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Gina Rosati’s Anna Rogan on the Moon from AURACLE

One Giant Step for Anna Rogan

Did you know that if you leave a footstep on the moon in 1969, it will still be there today? When I saw this factoid on the internet, I didn’t believe it, so I had to come up here to check for myself.

Yup, I’m on the moon. One of the benefits of being able to astrally project is I can go anywhere I want, so sometimes I come up here, especially on nights when my father is in one of his moods and my best friend Rei’s not around to talk to. The first time I ventured up here, I was about five years old. At that age, I had certain expectations. I expected the moon to be a bright and happy place, because that’s how it looks from Earth, so I was pretty comfuzzled when I landed on this dark, pocky dustball. I was hoping to avoid The Man in the Moon because even when I was five, he sounded kind of sketchy, but I really wanted to see that giant cow – you know, “Hey, diddle, diddle … the cow jumps over the moon”? Guess what? No cow.

At first, I felt cheated, like the moon was just a big lie. For a long time, I didn’t bother to go back because the moon paled in comparison to all the other bright and shiny things exploding all over the universe. Then a few years back, after a day of verbal fireworks and parental fail occurred at my house, I needed to get away, so I bounced up here.

It’s very quiet on the moon. We don’t get this absolute quiet on Earth, because something is always making noise there – a bird singing, a refrigerator humming, even our own heart beating. But up here on the moon, there are no birds or household appliances or bodies. All you can hear is an absolute and overwhelming silence. The earth looks sort of small and peaceful from the moon, half of it hidden in the night and the other half all green, brown, blue and swirly white clouds. It reminds me of the yin/yang symbol. And even though I’m hovering over this dark, dusty rock knowing that down there on earth, storms blow and fires burn and people hurt each other, I’m learning to find some perspective in it all … that one good friend can make all the difference, that sometimes I need to adjust my expectations, and there is truth to the saying that light shines through the cracks of life.

And hey, believe it or not, look what I found right next to the American flag – one small step for mankind!

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Published on August 7th 2012 by Roaring Brook Press

Description:

On the surface, there’s nothing special about Anna Rogan; she gets average grades, she’s not especially beautiful, and she spends most of her time just hanging out with her best friend, Rei. But Anna has a secret; she can astrally project out of her body, allowing her spirit to explore the world and the far reaches of the universe.

When there’s an accident and her classmate Taylor takes over Anna’s body, what was an exhilarating distraction from her repressive life threatens to become a permanent state. Faced with a future of never aging, never being heard or touched, Anna turns to Rei for help. Together they search for a way to get Anna back into her body in time to stop Taylor from accusing an innocent friend of her murder, but they don’t take into account the deeper feelings that are beginning to grow between them.

A story about an out-of-body experience gone terribly wrong, Auracle by Gina Rosati is an exciting, sensual novel that explores the relationship between body and soul and the power of a single touch.

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I am a book lover with an obsession for all things urban fantasy. I cut my teeth on the paranormal genre with Buffy and Twilight before discovering Patricia Briggs and Ilona Andrews. Suffice it to say I’ve never looked back. I am the co-founder of ARC Swap, and in 2011 I managed the Urban Fantasy portal on both Facebook and Twitter for Tor.com covering ‘everything that goes bump in the night in books, movies, TV, and more.’

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155 Responses to Deadly Destinations: Gina Rosati & win AURACLE

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Anne C. August 8, 2012

Sounds like an amazing book!
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thank you, Anne! xox!
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Jessica@a GREAT read August 8, 2012

Remember seeing this one at RT this year–swag and promo wise! Sounds incredible! Can’t wait!
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Jessica – My Apocalypsies sister, Suzanne Lazear, author of INNOCENT DARKNESS, which comes out today(!!) was passing out bunches of our swag, including Auracle, because she’s just that awesome.
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StacyUFI August 8, 2012

this looks really good.
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Stacy! xox!
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kara-karina August 8, 2012

Love that little character guest post! Made me want to read Auracle straight away
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Awww, thanks, Kara! xox!
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Carla C. August 8, 2012

