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October 27, 2024
The Revolution Series
World War III has
erupted on American soil.
Seventeen-year-old Jadzia’s life will never be the
same again.
Path of Redemption
The Revolution Series Book 2
by Heather Kreke
Genre: YA Christian Dystopian
In the last year, Jadzia Mills has survived war, the death of
her best friend, being almost beaten to death, and a cross-country journey to
reunite with her family.
Now she’s being hunted by the military she
abandoned. When almost captured, she faces a choice: continue to run or
surrender and face a court-martial with an unknown sentence. To protect her
family, she surrenders and is sentenced to a long prison term.
In prison she must face vicious inmates, brutal
guards, and unending hours of loneliness, all while dealing with the horrors of
her past.
Thanks to a favor from a sympathetic sergeant,
Jadzia is released early. But the world she knew has changed. A divide between
believers and nonbelievers is forming, and she must choose where she belongs.
With her family. Or the boy she loves?
Path of Totality
The Revolution Series Book 1
2023 Selah Award Winner in First Novel
2023 Selah Award Finalist in YA Fiction
World War III has erupted on American soil.
Seventeen-year-old Jadzia’s life will never be the same again.
As a mandatory draft takes effect, Jadzia finds herself on the front lines of
the war, torn apart from her family. But when her best friend is killed, Jadzia
is desperate to find her way back to them. She abandons her platoon and sets
out on her own.
Jadzia must navigate a dangerous cross-country journey, facing betrayal,
violence, and the constant threat of death. Along the way, she meets Ryker–the
son of a faith leader whose places of worship have been attacked. Despite the
chaos, Jadzia finds refuge and friendship among Ryker’s unlikely group of
individuals … even though their faith is a little old-fashioned. And Ryker’s
insistence on helping her doesn’t make it easier for Jadzia to resist her
growing feelings toward him.
But the military is determined to capture Jadzia and all outlaws. When survival
seems impossible, will sacrifice be their only route to freedom?
This action-packed YA dystopian novel is perfect for
fans of The Out of Time Series and The Gifting Series.
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adults they can find hope in God’s plan for their lives—even through the
darkest times. Her debut novel Path of Totality won first place in the 2023
Selah awards in the First Novel category.
She is the Blog Manager for the Blue Ridge Mountains
Christian Writers Conference, Coordinator for the Blue Ridge Readers
Connection, and a writing coach. In her spare time, she teaches writing
classes, writes numerous blogs, and has completed coursework through the former
Christian Writers Guild. Married since 2004, Heather has three daughters.
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October 25, 2024
Wanderer of the Wastes
In a world where magic can save or shatter, Kol Mendona must survive
lethal secrets—and an even deadlier love—as he discovers he might
not be as human as he believed…
Wanderer of the Wastes
by Kit Karlsson
Genre: Fantasy
Romance
Kol Mendona, one of the last humans on the magical
continent of Alon, is desperate to escape his dying underground
compound. When Alessi, a fierce dragon slayer with silver
eyes, arrives, Kol sees a way out. As they journey together through
the deadly wastes, an unexpected bond forms between them – one
fueled by passion and dangerous magic.
But as Kol’s
strange new powers awaken, their bond becomes increasingly unstable.
Something within him is changing in ways he doesn’t fully
understand, and if Alessi ever discovers the truth, Kol may lose more
than her affections…
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graduated from law school, where she was the administrative
editor of an academic publication. When she’s not writing, you
can find her running barefoot, taming stray cats, or listening to
paranormal podcasts.
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October 24, 2024
Darkest Delights
Don’t trust what
lies within…
They don’t forgive,
They destroy
Darkest Delights
by K.M Jenkins and Ben Merical
Genre: YA Horror,
Dark Fantasy
Welcome to MedgePond, a town where mischievous children go missing beyond the forest border.
Something evil lurks within the forest, and those who enter are never seen
again.
There are two
rules you must follow: Do NOT enter the forest and never touch the berries.
Ever.
If you break
them, beware—not even your screams will save you.
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tied the knot in September 2024 but not before putting pen to paper. Together
they crafted their first horror story together titled: “Darkest Delights,” back
in 2022. The loved stories like Goosebumps growing up and decided to create
their own campfire story that would leave a little fright for the younger
readers to enjoy. They plan to work on more in the future. Make sure to
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The Girl of Many Crowns
The true story of a powerful Knight and a runaway Queen who unite to defy an
empire.
