Aleatha Romig's Blog - Posts Tagged "romance"
Obsessed!
I admit I have a problem. It is a good problem, CONSEQUENCES is finding an audience. It is selling and my Kindle Sales Rank is moving. Here is my problem. I want to know where it is every minute. Thanks to the wonders of smart phones I can access the number from anywhere! That is not good when I'm working (Yes, I hope my wonderful boss doesn't read this) or driving (never, that's not legal in Indiana) or standing in line at the grocery store.
I have tried to show restraint.
Being that Consequences is about a psychological roller coaster... I find it funny that I ride one too. Not even close to the trauma experienced by Claire. My roller coaster is from expectations. When Consequences was released in August of 2011, I was happy if the sales rank stayed in the 100K range. It started in the 1M, hoovered around 300K, then slowly descended into the 100K. Then I would be excited to be under 100K... time passes. As recently as a week or so ago I was thrilled to finally penetrate the 10K mark.
Recently, CONSEQUENCES fell (or in actuality rose) to 4200! That is amazing! And since my publisher doesn't tell me sales #'s I really don't know what it means... but it is GOOD! No, to paraphrase Tony (the tiger not Rawlings) it's GREAT!
So why does seeing 5,000 (Amazon updates the ranking every 2 hours, so flucation is constant) make me pout? Truly that is fantastic.
Someday maybe I'll develop a thicker skin and learn not to obsess. But, today isn't someday. So thank you all for making my obsession something I can smile about! I am loving this emotional roller coaster.
Just think, in two more months I'll have two books to obsess over. I can't wait for TRUTH!
I have tried to show restraint.
Being that Consequences is about a psychological roller coaster... I find it funny that I ride one too. Not even close to the trauma experienced by Claire. My roller coaster is from expectations. When Consequences was released in August of 2011, I was happy if the sales rank stayed in the 100K range. It started in the 1M, hoovered around 300K, then slowly descended into the 100K. Then I would be excited to be under 100K... time passes. As recently as a week or so ago I was thrilled to finally penetrate the 10K mark.
Recently, CONSEQUENCES fell (or in actuality rose) to 4200! That is amazing! And since my publisher doesn't tell me sales #'s I really don't know what it means... but it is GOOD! No, to paraphrase Tony (the tiger not Rawlings) it's GREAT!
So why does seeing 5,000 (Amazon updates the ranking every 2 hours, so flucation is constant) make me pout? Truly that is fantastic.
Someday maybe I'll develop a thicker skin and learn not to obsess. But, today isn't someday. So thank you all for making my obsession something I can smile about! I am loving this emotional roller coaster.
Just think, in two more months I'll have two books to obsess over. I can't wait for TRUTH!
Emotion!
I love... LOVE all the reviews and comments from CONSEQUENCES readers. I truly try to read every one of them! What amazes and thrills me is the depth of emotion people feel for my characters. Claire Nichols and Tony Rawlings came to life in my head and screamed to get out! I love them both in so different ways!
Writing CONSEQUENCES I wanted more than anything to portray Claire as a strong individual in unbelievable horrific circumstances. It's easy to sit back in our bed or on our couch and read about her awful life and say "get out...leave" tell me, where would she go? Where could she go that Anthony's wealth and influence couldn't find her?
I don't want to give too much away... but I do want to say, I NEVER intended for her to appear weak. She stands up to him in her own way... in a way, few, if any, others do or can...
However, it thrills me to read that someone is so upset with her decisions they want to throw their book or Kindle across the room (please don't). That is an amazing compliment... my characters evoke emotion. One reader called CONSEQUENCES an Emotional Thriller! Another and Emotional Roller coaster! That is wonderful... LOVE Anthony Rawlings - or - hate Anthony Rawlings... the fact you have internalized him and Claire are enough for me. But then again, I know the TRUTH. ;)
In a very short time you can too. I believe CONSEQUENCES is a puzzle... it is up to the reader to "put it together"... TRUTH is a game and it's coming together... CONVICTED (due out in late 13 or early 14) will ... (guess we need to wait to find out!) Thank you for your strong emotions! Please keep spreading the word! We want everyone ready for the TRUTH!
Writing CONSEQUENCES I wanted more than anything to portray Claire as a strong individual in unbelievable horrific circumstances. It's easy to sit back in our bed or on our couch and read about her awful life and say "get out...leave" tell me, where would she go? Where could she go that Anthony's wealth and influence couldn't find her?
