Veronika Carnaby

The Speakeasy Now Available Worldwide

2013-06-23T15:18:00.000-04:00

Veronika Carnaby is proud to announce the official release of her novel, The Speakeasy, available for purchase on Amazon, and Kindle. To order your copy of The Speakeasy today, please follow the respective links.

Don't miss out on Carnaby's highly anticipated action-packed novel, in which she returns to the era drowned in the shadow of the Great Depression and dominated by outlaws wreaking havoc against a dry society. The story introduces long-lost pals, Norman Delaney and Henry Berrings, who attempt to rekindle their friendship and repair their broken lives by unveiling a saloon in the heart of 1930s New York City. Met with sin, crime, desperation, and betrayal, their efforts test the limits of morality and piece together a story of endurance in the face of struggle.

The book sees Carnaby continuing in the trace of historical fiction, but adds elements different to that of her debut novel, Bohemia. "The forthcoming book will offer readers quite a different story and style from that of my last book," the author expressed in a recent statement. "While history remains a prevalent component, it also falls under the action/adventure and crime genres, making for what I hope to be a powerful and exhilarating story for readers."

The Speakeasy will be available for purchase worldwide on Amazon and in select bookstores.

About the author: American author and poet, Veronika Carnaby, possesses a vintage charm that transcends well into her written works. Recognized for her Beat-style prose, her pieces have garnered international recognition after appearing in such publications and functions as The Ed Sullivan Show blog, SESAC Magazine, SXSW, Dan’s Papers Literary Journal, and the SESAC New York Music Awards, among others. Her debut novel, Bohemia, was published in 2012 to positive reception worldwide. Whether penning poems, short stories, or novels, Carnaby infuses her writing with a poignancy and passion for the written word.

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The Speakeasy Featured on Waiting on Wednesday

2013-06-19T09:00:00.001-04:00

The Speakeasy, Veronika Carnaby's forthcoming novel to be released on June 23rd of this year, was recently featured on Waiting on Wednesday. As per their description, “Waiting On” Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted here, that spotlights upcoming releases that we’re eagerly anticipating. Hosted by Breaking the Spine."

"The book sees Carnaby continuing in the trace of historical fiction, but adds elements different to that of her debut novel, Bohemia."

Read the full feature HERE to learn more on the novel's background, hear the author's take on its genre, and see one of the official cover designs, illustrated by Silvia K. Tacheva-Grigorova.

Exclusive Excerpt From The Speakeasy Released

2013-06-03T14:12:00.000-04:00

Read an exclusive excerpt from The Speakeasy below.

"The following afternoon, he set off to return to the meat market in search of Henry. Just as he suspected, he found the environment identical to that of the previous day. The newsstand vendor resumed his position on the corner of Gansevoort, the gamins returned to pilfering whatever they could from the pockets of the unsuspecting, and the sun once more toasted them from above. Henry leaned on the street sign and peeled a grape with a pocket knife as he watched the congregation of mice clash over the sliver of cheese placed atop the trap. He had temporarily halted his sidewalk paving duties to watch the scene unfold with attention so undivided, he failed to notice Norman beside him.

With the intentions of startling him, Norman leaned close to Henry’s ear from behind.

“Scaling out your next victim?”

Henry nearly paralyzed in shock.

“You bedeviling man,” he exclaimed and shook his hand once regaining composure. “Don’t you see I’m operating a knife here?”

“Pipe down, princess,” Norman walked over to lean on the other side of the sign. He crisscrossed his legs like his pal.

“As a matter of fact, I was looking for you,” Henry continued. “I must say, I’m relieved to see you still breathing after yesterday’s fiasco. You better take your spot quick before you’re squeezed out again. Do you see those fellas we ran into yesterday?”

“No, I don’t.”

“That’s probably because they’re in the money spot, pal. Your money spot.”

“Hey, what’s it to you? It’s my rear end on the line, not yours. Besides, I came here to discuss other, more important matters.”

“I’m listening,” he popped the skinned white grape in his mouth.

“How’d you sleep last night?”

“Mmm, let’s just say that this grape was today’s breakfast and last night’s lunch and dinner.”

His exhausted face revealed a puzzled expression while Norman pulled him to a secluded part of the street.

