Late Christmas gift

 So I guess I'm celebratng Kwanzaa or something, i just recieved a gift in the mail. Who knew how helpful this would be. I mean, you wouldn't think a keyboard would be a reasonable gift, just because a laptop already comes with one. So why would a keyboard come in handy?

An ordinary keyboard wouldn't, but this is no ordinary keyboard. This one is bluetooth. I'll explain this in my next What's Inside video.

I actually wasn't going to do one, but this is actually something that needs to be introduced, just cause now I can publish on the go.

Which reminds me, I have a special gift I have my eyes on and it want to go get it before the end of this year. Which is coming up very soon.

Are you ready for another year?

OH! That reminds me, Be on the look on for any news about book signings and author events this year. I have a couple of plans made for this spring. Don't you follow me on social media? Do that now! ESpecially for Instagram. And be sure to be ready for the events coming this Spring!

Creepsmas and Christmas Distraction

I'm certain that as a regular reader of Shiver and Fears blogs, you have been eagerly anticipating December's blog. Typically, I update you on the latest happenings at Shiver and Fears, but this time, I completely forgot. Why did I forget? Check out my recent activities below.
As you may already know, Shiver and Fears hold an annual Scary Creepsmas Give-a-way, but this Christmas season was quite busy. I was engaged in various promotional activities during this time. Here are some of the things I did:
• I redesigned the website and completed the new book. Fans who participated in the Madlib contest months ago received a present of their stories, and our story writers received a book to create another story.
• Unfortunately, the fundraiser didn't go well, and not a single book, cup, or sticker was sold. I genuinely need feedback.
• I ran a giveaway contest on my social media platforms, offering a free audiobook to all Instagram users. I received a few entries and positive feedback, and it ran until Christmas.
Buying Gifts
Of course, I also spent some time buying gifts for my loved ones. What could be a better gift than books? Although not everyone was fortunate enough to receive a Shiver and Fears book. Here are the books I bought as presents:
• For my mother, I purchased the "Magical Times" series book in Kindle edition, which is about a future family with my two magical powerful sons with holy magic.
• For my father, I bought a charger for his digital picture frame.
• For my sister, I purchased an ice maker.
• For my nephew, I bought "How to Draw People and Animals."

He was really surprised!

• For my girlfriend, I got her the "Shiver and Fears" book series. She has been wanting to read those for a long time.

My goal for next year is to gain more subscribers on YouTube and add another book to the library. I want to expand my YouTube channel to connect with my readers and want to contribute to the library by adding another book to its collection.

But as for you, you didn't know about the giveaway, huh? Well, here's your chance if you want it:

Go to This link and type in one of these given codes I'm providing to read The Ghost of Future Me: Shiver and Fears:

2DQ3RZDPEAT6R

2JT2EXYEKCA6W

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That’s it for this blog post. I hope you enjoyed reading it and learned something from it. I would love to hear your thoughts and feedback, so please leave a comment below or contact me on my social media platforms. Thank you for your support and I wish you all the best for the next year. Happy reading and writing!

Scary Creepsmas folks!

 Well, once again we end the year with a Shiver and Fears annual event. That's right, it's time to start the Scary Creepsmas give-a-way event.

Every year it's done differently. This year we are starting a fundraiser. Yep, the same fundraiser with the cup, pillow, and books. We have decided to donate a piece of the funding to a school that is in need of a copy machine.

As of right now the school only uses three and one is being VERY difficult to use. It gets jammed, it complains about being empty when it's really not, and sometimes shuts down for awkward reasons! It needs to be replaced.

The goal is to reach nearly $400 dollars. If we reach that goal, a teacher is willing to donate $1000! You think I'm joking, I'm not!

We have a variety of items for you to choose from. Additionally, we are planning to offer a discount on stickers that you can pay for using the PayPal code found on our monthly news website. 

Furthermore, we are giving away audio books daily on Instagram. Each day, an Insta story will be posted containing a special code and link. If you are the first to use this code on the link, the book is yours! 

