What you need to know about the CreateSpace and KDP merger

“In a few weeks, we'll start automatically moving books to KDP. Your books will remain available for sale throughout the move and you'll continue to earn royalties. If you have a release planned soon or you would like to start the move yourself, you can move your entire CreateSpace catalog to KDP in just a few steps. Get started on CreateSpace Member Dashboard or your KDP Bookshelf.” https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/GSJULX3WGP36HQ3R#general_info

Updated Information

It has long been rumored that KDP would finally shut down their publishing counterpart Createspace, but as KDP struggled to create a compatible offering for their print distribution, we’ve endured rumor, misinformation, and fear-mongering.

CreateSpace is owned by KDP but they are not Amazon. Amazon acquired the printing and distribution channel in 2005 to produce music and video. You may remember Booksurge as the original name of the publishing arm that was merged in with CreateSpace. They have largely operated independently since they were acquired.

In late 2017 CreateSpace announced they were discontinuing author services: editorial, lay out, design, and cover work. This move came as no surprise to most independent authors who were largely using freelancers at a much more affordable rate to handle these necessary services. They were no longer a cost-effective service for the publishing distributor to offer and made the cut cleanly and almost quietly. Following their discontinuing of services, speculation spread like wildfire of CreateSpace's imminent demise.

While all this was happening, KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing), Amazon’s in-house ebook distribution channel expanded their beta transition into full-ish service print media. The ish is there because while they were working closely to adopt a similar model to CreateSpace, they had not quite hit the mark on reach and quality.

If you’ve ever seen one of my talks on self-publishing you’ll remember my rant about the big band reading, “not for resale” across proof copies. I still maintain as an independant author and small press publisher that if I am paying for a product, even a proof, I had better damn well be able to use it for sales to recoup cost at a later time. I can't sell something clearly labeled "Not for Resale."  But that is an argument for another day.

It does point to an important issue however. KDP service has not matched quality and reach during their Beta phase. Now that this merger is happening, and authors have no choice but to make a move, will this pose more production problems for indie authors?

The answer is not clear, however I will say KDP has come a long way since their initial offering. Let's break down what you can expect if you make the move from CreateSpace to KDP.

KDP Print - Offers Interior Templates in Word and Cover Creator tool which should be comparable to Createspace. (I have not tested this feature.)

If you used Cover Creator on CreateSpace, the design won't be compatible with Cover Creator on KDP. We'll move your CreateSpace files and print your book use the existing cover. However, if you want to update your cover after the move to KDP, you'll need to design a new one with KDP's Cover Creator.

KDP Print - Offers an all-in-one sales tracking system. If you’ve published ebooks with them you are familiar with their reporting. Which, in KDP’s defense has come a long way in the last year. Still could use more fine tuning tweaks but over-all gives lots of good information.


KDP promises to offer the same distribution as Createspace. This is important as earlier this year some channels were not included in their distribution network. Pay very close attention to your channels when porting the books over from Createspace.

KDP doesn't currently support paperback distribution to Amazon.com.au, Amazon.com.br, or Amazon.nl. Australian users can place orders from Amazon.com or Amazon.co.uk. Portuguese language users can place orders from Amazon.com. Dutch language users can place orders from Amazon.de. https://kdp.amazon.com/en_US/help/topic/G202132360

KDP offers the same royalty rates as Createspace. 

KDP offers 60% royalty (minus printing costs) for retail sales and 40% (minus printing costs) for Expanded Distribution. Based on the print options you chose, KDP automatically calculates and displays your estimated royalty in the Rights & Pricing section of title setup.

Payment schedules differ between the two platforms. CreateSpace pays monthly royalties 30 days after the end of the month in which they were earned. KDP pays monthly royalties approximately 60 days after the end of the month in which they were earned.

KDP Print offers non-standard trim sizes, including the option to input your own trim size.

KDP Does not remove books from circulation during alterations. This is a good thing. Often when updating print books there is a 2-3 day gap in sale ability while new version were being reviewed and proofed under the Createspace model.

KDP Print offers the ability to use one of their ISBN’s for free. Remember that if you chose to do this KDP owns that ISBN. Cost-wise, it may seem like a no-brainer, but should you ever want to change distributors later in your career, you will have to relinquish that ISBN and the associating metadata and reviews for that book in order to re-publish it later.

