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Author Spotlight – AC Jade

AC JADE was born and raised in the Island of The Philippines. She is a true romantic at heart.  Her passion for traveling and exploring made her write her first novel.  AC JADE loves to write steamy romantic stories with the emotional roller coaster that leads to happy ever after ending. Her sizzling stories will … Continue reading Author Spotlight – AC Jade →

Author Spotlight – Iris Sweetwater

Iris Sweetwater grew up in the south in a large family. She began writing when she was only four years old, finding a special love for poetry and telling crazy stories. As an adult, she spent a lot of time in the marketing world before finding her niche in ghostwriting and editing. Finally, she got … Continue reading Author Spotlight – Iris Sweetwater →

Author Spotlight – WR Peden

[image error]WR Peden is a relatively new author with his very first novella being published on July 1st, 2017. He is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and has served in Operation Iraqi and Operation Enduring Freedom as well as become a volunteer Fire Fighter for his local community. Will is also a father of 2 girls and a husband to his lovely wife Donna.

Will has been writing since 2000 starting as a teenager writing role-playing scenarios for the electronic wrestling federation’s he was a part of. From there he took his imagination to the next level in 2010 opening up his own Graphic Design Company. His designs have been seen worldwide from well known professional wrestling companies in Australia to the internationally known National Wrestling Alliance as the head of Marketing. Will has also done work for the former Indoor Football League team of the Billings Wolves, being the only small business entity working with that team, as well as worked with former WWE/TNA wrestling star and American Ninja Warrior Contestant Zach Gowen and has even has his commercial flyer work published on the back cover of Pro Wrestling Illustrated!

During his time with the National Wrestling Alliance, Will picked his passion for writing back up and was not only the designer, producer and layout editor, but he was also an article author for the National Wrestling Alliance Ringside Magazine from 2014-2015 (Available Here). After the magazine closed Will continued writing news stories for several wrestling companies and for the NWA until his departure in late 2015.

In the summer of 2016 Will decided to start the beginning stages of what was to eventually become Book 1 – Soldiers of ZED. Although it has taken over a year to come through, Will took every precaution and step to make sure that this novel is successful.

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Cordell Banks finds himself without his family or any memory of recent events. He stands alone in a world gone mad. what has happened to the world? He ventures out into the zombie filled Ozarks of Missouri with survival and locating his family as his only concern now. He meets a quasi-military organization who claim to be the only hope and a young kid who has no idea what is going on with no survival skills but becomes one of Cordell’s greatest assets.

Soon Cordell will meets the quasi-military organization’s leader ZED who is a most unusual being with a shaded past. Will he accept their commission to fight the Zombies threatening to destroy the rest of the world or Will he stay a lone wolf on his quest to find his family?

This apocalyptic, gory existence cannot be the end. No, this is only the beginning to what is the Tripton-Z Series.







Amazon Reviews!

ONE GREAT NEW AUTHOR, THIS BOOK IS ONE GREAT READ!!!!

What a super book, Cordell Banks & DJ are just the best characters, I seriously love them. Cordell wakes up with no memory of his family or how he got where he did. He meets and saves a young man named DJ, whom he takes on his quest to find his family, his wife & 2 daughters, that he knows are missing just not where or why and during a Zombie Apocalypse. Cowell comes upon 2 different groups and neither are not all they say or seem. With flashbacks coming more often, he realizes so much more is wrong & that one of the groups took his wife and children but left him behind. As he begins to find out more, knowing he can only trust DJ, he does what he must to make sure they will have what is needed to survive. With one surprise after another, WR Peden has written one great first book and I am so very much waiting for #2, as this is one book I would highly recommend to all, deserving of the 5 stars I gave it. Here’s hoping we don’t have long to wait…

AN ENJOYABLE DEBUT NOVEL!

Yes, this is another zombie book but it has some interesting twists to it that I really enjoyed. Cordell Banks wakes up with no memory of what has happened to his wife and 2 daughters and he definitely has no clue as to what has happened to the world as he knew it.

He has run-ins with 2 different groups who seem to have a dislike for each other for some strange reason. He rescues a young man named DJ and they fight for survival while trying to figure out who to trust while looking for his family.

This is the debut novel by this author and I look forward to reading more of his work.

My only complaint is the editing could have been done better as the grammar needs work, but I do recommend this book to anyone who enjoys the zombie/horror genre.




 
Way to Follow WR Peden:

Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/WR-Peden/e/B072QRFY44

Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072Q2L4RB

Goodreads – https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35522638-soldiers-of-zed

Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/WRPeden

Facebook – http://facebook.com/soldiersofzed

Website: http://www.Hawkstarent.com/wr-peden

Author Spotlight – Renee Lee Fisher

[image error]Renee Lee Fisher is a Best Selling Author.

