BOOK SALE! BOOK SALE!!

Hear Ye! This is a pre-holiday pitch on behalf of my beloved first book!!

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The publication of The Light Stays On has been sheer joy. It's a thrill to hold it in my hands, to hear from people who've read it and liked it, to see reviews and excerpts in print. I haven't done the promotion piece justice in recent months, but The Light Stays On is finding its way through Amazon, Barnes and Noble. com, some book signings, a recent book reading, and several favorable critic reviews.

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I apologize if you've come to my blog for leisure and here I am promoting my book. I haven't and won't do it often, but as a jump on the holidays, if books are on your shopping list, I am offering my blog buddies, here and at Blogland Lane, a discounted rate of $10 per book for purchases of two or more books (plus postage).

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To get this rate, you will have to order here (see my sidebar) using Paypal. I will include a beautiful bookplate with each purchase, personally signed by me and inscribed to who ever you'd like.

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If you prefer to pay by check, just send me an email at karenjasper@comcast.net with your mailing address. The shipping charge is $ 4.80 for one or two books, abit more for three or more.

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If you are not familiar with The Light Stays On, here is the synopsis from the back cover:

The Light Stays On by Karen Jasper
$13.95 List price
Publisher: Chihuahua Press

Is it morally defensible for a wife and mother to leave her family because she's fallen in love with someone else?
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What if that wife and mother is terminally ill?

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And what if that someone else is another woman?
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For Alex Fournier, it is the pull of obligation and duty to her husband and children. For Lily Peterson, it is the challenge of loving a woman who belongs somewhere else.

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They are apart for seven years, until a terminal illness strikes. When they finally meet again, they begin an unforeseen and unimaginable journey through a maze of confusing and tender connections with each other and the innocent people who love them.

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And here are some reviews:

Karen Jasper's first novel offers a suspenseful story tackling all the complexities of real life. With a terse, unsentimental and ultimately hypnotic use of language we are treated to a page turner. An account of what it means to be human and what is to be done about it. I would not be surprised if Karen Jasper takes her rightful place, front and center, on the modern literary map.

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This story has a magnificent way of being both light-hearted and warm while still raising heavy moral questions and thought-provoking discussions. It is told in an easy to digest fashion and makes you want to read thought the entire book in one sitting. With engaging characters and well told narrative, this book is a great read.

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Delightful story of friendship and love, I couldn't put the book down. The characters are so well developed and realistic. Karen Jasper's story telling ability grabbed me from beginning. You'll laugh, be sad, be happy and shed tears with this tender story of triumph, friendship and love in the best and worst of times. I look forward to the other stories and characters Ms. Jasper will share with us.
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From the first page to the last this novel will bring you joy and bring you sorrow. It will surprise you with its unexpected twists and turns and warm your heart with its portrayal of love. With psychological acuity, Karen Jasper gives us insights into the emotions and reasonings that guide us to make our life choices. Once you have begun reading your light will stay on until you've read the last line.
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Okay, I did it. I promoted my book on my blog. I did it. I hope you don't mind. And if you don't mind spreading the word, I would appreciate it. I have sales goals in my head, and I'm over the top excited by every single sale!!!

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Thank you, thank you.

P.S. If you're looking for my previous post, I pulled it. I said what was helpful and important to me and I thank each of you so much for your support and wisdom. xo