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May 12, 2025

Idle – Spotlight & Giveaway

 

Some women run from trouble…others out-think it

Idle

Sadie Hawkins Mysteries Book 2

by Patricia C. Lee

Genre: Amateur Sleuth Mystery

Sadie Hawkins thought her toughest challenge was keeping her
small freight business afloat—until her best friend, Tanya Woods, is arrested
for murder. With the police convinced Tanya is guilty, Sadie attempts to prove
her friend’s innocence before it’s too late.

As Sadie launches her own investigation with her crew, they use their special
skills and step outside the law to uncover dark secrets tied to StreetSmart;
Tanya’s workplace that provides a support system for rehabilitated young adult
offenders. While her search for the truth intensifies, Sadie and her associates
find themselves in a dangerous web of betrayal, lies, hidden motives, and
vengeance.

With her business at risk, her trust tested and best friend on the line, Sadie
must rely on both her instincts and the loyalty of those around her as she
strives to find the killer. However, in a world full of secrets, even friends
can become enemies and the truth might be more than she can handle.

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First Gear

Sadie Hawkins Mysteries Book 1

In the heart of Texas, Sadie Hawkins’ entrepreneurial dreams
take flight when a golden opportunity lands in her lap: hauling antiquities.
But when calamity strikes she finds herself not just fighting for her business,
but for her freedom.

Determined to clear her name, Sadie dives into her own
investigation, leaning on a motley crew of rehabilitated young adult offenders
known as StreetSmart for support. Racing against the clock, confronting both
her past and a deadly adversary, Sadie discovers that this mystery holds more
than just her future – it holds her life in the balance.

Embark on a gripping journey with Sadie as she untangles the
web of danger and deceit threatening to consumer her in this suspenseful
mystery that will keep you turning pages.

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Pat is an
Amazon bestselling author and playwright who has had a love affair with the
written word since childhood, many times immersing herself in the stories of
Enid Blyton and Carolyn Keene. An active imagination gave inspiration to short
stories and her first play as a teen.

Her
full-length play, The Truth About Lies, was staged at a regional
theatrical competition in 2006.  She was selected as “One of 50
Authors You Should be Reading” in 2012. One of her novels achieved a
finalist slot in the 2013 International Book Award Contest – fantasy category.
And her Daughters of the Crescent Moon Trilogy
garnered second place in the 2016 Paranormal Romance Guild Reviewers Choice for
Best Series.  She is also the winner of
the 15th Annual Writer’s Digest Short Story contest for A Holy Night.

Although
still in pursuit of a place truly called home, Pat shares her life with a
husband and cats, all of which claim rule over the house at one point or
another. Besides dreaming up the next novel, she enjoys traveling, baking,
camping, wine, and of course reading – not necessarily in that order. And she
believes chocolate should be its own food group.

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May 7, 2025

Nontraditional Plot Structures – Spotlight & Giveaway

 

A FREE ebook that introduces neurodiverse writers (and
neurotypical) to plot structures beyond the commonly used hero’s Journey. These
plots are emotionally accessible, highly creative, and more
“traditional” than you’d expect.

Nontraditional Plot
Structures for Neurodiverse Writers

by Margie Pignataro

Genre: Nonfiction Literary Theory, Writer’s Guide

Born from a rejected dissertation proposal and reworked over
the course of 15 years into a compelling exploration of narrative, Nontraditional
Plot Structures for Neurodiverse Writers
 challenges conventional
storytelling norms. This free ebook delves into how nontraditional plot
structures resonate with neurodiverse writers, offering creative frameworks
that align with their artistic and intellectual strengths—traits often mislabeled
as obstacles.

Through engaging diagrams and dozens of links to free resources, this book
examines storytelling across diverse mediums, from Oedipus the King to Squid
Game
, spanning novels, poetry, visual arts, television, film, theater, and
even commercials. The Mona Lisa and Little Red Riding Hood provide illustrated
and textual examples of each plot structure. Whether you’re a writer seeking
fresh approaches or an artist questioning traditional narratives, this guide
provides valuable insights into storytelling beyond the expected.

