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Spring Into Books

Welcome to Literary Addicts' Spring into Books Event. It takes place March 25 - April 27!Pick up a great read, enter to win prizes, and follow along on Literary Addicts for Fun Interviews, Guest Posts, and Exclusive Excerpts!Click over to buy these fantastic reads!

Amazon Links -- 15 Minutes / Outsystem / Armored Hearts / Romancing Redemption / The Only One / Fall of Sky City / Not Without You / The Inner Kingdom / Death Dealer / Ceaseless
Prizes - Kandle Candle from author Tawdra Kandle Signed Outsystem and A Path in the Darkness paperbacks and swag from author MD Cooper Survivor Swag pack from author Bonnie R Paulson Signed 15 Minutes paperback and Swag from author Jill Cooper $15 Amazon Gift Card from Literary Addicts Secret Harbor paperback ARC from Taking Time for Mommy 
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Lisa Rayns' Valentine's Day Sale & Giveaway!

Valentine's Day is my second favorite holiday (after Halloween of course). So to celebrate, I'm having a huge sale and a giveaway all month long!

I'm dropping all my books to 99 pennies on Amazon. 

To enter the giveaway, read one of the books and leave an honest review on Amazon. Then simply add the link to the rafflecopter below. 

One entry for each review. If you read one, you get 5 chances and if you read them all, that's 30 chances to win!


Paranormal Romance Titles:

Autumn's Call (Short story)
A Destined Death
Wanted: Vampire - Free Blood
Wanted: Vampire - Bad Blood
Wanted: Vampire - Written in Blood

Urban Fantasy Titles:

Curse of the Egyptian Goddess



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Happy reading!

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Outsystem Promo Blast

Major Richards needs to get out of the Sol System Demoted by the military and hung out to dry, the media labels her the Butcher of Toro. Despite her soiled record, Tanis still one of the best military counter-insurgency officers in the Terran Space Force. And they need her to find the terrorists responsible for trying to destroy the GSS Intrepid, a massive interstellar colony ship in the final phases of construction at the Mars Outer Shipyards. It’ll be her ticket out of the Sol system, but Tanis discovers she is up against more than mercenaries and assassins. Major corporations and governments have a vested interest in ensuring the Intrepid never leaves Sol, ultimately pitting Tanis against factions inside her own military. With few friends left, Tanis will need to fight for her life to get outsystem.

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About the author:
Michael Cooper has been writing since the day he closed Return of the King and wanted more. He's written a lot of fantasy that he never tried to get published, but one day decided to try his hand at science fiction, of which he has published one book (Outsystem) and is working on the sequel, A Path in the Darkness. Michael is a software engineer at a company which builds sites and services around the open-source CMS named Drupal and enjoys the creativity involved in building web applications.

When not writing stories or code Michael is spending time with his wife and daughter, or doing carpentry--a hobby which he has been growing over the years. His other interests include astronomy, cars and racing, blacksmithing, movies, and just about any creative work one can do.

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Avenge Book Blast

Tristan Johnson is not an easy guy to get to know. He’s quiet, shy, and borderline elusive. That never stopped Samara Cavanaugh from claiming Tristan as her best friend, her tutor, her longtime crush. 

She knows Tristan better than anyone. Sam was the one person that Tristan had allowed himself to get close to. But even Sam wasn’t aware of the secrets her best friend had been keeping. 

When Sam’s life was in jeopardy Tristan didn’t hesitate to protect her. Now that he’s gone, Sam will do whatever it takes to get him back.



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Samara Cavanaugh has grown up in a world filled with magic users. She’s used to bizarre and peculiar. But when a stranger checks in at The Bella Luna, the bed and breakfast her family owns, the strange occurrences in Granite Falls escalate. 

Many people are leery of Levi, their new guest. He claims to be in town doing research but Samara’s friends aren’t so sure that his claim is as innocuous as it appears to be. When two of her classmates disappear, her friends seem convinced Levi had a hand in it. 

Those closest to her have been keeping secrets from her. Those secrets put everyone close to her in danger. Suddenly, her unrequited crush on her best friend, Tristan becomes the least of her troubles.


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About the author:

Amity lives in beautiful northern Minnesota with her two sons, two cats and their Rottweiler. She has a degree in elementary education and worked in that field for ten years before deciding to self-publish. Her first self-published novel, Twisted, was listed by Amazon as a Top 100 Kids & Teens Kindle Book of 2012. It hit Amazon's Teen & Young Adult Contemporary Romance Best Sellers List in several countries. Truths and Dares held the #1 position on Amazon's Best Sellers in Teen & Young Adult Contemporary Romance eBooks in the UK. If she's not writing, or spending time with her boys, she's most likely reading.

