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September 17, 2015
Magic Brew is LIVE on Amazon and ON SALE!
I’m happy to say Magic Brew went LIVE on Amazon, and I’ve had lots of messages from excited readers telling me they received their pre-order copies 
August 20, 2015
Enter to WIN a paperback of Magic Brew
Hey all, just a quick post to let you know you can get in on entering to win a paperback of Magic Brew on Goodreads! Hurry though, the giveaway ends August 21st at midnight.
Goodreads Book Giveaway
Magic Brew
by T. Rae Mitchell
Giveaway ends August 21, 2015.
See the giveaway details
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August 14, 2015
The gang that inspired Magic Brew!
It’s been 37 years since a gang called the Warriors first hit the streets of New York in the 1979 cult classic movie, The Warriors. I’ve been a fan of the movie, since I first saw it in the mid 80’s. The story about how they fought their way back through enemy territory to their home turf on Coney Island was an unforgettable ride. The movie itself wasn’t a huge hit when it came out, but for some of us, it struck a deep chord.
I’m amazed at how The Warriors continues to attract fans after all these years. In fact, The Village Voice recently announced that die-hard fan, Eric Nyenhuis, has organized a reunion on September 13th on Coney Island! Both the heroes and the bad guys will be there, including my favorite enemy gang, the painted, baseball bat carrying Furies. There’s going to be a cosplay contest and live bands and watching the film on the Coney Island boardwalk. Man, I wish I could be there for that! Sniff, sniff 
If you haven’t read my earlier posts about the inspiration behind Magic Brew, here’s a recap on how my supernatural version of the Warriors came to be:
The main character from my fantasy novel, Fate’s Fables, fluked into writing a bestselling novel called Magic Brew. This came about after Fate was given an English assignment, which was to choose any book about gangs in the 1960’s and write a unique spin on a favorite chapter. Being the fantasy geek she is, Fate turned her story into a big rumble between supernatural gangs. After her teacher entered her work into a contest and she won, a publisher contracted her to expand the idea into a novel. (Nothing small ever happens to Fate). The book chosen for this assignment was Sol Yurick’s, The Warriors, which takes place on Independence Day. I’ve always been a fan of this 1979 cult classic film, so it only seemed right to place Magic Brew in New York City on the Fourth of July.
I had planned to write Magic Brew after I finished the Fate’s Journey books, but because some of Fate’s cosplayer fans come along with her in the second book, Fate’s Keep, I needed to flesh out the outline for Magic Brew to ensure I had a firm grasp on the characters her fans are so crazy about. However, once I started developing the story, I couldn’t get the Magic Brew characters to be quiet. They wanted their story written, and they wanted it now! Since there’s no ignoring that many voices in your head, I decided I’d better get it done.
I’m happy to say Magic Brew is available for pre-order exclusively on Amazon. And get this, it’s scheduled for release on September 15th, only two days after The Warriors reunion. How wild is that?
The gang that inspired Magic Brew is reuniting in September!
It’s been 37 years since a gang called the Warriors first hit the streets of New York in the 1979 cult classic movie, The Warriors. I’ve been a fan of the movie, since I first saw it in the mid 80’s. The story about how they fought their way back through enemy territory to their home turf on Coney Island was an unforgettable ride. The movie itself wasn’t a huge hit when it came out, but for some of us it struck a deep chord.
I’m amazed at how The Warriors continues to attract fans after all these years. In fact, The Village Voice recently announced that die-hard fan, Eric Nyenhuis, has organized a reunion on September 13th on Coney Island! Both the heroes and the bad guys will be there, including my favorite enemy gang, the painted, baseball bat carrying Furies. There’s going to be a cosplay contest and live bands and watching the film on the Coney Island boardwalk. Man, I wish I could be there for that! Sniff, sniff
If you haven’t read my earlier posts about the inspiration behind Magic Brew, here’s a recap on how my supernatural version of the Warriors came to be:
The main character from my fantasy novel, Fate’s Fables, fluked into writing a bestselling novel called Magic Brew. This came about after Fate was given an English assignment, which was to choose any book about gangs in the 1960’s and write a unique spin on a favorite chapter. Being the fantasy geek she is, Fate turned her story into a big rumble between supernatural gangs. After her teacher entered her work into a contest and she won, a publisher contracted her to expand the idea into a novel. (Nothing small ever happens to Fate). The book chosen for this assignment was Sol Yurick’s, The Warriors, which takes place on Independence Day. I’ve always been a fan of this 1979 cult classic film, so it only seemed right to place Magic Brew in New York City on the Fourth of July.
