This ol' blog is packed with riveting and insightful posts, but if you want to stay up to date on my current titles,
please visit www.dinasilver.com!
And stay tuned for news on my new YA release...
THE UNIMAGINABLE has been chosen as a Kindle First title!
Exciting news! Amazon has chosen The
Unimaginable as one of four Kindle First books for the month of November
in the U.S. and the U.K. What does that mean? Let me break down the awesomeness
for you:
·
If you are an Amazon Prime member, you can read
this book for FREE, right now, a month before it’s official release.
·
If you’re not a Prime member, you can join the
Kindle First program and read it right now for $1.99.
·
If you want to wait until the official release
date of December 1st, you can pre-order the paperback ($10.99) or the eBook
($4.99).
CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR COPY: http://www.amazon.com/gp/digital/kindle/first/ref=product_botm_browse_pblearnmore
Hopefully
you’ll get your hands on this book one way or another. Enjoy this amazing story!!!
-Dina
Cover Reveal for The Unimaginable!
Title: The Unimaginable
Author: Me!
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Contemporary
Romance/Mystery/Suspense
Publisher: Amazon
Publishing
Scheduled to release: October 28, 2014
"Dina Silver's
deftly woven tale has all of my favorite fictional elements: romance, action
and adventure, and a knock-your-socks-off ending. The Unimaginable is simply
superb." ~ Tracey Garvis Graves, New York Times bestselling author of On the Island.
SYNOPSIS:
From the author of One Pink Line comes a story about letting go of the past and
finding bravery in the depths of fear. Set on the sun-soaked beaches of
Thailand and the rough waters of the Indian Ocean, The Unimaginable paints a vivid portrait of a young woman on a
journey to find herself—and her harrowing fight for survival.
After twenty-eight years of playing by the
rules, Jessica Gregory moves from her small Indiana town to Phuket, Thailand.
But her newfound routine is upended with the arrival of Grant Flynn, a
captivating, elusive man who is sailing around the world while trying to move
on from a past tragedy. Jessica volunteers to help crew Grant’s boat, Imagine,
on a passage across the Indian Ocean and finds herself falling in love with him
as the voyage gets underway. But when disaster strikes, Jessica must summon her
courage as the crew is confronted by unspeakable terrors––and, aboard a boat
named for such promise, comes the unimaginable.
Excerpt:
His
hand and fingers were slowly caressing my right arm just above the elbow, and
every time he paused my heart would skip a beat. I swallowed the lump in my
throat and tried to muster the strength to lift my head and look him in the
eyes. I wanted to know that things were good between us and there were no hard
feelings. His eyes would give me the answers. The eyes always say more than the
mouth.
I shifted my body toward him ever so slightly, curling myself even further into his embrace. He tightened his grip on me and then continued to move his hand up and down, rubbing away the chills. I closed my eyes, counted to ten, then opened them and lifted my chin. He immediately looked down at me, stopped moving his hand, and squeezed hard, forcing the tips of his fingers into my arm. I froze. He studied my eyes and then looked away, loosening his grip.
My breathing intensified as I brought my hand to his cheek, brushing my thumb across his stubble and turning his face back to mine. He shifted his body, threaded his fingers through my hair, and rested them at the base of my neck. Just as I inhaled, he bent down and pressed his lips to mine. First, hard and firm, then soft and exploratory as he parted my lips with his tongue. My head went back, and my body fell forward into his arms as his hands tugged at my hair and the back of my shirt.
“Are you sure you want to do this?” I whispered.
“Yes,” he said without a second thought.
He was lifting my legs up onto the bench under the weight of his body when we heard someone cough.
I shifted my body toward him ever so slightly, curling myself even further into his embrace. He tightened his grip on me and then continued to move his hand up and down, rubbing away the chills. I closed my eyes, counted to ten, then opened them and lifted my chin. He immediately looked down at me, stopped moving his hand, and squeezed hard, forcing the tips of his fingers into my arm. I froze. He studied my eyes and then looked away, loosening his grip.
