Can you believe it–I’m asking for help in choosing another cover model. At least nobody can say I’ve just spent the winter sitting by the fire sipping hot cocoa! Though I did do some of that. I already announced that my next book will be out in June and that it’s another “season” in my Northern Intrigue series. My new heroine is named Thea and she’s a shy sweet young woman who is surprised by her new neighbor (he’s handsome and a great guy of course!) and all the controversy he brings with his new ideas for Steadfast, WI. Hmmm. Could be interesting.

Hope it is. Here are the choices for the cover model. Yes, I know they are all the same young woman but I want to know which expression you think is most “engaging, evocative.” Which one would make a person-reader take a second look and perhaps click BUY?

Here are the other books in the series so you can see what this “expression” needs to fit in with–especially the first 3. The final 2 are holiday novellas and have a slightly different look.

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And here is the model and her expressions.

CHOICE #1

CHOICE #2

CHOICE #3

CHOICE #4

So which do you think will fit best with the series and get the best response? And if you don’t like any of them and think I should search again for a model, you can say that too! As usual, I will hold a drawing and one of the commenters will receive a $10 amazon gift certificate! So comment please–Lyn

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Lyn Asks for Feedback on Another Cover Model! — 102 Comments

Cecile McGee on May 2, 2018 at 22:40 said:

I am going with Nr.. 3. There is something mysterious in this one; the hair is hiding the sides of her face – like she might have something of a secret that she doesn’t want exposed. There is a bit of sadness in her eyes, and, yet, there is an innocence and beauty in her face.
John Wolfe on May 2, 2018 at 16:39 said:

I don’t think most of the respondents here really understood that they’re all the same model…
Susan Wilson on May 2, 2018 at 16:10 said:

I like #1, although she seems younger in that one. For that reason I’d have to choose #4.
Joye on May 2, 2018 at 15:49 said:

I like #3 she seems to be more pensive
Dianne on May 2, 2018 at 13:27 said:

I love # 4 pose as it looks like it could be used for a spring themed story.
Tim on May 2, 2018 at 07:25 said:

#1 fits the series look best, but even in that one she is looking at the camera much more than the other cover models.
GladysMP on May 1, 2018 at 21:32 said:

I like No. 1. Her eyes just draw me to her. She is one pretty lady.
Anitra Parmele on May 1, 2018 at 15:30 said:

#1 (#3 pose looks like what you have for the summer book)
Piogal on May 1, 2018 at 06:39 said:

Definitely 3. Looks sweet, shy, and a bit dreamy… yet there is some confidence there to handle a man who brings controversy. (#1 is too young and insecure and the other two show too much attitude).
Becky Mari on May 1, 2018 at 05:36 said:

#3 is my favorite but #1 looks the most shy
Fran on May 1, 2018 at 05:28 said:

Number 1 or 3 if you stay with this model. However, I think she looks too young in comparison with the other covers.

Odom
Sue Hieber on May 1, 2018 at 04:17 said:

2 and 4 are too similar to judge, 1 is the best. Personally, I think you need to write a series about a “dirty old lady” who likes guys 50 years younger, is funny as he!!, and has no teeth. I’ll be glad to pose for the covers at your convenience! LOL
Ausjenny on May 1, 2018 at 03:46 said:

I like 3 best followed by 1.
number 2 looks quite defiant, and 4 also not quite as shy and demure.
Elaine Howard on May 1, 2018 at 02:15 said:

#1 is a sweet demure innocent expression and what I would choose.
Christine Edgar on May 1, 2018 at 01:19 said:

I like Number One.
Cindy on May 1, 2018 at 01:15 said:

I choose 3. She’s a pretty girl!
Shirley on May 1, 2018 at 00:06 said:

I like #3. Looks like she has something to say and you might or might not hear it. Intriguing.
cynthia on April 30, 2018 at 23:23 said:

i think #3
Linda on April 30, 2018 at 22:58 said:

I like the third one. I love your books.
Bonnie on April 30, 2018 at 22:54 said:

I like 3 I didn’t like the expressions on the others, and 3 seems to fit with the previous book covers
Pam Whorwell on April 30, 2018 at 22:23 said:

I think #1 fits in well with the other covers. She has a hint of mystery to her.
Carole Lovin on April 30, 2018 at 21:03 said:

#3
Doris Carey on April 30, 2018 at 20:51 said:

#3 looks vulnerable, innocent and cautious.
Kimberly Paulus on April 30, 2018 at 20:18 said:

I like #1 the best. I was wondering though… why this model is looking at “you” while the other covers are not looking at the reader.
Brenda Murphree on April 30, 2018 at 20:10 said:

I like #1 & #3 the best to go with the other covers. Thanks for letting us help.
Vicki Wurgler on April 30, 2018 at 20:04 said:

#3 I like the tilt of her head
Kim on April 30, 2018 at 19:59 said:

