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July 22, 2012
“Dark Sentinels” Book Tour, Day Five!
Hi, Everybody! Please join us as the “Dark Sentinels” book tour continues tomorrow! Come over and see us tomorrow at Katie Jennings, site! Just got my new author page at Amazon, too. Please drop by and “like” my page if you get a chance, but more importantly, please “like” & “tag” the “Dark Sentinels” page. The entire tour schedule is posted at my blogger site. Again, hope to see you there 
July 20, 2012
“Dark Sentinels” Book Tour! Characterization Recipe
Hi! I’m hanging out with Angel Graham again, today! Today, in addition to talking about “Dark Sentinels,” I’m sharing one of my favorite characterization frameworks. With this groundbreaking personality indicator, used by psychologists throughout the world, building unique, multi-dimensional characters is at your fingertips.
Winner of the first drawing, a $10.00 E-gift card to Bath and Body Works, is Danita Minnis! My very objective “sweetie” did the drawing, and the other names were returned to my golden pouch for the drawing tomorrow Special thanks to everyone who has already stopped by to “like” and “tag” “Dark Sentinels.” I really appreciate the support. I’m still requesting that everyone who has a few seconds go to my “Dark Sentinels”page at Amazon and “like” and “tag” it! Oh, and don’t forget to check my blogger site to keep up with the tour schedule 
The first prize drawing is today, so comment, comment.
Day Three – “Dark Sentinels” Virtual Book Tour
I’m visiting Adonis Devereux and Angel Graham today! Like I said yesterday, Angel’s actually on schedule for Saturday, but she’s extremely creative, so she’s rigged up something cool for both today and tomorrow. Special thanks to everyone who has already stopped by to “like” and “tag” “Dark Sentinels.” I really appreciate the support. I’m still requesting that everyone who has a few seconds go to my “Dark Sentinels”page at Amazon and “like” and “tag” it! Oh, and don’t forget to check my blogger site to keep up with the tour schedule The first prize drawing is today, so comment, comment.
July 19, 2012
Day Three – “Dark Sentinels” Book Tour!
Hi Everyone! Yesterday was great at Danita Minnis’ site! I’ll announce the first prize winners this Friday and Saturday, so stay tuned! Today, “Dark Sentinels” is front page news at World Literary Cafe! Please stop by if you get a chance. Mark your calendars for Friday. I’ll be visiting Adonis Devereux and Angel Graham. Angel’s actually on schedule for Saturday, but she’s extremely creative, so she’s rigged up something cool for both Friday and Saturday. Special thanks to everyone who has already stopped by to “like” and “tag” my new release. I’m still requesting that everyone who has a few seconds go to my “Dark Sentinels”page at Amazon and “like” and “tag” it! Oh, and don’t forget to check my blogger site to keep up with the tour schedule
July 18, 2012
Day Two of the “Dark Sentinels” Blog Tour At Danita Minnis’ Site!
Hi Everyone! Yesterday, we had a good time at Tricia Schneider’s blog site! I’m putting names in my little golden pouch for random prizes. Next up, Danita Minnis’ site. Hope to see you there. Also, thanks to Beth Trissel, I’m requesting that everyone who has a few seconds go over to my “Dark Sentinels”page at Amazon and “like” and “tag” it! Oh, and don’t forget to check my blogger site to keep up with the tour schedule
July 16, 2012
“Sable” – “Dark Sentinels” Release Tour!
I’m on a virtual book tour for the next six weeks! Come join me and tell all your friends! My tour schedule is posted at my blogger spot, so you can find out where I’ll be each tour day. I’ll be talking about the book a lot, but I’ll also be answering interview questions and you’ll even get a chance to meet some of my sexy characters (Sable, expecially). If you want to check out the book at Amazon or B&N, go right ahead. A few lucky supporters will win copies of my first “Dark Sentinels” book. Hope to see you around the web
July 14, 2012
Review: Descension by B.C. Burgess
“Descension” is actually two love stories in one – we have present day Layla, a witch who doesn’t know she’s a witch, and Quinn, the strikingly handsome stranger who has loved her his entire life, and later we learn of their ancestors, Rhosewen (Rose) and Aedan, powerful bonded witches in their own right. This epic story got off to a rather slow start, but I was grateful to have been patient for once. Descension continued to gain momentum once Layla and Quinn met, and I was hesitant to put it done from then on.
