A Conspiracy of Authors


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Devlin's Team, File 2: Farewell to Summer    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $3.99 USD. 85140 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on May 16, 2013. .

Devlin has arrived on Summer where she expects to do nothing more than keep watch over Cha and Dancer. However, even before the two arrive, she's found trouble of a different kind. Even though the people of Summer are leaving as the world begins a long, inhospitable descent into winter, there's still time for deceit, lies and murder.
Two Year Novel Course: Set 8 (Final Edits/Submission and Publication)    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 49890 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on May 7, 2013. .

This is the final book of the Two Year Novel Course covering weeks 78 through 104. The final sections cover both traditional and indie material when it comes to publication.
Paid in Gold and Blood    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $3.99 USD. 100350 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on April 17, 2013. .

Katashan left behind his past; all the good and the bad, including his belief that the gods would help him in a time of need. Moving to a new land, he has every intention of starting a new life. What he finds, though, is the body of a woman sacrificed at the foot of a statue to a benevolent goddess.
Vita's Vengeance    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $3.99 USD. 144350 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on April 16, 2013. .

Alsandor Vita has returned home with bad news for those who hoped outsiders would help against a treacherous enemy poised to invade their world. Despite the situation, Alsandor hadn't expected dramatic changes in his own future, but unusual circumstances soon give him a chance to fight the war in ways he never expected.
Mirrors    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $3.99 USD. 86850 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on March 5, 2013. .

(5.00)
Half-fae, genderless and mistrusted by his full-blooded magical relatives, Skye Emerald McFaeland is unexpectedly drawn into a dangerous power-play a few days before the choosing of the next fae ruler. Will Skye find the answers to stop someone from gaining control of the fae -- or will he be the final key the enemy needs to succeed?
Two Year Novel Course: Set 7 (Second Draft)    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 23740 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on February 21, 2013. .

Book 7 of the 2YN series moves from the art of writing to the crafting of edits. This book takes on some of the major problems, including when the book is too short.
Two Year Novel Course Set 6 (Writing, Part 2)    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 36750 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on January 19, 2013. .

Book Six of the 2YN series covers continuing the writing process with tips to help you keep going to The End.
The Bear on the High Self and Other Christmas Bear Stories    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $1.99 USD. 11690 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on December 2, 2012. .

(5.00)
This is a short collection (10,700) of fluffy teddy bear stories and poems for the holidays. Learn how Aristotle Bear found his true home, the story of the Christmas House and more.
Two Year Novel Course: Set 5: Writing Part 1    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 31190 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on November 26, 2012. .

The fifth book in the 2YN series is designed to help you start writing your first draft. It covers setting up goals, working through openings and how to deal with a number of 'small things' that might create problems for the writer.
Sub-Textual Evidence for the Existence of Alien Life and the Extrapolation of Internet Protocols    by Lazette Gifford
Price: Free! 6870 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on October 21, 2012. .

(5.00)
She's just broken up with her boyfriend and is looking forward to a nice, quiet weekend at home. She didn't count on a crashed alien craft and a cute kitten. Originally published in Planet Relish, 2002.
Devlin's Report #1: Wasting Time    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 9240 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on September 17, 2012. .

Learn how Devlin, a port rat with a bad attitude and worse reputation, joined the elite Inner Worlds Council Security force (6240 words). Also included is the first chapter of Devlin's Team File # 1: Dancer
Glory    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $3.99 USD. 114810 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on August 28, 2012. .

A deadly, mythical creature stalks the mountainside in rural Tennessee, and ESI agent Gloryanna Del Mar has come to deal with the dangerous creature and to confront her own, tragic past. Partnered with the enigmatic Talis Ford, she is having a difficult time keeping her own magical secrets.
The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Dogs    by Amy Laurens
Price: $2.99 USD. 21830 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on August 17, 2012. .

From the Introduction: Writers – and people in general – make many of the mistakes they do about dogs not because they know nothing about them, but because so much of the cultural knowledge we possess is false. Myths about animals abound, and it seems the more important the animal is to humanity, the more myths it will generate. . . .
Two Year Novel Course: Set 4 (Outlines)    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 24970 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on July 18, 2012. .

(5.00)
The creation of an outline is far more about content and intent than about shape. Learn the various ways to approach outlines and what type might work for you.
The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Mother Nature    by Katharina Gerlach
Price: $2.99 USD. 14920 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on July 6, 2012. .

This book is not just about mistakes writers make but about things they tend to neglect. However it will not tell you "How To" create a world. That is still up to you but the most important point is to create an abundance of living beings and all they need to survive in a believable way.
The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About San Francisco    by Lynne Murray
Price: $2.99 USD. 7240 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on July 6, 2012. .

San Francisco is beautiful, some parts of it can be unexpectedly dangerous, and the atmosphere has always been electric with new ideas. Those of us who love the city often have a fierce appetite for information about it and we love to read books set here. The pleasure turns to exasperation when a book or movie set in San Francisco gets the basic details wrong.
Muse    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $3.99 USD. 77980 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on June 30, 2012. .

