Tuesday, March 24, 2015

The Body Institute Cover Reveal

Today is a very special day. Today is the cover reveal for one of my much loved critique partners. We've been reading each other's work for years, been through all the highs and lows together, and now I'm super excited for her fabulous success. I love the cover. And between you and me, the book is even better!
The Body Institute by Carol Riggs
Release Date: 1st September 2015
Entangled Teen

Meet Morgan Dey, one of the top teen Reducers at The Body Institute.

Thanks to cutting-edge technology, Morgan can temporarily take over another girl’s body, get her in shape, and then return to her own body—leaving her client slimmer, more toned, and feeling great. Only there are a few catches…

For one, Morgan won’t remember what happens in her “Loaner” body. Once she’s done, she won’t recall walks with her new friend Matt, conversations with the super-cute Reducer she’s been text-flirting with, or the uneasy feeling she has that the director of The Body Institute is hiding something. Still, it’s all worth it in the name of science. Until the glitches start…

Suddenly, residual memories from her Loaner are cropping up in Morgan’s mind. She’s feeling less like herself and more like someone else. And when protests from an anti–Body Institute organization threaten her safety, she’ll have to decide if being a Reducer is worth the cost of her body and soul…

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About the Author
I'm a YA writer represented by Kelly Sonnack of Andrea Brown Literary. My sci-fi novel THE BODY INSTITUTE explores the themes of society, identity, and body image. I live in the beautiful, green state of Oregon and have a Studio Arts degree; I'm an SCBWI member.

You'll usually find me in my writing cave, surrounded by my dragon collection and the characters in my head. I also enjoy reading--mostly young adult novels--as well as drawing, painting, and quilting. I also attend writing conferences, walk with my husband, and enjoy music and dance of all kinds.

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Cover Reveal Organized by: YA Bound Book Tours

 

37 comments:

Hilary Melton-Butcher said...

Hi Lynda and Carol - The Body Institute sounds really interesting especially as you have this creative mind and use those skills effectively apparently ... your cave sounds a great place to be - good luck - cheers Hilary

DEZMOND said...

one of the prettier covers we've seen around the blogosphere! Congrats to Carol!

Terri Tiffany said...

I love it!!!! So excited for Carol!!

Alex J. Cavanaugh said...

Congratulations to Carol!

Natalie Aguirre said...

Congrats to Carol! Love her cover.

Misha Gerrick said...

Congrats, Carol! Your story sounds awesome.

Pat Hatt said...

Congrats indeed. That is one awesome cover

Victoria Lindstrom said...

Congratulations to Carol! The cover is super.

J.L. Campbell said...

I like the sound of this book.
Congrats to Carol!

H. R. Sinclair said...

Congrats Carol! Great premise and the cover is beautiful. I like the colors scheme too.

RosieC said...

That cover is amazing! Congratulations, Carol!

Victoria Marie Lees said...

Oh, wow! This plot is creepy--great, but creepy. Now I understand the cover, which is amazing, just like Rosie C said. Thanks for sharing this, Lynda and Carol. All the luck with the book, Carol.

Carol Riggs said...

Thank you, everyone! Hugs! LOL Victoria--"great, but creepy." :)

Lynda R Young as Elle Cardy said...

I agree, Dezzy, plus it really suits the story.

Lynda R Young as Elle Cardy said...

There are creepy elements in the book... and that's what makes it so great! ;)

Cynthia said...

I just read about this book on another blog. Congratulations to Carol!

L. Diane Wolfe said...

Such a cold cover, but after reading the synopsis, it really fits. Such a frightening future.

Theresa Milstein said...

I'm so happy for Carol! I think her premise is awesome!

Denise Covey said...

I adore, adore, adore the cover! And the story sounds unique! Go Carol! Congratulations! And Lyn, cool that you've been CPing for years!

Lynda R Young as Elle Cardy said...

It's been a fun ride which I hope will continue for years to come.

Luanne G. Smith said...

Very cool cover! And congrats to Carol. :)

Stephen Tremp said...

Great to see Carol with a cover reveal. I'm really really really happy for her. Sending thoughts of a smashing success her way ........................ now!

Anonymous said...

Congrats to Carol. I pre-ordered it.

Unknown said...

Sound cool, and that cover is sweet.

emaginette said...

You had me at the cover and the question. Looking forward to the read. :-)

Anna from Shout with Emaginette

Patsy said...

It's exciting when a writing buddy is successful.

Lynda R Young as Elle Cardy said...

It truly is, isn't it. Carol has thoroughly earned this success too...and more!

Anonymous said...

Not only is the cover awesome, but the book sounds awesome, too. I love sci-fi movies but for some reason can never get into sci-fi books, but this one sounds great. :)

Chemist Ken said...

Having someone exercise for you sounds like a great concept. Great idea, Carol!

Blue Grumpster said...

A few catches... I knew it!

cleemckenzie said...

I want one. My body could use more workout, and I don't have any time left to give it one. Sign me up! I love this idea.

Tyrean Martinson said...

Yay!!! I'm so excited for Carol!!!

Mark said...

Sounds like a rad story! :)

Blue Grumpster said...

He's right. Most covers just look cheap. And you know what they say... We judge a book by its cover.

Lynda R Young as Elle Cardy said...

rad.. love it! ;)

Lynda R Young as Elle Cardy said...

As much as we'd like to deny it, we so do judge a book by it's cover.

Joylene Nowell Butler said...

Now this is something I would say is quite unique. The story sounds fascinating, and totally new. Best of luck.