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September 16, 2016
Crystal's Big Cover Reveal!!!
TIMELESS (#3 Maiden of Time) by Crystal Collier #CoverReveal
Book Title: TIMELESS (Maiden of Time #3)Author: Crystal CollierGenre: YA Paranormal HistoricalRelease Date: November 1, 2016
TIME IS THE ENEMY
In 1771, Alexia had everything: the man of her dreams, reconciliation with her father, even a child on the way. But she was never meant to stay. It broke her heart, but Alexia heeded destiny and traveled five hundred years back to stop the Soulless from becoming.
In the thirteenth century, the Holy Roman Church has ordered the Knights Templar to exterminate the Passionate, her bloodline. As Alexia fights this new threat—along with an unfathomable evil and her own heart—the Soulless genesis nears. But none of her hard-won battles may matter if she dies in childbirth before completing her mission.
Can Alexia escape her own clock?
Crystal Collier is an eclectic author who pens clean fantasy/sci-fi, historical, and romance stories with the occasional touch of humor, horror, or inspiration. She practices her brother-induced ninja skills while teaching children or madly typing about fantastic and impossible creatures. She has lived from coast to coast and now calls Florida home with her creative husband, four littles, and “friendâ€� (a.k.a. the zombie locked in her closet). Secretly, she dreams of world domination and a bottomless supply of cheese. You can find her on her ,,ŷ, or follow her on .
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Book Title: TIMELESS (Maiden of Time #3)Author: Crystal CollierGenre: YA Paranormal HistoricalRelease Date: November 1, 2016

TIME IS THE ENEMY
In 1771, Alexia had everything: the man of her dreams, reconciliation with her father, even a child on the way. But she was never meant to stay. It broke her heart, but Alexia heeded destiny and traveled five hundred years back to stop the Soulless from becoming.
In the thirteenth century, the Holy Roman Church has ordered the Knights Templar to exterminate the Passionate, her bloodline. As Alexia fights this new threat—along with an unfathomable evil and her own heart—the Soulless genesis nears. But none of her hard-won battles may matter if she dies in childbirth before completing her mission.
Can Alexia escape her own clock?
Crystal Collier is an eclectic author who pens clean fantasy/sci-fi, historical, and romance stories with the occasional touch of humor, horror, or inspiration. She practices her brother-induced ninja skills while teaching children or madly typing about fantastic and impossible creatures. She has lived from coast to coast and now calls Florida home with her creative husband, four littles, and “friendâ€� (a.k.a. the zombie locked in her closet). Secretly, she dreams of world domination and a bottomless supply of cheese. You can find her on her ,,ŷ, or follow her on .
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Published on September 16, 2016 09:18
September 14, 2016
Getting Good Reviews
I'm happy to report that I'm getting some good reviews on Amazon. Before going more into that, I also want to mention that I'm over at Tyrean Martinson's today. Stop on by :)
People have been leaving some great reviews of Between Two Fires on both ŷ and ! Of course, I can always use more reviews, so I've you've read a copy of my novel, I'd super appreciate you leaving a review. Good or bad, high or low, I always appreciate an honest review. Thanks!
Published on September 14, 2016 09:18
September 9, 2016
Book Signing Vid
Hello, all, I'm over at Tony Riches today discussing Between Two Fires and the inspiration behind it. If you enjoy discussing Arthurian legends, head on over. Thanks!
Also, you may have noticed, I've post a video clip of one of my book signings. Just a little something to give you a small taste of the types of things I talk about during my book events. I've already gotten to meet some of my awesome blogger friends face-to-face. Can't wait for my next event!
Published on September 09, 2016 09:23
September 6, 2016
Success in Sacramento!!!
The second stop on my book tour in Sacramento, California this weekend was superb! Before I expand on that, however, I'm over at today for a groovy interview. Stop on by:)
So I had a great time signing books and talking about Between Two Fires at the Avid Reader bookshop in Sacramento this weekend. We sold out all of my books! It's a good thing to be sure, but I wish we could've gotten everyone a copy right then and there. Thankfully, that's what order forms are for. Thanks again to everyone who came out and offered so much love and support!
So I had a great time signing books and talking about Between Two Fires at the Avid Reader bookshop in Sacramento this weekend. We sold out all of my books! It's a good thing to be sure, but I wish we could've gotten everyone a copy right then and there. Thankfully, that's what order forms are for. Thanks again to everyone who came out and offered so much love and support!
