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Nov27

The Dream Catchers Series

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The Dream Catchers Series

The Dream Catchers Series by Sandy Lo includes novels “Dream Catchers” and its sequel “Breaking The Moon” along with the 52 page companion “Expressions”. The series takes the reader on a journey with main character, Haley Foster, a sheltered rich girl who has never experienced life until she meets Jordan Walsh, an unpolished rising rock star. Together the duo overcome issues from their past and explore their futures. The Dream Catchers Series is a great gift for any book lover! This entertaining series is filled with heartwarming emotion, great laughs and encourages you to be true to yourself.  You can purchase each book individually or now in a collector’s edition with a forward written by 98 Degrees star, Jeff Timmons.

Hard Cover Special Edition:$29.75 (15% off for the holidays)

Special Edition of the entire Series is coming soon to paperback/ebook!

Read Chapter 1 and 2

Paperback: $19.00 at Amazon.com & Lulu.com

Ebook: $5.99 on Kindle

Read Chapter 1 and 2

Paperback: $19.99 on Amazon.com & Lulu.com

Eb00k: $5.99 on Kindle

Read Excerpt

Available on Kindle for only $1.50

Oct19

Former 98 Degrees Member, Jeff Timmons Supports Author Sandy Lo on Hard Cover Edition of “The Dream Catchers Series”; Autographed Copies Will Be Available at www.sandy-lo.com

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Former 98 Degrees Member, Jeff Timmons Supports Author Sandy Lo on Hard Cover Edition of “The Dream Catchers Series”; Autographed Copies Will Be Available at www.sandy-lo.com

Original "Dream Catchers" Cover. Special Edition Cover coming soon.

October 19, 2011—Nashville, TN—Author, Journalist & Blogger, Sandy Lo will release her first hard cover book on November 22, 2011.  Lo has decided to package a special edition of THE DREAM CATCHERS SERIES, which will include all three parts of the series: Dream Catchers (2010), Breaking The Moon (2011) and Expressions (2011).  Now fans of the series will be able to get this collector’s edition in time for the holidays.  Sandy Lo will also be selling autographed copies directly from her website along with a copy of “Haley’s Letter”, the original song from Dream Catchers.  Details on pre-ordering the autographed edition will be on www.sandy-lo.com soon.

Jeff Timmons

Sandy Lo has made it known how much music has influenced her characters and plots.  To emphasize that, she is including a list of songs she listened to while writing THE DREAM CATCHERS SERIES, which ranges widely from 30 Seconds To Mars to Miranda Lambert.  To make this collection even more special, singer/producer Jeff Timmons, of 98 Degrees fame, has written the forward.  “Jeff Timmons has been such a big supporter of everything I’ve done over the years, just like I’ve been a huge fan of his,” says Sandy.  “To have him enjoy my novels as much as I enjoy his music blows my mind.  I’m honored to have him write the forward to THE DREAM CATCHERS SERIES.  He’s an amazing person and a gifted entertainer.” (Check out Jeff Timmons’ video message he made for the Dream Catchers book release party: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8yjxOvsnu4)

Currently, Dream Catchers and its sequel, Breaking The Moon are available on Amazon.com & Lulu.com in paperback and Kindle formats while Expressions is only available for Kindle/Ebook.

The series followed up the success of Sandy Lo’s debut novel, LOST IN YOU which she states in the acknowledgments was heavily influenced by her love for Timmons’ group, 98 Degrees and Backstreet Boys.

Lo announced earlier today on Facebook/Twitter that LOST IN YOU is now receiving distribution at barnesandnoble.com, Nook, and the Apple store.  “Being a self-published author is not exactly a straight shot to the New York Times Best Sellers’ List, as you can imagine,” Sandy explains.  “But I’m willing to work my way there, one sale at a time.  I’ve wanted to get my books on Barnes & Noble for a while, and with LOST IN YOU, that’s finally happened.  Hopefully THE DREAM CATCHERS SERIES will follow suit,” she says.  “I’m just thankful for every person willing to give my books a shot.  The support I have from friends, family, fans and some awesome entertainers is amazing and I appreciate every opportunity I’ve been blessed with.”

"Breaking The Moon" Released April 2011.

For more information on Sandy Lo and her books, go to www.sandy-lo.com.

