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Pay it Forward Friday… FEATURING “The Magic Warble” by Author Victoria Simcox and GIVEAWAY

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There is a saying if you have much, give your wealth; if you have little, give your heart.  
I’m not rich by any means, but I give my heart to my fellow Authors on
Pay it Forward Fridays!  
Enjoy, Emily
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 ”The Magic Warble”
By Author Victoria Simcox


Dwarfs, gnomes, fairies, talking animals, and an evil queen all these and more can be found in The Magic Warble, an enchanting tale of adventure and friendship.
Twelve-year-old Kristina Kingsly feels like the most unpopular girl in her school. The kids all tease her, and she never seems to fit in. But when Kristina receives an unusual Christmas gift, she suddenly finds herself magically transported to the land of Bernovem, home of dwarfs, gnomes, fairies, talking animals and the evil Queen Sentiz.
In Bernovem, Kristina not only fits in, she’s honored as ”the chosen one”, the only one who can release the land from Queen Sentiz’s control. But it s not as simple as it seems.
To save Bernovem, she must place the gift she was given, the famous ”Magic Warble,” in its final resting place. And she must travel through the deep forest, climb a treacherous mountain, and risk capture by the queen s ”zelbocks” before she reaches her destination. Guided by her new fairy friends, Clover and Looper and by Prince Werrien, a teenage boy, as well as an assortment of other characters, Kristina sets off on a perilous journey that not only tests her strength but her heart.
(Note: The Magic Warble is 267 pgs long with 1-2 pictures per chap. It is listed a middle-grade read, ages 9-13)
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Excerpt from Chapter 6, The Zelbock 
“Queen Sentiz’s zelbocks are surely out in the forest, searching for anyone suspicious who may have…” Looper flew very close to Kristina’s ear and in a low whisper said, “The Magic Warble.”
 Kristina reached into her pocket for the Magic Warble, but Looper suddenly stopped abruptly in midair and glanced from side to side nervously. Then he flew to a nearby tree and landed on one of its branches. He looked all about the forest.
 Kristina wondered what he was doing and was about to ask Clover, but then he turned around and whispered, “Quick! Take cover!”
 As quick as a flash of light, Clover flew off to a nearby tree stump. Then Kristina looked around to see where she could hide.

 “Over here!” Clover called out to her. Clover was sitting with her knees curled up, inside a knothole of a stump. Kristina ran, jumped over the stump, and hid behind it.
 “Hey! Watch out!” Clover snapped.
 Kristina was about to respond, but then she heard something coming toward them. She poked her head over the stump and saw a horrible creature, slightly taller than a dwarf but very ugly. Its face was covered in warts. It had a crooked, turned-up nose, and its back was hunched over. It stood very near Kristina and Clover, with a suspicious, evil look on its face, sniffing the air like a dog.
Kristina dared not make a move in case it might see her.
She glanced up at the tree where Looper was standing, straight as a pin, against its trunk, not moving a muscle. The horrible creature couldn’t see anything, so it started to leave. But then a branch Kristina was sitting on suddenly snapped. She gasped, and the creature turned around to face her. It stared directly into her eyes and grinned from ear to ear. Drool dripped out of the corner of its mouth, and it rubbed its large, gnarled hands together.
Kristina glanced back at Looper, who was now motioning for her to run to the tree he was in. She looked over at Clover.
“Hurry! Run to the tree and climb it!” Clover said frantically.
The creature started toward Kristina, so she ran as fast as she could toward the tree.
“Quick, Kristina, jump and pull yourself up,” Looper said.
The branch was much higher than the top of her head, but she gave it her best shot. She jumped once but failed to reach it. The creature was right behind her.
“Don’t give up, Kristina! You must reach it,” Looper said fearfully.
She jumped again, and this time caught hold of the branch. Then she swung her legs upward, just as the creature lunged up underneath her, scratching her back with its long, grimy fingernails. She got her legs around the branch, and then pulled herself up to sit on it.
“Give me the Magic Warble,” the creature hissed.
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Bio of Author Victoria Simcox



Victoria was born in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada, to an Austrian immigrant mother, and a Dutch immigrant father.
She now lives in Western Washington with her husband, Russ and their three children, Toby, Kristina, and William. Her other family members are a Chihuahua, named Pipsy and two cats, named Frodo and Fritz.
Besides being an author, Victoria is a home-schooling mother of twelve years and an elementary school art teacher of eleven years.
In her spare time, Victoria enjoys managing her two older children’s Celtic band.
She also loves writing, reading, painting watercolors, hiking, good movies, and just simply hanging out with her family and friends.

