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Book Tour Blast: THE MARRIAGE CAPER by Sandra Edwards

 

The Marriage Caper
Andre de Laurent is the second son of an extremely wealthy family, which basically means he’ll always be number two. That is, until his mother’s uncle dies and leaves him a multi-billion-dollar fortune. So what’s the trouble? Andre has sixty days to take a wife, and he’ll have to remain married for one year or forfeit the inheritance to distant relatives—who are hell-bent on claiming the inheritance as their own.

Aspiring actress Tasha Gordon has never wanted anything quite so much as that big break—until she met Andre de Laurent. Could his offer turn out to be the role of lifetime?

 



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About Author Sandra Edwards
Sandra is an award-winning author of romance. She has eclectic tastes, penning tales in a variety of genres such as paranormal (mostly time travel and reincarnation), contemporary and suspense. She lives in the U.S. (west coast) with her husband, two kids, four dogs and one very temperamental feline. Sandra's books often push the envelope and step outside the boundaries of conventional romance. 



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leads </span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">a team of earth’s most skilled soldiers across
the globe of the breathtaking, yet deadly planet of Xavier997 in search of five
mysterious items known as the Scrolls. What seems like a routine mission,
however, goes terribly wrong as Dawn and his team quickly realize that Xavier
does not give up her treasures without a fight. To find the Scrolls, Captain
Dawn must risk everything, including his love, his career, and his life. The
Scrolls of Xavier is the first in a series, followed by the sequel, Before the
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;">It's hard to narrow it down, but if I had to pick a
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.5pt;">I usually write late at night will listening to
music. I think if it's too quiet, my mind tends to wander, so some soft
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a book, I've got a fairly detailed outline on my head. On starting a new
chapter, however, I do sit down and jot down a few notes, but other than that I
just write it as I go. I've often wondered what different routes certain
scenes, (or the entire story for that matter) might have taken if I'd simply
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for this. I didn't want to publish a story with even a single error in it, and
I (along with my wonderful family and friends) spent many long hours going over
it with a virtual microscope to make sure this didn't happen. I'm sure a
there's a mistake or two buried somewhere in there still, but if there is, I
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for me. I was completely on the fence about whether to self-publish or go the
traditional route, when I happened upon a contest whose top prize was
a publishing package through a POD publisher. I entered The Scrolls
of Xavier right away, and wound up winning first place. With the prize in hand,
I decided to go ahead and self-publish, and I must say that I have no regrets.</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 8.5pt;">To create my covers, I hired an amazing designer
named Richard Green. From start to finish it was great, and very hands
on--something that I came to love. He took my concept and expanded on it
wonderfully, sending proofs of every small change to make sure I was still
pleased. This involvement is something that list very high on reasons to
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that's simply the best thing to do. Nothing promotes you better than a new
book, and obviously, nothing makes your readers happier either. This has been
an incredible journey thus far, and most excitingly, I have a feeling that it's
merely begun. The idea of the books I still have in my head one day making into
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Review: DRAGON KEEPER by Robin Hobb

4 of 5 stars


Robin Hobb is one of my favorite authors and I was delighted when I saw she had a new series out especially books about dragons. In "Dragon Keeper" we are introduced to a new batch of dragons, but they're not exactly right or even healthy. They can't fly nor can they hunt on their own. When the humans tire of trying to feed and care for the dragons, a plan is hatched to send the dragons on a journey to their home--the mystical city, Kelsingra. A misfit band of teenagers including Thymarra, a wealthy Bingtown Traders wife, Alise Kincarron who is an scholar on dragons and a crusty river boat captain take on the quest to escort the dragons home. The beginning of the book is a bit confusing as all of the characters are introduced, but after that the book flows along. 



The author does a great job of fleshing out the characters--their hopes and dreams, their heartache and loneliness and even the dragons begin to take on personalities of their own. The one criticism that I have is that Book 1 does not resolve any of the major conflicts in the story, but is more of a setup for the other 2 books. I'm happy that the other books in the series are already published and I'm eager to see what happens next in this series. 

