The Titan Series: Ebook Signing

Ebook signing for the Titan series!

 

 Cristin Harber and the Titan series ebooks are now on Authorgraph!

Click "Request Authorgraph" and include a message to Cristin to receive a personalized inscription that you can view in your favorite reading apps and devices.

http://www.authorgraph.com/authors/CristinHarber.

J.A. Garland's Release Party with Epic Giveaway!

Hi everyone! I thought for my first post I would introduce myself, tell you a little bit about me, and provide you with some links.

Author’s Name: J.A. Garland

Author’s Website: www.jagarland.com

Email Address: ja.garland@yahoo.com

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/jagarlandurbanfantasyauthor

Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/J_A_Garland

 

New Release: Instinct

Short Bio: I am a full time firefighter in the state of California, an addicted trail runner, a connoisseur of all things cheese puff, and an author for BURST Books. When I'm not slogging through the obstacles at a mud run, you can find me hunched over my computer unleashing demons, vampires and werewolves upon the world.

Writing Genre: Urban Fantasy. The world is an exciting place, but it wouldn't it be even more exciting if 'Otherkind' creatures existed--like demons, werewolves, vampires and shape-shifters?

Contest:

Today, I'm giving away an eBook of my urban fantasy novel, Instinct. Please be sure to leave your email addy in your comments for a chance to win the big Bag o' Swag. If you 'like' my book on Amazon, you get an extra entry. Be sure to tell me in your comment!

Bag includes: Instinct eBook coupon, monogrammed coffee mug, tote bag, keychain flashlight, magnetic "chip clip," jelly belly tins, fridge magnet, Lula's chocolates, pen, zombie soap and more! Good Luck!

3 Things That Make Me Buy Books

3 Things That Make Me Buy Books (from a new-to-me author)

1. Word of mouth.

Not just ANY word of mouth ... but words from mouths I trust. I know the people who think like me and like the same kinds of stories I like. If one of them says, “OMG, you HAVE to read this story! It was the best thing I’ve read in months and I just can’t stop thinking about it.” I’m not going to think twice, I’m going to hie my butt over to the nearest bookstore and get my copy.

2. Reviews.

Not just ANY reviews. The reviews that sell me on a book are the ones that really get deep into the “whys”: why they liked the story, why they didn’t like some parts of it, why they recommend it and to whom – realistically. I saw one review that said something like: “If you like stories about one-legged vampire cowboys named Egbert who dress up like Santa every Thursday and shout “YEE HAW” when they come, you’ll love this story.” I couldn’t help but wonder how many people actually sat around saying, “MAN, I wish I could find a story about a one-legged vampire cowboy named Egbert.” let alone the rest of that ridiculousness.

3. Reputation.

Authors build reputations, and the writing world is small. I remember when Wendi Darlin’s book, “Cowboy Games” came out – everyone was talking about it. I heard about it on every online venue I frequented, and after awhile, I simply was unable to resist. Yep, I got myself a copy. Actually, that’s sort of a combination of the other things I talked about, above: word of mouth and reviews. And, I’m sure that her subsequent releases were more popular because of the love folks had for her previous release.

What about you? What will make you buy a book by a new-to-you author?

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