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November 9, 2013
Cover reveal: SOUL OF ASIMINA + Interview with Kristi Strong!
Guys, I'm thrilled to be able to share with you the latest (and beautiful!) cover in the Land of Kaldalangra series for
Soul of Asimina
. Make sure you check out my interview with author Kristi Strong below!
Her parents were heroes of the realm, and when Sabina de Nespa found herself in a position to thwart grave evil, she had never been more determined to do what is right, or more terrified.
Cover by Once Upon a Time Covers
Coming this winter!
Soul of Asimina is the third book in the Land of Kaldalangra series, written by Kristi Strong.
Sabina de Nespa was content living in the shadow of her heroic parents, traveling the realm and aiding the less fortunate. As the child of royalty, she kept her intentions pure and her heart guarded, always aware that the crown may one day rest upon her brow.
When two strangers fall into her world, life as she knows it spirals out of control, and shakes her to the core. One brings with him an enemy that destroyed entire cultures in his old world, and the second is filled with hidden intentions and dangerous secrets.
It has been two years since the reign of the tyrannical King Verikhan has ended, and the realm of Kaldalangra flourishes.
When a decade old evil threatens to destroy the peace of Kaldalangra, it is up to Sabina to take the step into her parents’ footsteps, or let everything for which they worked crumble into dust.
* * * * * * * * * *
Rhea Aralia lived an uneventful life in Virginia, until the fateful night of her kidnapping. Taken to a strange realm of destruction, despair, and mysterious people with dark secrets, the young woman must learn a new way of life to survive.
With the help of her new companions, Rhea discovers the courage to defy the tyrant King Verikhan and his heir, the cleverness to deceive the court, and the power within herself to transform this world of darkness into one of beauty and hope.
Will Rhea triumph over those who seek her destruction, or will she be forever lost in the darkness known as Kaldalangra?
Kindle
Nook
Paperback
Goodreads
Nyssa has taken her place as Queen of the realm, with her secret love, Sebast, now openly at her side. She rules with a fair hand, striving for justice and prosperity for all of her people.
Rowan and Rhea travel the realm, spreading peace and healing wherever they go. In Kylassame, they have formed a strong bond with friends and spread deep roots in the community.
The people of Kaldalangra are joyful, and life in their
world is better than ever before.
But a string of tragedies has the ability to bring Rhea to her knees, and with her, the entire realm. While Rowan struggles to recover the village of Kylassame from a devastating crime, Rhea’s faith in her own strength weakens, with dire consequences.
Re-enter the world of Kaldalangra, and join the adventure as Rhea and Rowan endeavor to continue upon their chosen destiny.
PaperbackKindleNookGoodreads
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About the Author
Fixing broken computers, wrangling a very spirited little toddler, and creating a world with a tyrant king, are all parts of the average day for Kristi Strong. While she has called Virginia her home for two decades, her head has rested in two countries, three states, and under far too many roofs to count. She was more than happy to give up her nomadic lifestyle and settle down with her husband, daughter, and their small zoo (consisting of a dog, cat, and chinchilla). Attending James Madison University gave Kristi the rare opportunity to work as part of an archaeological team on a variety of dig sites in Virginia. She now uses her extensive studies in human cultures (aka, Anthropology degree), to create her own world in her fantasy novels, beginning with her debut novel, The Lady of Steinbrekka, continuing with her second novel, Heart of Kylassame, as well as her upcoming novel Soul of Asimina.
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heather: Soul of Asimina is the third book in the Lady of Kaldalangra series. What was your inspiration behind these fantasy stories?
kristi: It sounds cliche, but it all started with a crazy dream. One night back in 2011 I had a dream about being kidnapped and taken to a strange realm where my best friend had been transformed into an evil prince. While I was there, he was attacked by a horrible creature. I wrote those down because they were so vivid, and then The Lady of Steinbrekka was born as I tried to connect the dots.
After I was finished with The Lady of Steinbrekka, I wasn't done with Rowan and Rhea, so I decided to sit down and write a sequel, Heart of Kylassame. While I'm a sucker for "happily ever after", I don't think many people get that in life, so I wanted my characters to show how you have to work for that happy ending, and how fragile love can sometimes be.
I actually wrote Soul of Asimina while finishing Heart of Kylassame, because one of the characters from The Lady of Steinbrekka wanted to come back, but didn't fit into the second book. I immediately fell in love with Sabina, Darian, Alcine, and the "children" of Heart of Kylassame and loved writing about their adventures.
heather: Like my Fate series, you've got a large cast of characters. Who are some of your favorite characters to write and why?
kristi: I love most of them :) I think my top contenders for female characters are Rhea and Sabina. Rhea was incredibly fun to write. She is strong, feisty, and has a great personality. While I wouldn't say it was enjoyable to write her deeply sad story in Heart of Kylassame, I "enjoyed" writing about how she responded to such deep loss, as well as her fight scene with Rowan.Sabina was also exciting to write, because she is just finding how deep her emotions run, as well as discovering love for the first time.
Rowan is still my favorite male, with Darian (from Soul of Asimina), and Alcine (from Soul of Asimina) following closely behind. They are all incredibly strong male personalities, but with surprising tenderness. They are not perfect, but they always strive to be there for their family and do what is right. The three men are also have very different personality quirks, so it was a challenge writing reactions (to one event) that would be true to each man.
heather: What are three things readers might be surprised to learn about you?
kristi: I went to school/received a degree to become a professional archaeologist. [heather: YAY FOR FELLOW ARCHAEOLOGISTS!] During my undergraduate and upon graduation, I worked at numerous archaeology sites including Mount Vernon (George Washington's home), Montpelier (James Madison's home), as well as many civil war sites and pre-historic sites.
