Whew Finally Back

I can't believe it's been a month since I posted. It's not that I didn't have anything to say. It was more that I had so much to do I couldn't get my thoughts together. So here is a brief update:

I finally finished my almost ten years in the making sequel to RHYTHMS. Handed in my final revisions to my editor on May 14! Amen. The title is WHAT MOTHER NEVER TOLD ME. I am so excited about this book for so many reasons. First because I so loved Rhythms. That book allowed me to do things with my writing I have never done before. This sequel gave me the chance to do it again. Hopefully, with age I've gotten better! LOL.

WMNTM will be out in March 2010. It seems like forever but it coincides with another phenomenal event---my 20th year in publishing!!! That is so awesome and I feel totally blessed to still be in print and around to tell the story. That I owe ALL to the readers who have supported me each and every year. I may not be on the New York Times list or USA Today, but I know I am in the hearts of all those readers who like what I do. And I promise to do my best to keep them coming. (Please stay tuned for all kinds of upcoming events heading toward my anniversary)

On another note INNERVISION BOOKS my co-owned e-book publishing company has officially opened its virtual doors! We have 4 launch titles with more on the way. Please visit the site and check us out. Guidelines are available on the site as well.

That's it for now. Working on my next Ladies Cartel book --Scandals and Lies. But I think my editor is trying change the name... sigh...

I'll keep you posted!

Writing Classes

Greetings,

Beginning next Thursday, April 23, I will be conducting a novel writing workshop at the Frederick Douglass Creative Arts Center in New York: Crafting the Novel: From Concept to Publication.

If you are an aspiring writer who has begun a novel and is looking to strengthen the story, characters, dialogue, gain some guidance on structure and editing, then this is the class for you. If you have a story idea, but don't know how to get started, then do join us. The class will meet on Thursdays for 8 weeks. Class size is strictly limited to 10 students.

To register, please call 212 864-3375. Address 270 W. 96th Street. Reserve your seat today.

Crafting the Novel—From Concept to Publication by Donna Hill

This class is for those who have a story concept or draft of their novel and those who wish to flesh out their novel in=2 0progress.

I. Crystallizing Your Novel’s Premise/Theme
What is my novel about? Who is my audience? Developing that 3 sentence pitch.

II. Characters That Live and Breathe
Crafting three-dimensional characters. Developing characters biographies

III. Plot, Pacing and Backstory
How to keep your story moving and readers interested by using a storyboard

IV. Dialogue
Learning the technique of listening to your characters

V. Crafting the Synopsis/Working Outline of Your Novel

VI. Those Daunting First Chapters—Make them Sizzle

VII. Revision & Review

VIII. The Editorial Process, Agents, Conferences, Joining the Literary Community (book groups, online book clubs)

Each class will include worksheets, reading assignments and in-class work assignments.


Thank you and if this is not for you, please feel free to distribute to those who may benefit from the class.


Donna

From the Typewriter to the Bookstore

This was shared on a group that I belong to and I had to share it with you all. It is truly funny!! Enjoy the trials and tribulations of publishing

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQ78WHpGZ1o

L.A. BANKS Coming Your Way!!

NYT Bestselling Author L.A. Banks,the creator behind the phenomenal Vampire Huntress series is scheduled to be my special guest on Sunday, February 8, 2009 at 6 pm EST on Blogtalk Radio.

L.A.Banks will be discussing her amazing career, her road to sucess and how she manages to "stay in the light" when she writes her dark tales. And of course her upcoming major event in Philly.

Three lucky listeners will win a copy of the soon to be released THE THIRTEENTH, the final book in the Vampire Huntress Series.

So do join us on line in our chat room or call in to speak with L.A. live @ 347 426-3649.

TEMPTATION & LIES DROPS TODAY!!

TEMPTATION AND LIES, the third book in The Ladies Cartel Series hits bookstores nationwide today!

For those who have been following my sexy series, book 3 features Mia Turner, event planner extraordinaire who is given her first Cartel assignment. Unfortunately for Mia, the person under investigation is none-other-than her ex,Michael Burke who is now head of a major management firm, and suspected of being the ring leader behind a high-powered escort service. Mia and Michael had a heated, clandestine love affair, that ended abruptly, with a few loose ends. Now that Mia is back in Michael's life he wants to tie up those ends. But not if Mia's current man Steven has anything to say about it.

Torn between her commitment to The Cartel, her love for Steven and her unresolved feelings for Michael, this case may be bigger than Mia bargained for.

As you all know series books have a short shelf live (2 weeks) so be sure to get your copy soon! I know you will love it!

Other Books in the series

Mary Morrison Joins Me on Blogtalk

Please join me and my co-hosts Debra Owsley, Marc Lacy and Joy as we meet and greet NYT Bestselling Author Mary Morrison aka Honey B on BlogTalking on Sunday with Donna Hill & Friends.

Known for her spicy hot stories, an off the chain website,and true freedom of expression, Mary will talk to us candidly about her career and her alter ego Honey B. Be sure to set your reminders for Sunday, February 1 at 6 pm EST. To call in and speak to Mary dial 347 426-3649 or visit us in the chat room

Celebrate Black History 365 Days Per Year

http://www.ls.cc.al.us/blackhistory/blackhistory.html

PLEASE ENJOY THIS PHENOMENAL ARRAY OF OUR MAGNIFICENCE (CLICK HERE)