I am pleased to share with you my recent catch up with author, Jennifer Gladen. I always enjoying hearing about fellow author's publishing journey and during our recent conversation Jennifer shared exciting news about her middle grade novel, Souled.
Welcome Jennifer!
My project is one that is keeping me busy. I wrote a middle-grade novel titled Souled. It is about a boy and his friends who enjoy playing video games. One day things go wrong and people start disappearing and end up trapped in the game.
The story was inspired by my completely game obsessed son and I wondered "What if...there was something behind the game causing all the obsession with it."
Synopsis:
When Ethan and his friends play the much anticipated new game Seeker, they are thrown into a new world where the lines of reality and gaming are blurred. As people close to Ethan, including his sister, start to disappear, Ethan and his team must free the trapped souls, defeat the dark wizard and stop the destruction before he and his friends are trapped forever.
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Because I'm absolutely in love with this story, I decided I'm going to independently publish the book. I want the creative control and the ability to market it the way I envision. To make printing it a reality I will be starting a Kickstarter in a few weeks. This will be set up in Pre-Order tiers, meaning when people contribute to the cause they're pre-ordering the book.
For this endeavor to be successful, I need to generate as much interest as possible. I will hold a giveaway where people enter by sharing a post, joining my VIP list, and liking my page. To join in the fun, participate in Jen's giveaway today!
For this endeavor to be successful, I need to generate as much interest as possible. I will hold a giveaway where people enter by sharing a post, joining my VIP list, and liking my page. To join in the fun, participate in Jen's giveaway today!
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I look forward to engaging with readers!
Donna, thank you for hosting me today! I am look forward to sharing more announcements as my marketing plan unfurls.
Jennifer, exciting news indeed! I look forward to hearing more!
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Best wishes,
Donna M. McDine
Multi Award-winning Children's Author
Ignite curiosity in your child through reading!
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Thanks for having me Donna.
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat odea fpr a story. I wish you the best, Jennifer.
ReplyDeleteSounds intriguing and wonderful, Jen! Congrats and best of luck with your launch. Kids will love this!
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