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Hi everyone! My name's DeeDee and I'm looking for people who'd like to read my book!

'Broken City' is set in the near future after a banking crisis and is told by, Deeta, the heroine. She lives in a tower block in the city with the rest of her tribe, forbidden to leave the safety of the building. Her best friend is Tom, but Tom is keeping secrets......

If you have any questions please ask! Thanks for listening!

Is it dystopian? Because I heart dystopian!!!

Not in the strictest sence Anagha, Deetas life is very restricted (She was born in the tower block and has never been outside of it) but she's restricted out of love, for her own safety, because it's too dangerous out side.

I 'm halfway through my third book, 'Fracture' and it has a much more dystopian feel to it, repressive dictators and such! It's the start of a series.

Yayy! I'm currently on a dystopian roll and I can't get enough!!

Anagha, are you playing with fire again??? I would have thought last time would have kept you on the straight and narrow!

LOL DeeDee!

Hi everyone! I've just had some lovely reviews and wanted to show them to you!


Started this book one day and had to finish it the next. The characters and plot are very believable especially as its set in the future. It is full of scenarios that I had previously thought of and it was interesting to see the way the author dealt with them. As the story started to come together ( in a very well thought out way) I was surprised by the whodunit. Which I liked.
The romance wasn't mushy or gushy. Which was also a plus for me.
Overall I really enjoyed this book and will certainly be reading more from this author. I would recommend this book to everyone as there is something there for all.

Hi dd I read about 40% last night I am really enjoying your book. I am enjoying it so much that I am off now for an early night with a big cup of tea and the rest of your book.

She later got back to say:

Finished it last night. Really enjoyed it. So didn’t see it coming.
Well done. I plan on doing a review at amazon. Probably later on today or tomorrow. I always feel I am rubbish at them so will have to have a think.
Was a really good book. Had some elements of things I have thought about should these events ever happen.
Thank you for a good read.

My fav character was Deeta but I also liked Ryder. My fav part was when things started to come together and you know who! I can understand why your cousin liked the handcuffed Adin it was a good part. I have talked about this book to my family and my mum is going to read, my daughter fancies it too.

Awwww those are some great reviews!! You should be soo proud! Congrats! :D

Thanks Anagha! I was so happy when I saw them! I've been grinning all day!!!

Hi everyone! I've had such a good week of sales! I just wanted to say thank you to everyone that has given me the chance!

I haven't bought it yet, but I'm planning to. So, you'll have even more sales. The story seems very interesting, by the way

Wow! Thank you so much Veronica!!!

Hi everyone! It's a lovely day here in England and I've sold some more books! Yay!

:) I just woke up here in Greece and I can't even open the windows, but I opened my pc, so I guess what I'm trying to say is good job girl. It will continue like that! :)

Thank you Veronica! Don't open the window! You let all that fresh air in! Is it a nice day there?

Not for our standards. The fall is coming. (I read to much A Game of Thrones :P) I need a hoodie now inside, but outside is warm.

But the internet connections no to good outside huh? I'm the same, sometimes I feel like my internet addiction is turning me into a hermit!!!

The cable from my router can't reach outside, otherwise I would be out. My reading addiction is turning me itno a hermit! :P

Well at least we'll have (virtual) company!!!

Yeas, that we will! :)

Hi everyone! I've just had a lovely review, this is what she said:


I'm fully engaged!

Tom has just come back to the compound ---

Drama has started ----

Damn---and I've go to leave for the day ----

This is the first book I'm actually reading on Kindle -- (but its 'light' ---fits in my bag easy --- I'll take it with me ---read when I sit for a little break.

I am out wedding-dress shopping with my daughter today ---(not for HER wedding THANK GOD).....lol ---but we each have 2 more weddings to attend this summer. This one is for her best friend. My daughter is in the wedding and giving the big hoo-hoo-silly party. (I don't get all the fuss)....but that's just me! (I'm still be a supportive mom) ---

but hope to sit and read part of this day.....lol

I'm thrilled to be reading D.D's first book! I still think she needs to fly here from England ---and visit! :)


*Original* debut, (tenacious interesting community)....entertaining.....written with exquisite grace! Satisfying -----with a touch of magic realist .....

Now----where can I get my hands on that electric car ---with no needed steering wheel --with a screen to pop up to select my destination?

Congrats to D.D. Chant! An author is born!!!





I'm soooooo happy!!!

Wow! Nice! You know what? I think you should go on a virtual book tour. Just an idea

Thanks Anagha! Erm....virtual book tour? I'm drawing a blank! Sorry I'm a bit of a technophobe! Can you explain?

Hi everyone! It's a new month! New months fill me with terror because my 'books you're sold this month' counter goes back to zero!

Hey D.d., you don't have to worry I'm sure you'll do great this month too. And besides even the most famous books don't have the same sales every month. There's always an up time and a down time.

Thank Veronica! Guess last month spoilt me!

Well I upped your count by 1 ... just bought it. I'm looking forward to reading it!
:)
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Thank you so much Danielle! I really hope you enjoy it! Thank you for taking a chance on me and my book!

D.d. wrote: "Thanks Anagha! Erm....virtual book tour? I'm drawing a blank! Sorry I'm a bit of a technophobe! Can you explain?"