Though my characters are all very outspoken, I am extremely shy and avoid conflict in any way possible. I'm getting better about it, but when I had my first author signing last May, I had a panic attack in the car because I was terrified of all the new people and just the aspect of not knowing what was going to happen. Once I was set up and meeting with readers though, all the nerves went away and I had an amazing time.
I don't own an i-phone (lol!). While my regular job is tech support, and I certainly love playing with all of the latest gadgets, I'm actually several years behind actually owning any. In my house all I have is my laptop, a desktop computer (7 year old Dell), and my Trac-fone. One day I'll get caught up!
heather: My Fate series is Urban Fantasy, but I love reading fantasy in general--it's one of my favorite genres! I'm making an assumption here, but I figure you must be a fantasy fan, too, since you write it. What are some of your favorite fantasy stories and authors?
kristi: Absolutely! I first discovered fantasy in the works of Marian Zimmer Bradley (who doesn't love Avalon?) and from there quickly discovered authors such as Juliet Marillier ( especially the Seven Waters series and Bridei Chronicles) , Anne Bishop (Black Jewel Series, Tir Alainn Series, Landscapes of Ephemera Series), Jacqueline Carey (Kushiel's Legacy series and Naamaah Trilogy), and the late Sarah Douglass (particularly the Crucible series and Troy Games). While I do enjoy Piers Anthony's Xanth series (and read all of those books that had been published prior to 2004), the series of his that really drew me was the Geodyssey series. That series, along with those produced by the authors already named, really showed me how important it was to blur the line between fantasy and reality, and how to make it seem totally natural that there is a little magic in the every day world.
Her parents were heroes of the realm, and when Sabina de Nespa found herself in a position to thwart grave evil, she had never been more determined to do what is right, or more terrified.
Cover by Once Upon a Time CoversComing this winter!
Soul of Asimina is the third book in the Land of Kaldalangra series, written by Kristi Strong.
Sabina de Nespa was content living in the shadow of her heroic parents, traveling the realm and aiding the less fortunate. As the child of royalty, she kept her intentions pure and her heart guarded, always aware that the crown may one day rest upon her brow.
When two strangers fall into her world, life as she knows it spirals out of control, and shakes her to the core. One brings with him an enemy that destroyed entire cultures in his old world, and the second is filled with hidden intentions and dangerous secrets.
It has been two years since the reign of the tyrannical King Verikhan has ended, and the realm of Kaldalangra flourishes.
When a decade old evil threatens to destroy the peace of Kaldalangra, it is up to Sabina to take the step into her parents’ footsteps, or let everything for which they worked crumble into dust.
* * * * * * * * * *
Rhea Aralia lived an uneventful life in Virginia, until the fateful night of her kidnapping. Taken to a strange realm of destruction, despair, and mysterious people with dark secrets, the young woman must learn a new way of life to survive.
With the help of her new companions, Rhea discovers the courage to defy the tyrant King Verikhan and his heir, the cleverness to deceive the court, and the power within herself to transform this world of darkness into one of beauty and hope.
Will Rhea triumph over those who seek her destruction, or will she be forever lost in the darkness known as Kaldalangra?
Kindle
Nook
Paperback
Goodreads
Nyssa has taken her place as Queen of the realm, with her secret love, Sebast, now openly at her side. She rules with a fair hand, striving for justice and prosperity for all of her people.Rowan and Rhea travel the realm, spreading peace and healing wherever they go. In Kylassame, they have formed a strong bond with friends and spread deep roots in the community.
The people of Kaldalangra are joyful, and life in their
world is better than ever before.
But a string of tragedies has the ability to bring Rhea to her knees, and with her, the entire realm. While Rowan struggles to recover the village of Kylassame from a devastating crime, Rhea’s faith in her own strength weakens, with dire consequences.
Re-enter the world of Kaldalangra, and join the adventure as Rhea and Rowan endeavor to continue upon their chosen destiny.
PaperbackKindleNookGoodreads
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About the Author
Fixing broken computers, wrangling a very spirited little toddler, and creating a world with a tyrant king, are all parts of the average day for Kristi Strong. While she has called Virginia her home for two decades, her head has rested in two countries, three states, and under far too many roofs to count. She was more than happy to give up her nomadic lifestyle and settle down with her husband, daughter, and their small zoo (consisting of a dog, cat, and chinchilla). Attending James Madison University gave Kristi the rare opportunity to work as part of an archaeological team on a variety of dig sites in Virginia. She now uses her extensive studies in human cultures (aka, Anthropology degree), to create her own world in her fantasy novels, beginning with her debut novel, The Lady of Steinbrekka, continuing with her second novel, Heart of Kylassame, as well as her upcoming novel Soul of Asimina.* * * * * * * * * *
heather: Soul of Asimina is the third book in the Lady of Kaldalangra series. What was your inspiration behind these fantasy stories?
kristi: It sounds cliche, but it all started with a crazy dream. One night back in 2011 I had a dream about being kidnapped and taken to a strange realm where my best friend had been transformed into an evil prince. While I was there, he was attacked by a horrible creature. I wrote those down because they were so vivid, and then The Lady of Steinbrekka was born as I tried to connect the dots.
After I was finished with The Lady of Steinbrekka, I wasn't done with Rowan and Rhea, so I decided to sit down and write a sequel, Heart of Kylassame. While I'm a sucker for "happily ever after", I don't think many people get that in life, so I wanted my characters to show how you have to work for that happy ending, and how fragile love can sometimes be.
