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October 15, 2013
Fractured Legacy Trailer
Thanks to Paul at Inerded for designing the video.
Kaylyn Anderson’s fascination with abandoned places and dark creatures kindled her work as a paranormal investigator. But when dreams begin to distort reality, she questions what is real and pulls away from everyone she trusts. The opportunity to investigate the Teague Hotel–a long-abandoned landmark that has always piqued her curiosity–provides a chance to redeem herself. Unraveling the hotel’s secrets won’t be easy, but Kaylyn soon finds herself the target of a dark entity that has been trapped in the building for decades.
If Kaylyn stands any chance of defeating the spirit, she’ll have to accept that her fears are real and convince fellow investigators that she hasn’t lost her mind.
Available October 22, 2013
October 14, 2013
Fractured Legacy Release Tour Begins
Thanks to everyone who signed up to host my release tour over the next 2 weeks!
Fractured Legacy will be released on October 22! Ultimately, I’ll have both the ebook and paperback available on Amazon, and for those interested, I’ll be selling signed copies of the paperback here on my blog.
To celebrate the upcoming release, I’ll be visiting 14 blogs over the next 2 weeks, each of these blogs has a Scavenger Hunt Clue. Gather the key word from each blog and put them together at the end of the tour to create the passcode! This passcode will earn you major points in the Fractured Legacy Release Giveaway.
Tour Schedule:
October 14- A Creative Mind
October 15-Sunshine & Mountains Book Reviews
October 16-My Beautiful NightMare
October 17-Room With Books
October 18-Ch’kara SilverWolf
October 19-Amber Daulton Author
October 20-All in a Book
October 21-Dawna Raver
October 22-Release Day BLITZ!!
October 23-Depression is my Illusion but Books are my Reality & Books A to Z
October 24-Once Upon a YA Book & Taylor Grace
October 25-Sydney Aaliyah & Because Reading is better than real life
Giveaway
Visit all 14 blogs to collect the words for the passcode to enter the Giveaway! Look for this image to gather your clues:
Clue:
Fractured Legacy
Available on Amazon, October 22, 2013.
Kaylyn Anderson’s fascination with abandoned places and dark creatures kindled her work as a paranormal investigator. But when dreams begin to distort reality, she questions what is real and pulls away from everyone she trusts. The opportunity to investigate the Teague Hotel–a long-abandoned landmark that has always piqued her curiosity–provides a chance to redeem herself. Unraveling the hotel’s secrets won’t be easy, but Kaylyn soon finds herself the target of a dark entity that has been trapped in the building for decades.
If Kaylyn stands any chance of defeating the spirit, she’ll have to accept that her fears are real and convince fellow investigators that she hasn’t lost her mind.
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About the Author: Skye Callahan
Skye Callahan was born and raised in Ohio and has seen enough unbelievable stuff to feed a lifetime of paranormal stories. When not writing or working at the dayjob, she hangs out with her ethnomusicologist husband and pet ferrets, reads, and takes long walks through the cemetery.
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October 4, 2013
Just a post to say Thank You and give an update!
A huge thank you to everyone who has helped me on this writing and publishing journey so far!
Xpresso Blog Tours did a wonderful job setting up the Book Blitz for Fractured Legacy.
The manuscript is now in the hands of my editor, thanks to Black Firefly. So, ARCs should be hitting inboxes after October 7. I do have to work my day job, so please be patient if they don’t show up first thing (if you still want to sign up for an ARC, there’s still time).
Disclaimer: The Teague Hotel is a figment of my imagination! The event will be fully online!
And then the next tour will kick off– The Fractured Legacy Release Tour October 14-25!
This tour will feature a scavenger hunt, so get ready to visit my 14 lovely hosts to gather all of the clues. At the end of the tour, the words will form a phrase from the book, and you can use that phrase to enter to win a signed copy of Fractured Legacy and some swag!
I’m still taking volunteers to participate in the Release Day Blitz on October 22. And I’ll be doing another Tour in November, so if you’ve been wanting to participate in one of the events but haven’t had a chance, you can sign up here (note: if you want to sign up for the tour and the release day blitz, you can do both on this form–you don’t have to fill out both).
All of this wouldn’t be possible without your support, so thanks again everyone!!
A huge thank you to everyone who has helped me on this w...
