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July 4, 2015
Street Team & My New Approach
Happy 4th of July!
I'm proud to say that I'll actually be celebrating this year! More so than any other year. I'm not a big fan of being outside, seeing that in the summer I only have to step out of my door for two seconds before being suddenly attacked by mosquitos. I'm either super allergic or super sensitive. Either way, they are drawn to me and I hate it. I was standing in the driveway unlocking my car the other day, and when I got inside I found three bites. THREE! I know what you're going to say. "Use OFF! or something else to spray on you. It doesn't work. Nothing does. So, when I'm outside watching fireworks, I'll be in long sleeves and a parka.
On to the next subject.
My street team newsletter is launching on July 6th and will continue to be sent out the first Monday of every month! In which, as a member, you will find more excitement than you'll understand what to do with! Maybe not. But the reason why this street team is so important is because it's exclusive. If you already get emails from me about ARCs and events and anything else, now you won't. The only way to know what's happening before the general public is to be a street team member. I'll be using this newsletter to announce all of my upcoming releases, title and cover reveals, etc. And MONTHS before I'll be posting to social media about it. Also, there are going to be plenty of opportunities to win prizes and giveaways. In the first month that the newsletter/street team goes live, I'll be hosting a competition for all members. The rules and regulations will be included in the email, and I'm still planning to reveal the title and synopsis for my new stand alone novel coming out in September of 2016. I think there are plenty of incentives for you all to sign up, so I'm going to post the link again here: http://www.megandukebooks.com/#!street-team/c6vk
Now for my final bit of news.
I recently attended UtopYA 2015 in Nashville, and I had a bit of a revelation. I've been focusing a lot on participating in events and less on my online community of readers. I seem to have forgotten that the internet is where I got my start. Specifically on Instagram, thanks to Sasha Alsberg. My main readership is on social media, but I've been trying to branch out into the real world. Attending conventions and festivals to promote my work has been both fun and frustrating. It's more or less a slap in the face when I go to these sorts of things and don't have a lot of success. Not that I'm expecting to sell hundreds of copies of my books, but I've ignored the fact that no one out there technically knows who I am. When I post on the holy trinity (Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram) the response I get is almost instant. I think that has spoiled me in a way. I owe everything to my online following, and I love the "small circle" that's been created around my work, so a major part of me believes that's where I need to keep my focus for a while.
The problem I have with organizing events is that not enough of my readers live in one area to make it successful. Everyone is so spread out, it's hard to measure a good turnout. Because of this, I'm going to start doing more virtual events, such as Google Hangouts and scheduled Twitter chats. This is something I've seen generate a lot of success for others, so I'm going to try it and see how it goes. This doesn't mean I'm going to stop going to events altogether. I'll still be attending them, I just won't be focused on participating. The next festival I'll be at is Decatur Book Festival in September, so if there are enough of you going, I might put together a meet-up. But you'll have to contact me and let me know.
As always, thank you for much for supporting me. A lot of work goes into what I do, and I know all of you understand and appreciate it. I was discussing my books with someone over dinner last night, and I mentioned that money is something I have a major struggle with. I told her that making a profit as always been low of my list of goals, and she said, "But you're helping people."
That's really all that matters, and I can't wait to jump back into writing what I love the most! As soon as the rest of the Mind Breaker books are released, I'll be back to working on my contemporary stories. And THAT is where my heart is!
xx
-Megan.
I'm proud to say that I'll actually be celebrating this year! More so than any other year. I'm not a big fan of being outside, seeing that in the summer I only have to step out of my door for two seconds before being suddenly attacked by mosquitos. I'm either super allergic or super sensitive. Either way, they are drawn to me and I hate it. I was standing in the driveway unlocking my car the other day, and when I got inside I found three bites. THREE! I know what you're going to say. "Use OFF! or something else to spray on you. It doesn't work. Nothing does. So, when I'm outside watching fireworks, I'll be in long sleeves and a parka.
On to the next subject.