Published on September 06, 2016 09:29
September 5, 2016
My Book in Libraries!!!
Ok, laugh if you want, but I'm super pumped to see my book appear in libraries! More on that in a sec, as I want to mention that Carol Kilgore is giving me a shout out on her today, so take a trip on over if you like:)
So libraries are very special places to me, locales where my wife, kids, and I often hang out. Not only have my local libraries started buying copies of my book, but so have others elsewhere. The Library of Congress and some big libraries in L.A. have ordered my novel as well, just to name a few. On top of that, I found online an unusually high degree of them being bought by libraries in Canada. I guess I have to make a visit!
Published on September 05, 2016 09:09
September 2, 2016
Book Signing in Sacramento This Weekend!
I'm kicking off my second book signing event this weekend in sunny Sacramento! More details to follow below. Firstly, I'd like to mention that I'm over at Angela Brown's today as well, so come on over for a visit!
This Saturday at 2pm, I'll be at the in Sacramento! If you're in the area, stop on by as I'll be reading from my debut novel and signing copies. Books can be purchased directly at the store. Hope to see you there, thanks!
This Saturday at 2pm, I'll be at the in Sacramento! If you're in the area, stop on by as I'll be reading from my debut novel and signing copies. Books can be purchased directly at the store. Hope to see you there, thanks!
Published on September 02, 2016 09:28
September 1, 2016
Book Signing Tips
So, I'm learning a few things about book signings so far. But first, let me tell you where I'm at today. Come on over to Julie Flanders' groovy and hang out with us!
One thing I learned from my most recent book signing (other than how to talk and write at the same time), is the importance of dating a signature. I hadn't realized this before, but apparently in ARCs and hardbacks collectors prefer if an author writes in the date in addition to providing their signature and message. For hardcore collectors, this adds a layer of authenticity to the book. So I've been doing this myself, and attendees at my book signings have been appreciative of it.
One thing I learned from my most recent book signing (other than how to talk and write at the same time), is the importance of dating a signature. I hadn't realized this before, but apparently in ARCs and hardbacks collectors prefer if an author writes in the date in addition to providing their signature and message. For hardcore collectors, this adds a layer of authenticity to the book. So I've been doing this myself, and attendees at my book signings have been appreciative of it.
Published on September 01, 2016 09:34
August 31, 2016
Audio Book for #BetweeTwoFires
The audio book version of Between Two Fires comes out at the end of this month! Before I elaborate on that, I'm chilling over at Stephanie Dray's fantastic today! She's a bestseller in her own right and every page she's written is worth the read.
And as far as the audio version of my novel goes, I couldn't be happier with it! Click the above link/image to give a listen to the first chapter. Barrie Kreinik gives a powerful performance as the narrator...I think I'll go give it another listen now:)
Published on August 31, 2016 09:21
August 30, 2016
First Official Book Signing!
I had my first official book launch and book signing event last Saturday, and it surpassed all my expectations! But before I get into that, I'm over at Deborah Swift's today! Stop on by:)
At my book launch event, we had over a hundred attendees, and by the time I was done signing books we were only two copies shy of a complete sellout from my distributor (Books, Inc.). My writing hand is a little tired, but it was all for a good cause, and I definitely had a blast! I can't wait for my next book signing event this coming weekend!
At my book launch event, we had over a hundred attendees, and by the time I was done signing books we were only two copies shy of a complete sellout from my distributor (Books, Inc.). My writing hand is a little tired, but it was all for a good cause, and I definitely had a blast! I can't wait for my next book signing event this coming weekend!
Published on August 30, 2016 09:33
August 29, 2016
Inside the Pocket
Lots of great stuff to discuss today! Firstly, I'm over at Christine Rain's today, one of my many favorite haunts in the blogosphere. Stop on by:)
Also, I'm being featured in the latest magazine edition of Inside the Pocket in Sacramento, CA. The incomparable Jessica Laskey interviewed me about my book along with all the ins and outs of my journey to getting published. It's available in print and e-versions. Hope you enjoy it!
Also, I'm being featured in the latest magazine edition of Inside the Pocket in Sacramento, CA. The incomparable Jessica Laskey interviewed me about my book along with all the ins and outs of my journey to getting published. It's available in print and e-versions. Hope you enjoy it!
Published on August 29, 2016 09:33