I like #1.
Kim on April 30, 2018 at 19:58 said:

I like #1.
God bless,
Kim
Irene on April 30, 2018 at 19:21 said:

I like #1 and #3 with preference to #3
Martha T. on April 30, 2018 at 19:18 said:

I like the first one the best.
Lanetta Goff on April 30, 2018 at 19:03 said:

I think #3
Lois Leentjes on April 30, 2018 at 19:02 said:

I like number one to fit in with the other covers.
Judy Coates on April 30, 2018 at 18:51 said:

Good morning,
I think #3 is the best one
Debra S on April 30, 2018 at 18:51 said:

I choose #3
Sandy Pochapin on April 30, 2018 at 18:49 said:

I like #3
Jenny on April 30, 2018 at 18:42 said:

I Like #1 Shy and sweet as a couple of the others look a little arrogant or sulky or pouty
Debora Wilder on April 30, 2018 at 18:27 said:

I think that #1 and #3 both look shy to me. I think that it is the head tilted down more with the hair hanging around her face to help her hide a little bit.
Sharon M on April 30, 2018 at 18:04 said:

3 speaks to me.
Ashley on April 30, 2018 at 16:41 said:

I like #1. She looks demure and mysterious.

Thanks for the chance and poll.
LindaB on April 30, 2018 at 16:17 said:

I like image #1.
Jeanie Dannheim on April 30, 2018 at 15:57 said:

I like 1 and 4. Probably 1 best.
Grace on April 30, 2018 at 15:40 said:

Number 3 is my first choice, with Number 1 a close second. Both show sweet shyness and would go along with Thea, IMHO. 😎
Gale S. on April 30, 2018 at 15:35 said:

Choice #1. Makes me wonder what she is going to say/do next.
Julie B. on April 30, 2018 at 14:41 said:

I like the expression of #1 the best, but she does look young in that photo (late teens to early twenties). I’m not sure how old Thea is supposed to be. #3 is good, too; I think she just looks bored and even disengaged in #2 and #4.
Tara on April 30, 2018 at 14:39 said:

I think # 1 fits with the other books best.
Donna Hensley on April 30, 2018 at 14:09 said:

I prefer #1. She is so sweet looking just like the other
Women of Stedfast.
Amy Smith on April 30, 2018 at 13:59 said:

I like the expression in #1.
Cindy on April 30, 2018 at 13:59 said:

Def #3!
Adrenn on April 30, 2018 at 12:56 said:

#1 if any. Sorry Lyn but she looks like she either needs to burp or is miserable for some other reason. But if I have to choose one of these it’s number 1 for sure.
Lynne Mouw on April 30, 2018 at 12:38 said:

Hi Lyn! Number 3 is the one!
peggy clayton on April 30, 2018 at 12:33 said:

I think that #1 fits real good as the others look more like she is bored and her face doesn’t really say anything but #1 is like she is shy and works for a cover! Good Luck picking one Lyn!
Deanna Pittman on April 30, 2018 at 12:23 said:

#1 Shy yet inquisitive.
Heather N. on April 30, 2018 at 12:19 said:

There is just something about #1 for me. It pulls me in the most and makes me want to know her story more.
Mary Y on April 30, 2018 at 12:01 said:

I would pick #1. The women on all the other covers ar looking to the right. #1 looks the most like the others in that way.
Crystal Renfro on April 30, 2018 at 11:52 said:

I like # 1. Shy and sweet for sure. Wish she had more of a smile.
Judi Imperato on April 30, 2018 at 11:49 said:

I like #1 or #3
Patt Marr on April 30, 2018 at 11:45 said:

#3 speaks to me. She NEEDS a happy ending! Good thing she’s in a Lyn Cote book. That’s guaranteed.
Patt Marr on April 30, 2018 at 11:44 said:

#3 speaks to me. How I wish a happy ending for her. Good thing she’s in a Lyn Cote book. I KNOW she’ll have one!
Rose Blackard on April 30, 2018 at 11:41 said:

I like # 3
Kathleen Bylsma on April 30, 2018 at 11:32 said:

Hard to decide between two or three but I think two takes it because there will be conflict, and although shy, she has a backbone. That shows in two.
alisha woods on April 30, 2018 at 11:31 said:

3 this looks shy to me
Deborah Raney on April 30, 2018 at 11:10 said:

I like #3 the best. #1 is beautiful and says shy, but she looks TOO young in that photo. I thought she was a young teen.
The other covers are beautiful. Can’t wait to see how this one turns out!
Lee Broom on April 30, 2018 at 11:10 said:

I like #3. She seems curious and a little shy, with the head tilted in a sweet way. Though #1 is shy, with her head tilted in the same direction as the other books in the series…so if you want consistency…

Keep up the good work! I love reading your books.
Carey Naylor Sullivan on April 30, 2018 at 11:05 said:

