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Cracking Up in Quarantine? Let's Talk Books... Must Listen to Audiobooks!

~April Happenings~
#checkoutabookwithbrynn  Meet the DYNAMIC DUO!
Ruth Ware writes amazing stories and
Imogen Church brings them all to life. When I call Ruth Ware and Imogen Church the Dynamic Duo, I mean it in every way possible. I can’t encourage you enough to head over to Audible.com to buy one of their books, pop in your earbuds, and dive into a well-crafted world brought to life through words––written (Ruth Ware) and spoken (Imogen Church).

Ruth Ware's has five titles and a sixth coming out in September of this year. While Imogen Church, according to Audible, has over one hundred and thirty-seven titles as narrator. Both women are amazing talents and wonderful storytellers. Please follow the links or click on any of the images to be directed to one of their pages.

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Check Out a Book with Brynn Reviews March/April 2020

** FIVE HAUNTINGLY BRILLIANT STARS **

Story: There is a bit of a slow burn to this story but I think the plot called for it. The intention is to show the title in every sense of the word and Ali Land does that masterfully. I enjoyed following the journey Milly took and every twist and turn along the way. I’m not one for spoilers so don’t expect them here, but I can tell you there will be more than one time where you’ll be rooting for Milly.

Performance: Imogen Church never ceases to amaze me with her talent to turn words into magic. She brings every story she narrates to life in a way only she can do––Good Me, Bad Me, is no exception. Milly struggles with the voice of her mother constantly invading her thoughts and Imogen blends the two seamlessly.

"Up eight. Up another four. The door on the right."––Masterfully read!

Overall: I honestly thought it would’ve ended differently, but I’m not in any way disappointed with how it did. I think Good Me, Bad Me is a great read and an even better listen! I look forward to more books written by Ali Land.

GREAT STORY!!!!
*FIVE STARS*

If you love vamps and are looking for a fresh take on an old troupe, then this series is for you! Vinx is a badass and you really need to find out why. I devoured this book and now I'm reading book 2, Vlad, with the same feverish need to find out what happens next.
**Another BRAVO moment for Ruth Ware & Imogen Church**


I'm glad I ignored the negative reviews listed for The Lying Game and read it to decide for myself. I thought it was a great read/listen! It's a story filled with all the same twists and turns I've come to expect from a Ruth Ware novel and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I've never seen Pretty Little Liars so I have no point of reference to compare, but I can say, without giving anything away, that this a tale about actions and consequences...youthful indiscretions and the idea that when we're young we feel infallible. That alone is a lie. This is a well-written story, flawlessly narrated by Imogen Church. Ms. Church has a way of making the words on the page real...like you're watching a movie play out with each sentence.


Rule One: TELL A LIE
Rule Two: STICK TO YOUR STORY
Rule Three: DON’T GET CAUGHT
Rule Four: NEVER LIE TO EACH OTHER
Rule Five: KNOW WHEN TO STOP LYING

Happy St. Patty's Day!

~March Happenings~
#checkoutabookwithbrynn

I’m so lucky to have the lovely, talented, award-winning, self-proclaimed short and sassy storyteller, AMY HALE , for this month’s  Check Out a Book with Brynn
Are you a fan of any of the following?
Hot guys
Sexy gals
Vamps
Drama
Mouthy dragons
Suspense or a touch of comedy
If any of these are calling to you then I encourage you to check out ONE or ALL of Amy’s books. With eleven titles to her name and another releasing in June of this year, this best-selling author is sure to become a favorite on your TBR list.




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Check out Amy's newest project!


Grab your 99 Cents Preorder of Feisty Heroines
Romance Collection of Shorts and Claim a Bonus Bundle!


Until the collection goes live, the authors are offering a bundle of books as a gift for your support.



Simply follow this preorder link
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add your name, email and confirmation number to Claim Your Book Bundle and start reading books from our Feisty Authors!


Feisty Heroines Collection of Shorts feature over 35, pulse-racing shorts to capture your heart with USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Award-winning authors in the mix for just 99 Cents!

Paranormal, Contemporary, Fantasy, and Historical Romance that will whet your appetite with titillating, heart-pounding tales you’ll want to read again then beg for more.

Fall in love with your next book crush!

