Saturday, May 30, 2015

Sale Alert: Granted Wishes by Tanya Vought

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"Granted Wishes", a contemporary romance
by author Tanya Vought,
is only $0.99 from May 29 to May 31.

23841112Granted Wishes

Tanya Vought

Contemporary Romance

A decision that will change her life forever.

After the loss of her husband, Gracelynn Calhoun has struggled with her life and career. Forced to take a four week vacation or be fired from her job, she surprises everyone including herself and agrees to the vacation.

The owner of Antonetti Suites, Giovanni works hard and doesn’t have time for relationships or love. That is until he literally crashes into Gracelynn. She brings back all the feelings he thought he would never feel again.

With the odds stacked against them in every way possible, will they forge ahead together or will this be the end of the road for their newfound love? Will the whispers from above bring them together or will misunderstandings ruin what could be an amazing second chance at love?

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Reviews

"Beautifully written story that has you feeling you are part of the story. Makes you feel every emotion the wonderful characters are experiencing and keeps you wanting more!! I too am a hopeless romantic and this book had me laughing, crying and feeling hopeful that true love does still exist!!! I can't wait for the next release in the series!!!"

"Granted wishes is a magical story of love lost and new beginnings."

"Gracelyn and Giovanni story was so beautifully written that it captured my heart. This story has everything fate, faith, love, loss, grief, letting go, finding yourself, second chances, miracles, and soul mates. Get your Kleenex box handy as there are some tear jerking moments."

"Brew up a cuppa, curl up in soft armchair and prepare to be entertained."

"The premise of this book was an incredible tale of immeasurably and everlasting love, despite the fact that many would scoff at the possibility."

About the Author

Tanya Vought is a hopeless romantic. She loves reading, writing, singing and doing crafts with her children. What started as a lifelong dream became reality. She’s overjoyed that readers will get to read her debut, Granted Wishes. She loves her characters sexy and sassy. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two amazing and imaginative children.
Visit her website.

Friday, May 29, 2015

Cover Reveal: Forget Tomorrow by Pintip Dunn

It's been a great week for cover reveals :)
Here's another intriguing cover from Entangled Teen


Forget Tomorrow

Pintip Dunn

Release Date: 11/03/15
Entangled Teen

Summary from Goodreads:

Imagine a world where your destiny has already been decided...by your future self.

It's Callie’s seventeenth birthday and, like everyone else, she's eagerly awaiting her vision―a memory sent back in time to sculpt each citizen into the person they're meant to be. A world-class swimmer. A renowned scientist.

Or in Callie's case, a criminal.

In her vision, she sees herself murdering her gifted younger sister. Before she can process what it means, Callie is arrested and placed in Limbo―a prison for those destined to break the law. With the help of her childhood crush, Logan, a boy she hasn’t spoken to in five years, she escapes the hellish prison.

But on the run from her future, as well as the government, Callie sets in motion a chain of events that she hopes will change her fate. If not, she must figure out how to protect her sister from the biggest threat of all—Callie, herself. 



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About the Author

When my first-grade teacher asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, I replied, “An author.” Although I have pursued other interests over the years, this dream has never wavered.

I graduated from Harvard University, magna cum laude, with an A.B. in English Literature and Language. I received my J.D. at Yale Law School, where I was an editor of the YALE LAW JOURNAL. I published an article in the YALE LAW JOURNAL, entitled, “How Judges Overrule: Speech Act Theory and the Doctrine of Stare Decisis,” and received the Barry S. Kaplan Prize for best paper in Law and Literature.

I am represented by literary agent Beth Miller of Writers House. I'm a 2012 Golden Heart® finalist and a 2014 double-finalist. I'm a member of Romance Writers of AmericaWashington Romance WritersYARWA, and The Golden Network.


I live with my husband and children in Maryland.

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Thursday, May 28, 2015

Cover Reveal: Library Jumpers by Brenda Drake


Library Jumpers

Brenda Drake

Release Date: January 2016
Entangled Teen

Summary from Goodreads:

Gia Kearns would rather fight with boys than kiss them. That is, until Arik, a leather clad hottie in the Boston Athenaeum, suddenly disappears. While examining the book of world libraries he abandoned, Gia unwittingly speaks the key that sucks her and her friends into a photograph and transports them into a Paris library, where Arik and his Sentinels—magical knights charged with protecting humans from the creatures traveling across the gateway books—rescue them from a demonic hound.
Jumping into some of the world's most beautiful libraries would be a dream come true for Gia, if she weren’t busy resisting her heart or dodging an exiled wizard seeking revenge on both the Mystik and human worlds. Add a French flirt obsessed with Arik and a fling with a young wizard, and Gia must choose between her heart and her head, between Arik's world and her own, before both are destroyed.



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About the Author

Brenda Drake, the youngest of three children, grew up an Air Force brat and the continual new kid at school until her family settled in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Brenda’s fondest memories growing up is of hereccentric, Irish grandmother’s animated tales, which gave her a strong love for storytelling. So it was onlyfitting that she would choose to write young adult and middle grade novels with a bend toward thefantastical. When Brenda’s not writing or doing the social media thing, she’s haunting libraries, bookstores,and coffee shops or reading someplace quiet and not at all exotic (much to her disappointment).

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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Book Review: The Artisans by Julie Reece + Giveaway



The Artisans

Julie Reece

YA Fairy Tale Retelling
Month9Books
May 12, 2015

Amazon | Barnes & Noble | kobo | TBD

They say death can be beautiful. But after the death of her mother, seventeen-year-old Raven Weathersby gives up her dream of becoming a fashion designer, barely surviving life in the South Carolina lowlands.

