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Celebrate Christmas in July with up to 30% off! And check out this 1920’s Peter Pan Retelling!

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We aren’t sure what part of the world you live in or what the weather’s like, but around here, it is HOT. So hot that we decided to cool off by having a little Christmas in July celebration… with a SALE!

Absolutely everything in the shop is on sale. And by everything, we mean everything*! Even our clearance section is discounted, so take advantage of our second biggest sale of the year.

Use the following codes to discount your entire cart! Coupons CAN be combined!

Get 15% off our exclusive editions with code EXCLUSIVE15
Use BOOKS30 for 30% off the rest of our books.
Code JULY25 will take 25% off everything* else in the shop!

But hurry! This sale ends July 16th!

The Fine Print
*Preorders are not discounted
+All orders will be shipped once the sale ends. Fine art prints are printed on demand and the turnaround time is listed in the item description.

Indie Author Feature

To continue our efforts to support indie authors, we’re going to feature one in our newsletter each month. But exclusively in our newsletter, so make sure you’re subscribed! For our first indie author feature…

Meet Courtney Millecam, author of The Otherworlds trilogy!

Courtney writes fantasy novels for young adults with atmospheric settings, magic, girls with swords, swoony love interests, and heart pounding adventure.​

When she’s not writing, you can find her spending time with family, enjoying the mountains near her home, or curled up reading with a Dr. Pepper in hand.

We sat down (digitally) with Courtney and asked her a few questions about her books and writing in general. Here’s what she had to say!

Whimsical: What is the most inspiring feedback you’ve ever received from a reader?

Courtney: Anytime a reader reaches out to tell me they loved my book or connected with one of my characters, I’m so thrilled. To me, that’s a huge compliment and it inspires me to keep writing.

Whimsical: What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?

Courtney: My books are historical-fantasy and also retellings so there was a lot of world-building to make these elements all come together. I loved including Easter eggs from the original stories and having appearances from familiar characters, while also creating something completely new. I love history and including historically accurate details took a lot of time, but was important so readers felt like they were immersed in 1923 London. Everything from the type of bicycle Charlie rides and the items he stocks at Mr. Willoughby’s store to the types of hats and shoes Evie wears are authentic to that time.

Whimsical: What is the best advice you have received as a writer?

Courtney: The best advice I received as a writer is to know your why. Why do I write? Some days, writing is hard! Some days, I let comparison steal my joy. When that happens, I remind myself why I started writing in the first place. Writing was therapeutic for me when my kids were young and the only escape I got was the hour or two during naptime. I loved the process of creating a full novel from a blank page and found I loved telling the types of stories that I enjoyed reading. I’m so grateful I get to share these stories with others.

Whimsical: How do you hope your work will impact your readers?

Courtney: A couple of the themes I try to highlight are the ideas that our past does not define us and that strength comes in many forms. I hope others can see themselves in my characters and that these messages resonate with them.

Whimsical: Can you share any upcoming projects or plans for future books?

Courtney: Right now, I’m working through feedback from my editor on the final book in this trilogy. Publication is planned for early 2025. This is going to be an epic conclusion and I’m so excited to see everything come together.

Whimsical: Is there anything else you would like to add that I haven’t included?

Courtney: My books are available in all formats on Amazon and are part of Kindle Unlimited. Readers can connect with me on instagram @courtmillecam or via my newsletter. Sign up at courtneymillecam.com

The Never Heir is a 1920s Peter Pan retelling that explores what happens to the lost boys after they leave Neverland that is perfect for fans of fairytale retellings with dark twists, atmospheric settings, and slow burn romance that’s swoony, not spicy.

And check out this absolutely swoon-worthy artwork of Charlie and Evie, created by @damian.in.the.den

Reminders

Indie Author Database

Don’t forget our page dedicated to supporting indie authors! Find your next great read or if you are an indie author, fill out the form to be added to the site! We’d love to have you!

Each month, we will also feature an artist from our database in our newsletter. We support human artists who do not use AI. Feel free to browse the list or if you are an artist that doesn’t use AI and would like to join the list, you’re welcome to submit your information to be added!

Finally, don’t forget we currently have two amazing preorders available!

We Will Be Heroes by Megan McCullough releases later this month on the 23rd.

Sense & Sensibility, the next novel in our Jane Austen collection, which releases September 10th.

