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September 30, 2015
Book Review: Heart Shaped Box, 20th Century Ghosts, Horns, and N024A2 by Joe Hill
When I first heard the son of Stephen King was an author, I was skeptical. What are the odds there would be two masters of horror living under one roof? Curiosity got the best of me, and one thing led to another. And now Joe Hill is on the short list of authors I’ll one-click regardless of what he publishes. His talent and gift for language and storytelling is uniquely his.
My reviews of the individual titles are below, in the order I read them.
Heart Shaped Box
I’ll admit, I picked this up curious about what the son of Stephen King could do. About ten pages in I forgot that experiment, and instead was drawn in by the engaging writing.
Hill uses simple, clear language, but combines it in a way that is highly vivid and visceral. This is subtle horror, not “in your face,” and effect is powerful. On the outset, his characters have the potential to turn into tired cliches, but he never lets that happen. Every single character, even the passing ones, is clear and distinct, the sum of the parts being greater than the individual.
Also remarkable is how easily he takes the two main characters, Jude and Georgia, who are not immediately likable but at some point (and what that point is, I could not define) you begin to see them as people who you WANT to see succeed, to beat this thing. Not only as individuals, but as a team.
Original, fabulously written, and engaging til the last page.
It takes a lot to hold my interest nowadays, but I could not put this book down. Moving on to his other work now.
20th Century Ghosts
The title here may be misleading, depending on your interpretation of ghosts. Most of these stories were not spooky in a literal sense. However, each tale features characters who are haunted by something… whether that be something intrinsic or extrinsic.
I’m not usually a fan of short fiction, as I find myself just getting interest in a story by the time it ends. Hill, however, manages to create entire, fully-fleshed works of fiction so that you walk away from each story feeling satisfied (or at least, ready to move on). The best here was probably Pop Art, which in concept was completely off-the-wall but is presented so sympathetic and believable that you can’t help feeling a different person when you finish. Voluntary Committal was another that will stay with me.
Of all the stories, my favorite was My Father’s Mask, but with one caveat: while most of the stories in this collection were sufficient in length, this one really required an entire novel. Heck, maybe several novels. I sincerely hope he expands on his story later, because the potential here is both intriguing and endless.
Most of the stories here would fall into the categories of speculative or literary fiction. Definitely a collection to check out, and one I would recommend to anyone. There’s a story (or fifteen) here for every reader.
N0S4A2
Joe Hill is my new favorite name in horror. A phenomenal journey across a story so unique and engaging, I couldn’t stop thinking about it for weeks. The characters at the surface were not the type of people I would find engaging, but turned out to be individuals I cared a great deal about. Even the villain was dimensional enough as to be relatable. I can’t say enough good things about this book, which takes the award for the best horror novel I’ve read in the last decade. A+
Horns
I don’t know that any one genre can properly encapsulate Horns, which is one of the most rich and unexpectedly delightful books I’ve read in years. It takes an incredibly talented voice to mix murder mystery, romance, paranormal, and side-splitting humor in one story, weaving them all together seamlessly. While none of the characters were wholly lovable, they were all enough to carry the story forward, and to make you root for them. While some have complained of the pacing, it never slowed for me, each narrative thread pushing you toward the next action, the next twist. I couldn’t put it down.
My only piece of constructive feedback is that, even allowing for an unreliable narrator who is self-hating, I struggled to feel that Hill made Ig the person everyone else saw him as. We were told who Ig was, but often it was only through the eyes of others that he was ever really that person. But given the narrative voice, and Ig’s frame of mind, I can forgive this and it didn’t take away from my enjoyment.
Joe Hill is easily taking the place of others as my favorite author.
Overall Collection Rating: 5 Stars
September 28, 2015
Book Review: Wicked Years Series by Gregory Maguire (4 books)
Few authors have tackled the folk tale/fairy tale reboots with the finesse of Gregory Maguire in the Wicked Years series. Wicked remains one of the most influential books of my generation, and the rest of the series, while not packing nearly the punch of the first book, nevertheless delivers an adventure that is as much exciting as it is thought-provoking.
