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June 28, 2018

Deepest Midnight by Clara Winter



Deepest MidnightThe Immortal Kindred SeriesBook OneClara Winter
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Publisher: Inkspell Publishing
Date of Publication: June 25, 2018
ISBN: 978-1-945910-64-7
Number of pages: 162Word Count: 48,903
Tagline: True love never dies
Book Description:
True love never dies. At least it doesn’t for Millicent, a once French noblewoman turned immortal vampire. Her big problem is that the love of her life was murdered before she was granted immortality. Forever is a long time to live in despair. 240 years later, she happens upon an English actor named Jack, who happens to look exactly like her dead lover.
Trying to figure out Jack’s true soul identity becomes complicated by her own uncertainty, Jack’s mortality, and the other man in Millicent’s life. Alexandre, her maker and companion, isn’t going to make it too easy for her. Millicent must decide if she’s going to continue to be led by others or take the reins and drive the outcome of her life.
Deepest Midnight is set in modern day Savannah, Ga with occasional glimpses back to 18th century France.

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Excerpt 2:
I reach into my clutch to take out my phone. Someone may as well get lucky tonight. Before I can begin my text, Alexandre is next to me. Being psychically linked to him stinks sometimes. Ok, all the time. If I wasn’t so lazy, I would learn how to shield my thoughts. I put my phone away. He says, “You know I hate texting.” “Why are you whispering? Who could possibly hear us?” I ask, in my sweetest southern belle accent. Irritating him is what I do best, although he doesn’t always take the bait. “Do you see her?” He pauses, looking around. “There she is in the back, next to the man with the copper hair. Don’t you have a thing for gingers, Mills?” He tugs on my arm, pointing with his other hand, as I look up. Alexandre starts explaining how he is going to approach her. I roll my eyes. He thinks he can just walk up to a world-famous movie star, throw up an eyebrow, and she’ll be stripping naked. The annoying thing is, she probably will. On the last half of my eye roll, I lock eyes with a man who was murdered over two hundred years ago. All the breath leaves my body.


About the Author:

Clara Winter grew up reading Anne of Green Gables, The Secret Garden, and Alice in Wonderland, while watching Buck Rogers, Star Trek, and Doctor Who. Writing her own stories naturally ensued. She is a wife, mother, and former school counselor, with a Master’s Degree in Counseling. Amy is from Colorado Springs, Co and currently resides in Mission Viejo, Ca. 
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Published on June 28, 2018 02:30

Available for Pre-Order Vordol's Vow by Dena Garson


*************Some vows are meant to be broken*************


Vordol's VowRising SonsBook 2Dena Garson 
Publication Date: July 3, 2018
ASIN: B07DLNLY12
Genre: Sci-Fi Romance/Space Opera
Book Description:
A long time ago Vordol Silveira learned that if he wanted to become the best bodyguard in the galaxy he needed to keep everyone except his brothers at arm’s length. That vow served him well until he runs into the now grown-up daughter of his former mentor while working a security job aboard the LS Quantum.
Pitannah Lorento is a Quantum waitress who dreams of winning this year’s intergalactic burlesque competition in order to pay for her mother’s expensive medical treatment. Seeing Vordol again brings back years of unfulfilled desires – a distraction she doesn’t need. Yet, she’s no longer an awkward teenager and he is sexier than ever.
Vordol’s client’s safety has always come first but when Pitannah is threatened, his heart demands he make her priority. If he somehow manages to keep them both safe through the competition, his vow may become obsolete.
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About the Author:
Dena Garson is an award winning author of contemporary, paranormal, fantasy, and sci-fi romance. Her sixth book, Mystic’s Touch, won the 2015 Passionate Plume for Futuristic/Fantasy/Sci-Fi as well as the 2015 Reader’s Choice Award for Science Fiction/Fantasy/Time Travel. Ghostly Persuasion was a finalist in the 2014 Passionate Ink contest and the 2014 Reader’s Choice Award.
When she isn't writing you can find her at her jewelry workbench playing with beads. She is also a devoted Whovian and Dallas Cowboys fan.
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June 27, 2018

