Lydia Sherrer's Blog, page 2
March 1, 2017
Exclusive Reveal: Book 3 & 4 Chapter Illustrations
One of the things I loved most about the Harry Potter books I read growing up was the little illustrations at the head of each chapter. They were my only visual link to the characters and world of Harry Potter that I was desperate to be a part of (this was long before the movies,...
Published on March 01, 2017 08:00
February 1, 2017
The Hidden Benefit of Crowdfunding
Let me tell you a story (you might want some tissues on hand). Starting in 2012 I spent a year as a Mary Kay consultant selling cosmetics (good times, I learned a lot of valuable stuff). The Mary Kay culture emphasizes empowerment, belief in yourself, and working for positive change. So, there I was, a...
Published on February 01, 2017 09:12
January 27, 2017
Lily Singer Adventures Books 3 & 4 Cover Reveal!
Finally! The covers are finalized! It’s been a long road of exhausting design, planning, and tweaking, but I am proud to present you with the covers for Book 3: Allies, and Book 4: Legends in the Love, Lies, and Hocus Pocus series. Both books are scheduled to release April 28th, 2017 and will be available...
Published on January 27, 2017 10:58
January 3, 2017
The Writing of Glory
My Dear Readers, I’ve noticed quite a few people signing up to get blog notifications these days, and guiltily realized I haven’t posted a thing since last April. Time is precious, and when it came down to it I decided my time was better spent writing my books and connecting with readers. I still believe...
Published on January 03, 2017 09:00
March 24, 2016
3 Life Lessons I Learned From Self-Publishing
I’m finally, FINALLY done. With what, you ask? Well, not much, as it turns out, as there is still much to do. But on this “not much� hinges my whole career. I’m done self-publishing my first two novels, Love, Lies, and Hocus Pocus: Beginnings and Revelations. They are completely edited, formatted, and uploaded for pre-order...
Published on March 24, 2016 09:37
March 10, 2016
Holding Hope in your Hand
I’ve been very distracted for the past two days. Why? I’ve been waiting on my ARCs (Advanced Reader Copies) to come! These are copies of my books that we have ordered to physically hold and look at with out eyeballs to make sure everything about them appears perfect, as well as sending multiple copies out...
Published on March 10, 2016 11:17
February 24, 2016
Professionalism for Self Publishers
This post is going to be quick and dirty. I have two fantastic things for you guys today, one to make you smile and one to make you think. The one to make you smile is the first page of my print novel, Love, Lies, and Hocus Pocus: Beginnings!! My formatter just emailed me the...
Published on February 24, 2016 12:20