#ReadingIndie Monthly Giveaway Winner & Hiatus Announcement

An impromptu post.

Guess Sunday afternoon would be more accurate.

This blog is going through a transition of trial and error on its way to being an effective outlet for indie publishers, authors, and book blogers to promote themselves and spread the love of indie books. The current schedule of posts and submission forms will remain open to any who choose to take advantage of them and will be handled and promoted promptly, however, as the only current admin, I will not be actively seeking to promote others at this time.

I am, however, interested and willing to open this blog up to a new schedule and format under the leadership of new and additional admins. I know of one person who is currently interested, but will not put this all on them at this time. If others choose to step up and take on this leadership role, I feel that this could be a truly creative and collaborative effort that could reach many. Please visit the APC page if you'd like to learn more about being a Reading Indie blog Admin.

A bit of house keeping now.
The Blogger followers widget/gadget seems to be experiencing some issues. I may have to remove it.

The Blogger Ambush Blitz is the most active part of this blog and it's a project that means so much to me. Thank you to those of you helping to keep the Blogger Ambush Blitz alive. I'll be making direct efforts to promote it more and gain new members in the weeks to come.

Lastly, the winner of this month's $10 GC or PayPal giveaway is Karina Kantas. Thank you so much for your continued support of Reading Indie.

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For the time being, the monthly giveaway will be on hiatus. Until this blog can get into a better grove, I don't feel the prize is having the impact its meant to have. Again, I'm open to comments and suggestions on this matter, but will not post another giveaway until I feel confident in its impact potential.

Does being a blog Admin sound interesting?

 How about that Blogger Ambush Blitz? 

Be sure to congratulate Karina on her prize. 

I wish you all the best in your reading, writing, and blogging endeavors. Until next time, keep #ReadingIndie!

#Book Spotlight with The ToiBox of Words at #ReadingIndie

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Books by Toi Thomas

In celebration of author, Toi Thomas’ birthday, on October 21st, all her ebooks are on sale $0 - $1.99 from October 20th – October 24th.

Legend of the Boy, In the Window, and Other short stories - Collection of multi-genre stories including science fiction, romance, and paranormal. The first title story is that of a boy who must destroy the world so he can save humanity.

It’s Like the Full Moon - A romantic comedy and the first in a series. The mild-mannered Rebecca gets caught up in a most unlikely love-triangle and her BFF Lisa isn’t much help.

Eternal Curse: Giovanni’s Angel - Giovanni’s a creature out of time. Mira’s a doctor trying to classify him. Beauty and the Beast meet Jekyll and Hyde in this paranormal romance with biblical influences. *40 Days and Nights of Eternal Curse- a nonfiction companion guide to the novel.

Eternal Curse: Battleground - A family saga that touches the past and future. Giovanni’s story will bring you to tears as loss and duty blur the lines of hope for what is to come. *Battleground Survival 101- a nonfiction companion guide to the novel.

Chip and Skip Need Each Other & What Does Joe Need - These two simple, yet vibrant stories teach young children, and those with special needs, the difference and importance of needs and wants, at home, school, and overall. Sold separately.

Plants and Animals Change Over Time & Land Changes Over Time - These two simple, yet vibrant stories teach young children, and those with special needs, the importance and inevitability of change in living things and the world. Sold separately.
Content Rating: G to PG-13

Author's Inspiration: The ToiBox of Words is my blog and the name of my future indie press. It represents the thoughts in my head, ‘my ToiBox,’ that eventually become the books I publish. My first book, Eternal Curse: Giovanni’s Angel was inspired by a dream, but my overall inspiration is limitless. My day job, of teaching, inspired my children’s books. My love of the cinema inspired my romantic comedy, and life itself is always pushing me towards creativity.

Authors Recommendation: Because I write in multiple genres, I have more than one specific target audience. Overall, though, outside of my children’s books, I write adult fiction that is suitable for teens to read. Fans of the show Supernatural or the book Angelfall may enjoy the Eternal Curse Series. Fans of the show Friends or modern retellings of Jane Austen’s work may enjoy It’s Like the Full Moon. And fans of speculative fiction will enjoy my short stories. Since I love angels, I’m offering a paperback GIVEAWAY you should check out; ends 10/24/2017.

Add Toi's books to Goodreads | Check out the EC: Giovanni's Angel storyboard.

Watch this miniseries about the comic book influences of the Eternal Curse Series.

Did you know?...by Reading Indie

In terms of publication, paranormal is a genre while supernatural is a distinction or descriptor. 

Want to offer your two cents, submit a Did you know here.

Be sure to enter our monthly giveaway on the side panel.

So, which of Toi's books looks most enticing to you?

July 14 is #IntlAuthorsDay! Let's celebrate authors at #ReadingIndie with a #giveaway.

There’s a lot going on in the world of publishing, but that’s not what this celebration is about. International Authors Day is about celebrating the people who create, write, and develop the case studies, the worlds, the characters, and the tales that we all love. Whether a book becomes a best seller or remain obscure throughout the ages, if someone loves it, then the person who wrote it deserves praise. On my blog, The ToiBox of Words, I have a saying I often quote because I truly believe it; “I believe authors are just as important to the world of entertainment as music groups and movie stars.” So, yay authors. Thank you for eons of entertainment.

Now, here’s what’s coming up tomorrow, July 14th.

International Authors Day – A Facebook event set up as a place to praise authors, find and share recommendations, and simply have fun. While this is not a sales event, I have a feeling you might see some deals on display. Check it out, come and go as you like.

Go to event.

Discover an Author, blog swap. Be sure to stop by the blogs listed below to discover new books and authors in the genres you like most (or just visit them all). And of course, there’s a giveaway. Be sure to enter for a chance to win a $10 Amazon GC or PayPal cash.

MYSTERY & ROMANCE

Devorah Fox | Toi Thomas

PARANORMAL

Lily Luchesi | Patricia Lynne

FANTASY

Mackenzie Flohr | Michael E. Dellert

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So, there you have it. International Author’s Day is one of my favorite days of the year. As admin of this blog and an author myself, why wouldn’t it be.

Did you know?...by Reading Indie

Anytime someone posts words anywhere, they are essentially publishing them. This is why copyrighting is so important. It protects words and ideas, original or creative thoughts unique to or originating from a specific person or entity.  

Want to offer your two cents, submit a Did you know here.

Be sure to enter our bookcrate giveaway on the side panel. See the prize here. 

Happy International Authors Day; gonna try out these authors?