The updates, the haps, the happenings!
I think you are entirely overdue for an update. Let’s make that happen, shall we?
Cover Reveal
So first things first, I had a cover reveal of my first book back in December. If you are part of my Discord, you had the opportunity to see the cover before anyone else:
I was so excited! To the point that I even busted out the Cricut to make a banner to celebrate. I may make one for every cover, in coordinating colors. We shall see.
Book Launch & Party
We are pretty much halfway through January, which means we only have fifteen or more so days until the release of my book! I am excited, I am nervous, and scared. I’ve talked about all of these feelings on Tiktok. What if people don’t resonate with my characters as much as I do. People have said good things about my book, but still, the worry remains. I’m pushing through however and celebrating me the best way I know how. With a book release party. If you are in the Indianapolis area, you are invited.
Other Book News
I didn’t realize how much of the book business was down to the wire to be completely honest with you. I just got finished this past week peer reviewing someone else’s book that comes out before mine. She isn’t done peer reviewing mine, but I will see her suggestions soon. By the way, I am not the only one at my agency coming out with a book this year!
So yeah, a lot of stuff has been going on. I’ve been linking up and talking with other authors on Tiktok, as well as trying to drum up a little press as well. If you are a local media person, and are interested in my story, feel free to reach out! I have a handy dandy press kit.
Yeah, that’s what has been going on. I’ve also been working on crafting things for when I inevitably go on the road to sell my book. Oh! Also, I am now set up as a business in the state of Indiana. I paid money so I’m allowed to charge taxes, which, don’t get me started on how weird I think that is. I have to pay to do something that the law requires me to do. Government is a grift, and you can’t tell me any different. I’ll be using Square to take payments, so if you have any advice, or any helpful links, I am more than happy to look at them. Until next time!
5 Comments
Jenn
Omg! So exciting. Congratulations.
Michaela Evans
There will always be characters that relate to someone! Congratulations 🎉👏🏾
Neisha
Congratulations on your book launch , I’m so excited for you. Bestseller already ! 🫶🏾
O’Shan Waters
Supporting my fellow new authors and grabbed an ebook from Amazon. I enjoyed your debut novel and hope you continue sharing your vision and voice to broader audiences.
Much love sis!
O’Shan Waters
Lisette Blythe
Thank you so much for your support! I’ll see you over on Instagram!