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This is the weekly Thursday NL for S.M. McCoy for all things fantastical sci-fi fantasy and paranormal adventures with a splash of romance.
If you are on this NL it is because you joined a giveaway like AuthorsXP, BookSweeps, grabbed a copy of My Abett, Kingdom of Acatalec, or spotted my Divine series around and thought that author seems cool, and I would like to stay in touch!
For those of you who don't know, I also write under a pen name for alien romances, and for the next week or so, I'm pretty much hunkering down to get a book launched, Her Alien Savior. https://books.steviemarie.com/heraliensavior
The summer schedule is going to be light for family, I'll get back to normal scheduling in late September.
Taking Medusa is still launching as scheduled October 3rd, 2023. I've got everything already set to go, so my summer delays do not affect this launch.
If you want to read early, you can grab the Hardcover, which is available now on the zon, or through my author store to get extra goodies like stickers, art print, and my love! (Please be aware that shipping internationally (outside US) does cost more.) I've already had a few people grab a signed copy from my author shop, I only stocked a few and once they are gone from the author store, I won't be printing them again until I need to go to a book fair, so grab them before they sell out and get the art print and sticker along with it included. https://payhip.com/b/oDOMj
I was just pleased pink when someone emailed me saying they don't normally buy hardcovers and the e-book, but she said I gained a life-long fan in her! It's for moments like these that I share my stories, and am re-motivated to dive into the next book! Thank you so much for letting me know that you love my writing! It fills me with all the fluffies.
I kind of view Ian Somerhalder as the look of Poseidon in Taking Medusa. The sea brings her to him, and it can't be possible, because Medusa was dead... wasn't she?
Taking Medusa
Signed prints (hardcover and paperback) Hardcover is AVAILABLE NOW! Paperback is pre-order https://payhip.com/brokenbookspublishing
Grab Taking Medusa on Kindle: https://books.steviemarie.com/takingmedusa
Reviews from ARC Readers:
"The author has nailed the updated version of Medusa with a twist." - Sandra
"While not true to the original myth, this book “fixed” it in a way that is much better for modern audiences. This story captured my attention from start to finish. Thank you for giving Medusa a chance to be not only a “good guy” but a true Hero." - Erin
"This thrilling tale blends mythology, adventure, and the eternal struggle between gods and mortals. With its intriguing premise, well-crafted world-building, and a resilient protagonist at its core, this book is sure to delight fans of mythological fiction and those seeking a captivating escape into a world of gods and monsters. Prepare to be enthralled as Alessandra battles against the gods and stakes her claim to her own destiny." - Leah
"I absolutely loved the book. It was highly entertaining and interesting. I look forward to reading the next book." - Nathan
"This is such an amazing book! I rarely find a book that is this good anymore. I like reading Greek mythology and Medusa has been a favorite character for a long while but there is not many books out there that really catch my attention like this one did. If you are into reading a Greek mythology retelling, give this one a try. You won't regret it! " - LaWanda
"Loved every second of it!" - Mica
"Wow. For lovers of mythology this is a must read. S.M McCoy is an author that I now have to put in my must read list." - Doris
"I absolutely loved this different take on Greek Mythology! I love mythology of any kind anyways and this was an amazing take and I highly recommend! I can’t wait for the next book in the series!." - Angel
"I've loved mythology since I was a kid and started reading. It's one of my favorite genres. The author has nailed the updated version of Medusa with a twist. Her story has some triggers but it's part of the original Medusa story. Hope there are more books like this one." - Mima
"I loved 🥰 this beautifully written story and the fascinating, engaging characters each with their own unique story and insights. Theo is Medusas sister and battles to save her, Apollo’s prophecy shadows them all, Triton king of Atlantis wants Alessandra, the gods & goddess wants to stop Apollos prophecy. Alessandra doesn’t believe in the Gods and has no knowledge of who she is or what she’s destined to become, she must weave her way through danger, confusion and fear. With her kind heart she is trying to help and improve the lives of others and find betrayals, friendship, love and despair. And in her anger she finds her destiny, she will become the Queen of Darkness." - Sue
I hope you enjoy the story of Taking Medusa, and I look forward to sharing more of her story in books to come.
This is a shorter newsletter, I'm busy plugging away at Her Alien Savior to get it out to ARC readers as soon as possible, so I'll catch you next week my loves! As always, don't be a stranger! Email anytime. I reply to all my messages.
Grab Taking Medusa on Kindle and become a verified reader on the zon: https://books.steviemarie.com/takingmedusa
Or check out the hardcover and art print that just came in the mail yesterday, check out my Instagram reel!
Signed Hardcovers with art prints available in the author store: https://payhip.com/b/oDOMj
Until next time!
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I can’t believe it.
I just slept with the man I despise the most on this planet. !
I can’t be with this man.
He ruined my parents’ lives.
What he did is just unforgivable!
And this whole situation is impossible to accept.
But I can’t let go of him...
He’s everything I want.
And he’s everything I want out of my life!
I love our time together but then I hate myself when we’re apart.
The only thing making this impossible situation work is that we can keep it a secret.
But then the pregnancy test comes back positive.
Indulge in a scorching tale of forbidden love, intense desire, and a secret that could shatter their worlds. Explore the steamy romance between two sworn enemies, as their passion reaches new heights and a shocking twist changes everything.
He's got wings, horns, and tons of snark. She's got a minimum-wage job, a housemate who hates her guts, and a routine she's reluctant to stray from.
Taking Medusa!
I was used by the gods.
A monster to:
Display
F*ck
Slay
Kidnapped by mermaids, I've killed Triton's daughter of the Coral Sea, and am destined by the fates to die, but they don't know who I am.
I'll be the ruin of them all.
I'll expose who the true monsters are.
The dark gods will rise.
I am Medusa.
And my story will be told.
You can support this new series of Dark Gods Greek Myth Retellings by pre-ordering the book Taking Medusa on the zon and becoming a verified reader: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C6NXSN7X
Add Taking Medusa to your GR TBR here: Taking Medusa (Dark Gods Rising, #1) by S.M. McCoy | Goodreads
Don't forget to dig out your free book My Abett and give it a read, you can devour it in under 2 hours for a small reality escape.
You can read My Abett with Kindle Unlimited to help support the universe of Acatalec, or fish it out of your readers from downloading your freesies copy from Bookfunnel 🥰💞
Grab My Abett for freesies: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/pzx6j7x29n
Read My Abett on KU or become a verified reader for 1.99 to help support the next book in the Acatalec Series: https://www.amazon.com/My-Abett-Fantasy-Adventure-Acatalec-ebook/dp/B0B72GF5DJ/
Did you enjoy reading My Abett? Consider leaving a review on the zon, or on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/61872483-my-abett
This book takes place before Kingdom of Acatalec, but I wrote if after, so reading it first does change how you read this book, as information is revealed that isn't known in book one.
~Stevie, author of all things fantasical and otherworldly adventurous, mom of a few humans in training... including my hubby. Overall booknerd, and yes... I am writing this in my pjs. Why not?
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