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It’s just me…. from “ACCENDO” the 3rd Novel in “The Light-Bearer Series” by Emily Guido

The family was gathered in Dmitri’s rather large study/library where he arranged for the evening meal and strategy session to attack the Elder Council. Casual conversation was taking place as they rested on the overstuffed leather couches.
Books lined two of the walls; some looked rather ancient Charmeine thought. Her eyes followed up to the ceiling where a mural of the Trojan War was depicted. She looked at the Blood-Hunters, Tabbruis, Dmitri, Neal and Thomas thinking they probably would have been there. She looked up again and swallowed hard with new the realization. For contrast, she noticed one wall populated with big flat screen TV’s lined up on either side of a huge projection screen and dry/erase board.  The other side had old portraits, some people she recognized.  All were painted masterfully. They framed a wide open door to a terrace. Opulence and extravagant were the only words to describe everything about the castle.
The study door opened and Oksana appeared with a cart and an older gentleman on staff followed her.
The aroma instantly drew Charmeine. “Pizza? I love pizza!” She jumped up off the couch with a wide smile.
Oksana, and the gentleman did not know English, but they smiled because she was so happy.
The squad chuckled at the fuss she made over having her favorite food.
“Yep, Char loves pizza. At Joe’s, on Union Avenue in Holbrook, I’ve seen Char put down a large pizza by herself.” Shane winked at her with a smile.
“Girl Power,” Sandra replied as she bumped knuckles with Charmeine.
Everyone began to laugh and dinner for all was served.
Later, after the squad enjoyed their respective dinners, she noticed there was a positive mood in the room.
“Let us move to the conference table and get to work,” Dmitri said.  Once they were seated, he politely acknowledged everyone at the table. “My Queen, please do not think we are leaving you out of the planning, but several of us here have military training. Will you indulge us while we plot the attack?”
“Not at all Dmitri, I just want to be in on the fight.”
“Oh, you will be, my Queen.”
She saw Tabbruis tense up and whispered, “You are my Champion, remember? We will be fighting together.”
“Always,” he whispered with a strained smile.
Dmitri asked, “Let us go around the table assessing strengths and weaknesses, shall we?”
“Like a SWOT Analysis?” Sandra inquired.
“Oh my… very good, Sandra, that is correct.”
Sandra started the Smartboard and screen. She drew four squares labeling them S-W-O-T.
They evaluated every aspect of the squad’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
“My Queen, do you know what your capabilities are?” Dmitri asked. “At practice the other night, each of us demonstrated and evaluated our proficiency. Tabbruis was not there, but I have fought with him in many battles, wars and armies.  I believe he has the same abilities as I do.”
“Yes, not to sound boastful,” Tabbruis interjected. “I am an expert in hand to hand combat, sword fighting and a pretty fair marksman.”
“Dmitri, I know Judo,” Charmeine replied. “However, my supernatural powers have increased since they appeared at Jones Beach in Long Island.” She reflected with a sad look on her face and tone, “That seems like ages ago.”
“You’ve got that right Char.” Shane exhaled and nodded his head.
“Yes my Queen. The question is can you manifest the supernatural powers at your will?”
She looked pensive. “Dmitri, may I use the terrace?”
“Certainly my Queen, come with me.”
A few minutes later the squad was gathered the terrace.
Charmeine tensed up.
Tabbruis was by her side.
She whispered, “I don’t know if I can do this.”
He wisely put his hand on her shoulder, looked deep into her eyes and whispered, “All you have to do is think about our family, and the very deadly threat of it being taken away. Use the strength which is deep down inside your soul. I know you will do anything to protect your family.”
“Please stay beside me Tabbruis; I need your strength and determination to do this.” She began to think about protecting her family and the innocent humans of the world. She felt the adrenaline running through her veins and concentrated on the threat from the Elder Council, especially…Pascal. Just then, her fingers began to spark and a white light illuminated the terrace. The wind began to blow and cracks of thunder roared through the sky. Her hair was flying from the gushes of wind. She put her hands out and shot a bolt of lightning across the terrace, and it decimated a statue on the walking path about 300 feet away. As she closed her eyes, huge balls of hail began to rain down on the pasture next to the castle. With a push off the ground, she slowly started to fly. At first, she hovered. Suddenly, as fast as a shooting star, she flew down to the Formal Garden. Soaring around a tree heading for the terrace, she shrieked, “I’m flying!” She took off circling each of the lawn statues.
Shane shouted, “All right Mom!” and started clapping.
“Way to go girlfriend!” Sandra exclaimed as she jumped up and down.
The family began to clap and cheer as she flew all around the castle grounds.
Tabbruis smiled in amazement and awe. He knew her gifts were from God. Now that she could fly at super speed, he felt comfort she had another formidable weapon to use in her defense.

When she decided to come back down to the Earth, she flew to the terrace and jumped down next to him. She was panting and overjoyed.
“You are amazing Charmeine! You did it!” Tabbruis exclaimed and clapped.
She threw her arms around him and gave him a big kiss.
Everyone was still cheering and clapping.

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“Only those who attempt the absurd can achieve the impossible.”
~Albert Einstein
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Sacrifice… from “ACCENDO” 3rd Novel in “The Light-Bearer Series” by Emily Guido

