Blurbs Sell Books

Today on the show, Jim and Abigail tackle author-submitted blurbs to rip them to shreds and build them back up, one line at a time. Here are this episode’s read-along selections:

Author: T.S. Valmond

Title: Hope Saved (The Zelenian Chronicles Book 1)

A planet on the brink of destruction.

A journey through uncharted space.

A terrorist plot to destroy them all.

Young captain Dana Pinet is tasked with guiding the elite crew and passengers of the starship Hope in their search for a new home. With terrorist attacks, an ex-boyfriend serving as her first officer, and an inexperienced captain, what could go wrong?

Everything. 

Dana will have to put her past aside, keep a government conspiracy a secret, and lead a remnant of humans to a new home against all odds of survival.

Voyager meets Farscape in this heartwarming sci-fi odyssey.

Get your copy today!

Author: Anne-Marie Meyer

Title: Rule #1: You Can't Date the Coach's Daughter: A Standalone Sweet High School Romance (The Rules of Love)

If only my heart understood the rules, I wouldn’t have fallen for Tyson Blake. Stupid heart.

There are two types of people in high school: the ones that you can date and the ones you can’t. Unfortunately for me, I’m the latter. Even though I’m around hot football players every afternoon, they are not allowed to date me. If they even come close to flirting, my dad, Coach “The Boss” Davis, makes them run laps around the field until they puke. 

Nothing scares off a boy more than the threat of physical pain. 

Not only has he forbidden me to date anyone at all, he’s even made me the football team’s water girl so that he can keep tabs on me. Apparently, over protective dad is a fabulous guy deterrent. Outdoor shops should find a way to bottle it and sell it. They’d make a killing.

What Dad doesn’t know is that I spend every last second of those two blissful hours of practice in the scorching California heat, staring at Tyson Blake. He is the epitome of perfection in a six-foot-two, incredibly toned, smells-good-even-when-he-sweats, senior body. And when he smiles, angels sing. Literally. 

And Dad hates him.

It feels a bit cliche to say I fell for the one guy that would send Dad’s already high blood pressure over the the top. But it’s true. There’s something about Tyson. Something he’s trying to hide. But I can see through his cocky persona and I know there’s something more.

Some rules are meant to be broken. 

If you love forbidden love and stolen first kisses, you'll love Rule #1: You Can't Date the Coach's Daughter. 

Grab it today!

The Rules of Love Romance series contains full length, standalone romances that are full of happily ever afters.

Today we looked at two blurbs from opposite sides of the spectrum in terms of details included. Try writing your blurb from both sides of the spectrum, then edit to find your “Goldilocks” middle ground.

Have you had more success with highly-detailed blurbs versus short and sweet blurbs?

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Today on the show, Jim and Abigail tackle author-submitted blurbs to rip them to shreds and build them back up, one line at a time. Here are this episode’s read-along selections:

Author: Christopher Mitchell

Title: The Magelands Epic: The Queen's Executioner (Book 1)

Would you kill for your sister?

High Mage Shella has a choice to make.

When her sister decides she wants to be Queen at any cost, should she help her?

Or stop her?

Feeling restless in the claustrophobic and over-crowded metropolis of her birth, Shella is drawn to the power of her sister’s voice as she assembles thousands of their people, calling upon them to gather their possessions and follow her in a Great Migration.

Her sister plans to lead them over the border into the Rahain Republic, whose unconquered army has just returned from victorious campaigns abroad. There, she intends to settle and crown herself Queen.

Shella’s mage powers have only ever been used for the good of her homeland. Now, in the service of her sister, is she prepared to use their darker side?

For Shella knows that if she cannot control her powers…

…they will consume all that she loves.

Buy The Queen's Executioner today to start your Magelands adventure.

Author: A. M. Kusi

Title: Luna and Sol: A Forbidden Love Story

As the chief’s daughter, Luna has a duty to her people to marry who her father chooses and to produce a male heir for her tribe. The problem is, she’s fallen in love with her father’s enemy. 

Sol, the rival tribe’s warrior is captivated by the dark-eyed beauty, the one person he can’t have. She makes him want to break all the rules he has vowed to uphold, to taste the forbidden. 

Life brings Luna and Sol together. 

Two people meant to stay apart. 

Their forbidden romance could bring war to their people — but how can they choose between true love and loyalty to their family? 