I actually wrote Soul of Asimina while finishing Heart of Kylassame, because one of the characters from The Lady of Steinbrekka wanted to come back, but didn't fit into the second book. I immediately fell in love with Sabina, Darian, Alcine, and the "children" of Heart of Kylassame and loved writing about their adventures.
heather: Like my Fate series, you've got a large cast of characters. Who are some of your favorite characters to write and why?
kristi: I love most of them :) I think my top contenders for female characters are Rhea and Sabina. Rhea was incredibly fun to write. She is strong, feisty, and has a great personality. While I wouldn't say it was enjoyable to write her deeply sad story in Heart of Kylassame, I "enjoyed" writing about how she responded to such deep loss, as well as her fight scene with Rowan.Sabina was also exciting to write, because she is just finding how deep her emotions run, as well as discovering love for the first time.
Rowan is still my favorite male, with Darian (from Soul of Asimina), and Alcine (from Soul of Asimina) following closely behind. They are all incredibly strong male personalities, but with surprising tenderness. They are not perfect, but they always strive to be there for their family and do what is right. The three men are also have very different personality quirks, so it was a challenge writing reactions (to one event) that would be true to each man.
heather: What are three things readers might be surprised to learn about you?
kristi: I went to school/received a degree to become a professional archaeologist. [heather: YAY FOR FELLOW ARCHAEOLOGISTS!] During my undergraduate and upon graduation, I worked at numerous archaeology sites including Mount Vernon (George Washington's home), Montpelier (James Madison's home), as well as many civil war sites and pre-historic sites.
Though my characters are all very outspoken, I am extremely shy and avoid conflict in any way possible. I'm getting better about it, but when I had my first author signing last May, I had a panic attack in the car because I was terrified of all the new people and just the aspect of not knowing what was going to happen. Once I was set up and meeting with readers though, all the nerves went away and I had an amazing time.
I don't own an i-phone (lol!). While my regular job is tech support, and I certainly love playing with all of the latest gadgets, I'm actually several years behind actually owning any. In my house all I have is my laptop, a desktop computer (7 year old Dell), and my Trac-fone. One day I'll get caught up!
heather: My Fate series is Urban Fantasy, but I love reading fantasy in general--it's one of my favorite genres! I'm making an assumption here, but I figure you must be a fantasy fan, too, since you write it. What are some of your favorite fantasy stories and authors?
kristi: Absolutely! I first discovered fantasy in the works of Marian Zimmer Bradley (who doesn't love Avalon?) and from there quickly discovered authors such as Juliet Marillier ( especially the Seven Waters series and Bridei Chronicles) , Anne Bishop (Black Jewel Series, Tir Alainn Series, Landscapes of Ephemera Series), Jacqueline Carey (Kushiel's Legacy series and Naamaah Trilogy), and the late Sarah Douglass (particularly the Crucible series and Troy Games). While I do enjoy Piers Anthony's Xanth series (and read all of those books that had been published prior to 2004), the series of his that really drew me was the Geodyssey series. That series, along with those produced by the authors already named, really showed me how important it was to blur the line between fantasy and reality, and how to make it seem totally natural that there is a little magic in the every day world.
November 4, 2013
A MATTER OF TRUTH's Blog Tour!
Ahh, guys. I am so, so thrilled to share with you all the third book in the Fate series. A Matter of Truth truly is a lil' labor of love for me, as I'd had the book written for over a year and then threw it away when it came time to polish it up and get it ready for publishing. I rebuilt it from the ground up, and I gotta say, I love this part of Chloe's journey a whole heck of a lot. I hope you guys feel that way after reading it, too!
Over the next two weeks, AMOT will be featured on a lot of great book blogs with reviews, interviews, playlists, dream casts, and other goodies. I'll be updated the list with specific links throughout the tour. I hope you'll follow along!
*below you can find some amazing teasers that my fabulous street team has made for A Matter of Truth . Aren't they lovely?
November 4th
Vilma’s Book Blog--ExcerptRomance Addict--Review Only
The Phantom Paragrapher--Review Only
made by Vilma's Book BlogNovember 5th
The Book HookUp--Review Only
The Book Trollup--Review Only
made by Cristina's Book ReviewsNovember 6th
TSK TSK What To Read--Guest Post
Reading Rainblog--Review Only
made by Ana from The Book HookupNovember 7th
Reading the Alphabet--Review Only
2 Bookaholics--Excerpt
made by Andrea JohnstonNovember 8th
Lovin Los Libros--Dream Cast
Living in a Bookworld--Author Interview
made by Caitlin Kerry of The Road is You
November 9th
Rumpled Sheets Blog--Guest Post
Confessions from Romaholics--Review Only
made by Kathryn of TSK TSK What to Read
November 10th
Simply Sarah’s Corner--Review Only
made by The Book TrollopNovember 11th
Paperbook Princess--Excerpt
Book Labyrinth--Review Only
made by Caitlin Kerry of The Road is YouNovember 12th
Starbucks N Books Obsession--Guest Post
If the Book Fits--Review Only
made by Andrea JohnstonNovember 13th
Bound by Books--Excerpt
Shawna’s Survey--Top 10 List
Christie Palmer--Interview
made by Vilma's Book BlogNovember 14th
Once Upon A Twilight--Review Only
A Bookish Escape--Review Only
made by Caitlin Kerry of The Road is YouNovember 15th
The Road is You--Character Interview
The Last Chapter--Author Interview
Just Julie Blogging Books--Excerpt
November 16th
Deal Sharing Aunt--Playlist
Kaidan’s Seduction--Excerpt
November 17th
Natasha is a Book Junkie--Excerpt
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And if that isn't enough awesomeness, A Matter of Heart , the second book in the Fate series, is on sale for only $0.99 for one week--which means A Matter of Fate (#1) , Beyond Fate (#1.5) , and A Matter of Heart (#2) are all less than a dollar each. So, you can get, like, three of the four books in the Fate series for the amount you'd pay for a cup of coffee at Starbucks. WHOA.
