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Tell us about upcoming books, what are you releasing, or have recently released?
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Getting ready to self-publish my 8th book! Time Prisoners is actually the third book in a trilogy. It will be free for a few days and I'll let you know when to go grab the Kindle version. If you'd like to know a little more, visit http://www.Timeprisoners.com
All of these look great. Kelly, I like the excerpt. I hope the release goes well. I'll be rooting for you.
Jake, as a fellow New Jerseyan hello! I still cant get over the fact that you have close to 800 pages for only $.99. Is that a promotion or regular price?
My newest work, as yet to be named, follows the story of a little boy and his parents as they realize their house has been broken into. A thrilling story releasing right before halloween. I also have another free comic relasing on my website, TJChilders.com, around the same time.
My last release, Tornado, has been doing fairly well and I think you would enjoy it too!
Dustin, a young man on a journey, finds himself alone in a Midwestern town on the verge of one of the most catastrophic natural disasters to ever touch down. Tornado focuses on the encounters Dustin has as he makes his way into shelter and has to ride out the devastating storm. He meets an old trucker, a surly bartender, and a man referred to simply as, "The Drunk".
Mod
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A link to my fantasy novel, The Grove of the Sun on Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/The-Grove-Sun-P...From the product description:
"The Grove of the Sun" is the story of Order, Chaos, and one man's quest to save his land from destruction. Chimera is Ildanis's home, the only home he has ever known. Order rules Chimera, and Chimera relies on Order, and its elemental forces of Water and Earth. But Order cannot keep itself away from Chaos forever, nor can it avoid confrontation with Eventide, wielders of Chaos. Chimera cannot understand, does not want to understand, the forces of Fire and Air. But Ildanis sees what is hidden from plain sight - that Order and Chaos were separated through man's folly, and neither Order, nor Chaos, are as they claim to be.
My new young adult supernatural fantasy series is only 99 cents. http://www.amazon.com/The-Silent-Sold... Book 2 is due to release early 2014. Come check it out!!
Hey everyone!Just wanted to let you all know that I have now submitted my new novel, "Death on the Aisle", to Amazon and it is currently being reviewed. Once it has been reviewed and I have links to both Paperback and Kindle editions, I will post them here for you all to take a gander at. The Kindle edition will sell at a starting price of $5.99, and the Paperback edition will sell for $15.00, considering that this novel is much longer and more content-packed than "Online Innocence" was. I think you all will enjoy this book more because it's got action, suspense, romance, crime, and a great storyline to tie it all together. I hope you continue to spread the word about "Online Innocence", as I think it is a great read for young adults who venture into the world of online chatting.
Thanks!
Jamie
My name is Jeffrey Vollmer and I recently authored the Am-Nord Noir Novel: Faded Gray. Would love to share thoughts and talk Eurasian crime stories. Great reviews by peacecorpsworld.com Faded Gray
"Death on the Aisle" is still free to DL for Kindle for three more days! So if you haven't gotten it yet, go get your copy now! It is also available in Paperback.http://www.amazon.com/Death-Aisle-Jam... (Kindle)
https://www.createspace.com/4625726 (Paperback)
And also check out my other book, "Online Innocence", out on Kindle and Paperback
http://www.amazon.com/Online-Innocenc... (Kindle - $1.99)
https://www.createspace.com/4593192 (Paperback - $4.00)
Enjoy!
Hello, I am a new Arthur of a Teen Paranormal Fantasy Series. Wishful Deviltry is book 1 of The Wishful Series and is available on Amazon Kindle. A lot of my friends have read it and told me that it is really good, but I would love to hear other peoples opinion on my book. Book Description:
Each person inherits an ancient genetic code from their biological parents. Unfortunately, not all humans are created equal. For some humans like Karis Kenzie the lottery of genes give some people exceptional powers. Karis and her best friend, Kaleb, can not wait until they turn sixteen to see what powers life gives them and transfer to a new school that will teach them how to control their powers. Unfortunately, mutated creatures attack them before they get their powers and separated them from both their families. Suddenly, Karis and Kaleb are force to join a small group of teenagers that have powers to hide out at a school full of supernatural teenagers. Now they all have to survive a life altering event which will take them on a rollercoaster ride of emotions, jealously, romance, weapons training, and a mind blowing battles in order to rescue their family.
