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Downeyoshun

A not-always-sentimental vacation to the ’50s, ’60s, ‘and
’70s. Bring your swimsuit.

Downeyoshun

by Art Young

Genre: Recent Historical Family Fiction

Sally Osterhoff is a
genius. When she grows up, she wants to be a mathematician, a teacher, and a
carpenter; and she plans to swim in the 1968 and 1972 Olympics. 

 

Her mother has other ideas, and will emotionally and
physically abuse Sally to fit them. After all, she only wants what is best for
her child. But between her father trying his best, the family next door who
practically adopts her, and her Aunt & Uncle down in Ocean City where she
spends her summers, Sally just might have the support and love she needs to
make all of her dreams come true.

Set against the backdrop of the Civil Rights struggles, the
Vietnam War, and the early Feminist movement, the story explores the power of
found family, and how unconditional love can come from the least expected
places. Downeyoshun is a not-always-sentimental vacation to the ’50s, ’60s, and
’70s. Bring your swimsuit.

Praise about
the book:

“Arthur Young will introduce you to a special world, East
Baltimore, and its vacation spot, Ocean City, with his
warm Downeyoshun.  Not that life is perfect – not all mothers are
kind, and the VietNam war casts a shadow. But you’ll feel as if you’ve met new
friends as you follow his characters through the challenges of growing up. In
his skillful telling, the fabric of a family and a neighborhood comes to life.
You may even find yourself becoming a Baltimore Hon!”

–Pamela Zerba, Contributor  Atheists
in America , Writer, Creative York Contest Winner

 

“Be prepared to fall in love with one of the most
endearing literary characters of the century thus far. Ultimately, this is a
book about family, the one you’re stuck with and the one you make. By the end,
Sally will feel like part of yours. You will thoroughly enjoy your trip
Downeyoshun.”

-Robert Akridge, Writer

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Art Young is a Baltimore-born U.S. Navy / Vietnam / Agent
Orange veteran and cancer survivor. He was once a carny in a traveling gadget
show, and has worked as a fire-extinguishing-system installer and serviceman, a
brewery’s route delivery salesman, flexographic press operator, licensed
boiler-plant engineer, and a storyteller. He much prefers the last.

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Shadowed Skies

His mountain
solitude shattered.

Her lab prison escaped.

Together they’ll find refuge or die
trying.

Shadowed Skies

by Haley Cavanagh

Genre: YA Clean
Dystopian SciFi Fantasy Romance

Hunted for
their blood. Fighting for their future.

River

He’s the last of his kind, a winged warrior
hidden in the mountains. River Shaw has lost everything: his sanctuary, the
only shield from a world that fears and hunts him. When Delene, another of his
kind, crash-lands into his life, wounded and on the run, his solitude is
shattered.

Delene

She’s a fugitive
with a secret, escaping the clutches of dark forces that took everything from
her. Delene Fairborne’s flight to freedom leads her to River and the spark of a
bond neither can deny.

In a landscape
scarred by betrayal and danger, River and Delene must navigate their growing
feelings and the sinister scientist who will stop at nothing to harness their
power. Shadowed Skies is where love takes wing, hope soars, and destiny
entwines. Dive into a world where every heartbeat is a rebellion, every glance
a promise, and every flight a taste of freedom.

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Haley Cavanagh is
a military veteran, wife, and mother. She was awarded the League of Utah
Writers 2020 Silver Quill Award for Retaliation, the second novel in her
Oceanstone Initiative series. Haley is an alumna of Columbia College, a musical
theater nut, and she loves to dive into any book that crosses her path. Haley
resides with her family in the United States and enjoys spending time with her
husband and children when she’s not writing. She loves to hear from her readers
and encourages you to contact her via her website and social media.

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THE MATRIARCH MESSIAH

THE MATRIARCH MESSIAH
Maxime Trencavel
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GENRE: SciFi
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BLURB:

Zara Khatum, a woman haunted by ancient visions, finds herself drawn deeper into the heart of a perilous quest. Guided by a mysterious voice, she seeks to fulfill an ancient prophecy and find the cavern of blue light – a sanctuary rumored to hold the key to saving humanity. But the path to salvation is fraught with danger, and Zara is torn between her destiny and her heart.

