It’s come to my attention that the eBook reward link for signing up to my newsletter was broken. My apologies to anyone who signed up and couldn’t get their copy.
The link has now been fixed. If you’re willing to give me a second chance – please sign up here for my monthly newsletter and get your thank you copy of With a Twist of the Nib – a collection of short speculative fiction stories.
Today was the official launch of my short story eBook collection, ‘Another Twist of the Nib’, and my second music collaboration project, ‘Spanish Flu’. I discussed inspirations and research I did for the stories, and chatted about ‘ghoulies’ and ‘ghosties’ and things that go bump in the night.
The event ended with a live chat/interview with Richard Ryall, who composed the music to accompany my lyrics for ‘Spanish Flu’. You can find it on my FB page and on my youTube channel.
Gievaways included an eBook copy of ‘Another Twist of the Nib’ and a digital download of ‘Spanish Flu’.
My new short story eBook collection, Another Twist of the Nib, and song, Spanish Flu, are being released this month.
I’ve already reached out to a few readers for reviews. I’ve announced them both and revealed the covers. Now to announce their official launch on Halloween Eve (well, it’s on 31st October for Australia, but is the 30th for the UK and US).
Feel free to join me for a chat, info about my stories, and a live interview with Richard Ryall – co-writer of Spanish Flu. (at approx 10.30am ACDT) There will also be an eBook of Another Twist of the Nib AND digital download of Spanish Flu to win.
Only 3 days to go until my next online event appearance – this time the (Canberra) Geek Markets, which are going virtual this weekend. Forget Covid spatial distancing – just join us from the comfort of your own space.
Geek Markets Live will be streaming geeky artists, traders and creators – including yours truely! There will be two livestream sessions. You can watch them live on their website HERE– or via their FB event page – Geek Markets Virtual Market, youTube channel or Twitch.
I’ll be presenting on Session Two– at 2.00-2.15 pm (ACST)/ 2.30-2.45pm (AEST) this Saturday, 26th September.
Buy Direct from the Author at Event Prices!
Follow this link to my shop to buy paperback copies of my books,
direct from me, at event prices!
Single books will have $1 off RRP (+postage costs).
Buy more than one book and get between $1 and $5 off per book (depending on which books/how many books you purchase) + postage.
You also get a signed and numbered bookplate, exclusively designed for books purchased during the weekend of Geek Markets Live 2.0
You can also pre-order your paperback copy of ‘A Fey Tale’, book two in The Aunt Enid Mysteries. (Due out late 2020, early 2021).
All pre-orders also receive a signed and numbered bookplate, exclusively designed for pre-order books.
If you prefer eBooks, follow this linkto buy my books from your favourite format.
Looking for a Christmas read? Check out Viola Stewart’s adventure, Tomorrow, When I Die, set at Christmas, 1889.
(This story is available in the paperback compilation, The Illusioneer & Other Tales.)
Or visit my shop to choose from my
original artwork mugs, tshirts and steampunk music.
It’s come to my attention that book scammers may be selling heavily discounted copies of my first book, Doctor Jack & Other Tales, on Amazon.
The ONLY current edition of Doctor Jack is edition 2.
Look for the title: Doctor Jack & Other Tales, with the SUBTITLE: The Adventures of Viola Stewart Journal #1 – and was published by Kraken Publishing in 2016 – available via Ingram Spark.
This original edition was originally titled: The Adventures of Viola Stewart Journal #1: Doctor Jack and Other Tales. This was my first foray into indie publishing and was published in 2015, via Createspace – which is NO MORE. This was removed when Createspace closed down.
The reviews are genuine – left over from the first edition. Amazon won’t transfer them to the second edition. I’m also having issues removing this copy from my Amazon Author Page.
I’ve found it still selling on Amazon under the original title, supposedly available from CREATESPACE, with 1 left in stock.
This was removed from sale. I get NO ROYALTY PAYMENTS from this copy. I don’t know how they can supply the book when it’s been pulled from Createspace – and Creatspace DOESN’T NOT EXIST any more. Don’t get caught out.
