Can I get that in paperback?

Hi!

I've recently been asked if my books are available in paperback.  Unfortunately the answer is no, not yet.

As a self published indie author I chose to publish my novels electronically because I wanted to share them with people and not have them sitting unloved on my computer or in some literary agent's slush pile.  I don't have the budget to fund my own print run so I chose to go the eBook route because it's cost effective and it allows me to reach a global audience.

As a reader I love electronic books.  I'm very impatient and I like the fact that I can spot a book I want to read and have it on my Kindle within just a few minutes.  I admit it's not quite the same holding a real book and feeling the smooth pages between your fingers but eBooks do have the advantage of taking up no space at all in my very cluttered family home!

But what if I don't have an eBook reader?

You don't need a Kindle, Nook or Kobo eReader to read electronic novels.  If you're reading this blog then you already have the necessary equipment.  You can download a free Kindle app to use on your PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or android device.

Get a FREE Kindle app HERE!

Once you have the app you can purchase my novels from Amazon UK or Amazon.com and have them delivered direct to your device.

You can also download my novels in a variety of formats, including ePub and PDF from Smashwords and the following retailers:

Barnes and Noble

WHSmith

Kobo Books

Sony ReaderStore

Diesel eBook Store

I would love to be published in print someday.  I am currently looking for an agent but I haven't found the right person to represent me yet.  If you are an agent or know an agent who might be interested I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at clair@clairlouisecoult.com  In the meantime I'll just keep on writing and publishing electronically, and I hope you'll all keep reading and enjoying my stories.

Clair

You know I have a thing about shoes...

When I'm not writing and looking after the children, I like to make things.  I am a serial crafter.  I am also a shoe addict.  I love shoes, I have far too many shoes but I always find myself needing more.

I love shoes that are a bit different, that stand out from the crowd, like Irregular Choice and Iron Fist but they can be quite expensive and as I have mobility problems, the heels are impossible for me to walk in.  As a crafter I wasn't going to let lack of funds and my disability get in the way.  I thought I'd make some!

I had a pair of green not-too-high heels that I bought in the sale and never wore.  They are comfortable but they didn't really go with any of my clothes so they sat there, unloved in the back of my wardrobe. I raided my stash of Japanese fabrics, watched a few videos on Youtube and sat down with my glue, Exacto knife and sewing kit.  And this is what I made!

I glued the fabric to the heels and cut around the edges with my Exacto knife to neaten it up.  Then I made two bows with buttons at the centre and stitched them onto some shoe clips I bought on eBay.  Ta dah!  My own crazy custom shoes!  I can't wait to wear them!

Do you like vampires?

I have a love/hate relationship with vampires. I love a good Hammer Horror movie and have been known to wear glow in the dark fangs at Hallowe'en, but I've never taken vampires that seriously. I'm not really a Twilight fan, even though my daughter has made me watch all the movies with her, and I only watched Interview with a Vampire because Brad Pitt was in it :)

I recently read some vampire romance and let's just say it wasn't really my thing. I found myself laughing at all the wrong bits and found it all rather tragic. It did however give me an idea...

The Last Bite is a short story about a girl called Seren who has a new job in a new town. She goes to a club and meets the beautiful DJ, Gabriel.  They both have a hidden agenda and who knows what will happen after midnight?

 You can download The Last Bite free from Smashwords. Enjoy!

Angel's Shadow - Pinterest Board

Hi!

I've been busy making another Pinterest board for my forthcoming novel, Angel's Shadow.  There are a few new characters and a few surprises!  Take a look HERE...

I'm kind of addicted to Pinterest.  I love how I can drool over my dream wardrobe of shoes and dresses, learn new crafts, tricks and tips and pick up great new recipes.  I've found I don't need to buy magazines anymore because I can put my feet up, use the Pinterest app on my tablet and check out all the wonderful things my friends are sharing on their boards.  It's also great for hearing about special offers and of course great new books to read from indie authors ;)

Anyway, no rest for the wicked.  I'm back writing again, I'm playing around with idea I've had for a short story about a goth and a vampire, but of course there is a twist...

Angel's Shadow - The Blurb

Hi!

I hope you all enjoyed Read an eBook Week.  Copies of Heaven Knows This Time and Another Perfect Angel were practically flying off the Smashwords servers!  I'm delighted to have reached so many people and I would really appreciate your feedback.  If you have the time to rate my books or leave a little review that would be very much appreciated!