A Matter of Fate purchase links:
Amazon --> http://amzn.to/172i13s
B&N --> http://bit.ly/1a4Drkb
Beyond Fate purchase links:
Amazon --> http://t.co/quSvdsOD4E
B&N --> http://t.co/YF8Cwz7f27
A Matter of Heart purchase links:
Amazon --> http://amzn.to/11ItYY1
B&N --> http://bit.ly/144FnV0
( A Matter of Truth purchase links will be updated as soon as I know the books are live!)
AMOT Amazon -->
AMOT B&N -->
November 1, 2013
Cover reveal: PSYCHO INSIDE ME by Bonnie R. Paulson!
Bonnie R. Paulson's Psycho Inside Me releases November 30, 2013. This YA thriller romance is fast, fun, and more than a little dangerous. See why...
Psycho Inside Me I killed my first victim at thirteen years old – my age, not his. He was going to rape me, him and a couple of his friends. And so, I killed him. And then… I killed again. And again. At seventeen, I’m killing four to six times a year – maybe more. Don’t stress out. I only go after the pedophiles and rapists. There are more out there than I could cover in a lifetime. Saying I did this on my own would be selfish. Enforcing justice holds a glory all its own. But now, my lifelong friend and backup, Deegan, has been arrested. I have to decide if I want to give myself up and take his place or leave him with all the damning evidence. I don’t want to stop killing. But if I let him take the fall, I can’t kill anymore. And I need to keep doing that. But the worst part of it all? I love him.
My cover was created by the ultra talented Redbird Designs. She's amazing...
Bonnie R. Paulson likes it dark and twisty. For more on her Science flavored with Romaction, sign up for her newsletter.Find Bonnie at:
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October 16, 2013
Cover Reveal(s) for the ELEMENTAL ENMITY series by Christie Rich!
I'm totally excited to bring you the cover re-reveal for author Christie Rich and her Young Adult series, Elemental Enmity ! These books are all released and available for sale, so be sure to pick up a copy today, especially since Five, the first book, is available for FREE! And seriously. Who doesn't love free?
Goodreads | Amazon | B&N | Smashwords | Excerpt 
Goodreads | Amazon | B&N | Smashwords | Excerpt
Goodreads | Amazon | B&N | Smashwords | Excerpt
Goodreads | Amazon | B&N | Smashwords | ExcerptAbout the Elemental Enmity Series:
Rayla Tate is an ordinary girl who wants a bit of freedom from her controlling aunt. When she leaves her hometown, the one place that could have protected her from the fae, to pursue her dreams in the art world, she discovers a new life full of adventure, just not what she expected.
When the world of the fae comes chasing after her, Rayla must learn what her role is in the age old battle for dominance between human and fae. The two worlds collide, bringing her step by step closer to her true destiny and the foe of a lifetime.
True evil rests in the shadows and will do anything to steal Rayla’s power. She must fight for her freedom and those she loves, both fae and human. Will Rayla overcome the odds and free a people enslaved by darkness, or will she find her world plunged into an unimaginable abyss of destruction?
Elemental Enmity is a story about free will, power, love, lust, overcoming inner and outer demons, and the ultimate battle of good versus evil that exists inside each of us. True power comes from within, a lesson, like all of us, Rayla must learn.
Join Rayla on a journey of a lifetime and discover what it means to be truly in love. Five, Elemental Enmity, Book One is FREE on all major e-retailers. I hope you’ll pick up a copy and enjoy a read on me!
About the author:
I grew up daydreaming about fairytales, and my love for discovering new worlds has never died. I am not one of those writers who always knew I would write. I thought that was what other people did until one day, a few years ago, I took a challenge from a friend and typed my first words. My journey has been wonderful, and I cannot imagine a day where I would ever give up writing. My love for reading is what fueled my imagination in the first place and still does. When I am not writing or reading, I enjoy family time with my husband and two children. My family and I live in a quiet community in Northern Utah, and I am so thankful for the rich life I have been blessed with.
Find the author: Website | Blog | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Goodreads
Giveaway: a Rafflecopter giveaway
October 15, 2013
SUPERNOVA by Elizabeth Sharp Scavenger Hunt!
Today, as part of the release of Supernova, I've been asked to share my superhero alter ego. Now, normally that's the kind of thing one should keep under lock and key, but since Elizabeth asked so nicely, I've decided to share my secret identity.
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My superhero is Tempest. She has the ability to control the weather--mostly to call up storms. It's a rare day she's asked to make it sunny and 70!
Tempest really likes retro dresses. So, this is her fave outfit to wear. Believe it or not, it's practical; running and climbing and doing all that stuff that superheroes do is a breeze in this due to a roomy skirt.
If it's raining, she likes to wear her raincoat:
Being somebody who controls the weather, Tempest often has to change her footwear. Heels are not practical superhero footwear, no matter what the movies tell you. Or so Tempest says! When it's wet, she likes to wear these bad boys:
And when it's dry, she likes these:
A superhero mask is totally necessary. Rain or shine, this mask helps Tempest sparkle:
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Blurb:On Cleo’s first day at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Academy, things get pretty weird pretty fast. After being confronted by a strangely hostile boy, she meets two girls and instantly bonds with them. Before long danger threatens the entire student body, in the form of a soul eating possessor fae. When her brother is savagely beaten and left in a coma, the girls decide to use their fae powers to become superheroes and stop the possessions.