Authors included:
D.F. Jones, Dawn Jones,Tia Didmon, Margo Bond Collins, Dariel Raye, Miranda Lynn, Ruth A. Casie, Savannah Kade, Stephany Tullis, Suzanne Cass, P. T. Macias, Teri Riggs, Donya Lynne, Ashlee Price, Brenda Trim, Tami Julka, Claire Angel, Lauren Wood, Angela Sanders, Sheri-Lynn Marean, Maggie Adams, I. D. Johnson, Felicity Brandon, Kayla Wolf, Dr. Sharon A. Mitchell, Ellen Mint, Lane McFarland, Tess St. John, C. G. Blaine, D. B. Sieders, Rachel Tsoumbakos, Maria Vickers, Theresa Hissong, Allie Marie, Amy Hale, Renee Regent, Barabara Bettis, Karen Muir, Ana Morgan

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The Award Winning Shadow Trilogy + Bonus Novella
The Shadows Trilogy (3 book series)
 
From Book 1: Colt Henderson is a man who lives for the moment. His past has taught him that life is unpredictable and often disappointing. A confirmed bachelor, he believes that love only exists in fairy tales.

She’s lost, scared, and can’t remember a thing about her past or her identity. She senses all is not as it should be, but without her memory, how does she know what to fear and what to trust? Because of her status as a Jane Doe, she names herself Jane and works to put her life back together. In the process she learns that she possesses unique abilities that certain people will kill for.

Fate throws Colt and Jane together, but they both have a lot to learn about forgiveness and acceptance. Colt’s determination and Jane’s remarkable gifts will send them on a journey they never expected. To survive they will need each other, but sometimes facts are scarier than fiction, and the truth is better left unknown. Bonus Novella
(To be read after The Shadows Trilogy)

Colt's little brother Brett is such a fun character that readers were asking to hear more from him. My response was this fun novella showing Brett's viewpoint of the events that transpired, as well as his own story with Rachel.
~Other MUST READ Books by Amy Hale~
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Check Out a Book with Brynn Reviews

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#readandreview
November 2019
Overall: I give In a Dark, Dark Wood **FIVE*STARS** on all points. In fact, I liked it so much I bought a paperback copy to display on my bookshelf. :D Buy the book in your preferred format, you won’t be disappointed.

Story: I picked up In a Dark, Dark Wood in Target because of the cover, but this quote is what actually sucked me in “What should be a cozy and fun-filled weekend deep in the English countryside takes a sinister turn in Ruth Ware's suspenseful, compulsive, and darkly twisted psychological thriller.” I downloaded it from Audible the moment I got home and started listening to it that day. I was instantly hooked. I’d never listened to an audiobook narrated by Imogen Church but she, like Ruth Ware, draws you in and leaving you wanting more. In a Dark, Dark Wood is a great book with just enough twists and turns to keep you guessing. Even when I thought I had a clue, I didn’t––well, not completely. That, in my humble opinion, is a great read!

Performance: This was my first audiobook with Imogen Church as the narrator and it most certainly won’t be my last. In fact, so far I’ve listened to four books with her voicing the characters. She’s BEYOND amazing! Imogen does a fantastic job drawing you into the story with her vocal characterization. I can see why Ruth Ware uses her for all her audiobooks.
December 2019

Overall: A fantastic read!

Story: Ruth’s storytelling is superb. By the first few chapters, you're sucked in and on a mission to find out if your theories of "who done it" are correct. I often thought I had a clue who the villain was but then the story twisted and turned which had me second-guessing my original theory. It's exactly how I want my suspense books to be!

Performance: Imogen Church is beyond fantastic! I love the way she tells the story and she nails the characters' personalities! Bravo to them both! If you haven’t listened to Imogen Church read a Ruth Ware book, run don’t walk to get one.
January 2020
Overall: I enjoyed the story and think you will too, but if you’re looking for a true twisty-turny mystery/thriller, I’d choose one of the first two I mention.

Story: I’m a fan of Ruth Ware’s writing, have been since I read In a Dark, Dark Wood and Death of Mrs. Westaway, however, The Turn of the Key was not one of my favorites. All the basics are there and it’s a good plot, but I felt it dragged at times. I found that I wasn’t as invested in the characters as I usually am which is the reason for the three-star review.

Performance: I’m fairly certain Imogen Church could read the dictionary and make it something worth listening to! Her narration was superb as usual.
February 2020
Overall: Another must read/listen by Tarryn Fisher!!

Story: I'm already a huge fan of Tarryn Fisher and this book is no exception. Tarryn is a master of misdirection and with Thursday as the narrator, you're often misdirected. The Wives will be everything you think and then it will change and change again. You'll be sucked into a vortex of needing to know how it ends with nothing left to do but read or listen every chance you get. The truth lies in the ending and there is only one way to get there. Download a copy, buy the paperback or listen to the audiobook...any of them will suffice.  The bottom line, you need to read this book and find out what it means to be one of The Wives.

