Holy cow. In case you haven’t been paying attention, fall is one of the biggest seasons of the year for releasing new books. There are so many new books coming out this fall (or that have already been released) that I almost can’t keep track. Therefore, if I happen to miss one in the following list, please forgive me. (But do tell me so I can add it.)
Being an avid reader, I can’t help it. All of these books have gone on my to-be-read list, which is growing enormously long, but which I am slogging through as fast as I can, while also preparing outlines and character sketches for National Novel Writing Month in November (but that’s another blog altogether).
Check out the following NEW books:
Indelible (book 2 of the Yara Silva trilogy) by Lani Woodland
With a Name Like Love by Tess Hilmo
Variant by Robison Wells
Slayers by Janette Rallison
The Death Cure (book 3 in the Mazerunner series) by James Dashner
Monarch by Michelle Argyle
Shifting by Bethany Wiggins
A Beautiful Dark by Jocelyn Davies
Armor of Light (book 2 in the Wolfchild series) by Karen Hoover
Lydia by Wanda Luce
Identity by Betsy Love
No Angel by Theresa Sneed
Pride and Popularity by Jenni James
Hang Em High by Tristi Pinkston
Defenders of the Covenant by Angie Lofthouse
Bound by C.K. Bryant (11-11-11 release)
Become by Ali Cross (11-11-11 release)
Exiled by RaShelle Workman (11-11-11)
Pigments by Angela Kulig (11-11-11)
Breathe by Melanie McCullogh (11-11-11)
Yeah, I know. It’s a LONG list! But oh my goodness, you guys, I’ve read some of these already and am working my way through the list. If you’re looking for something great for the upcoming winter days when you’ll feel trapped inside due to snow and other icky weather, here you go.
Consult the list. Hope it’s helpful.
Happy October!
Showing posts with label launches. Show all posts
Showing posts with label launches. Show all posts
Monday, October 3, 2011
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Launches and Contests and Parties, Yipee!
I don't sleep much some nights. Mostly I think this is because my brain doesn't like to shut down, no matter how tired my body is. As it happens, last night, I was lying in bed trying to get all those voices and thoughts to just **SHUT UP!** when it occurred to me that I promised to blog about all the book launches happening in March, but never followed through. My bad. I'm sorry!Gonna take care of that right now.
The worst part is that by not posting before now, I missed posting about two big parties. Luckily, I did make it to the one this past Saturday--but I missed a triple on Friday *frown, sigh, whaaa* thanks to my kids--where I had the opportunity to visit with my good friend Rachelle Christensen. Her book, Wrong Number is now available wherever LDS books are sold, and I'm so excited for her. You can read my review of this book here, or check back on Monday, March 15th to read an interview with Rachelle.
The next launch is a biggie, and one you don't want to miss. Valor Publishing Group is throwing a massive launch party to celebrate five March releases. Two of these books are by critique group friends of mine, Tristi Pinkston with Secret Sisters
and Kimberly Job with I'll Know You by Heart,
and one is by another close author friend, Karen Hoover, who is finally releasing the long anticipated The Sapphire Flute.
I just adore all these ladies and their work. In addition, Daron Fraley is celebrating the release of his long anticipated book, The Thorn,
as well as publishing veteran Michelle Ashman Bell, who is releasing Summer in Paris.
Now, just so you know, these people really know how to throw a party! They'll have live entertainment by Shaun Barrows, cake, door prizes, and all kinds of other fun activities that are sure to liven your boring Tuesday night. The party is this Tuesday, March 16th from 6-8:30 pm at Barnes and Noble in the Gateway Mall, Salt Lake City, UT.
Pshew. That makes my little launch party sound minor in comparison. But while I don't have Shawn Barrows, I could always stand on a table and belt a show tune at the top of my lungs. Or maybe I'll talk one of my kids into playing the Ukulele. You never know. And I will have cake. Or at least cookies. And door prizes, and other stuff too. Oh, and books, lots of books which you can buy and which I will sign for you and let you have your picture taken with me even. You know, if you want. Because I'm nice like that. It's going to be a blast. All the cool people will be there. (Except Heather and Rachelle who are otherwise engaged and send their regrets--they're still cool in my book.)
Once again, my launch is happening on Saturday, March 27th from 1-3pm at Eborn Books in the Provo Towne Center mall. The store is on the upper level, about three or four stores down from Dillards. And if by some strange chance you happened to forget, this is my book.
And now, news about the blog tour and contest. Yes, I'm having one, and yes, it's going to be loads of fun. The prizes aren't quite as big as the Office Box giveaway, but you know, I can only give away so much in one month. Here's the thing. This post is already pretty long. So...
I'm going to put all the contest information into another post, and schedule it for later this evening. Keep watching for it! And then tomorrow, I'll be interviewing my good friend Rachelle Christensen. You know, the one who's book, Wrong Number launched Saturday. Yeah, her. Going to be way fun.