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Dreamslayer Book Blast

 

The epic two book finale starts here. The stakes are higher. And the enemy is one of their own. It's all come to this. This moment in time. Everything Natalie Johnson has fought for.

Newly promoted paladin commander Natalie Johnson is about to bring the demonire tracking system online. If she's successful Meadow's Creek may finally be safe from bloodsuckers. If not, the egg on her face will be enough to make a gourmet omelet.

But when old friends and foes begin showing up in town under questionable circumstance, it's clear something new is on the horizon. The murder of a prominent official threatens to cripple the brittle peace Natalie has brought to town.

Alternate realities and timeline jumps all converge revealing truths, deceptions and worst of all, roads not taken. Natalie must face her worst fears, her biggest regrets, and most of all a deep longing that nothing will ever be the same again.

Meanwhile a long sought after ally brings them all to the brink of madness. And his betrayal? Could be the biggest heartbreak of them all.

In the tradition of young adult vampire fiction such as Twilight and Buffy the Vampire slayer, comes The Dream Slayer.
Buy on Amazon   The 2nd part in the epic finale starts here. Once [SPOILER] believed in her and now, one last time, Natalie will put everything to the test to bring him back. But with half of Natalie’s team in critical condition, the fight won’t be easy. WOMP’s order to shoot [CENSORED] on sight to protect their vast empire of secrets will pit Natalie against the organization she’s been faithful to since she first heard the word paladin. Now that relationship will be put to the test. Natalie will find a way to restore his soul, no matter the risks. No matter the stakes. Even if it means revealing her identity and location to her mortal enemy. And the end? Well, it might just prove to be the very beginning. In the tradition of young adult vampire fiction such as Twilight and Buffy the Vampire slayer, comes The Dream Slayer.
Buy on Amazon About the Author:I could write this in the third person. I could tell you what I like, where I was born, and what my favorite things are.

But instead, I'll say I don't want to write like everyone else. I don't want to craft stories you've read a thousand times before. I want my novels to be a cinematic experience, blending themes, genres, and situations unlike any you've ever read.

I want to break the rules. I want you to break out in a cold sweat as you read my books out of fear, love, and excitement. I want my books to be an experience. When you finish, I want you to feel something. Good or bad.

If you do, then I'll have succeeded. If not, I'll keep trying. Website | Twitter | Facebook | Newsletter | Literary Addicts | Goodreads | Tsu   Follow the Tour  a Rafflecopter giveaway

Wizards of Seattle Book Tour

      

InheritanceEpisode 1 of the Wizards of Seattle SeriesJason wonders if his luck has finally turned around when he discovers he will inherit a luxurious home infused with ancient magic and a sizable fortune from a relative he’d never known existed. Of course, there’s a catch. His younger brother and his cousin will inherit equal parts of the inheritance and it is stipulated in the will that they must live together first before they gain possession of the estate.

All three of them are potential White Knights with the rare ability to practice advanced white magic. They must learn to use their new power and defend themselves from a secret organization that is armed with potent, black magic. This novella is the first installment of the Wizards of Seattle series.

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CaretakerEpisode 2 of the Wizards of Seattle Series
Jason has recently discovered his new category six wizardry was a result of a genetic experiment performed by a secret organization called the Ebullio. Now that he has broken free of their mind control enchantment, suppressed memories float to the surface and he remembers the terrifying abductions and genomic therapy that he and his younger brother, Benjamin, endured. Meanwhile, the Valituras have set their sights on Jason, unleashing powerful curses designed to kill him and his family. As Jason learns more about the Ebullio and the Valituras, he realizes that danger lurks behind every corner and the enemy could be hiding in plain sight. This novella is the second installment of the Wizards of Seattle series.


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John O'Riley began writing at a very early age. In fact, he's been writing for as long as he can remember. He is an award winning writer of novels and screenplays in the category of urban fantasy, comedy, mystery, science fiction and young adult. His movie feature screenplay, Cursed, is an Honorable Mention Winner for the 2012 Screenplay Festival. His most recent accomplishments include the screenplays Cursed, Project Pandora, Pinky Swear, Incipio, and Bad Sister which have been listed as Quarter Finalists, Semi Finalists, and Top Finalists in the 2012 Screenplay Festival, 2012 Filmmakers International Screenplay Awards, 2012 StoryPros International Awards, 2012 Pulsar Sci Fi Screenplay Contest, and the 2012 Reel Authors International Breakout. He loves reading fantasy, science fiction, and humorous fiction. Some of his favorite authors include Kim Harrison, Jim Butcher, Kay Hooper (Bishop Files/ psychic detective thrillers), Kat Richardson, J.K. Rowling, Angie Sage, Jayne Krentz, and Janet Evanovich. He currently resides in Washington state and owns a very friendly parakeet named Amy who helps spark his imagination. 
  
