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March 3, 2013
Author Interview: M.C. V. Egan
When I caught a glimpse of Ms. Egan’s story, I knew I just had to catch up with her for an interview. The Bridge of Deaths is a story with intrigue, mystery, and a dash of the paranormal. And, one of the coolest parts is that it revolves around an …
February 28, 2013
Feature Friday: A Mirror In Time
Today’s Feature is Kim Smith’s “A Mirror in Time,” a time travel fantasy (YA). My review of this book is forthcoming (can’t wait! Yay!), so please check out the details below: Genre: YA fantasy time travel Book Description: When pretty Carly Jean (“CJ”) Simms, and hunky Josh Jamison get lead …
February 27, 2013
Women’s History Month
Did you know that Friday, March 1, is the start of Women’s History Month? There are so many outstanding female historical figures, writers, mothers, artists, and activists with amazing stories, that I’m sure you have at least a few favorites (I know I do!). If you’ve been following my blog, …
February 26, 2013
Fantasy Noir? Yes, Please!
I am intrigued by fantasy noir. Luis Escobar kept telling me that The Tower’s Alchemist had noir elements, and the Open Book Society said the story read “like an old black and white movie” (and in a good way!). But what exactly is fantasy noir? What do we mean when …
February 21, 2013
Feature Friday: Cat Food Chronicles
We’re back for another Feature Friday! Today’s feature is a deliciously fun mystery involving psychic sisters–and yes, their psychic cat, and a handsome detective. Please welcome author Maya Pruett and her Cat Food Chronicles: Genre Paranormal, Adult & Young Adult (16 & up) Book Description Following in the footsteps of …
February 19, 2013
Pinup Girl: Why We’re Still Fascinated With Glamour
If you’re a makeup and beauty junkie like me, then you’ll appreciate some of the classic or vintage looks that keep making a comeback. I had the pleasure of learning a little bit of history behind it all while researching for my novels–hey, who said history can’t be fun? Glamourdaze …
February 18, 2013
Let’s Read & Write Better Fantasy: Interview With Khaalidah Muhammad-Ali
We (women) are a powerful force, but it is not our fists that propel us, it is our minds and wiles. –Khaalidah Khaalidah Muhammad-Ali is one of the most quick-witted and humorous people you can e-meet. She’s an indie author passionate about her writing, and how it fits in …
February 14, 2013
Feature Friday: The Golden Horn
Today’s Feature Friday is the epic fantasy novel, THE GOLDEN HORN. Check below for details on how you can win a FREE signed copy, and there’s an excerpt from the book as well! Let’s give author M.A. Donovan a warm welcome: Book Description Galen Hawkeye never wanted to be labeled …
February 13, 2013
Christopher Kellen: Author Interview + Giveaway
Fantasy Author Christopher Kellen has been kind to stop by and chat with me as part of his Elements of Sorcery 2013 blog tour, and he’s even giving away some goodies! Let’s give him a warm welcome: Interview Please share about the world of Eisengoth, and what makes it exciting …
February 11, 2013
Book Review: The Source (A Mountain State Vampire Novel)
If you’ve got student loans like me, then you know the desperation with which I want to pay them off–FAST. Dr. Emma Burcham wants to do the same thing, so she answers a wanted ad promising thousands of dollars for a successful research project headed by the government agency known …