This ebook lays the groundwork for a forthcoming second edition, arriving next
year, which will expand upon these ideas with deeper textual analyses,
practical exercises, and hands-on guidance to help you craft your own unique
narratives.

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I have been writing with serious intent for thirty years.
I’ve been published and produced multiple times. My education has focused on
literary theory, theater history and criticism, as well as creative writing. I
also sell my collage art in a Redbubble store.

I have been published as a playwright. I had articles about
Shakespeare published, as well as blog pieces. I’ve self-published several
novels and one book of poetry under the name Lady Ristretto. I have also
worked as a freelance erotica writer with individual clients.

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Building Your
Play: Theory and Practice for the Beginning Playwright, David Rush.

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Written by my late, great playwriting professor,
this is essential reading for anyone who wants to write traditional fiction.
Everything in this book I covered in two of my graduate seminars with
David. Learn the rules of traditional writing so you can learn how to break
them.

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Anaïs Nin wrote novels which are pure nontraditional
texts, to the point that they are difficult to consume for readers
expecting conventional actions. Lacking goals, climaxes, and any kind of a
Journey plot, her novels are psychological analyses of women characters
and their relationships. In my ebook, I explore an excerpt of Ladders to Fire
as having a Portrait plot structure.

David would loathe Nin’s work and Nin would chide David
for his rigid devotion to structures. Reading them together gives a fantastic
view of the differences of traditional and nontraditional writing.

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May 6, 2025

PJ and the Paranormal Pursuers – Spotlight & Giveaway

 

When PJ and his team of Paranormal Pursuers unearth the
sinister secrets of the Scottish village of Pittenweem’s witch-hunting past,
they must confront the malevolent spirit of a young boy to save the villagers
from chaos and terror.

The Phantoms of
Pittenweem

PJ and the Paranormal Pursuers Book 2

by Jacqui Dempster

Genre: YA, Teen Paranormal Adventure

After moving from New York to Edinburgh to live with his
aunt, PJ very quickly discovered the parallel worlds of the living and the dead
when he was forced to battle the evil Mackenzie Poltergeist at Greyfriars
Kirkyard.

Now, PJ and his fellow ghost-hunting friends are invited to
stay in the picturesque fishing village of Pittenweem in Fife, a place which,
unbeknown to them, has haunting echoes of its witch-hunting past.

However, their holiday promises to be anything but peaceful,
as witchcraft and superstition threatens to bring terror and chaos to the
villagers and the Paranormal Pursuers must face off with the malevolent spirit
of a young boy, Patrick Morton. Can they find a way to prevent him from
reviving the dark and sinister past of Pittenweem before it’s too late?

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The Mackenzie
Poltergeist

PJ and the Paranormal Pursuers Book 1

After his mom dies, PJ reluctantly leaves his New York home
and everyone he loves, to live with his Aunt Katie in Edinburgh. A series of
strange events begin when his aunt’s elderly neighbour and her cat Azrael
convince him that his mom, weirdly, is still very much with him.

At a bereavement counselling group, PJ makes a new group of
friends, all of whom have lost loved ones. Drawn together by their shared
experiences, they soon discover they have something else in common; an interest
in the supernatural. Freya is the daughter of a white witch, Sunny has a
scientific and enquiring mind and Shuggie, a superfan of ghost hunting
programmes. Led by PJ, they try to prove that there is life after death and
that their loved ones are still with them. The team receives strange messages leading
them to investigate Greyfriars Kirkyard where they experience terrifying
paranormal activity and PJ is drawn into the clutches of the evil Mackenzie
Poltergeist after reciting a famous rhyme that invites the restless spirit to
draw back the bolt of his scary mausoleum to allow him entry. There, he finds
himself in a fight of good against evil with the ghost of Sir George Mackenzie.


