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Beautiful Freaks…

When you create something that you share with the world you are now in the public eye. Someone(s) might not enjoy it, but you did it. You boldly went were some are to afraid to tread. By sharing your art, music, writing, etc you are sharing something special. You are giving people a glimpse of your artful soul. It’s tough being an artist, but there are those brave enough to throw it out there and say, “Check this shit out. If you don’t like it too bad. Because I do.” In that I can thank David Bowie and other artists that were bold and daring. To tell the mundane that being weird, odd, nerdy is beautiful. I am broken hearted about him leaving, but happy he left us so much. He will always be The Goblin King.

But this week we lost another amazing soul. Alan Rickman. You might remember him as of course Professor Snape from Harry Potter. But he was so much more. I grew up with him being Hans Gruber, The Sheriff of Nottingham, Colonel Brandon, the voice of God, Alexander Dane, Marvin, Richis, Judge Turpine, the hookah smokin caterpillar, and so much more. He was an exceptional actor who left us with cult characters we will forever love or hate.

Just remember to say fuck it and reach for the stars. You have one life, and who knows when your expiration date is. Be bold, be daring, be freaky, be amazing, because you are all beautiful. So reach!

Author… Writer… Creator…

I never really planned on being a writer. I just liked to make up stories. As a little girl I had an overactive imagination. No dolls or toys, no problem, I could make them up with paper. I lived in fantasy worlds, I created space stations, and endless love stories. I loved telling a story and everyone being captivated by it. I just turned that making stories up, and put them on paper.

In 8th grade out English teacher had us create our own short story and mine was the Tell of the Baby Snatcher. It was about a young girl who was babysitting. A monster came and tried to steal the little boys she was watching. She had to put up a fight but she saved the boys. I received an A+ on the story. My first real A that I didn’t have to work on extra credit for. It made me so happy.

Before high school I wrote my first fan fiction based on Newsies. :o) Yes that was fun.

In high school I started to use the trusty type writer and I created Ellie’s book of Evolution. I angered some people with this, only because of their closed mindedness. I covered different theories from aliens to aliens.

Soon enough by the end of high school I had already had a three ring binder full of short stories. Halfway through my first year in college I had two, and had started on my first novel. Why because me and my friend Author Toy Davis were hanging about writing talking about how we should write novels and bam we started that night and began writing. Her’s a vampire novel and me a witch novel.

I never really thought about publishing or anything like that. I just wanted to tell my stories. Great therapy because you can do whatever you want in your worlds and be whoever you want.

Tuesday Top 10#tuesday10

I am a huge movie buff. I love watching trailers online, and reading buzz on the newest big movie. Here is a top ten of the movies I am looking forward to this year.

Rogue One.
Dead Pool
Captain America: Civil War
Batman VS Superman
Gods of Egypt
Alice Through the Looking Glass
Independence Day 2
The BFG
The Suicide Squad
Pride & Prejudice & Zombies

What movie are you looking forward to watching this year?

Worst Habbit

I try not to but I can’t help it sometimes. It’s just the way I am. But there are a few steps I do to calm my over thinking mind one is knitting. I loom knit. Some people think it is super boring  But it actually puts my brain to sleep. That and reading. I go into a coma when I read. There is nothing around me I am one with the book LOL.

Sunday Snippet Stone Guardians #snippet #vampire #bookboost

“You mean us,” she said. “Would they kill me?  Times have changed; you can’t just burn someone.”

He rolled his head to look at her. She reached out to touch his hair. Their bond made them closer than lovers or even family.  Touching was a form of comfort and very natural to them. They had to be careful and only do it in closed quarters. Touching in public would bring up questions and speculations.

“They could, and they would. You know the law.”

She looked down. “If I am so against the laws of the Goddess, how come I still live? Why hasn’t she let the council know about me?”

“Isobel,” he said, running his hand over her arm. “It is my belief that the council stopped listening to the Goddess years ago, and all they do now is of their own will.”

“Where have you been storing all that power?” She wanted to change the subject; bringing up her being a monster upset her.

“There are still some things you don’t know about,” he said and gave her a tired smile. “Aengus should leave you alone for a while.  We should think about moving to California sooner than planned.”

