Announcing the Launch of HMS Lanternfish by C.S. Boyack

August 10, 2020 · by John W. Howell · in Book Release · 86 Comments

Hey everyone. I’m so glad to be able to participate in the launch of Craig Boyack’s new book. One of the reasons I’m glad is Lisa Buton, Craig’s spokesperson is here in person. So not to waste a moment here is Lisa.

Hi, John. We’ve got to stop meeting up like this, or people are going to talk. Anyhoo, I’m here to talk about Craig’s new book and offer some great deals along the way.

The new one is called HMS Lanternfish, and it’s the second book in the series. James and his pirate crew are back, and this time they’re diving into the war effort.

In Voyage of the Lanternfish, they dealt with a lot of hardships. They were short on food and water, munitions, guns, and everything else. This time, they have to deal with too much. The hold of a ship will only contain so much, and weight has to be taken into account, too.

All of your favorite characters are back, but today I want to focus on Serang. She is the former monk who turned pirate, and has appointed herself as the captain’s personal muscle.

I’m going to note right here that she has her own book, oddly enough titled Serang. It’s a supporting story to the trilogy, but it also stands on its own if you’re interested. You can check it out here.

In this story, Serang gets a bit of an upgrade and a new assignment. She also gets a new outfit that consists of this warty leather armor. I’m all about fashion, so I was kind of reserved when Craig told me I’d have to model it. Honestly, it looks better than I thought. It suits Serang’s character, and that matters, too. Here’s a copy of my poster, and your fans are welcome to use it as computer backgrounds or whatever they like.

I need to tell you about the deals, and get down to those all-important links. For a limited time, HMS Lanternfish is priced at 99¢. But wait, there’s more! I always wanted to say that.

Voyage of the Lanternfish is going to be free for the first five days. That’s all Amazon would allow for free days. By my math, this BOGO sale allows you to get two books for a grand total of 99¢, but only if you act fast. You can trust my math, I’m a robot girl.

HMS Lanternfish: 99¢ for a limited time.

Voyage of the Lanternfish: Free until Friday.

John, I really appreciate you having me back. Here’s the cover and blurb to whet your fans’ appetites.

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HMS Lanternfish

Blurb: The Lanternfish crew completed their original mission, but got exposed to a more global problem. An entire continent is at war, headed up by a head-strong young king with dreams of power, and pushed from behind by a mysterious religious order known as the Fulminites.

Rather than let their country fall under the iron boot of conquest, James and his crew set sail once more to see what kind of muscle Lanternfish can lend to the war effort. Acting precariously under an unofficial charter as a privateer, even his allies aren’t always his friends.

HMS Lanternfish explores new worlds on its way to war, and drifts considerably off course. It features an international crew of characters, and for fans of the first book, the root monsters are back, too. Tall ships, a few con games, martial arts, and everything you loved about the original book is all returning.

Hoist the colors and wheel out the guns. Lanternfish is taking to the high seas once more.

You can contact Craig at the following locations:

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86 comments

The Story Reading Ape · August 10, 2020 - 2:19 am ·

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:35 am ·
  
  Thanks for the help, Chris.
  
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  1. The Story Reading Ape · August 10, 2020 - 6:45 am ·
    
    My pleasure, Craig 👍😃
    
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:32 am ·
  
  Thank you , Chris.
  
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  1. The Story Reading Ape · August 10, 2020 - 8:42 am ·
    
    Welcome, John 👍😃
    
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    1. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 9:22 am ·
      
      😊
      
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patriciaruthsusan · August 10, 2020 - 2:33 am ·

Reblogged this on Musings on Life & Experience and commented:
A new book by C.S. Boyack, “HMS Lanternfish”

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:36 am ·
  
  Thank you for sharing.
  
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  1. patriciaruthsusan · August 10, 2020 - 6:48 am ·
    
    You’re most welcome, C.S. 🙂 — Suzanne
    
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:34 am ·
  
  Thank you, Suzanne. 😁
  
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jenanita01 · August 10, 2020 - 2:35 am ·

I’m off to get my copy, but first I have to congratulate Craig on that cover! Beautiful…

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:36 am ·
  
  Thanks for having faith in my story. Really appreciate the sharing.
  
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  1. jenanita01 · August 10, 2020 - 1:31 pm ·
    
    You’re welcome, Craig!
    
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:36 am ·
  
  Yes it is. Thank you.
  