My breathing intensified as I brought my hand to his cheek, brushing my thumb across his stubble and turning his face back to mine. He shifted his body, threaded his fingers through my hair, and rested them at the base of my neck. Just as I inhaled, he bent down and pressed his lips to mine. First, hard and firm, then soft and exploratory as he parted my lips with his tongue. My head went back, and my body fell forward into his arms as his hands tugged at my hair and the back of my shirt.
“Are you sure you want to do this?” I whispered.
“Yes,” he said without a second thought.
He was lifting my legs up onto the bench under the weight of his body when we heard someone cough.
What do you think???
The Unimaginable - Book Description
I'm so pleased to share the official book description of The Unimaginable:
From the author of One Pink Line comes a story about letting go of the past and finding bravery in the depths of fear. Set on the sun-soaked beaches of Thailand and the rough waters of the Indian Ocean, The Unimaginable paints a vivid portrait of a young woman on a journey to find herself—and her harrowing fight for survival.
After twenty-eight years of playing by the rules, Jessica Gregory moves from her small Indiana town to Phuket, Thailand. But her newfound routine is upended with the arrival of Grant Flynn, a captivating, elusive man who is sailing around the world while trying to move on from a past tragedy. Jessica volunteers to help crew Grant’s boat, Imagine, on a passage across the Indian Ocean and finds herself falling in love with him as the voyage gets underway. But when disaster strikes, Jessica must summon her courage as the crew is confronted by unspeakable terrors––and aboard a boat named for such promise––comes the unimaginable.
Release date is October 28th. Be sure and add it to your GOODREADS!
From the author of One Pink Line comes a story about letting go of the past and finding bravery in the depths of fear. Set on the sun-soaked beaches of Thailand and the rough waters of the Indian Ocean, The Unimaginable paints a vivid portrait of a young woman on a journey to find herself—and her harrowing fight for survival.
After twenty-eight years of playing by the rules, Jessica Gregory moves from her small Indiana town to Phuket, Thailand. But her newfound routine is upended with the arrival of Grant Flynn, a captivating, elusive man who is sailing around the world while trying to move on from a past tragedy. Jessica volunteers to help crew Grant’s boat, Imagine, on a passage across the Indian Ocean and finds herself falling in love with him as the voyage gets underway. But when disaster strikes, Jessica must summon her courage as the crew is confronted by unspeakable terrors––and aboard a boat named for such promise––comes the unimaginable.
Release date is October 28th. Be sure and add it to your GOODREADS!
I read an
article yesterday that made me sad for the state of things in the book biz. You
can read it here if you’d like. It's the most recent post on my Facebook page.
Let me start by
saying that it doesn’t surprise me because there are shady, slimy con artists
in every industry. And I don’t even fault the authors who fell prey to his
scheme because we’ve all been guilty of coveting the brass ring of notoriety in
one-way or another.
But I felt
compelled to comment.
When I began
writing novels in early 2009, a few things happened:
· My agent couldn't sell my romantic comedy, Kat Fight (it was 2010 by then, and I should’ve put vampires in it and called
it Kat Bite. I digress…)
·
I
read a blog post by Amanda Hocking that changed my life
·
The
stigma of self publishing began to rapidly disappear
·
I
self-published One Pink Line and
became a novelist
Here’s the thing…I
went insane when I started selling books. I’d sit at my computer and refresh
the KDP report page and clap like Mrs. Klump every time the numbers changed.
Then I started
to get reviews. From people I didn’t know! Great ones, from all over the world.
People who’d taken a chance on my self-published debut novel, and me...and loved
us. I was truly astonished and a
little bit proud of myself.
So, if I were to
look back and ask my younger, cuter self from five years ago to list my initial
publishing goals, here’s what I would have said:
·
Write
a great book
·
Find
an agent
·
Have
said agent find a publisher
·
See
my book on a bookshelf or in a library one day
·
Have
someone other than my mom and sister buy said book
·
Write
a few more great books
·
Turn
one of these great books into screenplays
Money was never
a goal for me because everyone always said how difficult it was to make money
as a novelist. The revenue was a complete bonus.
But money and
notoriety are the number one goals for some people, and that’s okay…if they
aren’t mocking the rest of us by compromising the system and the craft as a
whole. Can a crappy book make a quick buck? Absolutely. Can a fantastic book
get lost in the shuffle and fade away to rankings oblivion? You bet.