“Listen closely. I think there’s a fine reason for us running into each other again after so many years. And I finally realized what it is.” He carried on with a hush. “You lost your place at the tracks just yesterday and already your belt’s lookin’ tighter and tighter. How would you feel if I told you that a different way of life was possible? That you don’t have to watch these grown men act like toddlers morning after morning? What if---you had enough grapes to stuff your belly and enough cash to stuff your pockets? A warm place? How about that?”

“What did you have in mind?”

“Henry?” he looked him square in the eye. “What’s say we open up a speakeasy? Both of us. Together.” Henry shook his head, threw both arms in the air, and stepped back in immediate disagreement. “The most lucrative business of all! Forget your tracks, this’ll reap us thrice that fortune. Cause I’m tellin’ you, this chunk of change won’t last us but three days. What do you say? Huh? With your construction skills and my business hand, we can’t go wrong.”'

The Speakeasy is released on June 23, 2013 and will be available for purchase worldwide via Amazon.com, Kindle, and in select bookstores. Click HERE to read more about the novel.

©Veronika Carnaby, 2013. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited.

June 23rd Release Date Set for Upcoming Carnaby Novel

2013-05-13T19:10:00.000-04:00

Update: Mark your calendars. Veronika Carnaby's new novel, The Speakeasy, is slated for release on June 23, 2013. Read below for more information.

For Immediate Release:

VERONIKA CARNABY UPCOMING NOVEL, The Speakeasy, SLATED FOR JUNE 23rd RELEASE

Acclaimed American writer and poet Veronika Carnaby recently announced release plans for her upcoming book, The Speakeasy, slated to hit store shelves and Amazon.com in on June 23, 2013!

80 years following the repeal of Prohibition, Veronika Carnaby's highly anticipated novel returns to the era drowned in the shadow of the Great Depression and dominated by outlaws wreaking havoc against a dry society. The story introduces long-lost pals, Norman Delaney and Henry Berrings, who attempt to rekindle their friendship and repair their broken lives by unveiling a saloon in the heart of 1930s New York City. Met with sin, crime, desperation, and betrayal, their efforts test the limits of morality and piece together a story of endurance in the face of struggle.

The book sees Carnaby continuing in the trace of historical fiction, but adds elements different to that of her debut novel, Bohemia. "The forthcoming book will offer readers quite a different story and style from that of my last book," the author expressed in a recent statement. "While history remains a prevalent component, it also falls under the action/adventure and crime genres, making for what I hope to be a powerful and exhilarating story for readers."

The Speakeasy will be available for purchase worldwide on Amazon and in select bookstores.

About the author: American author and poet, Veronika Carnaby, possesses a vintage charm that transcends well into her written works. Recognized for her Beat-style prose, her pieces have garnered international recognition after appearing in such publications and functions as The Ed Sullivan Show blog, SESAC Magazine, SXSW, Dan’s Papers Literary Journal, and the SESAC New York Music Awards, among others. Her debut novel, Bohemia, was published in 2012 to positive reception worldwide. Whether penning poems, short stories, or novels, Carnaby infuses her writing with a poignancy and passion for the written word.

Meditation

2013-04-02T14:08:00.000-04:00

A Veronika Carnaby Original

Rows of corn and wheat/flail about at my feet/as I look at the ghost town's street and wonder./My hope grows stronger with every passing automobile/and I grow older with each turn of the steering wheel./A flashing life may only exist in my head/but ain't that good enough than dread?/Let's grab the cord of one o' these cumulus clouds/and float up in an ecstasy shroud.../where we can see/fragments of life, just you and me./The graveyards/only shards/of inexistence will become, the downpour a remnant of the past./The hitchers shall finally find true love on the open road/the pack of white-haired politicians in their D.C. abodes/and us in our utopic state/where we reflect and meditate.

©Veronika Carnaby, 2013. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited.

New Veronika Carnaby Novel Due Late Spring 2013

2013-03-28T20:21:00.001-04:00

For Immediate Release:

VERONIKA CARNABY UPCOMING NOVEL, The Speakeasy, EXPECTED FOR LATE SPRING RELEASE.