They quickly learn things are a lot more complicated than they had ever imagined. A government plot that had begun when they were infants endangers them all, and a demented former soldier bent on revenge is after them. The line between friend and foe has become so blurry, Cleo has no idea who she can trust. Will their superhero plot help them save the day, or just get them killed?
Buy LinksPaperback Amazon B&N Smashwords
About the Author:
Elizabeth has a near crippling Facebook addiction, dwarfed only by her need for Dr. Pepper. A self-proclaimed techno geek, she loves cell phones, computers, tablets and all things technological. The internet has to be the greatest invention since the wheel, in her opinion. She lives in a quiet subdivision with her husband, one-year-old son, three cats, and far too many electronics. It’s quite possible she has some raccoon in her DNA, because she loves glitter and anything that sparkles. She enjoys making jewelry and costumes. Halloween is her favorite holiday since it’s the one day of the year that you can be whatever you want. But her first love will always be writing. Otherwise, hearing voices in her head would make her feel schizophrenic.
Website Facebook Twitter Goodreads Email
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My superhero is Tempest. She has the ability to control the weather--mostly to call up storms. It's a rare day she's asked to make it sunny and 70!
Tempest really likes retro dresses. So, this is her fave outfit to wear. Believe it or not, it's practical; running and climbing and doing all that stuff that superheroes do is a breeze in this due to a roomy skirt.
If it's raining, she likes to wear her raincoat:
Being somebody who controls the weather, Tempest often has to change her footwear. Heels are not practical superhero footwear, no matter what the movies tell you. Or so Tempest says! When it's wet, she likes to wear these bad boys:
And when it's dry, she likes these:
A superhero mask is totally necessary. Rain or shine, this mask helps Tempest sparkle:
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Blurb:On Cleo’s first day at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Academy, things get pretty weird pretty fast. After being confronted by a strangely hostile boy, she meets two girls and instantly bonds with them. Before long danger threatens the entire student body, in the form of a soul eating possessor fae. When her brother is savagely beaten and left in a coma, the girls decide to use their fae powers to become superheroes and stop the possessions.
They quickly learn things are a lot more complicated than they had ever imagined. A government plot that had begun when they were infants endangers them all, and a demented former soldier bent on revenge is after them. The line between friend and foe has become so blurry, Cleo has no idea who she can trust. Will their superhero plot help them save the day, or just get them killed?
Buy LinksPaperback Amazon B&N Smashwords
About the Author:
Elizabeth has a near crippling Facebook addiction, dwarfed only by her need for Dr. Pepper. A self-proclaimed techno geek, she loves cell phones, computers, tablets and all things technological. The internet has to be the greatest invention since the wheel, in her opinion. She lives in a quiet subdivision with her husband, one-year-old son, three cats, and far too many electronics. It’s quite possible she has some raccoon in her DNA, because she loves glitter and anything that sparkles. She enjoys making jewelry and costumes. Halloween is her favorite holiday since it’s the one day of the year that you can be whatever you want. But her first love will always be writing. Otherwise, hearing voices in her head would make her feel schizophrenic.
Website Facebook Twitter Goodreads Email
October 8, 2013
Beyond Fate's Blog Tour Schedule!
I am so thrilled to present to you guys the tour schedule for Beyond Fate, the first novella in the Fate series and Jonah's POV of A Matter of Fate.
There are always two sides to every story . . .
His whole life, Jonah Whitecomb has strove to meet everyone’s expectations of him: the perfect student, dutiful son, loyal twin, accomplished surfer, and powerful Magical. But behind his carefully composed façade hides the truth of how his family has fallen apart, leaving Jonah more often than not feeling adrift. To complicate matters, he fell in love long ago with a girl in his dreams, one he’s never told anyone about, including his twin brother.
Just when life seems its bleakest, Jonah discovers that Chloe is real. Wanting to finally reach out and grab happiness for himself, he embarks on a journey to track down the girl of his dreams, only to find that happy endings aren’t always guaranteed, the best laid out plans can go horribly awry, and sometimes, you have to simply let yourself go along for the ride.
* Beyond Fate is Jonah’s point-of-view of the events of A Matter of Fate, and is a companion novella.
I'll be updating this post throughout the next two weeks with links to all the stops, so be sure to check back if you miss anything!
