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Happy March 2017 everyone!

Hello everyone as I write this today I have the sun streaming in through my windows as I drink my coffee. I love this weather! Anyways quite a bit to catch up on so I'll try to get straight to the point.

I may have mentioned this before in my last blog, honestly right now I can't remember but I did start a new writing project. It's totally different from The Blackened Series and that may be a shock to some but it's something that is very personal to me so I've been giving it my all. If you are spiritual in nature and understand twin flames and the connection and the overwhelming love they share then this will be something you will like. It's a love story based on my own twin flame connection so yes based on real life with authentic elements that have actually happened and word for word dialogue as well that has also really happened. I am halfway through the project already. I set myself a bit of a task because I went back to the day myself and this person met and that's where this story begins. At this point, I have just over a year and three months to write. I don't have a title for it yet but hopefully will do as more progresses on.

On my twitter account www.twitter.com/israsravenheart feel free to follow me on there, I have been giving away ebook copies of "Her Blackened Soul" I hope to keep doing this as it's nice to give something back to followers and readers, while I work on another project. Now although I am vastly working on something else. "Her Blackened Heart" is already written and is scheduled for a late Spring/ early Summer release. I will be wanting advance readers so if that's something that interests you please get in touch at israsravenheart@gmail.com or facebook or twitter as those are my main social media arenas. On a further note regarding social media, if you happen to find me on a platform which is NOT listed in my goodreads bio please let me know as I do have a tendency to forget to update things.

I am also reading a lot at the moment. I have throughly enjoyed reading Wintersong by SA Jones. It's a fantasy and she's just gone and taken the Labyrinth story that we all know so well and given it a whole new level. I have got halfway through with it so far and haven't been able to put it down so a fantastic book and I will be giving it my 5 star review because it's had me hooked from the first page!

Well that's enough from me for now! I shall get promptly back to writing, I hope to connect with you all soon!

Isra xxx
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March 2017 Updates and Monthly Twitter Giveaway

Hello everyone, Isra here. I just wanted to touch base with you all as I haven't been updating as much as I like but I hope to do a separate post as well as this one, this week.

First things first, I am hosting monthly giveaways on my twitter account now to win kindle copies of "Her Blackened Soul" There is one running from now until the 20th March 2017. You can find it at www.twitter.com/israsravenheart and I just wanted to say a great big thank you to all who follow me on there.

Secondly, I am progressing through the twin flame love story a lot faster than I anticipated. I am thinking of making this a late summer release, so that my editor has time to fine tune everything. If any of you are in a twin flame connection or are simply fans of a great love story then I think you will find this work, quite intriguing. Based on a real life connection between me and my own twin flame, it is a story of a remarkable love that even in separation, knows no bounds. I hope it will be an inspiration to other twin flames out there and perhaps even a comfort to those who are not with their twin flame in this lifetime as it is connection that many believe to be fraught with conflict issues and many other problems that seem to arise in many couples across the globe. Of course, it doesn't have to be that way but many are stuck in the belief that life is hard and that it is always going to be that way, but it doesn;t have to be. I hope my story truly shows that.

In the meantime, "Her Blackened Soul" is still 99p/ 0.99 on Amazon for the Kindle Version and I will keep this up at that price for as long as people wish it to be, obviously at some point, it will go up but for now that promotion will stay put!

I will be writing another post this week, hopefully that is based on an idea that has came to me this morning. It is, "Are you too serious or not serious enough?" It is focused spiritually and designed to help many of you, work out which you are in relation to the direction of your life and how your personality and seriousness affects your goals.

I am getting back to writing now, so take care friends. Until next time, Isra xxx
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Are you too serious or not serious enough? Goals. Goal setting!

Are you too serious or not serious enough?

So today's blog post is something I have been guided to write. It doesn't just apply to writing, it can apply to everything in your life so I have made some edits from what I originally had located in my head in order to properly express what I want to say!

There are many people out there who set goals and targets and get disappointed when they don't reach them but guess what they haven't done the work! If you are not serious enough in your craft and you don't have the passion for it, you can never succeed. You put what you get in, so for example if you set your goal and then you just forget about it, of course you are going to be disappointed. I am going to use a prime example.

There is somebody on my social media, we will name him Bob in this blog. Now Bob is an aspiring writer, however he says he is going to write and actually ends up commenting on various statuses across Facebook, commenting on their writing goals and not doing his own! Sound familiar? Then Bob misses deadlines, pulls out of creative projects and has yet to publish any work, indie or otherwise. So the question is how can we not be like Bob? No offence to Bob but that work ethic means we aren't going to get anything done.

