Official Announcement. And other things... :-)

Hi, Everyone!

The next several months, I'm going to be working on the Katon University series at an accelerated pace. I plan to have all of the books written by the time the Indie Author Hub writers conference takes place June 19-20. (You should come, if you want to be a writer, are a writer, and want to meet other writers. Info here. I'm presenting a couple of times. :-))

Anyway. After LTUE (another writers conference) this past February, I sat down and figured out that if I write 2,000 words a day, six days a week, never skipping - even after I finish each book - I'll have finished the entire series by June. This might seem like a lofty goal, but I've been keeping up with it since LTUE, which happened a month ago, and it's been very, very doable. Even with a toddler and all my other duties as a wife and mom.

Why am I doing this? Because after the IAH writers conference, I'm taking a break from the writing world (perhaps not writing itself, but everything else for sure) for a while.

Again, why?

Maybe this shirt I bought my husband will explain it:

:-) We had the first doctor appointment and ultrasound yesterday and got to see the baby's heartbeat. So very exciting!

Here's how I told my husband (pardon my messy penmanship - I had to hurry to write it before he got home from work. :-)):

And that's why I'm taking a break for a while. :-) My pregnancies are pretty difficult - this one has been no different - and with writing and being a mommy, I'm already ready for that break. :-)

My other big announcement is this: Perceive, Katon University Book Two is finished! I'm so very excited. :-) I'll be looking for beta readers pretty soon here, and will be going through my newsletter email list exclusively to find them. If you aren't already a member, sign up here and I'll send you the eBook for Discern, Katon University Book One for free.

Anyway. We're pretty excited. And I'm ready to sleep for thirty hours a day. :-)

February 2015 Author Promotion!

In celebration of the release of my newest teen romance, Midian, several authors and I are teaming up to bring you these fantastic and clean eBooks! :-) We've got something for everyone!

As a side note, if you're interested in reading The Key of Kilenya for me (to give feedback on scenes I've changed), fill out this form here.

Midian, A Kilenya Romance 
Andrea Pearson

ANDREA'S NEW RELEASE

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Midian has lived in Gevkan Castle for almost all of her twenty-five years, growing up alongside Princess Arien. Though timid, she's content in her life and comfortable with the people who surround her. It's not until she meets Kelson, best friend of Prince Dmitri, that she realizes how deep her shyness runs. Kelson is outgoing and wildly flirtatious, pushing Midian away when all he wants is to draw her closer.

Midian's life is put in danger when she's kidnapped by the neighboring king who thinks she's the princess and wants to leverage her life for power and money.

Will Kelson be able to stop the king fast enough, proving his affections for Midian, or will the king's scheming keep them forever separated?

The Manor 
(A Katon University Novella)
Andrea Pearson

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Austin receives a photograph in the mail and quickly discovers something about it isn’t quite right: every time he looks at it, there are changes.

And the changes aren’t good.

The Angel 
(A Katon University Novella)
Andrea Pearson

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Lizzie doesn't know the old whistle she found in a deserted trapper's cabin is possessed. She blows on it, accidentally calling back the spirit of a dead goddess consumed by the desire to snare the person who called her.

When the goddess arrives in the form of a statue, the stillness of Lizzie's mountain retreat is destroyed.

Tides Across the Sea
Lu Ann Staheli

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Set against the background of the exploration of the Aztec civilization, TIDES ACROSS THE SEA, opens in the year 1519, where the passion for adventure and the lust for gold reign in the hearts of both young and old. Fifteen-year-old Felipe is no exception, though his yearning for adventure is tempered by his love for the beautiful Manuela. She wants to marry him, but when Felipe ends up on Cortés’ ship bound for the New World, the young couple is pulled apart. Felipe and Manuela each must find a way to overcome the odds stacked against them if they want to someday reunite.

