I’m very excited about my upcoming release, Extra Innings. It is a bit of a departure for me as I’ve written mostly detective and mystery novels.
This book started as a memory from childhood of the old minor league baseball stadium in my home town. I spent many summer days there. I remember exciting games that often competed with the volatile Upstate New York weather. I even remember the field having to be plowed so there wouldn’t be snow to interrupt opening day.
The book then twists in the direction of the supernatural. The underlying theme comes from the age old conundrum, if you could go back and change anything in your life, would you?
Here is the blurb I’ve been trying out:
Joe McLean hated his life. He was middle-aged, divorce and living in a small apartment. The only bright spot in his life was cheering on his hometown baseball team. Now, the stadium that was the place of so many childhood and adult baseball memories was being replaced.
Joe desperately wants a piece of this iconic venue to preserve his memories and maybe have some memorabilia from his happier past. That’s when unusual things begin to happen, and Joe begins to rethink the direction his life has taken.
Can Joe take a different path in life? Can he use the special ability that he has acquired to change the course of his life? Will he realize the old adage, you can never go home again, is true?
Follow the twists and turns in the supernatural story, Extra Innings to find out.
I’m going to enroll this book in the Kindle Scout program soon. If you feel inclined in spreading the word once I do so, I will be reaching out. My last book, Blood Match, thanks to the help of this blogging community, was on the hot list for 22 days out of 30 during it’s Kindle Scout run. Although I didn’t receive a publishing contract from Amazon, it did give the book a boost when it was released.
Finally, here is the cover. I’d love your feedback and comments.
I love the cover. I would write the blurb all in present tense as it would have more impact. Just my suggestion.
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Thanks Darlene. I agree. I received your suggestions and I appreciate them.
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Wonderful Don! Congrats!!
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Thanks, Ritu
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Reblogged this on Eric's blog and commented:
Today’s reblog. Don is writes mysteries, which to be honest are really my thing but follow his blog because he such a nice chap. He’s now written a book more my tastes so I’m looking forward to getting my hands on it when it comes out.
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Thanks Eric. I appreciate it.
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Any time, when is the book due out?
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I’m running it through Kindle Scout, so after about 30 days depending on the outcome.
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Good luck with that.
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Well, the Kindle Scout program is not accepting submissions any longer, so I’m straight to releasing the book.
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Do you have a date?
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June 15th. It’s available for pre-order now.
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I’ve pre-ordered mine. Could be the last book I read before I start my annual Harry Potter read, so I could be comparing it to those – no pressure!
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I just re-watched the movies with my 10 year old as we prepared to go to Universal Studios. They did a great job recreating several HP locations. I loved the books.
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Love the cover. That bright blue in the middle really grabs attention. I like the blurb too. Makes you really wonder what kind of power could help in this situation.
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Thanks, Charles. It’s a departure from my crime fiction, but it’s a genre I enjoy reading.
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It’s always fun to branch out.
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This looks like more of my think. Will be getting a copy as soon as it’s out.
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Thanks, Eric.
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Congratulations, Don. I’m looking forward to reading Extra Innings. Great concept and I love the cover.
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Thanks, Gwen.
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Thanks for sharing this, Anna
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Reblogged this on Chris The Story Reading Ape's Blog.
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Thanks for sharing this, Chris.
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Welcome, Don 👍😃
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Looks great Don, love the cover
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Thanks, Toni.
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Reblogged this on DSM Publications and commented:
My new release is a departure from my usual crime fiction. Check out the cover reveal for Extra Innings.
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Thanks for sharing this.
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You’re welcome! 🙂
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Love the cover, Don. I think it speaks directly to the story.
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Thanks, John.
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😀
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Thanks for sharing this.
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You’re very welcome, Don! Have a great weekend!
Hugz on owl wings! @v@ ❤
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You too.
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Love the book cover, Don!! @v@ ❤
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Thanks. I’m very happy with it.
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Awesome! Looking forward to celebrating the release!
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Thanks, Annette.
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I love your cover, Don. I agree with Darlene’s comment about writing the blurb in the active tense instead of the passive. Sounds very interesting.
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Thanks. Already reworking it.
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Thanks for sharing this, Sue.
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My pleasure, Don. Great cover.
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Absolutely love this cover, Don, and the premise, as well. Looking forward to reading it, for sure. 🙂
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Thanks, Marcia.
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Reblogged this on The Write Stuff and commented:
Coming Soon from Don Massenzio: Check out this gorgeous cover and the potential blurb. Way to go, Don! 🙂
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Thanks Marcia. I appreciate the share.
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Congratulations! An awesome cover! Love it! Michael
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Thank you.
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Sounds like a great read, Don! I love paranormal elements in a story, probably because that’s what I write too. Eerie cover, very mysterious!
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Lyn, Thanks so much.
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Love the cover, Don. I’m a big baseball fan, so the title and the cover captured my attention. With the supernatural elements, I’m looking forward to the book! Congrats!
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Thanks Joan.
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Great cover, title and subtitle, Don! 🙂 Sharing…
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Thanks, Bette.
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Congratulations! The cover looks great. I’m happy to spread the word when it comes out.
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Thanks so much.
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Love the cover, Don! I understood the Kindle Scout program had closed? Anyway, wishing you the best of luck!
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Well, I guess I should check that out. My release may be earlier than I thought.
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love the cover and I loved the series on your blog – made my Saturdays while it lasted so looking forward to the book. Well done Don
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Thank you.
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Nice cover Don, wishing you more success this time.
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Thank you.
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Great cover, Don. Your use of color is superb; it really catches the eye. I heard Kindle Scout is closed to new submissions. Hope that isn’t permanent. Congrats on the new book! 🙂
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Thanks Tina. Yes, I confirmed that Kindle Scout is not accepting submissions. Time to work directly toward a release.
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Best of luck, Don. Message me on FB or Twitter if you’d like an interview or feature around the release date ❤️
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I will. Thanks Tina
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Welcome, my friend ❤️
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Great cover, Don. Good luck with the book!
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Thanks.
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Reblogged this on Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life and commented:
Don Massenzio reveals the cover of his upcoming release Extra Innings… a departure from his normal genre.. head over and read more about the book.
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Thanks for sharing this, Sally
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Good luck with the book Don…
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Thanks, Sally.
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Great cover–and blurb, Don. You have definitely enticed me to red!
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Thanks, Jacqui
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An excellent cover, Don. The impact of the blue seat (and number) really reaches out and demands attention. Congratulations! If I was browsing in a book store, this cover would definitely make me pick up the book to explore more.
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Thanks, Mae. That’s encouraging
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Thanks for sharing this, Traci.
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Reblogged this on Musings on Life & Experience and commented:
Don Massenzio’s latest book EXTRA INNINGS.
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Thanks for sharing this.
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