A Bunch of Awesome Links

Isn't that the worst headline ever?

But if you're an independent writer and a techno-idiot (like me), you'll probably appreciate this guide on how to convert PDFs to ePub or Kindle files. I haven't actually done it, but I have some PDFs and should probably give it a test run, at some point.

Plus ... don't hold back, Joe. Tell us what you really think. :) #circlingthedrain

Nonetheless, if you were going to have a publisher, wouldn't it be cool if it were Tor/Forge and you got to do this?

However, as independent writers, we're entrepreneurs. So that comes with its own set of perks and responsibilities. Here are some tips on office space and other matters, like setting boundaries and time management, e.g., don't work in your pajamas, okay?

Finally, I'm including a link to the Kindle All-Stars Project, which sounds totally awesome!

Here's a quote from the site: 

In 1967, mercurial author Harlan Ellison created a book that brought speculative fiction into the forefront of modern culture.  Dangerous Visions and its sequel, Again, Dangerous Visions were a collection of short-stories written by as many breath-takingly talented authors that the not-too-shabby-himself Ellison could enlist.  The series went on to win multiple awards, launch the careers of numerous talented authors and solidify SF as a legitimate form of literature.

It was a good idea then, and it's a good idea now.

I am now assembling a collection of short-stories from the best writers I can find who are either currently using Kindle to display their work, or are considering giving it a shot.  In my opinion, we are the punk rock of literature.  The resistance front.  The same type of hungry writers that Ellison found in '67.

Do words like these get your blood flowing? Punk rock of literature. I'm SO there! :)

I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that all proceeds from the project will be donated to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.

I can rustle up a story or two and send them in by the deadline, I'm sure. Which is 9/15, BTW. Click the link for details. Go for it!

Harlan, my man! :)