Bless Your Heart: Low-sodium Recipes for a Heart-healthy Lifestyle
Tristi Pinkston

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Tired of bland, boring low-sodium recipes? Tristi Pinkston brings some spice back into the kitchen with this huge collection of recipes designed to show your heart, and your taste buds, some love.

Season of Sacrifice
Tristi Pinkston

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Sarah Williams is a young Welsh immigrant, coming to Utah to join her sister Mary Ann Perkins and her young family. When the Perkins' are asked to join the San Juan mission to pioneer a trail through Southern Utah, they take Sarah along to help care for the children. But a six-week journey turns into six agonizing months of hard work and toil as the Saints blast their way through a cliff to bring their wagons through what would become the famous Utah landmark "Hole in the Rock." This LDS historical fiction novel is based on the life of the author's great-great-grandfather and accurately depicts the experiences of these intrepid pioneers as they sought to be obedient to a higher call.

For Love or Money
Paige Timothy

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Cynical Morgan has just about decided that no one could possibly fall in love with her - all the good guys want perfect girls, and she's anything but perfect. But then along comes the guy who falls head-over-heels in love with her just as she is and helps her find the bright side of life again. This is book two of the Main Street Merchants series – book one, And Something Blue, is already just .99 all the time.

Behind the Mask (Horstberg Saga #1)
Elizabeth D. Michael (AKA Anita Stansfield) 

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When You’re Hiding For Your Life, What Do You Live For?

Abbi has the gift of dreams. But her uncanny ability to see glimpses of the future has no apparent purpose or meaning until a dream leads her to a man on the brink of despair and destruction. Cameron is a man without a name and without a country, framed for a crime he didn’t commit. Long ago forced into exile and believed dead, the passing of years have defaced him of all hope. The country of Horstberg suffers beneath the weight of tyranny, and only Cameron holds the secret that could see her ruler undone and restore the people to peace and prosperity. While revolution brews and whispers of treason threaten all that is dear to Abbi, she remains unaware of her own ability to answer a nation’s prayers. Trusting only her heart and the power of her dreams, Abbi gives all that she has to lead Cameron back into a civilized world, where love is real and freedom comes only in facing what hides behind the mask.

A Matter of Honor (Horstberg Saga #2)
Elizabeth D. Michaels (AKA Anita Stansfield) 

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When Honor Means More Than Anything To A Man, Can He Sacrifice His Honor For Love?

Captain Lance Dukerk has no doubt that the only woman he ever loved married the right man—even though that man wasn’t him. Yet he longs to have that kind of love in his life and is growing weary of being known as the most eligible bachelor in Horstberg’s military force. When poverty-stricken Nadine Rader arrives at Castle Horstberg, insisting that her young daughter is the legitimate child of the duke, it becomes increasingly evident that the deceased ruler Nikolaus du Woernig left a torrent of disillusionment and heartache in his wake. Inexplicably drawn to Nadine, Lance takes personal charge of seeing that her needs are met as she attempts to piece her life back together. Their mutual attraction quickly merges into something profound, until Nadine discovers that Lance’s connections to Nikolaus go far deeper than she’d ever imagined, and her budding trust in Lance shatters. Nadine’s life becomes more troubling as women who fit her description are brutally murdered, and neither she nor Lance are prepared to face startling evidence that widens the chasm of mistrust between them. While Nadine fights to stay alive, Lance relentlessly tracks the monster responsible for these horrendous crimes, hoping he’ll be in time to protect the one woman he knows he can never live without.

The Superstitious Romance
Anastasia Alexander

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Can Love Survive Friday the 13th?

