It's that time of year again. School is starting and so much more! Sorry I haven't blogged updates here in a bit but we've been rushing to get back into our house. Some things have been moving far faster then we planned. We are hoping for everything to slow down after next month and for us all to be settled in. In the meantime, here are some updates now & some to expect over the next month or so for all 3 websites: Now:
1. Website
I have finally managed to fix those pictures on Freckles' website.
2. School Visits in Your Area
I've already posted which areas we will be looking at visiting. The school proposals will explain more but it is free even if we have visited your school before. Feel free to contact us for more information. The areas include:
Saskatoon, SK
Humboldt, SK
Bruno, SK
Annaheim, SK
Cudworth, SK
Muenster, SK
Wakaw, SK
3. Erika-Elizabeth's Blog
As many know, Erika-Elizabeth is my daughter. She does the crafts for the books & video records them for children to do with her. She also does book reviews for me in her spare time (book reviews are on hold until we can get her computer down here). She has finally posted a second post and will continue to do so as the week progresses. Erika-Elizabeth has also co-authored Freckles' book # 6. Find her blog on Freckles' website & her review's on mine.
4. E-Book Sales
We currently have most books down for sale at $2.99 USD. Check them out on Barnes & Noble or Apple/Itunes.
5. Book Reviews
We have some new book reviews up for each series. Be sure to check out Sherlock's 1st book's review as well as Freckles' 4th & 5th books. You can find the reviews from here:
http://vickianne-caswell.weebly.com/my-books-reviews.html

1. Photos
Expect new photos to be up & posted over the next while on the websites.
2. School Proposals
I still need to update proposals for both series' for the schools before I contact them again this year. You will be able to find them on both websites soon.
3. Freckles Book # 6 Pre-Order Special
A pre-order special for Freckles the Bunny Series, Book # 6: The Freckle Monster, is being put together as we speak. This is the bullying book I have been talking about. The release date has yet to be decided but it will be out before Christmas.
4. Freckles the Bunny Series, Book # 6: The Freckle Monster Preview & Trailer
We will be working on the trailer and preview for the upcoming book very soon so keep an eye out on the website & Youtube channel.
5. Freckles Bundle Deal
A special bundle deal where you can buy a few books at a special price will be coming soon!

This is just some of what is to come!

Sherlock's 2nd book is formatted in pdf for you to download and check out! Be sure to get your copy of the first three chapters! We are also taking pre-orders for the newest book to be released this year. Order on our sales page!

Many people like to be kept up to date with latest events and books. Sherlock's Book Updates Form will keep you from missing book release dates, book sales locations (online and offline), previews, book signings and more! You can even sign up for both series' there!
http://www.sherlock-the-remarkable-cat-series.ca/sherlock-book-updates-sign-up-form.html

Want to take a sneak peak at Sherlock's newest book yet to come?! Visit our website to read the first 3 chapters!
http://www.sherlock-the-remarkable-cat-series.ca/previews-and-reviews.html
The title has been edited. It is now called, "Sherlock vs. the Thing in the Bag.

Don't forget to like our Facebook Fan page because there will be another contest for a free copy once the book is out! https://www.facebook.com/Sherlock.The.Remarkable.Cat.Series

I've begun writing Sherlock's second book. So far it is entitled, "Sherlock vs. the Greenie Meanie." This may change as I write but for now, this is the title. I've uploaded the first chapter to the website for those who can't wait. It is yet unedited. I always edit the final versions near release time. Feel free to take a look and read. It is in PDF format. Also, please note that I've changed the page name from "Books and Previews" to "Previews and Reviews." This means that the link is no longer the same.

Here is the link:
Previews and Reviews

We are very excited this year! New and exciting things have been happening here! Why?
1. We are constantly improving the books, new topics and learning so much along the way!

• We've learned more about some of the animals and new ones.
• We have a bullying book coming out this year (Summer 2014). - Freckles book.
  
• Crafts are now in every 2nd edition book for book 1 and 2. - Freckles books.
  
• New morals.
• A new craft blog for you and your child to follow from the books. - Freckles books.
  
• Morals and ISBN's are now beside each book online for additional info.
• We are still working on the e-books but have 2 online now!
• Sherlock has a Youtube Channel but we are still adding more videos for you!
  

 2. This year, we will be helping some rescue groups by placing their adoptable pets in our stories as background characters. - Freckles books.

3. We have a new series out which is getting a lot of attention. Be sure to check out Sherlock the Remarkable Cat Series' website and Facebook fan page.

4. We are on a roll for winning awards for reviews (every book has earned a 5 star!) and now we have the opportunity to win "2014 Best Book Cover Contest."

This is just a small portion of what is going on! In the meantime, we need you to vote! You can vote daily or every 2 days (the system is a bit picky). The link is below and we have the following books entered:
1. Freckles the Bunny Series, Book # 4: Freckles and the True Meaning of Christmas
2. Freckles the Bunny Series, Book # 5: Freckles and the Cost of Popularity
3. Sherlock the Remarkable Cat Series, Book # 1: Sherlock, the Cat Who Couldn't Meow

You can vote for all 3 books and here is how:
1. Follow the link and find the books.
2. It is the star rating system, 1 star being poor and 5 stars being awesome!
3. Click on the star to rate it and you can vote for other books too, not just one.

http://authorsdb.com/books/2014-book-cover-contest/children-s-books-2014

I have a bit of news today! Here it all is:

1. Sherlock's book is available online and can be found on Amazon.com. If you wish to have your $1/book donated to the Humboldt & District SPCA, you need to buy from our CreateSpace link: https://www.createspace.com/4469228

2. We have a contest to win a free book! Deadline is January 23, 2014. You can enter to win by going to our Facebook fan page. Read and share the post that is pinned to the top and don't forget to click like! This book will be signed by Sherlock himself and the author.

3. A flip book of the first two chapters can now be viewed. You can find it on Sherlock's website, on the "Books and Previews" page.

4. I am now taking pre-orders for the books. You can buy them online under the sales page ("signed books"). I take Paypal, Money Orders and Certified Checks. Money orders and certified checks need a full total to include the S&H. All books through the website are signed by the author and Sherlock. Special signing requests can be made as well.

Did you know?

1. Vickianne donates $1/book from all of her books when they are purchased from the Createspace links.

2. Sherlock, Kato and Charlie were all adopted from the Humboldt & District SPCA.

3. Freckles the Bunny Series books bought through the author are also signed by the real Freckles!