Category Archives: Biographical

Interview with Thriller Author J. Carson Black

Posted on August 8, 2012 5:28 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  J. Carson Black is the author of three short stories and thirteen novels, including the critically acclaimed Laura Cardinal series, recently optioned by Winkler Films/Sony Television. Since April of 2011, her books have sold over 300,000 copies. Her first … Continue reading →

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HUNTER: Now 300 Amazon Customer Reviews

Posted on July 21, 2012 7:00 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  The overwhelming reader response to HUNTER has been far, far beyond what I expected before I published it. When I pushed the “publish” button on Amazon on June 21, 2011, I entertained modest hopes that my novel would slowly … Continue reading →

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Interview with Suspense Author Joe Badal

Posted on July 10, 2012 5:52 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Joseph Badal has worked for thirty-eight years in the banking and financial services industries. He is currently President of Joseph Badal & Associates, Inc., a consulting firm. Prior to his finance career, Joe served as a commissioned officer in … Continue reading →

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A Vital Tip for Self-Publishing Authors

Posted on June 27, 2012 6:34 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Lately, I’ve been sharing tips on self-publishing with quite a few authors, online and in person. Most of it is “how-to” stuff. But some of it concerns the attitude that an indie author must maintain if he is to … Continue reading →

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Kindle Direct Publishing features my success story

Posted on May 21, 2012 10:23 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  I just learned that the May issue of the Kindle Direct Publishing Newsletter features the story of how I achieved self-publishing success via Kindle ebooks. Some time ago, the KDP folks solicited from me the details of my personal … Continue reading →

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I’m Profiled on “The Thorum Underground”

Posted on May 8, 2012 12:54 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

“The Thorum Underground” — a fan website devoted to the work of one of my heroes, best-selling thriller author Brad Thor — just launched a “Featured Author of the Month” page. I’m honored to report that for their inaugural author … Continue reading →

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I’m Interviewed on “The American Entrepreneur” Radio

Posted on May 4, 2012 4:41 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

I was interviewed on “American Entrepreneur Radio” by host Jerry Bowyer on May 3rd. Jerry and I discussed the opportunities and mechanics of self-publishing, as well as my background and why I wrote and indie-published HUNTER. The interview runs about … Continue reading →

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My Self-Publishing “Rocky” Story

Posted on May 1, 2012 10:51 pm GMT+0000 by bidinotto

I’ve just been invited to become a regular contributor to the popular online site “Pajamas Media.” This wonderful alternative media outlet provides a platform for some of the most prominent bloggers and cultural commentators of our time, including Glenn “Instapundit” … Continue reading →

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Another Indie-Author Success Story

Posted on April 28, 2012 12:53 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

Here’s another inspiring, rags-to-riches, “Rocky”-type story of a struggling writer beating the odds by turning to self-publishing, then becoming an overnight success as a best-selling author. This one appears in the Toronto Globe & Mail, and it’s about my new … Continue reading →

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Interviews with Indies: Jennifer Chase — Criminal Profiler, Crime-Thriller Author

Posted on March 13, 2012 2:12 am GMT+0000 by bidinotto

  Thriller writers are some of the most interesting people in the world. And Jennifer Chase is certainly one of the more interesting thriller writers I’ve encountered. Jennifer is a multiple-award-winning author, freelance writer, and a criminologist. She has written and … Continue reading →

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