We understand that our giveaways are limited this year, but we are working on something bigger for the future. We hope that everything will work out in the end.

You Want Me To Explain?

You may have missed the fact that you can purchase the self-published version of Attack of the Headless Robot. If you have already bought it, you might be wondering how it's different from the Writer's Republic version. Or maybe you didn't notice it at all and are curious about what I'm talking about.

The truth is that working with Writer's Republic was a time-consuming and challenging process. At one point, I wasn't even sure if the book was going to be published at all. It's frustrating to think that I spent two months preparing a book that might not see the light of day. Everyone, including you, was eagerly waiting for this book to be published, but I had to hold back because of various problems that Writer's Republic was facing.

In the end, I decided to publish the book the same way I did with all Shiver and Fears books. A day or two after the self-publishing, I received an email stating that the book was on its way. I couldn't believe it when I received the book in the mail, and kids were already trying to snatch it out of my hand! They were so eager to read it that they were even bending it. That's when I knew the self-published version had to come out, and the new book hadn't even reached the shelf yet.

So, nothing can change until I get the final results. I'll keep you updated on that! #selfpublishing #kidlit #booklovers #amwriting

Shiver and Fears has been published

 If you're reading this, that might mean the title grabbed your attention. Because if you are reading this, it means that the title has confused you. As you may already know, Shiver and Fears books have been published. However, what sets this book apart from the others?

Unlike the previous Shiver and Fears books, this one is not self-published. The latest addition to the series has been published by a company called Writer's Republic! This is the first book that has gone through the publishing process with an actual publisher.

I must confess that this may not be a long-term commitment for Shiver and Fears. The reason for this collaboration is to explore the kind of assistance that Writer's Republic can provide. Although they seem to offer a lot, it takes a lot to work with them.

So, what does this mean? This book may be the only one that Writer's Republic is involved with, and there is a possibility that I'll be looking for other options in the future. By now you should know Shiver and Fears books are published. So, what makes this book so different?

This Shiver and Fears book isn't self-published. That's right, the most recent book of the Shiver and Fears series is published by a company called Writer's Republic! This is the first book to go through the publishing process in the hands of an actual publisher.

Now, I will confess that this may not become a fully committed thing for Shiver and Fears. This all happened to see what kind of help Writer's Republic can provide. Although they seem to provide a lot, it takes a lot to work with them.

So what does this mean? This might be the one and only book Writer's Republic can get their hands on. And chances are I'll be taking it elsewhere. 

The book has only been available for two days, so its progress is yet to be seen. However, the self-published version can be purchased on Amazon. The next story will reveal more information, which will be shared in the upcoming blog post on Wednesday. Stay tuned!

We got a sale going on!

 Shiver and Fears has sold over 100 items to people. Not just books. We have sold pencils, pens, pillows, pins... No we don't just sell things that start with 'P'. we also sell shirts and stuff like that, but the most important thing of all is we have cups!

If you haven't heard, these cups are special. Not only do they change color, (Which is something everyone is excited about) but these cups also include a qr code leading those who scan it a free book!

I told you some time ago, Shiver and Fears is getting into the spirit of scanning for your attention.

This is the code we send to our shoppers. With this purchasers can pay for their item they want from where ever they are. Do we deliver? You bet we do! Will it cost... Yes, but only a limit. But we haven't gotten there yet!

Now What do we have to sale?

Check these items out;

Pillows from Animated Eclectics

hand-made copied books

Birthday cards

color changing cups

stickers

 pins provided by Elevated Growth

We are even trying to connect with Cam-Dazzle and have hoodies for sale!

If you wish to know the price of items... well I'll tell you, But ONLY if you comment below! What can I say, I like leaving them wanting more!

Shiver and Fears Monstrous Announcement

 Wow, it's only been 9 days and I'm still finding time to breathe! Shiver and Fears just spend the whole week setting up voting polls for you and the other fans to choose the best monster for Boo the Ghost. 

