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Wednesday, February 3, 2016

IWSG - THANK YOU!

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IWSG – February 2016

Despite reading that Cover Reveals are on their way out because folks are tired of seeing the same announcement numerous times (understandable) I ventured forth with one for my latest release.



I've waited for over a year to see Murder & Obsession hit the shelves, and I was beginning to believe it would never happen. But on Monday, the email arrived and the whole world changed. Murder & Obsession will be released on March 10th with new cover for all three books.


And then another email arrived and the IWSG Anthology Parallels: Felix Was Here cover was ready. My story Ever-Ton won a place. Wow, too cool. So while I still have insecurities galore - I'm celebrating good news.

I was over the moon by the response of blogging friends who wanted to help. Totally blown away! Therefore, this post is to say thank you to all of you for your amazing friendship and help in making the cover reveal the kind of announcement all writers dream of! Amazing!

THANK YOU!

Clare Dugmore  ~ Denise Covey  ~ Robyn Campbell ~ C Lee McKenzie
Stuart R West ~ Guilie Costello-Oriard ~ Chrys Fey ~ Ann Noser
Christine Rains ~ Lexa Cain ~ N R Williams ~ Stephen Tremp
Elephant's Child ~ Nilanjana Bose ~ Bish Denham ~ Alex J. Cavanaugh
Donna Hole ~ Tara Tyler ~ T B Markinson ~ Elizabeth Seckman
Nancy Lynn Jarvis – Julie Press Simmons – L G Keltner ~ Michael Di Gesu
Damyanti Biswas – Gary Pennick - Tyrean Martinson - Hart Johnson

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Almost forgot!


Be sure to thank the co-hosts

Allison Gammons, Tamara Narayan, Eva E. Solar, Rachel Pattison, and Ann V. Friend! 


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56 comments:

  1. EvaFebruary 3, 2016 at 1:27 AM

    Looks like you have tons to celebrate! Congratulations! :D I'd be more than happy to do a cover reveal for you. You're on a roll and deserve to be over the moon. Happy February and let me know what you need. Hugs, Eva. IWSG Co-host http://lilicasplace.wordpress.com

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:13 PM

      Hi Eva,
      Thank you! You're wonderful to offer, and I'll definitely take you up on it!

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  2. Alex J. CavanaughFebruary 3, 2016 at 7:42 AM

    You're on a roll! Looking forward to hosting you and spreading the word about the IWSG anthology.

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:13 PM

      Thanks, Alex,
      I look forward to coming up with something snarky! :)

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  3. Rachna ChhabriaFebruary 3, 2016 at 9:14 AM

    Way to go Yolanda. Congrats!! I love the cover, the title and the blurb. Have added your book to my TBR pile.

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  4. Christine RainsFebruary 3, 2016 at 10:38 AM

    I've been seeing you everywhere! :)

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  5. Tamara NarayanFebruary 3, 2016 at 10:47 AM

    Congrats on the new covers. They look fantastic.

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:16 PM

      Thanks Tamara,
      The CQ team did a beautiful job, as did the Anthology team!

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  6. Mark KoopmansFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:11 AM

    Hey Yolanda, if there's any room left on your book release help list, please add me on there. Sorry I missed responding to the original request, but I'd love to help:)

    Best wishes, Mark:)

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:16 PM

      Hi Mark,
      No problem, I'll hit you up for the book tour for sure! :)

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  7. Pat GarciaFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:18 AM

    Hi Yolanda,
    Congratulations on your new covers and also for your inclusion in the IWSG Anthology.
    Shalom,
    Patricia

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:17 PM

      Hi Pat,
      Thanks, I've been truly blessed this year!

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  8. L. Diane WolfeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:30 AM

    Congrats on the new covers. I've seen them everywhere this week.

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  9. Chrys FeyFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:52 AM

    You're so welcome, Yolanda. It was the least I could do compared to what you've done for me. And you deserve the attention. :)

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:18 PM

      Chrys, thanks, I love having you as a critique partner. You're a joy to work with!

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  10. L.G. KeltnerFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:53 AM

    I'm definitely excited for you! And for both of us for being in the IWSG anthology together! Congratulations!

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:19 PM

      Hi L G,
      I'm honored to be in a book with you. You are an amazing writer!

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  11. Sandra CoxFebruary 3, 2016 at 12:10 PM

    Love both covers! Kudos on Ever-Ton. I'm anxious to read it!

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:20 PM

      Hey Sandra, I'm excited to read you entry, Rainers. Love the blurb!

