Today I’m really excited to reveal the cover for my new book, Keeping Sam! Without further ado, here it is in all its glory …
Well, what can I say? I love it. I have to say a big thank you to Pauline Wiles who pointed me away from the little boy in the snow after beta-reading Keeping Sam – Pauline, you know you were so right, and here is the result.
I’m super-excited about this book, not only because I think it’s the best thing I’ve written to date, but also because this cover is the first in a rebranding, redesign exercise that’s taking place at the moment. All my books (except for the gorgeous Flora Lively series) will be getting new covers, and the website will also get a new look. Those iconic legs on Can’t Live Without are out of the window, I’m afraid! It’s time to move on and go for a more cohesive, grown-up look that reflect the readers I’m trying to attract today – watch out for the new designs coming soon.
So, here is the blurb for Keeping Sam, and you can click on the links to PRE-ORDER now, should you wish to do so 🙂 The book will be released in Kindle format on November 23rd, and in paperback in time for Christmas. It’s my first ever time doing a pre-order, so I would love it if a few readers did buy this way and let me know how it all works out.
When Kate wakes up from a year-long coma, the first person she asks for is her son, Sam. Recovering from a head injury and getting back on her feet takes all of Kate’s energy, but toddler Sam has left a hole in her heart – a hole that isn’t healed by the knowledge that Sam is being cared for by Kate’s mother. Estranged from her parents since she was eighteen, Kate soon discovers they took Sam home to Cornwall months ago, convinced Kate would never wake up. By the time Kate is well enough to reclaim her son she is frantic with worry. Why hasn’t her mother brought Sam to see her? Why haven’t they replied to any of her letters? And why will no one talk to her about the circumstances around her injuries?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Keeping-Sam-Joanne-Phillips-ebook/dp/B016MZPWRW/
Book Bloggers and Reviewers: Would you like a free copy of Keeping Sam? Just pop a comment in the box below and I’ll get a review copy out to you as soon as they are available 🙂
Joanne Phillips 
October 15, 2015 at 7:57 pm
That’s a stunning book cover Jo and a great blurb full of intrigue too. 🙂
October 16, 2015 at 10:22 am
Thank you 🙂 Glad you like it xx
October 15, 2015 at 10:34 pm
Congrats on your upcoming new release Jo! I’d be happy to write a review on Amazon for you in exchange for a free copy. The story sounds exciting and intriguing. Best of luck with it. 🙂
October 16, 2015 at 10:22 am
Thanks Elaine, I’ll get a copy to you asap x
October 16, 2015 at 7:05 pm
Fab! I’ll look forward to hearing from you soon. X
October 16, 2015 at 8:44 am
Congratulations, Jo! Very exciting.
October 16, 2015 at 10:23 am
Thanks Lindsay, are you doing a pre-order set up on Amazon for your new release? x
October 16, 2015 at 4:56 pm
I can barely cope with what I am doing, Jo! If everything turns out okay, it will be a miracle. But look forward to hearing how pre-order goes for you.
October 16, 2015 at 9:12 am
You never keep still, do you? Well done on completing what sounds like a very intriguing book (you know I’m always happy to read and review, by the way, I hope). And I’m looking forward to hearing more about the rebrand.
October 16, 2015 at 10:24 am
I do, Marina – I feel like I’ve been virtually static since the start of the summer! I’ll put you down for a review copy too, thank you x
October 16, 2015 at 8:17 pm
Great cover!
October 18, 2015 at 6:52 pm
Thanks Sally 🙂
October 16, 2015 at 8:39 pm
Thanks for the kind mention: the boy in the snow was wonderful but I think this little cutie will be an even bigger hit for you.
Drop me a line about a blog post maybe for 23 Nov, if you’d like?
October 18, 2015 at 6:57 pm
Thanks Pauline! That will be awesome 🙂 I’ve been so lucky with beta readers for this book, and all the comments were so helpful. The story line is better for it, the characters stronger, the ending more impactful (I moved it to the beach, as you suggested – in fact I did pretty much everything you suggested!) I also got a full edit from the RNA for the manuscript, because I’d signed on for their New Writers’ Scheme earlier in the year, and that has helped shaped the book no end too.
Thanks again xxx
October 17, 2015 at 10:15 am
This looks fabulous .. I’m happy to review for my Blog, Amazon, Goodreads etc & promote widely on Twitter .. if I can help in any way let me know 🙂
October 18, 2015 at 6:58 pm
Hi Alison!
Thanks so much, that would be fantastic! I’ll get in touch when the review copy is ready 🙂
xxx
October 17, 2015 at 10:51 am
Congratulations Jo! What a wonderful book cover and I’m wondering about that pink hat… does it have a story behind? I read the blurb and wow! I had to pre-order my copy straight away. Can’t wait to read it. This is so different from your usual books and I’m really intrigued 🙂
Well done you for always surprising us and also for the courage to change genre. I have no doubt that this book too will be a success x
October 18, 2015 at 7:02 pm
Thanks Martina, I’m so glad you like it 🙂 Ah, bless you for pre-ordering. Yes, it is quite different, although in some ways not so much … You’ll have to let me know after you’ve read it. How is your writing going? Miss you, we’ll have to catch up soon xxx
October 17, 2015 at 11:19 am
I love the cover of Keeping Sam and the blurb sounds very intriguing, I want to know more! I’ve read and enjoyed your previous novels so would really love to read and review this one for you, if you’re still looking for reviewers. Wishing you all the luck with Keeping Sam! 🙂
October 18, 2015 at 7:02 pm
Thank you, that’s great news! I’ll put you down for a copy and be in touch in the next couple of weeks 🙂 x
October 18, 2015 at 8:56 pm
Thank you so much, I’ll look forward to hearing from you and to reading and reviewing your book. 🙂 x
October 19, 2015 at 4:17 pm
I love the book cover. I would love a review copy of your book please. The synopsis sounds intriguing.
December 1, 2015 at 8:09 pm
Hi Lisa, I’ve emailed you – your copy should be on its way to you now 🙂
October 24, 2015 at 8:22 pm
Pre-ordered mine and I can’t wait for it to come out……especially as I’ve enjoyed your books so far!
December 1, 2015 at 8:09 pm
Thanks so much Jo! That is music to my ears 🙂 Don’t forget to leave me a review when you finish, it all helps to encourage other readers to give my books a go x
November 4, 2015 at 12:12 am
Joanne, hello! It’s been a while since we’ve connected, and it’s because we both prefer writing to all the other things we have to do. I’m closing in on finalizing my first draft, after many redrafts, edits, and revisions. Hoping to connect with a good editor here soon.
Congrats on the new look and the new book (which I’d love to review–Kindle copy is fine). My new book review blog is Puddletown Reviews (http://puddletown reviews). I’ve just given it a new look, as well as my writing blog. It seems the business is always changing as to what looks best, worst, and mediocre. 🙂
Good luck with the new book. It sounds intriguing and something everyone is going to like.
December 1, 2015 at 8:10 pm
Thanks Sherrey, I’ll pop over and have a look at your new review site – you are such a busy lady! Where do you find the time? x