October 9thVilma’s Book Blog - Excerpt
The Book Trollup - Review Only
October 10th
TSK TSK What to Read - Guest Post
Just Julie Blogging Books - Excerpt
October 11thSimply Sarah’s Corner - Character Interview (Jonah)
Brianna Lee Book Reviews - Guest Post
October 12thLovin Los Libros - Playlist
October 13thYA Book Addict - Dream Cast
The Phantom Paragrapher - Review Only
October 14thReading the Alphabet - Author Interview
A Bookish Escape - Review Only
October 15thThe Last Chapter - Author Interview
Deal Sharing Aunt - Excerpt
October 16thStrong Novels - Excerpt
The Road is You - Review Only
October 17thRumpled Sheets Book Blog - Guest Post
Andrea Heltsley Books - Review Only
Natasha is a Book Junkie - Excerpt
October 18thThe Book Hookup - Review Only
Reading Rainblog - Guest Post
Release Day Launch Participating Blogs:
Andrea Heltsley BooksA Bibliophiles Thoughts on BooksBehind Closed CoversBestSellers & BestStellarsBookish WriterBound By Books Book ReviewBrianna Lee Book ReviewsChapter BreakCristina's Book Reviewsdeal sharing auntErin Danzer, YA AuthorGaga Over BooksHackaroo's ReviewsI Heart YA BooksJill A CooperJust Julie Blogging BooksKaidans SeductionLiving in a BookworldLovin' Los LibrosMostly ReviewsNose Stuck in a BookPandora's BooksPaperbook PrincessPaulette's PapersRead In ProgressReading Past My BedtimeReading the AlphabetRumpled Sheets BlogSBookLover ReviewsShawna's SurveySimply Sarah's CornerStarbucks & Books ObsessionStrong NovelsThe Book TrollopThe Last ChapterTSK TSK What to ReadTyhada ReadsWe All Make Mistakes In BookswhirlwindbooksYA Book Addict
And, what fun is a blog tour without a giveaway? I love giveaways! a Rafflecopter giveaway
October 2, 2013
Giveaway from Kristina Circelli!
Today I am so excited to help author and editor
Kristina Circelli
kick off her birthday celebration! Check out her giveaway below and be sure to enter. You don't want to miss this great giveaway!
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From Kristina:
Everyone loves free stuff - and now is your chance to win! To celebrate my birthday, I'm saying thanks and giving back to fans who have made this past year truly incredible.
Every one of you has helped me live my dreams, whether you've read one of my books, requested editing services, or simply believed in everything I seek to achieve. And now, it's my turn to show my appreciation.
So, let's get to that giveaway!
There are TWO chances to win - two prize packs for two lucky winners. The contest will run from October 1st through October 12th (my birthday!), giving you 12 days to enter and several opportunities to earn entries.
But that's not all! In addition to the giveaway, my novel The Never will also be FREE for the Kindle from October 4th to October 8th! Be sure to check out The Never on Amazon on those days!
So, what's up for grabs?
PRIZE PACK 1
Signed Copy of The Helping Hands
Signed Copy of The Iron Fist (First Edition)
Signed Copy of Beyond the Western Sun
Signed Copy of The Sour Orange Derby
Whisper Legacy Notebook
Whisper Legacy Coozie
Dreamcatcher Keychain
Beyond the Western Sun Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Keychain
Red Road Editing Pen
PRIZE PACK 2
Signed Copy of The Helping Hands
Signed Copy of The Iron Fist (First Edition)
Signed Copy of The Sour Orange Derby
Whisper Legacy Stress Ball
Beyond the Western Sun Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Keychain
Red Road Editing Pen
Some Giveaway Rules: 1) The contest will run only from October 1st (12AM) to October 12th (11:59PM). No entries will be accepted before or after those times.
2) Two winners will be selected at random via rafflecopter within the next two days after the contest ends (October 13th to 14th).
3) Winners will be announced on my author Facebook page, found here (so don't forget to "like" the page for an entry!). Winners will have 72 hours to contact me (via email or FB message) with their address/contact information, or new winners will be selected.
4) There will be no substitutions in prize packs.
**Please note, this giveaway is not associated with Facebook in any way. I am fully responsible for this giveaway and it is not sponsored, administered, or endorsed by Facebook. By participating in this giveaway, you are also agreeing to release Facebook of any responsibilities to it.**
And Now, for Your Chance to Enter!
Check out the rafflecopter entry form below, then get to clicking! Be sure to read each entry carefully, as some allow you to enter once per day for more chances to win.
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From Kristina:
Everyone loves free stuff - and now is your chance to win! To celebrate my birthday, I'm saying thanks and giving back to fans who have made this past year truly incredible.
Every one of you has helped me live my dreams, whether you've read one of my books, requested editing services, or simply believed in everything I seek to achieve. And now, it's my turn to show my appreciation.
So, let's get to that giveaway!
There are TWO chances to win - two prize packs for two lucky winners. The contest will run from October 1st through October 12th (my birthday!), giving you 12 days to enter and several opportunities to earn entries.
But that's not all! In addition to the giveaway, my novel The Never will also be FREE for the Kindle from October 4th to October 8th! Be sure to check out The Never on Amazon on those days!
So, what's up for grabs?
PRIZE PACK 1
Signed Copy of The Helping Hands
Signed Copy of The Iron Fist (First Edition)
Signed Copy of Beyond the Western Sun
Signed Copy of The Sour Orange Derby
Whisper Legacy Notebook
Whisper Legacy Coozie
Dreamcatcher Keychain
Beyond the Western Sun Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Keychain
Red Road Editing Pen
PRIZE PACK 2
Signed Copy of The Helping Hands
Signed Copy of The Iron Fist (First Edition)
Signed Copy of The Sour Orange Derby
Whisper Legacy Stress Ball
Beyond the Western Sun Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Coffee Mug
The Sour Orange Derby Keychain
Red Road Editing Pen
Some Giveaway Rules: 1) The contest will run only from October 1st (12AM) to October 12th (11:59PM). No entries will be accepted before or after those times.
2) Two winners will be selected at random via rafflecopter within the next two days after the contest ends (October 13th to 14th).
3) Winners will be announced on my author Facebook page, found here (so don't forget to "like" the page for an entry!). Winners will have 72 hours to contact me (via email or FB message) with their address/contact information, or new winners will be selected.
4) There will be no substitutions in prize packs.
**Please note, this giveaway is not associated with Facebook in any way. I am fully responsible for this giveaway and it is not sponsored, administered, or endorsed by Facebook. By participating in this giveaway, you are also agreeing to release Facebook of any responsibilities to it.**
And Now, for Your Chance to Enter!
