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August 20, 2019
Welcome Back to the Blog for Megan Haskell, Author of The Sanyare Chronicles!
I mentioned this a couple of weeks ago in my weekly Facebook Live broadcast (Wednesdays, 9:30 am Pacific time), but I’ve decided to reopen the blog as another place you can find information about what’s going on with me and my books.
I don’t plan to post everyday, probably not even every week, but whenever I feel like I have news to share I’ll be sure to add it here.
So where am I at right now?
Well, physically, I’m in my home office, but metaphorically…
I’m currently working on The War of the Nine Faerie Realms Trilogy. This is the story of the Great War between the realms, and features Curuthannor, Lhéwen, Aradae, and Rothruinil as they struggle to honor their oaths and their hearts in the face of war.
The first book in the series, Crossroads, is nearly complete. It’s currently sitting with the first group of beta readers for review (more on that in my next post.) However, I don’t plan to release anything until the entire trilogy is at least drafted. I’m doing this for a few reasons:
Completion: So many readers now want a complete series, they won’t read the first book until the last comes out anyway. Even if they do pick up the first one early, they want the instant gratification of being able to buy—or at least preorder—the next one. Because this series is so long and complicated, and given my writing speed (not super fast) I want to make sure I can provide that quick turnaround, and the only way for me to do that is to hold back on the first two releases.
Continuity: One of the benefits of writing the entire trilogy up front is that I can always go back and edit the first book when I think of awesome ideas in the second or third that need to be foreshadowed or carried through the entire series.
Marketing: From a reader’s perspective, marketing doesn’t seem all that important, but from the author/publisher’s perspective, it’s pretty critical, and it’s a lot easier to market when there’s more than one book out. The online store algorithms are more likely to “see” your series and push you higher in the rankings, and increased visibility means more readers see your series, which means they do better overall.
So while Crossroads is being test read by the betas, I’m already working on Book 2 (title TBD). My goal is to have the series drafted by January next year.
Oh, and the girls go back to school next week, so that’s good for productivity!
August 8, 2017
WIN the Complete Set of The Sanyare Chronicles!
If you haven't already picked up an ebook copy of The Last Descendant, now's your chance! This week, I'm running a $0.99 Countdown Deal on the Amazon ebook.
But that's not really the best news. The best news is you could win an entire SET of SIGNED PAPERBACKS.*
Okay...I'm not the best photographer in the world, but it's a pretty cool prize pack, if I do say so myself.
All you have to do to enter, is subscribe to my list, Tweet, or follow me on social media. It's not hard, and there's no purchase necessary. Just enter the Rafflecopter below!
Good luck!
a Rafflecopter giveaway*There is one caveat: due to the unfortunate cost of shipping (it would cost more than the combined retail price of the books just to ship them overseas) the paperbacks are only available to US winners. But if you're not in the US, don't worry, I have a consolation prize. Instead of paperbacks, you'll get a complete set of ebooks, and you'll still get the signed poster and bookmarks.
June 9, 2017
This weekend only, the ENTIRE SERIES IS ON SALE!!
It's official! Sanyare: The Rebel Apprentice is now available for sale on Amazon!
I'm so excited about this launch, I can't even begin to express my joy and nervous anticipation. It's been nine months of hard work. I've challenged myself to write faster and better, to focus on the craft of writing and dedicate myself to the habit of BIC (butt in chair).
I love how the book turned out! Early beta feedback has been great, but now I'm anxious to get the book in your hands and hear what you think.
So.
As a special promotion just for the launch, THE ENTIRE SERIES IS ON SALE!!!
From today through June 13, Sanyare: The Last Descendant is FREE. That's right. $0, Zilch, cuesta nada.
And if you want to continue the story, you can get Sanyare: The Heir Apparent during its Countdown Deal, starting at just 99c from today through June 12. After that, it goes up to $1.99 on the 13th, and $2.99 on the 14th.
If you've already read the first two books in the series, then you won't want to miss the preorder and early launch pricing on Sanyare: The Rebel Apprentice. For one week only, you can get your copy for just 99c.
After that, everything goes back to its regularly scheduled price of $3.99.
May 4, 2017
COVER REVEAL!!!! Plus, a giveaway and 42 Free Books!
Sanyare: The Rebel ApprenticeAvailable June 12, 2017
Deranged Doctor Design has done it again! I'm so thrilled with how this cover turned out!
To save millions of lives, she may have to sacrifice the ones she loves…
Rie is on the run from the wrath of elvish kings. As her enemies grow and the assassins close in, she must bring a traitor to justice to save herself. But to keep one step ahead, Rie may need to leave her friends and the man she loves behind…
Her only chance of survival lies in a hidden colony of water fae off the Florida coast. When the Fire Queen attacks with a vengeance and innocent people die, Rie faces an impossible choice: give herself up to save her loved ones or watch as the entire human realm is completely annihilated…
Sanyare: The Rebel Apprentice is the third book in The Sanyare Chronicles, a series of breathtaking fantasy adventure novels. If you like headstrong heroines, mythological creatures, and a hearty dose of magic and mayhem, then you’ll love Megan Haskell’s thrilling series.
