She interrupts me. I interrupt her. Elle A. Muse is unfortunately not amused…
Time sensitive! October 20, 2023!
If you read with the Kobo Plus subscription service, or want to try it out (it’s free to do so), a group of romance authors with eBooks and audiobooks in Kobo Plus (including C’est Moi!) has put together our first ever #YOLO with Kobo event with the help of Kobo. So hop on over and check it out!
The romance books are broken down by subgenre!
Hello, folks.
When it comes to being a romance author in the new millennium, I am a very tiny fish in a gigantic pond. I have been around for some time but have never really “hit.” And I’m still not there. I might never be there. But my goal has always been to build and engage with a base of “true fans.” Folks who honestly connect with my writing and aren’t just buying my books because one happens to be on sale in a bargain newsletter that week. Now, I’m all for bargain eBooks, but some of those newsletters are tough for an author to get into, especially the ones that will really make an impact, even temporarily, on an author’s ability to gain visibility on the electronic storefronts.
You guessed it. I have a tough time getting placements on the most important bargain sites, which is one of the reasons I don’t have sales on my books very often.
Back when I started publishing (as opposed to writing – that came long before), I used to joke with my reader peeps about my “dozen fans.” Those readers on whom I could count to buy a new book come release day. Well, guess what? I have cracked 40. That’s a long way from the 1000 true fans that a creator of content (like writers and musicians) evidently needs to earn a living–but! I have cracked my Faithful Forty! Baby steps, right?
Thank you to everyone who pre-ordered GETTING OVER BRETT or bought the book on release day or during this last week, the first week of the book’s release. I hope you’ve read it already. If you have, I hope you enjoyed it. And please tell your friends. Maybe leave a review. Reviews are extremely important to authors in today’s marketplace.
I was lucky enough to be able to build up some Advanced Reader Reviews for GETTING OVER BRETT, and, on Amazon, the book now has over 50 reviews in a week. I am pretty excited about that. Want to hear some reader reactions to the story? Of course you do, or you wouldn’t have read this far (click away now if you’ve just changed your mind).
5 Stars ~ “Loved the book!!! Never give your heart to someone you know is not ready to give you their all. Loved the book!!!”
5 Stars ~ “I absolutely loved this book and story. It caught my attention from the blurb and definitely hooked me right into the story once I started reading. I couldn’t find anything wrong with this book or story at all, that’s how much I enjoyed reading this book.”
5 Stars ~ “There were parts that made me laugh out loud. The ending was the happily ever after that they both wanted. I really enjoyed this book.”
5 Stars ~ “Love all books from Cindy this was my favorite. Really enjoyed the characters and story line. Also loved the cover of the book.”
Thank you! I love the book cover, too.
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Or check out the cover, blurb, and read an excerpt here.
You guys, I am thrilled to share that Getting Over Brett is now available on all major eBook retailer sites as well as in print from Barnes and Noble and Amazon! The book has over 50 reviews already on Amazon. That’s the most reviews I’ve ever had on release day. Thank you, readers!
I’ve been sharing the cover a lot lately on my blog, but just in case you’ve missed it…
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If you read the book and like it, reviews on your retailer site of choice are very much appreciated!
By the way, did you know you can follow me on BookBub and/or Amazon to get notifications of new releases? Just visit your site of choice and make sure to click the Follow button.
GETTING OVER BRETT, releasing in eBook April 3rd, is already available in print from Amazon and Barnes and Noble!
Canadians, the book is showing on Amazon Canada, but don’t buy it yet. An Amazon-Canada edition is coming, and it’ll be cheaper than the print edition from third party sellers currently showing on Amazon Canada. It makes no difference to me as an author, royalty-wise, if you order your print copies from Amazon Canada or a third-party distributor. I’ll still earn the same amount. The difference hits your pocketbook and earns money for the third-party distributor. Fellow Canucks, have no fear, I’ll post the link to the best-value-for-your-Canuck-buck print version of GETTING OVER BRETT as soon as I have it.
Also, here a couple of early reader reviews:
From a reader in Texas:
He was her brother’s best friend, her childhood crush and her first time lover, but he crushed not only her heart, but also her spirit. None other has ever measured up, but she so wanted her happy ever after. Then after those four agonizing years there he was standing in her living room expecting to stay in the spare room for a month! The author has written a clever, sassy, sweet, cute, and surprisingly deep story about childhood longings and major disappointments. I enjoyed every minute spent reading this book and give no spoilers. I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy. Most highly recommend.
And a reader in the Pacific Northwest!
Tori + Brett forever says it all. Tori & Brett were so enjoyable as they struggled to define their relationship. Their humor and banter made the story that more enjoyable. Living in the Pacific Northwest makes this more fun to read and relate to. Will continue to enjoy these great books.
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My buddy, my pal, my lifelong friend, Kate St. James, has a new release! The second edition of A LITTLE WILD, a super-steamy sinsational romance previously published by the now-defunct Samhain Publishing, has been updated and revised for indie re-issue just in time for the new year. The book is in Kindle Unlimited at the moment, so if you have KU, you can read A LITTLE WILD for free.
Check it out!
She wants a
little. She’s gonna get a lot.
Tess Sheridan works her tail off hoping to make partner at a prestigious law firm. The hitch? She hasn’t sizzled the sheets with a hot hunk of a man in over a year. Bedroom romps can lead to love, and she can’t afford the distraction. Infusing sensual oomph into her life must come later. Much later.
Then Tess’s best friend dares her to put her fantasies to the test with a gorgeous stranger. Can Tess pamper her inner wild woman and keep her heart in check without risking her career goals?
Bad boy Zach Halliday realizes it’s time to stand on his own outside the family fortune. When it comes to his personal life, though, he’s all about taking pleasure to the max. Like making the most of a steamy encounter with the beautiful strawberry blonde he met in a bar. Oh, yeah.
Discovering she’s the lawyer for his new business has Zach reconsidering…everything. Tess is such a fascinating combination of buttoned-down legal eagle and softhearted woman that he’s swept away. Can he convince her there’s more between their sheets than a little wild action?
International? Search your store for “A Little Wild by Kate St. James.”
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Thank you Joan Reeves for putting it all together!