LBF Books / Let’s Be Frank Publishing

they don't have a synop of your book--what is is about?

Shawn

There's a small synop of it on LBF's new site, and there's some info on my own site. Both links are below. I'm posting new info on the synopsis on my site later today, so stay tuned for more info. It's hard for me to to sum up my book, especially when it encompasses an entire series. <img border=0 src="http://www.absolutewrite.com/images/EmoteShrug.gif" /> I guess I just stink at doing a "short" synopsis. LOL

I'll see if I can do something for you here and now.

The book is an adventure/sword and sorcery fantasy fiction. While the title would suggest something on what it's about, I'll define a Planeswalker for my stories as an individual who is given the ability to transcend space and time, and travel across the Planar dimensions of the universe that I've created. More will be revealed as the series continues, but in Part Zero (named for the fact that I'm a computer geek who knows that most things in the computer world start at zero, not one), all of the story opens on the physical realm, or Plane, of Vaaluna. Vaaluna is a world very similar to our own, but the series will take readers to worlds that are very different in the rules of physics and such.

So, book one, part zero, is centered around the beginnings of the hows, whens, whats, and whys of the Planes. The main protagonist is a breed of elf known as the Krayn (pronounced "crane"). I've also been told that I've given a dual role as protagonist to my wizard character, Aeligon. Aeligon is not your cliche wizard with a gray beard that hangs down to his naval, and gray robes (*cough, Gandalf, cough*). No, my wizard has been compared to Sean Connery, or someone like that (I hope I spelled his last name correctly). Anyhow, bad things are starting to happen across Vaaluna, but since the knowledge of the Planes are little more than theory on Vaaluna, no one knows what's going on. So, a party of elves, a wizard with a really cool sidekick (not disclosing it since he's a good hook for originality in my stories), and more surprise creatures go searching for answers as an evil sorcerer lays the groundwork for some really bad behavior. <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/smile.gif" />
I believe that my story is shaping up to be very original. Book two is currently being written, and there are lots of surprises and story development planned (of course). Also, it should be noted that book one is about 250 pages, which is considered short for a fantasy novel. I am planning book two to be about a hundred pages longer or more. I'm already enjoying the story, so stay tuned for more.
So you see, I stink at giving a nice, short synop of my work, but I hope this worked for you. Thanks.

B.T. Robertson
<a href="http://www.btrobertson.com" target="_new">www.btrobertson.com</a>
<a href="http://www.lbfbooks.com" target="_new">www.lbfbooks.com</a>

It sounds really great, and I think your post sums it up better than the LBF site. But they have limited space.

It's on my list of things to buy this week! Can't wait to read it

Hello all! I only know a little about LBF Books. My buddy has taken on the new magazine OPINIONS that will be released Oct 2004 through LBF Books. I am also a manuscript reader for LBF Books. My manuscript is also being considered by LBF Books. I was a PA author, but please do not hold that against me.

I have been writing for 12 years and research everything and anything before I get into it. Some how PA slipped through the cracks.
Anyways, Jackie the Editor seems like the up and up. My friend and I have been buddies for a few years and I really do not think she would steer me the wrong way.

I do know that I have read several manuscripts that were in need of help and some that made me sit up and say WOW!

I do not know about other readers for LBF, but I do know about me... I try to be fair, but honest so if your manuscript is read by me and it passed, you know it was honestly looked at and critiqued.
I edit, proofread and critique for a living and I take it seriously. I also run my own book review site with 4 staff members and 12-14 reviewers along with several columnist. I know what I am talking about.

I hope I helped!

writingtodeath

You didn't happen to get my manuscript, did you??

:LOL Just kidding.

Has anyone on this board gone with ibfbooks? If so, what was the outcome and are you happy with it. :nerd

Katherinebs, I have been published with LBF Books, as my previous posts indicate, and you can verify that by visiting their website. Hope that helps. If you have any further questions of me, please don't hesitate to ask. Thanks.

B.T. Robertson
<a href="http://www.btrobertson.com" target="_new">B.T. Robertson's Official Website</a>
<a href="http://www.lbfbooks.com" target="_new">www.lbfbooks.com</a>

Well I have sent in queries, and chapters for 2 of my novels. A horror, and a western. I have not heard anything yet. So far the IBF sounds good, still have some questions. I really want my books in stores, not just online ones. After being with (whispering) PA, I am extremely cautious. Guess time will tell.

Patience people.
With some publishers they only respond if interested...:ssh
These types of ones are fun...

(...or at least when I run through a list in a couple books I have, that's what some say)

....anybody else encounter these type of publications...? BT..? Jenna?

P E A C E ...

Yes, patience. Especially with a small, start-up publisher like LBF.

It may not be Random House. But PA it's not, rest assure.

all things in due time, folks...

just do your homework, ask questions and get answers, like the fine folks have done here from LBF upon request...

do your research and you can't really go too far wrong!

At this point, I am glad someone besides a person doing a critique is reading the whole thing and not just a chapter or two.

Guess it's back to working on my next book while the butterflies in my stomach do the cha-cha.
Maybe it's a conga line, not sure.:lol

I've gone through the thread on IBF and still have a question.
I want to see if I'm getting it. Been in the hospital so long, seems my brain isn't functioning as well just yet. So I apologize in advance for anything stupid I may ask.

They publish books. You send them the query etc and they get back to you with a yes or no. If yes, they publish the book, handle marketing and it does go on shelves in book stores like Barnes and Noble AND also on line.. They help get you out there with book signings etc. They're a small new company with limited funds, but we all have to start someplace, including a never before published writer.