I'm a bit surprised, but it's revealed in the video on YouTube who our top monster is. Not only that, our Co-lab partner, Le Alex (owner of Animated Eclectics) has just made a video to share for you to purchase a Monster of the Year pillow!

Want to buy one? You can! just go to Le's website < this right here. Click it! and get your pillow for a reasonable price of  $20. Believe me when I say, it's worth it!

Now, if you don't mind, I must finish some other stuff. Keep in touch, because we got more than just a pillow coming in!!!

Where did the monsters go?

 Shiver and Fears monsters are making a very interesting comeback this year. Instead of being tossed and forgotten, they are being placed into the Gallery. Here are a few who made it!

want more? Check them out at the art gallery on shiverandfears.com

Another birthday Has come!

 You think that this blog is about me and my birthday, but it's not. It's going to be about the history behind September 13th.

You might think this is going to be boring. Well, it's not. This is about how on my birthday the show Nicky, Ricky, Dicky, and Dawn was premiered in 2014. Not only that, but Everyone Loves Raymond premiered in 1996. But the day this author was born, was the same day Animaniacs premiered! Which means, Yakko, Wakko, and Dot and I are pretty much quadruplets! Wow, imagine living in a water tower!

Now, one thing I like to imagine are what I call "twinzies" That a term i use on people who were born on the same day as others, but not the same year. For instance: Ben Savage became my twinzie when he was 7 years old. and although Tyler Perry became my twinzie when he was 24, I became a twinzie to Tik Tok star, Sir Carter when I was 8!

Well Happy birthday to all the twinzies of yesterday, and any new twinzies that may be 1 day old at this point!

It's amazing what you can find happening on your birthday. I sure tons of people have done it. What's something you like about your birthday? Comment, if you don't mind sharing

The Monster Parade has come!

    Well if you haven't seen it, go see it! The monster parade happened this morning on Instagram. This year we have a whole bunch of monsters entered in the Boo's Beastly Buddy Contest. More than what you saw in the parade (If you saw the parade.)

   If you haven't seen the parade, then you should check it before you miss the whole thing tomorrow! Now that we have our collection of monsters they will be taken to a wide variety of Shiver and Fears fans to be voted on.

   I've talked to some of these young creators, when asked what your monster's hobby is, some replied "He likes to eat people" 😨< That's what i thought when thinking. Can Boo really be friends with a monster that eats people? I guess that shows what a kid sees a monster as. But we're not going to judge a monster just because they are vicious. This contest is based off the question: Should they be friends?

   Now we do have some other news to go along with this contest, and that is that some monsters were SO good that if they don't win, they could be placed in our fanart gallery! Yep, even if the monster is a winner! The drawings will be displayed for everyone to see.

  But this proves one thing to me. I hope it's proof to you too: Monsters are not always mean and scary. Some monsters in this contest like to hug, like to play games, and some don't just eat people, they just eat! And that shows not all kids see monsters as a beast.

How's it Going, Monsters?

 So a few kids have given their drawings for the Boo's Beastly Buddy Contest. We are reaching out to the parents as well as the kids proving a monster is not always a threat. Although the world has proven this multiple times.

Not just in tv shows, but in books too.

Our monsters this year, as you may heard, have been taken out the equation because adults are scared. "Adults? I thought Shiver and Fears books were for the kids?"

Well Shiver and Fears are for kids, but some parents want to avoid all evil in the world. 

"Shiver and Fears is evil?" 

No, never have been, never will be. Even the scariest one of The Burning Ghost may look evil but come to the plot that it was a harmless warning from God. Don't Believe me? Read it! 

"Does all Shiver and Fears book thrillers include God?" or "Why are you placing the Almighty in your scary books?" 

For one thing, Shiver and Fears is NOT scary. They are thrillers (also labeled as Suspense) and that means when you read a Shiver and Fears book, you won't want to put it down until you get to that ending. Now, kids love a good thriller!

When their hero is stuck in a problem with their weakness standing in front of them. Or when nothing seems to solve the problem and something they love is in terrible danger, stuff like that!

Meanwhile, how is the monster contest doing! Just wait till you see these monster friends!

