I have completed my fourth review of One Flight Over. A story which revolves around Edward Locke and his complicity with the events surrounding the hotel. John also meets up with Eleanor which leaves him baffled yet again.
There were 94 modifications made to this 11 page chapter leading to a 50% reduction in changes when compared with revision three.
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I have completed my fourth review of The Mad Hatter’s Mirror. A story which focuses on a young man involved a traumatic event then explores the effects on his psyche.
There were 79 modifications made to this 10 page chapter leading to a 53% reduction in changes when compared with revision three.
Both Google Docs and Wattpad have the revised edition. Note that the Google Docs version permits comments and revisions, so please feel free to make use of this capability.
I have completed my fourth review of The Cheshire Cat’s Grin. A story which focuses on a young flapper who falls for the wrong man.
There were 31 modifications made to this 5 page chapter leading to an impressive 64% reduction in changes when compared with revision three.
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A modern speakeasy at clip-joint prices in Halifax! While there are modern amenities in the room like computers and an air conditioner, the owners have gone through a lot of effort to make it seem like the Real McCoy. Patrons are required to casually embed a password into normal conversation and then are discretely whisked away through the bowels of the building to this hidden gem.
Patron of the speakeasy. Face has been modified and blurred out on purpose.
Of course, there are differences which are generational. You will not find an iconic sliding peephole window, a phonograph, a tube radio or even a dance floor. The latter is probably the biggest omission, but many people are going to dance to the Charleston?
When you enter the space, music from the Roaring Twenties and Dirty Thirties can be heard in the background. It gives the space an authentic feel, however on occasion Moby or modern music is mixed in. Fortunately, the music is all environmental so the transition was not jarring.
Overall I would highly recommend the experience, even for non-drinkers. Their deserts and appetizers are to die for!
As an homage to the era, the images have been formatted to resemble shots taken from a box camera. I did opt to maintain the colour however, seems to create a better ambiance.
I have completed my fourth review of Old Soul. This story explores the concept of an immortal who discovers there are eventual ramifications to their actions. In this chapter, John also makes a macabre discovery when introduced to something from Edgar Allen Poe.
There were 68 modifications made to this 10 page chapter leading to a 50% reduction in changes when compared with revision three.
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I was making sure that all of my storefront links to the Portrait were valid, when I noticed that my novel had reached 150 downloads on Smashwords. Well it is 151 because I was rather late in noticing the milestone.
My decision to target Smashwords seems to have been a good one. Here are some reasons why:
Smashwords has enabled me to target other sites such as Kobo, iBooks, Scribd and Barnes and Nobel without creating individual accounts.
Smashwords has a user community of its own and have left more comments than any other.
Smashwords has not buried my book under tons of new material. I still get views, even if the downloads have waned. I have to be realistic, pushing people to view and download a book can be a full-time job all by itself!
Last 30 Days of Statistics for the Portrait Page ViewsLast 30 Days of Statistics for the Portrait Downloads
While this is an achievement (albeit a minor one), I did not feel it was worth the effort or calorie intake to make a full-sized frosted cake. I will save that type of indulgence for later!
I have completed my fourth review of Hadrian’s Legacy. This story focuses on the construction of the Grand’s defensive wall, the Georgian involvement and the reasons behind it being commissioned. John is also introduced to the existence of the Grand in this hard-hitting revelation.
There were 31 modifications made to this 8 page chapter leading to a jaw-dropping 71% reduction in changes when compared to revision three.
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I have completed my fourth review of Penny Dreadful. This chapter introduces John Cabot to the valley, town and some of the local lore. The story focuses on The Diary of Frederick Samuels and takes place 30 years prior to the The Grand.
There were 46 modifications made to this 11 page chapter leading to an eye-popping 68% reduction in changes when compared to revision three.
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I have completed my fourth review of The Man and the Sea. This chapter introduces John Cabot, one of The Grand’s lead characters and deals with his love for the sea.
There 17 modifications made to this 2 page chapter leading to a 43% reduction in changes when compared to revision three.
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I have completed my fourth review of One Small Step. This chapter sets the mood for the Grand. The story revolves around the staff doing damage control after a maid ends up in the forbidden wing of the hotel.
There 52 modifications made to this 6 page chapter leading to an impressive 56% reduction in changes when compared to revision three.
Both Google Docs and Wattpad display the revised edition. Note that the Google Docs version permits comments and revisions, so please feel free to make use of this capability.
