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(February 7, 2010)
Just a little heads up on a new contest and interview! Amber, from the great Amberkatze's Book Blog is hosting a contest to go with a brand new interview that she conducted of me. Head on over the site, and her instructions for entering are at the bottom of the interview. You can win a full Crown of Vengeance package including a signed book, poster, and other collectibles. Check it out at:
http://amberkatze.blogspot.com/2010/02/author-interview-contest-with-stephen.html
(February 2, 2010)
Had a new review posted of The Exodus Gate that I was particularly very pleased with (from Fantasy Book Review in the U.K. ), as it really took the book in the light that I intended, and got at the wide range of influences and heritages that I drew from. Please check this one out if you get a moment.
http://www.fantasybookreview.co.uk/Stephen-Zimmer/The-Exodus-Gate.html
On another note, I will have more details to give shortly, but the hardcover edition of The Exodus Gate, and the Kindle and eBook versions of Crown of Vengeance, are on course to be out before the end of the month.
(January 30, 2010)
Just had a really good interview, conducted by D.A. Adams, who happens to be an outstanding fantasy author (The Brotherhood of Dwarves series). He asked some excellent questions, so please take a look and leave a comment:
Click here to go to the interview on D.A.'s blogsite.
(January 16, 2010)
Here's the brand new book trailer for Crown of Vengeance! It was produced and edited by filmmaker Aaron Champion, and features the artwork/illustrations from the book that was done by Matthew Perry.
Be sure to pick up a copy of the new book, in either hardcover or trade paperback formats. You can get a personally signed copy when you order directly from the publisher here.
Spread the link for the new trailer around, or copy and paste the embed code from the YouTube page.
[January 9, 2010)
The first major review of Crown of Vengeance has been posted, over at Only The Best SciFi/Fantasy: Be sure to check it out! http://onlythebestscifi.blogspot.com/2010/01/review-crown-of-vengeance-by-stephen.html
[January 5, 2010)
More details shortly, but I will be directing a new film project, and my first in the fantasy genre. It will be an adaptation frm H. David Blalock's wonderful novel Ascendant, and will feature some really amazing stuff! Announcements on cast and principle crew will be forthcoming. Stay tuned to my blog for regular updates as well.
[November 16, 2009)
Softcover copies of Crown of Vengeance are now available for immediate shipment in the online store, signed or unsigned. We also have a sharp collector's edition package available as well. Check it out today!
[October 30, 2009)
Here is an image of the full package for the Limited Edition Hardcover. Deadline on getting one of these is Sunday, November 1st, over at www.firesineden.com (a trade paperback package with a package of collectibles is also available).
[October 14, 2009)
At last, it is here! The new cover is posted to the right!
I spent many years developing two very large fantasy series...one was the Rising Dawn Saga, launched last march with The Exodus Gate. Now, the Fires In Eden series is launched with Crown of Vengeance!
There is a new site up with a synopsis and full pre-ordering information, INCLUDING the special, limited edition hardcover that will only be available through pre-order, and which will only have a run of 100 copies.
The limited edition hardcover and pre-orders on the first edition trade paperback both feature a package of extras that include a set of collectible bookmarks, a set of art cards, a poster of the cover art and more.
go to www.firesineden.com to check out the various options on pre-orders, the limited edition, and the synopsis of the book. Keep your eyes out on the internet for special posts by fantasy bloggers featuring different illustrations from the novel (Matt Perry was back with me to do the cover art and illustrations)
[September 21, 2009)
Really can't wait to announce the new information on the forthcoming first book of the new medieval fantasy series. Looks like the limited edition version is going to be a hardcover edition. There will be a pre-order window opened up within about 2 weeks for both the limited edition package and the first edition trade paperback. Information will be posted here and at the Seventh Star Press site as soon as possible.
[September 3, 2009)
Announcements on the first book in my new medieval fantasy series and the order window for the limited edition version and package will be posted very, very shortly! Looks like the Limited Edition will be capped at 100 copies, so be ready when the order window opens up.
The next book in the Rising Dawn Saga tentatively will be released in April of 2010.
[August 18, 2009)
Shadows Light was a nominee/finalist for Best Feature at the 2009 Fright Night Film Fest. The fest was great and I highly recommend it!
Many thanks to Wiliam and Borders Downtown Indianapolis for a great experience this past friday.
[August 3, 2009)
Just got word that I have been invited to attend and participate in the 28th annual Kentucky Book Fair this November. I am very excited about this event, which is now listed in the appearances section of the site.
Also, the new podcast series I am doing for Indie Movie Masters just kicked off last friday. Be sure to follow the podcast and the accompanying blog at http://indiemoviemasters.blogspot.com
[July 20, 2009)
Interview file posted in Mp3 format from the July 15th interview on Introducing WRITERS! with host Kim Smith.
