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December 9, 2012
Mae Clair: The Next Big Thing Reprise
So, here it is almost two full weeks since L.J. Kentowski tagged me in the Next Big Thing Blog Hop, and I’ve had the distinct honor of being tagged again by Sheri de Grom. If you don’t know Sheri, I suggest you hasten over to her blog pronto and become acquainted. Not only is she a writer and reviewer of women’s fiction, but she is also an advocate for mental health, Medicare reform and Veteran’s rights. In addition, she’s one of the most candid and giving people I’ve met online. Thank you, S...
December 7, 2012
Mae Clair: Silver and a Rockin’ Review
Happy Friday! Can you believe the week warped past at light-speed? At least it seemed that way to me. Probably because I had one of those just-aren’t-enough-hours-in-the-day weeks. I have a lot of those lately, but this one pushed the boundaries of overload. I did, however, have two really nice surprises amid all of the bounce-of-the-wall craziness.
WEATHERING ROCK was a Silver Finalist in Cheryl Bradshaw’s First Chapter contest. Each month, Cheryl accepts fifty entries from which she chooses...
December 6, 2012
Guest Author Pamela Turner: A Tale of Two Stories
Today, I’m turning my blog over toPamela Turner, who is one of mysister authors at Lyrical Press and a writer of dark fiction. I recently had the pleasure of reading Pamela’s novella, FAMILY TRADITION, a story I found utterly captivating from start to finish. I’m thrilled to have her as a guest today and hope you enjoy her post as much as I did.
~ooOOoo~
Why You’re (I’m) Not Always a Good Judge of Your (My) Work
(A Tale of Two Stories)
by Pamela Turner
Anyone who knows me will tell you I’m the po...
December 5, 2012
Cover Reveal: Risk Factors by Calisa Rhose
Title: RISK FACTORS
Author: Calisa Rhose
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: Lyrical Press
Release Date: March 4, 2013
Love, like life, is not without risk.
BLURB:
Veterinarian Vivian Dane has purchased her uncle’s practice in the tiny town of Wales, Missouri, where most residents still doubt her ability to treat their pets. But Viv is used to being considered less-worthy than her predecessors. After all, her parents are world-renowned wildlife vets, and most everyone is unimpressed she’s chosen...
December 4, 2012
Mae Clair’s Wizards with Words: Jodie Pierce
Today, on Wizards with Words, I’m welcoming Jodie Pierce who has a series of hot paranormal romance novels spun around those sensually mysterious creatures of the night, vampires. So grab a cuppa and settle back as Jodie shares a bit about herself and her writing.
It’s great to have you here today, Jodie. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and what initially attracted you to writing?
JODIE: I am 37 and live with my hubby in Cleveland, Ohio. I have had a fascination with vampires since I was a...
December 3, 2012
Mae Clair’s Mythical Monday: Yule Log Superstitions & Customs
It’s now officially December and only a few weeks from Christmas.
Given the festivities of the month ahead, I thought I’d use this Mythical Monday to look at superstitions related to the Yule log. Who doesn’t love to see the warm amber glow of firelight flooding from a hearth and hear the crackle of wood?
No fireplace? No worries. For the last several years, most cable-TV providers have made it possible to dial up a virtual Yule log for your HD flatscreen. Pretty snazzy, but how did it all star...
December 2, 2012
Mae Clair: First Impressions
Guess what? I’m sharing my tag line for WEATHERING ROCK with the world today at the Log Line Blog. If you’re unfamiliar with this site, it’s a really nifty little hangout, all about first impressions – - as in your log line is the first impression of your book. It doesn’t get any simpler than that.
If you get a chance, please hop over and leave me a comment, even if it’s just to drop by and say ‘”hey.”
Commenting will enter you in the Log Line Blog’s monthly drawing for a $20 Amazon gift card....
November 29, 2012
Ellen M. Collier: FLAPPERS, FLASKS AND FOUL PLAY Book Tour
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“Boardwalk Empire” meets “The Great Gatsby” in this soft-boiled historical mystery, inspired by actual events. Rival gangs fight over booze and bars during Prohibition in 1920s Galveston: the “Sin City of the Southwest.” Jazz Cross, a 21-year-old society reporter, feels caught between two clashing cultures: the seedy speakeasy underworld and the snooty social circles she covers in the Galveston Gazette.
During a night out with her best friend, Jazz witnesses a b...
November 28, 2012
Mae Clair: The Next Big Thing
I’m jazzed today because it’s my turn to participate in the Next Big Thing Blog Hop. I was tagged by the very talented L.J. Kentowski who writes steamy kick-butt urban fantasy. Her new novel, SEEKER OF FATE, (book two in the FATE SERIES) will be releasing next month. In the meantime, you can familiarize yourself with her characters and cool world mythology by reading book one, GUARDIAN OF FATE. It rocks!
As for the NBT hop, writers answer a series of questions related to their current WIP, the...
November 27, 2012
Andrew P.Weston: GUARDIAN ANGELS Book Tour
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Blurb:
In a series of terrifying events, otherworldly beings intervene to save innocent lives.
The world community reacts with relief as they realize that guardian angels may in fact exist, and they are diligently protecting us.
But there are those who would seek to stop what they feel is a threat against their livelihoods. How far will some go to battle the Guardians? Is the fairy tale over before it even begins?
Guardian Angels is a powerful and compelling story...