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Excerpt:
“It’s hard to believe that tomorrow marks my three month anniversary,” Jason said in a wry tone.Michelle regarded him with puzzlement. “What are you talking about?”“It will be exactly three months since I lost my job at Adventi Magics.” It embarrassed him that he couldn’t find work while at the same time it also irked him, so naturally he brought attention to the fact that he was currently unemployed to his friends during almost every conversation.Michelle leveled a commiserating look at him. “I’m so sorry, Jason. The economy is really tough right now. It’s the worst recession in recorded history.”“All the signs point to a recovery in the very near future,” Monte advised.Monte kept up with current events by constantly reading the news apps on his smartphone. In fact, he had his maroon phone resting on the table in front of him and surreptitiously glanced at it long enough to read bits and pieces as he conversed with his two friends.“You’ve been saying that for weeks,” Jason pointed out.“No, I haven’t.” Monte’s tone was distracted as he read over something on his cell.Jason’s gaze was drawn to the front door as a tall, slender, dark-haired woman stepped into the bar. She was dressed all in black and her eyes were jet-black without a trace of white. As Jason focused on her with his third eye chakra, he realized that she was comprised of a complex pattern of dark energy. Apprehension slithered through his body when he realized that this wasn’t even a person.“I can’t believe it.” Jason stared at the woman in shock.She stood in front of the closed door and slowly perused the crowded establishment, searching for someone. Michelle and Monte craned their heads to peer in that direction as they sought out what had garnered Jason’s attention. It didn’t take them long to notice the black eyes of the newcomer.“What is that? A vampire?” Michelle asked.“No, it’s a curse,” Jason advised.Michelle frowned with puzzlement. “But it’s a woman. How is that possible?”“I recognize it from what I’ve read about black magic,” Jason said.“Why are you reading about black magic?” Michelle regarded him with surprise and a hint of disapproval.“I like to be informed on all types of magic,” Jason replied. “You can’t defend yourself against something you know nothing about.”“Why on earth would you think someone would cast a curse on you?” Michelle asked.Jason’s face reddened with chagrin. “I don’t know. It just seemed like a good idea to be knowledgeable about that kind of thing.”“I wholeheartedly approve,” Monte chimed in. “Knowledge is power.”Jason stiffened with shock when the woman’s gaze locked with his. For several seconds, she didn’t move a muscle and then she strode towards him.“Oh my God! She’s coming this way! She’s staring right at me!” Jason exclaimed with horror.“Surely not.” Michelle narrowed her eyes with speculation as she eyed the occupied table directly behind Jason. “It’s probably those guys.”“I have to get out of here.” Jason jumped to his feet and tried to remember if there was an exit in the back.He stood near the entrance to a short hallway leading to the restrooms but he couldn’t remember if there was a way out. He silently chastised himself for not paying better attention. A few others had noticed the woman’s eyes and steered clear of her as they obviously assumed she was a vampire or succubus.“What kind of curse is it?” Monte rose to his feet and leveled a questioning look at his friend.“It’s a construo letalis curse,” Jason said. “Those things are impervious to magic. You can’t shield yourself from them or fight them.” “What happens if you try?” Michelle stood up and shot a wary glance at the woman who continued to stalk closer to them.“You can slow them down with a spell or two but they adapt,” Jason said.The curse was only three tables away from them.“Is there an exit by the restrooms?” Jason asked.“No, there’s not,” Michelle said. “I was afraid of that.” Jason swallowed and his stomach knotted with terror.He couldn’t think of any way out of this. He was just an average category three wizard with a few minor defensive spells he’d purchased at the store. He wore two silver-colored tungsten rings on his right hand, which he activated. A flash of silver light in the shape of a sphere materialized around him for just a split second before turning invisible. It probably wouldn’t even slow her down for a second. The woman reached their table and made a beeline for Jason. He jumped back just as her hand rushed forward with inhuman speed and he avoided her touch by mere inches. He scooted around the table to keep it between them. Michelle and Monte backed away from them. Jason and the curse circled the table in one direction then the other. Jason’s heart thudded wildly in his chest as the woman stopped and stared at him with her soulless black eyes. She dove across the table and tackled him. Jason’s breath was knocked out of him as his back hit the ground with her on top. The meager protection of his enchantment had failed to even slow her down.The curse leaned forward as she sat on him and wrapped her fingers around his neck in a viselike grip that cut off all his air.

A Groovy Kind of Love Book Tour

Uptight British lit lover meets a free spirit at a book club and his world is turned upside down!

