Kristin Smith: anthology

Tuesday, March 12, 2019

Kissing in the Rain Releases & Updates!

Hi everyone!

I'm almost embarrassed to post on here because it's been SO long. And for that, I apologize.

I have some fun things to share, but FIRST, Kissing in the Rain (A Seasonal Romance Anthology from Literary Crush Publishing) releases today! You can find my novella, A Blueprint for Love, in the collection!

Story Blurb:

When stubbornly single Jenna Harris arrives in Eureka Springs, Arkansas for her best friend’s destination wedding, the only thing on her mind is performing her maid of honor duties. But for Chase Anderson, a handsome writer turned Ryde driver who’s in the Ozarks for some much needed relaxation and inspiration, the high-powered architect turns out to be just the type of inspiration he needs. Now he only needs to convince her.

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This was such a fun story to write. After focusing on action-packed sci-fi stories in the Deception Game series, it was a nice change of pace to slow it down and work on my first love—romance. All of the novellas have the theme of Kissing in the Rain and are considered sweet, clean love stories. I'm happy to be a part of this anthology!

OTHER NEWS:

If you follow me on social media, then you probably already know about this. Catalyst was named as a 2018 IAN Book of the Year Award Finalist in the Young Adult category! I was super excited to get this cool little badge for my book. I love the way it looks. Don't you??

In other news, Catalyst is making its television debut! :) My publisher was recently contacted by an NCIS New Orlean's set director, asking if they could use some of their books in a scene on NCIS. The set director chose Catalyst to be placed in an NCIS agent's daughter's bedroom. I was thrilled when I heard the announcement! I'm not sure when it will air, but if I find out, I'll let you know!

Here are some of the books that were chosen:

Also, I recently attended Teen Bookfest by the Bay in Corpus Christi, Texas as a featured author. It was an amazing experience. I flew there a day early so I could spend all day on Friday doing author visits at a local high school. Shaila Patel (another YA author from Charlotte) and I did three presentations together to a very respectful and attentive group of students. I loved their questions and their insights! Then on Saturday, during the Bookfest, I participated in three author panels and signed books throughout the day. I loved interacting with readers, especially those who are writers themselves! The TBFBay team was beyond amazing. They thought of EVERYTHING to make us authors feel welcome and appreciated. I can't wait to go back next year!

Last, but not least, FEARLESS, the third book in the Deception Game series, releases in paperback on March 19th! That's only a week away! And right now, I'm doing a preorder incentive for those who choose to preorder.

To enter: Preorder your paperback copy of Fearless from the retailer of your choice, send me Proof of Purchase or post a pic of your purchased book on social media and tag me. Two winners will receive a $10 Amazon gift card, Fearless bag, custom keychain from The Book Swag Shop, butterfly necklace, bookmarks, and swag.

And to get you in the mood for the upcoming release of FEARLESS, here are a couple teaser quotes for you! A BIG thanks to my friend and CP, Leandra Wallace, for creating these awesome promo graphics for me. She's SO talented!!! <3

And that's all I have! Thanks for stopping by! Hope everyone is having a great 2019 so far. What have you been up to?

Thursday, September 29, 2016

Book Trailer for Catalyst and Happy Release Day Circuits & Slippers!

Many of you may have already seen the book trailer for Catalyst circulating around social media, but in case you missed it, here it is!

Also, my publisher is currently doing a Goodreads giveaway. If you'd like a chance to win a FREE ARC (Advanced Reader's Copy) of Catalyst, you can enter HERE. But there's only a couple more days left, so hurry if you want to enter!

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Catalyst releases in less than 2 months! Can you believe it?? If you don't want to miss any of the latest news, giveaways, parties, etc., be sure to sign up for my newsletter. You can do so HERE.

And if you haven't already done so, be sure to add Catalyst to Goodreads HERE. Thank you!

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Now, it's time for me to share something I'm super excited about. Circuits and Slippers releases today which is the anthology book that features PRINA AND THE PEA, the short story written by my amazing critique partner, Leandra Wallace. And guys, let me tell you, this story is SO GOOD!

Blurb:

A collection of retold fairy tales with a science fiction twist.

Rapunzel is a soldier, the last remaining member of the human race, locked in a zoological tower on an alien planet. Doctor Belle must remain in quarantine with a powerful politician who has contracted a beastly disease. Jack sells his arm for a chance up the Stalk, the space elevator he hopes will take him to his fortune.

These twenty stories will take you across the galaxy, exploring new technology alongside aliens and cyborgs, princes and evil stepmothers, and telling your favorite classic tales like you've never seen them before.

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About the Author:

Bio: Leandra Wallace lives in the Midwest with her husband and son (both of whom she thinks are adorable). She writes MG & YA speculative fiction, and has short stories included in Brave New Girls: Tales of Girls and Gadgets, Circuits & Slippers, and the 2017 Young Explorer's Adventure Guide. She loves ampersand collecting, old buildings, and curling up on the couch with a good book, especially when there's no housework hanging over her head.

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Huge congrats to Leandra and all the other authors in this amazing anthology!! Here are some pics to help celebrate the release of Circuits and Slippers, but more specifically, Prina and the Pea!