“If you are, or know someone who is a teenager with a newfound interest in the
supernatural and paranormal, this is the book for you.” 
The Courier and Advertiser (Fife Edition)

“PJ and his friends make a great group of characters, and there’s lots of
laughter to be had as well as scares, while ‘auld reekie’ provides the perfect
backdrop for these ghostly goings-on.”
 LoveReading4Kids & LoveReading4Schools

“This is a terrific story for teen readers to devour on a spooky autumn
evening.”
 The School Librarian
(TSL)

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Jacqui Dempster
qualified as a solicitor in 1999 but now works as a malpractice investigator
for an education and qualifications organisation. She lives in Dunfermline,
Fife, with partner, Andrew, and various ‘borrowed’ doggies who visit regularly.
Jacqui loves dogs, especially Jack Russell Terriers and thinks if they ruled
the world, it would be a better place! The doggy motifs on the cover of her
books represent Dug and Buddy who belong to the characters, Shuggie and PJ. Dug
is based on Jacqui’s own beloved Jack Russell Terrier, Smudge, and her
grandpup, Gus, both of whom have sadly passed over the Rainbow Bridge.

Jacqui loves
theatre and ran performing arts schools for young people in Fife. She produced
and directed various shows at the Edinburgh Fringe. When not either working or
writing, she loves to paint and crochet, and of course, read books.

Her first
children’s book in this series, PJ and the Paranormal Pursuers– The Mackenzie
Poltergeist, was published by The Book Guild in 2021.

Jacqui explains:
“The supernatural has featured in my life since I was young, with a grandfather
who saw ghosts regularly and other members of the family, on my Welsh side,
having strange experiences and even dabbling in magic! I studied on the
Edinburgh University Koestler Parapsychology course to learn about the science
of the Paranormal. I have also been on a few ghost investigations with mixed
results.

I live in Fife
nowadays and often visit the beautiful towns and villages within the county.
Fife was one of the famous areas where ‘witches’ were persecuted, and the story
of the Pitteweem Witches is particularly well known. In my book, the story is
told for a younger reader involving a contemporary allegory about one of the
young characters, Freya, who is a Wiccan. The subject of Scotland’s witches
came up in 2022, when an apology was issued by the then First Minister of
Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon to those persecuted, tortured and executed, and MSPs
were invited to consider legislation to pardon them.

I enjoy writing
about various places we’ve visited, and especially about any with spooky
stories attached on my Medium Daily Digest blog.”

Jacqui loves
history and enjoys embracing fact with fiction in her books which she hopes
encourages not only a love of reading in young people but also the desire to
learn about events of the past which often influence the present and the
future.

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Legends of the Vale – Cover Reveal and Giveaway

 

 

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 Fate weaves their paths; legend binds their names.

Child of Dawn

Legends of the Vale Book 1

by Leslie Anne Lee

Genre: Epic Dark Fantasy

Her anger enveloped her, Witch, So that was what she was to them.

Dagsbrún knew he was a monster… He had been called that
since birth. And yet, as he raged against his immortality, he dared to dream of
finding peace.

Enter the world of the Vale, ruled by elves and vampires. A
world destined for destruction unless a prophecy can be fulfilled, and two
individuals who are entirely opposite can find something in common.

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Silken Waters

Legends of the Vale Book 2

“War is hard. Sometimes, peace is even harder.”

Silken Waters transports readers back to the Vale, a realm
governed by magic and ruled by the ancient and powerful races of elves and
vampires. These two races have been at odds for thousands of years, forbidden
to associate, much less fall in love.

In the sequel to Child of Dawn, Rennault, the leader of the
bradach a faction Of vampire pirates- must face the changes brought by the
newfound peace in the Vale. When his and other bradach’s way of life is
threatened, he seeks to save his right to rule the waters, little does he know
that this endeavor will take him on an adventure that will change not only his
life but also the lives of everyone living in the Vale. He will be challenged
in love, brotherhood, and choosing between what is right and what is easy.

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Leslie Anne Lee has been writing since she was six years
old, crafting tales on newsprint paper with crayons before graduating to pen
and journal. Her passion for writing was evident from a young age, winning
recognition in school for her short stories and poetry. By high school,
Leslie had published her first novel, and as a college freshman, her
poetry garnered recognition from her state senator.

Leslie’s writing journey has been marked by determination
and resilience. Even as a new mother, she penned her second book while
bedridden with a fever. Her dedication to the craft has resulted in the
publication of six books across various genres, and her poetry has been
featured in several anthologies.