Acclaimed American writer and poet Veronika Carnaby recently announced release plans for her upcoming book, The Speakeasy, slated to hit store shelves and Amazon.com in late spring of 2013.

80 years following the repeal of Prohibition, Veronika Carnaby's highly anticipated novel returns to the era drowned in the shadow of the Great Depression and dominated by outlaws wreaking havoc against a dry society. The story introduces long-lost pals, Norman Delaney and Henry Berrings, who attempt to rekindle their friendship and repair their broken lives by unveiling a saloon in the heart of 1930s New York City. Met with sin, crime, desperation, and betrayal, their efforts test the limits of morality and piece together a story of endurance in the face of struggle.

The book sees Carnaby continuing in the trace of historical fiction, but adds elements different to that of her debut novel, Bohemia. "The forthcoming book will offer readers quite a different story and style from that of my last book," the author expressed in a recent statement. "While history remains a prevalent component, it also falls under the action/adventure and crime genres, making for what I hope to be a powerful and exhilarating story for readers."

The Speakeasy will be available for purchase worldwide on Amazon and in select bookstores.

About the author: American author and poet, Veronika Carnaby, possesses a vintage charm that transcends well into her written works. Recognized for her Beat-style prose, her pieces have garnered international recognition after appearing in such publications and functions as The Ed Sullivan Show blog, SESAC Magazine, SXSW, Dan’s Papers Literary Journal, and the SESAC New York Music Awards, among others. Her debut novel, Bohemia, was published in 2012 to positive reception worldwide. Whether penning poems, short stories, or novels, Carnaby infuses her writing with a poignancy and passion for the written word.

The Reader Magazine To Feature New Veronika Carnaby Short Story, "On Reading Aloud"

2013-03-04T20:49:00.004-05:00

The Spring issue of the Liverpool-based, The Reader Magazine, is set to feature a brand new short story by Veronika Carnaby entitled, "On Reading Aloud".

As stated on their official website, the quarterly publication "is the only magazine that offers the whole literary mix: new fiction and poetry, classic and neglected works, interviews with leading figures in the world of the arts, thought-pieces, advice for reading groups, research into reading, news from the world of books."

The Reader Magazine serves as a staple to the Reader Organisation, which fosters a positive attitude toward reading and encourages literacy across the demographics. The magazine circulates throughout the UK and internationally.

Subscribe to The Reader Magazine or purchase an individual copy at their official website to read Veronika's latest piece.

For more information on The Reader Magazine or The Reader Organisation, please visit http://thereader.org.uk/.

Bohemia Review To Appear in Unique Bride Magazine

2013-01-23T20:11:00.001-05:00

A review of Veronika Carnaby's debut novel, Bohemia, is slated to appear in the upcoming Issue 27 of Unique Bride magazine, on sale in late January worldwide. 'Brought to you by the publishers of the popular Vintage Life Magazine', Unique Bride magazine published by Dragoon and focuses on the best of bridal and vintage culture.

Grab your copy at all WH Smith retail locations throughout the UK or digitally worldwide via the the Unique Bride application.

For more on Unique Bride magazine, please visit their official website or Dragoon Publishing.

News -- Limited Edition Bohemia Flyers To Appear in Joe's Albums, Purple Dog Records

2013-01-21T17:25:00.000-05:00

Limited edition flyers advertising Bohemia are popping up all over the world, including Worcester, Massachusetts' finest record store, Joe's Albums. For a limited time, customers of the retailer can expect a copy of the flyer with each purchase they make. Also, look out for a signed copy hung on the walls of the store!

Extending throughout Illinois and beyond to an online fan base, Purple Dog Records followers also recently got a taste of Veronika Carnaby's novel through an announcement on the store's official Facebook page. This proves to be one among many more appearances to come.

If you've spotted the flyer in your neighborhood, send us a message and we'll post the photo to Veronika Carnaby's Facebook and Twitter, as well as the front page of her official website.

For more information about Joe's Albums, visit http://www.joesalbums.com.
For more information about Purple Dog Records, visit http://www.purpledogrecords.com/.

