Category Archives: Self-publishing

In these dark days…

Posted on December 19, 2020 by Gabriella West

In “times of trouble,” as Paul McCartney put it once, we all need a little Beatles reminiscing. Here’s Paul looking back on his friendship with John and George. https://www.npr.org/player/embed/945390087/945578848 And… Smashwords started its End of Year sale early this time! … Continue reading →

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Read an Ebook Week Sale at Smashwords

Posted on February 28, 2020 by Gabriella West

It always creeps up on us! Here are some details about the annual Read an Ebook Week sale at Smashwords.com: “How the Program Works: At one minute past midnight Pacific time on March 1, the special Smashwords Read an Ebook … Continue reading →

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A Challenging New Year: Downbeat Trends for Indie Publishing

Posted on January 6, 2020 by Gabriella West

And so, 2020 starts out intense right out of the gate! But although our attention is drawn to a possible war brewing with Iran due to an impulsive act of political assassination by the hapless idiot acting as our president, … Continue reading →

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Time of Grace Released in Audio Format!

Posted on December 10, 2019 by Gabriella West

I finished writing my lesbian historical novel Time of Grace 20 years ago, which is astonishing to me. Set at the time of the Easter Rising of 1916, it was published by a small press in Ireland, and subsequently released … Continue reading →

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Summer Has Started

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Gabriella West

It would have been Anthony Bourdain’s 63rd birthday today. Enjoy a listen to his inimitable voice. He manages to bring out the poetry in Waffle House. Today is a day to remember him with love. Today would have been Anthony … Continue reading →

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Connecting the Dots Published in Audiobook Format!

Posted on January 19, 2019 by Gabriella West

Have you ever wondered whether you or a loved one might have ADHD? My little self-help ebook/memoir, Connecting the Dots: My Midlife Journey with Adult AD/HD, published in 2013, is now available in audiobook format, at a suggested list price … Continue reading →

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December Deals and Holiday Wishes

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Gabriella West

December is usually a slow month in the freelance world and in the book world, too. This year, I seem to have a lot going on with freelance editorial work (not complaining, this is nice!). Turns out I have some … Continue reading →

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Return to Carlsbad Out Now on Amazon!

Posted on October 7, 2018 by Gabriella West

And now, back to book news! The third book in my Elsie Street contemporary gay romance trilogy, Return to Carlsbad, is done! It was released today on Amazon. On Smashwords, and the other stores like Apple and BN, it comes … Continue reading →

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Girding Up for Fall (With a Free Book!)

Posted on September 8, 2018 by Gabriella West

Fall promises to be hectic: We have less than sixty days left before the midterms. Looking at my wall calendar, election day is November 6. I expect to be working in a Bay Area Vote by Mail unit around election … Continue reading →

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July Summer/Winter Sale Starts Tomorrow!

Posted on June 30, 2018 by Gabriella West

Phew, it’s hot! Smashwords holds its monthlong Summer/Winter ebook sale starting tomorrow and running through July 31. It’s a great opportunity to pick up new reads. Visit my book page to see my bargains. A Knight’s Tale: Kenilworth is free, … Continue reading →

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