Stay tuned.
The worst part is that by not posting before now, I missed posting about two big parties. Luckily, I did make it to the one this past Saturday--but I missed a triple on Friday *frown, sigh, whaaa* thanks to my kids--where I had the opportunity to visit with my good friend Rachelle Christensen. Her book, Wrong Number is now available wherever LDS books are sold, and I'm so excited for her. You can read my review of this book here, or check back on Monday, March 15th to read an interview with Rachelle.
The next launch is a biggie, and one you don't want to miss. Valor Publishing Group is throwing a massive launch party to celebrate five March releases. Two of these books are by critique group friends of mine, Tristi Pinkston with Secret Sisters
and Kimberly Job with I'll Know You by Heart,
and one is by another close author friend, Karen Hoover, who is finally releasing the long anticipated The Sapphire Flute.
I just adore all these ladies and their work. In addition, Daron Fraley is celebrating the release of his long anticipated book, The Thorn,
as well as publishing veteran Michelle Ashman Bell, who is releasing Summer in Paris.
Now, just so you know, these people really know how to throw a party! They'll have live entertainment by Shaun Barrows, cake, door prizes, and all kinds of other fun activities that are sure to liven your boring Tuesday night. The party is this Tuesday, March 16th from 6-8:30 pm at Barnes and Noble in the Gateway Mall, Salt Lake City, UT.
Pshew. That makes my little launch party sound minor in comparison. But while I don't have Shawn Barrows, I could always stand on a table and belt a show tune at the top of my lungs. Or maybe I'll talk one of my kids into playing the Ukulele. You never know. And I will have cake. Or at least cookies. And door prizes, and other stuff too. Oh, and books, lots of books which you can buy and which I will sign for you and let you have your picture taken with me even. You know, if you want. Because I'm nice like that. It's going to be a blast. All the cool people will be there. (Except Heather and Rachelle who are otherwise engaged and send their regrets--they're still cool in my book.)
Once again, my launch is happening on Saturday, March 27th from 1-3pm at Eborn Books in the Provo Towne Center mall. The store is on the upper level, about three or four stores down from Dillards. And if by some strange chance you happened to forget, this is my book.
And now, news about the blog tour and contest. Yes, I'm having one, and yes, it's going to be loads of fun. The prizes aren't quite as big as the Office Box giveaway, but you know, I can only give away so much in one month. Here's the thing. This post is already pretty long. So...
I'm going to put all the contest information into another post, and schedule it for later this evening. Keep watching for it! And then tomorrow, I'll be interviewing my good friend Rachelle Christensen. You know, the one who's book, Wrong Number launched Saturday. Yeah, her. Going to be way fun.
Stay tuned.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Oh My March: Contests, Launches, and Hacks
I realize it's been several days since I posted something of...well, literary value. Or, okay, at least something thought provoking or interesting. You know, besides contests and stuff. But I have to warn you, more contest posts are coming at you, because while I claimed that February was the month of contests, so is March, apparently. Contests and book launches. Sheesh. TONS of books being launched this month.(More about all the awesome books later this week.)
Very exciting stuff, definitely. And while I'd love to leave you with brilliant words of wisdom...this is the week where I wallow in self pity and feel like a hack. (PLEASE don't contradict me, it's a phase I go through, it'll be over in a few days. Your reassurance only makes it worse.)
Currently taped to my bathroom mirror (compliments of Aprilynne Pike): "I am a capable writer with an original story to tell." Read out loud. Read again. Repeat.
On that note, Suzette and Bethany at the Shooting Stars blog are holding a crazy awesome contest that will cheer up all writer-types, including me. They're giving away several fun prizes (I'd love any and all of them) but the big, crazy cool one, is a 40 page partial submission to Suzie Townsend of FinePrint Literary agency. Not only that, Suzie has agreed to critique said pages. Yikes! Can we say, gimme? Yeah. It's that cool. Thanks Suz and Bethany. So, go sign up if you know what's good for ya!
And since I'm back on the subject of contests, Elana Johnson is also having a contest, where she gives away autographed copies of the newest, hotest YA books in town. Well, okay, not necessarily in town, but on the market. You get me? Yeah, I thought so. Much coolness.
Other contests I've seen just today: Kimberly Job is giving away a whole bunch of her favorite things, including a visit with her entire critique group. I am a part of this particular group, and let me just tell you, this is a great prize. We have two professional editors among us, as well as three published authors and one almost-published author who is killer amazing with plot. Kim's giveaway is in honor of her first book, I'll Know You By Heart being released next week. I'm so excited for her. Congratulations, Kim!
And Daron Fraley, who's book, The Thorn is also being released on the same day as Kim's, is hosting a fun giveaway as well.
**UPDATE: I originally forgot to mention Karen Hoover, who's book, The Sapphire Flute, is also being released next week. She's hosting an ongoing contest on her blog in which she draws a winner every Saturday this month. Check it out here.
