Don't buy my book. Yes, you read that correctly: do NOT buy my book.
As I mentioned in my last post, I'm no longer promoting HARD BARGAIN, and I removed all Buy links from my blog. The reason? I won't be paid. I'm one of the many Aspen Mountain Press authors who are not being paid, whose e-mails and letters are being ignored, whose contracts are being breached, and whose books are caught in limbo. AMP hasn't assigned me an editor for Book 2 even though the final editorial deadline is one week away, which essentially means Book 2 won't be released at all. AMP hasn't released a new book or even updated its website since mid-August. You can read more about AMP's growing problems here.
So please, do NOT buy HARD BARGAIN. I won't see a dime from it. I'm crossing my fingers and hoping I'll get the rights back so I can re-publish it elsewhere. Once that happens, I'll let you know right away, and I'll also get Books 2 and 3 in the series ready to go. Please send good luck vibes my way!
In much better news, Musa Publishing launches October 1! I'm very excited about Musa, and not only because I have a book coming out with them November 25 (shameless self-promotion there). They have a fantastic lineup of authors, both new and seasoned, and they're committed to providing a satisfying reader experience with every story. As they say in the About Us section of their site, "The story comes first."
Get your e-readers and credit cards ready!
6 comments:
I'm sorry you're having to go through this, Grace.
Thanks for checking in, Lori. I'm managing. Writing new stories helps. I'm sorry you haven't been paid.
Me, too. ;)
I know the feeling, Grace (you've heard me talk about it enough...lol). Aspen Mountain Press is holding my books hostage -- the contracts on two of them expired last year, and the third one expires in November. The first two books are STILL FOR SALE by Aspen Mountain Press, and I'm asking everyone to NOT buy these books... I've put up banners on my website, letting everyone know they're being sold illegally. I've sent letters and e-mails to Aspen Mountain Press' owner, demanding she stop selling these books, as she's in violation of Copyright Law by selling someone else's (ie mine) books without a valid contract. Still no reply. When her deadline for removal passes in a couple of weeks, I'm going to start pursuing legal action against Aspen Mountain Press and its owner, for theft of Intellectual Property.
Sorry for everything that's going on with AMP. :( It's terrible and I can't help reading on Absolute Write about the troubles other authors are having. I wish your rights are reverted back to you and get to republish elsewhere.
I'm also excited about Musa Publishing. :) Can't wait til launch!!
Wow, I am sorry you are going through this. and know there is purpose in your pain. AMEN
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