KDP Print offers you the ability to schedule ads for your Print edition through AMS.


The switch from CreateSpace to KDP Print is permanent. There is no going back once you either complete the manual transfer, or wait for KDP to do it for you. Either way the end is here for Createspace and you must decide where to place your books.


Some indies out there are unaware of other options, so before you jump to make your decision, take a few minutes to look into a third, very big option. Ingram Spark. https://www.ingramspark.com/

IngramSpark - At a glance

Offers hardcovers.

Cheaper color printing.

Better expanded distribution.

Ability to control pricing, discounting, and return-ability to big box stores.

Not associated with Amazon but does include them in network.

Requires ISBN - Additional cost

Setup Fees - Look for coupons, they're out there. 

No hand-holding - Know your stuff before you publish.

Bottom Line: You're going to have to make your move soon. Do your research and make sure you're making the right moves.

What am I going to do? 

I'll make the move to KDP for Amazon distribution. But, for extended reach, I'll also be publishing those same books through Ingram Spark.

Because I own my ISBN's I can do this.

And so can you. If you take anything away from this, please make sure you always have control over your books. ISBN's might seem expensive at first, but they will give you freedom in the long run if and when printers change hands or go out of business.

What does the Comic-Con Trademark mean for Pop-Culture events of the future?

ProTip: Don’t drive a Comic-Con branded car around SDCC advertising your own convention. It’s kind of a dick move. 

It was just that kind of assholery that launched the great trademark debate between SDCC and SLCC  FanX.



It’s official! I’ll say it again for those in the back.

Comic-Con is a San Diego trademark!

The trademark dispute that began in 2014 has now finally become fully enforceable. Federal court Judge, Anthony Battaglia ruled in favor of San Diego Comic-Con. Salt Lake City Comic-Con Fan X producers, Dan Farr Productions have been slapped with a $4 million in legal fees.

Attorney Peter Hahn, who represented Comic-Con, said “The court’s rulings affirm without question that the Comic-Con trademarks are valid and incontestable and provide support for San Diego Comic Convention’s continuing efforts to protect its Comic-Con brand against infringement by others.”

He noted that while there is no other outstanding litigation in the federal district court, there is pending litigation in the U.S. Patent and Trademark office targeting the Salt Lake and Denver comic conventions.
http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/tourism/sd-fi-comiccon-ruling-fees-20180824-story.html

Woe be to those who dare use the moniker without permission.
Boston, Montreal, Quebec, and New York currently brand as Comic-Con and it is unclear now whether licensing agreements have been struck for these events following the verdict against Salt Lake City.

Dan Farr Productions has worked to re-brand the Salt Lake City event “FanX.” However, in advertisements they note it was “formerly Comic Con.” Per Battaglia’s ruling this is also not allowed. All references to Comic-Con must be removed, even ones using the words “formerly.” https://fox13now.com/2018/08/24/the-convention-formerly-known-as-salt-lake-comic-con-loses-another-round-in-copyright-battle/

Dan Farr Productions are also prohibited from selling or donating any merchandise and all marketing materials “bearing the specific word combinations Comic Con, Comic-Con, or any phonetic equivalents,” Battaglia ordered. http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/tourism/sd-fi-comiccon-ruling-fees-20180824-story.html

The far-reaching implications of Federal court Judge, Anthony Battaglia's ruling on August 24th, 2018 have yet to truly be realized. The ongoing case has sent shockwaves through the convention circuit.

Longstanding heavy hitter conventions like Phoenix Comic Con were one of the early adopters following the court battle. Square Egg Entertainment https://square-egg.com/, which produces Pop Culture events in Phoenix, Minnesota, and attempted to reach out to Las Vegas this summer (now cancelled) filed papers early this year, in an Arizona federal court to ask for a ruling declaring they are not violating San Diego Comic-Con’s trademark.

Square Egg Entertainment re-branded their flagship convention, Phoenix Comic-Con to Phoenix Comic Fest early in 2018, mere months before their annual spring show. https://legionofsand.com/2018/01/02/square-egg-entertainment-rebrands-phoenix-comicon/

Their attempt to re-brand to get ahead of any legal troubles has irrefutably shown the power in a name. A staple in the Phoenix area, Comic-Con’s initial re-branding to Phoenix Comic Fest confused convention goers who attend their Fall show, Phoenix Fan Fest. Following the cancellation of that show, Square Egg Entertainment attempted a complete re-brand of all their conventions, dropping their two-a-year Phoenix venue to one and using the new moniker Fan Fusion.

