News -- Veronika Carnaby Announces New Book In the Works

Four months following the release of her debut novel, Bohemia, Veronika Carnaby announced a follow-up in the works. The author remains mum on its subject matter, title, and release date, but maintains that her next novel will take on an entirely different flavor.

In a recent statement, she noted, "Though I can't disclose too much just yet, I can confirm that I've been hard at work on an upcoming novel. It'll fall under the genres of action/adventure, historical, and maybe even crime." Further details imminent.

Track Veronika's progress with her Friday installment, "Veronika's Pick of the Week", in which she will feature an artistic work that, for the current week, has provided influence and inspiration during the writing process. The installment will be featured on the author's official Facebook and Twitter accounts.

News -- Bohemia Featured in Beatles Magazine

Check out the December 10th issue of Beatles Magazine, which features a spotlight look at Veronika Carnaby's Bohemia. The magazine, as stated in their introductory description, reaches a worldwide readership of "over 7 million" with their daily stream of updates relating to The Fab Four. Within the feature, the author explains the role that The Beatles played in the creation of the book and an interesting turn of events involving Sir Paul McCartney months before the novel's publication.

Visit the the Beatles Magazine web page or Facebook page to read the feature along with a personal note from Veronika Carnaby herself.

News -- Veronika Carnaby Interviewed on Shah Warton's WordsinSync & the Bibliophilic Book Blog

Check out Veronika's latest interviews with Shah Warton's WordsinSync and the Bibliophilic Book Blog, where she provides insights on her latest work!

"Discipline is something that all writers need to possess. Imagine sitting in an empty hotel room at noon on a Wednesday. You could do anything you wanted, free as a bird, but you need that discipline to anchor you down and write."

Read the entire interview on Shah Warton's WordsinSync and the Bibliographic Book Blog, respectively.

News -- Veronika Carnaby Interview and Favorable Review of Bohemia Featured on Read, Rate & Review

Jaime Neally of Read, Rate, & Review recently conducted an interview with Veronika Carnaby, where they discussed her new book, Bohemia. Accompanying the interview is a favorable review of the novel, in which Neally recaps "the adventures of a twenty-something and all the experiences she goes through at this young age".

Read both the REVIEW [SPOILER ALERT] and the INTERVIEW, now running live on the magazine's website.

News - Read Bohemia Excerpt on Book Reviews by Dee

Read a brief excerpt from Bohemia published in Book Reviews by Dee, along with some background information on the novel and author Veronika Carnaby.

"I took to the heart of the town by foot, passing by the shingled buildings, wooden cross bridges, and soggy, leaf-adorned porches of New England. I just loved experiencing the newness, tasting a wacky flavor, bursting with the spirit of suburbia, indulging in the evening sunsets, blooming pine trees, and piles of dried-up grass, something which just wasn’t readily disposable in the city. I made my way down Main Street, the area of Nashua that pulsated with small town energy more than anywhere else."

Visit Book Reviews by Dee to read the entire excerpt.

News -- For Books' Sake Talks To Veronika Carnaby

In For Books' Sake latest feature, the online magazine "dedicated to promoting and celebrating writing by women" discusses the Carnaby's influences, literary style, and decision to go independent.

“A lot of people fall into the trap of thinking that they have to meticulously plan each scene to create an effective story, but sometimes, it’s ok to stray from the norm and go with the flow.” - Veronika Carnaby about taking risk in writing

 Read the entire article here: http://forbookssake.net/2012/09/25/for-books-sake-talks-to-veronika-carnaby/

News -- Bohemia Giveaway: Enter to Win Free, Signed Copy

If you're a resident of the US and have yet to purchase your copy of Bohemia or are interested in getting your hands on another one, you're in luck! Sign up for Just Another New Blog's raffle to win a free, autographed paperback of Veronika Carnaby's debut novel, featuring words from legendary jazz musician, Archie Shepp! One lucky winner will be chosen at random after two weeks. Open to US residents only. Raffle ends on October 25th.

Don't miss your chance to own the novel that has earned support from critics and readers alike!