When Tabbruis was done putting on his pajamas, he looked over his shoulder. She was asleep lying back on the bed still half-dressed. He furrowed his brow in concern but thought, ‘She has been through so much. Her body is trying to catch up and needs rest.’
He prepared her ready for bed and left her yellow camisole on. He put a sheet over her so she could sleep comfortably. He marveled at her beauty. Her brown skin radiated heat and golden hair lit up in the fast rising sun.
There was a quiet knock at the door. He put on his robe and opened the door. It was Thomas with a cart of food. He saw she was sleeping and whispered, “I can come back later.”
“No need for that Thomas, I’m starved,” she muttered lying on her pillow and did not move.
“Thank you Thomas, please get some rest now also,” Tabbruis added.
He nodded and turned to leave. “Yes, this is my last stop. Rest well with the Angels,” and closed the door.
“Angels? He’s got to be kidding,” she mumbled.
“Thomas means well, Charmeine. I am glad you are awake enough to eat.”  He brought a tray to her, fixed a Coke and gave it to her. Then he poured his sanguine supper in a crystal glass.
She dove right in eating the sandwich and drank the Coke down in one gulp. “Wow, I can’t believe I am this hungry Tabbruis.”
“I am glad you were awake to eat.  You need your strength Charmeine.”
She poured some more Coke into her glass and offered her glass for a toast.
They touched their glasses and toasted, “Cheers.” As they sat up in bed, the two talked about things going on at the castle and their life in Romania. For a while, they enjoyed the quiet time together like any married couple would. Life requested a lot from them, and it was nice to have leisurely moments alone.
She yawned, put the tray on the night table, and kissed him sweetly. “In all this craziness, I know at the end of the day, I can lay my head on your chest, hear your heartbeat, and everything will be okay.” She threw off the sheet and busily cleaned up the dishes putting them on the cart. “I have to brush my teeth. Meet you back here?”
He winked at her with a nod and smoldering smile.
“Oh…then I’ll be right back,” she winked back.
A few minutes later, he heard odd sounds coming from the bathroom. Quickly, he went in and found her kneeling in front of her toilet.
“What is it? Are you okay Charmeine?”
“I’m fine. This is no fair, I didn’t even drink. You should at least have had some Tequila to be this sick,” she answered with a strained smile.
He ran a washcloth under cold water, ringed it out and put it on her head. He reached out with his senses to check her heart rate, and it was okay, but he was still concerned.
“I’m fine now Tabbruis, no worries.”
He helped her stand up.
She went to the sink and rinsed out her mouth and noticed he was watching her intently. A little self-conscious, “I really do need to brush my teeth now alone. I’m okay. I just had a little indigestion. Please, close the door on your way out.”
“Can I get something to settle your stomach?”
“No need, it is over. I don’t feel the least bit queasy anymore, but I do want to brush my teeth… uh… without an audience.”
“I will be waiting.” He walked to the door with a strange look on his face.
When he closed the door, Charmeine sarcastically said to herself as she loaded her brush up with toothpaste, “Just what I need a stomach bug on top of saving the world.”
Exhausted and sweating, she came out of the bathroom, and the sun was up. She peeled off all of her clothes and got into bed.
Tabbruis noticed she was wilting from the heat and thought maybe it was making her sick. He got up, opened the patio doors, and a cool breeze wafted over the bedroom. Then, he closed the heavy curtains which darkened the room, leaving them open enough to let the cool breeze in.
He took off his all of his clothes too and lay next to her.  With a contented sigh, he patted his chest beckoning her to come to him.
She laid her tired head on his chest and heard his heartbeat.  “I love you so…”
Tabbruis interrupted, “That you came to Hell to rescue me?”  He sighed, “I can never even begin to say thank you my love.”
She whispered, “Semper tua ero.”
“My sweet Charmeine, semper tuus ero; I am forever yours.”
Their naked flesh was connecting and folding together. It seemed ever since their wedding night, Tabbruis and Charmeine’s bodies were somehow now one. Their flesh intermingled as a single entity.
She sniffed the rose scent on her arm. “I love this rose lotion, but you spoil me too much.”
“My love, I have gone centuries with no one to be with.  Let me love you. Let me take care of you.  And yes, let me spoil you. I want you to be…”  She was asleep. Tabbruis kissed Charmeine on the forehead, breathed in the rose scent and fell asleep enfolding her tightly in his strong arms.

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We can be
Death or Delight,
Demon or Angel,
Destruction or Salvation,
To others
The choice is yours.
I choose Delight, Angel and Salvation…
What’s yours?
May you have peace today!

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Hell… from “Accendo” the 3rd Novel in “The Light-Bearer Series”