Leslie credits her success to the encouragement and
inspiration she received from her high school English and Drama teacher, Greg
Stobbe, as well as the unwavering support of her family and friends. Her
mother, who instilled in her a love of reading; her children, whom she wants to
inspire and teach that anything is possible; and her friends, who have
inspired, pushed, and motivated her to believe that she can and will be a successful
author. When she’s not writing, Leslie enjoys contributing to local film non-profits,
participating in red carpet premieres, and nurturing her creative spirit
through gardening, dancing, and helping her children make movies.

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April 30, 2025

A Deadly Combo – Blitz & Giveaway

A Deadly Combo

Mystery with a Punch!

A Deadly Combo

Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 1

by Karen A. Phillips

Genre: Cozy Mystery

“This fast-paced
read, filled with twists and turns, will keep readers glued to the pages until
they reach the very satisfying ending.”

—Cindy Sample, National Bestselling Author of the Laurel
McKay Mystery Series

“Rocky Nelson is just
the kind of heroine I love: strong, smart, fierce, and yet still vulnerable.”

—Eileen Rendahl, award-winning author

“This debut mystery
delivers a one-two punch!”

—Kim Davis, author

Phillips has
mastered the ‘whodunit’ craft.”

—R. Franklin James, award winning author

Sisters Rocky and Bridget are enjoying each other’s company
at a vintage trailerfest until they stumble over a corpse. The dead guy is none
other than the local trailer restorer Bridget was overheard threatening to
kill. Mounting evidence leads police to focus on Bridget as a person of
interest. Desperate to prove her sister innocent of murder, Rocky dons her own
deerstalker cap and goes sleuthing until she runs into police detective
Thompson who warns her off his case in no uncertain terms. But Rocky is
tenacious if not stubborn. Combined with a 78-year-old father who becomes her
sidekick, Rocky uses her courage and skills learned in boxing lessons to
protect her family and keep from becoming the killer’s next victim.

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A Deadly Match

Rocky Nelson Boxing Mystery Book 2

A Deadly
Match
 packs an Oscar-worthy punch!” 
—Holly West, author of
the Mistress of Fortune series and Anthony Award-winning editor of Killin’
Time in San Diego


In Book 2, Raquel (AKA Rocky)
investigates family secrets and murder.

 

Twin sisters Rocky and Bridget soon find themselves facing
another shocking mystery when Hollywood visits the Sierra Foothills.

Their aunt and uncle, both famous movie stars they haven’t
seen since their mother’s funeral, are in town to film a movie. Forced into
family togetherness, Rocky takes them on a tour of her boxing gym, which wasn’t
supposed to include a dead body.

When her beloved coach, Cutter, is arrested for the murder,
Rocky refuses to believe he’s guilty. Driven to clear his name, she embarks on
a dangerous investigation that leads her into a web of secrets, lies, and
unexpected betrayals. As the stakes get higher and the killer’s motives become
more twisted, Rocky realizes she may be fighting for more than just the
truth—she may be fighting for her own life.

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Karen A. Phillips enjoys writing mysteries, MG/YA fantasy,
and poetry. She resides in Northern California, and is a proud member of
Sisters In Crime and Willamette Writers.

. . . and yes, she does take boxing lessons.

Visit her at KarenAPhillips.com.

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April 29, 2025

Persephone’s Pool – Spotlight & Giveaway

 

New Age Crime Thriller That Will Leave You Breathless From
Shock And Excitement!

‘Sci-fi and mystery readers shouldn’t miss this one!’

– Readers Favorite

Persephone’s Pool

by Marie Montine

Genre: SciFi Crime Thriller

“The settings
and the unusual killings make for compelling, often unexpected material…A
detailed, futuristic detective story that is anything but typical.” –
 Kirkus
Reviews

“A scrumptious mix of suspense,
mystery, and intrigue makes Persephone’s Pool a delightful treat that sci-fi
and crime lovers will relish.” – 
Pikasho Deka for Readers’
Favorite


Seven meets Lucy in this New Age Crime Thriller that takes
investigators to different crime scenes on multiple planets on a dangerous,
mythological game of cat and mouse!