Performance: If you happen to listen to the audiobook, Lauren Fortgang does a great job voicing Thursday, you won't be disappointed. March 2020 review of Good Me, Bad Me  coming soon!

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For this month’s  Check Out a Book with Brynn I decided to do things a little bit differently. I’m still listening to The Wives. (I’m on chapter 23 of 38 and it’s great. The twists, turns and questions that lead to even more questions have left me feeling like I’m on a tilt-a-whirl, but I LOVE IT!) I’ll give you a “no spoiler” review when I’m finished. :P However, since I’m still mid-book, I didn’t want to pick another one just yet. Instead, I decided to ask a friend if I could interview her about her current writing projects. We usually have more time to chat and I’m typically in the know, but since she’s had her nose to the grindstone working on her writing, our conversations have been limited. An interview seemed like a clever way of picking her brain for all of us. :P


 
Some of you may already know who I’m talking about, but for those who don’t, I’d like to introduce you to an amazing writer who constantly pushes me to reach new heights and then take the next step to go even higher. Meet Tish Thawer ––author extraordinaire! She’s best known for her Witches of BlackBrook series, but that is only a sample of her body of work. With over twenty-five novels and a few short-stories to her name, Tish is an accomplished author who delivers beautifully written, magic-laced novels that will have you messaging her for when her next book will be available. I know what you’re thinking, this is just a friend honoring another friend, but it is so much more––SHE is so much more.

You don’t have to take my word for it. Follow this link and go to her ABOUT page to check out the list of awards she has www.tishthawer.com  Yes, I may be a little biased, but I do know some of the ideas she has in the works and believe me, they’re going to be EPIC!
So without further ado, please check out the curiosity questions I asked Tish about her Witches of BlackBrook series and current work in progress––The Sisters of Salem. I asked some standard questions, but tossed in a few random ones too. Thankfully, Tish humored me by answering them all. Brynn: Where did you get the inspiration for the Witches of BlackBrook series?

Tish: Oddly enough, from a lyric in the Rhianna and Eminem song, Love the Way You Lie. I was listening to it in the car one day, and when the part that says, “Just gonna stand there and watch me burn…” came on, I literally saw Trin tied to the stake with her arms out wide, like, “Bring it!” LOL. Then, when I saw Regina’s pre-made cover, I knew it was the one to compliment the story in my head.
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Brynn: I’ve read a few of the books in this series but I’m curious how many books are there in total, including companions?

Tish: There are three main books and one short-story companion that can serve as book 2.5. It was a Legends story I wrote in the Havenwood Falls shared world, where two of my three sisters make an appearance.

I have a confession... Did you realize that The Witches of BlackBook series is written in reverse? (1st book is the end of their journey, the 2nd covers a middle lifetime, and the 3rd will take you back to the beginning.) This was unconventional, and a risk I was willing to take, even though I knew it may leave readers feeling as though book 1 needed more depth, but I just couldn't see myself writing it any other way. I promise, there's so much more to learn about the Howe witches, if you just keep reading...

(PLEASE NOTE: To avoid spoilers, you still have to read them in order... book #1 TWOBB, #2 TDOM, #3 TSOS- coming in 2020.)     #thewitchesofblackbrookseries
 
Brynn: I’m sure you’ve heard this a million times but when will The Sisters of Salem be released?

Tish: LOL. You have no idea. I originally announced and listed The Sisters of Salem (Book 3) on Goodreads back in 2017. Shared the cover in 2019, and are now finally close to the release in 2020. It’s been a journey for sure, marred by moves, deaths in my family, and other contracted deadlines. The official date still hasn’t been nailed down, but I know it will be this Spring or Summer for sure!

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Brynn: I’ve read Lost in Time and really enjoyed how it began the historical books in Havenwood Falls. Can you tell the readers why you chose to use the Howe sisters in the Havenwood Falls Legends and how does it connect to the original books?

Tish: Absolutely! Because my WOBB series is historical fiction, I knew I wanted to write within the Legends line of Havenwood Falls. I thought, what better way to introduce the magic into this town, than by my super-powerful witches. There was a time when two of the sisters were missing from a particular soul-journey in The Daughters of Maine (book 2), and I thought what better way to explain their disappearance than by having them trapped in the magical town of Havenwood Falls. Personally, I think it worked out really well.

