Pepper Winters's Blog, page 25
January 6, 2016
EBOOK BUYLINKS
SALE! 99c RUIN & RULE
To celebrate the release of Sin & Suffer on the 26th January, my publisher has very kindly put Ruin & Rule on SALE for 99c for a STRICTLY LIMITED Time.
RUIN & RULE
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RUIN & RULE
AUSTRALIA
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SIN & SUFFER
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SIN & SUFFER
AUSTRALIA
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iBooks: http://apple.co/1P9ihmg
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Google Play: http://bit.ly/1UEWZR9
If you haven’t read yet, now would be a perfect time to grab it so you’re ready when Sin & Suffer comes out :)
Have a great day.
x
January 5, 2016
TRIUMPHS & TRUTHS of 2015
I can’t believe it’s gone SO fast. Where the hell did 2015 go? If you want to read last year’s post, you can find it HERE.
Get ready for a long-winded post. Either skim or study, the choice is yours. Either way, it would read better with a drink (I recommend a lychee martini) Ignore typos, too. (I’m not perfect and can’t be bothered hunting them down)
TRIUMPHS OF 2015
In convenient bullet point form:
I released six books. Five of those were self-published and one of those was traditional with Hachette. Seeing my book in airports and on book shelves was entirely surreal.
I attended six signings. Five of those were in the USA in a combined two month tour in America and Canada. And one was in the wonderful city of Melbourne. All of them were beyond amazing to catch up with authors and readers who I’m lucky enough to call friends.
I hit the USA Today Bestseller list seven times (Second Debt, Monsters in the Dark Boxed Set, Take me, Third Debt, Fourth Debt, Ruin & Rule, Final Debt)
I hit the New York Times Bestseller list twice. (Monsters in the Dark Boxed Set and Fourth Debt)
I hit the Wall Street Journal twice (Monsters in the Dark Boxed Set and Fourth Debt) This was a MAJOR goal of mine in 2015 so to hit, not once but twice, totally made my year. Xx
My first traditional book was released and I loved every second of the process with my editors and agent. They made the experience so much fun and I was honoured to wine and dine with them in New York. A true life time achievement and I’m so lucky to have experienced it.
I sold Italian and Turkish rights to my work. Having the copies arrive at my house in different languages was AMAZING. I’ve also recently agreed to sell German and Greek so watch this space.
I’ve enlisted the help of some amazing narrators to record the Indebted Series and Monsters in the Dark. Audio books will be releasing VERY SOON.
I managed to take some time out for me and my family in December and remembering how to live OFFLINE was one of the most important lessons I relearned this year. I’m no longer a slave to my phone or email and the quality of my life has improved drastically.
I never lost track of just how damn lucky I am and that every day is a blessing.
Hubby and I bought two major purchases this year. A piece of land to eventually build on (over two hectares of heaven) and a Tuscan inspired house that needs a renovation but was literally built for us with how perfect it is. I’m in love with both and so grateful that we were able to afford it.
I think that’s enough. It’s been a crazy, awesome year and I’m sad to see 2015 go but have huge hopes for 2016.
Right…onto the not so good stuff.
TRIBULATIONS OF 2015
Last year I didn’t list any trials as I choose not to focus on negativity and delete any minor issues I might face. However, this year, I can honestly say I didn’t have any problems to overcome. Life is life. It has highs and lows. I understand that so I don’t get hung up on the small stuff.
One thing I noticed however was release days REALLY take it out of me. It’s got to the point where I can’t watch my ranking, reviews, or even sales on my dashboard. I think this is just neurotic stupid behaviour so will work on that, but at the same time, I think it’s a good reminder to just enjoy the fact that I finished yet another book, rather than stressing if people are buying or enjoying. I can’t control that part. But I can control how I celebrate by finishing another novel. (Drinking mainly)
Overall, as I look back on 2015, I remember the highs (like buying the land with hubby. Of boarding the flight to the USA and meeting so many wonderful people. Of bidding successfully on this house we truly wanted and winning) and feel so freaking lucky. So many amazing things happened this year that it definitely trumps any small niggles I might’ve endured along the way.