Hi Gina! I have to say, this is one of my favorite covers among this year’s summer releases — it’s just so pretty and shiny… (*.*)
Now, my question, Anna can project out of her body, would you like to have such ability? If so, tell me the first place you would visit.
(Thanks for the international giveaway!)
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Carla – I’m really happy with the cover too! I would love to be able to astrally project. There are so many interesting places here on earth (I did a ton of research for Anna’s trips) but I’d also love to go off in search of life on other planets, especially in the Pleiades star system.
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    Carla C. August 10, 2012
    
    Very Prometheus!
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June August 8, 2012

This sounds like a really good story. What made you choose astro projection for your heroine? I am with Carla and wondering where you would project yourself if possible? A certain spot on Earth? Another planet or moon in space?
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, June! I started getting lucid dreams/sleep paralysis when I was in college, and I’ve read that these dreams can be confused with out-of-body experiences – that’s where the idea of astral projection came from. Besides the Pleiades star system, there are so many places I’d love to see on Earth too, especially places that are tough to get to, like Macchu Picchu.
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sienny August 8, 2012

hi gina! thanks for making this open for international
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Gina Rosati August 8, 2012

My pleasure, Sienny!
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Natalie Cleary August 8, 2012

I love the sound of this!! I cant wait to read it so thanks so much for the chance and for making it International. Also I love that swag
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Natalie! xoxo!
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Dovile August 8, 2012

Interesting idea. Does astral projection have any limits?
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  No limits that I can think of – people claim that they’ve traveled all over the universe, and into different times and through different dimensions.
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Dani Nguyen August 8, 2012

I’m pretty sure this is the first book on astral projection I’ve come across. Sounds really different & interesting. And I love that cover! Can’t wait to read. Thanks for the chance to win!
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Dani! xox!
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Kt. August 8, 2012

I am dying to read this book. It just sounds so interesting and unique!
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Kt! xox!
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erinf1 August 8, 2012

congrats on the release! It sounds fabulous
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Erin xox!
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Alyssa Susanna August 8, 2012

GINA WHY ARE YOU SO AWESOME????? Lol that is not my question
So I think I’ve read like one book that involves astral projection, and that was not really fleshed out in the book. It’ll be interesting to see how you have written about it! Okay, here’s my real question. I’m a little confused about the names… Rei and Taylor are a bit ambiguous. Genders please? I know Anna of course
Thank you for the cool giveaway, and congrats on the release!!!

Alyssa <3
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  <3 Alyssa!! Rei is a guy – his real name is Robert Reiki Ellis, but because his father's name is also Robert, they call him Rei (pronounced Ray) to avoid confusion. In my family, my father-in-law, husband and son are all named Jerry, and when we're all together and someone says, "Hey, Jerry!", they all look up, so I know about confusion. Taylor is a girl. Sometimes parents give their daughter a name that can be either male or female because they figure it will give her an advantage in the business world. And you are very welcome! xox!
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Chelsea Foust August 8, 2012

This sounds interesting, seriously! I love to read paranormal books, or books that are set/happen in a fantasy world! The cover is awesome! Nice job!
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thank you, Chelsea! The designer who created this cover is Michael Yuen, and I agree, he did a phenomenal job!
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Kristen August 8, 2012

This one looks great. Definitely something I’d like to read soon!
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Kristen xox!
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Nora-Adrienne Deret August 8, 2012

Being obsessed with all things Paranormal, this book intrigues me. When that happens I just have to own a copy… and if I can’t afford it, I try to win it. LOL

I’ve always wondered what it would be like to have an out of body experience. Especially since mine is the size of a blimp.
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Winning rocks!! Good luck, Nora! xox!
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Carl August 8, 2012

What an interesting take on astral projection and some of the things that could go wrong. Certainly not an aspect that many of us have previously considered. Love the moon story. Thanks for offering a copy of your book
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Carl xox!
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Marie O. August 8, 2012

This book looks really good. And that cover is amazing!