An Author that has the passion for putting her pen and ideas to paper. A pure romance junkie and she loves to tell stories. She was an English Major of LaSalle University and always wanted to be a writer. From the past years of published writings/poems/lyrics/childrens’ stories and wedding ceremonies, Renee continues pushing forward with her creativity.

Currently she is finishing up THE HEARTBEAT SERIES which are Contemporary Rock themed Romance Novels titled (ROCK NOTES, LOVE NOTES, MUSIC NOTES, FIRST BEAT, FIRST BASS and FIRST TASTE) and then an added bonus to the series a stand alone novel BLU FALCONE.

THE CROSSING SERIES: THE KNOT HOLE, THE PASSAGE and THE MUSE are time traveling romance stories that will take you on an endearing romantic tale from the present day to the past. The entire series is available.

DERAILED is a stand alone romance now available. Love changes everything in this sweet romantic suspense. Look for another romantic suspense DESTINED- Love worth believing to be coming soon.

Also she is writing DELICATE DESPAIR with a wonderful character Jovie and then RUINED a new stand alone novel… and many others to follow.

ARDEN WYLDE is also the Pen Name creation of Renee Lee Fisher to offer a tasting of romance novellas that are a bit more sexy, intriguing and Wylde. The first two coming soon are SECRET CRUSH and FLIRTINI to follow. Many more Arden Wylde novellas are planned.

Don’t look for Renee to stop writing anytime soon, she is like the Duracell Bunny that keeps going and going. She is said to only sleep four hours a night and continues to create many more story lines for the readers to enjoy.

To find out more go to her WEBSITE: http://www.reneeleefisher.com

Reach out to her at EMAIL: author@reneeleefisher.com

FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/ReneeLeeFisherAuthor

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/ReneeLeeFisher

INSTAGRAM:http://instagram.com/reneeleefisherauthor

Renee resides in Eagleville, PA. with her husband Michael, of many years and her two cats – Nyah and Cody. She has a great support system of Love from her family and friends.

Renee BELIEVES you should follow your DREAMS and that –

The HAPPIEST of people don’t have the best of everything,

they simply make the best of everything.

Renee loves to travel, especially to St. Martin – Netherland Antilles. She enjoys meeting new people to inspire her and she will always write down a person’s name that is unique to use as a potential character in her future writings.

Now for the books that we all love !

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When you get hit by it, you will know. Aubrey Tanner is married to her work. With her recent separation from long-time boyfriend and the town’s most eligible bachelor, she definitely isn’t looking for love. Working in her bakery keeps her busy, feeds her the town gossip, and pays the bills, all that she needs… At least until she finds herself under attack with no way to save herself.

You can’t see it, but it takes your breath away. Tate Manning travels where the leads take him, like a tourist town with a bakery full of sugary concoctions, the sweetest of which is the owner. In the right place, he pulls her out of harm’s way, allowing him to see through the town’s sleepy veneer to the crime running beneath the surface. Worse, Aubrey is unknowingly in the center of it all, and he can’t bear another innocent to be lost on his watch.

In that moment, love changes everything. Neither Aubrey nor Tate expects the temptation the other brings nor the complications. Aubrey must choose between the man that held her heart for years or the stranger who saves her from a bad situation. Unfortunately, Tate brings with him secrets and an agenda.

How will he choose between his mission of revenge and the woman who chases away the darkness?

Amazon Purchase Links

US – http://goo.gl/g0ghy2

UK – http://goo.gl/wdm34G

AU – http://goo.gl/H4ZVNm

CA – http://goo.gl/upj7ly

Book Trailer for Derailed

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When you get hit by it, you will know. Aubrey Tanner is married to her work. With her recent separation from long-time boyfriend and the town’s most eligible bachelor, she definitely isn’t looking for love. Working in her bakery keeps her busy, feeds her the town gossip, and pays the bills, all that she needs… At least until she finds herself under attack with no way to save herself.

You can’t see it, but it takes your breath away. Tate Manning travels where the leads take him, like a tourist town with a bakery full of sugary concoctions, the sweetest of which is the owner. In the right place, he pulls her out of harm’s way, allowing him to see through the town’s sleepy veneer to the crime running beneath the surface. Worse, Aubrey is unknowingly in the center of it all, and he can’t bear another innocent to be lost on his watch.

In that moment, love changes everything. Neither Aubrey nor Tate expects the temptation the other brings nor the complications. Aubrey must choose between the man that held her heart for years or the stranger who saves her from a bad situation. Unfortunately, Tate brings with him secrets and an agenda.