Cover Reveal Circo del Herrero Vol 2 - The Pre-Programming



The Pre-Programming Circo del Herrero (The Blacksmith’s Circus)Vol. 2B.L.A. and G.B. Gabbler
Genre: Mythpunk, Urban Fantasy
Publisher: SOBpublishing
Date of Publication: October 2018
Number of pages: 421Word Count: 143,700
Cover Artist: SOBpublishing
Tagline: Vulcan’s ancient Automata find their purpose rebooted in the second installment of the CIRCO DEL HERRERO series.
Book Description:
The crippled god of metallurgy, fire, and alchemy has many names and many faces—sometimes Hephaestus, Ptah, or Vulcan. He changes to suit his needs. And just like his names, his creations have gone through countless revisions. This time, he’s finally onto something—his Automata have turned the heads of other gods. They’ve noticed their pre-programmed potential. There’s a reason Vulcan didn’t scrap the Automata—a reason he left them in the care of humans all this time. They were just the beta testers for his most intricate windup toy yet…
Vulcan’s ancient Automata find their purpose rebooted in the second installment of the CIRCO DEL HERRERO/THE BLACKSMITH’S CIRCUS series. Their immortal human Masters will drop like flies—superfluous in the next round as the gods shuffle in a new deck of fateful cards. The Masters can choose how and when, but they will all die to free the Automata of their earthly chains. Odys and his Automaton, Maud, struggle to protect his twin sister from the plotting of his dual-bodied adversaries. But his sister, Odissa, finds herself a willing participant in The Blacksmith’s latest exhibition—could she be the missing cog to the god’s tightly wound machine all along?
In this thrilling sequel to THE AUTOMATION, the Narrator and Editor drag readers deeper into the dark history and even darker future of Automata. When the subterranean god emerges with his postlapsarian blueprint, so will the truth about B.L.A. and G.B. Gabbler. Ideal for fans of Scott Hawkin’s The Library at Mount Char, Jo Walton’s The Just City, and all the way to Homer’s The Odyssey, THE PRE-PROGRAMMING is a literary outrage that dares you to keep reading between the lines and the footnotes.

The Automation 
Book One in the Circo del Herrero Series 
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Excerpt: ‘“Why did you call me Dorothy?” Odissa seized the sides of his face, as if she had Dorian trapped now. “Why? Do you not like this yellow brick road I’m escorting you down?” He sunk lower into the tub, angling her grip on him. Her fingers slid a little on his wet skin. His hair touched the water and fanned out like an aura. He wanted to make sure her hands were still playing nicely. “That’s not a real answer, Dorian.” She leaned into him. He floated away from her. He spread out his arms along the tub. His grey eyes closed, readying himself. “I suppose you have a right to know. Odys will tell you eventually, I’m sure. He couldn’t keep his mouth shut.”“About what?”He rubbed a finger over his pink upper lip at a false itch. “I knew your real parents, Odissa. At least, I think I did. But I won’t tell you more than that.” “Why not?” “Not only would your brother hate me for it, but…” He trailed off. “Since when do you care what my brother wants? I think he’ll be too distracted about the other stuff we’ve done to care if you tell me. And does this mean he knows? Why does he know but I don’t? It isn’t fair.” “Your brother knows as much as I do. And believe me, that means he’s not sure of anything.”“Not sure of what, Dorian?” He merely smiled. “I’m going to make the others adore you, Odissa. Just you wait. I need to warn you that when they start arriving they might be a little suspicious about what we’ve been up to. They might not understand. Don’t worry. I’ll handle it. They’ll love you. They’ll let me save you.”“Save me?” “When we find Madus, he’ll be perfect for you. A twin for a twin.” She had no idea what he was talking about. “Then Leeland will never get to you. No one will ever take you away from me again.” He was smiling to himself once more, his finger back at that lip. “Exactly how many times have I been taken away before?” “Once, in the past. But an Automaton will keep you here with me forever. You understand? Maybe then—once you have an Automaton—you’ll understand what happened to your parents, why I did what I had to. The Automaton will explain everything.” “What did you do to my parents, Dorian?” Her heart was making the water ripple despite her body remaining still. “I don’t want an Automaton.” “Your brother wants you to have one too.” To himself, “That’s why he went so willingly to Rosemund.”  Not sure what he meant, “He won’t give me one if I do not want one.” “None of us were really given a choice, Odissa. You think you will be? And the others will want to make me happy. I will win them over. I will gain their votes. Why wouldn’t you want an Automaton? You either become one of us or we get rid of you eventually. Why not finalize the deal? You have no life to go back to.” “You’ve made sure of that, haven’t you?” He licked his lip, wondering why she was so obstinate. Could she not see what he meant? Surely—for she could see everything else. “Then let me know why you won’t tell me. Why can’t you tell me why I’m Dorothy?” His jaw clenched. He did not like her persistence. “You would hate me, that’s why.” “What if I promised I wouldn’t? Why would it change so much between us? Aren’t we destined to be in love with each other?” “No. I’m destined to be in love with you. The gods promised us nothing about your love.” “You were angry with me when I didn’t say I was married. Now you’re the one hiding the truth.”  The water rippled as he huffed. “Leeland has leverage—family members, pets, friends. He uses leverage to try and get our Automatons. He had leverage on me, but…I still have an Automaton, Odissa. You understand what I’m saying?”He heard her try to swallow. “Do you understand, Odissa?”’
About the Authors:
BLA and GB Gabbler [really just a pen name – singular] are the Editor and Narrator behind the Circo del Herrero series. THE AUTOMATION, vol. 1 of the series, is a mythpunk novel that puts a postmodern spin on how we interpret myth and literature. Gabbler’s work typically explores ways in which robots and religion intersect. You can read more of their work on the Fanzine. Their second volume, THE PRE-PROGRAMMING, is scheduled for release in 2018. You can read the first volume for free.
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Website:  https://circodelherreroseries.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CircoFootnotes  
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Published on June 27, 2018 03:00

