Not To Us - A Novel on sale for a limited time - summer sale

I've had this incredible week--the unplanned kind that you start and you're too far in to turn back? Yes, that kind of week. I can't even begin to tell you how arduous it was, but the results are this much improved, edited version of Not To Us for both avid eBook readers and print-only ones as well (as soon as next week with the updated trade paperback version). Tomorrow, Not To Us will be featured on BookBub, an advertising site that features a finite amount of eBooks and easily catapults novels to the top of bestseller lists for days at a time. People love a good read and a bargain (value; right?) rolled into one. So, on June 22nd, Not To Us (the eBook version) will be on sale for the awesome price of $0.99 cents at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Apple, and Kobo (hello, Canada!).

I don't put her on sale very much because this particular novel is often misunderstood. Don't read it, if you have a problem with infidelity and love triangles or books that will make you cry. Do read it, if you like roller coaster stories where it's hard to guess what happens next. That is this novel. And yet, after reading through the story multiple times for the edited updates, (because; yes, I'm a comma queen) I have to say I LOVE the story of Ellie and Michael. Don't judge. I think this story is powerful and true and moving. Yes, there's tragedy, but out of the ashes of these broken people is immense strength and love. So, if you haven't read Not To Us, you should. It's fiction for adults. There's bad language and shocking story lines, but it will carry you away for an afternoon. Enjoy!





 Here's the premise:
 There are all kinds of ways for a relationship to be tested, even broken, some, irrevocably; it's the endings we're unprepared for. Ellie

 Ellie's perfect world unravels.
A best friend's betrayal ends her marriage.
An alarming diagnosis threatens her life.
Yet.
It all leads to Michael...
But, fate soon tests their perfect union.
And, begs the question: if you get a second chance, do you take a different path?

What "they" say... Praise for Not To Us 

"Strong characterizations and intriguing plot lines kept me riveted to this novel. The storyline of couples facing midlife crisis that tears them apart and still brings them together is very moving..." Marta Hartman BookRooster 

"This book was the epitome of an emotional rollercoaster, and I say that with a smile on my face...I read through this book rather quickly, because it captivated me so much..." Stephanie Goodreads 

 "... I have to say I loved it. It is the story of how a woman's life falls apart from one day to the next and how she keeps it together. Or not..." pj "pj" Bookrooster 

My answer when asked... What was the basis for Not To Us?

I wanted to explore a few heavy themes and started with these types of questions: What happens in a relationship that seems to have everything? What happens when one is betrayed? By a husband? By a best friend? What happens to a person when they're confronted with a life-threatening illness? Does he or she strive to change their course? Choose a different path? These story lines intrigued me and became the basis for Not To Us. In this novel, both Michael and Ellie strive to do the right thing, most of the time, but they both respond to grief in the same kind of way, seeking consolation from others, not trusting each other, or themselves. I wanted to write about how tragedy can change or alter a person's life, and even, perhaps, change their behavior and choices.

Here's the cover update coming for the print edition of Not To Us. I went back to an earlier photograph for the back cover. Note the darkened sky and the whited-out couple holding hands as if they're not really there. This captures the epitome of Michael and Ellie, I think. Also, see the shadowed hands below? I love that. Their shadow exists even when the rest of them doesn't. It captures the essence of their love story quite well. Love the front cover because the guy looking at the blond is truly a reflection of Michael and Ellie. And, you say you haven't read it yet? You should. Oh, I said that already; didn't I?

When I See You - On Sale at Most Online eBook Retailers

If you noticed any trends on this blog or my others, you'll soon discover that When I See You is rarely on sale. Why? It's my latest release. It's done well on the sales charts and most recently on the ChickLitPlus blog tour. It is GOOD fiction. I'm proud of it and I don't necessarily have to give it away.

Now, having said all of that, I'm thrilled to announce that When I See You is on sale for the next week or so (through April 4th, 2013- midnight) as part of a promotional effort for new readers that I'm doing as well as a celebration of sorts. (I'm almost done with This Much Is True so WISY won't be my latest release for much longer.)

When I See You has been well-received by most readers and bloggers alike, so if you've been waiting to download this one onto your Kindle or Nook or iPad or Kobo eReader, now's the time. Enjoy!

And, thank you as always for reading my work.

Best, Katherine Owen

Here's a brief overview of the story line:

She believes that love can never last, promises are usually broken, and true happiness is extremely elusive in the long run. He believes most risks are worth taking, the promises he makes can be kept, and love doesn't factor in his relationships any longer. They're both wrong. 

 See more on the When I See You tab at the top of the blog.

