no, I’ve not turned to politics!
Book Baby 4 aka Ellen is in the running for the All Author book cover of the month…… woo hoo… but I need your help.
Please spare a moment and cast your vote for her using the link below
https://allauthor.com/cover-of-the-month/2741/
thank you.
xx
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Once upon a time……
We’ve all heard it.
Having just read it, probably out loud in your head in a voice from your childhood, you now expect a story.
The art of storytelling predates written books and was a crucial element of society in days long since gone by. Storytelling was a means of passing on history, knowledge, beliefs, myths and legends, and, of course, entertainment. These tales were brought to life by the narrative of the storyteller and occasionally supported by dance and music.
As a little girl, I loved being read to. Bedtime story time was a time to delve into the adventures of various characters as read to me by my mum. She read me stories from some very old children’s story collections, books that already been old when she was a girl; she read me Disney stories from a big blue book I was given one Christmas; she read me library book after library book (I loved Mr Grimpwinkle!); she read me books we chose and bought together. Even when I was old enough to read for myself, we kept one “special” book aside for bedtime story time.
The bedtime stories ended when I was about nine years old…. I never did finish Anne Of Green Gables. We moved house part way through reading the book and, for a myriad of reasons, never got back to it and I could never bring myself to finish it alone….. the magic spell had been broken.
When my own children were little, I read to them, trying to instil a love of books in them. I read some from my childhood (yes, I read them the big blue Disney book); I read library books; I read tales of Katie Morag and of Hairy McLary from Donaldson’s Dairy and tied my tongue in knots reading Dr Seuss. What even is a seven hump wump????
The last book I remember reading to both of them was The Lion The Witch And The Wardrobe. The three of us would sit in my bed and read a chapter a night. Precious memories……
Confession – now-a-days, I hate being read to. I really struggle to maintain concentration in lecture/presentation situations and I absolutely loathe radio programmes where they just drone on and on and on……. Give me music any day!
As an indie author, this has presented me with a dilemma. An audio book dilemma.
There’s a whole market out there that I’ve yet to fully explore but I suspect that I’d hate even my own book babies in audio format. That’s not to say that others would….. I just can’t bear to listen to audio books. I appreciate that they are a Godsend to those who love a story but for whatever reason are unable to read it for themselves. Audio books are great for people who drive long distances or folk who travel a lot in general; Audio books are great for book lovers who love to multi-task and don’t have time to sit down and read a book. They are readily available in CD, mp3 and other digital formats. But, as an author, where to begin?
A couple of years ago, I did a trailer video clip for Book Baby 1 aka Stronger Within and, if that short clip taught me nothing else, it taught me that I am NOT a narrator! (Here- listen for yourself –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VObOV6c0FXs )
If my Book Babies are going to find their niche in the audio book world, I’m going to have to find a narrator (or two).
I suspect this is not going to be easy……
I’m not sure if all authors feel the same about their work but I can “hear” it in my head as I read it. That’s the voice I’m searching for!
All four books have been added to ACX.com accompanied by a short audition script. The opportunity to narrate them is being offered on a “royalty share” basis so I suspect my target narrator is someone fairly new to the craft who is looking to build up their portfolio. Is that you? Is it someone you know? Does the person with “the voice” even exist?
Time will tell…….
If you wish to submit an audition please check out the link below:
https://www.acx.com
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The days in the run up to, and the first few days after, the “birth” of a Book Baby are intense and stressful.
There’s the panic around… “What if no one buys it?” “What if no one turns up to the book launch?” “What if no one likes it?”
There’s the anxiety around receiving feedback…. “What of someone tells me its ugly?” “What if no one rates it?” “What if book reviewers slate it?”
I don’t have nerves of steel, as anyone who knows me will testify to. I fret and worry over every tiny thing in life. My Princess Paranoia head is never far away.
Over the past few years, I have learned that when it comes to receiving feedback on your creative exploits, you need to develop a thick hide and the mindset to not take it personally. Easier said than done…. Book Baby mamas are fiercely protective of their Book Baby young.
