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I am interviewed by @pebbleinwaters

Website | Google + | Twitter @pebbleinwaters | Goodreads

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I am honoured to be featured on the site called “Pebble in the Still Waters,” home to Jaideep Khanduja who lives in India. Jaideep describes himself in a most creative way, as a techie by profession, writer/ blogger by passion and a global citizen by birthright.

I think that is a fantastic summary, and he shows this by generously offering his site to interview authors.

Those who know me well know India is a place I’ve always wanted to visit, so meeting Jaideep is serendipitous, don’t you agree? :)

Please read my interview on Pebble in the Still Waters, and I hope you enjoy,

eden

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Filed under: Eden's Guest Blogs & Interviews, Stranger at Sunset

Stranger at Sunset ~ Goodreads Giveaway, Price Drop, and Gifting

Stranger at Sunset is now available in print, and I’m giving away a signed paperback, hosted by Goodreads! This giveaway is open worldwide from Oct. 1-15, 2014. Enter by hitting the graphic below. While you’re there, you can also add my book to your “to-read” shelf if you haven’t already. Sign up, you have nothing to lose!

If you win, I’ll write something really nice in your book just for you. ;)

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Over the next while, I’m experimenting with pricing. There are many factors that go into setting a price for a book. After much research, I’m dropping the price of Stranger at Sunset from $4.99 to 99 cents for a limited time. This sale will only be available on Amazon and is effective immediately.

My book continues to be sold on  Apple | B&N | Kobo | Smashwords at the regular price until further notice.

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Since I’ve had a couple of FREEBIES on Amazon recently, readers have asked if they can send my books as gifts. I checked into this and the answer is YES! You cannot give a gift of a FREE book, but you can do it for books that have a price tag.

Let me show you some important features on Amazon. Go to the Amazon page for my book (choose your country of account) and look on the right-hand side panel. Follow the colorful arrows and you’ll see what to do. The PINK ARROW points to the gift button. All you need is your recipient’s e-mail address to complete the process.

 

Buy the book

 

Give the book as a gift.

Send as many as you like. Easy!

 

 

Send a sample of the book to your e-reader

 

 

 

If you don’t have a Kindle, you can still buy and read books from Amazon. Just download a Kindle app first. It’s free!

 

I hope you’ve found this helpful. and as always, thanks for your support.

Don’t forget to enter the Goodreads giveaway for an autographed copy of Stranger at Sunset, and pick up the e-book or send it as a gift for only 99 cents. It’s a bargain!

Thanks!

~ eden

 

Filed under: Stranger at Sunset

Music Monday with My Back Pages – THANK YOU (Part 2)

Since this is part 2, you know there was a part 1. If you missed it, please find it here.

“My Back Pages” is the perfect song for this Music Monday post for two reasons.

Firstly, in the back matter of many books, you’ll find an author’s thanks. So … this is my thanks to those who’ve helped with the promotion of Stranger at Sunset AND my recent free books—The Lottery and Unlocking the Mystery.

Secondly, this song echoes a sentiment I’ve been feeling of late, and that is …. The older I get, the less I know.

HUGS to those who’ve downloaded my books, paid or free, and reviewed them. Your reviews mean a lot to me and help me reach more readers, so THANK YOU. ♥

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Connect to all the wonderful people who’ve supported me in the past months and include them in your network.

