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September 17, 2025
Blog Tour: WILD FLOWERS by Meri Robie
Three elder stateswomen in the music industry, scarred byscandal, addiction, and forced retirement, go all in to create a killercomeback album.
Wild Flowers
by Merie Robie
Genre: Contemporary Women’s Fiction
Three elder stateswomen in the music industry, scarred byscandal, addiction, and forced retirement, go all in to create a killercomeback album. As they learn to trust themselves and dive back intosongwriting, they entwine their lives and voices in ways they couldn't haveimagined alone.
Everyone has forgotten about soul singer Honey Conaway,except that she stabbed a producer's eye out at a party and left drunk andstumbling like some glitzy Medea. Everyone loves Gloria Redmond: Girls grew uplistening to her country-tinged, smart-alecky tunes, but she has becomeirrelevant past her prime. And everyone knows Sian Star, not for her timefronting the pop band The Whirlygirls, but for driving a red Porsche into theRock & Roll Hall of Fame. When these three women create an award-winningcomeback album together, each is challenged by the version of herself thatpushed her out of the spotlight in the first place.
What readersare saying:
"A beautiful novel about three vibrant, memorablewomen who refuse to abandon their passion for music despite their struggleswith aging, caretaking, and the frustration of thwarted dreams. Gloria, Honey,and Sian are an inspiring reminder that nothing is over until it's over.”
Jane Delury, Author of Hedge
"Drop the needle on this power chord of a novel andfeel it pull you in. A resonant story about friendship, songwriting, andserendipity, and about how all of us, even aging country stars, can reinventourselves." -- Elisabeth Cohen, author of The Glitch.
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Meri Robie is awriter and editor living in Baltimore. Her novel Wildflowers will bepublished by Watertower Press in 2025. Her play, "Light Strikes aDeal" was included in the Rapid Lemon Theater's Variations on Night festival(2025), and she earned Honorable Mention for the 2023 Page One Contest by GutsyGreat Novelist (gutsygreatnovelist.com).She is a graduate of the Johns Hopkins Writing Seminars. You can find hervolunteering as an usher for various Baltimore theater productions, drivingBaltimore School for the Arts students to local art events, or scribbling awaynotes in the front seat of her car at stop lights.
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Book Blast: GOD'S CODED LANGUAGE IS ALL ABOUT TRANSPARENCY by Janette C. Andrejowich
This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Janette C. Andrejowich will be awarding a $10 Amazon/BN gift card to a randomly drawn winner. Click on the tour banner to see the other stops on the tour.
For people seeking to understand the spiritual world and the deep things of God, decoding God's language, expressed in imagery, numbers, colours, parables, parallels, stories, and foreshadows, is the essential elusive key that lights up the path of understanding the spiritual view of God. Nothing is hidden. It is written, "Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him" (I Corinthians 2:9). But this scripture only applies to those who want to see a charcoal sketch of their calling. People who receive the free gift of God's Holy Spirit have embraced the unique Spirit, and the world in the scriptures comes alive in dazzling colour because the elusive key is found and applied.
The Apostle Paul added, "these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit. For the Spirit searches everything, even the depths of God" (I Corinthians 2:10).
Every aspect of God's creation on earth is a revelation of the great Creator God for those with the Spirit-opened eyes to see, ears to hear, and a willing heart of flesh. The amazing discovery of God's coded language is all about transparency, unveiling His plan for mankind and His holy, royal, ruling family in the making.
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THE TREES, VINES and FLOWERS
“Open your doors, O LEBANON, that the fire may devour your cedars! Wail, O cypress, for the cedar has fallen, because the glorious trees have been destroyed; Wail, O oaks of Bashan, for the impenetrable forest has come down” (Zechariah 11:2).
What was at one time so glorious, so impenetrable and great is being destroyed. Where is the Lebanon referred to in Zechariah? Who are the cedars, the cypress, the oaks, and the glorious trees?
Scriptures reveal God’s use of imagery. The fallen cedar trees described in Zechariah 11 are the once-great and highly honoured heavenly rulers in God’s government and holy court. They have turned against Him; they are rebels. Many are already overthrown and imprisoned in Sheol. The remaining rebels will come to an end on the Day of God’s wrath. God has a plan for mankind. He will fill the positions once held by the “glorious trees” with new members—transformed righteous mortals.