Book Tour Blast: GROUNDED by G.P. Ching

 

Grounded
"All my life I've worked to be simple, but I can't pretend anymore. Nothing about me is simple."

In the year 2050, a secret government study nicknamed Operation Source Code injects eight volunteers with a retrovirus. The goal? To abate the energy crisis by reprogramming human DNA to power personal electronic devices. The experiment works but with disastrous consequences.

Seventeen years later, Lydia Troyer is far from concerned with the energy crisis. Growing up in the isolated community of Hemlock Hollow, life hasn't changed much since 1698 when her Amish ancestors came to America. She milks her cow by hand, makes fresh bread every morning, and hopes to be courted by Jeremiah, the boy who's been her best friend since she could walk.

But when Lydia's father has a stroke and is taken to the outside world for medical treatment, Lydia and Jeremiah leave Hemlock Hollow. An ordinary light switch thrusts Lydia into a new world where energy is a coveted commodity and her own personal history makes her the most sought-after weapon on the planet.

 



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About Author G.P. Ching
G.P Ching is the author of The Soulkeepers Series, The Grounded Trilogy, and a variety of short fiction. She specializes in cross-genre paranormal stories, loves old cemeteries, and enjoys a good ghost tour. She lives in central Illinois with her husband, two children, and one very demanding guinea pig. Learn more about G.P. at http://www.gpching.com and more about The Soulkeepers Series at http://www.thesoulkeepersseries.com. 





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 "I am seriously impressed with how the author took the simplistic Amish life and combined it with a futuristic, almost dystopian story line as seamlessly as she did. I highly recommend it." Crafty Cauldron

 



"I am also a sucker for Amish stories, and love the idea of the new paranormal/supernatural/dystopian twists using them. This book is electric. You are pulled into Lydia's story and keep on reading, trying to find out what happens next.I tried to figure out what I would do if I were in her situation. I am impressed by the strength she is able to find within herself." Andi's Young Adult blog

 



"I never know what to think when I start reading a book by a new author. But this one was electrifying!!! his book had me on the edge of my seat all the way to the last page. " Taking Time for Mommy

 



"It begins with the perfect bang, and lights up your mind in ways you may not have thought. As much as it is dystopian it is speculative, and I am all for challenging the minds of the human race." Literary Sweet

 



"The characters were so well written that I felt like I knew them. Lydia stayed true to who she was and her personality even when she had to make decisions that were not at all what an Amish would have ever imagine anyone would have to make." Delphina Reads too Much
 



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Book II of The God Wars Trilogy



Narrowly escaping death at the hands of the mad god of death, Conn and his companions have arrived at the court of king Manannan, but safety is scarce even in this blessed realm. Forced to return once more to the mortal world, Conn must struggle to unravel the dark god’s plot amidst a land plunged into chaos and war.



Faced with enemies on all sides, he must join in an uneasy alliance with the few who stand against the tide of madness. He finds new allies and delves deeper into Cernunnos’ machinations, but will it be enough? The gods play the long game, and Conn’s time is running out.



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help indie authors publish their books. Early on, though, I found authors were
mostly talking to authors. For all of us the challenge wasn’t writing, it was
figuring out where we fit into this new publishing paradigm. How would we get
noticed? Who would read our books? Would our work be considered lesser because
we published independently? The answers, initially, were not in the author’s
favor.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It was when I read an
article about Smashwords, a digital publishing house run by Mark Coker, that I
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He believes that everyone should have the opportunity to publish their book if
they have the courage to write it. The last few years have seen Smashwords grow
to a major force in a vital and ever-changing, industry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Recently, though, an even more
encouraging and exciting layer was added to the indie experience. Apple
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space in brick and mortar stores. I was thrilled that Hostile Witness was
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change in the psyche of the industry.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> 
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A Treat for my Readers: COLLAPSE by Richard Stephenson

 

Collapse
What would it take for the United States to fall from within? In a not too
distant future, America is put to the test. With the American people deep
in The Second Great Depression and two of the most powerful hurricanes on
record to contend with, the United States is in no condition to deal with
hidden terrorists on its soil, maniacal politicians, and the most
formidable military threat the world has seen since the Third Reich.

