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June 14, 2016
Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 6/14/2016 part 1
Need to find you by Joseph Souza
This is a great book. I do enjoy crime thrillers! I didn’t like the most of the characters but I think that was intended. The story kept me on the edge of my seat and I was glad I was asked to read this book. It was an exciting and face paced book. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review*
5/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 6/14/2016 part 2
This was kind of a dark and sad book, but I liked it! I am weird I guess. The book was different from other books I have read so I was interested from beginning to end. I can see this book as a possible future reality. It was fun for me to read and see what this author thought could happen. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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June 13, 2016
Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 6/13/2016 part 4
When Gold was Black by Michele Amitrani
This book made me think. It is not a typical book like I normally read but I was intrigued by it. I’m glad I gave it a try. It was interesting and I was curious enough to read on and see what the book was all about. It is a quick book but very entertaining to me. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 4/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 6/13/2016 part 3
Deadly Fantasies by Kelly Miller
I really enjoyed this book as well. It caught me up right away in the story. I would read more from this author. So far her books are AMAZING!!! Great job. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 6/13/2016 part 2
This book was good but I missed more story one Savanna and Paige. I know this book was more about Eve but it was just ok for me. We got a Nix and some angels and ghosts in this book but I like reading more about Paige and Savanna. I like to see that Savanna is growing up in these books as well.
4/5
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Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 6/13/2016 part 1
I enjoyed this book very much. I think this author is going to be one to watch for sure. So far all her books I’ve read are great! * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 5/5
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June 9, 2016
Check out this #NewRelease #BookBoost #SupportIndieAuthors #MustRead and one #Free
Hey guys, I know it’s been a bit since I really wrote anything here. Been a really stressful, hot, and frustrating time. But that’s okay, because life is what it is. All we can do is take it one day at a time, and try to improve the next one. Anyways, I wanted to take the time today to introduce you all to an author friend of mine. She asked me to help her with her latest release of her third book, and even though I’m pressed for time right now, I love the illustrations she did. That alone makes me want to read the series, if she has half as much talent with words as she does with her art skills, then I’m surprised she isn’t already a bestseller. Anyways, I’ll let Missy and her work do the rest of the speaking. You all have awesome days! #SupportIndieAuthors!
About the Author
Missy Sheldrake is an author/illustrator who has been conjuring images of fairies in one form or another since she was very young. The wind in the trees and the rich scent of forest earth are her most treasured sources of inspiration, and on most mornings you will find her wandering the wooded paths, dreaming of the next adventure she hopes to put to the page.
Missy was born in Connecticut and attended Western Connecticut State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Art with a concentration in painting and illustration. Even then, in her free time, she was writing. She moved to Northern Virginia several years ago and lives there now, on the outskirts of Washington D.C., with her true love and their son. She published her first novel, Call of Kythshire, in March of 2015 and intends to keep writing as long as the fairies allow it.
The Keepers of the Wellsprings Series
I’m excited to announce that the third book in the Keepers of the Wellsprings series, Call of Brindelier, is now available on Amazon! If you haven’t read the previous books yet, read on for a super-quick crash course.
When I started writing this series, I really wanted to tell a story that was rich with fantasy, but not overly dark or mired with war and violence. I wanted to show the light side of fantasy: the cheerful, magical, uplifting side which I always drink up whenever it emerges in a story, and which always seems to be so fleeting in fantasy tales. I wanted to tell a story that would capture the hearts of young and old alike. Don’t get me wrong, my books aren’t void of conflict and evil. They tell of uncomfortable moments. There is violence and wickedness, but it’s those moments in my stories which are the fleeting ones. In the pages of my books, you will find fairies, Mages, Paladins, Elves, Dreamwalkers, Princes and Princesses, and even dragons. You’ll travel through a world rich with magic and wonder.
In Call of Kythshire, you’ll learn all about Cerion, a seaside kingdom which has celebrated peace for over a century. You’ll meet His Majesty’s Elite, a guild that is the right hand adventuring team of King Tirnon Plethore, and you’ll join Azi Hammerfel, a young squire who has grown up within the guild’s halls, through disappointments and triumphs. By her side is Rian, her childhood friend, an Apprentice of the Mage Academy. You’ll meet Flit, a fairy from Kythshire, who is as tricky as any fairy you might imagine, but has a depth of character and a sense of purpose uncommon for a typical fairy. You’ll see her world unfold, and feel the evil threat of Sorcery that looms, waiting to destroy it. You’ll learn a little about the Wellsprings, but not too much, for their existence and workings are a well-protected secret. (Click here to read an excerpt from Call of Kythshire.)
