I have a new blurb. Can I get some more feedback?

I'm hoping this is the last time. This is a blurb to the sequel of my first book (Romantasy). This one, I tried to get rid of some worldbuilding and focus more on the main conflict and plot.

"What if… you don't like the man I'm supposed to be?”

After being forced away from her, Prince Amias escapes home to reunite with his beloved Ignatia. Now haunted by betrayal and lies, he’s become a shell of himself but he's determined to prove to Ignatia that he's still the same blissful tender-hearted man she fell for.

Opportunity comes when Ignatia's people need her to ascend her throne — only they resent her for falling in love with their enemy's grandson. If he is to be her king, he must prove his loyalty in three competitions against Felix — a highly adored soldier that everyone says is more deserving of the throne. If Amias can't face the cold truth about himself nor his family, and earn the trust of her people, he will lose her. This time, forever.

Souls Undone is the second book in the Soulmateless Trilogy. This emotional journey is perfect for readers of forbidden romance, found family and journeys of self discovery.

reddit.com
u/authoronline — 4 hours ago

Can I get more critique on my blurb?

​

Here's the blurb! It's a sequel to my Romantasy series. I tried to implement what I could from previous feedback though I'm not sure it's punchy enough.

“What if… you don't like the man I'm supposed to be?”

With his memories back, Prince Amias escapes home to reunite with his beloved Ignatia in the desert city of Harena. Now haunted by shadows of his past, his spark has been completely smitted, but he's determined to prove to Ignatia he's still the same man she fell for.

Opportunity comes when Ignatia's people need her to take back the throne from her wicked mother — only they resent Amias for what his bloodline has done. If he is to stay with her, he must prove his kindness through three trials, while competing against Felix — a highly favored soldier who wants to steal Ignatia’s heart and Amias' place beside her. If Amias can't face his past, and earn the trust of her people, he will lose her. This time, forever.

Souls Undone is the second book in the Soulmateless Trilogy. This emotional journey is perfect for readers of forbidden romance, found family and journeys of self discovery.

reddit.com
u/authoronline — 1 day ago

Can I get some critique on my blurb?

This is my blurb for book 2 of my contemporary Romantasy series. Can I get some feedback?

First he had won her heart. Now, he must win over her kingdom.

After gaining his memories back, Prince Amias reunites with his beloved Ignatia in Harena City; a city of sand, fire and everything opposite to home. Escaping into a world he’s never set foot in, and facing a harsh reality about everything he’s ever known, he hasn't been the same. But as long as Ignatia stays by his side, it's all worth it.

But that might all change when Ignatia seeks an opportunity to save her people — shifters that are rightfully angry with Amias’ bloodline. In order to stay by her side and correct history's wrongs, Amias must earn their trust by enduring trials that will test his character — while competing against their highly adored soldier, who has eyes on both the throne and Ignatia. If Amias can't outdo his new rival and prove himself to her people, he just might lose her forever.

Souls Undone is the second book in the Soulmateless Trilogy. This heart-wrenching journey is perfect for readers of forbidden romance, magic and unique takes on fated mates.

reddit.com
u/authoronline — 5 days ago

Is offering my first already-published book as an reward "new" enough?

Want to start a Kickstarter. But since the Kickstarter would be for a sequel, i would be offering the first ebook that's already published.

Is that okay? I know the rules say the rewards need to be new. But does it mean like exclusive to Kickstarter? Or like... You just can't resell other work?

reddit.com
u/authoronline — 8 days ago

Soulmateless...

When everyone BUT the MCs has a fated mate, but they defy fate and choose each other anyway.

Soulmateless is a trilogy following Prince Amias and runaway Princess Ignatia as they learn to overcome the stereotypes about each other and choose love instead. Their love can be the one thing that exposes the dark underbelly of lies in the whimsical Amara City.

The first book, Soulmateless is out on KU now: https://a.co/d/bZeA0TF

The second book, Souls Undone, is coming out Winter 2027, and there will be updates, as well as beta reading and ARC reader updates on Instagram and TikTok @sandpiperwrites

Full Blurb:

“Life will still hold its beauty, but there will always be an empty space that longs to be filled.”

In Amara City, where everyone’s expected to find their soulmate, Prince Amias is devastated when he’s told he doesn't have one. Though one dream is crushed, his other wish — to serve the kingdom — can be fulfilled. When he runs into Clara, a snarky girl who just arrived in the city, Amias insists on helping her settle in.

But being around Clara has its consequences. When the kingdom needs Amias' help to stop murderous black-furred shifters, her arguments have him asking if his people are lying about them. With innocent lives, his family and friends on the line, he must decipher the truth before he misses his chance to save everyone — all while resisting his flourishing love for Clara, doomed to destroy them both.

Soulmateless is the first book in an urban fantasy romance trilogy. This heart-wrenching journey is perfect for readers of forbidden romance, magic and unique takes on fated mates.

Thank you for reading! And I hope you enjoy!

u/authoronline — 1 month ago

Hey, I wanted to drop in my Contemporary Romantasy here once again.

In Soulmateless, everyone anticipates finding their soulmate... EXPECT the Prince of the Kingdom of Love, and shifters like the Princess of an enemy kingdom. But despite the world being against them, destined to never find love and raised to believe the other is a monster, they slowly come to realize that they raised on lies and choose to slowly fall for each other.

This is the first of a trilogy. Hoping be able to post about book 2 soon! This book is available on KU now: https://a.co/d/bZeA0TF

Full Blurb:

“Life will still hold its beauty, but there will always be an empty space that longs to be filled.”

In Amara City, where everyone’s expected to find their soulmate, Prince Amias is devastated when he’s told he doesn't have one. Though one dream is crushed, his other wish — to serve the kingdom — can be fulfilled.

When he runs into Clara, a snarky girl who just arrived in the city, Amias insists on helping her settle in. But being around Clara has its consequences. When the kingdom needs Amias' help to stop murderous black-furred shifters, her arguments have him asking if his people are lying about them. With innocent lives, his family and friends on the line, he must decipher the truth before he misses his chance to save everyone — all while resisting his flourishing love for Clara, doomed to destroy them both.

Soulmateless is the first book in an contemporary fantasy romance trilogy. This heart-wrenching journey is perfect for readers of forbidden romance and fated mates.

Tropes Include:

🩷Puma-ish Shifters

🩷 Forbidden Romance

🩷Secret Identity

🩷 Whimsical City with dark secrets

🩷 Cinnamon Roll MMC/Feisty FMC

Triggers:

Violence/Gore

Neglect/Emotional child Abuse References to Racism

Mentions of Sexual Assault (none of which take place)

Open Door Sex Scenes

Parental Death

Violence against Children

Starvation (not anorexia)

Character Art is by @lampofblob on insta

u/authoronline — 2 months ago