This is definitely not SPAM..... Feel free to send me comments, opinions or even good advice. I need all the help I can get. My email address is leeannkelly2014@gmail.com
If you are interested in reading this book go to: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I2EVIL6/r...
Thank You
Hi Kelly,I read the first few pages of your book on Amazon — what a great job! I look forward to reading the whole thing soon. I'm sorry, but I have to mention that you have a typo in your first paragraph (>wince<).
..there is nothing exciting to do (in) Mathis...
I know a copy edit is expensive, but you should at least make sure that that first paragraph is pristine. I've re-read MY OWN stuff a million times and I still find errors all...the...time — sheesh! I would want someone to tell me, so I'm letting you know. Don't hate me. Great concept and an exciting read, nonetheless.
Keep up the good work.
Steven
Author of Wizard Blues.
Steve, Thank you so much for your input, please let me know if there is other things you find if you read it. I love corrective criticism, it helps me learn. Like I said, this is my first book and I got a lot to learn, so please give me some pointers anytime. Thank you again and I appreciate all your input. Please stay in touch with me. Thank you!!!
"Blake Fine Art San Francisco Book One "https://www.createspace.com/3693504 is the first book of a series of San Francisco fine art by photographer Blake Richards. It has over 165 Fine art photos in its 124 pages. From Cable Cars, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate, Fleet Week, Chinatown, Alcatraz, Union Square and More. Fine Art Photography is photography created in accordance with the vision of the Photographer as an artist.To see more work www.blakefineart.com
Hello, my name is Essie Swinea and I am a radio host and writer. I just written and just self published my first book Cotton: Memoirs of an American Journey. The story is non-fiction. If you would like to read the review of Cotton: Memoirs of an American Journey visit my website https://sites.google.com/site/essiesw.... I'm offering free shipping and handling, as well as ebook. I like to create characters in my writing. Lastly, if you like to hear a sneak peak of my radio show, you can tune in tomorrow at 6AM (PST). The show will let authors advertise their book(s).
Sweet NectarA.E. PattionThe imagery is so provoking it’s like you are right in the moment. And who doesn't enjoy lustful moments. Sweet Nectar is more than what meets the eye. Oder your copy of poetic lust today!
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If you're into sci-fi with a fair mix of mayan prophecy, ancient mythology, aliens, government conspiracies, etc. which all play into a "This could really happen" scenario, take a look at my first book titled "The Great Keepers"https://www.createspace.com/4582796
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What would you do if you discovered that there was a group who is charged with the duties of ensuring the survival of mankind? The Great Keepers hold this job and have done it very well for quite a while. Their job is also to shield the human race from everything that wasn’t meant for our eyes to see. The keepers have been around in some form since the beginning of man and they have played a major role to maintain the legacy of the human race. This is the same group that thwarted the Mayans, Egyptians, Greek, and so many other ancient civilizations from revealing the truth about the human origin. There have been so many theories as to the purposes of the pyramids that are spread throughout the world, the alleged tales of the so-called “Gods", and of course advanced civilizations frequently visiting the planet from some unknown location. With man unknowingly relying on this group to guarantee that their civilization lives on, what happens when “The Great Keepers” aren’t around for a while and outside forces threaten to push mankind into extinction? How will the human race survive when they are plunged into the dark ages and everything mechanical and electrical ceases to work?
I will soon be releasing the novel "Finding Sage," tentatively on April 1st. It's a dystopian thriller with some supernatural elements. Here's the synopsis:Silas is like many ordinary young men: attractive, sulky, and constantly fearing for his life. Silas is what is known as a rogue, a person displaying a supernatural gift, decried as dangerous by the United Nations, and hunted with the intention of execution, imprisonment, or - even worse - conversion to the U.N. ranks.