My reviews of the individual titles are below.
Wicked
I first read Wicked years ago, not long after it came out. Then again, recently, after having the pleasure of seeing Wicked at the Apollo Victoria in London.
On my first read, I’d been expecting a fractured fairytale, and was shocked to find this well-fleshed geopolitical tale of characters and peoples who felt more real than the originals they were based on. Maguire’s clever, humorous, and vivid prose captivated me through every page, and I was changed by the time the book ended.
The second time, myself older now, I picked up on even more of the carefully constructed nuance and thematics. Elphaba and Glinda were not your typical heroines, in any way, but you want them both to push through. The treatment of characters like Dorothy are spot-on, if unflattering. Other characters, like Fiyero, Nessarose, Nanny, and so on, added extra dimension to the story without weighing it down.
Maguire’s Oz, above all, is a world I would return to over and over. Like Middle-Earth. Like Narnia, or Hogwarts.
I don’t say this lightly, but Wicked is a true work of art. One of my favorite books of all time.
Son of a Witch
Wicked is an incredibly tough act to follow. With Elphaba gone, I didn’t have high hopes for the other characters to carry the story, namely Liir, whose characterization in Wicked was neither flattering or particularly interesting.
I was surprised to find I enjoyed watching Liir’s growth. While he never quite reaches a full hero’s arc, he most definitely morphs out of dumpy, sullen child of Wicked. And without giving anything away, his relationship with the Birds is one of the best of the series.
Of the four Oz books, I would rate this one 2nd (behind Wicked).
A Lion Among Men
When I saw this book primarily focused on the Cowardly Lion, I wasn’t real amped to read it. Especially after the state we left Liir in, in Son of a Witch. It felt like an unneeded stall in the series, for a character I never much cared about (in either print or screen). Brr’s banter with Yackle is unnecessarily drawn out through the entire book, leaving the story I was more interested in to be resolved much later. And, frankly, Brr’s exploits weren’t terribly interesting, nor did they serve to make him more likable.
In spite of all that, though, something about the book not only kept me reading, but kept me thinking about the book even when I wasn’t reading. Perhaps it was the familiar world, or Maguire’s fantastic writing (some of my favorite around). So, although this is my least favorite of the series, I still enjoyed its placement in the world.
Out of Oz
When I put this book down, I was angry. My gut-reaction complaints: the book was about 1/3 too long, the characters spend the entire book in a state of angst, the ending was… well, I don’t know, what the hell was it?
Within an hour, I was already missing the world. The characters. The language.
My challenges with the book, even with that time, still stand. Unlike Elphaba and Glinda, our new heroes don’t have many redeeming qualities. While Elphaba was often not very personable and had her share of faults, her moral compass was tilted in a way we could relate to, and she dedicated her life to it. Liir, while a better character than earlier in the series, has so little to offer. The rest of the characters alternate between outright moody and sarcastic. The character of Rain, whom I believe was intended to be the next incarnation of Elphaba, falls flat due to being generally unlikeable.
That said, I enjoyed her friendship and eventual relationship with Tip, though I was disappointed where they left it. Love, when true, sees past the barrier they found between them.
I also, as always, enjoyed simply being in Oz, and being involved in her politics, no matter how muddy, and her people, who are as familiar as family.
The ending… so many have commented on this, so I’ll only say that while I can appreciate an ambiguous, or artistic ending (I’m in the minority of folks who loved the end to The Sopranos), it left far more questions than answers, and unless he’s planning a fifth book, I’m not sure I’ll ever be able to call it satisfying.
Overall, I would rank this third (behind Wicked and Son of a Witch, ahead of Lion Among Men).
