Gravity Aftermath

First of all, I'd like to thank everyone for the outpouring of love and support for this book by way of message or reviews. I know how much of a challenge a series can be to keep readers fully engaged, so it was important that I tell emotionally-charged stories that not only centered around Silver, but the other Mageri cast.

Thank you all for being really great about not posting spoilers on my wall, blog, or elsewhere. We don't all read at the same pace, and it gives other readers the chance to experience everything for the first time when they are finally able to make time for the book. :-)

Secondly, writing this book was emotional. I can't express to you how much it was, because I truly love all of my characters and the story often goes its own course. But authors are often too close to our books to be able to predict how readers will react. Until some of the reviews and reactions came in, I didn't know just how touched readers would be.

And that is the best feeling. Not for reasons you might think, but a book should be emotionally gratifying as much as it is intellectually. I weaved real issues into the story, and for some it may be cathartic. It is and has always been a relationship-driven story with a backdrop of paranormal intrigue. It's exciting to be able to balance these out in a way that I don't often read, and while some may find the third-person perspectives jarring, I like to call it "refreshing". It's not done very often in first-person books. I chose this route because I think it adds to the story to be able to know other characters on a deeper level by way of third-person storytelling, and it also allows readers to be privy to things the protagonist is not. I think it also makes the reader savor the scenes with the protagonist a little more. :) I hope that you equally enjoy the sub-storylines as much as the main one.

And thank you to everyone for the tremendous support you've given during this book launch!! Some of you have not yet dug into Gravity due to real-life time constraints, so I hope you enjoy the book when you eventually find time to read it.

For those who are wondering about book five (yes, I've seen your comments! lol), I will be working on it in the coming months with an expected release date of Late 2013. I cannot give any further information than that. Book five is planned to be the final book. I have written out the last words that will be spoken in this series, and like the previous books, the ending has always been important to me.

Now in saying that, I will not rule out a post-Mageri novella. IF this happens (big IF) I will tell you this one thing: it will not be told from Silver's perspective. That's all I can say as I have only the idea in my head, but have not committed to writing it since I need to work on book five. There's a good reason for this, and I think readers might enjoy a little extra Mageri story after it's over.

Keep watching my FB page and blog. I'm still working on the concept for the SEVEN SERIES. I've drafted book two and Seven Years (Book 1) is scheduled to go to the editor next month. I'm not certain when this book will be released, but there is a potential it could be this year. I really wanted to line two books up that are ready to go in order to give myself a breather to work on other projects, but we'll see.

It's Sunday, soo get off the computer! Go curl up with a good book and enjoy the rest of your weekend.

Gravity is now Available for Purchase!

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Gravity Update: On Track for Friday

Just a reminder to grab your copy of GRAVITY this Friday! Even if you don't have time at the moment to read it, the support is tremendous as it will help the book remain visible to new customers who haven't yet read the series.

I'll be submitting the book to be published early on Thursday evening. There is a potential it could go live that night, but hopefully no later than late Friday morning. I'll post the links once available, but you can still do a search of Gravity (Mageri Series: Book 5). It takes a while for the book to show up in the search engines (sometimes days) which is why I'll be posting the direct links for those who cannot find it on Facebook, my blog, and the newsletter.

I suppose the only forewarning I can give you is that it follows suit with the previous books. I touch on dark subject matter, weave real topics into the story, and will take you on an emotional roller coaster. It can't be helped with the type of story I chose to write. Thank you for loving the characters, series, and staying on board to see how it all will eventually conclude. :-)

Please remember to swing by my Facebook page on Friday and share the promo that I'll be posting. There are many people who read my books who may not even be aware of Gravity until they see one of the shared posts, and it also directs new readers looking for something to read to the Mageri Series.And please don't shy away from writing a short review; you have no idea how instrumental they are for indie authors getting their books out there.

 xoxo I can't thank you all enough for your support, and it means so much more now that I'm writing full time. It's something I want to continue doing.

I hope you all enjoy the read, and stay tuned for news on future projects!

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Some pretty big news

Now that it's official, I may as well clue you guys in.

Today, I turned in my resignation at work.










It was a long time coming. They were actually positioning me for a promotion, but for detailed reasons that I would rather not elaborate on in bleeding-ear detail, corporate life is not for me. I served my eleven years, and learned a lot working for one of the most brand-name recognizable companies in the world. The job came with quite a bit of stress, and many years were rewarding. I discovered just how capable I am. How I could handle escalated situations, resolve technical issues, write procedural material, train, mentor, become the department subject matter expert, lead a team, etc. I became one of those valued employees in the department, recognized by directors, project leads, and leadership for my role in major projects within the company. And I started in the file room, a girl in a pair of tall, leather boots who ended up with cuts and bruises all over her arms as I merged thousands of files into filing cabinets.

