Saturday, September 19, 2009

Gasp! My cover!!

Gah! Help! Somebody get me away from my computer...I can't stop looking at the new cover for my novel! Honestly, I just want to look at it and look at it. I'm so so excited. I think the cover artist at Spectra did an amazing job.

There was a time when it was coming out in April, but that got pushed to March 23rd, which further thrills me.

Book 2 will be out in September. One of these days I'll get my new author site up and stick the whole synopsis there, and possibly here, but I don't want to show and tell things before I'm supposed to. [update: Site now up!! here]

But I'm sure it's fine to say that, in a nutshell, Mind Games is the first in an urban fantasy trilogy about a hypochondriac who joins a psychological hit squad. It takes place in a fantastical Milwaukee/Chicago. (Specifically, the Milwaukee/Chicago of my childhood imagination. I lived in suburbs of both cities as a young child.)

Anyway, I'm just so so excited.

Published by Spectra, a division of Random House.

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78 comments:

  1. KT GrantSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!! That is sooo hot!!!
    I am so pimping your cover out!!

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  2. Nicola O.September 19, 2009 at 10:22 PM

    OMG SQUEEEEEEEEE!!!!

    You must be so excited!

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  3. ChristinaSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:30 PM

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  4. meljean brookSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:31 PM

    Oh, hot damn!! That is a FANTASTIC cover, Carolyn! You must be thrilled like crazy.

    Can't wait for this. Plz to send me an ARC someday? I will trade if you want. KTHXBAI.

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  5. ChristinaSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    Congratulations! It's a GREAT cover. ;-)

    (I deleted the previous remarks due to spelling error) :-p

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  6. JenBSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    Ooooh! It's GORGEOUS!!!

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  7. meljean brookSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    Also, if you manage to step away from the computer any time in the first 48 hours after receiving a cover, please share with the rest of us how you do it.

    The only way I function is that I've tattooed my latest one on the inside of my eyelids.

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    That is GORGEOUS!!! WOW!! I can't blame you for staring!!

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  9. wren boudreauSeptember 19, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    So amazing. And Exciting!
    Congrats :)

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  10. DonnaSeptember 19, 2009 at 11:39 PM

    It's Gorgeous!!! Love it! I would have my eyes glued to it also. :)

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  11. oranniaSeptember 20, 2009 at 12:22 AM

    It's absolutely gorgeous! You must be thrilled! I can't wait to read the synopsis!

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  12. LeslieSeptember 20, 2009 at 12:27 AM

    LOVE IT CJ! And a cover quote from Ann Aguirre - awesome! So excited for you!!!

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  13. AnnaSeptember 20, 2009 at 12:28 AM

    Wow your cover is gorgeous!!! Looking forward to reading it. :)

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  14. Enchanted by BooksSeptember 20, 2009 at 1:03 AM

    HOLY SHIT!!! CAROLYN!! I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO thrilled for you!!!!!!!!!!!!

    OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG!!! I loveee your cover and I am SO buying it!!! I've never had a friend who wrote a book. How cool is that?!! :) I would buy it even if I didnt know you! It's totally the type of covers I fall for. Love it!! :) HUGEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE CONGRATSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!

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  15. Tez MillerSeptember 20, 2009 at 1:37 AM

    So awesome! And it's got Ann Aguirre's blurb! And YOUR NAME! (That, of course, should be your favourite part of the cover ;-) )

    Thanks for sharing, and have a lovely day! :-)

    P.S. How's your author website coming along? I don't mean to nag, but I want more book info! :-)

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  16. LoriSeptember 20, 2009 at 1:39 AM

    How exciting!!! And it's beautiful!!

    And a fan-freakin-tastic quote from Ann Aguirre, too. Just awesome!

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  17. LeontineSeptember 20, 2009 at 2:33 AM

    Hawt Damn!! You must be syched!!! Enjoy the cover love...I know I'm lovin' it :D

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  18. AnaSeptember 20, 2009 at 3:09 AM

    ooooooooooooo eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

    Squeeeeee! This is an awesome cover CJ! : D

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  19. JenreSeptember 20, 2009 at 3:14 AM

    Hooray for you! That's an amazing cover.

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  20. WendySeptember 20, 2009 at 5:38 AM

    CONGRATS!! That's one hot cover!

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  21. LiSeptember 20, 2009 at 5:57 AM

    Massive congrats - it's a beautiful cover and I can't wait to read it!

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  22. BlodeueddSeptember 20, 2009 at 6:11 AM

    Ohhh pretty :D
    And i do like that we get to see her face

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  23. Penny WatsonSeptember 20, 2009 at 6:26 AM

    Carolyn--this cover rocks out!!!!! So gorgeous! Congrats...can't wait to read it!!!!!

