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June 9, 2015
Ghosts, Shades and Specters: Have you met one?
The last supernatural beings in my real or fictional posts are ghosts, shades, and specters. What's the difference? I'm glad you asked!
Ghost: a visible disembodied soul Shades: the shadows that gather in cemeteries Spirits: the immaterial intelligent or sentient part of a person
Madison Riley has met her fair share of shades, ghosts and spirits in the Embrace Series. Of course, meeting other supernatural creatures is all part of possessing magical powers.
If you're a believer in these entities, then you probably know the temperature in a room tends to drop when one of these creatures are nearby. So the next time you walk through a sudden cold spot, say hello. Someone or something unseen might just answer you.
Ghost, shade or specter: what these entities have in common is they are souls of the deceased that can appear in visible manifestation. Mediums can sense ghosts, psychics can communicate with them, and humans have seen them. There are even television shows dedicated to finding ghosts. Of the different supernatural beings, ghosts are the hardest to dispute. Wouldn't you agree?
Still on the fence about these spectral beings?
Meet the ones Madison has and then decide.
~Click the cover to learn more about each book ~
Ghost: a visible disembodied soul Shades: the shadows that gather in cemeteries Spirits: the immaterial intelligent or sentient part of a person
Madison Riley has met her fair share of shades, ghosts and spirits in the Embrace Series. Of course, meeting other supernatural creatures is all part of possessing magical powers.
If you're a believer in these entities, then you probably know the temperature in a room tends to drop when one of these creatures are nearby. So the next time you walk through a sudden cold spot, say hello. Someone or something unseen might just answer you.
Ghost, shade or specter: what these entities have in common is they are souls of the deceased that can appear in visible manifestation. Mediums can sense ghosts, psychics can communicate with them, and humans have seen them. There are even television shows dedicated to finding ghosts. Of the different supernatural beings, ghosts are the hardest to dispute. Wouldn't you agree?
Still on the fence about these spectral beings?
Meet the ones Madison has and then decide.
~Click the cover to learn more about each book ~
June 5, 2015
Book Blitz: Devil Made Me Do It by Shawna Romkey
Congrats to Shawna Romkey on the relaunch of her novel!
The Devil Made Me Do It by Shawna RomkeyBook two in the Speak of the Devil series
The demons strike back!
Lily is working with the angels to stifle the last of the demon outbreaks and to figure out how to stop the Silence of God, so life can get back to boring normality. But all hell breaks loose when she's stolen from school and brought face to face with the devil himself. Lily has to find her way back home to Luc, crack the prophecy that breaks the curse silencing God, and figure out how she and Luc can ever really be together; but Lucifer has other plans for her that don't include her ever getting out of Hell intact.
Romance | Paranormal | Teen | Young Adult | YA | Fantasy | Angels | Demons
| Devils | New Adult | NA
Read The Devil Made Me Do It today:Amazon: http://amzn.to/1EZAGuZBarnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/1KuMxcrKobo: http://bit.ly/1HjMKJ8iTunes: http://apple.co/1IVcFwq
About Shawna RomkeyShawna grew up around farms in the heart of Missouri but went to the University of Kansas, was raised in the US but now lives on the ocean in Nova Scotia with her husband, two sons, one rescue dog and one overgrown puppy from hell. She’s a non-conformist who follows her heart.She’s taught English at the university and secondary levels for close to twenty years and can’t quite fathom how all of her students have grown up, yet she’s managed to stay the same. She’s a huge geek and fan of Xena, Buffy and all kick ass women, and loves to write stories that have strong female characters.
Find Shawna Romkey:Website | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Goodreads
The Devil Made Me Do It by Shawna RomkeyBook two in the Speak of the Devil series
The demons strike back!
Lily is working with the angels to stifle the last of the demon outbreaks and to figure out how to stop the Silence of God, so life can get back to boring normality. But all hell breaks loose when she's stolen from school and brought face to face with the devil himself. Lily has to find her way back home to Luc, crack the prophecy that breaks the curse silencing God, and figure out how she and Luc can ever really be together; but Lucifer has other plans for her that don't include her ever getting out of Hell intact.