My street team newsletter is launching on July 6th and will continue to be sent out the first Monday of every month! In which, as a member, you will find more excitement than you'll understand what to do with! Maybe not. But the reason why this street team is so important is because it's exclusive. If you already get emails from me about ARCs and events and anything else, now you won't. The only way to know what's happening before the general public is to be a street team member. I'll be using this newsletter to announce all of my upcoming releases, title and cover reveals, etc. And MONTHS before I'll be posting to social media about it. Also, there are going to be plenty of opportunities to win prizes and giveaways. In the first month that the newsletter/street team goes live, I'll be hosting a competition for all members. The rules and regulations will be included in the email, and I'm still planning to reveal the title and synopsis for my new stand alone novel coming out in September of 2016. I think there are plenty of incentives for you all to sign up, so I'm going to post the link again here: http://www.megandukebooks.com/#!street-team/c6vk
Now for my final bit of news.
I recently attended UtopYA 2015 in Nashville, and I had a bit of a revelation. I've been focusing a lot on participating in events and less on my online community of readers. I seem to have forgotten that the internet is where I got my start. Specifically on Instagram, thanks to Sasha Alsberg. My main readership is on social media, but I've been trying to branch out into the real world. Attending conventions and festivals to promote my work has been both fun and frustrating. It's more or less a slap in the face when I go to these sorts of things and don't have a lot of success. Not that I'm expecting to sell hundreds of copies of my books, but I've ignored the fact that no one out there technically knows who I am. When I post on the holy trinity (Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram) the response I get is almost instant. I think that has spoiled me in a way. I owe everything to my online following, and I love the "small circle" that's been created around my work, so a major part of me believes that's where I need to keep my focus for a while.
The problem I have with organizing events is that not enough of my readers live in one area to make it successful. Everyone is so spread out, it's hard to measure a good turnout. Because of this, I'm going to start doing more virtual events, such as Google Hangouts and scheduled Twitter chats. This is something I've seen generate a lot of success for others, so I'm going to try it and see how it goes. This doesn't mean I'm going to stop going to events altogether. I'll still be attending them, I just won't be focused on participating. The next festival I'll be at is Decatur Book Festival in September, so if there are enough of you going, I might put together a meet-up. But you'll have to contact me and let me know.
As always, thank you for much for supporting me. A lot of work goes into what I do, and I know all of you understand and appreciate it. I was discussing my books with someone over dinner last night, and I mentioned that money is something I have a major struggle with. I told her that making a profit as always been low of my list of goals, and she said, "But you're helping people."
That's really all that matters, and I can't wait to jump back into writing what I love the most! As soon as the rest of the Mind Breaker books are released, I'll be back to working on my contemporary stories. And THAT is where my heart is!
xx
-Megan.
June 20, 2015
COVER REVEAL: Designed With a Destiny by Elle Davis
Today I have something really special to share. This is the first time I'll be participating in a fellow author's cover reveal, and I could not be more proud to say that it's someone I have a personal relationship with. I have known about Elle Davis for about a year now, I'd say. I discovered her book because she is a fellow indie author like myself, and I was incredibly impressed with the hard work and professionalism that came off from her books. I love the idea behind Designed for Perfection, and I think it's a fabulously unique concept that would intrigue a lot of YA readers!
Later on, I was introduced to her daughter, Bryce, thanks to my own books. She became a fan right off the bat. To this day she is one of the first names that comes to mind when sending out ARCs and setting up blog tours. I love the Davis family, so this really means a lot that I can help share Elle's newest book with all of you!
Today I'm revealing the cover for book 3 in The Designer Chronicles, Designed With a Destiny.
These are the first two in the series:
"Messing with Mother Nature can have unexpected consequences... Having a genius level IQ, model good looks, and supernatural physical traits, almost guarantees seventeen year old Ronan Callahan a life of success. He is a genetically engineered human, custom designed by scientists and his wealthy parents, who paid a hefty price for his perfect designer qualities. But, being a Designer Baby doesn't guarantee happiness for Ronan. In fact, his superior traits leave him bored, unchallenged and a social misfit. Cat McCullough, is orphaned, raising her little sister Claire, and struggling to survive. The last thing she's looking for is romance. In a high school full of girls swooning over Ronan Callahan, she's the only one who rejects his arrogant, cold, and indifferent behavior towards others. And yet, she's the only girl to ever capture his attention for more than a minute. When Ronan falls for Cat, he falls hard. For the first time ever, he looks forward to the traditional high school experience that now includes a budding romance. But when his life is threatened by a deadly virus, he is forced to abandon the simplicity of tradition and unite with five other Designer's, whom he shares a secret Designer trait so powerful, that it has the potential to influence world events."
