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September 8, 2017
THRAX Reviews Are Coming In!
“I absolutely loved this book!” – Cheryl, NetGalley Reviewer
“OMG this was amazing! I’m a big Myla and Lincoln fan, I can’t get enough of them. When I saw this one I was over the moon excited, and Christina didn’t disappoint! I loved this one and felt part of their story. The best is that this starts at the beginning of their honeymoon!” -Clare, Four Brits Book Fest Blog
“I loved the first three books in the series and Christina did not disappoint with this one! I don’t want to spoil the book, but really this just makes me love Lincoln more—and once you read it you will too. Evil Lincoln, or EL as Myla loves to call him;), is such a tool that you will want to repeatedly bash him against a cement wall or your weapon of choice. The guy might look like Lincoln, but he certainly doesn’t act like him! This is definitely a book to remember!” -Taveena, Goodreads
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August 27, 2017
DUTY BOUND – The Angelbound Prequel From Prince Lincoln
Dear Readers,
To begin with, big thanks to everyone who completed my recent survey about my next novella. Your feedback was heard and I’m thrilled to announce that—due to popular demand—this Spring’s novella will be DUTY BOUND, a prequel to Angelbound from Prince Lincoln’s point of view! I’m super-excited because:
Reason One: I started writing this ages ago
You may remember that Lincoln was a wee bit obsessed with Myla…something that began before they ever officially met. I wrote a bunch on this while crafting ANGELBOUND Book 1. In fact, I even thought about releasing a prequel novella a lot earlier (more on that below). In other words, this was a story I always wanted to tell.
Reason Two: After writing THRAX, I really wanted to do this one
THRAX, the new ANGELBOUND Book 4, is all about Lincoln being replaced by an evil body double. It was a blast to write what Lincoln wasn’t, mostly because it highlighted what makes the High Prince so awesome. I think DUTY BOUND will do the same for the Myla. Fun!
Reason Three: You get to see more of Lincoln and Walker
In THE DARK LANDS (new Book 5 due in Fall 2018), Walker will disappear. Readers have seen a lot of what Walker means to Myla, but DUTY BOUND gives more air time to Walker’s relationship with Lincoln.
Reason Four: I’d always wanted to use the back cover of ANGELBOUND for Lincoln’s story
Initially, I’d debated about releasing Lincoln’s story before ANGELBOUND Book 1, but that didn’t happen for a long list of reasons. Still, I didn’t want to lose the artwork, so I used it on the back cover. Now, I’m so happy to put the lovely image where it belongs, on Lincoln’s book! Take a look at it below, along with the description. This marks the official reveal!
The DUTY BOUND prequel novella will release on February 27, 2018, and you can preorder it today on Amazon.
Thank you as always for your support—it means a lot!
CB
About Duty Bound
As the High Prince of the demon-fighting thrax, Lincoln knows he must marry for political gain. Not that he minds. For all of his eighteen years, Lincoln’s been bound to his duty. Fighting demons is his life, and he’s never given romance a second thought. Instead, the High Prince lives for the days when he leaves his hidden realm to fight demons on Earth.
Then, everything changes.
Lincoln and his nobles become forced to visit Purgatory, the home of quasi-demons (who are mostly human with a bit of demonic DNA). Here Lincoln spies Myla Lewis, a lady warrior who enflames his heart, ignites his interest, and inspires his respect. Trouble is, Myla’s also a quasi. By thrax law, Lincoln must kill anything demonic—not date them. For the first time in his life, Lincoln wonders if he’ll follow his duty…or heed the demands of his heart.
Releases Feb 27, 2018. Available for preorder at Amazon.
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August 23, 2017
JOIN THE RAFFLE: ACCA Audiobook Launch
To celebrate, you can now enter to win cool stuff like this dragonscale ring…
Be sure to enter ASAP—the raffle ends soon!
Direct URL: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/f7ec85e74/
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August 21, 2017
The ACCA Audiobook Is Here!
It’s the audiobook birthday for Angelbound ACCA on Audible and iTunes. Order now and check out a sample below:
Plus, there are lots of ways we’re celebrating!
All Angelbound eBooks are $1.99 or less!
You can check out the amazing blog tour with excerpts and other goodies
Enter to win with the launch rafflecopter
Check out the early audiobook reviews
About Angelbound ACCA
In just one week, supernatural warrior Myla Lewis must discover enough evidence to send the evil House of Acca to prison or she will end up in jail herself, along with her fiance, Prince Lincoln. No pressure. To gather proof, Myla and Lincoln go undercover at an all-girl high school on Earth. Lincoln acts as the new gym teacher; Myla becomes the least popular transfer student ever. To stop them from getting the goods, Acca releases Hell on Earth. Literally. Good thing Myla and Lincoln aren’t afraid of a tough fight. This one promises to be the hardest yet. After all, who ever said high school was anything but hell?
