September 20, 2011

Graced is up! (...finally)

First of all, I want to send out my most heart-felt apologies for everything that's gone wrong in the past month.  It's been a crazy, hectic, and stressful time for me, but that's no excuse for the delay.  I promised all of you a certain release date for the third book, and, unfortunately, was not able to come close to fulfilling that promise.  I'm determined to make it up to all my fans (..somehow), and I want to be known as the author who listens to her fanbase and is held accountable by them.  I haven't thought of what I can do yet, but it will come.  If any of you have any suggestions, please email me (sophiasharp90@gmail.com), or post a comment below.  I do read everything that I get.

Anyway, with that all out of the way, I'm finally able to announce the synchronized release of Graced, the first part of the third book of the Dream Realms Trilogy.  I know some of you have already found it on Amazon and Barnes and Noble in the past week (yes, it's been up that long), but now is the first time everything is settled and ready for me to announce.  It's a full, complete book (the same length as Destined).  However, it is not the final book.  Let me explain..

When I started writing the series, I had no idea that people would like it so much.   And of course, while I'm obviously not oblivious to the faults in the books (and the fact that some people don't like them at all), I still think it's amazing how quickly everything's happened.  I've read all the feedback (from reviews, comments, blog posts, etc.) that I've gotten on each and every book, and tried to improve on the faults and problem areas for the next release.

But the thing is, people did like the first book!  And I was blown away.  Suddenly, there was demand for more books in the series, and what originally was meant to be a fairly short trilogy had blossomed into so much more.  I heard that people wanted to learn the back stories of the characters, and I tried to provide that.  I heard that people wanted books that were longer (compared to Shattered), and I did that.  I heard that people wanted more details, a richer history, and a bigger world... and I tried to do that.

But in doing so, the scope of the series increased.  And while it's still a trilogy, per se, the last book had to be split up into two parts.  Otherwise, I just wouldn't be able to fit everything in!  And as the characters developed and grew, so did the story -- so much so that I couldn't possibly close all the plot lines from Destined in one final book.  As a result, there are two final books: Graced, which is the first part, and a yet-untitled new book, which will be the last part.

So, with all of that explained, here's the release information for Graced:

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Cover:

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Description:
There is a prophecy that speaks of a time of great turmoil, a time when the rule of power will be overturned by the hammer of fate. That time has come, and one girl stands in the middle of it all...


Laura has been reunited with Logan, and together they must face the elders. But this time, they have the angels on their side. It is a precious advantage, but only if used properly...


She has learned of the prophecy of her fate, and learned of her destiny. But while others are certain, she is less sure. And as she moves forward, she learns that absolutely nothing can ever be guaranteed.


Graced is the first part of the final book in the Dream Realms Trilogy, and the sequel to both Shattered and Destined. It is approximately the same length as Destined.

Links:

Graced for Nook (Barnes and Noble): here

Graced for Kindle (Amazon): here


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I hope all of you like it!  Let me know what you think in the comments, or, better yet, write a review on either Amazon or B&N!  And seriously, if anyone has any ideas of what I could do to make things up to you as fans, please, let me know.

Lots of love,
~Sophia

PS: I've already started working on a new series, and I hope you guys will be as excited as I am when it comes out.  I'm aiming for a release of the first book some time in October, after which I'll work on finishing the last book in the Dream Realms Trilogy.  It should also be out in October (near the end), although with school and classes up and running, it's getting harder and harder to find time to write.  But I love doing it, and will keep at it every single day,

26 comments:

  1. Thank you for explaining why the 3rd book would be coming in 2 parts. At first when I saw it on amazon and saw how much it was going to cost I didn't want to pay almost $4.00 for a short first half. Now that I know it is a full length book I can't wait to get it! LOVE the series!!!!

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  2. Omg i loved it i just finish graced and i cant wait for the next one

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  3. Hey Sophia. Honestly when reading the first 2 books I wished for a little more. You definitely delivered in the third. I looked up your blog for part 2 and had no idea how young you were, so 1. My apologies for such quick judgement. I will definitely follow your work and 2. Kudos to you for following your dreams and thanks for sharing your stories, especially with hard cases like me

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  4. So when does part 2 come out!?