Contest of all ages

 Shiver and Fears is spreading news after news with contests coming left and right.

As of right now, the new monster contest has started at Shover and Fears website where the Monsterfied Contest has been upgraded at. Make a monster this month, get it judged in September, and hear about the winner in October! Can you make a monster friend for Boo the ghost?

Did you hear about the other contest for those who might not be interested in making friendly monsters? Yep, it's called the Elevated Growth Fall Contest. Not very catchy, but this is our first contest to collaborate with another company. If all goes well there will be more!

All you have to do is buy a pin button from Elevated Growth provided on their Facebook page. Then once you get it, post a picture of someone wearing it on Instagram or Facebook, but it'll only count if you include #shiverandfears < your name will be placed in a drawing and the winner will receive a Shiver and Fears merch. Sounds fun right?

Well, enter it anyway! We want you to share Shiver and Fears with as many people as possible!

What else do we have in store? A coloring bookmark contest, Scary Creepsmas giveaway, and more! We are even giving hand copy books away! Wow, you amazed yet? I know I am! 

Chill out! School Starts!

 So what's been up with Shiver and Fears? I'm sure you've been sitting at the edge of your seat waiting to hear.

Well can you believe you favorite author has a new product? No, not the mug, not the shirts, no, the cookies were already a thing! I'm talking about ice-cream. Before I give you the full 411, let me tell you, if this Shiver and Fears product makes a good impression on a few people before making it to sales. If enough likes are given, then this product will be sold in the summer of 2024.

Don't give me any confusion looks! Ice-cream is a hit throughout the summer. So why so late making it? Well, most of the summer was dedicated to Shiver and Fears' bookaversary. After that, the idea was made, what if a new product was made? Hence, Chill Out Ice Cream was made! Now this is no ordinary ice-cream; coming from the author, it never is. This blue ice cream is made from White chocolate and caramel. 

Yes, you heard me, BLUE ice cream! and sprinkled on top is almond bark. This is different from Sugar and Fears cookies, which might sell this fall. (That is just blue sugar cookies with which chips.) Because this is a product that needs to be tested first. Our taste tester, Shiver and Fears' #1 fan, is trying it and will give the announcement soon. 

If this ice cream fails, a new set of ingredients will be placed. However, if passed, this new product will be not only served at the next bookaversary, but will be sold in 2024 along with Shiver and Fears self printed books.

At this moment, I want to give thanks to those who have my back in making Shiver and Fears what it needs to be.

Now, let's talk about what my next move for Shiver and Fears is doing the Monster Contest. hosted on Shiver and Fears website. all you do is simple:

put together a monster

save it to your computer

give the monster a name

write his hobbies

place in your name

email it to shiverandfears@gmail

and leave the rest to the other Shiver and Fears fans as they vote in September!

Meeatkids is our first entry.

Remember, we're not looking for scary, just your best look for a monster.

News for the Bookaversary

It's been a busy month as Shiver and Fears prepares for the bookaversary now. Ideas have been exchanged and thoughts have been put together. Right now I'm still in the process of spreading the word by going to public areas and passing around fliers. Public schools have gotten the memo and books store have gotten the email. Is it enough? Not for Shiver and Fears. But one question I do tend to get is: what's going on at the bookaversary this year? Well one thing we are doing is taking book orders. This isn't like an ordinary book signing. Instead of coming to buy a book, you come to order it. Not sure if you want a Shiver and Fears book? We have QR codes given out for free, all we ask is for you to leave a review. And if you decide you want to try a real book, we can get you set up for an order, $10.

Another plan we have is our Young Writers  To-Be Club. These purple little books are for artists with a story to tell. We ask whoever enters the YWTB Club to turn in the book to have the story published with a 20 page story in hand. Always remember email for questions to shiverandfears@gmail.com.

We have products to sell such as mugs, books, and pens:

Pens: $2.50

Books $10.

Mugs $12 (still deciding)

We are also thinking of adding a contest for Shiver and Fears new product Chill Out Ice Cream. Blue vanilla Ice-Cream with white chips. That is a prize you will have to win, but you'll have to have your name drawn for that!