Overall Series Rating: 4.5 Stars
September 26, 2015
Red Hot Candy (Anthology)
Originally posted on Paranormal Romance and Authors That Rock:
Stock up for your summer reading with one great box set! Twenty-two NYT, USA Today, and best-selling authors have banded together to bring you 22 all-new, delicious romance books about love, passion, and the best things in life!
These books are all brand new and are only available in this box set!
These bite-sized pieces of fun are just the thing for quick reads for sunning at the beach, lazing beside the pool, or lounging around on vacation. Some are sweet, some are succulent, and some are Red Hot!
Twenty-two new book boyfriends are here to woo you in this big box of books. Sit back, send the kids outside to play, and indulge in this sinfully delicious sampler of the best authors writing today. Dive into these decadent stories about naughty billionaires, broken stuntmen, cowboys, bear shifters, magic men, MMA fighters, bearded lumber-sexuals, bad boys, and shy guys who…
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September 25, 2015
Writers words of wisdom-and not from me
Originally posted on Terry Nelson's Quill:
It is good for writers to share experiences with each other. I have been doing that of late because I am a sharing person-as long as you don’t touch by tater chips-and I want to share blogs I have found, subscribe to, or anything that might be of use to writers and readers. Also I am busy getting one book ready to publish on Amazon next week, finishing another book before Halloween, and a third book to follow shortly thereafter, so I have little time to think up something of interest when my mind is elsewhere, far from the maddening crowd.
So when somebody has something to say that I think is of interest I want to share. Today A thoughtful, humorous, and intelligent blog to help writers view the reality of what is. Here is Sarah.
September 22, 2015
Red Hot & Tied Down- NOW AVAILABLE!
WARNING: This is the wildest, naughtiest, hottest Red Hot Boxed Set of them all! Don’t say we didn’t warn you. ON SALE FOR A LIMITED TIME! Over 1000 pages! 13 Books!
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This is the Hottest of the Red Hot Boxed Sets! Explore your wild side, your Dominant side, your submissive side, and your tied-up-and-teased side. Enjoy these tales about very particular kinds of nightclubs, ropes, handcuffs, and blindfolds that delve into your deepest, darkest desires!
These thirteen men aren’t here to be your “book boyfriends.” Oh, no, when one of these men shoves you up against the wall with his hands all over you, he wants to have you, body and soul. He plays rough, and he wants you to submit to what he wants, what he needs, and he won’t stop until you’re moaning his name.
It’s always safe and consensual, but it’s never vanilla.
Click now to get this special box set of best-selling erotic romance books before it’s gone forever!
INCLUDES
Billionaire’s Plea Bargain by Ava Catori ~ I arched my back and sank into the pleasure. He slid the feather lower. I inhaled deeply, anticipating where it was heading. I ached to be touched. He made promises I wasn’t sure he could keep. Do I stay or leave before I’m in too deep?
Billionaires in Disguise: Lizzy by Blair Babylon ~ Be careful whom you submit to. Theo, a handsome, bright lawyer who wants to takes things slowly, too darn slowly, or Mannix, an ex-pro-football player with a taste for the disturbing. Who would you choose?
Keeping Tab by Olivia Rigal ~ I decided to play and not commit to anyone until I reached a respectable age, an age at which no one would ask me to carry their child. Well, Ryan never asked.
Unlocking the Billionaire by Daizie Draper ~ Relishing his newly tapped dominant edge, billionaire and widower Trent Davidson regrets firing his twin sons’ sassy, smart-mouthed nanny Brenna and strives to turn her loathing for him into total submission.
The Menagerie by Sarah M. Cradit ~ Welcome to The Menagerie. You’ll be offered a single choice. Your deepest desires, granted. Once made, it cannot be undone.
Rough by Skye Warren ~ I never thought I’d be Cinderella. I never thought a man that rough could be my prince.
Fyre Flame by Pavarti K. Tyler ~ Fyre takes every opportunity to feed her sexual needs, until she catches a neighbor watching her through the window of her apartment, and nothing can satisfy her until she finds out who he is and why he hides behind a pane of glass.