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August 17, 2017
MEET THE BLOGGERS: The ACCA Audiobook Launch Tour
August 21st
3 Partners in Shopping, Nana, Mommy, & Sissy, Too! http://3partnersinshopping.blogspot.com Promo Post
Ashley’s Bookshelf http://ashleysbookshelf.blogspot.com Review
The Avid Reader http://the-avidreader.blogspot.com Promo Post
August 22nd
Whatever You Can Still Betray https://whateveryoucanstillbetray.blogspot.com/ Promo Post
Reading for the Stars and Moon http://readingforthestarsmoon.blogspot.com/ Promo Post
Loves Great Reads https://lovesgreatreadsblog.wordpress.com/ Promo Post
August 23rd
The Anomalous Bookshelf http://www.anomalousbookshelf.com Review
Haddie’s Haven https://haddieshaven.blogspot.com Review
Teatime and Books http://www.teatimeandbooks76.blogspot.com Promo Post
Jena Baxter’s Bookworms https://jbbookworms.blogspot.com/ Promo Post
August 24th
Angelic Book Reviews http://angelic-reviews.blogspot.ca Review
SolaFide Book Club http://solafidepublishing.net/solafide-self-publishing-and-book-blog/ Review
CBY Book Club http://cbybookclub.blogspot.com/ Promo Post
Just Us Book Blog http://justusbookblog.blogspot.com/ Promo Post
Paging through The Days Http://pahingrhroughthedays.blogspot.com Review
August 25th
Smada’s Book Smack Http://smadasbooksmack.blogspot.com Review
Up ‘Til Dawn Book Blog http://uptildawnbookblog.blogspot.com Promo Post
Pirate Lady Pages https://pirateladypages.wordpress.com Review
T’s Stuff http://teresanoel.blogspot.com Review
Thanks to everyone who helped with the tour! the audiobook version of Angelbound ACCA is available today at on Audible and iTunes.
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August 14, 2017
What’s Coming In CROWNED
Well, you’re in luck, because today I’m sharing the top questions that will be answered in CROWNED, the fourth and final book in the Beholder series, and that question is #1 on the list! Strap in, folks, because here we go…
***SPOILER ALERT***
QUESTION ONE: Again, WTF is wrong with Elea? Why won’t she take the Necromancer “crown”?
We all know Elea passed on ruling the Necromancers because she wanted to honor her parents and make a go as a farmer. However, one thing Elea realizes in CROWNED is that there’s more to her decision than that alone. Part of her has always known that there are simply too many unanswered questions before she can rule, such as: why did One and Yuri chose her to lead the Necromancers anyway? And what exactly do Oni and Yuri want her to do when she takes over? Elea wants answers and in book four, she gets them.
QUESTION TWO: Why are the gods so damned protective about magic mixing?
There’s a whole backstory on this that you’ll find out in book four. BTW, Elea’s not a fan of the whole “let’s keep it separate” thing, so it may be time for her to turn the universe upside-down. Go Elea!
QUESTION THREE: Why was Viktor combining Creation Casters and their familiars?
Good question! Yes, there’s a master plan here beyond Viktor just being a magical dick. You will definitely find out what it is in book four.
QUESTION FOUR: What can we expect for Elea and Rowan in CROWNED?
Sometimes as authors we have to be really shitty to our characters. For me, CROWNED is one of those times. So Elea and Rowan have a tough journey to take in this book. I’m a firm believer in HEA, though, so not to worry!
QUESTION FIVE: Will Jicho have a role to play in CROWNED?
Why, yes! Everyone’s favorite new character gets some serious page-time in book four!
QUESTION SIX: Who else can we expect to appear in book four?
Before I answer that, I have one more thing to say:
EXTRA SPOILER ALERT
With that out of the way, I call for a drumroll please! True fact: Elea raised a lot more Necromancers than she thought at the end of book two. As a result, the character of Nan makes a return in book four, along with some other favorites from the Midnight Cloister. Woot woot! If you’re wondering why Nan hasn’t contacted Elea yet, that will also be explained in book four.
QUESTION FIVE: Any other surprises?
There is still the big reveal coming (well, to my anyway.) In book four, we “meet” Elea’s parents and get their back story. I am DYING to tell you more, but I just can’t go to that level of spoiler! Sharing the truth on Nan was enough for one post, but trust me when I say this particular backstory was one of the main secrets driving the entire series.
Okay, that’s it for my teaser on what’s coming in CROWNED! If you haven’t preordered the title yet, it’s available on Amazon, iBooks, Kobo and B&N.
