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#Giveaway and Blast: The Sending by Jandy Salguero

 The Sending
A city's peace is shattered when two university students go missing, and only Daneel and his friends know the shocking truth of what happened. Finding themselves under attack, Daneel leads them in a race to escape the mounting violence.

Mara is willing to kill for the beliefs of the faction that raised her. But as she seeks out her mark, using a rare, mystical form of travel known as the Sending, Mara discovers a powerful connection that challenges the truth of everything she’s been taught.

While Daneel fights to protect those he cares for, Mara must choose whether to cling to the ideology of her home—or open her scarred heart to a searing attraction and the promise of a new life.



Praise for The Sending
The Sending reads like a dystopian Romeo and Juliet where strong, full characters from very different places inevitably collide with passion and conflict. Salguero fills a fresh, vibrant world with a nerve-tingling fast plot. Prepare to be immersed. ~Tamara Ward, author of Hidden Betrayal

The Sending is a thrilling, fast-paced, science fiction-romance that's impossible to put down. Edge-of-your-seat action scenes, and a romantic attraction so intense that it will make you want to turn down the air conditioning, The Sending is a great read that left me hungry for more. I loved this book!
~Sterling R. Walker, author of The Orphan Ship

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Excerpt

As one of the hawks flew across the tiny plane of space framed by her window, Mara closed her eyes. She envisioned herself there, experiencing the grace and the power of their movements. She imagined the control of that journey and thought that one day she might have that type of power over her own fate.

Mara felt a kinship with the graceful hunter. It knew the thrill of conquest coupled with the need for survival: opposite sides of the same implacable coin. The compound had taught Mara to use that need to a greater advantage than she had before.

Her chest tightened. Before? No, there was no before. Everything was after.

After her home had been raided, after her family had been killed, after she had been forced to fend for herself. She’d had only the passive help of a few others who had suffered the same fate, who had used her as much as she had been forced to use them.
 
She was a young six years when she lost her family. The memories of their life together had quickly begun to fade into the cruel background of her new life, into an icy, nearly paralyzing bath of hunger and fear.

The fear had covered everything. It had even blanketed the things that had seemed gentle and innocent to her before, so that nothing was safe. For a long time, the fear had ruled her with a cold, hard hand.





Author Jandy Salguero

Growing up in southern Louisiana, Jandy Salguero's life was full of friendly smiles, good food and tall tales. She holds a BA in French from Brigham Young University, where she met her husband in the midst of the great Rocky Mountains. She now resides in a small town outside of Raleigh, NC. Her days are full of grade-school antics and underfoot toddler toys-- courtesy of her two handsome boys.

She is currently working on Book 2 in the Senitha's Light series, due out in early 2015.



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BookBlast Giveaway
$50 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash

Ends 10/3/14

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader and sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.


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Movie Monday Recap

One of my favorite movies. Best action/adventure romance that I've ever seen. Plus, it's funny. I decided I had to go see it since I remember seeing the original movie in the theater. It was okay, lots of CGI action sequences, but the best part was Megan Fox and her character. Nothing like the girl taking out the big baddie at the end instead of the "heroes." Love that.

Kindle Fire 7" Giveaway

 
It's time for August's $229 Kindle Giveaway Hosted by I Am A Reader.

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Movie Monday Recap

It's good. Some cute stuff and interesting back story. Annoyed his family angle wasn't explored more. I've been told they were probably saving that for the sequel. Cute movie. Robin Williams. This is one of our family favorites. Eh. Daughter said it has to be the worst animated movie released in a theater.

#Giveaway & Spotlight: The Teen Wytche Saga by Ariella Moon

The Teen Wytche Saga by Ariella Moon


Think magic will solve your problems?

Bring you love? Cure you? Protect you? Help you find someone who is lost?

Think again.

Magic tests friendships. It hisses, chirps, stinks up the room, backfires, and explodes. Magic forces you to make tough decisions. Shatter limitations. Discover your true self. When you use magic, expect results in the ultimate triple-un—unpredictable, uncontrollable, and so undeniable.


And you thought navigating high school was tough.

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Praise for the Teen Wytche Saga





Spell Check


“Ms. Moon has crafted a spellbinding story. I was entranced within the first chapter,”


Tifferz, 5-star Amazon Review





“Spellcheck is a delightful teen romance about best friends, magic, and bad decisions.”


Romancewriter, 5-Star Amazon Review





“A great read that kept me captive, I couldn't stop reading! Ariella Moon has created a piece of art! I can't wait for the next book!”