Luna and Sol is a beautiful love story that will keep you turning the page. If you like strong female characters and secret romance that will sweep you away from your reality, then you’ll love this book.

Buy now to start reading this unique romance novel today!

For your ending line, pick your strongest conflict, don’t mix and match. 

Now, in the service of her sister, is she prepared to use their darker side?

For Shella knows that if she cannot control her powers…

…they will consume all that she loves.

Their forbidden romance could bring war to their people — but how can they choose between true love and loyalty to their family?

 --Question of the Week:

Has rewriting your blurb improved your sales rank? 

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Today on the show, Jim and Abigail tackle author-submitted blurbs to rip them to shreds and build them back up, one line at a time. Here are this episode’s read-along selections:

Author: Andrew Allan

Title: Killers, Bikers & Freaks: A Walt Asher Florida Thriller (The Walt Asher Thriller Series Book 1)

The killers are everywhere. 

Watching. Waiting. Ready to protect the secret.

It's a nasty one—power, politics, corruption, murder. 

Now, Walt’s running for his life.

Because when he discovered his friend’s body on the riverbank he stumbled onto a deadly conspiracy. 

There's only one way to survive. Walt must connect a series of incredible clues, each one propelling him closer to death. He must trust no one. And, he better be ready for anything as he hunts for justice between a dangerous biker underworld and an elite club that indulges the rich, powerful, and ruthless. 

You’ll love this book because it’s a quick, suspenseful thriller loaded with action, wild characters, and nonstop excitement. KILLER, BIKERS & FREAKS grabs you and doesn’t let go. Get it now.

Author: Stacy Claflin

Title: Mermaid's Song: A Paranormal Academy Romance (Dark Sea Academy Book 1)

I live a double life—and it’s about to tangle me in its net.

I'm Marra Ayers, a mermaid pretending to be human. Or at least, I was. It's over now that my uncle died, making my dad the new king of Valora. My parents are dragging me away from the life I love to our undersea kingdom. And to make matters worse, everybody hates us.

My parents send me straight to the Dark Sea Academy, where the building is creepy and the students are worse. The dean pairs me with a student to show me the ropes.

I get stuck with Bash, who’s one wrong move from being expelled, and showing me around is his latest punishment. He’s as gorgeous as he is arrogant. And an incredible guitarist, as it turns out. Not that it matters. We can’t stand each other, and when my orientation is over, we'll go our separate ways. Good riddance.

Whispers and glares greet me at every turn, and the most popular girl has it out for me. My first night, she tries to kill me. Then, bloodied and bruised, I run into Bash. And this time, he actually seems to care…

He keeps looking at me with concern in his eyes while giving me this crooked smirk. Kind of makes me forget how irritating he is. Almost makes me forget all my problems.

But I can’t let myself get side-tracked by him. I won’t.

If I’m to survive the academy, I need to focus on staying alive. Unfortunately, that means relying on Bash—and he’s a distraction that could very well cost me everything.

Mermaid's Song is the start of a young adult mermaid trilogy that features gripping supernatural drama, surprising twists, dynamic characters, page-turning suspense, heart-pounding action, and angsty romance. It's written by Stacy Claflin, a two-time USA Today bestselling author.

This is a tale for all ages – as long as you have an imagination and love surprises! Purchase it today to start this exciting underwater tale with thrilling new lore that will have you flipping through the pages to find out what happens next.

Put dead people and death threats at the end of your paragraphs (or at least the end of your sentences).

What paragraph endings are you struggling with in your current blurb?

Brian Meeks' book: Mastering Amazon Descriptions: An Author's Guide: Copywriting for Authors

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Today on the show, Jim and Abigail tackle author-submitted blurbs to rip them to shreds and build them back up, one line at a time. Here are this episode’s read-along selections:

Author: Crissy Moss

Title: Steel Line: Hub World LitRPG Book 3

Virtual worlds hold many dangers, and secrets.

Ever since that fateful day Jupiter was left standing alone on the beach, he has been avoiding the virtual world. Staying away hasn't been easy. When reality is nothing but a cell and powdered food, how could he resist the siren call of freedom and a chance to make amends with his best friend? 

In order to find Cas, Jupiter must travel to The Hub, the center of all virtual worlds. There are new opportunities, new people, and new AI's just dying to meet him. If he can manage to find Cas then maybe they can find out just how far the rabbit hole goes, and just what troubles are waiting for them below the surface.