All of a sudden, the Angel Charmeine and baby Shane were being pulled out of the Lake of Fire and Torment.
When she opened her eyes, Tabbruis stood above her. His body was scalded and burnt to a crisp. Flesh hung off his skeleton. His once beautiful, strong and powerful form was reduced to bone, roasted skin and black crust. She recognized him only by his eyes, and wailed in sorrow for the pain he was in.
No matter how Tabbruis looked, Charmeine embraced and kissed him. His dry parched flesh and bones became smooth with her kiss and touch. Her love was curing him, as he began to heal. “Thank God we found you Tabbruis.” She felt his flesh knitting, cooling with her arms around him. He held her and Shane close to his body. Soon, he became perfect, as he was in Heaven. Instantly, he was filled with love and peace.
She wondered how badly her legs were burnt. However, when Charmeine looked down, she was not hurt even though the lower half of her body felt like it was cooked in the fire.
Tabbruis took Shane in his arms and kissed him. “Son, I missed you so.” He smiled wide at his father showing his new tooth.
Charmeine was thrilled to have her family back and beamed with happiness.
Miraculously, for a moment in Hell, the love and bond between Tabbruis, Charmeine and Shane was so strong it lit everything in white light… She heard the voice from Heaven say, “Accendo Charmeine…”
*****
After a moment, everything turned black and gloomy again in Hell. Tabbruis’ face became anxious with worry. “Charmeine, we have to get out of Hell. There is no time. The portal to Earth is closing.”
“But Tabbruis, we have to get back to Heaven.”
“Charmeine, we will never be allowed to go across the Gate of Heaven. It has been sealed. The portal to Earth is our only way out of Hell. Listen to me, Charmeine. It is important you heed what I say. The portal may separate us on Earth by space and time but whatever happens, know I will find you. God will help me find you. We are part of each other. We cannot be apart and God knows that. Do not be afraid.”
Tabbruis secured Shane in his arms, and he reached for her hand. They ran to Earth’s portal. Wind was whipping around like a tornado, and she was having a hard time keeping upright. It was hard to see because the black smoke burned her eyes.
Fallen Angels were running to the portal pushing and shoving them out of the way. It was very loud from the wind created by the portal and the screams from fallen Angels.
All of a sudden, a man grabbed Charmeine. He was using her power to heal and mend his burnt flesh from the Lake of Fire and Torment. However, his hands were restraining her while running them all along her body.
Tabbruis looked behind him and yelled, “No! Leave her alone!” He leapt to defend his wife and quickly tore her away from the man’s grasp.
“Are you okay Charmeine?”
“Yes, I think so Tabbruis.” She was nauseated from the man’s touch.
He handed Shane to her.
His anger was boiling and turned to attack the man.
The man raised a finger to Tabbruis. “Temper… temper. Tsk, tsk.”
He smiled like the Devil at Charmeine while she withered away from his repugnant implication. In a sing-song voice of lurid sexuality, he whispered, “My name is Pascal, and I look forward to seeing you again…Charmeine.”
When Pascal said her name, she shuddered with revulsion.
“Never!” Tabbruis roared with fury and lunged for him.
Pascal ran into the portal.
With vengeance, Tabbruis pursued Pascal.
All of a sudden, they were lost in the portal.
Charmeine’s eyes became wide with fear. “Tabbruis, come back! Oh God, help me! Shane and I need you!” She trembled in shock and trepidation. Because the wind was violent and unrelenting, she tried to keep her balance. Fallen angels were pushing and knocking her around. It was all she could do to protect Shane from the blows she received.
Struggling with the gusts, she felt Shane being ripped out of her arms into the portal. Instinctively, she grasped for him. She had her fingers on him trying to get a better grip, but could not get a good hold. She cried out, “My Son, help me Lord God!”
Terror, shock and horror overtook Charmeine as Shane was sucked out of her grasp.
Still in her dream and looking down, she awoke on the beach in Patchogue, Long Island, New York traumatized, confused and dazed.
She did not have Tabbruis or Shane, but did not know about them either.
The only thing she knew was the first part of her name, ‘C-h-a-r’ and nothing else.
Everything, all her past had been erased.
She was dazed and frightened as she aimlessly walked through the streets of Holbrook utterly and horribly alone.

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You come into the world alone,
and you go out of the world alone.
Yet, it seems we push people away.  
Embrace those around you who are different.
Don’t live alone.  
Peace and love, Emily

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Helpless… from Accendo 3rd Novel in “The Light-Bearer Series” by Emily Guido

In a misty white cloud, Charmeine was floating. Her heart was happy and peaceful. She was looking down on what seemed to be like a dreamy movie of Tabbruis, herself, and their baby, Shane.
She realized it was a dream of Heaven again.
Tabbruis was playing with Shane lifting him up in the air and then resting him on his chest.
Shane squealed with laughter.
The ‘Angel Charmeine’ was busy fixing her hair.
All of them were clad in long, white robes. However, Tabbruis looked stunning in a breastplate of gold armor and a sword at his side.
Her heart warmed as she saw Tabbruis and Shane because her family meant the world to her.
*****
Later, Charmeine and Tabbruis were walking down a street. He had Shane in his arms and rocked him while making cooing noises. Eventually, they arrived at a big market square where everyone was murmuring and milling around.
Suddenly, the sky broke open and a perfect white light settled over the gathering. A voice came from the front of the square.
An Archangel clad in magnificent gold armor stood on a platform in front of the crowd. He proclaimed, “I, Archangel Gabriel, will read the Prophecy.
All true Angels of God will rejoice.”
He took out a scroll from his sheath, “There are many Angels who are rebellious and doubt the word of God.”
Everyone started to murmur as the Archangel Gabriel began to read from a scroll:
Listen, oh Angels of Heaven:
Those who are disobedient will be cast from Heaven into the Lake of Fire and Torment.
Their place will become devoid of God and God’s mercy!
The Earth will be abused by those from Hell while they walk the Earth.
To show how omnipotent and loving God is, God will send his only begotten Son, a Lamb, to be slaughtered for all in Heaven and in Hell.
The Lamb’s followers shall be only of the Meek, the Honest, and the Self-Sacrificing.
The Lamb will send his weakest Angel to bring peace to a troubled world before the Apocalypse.
They will call her, The Queen of Light and her Champion will be the King of Darkness.
They will bring order and continue the fight against those defiant and seditious of God’s word and battle to rid the Earth of Lucifer’s minions.
Their family will rule with justice, harmony and determination of spirit.
Suddenly, Charmeine’s movie became fuzzy and with no sound.
She was now looking over a scene of Angels running around the ‘Angel Charmeine’ with fear and panic. Not hearing anything, Charmeine floated over the scene. Fire was raining down on Heaven while she carried Shane. Some of the buildings of Heaven were burning. She ran up and down the great Gate of Heaven which was in a lattice pattern with spikes at the bottom.
Out of desperation, the ‘Angel Charmeine’ put Shane down and ran to the Gatekeeper pleading. She was fearful for Shane as he was crying and frightened. She was begging The Gatekeeper for something, but he was shaking his head no. The Gatekeeper was rolling down the Gate of Heaven. As it was lowering, in sheer desperation, the ‘Angel Charmeine’ threw herself under it.
In a sudden burst of agony, Charmeine felt it.