The cream
doesn’t always rise to the top, but the bullshit sure does.
All I will say
is that if you want readers to take you seriously, you need to take yourself
seriously. Believe in yourself and keep your credibility in check. Be serious about your writing, your
craft, your work, your peers, your brand, and yourself.
Trust me, I’m
old now…I know things.
Finally!! A Pub date and a new title for my next novel - THE UNIMAGINABLE
Some exciting updates to announce about my fourth novel!
Yes, October seems far away––mostly because it's March and there's still twelve inches of snow on my front lawn––but don't you worry! I will be posting copious updates and links and photos and excerpts and reviews and giveaways in the meantime.
Lastly, if there are any bloggers that would like to be put on a list to receive an advanced copy of The Unimaginable, please send me an email.
Here is a little bit about the book that I'd posted before:
- First of all it has a new name: The Unimaginable. I LOVE this title because it truly evokes the tone of the story in so many ways.
- PUB DATE: October 28, 2014 - can't friggin' wait
- It will be published by Lake Union Publishing, who also published Finding Bliss and re-launched One Pink Line last year. I'm thrilled to be a part of their team, and honored by their excitement for this book.
Yes, October seems far away––mostly because it's March and there's still twelve inches of snow on my front lawn––but don't you worry! I will be posting copious updates and links and photos and excerpts and reviews and giveaways in the meantime.
Lastly, if there are any bloggers that would like to be put on a list to receive an advanced copy of The Unimaginable, please send me an email.
Here is a little bit about the book that I'd posted before:
This book is exciting because it’s very different for me.
Here are a few reasons why:
·
It’s a romance (of course)…but it’s also
heartbreakingly emotional and has left every single beta reader in tears. Which
pleases me to no end!
·
The story is set in Thailand and the Indian
Ocean.
·
A large portion of the book takes place on board
a sailboat.
·
There is major trauma and gut wrenching passages
that were an absolute thrill for me to write, but may be hard for some people
to read. In a good way.
·
It’s based on two very real-life stories. One
with a happy ending, and one without. There will be details on both at the end
of the book.
Thank you so much for your interest in this book. I promise you are in for some unbelievable and truly Unimaginable storytelling!
––Dina
THE SILVER SALE!
More of ME for Less!
What is the Silver Sale? Well, this week from January 13th - 19th, all three of my books are on sale. This is rare. Much like the polar vortex. Let me explain...
Why the Silver Sale is like the polar vortex:
- It comes every 30 years.
- It's entertaining.
- People love to talk about it.
- It gives you chills.
Here's a quick rundown on my books.
Finding Bliss is my big girl book. A story with real life issues and no sugar coating. Yes there's romance and yes (despite some opinions to the contrary) there's a happy ending.
If you appreciate the good, the bad, and the ugly things in life that make us who we are...then you will find your bliss with this book.
Today thru January 19th it's only $0.99 on Amazon. Enjoy!
A poignant, heartwarming (and often witty) book about love and family. The story spans two decades and is told from two points of view. One from a young mother, and one from the voice of her daughter as she grows to discover the truth about herself.
If you've read it. Thank you. If you haven't, now's a great time to give her a try.
Today thru January 19th it's only $1.99 on Amazon. Enjoy!
Kat Fight is pure romantic comedy fun.
It's loosely based on how I met my hubby and I always say that if people love this book...then they'll love me.*
Today thru January 19th it's only $0.99 on ALL FORMATS. Kindle, Nook, iTunes and Kobo. Enjoy the fight!
*No pressure to like me even the slightest bit.
Thanks for taking the time to visit my blog. Feel free to share the Silver Sale with your friends...or anyone else who knows how to read.
Read me for cheap this week!
Imagine my next novel...
Let me rephrase that. Imagine: My next novel.
I don’t have a full synopsis yet, but I wanted to give you
all a little peek into Imagine, which
will be coming out some time in 2014.
This book is exciting because it’s very different for me.
Here are a few reasons why:
·
It’s a romance (of course)…but it’s also
heartbreakingly emotional and has left every single beta reader in tears. Which
pleases me to no end!