How to not be like Bob:

1. Get off social media for a start, shut it all down including google so there is no temptation to browse the web!
2. Write down clear ideas and plans for what you will be writing about.
3. Be aware of the creative projects you are involved in and work on each one separately, if in the event you have committed to too much, cut out the ones you don't feel passionate about as the rest.
4. Take notes on what you feel about the work and how it can be improved.
5. Write, just write!
6. After writing- re-read what you have written and make edits if necessary. Check spelling, grammar and punctuation too!

So in the case of Bob, it's a case of not being serious enough! If you are really serious about wanting to achieve or do something then simply put, just do it. Don't waste time thinking about it, just do it. Outline your goals on notepaper and achieve them one by one, there is no need to have several projects going at once, although if that works for you then by all means go ahead and do it. I prefer to work on projects, ie books, one at a time. I don't like the idea of having a few things going on at once as it clutters my mind but that's just me!

Okay so now let's look at being too serious. So we are not Bob here. But we may be someone called Gary. Gary is very busy with writing projects but is a bit boastful and tears down others as he goes along. Leaving 1 star reviews, picking at everything including the cover design and if they have one word spelt out of place, oh gosh, Gary will notice it. Gary has several books out at a time and works on multiple projects. Gary may well be seen as a narcissist because of his attitude towards others who are not making the same progress as him, while we don't want to reprimand Gary for being successful, there are some things that are just not helpful so let's look at how not to be Gary.

How not to be Gary:

1. Only criticise someone's work if it can be helpful in their improvement. When making comments, think is this helpful criticism or am I just being an ass? If it's the latter, don't make the comment!
2. Do not leave a one star review unless you have read the book in order to have formed an opinion.
3. Do not pull down other people who are not at the same success level as you, it won't make you look good professionally, be quiet and keep those views to yourself unless you want to be seen as a bully or a narcissist.
4. Work on your own projects, concentrate on your own work.
5. If you really feel somebody's work needs addressing, try and do so in a kind, tactful way that gives them motivation to improve future works.
6. Continue being successful but remember where you started. Everyone starts at the bottom, remember that and be humble.

Further more, I am sure there are many Bob's and Gary's out there, I just want people to understand I am not criticising either. When it comes to setting goals, we are all different whether writers, doctors, scientists, athletes, you get the idea. You need to look at your own goals and work on them in the happy medium that suits you, I'm just giving you the perspective of the two types I have witnessed time and time again. I always feel that when working on goals, achievements that you must work alone and just get on with it, others can assist you and that's great but I strongly feel in order to achieve it, you must do the work yourself and just for you I am going to share how I personally work on goals.

How Isra works on goals:

1. Each goal must be outlined on it's own page, that's right, it's own page.
2. Research and think about how you will achieve that goal and what you may have to do to get there.
3. Any challenges or obstacles the goal may have, write those down and write down how you might be able to resolve them.
4. Think about you will feel after achieving that goal, ie happy, accomplished and write it down like you have achieved it already, so, I am so happy because... and fill in the blanks
5. Do what you need to do to achieve the goal, put the work in and get it done.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 for each goal.

And that's it my lovelies, until next time. Isra xxx
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Hello April, Spring Changes Ahead!

Hello everyone, wow has this month gone quick!

I've been a little busy, working on newsletter stuff and I just sent out my first newsletter today so that's taken up a bit of my time.

I finished the twin flame love story and if you are not aware of the book, it is aptly named, Logan and Serephina's Transcended Love, Love Beyond No Bounds.

Here is a sneak preview of the blurb for the back of the book!

"This is the story of two star crossed lovers, Logan Zayne and Serephina Dawn. Meeting in extra ordinary circumstances that are brought on by fate. Logan and Serephina have a very strong and intense connection that is noticed instantly upon their meeting! Serephina is trapped in another man's unrequited love but Logan stands back in the background as this irretrievably breaks down, knowing that she is soon to be his.

Serephina deeply loves Logan and Logan loves Serephina despite tragic circumstances that threaten to pull them apart and obstacles that are placed in their way, they stay true to each other and their connection. With a connection this intense filled with much spiritual love, can their love last?"

I expect to release this in September 2017, although it could be sooner, ultimately that depends on my editor.

If you loved my original work, "Her Blackened Soul" there is a surprise coming for you very soon! I won't say too much at the minute but it is very exciting! Let's just say it is very exclusive.

