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Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour Day 7

Welcome to Day 7 of the Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour. Today, we have three books by DM Yates, book one in the Night Touched Chronicles by Maegan Provan, and two permafree books (Spellbound and Shades of Gray). Please remember to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway for a chance to win a $20 Amazon giftcard.

Stepping Stones to Love Honor and Respect is a book of poetry sure to warm the hearts and souls of the readers. The book is divided into categories: Love, Honor, Respect, New Age, Eclectic, Pain, Tales, Religious,Fun,Collections, and Earth. Each category is comprised of 5 different easy to read poems, most done in rhyme.
 
Buy Link– http://www.amazon.com/Stepping-Stones-Love-Honor-Respect-ebook/dp/B00E10MR7O/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8


 
Always by DM Yates:   Two eternal lovers, Einarr and Katura come to Earth again to experience mortality as Simon and April. Simon is 36 years old and travels the world in search of antiques. April is his best friend’s 16-yr old niece who believes Simon and she are meant to be together. Simon thinks she’s an immature teenager and does his best to avoid her. The story follows their lives and experiences, ending when April is 80 yrs old.
 
Buy Link– http://www.amazon.com/Always-DM-Yates-ebook/dp/B00A04RIHO/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8


 
Lone Hero by DM Yates: Aberforth, home world to dragons and people is at war. Dragons are fighting each other and the human race is in danger of extinction. Einarr is born in a dragon’s companion line. Due to an ancient magical ritual performed by Zavat, a powerful dragon, Einarr is chosen to help bring about the end of the war and issue peace back to Aberforth. This will be no easy task for Einarr since the war will last throughout his lifetime. 
As a child, Einarr develops a hatred for all dragons after witnessing their cruelty in battle, yet he accepts Zavat’s request to help find a solution to the dragons’ disagreements. Together, Einarr and Zavat make a formidable team who learn to work together and along the way Einarr realizes that there are good and evil dragons, just like there are good and evil people.
 
Buy Link– http://www.amazon.com/Lone-Hero-DM-Yates-ebook/dp/B00HAL1KRY/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8
 
About DM Yates: DM Yates grew up in Ashtabula, Ohio. She started writing stories and poetry as soon as she learned to read and write. She attended BYU Idaho, BYU Hawaii, and BYU in Provo, Utah.
Although writing and poetry are her passions, she didn’t take it seriously to publish until her later years.

She is the Author of the fantasy/new age/spiritual romance stories, starting with ‘Always.’ The second in the series, ‘The Lone Hero’ was published in Dec 2013 and continues the tale of Einarr.

Her poetry book, Stepping Stones to Love Honor and Respect is a collection of poems dealing with various topics, such as love, honor, respect, spirituality, new age, pain, and Earth.

Her first children’s book was also published in Dec 2013. ‘Gingerbread Castle’ is a children’s holiday illustrated rhyme book for children ages 6 – 8-yrs old.

DM Yates is an independent self-published author.
 
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Spellbound (Spellbringers Book One) by Tricia Drammeh
 

The Demon Re’Vel stalks his prey in the forest of dreams, slowly gaining control over the mind of his victim. Rachel doesn’t realize the Demon is real. In fact, she doesn’t believe in magic, Demons, Hunters, or any of the other things the Alexanders have warned her about. She resists their protection, but can’t resist her overwhelming feelings for Jace. Alisa has been drawn to Jace since the day she saved him from a Hunter attack. A mere human in a world of Spellbringers, Alisa has been embraced by the Alexander family as a hero, but not everyone is willing to accept her. Jace’s intimidating older brother, Bryce, keeps his emotions and his secrets hidden. When Bryce confides in Alisa, it puts her relationship with Jace and the entire Alexander family at risk. 

Danger, secrets, and betrayal collide, and when the Demon makes his claim, the small, southern town of Oaktree becomes a battleground for Rachel’s life.

