What I’m Writing:
Unfortunately, I’m still in a writing slump. Right when I think I’m getting my footing somewhere, I feel like it slips out from under me. That being said, I’ve reached a point in the Bad Bloods Prequel (which is free on Wattpad, hint hint) that I’ve had to start writing more information in the stories to come. So, I wrote Niki’s story this week, and it will release on July 15!
I also started Take Me Never! Take Me Never is the third book in the Tomo Trilogy, and while none of the books in this trilogy are currently available, I have not given up on it yet. (And I never will.) I’m 3,099 words into it and desperately searching for rap music. If you have rap music suggestions, send them my way. Sophia loves it. As a hint, we are currently up in the air. (And Sophia doesn’t like it very much.)
I want to give a shout out to Renee Elaine for tweeting out the sweetest encouragement a writer can get. She read last week’s Saturdate post and wished me luck in beating this writing slump, and I promise I will! Thank you for your encouragement. ❤
@AuthorSAT I hope you’re getting through it and that you are finding ways to enjoy yourself sans writing for a bit! ❤
— Renee Elaine (@reneelikescats) July 6, 2016
What I’m Publishing:
We’re a week and two days away from the release of Bad Bloods: November Rain!
What are readers already saying?
Thanks to @AuthorSAT for sending me a copy of November Rain for review. I am LOVING ALL OF IT!! I recommend everyone to check it out.
— Gretchen (@ChicNerdReads) July 7, 2016
“If you’re into X-men and corrupt government, then pick this up!! I am so left wanting more!! The writing is awesome and super easy. The story is fast paced, and you will fly through November Rain. The plot is easy to understand, and once you’re into the story, you just get everything that’s going on. I am definitely going to read more from this author.” – Chic Nerd Reads
Almost 50% through November Snow by @AuthorSAT and I’m getting some major feels! 😢 I love these characters! #yabooks #bookblogger
— Meagan (@thebookforums) July 8, 2016
“You’ll need to pick this one up if you’re looking for a great quick read about wonderful characters in a corrupt world.” –Between Folded Pages
“November Rain is a fun read and very much a page turner!” –Tranquil Dreams
Clean Teen Publishing threw a Facebook party this Friday, and I hope you came and won some prizes! Don’t worry if you didn’t. You can enter to win a paperback of Bad Bloods: November Rain on Goodreads, and if you can sign up for the blog tour by emailing shannonathompson@aol.com, I’ll enter you to win a SIGNED copy of Bad Bloods: November Rain.
On a side note, I really love all of your reviews. They are making my day! I still haven’t decided if I’m continuing the Bad Bloods series or not, but my publisher is all for it. Your reviews are definitely helping! If you want to review Bad Bloods, email me at shannonathompson@aol.com!
The #1lineWed theme was “page 16” so here is your weekly preview:
I wasn’t dead. I had a future. The realization was difficult to accept. (16) #1lineWed #BadBloods
— Shannon A. Thompson (@AuthorSAT) July 6, 2016
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What I’m Reading:
Since it was aliens week, I’m FINALLY reading The Last Star by Rick Yancey, and I’m loving this conclusion to The 5th Wave trilogy. If you haven’t started this sci-fi series, check out my 5-star reviews of The 5th Wave, my YouTube video about The 5th Wave, and my review of The Infinite Sea.
Let There Be Linda by Rich Leder released this week, and I was lucky enough to read a pre-release copy of this hilarious, twisted comedy. Rich Leder is one of my favorite indie authors of all time, so I definitely recommend all of his works, but this one is perfection if you love Quentin Tarantino. The novel follows two estranged brothers—one is an accountant and one is a con-man talent agent—as they get wrapped up in LA’s San Fernando Valley during the hottest summer in Southern California history. Maybe it starts with a girl who claims she can bring dead people back to life. Maybe it starts with a bad bet on a racehorse. Maybe it’s the missing $75,000 a psychotic comedian cop decides to chase. Maybe that’s not even the half of it. This dynamic cast features characters that are rich and crazy in their own unique way, and how the story weaves together is priceless. If you want to laugh this summer—and you’re searching for some glorious gore—this book is for you. Look out for Chachi. Recommend to readers who want to laugh, and those who don’t flinch away from a little horror and magical realism. Read my full five-star review by clicking here.
What I’m Listening To:
Postmodern Jukebox is basically my favorite YouTube channel around.
What I’m Watching:
I went to the theatre a lot this week. (So it might be because I’m still in a writing slump). But I had a ton of fun! I saw Independence Day Resurgence, which—honestly—I was not expecting much, and I was proved wrong. I absolutely loved this sequel. It was great to see the old cast. I remember watching this movie with my dad when I was a kid, so it was fun to see it redone, and I loved how they embraced the old 90’s humor throughout it.
