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January 21, 2016
Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/21/2016
The Palace Library by Steven Loveridge
I enjoyed this book very much. I was in a magic library with Harry, Eleanor, and Grace. It was a great adventure. It reminded me a little of the Chronicles of Narnia. I would love to find a magic library myself someday but I would never leave it! I was in love with this book and I can’t wait to read the next book. * I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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Integrity what a great name for a character! I love that name. I was not as happy as I thought I would be with this book. It was a good story line but I felt the first few chapters in the book were too slow for me. Once the story picked up the pace I thought it was fun story. I felt Integrity was a very down to earth personality for the book. * I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review* 4/5
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January 19, 2016
Goodbye Traditional, Hello Indie (Part II)
More great advice, even though I’m use a small press. Sometimes it’s the small things that make the difference, and why I try to use both routes.
I really should write the second part of Lovonian’s journey soon….
Part I of this blog summary focused on my personal experience contracting with a small press. On the whole, it was a valuable learning experience, especially for a new author who knew nothing about anything. My publisher treated me fairly and respectfully, I improved my craft and happily published 6 books. For many authors, this approach may be the perfect publishing route.
Yet, publishing through a small press has significant challenges that are worth considering. As I gained knowledge and skills, it became clear to me that the obstacles outpaced the advantages. In 2015, I experimented and self-published 2 books. The results drove home the stark differences in the two approaches.
In December, I decided to go all indie. I began the process of canceling contracts with my publisher and reclaiming my books with the intention of republishing them myself.
Below, I explain my reasons.
So what were my small press…
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living part 4
This book is funny. I love a good laugh. I could do without raunchy but it worked for this book. I think you just have to read this book for yourself to see what I mean. It is a funny, strange in a good way book! * I received this book from author in exchange for n honest review* 5/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living part 3
Borderline by K.P. Merriweather
This was an exciting book. I enjoyed it. Erik got in over his head and the action was on. I was lost in this book and I loved it! You should try this series for yourself. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 4/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living part 2
Demonic Awakening, Volume 2 by K.P. Merriweather
A warrior monk is sent to kill “The Beast”. What an exciting book. I was on the edge of my seat. The action was great and I was in the middle of it all. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living part 1
Demonic Awakening by K.P. Merriweather
Where does this author come up with this stuff? This book had me wanting to read more. I love all the twists and turns in this book. I did not see some of this stuff coming at all. A master swordsman called ” The Beast” was an interesting character. Magic, spell casting and so much more. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*
5/5
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January 18, 2016
Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/18/2016 part 5
This series keeps me interested. I think like movies they put out a series that some books loose there “edge” in the middle of the series. This book did not!! I was impressed how the author kept me wanting more. I was in this story with the characters and what was going to happen next. I felt invested in this book to the end. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/18/2016 part 4
This series is a good think outside the zone type book. This type of book has always been fun for me. I think this is a great series. The characters draw you in to the story and you don’t want to put the book down. I enjoyed it! * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 1/18/2016 part 3
Love and Self Discovery by Samantha Fischer
This book made me think about my life. It also made me think about other things in this world I still don’t understand. It was a short book with a lot to say. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 4/5
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