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February 2018 Newsletter

2/25/2018

 
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And what, you might ask, is that? It's a "maned wolf," native to South America, and one of the new characters in my Spirit Wild series. Santiago and his mate Sofia are Berserkers, caught up in the illegal trade of predators, currently living in pens at a wild animal refuge in Minnesota. If you click on the image, you should go to a YouTube video that explains what these fascinating creatures are really like--ever since I first saw photos of them, I've wanted to add them 
to a book. Dark Captive was the perfect story to introduce them.

The real star of Dark Captive, however, is Asha, a beautiful snow leopard, also a Berserker, rescued by the Chanku. For those of you new to the series, Berserkers are a subspecies of Chanku shapeshifters who are born as animals and shift to human, unlike the Chanku who start out as human babies who can shift and become animals. The tragedy of the Berserkers is that they are fully sentient and aware that they can shift, but only if they've had the proper nutrients, those grasses from Tibet that the Chanku need to sort of jumpstart the genetic anomaly that powers their shift.

Berserkers were originally bred at the dawn of Chanku history to be the guardians of their people--they are the larger, more powerful fighters who were protectors of the Chanku. I'm still not sure what the role of the maned wolf was as a Berserker in the ancient history of the species, but I'm sure I'll find out in the next book.

And yes, Dark Captive is finally done. I've never taken as long to write one of my books as I have with this one, but I've never had as many interruptions, either! Still, I think you're going to enjoy the story. It's due out in early April, but tonight I'll be sending it to my beta readers and hoping they've got time to give it a good read for typos, etc.

I've been busy reading books for the RWA contest so haven't touched my stack of wonderful stories waiting for me in my TBR pile, but it's not been easy, staring at this fantastic collection and knowing I can't read them until I finish the book I'm writing (check!!) and the final book I'm judging (almost check!!) and then I intend to dive into JAK's PROMISE NOT TO TELL because it's been TAUNTING ME! (as have the others, though not for as long...) But is THAT a collection or what? I can't wait!!
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Once I hear back from my beta readers, I'll get an excerpt posted on my website so you can see what this book's about. I've also got the rights back to Dark Wolf, the first in the series, so hopefully I'll be able to get it ready to re-release before too long. I'll be doing that one entirely on my own, so there will be a learning curve involved! Wish me luck.

And, to celebrate the fact that the BOOK IS DONE, I'm going to give away ebook copies of the winners' choice of Dark Spirit, Dark Refuge, or Dark Terror. If you need a refersher to figure out which one you'd like the chance to win, just click on the title and it will take you to that book's page.

On that note, I'm going to close for now. I don't get a wine break in the afternoons anymore, nor can I have coffee in the morning. I MISS MY CAFFEINE MORE THAN THE WINE! What does THAT tell you? Unfortunately, my ulcer is back and I'm having to heal up entirely before I can have either of my favorite beverages again. I've become a fan of Celestial Seasonings herbal teas, but they tend to put me to sleep, not wake me up when I want to write...

I hope Spring is beginning to make its appearance. Everything here is blooming and my yard is starting to look really pretty. I've posted a bunch of pictures from the yard on Instagram. You can find me there at katedouglas9383. I'm trying to learn to use the app, though I'm a slow learner when it comes to things on my phone. I have, at least, figured out how to post!

Take care, be safe, and don't forget to enter the contest if you're missing any of those books. 

Kate 

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Kelly Bennett
2/25/2018 04:40:05 pm

I’m excited for the new book in April. I’ll be happy to pimp out the news about Dark Wolf reprint it’s such a good story. You have a good week, I’m ready for spring we’ve gotten hit with a lot of snow lately.

Kate Douglas
2/25/2018 10:35:08 pm

Thanks, Kelly! I do appreciate your posts--thank you so much for doing that. I had NO IDEA how many websites and blogs there were out there for romances!!!

Kelly
2/26/2018 12:11:44 am

You are so welcome.

Cheryl Lemon
2/25/2018 05:36:47 pm

That wolf is stunning. Can’t wait to read this. Take care

Kate Douglas
2/25/2018 10:37:05 pm

Aren't they gorgeous! If you haven't yet, watch the video about them. They're really different, not carnivores but omnivores and when they run, they look very much like a deer because of the shape of the ankle joints. I first saw them some time ago and wondered how I could use them in a story, and it just worked perfectly this time.

Madeleine Gombert
2/26/2018 03:28:04 am

When is Dark Captive coming out?

Kate Douglas
2/26/2018 04:32:54 pm

Didn't you read the newsletter? Early April. I don't have a definite date yet.

Tracey
2/26/2018 12:38:27 pm

You are gonna love that Jr. Ward Book. I just finished it and now I'm like hurry up I need more of the
Black Dagger just as much as I need more of my favorite wolf men...lol

Kate Douglas
2/26/2018 04:34:28 pm

I LOVE those books! Her voice is so powerful, there are sections I swear I hear heavy metal music playing in the background!

Lenna Hendershott
2/26/2018 01:48:36 pm

You're gonna love Ward's Blood Fury <3 I just finished it a week or so ago and I think it just might be her best. I just loved it. It made me so happy. If you want to read my review (AFTER you finish the book) I'm Glittergirl on Goodreads. Feel free to friend me there. I wish you the best <3

Kate Douglas
2/26/2018 04:36:05 pm

Thanks, Lenna. I will--don't need any spoilers. I love going into Ward's books without a clue what's going to happen. Such powerful writing!

Jay
2/28/2018 12:04:28 am

You all will LOVE this book!! Yes, I’m one of Kate’s beta readers and couldn’t wait to tell how great I think this book is. I had to stay up all night because I couldn’t put it down. Bad for me in that I’m actually trying to get back to 100% after having the flu. But all good news for you all! who are waiting for it. Lol!

Kate Douglas
2/28/2018 10:24:04 pm

Thank you, Jay! I was so worried about this one, mainly because it took so long to finish writing it, but I've been really pleased with all the positive comments. Yours especially!! Thank you!!!


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