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BOOK LAUNCH & Contest & Give-Aways, Oh My!

by | Feb 19, 2018 | Books, Cat Behavior & Care, Dog Training & Care | 22 comments

COME JOIN THE BOOK LAUNCH CONTEST!

My newest books are now available, SQUEE! (now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT), as well as the (now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT) officially release tomorrow in the Amazon’s Kindle World library, but I’m starting the party TODAY.

(now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT)The winners of the NAME THAT PET contest have been notified, and the new characters are: *drum roll please*

(now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT)POPOKI for the kitten, and RANGER for the puppy. More prizes will be up for paw-grabs in the next several days, starting NOW. To celebrate the launch of my pet-centric story, CALLED TO PROTECT, I’m giving away copies of two of my nonfiction books, AND a rhinestone paw necklace/earring set.

SCROLL DOWN to enter for your chance to win pet-centric prizes, PURRR-fect for the pet lover! They’re Karma-Kat approved!

book launch contest

To enter, simply click this link and fill out the form and winners will be chosen in a random drawing. Note: the books are Ebooks and so everyone is eligible to enter and win. Unfortunately, I can only ship the jewelry within the United States (so thanks for understanding. Scroll down to enter, below the video.

Also–MORE PRIZES from my author-friends in the Lei Crime Kindle World Ohana, including Amazon Gift Certificates and more! Check out the video, below, and then go to THIS LINK for more details on the fun party and prize give-aways on Tuesday February 20, 2018 from 1:30-8:30 EST. (I will be hosting from 3-3:30 EST in the group!).

LINK TO LEI CRIME FACEBOOK PARTY!

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22 Comments

  1. scrappyrat
    scrappyrat on February 25, 2018 at 11:02 am

    The September Day series is my favorite companion animal mystery series, so how did I miss your newest Kiki and Lea series? Well, I won’t miss any more, now that I’ve signed up for all your various updates! 🙂 Keep writing and I will keep reading (and writing, too, since that’s what I do.) 🙂

    Reply
    • Amy Shojai
      Amy Shojai on February 25, 2018 at 12:02 pm

      Yay! Glad we connected! And thanks.

      Reply
  2. irenemchugh
    irenemchugh on February 22, 2018 at 2:16 pm

    You made me snort! LOL! Those answer choices made my day. Congratulations on another book launch. May your fingers continue to click clack away on your keyboard.

    Reply
  3. Sweet Purrfections
    Sweet Purrfections on February 21, 2018 at 11:49 pm

    I haven’t read this series yet, so I’m excited to add them to my list of must reads! Maybe this will be a nice present for my 62 birthday, which is on Feb. 26.

    Reply
  4. Kia
    Kia on February 21, 2018 at 7:20 pm

    Woo hoo! Congrats on your books. I love the names that were chosen…especially the cat! So unique.

    Reply
  5. Beth
    Beth on February 21, 2018 at 7:17 pm

    Thanks for letting us know the winning names of the kitten and dog! Both are good choices. Congratulations on the launch!

    Reply
  6. Jana Rade
    Jana Rade on February 21, 2018 at 7:02 pm

    Congratulations on the launch! Always exciting. Best of luck with it becoming a best-seller.

    Reply
  7. Jodi M. Clock
    Jodi M. Clock on February 21, 2018 at 6:00 pm

    From one author to another – congrats. Yes, you did a nice FB live post. I would love to connect with you to talk about the successes and challenges of launches. You have great energy – no doubt it will be a success.

    Reply
    • Amy Shojai
      Amy Shojai on February 21, 2018 at 6:33 pm

      Thanks so much. Every launch is different and happy to chat sometime.

      Reply
  8. Kamira G.
    Kamira G. on February 21, 2018 at 4:02 pm

    Congrats on your book launch! Yeay! I’ll be sharing this post as well. Wish you continued success!

    Reply
  9. Three Chatty Cats
    Three Chatty Cats on February 21, 2018 at 12:59 pm

    Congratulations on your book launch, how very exciting! Wishing you lots of success. I love the winning names as well!

    Reply
  10. Seville at Nerissa's Life
    Seville at Nerissa's Life on February 21, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    You’re havin’ a book launch party? I LOVE a good party and I really, really love books. I love ’em almost as much as I love nip. purrs

    Reply
    • Amy Shojai
      Amy Shojai on February 21, 2018 at 1:18 pm

      The party is still going on! So click the links to check out the prizes and threads in the facebook group. *s*

      Reply
  11. Sonja Lishchynski
    Sonja Lishchynski on February 21, 2018 at 12:50 pm

    I DO so love Popoki as a name! glad it won! Congrats on the book launch we wish you much success!

    Reply
    • Amy Shojai
      Amy Shojai on February 21, 2018 at 1:19 pm

      Me, too, I was glad Popoki won! Ranger for the pup is a great name, too.

      Reply
  12. Ruth Epstein
    Ruth Epstein on February 21, 2018 at 11:49 am

    Congratulations on your book launch. What a wonderful achievement

    Reply
  13. fashionbeyondforty
    fashionbeyondforty on February 21, 2018 at 1:23 am

    So cool to see the winning names! I have been waiting to find out! Congrats on your book launch! Celebrate and be proud! Such an achievement!

    Reply
    • Amy Shojai
      Amy Shojai on February 21, 2018 at 1:20 pm

      Thanks, it’s been an exciting time!

      Reply
  14. Dash Kitten
    Dash Kitten on February 21, 2018 at 12:11 am

    I had to laugh at the answer choices!!! Oh it was so hard MOL!

    Good luck Amy, your books deserve the absolute MOST success ever – after all cats and dogs make the best super heroes (or detectives, or cook, or adventurers!!)

    Reply
    • Amy Shojai
      Amy Shojai on February 21, 2018 at 1:20 pm

      *giggle* I agree with you–furry detectives and crime fighters are the BEST!

      Reply

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