A shadowy organization, known as NiQihs, seeks to exploit the power of the legendary black object, the source of Zara’s visions, for their own sinister ends. They are not alone. The world’s superpowers, driven by greed and ambition, race to control the artifact, threatening to unleash unimaginable devastation.

Joining Zara in this dangerous pursuit is Rachel Capsali, a brilliant Israeli archaeologist driven by a personal quest to uncover evidence of Asherah, a forgotten goddess who held a pivotal place in ancient Israelite faith. Unbeknownst to them, both women are bound by a shared destiny – a prophecy foretelling the cavern of blue light and a final, heartbreaking truth: two women will fight to the death, and only one will save us all.

Adding to the complexity, a passionate triangle forms as Rachel vies for Peter Gollinger’s affection, a man deeply entangled in the ancient mystery. Zara, torn between fulfilling her destiny and her own feelings for Peter, finds herself caught in a web of conflicting desires.

As Zara and Rachel navigate a treacherous landscape of hidden agendas, betrayal, and relentless pursuit, their rivalry for Peter’s affections intensifies. Can love survive the forces that threaten to tear them apart? Will the quest for salvation lead to a heart-wrenching sacrifice?

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EXCERPT:

Another dewdrop hits her nose. But this time, she does not wipe it off as it mingles with the drops from her eyes while she searches inside for the strength to remember that which remains unresolved in her life, with her family, with her destiny. Is he really the one? Should she reveal what should only be revealed to the one man who will bring her to her destiny?

A purse of her lips and she finally says, “Sara, my great-grandmother, she was our link to the wisdom of generations of spiritually inspired women before her.”

Still facing away from Peter, she says, “Sara liked you. She saw something in you when she first met you at that first dinner at her ancestral house when we were staging for our mission to retrieve the object.”

Turning back to him, she says, “Sara said to my grandmother Roza, her daughter, that you harbor the same light her husband, a Sufi imam, my great-grandfather, had within him when they first met.”

She points to his eyes. Blue ones which naturally go with his once-blond and now-sandy-brown hair. “Sara said the light is blue. The light we should seek is blue. The world thinks the light is white. But the one we seek, we yearn for, we die for, is blue. She so feared dying before she could find the blue light. For in the blue light, we shall return”, she said.

Peter, who knows so much trivia because he is an editor of all sorts of topics, papers, and books, is speechless until he finally mutters, “Blue? Where did that come from? I’m not getting the connection to the mystery of the ancient matriarch we solved.”

“As you had with your grandfather, your pappy, who entrusted you with an ancient family oral tradition, passed from mouth to mouth, from generation to generation, as far back in time as that temple, the world’s oldest temple, which our follies led to be destroyed, so there is a line of similar wisdom passed down in my family line. But through the women. Mother to daughter and to granddaughter.”

AUTHOR Bio and Links:

Maxime has been scribbling stories since grade school, from adventure epics to morality plays. Blessed with living in multicultural pluralistic settings and having earned degrees in science and marketing, Maxime has worked in business and sports, traveling to countries across five continents and learning about cultures, traditions, and the importance of tolerance and understanding. Maxime’s second novel, The Matriarch Messiah, was conceived, outlined, written, and edited in different locations in Belgium, including the Turkish and Kurdish neighborhoods of Brussels, in various islands of the Caribbean, in Colombia, in Madrid, Malaga, Mallorca, Spain, London, UK, and on the two coasts of the United States.