TRUTHS OF 2015
Last year, I treated this section as the honesty box of what I did or didn’t do. I’ll be honest again as I believe in sharing rather than hiding away.
I learned something new about myself.
I’ve always known I was best in small groups and quiet situations. However, I didn’t know how much of an introvert i was until I did the 2 month signing tour in the USA. It wasn’t so much the signing or long weekends of parties and get togethers, but more what would happen afterward. I would literally become a zombie. I couldn’t think. I could barely talk. I stopped sleeping. I barely wanted to eat. I felt very strange. I became totally drained and useless. It really showed how hard it is for me to be in an extrovert while internally, I’m freaking out.
Because here is another truth: I get NERVOUS AS HELL meeting incredible readers and authors. I get blown away that people want to meet me. Me? I don’t understand why. I mean, I just wrote a book in my pyjamas. (Hardly glamorous) I get tongue-tied. I worry that I let people down. That I’m not cool enough to warrant the long line ups, amazing gifts, and photo bombs. That all takes a strain and once I left the high of the signings, I turned into a wreck. I was left drained, not by others, but by my feeling of ‘not being out-going enough, not being witty, clever, smart, pretty, appreciative enough’. I know I’m not explaining it very well but it was something that really struck home and I’m going to work hard on being more confident in large groups. (and doing my best not to become the zombie people have to kill at the start of a bad movie)
I still fear for the future.
I LOVE MY JOB. I’ll say it again as it’s beyond the truth. I LOVE WRITING, PUBLISHING, EVERYTHING TO DO WITH BOOKS. I’m living the ultimate dream and I hope it never ever goes away. However, no one can promise that and the market changes so quickly that I have to be realistic and plan for the worst. I’ll be writing for the rest of my life (I can’t not write) I just hope there will always be a market where people want to read my ramblings.
I still compare myself to others
Yep, last year was the same issue. I think in this day and age, it’s hard not to. But I did learn how to no longer feel that guilt to try harder, regret that I didn’t work faster, and drive myself insane with the need to do more more more. I’ve had to take stock and really be honest with myself. What makes life your life? YOU and what you do. Not others and you can’t be whoever you’re comparing yourself to. Not only does it takes away from the gains you’ve achieved on your own but it layers unnecessary stress on trying to do something that isn’t your life path. So, I’ve given myself the permission to tread my road and no longer force myself to do more than what I want to. At the end of the day, life is way too short and just living in the moment is the only way to be happy. (it happens that I LOVE my moments and after giving myself permission to take the morning off to have brunch with hubby or calling quits early to go for a walk—it’s all 100% more rewarding when you acknowledge that you deserve it and not carrying around the guilt that you should be working)
GOALS FOR 2015
I want to run most days and do the Five Tibetans that Hugh Howey demonstrates on his blog and does religiously.
After sitting on my butt for two years writing, my lower back is starting to feel it and I’m determined not to be a hunchback when I’m fifty. I’m investing time and energy into being healthy and fit. Not to mention I get some great plot ideas when I’m on the treadmill so it’s not a hardship (although getting out of bed and in the mood to run is hard most days. I need a sexy personal trainer to keep me motivated. Oh wait…I have my hubby to do that.)
I want to become a vegetarian.
I’ve been slowly going off meat for years. I’ve never liked lamb or venison, and only once a year have a steak when I’m feeling low on iron, and find chicken breast bland no matter how you dress it up. I would much rather a big bowl of roasted pumpkin and feta with nuts and salad than a BBQ where multiple animals had to die. Another reason for this is I’ve had a house rabbit for the past eight years. I LOVE this little bunny almost as much as I love my husband (that’s okay to say because he feels the same way. The damn rabbit gets more kisses than I do) however, she’s really taught us how to be empathetic toward animals that are naturally prey and food for most predators. I’ve always been close to animals (raising birds, bunnies, cats, dogs, mice, hamsters, etc. in my childhood) but it’s getting harder and harder to condone the inhumane treatment of not just meat animals but also dairy, eggs production, and other livestock. Most establishments treat animals with respect and I love that free range is becoming more and more demanded than caged, but we still have a LONG way to go toward the suffering of others. I won’t harp on about this as it’s not my intention to preach but it’s my choice to slowly phase out meat and animal products entirely because I don’t want to think about killing for my needs. (this breaks my heart as I love leather handbags but I’m on a mission)
I want to open a charity.
