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February 4, 2021
Well I'll Be Damned Episode 5
The latest episode of my paranormal romance/ urban fantasy Blog serial is now live.
Read it here for FREE
Read it here for FREE
January 31, 2021
Winter's Maiden 1
Winter's Maiden 1 by Laelia StarlaPre-order now from
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Do you hide from the monsters, or embrace your magical destiny?
Alannah Winters: hedonist. Impulsive, precocious, and dangerously drawn to mysticism. Whisked away from her hometown at a young age and raised ignorant of her close ties to the pagan Gods.
When tragedy strikes her family again, she is forced to return to the small Irish settlement of Gaeilge Shores, a town shrouded in secrecy. At least she has her beloved cousins by her side, helping to unravel the mysteries of her heritage.
Alannah had always harboured feelings for Liam, the eldest of her two cousins, and seeing the man he has grown into only serves to intensify those desires. But when she rocks up at her new school, the captivating blue eyes of a tall, dark, and handsome senior virtually consume her. Not to mention the unsettling way things have changed with Brendan, her other cousin.
Can Alannah survive her inevitable transformation? And what is to be done about the three hot guys vying for her attention? Alannah’s early signs of hedonism will prove to be much more than a passing phase…
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January 21, 2021
Fiction Friday Blog Serial: The Dark Matter Between Our Hearts
The latest episode (#4) of my serial fiction,
The Dark Matter Between Our Hearts
, has gone live. This story is free to read on my blog with new episodes added monthly.
The first instalment can be found here
And the following three:
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
The first instalment can be found here
And the following three:
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
January 14, 2021
L. Starla's January 2021
New Year’s resolution: cut all sugar from my diet. How hard can it be? I’ve done it before.
Eats 3 candy canes and a slice of ice cream cake. Oops. Lack of impulse control is definitely a trait that I share with Alannah Winters (heroine of my upcoming series, Winter’s Magic).
The Winter's Magic Series is coming.
It all starts with Winter's Maiden 1
Do you hide from the monsters, or embrace your magical destiny?
Alannah Winters: hedonist. Impulsive, precocious, and dangerously drawn to mysticism. Whisked away from her hometown at a young age and raised ignorant of her close ties to the pagan Gods.
When tragedy strikes her family again, she is forced to return to the small Irish settlement of Gaeilge Shores, a town shrouded in secrecy. At least she has her beloved cousins by her side, helping to unravel the mysteries of her heritage.
Alannah had always harboured feelings for Liam, the eldest of her two cousins, and seeing the man he has grown into only serves to intensify those desires. But when she rocks up at her new school, the captivating blue eyes of a tall, dark, and handsome senior virtually consume her. Not to mention the unsettling way things have changed with Brendan, her other cousin.
Can Alannah survive her inevitable transformation? And what is to be done about the three hot guys vying for her attention? Alannah’s early signs of hedonism will prove to be much more than a passing phase…
Note: This is the first of six main books in the Winter’s Magic series.
Warning: This book contains coarse language and explicit scenes, including depictions of sexual violence that may upset or offend some readers.
Beta Readers Needed
Book 2 of the Winter's Magic series is going out to beta readers in February, with free ARCs of Winter's Maiden 1 provided to those who have not yet read the first novel.
Learn more and apply here.
I am still looking for more beta readers for Crystal's Crucible, my other upcoming book.
Learn more and apply here.
Eats 3 candy canes and a slice of ice cream cake. Oops. Lack of impulse control is definitely a trait that I share with Alannah Winters (heroine of my upcoming series, Winter’s Magic).
The Winter's Magic Series is coming.
It all starts with Winter's Maiden 1
Do you hide from the monsters, or embrace your magical destiny?
Alannah Winters: hedonist. Impulsive, precocious, and dangerously drawn to mysticism. Whisked away from her hometown at a young age and raised ignorant of her close ties to the pagan Gods.
When tragedy strikes her family again, she is forced to return to the small Irish settlement of Gaeilge Shores, a town shrouded in secrecy. At least she has her beloved cousins by her side, helping to unravel the mysteries of her heritage.
Alannah had always harboured feelings for Liam, the eldest of her two cousins, and seeing the man he has grown into only serves to intensify those desires. But when she rocks up at her new school, the captivating blue eyes of a tall, dark, and handsome senior virtually consume her. Not to mention the unsettling way things have changed with Brendan, her other cousin.