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  5. yay congrads! :) My book is coming out Nov 29th and your blog has been inspiring :)

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  6. I hope you get the second part of the last book out by the end of october. I've been following your series and i'll be getting a amazon gift card for my birthday (which is the 30th of this month..) i hope to enclude your last book in that purchase.

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  7. Hi! I just started your trilogy this past week! (I'm stuck at home while pregnant so I've had a lot of time on my hands)
    I noticed your writing greatly improved in the 2nd book! And I loved the new characters- particularly Gray!!!
    I finished part 1 of book 3 last night and quickly went on to the kindle store to buy part 2....and then realized its not been released!! Ahhhh!! lol
    I can't wait to read it! I'm very excited! Thank you for entertaining a pregnant girl that's on bed rest!!! :)
    Keep up the good work!

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  8. Hey Sophia,

    I absolutely love your books and I love the imagination you have to write such entertaining and creative books! As many people have told you I'm sure, I can barely wait for the final part to come out! I'm so excited to read the last one, but sad that it's coming to an end! I'm definitely looking forward to more of your other work. You are a fantastic writer; don't ever stop following your dreams! :)

    P.S. - I totally understand about being busy with classes as I am a pre-med student getting closer and closer to graduation. Needless to say, right now I don't have much of a life! lol

    -Elisabete

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  9. Hey Sophia

    Love your books great story when is part 2 coming out? Can't wait awesome job Sophia

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  10. I loved the book, i can't wait!!!!! mostly I also cant wait to see what happens next between laura and logan since finally abmits the way he feels about her, hehehe!!!! love the romance ;) when is the part 2 coming out? im soo excited!!!

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  11. I liked the books but felt the first two were not fully developed. In other words, I wanted more depth to the characters. The third (1/2) was much better and I can't wait for the next half. I am just sad that the bear was left behind and really feel he needs to be brought back into the storyline ... maybe he is smart enough to be a stowaway on the plane....

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  12. Oh, I think Gray will have a part to play in the final story yet ;)

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  13. You say the 2nd part of Graced is due out in October are you meaning October of 2012? that's such a long time to see how this all plays. I loved your books.

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  14. Hi, I really love your books.. I'm really waiting for the release of the last part of the third book.. It was so exciting and I know that the waiting will be worth it. Want to know what will happen to the adventure of Laura and Logan!! Good luck on writing..

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  15. Hey! I think it so great you have written all of these books! I'm a big bookworm and i fell in love with Logan and Laura. Do you know when you might be finished with Graced Pt.2?

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  16. I love your books, I will surely read all of them. But I am a little confused, when is Graced part 2 coming out? Also, is the title if the book going to be Graced part 2? Please, don't ever split the book in half, it just kills me to wait. It might as well be huge!

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  17. OMG! I love Dream Realms it's like so awesome. I was so shocked when I found out you are so young and wrote a whole book series within 5 months! Expect Graced Part 2(When is that coming out? I hope soon I think I'm gonna die if I don't find out what happens!!!) So yea! But really totally amazing series. I talk about it so much my mom had to read the series just to understand what I was talking about! Anyway amazing series, I love you, and please have Graced Part 2 come out soon... I'm dying here!

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  18. OMG i read you whole series along with crystal seeker, which originally got me wondering about yur other books. Well down really just really exusite. I really respect your work, and wish i can shake your hand with this congratulations. truly surperb

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  19. OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD! OH MY GOD! I LOVE DREAM REALMS! IT'S LIKE THE BEST BOOK EVER! WHEN THE HELL IS GRACED PART 2 COMING OUT? I HOPE SOON BECAUSE IM GONNA EXPLODE IF I DONT READ IT SOON!

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  20. I would like to know when book 3 part 2 of the dream realms trilogy I really love your books

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  21. Hi Sophia,

    Your Dream Realms books are FANTASTIC!!!! Any idea when Graced part 2 will be coming out??

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  22. I've LOVED the dream realms series. I thought it was one of the best series I've ever read! I cannot wait for part 2 of the last book! I think your books are great! I think these books are as good as Harry Potter and I love those books! Keep up the great work, and I can't wait to read your new book!

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  23. First of all, I love love love your books.Second, please tell me when Graced part 2 is coming out. I'm dying to read it. You are an inspirational writer, don't stop.

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  24. GRACED PART 2 IS OUT!!!!!! ITS CALLED ASCENSION!!!!

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  25. is there going to be anther book after graced part 2. please say yes

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