Author In The Flesh

2010-07-19T05:36:00.000-07:00

Finally finished the first major edit of To Kill A Judge. Hope to have it on e-book shortly and paperback in a couple months. It is a good, gut wrenching novel and it should hold your attention from start to finish.

New Year, New Novel, Good Start!

2010-01-02T05:26:00.000-08:00

The new year is in, a new book is at the publisher's and an idea is taking form on my lap top. All in all, a pretty good start. Keep an eye out for "To Kill A Judge". It promises to be a really good read.

"To Kill A Judge" WRITTEN!!

2009-12-16T04:50:00.000-08:00

It's official, my new novel, "To Kill A Judge" is finished and off to the publisher. Hopefully some minor editing and then published!

Finishing up my next novel, etc.

2009-12-15T05:14:00.000-08:00

I'm going to finish up "To Kill A Judge" this week. Meanwhile, I'm still finding new ways to sell my books and getting ready for Christmas. Now, if I can find a way to keep the horses from pooping, I'll have some extra time....

Good book signings!

2009-12-13T06:04:00.000-08:00

I had two good book signings yesterday and sold several books. People like my books! So far, the only negative comment I have had is that the rape scene was too vivid, to real. Well, I guess if that is the worst I'll take it as a compliment. The most of't repeated comment is that they can't put it down after they start reading and that they want more. Way cool!

Upcomming Book Signings

2009-12-01T04:54:00.000-08:00

Sissy did a fantastic job working with the brochure company developing my new book signing handouts. They arrived yesterday, just in time for the upcomming events, three signings before Christmas. First, this Friday, 2 til 6 at McantyreBooks in Fearington; then the Hallmark Store in Carry from 11 til 3 on Sat the 11th. Finally at Harry's Market, timing still not exact. Should be lots of fun!

HORSES, WRITINGS AND WEATHER

2009-11-29T06:10:00.000-08:00

Cold this am and yesterday all day. Bad enough to freeze your butt off for feedings, but scooping poop and riding cold too? More and more I am liking writing indoors where it is warm. Maybe that will help me finish my next novel, "To Kill A Judge". Now, maybe if I quit feeding as much they won't poop so much????????

2009-11-28T05:11:00.000-08:00

Only one week to go until my first real book signing for "In The Flesh". I have ordered some pre-signing folders to help advertise and we'll see what happens. Also, not much more to go on my next novel, "To Kill A Judge". Life is good!

2009-11-20T11:24:00.000-08:00

Several book signings comming up before Christmas. One in Fearington Villiage, one in Cary at the Party Store and one at Harry's Market. All of these are good locals with a strong following. I am looking forward to it. Also, I am closing in on my next novel, "To Kill A Judge". Between these and our horse farm, I am keeping busy.

2009-10-29T05:23:00.000-07:00

On the way for Sissy's pre-op for the left eye. Once this is done she'll have a lot more fun editing my next novel!!

Book Stores

2009-10-27T05:56:00.000-07:00

I currently have four stores carrying In The Flesh. Am headed to Raleigh today to seek out another one. Hope to have some national store interest on board as soon as I finish receiving and posting my review package. All new, but very intriguing.

2009-10-20T05:06:00.000-07:00

Did not have a book signing on Sunday as Theresa, the market owner was very sick. Good news is that my book is now available in paperback format on Amazon.com. So far, overall, sales are very good and reviews are extremily positive. People love my book! even those who don't normally read mystery/legal thrillers are realy enjoying the read!

"In The Flesh" sales

2009-10-14T05:44:00.000-07:00

Wow, top ten Bestseller on Fictionwise. Who'd a thought it! Also, the book is now available in paperback on Amazon, http://www.amazon.com/Flesh-Paul-Nelson/dp/1602151059/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1255469514&sr=8-1. I think that as more people read it they really like it and pass on the word to others. Word of mouth is a great seller. Please, check it out and if you like it, give it a review and tell someone else. Only $3.99 on Fictionwise and $15.95 for the paperback on Amazon.

2009-09-29T06:07:00.000-07:00

In The Flesh is now available on Fictionwise, http://www.fictionwise.com/ebooks/b95482/In-the-Flesh/Paul-Nelson/?si=0. It will also be out in paperback this week on Amazon.com. Enjoy!!

2009-09-22T05:22:00.000-07:00

Yea!! Book is here and looks and feels great. Only a couple changes to go for the final product, but it really looks good to see my name on the spine and immagine it in a book store, etc. Now to begin generating sales.