˃˃˃ A fast paced litRPG set in The Hub World. 

Book three in the Hub World litRPG series. A world filled with dungeon dives, duels, and magical creations.

Grab a copy today.

Author: Jennifer Griffith

Title: Setting Up the Billionaire: A Secret Billionaire Romance (Billionaire Makeover Romance Book 1)

Not all billionaires wear a suit and tie.

Nanny/grad student Eliza is playing matchmaker for all the wrong reasons, but all the right reasons, too. Really.

Henry is a lost soul, literally. 

However, he’s also a billionaire cowboy in disguise. A really good disguise. 

As in, Eliza assumes he’s a homeless hobo in need of food and a bath.

Henry seems perfect for Eliza’s plan for covertly matchmaking her horrible boss. A little soap and water, a shave and a tuxedo, and voilá! Prince charming! 

Plus, he gets off the streets. It’s a win-win.

Except after the makeover, will secret billionaire Henry’s charm be so irresistible that Eliza isn’t setting up the billionaire anymore, she’s setting herself up for a fall?

This gender-flipped fairytale retelling of My Fair Lady and the classic Greek myth Pygmalion and Galatea is set on San Nouveau Island, a fictional, windswept island exclusively for the superrich off the coast of beautiful California. 

San Nouveau Island, a fictional, windswept island exclusively for the superrich off the coast of beautiful California. 

If the location plays a critical part in your story, add in some references within your description. 

(Place Name, date)

How much info about your location do you include in your blurb?

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Today on the show, Jim and Abigail tackle author-submitted blurbs to rip them to shreds and build them back up, one line at a time. Here are this episode’s read-along selections:

Author: J.R. Thorn

Title: Fortune Academy: Year One

Welcome to Fortune Academy, a school where supernaturals can feel at home--except, I have no idea what the hell I am.

The last thing I remember is arriving at the massive gates with a Bounty Hunter staring me down. I have a feeling he was supposed to take me to the monster holding arena to fight and die. Instead, I'm Fortune Academy's newest student.

I can relate to the monsters in ways the other students can't. My mentor, who is way too hot for his own good, tells me my behavior is the result of my memory loss and that I'm just trying to identify with a past pain that I've buried too far to feel. I think he's wrong. I think the reason I can't relate to any of the students is because I'm one of the monsters they're trained to kill.

I don't fit into any of the supernatural cliques, but that doesn't stop me from collecting bullies. A brawny alpha shifter, a moody dark mage, and a playboy demi-god have decided to break me. They think I don't have any powers and that I was recruited by mistake. It'll be their funeral if they push me too far, because this girl isn't taking any of their shit.

My name is Lily Fallen, but don't let my pretty face fool you. I'm a monster in a school uniform and it's only a matter of time before I teach my bullies a lesson they won't forget. 

Fortune Academy: Year One is the first of three novels in an upper YA/NA paranormal academy series. Expect a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance where there are five guys and no choosing required!

Author: Eliza Ellis

Title: Hers to Marry: A Sweet Second Chance Romance (Sisters of Springfield Book 2)

She loved him at eight. Could she get a second chance twenty years later?

After her ex leaves her with a mountain of debt and a foreclosure, Katrina Kaye abandons her plans for her own bakery. She works long hours to pay her bills until her best friend saves the day with a job offer. There's just one catch: Kat has to plan Parker's wedding.

 The groom?

 Kat's childhood sweetheart.

 After numerous deployments to Afghanistan, contractor Drew Callaghan is ready to settle down and have a family. Losing a friend on the battlefield nearly cost Drew is life, and he owes Parker for seeing him through his darkest moments. When he meets the wedding planner, Drew remembers a promise made between eight-year-old soulmates. But how can he keep it now?

 Memories of secret dreams and promises unfulfilled flood back as Kat and Drew are forced to plan the wedding without Parker. Is Drew marrying the wrong woman? And when Kat is offered an apprenticeship of a lifetime, will she put her best friend above her own heart and leave home for good? 

Hers to Marry is the second book in the Sisters of Springfield series, where the bond between sisters is more important than anything. Family drama, forbidden attraction, and a touch of humor are what you'll read in this sweet, second chance contemporary romance in a small town by Eliza Ellis.

HEA with no cheating. 

