Alternate Covers – A Brand-Defining Process

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Last May when I visited my publisher, Bethany House, in Minnesota, I had the incredible pleasure/delight of seeing the preliminary covers designed by Kirk DouPonce of DogEared Design. they had considered for Conspiracy of Silence (Tox Files #1). Interesting to me was the fact that these covers were almost *exactly* what I’d asked for and hoped for with this  new series. What’s even more interesting is that I’d already seen/released the cover for Conspiracy, so as my mind worked past the question, “Why didn’t they use these?” – I realized a few things: MERIT – Each cover I saw (posted below) was great, amazing even. One or two I’m a bit envious of admittedly. They all would’ve worked and been a …

Tox Gear!! Get yours now!

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Hooah!! Check it out, y’all! Rapid-Fire Fiction has teamed up with the ultra-talented Emilie Hendryx of E.A. Creative. Not only is she a fantastic photographer, but she is a brilliant designer. I threw some ideas at her, and she created this simply perfect logo for The Tox Files. But then, we took it a step further–Emilie has a Society 6 Shop where you can pick up some Tox Files gear!! I’m super excited about these, and I’m sure you’ll be as pleased with your purchase as I have been!! Below are some of the items you can get. Emilie set up a Ronie Kendig – Tox Files Collection that will provide the different designs of the logo. Select one, then …

Reviews for Conspiracy of Silence – He’s InTOXicating!!

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It’s true – the professional reviews are coming in, and Tox is scoring big!!   Booklist Online said Conspiracy of Silence is a “. . .fast-moving, roller-coaster thriller. . .”   RT Book Reviews named Conspiracy of Silence a Top Pick! with 4.5 stars!   Kendig’s first book in her Tox Files takes readers on an explosive, action-packed global journey to stop a terrorist from releasing a deadly toxin with biblical origins. Kendig has pulled out all the stops in this highly entertaining read that has plot elements of a Tom Clancy or Dan Brown novel. This is a thrill ride with a story that barely stops to catch its breath before the action revs back up again. The hero, Tox, …