Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Welcome to the New Author site!
Monday, September 19, 2016
The Life of a Self-Published Author Ep 3: A Pokemon Adventure
My Pokemon Adventure
Sorry for being a week late but I had to do some editing to this episode. Hope you enjoy it and comment you thoughts here or on YouTube. Stay up to date with my video blog by subscribing!
Thanks for watching and see you next week.
Monday, September 5, 2016
The Life of a Self-Published Author Video Blog Episode 2 The Maze Game
Video Blog Episode 2- The Maze Game
This is the second video for my video blog. Where I show you my second game made with unity. I also have a few guest in the background. Please like and subscribe to my channel and share.
Stay tuned for more Videos!
Enjoy!
Tuesday, August 30, 2016
The Life of a Self-Published Author Video Blog Ep 1
The Life of a Self-Published Author video blog ep 1
Check out my first video blog. Make sure you subscribe and hit the like button to get more great videos.
Please, comment you thoughts and what you would like to see next. I do plan to do a video of the second game that is a work in process.
Thank you for all of the support!
Kaitlyn
P.s. I hope to do this once a week unsure on what day.
Monday, August 29, 2016
I Want Your Thoughts about a Video Blog!
Should I Start a Video Blog?
Ok, it has been a few months since my last post sorry guys. I have been busy with work and hanging with friends and Pokemon Go that I have not had time to post. I have been watching a video blog of a guy who lives in the UK, and it made me think. Would it be easier if I just did a video blog and uploaded to youtube? It would be cheaper for sure. I would not have to worry too much about hosting and stuff. And I could video my Pokemon hunts and some exciting new with my book and things like that. So I want everyone to comment either on my blog or facebook, twitter, google plus. Where ever and let me know your thoughts if I stop blogging and try a video blog. Or just try a few video blog and see how we can go from there.
Let me know in the comments bellow,
Kaitlyn
Tuesday, July 5, 2016
Blasting News: New Articles
Blasting News
I have now published a total of seven articles on blasting news many are Chicago Cubs related but, one is a movie review on Finding Dory. I hope to continue to write many more articles and want your thoughts on what I should write about, more Movie Reviews? Or something different? Let me know in the comments. I plan to write many more Chicago Cubs articles including during the playoffs. So I want to hear from all of you! I want everyone to comment on what they would like to see me write on Blasting News.
Please Share with friends and family!
Click this link to check out my profile page on blasting news!
Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Check Me Out on Blasting News New Articles!
Blasting News: New Articles
I have published two new articles on Blasting News and plan on about eight more by Monday, July Fourth. I plan to have many of these articles to be about the Cubs, on on the Kane County Cougars and my first movie review. Please check these articles out and share with family and friends. I have added a link on the main menu that will direct you to my Blasting New page where you can find my published articles. Click here to check out my latest articles!
Share, Like and Follow!
Happy Reading!
Kaitlyn
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: A Trip to the Zoo
A Trip to the Zoo
On Friday, June 17th My family and I went to the zoo. I even took Cubbie Bear and his friend Krizzo.
Cubbie Bear, Krizzo and I on our way to the zoo!
Cubbie Bear feeding the Parakeets at the zoo
Cubbie Bear was riding a wallaby statue!
Cubbie Bear and his friend Krizzo hanging with the butterflies in the butterfly house
Cubbie Bear watching the Dolphin swim by.
Cubbie Bear and Krizzo watching a Dolphin swim by.
We also so saw an alligator and other swamp animals also otters!
Sadly my phone was dead so I do not have any of those pictures. :(
But, there are many more animals for Cubbie Bear and Krizzo to meet so Until the next trip!
Please comment, like, share, and subscribe!