In Call of Sunteri, you’ll meet the strong-willed slave boy, Tib, who makes his first appearance as he escapes from the grips of Sorcery in the desert continent of Sunteri. He has help crossing the vast oceans to reach Cerion, but he doesn’t realize it at first. A mysterious being speaks to his mind, controlling his thoughts and making suggestions to ensure his own survival. In the meantime, Azi has been given the task of escorting the Prince of Cerion and his wife-with-child to the lakeside Kordelya Castle as the prince faces suspicion and ridicule after the events of Call of Kythshire. But a darker force emerges from the Dreaming, whose wicked intent is to use any means necessary to escape its prison and claim the magic of the Wellsprings for his own. In this book, you’ll see the devastating effects of the overuse of magic, and what it does to the Wellsprings and the creatures who thrive around them. (Click here to read an excerpt from Call of Sunteri.) Or buy it here!
In Call of Brindelier, a dark force looms, more powerful and destructive than any threat Azi and her guild have yet faced. You’ll follow Celli, a scrappy street fighter, as she is enticed into the grips of a powerful Sorcerer. You’ll watch Tib come into his own as he sneaks through the streets of Cerion, uncovering the darkness while also working on a mysterious project. You’ll follow Azi on a quest set by Princess Margary to find proof of Brindelier, a city in the clouds which is the key to all of the Wellsprings in the Known Lands. But Margy is not the only one interested in Brindelier. A dark force has been gathering, poised to claim it for their own. Control over the Wellsprings hangs in the balance. (Click here to read an excerpt from Call of Brindelier.) Or buy it here!
This series is appropriate for all ages, but I recommend 13 and up due to some violent themes. There is no sex, swearing, or excessively graphic violence in the Keepers of the Wellsprings. Throughout the series, you’ll encounter daring sword fights, violent magical moments, and a few quick deaths.
Call of Brindelier, the third book in the Keepers of the Wellsprings series, is now available on Amazon. This weekend, I’m offering book one of the series, Call of Kythshire, for free, and book two, Call of Sunteri, for just 99 cents. Click here to download your ebooks while they’re on sale!
And of course, the promised freebie!
Alright, now back to me. So there you have it folks, check it out and keep that imagination flowing! Oh, almost forgot, here’s some links if you’d like to find out more about Missy!
Website:
www.missysheldrake.com
http://missyflits.wordpress.com
Amazon Author Page:
http://www.amazon.com/Missy-Sheldrake/e/B018CW7GTU/
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/MissySheldrake/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/m_sheldrake/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/missysheldrake
Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13672249.Missy_Sheldrake
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June 8, 2016
2-Ingredient Sweet Potato Pancakes
Light, fluffy, and most importantly, 2 ingredients—these pancakes are absolutely to die for! We tried and loved the 3-Ingredient Pancakes for 1, so when I heard about the trend of these supersimple veg-based pancakes, I had to jump onboard.
Although I was a little skeptical at first, I became a believer after biting into these decadent pancakes, which are completely clean and healthy. The best part—they’re simple enough for weekdays, yet feel indulgent enough for weekend brunch (even though they’re not indulgent at all).
If you’re like me and plan out your menu on the weekends, you might roast a couple of sweet potatoes at the beginning of the week. If you do, this recipe will be even quicker for you.
*I made and shot the photos of this recipe for 2, but it’s broken down to serve one.
Ingredients:
Makes 1 serving
1 roasted sweet potato
2 eggs
a dash of cinnamon (optional)
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June 4, 2016
Cruisin’ through books cause books make life worth living with Aly 6/4/2016 part 2
S.I.N.G.L.E. by Lindsay Marie Miller
This is a cute story. Jessie and Graham are good characters. Jessie is unlucky in love and Graham seems like a good guy. I think this seemed like a typical love story and how people can be shy about dating. * I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review* 4/5
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