Book review on Goodreads by Lydia Aswolf

Reblog by Jamie B. Musings

Guest blog for Junying Kirk

An interview with author, Raymond Bolton

In “Conversations LIVE” with podcaster, Cyrus Webb

Guest blog for author Jessica Subject

Guest blog for author Lisette Brodey

Reblog by Stephen Moran

I chat with a full cast on Live from the Morgue

I’m interviewed by Naida on The Bookworm

Stranger at Sunset book blast via Masquerade Tours

I am interviewed by Maria Savva on Goodreads

Guest blog with author, Casey Sheridan

Guest blog with author, Ingrid Hall

Author Spotlight with Reading Renee

Review of Stranger at Sunset by Reading Renee

Author Spotlight with The Pen and Muse

Review of Stranger at Sunset on Literary Litter

Review of Stranger at Sunset on The Minding Spot

I’m interviewed by author, Bill Kirton, part 1 & part 2

I’m interviewed by Loren Kleinman of Huff Post Books

Stranger at Sunset is part of new releases in Crime Fiction Lover

I’m interviewed by OmniMystery News

Review of Stranger at Sunset by 6 Feet Under Books

Review of Stranger at Sunset by The Young Folks

I’m interviewed by author Dahlia Donovan

Stranger at Sunset is in the spotlight for Celtic Lady Reviews

Review of Stranger at Sunset by author, Jo Armstrong via Ingrid Hall

Review of Stranger at Sunset by Minding Spot

I’m interviewed by R.B. Wood for The Word Count Podcast 

Review of Stranger at Sunset on Long and Short Reviews

I’m interviewed by author D.A. Bale

I’m interviewed by Casey Ryan for the Cutting Room Floor Podcast

Review of Stranger at Sunset by Book Babe

Review of Stranger at Sunset by English Bibliophile

Review of Stranger at Sunset on 2 sites by Ski-Wee’s Book Corner (1) & (2)

I’m interviewed by Book Goodies

Review of Stranger at Sunset by Crime Fiction Lover

The Lottery featured on Karen Einsel’s blog

The Lottery featured on Stephen Moran’s blog

Reblog by C.P. Bialois

I’m interviewed by The Indie View

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“Ah, but I was so much older then,
I’m younger than that now.”
–Bob Dylan

The following people have continued to share my books across their social networks and support me. They are a diverse group of: authors; bloggers; reviewers; designers; marketers; filmmakers; podcasters; artists; and of course—readers. 

In no particular order, I present some of the best people to have in your social network. I’ve linked them, so visit them and say “hi.” :)

Lisette Brodey

William Kendall

Karen Einsel

J.B. Graphics

Christoph Fischer

Billy Ray Chitwood

John Dolan

Larry Enright

Victoria Dougherty

Tim Dittmer

Rick Enriquez

Bill Kirton

Rob Schreck

Darcia Helle

R.B. Wood

Sessha Batto

Lydia Aswolf

Joe Hefferon

Maria Savva

Wyatt McIntyre

Carolyn Arnold

John Anstie

Steven M. Grant

Loren Kleinman

Christoph Paul

Alex Greenwood

Justin Bog

Annetta Ribken

Patti Larsen

Carol Romanella

Laurie Smith

Rob “Sharky” Pruneda

Efrain Nadal De Choudens

Casey Ryan

Cyrus Webb

Dannie C. Hill

Savannah Chase

Nicole Chardenet

Robert Chazz Chute

Rachel Thompson

Pavarti K. Tyler

The Bloody Munchkin

Sue Nador

Britt Skrabanek

Angus Vieira

BadRedhead Media

Sid Kali

Badass Marketing

Dom Portalla


2Life


Wally Lane

Doreen Cox

Crime Fiction Lover

Michael Grimes

Lance Smith

Maxwell Cynn

Diantha Jones

Tony McManus

Marcella Selbach

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Filed under: Important Announcements, Musical Mondays, Stranger at Sunset

I am interviewed by The IndieView (@booksandpals)

Website | Facebook | Twitter @BooksandPals

Twitter @theindieviews

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I am honoured to be featured on The IndieView, a wonderful site and resource for indie authors, also connected to Big Al’s Books and Pals. I have found tons of helpful information from both these sites, so be sure to follow them.

You can read my interview with The IndieView here.

Enjoy,

eden

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Filed under: Eden's Guest Blogs & Interviews, Stranger at Sunset

Unlocking the Mystery is FREE Sept 25/26

Hi, lovely readers, I have another free book coming up  — 2 days only!

Unlocking the Mystery takes place in the USA and Ireland and is the only erotic novella I’ve written with no sex.

What? You say, no sex?!

That’s right, and I’ve attached a brief interview to explain the reason why.

Pick up the book and spread the word. Book sales (whether FREE or paid) are helpful for authors, so the more I give away, the better!

As always, a review on Amazon is very much appreciated. ♥

Thanks for stopping by,

eden

FREE Sept 25 and 26

Amazon: US | UK | CA | Other Regions

A mysterious key provides the first clue to opening a woman’s heart.

Evelyn Sutton goes in search of a man after a box is left to her by the former owner of her house. A story within a story spanning fifty years from America to Ireland, UNLOCKING THE MYSTERY has been compared to 84, Charing Cross Road by Helene Hanff.

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Q & A with Eden Baylee

Q: Is Unlocking the Mystery considered explicit?

