“The difference between the right word and the almost right word is the difference between lightening and the lightening bug.” – Mark Twain
1st BOOKS is hosted by MEG WAITE CLAYTON
bestselling author of four novels, including The Wednesday Sisters (a writing group novel), and The Wednesday Daughters (coming July 30!)

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• In Praise of Writing Friends, my own story… And the Most Popular 1st Books Posts
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Guest Posting on 1st Books
I don't review books on 1st Books, but I do host traditionally-published author guest posts to coincide with new book releases, as space allows. If you're interested, contact me through this page, and please include the title, publisher, and publication date.
I recognize the market is changing and many fine books are self-published these days, but due to volume considerations, at the moment I'm only hosting authors who publish with traditional publishers.