Jennifer Badgett, 5-Star Amazon Review





Spell Struck


"A fantastic YA paranormal read, reminiscent of the film "Practical Magic"! Spell Struck combines quirky but fun teen characters dealing with new schools, romance, and family problems, with magic, and more serious topics like suicide and kidnapping."


Sarah E. Bradley, InD’Tale Magazine


5 Stars, Crowned Heart for Excellence





“The Teen Wytche Saga is a gripping series of books that combine otherworldly magick with the everyday struggles of growing up a teenager in America… Unexpected plot twists at every turn of the page grab you and hold on from start to finish.”


Karyn Pickles, 5 Star Amazon Review





“I loved Spell Struck even more than I loved Spell Check!”


Freddie, 5-Star Amazon Review





Spell Fire





“This book looked fun and magical from the start … I really want to go back and get the first and second book now and read the series from the beginning. Ariella has made me fall in love with the characters in the middle of the story. I also can not wait for the fourth installment.”


Becca Wilson, 5-Star Amazon Review





“Great cast of characters, diverse protagonist, fast-paced action and romance, and a touch of different types of regional magic all tied into a fantastic read. I would highly recommend these to any woman (no matter the age) looking for an uplifting paranormal romance!”





Freddie, 5-Star Amazon Review





“I loved it!!! Absolutely loved it!!!...


“Overall a great book and an awesome series... I would definitely recommend this book to all the fantasy and YA lovers and hope that you guys will love it as I did.”


CUTEsatarupa, 5-Star Amazon Review





Author Ariella Moon


Ariella Moon is the author of the Teen Wytche Saga, a sweet Young Adult paranormal series. Ariella writes about magic, friendship, high school, secrets, and love in Spell Check, Spell Struck, and Spell Fire from Astraea Press.


Ariella spent her childhood searching for a magical wardrobe that would transport her to Narnia. Extreme math anxiety, and taller students who mistook her for a leaning post, marred her youth. Despite these horrors, she graduated summa cum laude from the University of California at Davis. Ariella is a Reiki Master, author, and shaman. She lives a nearly normal life with her extraordinary daughter, two shamelessly spoiled dogs, and an enormous dragon.





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Movie Monday Recap

I've watched this movie 4 times this week and I am not what you'd call a race car movie fan. Seriously, I love this movie. I'm not sure why except I love the dynamic between the characters. Robin Williams. Need I say more?
Wonderful drama. Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson are wonderful. Just couldn't get into it. So tired of the reliance of CGI to tell stories in these large movies. Plus, Noah was not likeable, would have been happy for him to be washed away in the flood. I can't really think of much positive to say about this movie - except I think most of the actors did try. Not sure what I think. I didn't particularly like it, but I wouldn't say it was bad.

August Giveaway - Audiobook Copy of Mafia Secret

For my August giveaway I have an audio copy of MAFIA SECRET up for grabs. This is an international giveaway. The winner will receive a code from my publisher to claim their copy from Audiobooks.com.


Mafia Secret by Angie Derek. A steamy romantic suspense novel about a professional cheerleader who finds herself immersed in organized crime after the father she never knew is murdered.


Lessa Noelle grew up never knowing she was the illegitimate daughter of a
mafia king pin. After his murder, she finds herself a surprise heiress
immersed in the dangerous world of organized crime with only the
guidance of Marco Santo her father’s second in command to help her.

Marco searches for her father’s killer and tries to keep the realities of his
life from touching her. An uneasy attraction blossoms between the two.
An already dangerous situation turns volatile when a killer turns his
attention to Lessa. 


Available as an ebook from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Sony, Kobo, iTunes, Diesel, Crossroad Press, and Smashwords. Available in print from CreateSpace and Amazon. Available as an audiobook from Audible.com, Amazon, iTunes.





Reviews: 

"I recommend this book to anyone looking for a different kind of romance, one with a little suspense, a lot of sparks and a really smokin hot hero with a dangerous side." - A Tasty Read 

"Mafia Secret got off to a thrilling start and held my attention the whole way till the end." - Crazy Four Books

"If you love a romantic thriller, then this is for you. It is equally appealing to the chick lit lover in me." - Reading Renee

"You have to pick this book up, read it, & enjoy!" - I am a Book Addict...and Proud Of It!

