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dollycas · 4 months ago

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On Flashback Fridays I will share with you the books I was not able to review when they were first released which have been screaming at me from my To-Be-Read bookshelf. I backed off my reading goal a bit for this year to relieve some stress and get a little more sleep. Most nights, I am up between 1 and 2 to complete a book, but some nights my eyes are just slamming. I have reading commitments I must meet so it is my #FlashbackFriday reads that suffer. So today, I am sharing a book that I recently and reluctantly moved to my giveaway shelf. Mrs. Morris and the Pot of Gold (A Salem B&B Mystery) Paranormal Cozy Mystery 6th in Series Setting - Massachusetts Publisher ‏ : ‎ Kensington (August 23, 2022) Mass Market Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : �� 1496733053 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1496733054 Kindle ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09MYMSPHC Audiobook ASIN B0CX727KYG Audio CD ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CZ7KWGWS Salem, Massachusetts, B&B owner Charlene Morris will need the luck of the Irish—and the help of a ghost—to unveil a hooded killer . . . Charlene has hired a van to ferry her B&B guests to an all-you-can-eat corned beef and cabbage dinner hosted by Salem’s Irish community at the Ancient Order of Hibernians club—but she should have booked a hearse. It’s never a good sign when the family black sheep drunkenly crashes a party by punching the guy dressed as a leprechaun. But things go from troublesome to fatal when Charlene stumbles upon a second brawl in an upper room—and this fight Connor Gallagher loses, his anonymous assailant rushing past Charlene, hidden by a hoodie. Now Detective Sam Holden has another homicide on his hands, with Charlene as the only eyewitness. Even if she can’t give the police sketch artist much to go on, Charlene is determined to ID the murderer, with the help of Dr. Jack Strathmore, the charming ghost who haunts her B&B. The answer lies in the motive, and to uncover that sleuth and spook will need to shine a light on Connor’s shady past—before the killer pulls another Irish goodbye . . . About the Author From cozy mysteries to seaside romance, USA Today bestselling author Traci Hall writes stories that captivate her readers. As a hybrid author with over sixty published works, Ms. Hall has a favorite tale for everyone. Mystery lovers, check out her Scottish Shire series, set in the seaside town of Nairn, or the Salem B&B Mystery series, as Traci Wilton. Her latest project is an Irish Castle cozy as Ellie Brannigan. Whether it’s her ever-popular By the Sea romances, an Appletree Cove sweet romance, or a fun who-done-it, Traci finds her inspiration in sunny South Florida, living right near the ocean. Author Links Website Facebook Facebook Facebook Twitter / X Amazon Instagram Kensington Thanks to the publisher I have 1 Advance Review Paperback Copy to give away! The contest is open to anyone over 18 years old with a US or Canadian mailing address. Duplicate entries will be deleted. Void where prohibited. You do not have to be a follower to enter but I hope you will find something you like here and become a follower. Followers Will Receive 2 Bonus Entries For Each Way They Follow. Plus 2 Bonus Entries For Following My Facebook Fan Page. Add this book to your WANT TO READ shelf on GoodReads for 3 Bonus Entries. Follow Kensington Books on Threads for 2 Bonus Entries! Follow Kensington Publishing on Facebook for 2 Bonus Entries! Pin this giveaway to Pinterest for 3 Bonus Entries. If you share the giveaway on Threads, Facebook, or anywhere you will receive 5 Bonus Entries For Each Link. The Contest Will End on February 21, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST The Winner Will Be Chosen Using Random.org The Winner will be notified by email and posted here in the sidebar. Click Here For Entry Form This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase using my links, I will receive a small commission from the sale at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting Escape With Dollycas. Read the full article

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eriegaynews · 4 months ago

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mwsa-member · 11 months ago

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A Goodreads Primer by Jim Tritten

http://www.goodreads.com/

Goodreads, often referred to as the Facebook or Internet Movie Data Base (IMDb) for readers and authors, is more than just a platform. It's a vibrant community boasting an impressive user base. With over 150 million members, 200,000 registered authors, and a staggering 3.5 billion books on file, it's clear that Goodreads is the go-to platform for readers and book recommendations. Let’s delve into why you should consider joining this thriving community.

Goodreads offers a unique opportunity for authors to connect with their readers on a deeper level. Imagine your book, like the 2024’s most popular book, The Women, being reviewed by a whopping 361,609 readers, who have collectively posted 44,801 reviews, giving it an impressive overall score of 4.66 out of 5.0. These reviews are not just numbers; they are your readers' voices, shaping your work's perception.[i]

This should signal to us that a large audience of users of this database routinely access book listings and express their opinions. Participation is also a straightforward way to keep track of what you have read in the past, much like you can do with movies on IMDb. The more books you enter that you want to, are, or have read, the better the software can recommend books for you to read based on your preferences. Amazon.com does the same thing based on your purchases and browsing history.

As an author, you can post an author profile with links to any work for sale on Amazon.com and attract fans and followers for you and your books. Goodreads will automatically import any book from Amazon.com that lists you as a contributor. A posting of your books affords you the prospect of adding an enticing description that might convince someone to purchase your work (helpful links to sites are included). It also allows you to introduce searchable metadata on your book by readers looking for various subjects and keywords. When readers have read one of your books, they click on a link to your author page and follow you. You can see what friends are reading and how they rank any book. Private messaging and group discussions are allowed between members of groups and friends.