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  24. HilciaSeptember 20, 2009 at 7:25 AM

    CJ! I see why you're excited! THAT is a gorgeous cover... YES!

    PS: Book blurb, please... ;P

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  25. MandiSeptember 20, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    Awesome!!!! I LOVE the cover!!!

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  26. Carolyn CraneSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:32 AM

    Thanks you guys! It is so fun to have everyone visit and share my squeeful excitement. So fun!!

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  27. Penny WatsonSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    Carolyn...did you notice that your cover model sort of looks like Angelina Jolie? She is smokin'.....

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  28. Carolyn CraneSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    Penelope - yes, I did notice that. Luckily, I love Angelina.

    MJB: I would be honored to ARC swap!!

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  29. Patti (@TheLoveJunkee)September 20, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    The cover is awesome - exactly the kind of cover that catches my eye! AND a nice quote from Ann Aguirre? Can't wait to hear more about it!!

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  30. ChristineSeptember 20, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    OH WOW!!!! Carolyn, it's PERFECT! I LOVE IT! I'm so thrilled for you. Congratulations! ^_^

    *confetti*

    p.s. Who says you have to step away and stop admiring it? Don't step away! You deserve to get lost in it. Really.

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  31. Michelle GreathouseSeptember 20, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    Carolyn,

    How awesome!! I can't wait to read this book. :)

    M

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  32. LeaSeptember 20, 2009 at 10:22 AM

    WOOT and DOUBLE WOOT CJ!!!!

    AWESOME COVER and I will be standing in line with the pimpage....

    This sounds like an awesome read CJ and I for one can't wait!!!

    Congrats girl....

    (((hugs)))

    Lea

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  33. Rebecca @ DSBSeptember 20, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    One of the best new covers I've seen in a while. Makes me want to read it NOW! I can't wait. Extremely awesome CJ.

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  34. lbgreggSeptember 20, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    You know I love that cover.


    Almost as much as I adore you.

    xx's and CONGRATS CJJAAAAAYYYY!!!!


    Can you believe it??????

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  35. Jill SorensonSeptember 20, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    I LOOOOOVVE IT

    !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    HUGE congrats, Carolyn. It's just beautiful. Smokin hot heroine, cool outfit, wonderful background imagery. PLUS: super awesome cover quote.

    YAY!!!!

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  36. BrieSeptember 20, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    *Does a little happy dance*

    EXCELLENT cover!! I can't wait to read your novel, CJ!

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  37. woolydaisySeptember 20, 2009 at 1:31 PM

    WOW!!!!!!! totally effin awesome Carolyn-you go gurl!!! the cover is fabulous-makes you want to read it- intriguing!

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  38. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2009 at 2:12 PM

    Um, has Miss Doreen seen this? that appears to be a KNIFE in that young lady's hand, and there is no cutting board, beet greens, or raw chicken anywhere in sight.

    Seriously ... it's terrific. The cover gods have smiled upon you. Can't wait to read it!

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  39. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    I can see why you can't stop staring at it. It's gorgeous.

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  40. AnimeJuneSeptember 20, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    It's so very, very pretty! Way to go!

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  41. Kristie (J)September 20, 2009 at 4:03 PM

    Can't say as I blame you at all for not wanting to leave the computer!! That is one mighty fine, gorgeous cover A huge High Five and an added way to go you!

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  42. CiaraSeptember 20, 2009 at 4:13 PM

    Wow. The cover gods have blessed you!! That is a fabulous cover. I can't wait to read the book!!! CONGRATS!!!

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  43. AnonymousSeptember 20, 2009 at 4:37 PM

    Hi :)
    What a beautiful cover.
    Thank you very much for sharing.
    I'm looking forward to reading it.
    All the best,
    @RKCharron
    xoxo

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  44. ReneeSeptember 20, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    Woo hoo, Carolyn! The final cover is awesome.

    Can't wait for the release festivities! :-D

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  45. Jill D.September 20, 2009 at 5:27 PM

    Carolyn, This is so exciting!!! I am so happy for you and yes it is a great cover. March will be here before you know it! Congratulations!!

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  46. TracySeptember 20, 2009 at 5:37 PM

    WOO FREAKIN HOO!! That is so awesome. I love the cover. The cover gods are with you. Congrats! And we don't have to wait so long for the first book to come out - that's even better. :)

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  47. SayuriSeptember 20, 2009 at 6:06 PM

    www big squishy hugs for you my love.

    It's such a purdy cover. You must be relived and excited and proud and ...all kinds of things.

    Congrats....and the Ann Aguirre quote too. Soon you'll be far to rairified to talk to the likes of me.. LOL.

    CONGRATS. If anyone desrves huge kudos and good things it's you...

    (I came out of lurk mode just for you...)