Twitter: www.twitter.com/authorsandylo

Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorsandylo

www.facebook.com/dreamcatchersseries

YouTube: www.youtube.com/slo120

Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Sandy-Lo/e/B002C76Y6S/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1

For more on Jeff Timmons: www.jefftimmons.com

Apr11

Author Sandy Lo Releases Romantic Follow-up Novel BREAKING THE MOON

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Author Sandy Lo Releases Romantic Follow-up Novel BREAKING THE MOON

New York author, Sandy Lo releases BREAKING THE MOON, a follow-up novel to 2010’s rave reviewed DREAM CATCHERS, which spawned the song “Haley’s Letter” penned by Sandy along with musician/actor James Manzello.

BREAKING THE MOON continues the journey of Haley Foster and Jordan Walsh, who are both at the brink of fulfilling their dreams.  Jordan’s band, Tortured is already a success before the release of their debut album while Haley is set to graduate college and begin her career as a respected photographer.

It’s been moonlight and road trips for the couple so far, but it all stops short when Haley finds out she’s pregnant, and Jordan discovers some secrets from his past.  Haley and Jordan’s love for one another is tested while they are catapulted into adulthood without a net to catch their fall.

Sandy Lo decided to write BREAKING THE MOON out of demand from her fans.  “All I hear from my readers is how they love Haley, Jordan and the band, and how they want to know more about them, so I wanted to give them more,” she says.  Don’t expect the same carefree humor that was seeped into DREAM CATCHERS, though.  Its sequel deals with some tragic issues, but Sandy assures her readers there are many uplifting times throughout the novel as well.

BREAKING THE MOON is in memory of Sierra Williams, the newborn daughter of Lo’s close cousin who passed away during the production of the novel.  Lo will be donating a portion of her book sales to First Candle in Sierra’s name.  For more information on First Candle: www.firstcandle.org.

Since the release of DREAM CATCHERS, Sandy Lo has merged StarShine Magazine into her website: www.sandy-lo.com in order to maximize her efforts as a writer and journalist.  The support received has been amazing.  Former 98 Degrees member, Jeff Timmons and pop star Aaron Carter have both publicly acknowledged Sandy Lo and her books on their Twitter accounts.  Jeff Timmons even sent Sandy a video to be played at the DREAM CATCHERS book release party last year.

Aaron Carter & Sandy Lo with two of her novels.

“It’s such a great feeling knowing I have the support of people I idolized and always promoted in StarShine Magazine.  I’m blessed that they have mutual respect for me and my art,” Sandy explains.

Sandy also interviewed Shannon Leto, founding member of her favorite band 30 Seconds To Mars last spring.  In the interview, Sandy told Shannon about DREAM CATCHERS and how the band inspired Tortured.  “I’m lucky enough to be in this amazing position in life that I get to pick the brains of my favorite music artists, and in turn, I’m inspired to create novels and even songs, like ‘Haley’s Letter’,” Sandy explains gratefully.

BREAKING THE MOON is available in paperback on www.lulu.com and on Kindle.

For updates and more information on Sandy Lo and the stars she interviews, go to: www.sandy-lo.com.  Follow Sandy on Twitter: www.twitter.com/authorsandylo.



Jun15

Help Get SANDY LO on THE ELLEN SHOW!

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Help Get SANDY LO on THE ELLEN SHOW!

Hi Everyone!

If you haven’t heard, Ellen (yes, thee Ellen!) is following me on Twitter! This put a fire under my butt to try and get on her show! But I’ll need your help! Below I will list a few ways you can contact The Ellen Show. I would love it if you could do one or all of them to up my chances of getting noticed by Ellen’s producers!

What do you get out of it? Well, seeing me on TV + possibly hearing “Haley’s Letter” performed live. And a big HUG + thank you from me!

Contact Ellen:

TWITTER:
Reply to @TheEllenShow that you would love to see @AuthorSandyLo on the show. Tips: Mention “Dream Catchers”.

FACEBOOK:
Go to: www.facebook.com/ellentv. Write on Ellen’s wall that you’d like her to do a segment on me about my book “Dream Catchers”.

ELLEN’S WEBSITE: www.ellen.warnerbros.com/show/respond/?PlugID=10
Fill in all of the information and again tell her about me and why you think I should be featured.

