President's Day Weekend

Good Morning All,

I am planning out my 3-Day weekend with the intent of being productive.  These long weekends make me lazy and I find myself looking at Tuesday wondering where the time went. 
I am thinking about checking out my Border's Bookstore which is slated to close. :-( 
( I know here we go again... )
I saw in the news that they are allowed to liquidate starting tomorrow.  So, I am really thinking of going in and seeing how good a "liquidation" sale this is. 

On the other hand,
I really don't want to support them if they are unable to pay the Publishers and in turn pay the authors their royalties. 

Hmm...

What would you do?

M.Rene

Borders Again?

Sorry,  I'm still hanging on to this story. 
I quite don't understand this comment from one of the Border's executives;
"Borders aims to stay viable by enhancing its customer rewards program, strengthening its e-book business and expanding more into non-book products." 
I get the e-book business, the publishing world is in the midst of an e-revolution, but, "non-book" products.  Well that's it, I am running to the nearest Borders Non-Book Store to pick up some "non-book" products.

Need I say more?
M.Rene

Borders Books Files Bankruptcy

Yes, Borders has filed for bankruptcy. 

I have seen this coming for months and also their inability to compete with Barnes and Noble for a few years.  I remember Borders being the first "big" bookstore I visited.  I absolutely loved the setting, big comfy couches and chairs, wow, people were actually sitting, reading and enjoying.  The last time I was in Borders it seemed like the coffee shop, toys, stuff was getting equal billing with the books.  Sad... 

Before I continue, I want to send my heartfelt sadness to the employees who are losing their jobs. 

Here is a list of the stores that are closing; Borders Closure List. 

On a negative note their bankruptcy means that they will not only be closing stores but they have a long list of publishers that will not be paid. This means that the authors may not receive their royalties from books already purchased or purchased in the future.

Interesting....

M.Rene

Post Valentine's Day

How did your day turn out?  I hope you treated yourself special and shared the love with someone else.

I had a great day and I am so thankful for those who bring joy into my life.

Today will be a busy day.  I will be adding an extra measure of exercise today for the sweet overdose I engaged in yesterday. 
I will update my blog pages, tighten up the description for "The Queen's Blood Vendetta" and wrestle with the graphics for the companion graphic novel.  I will post some pics and you can tell me what you think.

Enjoy your day,
M.Rene

Happy Valentine's Day!!

Today is Valentine's Day.  What are your plans?  A fabulous meal with your sweetheart, wonderful gifts, enjoying a nice glass of wine or will you treat yourself to something absolutely decadent?

In my house it started last night with a great meal cooked by my husband.  Classic steak, fresh tossed salad and a baked potato. Absolutely delightful!!

I woke up this morning to a bag full of goodies, coffee made etc; what a way to start a day. 

One of the things I know I will do for sure is to watch "Pride and Prejudice", it is one of my favorite classic romance movies.  Love it!!

Do something special for yourself and someone else today!

Also, Happy Statehood Day Arizona!

Have fun,

M.Rene