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  48. Stacy~September 20, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    Wow, it's gorgeous! No wonder you're so thrilled. Awesome cover Carolyn :)

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  49. AmySeptember 20, 2009 at 6:46 PM

    Ohhh! Gorgeous cover! I'm a follower of the blog but don't usually comment. This cover could very well challenge my qualms about urban fantasy -- it's definitely on my TBB list!

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  50. sulaSeptember 20, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    that cover is fan-freakin-tastic! it will fly off the shelves, just you wait. :)

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  51. KaetrinSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:41 PM

    Wow Carolyn! What an awesome cover! Congratulations!

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  52. A Library GirlSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:50 PM

    Pretty cover! And... "hypochondriac"? Sounds like it could be fun. :)

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  53. Carolyn CraneSeptember 20, 2009 at 8:50 PM

    Gosh, you guys know how to make a girl feel special. It's so fun to have everyone stop by and see my cover! (that I didn't even draw!) and say so many nice things. Thanks so much!

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  54. RedButterflySeptember 20, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    OMFG I LUV THE COVER XDDDDDDD that gold dagger (it is a dagger, right?) is soooooooo cool *I want one*. Anyway from what you said, the book looks good, cant wait to read it and congrats *GRIN*

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  55. RosieSeptember 20, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    Our leetle blog world is all a-buzz about your cover. Congratulations! I'll be first in line at my bookstore on release day.

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  56. VampFanGirlSeptember 20, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    O-M-G its gorgeous!!!!! And is that a quote from Ann Aguirre?????

    CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!

    AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

    I'm so excited for you, girl. And the little tidbit you gave on it already has me anticipating its release date. I can't wait to see your new author website when you get it up and running.

    Congratulations again. I hope your out celebrating!!!

    (((hugs))) VFG

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  57. TajaSeptember 21, 2009 at 2:20 AM

    Love the cover! I'm looking forward to reading your novels. :)

    You know, I didn't know you're author when I left my first comment here (I probably wouldn't have left a comment then). It took me some time to pick up on that. *g* I think it's great and I wish you all the best.

    Congrats!!!

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  58. Marilyn's Roomance ReviewsSeptember 21, 2009 at 3:32 AM

    Absolutely fab, stunning, beautiful.......wow!

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  59. MSeptember 21, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    That cover is soooo amazing. I love it.

    Look at you, being all authorly and stuff with a real live cover! I'm so proud. *sniff*

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  60. Joanna ChambersSeptember 21, 2009 at 11:29 AM

    it's uber-cool

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  61. nathSeptember 21, 2009 at 11:56 AM

    Congratulations Carolyn!! Awesome cover! Can't wait to read it :D

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  62. UnknownSeptember 21, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    Congratulations!

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  63. AmandaSeptember 21, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    Ok that is really really cool. Congratulations!!!

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  64. KrisSeptember 21, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    YYYAAAAYYYYY!!!!!!!!! Huge Congrats :D

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  65. WendySeptember 21, 2009 at 6:14 PM

    Saw this yesterday, starred it in my Google Reader, and holy cow now I'm late to the happy, happy squeeeeeeeee party!

    Congrats on a most fantastic cover!

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  66. Bridget LockeSeptember 21, 2009 at 6:43 PM

    Is this the one you were telling me about (couldn't think of title?)? I'm so excited for you!!! *happy dance* One of these days it'll be me...maybe. lol


    *hugs*

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  67. KT GrantSeptember 21, 2009 at 6:45 PM

    Look whose book I found on Goodreads!!

    http://www.goodreads.com/search/search?search_type=books&search[query]=carolyn+crane

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  68. mslizalouSeptember 21, 2009 at 7:05 PM

    Congrats! I'm so excited for you!!!

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  69. ChristineSeptember 22, 2009 at 8:38 AM

    I came back to admire your cover with you some more! =)

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  70. UnknownSeptember 22, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    Oh, awesome cover!


    And what a fine first name for an author, too.

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  71. Larissa IoneSeptember 22, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    Congratulations!!!! That is an AWESOME cover!!!!!

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  72. Ladytink_534September 22, 2009 at 2:20 PM

    Oh I'm excited for you! What a great cover!!!

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  73. KwanaSeptember 23, 2009 at 3:26 PM

    EEEEEEEEEEEEE!!! Hotness!!

    Big congrats!!

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  74. writtenwyrddSeptember 25, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    That is indeed an awesome cover!

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  75. MrsMixxSeptember 26, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    Congrats!!! It's on my Must-absolutely-Read list

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  76. ChrisSeptember 27, 2009 at 4:49 PM

    Oh, shiny! :)

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  77. HeloiseSeptember 28, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    Awesome cover. Really. Not just saying!

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  78. JillSeptember 28, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    Way cool! Congratulations! Can't wait to read it. :-)

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