Hi Violetear Books Community!

It is time for a very much needed update. I have been deep into Pitch Fest submission letters and manuscripts. If you submitted to me, thank you so much for trusting me with your art. I feel so incredibly fortunate you want to be a part of my Violetear Books imprint. If you are not one of the authors I choose this round, please do not be discouraged. The fact you wrote a book and SUBMITTED is something to be incredibly proud of. Heck, I keep saying I want to write a book and I have nothing to show for it. I have not finalized anything yet and still very much looking... I hope I find the one before the year is out!

📖 What I’m Reading This Week

I’m currently reading only manuscripts at the moment! Which is such a bummer solely because I have NO ONE to discuss them with once I am done. It feels like I am reading something that doesn't fully exist yet other than inside my head. Which can sometimes be a weird place to be LOL!

📅 Upcoming Events

January 2025 I am filming something really special that I don't believe I am able to share with you yet.... 👀

❓ Question of the Week

If you could recommend me one book, what would it be and why?

🌟 Motivation Monday

“If you can’t be kind, at least be vague.” ― Judith Martin

✨ Community Spotlight

This week’s shoutout goes to my partner. How do you put up with me??? 🤣

📚 Kevin’s Book Recs

Looking for a winter read? Here are my top 3 recommendations for this week:

The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch

Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross

The Golden Compass** **by Phillip Pullman

🔮 Exclusive Sneak Peek

I have comissioned some artwork by the amazingly talened Léa Charbonnier for some Black Salt Queen swag!

💌 Wrap-Up

Once again, thank you so much for your support. Please feel free to reach out to me if you ever want to chat or need anything!

-Kevin

📢 Call-to-Action

Make sure to check out my two bookclubs on Fable! If you want to read fantasy romance I have the Swords & Seduction book club

https://fable.co/club/swords-seduction-book-club-with-kevin-norman-129929132075

And if you want read more LGBTQ+ stories I have the Say Gay Book Club!

https://fable.co/club/say-gay-book-club-with-kevin-norman-110115934429

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