As a publisher, and anyone that is an indie or self-publisher this means you, you will undoubtedly want to take advantage of a highly robust and free author page available to anyone Goodreads qualifies as a Goodreads Author. Generally, this is anyone with a published book who is listed as a contributor – thus including chapter authors for anthologies. As a Goodreads Author, you can post your photo, a bio, answers to questions the site or you provide, a video of perhaps you reading a portion of your work, a list with links to your books, a blog, lists of books you are reading, quotes by you, quotes by others that you like, results of polls, and authors that you like. This is in addition to groups you can join, friends you can collect, and announcements of events sent automatically to your friends, like on Facebook. There is a separate page for giveaways. You can enter some data initially, go back, and fill in the rest later. The author’s page alone should be sufficient reason to get involved.

Goodreads, like Amazon.com, now require separate author pages for each name under which you are published.[ii] Amazon.com owns Goodreads, and books listed on Amazon should routinely appear in it. A librarian group helps fix metadata problems. A Goodreads app is available on most smartphones, permitting access from your mobile device.

MWSA has an active Goodreads profile, where we post reviews of books submitted by members for our annual writing contest.[iii] Each awards season, we add books to a “shelf” for that season’s year. For example, here’s a link to our 2024 season page.[iv] As of now, we have posted over 800 of our MWSA authors’ books. We have forty-nine friends and sixty-two followers. In other words, creating your own author page and having MWSA post your book on our awards season page will help generate sales for your book.

Join your fellow members and take advantage of the opportunities afforded by this excellent and free program designed to support writers like you. Visit our page today… and don’t forget to become a friend and follower of MWSA’s Goodreads page!

[i] https://www.goodreads.com/book/popular_by_date/2024 and https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/127305853-the-women

[ii] For example, https://www.goodreads.com/jimtritten contains my more recent publications where I used the pen name Jim Tritten while https://www.goodreads.com/jamestritten generally contains my older and academic publications. There is overlap just as there are on both of my Amazon.com author pages.

[iii] https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/69843339-military-writers-society-of-america-mwsa

[iv] https://www.goodreads.com/review/list/69843339?shelf=2024

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afsanaakhter1999 · 1 year ago

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How can I promote my books?

Promoting your books effectively requires a multi-faceted approach that leverages various marketing strategies and platforms. Here are some detailed steps to help you promote your books:

1. Build an Author Platform

Create a Website: Develop a professional website that includes a blog, information about your books, a bio, and a contact page.

Social Media Presence: Maintain active profiles on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn to engage with readers and share updates.

2. Utilize Social Media Marketing

Content Sharing: Share excerpts, book covers, and behind-the-scenes content related to your writing process.

Engage with Followers: Respond to comments, participate in discussions, and join relevant groups or communities.

3. Leverage Email Marketing

Build an Email List: Offer a free chapter or a short story in exchange for email subscriptions.

Regular Newsletters: Send regular newsletters with updates, book launch announcements, and exclusive content.

4. Book Reviews and Testimonials

Reach Out to Book Bloggers: Contact book bloggers and influencers for reviews and endorsements.

Amazon and Goodreads Reviews: Encourage your readers to leave reviews on platforms like Amazon and Goodreads.

5. Host Events and Book Signings

Local Bookstores: Arrange book signings and readings at local bookstores.

Virtual Events: Host virtual book launches, webinars, and Q&A sessions on platforms like Zoom or Facebook Live.

6. Content Marketing

Blogging: Write blog posts related to your book’s themes, character insights, and writing tips.

Guest Posts: Contribute guest posts to popular blogs and websites in your genre or industry.

7. Paid Advertising

Amazon Ads: Utilize Amazon’s advertising platform to target readers based on their purchasing behavior.

Social Media Ads: Run targeted ads on social media platforms to reach potential readers.

8. Collaborate with Other Authors

Cross-Promotions: Partner with other authors to promote each other’s books.

Anthologies and Collections: Contribute to anthologies or collaborative book projects.

9. Utilize Book Promotion Services

Book Promotion Sites: Use services like BookBub, BookGorilla, and Freebooksy to reach a larger audience.

Discounts and Giveaways: Run limited-time discounts and giveaways to attract new readers.

10. Engage with Your Audience

Reader Interaction: Engage with your readers through comments, messages, and discussion forums.

Reader Contests: Organize contests and giveaways to keep your audience engaged.

11. Optimize Your Book’s Metadata

SEO for Books: Ensure your book titles, descriptions, and keywords are optimized for search engines.

Compelling Descriptions: Write captivating book descriptions that highlight the main plot points and appeal to readers.

12. Network within Your Genre

Join Associations: Become a member of writing and publishing associations related to your genre.

Attend Conferences: Participate in writing and book industry conferences to network and learn from other authors and industry professionals.

By combining these strategies, you can effectively promote your books, reach a wider audience, and build a loyal reader base.

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marketingprofitmedia · 2 years ago

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How to Make $3000 Per Month Secret The Ultimate Email Strategy for Success

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Email campaigns are the heart of email marketing. They involve sending a series of coordinated emails to your subscribers. These campaigns can serve various purposes, from welcoming new subscribers to promoting products or nurturing leads. By mastering the basics of crafting effective email campaigns, you can engage your audience and drive desired actions, ultimately leading to digital success..

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Earning $3000 per month through email marketing is an achievable goal, but it requires a well-planned roadmap. This journey begins with understanding the fundamentals of list building, crafting captivating content, optimizing send times, and monetization strategies. By following this roadmap, you can navigate the email marketing landscape and reach your destination of financial success.