EB: On the contrary, aside from a bit of adult language, there is absolutely no sex in this book!

Q: Why did you choose to write an erotic piece without sex?

EB: It wasn’t so much a choice as much as I didn’t feel the story needed it. For me, erotica is not about building a story around sex scenes; it’s the opposite. Sex needs to be integral to the plot, and the story always dictates the amount of sex. In the case of Unlocking the Mystery, the act of sex was not required, yet I consider it one of the most sensual pieces I’ve ever written.

Q: What inspired Unlocking the Mystery?

EB: It was inspired by the art of letter writing and my love of words. Part of it takes place in Ireland, a country of writers and poets–C.S. Lewis, Oscar Wilde, and James Joyce to name a few. You only need to read some of the letters Joyce wrote to his beloved Nora Barnacle to understand the power of words.

Q: Is the ideal reader for your book male or female?

EB: The ideal reader for this book, whether male or female, is a lover of words and someone who enjoys the mystery of life. They may also be a romantic but not necessarily wear their heart on their sleeve. Both men and women have told me how much this story touched them because the themes are universal. Love, longing, and loss are feelings most of us experience sooner or later.

 

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Filed under: Important Announcements, Promo of ebooks, freebies

Music Monday ~ I Feel Free

The video is poor quality, but it’s a great song because I’m doing FREEBIES of my books.

Enjoy Cream with “I Feel Free,” and stay tuned for more of my titles, which will be discounted or free over the coming weeks.

Have a wonderful Monday,

eden

Filed under: Musical Mondays

The Lottery is FREE Sept. 17 – 18 – 19

Hi, lovely readers, I have three items to share.

(1) The Lottery is FREE on Amazon Sept 17, 18, 19. This novella is the last story in my anthology Spring into Summer and takes place in Thailand. You’ll have a chance to stay warm a bit longer before the official end of summer. ;)

If you’ve always thought erotica was nothing more than sex, and/or you’ve never read my erotic writing, then this is a great story to introduce you to my style.

The Lottery holds a special place in my heart and the introduction in the book will explain why.

Grab it and tell your friends. Why not send a gift to a friend? You can send as many as you like! Book sales (whether FREE or paid) are helpful for authors, so I want to give away as many copies as I can!

If you like the book, a review on Amazon is always appreciated. I’m a bit shy on those right now. ♥

FREE Sept 17, 18 & 19

Amazon: US | UK | CA | Other Regions

A most unusual lottery occurs in the Land of Smiles.

Westerner, Sierra Zhao, travels abroad and finds herself immersed in a culture with values very different to her own. Set in an exotic red-light district of Thailand, THE LOTTERY explores themes of sacrifice, friendship, and eroticism.

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(2) Stranger at Sunset is now available in PRINT! I love how the book looks and feels and want to thank JB Graphics for his hard work in putting it together.

Buy print copies at: Createspace | Amazon

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(3) Lastly, a reminder that my erotic short story Seeking Sexy Sadie is permanently FREE. (Amazon excluded, for now)

Get it FREE at:  Smashwords | Apple iTunes | Barnes & Noble

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That’s all the news for now. Over the next weeks, I will have more book promotions, so stay tuned. If you want to know about events sooner, feel free to subscribe to my mailing list and receive my infrequent newsletters (usually sent every 45 days). No spam. Ever. ;)

Hugs, and thank you always for stopping by,

eden

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Filed under: Important Announcements, Promo of ebooks, freebies

Eric Clapton and @twdittmer’s THE VALLEY WALKER kick off the week!

Sometime ago, one of the sweetest and most supportive authors I’ve met, Tim Dittmer wrote a book – The Valley Walker. I read it, loved it, reviewed it, and then he took it off the shelves to improve upon it. Well …The Valley Walker is BACK!

Buy from Amazon: US | UK | Canada | Other regions

And to celebrate its re-release, Tim is offering it FREE ALL WEEK starting tomorrow until Saturday – Sept 16 – 20! You must get it! It’s a terrific read and this is an incredible deal.

Since it’s Monday and I usually do a music post, I’m proud to feature Tim’s book along with his favorite musician. You see, I learned all kinds of fun things when I interviewed Tim last year.

