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Check out Rachel Brimble's blog. Why? Because I'm her guest.http://rachelbrimble.blogspot.com/
Otherwise on the home front I'm back from a week in Phoenix visiting my daughter. Thanks to her and her friends for ensuring I had a great time. It was wonderful. Now it's time to get back to work. I'm doing edits on 2nd novel, Vampire in the Scrying Glass and working on 3rd novel which is yet to be named. However, it will continue the saga of the Blautsauger family of Amber Heights, MO.
Hi all,For a short time, anyone keen on reading my psychological thriller 'Roadrage' is welcome to download a free copy at Smashwords. It's had a few nice reviews so far - you can read them here - http://www.mj-johnson.com/reviews-for...
To download a free copy simply follow the link http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/... and enter the code SQ74H when you reach the checkout.
All best wishes
Martin
The ebook of "Blinders Keepers" is only 99 cents!https://www.goodreads.com/event/show/...
That's the same as a Snickers Bar but not as fattening and less likely to cause an insulin spike.
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My publisher as a promotional special has priced the eBook of "Blinders Keepers" at 99 cents:
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That's the same as a Snickers Bar but not as fattening and less likely to cause an insulin spike.
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Tomorrow, Saturday, July 6th, 2013-As part of the Amazon KDP program... you will be able to Download a FREE eBook copy of Cybersp@ce, the first novel in the Cybersp@ce trilogy.
Cybersp@ce is a mind-blowing, sci-fi espionage story, with ingredients of international intrigue, artificial intelligence, action, suspense, and romance. Set mostly in the Nevada desert, Cybersp@ce includes cyber warfare between nation states, the fantastic virtual world of an alien computer, and the hunt for one of the world's greatest spies.
From inside their home located outside the small town of Corona, New Mexico in 1947, a young boy and his parents, while watching a freak lightning storm, hear a loud crash after young Henry Summers witnesses what he thinks is an alien spacecraft falling from the sky.
Many years later, Nick Reynolds is appointed as the head of a Cyber Command taskforce established to deal with the increasing cyber warfare threat from China. Soon afterwards a new, disturbing type of cyber attack emerges, just as Nick learns that an imminent massive Chinese cyber attack against the United States infrastructure might be imminent. When the evidence suggests that the threat is real and that the attack will kill millions of people, Nick discovers that his team will not have enough time or the technical resources to stop the incredibly advanced attack when it comes.
Nick soon learns of another top-secret project, however, one which might offer a way to stop the attack and spare the lives of hundreds of millions of people.
Dr. Henry Summers works with his scientist daughter, Kate, inside Area 51 at Groom Lake, Nevada. After years of trying to reverse-engineer an alien spacecraft, the team has a breakthrough when they discover how to interface with an alien ship's computer, by using a cybernetic helmet to enter a fantastic, virtual world.
http://www.amazon.com/Cybersp-ce-eboo...
Just a reminder to all my friends at James Mason Community Book Club-
Today, Saturday, July 6th, 2013-Download a FREE eBook copy of Cybersp@ce, the first novel in the Cybersp@ce trilogy.
CYBERSP@CE is a mind-blowing, sci-fi espionage story, with ingredients of international intrigue, artificial intelligence, action, suspense, and romance. Set mostly in the Nevada desert, Cybersp@ce includes cyber warfare between nation states, the fantastic virtual world of an alien computer, and the hunt for one of the world's greatest spies.
From inside their home located outside the small town of Corona, New Mexico in 1947, a young boy and his parents, while watching a freak lightning storm, hear a loud crash after young Henry Summers witnesses what he thinks is an alien spacecraft falling from the sky.
Many years later, Nick Reynolds is appointed as the head of a Cyber Command taskforce established to deal with the increasing cyber warfare threat from China. Soon afterwards a new, disturbing type of cyber attack emerges, just as Nick learns that an imminent massive Chinese cyber attack against the United States infrastructure might be imminent. When the evidence suggests that the threat is real and that the attack will kill millions of people, Nick discovers that his team will not have enough time or the technical resources to stop the incredibly advanced attack when it comes.