“I’m fine with that.” She sat against him. She noticed that his hand felt warm and normal again.

“Tobias should be happy about it as well.”

“Tobias has become such a drama queen. All I hear about is the breakup of the band.”

“I take it you will be playing at the farewell party?”

“We will play until the danger is over. And then we will start a new band in California. I will miss this one though. It brought back fond memories of home. When do you think we’ll leave?”

“Maybe a month earlier than planned.”

“Just a month earlier? But the twins will be leaving next month. That means I will be here alone for two months before we join them there.”

“You have me.”

“You know what I mean.”

“Not really. I do not understand your need to be around them all the time.”

“They are my friends. A friend is a companion.”

He looked at her and gave her a wily smile. “Are we not friends?”

She looked at him. “Maybe you should get a few friends. You might actually get out more, have some fun.”

“I enjoy being alone. Plus I have you.”

She crossed her arms over her chest. “Yes. We will be together forever. You know, maybe I should go to California with Toby while you settle everything here. He already said I could stay with him.”

“We need to stay together. I don’t know how our bond would be if we were so far apart. I mean, what if we can’t control it the way we can now? Do you want me popping into your head out of the blue when you are singing or whatever?”

“I guess not. Vilem, I have been thinking a lot about things lately. And I think I am ready to know more about my life and family before you found me. I try to remember, but I can see only the moon. Why the moon?”

“It was a full moon that evening,” he said, looking at the roof of the car as his fingers ran through her thick mane.

“I think I have the right to know where and what I come from,” Izzy said.

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Checking out Pronoun #ampublishing

I have decided to remove Stone Guardians: Obsidian from kindle and have published through http://www.pronoun.com. This will make the book available again on kindle, but also on Barnes & Noble, ibooks, Kobo, and google books. I am excited to see how this works. Right now you can get Stone Guardians on All Romance: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-stoneguardiansobsidian-1958226-143.html

Happy New Years #make2016abetteryear

I’m not one for resolutions. I will break them. But I am making sure to change some things up this year because it needs to happen.

On that note. I will be having some reading fun.

I did notice last year that I should have read more. So I will attempt to try. So be sure to see more book reviews…

I am a little bummed that the Tulare Sci-fi Con is not going on this year. But I am going to use the extra time to get more writing done. I had a good year with the release of Playing with Magic, Island of the Zombie King, and Stone Guardians: Obsidian. I am always looking for reviewers so if interested let me know.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It is now time to focus on writing. I have a lot to work on sequels and new books that need to be written. So here is a little teaser on the newest one.

More coming soon. Stay tuned for a Sunday snippet tomorrow!

Release Day for Stone Guardians: Obsidian! #newbook #bookblast

Stone Guardians is out!! Enter the world of the Guardians, and meet Isobel and Vilem.

Long before man there were Stone Guardians, a race of immortal warriors who sat beside Goddess. Isobel is different, she is an illegal bound servant. Not human or Guardian, she is vampire. Last of her kind, kept hidden by her Guardian master Vilem of the Obsidian Clan. Youngest son to Ivy who is responsible for the uprising that tore the Stone Guardians into two factions. One who still worship the Goddess, and the other who defies her. 

Isobel has seen a lot throughout her many years with Vilem. She has learned with great minds, taught by teachers who live in history books. But she is truly happy when she sings. Now she is the head singer of the local rock band À La Mode. Her band consist of her closest friends, who are fourth generation Guardians. As uninvited visitors show up and threaten Isobel’s life. She has to play the good little Guardian while her world unwinds.

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It’s done! Introducing the First Chapter of Stone Guardians: Obsidian

I am over being super sick, and now that Christmas is out of the way. I really hope everyone had a great Christmas. I have Stone Guardians: Obsidian finally finished and done. It should be available on Tuesday. But here is the first chapter for those who are interested! Enjoy.

