Celebrating 6 Years of Indie Publishing
Happy Book Birthday to Beautiful Demons!!!! It was exactly six years ago today that my very first novel was published. I was excited and so in love with Harper and the story I had created, but I had no idea that Beautiful Demons would resonate with so many people! My first full month, I sold something like 59 copies of that first book, and I was on cloud nine! Someone was reading my book!! Of course, I knew back then that it was mostly friends and family, but I didn’t care. I had done something wild and free by quitting my job as a teacher to become a writer, and on October 29, 2010, I took another huge risk by skipping the then “normal” route to publishing (getting an agent and a traditional publisher) and doing it on my own. That day changed my life forever!!
Six years later, I have written and published around 18 books, with another book coming in just over a week. I have sold over half a million ebooks. Sometimes, it’s all just a little tough to believe! This journey has been incredibly fun, difficult at times, and a learning experience every single day, and I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I am so grateful to each of you for supporting my work, being there when I needed an extra bit of motivation, for hanging in there until the next book was published, and for spreading the word to your friends about my stories. None of this would be possible without you guys, and I hope you know just how much you mean to me!
As a huge thank you, I’d like to run a special giveaway this week. I’ve ordered a limited print run of Beautiful Demons posters. These posters feature the amazing artwork of Raven, the cover artist who recently re-imagined the entire Shadow Demons Saga (and has just signed on to do my next series as well, yay!!!!!). I’m giving away 20 copies of these posters, signed by me. The posters looks just like the book cover, except they will not have the writing on them, only the artwork and my signature. (And will be 11×17 in size) The contest is open Internationally and will run from now until Friday, November 4th. A winner will be announced sometime before 8PM EST on Friday 11/4, and posters will be shipped out sometime in the next 4-6 weeks following the close of the giveaway. To enter, leave a comment here on my blog or on my Facebook page letting me know how you first found my books and what you’re most looking forward to coming up. Good luck, and thank you for always being there for me and continuing to believe in my journey. I love you guys!!!
**P.S. For a chance to win one of 5 bonus posters, join my new Facebook Fan Group – Sarra Cannon’s Coven. I’ll be giving away 5 extra exclusively to members of the Coven!
Congratulations on your anniversary! ❤️ I love your books so much! I found your books while I was really really sick in the beginning of my pregnancy, and I have loved reading the shadow demons series and the sacrifice me series especially.
I could not put the books down, so there was not enough to fill all 9 months of the pregnancy. I am so looking forward to the next book in the shadow demons series! ❤️
Natalie, thank you so much! And congrats, btw! 🙂 I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed the books. I hope you enjoy Beyond The Darkness as well. I’m not quite ready to give a release date, but make sure you’re subscribed to my newsletter and following me on Facebook as dates will be released there first. Thank you, again! 🙂
Sarra,
I am amazed by your books. Each one I’ve read has been a page turner. I mean, it’s insanely hard to pull myself away from reading your stories.
Happy anniversary to the Beautiful Demons series. I have laughed and cried with Harper and Jackson- this has been my all time favorite series.
I came across the Beautiful Demons series through Amazon on the kindle. I was poking around looking for books when I came across yours. I selected it, and it took off like wildfire. I couldn’t put it down!
You are an amazing author and have gained a forever fan in me. You write stories with characters that are very relatable, and I just can’t wait to see what comes next!
I think I speak for all fans when I say thank you for sharing your work with us all and letting us be a part of your world.
Thank you Sarra and congrats on the anniversary!
Thank you, Amanda! I’m so glad you can relate to the stories….and so happy to hear that you’re a forever fan! WOW! Thanks for reading and for the kind words! 🙂
I love you books I have read them all, I don’t want to write the same thing I did on Facebook but your books your writing have always allowed me to escape inside the book be the characters be where they are and that is something I look for in a writer. I have a very stressful life, job and reading is my way to leave all that aside for awhile so thank you
Kim, I’m SO GLAD! Comments like this mean so much. I’m glad the books can provide an escape for you! Thank you! 🙂
Yay!! Happy book anniversary!! I just LOVE the shadow demons saga SO MUCH I can’t even begin to describe it. The funny thing is I just randomly came upon the set of the first three books in the series free and downloaded it (Ebooks) and one day I was bored and decided to start reading it to see if it was interesting. Man, that was one of the best decisions of my life. I love your books so much because they have so many plot twists and they’re suspenseful the whole time so you never wanna stop reading (which led to many sleepless nights and dozing off during the day ). I read your books every chance I got, seriously. And I am SOOOO FREAKING EXCITED FOR BOOK 9 TO COME OUT!!! And I’m not pressuring you or anything I know writing is an art. I would wait till the end of time for your books, gaahh I can’t say how much I love them so many times. I also love the Sacrifice Me series too! 😀 I am so thankful to the universe that I found you because you are an AMAZING writer, you are my favorite author and forever will be. Keep making awesome content and being you because you are spectacular at what you do.