Buy Link: http://www.amazon.com/Spellbound-Spellbringers-Book-Tricia-Drammeh-ebook/dp/B00MCZ23WY/

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Celine (The Night Touched Chronicles Book One) by Maegan Provan
 

The Night Touched haven’t been around in centuries. Created by the original vampire, the “First Born,” the Night Touched were made to create the bloodlines which all modern day vampires come from. Their unique powers and colorful marks set them apart from other vampires. Harper Kemp had long believed that she was the last Night Touched in existence. With her friends, Lily Buchannan and Jason Howard, she has learned to accept it. Until one night when everything changed. 

A plea from her dreams and a forbidden romance, Harper sets out on a path of discovery; not only is she not alone, she’s about to face her worst nightmare- a devastatingly handsome slayer named Silas with a finger on her non existent pulse.

Buy Link: http://www.amazon.com/Celine-Night-Touched-Chronicles-Book-ebook/dp/B00BRGNR8S/
 

Bio: Maegan Provan is a New Adult Urban Fantasy author currently based in Texas with her husband and her dog. When not writing, she spends a lot of time watching old shows on Netflix, goofing off on Facebook and playing PC games, like Guild Wars 2. Maegan is a huge fan of the works of Joss Whedon, Laurell K. Hamilton, and Cassandra Clare, drawing a lot of the inspiration from their work.You can find out more about her published works, upcoming projects, and the latest news by going towww.maeganprovan.com

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Shades of Gray (Amarenthine Book One) by Joleene Naylor 
 

When Patrick is found dead in his apartment, Katelina is left in a vacuum of uncertainty with no leads. Then the enigmatic Jorick appears. In a single sweep he turns over the rocks of reality to reveal what hides underneath in the shadows; monsters that she thought only existed in horror movies.Trapped in a nightmare, Katelina is forced to accept the truth of vampires; vampires who want her dead for her association with Patrick. Jorick saves the day, but what should she do when her hero turns out to be one of the monsters? Can she really trust – and even love – someone who isn’t human? 

Caught between light and dark, Katelina and Jorick must travel down a path of mystery and terror as their pasts are slowly revealed and their passions ignite, in a world that smells like blood and tastes like fear.

Buy Link : http://www.amazon.com/Shades-Gray-Amaranthine-Book-1-ebook/dp/B002RHP5D6/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8

Bio: Joleene Naylor is the author of the glitter-less Amaranthine series, a world where vampires aren’t for children. As a compliment to the novel series, she has also written several short stories, including the Vampire Morsels collection, and has plans for an Amaranthine Encyclopedia. In what little time is left she watches anime and updates her blogs, all from a crooked Victorian house in Villisca, Iowa. Between her husband and her pets, she is never lonely, and should she ever disappear one might look for her on a beach in Tahiti, sipping a tropical drink and wearing a disguise. 

visit her at http://JoleeneNaylor.com

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I hope you all enjoyed the tour! We know a blog tour won’t end book piracy, but hopefully we’ve taken a step forward in educating readers about the “right” way to download a free ebook. Maybe we’ve even saved a few readers from being scammed by one of the piracy/click-farm sites. If you’d like to learn more about book piracy, please visit the Authors and Bloggers Against Book Piracy Website.

Thank you to everyone who downloaded free books or shared this blog tour. We appreciate everything you’ve done to help spread the word about book piracy.

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Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour Day 6

Welcome to Day 6 of the Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour. I’m pretty excited about today’s guest. Joleene Naylor is one of my all-time favorite paranormal authors. She is offering the entire Amaranthine Series for FREE on Smashwords.

Please note: Book one in the series is permafree on several sales channels, but the other novels must be downloaded via Smashwords and will require a coupon code.These codes are only good for today, so be sure to get your free books right now!

Also, if you’d like a chance to win a $20 Amazon giftcard, please enter the Rafflecopter giveaway below. I hope to see you all tomorrow for the final day of the tour and another chance to download some free books!

Shades of Gray– Hunted by a coven of vampires, Katelina has only one person she can trust: Jorick. But when her knight in shining armor turns out to be one of the monsters she has to examine her perceptions of good and evil to survive.

Buy Link: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/5809

Permafree: Coupon Code not required

Legacy of Ghosts– After the events of Shades of Gray, Katelina and Jorick seek peace but it’s hard to come by. Kateesha plans to fight the same battle as Jorick’s fledgling, but a common enemy isn’t enough to overcome past betrayals. Drawn into a deathly conflict, Jorick and Katelina must learn to overcome old regrets, or risk loosing their future to the ghosts of their past.

