Promotional Event: Forged in Dreams and Magick (Highland Legends #1)

Forged in Dreams and Magick (Highland Legends #1) by Kat Bastion
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Paranormal Romance, Time Travel
Release Date: September 23, 2013
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Book Description:

Isobel MacInnes wakes up in present-day California, lunches in medieval Scotland, and by ten days’ end, falls in love with a man and his country, only to lose them in a heart-wrenching twist of fate . . .

Found in the arms of her second soul mate . . .
Forced to balance the delicate strands of time between two millennia . . .
Shocked by revelations rewriting the very foundations of history . . . of everything.
Isobel, a rising-star archaeology student, is dropped into two ancient worlds without warning . . . or her permission.
Her fiery spirit resists the dependency thrust upon her. Amid frustration at her lack of control, she helplessly falls in love. Twice.

She struggles to adjust to the unimaginable demands of two leaders of men—a laird in the thirteenth-century Highlands and a Pict chieftain in a more ancient Scotland. Isobel transforms from an academic, hell-bent on obtaining archaeological recognition, to a woman striving to care for those she loves, and ultimately . . . into a fearless warrior risking everything to protect them.

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The Paranormal World of Forged in Dreams and Magick
The story line of Forged in Dreams and Magick evolved from my secret desire to travel back in time to both the medieval Highlands and the land of ancient Picts, but the mysteries behind the world were revealed to me during the drafting and editing process.

A thrilling aspect of writing as a “pantster” is experiencing the journey through the eyes of the reader, wind blowing across my face, heart racing. The rollercoaster car ratchets up to the peak before the adventure twists and turns, taking on a life of its own.

Promotional Event: Fueled (The Driven Trilogy #2)

Fueled (The Driven Trilogy #2) by K. Bromberg
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Contemporary Romance, Erotica
Release Date: August 27, 2013
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Book Description:

What happens when the one person you never expected suddenly happens to be the one you’ll fight the hardest to keep?

Colton stole my heart. He wasn't supposed to, and I sure as hell didn't want him to, but he crashed into my life, ignited feelings within me that I thought had died forever, and fueled a passion that I never knew could exist.

Rylee fell out of that damn storage closet and into my life. Now I don't think I'll ever be the same. She's seen glimpses of the darkness within me, and yet she's still here. Still fighting for me. She is without a doubt the saint, and I am most definitely the sinner.

How is it the one thing neither of us wanted—neither of us anticipated that fateful night—has us fighting so hard to keep?

He steals my breath, stops my heart, and brings me back to life again all in a split second of time. But how can I love a man who won't let me in? Who continually pushes me away to prevent me from seeing the damaged secrets in his past? My heart has fallen, but patience and forgiveness can only go so far.

How can I desire a woman who unnerves me, defies me, and forces me to see that in the deep, black abyss of my soul there's someone worthy of her love? A place and person I swore I'd never be again. Her selfless heart and sexy body deserve so much more than I'll ever be capable of giving her. I know I can't be what she needs, so why can't I just let her go?

We are driven by need and fueled with desire, but is that enough for us to crash into love?

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Driven (The Driven Trilogy #1) by K. Bromberg
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: May 2013
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Book Description:

Rylee Thomas is used to being in control. But she’s about to meet the one man that just might make her enjoy losing it…

I am the exception to the rule.

In a world full of willing women, I’m a challenge to the roguish and achingly handsome Colton Donavan. A man used to getting exactly what he wants in all aspects of life. He’s the reckless bad boy constantly skating that razor thin edge toward out of control, on and off of the track.

Colton crashes into my life like a tornado: sapping my control, testing my vulnerabilities beyond their limits, and unintentionally penetrating the protective wall around my healing heart. Tearing apart the world I rebuilt so carefully with structure, predictability, and discipline.

I can’t give him what he wants and he can’t give me what I need. But after a glimpse beneath his refined exterior into the dark secrets of his damaged soul, can I bring myself to walk away?

Our sexual chemistry is undeniable. Our individual need for complete control is irrefutable. But when our worlds collide, is the chemistry enough to bring us together or will our untold secrets and battle of wills force us apart?

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Five Favorite Quotes from Fueled By K. Bromberg

Besides the (2) obvious ones of “Spiderman. Batman. Superman. Ironman” and “I race you,” some of my favorite quotes are:

• She’s my motherfucking checkered flag.