The drastic change in name so close to show date is a costly endeavor. Marketing materials, and promotional items all needed the re-branding. And this came mere months before the show. That no doubt added to the production company’s financial issues.

Square Egg Events have cancelled two of their 2018 shows following massive layoffs of key staff members this month. https://nerdvanamedia.com/events/vegas-fan-fusion-canceled/129236/

The sudden changes in name for their flagship show also confused consumers and vendors. As a three year vendor at this event I can tell you from my experience that there was a noticeable difference in crowd size as well as repeat vendors. Some of that can be attributed to the 2017 issues with a shooter caught on the first day of the convention and the sledge-hammer response from the convention center regarding security.
https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts/phoenix-comicon-gunman-matthew-sterling-punisher-jason-david-frank-9363877

The 2018 show carried a palpable level of uncertainty on the show floor, and many vendors had lackluster commitments of continuing in 2019. 

Looking at what happened in Phoenix, leaves some to speculate whether or not it would have been better for them to reach out to SDCC and come to an agreement on licensing. It might have saved the company money in the long run. 

Other longstanding conventions have already opted to work within the trademark. Rose City Comic Con jumped in ahead of the ruling to work with SDCC, announcing their 2018 show in September will be named Comic Con with SDCC’s blessing.

“Rose City Comic Con, Portland, Oregon’s largest comics and pop-culture convention, is proud to announce its association with San Diego Comic Convention for its three-day event taking place September 7-9, 2018 at the Oregon Convention Center. Rose City Comic Con received the license at no additional cost to the show, and acknowledges the trademark owned by San Diego Comic Convention and is excited to affiliate itself with the prestigious event.”
https://rosecitycomiccon.com/news/rose-city-comic-con-gets-san-diego-comic-con-seal-approval/

Naming confusion can mean loss of consumer trust and loss of revenue. Pop-Culture conventions that already use the branding of Comic-Con might find it more in line with their interest to work with SDCC going forward and obtain licensing to retain the name consumers know them by.

Whatever path conventions take with their naming going forward, one thing is clear, SDCC is the original and if you want to be known as a Comic Convention, you’d better ask for permission.

Kelly Marie Tran Just Leveled The Trolls! #StrongWomen #SpeakOut

Kelly Marie Tran Just Leveled The Trolls With a Well-Written Letter to the New York Times.

Actress, Kelly Marie Tran made her first major motion debut in 2017 as Rose Tico in “Star Wars: The Last Jedi.” As the first lead female character of color in Star Wars – a truly iconic series – she played more than just a role, she provided inspiration to future generations of minority or marginalized women in America.

Let’s just pause for a moment to address how important it is to have someone to look up to. Little girls, especially young women of color need these positive representations. They need to know that they can aspire to be whatever they want.

However the greatness of what Kelly represented in playing the character of Rose was overshadowed by a mass outpouring of hatred from the internet. Beyond critiquing her performance, Ms. Tran’s gender, age, and ethnicity were dragged into the mud.

Even with the support of her fellow cast-mates and iconic character actors like Mark Hamill showing support, Ms. Tran felt it necessary to remove herself from social media due to the extreme level of harassment.

She left a parting message in her bio on her Instagram page, "Afraid, but doing it anyway.”

Thankfully that was not the end.

On August 21^st 2018 Kelly Marie Tran set the internet on fire with an emotional and well-written public response to the underlying issues in our society that empower trolls while devaluing women.

Classy and heartfelt, Ms. Tran writes to the New York Times:

“It wasn’t their words, it’s that I started to believe them. Their words seemed to confirm what growing up as a woman and a person of color already taught me: that I belonged in margins and spaces, valid only as a minor character in their lives and stories…. Their words reinforced a narrative I had heard my whole life: that I was “other,” that I didn’t belong, that I wasn’t good enough, simply because I wasn’t like them. And that feeling, I realize now, was, and is, shame, a shame for the things that made me different, a shame for the culture from which I came from. And to me, the most disappointing thing was that I felt it at all.”