Cuff Me by Liv Morris ~ A cop with a pair of handcuffs and a dimpled smile can be dangerously sexy.
Club Secrets USA by Layla Wilcox ~ A first-year medical student begins playing doctor at private nightclubs in South Florida and New York.
This Love’s not for Sale by Ella Dominguez ~ Tucker wants Lilliana’s land and her panties in his trophy case.
Complex Triggers by Amy Valenti ~ Tamara’s inability to climax has undermined her confidence in her ability to be a good submissive. Evan has sworn off relationships since he can’t help screwing up. Can they somehow make it work?
Tender Forces (The Sir & Madam Chronicles-1) by Lili Von ~ Cassidy Barron has always had a crush on Ty Markson, the dark, broody commander of their group of living historians. When they reunite for a Civil War reenactment, Cassidy discovers that Ty has plans for her, and those plans are anything but gentlemanly.
Intoxicating Passion by Felicia Tatum ~ Journey with Korah and Dane as they battle their individual demons on the way to finding a way to care for one another.
Order your copy NOW
Amazon: http://amzn.to/1ijrz4A
BN: http://bit.ly/1OhfZoa
iTunes: http://apple.co/1KstWgq
Kobo: http://bit.ly/1FPALTI
September 21, 2015
Calling Indie Horror/Thriller Authors! #indieauthors #bookpromo #BadMoonOnTheRise #horror
Great opportunity for Horror and Thriller writers, from the awesome Teri at Books & Such.
Originally posted on Books & Such:
For the month of October, I’m planning a new series for Books & Such – one I hope to continue yearly. I’m calling it Bad Moon On The Rise – 31 Days of Thrills and Chills, featuring one author per day, so if you’re an indie author of horror/thriller books, send me your info! This is your chance for free publicity, to talk up your book, learn about other authors of the same genre, and hopefully sell some books. Each post will contain any information you’d like to include, such as a book synopsis, author bio, contact links, buy links and a short interview.
I still have some openings, so email me at tpolen6@gmail.com with your name and title of your book and I’ll send you an info sheet.
I’d appreciate any help in spreading the word about this – thanks in advance!
September 19, 2015
10 Learnings Over 4 Years of Publishing
I published my first book, St. Charles at Dusk, on September 26th, 2011. Four years have passed, and with them, more learnings than I could ever fully wrap my mind around. In those early days, I was a woman alone on an island, getting all my advice from Google. I didn’t know a single other author who had published their work.
Flash forward four years. I’m no longer a woman alone on an island, but one surrounded by hundreds of authors, thousands of readers, and years of experience (with many years still ahead). I have seventeen original titles out (and numerous boxed sets), and an endless quantity of ideas. I’ve been lauded by esteemed authors, and appeared on the USA Today Bestsellers list, twice. I’m nowhere near an expert, and far from perfect. I’ve had successes and setbacks, like any author, and I move forward knowing I’ll have more of both. I’m excited to have more of both, because the setbacks teach me, and every learning in this world is a gift.
Perhaps a new author will stumble on this post, and find it helpful. Maybe a tenured author will read through and nod their head. In any case, I hope your journey finds you well.
No Two Author Journeys Are Alike
No, really. Every single author has their own experiences, their own luck, their own skills and tools. Even if you took two authors who write identical genres, covers, and used identical marketing strategies, they would not share the same results. It’s fruitless to compare your journey with any other author, or to ask yourself “why am I not seeing the same results?” unless you truly do have something that needs changing (covers that don’t grab attention, editing issues, as examples). You’ll drive yourself crazy making comparisons, which will lead to negative feelings, inevitably resulting in creative blocks. Control what you can control, and understand the rest comes down to timing, luck, and the humors of the universe.
