“Solstice is one red-hot read—it intrigues, sizzles, and
satisfies.” —Cynthia Leitich Smith, New
York Times bestselling author
I'm guest blogging over on Tor.com today, talking about my inspirations for SOLSTICE that made it onto the cover. (Yes, some are totally nerdy, but did you expect anything less?) By the way, do you guys read Tor.com? The place is filled with the best posts ever, and I am super honored to be guest blogging there today!
I want to offer up a special thank you to the bloggers who are helping me spread the word about SOLSTICE today! You guys are seriously the best, and I owe you all margaritas!
About SOLSTICE:
Piper's world is dying. Each day brings hotter temperatures and heat bubbles that threaten to destroy the earth. Amid this global heating crisis, Piper lives under the oppressive rule of her mother, who suffocates her even more than the weather does. Everything changes on her eighteenth birthday, when her mother is called away on a mysterious errand and Piper seizes her first opportunity for freedom.
Piper discovers a universe she never knew existed—a sphere of gods and monsters—and realizes that her world is not the only one in crisis. While gods battle for control of the Underworld, Piper’s life spirals out of control as she struggles to find the answer to the secret that has been kept from her since birth.
Yes, I also want to share the full dust jacket of SOLSTICE because I can't stop looking at it :)
I admit to being a total dork. My editor sent me some beautiful copies of the cover, and I couldn't help but take this picture while at my local Barnes & Noble. Any guesses as to which book I covered up to take the picture? :)
Solstice, not yet published, but already in the wild!
Thank you all so much for all your support! And what better way to celebrate than with a contest? How about three awesome prizes: 2 sets of five books each for US residents, and a $20 gift card to the online bookstore of your choice open to everyone (so long as I can easily buy it for you if you are international).
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Good luck, and thank you all! Okay, do you mind if we look at the cover just one more time?
xxx-ooo
33 comments:
*gasp* The most gorgeous cover maybe ever! *faints* Seriously, I'd grab that off the shelf even if I knew nothing about it. I'm so excited for you!
Congrats on the cover, it looks great!
Aw, thank you guys so much!
Great cover!!! Love all the colors and detail. I'm looking forward to reading your Tor.com blog post for the inspirations.
Can't wait to read the book.
Congratulations! That is an absolutely stunning cover. It sure does make me want to read the book.
I love your cover so much. And I love SOLSTICE so much. Reading it made me hot! ;)
Love the cover. So excited for you Tricia!
Your book cover is AMAZING!!!
This cover is beyond awesome!
I LOVE this cover!! Congrats on the book - I'm definitely looking forward to reading it!
Yay, PJ! I LOVE it! Congrats on another awesome cover for SOLSTICE! So excited!
HOLY STUNNING COVER BATMAN!!
Wow, what a nice thing to see as I come out of the writing recovery cave. I'm so excited for you, and you are AWESOME.
Oh wow. Just fabulous!!!!! I adore the cover. You must be thrilled.
I just love this book so much!
I've read this book back in January 2012 has it changed at all with the new release?
Ah, thank you guys so much for all the cover love!!!!! It makes me so happy!
Sarah, I plan to blog in the next couple weeks about what kinds of changes I made. Yes, it's changed (mostly character development stuff). But the overall story is definitely the same. :)
PJ!!! This cover is so awesome!! I am in love with it. Imagine, a girl in shorts, not a flowy dress!! About time.
Shelley
Having read Solstice before, I can certainly say this HOT new cover is very fitting. The cover artist did a wonderful job bringing your world and Piper to life on the cover :-)
Yay I'm so happy for you! It is awesome to follow indie authors and watch as they get that publishing deal from a major publishing house.
Congrats! Can't wait to see it on shelves everywhere.
That is one HOT looking cover! Beautiful! You should be proud!!
xo
Kiki
That really is one very amazing cover! I hope you celebrated with a LITTER of wine!! ha!!!
Love your cover and congratulations on your guest blog over at TOR!
Guys, thank you all so much for the cover love! Your support makes me smile!
Barrie, I will definitely partake in many a LITTER of wine :)
I found my way to your awesome blog via Elana Johnson, and am ecstatic about your cover! It is so beautiful! I can't wait to one day be in the same place. :)
You've got a new follower! I can't wait to see all your new adventures with this book!
What's in a Name?
Thank you so much for visiting and for the cover love, Jessica! It is great to meet you!!!!!
Ooooooohhhhhh! I LOVE it!!!! Love the swirly electric vibe and the colors just pop off the shelf. Love the floaty title font (cool) and that girl looks ready to take on some serious trouble. :-) It's a great cover. Congrats!!
Thank you, Lena! I love what they did with the cover. It totally draws me in, and I wrote the book! :)
awesome :)
Thank you, Eli!
I know they say don't judge a book by its cover, but if I'd seen Solstice on the shelf, I would've definitely picked it! I love the design! ;D
I know they say don't judge a book by its cover, but if I'd seen Solstice on the shelf, I would've definitely picked it! I love the design! ;D
I know they say don't judge a book by its cover, but if I'd seen Solstice on the shelf, I would've definitely picked it! I love the design! ;D
I'm so glad, Seph! Thanks for stopping by!
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