Buy Hers to Marry, to read the sweetest second chance romance today!

When any new (non-POV) character is added to the description, be sure to establish their relationship with the POV character.

How do you handle swearing/curse words in a blurb?

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Author: Dennis C Stevenson Jr

Title: Study the Bible: Six Easy Steps

We know we should study God's Word. But it can be difficult get started. Even then, lack of clarity and frustrating experiences often derail our efforts to engage Scripture. How can we confidently pursue spiritual growth when we read the Bible?

Discover a straightforward plan that equips you to read, understand and apply the truth you find in Scripture.  In everyday language, Bible teacher Dennis C Stevenson Jr shares and models a simple approach that makes studying God's Word rewarding.

Learn tools that build your confidence and allow you to dive deeper into God's Word than you  thought possible. Use the guided study to practice what you've learned in four scripted sessions. Follow the step-by-step plan on your own, then compare your results with the expert study notes to enhance your insight and double your knowledge.

In Study the Bible Six Easy Steps you'll learn:

- The benefits and value of studying the Bible

- How to choose the right type of study for different needs and circumstances

- A step-by-step plan to complete your Bible study

- How to use helpful resources that will enhance your study

- A checklist to start your next Bible study

Study the Bible - Six Easy Steps is a clear and concise guide for people who want to grow spiritually by engaging God's Word. If you're looking for a practical plan, simple study tools and a coach who's concerned that you "get it," then you'll love Dennis C Stevenson Jr's approach.

Get your copy today and start studying your Bible.

Author: Jamie Arpin-Ricci

Title: The Introvert Writer: Being Your Creative Best By Being Your Truest Self

Are you an introvert with dreams of becoming a successful author? Unlock the power of your true self to take your writing career to the next level.

Are you worried that your introversion is holding you back? Do you dread writer groups and conferences? Are you afraid that you don’t have what it takes to put yourself out there and sell more copies? Author Jamie Arpin-Ricci has decades of experience mentoring professionals on personality types, and now he’s here to help you get the most out of your gifts too.

The Introvert Writer examines how to overcome the common obstacles of introversion and how to capitalize on your natural strengths. With Arpin-Ricci’s guidance, you’ll learn how to interact with the writing community and sell more copies without draining your energy. Inside this book, you'll find the tools you need to reach your writing potential without sacrificing your true self.

In The Introvert Writer, you’ll discover:

Why being an introvert isn’t a weakness; it’s actually a strength for writers

How to create boundaries and manage expectations for your writing career

How to avoid the common introverted author pitfalls

How to turn your dedication and hard work into tangible results

A treasure trove of inspirational and educational resources, and much, much more!

This must-have resource truly turns the negative stigma of introversion on its head. If you like insights from a leading expert, practical step-by-step guidance, and motivational advice that gives you the courage to take action, then you’ll love Jamie Arpin-Ricci’s inspirational guide.

Buy The Introvert Writer to use the real you to boost your career today!

Brainstorm readers’ pain points before sitting down to write your description. 

Look at the "Study the Bible" blurb and brainstorm the pain points, then come up with a headline for the blurb. 

Quiet by Susan Cain.

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Author: A.J. Flowers

Title: Soul Bound (Dweller Saga Book 1)

The gods are dying. Thane has served his goddess for thousands of lifetimes, but even he knows that time is running out. There's only one way to save her, to save all of Dweller kind, and it's a suicide mission.

The host is a boy named Jakob. His ancient soul is one of the rare sources of power still recycling in the world of flesh. Thane has taken so many souls to his goddess, but this one could save them all.

It's only when Thane learns the truth of the gods does he deny them their power. Souls aren't recycled. They're destroyed, and his goddess isn't a deity... she's a monster.

Permanently melded with his human host, Thane meets his soulmate, a woman who captures his heart like his goddess never did. He'll do anything to protect her, and the gods know it.

Indulge in the riveting new series by international bestselling author A.J. Flowers, full of norse, viking, and greco-roman myth wrapped up in a world of shifters, gods, and magic! Scroll up and one-click your copy of Soul Bound today!

Author: Joanne Macgregor

Title: Hushed

She wants to leave home. He wants to be free of his past. 

But far from being the perfect escape, the glamorous world of movie-making is starting to look like a trap

When eighteen-year-old Romy Morgan saves the life of Hollywood heartthrob Logan Rush, she’s offered a job as his personal assistant and reinvents herself from top to toe to enter the exciting world of movie-making. 

