My awesome co-hosts today are Nancy Thompson, Mark Koopmans, and Heather Gardner! Please be sure to thank them for their time and effort to make all IWSG members feel welcome.
This month I am finishing final edits on CassaStorm. I’ve already seen a few of the reviews for my third book. (He shoots – he scores!) My tour is set and my publisher notified me of some major promotions they will be doing for its release.
My insecurity right now has to do with how well this last book will do and where the other two are right now. Sales have slowed this year for CassaStar and CassaFire. Which I can’t complain about, because when they were at the top of the charts, they were moving big time. But I’m concerned that slower sales now for the first two will hurt CassaStorm.
Like most writers, I think I improved, and the third one is the best of the trilogy. I think with a younger character like Byron’s son it will have an even wider appeal. But will enough people find it? It could be my last book – I’d really like to send it out with a bang.
Anyone else looking at the final book in their series the same way?
Visit others on the IWSG LIST!
Julie Flanders signed a publishing contract for her second novel, The Ghosts of Aquinnah. Congratulations, Julie!
LG at Bards and Prophets posted about the Content Idea Generator. So if you need a cool idea for a blog post, check it out!
Talli Roland has a short story in the anthology Sunlounger, organized by Belinda Jones. Congratulations, Talli!
Lynn Rush revealed her secret identity – she’s Reese Monroe! And her agent, Nicole Resciniti of The Seymour Agency, helped her acquire a three book deal! She signed a deal with Entangled Publishing for her Bound by Hades trilogy. Congratulations, Lynn!
Looking for MG/YA.NA reviewers? S.A. Larsen compiled a huge list, and if you know of more, please let her know and she’ll add them.
Jessica Bell has a music video!!! We finally get to see her sing and jam one of her songs from String Bridge.
Lisa Regan’s book, Finding Claire Fletcher, is a Finalist in the 2013 eFestival of Words Best of the Independent eBook Awards in TWO categories - Best Novel and Best Heroine! She needs votes to win though – see her site for details. Very awesome, Lisa!
Sarah’s Book Reviews is giving away copies of all of C. Lee McKenkie’s books! Go HERE, HERE, and HERE for your chance to win.
Wednesday Movie Quote
Name your favorite. Today’s genre – water movies!
I have to go with The Abyss:
“So, raise your hand if you thought that was a Russian water tentacle.”
Next week – Free-For-All! Come at me with your most favorite movie quote ever.
CassaStorm News and Trailer!
First the news – my publisher is doing another giveaway on Goodreads. Open to the USA, Canada. AND Mexico!
Short and to the point – I like it! I knew they weren’t doing a long, involved trailer this time. But this one is really cool and a great way to finish the series. (If you can’t see it here, watch it on You Tube.)
Whoa – post overload!!!!
What’s your insecurity today? Ready to play with the Idea Generator? Know some good reviewers for the list? Entering any of the contests? And what did you think of the trailer?
Have a great Fourth of July my American friends! I’ll be enjoying a BBQ and Despicable Me 2…
222 comments:
«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 222 of 222Alex! I wouldn't worry about your sales for your third book hurting...I think you generated enough buzz with the first two that your built-in fan base is going to be happy to spread the verd! I hope this book goes great for you and is as successful as your first two :D (which I know it will be!)
saw lone ranger at the drive in last night....was disappointed...blech
but monstersU was fun...
Ooh, dark trailer. I like it.
Allison (Geek Banter)
The Little Mermaid was the first water movie I thought of for some reason...
"It's a dinglehopper."
The trailer is awesome! I don't think you'll have anything to worry about with this book! I certainly hope it's not your last one though :)
Short and catchy trailer! Just like the big pubs do it. Very cool.
Have a happy and safe holiday!
Randi Lee, thanks!
Brian, I had a feeling it would disappoint.
Samantha, believe it or not, I've never seen that film.
So many of my writing buddies are listed here. All this good news is great! Good luck with those final edits, Alex.
Your book trailer is so awesome!!!
What a cool idea with the IWSG. I'm going to sign up.
Reviews or no reviews, sales or no sales, I can't wait for the third installment. And if even one other person feels the way I do about it, consider it a win.
Far out, as always.
The ABYSS! we loved that and watched it tons.
My fav. water movie is
right now the Adam Sandler movie with Drew Barrymore (what is it, 50 Dates?) --the part where he is on his boat crying to the music of the Beach Boys. So sue me, it isn't a quote.
Great trailer! You rule!
My insecurity today would hurt to discuss.
xox jean
Oh, man. I'm late on this one! I love running into all the post with this monthly theme! :) It's probably true with everyone that the first book, which sells the most, is probably the weakest book of a series. Everyone improves as they write more.
Maybe the release of book 3 will shoot the other 2 back up to the top!
That's an awesome trailer, Alex! Woot!
My fav water movie quote would be: "Just keep swimming, just keep swimming..." Good advice from Dory (Finding Nemo).
Breena, thanks - and welcome to the IWSG.
SL, thanks. You rock!
Jean, Fifty First Dates. Cute movie.
Charmaine, good one.
I'm a big fan of THE ABYSS as well; glad you didn't go with WATERWORLD, even though it had its moments. Good luck with your book launch! I'm sure I'll see it everywhere in the Blogosphere once it's released.
AWESOME trailer. I must have missed this post the first time, but it's great!
Your trailers always rock! LOVED IT! When will you sell the movie rights? LOL. Soon, I bet. :)
I will catch this trailer on Tim's computer when he is done gaming with the guys.
Very cool.
The trailer was short and sweet. Can't wait to read the book!
Okay, that is awesome! Powerful last line.
Ooh, The Abyss is a great pic for a water movie. Congrats on all the great news and trailer for CassaStorm!
I love the trailer!
And I don't think you'll have problems getting people to read the third book. Your loyal following from the first two books will bring that base of readership to the fore and pick up more readers along the way, I don't doubt. You deserve the success.
I'm glad that you didn't stop at one book. Now three books down the line, you're an inspiration to so many.
Jai
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