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April 22, 2015
Finally figured out how to do it.
So I’ve added my mailing list to my facebook page (didn’t even know I could do that until I saw V.M. Sawh had done it.) You can sign up for it here and know when I’m going to release new works! And don’t forget to sign up for a chance to win a free copy of #BreathOfTheTitans on Goodreads. Hope you all have a wonderful day!
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Cruisin through books ’cause books make life worth livin’ with Aly #RileyAmosReviews, 4/22/2015 ARC part
To me, this story had a very slow start. I have not read any other books in this series so I felt a bit lost with what was going on in the book. I really liked the cover of this book and the description pulled me in but I was disappointed in the whole book and I would probably not continue with this series in the future. * I received this book from netgalley in exchange for an honest review* 3/5 *Releases in June*
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Cruisin through books ’cause books make life worth livin’ with Aly #RileyAmosReviews, 4/22/2015 part 3
Revenants Abroad by D.D. Syrdal
Yes this book is another vampire book. But with that being said it was good. I enjoyed it more than I thought when I first started the book. Andrej is a vampire who does jobs for criminals just for fun really. This book is set in the future and the world is recovering from war. I did enjoy the characters and the action in this book. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 4/5
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April 18, 2015
#RileyAmosReviews, it’s all in the secret sauce edition
I laughed at every story. Having worked in the fast food industry before, I can see EVERY one of these shorts happening. But I can’t decide which is my favorite. I think I have to go with the costume party, though Mrs. Rhonda Wiggleroom is up there. Easily 5 stars, a wonderfully funny book. I eagerly await the next volume! *I picked this up on a free giveaway*
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Cruisin through books ’cause books make life worth livin’ with Aly #RileyAmosReviews, 4/18/2015 ARC part
Another great book by Kristin Cast. I loved The House of the Night Series and I think this series is going to be great as well. I enjoyed this book every much and I loved the cliffhanger ending. I would love to read the next book to see what happens next. I enjoyed the characters in this book as well. Alek and Eva are great! It was a great paranormal with a mystery twist book. * I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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Cruisin through books ’cause books make life worth livin’ with Aly #RileyAmosReviews, 4/18/2015 part 1
With Moonlands, we began with a good setting and plot, lots of magic, hidden worlds, many supernatural species, but it did not keep my attention like I thought it would. Relationships between characters felt like they were not full enough for me. Ashley’s childhood background story is non-existent. Details were only given for a few characters added in the story. The multiple first-person viewpoints were never confusing for me. I wish I could this book more stars but it just was not as good as I hopes it would be. * I received this book from netgalley in exchange for an honest review* 3/5
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April 17, 2015
Happy New Year
So I found this site cruising around the internet looking for authory things. This guy here does some awesome looking designs, and I’ve had him recommended to me by more than one person for covers. I especially like this picture. It is beautifully and richly fantastic.
Originally posted on keithdraws:
It’s been a while since I posted, Many things have got in the way but I hope I can fix that this year. I wish you all the best for the New Year and present my last painting of 2014.
“The House of Worms” by Harvey Click.
It’s going to be available as a poster soon.
Front back and spine artwork.
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April 16, 2015
#SupportIndieAuthors, Go take a Dirt Nap edition.
The first playwright to be featured on the blog. I think also our first southern interview in the series. (I’m originally from Kentucky, and lived in Georgia for a few years before I moved to Washington, so the south holds a special place in my heart.) Check out his site, it offers a taste of his work! So without further ado, I give to you, Jules Cassard!
Dirt Nap Rhapsody by Jules Cassard
All Tag wants to know is whether or not his beloved wife Lori is a deranged killer – is that too much to ask?
Tag and Lori are the couple on the top of the wedding cake. Everything about their relationship is perfect and they’re both deliriously happy — except for one tiny little, earth-shattering problem.
Her name is Marcie and despite the fact that Tag likes to think of himself as a pretty decent guy, he just can’t shake his desire to do some… well, some not so decent things with her. When his obsession with Marcie gets to the point that he finally breaks down and confesses his struggles to Lori, Tag is touched by her compassionate and understanding response. He breathes a sigh of relief — until the next day when Marcie turns up dead.
Could sweet, dainty, couldn’t-hurt-a-fly Lori be a… be a… Tag can’t even bring himself to think it. But could she? Detective Steiner doesn’t think so. The way he sees it, Tag is guilty as hell and it’s only a matter of time before the truth comes spilling out of him. Of course Tag knows that’s impossible because he doesn’t even know the truth himself — and he’s not sure if he wants to.
Of course the truth may come out anyway if Susan keeps poking around. Susan is Tag and Lori’s recently widowed next door neighbor whose hobbies include gardening, drinking and hypochondria. She also has a thing for Tag and a poor understanding of the concept of boundaries, so there’s a small chance that Lori might want to murder her too. Assuming of course that Lori is capable of something like… something like…
On second thought, Tag and Lori have more than one tiny little problem.
About me: I am an author and playwright from New Orleans, Louisiana. I enjoy writing mysteries and thrillers, often with a comedic bent, like my short stories “The Inanimates” and “Codependent Pistol.” I’ve written two full-length plays, the first of which is scheduled to open in New Orleans in the fall.
1. What do you do to keep your spirits up through a bad review?
– I remind myself that opinions are like elbows – everybody’s got one. And while I can’t deny hoping that a vast majority of people love my work, I think anything that doesn’t have at least a few vehement haters isn’t pushing hard enough. What I’m really afraid of are those 2 1/2 star “Meh” reviews.
2. What has been your greatest inspiration for writing your story?
– I thought that the image of a guy being led to the execution chamber smiling and blowing kisses at someone who was smiling and blowing kisses in return was quite striking. I started there and asked myself what happened to those two people to create that situation.
3. Are there any people you feel need a shout out for supporting you?
– Several.
4. Has self-publishing taught you any lessons that you feel will help you in life?
– Yes, it taught me a lot of things about the business end of the industry that I’m glad I now know regardless of how I go about it in the future. Also, no kidding, it reminded me that opinions are like elbows. All of them.
and last, What’s your favorite color?
– Red? (Good gods man, be glad I’m not a bridgekeeper!)
Remember, if you’d like to be featured in the #SupportIndieAuthor series, please drop me a line at RileyAmosReviews (@) Gmail (Dot) com. Until next week, keep writing!
And don’t forget to check out my Breath Of the Titans: The False Titanbriger series.
*FREE* Little Black Stormcloud
A Mother’s Love
War of the Chiefs
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The White Temple in Thailand
Beautiful
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Image credits: Vivian Wan
The original Wat Rong Khun or theWhite Temple by the end of the 20th century, was in a bad state of repair. Funds were not available for renovation. Chalermchai Kositpipat, a local artist from Chiang Rai, decided to completely rebuild the temple and fund the project with his own money.
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#Bookboost #RRBC #IARTG #IAN1 Ebook Giveaway! #BreathOfTheTitans *This book was great from beginning to end.*
So…I’ve been experimenting with the Goodreads site, and I think I may have figured out to do a giveaway for e-books! Say it with me, yay! Anyways, I thought I’d offer up Breath of the Titans: The False Titanbringer as a test run on it, and if it works out, I just may do the same thing with other new releases! /cheer!
So, entering is easy. Either leave a comment below stating that you’d like a chance to win a copy, or you can just sign up for the event Here on Goodreads. It’s running through until the 27th of April!
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