Some admin stuff...

Hey there its Brandy. I'm popping on Mel's blog to put a couple of things out.

First up, its July. Yeah crazy that half the year is already over. And yes I'm sure you're like "We know its July Brandy. Why are you telling us?" Well that's because July bring a couple of changes to the blog.

Mel is in the process of updating her website with a brand new look and the blog will be rolled into it. With the changes taking effect in the next couple of months we decided there would be no scheduled guest bloggers for a while. I wouldn't be surprised if one pops up now and then but I will not be actively looking for or scheduling guest authors or bloggers.

Also now that its July, I'm moving at the end of the month. I'm heading from CO to WA. Since I'm Mel's PA and I handle guest bloggers and reviewers and a more, those things will be placed on hiatus. Once I'm settled in my new hacienda we'll see where things stand and decide what will be picked back up.

You may have noticed I said reviewers in that last part. While we love sending books out for review there has been a change in how reviews are being seen especially on Amazon. You may have noticed the new term on reviews: Amazon Verified Purchase.  What that means is the person who reviewed the book, bought the book. It wasn't given to them by the author or whomever (review site) and they aren't part of a Street Team (a group of people basically on the author's side and destined to give a good review). We will still be sending books for review at some point but Mel and I need to sit down and discuss how to handle it.


That's about it for now. I'm sure I had more to say and let you all in on but I got distracted by the show I'm watching. lol


Hope you have a great day. Oh and if you have any questions for me shoot me an email at either contact@melissaschroeder.net or authoraccomplice@gmail.com

All Kinds of Harmless News

A LITTLE HARMLESS FASCINATION
AMAZON  ARe  B and N SMASHWORDS
YAY, A Little Harmless Fascination is not only selling well, it is also getting a lot of great reviews. On top of that, it has broken the top 100 on Barnes and Noble. I haven't done that with one of my self-pub books, so I am uber excited about that. Here are what some reviewers are saying about it:

The great Hawaii setting, the wonderful cast of current and past characters whose lives all seem to overlap, the snappy dialog, and the hotter than hot sex scenes mixed with some BDSM elements makes this a must read offering from Melissa Schroeder. -Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews


I loved everything about it-Rho Knows Romance




A Little Harmless Fascination is just as hot and sexy as the other books in the series! -Ladybug Storytime


“A Little Harmless Fascination” is one of my favorite of the Harmless series. It has some incredibly hot moments as well as some wonderfully tender ones. It is a great romantic read. Jennifer, Romantic Novel News


Other news...


A LITTLE HARMLESS SUBMISSION
EBOOK-
AMAZON
PRINT
AMAZON  B and N  Book Depository  BAM

I am nearing the end of my KDP and I can say that I probably won't do it again for another Harmless books. I had to pull it off all the other sites and give it to Kindle exclusively. I think I gained some new readers out of it, but not worth it to leave all my non kindle readers out of the loop. 
I cannot put it up for free for a limited period of time at B and N. I can finagle my way into getting a shorty up there for free, but that will stay there for free forever and I cannot do that will a full book. So, to show my appreciation for my readers, I am going to put ALH Submission on sale for .99 the weekend after it goes off of KDP. That will be May 18,19, and 20 and then it will go back up to the new price of 2.99! That will be with every retailer. 
If you are a kindle reader and have not used your free borrow book, you have just a few more days to get it for free. 
For those of you who are into print, it is everywhere now. The links are up above for those of you who shop different places. 




INFATUATION
AMAZON

Now you can buy the first A Little Harmless Military Romance in print! It also include an entire chapter of By Blood: Desire at the end! 
Right now, it is only available at Amazon. To distribute it out further, I would have to raise the price to 7.25. That is kind of high for a short novel. But, it also means that I can't have it in book depository. if there are a lot of people interested, let me know. If I get enough emails, then I will consider it. 






POSSESSION

I am going to be finishing this completely up tomorrow, come hell or  high water. Then, I will be editing it this week. I hope to have it out by mid to late May. Again, this will go on sale at .99. If I can still make a profit, I will be keeping all my books under 40K this price. 






That's it for now. I am exhausted from our move, but I hope to have the house completely in order by next week. Or the one after that. Maybe. I hope everyone has a great Sunday!

Chatting with Righteous Perverts...and reviews

I will be chatting tonight with Righteous Perverts at 8 pm central time! I will be talking about The Last Detail and my upcoming Harmless releases. Oh, and all about my other persona, Kiera West.  Make sure you come on by for the fun tonight.