There willl also be a chance for you new fans to get a picture with Boo the Ghost sent to you and some more ideas. So come to the book signing at Nappy Roots Books on Saturday... and let us not forget the live action on the 20th...

 

Bookaversary of 2023

Now comes another year of Shiver and Fears as it makes it's 11th appearance for a bookaversary gathering.

This year Shiver and Fears is planning to host the book signing event at 

Literati Press Bookshop. At this moment right now we are chatting with the store owner about making plans there, But I ask that you stay tuned for more information, or just in case plans change. For if we can not host at the press bookshop, I will be hosting it at the Shiver and Fears headquarters.

My plan for this year is to have pens to sell for $2.50 (yep, the price went down!) 

At this time now I will be taking pre-orders for Shiver and Fears hand-crafted books copies. As of right now, only 3 books are available to choose from.

• The Skeleton Dinner
• Walking in My Shoes
• Don't Mock a Witch

These books only cost $10. Payment will be accepted at the signing. (Location still pending) Be sure to stay tune with me at social medias such as Instagram, and YouTube @Shiver and Fears. You can pay in cash or by cash App or PayPal.

I am also including a photo shoot with Boo the Ghost. No, there is not a photo area and Boo is NOT some guy in a costume. If you want to find out how to take a picture with Boo, you'll just have to show up and find out! Just know, Boo is a ghost, so you can't see him when you want to!

Something else I'm planning for the book event is a give-a-way for Shiver and Fears mugs. Maybe I'll sell them too, not quite sure yet.

 Be on the look out for any news about Shiver and Fears bookaversary!

What's Your Story? Picture's of the Mischievous Cousin By Royalle M

 My name is Mia. I'm 19 and have a cousin named Royalle. She is in the 4th grade. I thought she had school today,but she said there wasn't any school, I thought it was weird, but back to the story.

She was coming over one day as she just lives a few blocks away.

I heard a knock at the door, "Who is it?" I asked. "It's me, Royalle," 

"Come on in," I hollered. "It's nice to see you, now it's time to have some fun. Let's play tag."

"Ok," Royalle said. "Tag, you're it!"

FEW MINUTES LATER

"OMG, that was so much fun!"

"Yeah," Royalle agreed.

Royalle and I were laying on the green grass. My cousin got up, "Mia, I'm going to the bathroom,"

I got up too, "Ok, I'm going to get some water," I huffed.

IN THE BATHROOM

"Hmmm," Royalle  looked at the mirror. There were pictures of Ms. Cayton, Mr. Wilkinson, Mr. AJ and Ms. Loomis. GO BACK TO SCHOOL! 

"Mia, what's with the pictures?" 

I strolled in, "Pictures? What pictures?" 

Royalle shoot her head, "Never mind, can you get me some water?"

"Ok?.. But I think your mom is on the phone." I replied.

Royalle seemed confused, "My mom, oh... uh ok. Hello Mom?

"Why are you not at school?" her mom muffled.

"I am! Bye!" Royalle replied. "Here's your phone, Mia."

I put the phone in my pocket, "What did she say?" I asked.

"Ummm...

There was a knock at the door.

"Who's there?" I asked.

"It's Royalle's mom!"

"Oh no!" Royalle whispered as she ran for it.

She kicked the door down and asked where Royalle was.

"She's in the room," I answered.

Royalle's mom opened the door and got her belt, "I'm going to whoop you back to Ohio!"

Contact on Discord

Ever wanted to ask a question to AJ Hard? Not only does the website have a Q&A on the website, but you can meet me on Discord. I am starting a Fan club on discord. Anyone is invited to chat with me and learn more about Shiver and Fears. And with Summer coming up, I have a lot to inform you about.

You want to know the rules?

1.Shiver and Fears is always looking for partnership, so if you have a talent or a hobby, it might be useful for Shiver and Fears, so share it.

2. We stay child friendly here on the server. Let not use foul language on the server, just in case we have some young members.