Guest Blog - Victorian Town by Nancy Thorne



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It didn’t take me long to realize that writing a novel involving time travel meant doing a lot of research. I couldn’t thrust my character back in time anywhere without matching her surroundings with realism, unless my story was going to be a total fantasy with rules of its own. I was surprised at the amount of time such research required. And it was mandatory, right off the bat, up front and center, before beginning the story itself.

Exactly how much did a bottle of anything cost in the eighteen hundreds? How was anything kept cold? Did ice cream even exist? Whose job was it to light the street lamps? Did young women always wear hats when outside? If washrooms didn’t yet exist, what did the facilities of the time look like? Where did young women wash their long hair? What colors were popular in clothes, furnishings and décor like wallpaper? Was wallpaper popular back then? 

I’m sure you get my drift … so many things to find out. And the thing is, everything I learned helped me to immerse myself into the lives of my characters. Subconsciously becoming a part of their world allowed each character to show me their unique personality. 

There is a scene in Victorian Town that takes place during a ball – a pivotal scene in my novel. I waited until nightfall to write this scene, which was the exact time it took place in my book. I listened to a haunting waltz as I typed. And when my husband walked into the room and saw tears streaming down my face, he thought my mental health had taken a downturn. But I was simply living within the lives of my characters at that moment, and felt the emotion as if I was right there with them.

Readers who like to read novels with elements of time travel do so for the whole effect. The uniqueness and diversity of times past are things we can’t ever truly experience. It’s up to writers to reclaim bygone worlds in ways that make readers want to turn each page and live in the moment themselves … and maybe shed a tear or two.



Victorian TownNancy Thorne
Genre: Paranormal Romancewith time travel and mystery elements
Publisher: Soul Mate Publishing
Date of Publication: March 28th, 2018
ISBN: 978-1-68291-639-1ASIN: B07B65543D
Number of pages: 196Word Count: 56,000
Cover Artist: Rae Monet
Tagline: Abby Parker has a modern life. Too bad someone in the 19th century needs it.
Book Description:
Abby Parker planned out her whole life: complete her final year of high school, go to college, get a job, move away from her insane family, stay best friends with Jessica.
But, that was before she broke into the nearby tourist attraction and unwittingly answered a call from a centuries-old spirit who dragged her into the 19th century.