Happy reading
Kaitlyn
Monday, June 27, 2016
Monday Activity Rip the Page
Monday Activity Rip the Page
The Home Run
"Rub...Rub"
As the batter slides his feet
to home plate
"Ban...Ban"
As the bat
taps on the
plate
"Whoosh...Whoosh"
as the batter
swung the bat
"Whoosh"
The ball flew
out of the pitcher's
hand
"Crack"
The bat made
contact with
the bat
"Aww"
The crowd
reacted wide-eyed
"YA!"
the crowd
screamed
as the ball
flew out of
the park
The third poem from the book Rip the Page Adventures in Creative Writing. Hope you enjoyed it. Come back next week for a short story.
Do not forget to share with your friends and family!
Happy Reading!
Kaitlyn
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
My First Article on Blasting News!
My First Article on Blasting News!
Hello, Everyone!
I wrote yesterday about the new website that I found to post articles Blasting News and I am happy to announce that I have published my first baseball article! I would like to request that everyone check it out and share because I only get paid by the number of visitors I get to the article so the more views the more money and the happier I will be! :) So please check out the link bellow and share with friends and family!
Click here to find my article!
Until next time!
Kaitlyn
Tuesday, June 21, 2016
Find Me on Blasting News!
A New Home with Blasting News!
Exciting news! I am now a sports reporter for Blasting News!
Blasting News is a Social Media place where ANYONE can become a report on any topic from politics to sports and tv shows. I am going to write articles on the Chicago Cubs. My first article will be on tonight's game against the St. Louis Cardinals. So check out my profile and follow me to stay up to date to when I publish articles.
Click here to find me on Blasting News!
Hope this is worth it!
Kaitlyn
P.S. I will still be blogging I am not going away!
Monday, June 20, 2016
Monday Activity Rip the Page
Monday Activity Rip the Page - Thoughts
The Tree said.
"I may be small
to begin with but,
as I mature I
grow tall and
Strong"
The Flame said,
"I may be
burning heat
and hurt
when you
touch me
but, I bring
light for
those to
see."
The Cubbie Bear said,
"I have been loved
for
Almost nineteen years.
Through those years,
I have been on many adventures
from
the beach, to school and trips back where
and trips back where
trips back where
it all begun."
Here is the second poem from the Rip the Page Adventure of Creative Writing book. Hope you enjoy it and stay tuned for more poems and short stories. Do not forget to share with friends and family!
Happy reading!
Kaitlyn
Sunday, June 19, 2016
To All Happy Father's Day!
Happy Father's Day!
Hello, everyone! I wanted to do a special father's day post for all those Dads out there!
Hope you are enjoying your day with your beloved children. Also to the grandpas too!
I'll keep you posted on what we have planned for my dad. :)
Have Fun today!
Kaitlyn
P.S. Stop reading and enjoy your day with your Dad!
Thursday, June 16, 2016
A New Fiverr Service!
My Fiverr Service- Personal Poem
Hello everyone I just want to announce that I have created a new Fiverr service just in time for Father's Day! You can now purchase poems from me personalized for you Dad, Mom, Sister, Brother, Uncle, Aunt, Grandparents and more. Starting at just $5. You will get a 25-word poem one verse, four lines. For $10 a 50-word poem 2 verses eight lines. Finally a 75-word poem for $15 three verses twelve lines. Extras include fast delivery. Each package comes with one revision at no extra cost. If you want something special for Father's Day or birthday check out my service. I will not disappoint. Click the image above to find out more!
Please Share with friends and Family!
Happy Father's Day!
Kaitlyn
Monday, June 13, 2016
Monday Rip the Page fun poem
Monday Rip the Page fun poem
Starting this week and hopefully continuing through the summer. I will have a post from an writing exercise book I picked up with different activities from poems to short stories to word list. Today is going to be the first of many. Today's exercise is a poem that I wrote.
My Life is...
snuggle of winter
tangle juggle of Friday
sneaky sleuth of the future
soft bunny of fluffy purple
time machine of my heart
cybermen of my imagination
Dalik of stress-free
Magic Wizard of excitement
Dark Passage of bunny squeaking
scroll of Pizza
Kaitlyn Franzone
Hope you enjoyed the poem!
