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Rainbow Crate Interview

5/20/2022

 
I wanted to share an interview from November of 2020 where Key of Arcandus became an ebook feature that year in Rainbow Crate Book Box. The creators of the subscription box were kind enough to put this softly sapphic story of mine into their distribution and then do a live stream interview on YouTube. Rainbow Crate was my first author interview ever, so I was a little nervous. But in the end it turned out to be a great conversation, and I've gotten a little more comfortable speaking through a camera now. 

Grab a FREE eBook copy of Key of Arcandus

12/14/2021

 
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I'm not doing any giveaways for the holidays this year, but I am leaving a little stocking stuffer by the tree so that people can grab a little something to read while they travel. Yes, Key of Arcandus is currently FREE on eBook through a Prolific Works giveaway from 12/15-12/29.

Simply click on the graphic above to go right to the page where mine, and a bunch of other fantasy stories, can be added to your TBRs going into 2022. This offer will not last long, so do not dely. As always, leaving reviews on sites like Amazon and B&N helps me out tremendously with the algorithm.

Have a safe and happy holidays!

Happy 1st Birthday Key of Arcandus!

10/2/2021

 
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One year ago, yesterday, I launched my debut high-fantasy novel, Key of Arcandus. It was one of the wildest rides learning everything from editing to marketing, and everything in between. 

In honor of this occasion, I am doing a giveaway through my Instagram account where both you and a friend can win a signed copy of Key of Arcandus (Giveaway lasts 10/01/21 – 10/08/21).  What’s not listed ​on my 
IG is that I have up to ten sets I would like to send out in celebration of this one-year milestone. So, if you haven’t had a chance to grab a copy of KoA yet, now is most certainly your chance! 

​The other surprise I’ve recently rolled out is I now have a YouTube channel called Lah the Game Scribe! 
After my first failed attempt in 2018, I’ve come back with better tools and vision to bring content that I want to promote and share with others. This includes promoting my books series, book reviews, conversations on story concepts and characters, as well as one more surprise that I will announce within the week once I clear a troubleshooting issue. 

It's exciting to begin rolling out more content that I intended to execute over a year ago, but all things happen in their own time.

The Art of Conveying Language in Carving Legacies

11/15/2020

 
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While I am not multi-lingual myself, it has always fascinated me with how different racial languages impact character interactions within a fantasy world. Unfortunately, there have been very few games or stories I’ve encountered where they really dig deep into the intricacies of how not knowing more than one language can create obstacles for the protagonist(s) as they work toward their end-game goal. Keep in mind, I’ve not read every fantasy series out there, so ​if you’ve come

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Key of Arcandus is now released!

10/2/2020

 
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You can now purchase Key of Arcandus at any major online book retailer or request through your local bookstore. It is self-published through Ingramspark with global distribution channels, so no matter where you are in the world you should be able to grab a copy somehow, somewhere. 

Thank you to everyone who has supported me through this process, and who will continue to support me after launch! Your reviews and word-of-mouth help gain traction in building a community that supports indie authors like myself so that we can achieve our life's dream of making this our full-time career. 

What's in store next, you might ask? 

2021 is going to be busy as I go back to the writing table and tackle not just Book 2 in the Carving Legacies series, but a standalone novel for two of the supporting cast members from Key of Arcandus. I have a ton of projects for the world of Clayne, and as I gain momentum in my writing craft I'm hoping to bring new stories, series, and characters to everyone who becomes a fan. As it currently stands I have two full series planned (Carving Legacies and a post-CL pantheon series), with three stand-alone novels, and another potential two series that would cover the Finnean Rebellion and the war between the immortal gods during the ancient era. Whew! I better get writing!

Virtual Book Release Party

9/21/2020

 
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Join me on Instagram live, Thursday, 10/01/2020 at either 12:00 pm or 5:00 pm MST where I'll be reading chapters 1 and 2, giving away signed copies of my book to randomly selected winners, and hosting a small Q&A session at the end! 

Key of Arcandus Book Giveaway!

9/17/2020

 
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For full details click HERE. 

Starting 09/14 I am hosting a book giveaway on Instagram until 09/25 at 8pm MST! Win a signed copy of my debut novel Key of Arcandus if you complete one of the character challenges and I select yours as the best of the best for that category!

The contest is a little something I wanted to 
do in honor of past years of participating in
GISHWHES (Greatest International Scavenger Hunt the World Has Ever Seen). I remember having a ton of fun with my friends doing some of the silliest of things in the name of love, kindness, and fun! I wanted to port those good feelings into my book giveaway in the hopes that people might enjoy tapping into their inner child a little. 

Currently there has not been any traction of participation, so the odds of winning just by participating might be in your favor since the contest is only for two weeks (well...one and a half now). 

All you need is an Instagram account, and the challenges are pretty simple. Even though it's a KoA-themed contest, none of the challenges require you to have any knowledge of my book to win. So follow me, tag a friend or two, and take an hour or two on a weekend to show off your favorite book, ice-related thing, or best dress, and just have some fun with it!

​Good luck to those who participate!

Seeking Reviewers for KoA

9/1/2020

 
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If you're a BookTuber, Bookstagrammer, book blogger, or book podcaster, I am looking for individuals to read and review Key of Arcandus. You receive a free copy of the book in the format of your choice (hardback, paperback, ebook (.epub)) in exchange for an honest review. 
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If this is something of interest, please contact me via this website or DM me through Instagram @laurensefchik

Key of Arcandus Releases 10/01/20!

8/15/2020

 
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After over a decade of blood, sweat, and tears it’s finally here! My debut book, Key of Arcandus, is finally done and coming out into the world on 10/01/2020!
 
I’m at such a loss for words. Even now as I see my book up for pre-order on major websites it’s hard to believe this is actually happening; that this moment in time has finally arrived. I’ve been an anxious wreck all week as the print samples came in, and as my heart swelled with joy that the fruits of my labor have culminated into such a cool and awe-inspiring experience…and I still have so much more to do!
 
Now begins the real challenge: Spreading the word!
​You can pre-order Key of Arcandus through any major online book retailer such as Barnes & Noble or Amazon. Or support your local brick-and-mortar bookstore by requesting a copy through their distribution channels. I’ve published through Ingramspark, so every retailer should have the ability to order copies through their networks. They just need someone to request it of them.
 
I will be doing multiple events and giveaways (mostly online) to help get more copies out there into the world. Stay tuned to my website or Instagram to be notified when such events become available!
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