Chapter 1

Isobel gripped the microphone and let the rhythm of the music take over. On cue, her mouth opened and she began to sing; softly at first then louder as the drums and the bass guitar came in. She opened her eyes and heard the people nearest the stage gasp. It was the white contacts, but they weren’t part of her overall costume. The powdered oversized hairdo and heavy make-up with pink accents plus the tight, hot pink, silk, brocade bodice, the matching short pannier skirt with fringe and matching heels all fit her French rock band À La Mode’s look.

Their music was gothic rock with a touch of 70’s glam. As Isobel sang, she made love to the microphone. People left their shows excited and turned on, which added to the vibe of the crowd. She shut out the world and released all of her pain and agony when she sang. Toby played drums behind her, wearing his own oversized wig and a pair of tight pants. His body was powdered and adorned with piercings and tattoos. On her left was Johnny who played guitar and on her right was Jenny, Johnny’s twin, who played bass. Both dressed in high French eighteenth century fashion with a modern twist.

When the set was done, Toby got up and went to Isobel, holding out his hand. She gave a slight curtsy, took his hand, and bounded off the stage followed by the twins. Their groupies oooed and aahed around them as they made their way to the bar.

“Madame,” Toby said, pulling out the barstool.

“Merci, mon cher,” she replied, sitting down.

“Isobel,” a man called, making her turn. “Will you take a picture with me?”

She looked him over. He was dressed in the usual Goth attire; black and more black. “Why, yes,” she replied and got up from the stool. He pulled her close, and she put on a fake smile as he snapped a selfie.

She kissed his cheeks then shooed him away. Other fans began asking her questions, mostly about the group’s eyes. The twins had burnt orange colored eyes, and Toby’s were sky blue. Eyes of their family line. When Isobel left the house she had to wear her silver contacts to cover her brown eyes. She smiled, she laughed, and she teased them sensually, as was her way. Finally she sat at the bar. Toby removed the wig.

“The usual?” Roy the bartender asked.

They all nodded.

“You didn’t have to take that picture,” Jenny said.

“Oh, but did you see his ruffles?” she smiled and tried to hide her teeth as much as possible. She had used much of the energy she had, and she was hungry. “I’ll be back. I need to use the restroom.”

“I’ll go,” Jenny said.

“No, it’s okay. I need to call Vilem anyway.”

Roy set down a pitcher and four glasses. She managed to make it to the bathroom on legs that didn’t feel steady. Something was off. She flipped down the toilet seat and dug out the vials hiding in her bodice. She usually only needed one but pulled out both; tonight, she needed a double shot. She popped the cork, tilted the vial, and let the warm red liquid slide down her throat. The copper essence filled her senses.

She finished the one then looked at the other vial. She popped the top and slammed it back as if taking a shot. Her energy returned quickly, but something was still wrong. She looked at the stall, not really thinking as she looked over the graffiti: Samantha was here, John’s a dick, and her favorite, I love bacon.

She flushed the toilet and went to the sinks. A trickle of blood had run down the side of her mouth. She licked at it quickly before anyone could see.

She threw the empty vials in the trash and washed her hands. She left the bathroom and made her way back to her friends. They were discussing their playlist for tomorrow.

“How is Vilem?” Toby asked as she took her seat.

“Being Vilem.”

“My father would flay me if I called him by his given name,” Johnny said.

“Vilem never seems to mind,” Jenny said.

Toby poured her a beer. She took her glass and guzzled the drink. “Always the lady,” Toby said. “You all right?”

“I’m fine.”

Roy came back with the bar phone. “Izzy, your father is on the phone.”

“You didn’t bring your phone?” Toby asked.

“I forgot,” she said and took the phone. “Father?” She listened quietly. “I forgot it. I know. Yes.”

“Well, what did your father want?” Jenny asked.

“You are the only girl I know who hates cell phones,” Johnny said.

“Vilem wants me home. He received word of relatives coming to visit.”

Toby choked on his beer. She looked at him as he cleaned himself with a napkin. She looked at the twins; their eyes were wide staring at her.

“What?” she finally asked.

“You do know that your relatives don’t believe in our way.”

She shook her head. “Vilem has told me very little of our relatives.”

“You need to have him tell you about them before we say anything more.” Jenny put her cup down, her hand shaking slightly. She was scared. Izzy had known them for over one hundred years, and Jenny only shook when she was frightened.

