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So the novel sells. Now what? I'll share my experience as a first-time author, with a few detours into the art and history of belly dance -- the inspiration for my new book, THE BELLY DANCER.
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I'm hanging out at Caroline Leavitt's place today...
Come by and say hi. We're talking about THE BELLY DANCER and the 1893 Chicago World's Fair and Little Egypt and some other fun stuff...http://carolineleavittville.blogspot.com/2009/10/read-this-book-belly-dancer.htmlHurry before all the cookies and c...
Another great review...
This time from the lovely Bonita Oteri at Gilded Serpent.Here's an excerpt:"...author DeAnna Cameron deftly peels back the layers of Gay Nineties society and affords a richly descriptive and fascinating glimpse into the life, times and giddy exciteme...
More photos from the Laguna Beach book signing...
The O.C. Register photographer who attended the book signing and belly dance showcase at Laguna Beach Books on Sept. 4 put 17 of her photos together in a slideshow on the newspaper's Web site.You can check them out here:http://www.ocregister.com/pho...
Giving THE BELLY DANCER away...
If you'd like to toss your name in the hat for one of a few free signed books, head over to Goodreads. The contest closes on Oct. 8.Here's the link: http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway.The books are arranged by contest close date, so scroll down till y...
Catching up after a busy Labor Day Weekend
Friday was one of the hottest (and most humid!) days of the year here in Orange County, but the Cameron clan had a very cool time at the booksigning and belly dance showcase that Laguna Beach Books hosted for us.The event took place on The Old Potter...
Writer's Digest and my query for THE BELLY DANCER
If you're looking through the query letter examples in the latest issue of Writer's Digest, you'll find mine for THE BELLY DANCER on page 32.My wonderful agent, Ellen Pepus, was kind enough to submit it for the feature titled "Real Queries That Worke...
'Writers on Writing' interview tomorrow
I'll be talking about THE BELLY DANCER on "Writers on Writing" (KUCI-FM 88.9) tomorrow from 9:30 to 10 a.m.If you're interested in listening in but are outside the small broadcast range, you can also hear the show on the live stream at http://www.kuc...
Signing in Riverside at 'An Evening at the Cleopatra Club'
The fabulous Aziza Sai'd has invited me to sign copies of THE BELLY DANCER on Saturday at "An Evening at the Cleopatra Club," which is her monthly hafla in Riverside, CA.In addition to the booksigning, there'll be dancing -- lots and lots of dancing ...
Aug. 8 booksigning at Barnes and Noble in Costa Mesa
Here I am with my OCC/RWA chapter mates (from left) Debra Mullins, Jennifer Haymore and Tessa Dare during our booksigning at the Barnes & Noble in Costa Mesa. It was a casual event and a great way to spend a Saturday evening, thanks largely to th...
THE BELLY DANCER goes international...
I just heard that the Japanese rights to THE BELLY DANCER have sold -- yay!Of course it's a nice way to make some extra money, but I think I'm most excited about seeing a Japanese cover.Maybe I'll even splurge on some celebratory sushi for dinner :-)...
THE BUSINESS OF BOOKS epilogue
If you're a regular reader of this blog, you already know that I retired the BUSINESS OF BOOKS author interview series a few weeks ago. But some of you have asked me privately to share what I'm doing in the way of marketing for my debut novel, THE BE...
Today I'm feeling very fortunate...
Something I didn't mention in the last post about the book release party is the part that made it a party *and* benefit, and that's because I wanted to devote a special space to that important aspect of the event. And here it is.Very early in the pla...
Photos from the THE BELLY DANCER Book Release Party & Benefit
Is there any other way to celebrate a book about belly dancing than with a night filled with belly dancing and belly dancers? I think not.We had dancers, lots and lots of dancers, as well as drummers, belly dance costume models and even pirates! (Oh...
I'm blog touring again...
Today you can find me at NUMBER ONE NOVELS, where I'm answering Rebecca Chastain's questions and offering up an autographed copy of THE BELLY DANCER to one lucky reader.You can also read a great review of THE BELLY DANCER at THE PRINTED PAGE. Here's ...