Now she must solve a Victorian mystery without getting herself killed, or worse, spend a lifetime trapped in the past, leaving behind everyone she loves and altering their lives forever.
When she meets gorgeous Benjamin, the future looks a lot like wreckage.
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Excerpt
I waited for him to make the next move, to tell me how inappropriate, how forward that was of me. As I struggled to think of how best to offer an explanation, he turned to me. Gently but deliberately, he moved his hand up my arm, stopping at the nape of my neck beneath the ribbon of the bonnet.The moment he leaned in, I closed my eyes. His lips, soft and full, touched mine with the modest pressure of an indecisive act. A warm energy coursed through my body, but the strangest thing was that everything felt unbelievably familiar, like it had all been rehearsed before that moment. I held onto this profound feeling, not wanting it to leave, until Ben removed his lips from mine.Even with the whistled melodies from a pair of cardinals outside the church's entrance, the following silence felt awkward. It persisted, and I assumed Ben was already regretting kissing me."Miss Abigail−" I brought up a hand and covered his mouth. "It's okay."We walked down the hill without saying another word. A lot of activity was happening on Main Street: coaches lined the front of the Royal Hotel as travelers zipped in and out of the main entrance; horse carts delivered goods in dashes of haste; store merchants hurried beyond their open doors; street sellers sold goods out of baskets; helpers swept the boardwalk; ladies could be seen purchasing last minute necessities behind the windows of each shop.Ben accompanied me up the stairs of Town Hall's entrance and stopped on the landing before we reached the front door. I peered through the window. Martha arranged long-stemmed flowers in a vase on a table at the side of the ballroom. A young man placed a candelabra on a table and then another on top of a piano. Ben had already started back to the street when I turned. He waved. I waved back. Still a chance he'll change his mind.The gloves were easier to remove now that one was missing its button. I placed them, and the button, on the ledge of the window and took off the ring.Jess was still sitting on my bed when the haze cleared, but her tapping fingers had moved from her chin, which now rested on her knuckles. It was obvious it had taken longer for me to return this time. It made sense to me right then that the ring held within it a finite amount of energy with which to transport me to the past and back home, like a battery depleting its energy with each use. And, I had no idea how to recharge it.

About the Author:
Nancy Thorne is an award-winning author of fiction inspired by the romance and courage of youth.
Born and raised in a suburb of Toronto, she fostered a passion for creating stories in grade school but hid it much too well. Five years ago she decided to pursue her lifelong dream of telling them.
When she's not writing books or reading, you can find her going on road trips or cooking untested recipes for brave family members and friends.
Nancy lives outside of Toronto with her husband, two sons, and an energetic fox-red Labrador.
She loves to hear from her readers, even just to say hi. Find her online at www.nancythorne.com
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June 26, 2018

A Bewitching Tuesday

INTERVIEW WITH CLARA WINTER (Deepest Midnight) #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/lizW30kFvhU

An Interview with When Darkness Follows: Beyond the Grave Series, Author, Athena Daniels. The only man who can save her, is the one she swore she’d never see again… *Excerpt* #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/OYNO30kFvrn

SPOTLIGHT - Love Is Just A State of Mind: Desperate Housewives Stories of Love by Natasha Brooks #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/cFHA30kFvop

Alien Revelation by Nicole Krizek #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/lIyg30kFw9L

#BookTour #Excerpt & #Giveaway for Embracing The Demon by Beth Woodward!! @beththewoodward #books #UrbanFantasy #Fantasy #booklovers #demons #authors #coverlove #bookblast #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/nPzG30kFvlY

passion, intrigue, and a treasure - The Seafaring Rogue (Pirates of Britannia Book 8) by Sky Purington #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/Qnie30kFvvG

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Published on June 26, 2018 08:55

