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September 15, 2021
Feature: “Dead Cat, Run” by Annabelle Lewis
Dead Cat, Run
Annabelle Lewis
Publication date: February 21st 2021
Genres: Adult, Mystery, Thriller
You’re where you’re meant to be. Run, if you can.
High school senior Jenny Gallagher’s psychic abilities have made life in her small New England town rocky. Her premonitions and déjà vu have given her a reputation, one she’s not happy with. Tragedy is about to strike, however, and oddly, this time, she doesn’t see it coming. Is her gift betraying her?
Not far from Jenny, Wellesley Professor Maximus Dyer also has a gift—a painful and useless one. His ability to see the past has brought him insight into history, but otherwise, he’s never known what to make of it. The psychic shocks he receives through his unprotected hands have made any genuine human relationships beyond his grasp. Then someone who doesn’t trigger a vision enters his life—a dog?
Sidrah Keeling runs determinedly optimistic throughout her life, trying hard not to ask the big questions about why. Her foresight, her ability to see glimpses of the future in her dreams, often drives her to follow a path she doesn’t understand. Alert and listening, with the guardrails of security she’s erected in place, she’s forced again to follow her dreams. This time to a man. Who is he?
Lurking deep in his sensory deprivation tank, Turner Black sees it all. Born out of the great chaos of time, he once again feels the forces of good gathering to move against him. Not in this life. This time, his darkness will reign supreme. The hunt for his antithesis will begin again now. He can’t wait to feel his opponent in destiny bleed.
A fast-paced contemporary mystery thriller with a supernatural hierarchy, Dead Cat, Run will keep you up all night, glued to your seat.
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September 13, 2021
Tribute to the AlphaCara Wylde(Alma Venus Shifter Brides...
Tribute to the Alpha
Cara Wylde
(Alma Venus Shifter Brides #0.5)
Publication date: March 31st 2021
Genres: Adult, Paranormal, Romance
The war between humans and shapeshifters must end. There has been too much bloodshed, and it’s time for the factions to sign a peace treaty. But there is one man, one wolf warrior, who does not want peace. Not even when humans would be forced to provide shifters with brides to bear them heirs. Ruarc Bloodmoon is not interested in a willing human bride. All he wants is power.
Alma is the only daughter of the future representative of the human faction, and she is ready to sacrifice herself to keep her loved ones safe. Ruarc will listen to no one and negotiate with no one, but maybe he will, if she offers herself to him. If she becomes the first shifter bride in history, maybe he will finally see that peace is the only way for humans and shifters to move forward.
Note from the author: This is a prequel to the Alma Venus Shifter-Brides series, which currently has four completed novels and various bonus novellas available on Amazon. The series is complete, and ready for you to devour.
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September 10, 2021
Books-N-Eats Feature: “Tiger’s Last Chance” by Christina Lynn Lambert
Tiger’s Last Chance (Stranger Creatures book 3)
Author: Christina Lynn Lambert
Genre: Paranormal Romance, Steamy with lots of suspense
Blurb/Synopsis for Tiger’s Last Chance
While working a case, Sean Whitman is tortured for information, drugged, and bitten against his will by a shape shifter. The fallout ruins his career. Needing a fresh start, he leaves town and opens a private investigation business. Learning to live life sober isn’t easy, but he makes it to the two-year mark.
When Detective Nikki Jackson with the Great Oaks, Virginia Police Department calls him to ask for his help as a consultant on a case, he’s captivated by her sweet, slightly Southern voice. In person, she’s unlike any other woman he’s encountered, and nearly impossible to resist. But could the sexy detective ever want a man like him?
After Nikki’s last dating disaster, the mountain lion shifter has sworn off men. Then she meets Sean, and with every second she spends around the tall, dark-eyed man, her resolve crumbles. Despite the undeniable attraction between them, Sean seems determined to push her away.
An investigation into missing refugees leads Nikki to the discovery of a radical political group’s horrifying plot for dominance. Traitors are embedded within the very organizations meant to keep shifters safe. As the list of people she can trust dwindles, she calls on Sean to help her unravel a web of deceit.
As Nikki and Sean fight for survival, his fear of losing her could become a reality. Will he get one last chance to show her he loves her?
