Happy 4th of July

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY, EVERYONE, FROM NICK AND NORM

ONLY IN KEY WEST

BOOK LAUNCH  (3 HOURS AND COUNTING)

The launch of my new book, Only in Key West, will be taking place tonight between 5-7 pm.  I'm really excited.  Yesterday, I had two radio interviews and we've really been spreading the word.

Tonight, Bourbon Bar, 801 Duval, Launch of Only in Key West by Kenneth D. Michaels, 5-7 pn,

 If you can make it, please drop by.  We're sharing space with the Pride Bartenders Contest sponsored by Stoli.

Promises to be a fun night. 

ONLY IN KEY WEST

                  ATTACK OF THE SPONGEMAN

                             He asked if I'd like a total body loofah.

ONLY IN KEY WEST

Only in Key West, will be published soon.  I am highlighting characters who appear in my book and
could be key in solving the crime.

Each night, hundreds of people march toward Mallory Square to watch the sunset. Just follow the crowd. The celebration hosts visitors and performers, including jugglers, clowns, psychics, and local musicians.

But one of the most popular is the Catman, who has trained several of his cats to jump through fiery hoops.

If you're in Key West, be sure to come to Mallory Square and watch the Catman. 

Editing

I've used more editors on my new book, Only In Key West, than I did on The Gay Detective.

I found that there is a difference.  Using one gave me a clear direction and less stress, whereas, using three pointed out more
specifics and gave me migraines. 

I should point out each of the recent editors had important points and helped me develop deeper characterizations. 

I also learned that using a proofreader for the final version, who had no knowledge of the book was critical. Her fresh eyes pointed out POV problems and incorrect assumptions that we had all missed. I strongly recommend this.  

Nathan Bransford has some suggestions on editors. Check out his March 22, 2017 post, blog.Nathanbransford.com How to know if you have a good editor.

Whether you use an editor or not be sure to have beta readers or another writer who can be objective and is not afraid of being completely honest with you.