THE BELLY DANCER Book Release & Benefit tomorrow
If you're planning to be in Long Beach tomorrow evening, stop by! We'll have belly dancing, live drumming and a belly dance costume fashion show.We'll also be raising money for a really great cause -- Women for Women International, which helps women ...
Just posted an excerpt of THE BELLY DANCER...
If you'd like to check it out, here's the link:http://www.deannacameron.com/NovelExcerpt.htmEnjoy!...
What a great day...
I just returned from a quick trip to my local Borders bookstore, and I have to tell you -- I'm feeling pretty good :-)The trip was prompted by a request from a woman who read the review of THE BELLY DANCER in Orange Coast magazine. She tracked me dow...
Giving stuff away over at Romance Book Club -- come see!
Today I'm guest blogging about my inspiration for THE BELLY DANCER over at the Romance Book Club, and one lucky commenter will win either a signed copy of the book or a belly dance hip scarf.You can check it out here:http://www.theromancebookclub.com...
Now it feels real...
THE BELLY DANCER came out last Tuesday, but with a new baby to take care of at home I didn't have a chance to get out and see it in a bookstore until Saturday. The thrill was definitely worth the wait, though! I couldn't believe I was actually seeing...
The Publication Day winner is...
It's been a great publication day! I discovered more good reviews (Bookreview.com and BarnesandNoble.com, to name a couple) and that book sales are already strong. Yay :-)For all of you who bought the book: THANK YOU!I haven't had much time to soak i...
THE BELLY DANCER is out!
It's release day for THE BELLY DANCER! Woohoo! I'm celebrating with a guest blog over at Historical Tapestry on why I love the legend of Little Egypt. That one is up now, and an interview with author Shauna Roberts on her For Love of Words blog that ...
A 30-year writing odyssey...
I just got around to reading the latest issue of Costco Connection (okay, I really only read the book section) and I'm still in awe of the story behind Selden Edwards' wildly successful debut novel, THE LITTLE BOOK, which is Costco Book Buyer Pennie ...
THE BELLY DANCER in Santa Cruz
If you're in or around Santa Cruz, you'll want to check out a new Web site that debuted today called Weekend Santa Cruz:"...a weekly online magazine dedicated to arts, entertainment and fun in Santa Cruz County. Through a mix of features and easy-to...
The third week winner is...
I can't believe publication day is so close now... just one more week! I'm thrilled with all the requests for bookmarks, stickers and postcards. I still have a few left, so e-mail me your request at deanna[at] deanna[dot]com if you'd like me to mail ...
A great review in The Chronicles
I was so delighted to open the summer issue of the popular belly dance magazine The Chronicles to find a wonderful two-page review of THE BELLY DANCER, by reviewer Karyana. The novel grew out of my love for belly dancing, which makes these accolades ...
The second week winner is...
We had a lot of new entries this week for the Countdown to Publication contest for THE BELLY DANCER, so the competition was a little tougher. I'm not surprised, though. Who wouldn't want a free copy of the Bellydance Superstars' "The Art of Bellydanc...
June Update
I sent this newsletter to friends and family last week to let them know what's new with the book. I thought you might be interested in it, too. For a larger view, go here....
Week 2: Countdown to Publication Contest
Only 20 days to go till publication day for THE BELLY DANCER... This week's prize is a copy of the Bellydance Superstars' "The Art of Bellydance" CD, featuring 13 tracks that include Oojami's "Chicky," Beats Antique's "Rabat," Issam Houshan's "Mumbai...
And the first week winner is...
Thanks to everyone who entered to win the first week prize for the Countdown to Publication contest for THE BELLY DANCER! Here is my very official and scientific drawing process: The entries:The winner:DesdemonaDesdemona, I'm sending you an e-mail no...
The Countdown to Publication Contest
With the publication date for THE BELLY DANCER less than a month away and positive reviews already rolling in, I’m in the mood to celebrate. And what better way to do that than to give away free stuff? For the next four weeks, I’ll be holding a â...