1. Building Your Email List

The Importance of a Quality Subscriber List

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Lead Magnets: Offer valuable incentives like e-books, discounts, or free trials to entice people to subscribe.

Contests and Giveaways: Engage your audience by running contests or offering exclusive giveaways.

Webinars and Events: Hosting webinars and online events can attract like-minded individuals.

Leverage Social Media: Promote your email sign-up across social platforms to reach a broader audience.

Segmenting Your Email List

Not all subscribers are the same. Segmenting your email list allows you to send personalized content to different groups. For instance, you might send different emails to new subscribers, loyal customers, or those who’ve shown interest in specific products or topics.

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Dropbox’s Refer-a-Friend: Dropbox offered additional storage to users who referred friends, which led to massive list growth.

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Writing Engaging Subject Lines

Your subject line is the first thing your subscribers see. It’s like the headline of an article; it needs to be catchy and compelling. Use action words, questions, and curiosity to entice your readers to open the email.

Creating Valuable and Relevant Content

Remember, your email content should be like a treasure chest. Subscribers should eagerly anticipate opening your emails because they expect valuable information, promotions, or solutions to their problems.

Incorporating Visual Elements

Don’t underestimate the power of visuals. Include images, videos, and infographics to break up text and make your emails more engaging. Remember, a picture is worth a thousand words, especially in the digital age.

Personalization and Automation for Efficiency

Automation tools can help you personalize your emails and schedule them for optimal times. Address your subscribers by their name, recommend products based on their past purchases, and send birthday wishes. These personal touches go a long way.

3. Optimizing Send Times and Frequency

Timing Matters: The Best Days and Hours to Send Emails

Sending your emails at the right time can significantly impact open rates. Generally, Tuesday and Thursday mornings tend to perform well, but the ideal time can vary based on your audience. A/B testing is your best friend here.

Finding the Sweet Spot for Email Frequency

How often should you send emails? It’s a common conundrum. It’s best to maintain a consistent schedule, whether it’s weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Test different frequencies and monitor engagement to find your sweet spot.

Avoiding the Dreaded Spam Folder

Steer clear of spam triggers like excessive capital letters, too many exclamation marks, and misleading subject lines. Always provide an easy way for subscribers to opt-out and adhere to anti-spam regulations.

4. Measuring and Analyzing Results

Key Email Metrics to Track

To gauge your email marketing success, keep an eye on key metrics like open rate, click-through rate, conversion rate, and unsubscribe rate. These metrics provide insights into the effectiveness of your campaigns.

Tools for Email Analytics

Leverage email marketing platforms like MailChimp, Constant Contact, or HubSpot. These tools provide in-depth analytics, allowing you to track and optimize your email marketing performance.

Adjusting Your Strategy Based on Data

Data-driven decision-making is crucial in email marketing. Use the insights from your analytics to make informed changes to your strategy. If a specific type of email isn’t performing well, tweak it and see the results.

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Affiliate Marketing via Email

Affiliate marketing involves promoting other companies’ products or services and earning a commission for each sale generated through your affiliate links. Use your email list to recommend products or services you genuinely believe in.

Selling Your Own Products or Services

If you have your products or services to offer, your email list is a direct channel to potential customers. Craft compelling sales emails and exclusive offers to turn subscribers into paying customers.

Case Studies of Email Monetization Success

Amazon Associates Program: Amazon’s affiliate program allows website owners and email marketers to promote Amazon products and earn commissions.

Udemy: The online learning platform utilizes email marketing to promote courses, increasing their customer base.

Pat Flynn’s Smart Passive Income: Pat used email marketing to sell his online courses and grow his passive income stream.

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Starting on this path is your ticket to financial independence. With dedication and a sprinkle of creativity, you can harness the power of email marketing and watch as your efforts transform into a consistent $3000 per month income stream. Remember, it’s a journey, not a sprint, but every step brings you closer to your financial goals.

Conclusion

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FAQs

1. Can I use a free email marketing platform to implement this strategy?

Yes, you can start with free platforms, but as you grow, consider investing in premium services for more features and better deliverability.

2. How many subscribers do I need to make $3000 per month?

The number of subscribers required can vary, but it’s not just about quantity. Focus on engagement and conversion rates to maximize your earnings.

3. What’s the best way to avoid being marked as spam by my subscribers?

Provide valuable content, use engaging subject lines, and let subscribers easily opt-out. Also, follow anti-spam regulations.

4. Can I use humor in my email content to engage subscribers?

Absolutely! Humor can be a great way to connect with your audience, but make sure it aligns with your brand and audience’s sensibilities.

5. Are there any legal considerations I should be aware of when monetizing my email list?

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jolenes-book-journey · 7 months ago

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Thistle in the Mistletoe by Margaret Izard

A kiss under the Mistletoe brings good fortune, but can a Christmas wedding stop a deadly feud? Title: Thistle in the Mistletoe Series: A Stones of Iona Holiday Novel Author: Margaret Izard Genre: Holiday Historical Paranormal Romance The soft beauty beside him at the altar would make the perfect bride. Roderick MacDougall would do anything to stop the feud without more bloodshed. Too bad the…

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storyxonline · 2 years ago

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Spotlight & Giveaway: Lovelight Farms by B.K. Borison | Harlequin Junkie | Blogging about Books