I hope you like this song, Tim. :D

Readers, listen to Eric Clapton (with a couple of other greats) and remember to BUY Tim’s book regularly at $2.99 or FREE for the rest of the week.  Don’t you love it when I deliver good news on a Monday?

eden 

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Filed under: Musical Mondays

I am interviewed by @BookGoodies

Website | Facebook | Twitter @BookGoodies | Pinterest

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I am honoured to be featured on Book Goodies, a terrific site that helps authors with promotion, interviews, and spreading the word of great books. Be sure to follow them and discover all the excellent services they offer.

You can read my interview with BookGoodies here.

Enjoy,

eden

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Filed under: Eden's Guest Blogs & Interviews, Stranger at Sunset

Eden’s Exchange Talks to Erotica Author @MelissaKCraig

Melissa Craig is a beautiful woman, and I don’t just mean on the outside. She’s funny, playful, and could easily be the heroine in any one of her own books. We met originally on Twitter and I have great respect for her as a writer of erotica. She’s one of the best, so I’m thrilled she agreed to be interviewed.

Learn more about this fascinating woman and her books.

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Welcome Melissa! Sorry it’s taken a while for you to appear here. As an introduction, tell readers how  your best friend would describe you in 20 words or less.

Cheeky, kind hearted, down to earth, open minded, dirty minded, optimistic, creative, and guarded with people I don’t know.

I love that. Are you a full time writer or do you have a day job?

I am a part time writer and it’s very hard dividing my time between the everyday world and the writing world. I have two days during the week I allocate for writing, the other days I will spend time doing little things on social media in my spare time. Mind you on those two days one day is normally used to catch up on author interviews, upcoming book signings and social events, looking for book covers, promotional ideas etc. I wish I had more time to write, however bills need to be paid and family comes first.

Of course. What is your greatest extravagance?

Beauty products…if I let my nails, hair, eyebrows go uncouth you know something is wrong with me. Hahaha no…really, it’s a good way to reward myself as long as I meet my writing tasks. Spending time relaxing with a good head massage in a salon, or having my nails done makes me sit down for a few hours otherwise I would be running around cleaning or ironing something. I believe it’s essential to take time for oneself. And lingerie is a big downfall, if I see something I like I want it.

I agree it’s important to pamper yourself. Do you have a motto you live by?

Enjoy it any way you can!

What do you consider your greatest accomplishment?

Pushing the publish button.

Ahhh. I know that well :D. Let’s talk a bit about your writing. What is the best advice you’ve received as a writer?

Write as if no one is ever going to read it. That way you don’t have any outside pressures influencing your writing and you stay true to yourself.

What are your favorite and least favorite parts of being a writer?

Love how something from my mind can be transformed into a book. I still think it’s amazing when people tell me they are reading my work. Least favorite part would be not having enough time to write… wish I could write all day, every day.

What part of writing a novel do you enjoy the most? The least?

I love when I get lost in the world so much that I can’t stop writing for hours and hours… The least favorite part is what I call stage 3 of writing…when I read the manuscript and actually think…this sucks… this is normally the stage before I send it off to the editor and double guess everything I have written.

I thought I was the only one who felt that stage 3 you speak of! Is it important for you to know the title or ending of a book before you write it?

Oh gosh no. I never know how the book is going to end until it is written as I don’t plot and plan when I write. I let the story take control.

Oooh, another pantser like me. What is your best advice for new authors?

Seriously once you publish don’t check how many books you sell every day. You will become obsessed and may get stressed about it. I hardly ever check mine and I love it. Remember you didn’t start writing to make money, you published your book to tell the story for others to enjoy and to get it out of your head. The royalties are the bonus.

Are you working on another book now?

Yes I’m working on The Unblemished Librarian a single title novel. This book has been in the making for about two years…well that was the first time the idea came to me and I scribbled down about 4,000 words of it. It’s about a librarian named Kiera and she’s smitten with Boyd the Barman at a local strip club. Oh yeah, Kiera is unblemished… untouched and therefore still a virgin at 20. Boyd is living every man’s dream with his strippers yet Kiera the red head beauty catches his eye.

Sounds amazing, Melissa, and I happen to know that since you answered my interview back in March, the book has released! I also know it’s doing amazingly well, so readers, if you want your copy, you can grab it from Apple iBooks. I’ve included a summary:

A contemporary romance set in the most populous city of Australia; Sydney—home of the iconic Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Kiera James. The quiet librarian goes about her daily duties unnoticed by the world, trying to support her father and keep the family home afloat. Up until now, she’s been happy to live out her love life through romance books.