Hey, you have to start somewhere.

I also learned that I wasn't happy. As great as I was at all those things, it didn't fulfill me. Writing did, so I kept at it. It's something I've been doing since I first shoved my writing desk into my closet at age 12 and made a make-shift office. Since I was 16 and got a typewriter for my birthday and declared in front of everyone that I was going to write a book someday. It's something I've been doing through my adult life and been able to incorporate even into my career. I've maintained a low profile (no pictures) because I did not want to risk jeopardizing my job for something I love.

Last year was pretty rough for me, and I've reached a point where I'm ready to move on. Actually stepping off the cliff and publishing my novels became the reason this is even possible.

What that means is: I'm going to be a full-time writer.

For now. We'll see how things are going in a year, but I hope with your support, that I can actually do what I love doing, and in turn, give you more stories. My options are wide open, no matter where life takes me. I told a friend of mine today that it felt good to take control of my life instead of being controlled by it.My family supports me, and it feels good to be following a different path in life where I can't see what lies ahead.

An inner peace has settled within me that I haven't felt in a long time. This was the right move. I'm still serving out my last weeks and working diligently to ensure my project is in capable hands when I transition a replacement into my role.

This means more writing time. I can tackle some of the side projects and write new ones that I've been stuffing in a box for lack of time. I also won't be working up to 19 hours a day and will reclaim some of my life back. Things will be tight for a while as I figure everything out, but I'd like to express my thanks to each of you for giving me the encouragement and moral support I've needed, even if you didn't know it.

I feel a bit like Silver at the end of Twist:

The bristles of his short hair made a scratching sound as he rubbed a hand across it. “Teach me what the colors mean. What is your mood?”

A deep shade of violet bled through the darkness, and I peered into the reflective band and saw that time stretched before me like an infinite road of possibility.

I lifted my chin and smiled.

“Optimistic.”

Seven Years Update

Be sure to add SEVEN YEARS to your Goodreads bookshelf! CLICK HERE

I'm in the last stages of editing and will be handing it to the editor next month. Release date is unknown, however I have completed the first draft of the sequel. Yay! It's a great book that could even stand-alone, but I had an interest in going a little further into these character's lives.

I have no synopsis at this time, but this book revolves around Shifters according to the Mageri world.I think you'll be surprised at some of the developments in the book as there is a twist or two. It is not dark urban fantasy as the Mageri Series is, but it takes place in the same world and has everything from humor, drama, action, and romance.

My betas have already developed crushes on not just the lead, but a couple of side characters. The protagonist is loveable, smart, witty, and fiercely protective of family.

Here were some beta reader comments (I tried to extract the fun ones):

As always, a dynamite ending.  So many books I read it seems the author can tell a great story but just don’t know how to end it.  Love your endings.

...man was it HOT! 

^^not going to elaborate on what this is referring to ;-)

I hope that this book turns into a series because I REALLY REALLY want to get to know the Cole brothers better. I just wish they existed in real life because I would definitely give a few of them a shot. 

I really enjoyed reading and rereading this book. It was refreshing to read a new set of characters and loving them when I was already in love with your other stars.

I FREAKING LOVED THIS BOOK, LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVED LOVED IT, I CANNOT WAIT FOR THE SECOND ONE!!!!   

^^ I loved the all caps on that last comment

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So I hope you all decide to add this to your reading list and give a new cast of characters a chance to shine. I think if you love the Mageri Series, then part of that is because you love the world. My books all take place in this world and you'll have the chance to not only meet new characters, but learn more about other Breeds, which is really cool.

I have one up my sleeve which I have not revealed in my books. They will not be mentioned until that series is released. So hold onto your hats because there's more to come.

Gravity Synopsis

The blurb is one of the most difficult pieces to write. How to summarize a book in a short few lines without giving away anything, but still piquing the interest of the reader? My thoughts are, you guys are already going to read the book. ;-)

So without further adieu:

When a choice is made, it will forever alter the course of our destiny. It cannot be undone, for fate is a river changing direction and carving away the bed of our hearts like everlasting fractures.

A difficult past has left Silver broken, but she is learning to trust again through Logan Cross, a Chitah who has convinced her that a dangerous man can change. Their conviction for each other will be put to the ultimate test when an old nemesis reappears and flips her world upside down. Will Logan be able to tame the animal within, or will he succumb to his impulsive nature?

The ongoing investigation into Breed experiments unveils a shocking secret about Silver’s past. Standing at a fork in the road, Silver is forced to make a decision. Each comes with consequence, and there is no turning back.