Friday the 13th has always been unlucky for history professor Camille Britain, and this one doesn't seem any different. In an effort to escape her failed marriage, Camille is renting a cabin in beautiful Island Park, Idaho, where she meets wildlife photographer Jackson Armstrong, who scoffs at her superstitious ways and infuriates her with his offers of help. Camille doesn't need another man—not even one as compelling and attractive as Jackson. Especially when he seems hung up on another woman. And yet Camille can’t deny the passion between them or the way Jackson makes her feel. This Friday the 13th upsets both their worlds by forcing Camille and Jackson to see things about themselves, their families, and each other that might—with a little help—change them forever. Maybe this time superstition is on their side. The Superstitious Romance is a story about a strong woman who feels weak, a man who doubts himself, and a powerful love that changes everything.

Birdlegs
Kenneth R. Tarr

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Sometimes you have to run for your life

At Lincoln High, Nathan Stewart is practically invisible. The only time he is noticed is when his fellow students need someone to torment. Not only do they call him nerd, bookworm, or “Birdlegs,” but they also threaten him with physical violence. The problem has become so serious that two of his main goals in life are to hide his skinny body from his classmates and to escape the constant persecution of the bullies, especially muscle-bound Kit Morrison.
As one of the outcasts at Fremont, Nathan has little hope that the girl of his dreams, Kathy Young, will ever notice him. So he resigns himself to adoring her in secret. The only person who really knows how Nathan feels is his friend in misery, a classmate named Benny Berger, who is hounded and teased for being fat and clumsy. But Nathan has one remarkable ability that has the potential to change everything and win the admiration of that very special girl.

The Change
Teyla Branton

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Death, Life, or Love—Unbounded Always Play for Keeps

There are only two ways to kill Unbounded, and fire isn’t one of them—as law school dropout Erin Radkey learns the hard way. By fluke of a recessive gene, she has become Unbounded, a nearly immortal being with paranormal abilities.  Erin’s Change separates her from her loved ones and alters everything she believes to be true. A week earlier she was considering a marriage proposal; now she contemplates the best way to stay alive. Caught in a battle between two Unbounded groups, the Emporium and the Renegades, she is also hunted by a secret mortal society sworn to eradicate the Unbounded gene. Some will stop at nothing to use Erin as one more pawn in a battle that has spanned centuries. Erin’s undeniable attraction to Ritter Langton, whose family was massacred by opposing Unbounded two hundred and forty years ago, complicates her choices. There are no second chances. Death, life, or love—Unbounded always play for keeps.

This Very Moment (New cover!)
Rachel Ann Nunes

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A Compelling Story of Heartbreaking Loss, Inspiring Faith, and a Newfound Love Strong Enough to Heal All Wounds.

Bill Dubrey is a sought-after plastic surgeon for LA’s prestigious and wealthy, and an equally sought-after bachelor. On the surface it appears he has it all—money, respect, and fame. Yet behind his aloof exterior lurks a tragic past that prevents him from finding lasting happiness.  All that changes on the day Kylee Stewart reenters his life. She alone knows Bill’s secret agony, and she is determined to help him face his past. During the years they’ve been apart, Kylee’s own life has been far from easy, but unlike Bill, she has turned to God in her need, finding a faith to which she desperately clings.  The tentative friendship they begin has Bill rethinking his stark future, yet he keeps his heart in check—afraid to commit, afraid to lose again. During Kylee’s darkest moment, when she needs him most, will he be there for her?

Aliso Creek Romances Box Set 

Heather B. Moore

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Welcome to the Complete Aliso Creek Series Box Set:

Liz, Gemma, Arie, Jess, and Drew have been best friends since creating the “Five” at Aliso Creek High School. But that was over ten years ago, and each is still trying to find that perfect someone . . . if perfect is even possible.

Enjoy reading! And don't forget to fill out that form to read The Key of Kilenya! :-)

My Schedule at LTUE!