Alice hides a dark secret. Many rogues have come and gone in past years, but if people only knew how dark her so-called gift was, they would reject her. Attack her. Kill her. Where can she turn?
Sage is the one that connects them. The one that offers hope to them both. Little is known about him and precious few have seen him. So why is he the only one that the U.N. is afraid of?
If you're interested, send me your email and I'll be sure to shoot you an email when it's released - loganrjudy@gmail.com
"I write to tell about my children's short-lived lives. I write to preserve the memory of us, a couple who loved each other throughout the best and worst of times...My story is about joys, hopes, dreams, disappointments, sadness, pain and grief, but most of all about love and resilience." Taken from my self-published book: Dreams and Realities: A Memoir of Love, Loss and Resilience. Available at amazon.com as softcover or e-book editions. Mildred Santiago-Velez.
I'm getting really excited as I'm drawing really close to writing the magical words "The End". Since I always write on the commute, I do my first edit when I copy everything from my notebook to my computer and I am now only 50 pages away from the end. One or two more days of hammering at my keyboard should get me there. Then, it's off to the beta's and then .... (this is what I'm *really* excited about) .... my first novel will be published.It's a sci-fi, action packed story which will take you on a voyage through the stars (but better than Star Trek and Star Wars combined .... or maybe not (lol)) to discover intrigues and hidden secrets. Will our "hero" prevail??? Only one way to find out. Keep your eye on this thread and order my book as soon as it's available.
Hi guys, I'm a newbie here on goodreads :) I will soon be releasing my first book 'New Blood'. It is part of a series called 'The Zaroi Chronicles.' Here is a quick description of the book:
'Violet Hennessy is just a normal teenager, dying to escape the cliques and monotony of high school. But on the eve of her seventeenth birthday, she gets more than she bargained for...
Violet learns she is part of an ancient vampire race, and that she must leave her life behind, leaving her mother and her best friend, to attend the Radictius Druidwitch Academy, a school for her race of vampires, the Callicantzaroi...
Whilst at the school, Violet not only learns about her race, but also new things about herself, and terrifyingly, of her deadly connection to an evil race of vampires who want to see her entire species destroyed...'
There are also a few elements of comedy and romance in the story as well :)
If you're interested, feel free to email me for more information at laurapidgeon@live.co.uk, or you can visit the brand new Facebook page for the series: www.facebook.com/zaroichronicles :)
I think if you're a fan of 'The Vampire Diaries', 'Vampire Aacademy' etc, this book would be a good read for you :)
It's all about Happy living. Go right now to read "The Ultimate of Life" by Maheshkumar Bhatt at #smashwords https://t.co/TPYJbQJlDm
It's all about Happy living. Go right now to read "The Ultimate of Life" by Maheshkumar Bhatt at #smashwords https://t.co/TPYJbQJlDm
My book, Finding Sage, has just been released! It's a Young Adult/Dystopian novel about people exhibiting supernatural abilities and their struggle to survive the hunts of the global government. Here's the link: http://www.amazon.com/Finding-Sage-Ro...
Hi! My name is Nadia MathewsI have a Fiction Christian Book called "First Ladies Club: Rocks, Rings and Resurrections" is was released on April 14th.
Here is the link.
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Hello, I have a YA novel called 'The End of You and Me.'Sixteen-year old Kate can't live without London. Their friendship is intense to the point of obsession. Nothing else matters: not dating, college applications, or her military father’s disapproval. When beautiful red-haired Anastasia sweeps into town and becomes fast friends with the pair, life changes forever. Suddenly Kate's quiet world is threatened. What makes an honor-student like Kate snap? Is it a redhead armed with seduction and lies? And how far will either of them go to get what they want?
http://www.amazon.com/End-You-Me-Wend...
