Writing Update: Two More Books Published

Well, I'm shocked to see how long it has been since I have been on here and posted anything.Yet, I have been writing and working hard. This year I have had two more books published. The eighth Conrad book is now in print. You can purchase The Conrad Chronicles: Reunited at lulu.com, where you can find all my novels. In this eighth Conrad novel: Designator Lewis Bayrd III, Commander of Gallan, has successfully located the space colonists, who departed Karna so long ago they were thought to be myth. Unfortunately, the Carmines he believed he had left behind have followed him, and soon he will learn the truth: The Carmine enemy, the enemy of all humanity, were created by Xavier of the House of Baldemar. Gallan’s arrival in the Moultons changes the plans of all. The Underground now has a new foe to fight in the Carmines, besides the Atraylens and slavers they already battle. The “misfits” aboard the Lusive, as well as the Star Defenders, must decide if they will help those who had forced them to abandon Karna and now return to their birth planet. Captain Lucy Gloria Lucas not only must prepare to face Xavier, her mother’s murderer, but adjust to the presence of Captain Apollo Bayrd, the man she Conrad soul bonded before leaving Earth. She also still doesn’t know where her Uncle Zeplan has gone off too, and must locate him, to fulfill the Keeper of Path’s prophecy. *** For those of you who are following this space fantasy series, book nine is written and well be out in 2024.

In addition, another book of mine in a totally different genre was published. This is a book of chilly ghost tales. Ghost Tales from Northern California's Highway 101 was released this summer. It is also available at lulu.com. Welcome to chilling stories from Northern California's Highway 101. Ghosts, spooks and other supernatural creatures hide within these pages. Spine tingling tales from behind the Redwood Curtain will send you exploring ship wrecks, haunted houses and up the old Highway 101 now known as Bell Springs Road. Enjoy.

The Conrad Chronicles: Recollection is at the Publisher!

With joy I announce that book 6 of The Conrad Chronicles is now being printed and I am awaiting the proof copy. This is the one book in the series you can read without reading any of the other books before or after it. It is a stand alone story that connects to the series, and will help any reader understand the The Conrad Chronicles in full, yet it can be enjoyed without the others. In fact if you skip chapter 1 and the last chapter you can pretend it has nothing to do with the series (but then what is the fun of that?) Here's the back jacket. On a quest to discover more about her Conrad heritage and her mother's murderer, Captain Lucy Gloria Vasilis seeks out the ancient being known as The Keeper of Paths. While sitting around an otherworldly fire, The Keeper of Paths draws Lucy's spirit into the past, to a life she never knew she had lived. Once more she lives her life as Evette Mardon, thrust into the ancient court life of Godstone Castle on the planet Karna, where her life quickly becomes entangled with Prince Lukiel, the Duke of Fallan, and heir to the kingdom of Gallan. Her father’s and the king’s disapproval are merely thorns compared to the obsession Clovis, the Duke of Rostin’s son, thrusts into their path. Her first life now revealed, Lucy Lucas is forced to sort the pieces and is left with one burning question: how is this knowledge going to help her stop Xavier of the House of Baldemar, her mother’s murderer and a full-fledge Conrad, from destroying the planet Karna, the Moultons, Earth, and all she loves?

Happy Reading!

Christmas Poem 2020

The Conrad Chronicles

With a joyous smile I finished writing the first draft of book 8 of The Conrad Chronicles today. When I started penning words this afternoon, I knew I was near the end of the book, but didn't realize I'd finish. Usually when I sit down to write with my cup of vanilla piece tea, I write one scene. Today I knocked out the last three and then jotted down notes so I begin writing book 9, which will be the finally book in the series.

Of course, I still need to get books 5 through 7 finished and published. The plan is to publish 5 this year, which will happen as it only needs formatting and one more proof reading after that. I shall have published in the Fall for sure, maybe sooner.

Happy reading!

The Conrad Chronicles: Rebirth is now in print!

The fourth Conrad book, Rebirth, is now available for sale as a trade paperback through Lulu.com . I set it at a 10% discount, and Lulu usually has a 10% to 15% off coupon, so it is cheaper to buy it directly from Lulu than any other place. If you prefer shopping elsewhere, within the next 4 to 6 weeks, it will be available for order through book stores and on Amazon. I will let you know when that happens.

Meanwhile, enjoy a glance at the cover and the teaser for this novel.

Lucy Gloria Vasilis Lucas struggles to accept her new life. She no longer is seen as the daughter of Ambassador Arsilin Lucas, the child who witnessed her mother's murder, but is now valued as the daughter of Gloria of the House of Vasilis, a Conrad of the Light, and the Chosen One who is destined to defeat Xavier of the House of Baldemar. At the age of eighteen, Lucy has gone from living at Willow Manor on Earth to living aboard the space ship, the Galactic Falcon. Her life has gone from one of surviving the brutality of the adults around her to being presented with a universe full of options. The magnitude of these sudden changes has sent Lucy's mind into shock.