At the end of the day, this is YOUR Book Baby that is taking its first tentative steps in the world. Hundreds of hours of your time have been invested in it. In my case, my alpha and beta reads have also invested countless hours proofreading and feeding back to me (something I am eternally grateful to these wonderful people for.)
However, things can’t be taken too seriously. After all, writing should be enjoyable and there’s no harm in having a bit of fun with it all too
If you’ve not been introduced to Book Baby 4 aka Ellen yet, you can find her here:
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYHKR44
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYHKR44
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I swithered about posting a “blog” this week as, technically, I’ve posted twice already.
It’s been a bit of a whirlwind few days after the release of Book Baby 4 aka Ellen. I have been totally overwhelmed with the love and support that people have shown me. Sales have been ok. Already, Ellen has earned seven 5* reviews on Amazon.co.uk and two 5* reviews on GoodReads. There has been a great write up in the local newspaper. ( http://www.greenocktelegraph.co.uk/news/16684385.gourock-mum-swaps-life-in-bank-for-rock-band-fantasy/?ref=fbshr ) I’ve almost stopped blushing about that…almost! There have been numerous lovely congratulatory messages, one of them very special indeed. Thank you.
So, the ideal way to take stock and relax after all this? ….. well, it had to be a beach walk, didn’t it?
Normal blog service will resume next week….well, whatever passes for normal!
Huge thanks again to everyone who has bought a copy of Ellen. If haven’t and feel the urge, the Amazon links are below:
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYHKR44
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYHKR44
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Did you miss the online launch party yesterday to celebrate the release of Ellen? You did! OH!!! Not to worry – here’s what you missed. 🙂
15:30 Hi, I’m Rocky, After Life’s manager. Glad you could join us. Go and grab a drink from the bar then pull up a chair. The band are nearly all here. I’ll let them introduce themselves in a minute.
15:32 Hi folks, I’m Taylor. Nice to see so many familiar faces here to help launch Coral’s book, Ellen. Have you bought your copy yet? No? Oh, you’re missing out on a great read! Ok, so maybe I’m biased as it’s the band’s story but you can use the links below to grab a copy today
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYHKR44
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYHKR44
15:35 Hi. I’m Ellen. Glad you made it along today. If time allows, we’ll play a few songs later on tonight. We’ll see how the day goes. True to form, Luke’s running late. While we’re waiting, here’s a little extract from the book about when Taylor and I first bumped into each other.
Three hours later, as Ellen was trying to pull her large suitcase through a crowded station, her mother’s words echoed in her head. Trying to thread her way through the throngs of commuters was a nightmare. Silently, she cursed her own limitations. For the first time she regretted being so stubborn about being able to cope with travelling into the city by rail on her own.
“Get a grip, Ellen,” she muttered to herself.
She paused to check the signage to determine where she was to exit the unfamiliar station. The next moment, she was knocked off balance by a tall, dark haired guy carrying two guitars and a huge backpack. With a squeal, she felt herself start to fall then felt an arm grab her to stop her. She could feel his strong hand on her upper arm, feel the pressure of his fingers burn into her tender skin.
“Sorry,” he apologized hurriedly. “I was too busy looking for the exit. I never saw you stop.”
“No harm done,” replied Ellen shyly.
His hand was still on her arm and part of her was desperate for him to remove it.
“You sure you’re ok?” he checked.
Adjusting her tinted glasses, Ellen forced a smile. “I’m fine. Thank you.”
“Well, sorry again,” he mumbled. “My mum always did say I should watch where I was going. Guess that’s another thing she was right about.”
“Mums are like that,” she agreed.
“Sorry again,” he apologised. “See you around.”
Without a backwards glance, he disappeared into the crowd. Spotting the sign, she had been searching for, Ellen set off again, heading for the exit.
15:40 Hi. I’m Luke, Luke Court. Apologies for being late. Ellen’s asked me to share my guilty pleasure song with you. Think she’s punishing me for being late. Ok, so my secret guilty pleasure song is Your Song by Elton John.
