Tulsa Beacon Reviews The Sound of Honor

HAWK's newest release, Jim Stovall's The Sound of Honor was recently given a glowing review at the Tulsa Beacon:

The Sound of Honor is a thoroughly enjoyable story. Jacob Dyer is a blind man who enjoys a good cigar and a glass of champagne (or other adult beverage, if not available) and owns the business, Dyer Straits Lost and Found, based in Tulsa. Monica is his able assistant and a colorful character in her own right. Franklin, “on loan” from a rich widow who was especially pleased with their services, is so much more than just a British limo driver.

And at TulsaBusiness.com Jim takes a moment to remember Robert B. Parker, who passed away last week:

You can imagine my jubilation when the legendary Robert B. Parker read my manuscript for The Sound of Honor and was willing to write the following endorsement for the book cover. “The Sound of Honor is everything a novel should be, including good. Its hero Jacob Dyer gives us a brilliant introduction to how the world feels to a blind detective. Don’t miss it.” ... When you do your best and pursue your passion, you not only succeed, but you inspire others to try. I will always remember Robert B. Parker for dozens of books, movies, and television shows, but mostly for encouraging a struggling blind guy to simply try.

Workshop Testimonials

As previously mentioned, William Bernhardt will be hosting several small group writing seminars this spring as well as his big annual writing workshop in June. Recently I ran across some very pleased students from previous William Bernhardt workshops. Karlene Petitt, one of the "Literary Ladies" of the group blog Scribe Sisters, writes:

The great thing about life is we all have a choice. Of course we have obligations and commitments, but what I realized is if I wanted to succeed as a writer, I needed to invest in myself and take the plunge. I made the right choice ... With William Bernhardt as my instructor, I took away an education of a lifetime.

And writer of all things fantasy/sci-fi, Heather McCorkle writes on her blog:

Mr. Bernhardt had a wealth of knowledge to share, regardless of what genre any of us wrote. ... When he invited my classmates and I to attend his advanced seminar in February I knew I had to go. My writing has gone from mediocre with promise to publishable and agented. I'd be crazy not to want to take it to the next level! I'm preparing for a trip to Oklahoma in less than a month ... I'm so excited I can hardly stand it. I can't wait to take my writing to yet another level!

So remember, if you get a chance to learn from a New York Times bestselling author, do it, regardless of what genre you write and they write. You don't become a NY Times bestseller without knowing what you're doing!

It's not too late to register! More information on William Bernhardt's Writing Programs.

To All Aspiring Writers

HAWK founder and bestselling author William Bernhardt is hosting several upcoming seminars in 2010 for aspiring writers struggling with a work-in-progress. Each seminar consists of five intense, inspiring days learning the art and craft of writing.

Currently scheduled:
– February 15-19, 2010, University of Tulsa
– February 22-26, 2010 University of Tulsa
– April 19-23, 2010, Downtown Library, Oklahoma City
– June 7-11, 2010, University of Tulsa
– July 19-23, 2010, University of Tulsa

In addition to these small group seminars Bill is hosting his big Annual Writing Workshop June 5-6 at the University of Tulsa. The 2010 Workshop will feature multiple tracks of presentations, panels, and master classes from William Bernhardt and more than a dozen other published authors, agents, and editors, providing aspiring writers the opportunity to learn the art and craft of writing and publishing.

This year, William Bernhardt will be joined by # 1 New York Times bestselling author Aprilynne Pike, legendary agent Donal Maass, Third Draft editor Lisa Rector, and many other special literary guests.

For more information, or to sign up for a program visit William Bernhardt's website.

While on the topic of Aprilynne Pike, she was recently featured in this video (along with 27 other authors) offering a multitude of handy writing tips. Number one on the list? Buy a laser printer!

Hawk Authors Around the Web

"Hitting the Ball Out of the Park" • The Oklahoman's book blog Okie Reads gives HAWK founder William Bernhardt a nod, praising his new book Capitol Offense, as well as Nemesis: The Final Case of Eliot Ness. Another Oklahoma author given the thumbs up, Marcia Preston, will be one of the many talented writers and professionals teaching at the upcoming 2010 William Bernhardt Writing Workshop this June at the University of Tulsa.

"Life is Real" • Alan Herzberger and friends remember Jim Chastain at NewsOk's The Digital Desk.

"2009. Like 2008 with More Road Construction" • Barry Friedman's Year in Review in the newest issue of TulsaPeople.