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Ageless Sea Cover Reveal & More

As you know I am pretty excited about this book. Writing it made me very happy and there are lots of smiles and laughs that reflect that. At least I smile or laugh. Anyway.... I am very excited to share with you the very beautiful cover that the very talented Jenny Laatsch made for me. ~ M.R. Polish



Ageless Sea


Gorgeous isn't it!!!!! BUT WAIT, there's more. That's right, but you ask, how can there be more? This is epic as it is. Yes. It is epic, but to make it even better I am releasing the book trailer!Don't faint! I know so much excited is hard to handle, but clearly I wanted this to be a memory never forgotten lol...





Blurb:In  a  world  of  magic,  myths  are  real,  and  legends  come  to  life.
Banished  for  a  crime  she  didn’t  commit,  Karis  must  learn  to  live  her  life  alone.   After  many  years,  one  man  is  strong  enough  to  survive  the  cursed  barrier  that  keeps  her  from  leaving  the  island.  She  needs  him  so  she  can  return  to  her  world,  to  change  the  wrongs  against  her,  and  save  her  people  from  the  evil  threatening  to  rule  them.  With  him  by   her  side,  she  feels  the  loneliness  slip  away,  only  to  have  love  take  its  place.The  weather  was  clear  and  the  day  was  young.  Brady  never  thought  twice  when  he  took  off  in  his  plane.  Surviving  the  crash  onto  the  secluded  island  was  only  the  beginning.  He  didn’t  have  his  memories,  only  pieces  of  his  childhood  that  remained  with  him.  Nothing  that  gave  him  a  reason  to  believe  he  was  different.  He  soon  learns  that  everything  he  thought  were  just  myths,  was  in  reality  only  worlds  away.  Karis  shows  him  a  new  life—one  where  he  fights  beside  her  and  calls  her  his.Life.  Love.  Death. Every  day  their  love  grows  deeper,  but  can  they  survive  the  evil  hunting  them?

Ageless Sea

(Blurb is subject to change for the paperback version, will let you know if it does)


Now want me to make this even better??? Alright!

Releasing Early April 2013!

Dracian Legacy

Today, I'm hosting Priya Kanaparti and her recently released young adult book Dracian Legacy.   Be sure to stop at her website to visit some of the other blogs involved.  Be sure to read to the end and enter the rafflecopter to win.

1. Tell us something about your book that we wouldn’t know just by reading the blurb. 

     a. That Ren is a nickname and her full name is Temperance. 

 2. What’s your favorite non-essential item on your desk? 

     a. My iPhone. I think I might have a problem… 

3. What was the most challenging aspect of writing a novel?

 a. It has been trying to find the answers, answers to questions I know will come up in the future. It could be as simple as characters that show up in book 1 who will play a huge role in the future or simply the family members of the main characters that we have yet to meet. 

 4. What's a typical day like for you?

     a. I actually work full-time as a Software consultant. Once I leave the work, then it’s play-time with my two year old son, Jay. And then around 8 or 9, I sit before my laptop, ready to immerse myself into my character’s world until I’m too tired to stay awake. 

5. Besides writing, what do you like to do in your free time?

     a. I read. I read quite a lot actually. It helps me to relax and get creative with my own stories! 

6. What was one of the most surprising things you learned when creating your book? 

    a. That I sucked at writing. Okay, maybe not surprising, but shocking. After I finished my first draft that had been revised, by yours truly, I *cringes* actually submitted it to several agents and publishing companies. That was a horrible mistake. So I took the next 7 months to improve the book and find the right group of people that helped me make this book really awesome. But that’s my personal opinion. LOL.

7. Readers love a playlist to go along with the book… what’s the playlist for your book? 

    a. I actually have created and you should check it out on my website. It as songs from several artists: One Republic, Enrique Iglesias, Cee Lo Green, Alex Care, Nouvelle Vague, Sixpence, One Direction, Michael Franti, Hunter Hayes, AND Cher Lloyd

 8. Top 10 Random Facts -

 Reply with first thought 

a. Teeth whitening toothpaste or fresh breath? i. Fresh breath

 b. Favorite movie – EVERi. Pursuit of Happiness

 c. Do you think Dorothy was cruel when she threw the bucket of water on the witch?i. Heck NO! The Wicked Witch soooo deserved it =) 

d. Favorite Candy? i. Twix 

e. Love or Hate to cook?i. I’m on the fence. It depends on the day and my mood.

 f. If you love to cook - what’s your signature dinner?i. Butter Chicken. Seriously, I make a mean Butter Chicken =)

 g. If you don’t love to cook - what do you love to eat?i. *Smacks lips* Where do I start with this one… Cheesecake. I think I can live off that. That’s a food right? Probably not the right category of food, but… *shrugs*

 h. 99% of writers drink coffee - how many cups do you drink? i. I’m the 1%. I don’t drink coffee or tea. I actually prefer water with lemon. 

i. What’s your favorite color of Jelly Beans to eat?i. The Popcorn one.

