TV has Really Changed

When I was watching the Golden Globes last Sunday night, I couldn't help but see a pattern: Most of the television nominees were from shows that were either on cable networks, premium channels, or even streaming from such sources as Amazon and Netflix. This got me to wondering: What happened to the nominees from all of the great network channels, including NBC, ABC, CBS, Fox, and even The CW. Are these shows really not as popular as the others? Are our TV watching habits really that different?

I understand that the nominees come from sources that aren't necessarily everyday viewers, so I wanted to take my own poll. How many of you watch shows on network TV, how many watch shows on the other three types I mentioned, and how many watch a mix?

I'm in the third group. I have my favorites on the main networks, including:

NBC: The three Chicago series (#OneChicago), The Black List
ABC: Grey's Anatomy, Once Upon a Time
CBS: All three NCIS, Hawaii Five-0
Fox: Sleepy Hollow
CW: Way too many to name!!

Cable networks: Younger, Switched at Birth

Premium channels: Game of Thrones

Streaming: Daredevil, Jessica Jones

My point is that there are wonderful shows from a variety of sources, so why can't they all be represented equally in the eyes of the people awarding the incredible work the actors, writers, producers, etc. do to bring them to us each week.

What do you think?

Monday Mishmash

Thanks again to author Kelly Hashway for introducing me to this great blog subject! "Monday Mishmash is a weekly meme dedicated to sharing what's on your mind. Feel free to grab the button and post your own Mishmash."

• The Golden Globes: I found it interesting that many of the nominated shows and their stars are either on cable networks, premium channels or streaming. What happened to the good ol' days when great TV was available on the network channels? Look for a blog post on this subject coming soon.
• Schedules: I've been working on scheduling my writing time and other various activities I do in a way that doesn't overwhelm me, thanks to the Fired Up & Focused Challenge. There are so many apps I can use to keep my schedule neat and organized, such as Windows Calendar and Cozi, but I'm old-fashioned; I like using monthly and weekly organizers. So, I found an inexpensive one and am awaiting its arrival in the mail. I know, I'm strange; I love office/school supplies!
• Book Covers: Specifically, my book cover. As I get closer to what feels like the end of the first draft of New Avalon, book 3, I'm beginning to think about the cover. I have a couple of prints in mind, and i'm asking my readers to help me decide which one is best. Head over to my FB Author Page and check the pinned post to vote for your favorite.

Now that I have a few projects to get me started, I can kick off the second week (already?!) of the year. What's on your plate this week?

January 2016 Premieres

With the new year approaching, I've been checking out the TV schedule to find out when the new shows premiere. You all know I'm a huge couch potato, so this shouldn't be a huge surprise. Here are the shows I'm looking forward to starting in January. All times are in CT.

January 3, 7pm, ABC, Galavant
January 5, 9pm, MTV, The Shannara Chronicles
January 12, 8pm, Freeform (formerly ABCFamily), Shadowhunters
January 13, 9pm, TV Land, Younger
January 19, 8pm, ABC, Agent Carter
January 20, 7pm, CW, DC's Legends of Tomorrow
January 21, (stay tuned for time), CW, The 100
January 24, 9pm, Fox, The X-Files
January 25, 8pm, Fox, Lucifer
January 25, 8pm, SyFy, The Magicians

Be sure to set your DVRs! What shows are you looking forward to in the New Year?

Fall TV Kickoff

Tomorrow is the official kickoff for the Fall 2015 televison season. My readers know I'm a huge couch potato, and have several shows I watch every week. Oh, who am I kidding? I have several shows I watch every night! 

This season brings back many of my favorites, including #OUAT, Grey's Anatomy, Marvel: Agents of S.H.E.I.L.D. and NCIS, and introduces some great-looking prospects, including Minority Report, Supergirl, Blindspot and Blood and Oil. 

Many shows are scheduled to start later in the season. CW doesn't air their fall premieres until October 6, and TNT's season doesn't start until November 1. But there are plenty of shows to get us through the first couple of months until all the shows have returned.

You can get a full look at the 2015 Fall TV Season on Variety.

What show(s) are you waiting for?