Romance | Paranormal | Teen | Young Adult | YA | Fantasy | Angels | Demons
| Devils | New Adult | NA
Read The Devil Made Me Do It today:Amazon: http://amzn.to/1EZAGuZBarnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/1KuMxcrKobo: http://bit.ly/1HjMKJ8iTunes: http://apple.co/1IVcFwq
About Shawna RomkeyShawna grew up around farms in the heart of Missouri but went to the University of Kansas, was raised in the US but now lives on the ocean in Nova Scotia with her husband, two sons, one rescue dog and one overgrown puppy from hell. She’s a non-conformist who follows her heart.She’s taught English at the university and secondary levels for close to twenty years and can’t quite fathom how all of her students have grown up, yet she’s managed to stay the same. She’s a huge geek and fan of Xena, Buffy and all kick ass women, and loves to write stories that have strong female characters.
Find Shawna Romkey:Website | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Goodreads
June 3, 2015
Keeping Busy, an #IWSG Post
I'm taking a break from the Real or Fictional posts I've been sharing for ISWG. I'll share the last post in that series next week. For now, kick up your feet and follow Insecure Writer's Support Group as we share our thoughts, insecurities, and encouraging words. Thanks to Alex and our co-hosts for keeping IWSG going.
I think April showers have moved to May. At least in the northwest. But that's okay, because Mother Nature helped water my new planters and other plants. I actually look forward to this time of year, because I do some of my best plotting while doing yard work. Okay, sharing pictures isn't part of IWSG, but since these planters helped me figure out which novel to work on next and they brighten up the post, I'm including them.
As far as insecurities, they are there. I have a newly released book to continue marketing, one my agent is subbing, one she's reading, my standalone novel that needs some love, the list goes on. But things outside of writing have kept me too busy (slightly stressed) to worry about those things. My agent did give me a heads up that she enjoyed my new novel, which has helped as well. I've said it before, but I'll say it again, keeping busy is one of the best way to keep you from dwelling on the things your insecure about.
One more planter before I go. I named the dragon in this one Puff after one of my favorite dragons in a children's story. Anyone know which movie I'm talking about?
Did you get a ton of rain last month? Are you keeping busy? How's your writing coming? Any insecurities?
May 26, 2015
Psychic: Gift or Curse?
Psychics:A person marked by extraordinary or mysterious sensitivity, perception, or understanding of the supernatural.
I will admit, I’m skeptical of people who claim to be psychic. My skepticism was only strengthened when a friend dragged me to see a man who was obviously no more psychic than I am, but that doesn’t mean I don’t believe there are people who are sensitive to the supernatural.
There are psychics all over the world. Many who use their abilities to help others, but is having the ability to sense the unknown a gift or a curse. I suppose this depends on just how sensitive the person is to the supernatural. I’m leaning toward the latter, because seeing ghosts and malevolent spirits does not sound like fun to me.
How about you, would you consider being psychic a gift or a curse?
I will admit, I’m skeptical of people who claim to be psychic. My skepticism was only strengthened when a friend dragged me to see a man who was obviously no more psychic than I am, but that doesn’t mean I don’t believe there are people who are sensitive to the supernatural.
There are psychics all over the world. Many who use their abilities to help others, but is having the ability to sense the unknown a gift or a curse. I suppose this depends on just how sensitive the person is to the supernatural. I’m leaning toward the latter, because seeing ghosts and malevolent spirits does not sound like fun to me.
How about you, would you consider being psychic a gift or a curse?
May 19, 2015
These aren't Disney's Faeries
FaeOr maybe you prefer the term sidhe, faerie or pixie.
Don’t trust your eyes; few humans can see faeries without a bit of magic or a looking stone.
Fae are often broken up into the Seelie Court, the Unseelie Court, and solitary fae. Think of the Seelie Court as the aristocrats of fae, and while they are prone to their share of mischief, their pranks rarely cause harm. The Unseelie Court consists of dark fae. They are the most malicious and evil of the faeries. Solitary Fae fall in the middle, often trying to stay under the radar of the two courts.
If we break down the courts a little more, you have the Summer Fae and the Winter Fae of the Seelie Court. Just as their names imply, Winter Fae are the strongest during the cold months of winter and Summer Fae are at their best in the warm months of summer. We meet the prince and princess of the Seelie Court in Hold Tight, book two in The Embrace Series. These siblings were a lot of fun to write about. =)
Do you believe in faeries? Ever suspect one is near?