This is the story of three men from three very different walks of life:
Howard Beck, the world's richest man, also diagnosed with Asperger's
Syndrome; Richard Dupree, ex-Navy SEAL turned escaped convict; and Maxwell
Harris, a crippled, burned-out chief of police of a small Texas town. At
first, they must overcome their own struggles and fight for their survival
against impossible odds. In the end, the unlikely trio must band together
to save their beloved country from COLLAPSE.

Empires topple. Nations crumble. Civilization is fragile. In 2027, America
will fall. 




About Author Richard Stephenson:
Richard Stephenson was born in 1975 in Denison, TX and spent his childhood
in North Texas. In 1992, he graduated high school after only three years.
He then pursued his degree at Oklahoma Christian University, once again
accomplishing the task in three years. Richard then married his best
friend before going off to basic training to be a military policeman with
the US Army. With his new wife joining the adventure, they spent the next
four years at Fort Polk, LA and had two children.

Just before his son turned five, Richard and his wife were told that their
oldest child had Asperger's Syndrome. Nine years later, Richard's son
would become the inspiration for the character of Howard Beck.

After leaving the armed forces, Richard continued his law enforcement
career in the federal sector and has been with the Department of Justice
for twelve years. 



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Feb 21 & Feb 22.

Interview with Lataeya Lane

Can
you give a brief overview of your latest book? Is it part of a series?

Currently I am working on the second book in the
Chronicles of the Celestial series. I am in the process of possibly making some
changes to the title but the second book continues Sydney's journey to save the
Earthly Realm from a great evil. Sydney is getting the hang of using her
abilities and embracing her magical birthright. More secrets of her past are
revealed as she travels throughout the dimensions to search for a magical being
that is wanted within the supernatural world.




Do
you have a favorite character?

My favorite character has to be Sydney London. She is
beautiful, real loving, strong, resilient and complex at times. Despite the
fact that she is a powerful member of the magical community, she is
compassionate, relatable and humorous. She is open, embraces her feelings and
speaks her mind.




What
factors influenced your decision to self-publish your books(s)?

The most important factor that influenced my decision to
self-publish is having creative control. With creative control I have the
ability to control every aspect of the publishing process.




What
is your writing process? Do you listen to music or do you like silence?

My writing process is pretty random. Every time I have the
opportunity I write, but it all starts with jotting down a few ideas. I write my
books in notebooks first, and then I type them into a document in my laptop. I
do not listen to music, I usually have the television on low. It’s easy for me
to write with the TV on because when I am writing I am transformed into the
characters and worlds I create.  I am
not easily distracted.




What
have you learned during your self-publishing journey?

The
self-publishing journey really has been a literary journey. There are so many
aspects of the publishing world that I have been exposed to and other aspects I
have yet discover. What I can say about the industry is that it is a consistent
process of learning. The industry and process is very detailed and as a
self-publisher you must learn to be flexible, patient, and professional.

Besides
Amazon are there any other sites where your books are for sale?

My books are
also available at Barnes&Noble and Smashwords. There are multiple eBook
formats of Swept into the Darkness.

Do
you find it difficult to juggle your time between marketing your current book
and writing your next book?

It is extremely
difficult to balance my time between marketing Swept into the Darkness and
writing the other books in the series. I spend a little time everyday on
everything. I am a really good time manager so as of now things are falling
into place nicely. Book two in the series is complete. I am typing it on the
laptop and book three is currently being handwritten. I am writing the final
chapters.

Do
you outline your story or go where the story takes you?

I use a combination of both. Usually I just go with the
flow of where the story takes me but there are times that other ideas about
characters and events come into my head. When I am inspired I outline those
ideas.




Besides
writing to you have any other passions?