Happy reading!
P.S. The book is called Rip the Page: Adventures in creative writing by Karen Benke
Sunday, June 12, 2016
Find Me on Path!
Monday, May 30, 2016
Rest in Peace: Milky Franzone
Rest in Peace Milky
[caption id="attachment_713" align="aligncenter" width="169"] Milky, enjoying life![/caption]
At around 8:15 pm last night my sister's beloved bunny Milky passed away. She was not doing to well Tuesday when we found that she had trouble hopping. We took her to the vet the next morning and found out she had measles. So she stayed overnight and most of the day Thursday. When we picked her up that evening and told us to give her pain medicine twice a day.
Though we are all sad about the loss, we also remember the long nine years she had with us. Though the first month that we had her was scary, she lived passed it and for nine long years. My little sis learned that she wanted to work with animals and since Milky seemed to need medicine. Milky was my sister's first patient and she worked really hard to give Milky a great long life.
From Aunt Kaitlyn
To: Milky Franzone
I hope you are happy and enjoy being with Shadow again as you hop in a giant patch of grass.
You will be very well missed.
Rest in Peace
Sunday, May 15, 2016
A Big Thanks and Breaking News
Breaking News
I have a few announcements I would like to make today as well. First, I have decided to start reviewing movies and maybe some books. I will post them right here. I will try to do it once a month. I hope to see many new movies that are in theaters but, also review some on DVD. Your suggestions are welcome. Please keep the film rating at PG-13 or lower when suggesting.
The next announcement is that I am just about done with school which means I hope to have more time to post at leat once or every other week. I hope maybe to have an episode or two of my podcast. Though I will be working so time will be tight, but I plan to make room for it. With that said, please comment your suggestions for movies, books, and questions or topic you would like me to talk about on my podcast. Don't forget to share this post with family and friends!
Enjoy the weather!
Happy reading!
Sunday, May 1, 2016
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear site
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear Site
Hello, everyone!
Hope everyone is doing well.
Today I want to share with you something pretty exciting!
I have created The Adventure of Cubbie Bear site!
I am still working on adding some cool stuff, but it is up!
This site is just meant to allow visitors to learn more about the book and to interact with the characters!
Did I say interact? I sure did!
I am working on a game base off the first book for visitors to be able to play.
It is a working process so maybe a little bit but, I hope many visitors enjoy the game.
So, check out the new home for The Adventure of Cubbie Bear series!
Enjoy!
Kaitlyn
Monday, April 11, 2016
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home Now Available!
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home is Now Available to purchase!
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Click Here to get your Kindle Copy TODAY!
OR
Click Here for the Paperback version Here!
Those of you who entered the giveaway the winner will be personally contacted before this post. So check your email! And Thank you, everyone,, who entered my first giveaway. Hope everyone is excited for opening day! Chicago Cubs host the Reds starting tonight 6:30 central time. Make sure you tune in.
Here is to the new season and hopefully a great children's book!
Kaitlyn
Sunday, April 10, 2016
Time is running out! 12 hours left!
Time is running out!
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Only 12 hours to enter the giveaway!
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Enter to be one of five to receive a free ebook copy of my newest children's book!
Time is running out!
Description:
The lonesome Cubbie Bear is a rather hapless resident of a shop at Wrigley Field where he lives with his friends and co-inhabitants. Day after day, his friends all leave with their new-found families, but he remains all alone in the shop. High atop his usual shelf he sits, wondering if he will ever find a family that will take him in and care for him like the rest of his friends.
His life changes amazingly one fateful day when a couple visits the shop with their little girl. It’s love at first sight for the little girl and a dream come true for the little Cubbie Bear. Finally, a friend for the little girl and a home for the Cubbie Bear!