Check out the press page! This was a really good 30 minute interview covering both film and book areas.
[July 14, 2009)
Just added a new convention date for ConText, in Columbus Ohio from August 28-30.
Also, be sure to check out the first elements of what is going to be a big, growing Lexicon for the world of the Rising Dawn Saga (including The Exodus Gate). Mild spoilers, but a great resource for the series that will be added to extensively.
visit:
http://www.risingdawnsaga.com/lexicon_and_guide_to_the_rsd.html
[July 7, 2009)
New convention dates added for ConNooga in February of 2010. Be sure to stay tuned, as announcements are very close on the release of the first book in an exciting new medieval fantasy series...AS WELL AS the projected release for the sequel to The Exodus Gate!!!
There will be a limited edition version, in a full package of items, for this upcoming fall release.
I will be doing a radio interview shortly with Kim Smith, which is listed on my appearances page for July 15th. Be sure to tune in.
[June 15, 2009)
New interview up with Amber at Amberkatze's Book Blog. Contest too! Be sure to check it out.
http://amberkatze.blogspot.com/
[May 25, 2009)
Cool new promotion up and running over at the Seventh Star Press Site. Just buy The Exodus Gate in a bookstore and get a set of really sharp art cards from the book sent to you for free! Check it out:
"Buy The Exodus Gate in a Bookstore and get free collectible memorabilia from The Exodus Gate!
To encourage readers to buy The Exodus Gate in a bookstore, we are making a special offer.
Mail us a receipt of copy of your purchase receipt for The Exodus Gate from a bookstore, or email us a scanned image or clearly readable photo, and we will send you a free, full set of 7 full color, glossy art cards, depicting the cover art and 6 of the full page illustrations from the book that were done by artist Matthew Perry.
The back of these cards have information on the images and are numbered as a set. You will also receive a complimentary pair of bookmarks from The Exodus Gate to go with your set of art cards.
A full list of stores carrying The Exodus Gate can be found at:
http://www.seventhstarpress.com/documents/book_store_availability.html
Email scans or photos of receipts to: seventhstar@seventhstarpress.com
Or mail copies or purchase receipts to:
Seventh Star Press
Attn: Bookstore promotion
3801 Dylan Place Suite 116, #7
Lexington, KY. 40514-1062
Please be sure to include your full mailing address, and we will send you a package out right away! Thank you for supporting bookstores that support small press publishing!
For more information on the book, including samples, images, and more, visit:
http://www.seventhstarpress.com
This summer promotion will run through the end of August.
[May 23, 2009)
Quick congrats to Amber Gibson of Naperville, IL, and Bridget Hopper of Hebron, Ky. Amber won the contest held on Interview With Authors and Bridget won the contest at Something Wicked. Both of them won a signed copy of The Exodus Gate along with a poster, art cards, bookmarks, and an 8X10.
On another note, I wrote a guest blog on the Murder by 4 Blog, regarding the subject of Books to Film. It just got posted. Check it out at:
http://murderby4.blogspot.com/2009/05/books-to-film-is-there-formula.html
Stay tuned, as a couple more interviews are on the way shortly.
[May 14, 2009)
Another interview and giveaway contest has been posted, over on the Something Wicked Blog. This interview was conducted by author Shirley Damsgaard, who wrote the Ophelia and Abby mystery series (AVON). This is a good one, so please cbeck it out!
http://wickedauthors.blogspot.com/
[May 12, 2009)
A couple of new online articles, one an interview and one a guest posting. Both are sponsoring giveaways of the book, so be sure to visit, leave a comment, and be entered for the giveaway!
Interview with Authors:
http://interviewswithauthors.blogspot.com/2009/05/stephen-zimmer-giveaway.html
And Popin's Lair, guest posting:
http://proudbookworm.blogspot.com/2009/05/guest-post-stephen-zimmer-book-giveaway.html
[May 8, 2009)
Mellissa Holland of Columbus Ohio is the winner in the April banner contest for The Exodus Gate! Congratulations to Melissa, who will be receiving a signed book and full package of goodies related to The Exodus Gate!
[April 29, 2009)
Just got a sample section of the Exodus Gate posted for those that would like to try it out.
Here's a PDF file with part of Section I of The Exodus Gate. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader on your system to access the Exodus Gate sample.
Right-click and save file to your computer or just click on link to open up in a browser.
Exodus Gate Sample
If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader,
Click here to get a free download
[April 26, 2009]
Getting ready to go to DemiCon 20 this week. Can't wait to meet all kinds of authors, readers, and all the folks that attend an established Con like Demicon20 in Des Moines, IA. Going to be on some panels with authors such as Joe Haldeman, Shirley Damsgaard, and many others.
