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Enter to WIN an Autographed Copy of “Veteran”!

Susanne Perry

Enter to win an autographed copy of Veteran, Book Two in the City Streets series!

How to enter: You’re already in the right place! Go to CONTACT and SUBMIT the comment ENTER ME!

Contest is open to entries starting April 1 thru April 30.

Winner(s) will be drawn May 1st and announced May 3rd!

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A Gulf War veteran, haunted by his past and living on the street, is accused of a vicious crime. Although the evidence points in his direction, he claims to be innocent. Why does he refuse to aid in his own defense? Lieutenant Liz Jordan and Officer Kyle Connors want to believe him, but their hands are tied. Horrors from the past, social injustice, and political conspiracy come into play as the police try to vindicate a former soldier who remains true to his code of honor.

How I Spent the first day of Spring…but it could have been worse 🤷🏻‍♀️

Susanne Perry
This has been my world for over a week now 🤧

I’ve not been sick like this for years, which is both a good thing and a bad one, but it is getting old. Today I felt well enough to move the party outside for fresh air and sunshine.

Lynn, my friend who writes poetry, brought me a cool Phoenix mug filled with a variety of soothing teas (I love hot tea but if I’m not drinking morning coffee—and I have not been—then I’m sick).

At least I don’t have the dreaded virus as three Covid tests have been negative. I wanted to trust the two in-home tests but felt so absolutely awful that I opted for a drive through lab as well. Result by email the next day. Finally on the mend! Thrilled to say I’m up to about 50%.

Thursday is my hub’s bday (of course!) and we planned for golf and dinner out. Hope I’m well enough to make it or they may need a fourth. We shall see.

#undertheweather

#starbuckscitymug

#tazotea

#soakupsomesun

#freshairandsunshine

Book Biz Ambivalence: marketing vs. producing

Susanne Perry
A fourth novel is in the works with a new setting and cast of characters. I am already anxious to see it.

“How do you get your ideas, Susanne?” I have been asked this question more than once recently. Honestly, I don’t know. I love reading whodunnits and thrillers so I suppose I try to write a story that I would enjoy reading.

I’ve been working diligently to finish the first draft of my fourth novel. Naturally, the story and the characters are fresh in my mind and although I enjoy talking about the City Streets series, my imagination and my energy are torn — between marketing the published books and the one still gestating. Balance in all things, right?

This new story is very different than the series. The main character, Mara, is faced with the most trying of personal tragedies and makes choices for herself that are not what you may expect. Stay tuned for updates.

Ten Ways to Help an Indie Author with Marketing:

Susanne Perry
Reviews are helpful, but not everyone wants to leave them.

Reviews are an essential piece of marketing for authors, especially indie authors, but there are other ways to help with getting the word out about publications. Below is a short list of ideas —including posting reviews:

Buy their book. Indie authors appreciate every sale — and they enjoy hearing from readers.

Order their book from a bookstore—you’ll do both the author and the bookseller a favor. Bookstores suffer as online sales dominate the industry.

Buy their book as a gift for someone. What better gift is there for a book lover? You may help them discover their next favorite author.

Ask your library to purchase their book. Libraries make books available to the broadest range of readers.

Tell your friends about their book. Word of mouth recommendations are priceless.

Post honest reviews of the book on major retail sites and Goodreads. There’s no denying the impact of reviews on readers’ choices. It’s huge.

Mention the book on social media or share posts from the author. Very helpful and greatly appreciated.

Like or follow them on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, website or blog page—or all of the above.

Nominate the book for your book club. Invite local authors to speak to your club. Trust me, they would be honored.

Face the book out in bookstores. Exposure is awesome.

… if you already do any of these things, thank you so very much! Keep reading!

Sage and Zeke: a Busker and his Best Friend

Susanne Perry

Excerpt from Gutter Punk, Book 3 in the City Streets series. Available from Amazon, AppleBooks, Kobo, and Barnes & Noble in softcover or digital.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08ZC4D97R

Once Zeke had stirred, Sage was ready to move on. He removed Zeke’s lead from his ankle and attached it to his wrist. He shook out the last few drops from the water bowl and rose to his feet.

Mike stood up along with him. “Do you ever visit Brooks House?” asked Mike, referring to the men’s shelter. “Food’s pretty good there. Coffee’s always on.” Mike was assuming Sage was over eighteen, but doubted he carried ID to prove it.

“I would, but it’s hard with Zeke. I don’t leave him alone. Can’t take him inside,” Sage told him, as if there was no need to discuss it further.


“The guys will understand. They’ll help you out. Tell them Mike sent you. The guy
that runs the place, Gary, is a friend of mine. He’d enjoy hearing you play some Dylan,” Mike offered. “Anyway, we’ll let you go. Nice to meet you, Sage.”


Mike watched Sage easily toss a backpack over one shoulder, his arm through the strap. He switched his grip on Zeke’s lead between his hands so that it was never loose. He carried the guitar behind him to one side, the pack to the other. He made the load look more compact than Mike would have thought possible.


“Thanks for the song, Sage,” said Quinn. “And thanks for the help. Take care of yourself.”

“Don’t thank me for helping yet. We’ll have to see,” he said. “See you ‘round.” Mike and Quinn watched Sage head down the street with Zeke, the cattle dog in tow.

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