The Girl of Many Crowns
by D.H. Morris
Genre: Historical Fiction
“The Girl of Many Crowns” is the true and inspiring story of Judith, the first
princess of France, who is a pawn in a complex political game of chess as her
father, King Charles, tries to hold on to his kingdom. King Charles, grandson
of Emperor Charlemagne, is beset on every side by Vikings, rebel lords, and
greedy neighboring monarchs. He marries 12-year-old Judith to Aethelwulf, the
aging King of Wessex, for political advantage. When she is widowed less than
two years later, he arranges a second marriage for her. But, when Judith
refuses to marry a third time at her father’s command, King Charles imprisons
her in one of his palaces.
Baldwin Iron Arm is a powerful knight from Flanders
who pledges loyalty to King Charles and his family. As the companion of
Judith’s brother, Louis, he fulfills his oath by protecting King Charles’
family from Vikings, rebel lords, wars, and assassination plots. He is
conflicted when he must choose between obeying the king and rescuing his
daughter Judith from her imprisonment.
A native of San Diego, California, D. H. Morris has lived on four continents and traveledthrough many countries. She has four children and eleven grandchildren and
currently lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She graduated from Utah State
University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and Choral Music education
and pursued graduate work in English at USU and law at the University of Utah.
She is also a published playwright.
As a descendant
of Judith and Baldwin, the author discovered their intriguing story while doing
a genealogical project. This journey inspired her to research everything about
the 9 th Century – including food, politics, travel, war, education, clothing, jewelry,
religion, holidays, marriage customs, and medicine. She loves talking about
this remarkable time in history when the European countries we know today were
being formed and fighting for their very existence.
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A Kingdom of Earth and Devotion
Forgotten on Earth . A chance to return home. A love she
never expected.
A Kingdom of Earth and Devotion
Portals of Science and Magic Book 2
By Liz Cain
Genre: Urban Fantasy Adventure Romance
Forgotten on Earth . A chance to return home. A love she
never expected.
Abandoned on Earth for over a century, Alexy has yearned for
a chance to return home. However, her duty to safeguard the fae world’s secrets
kept her tethered to Earth. Everything changes when she unexpectedly befriends
Rebecca, the co-worker of a brilliant physicist who is on the verge of
unraveling the secrets of interdimensional portals.
An accident transports a fae from Alexy’s homeland to Earth,
endangering his kingdom’s very existence. Alexy must help her friends return
him before his kingdom falls. As unimaginable powers surge through her, Alexy
grapples with the truth she has concealed from her friends. With betrayal and
peril lurking in every shadow, she finds herself standing at a crossroads.
To preserve everything she holds dear and expose her true self, or doom the two
realms. She must decide.
A Kingdom of Air and Duty
Portals of Science
and Magic Book 1
A
scientist’s assistant. A portal to a new world. A strange male she
never should have met.
Venture into the unknown with
Rebecca, the brilliant assistant to renowned physicist Howard
Bristol, as they open a portal to the fae realm. When the portal
explodes and leaves behind a mystery creature, Rebecca must shelter
this unusual being, known as Kaval.
In a race against
time, Kaval and Rebecca desperately seek a way to send him back
before he attracts dangerous attention. As a malevolent presence
hunts the newcomer, threatening their every move, Rebecca finds
herself entangled in a battle not only against their adversaries but
also against the irresistible pull of this enigmatic stranger.
Journey through a spellbinding urban fantasy where the lines between
science and magic blur, and the power of friendship and love become
the ultimate weapons against the encroaching darkness.
Prepare
to be swept away by an epic tale of two beings who should never have
met.
Liz Cain is an urban fantasy writer and NHS frontline staff.
She was born in East Yorkshire in the UK and grew up near the sea with her
parents and two sisters. She moved to the midlands, which was much too far
south for her, graduating from Leicester University with a degree in Physics
and going on to complete an MSc in Medical and Radiation Physics. She has
worked in the NHS since 2008 as a Nuclear Medicine Clinical Scientist, helping
with cancer treatment and diagnosis.
