In order to celebrate my 1 year anniversary for “The Price of Her” I’m launching a new website on Monday, June, 6th and moving all content from this blog over to the site. The new site will have more content, regular blog posts every Wednesday (I hope) contest giveaway information, book updates reviews and more!
I hope you’ll join me here: logansthoughts.com
Thanks for all your support!
-Logan
The tree responded to the touch of his hand. The outside bark was blackened and scorched just like everything that used to be green in this place. Deep inside, however, a spark of life remained. Roots grew deep in this once sacred grove and this tree had stood for a millennia.
Dynal took a deep breath and focused sending his awareness out into its heart and trying to connect. He saw a faint glow in his minds eyes, yellow like sunlight and pulsing in tune with his own heartbeat. He reached for it and unconsciously began to hum the song of his people. The ancient druidic hymn that had been passed down for generations came easily to his lips, but the power of the words challenged him. Sweat began to bead on his brow as he concentrated sending his strength toward that glowing light.
The light grew brighter in response, and he could feel a presence awaken. It was trying to reach back out to him. He dropped to his knees in effort forcing the notes from his throat that no human ear could hear.
“Child of the forrest, It has been too long.”
“Yes, I’m sorry, I didn’t realize.”
“There is no need to apologize, child, this is not your doing.”
“If I’d been here with my people, I could have helped.”
“If you had been here, you would have died, like the rest. There is nothing one druid could have done to stop this destruction.”
Although he knew the truth of those words, they were still difficult to hear. Dynal felt hot tears leak from his eyes for everything he’d lost.
“I’m not sure which cameras have sound, so it’s best to assume they all have the ability,” he said. ” I do know the cameras are always monitored, and I wouldn’t put it past the agency to employ a lip reader.”
“Why are you telling me all this now?” I asked. This strange balcony conversation was the longest we’d ever had. I wanted to keep it going for as long as possible. For this moment, Dorian was acting like a real human, with motivations and thoughts of his own.
Dorian regarded me with concern on his face. He’d never really looked at me, and now that I had his full attention, I realized it wasn’t awful. He was rather handsome with that dark hair and strong jaw line. I found myself wondering what he’d look like if he smiled. Better not think about that! I warned myself.
Snippet taken from “The Price of Her.” Available now in print or ebook format on Amazon.
I woke up this morning to the smell of cooking bacon. My boyfriend had made me a very unhealthy and delicious breakfast AND I got word that my ebook was now complete. I’m not that tech savvy so I did have a professional format it for me. If you’d like to take a chance on an unknown indie author and also have $2.99 burning a hole in your pocket, please consider my ebook:
If you’ve always wanted to dip your toe in the water of dystopian fantasy or if you simply like the idea of supporting self-published authors, here’s your chance! I’m hosting a giveaway of my novel, “The Price of Her.” This contest is for book lovers living within the United States only! For entry details follow the link below:
Contest Entry
I thought it might be fun to share a playlist that I like to listen to when getting psyched up to write some dystopian fantasy! These are a few of my favorites.
1. Muse -Uprising – Listen to it for five seconds and you’ll know. This song really says it all and if you’re feeling stressed, I recommend blasting it at full volume and shouting along
2. White Stripes- Seven Nation Army- I just like the line, “a seven-nation army couldn’t hold me back.”
3. Public Enemy – Fight the Power – Pretty obvious, I think.
4. Martina McBride – Independence Day – I realize this is a woman finding a creative way out of an abusive relationship and not about an oppressive government. I like it because it still has the central theme of a person trying to be free.
5. Rage Against the Machine – Bulls on Parade
6. Sex Pistols – Anarchy in the UK
7. X-Ray Spex – Oh Bondage, Up Yours! I’ve loved this song since I found it on a cd in a music store in Athens, GA as a teen. It is especially fitting since my main protagonist is struggling to free herself from bondage.
In my book, “The Price of Her” I started certain chapters with a quote. In the second book, I’m starting every single chapter with a quote I like so I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorites. Enjoy!
“There’s nothing like puking with somebody to make you into old friends” – Sylvia Plath
“What sane person could live in this world and not be crazy?” – Ursula K. LeGuin
“You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have.” – Missy Franklin
“There is never jealousy where there is not strong regard.” – Washington Irving
“The enemy of my enemy is my friend.” -Sir Winston Churchill
If you haven’t yet picked up a copy of my book, check it out here
Last Saturday, 10/23 I spent a few hours in a local book store at a small table smiling and trying to engage shoppers in conversation. It was surprisingly difficult as I wanted to connect with people but also didn’t want to bother them. I found my hand was not only sweaty but also shaking as I signed my name to the purchased copies.
I managed to sell 7 books and left an additional 5 copies for the bookstore to stock on the shelf. I know that social media is where I should be focusing but something about being out in the public and engaging with other book lovers personally was very refreshing. I received some good suggestions for where to hold the next event as well. So I may be arranging more local appearances in GA and possibly SC very soon!
It was a humble start, but it was a start and now my book is officially on a shelf in a real bookstore!
Just wanted to say thanks again to anyone that has purchased my novel, “The Price of Her” and if you’re one of the people that took the time to rate it on Amazon or write a review, then an extra special THANK YOU for that!
I’ve had a handful of reviews so far but they’ve all been very positive. Check out what Mary had to say about my novel below. Happy reading!
Mary Beecroft5.0 out of 5 stars Can’t wait for the sequel! Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2021Verified Purchase This book was an adventure that was equal parts bone-chilling, fun, and thoughtful. The creepy, dystopian world where only a fraction of the female population remains is horrifyingly detailed. All seems hopeless for Haley until a chance meeting with a member of a rebel organization who wants to free her from her life of government captivity. From there, we’re thrown with her into the adventure — fleeing recapture and facing the dangers of the outside world. I was hooked by the slow-burn romance, the action, and Haley’s first attempt to gain independence. I can’t wait for book two!
Today I’ve uploaded my submission to the L. Ron Hubbard, “Writers of The Future” contest. This contest has a substantial word limit at 17K, it’s almost novella length! So I felt I had enough freedom to tell a complete story. If anyone else in interested this quarterly contest is accepting submissions until 9/30 and entry is FREE!
My story was originally written for a podcast episode but that project didn’t work out. I’m glad to be able to repurpose my story for something else. Aside from the free writing contest there is helpful information on the website for writers including a free workshop.
I attempted to paste the link here but for some reason it isn’t working. If you’d like to check out this contest and future contests or maybe sign up for the online workshop it can be found here: http://www.writersofthefuture.com
Good luck if you decide to enter!
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Upgrade Your Travels. First Class Luxury Travel from all parts of the Globe. Business Class Airline, Lounge and Hotel Reviews, Stories and Adventures
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Life is make believe, fantasy given form
An Independent Nondiscriminatory Platform With No Religious, Political, Financial, or Social Affiliations - FOUNDED 2014
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