Silence in the Mist: A Novel of the French Revolution

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I have exciting news!  Earlier in the year, I received a contract for my French Revolution set novel, Silence in the Mist. 

Last week, I received an email attachment with the cover art.  I was in the grocery store when I heared the tell-tale bling letting me know I had a new email.  As soon as I saw the woman in the gorgeous gown, surrounded by a mist-shrouded Vendean forest, I screamed!

In the next few weeks I will be posting book teasers, background articles, and a trailer.  I will also be holding a special contest in which the winner will receive an autographed copy of my novel, a copy of Mammoth Book of Scottish Romance , and a box full of fabulous French goodies.  So be sure to check back or sign up to FOLLOW THIS BLOG.

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Apricot said…
I love that you screamed when you saw the book cover!!! and int he grocery shop! thanks for a great blog and comp too.
April 27, 2011 at 6:21 AM
CYP @ A Bookalicious Story said…
Congratulations Leah! That is an awesome cover..i love the blue and white(my favourite colors by the way), it makes it looks so cold and remote, but elegant and...pretty. lol but yeah Congrats again!!:) looks awesome
July 5, 2011 at 8:04 AM
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