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September 10, 2012

Mystical Press

Greetings and Salutations!

Many thanks to Sarah for hosting us on her blog today! We’ve got some really exciting news to share with everyone so grab that cuppa and let the blogging begin!


 September 1-15th marks the official
Grand Opening of Mystical Press Services!!! 
This means 50% Off all our classes
and services through September 15th!
http://mysticalpress.com 

In case you haven’t yet heard about our website, allow me to introduce you to a place where you just might find the fulfillment of your dreams. That’s right! The talented folks at Mystical Press want to help you reach your publishing goals!


How do we do that? I’m glad you asked!


Mystical Press is the culmination of an idea that came from two authors and professionally trained editors—Arial Burnz and AJ Nuest—where we help authors bridge the gap between the form rejection letter and publication. In fact, we believe in this venture so passionately, our tagline is “Helping authors achieve their dreams.”

At Mystical Press our primary goal is to help writers. As authors, we understand the frustration of not receiving constructive and useful feedback, the aggravation of navigating the murky depths of the publishing industry and that, sometimes, authors just need a place to vent. Well, we’re here to tell you, the insanity can end!

Like-minded individuals can gather online at Mystical Press to work one-on-one with professional editors who help authors prepare their manuscripts for submission. Whether you are looking for a Manuscript Evaluation, Submission Evaluation, or a full story edit, we will give you honest, encouraging feedback and work diligently with you on your story to make sure it’s ready to land on an editor’s desk. No project is too big or too small and all receive the same precise attention to detail.


Perhaps your submission is ready but you need assistance with smaller editing projects like a query letter and synopsis? Have no fear! Mystical Press is here! We offer a full edit of query letters and synopses with comments and suggestions that come directly from AN EDITOR! TAH-DAH!

 And don’t worry! If your goal is to write your very own dynamite synopsis, at Mystical Press we believe in “teaching a man to fish”. Our Power Class, How to Write a WINNING Synopsis, is designed to easily guide you through the process of crafting your very own synopsis! Yes, that’s right. I used “easily” and “synopsis” in the same sentence!



The self-paced course curriculum at Mystical Press can assist in tackling those pesky problem areas as well (e.g., show vs. tell, POV shifts, realistic character and story development, etc.). If you’ve read books, articles and/or taken workshops and are still in search of that elusive contract offer, perhaps Mystical Press can help. Take one class or take a whole series—our online classes are designed to meet each writer’s individual needs.


Is your next project of the self-publishing variety? Mystical Press has a selection of pre-made covers we guarantee will only be used once! No one will have the same cover! Or, if you’d like, we can design a cover specifically tailored to your vision—you will work one-on-one with our talented cover artists! We are also happy to edit your baby and can even format the document to meet the specifications of most popular self-publishing platforms.

Remember to mention Mystical Press to all your friends and fellow writing pals – here’s why. Mystical Press offers a free Referral Program. Just register on the site and we will assign you a Referral ID. If anyone clicks on your link and makes a purchase, you earn a referral fee! Whether you choose cash or a credit for products or services on the site, consider this our thank you for helping us spread the word.

Oh! And before I forget…we offer a wide range of gift certificates designed specifically with the writer in mind. Tired of searching for the “write” present for your author pals? Maybe that next birthday calls for an eGift from Mystical Press!


So now that you know all about us, please tell us all about you! Head on over to Mystical Press and register free on the site. Everyone who does will be entered into our drawing for fabulous gifts and prizes! Join our celebration and together we will strive to get your voice heard!