The Seafaring Rogue by Sky Purington




The Seafaring RoguePirates of Britannia WorldThe MacLomain SeriesA New Beginning Spin-OffSky Purington     
Genre:  Historical Romance
Publisher: DragonMedia Publishing
Date of Publication:  June 26th
ASIN: B07DCG6RT6
Number of pages:  199Word Count:  47, 000
Book Description:
Left for dead on the shores of Scotland, Fraser MacLomain falls in love with the healer who saves him. Yet Elspeth MacLauchlin has deep dark secrets. Hidden truths rooted in a century old family feud. A vendetta that is soon resurrected by vicious enemies who steal her away during a late night pirate attack.
Bent on saving her and reaping revenge, Fraser embraces a life of piracy. Cutthroat, out for blood, he relentlessly pursues his nemesis long after rumor has Elspeth dead. Long after he abandons love for bitterness. But even a hardened heart can be thawed, as he soon discovers when catching his foe begins a high seas adventure ripe with passion, intrigue, and treasure.
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Excerpt
“The plaid looks good,” she remarked, eying Fraser with appreciation.She had worked tirelessly to mend his ripped and tattered MacLomain tartan. Now he wore nothing but the plaid wrapped around his waist and over his shoulder. Another means to test her, she was sure. Because there was no finer sight than Fraser dressed as he was with his chiseled muscles bared to the world.“I think he enjoys his vanity fed,” Innis muttered as he grinned and rolled his eyes at the hill behind them. A hill that had hosted many a lass over the past few hours. Lasses, quite assuredly, out for a late-afternoon stroll to enjoy the view. And though they would claim otherwise, that view had nothing to do with the lovely bay.  Even Audric was aware of the women, his cheeks turning red when he dared a random peek over his shoulder.“Well, I would see Fraser’s vanity challenged,” Elspeth murmured, not speaking of his good looks as she picked up one of several swords Innis had brought down. One suited to her size. She met Fraser’s eyes in challenge. “Do ye accept, then?”His brows perked in interest. “Ye know how to fight?”“Of course,” she replied, wide-eyed. “’Twould be foolish in these tryin’ times not to, aye?”“I suppose ‘twould,” he concurred, a new spark in his eyes. One, she realized, born of a man who appreciated a woman who knew how to defend herself.  “So will ye then?” She made a show of testing the weight of the blade and even executed a few novice swings to prove she was good but not that good. When a small smirk hovered on his lips, and his eyes narrowed on her grip, she knew he had her figured out. “’Tis a good enough method making your opponent think ye cocky rather than talented,” he acknowledged. “But you’ll want to work some on your expression.”“My expression?”“Aye, ‘tis that of one with confidence, not insecurity.” He stepped close and brushed the pad of his weapon-roughened thumb between her brows. “It should furrow here as though ye are concentrating verra hard indeed.” Then he grazed it along her lips. “These should be turned down and mayhap wobble a wee bit as ye begin to doubt yourself. As if ye just realized ye took on more than ye can handle facing off with your particular enemy.” After that, he dusted the outer edge of her brow indicating her eyes. “And these, of course, are your best weapon if you’re fighting a lad. Use them to look him over as if sizing him up.” A knowing gleam lit his eyes. “A look as if you’re trying to determine his weaknesses but realize mayhap there’s something to be attracted to instead.”“I willnae do that,” she rebuffed, chuckling despite herself. “’Tis foolish.”“I dinnae know.” Innis stroked the braids in his beard as he contemplated Elspeth. “I think Fraser is right. Especially when it comes to ye.”“’Twill make me seem daft!” she retaliated. “’Twill make ye seem as your rival likely expects ye to be,” Fraser counseled, still close enough that she could feel his heat. “A lass with a proper eye to pleasing a lad instead of a disobedient hellion trying to be something she’s not.”When she narrowed her eyes, he merely shrugged and grinned. “I didnae say I agree with that mindset.” He stepped back and held his sword at arm’s length. “I’m more the sort that enjoys a wee lassie with a bit of backbone.”“Good then.” She straightened said backbone and held her blade at the ready, wishing she wore trousers instead of a skirt. They eyed one another and circled before she came at him fast. When he dodged, she spun quickly, came in low only for him to leap back with a grin of approval.“Ye use your size to your advantage,” he praised. “And keep your movements quick but small.”“Aye.” She ducked beneath the swing of his blade. “Douglas always said to conserve my energy. Especially when fighting a seasoned warrior.”Innis guffawed. “Well, you’re certainly fighting such now, lassie!”“Your brother’s words were wise,” Fraser conceded as they continued battling. While she knew he was holding back some, she could tell by his random nods of approval that it wasn’t as much as he thought it would be. Yet as they continued crossing swords, she saw something shift in his eyes moments before he came at her a little harder. While she initially thought he was competitive and could not help himself, she soon realized it was for another reason altogether. He truly cared about her well-being and wanted her to fight the best she could.So as they fought and her energy waned, he offered not only praise where it was due but pointed out her every weakness. An elbow held too high on a swing. The incorrect angle of her knee when lunging. Breathing too heavily when she should be trying to measure her breaths for certain movements and speed. His was a well-balanced dance. A very specific manipulation of the body that included a mixture of thought out planning and spontaneity.  By the time they were finished, she was sore in places she had never felt pain. “Thank ye,” she managed, as she tossed aside her blade, planted her hands on her knees and tried to catch her breath. “I will be feeling this for days, I imagine.”“’Tis good.” He smiled. “’Twill give ye a better idea of what needs strengthening.”
 Though not a lewd look by any means, as their eyes held, she got the strongest impression he longed to test other muscles as well. To see how limber she really was.
About the Author:
Sky Purington is the bestselling author of nearly forty novels and novellas. A New Englander born and bred who recently moved to Virginia, Sky was raised hearing stories of folklore, myth, and legend. When combined with a love for history, romance, and time-travel, elements from the stories of her youth found release in her books.
Purington loves to hear from readers and can be contacted at Sky@SkyPurington. Interested in keeping up with Sky’s latest news and releases? Either visit Sky’s website, www.SkyPurington.com, subscribe to her quarterly newsletter or sign up for personalized text message alerts. Simply text 'skypurington' (no quotes, one word, all lowercase) to 74121 or visit Sky’s Sign-up Page. Texts will ONLY be sent when there is a new book release. Readers can easily opt out at any time.
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Published on June 26, 2018 03:00