She experienced a shock of intense pain and the loud noises rang in her ears. Opening her eyes, she had become the ‘Angel Charmeine’ now. Extreme pain and red-hot fire ran through her body. The Gate of Heaven had ripped her almost in half.
Tabbruis was gripping her hand while pulled down into Hell.
Even though Charmeine was in great pain and misery, she held his hand tightly. She said in desperation, “Hold on Tabbruis. Do not let go!”
Nevertheless, she saw black hands trying to pull him down into the darkness.
Her body was in intense torment, but she willed herself to keep holding his hand.
“Semper tuus ero, Charmeine!”
“Semper tua ero, Tabbruis!” She pleaded, “Oh God, he is not here. Open the Gate of Heaven for him. I need my husband. Our son needs his father.”
He let go of her hand and was finally dragged into Hell.

“Tabbruis! God, help him. Bring him back to us. Shane and I need him.”
As she ran her hand down the spike which impaled her, she started to feel the life go out of her body.
She reached for Shane who was by her leg crying out, ‘Ma, Ma, Ma!’ She felt his arm while he desperately grabbed her hand.
Totally helpless to protect her family, she wailed in final scream of agony and closed her eyes.

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Fear, Helplessness, and Terror 
all of these came to my mind while I wrote this.
It has come to my mind a lot last week…
Let there be PEACE in all our hearts!

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Top 10 List ….. And now for some fun! Emily Guido Style!

TOP TEN LIST
The Author of “The Light-Bearer Series”
TIME FOR FUN!
 
Admittedly, I’m the author of “The Light-Bearer Series” so if I didn’t like my own books, I would be a pretty bad Author!  There are points in the books which evoke tons of feelings in me.  However, what are my top ten of my heart?
1.  First, I do other creative things and have always been that way.  I love music!  I play violin, sing and have acted in musicals!  My last role was a year or so ago Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast.  I loved it.  I always have music playing in the background while I write… now if you looked at my playlists you would say, “What?  Emily you are weird!”  I love classical, 80’s, punk rock, dance (club music), and easy listening love songs.  OH I love some 50’s big band music too!  I know, weird!
2. Who am I a fan of?  Well, my favorite books are from English and American Lit!  Of course my first books were like anyone else’s like The Box Car Children, Little Women, The Hobbit, you know.  But when I would go to Public Library after school, I would sneak over and to the section where the big books were and pull down Dracula by Bram Stoker and read it covertly.
3. My favorite animal? No, I won’t say because if I did I would forsake an animal!  I’m a cat, dog, rabbit, horse, fish, and bird person!  Chickens make me laugh because they are so skittish and little tiny chipmunks make me smile because they are so darn cute!
4. My favorite dream?  Where would we all be without dreams?  I think my favorite dreams are about my characters Charmeine and Tabbruis!  I dream of them walking down the coast of Long Island or the Black Sea and going places and doing things that a jet set couple would do.  However, Charmeine would protest because she hates being spoiled!  She’s married to the hunkiest, green eyed, built, thoughtful, most gorgeous man on Earth, Tabbruis… take it Charmeine… take it!  RUN!
5: What do I fantasize about?  Being on a white sandy beach looking out a crystal blue ocean with the waves coming in and out!  Of course reading my Kindle a juicy vampire romance or some cute funny story and sunbathing!  Can you tell I love the beach?  Of course, I fantasize looking at Tabbruis while I do it…woot!

6: I love the fact that I can always make a joke out of almost anything.  I look at this philosophy.  There is a lot of yuck in this world but I like to concentrate on lighting the mood a little.  That doesn’t mean I don’t complain you can ask my husband about that…grrr!  But, Charmeine my character and I are somewhat the same in that belief.  Gotta give everyone the benefit of the doubt, I believe!  So, I tend to let the news and especially the bad news just roll off my shoulders.  I know that I will worry.  I’m like Charmeine, “Who needs that?”
7: I love all things food!  Okay Charmeine and I are a lot like that too.  We love food!  It’s a great thing to sit down at dinner with the family or friends and dig into your favorite meal laughing and talking!  It is joy!  What is my favorite food?  That would be easy, steak, baked potato, veggies, salad and a nice wine or even a tall glass of Sam Adams!  Charmeine is doesn’t have favorites.   Although, how could she eat so much and still be a size two?  I do not know, maybe it’s because she immortal?  Hum?  I need that “immortal” shot because I am not a size two!
8: What is my favorite pastime? I love to waste time!  No kidding, I just like milling around with no direction.  But if you were to ask where, I would say the Beach immediately, but what?  Just reading, writing, eating and generally just walking around enjoying myself!
9: What are my favorite places to shop?  Nowhere, grocery to clothes!  I really hate… no loathe shopping!  However, that doesn’t mean I don’t shop! NO! I much prefer shopping on line.  It also doesn’t mean I don’t spend money, I spend it, believe me!  The only enticement shopping has for me is when a girlfriend asks me to go and there will be lunch or dinner involved… then okay!  But I don’t enjoy it!
10: What are my favorite things of all time? YOU, spending time with you in laughter and jokes, tears and pain, love, enjoying quiet time by myself, going to the beach, being by myself with my Kindle, daydreaming, romance, and to top it off with a cherry, sharing and Paying it Forward with everyone!
Those are the “Emily” all-time favorite things! 
I hope you enjoy life and live with happiness, love and romance always!

