M.J. Boshers's Blog
January 8, 2023
Goodreads Giveaway
I have a giveaway up on Goodreads for Monstrous Men. I am giving away 100 copies of the kindle version. Go and enter now. I hope you all enjoy the first book in A Garrison Family Saga. Thanks so much. If you have any questions feel free to message me. I hope to hear from you soon.
XO,
MJMonstrous Men: A Garrison Family Saga
A twisted Family story that defies the odds in a world of crime.Family is everything…and it’s not about blood…it’s about who you would die for and who would die for you.A group of orphaned teens come together after one of them witness a murder and another is adopted by the murderer. They set off on a mission to rescue her, but soon discover she doesn’t want to be rescued. With the murderer one step ahead of them, they turn to an old friend. Entering a world of money, power, lies, and murder they realize they’re in way over their head. While trying to get out they dig themselves even deeper into this new world. Soon they are all in and they have everything they have ever wanted…a family, but can they survive the Garrisons, the richest and most powerful New Orleans crime family.
XO,
MJMonstrous Men: A Garrison Family Saga
A twisted Family story that defies the odds in a world of crime.Family is everything…and it’s not about blood…it’s about who you would die for and who would die for you.A group of orphaned teens come together after one of them witness a murder and another is adopted by the murderer. They set off on a mission to rescue her, but soon discover she doesn’t want to be rescued. With the murderer one step ahead of them, they turn to an old friend. Entering a world of money, power, lies, and murder they realize they’re in way over their head. While trying to get out they dig themselves even deeper into this new world. Soon they are all in and they have everything they have ever wanted…a family, but can they survive the Garrisons, the richest and most powerful New Orleans crime family.
March 25, 2020
Free books
I just wanted everyone to know that right now you can go to my website at mjboshers.com and get all my books for free. Just click on the free pdf download under each book. You can even download my newest book Monstrous Men! I wanted to do something for everyone during these crazy times and even though it isn't much, I hope I can bring a little bit of joy to some of you. Thank you and be safe out there!
XO, MJ
XO, MJ
March 12, 2020
Poetry Collection
If you like poetry, you can check out my Chapters in the creative writing section link below.
https://www.goodreads.com/story/list/...
Darkness Lingers
I'm a tortured soul confined outside my dreams
Every day I wake it seems
Visions of a love that doesn't exist
A passion withered, denied love's first kiss
I try to grab an outstretched hand
But only sink further into the sand
Time or the devil ticks the clock
When I wake all is forgot
But when I can turn the devil's hand
Back to when love never began
I shall finally witness unmistakable bliss
When the darkness lingers with love's first kiss.
***
You can hit the like button or comment on the poems at the bottom of each one. I'd love to hear from you. XOXO,
MJ
https://www.goodreads.com/story/list/...
Darkness Lingers
I'm a tortured soul confined outside my dreams
Every day I wake it seems
Visions of a love that doesn't exist
A passion withered, denied love's first kiss
I try to grab an outstretched hand
But only sink further into the sand
Time or the devil ticks the clock
When I wake all is forgot
But when I can turn the devil's hand
Back to when love never began
I shall finally witness unmistakable bliss
When the darkness lingers with love's first kiss.
***
You can hit the like button or comment on the poems at the bottom of each one. I'd love to hear from you. XOXO,
MJ
Update
Just wanted everyone to know that Vicious will be out Summer of 2020! Can't wait to get this to you guys. The Garrison Family Saga continues and digs a little deeper into the lives of the women in the Family. Don't you worry, I don't leave out the men. They get in plenty of trouble too. If you haven't read Monstrous Men yet you can get it now on amazon or Books-a-Million.
On The Faewitch Series you can get both books on Audible now! Check it out if you want to dive into a different kind of faerytale. I also made a playlist that is to die for so go to https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0WG... and check it out!
On The Faewitch Series you can get both books on Audible now! Check it out if you want to dive into a different kind of faerytale. I also made a playlist that is to die for so go to https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0WG... and check it out!
March 30, 2019
Update
Hey guys! Just wanted to give an update on the new series. A Garrison Family Saga will be out probably by late fall. I am really excited about all the books coming soon. Thanks to all of the fans who support my work.
I also just wanted to say that I am about to start reading a new series called the Discovery of Witches series. Has anyone read it? I've heard a lot of good things about this series and cannot wait to dive into it. Looking forward to your thoughts!