Spotlight and Review Date Night Dinners by Sloane Taylor



My Review


A delightful collection of recipes that sound delicious. I can't wait to give them a try. 
The recipes are written clearly and are easy to follow.  Even if your kitchen skill set is basic you should be able to complete these dishes without a problem.
There's something for all tastes- veggies, salads, beef, chicken, seafood.... I honestly didn't see one thing that I wouldn't try.
My top four favorites are:
BEEF BRAISED IN STOCK and RED WINE
PORK CHOPS and  APPLES
MARINATED PORK CHOPS BRAISED IN WINE
MUSTARD CHICKEN WITH CURLY PASTA
I'll actually be testing out the recipes for Beef Braised in Stock and Red Wine and the Mustard Chicken with Curly Pasta. So check back later this summer for full reviews of the recipes along with photos of how the dinners turn out.



Date Night DinnersSloane Taylor
Publisher: Toque and Dagger
Publication Date: May 29, 2018
ASIN: B07DD5HDVL
Page Count: 136 pages
Genre: Cookbook
About Date Night Dinners:
Ready to ignite that old flame? Or perhaps spark a new one? Take your partner by the hand and turn on your stove. A true romantic, award-winning author Sloane Taylor brings her creativity to the kitchen with easy-to-make meals sure to spark the intimacy and quality time you want with your special someone. Cooking together is only the start of the fun!
Create 45 complete dinners for two or flavor your evenings with a new dish. These 80 recipes use everyday foods already on most kitchen shelves. The recipes are easily increased for those fun times friends or family join your table.
Date Night Dinners, Meals to Make Together for a Romantic Evening, is an ideal gift for engagements, bridal showers, anniversaries, or for anyone who wants to spice things up.
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Sloane Taylor is an Award-Winning author with a second passion in her life. She is an avid cook and posts new recipes on her blog every Wednesday. The recipes are user friendly, meaning easy. Taylor currently has seven romance novellas released by Toque & Dagger Publishing. Her first solo venture into non-fiction is a cookbook with eighty of her favorite recipes DATE NIGHT DINNERS , Meals to Make Together for a Romantic Evening

Excerpts from her books can be found on her website , blog, and all popular vendors. Connect with Taylor on Facebook and Twitter .