Buy Link: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/26235

Coupon Code-SH64A

Ties of Blood– It’s time for Katelina to face the consequences. On a trip home they meet Verchiel, a too friendly vampire, then the police arrest Jorick. They barely get away when Katelina is taken to face Malick, the head of The Guild. Will Jorick get there in time? Who is the terrifying vampire she saw in the woods, and why won’t Verchiel go away?

Buy Link– https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/87705

Coupon Code– EM62D

Ashes of Deceit– Katelina and Jorick should be going to the tropics. Instead, they’re rescuing a captured vampire. Who kidnapped him and why? The truth isn’t easy to find. As Oren’s attack on the Guild draws closer, Jorick and Katelina are led back to the Citadel where the ancient master Malick reigns. When the flames of war ignite, can they rise from the ashes, or will they be consumed?

Buy Link: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/164070

Coupon Code– LA62V

Heart of Raven– The fifth installment of the Amaranthine series sees Jorick and Katelina draw closer as they surround themselves with their own miniature army to outwit the machinations of the ancient master. Katelina grows stronger and learns to stand on her own because there’s no room for the fainthearted in a world where darkness is eternal and the night tastes like blood

Buy Link– https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/294790

Coupon Code– BU99C

Children of Shadows– An extinct cult resurfaces to wage war on the vampire guilds, leaving destruction in their path. Katelina and Jorick are trapped in Munich’s stronghold, with Ume, a vampiress who claims to know Verchiel and offers the help of her secret organization.

But, can they trust Ume and her friends? Why have the Children of Shadows reappeared? Is it really a former ally that leads them, or a look alike?

Buy Link: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/403239

Coupon Code– GG76D

Clash of Legends– The seventh installment in the Amaranthine series.

Katelina wakes in Samael’s domain without Jorick. Her vampire lover gathers an army to save her, but Malick interferes. When he leaves Katelina broken and bleeding, it’s the final straw. Jorick plans the ultimate taboo: to kill his master. Will he succeed or will he and Katelina be crushed in a greater war?

Buy Link– https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/520737

Coupon Code- KQ87T

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Author Bio: Joleene Naylor is the author of the glitter-less Amaranthine series, a world where vampires aren’t for children. As a compliment to the novel series, she has also written several short stories, including the Vampire Morsels collection, and has plans for an Amaranthine Encyclopedia.

In what little time is left she watches anime and updates her blogs, all from a crooked Victorian house in Villisca, Iowa. Between her husband and her pets, she is never lonely, and should she ever disappear one might look for her on a beach in Tahiti, sipping a tropical drink and wearing a disguise.

Ramblings from the Darkness at http://www.JoleeneNaylor.com

You never know what you’ll find in the shadows…..

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Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour Day 5

Welcome to Day 5 of the Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour. Today’s free book is Last Sunrise & Other Stories by Simon Goodson. Please be sure to stop by tomorrow for more free books. For a chance to win a $20 Amazon giftcard, please enter the Rafflecopter giveaway at the bottom of this post.

They say you always remember your first. Every moment. Every glance. Every touch. Everything that either of you said. And it’s true. I’ve never forgotten the first woman I slept with. Or the first person I killed. But then, they were both the same night, both in the same place…both were the same person. (First One)

When Angels return to the control room for the first time in over five hundred years they get a shock. Rather than reverting and losing the ability to create fire again, mankind has made immense leaps forward. Find out how the Angels react. (Everyone Out)

Thrown back in time to 1978 I find myself re-living decades of time. Knowing what is to come creates both opportunities and immense pain. (Déjà Vu)

When a test flight goes wrong and reaches a previously unknown level of hyperspace the crew make an amazing discovery. Wounds that should kill heal almost instantly with no pain. As members of the crew carry out ever more extreme tests Captain Shana starts to suspect that all is not well. (Test Flight)

Buy Link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009FB1KLI?tag=smarturl-20

Author Bio: Simon Goodson is the author of the highly rated ‘Wanderer’s Escape’ science fiction novel, the first of three books (so far) in the Wanderer’s Odyssey series. He is also the author of the two exciting ‘Dark Soul Silenced’ fantasy books.