Book and author website: https://tailofthebird.com/
Author Blog: https://tailofthebird.com/blog
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https://books.google.com/books/about/The_Matriarch_Messiah.html?id=I_9LEQAAQBAJ

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Q & A With …

If you could hang out with one famous person for one day, who would it be and why?
Mylène Farmer. She is a famous redheaded French singer, songwriter, and actress known for her
enigmatic persona, dark and atmospheric music, and visually stunning performances. Most of all, she is
the most successful recording artist of all time in France, with the record for most number one hit singles.
I wrote most of The Matriarch Matrix listening to a select soundtrack of her songs.
In the Matriarch Matrix, she is Father Jean-Paul Sobiros’ only visual vice. His fascination with her artistry,
but as the book progresses, we find she is a surrogate for his forbidden love of a redheaded Sister
Magali.

While very overt on stage, Mylène Farmer is a very private person, granting very few media interviews. To
spend time with her would be a rarity. As such, the day’s conversation would focus on genuine curiosity
about her artistry and creative process, rather than intrusive questions about her personal life. But I would
like to know about her choice of a monkey as her pet.

What’s the story behind your latest book?
Whereas The Matriarch Matrix focused upon a mythology passed down through patriarchal lineage, The
Matriarch Messiah gives the matriarchal legends equal billing. The legend of the cavern of the blue light is
passed down from grandmother to granddaughter. Never to be told to a man unless absolutely needed to help find their way or their descendants way back to the cavern.

But the mythology has a darker side. Two women will fight to the death so that one can save us all. In this
pursuit, Zara, the main protagonist from the first book is hailed as the next great prophetess—the next
messiah. To counter her “false messianic claim, Rachel is tasked by her sponsors to stop Zara at all
costs. Mixed between them is Zara’s paramour from the first book and a delightful love triangle tumbles
about.

At its heart, The Matriarch Messiah is a parable for how our modern society needs to strive better towards
mutual understanding and find solutions to the forces of nature, forces of people which threaten our
extinction.

What advice do you have for other writers who want to get the word out about their latest book?
Posting in book blogs like this had been effective for The Matriarch Matrix, so we’re on tour once again.
The results of dozens upon dozens of blogs fills any Google search for you as an author and your
published titles—a goal I learned early on from book marketing experts.

The next way I see many aspiring authors seek exposure is to attend, speak, sell books at these writer
conferences. In fact, I recently attended one where the guest speaker said speaking was how she
developed her fame and exposure for her books. What’s not to like about best-selling, award-winning?
Another method they talked about, but I am not in the position to do, is author signings at local
bookstores. Several authors at the conference had done this locally with good response.

Launching a wide-ranging social media campaign is only for those with deep, deep pockets with long-term goals.

List 5 things on your bucket list.
1. Traveling to country number 31 to 35
2. Publish without bankruptcy five more books, at least
3. Help solve a major social issue, well at least be a participant in the solution
4. Live long enough to be a wonderful grandparent to our daughters’ children
5. Help someone else meet or achieve one of their bucket list

The Fourth Kinetic

X-Men meets Raising Dion!

The Fourth Kinetic

Clairvoyants Book 1

by Brady Moore

Genre: YA Fantasy

In this world, there are four strains of clairvoyants:
Kinetics who can move objects with their minds, Prophets who have involuntary
visions of the future, Readers who can delve into the innermost thoughts of
others in an instant, and Aural who can transfer their consciousness to control
the bodies of others.

At just 17 years old, Rion Grean is a Kinetic with no knowledge that he is not
alone in his abilities. His protective mother had kept them constantly moving,
even going as far as refusing to tell Rion about his father whom he never met.
However, when an accident separates them, Rion finds himself being pursued by a
covert militaristic force that sees his kind as dangerous anomalies in society.
Suddenly thrust into a world filled with different factions of Clairvoyants,
Rion must navigate through alliances and betrayals to determine who he can
trust.

Despite his natural talents and intelligence, Rion has always struggled to make
friends and find purpose in life due to his sheltered upbringing. But as he
faces challenges outside of his comfort zone, he learns the true meaning of
friendship and family. This is not a typical story of good versus evil; it is a
deeply personal journey of self-discovery and the struggle to coexist in a
society that fears what it cannot understand.