You can find out just how dangerous a faerie can be for yourself.
~Click the cover to learn more about each book ~
Don’t trust your eyes; few humans can see faeries without a bit of magic or a looking stone.
Fae are often broken up into the Seelie Court, the Unseelie Court, and solitary fae. Think of the Seelie Court as the aristocrats of fae, and while they are prone to their share of mischief, their pranks rarely cause harm. The Unseelie Court consists of dark fae. They are the most malicious and evil of the faeries. Solitary Fae fall in the middle, often trying to stay under the radar of the two courts.
If we break down the courts a little more, you have the Summer Fae and the Winter Fae of the Seelie Court. Just as their names imply, Winter Fae are the strongest during the cold months of winter and Summer Fae are at their best in the warm months of summer. We meet the prince and princess of the Seelie Court in Hold Tight, book two in The Embrace Series. These siblings were a lot of fun to write about. =)
Do you believe in faeries? Ever suspect one is near?
You can find out just how dangerous a faerie can be for yourself.
~Click the cover to learn more about each book ~
May 15, 2015
Spotlight: M. Pax author of The Backworlds Series
With me today is M. Pax, author of science fiction. PRECIPICE, book six on The Backworlds series, released this month.
PRECIPICE
(The Backworlds, book 6)
by M. Pax
About the book;
In the far future, humanity settles the stars, bioengineering its descendants to survive in a harsh universe. This is the sixth book in the science fiction series, The Backworlds. A space opera adventure.
The Backworlds hang by a Quantum string, a thread about to snap. Annihilation is coming if Craze can’t stop it.
The genocidal alien he had trapped breaks free, destroying a ship belonging to the Backworlds’ oldest enemy, the Fo’wo’s. The murderous alien wants to overtake the galaxy. The Fo’wo’s want another war.
The Backworlds’ best chance to survive is to overcome a century of hate and forge an alliance with the Fo’wo’s. Because of his history with the alien, Craze is recruited to represent his people. Now he’s the most hated man in the galaxy.
The looming war will be a holocaust unless Craze can stop it, knowing salvation comes at a price.
Please help me welcome M. Pax.
Colyer: Thanks for being here today. Tell us, where did you get the idea for your novel? M. Pax: Honestly, I still miss Firefly. I loved how it took regular people and put them in extraordinary situations, and I enjoyed the gritty frontier style of the show. My main character lives on the edge of human expansion and most desires to run a successful tavern. The galaxy doesn’t let him, well, at least not for very long.
Colyer: What was your most difficult chapter to write?M. Pax: My youngest brother unexpectedly passed away while I was writing this book. The second half of the book was a real struggle as I dealt (still dealing) with my own grief. I did my best to channel it into the losses and sacrifices my characters face in Precipice.
Colyer: I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I'm sure he's smiling down on you. Can you share with us something about Craze that we don’t learn about them from reading the book? M. Pax: He’s a reluctant hero. He’d rather be tending bar in his tavern. The series is about his struggles to overcome challenges.
Colyer: Reluctant heroes are often the best. Do you have any fun facts about the book you’d like to share with readers? M. Pax: Most planets would challenge our survival (traveling about without spacesuits isn’t scientifically sound). We are uniquely adapted for surviving on Earth. To me, it was an issue I had to resolve. So I terraformed people to survive instead of terraforming planets. It would be more economical, faster, and more efficient.
Colyer: I didn't know that about planets. I like how you address the issue in your series. Now that we know about your book and you as a writer, I have some fun questions for you.
Do you believe in love at first sight?Yes, my husband was love at first sight. Almost 21 years later, we’re still together.
Who are you drawn to the good guy or the bad guy? I can be drawn to either if they’re interesting and compelling.
Are you a morning person or an evening person? I write best in the morning.
Favorite movie or television show? I love anything with giant man-eating reptiles. I’m really looking forward to Jurassic World, Sharknado 3, and Star Trek 3. I have high hopes for the new Star Wars.
Guilty pleasures that get you through the writing/revising process?
Chocolate and not allowing myself to have a beer until the manuscript is done.
Chocolate is one of my guilty pleasures too. =)
Thanks for taking the time to be with us today.
