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I'm Robert Downs. I'm a budget analyst by day, and a writer by night, although I have to admit I do get more excited about writing than I do budget analysis. However, the analytical side of my brain keeps me in check.
I like to read anything that captures my attention, since I can learn from everything I read, both the good and not-so-good. But I do find myself gravitating heavily toward mysteries and thrillers.
My debut hard-boiled mystery novel Falling Immortality: Casey Holden, Private Investigator came out last August. It's been an interesting adventure so far, as I attempt to introduce the world to MANfiction, following in the footsteps of a Stephen King article written for Entertainment Weekly.
My Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/RobertDownsBooks has managed to gain a few followers. I offer tips for fellow writers as well as a bit of book promotion. To find out a bit more about me or my book, you can check out my website http://www.RobertDowns.net

Mike
http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005E7M8CW

I have published two YA fantasy books, Down a Lost Road and its sequel Subverter. Right now I'm working on the third book, Prism, and hope to have it out July 4th.
You can find me on Facebook and Twitter (@jleighbralick), and get more information on my books and current projects on my personal website.
J. Leigh

Before I forget, read Celtic Blood. It will cure all forms of illness and within it is the secret to success and riches, however, in code ... sorry.

I'm Ian McFadyen, and I have 3 novels published by the Book Guild in the Inspector Carmichael series. Set in Lancashire, with a similar feel to Midsomer Murders, Little White Lie's, Lillia's Diary and Frozen to Death have all proved popular in libraries and I get a good response at book signings. I started writing as a hobby, and only ever thought my family would read my books!
Lillia's Diary
Frozen to Death
I like reading short novels, the last one I read was "The five people you meet in heaven" by Mitch Albom, which I really enjoyed and have left a review for on here. I'm definitely open to suggestions on books to read, and would appreciate anyone who wishes to review my books! My next novel "Deadly Secrets" is also in the Inspector Carmichael series and should be out in April 2013.
For any more info have a look at the following.
www.facebook.com/ianmcfadyenauthor
www.ianmcfadyen.webs.com
https://twitter.com/IanMcFadyen1
Ian

Only too happy to review one or more of your books which I am sure will be wonderful. I really appreciated the advise you gave me on my play. My novel Celtic Blood is going okay. I have re-written it a fe times, because I had to. Again, it was so generous of you to offer your help to me.

I think you have the wrong Ian McFadyen I'm afraid, I'm often confused with the Australian author with the same name!


I'm new to Goodreads and still finding my away around here. Feel free to send me a friend request. :)
Links:
http://www.northpolehigh.com/
http://facebook.com/northpolehigh
http://twitter.com/CandycaneClaus
http://pinterest.com/NorthPoleHigh

I'm Xavier Edwards, an Erotica and Erotic Romance author from the wide brown land down under. I've been writing for myself or many years and finally took the plunge into being published in April 2012.
An avid reader, my library covers most genres and is constantly being overhauled to make room for the new books I am reading. To this end, the introduction of ebooks has been a lifesaver.
I've spent my entire life being surrounded by women and have gained a wonderful appreciation for some of the things that make the female libido tick (and many of the things that don't).
At the moment I am happy exploring the different types of erotica subgenres and will probably end up writing works that fit into most of them at some point in time.
I'm looking forward to seeing what participation in this group will do for my writing and what I can do for the group.

http://youtu.be/ggy-p6VtPrs
I hope you enjoy.

I am Elly Helcl, for better or for worse, I am attempting to do what I have always wanted to do for a living...write books. My first book is Tia's Folly : The Path to Destiny and the second book in the trilogy is set to be released the end of this month.
I read anything...classics, horror, mystery, romance, and everything inbetween. I have a favorite author in every genre. Last year for x-mas I got my first kindle and I already have about a hundred and fifty books that I have read on it.
If I could resurrect one author, it would be V.C. Andrews...I would like to see what she thinks of the books that were written based on her notes after her death...somehow, I don't think she would be pleased =)
Hi everybody! I am Isis Sousa, author of Art of Isis Sousa & Guests: Fantasy Digital Painting Techniques & Video Lectures
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I am also a fiction author, just editing my first illustrated short story (9 K words) and writing my first Epic Fantasy Illustrated novel.
I am also illustrator and graphic designer :)
Nonetheless, love heavy metal and books about leadership, history, mythology, fantasy, horror, mystery, etc...