But now she’s allowed her heart to fall for a man she has never met, only laid eyes on. She is smitten, bowled over by his boldness, beauty and blazing sensuality. He generates a heart flutter unlike any other. But, is it the best move to feel affection for a man that works at a strip club? A man who’s surrounded by bountiful beauties on a daily basis? Would her late mother approve of Boyd and his buff blessing of a body for her unblemished librarian?

Boyd’s lavish lifestyle overlooking Sydney Cove may impress the stereotypical female, but not Kiera. She has had enough tragedy in life to know that money isn’t everything, and life is short. Will Kiera go out on a limb, against her better judgement so he notices her, or will she come to her senses and be the only girl that walks away from him before her heart is ripped apart.

Congratulations again Melissa on the success of your new book! Tell us a bit more about  The Unblemished Librarian.  What is the genre of it?

Erotic Romance.

What inspired you to write it?

I saw a red head one day at an NBL (National Basketball League) game and the story hit me out of nowhere.

What has surprised you the most about writing it?

I can’t believe that a little idea that was written on a piece of paper and put aside two years ago can suddenly come back to me and turn into a story.

What is the biggest lesson you’ve learned from writing your book?

Things come to those that wait.

What is the best way for someone to support your book, aside from buying it?

Talking to friends about the book. Everyone has sex so why not discuss erotica books.

I could not agree more, Melissa! Let’s have a quick lightning round to finish off.

Aside from people/pets, what is the ONE item you would save if your house was on fire? My Phone.

Favorite place you’ve traveled to or would like to travel to? I would love to go to the Maldives one day soon.

Name a food you can eat everyday. Nespresso coffee.

Salty or sweet? Sweet.

Cat/dog/other pet? Dog.

Favorite style of music? I love all styles of music.

The best gift you’ve ever received? Being pregnant after several years of trying to failed. The love you feel for someone that grows inside you outranks anything.

Your most guilty pleasure. Mouthwatering food at top ranked restaurants…mmmm

Favorite season. Spring.

Name something you cannot go a day without. Internet.

I’m with you on that last one, Melissa ;). Thanks so much for coming by Eden’s Exchange. I wish you continued success with your writing and I hope The Unblemished Librarian soars to the top of the charts!

Readers, I’ve only featured a few of Melissa’s books here, so please visit her at all her virtual homes to find more of her published works. 

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Connect To Melissa 

 Website | Facebook | Google + | Goodreads

 Twitter @MelissaKCraig | YouTube

Find Melissa’s books on the following sites: 

Amazon | Book Depository | Barnes & Noble

 Angus & Robertson | Booktopia | ITunes

Melissa Craig, in such a short time has risen to prominence being recognized by peers and readers alike for her work as an erotica author. Her profile is such, that she is a sought after panelist on various media forums both nationally and abroad. She continues to offer a special brand of writing that has carved her a niche in this genre, so much so that even E.L.James herself has re-tweeted Melissa’s tweets, follows her Facebook fan page and Melissa on Twitter.

The 50 Shades of Grey author that rocked the world by storm, that has over five hundred and eight thousand followers on twitter only follows 407 people and Melissa Craig is one of them. Yes Melissa Craig leaves her readers thirsting for more. Melissa’s work draws upon the backdrop of an island in The Great Barrier Reef, and the sultry North Queensland surroundings which have led her to becoming an international best seller in the UK, USA, France and Germany.

Melissa provides opportunities for aspiring/self-published authors, directors and Indie musicians alike, which was recognized through an honorable mention at the United States International Women’s Day Columbus, Ohio. She produces a podcast with a syndicate in the thousands with her co-host and American Author Charity Parkerson, all about the written word, available on iTunes.

Melissa is part of a worldwide author network reaching over two million followers on twitter at present and growing every day. Her blog is recognized worldwide that has subsequently lead to opportunities judging in writing competitions in America.

Her erotica works have gained recognition through awards here in Australia against New York Best Seller Sylvia Day in the 2012 Romance Readers Awards in the Erotic Romance category with media resulting in the Sunday Mail newspaper article “Erotica Steams Ahead” and various interviews on radio shows in Sydney and TV shows in the UK.

Born Organized Magazine have the pleasure of gaining Melissa’s insight as a columnist, in between writing about men’s hard bodies. It’s a hard job, but someone has to do it.

Enjoy it any way you can!

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Filed under: Author & Artist Interviews