In this intriguing short story, follow along with Cubbie Bear as his adventures begin with his newfound owner and her family. Discover how Cubbie Bear goes from shelf display to beloved playmate, and how a little girl finds a cute and trusted companion in her teddy bear.
A tale of anticipation, love, bond and adventure, discover the magic of friendship and companionship in this beautifully crafted children’s story by Kaitlyn Franzone, and follow Cubbie Bear along on many more adventures to come!
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Enter the Giveaway today!
Time is running out!
Saturday, April 9, 2016
The Clock is ticking Enter to Day!
The Clock is Ticking!
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Only one more day to enter the giveaway!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Enter to be one of five to receive a free ebook copy of my newest children's book!
The Clock is Ticking
Description:
The lonesome Cubbie Bear is a rather hapless resident of a shop at Wrigley Field where he lives with his friends and co-inhabitants. Day after day, his friends all leave with their new-found families, but he remains all alone in the shop. High atop his usual shelf he sits, wondering if he will ever find a family that will take him in and care for him like the rest of his friends.
His life changes amazingly one fateful day when a couple visits the shop with their little girl. It’s love at first sight for the little girl and a dream come true for the little Cubbie Bear. Finally, a friend for the little girl and a home for the Cubbie Bear!
In this intriguing short story, follow along with Cubbie Bear as his adventures begin with his newfound owner and her family. Discover how Cubbie Bear goes from shelf display to beloved playmate, and how a little girl finds a cute and trusted companion in her teddy bear.
A tale of anticipation, love, bond and adventure, discover the magic of friendship and companionship in this beautifully crafted children’s story by Kaitlyn Franzone, and follow Cubbie Bear along on many more adventures to come!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Enter the Giveaway today!
The Clock is Ticking!
Monday, April 4, 2016
Weekly Poetry-How to know if you're in love
the feeling of love- weekly poetry
Weekly Poetry-How to know if you're in love
Love
The feeling of joy
happiness and togeather
not being alone
A sense of not being alone
and cared for
The sense in finding the one
your true love
love
Though I have not done this in weeks this week's prompt is love. Share a link to your poem in the comments bellow.
Happy Writing!
P.S, Check out the other prompts bellow.
Saturday, April 2, 2016
New Blog Update!
New Blog Update
Hi, everyone! Hope your Saturday went well. It was a busy day at work. So I just want to let you know that I have changed the theme and added a few things on my blog. I believe this theme is going to be a keeper for a while. Please check the new layout! And leave a comment on the welcome page or this post on your thoughts on the new update. Do not forget to check out the giveaway! Only 8 days left!
Only 8 days left!
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home Giveaway
Also do not forget you can now get paperback copies on lulu.com!
Please share with friends and family!
[caption id="attachment_632" align="aligncenter" width="187"] Kaitlyn[/caption]
Friday, April 1, 2016
Who is Excited!
Cubbie Bear is excited! How about you? I have gotten my first copy of the paperback copy of The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home! The book is available on lulu.com. I will have a link below! For only $14.25 (not including shipping and handling) You can have your very own copy too! How excited are you?
Order today!
OR
Enter for a FREE e-book version!
Giveaway ends April 10th! Only 9 more days!
OR
Pre-order the kindle version for only $4.99!
Please share the news!
Kaitlyn
Tuesday, March 29, 2016
12 Days Left!
The lonesome Cubbie Bear is a rather hapless resident of a shop at Wrigley’s Field where he lives with his friends and co-inhabitants. Day after day, his friends all leave with their new-found families, but he remains all alone in the shop. High atop his usual shelf he sits, wondering if he will ever find a family that will take him in and care for him like the rest of his friends.
His life changes amazingly one fateful day when a couple visits the shop with their little girl. It’s love at first sight for the little girl and a dream come true for the little Cubbie Bear. Finally, a friend for the little girl and a home for the Cubbie Bear!
