Thursday, 26 September 2013

Stop Press!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/392092920/poison-pen-letters-to-myself-bring-the-words-to-li?ref=city

Please show your support to my fellow writer and artist friend Romany Rivers

She is  using Kick Starter to help get her book published...

 This book chronicles a very personal journey through the years overcoming severe bouts of depression and consequently creating a more holistic and spiritual lifestyle. The chapters Red Letters, Return to Sender and Addressee Unknown reveal periods of depression and anxiety; anger and healing; and acceptance and spiritual growth. The words in these pages were not written for mass consumption. They were not artfully crafted for reading aloud in dim rooms to a soundtrack of clicking fingers and Parisian style applause. They were not intended as political statements or a way of reaching other wayward wandering souls. Over the last two decades they were poured, purged, scribbled and spat onto scraps of paper, napkins, backs of hands, into empty pages and blank spaces of other books. At times of sorrow, frustration, confusion, acceptance and joy these words made sense of the minds muddled meanderings. Within these pages you will find heart breaking, heart healing honesty that crosses the divide and touches the souls of others. Now is the time to share this honesty. Now is the time to open pages and breathe new life into whispered words. I gave this project my heart, but it is you, dear reader, you are the one who can give this project life. 


Current Development:
Poison Pen Letters to Myself is a completed manuscript, undergoing final proof reading, editing and design. There has already been a contract offered on the book, and the manuscript is already close to publication. This Kickstarter campaign will raise the required author subsidy to finalise the cost and production of design and editing.

Some of the things said in reviews:

"This is a guide of immense power and love.."

"...a worthy book of poetry..."

"... there is honesty, catharsis and ultimately beauty on almost every page." 

"I love poetry, and the poetry here is beautiful."

"It has good form, imagery and subject matter."

"... a consuming and compelling collection of raw expression."

"I'm not the greatest fan of poetry so it has to be really good to appeal, and this is really good."

"... it reads like a novelised, journalised roadmap of the human experience."

Your part of the project:
On the right you will find a list of pledges and incentives, which is how Kickstarter allows you and I to work together and publish my dream. Think of it as a way to pre-order a signed copy of the book, or receive a funky handmade gift of gratitude. If I reach the goal, the full 100%, before the deadline, I can provide the author subsidy for design and I can publish the book. If I fail to meet the financial goal then I get nothing at all, the publishing contract will be withdrawn and the book will not make it to print. Your pledge will be refunded, your card will not be charged. So your part in this project is integral, not only by pledging to be a part of the publishing dream but also by sharing this campaign through social networking and raising awareness all over the world. 




Hello World ... Exciting updates coming soon!

So much has been going on here at Small Songs HQ... Following the successful launch of "Circles of Sacred Laughter" I have been hard at work to get "Little Lizzy Witch" published but we have had some trouble finding a compatible illustrator and so it looks like "Lizzy" won't be out I time for Yule but I am confident that you will be able to read the first of her adventures before next summer. 

Whilst I continue my search for a talented illustrator I have also been keeping myself busy by reading, reading, reading! The reason for all this reading is that I am now reviewing books for other people and you will soon see the first of those book reviews very soon.

Those of you who want more regular updates from me might also like to "like" my Facebook page ( http://www.facebook.com/Arietta.smallsongs ) where I have been posting snippets of my poetry and art work and running regular giveaways!

Until next time...

Bright Blessings

Arietta x
 

Thursday, 11 April 2013

Circles of Sacred Laughter - Goodreads Give-Away

Goodreads Book Giveaway

Circles of Sacred Laughter by Arietta Bryant

Circles of Sacred Laughter

by Arietta Bryant

Giveaway ends May 01, 2013.

See the giveaway details at Goodreads.

Enter to win

New book of rituals now available!

Circles of Sacred Laughter...

Based upon open rituals originally performed by The Children of the Sacred Laughter between 2002 and 2012; this book serves to both commemorate the dedication, friendship and knowledge shared by the members; and also to aid and inspire anyone else who has a desire to mark the turning of the Wheel of the Year by gathering together with friends in celebration of the Sabbats.
Containing full open circle scripts for 8 seasonal festivals, Plus additional information about open circles and group rituals
The rituals contained within this book can be easily adapted for greater or fewer participants but the aim for us was always to give every person something to do during each rite so that they become more than mere spectators. Whether you are a novice or experienced Pagan you will hopefully find something for you within these pages.

Get it now! - Buy from Lulu.com


Amazon will be stocking copies within the next 2 months ( I will let you know the exact date as soon as I have it)

Thursday, 22 March 2012

And the winner is...

Congratulations go to...

Paul & Rachel

They are the 2 winners of my Ostara book giveaway

Your signed copies of  Ramblings & Rhymes will be winging their way to you shortly.


If you didn't win you can still get a paperback or digital copy from Amazon

Friday, 24 February 2012

Goodreads Giveaway...

Goodreads Book Giveaway

Ramblings & Rhymes by Arietta Bryant

Ramblings & Rhymes

by Arietta Bryant

Giveaway ends March 22, 2012.

See the giveaway details at Goodreads.

Enter to win

Tuesday, 7 February 2012

Ramblings & Rhymes Update

Hi all,

More exciting news for me to share with you all today...

As of this morning "Ramblings & Rhymes" is available on Kindle!

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ramblings-Rhymes-ebook/dp/B0076BTK2K/ref=sr_1_57?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1328652703&sr=1-57

Only £1.95!

 And of course you can still get the paperback too... http://www.amazon.co.uk/Ramblings-Rhymes...

Keep Reading Folks!

Bright Blessings

Arietta x