Thanks for the giveaway!
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Marie xox!
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A.H. August 8, 2012

What an intriguing concept for a book. Now I can’t wait to read this book.
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, A.H.! xox!
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Emily R. August 8, 2012

Auracle sounds amazing! Can’t wait to read it.
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thank you, Emily! xox!
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kristie August 8, 2012

OMG! I can’t wait to read this book. I’ve been waiting for what feels like forever!!! Thanks for the giveaway!!! <3
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks, Kristie, And I know! It does feel like we’ve waiting forever! xox
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Susan August 8, 2012

Sounds like a great read. Thanks for the giveaway.
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thank you Susan xox!
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Pat August 8, 2012

Is Auracle a series? Yes, how many books? No, can you tell me anything about your next book?
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Hi Pat, Auracle is a stand alone. I’m currently outlining a historical/fantasy/sci-fi/speculative/romance. It’s kind of like mixing Coke/RootBeer/Sprite/DrPepper/MountainDew together and shaking it all up. Whether I can pull this off without making a giant mess remains to be seen
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Cyn August 8, 2012

Thanks for the giveaway! Sounds good.
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  Thanks Cyn xox!
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Carrie V. August 8, 2012

Never ceases to amaze me how creative authors are. Jealous.
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  Gina Rosati August 8, 2012
  
  xoxox Carrie!!
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Pat August 8, 2012

Cool giveaway!
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Marie-Claude August 8, 2012

I’m intringue…and can’t wait to read auracle!!!
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Natasha August 8, 2012

Sounds like a really good read!!! Thanks for the chance to win!
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Chelsea B. August 8, 2012

Fantastic post! I loved it! This book sounds sooo good!
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Thank you Pat, Marie Claude, Natasha and Chelsea! xoxox!!
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Vivien August 8, 2012

Excellent post!! I’ve been so bloody eager to get my hands on this book for months. Do you prefer writing male or female pov?
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Thanks Vivien! And that’s a great question … it’s easier for me to write from the female POV, but there’s no challenge in easy. I’m drafting the next book in alternate POVs, so there’ll be both the male and female first person POVs.
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Amanda collins August 8, 2012

Thank you for the giveaway!
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Jennifer Bielman August 8, 2012

Oh wow, I love the concept and the cover. Thanks for the giveaway.
autumnflower6ATaolDOTcom
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Maria pronounced Mariah August 8, 2012

Auracle sounds great and the cover is beautiful!
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Gina Rosati August 8, 2012

Thank you Amanda, Jennifer and Maria! xoxox!!
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Samantha D August 8, 2012

Have you ever been to a creative writing workshop? If so how was your experience? If not, why not?
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  I haven’t been to a creative writing workshop, Samantha. I took a creative writing course at Northeastern University a long time ago, which was great, with a focus on short stories. I’ve also been to writing conferences, specifically NE-SCBWI, and those are great, too. And I know and love people who lead creative writing workshops, but I’ve just never taken one.
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Renee August 8, 2012

I Love the cover, its really beautiful and the story sounds intriguing. I’ve only ever read one other story were they astral project. I’m looking forward to reading it.
Cheers
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Victoria Zumbrum August 8, 2012

Thanks for the giveaway. I would love to read this book. It sounds very good.
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Kai W. August 8, 2012

Wow, what a great story. Paranormal problem and a crime to prevent. this book is definitely on my reading list.
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Thank you Renee, Victoria and Kai! xox!!
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SarahS @ WondrousReadings (YA) August 8, 2012

Sounds amazing! I love the cover.
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Lisa Richards August 8, 2012

I’ve had this one on my wishlist since I first saw the cover and read the blurb. Thanks for the giveaway!
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Thank you Sarah and Lisa! xoxo!
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alicia marie August 8, 2012

I haven’t read thru every comment so I don’t know if you’ve already answered this or not, hopefully not! Where did the idea for Auracle come from or what were you doing when it came to you? I’ve been eying Auracle for a while and I definitely will have to read it : )
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Hi Alicia – Christiane asked the same question just below, so I put the answer there. xox!
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Christiane C. August 9, 2012

What was you inspiration to write Auracle? Thanks for the giveaway! Love the cover
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Christiane C. August 9, 2012

I just noticed my question is the same as Alicia Marie!
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Cool, I’ll answer both of your questions together When I was in college, I started getting really weird dreams, which were really vivid and hard to wake up from. I did some research and came up with lucid dreams/sleep paralysis. Years later, I was reading a book by psychic Sylvia Browne, and she described my dreams, right down to the loud buzz that always accompanied them. She said this happened when you wake up in the middle of an out-of-body experience and your spirit is half in-half out of your body. I can’t astrally project, but I thought it was a great idea for a story.
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Fiery Na August 9, 2012