A hundred years from now people can visit any planet in the solar system and
take a vacation.
Despite all of the technological advancements, a new craving emerges:
spirituality.
With the Age of Aquarius on the threshold, intergalactic murders involving
mythology begin.
And it’s up to two investigators to find out why.
But the further they get into their investigation, the more dangerous the game
becomes.


‘Author Marie
Montine repeatedly pulls the rug out from under your feet with a plot featuring
multiple twists and turns you never see coming. The reveals are unexpected and
shocking. What impressed me is how Montine provides each character with enough
urgency and distinct personality traits so that the reader is completely
invested in their story arcs. The setting feels believably futuristic, which
makes the story very immersive. You don’t know if your favorite characters will
make it out alive, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat. Sci-fi and
mystery readers shouldn’t miss this one!’ – Readers Favorite

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Marie Montine’s
work includes paranormal horror, supernatural sci-fi, and dark fantasy. But
there’s always one major theme in her stories: the power of love.

Many readers and
reviewers have claimed Marie Montine is an author to watch for.

Red River won an
award for best romantic suspense with ChickLit Cafe.

She recently
finished writing Persephone’s Pool, an intergalactic crime thriller released on
April 8, 2025.

The author is also
a level one student with CAAE and you can find her love of astrology woven into
stories like Midnight on Mars and Persephone’s Pool.

Marie lives and
works in northern Canada with her husband and poet, Alvin J Beck, and their
dogs, Luna and Mya. When she is not working or writing, she enjoys gaming and
getting cozied up with her husband and dogs watching movies or tv series.

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April 27, 2025

The Killer on the Heath – Spotlight & Giveaway

The Killer on the Heath

Cassie uses her clairvoyant powers to help her detective
brother solve crime…

but will she find the answers in time?

The Killer on the
Heath

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 1

by Karen J. Mossman

Genre: Paranormal Thriller

A woman is dead, and another is missing. The only person who
can save her is Cassie.

With no clues and time running out, her brother, Detective
Newbold, desperately needs her help. He is counting on Cassie’s clairvoyant and
empathic abilities to locate Chantelle.

When Chantelle’s brother, Pedro, seeks out a psychic for
help, he meets and falls for Cassie. Though he wants answers, neither Cassie
nor Detective Newbold can give any, which complicates their relationship. To
make matters worse, his overbearing mother adds further damage with her
meddling.

Meanwhile, the killer has been caught, but he refuses to
talk. Now, it’s up to Cassie to read the signs and rescue her lover’s sister.

Will she find the answers in time?

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The Sound of Evil

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 2

When two best friends vanish without a trace, Cassie Newbold
joins forces with her brother Detective Inspector Seb Newbold, to track them
down. A risky move almost ends in disaster, leaving Cassie shaken and acutely
aware of her near-fatal mistake. Luckily, it also leads to the arrest of Ronnie
Gunner.

With the suspected kidnapper in custody, his chilling laughter still echoes in
Cassie’s mind. As she takes Ronnie Gunner’s hand, a vision reveals every
depraved thing he had done. Will she ever be able to escape the haunting images
now seared into her memory? Ultimately, will it bring her any closer to where
the teenagers are being held?

With a terrifying paranormal encounter to deal with first, can Cassie lead her
brother to the right location and solve the case?

 

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The Ghost on the
Stairs

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 3

When a man-mountain of a guy walks into a café and asks for
you by name, you sit up and take notice. Cassie instantly feels attracted to
the charming Damien Mathers.

He wants her help to banish a ghost from the home of his brother Daniel. Even
as Cassie explains, she is a clairvoyant, not an exorcist. Damien is very
persuasive!

Their relationship blossoms despite the scepticism of the brothers. When
Daniel’s wife Rachel refuses to move in, her fear is palpable as she points at
the shadowy figure lingering on the stairs.

Cassie must intervene and find out why the apparition is reliving the day of
her death. She soon finds another ghost lurking in the attic, one that and does
not appreciate Cassie’s interference.