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September 8, 2021
Spotlight: “Forever Winter” by Amber Daulton
Publisher: Daulton PublishingRelease Date: October 5th, 2021
Genre: Historical Romance
ASIN: B09976Q87J
Length: 15k
Heat Rating: SweetBlurb
A perfect Christmas wedding, a snowstorm, and a shocking secret. What could go wrong?
Susanna Lorican must marry the man she loves before the truth is discovered, or face the gossip of the ton. With an unexpected snowstorm injuring the minister, her future hangs in the balance.
Viscount Camden Beckinworth vows to keep his bride safe, even if he must betray her confidence. When their love is put to the test, how will he uphold her honor without jeopardizing his own?
– Warning: this sweet, complete Regency romance novella features a brief scene where the heroine is assaulted.
– Second edition. Newly revised and edited.
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#MFRWHooks: “Gideon’s Light: Orlosian Warriors Bk. 3”
Gideon always thought he’d be the last to fall. His life depended on it.
Iris Johnson is a brilliant astrophysicist who has always believed in keeping her emotions under wraps. Adopted as a baby, she has never felt truly loved. After a terrible accident and a failed relationship, she swore off men, content with working long hours and stargazing.
Born nearly 200 years ago, Gideon is an Orlosian Warrior, a descendant of angels, and in his world the ratio of men to women is 500 to 1. Willful, insubordinate, and impetuous, he is one of the most feared seekers – elite law enforcers – because of his exceptional ability to kill.
When Gideon is severely injured in battle, his contact with Iris puts her life in danger and awakens desires he has never known. To save her, he will have to make impossible choices, commit a cardinal sin, and break the law he has sworn to uphold and defend.
***Note to Reader***
For the best reading experience, it is suggested that you read “Calm Assurance: Orlosian Warriors Bk. 1,” “Destiny’s Favor: Orlosian Warriors Bk. 2,” and “Outreach: An Orlosian Warriors Novella,” first. Primary characters from these 3 books play a prominent role in book three. This book includes updates from previous books and a bonus excerpt/update from “Outreach,” Jaci’s and Andreus’ story. Must be 18+. Contains explicit love scenes, violence, and profanity.
September 6, 2021
Books-N-Eats Feature: “No Mere Mortal” by Amara Dey
NO MERE MORTAL – Decagon Book 1
By Amara Dey
SynopsisVenus Myles, orphaned at birth, is a London-based
dance teacher and unaware of her divine lineage – that is until a strange
encounter thrusts her into a world of gods and magic.
She learns from Bolt, a disgraced deity from the
planet Decagon, that she is his realm’s savior, and a passionate connection
sizzles between them. But when Bolt
unexpectedly disappears, a determined Venus travels to Decagon to find him and
learn more about her destiny.
Assuming, of course, she can escape the powerful and
deadly witch Ansa, who wants her dead, find Bolt, and tap into her dormant
magical abilities.
And do it in time to stop an apocalypse that will
destroy her, Bolt, his world, and his kind.(https://www.amaradey.uk)
NO MERE MORTAL – Decagon Book 1By Amara DeySynopsisVen...
NO MERE MORTAL – Decagon Book 1
By Amara Dey
SynopsisVenus Myles, orphaned at birth, is a London-based
dance teacher and unaware of her divine lineage – that is until a strange
encounter thrusts her into a world of gods and magic.
She learns from Bolt, a disgraced deity from the
planet Decagon, that she is his realm’s savior, and a passionate connection
sizzles between them. But when Bolt
unexpectedly disappears, a determined Venus travels to Decagon to find him and
learn more about her destiny.
Assuming, of course, she can escape the powerful and
deadly witch Ansa, who wants her dead, find Bolt, and tap into her dormant
magical abilities.