Nick soon learns of another top-secret project, however, one which might offer a way to stop the attack and spare the lives of hundreds of millions of people.
Dr. Henry Summers works with his scientist daughter, Kate, inside Area 51 at Groom Lake, Nevada. After years of trying to reverse-engineer an alien spacecraft, the team has a breakthrough when they discover how to interface with an alien ship's computer, by using a cybernetic helmet to enter a fantastic, virtual world.
http://www.amazon.com/Cybersp-ce-eboo...
Just released on July 1st, Deadly Talley (The First Twelve Chapters will be available as a kindle freebie on Sunday, July 14.http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DPZPDFY
The entire book including the sample chapters is a free borrow for Amazon Prime members.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DPZPCKU
My name is Dean Talley and I'm going to tell you how I became a rogue cop. After twelve years on the streets I'd been able to move my badge from my shirt to my belt started working homicide. The combination of a broken justice system and bearing witness to the horrors one person can inflict on another had pushed me to the edge. My boss and the other cops could see I was headed to a meltdown. I began working cases alone, pushing the paper and feeding the system.
That ended the day my wife became a victim. Holding her hand as she lay tethered to machines I decided to turn my back on the job and the majesty of The Law. I created my own system of jurisprudence. No motions. No deliberations. There is only the verdict and passage of sentence.
A great forum.BLOOD DIAMONDS CONSPIRACY by Yvonne Crowe is on FREE PROMOTION this weekend July 19-21 on Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CEOVGEO
I'll be signing SECRET THOUGHTS a #Medical #Thriller on Friday evening 7-26 at the Pacific #Northwest #Writers Conference at the #SeaTac (#SEA) Airport Hilton 17620 INTERNATIONAL BLVD, #Seattle 98188 1-206-248-4499, from 8:30-10:00 PM. The event is public, so come by because I'd love to meet and personalize a copy of #SECRET #THOUGHTS for you!See the trailer: http://goo.gl/PPyQQ
#Kindle #Nook #iBooks #Kobo
1-206-745-5873 is my direct phone number for the Pacific Northwest Writer's Conference this weekend July 26, 27, 28. If you'd like to meet or get a discounted copy of SECRET THOUGHTS a Medical Thriller, just call me! You don't need to be attending the conference. I'll be signing SECRET THOUGHTS a #Medical #Thriller on Friday evening 7-26 at the Pacific #Northwest #Writers Conference at the #SeaTac (#SEA) Airport Hilton 17620 INTERNATIONAL BLVD, #Seattle 98188 1-206-248-4499, from 8:30-10:00 PM. The event is public, so come by because I'd love to meet and personalize a copy of #SECRET #THOUGHTS for you!
See the video! http://goo.gl/PPyQQ
#Kindle #Nook #iBooks #Kobo
Hello, Everyone.Starting tomorrow, July 29, 2013, the thrillers Pandora's Succession and Chill Run will be on sale for 99-cents until August 5, 2013.
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B0049G8RJ2
Smashwords: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/...
Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/Book...
FREE from 7/28 - 7/30: Wealthy Me! A Book of Wealthy Affirmations for Little Stars. Downloads and reviews are very much appreciated. If you leave a review, you'll be able to download a bonus ebook. Thank you for your support.US Link: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CM0NRUQ
UK Link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00CM0NRUQ
Today, 7-28, the first twelve chapters are free at:http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DPZPDFY
My name is Dean Talley and I'm going to tell you how I became a rogue cop. After twelve years on the streets I was able to move the badge from my shirt to my belt and started working homicide. The combination of a broken justice system and bearing witness to the horrors one person can inflict on another had pushed me to the edge. My boss and the other cops could see I was headed to a meltdown. I began working cases alone, pushing the paper and feeding the system.