Sign up and read more about the giveaway here: http://www.justanothernewblog.com/2012/10/book-give-away-bohemia-by-veronika.html

News -- New Veronika Carnaby Interview on Ed & Em's Review's

Don't miss Veronika's latest Q&A session with Edwin and Emily of Ed & Em's Reviews! In this segment, she discusses her current career endeavors and future aspirations at length, as well as some fun 'Quickies'!

"With this story, I wanted to portray the fact that stepping outside of the boundaries can be ok and that it shouldn’t always be frowned upon, as it was and very much still is. That’s not only mirrored in the character’s actions and attitudes, but also in the freeflowing technique that the book was written in. " -- Veronika Carnaby on Ed & Em's Reviews.

 Read the entire interview here: http://edandemreviews.blogspot.ca/2012/10/interview-with-veronika-carnaby.html

News -- Veronika Carnaby Interview Featured on Nicki J Markus

Veronika Carnaby's latest interview with Nicki J Markus is out! Read the full interview where she discusses her career and her recent efforts with Bohemia. Also, browse through some links of interest relating to Carnaby and her book, including her Amazon Author Page: http://www.nickijmarkus.com/2012/10/veronika-carnaby-author-interview.html

News -- Carnaby Interviewed on Laurie's Thoughts & Reviews

Check out Veronika's latest interview with Laurie's Thoughts & Reviews, where she discusses the process of writing and more information on her latest book. Also, don't miss the featured excerpt from Bohemia! See it all here: http://networkedblogs.com/CArmu.

News -- Bohemia Gains Support From Archie Shepp

© Monette Berthomier, Image from archieshepp.net

Legendary jazz musician, composer, poet, and playwright, Archie Shepp, recently expressed his support for Bohemia in a statement featured on the book's back cover. Over the course of Shepp's illustrious 52 year-long career, he has collaborated with notables John Coltrane and Cecil Taylor, performed at the Newport Jazz Festival, and established himself as a civil rights advocate.

Find out more about Archie Shepp at his official website, http://www.archieshepp.net/, and secure your copy of Bohemia today to read his inspiring quote.

News -- Bohemia Featured on Sixties City

Bohemia was recently featured on Sixties City, the official source for 1960s-related publications and "the home of the music, memories, and magic of the most exciting decade in history!" To find out more about Bohemia and where to get it, visit http://www.sixtiescity.com/NewBooks.htm. To browse everything sixties including music, fashion, and news, visit http://www.sixtiescity.com/.

News -- Bohemia Now Available Worldwide!

Veronika Carnaby is proud to announce the official release of her debut novel,  Bohemia, available for purchase on Amazon, Kindle, and CreateSpace e-store. To order your copy of Bohemia today, please follow the respective links.

Don't miss out on Carnaby's thrilling new read for the modern beatnik, in which she provides a wild, unrestrained account of '60s counterculture youth bursting out of their creative shells. Influenced by the works of Beat writers and poets, the story takes place during 1960 and chronicles a group of bohemian twenty-somethings who defy the "ideals" of a mid-twentieth century society to seek creative fulfillment. More than anything, the author's spontaneous narrative and equally as impulsive characters brilliantly reflect the rebellious nature of art.

"What's different about this book is its stylistic approach,"  the author expressed in a recent statement. "I like to consider it offbeat, avant garde. The plot wasn't written in a traditional manner, but rather in a spontaneous burst over a short period. If you take a liking to the authors of the Beat movement, you'll enjoy Bohemia."

The book includes a cover quote from notable jazz musician and composer, Archie Shepp.


About the author: Veronika Carnaby's vintage charm carries into her written works. Over the years, her Beat-style prose pieces have gained international recognition after appearing in such publications and functions as The Ed Sullivan Show, SESAC Magazine, SXSW, and the SESAC New York Music Awards, among others. Carnaby infuses her writing with a poignancy and passion for 20th century culture. Find out more and stay updated at her official website and official Twitter account, @VeronikaCarnaby.