Hello I have just published my very first edition 'The Shadow Man' Please check it out.. 'The boy of one with souls of three, lives a life of misery, one soul bad and one soul good, the one soul left just never understood. He killed to please the shadow man, killing as many girls as he can, he would cut off their hair to keep for treasure, while the shadow man keeps their souls for pleasure. The girl name Wendy is the second soul, to make the boy good is her goal, but as long as the shadow man controls them with his years, Wendy is going to face her fears. The boy of one with souls of three, is in love with a girl, but the others can't see, she's really special, with a name called penny, she has one soul, which isn't many, with these three souls he wants just one, he's got to choose; is it peace? Love? Or will he end it with a gun?'
You can check out my website which will give you the links to purchase my book. Thank you :)
www.Standstillandimagine.webs.com
I just published a group of horror short stories titled "All is not as it Appears". Zombies, deals with the devil and curses all in one spot! I hope you enjoy!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K44KICM
I recently published a Young Adult Mystery novel with Paranormal elements, titled SHADE. I'm delighted that it's received quite a few great reviews. :) Here's a summary:Thanks to her offbeat mother, Shade’s full name is Galactic Shade Griffin. Having a name like that while being the new girl in school is pretty much catnip for bullies. The summer before Shade’s junior year of high school, her mother breaks up with yet another boyfriend and moves them once again to a new town.
This time, they move into a dilapidated old house where Shade has an entire attic bedroom to herself—at least until she discovers it’s haunted by the ghost of a teenaged boy named Brandon Yates. When Shade’s best friend goes missing, her life becomes even more complicated. With the help of Brandon who’s struggling with his own issues in the world beyond, Shade faces the question of whether or not she has what it takes to become a true hero.
Here's a link to SHADE on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J...
Thanks So Much,
Marilyn Peake
Hello everyone! I recently published my novel called "Into the Pack" (book one of a trilogy). I published through createspace and it's available on amazon.com. I only have a two star review right now (they said they liked the book but not the ending. I have changed my ending since then) but I hope you can give it a chance and let me know what you think! It is available through kindle or paperback. Here is a synopsis:The balance of the forest is offset. The result is war.
With an abusive father at home, the call of the forest becomes too much for seventeen year old Andrew Catania to ignore anymore. But with that one choice he sets off a chain of events, starting with waking up as a wolf himself and being thrown into their world. Secrets start to come to light about his past and how it led him to become a wolf in the first place.
The more Andrew lives with the wolves, the harder it is for him to decide where he truly belongs: With his new family or the one he left behind. Soon enough, the choice will be made for him as a war is brewing between the pack, the wolf gods they call Overseers, and the demons known as Shadow Creatures. And Andrew is at the center of it all, though he will soon learn that he's not the only one with a destiny intertwined with the Overseer of the Wolves....
The war for the forest has only just begun.
And here is a link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JDWP60A
A Beginning, No Middle, And An EndHello all...I just released my 3rd book, "A Beginning, No Middle, And An End." In short, here's the skinny:
1. It's the middle of the 21st Century, there are no governments.
2. Main character is the video game and book publisher king, he's rich, and a proud gay man.
3. He discovers something from his past that forces him to go home to face his bigoted, bitter dad, who has a knack for evil insults.
4. They are kidnapped.
5. One of them ain't gonna make it.
6. And of course, all isn't as it seems.
2 day kindle giveaway tomorrow, August 10th and Monday the 11th. Would love for everyone to check it out and review it…thanks!
US Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Beginning-No-Mi...
UK Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0...
Courage in a teenage witch is coming soon in 2014. The squeal to Powers in a teenage witch.
My second book, The Secret of Hoke Farm, was just released! In celebration, the first book, The Secret of Blackjack Woods, is only $0.99! Check both out!A year ago, Jim Thomas met Charlie. Now, the Thomas family is enjoying life with their new, hairy family member. But Jim knows that something is still missing from Charlie's life, and he's determined to find it. Are there more like Charlie? All packed up, the family embarks on a journey, with all roads leading to Hoke Farm and Bisby, Texas—a small town with its own big, hairy secret.
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Ashlen-Brown/e/...
ARE YOU A FAN OF THE SHORT STORY? This week I have two short stories available for FREE download on Amazon UK. So, whether you are a fan of the form or have never tried it, why not give it a go, you have nothing to lose.
