Saturday, March 31, 2012
Publishers Weekly features trailer
Publishers Weekly is featuring the video trailer today for Spectral.
Any likes, tweets, comments, etc. are most appreciated.
Please visit the direct link at:
http://blogs.publishersweekly.com/blogs/beyondherbook/?p=6023
Friday, March 30, 2012
Here are pictures of the three main characters in SPECTRAL. Oh, the swoony boys! If you'd like to see more of the SPECTRAL cast, please go to www.ShannonDuffyLit.com and click on Bookshelf. Then click on the SPECTRAL book cover to take a peek inside at many of the characters. Enjoy!
Roman
Jewel
Chase
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Endorsement
"The non-stop action and twists kept me guessing, while the heart-melting romance took my breath away. With its enchanting storyline and endearing characters, Spectral is captivating."
- Trisha Wolfe, author of Destiny's Fire
- Trisha Wolfe, author of Destiny's Fire
Excerpt
I didn’t need to turn around to know it was Roman. His sexy lyrical voice gave him away. Still, I twisted my neck around and parted my lips to say hi, but the book began to shake in my hands. I sucked in air, startled, and fought to steady it.
“I’m sorry,” Roman said softly. “I didn’t mean to scare you.”
“Oh, no-no. It’s just this b—” I started but stopped, realizing how stupid I’d sound if I claimed a snake emblem on a book bit me and that now the book was actually shaking. It was impossible. I knew that. Yet, it was happening anyway. The hush of the library amplified my heartbeat until I was sure Roman could hear it.
Slowly, I released my hand but the book shook again. I gritted my teeth and grabbed the book, shoving it in my bag. Curiously, the tremors stopped. I gulped back a labored breath and said, “Yeah, kinda creepy in here, I guess.” The familiar rush of heat spread across my cheeks.
“It doesn’t help that you’re in the Occult section.” His lips twitched into a little smile as he leaned against the bookshelf nonchalantly.
I hoisted my oversized bag over my shoulder and walked closer to him, inhaling his fresh scent of an ocean breeze mixed with cinnamon. I leaned in a little closer, wishing I could bask in it. “So, what are you doing here?”
He handed me a coffee he’d held behind his back.
“You’re here to bring me coffee?” I lifted a surprised eyebrow, smiled, and took a sip. “And my favorite, too. Impressive.” I took another sip, savoring the caffeine hitting my blood stream. Not that I needed a caffeine rush, of course. Since Roman showed up, my heart had already begun an instant crescendo. I searched for something to say. It’s not like I had much experience talking with extremely hot, mysterious guys bearing gifts. I was definitely glad I’d put extra effort into my appearance that morning. “Thanks. So you here doing some research, or what?”
A grin played on his lips, and I couldn’t help remembering my dream in class of him kissing me. Could the real deal possibly be so amazing?
“Actually,” he said, snapping me back from stolen kisses to the book-lined library. I took another sip, hiding my crimson face behind the cup. “I saw you and Taylor come in, and yes, I thought I’d bring you coffee. I thought you could use it. Everyone needs a pick me up.” He cocked his head. “That...and to remind you about coming down to the Phoenix later.”
I lifted my gaze from the cup, back to Roman’s eyes and across his olive toned complexion. The boy was too gorgeous for words.
Roman’s eyebrows suddenly furrowed together as he took the coffee from me and laid the cup on a bookshelf. He lifted my hand slowly, turning it over and examining my finger, which was pricked with red where I’d nicked the tip.
“Hey I was enjoying that,” I said, eyeing the coffee and trying to avoid questions of the crazy book in my bag.
He looked at me and back to my finger.
“I’ll live,” I said with a forced laugh. “Just a paper cut.”
He stretched my hand up to his lips and kissed my fingertip gently. Electricity ran through my body. I’ve never had a boy kiss me before, not even my finger. And especially not one as hot as Roman. Dreams didn’t count. I must have blushed because he instantly dropped my hand.