Check out the rafflecopter entry form below, then get to clicking! Be sure to read each entry carefully, as some allow you to enter once per day for more chances to win.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
October 1, 2013
Happy Book Birthday, CONFINED (by Jennifer Snyder)!
CONFINED by Jennifer SynderGENRE: New Adult Paranormal RomanceBLURB:Sometimes the things in life that seem to confine us most are often the ones that save us…To Addison Harmon becoming initiated appeared to hold the answers to her every problem—all except what she would do after, when the tether was finally broken. But when the after Addison imagined isn’t the one unfolding before her, she finds herself tangled even further in a web of secrets, lies, and betrayal.It’s not until Addison is captured by the last person she ever suspected would betray her that she’s forced to rely on herself for survival.Questions will be answered. Trust will be misplaced. And hearts will be broken.Buy Links
Amazon Confined Link: http://www.amazon.com/Confined-Tether...
Smashwords Confined Link: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/362427
Author Bio:Jennifer Snyder lives in North Carolina were she spends most of her time writing New Adult and Young Adult Fiction, reading, and struggling to stay on top of housework. She is a tea lover with an obsession for Post-it notes and smooth writing pens. Jennifer lives with her husband and two children, who endure listening to songs that spur inspiration on repeat and tolerate her love for all paranormal, teenage-targeted TV shows.
Social Media Links:Blog: http://jennifersnydersblog.blogspot.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/jennsnyder04Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/760553.Jennifer_SnyderFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorjennifersnyder
First Novel in Series Is Catalyst. Here is the Info:
Catalyst Blurb:Sometimes who we really are lies buried just beneath the surface…After learning she’s inherited a house in the beachside town of Soul Harbor, Georgia, Addison Harmon and her best friend decided to take a much needed vacation before the pressures of life after high school suffocate them too heavily.But what Addison finds isn’t a chance to recoup from a bad break up and hang out with her best friend while she decides what she wants to do with her future. What she finds is Kace Sullivan—a sexy guy she can’t seem to get enough of—someone who with one touch reveals a seductive world full of magick and secrets Addison isn’t sure she’s ready to be a part of.(New Adult/Mature Young Adult: Contains sexual situations, mild language, and underage drinking.)Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Catalyst-A-Tethered-Novel-ebook/dp/B00CLELBF6/ref=sr_1_1_bnp_1_kin?ie=UTF8&qid=1372674226&sr=8-1&keywords=catalyst+jennifer+snyder
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/catalyst-jennifer-snyder/1115225366?ean=2940016493398
Second Novel In Series Is Conjure. Here is all info:
Conjure Blurb:
Sometimes to understand the present you have to conjure up the past...
The last thing Addison Harmon needed was to become tethered to the broody, often seemingly cold, Theo Van Rooyen, but that's exactly what happened.
Forced to partner up with Theo to figure out a way to break the tether, Addison soon realizes she may have bitten off more than she can chew.
(New Adult/Mature Young Adult: Contains sexual situations, language, underage drinking, and drug usage.)
B&N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/conjure-jennifer-snyder/1115866031?ean=2940016539942
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DOO3TJI
It's VEILED SHADOWS release day!
It is RELEASE DAY for Veiled Shadows (The Age of Alandria: Book Two)!!
Genre: YA FantasyPublisher: Red Cabin PublishingRelease date: Oct 1, 2013
Blurb:Shadows linger where light is obstructed, and truth is veiled.
Evil is an untreated disease in the once beautiful realm of Alandria.
Kaeleigh is faced with a revelation that she must reconcile. She will decide if discovering the truth is worth the unknown consequences to both herself and her friends.
Daegan, the Ferrishyn warrior, is conflicted by more than his loyalties, and is confronted with emotions he doesn’t know how to deal with. A choice must be made. A choice… that may cost him more than he ever wanted to give.
The Droch-Shúil—enforcers and servants of the ancient darkness—continue to cast their shadow over Alandria seeking those who can be turned to their side.
The magic of The Orchids is growing, but not everyone will survive what is to come.
Veiled Shadows is the second installment in The Age of Alandria series: the story of the Sol-lumieth’s quest for freedom of self and the power to battle the evil of the Droch-Shúil.
Buy links: Amazon Barnes and Noble Kobo Smashwords
Add to Goodreads!!
Morgan Wylie, originally from the Pacific Northwest, now resides near Nashville, TN with her husband and daughter. She and her husband work everyday at their individual and combined creative pursuits while she learns to balance being “Mama”, wife, and mediator to the many voices and muses constantly chattering in her head.
You can find her and news on her books at the following:
MorganWylie.netMorganWylieBooks on Facebook@MWylieBooks on TwitterInfo@MorganWylie.net EmailGoodreads and Amazon(Author Bio)
Silent Orchids (The Age of Alandria: Book One): A dying realm.
The ancient evil of the Droch-Shúil has been unleashed.
The Orchids have been silenced… but for how long?
Daegan, elite of the Ferrishyn warrior tribe of Faeries, is charged with a mission to find the Sol-lumieth, a mysterious new power that could change the fate of all in the realm of Alandria. But he is conflicted by his purpose, and he cannot trust the motives of those he serves. He has too many questions and they must be answered.