3.Be kind and responsible. We use code names on discord. But we don't have to be friends if you don't feel comfortable.

We hope to see you soon, if you have any question, I'd love to answer them. So, see you on discord!

April News

 Gosh, I've had a occupied month lately. So not only is Shiver and Fears making its way to Enid this Saturday, but I have been doing a fun activity with a few fans this month. It's new because I never got to do things like this before. It's the Shiver and Fears golden egg hunt. Fans get a chance to win a prize from Shiver and Fears. This includes candy (traditional), Light up pens (new product), ebook codes, (free reading) and of course, the unlucky charm (Sorry no prize for you!)

Kids are going crazy trying to find Shiver and Fears eggs. 

We are now going on to round 2 with the egg search. This is because some students got a prank egg. Now although this doesn't mean next round the same kid will find that egg, BUT all the kids want is more. More eggs to find, more prizes to redeem, lucky for them this is going on for the whole month of April.

Now about Enid Author Fest. My idea for this event includes a similar activity. Pens will be for sale $4 but anyone will get a chance to choose an egg and check of they win a pen. This will also include a prank egg as well. Shive and Fears book of choice will be Sibling Subtraction. But are only providing a count of 8 books. (Budgets, you know?)

Lastly I want to let you know Shiver and Fears new book cannot be published until an illustrator can be found. Now, don't get me wrong, we have Cameron and Conner, but they have been busy with other line of work. So Shiver and Fears books are set on a private shelf publicly. (Yep, that was an oxymoron) You can catch the new book Here.

Anyway, hope you get to Chill Out this month, because there's more coming up soon.

Shiver and Fears Shopping Spree

 So just yesterday a kid asked about Shiver and Fears merch. Well, on my own time, I given away scarves, pencils, winter caps, and a puzzle.

Now a few years ago Shiver and Fears did have on online store set up, the problem was the purchases were too high AND the product weren't charming enough for the crowd. 

But now we do have a few places were Shiver and Fears merch can be found. If you ask these sites about Shiver and Fears merch, they will hook you up.

Do you want some apparel? Shirts, jackets, pants? Then Cam-Dazzle Design is the perfect place for you! You can click on their website or email them at camdazzledesigns@gmail.com. You can mention your request for Shiver and Fears clothes, and you can receive it in a week or so.

Would you like your bed to have a Shiver and Fears pillow? That can be given by Animated Eclectic email them at aebhgb@gmail.com for a pillow with Shiver and Fears monster of year on the front. Don't worry, it's a little vicious, but you can just flip it over. You'll receive that within the month.

Lastly, we have Elevated Growth with Shiver and Fears pins. These pins get passed out to Shiver and Fears super fans but can be bought by this amazing company. There are 2 pins to choose from. A "I CHILL OUT WITH SHIVER AND FEARS" and a "A DOLLY'S NIGHTMARE". Sounds interesting? Start clicking now!

As of now, I am still looking for merch customizers to team with Shiver and Fears to add a Shiver and Fears product to their collection. If you make something: a ring, shoes, cookies ANYTHING a juvenile or child would enjoy, please contact me. shiverandfears@gmail.com

Chill out and join the team.

Secret Shiver and Fears Code

What is up Shiver and Fears fans! Especially you Super fans! You can identify the first 10 super fans with their pins. (Provided by Animated Eclectic) {buy one here} 

I want to let more fans in on the secret! If you want to become a super fan of Shiver and Fears and solve this month's code located on the website, then here is your chance!

Shiver and Fears secret code <click that This video will explain to you how to solve secret messages I provide on YouTube and Shiverandfears.com.

If you can solve the practice code given in the video, then you can solve any code I throw at you, not to mention send me a message as well!

Are you a super fan yet? Do remember if you solve this code, you CAN'T tell anyone how you solved it or where you learned it from.

Why? 

Well, It helps our fans grow! Some fans might read this and decide it's not worth it, which means they miss out on contests made for super fans. And it helps point out who truly is following Shiver and Fears.