The Best Marketing for Your First Book is More Books
The very first thing I did when I hit publish on Dusk was research how the hell I was going to get the book in front of readers. Naturally, some of my friends and family bought it, probably half from support and half from shock. But I had no clue how to get it in front of a broader audience, and I spent way too much time (creative time) trying to solve this.
It wasn’t until I joined several author loops that I understood why this was a waste of my time. Let’s say a reader bought Dusk and loved it. They go to find the next book and… nothing. In the time it takes to write another book, that reader will have moved on and forgotten their love of the first one.
On the other hand, if they love that first book and find half a dozen more, you’ve now found yourself a fan willing to wait for future releases. They’re invested, and fans who are invested will keep checking back.
Learn your craft. Write well. And keep doing it!
Marketing is an Art, Not a Science
And, like any art, the interpretation varies by audience. What works for one, may be a turnoff for another. The only consistency I’ve found is that moderation is key. Readers don’t want endless advertisements from you, but if you don’t tell them how and where to find your work, how will they know?
Over half the posts on my social media accounts aren’t about my books, but they are peripherally related: articles/pictures on New Orleans (where my books are set), writing anecdotes. They’re thematically in line with my brand, which inevitably also relates back to my work, even if indirectly.
Finally, loss leaders. Perma-free, or lower price ($.99) for first in series (while a blow to your ego, which you need to learn to check anyway in this business) is a proven tool, and a great way to bring in new readers.
Get to Know Other Authors
As friends and comrades, not a potential audience. While half of what I learned these four years has been through trial and error, the other half came from the various author loops I’m a part of. While mileage varies by author (see the first point), there’s much to be learned from what others have done. They are also the only ones in the world who will understand what you’re going through when the words won’t flow, or you get a review that hurt (even when you know you should shake it off).
Also, some of my dearest friends in the world are authors. So there’s that.
Writing is a Full Time Job, Even if You Aren’t Writing Full Time
If you think writing a book is the beginning and end of it, you’re in for a rude surprise. The quantity of things you need to keep track of, head up, and be on top of is endless. I keep a checklist for publishing each book, and there’s over forty items on it. That’s only for publishing! Maintaining my social accounts, my website, and other “businessy” things takes up more time than the writing. I love running my own business, but organizational skills aren’t optional.
Your Brand is Everything
I knew this going in, as my other career sits in the corporate world. Everything you do should be purposeful.
Execution isn’t as easy as knowledge. Everything I say, everything I post, is a reflection of my brand. This isn’t simply posting about relevant things (as I mentioned above, with sharing items related to my books), but understanding the words we use have power, and are remembered. Venting about a lack of sales or other publishing frustrations might garner sympathy but will get you branded as unprofessional. Getting involved in drama is something others will remember. Responding to reviewers (especially negative ones) will only lead to misery.
Lastly, and this is a tough one when you’re friends with so many authors and want to help them: be mindful of who and what you promote. Your readers will look to the content you share as endorsements from you. This isn’t to say that you can’t help your friends. I co-created a blogger page to help share for others, because there simply isn’t enough time in the day to read everyone’s work. My author page remains reserved for content I’ve read and can stamp with a personal endorsement.
Creative Control is a Curse as Much as a Blessing
I’ve self-published 100% of my titles, and I have NO regrets in doing so. I’m not looking for a book deal, for many reasons, but not the least of which is that I love having full creative control over my work.
A few years ago, I learned Photoshop so I could design my own covers, largely because I wasn’t able to articulate to others what was in my head. The result? Six or seven different iterations of covers before I landed on the design I have now (which I adore). While I’m in love with the end result, getting there involved a lot of hair loss. When you know you can change things, that thought never leaves the back of your mind. In other words, a “to do” list that never shrinks.
This applies to other aspects of the business as well, the biggest one being content. Now, finding errors and uploading corrections on the fly is a fantastic benefit. But as you grow in your writing, inevitably it will improve. Yay, right? Yes. Except, when you re-read your earlier work and want to re-write the hell out of it, so it matches your current skill-set.