Additional Tips: You can mention I’m a self-published author of 2 books and the editor of StarShine Magazine all before the age of 30. You can tell her about the song I wrote for “Dream Catchers”, “Haley’s Letter”, which is performed by James Manzello.

Thank you guys SO much! This means the world to me!

Hugs, Kisses & Stars,
Sandy Lo

Apr27

Author Sandy Lo Interviews 30 Seconds To Mars, Her Inspiration Behind Latest Book Dream Catchers!

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Author Sandy Lo Interviews 30 Seconds To Mars, Her Inspiration Behind Latest Book Dream Catchers!

April 27, 2010—New York, NY—Author and journalist SANDY LO had the opportunity to speak with the musical inspiration behind her latest novel, DREAM CATCHERS earlier this month. In an interview for StarShine Magazine, Lo spoke with Shannon Leto, founding member of the popular rock band, 30 SECONDS TO MARS. Upon discussing his latest tour, she was able to inform Leto of the impact his music has had on inspiring TORTURED, Lo’s band in the novel. Leto was grateful and thought it was “very cool”.

“I am so fortunate to be in the position I am in to speak with my musical muse for Dream Catchers”, explains Lo. “30 Seconds to Mars are really amazing.” Mars’ front man and actor, Jared Leto even inspired the main character, Jordan Walsh, a bit. “As a teenager, I was a fan of ‘My So-Called Life’ and fell in love with Jared’s character, Jordan Catalano, which is why I named my main character Jordan,” Lo shares.

Following her interview with Shannon Leto, Lo saw the band live for the first time on their “Into The Wild” tour to support their latest album This Is War. “I felt like my character, Haley, seeing Tortured perform for the first time,” she says with a smile. “30 Seconds to Mars really know how to put on a show.”

To read Sandy Lo’s interview with Shannon Leto and to see her review of the 30 Seconds to Mars show, go to: www.StarShineMag.com.

DREAM CATCHERS is available now through LuLu Press and is coming soon to other online retailers. Lo’s coming of age story of sheltered college student, Haley Foster, running off to New York City with the carefree musician, Jordan Walsh, has been receiving rave reviews from Amazon readers.

“I truly appreciate this realistic work of fiction that tells a personal story in an engaging way. Dream Catchers leaves you wanting more, well after you’ve read the last page!” gushes one reviewer.

Another reader commends SANDY LO on her characters: “Dream Catchers is told from the main character’s perspective, therefore allowing you to truly understand what she, Haley Foster, is thinking and feeling throughout the varied situations she is faced with. Many of the other characters are also fleshed out rather well, including Jordan Walsh, paragon of bad boy good looks and lead singer of the band Tortured. It appears that the author, Sandy Lo, wanted to tell a love story which was able to indulge the reader, while not coming across as overly predictable.”

To read an excerpt from DREAM CATCHERS and to order a copy, go to: www.sandy-lo.com or http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/dream-catchers/6137629.

Also, “Haley’s Letter”, the song written by SANDY LO for DREAM CATCHERS is now available on iTunes: http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/haleys-letter/id356084511! The song was also written, produced and performed by JAMES MANZELLO and co-produced by FRANS MERNICK.

For more on Sandy Lo: www.sandy-lo.com
Follow Sandy on Twitter: www.twitter.com/authorsandylo
Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorsandylo

Feb9

"Haley's Letter" Now On MySpace!

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"Haley's Letter" Now On MySpace!

Check out the official Tortured MySpace page: www.myspace.com/torturedmusic to hear the official MP3 of “Haley’s Letter”!  The song is performed by James Manzello and was written by him and Sandy Lo for “Dream Catchers”.  James also produced the track with Frans Mernick, who also served as the engineer.

Sandy would love to hear what you think of the song!  Please leave feedback!

Feb8

Gallery: “Dream Catchers” Book Release Party Photos Posted!

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Gallery: “Dream Catchers” Book Release Party Photos Posted!

Check out the gallery for new photos from the “Dream Catchers” Book Release Party!  Click here: http://www.sandy-lo.com/gallery/?album=6

Jan23

Tortured: Discography

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Tortured: Discography

“Haley’s Letter”
Copyright 2009

Engineered and Co-Produced by Frans Mernick.
Produced, music & performed by James Manzello.
Lyrics by Sandy Lo.