Satan has his puppets busy at work: hiding truth, distorting history, and keeping mankind ignorant of their calling. The thoughts of carnal mankind demand sight before belief. God is asking for faith. The unseen world is closed to mankind at this time. Satan uses this barrier to keep people from questioning God’s wonderful and miraculous creation all around them. Battles have been fought and tensions in heaven are on-going. Mankind is ignorant of the vast dominions controlled by fallen sons of God in heaven, yet to be overthrown. They cannot fathom the hatred these heavenly rebels have towards mortals on earth, especially those who will be awarded their most-high offices. Regardless, in time, it will all be revealed.
“See, the Lord, the LORD Almighty, will lop off the boughs with great power. The lofty trees will be felled; the tall ones will be brought low. He will cut down the forest thickets with an ax; Lebanon will fall before the Mighty One” (Isaiah 10:33-34).
About the Author:
Jeremiah said, "If I say, 'I will not mention Him or speak any more in His name,' His message becomes a fire burning in my heart, shut up in my bones, and I become weary of holding it in, and I cannot prevail" (Jeremiah 20:9). I have this same experience, which has led me to create a resource centre (https://sharingsharpens.ca) to share all of my studies, and now my books. God's Coded Language Is All About Transparency is my first published book, which came together from many of my studies. It is like a collection, all fitting perfectly together. It is not my last book. Many are already written, soon to be placed on the shelf to accompany this one.Amazon: https://amazon.com/dp/1834180260
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September 16, 2025
Blog Tour: ONE YEAR IN PARIS by Susan Horsnell
Contemporary Romance
Date Published: 07-25-2025
Publisher: Lipstick Publishing
Jett lives for the game. Annelise lives for the canvas. But when fate intertwines their worlds on a rain-soaked street in the City of Lights, neither is prepared for the slow-burn connection that follows.
As their hearts tangle between café tables and gallery walls, the intrusion of the press and career choices threaten to pull them apart.
Jett faces pressure to return to New York.
Annalise wrestles with who she is beyond her art.
And just when they start to find their rhythm, a devastating injury changes everything.
Set against the romance of Paris and the quiet beauty of rebuilding a life, One Year in Paris is a tender story of love that endures the noise, finds strength in the silence, and blooms where it’s least expected.
Review: Annelise was a young art studentstudying abroad in Paris for one year. She never expected to meet an Americanman and spend time with him. She came to Paris for the quiet reflection.Instead, she gets swept up in a media frenzy.
“Could the possibility of love beworth the noise?”
Annelise didn’t come to Parislooking for love. But she got it. A love that was too strong and overwhelming.Words were lovely and profound. It’s a sweet and loving story. We get that thiswas a powerful love, but, after a while, it seemed that the notion got repeatedover and over. How could two people feel that strongly after such a short time?I guess it was the power of Paris. The read becomes rather mild and dauntingafter a while.
All in all, this was a fairly niceread.
Rating:3 stars
I have published over 60 books and novellas, many of which feature strong, independent heroines and rugged, alpha male heroes. Some of my popular series include the Outback Australia series and The Carter Brothers series.
My books are known for their well-researched historical details and vivid descriptions of the Australian landscape.
My work has garnered praise from readers and critics alike, and I have won several awards for my writing.
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September 15, 2025
Blog Tour: NOT THAT ORANGE by Bailey Adams
Not That Orange is a delightful and colorful tale about self-acceptance, diversity, and embracing what makes us unique!
Carrot is on a mission—he’s searching for his orange! But there’s just one problem… he’s green! With the help of a friendly orange from a nearby tree, Carrot embarks on a journey across the farm, asking the other crops for help. But as confusion grows, Carrot soon discovers something surprising—carrots can be all sorts of colors, not just orange!
Through fun, playful storytelling and charming illustrations, Not That Orange teaches young readers (ages 3-5) an important lesson: being different is not just okay—it’s something to celebrate! In a world that often focuses on fitting in, this book encourages little ones to embrace who they are and appreciate the beautiful diversity around them.
Perfect for preschool and kindergarten-aged children, Not That Orange is a wonderful addition to any home or classroom library, inspiring kids to be confident in themselves while learning about colors, friendship, and the joy of being uniquely you!
