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December 7, 2023
Exciting Book Updates Plus Art Reveal
It’s finally December and you know what that means–holiday festivities, colder weather, and lots of writing time as I put the finishing touches on Rising Dawn! We are all wrapped up in the busy holiday season, but I have been hard at work finishing Rising Dawn. Release day is almost here! I am so excited for this book to be out in the world in January! I have some exciting updates to share on the Rising Dawn and King’s Bride audiobook release, some amazing sales, preorder incentives, and even some new artwork.
The King’s Bride’s audiobook release is less than a month away (woohoo!!), and will be available on Audible on January 2nd. Preorder your audiobook now and submit your proof of preorder to receive a beautiful new art print by @camillelou_illustration and holographic sticker. Reveal coming soon!
As a bonus, all audiobook preorder submissions will be entered in a raffle to win a Jokull & Suneva pin, designed by the talented @buchinelle. The pins are absolutely stunning and I think you’re going to love them!
Announcing the Chronicles of Urn exclusive pin collection!
These beautiful King’s Bride pins are four inches tall with a pin on pin design featuring a pearl finish and glass gradient background. They will be available in two variants, Nigh and Day. Pins will be sold individually or in a pair with a keepsake box. Does this mean King’s Kiss will get a pin set? Absolutely!
Mark your calendars, because Rising Dawn officially releases on January 16, 2024! Don’t forget to submit your proof of preorder to get your free swag. If you preordered directly from my shop, you don’t need to submit a form.
If you want a chance to preorder the exclusive edition, there will be a few extra books and boxes after initial preorders have been released. Sign up for the waitlist under the store listing in the shop to be notified.
Zev Art Reveal!Also, we have some gorgeous new Zev art by @camillelou_illustration, now available in the shop! How dreamy is this?!
Ladies, when I saw this piece of work I may have squealed. Zev looks absolutely feral and I love it! 😍
It’s December and you know what that means… holiday sales!
Use code CANDYCANE20 for the Christmas sale to save 20% on everything in the store, now through December 30th
Use code TREE10 to save 10% on all preorders, now through December 30th
And finally, I’m excited to share that I’m expanding my team to welcome my new PA, Sarah (@thebookishmusician). This is going to be a huge help with all of the organization, deadlines, and everything else that goes into the book process.
Hi everyone! My name is Sarah, and I’m so excited to be joining Beck’s team as her new PA! I’ve been a fan of Beck’s books since I discovered them in 2021, and I’m thrilled to get to help her with all of the behind the scenes action. There are so many exciting things coming up for both of the Guardians of the Maiden and Chronicles of Urn series and it’s going to be a great year ahead! You can reach me on Instagram and TikTok as
@thebookishmusician
, or by emailing
sarah@beckmichaels.com
.
I don’t know about you guys, but I’m SO excited to return to the world of Urn and to share more about these little moments between the characters.
Dyna and Cassiel are my favorite grumpy/sunshine duo, but I just realized Lucenna and Klyde fall into that trope too, with all their snappy banter and moments of tension mixed with humor. Lucenna’s character has become such a vital part of the group, and we still have even more to learn about her background and story in Rising Dawn.
Thank you all for loving and supporting my books… and get excited, because it’s almost release day! That is all I have for now, darlings. If you celebrate, have a Merry Christmas!
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
Beck
November 20, 2023
Black Friday Deals
I am coming out of my writer’s cave to bring you Novembers newsletter, along with the huge sales going for the Guardians series this week. Kicking off with a bang, I have an incredible ebook offer for you. Not only is Divine Blood FREE, but both Bonded Fate AND Shattered Souls are less than a dollar.
It’s the first time I have ever discounted book 2 and 3 that low. The offer is available for Amazon US only until Friday. But worry not, I have more deals for my international residents as well.
Black Friday Sale
November 20th - 24th
Preorders are marked down 10% off
In-hand books are marked down 30% off
Save 40% on all merch with code MERCH40
I have never offered a shop discount this low before, folks. Take advantage now to stock up any items or books you may have had your eye on. Snag that Cassiel plushie or King’s Bride page overlays. Not to mention some of the limited edition items that will not be seen again like book sleeves and mugs! Please note, since we are running this already big sale, no other discount codes will apply.
Why are they discounted so low? I need to make room for all the new merchandise coming to the shop in the spring!
🎉BONUS GIFT: Any order over $5 made during the 20th -24th will receive a FREE new print of Dyna and all her Guardians. Art by @kimbrogram.
It’s a little spoilery for those who have not caught up on the series yet, so scroll to the end of this email if you want to see it!
I am in a “run off into the forest and hope I find a doorway into a magical land” kind of mood. We are headed to Greenwood, folks. I have enjoyed myself discovering new cities and meeting new characters in the Land of Urn as I write Rising Dawn. I look forward to introducing them to you soon.
I am still in love with the newest item added to my shelves. @shopambrosiaandhoney did a perfect job capturing the picturesque landscape of the Vale of the Elves with this stunning window. The dynalya flower sigil is my favorite detail!
The exclusive edition book box for Rising Dawn is still on schedule. Box items are beginning to fill my office. I expect everything to get here by the end of December. The book itself will be the last item to arrive. As long as there are no printing or painting delays, I expect boxes to ship between late January-early February. Single exclusives are expected to ship at the same time, along with Greenwood windows and print packs.
☘️ Friendly reminder, if you have placed an order that contains a pre-order item, your package will ship once all items become available. ☘️
Bummed you missed on out the exclusive edition of Rising Dawn? I ordered extra books and box merch as well. Those will be available after all preorders have shipped! Sign up for the waitlist under the listings to be notified.
Major news for my King’s Bride fans!
The audiobook is here and it will finally hit Audible on January 2nd! I will post the preorder link soon, plus a special offer for you on New Years week.
FaeCrate has confirmed that book boxes for their King’s Bride special edition should begin shipping by the end of this month. Im super excited to see how beautiful they turned out.
Psst, I have a secret. If you missed out on FaeCrates edition, I am collaborating with another book box on a third special edition of King’s Bride. It will have all the bells and whistles AND a bonus chapter with Rune’s POV. More info on that soon. For now, check out the King’s Kiss highlight reel on my Instagram page for a tiny early peek at that bonus chapter’s first paragraph. 🤫
Pin reveal and plans for the Chronicles series coming in my next newsletter.
I love how sweet and protective Zev is of Dyna. He is the big brother she always deserved. 💕
That is all I have for now, darlings. If you celebrate, have a great Thanksgiving.
Keep scrolling if you want a sneak peek of the new Guardians print! Be advised, it does contain spoilers revealed in Shattered Souls. I would hold off if you haven’t caught up on the series yet.
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
Beck
October 10, 2023
Rising Dawn Release Date
I have been dealing with some personal stuff in my life that has really affected my mental health and caused so many delays in my writing progress with Rising Dawn. The one thing I really hate is disappointing my readers, so I continued hoping I could to meet my deadline, but I had to come to terms with the fact that I won’t make November’s intended release date.
Could I do finish in a month? Probably… if I sacrifice my health and neglect my family. All things I am not willing to do. I’ve come to accept that missing my deadline is not a failure. I am simply taking the time to give this book the care it deserves. That goes for me, too.
I know it’s not ideal, and I am so sorry for any disappointment this may cause. I would love to get my books in your hands much faster, but this is what’s best for now. I hope you won’t be too upset with me.
I love this story and I love my readers. The quality of the work I put out there has always been important to me and that will never change. So that being said, the new release date for Rising Dawn is January 16th, 2024.
What does this mean for you?
💚Amazon has canceled and refunded all ebook preorders. A new listing to preorder the ebook again will be available sometime today and linked on the Guardians webpage or in through link in my Instagram bio. Everyone who submitted their receipts will still receive their swag gift.
💚Website preorders for regular, exclusive editions, book boxes, print packs and windows will ship late January to February.
💚Street Team eARCS and PR ARCS will move over to late December. For newsletter subscribers, I might be able to release the first three chapters of Rising Dawn on Christmas!
💚The shop will temporarily close, but Rising Dawn will still be available for preorder if you want to take advantage of the swag gift offer.
What does this mean for me?
The new release date will cause a shift in my schedule for the next books planned for both Chronicles and Guardians. King’s Kiss will likely become a summer release instead of spring, then GOTM 5 will release late 2025. It’s been nonstop writing and publishing since the release of Divine Blood. I need a little break.
Of course, I will still be here keeping you updated on everything behind the scenes with new snippets, merch, and art. Speaking of, check out the glorious art I have for you below!
Swoon with me over one of the most beautiful art pieces I have ever commissioned. @selenada.art has officially become my favorite artist because look at this stunning work. I swear she paints with magic in every stroke. The colors, the details, THE WAY HE IS LOOKING AT HER. My boy, Klyde, is smitten. How could he not be when Lucenna is absolutely beautiful. And doesn’t he look so handsome all cleaned up? I still can’t stop staring at it.
I don’t have a title for this artwork yet, but it will be featured in the Rising Dawn Print Pack, and it is from a scene in the book. I think you will be melting over what happens next. 🔮
GOTM merch:
Dyna plushie and dagger samples have arrived, and they look amazing. I will save that book box spoiler for the end of this email incase some of you may prefer to be surprised.
Other art commissions have been in the works for a bit now like new Zev art and a group illustration of all the Guardians.
Chronicles merch:
You know I also had to get more King’s Bride art and maybe a couple *cough* NSFW art for both book 1 and book 2. I saw the sketch for King’s Kiss exclusive under the dust jacket art and I might have screamed. 👀
I have also picked out the colors for Jokull and Sunneva’s pin! It’s big, it’s beautiful, and it’s magical. Reveal coming soon.
Oh, Cassiel. My poor sad boy. He made some bad choices, and believe me, he pays for them. Dyna does NOT take it easy on him. She is mean and petty and he grovels through all of it. ❤️🔥
Fun fact, Raiden was mentioned in Shattered Souls. (insert winky GIF here). Keep scrolling for box spoilers below!
That is all I have for now, darlings. Thank you so much for everything.
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
Beck
Isn’t she adorable!? Dyna pairs up perfectly with our grumpy Celestial. Her dress matches her outfit in the Rising Dawn artwork of her and Cassiel in the dynalya garden.
And those daggers! They are double sided with a pearl swirl finish on the hilts.
I’ll have an option to purchase both items separately after all box preorders have shipped. ✨
September 15, 2023
I Have Amazing News … And Some Bad News
Fall is coming and I am so ready for the leaves to change and for all the holiday decorations. Life is always busy for me around the desk with new things coming like new merch, new art, and new books! But sometimes, it’s not always all sunshine and rainbows. Settle in everything because I have lots to share today in this month’s blog post.
First things first, I have to share some bad news. Earlier this month, my printer announced a discount increase authors must give to bookstores to continue having our books available for sale in their stores. Unfortunately, that is forcing many authors like myself to increase book prices merely to continue earning a living off our books. It’s very upsetting because we already struggle to stay competitive in affordability against traditional book prices, not to mention there was an increase earlier this year due to paper costs.
What does this mean for you? Both hardbacks and paperbacks in US bookstores will reflect this new pricing. This change may cause concern among my readers, but there is hope. International readers can take a sigh of relief as this price adjustment is US only. Furthermore, I want to assure my readers that I will maintain the current book prices on my website and on Amazon paperbacks.
This situation is unfortunate and I apologize for any inconvenience it may cause. I am actively seeking ways to make my books more accessible to everyone. Your support and understanding are greatly appreciated.
Exclusive Editions
Now on to the good news! Will there be a second chance to purchase the Rising Dawn exclusive editions? The short answer is yes! They will be limited though, so make sure to sign up for the waitlist under the store listing to be notified when they become available after all preorders have shipped.
Speaking of exclusive editions, if you missed out on the King's Bride exclusive by FaeCrate, you'll get another chance to order yours TOMORROW AT 5PM EST.
The first drop sold out in four hours, so mark your calendars and set your alarms to be ready! ✨🥀
What makes these books special?
✨ A jaw-dropping EXCLUSIVE ALL-NEW cover on a beautiful jacket with gorgeous details by @merwildandco depicting Jokull in his godly form.
✨ Exclusive foiled hardcover design by @duckhymn
✨ Exclusive stenciled page edges designed by @merwildandco
✨ A signed bookplate
Check it out below!
Art Reveal 
I present before the court, Lord Rawn Norrlen of Greenwood! Everyone, please stand and give him and the lovely Stella (@petit_kitsune) a round of applause. Her talent never fails to leave me swooning.
Look at him! 😍 Rawn is the sweet elf daddy of the Guardian group. Full of wisdom, this honorable warrior is quick with a bow, lethal with a blade, and completely dedicated to his family. For those who didn’t know, he was inspired by my girl crush on Legolas when I was younger lol.
We will get to see more of this Guidelander’s POV in Rising Dawn and learn more about his backstory and his family.
🏹 The print is included in the Rising Dawn Print Pack!
Shop News
We are holding a Labor Day Sale all month in the Shop! Now is the perfect time to stock up on your favorites and snag limited edition items a grumpy Cassiel plushie as we make room for new merch coming soon!
🎉Save 15% on books with code: BOOKDEAL15
🎉Save 20% on merch with code: LABORDAY20
🎉All pins are marked down and buy 1 get 1 FREE. No code necessary.
SHOP DROPS:
✨ King’s Bride vellum page overlays by @sallteas are back in stock!
✨ So excited to share we will soon get a Jokull and Sunneva pin! Designed by @butchinelle
Now for a Rising Dawn teaser!
I really love Dyna. I'm so proud of how far my girl has come. Her character has gone through so much and she only keeps changing as she grows and perseveres. She's a whole new person in Rising Dawn. A little reckless, a little violent, and a little bit mad.
Each book I write is a challenge, and Rising Dawn is no different. From prose, to new POVs, and heartbreaking themes, this book really does take my whole heart. Sometimes, it’s difficult to write because it’s hard on me to see these characters I love go through so much. It’s a journey of a lifetime and I have a feeling I will come out of it differently at the end, too.
Amazon Preorder | Shop Preorder | Preorder Gift
The Rising Dawn preorder gift pins have arrived, and they came out perfect! The Dassiel preorder print looks so pretty next to them. Don’t forget to submit your preorder receipts on my website to receive your gift, which will ship after release.
That is all I have for now, darlings. Thank you for your unwavering support. It has truly made a world of difference to me. I am filled with immense gratitude and joy as I look towards the future and all the exciting things that lie ahead.
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
Beck Michaels
August 1, 2023
Rising Dawn Book Box Preorder Info
How has your summer been? I’ve been working away on the next big thing I have planned for you, which I know a lot of you have been excitedly waiting for. What am I talking about? The Rising Dawn Exclusive Edition Book Box! This newsletter holds all of the info on what to expect, alternate cover reveal if you haven’t seen it yet, hints on box items, and two new art reveals! Strap in and let’s get to it.
First things first, I have to show this new art of Cassiel and Dyna by @Selenada.art! I get emotional every time I see this piece. It is absolutely beautiful and you can feel the love in the way they look at each other. I am amazed by the captured mood, the setting, the dynalya flowers, and every single detail from their expressions to their clothing. Selena brought the magic and it shows.
Paperback and ebook preorders will receive this beautiful holographic print. Hardbacks as well once pins have run out. Don't forget to submit your preorder receipts on my website to get your gift. (If you pre-order from my shop, print/pin is included and you don’t need to fill out a form.)
Offer available until November 6th or while supplies last. Open for US and international.
Amazon Ebook | Paperback/Hardback | Gift Form
First words out of my mouth when I saw this was OH MY GAWD. The colors. The wings. The landscape. The Dynalya flowers. The details. Cassiel and Dyna! Everything about this piece is beautiful. When I invited @cebanart to design the exclusive edition cover art for Rising Dawn, she went above and beyond!
Can we appreciate Cassiel showing off his fabulous hair? Lol Here is your hint that there will be a time jump since Shattered Souls. It’s refreshing to see Dyna out of a dress for once too. The background is a hint for where our Guardians are headed to next. Can you guess?
Now for the really good stuff. I finally get to reveal the exclusive alternate cover for Rising Dawn! How stunning and elegant the cover looks with Dynalya flowers, and it pairs beautifully with the gorgeous hardcover art by @cebanart .
✨Exclusive Edition Pre-Orders✨Everything you need to know:💚 Pre-order for the Rising Dawn exclusive edition and book box drops August 11th at 10AM EST for newsletter subscribers. VIP members will get first access at 9:30AM EST. Both lists will receive an email with a special password to access the store at their respective times.
If you ordered a box last year, you were automatically added to the VIP list. Anyone purchasing the Rising Dawn box this year will also be added to the list. While we will have a limited amount of boxes and editions available on pre-order day, there will be enough books for the newsletter list to have a chance to order the exclusive editions before the store opens to the public on August 12th.
💚All books will come signed with glittery sprayed edges by @bookish_signs, alternate cover, interior artwork, with inverted chapter headers, and a bonus chapter. POV to be revealed.
💚 There will be two purchase options:
Book box with the exclusive edition and all the goodies.