I had planned to write Magic Brew after I finished the Fate’s Journey books, but because some of Fate’s cosplayer fans come along with her in the second book, Fate’s Keep, I needed to flesh out the outline for Magic Brew to ensure I had a firm grasp on the characters her fans are so crazy about. However, once I started developing the story, I couldn’t get the Magic Brew characters to be quiet. They wanted their story written, and they wanted it now! Since there’s no ignoring that many voices in your head, I decided I’d better get it done.
I’m happy to say Magic Brew is available for pre-order exclusively on Amazon. And get this, it’s scheduled for release on September 15th, only two days after The Warriors reunion. How wild is that?
April 25, 2015
Lots of prizes and happy winners!
BookRhythm’s April Eggstravaganza ended last week after two solid weeks of flash giveaways. Loads of winners got some cool prizes from lots of great authors. Here are the winners of the prizes I gave away.
Jennifer C. won a Fate’s Fables mini book charm necklace and Fate’s Fables ebook
Ariel M. won a Fate’s Fables tote bag and Fate’s Fables ebook
Linda R. won a signed set of Fate’s Fables bookmarks and Fate’s Fables ebook
Debbie T., Kathy D., Louise M. & Judy V. all won a Fate’s Motto poster and Fate’s Fables ebook
Lots of fun prizes and happy winners!
BookRhythm’s April Eggstravaganza ended last week after two solid weeks of flash giveaways. Loads of winners got some cool prizes from lots of great authors. Here’s who’s won the prizes I gave away.
Jennifer C. won a Fate’s Fables mini book charm necklace and Fate’s Fables ebook
Ariel M. won a Fate’s Fables tote bag and Fate’s Fables ebook
Linda R. won a signed set of Fate’s Fables bookmarks and Fate’s Fables ebook
Debbie T., Kathy D., Louise M. & Judy V. all won a Fate’s Motto poster and Fate’s Fables ebook
March 11, 2015
Meet Edge from Magic Brew
After filming the footage for my MAGIC BREW book trailer last week, we took some stills of Edge.
The handsome and brilliant actor who’s playing Edge in the trailer also happens to be my son, Tyler. Casting him for Edge was a no brainer, since I actually created Edge with Tyler in mind. About 10 years ago, I started writing a kid’s adventure starring my 11 year old son as the main character. I thought it would be fun for him to see himself in the book. What kid wouldn’t, right? Unfortunately, that book never came to be because I was still learning about the art of storytelling. Of course, I went on to write FATE’S FABLES, which he loves. But I still wanted to carry out my promise, even if he wasn’t holding me to it. MAGIC BREW has become that for me.
If you’re not familiar with the main character of MAGIC BREW, Edge, he’s part Djinn with the power to teleport and create illusions. He’s also the second in command of his gang, the Forsaken–a band of magical, halfbreed misfits. After suffering the ultimate betrayal from one of his own, he finds himself at the center of a citywide manhunt. Every supernatural gang is out for the magic flowing in his blood. Forced to flee through New York City’s twisting maze of subway tunnels, parks, sewers and deserted buildings, Edge and what’s left of the Forsaken, must fight their way through gangs of shifters, warlocks, demons, and deadly fae blocking their way back to home turf. Needless to say, Edge is in for one hell of a long night.
Want a sneak peek? Click here to download the first two chapters of MAGIC BREW.
Meet Edge from #MagickBrew
After filming the footage for my MAGICK BREW book trailer last week, we took some stills of Edge.
The handsome and brilliant actor who’s playing Edge in the trailer also happens to be my son, Tyler. Casting him for Edge was a no brainer, since I actually created Edge with Tyler in mind. About 10 years ago, I started writing a kid’s adventure starring my 11 year old son as the main character. I thought it would be fun for him to see himself in the book. What kid wouldn’t, right? Unfortunately, that book never came to be because I was still learning about the art of storytelling. Of course, I went on to write FATE’S FABLES, which he loves. But I still wanted to carry out my promise, even if he wasn’t holding me to it. MAGICK BREW has become that for me.
If you’re not familiar with the main character of MAGICK BREW, Edge, he’s part Djinn with the power to teleport and create illusions. He’s also the second in command of his gang, the Forsaken–a band of magical, halfbreed misfits. After suffering the ultimate betrayal from one of his own, he finds himself at the center of a citywide manhunt. Every supernatural gang is out for the magic flowing in his blood. Forced to flee through New York City’s twisting maze of subway tunnels, parks, sewers and deserted buildings, Edge and what’s left of the Forsaken, must fight their way through gangs of shifters, warlocks, demons, and deadly fae blocking their way back to home turf. Needless to say, Edge is in for one hell of a long night.
Want a sneak peek? Click here to download the first two chapters of MAGICK BREW.
