The Ladies. Open to suggestions for future polls. ::twinkle::
If you don’t have Twitter (and therefore cannot vote), give some love in comments. Next week, we’ll feature four of the Five.
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My first. Open to suggestions for future polls. ::twinkle::
**EDIT** If you don’t have Twitter (and therefore cannot vote), give your #BestBoy some love in comments. Next week, we’ll give the ladies a turn.
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Let’s Double Up! Because of … reasons, we never got around to hosting a photo challenge for Kimiko and the Accidental Proposal. So let’s do that now! Use your creativity to stage snapshots featuring the second book in the Amaranthine series. Story props are fun. So are peeks into your corner of the world. Why not gather up some Kimiko-worthy snacks? As previously stated, get creative Be enthusiastic. Impress me. Be elegant or silly. Make me smile. Because there will be fabulous prizes.
YOU HAVE ONE MONTH!
August 1 – August 31
always.forthright@gmail.com
If you’re taking part, I’m going to assume you’re okay with my re-posting your pictures here on the blog, on Twitter, on Goodreads, etc. And yes, if you can find creative ways to show off your digital edition, I’ll count those pictures, too.
Fabulous Prizes. Everyone who participates (and lets me know w/ a comment or email and link) will be entered into a drawing. Two people (for Book 2) will win … a Kimiko tote! ::twinkle::
Cameras Ready?! Take pictures for me! Snap a picture of Tamiko and the Two Janitors when it arrives. Prop it up in your favorite reading spot. Snag a book-sniffing selfie. Showcase it with the other books in your set … with props from the story … with your mug of tea … with your pets … with your plushies … with character doodles … with a Kimiko-worthy snack. Get creative. Be enthusiastic. Impress me. Be elegant or silly. Make me smile. Because there will be fabulous prizes.
YOU HAVE ONE MONTH!
August 1 – August 31
always.forthright@gmail.com
If you’re taking part, I’m going to assume you’re okay with my re-posting your pictures here on the blog, on Twitter, on Goodreads, etc. And yes, if you can find creative ways to show off your digital edition, I’ll count those pictures, too.
Fabulous Prizes. Everyone who participates (and lets me know w/ a comment or email and link) will be entered into a drawing. Three people (for Book 3) will win … a Tamiko tote! ::twinkle::
For the Flyleaf. I feel like I should explain bookplates because I’ve managed to confuse so many of you. When you order a signed book from me, I fill in the bookplate that’s printed on the flyleaf of the print editions.
But knowing that some of you would order your books elsewhere, we created bookplates that you can order separately. These are stickers, and they’re designed to be affixed over the blank space on the flyleaf. I’ve mentioned them in passing, but they’re not in high demand. However, some readers have realized that they’re … unique. And in the quest to collect All The Things, a few (like Marianna) decided to order all three.
To cover print costs and postage, I charge $3 USD for each bookplate that’s bound for a US address, $4 USD for international addresses. Details for ordering are in the same old place. SIGNED BOOKS >>
Pre-order Arrival. Ever since the delays that accompanied the release of the first book in the Amaranthine Saga, I’ve placed my own books on pre-order with Amazon so I get the same communication as readers. Yesterday afternoon, my copy of Tamiko and the Two Janitors arrived without a fuss. Only two days after release day. Which means they express-ordered copies in order to fulfill orders. Not bad, Amazon. Not bad at all. ::twinkle::
Get your cameras ready, friends! With print editions arriving hither and yon, it’s time for a photo challenge. I’ll unveil details and fabulous prizes soon! ::twinkle::
Two Janitors. It’s not often that a book has 3 titular characters (okay, okay, Betsy, Tacy, and Tib comes to mind, but that’s old school and really beside the point). I showed you Fox’s portrait of Tamiko on release day. Meet the janitors!