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Charmeine came through the bathroom door looking like she had be kicked in the stomach.
“Sick again?” Tabbruis asked.
“They call it morning sickness, but it sure comes and goes anytime,” she replied wiping her forehead with a washcloth.
“Can I get you some crackers or ginger ale?” He got up out of bed.
“Nope, I think I’m fine. The morning sickness has gotten better like Laura said it would, but it’s not… uh, totally gone yet,” she sighed.
He got back into bed and pulled the covers down for her.
She walked to the patio doors and looked out over the Black Sea through the frost on the window panes. Standing so near the glass, her breath made the window fog up.
He watched her with love in his eyes and thought, ‘She is so beautiful. Her hand is always on her belly rubbing the baby and cradling it like our child was already in her arms.’
“I’m so glad to finally be home Tabbruis,” she said with a tired sigh. “The weddings were picture perfect, but nothing makes me happier than being back home at the castle again.”
“I am pleased you love living here as much as I do, Charmeine.”
“Why wouldn’t I love it, Tabbruis?” she asked with a yawn. “You spoil me too much.”
“I do not spoil you, Charmeine. I just want you to be as happy as I am.”
Sitting on the edge of the bed still rubbing her belly with a far-off look she sighed with contentment. “I have to admit Castle Charmeine is impeccable. It is wonderful for our family and perfect with all the room we need for our family to grow.”
“What do you mean?” His eyebrows were raised as he was taken aback by her statement.
Not listening, she absentmindedly stared into space while rubbing Baby Hunter nestled in her womb. “Wouldn’t it be great to see our grandchildren running around the castle one day?”
 “I see…” he laughed, “You already are expecting grandchildren from Shane and Sandra?”
“Well, yeah.” She wondered why he was laughing and looked away smiling. “I don’t know, maybe from Shane and Sandra, Thomas and Laura, Neal and Hameal can adopt or even from our little Baby Hunter here.” She rubbed the baby through her silk nightgown.
Tabbruis burst out with another round of laughter. “Wait, wait… you want…?” He could see she was in her own little fantasy world. He did not want to spoil her moment of quiet revelry. “Well my love, I shall ask Hameal to start on additions to castle immediately, just for our grandchildren.” He rubbed his eyes with a yawn. “But can we at least wait and see our little Baby Hunter born, before we ask him or her for grandchildren?”
She didn’t hear him. She was smiling so lost in the thought of her grandchildren running from room to room.

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Seditious Foreword
I met Emily and fell instantly in love.  Much like her characters, she is passionate, romantic and cares very deeply for her family and friends.  It is through this prism that she lives her life; believing in the very best of the human spirit.  At her core lies an undying spirit and conviction in her that is not often seen.  It was because of this soulfulness that I made her my bride.
She was inspired to write “The Light-Bearer Series” from a simple idea.  Could love truly conquer all?  The trials and tribulations Charmeine & Tabbruis face are not very much unlike our own.  Although fantastical in nature, their problems are like any marriage.  It is through undying love and respect that couples resolve issues in their relationships.
What makes “The Light-Bearer Series” so appealing is the humanness of her unhuman characters.  They have the souls, the wickedness and the passions we all have.  They are grounded in a human spirit which is undying, nurturing and caring in a way that projects our best selves.  We find ourselves wishing we could be as strong and compassionate as her characters.
Emily, my wife, you are an inspiration to us all.  We love you.
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Tears were rolling down Charmeine’s face. She said in his ear, “Hold on to me Tabbruis; don’t leave me now. I’ve been searching for you my whole life. Semper…tua…ero.”
Finally, Charmeine felt a puncture in her neck and gasped at the pain but was very relieved. Something strange happened when he began to pull on her blood. She felt a rush of warmth run through her body. When he pulled again on her blood, a shock of pleasure ran up and down her body. She laid back on the bed too weak to hold up his weight up anymore.
Going on Tabbruis’ basic instincts, he rested across the top of her with his mouth buried in her neck. He pulled on her sublime and sweet blood again. When he drank, an electric, sexual heat filled all his senses.
Charmeine did not know what was going on. She had never felt like this before. She pressed him against her body and whispered, “Hold me Tabbruis. Hold me closer.”
With a low growl, he began to wrap his arms around her tightly.
She moaned with pleasure.
He was not only reveling in her sweet and divine blood rushing over his tongue, but he was on fire with desire. His body had never experienced the feelings of pure want and sexual need which flowed through him. Never had he wanted anyone, but he craved her body and soul. He did not want to let go until they were both satisfied with the need they both were feeling.
Suddenly, Tabbruis’ senses came back to him. He turned his head from her neck ashamed of what he had done. His desire was too great to be this close to her. He would rather die than harm her.
Charmeine took his chin in her hands and slowly turned his head. His eyes were green in middle but the iris was circled with black desire. Looking into his eyes, she brought his head to her neck and said, “Believe.”
He backed away, “I cannot. I do not want to hurt you.”
“You won’t Tabbruis. I know you won’t.”  Charmeine lowered herself on the bed and breathlessly whispered in his ear, “Believe.” She kissed Tabbruis’ mouth. His fangs were exposed, and she felt the fangs with her tongue.