Here's where I'll be at LTUE (February 12-14) and on which days:

Thursday:

9:00am: Defining Digital Design: Amanda Sorensen, Justin Kunz, Devon Dorrity, Andrea Pearson, Travis Walton

1:00pm: Description: Drawing the line between too little and too much: Chris Weston, Karen Hoover, Andrea Pearson, Suzanne Vincent, Clint Johnson

4:00pm: Disease & Epidemics: Holli Anderson, Derrick Dalton, Andrea Pearson, Johnny Worthen, Karen Webb

6:00pm: Publishing In The Future: Lisa Mangum, Andrea Pearson, Nathan Shumate, Joe Vasicak, Scott Bascom

Friday:

12:00pm: Publishing In Today’s Market: Jared Barneck, L. E. Modesitt Jr., Jess Smart Smiley, Adrienne Monson, Andrea Pearson

3:00pm: The Elements of Horror Fiction: Virginia Ellen Baker, Steve Diamond, Sarah Seeley, Nathan Shumate, Andrea Pearson

8:00pm: Mass book signing

Saturday:

9:00am: Orson Scott Card and Ender’s Game – Grudge Match: Book Moves and Movie Counter-moves in the ​Movement of Redefining Gender Roles: Jenniffer Wardell, Scott R. Parkin, Andrea Pearson, James Wymore, Brian Lewis

2:00pm: Horror fiction, haunted houses, etc. Why are we so fascinated with being scared?: Sandra Tayler, Steven Diamond, Randi Weston, Andrea Pearson

6:00pm: Writing for Children: Jessica Day George, Julie Wright, J Scott Savage, Andrea Pearson

And in other news, I've completed two new books recently: Bezza's Book of Enchantments and Midian, A Kilenya Romance. I can't wait for both to be released! Bezza will be coming out in April or May (it's going to be illustrated... writing it was the easy part!) and Midian will be coming out in about a month. Yay for new things to read!

Bookmarked Bargains Promotion - November 2014!

Happy eBook promotions! We over at Indie Author Hub are excited to announce our third Bookmarked Bargains event! With 60+ eBooks and 45+ authors, this is our biggest event yet. Each book is heavily discounted or free! We're offering a giveaway for a Readers Party Pack, valued at $160. Come check it out by clicking here!

Also, my latest book, Discern (Katon, 1) has been nominated for an award! I'm so excited. :-) It's a people's choice award and I'd forever love you if you came and voted for it here on Goodreads. (You need to sign in to Goodreads to see the "Vote for this book" button.)

Please consider voting for other books on the list as this award celebrates clean and good books of every genre! :-)

Have fun with that Bookmarked Bargains promotion! :-)

SALE!!!

Announcing the FIRST EVER Andrea Pearson Book Sale! :-)

We're redoing book covers for three of the Kilenya Series books and need to move out old stock. To make this easier for everyone, we've decided to do a sale on any and all of my print books, along with my Kilenya Series charms. Yay for sales! :-)

These prices are better than what you'd get at a book signing, so if you've been thinking about buying the books, now's the time to do it. :-) Plus, I'll be signing and personalizing everything. :-)

What you'll need to do:

1. Read below, then decide what you want
2. Send me an email (telling me which option you want, who to sign the books to, and where to ship them),
3. Pay the PayPal invoice that I'll send OR let me know if you want to pay by credit/debit card over the phone (both will include the cost for shipping and handling), then, 
4. Wait for the books to arrive. :-)

Here is a list of the books and merchandise that are available for this sale:

Kilenya Series:
The Key of Kilenya (Kilenya, 1)
The Ember Gods (Kilenya, 2)
August Fortress (Kilenya, 3)
Rise of Keitus (Kilenya, 4)
Eyes of the Sun (Kilenya, 5)
The Golden symbol (Kilenya, 6)

Other Kilenya Books:
Samara, A Kilenya Romance (one of my best selling eBooks, now in print!)
Kilenya and Grail Bestiary Volume I: Creatures of Grail and Kilenya (illustrated monster book)

Kilenya Merchandise:
Key of Kilenya Charm
Ember God Charm
Key of Ayunli charm (from the cover of Eyes of the Sun. Click here to see that cover.)
COMING SOON (and available for this sale, as you'll see below):
Charms for August Fortress, Rise of Keitus, and The Golden Symbol

Katon University Series:
Discern, (Katon, 1)

And here are the uber-awesome-and-amazing options:

FIRST OPTION:
Buy two print books (any of my full-length books) at $12 each and get one book free.