·
The story is set in Thailand and the Indian
Ocean.
·
A large portion of the book takes place on board
a sailboat.
·
There is major trauma and gut wrenching passages
that were an absolute thrill for me to write, but may be hard for some people
to read. In a good way.
·
It’s based on two very real-life stories. One
with a happy ending, and one without. There will be details on both at the end
of the book.
Anyway, I have no cover and no synopsis, but I absolutely
can’t wait for you all to read this book.
I will be posting short snippets from the book over the next
few months. Here’s your first…
I’ll never forget the smell. It
was jarring in many ways, but memorable because I’d never been afraid of a
scent before. I closed my eyes beneath the blindfold and breathed through my
mouth as I waited my turn.
They came for me third.
Stay tuned and Imagine
a fabulous 2014 for yourself. xx
Happy New Year!
My Favorite Things - WINNERS!
Thanks to everyone who entered! I hope you followed this blog b/c we do lots of fun giveaways throughout the year. Here are the winners of My Favorite Things giveaway:
Kindle Fire HD: Jennifer P. Cajas Racines
My Fave Things: Kelly Halverson
Autographed Books: Vivian Situ
Winners were picked at by Rafflecopter and notified via email.
Congrats ladies!
Kindle Fire HD: Jennifer P. Cajas Racines
My Fave Things: Kelly Halverson
Autographed Books: Vivian Situ
Winners were picked at by Rafflecopter and notified via email.
Congrats ladies!
My Favorite Things Giveaway!
People who know me, know...
I love my birthday!!!
So, in honor of my favorite day (October 6th, 19-nevermind), I'm gifting some of my favorite things to you. With Oprah off the air, someone's got to do it.
Here's what's up for grabs on this fab giveaway:
First prize:
A Kindle Fire HD!
My Kindle is truly one of my favorite things, so this prize was a no-brainer.
Second Prize:
A smattering of my fave things...
Truffle Oil - I like to
Laura Mercier Almond Coconut Hand Lotion -
The scent alone will have you drooling. It's stupidly expensive, but will quickly become your new addiction.
Pride & Prejudice DVD -
I'm OBSESSED with this version of the Jane Austen classic and have seen it easily 45 times. It's a must have fave thing for sure.
Essie Nail Polish -
I'm a manicure, girly girl, and these are my two go-to colors. I want you to have them so we can be twinsies.
Target Gift Card -
Since I LOVE Target, and I LOVE wine (but can't ship alcohol) I'm including a $20 gift card for you to go buy a bottle. Do not disappoint me and buy paper towels instead.
Skittles & Double Stuf Oreos -
No explanation necessary.
Third Prize:
Autographed Copies of Finding Bliss, One Pink Line & Kat Fight! One copy of each.
Thanks for entering, please share!
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Upcoming Signings & Events
Upcoming events! No charge for admission at any of them. Who's with me??
AUGUST, 22nd
The Book Bin
Northbrook, IL
6:30pm - 8:00pm
This one's all me, so please don't make a girl feel like Peter Brady! The store will have all three of my books on hand, but mostly copies of Finding Bliss. I may bore you with a reading...I may not. You'll just have to come by and see.
SEPTEMBER, 7th
Westin Hotel
Seattle, WA
12pm - 4pm
Not sure if I have any fans in Seattle, but surely some of these other amazing authors do! Hope to see some of you there.
SEPTEMBER, 22nd
Omni Hotel
Chicago, IL
10am - 2pm
Can't wait to greet my windy city peeps!
FYI...Motor City & Windy City event is in Detroit on 9/21 (I will not be there) and Chicago on 9/22.
AUGUST, 22nd
The Book Bin
Northbrook, IL
6:30pm - 8:00pm
This one's all me, so please don't make a girl feel like Peter Brady! The store will have all three of my books on hand, but mostly copies of Finding Bliss. I may bore you with a reading...I may not. You'll just have to come by and see.
SEPTEMBER, 7th
Westin Hotel
Seattle, WA
12pm - 4pm
Not sure if I have any fans in Seattle, but surely some of these other amazing authors do! Hope to see some of you there.
SEPTEMBER, 22nd
Omni Hotel
Chicago, IL
10am - 2pm
Can't wait to greet my windy city peeps!