As things turn bizarre, with spectral figures making their presence felt.
Cassie fights for control as the two worlds collide in a horrifying and chaotic
way.

Will Damien believe a sight so shocking, so surreal, it threatens to shatter
his perceptions? Or has Cassie gone a step too far in her expectation of him?

Read this thrilling instalment and judge for yourself.

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No Ghosts Here

A Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Short Story

When a young woman kills herself, it is the method that is
most horrifying. Why did she choose to set fire to herself?

Clairvoyant Cassidy Newbold helps bereaved families find closure. It doesn’t
surprise Cassie when Sandra, the mother of a headline suicide case, approaches
her for answers. But what are the questions?
As Cassidy nears the site of the suicide, will she be able to connect with the
victim? Or are no ghosts here to tell their tale?

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The Séance

A Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Short Story

Cassidy Newbold is a clairvoyant and empath who refuses to
work on All Hallow Eve, but why?

In this short story, we discover the events that still haunt Cassie. As she
recalls a séance that went wrong, we learn why she refuses to tamper with
ghosts at Halloween.

The truth behind why she refuses work on this day of paranormal activity.
Was it Cassie’s fault? Was it the thinning of the veil between worlds?

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Karen J. Mossman is an avid reader, reviewer, book blogger,
and award-winning, multi-genre writer. She became a professional author in
2014, and since then, she has more than 27 published titles to her credit.
These include anthologies, short stories, novellas, novels, and series.

She lives on the small island of Anglesey with her husband
and two dogs.

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April 24, 2025

Insight – Spotlight & Giveaway

 

She’s marked by stars, hunted by shadows—

and destined for a
love that spans worlds.

Insight

Insight Series Book 1

by Jamie Magee

Genre: YA Paranormal Romance

“Spellbinding
lyrically crafted fantasy series.” Sarah Dodd

 

“Magic,
action, and paranormal romance offer an escapism that will engross readers—the
story stays with you, unforgettable.” – M. Mass

Cursed with an empathic insight, Willow Haywood has lived her life as a proud
introvert in a small town. Her world shatters when a nightmare brands her wrist
with a star. The foreboding omen forces her family to unveil ancient secrets
that bend the boundaries of reality, dreams, and dimensions.

In the chaos of this revelation, Willow focuses on the good dreams she had
every night of her life. Her instinct promised her that the angel in them was
absolute, that he was her soul mate, and together they would be an unbeatable force
in the promised war of young gods.

The conflicted path to him was easier to face than the mystery, magic, and
danger haunting the shadows of the cosmic storms on the horizon. With or
without him… her nightmare would soon be her reality if she did not flee to the
dimension her soul once roamed.

Guided by love,
tormented by fear, and hunted by those who would twist her gifts for their
sinister ends, Willow’s journey is one of self-discovery, sacrifice, and the
relentless pull of destiny.

Insight is a spellbinding tale of love,
prophecy, and the courage to find your true self. Perfect for fans of young
adult fantasy and multidimensional adventures, it’s an unforgettable story that
will stay with you long after the last page.

Are you ready to step into the storm? The journey begins
here.

“We lost ourselves in the teen
angst of Fallen, and Hush, Hush. We found courage in the pages of Hunger Games
and Divergent. Our imagination was on fire inside of The Mortal Instruments, Throne
of Glass, and The Red Queen. And now we have the compelling, enigmatic,
character-driven thrill ride of the long-reaching contemporary fantasy series
INSIGHT.” Colleen Riley

 

 

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Jamie
Magee is not your average author—she’s also an astrologer and the host of Scheduling Fate, a podcast where insight
meets inspiration. With over 22
published novels
spanning Young Adult, New Adult, and Contemporary genres,
Jamie has captivated readers with stories that stir the heart and awaken the
soul.

Her
her love of astrology matches passion for storytelling. Whether she’s
guiding you through fictional dimensions or decoding the deeper meaning of
life’s turning points, Jamie helps her audience align with purpose, embrace
their own rhythm, and schedule fate
with intention.

 

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April 23, 2025

Ghost and Tell – Spotlight & Giveaway

 

A dead teacher.