Can you imagine taking a friend to a Selena Gomez concert, but they never heard of her before? Then while on stage she picks your friend to be a backup dancer, just because she was dancing to a song, she/he never heard!

That should have been you!

I don't want that to happen. If I give out free books to my fans, I want it to be given to a person who checks the website monthly, watches Shiver and Fears videos, even has a few books on their shelf.

If you become a super fan, show me! Post a comment using the Shiver and Fears code. and I will write you back. Or at least try to.

here is some fan art. What do you think this is?

These Pens are worth $4

 Well fans it's happening! Shiver and Fears is still growing as we continue passing around the merch to our young fans. As of now Animated Eclectic and Elevated Growth have started to introduce Shiver and Fears perch and now we have another product to introduce.

Check out Shiver and Fears Light-up pens!

These pens work as a stylist and a pen, but I'm sure you'll be more interested in the lighting up part. There is a long story to go with what it took to make this process happen. You can catch the video of it all on Youtube.

Now, about the pens. Yes, they cost only $4 each. Now as a fan who loves to see Shiver and Fears grow into more than just books, then this product needs your attention! 

Instead of having such an amazing pen for yourself, you should share! Buy a pen and give it to someone special. Now don't be sitting there stating that this pen isn't worth $4 even if it does glow. Because here's the thing, the young ones will LOVE it. How often do kids come across a pen that lights up? 

Don't believe me? Well last year I sold Shiver and Fears color changing pencils. To this day, I still have kids/ fans asking for pencils. Sadly, I ran out the market for those pencils and went to pens. Now, these kids haven't seen these pens, BUT I've already shown a few people and they already want to buy a pen.

I suggest, you look into this. Email me or comment this blog post.

Happy Valentines day fan!

 Check this out fans of Shiver and Fears! We have created our own secret code! How do you solve our messages, only a true fan would know. Because only a true fan gets link to the secret video!

Now, you might be a fan of Shiver and Fears. If that's true, all you have to do is leave a comment. You'll receive the location of this video and a valentine card with a coded message.

If you solve the code, send the message to AJ. and guess what? Yep, you guessed it, you'll get a prize! Best of luck!

Now this was earlier this month. Fans have already gotten their prize and have been claimed SUPER FANS. Why didn't you hear about this? well it was on the website. You should visit more often.

Do you claim to be a super fan? Well then, let put you to the test. Before we give you the test there are a few simple rules you must follow when being a super fan:

This code is a secret. You can't go telling people how the code works, otherwise ANYONE can solve these messages and don't have to prove they're worth knowing the code, you know?

a super fan isn't just someone who knows the code. It's proof that you exist! Let me explain. For these fans to know the code, this means they saw the video. A video that a simple fan can't locate just by asking. These fans watched this video and understood how it works. That shows effort.

So here is the SUPER FAN test. Solve this code and email me your answer. If you are already a Super fan, this means the trick I've placed in this code doesn't faze you. Can you solve this:

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Now remember you can't tell anyone how to solve this code! Now if you want to know how to solve this code, here is a hint (I want to see how much dedication you have to do this) Go to the website, you have found the video when you see the valentine.

Best of luck!

New Book in the Making

So Shiver and Fears is making some changes to it's book series. You might have seen a few upgrades over time. The logo, the slogan, the website, and even the books have gone through a few changes as well. Well, my books are making another change. This change isn't very effective, but I think it's time.

Last changes we did for book was the cover idea. Each book cover was postered on a poloid photo, now readers can view the book cover as though walking through the door.

This year we're changing the back cover. As you, the reader, knows back covers are usually where a summary of the book is placed. Shiver and Fears has always place it there, but now the summary is going to be changed. It'll be told in 1st person form instead of the original 3rd person.

I didn't say these changes were big, just different. Another thing that I'm working on is with another illustration partner. So the covers will be a bit different... again.

One thing that I hope will change is the thickness of the book. If you are new, then you might want to read about this. Shiver and Fears is only 20 chapters long. But most books haven't even reached to 100 pages. Although most have, each chapter of a book is about 5 or less pages long, and rarely more than that. This year my books are expanding. Want to know why? Check this out.