A huge thank you to everyone who has helped me on this writing and publishing journey so far!
Xpresso Blog Tours did a wonderful job setting up the Book Blitz for Fractured Legacy.
The manuscript is now in the hands of my editor, thanks to Black Firefly. So, ARCs should be hitting inboxes sometime Monday. I do have to work my day job Monday, so please be patient if they don’t show up first thing (if you still want to sign up for an ARC, there’s still time).
Disclaimer: The Teague Hotel is a figment of my imagination! The event will be fully online!
And then the next tour will kick off– The Fractured Legacy Release Tour October 14-25!
This tour will feature a scavenger hunt, so get ready to visit my 14 lovely hosts to gather all of the clues. At the end of the tour, the words will form a phrase from the book, and you can use that phrase to enter to win a signed copy of Fractured Legacy and some swag!
I’m still taking volunteers to participate in the Release Day Blitz on October 22. And I’ll be doing another Tour in November, so if you’ve been wanting to participate in one of the events but haven’t had a chance, you can sign up here (note: if you want to sign up for the tour and the release day blitz, you can do both on this form–you don’t have to fill out both).
All of this wouldn’t be possible without your support, so thanks again everyone!!
Happy Release Day! The Vanished Knight by M. Gerrick
The Vanished Knight
by M. Gerrick
The Black Knight, Nordaine’s crown prince, has no legitimate blood heirs, meaning someone must be appointed to succeed him. With two of the candidates’ families willing to kill for the appointment and the third candidate being seen as a threat to all, peace is balanced on a sword’s edge.
But then the Black Knight vanishes.
Darrion and Gawain, two of his possible heirs, set out to find him, but after they rescue an earth-girl from Merithian soldiers, they discover she has possible ties to Nordaine. Not only that, but Callan Blair could be an Elvish princess. And war looms on the horizon…
October 2, 2013
IWSG: Focusing on the Good
Click to see the sign up list and instructions.
I can’t believe it’s October! And if I can’t keep up with the months, well forget about me keeping up with what day of the week it is. I only remembered IWSG because I saw someone else’s post on Google.
I’m buried in edits, recruiting for my release day blitz, writing blog tour posts and recruiting for a November blog tour (all while also working a day job). So, what am I not insecure about right now?
I’ll just be happy to make it through the week, send off my MS again and figure out what I need to do next.
Let’s focus on the good things:
I have some great writing friends who are always around when I need a sounding board or help in any way. I have to say the writers I’ve connected with are some of the best people in the world.
My ferrets still love me, even though Cam and I got into a battle the other day and he nipped my hand pretty good.
My hubby is helping in every way he can.
So far, beta readers have loved the story, and their comments have been encouraging–even though they’ve also inspired some *facepalm* moments.
So, what are the best things in your writing life right now?
September 30, 2013
Google Plus Communities for Indie Authors
Reblogged from "CommuniCATE" Resources for Writers:
Not all these groups are Indie specific. Try searching under #Indie, #Author and #Writer on to find more. #Writer has the most and that search will lead you to genre specific groups.
I am not involved with many of these groups, as I simply don't have enough time: so please use at your own discretion. I have left the full web address here so this page can be printed.
Great list of Google+ Resources for Writers from "CommuniCATE Resources for Writers"
September 27, 2013
Follow Fest: Skye Callahan #followfest13
Welcome to the Follow Fest Blog Hop!
Here are the details:
Purpose: A platform building opportunity for writers of all kinds.
(Think, ‘cyber meet-and-greet with social media links for business cards.’)
When: September 23rd thru 27th.
How: Create a blog post using the guide provided and sign up on the Linky list for the day you plan to post. There will be a separate Linky list for each day.During the week of the fest, visit other blogs and connect with as many writers as you wish. Enter to win prizes, too!
Name: Skye Callahan
Fiction or nonfiction: Fiction
What genres do you write? Adult/New Adult: Paranormal, Urban Fantasy
Are you published? No. My debut, Fractured Legacy, will be available on October 22.
Do you do anything in addition to writing? I do a lot of office work. Boring really, so I’ll spare you the details.
Where can people connect with you?
You can follow my blog via email, wordpress feed or RSS via the sidebar.
Twitter: @Skye_Callahan | Facebook | Goodreads | Google+ |Pinterest |WattPad
Is there anything else you’d like us to know?
