Category: CreateSpace Independent Publishing
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Books, Memories, and the Sound of Progress: October in Central Florida
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in ACX, Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Amazon Reviews, Amazon Spain (Amazon.es), Amazon UK, Audible, Audiobooks, Books, Brandon Padilla, Bryan Haddock, Comings and Goings (Short Story), Comings and Goings: The Art of Being Seen, CreateSpace Independent Publishing, Creative Writing, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Stefan (Steve) LeeLate Morning, Tuesday, October 7, 2025 – Orlando, Florida Hello, Constant (or Not-So-Constant) Reader, It’s another steamy, soon-to-be-soggy day here in Central Florida. As I write this in the late morning hours, the temperature has already climbed to 83°F (28°C) under partly sunny skies. Humidity is a formidable 84%, and an easterly breeze at 11…
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The Garratyverse: A Life Told in Echoes
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Amazon Spain (Amazon.es), Books, Comings and Goings (Short Story), Comings and Goings: The Art of Being Seen, CreateSpace Independent Publishing, Creative Writing, Garratyverse, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda🧩 The Garratyverse: A Mosaic of Memory and Connection Reunion: A Story “A lyrical tale of regret for chances not taken, told in dreams and memories.” – Denise Longrie The emotional nucleus. Set primarily on one day in June 1983, it captures the ache of unspoken feeling and the quiet fracture of youth. Bookended by…
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Writer’s Shop Talk: Amazon Kindle Create App: Boon, Bane, or Both? (A Review)
App Name: Kindle Create Developer: Amazon/Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) Type of App: E-publishing formatting and publication tool Amazon Kindle Create App: Boon, Bane, or Both? For readers familiar with my blog, you know that independent publishing has been my thrilling yet occasionally exasperating companion on the creative journey. My experiences with Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP)…
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Dear Reader, Let Me Tell You a Story: About the Making of My Novella ‘Reunion’
Afternoon, Thursday, March 13, 2025, Miami, Florida Like most writers, I’m often asked questions like, “Where do you get your ideas from?” and “How did you write this story?” So, to give you some idea of how the first book in the Reunion Duology came to be and what it’s about, here are some questions…
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Dear Reader, Let Me Tell You a Story: A Novelist’s Two-Year Journey into ‘Reunion: Coda’
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Late Morning, Monday, March 10, 2025, Miami, Florida “All novels are really letters aimed at one person.” – Stephen King, On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft Two years. That’s how long it’s been since I embarked on the journey of writing Reunion: Coda. This book serves as both a prequel and a sequel to…
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‘Reunion: A Story’ – Selected Reviews by Amazon Readers
Are you looking for a heartfelt read that will tug at your heartstrings and make you reflect on the pivotal moments in your own life? Look no further than “Reunion: A Story” by Yours Truly. This compelling novella has captivated readers with its poignant tale of love, regret, and teenage angst. Don’t just take my…
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Exploring ‘Sea Power’: A Naval Combat Experience
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Cold War-Turns-Hot Games, Cold Waters, Computer and Video Games, CreateSpace Independent Publishing, Creative Writing, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Life in Florida, Life in Miami….Again, MicroProse Software, Personal Thoughts, Regiments (2022), Regiments: Iron Curtain, Regiments: Second Wave, Regiments: Winds of Change, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Sea Power: Naval Combat in the Missile Age, Triassic Games, Writer’s BlockLate Morning, Friday, November 15, 2024, Miami, Florida Hi there, dear Constant Readers. Well, here it is late Friday morning, and it’s shaping up to be a typically warm – even hot – and humid day in the subtropical zone. The temperature is 83°F (28°C) under partly sunny skies. With humidity at 63% and the…
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Musings for Monday, November 4, 2024, or: A New Workweek Begins for This Novelist!
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, CreateSpace Independent Publishing, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Florida, Life in Miami….Again, Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Writing as a CraftMidday/Early Afternoon, Monday, November 4, 2024, Miami, Florida Greetings and salutations, Constant Readers. It’s Monday again, and this being South Florida, it is a muggy and windy late autumn day. Currently, the temperature is 84°F (29°C) under partly sunny conditions. With humidity at 66% and the wind blowing from the east-northeast at 18 MPH (29…
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Narrative Threads: A Conversation on Crafting the Reunion Duology: Part the Sixteenth
The Reunion Duology centers on the importance of true friendship, particularly Jim’s bonds with Mark Prieto and Bruce Holtzman. These relationships illustrate the impact of genuine connections on our lives. The author’s personal experiences and beliefs shape the portrayal of friendship, emphasizing its significant role in the narrative.
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Narrative Threads: A Conversation on Crafting the Reunion Duology, Part the Fifteenth
Jim Garraty’s sentimental nature, inherited from his late mother, influences his interactions and the story’s overall tone. This trait, both a strength and weakness, fosters emotional connections and vulnerability. His self-deprecating humor, developed after high school, helps him navigate adversities. These characteristics make him both likable and credible, adding depth to his character.
A Certain Point of View, Too 