I’ve been thinking about this for a while. I’m a firm believer in karma and giving back. I love to gift (find it more satisfying than receiving for sure) however, (and this might be the sceptic in me) but a lot of large charity organisations have so much overhead charges and staff to pay that a lot of donations are used on things I don’t necessarily approve of. If I donate a $1000 to prevent cruelty toward dogs, then I want $1000 to go to that charity not overheads and incidentals. The only way to ensure the full profit goes to those in need are either to directly donate to societies that accept face to face donations or start my own. I have no idea how to go about this yet but this is my next endeavour and look forward to giving back to a world that has been so generous with me.
MATERIAL GOALS OF 2015
Last year my three goals were:
I want the indebted series to be optioned as a TV series (didn’t happen. This will be a long term hope) Look at the Outlander Series. It took Diana Gabaldon 20 years but it happened.
Sell more foreign rights (growing and so far I’m happy with the progress)
Hit Wall Street journal (Did it. Twice. Wahoo!)
New Goals:
Renovate our new house side by side with my hubby and fully embrace how amazing our life has become.
Travel just for us. (a trip to Bali or Koh Samui) 2015 was taken up with signing tours and we never got our chance to be stupid and drink overly sweet cocktails in the sunshine. (hubby and I treat our Asian vacations as the glue to our marriage. We love each other and spend every day together but holidaying in a fancy hotel with decadent food really sparks romance and reminds you why you fell in love.
I want to break out into new markets with my upcoming books. Unseen Messages is a completely different book from me and I hope people love it as much as I have enjoyed writing it.
And that’s it.
Once again another epic post and if you got this far then thanks so much for reading! (do you need a drink top up?) How did you do with your goals from last year? Did you achieve what you hoped? What do you dream for in 2016?
I can’t thank you enough for turning my life into a daily joy and the happiest I’ve ever been. It’s thanks to you that 2015 was the kickass awesomeness that it was and it will be thanks to you that 2016 is even better.
I hope everything you wish for comes true.
December 20, 2015
PEPPER’S BLOG
UNSEEN MESSAGES COVER REVEAL
I’m BEYOND excited to reveal this cover to you. I’m in love.
Created by the amazing Kellie Dennis from Cover by Design
I hope you like it as much as I do!!
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TEASERS I’VE SHARED ON FACEBOOK
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December 12, 2015
UPCOMING RELEASES & PRE-ORDERS
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM ME NEXT
I can’t believe it’s almost Christmas.
I can’t believe it’s half way through December.
I can’t believe 2015 is almost gone. Who stole it?
I also can’t believe the Indebted Series is over! I feel kinda lost.
What I can believe is that I have a STACK load of stuff coming up in 2016 and I can’t wait to share it with you all. If you receive my new release blitz you’ll already know this but a recap is below just in case…
Here is a brief run down of what to expect in the next few months. I’m beyond excited to tell you more as we get closer to release!
All dates are subject to change / amend (apart from Sin & Suffer, that’s locked in)
JANUARY
Sin & Suffer (Pure Corruption #2) will be released. If you haven’t read Ruin & Rule, you have about 5 weeks to read it before Sin & Suffer will be available. It will mean that cliffhanger in Ruin & Rule won’t be so brutal.
There are only two books in the Pure Corruption series so you’re free to start the moment Sin & Suffer is out with no more hanging for the next one!
