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Teaser Tuesday: Battle Scars (2)

Layla snapped her fingers. Fire rose from the ground. There appeared to be something encased in it. Or was it someone? A muffled scream. The shape inside becoming clearer. A person bound in burning ropes, writhing and screaming for help. I knew that voice. I would recognize it anywhere. “Lola,” I yelped. Her skin was licked with burn marks. They were burning her alive. Lola’s panicked, grey eyes found mine. “Callie!” she screamed right before Layla snapped her fingers again and extinguished the fire, taking Lola down with it.

Teaser Tuesday: Battle Scars (1)

Scratch step two. As I played out different plans in my mind, I felt my body heat up. I ignored it at first because I thought it might have just been my blood pressure rising from the stress of everything, but when my entire body felt submerged in flames and Oli quickly pulled his hand out of my to shake it out, I knew something was wrong. Not now, I thought.

Cover/Title Reveal!

Hello everyone! I was lucky enough to be a part of the cover/title reveal for Michelle Warren's second book in The Seraphina Parrish trilogy! The title for book two is . . . PROTECTING TRUTH!
Before I reveal the cover, let me show you the cover of Wander Dust in case any of you haven't seen it yet.

Isn't it simply gorgeous?
And now the moment you've all been waiting for . . .

So, so, so, so pretty!!!
AND

I got my copy! Get yours now!

WHERE YOU CAN FIND THE AUTHOR

Website
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Goodreads
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Book Trailer - You Tube

YA Fest 2012!

Hello all! Yes, I suck at updating my blog. BUT I have some exciting news for you! First, how many of you love YA novels? Well this year will be the first year of the YA FEST to be held on Saturday August 4th at the Palmer Branch of the Easton Public Library in Easton, Pennsylvania. The exciting news is that I will be attending the YA FEST as an author. Yes, you read it correctly! I WILL BE THERE AS AN AUTHOR AND NOT JUST ANOTHER FAN. Okay, I will be there as a fan too because there are tons of AMAZING authors attending. Want to learn more? You can find more info on Facebook, Twitter, or their Blog! Check it out!

Awesome Giveaway!

Check out this fantastic giveaway hosted by Mocha Latte!

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COVER REVEAL: Falling Away (Falling #2)

Falling Away (Falling #2)Devon Ashley2013
Synopsis: Jenna's first two years of community college are almost over and it's time to decide where to finish her degree. Should she stay near Harvard to be with Robert, or off to Rutgers, where she really wants to go? Their life together seems perfect but she can't help thinking that maybe there's something more out there. As Sophie and Jhett's wedding nears and Jenna is swamped with Maid of Honor duties, she begins to question if she and Robert will live happily ever after too. Right on cue with her doubts, a familiar dream boy pops up in her dreams again. But Chance's entrance is as abrupt as his exit and Jenna's left wondering about his safety. Concern and curiosity get the best of her and a trip back home puts her within arm's reach of a man that still adores her. Only question is, are Jenna's nerves just playing with her over Robert, or is she suddenly realizing she should've chosen Chance?

Review: Forsaken Harbor (Summer Chronicles #2)

Forsaken Harbor (Summer Chronicles #2) by Laura Kreitzer
Website: http://www.laurakreitzer.com
Twitter: laurakreitzer
eBook, 228 pages
Published February 15, 2012 by Revolution Publishing Inc. (first published February 12, 2012)
Age range: 14 years
ISBN13: 9781937790011

(Goodreads)SummaryThe Secret Clock Society has infiltrated every aspect of the government. You can't hide from them, you can't out run them—the only choice is to surrender or die fighting. Well, Summer's found her voice and her confidence. She'll fight if necessary, but for now she's on the run. And the only place that can offer her refuge is the one city that's been devastated with disease and death. Full of savages, Forsaken Harbor holds her life on the edge of a knife. Is there still hope to be found here after all? Or will survival mean savagery?

