Fresh Fiction Blog | Norah Wilson | The Book that Wouldn't Die

Tomorrow (9/4/12), Montlake Romance will publish my romantic suspense, EVERY BREATH SHE TAKES. But it won't be the first time this story has seen publication. It was first published in 2004 by Dorchester Publishing under the title LAUREN'S EYES, after it won Dorchester's New Voice in Romance contest. I was thrilled to join the ranks of my mass market-published friends. Then I saw my cover. Actually, most of the romance writing community saw my cover before I did. It was unveiled at a Romantic Times conference which I was unfortunately unable to attend, but the lovely Julianne MacLean stood in for me and posed with my pretty cover on my behalf. And it truly was a beautiful cover, with gorgeous pastel colors, depicting three fantasy-type horses with long flowing manes. The problem? The book in question is not a pastel fantasy. It's a sexy, gritty romantic suspense with a relatively slight - but key - paranormal element (psychic heroine).

The upshot, of course, between the small print run and the lack of a genre-appropriate cover, was that the book failed to find its audience with Dorchester, and I subsequently reacquired the publishing rights.

Fast forward to 2011 when I was contacted by Montlake Romance. Their representative had read the book and wanted to publish it. My initial excitement only escalated after talking with the Montlake team and discovering how astoundingly author-centric they are. Given my earlier experience, I was understandably concerned about covers, but they assured me they would work with me to ensure I was completely satisfied. As it turns out, I am thrilled with my cover. And I can't wait to find out what a difference this cover will make for my book that just wouldn't die!

Giveaway: In celebration of the release of my romantic suspense EVERY BREATH SHE TAKES, I am giving away the winner's choice of a signed print copy of the complete set of either my Serve and Protect romantic suspense series (includes GUARDING SUZANNAH, SAVING GRACE and PROTECTING PAIGE) OR my Vampire Romance series (includes THE MERZETTI EFFECT and NIGHTFALL), at the winner`s choice. If the winner prefers to do their reading on an eReader, I am happy to gift them the complete set of their choice electronically.

Norah Wilson

Comments

Hi

I am a huge fan of romantic suspense stories and I have
started your Serve and Protect series and really enjoy it.
Need to catch up.

Thanks for the chance
(Pam Brewer 11:28am September 3, 2012)

Hi Norah,
I've had a life-long love affair with RS novels. I enjoy suspense and
intrigue. As a reader I gravitate to Harlequin Intrigues and Silhouette
Romantic Suspense books. I'm sorry to say that I haven't read your
novels, but that I'm going to look them up. Thanks for the blog post re:
Every Breath She Takes.
(Susan S 11:43am September 3, 2012)

This book sounds worthy of reissue.
Blessings,
Marjorie
(Marjorie Carmony 12:05pm September 3, 2012)

I really want to read your Vampire series!!!!! oh my gosh just
overly excited! I hope I get to bring them home!!! ahhhh :D
Thank you for being such a diverse writer!!!
(Candice Duffey 12:07pm September 3, 2012)

Would love to read your Serve and Protect Series. Love suspence/romance books. Thanks for the opportunity.
(JoAnn White 12:25pm September 3, 2012)

That's an interesting story. I'm always inspired by authors who successfully have books republished, (often with incredible success) 10, or even 20+ years after it was written. It always reminds me to do what feels right and not be attached to the outcome, because you never know what the future will end up bringing!
(Kathleen Conner 12:52pm September 3, 2012)

Thanks for the chance to win. I would love to read the Serve and Protect Series.
(Anna Speed 1:17pm September 3, 2012)

COngrats on your book's rerelease! :)
Thanks for the chance to win!
(Colleen Conklin 1:18pm September 3, 2012)

Like all the characteristics of your new novel. Always happy to discover a
new (to me) writer.
(Shari Santella 1:24pm September 3, 2012)

Serve and Protect series would be my choice. Just love stories about law enforcement and military.
(Kai Wong 2:01pm September 3, 2012)

Your a new author to me. I am glad that previously you didn't write about vampires. That would be what I would like to win..
(Kathleen Bianchi 2:12pm September 3, 2012)

Book covers are so important to my choice of books---I imagine I would not have purchased this book with it's original cover.
(Sue Farrell 2:18pm September 3, 2012)

Your re-release sounds awesome and I love the new cover. I would love to be able to have either series. You are a new author to me and I cant wait to start reading some of your books. If I had to pick I would start with the Serve and Protect series.
(Emily Bowes 2:45pm September 3, 2012)

I'M A HUGE FAN OF YOURS LOVE YOUR BOOKS. I CAN'T WAIT TO READ
THESE THEY SOUND VERY EXCITING.
(Shelly Caggiano 3:00pm September 3, 2012)

Congrats on the rerelease of "Every Breath She Takes," Norah. I'm happy you reacquired the publishing rights.
(Jane Cheung 3:43pm September 3, 2012)

