Lou Paduano | Urban Fantasy Novels | Sci-Fi Crime Series

Amazon Exclusive

By

This is something I’ve been toying with for the last few months. I’ve held some reticence for the change but now stand poised to go Amazon exclusive for my eBooks to test out the model.

Why Amazon Exclusive?

I love the other retailer streams. Kobo has been an amazing retailer with tons of promotions geared toward independent authors. Their customer service is fantastic as well. Smashwords’ founder, Mark Coker, is one of the best advocates of the self-publishing industry ever and I love his passion for bringing readers what they want.

The truth of the matter is that after almost two years, Amazon makes up 97% of my readership. That can’t be ignored. So as of July 1st, the Greystone series will be part of KDP Select.

What does this mean for you?

Probably nothing. If you’ve purchased a book through another retailer it will not disappear. It will always be yours and nothing will happen to it.

For those worried about not being able to order a paperback through other channels, this change only relates to the eBook. Physical copies will always be available anywhere and everywhere.

For those Kindle lovers, the benefit is all yours. Being part of KDP Select means all my books will be in the Kindle Unlimited program. You can now borrow my books from their extensive library along will thousands of others. Tell your friends!

“But I hate Amazon! They are taking over the world!”

This was one of the issues I was concerned about when considering this move. If this relates to you, if you only buy through Kobo or Smashwords is your retailer of choice, there is a solution and one I credit author Jay Allan for giving me:

  1. Buy my book through Amazon.
  2. Send me the receipt by emailing me at lou@loupaduano.com.
  3. I will send you the format of your choice. Be it ePub or PDF. Whatever works best for you.

That way everyone wins.

The Greystone Saga Volume Two…

The launch sale ends tomorrow! Snag your copy of this digital box set at $2.99 now before it jumps to its regular price of $4.99!

Grab your copy today!

Thanks for reading!

Writing Update – May 28, 2018

By

A busy month over here. Lots of projects coming together so let’s get to it!

Writing Update

Welcome to the D.S.A.

So excited to announce the new series next year!! The D.S.A is something I’ve been tinkering with since 2015, an episodic series with a seasonal structure.

I am two books in on this science-fiction conspiracy thriller. It mashes my love of The X-Files with big question mysteries like The Atlantis Gene.

Because of the structure each book will be delivered rapid fire from the last. Every other month or even monthly depending on a few other variables, so that the action is front and center on your Kindle.

The first season is six books with a free prequel only available for newsletter subscribers!

The D.S.A. Season One launches next summer.

Greystone

The Greystone Saga Volume Two comes out June 12th!! Have you ordered your copy yet?

            

This box set contains The Medusa Coin and Pathways in the Dark, as well as a sneak peek at the climactic finale coming your way this September, A Circle of Shadows.

I spent most of the week putting the manuscript together and was immediately pulled back into the world. I am missing Portents something fierce. I can’t wait to dive back into the world at the end of this year with some cool short stories revolving around Soriya’s training and a fun Loren story dealing with his prophetic dreams. (Fun might be a stretch when it comes to Loren…you get the idea.)

Reading

Bravo by Greg Rucka – I had some difficulty getting into this one. The fault is mine though as drafting seems to pull me out of the world more and more often. This follow up to Alpha was an incredible thrill ride. Fast paced, action packed, Jad Bell’s story grabs you and refuses to let up until the last page. Rucka jams this book with detail and his character work is flawless. Loved it.

Sci-Fi Valley Con is in less than 2 weeks!

I assume you’ll be there. Of course you will. Who would want to miss out on the insane line up of guests at this show?

Grab your ticket today and I’ll see you in Altoona!

Stop by my booth at the show and say hello!

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Disclaimer: Links throughout this site may be affiliate links. All commission earned through these links go to Eleven Ten Publishing to produce more books for your reading pleasure.

You can view our privacy policy here.

Recent Posts