It’s official! We combined elements of the two cover concepts to create this beauty. I’m thrilled. I’m in the process of writing press releases and tweaking my Facebook event for the book launch. I’m wrapping up final edits and will be working on interior formatting this weekend.
My goal is to have the proof in hand before the end of March so I can do a rush order for the April book launch party.
Onward!
So very excited that my cover artist sent me these last week. We’ve decided on a concept that actually combines the best of both… the blue color scheme, more of the corn stalks, switching the flags (Gretchen is Union, Karl is Confederate)… but ultimately we’re going with the left cover.
I’m so excited you guys! This is happening!
If you’re in the Columbus, OH area, you’re invited to the book launch party. I hope to see you on April 15 from 2:30 – 4:30 PM for snacks and beverages and fun times in general!
Check out my Facebook event for more information..
This time last year, I had been married a month. As such, I forgot it was Haunting Miss Trentwood’s five year publication anniversary! Sad face. This year, I contacted a local cover designer for my belated celebration of this book making its way into the world. Next month, I’ll talk about how the process went with a new cover designer.
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Here is the newly updated back cover blurb:
Witty, secluded Mary is reeling after her father, Trentwood, passes away and returns in ghostly form. Despite the ghost’s constant prodding, Mary lives in their aging English countryside manor house with only her aunt and their servants for company.
But their quiet home carries secrets even from Mary and Trentwood. When Hartwell, a London lawyer, arrives at their doorstep claiming someone is blackmailing his sister, Mary stumbles into a mystery that forces her to revisit memories and rethink her future.
As Mary and Hartwell seek the blackmailer, each learns about the importance of opening one’s heart to trust and betrayal. Haunting Miss Trentwood is a light gothic tale (think Legend of Sleepy Hollow meets Casper the Friendly Ghost) written from varied perspectives. Readers will be entertained by bright dialogue and encouraged to reflect on the universal themes of dealing with parents and disappointing relationships, and learning to love again.
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