After placating to his father’s demands that he play Little League baseball and major in computer programming in college rather than his beloved English literature, Thaddeus assumed that several years into his career, he would finally get some peace and quiet.

Then he met Spring Pearson, the younger, free-spirited daughter of Hippie parents, at a book club meeting. Instantly smitten, Thaddeus finally worked up the courage to ask Spring out. But will an old college pinkie-swear promise Spring made fifteen years ago get in the way of this bibliophilic romance?”

A Groovy Kind of Love” is the third and final installment of Karen Wojcik Berner’s Bibliophiles series. Written as stand-alone novels, each book focuses on one or two members of a fictional suburban classics book club, revealing their personal stories while the group explores tales spun by the masters.
Buy on Amazon | B&N | iTunes | Smashwords | Kobo   Author Bio: Karen Wojcik Berner writes contemporary women’s fiction, including the Amazon best-selling series, the Bibliophiles. An award-winning journalist, her work has appeared in several magazines, newspapers, and blogs, including the Chicago Tribune, Writer Unboxed, Women's Fiction Writers, and Fresh Fiction. She currently serves on the Author Council of LoveToReadEbooks.com and is a member of the Chicago Writers’ Association. When not writing, she can be found on the sidelines of her youngest’s football or lacrosse games, discussing the Celts with the oldest, or snuggling into a favorite reading chair with a good book and some tea.
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Welcome Zoe Ambler

The Road of Darkness is the story of Addison. She's a young Southern Belle in early 1700 Louisiana with a love for Voodoo. She's a child of privilege, but never really let it go to her head. She was always a little odd.

Our little Southern Belle is attacked and turned. A vampire. However, unlike most, she embraces this new 'life'. She finds delight in it. A darkness grows within her.

Like any young vampire left to fend for themselves, she stumbles in her new existence. She meets others here and there, and the world of the paranormal opens up to her.

Due in part to her thrill of bloodlust, she becomes fascinated with war. Soon she is moving from country to country, war to war. Mans evolution and technology in the art of warfare intrigues her.

Through her time and adventures, she has fleeting bits of both happiness and sorrow. The darkness within her will only allow her so much happiness.

Her link with all things Voodoo brings her into the servitude of the Baron Semedi, demi-god of the Underworld. A deal gone bad. It only serves to deepen that darkness. Can anyone help her before she does irrevocable damage to both an entire city of innocent people...and herself?


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The Road of Darkness is available in both eBook and print form. You can find it at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, Scribd, iTunes and Googleplay. (Amazon and Googleplay have it discounted) 
My name is Zoe Ambler and I'm from Enterprise, Alabama. I was a 'military brat', so I've lived all over the place, even Europe. I love collecting oddities and office supplies. I have a lovely fat cat which I spoil like crazy and I'm obsessed with coffee and the coming zombie apocalypse.

Stop on by my Official Site. I blog daily about mundane things, silly things, books, writing...whatever pops into my purple haired head. :) Also follow her on Facebook!


And now for the Interview...

Q: Tell me a little bit about yourself. What do you do for fun?

I'm a Southerner, so I guess for fun I do the stereotypical 'redneck' things. I've gone hunting and fish. I like driving my big truck. But, I also play the violin, badly, but hey, I try. I am an avid gamer though. I absolutely love text based RPG style games and strategy games.

Q: What do you like most about the genre you write in?

I love the different spins you can put on things. The horror genre allows you to take these classic monsters and put your own ideas into them, breaking them from the norm. It also allows you to go through the ages, through history, learning little facts you may not have known along the way.

Q: Where is your favorite place to write?

My home office and my local Coffee Shop. My home office is set up just right, and, well, I'm at home. I don't have to put pants on.

The coffee shop is a favorite place because it keeps me from some of those bad habits like sneaking on to my games and whatnot, allowing me to focus. (The Wi-Fi is slow...not acceptable for gaming. :[ )

Q: What’s your next project?

I'm working on the follow up book to The Road of Darkness. It is pretty much completed, though I found myself with two endings. I'm torn on which one to use. And after that, I am releasing a series of romance/erotica books.

Q: How do you feel about Dr. Pepper? 

I absolutely love Dr. Pepper. I used to buy it by the case monthly, but now I just grab a bottle here and there as a treat.


Thanks so much for being here today, Zoe! Best of luck in 2015!

Survivor: Survivor Cover Reveal and Pre-order

*Novella companion to Sanctuary*

Aliens have attacked and Rory's mother is missing, but none of that matters much to him. He's safe in his apartment complex, has his friends and his twin sister, Hailey. But as supplies start to dwindle, it becomes obvious that he needs to do something to make sure they all survive...even if it means he has to brave going outside through the Shisa and the zombies people have become. As long as they are safe, that's all that matters, right?
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