No longer surprised.

Edited 10/26: All ten are now spoken for, so sorry if you missed it. If you're wondering what you missed, it's below the cut.
For you folks who are stopping by expecting a Tuesday behind the scenes post, sorry, but we're doing something different today...but in a good way. Thanks to the staff at Inktera, we're giving away 10, yes 10, e-book copies of the first Monkey Queen book, Of Introductions And Abductions! So if you don't have your copy yet, now's the time! This is first come, first serve, so read on already!

Caveat: You will need to set up an account with Inktera; the details are below, and you'll have to download an app if you're using an iPhone, iPad or Android device. Also, I'm not sure that this code applies outside of the U.S., and you'll have to download the book through their website if it does; let me know if you try it and it doesn't work.

Here are the details: Inktera is a new entry in the e-book business. Their store is designed for tablet use, with in-app purchase, but you can also buy and download from them on the web. I've tried it out, and the software is nice, comparable to Kindle software for Apple and Android platforms.

How to get your free Monkey Queen book:

Download the app. For iThingies: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/inktera/id599095974?mt=8 For Android devices: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pf.inktera&hl=en Web site: http://www.inktera.com/

Set up your account. Note that you do not need to provide your credit card or payment information to get your free book.

Tap or click on any book. (Or do a search for "Monkey Queen", just to boost my ego. :) ) You'll see the "redeem" space or the "redeem PIN" link on the website. Enter the code (REMOVED; all copies now given away). Download your book. Enjoy!

Remember, there are only ten copies to be given away, and once they're gone, they're gone. If I hear they've run out, I'll update this post.

And this is not the Major Announcement I promised on Sunday. But if you like the adventures of Michiko and Beth, bookmark or RSS this blog, because the Major Announcement is coming soon, and you will like it. Promise.