Self Publishing

Nexus Gate 4037: The Animal, Free on Amazon for a limited time!

| Candice Coates

Hello friends and fellow Genre-Jumpers! It’s been a while since we’ve conversed and I’d like to take a moment to apologize for that, BUT I also hope that life has treated you well since our silence began and ended.

Today, I’d like to share some grand news with you all. NEXUS GATE 4037: THE ANIMAL will be FREE for ebook download from Monday, February 28th until the end of Tuesday, March 1st.

why the free days?

There are several reasons why I would like to get Nexus Gate into your hands FOR FREE. The first of which is that I believe in this story and I know that you all do as well, and with that in mind, I want to share it and encourage you to share it with everyone you know as well.

After all, it’s free for a limited time.

The second reason is that I, a little over a year ago, removed NEXUS GATE from the KDP Ads program and by doing so, fell completely off the Amazon ranking database. So not only is Nexus Gate no longer showing its ranking, but it is hard to find even if you type the title into the search area.

The third reason is Nexus Gate, though having a well-intended cover design at the start, has come to be somewhat … flat. The baby needs a makeover! So in the meantime, I want to allow those of you who have not had the chance to give it a read to do so now.

Why the makeover?

As I’ve said, we need a new, strong, and gripping cover, one that aligns perfectly with the story and the characters. In addition to that, WE ARE WORKING ON A HARDCOPY through Barnes & Nobles as well as an AUDIOBOOK for those who’d love to read the story but don’t have the time to do so via hardcopy or ebook.

How you can heLP

Download, share, and leave honest feedback.

DOWNLOAD AND SHARE: Even if you don’t feel like you have the time to read through, download it and encourage others to do so as well. This will help me get back into the Amazon ranking and prepare it to be seen when the audiobook and hardcover come out for sale.

SHARE WITH OTHERS: I can’t ask that enough. The more you share the more others download and again it is FOR FREE!

LEAVE ME FEEDBACK: Whether you choose to do so on Amazon, or even on Goodreads, leave me feedback so that I can make the necessary changes before it is reprinted. You can even email me at candicecoateswrites@gmail.com and tell me what you think there! I would greatly appreciate it.

Get it HERE now!

“The best things in life are free … or $19.95.”

~I don’t know who said it, but I like it
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Nexus Gate 4037: The Animal Now Available on Amazon in PAPERBACK!!!

| Candice Coates

Friends and fellow Genre Jumpers! The day is now upon us! NEXUS GATE 4037: THE ANIMAL is NOW AVAILABLE in PAPERBACK and ebook on AMAZON! NG 3D Front 2

(Forgive all of the capitalizations, but this lady is HAPPY!!!!)

You have GOT TO GET THIS BOOK! and not just because I say so, but because others do.

“…This is one wild ride, with time travel from future to past and back again. Enter the year 4037–the past–where the future makes a point of studying what’s already happened without interfering unless absolutely necessary. Vivian’s time surveillance is thrust into chaos after the disappearance of her husband in the nexus of time and the unwelcome appearance of ‘Tucker’ John from the year 1837…the year he was supposed to die. Thinking he’s been abducted, Tucker raises all sorts of a ruckus while bearing an uncanny resemblance to Vivian’s missing husband. Vivian must protect her time surveillance, keep the past she presently lives in and the past of humanity from falling apart. She’ not sure she can mourn the loss of her own John Spruce and hold on to her sanity in the face of a controlling, damaged, and twisted man from a past best left in the past all while searching for the cause of the tampering that led to their dangerous predicament. You really have got to get this book!” 

Here is another 5 Star review from a reader:

…Candice Coates’ ability to make you love a character you know you should hate is impressive. Vivian is a strong female lead whose drive is well-balanced by her compassion. And if there was one villain you should love to hate, you’d think it would be Tucker John. Nexus Gate 4037: The Animal is only the first book in this series, but Candice Coates has already gotten the series off to a dynamic and thrilling start…

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Head on over to Amazon and get your hands on your own copy, be it eBook or Paperback. Hey, why not get both?!

If you know anyone who has a love of science fiction and time travel, suspense, and alternative history, then this is definitely the book for them.

And if you aren’t already, be sure to FOLLOW me here, as well as on INSTAGRAM and FACEBOOK!

In the meantime, here is a quote from the Animal himself, Tucker John, Nexus Gate 4037: The Animal,

“I swear fo’god before all this is said and done, you gon’ find out why they give me the name Tucka’!” ~TUCKER JOHN

 

On Amazon ONLY!: Nexus Gate Publishing Decisions & Inktober News

| Candice Coates

Hello, Genre Jumpers! This month of September has been a loaded one. With starting to work from home, building a workable creative rhythm and schedule, getting NEXUS GATE 4037: THE ANIMAL formatted for paperback publication, and a list of other things, let’s just say this woman is tired, but in a good way.

Here is what’s going down.

NEXUS GATE PAPERBACK ONLY ON AMAZON

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eBOOK & PAPERBACK AVAILABLE NOW ON AMAZON!

After weeks of disputing with Barnes & Noble about ISBN ownership, I have decided to ONLY publish on AMAZON. I apologize for any inconveniences that I have caused my hopeful B&N readers but Amazon is simply the best option for me and my book at the moment.

I have to say that I have had a great level of peace concerning this decision and have gleaned a lot of useful knowledge for my next indie publication coming in the Winter of 2020

 

So if you are ready to get your read on with Nexus Gate, head on over to Amazon and make all of your reading-dreams come true!