July 20, 2012

Friday Quickie

25 quickie facts about Arial Burnz: 

Birthday? April 4, mumblemumblemumble – Aries (Hrmmmmm…I’m noticing a trend here…April…Aries…Arial)
Favorite color? Forest Green
Favorite animal? Unicorn
Siblings? 2 sisters, 1 brother
Favorite drink? Iced Tea
If you were a jelly bean flavor, what flavor would you be? Licorice!
Favorite author? Doh! I can only pick ONE? Right now, it’s a real toss-up between Sarah Grimm and AJ Nuest
Favorite dish? Macaroni and Cheese with Tuna and Peas (comfort food…and the name of a play I’m writing)
Ice cream flavor? Nutty Coconut (Baskin Robbins)
Favorite Season? Autumn
Plotter or pantser? OCD  Plotter
Hobbies? Star Wars: The Old Republic MMORPG
Dream vacation? Ireland (Hubby and I are going to move there!! We are determined!)
Favorite TV show? Supernatural
Musical preference? Celtic
Pet peeve? Self-absorbed people on their cell phones and driving
Favorite place to write? At my desk I bought while in England. Wrote my first book at this desk.
Favorite song? Princess Leia’s Theme by John Williams
Odd family fact? I’m a descendent of Romany Gypsies
Unforgettable moment? First kiss with my husband
Favorite Superhero? My husband
Spicy or not? For reading? Spicy. For food…eh…a little spicy.
Cat or dog? Both – 2 cats and 1 dog
Favorite candy bar? Dove Dark Chocolate
Favorite guilty pleasure? Working from home (freelance writer, cover/graphic artist and editor)


Summarize your book Twitter style – 140 characters or less: 

Hot Scottish vampire in the early 1500s of Scotland fights clan enemy, defeats the bad guy, and falls in love with beautiful redheaded widow

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To learn more about Arial Burnz and her writing visit her website: http://www.arialburnz.com 


March 14, 2012

My Pretties

The incredibly awesome Arial Burnz
strikes again!
Check out my new bookmarks for Not Without Risk!
Aren't they pretty?

Front Back
NWR Bookmark NWR Bookmark

Must go order them so I can hold them in my hand!


August 1, 2011

Scorcher Blog Tour: Why Vampire Are Sexy – Part 2


SummerScorcherBlogTour

*We have a winner!
Congratulations, Na, you've won an
eBook copy of MIDNIGHT CONQUEST

Welcome to Part 2 of Arial Burnz’s guest blog post on the Scorcher Blog Tour – Week 1! (If this is your first stop, you’ll want to go back to Part 1.) Thanks so much for having me on your blog, Sarah!!

Continuing with our topic Why Vampires Are Sexy: To be sure, there’s a deep intimacy in the embrace and the contact of the vampire using his or her mouth to drink from their victim or love interest. There’s an even deeper intimacy in the exchange of the life-giving force of blood. Add all that to the penetration of a hot love scene and…Ooooooh laah laah!!! All in all, sensuality is the key!

In this small excerpt, my hero Broderick has entered my heroine Davina’s bedchamber to try and read her thoughts to discover her involvement with his enemy and clan rival. However, Davina is not giving him the information he’s looking for. Feeding from a victim, my vampires learn everything about that person and their lives, so Broderick resigns himself to do just that:

Doh! You’ll have to go to the next blog to read the hot excerpt. Before you do, let’s check in and give a purpose to your post. Continuing to excite the six senses as it pertains to vampires…we’ll explore the sense of taste in this post.

What do YOU find hot about TASTE associated with vampires? Though the idea of drinking blood for us mortals might not be appetizing, many pieces of fiction explain that such tastes change upon transformation. Perhaps the idea of crossing over to that unknown territory entices you. In my novels, being fed from is a euphoric experience that borders on orgasmic qualities. Share your dark desires if you have any!

HOW TO ENTER

Leave a comment on this blog AND at the other five blogs on the Scorcher Tour to be entered into the drawing this week. One lucky winner will receive an eBook copy of MIDNIGHT CONQUEST and be forwarded into the final drawing at the end of the blog tour for a $30 Amazon.com gift certificate.

To continue to Part 3 – Visit Amie Louellen’s Blog




MIDNIGHT CONQUEST is available at the following locations in eBook format: