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April 18, 2025

Book Cover Reveal

Picture Hello everyone,

You already know how excited I am to share any news for my upcoming book! I have already revealed the title and the blurb so I have one thing left to reveal - THE COVER.

This cover was designed by Madliart. She is also the designer for my cover for Wanted. She turned this drab idea into something I am so honored to call mine! For example, this is something I drew up in regards to what I wanted. Kind of boring and bland, right?

Before we get to the final design, I wanted to remind everyone what they can look forward to in regards to the Assassin Trials.​Innocent Paperback Giveaway (1 copy) on Goodreads: April 25th - May 25thMissing Paperback Giveaway (4 copies) on Goodreads: May 30th - June 29thWanted Paperback Giveaway (6 copies) on Goodreads: July 4th - August 3rdTHE ASSASSIN TRIALS IS OUT - August 8thThe Assassin Trials Ebook Giveaway (100 copies) on Goodreads: August 15th - September 13thThe Assassin Trials Paperback Giveaway on Goodreads: September 19th - October 18th This masterpiece below was designed and brainstormed by Madli and I. Picture UGH I LOVE IT!

What are your thoughts?
- Amy :)
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Published on April 18, 2025 19:00

April 11, 2025

Synopsis Reveal

Hello everyone,

So beyond excited to consistently share updates on the journey for this book to become what it is. I have already revealed the title of this book: The Assassin Trials.

Now, we will get the synopsis and tagline! As a reminder, here is how we are prepping for the book release. I cannot wait for you to see the book cover!Book cover reveal: April 18thInnocent Paperback Giveaway (1 copy) on Goodreads: April 25th - May 25thMissing Paperback Giveaway (4 copies) on Goodreads: May 30th - June 29thWanted Paperback Giveaway (6 copies) on Goodreads: July 4th - August 3rdBOOK IS OUT - August 8thNEW BOOK Ebook Giveaway (100 copies) on Goodreads: August 15th - September 13thNEW BOOK Paperback Giveaway on Goodreads: September 19th - October 18th In the battle to survive, trust no one... but can you even trust yourself? ​In a world where the government controls your every belief, refusing to comply can land you on the Assassin's List. Every year, families bid for their children to complete in the brutal trials to become elite assassins. Others are chosen against their will. They must survive seven deadly challenges - or be killed.

When Bridget is ripped from her family and erased from existence, she faces the ultimate test: prove herself or die. As the trials unfold, she catches the eye of Colt, a privileged contender who sees her as a threat. With only one goal - to be one of the last six standing - will Colt strike first, or can Bridget outwit and outlast them all?
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Published on April 11, 2025 20:30

April 4, 2025

Title Reveal

Hello everyone,

Today I am finally revealing the title to my new book!  I am so excited to reveal this as it was such a HARD secret for me to keep.

Before I tell you, I would like to remind that this book is coming out August 8th. To prepare for the book's release, here is a detailed timeline of what you can be expecting from me. I have added TWO giveaways for the new book after the release date!Synopsis reveal: April 11thBook cover reveal: April 18thInnocent Paperback Giveaway (1 copy) on Goodreads: April 25th - May 25thMissing Paperback Giveaway (4 copies) on Goodreads: May 30th - June 29thWanted Paperback Giveaway (6 copies) on Goodreads: July 4th - August 3rdBOOK IS OUT - August 8thNEW BOOK Ebook Giveaway (100 copies) on Goodreads: August 15th - September 13thNEW BOOK Paperback Giveaway on Goodreads: September 19th - October 18th
DRUM ROLL PLEASE... THE NEW BOOK TITLE IS The Assassin Trials What do you think it's about?
​- Amy :)
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Published on April 04, 2025 21:00

March 31, 2025

Monthly Reading Wrap-Up: March 2025

Hello everyone,

I have been reading SO MUCH LATELY! I'm not sure if this is a good or bad thing, but I am definitely dedicated. Unfortunately, I know my reading is going to slow down because it is becoming the end of the school year. So many activities are going on to the point I am extremely busy! Some things include two musical productions, my eighth grade's graduation, multiple field trips, and end of year activities.

I am also at a place where mentally I am not okay, but that is WHY I read so many books for March. They were my escape. I hope that's not sharing too much. Enjoy!

​- Amy :)
January 7th - March 1st Picture The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes
Suzanne Collins

Prequel to Hunger Games Books

5 stars

I am SHOCKED by how much I loved this book. I liked it more than the original Hunger Games books. It was interesting to see Snow came to be. I have managed to skip all movie spoilers, but I cannot wait to finally watch it!
January 8th - March 2nd You Shouldn't Have Come Here
Jeneva Rose

4 stars

I liked this book, but it took a bit for me to be interested in this book. My mind kept having predictions and I was proven right in the end. However, I did not like the ending with the girl. No spoilers from me though!
Picture January 19th - March 8th Picture The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
Taylor Jenkins Reid

4.5 stars

I wanted to read this for a while now. I received it as a Christmas present and absolutely loved it. It kept trying to foreshadow the ending, but I felt like that was unnecessary. The storytelling was intriguing enough.
February 5th - March 9th The Selection
Kiera Cass