Welcome to Muse.... Stranded when his car breaks down, Killian Dain Fox overhears a cop and a gas station clerk discussing murder and the exchange of money. (Book contains mild sex scene.)
Curve of Her Claw    by Margaret McGaffey Fisk
Price: $0.99 USD. 6510 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on May 29, 2012. .

Fall into a world where beauty is a facade, and one elf is pushed beyond reason to rid herself of the smooth-skinned curse. Curve of Her Claw tells the tale of a young elf trying to earn a place in the tribal memory. The elves in this dark fantasy, however, have little in common with the tall, beautiful faerie kind who often condemn humanity for brutal natures.
Devlin's Team, File 1: Dancer    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $3.99 USD. 79610 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on May 28, 2012. .

Devlin is a top agent for the Inner Worlds Council Security force -- a spy in common terms -- and she's not very happy with an assignment to the backwater world of Forest. However, when a top-ranking scientist arrives on world, Devlin thinks she might be able to pick up a little bit more information . . . and that's something the locals fear.
Two Year Novel Course: Set 3 (World Building)    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 38950 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on April 16, 2012. .

This set of world building classes provides a few tricks for both physical and cultural world building and includes exercises, examples and many questions to answer about your own work. This set of classes will help science fiction and fantasy writers, however the cultural aspects and conflicts can also work well in modern and historical fiction.
The Servant Girl    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $2.99 USD. 104270 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on March 5, 2012. .

(5.00)
Eliza lived with Princess Sondra as her trusted companion until civil war tore her from her friend's side. Now she must learn to live in a world filled with intrigue and danger, where the use of her magic might get her killed . . . and where it is getting increasingly difficult to tell friend from foe.
Weaving the Strands of Love    by Lazette Gifford
Price: Free! 3480 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on February 18, 2012. .

One brother will be king and another a powerful mage, but it is a simple spell that will truly change their lives.
The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Russia    by Irene W. Galaktionova
Price: $2.99 USD. 46210 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on January 23, 2012. .

(5.00)
Are you ready to abandon the stereotypes of the Cold War and look at the real Russia? Open your eyes to the exciting and fascinating facts that make this setting a favorite with writers. With this book, you can Write It Right.
Two Year Novel Course: Set 2 (Characters)    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 17860 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on January 16, 2012. .

The second set of the 2YN classes takes you through the work of creating characters who will best represent what you want in your story.
Two Year Novel Course: Set 1 (Basics)    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 11670 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on December 8, 2011. .

Start your novel off right with this set of five classes to help expand on your initial idea and begin creating story goals.
Joey Mousekin's Tale    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $1.99 USD. 16750 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on December 3, 2011. .

What happens when a young boy is accidentally turned into a mouse? He has the adventure of a lifetime!
The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Courtroom Law    by Lynne Murray
Price: $2.99 USD. 6680 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on November 17, 2011. .

Writers often stray from the reality of the legal system because we think we know about the law from watching television and movies and reading mystery novels. Unfortunately many dramatizations of criminal investigations and legal proceedings more closely resemble The Three Stooges slapstick reel Disorder in the Court than any real world legal proceeding.
Would That It Were    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 4660 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on October 30, 2011. .

In this fun little story, Caravan Master Nuri gets more than he bargained for when he asks a fortune teller to do a reading for him! (Originally published in Fables Ezine)
The 33 Worst Mistakes Writers Make About Horses    by B. Burkheart
Price: $2.99 USD. 10500 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on October 24, 2011. .

Learn to avoid 33 common mistakes writers make when including horses in their stories. This excellent resource will help whether writing fantasy, historical fiction or contemporary fiction. (Previously published as Sue L. Huffman)
Lucky    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 8540 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on October 19, 2011. .

(5.00)
(Previously published by Yard Dog Press in Star Bound) Misea thinks she's getting the chance of a lifetime when an early release from prison leads to a job on a construction team for the new Shepherd Station. Unfortunately, there's trouble at the station, and she's soon right in the middle of it.
Summer Storm    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $2.99 USD. 74040 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on September 15, 2011. .

(5.00)
Summerfield grew up traveling from one odd place to another while his parents searched for enlightenment. And yes, he does work for the nation's leading paranormal publication, Wolton World News -- or Woo Woo News as the scoffing locals call it. That doesn't mean he's prepared for all kinds of weirdness in the last place he expected to find it . . . Omaha, Nebraska.
NaNo for the New and the Insane    by Lazette Gifford
Price: Free! 35970 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on August 28, 2011. .

(5.00)
NaNo for the New and the Insane is a short work dedicated to helping people stay on track for the month long NaNoWriMo event in November of each year.
No Beast so Fierce    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 8180 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on August 13, 2011. .

