So this stuff really happens? Earlier today, a reader (that’d be Brooke) nudged me with a link to this blog post, in which Ilona Andrews reviews a book that was recommended to her (that’d be by Brooke). The book … Tsumiko and the Enslaved Fox (Amaranthine Saga, #1). And Ilona … a bestselling author with a large following & my new hero. Because in a matter of twelve hours, THIS happened.
So this is what it’s like to climb the Kindle sales charts! Tsumiko is doing well in categories like Fantasy, Romantic Fantasy, Paranormal, and (go figure) Werewolves & Shifters. Needless to say, it’s been an exciting day, and I’m grateful to everyone who took a risk on a new-to-them author. And, of course…
Thank you, Brooke! Thank you, Ilona!
FORTHRIGHT 
So I have Brooke to thank!! I am one of Ilona’s follows who had my day brightened with you and your book. Good people always tend to find each other😘. Congratulations
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Since books carry a little of an author’s soul, they have a way of finding the kindred spirit in a reader.
I’m glad you’re here.
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Ahhhhh!!!!!! Congratulations!!!!! You so deserve it!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 May the good fortune continue! ❤️
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So. Exciting!
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I too loved the book & found it based on Ilona Andrew’s recommendation! Does kobo do a bestseller thingy? As that is where I got it!
Thank you for the lovely story!! (I’d been re-reading The Others by Anne Bishop & was craving something somewhat similar)
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Thank you for your compliments (and your recommendation, since I’m not familiar with Bishop’s books).
And yay for Kobo users! ::twinkle::
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Yep, that is how I purchased the book, that is the power of social media!
But to be honest, I first read a chapter of your book to be sure I would like it.
And I did, so it is waiting on my reader. Good thing the holiday starts next week.
No kindle version though, in The Netherlands we mostly have other ereaders that won’t accept kindle version. But that’s good. Now other stores sell your book too!
And you have a new member to your mailing list.
Keep on writing!
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Ah! I love knowing where my readers are from! Stories are unique in the way they connect us.
Enjoy your read! ::twinkle::
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I’m finishing it right now and I don’t want it to end. seriously. I think I’ve never been so happy with a recommendation.
thank you sooooo much for this awesome book (and thank you Brooke for making all of us find it lol)
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Aww, thank you!
I’m the same way about authors who tell the stories I love best … always wanting more. Here’s hoping I remain an author you can trust! ::twinkle::
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You are an amazing, amazing writer. You deserve the best. Your writing is a gift and I am very very glad from the bottom of my heart that you share it with us. Thank you.
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And you have my thanks, because stories need readers. ::glomp::
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Oh my gosh, I am so happy for you!! 🎉🎊✨
You deserve it and I am already so excited for the next book!♥️
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…talk about incentive to wrap up a story. I’m so excited to share Bk2!
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I am so happy for you! It couldn’t happen to a nicer person. 😁
CONGRATULATIONS!!!
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Always be nice. ::nodnod::
THANK YOU!!!
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Yay! Congratulations!
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Still a little dazed. Thank you! ::glomp::
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This is so exciting! I’m so happy for you! Yay!!
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Definitely been an exciting few days! Thank you, m’dear! ::twinkle::
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OMG!! How exciting! Congratulations!
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Fwee! ::joins happy dance::
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I am so excited for you! You are an amazing writer and I’m so pleased to see your book doing so well! Very much deserved. WAHOO!
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So exciting! I shall join you in a WAHOO!
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Love Ilona and bought your book on her recommendation. Congratulations!
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Thank you for taking a risk on a new author! Please enjoy!
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I discovered your books just like that, because of her review. The blurb/plot was so interesting that I had to buy it… I read it in a day, needless to say, I loved it. I loved you writing style, your characters and the world you built.
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Ilona was incredibly kind with her words, and I’m tickled that the teaser won you over! Thank you!
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That is how I found you too! Through Ilona Andrews Website. I am so glad to have found this book and am about to go stock your Fanfic!
This was just what I needed.
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Plenty of fanfic! Fandom is where I learned the ropes of writing and found my voice. ::twinkle::
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I also found you through Ilona Andrews. She is one of my all-time favorite authors!
I just finished your book, and really enjoyed it. I’ve read a lot of paranormal romance, and it was one of the best new releases I’ve read in a long time. I look forward to reading the next ones in the series!
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I’m happy to have found a place in the paranormal romance genre! Thank you for your kind words!
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Found you through Ilona Andrews. Loved your book!! What is next and when can we read more about the Amarinthines? Can’t wait!!!
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Book 2 will likely release this autumn (exact date still TBD), and there are Amaranthine aplenty! ::twinkle::
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I took a chance on Ilona’s website recommendation and it has paid off greatly. I loved Tsumiko’s book –
character’s charms & complexities, background storybuilding… Amazing. Thank you for such a wonderful tale. I’ll keep reading & following ✌🙂
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Thank you for your kind words. I’m so glad you’re here!
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I saw the blog post at 11 last night and then since I have terrible self control I couldn’t go to sleep until I finished some time around 4 this morning. Thank you for writing such a wonderful and entrancing book!
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I’m pretty sure sleepless-night-binge-reading is way up there in the bibliophile’s compliment rankings. Color me flattered! ::twinkle::
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