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I agree, Margie. I started writing because I had a story to tell. It's corny, but it's true. The story turned into an outline, the outline into a manuscript and finally, after months of rejections, t…

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I have to agree with Richard here. There is a stigma out there about self-published books that works against the author. You can have the next bestseller, but bookstores will be reluctant to carry it…

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About Me and My Book:

I’m a classically trained artist who has been painting for over 30 years. I’ve done numerous commissions, illustrations for national products and co-authored and illustrated a children's book. Writing was always something I enjoyed doing, but never had the opportunity to pursue seriously until recently. By combining my creative talents with a passion for art and antiquities, I conceived the fictional world of the East London Adventurers Club. My first mystery, “Along Came A Fifer” is the result of these efforts. My family and I live in an historic community in southeastern Pennsylvania. Right now I’m busy working on the next mystery in this series- “Rook, Rhyme & Sinker”.

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http://www.eastlondonadventurersclub.com

The release of my new mystery.

Title: ALONG CAME A FIFER
Author: R. Michael Phillips
Publisher: Asylett Press
ISBN; 1-934337-62-5 Print
ISBN: 1-934337-61-7 eBook
Publication date: July 2009
Genre: Mystery
Website: www.eastlondonadventurersclub.com

Amazon link: Along Came A Fifer

eBook available on Fictionwise

Description: Ernie Bisquets is a London pickpocket, who put his hand in a pocket and pulled out a murder.

Praise for "Along Came A Fifer"-
Phillips, a Pennsylvania resident, does a fine job with his first mystery novel. The characters are relatable and dynamic. The novel has everything a mystery needs — humor, deception, unrequited love and, well, a good old-fashioned mystery.
Larissa Boyer - Carlisle Sentinel

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A tip of the hat from Sherlock Holmes

Some of my earliest memories of reading center on the excitement I found in the pages of the Sherlock Holmes stories. I was just a lad, so I was forever looking up those huge words Sir Athur Conan Doyle used in his narratives with Holmes and Watson. I couldn't pronounce most of them, and I was quite sure they would never come up in conversations with my school mates, but I was determined to understand every aspect of the stories. Doyle made quite an impression on me, and that excitement has stay… Continue

Posted on December 8, 2009 at 4:59pm —

Have You Hugged An Editor Lately?

It takes talent, patience and a skilled editor to make a good book great. This is a friendly reminder in an age of POD and the “you can’t get it out there fast enough” attitude. Don’t let the enthusiasm to see your name in print allow you to sidestep these three elements. Getting it out there fast might satisfy your ego, but the last time I checked, egos don’t buy books.

Here you are, two years of your life spent compiling the pages of your first novel. Think about all the research material pil… Continue

Posted on December 5, 2009 at 12:38pm —

The Story Behind The Art

I'm an artist by trade and the urge to write came quite by surprise. I've dabbled in it a bit before but… Continue

Posted on November 18, 2009 at 6:15pm — 2 Comments

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At 12:33pm on December 5, 2009, R. Michael Phillips said…: Thanks very much for the kind words. It's what I love to do. I downloaded the marketing files from your site and have already put them to use. Great, great info. I'll give you an update later if you'd like. Have a safe and happy holiday.
Michael.

At 12:22pm on December 5, 2009, Michelle Dunn said…: Nice artwork Michael!
Michelle

At 6:16am on December 4, 2009, R. Michael Phillips said…: Hi Natalie,
I would be honored to be considered your friend. I'm certain your faith, strength and determination will see you through this.
Michael

At 11:13pm on December 3, 2009, Natalie Regoli, CEO said…: Are you on Facebook and LinkedIn?

I would like to connect with you there also. I am trying to make more friends and fans so that I can spread awareness for breast cancer during pregnancy. I was diagnosed Stage 3 in the 5th month of my pregnancy in May. My status updates on Facebook and LinkedIn are usually about my fight.

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At 4:55pm on November 3, 2009, Victoria Simcox said…: Thanks for your encouragement ")

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