Tabbruis was trying to control his needs but could not help growling as she did this. The sensuous and tantalizing feel of her tongue on his fangs pushed him over the edge. He could not hold back any longer, he bent down and began to pull blood from her neck again. He held her even closer now.
Suddenly, Charmeine pulsated with white light.
The warmth and tingle of the white light made Tabbruis run his hands through her hair and up and down her arms.
She held him close as she burned with passion, “Tabbruis.”
With one last pull of her blood which made her shiver, he licked her neck healing it instantly, “Charmeine.”
He laid next to her.



Looking into her eyes, he whispered, “Semper tuus ero, Charmeine.”
“Semper tua ero, Tabbruis.”
(I am forever yours)

 

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Synopsis of “Charmeine”
Can romance develop between a Heavenly Light-Bearer and a Hellish Vampire Blood-Hunter?
“Charmeine” the First Novel in “The Light-Bearer Series,” was released January 2012.
Tabbruis is a Blood-Hunter and drinks blood to survive. Over millennia Tabbruis has wandered the Earth alone aimlessly living through many historical events.
Charmeine just came to the Earth in 1997, unable to remember anything.
When Tabbruis meets Charmeine the attraction is immediate and passionate. They are polar opposites and clash together in a strongly romantic and dramatic way. When she meets Tabbruis, Charmeine’s powers as a Light-Bearer, one who throws lightning, is triggered and grows exponentially.
Will Charmeine and Tabbruis fulfill their destinies?   Will they realize their importance in both the Blood-Hunter and Light-Bearer world?
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Charmeine wrapped her arms around him and kissed him on the neck which electrified him. As she slowly slid down over his chest, he kissed her softly and sweetly on her lips.
She pulled away, “Wow, I’m sorry, I forgot. Are you okay? I don’t want you to be tempted. I just want to be near you.”
He smiled, shook his head, swept Charmeine off her feet and took her over to the couch. He sat her down on his lap. He could feel her warm body close to his. He said in a soft voice with his lips hovering over hers, “Charmeine, I promise I will never hurt you.”
She nuzzled his neck as she kissed it. “Famous…last…words…”
Gently he kissed Charmeine. He felt her soft lips caressing his. All of a sudden it registered what she said, and he bantered, “Very funny, I think I am offended.”
“You talk too much,” and kissed him again. She heard him softly growl and pulled away. Tabbruis’ eyes were closed and when he opened them, she saw they were black with pin-points of green.
“You should eat, we have a big day.”
She got up to make herself a plate of fruit, egg and toast with a cup of coffee. She sat down next to him and began to eat while they talked.
As she was sipping her coffee, she got a serious look on her face. “Well we have a big problem to think about.”
He was rubbing her back and thinking of kissing her again, but dragged himself into the conversation. “Oh, the Blood-Hunter…”
“Bigger,” she said.
“Yes, the fact that you are a Light-Bearer Charmeine, and I am a Blood-Hunter does cause some problems…”
“Even bigger.”
“Charmeine, what could be bigger than that?” he asked with wide questioning eyes.
“Shane! He’s always been protective. I wonder why he let me stay here, with you?” Then she got a glimmer of what went on between them, “Oh, I get it. You convinced him somehow… with hypnotism?”
He shook his head and grinned. “Somehow…I convinced him.”
“Well, it obviously worked.” A troubling look washed across her face.
Tabbruis noticed the sad look in her eyes.
“I’m worried what he will think about us,” she said softly.
“I just talked to Shane while you were in with the clerk.”
Charmeine looked scared, put down her coffee and asked, “Really? What did you say? What did he say? Was he mad? How did he react? Oh, just tell me everything.”
“I told him how I feel about you, and Shane was okay with our relationship.”
Her eyebrows went up with a look trying to figure out what he said to Shane. “What do you feel Tabbruis?”
He swallowed very hard, ran his fingers through her long golden hair and in a soft voice replied, “Happiness Charmeine. I am content and happy for the first time in my life.”
“I feel the same Tabbruis… happiness.” With that, she melted into him.
They embraced each other.
“Shane could see we were attracted to each other last night and sort of figured we would be together now Charmeine.” He closed his eyes, drunk in her warmth and held her tightly.
“He was okay with us?”
“Yes, Shane even made me share a toast of Glenfiddich Scotch to you and me.”
“He has definitely accepted you as my boyfriend.”
“Boyfriend? I am not… I mean…”
“Well what else should I call you…my Blood-Hunter buddy, O-positive pal, or maybe my Super-human chum? Huh?”
He burst out laughing and answered, “Okay, I suppose it is alright being called ‘Boyfriend.’ Although, I did like ‘O-positive pal’…just saying.”
“I’ll keep that in mind Tabbruis. Anyway, when Shane told me he decided to attend Stony Brook University, go into the Army, and ask Sandra to marry him, he made me toast every important occasion with Glenfiddich Scotch. You must be a favorite person of his then. He would only toast to us unless he meant it with his heart.”
“Now, Charmeine you must get ready for the beach.”
While she was walking to the bedroom, she kidded, “Sure thing my blood-partner, my jugular chum, my toothy playmate, my hunter companion, my plasma buddy…any of those descriptions suit ya?” and she watched him as she closed the door.