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ARE YOU A FAN OF THE SHORT STORY? This week I have two short stories available for FREE download on Amazon UK. So, whether you are a fan of the form or have never tried it, why not give it a go, you have nothing to lose.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0...
Martin, I was intrigued by your story and tried to download but was told that I had to be a citizen of UK....
Hi Lisa, Have you tried to download from Amazon.com rather than UK? Hopefully that might work for you. Regards, Martin
I have a new book that I would like to share. It's titled Coins for the Boatman. It is an historical fiction book geared for young adults. Have you ever wondered what would happen if you died and didn't want to go to heaven or hell? This story is about souls who linger between worlds and those who have been charged to find them and send them on their way. I hope you like it.http://www.amazon.com/Boatman-Hauntin...
Just released, "The Everman Journal", a mystery/thriller previously self published as two books, "The Christmas Club" and "Dark Trail". This mystery thriller is followed by "Butcher" and "Book Sale" Look for them and enjoy! Thanks! Clark E Tanner
The Crossing Hour
Quoleena Sbrocca
Imagine the experience if an early 19th century slave was to find herself awakened in the 21st century. What if she knew that in one year, she would have no choice but to return to her tumultuous past, or else history would be forever changed.
Time travel is a naturally occurring phenomenon, and the aged scientist, Stanley Graf, has discovered it in a planetary black hole in northern Delaware. Only those in his inner circle know of the existence of time travel. He appoints his granddaughter, Leigh, a psychology doctorate graduate, to await the latest black hole event. When the traveler turns out to be a 28-year-old runaway slave, Harriet, Leigh discovers there is even more to her grandfather’s theory and research than she knew. With the aid of her brother, Stan, an FBI agent in D.C., she slowly uncovers a world of secrets and mystery. Just when Leigh is certain she has uncovered all, a mysterious traveler arrives, and new secrets unravel to the end.
EXCERPT:
Harriet’s body tensed as she stood motionless, drowning in a furious wave of stark, blinding whiteness. Through burning eyes she cowered at the paralyzing scene: the brightness of the building, the strangeness of costume, the squeaking of shuffling feet on the stark-colored, glossy, hard surface; the loud, scratchy voice bouncing off the walls and echoing through the halls; the buzzing, the beeping, and the clicking of a thousand sounds she could not understand.
“Never been in a hospital before? Lucky you,” the driver commented, attempting to understand her reaction. He turned to offer his arm and found himself frozen as the glass doors opened and closed repeatedly behind them. For the first time seeing her in a clearly lit setting, he fell enchanted by the sheen of her chestnut skin. It seemed to shimmer and effervesce in its milky darkness as if emanating the light of all the stars in a galaxy.
Hello...I am releasing my 4th book, "90 Things That Irritate The Sh** Out Of Me...Or At Least Makes Me Frown." It's a humor book made up of 90 mini chapters covering a myriad of topics, from the inane to the controversial. Here is the synopsis:Written in short sections, "90 Things" is a tongue-in-cheek look at life and the things that irritate everyone from all walks of life, but especially the author himself. Covering everything from the inane to the many flaws of humanity, nothing is safe from Francis' skewed sense of humor that is mixed with sadness for all of humanity.
The book tackles subjects from the controversial (racial tension and stereotypes) to the simply annoying (rude people in supermarkets); the lack of good sense in smart people (why women let men keep hurting them) to pure greed (how the rich keeps getting richer off of the middle class, the inane status of American politics); the joys (and mostly trials) of raising offspring (children and their evil ways) before finally taking a inside look at his own pet peeves that makes him place his head in his hands in frustration.
Written with a hope to make readers laugh (as well as think), "90 Things" will make you smile at some things, get angry in others, but hopefully make you question how we as human beings have survived this long without destroying ourselves.
The book arrives March 24th. I hope you check it out!
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Author page - https://www.facebook.com/geric.francis
Greetings. My book is a debut novel. A coming of age love story set at the former Butlins Holiday Camp at Ayr in 1982. This book is part of a trilogy which I aim to complete by April 2016. This first book is called "What Time Does Midnight Cabaret Start." It is available in e book ( Kindle and Kobo) and paperback. Excerpts can be found by going to this link:http://www.amazon.co.uk/What-Time-Mid...