Book 1 of 5

4.5

The premise was always interested to me. However, I didn't like the beginning. After we got to America being in the selection, it was all uphill. I loved reading about it and I'm curious as to what the rebels are looking for.
Picture December 30th - March 11th A Merry Little Meet Cute
Julie Murphy & Sierra Simone

I know that it's not the holiday season anymore, but that is when I started this book! Overall, it was too graphic for me. I liked the body positivity of it though.
Picture January 20th - March 13th Picture All Fall Down
Ally Carter

Book 1 of 3

3 stars

It took me a minute to get interested in this book. I felt like it was trying too hard to be mysterious. However, I DID NOT PREDICT THAT ENDING! I will be reading the other two as well.
February 6th - March 15th Before the Coffee Gets Cold
Toshikazu Kawaguchi

5 stars

Book 1 of 4

Some of the wording is a bit off due to translations. However, this book was good. I only became confused on a couple of names, but I loved how each story intertwined with everyone else's. Cannot wait to read the others! Picture March 9th - 16th Picture Yellow Brick War
Danielle Page

Book 3 of 4

4 stars

A twist on the famous Wizard of Oz. This time, they're back at Amy Gumm's high school which is a thrilling change of pace for the story. March 14th - 27th Lore
Alexandra Bracken

DNF

I borrowed this from the library. This book dives into a story about Greek mythology. Unfortunately, I had to keep looking up the mythology which would take me out of the book. Picture March 11th - March 30th Picture The Testaments
Margaret Atwood

Book 2 of 2

5 stars

At first confusing, three tails are told simultaneously until each character meets up. I loved the conclusion and the downfall of this book.
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Published on March 31, 2025 21:00

March 30, 2025

Wanted Ebook Giveaway - ENDED.

Hello everyone,

If you missed it, from February 28th until today (March 30th), I held a giveaway on GoodReads for Wanted.. This giveaway gave away 100 copies and will be delivered automatically to your Kindle if you win. I will also post the winners  once I receive the list.

This is just the beginning to the countdown until my new book is released on August 8th! Below, you can see how I am building up interest for this new book! ​Title reveal: April 4thSynopsis reveal: April 11thBook cover reveal: April 18thInnocent Paperback Giveaway (1 copy) on Goodreads: April 25th - May 25th.Missing Paperback Giveaway (4 copies) on Goodreads: May 30th - June 29th.Wanted Paperback Giveaway (6 copies) on Goodreads: July 4th - August 3rd.BOOK IS OUT! - August 8th
I cannot wait as I see the countdown getting closer to August 8th every day! I cannot wait to reveal the title!

Thank you for all of your support! It means so much!
​- Amy :)
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Published on March 30, 2025 19:30

March 7, 2025

Missing Giveaway - Winners Announced

Hello everyone,

This announcement was given the day after the giveaway ended. However, in case you missed the email, these are the winners. Names are whatever someone has written on their profile. It should appear automatically in your store front.

Make sure to enter my new giveaway for Wanted!

​Amy :)
Goodreads Book Giveaway Wanted by Amy Kulp Wantedby Amy Kulp

Giveaway ends March 30, 2025.

See the giveaway details at Goodreads.

Enter GiveawayWinners:KimberlyNatashaDenise BagertJessica CardenHeather SmithAstrid GalacticGarrett DreyerChris DevlinLindsayHannah DavidsonLauren CundiffOlivia BancroftRachel KalmbachAbbie KatCassandra GrimesAlyssa VitzthumKristi CliftonMaria RasmussenAnnmarie PKay JayJenn CokeLisa KummerDanaMelissa QJulian KennedySharonGabriann TilleyLindsay GreenBriannaKellyLiz YoungMeredith JonesChrissyAlysse MillerK DawnRobin CurryHollyKathleenMegan RLeticia🌻Michael SmithJennifer HallCorey Infingernicole mearsKelsey GunnoeMegan PardoeJulia, Jennifer WeilDanielle Howland-ely, Lisa TiptonKiara KuhnColleen PritchardBritt Van BuskirkRonnieSonya SteeleDawnMollyMaddie ZLaura NicElisaChristina (Tina) EdwardsJen MaysSarah PennymonBrian SmithLisa PetersonChristine TimmoChelsea WilliamsJasmine DeerfieldAmanda PandaCherishJamiKiarsha MannixBamboozled BookwormChristine IulaCourtney BeanKim GrahamHeather BoyntonJellyBeeNicoleKelly CarricoCarmen TaylorJessica KendallNicole CaldwellCristinaKayla WiklanskiChubby TrashhRandyCarina O.Emily CournoyerJessi DuncanAmy Joy BostelmanEmily MorganCassandra TaylorTeresa SanchezDreaJanet Michelle EliasNatalie OverbeckFelicia MelloChoco PengyAmber Hildock
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Published on March 07, 2025 19:30

February 28, 2025

Monthly Reading Wrap-Up: February 2025

Hello everyone,

I am so happy that I have fallen in love with reading. I have had some personal things going on to the point that I had stopped reading for a bit. However, I am back with a vengeance. Thank you all for entering my Giveaway for Missing (winners should be posted), thank you for voting for me in the Times Leader's Best of the Best, and enter for a chance to win Wanted!