Exclusive edition BOOK ONLY without box merch (It will still include the holographic Dassiel print and bookmark)
Having only two purchase options is to make it easier on me and you. The packaging team consist of only my husband and I, so having only one box to keep track of will help tremendously in shipping orders in a timely manner. It also offers a much more affordable option for those who do not want merch. There will be a print pack option available separately with all the Rising Dawn prints, plus a surprise limited edition item!
💚 Open internationally. As long as I can ship to you.
💚 Due to limited quantity, orders are restricted to one of each edition per person. Any double orders of the same edition will be canceled! Please reach out to my team if you need help with this matter to avoid having your order canceled.
💚 Book boxes and single Rising Dawn exclusive editions are estimated to ship between December to January via USPS.
💚Pre-order will be on my website only. Payments can be made through standard CC, PayPal, and Afterpay.
💚 Any cancelation request must be emailed within 48 hours of pre-ordering. Unfortunately, cancelations will not be accepted after. Chargebacks will result in being banned from any future purchases.
💚 Discount codes are not eligible on the boxes.
💚SHIPPING: Shipping costs have gone up significantly this year with all mail carriers and this will reflect at check out. For US residents, single editions will ship with media mail. Priority will be used for boxes. For international residents: shipping for single editions will be at minimum $20. Price will change based on location or if more books are purchased together. We suggest using a forwarding service to help save on costs.
🗝️✨Twilight & Secrets Box✨🗝️🌹Rising Dawn EXCLUSIVE EDTION
🌹ALTERNATE COVER with Dynalya flowers
🌹Full wrap ARTWORK on the hardcover case by @cebanart
🌹Shimmery green SPRAYED EDGES
🌹BONUS CHAPTER
🌹INVERTED DECORATIVE CHAPTER HEADERS
🌹 INTERIOR ARTWORK
🌹AUTHOR SIGNATURE
🌹MERCH: Large Dassiel enamel pin by @brioandbrandish, glittery Rawn candle by @nightshade.candles, Metal bookmark @no0nedesigns, an adorable Dyna plushie to match our previous Cassiel plushie, and three more curated exclusive items to be revealed!
💚 PRINT PACK ART HAUL:
✨THREE PRINTS and OVERLAYS by @cebanart
✨THREE SPOILER PRINTS by @lulybot
✨ TWO PORTRAITS and a SOILER PRINT by @morgnana0anagrom
✨KLYCENNA PRINT by @mageonduty
✨TWO RAWN and AERINA PRINTS by @petit_kitsune
✨FIVE NEW CHARACTER CARDS (set 11-15) by @lavvui
✨DASSIEL GARDEN HOLO PRINT by @selenada.art
(20 prints total!)
Box Price $175 USD
The print pack will be in the book box and sold separately. A perfect option for those who don’t get the book box. It will only be offered at this discounted price during the pre-order!
PRINT PACK: $60
✨Vendor Reveal✨(spoilers below!)
I am pleased to announce a special collaboration with @shopambrosiaandhoney. Together, we have created something truly unique: a window of a glimpse in the Land of Urn. Where our Guardians are headed has been teased all month so you may already have guessed it. The window will be of the Greenwood Kingdom!
Reveal coming on August 11th.
This extraordinary item is not part of our regular box, but rather a separate special purchase available exclusively during the preorder period. The windows are limited editions that will not be sold again, making them truly one-of-a-kind. They will make a perfect edition to your bookshelves.
Once they are sold out, they will not be restocked.
Greenwood Window: $70Mark your calendars and set your alarms! The boxes and exclusives are limited and they will go very fast. Pre-order will end August 30th or until sold out. I’ll share more vendor spoilers in my Instagram stories throughout the month. The shop will be closed from August 7th to the 10th to prepare for the preorder.
Once the pre-order closes, there will be no further restocks available for this exclusive. Please note that previous exclusive editions will not be sold again. I apologize for any disappointment this may cause. This decision has been made to allow us more time to focus on quality and new projects for the future. We appreciate your understanding.
Use the CONTACT form to submit any questions.
All hail the Queen! ✨️👑
Dyna is bringing that royal bad B energy in Rising Dawn. I'm so proud of my girl and how much she's grown in this series. Out of everyone, she's changed the most.
That is all I have for now, darlings. Thank you for being a part of our journey. Your continued support means the world to me. I can’t express how thrilled I am about all the new things coming. Keep scrolling for more exciting news!
