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Salestember: The Readers Are Back!
I heard this term for the first time a few weeks ago. An author friend mentioned she was releasing a new book just in time for Salestember. I thought I had misunderstood her, but then she explained that some authors see a spike in sales come September—after the children return to school and moms have time to read.
I think Salestember is an interesting concept, and it made me wonder about a few things. I’d like to pose a few questions—some for readers, some for authors—in hopes that you’ll share your own Salestember experiences with me.
Dear Reader, can you tell me…
- Have you noticed yourself buying more books recently or do you plan to buy more books?
- Do you actually have more time to read in September?
- If you’re on the lookout for new books or authors, where do you find them? GoodReads? Amazon reviews? Recommendations from friends?
Dear Author, can you tell me…
- Have you intentionally scheduled a new book release for September to avoid the summer doldrums?
- Have you personally experienced a Salestember spike in sales?
- Do you find readers to be more engaged on social media in September?
Maybe Salestember is nothing more than an urban myth. Maybe there is a little truth to it. Whatever you call this month, here’s wishing well to readers and authors!
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We have a winner for A CODE OF LOVE audiobook!
I had a great response to the contest offering an audiobook version of A CODE OF LOVE and want to thank everyone who entered. The randomly selected winner is Chanda Charles Allen. Congratulations, Chanda! Please contact me with your email so I can send your prize.
Remember, you can listen to an audio excerpt from A CODE OF LOVE or view the trailer on my website. The links are listed on my home page.
Thanks for being such great fans!
Cover Reveal ~ WOMEN UNDER FIRE
Check out the cover for WOMEN UNDER FIRE (Book 2 in the Grayce Walters series).
The first glimpse of a new book cover is both thrilling and nerve-racking for authors. There is always a moment of fear and panic when we worry that the cover artist failed to grasp our concept and we’re going to end up with the worst romance cover of all time.
I’m happy to report that Kim Killion has once again exceeded my expectations and created a cover for WOMEN UNDER FIRE that strongly conveys the romance, intrigue, and mystery on Seattle’s Waterfront in Book 2 of the Grayce Walters series.
WOMEN UNDER FIRE is in the final stages of production and will be available in early September.
Blog Tour for An Inner Fire
A Code of Love Tour
Tomorrow I start a Book Review and Blog tour for A Code of Love.Come over to win a copy of A Code of Love.