And with my last project finished, I have gone back to working on the Blackened Series, there are now going to be five books in this series. Two are written and are with the editor. The third I am working on now and the other two are mere ideas but I hope with time everything will come together and blend in, I will be offering background information on Lady Isra's past as well as some insights on other characters which will come together in books 3 & 4, so if there were things in "Her Blackened Soul" that didn't quite make sense to you, rest assured those ends will be tied up metaphorically in the later releases.

I don't want to rush anything as I think this allows for too many mistakes but I am working on book 3, "Her Blackened Rose" and many mysteries from "Her Blackened Soul" are going to be revealed in there!

I may blog less because of this but I would rather send you relevant updates rather than just filler content.

I do have a newsletter list as well, so if you want to be subscribed to that to get exclusive bonus content please go to the sign up form on my facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/IsraSravenhe... It's just a very quick form that asks for your email address and name, so nothing too intrusive.

Well that's me off for today. I hope to chat with you all soon, Isra xxx
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Veracious Plans of a Writer| May 2017

Hello everyone, I feel like it has been a while since we last conversed. So much is happening.

Okay well I've been super busy, I've just received my manuscript from my editor Lauren Moore and re-uploaded to amazon, now this edition is not going to be like the others. I actually added new content, featuring the first two chapters of my upcoming release, "Her Blackened Heart" I also wrote an alternative ending for "Her Blackened Soul" included in this new release. Now there will be a Goodreads Giveaway for this but it is likely to be my last giveaway on Goodreads for 2017. I may do another towards the end of the year but giving out paperback copies doesn't really benefit me as much as I'd like so I am going to focus my efforts on the kindle platform instead which most readers prefer! of course if you are in the minority, please do comment and let me know so I can get an idea of numbers!

You are probably wondering why so many changes. I consider it a learning experience. I first started out with Author House, so no editing, bad cover design but a lot of lessons that were rapidly learned, safe to say never again! So I went down the indie route, changing the cover, hiring an editor and then publishing again but as I reflected on it again during the start of this year, (there were problems with the last editor not being reliable) I decided the entire dark fantasy series needed a new perspective and a fresh look. So I re-hired an editor, Lauren Moore is who I have and my goodness she did a fantastic job on it, I can't thank her enough. But then I decided it needed a new cover and I changed who I hired for the formatting also, so again everything changed on it. Now I know what to do for all my books. I have a more clear direction on where things are headed and that is important more than anything. I do want to release "Her Blackened Heart" during this summer but I am afraid another project has took hold of my heart.

I have wrote another novel, nothing to do with my dark fantasy series; that is a spiritually charged love story. Now this is a deeply personal project entwined with many facets of my own life so it is only natural that I want to bring this to the world before anything else, right? Well, I have envisioned September 2017 for this. That is my perfect date, now I'm hoping the editing will coincide with that nicely if not I'd like it out by November. I think that is realistic enough and during that time I can work on other projects but this one is my baby, so to speak. I have high hopes for it. It is a piece of work that both scares and thrills me! I really hope it thrills and scares you guys too in the most positive way because it really is a huge chunk of myself placed into the written word. I'd just like to share with you the cover, which I shared on twitter which you can view here. https://twitter.com/israsravenheart/s...

Aside from this project, there is the rest of the Blackened Series. So far I have decided there are going to be five books in the series and one spin off, which will be engineered in due time. I am working on the third now but the fourth and fifth are also in motion in my mind! So there is a lots to come from me including two non fiction projects that have absolutely nothing to do with the dark fantasy element or the Blackened Series but will be focused on the more practical elements of magick and spirituality which I'd really love to bring to the public's attention in a concise and easy to understand way.

I've rambled a fair bit but I hope this is intriguing to you. If there's anything you'd like to hear from me or see me talk about in this blog please feel free to contact me on facebook, twitter or alternatively hit me up by sending a question or comment on here. Until next time, be good.

Isra

xxx
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"Her Blackened Soul" FREE everywhere, 30th June- 2nd July 2017!!

Attention everyone, I am super excited to announce my debut book, "Her Blackened Soul" is FREE on Kindle across Amazon, Kobo, Ibooks, Nook etc starting TOMORROW!

If you have been wanting to read this dark fantasy packed full of suspense and romance entwined with darkness then here's your chance.

It will be FREE from 30th June, that's tomorrow until 2nd July!

You can find it at Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Her-Blackened-... and also universally via Nook, Ibooks, Barnes and Noble here https://www.books2read.com/u/b5OLql
and also Smashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

If you like this book or like the look of it please do spread the word to people you know, friends, family, work colleagues etc. Thank you I will very much appreciate it!

