The next couple of months are shaping up to be very busy and exciting with a new book coming out, book sales going on, and book events.
New Book
The biggest news is that my first book for adults is coming out on May 15th! My cozy dystopian romance SUNFLOWERS AT THE END OF THE WORLD is up pre-order and ARCs have gone out. I’ll be leaving ARC sign-ups open for a few more days if anyone is interested in getting one.
When you’re the last person on earth, there’s nothing to do but survive.
Mel is the only survivor of a devastating worldwide virus. After an epic crash out on a solo road trip, she comes to terms with having lost everything. Even though she’s utterly alone, Mel is more determined than ever to become self-sufficient. She builds a home in her mountain cabin where she tends her garden, rides her bike to the library, and shares meals with her crow and chicken friends.
When Mel’s water supply is compromised, she hits a new low and questions whether the effort to survive is worth it. A handsome stranger turns up with just the right knowledge to help solve her problem. When he decides to stick around, Mel’s lonely world is suddenly turned upside-down.
Sunflowers at the End of the World is the first book in a cozy dystopian romance series perfect for readers who love the slow-burn romance of Divergent and the cozy vibes of The Spellshop.
Book Sales
I have two book sales going on right now. My award-winning YA fantasy Elixir Bound is just $.99 through April 16th! This is part of the big Narratess Indie Sale, happening April 11-13. You definitely want to check out this massive sale of fantasy, sci-fi, and horror books.
My YA psychological thriller Only Dark Edges, which is a modern-day, gender-swapped Hamlet retelling, is part of a book bundle on Itch. You can get 19 ghost stories for just $10! Itch books can be downloaded to any type of ereader.
Book Events
A fun event happening April 18 – 19 is the Connecticut Book Festivals Bookstore at the Westbrook Outlets! I won’t be there in person, but a large selection of my books will be signed and for sale. This is a great chance to support local Connecticut authors.
And, finally, I will be attending the New England SCBWI Spring Conference at the UCONN Stamford campus May 15-17! I’m on the faculty and will be presenting my “What to Expect When You’re Self-Publishing a Children’s Book” workshop.
There will be keynotes by Heidi E.Y. Stemple and Nina Crews, your choice of 4 craft sessions, publishing and agent panels, professional critiques, and so much more. This is one of my favorite events, and I’m so glad to be heading back to it this year!
That was a lot! What are you all looking forward this spring? What books are you reading?