You've all seen the Office Box and Wrong Number giveaway, no? Yeah. Reminder there. One tip on that: I've noticed that a lot of people are following instructions, but the ones from other people's contest posts, in their comments here. Seriously, people, each participant has different entry requirements. If you really want to win on my blog, you can't do so by tweeting or following someone else's post. If you're going to enter multiple times, you must follow multiple rules, or "No soup for you!"
Sorry. I know it sounds mean, but if you're going to go to the trouble of entering, at least read over the rules. This will make a difference when the numbers are tallied and random.org chooses my winner, who will then be entered into the big drawing. Got it?
All right. Now, if you keep checking back next week, I'll be hosting a giveaway of my very own along with the virtual blog tour for The Sharp Edge of a Knife. Speaking of my book, guess what? I've FINALLY scheduled my launch party. Here are the important deets:
March 27th
1-3 pm
Eborn Books
Provo Towne Centre Mall
Join me for drawings, books, snacks and other killer fun stuff. Be there! Oh, and one more bonus. The book store has agreed to give away a gift with every $10 purchase. My books happen to qualify, so BONUS! In the words of Elana Johnson, it's going to be awesomesauce!
Tomorrow I'll be reviewing Rachelle Christensen's newly released novel, Wrong Number. Stay tuned!
PS Anyone living in the area of Santaquin Utah, stop by the library there from 3-7 where I will be hanging out with authors Cindy Beck and Rachelle Christensen, signing books and raising money. Proceeds go to the library.
Very exciting stuff, definitely. And while I'd love to leave you with brilliant words of wisdom...this is the week where I wallow in self pity and feel like a hack. (PLEASE don't contradict me, it's a phase I go through, it'll be over in a few days. Your reassurance only makes it worse.)
Currently taped to my bathroom mirror (compliments of Aprilynne Pike): "I am a capable writer with an original story to tell." Read out loud. Read again. Repeat.
On that note, Suzette and Bethany at the Shooting Stars blog are holding a crazy awesome contest that will cheer up all writer-types, including me. They're giving away several fun prizes (I'd love any and all of them) but the big, crazy cool one, is a 40 page partial submission to Suzie Townsend of FinePrint Literary agency. Not only that, Suzie has agreed to critique said pages. Yikes! Can we say, gimme? Yeah. It's that cool. Thanks Suz and Bethany. So, go sign up if you know what's good for ya!
And since I'm back on the subject of contests, Elana Johnson is also having a contest, where she gives away autographed copies of the newest, hotest YA books in town. Well, okay, not necessarily in town, but on the market. You get me? Yeah, I thought so. Much coolness.
Other contests I've seen just today: Kimberly Job is giving away a whole bunch of her favorite things, including a visit with her entire critique group. I am a part of this particular group, and let me just tell you, this is a great prize. We have two professional editors among us, as well as three published authors and one almost-published author who is killer amazing with plot. Kim's giveaway is in honor of her first book, I'll Know You By Heart being released next week. I'm so excited for her. Congratulations, Kim!
And Daron Fraley, who's book, The Thorn is also being released on the same day as Kim's, is hosting a fun giveaway as well.
**UPDATE: I originally forgot to mention Karen Hoover, who's book, The Sapphire Flute, is also being released next week. She's hosting an ongoing contest on her blog in which she draws a winner every Saturday this month. Check it out here.
You've all seen the Office Box and Wrong Number giveaway, no? Yeah. Reminder there. One tip on that: I've noticed that a lot of people are following instructions, but the ones from other people's contest posts, in their comments here. Seriously, people, each participant has different entry requirements. If you really want to win on my blog, you can't do so by tweeting or following someone else's post. If you're going to enter multiple times, you must follow multiple rules, or "No soup for you!"
Sorry. I know it sounds mean, but if you're going to go to the trouble of entering, at least read over the rules. This will make a difference when the numbers are tallied and random.org chooses my winner, who will then be entered into the big drawing. Got it?
All right. Now, if you keep checking back next week, I'll be hosting a giveaway of my very own along with the virtual blog tour for The Sharp Edge of a Knife. Speaking of my book, guess what? I've FINALLY scheduled my launch party. Here are the important deets:
1-3 pm
Eborn Books
Provo Towne Centre Mall
Join me for drawings, books, snacks and other killer fun stuff. Be there! Oh, and one more bonus. The book store has agreed to give away a gift with every $10 purchase. My books happen to qualify, so BONUS! In the words of Elana Johnson, it's going to be awesomesauce!
Tomorrow I'll be reviewing Rachelle Christensen's newly released novel, Wrong Number. Stay tuned!
PS Anyone living in the area of Santaquin Utah, stop by the library there from 3-7 where I will be hanging out with authors Cindy Beck and Rachelle Christensen, signing books and raising money. Proceeds go to the library.
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