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July 19, 2016
An Excerpt: Crushingly Close by Stella Torres
Because it’s out already! Let’s congratulate Stella Torres! Congrats Stella!
Blurb:
At twenty-four years old, Agnes Escueta has risen from the ranks to become a producer for Sports Tonight. No one can touch her, it seems—not even crush-worthy anchorman Daniel Ferrer, who she gets to work with every single day. When a road trip to Indonesia throws Agnes and Daniel together, they find themselves working in close quarters. It doesn’t take long before Agnes finds herself being charmed by Daniel, and her defenses start to melt with his touch. With deadlines looming and a big game coming, Agnes must figure out how to let Daniel into her life without risking her professional reputation—and without breaking her own heart.
Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01I5IXL9U or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I5IXL9U/ref=cm_sw_su_dp
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29884034-crushingly-close
Excerpt:
“Anything you want with your coffee?” Daniel said. “Cream? Sugar?”
My gaze fell on the containers of sugar and creamer that Daniel had taken out of the cupboard. “I thought you took your coffee black?”
“I thought I’d take them out for you.”
I may not swoon at the feet of Daniel Ferrer on command, but I wouldn’t deny that he was handsome. His hair was short enough to keep the emphasis on his almond eyes and sharp cheekbones. His skin had the kind of glow that came from running at the break of dawn, which he always talked about as part of his regular-day workout routine. And while he cut an impressive figure whenever he showed up in his suit and tie on-screen, the jeans and polo shirts that he wore to work showed off his lean muscles, especially in his arms and chest.
And his abs.
And his butt.
There, I’ve said it. Daniel Ferrer had a hot bod. But his body was beside the point. First and foremost, he was a co-worker, and co-workers weren’t supposed to think of each other that way.
Right? Right.
He smiled like he knew how his presence would affect me. “You look like you’ve got a lot of things on your mind.”
Of course I had a lot of things on my mind. We had a show to produce tonight, and a meeting in two hours about our trip to Jakarta for the football friendly between the Philippines and Indonesia. Not to mention the text messages that I wasn’t getting from my mother and brother…
“You make this face whenever you’re worried,” Daniel said.
“What face?”
He pointed to my mouth. “See that? Your lips curve downward when you press them together.”
“No, they don’t.”
“You’re making that face again.” He cocked his head to the side and leaned forward. “See? Your lips press hard, and your eyebrows scrunch in the middle of your forehead. Then your eyes go blank, like you’re spacing out.”
“I don’t space out.”
“Really? Then why haven’t you stirred any cream and sugar into your coffee?”
I looked down into my cup, and—just as Daniel said—my coffee was still black.
“It’s getting cold,” he said. “Here, have a spoon.”
Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01I5IXL9U or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I5IXL9U/ref=cm_sw_su_dp
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29884034-crushingly-close
About Stella Torres
Stella Torres is the author of Save the Cake and the short story “Be Creative” from Kids These Days: Stories from Luna East Arts Academy (Vol. 1)). She has a bachelor’s degree in English literature and worked briefly in public relations, but has chosen to pursue her post-graduate studies in the field of education. She loves dark chocolate, hates flyaways, and is constantly in search of comfortable shoes.
July 18, 2016
#CampNanoWrimo Winner: Galileo Meets Galilei
Last July, I wrote Galileo Meets Galilei simultaneously with Encyclopedia Mystique. 2 WIPs in one month? OH yes, I am crazy! I was trying to figure out which of them should be my #JustWritePH entry. And I ended up choosing Encyclopedia Mystique. I even reached an International reporter to get her daily chores for EM’s story.
It’s the First Anniversary of Galileo Meets Galillei and my gift to all of you is to be my betareader. Comment your observations today to further enhance the story. I will be releasing that in print if you it reaches 1K reads.
what is a betareader?
Beta readers are not explicitly proofreaders or editors, but can serve in that context. Elements highlighted by beta readers encompass things such as plot holes, problems with continuity, characterization or authenticity; in fiction and non-fiction, the beta might also assist the author with fact-checking. -Wikipedia (I tweak it a bit.)
Here is the three Chapters of Galileo Meets Galilei in Wattpad:
Chapter One | Chapter Two | Chapter Three
July 15, 2016
Thank you!
I want to thank sir Rom and Joel for lending me a space to promote my story!
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July 12, 2016
#HeistClub Photo Gallery
Credits to all the owners![image error]
July 11, 2016
A Glimpse of Crushingly Close by Stella Torres
Before the release on the 19th day of July, let’s support Stella by Pre-ordering her latest story, Crushingly Close!
At twenty-four years old, Agnes Escueta has risen from the ranks to become a producer for Sports Tonight. No one can touch her, it seems—not even crush-worthy anchorman Daniel Ferrer, who she gets to work with every single day. When a road trip to Indonesia throws Agnes and Daniel together, they find themselves working in close quarters. It doesn’t take long before Agnes finds herself being charmed by Daniel, and her defenses start to melt with his touch. With deadlines looming and a big game coming, Agnes must figure out how to let Daniel into her life without risking her professional reputation—and without breaking her own heart.
Pre-order now!!!
