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Friday, August 9, 2013
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Thank You
I just really want to say thank you to all of my readers, and to all of the lovely reviews I've been getting. Reading all of your kind words inspire me to keep writing. I also encourage anyone who has a passion for books and writing, to give it a try. It takes a lot of patience and time, but the rewards can be amazing. Even if you just want to write a book and give it to your family as a gift, go for it! That's how I started. I wanted to create a zombie book for my kids, through Createspace.com (where you can publish your own paperback for free through Amazon). I then decided to try and sell it through Amazon Kindle, which Createspace.com encourages. I figured, why not? The worst thing that could happen is that people will not like it, but at least I gave it a shot. And I did. I offered Zombie Games (Origins) for $.99 (the lowest price that you can sell a new book). Then, I walked away from the computer for a couple of days, basically forgetting about it.
And that's when things changed.
When I checked back, not only did I have a few sales, but the reviews were unexpectedly great! I was shocked and couldn't believe that people actually liked my book. From that point is where my writing career took off. Now, I'm not rich and I haven't made the NY Times Bestseller List, but this fall I am quitting my day job, and writing full time. I feel blessed, and so very thankful that I have this opportunity. Not only have I met so many wonderful people but this is my dream job, and that's why I tell everyone who inspires to write- GO for it.Obviously, not everyone is going to have the same results, but you might. Heck, YOU might end up on the NY Times Bestseller List, and I really hope that you do. If I can be part of that journey, and an inspiration to you, I will be ecstatic for you! I support other authors 100% and really wish only the best.
If you have any questions about self-publishing with Amazon, sign up here for a free KDP account and you'll find all kinds of information. Also, check out the Community Discussion Boards. The authors there are also helpful.
Good luck and thanks again.
Kristen
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And that's when things changed.
When I checked back, not only did I have a few sales, but the reviews were unexpectedly great! I was shocked and couldn't believe that people actually liked my book. From that point is where my writing career took off. Now, I'm not rich and I haven't made the NY Times Bestseller List, but this fall I am quitting my day job, and writing full time. I feel blessed, and so very thankful that I have this opportunity. Not only have I met so many wonderful people but this is my dream job, and that's why I tell everyone who inspires to write- GO for it.Obviously, not everyone is going to have the same results, but you might. Heck, YOU might end up on the NY Times Bestseller List, and I really hope that you do. If I can be part of that journey, and an inspiration to you, I will be ecstatic for you! I support other authors 100% and really wish only the best.
If you have any questions about self-publishing with Amazon, sign up here for a free KDP account and you'll find all kinds of information. Also, check out the Community Discussion Boards. The authors there are also helpful.
Good luck and thanks again.
Kristen
XXOO
Monday, August 5, 2013
Vengeance
So, I released Vengeance last week at $.99 without my editor touching it yet. I did it because I wanted to keep my deadline for a special reader who sent me a very touching email. She has terminal cancer and wanted me to finish the book so she could read it on her Kindle before her time was up. I lost her email (as I was going to send her a free copy) and found that I must have deleted it in error (Dumb, dumb, dumb!). Anyway, I felt horrible, but fortunately, she sent me another email after I released Vengeance, thanking me for finishing the book. So, yes, there are errors and I'm sure I will get slack for it, but knowing that she is able to read it, that I could do this one small thing for Cynthia is all that matters. I'm truly honored.
Friday, August 2, 2013
Vengeance
Now available on Amazon, Barnesandnoble.com, and Smashwords.com! Expect to see it everywhere else in a couple weeks.
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