“Sorry. I shouldn’t have done that.” He took a step back, lips tight. I cursed my fair cheeks and telltale blush. I definitely didn’t want him to back off. His gesture was sweet, and I hated that I couldn’t just soak it up instead of being embarrassed by it. Roman shoved his hands in his pockets. “But you should definitely put Polysporin or something on it so it doesn’t get infected or anything—so says my mom.” He smiled again. “She’s a nurse.” He grabbed the cup off the shelf and handed me back the coffee.
A multi-colored butterfly suddenly fluttered down from the ceiling landing on my fingers laced around the coffee cup. I gasped, but didn’t move. Glancing up at the ceiling, I whispered in awe, “Where did that come from?”
Roman’s lips twisted into a grin as he gazed down at it, and then back into my eyes. He raised one shoulder. “One butterfly always knows another.”
“I’m sorry,” Roman said softly. “I didn’t mean to scare you.”
“Oh, no-no. It’s just this b—” I started but stopped, realizing how stupid I’d sound if I claimed a snake emblem on a book bit me and that now the book was actually shaking. It was impossible. I knew that. Yet, it was happening anyway. The hush of the library amplified my heartbeat until I was sure Roman could hear it.
Slowly, I released my hand but the book shook again. I gritted my teeth and grabbed the book, shoving it in my bag. Curiously, the tremors stopped. I gulped back a labored breath and said, “Yeah, kinda creepy in here, I guess.” The familiar rush of heat spread across my cheeks.
“It doesn’t help that you’re in the Occult section.” His lips twitched into a little smile as he leaned against the bookshelf nonchalantly.
I hoisted my oversized bag over my shoulder and walked closer to him, inhaling his fresh scent of an ocean breeze mixed with cinnamon. I leaned in a little closer, wishing I could bask in it. “So, what are you doing here?”
He handed me a coffee he’d held behind his back.
“You’re here to bring me coffee?” I lifted a surprised eyebrow, smiled, and took a sip. “And my favorite, too. Impressive.” I took another sip, savoring the caffeine hitting my blood stream. Not that I needed a caffeine rush, of course. Since Roman showed up, my heart had already begun an instant crescendo. I searched for something to say. It’s not like I had much experience talking with extremely hot, mysterious guys bearing gifts. I was definitely glad I’d put extra effort into my appearance that morning. “Thanks. So you here doing some research, or what?”
A grin played on his lips, and I couldn’t help remembering my dream in class of him kissing me. Could the real deal possibly be so amazing?
“Actually,” he said, snapping me back from stolen kisses to the book-lined library. I took another sip, hiding my crimson face behind the cup. “I saw you and Taylor come in, and yes, I thought I’d bring you coffee. I thought you could use it. Everyone needs a pick me up.” He cocked his head. “That...and to remind you about coming down to the Phoenix later.”
I lifted my gaze from the cup, back to Roman’s eyes and across his olive toned complexion. The boy was too gorgeous for words.
Roman’s eyebrows suddenly furrowed together as he took the coffee from me and laid the cup on a bookshelf. He lifted my hand slowly, turning it over and examining my finger, which was pricked with red where I’d nicked the tip.
“Hey I was enjoying that,” I said, eyeing the coffee and trying to avoid questions of the crazy book in my bag.
He looked at me and back to my finger.
“I’ll live,” I said with a forced laugh. “Just a paper cut.”
He stretched my hand up to his lips and kissed my fingertip gently. Electricity ran through my body. I’ve never had a boy kiss me before, not even my finger. And especially not one as hot as Roman. Dreams didn’t count. I must have blushed because he instantly dropped my hand.
“Sorry. I shouldn’t have done that.” He took a step back, lips tight. I cursed my fair cheeks and telltale blush. I definitely didn’t want him to back off. His gesture was sweet, and I hated that I couldn’t just soak it up instead of being embarrassed by it. Roman shoved his hands in his pockets. “But you should definitely put Polysporin or something on it so it doesn’t get infected or anything—so says my mom.” He smiled again. “She’s a nurse.” He grabbed the cup off the shelf and handed me back the coffee.