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Brynn: What is your writing Kryptonite?

Tish: Time. LOL. I’m an extremely slow writer. Also, character development. Most of my stories are very plot driven, so I think my characters tend to suffer a bit for that.

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Brynn: Do you try more to be original with each book you write or do you try and follow the trend by giving readers what they want?

Tish: Original all the way. I’ve seen the trends (lately, supernatural prisons, etc.) but I know that’s not where I’ll shine. I need to write what speaks to me, and I always have.

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Brynn: If you could tell your younger writing self one piece of advice, what would it be?

Tish: Don’t give up, and don’t trust just anyone. Building up a core team of people you can depend on is key in this industry. Whether it’s an agent, beta readers, cover artists, or just author friends to bounce ideas off of, it’s important to work with professionals who will have your back, and help bring your vision to life.

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Brynn: What’s your favorite under-appreciated novel?

Tish: I know you’ll balk at this because we’re friends and you’re doing this interview, but honestly, your title, Falling Out of Focus, is one of the best books people haven’t read. LOL.

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Brynn: What authors inspire you and why?

Tish: Oh, man, I have a lot of author friends who fall into this category: Stacey Rourke, Casey Bond, Eric Asher, Amy Harmon, YOU! Anyone who continues to master their craft while creating imaginative, well-written stories is an inspiration to me. Those who can be original and prolific in this day and age, are people I’ve come to appreciate.

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Brynn: As a writer, what would you choose as your mascot/avatar/spirit animal?

Tish: A black cat for sure! ;P

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Brynn: How do you select the names of your characters?

Tish: Like the rest of my stories, they just come to me. LOL. I’m a huge panster, so usually, something will just pop into my head that works, and I run with it.

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Brynn: I love all the witchy element and themes in your books. Do you write your own spells or are they inspired from something else?

Tish: Thank you. I do write all my own spells. Since being young, I loved anything to do with magic or superpowers, so that led to a life superhero movies and paranormal shows. I also worked at the largest Metaphysical store in Colorado at one time, which helped guided me to the Wiccan path. So, yes, all the magic in my books comes from my own knowledge and experience.

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Brynn: What are you currently working on besides The Sisters of Salem?

Tish: I’m currently writing the continuation of Natalie Putnam’s story in the Sun & Moon Academy, Book 2: Spring Semester. And for those who haven’t figure it out, Natalie is the descendant of Ann Putnam (featured in my Witches of BlackBrook series), so she’s also connected to my sister witches who escaped the Salem witch trails in a way. Her story itself provided a clue to what happens in The Sisters of Salem, if you were paying attention.

New Year, New Books to Read!

I was back and forth about what book/author to feature for this month’s Check Out a Book with Brynn , but I was scrolling through my IG feed and it hit me... The Wives by Tarry Fisher. It’s EVERYWHERE and people are raving about it. I read the blurb and understood why. I’ve been a huge fan of Tarryn’s work for quite a while, so adding The Wives to my TBRL was a no brainer.
 
However, these days if I’m going to “read” a book it’s going to be an audiobook. I’m either writing, on the road for this and that or too tired to stay awake. So when I saw the link for her book on www.audible.com -–  I downloaded a copy immediately. 
 
What about you? Have you met Thursday? Heard about her? Added The Wives to your TBR list? 

www.tarrynfisher.com
New York Times bestselling author Tarryn Fisher delivers a pulse-pounding, fast-paced suspense novel that will leave you breathless. A thriller you won’t be able to put down!

Thursday’s husband, Seth, has two other wives. She’s never met them, and she doesn’t know anything about them. She agreed to this unusual arrangement because she’s so crazy about him.
But one day, she finds something. Something that tells a very different—and horrifying—story about the man she married.
What follows is one of the most twisted, shocking thrillers you’ll ever read.

You’ll have to grab a copy to find out why.

Apple: http://bit.ly/TheWives-Apple
Amazon: http://bit.ly/TheWives-Amazon
Nook: http://bit.ly/TheWives-Nook
Google Play: http://bit.ly/TheWives-GooglePlay
Kobo: http://bit.ly/TheWives-Kobo

Listen:
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Wives-Audiobook/148820697X
Books I’ve read by Tarryn Fisher that I can HIGHLY recommend.
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Happy Holidays

I shared this the other day with my email subscribers, but just in case you missed it
I'll sharing it here too with some other fun stuff you MUST check out!

I had an epiphany the other day and came up with an idea to incorporate authors I know, books I’ve read and loved, must have’s, coming soon, and so much more all in one fun post.