A scandalous secret.

And a PI who’s way too
caffeinated to quit.

Ghost and Tell

Ghost Detective Book 10

by Jane Hinchey

Genre: Paranormal Cozy Mystery

A dead teacher. A
scandalous secret. And a PI who’s way too caffeinated to quit.

Being a private investigator—and a ghost whisperer—means juggling the dead, the
murderous, and an espresso addiction I refuse to acknowledge.

When the ghost of schoolteacher Sandra Greaves crashes my morning coffee, she’s
not here for small talk—she needs me to find her killer. Problem is, her memory
is patchy at best, and the only thing she’s sure of? Someone wanted her
silenced.

The trail leads straight to shady school financials, questionable payouts, and
a scandal involving an angry parent and a morally bankrupt school board member.
Now I’m knee-deep in hush money, buried secrets, and motives worth killing for.

Meanwhile, my smokin’-hot husband is trying (and failing) to keep me out of
trouble, Thor, the talking cat, won’t shut up about his diet, and Bandit, my
cereal-stealing raccoon, is plotting her next snack heist.

But someone out there thinks I’m getting too close to the truth—and they’ll do
anything to keep it buried.

Join Audrey Fitzgerald in Ghost and Tell, a paranormal cozy mystery
featuring a talking cat, a mischievous raccoon, a ghost with unfinished
business, and a murder to solve!

 

 

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rest of the Ghost Detective Series!**

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Jane Hinchey delivers snort-worthy cozy mysteries and
sizzling paranormal romances that grab readers from the get-go. With tenacious
heroines, lovable sidekicks, and heroes who are more than just a pretty face,
her books are an irresistible mix of humor, magic, and heart. From witches
cracking cases to vampires in love, she offers an adventure where the
extraordinary is the norm and love bites in the best way.

Living in Adelaide, South Australia, Jane crafts stories that promise an escape
to a world brimming with mystery and passion. Get ready to be whisked away into
tales where every page promises a thrill, a laugh, or a heart-thumpingly good
romance.

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April 16, 2025

Nontraditional Plot Structures for Neurodiverse Writers – Cover Reveal & Giveaway

Nontraditional Plot Structures for Neurodiverse Writers

Check out the cover reveal for this free ebook that
introduces neurodiverse writers (and neurotypical) to plot structures beyond
the commonly used hero’s Journey. These plots are emotionally accessible,
highly creative, and more “traditional” than you’d expect.

Nontraditional Plot
Structures for Neurodiverse Writers

by Margie Pignataro

Genre: Nonfiction Literary Theory, Writer’s Guide

Born from a rejected dissertation proposal and reworked over
the course of 15 years into a compelling exploration of narrative, Nontraditional
Plot Structures for Neurodiverse Writers
 challenges conventional
storytelling norms. This free ebook delves into how nontraditional plot
structures resonate with neurodiverse writers, offering creative frameworks
that align with their artistic and intellectual strengths—traits often mislabeled
as obstacles.

Through engaging diagrams and dozens of links to free resources, this book
examines storytelling across diverse mediums, from Oedipus the King to Squid
Game
, spanning novels, poetry, visual arts, television, film, theater, and
even commercials. The Mona Lisa and Little Red Riding Hood provide illustrated
and textual examples of each plot structure. Whether you’re a writer seeking
fresh approaches or an artist questioning traditional narratives, this guide
provides valuable insights into storytelling beyond the expected.

This ebook lays the groundwork for a forthcoming second edition, arriving next
year, which will expand upon these ideas with deeper textual analyses,
practical exercises, and hands-on guidance to help you craft your own unique
narratives.

**Coming May 1st – and it’ll be FREE!!**

I have been writing with serious intent for thirty years.
I’ve been published and produced multiple times. My education has focused on
literary theory, theater history and criticism, as well as creative writing. I
also sell my collage art in a Redbubble store.

I have been published as a playwright. I had articles about
Shakespeare published, as well as blog pieces. I’ve self-published several
novels and one book of poetry under the name Lady Ristretto.
I have also worked as a freelance erotica writer with individual clients.

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