I'm getting closer to releasing Angel's Shadow, the third book in the Heaven Knows trilogy.  Today I wrote the blurb.  It's harder than it looks summarising a whole novel in a few words, especially when you don't want to give the plot away.  What do you think?


Angel's Shadow

Unknown Pleasures are back from their US tour and Angel is glad to have Miles home until her world is rocked by a shocking discovery.  She's pregnant, but Miles isn't the father. 

Tensions are high and Angel struggles to make sense of everything as events unfold.  A singer goes missing, a body is found and Angel wonders if her nightmares hold the key to what happened.  All Miles wants to do is protect her but he's busy fighting his own battles.  Fame has gone to Jamie's head, he's mixing with the wrong people and jeopardising the future of the band. 

Is this the end for Unknown Pleasures?  Will love tear them apart or can Angel and Miles rebuild their unique family.

Angel's Shadow is the third book in the Heaven Knows Trilogy.

Angel's Shadow - Sneak Preview

Hi!

I hope you're enjoying Read an eBook Week!  I've been busy putting the finishing touches on the third book in the Heaven Knows trilogy.

It's called Angel's Shadow and it's a little darker and more intense than the previous two books.  The characters struggle with some pretty challenging issues but as always there is romance, drama and a few funny moments.

It's not quite ready for release just yet.  I've still got run through it one last time to check for those elusive typos but here's a little teaser from the first chapter...

Angel's Shadow

My finger was shaking as I typed the number into my phone.  Fear was consuming me but I knew this was something I had to do and it really couldn't wait.  I hit dial and waited for an answer.  The phone rang three times before someone picked up.  I tried to speak but my mouth was dry.  I coughed to clear my throat, I could barely bring myself to say the words.

"Hi, my name is Angel Denby.  I'd like to make an appointment for a termination, please."  My voice sounded squeaky and strange.  

"Certainly.  Have you had the pregnancy confirmed?" the receptionist asked me.

"Yes, my GP ran a test and it was positive," I replied.

"And how far along are you?"

"5 weeks."

"OK, would 9:45 on Tuesday morning be suitable for you?"

"Yeah, that's great.  Thank you."

I sighed in relief.  I felt so shaky, my knees gave way and I collapsed onto the sofa in my apartment.  I was so scared.  I didn't want to be doing this but I had no choice.  I took a deep breath and tried to calm myself down.  I hardly had chance to collect my thoughts before the apartment door opened.

"So this is where you've been hiding!" said Miles as he walked in carrying our one year old daughter, Scarlet, in his arms.  I reached across the coffee table and quickly closed the lid of my laptop so Miles wouldn't see the abortion clinic website on the screen.

"Mumum!" Scarlet babbled and held her arms out to me.  I smiled and took her from Miles.

"So how was toddlers?" I asked.

"It was good.  Scarlet was running around with a dolls pram most of the time, weren't you?  She had her juice and a biscuit but she wasn't brave enough to try the slide."

"Aw, never mind Scarlet, maybe next week, eh?" I said, kissing her head.  She gave me a big cheeky grin.  I smiled back at her.  She was such a happy baby.  I loved being a mum to her, which made what I was doing even harder, but there was no way I could let this pregnancy continue.  The sooner it was over the better.

Read an eBook Week

It's Read an eBook Week and I'm joining in with a special promotion on Smashwords.  From 3rd - 9th March my novels Heaven Knows This Time and Another Perfect Angel will be FREE to download.

Follow the links and use the code RW100 at checkout.

Heaven Knows This Time - Book 1 Heaven Knows Trilogy

When the shy and quiet, 15 year old Angela Blackman is sent to the head teacher's office she doesn't expect to find love in the form of the 17 year old eccentric millionaire, Simon Wetherall. Upon discovering a shared love for the post punk band Joy Division, Simon sweeps Angela off her feet and they embark on a rather unusual affair, but the course of true love runs anything but smoothly. Angela discovers a whole new circle of friends within the alternative music scene but she finds herself having to grow up fast to deal with trials and tragedies that fate brings her.

Another Perfect Angel - Book 2 Heaven Knows Trilogy

Angel is finally with Miles, the man of her dreams, but the course of true love never runs smoothly. Miles is hiding a secret from his past and how will Angel cope when she finds herself unexpectedly pregnant with his child? It seems like the world is scheming against them with an ex causing trouble and a stranger threatening to steal her fortune. Is their love strong enough to conquer all?

Another Perfect Angel is the sequel to Heaven Knows This Time.



Happy read an eBook week!