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November 8, 2017
Circumvent Cover Reveal!
Perfection turns to Panic in S.K. Derban’s soon to be released mystery novel.
Readers will finally discover the importance of the French street on the Circumvent cover.
Stay tuned!
September 16, 2017
Autumn Sale!
Less than a Latte!
Read For No Apparent Reason for just 99 cents!
This fun mystery book is on sale for one week only!
Enjoy!
July 31, 2017
Summer Sale This Week!
Less than a Latte!
Read For No Apparent Reason for just 99 cents!
This fun summer beach book is on sale for one week only!
Enjoy!
February 20, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE S.K. Derban’s third novel Circumvent acquired by TouchPoint Press
“Life is too perfect, until perfection turns to panic.”
SAN DIEGO, CA (February 9, 2017) No stranger to the TouchPoint Press family of authors, S.K. Derban’s third novel is the second to be acquired by the growing indie publisher.
When French-born Nikki Sabine Moueix travels to Hawaii for a work assignment, writing an article about a famous Swiss pastry chef Ruggiero Delemont generates more than a magazine piece when Nikki becomes Mrs. Delemont. Another assignment sends Nikki to France where she is catapulted into a threatening confrontation leaving her in a French hospital with no knowledge of her past.
Circumvent allows readers to form a bond with Nikki as they yearn for her to remember. They will cheer for Ruggiero, the Swiss pastry chef, and his relentless determination to locate his beloved wife. This is a story about two people who never lose their faith in God and find amazing friends to help them along the way.
Derban’s third novel is slated for a Fall 2017 release and will be available through major retailers and direct from the publisher.
Advance media and review requests may be submitted to media@touchpointpress.com.
February 11, 2017
January 24, 2017
For No Apparent Reason – Second Edition
TouchPoint Press is pleased to announce the rerelease of For No Apparent Reason:
November 9, 2016
My brain is officially full!
There are too many story ideas clogging my brain. Therefore, I need to take a blogging break in order to spend more time writing. It has been fun, and I hope you enjoyed reading about the helpful household advice, the natural alternatives, and the simple solutions. The blog will remain posted on my website for those needing a recipe or a reminder. There should be something for everyone as I shared household cleaning tips, how to control ants (both inside and out) and how to get rid of gnats. There are all natural recipes for homemade disinfectant cleaner, four thieves oil, a cold buster cocktail, dishwasher detergent, mosquito repellent, deodorant, toothpaste, whipped skin moisturizer, dryer sheets, and lavender hand scrub. I also explained how to organize all of your new wonderful products!
My current novel Circumvent is completed and ready for editing. I am working on a fun, new cozy mystery series set in the Little Italy community of San Diego. If you would like to stay informed, be sure and sign up for my author newsletter! Blessings!
September 4, 2016
Author of the Month
S.K. Derban is honored to be selected as Author Shout’s Author of the Month. http://authorshout.com/
August 29, 2016
S.K. Derban Author Newsletter
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August 12, 2016
All Natural Gift – Homemade Lavender Hand Scrub
Sharon, from the Herb Factory has agreed to share the recipe for her amazing Lavender Hand Scrub. What a treat! Thank you Sharon!
Hello from the Herb Factory! Can you believe Christmas is only 19 Sundays away? Personally, I always try planning ahead to avoid the hustle and bustle of the season. I imagine entering December in calm and peace, enjoying the joy and wonder of the True Reason for the Season… Then life gets busy, and I somehow get caught up with regrets of not planning ahead.
Since I am positive we all would like to get a head start, I invite you to join me this year by hand crafting an all-natural gift. It is thoughtful, classy, and quite simply delightful! Better yet, is easy to make and the cost per gift is under five dollars.
I know it is hard to imagine planning for the Holidays in August, but I promise you will not be disappointed. Below is my recipe for an all-natural Lavender hand scrub gift I absolutely love making. Make sure to purchase your supplies soon, and order enough to make plenty. I guarantee you will find someone to bless with these special gifts.
Recipe for one, eight ounce jar of Lavender Hand Scrub.
(Simply multiply the recipe by the number of eight ounce jars you will be making.)
1 cup White Sugar
½ cup Grape Seed Oil
½ tablespoon dried Lavender Flower Seeds
15 drops Lavender Essential Oil
Combine all ingredients in an appropriate size bowl and stir well. If you make a larger batch, stir the mixture before filling each jar. I use eight ounce Mason jars with lids. Simply choose the style you like as there are many different types.
Leave approximately ½ inch of air space at the top of each jar. Fill your jars, wipe away any drippings, and close the lid. That’s it!
It is best to make a card with the product name and the ingredients. The instructions for use can be written on the reverse side of the card. (Instructions for use: Place a small scoop of scrub into your hands and rub well for 1 minute. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.) You can attach the card to the jar with a ribbon or twine!
Enjoy!
Until next time,
Live, Laugh, and Love… Naturally! Sharon