She has traveled at every opportunity from Thailand and
Australia to touring national parks in North America. Liz has done lots of
crazy things for charity, including skydiving, running, swimming, and even
cutting off her hair. While out on adventures she finds herself weaving
intricate tales in her head which one day she had to write down.
Liz has loved reading her whole life, growing up with Anne
McCaffrey, Mary Stewart, and Terry Goodkind. Becoming an author happened by
chance when she jumped at the opportunity to help a friend tell a story that
deserved to be told. It inspired her to follow her lifelong dream and now she
has published books with her coauthor Anne K. Whelan in the fantasy romance and
paranormal romance genre, finally taking that last step and publishing by
herself in 2023.
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THE RISE UP TRILOGY
THE RISE UP TRILOGY
Author Name
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GENRE: Young Adult Contemporary
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BLURB:
The Rise up trilogy is a coming-of-age story about Hashim, Alex and Maryam, three best friends on the threshold of adulthood. Before they can find their place in this world, they must come to terms with their past and learn to confide in each other as they are confronted by intolerance, ignorance, and corporate greed that threaten to rob them of their future. Inspirational, harrowing, intense and deeply moving, this trilogy presents a ray of hope amidst terrible hardship, misfortune and loss.
Book One: Catch You if You Fall
High school best friends Hashim, Alex, and Maryam must confront real-life issues that loom for Gen-Z today, including the climate crisis, corrupt politics, and racial and gender equity.
When Hashim turns eighteen, he receives a grant from his Mosque that will send him to an Ivy League in New York. His devout Muslim family couldn’t be more proud. And to support their young son on his journey, they arrange a wife for him. There’s only one problem: Hashim is gay.
Hashim’s best friend Alex is struggling with a difficult home life, a non-present father, and financial issues that prove particularly painful when all his friends are planning to go off to college and leave him behind.
Standing confidently alongside these two boys is Maryam, a headstrong Muslim girl who bucks her traditional roots by becoming a vegan activist.
It doesn’t take long until certain evil forces start to draw these three even closer, as their futures and the wellbeing of their community and the world is threatened. They are called to act.
Book Two: Merry Farm
In the second installment of the Rise Up Trilogy, best friends Hashi, Alex, and Maryam stumble upon a huge government coverup. When more people get sicker and sicker, and nothing about the outbreak makes news, it becomes clear the corruption goes up high.
As the three attempt to expose and stop a tragedy that could kill thousands, they end up framed as the bioterrorists responsible for this exact crime, and a team of hitmen is dispatched to hunt them down. As they grapple with their own growing pains, Hashi, Alex, and Maryam hurry to outrun the disaster, prove that they are innocent, and do what they feel is right.
Book Three: Collusion
Now a well-known activist, Maryam, along with her two best friends Hashim and Alex, is chosen by the President of the United States to draw up a proposal to help fight climate change, mere weeks before superstorm Roxanne makes landfall in the Northeast.
After the President’s Future Rescue Advisory Board hears their climate proposal to set heavy taxes on meat, dairy and carbon emissions, and someone leaks it to the press, chaos spreads across party lines. A few months since they stopped a deadly virus in its tracks, the three uncover a conspiracy on the highest level of the legislative branch.
While the deadly hurricane wreaks havoc along the eastern seaboard, destroying the U.S. Naval Command in Norfolk, Virginia, and hitting New York City with devastating force, Maryam, Hashim, and Alex grapple with forces beyond their control in the government.
How will their stories unravel? What do their futures hold as they mature into adults in a world that may not accept them? Find out in this last book in the Rise Up Trilogy.
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EXCERPT
From CATCH YOU IF YOU FALL
“And it’s going to happen tomorrow,” Hashim said as he crouched on the couch.
Alex drew his brows closer, but soon his forehead smoothed. “Seriously?” he said and studied Hashim’s face. “Wow. We need to get you out of this mess.”
Sharing his predicament with his best friend had calmed Hashim’s nerves. Not that he had told the whole story, like the fact that he was gay. However, that was a piece of information he had only shared with God, though unwillingly, because from Him, you can’t hide a thing.
Alex’s eyes grew wide. “But you’re just turning eighteen, for God’s sake. Isn’t it a little early to get engaged?”