I am presently writing a set of five books "Happy Adventuring!".The first part is almost completed
Hi there! There are so many exciting books listed here, that I don't even know where to start. Wish there was a 'like' button, at least. :-)Anyway, here's my contribution: 'In the Hands of the Unknown'; a lovecraftian inspired horror story set in modern day USA. People who have read it tell me that it's 'f***ing scary' and that they didn't want to read it before going to bed. :-)
I'd be more than happy if you check it out, either at my website: www.hellhag.productions@gmail, or at Kobo or Amazon, or even here at Goodread.
Thanks, guys and gals.
Big Boy Pond Now on sale $.99 Free with kindle unlimitedThis is a great story, the characters have depth, the story is intriguing, and the locations will take your breath away. Just an entertaining read. Get a cup of hot chocolate fluff the pillows and enjoy!!
You’ll loved every minute of reading J.P. Hall new book, “Big Boy Pond.” You will be on the edge of your seat until the last page of this well-crafted suspenseful novel. J.P. Hall characters are rich, and his vivid descriptions make the scenes come alive. This book is definitely worth checking out.
Now available at Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WT4C1LQ
I have a new authors reference book available for pre- order. It will help authors find a quality, paying short story or article publisher.Here's the synopsis:
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•Which rights the publisher requests.
•A brief history of the short story.
•Which publishers require a proposal letter, query letter, cover letter or none.
•Which publishers also accept flash fiction, articles, poetry, pictures, reviews or long form literature.
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When the book is released, it will be available as an e-book and a paperback.
Thanks!
Corey wrote: "Getting ready to self-publish my 8th book! Time Prisoners is actually the third book in a trilogy. It will be free for a few days and I'll let you know when to go grab the Kindle version. If you'd ..."Awesome! Way to go!
I started writing 9 years ago but took a hiatus to pursue other works, I came back to my stories 2 years ago and wrote 8 novels in a year. I am spending most of this year editing and publishing. In the past 9 months, I have released my first novel, "Devils Fall..Second, "Devils Dream" and Third,"Devils Mark." I am currently writing my 4th novel of my series "The Devils Curse Novels" and this one is titled, "Devils Ascension"
I am also editting and planning to release my next series in December as well as the first novel in the 5 novel series, "Eternal Fate" which is a murder-mystery..
I have also released 30 page shorts of poetry, "Carousel" and "What Dreams are Made of.."
All of these are in both ebook and paperback through Amazon and I am hoping soon to have The Devils Curse Novels released through Barnes & Noble!
I write about my newest releases and also give tutorials on using different programs to edit and format on my blog www.thecursedauthor.wordpress.com or all of my novels are on Amazon at www.amazon.com/author/thecursedauthor
Thanks!! 😊
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I have a .99 cent horror short. It's on Amazon, B&N and Smashwords. It's a quick read and scary .
EXCERPT:
I’m standing on the edge of darkness. I want to open my eyes, but my tormentors are still here. I cannot hide their voices in my head, but I can try to shut my eyes to the horror of their faces. Round misshapen heads made of tattered flesh, empty sockets that bore into my mind. I can’t stand to look at them, much less hear their ceaseless racket hitting me in waves. God help me, I want them gone.
I claw at my face, my hair, my neck…but this only amuses them. Look at him, they laugh with each other. He is crazy. What are you going to do? Tear open your throat?…Yes…he’s trying…fool… I walk in circles in my room, my gown hung open behind me. I feel like a caged animal. In an effort to ignore the noise in my head, I take inventory of my prison. A bed sits in the center with a small dresser beside it. I am near a wall with one lone, barred window. Bracing myself with my hands, I lean my forehead on its cool surface. This silences the voices for a flash of a moment. But it is only a moment. Joe...here we are Joe…you can’t hide from us…The clamor in my head makes me dizzy, and the yellow walls of my room begin to spin.