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
Beck
Other Fun StuffKing’s Bride Special edition paperback is out now! Check out the special edition page for all the store links.
Super excited to share that King’s Bride has officially been picked up by an audiobook publisher! Audiobook will be coming soon.
Since I know I will be asked, yes there will be a white Rising Dawn paperback. Release will come in the winter.
King’s Bride prints and overlays are now available in the shop!
I am down to only 6 pins left! Once they sell out, they won’t be back. Pre-order a hardback copy of Rising Dawn
HERE
to qualify!
July 3, 2023
Rising Dawn Cover Reveal
It’s finally here! I am thrilled to present to you the fourth book in the Guardians of the Maiden series, Rising Dawn! I am completely in love with the jeweled green tones. It’s my new favorite.
They look so beautiful together! To celebrate my upcoming release, I am holding a giveaway on Instagram. Enter for a chance to win a Cassiel plushie!
I also have an amazing surprise for Rising Dawn’s preorder offer!
Rising Dawn is an emotionally charged book as the Guardians find themselves grappling with the consequences of their actions. This is a journey of growth everyone. Besides a certain reunion (we all knew it was coming), the book will take us into fascinating places as the Guardians venture into the western side of Urn, encountering new kingdoms and intriguing characters along the way.
Can you guess where Dyna and the Guardians are headed to next? There were some hints sprinkled in Shattered Souls.
As a special treat for my readers, I am excited to announce an exclusive pre-order offer. For a limited time, readers who order a hardcover copy of Rising Dawn from my website will receive a gorgeous enamel pin designed by the talented @brioandbrandish.
This offer is only available while supplies last. I highly recommend placing your order as soon as possible to avoid missing out. Once the enamel pins are gone, the pre-order offer will switch to the swag gift below.
Paperback and ebook preorders will receive a beautiful holographic print. Art to be revealed! (If you pre-order from my shop, print/pin is included and you don’t need to fill out a form.)
Offer available until November 6th or while supplies last. Open for US and international.
Amazon - Ebook Shop - Print Preorder Offer
What’s NextI know everyone is anxiously waiting for this announcement! The Rising Dawn exclusive edition book box will be up for preorder in August. Next month’s newsletter will have all the details like the preorder date, shop times, which vendors have joined us and possibly a peek at the Dyna plushie. This box is going to be full of fun goodies.
And because I know I will be asked, yes there will be a white paperback Rising Dawn, too. It will be available sometime this winter.
King’s Bride prints and overlays are now available for preorder in the shop. The stunning artwork is by @sallteas and she did amazing! The dance scene came out magical and gives me all the Beauty and the Beast vibes.
The King’s Bride special edition paperback will up this month. Keep an eye on my Facebook or Instagram for the announcement.
That is all I have for now, darlings. I am super excited for the things to come and I can’t wait to share it with you. Keep scrolling for a freebie offer!
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
Beck
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HERE
June 21, 2023
What’s Going on Behind the Desk
How has your summer been? Mine has been busy! So much has been going on behind the scenes as I plan many more books to come, the campaign for Rising Dawn, and new merch coming to the shop. I have a lot to update you on in this month’s newsletter, so settle in.
King’s Bride released on May 23rd and the day was phenomenal. I had so much fun with everyone during the release day party. I am so grateful for everyone’s support and reviews. This was a new book in a new series and genre, so I didn’t know what to expect, but the response has been amazing.
King’s Bride got a #1 New Release tag on Amazon. Thank you so much!
Amazon | Signed Copy | Barnes&Noble | Books-a-Million | Waterstones
It took me a little bit, but I am finally done shipping out all King’s Bride pre-orders with their swag goodies. Ebook swag was mailed out too.
Update: King’s Bride exclusive edition with BookishSignsWe remain on schedule. Books are estimated to begin shipping mid-July. We are only waiting on the last couple pieces of art by @Sallteas that will be featured in the book, and they are almost done. Here is a little peek below!
The art by @sallteas will also be available as prints and overlays in the shop soon. The overlays will both fit the paperback and hardback of both the regular and exclusive edition. I also have plans for King’s Bride pin.
And because I am not done showering you with special news, I have another announcement! I have been asked over and over for a special edition paperback of King’s Bride with the cover art, so you’re getting it!
The special edition paperback will be available next month on Amazon and Barnes&Noble. Links will be conveniently located on the special edition web page added to my website.