Two Janitors by FoxOfTwilight
**Please do keep your comments here spoiler-free. If you need to unburden yourself, there’s a Squee Post that’s a free-for-all of reactions & speculations. ::twinkle::
The Third Miko. Tamiko and the Two Janitors, the third book in the Amaranthine Saga, introduces everyone to Principal Tami Reaverson, who has big plans for her small town.
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“How was the conference?”
Tami’s heart skipped with nervous excitement. “Amazing. And intense. We had classes from morning to night, but they were all so interesting. And I was able to meet real Amaranthine!”
“Look at you, snubbing the slang!”
“Our first lessons were in etiquette.” Tami shook her head. “Everyone’s always saying Rivven, even on the news. Most of the attendees didn’t even know there was a proper term.”
“But they set you straight?”
“Kindly.” She patted her satchel. “I brought back so much literature, and some of the information packets are thick as dictionaries. Even if we’re not selected, I’m going to read it all.”
—Tamiko and the Two Janitors (Amaranthine Saga, #3)
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Happily, FoxOfTwilight found the time to give us a portrait of Miss Reaverson. ::twinkle:: Continue reading
Tamiko and the Two Janitors. If you need a place to react, confer, or kick up a fuss, this is the spot. I’ll enjoy your enthusiasm, I might be willing to clarify small points, but I reserve the right to evade questions that will be answered later in the series. ::twinkle::
[[[WARNING: HERE THERE BE SPOILERS]]]
In doing her part for world peace, she puts one crosser’s whole world at risk. Conspiracy theories, werewolf scares, and protest rallies have hampered the peace process in America, where social and political unrest keep most Amaranthine from declaring themselves. Those not in seclusion rely heavily on illusion to mask their true nature.
As the newly appointed principal of a small elementary school, Tamiko Reaverson is doing her part for world peace. She rallies her community’s support and applies for Hisoka Twineshaft’s school revitalization project, which will bring Amaranthine to her hometown. Little does Tami realize that Fletching was founded by one of the oldest and largest urban enclaves in the United States. And two of her staunchest supporters—janitors at her school—share a secret neither wants exposed.
If you’ve already begun reading, hold onto your comments and put them on the Squee Post. (I want this thread to remain spoiler free.)
Sign Here. On the flyleaf of every book in the Amaranthine Saga, we’ve created a bookplate. It’s an old tradition from a bygone century, but they’re a pretty way for me to personalize signed copies. For Tamiko and the Two Janitors, we went with a circle.
I’ll be at the post office again tomorrow. If you’d like signed copies of any of the books in the Amaranthine Saga, details are found here – SIGNED BOOKS >>
For reference, here are the first two books:
Personal Touches. If you’ve ordered books from me before, you know that I stamp them. Sometimes it’s hard to decide what to put on them … a little detail that’s significant to the story, but not too big a spoiler. This time around, there’s a moon in the mix. I played around, trying to settle on colors.
Here’s a refresher peek at Kimiko. For Tsumiko, it’s just the 4thy stamp.
There’s still time to get your own SIGNED BOOKS >> (I’ll probably be at the post office at least twice today!) ::twinkle::
…with more boxes scheduled to arrive tomorrow!
::confetti toss::
The SWAG has landed. Pretty, shimmery promo cards for Followed by Thunder will be tucked into outgoing copies of Tamiko and the Two Janitors, which are scheduled to drop onto forthy’s doormat this afternoon … and zip like codes to readers first thing Friday morning. There’s still time to get into that first batch of books. Order a personalized copy! SIGNED BOOKS >>
P.S. The books (print and digital) are showing up in ALL the online venues now, if you prefer to purchase through your usual vendor. ::twinkle::
Sealed with a Sock. I’ve been filling out address labels all afternoon, and I thought you might enjoy a peek. Because I’m mixing things up. (Well, let’s hope I haven’t mixed up your mystical digits of finding.) What I mean is … we updated the address labels in honor of Tamiko and the Two Janitors. Because labels can be swag, too. ::twinkle::
If you want a signed copy, the first batch of books will ship first thing Friday. Details on placing that order are on this page – SIGNED BOOKS >>
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