Kaeleigh, a girl abandoned as a small child just outside Missoula, Montana, is now 18. She is trying to discover who she is and where she belongs. In her heart, she feels she has family out there… somewhere. Desperate to unravel the mysteries of her past, she embarks on a journey that will forever change her along with her two best friends, Finn and Chel—who have secrets of their own.Amazon Barnes&Noble Smashwords Kobo iTunes
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Genre: YA FantasyPublisher: Red Cabin PublishingRelease date: Oct 1, 2013
Blurb:Shadows linger where light is obstructed, and truth is veiled.
Evil is an untreated disease in the once beautiful realm of Alandria.
Kaeleigh is faced with a revelation that she must reconcile. She will decide if discovering the truth is worth the unknown consequences to both herself and her friends.
Daegan, the Ferrishyn warrior, is conflicted by more than his loyalties, and is confronted with emotions he doesn’t know how to deal with. A choice must be made. A choice… that may cost him more than he ever wanted to give.
The Droch-Shúil—enforcers and servants of the ancient darkness—continue to cast their shadow over Alandria seeking those who can be turned to their side.
The magic of The Orchids is growing, but not everyone will survive what is to come.
Veiled Shadows is the second installment in The Age of Alandria series: the story of the Sol-lumieth’s quest for freedom of self and the power to battle the evil of the Droch-Shúil.
Buy links: Amazon Barnes and Noble Kobo Smashwords
Add to Goodreads!!
Morgan Wylie, originally from the Pacific Northwest, now resides near Nashville, TN with her husband and daughter. She and her husband work everyday at their individual and combined creative pursuits while she learns to balance being “Mama”, wife, and mediator to the many voices and muses constantly chattering in her head.
You can find her and news on her books at the following:
MorganWylie.netMorganWylieBooks on Facebook@MWylieBooks on TwitterInfo@MorganWylie.net EmailGoodreads and Amazon(Author Bio)
Silent Orchids (The Age of Alandria: Book One): A dying realm.
The ancient evil of the Droch-Shúil has been unleashed.
The Orchids have been silenced… but for how long?
Daegan, elite of the Ferrishyn warrior tribe of Faeries, is charged with a mission to find the Sol-lumieth, a mysterious new power that could change the fate of all in the realm of Alandria. But he is conflicted by his purpose, and he cannot trust the motives of those he serves. He has too many questions and they must be answered.
Kaeleigh, a girl abandoned as a small child just outside Missoula, Montana, is now 18. She is trying to discover who she is and where she belongs. In her heart, she feels she has family out there… somewhere. Desperate to unravel the mysteries of her past, she embarks on a journey that will forever change her along with her two best friends, Finn and Chel—who have secrets of their own.Amazon Barnes&Noble Smashwords Kobo iTunes
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September 25, 2013
The Switch by Dawn Pendleton & Andrea Heltsley is finally out!
The Switch by Dawn Pendleton and Andrea Heltsley is now available!
Honor and Faith haven’t switched places since they were kids. When Honor begs her twin sister to go on a date with her boyfriend, Cameron, Faith reluctantly agrees. The problem is that she lets things go too far. Now Honor and Cameron have broken up and he won’t stop calling Faith, claiming he felt something more for her than he ever felt for Honor. The scary thing is, Faith felt it too. She struggles to come to terms with her feelings for Cameron. There is one rule that sisters and best friends abide by, don’t date their ex’s.
Honor has her own problems. Breaking it off with Cameron was the right thing to do, she knows that. His best friend, Parker, won’t leave her alone and forces her to talk about her feelings about the break-up. They spend a lot of time together and Honor starts to heal. Suddenly, Honor sees Parker as more than just a friend who cares. She wants more.
Neither sister wants to complicate things further and cross those boundaries. They can’t stop their emotions for the guys in their lives. Turns out, the switch is the one thing that has changed them forever. current purchase links:AMAZON SMASHWORDS About the Authors:
Dawn Pendleton is a New Adult & Young Adult author living in Maine with her husband and pup. When she's not writing angsty stories of love, she can usually be found with her nose in a book or her eye behind the lens of a camera.
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Andrea Heltsley is a biology nerd who decided it was more fun writing than dissecting. She has written three novels and four more will be out in 2013. Andrea lives on coffee and reads like a robot. Her husband and two Italian Greyhounds usually have to tear her away from the computer . . . imagine that. :)
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Honor and Faith haven’t switched places since they were kids. When Honor begs her twin sister to go on a date with her boyfriend, Cameron, Faith reluctantly agrees. The problem is that she lets things go too far. Now Honor and Cameron have broken up and he won’t stop calling Faith, claiming he felt something more for her than he ever felt for Honor. The scary thing is, Faith felt it too. She struggles to come to terms with her feelings for Cameron. There is one rule that sisters and best friends abide by, don’t date their ex’s.
Honor has her own problems. Breaking it off with Cameron was the right thing to do, she knows that. His best friend, Parker, won’t leave her alone and forces her to talk about her feelings about the break-up. They spend a lot of time together and Honor starts to heal. Suddenly, Honor sees Parker as more than just a friend who cares. She wants more.
Neither sister wants to complicate things further and cross those boundaries. They can’t stop their emotions for the guys in their lives. Turns out, the switch is the one thing that has changed them forever. current purchase links:AMAZON SMASHWORDS About the Authors:
Dawn Pendleton is a New Adult & Young Adult author living in Maine with her husband and pup. When she's not writing angsty stories of love, she can usually be found with her nose in a book or her eye behind the lens of a camera.
WebsiteFacebookTwitterGoodreads
Andrea Heltsley is a biology nerd who decided it was more fun writing than dissecting. She has written three novels and four more will be out in 2013. Andrea lives on coffee and reads like a robot. Her husband and two Italian Greyhounds usually have to tear her away from the computer . . . imagine that. :)
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