Hashim pressed his lips together and winced. You tell me.
“His mom knows that once Hashim has committed to an engagement, he won’t break it,” Maryam said. She had been following the conversation from the other side of the room, giving the guys some space after she saw how upset Hashim was when he came in. “Without a solid religious reason to back out, that could shame the whole family,” she added. “People won’t greet you anymore or return your calls. You become a nobody.”
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Henrik Wilenius is the author of the Rise Up Trilogy, a young adult coming-of-age story about Hashim, Alex and Maryam confronting real-life issues like climate change, corrupt politics, animal cruelty and racial and gender equity.
The Rise Up Trilogy is now available also as an audiobook and a weekly serialized audiobook podcast on all the major platforms.
Previously, Henrik as published two books (an autobiographical coming of age book and a YA novel) by a major publisher (WSOY) in Finland before switching to English and self-publishing. The Rise Up Trilogy was inspired by his fifteen-year stint as a volunteer in a Red Cross Youth Shelter and by his vegan activism.
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Q & A With …
Tell us about you as a person.
When I was a kid, I loved books about faraway countries. Since I was ten years old, my father would stack books on my desk to read. He probably saw that I loved to read, and I was very curious about the world. Then at the age of twelve I stumbled upon Siddhartha by Herman Hesse. It took place about two thousand five hundred years ago during the time of Siddhartha Gautama, aka Buddha, the namesake of the protagonist. There are a lot of similarities between this fictional character and Buddha, at least enough to get me very interested in Buddhism. This book really changed my life. I became aware of the spiritual world and the need to explore it further, and to do that, I needed to train my self-discipline, which I began by quitting candy and chocolate for year. I have continued this exercise in one form or the other all throughout my life. It also very much affected how I look at the world. I realized that it’s not important how different I am from the other people, but what I have in common with them. This new-born curiosity made me delve into different cultures and religions since my early teens and all the understanding I gained over the years through people I met was the cornerstone of how I became a writer in my thirties.
If you could hang out with one famous person for one day, who would it be and why?
I would love to hang out with Jordan Peterson for a day. I love the way he’s not afraid to show his vulnerability, his take on spiritual life, and his willingness to throw himself into a discussion without preconceived agenda. Of course, there are a lot of issues I disagree with him like most of his political views and his stand on climate change, but that would only add fervour to our conversation.
What’s the story behind the Rise Up Trilogy?
I published years ago a YA novel in Finland about three best friends at the threshold of adulthood which was inspired by a fifteen-year stint as a volunteer in a Red Cross youth shelter. I wanted to get it published it abroad, but I felt something was missing. Since my early teens I’ve been fascinated by Islam. Sufism, the mystical sect of Islam, played a key role in my own spiritual awakening and spurred me to become a writer. Then one day as I was browsing books in a bookshop in Amsterdam, I came across Sex and the Citadel by Shereen El Feki about Arab sexuality, including the history of homosexuality in the Arab world. During the Golden Age of Islam, homosexual yearnings were very well tolerated, even celebrated among the poets, intellectuals and upper echelons of the society. What happened to this open-mindedness over the centuries really captivated my imagination, especially since I knew from Sufism how forgiving and merciful Islam is. The third big inspiration came from within as I became vegan myself and saw how for our diet, we are not only ruthlessly killing farm animals but also ourselves while destroying our planet in the process.
What advice do you have for other writers who want to get the word out about their latest book?
I think perseverance is the key to any human endeavour. I haven’t yet found the magic stone how to get the word out to my potential readers, but I will keep on trying until I do. I have great hopes for the virtual book tour I’m having right now. Social media can help but it is no guarantee. I’ve done many podcast interviews with limited audience, but it hasn’t moved the needle much.
List 5 things on your bucket list.
1. Visit Georgia
2. Write adult fiction
3. Get back to playing piano
4. Build a house
5. Become a well-known author
Any final thoughts?
Thanks for having me on your blog.
October 23, 2024
Upas Street: Shocking Specter
Do you dare enter Dr. Frankenstein’s
la-BOR-uh-tree?