XOXO,
MJ
I also just wanted to say that I am about to start reading a new series called the Discovery of Witches series. Has anyone read it? I've heard a lot of good things about this series and cannot wait to dive into it. Looking forward to your thoughts!
XOXO,
MJ
January 19, 2019
New Book
Hey guys,
Happy 2019! I just wanted to give y'all a heads up on my newest book, "Bodylutions". I wrote this book with four amazing women. Written by: Tonya Hughes, Cindy Shaneyfelt, Shena Coley, Dorothy Stephenson, and MJ Boshers.
Look for it next week on amazon.com/author/mjboshers.com
Bodylutions is about five women who take a trip to write a book together, but find it may be harder than they think. The town's spooky vibe and a series of weird occurrences have them thinking they are in way over their heads. They have to get passed the town's history to sit down and have five round table discussions to finish this book on balancing the body, mind, and soul. They will have the adventure of a lifetime, but will they let the tragic past of this town send them packing or will they get passed the distractions to finish what they came to do.
Happy 2019! I just wanted to give y'all a heads up on my newest book, "Bodylutions". I wrote this book with four amazing women. Written by: Tonya Hughes, Cindy Shaneyfelt, Shena Coley, Dorothy Stephenson, and MJ Boshers.
Look for it next week on amazon.com/author/mjboshers.com
Bodylutions is about five women who take a trip to write a book together, but find it may be harder than they think. The town's spooky vibe and a series of weird occurrences have them thinking they are in way over their heads. They have to get passed the town's history to sit down and have five round table discussions to finish this book on balancing the body, mind, and soul. They will have the adventure of a lifetime, but will they let the tragic past of this town send them packing or will they get passed the distractions to finish what they came to do.
October 2, 2018
Guardian of the Queen
Get the Guardian of the Queen on Amazon today. The third book in The Faewitch Series will leave you breathless.Guardian of the Queen
August 27, 2018
Author Academy Awards
Exciting news!
The Faewitch made the finals for the 2018 Author Academy Awards. Oct 26th I go to Columbus Ohio for the awards ceremony. Thank you to all who voted so far, but I need the votes to keep coming so tell all your friends to go vote for The Faewitch for fantasy genre at https://authoracademyawards.com/
XOXO,
MJ
The Faewitch made the finals for the 2018 Author Academy Awards. Oct 26th I go to Columbus Ohio for the awards ceremony. Thank you to all who voted so far, but I need the votes to keep coming so tell all your friends to go vote for The Faewitch for fantasy genre at https://authoracademyawards.com/
XOXO,
MJ
May 23, 2018
Book Signing
Hey guys!
Just want to let you know that I will be having a book signing at Barnes and Noble- The Summit
Birmingham Al on June 9th at 6pm. Hope you guys can make it. Can't wait to talk about The Faewitch Series and what is next. More dates for events to come so go to mjboshers.com and check them out.
XOXO,
MJ
Just want to let you know that I will be having a book signing at Barnes and Noble- The Summit
Birmingham Al on June 9th at 6pm. Hope you guys can make it. Can't wait to talk about The Faewitch Series and what is next. More dates for events to come so go to mjboshers.com and check them out.
XOXO,
MJ
April 4, 2018
Is it hard to become an author?
Is it hard to become an author? 
That is the most often question I got after publishing my first novel. When I am asked this I don't like to discourage those who wish to become an author, especially kids. So I go with a short, but sweet answer. "If you can see it...you can do it."
That is as sweet as I can say it because...yeah...it is freaking hard! I am speaking from a self-publishing point of view, but I don't believe either would be considered easy.
It takes a lot of time, dedication, and patience to be an author so buckle up if you are dreaming of becoming an author in today's incredibly merciless industry that is publishing.
Don't let me scare you though...because there are ways to make the self-publishing route easier.
Here are a few things I wish someone would have told me before I started writing my first novel.
1. Marketing and Editing Budget: Have a marketing budget in mind before your book is complete, traditional or self-publish. Save while you are writing the novel so that when it is finished you can edit and market right away. This will save you valuable time and trust me that marketing and editing is not cheap. http://blog.bookbaby.com/2018/03/your-book-needs-editing-design-and-marketing-author-services/
2. Time Management: This is crucial! Manage your time or you will find yourself overwhelmed more than anything else. If you are like most self-publishing authors out there you have a day job. After all, you have to pay the bills. Don't fret, this doesn't mean your dream is doomed, but it might take longer to get it done. You can easily manage your time to get the job done. Just figure out how much time you are willing to devote for your writing and go from there. This one is a tuffy for a lot of authors with families and full-time jobs, but it can be done. Here are a few time management tips.
http://blog.bookbaby.com/2016/07/write-your-book-using-the-time-blocking-method/
https://selfpublishingformula.com/episode-100/
3. Blockers: Do not listen to anyone who constantly tries to block your way. This one gets me a lot. Do what is best for you to make this dream of yours come true. Nobody else is doing the work and nobody else is putting in the time.