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Brady Moore was born and raised in Charlotte, North
Carolina. He began writing stories and drawing his own comic books at the age
of ten and never looked back. After graduating high school he attended the
University of North Carolina at Greensboro. In December of 2010, he graduated
with a Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies. Heavily influenced by film and
television, his writing includes elements from multiple genres and multimedia
styles. He currently resides in Charlotte, NC where he enjoys writing everything
from poetry to movie scripts. His ultimate goal is to see one of his works
adapted for the screen.

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The Deliverers

Tales of adventure, friendship, self-confidence and teamwork
for all ages.

Sharky and the Jewel

The Deliverers Book 1

by Gregory S. Slomba

Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy Adventure

WINNER of the Golden
Wizard Children’s Book Award 2024!
NOMINATED for The Book of the Year Award
2024 in the Ages 8+ Category.

A world is in trouble, who can save
it?

Certainly not Eric Scott, a 12 year old boy coming to grips with his own
personal tragedy. But that’s exactly what Stig, an owl from another world, asks
him to do. Together, they are sent to deliver Calendria, a small fishing
village, from Sharky, an immortal pirate captain that has enslaved them. But
defeating Sharky and his band of bloodthirsty pirates will be no easy task.

When they arrive, Eric and Stig meet Kate Endria, who is convinced that they
are the Deliverers—heroes of an ancient prophecy who are destined to defeat
Sharky and his crew. Eric devises a plan that he hopes will work. Eric’s
confidence rises when they rescue Hallo Tosis, an outcast dwarf who gives them
the key to a powerful weapon. But it’s only after things start to go horribly
wrong that Eric and Stig discover the true object of their mission.

THE GOLDEN WIZARD BOOK PRIZE REVIEW
2024:

This book is truly a masterpiece, showcasing the author’s incredible talent on
every single page. Slomba’s writing style…blurs the boundaries between fiction
and reality, immersing readers completely in the story.

The protagonist, Eric, is exceptionally well-crafted. As the plot unfolds, we
witness his remarkable journey of self-discovery, gradually uncovering his
inner strength and determination. This evolution of the character adds depth
and relatability to the narrative, allowing readers to form a personal
connection…and reminding us of our own untapped potential.

What else sets this astounding literary piece apart is its ability to resonate
with a wide range of readers. It surpasses age boundaries, entrancing not only
younger readers but also adults who will find themselves completely absorbed in
its pages. The allure of this book is undeniable, and personally, I found it to
be an absolute delight to read. I am eagerly looking forward to the next
installment in the series, excited to continue the journey.

– Louise Jane, CEO The Golden Wizard Book Prize

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Order of the Crystal
Lion

The Deliverers Book 2

“The Deliverers: Order of the Crystal Lion proved to
be even better than the first book in the series (which I loved) and left me
wanting the next book right away! The action was non-stop and the creative
elements made the story come alive. The story was full of surprises and is an
adventure you don’t want to miss!”~Stephanie Robinson, co-author of The
Secret DMS Files of Fairday Morrow

“The writing in this book is so descriptive…Every page is a fabulous
adventure filled with action. Just when you think the conflict is over and you
can finally breathe a sigh of relief – wham! – a new unexpected twist
appears.”~Karen Pokras Toz, author of the award-winning Nate Rocks series.

Who will fight–for the Order, for freedom? For centuries, the Vynistri have
been splicing lion DNA to the genes of their servants, the Chazum, using a
device called the Machine. Now an army of Chazum and sympathetic Vynistri are
waging a bloody civil war to overthrow the Vynistri’s evil ruler, Chancellor
Trelango. In their latest Assignment, the Deliverers–Eric Scott, Stig the owl,
Kate Endria and Hallo Tosis the dwarf–are charged with putting an end to the
fighting and restoring balance to the world. Aided by a secret society called
the Order of the Crystal Lion, Eric and the rest of the Deliverers must
overcome tragedy and loss to fight for freedom and equality. Spurring them on
is the Order’s belief that the long awaited Crystal Lion has arrived to deliver
the world. Is it true, or will Trelango destroy them all?

