Hey, there everyone! I’m going to do something a little different with this mid-month check-in and answer a few burning questions you all have been asking as well as recap The Cogsmith’s Daughter Book Launch Blog Tour, so you can catch up on any posts you missed.
So here we go:
When is the paperback being released?
Fingers crossed – the end of next week (or beginning of the following week). I have finally sorted out the issues with my print-on-demand distributor, and all I have to do is wait for my updated files to be accepted. This should take roughly three business days.
Where can I buy the paperback?
On all the same online retailers as you find the ebook AND on my site. I’ll have a PayPal link in the blog sidebar (pending any more unforeseen technological issues, of course!).
Can I get a signed paperback copy?
YES! I will be selling signed copies directly from my website.
When will the sequel be coming out?
Sometime in 2016. If you want to be the FIRST to hear about it (and read it), you can sign up for my author newsletter HERE.
If you have any other questions, please leave them in the comments, shoot me an email, or get in touch via social media.
The Cogsmith’s Daughter Book Launch Blog Tour Recap
Monday, October 12 | What the Heck is Steampunk Dystopian, Anyway?
In this post, hosted by the wonderful Kate Evans, I explain the basics of both the steampunk and dystopian genres, as well as what attracted me to a “steampunk dystopian” mash up.
Tuesday, October 13 | The Evolution of The Cogsmith’s Daughter: From First Draft to Final Product
Here, I’m hosted by Ula, and I share how I went about writing my first draft as well as some “trivia” about how the final book differs from my first draft.
Wednesday, October 14 | Desertera: Conception and Construction
Zach asked me how I came up with the idea for Desertera, my novel’s world, as well as how I went about building it. In this post, all is revealed!
Thursday, October 15 | How I “Became” a Writer (and Stumbled Upon the Idea for My Novel)
Charles wanted to know more about my background as a writer and how I came up with the idea for The Cogsmith’s Daughter. This one goes way back, folks.
Friday, October 16 | Author Hall of Fame Introduction
Chris the Story Reading Ape was kind enough to add me to his Author Hall of Fame. As my introduction, I talk about how my sociology background influences the purpose behind my writing.
DON’T FORGET – As part of the blog tour, you can enter my Goodreads giveaway for your chance to win one of three signed copies of The Cogsmith’s Daughter – enter HERE.
Now…on to the normal check-in. I’ll keep it brief!
WRITING
Writing has taken a backseat to promoting my book launch and my new day job. I’m seriously considering doing NaNoWriMo to force myself back into it (after all, it worked out well last year!), but I’m not sure if I will or not.
BUSINESS
Beyond the blog tour, I’ve been trying to lay out specific plans and schedules for a few other projects I have in mind.
MARITAL
All good here. Daniel’s been super supportive during my book launch, despite his own obligations with school. Though, I think we could both use a week off to rest!
HEALTH/WELLNESS
Migraines are down, but still existent. Healthy eating is…less existent. I am walking two miles a day, thanks to my new public transport commute, so at least I’m getting some exercise!
All right. I think that does it for me! I hope you all are having a great October, and I wish you all the productivity and accomplishment you deserve!
How are your new year’s resolutions going? Have you been keeping up with your own writing goals? Share your progress and/or commiserate as needed!
Kate M. Colby 
This sounds like an amazing journey, can’t wait to finish my editing and start my journey as well 😉
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You’ll do great! It’s very difficult, but also very satisfying. 🙂
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Thank you so much 🙂
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