I don't want to give too much away... but I do want to say, I NEVER intended for her to appear weak. She stands up to him in her own way... in a way, few, if any, others do or can...
However, it thrills me to read that someone is so upset with her decisions they want to throw their book or Kindle across the room (please don't). That is an amazing compliment... my characters evoke emotion. One reader called CONSEQUENCES an Emotional Thriller! Another and Emotional Roller coaster! That is wonderful... LOVE Anthony Rawlings - or - hate Anthony Rawlings... the fact you have internalized him and Claire are enough for me. But then again, I know the TRUTH. ;)
In a very short time you can too. I believe CONSEQUENCES is a puzzle... it is up to the reader to "put it together"... TRUTH is a game and it's coming together... CONVICTED (due out in late 13 or early 14) will ... (guess we need to wait to find out!) Thank you for your strong emotions! Please keep spreading the word! We want everyone ready for the TRUTH!
Need for Therapy
By now most of you have read or quoted this famous review of CONSEQUENCES which appeared on Amazon: I think I need therapy after reading this book
Summary: This story is powerful. It's deeply moving and very emotional. And, it's completely horrific. So, on one hand, it deserves five stars for being so good, but on the other hand, I might sleep better if I had just passed this one by. So, I am rating it 4 stars... because I did like the story even while I hated it. And, I will read the sequel, because I need to know good will triumph over evil...
Well, I started thinking... when does one believe they're in need of therapy and why? I did what everyone else does when they have a question - I Googled it!
According to Therapy and Counseling.Org people often seek counseling when they are overwhelmed and stressed due to various life circumstances. Sometimes they have had recent or past life traumas, such as abuse, loss, illness or accidents. Many times they begin therapy following a crisis, something that has turned their world upside down, like the addiction of a loved one, adultery, or witnessing a violent incident. It could be a feeling of aloneness and just wanting someone to listen and care.
Here is my question: Can a book bring out those feelings in someone?
and if it does... Is that bad? or Does it mean you're human - with the capacity to love, lust, hate, hurt and rejoice outside of yourself?
IF it is the former... doesn't that mean you’ve received a gift? I mean, sometimes real life gets tough. Sometimes it is amazing - but sometimes a break from reality is wonderful. Now if that "break" infiltrates your dreams at night and your thoughts during the day - isn't that a testimony to the author?
I recently experienced that with a series I read... and while worn out - I'm grateful.
BUT - more than that, I'm honored that so many of my readers have experienced these strong emotions while reading my CONSEQUENCES SERIES
Talking and sharing is always a bonus... so spread the word - tell your friends to read! Remember, misery loves company! And be sure to check out The Consequences Series: Group Reads, Group Therapy & Group Hugs! http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/83457 There are some great people who will listen and give you virtual hugs!
In the meantime, know your comments of joy, frustration, irritation, triumph and elation have been a gift! Please keep them coming... and tell the world to read my series! And I will continue to teeter on sanity - after all, if I really sought therapy and Tony disappeared from my thoughts and dreams... CONVICTED would never make it to your e-reader! I promise to avoid counseling until it is published!
Summary: This story is powerful. It's deeply moving and very emotional. And, it's completely horrific. So, on one hand, it deserves five stars for being so good, but on the other hand, I might sleep better if I had just passed this one by. So, I am rating it 4 stars... because I did like the story even while I hated it. And, I will read the sequel, because I need to know good will triumph over evil...
Well, I started thinking... when does one believe they're in need of therapy and why? I did what everyone else does when they have a question - I Googled it!
According to Therapy and Counseling.Org people often seek counseling when they are overwhelmed and stressed due to various life circumstances. Sometimes they have had recent or past life traumas, such as abuse, loss, illness or accidents. Many times they begin therapy following a crisis, something that has turned their world upside down, like the addiction of a loved one, adultery, or witnessing a violent incident. It could be a feeling of aloneness and just wanting someone to listen and care.
Here is my question: Can a book bring out those feelings in someone?
and if it does... Is that bad? or Does it mean you're human - with the capacity to love, lust, hate, hurt and rejoice outside of yourself?
IF it is the former... doesn't that mean you’ve received a gift? I mean, sometimes real life gets tough. Sometimes it is amazing - but sometimes a break from reality is wonderful. Now if that "break" infiltrates your dreams at night and your thoughts during the day - isn't that a testimony to the author?
