I’m in Orlando with Liz Kreger and Michelle Diener for the RWA National conference. I hope I’ll be able to reply to comments later tonight. (We’re going to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park today. 
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I’m writing this ahead of time and have some great links. First off, Cynthia Eden’s first romantic suspense, Deadly Fear, the first book of her Deadly series is out TODAY! I read the first 47 pages, and it’s fabulous. She knows how to keep you whipping through the pages!
If you’ve been concerned about the future of publishing (and if you haven’t felt a twinge or two, you must be new to the business), read this long but brilliant post by Randy Ingermanson on The Future of Publishing. I agree with everything he said.
Have you been thinking lately you might be getting adult ADD? It could be that you’re on the internet too much. Therese Walsh blogged on Writer Unboxed about the need to spend quality time offline to prevent computer brain.
“Because if we don’t our brains may very well adapt to the zing and zang, the slam and bam world of the Internet, where information is processed quickly, links are readily available, and interruption is king, and forget how to think deeply. Lose the ability to concentrate on one thing and one thing only, to be contemplative. And if we do, won’t that hinder our ability to create thoughtful works?”
Are you considering a website or looking for great ideas to jazz yours up? Don’t miss this Romance University post by Jeannie Ruesch of Will Design for Chocolate. Terrific tips!
I’ll be back next Tuesday. If you’re at Orlando this week, look for the short woman who might be sitting at the bar reading a book on her Kindle and happy to have company. I’m not registered, so won’t be at any of the conference members only activities.
How is your week going? Is it a bit quieter with so many writers at conference?
Hey Edie, wish I was sitting next ya at that bar, or comfy lounge.
And thanks for the links, all of them look fabulous! And one totally resounded with me, without reading it yet. The one on internet time spend. I mentioned yesterday that I’ve cut my online time down a lot over the last year or two. I agree with Theresa Walsh’s idea. Way too much time can be spent in the black hole. lol
Have fun, and be safe!
Edie,
You might gather more info not being registered and just hanging out!
Whatever, have a great time. I’ll be there in spirit so introduce me to Michelle D. Please 
Things in my immediate vicinity are busy with company. But loops are not so busy.
Speaking of adult ADD, I can not sit through too many of those classes because I get bored, so I’m sure I’ll see you at the bar!
And I’m so jealous you’re going to Harry Potter! I’ve heard its been crazy busy. You’ll have to let us know how it is.
Thanks for the links, Edie. Have a great time!
LaD, I’m making it a priority to limit my time on the internet from now on. I already feel the difference.
Mary JO, I just introduced you to Michelle. She laughed, and I told her you’re a really nice lady.
Lori, we loved the Harry Potter ride. Though if you have vertigo, it wouldn’t be a good ride for you.
I’ll look for you at the conference.
Elle, thanks! I hope you enjoy the links.