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July 2019 – Here’s The Latest From E.G.

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Greetings,

The fireworks are finally over (one of my neighbors set them off every night for 8 straight days!) so I’m here with this month’s updates and news worth sharing.

Without further ado, let’s dive in…

Now Available: Print Versions of “The Wretched”

Based on numerous reader requests, the “dead tree” version of “The Wretched” is now available.

The print version of Wretched Culling is in the works. I should have more information on it in the coming weeks which I’ll share here or on my Facebook page.

In The Works: “Wretched Culling” On Audio

The amazingly talented Brian Callanan narrated “The Wretched”. I’m pleased to announce that he is heading back in the studio next month to begin narrating “Wretched Culling”.

Tentative release date will likely be late September but I will share more information once we have it.

Speaking of September…

Coming Soon: Wretched Retribution

I am pleased to announce that the next book in the Wretched series, “Wretched Retribution” is now available on Amazon for pre-order.

It will officially release on September 24th.

Since it is a new pre-order, I’ve set the price (for now) at just $2.99.

Here’s the cover art and book blurb:

There Is No Rest For The Wretched…

After nearly being wiped out, the remnants of the U.S. Military launch a daring mission against the Reapers. If it works, it could destroy millions of Reapers in an instant. But if it fails, then the Reapers dominance could grow even more.

A new group arises from the shadows, one which operates under a simple mantra: Join us or die.

Meanwhile, a single Reaper commander pursues a personal vendetta as he hunts former police officer Malcolm Foster.

As Foster and his group are being hunted, he fights to keep his friends alive and to find a safe haven from the growing number of Reaper hordes.

As the battle lines begin to form, there is no chance for diplomacy or peace and the future is anything but certain. Can Foster and his group find a way to survive?

Wretched Retribution on Amazon USA

Wretched Retribution on Amazon UK

Want More E.G.? Connect With Me On Facebook

Moving forward, I’m trying to do more updates and answer reader questions on my Facebook page.

If you’d like to connect with me there, simply head to my Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/EGMichaelsAuthor/).

That’s all for now.

Until next time,

E.G.

June’s Arrived And Here’s The Latest From E.G.

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Greetings,

This is E.G. Michaels. I have a bunch of news to share today.

So  without further ado, let’s get started.

Now Available On Audio: “The Wretched”

As I mentioned in a recent email, the audiobook version of “The Wretched”, narrated by the talented Brian Callanan, is now available.

As part of celebrating the new release, I’ve put the Kindle version of “The Wretched” on sale for just 99 cents.

For less than a buck, you can grab this fast-paced post-apocalyptic thriller novel.

This special pricing will not last long. So if you haven’t already grabbed your copy of “The Wretched”, then what are you waiting for!

If you enjoy listening to audiobooks, be sure to take advantage of Amazon’s whispersync deal. If you buy (or already own) the Kindle book first, you can add the audio version of “The Wretched” for just $7.47, a 62% discount!

If you’re already an Audible member, then you’ll find “The Wretched” here. There’s also a free audio sample where you can hear the amazing Brian Callanan in action:

The Wretched On Audible

Next, let’s talk about a new (re)release…

Announcing: Operation Freedom (A  Wretched Series Novella)

As some of my readers might recall, in 2017 I released “Operation Freedom” as a novella in Nicholas Sansbury Smith’s Extinction Cycle universe.

(You can get the longer scoop in the April newsletter here: http://egmichaels.com/2019/04/25/audiobook-coming-re-release-and-more-news/ )

Since then, I have rewritten “Operation Freedom” to fit into the Wretched series.

I am pleased to announce that “Operation Freedom (A Wretched Series Novella)” is now available on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited.

Since it is a new release, I’ve set the price (for now) at just $0.99.

Here’s the book blurb:

It was only a matter of time. Time until the Reapers outbreak began. Time until the City of Philadelphia was locked in a fight to the death to keep from being overrun. It’s taking every member of the armed forces and police to battle the Reapers and it’s a battle they appear to be losing.

SWAT Sergeant Vince Black and his team are assigned a new desperate mission: To travel through Reaper infested neighborhoods into the heart of the city and rescue the Governor’s daughter, who is trapped without food or water there.

Can Black and his team complete this suicide mission and live to see the next day?

Operation Freedom on Amazon USA

Operation Freedom on Amazon UK

Coming Soon: Print Versions of “The Wretched”

Based on numerous reader requests, the “dead tree” version of “The Wretched” is in the works. My cover designer is working on the physical version cover.

