It doesn’t matter how many times you release a book the cover reveal is always an exciting affair. That first glimpse of how the designer interpreted your words, the anticipation of seeing it on a bookshelf, and the fear that you actually might not like it all wrestle for room in your already overcrowded brain.
I have total faith in the design team at BHC Press and so when my phone pings with a notification telling me ‘it’s ready’ I get goose bumps. I dash over to my computer and wait for the messages to trickle in. You see, my fabulous publisher loves to draw out the suspense with some ‘tried this, tried that, changed this, changed that’ messages first, by which time I have no fingernails left! Then, when I think I might burst from excitement the image loads…
The thing with covers is the ability they have to get a true and immediate reaction. Think about the times you’ve scrolled through the thumbnail images on Amazon and then stopped when a beautiful cover jumps out at you. It hooks you, and you have to click on the tiny picture just to be able to zoom in and marvel at the wonder of such a stunning design.
When the cover for my new YA novel loaded on my screen, I sucked in my breath. First impressions are everything, and I was blown away by the atmospheric design, the muted colours, and the clever addition of fangs beneath the title wording. It was everything I could have hoped for and more.
My daughter was with me when I opened the image, and as the book is aimed at her age bracket (13+), I was delighted to hear the soft ‘oh wow’ from over my shoulder. Mission accomplished!
So, here it is. The cover for Oath Breaker out now via BHC Press.
I’d love to know what you think.
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Book Blurb:
Will she follow the pack…
Or will she destroy them?
A dead mother.
A violent father.
A missing brother.
When Mia’s father is murdered, it’s her estranged uncle that comes to the rescue, but what he offers her in return for his help could be worse than the life she is leaving behind.
Taken to Hood Academy, a unique school deep in the forest, she discovers friendships, love, and the courage to stand on her own.
As she trains hard, Mia takes the oath that seals her future as a werewolf hunter, but not everyone wants Mia to succeed.
Screams in the night. Secret rooms. Hidden letters. Mia becomes an important piece in a game she doesn’t want to play.
Will the truth set her free, or will it destroy her?
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Exciting times, congratulations.
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Thanks, Rosie x
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Loving the cover, and the book sounds great too!
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Yay, thank you so much x
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This really does look stunning Shelley – good luck (and I have voted so good luck there toox)
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Thank you so much, Linda. xx
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Looks amazing Shelley! I look forward to reading this!!!
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Thank, Ritu. x
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Looks awesome. Cannot wait to read it. Good luck with the blogger bash. I have voted xx😍
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Thank you xxx
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Fabulous cover Shelly and congratulations on the up coming release date. Proper exciting stuff. One day I’m hoping to be in the same situation lol. Will be in touch re that spotlight this week too x
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Thanks, Gary. I look forward to the day you are in this situation too! 😊
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Me too lol; I’m at that procrastinating what to do, where to send it phase. I reckon this is the sucky part as I hate indecision lol
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Brilliant cover, Shelley 🙂 Congratulations and best of luck with the votes xx
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Thanks, Cathy xx
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I LOVE your new cover Shelley. It looks equally terrifying & intriguing. Perfect. Also I’m so excited for you!
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Haha, that’s what my editor said 😂😂 Thank you x
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It just look wonderful !! Congratulations.
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Thank you x
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Great blurb and fabulous cover. I can’t wait to read this!
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Thanks, Barb! Getting excited now as it’s so close 😊
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Huge congrats lovely!
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Thank you 😍😊
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I love this cover, seeing this again that impact wasn’t lessened, just wow, it really is a thing of beauty! Congratulations Shelley!
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Aww thank you, that’s lovely. I’ve saved it as my phone screensaver lol 😍😜x
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It looks fabulous Shelley – exciting times 😀
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Thanks, Georgia 😊
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I just love the look of this cover! And I can’t wait to read this! 💖
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Thank you so much, Noelle x
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Best cover yet Shelley. I love it! Congrats and good luck with the awards! I have already voted. 😘
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Thank you so much, Gloria! 💕
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Congrats on the nomination!
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Thanks, Gabe 😊
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I LOVE this! It’s gorgeous! 😍 Can’t wait to read it. Congrats!
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Thank you xx
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Cover looks amazing! You must be so excited. Sounds like a fab story and looking forward to reading this when it comes out.
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Thank you! I’m in that *squeal* phase lol 😂
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So you should be it’s such an exciting moment!!
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Oh I love it Shelley! Such a nice layout – I love the layers. There is a lot to make you think. Congratulations!
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Thank you 😊
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How exciting! Congratulations and good luck with the new book!
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Thank you so much x
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Reblogged this on Don Massenzio's Blog and commented:
Check out this cover reveal for the book, Oath Breaker, by Shelley Wilson, from her blog.
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Thank you so much for the reblog, Don! Hope are are well 😊
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You’re welcome
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Released just in time for the Bash as well, Shelley. Great cover – they do make all the difference!
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Thanks, Graeme. I shall be celebrating in style haha 🙂
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Did not see the fangs until I read the post and looked again, I loved the cover anyway, but now I love it even more IT’S AWESOME
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Ha ha, thanks Sacha, I didn’t spot them straight away either. 😉
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