A multi-colored butterfly suddenly fluttered down from the ceiling landing on my fingers laced around the coffee cup. I gasped, but didn’t move. Glancing up at the ceiling, I whispered in awe, “Where did that come from?”
Roman’s lips twisted into a grin as he gazed down at it, and then back into my eyes. He raised one shoulder. “One butterfly always knows another.”
Advance buzz on SPECTRAL
Click to read the comments at the following links.
Tribute Books Reviews & Giveaways
Waiting on Wednesday
March 14, 2012
Desperately Wanting Wednesday
March 7, 2012
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Tribute Books Mama
Waiting on Wednesday
February 29, 2012
Tribute Books Reviews & Giveaways
Waiting on Wednesday
March 14, 2012
Desperately Wanting Wednesday
March 7, 2012
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Tribute Books Mama
Waiting on Wednesday
February 29, 2012
Young Adult bloggers elicit comments on the SPECTRAL trailer reveal
Click to read the comments at the following links.
Novel Thoughts
March 12, 2012
Magnet 4 Books
March 12, 2012
Bookalicious
March 12, 2012
VLC Photo
March 12, 2012
Young Adult bloggers elicit comments on the SPECTRAL cover reveal
Click to read the comments at the following links.Novel Thoughts
January 28, 2012
YA Bound
January 30, 2012
Shannon talks about ... signing her contract with Tribute Books
FantasyFairy
December 23, 2011
My exciting publishing news!
by Shannon Duffy
Right now I'm still in a state of awe. A space of fuzz, like 'did I finally do it and cross into the land of the published??' Anyone who is a writer and on any part of this journey will know exactly how I feel. So first off, let me just shout it out and say that my YA Paranormal Romance, SPECTRAL, will be published by the amazing Tribute Books!
I'm so honored they loved my book enough to publish it, and it feels amazing and humbling all wrapped up together. Speaking of wrapped up, what a Christmas present, right?
I've always loved to read and I started out writing little bits of poetry for fun and expression, until one day I decided to write a book for my son...and the writing bug continued to grow until now it's a part of me. But I didn't know I would end up being published. Yes, I dreamed and imagined of course. So, really, who says dreams can't come true? *claps hands, happy dance*
So, right now, I'm in the exciting process of the book cover/ book trailer design and developing a website. Busy but so fun, and honestly...surreal! Oh! and my novel is scheduled for release April 10th/12.
Special thanks to my agent Lauren Hammond at ADA management who is amazing in every way possible and a bucket full of sunshine. Seriously, if you've ever talked to her, that's exactly what she's like. Also, to the incredible people who I've met on this journey either on Twitter or through the blogs--thanks for the friendship! Especially these writers and friends of awesome who make me smile, and to a couple in particular, without you, I know this dream wouldn't be coming true: Rachel, Trisha, Georgia, Brenda, Kelly, Julia. And to Nicole at Tribute books who was willing to take a chance on me and my story--a huge thank you! You're amazing. =)
So, that's my big happy news and Christmas cheer in my life that I wanted to share. What awesomeness is going on in your life that is making you bubble over with excitement?
Merry Christmas to each and every one of you. I hope in the New Year all of your hopes and dreams come true. Don't ever stop dreaming!
December 23, 2011
My exciting publishing news!
by Shannon Duffy
Right now I'm still in a state of awe. A space of fuzz, like 'did I finally do it and cross into the land of the published??' Anyone who is a writer and on any part of this journey will know exactly how I feel. So first off, let me just shout it out and say that my YA Paranormal Romance, SPECTRAL, will be published by the amazing Tribute Books!
I've always loved to read and I started out writing little bits of poetry for fun and expression, until one day I decided to write a book for my son...and the writing bug continued to grow until now it's a part of me. But I didn't know I would end up being published. Yes, I dreamed and imagined of course. So, really, who says dreams can't come true? *claps hands, happy dance*
So, right now, I'm in the exciting process of the book cover/ book trailer design and developing a website. Busy but so fun, and honestly...surreal! Oh! and my novel is scheduled for release April 10th/12.