NOW FOR BOOK THREE!
Thanks to Bryce for letting me be a part of this! I wish you and your mom the best!
-Megan.
Elle's Links:
Website
Facebook
Twitter
Amazon
Later on, I was introduced to her daughter, Bryce, thanks to my own books. She became a fan right off the bat. To this day she is one of the first names that comes to mind when sending out ARCs and setting up blog tours. I love the Davis family, so this really means a lot that I can help share Elle's newest book with all of you!
Today I'm revealing the cover for book 3 in The Designer Chronicles, Designed With a Destiny.
These are the first two in the series:
"Messing with Mother Nature can have unexpected consequences... Having a genius level IQ, model good looks, and supernatural physical traits, almost guarantees seventeen year old Ronan Callahan a life of success. He is a genetically engineered human, custom designed by scientists and his wealthy parents, who paid a hefty price for his perfect designer qualities. But, being a Designer Baby doesn't guarantee happiness for Ronan. In fact, his superior traits leave him bored, unchallenged and a social misfit. Cat McCullough, is orphaned, raising her little sister Claire, and struggling to survive. The last thing she's looking for is romance. In a high school full of girls swooning over Ronan Callahan, she's the only one who rejects his arrogant, cold, and indifferent behavior towards others. And yet, she's the only girl to ever capture his attention for more than a minute. When Ronan falls for Cat, he falls hard. For the first time ever, he looks forward to the traditional high school experience that now includes a budding romance. But when his life is threatened by a deadly virus, he is forced to abandon the simplicity of tradition and unite with five other Designer's, whom he shares a secret Designer trait so powerful, that it has the potential to influence world events."
NOW FOR BOOK THREE!
Thanks to Bryce for letting me be a part of this! I wish you and your mom the best!
-Megan.
Elle's Links:
Website
Amazon
June 16, 2015
Because of Him COVER REVEAL!
It's time! I have been working really hard on getting this series out to you on time. The Mind Breaker Accounts is planned to be completely published by the end of 2015, so here we are right on schedule. Three months between each release is pretty intense, but since the first two were already written and only needed revising, it hasn't been as hard as I originally anticipated. Once book 2 is out on August 25th, the rest of my time will be dedicated to finishing up book 3 from scratch.
Here is the schedule for all of my upcoming book releases:
BECAUSE OF HIM (The Mind Breaker Accounts, #2) - August 25th 2015INSTEAD OF THIS (The Mind Breaker Accounts, #3) - December 29th 2015NEGATIVE SPACES (A Collection of Small Circles Short Stories) - April 5th 2016Untitled Stand Alone Novel - September 2016
Now... what you've been waiting for!
This cover was designed and shot by the wonderful Vania Stoyanova (VLC Photo) and stars Justin Tucker! All three of the covers are spectacular, but this was is maybe almost my favorite.
The countdown is now officially on! T-minus 71 days!
-Megan.
Here is the schedule for all of my upcoming book releases:
BECAUSE OF HIM (The Mind Breaker Accounts, #2) - August 25th 2015INSTEAD OF THIS (The Mind Breaker Accounts, #3) - December 29th 2015NEGATIVE SPACES (A Collection of Small Circles Short Stories) - April 5th 2016Untitled Stand Alone Novel - September 2016
Now... what you've been waiting for!
This cover was designed and shot by the wonderful Vania Stoyanova (VLC Photo) and stars Justin Tucker! All three of the covers are spectacular, but this was is maybe almost my favorite.
The countdown is now officially on! T-minus 71 days!
-Megan.
June 8, 2015
I Don't Want to be Famous.
It's Monday.