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June 25, 2018

A Bewitching Monday

Interview Beth Woodward Author of Embracing the Demon #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/IFrm30kEfHb

INTERVIEW WITH NICOLE KRIZEK (Alien Revelation) #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/3BtC30kEfnx

INTERVIEW WITH NANCY THORNE (Victorian Town) #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/m1i230kEflV

Excerpt Spotlight: When Darkness Follows (Beyond the Grave Series Book Four) by Athena Daniels + giveaway #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/14SD30kEfTl

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Deepest Midnight The Immortal Kindred Series Book One Spotlight Tour #Giveaway! #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/grAW30kEfxK

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True love never dies - Deepest Midnight (One of the Immortal Kindred #1) by Clara Winter #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/THTj30kEfz7

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June 22, 2018

Book Reviewers Wanted

Available for Review in the Bewitching Library

Moon Promise by Carmen Fox Genre: Paranormal romance
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Flesh by Laura Bickle Genre: YA Horror/Paranormal/Fantasy
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Goblin Fires by Brantwijn Serrah Genre: Erotic LGBT Fantasy
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Corsair’s Cove Chocolate Shop The Complete Set Books 1-5 Genre: sweet small town romances with a paranormal twist https://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

The Dragon’s Playlist by Laura Bickle Genre: Contemporary Fantasy
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Beyond the Grave Series Books 1-4 by Athena Daniels Genre: Paranormal Romancehttps://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

The Devourer by Chris Chelser Genre: Paranormal Suspense
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Where Worlds Meet by Lucinda Elliot Genre: Spoof Gothic Historical Paranormal https://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

That Scoundrel Emile Dubois by Lucinda Elliot Genre: Spoof Gothic Paranormal Historical
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Ravensdale by Lucinda Elliot Genre: Spoof Historical Romance
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Animal Graph by M.Black Genre: Sci-Fi Post-Apocalyptic Action-Adventure
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Prairie Fire by Terri Branson Genre: Western Romance
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Musk Rain by Terri Branson Genre: Paranormal Romance
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Dragon’s Den by Terri Branson Genre: Science Fiction
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Exotiqa by M Black Genre: YA Sci-Fi Dystopian Cyberpunk
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The Duchess Quest by C.K. Brooke Genre: Romantic Adventure Fantasy
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The Sugar Maple Chronicles 4 Book Collection by Barbara Bretton Genre: Paranormal romance
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Enchanted – The Wedding Story by Barbara Bretton Genre: PNR/Mystery
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Unorthodox by S. Peters-Davis Genre: Paranormal Suspense-Thriller Romance
with a good dollop of Supernatural
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Scion’s Destiny by Traci Douglass Genre: Paranormal Romance
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Gallowglass by Jennifer Allis Provost Genre: urban fantasy, paranormal romance
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Texting Prince Charming by Patty Carothers and Amy Brewer Genre: YA Contemporary Romance https://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

Blood Moon: Diary of a Highland Massacre by Christine Church Genre: Historical Paranormal Romance https://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

The Pact by Brantwijn Serrah Genre: Supernatural Weird West https://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

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Published on June 22, 2018 09:42

A Bewitching Friday

Writing with Kids- Juggling Parenting and a Writing Career with Athena Daniels #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/slzF30kCo4J

Poetry Corner with Natasha Brooks - I am fearless...love #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/RmJ030kCo0l

EMBRACING THE DEMON BY BETH WOODWARD
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Join the Party to celebrate the release of Deepest Midnight by Clara Winter Monday June 25 9 PM - 11 PMEST
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For a limited time Bewitching Book Tours is offering a FREE 6 month listing in our review library with any tour package purchased
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Love Is Just A State of Mind: Desperate Housewives Stories of Love by Natasha Brooks #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/Q9rS30kCo2u

it may be too late… Embracing the Demon by Beth Woodward #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/46xu30kCnWt

Available for Review Texting Prince Charming by Patty Carothers and Amy Brewer Genre: YA Contemporary Romance https://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

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Alien Revelation The Arathian Series Book Four Spotlight Tour #Giveaway! #bewitchingbooktours http://ow.ly/WJVW30kCnQf

Available for review Blood Moon: Diary of a Highland Massacre by Christine Church Genre: Historical Paranormal Romance https://bewitchingbooktours.blogspot....

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