The cover is stunning and the blurb really interesting.
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  I love your name … I want to name a character Fiery Na now!!
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Sofija Kapranova August 9, 2012

Congradulation on the release! And the cover is so beautiful. I’d love to win this book. But even if I don’t, I will still read it!
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Veronika August 9, 2012

The cover is so pretty! I can1t wait to read the book!
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Jessica Tan August 9, 2012

Interesting introduction! Look forward to reading the book!
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Thank you Sofija, Veronika and Jessica! xoxo!
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Kristia August 9, 2012

Thank you for the international giveaway! It sounds very interesting, I have it on my TBR list
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Thank you, Kristia! xox!
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Jasmyn August 9, 2012

I wish I could astral project to the moon! That woul be so much fun.
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Wouldn’t it? I have an entire list of places I’d love to astrally project to, but I’m not nearly as talented as Anna.
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Melliane August 9, 2012

I confess I didn’t know this book but it sounds very intriguing and I love the cover. I’m curious to learn more about it. thanks!
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  That is okay, Melliane, you know about it now And the first chapter is up for preview on http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/auracle-gina-rosati/1106910622?ean=9781596437104
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Aneeqah August 9, 2012

This sounds so good!! I am now doubly excited to read Auracle. It sounds beyond amazing!! <3 And Gina is so nice on Twitter. Definitely excited to read this! =)

I've got a question for Gina: is Auracle a standalone, or is it going to be part of a series? I've heard many different things. Thanks! <3
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  Gina Rosati August 9, 2012
  
  Hi Aneeqah ~ Thank you!! Auracle sold as a standalone, and right now, there are no plans for a sequel. I’d love to write a companion novel from Callie’s POV, but that’s way up in the air. Right now, I’m outlining something in the historical/fantasy genre. xox!!
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debbie johnson August 10, 2012

WOW!! This book sounds fantastic and I would love to win a copy.
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  Gina Rosati August 10, 2012
  
  Thanks, Debbie!! Good luck!
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Mickie T August 11, 2012

Being blocked out of your own body sounds horrifying! Interesting to read about – and I’m looking forward to reading the book – but not something I’d like to happen to me. I’m interested in the title. It’s similar to Oracle – maybe it’s a mixture of aura and oracle?
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  Gina Rosati August 11, 2012
  
  When Anna is out of her body, she can see each person’s aura – the colorful energy field that surrounds each person. She’s figured how to tell what a person’s mood and even their intent is based on these colors. The title “Aura” sounded flat, and I liked the sound of the word Auracle – it combined the word ‘aura’ with ‘magical’ and ‘mystical’. I tried spelling it Auracal, but I didn’t like the way it looked as much.
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Lili August 11, 2012

This book’s cover is so gorgeous! It also has a unique theme that I haven’t come across in YA literature before which is the whole projecting out of her body thing. GAH I want this book so bad!
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  Gina Rosati August 11, 2012
  
  Thanks, Lili <3 xoxox!
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Gale August 11, 2012

Sounds interesting
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  Gina Rosati August 12, 2012
  
  Thanks, Gale
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Braiden August 12, 2012

Hi Gina! Was it difficult writing about astral projection and what was one thing you had to remember about it while writing Auracle?

BTW I can’t wait to read it! And the cover is lovely.
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  Gina Rosati August 12, 2012
  
  Hi Braiden,
  
  I thought writing about astral projection was more fun than difficult, but there was a certain level of world building involved and I had to remember to stick to the rules of the world I had built. One of the things is that nobody can hear Anna when she is out of her body, so I had to figure out ways that she could communicate. And thank you, thank you! I love the cover, too!
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Kae August 12, 2012

Yes? Can’t wait for your next book! I whole mix and shake and a complicated (hopefully not mess) smoothie that tells your future! Have fun!!!
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  Gina Rosati August 12, 2012
  
  Lolz!! Thanks, Kae
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Samantha August 12, 2012

Sounds like a great read! And the cover is just gorgeous
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  Gina Rosati August 12, 2012
  