For a chance to win an e-book copy of Ellen, tell me yours. The winner will be picked at the end of the event.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=13GD78Bmo8s
(credits to the owner via You Tube)
15:45 Hi. I’m Cal, guitarist and sometime Cookie Monster with After Life. Ellen is the fourth book Coral has written. Have you checked out her other books? The Silver Lake series? No? You should take a look. They’re FREE to download for today only. We put in an appearance in book two and again in book three. Oh, and there’s some guy called Jake Power in them that Ellen finds hot!
Ellen: “CAL!” (blushes scarlet)
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/Coral-McCallum/e/B00VYU1SZ6/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Coral-McCallum/e/B00VYU1SZ6/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1
15:50 Hi. Coral here. Thanks for coming along today to help launch my new book baby, Ellen. Does anyone have any questions for me about the book, the Silver Lake books or anything in general? #AskMeAnything
15:55 Ellen: Choosing a song to sing for my first After Life rehearsal was a challenge. You only get one chance to make a first impression and I wanted to get off on the right foot with these guys. I chose this one.
For another chance to win an e-book copy of Ellen, what would you have chosen? The winner will be picked at the end of the event.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD-MdiUm1_Y
(credits to the owner via You Tube)
16:00 Rocky: I’ve been working hard to get these kids on a stage near you. All publicity is good publicity. Did you know that a few months back Taylor and Luke were interviewed for Coral’s blog? No? Check out what they had to say.
https://coralmccallum.wordpress.com/2017/08/16/a-little-sneaky-peek-into-the-after-life/
16:05 Coral: As you’ve just read, sometimes as a writer you struggle to connect with your characters or to control them. They have a tendency to misbehave.
Luke: “Do not!”
Coral: Oh, you do! On occasion, the story can go off at a tangent. This happened with Taylor…
Luke: “Told you I behaved!”
Coral: Luke, stop interrupting! LOL. And we both know you have your moments in this book! Anyway, here’s a little excerpt of where Taylor wandered off on me.
Voices from further up the beach disturbed their peace and quiet and Taylor turned to see where they were coming from. It was two young teenage boys and they were dragging the surfboard out from the cave.
“Wait here,” instructed Taylor bluntly. “I don’t like the look of this.”
Barefoot, he sprinted up the beach towards the two boys, noting with concern how ineptly they were handling the board.
“Hey, guys, where you going with that?” he asked, his tone firm but non-threatening.
“Taking it out to catch a few waves,” replied one, his tone a bit too cocky for Taylor’s liking.
Glancing back at the calm water, Taylor took a deep breath then said, “Put it back. There’s no waves out there.”
“Told you,” muttered the other boy sourly.
“But there’s breakers further out!”
“Put it back,” repeated Taylor. “You’re not strong enough to handle that board so far out. Fact!”
“I suppose you’re an expert,” spat the boy bitterly.
“Not an expert but I’ve surfed these waters for a long time. Today’s not a good day to head out from here. Wind’s all wrong. Tide’s wrong. Now, put that board back!”
The boy dropped it in the sand at his feet, “How are we ever meant to learn?”
“Pardon?”
“If you are stopping us going out when its calm, how are we meant to learn to surf?”
The hint of exasperation in his voice tugged at Taylor’s conscience.
“How much time have you spent trying?”
“Weeks!”
“Can you stand up on the board?”
“No,” muttered the boy, staring down at his suntanned bare feet.
“What about you?” quizzed Taylor, turning his attention to the other boy.
“A bit. My brother showed me some stuff but he’s gone back to the army. Won’t be back for six months.”
“Tell you what. I’ll teach you both how to balance on the board. How to stand up. That’s a lesson best learned on a calm day,” offered Taylor generously.
“You will?”
Taylor nodded, “Now, bring the board down to the water’s edge.”
He ran back down the beach to where he’d left Ellen waiting. Hurriedly, he explained what was going on and admitted that “surf school” was in session for the next couple of hours.
16:10 Jack: (pulling up a chair at the table) Sorry, was just sorting out my drum kit. Split a drum head while I was warming up earlier.
Rocky: Another one!
Jack: Sorry, boss. What have I missed?
Cal: Buying your round!
