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‘Baby Steps’ paperback – Out Now!

July 10, 2019July 10, 2019 by Sam Cummings, posted in books, Literature, reading, storytelling, writing

'Baby Steps' is the second instalment in The Fantasy Girl Series; a collection of novellas following Etta, a young girl in early 1930's America, who discovers her world is full of witches and demons, mystery and danger.

Paperback Writer…

July 21, 2018July 21, 2018 by Sam Cummings, posted in DIY, Literature, reading, selling, storytelling, working, writing

I feel like I've been harping on about this quite a bit this past week but, to be honest, when you don't have anyone else advertising you kind of have to become your own annoying publicist. One of my short story series, Etta!, is finally available in paperback WORLDWIDE. It's a fun thing to think … Continue reading Paperback Writer…

Honest Thoughts on Self Publishing

August 11, 2016August 7, 2016 by Sam Cummings, posted in books, english, Literature, living life, opinions, reading, selling, storytelling, thoughtfulness, writing

I'm sure by now you've noticed I self published my first book; Etta! I figured I'd do a little blog post just to talk about the experience and the reaction I got from it. I'm sure people are wondering how well it's done and if I've made any money (I don't think it's rude to … Continue reading Honest Thoughts on Self Publishing

I’m published!!

July 9, 2016 by Sam Cummings, posted in books, goals, living life, reading, writing

Well, almost... Today is the day I put the first of a series I am working on out into the world! It's currently sitting in Amazon's hands, being reviewed, until they decide to let it go free so people [like you] can download it. Naturally, I'm nervous. I enjoy the writing but the hardest part … Continue reading I’m published!!