During the first set of years writing. I was a little impatient. I had an idea of the plot, but didn't know how to really widespread a chapter without being dull. For example, check out how I change this simple snip:

Sam ran through the forest. The wolf was behind him. Sam tripped over a branch. He knew it was over.

Now this is an idea of how I would write a story. Kind of simple and not much to work with. After doing some reading and years of studying, I think I've improved a little:

Sam's heart pounded against his chest running through the forest. Growls and snarls came from the wolf as it chased behind him. Sam rushed full speed, not realizing the branch was bound to stop him. He fell headfirst into the leaves and dirt. Sam was too tired to make another move. He knew that he had reached his end.

What do you think? I'm trying to be more detailed in my books now. But I tend to have a fear to overdose the chapters. I mean, I want to expand them, but I don't want 20 page chapters. Just want to go over the 100 page mark. So my estimate is 130-200 pages nothing near 400. It might mean Shiver and Fears will be a little more expensive. We'll see...

Now, you might be wondering what is the next book about. Well.. I'll give a hint. It not as detailed as you might think. So don't put too much thought into it. 

Now here is my clue. The cover has nothing to do with the book. Skinny Creeps isn't a part of the book either. But what Skinny Creeps is has is the whole plot of the story.

Think you got it? We'll see once this book get's finished. Right now, 1 have 10 chapters to write!

MLK Parade 2023- Shiver and Fears

There were so many fans at that parade, but just not enough cards and candy to pass out, not to mention not enough hands to get to everyone. It's hard work. To pass out to dozens of hands, catch up with your ride, and reload yourself every time.

Here's what I learned: 

  Don't share with those behind your ride, share with those in front. If you run ahead and hand candy or whatever to people in front, instead behind, the ride will catch up with you. That makes it easy to grab more candy than being behind, racing up to the car every few seconds and going further back to reach more people.

  Get a load of 500+ I only had a load of 100 cards, I ran out before even getting to the heart of the parade and about 500 pieces of candy. We ended with a small load, (like 3 candies for each team member)

  Everyone can't get what they want. There are over 10,000 hands who are begging for candy. My advice for that is only hand out candy to those who acknowledge you. I would wave around with a smile, not even showing off the candy, if they wave back, I give them a piece, especially if they were kids. That way you have a reason to give people your attention. It's like a secret message to the people. That way you're not choosing whoever and giving people a chance to greet you.

  The last piece of a advice I is present your business with a catch phrase, shirt, or poster. There I was without a card to give to anyone, But, it was on my shirt, I had it on my poster, but what I felt helped people the most was saying "READING IS IMPORTANT, SO CHILL OUT WITH SHIVER AND FEARS!" Not sure how much it helped, but with that phrase hopefully people understand Shiver and Fears has to do with books and check it out based on the phrase, "chill out" 

The video i have here may not show much. But you get whatever you can when you put together a team. But i want to know what you think we should do differently for next year's parade. Comment your thoughts.

What's on it's way...

 If you recall last year, this was about the time the idea for What's Your Story was created and the book: Terror Tales 2 was published a few months afterwards. Well, get this. It's that time again, but this time it's not going to books, it's staying right here! Why go to Barnes and Noble to read a book made by kids, when you can catch them here.

Which means Shiver and Fears is making some changes. 1st of all, with ebooks being given away the website will have to add a QR code reader, since those are hard to come by (I've tried) and with kids writing stories, that mean we'll have to set up a whole new page for just them!

Wow, Shiver and Fears really is expanding. I just received news this week that Shiver and Fears has been welcomed into a public elementary school! Meanwhile, right now I am putting together a team for the Martan Luther King Parade 

This is going to take time and money to get done, I'm sure it can happen. Meanwhile, with this being 2023 it's time to get back into the groove of writing, but what do the fans want? More fears? or maybe a little magic... We'll see. Just hang out tight, because this year, your chills are getting bigger.