Today it is my pleasure to Welcome author B.K. Borison to HJ! Hi B.K. Borison and welcome to HJ! We’re so excited to chat with you about your new release, Lovelight Farms! Please summarize the book for the readers here: LOVELIGHT FARMS is a story about a down-on-her-luck tree farm owner who enters a social media contest to rescue her tree farm. The only problem? On her application she said she…

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dollycas · 5 months ago

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Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – Blogoversary Giveaway – Day 4 Celebrating with 2 Giveaways today! The first giveaway is 6 Advance Reader Copies! A Colorful Scheme (Pen & Ink) by Krista Davis Doggone It (A Dreamwalker Mystery) by Maggie Toussaint Bear Witness to Murder (A Teddy Bear Mystery) by Meg Macy A Catered Quilting Bee (A Mystery With Recipes) by Isis Crawford A Twisted Skein (Seaside Knitters Society) by Sally Goldenbaum Halloween Cupcake Murder by Carlene O'Connor, Liz Ireland, and Carol J. Perry Please remember ARCs (Advance Review Copies) can be shared but never sold. The contest is open to anyone over 18 years old with a US or Canadian mailing address. Duplicate entries will be deleted. Void where prohibited. You do not have to be a follower to enter but I hope you will find something you like here and become a follower. Followers Will Receive 2 Bonus Entries For Each Way They Follow. Plus 2 Bonus Entries For Following My Facebook Fan Page. If you share the giveaway on Threads, Facebook, or anywhere you will receive 5 Bonus Entries For Each Link. The Contest Will End on January 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST The Winner Will Be Chosen Using Random.org The Winner will be notified by email and posted here in the sidebar. Click Here For Entry Form _____ The second giveaway is 5 Hardcover Books! Viviana Valentine Gets Her Man: A Girl Friday Mystery by Emily J. Edwards Seams Deadly (A Measure Twice Sewing Mystery) by Maggie Bailey A Nutcracker Nightmare (A Killer Chocolate Mystery) by Christina Romeril A Bean to Die For (A Coffee Lover's Mystery) by Tara Lush Careless Whiskers (Cat in the Stacks Mystery) by Miranda James (Author) The contest is open to anyone over 18 years old with a US or Canadian mailing address. Duplicate entries will be deleted. Void where prohibited. You do not have to be a follower to enter but I hope you will find something you like here and become a follower. Followers Will Receive 2 Bonus Entries For Each Way They Follow. Plus 2 Bonus Entries For Following My Facebook Fan Page. If you share the giveaway on Threads, Facebook, or anywhere you will receive 5 Bonus Entries For Each Link. The Contest Will End on January 10, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST The Winner Will Be Chosen Using Random.org The Winner will be notified by email and posted here in the sidebar. Click Here For Entry Form GOOD LUCK! Your Escape Into A Good Book Travel Agent This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase using my links, I will receive a small commission from the sale at no cost to you. Thank you for supporting Escape With Dollycas. Read the full article

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luckspren · 2 years ago

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I actually finished the trilogy just a few days after writing this post. I distinctly remember that I wanted to sit with my thoughts for a little bit before posting my final reaction, but obviously that didn't happen. Oh well... better late than never.

I absolutely loved LAOK. It is probably my favorite book in the trilogy. What a full circle ending. But I can see why some people don't like it. Everything changed, but also nothing changed at all. Basically the bad guy won and if this were another fantasy-series, then the very group that Bayaz brought together would have taken him down (and who knows, maybe some of them actually will in the end... I am not caught up with the rest of the books)... so the ending was probably frustrating for many readers in a what-was-it-all-for?-kinda way, but I found it fitting.

And I felt very vindicated that so many of my predictions were actually pretty spot-on, which just goes to show that the set-up was all there. I will definitely reread the books someday (possibly via audiobook which I heard great things about) and I am excited to see what bits of foreshadowing I might have missed. Like I didn't connect Quai to Tolomei, so a reread of those scenes would be pretty interesting and there are probably more things I missed.

It's almost been a year now since I finished the trilogy, so forgive me, if I get some details wrong, but here are some additional thoughts in no particular order:

Obviously I loved the Ferro-chapter where the Bayaz reveal happens. The house of the maker is still a fantastic setting and the whole Magi and Juvens/Kanedias backstory is still one of the most interesting storylines for me. Like I still have no idea how the magic works, but I find everything connected to it very intriguing (and it is a soft magic system, so I probably will never know)

Was very sad to loose Yulwei though. I think Yulweis connection to Bayaz was also one of the things that made me doubt Bayaz as the bad guy, but it turns out he also didn't know.

The fact that the whole Tolomei-storyline was dealt with in the same chapter that the reveal happened also seems like possible set-up for the second trilogy. Who knows maybe Yulwei isn't even dead

Also I actually love Bayaz as a character. Like I hope he goes down eventually, but man do I love reading about him.

All that death and destruction because of what basically boils down to a pissing contest between two old men. I do hope that we will actually meet Khalul in the other books though

For some reason I also quite like Sulfur (Jezal drove me insane though, when Sulfur was disguised as the judge from the closed council later in the book. He once again noticed the heterochromatic eyes and again didn't connect that to Sulfur)... I do wonder though why the eyes don't change...that seems like a really big giveaway.