Bohemia Receives Rave Review in Tossing It Out

2013-01-18T18:43:00.000-05:00

In an entry entitled, "The Kind of Surprise That I Like to Get", Arlee Bird of Tossing It Out deemed Veronika Carnaby's Bohemia "one of the best of 2012--or at least my favorite of the year and one of my favorites of all time". In the glowing, 5-star review, he went on to state that "Carnaby does a tremendous job of capturing the spirit of 1960 and creating characters that seem real and likable." Read an excerpt of Mr. Bird's review below:

" So often I am less than gratified by books that I read. Yours has left me satisfied and has lingered in my mind. Readers, if you like books like what I've described here, I encourage you to support Carnaby and hasten to obtain Bohemia."

Full review available here: http://tossingitout.blogspot.com/2012/12/the-kind-of-surprise-that-i-like-to-get.html

News -- Veronika Carnaby Announces New Book In the Works

2013-01-04T21:06:00.000-05:00

Four months following the release of her debut novel, Bohemia, Veronika Carnaby announced a follow-up in the works. The author remains mum on its subject matter, title, and release date, but maintains that her next novel will take on an entirely different flavor.

In a recent statement, she noted, "Though I can't disclose too much just yet, I can confirm that I've been hard at work on an upcoming novel. It'll fall under the genres of action/adventure, historical, and maybe even crime." Further details imminent.

Track Veronika's progress with her Friday installment, "Veronika's Pick of the Week", in which she will feature an artistic work that, for the current week, has provided influence and inspiration during the writing process. The installment will be featured on the author's official Facebook and Twitter accounts.

News -- Bohemia Featured in Beatles Magazine

2012-12-10T15:17:00.000-05:00

Check out the December 10th issue of Beatles Magazine, which features a spotlight look at Veronika Carnaby's Bohemia. The magazine, as stated in their introductory description, reaches a worldwide readership of "over 7 million" with their daily stream of updates relating to The Fab Four. Within the feature, the author explains the role that The Beatles played in the creation of the book and an interesting turn of events involving Sir Paul McCartney months before the novel's publication.

Visit the the Beatles Magazine web page or Facebook page to read the feature along with a personal note from Veronika Carnaby herself.

Veronika Carnaby and Steven Van Zandt Talk Beat Authors

2012-12-01T11:17:00.000-05:00

Check out Veronika's recent Twitter exchange with Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band's own Little Stevie Van Zandt, where they discuss Beat authors Lawrence Ferlinghetti and Allen Ginsberg, San Francisco bookstore City Lights, and Ginsberg's Howl poetry. The conversation was sparked after Van Zandt's performance dedication to Ferlinghetti: "I'm dedicating this show to Lawrence Ferlinghetti, a man who taught us all...."

Read their brief commentary below!

News -- Bohemia Holiday Spread Available

2012-11-27T11:48:00.001-05:00

This winter season, shower yourself and your loved ones in holiday bliss with Bohemia. Order Veronika Carnaby's hit debut novel as a gift through Amazon today to have it specially wrapped in high quality "coordinating papers, boxes, bags and ribbon" and ready to place underneath the Christmas tree, inside a stocking, or in a good friend's grasp. In addition, customers have the option to attach a free personal gift note.

Order at your local Amazon site and treat yourself to the ultimate holiday gift that has garnered rave reviews and international attention from readers and critics alike. Click HERE for more information on Amazon's gift-wrapping services.

Available worldwide on Amazon

Don't miss out on Carnaby's thrilling new read for the modern beatnik, in which she provides a wild, unrestrained account of '60s counterculture youth bursting out of their creative shells. Influenced by the works of Beat writers and poets, the story takes place during 1960 and chronicles a group of bohemian twenty-somethings who defy the "ideals" of a mid-twentieth century society to seek creative fulfillment. More than anything, the author's spontaneous narrative and equally as impulsive characters brilliantly reflect the rebellious nature of art.

"What's different about this book is its stylistic approach," the author expressed in a recent statement. "I like to consider it offbeat, avant garde. The plot wasn't written in a traditional manner, but rather in a spontaneous burst over a short period. If you take a liking to the authors of the Beat movement, you'll enjoy Bohemia."

The book includes a cover quote from notable jazz musician and composer, Archie Shepp.