But as romance sparks between her and her idol, Romy discovers that the movie set is a world of illusions and broken promises. Surrounded by strangers, she’s not sure who to trust. When she uncovers a terrible secret with the power to destroy Logan, Romy will need to choose between love and revenge.

Dive into Hushed today for simmering chemistry, feel-good romance and an unforgettable story that'll hook your head, heart and funny-bone! Great reading for fans of Kasie West, Jenny Han, Stephanie Perkins, Abbi Glines, Morgan Matson and Julie Buxbaum.

“Romy will need to choose between love and revenge.” 

For romance (HEA), always pose the final cliffhanger so that you end with the positive outcome. For most other genres, end with the negative outcome

Does your cliffhanger tie in to the end of you book? How much do you reveal, or how much do you keep close to the vest? 

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Author: Dan Friedman

Title: Don't Dare to Dream: A Gripping Thriller

A successful million-dollar startup is David Pascal's dream. But some people would kill to get a piece of it. 

David didn't want much: a successful startup, a wife, and a family. But a series of bad encounters, partnerships, and a failed relationship drove him to attempt suicide. 

Rick, a good-looking life coach desperate to become the next Tony Robbins, moves in next door and offers to help David get back on his feet, in exchange for help developing a new app. Rick's wife Angela, a beautiful psychology student haunted by her past, becomes David's best friend. But he can't help falling in love with her--which might hurt his relationship with Rick.

An investor pays them millions--but some people would murder for that much money. After it disappears, David's world shatters as he races to stay alive and find the money--before it's too late. Even the FBI can't tell David who to trust, or who wants him dead.

Don't Dare to Dream is Dan Friedman's debut crime thriller. If you like gripping suspense, twists and turns, and unpredictable characters - you'll love Dan Friedman's thrilling ride.

Author: Jamie Davis

Title: The Charm Runner: The Broken Throne Series (book one) 

Smuggling Black Market Magic Can Get You Killed

With magic banned, one chanter has a spell that could change everything

Winnie Durham just wants to make an honest living selling magical items at her beloved store, Charmed, so she can afford to take care of her mother. But when Resolution 84 outlaws magic, Winnie must find a new way to make a living—and fast.

Caught between the law, her mother's escalating medical bills, and a vow to never deal in the dark magic of the Sable trade, Winnie is given an opportunity that's too good to refuse...and hurled into a world that puts her at odds with everything she thought she stood for.

Can Winnie stay ahead of the law long enough to discover the real reason magic was banned?

Make your first character intro sentence short and sweet. 

How do you feel about adjectival subtitles? Yay or nay, and why?

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Author: Andy Peloquin

Title: Trial of Stone: An Epic Fantasy Adventure (Heirs of Destiny Book 1)

A kingdom of death. A war for power and profit. Young heroes caught in the crossfire.

Kodyn expected hardships along his journey to return a kidnapped girl to her father.  Yet harsh deserts and cutthroat bandits prove far less lethal than the foes that await him in Shalandra, the City of the Dead.

In the shadows of golden spires carved from mountain stone, currents of corruption and vice run deep. Priests of the god of death rule with an iron fist, imposing a rigid caste system that elevates some to a life of privilege and condemns others to miserable squalor.

Together with Aisha, a fierce warrior from the north with the mystical ability to speak to the dead, Kodyn must survive the cesspool of high society deceit and betrayal.

Polite smiles hide sharp knives. Killers, criminals, and bloodthirsty cultists lurk around every corner. Can these youths overcome impossible odds to save the realm?

Click now if you love action, intrigue, and heroic deeds that will set your heart racing! For fans of A.C. Cobble, Jeff Wheeler, and Robin Hobb, Heirs of Destiny is a thrill ride on epic fantasy’s darker side.

"If you like intricate world-building, vivid descriptions that transport you to another place, and heart-pounding, visceral fight scenes, then Heirs of Destiny is your book!" – A.C. Cobble, author of Benjamin Ashwood

"A masterfully woven story with wonderfully imagined characters you will not soon forget!" -- Stevie Collier, Author of The Dark Assassin Trilogy

In the Heirs of Destiny series:

Trial of Stone (Book 1) – Jan 22, 2019

Crucible of Fortune (Book 2) –Feb 5, 2019

Storm of Chaos (Book 3) – Feb 19, 2019

Secrets of Blood (Book 4) – Mar 19, 2019

Ascension of Death (Book 5) – Apr 16, 2019

AND BONUS:

The Renegade Apprentice (Book 6) May 14 <--Evren’s Prequel Novella

Author: Sophie-Leigh Robbins

Title: The Best of You

They may be faking their relationship, but they can’t fake the sparks that fly when they’re together.

