Playing Catchup!
Oh my goodness, October was an amazing month! I quietly released INK: Sketches Part 1, participated in some amazing giveaways, gained about four hundred Facebook friends, went to my first book signing, was voted Author of the Month on the Fun and Fabulous Blog, Was accepted to The Stroke of Midnight Anthology and I know there was so much more. Just a month packed with goodness! So I’m going to recap some and then let you know what’s coming!
INK: Sketches Part 1
This novella is being written for folks that wanted a little more background about what happened leading up to the start of INK: Fine Lines. It opens with Elise’s funeral. It gives you some insight as to how Shay has changed over the past year and half. How she’s gone from the mousey go-with-the-flow girl to hell no! It may provide insight as to why she’s having so much trouble dealing with suddenly being under constant watch. You also get an idea of Shay’s relationships with Eli and Aiden prior to the start of book 1 and may clear up why she feels so comfortable falling back into a routine of ping pong with the boys. It’s more that she’s in a comfort zone going between them because it’s all she’s known.
When you purchase INK: Sketches on Amazon (or any other retailer with an update option) your file will be automatically updated when I include part 2.
All the giveaways
In the month of October I gave away more than 300 books! I really enjoy sharing my work with folks and I know that since my genre is a little weird with the amalgamation of elements some people may be confused. But I know for the most part when you give it a try you’re going to love it! At least that’s what the reviews are saying.
I am currently participating in some cool giveaways, as well as running my own. If I read 40 reviews by Sunday November 3, I’ll be giving away a $20 Amazon Gift Card to one of the reviewers!
This Redhead Loves Books Indie Mashup
Well I’m going to write a separate post for this one, but you have to know I had an absolute blast! I met so many wonderful authors and my favorite part was meeting some of my readers! Meeting Sara, Darci, Amery, Dee Ann and everyone was the hi-light of the weekend. Hopefully I’ve created some new readers!
Author of the Month on Fun and Fabulous
Okay seriously this was just amazing to me! I beat out Amanda Hocking and Stephen King for favorite horror author! I’m sure that had no idea they were up for the award otherwise they likely would have eaten me for breakfast, but my readers really came through for me and all I can say is that I’m the luckiest author ever to have such a great group of friends that care enough to take the time to vote!
If you want to take a look at the feature (which is pretty cool) you can see it here: http://fabulousandfun.com/october-author-of-the-month-bella-roccaforte/
The Stroke of Midnight Anthology
I am so honored to be chosen to be a part of this anthology! I’m about done with my short story. It is paranormal but it’s quite a departure from the INK series. I’m really excited to see what people think of it. I really do hope you like it. It is being released digitally at the end of December. When I have all the details and buy links I’ll post that info on FB and here.
What’s coming!
Vanishing Point – Book 2 in the INK Series
I’m working feverishly to finish INK: Vanishing Point book 2 in the series. The gang has taken me to some really amazing places, that I wasn’t expecting to go. You are going to meet some new characters that you will either love or love to hate. This is an Eli-heavy book so hold on to your pants ladies because he’s throwin’ down! We are also going to be feeling the absence of some characters (don’t worry it isn’t McNab). Starting Saturday, November 2 I’m going to be posting some sneak peeks from Vanishing Point. It’s not going to be easy considering there’s so much happening and I don’t want to give anything away.
My goal is for this book to be released by the beginning of December – lets see if I can do it – cheer me on I’m going to need it.
More Giveaways
I’m participating in some pretty cool giveaways this month, be sure to keep an eye out on my giveaway page to see what’s coming up. Be sure to also spend some time on my Facebook page, I love to give stuff away there!
New Adult Sleepover Weekend
In December I’ll be attending The New Adult Sleepover Weekend with some of my favorite authors. I’m really hoping I can keep the fangirling to a minimum! It’s going to be an absolute blast. I’ll be signing books and of course just hanging with everybody – which is one of my favorite things to do! Hopefully by then I’ll be working on Book 3 of the INK Series.
But please if you are in the Savannah, GA area or live close enough to drive there come and see me and some other amazing authors like Jessica Sorensen, Sarra Cannon, Molly McAdams, Rachel Harris, Tiffany King and so many more. Check out the event page http://newadultsleepover.blogspot.com/p/faq.html and COME SEE ME!!!
I’m sure there’s lots more happening, I just can’t keep up with it all! Thank God for Heidi Hudson, she does a pretty darn good job of keeping me straight – Love You Babe!!!
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