After that, we need to do a test printing to ensure the book is correctly formatted with no cut-off words.

I anticipate the print versions being ready in the coming weeks. More news on this once I have it.

Want More E.G.? Connect With Me On Facebook

Moving forward, I’m trying to do more updates and answer reader questions on my Facebook page.

If you’d like to connect with me there, simply head to my Facebook page.

Some Great Reads You’ll Want To Check Out…

I’m continuing to work on the next book in the Wretched series which will be called “Wretched Retribution”.

Right now, I don’t have a clear deal of when it will be ready for release. Best I can say is “I’m working on it”.

Look for more details, along with cover art and maybe even a release date in next month’s newsletter.

In the meantime, I have some other books to recommend that I think you will enjoy reading.

I just finished Sam Sisavath’s lastest book, “Mist City (After The Purge: AKA John Smith)”

It’s the latest entry in Sam’s “After the Purge” series which is a spin-off from his very popular “Purge Of Babylon” series.

If you like Sam’s usual fast paced writing with some humor mixed in, then I think you’ll enjoy this book too.

If you’re looking for another series to read, then I recommend checking out Nicholas Sansbury Smith’s Hell Divers series.

Nick released book 5 in May and a 6th book is scheduled for release in November.

Hell Divers On Amazon USA

 

Another great series I’m happy to recommend is Tom Abraham’s The Travelers series.

The eight and final book in the series is due to be released next week.

The Travelers On Amazon USA

That’s all for now.

Until next time,

E.G.

Audiobook Coming, Re-Release and More News…

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Greetings,

This is E.G. Michaels with news on the upcoming re-release, my first audiobook and some book recommendations.

Without further ado, let’s get into this month’s news.

Coming To Audiobook: “The Wretched”

I announced this recently on my Facebook page after my narrator announced it on his.

I decided to wait to put together the rest of this newsletter before alerting my loyal subscribers like you.

At the time, it sounded a good idea in my head.

But in the real world, it took a lot longer than expected to get this newsletter written due to family and day job commitments.

Anyways… I am pleased to announce that I have joined forces with an amazing narrator, Brian Callanan. Brian will be narrating “The Wretched”.

Production has already begun.

We anticipate the audio book version of “The Wretched” being available sometime late May or early June.

More news about the audio book version when it becomes available.

Next, let’s talk about a re-release…

Coming Soon: Operation Freedom (A.K.A. The “Re-Release”)

As some of my readers might recall, in 2017 I released “Operation Freedom” as a novella in Nicholas Sansbury Smith’s Extinction Cycle universe.

The novella was part of Amazon’s Kindle Worlds program where a number of indie authors wrote stories to complement Nick’s very popular series. (If you’re really curious, you can find the previous announcement and the old artwork by digging through my past blog posts.)

The novella drew very positive reviews and sold quite well. Well enough that at one point, I was even approached about doing a follow-up sequel in the same Kindle Worlds universe.

Well, that changed in mid-2018 when Amazon chose to close the Kindle Worlds program and pulled up all Kindle World publications, including “Operation Freedom”, from their stores.

Since then, I have rewritten “Operation Freedom” to fit into the Wretched series.

I am pleased to announce that “Operation Freedom (A Wretched Series Novella)” is now available on preorder through Amazon.

Here’s the link to “Operation Freedom (A Wretched Series Novella)” on Amazon USA

Here’s a link to “Operation Freedom (A Wretched Series Novella)” on Amazon UK

Full Disclosure: If you previously purchased the Kindle Worlds version of “Operation Freedom”, this is nearly the same story.

I’ve gone through the story, fixed a few previously missed typos and revamped the types of monsters featured in the story so that they are my own creation (The Reapers) and not Nick Smith’s ones.

Okay, enough about my upcoming works.

While you while you’re waiting for the audio book version of “The Wretched” or “Operation Freedom” to become available, I have some book recommendations for you.

Some Great Reads You’ll Want To Check Out…

I’m currently splitting my recreational reading time, which isn’t much time to speak of, between two different books.

First, I’m reading Steven Konkoly’s latest book, “The Rescue”.

It’s an action packed thriller, which you’ll find yourself flipping through the pages at a breakneck speed.

Steve’s a great writer and I highly recommend this book of his.

I’m also reading Tom Abrahams’ excellent series, The Travelers.

 

 

 

 

There’s currently six books in this post apocalyptic adventure series. Book seven is coming in mid May and book eight will bring the series to a conclusion in June. Tom’s an awesome writer and I think you’ll enjoy his work too.

