Aerin Apeltun - THE OPAL KING out now!
@aerinapeltun.bsky.social
Author of Upper YA/NA Romantasy. THE OPAL KING and CRYSTAL BLOODS out now. @elsewhen.press. NA Romantasy late 2025 SmashBear Publishing.
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Looking for a great summer YA Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure read? Then look no further! THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy and CRYSTAL BLOODS are all available from Amazon now!
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
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If you’re hoping to be published, read this. I’ll answer from an agent’s POV this week!
@charmstrong.bsky.social
and I are tackling a fun topic this week on our Substacks....
THE STATE OF TRAD PUB.
There's receipts & cited sources about the deals & trends I'm noticing as an author. Maybe a new avenue I'm considering....
Mine publishes tomorrow morning! <3 #writingcommunity
and I are tackling a fun topic this week on our Substacks....
THE STATE OF TRAD PUB.
There's receipts & cited sources about the deals & trends I'm noticing as an author. Maybe a new avenue I'm considering....
Mine publishes tomorrow morning! <3 #writingcommunity
October 6, 2025 at 3:39 AM
If you’re hoping to be published, read this. I’ll answer from an agent’s POV this week!
Just had a #PitchDis request for my ‘Flintlock’ Romantasy! So excited!
Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love.
When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #NA #F #R
When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #NA #F #R
September 18, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Just had a #PitchDis request for my ‘Flintlock’ Romantasy! So excited!
Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love.
When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #NA #F #R
When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #NA #F #R
August 16, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love.
When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #NA #F #R
When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #NA #F #R
Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love. When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
August 16, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love. When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love. When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
August 16, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Forced to marry to appease his family’s curse, best friends, Jac & Nell, set out to break it - but friendship turns to love. When Nell must make the ultimate sacrifice to free them, Jac has only one chance to save her before he loses her forever...
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
#PosterPit #Q #F #R #NA
I’m excited to announce that I have just signed with @elsewhen.press for a sequel to February’s CRYSTAL BLOODS!
Out early next year, Upper YA Romantasy, SUN AND STARLIGHT, will send Sorsha and Etienne on a dangerous new mission...
#newbook #sequel #booksky
Out early next year, Upper YA Romantasy, SUN AND STARLIGHT, will send Sorsha and Etienne on a dangerous new mission...
#newbook #sequel #booksky
August 3, 2025 at 8:35 AM
I’m excited to announce that I have just signed with @elsewhen.press for a sequel to February’s CRYSTAL BLOODS!
Out early next year, Upper YA Romantasy, SUN AND STARLIGHT, will send Sorsha and Etienne on a dangerous new mission...
#newbook #sequel #booksky
Out early next year, Upper YA Romantasy, SUN AND STARLIGHT, will send Sorsha and Etienne on a dangerous new mission...
#newbook #sequel #booksky
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Drama queen Talie is my favourite, and it's also the reason Taz looks at her and basically sees Kainen in a skirt...
(Scene is from book 5 draft 1 😇)
(Scene is from book 5 draft 1 😇)
July 30, 2025 at 1:50 PM
Drama queen Talie is my favourite, and it's also the reason Taz looks at her and basically sees Kainen in a skirt...
(Scene is from book 5 draft 1 😇)
(Scene is from book 5 draft 1 😇)
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New book trailer to celebrate being featured on Ingram Spark's list of Sci-Fi Standouts!
#sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #scifi #scifibooks #timetravel #booksky #indiepress @elsewhen.press #LoveElsewhen
#sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #scifi #scifibooks #timetravel #booksky #indiepress @elsewhen.press #LoveElsewhen
July 28, 2025 at 10:51 AM
New book trailer to celebrate being featured on Ingram Spark's list of Sci-Fi Standouts!
#sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #scifi #scifibooks #timetravel #booksky #indiepress @elsewhen.press #LoveElsewhen
#sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #scifi #scifibooks #timetravel #booksky #indiepress @elsewhen.press #LoveElsewhen
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Five months ago today, I became a published author. Waiting to hear what readers thought of my story was nerve wracking, but the reviews have been wonderful, and I'm super grateful to all those who've taken the time to post!
#booksky #sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #timetravel @elsewhen.press
#booksky #sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #timetravel @elsewhen.press
July 21, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Five months ago today, I became a published author. Waiting to hear what readers thought of my story was nerve wracking, but the reviews have been wonderful, and I'm super grateful to all those who've taken the time to post!