On Sale for the Holidays - When I See You at Amazon, iTunes, and B & N

When I See You is on sale at Amazon and now available on iTunes for your iPhone, iPad, or MAC. The book is also available at Barnes and Noble (print and ebook). What are you waiting for? Download now or gift it to a friend or family member. Happy Holidays! Thanks for being so generous with your time if you've read my novels. All the best for a Joyful Holiday Season and a Happy New Year in 2013. The new novel, This Much Is True, will soon be finished and available in January 2013. Sign up for my newletter to hear about the new release first. I can't wait for you to read it! It's damn GOOD! xoxo KO

Celebrate 12/21/12 One Day Only 99 Authors -Books 99 Cents

These prices are available on Amazon only.

For a listing of books offered and to enter to win, click here!!

 

I'm part of a special promo offered TODAY at Amazon: 99 authors, 99 books, 99 cents each, and $990 worth of prizes you could win! Check out all the great titles! http://www.buymereadme.com/ Please LIKE and SHARE to get the word out -- great for last minute *cheap* holiday gifts. You can even "gift" them so they don't arrive until Dec 25th! Seeing Julia is just one of the featured 99 books for 99 cents. This is for one day only. Be sure and swing by the website to enter for prizes: http://www.buymereadme.com Stuck on what to give a friend? If he/she has a Kindle, gift them some of these books. There's a wide variety of fiction and even a few for fans of non-fiction. Everyone will appreciate the thought of an e-book and what an easy gift to brighten up someone's day. Check it out and remember Kindle Reading Apps work on iPads, iPhones, laptops, and computers, too! Happy Holidays!!

When I See You - Amazon Best Seller American Drama - 16 Weeks

It's an evolving process to find just the right image to convey the exact feelings a story line evokes for readers. For When I See You, it's an emotional roller coaster of a read. This newest book cover for When I See You accomplishes this and effectively conveys the loneliness and angst of the main character, Jordan Holloway. I #loveit. I hope you do, too. Want to know more about my novels? Visit http://www.katherineowen.net/AMZN or click on the book cover images at the right.

"Easy" by Tammara Webber - A Great Read!

Easy by Tammara Webber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I started this book last evening and finished it at four in the morning because I couldn't put it down!!! The story line is riveting. The bad boy hero Lucas is sexy, wonderful, and intriguing--all at the same time. The heroine Jacqueline appears to be the typical college co-ed in dire need of finding herself and not being so easily eclipsed by her ex-boyfriend in every aspect of her life. Although Jacqueline falls a little flat for me in comparison to our heroic bad boy Lucas, the overall character arcs for both of them kept this reader/writer entertained long enough that I was able to hang in there and look past this because of the overall depth of the story. The subtext with Lucas's own personal story is exquisite on so many levels that readers will be amazed by this particular plot line revelation and they definitely won't see it coming.

"Easy" is a gripping novel that explores the nuances and trappings of college life, the decisions young adults often make based solely on their life experiences or lack thereof. "Easy" also shows how an individual's life can so easily change or be redefined (good or bad) because of a single event.

Author Tammara Webber's deft exploration of adult subject matters including easy sex versus saying no, rape, violence, an individual's need for power and control, and the gender differences and perceptions that still exist in relation to all of these topics is powerful as well as bold. Nicely done, Ms. Webber! I Loved it! "Easy" is an awesome read!

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Permissible Living While Writing

I know. You just fell over in your chair because I'm posting a blog, an actual blog post, not a quote, not an image, not a photograph. No, I'm not using someone else's thoughts to convey my own, for once. I know. It's unusual. An anomaly. It may not last, but some things just need to be said, written down, if you will. It's true. I've written three novels and recently marked a year, since the first two were released (May 2011-Seeing Julia & Not To Us). It's also been six months since When I See You met up with the world. It seemed like a good time to reflect upon these endeavors. Yay! If you glance through my past posts you will see that I struggle mightily with the writing process, at times, but there are also many days when success finds me and readers send kind thoughts and words my way. Thank you. YOU make it all worthwhile. As it stands, I've tried many things with promoting my work, including the usual social media hangouts that are Twitter and Facebook and even Pinterest. All can be inspiring places, especially when readers find me and tell me what they like about my novels. Thank you. However, the point of this post is to reach out and tell you all that although I am thrilled that you enjoy my work and I love having best seller status on Amazon with all three novels, I also need to take a much-needed hiatus for the next month or so. The truth is I need time to decompress in order to make some kind of forward progress on the current WIP (work-in-progress) novel Finding Amy and/or This Much Is True. (The title seems to change, depending upon which day it is and where I think the plot is going.) Thus, you can see my need for solitude to be able to finish this work as I strive (and, sometimes struggle) to provide another most excellent read for my fans. I really am going by the Anne Lamont adage at this point. (See Photograph). And, I thought it best that I should write this out, so you know where I'm taking things with my work. I'll continue to post the odd quote or photograph to convey my thoughts and love, but I just wanted to share what I was thinking of in terms of permissible living and writing. Thank you for being here, for reading this. Love to all, KO