Read PRECIPICE today
Amazon | Barnes & Noble | iBook | Smashwords | Kobo
About M. Pax:
Fantasy, science fiction, and the weird beckons to her, and she blames Oregon, a source of endless inspiration. She docents at Pine Mountain Observatory in the summers, and one of her cats has a crush on Mr. Spock. You can find out more by visiting her website: mpaxauthor.com
Find M. PaxWebsite | Facebook | Twitter
PRECIPICE(The Backworlds, book 6)
by M. Pax
About the book;
In the far future, humanity settles the stars, bioengineering its descendants to survive in a harsh universe. This is the sixth book in the science fiction series, The Backworlds. A space opera adventure.
The Backworlds hang by a Quantum string, a thread about to snap. Annihilation is coming if Craze can’t stop it.
The genocidal alien he had trapped breaks free, destroying a ship belonging to the Backworlds’ oldest enemy, the Fo’wo’s. The murderous alien wants to overtake the galaxy. The Fo’wo’s want another war.
The Backworlds’ best chance to survive is to overcome a century of hate and forge an alliance with the Fo’wo’s. Because of his history with the alien, Craze is recruited to represent his people. Now he’s the most hated man in the galaxy.
The looming war will be a holocaust unless Craze can stop it, knowing salvation comes at a price.
Please help me welcome M. Pax.
Colyer: Thanks for being here today. Tell us, where did you get the idea for your novel? M. Pax: Honestly, I still miss Firefly. I loved how it took regular people and put them in extraordinary situations, and I enjoyed the gritty frontier style of the show. My main character lives on the edge of human expansion and most desires to run a successful tavern. The galaxy doesn’t let him, well, at least not for very long.
Colyer: What was your most difficult chapter to write?M. Pax: My youngest brother unexpectedly passed away while I was writing this book. The second half of the book was a real struggle as I dealt (still dealing) with my own grief. I did my best to channel it into the losses and sacrifices my characters face in Precipice.
Colyer: I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. I'm sure he's smiling down on you. Can you share with us something about Craze that we don’t learn about them from reading the book? M. Pax: He’s a reluctant hero. He’d rather be tending bar in his tavern. The series is about his struggles to overcome challenges.
Colyer: Reluctant heroes are often the best. Do you have any fun facts about the book you’d like to share with readers? M. Pax: Most planets would challenge our survival (traveling about without spacesuits isn’t scientifically sound). We are uniquely adapted for surviving on Earth. To me, it was an issue I had to resolve. So I terraformed people to survive instead of terraforming planets. It would be more economical, faster, and more efficient.
Colyer: I didn't know that about planets. I like how you address the issue in your series. Now that we know about your book and you as a writer, I have some fun questions for you.
Do you believe in love at first sight?Yes, my husband was love at first sight. Almost 21 years later, we’re still together.
Who are you drawn to the good guy or the bad guy? I can be drawn to either if they’re interesting and compelling.
Are you a morning person or an evening person? I write best in the morning.
Favorite movie or television show? I love anything with giant man-eating reptiles. I’m really looking forward to Jurassic World, Sharknado 3, and Star Trek 3. I have high hopes for the new Star Wars.
Guilty pleasures that get you through the writing/revising process?
Chocolate and not allowing myself to have a beer until the manuscript is done.
Chocolate is one of my guilty pleasures too. =)
Thanks for taking the time to be with us today.
Read PRECIPICE today
Amazon | Barnes & Noble | iBook | Smashwords | Kobo
About M. Pax:
Fantasy, science fiction, and the weird beckons to her, and she blames Oregon, a source of endless inspiration. She docents at Pine Mountain Observatory in the summers, and one of her cats has a crush on Mr. Spock. You can find out more by visiting her website: mpaxauthor.com
Find M. PaxWebsite | Facebook | Twitter
May 12, 2015
Crossroad Demons: Make a deal with the devil
Crossroad Demon
Definition: A demonic being that makes deals with humans in exchange for their souls.
The crossroad demons in The Embrace Series have some control over how many years they take from a human and what deals they make. They have even talked a few humans out of making deals. But Embrace wasn't the first series to mention these creatures from hell.
Robert Johnson sang about crossroad demons in his song Crossroad. Sam and Dean Winchester have dealt with their share of these demonic beings in the TV series Supernatural. And there are people who believe that some celebrities traded their souls for success. Is that even possible? You tell me.