If you think this may be an issue at any time I suggest you follow Mel Robbins for support on this issue.
https://melrobbins.com/blog/
4. Social Media: Grow your followers now, before the book is finished. Talk it up, join writing groups, get ideas, and follow fellow authors. Treat it like a business...because it is.
http://blog.bookbaby.com/2017/01/six-social-media-marketing-tips-first-time-authors/
5. Branding: This one, I have to admit, I didn't think anything about until here recently and now I am totally regretting it. You have to think of yourself as a trusted brand people will want to use again and again. So start thinking about how you want to be branded. Don't know what the heck I am talking about? Here are a few sites to help with that.
https://www.thecreativepenn.com/2017/11/10/authentic-author-brand/
https://justpublishingadvice.com/brand-yourself-not-your-book/
https://www.jessicalemmon.com/blog/2018/1/28/author-branding-who-are-you-really
I hope this article has been helpful to a few who are just getting out there for the first time. These were just a few things that I wish someone had told me before I started my first novel.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to leave a comment or contact me. I would love to help or guide you to someone who can.
XOXO,
MJ
That is the most often question I got after publishing my first novel. When I am asked this I don't like to discourage those who wish to become an author, especially kids. So I go with a short, but sweet answer. "If you can see it...you can do it."
That is as sweet as I can say it because...yeah...it is freaking hard! I am speaking from a self-publishing point of view, but I don't believe either would be considered easy.
It takes a lot of time, dedication, and patience to be an author so buckle up if you are dreaming of becoming an author in today's incredibly merciless industry that is publishing.
Don't let me scare you though...because there are ways to make the self-publishing route easier.
Here are a few things I wish someone would have told me before I started writing my first novel.
1. Marketing and Editing Budget: Have a marketing budget in mind before your book is complete, traditional or self-publish. Save while you are writing the novel so that when it is finished you can edit and market right away. This will save you valuable time and trust me that marketing and editing is not cheap. http://blog.bookbaby.com/2018/03/your-book-needs-editing-design-and-marketing-author-services/
2. Time Management: This is crucial! Manage your time or you will find yourself overwhelmed more than anything else. If you are like most self-publishing authors out there you have a day job. After all, you have to pay the bills. Don't fret, this doesn't mean your dream is doomed, but it might take longer to get it done. You can easily manage your time to get the job done. Just figure out how much time you are willing to devote for your writing and go from there. This one is a tuffy for a lot of authors with families and full-time jobs, but it can be done. Here are a few time management tips.
http://blog.bookbaby.com/2016/07/write-your-book-using-the-time-blocking-method/
https://selfpublishingformula.com/episode-100/
3. Blockers: Do not listen to anyone who constantly tries to block your way. This one gets me a lot. Do what is best for you to make this dream of yours come true. Nobody else is doing the work and nobody else is putting in the time.
If you think this may be an issue at any time I suggest you follow Mel Robbins for support on this issue.
https://melrobbins.com/blog/
4. Social Media: Grow your followers now, before the book is finished. Talk it up, join writing groups, get ideas, and follow fellow authors. Treat it like a business...because it is.
http://blog.bookbaby.com/2017/01/six-social-media-marketing-tips-first-time-authors/
5. Branding: This one, I have to admit, I didn't think anything about until here recently and now I am totally regretting it. You have to think of yourself as a trusted brand people will want to use again and again. So start thinking about how you want to be branded. Don't know what the heck I am talking about? Here are a few sites to help with that.
https://www.thecreativepenn.com/2017/11/10/authentic-author-brand/
https://justpublishingadvice.com/brand-yourself-not-your-book/
https://www.jessicalemmon.com/blog/2018/1/28/author-branding-who-are-you-really
I hope this article has been helpful to a few who are just getting out there for the first time. These were just a few things that I wish someone had told me before I started my first novel.
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to leave a comment or contact me. I would love to help or guide you to someone who can.
XOXO,
MJ