 j. Favorite dance song?i. Right now? One More Night by Maroon 5

 9. Where can we stalk you?

Website: http://priyakanaparti.com 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/pkanaparti 
 Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/authorpriyakanaparti











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Mermaid's Curse - Daniele Lanzarotta

Synopsis:

Arianna always felt like she didn’t belong in the world where she was born.  Ever since she was little, she used to hide behind the rocks in the sea, and watch the human family who spent their summers on that island.  Over the years, there was nothing she wished more than to be like them, especially so she could get close to Blake, the human boy who she saw turn into a troubled teenager and then, an unhappy man.
Once her dad grew tired of her dreams and hopes for a reality that is not her own, Arianna is thrown into an arranged marriage, and her only way out of it is to make a deal with the power-hungry man who will give her everything that she has ever dreamed of.  Dreams that turn into nightmares as she watches Blake’s world fall apart, because of her and Blake’s inability to control their desires for one another.

BIODaniele Lanzarotta is the author of paranormal/fantasy novels, including the Imprinted Souls Series, Academy of the Fallen, and A Mermaid’s Curse. She has a bachelor's in business and finance and a MBA. With only a few semesters left in school, Daniele started writing as a hobby, but it didn't take long for her to be consumed by her stories. That is her passion, and she now has several projects under way.
She enjoys reading and writing young adult novels with just about any sort of paranormal or supernatural bent...vampires... ghosts... She also enjoys watching hockey, playing rock band, guitar hero and spending time with the family.


Stalking info -

www.danielelanzarotta.com
www.twitter.com/danilanzarotta 
www.facebook.com/mermaidscurse 
www.facebook.com/authordanielelanzarotta 

REVIEW

   I'm not going to write another synopsis, just my views.  First, I must say I wasn't sure about the mermaid thing....but hey, I write about werewolves and they aren't my thing either.  Well slap me silly, what a fun read.  Mermaid loves human, who is engaged (or almost) to another human...to a sinister brother, a horrible man, a lovely child and pissed off ocean.  My kind of angst, romance, imagination, and rainy afternoon read.  It didn't rain for me, but rain would have made the mermaid thing that much better.  Although the book is NA, I would be comfortable with 14+ to read.  Just the right amount of love and dammit that cliff hanger!   Oh my!  

   For people that don't have an imagination and believe in love or paranormal tales (tails) of mermaids, you might want to steer clear.  

   I received an ARC of this book by the author in trade for an honest review.

My Rating = 5 fairies

Cover Reveal for new YA series - Wisdom

Synopsis:

   Trust lost her eyesight when she ten years old. Coming from a long line of seers, the family knew their legacy would live through their daughter. Yesterday was her 17th birthday, only one year left before she will serve the Seelie Court for the rest of her life. Her pleas to her family to visit the human world have been ignored with pats on the hand and outright laughter. 

   She convinces her guardian Foster to take her into the human realm, just one time. When a seer steps to the other side of the shimmer, their eyesight comes back, but not completely. All guys look the same to her eyes, all girls look the same too. Warren is the first human she's ever met, he's beautiful in every way on the inside. Foster tells her the boy isn't attractive and looks sickly. Not to Trust, he's amazing and she doesn't want to lose his friendship. She's decided she no longer wants to return home. Foster's job is on the chopping block if he doesn't return the first seer in a hundred years. Will he return her to fulfill the prophecy, or will he be a risk taker for once in his life?

Young Adult 14+

Meet Trust Summer 2013

Signed Enlightened and Crystal Book Thong

I'm giving away a signed copy of Enlightened and a handmade (by me) book thong.  I've been busy writing and thought I've ignored everyone for too long.  I used Swarovski crystals, and glass beads.   Use the Rafflecopter to enter.

This giveaway is open to US, CA, UK, AUS

I will check entries to verify comment left on blog.  Thank you for following me and being a devoted fan.  <3 Devyn


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Young Adult Giveaway Hop

First, I'd like to thank I am a Reader, Not a Writer and Booklove 101 for having this hop. I'm giving away a signed copy of Enlightened, a young adult paranormal romance. Jessie Lucente, a Light Tamer, has started her junior year at Parca Academy in New Bern, NC. She has a new boyfriend, Caleb Baldwin. He is beyond good looking, he is her mate for life. They've been bound by the light and will rule and heal with it too. Her new classes aren't what she expected. Finding out the school is filled with 'gifted' kids is almost too much to comprehend. She finds out what it really means to be a Light Tamer. Some of the assumptions she had are debunked and now everything is crystal clear...well, clear as mud. Now that she is enlightened with the facts, she struggles with the truth. Thorne Woodson has all of the girls swooning. His Doc Martens and hoodie stand out against his school uniform. He might be the guy to heal Amber's broken, grieving heart. What's his story, and why does he appear everywhere Jessie is? He has a secret that will change the game for everyone. Who is he in cahoots with? Amber starts her junior year with a bang and a huge crush. She has a point to prove on the first day of school. She refuses to let everyone believe she went soft over summer break. Her shenanigans end with detention on the first day. The anniversary of her brother's death has her making dumb decisions but her friends have her back. Jessie will struggle to help Amber deal with the grief. The secrets that have been revealed by Fate will leave Jessie in a new role. It will all come down to bloodline versus logic. She must step up and embrace her new title, and life on the other side of the shimmer. With her small army together, they promise to vanquish Nyx back to the Underworld and seal the portal she came through. The second book in The Light Tamer trilogy will answer the questions that are burning in your head. A beautiful tale of first love and friendship. Be prepared to be amazed at the twist in this story. You didn't see it coming, but you'll be glad it did! a Rafflecopter giveaway