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The Golden Dragon of
Ang

The Deliverers Book 3

 

“From the mouth thou shalt hear
The wisdom of far off lands.
The way to truth is clear
Head, then heart, then hands.
Lastly, tail will point the way
To the world’s end.
Then gold shall have its say
And foretell the doom of men.”

With his dying breath, so spoke the last Dragon’s Voice. Now, with no successor
to impart the wisdom of the mythical Golden Dragon of Ang and children between
the ages of 12 and 15 mysteriously disappearing, the Dragon Islands have been
turned upside down. It is up to the Deliverers—Eric Scott, Stig the owl, Kate
Endria and Hallo Tosis the dwarf—to unravel the clues they hope will lead to
the missing children and the new Dragon’s Voice. Meanwhile, the Fang, leader of
the renegade Denchi Assassins, has harnessed the unearthly powers of the
sparkling mist and is attempting to tip the balance of power in the Islands,
and perhaps shred the very fabric of the universe itself. Will the new Dragon’s
Voice be revealed, or has the Golden Dragon of Ang abandoned the Islands to the
Fang and the sparkling mist?

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Sparkling Mist of
Time

The Deliverers Book 4

 

You can’t change
the past—can you?

That’s what Eric Scott always thought. But that was back before he learned
about the Hallway of Worlds and the sparkling mist. Now, after three
Assignments to save other worlds, he’s not so sure. When the Gatekeeper tells
him someone might be using the mist—matter from failed worlds—to change the
past on Eric’s world, possibility becomes probability.

In their fourth and final Assignment, the Deliverers—Eric Scott, Stig the owl,
Kate Endria, and Hallo Tosis the dwarf—face a challenge like no other. They
must prevent the worlds they have helped on their previous Assignments from
being wiped out. They are sent back in time to the American Revolution to stop
an unknown foe from using the sparkling mist to change history. Worlds, the
Hallway and the universe as we know it, hang in the balance. Will the
Deliverers be able to contain the sparkling mist once and for all, or will
everything they have achieved so far be annihilated?

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Gregory S. Slomba is an instructional designer, former
editor, and the author of the award-winning Deliverers Series. He studied
English at the University of Dayton, then worked as a banker for 20 years. He
also spent four years as an editor and writer for a national trade magazine,
giving him an opportunity to sharpen his writing and editing skills. Along the
way, he was able to visit some fun places such as Bermuda, Spain, China, and
over 60% of the U.S. states. He currently designs, writes, and delivers
training courses for bankers.

Reading fantasy and science fiction has always sparked his
imagination. Inspiring the imaginations of young readers through his writing is
what drives him.

Greg lives in Connecticut with his wife, Stephanie and his
two grown children, a golden retriever, and four cats.

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Dragonslayer

The discovery of a sword confirms the Gods are once again
readying for war, forcing their chosen heroine to decide between loyalty or
betrayal and face daemons of her making.

The Bard

Dragonslayer Book One

by Jules Cory

Genre: Epic Fantasy Adventure, Swords and Sorcery

A thrilling fantasy
novel of magic and ancient pagan beliefs.
The first volume in an epic trilogy set in a land of dragons and sorcery.
Character-led fiction which explores the bonds of friendship and how they can
be broken.

The discovery of a sword that had been lost for generations confirms that the
Gods are readying for war once again. The sword holds the secrets to powers
thought lost forever. It heralds the return of a Dragonslayer, capable of
protecting humankind from the wrath of the ancient deities. But there is a
problem. The sword-bearer is a seven year old girl.

Tallen learns quickly how to negotiate the politics of the royal court as she
tries to find a place for herself in the capital city. She discovers a talent
for being invisible in crowded places. Infiltrating restricted areas. And
stealing precious items. But when her skills are commandeered by the King, she
finds herself in a world of magick where her latent talents are being fought
over. Unaware of her magickal ancestry, she is unprepared for the secret plots
to control her and her powers. Schemes, by both friend and foe, that send her
into danger.

