Have you tried Kindle Vella Stories?

I know I haven’t posted in a few months. It’s been a crazy year so far. Lots of personal things taking my time. But I am working on my Kindle Vella story fairly regularly and posting episodes every two weeks, more or less. And this is what my latest newsletter was about and I want to share that information here.

For the last few months, Amazon has been beta testing episodic storytelling via the Vella application. Right now, hundreds of stories are growing on the site, episode by episode, but it seems most of the readers are still unaware of the treasure trove of stories on it in all genres.

A bunch of authors who write science fiction and fantasy novels have grouped together to bring this promo featuring 57 Vella stories you can read in your leisure time. Got a few minutes at lunch? Read an episode. Waiting for the bus or standing in line for a ticket? Read an episode. You can read it on your phone or on your tablet, even on your computer if you wish. So, what are you waiting for? Sample an episode or two of any or all of these stories! The first three episodes are free to read. If you want to continue, simply purchase a token pack from the site and unlock the next episodes. Click on the image below to go to the link.

My episodic story is Cynara’s Destiny, a YA novel for everyone.
When an alien force threatens, a sixteen-year-old sorceress must learn to use her birthright gifts to save her solar system. Cynara faces opposition and doubt regarding her theories about a possible other world invasion from the planet’s governors, and she doubts her own ability to protect the whole the system. Telepathically connected to her companion, a frost leopard, the team sets off to discover the truth when crops start dying in the west and the river waters are fouled.

Currently, I have 26 episodes posted with a few more to come to complete the first season. (Think of it as Book1). So, please check out all the offerings and find out what’s neat about Vella. And while you’re there, be sure to give each episode a thumbs up if you like it.

Meet Me in Person

I will be doing two events in May in Reno, Nevada where I can meet and greet with readers.  I am excited to do this since it’s been a while.

The first event is Divas Day Out at the Grand Sierra Hotel in their ballroom. This is a fun outing for ladies with all kinds of merch at booths throughout the room plus sexy entertainment in male dancers and female impersonators. Plus, I will be at a booth with other Reno others at our Biggest Little Bookstore. We’ll have all genres of books for sale or to just browse. If you’re in Reno, come see us. The date is Saturday, May 7th from 10 am to 3 pm. I’d love to see you there.

The other May event is a book reading and meet and greet at Grassroots Book Store in south Reno. Six local science fiction and/or fantasy writers will be reading a short passage from their books and chatting with everyone. This event starts at 4:30 pm, with the readings planned for 5:30 on Saturday, May 21st. Come out and meet us.  Grassroots is located at 660 E. Grove St. in Reno, Nevada.

Update on Outer Rim

On a different note, I am currently working on Outer Rim, the second book of the O’Ceagan Saga series. I  plan on releasing this in October, so lots to do to get it ready by then. If you haven’t checked out the first book, O’Ceagan’s Legacy, you can find it on Amazon, Kobo, Nook, and Apple Books from this link at Draft2Digital.

Thanks for reading and for following me. It means a lot!
Lilly