FYI...Motor City & Windy City event is in Detroit on 9/21 (I will not be there) and Chicago on 9/22.
A Blissful Giveaway!
Find Your HEA with a Kindle Paperwhite Giveaway!!
Wow! Week one of the Finding Bliss release has been filled with emotions. And by that I mean this book is REALLY touching readers emotionally, while the unconventional ending has greatly challenged them in ways I never imagined.
I'm so grateful for the many messages and enthusiasm I've received for this book in the first seven days. Finding Bliss is a book that doesn't sugarcoat real life issues, and also serves up the concept of Happily Ever After with a twist. Some of you have been truly wrenched by these characters, and to me that means a job well done :)
So, in honor of my blog tour this week, we're doing a blissful giveaway for a Kindle Paperwhite (I have one, LOVE IT), and a signed copy of the book. Enter and enjoy!
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Wow! Week one of the Finding Bliss release has been filled with emotions. And by that I mean this book is REALLY touching readers emotionally, while the unconventional ending has greatly challenged them in ways I never imagined.
I'm so grateful for the many messages and enthusiasm I've received for this book in the first seven days. Finding Bliss is a book that doesn't sugarcoat real life issues, and also serves up the concept of Happily Ever After with a twist. Some of you have been truly wrenched by these characters, and to me that means a job well done :)
So, in honor of my blog tour this week, we're doing a blissful giveaway for a Kindle Paperwhite (I have one, LOVE IT), and a signed copy of the book. Enter and enjoy!
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Find Your Bliss!
Just a quick post to announce the publication of my third novel, Finding Bliss. If you have a chance to read it, please let me know what you think. I LOVE hearing from readers.
I'm going to be posting some fun giveaways soon, so stay tuned!
Here are a couple of early reviews that have left me speechless:
Three Chicks and Their Books
Globug and Hootie Need a Book
Synopsis:
Chloe Carlyle has always longed for the perfect family.
Growing up with an alcoholic single mother, she has seen her share of heartbreak and disappointment, and is striving to build a new legacy for herself. After graduating from college, she takes a job working as a summer girl for the Reeds—a wealthy, accomplished family that personifies her American dream. Her summer takes an unexpected turn when the Reeds’ eldest son, Tyler, the star quarterback for Notre Dame, shows up and turns her life upside down.
An ambitious young woman with a wry sense of humor, Chloe never imagined herself as the type to succumb to the looks and charms of the hometown hero, but she falls hard for Tyler, and is devastated when they part ways at the end of the summer. As she heads off to law school, Chloe tries to convince herself this was just a fling, but she can’t quite get over him. It’s not until Tyler contacts her out of the blue late one winter night that everything changes.
After doing everything in her power to build the perfect life, Chloe soon learns that there are things beyond her control. She must draw on inner reserves of strength as her life takes unpredictable—and sometimes heartbreaking—twists and turns, and she finds herself faced with decisions she never thought she’d have to make. Poignant, heartfelt, and emotional, Finding Bliss is a reminder that you don’t have to live a fairytale life in order to have a happy ending.
I'm going to be posting some fun giveaways soon, so stay tuned!
Here are a couple of early reviews that have left me speechless:
Three Chicks and Their Books
Globug and Hootie Need a Book
Synopsis:
Chloe Carlyle has always longed for the perfect family.
Growing up with an alcoholic single mother, she has seen her share of heartbreak and disappointment, and is striving to build a new legacy for herself. After graduating from college, she takes a job working as a summer girl for the Reeds—a wealthy, accomplished family that personifies her American dream. Her summer takes an unexpected turn when the Reeds’ eldest son, Tyler, the star quarterback for Notre Dame, shows up and turns her life upside down.
An ambitious young woman with a wry sense of humor, Chloe never imagined herself as the type to succumb to the looks and charms of the hometown hero, but she falls hard for Tyler, and is devastated when they part ways at the end of the summer. As she heads off to law school, Chloe tries to convince herself this was just a fling, but she can’t quite get over him. It’s not until Tyler contacts her out of the blue late one winter night that everything changes.
