For the first time since it was published in early 2021, I reread Our Company of Fools—with a Book Club. And yes, it was as intimidating as it sounds, even though it was with a few friends. And yet, I was pleasantly surprised by how reading my own novel, now removed from an author’s protective …
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I entered into 2022 with high hopes: it’s time to pitch my novel, The Queen of Whitman Court! I planned to dive right into it, sending out letters left and right and every which way to any editor or agent who might possibly give me a chance— But if you’ve been following along with my …
As one final Fools Friday post, I wanted to share a video from December 2020 when I received my first proof copy in the mail. This was a special moment for me because it’s the first time I held a physical copy of my book in book form and saw how the cover art would …
Happy Fools Friday! Today, I wanted to tell the brief history behind the cover art for the book. The cover was created by Caleb Cole, a graphic designer, fine artist, and friend of mine, but before the project was handed off to him, I actually tried to design a cover myself…using Canva. I know, I …
Hello and Happy New Year! Today is a big day because…it’s the one-year anniversary since Our Company of Fools was released! Huzzah! For those of you who may not know what Our Company of Fools is, it’s a young adult fantasy thriller novel about a group of young writers who literally face their demons. It’s …
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Our Company of Fools is nearly here! In anticipation of the book’s release on January 4, 2021, I wanted to give you all an early Christmas gift – a brief teaser from the first chapter. Enjoy! ~ Our Company of Fools: Before A low growl pierces the dark of my sleep. My eyes open to …
Reminiscing about the past often points me to the work the Lord has done in my life and all the good that has happened, often in spite of (or even because of) the bad. As I thought back on the history of how Our Company of Fools came to be—which was full of highs and …
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So excited to unveil the cover for Our Company of Fools today! The artist who brought the story of Fools to life through this incredible cover is Caleb Cole - go check him out at https://www.calebcole.art/ Now - without further ado, I present the cover of Our Company of Fools: Our Company of Fools releases …
By Madelynn Orion 