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For the last week I’ve been wondering out loud (and on Facebook) what is going on in the iBookstore when it comes to my novella, ALL’S FAIR IN LOVE & SEDUCTION. That’s because it’s had a really really big surge in terms of free downloads. But you know, I wasn’t going to look at gift horse in the mouth. Whatever is going on out there, I’m humbly grateful.

Well something even better happened because (I believe) of that free download surge. What? My other books in the iBookstore started doing better. And today AN HEIR OF DECEPTION and ALL’S FAIR IN LOVE & SEDUCTION both hit #1 in their respective categories (paid, unpaid)!!!! And look, I have proof:

Now this is a big deal to me because the novella hasn’t been #1 since almost a year ago and AN HEIR hasn’t been #1 since back in May. This is an enormous and welcome surprise so we totally have to celebrate.

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By Fun Stuff, Giveaways, self-publishing82 Comments on Giveaway: OMG!!!

82 Replies to “Giveaway: OMG!!!”

  2. It makes sense that once they like your free book, they will be a fan and buy all the paid books. It is what happened to me and how I fell in love with your series.

  6. As I have told you before, the same thing happened with me. After the free book I went and bought all the others. I am very excited for you! I tell everyone I meet (who reads romance books) about your books, because I loved them so much I want others to know about them. Thanks for sharing your good news by doing a giveaway.

  7. What wonderful, well-deserved news. You beat Eloisa James and Julie Anne Long with their new releases. You rock, Bev! If I were you, I would frame that screen shot and post it by my computer.

  8. that’s how i got hooked on your series … free book first then go back and get the others to fill in the gaps! 🙂 they were all great!

  11. thats because people like me of course want free and from there you get alot of good authors with other books that are fairly priced and start a buying frenzy! oh yeah and YOU ROCK! LOL

  14. Congrats! Your books are always great. I think that if a reader tries a free or low-cost ebook and enjoys it they are very likely going to buy other books by that author. It’s a win for both the reader and the author.

  17. Congratulations!! I’ve found many great authors by reading one of their books for free or reduced-price first. That’s great news 🙂

    Julie K

  20. Congratulations on your well deserved success!!! I have gotten several free kindle books and liked them so much that i’ve purchased other books by that author. That’s a great way to boost sells!

  26. Giving away a book free will bring in new readers who will then pay once the discover they like your writing style. I’ve seen it happen over and over. I’m glad it’s finally happening to you. Congratulations!

  31. Seems to me that some lucky new people are discovering these good books. I know I always love it when a free book turns me on to a great author. Congrats!!

  32. Beverly ever since I read your first book in that series I was hooked! Through your books, I have seen you grow as a writer and now a full time writer. The fact that two of your books are number one is of no surprise. I am very proud of you and wish you even more success with your future books. Personally, I can’t wait to read them! A well deserved Congratulations!

  34. Anyone that has not read your books, doesn’t know what they are missing. They are all great. You deserve being on the top of the lists.

  35. Congrats, Bev! I have read your entire series of books, and loved them all. The awards are very well deserved. Way to go!

  37. That is an amazing accomplishment, congratulations. Your books are so good it shouldn’t be a surprise.

  38. Oh Bev, I couldn’t be happier for you! All of us here have been along for your journey, so we share your excitement! Congrats on the well-deserved success!

  39. I believe it! I have both on my kindle now. I have read one and can’t wait to read the other.

  43. I don’t understand why you’re so surprised Beverley, you’re writing is phenomenal! Congratulations on being #1 again. 🙂

  45. Big congrats!!!!! And totally deserved. Maybe apple send out an email with recommends to it’s readers. I’ve gotten a couple of emails from them lately about products.

  47. That’s great! I’m very happy for you. I have also gotten a free book and then purchased other books by that author. 🙂

  49. Yay Bev!!! That is so exciting! And I loved an Heir of Deception, so glad others are discovering it as well!!!

  51. So happy for you Bev. You are an extremely, talented writer. I wish you only the best and keep on writing.

  54. Happy congratulations, Beverley! What an incredible milestone to be celebrating! Yippee!! And hip, hip, hooray!

  56. That’s great news for you. It’s the long tail in action. You never know when those sales are suddenly going to pop.

  58. Great to hear how the freebie worked for increased sales, Bev. Online readers often recommend older books they liked to others, which then makes one look for more of their books.

  64. Congratulations… not surprising though. Really…your books are great. And having a free book is a great way to pull someone in. If I get a free read and fall in love with the author I will buy everything they publish.

    So happy and excited for you and how well you’re doing.

  72. That’s great, and it makes total sense that once people try a good author, they’ll want to read more!

  74. Congratulations on those numbers! So happy to see one of my favorites author reach the #1 spot for sales & freebie DLs for 2 books. Quite an honor.

  76. Shows it pays to give freebies! Congratulations! Hope your books stay #1 for many weeks to come.

  77. Congrats Beverley, that’s so awesome! Hope they stay up there for a very long time, you deserve it.

  79. Congrats! I love checking our freebies and sharing them with my friends – have found many great authors this way!

  82. Congrats! I wish you all the best in future endeavors and thank you for sharing the wealth of your success!

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