Blog Tour: The Big Empty - Guest Post: Ritch Gaiti

The Big Empty by Ritch Gaiti
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Mystery, Thriller
Release Date: June 3, 2013
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Book Description:

The sign said: “Welcome to New York.” It lied.

Every instinct I had told me to get out but I couldn’t, not now. This simple case would trigger repercussions that would unnerve the city, maybe the country. I was about to open doors that had been nailed shut for a lifetime. And the only path to the truth was through a labyrinth of deceit. I trusted no one, not even myself. My stomach tightened.

The ten years had slipped by like a century. I never thought I’d see New York again and now I find myself buried in its bowels, unsure of what I was after—but I knew I had to find it. I snaked through the city bureaucracy, historical landmarks and some of the most prominent properties in the city, all intricately linked. Nothing fit, yet everything connected and answers only bred more questions. Somehow it had all been mysteriously tied back to me.

I ventured into the darkest tunnel of all, my own. I realized then why I was chosen—why I had been the only one that could find this elusive document. Deep within a maze of deceptions and betrayals, I uncovered a massive conspiracy among the most esteemed organizations in the world—and the truth that had sent my life into a tailspin ten years ago was far from true. Suddenly, this seemingly routine assignment had enormous stakes and consequences. Now it was up to me to mend an ancient injustice and the fate of an entire culture.

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The Creative Journey
By Ritch Gaiti

I spent most of my adult years on Wall Street. No, not manufacturing the money, rather developing the technology that supports it. I found it an extremely creative process. Contrary to today, technology was still new; most people did not understand it and had no idea what to do with it. Yet, they understood that it was important, whatever it was. To me, technology was a paintbrush and the business world, the canvas. In a left brained environment, I used my right brain to succeed.

I was them – part of the machine. I had my successes, paid my dues and navigated the turbulent waters of the corporation. I was very successful: a rising star, a comer, the next-in-line to be next-in-line. Then I quit. Yep, I had a few bucks in my jeans (ok, my 401k), and the time was right. I decided to pursue my right brain and ventured into writing and painting.

Guest Post: David's Spiritual Jewlery

David Weitzman was born in Israel. He is the force behind Ka Gold Jewelry. From an early age David realized that his view of life and reality was very different from society, his parents, the media and the educational system.

Through the years, David dedicated himself to searching for his destiny. In the year 1995 David had a dream that sent him looking for a mysterious green stone.

Blog Tour: The Letter - Guest Post: Marianne Spitzer

The Letter by Marianne Spitzer
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Horror, Mystery
Release Date: July 17, 2012
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Book Description:

Kellie, a young college grad laid off from her first teaching job and besieged by creditors, receives a letter requesting her appearance at the reading of Frederick Malone’s will. What could she have in common with the town’s richest man? Curiosity draws her to the will reading where she learns she has inherited a vast sum.

The conditions of her inheritance require she change her name and reside in the Malone mansion. Long considered haunted by the residents of Malone Springs, Kellie, her fiancé and four friends move in ignoring the rumors. Strange and frightening events begin to plague Kellie before she moves and grow more frightening once she and her friends settle in. Adopted at birth, her adoptive parents killed in an auto accident leave Kellie to investigate her ancestors on her own.

What she discovers leads her into more danger and mystery as she learns the true nature of her biological grandfather. Could his evil deeds hurt her from beyond the grave? Who’s responsible for the strange occurrences? What happened to her biological parents? As one solved mystery leads Kellie into another, she and her friends try to solve them all before tragedy strikes.

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The Most Humbling Aspect of Being a Writer
By Marianne Spitzer
I believe the most humbling aspect of being a writer is learning to accept criticism. It’s natural for human beings to want praise for what they’ve done. Not everyone will see your writing the way you do.

You have worked hard on your piece. After your third or maybe fourth draft, you feel you’re ready to share your work. You have a group of beta readers. Most of them are friends and you expect honesty. Many friends might feel if they’re negative they’ll hurt your feelings. Three of them give you rave reviews and love your story. You’re excited and picture yourself as the next great novelist.