After doing everything in her power to build the perfect life, Chloe soon learns that there are things beyond her control. She must draw on inner reserves of strength as her life takes unpredictable—and sometimes heartbreaking—twists and turns, and she finds herself faced with decisions she never thought she’d have to make. Poignant, heartfelt, and emotional, Finding Bliss is a reminder that you don’t have to live a fairytale life in order to have a happy ending.
You Read. We Donate!
Author S.C. Stephens and I are teaming up again, along with author Priya Kanaparti, this time in support of childhood cancer and one of our favorite charities,
And the best part is...you read, while we donate!
Here's how it works:
- Purchase or gift a copy of Collision Course or Kat Fight or Dracian Legacy during the month of JUNE
- We will donate $1 for every copy sold this month to Alex's Lemonade Stand
Three books. Three ways to support.
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) emerged from the front yard lemonade stand of cancer patient Alexandra “Alex” Scott (1996-2004). In 2000, 4-year-old Alex announced that she wanted to hold a lemonade stand to raise money to help find a cure for all children with cancer. Since Alex held that first stand, the Foundation bearing her name has evolved into a national fundraising movement, complete with thousands of supporters across the country carrying on her legacy of hope.
But wait, there's more!!!
Author Rebecca Donovan (of the Breathing Series) will MATCH EVERY DOLLAR we donate. Seriously amazing.
Please share, thank you!
A new pink line.
What’s old pink is new again.
Today marks an exciting day in One Pink Line history. My little book is growing up. It’s like her
first day of kindergarten, sweet sixteen, and wedding day all rolled into one. From this
day forward, she is a traditionally published book and no longer a self
-published title.
I’d say it’s bittersweet, but it’s not really bitter at
all. I'd always hoped that a publisher would be interested in acquiring this
title and helping it reach a wider, global audience. One that I alone (even through tireless Posting,
Tweeting, Pinning, song-and-dancing, etc.) could never reach on my own.
That's why I'm so honored to officially be a part of Amazon Publishing, and I’m also both humbled and elated that the world’s leading bookseller believes in me and my debut novel.
That's why I'm so honored to officially be a part of Amazon Publishing, and I’m also both humbled and elated that the world’s leading bookseller believes in me and my debut novel.
If you’ve read One Pink Line, I can’t thank you enough. I meant it, from the bottom of my pale pink heart of twine.
If you've read it and recommended it to a friend, then I love you the most.
If you've read it and recommended it to a friend, then I love you the most.
If you haven’t read it, here are a few reasons to give this new and improved version a try:
- It's been copyedited, and de-comma-ed within an inch of its life.
- It's a really beautiful love story.
- It makes a fabulous, belated Memorial Day gift.
- The texture of the new paperback cover is the softest thing you will ever feel! Seriously, it's like buttah...
Thanks for joining me on my blog and on my publishing journey. My story is one of many that personifies how this industry is changing for the better. Giving more writers a chance to not only share their stories, but to follow their dreams.
Time to crack the pink champagne!!!
xoxo
-D
Book Bash in Orlando - After Party Info!
The creators of Book Bash partnered with authors, S.C. Stephens and K.A.
Linde, to create: ANGSTfest, the Official After
Party of Book Bash!
And we want to invite YOU!
Event Info:
Come party with the hottest angsty authors out there at the
official Book Bash after party for FREE! Located in the same ballroom
in the Hilton Doubletree as the book signing, you will get to hang out
with more than 30 authors with a DJ and bartenders present.*
Where: Hilton Doubletree ballroom @ CityWalk, Orlando, Florida
When: Saturday, June 29th
Time: 7:00pm VIP early access, 8:00-11:00pm regular event access
How to Get Tickets to ANGSTfest:
Author List:
Abbi Glines
AL Jackson
Andrea Randall
Carey Heywood
Charles Sheehan-Miles
Christina Lauren
CJ Roberts
Colleen Hoover
Dina Silver
Emily Snow
Gail McHugh
Georgia Cates
Gretchen de la O
Jenn Foor
Jenn Sterling
Jillian Dodd
KA Linde
Karina Halle
Kelli Maine
Kendall Grey
Kim Karr
Kristen Proby
Laura Kaye
Madeline Sheehan
Maggi Myers
Michelle Valentine
Monica Murphy
Nicole Edwards
Rebecca Donovan
Renee Carlino
SC Stephens
Shey Stahl
Sylvia Day
Tarryn Fisher
Willow Aster
Stay Connected to the Party:
https://www.facebook.com/events/174516889368248/">Book Bash Website
https://www.facebook.com/BookBash">Book Bash Facebook
Did you already have an ANGSTfest ticket?