2009-09-19T05:32:00.001-07:00

Still keeping an eye on the snail mail box. I have faith, it will produce!!

2009-09-16T05:57:00.000-07:00

Still waiting for the paperback to appear. I check the mail, UOS trucks, etc. but no books are falling out of the doors. Meanwhile, life goes on. Looked at an old manuscript proposal that I wrote several years ago. Brought back a lot of memories. Lots of material to write about, just need some buyers and for that, need the books! Hell of a cycle that unknown writers enjoy. Obviously, from all the chatter on the networking sites, I am not alone.

2009-09-14T05:30:00.000-07:00

Lots going on. My wife can see now and that is good!!! I hate holding patterns, you know, those times when you wait and can do nothing until this or that happens. In one now. I really want to sell my books and the time for that is just around the corner. Oh well, soon.

2009-09-13T04:52:00.000-07:00

Still waiting for the paperback proto of "In The Flesh". Gradually getting back into "To Kill A Judge", my next novel. Kind of funny how the characters all live in their own worlds. When I'm in character, I can only correct as if from the point of view of the person being represented, not an editor or, God forbid, the author. I guess it really shows up when I'm in character and am interupted. Then, comming back, everything is looked at in editing mode and if I have actually lost a train of thought I might have to delete a bunch before I can start again. Wierd, huh?

2009-09-09T04:59:00.000-07:00

So far, all the reviews of In The Flesh have been positive. I have many, many people waiting for the paperback version to come out late this month. Anyone who hasn't read it, it is still only 99 cents until the 25th. It realy is a good read. Please, if you read it, let me know what you think.

2009-09-07T04:57:00.000-07:00

Sissy has her eye surgery Wed. and am looking forward to having her vision returned. Meanwhile, don't let her dig for splinters. Lots of good comments on my novel, In The Flesh. Going to see how I can get it in front of more readers.

2009-09-02T05:07:00.000-07:00

Things are essentially back to normal, whatever that entails. Am promoting what I sincerely believe is a very good read and maybe, it will become a really well read book. Anyone with any selling suggestions is more than welcome to offer them on this site. So far, all reviews have been extremily positive. Most readers don't want to put the book down (e-book) until they reach the end, and then with regret that the story is over. I like that!

2009-08-30T05:11:00.000-07:00

With the death of Edward Kennedy, the hope of regular people, self employed with pre-existing conditions to get afordable insurance is dimmed. My wife is one of them and it is a road that most people don't understand. It is a priviledge that no one understands until you lose it. We are the only industrialized nation in the world where this is possible and that is a poor legacy for the greatest country in the world. My blessings to the Kennedy family.

2009-08-29T06:13:00.000-07:00

Book is published and available on line and paperback format has been submitted. All we now need is readers. Care to join me? I believe you will enjoy the read. www.paulnelsonauthor.com.

2009-08-28T05:58:00.000-07:00

If my overall reviews are as good as the ones I have received from the local readers who have talked with me, people really seem to enjoy my novel. Makes me feel good. Will set up book signings etc. soon. Exciting!!

2009-08-27T17:02:00.000-07:00

Today was my first full day as apublished author with a book on the market. Some people tell me they are already almost through the read! They like it and d0n't want to put it down. That's exciting to me. Now if we can only get enough people to try it and write about it.

2009-08-24T04:24:00.000-07:00

Went to a get-together last night and came away with 2 new clients and one new horse. Pretty good!
Will send back the final-final edit today and things are looking good for making the scheduled launch of "In The Flesh" later this week or next.
After school is back tomorrow so lots of last minute stuff to wind up on that front, just as soon as I finish this delicious first cup of coffee.

2009-08-23T05:00:00.000-07:00

We have decided to eliminate the epilogue in "In The Flesh" The content is revealed later in the book anyway, so those of you who want to see the original, uncut start need to click on the previews now.
School is comming back this week, so final preperations are underway for our afterschool program to re-open. This week should be dry, so lots of outside work to complete Yeah???

2009-08-22T04:33:00.000-07:00

I think most of my ducks are in a row now, picture is sent for back cover and final editing is over. I am looking forward to holding my first real novel in my hands. I wrote one other years ago, but it was nothing more than an essay and doesn't count. This one, "In The Flesh" is real and there will be several more to follow. I hope it is received well, and I thank anyone , in advance, for your comments that will help with it's ratings and sales.
For today, back to hanging fence boards.

