Yours Truly on Bookstore Without Borders, Goodreads, etc!

A little advert going around online right now for the eBook version - enjoy the preview!

Hi dearest ones,

Just thought I'd share some fun stuff going on right here at The Pathos Pen.  I am now an author featured on Goodreads.  Fun stuff! :)  Additionally, I am now an Indie Author with Bookstore Without Borders - click here to view my eBook on that phenomenal website!

As always, I am deeply grateful for everyone's support in this endeavor.  If you would ever want to review my book or give me direct feedback, please feel free to do so one of two ways:

• First, you could go to any of the book's sites on the Amazon Kindle store, Lulu.com, Goodreads.com, or Bookstore Without Borders, and rate the book/write a review. (I'd be so extremely happy I'd probably have to do a happy dance ;) yes, at 39 weeks pregnant too!)
• Second, you could drop me a line either through my facebook page (www.facebook.com/AuthorJenniferPitkin) or at thepitkinfamily@gmail.com!

Much gratitude and respect ~ J.M.P.

Two GREAT Ways to Order Your Copy of WFM TODAY!

Dearest readers ~

There are two great ways to order your copy of Watchmen for Morning!  Check it out:

• eBook through Amazon's Kindle Store
• Paperback or Hardcover through Lulu

Much gratitude and respect! ~ J.M.P. :)

WFM Book Signing in Cherokee, IA

On Saturday, November 9th, I had the great privilege of journeying back to my hometown of little ol' Cherokee, Iowa, to participate in a fair, where I was able to meet with readers and sign paperback copies of my book.  We had another great turn out, and sold out once again of paperbacks!  (My book is available as an eBook - which you should seriously check out, as eBooks never run out no matter how many turn out at an event! :) Click here to visit that page!)

At my book table with a faithful reader and dear friend, Jonell Wittkop

I had a very special helper with me that day: my "sales assistant" Makenna (aka, my daughter) :)

Thanks to everyone who came out to support the book on Saturday! Much gratitude and respect ~ J.M.P. :)

Paperback Release, Book Signing and Celebration!

EXCITING STUFF, folks!  My paperback is now available exclusively through Lulu.com - click here to visit my author spotlight page, where you will see the paperback version and the online ordering information!

We had such a lovely, wonderful turn out of for the book signing and release party at the Indigo Palette, Downtown Sioux City!  All the paperbacks sold out, and the large crowd was amazing!  I am incredibly humbled by everyone's love, support and encouragement for me and this endeavor. Seriously, guys - this wouldn't be possible without you.  I love the story and the characters, so I'm hoping you do, too!  Beyond blessed... it's hard to have the words to describe it, so you know it must be deeply meaningful if you can catch a writer without words!

Missed our book signing and release party?  That's ok :)  Click here for the link to my official facebook page's photo album of the event at Indigo Palette!

I gave a little speech behind the meaning of the title of the book.  Click here to view it on YouTube! (It's only about 11 1/2 minutes, and sorry Author Laura Gibson - part of your introduction got cut off :( )

Have you gotten your copy of my book yet?  It's available as an eBook as well as a paperback!

With the deepest love, gratitude and respect ~ J.M.P. :)

eBook Release of Watchmen for Morning!

Well, today's the BIG DAY!  The eBook of Watchmen for Morning is NOW AVAILABLE for you to purchase from Amazon's Kindle store!!!!!!!!!!  Even if you don't own a Kindle, you can download the free app to your device and begin your reading journey, which of course I hope includes my little book I wrote. ;)

Click here to get to my book at the Kindle store!  I do so very much hope you like it!!!!

Stay tuned for tomorrow's paperback release as well... :)

Much gratitude ~ J.M.P.

The Upcoming Book Release!

Hi all! This is such an exciting week leading up to the release of Watchmen for Morning! First, on Friday, November 1st, we will be hosting an 'online event' where the eBook will be made available! You can download the eBook to your kindle for only $3.99!  On Saturday, November 2nd, the paperbacks will be made available at a special book signing event at the Indigo Palette, located on Historic 4th Street, Sioux City!  The paperbacks will be specially priced at $11. The Indigo Palette will have lunch available from their menu at the signing - visit http://indigopalette.com/.../Indigo%20Palette%20Menu.pdf for more details!  Even if you can't make the book signing on Saturday, you can still order a paperback online - details to come later this week!

Bridging the Gap Between Truth and Fiction

 Global Slavery Index

Stumbled across this on my personal facebook newsfeed today from the International Justice Mission.  Pretty intense.  Still think slavery is a thing of the past?

Character Spotlight!

In the weeks leading up to the book's release, let me slowly introduce you to some of the principle characters!


Meet Marco Angelozzi:

With the heart of a lion, Marco has a keen sense of right and wrong.  Once he decides to do something, he hurls himself headlong into it without second thought.  Caught up in his family’s persecution, he is determined to free them once and for all.  Yet as he meets the love of his life in Delainey Smith, he has more to fight for than he first thought.  As the night turns to its darkest shade of black, can Marco survive long enough to ensure safety for all?  Will he ever see his beloved Delainey again?

