YA LGBT Books discussion

Hello. My name is E. Summers, with the E. standing for Elizabeth or Liz. I just self-published my first LGBT YA novel .

Beneath Angel's Wings is a coming of age novel about a gay teen who feels alone and desperate and is about to take an irrevocable step to end his life when he is interrupted by a slightly older stranger. Although they have vastly different backgrounds, the boys develop a friendship that helps them both move forward to realizing their life's goals.

The book deals with depression, attempted suicide, and physical and verbal bullying, so it should not be read by anyone who would find these subjects unduly disturbing. Due to the serious nature of the themes, the book is intended for readers who are fifteen or older.

The e-book is available for sale on Amazon and Smashwords. You can also enter to win a copy by leaving a comment on or before November 15 on this blog post: http://esummersbooks.blogspot.com/201...

Thank you for checking out my topic and happy reading!

I beta read this book and its definitely worth checking out. (real review to come, when I am little less swamped with my own release.) Check it out.

A must read book. My review can be found at http://greedybugbookreviews.com/benea...

Hi Liz, the cover came out great, eh? On my TBR list.

Rachel wrote: "I beta read this book and its definitely worth checking out. (real review to come, when I am little less swamped with my own release.) Check it out."

Thanks Rachel and no worries about a review - I know exactly what life is like when a new book comes out :). Congratulations on your new release and best of luck!

Josh wrote: "A must read book. My review can be found at http://greedybugbookreviews.com/benea..."

Thanks so much Josh!

Kaje wrote: "Hi Liz, the cover came out great, eh? On my TBR list."

Thanks, Kaje. Hopefully you'll find the story lives up to the cover. :)

I forgot to mention in my fist post that I will donate half of my proceeds from the November sales of Beneath Angel's Wings to Lost 'n Found Youth, an Atlanta based organization that helps homeless LGBT youth get off the streets. It's a worthy cause and my employer will match my contributions making each sale even more valuable. Buy a book for yourself and help homeless LGBT kids - it's a win-win!

Leave a comment on this blog post on or before this Friday, November 15, for a chance to win your own e-copy of Beneath Angel's Wings http://esummersbooks.blogspot.com/201...

Josh did an interview with me on Greedy Bug Book Reviews. Check it out :) http://greedybugbookreviews.com/inter...

Check out the True Colorz blog today to read an interview with yours truly and leave a comment before December 9 for a chance to win a copy of Beneath Angel's Wings. Good luck!

http://true-colorz.blogspot.com/2013/...

I'm practically speechless, but so excited for Beneath Angel's Wings to have made Josh's top 3 YA LGBTQ books of the year on Greedy Bug Book Reviews. http://greedybugbookreviews.com/joshs...

E. wrote: "I'm practically speechless, but so excited for Beneath Angel's Wings to have made Josh's top 3 YA LGBTQ books of the year on Greedy Bug Book Reviews. http://greedybugbookreviews.com/joshs...-..."

He loved it, and he has read a LOT of books. Congratulations :)

E. wrote: "I'm practically speechless, but so excited for Beneath Angel's Wings to have made Josh's top 3 YA LGBTQ books of the year on Greedy Bug Book Reviews. http://greedybugbookreviews.com/joshs...-..."

Congratulations, Liz!

Kazza wrote:
He loved it, and he has read a LOT of books. Congratulations :)

Thank you! The fact that he has read and reviewed so many books is definitely contributing to my "Sally Field" moment! :)

Michael wrote: Congratulations, Liz!

Thank you and congrats back!

E. wrote: "Kazza wrote:
He loved it, and he has read a LOT of books. Congratulations :)

Thank you! The fact that he has read and reviewed so many books is definitely contributing to my "Sally Field" moment! :)"

"You love me. You truly love me!" Did I nail it?! lol

Kazza wrote: "E. wrote: "Kazza wrote:
He loved it, and he has read a LOT of books. Congratulations :)

Thank you! The fact that he has read and reviewed so many books is definitely contributing to my "Sally Fie..."

I think Sally Field used "like" instead of "love," and I know I would, but yeah, that's it :). I think that's my favorite all time Oscar moment. She just seemed so genuinely surprised and happy. It was very sweet.

E. wrote: "Kazza wrote: "E. wrote: "Kazza wrote:
He loved it, and he has read a LOT of books. Congratulations :)

Thank you! The fact that he has read and reviewed so many books is definitely contributing to..."

That's right, "You like me. You truly like me!

Just wanted to let everyone know that in honor of Summer vacation, the price of Beneath Angel's Wings is reduced to $2.99 now through the end of June. More information on my blog: http://esummersbooks.blogspot.com/201...

(for some reason Kobo is still showing the regular $4.99 price - I hope they will update their price soon. Amazon, B&N, iTunes and Smashwords all show the $2.99 sale price)

Enjoy!