I guess it comes as no surprise that I do feel bad for Jezal. That scene in the throne room with Bayaz is brutal and seems like rock bottom for him, but I guess it gets probably lower, with West (and supposedly Logen) dying right after, Ardee marrying Glokta and all his other old friends thinking he lucked out by becoming king. That seems like a truly lonely existence. Like yes, he is a better person, but it also doesn't matter, because he has no power at all. Ironically enough he would probably have a better time as king, if he still was a strictly arrogant prick. I can't even say that I find him exceptionally cowardly, given that the alternative is basically excruciating pain and possible death

I really loved the West chapter, where he is in the sickbed after the battle and Ardee and Jezal come to visit. That even West, who knows what Jezal was like, sees him as this truly kingly figure now. Just goes to show how well Bayaz scheme worked and it really really utilizes the multi-pov-structure

West wasting away from the seed-poisoning and dying a slow death after everything was still hard to read. I don't know how other readers see this, but I am glad that he and Ardee could at least somewhat make up

I am a little surprised that the few moments Jezal and Ardee had after he becomes king still got me. Not that I think they would have lived happily ever after, but it still seems unfair that they couldn't even try

Loved the moment when Glokta realizes that Frost betrayed him, because the reader realizes at the same time as him and that is a real oh-shit-moment. But Ardee to the rescue. I did feel kinda bad for him though that both his practicals betrayed him

Logen kept getting worse and worse and worse. Like even if the Bloody Nine is an involuntary thing, dude soughed out fight after fight. Coming back to the North at all was a shit idea then.

Did like the fact that his duel with the Feared still was kind of a group effort, what with West interfering and the rest of Logens crew killing the witch

I don't think he's dead though. I think he will turn back up again in one of the other books. My best guess is, he followed his own advice and uses the fact that everyone thinks him dead this time and leaves the North for good. Keeping out of fights. Living his life somewhere. I think he and Shivers will meet again. And I will continue believing he's alive until I get confirmation of a nine-fingered corpse in one of the other books

"You're the best man I know" absolutely killed me

Grim :(

It is so funny to me that Glokta basically got the happiest ending out of all the pov-characters, even though he is still just a pawn for an even bigger bad and is set to raise another dude's kid

I do like him and Ardee as a duo, though I don't necessarily ship them romantically (yet?). I am however quite interested how they will be as parents. I'm almost sure that kid is gonna be a pov-character in the second trilogy. Also Jezal has to know that he's the biological father, right? In that regard... I can already see the half-sibling incest coming

I do feel for Terez, the Jezal scene after Glokta had that talk with her was obviously horrible (again great use of the multi-pov), but I still can't say that I like her. I hope that she will care about her kids though

Also the identity reveal of one of Wests companions being Gloktas first torture victim was definitely something that I could have guessed, if I thought a little bit about it, but I sure didn't. Both his names escape me though. Also fits very nicely with the full circle ending

I'm definitely committed to the series. After finishing the trilogy I just waited until foreign language books were on sale again and then bought all the other books at once. I actually read Best Served Cold in the beginning of the year (which I also loved) and just started The Heroes a few days ago. I do hope to be finished completely by the end of the year and can't wait until I can finally look up other peoples opinions without fear of spoilers.

I'm around 180 pages into Last Argument Of Kings now and this time around I have to jot some thoughts down in the middle of reading (I swear to god these books are killing me....like I have trouble concentrating at work now that I'm nearing the ending. I just want to read)

First things first: I was right about Jezal! He is king now (just finished the chapter where he makes West the new Lord Marshal). I never should have doubted myself. By the time he actually gets appointed though, I think it was pretty obvious. Bayaz kept hyping him up since basically his first chapter. So it wasn't surprising, but it's always nice to be proven right^^

Also Ferro laughing her ass off, when Jezal gets presented as the next possible king and then again when Bayaz lists all his "accomplishments" was hilarious

Jezal himself also really flip flops between his old ways and being more humble and it's gonna be interesting (and worrying) how that progresses now that he's king. I do really love the little moments, when he thinks about how Logen would react to things.

soooo... if Bayaz planned to make Jezal king since the beginning, then the logical conclusion is that he had Prince Raynault killed. And since Glokta gets threatend by Valint and Balk not to investigate the murder further, he might also be behind them.

Sulfur is back. I think he's the one that actually killed the prince (and that he's the guard that disappeared).

The description of the body indicates that he also might be an Eater and that could be the reason why he wasn't part of the quest in BTAH. Right now it's my understanding that Eaters have to keep eating human flesh. Jezal also didn't recognize him as the Tanner, even though he found Sulfur pretty irritating in TBI and you would think he would remember someone with heterochromatic eyes. So maybe altering his appearance could be part of his Eater-abilities? Then again Jezal is not the brightest candle on the cake and it makes no sense why Sulfur wouldn't alter his eyes, too. And I guess it's also possible that he staged the death to look like it was an Eater to blame Khalul/Gurkhul?

But we do know there was/is an Eater in Adua since TBI and I guess Sulfur is my best guess. Bayaz already wants to mess with the first law, so I can easily see him having no moral problems with breaking the second law, too... it seems useful to have an Eater on your side

Quai also now straight up says that Bayaz can't be trusted and I am inclined to believe him. Not sure on his vengeance motive, though. Vengeance for what? The state of the Old Empire? Is he gonna betray Bayaz?

Gloktas dreams are something I didn't pay too much attention to (mainly because I thought I couldn't understand them yet), but the last one got me thinking. So it's a woman's voice. The voice demands the seed. The death of Kanedias is referenced...I think it's Tolomei. Like she would have the right blood to be able to handle the seed. Which means she's alive (or at least not entirely dead) and that Bayaz lied about the story. It was only Bayaz up on the roof with Kanedias and Tolomei, so I think that's the part of the story where we are missing key information.