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/21/movies/kelly-marie-tran.html

She speaks from a place of reflection, telling a story of how she grew up white-washing herself to be more palatable for the masses. How she feels shame for the world at large for creating an atmosphere of intolerance for differences. She explains how her parents changed their names, and how she herself stopped speaking her native language entirely due to the fact she was, “Tired of hearing other kids mock me.”

Her letter was an eye-opener. We often place celebrities on a pedestal and think of them being somehow immune to the problems of normal people. She takes us through the realities of the struggles she had to endure just to get where she was. Her celebrity status gives her the ability to speak with the voice of those who are still struggling with these very same issues.

Taking it a step further Ms. Tran’s words give readers a human connection to the reality of online harassment. It may happen on the internet, but the damaging effects of the words on the screen are painfully real.

Trolls hide behind anonymity. That is their power. Being completely detached from reality, they have the freedom to say what they want without having to look that person in the eye and see the damage they’ve done. Online harassment has become a serious problem over the last decade. It’s only getting worse, and fighting it is not simple.

Kelly could have fought back on their turf, replying to the hateful message she received, but on the internet, that only feeds the trolls.

Her response and timing was delivered with precision. She came back swinging with a narrative that sheds light on the problems which have given trolls their power for years. Shes masterfully scolds those who attempt to shame others for their differences.

“I want to live in a world where people of all races, religions, socioeconomic classes, sexual orientations, gender identities and abilities are seen as what they have always been: human beings.”  “I want to live in a world where women are not subjected to scrutiny for their appearance, or their actions, or their general existence.”

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/21/movies/kelly-marie-tran.html

She stood up. She fought back. She showed the world that this kind of behavior should not, will not, be tolerated. Her powerful message is inspiring. Like a phoenix, she’s risen from the ashes and become a stellar role model for young women.

“I had been brainwashed into believing that my existence was limited to the boundaries of another person’s approval. I had been tricked into thinking that my body was not my own, that I was beautiful only if someone else believed it, regardless of my own opinion. I had been told and retold this by everyone: by the media, by Hollywood… Yes, I have been lied to. We all have. …This is the world I grew up in, but not the world I want to leave behind. My real name is Loan. And I am just getting started.”

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/21/movies/kelly-marie-tran.html

You can’t see it right now, but I’m slow-clapping for Ms. Tran. Bravo! I’m proud of you for standing up and using your celebrity to give voice to problems that need to be addressed in our society.

I can’t wait to see what you do next!

Humor, a spoonful of sugar to help the drama go down!

Humor is often an underappreciated element in entertainment. Whether it be movies, television, or books, all entertainment that’s labeled as humor is taken less seriously.

In Fantasy, the focus is on creating deep worlds filled with curses and creatures facing the ultimate doom. It’s all about the drama, and cheapening it with slapstick makes your story little more than fluff.

In Sci-Fi, you’re expected to nail the technology, get that part right or it isn’t worth reading.

And yet huge fandoms have developed around those very genres where humor has been employed with panache. Discworld, Princess Bride, Harry Potter, The Marvel Cinematic Universe, and Doctor Who, just to name a few.

Humor in its own genre is used to induce the most laughs possible at any expense. And it can feel cheap and lacking of substance when done to excess. But even then, we all have our guilty pleasures; entertainment we turn to when we need that laugh.

The ability to induce laughter is a tool like any other in our arsenal. Too much horror, drama, or sappy love, etc…can sink a story as quickly as humor. An author’s goal is to entertain. To do so means striking a delicate balance between the ranges of emotions you want readers to feel. Humor, employed purposefully can create elegant emotional beats. It’s all about the timing.

Look at Guardians of the Galaxy. James Gunn employed seemingly cheap laughs with precision to break up the tension. This created emotional pauses that allowed the audience a breath of fresh air, before the next wave of mounting tension. We can’t all have a dance-off to save the universe, and as absurd as it sounds, you have to admit that level of well-timed humor punctuated the scene perfectly. Following that palate cleansing chuckle, you were emotionally ready for what came next.

Firefly, a Space Opera series — that deserved more time than it got — captured viewers with its perfect blend of science, fantasy, and absurdity. That series’ fandom grew rapidly and — despite not being on the air for more than a decade — still dream of a reboot. Joss Whedon’s mastery of sarcasm and wit made the characters feel real. Natural speech is filled with multiple levels of humor. Sarcasm, dry wit, ironic one-liners, snarky comebacks. All those punctuating points are essential to capture. People connected with those characters and overlooked any technological discrepancies. A huge feat in the Sci-Fi world. When those characters were faced with impossible odds, and had to do whatever it took to stay alive, they did, but not without all that delicious snarky commentary that had viewers laughing along with the characters. How many of you out there know the words to the Hero of Canton? The man they call Jayne!