News -- Bohemia Finds Mention on Bruce Springsteen News & Bon Jovi Romania

2012-11-24T20:22:00.000-05:00

Over the past week, Bohemia has found a spot on the Bruce Springsteen News Facebook page, one of the largest and most prominent news pages for Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band. Based in Denmark and boasting over 15,000 fans, the page recently discussed Bohemia's relation to Springsteen's hometown, Asbury Park, the New Jersey music scene, and how the story can help those afflicted by the damage of Hurricane Sandy. Similarly, the Romanian fan base of fellow New Jersey natives, Bon Jovi, have also fondly referenced the book, deeming it an "interesting read".

Bohemia is available worldwide on Amazon in both paperback and Kindle formats. Check your local bookstore or Amazon site to get your copy of Carnaby's acclaimed novel today!

News -- Vintage Giant, Glamour Daze, Features Bohemia & Limited Edition Flyer

2012-11-02T12:11:00.000-04:00

The online vintage fashion and beauty archive, Glamour Daze, has featured thoughts on Veronika Carnaby's Bohemia, in addition to a limited edition flyer that's been making the rounds in several physical and digital locations. As stated on their official website, Bohemia "sounds like Bohemia by Veronika Carnaby is right up the street of Glamourdaze readers."

Glamour Daze "celebrates women's fashions and make-up styles from Edwardian to the late 1960's", building a presence and fan base on their official website, Facebook, and YouTube.

Click HERE to read Glamour Daze's review in full.

News -- Veronika Carnaby Interview with Just One More Chapter

2012-11-02T11:37:00.001-04:00

In Veronika Carnaby's latest interview, the author discusses Bohemia and more about her writing process.

Jack Kerouac’s On the Road was the first that truly peeled me eyes to the craft of storytelling. That’s not to say that others I’d read weren’t just as great, but after reading Kerouac’s best, it helped me see all the other works in a different light.

Visit Just One More Chapter to read the entire interview transcript.

News -- Limited Edition Bohemia Flyers Appear in Australian Record Store, Jelly Sounds

2012-10-30T09:03:00.000-04:00

Limited edition flyers advertising Bohemia are popping up all over the world, including Australia's finest record store, Jelly Sounds. Dubbed as having "the world's largest selection of vinyl records", the shop boasts a dedicated fan base to their online stock.

Extending throughout Australia, New Zealand, the US, the UK, Canada, and more, Jelly Sounds followers recently got a taste of Veronika Carnaby's debut novel through an announcement on the store's official Facebook page. This proves to be one among many more appearances to come.

If you've spotted the flyer in your neck of the woods firsthand, send us a message and we'll post the photo to Veronika Carnaby's Facebook and Twitter, as well as the front page of her official website.

For more information about Jelly Sounds, visit http://www.jellysounds.com.au.

News -- Veronika Carnaby Interviewed on Shah Warton's WordsinSync & the Bibliophilic Book Blog

2012-10-24T09:58:00.000-04:00

Check out Veronika's latest interviews with Shah Warton's WordsinSync and the Bibliophilic Book Blog, where she provides insights on her latest work!

"Discipline is something that all writers need to possess. Imagine sitting in an empty hotel room at noon on a Wednesday. You could do anything you wanted, free as a bird, but you need that discipline to anchor you down and write."

Read the entire interview on Shah Warton's WordsinSync and the Bibliographic Book Blog, respectively.

News -- Read in a Single Setting Talks to Veronika Carnaby

2012-10-20T08:25:00.000-04:00

Don't miss Veronika Carnaby's latest interview with Read in a Single Setting, where the author sheds light on her writing process and shares her opinion on the literary market of the past, present, and future.

“Whenever a writer introduces the public to a new concept or technique, the audience immediately defaults to a negative reaction. They only come to accept it with the passing of time,” says Veronika Carnaby, author of Bohemia, a novel that chronicles the lives of a group of mid-century twenty-somethings seeking creative fulfilment.

