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February 6, 2018
February 5, 2018
It’s A Book Birthday #Giveaway
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Can you believe it? One week from today on February 12th, we mark one year since TRAVELER hit bookstore shelves and I became a traditionally published author. Wow, what a year it’s been since! I’ve had a book launch party, been to numerous book signings, mentored young author groups, been interviewed for blogs and podcasts, and somehow found time to write the sequel (DREAMER hits the shelves on April 10th).
I’ve learned so much in this year, from my editor, from my readers, and from the little voices inside that keep me up at night, thinking up plot twists and flooding my head with snippets of dialogue. Being a writer – a real, bona-fide, “my book is in bookstores” writer was a dream come true and a massive life journey. I’m so glad I’m continuing it and I’m hard at work on what’s coming next
In order to celebrate one year of fully-endorsed mainstream writer-hood, I’m giving away this awesome package:
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One signed copy of TRAVELER
Two journals made just for writers, with special writing prompts
One beautiful floral-design pen
One set of inspirational book page flags
How do you enter?
Shout out TRAVELER with a post and a pic on Twitter, Tumblr or Instagram (any pic of the cover or a RT/Repost of this giveaway) and hashtag it with #travelerbookbday so I can find you.
Winner will be chosen at random on Monday, February 12th.
Thanks so much for making my first year with TRAVELER such a good one. Here’s to many more years full of many more stories!
February 2, 2018
#FanArt Friday! A Cup Of Tea & A Good Book
Many thanks to @dreaminginpages for this gorgeous Instagram tableau! LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!
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February 1, 2018
Shhhhh! It’s A Surprise!
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DETAILS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH!
January 29, 2018
Presenting: My Latest Aesthetic For DREAMER
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So, what’s going to happen in DREAMER? What sort of worlds will Jessa travel to – and what sort of Jessa will she be when she gets there? Here’s a sneak peek of some of the adventures waiting on the other side of that mirror . . .
January 26, 2018
Kiss The Book Reviews TRAVELER
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Big thanks to Samantha at Kiss The Book for her very complimentary review of TRAVELER!
Kiss the Book is a book review site to help school librarians at any K-12 level find books for their classes and libraries. Their reviews are written by school library professionals and vetted student reviewers, so this is a very treasured thumbs-up.
Here’s an excerpt:
Teens will be instantly drawn into this irresistible read. What girl could resist your dream-guy come to life? Especially in pirate form? The other realities Jessa visits are thought-provoking possibilities about the choices we make and how it changes our lives. The plot is intricate and the pacing is fast. Recommend to both contemporary and fantasy readers.
They also rate the book for age-appropriateness, and it turns out my book has 34 swears. I guess “crap” counts as a swear word. Who knew? I promise, nothing stronger than hell or damn, if that’s a concern.
Read the entire review (and check out Kiss The Book’s other recommendations) HERE.
January 24, 2018
“Here. Let me show you something . . .”
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Finn reaches out, taking both my hands in his, and sets his chin down on my shoulder as he instructs me. I can feel his cheek rubbing against mine, the stubble of the slight beard he has here. I have to remember to breathe.
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From: TRAVELER
Topic: “Show”
January 23, 2018
Tidbit Tuesday: Finn And Jessa Talk Shoes & Romance
In this excerpt from DREAMER, Finn and Jessa have a little heart-to-heart . . .
“Penny for your thoughts,” he says, rolling onto his side to face me. I roll as well, and we’re just about nose-to-nose.
“You owe me a fortune by now,” I say.
“I’d pay it, and gladly. I can see the play of thoughts across your face, but in many ways you’re still such a mystery. What’s funny?” he asks as he sees my lips twitch into a smile.
“You think I’m a mystery, and I feel like I’ve known you forever. Like we’re two old shoes sitting side by side in the same closet.”
“I’m an old shoe?” He makes an exaggerated face. “Well, that’s not very romantic, is it?”
“It’s romantic,” I defend myself. “It’s wildly romantic. Not everyone gets the luxury of growing old together.”
He bites his lip. “No, I suppose they don’t.”
They have a lot more to say to each other, but you’ll just have to wait. DREAMER will be on the shelves April 10th, but you can pre-order your copy now!
January 19, 2018
Fan Art Friday! Check Out The Pretty!
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Been meaning to post this one for awhile – isn’t it gorgeous!
I love the color scheme and all the reflective surfaces in this one.
Credit for this Instagram photo goes to jabberwowie. Thanks so much for this!
January 18, 2018
Announcing One Terrific Author Event!
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Southeast PA/Philly ‘burbs, we’re coming your way! I’ll be appearing with a few of my fellow MacMillan/Swoon Reads authors on February 18th at in Wayne, PA for a live discussion, readings and book signings!
Don’t miss the fun with Katy Upperman, Sandy Hall, Karole Cozzo, Devon Taylor and yours truly as we discuss all things writing and then be sure to stick around for some book reading and book signing, as well!
Put it on your calendars – one month and counting!!