That’s all for now.

Until next time,

E.G.

 

The Wretched Series continues…

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Greetings,

I’m pleased to announce the next  book in  “The Wretched” series has been officially released.

Wretched Culling

It’s called “Wretched Culling” and here’s where you’ll find it on Amazon:

Wretched Culling on Amazon USA

Wretched Culling on Amazon UK

To celebrate this new release, I am temporarily lowering the price for “The Wretched” (book 1 in the series) to $0.99. For less than a buck (or free with your Kindle Unlimited membership) you can get started with this series – perfect for your weekend reading pleasure.

I’ve also temporarily set the price for “Wretched Culling” to $2.99. It will eventually rise to $3.99.

In case you missed the blurb for “Wretched Culling”, here it is:

The Human Race Is In The Fight Of Their Lives… And They’re Losing.

In the first 24 hours, the Reapers have already begun to shift the balance of power in their favor. Inside their own ranks, one creature rises to become their undisputed leader.

Hiding in the rural suburbs of Philadelphia, Malcolm Foster has gathered The Wretched, a rag tag group of survivors, and gone underground in hopes of avoiding the Reaper attacks.

But it doesn’t take long for Foster to realize the Reapers have sprung a new plan: A targeted culling of those who protect Americans. If they succeed, then those who are left behind will be nearly defenseless and unable to stop the Reapers from taking over.

Can Foster find some way to stop the Reapers before they succeed?

Here are the links once more:

Wretched Culling on Amazon USA

Wretched Culling on Amazon UK

Questions? Comments? Just post them below and I’ll answer them as soon as possible.

Until next time,

E.G.

A Special Anthology For Charity

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Greetings,

In October 2018, I attended a writer’s conference in Pittsburgh, PA. About 20 authors, including me, got together to celebrate the 50th anniversary of George A. Romero’s classic zombie film, Night of the Living Dead.

We watched a private screening of the movie and spent two days creating a fictional zombie world. As we parted ways, each of us committed to writing a short story in this fictional world.

I’m pleased to say this special anthology has now been released. It contained 15 great zombie stories, all written by authors who attended the event.  My short story is called “The Journey”.

As many of you might recall, my books are typically Amazon exclusives.

But this collection is different. It’s available in both print and digital formats on all major platforms (i.e. Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and so on).

You can get “Undead Tales” in your preferred format by going here: https://books2read.com/undeadtalesbook

100% of the proceeds from this anthology will be donated directly to charity, the George A. Romero Foundation. You can find out more about the foundation at https://www.georgearomerofoundation.org/

So pick up a copy of Undead Tales at your favorite ebook retailer and support an awesome cause!

Here’s the link again: https://books2read.com/undeadtalesbook

Until next time,

E.G. Michaels

 

New Book Coming Soon and Special Promotion News

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Greetings,

This is E.G. Michaels with some February news and updates.

Without further ado, let’s get started.

Coming Soon: Wretched Culling

The next book in The Wretched series, Wretched Culling will release on March 22nd and is now available for pre-order.

Here’s a quick peek at the book cover and description:

Wretched Culling

The Human Race Is In The Fight Of Their Lives… And They’re Losing.

In the first 24 hours, the Reapers have already begun to shift the balance of power in their favor. Inside their own ranks, one creature rises to become their undisputed leader.

Hiding in the rural suburbs of Philadelphia, Malcolm Foster has gathered The Wretched, a rag tag group of survivors, and gone underground in hopes of avoiding the Reaper attacks.

But it doesn’t take long for Foster to realize the Reapers have sprung a new plan: A targeted culling of those who protect Americans. If they succeed, then those who are left behind will be nearly defenseless and unable to stop the Reapers from taking over.

Can Foster find some way to stop the Reapers before they succeed?

Here’s a link to it on Amazon USA:

Here’s a link to it on an Amazon UK:

Special Science Fiction Promotion

Last month I joined dozens of other indie authors to promote a number of great books. The campaign was extremely popular with all of our readers. That’s why, based on reader feedback, we’ve decided to do another week-long promotion again. This time, I’ve joined forces with seventeen other great authors.

For less than a cup of decent coffee, you can be enjoying a great new read from best-selling indie authors like Rhett Bruno, Brandon Ellis, Hayley Lawson, and many others.

Just click on this banner to check all of the books participating in this promotion:

That’s all for now.

Look for another email early next week. I have some news to share with you about a new short story I recently wrote which is part of a very special Anthology.

More details on Monday.

Until next time,

E.G. Michaels