That ended the day my wife became a victim. Holding her hand as she lay tethered to machines I decided to turn my back on the job and the majesty of The Law. I created my own system of jurisprudence. No motions. No deliberations. There is only the verdict and passage of sentence.
Announcing my new book, Deadly Talley. I'm a long time admirer of the hard-boiled Raymond Chandler book. Rather than encroach on Chandler's turf I've moved the action down the road to the Orange County Gold Coast and brought the story into the present day. The complete book is available here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DPZPCKU
Only 4 days left to sign up to win a one of 5 free copies of my sci-fi space adventure, Jaxxa Rakala: The Search!https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
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Enter the Goodreads drawing to win a review copy of Murder on the Orient Espresso (out December 1):http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17...
Giveaway dates: Aug 03 - Nov 01, 2013
Countries available: US, CA, GB and AU
Wisconsin coffeehouse owner Maggy Thorsen accompanies her main squeeze, Sheriff Jake Pavlik, to South Florida, where he's been asked to speak at a mystery-writers' conference. Maggy is anticipating a romantic arrival in their hotel suite, but when the opening night event turns out to be a re-enactment of Agatha Christie’s classic, Murder on the Orient Express, the couple reluctantly sets off on a night train into the Everglades.
The idea is to solve the "crime" and return, but the troupe soon finds itself embroiled in a real-life murder mystery as creepy and baffling as any work of fiction.
I'm giving away 10 copies of the second book in my Class Heroes series in exchange for a review.What Happened in Witches Wood
The giveaway is part of the R2R in the Paranormal and Horror book Lovers Group.
I can make copies of the book available in PDF, Kindle and ePub format. Go to the thread to sign up:
http://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/1...
But what's it about, I hear you clamour?
In 1987, 16-year-old Katie Blake died in mysterious circumstances in a stream in Witches Wood.
In 2009, a teenage couple enter the wood one hot, summer night and encounter her ghost.
In 2011, James and Samantha Blake are staying at their grandparents’ farmhouse, close to Witches Wood, while they come to terms with their new superpowers.
Those powers are soon put to the test. James comes face-to-face with the ghost of Katie Blake – his long-dead aunt – and discovers that she may be responsible for a number of grisly deaths that have occurred in the wood. Meanwhile, Sam foils an armed robbery in a nearby village and sets in motion a chain of terrible events that threatens the whole family.
Sir Michael Rosewood, owner of the world’s largest pharmaceutical firm, knows the secret of their superpowers and has taken a keen interest in the Blake family. But is he friend or foe?
I will be a guest on KWAM-990 in Memphis on August 9 at 3:30 to discuss A Ghostly Shade of Pale and my recent trip to Hollywood. I will sign first editions at Marlowe's Restaurant in Memphis on August 12 at 2p.m. I will sign books at the Tupelo Furniture Market on August 17 and at Barnes and Noble in Tupelo on September 7 from 11 to 6.A Ghostly Shade of Pale
Special Offer: A free copy of Evil Deeds now available to my Goodreads friends. If you read Evil Deeds, please review it on Amazon. Download Evil Deeds from the following link:
Link: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
Promotional price: $0.00
Coupon Code: EN37L
Expires: August 17, 2013
Thank you for this thread!
My bestselling short story, The Chords of Change, will be free on Amazon August 9th - 10th.
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/The-Chords-of-C...
AmazonUK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Chords-of...
Happy reading. :)
My bestselling short story, The Chords of Change, will be free on Amazon August 9th - 10th.
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/The-Chords-of-C...
AmazonUK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Chords-of...
