Next week, on October 19th, the 5th and final installment of the Carus Series will release. To celebrate the release of this urban fantasy, full-length novel, I'm running a giveaway! Enter below and make sure to share! The winners will be announced on October 20th, 2016. Don't want to wait, and want to pre-order right now? Here's the buy link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L5TXMMW The Prizes include: - 5 audio copies of Shift Happens - 5 audio copies of Beast Coast - 1 ebook of Shift Happens - 1 ebook of Beast Coast - 1 ebook of Carpe Demon - 1 ebook of Shift Work - 5 ebooks of BEAST OF ALL - 5 ebooks of MOON, MIST & MAGIC a Rafflecopter giveaway
One of the consistent criticisms I've received for Shift Happens, my debut novel, is its lack-luster blurb. I don't want to repeat the same mistake twice. Below is my draft blurb for the second book of the series, Beast Coast. It has to stay under 150 words. It's currently 144 words. Ultimately, the decision and blurb rests in the hands of my publisher, but I'd like to be happy with what I submit. What do you think? Suggestions? Would you buy the book (assuming UF/PNR is your thing)? Note: This is an adapting post, so please read through the changes, as some have been made since the original post. ********************************************************************** Original Blurb: In a city known for its diversity, unique cityscape, and picturesque views of snow-capped mountains and deep blue seas, Agent Andy McNeilly uses her unique ability to shift into multiple shapes to keep a leash on All-Things-Weird for the Supernatural Regulatory Division. But hidden...
By Beth Caudill When my friend Melissa Snark started the Zodiac Shifters series, I couldn’t wait to write an Aquarius story. I have a February birthday and as a teenager, I read my horoscope religiously. Sometimes for a good laugh and sometimes because I needed my life explained. Aquarius, an air sign despite being the Water Bearer, inspired me to write a shifter with wings. Not dragons. I know everyone likes them, and I did bring one to my town of Willows Haven, but I wanted to play with some avian friends. I’ve always wanted to fly, more so through space but still flying is my ultimate dream. I can’t do it in real life, so writing about it is the next best thing. There are lots of predatory birds to choose from: eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls. After flipping through some books and a few youtube videos, I settled on the fastest bird—the Peregrine Falcon. The peregrine falcon can reach amazing speeds on a dive but is hampered in its maneuverability. Check ou...
I got Ben and I'm pretty happy about it. A karaoke belting witch? Who could ask for more.
ReplyDeleteHehehe Ben's a good choice!
DeleteI took it twice.
ReplyDeleteMe now: Tristan
Me 30 yrs ago: Wick
I'm good with these. :)
I'm sure you'd give them both a run for their money, then and now, you saucy lady, you!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely awesome & fun quiz. And yes, I got my yummy favourite!!
ReplyDeleteHehehe! I knew you would Charlotte!
DeleteFun quiz, J.C.! I got Tristan...now I gotta read to find out about him!
ReplyDeleteLOL! Awesome! My diabolical plan is working ;-)
DeleteI got Wick!!! What a fun game JC. Great idea.
ReplyDeleteExcellent choice, Angela. And thank you. I saw all these quizzes on FB and thought, I can do that!! :-)
DeleteOh my gosh!!! I loved this, JC! Great escape for a few minutes...I got Wick. :)
ReplyDeleteHehehehe! I'm glad you enjoyed it! Wick's a good choice.
DeleteWow - I really enjoyed that quiz. Might well take it again..and again! I got Wick, too. Yum - thank you JC!
ReplyDeleteLol! There's no limit to the number if times you take the quiz! I've taken it a number if times, you know, to make sure it works. ;-)
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