If you want to be notified when the book is available for sale, click here!
If you're a blogger interested in participating in the release blitz and/or review tour, there's still time to sign up! Lady Amber's Reviews & PR will be organizing these events for me. Click here and complete the form to join in the fun!
Have you read Sanyare: The Last Descendant (Book 1), yet? No? Well, now's your chance to WIN a free Kindle copy! Click here and follow me on Amazon to enter! Good luck!
Need something new to read? The GenreCrave Freebie Fair has you covered! Pixie Tamer, the short story prequel to Sanyare: The Last Descendant, is included in this fantastic giveaway of 42 FREE books! Check it out!
April 3, 2017
Sanyare: The Rebel Apprentice - Coming Soon!
That's right, Sanyare: The Rebel Apprentice (The Sanyare Chronicles, Book 3) is in the hands of my developmental editor! If everything goes to plan, the book will be published in early June. No set date yet, but stay tuned. It's coming.
In the meantime, I do have some special opportunities for my best fans.
1. Beta Readers:
I'm looking for a few good readers to provide feedback on the draft of Sanyare: The Rebel Apprentice. In particular, I need detail oriented individuals, who have read both The Last Descendant AND The Heir Apparent, and who can read the manuscript quickly while giving critical feedback. If this sounds like you, click here to apply.
2. Advanced Reviewers:
Advanced Review Copies (ARCs) of Sanyare: The Rebel Apprentice will be made available to reviewers no later than June 1st. There are only three requirements to receive a FREE ARC for review:
To sign up for the Advanced Review Team, email me with the links to your reviews, and I'll add you to the list!
March 20, 2017
Surprise! It's a Kindle Countdown Deal!!
Now through March 24, Sanyare: The Last Descendant is just 99cents. If you haven't yet read the first book in The Sanyare Chronicles, now's your chance! There won't be another sale for at least three months.
If you've already read (and loved!) Sanyare: The Last Descendant, could you help me spread the word about the sale? You can use the buttons below to share the Amazon link with your friends and followers. And if you use the hashtag #Sanyare or tag me @meganphaskell, I'll make sure to retweet your post. Thank you!
February 24, 2017
Exciting new FREE bonus, exclusively for newsletter subscribers!
If not, you'll want to get on it, today!
Launching next week, newsletter subscribers will get a brand new bonus from The Sanyare Chronicles. If you love the settings in Sanyare: The Last Descendant, you won't want to miss this.
What the heck, I'll give you a little teaser...
To see the whole image, you have to be a subscriber. ;-)
November 18, 2016
Another November Giveaway!
Sponsored by author C.S. Wilde, this is a perfect giveaway for fans of romantic science-fiction and fantasy.
The Grand Prize winner will receive:
A signed copy of A Courtroom of AshesA bookmark that BITESAn Amazon gift card worth $15!10 e-books that will rock your world!CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE GIVEAWAY!
EVERYBODY WINS!On the giveaway page, you'll also be able to download TEN EXTRA books by some kick-ass authors, just by subscribing to their mailing lists! Who knows, you could find your new favorite author, or series...until Sanyare Book 3 arrives, that is. ;-)
BONUS!
If you're the winner, and you've subscribed to my mailing list, you'll also receive a free signed print copy of Sanyare: The Last Descendant (Book 1) or Sanyare: The Heir Apparent (Book 2), your choice.* If you haven't already, you can subscribe here.
Then Enter to Win!
*Unfortunately, due to exorbitant shipping rates, I am only able to ship signed paperbacks within the US. But there is a consolation prize. If an international winner is chosen, they'll receive a set of signed bookmarks from The Sanyare Chronicles.
November 5, 2016
Signed Print Books Now Available for Sale!
Signed print books, now available for sale!
Books make great gifts, especially books signed by the author! If you would like to purchase signed copies of The Sanyare Chronicles, contact me. Tell me how many copies of each book you would like to buy, and how you would like them to be dedicated.
Sanyare: The Last Descendant (Book 1) - $12.95 + shipping
Sanyare: The Heir Apparent (Book 2) - $14.95 + shipping
Quantities are limited, so put your orders in today!
November 2, 2016
Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends GIVEAWAY!!
Ripley's Booklist, a great source of curated YA and New Adult Science Fiction and Fantasy discount books, is sponsoring a Fairy Tales, Myths and Legends Giveaway! The Grand Prize winner receives:
A $75 Amazon Gift Card!!9 Print Books, including a signed copy of Sanyare: The Last Descendant!1 Audio Book4 eBooksEnter here!
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