Thank you, Veronica! I’m SO GLAD you started reading! Your patience means SO MUCH, too! I’m not quite ready to give a release date for book #9, but make sure you’re subscribed to my newsletter and following me on Facebook as dates will be released there first. This comment means so much. Thank you, again! 🙂
I found Beautiful Demons for free on Kobo. Can’t wait to see how it ends and see what other books you have been writing!!
Oh, awesome, Sonja! I have my books listed here on my website if you want to check them out. I’m so glad you’ve been reading! Thank you for commenting! 🙂
Happy Anniversary!! I have read all of the books you have available and cannot wait for new ones to come out! I was looking for something good to read, but didn’t know exactly what I was looking for, since I read everyday and was getting bored with the same old stuff! I knew I wanted a series, rather than just one book, and stumbled upon Shadow Demons. Once I started reading, I couldn’t stop! I was so sad when I read the last book, because I felt like Harper had “unfriended” me! 🙂 I wanted to know more about their lives and what happens next! So, I started reading another of your series, then another and kept on going until I have read them all! But, I am excited to know there is another book being released next week…. just in time for my birthday! I especially like when you mention characters from other series in your books, (i.e. Harper or reference Peachville and the events that unfolded) Even though I work for the world’s largest printer, I thoroughly enjoy the e-books. But, if you change your mind and want to see your books in print, just let me know! Also, I believe we live in the same city and we would love to meet you!
How awesome, Jean! I’m so glad you’re reading! I’m not quite ready to give a release date on the next Beyond The Darkness book, but be sure to subscribe to my newsletter, if you haven’t yet, and follow me on Facebook. I’ll have release dates there first. Thank you SO MUCH for your sweet comment!
Happy anniversary Shadow Demon Saga!
Harper’s strength and courage is such an inspiration to me,she has faced so many tragedies and yet her love for those who mean the most to her never waivers! She has a truly beautiful soul.
I cannot wait for Jackson and Harper’s happily ever after, Lord knows they deserve it,everyone one of the Brighton Manor family does.
When will the next book after Forgotten Darkness be out?
I would absolutely love to have a Shadow Demons Saga poster!
Once I am done with the Shadow Demon Saga I am definitely checking out your other books!
Awe! Thank you, Shaanice! I’m so glad you love Harper and that she’s inspired you. They really do deserve happiness! 🙂 I’m hoping Beyond The Darkness will be out soon, but I’m not quite ready to give a release date. Just make sure to subscribe to my newsletter and follow me on Facebook as dates will be released there first. Thank you for reading!
Hi sarra , I found your books when I was ill. Im so glad I did as Jackson and Harper feel like family to me now, these books help me go into my own little world and just enjoy being there. Im so excited for your next book I check regularly for any updates and cannot wait to buy it. Thank you for such an amazing series my life won’t be the same without them but they will definitely be read again and again.
Awe! Thank you, Jemma! I’m so glad they’ve helped you escape! I’m so sorry you were ill and hope you’re feeling lots better! 🙂
Hi Sarra, congratulations on being a successful indie publisher! I first found Beautiful Demons on my Kindle when I searched up free books. I do that quite often to see if there are any new books/ series that catch my eye. Once I read Beautiful Demons, I had to have the rest of the series! I have read all of the Shadow Demons Saga books so far and cannot wait for the next one! I am most looking forward to what will happen when Harper and company finally encounter the mysterious High Priestess! I also LOVE the Demon realm and want to read more about that!
Congratulations again… you are a great author and I admire you for following your passion!!
Thank you, Brandi! SO MUCH! It means so much to hear that. I hope you enjoy the next book! 🙂
Hi Sarra!
I started reading Beautiful Demons on a summer vacation and finished the whole series within a few months. I can’t wait for the next book. I’m currently re reading the series and can’t put it down, again!
I’m so glad, Hope! I hope you love the next one, too! 🙂