A.J. McCarthy
@ajmccarthyauthor.bsky.social
Author of award-winning mystery suspense novels, I'm an avid reader who loves to interact with writers and readers alike. Learn more at www.ajackmccarthy.com.
So happy that Smoke & Secrets has made it to the short list for this competition! The novel, another Charlie and Simm mystery, releases in July 2025. Thank you to Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media! #mystery #competition #shortlist
December 28, 2024 at 12:21 AM
So happy that Smoke & Secrets has made it to the short list for this competition! The novel, another Charlie and Simm mystery, releases in July 2025. Thank you to Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media! #mystery #competition #shortlist
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How epic is this?!
VERY VERY VERY VERY VERY EXCITING NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 3, 2024 at 11:18 AM
How epic is this?!
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I had the pleasure of being a guest on a podcast of author Karen E. Osborne and her show, What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing?
You can check it out here: tinyurl.com/fdrz68ju
I hope you take a bit of time to listen in.
Gripping Thriller + Book Recommendations: Author Interview of Joseph Lewis
My returning guest Joseph Lewis has written another gripping thriller, Black Yeii (The Evil One), which comes out on January 2, 2025. I had the pleasure of reading an early copy and it kept me turning pages even when I needed to get up and do something else. Joe created an intricate plot, complex characters, protagonists I could root for, and an enjoyable, high-octane read. This is the second novel I've read by Joe. Going back to find more. He has me hooked.Gripping Thriller + Book Recommendatio
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December 3, 2024 at 1:23 AM
I had the pleasure of being a guest on a podcast of author Karen E. Osborne and her show, What Are You Reading? What Are You Writing?
You can check it out here: tinyurl.com/fdrz68ju
I hope you take a bit of time to listen in.
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'One of the wittiest and most entertaining historical crime novels of the year'
#TheBellsOfWestminster by Leonora Nattrass is one of @thetimes.com' best historical fiction books of 2024 🔔
#TheBellsOfWestminster by Leonora Nattrass is one of @thetimes.com' best historical fiction books of 2024 🔔
The 10 best historical fiction books of 2024
Kevin Barry reinvents the western, Tracy Chevalier plays with time, Robert Harris tackles a political affair and more, in our pick of the year’s historical fiction
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December 2, 2024 at 10:57 AM
'One of the wittiest and most entertaining historical crime novels of the year'
#TheBellsOfWestminster by Leonora Nattrass is one of @thetimes.com' best historical fiction books of 2024 🔔
#TheBellsOfWestminster by Leonora Nattrass is one of @thetimes.com' best historical fiction books of 2024 🔔
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Wow - this is a great giveaway. What a treat winning would be. Good luck everyone🤞🏻
As I have somehow surpassed 7k followers on here I thought it might be nice to do a giveaway: All 7 of my books to one lovely winner. Just share and like to be in with a chance! 😁📚
November 28, 2024 at 2:47 PM
Wow - this is a great giveaway. What a treat winning would be. Good luck everyone🤞🏻
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Fluttery with nerves. My first standalone. Coming March 2025...📚
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There Came A-Tapping
Since losing her parents in a car crash as a teen, Allie has struggled to cope. Meeting Rory finally made things easier. She's come to rely on him for almost everything, so when he disappears while fi...
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November 26, 2024 at 2:22 PM
Fluttery with nerves. My first standalone. Coming March 2025...📚
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Some very interesting findings in this Indie Author Survey. Average monthly marketing budget: $700.
Yet 46% of indie authors earn less than $100 a month in book sales revenue.
Whew.
And that math is why this is such a frustrating biz.
Yet 46% of indie authors earn less than $100 a month in book sales revenue.
Whew.
And that math is why this is such a frustrating biz.
2024 Indie Author Survey Results: Insights into Self Publishing for Authors - Written Word Media
The top writing, publishing, and marketing trends shaping self publishing for authors in 2024.
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November 26, 2024 at 6:11 PM
Some very interesting findings in this Indie Author Survey. Average monthly marketing budget: $700.
Yet 46% of indie authors earn less than $100 a month in book sales revenue.
Whew.
And that math is why this is such a frustrating biz.
Yet 46% of indie authors earn less than $100 a month in book sales revenue.
Whew.
And that math is why this is such a frustrating biz.
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The official trailer for my contemporary novel Beautiful & Terrible Things, which was released by Black Rose Writing recently. Get this friendship story in paperback, ebook or audiobook format, where books are sold. #booktrailer #contemporaryfiction #queerfiction #socialjustice #mentalhealth
November 26, 2024 at 12:25 PM
The official trailer for my contemporary novel Beautiful & Terrible Things, which was released by Black Rose Writing recently. Get this friendship story in paperback, ebook or audiobook format, where books are sold. #booktrailer #contemporaryfiction #queerfiction #socialjustice #mentalhealth
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Canada’s top military commander, Gen. Jennie Carigna:
"After 39 years of career as a combat arms officer and risking my life in many operations across the world, I can’t believe that in 2024, we still have to justify the contribution of women to their defense and to their service, in their country."
