Sanctuary for Seers Cover reveal
Taadaaah! Sanctuary for Seers, the long-awaited 5th book in the Stranje House series, arrives June 15th!
You’ve sent me emails, posted messages on Goodreads, and messaged me on Facebook and Instagram asking,“when will Sera’s story be available?” You have waited patiently. Thank you!
Meanwhile, I struggled, both personally and as a writer. Sera’s story is so delicate and intricately woven that it presented a tremendous challenge to write. I sincerely worried I might not be up to the task. I love Sera’s character. She is quietly brilliant, amazingly caring, and gifted beyond my wildest expectations. She embodies many attributes that I only dream of possessing. Frankly, I don’t feel worthy of writing her story. Yet, I had to–her story needed to be told! And I am the only one who knows her well enough to attempt it. So I dug in, and love found a way.
Ink Lion set up June 15, 2023 as the release date. Preorders for the eBook are up at major booksellers: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and soon at all the others. Paperback and hardcover versions will be available in June.
I’m eager for you to see the cover…
I really, really, really like this cover. At first, I was a little nervous about the idea of showing Seraphina’s face in it. I couldn’t see how anyone could live up to my image of her. But this model surprised me. She managed to convey Sera’s soft heart, and yet she also captured Sera’s intensity.
Hurry and put the puzzle together so you can see the cover for Sanctuary for Seers!
What do you think? Leave a comment below and let me know. I hope you like it as much as I do. eBook preorders are up on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, and soon at all the others.
This lovely book trailer that puts the puzzle together for you:
Do you think this cover lines up well with the other Stranje House covers?
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December 9, 2022 @ 3:04 pm
Love the new cover! Can’t wait to read it! I’m sure it will be just as amazing as the rest of the Stranje House novels!
December 9, 2022 @ 5:40 pm
Thank you, Becky! I look forward to hearing what you think of it.
December 9, 2022 @ 3:26 pm
Yes, the new cover aligns nicely with the other 4. I love the purple cloak. And I love that you gave it to us as a puzzle. I had my colleague getting all curious what I was doing. That led to me telling her about all the books in this series and the Notorious Aunt series. I have been waiting to read the last one in the series (or at least the last one about the 5 main girls) though I can envision one more.
December 9, 2022 @ 5:42 pm
What a fun! Thanks for telling her about the series. And yes, you are right. There may be other books or novellas about some of the other inhabitants of the Stranje House world. BTW–you’ll learn much more about Ghost in this one.
December 9, 2022 @ 3:36 pm
I am so happy to see this book. Please notify us when hard copies are available for pre-order. Beautiful cover!
December 9, 2022 @ 5:45 pm
Hi Denise! Thank you! The hardback and paperbacks should all be coming out at the same time in June. Although sometimes there’s a delay with the hardback. I will let y’all know.
December 9, 2022 @ 4:03 pm
Was very slow, only 6.50 minutes
December 9, 2022 @ 5:46 pm
Hey Nora, not slow. ;-D
6.50 is respectable. I’ve worked it several times and it still takes me 5.38 minutes.
December 9, 2022 @ 6:05 pm
Took me 6:13. I enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing… I’d forgotten how much I enjoy doing puzzles like this.
December 9, 2022 @ 6:34 pm
Hi Linda! Thanks for commenting. I enjoy them too. Relaxing in our race here race there world.
-Have a great weekend!
December 9, 2022 @ 6:37 pm
The cover is amazing! I absolutely adore the vivid purple. I’m so excited for the release- I guess it’s time for me to reread the series in anticipation!
December 9, 2022 @ 8:03 pm
Hi Jacq! Thanks! I love the purple, too! Wow, you’re going to reread them. That’s so cool. I thought I was the only one who did that. Happy reading!
December 10, 2022 @ 12:59 am
Beautiful cover. Intriguing series concept. All went on my wish list right away. Congratulations on the new release and thank you for the puzzle. Blessed holidays to you and yours.
December 11, 2022 @ 8:10 pm
Thank you, Michelle! I’m delighted you like it.
Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year to you, too!
December 10, 2022 @ 4:19 am
A bit tricky on my phone but a every fun way to release cover art for the newest book! Excited to have the release date so I know when to plan to start the rest of the series over again in time for the next instalment ?
December 11, 2022 @ 8:20 pm
LOL. Yes, it looks a little tiny on the phone. I’m so honored that you like the series well enough to read it all again. These girls at Stranje House mean so much to me.
Hugs!
December 12, 2022 @ 5:38 pm
This cover fits flawlessly! I believe the model did an exellant job portraying Sera’s timid yet fearless personality. The Stranje House series will always be my favorite for its captivating romance and intriguing plot! I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a joyful New Year!
December 12, 2022 @ 7:02 pm
Ooooh, MJ, Thank you for your delightful comment. You made me do a little joy dance right here at my desk. Big hugs to you! Happy Christmas and New Year to you!
December 15, 2022 @ 9:29 pm
I love the new cover! I have been waiting for the new book. I have already read the other 4, 3 times. I can’t wait.
February 20, 2023 @ 3:20 pm
Awwwh! Thank you, Morgan! You made my day!
I would’ve answered sooner, but I’ve had my head down writing the ending of Sanctuary for Seers. I’m excited about this book. I can’t wait to hear what you think of it.
Big Hugs!
December 17, 2022 @ 8:33 pm
I’m so excited for this! I’ll definitely have to reread the series or I won’t remember what has happened. I recommend this series to people because it’s one of my favorites. Love the cover!
February 20, 2023 @ 3:23 pm
Hi Kaylene! Thank you for recommending the series to your friends. That means more than you know. IMO, that is the true mark of a good book–when you like it enough to tell others about it.
MANY many thanks!
PS: I would’ve answered sooner, but I’ve been working away on Sanctuary for Seers.
January 2, 2023 @ 1:47 am
Thanks for the fun puzzle!
February 20, 2023 @ 3:25 pm
You are welcome! I love puzzles–my life is full of them. (Not the cardboard kind.) LOL
Hugs!
February 20, 2023 @ 1:43 am
Beautiful cover! It really helps to put a face to what I’ve envisioned for Sera in reading the books. Looking forward to reading this new book! Hoping you will someday write Miss Strange’s own story as well as she’s still my favorite character!
February 20, 2023 @ 3:32 pm
I’m happy you like it, Wendy!
When I saw this model’s face, I was so excited because her wide-eyed innocence mixed with inklings of trauma seemed so perfect for Seraphina. I wish her hair was whiter. Other than that, she seemed to fit Sera very well. Of course, in my head, she looks just a little bit different–more fragile. Very hard to capture that fragility in a photo.
You will be surprised by this book: spoiler… There are snippets of Miss Stranje’s story in it. I can’t wait to see what you think.
Happy reading!
May 21, 2023 @ 7:08 pm
Oh my goodness, I’m so excited for this book! I’ve been following this series ever since picking up ‘A School for Unusual Girls’ from a bookstore a little over four years ago. I have loved every installment, every single character in these books. (Though I wish they were all alive, or if I was a character myself.)
Thank you so much for creating this world, Ms. Baldwin! Thank you for bringing these characters to life even if they fight against your outlines and drafts. I cannot tell you how much this series has meant to me. And if this is the end of the series, I shall savor every word of this book!
June 13, 2023 @ 7:16 pm
Thanks Hannah! I hfope this last one brings you as much joy and love as the others. You make me smile, I wish I could be in Miss Stranje’s school, too.