Purchase your copy of Bohemia through the following retailers:

• Amazon.com (US & worldwide)
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• Amazon.co.uk (UK)
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• Amazon.at (Austria)
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• Amazon.at Kindle (Austria)
• Amazon.fr Kindle (France)
• Amazon.it Kindle (Italy)
• Amazon.es Kindle (Spain)
• CreateSpace e-store 

News -- Excerpt from Bohemia Available to Readers

     I took to the heart of the town by foot, passing by the shingled buildings, wooden cross bridges, and soggy, leaf-adorned porches of New England. I just loved experiencing the newness, tasting a wacky flavor, bursting with the spirit of suburbia, indulging in the evening sunsets, blooming pine trees, and piles of dried-up grass, something which just wasn’t readily disposable in the city. I made my way down Main Street, the area of Nashua that pulsated with small town energy more than anywhere else. To my left, a local vendor sold “true blue American cheese” for 40 cents per pound. To my right, a faux Native American that donned a full headdress and woven boots glared at the passersby with an eager look on his face that spoke, “I am here in my native country, my native land, no matter what. Take me away, but my soul is here to stay.” I felt a pang of encouragement after taking a seat on a bench next to it. People went about their daily routines, carrying bags full of groceries, riding bicycles with flowery wicker baskets, chasing after the rowdy squirrels that crossed their paths. I found myself amidst a splendidly tame environment that felt as if it would never succumb to the pressures of daily life, the intimidation from its larger metropolis cousins, no matter how many times it was jabbed with vicious intent.

     Farther aside, a group of gals sat on a bench and from the looks of it, were deep in conversation about rehearsed choreography that was miraculously synchronized—nothing like our wild and spontaneous twist or boney moronie. I outstretched my ear to catch a word or two of their conversation. “Girls, make sure you move your right leg to the left and crisscross it with your left leg on the count of three. Take it from the top.” 

They then demonstrated the Hully Gully and actually howled at the top of their lungs like four Billie Holidays at the same time. No accompanying musicians—they made their own music. I was astounded. There were four of them: Nora was the one with the dirty blonde ‘do tied over with a towel. She seemed the unofficial leader, followed by Paige, long-flowing fringe girl with long limbs to match. Whatever Nora did or didn’t approve, she would back 110% ,which often lead her into trouble. Then there was Edith, a squeamish broad who scrunched up her nose and squinted her eyes past her frizzy lion’s mane and looked like she was lived in her own little world beyond Main Street, beyond the state, and possibly the planet. And finally Arabella, a plump figure who tried as best she could to keep up with everyone, but obviously lagged well behind the other three when it came to creative contributions.“Hold on, hold on. I didn’t catch that very well. Let’s do it again,” she called out with a mouth full of crumbs. From what I gathered, they weren’t one bit talented when they were apart, but put them together and they were some hepcats, something to be marveled at. 

     I watched the group on from afar. “Great,” I thought to myself, “now that I’m on my own, perhaps I’ll nudge my way in and really dance this time—sing too! Ah, ah, ah, maybe, maybe.” I caged myself in the nearby bushes to prevent them from seeing my prying eyes. A half hour went by in studying moves and reassuring myself of all the good that would happen in the future when I joined in on their act, how all the pieces would fit together, how I’d finally achieve a state of completeness. I wasn’t sure if madness set in or if I was just plain coming to my senses, but after sitting among leaves and twine for what felt like days, the time came to come clean out of the shadows and approach them. 

     The day broke gloomy and imminent clouds appeared. While everybody scattered for shelter, I headed to the four girls sitting on the bench who had yet to notice the flurry of panic that these clouds brought on to bystanders. They were getting ready to leave and discussing where and when they were to meet again, which bus to take to which station, how much change they’d need to spend, and so on, when all of a sudden, “Tally-ho!” Edith pointed to me in hysterics. Slowly they all ceased whatever they were chattering on about, becoming but a mere paralyzed version of themselves.

     “Hi there. You looking for anyone to join?” I blurted out senselessly before I even introduced myself. I forgot that they couldn’t see me in the same way that I watched them from the prickles. Delirium took over. Nora looked me up and down, snarled her lip, and asked, “ What’s your name, honey?” She tapped her lacquered high heels on the pavement as the rest of them looked on from behind her shoulder. 

