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My First Book Launch | KIDNAPPED Entanglement

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It wasn’t the story I planned to release first, it wasn’t the quick and easy ride that I had imagined, and the launch event wasn’t what I had planned. As I said in my launch day speech, nothing about this book was easy.

Putting aside the teething of self publishing (I’ll put up another post on that later), the launch itself was riddled with complications and last minute changes. Partly due to Covid (rude!) and partly because of deadline pushbacks and my own silliness. So, first I’ll share the things that were drama central (they’re usually the most interesting anyway)

  • Venue change 1 month out (my own fault mixed with book delays)
  • Covid restrictions (Covids fault)
  • Not enough setup time (life’s fault)
  • Music device failed (technologies fault)
  • Book wasn’t uploaded onto ANY platform besides my personal website (okay, a little my fault – and the book delays fault)
  • The audiobook was also not ready (moneys fault – I didn’t have enough)
  • Not as many people as I wanted/expected could actually come
  • Packing everything up was exhausting!
  • Stuff that was so small that I can’t even remember properly – like forgetting to get a raffle app on my phone ready to choose the VIP winner (again, technology – and a little my fault)

You’ll notice that I added who I believed was at fault for each delay, but in reality – that’s life! An event always has delays and changes and unforeseen issues. It’s all part of the deal – so take those lightly.

In spite of those issues, and not a huge sale volume, this launch was actually an amazing experience… and here’s why:

  • My book is finally published!
  • People realised that it’s a proper length book and not a novella
  • The decorations looked amazing
  • Our venue was incredible
  • The food was phenomenal (despite the last minute panic!)
  • I got to sign my books for people IRL
  • I made a speech and did a dramatic reading (something I love to do)
  • I got the celebrate with people who really care about me!
  • Passer-by’s came and asked about the book (with one lady walking away with a copy!)
  • I had fun (once the busy work was done)

As an ‘assisted self published‘ author, I now have copies of my book in my car (how cliche haha) and ready to fill orders on my site. I also arranged for the book to go on Amazon and waiting to hear back from some others. I am proud of the book I created, and the launch that introduced it to the world.

If you wanted to hear my speech, it’s up on YouTube (and here’s the link!)

See You in The Adventures!
Christy Grace

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Kidnapped Entanglement | Book Trailer

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Screams echoed in the street…. 

Jaz Lewis watches as a woman is being kidnapped, and decides that she can’t stand by any longer. As she goes to help, she gets pulled into the kidnapping of heiress Megan Campbell, and taken along. Now, the only chance at survival, is to escape.

When Aaron Campbell finds out that his wife has been taken, he searches to find answers. When the kidnappers give him 48 hours to hand over what they want, his only choice is to enlist the help of Detective Tony Lewis – Jaz’s father.

 

Enjoy the book trailer? Get all the info for when the book drops here>>> NEWSLETTER

My book is SO CLOSE to being released!

I can’t wait to finally share this story with the world. So, because I can’t wait – here’s a book trailer to let YOU know what the feel of the story will be about.

Kidnapped Entanglement a thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat as you root for escapes, treasure hunting (sort of), and bonds to form.

If you want to get a copy to read and review, I’ll send you the book at a HUGE discount, just for letting the world know what you think! PLUS, with every copy sold, 10% is donated to A21 to help in the fight to END HUMAN SLAVERY!

If that’s you, send me through an email below:

cg.scarletpen@gmail.com 

Otherwise, I’ll be updating on the final steps, the book launch, and more on all my socials so head to those as well.

See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace

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Billion Dollar Industry | FACTS on Trafficking

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Human Trafficking is recruitment, control and use of people for their bodies and labor. People all over the world, are being bought and sold against their will. Through force, fraud and coercion criminals are able to get rich at the expense of a human life.

That’s happening right now, in the 21st century! There are MILLIONS of slaves in the world today. That’s more than ever before in human history, but we don’t hear much about it. Unfortunately, only 1% of human trafficking victims are rescued, and 99% of people who are enslaved right now, will NEVER be free. Unless we do something.

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Trafficking is a 150 billion dollar industry. It’s the fastest growing criminal industry in the world. Trafficking includes sex trafficking, forced labor, bonded labor, involuntarily domestic servitude, and child soldiers.

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Victims are trafficked is various methods. Methods like false job ads, by family members or a friend, abductions, and false immigration.