I recently experienced that with a series I read... and while worn out - I'm grateful.
BUT - more than that, I'm honored that so many of my readers have experienced these strong emotions while reading my CONSEQUENCES SERIES
Talking and sharing is always a bonus... so spread the word - tell your friends to read! Remember, misery loves company! And be sure to check out The Consequences Series: Group Reads, Group Therapy & Group Hugs! http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/83457 There are some great people who will listen and give you virtual hugs!
In the meantime, know your comments of joy, frustration, irritation, triumph and elation have been a gift! Please keep them coming... and tell the world to read my series! And I will continue to teeter on sanity - after all, if I really sought therapy and Tony disappeared from my thoughts and dreams... CONVICTED would never make it to your e-reader! I promise to avoid counseling until it is published!
It's Official! CONVICTED
Hi Everyone...
As of tonight, I have Official information on CONVICTED!!!
I'm so excited to share!
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Cover Reveal- September 1
Release Day - October 8th
Mark your calendars...The third book in the Consequences Series...CONVICTED is coming!!!! TruthConsequences
A limited amount of ARC's will be available...for more information check out Talk Supe Book Blog, who with Hardcover Therapy Book Blog, will be coordinating the Release Blitz! Please join the fun...let's tell the world...
CONVICTED is coming...October 8th!
http://www.talkingsupe.com/2013/08/co...
As of tonight, I have Official information on CONVICTED!!!
I'm so excited to share!
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/>Cover Reveal- September 1
Release Day - October 8th
Mark your calendars...The third book in the Consequences Series...CONVICTED is coming!!!! TruthConsequences
A limited amount of ARC's will be available...for more information check out Talk Supe Book Blog, who with Hardcover Therapy Book Blog, will be coordinating the Release Blitz! Please join the fun...let's tell the world...
CONVICTED is coming...October 8th!
http://www.talkingsupe.com/2013/08/co...
TRIVIA TIME
Fun bit of trivia....
I can't write short books.
The BHE companions were supposed to be novellas. A novella by definition is 40,000 words or less. BHE Consequences is 62,156, BHE TRUTH is 74,110, and I just finished BHE Convicted: The Missing Years...ready...96,582!!!
Now, keep in mind those still pale in comparison to my original series:
CONSEQUENCES was 165,000, TRUTH was 195,000 and CONVICTED was 172,000.
Look at it this way...when you buy my books, you get your moneys worth!!!
I can't write short books.
The BHE companions were supposed to be novellas. A novella by definition is 40,000 words or less. BHE Consequences is 62,156, BHE TRUTH is 74,110, and I just finished BHE Convicted: The Missing Years...ready...96,582!!!
Now, keep in mind those still pale in comparison to my original series:
CONSEQUENCES was 165,000, TRUTH was 195,000 and CONVICTED was 172,000.
Look at it this way...when you buy my books, you get your moneys worth!!!
Behind His Eyes Convicted:THE MISSING YEARS is live on B & N!!
**BREAKING NEWS***
Behind His Eyes Convicted: THE MISSING YEARS is LIVE on B & N!!!
http://bit.ly/RPHGtw
Behind His Eyes Convicted: THE MISSING YEARS is LIVE on B & N!!!
http://bit.ly/RPHGtw
Release Day
Behind His Eyes Convicted: THE MISSING YEARS is now LIVE!!!
I'm so excited for everyone to read this full-length novel, the new BOOK #4 of the Consequences Series.
It is the final piece to the Consequences puzzle. I must admit that writing THE END was difficult to do. I will miss Tony and Claire and the other amazing characters in my made up world. However, I will rest easier knowing that you have all joined me on this amazing journey.
Please know that without you...Consequences would have been a standalone book! OMG. Thank you for not letting me leave it that way!!
Amazon: http://amzn.to/1kkm0Of
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/Sdvtz5
iBooks: http://bit.ly/1iHrEfI
B & N: http://bit.ly/RPHGtw
I'm so excited for everyone to read this full-length novel, the new BOOK #4 of the Consequences Series.
It is the final piece to the Consequences puzzle. I must admit that writing THE END was difficult to do. I will miss Tony and Claire and the other amazing characters in my made up world. However, I will rest easier knowing that you have all joined me on this amazing journey.
Please know that without you...Consequences would have been a standalone book! OMG. Thank you for not letting me leave it that way!!