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jenanita01 · August 10, 2020 - 2:36 am ·

Reblogged this on Anita Dawes & Jaye Marie ~ Authors.

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1. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:36 am ·
  
  Thank you for sharing. 😊
  
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D.L. Finn, Author · August 10, 2020 - 3:15 am ·

Congrats on your new release, Craig:) I picked up my copy.

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:37 am ·
  
  Thank you. Have fun pirating.
  
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  1. D.L. Finn, Author · August 10, 2020 - 10:24 am ·
    
    I will!
    
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:38 am ·
  
  Thanks, Denise.
  
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harmonykentonline · August 10, 2020 - 4:04 am ·

Congrats on the new book, Craig! Best wishes with the launch 🙂

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:37 am ·
  
  Thank you, Harmony.
  
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Jill Weatherholt · August 10, 2020 - 4:31 am ·

Congratulations to Craig! Thanks for sharing, John.

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:37 am ·
  
  Thanks, Jill.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:39 am ·
  
  Thaks for the visit, Jill
  
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Joan Hall · August 10, 2020 - 5:49 am ·

Best of luck with the new release, Craig.

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:38 am ·
  
  I’ll always take luck. Thanks, Joan.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:47 am ·
  
  Thanks, Joan.
  
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GP Cox · August 10, 2020 - 5:54 am ·

My best wishes to Craig!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:38 am ·
  
  Thank you.
  
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  1. GP Cox · August 10, 2020 - 6:41 am ·
    
    I’m hoping to get back to acquire your books too.
    
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    1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 8:21 am ·
      
      I appreciate that. Life gets busy and I understand that, too.
      
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    2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 8:30 am ·
      
      😊
      
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 7:46 am ·
  
  Thanks, GP
  
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coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 6:35 am ·

Reblogged this on Entertaining Stories and commented:
Hi, gang. I sent Lisa Burton over to John Howell’s place today to launch this Lanternfish tour. She has a cool new poster, so you might want to check it out. John is a super supporter of the author community, and a great author himself. You might want to search around his site while you’re there.

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1. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 8:25 am ·
  
  Thank you for the terrific share, Craig.
  
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Staci Troilo · August 10, 2020 - 6:45 am ·

Summer’s a perfect time to immerse in a pirate adventure. Best wishes, Craig.

Thanks for hosting, John.

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 8:23 am ·
  
  I never really thought of it that way, but I agree. Sun and rum are almost a requirement.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 8:30 am ·
  
  Thank you, Staci. 😊
  
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Marcia · August 10, 2020 - 8:44 am ·

Great sale, Craig! I already have HMS Lanternfish on my Kindle (and hopefully, will find time to read it before too much longer). And I’ll be grabbing my free copy of Voyage, too. Yay! Hope you sell a million of ’em! Sharing! 🙂

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1. Marcia · August 10, 2020 - 8:45 am ·
  
  Ooops. I got that backwards, sorry, but I promise to read them in the correct order! 🙂
  
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  1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 8:56 am ·
    
    Appreciate your faith in the series. Glad you’re going to approach them in order. For this series, it’s important.
    
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 9:23 am ·
  
  Thanks, Marcia.
  
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Mae Clair · August 10, 2020 - 9:14 am ·

Congratulations, Craig! I’ve already grabbed my copy of HMS Lanternfish. I’m ready to hoist the colors and join the adventure.

You’ve got a fantastic deal going. I loved the first Lanternfish. This is the perfect opportunity for anyone who hasn’t read it to grab a free copy plus the 2nd book at that fab intro price.

Wishing you a ton of sales and new fans!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 9:19 am ·
  
  Thank you, Mae. I wish Amazon would allow all countries to take advantage of the freeby while it runs. I can only do what they allow.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 9:24 am ·
  
  Thanks, Mae.
  
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Jan Sikes · August 10, 2020 - 9:26 am ·

Congratulations, Craig! You are off and running! I love this Lisa Burton poster. I wish you the best with this launch!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 9:32 am ·
  
  Thanks, Jan. Serang got quite an upgrade, and something tells me she’s going to need that armor.
  
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Sue Coletta · August 10, 2020 - 9:30 am ·

Sounds wonderful, Craig!

This line really cracked me up: You can trust my math, I’m a robot girl.