So I'm guessing Tolomei is responsible for Gloktas dreams and for the nightly visit Logen, Bayaz and Quai got in TBI, when the room turned cold and Bayaz torched the place. Also I don't think she's an Eater and everything she's able to do is rather connected to her bloodline and the other side

Everything regarding the seed confuses me. Like it's mentioned that the Magi searched for the seed in the house of the maker after Kanedias was dead and couldn't find it... but then it was Juvens, Kanedias and the other brother who supposedly brought it to the island for safekeeping (obviously before they all murdered each other)... so why were they even searching in Adua? Maybe I'm misremembering things. I do think it's probably in Adua, possibly even in the house of the maker (how else is Glokta supposed to find it?). Also the house of the maker seems like a perfect setting for some kind of showdown.

Everyone keeps ignoring the warnings that the Gurkish are coming, so with every new chapter in Adua I kind of expect war.

Also I'm starting to get suspicious that we never even met Khalul. That seems strange to me. With Bethod we get at least a little glimpse of him and the closest people around him.

Apparently Khaluls apprentice now knows all about the quest for the seed, but I have no idea what that is supposed to tell me. Also if it wasn't obvious already, I'm back on my Bayaz-is-the-true-villain-bullshit (with a little sprinkle of Tolomei-is-somehow-involved), so I'm a little worried that I only have a little more than 400 pages left

I don't have much to say about the North. Except that I'm very worried that Logen either dies or that he kills his own friends while having one of his Bloody-Nine-episodes.

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The world runs on code, and not all code is safe. This is why Anna Flynn has a job. Title: Failsafe Author: Jeff Sylvester Genre: Science Fiction Action Thriller Matter Manipulation Devices alter the physical world, turning dreams into reality. But some dreams are treacherous, and the streets are filled with mods that manipulate matter in illegal and dangerous ways. As a seasoned MMD agent,…

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ANNOUNCEMENT:

So... I completely reworked Fate's Crystal Majesty.

After realizing that the first book was long enough to be almost 2 and a half whole novels... I decided to break it into chunks. In doing that, I've changed several parts of the story that many people have already seen.

BUT!

That also means the book is several steps closer to being worthy of possibly getting published!

So. The website has been redesigned and the live chapters have been re-uploaded as google docs rather than site pages. Not only does this make interaction more smooth, it also creates better ease of access. As always, they are completely open for comments and interaction!

A story can't happen without its reader, after all...

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I have no idea about what bigotry/drama/war unfolded while I wasn't looking (my dash is sprinkled with a wide variety of conflicting takes that do absolutely nothing to clarify whatever the heck I missed) but more and more lately I'm thinking that we as a community need to just... Have a fucking meeting. Because there is a LOT of thinly veiled shit that seems to constantly be happening. Everything from people starting drama about writing about ~bad things~ (a gay person having a homophobic villain character in their works and getting attacked for it) to SERIOUS racism (apparently someone said they want to live in a world/write a world with only one race? The fuck?) to cultural appropriation/deeply rooted lack of knowledge about a culture being referenced (saw a writer trying to just... Claim Aphrodite as a 'trans-masc icon' and trying to rename her 'Aphrodito'???) To mountains of mountains of toxic positivity and/or insisting on asanine levels of 'purity' within the work of other people.

Genuinely. We all need to like... Talk.

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Okay so this is very obviously NOT the finished product. Not even a little bit. But I'm writing a prequel bit for Fate's Crystal Majesty for @athena-anna-rose's writing contest. And. I'm having the hardest and funniest fucking time writing an oblivious straight man. I have no experience in this category of Guy so writing this bit is killing my sensibilities but it's already so fucking funny and I wanted to share. Current progress is under the cut. This is turning into a comedy.

Contest Story: What Once Was

"I've been meaning to say this for a while," said a voice, light and playful like a bell. "...But you really are pretty cute, mister Crown Prince!"

Solaris Trinidad Coronis nearly slammed his book closed, face turning red as his head whipped around. There, standing behind him, was a young mage— a university student that was younger than him, and a familiar one. Her blonde hair and aquamarine eyes would have been a dead giveaway, even if her uniquely folded 'dog' ears didn't signal her identity and status.

"O-oh, you're… Lunari Nitewing, correct? I believe I've seen you around…" He asked, doing his best to ignore her commentary on him. He nearly winced as he glanced at the nearby clock, suddenly noticing the time.

The young half-Rorvan nodded, grinning. "Yes, your highness. But I'm surprised you remembered my name… They say you spend too much time with your head hidden in these books to notice much, and I'll admit, this library is where I usually end up seeing you."

He sniffed, wolf ears giving a disdainful twitch as he collected his studying materials. "Well 'they' don't seem to know the value of being well-read… but at least they're smart enough not to insult me to my face, I guess…" Though… he thought wryly, I'd have to be blind not to notice the most magical young woman on the planet. "...You ought not to listen to gossip, Miss Nitewing. You have a lot of talent. It would be a true shame if you got caught up in a bad crowd."

"I find your studious nature endearing, actually!" The girl giggled. He suddenly realized how petite she was as she sat on the table, her eyes just barely higher than his were. "Makes you seem like a normal person."

"You'll find that I am a normal person, Miss Nitewing," he said, voice even. "I do what I can to make sure that being a prince doesn't get in the way of being a good citizen."

He stood then, gathering his books in his arms, then gave the girl another quick once-over. Sky blue Rorvan-inspired blouse over white pants, dark boots, a charming blue headband to match her top, tasteful floral scented oils along her pulse points… she looked a bit too nice for a trip to the library.