Happy reading. :)
My 2nd novel, A 3rd TIME TO DIE will be offered free as a Kindle, as part of the KDP Select program, beginning today, Aug. 9 through Aug 13. I'd appreciate some honest reviews from those who get one, at Amazon and/or Goodreads.For those who loved my 1st novel, TRAPPED, this should be right up your alley. Here’s the pitch:
Two souls struggle to fulfill their destiny together. Twice, just as they discover the magic of their love, first, during a fox hunt in 17th Century southern England, and then again in 19th Century Philadelphia, their lives are snuffed out by brutal murder. Reborn for the third time, in the 21st Century, their! love of jumping horses brings them together again…and their ancient killer may be still stalking them
A Third Time to Die's is a Paranormal romantic Suspense, published by new Indie “participation” publisher (NOT a Vanity Press), GnD Publishers LLC, that did a great job for me. The novel is different from the glut of vampires, werewolves, angels and demons. Its theme is more in the vein of Nora Robert’s “Midnight Bayou,” which was also made into a Lifetime Original Movie, or the movie “Dead Again.”
I'll be signing Pandemonium (and Fragment) at Vroman's Bookstore in Pasadena on Tuesday. Hope to see you there! http://www.vromansbookstore.com/warre...
Controversial material: 18+ only
Goodreads giveaway for sensual contemporary Western romance TAKE A CHANCE ON LOVE open for entries until August 31. When Chancie de Leur meets highway patrol trooper Micah Taylor one frosty Wyoming night, instant sexual heat kindles between them. Chancie’s a lonely young widow who owns her own business and Micah is divorced, so there shouldn’t be anything holding them back. But Micah wonders if Chancie’s obvious wealth might become an issue, or the fact that she’s apparently the second woman in his life who has zero interest in ever having his baby.
Micah has no idea of the real problem between him and Chancie, until he meets her son. Ten-year-old Jamie de Leur is determined to break up his mom and her lawman, and Micah questions whether any relationship with Chancie is worth dealing with the spoiled kid she’s raising.
In a showdown over Jamie breaking the law, Micah has to decide if he wants to be Chancie’s cop—or her family man.
Free today. Tuesday, August 13, through Thursday, August 15th. Guaranteed to make you laugh out loud. Grab your free copy and tell all your friends about it, so they can enjoy the laughter also. http://smarturl.it/FamousUnion
Hi all, Hope all is well. I have created some giveaways for my newest books!
Enter below for a chance to win a copy of my latest children’s book: “The Stuffed House”
http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
or here for a chance to win a copy of “Luki and the Rocket Power Shoes”
http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
or go to Amazon and check them out ☺
Happy Reading ☺
Jill
p.s. you can find my books on amazon or click below
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***An ALL NEW writing contest on my blog, Unwritten: http://mystiparker.blogspot.com/2013/...***From farm to plate, every food tells a story. So, what's your food story?
I bet most of us don't have to think too hard to recall a fond memory that involved food. Maybe it was your aunt's oh-so-spicy chili that made everyone race to the bathroom at the family reunion.
Or perhaps it was your mama's biscuit recipe that you made as a newlywed and thoroughly impressed your new husband. (Or you might have burned them and cried like I did.)
When I was a kid, I remember Sunday dinners at my granny's house and her famous "porcupine meatballs". The kids were usually banished to the living room and left to fight over the most coveted seats, like the sofa. I don't think I ever graduated from sitting on the floor. At least I had those meatballs for solace.
YOUR assignment, should you choose to accept it, is to tell me a story involving one of your favorite foods or recipes. AND, I want you to share the recipe / where we can purchase it, etc. The story can be fictitious or completely truthful or somewhere in between. Twain it up all you wish!
You've got a few options on how to present your food story & recipe. It can be in these formats:
*Written
*Video
*Combination of both
The FIRST PLACE winner will have their recipe prepared by me and/or my hubby on video (or we'll do a product review if it's a prepared food we can purchase), and there will be lots of other food-related prizes for 1st, 2nd, AND 3rd place.
