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March 14, 2017
Reviews! Reviews! Reviews!
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I got a whole slew of recent reviews, so rather than shout them out daily and look like I’m totally full of myself, I’ll link them all here.
Thanks so all these great bloggers for reading! And reviewing!
Adventures in Writing’s Review of TRAVELER
Betwixt These Pages’ Review of TRAVELER
The Lit Buzz’s Review of TRAVELER
And an excerpt featuring the real star of the book: Glitter Mousse!!
Loves Great Reads Features An Excerpt From TRAVELER
March 13, 2017
“You won’t easily be forgotten, Jessa.”
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He reaches for my hand, bringing it to his lips. I stare at him a moment, trying hard not to like him so much. He’s entirely too charming, this Finn. And he knows it, too.
#LoveLines
From: TRAVELER
Topic: “Charming”
March 9, 2017
My Author Interview Is Up At Adventures In YA Publishing
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I had the pleasure of being interviewed over at Adventures in YA Publishing! Tune in to hear me talk about book inspiration, the publishing process, my ‘other’ self, and what’s coming next!
Catch the whole interview here.
March 8, 2017
What’s Up Wednesday – I Have Been A Busy Bee
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I had fully intended to post a cool deleted scene from Traveler yesterday, but the day got away from me. Look for that next week on “Tidbit Tuesday.”
Today, I’ll give you the scoop on what’s ahead.
First, I’ve got two new book signings to add to the list:
Barnes & Noble in Plymouth Meeting, PA 1-4pm
Barnes & Noble in Wyomissing, PA 1-4 pm
And stay tuned for more! I’ll also be popping up all over the place on a couple of different blog tours in the near future, so stay tuned for guest posts, interviews and excerpts – I’ll link to all of them as they go up.
In and around all of this, I’m putting the finishing touches on DREAMER, and scribbling here and there on the book that will follow it. Right now, I’ve got three warring in my brain. Here’s a breakdown – I’d be interested in knowing which one you’d like to read first:
An epic YA fantasy adventure based on the mythology of ancient Ireland – specifically the Tuatha de Danann, a race of superbeings/deities in ancient Ireland who existed in a parallel ‘otherworld.’ I’m sending a modern girl there on a quest, and there will be serious bad-assery, tons of snark, and so many plot twists your head will spin.
A YA Sci-Fi thriller with psychological components, involving a girl who has night terrors and the people (and things) she meets within those dark dreams.
A mystical YA fantasy about a magical realm, a dying mage, and the girl who must carry the story contained within his last breath.
So whatta ya think? Do any of those sound intriguing? Comment below and let me know!
March 6, 2017
“Be careful,” he says. . .
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“I’ll do my best,” I promise.
But I wonder how long that’ll last.
Whoever is after me is getting braver—and closer.
#LoveLines
From: TRAVELER
Topic: “Courage”
March 3, 2017
I’m Coming To Barnes & Noble!
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That’s right – mark your calendars!
I’ll be signing books at Barnes & Noble in Plymouth Meeting, PA – suburban Philadelphia on April 1st from 1pm until they’re tired of looking at me.
If you’re in the area, stop by and see me! I’d love to meet you!
March 2, 2017
Guest Blog: Fantastic Book Ideas And Where To Find Them
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Writer’s block got you down? Feeling a little creatively stunted? Check out my guest blog at Musings of Eternal Dreamers:
Fantastic Book Ideas And Where To Find Them: 5 Ways To Up Your Inspiration Game
February 28, 2017
She rolled on her back, staring up at the trees . . .
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The leaves were soft like snow, brushing her cheeks and
pillowing her body. The sun was pale, but she felt its warmth.
#2bitTues
From: TRAVELER
Topic: “Seasons”
February 27, 2017
My First Book Signing – And I Had A Blast!
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That’s me!
That’s actually me, doing a reading from my book! The book that I wrote! The one on the shelves! (I know I’m babbling, but it still seems a bit surreal.)
I had my first author event on Friday at Towne Book Center, with a terrific crowd and delicious glittery cake pops and the best damn coffee of my life!
Special thanks to the staff at Towne Book Center who were warm and welcoming – they also extended an invitation to their Young Writer’s Group, so I had a few of their members in attendance as well. They asked the best questions!
I also want to give a big thank you to my Swoon sister, Karole Cozzo for attending and for taking my picture for all posterity!
And of course, I want to take a moment to thank my family (my kids are amazing. Have I mentioned that? ‘Cause they are), my friends, and my fans (Val, I still can’t believe you drove all that way – thank you SO much) for making Friday one of the best nights of my life.
I am livin’ the author life and lovin’ it. You have no idea how much.
Next author event at Barnes & Noble in April – details coming soon!!
February 24, 2017
Book Signing Tonight! Stop By And See Me!
Just a reminder that tonight is my author event at Towne Book Center in Collegeville, PA at 7pm. If you’re in the Philly area and feel like checking out their new wine bar (and seeing me signing books with my awesome custom-made pen), be sure and drop in!
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