Monthly Archives: May 2007

And On to Out of the Shadows!

This is the first day I’ve begun work on Out of the Shadows in over four months. (Blame Weston Commercial Cleaning for that one.) I’m so excited, but I’m annoyed because I’m currently working on the “Earth” part of the … Continue reading

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Weekly Update

This week a few great things happened: First, I visited both Alva Middle School and Corkscrew Middle School. Both were lots of fun, but both were also long drives. I really enjoyed meeting all the kids and talking about writing, … Continue reading

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The Yankees Are Back!

It is about time! Until last night and tonight, the New York Yankees have been playing baseball with all the energy of a slug (discounting Jeter & Posada), and their pitchers have been throwing melons. (Their pitchers have also been … Continue reading

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Bartow Middle School Young Writers Contest

I had a great time on Tuesday, when I spent time at Bartow Middle School to help announce the winners of the Polk County FWA’s First Annual Young Writers’ Contest. I think what amazed me most was talking with several … Continue reading

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Breaking News: ArcheBooks and M. B. Weston Sign a Contract on Out of the Shadows: Book II of the Elysian Chronicles!

Out of the Shadows Scheduled to Debut in December 2007! For all you Davian fans out there and for all of you who came to my book signing, I have awesome, colossal news! ArcheBooks and I reached an agreement today … Continue reading

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My First Book Signing at Barnes & Noble!

Well, on Wednesday, I got a call from Jessica at Barnes & Noble telling me that they had a slight problem with my book signing. They were down to 12 books total in the store out of the 50 that … Continue reading

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Open Mike Night at Barnes & Noble

My friend, actress Jillian Windham, and I are the new MCs at Barnes & Noble, Waterside’s Open Mike Night. Our first night was on Wednesday, May 2, and I must say, I was incredibly impressed with some of the young … Continue reading

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Speaking to East Naples Middle School

I was privileged enough to visit East Naples Middle School on April 30th and May 1st. I spoke to the 7th & 8th graders about writing and getting published. The students had many great questions, and they made me feel … Continue reading

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