I have many passions, I love to paint, draw, read, watch
movies, and eat different foods. Experiencing a variety of elements of
creativity is my passion.




What's
next for you?

There are a few
things I have lined up for the near future. I will be starting my own publishing
company. I also will begin a new book series. I already have the name for my
company and the title of the first book in my post apocalyptic fantasy, which I
cannot disclose for copyright reasons. PR announcements will be made at the
appropriate times.

Blog Tour: THE APPLE GROVE GANG Series by Hamilton C Burger

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Series: The Apple Grove Gang


by Hamilton C. Burger


Follow @HamiltonCBurger





http://hamiltoncburger.com/




(Book covers link to Amazon)








Book 1

NO EXIT








Benny Churchill and Bug Beetle are off and running on the last day of school. They are ready for a great summer of fun with the Apple Grove Gang. Instead, they learn a lesson in politics. When the Apple Grove Community Center is closed, the Gang finds out just how hard it is to fight city hall. Finally, when their backs are against the wall, and they find out that there is no exit, the real fun and excitement begin.











Book 2

GOLD FEVER








It’s the dog days of summer and Benny Churchill and Bug Beetle are back and still running! The Apple Grove Gang has caught gold fever, and they find that it’s too hard to bear. When they try locate the cure, things don't go as expected and not everything pans out. Only an earth shaking experience will lead them to the depths necessary to cure GOLD FEVER.











Book 3

AMAZING JOURNEY








The Apple Grove Gang's biggest adventure yet! Faced with a problem of historical proportions, 'The Gang' turns back the hands of time, in an effort to solve it. Join Bug, Benny and the others in this fun, action packed adventure, sure to have you turning the pages.











Author Bio








Always a reader, I inhaled books during my days of extensive world travel. Before the Nook and Kindle, even before laptops became the norm, I would pack six or eight paperbacks for an extended trip.




I had never, ever considered writing until I contacted an author about a fabulous book of theirs. It was suggested that I should try my hand writing. Here I am! I can never thank this person enough for the joy I recieve from writing.




I have been married 32 years. My wife and I have two beautiful daughters, Katie and Maddie.




Besides writing, I love to cook, travel and drive my Corvette. I have a dog and two cats.














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Blog Tour Blast: PLAYER by Laura DeLuca

 

Player
Joshua Hanover had it all. He was handsome, rich, athletic, and had always been popular with the ladies. Yet, until he gets paired up with his beautiful but shy lab partner, Rosa, he never allowed himself to fall in love. As the chemistry between them grows, Josh realizes that his player days have come to end. But it seems his change of heart has come too late. Not only is Rosa leery of his bad boy reputation, he has four vindictive ex-girlfriends who are on a rampage. At first he doesn’t take their threats seriously, but then his tires are slashed, someone tries to poison him, and one of the girls turns up dead. Josh doesn’t know who to trust, but one thing is certain. It definitely isn’t worth the price he’s paying to be a player.

  



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Laura “Luna” DeLuca lives at the beautiful Jersey shore with her husband and four children. She loves
writing in the young adult genre because it keeps her young at heart. In addition to writing fiction, Laura
is also the sole author of a popular review blog called New Age Mama. She is an active member of her
local pagan community, and has been studying Wicca for close to eight years. Her current works include
Destiny, Destiny Unveiled, Phantom, Morrigan and Player.

  



February 19- Blast 

 February 20 -

1. http://mommyreadstoomuch.com  2. http://nikita-mattes.blogspot.com 

 February 21-

1. http://livingatthewhiteheadszoo.blogspot.com

2. http://takingtimeformommy.com 

February 22 -

1. Jennifer http://simplyathomemom.com/

2. Interview http://ereadingonthecheap.com 

 February 25 -

1. Review: http://andisyoungadult.blogspot.com

2. Review: http://mamasgotflair.com 

February 26-

1.Review: http://www.craftymomof3.com

2. Guest Post - http://mamivalsbooks.blogspot.com 

February 27 -

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2. Excerpt: http://museunleashed.com/ 



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