As Lucy adjusts to space living, and slowly accepts she is alive and not delusional, she finds herself trying to accept the concept of being a Conrad, a human able to control energy. In addition, she must get to know her Uncle Zeplan, an uncle she never knew existed until the day he rescued her off of Earth.

Rebirth for Sale at Lulu

Now two books are on Audible and i-tunes

A Tale of Butts, the Story of a Couch is now available on Audible and i-tunes as an audio book. If you want to check out A Tale of Butts and Audible you can following this link. Remember this is my adult humor book, which is why it is published under the pen name of Echo Ryan.

https://www.audible.com/pd/B07MMY84XC/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-137809&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_137809_rh_us


If you prefer a lighter fun read, the type children enjoy, remember Stubby, the Magic Pencil is also on Audible and i-tunes. The link to reach it on Audible is:

https://www.audible.com/pd/B07KBFZ6CV/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-133214&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_133214_rh_us

Remember all my books (Seven are published now) are available as paperbacks through Lulu.com (just type in my name) or by order through bookstores. Six of my books are available as e-books through Kindle.

Happy New Year and Happy Reading!

Stubby, the Magic Pencil is now an audio book!

Thanks to the narrations of Lori VanScyoc,  Stubby, the Magic Pencil is now an audio book. The audio book form my be purchased through three different venues.  The first is at Audible. If you use the link provided below, and you haven't been an Audible member, you are supposed to receive a bonus.

https://www.audible.com/pd/B07KBFZ6CV/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-133214&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_133214_rh_us


The audio version of Stubby is also available on iTunes and Amazon.

For Amazon go to:

https://www.amazon.com/Stubby-the-Magic-Pencil/dp/B07KBG733S/ref=sr_1_1_twi_audd_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1542239440&sr=8-1&keywords=stubby+the+magic+pencil

Happy Halloween-exciting writing update

Happy Halloween!

This very afternoon the audio for my children's book, Stubby, the Magic Pencil, was completed and sent off to the company for final approval. Within 7 to 10 days from now this will be the first of my books to be available as an audio book! Once it is, I'll let you know where you can purchase the audio.

Meanwhile, I must get back to the trick-or-treaters at my door.

Boomer-Halloween 2018

John Henri Nolette's book Homuncula has been published

Though I have yet to read it, my brother-in-law has just published his first novel.  John Nolette's Book is entitled Homuncula and can be found at lulu.com at:

John Henri Nolette's Homuncula

Here is the blurb if you are interested.

"Robert Henry Pearce hasn't been himself lately. Haunted by strange cravings, indescribable sensations, and apocalyptic visions, he has somehow fallen out of step with the modern mode of existence. But nothing can prepare him for the nightmare that is unfolding all around him. And within him. 

 

As he meets others like himself, Robert begins to glimpse another reality superimposed over the one he has always known. As he unlearns all that civilization has taught him, he embarks on a journey that will take him to the end of the world."

 

Happy reading all.

John Stephen Pinto's Sci-Fi Book Apex

One of my critique partners has finally published his first book. For more than three years I have helped John edit and polish Apex into the fine book it is.

If you enjoy hard sci-fi that takes place on futuristic Earth, this book is for you.  The characters are very real, and the plot is completely plausible.

Here is the blurb on it:

"When Biotech Industries produces Apex nanochip brain implants in 2192, it revolutionizes the human experience by providing a range of extraordinary abilities. From performing a piano concerto or an intricate surgery to understanding physics and languages, someone wired has limitless capabilities. Amongst the turmoil of worldwide overpopulation and economic division, Dr. Alexander Reichman, the architect of Apex, ushers civilization into a golden era or possibly into its grave."

You can find John Stephen Pinto's book Apex at:

Amazon Books-Apex 

or  

Lulu Books-Apex 

Happy reading.

Stubby in the Paper!

Today, thanks to some well-read friends, I learned that my interview regarding Stubby, the Magic Pencil with Allie Hostler of the Two Rivers Tribune had been printed.  I am grateful for the chance to spread the word about my newest published book. Thank you, Allie.

This week the interview can read via the paper, which can be purchased in stores around Hoopa and Willow Creek.  Next week, you will be able to read it on-line at Two River's Tribune's website.

Publication of my new book: Stubby, the Magic Pencil

I am delighted to announce the publication on my new book Stubby, the Magic Pencil.  This is my first middle reader book for children ages 8-11.  Currently the book is available through the publisher at Lulu.com.  Follow this link:  <a href="http://www.lulu.com/commerce/index.php?fBuyContent=14927619"><img src="http://static.lulu.com/images/services/buy_now_buttons/en/book.gif?20140805085029" border="0" alt="Support independent publishing: Buy this book on Lulu."></a>

Soon it will be available for purchase through Amazon.com and by order through book stores.

I thank all of those who have supported my writing over all these years. 