Jack: In a minute. Did I miss the big book reveal? I did! Damn. Let’s take another look at the cover anyway. Love that cover shot!
16:15 Jen: Hi. I’m Taylor’s sister. Isn’t this amazing? Much as I love to see After Life on stage, I have to confess that my favourite musical moments are when Tailz plays at home for us. I love it too when the band are all here and we have a late-night beach barbeque……. Oh, happy memories.
16:20 Nana: At my age I can’t be doing with these Kindle things. Give me a real book. I like pages to turn. These kids laugh at me. They roll their eyes when I’m offering up my words of wisdom. Well, we’ll see who’s right in the end….
For a chance to win a paperback version of Ellen, tell me, what’s the best piece of advice you’ve had from your elders? I’ll pick a winner at the end of the event.
16:25 Taylor: Love that old girl. Don’t know where I would be without her. She plays a mean honky tonk piano. Loves her Scott Joplin. You should hear her play this one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMAtL7n_-rc
(credits to the owner via You Tube)
16:30 Ellen: Before I slip off to warm up, I want to introduce you to someone. Meet my dad, Tim Lloyd. He’s the one who encouraged me to keep going after what happened. He’s the one that brought me my lyrics journal and has bought me several since. I couldn’t have made it this far without him.
16:35 Tim Lloyd (blushing): I am so proud of her. So proud that Coral chose to feature Ellen and the boys in her new book. Have you bought your copy yet? Here’s the links in case you missed them earlier.
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYHKR44
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYHKR44
16:40 Rocky: I’ll let you in on a little history lesson before we hear the band play. When I was looking for inspiration for Ellen’s stage costume, I dropped into the British Museum to see if I could get any ideas. Well, I was wandering through the Ancient Egyptian section when I spotted exactly what I was looking for. The Eye of Horus. I’ll let you read up about it yourself (see the link) but the Eye of Horus represents sacrifice, healing, restoration and protection. Seemed like a good omen for our little songbird.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eye_of_Horus
Coral liked the idea too and used the symbol as her chapter headings.
16:45 Taylor: Hope you’ve enjoyed our chat. Before we go, I’ve one last little extract to share from the book. This was the first time Ellen heard me sing.
As Jen and Nana sat down at the table, Jen passed them both a drink.
“You need to earn those,” she teased.
“Just a few songs, Jen,” stated Taylor firmly. “We’re both off duty.”
“You’re never off duty,” retorted his twin. “You have music in your veins instead of blood!”
“Son,” interrupted Nana calmly. “Play me that song your mother loved so much.”
With a nod, Taylor turned to Ellen, “Do you know Everybody’s Talkin’?”
“Sorry. I don’t believe I do,” she confessed, feeling her cheeks flush with embarrassment.
“No worries. It’s an old song.”
Smiling over at his grandmother, Taylor began to play the classic song from Midnight Cowboy, a film that had been one of his mother’s favourites.
“Everybody’s talking at me. I don’t hear a word they’re saying.”
It was the first time that Ellen had heard her band mate sing. The warmth and emotion in his voice tore at her heart as she saw how hard it was for him to sing his mum’s favourite song. One half of her wished she knew the song so she could help him out; the other half of her was captivated by his raw heartfelt performance.
As the song ended, Ellen saw that his eyes were filled with unshed tears.
“Beautiful, son,” complimented Nana proudly. “Now, missy, what are you going to sing for this old woman?”
16:50 Coral: Thanks for helping to launch book baby 4 and welcome it into the world. Really appreciate all the love and support. If you want to keep up to date with what is happening in my creative world, the progress on Book Baby 5 (Yes, Jake and Lori will be back late next year – I hope!) or my weekly musings then please check out my blog. Here’s the link
https://coralmccallum.wordpress.com/
16:55 Luke: One last reminder of the links you need to buy your copy of Ellen
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYHKR44
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYHKR44
16:58 Rocky: Thank you to all of you for coming along. Time’s caught up with us. The band need to go and get ready to play. Feel free to stay and have another drink or even better, hop onto Amazon and download Coral’s book. Till next time.