Upas Street: Shocking Specter
The Botanic Hill Detectives Mysteries Book 6
by Sherrill Joseph
Genre: Middle Grade Paranormal Mystery
Do you dare enter Dr. Frankenstein’s
la-BOR-uh-tree?
A fearless quartet of teen sleuths, the Botanic Hill detectives, travel to
Llanfair, a fictitious Welsh village in present-day California, to solve the
mystery of the Shocking Specter.
The green-glowing apparition reportedly roams the countryside, setting
fire to buildings and meadows during the new moon. The occurrences began
shortly after a motion picture stagehand Scotty Roberts’s accidental death by
electrocution in this case inspired by the filming of Universal Pictures 1931
classic horror movie Frankenstein.
Supernatural?
Coincidence?
Or is criminal activity at work?
And why, nearly a century later, has the Shocking Specter returned?
Readers will enjoy learning about real-life horror film star Boris
Karloff, Frankenstein author Mary Shelley, other key players
in the movie’s production, and some early Hollywood cinematic history. Our fabulous four might need to kick some monsters to the curb to solve
this challenging mystery!
For ages 9 to 14. Adults like this series,
too! My present-day Middle-Grade mysteries have a twist of history,
this time, harking to the filming of 1931’s Universal Pictures classic horror
movie Frankenstein.
It is not within the Young-Adult genre that serves ages 14 to 18.
What readers are saying:
“Follow our detectives to the fictitious Welsh
settlement of Llanfair, California, as they chase a green-glowing specter and
get caught up in a riveting mystery that will introduce young readers to the
magic of old Hollywood horror movies. Kids will stay intrigued from start to
finish.” –KIMBERLEY KRAMER, Literacy Specialist, Saint
Katharine Drexel Academy, San Diego, CA
“I loved this book and could not put it down! I
loved learning about the Hollywood monsters from the old-time days and meeting
the people of Llanfair. You will not be sad that you chose this book to read.” –SOPHIA O., age 10, San Diego, CA
“As a professor of History of Film and Monster
and Character Makeup Design, I was intrigued from the first page of this book!
The Golden Age of Hollywood is brought to life in the eyes of the young
protagonists through their exploration of Universal Studios’ Frankenstein
franchise. Joseph not only captured my attention with the charm and
intelligence of her four detectives but had me searching for clues and secret
messages (Easter eggs) to unravel this horror-movie-inspired mystery. Joseph
includes facts about Boris Karloff that I did not know, which delighted me to
no end. Jack Pierce may have never received an Oscar for his iconic makeup
designs, but he gets a wonderful tribute through this exciting story. A
must-read for mystery lovers and film buffs of all ages.” –SHARON LYNN, award-winning author of A
Cotswold Crimes Mystery series; aka SHARON BOLMAN, Senior Professor of Digital
Video and General Education, University of Advancing Technology, Tempe, AZ
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Sherrill Joseph was a shy kid whose BFF was
Nancy Drew. From her, the author learned to seek adventures, be kind and fair,
help others everywhere, and become a mystery author someday.
Convinced early on that she was an architect in
a former life, Sherrill was receptive to the magic of her Southern California
neighborhood’s historic houses. To this day, she dramatizes those old
“castles,” filling them with mysteries, staircases, a ghost or two, and
exaggerated occurrences.
The author graduated Phi Beta Kappa and summa
cum laude from San Diego State University. Once retired in 2013 after
teaching kids for thirty-five years in the San Diego public schools, the inner
child in Sherrill created the multi award-winning Botanic Hill Detectives
Mysteries series so her grandkids and all kids can gallop with her and her four
forever-thirteen-year-old sleuths in their standalone cases after clues to nab
the bad guys.
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THE NEPHILIM’S FATE
THE NEPHILIM’S FATE
Eliza Hampstead
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GENRE: Fantasy Romance
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She will find a way, even if it leads to a war between Heaven and Hell.
In the heart of London, Alissia’s ordinary life takes a thrilling turn when she is attacked by bloodthirsty vampires. When Nate, the man she dreamed about for years, swoops in to save her, her reality shatters as she discovers a shocking truth: she’s a witch, and he’s a Nephilim. But their love is cursed, forbidden by ancient laws that threaten to tear their world apart.
As old rivalries resurface and dark secrets come to light, Alissia and Nate must confront their deepest fears and fight for their love, even if it means igniting a war between Heaven and Hell.