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  12. Julie FlandersFebruary 3, 2016 at 12:10 PM

    Wow your new banner at the top of the blog looks fantastic!!! The trilogy is just amazing - so happy for you. You've deserved all this excitement and more. Yay!

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:21 PM

      Thanks Julie,
      The banner is cool, isn't it. Love the design work of CQ!

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  13. Mina BurrowsFebruary 3, 2016 at 12:50 PM

    So excited for you about both covers! Excellent! Congrats on all your success. Let me know if you need any additional posts. I'd be happy to help. :)

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:21 PM

      Thanks Mina,
      I'll take you up on the offer. Very cool!

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  14. UnknownFebruary 3, 2016 at 1:23 PM

    Seeing that cover makes me so excited!!! Congratulations on your other book!

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:22 PM

      Hi Melanie,

      It is exciting isn't it. I can't wait to read your entry, Haunted!

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  15. Madeline Mora-SummonteFebruary 3, 2016 at 1:25 PM

    Great covers all around! Congrats! :)

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  16. cleemckenzieFebruary 3, 2016 at 1:35 PM

    You did a great job! I was pleased to have you on my blog.

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:23 PM

      Thanks, Lee,
      I had fun seeing the book all over the blogosphere! My minute of fame. :)

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  17. Hart JohnsonFebruary 3, 2016 at 1:43 PM

    Oh, I like it! And congratulations!!!

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:24 PM

      Thanks Hart,
      I can't wait to read your entry, The Seventeen - love that title!

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  18. UnknownFebruary 3, 2016 at 2:25 PM

    Woohoo! I'm so excited for you! Congrats on all the great stuff happening - you deserve it! :)

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  19. Laura ClipsonFebruary 3, 2016 at 3:30 PM

    Congrats to everything! Looking forward to reading it all :)

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  20. Cathrina ConstantineFebruary 3, 2016 at 4:51 PM

    Congratulations on your book. And I Love the Cover!!!!!!!

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  21. Denise Covey February 3, 2016 at 5:10 PM

    It is definitely your year, Yolanda! So much hard work is being rewarded. Those three books do look stunning! And how nice of you to thank everyone who took part in the cover reveal. Not often done. I love good manners and appreciation! I hope you've started a trend!

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    1. Yolanda RenéeFebruary 3, 2016 at 11:28 PM

      Hi Denise,
      Thanks, it's been great so far. I was so shocked by the response. Mainly because I heard the news on Monday, asked for help on Tuesday, and by Friday the world knew. Amazing! Thanks again, for all your help!

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  22. Olga GodimFebruary 3, 2016 at 6:10 PM

    Congrats, Yolanda. I'm happy for you. Great covers, both of them.

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  23. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyFebruary 3, 2016 at 6:12 PM

    A big congrats!! I really liked Ever-Ton. Great story.

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  24. Pat HattFebruary 3, 2016 at 6:51 PM

    Awesome indeed. May the good times keep on a rolling in

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  25. dolorahFebruary 4, 2016 at 12:58 AM

    I knew there was something I was forgetting for my IWSG post. Sorry. I still want to do the guest post. And congrats on the story prize. The anthology will be awesome.

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  26. Sheena-kay GrahamFebruary 4, 2016 at 12:59 AM

    Congrats Yolanda and all the best.

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  27. Tara TylerFebruary 4, 2016 at 9:29 AM

    congrats!! and i should probably start writing for the next cq anthology now! it came up so quick last year, i didn't get a chance... excited to see the stories!

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  28. Jeffrey ScottFebruary 4, 2016 at 12:43 PM

    Are people really complaining about cover reveals? I've always thought it was a good idea. Yes, I've seen a few of the same cover reveal posts, but it's never offended me. To the contrary, so cool to see so much support in the blogging field.

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2016 at 1:05 PM

    The new covers are awesome looking, congrats! Yeah, I've never been a fan of the cover reveals. I like going to people's blogs to read some stuff, not see the same cover over and over :/ I mean, awesome support network, but still. Eh.

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  30. Joylene Nowell ButlerFebruary 4, 2016 at 4:15 PM

    Congratulations, Yolanda. Your story Ever-Ton was wonderful, and I'm so glad it's in the anthology. I think even better things are coming your way.

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  31. Samantha BryantFebruary 4, 2016 at 11:02 PM

    I hadn't seen the cover for the IWSG anthology yet. Awesome! And I'm jealous as heck that you'll be in it (and happy for you, all at the same time).

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  32. Michelle WallaceFebruary 7, 2016 at 7:40 AM

    Yolanda, at the moment you are burning up the blogosphere!
    Congratulations!!
    I'm so excited for you.
    You are an amazing writer.
    Ever-Ton is a FABULOUS story!

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