Amazon: http://amzn.to/1kkm0Of
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/Sdvtz5
iBooks: http://bit.ly/1iHrEfI
B & N: http://bit.ly/RPHGtw
bhe convicted THE MISSING YEARS IS a NEW STORY
I realize that there is a trend to "rewrite" stories from another POV and the story is essentially the same. I promise that is not the case with Behind His Eyes Convicted: THE MISSING YEARS (Way too long of a title...but I was stuck with my ISBN#...that's another story)
THE MISSING YEARS is everything you only "heard" about in Convicted told through the important men in Claire's life. It is a full-length novel that spans the 2 missing years and into Tony and Claire's future.
I want to shout it from the roof tops.
"This is not the same story!! Please read!!"
I will admit that writing this book was hard. I didn't want to go to some of the places I went, but I did. And now that it's done, I SO want everyone who read Convicted to read this.
You do NOT need to have read the other companions. This is NOT a companion. It is book #4.
And here's a secret...it will be rereleased with a new one word title and an new cover in about a month. At that time the price will go to $4.99 to match Truth and Convicted, because, yes, it's that good and that complete.
So...with that knowledge...jump on board NOW and get the "long title version" of Behind His Eyes Convicted: THE MISSING YEARS for only $3.99.
This is the book you MUST have after Convicted!!!
Amazon: http://amzn.to/1kkm0Of
iBooks: http://bit.ly/1iHrEfI
B & N: http://bit.ly/RPHGtw
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/RRofR3
Kobo: http://bit.ly/1n0uyvu
THE MISSING YEARS is everything you only "heard" about in Convicted told through the important men in Claire's life. It is a full-length novel that spans the 2 missing years and into Tony and Claire's future.
I want to shout it from the roof tops.
"This is not the same story!! Please read!!"
I will admit that writing this book was hard. I didn't want to go to some of the places I went, but I did. And now that it's done, I SO want everyone who read Convicted to read this.
You do NOT need to have read the other companions. This is NOT a companion. It is book #4.
And here's a secret...it will be rereleased with a new one word title and an new cover in about a month. At that time the price will go to $4.99 to match Truth and Convicted, because, yes, it's that good and that complete.
So...with that knowledge...jump on board NOW and get the "long title version" of Behind His Eyes Convicted: THE MISSING YEARS for only $3.99.
This is the book you MUST have after Convicted!!!
Amazon: http://amzn.to/1kkm0Of
iBooks: http://bit.ly/1iHrEfI
B & N: http://bit.ly/RPHGtw
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/RRofR3
Kobo: http://bit.ly/1n0uyvu
Secret...coming
Will you be seeing me at Book Bash in Orlando on June 28th or in Edinburgh, Scotland on July 4th??
The first 250 people at my table at each signing will receive a sneak peek at something that is my new secret!!!
So, if you can be there...don't miss my table!!!
See you soon!!! Shhhh it's a secret!!!
The first 250 people at my table at each signing will receive a sneak peek at something that is my new secret!!!
So, if you can be there...don't miss my table!!!
See you soon!!! Shhhh it's a secret!!!
FREE FOR THE 1ST TIME
CONSEQUENCES is FREE for the first time ever!!!
I did what I said I'd never do! I put Consequences on FREE for a temporary amount of time!
If you haven't met Tony and Claire...now is your chance!
Not only is Consequences FREE, I reduced TRUTH, book #2, from $4.99 to $2.99. So...this is your chance to begin the Consequences journey!!
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Remember...all actions have Consequences...one click for FREE today!
iBooks http://apple.co/1GtgMNH Kindle: http://amzn.to/1lSDxA6
B&N: http://bit.ly/Rm0bFA
Kobo : http://bit.ly/1sug4FN
Print: http://amzn.to/1q8JJDM
I did what I said I'd never do! I put Consequences on FREE for a temporary amount of time!
If you haven't met Tony and Claire...now is your chance!
Not only is Consequences FREE, I reduced TRUTH, book #2, from $4.99 to $2.99. So...this is your chance to begin the Consequences journey!!
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/>Remember...all actions have Consequences...one click for FREE today!
iBooks http://apple.co/1GtgMNH Kindle: http://amzn.to/1lSDxA6
B&N: http://bit.ly/Rm0bFA
Kobo : http://bit.ly/1sug4FN
Print: http://amzn.to/1q8JJDM