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Tabbruis’ deep green eyes bore into hers and declared, “I would never hurt you! Please know that!” Inside his heart was racing at the thought of tasting her blood, but he was going to protect and never hurt her.
“I know you are truthful,” and whispered, “I also believe you would never hurt me.”
He looked at her intently and his heart warmed. “Miss Davis, I said you were not my type, because you were not a Blood-Hunter. Who am I to blame you if you doubt what I am saying to you is real? You are so innocent. I did not want you to know there was Evil as myself in the world. This curse is my secret shame. But now, I do not know what to do with all this.” Tabbruis hung his head again.
She lifted his chin. “Why? What can you do? What is there to do?” Even though her head ached, she got up and walked out on the terrace.
Tabbruis just put his head in his hands with his elbows on his knees. He had told her the truth and thought, ‘What will she do? Will she run? Will she leave me?’ His heart started to ache. When he saw her in the parking lot, his heart came alive. Now, it seemed his heart was breaking.
Charleen was confused, but she knew he was telling her the truth. She let the wind whip her hair around her head, and it cleared her mind. She was processing the last few minutes looking at the New York Harbor. She felt a stab in her heart at the thought of ever leaving him. Then she said in soft murmur, “I’m scared.”
Tabbruis’ sensitive ears heard her. He raced out to the terrace and stood in front of her. “I promise Miss Davis. I will never hurt you. You are safe. I am determined to protect you. Please do not be scared.”
She shook her head as tears welled in her eyes. Charleen tackled him with a tight hug around the neck. She desperately cried out, “No! No!  NO!”
Tabbruis did not know what to do. He looked at this delicate thing clinging to him for what seemed dear life itself. His heart felt like it was melting. He became overwhelmed with emotions he never felt before.

Tabbruis and Charmeine

Then, as if he was in a dream, his strong arms wrapped around her. He returned her hug. At that moment, his heart started to beat loudly. This woman in his arms was the answer to all his prayers. He put his cheek against her forehead and felt so at peace.
“Shh, everything will be fine, shh.” He patted her back consoling her while she cried. He wanted to hold her like that for an eternity. He drank in her warmth she radiated to him. She smelled like sun-drenched roses in a meadow. This heavenly creature filled the void, the blackness in his soul which had been there since the second he awoke on the Earth. He was lost in the feeling of having her in his arms.
Especially, Tabbruis loved having her arms around him. However, he had to tug himself into reality. “Miss Davis…”
“Charleen… my name is Charleen,” she interrupted.
“If you wish, you may call me Tab.” He smiled and sighed with happiness. He held her as long as she cried. When she settled down he held her cheeks wiping her tears away with his thumbs.
Nevertheless, as much as Tabbruis hated to, he pulled away from her. It felt like he was walking in quicksand over to the patio door struggling not to turn around and hold her again. Her brightness intoxicated him. Her kindness warmed him. Her smile electrified him. Her touch…her touch aroused him.
She was hurt he left her arms. However, Charleen told herself she had to be more reserved. Getting down to business, she asked, “Tab? Tab, do you know what happened tonight?”
He started to pace. “Yes, I told you I am a Blood-Hunter.” He walked up and down the terrace a few times as she watched him. He stopped in front of her. “You…Miss Davis…Charleen, I am quite sure you are a Light-Bearer.”
She shook her head knowing he was truthful. “What’s a Light-Bearer?”
“Your kind…Light-Bearers are as old as the Blood-Hunters. Our races are mortal enemies of each other. Blood-Hunters hunt your kind and kill them…and vice-versa. Your power, your light, is lethal to us. The Elders want to rid the Earth of any threats to their power and made it a law that Blood-Hunters are supposed to kill Light-Bearers.”
She put her hands up and did not want to hear anymore.
Tabbruis knew he needed to tell her the whole story. “Now, looking into your eyes, I do not care about the consequences. However, even talking to you now and especially attacking the other Blood-Hunter tonight can sentence me to death. Letting you live is an abomination to the Elder Council. Nevertheless, I vow to protect you. A light such as yours should never be extinguished.”
“Oh my God! I don’t want anything to happen to you because of me. I have to go now!” She started to leave.
 Tabbruis drew her in a tight hug as if an urgent need to keep her body connected to his. “I have been aimlessly walking the Earth for centuries, but I am sure now God has given me the purpose of my very existence to protect you.”
She struggled to get away from his embrace, but it felt so good to have his arms around her. “I can’t let you be condemned because of me.”  Tears were streaming down her face.
Tabbruis kept one arm around her, took one of his hands and pushed her trembling chin up so her eyes could meet his. “Now Charleen, look me in the eyes. I need to know the truth from you this time.”
Her tears were falling on his fingers and each one quenched a thirst, not a thirst for blood, but a thirst for love.
Looking into her eyes, he held her face with his hand and asked, “Can you leave me now?”
He wanted to say, can you break my heart once it began to beat when I saw you? Can you tear my soul away once it started to live inside me the moment you touched me? But he remembered she was a Light-Bearer, his opposite.
She never felt such deep emotions in her life. She whispered softly, “I… I don’t think I have the strength.” Charleen didn’t know why, but she had to be near him. His presence was like a missing piece to her heart. She looked into his deep green eyes, and her heart was full and complete. She blushed and looked down.

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