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Buy Links for both books are below:
RUIN & RULE
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RUIN & RULE
AUSTRALIA
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SIN & SUFFER
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SIN & SUFFER
AUSTRALIA
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MARCH-APRIL (ish)
Unseen Messages will be coming. I don’t have a release date yet. However the cover reveal for the most STUNNING cover will happen on all social media on the 20th December. I hope you like it!
You can add it to your goodreads: HERE
APRIL-MAY (ish)
Super Secret Series will start (possibly sooner…everything is up in the air currently) Once again, I’m DYING to show you these covers and aim to do so in the new year. To answer a few questions, there will be 5-6 books and follow the same characters, published quickly and close together. I’m in LOVE with these characters already and hope they soothe the hole left behind by Jethro and Nila .
SOMETIME in 2016
Je Suis a Toi IS coming. I don’t have a estimate but I can say it will arrive as a suprise and I aim to have it out as soon as I can. I’ve been writing a bit of Q and Tess’s story and LOVING it.
That’s about it for now but I hope you all have a wonderful weekend and Merry Christmas!!!
November 29, 2015
FINAL DEBT & INDEBTED EPILOGUE ARE LIVE!
FINAL DEBT IS LIVE!
The epic conclusion to the INDEBTED SERIES is now available on all platforms.
AMAZON ~ iBOOKS ~ BARNES & NOBLE ~ KOBO ~ GOOGLE PLAY
$3.99 for the first week only. Normal price will be $4.99
The Last Book in the New York Times Bestselling Dark Romance Series. Where love tries to triumph and darkness continues to reign….
“I’m in love with her, but it might not be enough to stop her from becoming the latest victim of the Debt Inheritance. I know who I am now. I know what I must do. We will be together—I just hope it’s on Earth rather than in heaven.”
It all comes down to this.
Love versus life.
Debts versus death.
Who will win?
INDEBTED EPILOGUE IS LIVE!
A Bonus Release to be read after Final Debt. If you enjoyed the series, you’ll want to read this special edition.
AMAZON ~ iBOOKS ~ BARNES & NOBLE ~ KOBO ~ GOOGLE PLAY
$0.99 for the first three days only. Normal price will be $2.99
INDEBTED EPILOGUE is a bonus book to be read after:
Debt Inheritance
First Debt
Second Debt
Third Debt
Fourth Debt
Final Debt
“Life after death…love after debts…is it possible after so much pain?”
Included in this edition is a Question & Answer, Sneak Peek into Unseen Messages and Sin & Suffer, and a deleted sex scene from Final Debt.
INDEBTED BEGINNINGS COVER REVEAL
The deeper I got into Jethro and Nila’s tale, the more I wanted to write the very beginning of the Debt Inheritance origin. William Hawk will share his story in a full length standalone coming in 2016.
“It all began with greed and gluttony and ended with diamonds and guillotines. Debts were incurred, contracts were written, and a curse landed on the firstborns from both houses.”
William Hawk was born into a family with vengeance rather than blood flowing in his veins. Against all odds, he transformed himself from pauper to Lord of Hawksridge. He became a smuggler, king’s ally, and ruthless businessman. But he had flaws as well as triumphs.
It was those flaws that ruined his inheritance. Those flaws that saved him from himself. Those flaws that brought him the greatest wealth of all.
Her.
Do you want more Hawks? Do you want to know the deeper questions to the Debt Inheritance? Well, you’ve read Jethro and Nila’s tale, now go back to the very beginning and read William’s in INDEBTED BEGINNINGS.
AUDIO BOOKS ARE COMING!
The Indebted Series Audio will be released early 2016.
You can listen to a sneak peek of Jethro and Nila
HERE
START THE SERIES FOR FREE!
DEBT INHERITANCE (Indebted #1)
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DEBT INHERITANCE (Indebted #1)
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FIRST DEBT (Indebted #2)
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SECOND DEBT (Indebted #3)
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THIRD DEBT (Indebted #4)
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FOURTH DEBT (Indebted #5)
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FINAL DEBT (Indebted #6)
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INDEBTED EPILOGUE
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November 24, 2015
SIGNED PAPERBACKS COMBINED SHIPPING
All my books are available to be signed, personalized, and sent anywhere in the world. Please just hit the tab above where it says SIGNED PAPERBACKS for more information.
