Promo Day 2014

The big day has finally arrived! Today is Promo Day!

It's been months of hard work organising this event but it's totally worth it. If you haven't registered yet it's still not too late. Go to The Promo Day website now and join in the fun.

You can also connect via social media using the hashtag #PD14

As tomorrow is Promo Day I thought I'd set up some special discount offers to celebrate. One day just didn't seem enough though so I set up a second discount day for 1st June too ;)

Amazon.co.uk

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Box-Jo-Linsdell-ebook/dp/B00J91VBTA/

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Virtual-Book-Tours-Effective-Promotion-ebook/dp/B00ELNAQ92

Amazon.com

http://www.amazon.com/Box-Jo-Linsdell-ebook/dp/B00J91VBTA/

http://www.amazon.com/Virtual-Book-Tours-Effective-Promotion-ebook/dp/B00ELNAQ92

Reviews are much appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Coming Soon: How to be Twittertastic by Jo Linsdell

I'm super excited to announce that my book How to be Twittertastic will be released 1st July 2014.

This book is the first in the Writers and Authors Guide to Social Media series and will teach writers and authors how to use Twitter.

From tips for setting up an effective Twitter profile to tactics and strategies for leveraging your Twitter account to help increase your influence, get relevant new followers, and build your author brand, this book will be a must read for both Twitter newbies and more experienced users.

How to be Twittertastic will give you the ability and confidence to navigate Twitter and turn it into a powerful marketing tool.

Here's just a few of the things you'll find in the book:

Ideas of what you can tweet to your followers
Simple ways you can connect with your audience and potential readers
Twitter terminology explained
How to leverage Twitter through third party apps

Those of you taking part in Promo Day on Saturday 31st May will get to an exclusive first look at the cover design during the event.

The official cover reveal will take place on 2nd June. Would you like to join in the fun and take part? Email me to organise your stop.

Children's book 'The Box' featured at Book Goodies Kids

The Box is featured today on the Book Goodies Kids blog at http://bookgoodieskids.com/the-box-by-jo-linsdell/

Screenshot of Book Goodies Kids blog

Help spread the word about it using the tweet below:

The Box by Jo Linsdell @JoLinsdell - "Because a box is just a box, except when it's not." Join in the creative fun... http://t.co/kLrsmE3Gog
— BookGoodiesKids (@BookGoodiesKids) May 23, 2014

I've been busy illustrating the second book in the Jasmine Dreams series for author Maria Rochelle and I'm super excited to share that Jasmine the Chef will be released soon both in print and kindle versions.

I love these little dogs and in this book you get introduced to some more of Jasmine's friends.

Here's the cover:

Look out for it on Amazon soon!

You can get the first book in the series, Jasmine At Work in both kindle and print formats.

The Box continues to collect 5 star reviews. The latest review comes from Cheryl Malandrinos who has kindly posted it to both her blog (see http://childrensandteensbookconnection.wordpress.com/2014/05/16/the-box-by-jo-linsdell) and on Amazon and Goodreads.

Screenshot from The Children's and Teen's Book Connection blog

Have you read The Box yet? If yes, please take a minute to post your own review of it. I love to hear your feedback ;)

If you enjoyed The Box please also consider voting for it on this Goodreads list:

https://www.goodreads.com/list/show/13991.Best_New_Children_Book#21569590 (current ranking 23).

Featured Friday

Broken Heart by Martha Ramirez

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About the book

Title: Broken Heart

Author: Martha Ramirez

ISBN: 978-1497464254

Featured Friday: Broken Heart by Martha Ramirez

Purchasing links:

https://amzn.to/3v8HGXW

https://www.createspace.com/4716323?ref=1147694&utm_id=6026

Book blurb:

When seven-year-old Stephanie learns her twin, Julia, has a broken heart and the doctors have to mend it, she tries to make sense of things. Doing her best to stay strong, she helps Julia face her fears.

It's up to Stephanie to be Julia's biggest cheerleader. If she had only one wish, it'd be that doctors would fix Julia's heart and make it all better.

Will Stephanie get her heart's desire?

Author bio:

In addition to writing, Martha is a 2012 Genesis Semi-Finalist, a member of ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers), YALITCHAT.ORG, the Muse Conference Board, CataNetwork Writers, and American Author's Association. Her articles have appeared in various places including the Hot Moms Club and For Her Information (FHI) magazine.

She looks forward to expanding her career and is hard at work on her next novel. She currently resides in Northern California where she enjoys gardening and kickboxing (not simultaneously). Visit her website at: www.MartzBookz.com

Author website and blog:

www.MartzBookz.blogspot.com

wwww.MartzBookz.com

Praise for

Broken Heart

"Martha Ramirez has crafted an engaging, thoughtful and instructive tale about a young girl going through heart surgery. Broken Heart is suitable for elementary school ages as not only an endearing story but also a good teaching tool for children undergoing hospitalization or surgery of any kind."

—Jordyn Redwood, pediatric ER nurse and author of the Bloodline Trilogy.

"Broken Heart is a delightful story that will help children with congenital heart problems, as well as their families, better cope with the process of heart surgery."

—Paula Lasky Price, PA-C, MPH

"Broken Heart written by Martha Ramirez is a positive story for children who are facing the experience of open heart surgery, whether it is they themselves or someone they love. Martha expertly weaves important messages within the story eloquently conveying the importance of trusting in God, one’s parents, prayer and being supportive for other people."

—Rhonda Schwantes, RN.

"Broken Heart is a touching story told through the perspective of Stefanie, a seven year old girl whose twin sister has a heart birth defect. It walks us through this scary process with the endearing innocence of a child. Broken Heart shows children that we might encounter frightening situations, but with family around us we can get through it."

—Paty Vieyra, 3^rd grade teacher

Mini Interview:

Why did you write this book?

Broken Heart was inspired by my experience of open-heart surgery and having to stay strong and pray for the best. In 2013, I was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect we never knew I had.

Anything in particular you'd like to share about this book or its creation?

This book is dedicated in honor of a dear friend's daughter, Julia. Julia is the main character in Broken Heart. In real life, she too had to undergo open-heart surgery for a heart defect. Just like Julia, my heart defect was not discovered at birth. Unlike Julia, it was discovered many, many years later. It is also dedicated to those who are facing their own heart journeys. Stay heart strong. Always believe.

What can we expect to see from you in the future?

I will be releasing the new Gonzo the Curious Cat children's picture book soon. It's totally revamped with new illustrations. Can't wait to share it with all of you! I hope to also get some of my young adult novels in print in the future as well.

Thank you so much for having me Jo. I greatly appreciate it!