I wasn't able to go to work today because of body pain and dizziness. I've never really spoken about this publicly before, but I suffer from an undiagnosed illness that I've been dealing with for many years. I have had chronic lower back pain since I was very young, and in more recent years I've been experiencing all over body aches and fatigue. I'm currently seeing a specialist that may or may not help me, but for now that's really all I know.
This isn't why I'm writing.
This is just why I'm on my blog at 11:32am on a Monday instead of scanning files at work.
I wanted to tell you all about about a revelation I had recently about the choices I've been making. So far, the year 2015 has been both incredible and overwhelming. I've connected deeper with a lot of people that have been hugely beneficial in helping me get my books out to the world. I've made some very close friends because of it, and I wouldn't trade that for anything. There are some other things, however, that I would like to trade.
I'm going to admit something to you that most authors probably won't.
I'm obsessed with myself.
That's right.
What I mean to say is this:
I've become obsessed with the idea of making it. Obsessed with the amount of money I could make off of each sale. Obsessed over how many likes my social media posts are getting. I calculate in my head what that means for exposure. I break down precisely what I need to do to get someone important (publishers, agents, big bloggers, etc.) to notice me. It's become such a daily routine of mine that I haven't written anything decent in weeks.
I sat down at my computer yesterday and planned to add in a few chapters that were needed in book 2 of TMBA. As I was writing, I became super excited. I was having fun with it. I got really into the setting and did all kinds of research for a specific idea I had in mind. And I thought to myself, "It's been a while since I had this much fun with what I do."
That's when it hit me.
Why am I so obsessed with trying to make it?
What is this nagging in the back of my mind telling me I need to be "famous" for my books?
When did I stop writing for me, and only me.
I had considered taking a break from writing all together so I could focus solely on querying to agents and submitting my books to publishers, yada-yada. But why would I do that? I don't want to lose myself in the business side of the book world. I've taken on the role of publisher, agent, publicist, editor, and everything else on my own for years now. And yes, it's quite tiring. But why would I sacrifice the one thing I love about this industry, just so I can "become huge"?
I posted the release dates for my next few books online yesterday, and the loyal readers that I've gained were ecstatic. If I stopped writing to pursue my "big break", I'd be letting every single one of them down. It might not be many. But they're out there. And they mean the world to me.
So I've come to this conclusion:
I don't want to think about what could happen.
I don't want to obsess over the money or the exposure.
I just want to write.
And that's what I'm going to do.
I honestly hate that I let it all get to me.
I promised myself that it wouldn't.
But that's why I'm here now.
I'm admitting it to myself and to all of you.
YOU are what keeps me grounded.
So please, hear me when I say THANK YOU.
-Megan.
I wasn't able to go to work today because of body pain and dizziness. I've never really spoken about this publicly before, but I suffer from an undiagnosed illness that I've been dealing with for many years. I have had chronic lower back pain since I was very young, and in more recent years I've been experiencing all over body aches and fatigue. I'm currently seeing a specialist that may or may not help me, but for now that's really all I know.
This isn't why I'm writing.
This is just why I'm on my blog at 11:32am on a Monday instead of scanning files at work.
I wanted to tell you all about about a revelation I had recently about the choices I've been making. So far, the year 2015 has been both incredible and overwhelming. I've connected deeper with a lot of people that have been hugely beneficial in helping me get my books out to the world. I've made some very close friends because of it, and I wouldn't trade that for anything. There are some other things, however, that I would like to trade.
I'm going to admit something to you that most authors probably won't.
I'm obsessed with myself.
That's right.
What I mean to say is this:
I've become obsessed with the idea of making it. Obsessed with the amount of money I could make off of each sale. Obsessed over how many likes my social media posts are getting. I calculate in my head what that means for exposure. I break down precisely what I need to do to get someone important (publishers, agents, big bloggers, etc.) to notice me. It's become such a daily routine of mine that I haven't written anything decent in weeks.
I sat down at my computer yesterday and planned to add in a few chapters that were needed in book 2 of TMBA. As I was writing, I became super excited. I was having fun with it. I got really into the setting and did all kinds of research for a specific idea I had in mind. And I thought to myself, "It's been a while since I had this much fun with what I do."