I’ll admit to having done this with Dusk, for many reasons. Never again. At some point, you have to accept your writing will improve, and most readers will enjoy watching that evolution. Your work represents different eras in your writing life, and you should be proud of them all.
Understand ROI
In addition to everything else we manage, the lure of “shiny objects” in the form of outside marketing tools bubbles to the surface. Anything from blog tours, author events, giveaways, and advertising. As with everything else, mileage varies. What works for one, may not for another, and *who* you employ to help with these things matters a great deal. Look for endorsements from other authors.
Finally, there are items with very little ROI you may decide still matter. Author signings, for example. Few authors end up with a profit in the end (between the cost of books, swag, and table costs, it’s an expensive endeavor), but find it worth it to network with readers and authors. But that’s a decision you need to make with your broader business goals in mind. Personally, I do 2-3 a year, and I’m very targeted on which ones. As my books are set in New Orleans, I do an annual event there. I live in Portland, so I’ll do them here, because I don’t have to factor in travel costs.
Write First For Yourself
This is a polarizing stance, honestly. Writing is a business, and chasing trends will often result in more money and recognition. If you’re a writer who is versatile enough to do this, then I won’t discourage you, especially if your goal is to write full time.
Personally, when I write for anything other than where my creative genius drives me, it turns out to be uninspired drivel. Readers pick up on that. They want to hear your voice loud and clear, and it will only come across as such if you’re inspired. Besides, constantly worrying about every word will only stifle creativity. Let the words flow, and be unapologetic.
So, follow the inspiration… wherever it takes you.
Know When You Need to Slow Down
There’s this fear in the author world that if we don’t publish monthly, readers will forget who we are. There may be truth in this, but that’s why the best marketing for book one is more books.
With almost two dozen titles behind me (most of which were done over the latter two years, as I had a break between Dusk and the others), I look back and I’m glad I busted my ass, forgoing sleep for my muse, working two jobs. Why? Because now I’ve bought myself some time to slow down. My series grows more and more complex, the deeper in the story goes, and I can’t churn out a book in two months anymore. I need time to sink into the world I’ve created.
I waited almost my entire life for Stephen King to finish the Dark Tower Series. If you’ve given readers a reason to come back, they won’t forget you.
Authors, feel free to chime in with your learnings as well!
September 15, 2015
Red Hot & Tied Down Cover Reveal
WARNING: This is the wildest, naughtiest, hottest Red Hot Boxed Set of them all! Don’t say we didn’t warn you. ON SALE FOR A LIMITED TIME! Over 1000 pages! 13 Books!
Your spiciest fantasies in one great box set! Thirteen NYT, USA Today, and best-selling authors have banded together to bring you 13 hot-as-sin erotic romance books about the wildest, craziest, most passionate varieties of love.
Preorder your copy NOW
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This is the Hottest of the Red Hot Boxed Sets! Explore your wild side, your Dominant side, your submissive side, and your tied-up-and-teased side. Enjoy these tales about very particular kinds of nightclubs, ropes, handcuffs, and blindfolds that delve into your deepest, darkest desires!
These thirteen men aren’t here to be your “book boyfriends.” Oh, no, when one of these men shoves you up against the wall with his hands all over you, he wants to have you, body and soul. He plays rough, and he wants you to submit to what he wants, what he needs, and he won’t stop until you’re moaning his name.
It’s always safe and consensual, but it’s never vanilla.
Click now to get this special box set of best-selling erotic romance books before it’s gone forever!
INCLUDES
Billionaire’s Plea Bargain by Ava Catori ~ I arched my back and sank into the pleasure. He slid the feather lower. I inhaled deeply, anticipating where it was heading. I ached to be touched. He made promises I wasn’t sure he could keep. Do I stay or leave before I’m in too deep?
Billionaires in Disguise: Lizzy by Blair Babylon ~ Be careful whom you submit to. Theo, a handsome, bright lawyer who wants to takes things slowly, too darn slowly, or Mannix, an ex-pro-football player with a taste for the disturbing. Who would you choose?