If you buy the whole Kilenya Series, you're looking at $48 for six books. That's pretty awesome. :-) The books don't only have to be in my Kilenya Series, though, so if you have The Key of Kilenya in print already, you could buy the other five plus Discern, Katon University Book One. Or any other combination of my print books, including more than one copy of a certain book. :-)

Samara, A Kilenya Romance and the Kilenya Monster book aren't full-length books so they won't count for this option.

SECOND OPTION:
Buy the whole Kilenya Series at $12 per book and get all three currently-available Kilenya Series charms (pictures below) for free, along with the Kilenya monster book and Samara, A Kilenya Romance.

THIRD OPTION:
The sampler option! Buy The Key of Kilenya (Kilenya, 1), Discern (Katon, 1), and Samara, A Kilenya Romance (the first Kilenya Romance) for $25.

FOURTH OPTION:
Buy all six Kilenya Series charms for $20 (regularly $5 each)! (We've got the charms for Key of Kilenya, Ember Gods, and Eyes of the Sun finished and are nearing completion on the other three.)

FIFTH OPTION:
Buy one full-length print book for $14 and get it signed and personalized. :-)

SIXTH OPTION:
Don't see something that fits what you want? Email me and we can work something out!

Now that you've seen the options, here's how to put in your order:

Send me an email (ap @ andreapearsonbooks . com) including the following with a subject line of BOOK SALE:

1. Tell me which of the above options you want, including the titles of the books and how many of each
2. Tell me who to sign the books to and where to ship them
3. Give me your PayPal email address so I can invoice you OR tell me if you want to pay by credit/debit card over the phone (you'll need to give me your phone number) 
4. know that you'll need to pay for shipping and handling (if you are a family member or close friend and if you know where my mom lives, we can arrange to have you pick up the books there instead of having me ship them. Unfortunately, I will not be able to deliver books or meet anywhere else.)

PLEASE NOTE:
Stock is low on a couple of the books, and depending on how many orders we get, you may have to wait for us to order more. But don't worry! If you get your order in now, you'll still be eligible for the deal listed here that you requested. :-)


Here are the changes we're making to the book covers:

Rise of Keitus:
Back when we first put the cover together, we couldn't find a real piece of wood that we liked enough for the background, so James Curwen created one using textures and layers and PhotoShop brushes. Neither of us has ever loved it, so we've constantly been on the lookout for something else. Well, we've found that something else and over the next few days, we will be putting together a new cover. :-) Yay!

Eyes of the Sun:
We, uh... forgot to put "Kilenya Series Book Five" on it, even after seeing the proof. :-) Ha ha. Yeah... :-) Hey! Don't hate - those books will be worth billions some day. :-)

The Golden Symbol:
Is getting a complete face lift. And, after looking at these pictures, you'll see why:

'Nuff said. :-)

(And if 'nuff wasn't said, that first cover really ... just didn't match the rest of the series. And you can't even tell it's a door behind the symbol, can you? The new cover features a background picture taken from the same place as the background picture in The Key of Kilenya, which is a nice way to tie off the series. For those who are interested in knowing, that forest is located in the Hoh National Rainforest in Washington state. It's a BEAUTIFUL place! My husband and I went there for our honeymoon. :-))

Here are the finished and completed charms:

I'm still in love with them. :-) Especially that Ember Gods one. :-) And as already stated, we're nearing completion on the rest of the Kilenya Series charms.

Please help me spread the word about this book sale! Share this blog post with friends, family, dogs, neighbors, enemies... pretty much everyone. :-) 

And thanks for your support and friendship!

Andrea