What a week...

I'm still catching up on my sleep! 

My Young Adult Romance, Jocelyn's Choice released earlier this week and I'm still coming down from the high!  It's been an amazing ride in such a short period of time. Not only was this my first publishing experience, but I was also the first Hot New Talent Noble launched in their new program.  Hopefully you'll agree with them when they say I'm Hot! ;)

When I signed the contract a few months ago, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I'm still learning something new every day. It's great!  But, the one thing I didn't expect was that I'd gain the opportunity to meet and become friends with so many authors and readers this quickly. The support you've shown has made me feel so welcome, and I'm lucky to be a part of such a talented and friendly community. I look forward to making many more friends!

Here's a little peek into Jocelyn's dilemma...

Prologue

I sat on the floor in the tiny bathroom and debated whether I should reach up to the counter and check the stick I had just peed on. It had been over five minutes, more than enough time to get the results I was dreading. I’d thrown up twice since starting the test, but I was getting used to that. I had been throwing up for over two weeks now. At first, I thought it was just the stress I felt over him leaving. It wasn’t until after he went back to Yale that I realized I was more than three weeks late.

Three weeks and two days, to be exact. I didn’t have to look at that test to know what it was going to tell me, because I already knew. My stomach did another flip just thinking about it. The July heat wasn’t helping, either. I hovered over the toilet, pulled my long hair out of the way, and emptied whatever was left in my system, which wasn’t much. I stood up and rinsed out my mouth, my gaze veering over toward the pregnancy test. My hands trembled as I slowly picked it up. I forced myself to look. I needed the confirmation.

Two pink lines . . . no shock there. I even knew exactly when it happened. The day of the week, and where we were. But, how did I let this happen? I knew the answer to that too.

Stop by my blog (ellajadeauthor.blogspot.com), find me on FB (ella jade) or follow me on twitter (@ellajade1). I'll be waiting for you!

Ella

The Voices Inside My Head...

Hello! I'm Ella Jade, one of Noble's newest residents. I hope you'll be seeing lots of me in the very near future. I'm thrilled to be here and I look forward to making new friends and chatting with lots of interesting people who share my passion for reading and writing.

For as long as I can remember, the dialogue has always played out in my head. Now, most people who hear voices in their head usually think that's a problem. I, on the other hand, think it’s a problem when I don't hear those voices. Some of my best stories come from a few lines of conversation created when I'm standing in line at the supermarket or when I'm driving to the mall. Sometimes I don't even make it to the mall because I have to turn around and start putting to paper what I've just come up with. Well, that's not entirely true, since I always make it to the mall, especially when Macy's is having a sale. But, you get my point. (I always carry a notebook in my bag for such emergencies!).

I've been a writer forever, but thanks to Noble's New Young Adult line, I'm proud to say I'm an author! My new book is set to release next Monday and I'm speechless! Again, not entirely true, since I rarely ever keep my mouth shut, but I am in shock.  Jocelyn's Choice explores many of young loves firsts. It’s a story of innocence lost and the consequences that come with the decisions we make. Here's the blurb…

Jocelyn Andrews, a shy, awkward, high school senior, has never even been on a date until she meets Alex Jordon, the older, more experienced brother of her best friend Evan. Jocelyn falls hard for the charming player and wants to explore all of the “firsts” that go along with young love. Alex has no problem showing her what she’s been missing.

Alex is captivated by young, innocent Jocelyn and to his own surprise, only has eyes for her.  One night of careless passion leads to a life-altering dilemma. Alex must head back to Yale to finish an internship, having no idea what he’s left behind. Jocelyn must decide what to do on her own, forcing her to grow up much faster than she anticipated.

Reality sets in, decisions are made and Jocelyn has to live with her choices. Alex returns home to more than he ever bargained for.  Young love has never been more complicated as they deal with a teen pregnancy, social barriers, and concerned family members. Life sometimes throws a curve ball, but the unexpected isn’t always bad.

It's an exciting time and I'm happy to be associated with such a talented bunch of authors (and that's entirely trueJ). I can't wait to see what comes next. Jocelyn's Choice releases on June 6, 2011. Please come and visit me on my blog. I love company!

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Happy Monday!

Ella