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There was a series of posts released on the socials for BCP listing all of the Hooks for the Otherworldly Emergence series. In the Posts there was 3 pages, the hook with a cover teaser. The Pre-order information and details to checkout the website. The last page had names of all the books in the series. The listing of all the listing.

Because the selection of authors for the Otherworldly Emergence Novella Series are widespread; we have decided to complete an online launch for the series. As we are a West Australian based company, we have decided to celebrate on a Friday night. Not just any Friday night, it is my Birthday. Everyone who attends the launch will get an exclusive poster of the series and have an opportunity to celebrate with the Authors and Creators that are in attendance. There will be a cha

Book 13 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fiction Novella series is Hidden Heritage by J A Duxbury. This was another one I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for. The second book that Julz pitched for the series and I had heard so much about it during the process of this series development that I was really excited to read it.

Book 12 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fiction Novella series is Echoes of the Lattice by Sidney Rowan. I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for this story and I was instantly immersed into the fantastical realm Sidney had created. I knew when it was pitched that it was going to be something special and I was not wrong.

Book 11 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fiction Novella series is Monsters and the Disturbed by Ryan Null. There have been sweeping changes for Ryan throughout the OWE development. He was one of the first people that submitted a pitch for the series after being interviewed for the Finding Elara Podcast. This story is particularly gritty and am sure it is going to be a favourite for those who enjoy paranormal action.

Book 10 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fictions Novella series is Captured by Cave Hills by Aribela Evans. This is a wonderful paranormal Cosy story that I have enjoyed seeing come to like on the page. The poetic way in which Aribela writes always sweeps me away when I listen to her read a chapter. I am so excited to share this book with the world.

Book 9 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fictions Novella series is Baby Fang by Olivia Krein. This story has had a couple of different title over the course of its creation but the story concept has held strong throughout. Olivia has been very active in the writers group, open to sharing her ideas and helping out. She is passionate and inspiring and I hope that people enjoy the story when it comes out.

Book 8 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fictions Novella series is The Final Crone by DL Nix. It is completely self serving when I say this is my favourite book of the series, because if you don't enjoy what you write and find passion in the craft then what are you doing it for? I am so proud to be a part of this series of books and to have met a community of authors. We have kept each other accountable and pushed each other every step of the way. I look forward to h

Book 7 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fictions Novella series is Shadows Beyond the Gates by Heather Salter Purves. This book was pitched Early and I couldn't help but get excited about the story and what Heather has to share with the world.

Book 6 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fictions Novella series is Death - A semi-colon of Life by Chintan & Priya. when I first heard the concept of this story I was instantly interested to see how they would be able to put it all together in a concise narrative. They have been supportive and encouraging throughout the double-collaborative process. First as part of the 13 book series and as two people writing one book.

Book 5 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fictions Novella series is Not your Normal Heroes by J A Duxbury. This is the first story that was pitched for the series. I met Julz on Facebook while I was just starting out with Bushland Castle Productions and she has stayed onboard as a creative consultant. This is not her only book in the series too, I am releasing these 'name drop' posts in order of release, but you will see her second book soon. For people who have bee

Book 4 of the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fictions Novella series is Awakening the Mother of Beasts by Selina Shapland and it is brilliant. The journey that the Author made from story concept to completed manuscript has been amazing to watch and be a part of. I met Selina through Romance Writers of Australia (RWA) as she was running a mastermind about the different forms of editing and the benefits of having a book coach. I was unfamiliar with the term when I first he

Book three is another darker spec fic. and I have had to hold myself back from sharing what beasties are making an appearance on this one. Inheritance by Felix Nolan is a grittier story doesn't hold anything back. When the premise was pitched for this book it peeped out of the shadows with alluring potential. I wanted to know more! There were layers of intrigue in place from the beginning and I wanted to know the answers. Felix had familial history established and worldbuil

What amazes me about speculative fiction is that it encompasses so many different genres in itself. The first book Enchanted Escapes is a magical realism and fantastical fairytale-esk story where as this one is Paranormal leaning toward Horror. The Creature of Creekside is Book two of the Otherworldly Emergence Series and Jamie has been a delight to work with. Collaborating well with other, sharing their opinion when there was something interesting to add to the conversation

If you have been around for a while then you will know that I am so proud of the all the Authors in the Otherworldly Emergence Speculative Fiction Novella Series. If you are new, then I recommend looking at some of the other posts I have written about because the journey has been an enlightening one for all involved. From the beginning, this Author April Mae has collaborated with an open mind and generous spirit. Her pitch was succinct and well considered. Her quiet natur

So, write-ins. Why do we do them?

Owning your list is important. You may likely have already heard this ad nauseum if you are in the small business world, but it is true. I lost access to Meta before Christmas for almost two weeks and I couldn't do anything about it. I was fortunate enough to have the pages reinstated, but I lost so many contacts at that time that I don't really know what the cost of it was. Because I am only a fledgeling company with limited items for sale, it wasn't immediately noticeable.

The first fiction reading journal I used wasn't really anything special. I had heard of the idea from someone online and thought that would be a great way to keep track of the books I had read and remind me about the stories, months or years down the track. It has come in handy when a third book comes out and I really want to read it, but it was a while ago since I read the first. I write my own opinions in it, so when I read it back to myself it normally brings me back to th