(credits to the owners of the images used – sourced from Google)
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I’m fidgety. I’m growing impatient. I’m clock watching. I’m restless. I’m not sleeping well (ok, I seldom sleep well). I can’t concentrate on my writing.
It can only mean one thing….. I’m on the final count down to the arrival of Book Baby 4 aka Ellen.
Ellen is all set to be released on 1 September and this period feels a bit like the calm before the storm. In reality, there is very little calm about me (“No change there,” I hear my friends cry!)
The hard work is complete. The story has been told. Finally, the spellchecking and editing are done. Several ARC copies have been circulated for review. UPS are due to deliver the final paperback proof copy tomorrow (Please don’t let it get lost!) I’ve sense checked the Kindle edition. Pre-order for the e-book has been set up worldwide on Amazon. I’ve drafted the “script” for the online launch party. I’ve even ordered some promo guitar picks to use as a giveaway item.
What have I forgotten? What have I missed?
While I was stressing about things to a friend earlier, they described me as a “pro”. I fell about laughing.
This may be Book Baby 4 but I don’t feel like a “pro” at anything! A pro at stressing and worrying maybe!
When I’d stopped giggling, I did reflect on the comment. I know I am my own worst critic, not just of my creative efforts but in most aspects of life. One thing I appreciate hough is how incredibly fortunate I have been on this creative journey over the past few years. I may not have sold thousands of books but no one has said that my book babies are “ugly”. All three to date have earned heart-warming reviews and are enjoying 4.5/5 star status on Amazon.co.uk. It’s taken a while, a long while, but I am proud of what I have achieved so far. It totally blows my mind to think that people from all around the globe have downloaded and hopefully read the stories that I have created in the comfort of my kitchen (and the front doorstep).
I may be an “indie author” but I couldn’t have made it so far along this creative journey without the love and support and tolerance of some very special people (You know who you are)
So, all that’s left for me to do is to try to be patient and wait for 1st September to arrive so that I can introduce you to my new book baby, Ellen.
In the meantime, if you want to show your love and support for this wee anxious indie author, you could perhaps be so kind as to pre-order the Kindle edition of Ellen here:
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYHKR44
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYHKR44
Or you can accept the open invite to the online launch party
https://www.facebook.com/events/1634651586662114/
And me?
Well, while I’m waiting I might as well continue work on Book Baby 5, the next instalment in the Silver Lake series,
An indie author’s work is never done!
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**** Ellen – now available to pre-order for Kindle ****
Ellen “I vowed to prove them wrong.”
Tailz “I believe this is about where we got to before.”
Luke “You mess this up and you’re history! Hear me?”
Nana “You should be soulmates not lovers.”
Emotions run high when Ellen Lloyd steps up to the mic as the new vocalist for rock band After Life. Will she prove to be heaven sent or will her arrival see the band descend into the depths of hell?
Available to pre-order via Amazon
Amazon.com link
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FYHKR44
Amazon.co.uk link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07FYHKR44
Ellen will be published 1st Sept 2018
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Well, Book Baby 4’s cover has been revealed and the release date announced so I guess it’s time to relax….NOT!
Now the hard word starts as I stress over proofreading, editing, spelling, grammar, formatting……..
I will though, on occasion, attempt to sit back, relax and enjoy the colours in the garden and maybe even write a little too #amwritingbookbaby5 #JakeandLori
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“How long does it take to write a book? “A question I’ve been asked more than once!
“As long as it takes,” is my stock answer.
However, with regards to the first draft of Book Baby4, 603 days is the real answer.
Yes, I’ve FINALLY finished the first draft!!!! WOO HOO!!!
This one has put up a fight, I can tell you! However, I’m pleased with the first draft that I have written.
Writing the first draft of anything can be a challenge. When it’s done, you’re left with something that in places is far from perfect but in others is spot on. Already, I know in my heart, there are a few scenes that need a little TLC so I guess this is where the real work begins.
There’s a quote that’s kept me going when the words have failed to flow..
So, after 603 days, what do I have to show for my efforts?
Well, I have this….