Cost is expensive due to overseas shipping. The cost does not include a tracking number. If you wish to purchase a cheaper option, I recommend buying the book from online and ordering the SIGNED STICKER to insert yourself. The sticker is $6.00 and found below.
This post is for the INDEBTED SERIES
Individual books are available on the above mentioned tab. If you want them in bulk to save on shipping the links are below:
INDEBTED SERIES PACKAGE
(Original Price $219.50. Save $47.00 on postage worldwide)
Includes:
Debt Inheritance, First Debt, Second Debt, Third Debt, Fourth Debt, Final Debt, Indebted Epilogue (All Seven Books)
Worldwide: $172.50
Australia: $124.50
Worldwide:
Australia:
Please note this book will be sent approx late December 2015 due to shipping delays and holidays
Orders take approximately 2 to 4 weeks depending on admin and postal time. No tracking number is provided and the risk of loss in the postal system must be taken into consideration. If you wish a cheaper option please purchase the book online and order a Signed Book Plate found at the bottom of this list.
Indebted Series 1-3 (one 620 page book):
Worldwide: $67.50
Australia: $45.50
Worldwide:
Australia:
Please note this book will be sent approx late December 2015 due to shipping delays and holidays
Orders take approximately 2 to 4 weeks depending on admin and postal time. No tracking number is provided and the risk of loss in the postal system must be taken into consideration. If you wish a cheaper option please purchase the book online and order a Signed Book Plate found at the bottom of this list.
Indebted Series 4-7 (one 820 page book) INCLUDES Indebted Epilogue:
Worldwide: $85.00
Australia: $61.00
Worldwide:
Australia:
Please note this book will be sent approx late December 2015 due to shipping delays and holidays
Orders take approximately 2 to 4 weeks depending on admin and postal time. No tracking number is provided and the risk of loss in the postal system must be taken into consideration. If you wish a cheaper option please purchase the book online and order a Signed Book Plate found at the bottom of this list.
AUTOGRAPHED STICKER AND NOTE
A cheaper option is to purchase a paperback off amazon and request a signed note and autograph sticker to place inside. Each package comes with signed swag, too.
Worldwide: $6.00
Australia: $5.00
Worldwide:
Australia:
November 10, 2015
FIRST DEBT IS ON SALE FOR LIMITED TIME!!
** ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SALE **
Limited Time Only
The INDEBTED SERIES began in August 2014 and First Debt was released on the 14th November 2014. To celebrate, I’ve put it on SALE for 99c.
If you haven’t started this series you can start for FREE
Debt Inheritance
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iBooks: http://bit.ly/1yjMNiW
Nook: http://bit.ly/1Cl8rau
Kobo: http://bit.ly/1zoFkFL
Google Play: http://bit.ly/1w3FtOq
Second book, FIRST DEBT, is on SALE for 99c
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iBooks: http://bit.ly/15JNGeU
Nook: http://bit.ly/10PcYWi
Kobo: http://bit.ly/1qmB3d7
Google Play: http://bit.ly/1zSgiJw
Sixth and Final Book, Final Debt, comes out on the 30th November
Blurb:
A New York Times, Wall Street Journal, & USA Today Dark Romance Series
“I own you. I have the piece of paper to prove it. It’s undeniable and unbreakable. You belong to me until you’ve paid off your debts.”
Nila Weaver’s family is indebted. Being the first born daughter, her life is forfeit to the first born son of the Hawks to pay for sins of ancestors past. The dark ages might have come and gone, but debts never leave. She has no choice in the matter.
She is no longer free.
Jethro Hawk receives Nila as an inheritance present on his twenty-ninth birthday. Her life is his until she’s paid off a debt that’s centuries old. He can do what he likes with her–nothing is out of bounds–she has to obey.
There are no rules. Only payments.
There are Six Books In the Indebted Series. If you do not like dark romance, this book is not for you.