Keeping Tab by Olivia Rigal ~ I decided to play and not commit to anyone until I reached a respectable age, an age at which no one would ask me to carry their child. Well, Ryan never asked.
Unlocking the Billionaire by Daizie Draper ~ Relishing his newly tapped dominant edge, billionaire and widower Trent Davidson regrets firing his twin sons’ sassy, smart-mouthed nanny Brenna and strives to turn her loathing for him into total submission.
The Menagerie by Sarah M. Cradit ~ Welcome to The Menagerie. You’ll be offered a single choice. Your deepest desires, granted. Once made, it cannot be undone.
Rough by Skye Warren ~ I never thought I’d be Cinderella. I never thought a man that rough could be my prince.
Fyre Flame by Pavarti K. Tyler ~ Fyre takes every opportunity to feed her sexual needs, until she catches a neighbor watching her through the window of her apartment, and nothing can satisfy her until she finds out who he is and why he hides behind a pane of glass.
Cuff Me by Liv Morris ~ A cop with a pair of handcuffs and a dimpled smile can be dangerously sexy.
Club Secrets USA by Layla Wilcox ~ A first-year medical student begins playing doctor at private nightclubs in South Florida and New York.
This Love’s not for Sale by Ella Dominguez ~ Tucker wants Lilliana’s land and her panties in his trophy case.
Complex Triggers by Amy Valenti ~ Tamara’s inability to climax has undermined her confidence in her ability to be a good submissive. Evan has sworn off relationships since he can’t help screwing up. Can they somehow make it work?
Tender Forces (The Sir & Madam Chronicles-1) by Lili Von ~ Cassidy Barron has always had a crush on Ty Markson, the dark, broody commander of their group of living historians. When they reunite for a Civil War reenactment, Cassidy discovers that Ty has plans for her, and those plans are anything but gentlemanly.
Intoxicating Passion by Felicia Tatum ~ Journey with Korah and Dane as they battle their individual demons on the way to finding a way to care for one another.
Preorder your copy NOW
August 23, 2015
HOUSE OF CRIMSON AND CLOVER – BLOG TOUR POST – NEW RELEASE
Originally posted on Amie's Book Review Blog:
The House of Crimson & Clover Box Set Volumes I-IV
by Sarah M. Cradit
The House of Crimson & Clover #1-5
Publication Date: August 17, 2015
Genres:Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance, Urban Fantasy
Purchase on Amazon
The Sullivans, a family of hard-working Irish lawyers, came from nothing and built a life they can be proud of. The Deschanels amassed incredible wealth by siding with the North during the Civil War, betraying their people. Both New Orleans families have a dark and rich history, painted with secrets, treachery, and colorful, supernatural abilities.
The House of Crimson and Clover unravels the mysteries surrounding both families, pulling us further into their tangled, enigmatic lives.
About Sarah M. Cradit
Sarah is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the Paranormal Southern Fiction series, The House of Crimson & Clover. The series was born of her combined loves of New Orleans, family dramas, and…
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August 22, 2015
#PassionInPortland Author Spotlight: #ParanormalRomance Author Sarah Cradit
Originally posted on Shéa MacLeod, Author - More Than Magic:
Continuing on with the Passion in Portland attending author theme, I’d like to introduce you all to the amazing Sarah Cradit. Not only is Sarah a USA Bestseller and a fellow Oregonian, she’s also a total history geek, like me! I love that and I can’t wait to meet her!
What sparked the idea for your latest novel? Was there a specific “Ah—ha!” moment?
I write for a single series/saga, so the storylines often progress in very natural (though often unexpected ways). For the last release I have coming out in October, Myths of Midwinter (Volume 6), I deviate a bit from the main storyline in order to bring in some new characters and concepts. It was a fun creative shift.
Tell us about your hero and heroine? What makes them and their story unique?
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