Let's get specific and throw in some rules:
1. This contest is open to ALL writers, no matter the experience level, published or not.
2. Stories (not including recipes) should be NO MORE than 1,000 words.
Videos should be NO MORE than 30 minutes in length (think Rachael Ray).
3. NO graphic sex, language, or violence. Mild profanity, hanky-panky, and violence are ok. If you're in doubt, ask me.
4. Deadline for entries is September 30, 2013 at midnight. Any stories submitted after that will NOT be considered.
5. Beginning September 1, stories/recipes will be posted on my blog in the order they are received. If you wish to submit your story to another publication after this contest, you may request me to NOT publish it unless you win. Some publications do not accept "published" stories (this includes those posted on blogs).
6. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners WILL be posted.
7. Prizes - TBA
8. Along with your story/recipe, you may submit an author bio (45-100 words), profile pic, and contact links (Facebook, Twitter, blog, etc).
Please submit ALL entries to me at: mystiparker@yahoo.com with My Food Story in the subject line.
This month marks the one year anniversary of Mayan World of Vampires in print. Get a free ebook download of Goddess of the Moon: Mayan World of Vampires at the Kindle store this Saturday & Sunday only (August 17th & 18th). http://www.amazon.com/Goddess-Moon-Ma...
"Huckleberry Friend" in paperback will be available at an internet near you in 2 or 3 days. At midnight (PST) tonight until the end of the day tomorrow, Wednesday, August 21st, the Kindle edition is free to own. Please tell all your friends to tell all their friends. #freepromotion #books #author #HuckleberryFriend http://www.amazon.com/Huckleberry-Fri...
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Free ebook download of my Woodstock novel, Goodbye Emily. Only at the Kindle Store. http://tinyurl.com/ldd6t9d
My newly released 2nd novel, A 3rd TIME TO DIE (Kindle & print at: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0989468100) has garnered 5 quick 4 & 5-Star reviews. Like TRAPPED (my first) the common thread is "I couldn't put it down." Here's one, by Diane O'Keefe on Amazon, that should make any author proud:"Bearing in mind that I like paranormal romance novels, I was pretty convinced that I would like this novel, especially since I also like horse riding.
The big surprise was that I never expected it to be comparable to great writers of this genre such as Dean Koontz or Stephen King.
A Third Time to Die really delivered, providing an intriguing storyline and very believable characters. As I reached midway in the book, I was turning pages almost as fast as I could read to find out what would happen next. I enjoyed it immensely and am glad I tried it out. I look forward to more, and am delighted the author already has another book out. Time to download it to my Kindle!"
End of Summer SALE on The Steel Queen, the first book of The Silk & Steel Saga, on Amazon for $2.99. An epic tale of knights and swords, castles and monasteries, sorcery and seduction. If you love GOT or Tolkien, then consider The Silk & Steel Saga! This sale applies to Amazon UK, Germany, Spain, France, Italy, India and Japan. Enjoy!
The Steel Queen
A new site for Independent books launches its first Big Giveaway today. Indie Book World is a site for indie authors to display their books. Meet new exciting writers and their books and win some of their books. Join us at http://indiebookworld.com/big-giveaway/
Jim wrote: "A new site for Independent books launches its first Big Giveaway today. Indie Book World is a site for indie authors to display their books. Meet new exciting writers and their books and win some o..."Thanks for the link, Jim. I'll definitely give it a look see!
It's been 12 months since the first box of freshly printed Destiny Road books arrived from the publishers. A dream come true and a great excuse for a celebration!
Enter to win an Ebook of the YA novel, Destiny Road.
http://melissawray.blogspot.com.au/20...
