“Where in the world are you now?”
I hear that a lot. Also, “What is your phone number right now?” The funny thing is that more than half the time, I don’t even know, and have to check my phone!
The life of a transient writer embodies the rolling stone (not the band… the proverb, lol… I know what you were thinking.)
So, I’ve decided to do a sort of State of U update once a month or so, which I’ll share a link to from my newsletter and Facebook so interested parties can catch up on A.L. Knorr news, announcements, and general what-the-goings-on. Scroll down for the links to Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Twitter if you’d like to follow along on any of those.
Born of Air and the Elemental Origins Conclusion Story (TBA)
I’m hard at work outlining books 5 and 6 of my Elemental Origins Series. The character from Born of Air is someone you haven’t met yet, but I think you’re going to love her. And when you see how she comes together with Targa, Saxony, Georjie, and Akiko, and the dramatic Book 6 “conclusion”, you’ll be riveted to your e-reader!
I say “conclusion” because book 6 may be the end of the Origins Series, but its certainly not the end of the girls’ adventures. I’m looking forward to penning more stories for each elemental as they graduate highschool and move out into the world with their elemental powers!
Stay tuned for the cover reveal of Born of Air! I LOVE it, and I think you’re going to love it too!
A New Story for Saxony called PYRO
I’m cooking up a novella called PYRO which chronicles what happens between Saxony and her family when she gets back from Venice. This story’s events take place before the big sleepover and will put Saxony to the test. Someone is lighting fires in Saltford, and Jack (Saxony’s little brother) is pretty convinced it’s her. Not only that… how do Saxony’s parents react when they find out what happened to her in Venice? When Saxony calls Basil Chaplin, the man on the mysterious business card that Enzo gives her, what does he have to say?
This project is targeted to come out in July and I’ll be revealing the cover for it soon, so stay tuned for that too!
New Urban Fantasy Series Underway
I publish the Elemental Origins series under my own press (Intellectually Promiscuous Press), BUT I have recently signed a 4 book contract with a publisher and co-author that I am super excited to work with on a totally different project. I am thrilled to be working with LMBPN Publishing, conceived and headed by none other than Michael Anderle. If you don’t know who he is, then check out his Amazon page for more information, and maybe, all I need to say is ‘Vampires in Space’.
Michael has consistently been in the top 100 authors on Amazon. Clearly, he knows how to satisfy his readers and take care of business! I’ll be working with Martha Carr, another veteran author from the thriller genre on developing our series in the Oriceran Universe. Michael and Martha are putting together a kickass team that I’m so blessed to be a part of. This Universe will just grow and grow, as there are multiple talented authors building in it all at the same time. I believe collaborations like this are the future of publishing and I’m looking forward to helping to build it.
The series I’m working on chronicles a young female protagonist (surprise, surprise) as she crosses through a portal into an alternate universe. The world of Oriceran is squarely Urban Fantasy but it’s also closer to Epic Fantasy than my YA stories have been. It’s a new challenge for me and one I’m really enjoying! I’ll be sharing some tasty morsels when ready.
Our goal is to write this series so that it can be launched close together. Ideally, we’d love to have you not have to wait longer than 3 weeks for the next book. We’ll see how it goes, but that’s the goal. I’ve never written a linear series before. Elemental Origins can be read out of order so this is a learning curve in outlining and plotting for me. I’m definitely in the right career because I’m loving it
That’s all I can say for now, but watch this space for more new as things progress! You can follow along on the Oriceran Facebook page, if you’re interested.
The Elemental Origins Series AUDIOBOOKS
That’s right! I’m in the process of working with a publisher on bringing the books of the Elemental Origins Series to life on tape. The time must be ripe for this because I had two publishers reach out about the audio rights at the same time. I feel so blessed to have options.
We’re just getting started so I’m dealing with the paperwork part of it right now, but we’ll soon be on to auditioning voice talent and the recording and producing process. This is all new to me too and I am so stoked to be learning more about the audiobook world.
I’ll keep you posted as the process goes along and of course when the launch days are set!
How About Print?
The answer is YES. I will be bringing out all of my books in print. I have been hesitating to do this until after book 6 of the Elemental Origins Series is written simply because I want an opportunity to ensure consistency throughout the series. New stuff comes up in the creative process sometimes that means tweaking prior books. Being the stickler for details that I am, the idea of having print books out there with inconsistencies in them is like nails on a chalkboard for me.
However, print-on-demand makes changing files pretty quick and easy these days, so that reason might be a little flimsy. Should I go ahead and make print books available now? Or wait until book 6 is done? What do you think? Write to me at abby@alknorrbooks.com with your opinion or message me on Facebook.
A Speaking Engagement in London, UK
I’m honoured to announce that I’ll be speaking at the 20Books Conference in London next February! Thank you, Martha Carr, for making the suggestion to Craig Martelle. 20Books is a group for indie authors and entrepreneurs to come together and share ideas and business strategies. Michael Anderle started the group over a year ago and it is growing by leaps and bounds. Their first conference takes place in Vegas this November, and I’ll go if I can manage it. But I’m promised (barring some Act of God or unforeseen events) to London for sure (any excuse to visit London) and am looking forward to building a presentation to share what I’ve learned during my first year as an indie publisher (it’s a lot!)
It’s Mountain Bike Season
I lived in beautiful Canmore for 8 years, and over the last 2 years in Italy (which I have loved, don’t get me wrong) I have really missed mountain biking. So, I’m headed there at the end of June to enjoy some of the most spectacular mountain bike trails in the world. I’ll be sure to share pix! I’m also catching up with my 2 brothers, my folks, and my 5 nieces and nephews. Family time, woop woop!
Phew! That’s a lot! Thanks for reading and keeping up with the goings on in this little indies life. I appreciate your support and interest!
Hugs,
Abby
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