That's when it hit me.
Why am I so obsessed with trying to make it?
What is this nagging in the back of my mind telling me I need to be "famous" for my books?
When did I stop writing for me, and only me.
I had considered taking a break from writing all together so I could focus solely on querying to agents and submitting my books to publishers, yada-yada. But why would I do that? I don't want to lose myself in the business side of the book world. I've taken on the role of publisher, agent, publicist, editor, and everything else on my own for years now. And yes, it's quite tiring. But why would I sacrifice the one thing I love about this industry, just so I can "become huge"?
I posted the release dates for my next few books online yesterday, and the loyal readers that I've gained were ecstatic. If I stopped writing to pursue my "big break", I'd be letting every single one of them down. It might not be many. But they're out there. And they mean the world to me.
So I've come to this conclusion:
I don't want to think about what could happen.
I don't want to obsess over the money or the exposure.
I just want to write.
And that's what I'm going to do.
I honestly hate that I let it all get to me.
I promised myself that it wouldn't.
But that's why I'm here now.
I'm admitting it to myself and to all of you.
YOU are what keeps me grounded.
So please, hear me when I say THANK YOU.
-Megan.
June 6, 2015
2 Weeks Until UtopYA!
The countdown is on! I'm so excited about this event, guys! I'm going to be signing and selling books for 3 days! I've attended UtopYA before as a reader, but never as an author! I'm so looking forward to meeting so many people! Readers and fellow authors alike!
Here are some things you should know:
I'm having a major sale that's only available to those that attend UtopYA! For all 3 days that I'm participating, I'll be selling Without Me for 40% off the list price. That's only $9! You can only take advantage of this exclusive sale by attending the event. Thursday and Friday require tickets, but Saturday is free for anyone that brings a children's book to donate!
Here is where I'll be and what time I'll be signing:(booth number subject to change)
I'm looking forward to seeing you there!
-Megan.
Here are some things you should know:
I'm having a major sale that's only available to those that attend UtopYA! For all 3 days that I'm participating, I'll be selling Without Me for 40% off the list price. That's only $9! You can only take advantage of this exclusive sale by attending the event. Thursday and Friday require tickets, but Saturday is free for anyone that brings a children's book to donate! Here is where I'll be and what time I'll be signing:(booth number subject to change)
I'm looking forward to seeing you there!
-Megan.
May 21, 2015
What's Happening?
Hello everyone!
As of right now, Without Me is officially available for purchase! It's live on Amazon in paperback and ebook! It's sort of amazing to think that it took this long for it all to come together. I started this series in high school. It was something I wrote for fun, and then attempted to self-publish in 2012 with little to no success. After some serious re-writing, and a crap ton of time and money spent, I had the best possible version of my book that I could get. Now I am proud to share it with all of you!
You can buy it here: http://amzn.com/0692403167
I'll be promoting Without Me at UtopYA in Nashville, June 18-20th. This includes a signing on Saturday that's free to the public with a book donation.
Find out more here: http://utopyacon.com/armi_saturdaysigning2015/
I'll have time and booth info soon!
AND! The song that Lauren Lyle and I recorded together is now up on iTunes! "Fade" is inspired by the book!
Purchase that here:
Right now, I'm working tirelessly to plan and schedule the next several months. I'm in the process of applying with Baker & Taylor to make my book available to more booksellers. This is a big thing, and it requires a lot of my attention, so I've had little time to write. BUT I'm not neglecting Because of Him! The second book in The Mind Breaker Accounts will be released August 25th of this year, and I'll be promoting and selling that book at the Decatur Book Festival the first weekend of September!
Also, I'm planning to attend and participate in RT Convention next year in Vegas! This is going to not only be a huge trip for me, but if I can get involved the way I want it would mean major exposure for my books. I have no details yet, but as I learn more you will too!
Finally, I'm traveling back to Atlanta this weekend to shoot more photos with Vania Stoyanova! We're getting lots of character promo for you that will be used for swag! I'm super excited because I'll get to see Amos, Avery, Alivien & Liz come to life! I'll be posting behind the scenes stuff on my Instagram, so keep an eye out!