With unforgettable characters, steamy romance, and gripping plot twists, this captivating new fantasy series by award-winning author Eliza Hampstead delves into a world of angels and demons, forbidden love, and the inexorable power of fate.
If you crave the intensity of Shadowhunters with an added dose of spice, don’t miss out on this spellbinding series!
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EXCERPT
Letting the magic come to me in the same way it had begun in the park, I smelled pine needles and mushrooms. At that moment, I wanted to push to get it deeper, but I forced myself to stay relaxed and let it flow through me while I told the plant how terrific it would be outside. Sun, water, and CO2 for photosynthesis, all were waiting for her if she would come out of the soil, and that my magic would help her grow faster, that she doesn’t have to wait any longer. The feeling of earth magic got stronger, and the inner picture before me was bathed in green. I said the words of the spell. After that, I focused again on the plant, imagining how the seed germinated, how the sprouting fought its way to the surface, how the seed leaves opened, sheeting the seed coat, and how the first leaves developed and opened.
Suddenly, I heard clapping. Losing my concentration, I opened my eyes. Umbra stood before me, a broad smile on her face.
“You did it!”
I frowned for a second before I looked down. The seedling stood before me, the seed coat next to it on the soil. Exactly how I had imagined it. I put my hand in front of my mouth, tears welling in my eyes.
“I did it. I did it!” I jumped up and down, clapping my hands. I was a real witch! I could do magic, after all! Full of joy, I embraced Umbra and circled her around while we both laughed.
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AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Award winning author Eliza Hampstead, a scientist by training, lives with her family in the UK. When she’s not writing, she spends her time as a geek. Playing all sorts of games (board games, video games, RPGs) and being a big fan of medieval history are only a few of the many hobbies she has. Passionate about fantasy, she’s always planning her next adventure.
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Tell us about you as a person.
I’m a scientist by day, with a deep love for reading and a particular fondness for turtles. Alongside my passion for writing, I’m deeply committed to climate protection and ensuring a sustainable future. When I’m not buried in research or crafting stories, I enjoy travelling and finding new inspiration for my books in the world around me. I’ve always been someone who loves to explore different ideas, whether that’s through reading, Dungeons & Dragons, or taking a deep dive into complex subjects like the lore of angels and demons, which played a huge part in my series The War of the Nephilim. Above all, I value a good balance between creativity and practicality in life.
If you could hang out with one famous person for one day, who would it be and why?
That’s such a tough question! Of course, I could easily name an actor I admire or an author whose work I love, but honestly, I’d want to spend the day with someone who has the power to make real, significant changes in the fight against climate change. I’d love to sit down with someone working directly on environmental policy, to hear their perspective on what’s really going on and how we can make a difference. Understanding how they view the challenges ahead would be fascinating and incredibly important.
What’s the story behind your latest book?
My book, The Nephilim’s Fate, is the first in The War of the Nephilim series. It follows Alissia, a scientist who doesn’t know she’s a witch, and Nate, a Nephilim, as they get swept into a complex web of ancient rules and forbidden love. Alissia’s journey is one of discovery—both of her powers and her feelings for Nate. The series explores the battle between Heaven and Hell, where angels aren’t always purely good, and demons aren’t purely evil. Each book focuses on a different pair of characters, but they all connect to the larger narrative of an impending war that could destroy everything. I’ve tried to bring a fresh twist to the classic battle of good versus evil by diving deep into the characters’ motivations and showing that things aren’t always black and white.
What advice do you have for other writers who want to get the word out about their latest book?
This is a field where I’m still learning, so I’m not sure how valuable my advice is, but here are my two cents: Start promoting your book from the moment you begin writing. Building an audience early helps create anticipation and engagement. It’s also really important to educate yourself on marketing—don’t leave it up to others, especially when there are so many scams out there promising to make the process easier. Trust me, I’ve learned the hard way. Engage with your readers, be authentic, and take the time to connect with people. Word of mouth is still one of the most powerful tools, so creating relationships with your audience is key.
List 5 things on your bucket list.