Buy on iTunes

Look into her sad eyes
Her life’s spinning round
She can’t see the beauty that I found
Luckily I wrote it down

Chorus:

And this is my letter
Haley, I’ll miss you when you’re gone
So please take my letter
And remember me

Verse 2:
She fainted in my arms
There was no one else around
My world stood still, I couldn’t hear a sound
I kissed her as the moon looked down

Chorus:
And this is my letter
Haley, I miss you now you’re gone
So please take my letter
And remember me

Bridge:

If you can’t sleep at night
It’ll be all right
Just look out to the sky
And forget our goodbye

Chorus:
And hold onto this letter
Haley, I miss you now you’re gone
So please keep my letter
And remember me, remember me

Jan23

Tortured

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Tortured

Tortured is the fictional band from Sandy Lo’s novel “Dream Catchers”.  Always inspired by music, Sandy listened to alternative/rock while writing “Dream Catchers”, especially one of her favorite bands, 30 Seconds To Mars, who she cites as Tortured’s main influence.  “Haley’s Letter” is the song featured in “Dream Catchers” that was written by Sandy along with James Manzello, whom also co-produced the track with Frans Mernick as well as performs it under the Tortured band name.  A full-length album is in the works, hopefully to coincide with the release of Dream Catchers’ sequel, “Breaking The Moon”.  The album will also be of the same title.  Currently, “Haley’s Letter” is available to purchase on iTunes and other major online retailers. Sandy thought it would be fun to keep the characters alive by giving their music a real sound and allowing their personalities to come out on Tortured’s Twitter page.  Check out the rest of this section for more on Tortured like their bio, lyrics and related photos.

Dec17

Blog: "Dream Catchers", Tortured MySpace, Party @ Cargo Cafe & Me Rambling

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Blog: "Dream Catchers", Tortured MySpace, Party @ Cargo Cafe & Me Rambling

Anna Sundstrand and me in the summer of 2009.It’s been a very long time since I blogged, huh? Well, part of that reason is my head is a scramble of book releases, interviews, work, internships, friends/family and sleep deprivation! LOL! I may be turning into Haley Foster (from “Dream Catchers” available now!!!)…if you read the first 2 chapters, you’ll know she has trouble sleeping.

See, I prefer NOT to sleep, lol. That’s 8 hours I could be writing! But sleep is needed and I do enjoy dreaming. I keep dreaming about my mother coming back to life…I wonder if that means she’s visiting me in my sleep, or my memories of her are so fresh that it feels like she’s still with me.

Anyway, I’m on Madison Avenue today. Anna Sundstrand and her mom went back to Sweden for the holidays and offered up their apartment to me for the week. Of course any opportunity to get off Staten Island is taken for me! I would love to live in Manhattan one day…

So many exciting things happening–besides the holidays, which I love–“Dream Catchers” is on sale today!! I know the release date is officially January 26th, BUTTTT I’ve decided to make it available earlier for the holidays!

Also, I’m working on a Sandy-lo.com store where you can find both “Lost In You”, “Dream Catchers”, and cool merchandise like t-shirts, totes, etc. Also, “Haley’s Letter” – the song I wrote with James Manzello will be available for purchase through there as well. The Cafe Press store for “Dream Catchers” is now available: http://www.cafepress.com/DreamCatchers10.

Okay, so that’s all I have to say for now…I’m waiting to hear back in regards to an interview with Thirty Seconds To Mars…say a prayer for me! I LOVE them! In fact, they were the inspiration to many things Tortured in “Dream Catchers”. Oh, in case you’re wondering–Tortured is the band that Jordan is in. Man, I can’t wait for you to read this book already!!! There’s so much to discuss! lol.

For now, check out Tortured’s MySpace page and become their friend! (I run this page for fun, lol. Tortured is NOT real, but based off real people!). Go to: http://www.myspace.com/torturedmusic.

Oh! And reminder: if you’re in the NYC area on January 23, 2010 – come to Cargo Cafe in Staten Island @ 7pm for the “Dream Catchers” release party where you can celebrate the book, my birthday and see awesome performers like James Manzello (performing “Haley’s Letter” for the first time!), Anna Sundstrand (my dear friend and awesome singer/actress), and Harlem Witness (my rapping friend Shawn).

Until next time…

Hugs, Kisses & Stars,
Sandy Lo