And those that worked with IBF is happy with how their book is handled. :coffee

You have it right.....I think ...

Except its LBF..

peace
:thumbs

>>and it does go on shelves in book stores like Barnes and Noble<<

I hate to cast a dark cloud over the love-fest (well, I guess I don't, or I wouldn't), but I'm dubious. LBF appears to have had some local success--maybe--in getting its books stocked. There's no evidence to date that that this will translate into national shelf space.

- Victoria

There's no evidence that it won't neither..

I still like the line ....

"Wait and see...." ...

This company will give you a chance ... if you're good enough.. besides there not PA ... that thread is up to 106 pages.. jesus..



"...trouble is , if you don't risk anything, you risk even more."-Erica Jong....:thumbs

I am still here, waiting and hoping for the best. I hope LBF shows us all.

~~Tammy

“Today is the best day. Yesterday is gone forever. Tomorrow will never arrive.” ~ David Wolfe

I preordered BT's book yesterday. Can't wait to see it

They (all the current LBF titles) will be released Oct. 5.

Risseybug, I can't thank you enough. <img border=0 src="http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/happy.gif" />

I appreciate all the support from you, and thanks for taking a chance on me. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed writing it.

And stay tuned into my new website as well since there's information there regarding the next book in the series. I'm currently in the process of writing it, and it's going great. 15,000 words in. Art development is already commencing on the first three chapters as well.

Again, I'm a very modest person, so none of this stuff is geared toward bragging...it's meant to help motivate. Thanks again Risseybug, and the book will be out soon for those who have pre-ordered. I'll be in Texas all next week on business, but when I get back the books will be in. This is an exciting time for me, and I'm honored to be able to share it with fellow writers. <img border=0 src="http://www.absolutewrite.com/images/emoteThumbs.gif" />

B.T. Robertson
<a href="http://www.btrobertson.com" target="_new">www.btrobertson.com</a>

Hey, no problem. I wouldn't have bought it if the plot didn't interest me.

Good luck on the new book. My goal for my WIP is to get it up to 10,000 words in the computer by the end of Sept. Which is going to be tricky, since my calendar is so packed. I have a bunch handwritten, now it's time to punch the keys.

Is there any more news about LBF? I have been waiting and he discussion just seems to have broke off. What's going on? Did Rissey get offered a contract? Are we just waiting for October?

Is this thing on? Can anyone hear me??g 8o

~~Tammy

“Today is the best day. Yesterday is gone forever. Tomorrow will never arrive.” ~ David Wolfe

My ms is still in their hands. I sent a tracker today, so I'll see where it is in the process. I am going away for a few days, so when I get back hopefully I'll have an update for you. In the meantime, I will be spending my downtime with my notebook and pen, madly finishing an essay I hope to submit to their Opinions mag, and working on my next book.

If you go to the LBF site and look over their forum, especially the "Chat with the Editor" board, there are some good posts that get into the head of this company.

Jackie wrote a lovely post about how she looks over submissions. And I asked her some hard questions which she answered honestly and very thoroughly.
Basically she said it takes no less than a month and up to four to receive an answer on a ms. I know right now Jackie is busy preparing for the release of the first set of books in Oct. - mailing out press releases, etc...

Oct. 5 is not that far away. I don't expect an answer much before then. In the meantime, Tyrannosaurus books has asked to see a writing sample, so my wait continues on that front as well...

Something tells me things are a little hectic with the release of everything in October..
....and you're right, its just right around the corner. I'm pretty excited to see how the public takes to the new kid on the block, but I'm confident everything will be fine. I think Jake should take a much deserved vacation,.... of course I doubt that will happen.

How about you tfdswift?,..you sent something in didn't you? Any reply,.. ? Have you tried other places?

Have any of you seen the battle going on with the P.A. thread? Jesus, that thing is big. But, it does answer some questions ya might have about P.O.D. , vanity companies.
I can see where Jenna was going with the statement that 'if LBF was using P.O.D.' that you wouldn't see your book on the shelves. If you ever go to the boards on P.A. site thats all that the so called authors talk about. How 'all the members of their family have bought one or more to market'... what a crock. Some of those people need stronger coffee... their pleased with selling 40 copies of their book...give me a break. I'll tell ya it opened my eyes a little wider...... (THANKS JENNA)

I think LBF is set to fly,... good time of year to have new books come out..

Hey B.T., were you a fan of 'THE HOBBIT' and 'Lord of the Rings' ...?... Seems you're kinda going that route with your book series. I know a few people that enjoy that type of reading and I'll introduce your series to them....

Cheers to all.... :cheers

I guess you could say that my book is in the same "round-a-about" genre, but it also will cross lines into sci-fi as well. The reason is because I'm developing (currently) a system that explains how the Planes themselves are governed. It's highly complex and mathematical if you want the hard and fast of it, but it is able to be explained very easily once it's set up. I've got it all mapped out, so now I'm just setting up the laws that control it, and the overall plotline elements, which, of course, I won't divulge here.

So, if you know of anyone who loves fantasy and/or sci-fi, this book may tickle their fancy. Thanks for asking, and many thanks for spreading the word.

B.T. Robertson

B.T.

How long are you going to keep the series running? or have you decided?

Are you sticking with LBF on the series?

Have you figured out the situation with Amazon.com yet?(do they post after its been published)

(Inquiring minds)

:cheers CHEERS