I’m a ferret lover (well, all animals really, but my husband puts the limit at 2 ferrets) and I hate coming up with random things to say about myself. But if you have any questions, I’d be glad to answer them. 
I am looking for folks willing to host my release day announcement on October 22! Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks to Melissa Maygrove for putting this together, view all of the linky lists here to visit other participants.
September 23, 2013
Fractured Legacy Book Blitz, Week 2
Hi again,
Here are the rest of the lovely blogs who are posting for week 2 of the book blitz.
The dates are estimated, so plans may have changed for a couple of blogs, but I encourage you to stop by, check out the posts, and enter the giveaways!
I’m very thankful for everyone who has posted or shared about Fractured Legacy!
Because reading is better than real life…..
http://love2readalways.blogspot.com/
9/23/2013
Off the Page
http://suzannevanrooyen.com/blog
9/24/2013
DJ’s Book Corner
www.djsbookcorner.com
9/24/2013
Beauty but a Funny Girl
http://beautybutafunnygirl.blogspot.com
9/25/2013
fuonlyknew
http://fuonlyknew.com
9/25/2013
Confessions of a Book Addict
bookaddict24-7.com
9/25/2013
C.M.Brown
http://cmbrown-books.blogspot.com.au/
9/25/2013
The Demon Librarian
http://www.thedemonlibrarian.com
9/26/2013
Sparkling Pink Bookshelf
http://sparkling-pink-bookshelf.blogspot.com/
9/26/2013
Book Cracker Caroline
http://www.Bookcrackercaroline.blogspot.com
9/26/2013
Romance with Flavor
http://romancewithflavor.com/
9/27/2013
OriginiquEquanimity
OriginiquEquanimity.blogspot.com
9/27/2013
Amber Daulton – Author
http://amberdaultonauthor.blogspot.com/
9/28/2013
Ebook Escapes
ebookescapes.com
9/30/2013
The Reading Cow
thereadingcow.blogspot.com.au
9/30/2013
Miriam Smith
mirriamsmyth.wordpress.com
9/30/2013
the girl with red cape
http://www.thegirlwithredcape.blogspot.in/
9/30/2013
Deborah Jay
http://deborahjayauthor.com/
9/30/2013
A Soul Unsung
http://soulunsung.blogspot.com
9/30/2013
Hardback Book Hotties
http://hbbookhotties.blogspot.com/
10/1/2013
Raver’s Rants & Raves
http://dawnaraver.com/
10/1/2013
purpinkrosesbookcorner
http://purpinkrosesbookcorner.blogspot.co.uk/
10/1/2013
Spellbindings
http://spellbindingsblog.com
10/1/2013
Pete de violet
http://nervidetoamna.blogspot.ro/
10/1/2013
Book bliss
Http://lbookbliss.wordpress.com
10/1/2013
Rainy Days and Pajamas
http://www.rainydaysandpajamas.com
10/2/2013
Bea’s Book Nook
http://beasbooknook.blogspot.com/
10/2/2013
Why I Can’t Stop Reading
http://whyicantstopreading.wordpress.com
10/2/2013
My Beautiful Nitemare
http://www.jjinright.com
10/2/2013
Jodie Pierce’s Ink Slinger’s Blog
www.jodiepierceauthor.blogspot.com
10/2/2013
A. Literary Mafia
www.aliterarymafia.wordpress.com
10/2/2013
A Cup of Coffee and a Book
http://nercupofcoffeeandbook.wordpress.com/
10/2/2013
Hopelessly Devoted Bibliophile
http://www.hopelessbibliophile.com
10/3/2013
Sunshine & Mountains Books
http://sunshineandmountains.wordpress.com/
10/3/2013
Bookluvrs Haven
bookluvrshaven.blogspot.ca
10/3/2013
All things in the cloud sweet
http://allthingsincloudsweet.wordpress.com/
10/3/2013
Reviewing in Chaos
http://reviewinginchaos.blogspot.com
10/3/2013
The Bookish Owl
https://thebookishowl.wordpress.com/
10/3/2013
Contagious Reads
http://contagiousreads.com
10/4/2013
Dalene’s Book Reviews
http://dalenesbookreviews.blogspot.com/
10/4/2013
Rate My Romance
http://ratemyromance.blogspot.com/
10/4/2013
Donnie Darko Girl
http://donniedarkogirl.blogspot.com
10/4/2013
Rose & Beps Blog
http://rosebeps.blogspot.it/
Lost in Ever After
lostineverafter.blogspot.ca
The Phantom Paragrapher
www.thephantomparagrapher.blogspot.com
Rose & Beps Blog
http://rosebeps.blogspot.it/
Thanks to Xpresso Book Tours for arranging this Book Blitz!