ReviewSummer's story begins right where Phantom Universe ends and you're immediately thrown into non-stop twists and turns. Forsaken Harbor definitely outshines Phantom Universe in every way. Being able to "live" through Summer's growth into the person she has become in the second novel was just amazing. There's something about Summer that makes you want to stick with her through everything and help her fight her battles along the way.
The one thing I really enjoyed about Forsaken Harbor was the growth of each character we've grown to love from the first book. And we fianlly get to meet Julian who is just as swoon-worthy as Gage (if that's even possible)! We see the deeper part of what makes Julian, Julian. By the end of the story I was on the fence with the teams (Team Julian or Team Gage). They both hold a special place in Summer's heart and I couldn't decided who to pick.
Just when you think the worst is about to happen, Laura throws in a breath-stopper of an ending. Now you would think being on Laura's editing team I'd know what's in store for the next book but she refuses to tell me. I can't even begin piecing together what the ending meant or what it means for Burning Falls. I suggest getting your hands on Phantom Universe & Forsaken Harbor if you're down for the non-stop action and adventures of a YA Dystopian Fantasy.
5 Stars

About The Author Phantom Universe by Laura Kreitzer is both well reviewed & currently a free download http://bit.ly/zmMhjR

Laura Kreitzer is a published fiction author who hails from western Kentucky. Her full-time 9-5 job used to be working in a lab devoted to water dye-tracing investigations at Western Kentucky University, though her passion was always writing.

Shadow of the Sun is the first book in the Timeless Series of books about a young woman, Gabriella, who is a doctor in charge of paranormal investigations at an influential government lab. A sudden delivery to her lab reveals the possibility that Angels actually exist and she must use her skills in both science and discernment to decide if the previously thought of science fic...morePhantom Universe by Laura Kreitzer is both well reviewed & currently a free download http://bit.ly/zmMhjR

Laura Kreitzer is a published fiction author who hails from western Kentucky. Her full-time 9-5 job used to be working in a lab devoted to water dye-tracing investigations at Western Kentucky University, though her passion was always writing.

Shadow of the Sun is the first book in the Timeless Series of books about a young woman, Gabriella, who is a doctor in charge of paranormal investigations at an influential government lab. A sudden delivery to her lab reveals the possibility that Angels actually exist and she must use her skills in both science and discernment to decide if the previously thought of science fiction is a reality.

The main character is similar to the author in many ways, the least of which is her incredible intelligence. Both Gabriella and Laura are both strong women who let very little stand in their way.

Becoming a published author is a harrowing, and often disheartening, experience. Laura bravely decided to pursue the path of self-publishing. The editing experience was an exercise in patience as version after version were carefully picked apart for proper grammar, spelling, formatting, and appropriate storyline continuity. After several months of Shadow of the Sun being available for purchase, she was offered a job and an offer to publish her first novel at Obsidian Mountain Publishing, which she accepted.

Although the storyline of Shadow of the Sun poured from her fingertips onto her computer screen, the process itself of bringing the book to life has been one of hard work and dedication and Laura has also decided to use this website not only to promote her book, but also for author support to encourage other writers to publish their work and become authors in the eyes of the rest of the world.

Please keep in mind that this website is a work in progress, as is everything in life. That being said, the team that supports Laura is always ready and willing to answer any questions that adults or young adults may have regarding her process to becoming published and the intense determination she has shown to make it a reality.

You may contact Laura via email at laura@revolutionpublish.com

Facebook Challenge

Hello! Anyone out there?! I have a challenge for eveyone of you. Want to hear about it? Here it goes! On March 30, all Facebook Pages will get a new design. It's basically just like the timeline but it's revamped for the Pages. If you're not sure what the timeline for Facebook looks like, here it is:  The cool thing is I can also have a cover photo for my page (on this timeline, it's the water at the top)! So the challenge: Those of you who are interested can accept the challenge and get the chance to design me a cover photo for my Page. The winner will receive a signed copy of Elemental Reality AND Battle Scars (when it comes out) along with a whole lot of swag. Sound good? You guys in? Let me know. The Rules:Be creative!It can go along with my current series OR me in general. Like me being an author.You have until March 30th since that's when the Pages will officially change.All entries should be submitted to my email: cesya.cuono@revolutionpublish.comHAVE FUN!
AND GO!

February R.A.K. Wrap-Up

Ah, the end of another great RAK month. Thank you Book Soulmates for coming up with this great idea!

Sent
The Future of Us to Amanda at Hippies Beauty and Books

Cinder (eBook) to Amber at The Musings of Almybnenr


Received

Here (eBook) from Dani at Refracted Light