A fourth friend feels he/she needs to be completely honest with you. She may have enjoyed your plotline and/or characters, but find the dialogue a little flat or your descriptions dull. Possibly your story became boring in spots. Your friend critiques your book pointing out the bad points and the good.

Blog Tour: 15 Minutes - Guest Post: Jill Cooper

15 Minutes by Jill Cooper
Age Group: Young Adult
Genre: Science Fiction
Release Date: June 15, 2013
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Book Description:

I have 15 minutes to save my mother’s life….

15 minutes is all the Rewind Agency gives you in the past, but for Lara Crane it’s enough time to race through the city, find her mother, and stop her from being killed in a mugging that happened over ten years ago.

But that’s not how it happened. The story she’s been told all her life is a lie and when Lara takes a bullet meant for her mother, her future changes forever.

The love of her life acts like a stranger. Her simple life is replaced with a giant house, glamorous clothes and a new boyfriend.

Except someone knows her secret. And he will try to stop her at every turn as she races against the clock to unravel a dangerous conspiracy.

15 Minutes is an edgy high octane YA thriller that can be described as Back to the Future meets Inception where the people Lara trusts change in an instant. She is in a timeline she doesn't understand, and is about to make one fatal mistake as she faces an enemy so familiar, he’s family.

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Plot Evolution and World Building

Almost sounds like a Realty TV show, doesn't it?

But for me, plot evolution is all about what writing a novel is about. I'm a pantser, which means I write with no outline and little prep work. Sometimes I write a blurb, sometimes I write down 1 page of facts or ideas, and sometimes I just have a character name. Either way I write fast, rough drafts are dirty, gritty, and full of intense raw emotion. And when I start, I have little idea where I am going.

It is kind of like chess, because I usually know about 3 chapters ahead where I am going. But once I get those 3 chapters written, well, all bets are off. What happens next? Not knowing what happens in your plot next is a lot like driving blind or sky diving blindfolded, yes those might be more dangerous.

Blog Tour: Birthright (The Dark Gifts #1) - Guest Post

Birthright (The Dark Gifts #1) by AUTHOR
Age Group: Young Adult
Genre: Paranormal
Release Date: March 2, 2011
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Book Description:

For one-thousand years, Druid prophecies foretold of a young witch destined to alter the fate of both human and immortal alike. 

This witch-turned-vampire would be capable of harnessing the supernatural abilities of both and, in a bloody rise to power, would rule with unwavering control.

Unwillingly thrust into a world she never dreamed existed, Liz Markum is catapulted into an ancient war between rival vampire factions. She must choose between those she loves and the ever-present darkness attempting to devour her very soul.

Only one question remains: Will Liz claim her birthright or surrender to the dark gift?

One choice.

One chance.

Two destinies.

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Monster Love

I am frequently asked for my thoughts on so-called monsters playing the role of the good guy. Personally that's my favorite hero. One I can't resist. (Ever)

The essence of a good monster: Having just enough redeeming qualities to be appealing, regardless of glaring faults and monsterdom.

Promotional Event: The End of Athens

The End of Athens by Anthony Karakai
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Urban Fantasy
Release Date: May 2, 2013
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Book Description:

In the year 2091, humans have lost the ability to dream. After decades of financial and social depression, dreams and aspirations have become a recessive gene—an impossibility of the modern mind.

Greece is one of the worst social and economic disaster zones, and all hope of a better future has been lost. 

One young man, Nikos, discovers that he is not like everybody else—there is something different about him.

Believing that he may be going crazy, he soon discovers that he is the only person in Greece who has inherited the ability to dream. 

Time is running out as the government continues its tirade of corruption and suppression against the people, and Nikos must find a way to teach others how to dream so that once more society can free itself from the shackles of mental slavery.

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Inspiration For My Writing

Inspiration for my writing is derived largely from two elements: travel and social construct. For travel, it is my aim to inspire those who wish to go somewhere far and away from the big city noise, to take that first step. I want to share the beautiful experiences I’ve had with the reader, so that they too can get a glimpse, and a feeling, of what it feels like to have a moment in time when life feels like magic.

It could be a walk up an alleyway in Granada, a ride through the Greek countryside or the people you meet, who make you realise that by not travelling, you are missing out on a life of absolute awe and love.

