Monthly Archives: August 2010

Knights of the Saltier Recomended by “Just Really Great Books” Web Site

Posted on August 30, 2010 by wbspeirjr

James Chapman, a fellow blogger who runs a web site called “Just Really Great Books” has placed Knights of the Saltier on his recommended book list. Check out his posting at http://just-really-great-books.blogspot.com/ and tell him how much you appreciate his … Continue reading →

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See the Advertisement for Knights of the Saltier

Posted on August 25, 2010 by wbspeirjr

For one week, starting August 25, 2010, Knights of the Saltier is being advertised on the Icanhascheezburger web site. Look along the left column of the page at the bottom of the other ads. The link to the site is: … Continue reading →

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Radio Interview

Posted on August 24, 2010 by wbspeirjr

It was a good interview last night on BlogTalkRadio.com. If you missed it, you can still hear a recording of the entire program at: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/onscenenews.

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William Speir Radio Interview 10:00 PM EDT Monday, August 23, 2010

Posted on August 22, 2010 by wbspeirjr

William Speir will be interviewed on Blog Talk Radio at 10:00 PM Eastern Time on Monday, August 23, 2010. The link to listen to the interview is: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/onscenenews. The interview will be available online if you miss the live conversation.

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Book Titles for both Trilogies

Posted on August 20, 2010 by wbspeirjr

Just a reminder about the titles of the books. The Order of the Saltier Trilogy has three book titles – Knights of the Saltier, Crusaders of the Saltier, and Protectors of the Saltier. All three manuscripts are completed, and Books … Continue reading →

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New Print Ad For Book 1

Posted on August 19, 2010 by wbspeirjr

The Southwest Orlando Bulletin, a great local paper owned by a good friend of mine, is running advertisements for the new book. Check out page 9 at the link below. http://www.southwestorlandobulletin.com/FlipBook/SWOB_081910/Flipbook.html It can also be seen on page 32 of … Continue reading →

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Writing the “Great American Novel” – Myth vs. Truth

Posted on August 10, 2010 by wbspeirjr

I’m going to make a slight departure from my usual posts regarding the release of my new book to share some thoughts on writing.  I apologize in advance for the length of this post, Recently, I had a conversation with a … Continue reading →

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Knights of the Saltier is Now Available For Purchase!

Posted on August 4, 2010 by wbspeirjr

The book is now available for purchase. You can either buy it through Amazon, or directly from the publisher at http://www.strategicpublishinggroup.com/title/KnightsOfTheSaltier-Book1.html.  Ordering the book through Barnes and Noble should be available soon.

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Press Release for Book 1 Approved Today

Posted on August 2, 2010 by wbspeirjr

The press release for the publication of Knights of The Saltier – Book 1 of the Order of the Saltier Trilogy was approved this morning. Below is the approved text for the press release. Contact: Ellen Green, Press Manager – … Continue reading →

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