I’ve ordered my author copy and will share that soon, as well as a personal paperback from B&N, just to do some comparisons on final products.

WHAT’S THIS INKTOBER BUSINESS?

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This image is not my property, and by sharing, I am in no way assuming any ownership.

Being that I am not only a writer but an artist, I am planning to participate in my first ever round of Inktober, created by illustrator, Jake Parker. Although I am going to try my hand at doing prompted sketches, I am also going to attempt to create some micro-fiction to go along with each picture.

This is mighty ambitious BUT I need to stretch my creative muscles and this seems to be the best way to do so.

I’m also not using the official Inktober list, but another that was created by an illustrator I follow on Instagram. Their list is set up to create a more personal set of daily prompt words and I really enjoy that concept.

I am imagining making really cool pieces and stories to share here on my site and eventually my online store, which will be coming soon as well.

SO RECAP

  1. The paperback of Nexus Gate will ONLY be sold on Amazon, as well as the eBook
  2. I am going to make some art and new micro-fiction in October!

Thanks for journeying along with me and I look forward to reading your reviews on my debut novel!

~Candice, The Genre Jumper

If the plan doesn’t work, change the plan but never the goal.” ~UNKNOWN

*Photo by Siora Photography on Unsplash

 

Nexus Gate 4037 Paperback News & Other Musings…& it’s About TIME!

| Candice Coates

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Hello, Genre Jumpers! Candice here, and let me tell you all that I am BEYOND excited to be connecting with you once again.

It has been a long season away, but it was filled with learning, growing, and planning for things that are right on the horizon, things that I am super excited to be sharing with you today.

First, I want to thank everyone who showed their support and purchased an eBook copy of NEXUS GATE 4037: THE ANIMAL. It is such an honor and privilege to share the imagined worlds that live in my head and heart with others.

For those who have YET to purchase, there is still time and not only time but an additional format option to choose from coming in October.

NEXUS GATE 4037: THE ANIMAL PAPERBACK COMING FRIDAY OCTOBER 4th 2019

NG 3D JPEGIt has been a long time coming, but each step and each moment has been worth the wait! NEXUS GATE 4037: THE ANIMAL will be in PAPERBACK!

WHEN: FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4th, 2019

PRICE: $16.99

PREORDER: TBA

WHERE: AMAZON and BARNES & NOBLE

 

I have worked really hard, and with the love, support, and guidance of other indie authors, especially Rachael Ritchey ( go and check out her site AND her books! ) I have been blessed to get where I am with my indie-publication journey.

Learning about formatting, not only for eBooks but paperback, has taught me a few things. One, patience is indeed a virtue and two, you really don’t have a clue how to use Microsoft Word until you have gone through the fire of formatting a document for publication!

I laugh about it now, but I tell you, I broke sweats in the cold with my attempts of making my manuscript publishable in both the eBook and paperback.

WHERE YOU CAN PURCHASE NEXUS GATE 4037?

While PAPERBACKS will be available on both AMAZON and BARNES & NOBLE, the EBOOK will only BE AVAILABLE ON AMAZON.

Starting sometime in September, NEXUS GATE will be joining KINDLE UNLIMITED! For those who are already subscribers to KU you will get to read NEXUS GATE for FREE for a season.

FOR THOSE WHO DON’T OWN A KINDLE BUT WANT TO READ THE EBOOK, no worries!

As you may already know, both Android and Apple, have Kindle Apps that enable you to download Kindle Books you’ve already purchased from Amazon and onto whatever device you have the App running on.

Here is a HOW TO video for those of you who have struggled with the logistics of the Kindle App. CLICK HERE! The video is less than 3 minutes long and is short and sweet and straight to the point.

That’s our news in a nutshell! More goodies are coming this FALL so be sure to FOLLOW me here, as well as on INSTAGRAM and FACEBOOK!

In the meantime, here is a quote from the Animal himself, Tucker John, Nexus Gate 4037: The Animal,

“I swear fo’god before all this is said and done, you gon’ find out why they give me the name Tucka’!” ~TUCKER JOHN

 

 

 

Nexus Gate Update in 2018

| Candice Coates

Hello Friends,

We have rolled, some of us through the snow, out of the 2017 year, into the glory of 2018! Having made it through, I think we should all do a happy dance!

Publication of my debut novel, Nexus Gate 4037: The Animal, is glowing on the horizon, and for that, I am truly grateful. For that, I get up every day and chomp through page after page of necessary edits with the hope of reaching my deadline.

 

I have made much progress since last we had our chat, however, there is still much work to do. At least 14,000 words need to be sweetly kissed goodbye, as well as, a new cover image potentially needing to be created. (If you are digging the current image, let me know. I may even consider doing a voting poll between covers. Anything could happen.)

 

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With that being said, I am pushing back my publication date.

Now, don’t boo me yet. As I’ve said before, this is my first go at the self-publication-rodeo and with that being the case, my process is not as smooth-going as veterans at this venture, but I am learning, and I am pressing forward.

A late Spring publication date is ideal. Summer, is probably more practical. Either way, continue to cheer me on and pray my success! It is very much appreciated.

In other news, my creativity has been flowing like crazy and four new storylines for Science Fantasy Fiction have been born. I will give you the goods on those in the future.

Until later, friends!

~Candice

If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” ~ William Edward Hickson