Can't wait to see you all there! We hope to make this an unforgettable experience for each and every one of you!
-Dina
*cash bar
And we want to invite YOU!
Event Info:
Come party with the hottest angsty authors out there at the
official Book Bash after party for FREE! Located in the same ballroom
in the Hilton Doubletree as the book signing, you will get to hang out
with more than 30 authors with a DJ and bartenders present.*
Where: Hilton Doubletree ballroom @ CityWalk, Orlando, Florida
When: Saturday, June 29th
Time: 7:00pm VIP early access, 8:00-11:00pm regular event access
How to Get Tickets to ANGSTfest:
- go to: www.bookbash.net/angstfest
- Use the EventBrite access to get your FREE ticket
- Bring your ticket with you to the event!
Author List:
Abbi Glines
AL Jackson
Andrea Randall
Carey Heywood
Charles Sheehan-Miles
Christina Lauren
CJ Roberts
Colleen Hoover
Dina Silver
Emily Snow
Gail McHugh
Georgia Cates
Gretchen de la O
Jenn Foor
Jenn Sterling
Jillian Dodd
KA Linde
Karina Halle
Kelli Maine
Kendall Grey
Kim Karr
Kristen Proby
Laura Kaye
Madeline Sheehan
Maggi Myers
Michelle Valentine
Monica Murphy
Nicole Edwards
Rebecca Donovan
Renee Carlino
SC Stephens
Shey Stahl
Sylvia Day
Tarryn Fisher
Willow Aster
Stay Connected to the Party:
- https://www.facebook.com/events/174516889368248/">Facebook Event
Did you already have an ANGSTfest ticket?
- You don't need to get one through EventBrite, because your name will be on the VIP list!
- Stay tuned for other ways to make VIP and get in an hour early to see some of your favorite authors!
Can't wait to see you all there! We hope to make this an unforgettable experience for each and every one of you!
-Dina
*cash bar
Writers, are you living in a vacuum?
I’ve worked in advertising as a copywriter for over 15
years, and this is an expression that comes up all the time. When a creative
team gets so wrapped up in every nuance about a particular product (typically
what the client says is important), that they often fail to realize that the
outside world, the people they’re trying to sell this product to, could care
less about most of the things they’re obsessing about.
A trend I’m seeing is that writers are getting caught up in
a social media vacuum. Where they think that the only world that exists, and
the only opinions that matter, are the ones swirling around them online. It
happens to me...so I know it happens to other people. You start believing what
you read about other people’s books, about your own books, about the success
and failures of those around you. But if you were to instead, turn away from
your computer and walk out your front door and ask anyone else about the things that are influencing you so negatively, they’ll
likely say they’ve never heard of any of it.
The woman at the grocery. The mother of your child’s friend.
Your cousin’s book club. They read, and they’d love your book! And no, they’re
not familiar with ANY of the people or things you’re obsessing about on Facebook or Instagram. Nor do
they care.
My point is…it’s so easy to get sucked up inside this vacuum.
Where you tend to care about only what exists on social media. Where
you begin to accept cyber opinions of yourself as gospel. People who’ve never met you,
will never meet you, and will certainly never care about you, are influencing
your writing…not to mention your daily mood.
Don’t let it happen. I guarantee you it isn’t worth it.
If you are a writer, then write. Yes, social media is a huge
part of the publishing process. It’s critical to marketing “you”, but it
shouldn’t define you.
The online world you live in, as vast and important as it may
seem, is an infinitesimal part of the real world. And if you want longevity in
this business, then you’re going to need people in the real world to care about
your books too.
Empty that dusty, suffocating vacuum and focus on what
matters.
Maybe get yourself a broom instead?