I also saw Finding Dory, which PERFECTION. Who doesn’t love the Finding Nemo movies? There’s nothing to say about this movie other than if you loved the first, you’ll love this one, too. It couldn’t have been better.
I like scaring myself, too, so I saw Conjuring 2, which was pretty good. I freaked out a few times. But I spent most of my week watching Unsealed on Netflix. What’s Unsealed? An alien show, of course! (Because I could not get enough aliens this week.) If you like alien shows, think Ancient Aliens on the History Channel, then this show is pretty entertaining. I learned about a few new cases I’d never heard of before, and it’s fun to sit around a speculate.
ALIENS.
What I’m Baking, Making, and Drinking:
I baked cream cheese stuffed blueberry and chocolate chip muffins this week, and I definitely recommend this recipe. I split half my batch for the chocolate ones.
What I’m Wearing:
My Pikachu hat as I’m hunting for Pokemon on my PokemonGO app! I mean, ARE YOU KIDDING ME? This app is perfection. I caught a freakin’ Eevee, which was my favorite Pokemon when I was a kid. (Along with Ponyta, Charmander, Pikachu, Togepi, Snorlax, …okay. I love them all.) I cannot get enough of this app, but I must thank Justin’s Book Blog for walking me through it via Twitter. Check him out, and tell him thank you for me! Also, my favorite coffee shop—Headrush Roasters—turned out to be a PokeStop. UGH. I’m never going to leave.
@AuthorSAT It’s going to take over my life. But I’ve gotta catch em’ all. pic.twitter.com/OfIikMjaJA
— Justin (@Justin_941) July 7, 2016
What I’m Wanting:
#YallFest! That line up is perfection. I’m honestly considering going since I plan to visit SC in September anyway. It’s a matter of dividing my St. Louis – SC trip to two separate trips instead of one, so I am able to go to SC in November. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that I can go! I’ll know at the beginning go August.
What I’m Dreaming Of:
Since I had a bunch of aliens in my life, I naturally had a dream about aliens. But I don’t remember much. (You know aliens. They sort of wipe your memory after they abduct you.) But my name was Mei? And I had a little sister that I saved by running into some caves, though our mother wasn’t so lucky. She drowned in a 5th Wave style flood. But we lived with two others at the top of this cave, and we started building a raft when we realized the aliens lived UNDERWATER. It was basically Jaws + Independence Day.
What Else Is Going On:
I have seen the proofs of my new authors photos, and I cannot wait to share them with everyone! Huntress Photography is wonderful, and they totally embraced my crazy, frizzy, angry hair.
~SAT
Shannon A. Thompson 
Omg, thank you for the shout out! That was so sweet. I am glad that you found some comfort in it, I know how helpful it can be just to have someone cheering you on sometimes. And I am SO trying that muffin recipe…that sounds and looks absolutely amazing. Great job on starting a new piece!
Of course! You brightened my day! The recipe is awesome. I’m definitely planning on using it again. If you try it, I hope you like it. 😀
~SAT
Congrats on the positive feedback for the book. Now, what exactly is PokemonGo? I see it all over the place, especially warnings to be aware of your surroundings when catching in public. Also, no catching and driving posts.
Thank you! Seeing how readers react has been very exciting! PokemonGO is an app where you go outside and “catch” Pokemon to battle like the original card game. It’s super fun. But, yes, definitely pay attention while playing.
~SAT
That makes a lot of sense. Seems to be a theme with my friends that they’re getting attacked by Pokemon in the bathroom and in bed. Maybe they found an Alfred Hitchcock setting or something. 😀
Those muffins looked delicious, and that alien show sounds really interesting! I love stuff like that haha 🙂
They were great! I love alien shows. It’s a huge guilty pleasure of mine.
~SAT
Thank you for liking my review 🙂 Ive been to the theatre a lot too lol and super jelouse you have pokemon go i dont have a device that can get it
Your review was lovely! Thank you again. 😀 I haven’t been able to play PokemonGO that much, but it is pretty neat. Takes me back to my 90’s days and all those cards I loved. (I used to trade the best cards for the cutest ones, so I owned WAY too many Ponytas.)
~SAT
Good luck with your writing. I am loving November Rain so far thank you much for sending it to me. I will have my review up once i have finished reading it xxxx
Thank you! I really appreciate your support, and I’m thrilled to hear you’re enjoying November Rain. 😀 Can’t wait to share your review!
~SAT