The discovery of the Empathy Crystal forces Tallen to confront her ancient
blood-line and the powers lying within her. She finds herself caught in the
middle as the fault-line between the old pantheon of Gods and the new
monotheistic religion cracks open. The war between neighbouring kingdoms covers
the underlying battle for the power locked within the land they are fighting
over. And the souls of the people living there.

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The Seer

Dragonslayer Book Two

After leaving the royal court, Tallen finds herself drawn
back to the politics of a kingdom increasingly beset by war. The return of her
father’s sword comes at the price of reclaiming her heritage as a Dragonslayer,
while the stakes for both her personal and her prince’s freedom are becoming
increasing costly.

Sent on a covert mission from her king, Tallen travels to obtain information
regarding the stolen Empathy Crystal. However, Tallen soon discovers that there
are other plans for her that involve her bloodline and her claim to a
potentially lethal weapon. The journey becomes increasingly dangerous as others
scheme to control the destructive potential of her Dragonslayer ancestry,
resulting in battles with pirates and northern raiders. Her personal enemy,
Villermir, is also never far from causing trouble as he learns to control the
Empathy Crystal, harnessing its devastating force to crush her.

While the monotheistic patriarchy of Baila extends its tendrils into the souls
of new believers, daemons and the old Gods start to take a more active role in
the lives of men. Tallen finds wonders and miracles hidden in her Empathy
bloodline, and a strength and resilience in her Dragonslayer blood. But dark
shadows are now gathering that will require further exploration of her magical
inheritance.

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The Druid

Dragonslayer Book Three

Faulknar is losing the war against Lindvane, with Gallowgla
and Hilman joining the fight against the kingdom. Villermir has gained mastery
of the Empathy Crystal and is using it to corrupt and despoil the land.
Monsters that the Dragonslayer and her dragon were created to destroy have
returned to rampage across the Three Kingdoms.

Having been exiled from Faulknar as a traitor, Tallen tries
to hide from her responsibilities and recover from the betrayal of those she
trusted. The events within the Three Kingdoms, however, will force her to
return to those she rejected and the kingdom she turned her back on. As her
powers grow, dark forces swirl around her to claim those powers for themselves
with enemies from her past, as well as her Goddess, seeking to use her to
realise their own ambitions.

Tallen must learn to trust those who would help her and
embrace her powers, knowing her greatest challenge may come from the darkness
that lies within herself.

The Druid brings Tallen’s story to a violent
conclusion, forcing her to face her fears as she fights to protect those she
loves.

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As a veterinary nurse, Jules has often eased the stresses of
her canine and feline patients with stories of myth and magic, wizards and
dragons. She had published chapters in academic textbooks and professional
journals, but has traded the scientific formula and Harvard referencing for the
creative freedom of writing fantasy novels.

The Dragonslayer series follows Tallen as she discovers what
it means to be a Dragonslayer, pawn of her king and the Gods, having to
navigate between friendship and betrayal, power and corruption, life and death.

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Stone of Doubt

In the absence of doubt, only faith is found.

Stone of Doubt

Stones of Iona Book 5

by Margaret Izard

Genre: Time Travel, Paranormal Romance

A human with
Fae powers living like an oddball has its ups and downs until Evie MacDougall’s
dream Fae boy pops back into her life after she thought another was “the one.”
One dark and devilish, the other her long-lost love. Evil forces trap her for a
magic Fae stone, but which man can she trust?

As a teen prophesied to be Fae king, Aodhán viewed the girl of his dreams
through an Eye of Ra. Once, he risked all to help Evie MacDougall find a magic
Fae stone, only to end up imprisoned. Kept from his true love for years, he
finds her at risk from an evil Fae hunting a magic stone.

Is a single vow strong enough to save true love, to save the human and Fae
realms?

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**Don’t miss the other books in the
series!**

Previous books in the series, Stone
of Love, book 1, Brielle and Colin’s 18th century Scottish
story. Stone of Fear, Book 2,
Marie and John’s 13th century Scottish story. Stone of Lust, Book 3, Ainslie and Rannick’s Viking tale. Thistle in the Mistletoe
featuring a couple in the past from Stone of Love.