My time at RT - a photo essay
I don't get out much. People who know me, know they can find me at home...a lot. My husband starts shaking if he's required to stay awake past 8pm most nights, and quite honestly, after this weekend, I have confirmed (embarrassingly enough) that the few occasions I'm able to stay up past midnight are just that...few...and far between.
However! This weekend, at the RT (Romantic Times) Booklovers Convention, I gave it the college try. And had an unbelievable time hanging out with some amazing talent, and some of the coolest, kindest people I've ever had the pleasure of cocktailing with.
I also ate and drank WAY too much. Below is a depiction of my time at RT - a photo essay if you will...
However! This weekend, at the RT (Romantic Times) Booklovers Convention, I gave it the college try. And had an unbelievable time hanging out with some amazing talent, and some of the coolest, kindest people I've ever had the pleasure of cocktailing with.
I also ate and drank WAY too much. Below is a depiction of my time at RT - a photo essay if you will...
Here's where I parked at Midway Airport.
Always good to take a pic if you're going to be gone for five days.
Here's me in the back of Michelle Mankin's Navigator with the fabulous Elizabeth Hunter. I took this picture to make my friend Meg (a.k.a Elizabeth's biggest fan) jealous. I was smiling so hard at said jealousy, that those ugly tendons in my neck popped out.
Here's me at dinner with the awesome, energetic, adorable,
Rebecca "I drink tequila like water" Donovan. A fellow APub sister :)
Here's a shot of the menu to make my hubby jealous.
Does anything sound better than duck fat fries? Be honest. No, nothing sounds better.
(see below)
Duck fat fries. Shared with me by Fred LeBaron.
And by shared I mean that I allowed him to have three of them.
This is what I ordered for dinner. Blackened shrimp & grits.
It was to die for.
Just as everyone was finishing dessert, I took this picture of my son on television.
A full, motley crew. Including Fred, Rebecca, Elizabeth, moi, Killian McRae and Michelle Warren.
Sadly our hostess with the mostess, Michelle Mankin, was outside warming the car for our sorry asses because it was SNOWING IN MAY!
This was my set-up for the Indie Book Expo on Thursday.
Kitty is my only indie title anymore!
Here I'm pictured with Larry Kirshbaum, Vice President of Amazon Publishing.
I hope I'm getting his title right, because I think he's also my boss.
I am very fond of him.
Here is the warm brie and parmesean pita chips I had at Rebecca's hotel. Delish!
I also had braised short ribs over orzo, but I can't find that pic.
I sense your disappointment in missing that photo, so we'll move along...
I never wear dresses, so I thought I should include this one of me in a dress.
This photo was taken after I lead a workshop on self-publishing along with the awesome duo of Rebecca Donovan and Tracey Garvis-Graves.
We were told we did a fabulous job, so we're going to take our show on the road.
Large arenas in major metropolitan areas are hard to reserve, so...tour dates to come.
Here I'm following Jamie McGuire onto one of those limo/party bus things that have stripper poles and flashing strobe lights. In fact, I may still owe Tina Reber money for this. Hopefully she will let me buy her a drink next month in Orlando.
Here Jamie and Abbi Glines react with shock and awe when they hear that
Tracey has never seen the movie Tombstone.I think it was Tombstone. Oy vey.
Y'all look out if I'm wrong!
Y'all look out if I'm wrong!
Housemade mozzarella. Delish. Odd pairing with asparagus, right?
Capellini with peas, mushrooms, and prosciutto.
If only it had more sauce...
I took this picture and sent it to Jessica Park, wishing she were with us being snarky.
My table set-up for the Saturday Book Fair.
Sat right behind the cutie-patootie couple of Jasinda Wilder and her hubby.
My number one fan-girl, Rebecca Donovan.
Wishing she had pink covers on her books...
Well, that about does it. The rest of the photos are filled with black-mail-able content, and while they would have made for a more interesting post, I'm going to hang on to those for now.
I really want to name drop all the awesome authors I had the pleasure of hanging out with this trip, but I'm afraid I'm going to leave someone out. So let me conclude by saying how truly humbling and inspiring it was to be surrounded by such wonderful women...and equally wonderful writers.
Who's going next year??
New Orleans 2014
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