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ABOUT
I wasn’t born in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could! Or, so the saying goes. My driving motivation was the handsome hunk who has been putting up with my antics full time since 2013. We’ve been blessed with two beautiful girls and the best pup on the planet. We survived his medical school journey, and the end of residency is on the horizon. It took me a long time to build up the courage to fully commit to writing, but I’m in it for the long haul now! I love writing, and I look forward to sharing my crazy imagination with the world soon.
News/Announcements
Coming Soon!
My debut YA novel is set to come out 2025 with Ringtale Publishing! Keep an eye on this space for more information on the cover and specific release date.
Pitches for Books I've Written
Emergent
BLOOD HEIR x THE PLACES I'VE CRIED IN PUBLIC
Shay's superhuman ability is strong enough to save her chosen family from those seeking to enslave Emergents, but first she has to free herself from the man who saved her life and claimed her as his own #YA #UF
Shay's superhuman ability is strong enough to save her chosen family from those seeking to enslave Emergents, but first she has to free herself from the man who saved her life and claimed her as his own #YA #UF
Hollow Daggers
ASSISTANT TO THE VILLAIN x NINTH HOUSE x GET SMART
Baz is a matchmaker for a clandestine organization. To cope with the shady things he's asked to do he split his personality, but now he's being hunted by his employers. Can he reclaim his fractured mind and skills in time to take them down first? #A #UF
Baz is a matchmaker for a clandestine organization. To cope with the shady things he's asked to do he split his personality, but now he's being hunted by his employers. Can he reclaim his fractured mind and skills in time to take them down first? #A #UF
Queen of the Cursed
GUILDED x HOUSE OF SALT AND SORROWS
When all the young women in the kingdom start dying from the queen's magical curses, Leah has to overcome her PTSD and combine her tracking skills with the talents of her chosen family to save the kingdom--and her life--from her vengeful step-mother #FTR #NA #F
When all the young women in the kingdom start dying from the queen's magical curses, Leah has to overcome her PTSD and combine her tracking skills with the talents of her chosen family to save the kingdom--and her life--from her vengeful step-mother #FTR #NA #F
Symbiotes (Coming in 2025 with Ringtale Publishing!)
THE LAST OF US x HOUSE OF SALT AND SORROWS
When Sora accidentally bonds with a unique fungus, she tries to keep it a secret… but when kids start turning into mindless zombie puppets, her symbiotic bond might be the only thing that can save them all. #YA #F #H
When Sora accidentally bonds with a unique fungus, she tries to keep it a secret… but when kids start turning into mindless zombie puppets, her symbiotic bond might be the only thing that can save them all. #YA #F #H
Bloodblessed
LEGENDBORN x GODS OF JADE AND SHADOW
Ziyanya, endowed with the gods' abilities in her blood, fights to save the gods after learning they're being held prisoner by a woman doing blood sacrifices of stolen children to fuel the spell (Mayan inspired) #YA #NA #F
Ziyanya, endowed with the gods' abilities in her blood, fights to save the gods after learning they're being held prisoner by a woman doing blood sacrifices of stolen children to fuel the spell (Mayan inspired) #YA #NA #F
All That Glitters (Currently Querying!)
FOURTH WING x THESE HOLLOW VOWS x ROBIN HOOD
Orielle's secret hunt for a magic-stealing, murderous Wizard leads her to the handsome King of Æled and his mysterious guard, Emond, but they have dangerous secrets of their own. Trusting the wrong person might jeopardize Orielle's quest... and her life. #NA #romantasy
Orielle's secret hunt for a magic-stealing, murderous Wizard leads her to the handsome King of Æled and his mysterious guard, Emond, but they have dangerous secrets of their own. Trusting the wrong person might jeopardize Orielle's quest... and her life. #NA #romantasy
The Acolyte (Currently Querying!)
MY LADY JANE x UNWIND x FIVE BROKEN BLADES
After being abducted by an intriguing—and attractive—rival, Chione discovers the god she's meant to sacrifice herself to is actually a demon— now Chione is determined to seal away that demon, even if it means she must sacrifice herself to save others from making the same mistake. #YA #F
After being abducted by an intriguing—and attractive—rival, Chione discovers the god she's meant to sacrifice herself to is actually a demon— now Chione is determined to seal away that demon, even if it means she must sacrifice herself to save others from making the same mistake. #YA #F
The UnChosen One (WIP)
WARM BODIES x ASSISTANT TO THE VILLAIN x TRESS OF THE EMERALD SEA
When Reaper #872 is late to reap a soul, the unthinkable happens--the body reanimates, and the soul is refusing to leave, claiming he's the "Chosen One." Now 872 has to help the kid regain his memories and complete the quest to keep his boss from discovering his mistake.
#A #CF #Funny #Cozy
When Reaper #872 is late to reap a soul, the unthinkable happens--the body reanimates, and the soul is refusing to leave, claiming he's the "Chosen One." Now 872 has to help the kid regain his memories and complete the quest to keep his boss from discovering his mistake.
#A #CF #Funny #Cozy
Fantasy Thriller (WIP)
I'm keeping this one close for now, but since I am actively writing it, I want that cemented here.
Blog
It can be tempting to hit readers with a bunch of twists, but remember to let them breathe or they'll lose their impact.
Read MoreHave the pacing match the rest of the book, let us know the MC's personality, and avoid too much world-building.
Read MoreIf an agent says to query them with future projects, even if it's on a "form" rejection, DO IT!
Read MoreDon't let yourself be too sad when you don't land your "dream" agent. After all, your dreams may very well change!
Read MoreDon't take every bit of advice you get, and don't panic when an agent doesn't connect with your work. Revise wisely, with what's best for the story in mind. Remember, all it takes is one yes!
Read MoreLearn to be flexible with your expectations, and with yourself. What works for one book might not work for another! Be kind to yourself, and be willing to adapt.
Read MoreA lot of the time (not always) "very" is a weak word. Here's a list of better words to replace it with!
Read MoreThere are a lot of resources out there to help you get better at querying. Some are paid and some are free. Here's a few I recommend, and some caveats about how you use them!
Read MoreThese days there are a lot of pitch events. Here's the how and why to make the most of them
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Author
Amanda Linnemeyer
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