(4.00)
In the far future, an ancient shapeshifter meets up with an old lover on a fastrain headed for disaster.
Author Vs. Character    by Lazette Gifford
Price: Free! 2380 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on July 19, 2011. .

0.75 star(4.83)
This is the story of what happens when a character begins to talk back to the author . . . not a good plan in the long run! (Watch out for those Woodle Pooves!)
Ada Nish Pura    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $2.99 USD. 102510 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on June 17, 2011. .

0.5 star(4.50)
Fighter Pilot Marcus Trevor is the only survivor of a treacherous attack against the star ship on which he served. Injured and alone, he must take refuge on the world of Kailani, a place of vast stretches of water and where a large portion of the population is genetically adapted to living in the sea.
Silky 3: The Queen's Champion    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $2.99 USD. 116350 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on April 2, 2011. .

0.5 star(4.50)
In the final book of the Silky trilogy, Silky must face all his worst fears -- and a few new ones. With Anthica under siege, Silky, Magellan and Queen Maris take a perilous sea voyage to find allies they hope will help win the embattled country from the Jainta and their dark magic. During the journey Silky will battle his personal demons and new enemies . . . and find a lost piece of his soul.
Silky 2: Lord of the Land    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $2.99 USD. 93270 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on April 2, 2011. .

(5.00)
Silkation, Lord of Haven, helped to bring Queen Maris to the throne of Anthica and has become her trusted friend and advisor. However, riches, power and magic cannot buy safety for Silky and trouble lurks at every turn.
Silky    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $2.99 USD. 96520 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on April 1, 2011. .

0.75 star(4.67)
"Exciting, complex and richly textured, with a world you'll believe and a protagonist you have to cheer for -- Silky is wonderful." Holly Lisle (Quote from original 1998 Embiid Publishing release.)
Epilogue for a Lost Tale    by Lazette Gifford
Price: Free! 2440 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on March 27, 2011. .

(5.00)
This is a bittersweet tale of love, loss and immortality.
Kat Among The Pigeons    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $2.99 USD. 98340 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on March 7, 2011. .

0.25 star(4.22)
Kat and her boyfriend frantically fight the enemy with the aid of a lazy tom cat, an African gray parrot who only speaks in verse, and a wise-cracking cockatiel with a bad attitude. She's trying very hard not to think the world is doomed.
Stand the Line    by Lazette Gifford
Price: $0.99 USD. 5320 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on February 28, 2011. .

(5.00)
Tadat of the Takara lives among the humans, fighting against the dangerous Vree, until a human friend brings him information about treachery that will change is life.
A Ride Through Hell and Back    by Lazette Gifford
Price: Free! 5570 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on February 27, 2011. .

(5.00)
After a daring robbery, Lauren, a professional thief and sometimes mage, finds himself on the run from the monstrous Devildins as he tries to warn others about the invasion. Unfortunately, the one person he has to convince happens to be the person he just robbed.
Return to Redlin    by Lazette Gifford
Price: Free! 25070 words. Published by A Conspiracy of Authors  on February 7, 2011. .

0.5 star(4.50)
Return to Redlin is a romantic adventure novella. Ginger lived a quiet, peaceful life in the little town of Redlin . . . until the night Derrick, the high school bad boy from ten years ago, walked into the Gas and More where she worked.


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  • Redshirts on Oct. 07, 2011
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    This is a delightful, fun short story with a look into the lives of characters off-screen, so to speak. I laughed at how hard we are on our main characters. Necia has a wonderful writing voice and I look forward to reading more of her work!
  • The String Weavers (The String Weavers - Book 1) on April 13, 2012
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    The String Weavers is a delightful, fun book about a teen girl who begins the book worrying about college and ends worrying about saving the universe! Kelsey is a delightful character, and the secondary characters are all interesting. (Although I did occasionally have to look back to make certain I had the proper alien in mind.) The story unfolds in a series of revelations and adventures which take Kelsey farther from earth and into dangers she doesn't truly understand. This young adult tale of a girl thrown into a myriad of troubles and searching for her own true identity reminds me of the Andre Norton books I adored, complete with odd aliens and all! Excellent work. I look forward to reading the next book.
  • The Art of Negotiation on April 13, 2012
    star star star star star
    All I can say is that any time a story about negotiating a severance package can be this interesting, you know the writer is well worth reading! Moved into a science fiction setting, J.A. Marlow creates a great story about the perils of downsizing, robotics and revenge of a working class woman.
  • A Hero Unto Death on Jan. 10, 2013
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    I would give this story ten stars if I could. The delightful, amusing tale is filled with quirky characters and fun plot twists as Harold's two helpers do their best to make certain he finishes his quest . . . dead or not. Well, you know what they say: Behind every hero is a strong woman. In this case it's two of them. S. E. Batt is well on his way to becoming another Prattchet. Read this one and enjoy.
  • Eloquently Crooked on Jan. 14, 2013
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    A great science fiction story in an unusual setting, complete with fantastic alien creatures. Marlow knows how to put a science fiction adventure story together!