Kristi’s Comments (group member since Jul 05, 2013)

Kristi’s comments from the The Suspense of It All! group.

Not knowing the premise, Desperate Matters jumps out at me as a title I'd look closer at.

Welcome to the group, Jessica! I hope you can find some readers. I'd be happy to take a look. I've got a few books in line, but I could get to it early next month? If that time frame is useful to you, send epub or mobi to read@kcbooks.us

Thanks! And best of luck with your new endeavor.

Amanda wrote: "I really like suspense because while it is a genre unto itself, it can also be present in any story regardless of genre. I just love that slow burn of not knowing what's going to happen. :) "

Me too! For me, if there's no suspense in a story - in whatever form - there's not much that interests me. But I don't want to work too hard trying to figure out who the bad guys are, just what they want and/or how they're going to get it - and how that affects the heroes.

Welcome to the group!

Hello all, I guess I suck at this marketing thing. I re-branded and re-released my Suspense Novel, with a new cover and new series name.

Last Shot at Justice is now A Thomas Family Novel, and it is live on Amazon for 99¢, or to read for free in Kindle Unlimited.

www.goodreads.com/book/show/33789987-...

If you are interested in reviewing it, I can provide a review copy.

Happy Monday the day after Daylight Savings.

So sorry I missed your post, SA! I joined a bunch of groups and didn't realize I had a notification.

I wish I had the time to read it, but my stack of "immediate reads" is high.

I hope you got some responses, and that this comment gives your offer a bump.

Best of everything!

Here's a link to my review of First Crush:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

Short version: this is a great read!

Hi all,
I was just thinking that it might be fun to share our reviews with each other when we have read a suspenseful book that struck us in one way or another. So, feel free to post your reviews here.
Enjoy!

Pamela wrote: "What a great thread! Romance is lovely, but romantic suspense is captivating."

Yes!

Misty wrote: "I agree with so many of the comments here. Suspense makes everything better and comes in varying degrees of uncerntainty and excitement...."

Suspense, I would offer, is the true spice of life. At least in fiction. :-)

Yes, they're so true!

Misty wrote: "Recently, my brother has encouraged me to share my work on Amazon. It's crazy how nerve rattling it can be for an introvert with anxiety disorders. ..."

Welcome, Misty! Great to have you here. I understand what you mean about taking the leap to publish. I wonder sometimes if it ever gets easier. I also am introverted, though I wouldn't say I have anxiety issues. It's just I can only stand to be around people for finite periods of time. Actually I think what I am is called an Ambivert. Or something like that. :-/

Your book looks very fascinating and complex. I love stories where two worlds collide like that. Are you giving away Advance Read Copies (ARCs)? I might be able to squeeze a read into my read list. ;-)

As far as suggestions, my series falls into the Suspense - Romantic Suspense genre. The first book is called Last Shot at Justice You can get a free copy by going to this link: https://www.instafreebie.com/free/TEGOq and downloading it. I would love it if you reviewed it. If you like it and want to read on in the series, I can see about getting you the other books as well.

(I'm in the process of rebooting the series with new covers and I've been tweaking the blurbs. Blurbs are my nemesis. LOL)

Feel free to roam around the other threads in the group. We're kind of a quiet lot, but I'd love it if you engaged in any conversation that piques your interest.

Hi all! I just wanted to shout about this to you here.

My latest novella is a Young Adult Historical Fantasy, and it has strong elements of suspense. It's also squeaky clean and suitable for kids as young as 10. It's LIVE as of today, and only 99¢

Early readers are calling it "Delightful!"

http://kcbooks.usAmazATP

Princess Aslynn and Sebastian have been friends nearly since birth, despite their differing social status. A friendship cemented by a tragic common thread: Aslynn's mother died giving birth to her, and Sebastian had been found floating in a sea chest after a storm. Though a magic spell had protected him, there was no clue as to his identity or his origins, and the boy from the sea was raised by the king’s swordmaster.

Fifteen years later, the forces of change are converging on the small island kingdom they call their home.

In a storm to rival the one that brought Sebastian ashore, the two friends rescue a shipwrecked stranger. In gratitude, the traveling mystic offers to solve Sebastian's mystery, but as the stranger uncovers clues, events surrounding his arrival stir up more than just the past.

A True Prince is a complete story arc, and does not end on a cliffhanger. Book 2 - due out in July 2016 - picks up five years later. The third book should be out in September or October.

I have made a few minor changes to my pricing structure, and have hopefully clarified my offer. If you haven't considered me for your project, please do. I've still got a short waiting list, so don't wait too long to decide!

Early ARC readers say it's terrific!
It is also available for pre-order at Amazon for 99cents - one-click today to support a fellow writer and/or lover of suspense.

http://kcbooks.us/AmaOLS

One Last Song is at the editor for final edits, and I've chosen a release date. It will be officially available on Leap Day, 2016!

One Last Song is book 3 in my Boys of Syracuse, Kansas series, and beta readers have agreed, it's an exciting addition.

Would you like an ARC to review?

Here's the short blurb:

In a bold operation that leaves the tiny town of Syracuse reeling, Kylie and Jax are kidnapped. Getting nabbed by human traffickers is bad enough, but their captors have another agenda. What happens in the next 24 hours is not on any playlist.

I've submitted a Goodreads giveaway that is pending approval. You can enter for a chance to win a signed paperback of this exciting standalone novel that takes you on the run into the New Mexican desert.

Members of this group can post here or message me to receive an Advance Review Copy as early as February 1, in exchange for an honest review. (Preference will be given to those who have reviewed my books before, or at least show a track record of reviewing books by the number of reviews they have under their profile.)

Welcome, Michael!

Always great to hear from people who have stories to tell about the stories they tell!

I'm so forgetful. They had sent me a message here on goodreads asking if I was interested in an advance copy. Derp. Genius!

I got a hard copy of this book in the mail today, and I was wondering if anyone else got it.

It was addressed to me at The Suspense of it All and appears to be direct from Harper Collins, but there was no note, or anything along with it.

I'm assuming it is an ARC, but it seems like a pretty wide net to spread.

Hi y'all!

My Suspenseful Romance series The Boys of Syracuse, Kansas (Books 1 & 2) is now available in audiobook format!

Buy or borrow through Amazon's Audible.com:
Last Shot at Justice - http://www.amazon.com/Last-Shot-Justi...
Last Second Chance - http://www.amazon.com/Last-Second-Cha...

Or, if you'd like to support us directly, contact me. We can send a USB drive with one or both books on it. ($15 for 1, $25 for both). I can also email the files for $10 each. By the end of August, I will have a limited number of CD sets available to sell.

If you like your suspense with a dash of romance, then The Boys of Syracuse, Kansas, is a recipe for the perfect summer read.

We can find links on your website?

I will try to check in, though while I'm on the truck it is impossible to know where I'll be and if I'll have a signal.

Have fun, Joe!