And do it in time to stop an apocalypse that will
destroy her, Bolt, his world, and his kind.(https://www.amaradey.uk)
August 10, 2021
#MFRWhooks: Orlosian Warriors Limited Edition Boxed set
July 29, 2021
Soul Deep Silver Dagger Tour
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Soul DeepPerspectives on Race, Relationships, Social Justice and HopeGenre: Non-Fiction Memoir AnthologyWith stories by USA Today and International Bestselling Authors:S.M. Troye, Raven Banks, Angela Kay Austin, Kim Golden,Delizhia Jenkins, N.D. Jones, Lee Mariano, Traci Wooden-Carlisleforward by Aldine C. Clarke
“Soul Deep”— Perspectives on Race, Relationships, Social Justice, and Hope – offers a soul baring excavation into the lives of eight African American women. Born, raised, and educated in the United States, the authors currently live in eight states and three countries. Despite differences in personality, lifestyle, skin color, hair texture, regional vernacular, and geographic location, they share a significant and life changing common bond—Their ethnicity.At one or more points in each woman’s life, she found herself in toxic environments teeming with an undeniable message. This language was spoken in a manner they will never forget— The language of hate.These women—mothers, daughters, sisters, wives, musicians, artists, professors, educators, and entrepreneurs share a collective, intense desire to make a difference with their truth. Personal experiences that only they can share. Experiences that are often painful, vile, confusing, hurtful, and deeply rooted not only in the fabric of who they are, but in the ongoing, systematic practices of our society and repercussions of our past – the perpetuation of exploitation, greed, denial, and a criminal sense of misguided entitlement.In this compilation of short essays and memoirs, these writers, including USA Today bestselling and award-winning authors, re-examine their hearts and minds under the microscope of racism. If you have ever felt marginalized or oppressed, their voices will enlighten and resonate with you.
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Tour ScheduleSilver Dagger Book Tours
Soul Deep ScheduleThese are direct hyperlinks to the blogs, to open them, you can either hit Ctrl+click OR right click and choose “open hyperlink”The tour schedule will be posted on my site as well, feel free to direct readers over there! The first link to my page will take you directly to the post, but will not be live until 3am CST on the first day of the tour – it will 404 you until then!! Jul 27 kickoff at Silver Dagger Book ToursMusings of an Independent Artist Jul 28 Literary GoldTwisted Book Ramblings Jul 29 #BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee BlogSadie’s Spotlight Jul 30 A Pinch of BookdustMomma Says: To Read or Not to Read Aug 2 Writing Dreams Aug 3 Books a Plenty Book Reviews Aug 4 United Indie Book Blog Aug 5 Books all things paranormal and romance Aug 6 Girl with Pen Aug 9 Inside the Insanity Aug 10 The Sexy Nerd ‘Revue’ Aug 11 eBook Addicts Aug 12 Midnight Book Reader Aug 13 Scrupulous Dreams Aug 16 The Book Dragon Aug 17 I Read What You Write Aug 18 The Faerie Review Aug 19 The Bookshelf Fairy Aug 20 Liliyana Shadowlyn Aug 21 A Wonderful World of Words Aug 23 Cover Love Book BlogCraving Lovely Books Aug 24 Insane BooksMusings From An Addicted Reader Aug 25 Bedazzled By BooksStormy Nights Reviewing & Bloggin’ Aug 26 nanasbookreviewsSylv.net Aug 27 Teatime and BooksValerie Ullmer | Romance Author
July 27, 2021
Soul Deep: Perspectives on Race, Relationships, Social Justice, and Hope
Soul DeepPerspectives on Race, Relationships, Social Justice and HopeGenre: Non-Fiction Memoir AnthologyWith stories by USA Today and International Bestselling Authors:S.M. Troye, Raven Banks, Angela Kay Austin, Kim Golden,Delizhia Jenkins, N.D. Jones, Lee Mariano, Traci Wooden-Carlisleforward by Aldine C. Clarke
“Soul Deep”— Perspectives on Race, Relationships, Social Justice, and Hope – offers a soul baring excavation into the lives of eight African American women. Born, raised, and educated in the United States, the authors currently live in eight states and three countries. Despite differences in personality, lifestyle, skin color, hair texture, regional vernacular, and geographic location, they share a significant and life changing common bond—Their ethnicity.At one or more points in each woman’s life, she found herself in toxic environments teeming with an undeniable message. This language was spoken in a manner they will never forget— The language of hate.These women—mothers, daughters, sisters, wives, musicians, artists, professors, educators, and entrepreneurs share a collective, intense desire to make a difference with their truth. Personal experiences that only they can share. Experiences that are often painful, vile, confusing, hurtful, and deeply rooted not only in the fabric of who they are, but in the ongoing, systematic practices of our society and repercussions of our past – the perpetuation of exploitation, greed, denial, and a criminal sense of misguided entitlement.In this compilation of short essays and memoirs, these writers, including USA Today bestselling and award-winning authors, re-examine their hearts and minds under the microscope of racism. If you have ever felt marginalized or oppressed, their voices will enlighten and resonate with you.
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