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Hi Misty Just finished reading Shield and Shade was wondering if there is going to be a second book?
Misty Hayes I am thrilled to announce that my upcoming book, 'Halo & Horn', is set to be available for pre-order in the coming months, most likely around mid-year. It has been a passion project of mine, and I can't wait to share it with the world. Your interest in my book means a lot to me, thank you!
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I work for a book store and we would love to have you come do a signing. Who would I need to contact to see if this is a possibility? Thank you :)
Misty Hayes Hello John,

Thanks so much for thinking about me! I would love to. Please shoot me an email for details: Misty.Hayes@theoutcaststheblooddagger.com

:-)
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What are some good marketing strategies for new authors? Where are some good places to go to for author events? Sorry if I'm being nosy but I'm working on my own debut novel and am self-published.
Misty Hayes My advice is to do as much research and planning about marketing prior to your release as you can. If you have not released it yet, I would definitely suggest doing a pre-sale option for your book three months in advance before your launch date. This gives you time to submit your ARC's for reviews (if you plan on having your novel in print format). Get on social media and promote, promote, promote. Your platform should be brimming with Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Unfortunately, once your book is completed, that's not the hardest part done... marketing and getting out there is the hardest. Look for your genre audience and cast a wide a net as possible. Hope this helps! Good luck with your book!
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What are you currently working on?
Misty Hayes Book two in my trilogy - The Blood Dagger Series.
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What’s the best thing about being a writer?
Misty Hayes Having total stranger's actually get my writing.
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How do you deal with writer’s block?
Misty Hayes You know how they say, 'don't struggle in quicksand for fear of sinking faster.' Well in the case of having writer's block: struggle--keep slogging forward and you'll make it out... maybe not in one piece, but you will survive.
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