General and Concise Thoughts, Comments, and Updates from the Author.
I was interviewed recently about the art and craft of writing in general and writing in the historical fiction genre in particular. As a journalist for some thirty years, I interviewed thousands of people all over the world. Now that I am on the other side of the table, I … Read more…
[One of the great things about being a foreign correspondent is the opportunity one has of staying in classic hotels around the world. During my career, I stayed in my share of them–some more classic than others. In some cases, I lived in a hotel for months at a time … Read more…
Tomorrow is Veterans Day. Given that only 1 percent of the people of this nation ever put on a uniform, I am not sure Americans have any idea just why Veterans Day is a holiday. Yes, it means schools and most government offices are closed. But it means a lot … Read more…
To my followers & all the ships at sea. Join me as I host a new show about books, writing, and authors today, Oct. 19, at 9 a.m. Pacific Time. Tune in to BlogTalkRadio for the Rave Wave show “SPOTLIGHT” HONORS” produced by Rave Reviews Book Club. Here’s the link: … Read more…
I want to thank all of you who are subscribers to my blog, ForeignCorrespondent. I sincerely appreciate your willingness to accompany me on my nomadic excursions of punditry, self-reflection, and occasional brainstorms. Like all who blog, I am endeavoring to increase my subscriber base. Therefore, I am asking each of … Read more…
For those who may have missed the live blog-cast, here is a link to my interview on Rave Review Book Club’s “Buy the Book” talk radio show Saturday (August 18). I hope you enjoy it. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ravereviewsbookclub/2017/08/19/rrbc-rave-waves-blogtalkradio-buy-the-book-with-ron-yates
During the past couple of months, I have received frequent inquiries from readers who ask when Book #3 (Working Title: “The Lost Years of Billy Battles”) will be available. First, let me thank those faithful fans of the Finding Billy Battles Trilogy for their interest and encouragement. Your support means … Read more…
Please join me today at Barnes & Noble in Temecula where I will be signing the first two books of my award-winning Finding Billy Battles trilogy from noon to 4 p.m. I invite all who enjoy reading to drop by to say hello or simply browse the amazing selection of books … Read more…
I am honored to report that Finding Billy Battles, book one in the Finding Billy Battles trilogy, was just added to the “short list” for the Laramie Book Awards #CAC17, #SeriousAuthors, #LaramieShortlister @ChantiReviews. The Short Listed Semi-Finalists are now in the final rounds of judging for the Five First in Category Positions. The Semi-Finalists … Read more…
Just a quick note to my followers. If you have a few minutes, check out this link to ManyBooks.net where I am featured as “Author of the Day.” I hope you enjoy it. And by the way, the e-book version of The Improbable Journeys of Billy Battles is priced at … Read more…