2009-08-20T05:01:00.000-07:00

Started the final edit yesterday. Only took a couple minutes to understand how much time and energy had been spent working on it by the publisher. So far I agree with 98% of the changes, all minor, and am surprised at a few things I overlooked. My bro-in-law has surgery this pm and should feel better soon. My wife has surgery next month and will see better soon. It is only fitting that my novel is going through surgery now. Onward!!

2009-08-19T05:19:00.000-07:00

My publisher is back in business, so things will pop soon! Finished tamping the last of the new fence line in the interum, and life is good. Will finish boarding and wiring this weekend (rain?). Sissy's horse is much more rideable and complient, so we are back on track there as well.

2009-08-18T05:10:00.000-07:00

My publisher is still lost in the giant "moving hole". At least it usually regurgitates those it swallows within a reasonable time, so hope abounds. Meanwhile, back at the ranch........

2009-08-18T05:06:00.000-07:00

Picked up my wife's favorite horse yesterday. Been in training in VA for a couple months and now she is back in our barn. Looks like we will be showing again in the near future, something that's been lacking for the past couple years. With three horses capable of being shown in the barn, now, road trips should get back to norm.

2009-08-15T05:04:00.000-07:00

I believe the quote goes like this, "Life is not about waiting out the storm, it's about dancing in the rain". Makes a major difference in how we approach life. I think I've always been on board with this philosophy, but never expressed it in this fashion. I do remember many times of waiting out the storm, usually just waisted time. I like dancing better.

2009-08-14T05:29:00.000-07:00

I received a quote from a fellow facebook friend which I love. it is not pasteable on this fr---- format!! I will have to work a little harder to get it here.

2009-08-10T17:41:00.000-07:00

Went by Barns and Noble today and got the paperwork to start the setup for a book signing in a couple of months. Not quite as easy as the corner business, but still very doable. Meanwhile, back to the credit card business. Got to feed the horses.

2009-08-10T05:02:00.000-07:00

Just another day in paradise. First day of our last summer camp, total of 16 young ladies scrambling around the ranch starting in 1 hour. Glad my wife is in charge and all I do is pick up food, repair equipment and whatever back up is necessary while I do credit card processing and write novels in between property upkeep. Lots of fun!

2009-08-08T05:04:00.000-07:00

Don't ever let anyone tell you fence painting is anything but work! Especially when you only want yo paint the wood, not the wire that is attatched to it. Sissy's eye doctor is still in NY, so no surgery date yet. My publisher is still on vac., so back to fence painting. UUUUGGGGHHHHH.

2009-08-07T04:43:00.000-07:00

Hot weekend comming up. Perfect for painting fence. Guess I'll get plenty of beer handy and get busy. Books are on hold, but only temporarily. My publisher is in the middle of a vacation/move, and he is having a good time. I dont blame him. mmmm. Someday we'll do something similar, although we will ride horseback, not bikes.

2009-08-06T04:45:00.000-07:00

The good news is that even with all the distractions, my e-publication of "InThe Flesh" is still on track for the end of this month. My publisher thinks it will happen, so I'm excited.

I watered my tomatoes so of course, it rained like cats and dogs last night.

2009-08-05T04:46:00.000-07:00

Fencing still ongoing, but really looking good. Lots of work, but well worth it. Beginning to look like a real horse ranch, not just another place horses are kept.

Books are slow in getting published, but progress is forthcomming. I have to get this first one out, and then I believe the rest will be somewhat easier. Everyone who reads my work likes it, it is primarily a case of making it available on a large scale. I am hanging in there as my publisher is biking through the Cumberland Gap. Go figgure?

2009-08-03T04:57:00.000-07:00

The good news is that my publisher has resolved the computer problems and can now get back to editing. Bad news is that he is in the middle of his planned vacation move. Oh well, at least things are moving forward.

Had a relaxing weekend and ready to get back to work. Lots of stuff to do, but I did begin re-working "To Kill A Judge"' I had forgotten how much I like that book. I believe, and so does Sissy, it will be bigger and better than "In The Flesh".

My nephew caught a huge red fish over the weekend, made me jealouse to be back in Florida. Some day..........

2009-08-01T05:18:00.000-07:00

Two down, one to go! Only one summer camp left. They really are fun, but very taxing for both Sissy and me. Got to admit, some of these little girls really appreciate learning and their responses to challenges are super. The ones who try the most usually wind up with the awards voted on by their peers, and that is the way it should be.