Burgess chooses to introduce us to Layla, a 21 year old witch, just months after the death of her adoptive mother. Layla is soon led to uproot, leaving her exceptionally sheltered existence to embark on a quest for self-discovery. She meets Quinn, a chivalrous hotty who not only makes her feel things she’s never felt before, but guides her to her Wiccan history. Through him, she learns for the first time that she was adopted as a baby, has an entire family/coven in another state, a rather vivid history, and a whole lot of catching up to do. Oh, and there’s a villain on her trail who had a hand in the deaths of her biological parents.
In addition to the lovers, a bevy of colorful, mostly likeable supporting characters and hateable villains allow the reader to step into her world for the duration of the story. Burgess has woven two sweet love stories into a web of witchcraft, murder, and plain old scornful craziness. With the exception of the somewhat slow start, I really enjoyed “Descension,” and came to genuinely care about the characters. I was especially impressed by Burgess’ ability to weave the two love stories seamlessly. I recommend this book to both YA and adult readers – 4 stars.
Review: Descensnion by B.C. Burgess
“Descension” is actually two love stories in one – we have present day Layla, a witch who doesn’t know she’s a witch, and Quinn, the strikingly handsome stranger who has loved her his entire life, and later we learn of their ancestors, Rhosewen (Rose) and Aedan, powerful bonded witches in their own right. This epic story got off to a rather slow start, but I was grateful to have been patient for once. Descension continued to gain momentum once Layla and Quinn met, and I was hesitant to put it done from then on.
Burgess chooses to introduce us to Layla, a 21 year old witch, just months after the death of her adoptive mother. Layla is soon led to uproot, leaving her exceptionally sheltered existence to embark on a quest for self-discovery. She meets Quinn, a chivalrous hotty who not only makes her feel things she’s never felt before, but guides her to her Wiccan history. Through him, she learns for the first time that she was adopted as a baby, has an entire family/coven in another state, a rather vivid history, and a whole lot of catching up to do. Oh, and there’s a villain on her trail who had a hand in the deaths of her biological parents.
In addition to the lovers, a bevy of colorful, mostly likeable supporting characters and hateable villains allow the reader to step into her world for the duration of the story. Burgess has woven two sweet love stories into a web of witchcraft, murder, and plain old scornful craziness. With the exception of the somewhat slow start, I really enjoyed “Descension,” and came to genuinely care about the characters. I was especially impressed by Burgess’ ability to weave the two love stories seamlessly. I recommend this book to both YA and adult readers – 4 stars.
July 9, 2012
Featured Guests On Blogger Site
Mark your calendars! My featured guests for this week’s Book Talk Wednesday are Britt Bury and Patti Roberts! Everything is paranormal. Britt is sharing an excerpt from “The Darkest Day,” and Patti is sharing a book trailer and some freebies from her “Paradox series.” Stop by and check them out! You won’t want to miss it
July 7, 2012
Worth Their Weight In Gold!
After signing a series with Red Rose Publishing earlier this year, I realized there was a gaping hole in my support system. Some call them Beta readers, critique groups, or just readers. Whatever the title may be, these people are the necessary back-bone of any great book. It is through their comments, concerns, questions, and occasional cheers, that the writer develops a more objective sense of her work. No one, no matter how wonderfully experienced, can honestly critique her/his own story – it is simply too close to the heart. We know exactly what we want to convey from scene to scene, but whether or not we hit the mark is beyond us without a loyal cadre of dedicated readers. These wonderful people are worth their weight in gold!
Over the past few months, I have requested assistance via e-mail as needed. Then, while perusing Rachelle Ayala’s blog, it dawned on me that it would make much more sense to create a group! Don’t ask why it didn’t occur to me before, but hey, better late than…you know what I mean. This said, I am officially launching the “Series Critique Crew.” A group of exceptionally intelligent people who have agreed to read my drafts as I work on them. Avid readers with honest opinions, their presence will definitely increase my productivity. I’ll be sending out invitations in a few days.
The first book in the “Dark Sentinels” series is ready for release, just on hold until I complete some paperwork. Of course, the newly formed Crew will receive free books to all series publications. Since I’m working on three different series at the moment, there’s lots of writing and reading to be done J
