Mark Laporta's Blog, page 25
June 28, 2017
Radio Interview 6-29-17
Don't miss my interview with PatZi
on JOY ON PAPER
"A radio program for writers and those
who dream of writing and for everyone
who wants to know the story behind the book."
WTAN-AM 1340 or WTAN-FM 106.1
Or listen live at http://www.radio-joyonpaper.com/
We'll chat about MIRROR AT THE HEART OF TIME and the ideas behind my YA sci-fi series,
"The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherak"
Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 11:00 AM Eastern
on JOY ON PAPER
"A radio program for writers and those
who dream of writing and for everyone
who wants to know the story behind the book."
WTAN-AM 1340 or WTAN-FM 106.1
Or listen live at http://www.radio-joyonpaper.com/
We'll chat about MIRROR AT THE HEART OF TIME and the ideas behind my YA sci-fi series,
"The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherak"
Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 11:00 AM Eastern
Published on June 28, 2017 19:17
May 29, 2017
Launch!
Next week, on June 1, 2017, MIRROR AT THE HEART OF TIME will be published by
Chickadee Prince Books. It’s the final chapter of my YA sci-fi series, The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherek, in which:
• A civilization adores a tuberous root
• An Earth girl falls backward in time
• An android yearns for a clueless hero
• A Snaldrialooran races the clock to save his heart
• A multiversal being pines for timeless love
• A thoughtful civil servant sticks her neck out
• A friendly Werg shares the path to enlightenment
… and a college girl vows never to say “normal” again.
The entire series:
• HEART OF EARTH
• HEART OF MYSTERY
• MIRROR AT THE HEART OF TIME
… has received positive mention from Kirkus (“A fabulous read,” “engrossing”), Foreword (“will delight readers of every age”) and Revolution Science Fiction (“Mark Laporta sticks the landing with the conclusion of his trilogy”).
All told, The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherek is an adventure across a wide universe in which love is infinite and friendship is eternal. Discover what a bowl of lime Jell-O, a matched set of alien cookware and an orchestra of Esthusian bone flutes have in common. It’s ready to launch when you are — available now at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com and your local bookstore.
Chickadee Prince Books. It’s the final chapter of my YA sci-fi series, The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherek, in which:
• A civilization adores a tuberous root
• An Earth girl falls backward in time
• An android yearns for a clueless hero
• A Snaldrialooran races the clock to save his heart
• A multiversal being pines for timeless love
• A thoughtful civil servant sticks her neck out
• A friendly Werg shares the path to enlightenment
… and a college girl vows never to say “normal” again.
The entire series:
• HEART OF EARTH
• HEART OF MYSTERY
• MIRROR AT THE HEART OF TIME
… has received positive mention from Kirkus (“A fabulous read,” “engrossing”), Foreword (“will delight readers of every age”) and Revolution Science Fiction (“Mark Laporta sticks the landing with the conclusion of his trilogy”).
All told, The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherek is an adventure across a wide universe in which love is infinite and friendship is eternal. Discover what a bowl of lime Jell-O, a matched set of alien cookware and an orchestra of Esthusian bone flutes have in common. It’s ready to launch when you are — available now at Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble.com and your local bookstore.
Published on May 29, 2017 04:24
February 5, 2017
Give Away!
Enter for a chance to win a free copy of my YA sci-fi series, "The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherek," from Chickadee Prince Books.
For details, visit:
http://tinyurl.com/seriesgiveaway
Offer ends February 21, 2017. Enter today!
For details, visit:
http://tinyurl.com/seriesgiveaway
Offer ends February 21, 2017. Enter today!
Published on February 05, 2017 20:47
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Tags:
giveaways, young-adult-science-fiction
January 6, 2017
"Top 10" Praise for Heart of Earth
Heart of Earth, Book 1 of my series, The Changing Hearts of Ixdahan Daherek (Chickadee Prince Books) is now featured on the Cheap Reads Top 10 List for 2016. I'm thrilled and honored to make the cut.
Tay Laroi writes:
"This is another one that I absolutely love. Between watching Daherek adjust to Earth and his efforts to save the world, this book is a lot of fun. Laporta knows how to craft a story that’s equal parts hilarity, adventure, and heart. I can’t wait to see more of Daherek in the coming years with the continuation of his series."
See for yourself at https://cheapreads.wordpress.com/2016...
... and click through the listing to read her review.
Both Heart of Earth and Heart of Mystery are available now at Amazon.com
Book 3, Mirror at the Heart of Time will launch in June and is now available for pre-order.
Tay Laroi writes:
"This is another one that I absolutely love. Between watching Daherek adjust to Earth and his efforts to save the world, this book is a lot of fun. Laporta knows how to craft a story that’s equal parts hilarity, adventure, and heart. I can’t wait to see more of Daherek in the coming years with the continuation of his series."
See for yourself at https://cheapreads.wordpress.com/2016...
... and click through the listing to read her review.
Both Heart of Earth and Heart of Mystery are available now at Amazon.com
Book 3, Mirror at the Heart of Time will launch in June and is now available for pre-order.
Published on January 06, 2017 07:43
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Tags:
sci-fi, science-fiction, ya, young-adult-sci-fi
March 17, 2015
Excerpt 7 From Ixdahan Daherek's Unpublished Diaries
A scary discovery meets a plan of action...
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/heartofearth2
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/heartofearth2
Published on March 17, 2015 19:06
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Tags:
science-fiction, ya-science-fiction
February 21, 2015
Excerpt 6 From Ixdahan Daherek's Unpublished Diaries
Hope in the face of uncertainty...
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/heartofearth2
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/heartofearth2
Published on February 21, 2015 18:13
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Tags:
science-fiction, ya-sci-fi
January 31, 2015
Excerpt 5 From Ixdahan Daherek's Unpublished Diaries
Two strokes of luck in the midst of impeding doom...
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/heartofearth2
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/heartofearth2
Published on January 31, 2015 09:21
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Tags:
science-fiction, ya-sci-fi
January 12, 2015
Excerpt 4 From Ixdahan Daherek's Unpublished Diaries
Worst fears confirmed...
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/ptxzjp6
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/ptxzjp6
Published on January 12, 2015 17:45
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Tags:
science-fiction, ya-sci-fi
December 27, 2014
Excerpt 3 From Ixdahan Daherek's Unpublished Diaries
The implications of an extra-terrestrial virus...
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/ptxzjp6
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/ptxzjp6
Published on December 27, 2014 09:28
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Tags:
science-fiction, ya-sci-fi
December 15, 2014
Excerpt 2 From Ixdahan Daherek's Unpublished Diaries
A growing awareness of trouble on the horizon...
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/ptxzjp6
at Heart of Earth: The YA Science Fiction Website http://tinyurl.com/ptxzjp6
Published on December 15, 2014 09:08
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Tags:
ya-science-fiction