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my book is released

Well about a year and a half and 40,500 words later (or thereabouts) my book is now finished and released. It is available through Lulu (and I believe through other affiliated partners)in an Epub format which is what most digital E-readers use. You can download a free Epub reader anywhere on the net for free if you don't own a kindle or some other E-reader.

I am pretty proud of this book and as a first time author I am sure there is much room for improvement. Nevertheless, I hope those of you who read it will enjoy it and maybe get something out of it. You might even recognize yourself in my words. I would also dearly appreciate your feedback on it if you feel so inclined to review it once you have read it.

Thank you!

It can be acquired here


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  1. Emma Gray14 March 2018 at 12:43

    Congratulations, Joanna! I'm sure everyone will appreciate it!

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    1. joanna Santos14 March 2018 at 13:43

      Thanks for your pre-read Emma. I ended up doing major surgery on a large portion of the book which I am much happier with now..

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    2. Calie14 March 2018 at 17:50

      Congratulations, Joanna. I put the link in the Book Shelf section of the T-Central home page.

      Calie

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    3. joanna Santos15 March 2018 at 02:41

      Thanks so much Calie!

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  2. Shybiker14 March 2018 at 18:43

    Congrats! I look forward to reading it. Are you doing anything to promote it?

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    1. joanna Santos15 March 2018 at 02:41

      Not right now Ally no

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    2. joanna Santos15 March 2018 at 03:26

      I was hoping word of mouth would be enough but if you have suggestions let me know :)

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