I'm not a very good teacher, so here are two links:
http://www.squidoo.com/quickest-blogb...
http://thedabblingmum.com/writing/hos...
They basically say the same thing. It's not as hard as it sounds by the way, and if you have the money, you can always hire a publicist or tour hosting website to do the work for you (:

D.d. wrote: "Thanks Anagha! Erm....virtual book tour? I'm drawing a blank! Sorry I'm a bit of a technophobe! Can you explain?"

I'm not a very good teacher, so here are two links:
http://www.squidoo.com/quickest-blogb...
http://thedabblingmum.com/writing/hos...
They basically say the same thing. It's not as hard as it sounds by the way, and if you have the money, you can always hire a publicist or tour hosting website to do the work for you (:

Thanks Anagha! I'll look into it!

Hi everyone! I've just had a 5 star review! This is what Kew said:

This is the first book which has been written by the young author, DD Chant. Although she is young, there is a surprising maturity to her writing, so this book will appeal to older people as well as appealing to younger audiences who enjoy YA fiction. This is an enjoyable story set in the near future with romance and adventure - but not overblown. The romance is subtle and suitable for all. I particularly enjoyed her portrayal of the children. This is a light hearted and escapist read which does make some serious points too. I now look forward to her next book!

Wow, great! I hope you get more like this one in the future! :)

Thanks Veronica! I was thrilled to bits!

Hi everyone! I've been interviewed for someones blog!!! Hopefully I'll be able to post a link when it goes live!!!

D.d. wrote: "Hi everyone! I've been interviewed for someones blog!!! Hopefully I'll be able to post a link when it goes live!!!"

That's great! I'm looking forward to read your interviews. :)

Thanks Veronica, I'm so excited about it!

Hi everyone! I've just set up my first blog!!! Please it out and tell me what you think!

http://ddchant.blogspot.com

Can't wait to read the interview! I like the new blog! Followed it via GFC and email :)

Thanks Anagha!!! I was really nervous about it!

Hi everyone! My interview just went live!!! Please check it out: melcomley.blogspot.com

Haha commented on it I knew it would reflect YOU! I love it :)

Hey D.D. can you give me the link for broken city in smashwords. I sure I saw it somewhere but I'm bored to look for it! :)

Anagha wrote: "Haha commented on it I knew it would reflect YOU! I love it :)"

Thanks Anagha! So pleased! She's asked me to do another on my book!!! Can't believe it!

Veronica wrote: "Hey D.D. can you give me the link for broken city in smashwords. I sure I saw it somewhere but I'm bored to look for it! :)"

Sure thing Veronica! https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

D.d. wrote: "Veronica wrote: "Hey D.D. can you give me the link for broken city in smashwords. I sure I saw it somewhere but I'm bored to look for it! :)"

Sure thing Veronica! https://www.smashwords.com/books/..."

Thanks! I just got it. Can't wait to start it. :)

I can't wait to hear what you think!!!

Hi everyone! I just had the most AMAZING review!!!

This is what John said:

Oct 08, 2011 John Steiner

D.D. Chant captures the great themes one would otherwise expect from Machiavelli, Shakespeare and a bit of Steinbeck. In most post-apocalyptic stories the end came from some doomsday weapon or environmental cataclysm. Yet Chant decides that a few numbers on stock market boards and bank balance sheets are just as formidable weapons of mass destruction, and advances that concept into the story's environment, plot and characters rather well.

Furthermore, she an employs of a really excellent literary skill that I'm more than a wee envious of. Chant creates two distinct impressions of a character, one that's their real face and another that is conceived of in the mind of another character. From there she convinces the reader of one and to ignore the other, proving to me that the writer's pen is a tool of mind control.

The portrayal of single cityscape likewise is filled with seeming wholly different worlds, the appearance of and living within reflect the nature of the societies Chant crafts. Chant brilliantly employs economy of language to her witty dialogue, banter, slights and snide remarks between characters that brings forth laughs and efficiently paints the social environment of her scenes. I don't know if D.D. Chant studied the anthropological nature of clan based civilizations, but if she hasn't I find her tribal political framework of the novel that much more incredible.

While the story deals with tensions and armed conflict the story's timing and perspective deals primarily with the home front illustrating the strain of those holding down the fort and keeping the home fires burning. That not only those off to war feel the tribulations, but the people they return to also bear the burden.

Overall, in the years to come if this novel isn't being assigned in schools alongside classics like "The Good Earth" and "To Kill A Mockingbird" I would have to question the literary competency of the educational system.

D.d. wrote: "Anagha wrote: "Haha commented on it I knew it would reflect YOU! I love it :)"

Thanks Anagha! So pleased! She's asked me to do another on my book!!! Can't believe it!"

I'm not surprised! Your interview was so lighthearted and fun, I bet it got lots of comments!

D.d. wrote: "Hi everyone! I just had the most AMAZING review!!!

This is what John said:

Oct 08, 2011 John Steiner

D.D. Chant captures the great themes one would otherwise expect from Machiavelli, Sha..."

Shakespeare? Machiavelli? To Kill A Mockingbird? You should be partying right now! Awww now I HAVE to read this lol