How will he choose between his mission of revenge and the woman who chases away the darkness?

 

 

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Release of London Moon

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Released June 26th, 2017 on Amazon Kindle

Gavin has learned a dark secret about Kloe Rice. It appears things have changed within her more than he thought. Gavin puts it aside and together they travel to London as the second stop on their trip to see the world. When they arrive in London things do not go as according to plan. For starters, Kloe is the only vampire on the streets of London. A local wolf pack leader may be the key to her answers as to why. She will find though everyone in London like many places she has traveled aren’t friendly to her kind but will her kindness and personality be enough to win them over when she needs those most?

Doctor Sean knows the secret about Kloe and wishes to study her in his laboratory. So he has Kloe kidnapped one morning and brought to him. While she is there he learns she is indeed pregnant which shouldn’t even be possible for Kloe and Doctor Sean wants the Answers…

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071JM3FW4/

If You Like Vampires & Werewolves You’ll Love This Book

This is the second book in the Kloe and Gavin Adventures series. In the first book about their world adventures they visited Paris. In this book they continue their travels and are in London. Kloe is a vampire and Gavin a lone werewolf who are in love. They haven’t found the acceptance from other vampires and werewolves that they expected. Lots of secrets between the two. The drama and action intensify when Kloe is kidnapped by the Dr and he discovers the impossible. She is pregnant. No spoiler here, but it’s a great story if you like reading about vampires and werewolves. Which I don’t especially but I even enjoyed this book.

Action Filled

If you enjoy stories of vampires battling werewolves, this book is for you. If you enjoy a love story of two opposites attracting, this book is for you. It was a nice enjoyable read with lots of suspense and action, as well as strong characters, all doing their best to survive and get along with one another, which of course, leads to more adventures.

Excellent Paranormal Read

I love paranormal books and this one is no exception. Beautifully written with great characters, London Moon will keep you engaged from page one until the end. If you enjoy paranormal reads, pick this one up and enjoy it!!!

Really Good Book, I Don’t Normally Read This Genre Of…

Really good book, I don’t normally read this genre of book but I was intrigued by the book from start to finish. I would recommend it.

 

A Great Erotic Read

We all have that neighbor we seriously loathe for one reason or another. However, what we do if we had to take that person to work as a favor to their husband who we think is an okay guy? Well, that is where we find Phillip at the beginning of this story but what happens next surprised even me. Sometimes the people we judge surprise us.

So what happens when you get the task of getting to work thy neighbors wife I mean gets to take her work? Well you will defiantly have to read this short erotic story and you will love it and the ending will make you smile as well.

Don’t judge a book by its cover or you will miss the sweet juicy story inside. I am glad I spent the $2.99

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By Iami N. Cognito

 

$2.99

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/691525

Burning Desires Erotic eBook Giveaway

Are you a lover of Erotic Romance or Menage Romance?

Well, I hope so because 40 authors including myself came together and are offering FREE novels, stories, and books for you.  If you want to check out these great reads just CLICK HERE

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Dont Miss Out!

Princess Dracula Swag

I had to post my pictures of this great Zip up hoodie advertising John Patrick Kennedy’s  book “Princess Dracula” which is #1 on Amazon Kindle currently. I won this from his swag party online and I have to say he has a great personality and he loves his readers. He gives out amazing swag items to his readers at online parties. His writing is amazing and the Princess Dracula series is a whole new take on vampires. It will blow your mind on how creative he is. I have read so many vampire books and never read anything like his or close. Its refreshing and being a writing in the same genre and subject I was blown away. If you love vampires then you need to pick up a copy for your kindle.

CLICK HERE to go to Amazon to get your copy.

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Changes

You may have noticed some changes on the my website. Basically I have added a mailing list to my newsletter that I am setting up that will offer a free book to those who sign up. I will use the newsletter for giveaways, updates, and eventually I will start asking for people who can get free copies who will review my books through the newsletter. There will be benefits to this and I want to thank you all ahead of time.  Thank you

Book Publishing

I am sitting here pondering  things. Those of us authors who have been in this writing, editing and publishing game for a while know about setbacks. I know we are supposed to take it on the chin and get up and keep going this I will. I found however getting London Moon to the publisher is taking so long due to so many setbacks. Some of these being my fault and some others. I also find life in general can throw a wrench in things. So when the day finally gets here and I get to release the novel in the series is will be overjoyed. When I get discouraged I think how sweet that moment will be and I find my strength and faith and carry on. I love writing for all of you and for me. Thank you