In this intriguing short story, follow along with Cubbie Bear as his adventures begin with his newfound owner and her family. Discover how Cubbie Bear goes from shelf display to beloved playmate, and how a little girl finds a cute and trusted companion in her teddy bear.
A tale of anticipation, love, bond and adventure, discover the magic of friendship and companionship in this beautifully crafted children’s story by Kaitlyn Franzone, and follow Cubbie Bear along on many more adventures to come!
Hope to see you on the other side of the giveaway!
Pre-order today on kindle!
or
Purchase the paper copy on Lulu.com!
Enjoy!
Kaitlyn
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
Giveaway One Day Gone!
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home Giveaway
[caption id="attachment_632" align="aligncenter" width="187"] The ebook of The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home[/caption]
Enter to win only 19 days left!
Share with friends and family too!
Good Luck!
Monday, March 21, 2016
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear Giveaway!
Check out my giveaway for my first children's book The Adventure of Cubbie Bear. There are many ways to enter and the more options you do; you help me spread the word of my book. There will be up to five winners who will receive a free ebook copy in any form (Kindle, iBook, Nook, Kobo or PDF) of The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home. The Giveaway is from March 21 8 o'clock am through April 10th 11:59 pm central time. Winners will be announced on April 11th. Enter through the link above.
Good Luck!
[caption id="attachment_632" align="aligncenter" width="187"] The ebook of The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home[/caption]
Tuesday, March 15, 2016
Available to Pre-order
Check out the video!
https://youtu.be/cSbBUIHWQUg
Spread the Word!!! Share, Like and Comment
Kaitlyn
P.S. I am working on a paperback copy and maybe audiobook.
Monday, March 14, 2016
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home Available April 11th 2016
The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home Available on Kindle April 11th, 2016. Stay tuned for a sneak peek of the cover!
Share, like and comment! Tell the world!
Thanks
Kaitlyn
P.S. For more information about the book watch the video above or check out my post "New Children's Book Coming Soon" on the right!
Sunday, March 6, 2016
Short Story 101- Prompt 1
Use this started to write your story. Make sure your word count is between 250-1,000 words not including this prompt. Also do not forget to link up by clicking on the blue frog or comment your link bellow! Do not forget to tag your post with short story 101 so people can read your story through the reader.
Let the writing begin!
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
New Children's Book Coming Soon!
Exciting news! I will be publishing a children's book by the end of this month or beginning of April. What is this book about, Well, if you remember my Cubbie Bear poem in my first poetry book. Check it out here if you have not read it! This book is in Cubbie Bear's point of view. It is the story of how he became my teddy bear. The book is called "The Adventure of Cubbie Bear: Going Home". My hope is to make this a series of books about the adventures we had when I was younger. I am working on getting some illustrations for this book. I hope to have it available on Kindle by the beginning of April and try to make it accessible in paperback and other ebook forms. I will update you with a trailer and an exact release date soon.
Until then let me know if you are excited about this new book and if you have any questions comment bellow! Also, would it be in my favor to make an audiobook for this book? Comment your thoughts bellow!
Please Share with friends and family! Including those who are Chicago Cubs fans!
Here is to a new book!
Kaitlyn
Monday, February 29, 2016
Weekly Poetry-Being underwater
Underwater
The smell of the fresh air
Before you dive in
Closing your eyes
and plugging your nose
sinking
going deeper, deeper...
opening your eyes
seeing all the wonderful
creatures and coral
many not realizing
you
you float
in aw
This week's Weekly Poetry prompt is being underwater. Share your poem by linking in a comment bellow or clicking on the blue frog.
Let the writing begin!
Sunday, February 21, 2016
Weekly Poetry-Night-time
Night-time
Dark
with no hope
in sight
Dark
with shadows
at every corner
Dark
whispers you hear
Dark
slowly walking through
a little spooked
Dark
running to your parents room
The first prompt for Weekly Poetry is Night-time. What would your interpretation of night-time be? Comment your link bellow or link up by clicking the frog.