I can't wait to read it. Thank you for the giveaway.
(Rita Wray 4:03pm September 3, 2012)

Glad that the book has another chance. I like paranormal elements in my reading. Not too many psychics left in the genre. Most are doing more, like werewolves and elves and such.
(Carol Cobun 4:09pm September 3, 2012)

Congrats on the re-release. I know what it's like--my most recent release is in its third life, and its third cover. Thanks for being willing to share your story--and your books.
(Terry Odell 5:14pm September 3, 2012)

It will be new to me and greatly appreciated!
(MaryEllen Hanneman 6:12pm September 3, 2012)

Both these series sound fantastic.. Thank you for the opportunity of winning these.. Congratulations on the publishing rights and the re release.
(Holly Vanderhule 6:33pm September 3, 2012)

thanks for the chance to win sounds great!!
(Jennifer Beck 7:51pm September 3, 2012)

Love romantic suspense. Thanks for the giveaway!
(Mary C 8:35pm September 3, 2012)

I love romantic suspense, and having a psychic element just
adds more intrigue. So glad it's being republished - the
cover really must indicate the style of the book, especially
with a new author.
(Diane Sallans 9:02pm September 3, 2012)

Thank You for this Contest. I just can't get enough of rereleased books. Congrats!
(Cheryl English 9:23pm September 3, 2012)

As soon as my page loaded (I have dial-up), I immediately was drawn to your cover. It is absolutely stunning!! Due to the fact that your story line falls into something I would immediately snatch off the shelf, I would love to read it!! If I were so fortunate to win, I would automatically pick the Serve and Protect series. I'd love to get it in print, because you can't beat having the feel of the pages turning in your hands. Call me old-fashioned, but I don't think I'll ever purchase an e-reader. Best of luck with your new publisher!!
(Peggy Roberson 9:59pm September 3, 2012)

Congratulations on your rerelease with a cover you love!
(Jan D 10:05pm September 3, 2012)

I would love to read one of your series. I am an avid reader, but have to admit, I have yet to read one of your books! They are now on my to-read list!
(Stephanie Briggs 11:12pm September 3, 2012)

I hardly ever choose a book by it's cover! I am a habitual
reader and love books. I have recently been diagnosed with
lupus and reading has been my escape from the pain of my
condition. I would be so excited to win this contest as my
birthday is coming up and it would be a great present.
(Denise Parrett 11:48pm September 3, 2012)

You certainly want your cover to match your story. I do notice covers, then I read the blurb. I would love to be considered for your SERVE AND PROTECT series.
(Mary Preston 5:49am September 4, 2012)

How great that you get to reissue your book!
I would love to read the Serve and Protect books, ideally in real book rather than e-book, and I wish you well with the re-release.
(Clare O'Beara 6:46am September 4, 2012)

I, too, am a newcomer to your works - how cool about the reissue - that is GREAT news!
(Felicia Ciaudelli 1:44pm September 4, 2012)

Congratulations and best wishes. Your re-issue is welcomed and
is great.
(Sharon Berger 2:01pm September 4, 2012)

Book covers are important, because they are what draws you to picking up the book. It's wise to reissue your book with the new cover that goes with the story. I've not read any of your books yet, but made a note awhile ago, to get Ashlyn's Radio which you co-authored with Heather Doherty. I thought this book sounded very good with the paranormal element. I'm hoping you'll write more of these haunted- types of stories, also, and I wish you well with the re-release.
(Linda Luinstra 7:08pm September 4, 2012)

Norah, this is such a great publishing story. How well your publishing
life worked out. Can't wait to read the book.
Stella MacLean
The Christmas Inn, November 2012
(Stella MacLean 5:09am September 5, 2012)

Hi Norah, I read this book and I LOVE it. It's written so well, I'd swear you've been a bronco buster in a former life, or you've channelled your inner cowboy! :)
(Lina Gardiner 4:21pm September 5, 2012)

The publishing industry certainly is rife with printing adventures and cover art opportunities/debacles as you have aptly described! Could this "risen from the also ran" tale provide a rib or two for a novel? What a happy conclusion for you!.....and for us! Hope I am as fortunate in this opportunity!
(Carla Schuller 12:26pm September 6, 2012)

sounds like a good read; thanks for the draw
(Barbara Studer 12:40pm September 6, 2012)

Glad you've got the cover you love, Norah, good reason. It's steamy. -:) I've no doubt you'll find plenty of eager readers for Every Breath She Takes. You're a wonderful writer and a terrific support to other writers. You deserve your success.

Joan
(Joan HallHovey 9:10am September 6, 2012)

Romantic mysteries are some of my favorites. Even the breathing part makes me catch my breath and worry about what type of breathing shows up in this story - breathless, shallow, deep or gasping.
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