     “Valerie Freed.”

     “Shucks, of course! We could always recruit a new person in our group, can’t we Nora?” Arabella confided in Nora but only received a stone cold stare that must have pierced through to the core of her heart. Nora looked down, licked her lips, batted her eyelashes in a mean sort of way, and circled around me with her arms folded and her shoes clacking. She said, “Well, Valerie Freed. Show us what you got.” I did a little jig here, a bit of twist there, some hand jive, and ta-da’d! She was less than impressed. 

     “Sorry,” she said as she unfolded her arms and put her coat on, “we have no room for new members. Come on girls, let’s go.” She led the way off the bench and down the street, with their pretty ribbon-tied ponytails flopping back and forth. Edith, Arabella, and Paige trailed behind and looked half-confused, half-sorry for me. They disposed of me like a piece of trash. In a matter of minutes, I went from admiring and imagining what could be to standing deserted on the sidewalk and wondering what could have been. 

Bohemia is released on September 13, 2012 and will be available for purchase worldwide on Amazon.com, Kindle, and American bookstores. Read more about the novel below.

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News -- September 13 Release Date Set for Upcoming Carnaby Novel

Update: Mark your calendars. Veronika Carnaby's recently announced debut novel, Bohemia, is slated for release on September 13, 2012. Read below for more information.

 

For Immediate Release:

VERONIKA CARNABY DEBUT NOVEL, Bohemia, EXPECTED FOR MID-SEPTEMBER RELEASE.

Acclaimed American writer and poet Veronika Carnaby recently announced release plans for her debut book, Bohemia, slated to hit US store shelves and Amazon.com on September 13, 2012. Influenced by the works of Beat writers and poets, the story takes place during 1960 and chronicles a group of bohemian twenty-somethings who defy the "ideals" of a mid-twentieth century society to seek creative fulfillment.

"What's different about this book is its stylistic approach,"  the author expressed in a recent statement. "I like to consider it offbeat, avant garde. The plot wasn't written in a traditional manner, but rather in a spontaneous burst over a short period. If you take a liking to the authors of the Beat movement, you'll enjoy Bohemia."

Bohemia will be available for purchase worldwide on Amazon.com and in American bookstores. 

About the author: Veronika Carnaby's vintage charm carries into her written works. Over the years, her Beat-style prose pieces have gained international recognition after appearing in such publications and functions as The Ed Sullivan Show, SESAC Magazine, SXSW, and the SESAC New York Music Awards, among others. Carnaby infuses her writing with a poignancy and passion for 20th century culture, music and literature. Find out more and stay updated at her official website and official Twitter account, @VeronikaCarnaby.

News -- Veronika Carnaby Announces Debut Novel

For Immediate Release:

VERONIKA CARNABY DEBUT NOVEL, Bohemia, EXPECTED FOR AUTUMN RELEASE.

Acclaimed American writer and poet Veronika Carnaby recently announced release plans for her debut book, Bohemia, slated to hit US store shelves and Amazon.com in the fall of 2012. Influenced by the works of Beat writers and poets, the story takes place during 1960 and chronicles a group of bohemian twenty-somethings who defy the "ideals" of a mid-twentieth century society to seek creative fulfillment.

"What's different about this book is its stylistic approach,"  the author expressed in a recent statement. "I like to consider it offbeat, avant garde. The plot wasn't written in a traditional manner, but rather in a spontaneous burst over a 3 month period. If you take a liking to the authors of the Beat movement, you'll enjoy Bohemia." Though an official date has yet to be set, the book is anticipated for a September release.

Bohemia will be available for purchase worldwide on Amazon.com and in American bookstores. 

About the author: Veronika Carnaby's vintage charm carries into her written works. Over the years, her Beat-style prose pieces have gained international recognition after appearing in such publications and functions as The Ed Sullivan Show, SESAC Magazine, SXSW, and the SESAC New York Music Awards, among others. Carnaby infuses her writing with a poignancy and passion for 20th century culture, music and literature. Find out more and stay updated at her official website and official Twitter account, @VeronikaCarnaby.