Desperate to get away from her cheating ex, travel vlogger Holly books a last-minute cruise to the Caribbean, even though the only available packages left are part of a singles cruise. Of course, Holly has no intention of participating in any dating activities. The further away she can stay from love, the better.

Then she runs into Noah, who is equally appalled by the idea of dating anyone after being dumped on his wedding day. They immediately bond over their failed love lives and it doesn’t take long for them to become friends.

When Noah witnesses another passenger hitting on Holly and refusing to take no for an answer, he volunteers to be her fake boyfriend. But as time passes by, they start to realize they are getting more than what they bargained for.

Will Holly accept what’s right in front of her or will she keep running from her dreams?

The Best of You is book eight in the Oceanic Dreams series. This feel-good romantic comedy can be read as a standalone and makes for the perfect beach read. It's filled with laugh-out-loud and swoon-worthy moments.

Books in series:

I Saw Him Standing There by Holly Kerr

Time of My Life by Laura Heffernan

Circle in the Sand by Tracy Krimmer

I Thought it Was You by Kirsty McManus

I Will Follow Him by Holly Tierney-Bedord

Take a Chance on Me by Delancey Stewart

Shut Up and Dance With Me by Monique McDonell

The Best of You by Sophie-Leigh Robbins

Be sure to include your character’s “mission” or the goal that drives them through your book (preferably in the first paragraph). 

How much info about a character makes it intriguing? When are the details too much?

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Author: Audrey Rich

Title: Masquerading Our Love (A Stonehaven High Series Book 1)

Defy my heart or my parents?

Junior year is tough.

A new high school, trying to fit in, schoolwork, family commitments.

It feels like it's too much.

I want a break, an adventure.

When Christopher Cooper saves me from a riptide, I can't believe my luck.

He actually listens, he is so sweet, and he's absolutely gorgeous.

Christopher rocks my world and I think my life is changed for the better.

Don’t bet on it.

Turns out we've stepped into a simmering feud.

One which has kept our families apart for a decade.

And I'm not sure if our young love will be enough to bridge this divide.

As we hide our relationship behind masks I must decide if our budding love is worth losing my parents’ approval...or not.

First-time novelist Audrey Rich imbues Masquerading Our Love with the joy and pain of how teens live life today as they wrestle with love, friendship, and faith in the small Stonehaven town. Thalía, Christopher, and Rich’s entire cast of characters is so vibrant, so alive, that they’re sure to leap off the page—and into your heart.

 Click now to lose yourself in a clean and wholesome, sweet, and heartwarming story filled with angst and drama when two teens in love are determined to stay together...even when it’s forbidden.

 A Stonehaven High Series is a young adult contemporary romance set in sunny South Florida, where the teens of the mega-rich live, play, and fall in love.

The books in the series are stand alone.

Book 1 - Masquerading Our Love

Book 2 - Thinking About Love, Part 1

Book 3 - Thinking About Love, Part 2

Book 4 - Where There's Smoke There's Fire, A Short Story

Junior year at a new high school is tough. Between trying to find a friend, keeping up with schoolwork and family commitments, it feels like too much. I want a break, an adventure.

 So when C C saves me from the riptide, I think my life is changed for the better. Don’t bet on it. I finally meet a gorgeous guy who actually listens to me. And, of course, he belongs to a feuding enemy family…

 For over a decade, the rift has kept our two dynasties at each other’s throats. I’m not sure if we can keep our forbidden romance under masks. And I worry our young love isn’t strong enough to bridge the divide.

Before our secret is revealed, I must decide if I can stomach losing my parents’ approval in the pursuit of love.

Masquerading Our Love is the first sun-soaked YA romance novel in A Stonehaven High Series. If you like lifestyles of mega rich teens, heartwarming love stories, and small-town South Florida settings, then you’ll fall head over heels for Audrey Rich’s wholesome coming-of-age tale.

What call to action would you use for Abigail's rewrite?

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