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    What is an Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) And Why It Matters For Book Launches

    Plus: A Behind the Scenes Look at Sending ARCs for My YA Fantasy Novel, Inkbound Inheritance Welcome back to my cozy…

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    Writing As A New Mom & Book Publishing Updates

    Follow K.T. Jay’s journey through writing and publishing her book while navigating motherhood.

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    How to Create a Writing System – 5 Tips for Your First Draft

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    February Novel Update: Perfecting My Manuscript

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    From 9-to-5 to Fantasy: My Leap into Authorship

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Meet K.T. Jay, a SoCal native who weaves enchanting YA fantasies while finding inspiration in tea, cozy fires, and adventures near and far. 📚✨

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Today, I’d like to introduce you to Milo, one of t Today, I’d like to introduce you to Milo, one of the characters in my series, The Inkbound Chronicles! ✨ Wise and reclusive, Milo is the famed, powerful wizard of Domhania. A thoughtful person, he is slow to speak and uses his intellect to draw conclusions about the people around him. He is patient, knowledgeable, and is always there to offer an insightful comment when needed. He has a graceful nature about him that suggests he may have been through many learning experiences. If you’re a fan of Dumbledore or Remus Lupin from Harry Potter, or Gandalf from The Lord of the Rings, you might love Milo 🧙🏽‍♂️ ✨ Milo is: • Quiet and reclusive • Graceful and thoughtful • A patient, knowledgeable mentor When Liam enters Domhania, he enlists the help of the Stream Side Kids to find his way back home and save his cousin, Aubry, from evil wizard Conroy. Their suggestion? Find Milo. When Liam and the Stream Side Kids find Milo in his remarkable castle in the White Mountains, they quickly learn just how powerful a wizard he is. At Liam’s request, Milo decides to take him under his wing and teach him how to harness his newfound powers to take down Conroy. A naturally caring person, Milo quickly steps into a father figure role to help guide Liam home. However, Liam gets a sense that Milo’s past is more complicated than he lets on. What secrets are Milo hiding? And are they big enough to break the tentative trust built between the two? Milo used to once believe in using good magic to triumph over evil. However, opposition he faced in his past left him jaded. Until Liam knocks on his door… 🚪 Meet Milo in Inkbound Inheritance, Book 1 of The Inkbound Chronicles, and discover what stakes this sage, prudent, and insightful character has in Domhania’s path towards peace. 🍃 Who is your favorite mentor type character? Let me know in the comments below 😊👇🏽 — #InkboundInheritance #yafantasy #authorsofinstagram #bookstagram #debutnovel
Happy Friday everyone! 🎉 I thought I’d switch it u Happy Friday everyone! 🎉 I thought I’d switch it up with a mini Domhania themed word search to give your brain a little teaser before the weekend 😉 How fast can you find: • wizard 🧙🏽‍♂️ • arrow 🏹 • fairy 🧚 • wipen 👀 • nymph 🧜🏼‍♀️ • witmus 🧪 Let me know how you did in the comments! ☺️ — #InkboundInheritance #yafantasy #authorsofinstagram #bookstagram #debutnovel
Today, I’d like to introduce you to Juniper, one o Today, I’d like to introduce you to Juniper, one of the characters in my series, The Inkbound Chronicles! ✨ Fiery and headstrong, Juniper is little sister to Sly and a skilled member of the orphaned group known as the Stream Side Kids. Resilient, clever, and strategic, she is an excellent warrior, with or without her signature bow and arrow 🏹 Juniper has very strong convictions and always questions the world around her. She’s one who isn’t afraid to change the status quo. In fact, she’s always the first one to challenge it. If you’re a fan of Annabeth Chase from Percy Jackson, Katniss Everdeen from the Hunger Games, or Nakia from Black Panther, you might love Juniper 🍂 🏹 Juniper is: • Headstrong and intelligent • Fiery and unapologetic • Excellent with a bow and arrow When Liam enters Domhania, the Stream Side Kids don’t know what to think. Is this someone Juniper could trust and let into her fiercely protected group? Eventually, the Stream Side Kids lead Liam on his quest to rescue his cousin, Aubry, and find the fabled wizard Milo, who may be the only one powerful enough to help them defeat evil wizard Conroy. At every point in their journey, Juniper is always there to challenge Liam and push him to deal with his turbulent emotions. Is her prodding an indication of her trust? Meet Juniper in Inkbound Inheritance, Book 1 of The Inkbound Chronicles, and discover why this brave, resilient, and strong-willed character is someone you can’t help but root for 📖 While following Juniper in Domhania, was she someone you found similarities with? 🏹🪾🍂 Let me know in the comments! 😊 — #InkboundInheritance #yafantasy #authorsofinstagram #bookstagram #debutnovel