Let the Writing begin!
Thursday, February 18, 2016
My Own Blogging Events!
Short Story 101 event
Weekly Poetry Event
If you have any question comment on this post bellow or email me!
Let the Writing Begin!
Kaitlyn
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Monday Poetry: Revolution
Revolution
The struggle
to make the change
When you feel
Powerless
You want to change
You want to rebel!
You want to fight back
You want to share your thoughts
You lead a revolution
So this week's promoted was late but about revolution. Though it is late, I finally did a poem after so many weeks. I hope you enjoy this poem and check out the other poems by clicking the link bellow.
Enjoy!
Kaitlyn
Monday, February 8, 2016
My Poetry Through the Years: Book 2
Check out my book trailer for My Poetry Through the Years: Book 2!
Please Like and check out the book page to purchase!
ENJOY!!!
Kaitlyn
13 More Days!
Please Support and Share to friends and family!
You will not be charged if I do not reach my goal of $1,000!
Please Support and Share!
Check out My Poetry Through the Years: Book 1 Trailer!
Check out My Collection of Short Stories Book Trailer!
Stay tuned for more book trailers and Poetry!
Kaitlyn
Sunday, February 7, 2016
My Poetry Through the Years: Book 1 Book Trailer
Check out my book trailer for My Poetry Through the Years: Book 1
Please like on YouTube and share with friends and family!
To purchase the book head to my book page.
Enjoy
Kaitlyn
Book Trailer for My Collection of Short Stories Book
Here is a book trailer for My Collection of Short Stories book.
Please check it out and like on YouTube!
I am working on the trailers for my two poetry books and my novel coming soon!
Stay tuned for more trailers!
Check out My Collection of Short Stories page to purchase!
Enjoy,
Kaitlyn
Saturday, January 23, 2016
Find me on Fiverr
I will format and publish your book. I also have a bundle to create a book cover, format and publish your book for $20. Check it out!
I will create anything from book covers to social media covers. Check it out!
Friday, January 22, 2016
Dead Dreams Kickstart fundraiser
Hello, everyone! Today I would like to let you know of a fundraiser that I have started. I created a kickstart fundraiser. I want to raise at least $1,000 for my novel. This money will go to cost on publishing and promoting the book. This money will also cover the cost for a professional edit. This fundraiser will run for 30 days. Also, If you help me out for only $10 you will receive an e-book version of the book the latest August of this year. I would like you to check it out!
Click here to check out the fundraiser!
Hope you all will help me out!
Kaitlyn
Thursday, January 14, 2016
Exciting News New Items
So... I have some exciting news to share with everyone!
- I am going to have my first guest post!!!! She is a young self-published writer like I am. I offered to have her guest post. I was thinking we would do a Q&A post where YOU can submit your questions in the comment section so we can have the post sometime next month. Any question is up for the taking!
- I found an awesome website called authorgraph.com where YOU can request any author to sign an e-book version of their book at NO CHARGE!!! Find out more!
- I am self-narrating my audible books. I am in the recording stage of my books for the audible version. More info coming soon.
So comment your question for the guest post bellow and any other feedback!
Thank you,
Kaitlyn
Monday, January 11, 2016
A Survey
Thank you for your support!
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Friday, January 8, 2016
I Want Your Thoughts
Please be honest!
Thank you for your support!
Kaitlyn
Thanks for reading!
Friday, January 1, 2016
Happy New Years: My New Years Resolution
1. My goal this year personally in my writing career is to publish my novel this coming summer.
2. I want to sell more of my books
3. I want to finish my first year of college strong.
4. I want t to continue enjoying my job at the Museum.
5. Make sure you, my readers, are enjoying what I am doing and continue to support you.
I think this is a decent start. What is your new years resolution? Leave a comment bellow.
Do not forget to pass the word around like, share on social media!
Here is to a continuations of 2015 in 2016!!!!
Kaitlyn
Thanks for reading!