To remedy sagging sales of Awen Rising, I've decided to update both the cover artwork AND the Amazon description.
While working with the artist for Awen Storm's cover, I learned that rather than Adult Urban Fantasy, my current cover is more indicative of Young Adult or even Middle Grade Fantasy. I have contracted with 100Covers to create a whole new look for the trilogy.
We have a way to go to finalize, but I wanted to share their first two concepts for Awen Rising so you can see where we're headed. Here they are:
The designer is currently creating another using the woman from the first cover and the background from the second. Only Atlanta's landscape will be darker and more ominous. And he will remove the animals to see how that looks.
What do you think about the new cover direction? I would love to read minds (I think). But since I don't yet have that talent, please leave your thoughts in the comments below.
I have also reworked the Amazon description. It is not quite finalized, but here it is:
While working with the artist for Awen Storm's cover, I learned that rather than Adult Urban Fantasy, my current cover is more indicative of Young Adult or even Middle Grade Fantasy. I have contracted with 100Covers to create a whole new look for the trilogy.
We have a way to go to finalize, but I wanted to share their first two concepts for Awen Rising so you can see where we're headed. Here they are:
What do you think about the new cover direction? I would love to read minds (I think). But since I don't yet have that talent, please leave your thoughts in the comments below.
I have also reworked the Amazon description. It is not quite finalized, but here it is:
Going
home is never easy.
For
Emily Hester, it could be deadly.
In
2042, tsunamis and rising oceans have gobbled the world’s coastlines.
Earthquakes and volcanoes are reshaping the interior. Disaster
Specialist Emily has witnessed the devastation. But when a cyclone rips her fiancé
from her arms, she loses her nerve and
her job. Homeless and penniless, she has nowhere to turn.
Shalane
Carpenter, world famous witch-turned-evangelist, is on the prowl and stalking
Emily. If Shalane can’t have her, nobody will.
Meanwhile, in
Atlanta, Georgia, the Awen Order of Druids is missing an heiress. Their leader
is in a coma. Their priest is untested. And their attorney plots to seize control. Worse,
a new evil brews beneath the earth—a warring race of reptilian aliens. The ancient Dragon Keepers are sworn to contain them. Only their search for the Awen isn’t going
well. And two of them have been grounded.
Could
the Awen be the answer to Emily and Earth’s
plight?
Or will Awen’s destiny spell Emily's demise?
Or will Awen’s destiny spell Emily's demise?
___________________________________________
NETGALLEY
& OTHER PRAISE
“Intriguing
and delightful urban fantasy. What a wonderful example of urban fantasy!” M.
Forrest, Atlanta International School
“Original.” C. Bigelow, Barnes & Noble Bookstore
“A
well written and engaging near-future urban fantasy written in parallel timelines and third person pov.” AnnieB, Reviewer
“Game
of Thrones taught us the pleasure of immersing ourselves in a complex, magical
world of conflict, ambition, and dueling strong-willed characters. Want dragons?
Awen Rising has them…and reptilian adversaries on par with the danger of the
White Walkers. a world bruised by natural disasters and supernatural
attacks." Roland Y., Author/Reviewer
“Fans
of Keri Arthur, author of erotic paranormal adventure, will feel right at home
with Barre's work.” C. Ryan, Citadel Magazine
“A
fun little romp with favorite tropes. Fantasy with earth elements and
romance. I highly recommend this quick break from the day to day.” Fantasy
Reviewer
“Urban
Fantasy, near future SciFi, and an Alien Invasion…imaginative mythos…great
plot, explosive action, and moments of tenderness. Cinematic
in scope…a fully realized, dynamic world just begging for spin-off stories .”
William Willey, Ingram Library, University of West Georgia
“Fun
and fantastical.” Valarie Z.C., Reviewer
“Beautifully
written.” Kerry Z., Reviewer
“Great
mindset by a new author.” Steve K., Reviewer
“Makes
the unbelievable, very believable.” Judy B., Reviewer
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See it live on Amazon here. What do you think about the new description? Please leave a comment below with any observations or suggestions you might have.
~ That Rebel, Olivia J. Herrell, writing as O. J. Barré
O. J. Barré is the author of the Awen trilogy, a druid urban fantasy set in 2042. Steeped in current, ancient, and future history twists, Book One, Awen Rising (set in Atlanta, Georgia) debuted July 27, 2019, in both ebook and paperback. Book Two, Awen Storm, is slated for release May 1, 2020. Book Three, Awen Tide, arrives May 1, 2021.
O. J. Barré has also penned numerous articles over the last ten years that can be accessed through the blog on this site.
O. J. Barré is the author of the Awen trilogy, a druid urban fantasy set in 2042. Steeped in current, ancient, and future history twists, Book One, Awen Rising (set in Atlanta, Georgia) debuted July 27, 2019, in both ebook and paperback. Book Two, Awen Storm, is slated for release May 1, 2020. Book Three, Awen Tide, arrives May 1, 2021.
O. J. Barré has also penned numerous articles over the last ten years that can be accessed through the blog on this site.
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