Can Alannah survive her inevitable transformation? And what is to be done about the three hot guys vying for her attention? Alannah’s early signs of hedonism will prove to be much more than a passing phase…
Note: This is the first of six main books in the Winter’s Magic series.
Warning: This book contains coarse language and explicit scenes, including depictions of sexual violence that may upset or offend some readers.
Beta Readers Needed
Book 2 of the Winter's Magic series is going out to beta readers in February, with free ARCs of Winter's Maiden 1 provided to those who have not yet read the first novel.
Learn more and apply here.
I am still looking for more beta readers for Crystal's Crucible, my other upcoming book.
Learn more and apply here.
January 7, 2021
Fiction Friday Blog Serial: Well I'll Be Damned
The latest episode (#4) of my serial fiction,
Well I'll Be Damned
has gone live. This story is free to read on my blog with new episodes added monthly.
The first instalment can be found here
And the following three:
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
The first instalment can be found here
And the following three:
Episode 2
Episode 3
Episode 4
December 10, 2020
L. Starla's December 2020
Christmas carols played in the background as my son and I placed the last decorations on the tree. Smiling, I watched with delight as my husband switched on the lights. Wrapping my arms around them both, we stood there, admiring our work, while my cup filled up with festive cheer.
Crystal's Crucible: Beta Readers Needed
I am so close to finishing the latest novel in the Phoebe Braddock Books that I can taste the excitement, or is that the eggnog? Anyway, I am looking for volunteers to read this story and provide valuable feedback.
What you get as a beta reader:
- A free electronic copy of my book
- Your name printed in the acknowledgements
- My eternal gratitude
About this book:
Crystal's Crucible is a suspense filled forbidden romance involving a young chemistry graduate and her new boss.
Warning: This book contains coarse language, explicit scenes, situations where consent is dubious, graphic depictions of violence, and drug use.
Want to beta read this book?
If you would like to be one of the first people to read this novel and provide feedback, please apply here: Google Forms Application
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Add Crystal's Crucible to your Goodreads TBR list.
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Crystal's Crucible: Beta Readers Needed
I am so close to finishing the latest novel in the Phoebe Braddock Books that I can taste the excitement, or is that the eggnog? Anyway, I am looking for volunteers to read this story and provide valuable feedback.
What you get as a beta reader:
- A free electronic copy of my book
- Your name printed in the acknowledgements
- My eternal gratitude
About this book:
Crystal's Crucible is a suspense filled forbidden romance involving a young chemistry graduate and her new boss.
Warning: This book contains coarse language, explicit scenes, situations where consent is dubious, graphic depictions of violence, and drug use.
Want to beta read this book?
If you would like to be one of the first people to read this novel and provide feedback, please apply here: Google Forms Application
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Add Crystal's Crucible to your Goodreads TBR list.
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December 9, 2020
Excerpt from Crystal's Crucible
Crystal's Crucible by Laelia StarlaExcerpt from this book:
After attempting to rub the Mondayitis from his eyes, Adam pushed the button on the coffee machine and stared blankly at the cream-coloured plasterboard wall of the breakroom. He winced as the harsh grinding noise started. God, I’d hate to work in a café.
‘Oh, good, you’re here.’ Michael popped his head around the door. ‘I need to see you in my office.’
Adam groaned. ‘I haven’t even had my first cup yet, Mike.’
‘Sorry boss, but this is kinda urgent.’
With a sigh, Adam poured a splash of milk into his brew and took it with him as he followed Michael. Being the Administration Manager, Michael Higgins was situated near the front of the building. This meant traversing the open plan office area where several people looked up from their cubicle desks to smile and greet Adam. He gave each of them a polite nod and even fended off a couple of questions by pointing to his steaming hot drink.
Two men in suits rose from their seats when Adam entered the room. The older looking of the two stepped forward to offer his hand. ‘Adam Fairfax? I’m Detective Edward Draper and this is my partner, Detective Brett Hammond.’
Adam’s body stiffened as he shook their hands. What the hell do the police want? ‘What can I do for you, Detectives?’
Detective Draper gestured for him to sit as Michael closed the door. It was cramped with the four of them squeezed into Michael’s poky office.
‘We might be more comfortable in the board room,’ Adam suggested.
Draper shook his head. ‘It’s okay, we won’t take much of your time.’
