Cover Reveal for Beware of the White


Kai Strand's new middle grade fantasy adventure, Beware of the White, releases on May 17th (That's only 7 weeks!). 

About the book: 

As is tradition, Terra learns on the Saturday past her twelfth birthday that she is a Natures Spirit. It is her legacy to serve in the peaceful underground city of Concord. Learning she is named in a prophecy and being threatened by the leader of the death tribe…that part breaks tradition.
The Trepidus are the death janitors of the Underworld, responsible for delivering fatalities with a smile and cleaning up after themselves, until Blanco, recent leader of the Trepidus, decides the day of reckoning for his species is coming. He begins organizing the creatures and leads them toward an uprising. The prophecy says there is one person who can stop him. Terra.
          With Spirit of Security, Frank, protecting her, Terra attempts to complete her training and discover her Spirit talents. Together, they go on a rogue investigation to learn how to defeat Blanco. In the end, it comes down to a battle of the minds. The future of Concord is at stake. Will Blanco, the older, more experienced being win? Or will Terra, the young, new Spirit earn back the peace of the city?
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This book has been years upon years in the making and is a labor of love for Kai. Reluctant heroine, Terra, and crush worthy hero, Frank, join forces to defeat the über creepy bad guy, Blanco. But when death is your business, can you even be defeated?

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 AND enjoy the beautiful COVER!!!!!!



Comments

  1. Katie L. CarrollMarch 29, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    Yay, Kai! So excited you have a cover! :)

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 7:04 AM

      I know, I'm so excited. Poor Charlie had to work for this one too. It was hard to find the perfect Terra. And Blanco is AMAZING!

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    2. Katie L. CarrollMarch 29, 2013 at 10:03 AM

      Yes, Blanco is super creepy!

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  2. Jodi MooreMarch 29, 2013 at 6:32 AM

    Gorgeous cover and great premise! Totally TIGGER DANCING for you! :) Congrats!!!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 7:06 AM

      Thanks, Jodi. It is so exciting when we get to see our story come to life on the cover, isn't it? Thanks for being excited with me today :D

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  3. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 7:23 AM

    Judging THIS book by it's cover is not going to be a problem! Beautiful!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 8:58 AM

      Love that, Drew! Thanks. This book has been a long, long time in the making.

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  4. Rita Monette, WriterMarch 29, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Nice cover, Kai. Intriguing.

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  5. M PaxMarch 29, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    It's mega beautiful, Kai. :D Congrats!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 9:01 AM

      Thank you, Mary. I wrote this story 9 years ago, so it is so much fun to see Terra and Blanco come to 'life'.

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  6. Sharon LedwithMarch 29, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    Congrats on your new cover, Kai! Wishing you all the success you can handle! Hope that's a lot! Cheers!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 10:36 AM

      Oh yeah! Pile on that success, I'm ready! Thanks, Sharon.

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  7. Sharon StanleyMarch 29, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    Kai, that cover is giving me creepies so that makes me think it is perfect for your audience! Very exciting to see it I'm sure. Congrats!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 12:01 PM

      Thanks for stopping in and helping me celebrate, Sharon.

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  8. Beverly Stowe McClureMarch 29, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    Lovely cover. Great story.

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  9. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    Sounds awesome, and I love the cover!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 1:33 PM

      Thank you, Mary. It really catches the eye and then gives you a lot to consider, doesn't it?

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  10. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    I really like the cover. Looks creepy and exciting all at the same time!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 1:34 PM

      That's what I love about it too, Sara. The story is mostly a fantasy adventure, but the bad guys are creepy and I love that the cover artist was able to portray both elements. Thanks for visiting.

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  11. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 1:33 PM

    Congratulations, Kai! The cover is gorgeous, and the story sounds perfect for a middle grader. All the best of wishes!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 1:37 PM

      This is one of those "Recommend if you like" Narnia books. An alternate land, adventure, intriguing creatures. So much fun. I can't wait for kids to escape into Terra's adventure!

      Thanks for stopping by, Nancy.

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  12. Susan HornbachMarch 29, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    Looks great Kai!

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  13. penelope anne coleMarch 29, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    Hi Kai, This looks like a winner. Certainly grabs your attention and should hold the interest of your target audience. Wishing you much success.

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 29, 2013 at 10:16 PM

      Thanks Penelope! I appreciate you stopping by and the supportive words.

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  14. Samantha BellMarch 30, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    Congratulations, Kai!! What an intriguing cover!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 30, 2013 at 9:29 AM

      Thank you, Samantha. I think so too. Here's hoping middle graders agree.

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  15. Margo DillMarch 30, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    That bad guy on the cover is SUPER creepy. AWESOME! Great job--a girl in my writing group just published her paranormal urban romance with MuseIt UP--it's a great company. Congrats!

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 31, 2013 at 9:34 AM

      MuseItUp has been fantastic to work with. I'm glad you like The White! Well, you know, that you find him creepy. Thanks for visiting, Margo.

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  16. Nicole weaverMarch 31, 2013 at 7:45 PM

    Kai,

    Great cover! Huge congrats!

    Nicole Weaver
    Trilingual Children's Author
    http://nicole-weaver.com

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorMarch 31, 2013 at 8:34 PM

      Thanks Nicole! So great of you to stop by to see it.

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  17. CharlieApril 2, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    So excited for you Kai! You deserve all the accolades you can get. Best wishes for your book. Yay! :-)
    Charlie

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    1. Kai Strand, AuthorApril 2, 2013 at 9:30 AM

      Charlie! Thanks for your amazing work on this cover. You are so talented and a pleasure to work with.

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