I am also a fiction author, just editing my first illustrated short story (9 K words) and writing my first Epic Fantasy Illustrated novel.
I am also illustrator and graphic designer :)
Nonetheless, love heavy metal and books about leadership, history, mythology, fantasy, horror, mystery, etc...

I write about how myths and stories have changed our lives, and why the truly great stories have survived for thousands of years, to be retold, and adapted.
Have a Goodreads Giveaway going until Nov 28th.

Monica wrote: "When I read fiction it has to be a really great storyline...with characters that come alive and a gripping tale that makes me think.
I write about how myths and stories have changed out lives, and..."
Very interesting, got very curious about your book, added to my to-read list :)
I write about how myths and stories have changed out lives, and..."
Very interesting, got very curious about your book, added to my to-read list :)

I write about how myths and stories have changed..."
Thank You, Isis!

I love reading fantasy, horror and suspense. The book that got me writing is Armageddon's Children by Terry Brooks.
I am an indie author and my fantasy YA novel is now available at Amazon and Smashwords. Here are the links:
http://www.amazon.com/Guardians-of-th...
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
I'd also be happy to connect with you on Facebook or my blog:
http://africa2asia.wordpress.com
http://www.facebook.com/celia.stander

About my blog, Caution: Adults Playing:
Helpful people try so hard to make sure we grow up responsible and productive adults, that a lot of the enjoyment and refreshment we get from wonder and play is cut out of our lives exactly when we need it most – to help counteract the daily grind that's part of most grown up lives, and the accumulated disappointment that can lead to bitterness. But it's never too late to let them back in.
See www.ambermichellecook.com for my Wubbulous writing website, the blog, and my Chromatic Daffodil Shadows.

My name is LuuLuu Caillouet. I read all types of books from science fiction to mystery to feminine sexuality and sensuality. The last book I read was The Path of the Priestess by Sharron Rose. Recently I just published my first book on Amazon titled The Harlot Speaks..The Evolution from A Whore to A Goddess. It is my sexual journey that includes how to tips and erotica. I am working on my next book that will be erotica.
Hope you have time to read and enjoy. The book will be free to download tomorrow Friday May 10, 2013 and welcome reviews and will of course review all who read mine.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CF6MSX4
LuuLuu

I love Goodreads and have gotten many leads of fantastic books to read from the great posts here. My young adult science fiction adventure series, Water Worlds, features strong women leads and lots of excitement. I sure hope you'll give it a try!
Young Moon
Sami
Simma
Read more about the series on the Web site: http://WaterWorlds.me
Description of Book 1, "Young Moon":
Young Moon's father was Chinese on his mother’s side, and he could go on and on talking about the miraculous accomplishments of the great Chinese people.
He said more than once that they were among the most blessed and privileged of nations. After all, they had dozens of astronauts -- yuhangyuans -- in orbit and on the Moon, and there was a small base on Mars, too, being built by robots. Even bigger stations -- the ring cities -- were planned.
Young Moon used to get uncomfortable and wished he would lower his voice. Their walls were thin in Wonsan and school taught her that this kind of talk was treason. Teacher said the Dear Leader would know if you didn’t pay proper respect to the glories of the Homeland, and he could get very cross with you if he found out. Every screen was two-way and you never knew if someone was watching.
All she wanted was to be left alone to talk to the visions in her drawings -- visions that came to warn her of impending danger. But a chance word spoken by an angry classmate would force Young Moon’s family to flee North Korea for China, where she would witness her father set in motion a world-shaking disaster of epic proportions.
From the reviews:
5 Stars. "Gripping....could not put it down!"
5 Stars. "...highly imaginative, emotionally gripping, its images still haunt me."
5 Stars. "A Gripping Page-Turner!!!"
5 Stars. "...interesting characters and constant twists and turns."
5 Stars. "I can't wait to read more from this author."
5 Stars. "Do yourself a favor, and buy this book."


C.J. Heck
I would like to introduce a very special author. His name is Robert S. Cosmar.
Besides being an inspiring and talented author of four books in the spiritual awareness genre, he is an astrologer, blogger, and he manages several groups at Facebook, LinkedIn and Goodreads. Robert is also my life partner.

Robert S. Cosmar

Trilogy of Awareness: Heart to Heart Is Where We Start
Read a Preview:
http://www.goodreads.com/story/show/3...

The Magic of Love and Intimacy
Read a Preview:
http://www.goodreads.com/story/show/3...

Awareness: Being Fully Alive
Read a Preview:
http://www.goodreads.com/story/show/3...

