Susan Hoddy's Blog

Meet and chat with award winning author Susan Hoddy at her latest book signing on the 6th January 2024, 11am at Paperbark Merchants Albany.

Susan will discuss her recent YA, Supernatural, Fantasy, Romance book – "The Two Axes", which is the first book in a series of three.

Copies of Susan’s book will be available for purchase and can be signed by her on the day.

About the book: -
Prepare to embark on an extraordinary adventure filled with supernatural powers, captivating action, and the richness of Māori culture in the "Legacies Academy - The Two Axes." This thrilling new supernatural fantasy book takes readers on a spellbinding journey through the mystical realms of New Zealand and France, where heirs to the throne discover their extraordinary destinies, and must learn to harness their powers while navigating the complexities of their heritage.

In this epic saga, readers will be introduced to a diverse cast of characters, each with their own unique gifts and powers. As the story unfolds, they will follow the remarkable journey of a young Demigod who finds himself at the prestigious Legacies Academy, a school that serves as a training ground for those who possess extraordinary abilities.

With non-stop action, heart-stopping battles, and unexpected alliances, the “Legacies Academy - The Two Axes" promises to keep readers on the edge of their seats. The book offers a perfect balance between pulse-pounding adventure and thought-provoking exploration of themes such as identity, friendship, and the weight of responsibility. Through the eyes of the protagonists, readers will witness the transformative power of self-discovery and the extraordinary lengths one can go to protect the ones they love.

Hello and welcome to my last newsletter/blog for 2023. This past year has been a busy one for me. I have self published a Daily Journal on Amazon, self published a fully illustrated children’s book ‘Going To The Beach’ & self published YA supernatural fantasy book ‘The Two Axes’, which entailed not only writing them, but also editing, formatting, approving illustrations, book cover approvals, printing, deliveries, etc., etc. Mostly, I just love the writing and editing process, especially when my creative juices get flowing. But what does take up a lot of my time is advertising, or what I call social media posts. Did you know that I am now on most social media platforms - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Goodreads, LinkedIn, oh and of course I have my own website www.susanhoddy.com to manage. Its all so time consuming, but that is the life of a self published author, and I love it.

I would like to thank; you, my readers, and my family and friends, and also the book stores who are currently stocking all my books; for all the support you have given me over the past year. Its always a happy moment when I get new order, or meet people at book signings. And an even better moment when I find a new review online.

Take care over the festive season, and enjoy your holidays and time with family and friends.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Best Regards
Susan

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*** "The Two Axes" Legacies Academy Series – Book One ***

Life Of An Author...

1st paperback proof of "The Two Axes" has been received and it needed a wee bit of tweaking before I can set it free into the world.
Today I have received the 2nd paperback proof and its perfect. Woohoo.

I have now placed a huge order of paperbacks with Ingram Spark. Looking forward to receiving them in a few weeks time, and signing all those copies for pre-orders from my readers.

If you haven't already done so, please visit my website www.susanhoddy.com to purchase a copy of "The Two Axes" or PM me to catch up and I can drop a copy over to you.

SOME EXCITING NEWS...

I entered my latest book called "The Two Axes" into the 2023 Wickham St George Book Cover Awards competition the other day, and guess what.... I won the SILVER award. I am so overjoyed with this and I wanted to thank Ammonia Book Covers for creating such a wonderful book cover for my novel. Thank you for the selecting me as one of your favourites Wickham St George Book Cover Awards.

Dymocks Morley
5th August 11am

Dymocks Ellenbrook
19th August 11am

Dymocks Hay Street
26th August 11am

Dymocks Midland
2nd September 11am

Thank you to everyone who entered my competition to WIN a copy of 'Going To The Beach - The Adventures Of Georgia and Cash'. As I had on overwhelming response to the competition, I have decided to give away the fully illustrated Childrens books to two entries.

And the WINNERS are...

Drum Roll Please...

Penny Wiltshire
Melinda Addis

I will be e-mailing you both today for your address so that I can send the book to you.

TWO MORE DAYS TO GO AND WINNER WILL BE DRAWN

Competition closes 30th June. So get your entries in now to WIN a paperback copy of 'Going To The Beach'. Fill in the Contact Us form on my website.
https://susanhoddy.com/contact/

Today, I would like to give homage to my Childrens book illustrator Illustrator Arti, for the wonderful book covers and illustrations you have created for me, "Louie The Lost Lorikeet" & "Our Visit To Playgroup" & “Going To The Beach”. I have had many readers, parents, grandparents, children, daycare, schools and bookstores, who have said to me that they love the colorful pages in each book and that your attention to detail is awesome.

Coming along to my next four book signings in August/September 2023 at 11am.

Dymocks Morley 5th August
Dymocks Ellenbrook 19th August
Dymocks Hay Street 26th August
Dymocks Midland 2nd September

Get your copy of "Going To The Beach" signed.

Best Regards
Susan