September 19, 2013
The Great Fall Equinox Blog Hop!!!
Hi all! Welcome to my stop on The Great Fall Equinox Release Day Hop.
I’m giving away a paperback copy of Fractured Legacy!
when it becomes available shortly after the October 22 eBook release
You’ll find the entry instructions at the end of the post.
Fractured Legacy
Kaylyn Anderson’s fascination with abandoned places and dark creatures kindled her work as a paranormal investigator. But when dreams begin to distort reality, she questions what is real and pulls away from everyone she trusts. The opportunity to investigate the Teague Hotel–a long-abandoned landmark that has always piqued her curiosity–provides a chance to redeem herself. Unraveling the hotel’s secrets won’t be easy, but Kaylyn soon finds herself the target of a dark entity that has been trapped in the building for decades.
If Kaylyn stands any hope of defeating the spirit, she’ll have to accept that her fears are real and convince fellow investigators that she hasn’t lost her mind.
A big thank you to Victoria Danann and her newest addition Gathering Storm for our huge grand prize:
LISTOPIA One More Chapter’s Top Books of September
The Order of the Black Swan, Book 5.
Release date September 19th, 90k words
GENRE: fantasy romance, scifi romance, paranormal romance
“…a complete rollercoaster ride.”- Hooked on Books
“…sexy, very exciting, a really fun read.” -Vampire Romance Books.com
“…like a many layered dessert.” – A Tale of Two Books.
“…a must read.” – Fangs Wands & Fairy Dust
READING THIS SERIAL SAGA IN ORDER HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Try before you buy. Book 1, My Familiar Stranger, is permafree everywhere.
Legendary Black Swan knight, Sir Engel Storm, is REALLY not himself. B Team reunites to try and preserve his reputation. Jefferson Unit is left defended by a skeleton crew of scoundrels when Ralengclan launch an assassination attempt on Elora Laiken. This book explores two age old questions. Do you believe in destiny? Do you think any part of it is predetermined by fate?
WEBSITE: http://victoriadanann.com/GatheringStorm.html
BLOG: http://victoriadanann.me/the-books/book-5/
GOODREADS:http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18336107-gathering-storm
FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/vdanann
and a big thank you to the co-sponsors:
Blood Brothers by Susan Arden
Love’s a Witch by Hope Welsh
Underneath It All by Cassandra Carr
From Chemo…with Love by Teresa Jones
Lust Emergency: Uniform Encounters 3 by Morticia Knight
Halo’s Wish by Sharon Kleve
Wunder, Book 2: Reunion
Fractured Legacy by Skye Callahan
Pink Girl by Kate Baum
Speakeasy Dead by Vicky Loebel
Burlesque! Le Cirque d’Amour by Michelle Fox
Vampire’s Fortune, Fortune Teller’s Curse by Kara Ashley Dey
Leap of Faith by Michelle Cary
The Heart of a Hunter by Natalie-Nicole Bates
The Sheikh’s Crowning by Gemma Juliana
A Knight of Passion by Tarah Scott
Wicked Secrets by Eliza Lloyd
Loco, Razer 8 and Ghost by P.T Macais
Alpha by Fierce Dolan
Tunneling For Revenge by Travis K. Sharpe
Fast Balls by Tara Lain
Bedroom Games by Charity Parkerson
Armed and Desired by DC Stone
Consume Me by Paige Matthews
Grand Prize:
PRIZES by RAFFLECOPTER:
(One) Grand Prize: Kindle Fire (U.S.only) plus $100 Amazon Gift Card plus e-copies of all sponsored releases
(Two) First Prizes: $100 Amazon Gift Card plus e-copies of all sponsored releases
(Three) Second Prizes: One e-book from every participating author.
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And if you’d like to win a paperback of Fractured Legacy, comment below with your the Fall release you’re most looking forward to and then share this post on Twitter or Facebook.