Book progress has been on temporary hold, but should be back on track shortly. Looks like my publisher should be able to recoup his computer info and set it up on a new unit. Onward and upward, etc.

2009-07-31T05:03:00.000-07:00

Today is the last day of our middle summer camp. Big show, cookout, etc. Lots of work to go around! One step closer to publication. Lots of interest. Cant wait to get into action. I believe the only holdback will be my own ability to order in advance, based on the reviews I am getting from those who see my postings and previews.

2009-07-30T04:39:00.000-07:00

Publisher's main computer had a breakdown and editing is going through a slight setback. Hopefully all will perk up and we can procede soon. Everything at this end is on standby and ready to burst open. Already have new business cards, tee shirts and numerous places to go for signings, etc.

On another note, it is the next to last day of our second summer camp. Big show and cookout tomorrow. Always a chore, but lots of fun for the girls and their parents. Sissy and I usually take a couple days to recoup afterward.

2009-07-29T04:22:00.000-07:00

Book getting closer, editing going on now. Looks like Sept. will be a good month for many things. Can't wait to hold some book signings, I already have quite a bit of interest.

2009-07-28T04:36:00.000-07:00

Summer camp is now in full bloom, but this time, some of the leaves are already falling off. Having to cancell the trail riding aspect, due to one discordant member's mom. Oh well, it happens.

2009-07-27T04:37:00.000-07:00

Weekend is over. Fence painting is comming along, but still has a way to go. Today is the first day of summer camp, lots to do. Not much time to write.

2009-07-26T05:01:00.000-07:00

Running a little behind in my first publication. My publisher is in the process of moving.

Anyway, I spent the day painting fences. Looks good, but much more of a job than I envisioned. Painting through wire and onto new, unpainted wood is a real challenge.

Borrowed my neighbor's big tractor to mow the lower pastures a couple days ago, what a difference! Everyone should get behind the wheel of a huge piece of machinery once in a while. It can and will do what you ask it to, whether you are really ready or not. Entertaining!

Been putting off working on my next novel, "To Kill A Judge". Guess it is time to get to work again. Love it when I am writing, but getting into it can be daunting.

The second of three summer camps starts tomorrow. These are the older, more advanced girls. Less hand holding and more adventurous.

2009-06-21T07:28:00.000-07:00

My first published novel, In The Flesh, is scheduled to launch in late August on Booksforabuck.com. Meanwhile, I am working on my next novel, To Kill A Judge in between tweeking and editing with my publisher on Flesh. Anyone wishing to read the first chapter of In The Flesh and comment on it is welcone, just let me know.

Identity Theft via Credit Cards

2008-07-03T06:24:00.000-07:00

As more merchants, especially restaurants, have gone to credit and debit card usage, theives have become more adept at profiting from the experience. Two major methods exist for crooks to swipe identities from restaurant credit card usage. The least high-tech methodf is when theives simply copy information while posing as legitimate waiters or waitresses. This can be done simply using a fifty dollar swiper purchased on the internet. The information is then reproduced or sold tio the highest bidder and usually winds up for sale on the internet.

The second method is more sophisticated and far more deadly. Hackers, usually from Eastern European countries where the U.S. has no jurisdiction, break into a restaurant's P.O.S. system and steal all the information from their hard drive. They often sit for months, and even post a marking on the site to prevent other theives from entering the sight. Once discovered, they simply close out on that site and continue with others. This information, your credit card numbers, ID numbers, etc. is then transferred (machinery sold on internet for about five hundred dollars) to a duplicate card and sold on the internet. You can find numerous sites from Eastern European countries where purchases can be made, often in bulk at tremendous discount rates.

Currently, there are only two methods of beating them at their illicit game. One is to pay cash, and the other is for the restaurant to use pay at the table technology which is not tied in to their pos systems. Although the latter method is prevalent in Europe and Canada, most American restaurants are loathe to attempt change, especially when they have spent thousands updating their current P O S systems top handle inventory, tips, ordering and numerous other activities above and beyond mere credit card processing. It appears that many of them will have to be burned before they wake up to the fastest growing white collar crime in America. One thing is certain, when Visa and MasterCard come in and cancell all cards used on the site for the last eighteen months and charge the restaurant thirty five dollars apiece to re-issue them, along with fines, etc. they then get the message, if they can still stay in business.