So, without further ado… Welcome to the inaugural post of
Check Out a Book with Brynn .

A new, once a month feature that will introduce you to a great book/author, my current read and/or listen, and some of my own book information for you to check out and explore.

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Blurb:
With a touch of her hand, Octavia Hollows can restore life. Yet, she couldn’t save the man she loved from the horrific accident that stole him from her. Octavia thought she could outrun the pain, but ghosts from the past refuse to be silenced. Out of options, she chooses to retrace her wayward journey across the country in search of answers. Surrounded by baffling mysteries of the undead, what she learns about herself along the way might become her greatest weapon.

Seattle, Washington: Land of cloudy skies and a great cup of coffee.

Octavia blew into town in search of information, only to get swirled up in a paranormal predicament even she couldn’t fathom. A neonatal nurse is dead, and her young patient is aging at an alarming rate.

Can Octavia unlock the secrets to this confusing curse before time runs out?

If you like snarky humor, fantastical monsters, and farm-animal sidekicks, The Journals of Octavia Hollows are the paranormal cozy mystery novellas you've been waiting for!  
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Blurb:
Heading up the security team for a disreputable billionaire seems the perfect outlet for Dash Copeland’s anger issues. That is, until he commits the cardinal sin of consorting with the boss’s daughter–Peyton Daniels.

 Worried his indiscretion could cost him his job… or his life… Dash turns his back on his powerful feelings for Peyton and inserts some much needed distance between them by going off the grid. He thought he could forget the seduction of her touch. Nothing could be further from the truth.

When Peyton suddenly goes missing, Dash is ordered to track her down. The cost of failure being her life… and his. For the first time, Dash must cast aside his savage methods and handle the matter with a delicate hand.



Will it be enough to save the only woman he’s ever loved?
Or will one misstep allow his energies to achieve their twisted agendas?
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Books! Books!! and MORE BOOKS!!!

Join In On The Fun and Win Free Books!

Welcome to Booktober Bingo!

Grab the cards of all ten participating authors (tagged below) and start reading! Once you have read and reviewed enough books to make a “Bingo” per card (a Bingo equals a line across, or down, or diagonal and can include the FREE space), simply submit your entry in Tish Thawer’s Book Coven group along with your review links to qualify for the Grand Prize. A winner will be drawn on October 31st and receive a SIGNED BOOK from each participating author AND a brand-new KINDLE FIRE!

Happy Booktober and Good Luck!
Don’t forget to follow each author on social media and subscribe to their newsletters to keep up-to-date with all their bookish things. (To submit your entry, simply take a screen shot of your completed cards, mark off which books you’ve read and reviewed to make a “Bingo” on each, and post it in Tish’s group along with your review links.)

Join Tish’s group here:
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Victoria Flynn @vflynnauthor
Amy Hale @authoramyhale
Brynn Myers @authorbrynnmyers
Cameo Renae @cameorenae
Stacey Rourke @rourkewrites
Tish Thawer @tishthawer
Becca Vincenza @becca_vincenza
Rue Volley @ruevolley
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Captivated by Crimson is now available in audio

My publisher, Amber Leaf Publishing, found an amazing narrator to be the voice of my characters. Senn Annis did a great job bringing Elizabeth Bathory, Nola, Andrik, and the rest of the cast of Captivated by Crimson to life.

If you’re a fan of dark, sexy stories with a twist on the usual vampire tale then this the book for you. Greek gods, humans, ferals, and the ever infamous Elizabeth Bathory.
When a god and a vampire queen desire you, things can get complicated.

Nola Blair is a free-spirited artist who’s been offered a hefty sum to create a unique piece for a party at Elizabeth Bathory’s ruined castle. It’s an assignment she declined––twice. However, at the behest of her sister and her best friend, she finally gave in, choosing her career over her annoyance with the misogynist ass trying to secure her services.

Erzsebet Bathory has been trapped for centuries and would do anything to escape, including using her own son, Paul, to do her bidding. Soon she’ll be free and take her place among the ferals as their queen.

Andrik Kane had no idea his life would change when he saved Nola from a band of rogue vampires. Charged with the hunting of ferals and their creators, one broken rule and the blood of a beautiful brunette in distress ends up giving him more than he ever bargained for.

One wants her blood, the other wants her to be his. Who will decide Nola’s fate?

Buy Links:
Audible- https://adbl.co/2MLPmgq
Amazon- https://amzn.to/2YyPYwW
iBooks- https://apple.co/2YSlUb3
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