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Alycea Snyder is a board member of the Tampa Writers Alliance and a fellow author. I watched her presentation on writing last night. Here are a few things to consider. First of all, Alycea is an avid reader. She’s very smart. When it comes to the writing process a lot of you are struggling with,Continue reading “Great, Great, GREAT Writing Tips (That I Stole From Alycea K. Snyder)”

We have addressed hundreds of writing related topics here on the blog; use the search button to find the ones you need. Dear Dan, Pleasure for the beta reading. I’ll get the review done asap. As for the box set, I’ve already pre-ordered it. You are amazing with your marketing! I’m so impressed and it’s so important for sellingContinue reading “Marketing Tips For AWESOME Marketing Success”

Beta Reader praise for Rogue Elements. Wanna go rogue? Contact me HERE and get a FREE copy for a limited time. A masterful thriller! A riveting thriller by Dan Alatorre, the fast-paced plot is loaded with suspense, intrigue and chilling implications for the future of genetic research. I cannot wait for the next book in thisContinue reading “Go Rogue – Rogue Elements, The Gamma Sequence book 2”

We have addressed hundreds of writing related topics here on the blog; use the search button to find the ones you need. your humble host The phrase I see myself writing most often to new writers is, “You need to work on adding emotion and showing more, telling less.” Add emotion. Show, don’t tell. Well,Continue reading “SHOW Versus TELL in Storytelling”

Actual reader email: Hi Dan, Consider yourself responsible for my current insomnia episode. I started reading your book yesterday evening…  Well, I’m over half of it and I just can’t put it down. It’s a Blast. Even better than the first one. You’re definitely “my man” mate.   Yep. Preorder your copy of Rogue ElementsContinue reading “CAUTION: Reader Says Rogue Elements Causes Insomnia!”

Special Offer, just in time for Halloween! I know most of you aren’t into horror stories, but for those of you who are, I have a book for you! My latest horror anthology Nightmareland is available FREE to my Readers Club members for a limited if you contact me and ask for it. That’s it! I’llContinue reading “2019 Horror Anthology: Nightmareland FREE for a limited time”

A beta reader replies… (spoilers ahead) “Grabbed me right away and soon after got an actual “WOL” (WOW’D-Out-Loud)… seriously, I only stopped reading to feed the dogs and heat up a bowl of soup for myself. You’ve outdone yourself and I’m joyfully exhausted from all the action. Normally I prefer longer books but this oneContinue reading “Loving Rogue Elements”

Readers are LOVING The Gamma Sequence, and the sequel Rogue Elements is now available for beta readers! Check out these recent reviews: Medical Thriller Plus! October 17, 2019 I thought this would be a run of the mill medical story..well,it was riveting! I could picture this story like an action movie! Couldn’t put it downContinue reading “Got Gamma?”

Here’s an interesting note. In the movie Live And Let Die, there is a boat chase scene. It’s maybe one of my favorite action sequences from any James Bond movie. (Live and Let Die has an awesome theme song, too – Paul McCartney at his best.) At 1:27:21, Bond gets into the boat to getContinue reading “Live And Let Die”