Big Little Book of Whispers
***Goodreads Book Giveaway July 1-31:
Enter to Win 1 of 11 Autographed Copies:
http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sho...
Read a Preview:
http://www.goodreads.com/story/show/3...

I write a mixture (all trying to put in one story) of adventure, romance, action, sometimes paranormal, fantasy, and so on. I love a strong female lead with a male lead who is worthy of standing by the female. You can find me here:
http://www.lulu.com/spotlight/jnl0718
https://www.facebook.com/AuthorJennif...
http://www.amazon.com/Jennifer-Lynn/e...
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/fatal...

http://brittneyjoybooks.sqsp.com/



I am Elle Davis, Wound & Ostomy Nurse by day, and budding author by night. I just published my first y/a romance/fantasy novel, "Designed for Perfection" and am currently working on the 2nd book in the series. It's about a group of genetically engineered humans with extraordinary traits, trying to live in modern society. What makes my novel unique is that the concepts of DNA modification are introduced into my characters in a fairly realistic manner (no wings or fins)and the struggles that the characters go through represent what I believe might be the case if genetic engineering of human DNA is ever legalized. Read it and see if you agree.
I am giving away 20 paperback copies in GR giveaway which ends on 11/22/13. The book can also be purchased on e-kindle. The links are posted below.
Good luck to my fellow authors. I have worked in some of the most challenging areas of nursing (Post open heart ICU, ER) and I find writing just as challenging.
Designed for PerfectionElle Davis


I'm closing in on the end of the third of my novels all of which are available as ebooks only, except…
I have some physical copies of my first novel, which is a masterpiece of the above described writing style. Would you trade some reading time and a review for a signed hardcover edition of Devil Glass? Devil Glass If the answer is yes I offer one to you, postage free with your promise to put it in the top spot on your reading list and write a review on Goodreads. It's possible that I get no responses, in which case there are no issues. If, on the other hand, I get more response than expect your request for a copy should have a date/time stamp because supply is very limited and at $6 each postage cost becomes a factor.
ScaryBob 04/04/14 @ 10:00 AM EDT.

I would like to read your book. I leave my reviews on Goodreads, LibraryThing and Amazon.
Thanks
Sam

Hello Sam. Send me your address. All I ask is that you put it at the top of your reading list and write a review for Goodreads.




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My fifth book, Agamemnon Must Die, a retelling of the Greek trilogy, The Oresteia will be out in Oct. or Nov. It is based on Greek mythology/history.

I have varied reading tastes, from YA to darker stuff. I’m a stickler for stories that are realistic, in the sense that the characters and their actions must feel true. Harry Potter was realistic to me because Rowling made it so by knowing her characters’ backstories and everything about Hogwarts and magic.
I have an author blog, http://suzannemckennalink.blogspot.com. There you’ll find the typical information about my book and writings, but I also write inspirational segments on life.
If anyone is interested in reading Saving Toby, I will be happy to exchange an ebook copy for a review. Please message me.

Thanks!

I'm a sucker for romance novels, but I especially have a sweet spot for historical romances - Dukes, Highlanders, Pirates - you name it, I love it. I also enjoy horror (Stephen King variety), suspense and fantasy stories. I read almost as much as I write and I alway write reviews for the books I read.
You can learn more about me on my website at:
http://www.rcmatthews.com
If anyone is interested, both Little White Lies and Date Night are on sale now thru 11/21 for $0.99. And A Night To Remember will be free the week of 12/8.

My Introduction:
Name: Varun Sayal
Favorite Books: The day of the jackal, Doctor Who novels, Issac Asimov Books
Favorite Genres: Science Fiction
Favorite TV shows: Altered Carbon, Stargate SG1, Battlestar Galactica
Favorite Movies: Inception, Minority Report
Favorite Food: Pizza
Day Job: Manager, Data Science
Hobbies: Writing
Other: Huge fan of all of sci-fi. Very recently I gave birth to a book, so now I am a new author too. Any tips for me?

Anyone who likes Heavy Metal is bound to be a cool person!!

I'm Ruth Miranda, full time writer, with seven published books. One is a mystery romance novel, the other six fall into the paranormal urban fantasy genre and are series - actually companion series, as both are set in the same "universe" of Preternaturals I created. Am currently working on a paranormal fantasy trilogy involving Arthurian lore and an epic fantasy novel. I love reading fantasy, it's my fave genre, whether it is epic or urban, paranormal, etc. I'm also a food blogger.
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