As always, thank you for listening. I will never be able to express what it means to me when one of you reads and falls in love with my words. Sometimes it gets hard, but you remind why I love it. Keep happiness within reach. Never give up!
-Megan.
As of right now, Without Me is officially available for purchase! It's live on Amazon in paperback and ebook! It's sort of amazing to think that it took this long for it all to come together. I started this series in high school. It was something I wrote for fun, and then attempted to self-publish in 2012 with little to no success. After some serious re-writing, and a crap ton of time and money spent, I had the best possible version of my book that I could get. Now I am proud to share it with all of you!
You can buy it here: http://amzn.com/0692403167I'll be promoting Without Me at UtopYA in Nashville, June 18-20th. This includes a signing on Saturday that's free to the public with a book donation.
Find out more here: http://utopyacon.com/armi_saturdaysigning2015/
I'll have time and booth info soon!
AND! The song that Lauren Lyle and I recorded together is now up on iTunes! "Fade" is inspired by the book!
Purchase that here:
Right now, I'm working tirelessly to plan and schedule the next several months. I'm in the process of applying with Baker & Taylor to make my book available to more booksellers. This is a big thing, and it requires a lot of my attention, so I've had little time to write. BUT I'm not neglecting Because of Him! The second book in The Mind Breaker Accounts will be released August 25th of this year, and I'll be promoting and selling that book at the Decatur Book Festival the first weekend of September!
Also, I'm planning to attend and participate in RT Convention next year in Vegas! This is going to not only be a huge trip for me, but if I can get involved the way I want it would mean major exposure for my books. I have no details yet, but as I learn more you will too!
Finally, I'm traveling back to Atlanta this weekend to shoot more photos with Vania Stoyanova! We're getting lots of character promo for you that will be used for swag! I'm super excited because I'll get to see Amos, Avery, Alivien & Liz come to life! I'll be posting behind the scenes stuff on my Instagram, so keep an eye out!
As always, thank you for listening. I will never be able to express what it means to me when one of you reads and falls in love with my words. Sometimes it gets hard, but you remind why I love it. Keep happiness within reach. Never give up!
-Megan.
May 14, 2015
Without Me Blog Tour: Liz Beckett
Due to some unforeseen circumstances, Catheryn from The Book Lioness was unable to post yesterday for the blog tour. So I am stepping in her place to tell you about Liz!
Elizabeth Erin Taylor BeckettNickname: LizAge: 21Hair: BlondEyes: HazelBorn: Manchester, England
Here are a few facts about Liz:
one of the Original Sevenhas to have contact in order to keep controlher twin brother is Amosher father volunteered the twins at birth. their mother was against it.she is confident and a bit of a snob. Cox took her in as his “favorite”, rewarding her with whatever she wanted.being in control is the only thing she’s ever known
I have picked Clemence Poesy as my author/fan cast. She is the ideal image of Liz in my mind, and hopefully you see it too when you read the book!
Liz is probably my favorite character to write. She's got such untamable sass and whit, but she's a complete and utter bitch. No matter what. Unlike Alivien, Liz's bluntness comes off as posh instead of rude. So she's got that way about her. She's that person that insults you but says it in the nicest way, so it doesn't sound mean but you know she's totally calling you out. There are times, however, when you tells you like it is. To me, her attitude stems from the way she was brought up. She was taught by Cox that she was special. She believes her parents were selfish by volunteering her for the drug trial, and the only way to pay them back is to use her powers in the worst way. She feels the need to prove how dangerous she is... and show them it was a mistake.
As for Liz's love life, we don't get to experience that until book two. But mark my words, you'll get plenty of feels. There's a clear triangle... and it's not pretty.
Be sure to follow the last two days of the tour on Jaclyn and Ana's blogs!
-Megan.
