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A book with a cause

With all the negative stuff going on in the world, the authors of A Guide to Claiming a Scaredy Cat are happy to announce some positive news. The anthology price has been change and ALL (Yes, ALL!) of the proceeds will be donated to the wonderful organization Wounded Warrior Project.

If you are unfamiliar as to who & what the Wounded Warrior Project is, please, take a look at their website: Wounded Warrior Project Homepage Link

 

 

Link to Purchase the Anthology

 

 

[image error]A collection of ten never before published paranormal romance tales about strong females who struggle to hold on to their scaredy “cat” males. This anthology is full of steamy hijinks that might just melt your eReader.

Follow these lynx, panthers, jaguars, lions, tigers, witches, cu-sith, and familiars as they find love when they’re least expecting it.

**All proceeds are being donated to the Wounded Warrior Project.**

 

 

 

A Guide to Claiming a Scaredy Cat

Caught by Love by Josette Reuel

Distracted by a bad mane day and haywire magic, Laith forgot to hide from love.

A Roar of Her Own by S.E. Isaac

No place to hide, when she’s on the prowl to find love.

Changing His Spots by Catherine Bowman

She captures his unwilling heart with her spirit and her camera.

Hunter’s Moon by Romarin Demetri

Autumn should never have let him go.

Kenya and Her King by Crystal St. Clair

A king only bows down to his queen.

Snowbound by A.M. Cosgrove

He likes the quiet of the woods. She’s looking for some peace of her own. Will they be able to survive the storm that is threatening their solitude?

An Unwanted Rescue by Adalaine Rose

An unwanted rescue breeds an unwanted love.

Herding Cats by Edward Blackwood

Some cats just leave mice on the doorstep, he brought her a whole clowder of trouble.

Tamed by Laura Stapleton

Only the queen of hearts can tame this king of the beasts.

Pride & Flamboyance by S. E. Isaac & Josette Reuel

Ruffled feathers and a wild mane can’t stop love

Buy a Copy Today

 

 

Happy Reading & XoXo,

S.E.Isaac

Do you know a Ginger? I know a Ginger!

[image error]Ginger Elinburg writes books that are filled with cross genres, but no matter the genre her books are filled with amazing stories. 

Ginger first started writing poems and short stories in middle school. It wasn’t until a few years ago that she looked into getting some of her works published.

When she’s not writing, Ginger enjoys spending time with her husband, Danny, and taking photos of wildlife.

Ginger is a very down to Earth author. She is very approachable and SUPER funny. Every time her and I talk, I always get a chuckle or two out of the conversation (usually more than two…seriously, she is funny!) She is also a person who gives me inspiration. 

Her books are creative, suspenseful, romantic, and have humor spread throughout. (There is usually a feisty female within the pages too) This is how I would describe her as well. Great books! Great author!

 

You can find her on Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – Snapchat – Blog – Amazon

 

Send all questions and inquiries to authorgingerelinburg@gmail.com

 

 

 

I know a lot of readers are skeptical to read a book from an author they are unfamiliar with. That is understandable. Ginger also understands this. That is why her book Wicked Welcome is free. Wicked Welcome is the first book to her Wicked Series. So get a taste of her writing and grab your copy of Wicked Welcome today.

 

 

One phone call was all it took to change her life forever.

When Morgan gets the house of her dreams, she never suspected it would become the house from her nightmares.

As strange events begin to unfold, she starts to question her own sanity.

Morgan couldn’t control the shiver that was coursing through her body, as she remembered how her friend, Maddison, had pulled fists full of her own hair out by the roots. By the time they had gotten her restrained, she had nothing left but a bloody scalp with a few clumps of hair hanging on thin strips of flesh.

Morgan shook her head to clear her thoughts. “No, I don’t think I’m crazy.

At least… not yet anyway.”

 

 

 

She’s the one you know you can count on.

The one who will drop everything, just to be by your side when you need her.

The one who answers your calls at three a.m. and never complains.

She’s also the one who lays in bed at night, alone, crying herself to sleep.

The one who swallows her tears before answering your call.

The one who loves beyond reason, even when it hurts her.

She is your Always Girl.

Always Girl

 

 

 

When she said, ‘I do’, she meant forever.

The man who promised her forever, failed to mention he was already married.

Vicious, full of malicious intent, born with the desire to kill.

Be careful who you share your bed with…

They just might be the last face you see.