There are so many instances of humor adding just the right flair, but let’s not overlook stories that sit heavily inside the genre of humor. Princess Bride is my absolute favorite. It had everything you could want combining elements of comedy, adventure, fantasy, romance, and fairy tale. This laugh-a-minute tale delivered everything with such precision that despite its age, it remains a beloved classic. To devalue its entertainment value because of is comical base is simply Inconceivable! It has stood the test of time, because the humor was woven tightly into the plot.

As powerful as it is, humor must be handled with care. It can easily become cheap and slap sticky. That’s when humor loses its appeal. However, if done right, I believe it amplifies the entertainment value of any story.

In the case of my Agents of A.S.S.E.T. series, humor is the tool I employ to soften the blows as Sage (the main character) is thrown to the wolves in the new magical world she finds herself in. It’s terrifying and deadly; all the while being utterly fascinating. There are many emotions to work through as the plot becomes darker. But, as I’ve said above, a well-timed dose of humor, if you’ll indulge me, can be the spoon-full of sugar to help the drama go down. In the hopes of capturing just that, during Sage’s journey, I called upon the lessons I’ve learned from the greats:

“Never ignore coincidence. Unless, of course, you’re busy. In which case, always ignore coincidence.” ~ The Doctor (Doctor Who)

“The name is the important thing for inspiring the necessary fear. You see, no one would surrender to the Dread Pirate Wesley.” ~ Wesley (Princess Bride)

“Have fun stormin' da castle.” ~ Miracle Max (Princess Bride)

“I just want you to feel you’re doing well. I hate for people to die embarrassed.” ~ Fezzik (Princess Bride)

“Curse your sudden but inevitable betrayal!” ~ Wash (Firefly)

“You want weapons? We're in a library. Books are the best weapon in the world. This room's the greatest arsenal we could have. Arm yourself!” ~ The Doctor (Doctor Who)

“Aim to misbehave.” ~ Captain Malcolm Reynolds (Firefly)

“There's no point in being grown up if you can't be childish sometimes.” ~ The Doctor (Doctor Who)

Life is not fair. Our author isn’t either. Be glad you got a starring role in her book! #Character #Confessions

SAGE: Looks around cautiously before sitting down.

“My name is Sage Cynwrig, and I’m super excited to finally have a chance to speak without the Grand High Poohbah looking over my shoulder.”

GREY: Sneaks up behind Sage.

“Don’t let Ava hear you say that. Or wait, please do. I’d love to see her string your newbie-ass up.” 

SAGE: 

“First off… Rude! And second, I might be new but I’m not stupid enough to talk crap about her. I was referring to our author.” 

GREY: 

“Do you have any girl friends?”

SAGE: 

“What is that supposed to mean?”

GREY: 

“Just an observation. You don’t seem to get along with women.” 

SAGE: 

“Says the man who has no friends what so ever.”

GREY: *shrugs* 

“Liabilities.” 

SAGE: 

“What are you doing here anyway? This is supposed to be my show.”

GREY: 

“Do we really need to revisit the incident with the vampire?” 

SAGE: 

“You mean the vampire you sent to kill me?”

GREY: 

“I was referring to the one you invited into your apartment!”

SAGE: 

“One in the same there, buddy. Do me a favor, you’re killing my screen time here, just sit there and look pretty. Let me finish my interview.” 

GREY: Adjusts his fedora and winks.

“Every time I let you out of my sight you find some new and creative way to get yourself killed. I really don’t want to have to deal with that paperwork. Go ahead, continue this idiocy.”

SAGE: 

“Back to what I was saying.” 

GREY: 

“Which was?”

SAGE: 

“One more word and I knock that stupid hat off your stupid head.”

GREY: 

“You said you liked my hat.”

SAGE: 

“You said you’d be quiet.” 

GREY: 

“Never actually spoke those words.”

SAGE: 

“Okay just ignore him or we’ll never get to today’s topic. Which is evil authors. Seriously. My author must work for Disney or something. What is the first thing she does? Kill off my mom. Page-freaking-one. Before you all could see how absolutely bad-ass she was, Mrs. Evil Author just offs her. Off screen no less. I didn’t even get the chance to say goodbye.” 

