Last Chance At 99 Cents

Another great 5* review, this time on Amazon.co.uk, which says "having started, I wanted to continue until the end, so switch off your phone and settle down for a long read, if you can."


I really, really appreciate any reviews and mentions, fb, twitter, a Like on Amazon. All these make a difference.


When I first published the book I was torn between a higher price, to make it look as though I was serious (which I am), and the lowest possible price, which I thought might entice readers to a new, self-published author. Well, the Kindle market is new and evolving, and all this is an experiment of sorts. Readers have 99 cent books coming out of their ears. There used to be a saying, 'everyone has a book inside them.' These days you could say that everyone has a book on Kindle. Everyone and their Nanna.


There is a lot of quality at the lower priced end of the market. And a lot of dross, too. Most of all, there's just a lot, and it's hard to stand out from the crowd before you've made a name.


So if you've been thinking about buying The Sky Might Fall then now's a good time to do so. Last warning before the price goes up, and I move the experiment to a slightly different sphere. Everybody likes a bargain, but there are also many people who believe you get what you pay for. 


For people who are similarly dipping their toes in these vast waters, I'll let you know how it goes.

5* Review

The marvelous Marilou George, of the Kindle Book Review and Confessions of a Reader blog, has posted a sparkling review of The Sky Might Fall. 


I particularly like this bit:  

"This story will hold you hostage as Harry and Mui travel across East Asia and encounter turmoil at every turn. The writing style will keep you totally involved and on the edge of your seat until the final page is read."

But after careful consideration, my favourite part is this:

"Find a comfortable seat and enjoy the ride as you will not be able to put this book down!"

The review is already up on Goodreads, Confessions of a Reader, and Amazon.com (you can also read it from Amazon.co.uk). A really big thank you to Marilou for taking the time and making the effort. It's hugely appreciated.

And We're Off

That's it, the book has been sent to Amazon and should be available for purchase (at the definite bargain basement price of just 99 cents. YES, JUST 99 CENTS) within the next few hours.


Now I just have to get people to notice it. Review sites here I come.

The Cover Has Arrived

...and I must say I'm pretty pleased with how it turned out. What do you think?

Cover for The Sky Might Fall

Started with a couple of ideas, a handful of pics and no idea how to use Photoshop. A late night with plenty of scotch followed. This was the second attempt. To be honest, the hard bit was buying a gun.


Final edit and formatting will be finished soon. I hope.

Here comes Harry

Working on the cover and the formatting now. Hopefully the first Harry Vee book, The Sky Might Fall, will be available soon on Kindle.