Character Collaboration with Jeff Thomason

In March 2012 Jeff Thomason (the superb comic artist behind the Jak Phoenix Universe illustrations) decided to create this stellar graphic depicting his character, Wandering Koala, and good old Jak Phoenix himself in a ‘what-if’ situation. Like everything he has drawn for the Jak Phoenix Universe this one is a wonderful piece of art. Jeff’s drawings took Jak Phoenix off the page and really brought him to life. His article here explains some of the technical details behind the work and is entitled ‘Teamwork in Fiction,” which perfectly outlines the relationship he and I formed through our indie publishing adventures. Thanks again, Jeff!

Matt D. Williams

Author of the Jak Phoenix Adventures

 

Be sure to check Jeff’s original article here: http://atouchofjeff.blogspot.ca/2012/03/teamwork-in-fiction.html

Jak Phoenix at the Canadian Kindle Store!

Jak & Baxter in the Great White North!

Recently, both Jak Phoenix novels became available in the Amazon Canadian Kindle Store. Being a Canadian author, this is important to me. Click on the book covers for direct links.

On a side note, I’d like to give a quick shout out to all those who have read or are planning to read Jak Phoenix. The feedback has been excellent and I can’t begin to describe my appreciation. Thank you so much for your support. The best is yet to come…

Matt Williams

September Space Shenanigans – Time is Ticking!

Get Jak Phoenix FREE!

Just a quick reminder about the special events this month. Take advantage of some great Jak Phoenix promotions throughout the month of September. Until September 30th, 2012, you can download the original Jak Phoenix ebook from Smashwords for FREE!  Use coupon code WE65H at checkout to get the $1.99 book absolutely FREE!

Head to this link to pick up your ebook:
http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/9293

Win a Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception paperback at Goodreads.com!

Head to Goodreads.com and enter to win a paperback copy of Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception. The contest closes September 28, 2012. 108 people have already entered the draw. Get in there!

Engage engines and head to this link

September Space Shenanigans!

Get Jak Phoenix FREE!

Take advantage of some great Jak Phoenix promotions throughout the month of September. Until September 30th, 2012, you can download the original Jak Phoenix ebook from Smashwords for FREE!  Use coupon code WE65H at checkout to get the $1.99 book absolutely FREE!

Head to this link to pick up your ebook:
http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/9293

Win a Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception paperback at Goodreads.com!

Head to Goodreads.com and enter to win a paperback copy of Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception. The contest closes September 28, 2012 so get over there and enter!

Engage engines and head to this link

Jak Phoenix is on Sale at Smashwords.com!

Both Jak Phoenix and the sequel Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception are on sale at Smashwords.com until July 31st, 2012!

The Jak Phoenix eBook is 50% off at Smashwords.com until July 31st, 2012. Enter code SSW50 at checkout to get it for only $1!

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/9293

The Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception eBook is 25% off at Smashwords.com until July 31st, 2012. Enter code SSW25 at checkout to get it for only $2.24!

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/152602

Offer ends soon, so grab them while you can!

1. Why space opera? What elements of this genre do you enjoy most as a writer?

Author Matt D. Williams was interviewed by fantasy author Tracy Falbe where he discusses his inspirations, writing in general and the character of Jak Phoenix. Check it all out!

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I was interviewed by fantasy author Tracy Falbe yesterday and we discussed writing, inspiration and my character Jak Phoenix. Here’s a snippet of that interview:

With two novels and a short story to his name (and a few good reviews) Canadian indie author Matt D. Williams reveals what he likes about his low-achiever hero Jak Phoenix and his writing goals.

As far back as I can remember, I’ve always been attracted to sprawling space opera-type tales with an inherent lighter tone. There is just something about an action packed pulp story told on a grand scale that gets my heart pumping and my mind racing. The big heroes, the diabolical villains, the explosions, the space pistols – fun stuff.

There are many very talented authors out there who are doing exceptional work with harder…

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Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception is now available!

Initiate space shenanigans!

Jak Phoenix 2: The Markazian Deception is now available!

The space adventure sequel is now available on Smashwords.com and at Amazon.com for the Kindle, priced at only $2.99 for the ebook version. If you prefer a different format or retailer, hold tight. It will be available shortly at other retailers like iTunes, Sony Reader Store, Barnes & Noble and in print on Amazon.com soon enough. Info will be relayed as soon as JP2 shows up there!

I sincerely hope you enjoy the book!

Thank you again,

Matt D. Williams