1. Write all the books I have in mind—there’s so much I want to explore in my stories.
2. Travel the world and experience different cultures and landscapes.
3. Read as many books as I possibly can; my to-be-read list is endless!
4. One day, I’d love to move to a tropical island and live by the ocean.
5. Enjoy a life filled with love, good health, and happiness with my loved one
The Mysterious Case of the Missing Motive
A spin-off from
the Charlie Kingsley Mystery series! The Redemption Detective Agency is a
funny, twisty cozy mystery series set in the 1990s featuring silver sleuths
solving cold cases. Great for fans of the Thursday Murder Club.
The Mysterious Case of the Missing Motive
The Redemption Detective Agency Book 1
by Michele Pariza Wacek
Genre: Cozy Mystery
When life gives
you lemons, make lemonade. Or maybe a gin and tonic.
Emily Hildebrandt has run into a bit of a rough patch. She’s lost her job, her
fiancé and her apartment. Still, she never expected to be desperate enough to
accept an invitation to live with her eccentric Aunt Tilde in Redemption,
Wisconsin.
But, beggars can’t be choosers. Even if part of the deal is she has to pretend
to work at her aunt’s latest hair-brained scheme, The Redemption Detective
Agency.
Seriously, the woman is a retired nurse. Why does she think she’s remotely
qualified to run a detective agency, especially in a creepy little town like
Redemption?
But, when a strange phone call suddenly thrusts them into an actual case, Emily
finds herself hoping her aunt really does know what she’s doing … or an
innocent person may be the one to suffer the consequences.
A spin-off from the Charlie Kingsley Mystery series! The Redemption Detective
Agency is a funny, twisty cozy mystery series set in the 1990s featuring silver
sleuths solving cold cases. Great for fans of the Thursday Murder Club.
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A USA Today Bestselling, award-winning author, Michele taught herself to read at 3 years
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detours) but now she does spend much of her time writing stories. Mystery
stories, to be exact. They’re clean and twisty, and range from psychological
thrillers to cozies, with a dash of romance and supernatural thrown into the
mix. If that wasn’t enough, she posts lots of fun things on her blog, including
short stories, puzzles, recipes and more, at MPWNovels.com.
Michele grew up in Wisconsin, (hence why all her books take place there), and
still visits regularly, but she herself escaped the cold and now lives in the
mountains of Prescott, Arizona with her husband and southern squirrel hunter Cassie.
When she’s not writing, she’s usually reading, hanging out with her dog, or
watching the Food Network and imagining she’s an awesome cook. (Spoiler alert,
she’s not. Luckily for the whole family, Mr. PW is in charge of the cooking.)
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A Passion Worth Pursuing
When two vacationers disappear in the Mediterranean, their friends go in search.
The truth is not what they expected—but then, on an island like this, the truth
never is.
A Passion Worth Pursuing
by A.L. Means
Genre: Erotic Romance
vacationers are reported missing in a sailing accident at a Mediterranean
island, their four friends back in London decide to investigate.Questions begin with the fact that there were originally three
vacationers—Reynard, Klara and Anton. So which two are missing? Was it a tragic
drowning or something sinister?As told by the unnamed fourth member of the investigative expedition, this is a
light-hearted and amorous odyssey featuring friends Roderick, Greta, and Diane
as they go in search of answers. Each has theories about what happened, drawn
from past romantic attachments with the missing and fond reminiscing.Their voyage of discovery leads to island exploration and a climactic bacchanal
in an old fortress. Could jealousy be a motive in the disappearance, as
Roderick suspects? Has Anton, the youthful initiate into romance, rejected the
advances of his two more experienced companions? Or does the island have still
more to reveal?
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has authored fiction and nonfiction in various genres, using different pen
names, and has spent much of his working life as a journalist for magazines and
newspapers.
His fiction includes a self-published novel entitled Shine Like The Sun, a set
of short stories, Foreign Ways, and two tales suitable for readers of most
ages, The Trouble Upstream, loosely inspired by a childhood favorite—The Wind
in the Willows, and a fanciful fable, When Rabbits Ran Rampant.
As Andrew Means, he has written biographies of novelist and essayist George
Orwell and the rock group Pink Floyd as well as Some Memories, a memoir about
the childhood of the late Country-Western singer Marty Robbins, who lived in
the Phoenix area before and after World War Two.
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