Enjoy,
Amy :) 
December 3rd - February 16th The Shadow of Kyoshi
F.C. Lee

Book 2 of 5

This was the concluding book of Kyoshi. While I did find it to be boring in some parts, I loved how the world entwined together. I wish it would've shown the Kyoshi warriors though.

3.5 stars Picture December 5 - February 18th Picture Alphas
Lisi Harrison

Book 1 of 4

Spinoff of The Clique series

I used to love this book as a series. I think it shows how I've grown to an adult since it's not the best scoring. I was completely captivated as a kid though.

3 stars
December 12th - February 21st Mars Hospital
Dr. Lloyd Flatt

4 stars

I'm surprised I liked this book. It's humor was crass and stories were embellished. However, it was entertaining to me.

I won this in a GoodReads giveaway.
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Published on February 28, 2025 17:30

February 27, 2025

Last Day To Vote

Hello everyone,

Multiple things I would like to say: tomorrow is the last day to vote for me for the Times Leader's Best of the Best Awards for Literary Writer! I have been nominated the past three years and have yet to win. I am the only one who is consistently getting nominated each year and it would mean so much to win. Voting ends tomorrow so if you don't know how to vote, read the directions below:Go to http://timesleader.com/bestofthebest OR click the image below to be redirected to the websiteClick "Arts & Entertainment" sectionUnder "Literary Writer" vote for "Amy Kulp"You will have to sign in with an email address.You may have to go to your email and verify that you are real. Sometimes you do, sometimes you don't. Picture The Missing giveaway has ended and 100 people had won Missing as an ebook. It should already be delivered to your Kindle. If you don't know if you won, you can check your email, a previous blog post, or your Kindle storefront.

Going down the timeline, Wanted is now having a giveaway for it's ebook. 100 people will win. You can start entering tomorrow and it ends March 30. .goodreadsGiveawayWidget { color: #555; font-family: georgia, serif; font-weight: normal; text-align: left; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; background: white; } .goodreadsGiveawayWidget p { margin: 0 0 .5em !important; padding: 0; } .goodreadsGiveawayWidgetEnterLink { display: inline-block; color: #181818; background-color: #F6F6EE; border: 1px solid #9D8A78; border-radius: 3px; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; outline: none; font-size: 13px; padding: 8px 12px; } .goodreadsGiveawayWidgetEnterLink:hover { color: #181818; background-color: #F7F2ED; border: 1px solid #AFAFAF; text-decoration: none; }Goodreads Book Giveaway Wanted by Amy Kulp Wantedby Amy Kulp

Giveaway ends March 30, 2025.

See the giveaway details at Goodreads.

Enter GiveawayJust as a reminder, this is the timeline leading up to my new book!Wanted Ebook Giveaway (100 copies) on Goodreads: February 28th - March 30th.Title reveal: April 4thSynopsis reveal: April 11thBook cover reveal: April 18thInnocent Paperback Giveaway (1 copy) on Goodreads: April 25th - May 25th.Missing Paperback Giveaway (4 copies) on Goodreads: May 30th - June 29th.Wanted Paperback Giveaway (6 copies) on Goodreads: July 4th - August 3rd.BOOK IS OUT! - August 8thI'm so excited!
- Amy :)
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Published on February 27, 2025 07:00

February 22, 2025

Missing Ebook Giveaway -  ENDED.

Hello everyone,

If you missed it, from January 24th until today (February 22nd), I held a giveaway on GoodReads for Missing. This giveaway gave away 100 copies and will be delivered automatically to your Kindle if you win. I will also post the winners  once I receive the list.

This is just the beginning to the countdown until my new book is released on August 8th! Below, you can see how I am building up interest for this new book! ​Wanted Ebook Giveaway (100 copies) on Goodreads: February 28th - March 30th.Title reveal: April 4thSynopsis reveal: April 11thBook cover reveal: April 18thInnocent Paperback Giveaway (1 copy) on Goodreads: April 25th - May 25th.Missing Paperback Giveaway (4 copies) on Goodreads: May 30th - June 29th.Wanted Paperback Giveaway (6 copies) on Goodreads: July 4th - August 3rd.BOOK IS OUT! - August 8th
I cannot wait as I see the countdown getting closer to August 8th every day! Below you will also the link to the Wanted giveaway that starts February 28th and ends March 30th.

Thank you for all of your support! It means so much!
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Giveaway ends March 30, 2025.

See the giveaway details at Goodreads.

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Published on February 22, 2025 19:00

February 21, 2025

Finalist - Times Leader's Best of the Best 2025

Hello everyone,

I'm so excited to let everyone know that I did end up as a finalist for the Times Leader's Best of the Best Awards for Literary Writer! If you want to support me, vote for me ONCE per email address.

Under the category "Arts & Entertainment", find "Literary Writer" and click "Amy Kulp". I have some fierce competition and would appreciate everyone! Thank you so much!

You can also click on any of the footers near on my pages to click the picture. You can also click the picture on this blog post below.

Thank you,
Amy
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Published on February 21, 2025 16:53