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June 20, 2015
Deuce, Chapter 16: Bitter, Better
Bitter, Better
Aurelius slowed as he neared the edge of open territory. Several adults lounged along the edge of the creek that served as its boundary. Traditionally, one family member stood vigil, for no one could say when their young hunter might return. Will it be Father? Nay. A sixth son doesn’t warrant any such consideration.
He would have liked to be wrong, but a firm grasp on reality would serve him better in the long run. So Aurelius wasn’t overly bothered to find Flaygore loite...
June 17, 2015
ART: Ewan’s Girls
Fwee! Art is one of the surest ways to make my heart go pitty-pat. Today, I’m smiling over story art from Skylee, who just finished Byways, Book #2, Aboard the Train: A Ewan Johns Adventure. The eldest Johns brother puts the gentle in gentleman. Here he is with “his” girls, Tamaqua and Juniata.
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BYWAYS: On GoodReads
Byways Books #5, #6, and #7 are now on GoodReads! The librarians at GoodReads are amazing folks. I needed them to go in and fix a few details behind the scenes so that the Byways Books were listing correctly on my author page … and the librarian assisting me asked if I’d like them to create a series page for Byways. O___O YES! (Please and thank you!) Check it out: Byways series by C. J. Milbrandt. And if you track your reading on GoodReads, go in and add the newest books to your virtual shelv...
June 16, 2015
CONGRATULATIONS: Byways Review Drive
After a month-long lull (during which I finished no less than four manuscripts), I’m catching up with loose ends. Winners of the Byways Review Drive in May have been notified and will soon receive their prizes. Join me in congratulating them!
Skeye665 Soleil EstherArian will also receive an extra-special prize because she took the time to review Books 1, 2, 3, & 4! I’ll be assembling that package for overseas delivery. In related news, Deuce is scheduled to resume this week. Have you missed...
June 1, 2015
REMINDER: Giveaway
Just a quick reminder that there’s a giveaway underway at The Scriblerians. Over the weekend, Vanessa Morton interviewed me in a post called Christa Kinde’s Alter Ego Tells All… The site is also hosting a giveaway of two of my books to two lucky commenters. You have until 7 p.m. (Central) to take part.
May 30, 2015
INTERVIEW: The Scriblerians
Exciting News! I was interviewed by Vanessa Morton of the Scriblerians about the Galleries of Stone trilogy.
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Vanessa: I recently read Rakefang,the riveting third book of the Galleries of Stone, and I found it very hardto put down each night. What is your inspiration for such diverse stories?
CJ: Story ideas aren’t hard to come by. It’s near impossible to avoid the pesky things. Their ambushes throw my imagination into a tizzy and make me wish I could type faster. However, Galleries of S...
May 28, 2015
RELEASE DAY: Byways 5-7
Three New Installments! After a whirlwind of finishing touches, the next three books in the Byways series went live in the Amazon store sometime during the night. Which makes today … Release Day! This batch of digital books is ready for readers of all ages, but they’re especially good for kids who are ready to tackle chapter books [ages 6-10].
Powerful dynasties. Mythical creatures. Rogue magicians.Wild places. Big secrets. Lasting friendships. Family ties.
Magic isn’t the only legacy Mr. I...
May 15, 2015
ART: Amber Eyes
The Johns family tree was truly magical. Some said it was because Ian’s great-great-great-grandfather had married a woodland fairy. Since then, men and women in their clan sometimes showed signs of magic. Those with dynasty level talents considered the Johns’ ability a quaint quirk. But Ian was proud of his inheritance.
—Byways, Book #1, On Your Marks: The Adventure Begins
Changers. Readers of the Byways books quickly discover that Ian Johns and his three sons aren’t typical. Not only do all...
May 13, 2015
COVER REVEAL: Across the Line
Byways, Book #7 • Across the Line: A Ganix Johns Adventure
Releases: May 26, 2015
State by State: Maryland [learn more]
Ganix Johns doesn’t think he needs a constant companion, but then he meets someone who needs him. Hurlock is a magician with chains on his ankles, and his wife Galena is about to be sold. Ganix schemes to set them free.
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Taking sibling rivalry to...
May 7, 2015
DRAWING: Byways Giveaway
Just a very quick note to let you know that I haven’t forgotten the drawing for the Byways Review Drive. I received notification from the printer that the prize postcards I ordered are en route. When they arrive, I’ll show off a picture … and announce the winners! Thank you to everyone who took part. I truly appreciate your support. ~CJ