GREY: 

“Complain, complain, complain. You see what I have to put up with all day?”

SAGE: 

“Says the man who ended her existence.” 

GREY: 

“Your mom was gone long before I dispatched the thing that reanimated her body. And if I hadn’t removed her head when I did, you’d have lost your own. I believe the words you’re looking for are, thank you Grey, for single-handedly saving my life.”

SAGE: 

“When did your parent die again? How many hundreds of years ago? Give me a break here the wounds are still fresh.”

GREY: 

“Your mother died in service to A.S.S.E.T. She was revered as one of the best among our kind. Honor her memory by serving the agency in the same fashion and her legacy will live on through you.” 

SAGE: 

“Are you reading from a card?”

GREY: Shrugs*

“I could just tattoo it to your forehead, as many times as I’ve had to say it to you.” 

SAGE: 

“Touché.” 

GREY: Tips his hat.

SAGE: 

“But, I stand by what I said. Our author is evil. She not only kills my mom off, but doesn’t even tell me about my family’s legacy. I mean, c’mon at least give a girl a heads up before throwing vampires, trolls, and ogres at her.” 

GREY: 

“I thought you liked Devon.”

SAGE: 

“He’s the best personal trainer money can buy. Seriously. PX90 has nothing on an ogre’s workouts. But what I mean is, don’t leave your MC in the dark. Help a girl out. If our author had given me even the slightest clue of what our family is, I’d have freaked out less.”

GREY: 

“It’s our way.”

SAGE: 

“It’s our way because our evil author wrote us that way. She could have written us differently, and let our family tell us about the magical world and how we fit within it.”

GREY: 

“Leave it to you to find the negative in having a magical legacy. If your mom had not been killed.”

SAGE: 

“Murdered.”

GREY: 

“Fine. If she had not been murdered, you’d have never known about magic. Our connection to the magical realm is only activated when one of our kind die. You’d have lived an entirely human life, had kids, a dog, whatever, and never known about magic if your mother had lived on.” 

SAGE: 

“Plot hole! How would my mom have lived on as an immortal without me noticing?”

GREY: 

“You don’t read the manuals do you? ASSET Agent contract, addendum 57 article C. Agents with living relatives must surrender their identity, fake their death for the layman, when it no longer becomes believable for their service to continue in their active duty station.” 

SAGE: 

“I may have missed that section. I didn’t really get a good chance to look at the contract. You guys rushed me through processing and all. But I will.” 

GREY: 

“Life is not fair. Our author isn’t going to be either. Be glad you got a starring role in her books.” 

SAGE: 

“Kiss ass.” 

GREY: 

“I know how to play the game, and keep myself from being killed off.” 

SAGE: 

“Says the man who hates games.” 

GREY: 

“The games you play, yes. Pretending to cast spells and kill dragons. You live this shit every day at work. Why in the Mother’s name would you want to play it with a bunch of humans?”

SAGE: 

“Because in that world, I can actually cast spells.” 

GREY: 

“Negatron strikes again.” 

SAGE: 

“Did Grey Maddox just make a joke?”

GREY: 

“I’ll try not to let it go to my head.”

SAGE: 

“Good because your dad-jokes aren’t that funny.” 

GREY: 

“Can we get back to work now? This is taking forever.” 

SAGE: 

“I still stand behind my point. My author… our author is evil. She purposefully puts us in positions to fail. She kills off people we love without giving us a chance to say good bye.”

GREY: 

“This is me playing the saddest tune on world’s smallest violin.”

SAGE: 

“And she writes me a partner who has the emotional depth of a puddle evaporating in the desert heat.” 

GREY: 

“Hold on. I think I hear the waaaaaambulence.” 

SAGE: 

“I’ll leave it to you guys. Read the Agents of ASSET series, A Weapon of Magical Destruction and A Taste of Your Own Magic. You’ll see. Katie Salidas is the evilest of all authors. Even now she is penning our next massive FUBAR assignment Magic in Disguise. The levels of her cruelty know no bounds.” 

GREY: 

“Are you finished?”

SAGE: Smacks the fedora off of Grey’s head.

“Yep. All done. Let’s go! 

Happy Reading Y’all!”

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