RIVEN Official Blog Tour List and Info

So lately I have been doing a mixture of working with the lovely Megan from Reading Away The Days and emailing a few of you personally for a little 'event' of sorts I have coming up. Now with RIVEN's cover having been revealed and all, I can happily begin madly promoting the event with a festive flurry reminiscent of peacock feathers. Because seriously, who doesn't love peacock feathers? If the button above isn't quite your fancy,...

COVER REVEAL: Riven

Psssst, it's that time again! Who's ready for a kick-BUTT cover reveal?!  I present to you, Riven, the third book to the Illumine Series. Here's the dictionary definition of Riven:  riv·en [riv-uhn]   1. to tear or rend apart.2. to separate by striking; split; cleave.3. to rend, harrow, or distress (the feelings, heart, etc.). And...

Why Authors Everywhere Need A Wake-Up Call

Hey you. Yes, you, crazy author. Take your fingers away from the keyboard, keep your eyes on the screen, and read these words for the next few minutes. It might just save your career. If you've been thinking of leaving a nasty reply to someone who left an unkind review about your book, stop. If you've been contemplating pulling a John Locke and buying 5-star reviews to sell your work, stop. If you've been hovering over the idea of creating a false account and writing glowing reviews for your own books, and scathing reviews for your competition,...

Illumine Nominated For BEST YA COVER Of 2012!

Uhm. Excuse me while I scream and squeal pure joy. AHHHHHHHHH! Earlier today I got the news that Illumine was nominated for BEST YA COVER of 2012 on Goodreads! Holy crap! Sweet ripened bananas, how cool is this? Even better part? If you have a Facebook or Goodreads account, you can vote for Illumine, too! Just click the ever-so-gorgeous cover below, find it on the list and hit 'vote for this book'! Easy, right? Right. Easier than petting a unicorn....