Sunday, July 28, 2013

500 LIkes Giveaway!

 I have created a fb fan page for Amy Jones Books. Thus far my following is small but I'd like to change that so I'm holding a giveaway using Rafflecopter for the next 3 days to try to build the numbers. All you have to do to enter is like the fb page. It's that easy!

Here is what's up for grabs in the giveaway!


- 2 of my ebooks (your choice)



- Barely Alive by Bonnie R. Paulson

- A Matter of Fate by Heather Lyons
The Forces of Nature Series by Elizabeth Sharp
Into the Spiral by Erin Danzer
Nissa by Bethany Lopez

Saturday, July 20, 2013

Sacrifice of Love by Quinn Loftis Cover Reveal!

Sacrifice of Love, Book Seven
The Grey Wolves Series
by Quinn Loftis

Synopsis

As one evil falls, another rises in its place. The powerful witch, Desdemona, has finally been killed by an alliance of wolf, elf, and fae. But Reyaz, brother to Cypher the warlock king, has vowed retribution for a life that was taken from him. Now Cypher must decide not only how to protect his newfound mate and his people, but also how to destroy the only family he has left.

Meanwhile, Jen’s pregnancy progresses and the fateful due date draws ever nearer. The thought of losing Decebel’s child constantly threatens to overwhelm her. With each passing day, Decebel grows more distant, causing Jen to wonder what toll the impending loss of their child is taking on him. Unbeknownst to Jen, in an act of desperation to protect his unborn child and mate, Decebel strikes a deadly bargain with the Great Luna—his life in place of his child’s. There is only one way for that to happen; the bond between he and Jen must be broken.

As Jen as Decebel struggle through their darkness, another kind of darkness is infiltrating Fane’s heart. Doubts and questions linger as he tries to cope with the emotions brought on in the aftermath of Desdemona’s curse. He knows what happened wasn’t real, but still he can’t rid himself of the terrible images seared into his memory. Jacque is his light, the one who keeps the darkness at bay, yet he won’t let her inside to do just that.

Sally continues to learn what it means to be a gypsy healer and Costin struggles to protect her as she runs full speed ahead to help her wolves, heedless of her own safety. She sees her best friends struggling, each enduring their own trials. She’s desperate to help them, but can she keep them safe?

With all of these things hanging heavy over the heads of the Serbia and Romania packs, their attention is divided. The wolves do not even realize a threat has slowly infiltrated their midst. Will they recognize the threat in time to save the lives that precariously hang in the balance?

Against this backdrop of darkness, choices will be made, fears will confronted, and the ultimate sacrifice will be made. Will the wolves stand together to defeat the threats arrayed against them, both from within and without? Will love conquer all? Or will the beleaguered wolves finally succumb to their demons?

Quinn's Links!




Thursday, July 18, 2013

Fly Away Release Day, July 18th!

Fly Away, The Wildflower Series, Book Two 


Release Day!
July 18, 2013


Purchase it here!
Amazon
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Don't you just love the cover?! 


Blurb

Joshua Bangs and Jordan Stone are vying for the love of Laney Stillwater. They can’t walk away because their souls have been bound by the spirits for all of eternity. 

In the second installment of The Wildflower Series, the stakes are higher than the guy getting the girl. Laney struggles with her feelings as the two boys fight for her affection, but a broken heart pales in comparison to the soul-devouring perils awaiting them in the spirit world.
 

Over the course of hundreds of years the past lives of the three reincarnates have proven time and time again that their love is beyond tragic. It's fatal.

You haven’t read the first book in the series? It’s available on Amazon, B&N and Smashwords for just .99 everyday but on Release Day I will give it away FREE. See the details below!




Check out more fun and prizes at The Fly Away Release Party on Facebook!

Monday, July 1, 2013

UtopYA 2013!

How awesome was it? This is how awesome...

I've just returned from my first UtopYA Conference and I'm already looking forward to next year. 

I've been to other signings and events but can honestly say that nothing I've ever done compares to the amazing experience I had this past weekend in Nashville. 

While at the event I was reunited with familiar faces, introduced to new peeps and finally greeted online pals face to face. The atmosphere of the event was unifying and I felt welcome and accepted. It allowed me the opportunity to ask the questions I'd been afraid to ask, learn to ask questions I didn't know I should and rest assured that I wasn't as clueless as I thought I was, or at least no more than anyone else. Most importantly, I learned that a little "cluelessness" in this industry isn't that unheard of and that it's fun to learn in the company of others. 

I met a lot of really incredible individuals this weekend and can't help but mention a few. 

Kelsey Keeton, my cover art designer(KKeeton Designs), it was such an honor to meet you in person. You are such a creative talent and you have a heart of gold! I had the best time with you and Serena Cappuzzo (cover art model for Soul Quest)! I can't wait for our next adventure together!

Tamara Beard (Tamara's One Stop Indie Shop), my new publicist!!!! Woot! I hired her at the UtopYA Con, folks. How is that for networking? She is beautiful inside and out and sooooo smart! 

Hollie Westring (Hollie the Editor), my editor, it was so nice to finally see your lovely face in person. Let me tell you, this woman is gifted at what she does!

There were two keynote speakers at the conference, Jennifer Armentrout (New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author)and Jen Sincero (I downloaded my copy of You Are a Badass)! Both speakers were enlightening and entertaining. The ever present mantra - Believe in yourself and be true to who you are - truly supports what it means to be both female and indie! 

I left the conference feeling emotionally empowered and better informed about the indie writing world (which is saying something since I've been at this for three years). My only regrets... not going last year (lessoned learned!) and having to wait until next June for UtopYA 2014. If you didn't go this year make sure you register for the 2014 conference! You can do that here.

Conference Photo Gallery


2014 Conference Theme


Serena Cappuzzo, AKA, 
my fictional daughter, Liv Glyn (Soul Quest)

Jaclyn Rutland and Kelsey Keeton, beautiful cover model 
and cover artist extraordinaire!




My gorgeous conference roomies! I <3 you guys!

Cydney Lawson eating her first Reese cup! 
I still can't believe she never ate one before, LOL!

 Jen Sincero, keynote speaker and author of You Are a Badass.



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Panelists!

Giveaways! I won Tiffany King's Jordyn 
novel and swag! Woooo Hooo!

Photos taken at the Awards Ceremony by the fab Kelsey Keeton (KKeeton Designs)

Adam and Carol Kunz (C.A. Kunz - mother and son author duo of The Childe and The Modified) and Kelsey - I lurve em'!

Cydney Lawson (author of The Last of the Fallen series), 
Jaclyn Rutland and Serena Cappuzzo (cover art models)

I love my editor, Hollie Westring (Hollie the Editor)

My silly gang (Kelsey, Tamara, Jaclyn, Cydney and Serena)!

One of my fav author crushes, Quinn Loftis 
(author of the Grey Wolves series)!

The girls!

Fan Girl Moment! 

Emblazon - A New Indie YA Blog Featuring Books Written for Tweens!


Emblazon

This is right up my alley!

Emblazon is a blog written by a collection of indie and traditionally published authors who care about producing high quality stories for kids. We have a particular focus on ages 11 to 14. We call them Tweens. The purpose of Emblazon is to celebrate tween literature. We want to draw attention to this fabulous genre, interact with other enthusiasts whether child or adult, and encourage new writers.

Emblazon launches its first post on July 10!