Ends Friday 13th Sep
Hello everyone,The #video trailer for my novel, SECRET THOUGHTS-a #Medical #Thriller, has just gone #viral with over 50,000 views! #Reviews and support from writers and readers has been overwhelming, and I'd like to thank every one of you. SECRET THOUGHTS is now available in paperback from #Amazon, and ebook from #Kindle, Nook, iBooks, Kobo, and Sony. An audiobook and a Spanish version are coming soon. For more information, blog, and links visit my website hsclarkmystery.com
See the video: http://goo.gl/PPyQQ
Read the Goodreads review: http://goo.gl/zKd6PB
HAVANA LOSTHi, all. I'm sponsoring a giveaway of two print copies of HAVANA LOST on Goodreads through the first week of OCtober. Hope you'll give it a look and sign up. It already has 28 reviews and 35 ratings since it came out in September.
You can find the giveaway here in the next day or two: http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
Thank you for considering HAVANA LOST.
The Trojan Project will be free to download on 14th & 15th Sept. Don't mis this opprtunity to read this action packed thriller set in the north of England.http://www.amazon.co.uk/The-Trojan-Pr...
http://www.amazon.com/The-Trojan-Proj...
Enter to win a copy of my novel, THE COLOR OF LIGHT, in the pre-release Goodreads giveaway, running through October 3rd! Here's the link: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18...
Am guest blogging on www.katiemccoach.com on or about Thursday, Sept.19. The subject is "The Tao of the Alligator and the Crocodile."J.M. Garlock
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Tune in to hear special 3 Part Series ~ "Made In the Image!" Part I, Sat., Sept. 21st, 2:00-3:00PM,Live on NBC Radio Boston(1510AM on the dial)or Worldwide Listen Live link: http://tinyurl.com/kgt5sak Callers toll free 866-338-9663 or 617-237-1234
"Divine Healing of your Emotional Life!", featuring Reverend Dr. Linda De Coff (Author/Bridge of the Gods & Songs of Eternity).
Reverend Dr. Linda De Coff speaks to us on how to forever heal every issue of the emotional, mental, physical and spiritual planes by aligning with the Highest and the Best in you.
For further info: Visit http://revdrlindadecoff.com/tune-in-t...
I have a signing/sales on November 2nd at theHistorical Fifth Street School
401 S Fourth Street, Las Vegas, Nevada 89101
I'll be there from 10am-12pm along with many other authors. Please come and check us out we look foward to meeting you!
The Future is Now! Preparing for my Author's Choice session at #Bouchercon World #Mystery Convention #Bcon2013 in #Albany, #NY Friday 9-20 at 1PM in Room 5. #Selfpublishing #SocialMedia #Marketing #Websites #ContentManagement #eBooks #Audiobooks #Trailers and more! If you're at the conference, come by to be illuminated and get handouts, too!See the video for #SECRET #THOUGHTS a #Medical #Thriller
http://goo.gl/PPyQQ
I starting a Goodreads book Giveaway for my 2nd novel, A 3rd TIME TO DIE, on Sept 19 through Oct. 16. Ten autographged print edition will be sent to the luck winners, so check it out and sign up. So far, the novel has garnered only 5 & 4-Star reviews, and like my first novel, TRAPPED, most say they can't put it down. Here;s the link to the Goodread page:A 3rd Time to DieA 3rd Time to Die
I'm signing SECRET THOUGHTS a Medical Thriller today, Saturday, 9-21 at Bouchercon the World #Mystery Convention in Albany, NY. You can get SECRET THOUGHTS at the meeting from SCENE OF THE #CRIME books in the book room. For more information or to reach me at the meeting, check on my website:hsclarkmystery.com
See the video! http://goo.gl/PPyQQ
I have three book signings this week for my novel, Darby. Darby is an Appalachian Novel. A story of danger, suspense, romance, and intrigue, interwoven with the history and culture of the Appalachians. On Monday, 9/23 I will conduct a program for the Murphy, NC Rotary Club; On 9/26 I will conduct a program for the eighth grades at the Cherokee County, Murphy, NC Middle School, Murphy, NC; On Saturday, 9/28 I will hold a book signing at the Moss Memorial Library, Hayesville, NC.
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