Sometimes, I can't quite put my finger on what part of a novel's summary hooks me. All I know is that there's something there that catches me, something that makes me want to keep reading. That's exactly the case with Hexen's Cross, by J. Kowallis. I was hooked as soon as I read the summary--enough... Continue Reading →
Cover reveal: Deadly Sweet, by Lola Dodge
Some covers just hit me more than others, in an absolutely wonderful way. Do you know what I mean? Take the cover of Deadly Sweet, by Lola Dodge. I signed up to help reveal it because the summary hooked me from the first line. I mean, baking and witches? Yes, please. But this cover, you... Continue Reading →
Author of influence: Meg Cabot
Every writer has been influenced by some author or another--or possibly plenty of authors. I don't think we can avoid it, to be honest. We spend too much time reading, soaking up the words of others. Learning from them, I think, is a natural and important part of being a writer. We learn our craft... Continue Reading →
Cover reveal: To End the Rapture, by Lori Parker
One of the many cool things about signing up to take part in a cover reveal is that you never quite know what you're gonna get. Sure, you have an idea of what you could get. The category, genre, and summary are usually enough for that. But you can't possibly know exactly what's coming. Even better,... Continue Reading →
Cover reveal: Wolves & Roses, by Christina Bauer
Okay, guys, I have another cover reveal for you today. But before I show it to you, I want to take a moment to tell you all just how great this book sounds. So, let's talk about Wolves & Roses, by Christina Bauer. This one's a young adult paranormal novel, but that's not what has... Continue Reading →