Special thanks to my agent Lauren Hammond at ADA management who is amazing in every way possible and a bucket full of sunshine. Seriously, if you've ever talked to her, that's exactly what she's like. Also, to the incredible people who I've met on this journey either on Twitter or through the blogs--thanks for the friendship! Especially these writers and friends of awesome who make me smile, and to a couple in particular, without you, I know this dream wouldn't be coming true: Rachel, Trisha, Georgia, Brenda, Kelly, Julia. And to Nicole at Tribute books who was willing to take a chance on me and my story--a huge thank you! You're amazing. =)
So, that's my big happy news and Christmas cheer in my life that I wanted to share. What awesomeness is going on in your life that is making you bubble over with excitement?
Merry Christmas to each and every one of you. I hope in the New Year all of your hopes and dreams come true. Don't ever stop dreaming!
SPECTRAL Blog Tour Schedule - April 1 through June 30
If you have a blog and would like to join the Spectral blog tour for a book review, author interview or guest post, please email info@tribute-books.com to sign up.For more information on Tribute Books Blog Tours, click here.
APRIL 2012
Tuesday, April 10
Brenda Drake Writes (review & giveaway)
Wednesday, April 11
Kelly Hashway (interview)
Friday, April 13
So Many Precious Books, So Little Time (spotlight & giveaway)
Saturday, April 14
Emily's Crammed Bookshelf (interview)
Wednesday, April 18
The Romance Bookie (guest post)
Thursday, April 19
Splash of Our Worlds (guest post)
and
I Heart Books (guest post)
Friday, April 20
Nick's Book Blog (review)
Monday, April 23
A Diary of a Book Addict (spotlight)
and
All Consuming Media (guest post)
Tuesday, April 24
The Bookworm (guest post)
and
WriteSpell (review)
and
Tribute Books Mama (review)
Wednesday, April 25
Readinista (guest post)
and
Singing and Reading in the Rain (review)
and
Tabitha's Book Blog (review)
and
vvb32 reads (guest post)
Thursday, April 26
Becky's Barmy Book Blog (guest post)
Friday, April 27
Market My Words (guest post)
and
Shooting Stars Mag (guest post)
and
Great Minds Think Aloud (guest post)
and
I Read Banned Books (guest post & giveaway)
Saturday, April 28
Radiant Shadows (review)
and
Christa's Hooked on Books (guest post)
Monday, April 30
The Book Barbies (review)
and
Death, Books and Tea (guest post)
MAY 2012
Tuesday, May 1
Seeing Night Reviews (review)
and
Babs Book Bistro (spotlight)
and
Night Owl Reviews (review)
Wednesday, May 2
The Sweet Bookshelf (review)
and
My Guilty Obsession (review)
Thursday, May 3
Reading in the Mountains (review)
and
TToria (review)
Friday, May 4
We Do Write (interview)
Saturday, May 5
Sizzling Reads (review)
Monday, May 7
The Bibliophilic Book Blog (review)
and
Jenny's Imaginary World (review)
Tuesday, May 8
Larkin's Book Bloggers (review)
and
Reading to Penguins (review)
Wednesday, May 9
Read Between the Lines (review & giveaway)
and
Mother Gamer Writer (review)
Thursday, May 10
Magnet 4 Books (guest post)
and
The Children's & Teens' Book Connection (interview)
Friday, May 11
Lori M. Lee (guest post)
and
Sarah Elizabeth's Bookshelf (review)
and
YA-aholic (review)
Saturday, May 12
Culture Shock (guest post)
Sunday, May 13
The Paperback Pursuer (review)
Monday, May 14
The Hollow Cupboards (review)
and
Books with Bite (review)
Tuesday, May 15
Reading and Writing Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance (review)
and
Book Fairy Haven (guest post)
Wednesday, May 16