What’s next in the Chronicles of Urn series?Book two! King’s Kiss is coming in early 2024. When I saw the finished artwork, I swooned. Salome knocked it out of the park again. I love it so much and it’s very hard to keep it to myself. (You can find a hint of who book two will be about on the Chronicles page, but it’s a spoiler if you haven’t read King’s Bride yet.)
I should be taking a break from writing but that lasted about a week. I am already starting on Rising Dawn. It’s slow drafting without pressure. Just letting things flow while I enjoy my summer. If you follow me on Instagram, I have been sharing some snippets from my WIP in my stories, which are saved to my highlights. (Cassiel’s spoiler snippet was shared in the Guardians Facebook page) I am super excited for this book and I can already tell it will be an emotional one as the Guardians learn to heal and to forgive. I can’t wait to share more with you.
Cover reveal is July 3rd along with a synopsis and release date.
I have a special pre-order gift planned for you too!
Will there be a Rising Dawn exclusive edition? Absolutely! I already have artists lined up with some new ones like @cebanart and @ghostinthegvrden, plus previous favorites like @morgana0anagrom and @petit_kitsune. New merch will be featured in the book box plus a matching Dyna plushie to go with Cassiel’s. This box is going to be amazing! Pre-order coming later this summer.
When I took this photo yesterday I stared at it for a long time.
I made this.
With my own hands, my own mind, my hard work, and my determination I published four books. Plus eleven other editions. That’s not something small. Nor is it insignificant. I need to remind myself of that sometimes.
Lately, I have been feeling stagnant in my career as an author. I feel like I am not growing and improving as much as I should be. The journey of being a published author has been a mix of emotions for me. On one hand, it has been incredibly rewarding to see my books find success and reach readers all over the world. It's amazing to have found a community that supports and loves my stories. However, the journey has also had its fair share of challenges.
One of my biggest battles has been with impostor syndrome. This crippling voice lurks around me with each book, making me doubt my abilities and question whether I truly belong in this industry. It's a constant struggle, but a quote from Vinh Giang helped me push through. “Change the way you view impostor syndrome. It’s not your enemy. It’s your friend that’s telling you ‘don’t be sh*t. Don’t get complacent. Remember to keep getting better.”
Despite the ups and downs, the journey has been an amazing adventure. I am not a perfect writer, and I am still learning, but I made this. These pages carry my heart, my tears, and my dreams. And I will keep making more. My goal with every book I put out there is always to make each one better than the last.
To all of my readers, whether you have been with me from the beginning or joined recently, thank you all for being here with me. I'm excited for what the future holds and can't wait to continue sharing my stories with the world.
xoxo
Beck Michaels
May 23, 2023
King’s Bride is here!
King’s Bride is live (ebook and paperback) on Amazon. Hardbacks are still pending. Swag gift is extended until Thursday!
Photo by @bookishelflife
Out now! Amazon | Hardback & Paperback | Pre-Order Gift
KING’S BRIDE FREEBIE!
Click the link to download a coloring page of Sunneva and Jokull!
Art by Noemi Corpus
May 17, 2023
Five Days Left!
Hey Guardians!
We are just FIVE DAYS away from the release of King’s Bride! Where has the time gone? I’ve been locked up in my writer’s cave finishing up the book and getting everything ready for release day. Keep scrolling for some fun stuff, plus a free ebook!
Join us on Facebook to celebrate the release of King’s Bride. We’ll have fun game challenges for a chance to win prizes like swag and signed copies of the book. Will be held in the Guardians group on May 23rd at 12pm EST.
FACEBOOK GROUP
Swag is here! All pre-orders come with a print of Jokull and Sunneva by @morgana0anagrom (author letter on the back), sticker (bookplate with ebooks), and a double sided bookmark. Hardback pre-orders made on my website will include a rose wax seal and the Winter Rose print by @allexandracurte.
King’s Bride is available for preorder as an ebook on Amazon. Hardbacks and paperbacks will be uploaded this weekend everywhere books are sold. If there is a delay with the print books not appearing online in time before release day, I will extend the preorder gift an extra three days, but keep in mind the offer is only while supplies last.
When the story of Jökull and Sunnëva first came to me while writing Bonded Fate, I had no idea what it would become. I only knew that it had to be told. I’ve always wanted to write a Beauty and the Beast fairytale, and for it to mean something to every reader.
King’s Bride is a love story about healing the scars in your heart, about grieving over what you lost and never had, about growing and forgiving yourself. It’s a dark tale based on impossibilities and how far you could go if you believe.