Until next time, Isra. xx
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December 2017 Updates- Plus New Paranormal Romance Release- A love that keeps burning!

Hello everyone, Isra here. It's been a while. I hope you are all ready for Christmas or enjoying the holiday break.

So I have been rather busy. On the 12th December I released my paranormal romance, Logan and Serephina's Transcended Love- Love Beyond No Bounds.

Synopsis: This is about two people who meet in extraordinary circumstances. Bound by fate. Logan meets Serephina. Serephina and Logan have an instant attraction which they explore despite Serephina trapped in another man's unrequited love. This union breaks down and Logan claims Serephina as his but a painful seperation threatens to make Logan and Serephina upheave all they thought they knew. This is a flame that just keeps burning inside them both despite the physical separation. Can they be reunited?

And just before I give you the link, I just want to tell you this is discounted at 1.99 until the end of this year. So after 2017, it will be priced at 3.99 so just a little heads up.

Amazon US Link: https://www.amazon.com/Logan-Serephin...

Amazon UK Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Logan-Sereph...

And while we are on the subject of discounted books, my debut book "Her Blackened Soul" is at 0.99 until end of 2018 as well! You can get your copy here of this light fantasy caper! https://www.amazon.com/Her-Blackened-...

Okay so onto business. I have set up a reader group on Facebook for people to join, interact with my books/ other books as long as in fantasy/ paranormal genre. And also later on I plan on having other authors in there, doing takeovers and other cool stuff. I also want to do compettions for those who promo my books/ offers to be able to win amazon gift cards and more, so essentially a street team in that sense but a more fun angle. You can join or learn more here https://www.facebook.com/groups/18995...

This primary reason for this group is the facebook pages set up at the moment. Authors don't get to interact much with readers due to Facebook blocking readers from seeing posts. This has been happening for a while but it's about to get worse so many authors are seeking alternatives to keep reader interaction going and rightly so because none of us want our readers to miss out on our giveaways, offers and other stuff we offer.


I will be resuming my reader giveaways where I giveaway my handmade items in the new year. The next one is a mermaid paperweight so definitely look out for that!

In the meantime consider staying connected with me by following me on social media platforms:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/IsraSravenheart

Twitter:
www.twitter.com/israsravenheart

Instagram: www.instagram.com/israsravenheart

Mailing list:
http://www.subscribepage.com/p5r3a8

Blog: https://israsravenheartblog.wordpress...

Reader Group Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/18995...

Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/Isra-Sravenhea...

That's all from me for now. Talk to you soon and Happy Christmas!
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Embarking on the New

Hello everyone Isra here. I haven't been able to come here and blog about things as much as I would have liked too because there has been a few changes in my wake.

Firstly, I have had to hire a new editor as the one I had proved to be a let down professionally but it doesn't matter as I had already began new covers for the Blackened Series and Logan and Serephina's Transcended Love so in short, the Blackened Series will have a complete relaunch with new covers and new editing, how exciting.

Secondly, I have been spending most of my time finishing my third book "Her Blackened Rose" which I managed to complete yesterday so that's one less thing off the to do list as well. This is the third book in the Blackened Series and I really do hope to have it ready by November 2018 which will be a tight stretch but since i have found someone capable of the job at hand that should be a lot more feasible.

So in short here's the dates I have in mind for the Blackened Series and Logan and Serephina-

July 2018- Her Blackened Soul re-release
Aug 2018- Her Blackened Heart re-release
October 2018- Her Blackened Rose release
January 2019- Logan and Serephina re-release

Sometime in 2019- YA Fantasy Novel release
"Her Blackened Love" release Summer 2019

Now these dates are just rough outlines at the moment but I'll know more when I talk to my editor, I know she has me pencilled in for May 2018 so it should be smooth sailing.

Anyway as a result of this, I will be seeking out reviewers to receive ARC copies of the book in exchange for an honest review on amazon... if this sounds like your type of thing then please get in touch with me around June... but I will ask for this again at that time just to touch base on everything.

As of today I am embarking on a new project- A YA fantasy as part of a fairytale boxset I am part of subject to release in 2018. It is a bit of a late starter but I did my outlines several months ago so I aim to have this one done by July as most of the planning is done.

So as you can see, I am super super busy but in the meantime there are still compettions/ giveaways in my reader group...
https://www.facebook.com/groups/18995... which you are more than welcome to join, as well as this you can sign up to my mailing list... for news. giveaways and more. http://www.subscribepage.com/p5r3a8

Anyhoo that's all from me. Stay tuned, because there is a lot happening.

Isra <3
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