Here is the official press release:

Release Date: September 2014

Title: Stubby, the Magic Pencil
Author: Heather Hobson
ISBN: 978-1-312-32837-2
Publisher: Lulu Enterprises, Inc.

Available in trade paper back or e-book at www.Lulu.com, Amazon.com, or order through your local bookstore.

Author’s Blog: HeatherHobsonwriter@blogspot.com
Author’s e-mail: HHWriter@gmail.com


Stubby, the Magic Pencil
by Heather Hobson


    Rachel breaks her pencil during a test. Her teacher hands her a short pencil with gnaw marks to use.  Disgusted, Rachel attempts to rid herself of the pencil, but it keeps returning.  She soon discovers it possesses a talent she does not have: the ability to tell stories. 

    As Rachel holds the pencil, and it writes, the pencil reveals a tale about a kidnapped unicorn.  The unicorn's friend, Prince Jacob, sets out to rescue the unicorn.  Jacob convinces the wizard-kidnapper to take him on as an apprentice.  While working for the wizard, Jacob discovers the horrible truth: his unicorn friend has been transformed and sent to another world.

     This delightful tale is written for children aged seven to eleven and deals with the themes of self-esteem and loyalty.



Heather Hobson has dedicated the past twenty-five years to developing her writing, especially The Conrad Chronicles.  She possess a BA in history from the University of San Francisco and a teaching credential through Mills College.  Her publishing credits include The Conrad Chronicles: Revolt, Callings: Tales of the Conrads of Karna and many short stories, as well as poetry. She is a member of the Siskiyou County Writer’s Club. Stubby, the Magic Pencil is her first children’s book.

Ms. Hobson currently resides in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and two wonderful dogs,
Maggie and Boomer.

Michelle Hays of Willow Creek is the cover artist for this book. She is a graduate of Trinity High School in Weaverville and has taken art classes from  the Art Institute of Portland, Oregon.

Callings goes to second printing!

My book, Callings: Tales of the Conrads of Karna, is now officially in its second printing!  I am also very pleased with the new cover. I really never liked the first cover I had, but that was the best cover available for use at the time. This new cover is much more appropriate for the book.



The book is still available through lulu.com and in about 6-8 weeks will be available on amazon.com with the new cover.

lhttp://www.lulu.com/shop/heather-hobson/callings-tales-of-the-conrads-of-karna/paperback/product-21450992.html

Summer Writing

I am delighted to report that I have begun writing the next Conrad book. I'm not sure if this one will be the last, or merely the 7th. This piece is still untitled, though it's title will begin with an "R," just like all the other novels in the series.

Unfortunately, at the moment, Revolt, the first book in The Conrad Chronicles is out of print. I'm debating finding a new publisher versus self-publishing.

The Conrad short stories are still available under the title Callings: Tales of the Conrads of Karna.  

I do have the book that follows Revolt ready for publication. Again, I am debating seeking a publisher  or self-publishing. This book is entitled Realizations.

Any thoughts or comments on how I should proceed?

Sci-Fi book by KC Heath published!

An acquaintance from writing group I belong to has had a sci-fi book published.  Her name is KC Heath and her book is entitled Reins of Time.  I have yet to read this e-book (we are hoping for a paper copy release at a future date), but I know what hard works goes into writing and completing a novel, and felt KC deserved a shout out for her great accomplishment.

If you want to learn more about Reins of Time you can visit her publisher's website at:

http://www.wildchildpublishing.com/actionadventure-c-70/reins-of-time-p-271.html

The book blurb reads:

"In the Dark Age of two thousand, six hundred years into our future, two men struggle against changing times. One is young and genetically gifted with an electromagnetic attraction to a strange planet where sentient metallic aliens can warp space. Meerak is the prize of three worlds' of power politics and must mature quickly or die. His honorable enemy-become-companion is a middle-aged man who will sacrifice everything for his loyalty to this cause. Together with three strong heroines, they fight amphibious aliens and time-paradoxes in a high-action adventure over the newly discovered exotic fuel supply that enables interplanetary travel.."

Congratulations on your success KC!

My story poem, "The King's Ring" is now published!

I'm delighted to announce my children's story poem "The King's Ring" has been published!  This playful piece is available in Spellbound Magazine, which is a fantasy e-magazine for kids.

If you are interested in this children's magazine and reading my poem, you can reach the publisher at her website: http://eggplantproductions.com/spellbound-magazine/spellbound-winter-2012 .
She also plans to make the magazine available for purchase through Amazon.com and B&N.com.

Congratulations to my friend, Echo Ryan

Congratulations to my friend, Echo Ryan, on successfully publishing her first novel.  A Tale of Butts: The Story of a Couch is now available through Amazon.com, as well as the publisher, and for order in book stores. This humorous tale is modestly retailed for $10.99 (That's cheaper than my books!).

If you are interested, you can check it out on Amazon.com or through Lulu.com or contact me for more information.

Way to go, Echo Ryan!