Well, how’s that for a mouthful of a title?
Today is the official release date for Song of Leira, the third and final book in the Songkeeper Chronicles. This is a huge moment because it is the final book … but also because I’ve been waiting for what seems like forever for you to finally read it.
And now it’s here, I certainly can’t let something like this pass by without celebrating, so I hope you all are ready to have some fun! But first, here’s a glimpse at the book.
SONG OF LEIRA (Book Three of the Songkeeper Chronicles)
THE SONG BIDS HER RISE TO BATTLE.
Reeling from her disastrous foray into the Pit, Birdie, the young Songkeeper, retreats into the mountains. But in the war-torn north, kneeling on bloodstained battlefields to sing the souls of the dying to rest, her resolve to accept her calling is strengthened. Such evil cannot go unchallenged.
Torn between oaths to protect the Underground runners and to rescue his friend from the slave camps, Ky Huntyr enlists Birdie’s aid. Their mission to free the captives unravels the horrifying thread connecting the legendary spring, Artair’s sword, and the slave camps. But the Takhran’s schemes are already in motion. Powerful singers have arisen to lead his army—singers who can shake the earth and master the sea—and monsters rampage across the land.
As Leira falters on the verge of defeat, the Song bids her rise to battle, and the Songkeeper must answer.
Find Song of Leira online: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, CBD
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#SongofLeira Contest
Along with the release, today we are launching into probably the most fun contest I’ve ever done for the release of a book. I am honestly so excited about it, guys, and I think you will have so much fun with it too.
Before I tell you what it is though, here’s a glimpse at what’s at stake!
Don’t you guys just love that mug? (I do!)
And now, are you curious about what exactly the contest is? Watch the video to find out!
What do y’all think? Are you ready to “Adventure with Your Book” this summer?
How to Enter the Contest:
Summer is about adventuring! I think reading and real-life adventuring can go hand in hand, so we’re going to give it a try.
- Step 1: Choose your adventure! Example: kayking, hiking, picnic, visiting with friends, roller coaster rides, baseball games, etc.
- Step 2: Take your copy of Song of Leira with you and take a picture/video of your adventure and book!
- Step 3: Post your picture/video online (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) and don’t forget to use the hashtag #SongofLeiraContest and tag me (@GillianBronteAdams on Facebook/Instagram or @theSongkeeper on Twitter). THIS IS SO IMPORTANT, y’all. If you forget the hashtag and tag … I won’t be able to find your picture and you won’t be entered into the contest … which would be so sad!
- Step 4: An illustrious panel of judges will review the photos and videos and select one MOST ADVENTURESOME WINNER who will take home the GRAND PRIZE. The judges will also select several other categories of winners that will depend entirely on the types of adventures and pictures you guys come up with!
(Potential categories: “Most like the book”, “craziest adventure”, “wackiest photo”, “Largest Fellowship” – for the most people in your photo, etc. Like I said, the categories aren’t final yet, because I want to see the awesome pictures you guys come up with.) - Step 5: Winners and the winning photos will be announced at the Song of Leira/King’s War Facebook Party on June 22nd! That’s only a few weeks away guys, so get adventuring!
Official #SongofLeiraContest Guidelines:
(Because, of course, we must have guidelines!)
- Participants under 18 must have parental permission before entering the contest
- By tagging the photo with #SongofLeiraContest, you are agreeing to let me share the image again as part of the contest. I will tag and credit the photo to you.
- Only submit photos that you have the right to submit. Don’t tag and share photos of others without their permission. (This should go without saying!)
- This contest is … sadly … only open in the US. (Apologies to all my dear international friends! But don’t worry, we’ll have some international giveaways at the Facebook Party – invite below!)
And just to get your creative juices flowing, here are some pictures from my #SongofLeiraContest adventure.
Needless to say, I had way too much fun adventuring with my book. And my darling wild thing was a great sport!
Ready? Well, let’s get adventuring!
YOU’RE INVITED TO A FACEBOOK PARTY
Okay, I know I’ve mentioned this one before … but today I thought it was high time I let you guys in on some of the awesome giveaways that we’ll have up for grabs. Seriously. I wish I could attend this one! It is going to be way cool because …
1. Jill Williamson – Y’all know I have fangirled over Jill’s books for years and that is not only because her books are awesome but because Jill herself is awesome. I’m so thrilled to call her my friend and so excited to be doing a Facebook party with her, and I know you guys are going to love it!!!
2. The prizes …Okay, this is why I wish I could attend the party instead of host the party, because I really want some of these prizes! I don’t want to spoil all the surprises at once, but I will share the Three Grand Prizes with you! Ready?
- Kinsman Chronicles Trilogy & Swag Set: Autographed copies of the entire trilogy, buttons, bookmarks, and a Kinsman Chronicles poster!
- Songkeeper Chronicles Trilogy & Swag Set: Autographed copies of the entire trilogy, a special Song of Leira wooden bookmark, character cards, and a map of Leira!
- And a 3 Month Subscription to Owlcrate: You’ll be surprised with a brand new YA novel in your mail box for the next three months and you’ll get lots of awesome bookish swag with it. :D
- We’ll also have a special prize for the person who invites the most friends! So … you know … the more the merrier! (And, yes, some of the prizes will be open internationally!)
3. You’re going to be there! Right? Okay, okay, cheesy, I know. But you guys are what make these Facebook parties AWESOME! So I really hope you come.
RSVP TO THE PARTY HERE!
With Song of Leira‘s release, I decided it was high time to create a special corner of the website specifically for The Songkeeper Chronicles so you guys can explore the world of Leira and the characters and creatures within.
I have been promising y’all a pronunciation guide for the past four years … and we finally have one! You can find it along with several new maps, a fan art gallery, and all the character info you could ever want over in the Explore The World of Leira section of this site.
Well … that’s everything I have to announce right now! Thanks for letting me share my excitement, guys. I hope y’all join in the fun and have a blast reading Song of Leira. There’s a lot of my heart in this book, and I can never get over how amazing it is that I get to write the stories that I love and share them with you guys. I’m just so grateful for all my readers and I think y’all are pretty boggswoggling amazing.