Blog Tour: Selling Scarlett (Love Inc. #1) - Guest Post: Ella James

Selling Scarlett (Love Inc. #1) by Ella James
Age Group: New Adult
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: April 14, 2013
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Book Description:

Elizabeth DeVille doesn't belong at a party like this—one where the gowns cost more than her Camry and cigars run higher than her grad school utility bills. Dragged out of seclusion by her best friend Suri, Elizabeth is merely playing dress-up, rubbing elbows with a crowd that banished her troubled family years ago.

Hunter West is tired. Tired of parties, tired of pretending, and tired of trying to right a wrong that haunts him every day. Bourbon heir and professional poker player by day, by night Hunter is gambling with his life in a high-stakes game of crime and blackmail.

When Elizabeth stumbles into Hunter's den of vices, she's a light in the darkness, a flame in the void. And, just like everything he touches, Hunter mars her in a record time. To rectify the damage done, Elizabeth needs money she doesn't have, and she's come up with a foolproof way to get it.

Follow Elizabeth—code-named Scarlett—to the lush Nevada brothel where she'll auction her virginity and risk the only thing that's not for sale: her heart. The highest bidder is a familiar face, with wicked hands and the devil's mouth. And a secret so dark that it could cost her life.

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Ten things you didn't know about Hunter West, bad boy hero of Selling Scarlett

1. He loves his Napa Valley vineyard more than anything except Elizabeth.

2. He's a licensed SCUBA diving instructor.

3. He likes red wine more than liquor, including bourbon (where his family made his fortune), but he can't drink wine because it would reflect badly on West Bourbon.

4. He hates his hometown, New Orleans, and rarely visits if he can avoid it.

Blog Tour: Rising Calm (Rising Calm #1) - Guest Post: Haley Fisher

Rising Calm (Rising Calm #1) by Haley Fisher
Age Group: Young Adult
Genre: Fantasy
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Book Description:

On Cara Weaver’s first day at her new high school—merely the next in a long line of new schools—she meets two senior boys: James Sable and Crispin Calaway. They’re new too; they’ve been at the school just longer than she has, and they’ve never made an effort to reach out to anyone. Until she comes. When her friends find out, they’re awed. But Cara can't shake the feeling that there’s more to James and Crispin than the two are telling.

As the days go on, everything at her new home seems to be going better than it has in any of the previous cities she’s lived in. She loves her friends, gets a job at a bookstore, and even starts to spend more time with Crispin and James. She’s happy. But all that begins to change when she comes to realize that the two boys she’s becoming close to are hiding something. It’s then that she knows her unexplainable wariness of them has been justified all along. But she keeps it a secret.

Days later, when a stranger accosts her outside a small shopping center, Crispin and James arrive just in time to help her. But they seem know the attacker. And instead of running him off, Crispin and James take Cara away, for her own protection.

With little explanation, Cara is told that she’s important and that she can’t go home until the boys have sorted some things out. In the meantime, Cara’s world is being turned upside down as she finds out that there is more to her life than she possibly imagined.

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How to Create a Character Readers Relate To

I think I should preface this by saying that I am and have always been a huge reader. I honestly cannot remember a time when I didn’t love books. They have always been a hobby and a passion of mine. That being said, all those books I have read and reread: I know why I liked them. I know which characters I felt for and cared about and which drew me in, which I wished I knew in person, and I also know which ones I didn’t like and why. All those were things I couldn’t help but keep in mind while I was shaping my own story.

So let me start with Cara. There are a lot of book heroines out there that I am quite simply irritated by. The kinds of heroines who make it hard to reread books because you care less about them that you do the secondary characters. I was very aware of that when I was writing. More than anything (possibly more than I wanted a fantastic first book), I wanted Cara to be likeable. I wanted people to root for her and care about her and feel for her.

Blog Tour: A Sliver of Hope - Guest Post

A Sliver of Hope by Karla J. Nellenbach
Age Group: Young Adult
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Release Date: March 25, 2013
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Book Description:

My twin sister was the only person in the world I thought I’d known inside and out. Apparently, I was wrong.

Twin sisters share a unique bond, one that can't be broken by miles, time, or even death. Hannah and Hope Morton are no exception. When Hope takes her own life, Hannah loses a sister and a best friend, a catastrophe she isn't sure she'll survive herself.

