I Give Up

I give up.

It seems that no matter what I do or say, my ads don't work.

People don't click or buy my book/s, even when the deals are sweet.

So I give up.

No more ads.

No more social media.

No more schmoozing.

No more wondering why.

My books are well-written, well-researched, well-edited.

They get good reviews.

People tell me they love them.

And I do get a few sales here and there.

But not enough to warrant the massive amount of time (and money) I spend on marketing.

So I give up.

For the foreseeable future I shall focus on writing the next book/s.

Then revisit this marketing issue after the trilogy is complete.

After the prequel is complete.

Until then, you'll hear crickets instead of my voice.

If you want to hear me, please subscribe to my blog or my newsletter or both. I'm not abandoning those. I promise.

via GIPHY

Sayonara, Olivia/O. J.

O. J. Barré is the author of the Awen Trilogy, a pre-apocalyptic urban fantasy set in 2042 Atlanta. Steeped in current, ancient, and future history twists, Book One, Awen Rising, debuted July 2019. Book Two, Awen Storm, released May 2020. Book Three, Awen Tide, is on preorder and will be released in 2022. All are (or will be) available in both paperback and ebook.

O. J.'s Awen Prequel novelette, The Druids of Marduk, Part I, is available as an ebook for purchase on Amazon (or free by signing up for her newsletter). The second installment, The Druids of Marduk, Part II: UnderEarth, is an ebook novella also available on Amazon. Part III: AboveEarth, is scheduled for a 2022 release.

Signed Paperbacks - 40% Off

MY SIGNED, PERSONALIZED PAPERBACK SALE IS EXTENDED THROUGH NEW YEAR'S DAY!

AAAANNND - YOU CAN BUY EITHER BOOK FOR $10 OR BOTH FOR $20 - AND HAVE THEM PERSONALIZED TO YOUR ORDER.

MUST ORDER BY 12/10/21 to receive in time for Christmas. 

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There is a first time for everything. And this is the first time my paperbacks have been "on sale".

For a substantial savings, too!

Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday are upon us and everyone is scrambling for a deal. For those who celebrate, many will be starting our Christmas shopping, while others are likely finishing up.

For the readers on your list, my signed paperbacks are on sale in the U.S. for up to 40% off. It starts on Black Friday, the 26th, and continues through the following Saturday, December 4th.

BUT...

MY NEWSLETTER AND BLOG SUBSCRIBERS GET FIRST DIBS! That means YOU can take advantage of the sale starting today.

But don't wait. Current inventory is limited.

Here are the details:

Awen Rising, Book One in the Awen Trilogy (336 pgs):

SALE PRICE: $11 (Regular $16)

Awen Rising - On Sale for $11.00 (Reg $16)

Awen Storm, Book Two in the Awen Trilogy (399 pgs):

SALE PRICE: $12 (Regular $17)

Awen Storm - On Sale for $12 (Reg $17)

Both Books Together:  (739 pgs)

SALE PRICE: $20 (Regular $33)

Both Paperbacks for $20 (Reg $33)

To take advantage of the sale, please email me at: olivia@ojbarre.com to request your signed paperbacks. 

Please include the following info:

1) Title/s you are ordering;

2) Number copies of each;

3) Email address for PayPal invoice;

4) U.S. postal address where signed books will be sent.

1. Once you have emailed olivia@ojbarre.com including the order info as outlined above;
2. You will receive a PayPal invoice for the total of your order plus shipping;
3. Then, pay the invoice;
4. Your signed paperbacks will be sent to your U.S. street address beginning Monday, November 30th (or sooner).

And remember - as this holiday season approaches, please take time to relax and breathe. It's getting crazy out there - and has been for the last couple of weeks. After the recent debacle at my local Target, I have decided to avoid the madness and do the rest of my shopping online. Or at 6 a.m. 

Happy Thanksgiving!

Y'all keep reading and I'll keep writing!

That Rebel, Olivia J. Herrell, writing as O. J. Barré

O. J. Barré is the author of the Awen Trilogy, a pre-apocalyptic urban fantasy set in 2042 Atlanta. Steeped in current, ancient, and future history twists, Book One, Awen Rising, debuted July 2019. Book Two, Awen Storm, released May 2020. Book Three, Awen Tide, is on preorder and will be released in 2022. All are (or will be) available in both paperback and ebook.

O. J.'s Awen Prequel novelette, The Druids of Marduk, Part I, is available as an ebook for purchase on Amazon (or free by signing up for her newsletter). The second installment, The Druids of Marduk, Part II: UnderEarth, is an ebook novella also available on Amazon. Part III: AboveEarth, is scheduled for a 2022 release.