Ever wondered what Domhania looks like off the pag Ever wondered what Domhania looks like off the page? Here are some aesthetic, inspirational pictures to help you visualize this magical realm 🌲🪾🍂 🗡️ Let me know below, was this the Domhania you saw in your head while you read? 🤩 #InkboundInheritance #yafantasy #bookstagram #reel #elementalmagic
⚔️ Today, I’d like to introduce you to Sly, one of ⚔️ Today, I’d like to introduce you to Sly, one of the characters in my series, The Inkbound Chronicles! ✨ Brave and loyal, Sly is the leader of a group of orphaned children known as the Stream Side Kids. He takes his role as their protector very seriously. He’s their leader, strategist, and swordsman… and he’s very good at all three. He’s strong, steadfast and always calm under pressure. He is quick to joke if it means cheering up his friends, and quick to flirt if it means frazzling Liam’s cousin, Aubry. 😏 If you’re a fan of Cedric Diggory from Harry Potter, Westley from The Princess Bride, and Lando Calrissian from Solo, you might just love Sly 👀 ⚔️ Sly is: • Smart and strategic • Suave and charming • Sharp and observant • And maybe just a little too aware of how good he is 😉 When Liam suddenly drops into Domhania, Sly is skeptical about his intentions. Who is this strange boy, and can he really be trusted? Eventually, Sly leads Liam on a quest to rescue his cousin, Aubry, and find the fabled wizard Milo, who may be the only one powerful enough to help them defeat evil wizard Conroy. With his strategic mind, quick wit, and impressive sword skills, Sly is exactly the kind of person you want on your side when things go wrong. Meet Sly in Inkbound Inheritance, Book 1 of The Inkbound Chronicles, and discover why this confident, charming swordsman has become one of my favorite characters. ⚔️📖 If you were in Domhania, would you follow Sly? 🗡️🏹⚔️ Let me know in the comments! 😊 — #InkboundInheritance #yafantasy #authorsofinstagram #bookstagram
My cup is full. Literally ☕️🫖 Spent the loveliest My cup is full. Literally ☕️🫖 Spent the loveliest afternoon with my writing group: a full tea-party spread, scones still warm, and the kind of conversation that reminds me why I do this. These women have read my messiest drafts and cheered the loudest at every milestone. I wouldn't be an author without them 💛 And of course we ended the day at @thereadingnookstore, because writers cannot walk past a bookstore. Monique, the owner, is the absolute sweetest — we love supporting small businesses like hers. Find your people, friends. Who's in your corner? #writingcommunity #amwriting #authorsofinstagram #bookishlife #yafantasy #teatime
Before flipping to Chapter 1 of Inkbound Inheritan Before flipping to Chapter 1 of Inkbound Inheritance, here are 5 things you should know before delving into its homeland, Domhania ✨ Between the rivers and the trees, there’s always something to look out for! Let me know, between fairies, wipen spies, and water nymphs, which would you rather encounter? #InkboundInheritance #yafantasy #authorsofinstagram #bookstagram #debutnovel
One year + a few weeks ago, Inkbound Inheritance t One year + a few weeks ago, Inkbound Inheritance turned one ✨ I missed the actual day (Sept 10!), but this story deserves its belated candles — and a birthday gift for you. Swipe for a little launch-day throwback, from unboxing to that surreal moment of seeing you all in those chairs. One year in, and I'm still a little stunned this book is out in the world. Thank you — to everyone who read it, reviewed it, pressed it into a friend's hands, or sent me a teary DM about a scene that stayed with you. You've given this story a second year of life and a home far beyond my desk. I don't take a single one of you for granted 💛 🎉 Birthday sale: 30% off a small batch of SIGNED copies — paperback and hardcover, personalized with any name you'd like. • Signed paperback — $12 shipped (US) • 30% off (reg $18) • Signed hardcover — $17 shipped (US) • 30% off (reg $25) • Ebook — $0.99 on Amazon & Nook this week To order: DM me with the format + the name for the inscription (or "signature only"). I'll reply with Venmo/PayPal/Zelle details, sign your copy, and ship it USPS within 1–3 days in a protective mailer. Small batch only — once my author copies are gone, they're gone. Haven't met Liam yet? Inkbound Inheritance is a YA fantasy about a grieving boy who gets pulled into the storyworld his late mother created — where he must rescue his cousin, outwit treacherous thieves, and unravel the truth about the extraordinary woman he never fully knew. Cozy magic, big feelings, endless cups of tea ☕ If you read it this year, what's one moment that stayed with you? #bookbirthday #yafantasy #inkboundinheritance #indieauthor #authorsofinstagram #signedbooks

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