With her family in ruins, Hannah is slowly disappearing, drowning in a sea of misery. Even her wild, energetic best friend can't pull her out of her grief. Desperate to help Hannah, her brother comes home from college, bringing his best friend Julian along, the first boy to break Hannah’s heart. None of their efforts are enough to pull Hannah off her self destructive path, though. Julian is the only one who can get through to her, working his way into her frozen soul with cocky remarks and genuine love that warms her from the inside out.

As Hannah works to find answers, she continues to uncover new secrets and people that reveal a side of Hope she had never shared with her twin. Alone now, Hannah must make a decision of her own: move on and start a new life with the people she has left, or let the weight of her grief drag her down with her sister.

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A Sliver Of Hope, Cast O’ Characters



Hannah & Hope. (played by Jennifer Lawrence) Main and title characters, Hannah is still reeling from the loss of her twin sister and best friend, Hope.

Promotional Event: Gypsy Spirits

Gypsy Spirits by Marianne Spitzer
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Paranormal, Mystery
Release Date: April 15, 2012
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Spirits? Madness? Which haunts Daniel? His teenage bride, Annamarie, must answer the question while she deals with her husband’s controlling behavior and abnormal fear of spirits he believes exist in the surrounding woods near their home. During an argument, her anger erupts and she yells a few odd words at her husband, Daniel, which she explains is her Gypsy curse. A bad day at work convinces him the curse is real, but after the brutal death of his best friend, his belief in the curse and his terror of the spirits escalates.

Annamarie begins to have foreshadowing dreams of a young Gypsy girl who resembles her in every way. As the dreams become more vivid and frequent, Annamarie begins to fear her utterance of a Gypsy curse may have brought spirits into their lives. When they both have the same dream, she believes Daniel’s fears may be real. They feel they may be close to answers when a human killer enters their lives. With two battles to wage they must stand strong together. Frightening events spiral out of control and Annamarie must fight for her husband’s safety, his sanity, and her own.

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Excerpt:

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The camp-fire cast shadows on the old wagons parked nearby. An elderly man sat on a barrel, playing a violin. Other men and women sat near the fire clapping to the music floating on the night air.

A dark haired young girl danced around the flames, her bright green eyes sparkling in the firelight. She was clad in a long dress of many colors, sewn by hand, colored ribbons pulled up her hair. She smiled and held her hand out to Annamarie.

Annamarie woke screaming.

Blog Tour: Earth Angel (Falling Angels #2) - Guest Post - E. Van Lowe

Earth Angel (Falling Angels #2) by E. Van Lowe
Age Group: Young Adult
Genre: Paranormal, Angels
Release Date: December 8, 2011
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Book Description:

Just because Megan Barnett recently defeated Satan, has a fantastic new best friend, and has won the love of deliciously handsome, Guy Matson, doesn’t mean her troubles are over. Far from it.

For Megan doesn’t realize it, but in her possession is a powerful weapon, a weapon sought after by both angels and demons and everything in between. They will do ANYTHING to get it.

In E. Van Lowe’s humorous, romantic and thrilling sequel to Boyfriend From Hell, Megan winds up in a gripping life or death battle to save herself, the boy she loves, and all of mankind from unthinkable evil.


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Satan’s Playlist
I am often asked if I have playlists for the books I write, which got me thinking. One of the key characters in my novel, Boyfriend from Hell is Satan himself. What music do you suppose would be burnin’ up Satan’s ipod? I thought I’d have a little fun with it. Here is my take on Satan’s Playlist:

I believe Satan has to be a serious rocker, so I am certain Bat Out Of Hell by Meatloaf would be high up on his list; along with Hotel California by The Eagles. He’d round out his rock list with a little metal: Hells Bells by AC/DC, and what devil doesn’t listen to The Rolling Stones: It Must Be Hell, along with another Stone’s hit, Sympathy for The Devil. Yeah, I bet Satan really loves that one.

Promotional Event: And the Soft Wind Blows

And the Soft Wind Blows by Lance Umenhofer
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Poetic Fiction
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Book Description:

Timmy Enosh is a peculiar, small man: 5' 3", one hundred and fifteen pounds, and is a pharmacist in Ashton City, Tennessee. He finds himself at 43 years old as his life starts to fall apart: his three hundred pound wife disappears, his romantic interest has lost interest and has gained hatred toward him, his coworkers harass him, customers verbally assault him, and he has the strange urge to adopt his foulmouthed, 18-year-old coworker, Alex.

