I am trying something new today. My Facebook Fan Page giveaway was such a huge success, I am going to try another type of promotion. This one will require a bit more interaction, although no purchase is necessary to win. So many of you have asked me for the sequel to An Unlikely Arrangement, and I am proud to let you know it is coming along nicely. Writing the second book is easier, as I know the characters very well. Although the book itself is practically writing itself, I am stuck on a title for this one. So...I am coming to my fans for some creative input. If you read the first book, you know about the ending. If you haven't read the book, well...maybe it would help you with this contest. Just sayin'... Can you see my big smile?
For an added incentive, I am posting the first paragraph of the second book. Yes, only the first paragraph. The fun part? If I receive 100 entries, I will post more!
Oh, I hear rumblings... What is the prize? Well, all I am going to say right now is an Amazon gift certificate is involved. The amount? I will reveal that after I receive 100 entries. This contest is going to run through January 15, 2012. So you have plenty of time to think of the best title. And it will give you time to read the first book if you haven't already.
I love to interact with my Fans and Followers, Friends and Family. No one is excluded. This is your opportunity to have hands on creative input in my next book! If your title is chosen your name will be listed in the credits! I have enlisted a panel of judges to pick the best title. I will not have final say. I will reveal the names of the judges after I have 100 entries.
If you love contests and you love creativity, jump on board. To enter, you must do two things. Follow my blog here on my website and send me a message with the title you select. The second thing is to join my Facebook Fan Page and post the title you have chosen. I am requiring this so others can see what has been submitted and not duplicate for a better chance to win. If you already belong to my Fan Page you can post the title on my wall, but you MUST join my blog on this site, also. If you already belong to the blog, just send me the message with the title.
To recap: #1 Follow my blog, leave a message with title.
#2 Join my Facebook Page and post the title on my wall. Do not post the title on my personal page. It will not be accepted.
If you already belong to either or both, post the title only, I will see you on my list!
You can purchase my book An Unlikely Arrangement directly on this website. Plus, if you purchase it now you can save 30% by typing in the code SFMQF7R2 when you 'add to cart'. It is available on Createspace, Amazon, Kindle, Barnes and Noble, and Nook. Kindle and Nook versions are available for $2.99. Just click on the hi lighted links. I will also send you an autographed copy if you will contact me in a private message. Just send me a check!
NOW FOR THE EXCERPT:
The snow fell silently, softly, covering the dead grass and dusting the grave stones in the antiquated cemetery on the edge of town. Winter decided to creep into the quiet necropolis as if to remind its temporary occupants who remained in charge. Ruth Squire's heels sank into the lifeless sod, and she felt Peter's hand grip her elbow a bit tighter. She wanted to cry, tried to force herself...almost willed the tears to spring to her eyes, but when she blinked, the rough sandpaper she called eyelids dissolved any thread of emotion.
Because I am offering more for this contest, I am requiring a little more. Please take the opportunity to show me your creativity and your support! I am so excited to find my new title!