Here are some SIGNS to look out for:

  • Controlled by another person
  • There are physical abuse signs
  • Controlled movements
  • There’s a lack of earnings
  • Substance abuse
  • A lack of trust
  • They are unfamiliar with the language
  • They have a lack of personal belongings
  • Signs of dependence
  • They seem overly fearful, depressed and have submissive behaviour
  • They’re in bad health and/or malnutrition
  • A false job offer
  • Feelings of being trapped
  • There’s a lack of official documentation
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If you suspect it REPORT IT. We can abolish slavery everywhere by speaking up for those who can’t!

See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace

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A21 Partnership & Summit | A CGSP Facebook Live

Today, I’m going LIVE on Facebook once again. This one’s special! I’m sharing more about my partnership with A21, in the fight against human trafficking and modern day slavery.
There are some amazing things happening, and I’m just one cog in the wheel! 

I announced yesterday that 10% of the profits for my upcoming novel KIDNAPPED ENTANGLEMENT will be donated to A21 in their fight to abolish human trafficking. That’s not all I want to do. I can do more, and so can you – we all can! We can stand up for people who dont’ have a voice. That’s what I’m doing in the latest CGSP Facebook Live! 

I’ll make sure you know EVERYTHING that you need to. All about the A21 Global Freedom Summit, and how I’m contributing! If you want to skip ahead of my FB live, and find out how YOU can also get involved in the Summit! Head to the A21 website >>>here and you can start your own journey in making a difference in someone’s life!

I’m so happy to be involved, not only when my book is released, but right now!

It’s going to be an amazing LIVE, so I hope that you’ll be ready for another Coffee Catch Up With Christy (In Quarantine Edition). We’re starting at 3pm (Australian EST), and I can’t wait to see you there!

For the LIVE you can head to the CGSP Facebook page >>>Here but if you can’t get there at 3pm, I’ll be posting a HIGHLIGHTS video on my CGSP Youtube next week!

See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace

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Partnering with A21 | KIDNAPPED ENTANGLEMENT

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I’m doing something special!

I have a very blessed life, with a good family, home and food on the table. Not everyone is as blessed as I am. As an author, I’ve decided to partner with the anti-human trafficking organisation – A21. Together, we’re going to fight against this huge injustice.

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My book KIDNAPPED ENTANGLEMENT touches on this social justice issue. I wanted to shine a light on the real modern day slavery that still exists. We can – and should – stand up for those without a voice.

I’m doing my part, by giving 10% of every copy of KIDNAPPED ENTANGLEMENT sold, to A21 to help them in the fight! When my book comes out, you can read an exciting story of adventure AND contribute to the cause! 

Did you Know:

There are millions of slaves currently in the world today. Human trafficking is a 150 BILLION dollar industry and includes sex trafficking, forced and bonded labor, involuntary domestic servitude, and child soldiers. It doesn’t have to be this way! We can stand in the gap and recover, rehabilitate and reeducate victims.

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If you want to be involved there are so many ways. You can donate your time, money or voice in so many ways:

FUNDRAISE
HOST THE SUMMIT
FREEDOM CATALOG
BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP

A21 are also doing something incredible with the Global Freedom Summit and I am going to be hosting a watch party! More info on that coming soon – and on my Facebook Live on Saturday 3pm (Australian EST) I will share more about it also!

Stay tuned for all the information about the A21 Summit, and my amazing partnership with them in the fight to abolish slavery/human trafficking.

See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace

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The KIDNAPPED ENTANGLEMENT Playlist Revealed

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Coffee today, is where I recap the INCREDIBLE music competition that CGSP ran recently.  The talent was Amazing – and I can’t wait to share…

The highlight video where I went through them all (with a bit more insight into what that means for the story) is below:

If you want a snapshot – here it is too!!! 

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The HONOURABLE MENTION considerations are also here:

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Otherwise, you can check out the full videos on the CGSP FACEBOOK PAGE

See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace

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Meet My Characters (PART ONE) | CGSP PODCAST

I wanted to introduce YOU to the major players in my first book – Kidnapped Entanglement. The latest podcast episode which was released, gives you information about Jaz, Megan, S, W and J.

Who are they? What part do they have in the story?

You’ll have to check out the podcast episode

>>> here

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I hope PART 1 of the Character Intros have left you wanting more, because next time, I’ll be sharing the second half.

See You in the Adventures!
Christy Grace