Book Review by Dr. Amanda Thomason

The reviews are coming in, and all great! Here's from Dr. Amanda Thomason of 1st Step Chiropractic and Wellness, Sioux City, IA: 

"Pitkin entices the spirit in Watchmen For Morning, a true-to-life romantic novel of Delainey and Marco. Lovers meeting by chance, trying to stay faithful and true as they are being torn apart by a whirlwind of challenges. This book encompasses many moral topics from human trafficking to familial devotion. Pitkin did an amazing job enticing the reader page by page. Watchmen For Morning is definitely a must-read!" – Amanda Thomason, D.C.

Thanks for your fabulous review, Dr. Thomason! Much gratitude and respect ~ J.M.P :)

Bridging the Gap Between Truth and Fiction #2

The book Watchmen for Morning tackles some tough humanitarian issues, such as child trafficking and illegal migration from Africa to the coast of Sicily, crossing the Mediterranean via boat to avoid detection.   Think that this is just a work of fiction?  Think again.  Increasingly, Italy has found that African refugees and child traffickers are using boats to sneak into Europe through Lampedusa, Malta and Sicily.  Additionally, just because countries like Spain and France are considered first world and modern doesn't mean trafficking isn't an increasing problem in Europe and ultimately in the US.  Still want to think it's all a work of fiction?  Maybe a better question to ask would be what should we do with this information now?  From India to China to even the United States, modern-day slavery and trafficking is alive and well.  Though the EU is trying to patrol the Mediterranean more thoroughly, the issue remains a worldwide problem, increasing at alarming rates.

There's only so much that one person can do to change the world - yet getting involved may help change the world for one!   Check out The A21 Campaign, Next Generation Nepal, The International Justice Mission, and other worthy organizations.  Even if you chose to not go with an organization, information is power - don't make it okay any longer to turn a blind eye to the suffering of others.

Book Review by Lori Thomas

The reviews are coming in, and all great! Here's from Book Reviewer Lori Thomas: 

"Watchmen For Morning was a great read that I was caught up in immediately. This modern fiction romantic story has a strong global theme, with the characters fighting real world issues (child trafficking, mafia). There are also strong interpersonal relationships that make you care for the characters, and what toknow what will happen to them next. The story centers on Delaney, our heroine, who is a grad student in Italy. While there she meets Marco, and his entire Italian family. Of course this simple relationship is fraught with challenges, from the mob to infamous family ties. Nothing is as it seems for Delaney, and through it all she deals with her own issues of abandonment. The ending is fitting, and leaves the door open for more wonderful adventures for our characters. I really enjoyed this book, and had trouble putting it down. Pitkin's descriptions of the sights, tastes, and sounds of Italy and Sweden made me feel like I had visited there myself. I hope to read more from this author."

Thanks for your fabulous review, Ms. Thomas! Much gratitude and respect ~ J.M.P. 

Character Spotlight!

In the weeks leading up to the book's release, let me slowly introduce you to some of the principle characters!

Meet Delainey Smith:

Raised by her uncle on a South Dakotan ranch, Delainey Smith was taught to always be tough on the outside.  Yet struggling underneath with strong emotions and social awkwardness, she felt if she explored the world she’d learn more about herself.  Little did she know she’d cross paths with one handsome Marco Angelozzi.  Delainey realizes quickly that this very man is the one with whom she wants to spend the rest of her life.  Soon after pledging her love, her world turns upside down… but this tough young woman meets the challenges head-on as she fights for those dear to her, learning more about life and herself in the process.

Tuesday Character Spotlight!

In the weeks leading up to the book's release, let me slowly introduce you to some of the principle characters!

Meet Matteo Angelozzi

Older brother to protagonist Marco, Matteo has always been the protector of his family since his childhood days.  If there was a bully on the playground, for example, he’d knock them down if they messed with any Angelozzi.  A trait that remained deeply a part of Matteo even as an adult, he can be seen always striving to do what was right with his own sense of justice.  Yet when he makes a big mistake, he finds himself face-to-face with a headstrong Kajsa Johannson.  Can they get over their differences in time to take down the Moretti Crime Family?

Bridging the Gap Between Truth and Fiction

Bridging the Gap Between Truth and Fiction!

In the beginning of Watchmen for Morning, we see how young Italian men "enjoy the sport and sorrow of love," as Marco Angelozzi (the protagonist) puts it. While we see some smooth operators in the story (ahem, Salvatore Rossi), both Angelozzi brothers still behave with respect toward their female counterparts. How accurately does this reflect Italian men today? Find out on today's "Bridging the Gap Between Truth and Fiction"...

Article of interest #1: Italy's Casanova's Hit Where It Hurts  

The follow-up article: No Lotharios: In defense of Italian men

Enjoy!

~ J.M.P.

Tuesday's Character Spotlight!

Tuesday Character Spotlight!

In the weeks leading up to the book's release, let me slowly introduce you to some of the principle characters!

Meet Kajsa Johannson:

As a former Interpol agent, now living back in her home country of Sweden, firecracker Kajsa (pronounced ky-suh) spends her days working cold cases for the Ystad Police Department. She walks fearlessly amongst the world of criminals despite struggling with overcoming her own demons, as a woman with a lot to prove and a huge chip on her shoulder. When a breath of fresh air in the form of Matteo Angelozzi comes into her life, can she find a way to work with a man that utterly annoys her in order to bring well-known associates of la mafia to justice?