The Last Detail is already getting some great reviews:

The Romance Reviews give The Last Detail a Top Pick
So, I thought that THE LAST DETAIL had it all, fantastic world building, an interesting story, steamy sex, and a sweet HEA. -Rho








The romantic aspects were perfectly balanced amongst the high octane action and I found myself ripping through the pages on my way to a very satisfying conclusion.  This is my first time reading a sci-fi based story by Ms. Schroeder but it definitely won't be the last. Joder, Words of Wisdom


This is really a fabulous little story. There is romance, adventure, suspense, mystery, and some seriously hot passion. Smitten With Reading


At the heart, The Last Detail is an erotic romance that delivered on all cylinders. Geeky Blogger Book Blog


The scorching sex scenes will have you turning down your ac to make it cooler for you.  Lush Book Reviews

Reviewers for ARCS needed

Yes, I do have to write a post about the cons. I will be comparing them, so I am sure someone will be unhappy with me.
But, I wanted to give you a heads up. Brandy Walker, as many of you know, is my new personal assistant and we are getting organized. I have some big news coming, which I am freaking out about a little, but Brandy is talking me down from the ledge every now and then.
But, if you are a reader who reviews on Amazon, B and N, or Goodreads, or you have a blog or review site, we want your info. Here is what Brandy needs from you:

I'm working on the ARC list for Mel, logging in the emails I've gotten so far. This is the information I'm looking for. Name, email, Twitter (if you have it), eReader, Format Preference, yes or no for leaving reviews on Amazon, BN & Goodreads, Blog name if you have one. 

Email this all to her at Contact@melissaschroeder.net. Thanks

Early Reviews and stuff

I have been a bad writer. Actually, I have been a good writer, but a bad blogger. I have been super busy trying to get ahead before our move to Alabama later this spring. I know I will never do all I want to do, but I want to at least to attempt to stay on target. We all know that I will be forever behind, lol.

I'm getting some great advanced reviews for my upcoming release of The Spy Who Loved Her. Here are a few snippets:

Oh, whenever I get a book from Melissa Schroeder in my hand, I know I’m in for a wonderful read and this one proves that she’s still an author goddess!!  Val, Love Romances and More

Loved this book. Emily, Sensual Reads

 I loved watching Daniel and Anna try to deny their feelings, while at the same time acknowledging the crazy feelings swirling inside.  Lori, Don't Talk, Just Read

Also, through the first week of release, The Spy Who Loved Her is only 3.85 at SAMHAIN. Yes, you read that right! It is normally 5.50 so that is a bargain! And, be sure to check out the updated webpage on my site!

One more thing, please join my Melissa Schroeder FAN PAGE for the big old contest I will be doing next week when The Spy Who Loved Her releases. I will have guest authors who will be giving away a lot of things and I will be giving a 100 dollar GC on top of it all!

Review Copies of The Spy Who Loved Her available

Hey, everyone. I have the ARCs of The Spy Who Loved Her, a historical in my Once Upon an Accident series. Now, you have to have do one of the following:

Review for a site (Joyfully Reviewed, FAR, etc)
Have a personal blog where you post reviews
Post reviews on Amazon, B and N, goodreads, etc.

Here is the info:
The Spy Who Loved Her (Book 3, Once Upon an Accident)
March 8th
62000 words, historical romantic suspense

To keep her safe, he will not only have to risk his life, but also his heart.
Once Upon an Accident, Book 3
Lady Anna was once considered the catch of the season. Now, three years after she fell for a man who tried to murder her cousin, she eases her guilt with charity work at an orphanage. Until her mother insists she do her duty.
Attending her cousin’s ball is irritating enough. It’s her one dance with Daniel, the unscrupulous Earl of Bridgerton, that rubs her nerves raw. And oddly leaves her senses on the edge of arousal.
The ton sees Daniel as a scoundrel. In truth, like centuries of Bridgertons before him, he leads a vast network of spies, protecting England from her worst enemies. His resolve never to marry means the one woman he’s always wanted—Lady Anna—is off limits. Especially now that his father’s murderer is coming after him as well.
At first, Anna wonders if Daniel was put on this earth just to annoy her. It’s only when she finds him injured that his mask begins to fall away—and so do the barriers between them. But their flaring passion puts her right where Daniel didn’t want her. Next on a killer’s list.

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Product Warnings

This book contains spies, musicales, men who think they know everything, women who know they do not, naughty liaisons, matchmaking mamas, and a seduction that will curl your toes.

 

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This is NOT for regular readers. I will be doing a contest closer to the release for that.  I have a very limited amount of review copies available so this offer won't be around long.

If you are interested, EMAIL ME, and tell me the following:

 

Your Name

Your Blog Name, Review site you work for, and/or if you post on the larger sites.

What format you need(PDF, PRC, PDF Sony, HTML, RB, LIT, IMP)

When you think you can have the review done by.

 

Thanks,

Mel