I have had many readers email and message me about the newest release in the Nymph Series, Savannah Sacrifice, most have been wondering about the Latin inscriptions and the secrets that I weave into the story. As a special thanks to my readers and fans (and those who've reached out) I'm going to be doing a five part blog event in which I will share secret about the book and a song that has inspired or reflects the story!Savannah Sacrifice (like it predecessors) carries many, many secrets. Some of the secrets are fun, some are deliciously wicked, but guaranteed you will love them all! So, grab a seat, remember to follow my blog and get ready to learn more about Savannah Sacrifice!Please feel free to leave me a comment. And if you’ve read the book and it has made you think of a song (or something equally amazing), leave me a comment! I will be stopping by each stop, and I will post each participating entry on my Facebook/Twitter page!So have fun!Today’s Secret: In the book there is an evil ghost named Edward. This was the photo I used in creating his character. He just looks like a pain in the neck, doesn’t he?
Bonus Secret*: Three covers were created for this book. Select members of my Street Team (Join the Team here!) were asked to vote on their favorite cover. In the end, their vote trumped mine and the favored cover was selected! They did a stupendous job! Thank you to my most devoted fans! Today’s Song:A major theme in Savannah Sacrifice was the mood and soul of the South. You will notice that this song (Rock Me Baby) is mentioned in the book! I hope you love this song as much as I do!I am looking forward to seeing you next week for another secret!Thank you for all the love and support,Danica Winters
Advice: So You Want to Write?
I have some exciting news! Casey Dawes, Clare Woods, and I have started a company to help all authors through every step of publishing. This includes writing coaching, editing, cover design, marketing support, and everything in between. We created Self-Publishing Services with a simple goal in mind: to give writers all the tools they needed to succeed in creating their best book. Whether this means we are working on their first book or their twentieth, a children's book or an epic novel, the goal is always the same, we're there to help authors navigate the world of self-publishing and come through with an amazing book.Self-Publishing Services LLC will be officially launching in September, but I'm pleased to say that we are already busy with clients (if you are interested in our services, please let me know).This week, I have spent a great deal of time working with folks who want to start writing professionally. Over and over I have been asked for advice. While there is much I can say about writing, I think the most important thing to remember is to remember why you want to become an author. What about you drives you to want to follow this dream? Is it a dream of fame and fortune? A desire to contribute? You want to see your name in print?
All of these things are important and are legitimate reasons to want to write, but the sad truth is that these may not be strong enough reasons to continue the journey when the going gets tough. Writing isn't an easy business. Almost anyone can put enough words together to make a book, but few can make a good book and even fewer have what it takes to get a book (regardless of how well it is written) into the hands of millions.Writing is a multifaceted world of business, creative gumption, and the ability to be mutually extroverted and introverted. Long gone are the days where a writer could simply sit behind a computer and write. The new world of publishing requires travel, public speaking, time, patience, and a incredible determination. So before a new author starts down this path, I always ask them: Why? What drives you to follow this dream? Do you want it to be a career or a hobby?If this is a career option for you, I strongly recommend that you write down the reason you want to follow this path. Hide the note. Put it somewhere that only you can find it. And then, years later, after you've finished that first or second book and your find yourself road-worn by rejection letters, reviews, sales, or whatever else is getting you down, you can come back and be revitalized by the former you.At this point, I'm seventeen books into writing. I plan on writing many, many more. Does that mean I'm immune to low days? Hardly. Yet, I have learned to move past these points and keep my chin up. The trick is the same for both writing and life: keep Moving Forward, learn from the past but don't stop, don't become stagnant or complacent, keep learning, and as I tell my little league softball players--keep your eye on the ball/the reason you started your journey as an author.
News from Danica Winters: Savannah Sacrifice Available
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Savannah Sacrifice is on sale today!
Answers that she must find... A truth that he can't escape...And ghosts up to no good...Being a demi-god has its privileges. For the young nymph, Starling Jackson, it means the gift of seduction and more than that—near immortality. Yet, when her life is filled with spirits, immortality may not be all it's cracked up to be.With the help of her bodyguard, Jasper Gray, and secret books left to her by her late-mother's friend, she may have found the answer to all of her problems. First, they must find a way to locate the books in their enemy's hotbed all while staying safe and most importantly—without falling in love.In the battles between the head and the heart and enemies and friends, tough decisions must be faced—and sacrifices made.
Chat with Danica!
Danica is having a Twitter party tonight, June 9th, from 8p-9p ET. She'll also be chatting at Writerspace June 22nd at 9p ET and giving away prizes. Join her there!
June Contest
Danica is celebrating this months's release of SAVANNAH SACRIFICE by offering one lucky winner a $25 Amazon Gift card. Enter for your chance to win!
Nymph Books on Sale!
Books 1 and 2 in the Nymph Series are on sale for just 99¢ this week:
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