Tag Archives: Books

Paperback Writer–When Will Your Next Book Be Finished?

Posted on April 12, 2011 by gregmessel

Now that I have let it be known that I’m working on my third novel, two questions are often asked: • When Will Your New Book Be Done? • What Is It About? I have now completed the manuscript for … Continue reading →

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Another Sneak Peek at “The Illusion of Certainty”–my third novel

Posted on March 30, 2011 by gregmessel

I’m excited to announce that I’m very close to publishing my third novel “The Illusion of Certainty.” The story is the parrallel stories of two people who are forced to cope with the uncertainty of life. Below is a sneak … Continue reading →

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What’s Your Book About?

Posted on March 9, 2011 by gregmessel

That IS the question. It is a question that as an author you usually needs to answer in less than 30 seconds. I’ve included a photo of a potential reader asking me that very question at the Los Angeles Festival … Continue reading →

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“Expiation” Featured In New York Review of Books

Posted on March 9, 2011 by gregmessel

This ad will be appearing throughout the spring and summer in the New York Review of Books. “Expiation” is one of the books featured in the Indie Book advertisements. This will reach hundreds of thousands of people. The New York … Continue reading →

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Interview With Book Blog Discusses “Expiation” & Writing

Posted on February 15, 2011 by gregmessel

For today’s guest blog, I’d like to introduce you to author Greg Messel. I’d like to begin by having you share a little information about yourself with our readers. I know you’re a stone’s throw away from me, just north … Continue reading →

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New Sneak Peek at My Upcoming Novel “Illusion of Certainty”

Posted on February 9, 2011 by gregmessel

I’m continuing to make progress on my new book “Illusion of Certainty.” It will be my third novel and I’m excited to continue the process. The plot involves two parallel storylines—one involves Marc Grant, a successful businessman who is troubled … Continue reading →

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Sneak Peek at new novel “Illusion Of Certainty”

Posted on January 18, 2011 by gregmessel

Most of us try to carefully monitor and control the events of our life. It has never seemed easier. Or so we think. We have so many electronic tools to coordinate our schedules, instantly stay in touch, book restaurant reservations, … Continue reading →

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Finding Love Amidst January Rains

Posted on January 14, 2011 by gregmessel

January generally has little to recommend it. It is a time when everyone feels like they have eaten too much and spent too much after the holidays. There is not much to look forward to in January. It also has … Continue reading →

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Writing A New Book — The Process

Posted on December 20, 2010 by gregmessel

I enjoy the writing of a new book much more than the marketing and all of the things that go with it. The process of writing is the good part. There is something wondorous about when other people read your … Continue reading →

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Free Excerpt From “Expiation”: A Christmas Story

Posted on December 12, 2010 by gregmessel

In my novel “Expiation” Katie has had a series of lonely holidays. Now at Christmas she is reunited with her long lost love Dan. Here is an excerpt from “Expiation.” I sat in one of her large overstuffed chairs facing … Continue reading →

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