When things start to pile up, Timmy must find a way to deal: he turns to Alex to supply him with marijuana, starts sewing an elaborate Mr. Mistoffelees costume, finds solace in the wild, etc., etc., etc. And the soft, constant wind of change blows him on, on, and on.

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The Writing Process

It’s funny how little is planned when I sit down to write. I imagine most authors having notebooks, maybe multiple, of ideas and plot points and character sheets for their novels, and when they sit down to write, they compile all of their ideas into paragraph form, having every intention to make their ways to the final climaxes planned out months, maybe years before.

But, through the years, it’s seemed that the more and more I plan out a piece or have a vivid picture of where the story is going or who the characters are, the more and more I stray from it. I do not like to write within constrictions, even if the constrictions are made by myself.

Promotional Event: How to Write a Book Review

How to Write a Book Review by Rebecca Graf
Age Group: Adult, Young Adult
Genre: How To Book
Release Date: March 1, 2013
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Book Description:

Have you wondered what makes a good book review? Have you wondered what you might be missing in writing a book review? You can find out how to write a quality book review in these pages.





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Top Ten Most Important Aspects of Book Reviewing and Why

Book reviewing is more than just saying you like or dislike a book. Thought needs to be put into every review. There are ten things every reviewer needs to focus on.

1. Read the Book – If you don’t finish a book, please don’t review it. Many people will read a book and not finish it yet still write a review. That is being unfair to the book. You have no idea how it might end. It might have the most fabulous ending in the world, and you missed it as well as misdirected other people.

2. Be Polite – Never be nasty in writing a review. It reflects poorly on the reviewer. Any reviewer that is not polite is just being mean to the book and the author. Not good at all.

Blog Tour: Broken Faith (Spiritual Discord #1) - Guest Post

Broken Faith (Spiritual Discord #1) by Brandy Nacole
Age Group: Young Adult
Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy
Release Date: April 2, 2013
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"This is it. The moment Heaven and Hell clash. But which unearthly being will win, the fallen angel or Hell's hounds?

Overtaken by fear, I close my eyes."

Kayson is a Fallen Angel who has spent decades running from the Hell Hounds while searching for something that no one else believes can be so, not even God. Kayson is determined to find a Blood Child. But when a hound finds Kayson first, he is sure his end has come.

Falon, Alpha of the Hell Hounds, destroyer of the blood children, and devoted believer in his master’s plan, is bound and determined to drag Kayson back to Hell with him.

Sabrina is a Vampire, a half-breed created from one of Lucifer’s original blood children. After years of hiding, Sabrina’s fate changes when she finds Kayson barely alive. Against her instincts, Sabrina saves him. Now she and Kayson are both marked by the Hell Hounds.

Emma is an ordinary human, whose only problem is making ends meet, and getting over the hurt caused by her untrustworthy brother. Her everyday problems become supernatural ones when she finds Kayson and Sabrina hiding in her parent’s backyard shed.

Kayson, Sabrina and Emma are unlikely allies, thrown together by chance to fight against the most powerful creatures of the underworld in order to follow their world-changing quest. But will the broken faith of one break the faith of all?

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5 reasons I write Fantasy

So, what are five reasons I like to write Fantasy? How about I narrow this down to five words instead: Seriously, what’s not to love? I have been a fan of fantasy/paranormal books, movies, shows, and local myths since I was a little girl. My first memory of the fantasy genre was with Interview with A Vampire.

 I was four years old and my aunt, who’s just as big a fan as me if not more, was watching the movie on Halloween. I don’t remember every detail of course, but I remember watching it with her and being totally enthralled. From there it was R.L. Stine books, more Anne Rice, and so on.

I started writing when I was around 7 and while my writing wasn’t too farfetched with fantasy it was about a young boy and his pet alligator Sam. They had all sort of adventures together. Then as I aged, my writing became more involved with pure fantasy.

Guest Post: Myron Night

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If all of our worst fears about global warming were to come true, what would you miss the most?