Amazon (pre-order): https://amzn.com/B01I5IXL9U or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I5IXL9U/ref=cm_sw_su_dp
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29884034-crushingly-close
Stella Torres is the author of Save the Cake and the short story “Be Creative” from Kids These Days: Stories from Luna East Arts Academy (Vol. 1)). She has a bachelor’s degree in English literature and worked briefly in public relations, but has chosen to pursue her post-graduate studies in the field of education. She loves dark chocolate, hates flyaways, and is constantly in search of comfortable shoes.
Connect with the author:
Blog: http://thegreatbigjump.blogspot.com
Facebook: http://facebook.com/StellaTorresAuthor
Twitter: http://twitter.com/TheStellaTorres
Instagram: http://instagram.com/stella_meimei
Pre-order Crushingly Close now!!!
Amazon (pre-order): https://amzn.com/B01I5IXL9U or https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I5IXL9U/ref=cm_sw_su_dp
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/29884034-crushingly-close
July 8, 2016
#JustAPrayerAwayPH – Chapters
Just A Prayer Away is my way of thanking God for all He has done for me. It is also part of my ministry.
1 – Communicate with God
2 – Be Specific in Praying
3 – When God Answers
4 – The Praying Habit
5 – Jesus, Our Intercessor
May your prayer life be abundant! Good night . . . I am always praying for all of you!
July 7, 2016
Zoomanity Group at Travel Madness Expo #ZoomanityGroup #TAGMedia #TravelMadnessExpo
SMX MOA Ground | July 8-10, 2016
On July 8, 2016 to July 10, 2016 at SMX Convention Center at SM Mall Of Asia, Pasay City, the biggest operators of theme park, Zoomanity Group will have a booth to share their products and services to thousands of travelers. The yearly Travel Madness Expo from 9AM to 7PM is here again. Grab amazing travel deals with over 100 participating airlines, hotels, resorts, cruises, theme parks, and travel agencies plus great discounts on travel essentials.
Check the following participating companies:
Participating Airlines and Cruises:
Air China
Air Mauritius
All Nippon Airways
Asiana Airlines
Cebu Pacific Air
China Airlines
China Eastern Airlines
Delta Airlines
Eva Air
Gulf Air
Japan Airlines
Jeju Air
Jetstar Airways
Korean Air
Philippines Airasia
Philippine Airlines
Qatar Airways
Royal Brunei Airlines
Saudi Arabian Airlines
Singapore Airlines
Skyjet Airlines
Turkish Airlines
United Airlines
2GO Group
Paradise Cruises & Hotels
Princess Cruises & Cunard
Royal Caribbean International
Star Cruises
Sun Cruises
Participating Hotels & Resorts:
Azalea Hotels
Bayview Park Hotel
Manila Be Resorts
Bellevue Hotels & Resorts
Boracay Summer Palace
Boracay Tropics
Crimson Hotel and Resorts
Diamond Hotel Philippines
El Nido Resorts
F1 Hotel
Fairways & Bluewater
Fersal Hotel Group
Fuego Hotels & Properties
Henan Bohol Resort
Henan Boracay Regency
Hotel Centro
Island Cove Hotel
Le Soleil de Boracay
Lee Boutique Hotel/Leez Inn
Makati Diamond Residences
Patio Pacific Boracay
Plaza del Norte
Princesa Suites
Quest Hotel
Sofitel Philippine Plaza
Sophia’s Garden Resort
The Manila Hotel
The Tides Hotel Boracay
Thunderbird Resorts
General Admission: P50 Senior Citizen & PWD: P40.00
Zoomanity Group is composed of Zoobic Safari in Subic, Zambales, Zoocobia Fun Zoo in Clark, Pampanga, Residence Inn in Tagaytay City, Cavite, Paradizoo in Mendez, Cavite, Zoocolate Thrills in Loboc, Bohol, Nanten Japanese Restaurant inside Manila Polo Club, Makati, Misono Japanese Restaurant in Bel Air, Makati and more. TAG Media and Public Relations is the marketing arm of Zoomanity Group. For details, contact grace@tagmedia.asia #TAGmedia #ZoomanityGroup
July 6, 2016
Just A Prayer Away
I have decided to follow what my heart says . . . to post something that will inspire you to pray.
I am writing a book about prayer. I will post the chapters here so that it will be free! It is time to minister to all of you who read my works. If you like the chapter that I will post, just use #JustAPrayerAwayPH #RacquelSarahACastro on Twitter and Facebook.
Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.
Jeremiah 29:12
God bless you!
July 3, 2016
Green Ribbon Campaign: FREE eBook for July
I am establishing my name as a cerebral palsy advocate. That’s why . . .
I am giving away my eBook, WHEN FATE SPEAKS BIG TIME, for FREE on Smashwords!
Get it and let me know what you think by:
Liking my page on Facebook: Racquel Sarah A. Castro
Send me an email: racquelcastro2884@gmail.com
GoodReads Review: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/24268246-when-fate-speaks-big-time
God bless you!
July 2, 2016
Bookbed Turns 6 #BookBedIs6
I wrote 2 articles and from that day, I considered bookbed as my family. KB and Allana has been so nice ever since I joined. I never forget them whenever there is book events.
Thank you for always being there in all my literary endeavors.
I AM A PROUD CITIZEN OF THE #READINGNATION!
Cheers to more years!
