Laina Turner, Author
L.C. Turner, Author

Mysteries Blog Posts

How to Create Your Self-Publishing Production Schedule
How to Create Your Self-Publishing Production Schedule

What’s on your self-publishing production schedule? I’ve talked before that part of being a professional writer meant you needed to show up every day (thanks, Steven Pressfield). Showing up every day ready to work your tail off means you need a plan. You need a self-publishing production schedule. You also must hold yourself accountable. Unless […]

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New Release! The Angry Cowboy. A Clean, Small Town Romance.
New Release! The Angry Cowboy. A Clean, Small Town Romance.

In this clean, small town romance, Chance Gallagher, a man accustomed to walking life’s path with his twin brother Cole, faces a crossroads when Cole pulls out of their shared plans for another Habitat for Humanity trip. Stuck in a small town he’s been itching to leave, Chance grapples with his frustration and loneliness. Lucia […]

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The Power of Affordable Author Coaching: Elevate Your Writing and Boost Book Sales
The Power of Affordable Author Coaching: Elevate Your Writing and Boost Book Sales

Want to be a published author or elevate your author career? Author coaching might be for you. In the vast and ever-evolving landscape of the book world, aspiring authors often find themselves facing numerous challenges. From crafting compelling books to navigating the intricate process of publishing and marketing, the journey of a writer isn’t an […]

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Write Compelling Back Cover Copy
Write Compelling Back Cover Copy

You must write compelling back cover copy if you want to sell books. It’s your elevator speech, your sales pitch. It’s the brief 200 words snapshot telling your potential reader all the exciting things your books contain. It’s a short couple of paragraphs, along with your book cover, that motivates someone to click the buy […]

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The Angry Cowboy Cowboy Romance Free Chapter
The Angry Cowboy Cowboy Romance Free Chapter

Buy Now Chance was angrily changing channels in his hospital room when a nurse walked in. He tried to keep the scowl off his face because she was one of his favorite nurses. One of two who didn’t try to act like everything was going to be okay when it so clearly wasn’t, at least […]

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What is a cozy mystery?
What is a cozy mystery?

Cozy mysteries, also known as “cozies,” are a popular subgenre of mystery novels that feature a lighthearted and often humorous tone, amateur detectives, and a small-town or village setting. These books are typically free of graphic violence, profanity, and sexual content, making them a great choice for readers who enjoy the suspense and intrigue of […]

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