His short stories cover a variety of speculative fiction including, but not limited to, science fiction and fantasy. Several of the short stories are freely available from http://www.simongoodson.com, while many more are available in the collection ‘Last Sunrise & Other Stories’.

Simon fits in writing around a full time job as an IT Consultant and a hectic family life looking after his son and two daughters. He can most often be found writing at lunchtimes and during the commute home.

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Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour Day 4

It’s day four of the blog tour and it’s my turn to offer a free book! I’ve decided to make my latest book, Sweet Sorrow, free on Kindle. I hope you enjoy it! Don’t forget to check back tomorrow to download more free books and be sure to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway at the bottom of this post for a chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card.

 

Rowan achieves her greatest desire when she earns the part of Juliet in the school play, but it’s impossible to concentrate on her lines when her secret crush is cast as Romeo. Eddie is a fallen football hero and the subject of widespread gossip. Not only has he lost the respect of his peers, he’s also earned the open animosity of Rowan’s father, the high school’s football coach. Eddie isn’t the only one with a tarnished past—Rowan has secrets of her own. When the truth is revealed, will Rowan replace Eddie as the most hated student in school, or will Rowan and Eddie share the stage together?
 
Buy link- http://www.amazon.com/Sweet-Sorrow-Tricia-Drammeh-ebook/dp/B00VKSQKY6/
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Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour Day 3

Today, Simon Goodson is back with another freebie to celebrate day three of the tour. Be sure to check back tomorrow to download more free books. And don’t forget to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway at the bottom of this post for a chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card.

Dark Soul Silenced (Part 1)
Simon Goodson

These vampires don’t sparkle. They hunt and kill, driven to evil by the raging darkness inside them. From the moment they feed on their first victim they are lost – but what if the darkness was destroyed before that happened? What would be left? Something not seen in thousands of years.

A chance encounter leaves Daniel in just that position. With no memories of who he once was, and powers he barely understands, can he survive in a world where all magical powers are viewed as a sign of darkness? Can he convince others that he is free from evil?

And is he? Has the darkness truly been purged from his soul? Or is it merely driven into hiding deep within, silenced for now but waiting to strike again?

Author Bio: Simon Goodson is the author of the highly rated ‘Wanderer’s Escape’ science fiction novel, the first of three books (so far) in the Wanderer’s Odyssey series. He is also the author of the two exciting ‘Dark Soul Silenced’ fantasy books.

His short stories cover a variety of speculative fiction including, but not limited to, science fiction and fantasy. Several of the short stories are freely available from www.simongoodson.com, while many more are available in the collection ‘Last Sunrise & Other Stories’.

Simon fits in writing around a full time job as an IT Consultant and a hectic family life looking after his son and two daughters. He can most often be found writing at lunchtimes and during the commute home.

http://www.simongoodson.com/
 
Buy links- http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C2BY28Q?tag=smarturl-20
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Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour Day 2

Today is day two of the Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour! Our featured book is Pandora’s Mistake by E.B. Black. It’s currently free on Kindle, Nook, and Smashwords. Be sure to check back each day of the tour to download more free books! Don’t forget to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway at the bottom of this post for your chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card.

Pandora’s Mistake (The Fate of Eros Series)
E.B. Black

The Fate of Eros Series: Book 0 * Tales of love and heartbreak. The stories the gods never wanted you to hear about.**


Pandora was created to be the perfect woman. She has the beauty of Aphrodite, the intelligence of Athena, and the gentleness of Hera.As the first and only woman to exist, Pandora is the center of attention everywhere. Men lust after her, even vow to start wars over her. She’s a good girl, so she keeps her distance.The problem is Prometheus. He’s Pandora’s box. He’s ripped to shreds and killed every day as punishment from Zeus, but he never repents for being a bad boy.Zeus has warned everyone to stay away from Prometheus, but she’s curious. He’s handsome and she desires him.

