The Biggest Mistake Authors Make on Launch Day (and How to Avoid It) Introduction There’s a dangerous myth in publishing: “If I write a great book, launch day will take care of itself.” Here’s the truth: if you only start marketing when your book comes out, you’ve already lost. A book launch is like openingContinue reading “The Biggest Mistake Authors Make on Launch Day”
Author Archives: That Jamie Bloke
How I Built a Children’s Brand From Scratch
How I Built Aunty Sadie Reads From Scratch — And Grew It Organically in 5 Months Introduction Five months ago, Aunty Sadie Reads didn’t exist.No stories. No character design. No YouTube channel. Nothing. Today, it’s a growing children’s storytelling brand with 200+ YouTube subscribers, a library of original stories, and an audience that actually looksContinue reading “How I Built a Children’s Brand From Scratch”
Grab One Epic Year for Just 99p – Limited Time Offer
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to start the genre-bending, time-smashing, friendship-testing adventure everyone’s been talking about — this is it. Starting today, One Epic Year: Book One is just 99p on Amazon Kindle for FIVE-DAYS-ONLY. That’s less than your morning coffee for a captivating story that blends sci-fi thrills, British humour, emotionalContinue reading “Grab One Epic Year for Just 99p – Limited Time Offer”
What I Learned Publishing 3 Books in 3 Months — and Why I’d Do It Again
Publishing one book is tough. Publishing three in three months? That’s… either ambitious or foolish, depending on who you ask. In early 2025, I launched One Epic Year as a trilogy, releasing each book just weeks apart. It was a whirlwind of writing, editing, cover design, marketing campaigns, and about 47 cups of coffee perContinue reading “What I Learned Publishing 3 Books in 3 Months — and Why I’d Do It Again”
From Pint to Power: One Epic Year Kicks Off at Just 99p
What if your favourite book was about to cost less than a coffee? Well, it’s happening. And it’s epic. Starting August 11, the genre-bending, hangover-fuelled chaos that is One Epic Year: Book One will be available on Amazon Kindle for just 99p — but only for five days. 🔥 Why Now? This isn’t just anyContinue reading “From Pint to Power: One Epic Year Kicks Off at Just 99p”
Book Two is Live! Here’s What To Expect (No Spoilers)
The next chapter of One Epic Year is officially here — and things are about to get chaotic. If you’ve survived Book One, you’ll know things were already strange: mysterious reunions locked in a pub cellar, a frantic race to get the bride to the church on time, chaotic memories at a funeral.Book Two takesContinue reading “Book Two is Live! Here’s What To Expect (No Spoilers)”
It’s Here — One Epic Year: Book One Is Out Now!
One Epic Year: Book One is now available in multiple formats, marking the start of a trilogy filled with time loops and dark elements. It follows four friends waking in a locked cellar post-New Year’s, leading to surreal events over nine days. Book Two is set to release on May 1st.
The Countdown Begins
One Epic Year: How It All Began – And Why You’ll Love This Story What happens when you lock five old friends in a pub cellar, throw in a disastrous wedding day, and sprinkle in time travel, aliens, and ancient secrets? You get One Epic Year—a wild, heartfelt, and often hilarious ride through friendship, chaos,Continue reading “The Countdown Begins”
One Epic Year A Glimpse into the World of Time Travel, Friendship, and Unforeseen Mysteries
Hello, friends and fellow readers! The time has come to share something truly special with all of you. After years of hard work, countless hours of writing, and some seriously wild plot twists, I’m thrilled to announce that my One Epic Year series will be officially launching soon! The journey to this point has beenContinue reading “One Epic Year A Glimpse into the World of Time Travel, Friendship, and Unforeseen Mysteries”
New One Epic Year Trailer/Concept Video
So, I’ve been a little quiet recently. This is because the writers and actors strike in America has caused things to go a little quiet in the SA world. But I haven’t been sitting idly doing nothing or moving into other lines of work. What I have been doing is working on a website forContinue reading “New One Epic Year Trailer/Concept Video”
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