"If you’re looking for a book with romantic scenes that will take your breath away, Mafia Secret is a great choice.  It is definitely full of the slow burning tension, explosions of sexual passion, and lingering romance." - Emerald Musings 

"Derek doesn't disappoint fans of romance or suspense. She keeps you guessing who the killer may be until the very end." - Book Bling

"Mafia Secret is a well written romantic suspense story that has multiple lines of suspense weaved delightfully through the story. Angie Derek is a wonderful story teller with characters and situations that will definitely hit your buttons." - Illustrious Illusions

"This one surprised me with the twists and turns it took and I was not expecting it to go where it did! ... This story is a good read that I would recommend to anyone that likes romance or suspense novels!" - Romancebookworm's Reviews

"With it’s nearly non-stop action, gritty mafia plot line, twists and turns, and steamy romance, Mafia Secret grabbed me from the first page." - Tattooed Book Reviews
 
"I loved the suspense, it kept me glued to my kindle blocking out everything but the pages of this book. I really liked Mafia Secrets and I am wondering why it took me so long to find this author." - Busy Moms Book Reviews

"I found Mafia Secret well written with a touch of humor and suspense thrown into Marco and Lessa’s love story." - Guardian's Hangout

"With action from the very first scene, Angie Derek's Mafia Secret grabs hold and doesn't let go. This is a gritty love story, there is so many twist and turns with a mafia theme running through out." - For the Love of Bookends

"Mafia Secret has some hot and steamy scenes with a bit of a mystery and secrets." - The Book Enthusiast  

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#Giveaway & Spotlight: Seeress by Ednah Walters

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Book Title: Seeress

Series: Runes #3

Author: Ednah Walters

Release Date: April 28th 2014

Genre: YA Paranormal Romance

Publisher: Firetrail Publishing





BLURB



I love Torin St. James...

I crave his touch...

I need his strength...



Raine Cooper is certain of two things: her love for Torin St. James and her destiny to be a powerful seeress. But when she starts having premonitions, they are unclear and disturbing. Worse, they involve Torin. Not sure what to do, she keeps quiet.

But when the visions are about her and another man, Raine realizes she needs to talk to someone. Just her luck two new students arrive at her school and they seem to have answers. When with them, her powers are enhanced and her visions become clear. There is only one problem: Torin does not want Raine to have anything to do with the two girls but he won't explain why.

Can their love survive the secrets they are keeping from each other?





Runes (book 1, Raine/Torin)Immortal (book 2, Raine/Torin)Grimnirs (A Runes Novel, Echo/Cora)Seeress (book 3, Raine/Torin)ABOUT THE AUTHOR

EDNAH WALTERS grew up reading Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys and dreaming of one day writing her own stories. She is a stay-at-home mother of five humans and two American short-hair cats (one of which has ADHD) and a husband. When she is not writing, she’s at the gym doing Zumba or doing things with her family, reading, traveling or online chatting with fans.

Ednah is the author of The Guardian Legacy series, a YA fantasy series about children of the fallen angels, who fight demons and protect mankind. AWAKENED, the prequel was released by Pill Hill Press in September 2010 with rave reviews. BETRAYED, book one in the series was released by her new publisher Spencer Hill Press in June 2012 and HUNTED, the third installment, was released March 2013. She’s working on the next book in the series, FORGOTTEN.
Ednah also writes YA paranormal romance. RUNES is the first book in her new series. IMMORTALS is book 2. She just released book 3, GRIMNIRS December 2013. Read more about this series and the world she's created on this website.

Under the pseudonym E. B. Walters, Ednah writes contemporary romance. SLOW BURN, the first contemporary romance with suspense, was released in April 2011. It is the first book in the Fitzgerald family series. Since then she has published five more books in this series. She's presently working on book seven.


Website * Blog * Facebook * TwitterPraise for the Seeress

…suspenseful, dramatic and exciting… Raine is surrounded by the most wonderful little group of people, all willing to support her. Even though they are not all related by blood, the love and sense of family is something beautiful… YA Book Addict



After reading Grimnirs I thought this series couldn’t get any better. Boy, I was wrong. Seeress put the bar really high for the next books in the series… Ruty @ReadingDreaming



"Seeress" is the third book of the Runes Series and it's just as good as its predecessors. The book with its Norse Mythology background and great characters (Raine, Torin, Echo, Cora, Andris, Ingrid....) just sucks you… Stacey M. Cook Amazon reviewer



I swooned, cried, laughed, fretted and cheered. I was guessing with each turn of events. Totally brilliant.… Maureen "I am a 40 something year old female that still loves young adult fiction”

Blog Tour Giveaway
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Ends 8/27/14

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader and sponsored by the publisher. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

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