#booksky #sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #timetravel @elsewhen.press
#booksky #sciencefiction #sciencefictionbooks #timetravel @elsewhen.press
Reposted by Aerin Apeltun - THE OPAL KING out now!
Looking for a great summer YA Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure read? Then look no further! THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy and CRYSTAL BLOODS are all available from Amazon now!
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
July 12, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Looking for a great summer YA Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure read? Then look no further! THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy and CRYSTAL BLOODS are all available from Amazon now!
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
Looking for a great summer YA Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure read? Then look no further! THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy and CRYSTAL BLOODS are all available from Amazon now!
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
July 12, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Looking for a great summer YA Fantasy, Romance, and Adventure read? Then look no further! THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy and CRYSTAL BLOODS are all available from Amazon now!
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
#ya #yafantasy #yaromantasy
Librarian seeks bride in lottery to share family curse with him for the sake of the country. No future prospects. Likely to die early. Books and accommodation provided. Bring own musket.
🚨Best friends need not apply🚨
#UnhingedPit #NA #F #R #H #FR #Q
🚨Best friends need not apply🚨
#UnhingedPit #NA #F #R #H #FR #Q
a green book with a triquetra on the cover
ALT: a green book with a triquetra on the cover
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July 9, 2025 at 4:04 PM
New WIP plot currently at 6000 words and counting...
a woman with red hair is sitting at a desk with books
ALT: a woman with red hair is sitting at a desk with books
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July 7, 2025 at 10:20 PM
New WIP plot currently at 6000 words and counting...
Out now!
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
July 4, 2025 at 9:39 AM
Out now!
Reposted by Aerin Apeltun - THE OPAL KING out now!
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
June 27, 2025 at 7:40 AM
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
Out now!
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
June 28, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Out now!
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
June 27, 2025 at 7:40 AM
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, and ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands…
#ya #books #booksky #newbook
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands…
#ya #books #booksky #newbook
June 26, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
June 25, 2025 at 8:44 AM
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
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For years, there was a gap on my bookshelf. As a lifelong Dalek obsessive, I never understood why there hadn't been a comprehensive history of all the major toy and model lines; only an occasional page or section in books or magazines . I eventually realised it was my job to fill that gap...
June 25, 2025 at 8:34 AM
For years, there was a gap on my bookshelf. As a lifelong Dalek obsessive, I never understood why there hadn't been a comprehensive history of all the major toy and model lines; only an occasional page or section in books or magazines . I eventually realised it was my job to fill that gap...
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
June 25, 2025 at 8:44 AM
If you like YA Fantasy, adventure, romance, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS are for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they seek the stolen Fire Opal before it can destroy the Five Lands...
#booksky
If you like YA Fantasy, romance, forbidden love, adventure, fabled lands, & ‘he falls first’ vibes, then THE CURSED WEAPONS trilogy is for you!
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands…
#ya #books
She’s the assassin sent to kill his sister. He’s the prince struggling to find his place in the world. Together, they will change the Five Lands…
#ya #books
June 24, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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I'm so grateful for every review!
#sciencefiction #scifi #booksky #timetravel #bookreview @elsewhen.press
#sciencefiction #scifi #booksky #timetravel #bookreview @elsewhen.press
June 24, 2025 at 7:30 AM
I'm so grateful for every review!
#sciencefiction #scifi #booksky #timetravel #bookreview @elsewhen.press
#sciencefiction #scifi #booksky #timetravel #bookreview @elsewhen.press
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Do you enjoy forbidden love, 'he falls first' vibes, adventure, and a little magic? CRYSTAL BLOODS, an Upper YA Fantasy Romance, is the summer read for you!
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance
June 22, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Do you enjoy forbidden love, 'he falls first' vibes, adventure, and a little magic? CRYSTAL BLOODS, an Upper YA Fantasy Romance, is the summer read for you!
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance
Do you enjoy forbidden love, 'he falls first' vibes, adventure, and a little magic? CRYSTAL BLOODS, an Upper YA Fantasy Romance, is the summer read for you!
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance
June 22, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Do you enjoy forbidden love, 'he falls first' vibes, adventure, and a little magic? CRYSTAL BLOODS, an Upper YA Fantasy Romance, is the summer read for you!
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance
"Crystals mean power, Crystal Blood means death."
#summerread #YA #YAFantasy #YARomantasy #fantasy #books #YAFantasyRomance #fantasyromance