HeyJaredBecky’s Books
My monthly-ish newsletter with writing updates, news, book thoughts, and more, for Becky Dean YA novels and B.L. Dean sci-fi novels
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Always something new to learn (opens the original)
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Writing and publishing are like so many areas of life - there’s always more to learn. I hope I’m learning more about the craft of writing with each book so I’m constantly improving as a writer. And now, after years of learning about the traditional publishing industry and eight books, I’m learning a new side - so I can self-publish for the first time!Don’t worry, I’m still working with Delacorte Romance for at least two more upcoming YA romances (and who know what comes next). But I’m also branc
Kickstarter SECRET Deal! (opens the original)
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Usually I only send one email per month, but the Classics Rebooted Kickstarter is live TODAY, and I wanted to give you access to secret deals! There are special perks for backing in the first 48 hours, but just for you, there are even special-er deals! First, here’s a peek at the gorgeous books!<div class="
Who inspires you? (opens the original)
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A common question that people ask writers is, what book inspired you to be a writer? I don’t have an answer for that question. I read so much as a kid, and I loved books of all sorts, and I’ve wanted to be a writer since I was in second grade. There was never one specific book that I can point to as the single one that launched my writing dream. But there have been writers over the years who have inspired me in various ways. When I first started writing, I wrote a few science fiction and fantasy
The Candy Crush cover reveal and preorders (opens the original)
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It’s been an exciting month, with film news and cover reveals. I’m thrilled to share the cover for my next YA romance, The Candy Crush! And the book is available to preorder now. If you like signed copies and swag, stay tuned later this year for signed preorder copies and some other fun stuff.What you’ll find in the book:Warring candy shopsSweet, no-spice romanceLots of banterForbidden loveScheming senior citizensSuper awkward costumes<
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