@fromcarly.bsky.social Do you have any advice for writers seeking agents when they’ve been Indie Published by small presses. Is this a disadvantage if you have low sales due to small reach? Or a positive as publishers have seen something in your work and invested in you? Thanks! #askagent #revpit

Finger crossed for a full request Friday?

So depressing to get a rejection when your book seems to precisely fit an agent's MSWL...

THE BODYGUARD'S APPRENTICE - an Adult Semi-dystopian Romantasy set in a Post-apocalyptic England/Wales - ❤️Spicy second-chance romance ❤️Hidden identity ❤️Dual POV ❤️'Who did this to you?' vibes (from her) ❤️Misunderstandings and yearning ❤️Found family #questpit #Q #A #F #RF

Welcome Aerin Apeltun to Evernight Teen! IN THE DREAMFIRE'S GRASP is coming soon... #teenbooks #yaauthor #teenreads #comingsoon

The Cursed Weapons trilogy is out today with @elsewhen.press ! Time to join Amethyst and Valerian as they try to prove her innocence, find the true murderer of Valerian’s sister, and recover the legendary Fire Opal. ⚔️Forbidden love ❤️Enemies-to-lovers 🌷Found family 😍He falls first vibes #newbook

Out today, the Cursed Weapons trilogy by Aerin Apeltun. Amethyst is believed to be the greatest assassin in the Five Lands. When falsely implicated in the murder of Aerba’s Crown Princess and the theft of their legendary Fire Opal, she is hunted down and captured by the princess’ brother, Valerian.

Congratulations @aerinapeltun.bsky.social and @elsewhen.press 🎉

The Cursed Weapons trilogy is out today with @elsewhen.press ! Time to join Amethyst and Valerian as they try to prove her innocence, find the true murderer of Valerian’s sister, and recover the legendary Fire Opal. ⚔️Forbidden love ❤️Enemies-to-lovers 🌷Found family 😍He falls first vibes #newbook

If you’re hoping to be published, read this. I’ll answer from an agent’s POV this week!

Just had a #PitchDis request for my ‘Flintlock’ Romantasy! So excited!

Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love. When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever... #PosterPit #Q #NA #F #R

Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love. When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever... #PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA

Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love. When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever... #PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA

I’m excited to announce that I have just signed with @elsewhen.press for a sequel to February’s CRYSTAL BLOODS! Out early next year, Upper YA Romantasy, SUN AND STARLIGHT, will send Sorsha and Etienne on a dangerous new mission... #newbook #sequel #booksky

Drama queen Talie is my favourite, and it's also the reason Taz looks at her and basically sees Kainen in a skirt... (Scene is from book 5 draft 1 😇)

New book trailer to celebrate being featured on Ingram Spark's list of Sci-Fi Standouts! #sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #scifi #scifibooks #timetravel #booksky #indiepress @elsewhen.press #LoveElsewhen

Five months ago today, I became a published author. Waiting to hear what readers thought of my story was nerve wracking, but the reviews have been wonderful, and I'm super grateful to all those who've taken the time to post! #booksky #sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #timetravel @elsewhen.press

Looking for a great summer YA Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure read? Then look no further! THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy and CRYSTAL BLOODS are all available from Amazon now! #ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy

Looking for a great summer YA Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure read? Then look no further! THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy and CRYSTAL BLOODS are all available from Amazon now! #ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy

Librarian seeks bride in lottery to share family curse with him for the sake of the country. No future prospects. Likely to die early. Books and accommodation provided. Bring own musket. 🚨Best friends need not apply🚨 #UnhingedPit #NA #F #R #H #FR #Q

New WIP plot currently at 6000 words and counting...

Out now!

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands... #booksky

Out now!

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands... #booksky

If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, and ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands… #ya #books #booksky #newbook

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands... #booksky

For years, there was a gap on my bookshelf. As a lifelong Dalek obsessive, I never understood why there hadn't been a comprehensive history of all the major toy and model lines; only an occasional page or section in books or magazines . I eventually realised it was my job to fill that gap...

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands... #booksky

If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, adventure, fabled lands, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands… #ya #books

I'm so grateful for every review! #sciencefiction #scifi #booksky #timetravel #bookreview @elsewhen.press

Do you enjoy forbidden love, 'he falls first' vibes, adventure, and a little magic? CRYSTAL BLOODS, an Upper YA Fantasy Romance, is the summer read for you! "Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death." #summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance

Do you enjoy forbidden love, 'he falls first' vibes, adventure, and a little magic? CRYSTAL BLOODS, an Upper YA Fantasy Romance, is the summer read for you! "Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death." #summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance

If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, adventure, fabled lands, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands… #ya #books

If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, adventure, fabled lands, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands… #ya #books

The final #book of The Cursed Weapons trilogy is out next week! Can’t wait to share THE OPAL KING with everyone! #ya #yafantasy #fantasy #yaromantasy #writingcommunity #booksky #romantasy

It's #IndieBookshopWeek and a perfect time for a shout out to one of my favourite indie booksellers - @bookbugs.bsky.social! Pop in for fabulous book recommendations or even pick up a signed copy of my debut SF novel Tomorrow Was Beautiful Once 😊 #booksky #sciencefiction @elsewhen.press

THUD! A splendid delivery from @elsewhen.press of books featuring my artwork either on the cover or inside. Really nice to see all these titles in print. Thank you, Team Elsewhen!

If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, adventure, fabled lands, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands… #ya #books

If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, adventure, fabled lands, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands… #ya #books

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, and romance, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands - or destroy them... The final book, THE OPAL KING, is out 26 June!

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands... #booksky

My latest newsletter is out! Sign up for the latest news on The Opal King and other publishing news... open.substack.com/pub/aerinapelt…

So excited to share the cover of THE OPAL KING, the final book in my CURSED WEAPONS trilogy. Out on 26th June, join Samphire & Valerian as they fight for The Five Lands, and their lives, one last time… #coverreveal #newbook #YAfantasy #booksky

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, and romance, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands - or destroy them... The final book, THE OPAL KING, is out 26 June!

My latest newsletter is out! Sign up for the latest news on The Opal King and other publishing news... open.substack.com/pub/aerinapelt…

If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you! She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands... #booksky