How to tell the difference: The official copy has:
The main title is ‘Doctor Jack & Other Tales’ – with an ampersand
It is published by Kraken Publishing (Old (not printed) edition one WAS published by Createspace.)
CURRENT ISBN is:978-0994485007
it is the 2nd edition
and was published on 20 August, 2016
RRP is US$11.99/ AUS$16.99
I get paid when you buy a book!
This is the cover:
Also beware the BUY BUTTON. This article explains how scammers are using it to claim cheaper available book versions. Authors don’t get royalties, and many could be scammers. It’s the old – ‘if it’s too good to be true‘ adage.
It’s almost time for the 2020 Adelaide Steampunk Festival. This is the 7th year for the event…
Plot #1: Virtually there.
… and the first I won’t be able to attend in person, as an author. Argghhh.
Covid sucks. I’m still stuck at home. Being in (a couple of) risk groups is frustrating. I made some masks, but really should do what I’m told. So I’ll be at home… but my Dearheart will be manning the table. I’ll be Skyping in all day (tech allowing) to chat to you.
Plus there’s more!
Plot #2: Pre-order ‘click & collect’ for books
– to minimise contact during Covid times, and to make sure you get your copy (stocks getting low – my books are printed in Victoria and there are print and post issues).
I’ve been working on my webpage book shop to create book bundles to make it easier to pre-order your books – click, and collect at the Adelaide Steampunk Festival in two weeks.
Just CLICK HEREto order your books to collect at Adelaide Steampunk Festival 2020.
Plot #3: Exclusive Bookplates
– I won’t be there personally to sign your books but, never fear! I have a plan. I’ve designed exclusive bookplates – only available for this event. If you pre-order your books to ‘click & collect’, then you get a personalised, signed, and numbered bookplate. If you buy at the event (book stocks permitting), you get a signed and numbered bookplate.
Plot #4: Video/Live talks
-depending on technology, I’m hoping to pre-record or Zoom in live to do a talk for the 100th anniversary of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s visit to Adelaide (and possibly one on fairies)… just trying to sort out the tech for the weekend.
Adding a last minute note (in one of my fave tshirts) to my Patreon supporters’ Behind the Scenes’ video rewards.
[#imagedescription: Karen is wearing purple ear buds. She is smiling at the camera and pointing to her purple tshirt with gold text: Murder she wrought.]
A big shout out and welcome to my new supporter, Charity Myhre.
Thank you for supporting an indie author!
Please check your messages, Charity, for information on how to get your sign-up and first round of rewards!
And there’s still more to come. 🙂
You can share in rewards, such as short stories, sneak peeks, music, and books/eBooks by supporting me on Patreon. (pledge payments are usually 1-2nd of the month)
I’m leaving my Adventurer Extraordinaire Patreon supporters (and above) with a longer short story to farewell 2020. This steampunk tale reveals a glimpse at the background for one of my steampunk characters.
Hope you had a good Christmas/holiday, and wish you a happy new year – and an even better 2021.
Thank you for your support this year. Enjoy the holidays. Contact a friend or family member. Share memories. Read a book. Eat chocolate. Be kind to yourself. You deserve it.
Virtual hugs to you all, no matter how you’re spending this week.
Not long now. 2020 is almost over…
Hugs to you all.
Argh. After a program update last month (at least that’s what we think was the issue), the sound was out of sync. I’ve spent all evening trying to sort it out. I had to call in the cavalry – my IT Dearheart. We updated OBS and fiddled with some settings – and looks like we may have cracked it!
Patreon supporters of $5 tier (Conspirator) and above can join me for their video livechat reward tomorrow (Sat 11.30am – Adelaide time ACDT)
A big December shout out to everyone especially my top Patreon supporters, Kel Kininmont, William J. Jackson,Joanne Van Raaphorst , and Marion Anderson.
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Happy Holidays. Enjoy the holidays and stay safe.
[#imagedescription Video of Karen looking into the camera and smiling as she sends greetings and a shout out.]