"After 39 years of career as a combat arms officer and risking my life in many operations across the world, I can’t believe that in 2024, we still have to justify the contribution of women to their defense and to their service, in their country."
November 23, 2024 at 7:37 PM
Canada’s top military commander, Gen. Jennie Carigna:
"After 39 years of career as a combat arms officer and risking my life in many operations across the world, I can’t believe that in 2024, we still have to justify the contribution of women to their defense and to their service, in their country."
"After 39 years of career as a combat arms officer and risking my life in many operations across the world, I can’t believe that in 2024, we still have to justify the contribution of women to their defense and to their service, in their country."
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Please spread the word to any aspiring crime-writers out there. The competition will be judged by award-winning authors. Might be a kickstart to someone's career.
Next year, Murder Squad will be 25 years old. To celebrate this friendship, we’re running a short story competition. There will be prizes and the chance to join us at our birthday party. Details here: murdersquad.co.uk Please spread the word.
Murder Squad – Crime fiction to die for . . .
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November 25, 2024 at 4:56 PM
Please spread the word to any aspiring crime-writers out there. The competition will be judged by award-winning authors. Might be a kickstart to someone's career.
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SPINES. F*** 'em.
microsoft is quoted in this article saying "technology has quickened the pace of almost every industry except publishing" which i think is wild because... while certain things in publishing would benefit from being streamlined... this isn't one of them.
I know querying and being on sub can feel like waiting forever, but I’d choose book purgatory over this. 🤮
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November 25, 2024 at 5:42 PM
SPINES. F*** 'em.
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✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag : @wipsnips.bsky.social It's Monday! The #WIPSnips word for November 25th is "ride". Perfect for me! And this article in Sidelines magazine's Nov. issue explains! #disability #equine #amwriting #writingcommunity #writers #writesky #authors #writingprompts
November 25, 2024 at 6:04 PM
✨#WIPSnips✨ A Daily Writing Share Tag : @wipsnips.bsky.social It's Monday! The #WIPSnips word for November 25th is "ride". Perfect for me! And this article in Sidelines magazine's Nov. issue explains! #disability #equine #amwriting #writingcommunity #writers #writesky #authors #writingprompts
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You say it's been more than a week since I posted a shameless promotion of my work?
Well. I'll fix that.
“From the very beginning, The Murder Plague conjure a world where no one is safe and even the strong may not survive. ... Excellent read!” -- Carla D. Seyler, author of A Place Unmade
Well. I'll fix that.
“From the very beginning, The Murder Plague conjure a world where no one is safe and even the strong may not survive. ... Excellent read!” -- Carla D. Seyler, author of A Place Unmade
The Murder Plague: A Dystopian Thriller
The Murder Plague: A Dystopian Thriller - Kindle edition by Powers, Scott Michael. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading The Murder Plague: A Dystopian Thriller.
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November 25, 2024 at 7:34 PM
You say it's been more than a week since I posted a shameless promotion of my work?
Well. I'll fix that.
“From the very beginning, The Murder Plague conjure a world where no one is safe and even the strong may not survive. ... Excellent read!” -- Carla D. Seyler, author of A Place Unmade
Well. I'll fix that.
“From the very beginning, The Murder Plague conjure a world where no one is safe and even the strong may not survive. ... Excellent read!” -- Carla D. Seyler, author of A Place Unmade
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I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Kat Fieler on her podcast, Writer to Writer. You can find it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj6h...
#blackrosewriting #amreading #books #bookstagram #thriller #crime #mystery @katfieler @followers @friends
S2E12 Joseph Lewis
YouTube video by KJ Fieler
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November 25, 2024 at 10:28 PM
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Kat Fieler on her podcast, Writer to Writer. You can find it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj6h...
#blackrosewriting #amreading #books #bookstagram #thriller #crime #mystery @katfieler @followers @friends
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In praise of #HistoricalFiction — it's become immensely popular with book clubs. Taking a look at why:
www.jannalexander.com/post/histori... #bookclubs
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In Praise of Historical Fiction
The popularity of historical fiction with book clubs has soared. Read why in my conversation with historical author Janis Robinson Daly
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November 25, 2024 at 11:14 PM
In praise of #HistoricalFiction — it's become immensely popular with book clubs. Taking a look at why:
www.jannalexander.com/post/histori... #bookclubs
www.jannalexander.com/post/histori... #bookclubs