  Thanks, Samantha
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Liss Martz August 12, 2012

Hi, Gina! I have your book on my tbr list. I have a question! What was the hardest thing of writing this book?
I think we all love your cover, and since my favorite colour is blue, I’m in love with it!
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  Gina Rosati August 13, 2012
  
  Hi Liss – Great question! The hardest thing was keeping track of all the little details … when I wrote the first draft of Auracle, I didn’t do a good job keeping track of what day of the week it was, or what the weather was or what people were wearing, so when it came time to edit, I had to go back and make sure I didn’t contradict myself. These are things I never even considered when I set out to write a full-length novel.
  
  And thank you – blue is my favorite color too, so I’m thrilled with the cover! xox!
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Gabbie August 13, 2012

That is awesome! So there isn’t any drawbacks to Anna projecting so far away?? Dark and Dusty, I’d still like to see the moon up close
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  Gina Rosati August 13, 2012
  
  The wonder of astral projection is that your spirit can go anywhere. I didn’t get into the different dimensions in Auracle, but I’ve talked to people who say they can astrally project, and they say they’ve traveled to different dimensions (apparently the 4th dimension is very negative and should be avoided.) If I could astrally project, I’d go looking for other intelligent life in the universe – can you imagine how cool that would be?
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xlacrimax August 13, 2012

The cover of Auracle is one of the most beautiful I’ve seen in a while o.o
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  Gina Rosati August 13, 2012
  
  Thank you! The cover designer is the mega-talented Michael Yuen
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Caty R August 13, 2012

I actually won an ARC of this a few months ago. I really liked this book and I have already loaned it to a couple of people but I would love to give this book as a gift for my friend.
Thanks for the giveaway!
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  Gina Rosati August 16, 2012
  
  Huzzah for winning ARCs! I’m so glad you enjoyed Auracle, Caty! Good luck with this contest … sometimes lightning does strike twice
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Imel Cullen August 13, 2012

I haven’t read Auracle but I want to read that, I’m curious about story and this giveaway sounds great^^
thanks for giveaway^^
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wni August 15, 2012

I’m dying to read this one!
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Sariah August 15, 2012

Sounds like a great read. I am really liking the cover, really catches my eye. Thanks for the chance.
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  Gina Rosati August 16, 2012
  
  Thank you, Imel, wni and Sariah!
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Erika August 16, 2012

Love the unique concept of astral projections! Sounds like a great read! Thanks for the giveaway!
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Cari Bella August 16, 2012

The cover is amazing! I can’t wait to read it!
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Gina Rosati August 16, 2012

Thanks, Erika and Cari!
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Brandy August 17, 2012

Have you ever wanted to be able to astral project or do you think the risk would be to much? Thanks for the giveaway
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  Gina Rosati August 20, 2012
  
  Hi Brandy, I’d love to be able to astrally project! I read a book by psychic Sylvia Browne and she says there’s no risk of a rogue spirit possessing someone’s body, but being the overly cautious person that I am, I always think of the worst possible scenario.
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whitewolfreads August 20, 2012

Auracle sounds interesting and having a story that focuses on astral projection is unique. I’m especially curious about all of the places Anna travels to and of course I want to read more about Rei.
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  Gina Rosati August 20, 2012
  
  I got a little carried away with Anna’s travels in the first few drafts and in the final draft, I narrowed it down to only a few places that wouldn’t drag the story down. And yes, Rei was a fun character to write <3
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Danielle B! August 23, 2012

This book sounds so good and the cover is AMAZING! I’m definitely adding it to my TBR.
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  Gina Rosati August 23, 2012
  
  Thank you, Danielle
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Megan@The Book Babe August 23, 2012

Hi Gina! What was your inspiration for Auracle?
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  Gina Rosati August 23, 2012
  
  Lots of things inspired Auracle. The astral projection inspiration came from dozens of episodes of lucid dreams/sleep paralysis that started when I was in college – when I was trying to figure out what they were, one source suggested astral projection, which sounded very fascinating (I can’t astrally project – I tried.)
  
