Author Archives: Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

About Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

I, like so many others, am a novelist struggling for recognition. My last three novels, THE EYES HAVE IT, IN HER MOTHER'S SHOES and STAR CATCHING, are available in e-book format through Amazon and other formats by request here or on my website. AUTUMN COLORS was my first novel and is still available through Amazon and B&N in multiple formats. My early writings are women's fiction, one also suitable for YA. My work-in-progress is a historical fiction about the Armenians who settled in Troy, NY in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Come visit me at my website: www.dawnlajeunesse.com.

How Much Did Kindle Unlimited Pay per Page Read in April, 2016? (Good News)

Posted on May 14, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

Thanks to Chris McMullen for keeping us informed on many aspects of the publishing world, and particularly the financial side! KINDLE UNLIMITED PAGES READ: MARCH, 2016 The Kindle Unlimited per-page rate improved nearly 4% up to $0.00495663 for April, 2016. … Continue reading →

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The Latest Blog Post at JaneFriedman.com

Posted on May 11, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

Often, when I read other blog posts, I think -great, informative topic, so why re-invent the wheel? Jane Friedman’s blog is loaded with useful content, and from time to time I will share some of those with you. Here is … Continue reading →

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TIME FLIES…AGAIN!

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

Is today really Wednesday? Because when I woke up yesterday, I could have sworn it was Monday, so today should be Tuesday, the day of each week when I post something new. Alas, the folks on three TV stations, the … Continue reading →

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What to Write Next?

Posted on April 26, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

So I finished Gram & Me, as I mentioned a few posts back. I packaged multiple queries to agents, and already my confidence is waning, even though it has only been a week. I should be ecstatic – although I … Continue reading →

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WRITING WHILE WALKING…

Posted on April 25, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

I always knew my mind worked differently when I was walking or hiking. Here, Jane Friedman confirms my experience and reminds me why I should be prepared to capture some of the creative thoughts I have on the move… Why … Continue reading →

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In Search of The Right Agent

Posted on April 19, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

Ah, the long and winding road to agent representation. And people think running for President is tough? A little background: my first two novels Autumn Colors and In Her Mother’s Shoes, were self-published because of my inability/failure to secure an … Continue reading →

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LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FROM C.S.LAKIN

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

Susanne Lakin has posted updates on learning opportunities for writers: Come join me in my FREE webinar and get a cool new ebook! I’m going to confess something to you. I’m seriously nervous about putting on my very first webinar … Continue reading →

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Kindle Unlimited Pages Read: March, 2016

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

If these numbers don’t entice you to consider Kindle Unlimited, I don’t know what will! (Another winning post from Chris McMullen) KINDLE UNLIMITED PAGES READ: MARCH, 2016 The Kindle Unlimited per-page rate held steady at $0.00477885 for March, 2016. It’s … Continue reading →

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The Key Book Publishing Paths: 2016

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

I have been following Jane Friedman’s blog for some time now, and have utilized many of her resources. Since 2013 she has been providing the latest must-know information about publishing options, updating annually. Yesterday she added 2016 to her series: … Continue reading →

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CAN YOU DO TOO MANY REWRITES?

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Dawn Essegian Lajeunesse

When you finish a manuscript, the hard work is just beginning. I wrote last week about my experience with coming full circle with critiques and rewrites of my opening pages of Gram & Me. Three critiques, three resulting re-writes, and … Continue reading →