I embed a piece of heart and some of my tears in all of my books, because I grow with these characters and I heal with them, too. This was book was no different.
King’s Bride is funny, it’s dark, it's sad, it’s steamy and it might make you believe in happily ever after.
COMING MAY 23RD, 2023✨Friendly reminder: KING’S BRIDE is New Adult dark fantasy romance with explicit content. Please check trigger warnings. ✨
PRE-ORDER FROM SHOP PRE-ORDER FROM AMAZON SWAG GIFT
That is all for now! Next month I will hold the the cover reveal for Rising Dawn!
Until then, darlings.
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
Beck
April 11, 2023
King’s Bride ARC
How was your Easter weekend? I can’t believe it’s April already. We are just six weeks away from the release of King’s Bride! 😱
Lots of new things are coming! Last month I got to celebrate the release of Shattered Souls’ audiobook now available on Audible. I have been very busy lately with writing, planning out my book release schedule, and making plans for all the fun stuff I have for you coming soon.
April’s newsletter is all about what I have been up do and King’s Bride news. Like an ARC opportunity. 🎉
First news, the ebook for King’s Bride will have the beautiful art by Salome Totladze on the cover! It was just too beautiful to not display it further. Since she will do the artwork for all the Chronicle books going forward, it just made sense.
🥀I hope you enjoy this Beauty and the Beast retelling as much as I enjoyed writing it! If you haven’t heard, King’s Bride is the true story of Jokull and Sunneva’s legend and full of all the tropes you love. Enemies to lovers, arranged marriage, dagger to throat, close proximity, touch her and die, he falls first, and it is spicy. 🔥
King’s Bride is available for preorder as an ebook on Amazon. Print pre-orders are in my shop. They will be available everywhere else next month. Don’t forget to submit your receipts for free swag!
Here is my book map for the Chronicles series. Each standalone book follows a different couple and is based on a legend mentioned in the Guardians series. You may be able to guess a few of them. 😉
✨PSA: the Chronicles of Urn is a prequel series to the Guardians of the Maiden, but it is New Adult fantasy romance. While in the same world, it’s much darker and contains both triggering and explicit content. I just wanted to give a friendly warning to my readers who may not want to venture in that genre. I have written King’s Bride in a way that you won’t miss any major details if you decide to skip it or get spoilers if you read out of order.
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Exclusive Edition
🌹Mark your calendars and set your alarms. Next Monday, the exclusive edition of King’s Bride will be available to preorder from @bookish_signs!
It comes with an alternate white dust jacket, stenciled edges, inverted chapter headers exclusive to this edition, my signature, and hardcover art designed by @allexandracurte!
Pre orders open for this edition on 4/17 at 10am EST! Shipping June. First 100 orders will receive a shimmery Winter Rose print of the cover art.
The preorder will be available on BookishSignsandMore.comSign up under the store listing to be notified when the book goes on sale!
What’s Next
NEW ART:
Amazing news! I am so ecstatic to share with you that I have commissioned @sallteas to create art for King’s Bride page overlays. I absolutely love her work. This is the first time I am offering art in this format and I cannot wait. They will be available for pre-order soon! 🤩
BOOKS:
It’s been non-stop writing and planning for me since I fist published Divine Blood. I love what I do, but I sometimes get lost in my work and I have to remind myself to take care of myself, too. After King’s Bride, I will take a much needed summer vacation to recharge my brain. It needs to be in tip-top shape so I can keep writing those heart-wrenching plot lines. 🥹
Coming up first will be the German edition of Bonded Fate. I initially estimated a fall release, but I think the book will be out sometime in July.
After that comes the much awaited Rising Dawn! I hope you can forgive me after the ending of Shattered Souls. I promise I will make it up to you with book four. It’s in WIP form at the moment with scenes coming to me every day. The cover is finished and so beautiful! I will share that with you in June.
Let’s finish off with a teaser!
Coming May 23, 2023
PRE-ORDER SIGNED COPY PRE-ORDER FROM AMAZON PRE-ORDER SWAG GIFT ✨If you would like an opportunity to read an ARC of King’s Bride or sign up for a PR box, you can now apply below! Application closes April 30th.✨ KING'S BRIDE ARCPhew that was a long newsletter. Next time you hear from me, King’s Bride will be out in the world! Until then, darlings.
As always, stay safe and read good books,
xoxo
