The last newsletter of 2023! The year has flown by and I’m already gearing up for 2024 and 2025. Where did the time go? Attending signings, retreats, and other events I guess time really gets away from you. I highly enjoyed meeting everyone I’ve seen this year at various events and things, and I hope to see you all next year. And I’d love to meet new faces too!
The holidays are fast approaching and I’m still not even finished shopping yet! I’m not the best wrapper in the world either…
Do you have any New Years’ resolutions? Read more books maybe? Mine is doing a bit more yoga practice, and just taking things one day at a time. I’ve been so overwhelmed with working two jobs and deadlines and the backend things of being an author I just haven’t had time to enjoy life or do the things I’d like to do. Hopefully an assistant is in my future to help with all of these things.
But in the meantime I look forward to seeing all of you in 2024 and releasing new stories!
The Mashed Potato Incident is out NOW!
The Mashed Potato Incident is here! Enjoy the spicy romantic comedy story of Cheyenne and Asher as they navigate through a weekend with Cheyenne’s family. The reviews so far are AMAZING! 19 wonderful reviews across Bookbub, Goodreads, and Amazon!
Here’s a few of those wonderful reviews thanks to all of you my lovely crew!
“Gotta love a bit of a dysfunctional family story to make you feel a bit better about yours! This was a cute little holiday story to get you in the mood for your own holiday chaos. I absolutely adore Ashley and her writing I can’t to read more by her.”
“A short and sweet story. It’s hilarious, reads so true of family get togethers, that you won’t be able to stop reading it. Loved it 🥰”
“This book had me giggling and laughing out loud. The shower scene is my favorite.”
“This is the perfect holiday read for any time of the year!! I really needed a read that would make me laugh out loud but had heat to it and I truly picked the perfect one. Although it’s a short read, it packed a lot into it and I could totally envision how all the events went down. There are so many hilarious instances in the book but the spider, the spider incident will be a scene that I will always remember and it will always give me a chuckle! I need more from this author and will be checking out her book list!”
The consensus? Check out why everybody’s raving about the spider in the shower…
Holiday Cards
Yes! Holiday cards are being sent out this year! I have sent out a couple already. If you email me your name and address I will send a holiday card with some special swag inside. Please have your email to me by December 12th to ensure prompt delivery. You can email me at authorashleybrion@gmail.com.
Last 2023 Signing!
The last signing of the year! I will be in Gettysburg, PA for their New Years’ Eve celebrations! Vendors will be set up from 9pm to midnight. As of now we are told to be there before 4pm to get our spots and set up so who knows what happens in between that time! You may see me around town having drinks and celebrating! I may be in a traditional Civil War era dress….
2024 Signings
We have signings scheduled!
Dreaming Dirty in Maryland-Baltimore, MD. May 4, 2024 at the Lord Baltimore Hotel from 12pm to 6pm.
Getting Witchy With It-Salem, MA. September 14, 2024 (Sunday ONLY), at the Boston-Mariott Peabody Hotel from 11am-6pm.
DelaConn 2024- Newark, DE. November 2, 2024 at the Sonesta Select hotel.
Smaller signings and Pride events will be announced as they become available. As of now I am expected to be at Gettysburg Pride in June and working on reaching out to attend the York and Hanover, PA Pride events.
Smashwords Sale!
From December 15th to January 1st Smashwords is having a HUGE Winter sale! I’m excited to announce that ALL of my books will be available as part of a promotion on Smashwords through January 1 as part of their 2023 End of Year Sale! All books will be 50% off, and that means some of them will even be FREE. This is a chance to get my book, along with books from many other great authors, at a discount so you can get right to reading.
You will find the promo here starting on December 15, so save the link:
https://www.smashwords.com/shelves/promos/
Please share this promo with friends and family. You can even forward this email to the avid readers in your life!
Thank you for your help and support!
Happy reading
Stuff Your Kindle Event Is Happening!
The most anticipated event each year is coming on December 27th! The romance Stuff Your Kindle event hosted by Romance Bookworms ha[[ens for ONE day only. But I heard some juicy rumors that many authors are starting theirs a week early, and some will have them free for 3 days. My book, The Black Rogue, will be in this event for FREE. The paperback is on sale for $12. I started a bit early so the first book of the Brooke de Lauront series will be FREE starting on the 7th and up until the 28th on all platforms, including Amazon.
I will send out a post/email when the link goes live for the Stuff Your Kindle event.
What’s happening with the swag?
As you all know I really wanted to branch out. I wanted to offer teas, candles, keychains, all themed to the books. I wanted something more than just stickers and bookmarks. Unfortunately because of expenses that plan is on hold. If I am able to get that idea off the ground they will be sold at book signings. Stickers and bookmarks will remain free at book events.
Have a happy holiday season everyone, and a joyous New Year!
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