Bücher von Ebony Mckenna

This second sassy adventure in the ONDINE quadrilogy combines fairytale romance with magical fun. Detective duo Ondine and her handsome new boyfriend Hamish - who has a talent for transforming into a ferret - have landed themselves a dangerous mission from The Duke of Brugel.Upon entering the palace grounds they are confronted by a fierce tornado that awakens something dark and ominous. Unexplained phenomena begin intruding on every day life at an alarming rate.Surrounded by strange magic, Ondine and Hamish must expose a royal conspiracy, champion the palace''s downtrodden servants and solve a baffling mystery.With so much at stake, will they ever find time for their burgeoning romance to blossom?

Every Australian author needs this book - their secret weapon to get their titles into libraries across this vast country. Some authors believe you simply turn up to your local library and donate your books. Others say you get your friends to request your title.Alas, that way lies heartache. How does the library order in your title if it''s not in ''the system''? You may be an artist when you write your books, but now it''s time to become business savvy and do things the right way, in the right order. Whether self-published, small-press published or traditionally published; in print, ebook or audio this guide will help authors market their books to libraries in a cost-effective, professional way. Authors will see a bump in book sales and, further down the track, earn valuable royalties from Australia''s Lending Rights program for printed books. This is a guide created by an author who has done all the hard yards (and made plenty of mistakes along the way, so you don''t have to). Ebony McKenna is the author of 8 YA romances (which are in libraries across Australia) and the Self-Publishing Fundamentals reference books for authors.

Social media it-girl and darling of the art world, Marina Shenko, is going stir-crazy. She's stuck in digital detox in Outback Australia. No phone, no fans, no connection to the outside world!If she doesn't reconnect soon, the career she's spent a lifetime building will vanish in a blink.The outback isn't all bad though. Marina has plenty in common with Cooper the Jackaroo, who understands 'fake it till you make it' only too well.

You've written a sensational romance manuscript. Now you need to edit it and turn it into a great novel. Author of seven swoon-filled romance novels, Ebony McKenna will give you the tools you need to become objective about your own work. Loaded with examples from romantic movies and novels, this book will show you how to slash and burn backstory (it won't hurt, OK, only a bit) balance your story structure, then deliver a hard-won happy ending your readers will adore. Here's what writers are saying about Ebony McKenna's Edit Your Own titles: "Well-detailed, informative, and helpful. The perfect 'tool' to keep nearby when diving into your writing sessions. I would definitely recommend to writers both published and aspiring!" Amanda, Goodreads. "The author is user friendly and encourages the writer every step of the way." - BarbarinaS, Amazon. "Packed full of examples from novels and movies to demonstrate the concepts as well as hands-on activities to apply the knowledge to your own work...This book ticked all the boxes for me." - Renee, Goodreads.

From the fantastic world of Brugel comes this fairytale collection of folklore. Every tale is both refreshing and yet comfortingly familiar. The First Champion Snowgoat will delight and ultimately confuse - setting the scene for the bizarre and particularly Brugelish folklore to follow. Jacqueline and the Magic Beans - who brought the wonders of coffee to Eastern Europe. Wilona at the Christmas Ball - who almost met Cinderella but became distracted with a younger and more interesting princeling. Elmaree - who etymologists credit with the local idioms, 'burn your bridges' and 'flee like Elmaree'. Plus many more stories to delight, discombobulate and possibly entertain. This book is a welcome companion to the internationally acclaimed four-part Ondine series, by the same author. Lovers of The Princess Bride will adore these tales.

An essential resource for all Australian authors, whether traditionally published, small-press published or self-published, to help them get their books onto library shelves across the country.This guide gives authors the right way to go about the business of authorship, from the beginnings of publishing and printing a book all the way through to their paperbacks and ebooks being borrowed by avid readers.It doesn't end with the sales - McKenna also explains the important stages of registering for Lending Rights, enabling authors to collect official royalties for years to come.Here's what other authors are saying about this book:5 / 5 stars Louise Guy bestselling author of The Crafters' Club series."Fantastic guide for both new and established authors . . . great insights into who to contact and why. In addition to the wealth of information included, the sample sell sheets, contacts and links make this an essential resource." 5 / 5 stars Jennifer Scoullar bestselling Australian author of Brumby's Run."Brilliant! A step-by-step process that works."

You've written a sensational young adult manuscript. Now you need to edit it and turn it into a great novel. I will give you all the tools you need to slash and burn backstory, tighten the structure and deliver a brilliant ending. I'm not going to lie, it will be a lot of work. But you'll be better for it. I mean, your *characters* will be better for it.

A thrilling retelling of the Robin Hood adventure with a fun gender flip. When tax collectors raid her village, headstrong peasant Robyn vows to take everything back. Her righteous spirit lands her on the 'wrongteous' side of the law. Attempts to fix things only makes life worse as Robyn, and her best friend Marion the blacksmith's son, fall deeper into trouble . . . and a little bit in love.

This final part of the captivating ONDINE quadrilogy combines dramatic adventure with quirky fun.Mutating Magic is everywhere! ''Normals'' possess superpowers. With a dark army gathering strength and the cunning Lord Vincent plotting to seize control of the country of Brugel, it''s up to Ondine and her beloved boyfriend Hamish to expose the truth.As the capital falls, Ondine must put aside her fears and lead the people of Brugel in a revolt against the tyrannical forces threatening her family - and democracy itself.In the midst of all the chaos, Ondine discovers that Hamish has been hiding a disturbing secret, which could end their relationship forever . . . In this climactic and emotional outing, fans will discover stunning revelations that unlock hidden truths spread throughout the four-book ONDINE saga.

This third spellbinding instalment in the ONDINE quadrilogy takes a dark turn, as the country of Brugel descends into anarchy.Mutating magic is spreading across Europe like a plague. ''Normals'' are developing supernatural powers at a startling rate, and sixteen-year-old Ondine appears to be at the heart of it.To unravel the mystery, Ondine and her boyfriend Hamish infiltrate CovenCon, a gathering of hundreds of witches presided over by wanna-be-witch-queen Mrs Howser. There she tempts Ondine with an intriguing offer - but can Mrs Howser be trusted?As dark magic riots break out in the nation''s capital, Ondine is left with a heart-breaking choice that could tear her apart from her beloved Hamish . . . forever.

This first book in the ONDINE quadrilogy is filled with adventure, fairytale romance and magical fun.At Psychic Summercamp, fifteen-year-old Ondine doubts she posesses her family''s magical abilities. But when her pet ferret Shambles starts talking - in a cheecky Scottish accent no less - anything seems possible.Is Shambles really a young man trapped in a witch''s curse, as he claims? And what terrible crime did he commit to deserve such a punishment?While Ondine tries to untangle the truth about Shambles, the pair uncover a plot to assassinate a royal family member and unlock the secret to a long-lost treasure.Amongst all this intrigue and mayhem, can Ondine overcome her self-doubts and save the day?