Since I don’t know what your female character is like, I’ll give you my initial impression of each picture:
1) vulnerable and shy
2) tough and snobby
3) strong and truthful
4) strong and caring
You know best what your female character will face in this book. I’m guess it all depends on what impression you are trying to convey. Hope that helps.
Paul D on April 30, 2018 at 10:51 said:

I prefer #1. The others are too face forward to fit with the other covers. She has a shy but come-hither look about her. She is not afraid, but gets one’s attention
Colleen C. on April 30, 2018 at 10:42 said:

I like number 3
Natalya Lakhno on April 30, 2018 at 10:36 said:

Hi Lyn,

My pick is #1 – she looks shy and sweet.
Blessings!
Nancy Collins on April 30, 2018 at 10:34 said:

Number one is the best
Robin on April 30, 2018 at 10:24 said:

I like choice #1.
Sandra Spilecki on April 30, 2018 at 10:15 said:

#3 She is a quiet one. Not shy as most around her assume. She listens and pays attention, keeping her ideas to herself.
There is an old piece of wisdom–“Never assume!”
Lori Meyer on April 30, 2018 at 10:05 said:

I think picture #3 is much more evocative and engaging yet, sweet and shy all at the same time. I love this one, and it would make a beautiful and eye catching book cover!
D Gail Begley on April 30, 2018 at 10:01 said:

I like picture one.
Anne on April 30, 2018 at 09:47 said:

#1 is my favorite. Serious and shy as well.
Darlene on April 30, 2018 at 09:46 said:

I like number one.
Brenda Holmes on April 30, 2018 at 09:41 said:

I like #1 photo. She looks young, shy and vulnerable.
Gail Hollingsworth on April 30, 2018 at 09:40 said:

I like #3
Hannah Corner on April 30, 2018 at 09:38 said:

I like #1 for the shy expression.
Truly on April 30, 2018 at 09:28 said:

I believe #1 depicts the shy sweet Thea you describe.
Alayna on April 30, 2018 at 09:07 said:

#1 makes her look shy and captures attention the most in my opinion
Teresa R on April 30, 2018 at 08:59 said:

I like 3 the best
Belinda Castellana on April 30, 2018 at 08:55 said:

#1 fits your description of Thea, but there may be more to her than what meets the eye. Her personality and character evolve further with each chapter. Thus, I also le #4.
Carol Knudtson on April 30, 2018 at 08:54 said:

#1 looks shy yet engaging.
Glenda Fowlow on April 30, 2018 at 08:41 said:

Choice 3. She looks strong and vulnerable and someone relatable.
Linda Horin on April 30, 2018 at 08:39 said:

I like choices #1 or #3. They look more shy or thoughtful.
Lori Huckabay on April 30, 2018 at 08:34 said:

I vote for #3 for “shy and sweet” and to look like it fits with the other book covers.
Martha on April 30, 2018 at 08:19 said:

My vote is for number 1
Cassie on April 30, 2018 at 08:13 said:

I think overall #1 looks the best for Shy – but I like #3…
Linda Farabaugh on April 30, 2018 at 08:06 said:

Expression on model 3.She looks shy ,but evocative.
Cecile VanTyne on April 30, 2018 at 08:01 said:

I like Choice #3. Her hair is good in that one and her expression is innocent but there’s also something else going on…maybe something stormy. 🙂
Lisa Harness on April 30, 2018 at 07:56 said:

#1 is the one that looks shy & captures your book
Dee on April 30, 2018 at 07:38 said:

I like #3. However, the rest of the series covers have the model looking off camera, not toward it, so I’m not sure any of these really fit.
Teresa Christianson on April 30, 2018 at 07:36 said:

I like #1 the best
Maria S. on April 30, 2018 at 07:28 said:

#3, has an innocent look in her eyes
Rebecca Booth on April 30, 2018 at 07:27 said:

I believe No 4 is the best, I see a shyness, and also a suspenseful look on her face!
Peggy Lemos on April 30, 2018 at 07:18 said:

#1 is the only one with a shy look.
Barbara on April 30, 2018 at 07:09 said:

Number 1 or 3 if you want a closer face view. Two is too bold. And four gives a know it all feel to me.
Karen Semones on April 30, 2018 at 07:08 said:

The #1 cover fits the best with the other three books in this series. I look forward to reading it. Keep up the good workand God bless.
Betty on April 30, 2018 at 07:07 said:

I really like #1, but #3 would also be a good fit.
Ann on April 30, 2018 at 07:03 said:

Number 3
Paula Shreckhise on April 30, 2018 at 07:02 said:

I like the open expression of the last one. The second is similar but looks smug. Don’t like the hair in the face of three and one looks too coy.
Carol Written on April 30, 2018 at 06:58 said:

#1 is the only one that says “shy” to me.
Candy Voisine on April 30, 2018 at 06:54 said:

I’m stuck between 1 and 3. 1fits better but 3 speaks to me.

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