Read the entire interview here: http://www.readinasinglesitting.com/2012/10/20/veronik-carnaby-audiences-are-wary-of-new-concepts-and-techniques-in-fiction/

News -- Veronika Carnaby Interview and Favorable Review of Bohemia Featured on Read, Rate & Review

2012-10-19T09:21:00.000-04:00

Jaime Neally of Read, Rate, & Review recently conducted an interview with Veronika Carnaby, where they discussed her new book, Bohemia. Accompanying the interview is a favorable review of the novel, in which Neally recaps "the adventures of a twenty-something and all the experiences she goes through at this young age".

Read both the REVIEW [SPOILER ALERT] and the INTERVIEW, now running live on the magazine's website.

News - Read Bohemia Excerpt on Book Reviews by Dee

2012-10-17T09:41:00.000-04:00

Read a brief excerpt from Bohemia published in Book Reviews by Dee, along with some background information on the novel and author Veronika Carnaby.

"I took to the heart of the town by foot, passing by the shingled buildings, wooden cross bridges, and soggy, leaf-adorned porches of New England. I just loved experiencing the newness, tasting a wacky flavor, bursting with the spirit of suburbia, indulging in the evening sunsets, blooming pine trees, and piles of dried-up grass, something which just wasn’t readily disposable in the city. I made my way down Main Street, the area of Nashua that pulsated with small town energy more than anywhere else."

Visit Book Reviews by Dee to read the entire excerpt.

News -- Bohemia Finds Mention on Ed Sullivan Show, Jenn's Review Blog

2012-10-16T10:47:00.000-04:00

In the last month, readers have tracked down Bohemia mentions in at least two sources: the Ed Sullivan Show official Twitter account and Jenn's Review Blog.

Have you spotted a Bohemia mention anywhere? If so, send us a message HERE or post on Veronika Carnaby's Facebook wall to bring it to our attention and have it posted on the front page!

News -- Little Library Muse Talks to Veronika Carnaby

2012-10-16T10:22:00.000-04:00

Extra! Extra! Read all about Veronika Carnaby's novel and interests in a new interview published on Little Library Muse.

"My fuel is my passion. If I didn't truly respect and value writing, I wouldn't have stuck with it and persevered the way I have for so many years."

Read the rest of the interview here: http://littlelibrarymuse.blogspot.com/search/label/Bohemia

News -- Bohemia Contest Open: Enter to Win Feature, Personal Call, Vinyl, and more!

2012-10-12T13:36:00.002-04:00

Calling all readers! Veronika Carnaby challenges you to the Bohemia contest, where you can play for prizes galore. Read on for more information on how to enter, how to win, and what's up for grabs....

Each individual who posts a review on Bohemia's Amazon or Goodreads page, regardless of the rating, will have their review listed on Veronika Carnaby's front page, readily available for thousands to see.

Those who share Bohemia's Amazon link with a brief message on Facebook or Twitter and have at least one person re-post it, will have a guaranteed Fan Feature on Veronika's Facebook & Twitter pages. Fan features will spotlight fans and allow them the opportunity to share their own message with the public. Be sure to tag @VeronikaCarnaby in your posts.

Whoever reviews the book, shares the link, and yields at least 5 re-tweets/shares will be eligible for the Grand Prize Package: a personal telephone call from Veronika Carnaby, a copy of one handwritten manuscript page, and a choice between an autographed copy of Bohemia, a signed photo, or a mystery vinyl (45 rpm).

Those interested in entering for the Grand Prize Package must submit the following: a link to their tweet/Facebook post(s) that clearly indicates the number of people who have re-tweeted/shared it, a link to their review, and the name of their favorite singer or band.

SUBMIT ALL ENTRIES HERE: http://veronikacarnaby.blogspot.com/p/contact.html

Contestants have until January 1, 2013 to enter. Good luck!

RULES AND GUIDELINES:

Eligible participants must be 13 and up. Open to international participants.
Deadline: January 1, 2013
Prizes: Review listing on front page of Veronika Carnaby's official website, Fan Feature on Veronika Carnaby's social networks, and/or grand prize package including: personal telephone call, a copy of one handwritten manuscript page, and choice between signed Bohemia, signed photo, or mystery vinyl (45 rpm).
Only entries received through Veronika Carnaby's official site will be valid for the Grand Prize Package.
Grand Prize Package winner will be determined at random.
Reviews from book blogging websites not eligible.
Link posts not tagged with @VeronikaCarnaby will not be eligible.