Whispered Deceit

 

 

 

 

As always, Happy Reading & XoXo,

S.E.Isaac

 

 

 

Dragons Stole My Heart!

Lately, I have been busy with project after project. I had started reading a book by Josette Reuel called Finding the Dragon (Dasreach Council Novel 1). I usually prefer not to read long books. This book has 364 pages. But honestly, before the end of the first chapter, I knew I wasn’t going to stop reading it. Or so I thought. I had to take a pause so that I could work on a project. I don’t like to read other books, while I am working on writing a current book of my own. So project after project goes by. This book is still sitting back on the shelf (e-shelf). Finally, I catch a break. Pick up the book and did NOT stop reading it until it was done! OMG! I feel robbed by life for not allowing me to read it sooner! Front to back this book is really good.

The storyline is unique in it’s own. There are 13 men, who have been fated a destiny. Kai Darrow is one with a fated destiny. He’s the complete package with handsome, being a gentleman and charming being the top three things to love about him. Did I mention he shifts into a dragon? Yes! A dragon! And, he definitely takes the reader on one hell of a ride!

Kai and his dragon’s destiny becomes to come true, when he crosses paths with Alvena Anderson. She is a lovable character as well. She reminds me of a younger me. The type who loves to read. (I still do) She isn’t as outspoken as most nor does she like to draw attention to herself.  Out of the readers/friends in Book Worms (that’s what they call themselves. A group of women from all over the world who read books, and chat about them & life online.

The Book Worms is what leads Alvena to the smoldering Kai and his dragon. Kai knows that she is the one- his mate. However, Alvena thinks otherwise. I mean, how would you react if your mini vacation ends up with bad guys chasing you and your friends down; big bad sexy men coming to your rescue; ending up having to split up with your friends; are on the run from some heavily armed bad guys; you’re on the run partner is a sexy stranger!?!?! Oh, and he can shift into a dragon, says that you are his mate, and that they needs her. Yeah. It was a whirlwind for Alvena too. I mean, wouldn’t you think you were dreaming or were under a serious heavy duty drug? The bad guys alone would have had me questioning my sanity.

Emotions run wild in this book. You can see the difference in emotions between Kai and Alvena. His confidence and her doubtful self. He is filled with love for her and she thinks he is nuts & just wants to go home.

Then we get to the best part (well, it’s actually all the ‘best part’ to be fair). The steaminess turns up in this book. Like makes a dragon’s breath feel like frostbite. A factor that I like about the author is how she controls the steaminess. Readers with different tastes of heat level in books can all appreciate the way it’s written in this book and enjoy them.

I could go on and on about this book. However, I would end up doing spoilers and that’s no fun for anyone.

I am off to read Accepting the Bear (Dasreach Council Novels Book 2).

 

 

#UFC229

McGregor, we have all been there. Naptime is naptime. Nighty night. 

For your safety…

For your safety, do not make eye contact with my middle son. **For those who don’t read my blogs usually, he is my son with autism, mood disorder, going through puberty and monitored for schizophrenia.**  Keep your head down. Even an accidental glance can get your head ripped off like T-Rex did in Jurassic Park. If you run into this creature, lower your head and slowly walk backwards to where you came from. Again, avoid eye contact!!!!!

If the said son engages conversation with you, just agree to whatever so you can quickly escape the room. He is very very emotional the past week. I am not sure what has shifted in his schedule. I know the teacher said they got new students on Monday, but maaaaaaaan, is it really the new students triggering him? He has been hell of wheels. Yesterday, I had to go pick him up after school because he decided to throw a 2-year old, diva tantrum & refused to get on the bus. ( My blood sugar level was high & I was still in my pajamas. Booty shorts and a tank top. Needless to say, I threw a lava-lava on and made my way to school. I am sure I scared those in the office. **Shrugs**)

The time between him finishing getting ready for school until the bus arrived was like walking on eggshells while waiting for a ticking time bomb to go off. He spent about an hour complaining about how much he hated school, which teachers he despised, and why school sucked. I went parent mode and explained why he needed to just deal with it. (I didn’t use those words. Otherwise, I would have needed a spray water filled with holy water) 

I didn’t realize they actually sold this!!! Comes in different sizes for your convenience. https://conjurework.com/product/holy-...