By Myron Night

Think about it: with trade routes disrupted, and international travel -- even interstate travel -- unreliable or impossible, there would be no out-of-season foods or exotic fruits, no commercial airlines or cruise ships. And coal, gasoline, building materials, light bulbs, paper products -- anything not produced in your local area -- would become commodities only the rich could afford.

In the case of Adam Twist, the thing he misses most is a good, strong cup of coffee. After all, what Private Investigator in history ever solved a crime without a constant dose of caffeine to keep the brain cells stroking on all eight cylinders? But even though coffee -- and money, but hey, what’s new? -- is in short supply, one thing that’s never in short supply in Twist’s life is trouble.

Promotional Event: The Life is Too Short Collection

The Life is Too Short Collection by Connie E. Sokol
Age Group: Adult
Genre: Humor
Release Date: January 2013
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Book Description:

Are you looking for a fabulous life boost today?

The Life is Too Short series is just what you need. Written by Connie Sokol—mother of seven, author, speaker, and amazing matching sock finder—these humorous self-development columns give you just the right amount of fun and functional.

Originally written for a major newspaper and magazines, you can now enjoy the entire collection in one book.

Put your feet up and laugh as you relate to time-tested tips on being a woman, wife, and mother. You'll learn the cozy stuff of how to adjust expectations, have faith in your dreams, and lighten up in motherhood. And, you'll learn a few life skills such as easy spring cleaning, simplifying the holidays, and creating successful goals. It's the perfect gift for any woman!

Short, funny, insightful, these quick power columns are ideal anytime, anywhere, to rejuvenate your mind and soul.

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My Degree in Gender Education

In college, I learned fascinating truths about behavioral differences between men and women, but not from a class. It came from walking up a tall hill on a frosty morning with my dress tucked in the back of my pantyhose. Happily unaware, I remember thinking as I walked along, chirping and cooing to the young man I had casually caught up to, that it was unusually chilly that morning. I even wished I had worn a long coat instead of a short jacket. I remember the great number of students, both in front and behind us, all heading for our eight o’clock classes.

And upon first reaching his class building, I lastly remember, after saying a coy good-bye and turning to go, his voice flatly echoing across the morning campus, “Hey Connie, your skirt.” This was when I swept my hand behind my lower half and found, well, my lower half.

Guest Post: Lilliana Anderson

Today I'm pleased to welcome author Lilliana Anderson to the blog to talk a little bit about something we all love...Hot guys!

HOT Guy Creation.

Firstly, I want to say a big thank you to all of the ladies that work on this blog, for allowing me to guest post today! It truly is an honor.

When I got my list of blogs for this tour, there were so many guest posts that I needed to write that I decided to ask my readers what they’d like to hear from me.

This question is from ‘Sab, the Book Eater’ (no she doesn’t literally eat books, she devours them with her mind, lol!) and she wants to know how I created the ‘dreamy’ men in my Beautiful series.

Blog Tour: 3 Sides to a Circle - Guest Post

3 Sides to a Circle by Jolene Perry and Janna Watts
Age Group: New Adult
Genre: Romance
Release Date: February 25, 2013
Buy Links:

Amazon ♥ B & N

Book Description:

Love is the ultimate rush.

Freshman year of college isn't easy. But with a friend like Libby Patterson, it is unforgettable.

Libby is honest and fearless and adorable. She's the girl on campus that everyone knows. The life of every party. Infectious and addictive, Libby captivates all those around her. Particularly her roommate Honor and their boy bestie Toby.

But three isn't always a magic number. And there's more to this trio than what everyone sees.

When Honor finds herself falling for an artist, and Libby doesn’t approve, and Toby finds himself watching Libby more than he should...the sides of their circle become strained.

The three are suddenly stretched between friendship, love and taking sides. They must fight to hold on to each other. But the tighter the hold, the harder it gets. Especially when Libby's unpredictability turns dangerous. Now it's up to Honor and Toby to save her from the downward spiral that could break their circle for good.

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Today we’re going to discuss how to take on the manic pixie trope and win. First, you need to understand that this is a lesser known character trope than Mary Sue, but it is still highly criticized in some circles.

So how did we end up with a book that is about a manic pixie? Well, we did it on purpose. We wanted to systematically take on a character like this and give her depth and complexity and a fully developed arc. And we wanted to do it without any of it being from her point of view.

Enter Libby.