Perching himself on the vacant chair, Adam took a sip of his coffee before placing it on the desk.
‘We found one of your employees this morning.’
Adam exchanged furrowed brows with Michael before returning his attention to Draper. ‘Found who and how?’
‘Robert Landon was found dead, from an apparent suicide.’
All the blood drained from Adam’s face. ‘Oh God! Robert killed himself? Why on Earth would he do that?’
‘That’s why we wanted to talk to you,’ Hammond explained.
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November 26, 2020
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November 12, 2020
L. Starla's November 2020
L. Starla's November 2020
Putting my favourite pen aside, I waited as the ink dried in yet another card while echoes of that old tune echoed in my mind: Happy birthday to you, and you, and you, and you…
Why do so many of my friends and relatives have birthdays in the last quarter of the year?
Winter's Maiden 1 Cover Reveal & Blurb
Do you hide from the monsters, or embrace your magical destiny?
Alannah Winters: hedonist. Impulsive, precocious, and dangerously drawn to mysticism. Whisked away from her hometown at a young age and raised ignorant of her close ties to the pagan Gods.
When tragedy strikes her family again, she is forced to return to the small Irish settlement of Gaeilge Shores, a town shrouded in secrecy. At least she has her beloved cousins by her side, helping to unravel the mysteries of her heritage.
Alannah had always harboured feelings for Liam, the eldest of her two cousins, and seeing the man he has grown into only serves to intensify those desires. But when she rocks up at her new school, the captivating blue eyes of a tall, dark, and handsome senior virtually consume her. Not to mention the unsettling way things have changed with Brendan, her other cousin.
Can Alannah survive her inevitable transformation? And what is to be done about the three hot guys vying for her attention? Alannah’s early signs of hedonism will prove to be much more than a passing phase…
Note: This is the first of six main books in the Winter’s Magic series.
Warning: This book contains coarse language and explicit scenes, including depictions of sexual violence that may upset or offend some readers.
Cover Reveal Video:
https://youtu.be/4x3e9vm81LI
Add to your Goodreads TBR:
Winter's Maiden 1
Putting my favourite pen aside, I waited as the ink dried in yet another card while echoes of that old tune echoed in my mind: Happy birthday to you, and you, and you, and you…
Why do so many of my friends and relatives have birthdays in the last quarter of the year?
Winter's Maiden 1 Cover Reveal & Blurb
Do you hide from the monsters, or embrace your magical destiny?
Alannah Winters: hedonist. Impulsive, precocious, and dangerously drawn to mysticism. Whisked away from her hometown at a young age and raised ignorant of her close ties to the pagan Gods.
When tragedy strikes her family again, she is forced to return to the small Irish settlement of Gaeilge Shores, a town shrouded in secrecy. At least she has her beloved cousins by her side, helping to unravel the mysteries of her heritage.
Alannah had always harboured feelings for Liam, the eldest of her two cousins, and seeing the man he has grown into only serves to intensify those desires. But when she rocks up at her new school, the captivating blue eyes of a tall, dark, and handsome senior virtually consume her. Not to mention the unsettling way things have changed with Brendan, her other cousin.
Can Alannah survive her inevitable transformation? And what is to be done about the three hot guys vying for her attention? Alannah’s early signs of hedonism will prove to be much more than a passing phase…
Note: This is the first of six main books in the Winter’s Magic series.
Warning: This book contains coarse language and explicit scenes, including depictions of sexual violence that may upset or offend some readers.
Cover Reveal Video:
https://youtu.be/4x3e9vm81LI
Add to your Goodreads TBR:
Winter's Maiden 1
September 20, 2020
Congratulations to our winners
I have just drawn 5 lucky readers who have won signed paperback copies of my new release, From Prying Eyes.
Congratulations to:
Racheal Maricle
Jeanna Massman
Brenda
Mick Loves Books
Skye Bailey
If you are one of these Goodreads users, please fill out this form to claim your prize:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ff69...
All prizes must be claimed before 31st October.
You can see the prize draw video here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=102...
Congratulations to:
Racheal Maricle
Jeanna Massman
Brenda
Mick Loves Books
Skye Bailey
If you are one of these Goodreads users, please fill out this form to claim your prize:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ff69...
All prizes must be claimed before 31st October.
You can see the prize draw video here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=102...