 

I am currently sitting on pins and needles waiting for a call from the school. I gave him his medications at 6am instead of 430 am. I am hoping the meds will keep him more relaxed at school. However, last year, I had to do 430 am because he was falling asleep during class. SIGH. It’s never easy. Being a special needs parent is a trial & error (Hell, parenting in general.). Special needs parenting isn’t a cake walk. There are medication trials to see which one is the best fit. Doctor trials to see which one best suits your son. (My son needs a Family Care Provider, Optometrist, Podiatrist, and a Podiatrist specialist for his braces that they are making as we speak) Finding the perfect teacher is like trying to get a Lamborghini for the price of a happy meal at McDonalds. My son is hell on teachers. He has had some amazing teachers, but he doesn’t think so. One of the few he has listened to was 6’5”+, linebacker built, man. But that teacher went on emergency leave so my son got shifted to a new class and my son hasn’t liked school since. (This was last year by the way.) My son does better with tall black male teachers or thick Polynesian women. (I think because usually, they are tough love teachers. My husband is Samoan. My son doesn’t play around with him. lol) But I can’t exactly go to an IEP meeting and request one or the other. People will think I am racist (I am a plus size, biracial woman by the way for those readers just now tuning in), plus it’s hard to come by teachers in special education with those characteristics.

Hopefully, my son mellows out again so that school isn’t dragged through hell because of my son. [image error]

It can only get better right?

Happy Reading & XoXo,

S.E.Isaac

Hang in there, Madea & Lovelies!

 

 

It may only be Tuesday but remember that you are one beautiful, awesome, amazing, badass! Do great things, lovelies!

 

Happy Reading & XoXo,

S.E.Isaac

 

 

 

Different accents…

Anyone else find themselves using different accents when they talk to different people? I do it unintentionally. I had suspected that I did it, but today, while talking to my eight year old made it official!!!

 

My husband is full Samoan and from Samoa. You know Samoa, the place they work their asses off, get their asses beaten by their elders if they do wrong Samoa. lol Well, then I talk to him on the phone, I noticed I do more of an island accent/talk. I blame him for the way he talks and also blame me for living in Hawaii for a year+. LOL But my biggest accent kicks in when I talk to my eight year old.

The more he pisses me off about something, the heavier my Southern mama voice kicks in. Please, note, that I don’t normally have a Southern mama voice. LOL. This morning takes the cake. He was being such a brat about getting ready for school. I took his computer away for his attitude and my “voice” began. “Christopher Aiden, I’m not going to tell you again!” (Try saying that in a Southern mama voice. It’s a hoot! HA!) Well, I ended up telling “Christopher Aiden” a few more times. He lost his computer, his phone, and a list of other items each ‘attitude’ he had. The use of his name with a Southern mama drawl made me giggle each time, but being ‘mom’ I had to play it cool and keep my angry face on.

Anyone else get an accent when they get emotional? Or am I simply a weirdo?

 

Happy Reading & XoXo,

S.E>Isaac

 

 

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Survey says…

I have become this! Maaaan! Where did my self-discipline go? I use to be so good at staying on tasks, sticking to schedules, and keeping motivated.

I don’t even know, if I can blame my excuse/blah mode on my depression. Is this just how I am now? Maybe it’s because I don’t work anymore or don’t have any friends around…SEE! More excuses. I haven’t worked since last September (due to my son) and I haven’t had a friend live near by since 2013! Sigh. I need to give myself a swift kick in the ass. Like seriously. This is becoming pathetic.

I need to make a schedule for myself. It feels weird to make one, since I don’t work, but I think this is going to be the ONLY way to get my ass back in gear. As long as I can stick to it…even if it’s at least sticking to it ‘somewhat’ with the hopes of one day sticking to it completely (LOL).

In other news…

Still not a famous author. Drats! I had hoped I’d become one by now. (HA!) Those who know me and/or my books, know that I HATE writing long books. When my books start reaching 50k words, I start thinking of ways to kill off all of the characters so I can end it. Which is awkward because I am a ROMANCE author. lol

However, I need to push past 50k. At least try to write another one again that is past 50k. I haven’t done it in a while…an enjoyed it. Time for change. Especially, since I notice that readers of romance seem to like LONGER books. I’m not sure why. Personally, as a reader of romance, longer becomes boring to me. This is probably why I don’t write long books.

What do you guys think? Any of you out there read romance? Do you like LONG stories or are you okay with a Novella. Not too long…not too short…and only $0.99 ?

Happy Reading & XoXo,

S.E.Isaac

 

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Enough said…