Elizabeth Erin Taylor BeckettNickname: LizAge: 21Hair: BlondEyes: HazelBorn: Manchester, England
Here are a few facts about Liz:
one of the Original Sevenhas to have contact in order to keep controlher twin brother is Amosher father volunteered the twins at birth. their mother was against it.she is confident and a bit of a snob. Cox took her in as his “favorite”, rewarding her with whatever she wanted.being in control is the only thing she’s ever known
I have picked Clemence Poesy as my author/fan cast. She is the ideal image of Liz in my mind, and hopefully you see it too when you read the book!
Liz is probably my favorite character to write. She's got such untamable sass and whit, but she's a complete and utter bitch. No matter what. Unlike Alivien, Liz's bluntness comes off as posh instead of rude. So she's got that way about her. She's that person that insults you but says it in the nicest way, so it doesn't sound mean but you know she's totally calling you out. There are times, however, when you tells you like it is. To me, her attitude stems from the way she was brought up. She was taught by Cox that she was special. She believes her parents were selfish by volunteering her for the drug trial, and the only way to pay them back is to use her powers in the worst way. She feels the need to prove how dangerous she is... and show them it was a mistake.
As for Liz's love life, we don't get to experience that until book two. But mark my words, you'll get plenty of feels. There's a clear triangle... and it's not pretty.
Be sure to follow the last two days of the tour on Jaclyn and Ana's blogs!
-Megan.
April 19, 2015
ONE MONTH TO-GO!
Exactly one month from today, Without Me will be OUT!
I approved and ordered 30 ARCs today!!! That might sound like a crazy lot, but I have 25 bloggers and reviewers that will be receiving copies! All in exchange for reviews! The love and anticipation that has been shown for this new series is both scary and exhilarating. I'm blown away that this many of you are looking forward to reading my work! Thank you thank you thank you!!!
Also, the song that Lauren Lyle and I recorded together has been sent off for mixing/mastering! I'm super duper excited for you to hear it! I wrote this song a few months ago with inspiration from the book. After showing it to Lauren and placing it in DJ Adkins hands, it has turned into something spectacular! Lauren and I will be making a lyric video to premiere the song on her Youtube channel the week before Without Me is released!
Finally, the blog tour for Without Me is set for May 11-16th!
Here is the schedule:
Thanks again for the endless support! I'm embarking on an entirely new journey this year as an independent author, so having all of you by my sign is going to make it soooo worth it!
-Megan.
I approved and ordered 30 ARCs today!!! That might sound like a crazy lot, but I have 25 bloggers and reviewers that will be receiving copies! All in exchange for reviews! The love and anticipation that has been shown for this new series is both scary and exhilarating. I'm blown away that this many of you are looking forward to reading my work! Thank you thank you thank you!!!
Also, the song that Lauren Lyle and I recorded together has been sent off for mixing/mastering! I'm super duper excited for you to hear it! I wrote this song a few months ago with inspiration from the book. After showing it to Lauren and placing it in DJ Adkins hands, it has turned into something spectacular! Lauren and I will be making a lyric video to premiere the song on her Youtube channel the week before Without Me is released!
Finally, the blog tour for Without Me is set for May 11-16th!
Here is the schedule:
Thanks again for the endless support! I'm embarking on an entirely new journey this year as an independent author, so having all of you by my sign is going to make it soooo worth it!
-Megan.
April 3, 2015
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March 29, 2015
Negative Spaces & The Mind Breaker Accounts
I realize that I forgot to post this, so for that I'm sorry! I have been running around like a chicken with my head cut off for weeks! There's so much to do and not enough hours in the day.
That's partially why I'm posting today.
I announced last week that the release of Negative Spaces has been pushed back indefinitely. The reason behind this is because I've been spending so much time on The Mind Breaker Accounts. I've been editing books 1 and 2, preparing for their releases in May and August of this year. The original plan was to publish Negative Spaces in November, but I will also be writing the 3rd Mind Breaker book at that time. As a writer, it's hard for me to bounce back and forth between two different worlds once I've submerged myself into one so fully. Also, I've always told myself that I would never rush a release, for any reason. I want to give 100% of myself to each novel I write to make sure it's the best it can possibly be. Because of that, I'm going to focus all of my attention on finishing The Mind Breaker Accounts series before jumping back into anything else. Negative Spaces will be released some time in 2016. I'll obviously keep you all up to date with any changes that might be made between now and then.