About the Author
Bailey’s journey as a writer began in the fourth grade when she discovered the magic of crafting stories—and she hasn’t stopped since. She embraces an organic writing process, letting ideas flow naturally from inspiration sparked by books, shows, or random bursts of creativity. Instead of following structured outlines, she prefers to sit down and let the words lead the way, trusting that storytelling from the heart produces the most genuine and meaningful work.
Despite being a perfectionist in many areas, Bailey believes that writing should be an intuitive and soulful process, with revision and refinement coming later. She is passionate about inspiring young minds through engaging, heartfelt stories and hopes to make a lasting impact in both the classroom and the literary world.
Blog Tour: THE CROOKED MEDIUM'S GUIDE TO MURDER by Stephen Cox
To solve a baffling murder – search both sides of the grave…
The Crooked Medium’sGuide To Murder
by Stephen Cox
Genre: Spooky Paranormal Victorian Murder Mystery
London 1881. Can twocrooked women stop a murder?
Extravagant medium Mrs Ashton and her lover,blunt working-class Mrs Bradshaw, run a spiritualist scam. Mrs Ashton secretlyreads minds.
Believing that Mrs Ashton is genuine,grieving Lady Violet craves the truth behind her mother’s untimely death. ButLady Violet’s powerful husband Sir Charles hates spiritualists. Has he killedbefore?
Uncovering this MP’s wicked crimes will putall three women in terrible danger…
To solve a shockingmurder, look on both sides of the grave.
"An astonishing feat of twisting plots and perceptions"
“It's deliciously twisty, with women who won't be told, a young bridein peril, and the delicate art of a con.”
“A book I've been looking for all my life. Queer found family allwrapped up in a supernatural murder mystery. Absolute perfection.”
“a brilliant, gripping story. .. if you're looking for a great new bookto read, I encourage you to check it out.”
"...an actually intriguing mystery.”
“with a new murder thrown in and a couple of pre-existing onesuncovered, we get an astonishing story of redemption with well-plotted butnever signposted twists and turns thrown in at every stage.”
“…a murder mystery with a supernatural spin. … the premise and plotwere great. The story is very atmospheric with a very nasty aristocrat villain...an entertaining read..."
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Stephen Cox is a writer living in London.He’d read every Holmes, Christie, and Sayers before he was 21 and did Holmesfanfic in school. He has also read the Moonstone six times. With a sciencedegree he has always been a fan of history and the imagination.
The Crooked Medium’s Guide to Murdercontains the strong characterisation, women protagonists, authentic periodsetting, and wide roaming imagination of his other works.
He says ‘It’s a rip-roaring twisty story,with relationships under stress and surprising readers at every turn.”
His first two novels, Our Child of the Starsand Our Child of Two Worlds were called “heartfelt, imaginative and gripping”,with wide praise in the national press.
Stephen says ‘I wanted female rogues as myleads – people who lead a crooked life, who need to keep secrets, yet can bekind and generous too. This is a rigorous detective story with a client introuble and old crimes to be solved. It has everything – a brutal man, a Ladyin danger, and the past and present feeding the action. Can these outsiderspossibly win? Queer women certainly existed and made lives together inVictorian England, as those with eyes to see can see,’
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September 13, 2025
Review: PARKER GIRLS #8 by Terry Moore
Spying and a-kicking! That’s whatthe Parker Girls are all about. Of course, we don’t get much story in it. Willit all finally concluded in the 9th issue?
Rating:4 stars
Review: PARKER GIRLS #9 by Terry Moore
As always, cool drawing, butseriously we’re no closer to see how this all ends? Kinda disappointing. Atthis point, you’re getting kind of tired of these girls.
Rating:3 stars
Review: PARKER GIRLS #5 by Terry Moore
The Parker Girls are trying todetermine the events and cause of death of a billionaire wife. Loved the B/Willustrations! These stories are cool, but they’re too fast and too short.
Rating:4 stars
Review: PARKER GIRLS #6 by Terry Moore
The Parker Girls would do anythingto get to the truth…even feed you to the sharks. A whole comic book on that onescene? Granted it was a cool, explosive scene, but still. Still a good readthough.
Rating:4 stars
Review: PARKER GIRLS #7 by Terry Moore
Don’t get a Parker Girl angry,that’s for sure! Cool action scenes! What happens next?
Rating:4 stars
