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LACHLAN IS IN THE WILD

Posted by dbreynolds on January 14, 2019

Usually, when I finish a book, it’s time for dancing in the sunlight after days spent in the writing cave. But since we’re starting four more days of much-needed rain, I’ll be dancing in the rain instead. Not that I mind. I’ve always loved walking outside in rain storms.

There won’t be time for too much dancing in the rain, however. I’ll be starting my edit/review of the CHRISTIAN audio tomorrow. That usually takes 2-3 days, after which I’ll send it to my publisher, who will send it on to Nick J. Russo for changes. And after that, it goes to Audible for release. Once it goes back to Nick and then Audible, I have no control over the release date, but it’s usually a matter of weeks. At that point, I just maintain a watch over the Amazon listing and as soon as it’s up, I’ll let you know.

I’ve been holding on to this movie for a long time, while I wrote LACHLAN. I promised myself I’d watch it once I sent the book to ImaJinn. So that’s what I’ll be doing after I finish CHRISTIAN’s audio.

By then, I’ll probably have revisions on LACHLAN, and then it begins … revisions, edits, copyedits, galley proof, and don’t forget the cover, though I think I’ve found my Lachlan. And then …. it’ll be time to start writing Dragan’s story. I’m already looking for my Dragan image, since he has some very specific requirements.

And that’s my plan. Part of it anyway. There are some conferences and other fun stuff in there, too, right?

Hope 2019 is being kind to you so far. I’ll see you back here next week with my thoughts on Bohemian Rhapsody … and more.

xoxo
DBR

Categories: Audio Books, CHRISTIAN, DRAGAN, Just checking in with misc. stuff, LACHLAN\, Stone Warriors, The Vampire Wars, TV/Media, Uncategorized, Vampires in Europe

Here we go … 2019!

Posted by dbreynolds on January 6, 2019

Do you think they had hoodies when Lachlan was a baby? Hmmmm, probably not. Hoods, yes. Hoodies, not so much. But it’s so damn difficult to find character images with longish dark hair that are still gorgeous men, and babies are always cute. 😇 During my writing breaks, I’ve been searching image libraries for both Lachlan and Dragan. Frustrating, but I’m working on it, and I WILL find the right ones.

Where in the world will DB be this year?

I’m sticking with North American in 2019. I have too much writing to do, too many books on the release schedule to spend too much time on an airplane. But I AM planning on having fun and meeting readers. I’m starting off in New York in July at the RWA National meeting. The Literacy Autographing event that’s always part of the meeting will be open to the public. (Details to follow.) There’s also a good chance I’ll be in Toronto for some time before the meeting. I’m hoping to set up something to meet readers while I’m there. I’ll also be moving on to Washington, DC after the meeting. More information to follow on that, too. And then in October 17-20, I’ll be taking part in the Shameless 2019 signing in Orlando, FL. And so far, that’s it. If anything else comes up, I’ll let you know.

Yes, I’m writing. LACHLAN will be finished this week, and off he’ll go to my lovely editor, Brenda. I’m sure she’s wondering where he is, which is why I’m getting right back to him.

One final word on my Holiday 2018 contests, the winners of both contests have responded, which means the contests are officially over. But don’t despair, Valentine’s Day will be here soon enough, and that’s always a big giveaway event. After all, I write Romance!!

Once last thing, I just received the audio book file for CHRISTIAN. This is the equivalent of a first draft, which I’ll listen to (as soon as I finish LACHLAN,) note audio edits, and send it back. After that, it’s usually a few weeks until Audible makes it available. I have zero control over the release date, neither does my publisher, but I’ll let you know as soon as it’s out.

Hope you’re enjoying January so far. See you back here next week.

xoxo
DBR

Categories: Audio Books, CHRISTIAN, Contests, Conventions and Conferences, LACHLAN\, The Vampire Wars, Uncategorized, Vampires in Europe

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Posted by dbreynolds on December 31, 2018

Stepping out from the writing cave to wish all of you a very Happy New Year. I hope 2019 is everything you hope it will be. I’ll be doing my part with new books for you to read—Lachlan in the Spring, Dragan in the Fall, and hopefully Shifter Planet 2 sometime in the summer. (I’m still waiting for confirmation on that date.)

The winner of my Holiday Giveaway #2 was randomly selected and has been notified. She now has 5 days to respond, before another winner will be chosen.

I’m slipping back into my cave with Lachlan and Julia (and a few others.) It might seem crowded, but since the gang’s just in my head, while I sit here in my big red chair, it’s all good.

Hope all of you have a wonderful and SAFE New Year’s celebration, and I’ll see you back here next year.

xoxo
DBR

Categories: Contests, Holiday Greetings, LACHLAN\, Uncategorized, Writing

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Posted by dbreynolds on December 24, 2018

Lachlan and I are taking a break to spend Christmas with family, then we’ll be back to writing his story. But don’t forget my Holiday Contest #2 which is still open for entries until December 30. Here are the rules:

1. Send an email to dbreynoldswriter@gmail.com with HOLIDAY #2 2018 on the subject line.
2. Your return email address MUST BE A VALID EMAIL ADDRESS.
3. All entries must be received by midnight, December 30, 2018.
5. One (1) winner will be selected at random from among qualified entries received by the deadline.
6. Winner will be notified by return email, and will have five (5) days to respond, after which a new winner will be chosen.
7. One (1) winner will receive EITHER any two (2) audio-books—including CHRISTIAN, which should be out in early 2019—OR any two (2) of my books (print or e-format, winner’s choice) of any series—Shifter Planet, Stone Warriors, or Vampires in America, including LACHLAN, which is due next Spring, probably the end of May.
8. Contest is open to international entries.
9. One entry per person. All duplicate entries will be deleted.
10. Good luck!

Also don’t forget …. If you live in the UK,
QUINN is currently a monthly deal at AMAZON.co.uk. Only £0.99 for the e-book, for the entire month of December. This is an unusual bargain, so grab it while you can!

And on sale on all the usual e-platforms, in the U.S.and international, through the end of the month … the second volume of The Vignettes is only $0.99 .

Hope you all have a wonderful Christmas with the people you love, however you choose to celebrate.

xoxo
DBR

Categories: Books on Sale - Where?, Contests, Holiday Greetings, LACHLAN\, QUINN, Uncategorized, Vampire Vignettes, Vampires in Europe

HAPPY HOLIDAY GIVEAWAYS and SALES!!!

Posted by dbreynolds on December 16, 2018

Holiday Giveaway #1 is officially over! The winner has been notified and responded, and her books will go out this week! So, it’s time for Holiday Giveaway #2. I couldn’t decide what to use as a prize, so I’m going to leave it up to the winner. You can choose any two (2) audio-books—including CHRISTIAN, which should be out in early 2019—or any two (2) of my books (print or e-format) of any series, including LACHLAN, which is due next Spring, probably the end of May. All you have to do to enter is send me an e-mail. Here are the rules:

Don’t forget …. If you live in the UK,
QUINN is currently a monthly deal at AMAZON.co.uk. Only £0.99 for the e-book, for the entire month of December. This is an unusual bargain, so grab it while you can!

Also on sale beginning December 16, 2018, and running through the end of the month … the second volume of The Vignettes is only $0.99 on all the usual e-platforms.