Hi everyone,
As most of you know, I have a new book, the first in my returning war hero series, now out as a serial for Amazon Kindle. This is something new for us all, and it's exciting and scary at the same time. So far, the serials seem to be doing well, but the common complaint we see is why don't they get the entire book at once! Well, as it clearly states, the books are downloaded on kindle in episodes, normally 8 episodes every two weeks, and is pretty much "live" brought to you as the writers themselves are finishing each episode. Which means they can't go back and edit what they wrote in the first or second segment, which is challenging, and perhaps a little stressful for some.
Three of us Montlake authors are having a contest this month to promote the "serials" and a Kindle Fire HD is the grand prize, and three $20 Amazon gift certificates will be given by the three of us, every two weeks. How to answer? Go to our websites, and answer one simple question. One question, one entry-- or go to all three websites and answer three questions for three chances to win.
We wish you all the best of luck, and please try our serials. For less than two dollars, you will be guaranteed a great read. Like watching your favorite show on television, the anticipation builds...
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TRY A KINDLE
SERIAL…
ENTER
FOR A CHANCE TO WIN A KINDLE FIRE HD!!
From Valentine’s Day through the end of
March, three romance authors are combining to not only bring readers an easy
opportunity for a chance to win a 7” Kindle Fire HD, but also the chance
to discover a new and exciting way to read books!
Have you heard of Kindle Serials? It’s a blast from
the past, where books are released in episodes in the same vein as in Charles
Dickens’ day. Only, instead of getting each episode in a magazine or newspaper,
you’ll get them on your Kindle or Kindle app. It’s kind of like your favorite
television shows. The ones that leave you hanging each week, anxious to get to
the next episode and know more!
Cheryl
Bolen, Kim Law, and Patrice Wilton
each have a Kindle serial releasing, and are hoping you’ll give them a try! In
return, they’re giving away a 7” Kindle Fire HD on April 1st,
and will give away three $20 Amazon gift cards along the way. All you
have to do to enter is go to one of their websites and answer a simple question
about their serial. Want to enter three times? Go to each website and answer a
question about each serial.
Additionally, after reading each episode, join the
fun by chatting with other readers on the Kindle forums, and discussing how you
think the next episode will play out! Links to the forums are found on each
book’s Amazon page.
Falling for Frederick, by
Cheryl Bolen – Laden with mystery and suspense, Falling
for Frederick is a fast-paced romance that takes place in contemporary
England. Aided by the lord of the manor, a lovely doctoral student seeks a
priceless medieval artifact – just a step ahead of those who've already
murdered to get it.
Ex on the Beach, by Kim Law – Andie Shayne is getting ready to host the wedding of the
summer at her resort on Turtle Island. As the guests arrive she’s taken aback
to learn that her ex--who left her at the altar--is the best man. What he did
was unforgiveable, and now he’s back with an agenda for her affection.
A
Hero Lies Within,
by Patrice Wilton – Old secrets linger and two reunited lovers are faced with
more deception and mistrust. Can their love survive a second time around? Jake
Harrington left her once when her life was falling apart, and now he’s back,
and so are all the emotions she fought hard to expel. Can she forget his bitter
betrayal, and will he forgive hers when to save her career she must betray his
trust?
$20
Amazon Gift Card giveaways:
February 28th – Winner pulled from all
entries from Cheryl’s contestHYPERLINK
"http://www.cherylbolen.com/contests.htm" HYPERLINK
"http://www.cherylbolen.com/contests.htm"page.
March 14th – Winner pulled from all
entries from Kim’s contest page.
March 28th – Winner pulled from all
entries from Patrice’s contest page.
www.patricewilton.com
We will be happy to answer any questions you may have on Kindle Serials. Bring them on!!!
And please feel free to spread the word.
Hi Patrice, it seems like a big challenge. Are all Montlake publications serial?
No, Mona,
Most Montlake authors have regular books out, as ours will be when the serials are finished. Both Kim and Cheryl have other books from Montlake, but were asked to do this. It's double promotion, double chances to gain more readers, and double the fun!
Hi Mona. I'll just add that it also potentially opens us to a different reader group. Not sure, but I figure any exposure with our books is good.
But so glad they all aren't serials! It's a little stressful having something coming out as you're still writing it :)
I want to thank the bunch at Pink Fuzzy Slipper Writers for letting us tell you about our exciting contest to win a Kindle Fire - and to tell you about our serials.
Wow Patrice~! This does sound both exciting and challenging. Don't think I'd be up to it, but wishing you and the other participating authors all the best. Sounds like a win win concept to me.
Beth - my first two books were already written and I'm now
writing the third,so I don't have that weight on my shoulders, but yes, Kim and Cheryl are doing this, God bless them!
Sounds like something old made new! Folks went to the movie theaters to watch serial movies and now they watch "to be continued" TV shows. Cool idea! Good luck and many sales!
Thanks, Mary,
It is an old concept and now I've heard a few big publishing houses are giving it a try. So far so good with sales. We will see how successful it it, long term.
Thanks!
Patrice,
Best of luck with this new venture. It is an interesting avenue to explore. I don't know about publishing chapters that haven't been critiqued to death! I would probably embarrass myself. You are very brave to do this. I went to your website to enter the contest, but didn't know the answer to the question! Guess I'll have to read and go back.
Scarlet, I'm not brave at all. My books are already written, so no pressure on me, but the other ladies are writing as they go. That would never work for me as I'm a pantser not a plotter.
You are gonna knock 'em dead with sales Patrice!!
Woohoo. Congrats! I'm watching this serials with a lot of interest. I hope it works well for you and my Ruby sister, Kim Law.