It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for a new What’s New Wednesday post, and I’m feeling all the feels this week! So, if you don’t already know, it’s “Launch Week” for The Night Weaver, and it’s quite busy here as a result. I’ll talk a little about that later on in the post. Long story short, though, I’m feeling such relief and excitement about this book finally being available again.
A quick thanks to everyone who’s bought a copy, who shared the news, posted some gorgeous photos, and RT’ed all my Tweets. You guys are awesome! ❤️ Also, I just want to thank everyone who posted a review of The Night Weaver, whether you liked the book or loathed it, I appreciate you taking the time to leave some feedback. *super hug*
This week is going to be an interesting one.
Feeling All The Feels
Now, I know what you’re thinking: “Oh, Monique, it’s probably just going to be you talking about your book the whole week.” Well, yes and no. First, of course I’m going to market the living hell out of my book and I’m super sorry if you find it annoying, but it’s part of my job. Don’t worry, regular transmissions will resume eventually. 🙂 Promise. Secondly, seeing as Husband is heading off to Mozambique with the law firm—leaving me all by my lonesome self—I have a busy schedule planned out to keep me from missing him.
This schedule includes writing (a lot!), but I’ve also planned some binge-watching of shows that I’ve already seen (in preparation of the upcoming season) and horror films I’ve been meaning to watch. That being said, I am making a bed in the living room for me and Lily-Dog. Why? Err … Because I prefer to wallow in my own self-pity while I’m comfortable in my pajamas. How else would one wallow? Sheesh.
Husband has provided a mountain of snacks (because I forget to eat when I’m in my writing-zone, unless he reminds me), so I think I’m sorted when it comes to food.
Still, I’m happy and sad—happy because my book is available and it’s beautiful and things are going well; sad that I have to spend time away from my best friend, who should be here, suggesting we build a fort instead. So, yes, I’m feeling all the feels on this emotional rollercoaster.
Obsessions
TV Shows/Films
Then, Netflix suggested another film for me, called Head Count, which I have never heard about before. I don’t know if it’s a slasher or what, but I have to fill my time somehow … Onto the watch-list it goes. 🙂
I actually did watch the first season of Castle Rock, but the trailer for the second season (coming soon) looked so good, I just have to watch it again. Nothing says Halloween like some proper scares, right?
Creeped Out is on my watch-list already. It’s a bit like a modernized Goosebumps series for kids. Husband and I’ve watched a few episodes together, and it’s super nostalgic, and creepy, and fun. Totally worth it so far.
I may add Mr. Mercedes and The Exorcist to the list, too, depending on whether I have the time. We watched the first seasons of both shows when they initially came out, but for some reason stopped. I don’t know why. But now’s the perfect time to catch up.
Books
Nightflyers is a George R.R. Martin book that was turned into a Netflix show, if I remember correctly, and I enjoyed it immensely. But I never read the book. Ha! We’ll fix that, won’t we? I picked up the illustrated hardback edition on a sale recently, and it’s really beautiful, so this one is a must-read.
I’ll be going in blind on both Other Words For Smoke by Sarah Maria Griffin and The Boogeyman: A Monstrous Fairytale by Shane Berryhill. The covers look fun, though.
Book News
The Night Weaver Blog Tour
The blog tour is in full swing by now and I’m pretty sure you may have missed some of the interesting interviews or blog posts I’ve done thus far. So, here you go:
- Halloween Blitz – The Night Weaver *Guest Post (this is where I talk about the folklore in The Night Weaver a bit)
- Blog Tour Kickoff: THE NIGHT WEAVER by Monique Snyman *Interview + Giveaway
- Author Interview: Monique Snyman *Interview
- In “The Night Weaver,” Children Disappear and Folklore Comes to Life *Review
Exclusive Cover Reveal of The Bone Carver
SURPRISE!
I bet you’ve been wondering whether you’ll ever see the gorgeous cover art of The Bone Carver (The Night Weaver #2). Well, wait no more! Head on over to YA Book Central for an exclusive look at the cover art. The artwork was done by the uber-talented Marcela Bolivar, while the title treatment was done by the magnificent Michael J. Canales. 🙂
Doesn’t it look glorious?
Look at all the bones! Eeeep! It warms my black little heart … See what I mean about feeling all the feels? My emotions should be described as a jackrabbit, hopping all over the place, running across the prairies … But then, it’s easier just to say “feeling all the feels”.
OH! Before I forget, there’s a US-Only giveaway on the YABC site, too. So, if you want to stand a chance to win some swag, get clicking!
New Author Pic
Oh, I almost forgot to show you all my pretty new author pic!
TADAM!
It was not easy looking like that, by the way, especially after about a week of loafing around in yoga pants and wearing messy buns. Luckily, I somehow managed to look decent enough for a new official author pic, because the previous one just didn’t cut it.
Visit my About page to see it in its full glory.
Shallow Waters: Volume 3
This lovely flash fiction anthology is available right now! And it’s a perfect read for Halloween (especially if you like your horror bite-sized). Best of all, it won’t break the bank! Get your copy today …
And that’s all I have this week … But keep checking in on my Twitter and Facebook for more updates on books, news, and probably about me feeling all the feels while Husband is off on his trip. Things are happening faster than I expected, and you really don’t want to miss all the fun.
Have a great week, Darklings!
Monique