If she opens the box of her desire, it will unleash Prometheus’ inner demons. Should she risking losing everything she cares about for one night of lust?

About the Author: E.B. Black lives in Southern California with her husband and two rottweilers.

Buy Links:Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/Pandoras-Mistake-Fate-Series-ebook/dp/B00BRQINMI/

Barnes & Noble – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/pandoras-mistake-eb-black/1114843842?ean=2940044370661

Smashwords – https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/293935

Goodreads – https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17374590-pandora-s-mistake

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Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour Day 1

Welcome to Day 1 of the Authors and Bloggers Against Piracy Blog Tour. Today, we’re featuring two outstanding authors who are offering their books for FREE all day long! Be sure to visit this blog each day of the tour so you can download more free books! Don’t forget to enter the Rafflecopter giveaway at the bottom of this post for your chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card.

Wanderer’s Escape 
Simon Goodson

Jess was born a prisoner, grew up a prisoner and at sixteen knew he would die a prisoner. When his turn comes to try to break through the traps protecting a spaceship it seems his day to die has come. The ship, and others like it, have already claimed hundreds of prisoners’ lives.

Instead he manages to avoid the traps and gain access to the ship with two other prisoners, beginning a frantic flight to freedom. Soon Jess finds himself loose in a brutal universe ruled by the Empire and riddled with pirates, slave traders and worse. Can Jess manage to learn the rules of the universe and the capabilities of the ship he has stolen in time to stay alive?

About the Author: Simon Goodson is the author of the highly rated ‘Wanderer’s Escape’ science fiction novel, the first of three books (so far) in the Wanderer’s Odyssey series. He is also the author of the two exciting ‘Dark Soul Silenced’ fantasy books.

His short stories cover a variety of speculative fiction including, but not limited to, science fiction and fantasy. Several of the short stories are freely available from www.simongoodson.com, while many more are available in the collection ‘Last Sunrise & Other Stories’.

Simon fits in writing around a full time job as an IT Consultant and a hectic family life looking after his son and two daughters. He can most often be found writing at lunchtimes and during the commute home.

 
http://www.simongoodson.com/


 
Buy link- http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AZ7YSFQ?tag=smarturl-20


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Beyond the Eyes (Book One)
Rebekkah Ford

 
Paige knows evil exists in this world, but she never imagined it would want something from her.

In the small town of Astoria, Oregon, surrounded by deep forest and endless mountains, another world thrives . . . a menacing one where dark spirits dwell in soulless humans. Seventeen-year-old Paige Reed lives in this lush, picturesque setting. She’s not your average teen, though she appears to be. Not only is she heartsick, but she’s been receiving cryptic premonitions from a ghostly voice since the age of four. After she hears a haunting message about herself, supernatural occurrences begin to confuse her.

Nathan Caswell seems to peer into Paige’s soul, evoking a magnetic energy between them they cannot deny. They’re connected. But he’s no ordinary guy. He tracks dark spirits and becomes alarmed when they set their sights on Paige.

When two power-hungry malevolent beings make demands on her, she realizes then the fate of mankind rest in her hands. Her world quickly turns inside out where the impossible becomes possible, and in the end she’s faced with a life changing decision that will not only alter her existence but the world as she knows it.

Can a deeply troubled teen overcome her own demons in order to fight those lurking about? With the past and present colliding, Paige must make the ultimate mortal choice. Will it be the right one?

 
About the Author-  Rebekkah Ford grew up in a family that dealt with the paranormal world. Her parents Charlie and Geri Wilhelm were the directors of the UFO Investigator’s League in Fairfield, Ohio. They also investigated ghost hauntings and Bigfoot sightings in addition to extraterrestrial cases. Growing up in this type of environment and having the passion for writing stories is what drove Rebekkah at an early age to write tales dealing with the paranormal world. Her fascination with the unknown is what led her to write the Beyond the Eyes trilogy and Tangled Roots.

Rebekkah resides in rural North Dakota, in a farming community of about 1,800, and loves where she lives. She has an irreverent sense of humor, adores coffee, and yummy food makes her happy. She loves books, history, antiques, animals, connecting with her fans and other authors, and watching her favorite TV shows.