  Other things that inspired me was my son’s love for anime, manga and Japanese culture, my daughter’s food allergies, my father’s alcoholism, The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint Exupery, and a reminder that life is short, and if I wanted to write a book, I’d better get writing.
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Stephanie Ziegler August 25, 2012

Out of all the books in this big ol’ giveaway…this is #1 on my WANT list!
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  Gina Rosati August 28, 2012
  
  Thank you Stephanie!
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Rachel Chan August 26, 2012

Absolutely love the cover, I’ve heard really good things about this book, especially about Rei, who sounds amazing!
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  Gina Rosati August 28, 2012
  
  Thank you, Rachel!
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Brenda Demko August 26, 2012

I can’t wait to read this. The cover is beautiful!
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  Gina Rosati August 28, 2012
  
  Thank you, Brenda!
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bn100 August 26, 2012

Nice cover and post.
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Gina Rosati August 28, 2012

Thank you, bn100
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Heather Cranmer August 30, 2012

Gina, where do you come up with ideas for your stories?

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  Gina Rosati August 31, 2012
  
  Hi Heather, As far as ideas for my stories, I start with a character and a concept (in Auracle’s case, it was Anna and astral projection), and I add in bits and pieces I get from different places – weird dreams, a hike to a waterfall, time I spend with teens (I have two kids), the consistency of oatmeal … stuff like that. Then it’s like putting together a puzzle.
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Myra White August 30, 2012

Haven’t heard about this book before, but the cover looks good and the blurby/description sounds really good, so I’ll just have to add it to my TBR pile!
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  Gina Rosati August 31, 2012
  
  Thanks, Myra I actually stacked my TBR books into one pile, and it’s taller than I am.
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Jolene A August 30, 2012

I’ve heard great things about this book, can’t wait to read it!
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  Gina Rosati August 31, 2012
  
  Thanks, Jolene
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DeeDee Griffin August 30, 2012

I’m really excited to read this book!
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Gina Rosati August 31, 2012

Thanks, DeeDee
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Sarah R. August 31, 2012

This looks so absolutely fantastic I can’t stand it.
Now, for a question. A lot of people have asked things that I intended to ask, so I hope this hasn’t already been posted: If you could choose a character from Auracle that you would like most to know in real life, who would it be?
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  Gina Rosati September 1, 2012
  
  Callie. A lot of each character’s backstory never makes it into the book, but Callie is all kinds of awesome – funny, outspoken, and her parents own an upscale Mediterranean restaurant down by the lake, so she’s a fabulous cook, too. I’d love to get to know her a little better and let her know I think she and Seth would make a good couple <3
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Francesca September 1, 2012

Wow I have this book in my wish list, I really like the story but I just love, love, love this cover, it’s amazing! Thanks for the giveaway
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  Gina Rosati September 1, 2012
  
  Thank you, Francesca
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Natasha Areena September 1, 2012

Aah.. I gain new knowledge by reading this post that IF you leave a footstep on the moon in 1969, it will still be there today. AWESOME !
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  Gina Rosati September 1, 2012
  
  I know – isn’t that footstep on the moon thing weird? It’s kind of boggling how much trivia I have stored up in my head, but I can’t ever remember where I’ve left my glasses 8)
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eli yanti September 1, 2012

curious why the title is Auracle
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  Gina Rosati September 1, 2012
  
  I called it Auracle for a couple of different reasons – first is because Anna can see a person’s aura when she’s out of her body. In the first few drafts, there was a heavy fantasy element (fairies, gnomes, talking trees, all of which were cut), and Anna’s element was wind, which in Latin is “aura” (Rei’s element is earth, which is terra). And finally, I liked the way Auracle looked and sounded – my editor and I played with some other titles, but we couldn’t find one we liked more than Auracle.
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Ileana A. September 1, 2012

I almost miss this oneee!!!
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Auracle is one of those books that your’re dying to read since the first time you laid your eyes in it! I’m really looking forward to read! Hopefully I’d have the chance. Fingers crossed!
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  Gina Rosati September 1, 2012
  
  Thanks, Ileana! Good luck
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Bethie September 1, 2012

How cool is that! Having your spirit travel all over. Congrats on the book. Can’t wait to read it.
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  Gina Rosati September 4, 2012
  
  Thank you, Bethie