Also, new blog posts over at stephenzimmer.blogspot.com concerning the Indie Movie Masters screening and the Lexington Joseph-Beth Bookseller's signing.
Here's a couple of pics, one from each event.
and
[March 30, 2009]
Want to win a signed copy of The Exodus Gate? It's pretty easy, and we're running an April contest in conjunction with the full release of the book. Here's how to enter:
It is very easy. Takes just a couple of minutes.
1.Visit http://www.seventhstarpress.com/documents/help_promote_the_exodus_gate.html
and cut and paste one of the banners there into your MySpace page or website.
(or multiple places, for multiple entries, see below)
2. Drop us a note that you have posted it, and keep the web banner posted up there throughout the rest of April.
You must let us know that you have posted it by April 6th in order to be registered for the contest (and you must keep the banners posted through the rest of April)
You can message me on MySpace or email, or drop a note to Seventh Star Press’s Myspace page at myspace.com/seventhstarpress (which you should add if you haven’t already!).
We will send you a note back to confirm your entry.
3. At the end of April, we will have a drawing. Winner will receive a signed copy of The Exodus Gate as well as a set of art cards, and 8X10 of the cover art, a poster, and a couple of bookmarks.
We will have two runner-ups who will receive a set of art cards, poster, 8X10, and bookmarks.
Packages will be sent out the first week of May.
You get an entry for each site that you place the banner. I.E. if you place it on your MySpace page, your website, and maybe your band’s website (if you have one!) you get 3 entries into the drawing.
[March 24, 2009]
I'm back from MidSouthCon 27 in Memphis. Had a great experience. First class event, first class staff and guests. Simply wonderful and I recommend this convention to anyone. Worth driving a long way to attend as well!
Two new reviews have gone up on The Exodus Gate. Both went fairly well, I am happy to say. Here they are:
http://yellow30scifithereview.blogspot.com/2009/03/exodus-gate.html
and here's the one from Best Fantasy Books (all the way from New Zealand!):
http://www.bestfantasybooks.com/blog/2009/03/the-exodus-gate-book-review/
[March 8, 2009]
The appearances page has been updated with the latest appearance schedule. I will be attending MidSouth Con in Memphis on March 20-22, and we have also added new Con dates for DemiCon in Des Moines Iowa on May 1-3, and Hypericon in Nashville June 5-7.
I have two important local appearances added as well. April 9th screening for Indie Movie Masters at the historic Kentucky Theater at 7:30 pm. A week later we have a book release party and signing for The Exodus Gate at Joseph Beth Booksellers from 7-9 pm.
It is getting busy, but that's the way I like it! Stay tuned for all kinds of new information on The Exodus Gate as its release unfolds this month in several markets.
[February 20, 2009]
Be sure to check out the new online store. Just the basics available right now (The Exodus Gate, Shadows Light, and IMM Festival of Horrors Vol 1.), but more will be added. Click here to check it out and pick up a DVD or book while you are at it!
Be sure to visit out "Help Promote" section for banners on all of the projects, movies and book related. Easy code for you to cut and paste to help spread the word!
[February 15, 2009]
I've got a new page up with web banners for the two movies and the book. Help me raise awareness on these projects by using the provided code to place in your websites, MySpace pages, and elsewhere. Click here to go directly to the banners page.
[January 29, 2009]
Cover art revealed on The Exodus Gate! Shown at right is the cover for my debut novel The Exodus Gate. Shown below it is one of the final illustrations that will be seen in the book, one of 15 full page illustrations that were done by Matthew Perry.
In film-related news, the new Indie Movie Masters site is up and running, launching a new series that will showcase indie films and filmmakers. My short film The Sirens is on Volume One of the Festival of Horrors series.
[January 12, 2009]
The pre-order window on the limited edition version of my debut novel, The Exodus Gate, has closed, but be sure to visit the Seventh Star Press site for information on the mainstream edition and its availability in North America and Europe, including print and e-book editions.
Also, stay tuned for the debut of the Indie Movie Masters site with my short film The Sirens on the first volume of a new horror series. We are kicking off 2009 full steam ahead!
[January 2, 2009]
Just a reminder, but if you want to get a signed, limited edition version of The Exodus Gate, the deadline for preorder is Saturday, January 10, 2009.
You can order on the Films and Books link of this site or go to http://www.seventhstarpress.com
[December 7 2008]
The Exodus Gate Limited Edition packages now available for pre-order! You can order through the Films and Books link on this site, or visit http://www.seventhstarpress.com
[December 5 2008]
Welcome to my new official site! You can always link to my blog from here, and I will be sure to post announcements and other information here regarding ongoing projects in both film and literary areas.
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