Is she… going out with someone?

He gave a polite cough. "If you're planning to meet someone, you shouldn't be chatting me up… someone might get the wrong idea if you speak to me."

She smiled almost pointedly. "Oh, I don't know if I'm going out yet… the guy I like doesn't seem to notice me as much as he thinks he does. I'm actually here to talk him into going to dinner with me."

Solaris blinked, suddenly a little surprised and annoyed on her behalf. What kind of idiot wouldn't notice her? "Oh… that's too bad. Someone as interesting as you should be at the top of anyone's list. Are you meeting him here?"

The young woman giggled. "Actually, he's already here. I'm just running a social experiment to see how long it takes him to notice."

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The Crystalline King

Lilly watched as the young Keir—he really was so, so small here—quietly edged towards a door frame. Somehow, despite the fact that she was much further away, voices suddenly came to her the same way they would have if she stood where the young prince did. It was as if, even here, that part of their connection still worked. But the sounds were… odd. Entangled, somehow. It was impossible to tell who spoke, without seeing who was in that room.

"... But you know he'll probably never have magic like us."

"We can't say that! He's only a child, just like Rolph had been before he left because of all this pressure. His magic could manifest any day now, or maybe even years from now, and that's fine!"

Lilly blinked, then jogged over to the doorway, watching things unfold. There stood a young Crowlyn, looking around her own age, leaning against a table and facing the king… who looked very different from when she last saw him in real life, a creepy and dangerous figure with a fake smile and lacking entirely in humanity.

No, this was an entirely different man. Tall, yes, but only barely taller than the average human. Velvety black hair with greying highlights framed his face, and seemingly helped to hold up glasses with a thin wire frame. His shirt was strikingly white and billowy, draping over somewhat lean limbs and tucked into brown working pants and a pair of well used boots, as well as a pair of leather bracers at his wrists. Like Keir, the king wore minimal jewelry. Much of it was made of sturdy leather and gold chain—including a piece resting at his forehead and looping under his hair, which seemed to stand in for a crown like she'd seen Keir wear occasionally. The way he stood and the magical atmosphere around him, however, resembled Crowlyn. He had an aura that even she could feel, and a sense of strength and authority that went beyond the physical. She couldn't quite see his eyes… but she knew that he could probably stop armies with a glare. This was the man from the painting she'd seen. Handsome. Soft features, clean and well-kept hair and close-cropped beard, a voice that was soft, but firm. A smile that radiated kindness—if not also a tight frustration at the current discussion with Crow. He looked so… normal. Like a father. Not at all the imposing and dangerous force that he had been when she’d met him.

She could understand how Lunari might fall in love with this man, rather than the king she knew he would become.

"But still, an heir to this kingdom must have magic,” Solaris said, “It's the only way we keep our status as leaders over the other Daekin. If it wasn't for Lunari bringing together the other mages and supplying most of the power to build this place, I doubt we'd be held in such high regard. An heir who's empty of magic cannot take the throne while you are still an option to rally behind. It must be you, unless..."

"You're too much of a pessimist. And he doesn't need magic, if he has a mage and advisor,” Crowlyn argued.

"You only say that to avoid your duties, my son. Whether they lead anywhere or not, marriage interviews are part of the job—"

“—An unnecessary part, I assure you—!"

"—and are vital to keeping our family line strong,” the older man sighed, rubbing his neck. Did… did he seem sorry for having to say these things, or was Lilly just imagining it? “Our ancestors were the first Rorvae. The first to undergo the changes back on Earth, and the first to access the magic behind Fate. Our history and future are important things that must be maintained, at any cost."

Changes… back on Earth?

But no one elaborated on her silent question. “Keir can do that easily when he's old enough. Leave me to my own business,” Crow said, an edge to his voice, “And stop trying to force all these petty she-wolves on me! I'm not going to suddenly be more normal just because you set me up with someone!"

"Crowlyn…"

"No offense, father, but I'm tired. You should really go and see your sick wife for once, instead of barking in my ear about something neither of us needs to be concerned about."

As Crowlyn abruptly turned she watched Keir half-fall over himself to get clear of the door, while she also stepped back. He was nowhere near fast enough, though, and Crow—he seriously couldn’t possibly be a day over twenty—nearly tripped over him as he rounded the corner. Upon finding the younger prince, Crowlyn immediately signaled for silence, fluidly picking him up and trotting away.

Lilly glanced between the king and retreating princes, then turned to follow—

"I don't have my wife's talent for discernment, but I'm not entirely blind either."

The girl halted, her head whipping back to Solaris. He'd sat down at the wide table and started to write something. After a moment, he looked up with eyes that bore a startling resemblance to Keir's. They looked like bright gemstones, faceted and glimmering an array of yellows and oranges as light shifted around him. But unlike Keir's warm honey and amber tones, the eyes of king Solaris were hard and cold with their brightness, and zeroed in on her with alarming precision. They looked so light and alive compared to the last time she'd stared him down.

"Well, come in. You don't appear to be here to kill me… and from what little I can see of you I doubt you could regardless. Just skin and bones, you are"

The girl shivered, then entered the room. Once she'd gotten past the door, it clacked shut, trapping her and causing her to jump with a squeak.

