New Covers for Emi Lost and Found

Hey there! Long time no blog.

Life has been pretty hectic, but with no really interesting blogable things happening. However that changed this week, with Lori L. Otto announcing new covers for her series, Emi Lost and Found.

First, Ms Otto released the new cover for the prequel to the series, Not Today, But Someday.

Fabulous, right?

To read her blog post about this release go here.



Next we were treated to the new cover for the bundled series:

Fantastic, right??

To read the blog post about this new edition, go here.



And finally, last night (or this morning, depending on where you are) we finally got to see the new cover of the first book in the series, Lost and Found:

Gorgeous, RIGHT???

To read the post about this gorgeous cover, go here.


Everybody needs this on their e-reader and on their bookshelf.

These covers were photographed and designed by Christi Allen Curtis with the assistance of Katrina Boone, and the lovely model who provides the perfect face for Emi is Alex Wheelus, and they have all done an awesome job, in my humble opinion.


Now I have to say, I loved the covers of my first paperbacks of the series:

The first paperbacks on my bookshelf of the Emi Lost and Found Series

And I was thrilled with the second set of paperbacks on my bookshelf:

I will always love these covers.

But to be honest, my love for these covers has a lot to do with the content.  I would probably love the books if they were covered in refuse bags, that is how much I love this series.  But I recognise that each edition has been an improvement on the last.

With the new covers that are now being released, I feel the Lori, Christi and Katrina have outdone themselves.  And let's face it, photographic covers seem to be the most popular within the market, and these books deserve to be seen by a wider audience.  I hope these covers convince new readers to give this series a chance, and give themselves a chance to fall in love with these characters who have become old and very dear friends to me.


If you haven't already, go treat yourself and get these books with their wonderful new covers.  You won't be disappointed.  The next two books in the series will be released with their new covers soon.

Where to buy.

(remember, new covers have so far been released for Not Today, But Someday,
Emi Lost and Found Bundled Series, and Lost and Found, the first book in the series.  Wait for the cover releases of Time Stands Still and Never Look Back before you buy those)

ELAF Group Read - The Happily Ever After Badge

*ALL THE SPOILERS

Sigh.

These books. I've often said it, rereading these books is like visiting with old friends. It's comfortable and familiar, but it never gets boring. Each time I read them I learn something new about these characters that I love, that I missed the last time.

I never stop wishing that Nate didn't have to die. I never stop hoping that Emi would give Jack a chance. I never stop praying that Jack would give Emi one more chance.  I never don't sigh with satisfaction as I read the last line:

"and I never look back."

 
In the end, everybody got their happy ending. Yes, even Nate. I often find myself wondering what would've happened if Nate hadn't died.  I've even dragged Lori into this discussion with me.  And I think that, sure, somehow the three of them would have made their lives work, would have been content, but I also see a fair amount of disillusionment and disappointment. 
Maybe Emi was Nate's soulmate. And maybe Jack was Emi's. And maybe, everybody got everything they wanted in the end.

I enjoyed this group read so much, even if I had to scramble and play catch-up at the end.  And I will be grateful everyday that I stumbled upon these books.

ELAF Group Read - The Broken Thumb badge

*SPOILERS

She punched him. She actually punched him. AND she totally punched him like a girl and injured herself in the process.  Not that she doesn't deserve it...

Granted, some of the things Jack says to Emi in this chapter may be a little harsh.  But she seriously needs a wake up call. I don't think Emi set out to string Jack along or hurt him in any way, but she hasn't really been considering his feelings either. She's just coasted along in a little comfort zone, not wanting to face any real decisions.

Well, Emi, my girl. It's time to put your big girl panties on and grab hold of that Jack and never, ever let him go!

ELAF Group Read - The Butterfly Ring Badge

*SPOILERS

Everything seems to be going perfectly for our couple. She's met the family and they love her (for the most part). They're talking marriage and babies and he just might've bought a ring (see above).

So why is she pulling away now? Why is distancing herself from the person who grounds her, gives her stability and security...?

Dun dun DUN...

ELAF Group Read - The Rainbows and Unicorns Badge

*SPOILERS

Sigh. That Jackson Holland. He's ruined me for all other men. 