Of course we trust you, Lisa! Nice duds, btw. 🙂

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 9:33 am ·
  
  Thanks, Sue. Lisa is always a big help to my efforts.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 2:54 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Sue. 😊
  
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Judi Lynn · August 10, 2020 - 9:51 am ·

Serang’s new outfit is really cool! I loved VOYAGE OF THE LANTERNFISH and SERANG, and I’ve already bought your new one. It’s next on my list to read! This is a fun series. Good luck with it!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 10:03 am ·
  
  Thanks for having faith in it. Enjoy pirating with the crew.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 2:55 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Judi.
  
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P.S. Bartlett · August 10, 2020 - 10:10 am ·

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Sweet! I just bought both books on Kindle for only $.99!!! Check it out! More summer reading!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 10:14 am ·
  
  Means a lot to me. You’re a known pirate fan. Hope they hold up for you. (Tell your friends about the deal, because it won’t last.)
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 2:53 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Peggy
  
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robertawrites235681907 · August 10, 2020 - 10:51 am ·

Great to see Craig over hear with his new book, John.

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 11:02 am ·
  
  Thanks, Robbie.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 2:57 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Robbie.
  
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Gwen M. Plano · August 10, 2020 - 10:59 am ·

Congratulations, Craig! I have both books now and look forward to reading them. All the best!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 11:03 am ·
  
  Have fun pirating. Here’s your cutlass.
  
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  1. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 2:58 pm ·
    
    Don’t slip on that thing.
    
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2. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 2:57 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Gwen. I got both too.
  
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Teri Polen · August 10, 2020 - 4:22 pm ·

Sweet deal, Craig! Off to Amazon.

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1. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 4:26 pm ·
  
  Thanks, Teri
  
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2. coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 4:48 pm ·
  
  Thank you, Teri.
  
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Baydreamer · August 10, 2020 - 6:51 pm ·

Hi John, love the cover and the book and series sound great! Are they available in paperback? I haven’t ventured into the Kindle world, yet. Congrats to Craig and thanks for sharing!

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1. John W. Howell · August 10, 2020 - 9:11 pm ·
  
  Thak you, Lauren. No, Craig does not have a paper edition
  
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coldhandboyack · August 10, 2020 - 9:16 pm ·

Sorry, but I have not ventured into paper.

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Jessica Bakkers · August 10, 2020 - 10:55 pm ·

Love the pic of Lisa in Serang’s costume 🙂
I’ve just started on the first Lanternfish book this morning!!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 11, 2020 - 7:00 am ·
  
  Welcome to the crew. Hope you enjoy it.
  
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2. John W. Howell · August 11, 2020 - 7:19 am ·
  
  😊
  
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Jack Eason · August 14, 2020 - 2:11 am ·

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A little something from Craig…

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1. John W. Howell · August 14, 2020 - 7:38 am ·
  
  Thank you for the sahre, Jack
  
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2. coldhandboyack · August 14, 2020 - 10:52 am ·
  
  Thanks for helping with the heavy lifting.
  
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Marje @ Kyrosmagica · August 14, 2020 - 7:37 am ·

Congratulations Craig. Great image I always like them. Looking forward to reading the first in the series before graduating to this one. Best of luck and much success. Marje

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1. John W. Howell · August 14, 2020 - 8:38 am ·
  
  Thank you, Marje.
  
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2. coldhandboyack · August 14, 2020 - 10:53 am ·
  
  Make sure you grab the first one by the end of the day. The giveaway ends tonight. Thanks for having faith in my trilogy and I hope you enjoy it.
  
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  1. Marje @ Kyrosmagica · August 14, 2020 - 4:25 pm ·
    
    Thanks Craig. Yes I have. Looking forward to reading. 🙂
    
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markbierman · August 15, 2020 - 6:18 am ·

Congratulations on the book, Craig! The cover looks amazing!

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1. coldhandboyack · August 15, 2020 - 8:13 am ·
  
  Thank you, Mark. I’m getting some nice comments about that cover.
  
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  1. markbierman · August 15, 2020 - 8:18 am ·
    
    Well deserved!
    
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2. John W. Howell · August 15, 2020 - 8:27 am ·
  
  Thank you, Mark.
  
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Vashti Q · August 16, 2020 - 8:19 pm ·

Fabulous post! Congratulations to Craig on his new release! I have my copies. Thank you Lisa! I love the poster. Thanks for hosting, John! 🥰

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1. coldhandboyack · August 18, 2020 - 9:59 am ·
  
  Thanks, Vashti. Glad you like the poster.
  
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