"A girl? And human as well, it seems… I have no idea what you're doing here, but you shouldn't be roaming around so… willy-nilly. This place can be dangerous," he said, turning his attention back to what he was writing, almost sounding concerned for her safety. "But I suppose the guards cannot see you, as powerful as your spell is… though I'm shocked Crowlyn didn't spot you either. He's a very powerful mage… perhaps even more powerful than me. He's at least on par with Lunari, when she was younger. He must be just as frustrated as I am, to be so distracted."

Lilly swallowed. "I… don't know if he can see me, since he's who I'm… supposed to be following. 'Dream-walking', I think Crowlyn called it?"

The king nodded absently. "He sent you from somewhere himself, then… and you are a powerful magician in your own right. Your combined magic must have affected his spell, if you're here, and able to move independently. This isn't dream-walking, young lady. You've projected your soul back along Crowlyn's timeline. So... you aren't a spy, nor an assassin. Humor me, girl, why are you here?"

"Well… uh…" Lilly fumbled, her heart racing. Was it even safe to talk to this man? In a few short years, he'd be hurting his children left and right! She didn't want to give him anything he could use.

Solaris paused, then sighed, his shoulders sagging a bit. "It seems I've frightened you by accident… I apologize. When they call me 'the crystal king', it isn't just because of my eyes… I'm also a bit cold and rigid. You've caught me in a bit of a mood. Crowlyn, bless his heart, has put me in a difficult position. I don't want to force him to marry when he obviously isn't interested in women, but a king needs to be able to carry on his legacy. He can't dance around the problem forever, but he also doesn't seem keen on telling me his actual reasons. If he would, I'd be able to relent a bit…"

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My #1 post of 2022

Contest Story: What Once Was

Heya! This is my entry into the writing contest being held by @athena-anna-rose! It's a short story involving some characters from my book, Fate's Crystal Majesty, and hints at some of the events to come. I recommend reading it in the original document HERE, because Tumblr breaks everything and doesn't allow for other fonts (and also removed every ounce of formatting in the story).

I put a lot of thought into what scenes to show, so I hope you find the story interesting!

"I've been meaning to say this for a while," said a voice, light and playful like a bell. "...But you really are pretty cute when you're lost in a good story, mister Crown Prince!"

Solaris Trinidad Coronis nearly slammed his book closed, face turning red as his head whipped around. There, standing behind him, was a young mage— a student at the nearby university, and a familiar one. Her blonde hair and aquamarine eyes would have been a dead giveaway, even if her uniquely folded ears didn't signal her identity and status. A human-Rorvan hybrid, with strong magic and eyes nearly as mesmerizing as his own, could only be one person.

"O-oh, you're… Lunari Nitewing, correct? I believe I've seen you around…" He asked, adjusting his glasses, doing his best to ignore her commentary on him and hoping the magic in his eyes hadn't flared up. He nearly winced as he glanced at the nearby clock, suddenly noticing the time. The pups would probably tease him again for staying out so late...

"You'll find that I am a normal person, Miss Nitewing," he said, voice even. "I do what I can to make sure that being a prince doesn't get in the way of being a good citizen… or parent, though I can't say I'm doing a stellar job at the moment. I ended up getting lost in my reasearch."

Is she… going out with someone?

He gave a polite cough. "If you're planning to meet someone, you shouldn't be chatting me up… someone might get the wrong idea if you speak to me."

Solaris blinked, suddenly a little surprised, and annoyed on her behalf. What kind of idiot wouldn't notice her? "Oh… that's too bad. Someone as interesting as you should be at the top of anyone's list. Are you meeting him here?"

The young woman giggled. "Actually, he's already here. I'm just running a social experiment to see how long it takes him to notice."

Prince Solaris looked around. His lanky build let him have a good view of most places, and from where he was standing… this floor of the library seemed empty, aside from himself and the young mage that still sat rather casually on the table.

I don't see…?

"You know…" she started, and when he looked down at her he found that her eyes almost seemed to twinkle in the artificial light of the nearby reading lamps. "...I've been saving up for this date for nearly a month, so it'll be a shame if he turns me down."

Solaris blinked, noticing a hint of humor in Lunari's eyes, but chivalry won out over his ability to think past the sudden twinge of his heart. "That is quite a power move on your part, Miss Nitewing… but I must say, any man that forces you to pay for him as well as you, isn't worth your time. Call me old-fashioned, but a first date should be a meeting of equals."

She giggled, and he suddenly twitched to adjust his glasses. "If it were a normal man, I'd agree… but I'm afraid that I'm quite fond of this poor soul. He and I haven't talked much, but…" she said, looking up at him, eyes sparkling in shades of blue. "The medium of my magic is Shadow… and shadows tend to talk. This particular man's shadow says he's lonely, and a bit tired from all the stress he's been under after an awkward breakup. I decided it might be nice to treat him and his children to something fun. Maybe ice cream, since I know he has a thing for sweets."

Solaris suddenly blushed. Children? She has eyes for someone with kids? That would make him probably as old as… probably a lot like… and he enjoys ice cream like…

"...Oh."

"I've been watching this man from afar…" she confided, looking almost shy, as if watching the dots connect in Solaris' head while his ears twitched in embarrassment. "I don't think he really noticed. I've been trying not to scare him off, you see, since he's the type who tends to overthink things. I didn't want him to think that I was just approaching out of the blue or that I wanted something I shouldn't… but I didn't quite know how to start a real conversation with such a dignified gentleman."

The prince looked away, rubbing the back of his neck. "...What will you do if he declines?"

"Probably just try again tomorrow. I'm very persistent!"

"And you don't mind that he… has children?"

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