$1000.00 Giveaway

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Name A Character Giveaway

THIS CONTEST IS A NEW ONE - THE WINNERS NEVER CLAIMED AND NOW IT IS A RE-OFFER 

 Name a Character Light Bound Third Book in The Light Tamer Trilogy Have you ever wished you could name a character in a book? Now's your chance! Follow all of the Rafflecopter rules (I will double check). The character - He is Thorne's roommate in Kentucky. He's a guardian and has the soul of someone tethered to him. He's the kind of guy that would be handsome if he wore the right clothes, cut his hair the right way and didn't fear everything in sight. He's about 5'10", 180 lbs... He has light brown wavy hair and green eyes. He is an only child and hasn't ever had a steady girlfriend. He knows if he doesn't find a way to free the girl's soul, he'll lose his guardian title and end up being a shoe shine guy. You'll need to leave a comment (if you don't leave a comment, you won't be eligible). The Rafflecopter has the nitty gritty info.

 Thank you so much for playing! Disclaimer - Winner will not receive any monetary royalty. Character name will be first and middle only. Anything rude or offensive will not be accepted and you will be banned from my blog.


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Protect Us

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The Third Book in the Protector Paranormal Romance SeriesAnna-Marie and Alessandro work hard to provide a stable life for their only child, Gemma. The child that was bestowed to them by their goddess Ameretat for reasons still unknown. Like Alessandro’s mother did to him, Anna-Marie works diligently to protect her special daughter and lead her away from following in her father’s footsteps in becoming a Protector. Weeks before Gemma’s eighteenth birthday Gemma has a magical night with a boy, Ford Chase, who just may have been “the one”. They laughed and danced and kissed under the moon light. That is before he was forcefully taken away from her by a Rogue. Gemma desperately chases after them, but to no avail. Heartbroken and angry Gemma vows right then and there, despite her parents pleading, she will join the Protector order on her eighteenth birthday and avenge Ford’s death. No one could foresee the events that would ensue thereafter and little by little the gifts that Ameretat blessed Gemma with become apparent and are far more than anyone could ever imagine.





I am a small town girl I am a small town girl with big dreams. I grew up in a small coastal community called Pamlico County in the town of Reelsboro, North Carolina. Growing up in such a rural area there wasn't much to do, so I developed a wide fantasy finding solace in writing poetry and songs. After leaving high school I left my little secure coastal town to discover other parts of the country using life as my teacher. It was a sad and lonely time, but also a fun and exciting time in my life. I had too many emotions to process so I started to put it all down on paper. That became the start of my first novel, which I have yet to finish. A few years later I wrote my first complete novel entitled Protector. This novel was a dream come true, although I found out during the process, at 31 years old, I am dyslexic. Reading was always a struggle throughout my life and finding out why has really made a difference in me and my writing. Writing was such a wonderful and daunting process, but I have succeeded in doing something I never thought I would do. I have 4 novels published, Protect, Protect Me, Protect Us and Too Close To Home, with many more on the way. Writing is such a passion of mine and I hope my readers feel the love I put into my work. with big dreams. I grew up in a small coastal community called Pamlico County in the town of Reelsboro, North Carolina. Growing up in such a rural area there wasn't much to do, so I developed a wide fantasy finding solace in writing poetry and songs. After leaving high school I left my little secure coastal town to discover other parts of the country using life as my teacher. It was a sad and lonely time, but also a fun and exciting time in my life. I had too many emotions to process so I started to put it all down on paper. That became the start of my first novel, which I have yet to finish. A few years later I wrote my first complete novel entitled Protector. This novel was a dream come true, although I found out during the process, at 31 years old, I am dyslexic. Reading was always a struggle throughout my life and finding out why has really made a difference in me and my writing. Writing was such a wonderful and daunting process, but I have succeeded in doing something I never thought I would do. I have 4 novels published, Protect, Protect Me, Protect Us and Too Close To Home, with many more on the way. Writing is such a passion of mine and I hope my readers feel the love I put into my work.

Stalk Tressa - Twitter - tressamessenger
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Tressa-MessengerAuthor/214642735322269?fref=ts

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DECEMBER 22, 2012
A WE SURVIVED 12/21/12 GIVEAWAY
We lived to tell the tale about surviving the end of the world via Mayan Calendar.  My gift to Kindle owners is a Free copy of The Light Tamer today only!
Be sure to stop by my fan page to win free ecopies of Enlightened, the second book in The Light Tamer trilogy.
Happy 'WE SURVIVED"  ~ Devyn