A better question might be: If you found the location of a crossroad where the veil between worlds was at its thinnest, would you seek out a deal?
Meet the demons in The Embrace Series and discover
which historical figures they declined to make deals with.
~ Click the cover for more information ~
Definition: A demonic being that makes deals with humans in exchange for their souls.
The crossroad demons in The Embrace Series have some control over how many years they take from a human and what deals they make. They have even talked a few humans out of making deals. But Embrace wasn't the first series to mention these creatures from hell.
Robert Johnson sang about crossroad demons in his song Crossroad. Sam and Dean Winchester have dealt with their share of these demonic beings in the TV series Supernatural. And there are people who believe that some celebrities traded their souls for success. Is that even possible? You tell me.
A better question might be: If you found the location of a crossroad where the veil between worlds was at its thinnest, would you seek out a deal?
Meet the demons in The Embrace Series and discover
which historical figures they declined to make deals with.
~ Click the cover for more information ~
May 6, 2015
#IWSG: Fresh Air Does Wonders
Hi everyone!
It's time to share our thoughts, insecurities, and encouraging words. Thanks to Alex and our co-hosts for keeping IWSG going. For those who aren't familiar with Insecure Writer's Support Group, just follow the link. It's a wonderful group.
Lately, the weeks are all rolling into one another, and I keep forgetting it's a new month, and therefore time to write this post. At least I remember today, before the first Wednesday slipped by.
I finished my YA Realistic Fiction, which is a great feeling. It's off with my agent to get her thoughts. To keep myself from going crazy wondering if she loves it, hates it, or has feelings somewhere in between, I've been playing around with a new idea and revisiting an old one. This weekend I hope to spend some time outside, buying and planting flowers. I'll be secretly plotting my next book. If you're stuck in your writing, I highly recommend getting out of the house and focusing on something else. The fresh air always stirs the creative juices.
Do you have any insecurities this month? Any words of encouragement? I'd love to hear them, so leave a comment.
May 5, 2015
Magic: Real or Fictional? You tell me.
MagicWebster’s Definition: an extraordinary power or influence seemingly from a supernatural source.
In The Embrace Series those who possess the magical powers draw upon their emotions when doing spells. They can taste and feel each others' magic. For instance, chocolate covered strawberries kiss Madison Riley's tongue when she draws about positive emotions to cast a spell. Whereas the taste of dirty pennies fills her mouth with she draws upon negative emotions.
While I haven’t mastered the skill to move objects with my mind or manipulate the elements, I like to think there is a little magic in all of us. Some show theirs through their ability to help others, some do it with a stroke of a pen or brush. Still others through sports, medicine, science, a keen eye, the list is endless.
Do you believe in magic? What would your powers taste like?
(Mine would most likely taste like hazelnut macchiatos when fueled by happiness or love and vinegar when fueled by anger or jealousy.)
Click on the covers below to learn more about Madison Riley and her world.
~ Click the cover for more information ~
In The Embrace Series those who possess the magical powers draw upon their emotions when doing spells. They can taste and feel each others' magic. For instance, chocolate covered strawberries kiss Madison Riley's tongue when she draws about positive emotions to cast a spell. Whereas the taste of dirty pennies fills her mouth with she draws upon negative emotions.
While I haven’t mastered the skill to move objects with my mind or manipulate the elements, I like to think there is a little magic in all of us. Some show theirs through their ability to help others, some do it with a stroke of a pen or brush. Still others through sports, medicine, science, a keen eye, the list is endless.
Do you believe in magic? What would your powers taste like?
(Mine would most likely taste like hazelnut macchiatos when fueled by happiness or love and vinegar when fueled by anger or jealousy.)
Click on the covers below to learn more about Madison Riley and her world.
~ Click the cover for more information ~
April 21, 2015
Last Days of the Giveaway and a Thank You
A huge thank you to all the wonderful readers, bloggers, friends, family, and fellow authors who helped to spread the word about the release of ENTWINED! You're the best!!
If you haven't entered the giveaway, there's still time. But hurry, it ends soon.
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For those who were looking for a paperback copy of Entwined, it's coming any day now. I'll be sure to let you know when I see it available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
Cherie