The Musings of a Book Addict (review)
and
Chandara Writes (review)
Thursday, May 17
Pretty in Fiction (review)
and
Catch the Lune (review)
Friday, May 18
Book Love 101 (review)
and
Swoon Worthy Books (review)
Saturday, May 19
Waiting for Wentworth (review)
Sunday, May 20
Rai29BookReadNReview (interview)
Monday, May 21
Read 2 Review (spotlight)
and
A Book and a Latte (interview)
and
Bookworm Blogger (review & giveaway)
Tuesday, May 22
Little Library Muse (review)
and
Rea's Reading and Reviews (review)
and
Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer (review)
and
The Wormhole (interview)
Wednesday, May 23
Simply Infatuated (review)
and
Write Here, Write Now (review)
and
Young Readers (guest post)
Thursday, May 24
Reading It All (review)
and
The Wormhole (review)
and
Paranormal & Urban Fantasy Reviews & Goodies (review)
and
Wicked Readings by Tawania (review & giveaway)
Friday, May 25
Reading Challenged (review)
and
CeCe Reading and Writing Safari (review)
and
Rather Barefoot than Bookless (review)
Monday, May 28
The Bursting Bookshelf (guest post)
and
Krazy Book Lady (guest post)
Tuesday, May 29
The Bookish Dame (review)
Wednesday, May 30
YA Bound (review & interview) and Excerptand
Bookworm Lisa (review)
and
Fiction Freak (interview)
and
Ramblings of a Teenage Bookworm (review)
Thursday, May 31
Behind a Million and One Pages (review)
and
What's Beyond Forks? (review)
and
Itching for Books (review)
JUNE 2012
Friday, June 1
Christie's Book Reviews (review)
and
This Is From My Heart (review)
and
BK Walker Books (spotlight)
Saturday, June 2
Fiction Fascination (guest post)
Monday, June 4
Midnight Book Thief (guest post)
and
Book Reaper (review)
and
Paranormal Reads (review & giveaway)
and
Reading, Writing & Lovin' It (review)
Tuesday, June 5
Minding Spot (review)
and
Mom in Love with Fiction (review)
and
Pages From My Thoughts (review)
Wednesday, June 6
Write Stuff (review)
and
Flutey Words (guest post)
Thursday, June 7
Late Bloomer Online (review)
and
Sweet Southern Home (interview)
Friday, June 8
Novel d'Tales (review)
and
The Book Galaxy (guest post & giveaway)
and
Bookcase to Heaven (review & giveaway)
Monday, June 11
Paper Dreams (review)
Tuesday, June 12
Paper Cuts YA (review)
Wednesday, June 13
Chapter by Chapter (review & giveaway)
and
I Like These Books (guest post)
Thursday, June 14
Book Lover Stop (review)
and
The Daily Harrell (review)
and
I Am A Reader, Not A Writer (interview & giveaway)
and
Artsy Musings of a Bibliophile (review)
Friday, June 15
Book Lover's Paradise (review)
and
From the TBR Pile (review)
Saturday, June 16
The Reader's Antidote (review)
and
Moonlight Gleam's Bookshelf (guest post)
Monday, June 18
Rainy Day Ramblings (review & giveaway)
and
The Random Musings of a Writer (review)
and
The Fairytale Nerd (guest post)
and
The Reader's Den (review)
Tuesday, June 19
A Dream Within A Dream (review)
Wednesday, June 20
Kindred Dreamheart (guest post)
and
Books and Needlepoint (review)
Thursday, June 21
Unabridged Bookshelf (review)
and
thebo0ki3 (review)
Friday, June 22
JeanzBookReadNReview (review & interview)
and
Moonlight Book Reviews (review)
Monday, June 25
Nightly Reading (review)
Tuesday, June 26
Reader Girls (review)
Wednesday, June 27
Paranormal Book Fan (review)
Thursday, June 28
Novels on the Run (review)
Friday, June 29
Offbeat Vagabond (review & giveaway)
Saturday, June 30
Melissa's Eclectic Bookshelf (guest post)
and
Paranormal Fantasy Addict (review)
and
JennReneeRead (review)
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