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August 11, 2017
ACCA Audiobook Reviews
“As always, your book brings me so much joy to listen to/read…I love your idea of snarkiness. I think that is why I connect to so well. Grit! It’s a must have, and this book has it. Every time Myla says that she could hold back but decides not to, that’s me, and ours for the greater good…Sounds like poetry to me. Hehe keep them coming!” – Cat
“Another hit! Myla is a hoot!” – KROP
And from the entire audiobook series:
“AMAZEBALLS I LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS BOOK!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOVED IT FROM BEGINNING TO THE END, IT’S LIKE POTATO CHIPS YOU CANT JUST EAT 1….” – Audible reviewer
“What I preferred in this book is the narration, it was excellent, really, I laughed a lot! Christina Bauer has a lots of talents. :)” – Zaza
“The author/narrator knows how she wants her characters to be portrayed, and she generates that exact energy into her narrative. And she didn’t record it in her bathroom. This audio book is legit. The story is fun.” – Haddie Harper
“Christina Bauer’s stories are engaging, humorous, and keep you wanting more! She spends just the right amount of time developing her characters, and still leaves you with a hearty plot to sink your teeth into. I recommend this book to anyone who likes inventive fantasy, gripping characters, and the perfect touch of romance…Christina wrote these characters and therefore knows better than anyone not just how they should sound, but the inflections, moods and intentions behind each line of dialogue. Her voice is easy to listen to and keeps you engaged in the story without any distractions.” – Michael
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August 7, 2017
KIRKUS Reviews Wolves & Roses
Dear Readers,
As some of you may know, I’m doing my first major press run with WOLVES & ROSES in the Fall. Barnes & Noble made an initial five-figure buy and is giving the book what’s called a ‘turn out’ position on the YA shelves. As I’ve recently learned, that’s pretty rare for an author with no major print track record. Long story short, I’m amazed and thankful that B&N, IPG and INscribe Digital are all so supportive. Now, my next big hurtle comes in the form of mainstream reviews.
To set some context: in the past, I’ve traditionally relied on indie bloggers for all my reviews. Thanks to this amazing community, I’ve moved 500K ebooks across all my titles. But mainstream reviewers are a separate ecosystem, so that history doesn’t count too much with them. In addition, I don’t have the traditional author background for print (MFA etc). It can take time for traditional reviewers to even consider a newbie, let alone give them a good review.
Well, I’m breathing a sigh of relief because my first major review has some in from KIRKUS and it is rock solid! WOOT WOOT!!! I’m still waiting on Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal and, well, everyone else. But first steps are important and I wanted to share this moment with you, because all your positive energy and support has helped me stick with it: GO TEAM!
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/…/christina-bau…/wolves-roses/
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July 30, 2017
READER SURVEY – Help choose my next Angelbound novella!
Hello Dear Readers,
I’m in a pickle and hoping you can help. I have three KILLER outlines for a super novella to be released in the Spring of 2018. Trouble is, I can only write one and I’m having a serious case of analysis paralysis.
Yipes!
Long story short, can you please click here and take my super-short (as in only 1 mandatory question) survey? It quickly lists out the different novella ideas, you click the one you like best, and–BOOM–you’re not only done, you have oodles of good karma coming your way! Seriously, it’ll be like those ‘good luck’ chain emails but you don’t have to forward this to your ten best friends or anything…and yet, I’m pretty sure you’ll soon win either a million dollars or a trip to Europe, minimum. Plus, I’ll announce the winning novella here on my blog on August 15th! Huzzah!
Here’s the survey link again and thanks in advance for your awesome insights!
CB
PS If the link above isn’t working for some reason, you can cut and paste the URL here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YRMVDC7
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July 24, 2017
RSVP For The Wolves And Roses Book Launch Tour
Join us for the WOLVES AND ROSES book launch tour! You can get your copy of WOLVES & ROSES signed, meet characters from the book, and even take home a swag bag filled with goodies…including a themed t-shirt!
Be sure to RSVP today and arrive early to the event — our swag bags will be given out on a first-come, first served basis to folks who purchase a new copy of WOLVES & ROSES.
FRAMINGHAM, MA
Barnes & Noble, Framingham, MA.
Thursday, November 2nd, 7:00 PM EST
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NEW YORK CITY, NY
Bluestockings, Manhattan
Friday, November 3rd, 7:00 PM EST
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA AREA
Barnes & Noble, Corte Madera, CA.
Saturday, November 4th, 12:00 NOON PST
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CHICAGO, IL
City Lit Books, Chicago
Tuesday, November 7th, 6:30 PM CST
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CHICAGO
The Book Cellar, Chicago
Wednesday, November 8th, 7:00 PM CST
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