Next in the series:  Holly
and Ivy, a Christmas companion book. Stone of Faith, book 6. Stone of Destiny, book 7. Evergreen Evermore, a Christmas companion book.

This series leads into another connected series, Dragons of Tantallon, a dragon-shapeshifter series revolving around
the magic Iona Stones.

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Margaret Izard is a multi-award-winning author of
historical fantasy and paranormal romance novels. She spent her early years
through college to adulthood dedicated to dance, theater, and performing. Over
the years, she developed a love for great storytelling in different mediums.
She does not waste a good story, be it movement, the spoken, or the written
word. She discovered historical romance novels in middle school, which combined
her passion for romance, drama, and fantasy. She writes exciting plot lines,
steamy love scenes and always falls for a strong male with a soft heart. She
lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband and adult triplets and loves to hear
from readers.

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Tickled to Death

She’s got the whip, he’s got the cuffs—

solving murders has
never been this kinky

… or this complicated.

Tickled to Death

A Domme Mom Murder Mystery Book 1

by Laura DeLuca

Genre: Murder Mystery, Erotic Comedy

Crime was yesterday’s kink… until it came crawling back.

Former paralegal Rhonda Campbell left the law behind when
she swapped legal pads for latex. Now, as Mistress Kali, she runs the most
exclusive BDSM dungeon in Atlantic City, where pleasure pays the bills and
fantasy is always in play—until a longtime client is smothered with a French
tickler. Talk about a safe word fail.

Enter newly relocated Detective Jason Dee, fresh off the
gritty streets of Philly and itching for a real case—because so far, New
Jersey’s biggest offense seems to be overpriced cocktails. When he finally
lands a murder investigation, his prime suspect is a whip-smart, leather-clad
domme who’s as infuriating as she is intriguing.

With a killer on the loose and tensions rising, Rhonda and
Jason must combine their expertise in sex and homicide to crack the case—before
another victim is tickled to death.

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Laura “Luna” DeLuca lives at the beautiful Jersey shore with
her four children and multiple cats. Her works include romantic thrillers,
paranormal fiction, contemporary romance, and young adult.

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Vengeful CONspiracies

Sadie encounters a nemesis from her past.

Is it coincidence
or is it something more sinister?

Book 2 reveals the truth!

Vengeful CONspiracies

A Sadie Sabatini Mystery Book 2

by Nicole Leiren

Genre: Cozy Mystery

Sadie is settling into her new life
in Wilson, Texas. She’s making friends and her business, Tesoro, is starting to
thrive. But the past is never far behind. When two former team members come for
a visit, they bring trouble in the form of a mutual enemy set on revenge
threatening to disrupt Sadie’s fresh start.

She can’t turn her
back on her team, though. They’ve been through too much together. The more
Sadie tries to help, the more she suspects she might be the target of the con
this time. With forces conspiring against her, the outcome of her
decisions, both past and present, weigh heavily and make her question the
choices she made leading to this point.

When their mutual
enemy is found dead, alliances are tested, and wits are matched as the race to
the truth reveals who can be trusted and who is running their final con.

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Murderous
CONsequences

A Sadie Sabatini Mystery Book 1

Sadie Sabatini thinks of herself
as a modern-day Robin Hood who uses her gift as a skilled con artist to help
those who have nowhere else to turn. Leading this life is rewarding, but the
number of enemies are piling up. Sadie decides to lay low and start over with a
new (and legitimate business) in the small town of Wilson, Texas, situated on a
small peninsula in beautiful Lake Amore.

Trouble is never far behind
though and her past catches up to her in a big way when a friend of a former
mark threatens blackmail for his silence. When he turns up dead and Sadie is
the prime suspect, she realizes this time she must protect herself. Her skills
prove helpful as she digs deeper into the web of revenge, blackmail, and
secrets to discover she’s not the only one with a past to hide.

As the threats mount, Sadie
knows she’s closing in on the truth. She now worries that the few new friends
she’s made in town are in danger because of her. With time running out, can she
protect those around her and find the real killer before this new chapter in
her life is conned out of a happy ending?