Where to connect with Rebekkah:

Blog: http://themusingwriter.blogspot.com

Facebook Author Page: http://www.Facebook.com/RebekkahFord2012

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RebekkahFord

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The Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award

I’m honored to be nominated for The Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award. Thank you, Joleene Naylor, for the nomination. If you’re not familiar with Joleene, she is a cover artist, talented photographer, blogger, and the author of the Amaranthine Series. You check check out her blog HERE.

Here’s how it works:

Thank the giver and link their blog to your post.
Answer the 10 questions given to you.
Pass the award on to 7 other bloggers of their choice and let them know that they have been nominated.
Include the logo of the award in a post or on your blog.

1. You’re going on vacation to a deserted island and you get five things (besides toilet paper, food, and the essentials). What do you take? The box set of Harry Potter books, a notebook, pens, camera, and sunglasses.

2. What’s your favorite movie or TV show? Lately, I’ve been hooked on Criminal Minds.

3. What’s something you collect? Lighthouse-themed stuff.

4. If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? I would stand up for myself more often.

5. Cats, dogs, or squirrels? Cats, but I love dogs too.

6. What’s a hobby people might not guess you have? Singing really loud when I’m alone in my car.

7. Do you roll or fold your socks (or just stuff them in the drawer)? Stuff ’em.

8. What is the closest object on your right? My Kindle.

9. If you could be known for only one thing, what would it be? I’d like to be known as someone who has had a positive impact on others.

10. If you were a ghost, who would you haunt? I have a list here somewhere… Do I have to pick just one person?

It’s always hard for me to narrow down a list of nominees. I know some of you participate in awards and others do not. If you have the time or the inclination to participate, that’s great. If not, I totally understand. Here’s my list of nominees:

Susan Toy
Leona Henry
Janni Styles
Christy Birmingham
Kate Jack
Toi Thomas
Jane Dougherty

I highly encourage you to visit my nominees’ excellent blogs!

And, finally, here are ten questions for my nominees to answer on their own blogs:

When did you begin writing?
What writing project are you most proud of?
What are you working on right now?
What is your ideal writing retreat?
What is your favorite dessert?
What is your favorite animal?
Favorite song?
Favorite color?
Favorite beverage?
If you could make any law you wanted, what would it be?

Thank you again, Joleene, for your nomination. And thank you to all my nominees for being totally awesome bloggers!

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The Writer’s Pro Shop Series, Why You Need It – A Guest Post by Hubert O’Hearn

Tricia Drammeh:

Here’s a wonderful opportunity for writers to refresh and sharpen their writing skills!

Originally posted on Books: Publishing, Reading, Writing:

Hubert O’Hearn has previously been featured on Reading Recommendations. He is a Canadian-born playwright and journalist who now lives in Ireland. When he announced his new The Writer’s Pro Shop Series recently I asked if he’d like to write a guest blog post to help promote this service that’s intended for writers at all levels in their careers. So, here’s Hubert!

The Writer’s Pro Shop Series. Why You Need It.

The Writer’s Pro Shop is a series of weekly writing exercises I am offering for free on the internet. Not only are these important skill development exercises on my own website (bythebookreviews.blogspot.com), I’m also allowing anyone with a personal website or blog to freely use this content just so long as it is properly attributed back to me. Everybody wins!

Why Did I Develop These Exercises?

Through my work as an independent book editor I have discovered that my…

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Calling all authors support your libraries

Tricia Drammeh, Author:

Thank you, Susan Toy and Chris the Story Reading Ape, for reblogging this excellent post and bringing it to our attention. I think this is a great idea!

Originally posted on galesmind:

Let’s start a movement!! If you write, donate your signed books to your local library and volunteer to read them. You get followers and future readers they get you in person.

If you have books donate them to small libraries that have so few and little money to buy more.

Get involved. Children that read get ahead. Ereaders are great but there is nothing like the adventure of going to a library and finding that perfect book. Take your kids get them a card. It is better for their minds and health.

Please reblog and share this post so we get the word out that libraries need our support. We don’t want to see a day when they are no longer there.

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