Is there an indie author you’d like us to interview next? Let us know here! We are so grateful to you all for your continued support and love! We couldn’t do what we do without you, our wonderful whimsies!

XOXO,
Micheline

Touching Base for the New Year!

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I can’t even believe it’s already 2023! For this first post of the new year, I wanted to highlight some of the exciting things that will be coming to Whimsical this year.

If all goes according to plan, Whimsical Publishing will release, at minimum, two new books! Hayley Reese Chow’s is the first, it’s an action packed, sci-fi romance INTO THE CHURN will be releasing on April 4th (preorders are open now – also be sure to check out the endorsement reviews I’ve attached at the bottom of this post!)

One exciting new feature that Whimsical’s editions of INTO THE CHURN will have is a jacketed hardcover option! This will have an EXCLUSIVE design on the hard case. You won’t be able to get this edition anywhere else but on Whimsical! Plus, remember every pre-order from my shop (hardcover or paperback) will include the pre-order incentives that you also won’t get anywhere else!

The second book we’re launching this year will be the much-anticipated sequel to A Daughter of the Trolls by McKenzie Catron! We’re hoping for a late fall / early winter release… with plenty of excitement leading up to it. Title and Cover reveal to come soon, along with ARCs and a preorder campaign. Be sure to check to watch my social media for updates!

Whimsical is also hoping to have the Sleeping Beauty retelling that I’m co-authoring with Bryn Shutt released in 2023, but Bryn and I are both slow writers, mostly because we want to give you all a story worth waiting for!

There are also some exciting things for 2023 that I can’t share just yet, but the year ahead is full and I’m so so excited and blessed to have these opportunities. I’m looking forward to each and every one!

We still have some leftover fine art prints from the old manufacturer! These are 50% off (price already reduced and cannot be combined with any discount code). These are limited and many have only 1 or 2 left in stock.

The artwork itself is not being discontinued, so don’t panic! We’re just clearing out the old paper style since we have a new manufacturer in the US for fine art prints.

We are also now offering slightly imperfect books for sale at a discount in the shop! These are perfectly readable copies that might have incorrect finishes or minor dings/scratches on the cover or spine.

Commission and Endorsement Requests

When I receive requests for commissions or endorsement reviews, often I’m not able to accept for a variety of reasons… but one of those is sometimes that I just don’t have enough information to provide an informed answer. To help with that, I’ve created a few request forms for interested parties to fill out.

Please note that completing a form does not guarantee I will accept your request. This is purely for me to prioritize requests that I feel confident and inspired to complete.

For commission requests, please use THIS LINK. This will allow me to review your request and determine if I am able to take on a commission depending on your specific needs.

If you are requesting an endorsement review from any of the Whimsical Publishing authors, fill out the form at THIS LINK. This does not guarantee a review.

Did you know Whimsical has a growing database of human artists? To help combat the rise of AI art, we’ve created a database of human artists, which is accessible via my website.

Due to my unpredictable health and busy schedule, I’m not always able to accept commission requests. This database also serves as a great place to find alternate artists if I am unable to fulfill your needs for a commission. Or if you’re not looking to commission custom artwork, these talented people also have portfolios and shops for you to browse! Take a look!

Click HERE to view the list, or fill out the form to join if you’re an artist.

If you’re an indie author, we’re also creating a database for you to join as well! AI presents a problem for everyone in the arts, not just artists. Please consider joining our network of indie authors by clicking HERE and completing the form!

Are you a reader looking for your next great read? Check out the list of amazing indie authors. I’m sure you’ll find something to spark your interest!

Are you an author seeking publication from Whimsical Publishing?

View our current submission criteria and submit your manuscript HERE!

BEFORE YOU GO!!!
The reviews are coming in for ITC and I wanted to share these two with you today!

 

“Hayley Reese Chow’s Into the Churn is a romantic Science Fiction thrill ride with brains and heart. Ezren and Foster have chemistry to spare, and the world of Belethea and its killer storms is just giddy-making good. I can’t wait to read what she does next!”

—Alaya Dawn Johnson, Nebula Award-winning author of The Summer Prince

“Into the Churn is a whirlwind of a book that will sweep you up into its stormy world and won’t let you go.”

—Bridget Tyler, author of the Pioneer duology