Cover Reveal: Food for Poe by Mae Clair #Paranormal #Christmas #Romance

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Mae Clair

It’s October and I should be thinking about pumpkins, restless spirits, and things-that-go-bump in the night. I’ve got a Halloween mystery out right now with MYTH AND MAGIC, so that counts, right?

But as much as I enjoy Halloween, I adore Christmas far more. Without question, it’s my favorite holiday. That’s why I’m excited to be releasing a holiday novella in November. If you’ve visited my blog before, you’ve heard me talk about FOOD FOR POE, a Christmas romance with a paranormal twist and smidgen of horror.

And a cat. Did I mention it has a black cat? 🙂

Because this is an indie release, and because I’m quasi-versed in graphic design, I put the cover together. After scouring stock photography sites, I found models who were a good match for my characters, Breck Lansing and Quinn Easterly–and, of course, I had to find a charming black cat for Poe.

What do you think?

Blurb:

When a blizzard strands Quinn Easterly at a handsome stranger’s house on Christmas Eve, she doesn’t realize her newly adopted cat, Poe, is the catalyst responsible for bringing them together.

Breck Lansing gave up on relationships after his wife, unable to cope with their daughter’s illness, left him. But the pretty blonde he rescues from a snowstorm has him rethinking his stance—especially when Quinn’s arrival coincides with a dramatic change in Sophie’s health.

Unfortunately, that change also attracts something only whispered about in folklore. Together, Quinn and Breck must defeat a sinister creature intent on claiming the ultimate payment.

Warning: A clever black cat, Christmas magic and paranormal trouble

~ooOOoo~

Poe’s release should fall somewhere in mid November. DH and I are taking a vacation to the tropics the beginning of the month (you’ll notice me missing) and I plan to publish the story when we return. After a week of tropical waters, sandy beaches, sun, and fun, I’ll be ready to focus on writing and publishing.

Now I just have to start planning promo. 🙂

In the meantime, I’m happy to say you can add FOOD FOR POE to your Goodreads list by clicking here.

I am such a sap when it comes to animals, especially cats. If there was any doubt, take a look at the closet door and entrance door to my office/den. There’s another/different guy outside, too 🙂

29 thoughts on “Cover Reveal: Food for Poe by Mae Clair #Paranormal #Christmas #Romance”

mihrank on October 13, 2015 at 2:04 AM said:

beautiful and classical!

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 12:54 PM said:
  
  Thank you, Mino! 🙂
  
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carmens007 on October 13, 2015 at 5:04 AM said:

I love all – cover, story, as far as I read in the blurb, and the cat(s). I already added it to my list.
Have a lovely vacation with DH!
PS I sent you email regarding promo

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 12:56 PM said:
  
  Thanks for all of that, Carmen, including the promo link. I will be sure to check it out. I’m looking forward to the vacation just to unwind and relax. A few more weeks to go, and then when I come back…Poe! 🙂 Glad you liked my cats 🙂
  
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Sue Coletta on October 13, 2015 at 5:18 AM said:

I’m with Carmen. Love the cover, blurb, and the cats. Have fun in the tropics! I’m adding to my GR now.

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 12:58 PM said:
  
  Thanks for the add, Sue! And I’m glad you like my “Poe showcase.” I suffer from OCD…. obsessive cat disorder 🙂
  
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coldhandboyack on October 13, 2015 at 7:26 AM said:

I’ll volunteer for promotional purposes. You’re always welcome at my place.

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 1:00 PM said:
  
  Thanks so much, Craig and I will take you up on that 🙂 I know you’re in the middle of a blog tour, so we can figure out the details when everything quiets down for you. I hope Will O’ the Wisp is finding new fans. It’s an ideal read for Halloween.
  
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  - coldhandboyack on October 13, 2015 at 1:04 PM said:
    
    It will play right into your schedule. My stuff will slow down in about ten days, and stop by the end of the month. Gives you all of November to lead into Christmas.
    
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  - Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 1:07 PM said:
    
    That sounds ideal…especially with my trip coming up. We can both refocus in November, and I’ll throw something together for the Ho-Ho-Ho season! 🙂
    
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Lauralynn Elliott on October 13, 2015 at 9:01 AM said:

I can’t wait to read this! I love Christmas, too. And I LOVE cats. I have a black cat of my own named Oz. (And his tabby sister, Willow.) This story has all kinds of elements that I love. 🙂

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 1:01 PM said:
  
  Oo, you must say hello to Oz and Willow for me 🙂 My last cat was a black male (Onyx) and I kept picturing him when I wrote Poe. So glad you’re looking forward to the read, Lauralynn!
  
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Flossie Benton Rogers on October 13, 2015 at 9:46 AM said:

Fine job on the cover and getting out a holiday novella! WTG, Mae. You can’t go wrong with a cat story.

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 1:03 PM said:
  
  So glad you think so, Flossie. And you must give Marigold a hug for me. Hopefully, by next Christmas I’ll have a feline companion of my own 🙂
  
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GemmaBrocato on October 13, 2015 at 10:31 AM said:

Oh- I’m looking forward to this one. I love your stories and I love Christmas, so it’s a perfect match.

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 1:03 PM said:
  
  Hi, Gemma. Great to see you here! And I’m delighted to know you’re looking forward to Poe’s story. 🙂
  
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stanalei15 on October 13, 2015 at 1:47 PM said:

I LOVE this cover!!! Looking forward to getting my mitts on it!

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 7:07 PM said:
  
  Wonderful to hear! Thanks so ,unchanged, Stanalei!
  
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dkachmar on October 13, 2015 at 3:40 PM said:

can’t wait to read this one!

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- Mae Clair on October 13, 2015 at 7:08 PM said:
  
  Yay! I’m delighted you’re looking forward to it! 😃
  
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Daisy Banks on October 14, 2015 at 1:46 AM said:

Gorgeous new cover and the story looks lovely. I’ll look forward to the new book comming out.

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- Mae Clair on October 16, 2015 at 10:19 AM said:
  
  Thanks, Daisy. I wanted to put something out for the holiday season and enjoyed including “Christmas magic” in this one!
  
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sherry fundin (@sherryfundin) on October 14, 2015 at 10:22 AM said:

I am a dog person, but those kitties above your door…I love it. 🙂

sherry @ fundinmental

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- Mae Clair on October 16, 2015 at 10:20 AM said:
  
  Thanks, Sherry. I grew up with both dogs and cats, but am pretty much gone on cats. When I saw the kitty door guards, I knew I had to have them! 🙂
  
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Emma on October 15, 2015 at 6:26 PM said:

Sounds like a fun read. I’ll definitely be settling down with my Kindle and a cup of tea with your story during the Christmas break.
And I’m looking forward to meeting Poe. Great job on the cover, Mae.

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- Mae Clair on October 16, 2015 at 10:21 AM said:
  
  Thank you, Emma. It took me a while with this cover, but I’m pleased with the way it turned out. And I positively adored Poe. I hope you enjoy his tale! 🙂
  
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Kev on October 17, 2015 at 9:44 AM said:

You got black kitty kats and didn’t tell me! 😀 … Love ’em!

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- Mae Clair on October 17, 2015 at 2:18 PM said:
  
  🙂 Aren’t they great? I am such a helpless cat fanatic!
  
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  - Kev on October 18, 2015 at 5:03 AM said:
    
    That’s good to hear… I’m sure Aragorn and Rico would greatly approve. 😉
    
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