Funny that after my last post, Promotion for Newbies, I’m making this post, but I have great news. The print book is finally done!
Not only is the print book done, but I have sent the companion book, The Two Brothers, out to two different and highly trustworthy beta readers and their feedback has not only been helpful, but actually very positive. It makes me want to push up the release date except that I am still waiting on the new cover and I still have two more beta readers and a proof reader in the editing gauntlet. This cannot be rushed. I want to do it right.
So here’s the deal: It has taken me three proofs to make sure that everything is absolutely perfect for the print books. Createspace now gives you a chance to put your book for sale without ordering the proof. I felt pretty confident about this last round, but I still ordered the proof rather than putting it on sale and I’m glad I did! I found an obvious error while I was looking through. So let that be a lesson- order the proof even if you feel you don’t have to.
So here’s what I’m offering– a giveaway. This is for the support system. Feel free to retweet or share this link on Facebook, but this is mostly for you all who have been here with me, helping me out in ways I can’t even express.
All you have to do is comment on this blog entry to have your name put into the drawing to win the final print proof of Ruin. This book looks just like the regular ones, except that it will have “PROOF” written across the last page. Plus, it had at least one actual error that I had to fix before I could approve the book for print.
The back cover.
It’s sort of like finding an old Atari 2600 prototype cartridge at a garage sale for $1. (Okay, maybe it’s not that cool.)
Along with the book, I am offering an advanced copy of The Two Brothers, the companion book for Ruin which is set to be released in December. A physical copy, not a file. This book is still a work in progress as far as I’m concerned, so things may still change before it’s release date. This one is even more like an Atari prototype. 
Can I just say that there is something very powerful about seeing a book in print, particularly when it is your own. That is so amazing and the book looks fantastic!
Thank you! There really is something about holding it, looking over the words, flipping through it. I keep picking it up and holding it. It’s a freakin’ book!
This is awesome! I don’t have Facebook/Twitter, or the like, but Jose and I can promote the new print book on our group. I am also a sucker for owning print books, so I guess throw my name in the drawing.
If somehow I win, just catch me on deviantART,
~Pam S.
Feel free, if you’d like, but passing on the word isn’t even necessary. I just want to say thank you so much for your support!
I’m excited to see the book in print! Count me in for the drawing!
Definately!
*flail* I want a copy! If I don’t win the super rare proof, I will need to buy one immediately.
And consider yourself FB Shared. :3
~Ashlee
http://ashleesch.com
http://theDragonsHoard.bigcartel.com
Thank you for spreading the word.
My daughter Ashlee S has often talked about your work Nina and me being both of the Atari generation and a sucker for collecting Artists Proofs, I would love to get my hands on you books, literally.
Stuart
Welcome! I know that says “artists proofs” but I still keep reading it as “Atari proofs.”
I’m a long time lurker of your blog (eversince Michael and Edith’s story). I was absolutely delighted when you decided to publish your stories. Congratulations, by the way! I really loved the world you created and the characters in it. I must say that I spent an entire weekend reading your digital book from my iPhone when you first released it. I was cross-eyed at 3:00 in the morning when I finally finished it and wanted more. I’m looking forward to reading your next book and all your future work.
Thank you! What a wonderful comment. You’ve made my night.
I sort of worried about fall out when I mentioned on the blog that I was going to start publishing stories.
I wish you luck in the contest!
I just finished ‘Ruin’ last week. I am excitedly waiting to read more about this world and I am very curious about Brandon and Jimmy. Thank You for taking the time to create these wonderful stories!
Thank you very much! I’m very glad to hear you enjoyed it, and I’m working hard to make sure that there will definitely be more.
I am excited. I have been following your blog about a year now. Excited to read your book. Please count me in for the drawing.
Thank you for taking the time to not only right but to also share your stories with us and now your book.
Thank you very much. ^__^ What a nice comment!
Please add my name to the hat! Your story looks wonderful. Email: thesmboyce[at]gmail[dot]com.
I really like your blog, so stay in touch! I’m releasing my novel this weekend so I’d love to swap tips and advice.
All my best!
-S.M. Boyce
Author of The Grimoire: Lichgates
Welcome. It’s nice to meet you! Your websites look impressive, and your book sounds wonderful. I’d very much like to keep in touch.