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JES Hays

JES Hays is the author of the Devon Day and the Sweetwater Kid stories: Down the Owlhoot Trail and the upcoming Outlaw Security.
February 8, 2023February 18, 2023 JES HaysOn Writing

How to Write a Mystery Story

Here are some of the highlights of the upcoming talk at the local retirement community: Plan the crime & solution first: even if you’re a panser, you need some sort […]

February 1, 2023February 1, 2023 JES HaysThe Birth of a Novel, Your Platform

Book Covers

I’ve been lucky with my book covers so far. Even with minimal input, they’ve turned out pretty good looking. This is the latest: Over Western Trails I like the simple […]

January 24, 2023January 28, 2023 JES HaysInspiration

Southern Author Expo Review

The event went well – very organized and well-run. Our library did an excellent job with this and we had what seemed a good turnout. Of course, most of those […]

January 17, 2023January 17, 2023 JES HaysYour Platform

Social Media Marketing for Authors

I do most of my marketing on social media, mainly Facebook and Twitter. The main thing I do without fail is to post daily on both platforms. On Facebook, I […]

January 10, 2023January 17, 2023 JES HaysUncategorized

Southern Author Expo

I’ve been asked to join the Greenville Library’s Southern Author Expo in two weeks. There are 5 speakers and 19 of us “normal” authors, who will be manning tables and […]

January 3, 2023January 3, 2023 JES HaysBlatherings

New Year’s Greetings

I’m still recovering from the blasted virus, but slowly regaining my energy. Here’s hoping 2023 will be a better year for all of us!

December 27, 2022January 3, 2023 JES HaysBlatherings

Not-So-Happy Holidays

Well, after all this time I have come down with COVID. So instead of going to my sister’s for Christmas, I’m home in bed, trying to find a doctor who […]

December 22, 2022December 26, 2022 JES HaysFor You, Inspiration

Happy Holidays

It’s nearly Christmas so I’ll wish everyone a happy holiday, whichever one you celebrate! I hope your holidays are healthy & happy and that your New Year is the same.

December 15, 2022December 20, 2022 JES HaysBlatherings, For You, On Writing

Upcoming Events

Hard to believe another year’s almost gone! I’ll be spending Christmas Day at my sister’s with her and her son and her dog. Then, there will be a big rush […]

December 8, 2022December 8, 2022 JES HaysBlatherings, For You

Gifts for Writers & Readers

It’s that time of the year again – time to pick the perfect gift for your favorite writer or reader. Here are a baker’s dozen ideas for you and your […]

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