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Described by those who know her
best as perky, quirky and effervescent, USA Today Best-Selling author Nicole
Leiren likes to have fun — in life, with her characters and, of course, her
readers. She admits to being sassy (just ask her mother!) and inspiration for
her characters are drawn from the real-world heroes and heroines she meets
while traversing the country.

Nicole enjoys sharing the love,
laughter, mystery, and occasionally a touch of the mayhem she forces her
characters to endure—all for the reader’s pleasure! Her real-world heroes and
heroines will keep you turning the pages until you reach the whodunit or
happily ever after (usually both!)

 

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Their Mended Hearts

A second chance at love… if they’re brave enough to take it.

Their Mended Hearts

Cardinal Creek Book 2

by Angie Cole

Genre: Sweet Small-Town Contemporary Second-Chance Romance

He’s a firefighter
haunted by tragedy; she’s a nurse who never stopped loving him. Jon and Katie
find themselves drawn back together, bound by shared history and the promise of
healing and hope.

Jon Clemmons, a devoted firefighter, carries the heavy
burden of guilt from losing his sister in a tragic accident. His pain runs
deep, and he’s learned to keep others at a distance, afraid to let anyone see
his scars.

Katie Deluca, a compassionate nurse, and Jon’s first love,
has her own wounds, but she’s never stopped caring for him. When they’re
reunited at a family wedding, old sparks reignite, and with them, old hurts
that need mending.

As Jon and Katie draw closer, Jon’s troubled past, family
secrets, and a volatile temper threaten to unravel the bond between them.
Katie’s unwavering love gives him hope, but fears of reliving their painful
past linger.

Will they find
strength in each other to break free from the grip of old grief, or will their
love slip away once more?

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Their Shattered
Hearts

Cardinal Creek Book 1

He’s a firefighter
with a broken heart. She is a nurse with a hidden secret and a heart
that has been broken. Can love give
them the strength to heal?

Will Deluca, a firefighter and ranch owner, hides his pain
behind a rugged exterior. After the tragic loss of his wife, his days on the
Rockin’ D Ranch are filled with hard work, caring for his two children, and
carrying the heavy burden of unfulfilled promises. In the quiet hills of Texas,
his world feels as empty as the vast plains.

When Anna Samuels, a compassionate nurse with a heart for
healing, arrives in Cardinal Creek, she’s seeking a fresh start. Leaving behind
heartbreak, Anna’s journey brings her to the ranch, where Will’s piercing blue
eyes and quiet strength draw her in. Together, they find a spark of
hope—something neither thought they’d feel again.

As their connection deepens, Will dreams of honoring his
late wife’s wish to create a sanctuary for children with autism, blending his
cowboy roots with a mission of healing. But his lingering guilt threatens to
pull him back into darkness, jeopardizing their fragile bond.

Anna sees Will’s strength and kindness, but her secret—casts
doubt over their growing love. Will her secret be the ultimate test of their
love?

Set in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Their Shattered Hearts is
a heartfelt story of second chances, featuring relatable characters, small-town
charm, and the unyielding spirit of love. This western ranch romance will
captivate readers who adore cowboy romance books with emotional depth and a
loving MMC.

Will they find the
courage to confront their demons and embrace the love they both deserve or will
the ghosts of their pasts keep their hearts shattered forever?

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My journey as a romance author is deeply rooted in my
personal experiences of love, loss, and resilience. The profound impact of the
losses I have endured, including the passing of my grandparents and my parents,
has shaped my perspective on life and love.

My own love story is one of healing and finding joy after
heartache, and it mirrors the themes I explore in my novels.

As a survivor of grief and a believer in the power of love,
I channel my experiences into crafting stories that resonate with the
complexities and triumphs of the human heart. My writing is a testament to the
idea that love can emerge from the most unexpected places, offering hope and
healing. The one thing that can be learned from grief is that it’s a very
personal experience and isn’t the same for every person.

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