So, this chapter is (mostly) rainbows and unicorns, with Christmas thrown in for good measure, so it's like the best chapter ever written in the history of ever.  Things are looking good, really good, for our couple. But there are still a few storm clouds headed their (our) way. That's the way with life and one of the reasons I love these books so much. They're true to life.

ELAF Group Read - The Kiss Badge

*SPOILERS

That Jackson Holland. Is it hot in here, or is it just me? *fans face*

ELAF Group Read - The Wine Badge

*SPOILERish

Wow. Getting passed the the previous chapters is a struggle. I've mentioned before that this is only the third book in my life that I have cried in. I'm not a crier, but these chapters still get to me. Lori's writing is so relatable. It's just so easy to slip into Emi's head and sob with her.

And the heartache is not over, but you can glimpse light peaking over the horizon.

Onwards! 

ELAG Group Read - The Tissue Box Badge

*SPOILERish

Oh help. 

Ms Otto really is evil. She made us all think everything was fine, only to rip our hearts out later. We were so hopeful...

ELAF Group Read - The Giraffe Badge

*SPOILERish

This is now the third or fourth time I've read this book. And I still find my tummy in knots reading the last few pages. 

It doesn't get any easier, even though I know that good times are coming. And there's no way the good can come without the bad first.

I'm bracing myself for what I know I will be facing in Time Stands Still.

ELAF Group Read - The Flower Badge

Oh man, I suck so bad... One week (not even) left of the group read and I have finally earned badge number.... Four. 

Yep, number four of twelve. Go me.

Anywhoodle, I have pledged to catching up and catch up I shall! Just you watch.

I love and hate this chapter (chapter 12 of Lost and Found) because Nate acts like a douche. He really does, and as a reader you kind of cover your eyes and grit your teeth through it all, watching him be all douchey. BUT, Nate realizes it. And the end of this chapter forces him to take a long hard look at himself, and he comes out of it the man we all know he really is. 

Onwards!

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 30

Day 30 - Team spirit.


Sigh.  This is the last day of the photo challenge.  I have enjoyed it SO much!  And I'm sad it's over.  BUT the group read is still happening so ONWARDS!

#TeamEmi

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/



If you want more information on the group read go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-group-read-with-merit-badges/
 

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 29

Day 29 - The scene in Never Look Back that brought out the tissues.

 Happy tears.

                   

 

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 28

Day 28 - The most romantic thing Jack said.

Again, just one of many. 

Best book guy

                                  

 

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 27

Day 27 - Favourite city mentioned in the series. 

Now, I don't have one seeing as I've never been to any of the places mentioned in the books. But if I could choose one to visit, it'd be Dallas cause then I'd be close enough to visit Lori :)

 Not a world traveller.

             

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 26

Day 26 - Most hated character 

  I have a theme going for krazy Kiersten.

           

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 25

Day 25 - The best part of Never Look Back

 

 

 

Sigh

 

 

 

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 24

Day 24 - Your favourite scene of Jack's

 Just one of many

                   

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 23

Day 23 - The most heart-wrenching scene of Time Stands Still

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Photo Challenge - Day 22

Day 22 - Jack's brownstone 

Home Sweet Home

                   

 

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/

ELAF Group Read & Photo Challenge Day 21

*SPOILERS*

I've made it to the third badge! I'm on a little bit of a holiday for the next three days, an extra long weekend I gave myself, so hopefully, I will make some real progress now.

This 'Pow' badge comes at a pretty upsetting time in the first book. Nate has gotten himself into a little bit of trouble by losing himself to passion. Again. That boy...

Many of the readers are very anti Nate's girlfriend in this stage of the book. I don't really think Samantha deserves quite that much derision. I see her as highly naive but not really manipulative.

Anywhoodle, onwards!

 

Day 21 - Most memorable symbol in the series. 

There are so many memorable symbols, but for me, the most memorable one is a phrase.

I can make a phrase a symbol if I want

 

For more information on the photo challenge, go here: http://authorlorilotto.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/emi-lost-and-found-30-day-photo-challenge/