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DEAR READERS

18 Friday Jul 2014

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Dear Readers

So many of you have read my books and shared with me how much you enjoyed them. I can’t begin to tell you how much it means to me as a writer to hear those words of encouragement. Having readers tell me which character they loved (or loved to hate) and ask when the next book is coming out is inspiring! As you know, marketing is a large part of being a writer. I need to get my name out there so even more people will pick up one of my books. So I’m asking a big favor. If you will post a review for one of my books and send me the link when the review is up, I’ll send you one of my other ones for free.

It’s here!!! – Juniper Grove Book Blitz

01 Friday Nov 2013

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http://junipergrovebooksolutions.com/book-blitz-in-my-own-shadow-susan-royal/

Please follow this link, and join me for a one-day whirlwind blog tour. Don’t forget to leave a comment! I’d love to hear what you have to say! There’s nothing an author likes better than interacting with readers. And there’s no telling what might come of it. You just might be the inspiration for my next book!!

One more thing. Remember to enter the drawing to win a free ecopy and signed cover of In My Own Shadow, along with sample copies of my other books.

See you soon!

Juniper Grove Book Blitz–Stay tuned!!

31 Thursday Oct 2013

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Please follow this link and join me on Friday, November 1st. I’m doing a whirlwind blog tour, and I’d love to hear from you!

Please, don’t forget to enter the drawing to win a signed cover of In My Own Shadow and a free ecopy.

See you soon!

Juniper Grove Book Blitz – coming soon!!!

18 Friday Oct 2013

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Hey guys, I’m really excited. On Friday, November 1st, I’ll be doing a whirlwind book blitz with Jaidis Shaw of Juniper Grove for my NA fantasy/adventure In My Own Shadow. She is a super nice lady. It’s always great working with her.

Please visit and sign up for a free ecopy of In My Own Shadow and autographed book cover.

http://junipergrovebooksolutions.com/book-blitz-in-my-own-shadow-susan-royal/

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Meet the Characters Blogfest begins October 1st

01 Tuesday Oct 2013

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Character Blogfest DG

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 Stop by and visit for a chance to meet new authors and win prizes!!

READY…SET…GO!!!

10 Friday May 2013

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inmyownshadow200x300 Launch day for In My Own Shadow, fantasy/adventure/romance is finally here!! I have to say I’m almost as excited as I was when Not Long Ago, my time travel/romance/adventure debuted in June 2012. The entire process went as smooth, if not smoother than it did the first time, probably because I knew what to expect this time around.
My thanks goes to Lea Schizas of MuseItUpPublishing. I say it all the time, but I can’t say it too often. MuseItUp is agreat place to be. Thanks also to my editors Holly Bonville and Sarah Champoux for their patience and encouragement, and to Marion Sipe for a cover that couldn’t have looked more like Lara if I’d sent her a picture. Last, but not least thanks to my family. I couldn’t have done it without you guys. Your music, your videos and your encouragement mean everything to me.

Now, let me give you a little peek at In My Own Shadow, a fantasy, adventure/romance.

Talk about the worst day ever! Lara lets her friend Carrie talk her into a blind date, only it turns out the handsome stranger waiting for Lara after work isn’t Carrie’s cousin after all. And, when they’re chased through a portal to another world, Lara realizes Rhys really is out of this world.

Lyra, her alternate in another dimension, has left clues to the whereabouts of the Book of Secrets that explains the mystery of time travel in Lara’s subconscious. Or so Rhys thinks. Power-hungry telepaths pursuing them will stop at nothing to get it, even if it means breaking Lara’s mind. To complicate matters, Lara gets tangled up in her feelings for Rhys while exploring her connection with Lyra.

With Rhys as her guardian, a bear of a man named Azle to guide her, and the spirit of Lyra haunting her dreams, Lara must find the Book of Secrets before it falls into the hands of those who want its power. Only then can she return to her world safely.

I had so much fun writing the scenes between Rhys and Lyra. At first she’s furious with him for ripping her away from a perfectly ordinary existence. Never mind that Rhys has saved her from the crazies in the parking lot and the nut job that appeared at her front door. Everything he says sets her teeth on edge, and sometimes he acts like he can barely stand to be around her. Every time it looks like they’re going to come to an understanding, something happens and it’s back to square one. Your typical love-hate relationship.

Here’s a little sample:

Rhys seemed to have a hard time answering a simple question. “This is all too bizarre for words. You can’t…I don’t…” With an unsteady breath, I threw my hands up, fingers splayed. “You’re out of your mind, and so am I for trying to make any sense out of this.”

Rhys rubbed his hand across the back of his neck. “I know someone who might be able to explain things to you better than me. And he can be trusted. I know where to find him, but it’s a long, hard journey.”

I raised my eyes to the sky. “Sure, why not? I’ll just cancel my dental appointment this afternoon. No biggie.” Above the trees, the constellations glittered in the evening sky, but the moon was ringed like Jupiter, and the stars were spinning. “What’s wrong with the moon…and the stars…?”

He stared up into the darkness.“We’ve stepped through a portal into an alternate universe—”

I snorted laughter. “Sorry, I didn’t bring my passport. I wasn’t planning onleaving the country, let alone the damn planet!” His blank expression told me either he didn’t get my joke or else he didn’t think it was funny.

My supporting characters almost always threaten to take over the story. In this book we have Azle, Chief Historian for the Council. He’s the stabilizing influence on the group, always the diplomat, sensible and patient to a fault. Then, there’s Cobal, the dark good-looking ladies’ man who manages to look polished even while traveling cross-country on foot. Some of my best supporting characters not even people. Nyah and Nigan are burdahs, large creatures that exist in the alternate world where Lara travels. They look like a cross between a draft horse and a llama, with turquoise eyes and long lashes.

I hope you’ll enjoy Lara’s story as much as I enjoyed writing it. And for those of you who read Not Long Ago, I’m working hard on the sequel. Looks as though I’m about 2/3 of the way done…depending on whether or not my characters cooperate. Also, my thanks so much for your reviews, comments and encouragement. It’s been music to my ears.

Buy link for In My Own Shadow: http://tinyurl.com/bqbxm4l
Buy link for Not Long Ago: http://tinyurl.com/85vgye3
Web Site: http://susanroyal.moonfruit.com

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