I know a lot of you were really looking forward to the Small Circles short stories being released, and I am still really excited to share them with you, but I have made this decision in everyone's best interest. TMBA is a series I've been writing since I was 17 years old. I'm 23 now, so that's 6 years I've spent with this particular story. Without Me was the first book I ever wrote seriously as an author. It was what made me fall in love with writing and publishing. Releasing this to everyone is going to be a huge deal for me, so I am on pins and needles trying to make sure that everything is absolutely perfect.
There are several things I'm planning with the release of Without Me. There will be a preview on Wattpad in the next 1-2 weeks for you all to read consisting of the first 50 pages! Also, there is a surprise that I've been working on for quite a while. I can't say exactly what it is, but it will be released the week before the book is published, so keep your eyes open!
Speaking of publishing...
I mentioned this on Grownup Fangirl when they did the cover reveal, but I haven't spoken on it much more. I've published four books as an independent author-- this doesn't include the first two Mind Breaker books that I released in 2012-- and they've all been under Amazon's Createspace imprint. This year, Without Me will be the first book I've self-published under my own imprint. It's called Duke Books! I extremely excited about this because having my own imprint will open a lot of doors for me in the future when it comes to selling my book in stores! Vania Stoyanova (genius behind the cover design and photography) has helped me so much. I've been doing this on my own for so long, it's such a relief to finally have a solid group of wonderful people behind me and supporting what I do! There are tons of people I need to thank, but that's what the acknowledgements are for ; )
Thank you for continuing to support me and showing your love. Stay tuned!
-Megan.
That's partially why I'm posting today.
I announced last week that the release of Negative Spaces has been pushed back indefinitely. The reason behind this is because I've been spending so much time on The Mind Breaker Accounts. I've been editing books 1 and 2, preparing for their releases in May and August of this year. The original plan was to publish Negative Spaces in November, but I will also be writing the 3rd Mind Breaker book at that time. As a writer, it's hard for me to bounce back and forth between two different worlds once I've submerged myself into one so fully. Also, I've always told myself that I would never rush a release, for any reason. I want to give 100% of myself to each novel I write to make sure it's the best it can possibly be. Because of that, I'm going to focus all of my attention on finishing The Mind Breaker Accounts series before jumping back into anything else. Negative Spaces will be released some time in 2016. I'll obviously keep you all up to date with any changes that might be made between now and then.
I know a lot of you were really looking forward to the Small Circles short stories being released, and I am still really excited to share them with you, but I have made this decision in everyone's best interest. TMBA is a series I've been writing since I was 17 years old. I'm 23 now, so that's 6 years I've spent with this particular story. Without Me was the first book I ever wrote seriously as an author. It was what made me fall in love with writing and publishing. Releasing this to everyone is going to be a huge deal for me, so I am on pins and needles trying to make sure that everything is absolutely perfect.
There are several things I'm planning with the release of Without Me. There will be a preview on Wattpad in the next 1-2 weeks for you all to read consisting of the first 50 pages! Also, there is a surprise that I've been working on for quite a while. I can't say exactly what it is, but it will be released the week before the book is published, so keep your eyes open!
Speaking of publishing...
I mentioned this on Grownup Fangirl when they did the cover reveal, but I haven't spoken on it much more. I've published four books as an independent author-- this doesn't include the first two Mind Breaker books that I released in 2012-- and they've all been under Amazon's Createspace imprint. This year, Without Me will be the first book I've self-published under my own imprint. It's called Duke Books! I extremely excited about this because having my own imprint will open a lot of doors for me in the future when it comes to selling my book in stores! Vania Stoyanova (genius behind the cover design and photography) has helped me so much. I've been doing this on my own for so long, it's such a relief to finally have a solid group of wonderful people behind me and supporting what I do! There are tons of people I need to thank, but that's what the acknowledgements are for ; )
Thank you for continuing to support me and showing your love. Stay tuned!
-Megan.