Already 70% of it has been typed up and re-drafted (first time round). That portion has had it’s first spell check/grammar check treatment too.
There’s still a huge pile of work to be done between now and this Book Baby’s actual “birth”. To keep the pregnancy/birth analogy going, I’d say I’m in the first phase of labour.
I have a title in mind….. no, I’m not revealing it yet.
I have a cover design half-formed in my head…. no, I’m not revealing that just yet.
I have a birth date (publication date) in mind…. No, I’m not sharing that yet either!
Patience!!
With the help and love and support of my “Infamous Five”, my wonderfully patient alpha readers, it’s time to build some sandcastles.
Now, who has the bucket and spade?
(quote and bucket and spade image sourced via Google – credits to the owners)
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Today, the 8th May marks five years to the day (well, evening to be more precise) since I took a deep breath, sat down in the early evening sunshine on my front doorstep and began to write the story of Jake and Lori, that became the first book in the Silver Lake series, Stronger Within.
That first evening I wrote about 1750 words. Here they are:
And the finished handwritten manuscript looks like this….
I’ve spoken about the reasons for putting pen to paper on here before and I guess it’s quite poignant that I should start out on my Silver Lake journey in the days running up to Mental Health Awareness week. (Here’s the link to the previous blog post about the reasons for those who missed it https://coralmccallum.wordpress.com/2017/05/08/surviving-or-thriving-a-personal-tale/ )
Something I’ve reflected on and noted is that I’m a bit “funny” about dates. I hadn’t really given it much thought until a friend casually commented over coffee recently “What’s with all those dates?” or words to that effect as I talked about the deadline dates I had in mind for Book Baby 4.
It struck me that more often than not I pick dates for deadlines or publication that mean something personal to me.
I’ve published two of my three Book Babies on what would have been my Wee Gran’s birthday (15 April). I adored that little old lady and still miss her every day even though she’s been gone for over thirteen years.
In the spirit of openness and honesty, 8th May was actually my paternal grandmother’s birthday but that relationship was the polar opposite to the one I enjoyed with my maternal grandmother – enough said. Maybe the choice of date this time was purely co-incidence or perhaps I was sub-consciously proving a point. Who knows!
The dates I’ve picked for two of my author’s note pages mark the birthdays of people who are special to me.
Deadline dates tend to be linked to different types of event. For example, I had hoped to finish the first draft of Book Baby 4 on 31 December 2017 – missed that one. I revised the date to 16th March 2018- the day before I was due to travel to Birmingham to see Myles Kennedy in concert- I missed that deadline too. For a third time, I set a deadline date to complete this troublesome first draft – 8th May 2018 – and guess what? Yes, I’m missing this one too- just!
No, I’m not being lazy, I’ve not got writer’s block, although I did struggle a bit with keeping my momentum going about six months ago, I’ve just re-evaluated and amended the timeframe a bit. In reality, Book Baby 4 is now ahead of its revised schedule and the new date for finally completing the first draft is set as 27th June – my birthday. I promise to meet this one!!
My proposed publication dates are in September and, although I’m not ready to reveal them just yet, they are again birthdays and anniversaries.
But, back to today, the 8th May…….
The last five years have taken me on an incredible writing journey. It still feels surreal to see my “stories” out there in the big bad world as books and e-books on Amazon. When I look at them sitting there online with their twinkling stars, a huge part of me still can’t quite grasp that the childhood dream has come true and I am a “real” indie author.
There seems to be only one appropriate way to mark this anniversary. Again numbers play a part in the equation. Five years down the line, the next story to be written will be Book Baby 5 and it will be a Silver Lake tale.
I guess there’s only one thing to do…….
(calendar image sourced via Google- credits to the owner)
If you want to check out the Silver Lake series, here’s the links:
Amazon.com links –
Stronger Within – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VXDSC1M
Impossible Depths – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C0GS30K
Bonded Souls – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XSQHG71
Amazon.co.uk links –
Stronger Within – https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00VXDSC1M
Impossible Depths – https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01C0GS30K
Bonded Souls – https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XSQHG71
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