Droemer-Knaur's new ebook program - with DER ENGEL!

I was quite happily surprised to receive an email from Ralf Muller, CEO of Droemer-Knaur, this past week informing me that my novel DER ENGEL was one of only fifty titles specifically selected by DK to be featured in the launch of their new ebook program.

"Dear Author,

We are really glad to take this trend-setting step forward together with you."

Certainly made my day and I'm very enthused to be a part of this ground-breaking program with my German publisher.

(Note - English language rights to DER ENGEL (A SCREAM OF ANGELS in English) are still available.)

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EPIC: The Gift sneak peek #2

Another sneak peek at some of the artwork contained in EPIC: THE GIFT an illustrated novel project which is currently available and looking for a home. Art by Patrick Hatfield. Story by Patrick Hatfield and Joe Nassise. Text by Joe Nassise.

This is one of the inhuman villains of the piece, known as Barlog:

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The Templar Chronicles official series website is now live!

With the ongoing international success of my Templar Chronicles series, I thought it was about time I put together an official series website for my fans.

The site can now be found at thetemplarchronicles.com.

Included on the site are:
* Series description and background
* Character art and bios
* Information on the various books currently available in the series (with information in German and Russian for editions published in those languages)
* Information on the comic book adaptation done by Markosia Comics in the UK
* Links to the HERETIC podcast episodes
* Contact information

Publishing rights are still available in many territories, including English language rights, so please do not hesitate to get in contact if there is something you are interested in!

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EPIC: The Gift Sneak Peek #1

Here's a sneak peek at an illustrated novel project that artist Patrick Hatfield and I have been working on for the last year. It involves secret societies, ancient legends, and action/adventure in a way we think is both unique and exciting. We're going to be looking for a publisher shortly, so interested parties should feel free to get in touch.

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New three book sale to Germany

Earlier this month my agent, Bob Diforio, completed a new three book deal with my German publisher, Droemer-Knaur. The new books are all stand alone volumes and will be published after the remaining volumes in the Templar Chronicles trilogy.

The three new books are:

EYES TO SEE is about a man who gives up his sight in order to see through the eyes of the ghosts that surround him, all in the hopes of finding the daughter who disappeared without a trace from his home eleven years before. (Publication in 2008)

THE WITCHES HAMMER focuses on a serial killer using 16th century witch-hunting techniques to select his victims and the maverick FBI agent who is assigned to stop him. Things go sideways, however, when the agent begins to understand, and even agree with, the killer's decisions. (Publication in 2009)

THE BOOK OF COMING SORROWS deals with the discovery of a long-lost manuscript penned by the apostle John, a manuscript that, when read aloud, sets off the cataclysmic events described by John in Revelation. (Publication in 2010)

All other rights are still available, including US/UK/Canada, and information can be gained by contacting me at Joe.Nassise@gmail.com or my agent at d4e0@optonline.net.

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Templar Chronicles Trilogy complete
originally posted: July 20, 2007

All three manuscripts for the Templar Chronicles trilogy have been completed and turned in to Droemer-Knaur. English language rights are still available, as are all foreign rights except German and Russian.

Book One, DER KETZER (HERETIC) was released in April 2007 and hit #51 on the German paperback bestsellers list. It's been doing extremely well overseas and the Russian edition is due later this summer.

Book Two,Der Engel (A SCREAM OF ANGELS) will be released in October 2007.

Book Three, Die Schatten (A TEAR IN THE SKY) will be released in March 2008.

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#51!
originally posted: April 5, 2007

I received word from my editor in Germany this week that DER KETZER, the German language edition of HERETIC published by Droemer-Knaur, has spent the last two weeks in the #51 slot on the paperback bestseller list.

I'm particularly excited by this news, as it's the first time I've made a major bestseller list and I'd love to see it continue its upward climb. Equally exciting is the fact that pre-orders for its sequel, DER ENGEL, are coming in steadily and the book won't even be out until October. My thanks to all who have given it a chance.

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What people are saying...

"First-rate, stylish work from Mr. Nassise, with a steady escalation of the story's speed that makes it almost literally breath-taking." -- Clive Barker

"With HERETIC, Joseph Nassise kicks off his TEMPLAR CHRONICLES in fine, swaggering style. This book bobs and weaves like the young Muhammed Ali, keeping us off-guard and entertained with its every surprising move." -- Peter Straub

"Nassise offers readers a tightly plotted terse military horror thriller in 'Heretic'. There's not a whiff of pretension and not an ounce of fat here. Just the good old muscles, gore and the terror of a soul in danger." -- The Agony Column

"HERETIC is a genre bending thrill ride that heralds the debut of a series to watch...and enjoy." -- Cemetery Dance Magazine

"One part military thriller, one part religious horror, and 100% fast-paced action" -- The Horror Channel

"Hellraiser meets Delta Force by way of George Romero." -- The Trades Entertainment Magazine

"HERETIC has it all -- action, suspense, terror, sharp dialogue, a dynamite central concept, and richly drawn-drawn characterization. Don't try pigeon-holing this book, because Nassise -- like his Templar Knights -- doesn't stand still long enough for you to take aim. This is cross-genre fiction at its absolute best. I, for one, cannot wait for the next book in what promises to be a long and rewarding series." -- Gary Braunbeck

Nominated in the same year for both the International Horror Guild Award and the Bram Stoker Award, I'm the author of seven novels, a fiction collection, and a number of short stories. I've also done work in both the comics and role-playing game industries. I was elected President of the Horror Writers Association in 2001 and served in that position until Nov. 2005, the twelfth individual to hold the post. Past presidents have included Dean Koontz, Charles Grant, and Brian Lumley. My work has been translated into five languages and my latest novel, Der Ketzer, hit the German bestseller list at #51.

I'm also a life and creativity coach who works with individuals and groups to help them pursue their dreams. More information can be found at my coaching website Xtremelife.