Happy 1 year anniversary for the release of How a Star Falls by Amber Stokes!!!! Amber is celebrating the release with a NEW cover and a giveaway with 3 lovely prizes!
I’m so glad to share this info with you all today. Amber has braved the self-publishing journey a few times now, and I’m very happy to see her success — it is well-deserved. Before we hear from Amber, you can check out my thoughts on How a Star Falls in my review and interview post here.
A Note from the Author
A year ago today (November 18th), my little star story, How a Star Falls, landed on Amazon. I’m thrilled to celebrate the anniversary of its release with you by introducing a brand-new cover (where the hero, Derrick, makes an appearance) and sharing a fun giveaway with prizes from some of my favorite Etsy shops!
If you journeyed with Derrick and Brielle when their story first released, thank you for allowing them into your heart. And if this will be your first time meeting them, I hope you’ll be encouraged by their story and reminded of the hope of Psalm 138:8: “The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me.”
Blessings through life’s seasons!
~Amber
This new cover is so adorable!
About the Book
Sweet New Adult Contemporary Romance Novella
How does a star fall?
Quickly. Completely. Unexpectedly.
Derrick Knolane escapes to Trinidad Head most evenings, avoiding his apartment and planning for the day he’ll break free of Humboldt County. Working in a music store might be fine for a while, but it’s far from the goal he had in mind when he got his college degree. Not to mention the fact that his roommate is a jerk and his family won’t stop trying to run his life.
Then Brielle falls into his world.
She claims to be a star. Not from Hollywood, but from heaven. He thinks she’s crazy. Certainly delusional. Yet, he can’t just leave her alone on the cliffs. So he takes her home.
And his whole world falls apart.
A heartfelt and fanciful contemporary romance novella, How a Star Falls explores the uncertain season of new adulthood and shows that sometimes the worst inconveniences make for the best miracles of all.
This novella is available in the following formats:
2-hour unabridged audiobook ($6.95)
Paperback ($6.99)
Kindle ebook ($.99)
Author Bio
Amber Stokes works as a marketing content writer for a Christian publisher. On the side, she self-publishes inspirational fiction depicting the seasons of life and love. Her passion for books compelled her to earn a bachelor’s degree in English and run her own freelance editing and publicity business for over a year. Happily, this chapter of her career takes place in the Pacific Northwest—a part of the world she’s always considered home.
You can learn more about Amber’s books, sign up for her author newsletter, join the Amber’s Gems street team, and more at www.SeasonsofaStory.blogspot.com.
Cover Designer Bio
Lena Goldfinch writes inspirational historical romance and books for teens. She’s always been a sucker for a good old-fashioned romance, whether it’s a novel or short story, young adult or adult, fantasy or realistic, contemporary or historical. Lena has been a finalist in several national writing contests, including the RWA Golden Heart and ACFW Genesis contests. She enjoys life in a quiet small town with her husband, two kids, and two very spoiled black Labs.
Visit Lena at www.LenaGoldfinch.com.
Giveaway!
Fill out the form below to enter to win one of three prizes from some of the author’s favorite Etsy shops! The prizes are…
- Sparkle Green and Red Christmas Earrings from Baubles, Beads and Stuff
- Silver Compass Crystal Charm Necklace from Jaye L. Knight
- Santa Bunyan Note Cards (Set of 3) from Cindy Lindgren
Why these prizes? The earrings include stars, which fit this occasion for obvious reasons. 😉 The compass is a reference to a song mentioned in the story: “If My Heart Was a House” by Owl City (you can listen HERE). And the cards are a little teaser for my next contemporary romance, Where Trains Collide. (Let’s just say the hero’s nickname is Paul Bunyan. Can you guess the heroine’s nickname?)
Note: Giveaway is open to US residents only due to shipping costs.
The Green Mockingbird 
It was inconvenient to be on an adoption waiting list for over a year, but when we received our daughter it was such a blessing and in God’s perfect timing.
What a beautiful example of an inconvenience turning into a blessing! Thank you for sharing, Heidi – and many blessings to you and yours!
I agree completely with Amber! What an awesome example. Thank you for visiting and good luck in the giveaways!
This new cover is delightful (as are all of Amber’s sweet covers!). Cannot wait to see what comes of her Indie journey; like you say, Courtney, Amber’s successes are well deserved. 🙂
You and Courtney are too sweet! Thank you for your thoughtfulness and encouragement. You guys are the best #BookBesties a girl could ask for! 😀
So well-deserved! On a side note, ya’ll are just awesome. #bookbesties
Courtney, thank you so much for always being so enthusiastically supportive! It means the world to me. ♥ Really appreciate this post, friend! And I’m so happy to know you like the new cover!
~Amber
Amber! You’re so welcome! It’s a privilege to be a part of your writing journey. (Excuse me while I get all sentimental)