“Why are you scared?”

Jenny shot her daggers. “I am not scared. I am a guardian.”

“Look, let us enjoy the night,” Toby said.

“Excuse me,” a man said, and they all turned to look at him. He was tall and lean and had muscles where they counted. He wore a tight pair of pants and a loose fitting shirt. “Toby, I am a huge fan. I want to buy you a drink.”

“I would love that. And what is your name?”

“Jorge,” he said, clearly nervous.

“Well, Jorge, sit here next to me and let us have that drink.” Toby spewed sexual mojo causing Isobel to roll her eyes and turn back to her drink.

“We may have another problem,” Johnny said, looking towards the door.

Izzy closed her eyes. She had sensed the darkness as it came in. Blood, sex, frustration, and anger; most of the dark guardians wore the scent as if it was their only skin. She sat straight up on her stool. She knew who had come in even before looking. He was heading straight for her. Aengus always walked with a purpose. He had an air about him, as if he owned everything and everyone in his path. He wanted to own her. His shoulder length black hair made his skin luminous, which made his maroon eyes glow with evil darkness.

He was closely followed by his cronies. All wore black, had ebony colored hair and wore white makeup. They looked the part of traditional vampires, but they were far more sinister. All of them, except for one, were guardians, dark stone guardians at that. They lived only on human blood.

All stone guardians lived off of blood but the light guardians, who still lived by the Goddess, consumed only animal blood. Dark stone guardians defied the Goddess and drank human blood, since she valued them more than any other creature. Human blood had made them dangerous and a bit insane throughout the years, and with each generation, it seemed to get worse.

Aengus stopped in front of her. “I missed your band. I apologize.”

“Accepted, now please leave,” she said.

“It is moon. I am free and bound to court you. Will you accept my offer?” He leaned in. The darkness that clung to him always called to something deep inside her. Yet she could not stand the man.

“Again, I will pass. You might want to court one of your own kind.”

“But you are my kind,” he bent down, whispering against her ear. “I know you feel it. I have seen it in your eyes. Be my bride. I will show you such pleasures, and you will never look back.”

“No thank you,” she said.

“I am then calling you to circle,” he said, pulling away. “I have talked to the council. You are expected in an hour, since you did not accept my proposal.” He turned and left with his group.

Izzy stared after him. “Trouble,” she said, her French accent heavy as the others stared at her. What they did not know was that she was speaking to Vilem.

Fear bit into her. She had opened the tie to Vilem. Aengus has made a blood challenge. In an hour, she whispered to him in her head. She looked around at her friends.

“It is okay to be frightened,” Jenny said.

“I would have wet myself,” Johnny said.

“Plead to the council,” Toby said, taking her hands. “He has no reason to call you into challenge. Plead to the council.”

“We should get going,” she said, still in shock. She could feel the feelings of others, anger and more fear. She looked around the bar and listened to the beating hearts. The smell of blood in their veins called to her.

Humans. They had no idea how easy they had it. She had been alive for over six hundred years. Tobias, from what she remembered, was two hundred years younger than her. The twins were going on four hundred years old. However, they weren’t the same. He was a fourth generation guardian, and she was an abomination, or rather, a vampire.

 

Cover Reveal Stone Guardians: Obsidian! #coverreveal

Title: Stone Guardians: Obsidian Book 1

Genre: Paranormal Romance

Release Date: December 22, 2015

Long before man there were Stone Guardians, a race of immortal warriors who sat beside Goddess. Isobel is different, she is an illegal bound servant. Not human or Guardian, she is vampire. Last of her kind, kept hidden by her Guardian master Vilem of the Obsidian Clan. Youngest son to Ivy who is responsible for the uprising that tore the Stone Guardians into two factions. One who still worship the Goddess, and the other who defies her.

Isobel has seen a lot throughout her many years with Vilem. She has learned with great minds, taught by teachers who live in history books. But she is truly happy when she sings. Now she is the head singer of the local rock band À La Mode. Her band consist of her closest friends, who are fourth generation Guardians. As uninvited visitors show up and threaten Isobel’s life. She has to play the good little Guardian while her world unwinds.

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