To make ends meet, Raven works after school as a seamstress creating stunning works of fashion that often rival the great names of the day.

Instead of making things easier on the high school senior, her stepdad's drinking leads to a run in with the highly reclusive heir to the Maddox family fortune, Gideon Maddox.

But Raven's stepdad's drying out and in no condition to attend the meeting with Maddox. So Raven volunteers to take his place and offers to repay the debt in order to keep the only father she's ever known out of jail, or worse.

Gideon Maddox agrees, outlining an outrageous demand: Raven must live in his home for a year while she designs for Maddox Industries' clothing line, signing over her creative rights.

Her handsome young captor is arrogant and infuriating to the nth degree, and Raven can't imagine working for him, let alone sharing the same space for more than five minutes.

But nothing is ever as it seems. Is Gideon Maddox the monster the world believes him to be? And can he stand to let the young seamstress see him as he really is?

I received this book from the author in exchange for an honest review

The Artisans is a modern retelling of Beauty and the Beast set in South Carolina. The entire story has a very dark, gothic feel to it that created a rich environment. Very similar to the legend, it begins with heroine Raven indenturing herself to Gideon in order to save her stepfather, the only family she has. While the story was an intriguing twist on the classic, it never captured my heart as I hoped.

Plot and ambiance are king here. Vivid descriptions paint a rich tapestry so real I could practically feel the humidity in the air. I really think the author nailed the setting-- it was perfect for this story, and I loved the pervasive darkness. The actual plot itself, aside from being a retelling, was quite interesting. I really enjoyed the strange denizens wandering the halls and grounds of the manor.

The main characters, on the other hand, fell a bit flat for me. I never really felt much at all for Gideon, and the Beast has always been one of my favorite tortured male leads. Raven was a sweet girl, spunky, curious-- I liked her but didn't really... oh, I don't know... feel much for her. Now some of the secondary characters-- well, they seemed to have more life than the main characters. Every once in a while, one of the main characters would say or do something that seemed off which drew me right out of the story.

In addition, the pacing felt a tad uneven. The last third of the book was great, so good in fact that I didn't want to put it down. The beginning and especially the middle dragged at times. But, as I said earlier, the plot is intriguing-- I really liked the paranormal aspect. It was different from other things I've read recently and that's quite refreshing. Plus-- gotta love those 'happily ever after' endings.

If you like an interesting gothic tale with romance and the paranormal-- especially of you like fairy tale retellings-- then I think you'll enjoy The Artisans.

About the Author

Born in Ohio, I lived next to my grandfather’s horse farm until the fourth grade. Summers were about riding, fishing and make-believe, while winter brought sledding and ice-skating on frozen ponds. Most of life was magical, but not all.

I struggled with multiple learning disabilities, did not excel in school. I spent much of my time looking out windows and daydreaming. In the fourth grade (with the help of one very nice teacher) I fought dyslexia for my right to read, like a prince fights a dragon in order to free the princess locked in a tower, and I won.

Afterwards, I read like a fiend. I invented stories where I could be the princess… or a gifted heroine from another world who kicked bad guy butt to win the heart of a charismatic hero. Who wouldn’t want to be a part of that? Later, I moved to Florida where I continued to fantasize about superpowers and monsters, fabricating stories (my mother called it lying) and sharing them with my friends.
Then I thought I’d write one down…

Hooked, I’ve been writing ever since. I write historical, contemporary, urban fantasy, adventure, and young adult romances. I love strong heroines, sweeping tales of mystery and epic adventure… which must include a really hot guy. My writing is proof you can work hard to overcome any obstacle. 

Don’t give up. I say, if you write, write on!

Connect with the Author:  Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads

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Cover Reveal: Madison's Song by Christine Amsden

I loved the Cassie Scot series and am so excited to reveal the cover for Madison's Song, a standalone companion to the series!


Madison's Song

Christine Amsden

Paranormal Romance
Cover by: Tamian Wood
Coming July 15, 2015 in ebook & September 15, 2015 in paper (tentative)

Her voice is enchanting; his soul is black…

Madison Carter has been terrified of Scott Lee since the night he saved her from an evil sorcerer – then melted into a man-eating monster before her eyes. The werewolf is a slave to the moon, but Madison’s nightmares are not.

Despite her fears, when Madison’s brother, Clinton, is bitten by a werewolf, she knows there is only one man who can help. A man who frightens her all the more because even in her nightmares, he also thrills her.
Together for the first time since that terrible night, Scott and Madison drive to Clinton’s home only to discover that he’s vanished. Frantic now, Madison must overcome her fears and uncover hidden strengths if she hopes to save him. And she’s not the only one fighting inner demons. Scott’s are literal, and they have him convinced that he will never deserve the woman he loves.

*Stand-alone companion to the Cassie Scot series

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New Release Alert! Reflected by Majanka Verstraete - Giveaway

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Mirrorland #2

Majanka Verstraete

Young Adult, Paranormal Mystery, Romance, Dark Fantasy

When Alison was stuck in Mirrorland, all she wanted was to be alive again. Now she’s gotten her revenge by inhabiting Piper's body and trapping her behind the mirror. But pretending to be Piper is more difficult than she imagined it would be.

On top of that, the borders between Mirrorland and the real world are crumbling. Danger abounds, demons appear in high school, and if wasn’t for the help of a new mysterious guy, Alison might not have escaped. But there’s more to this guy than meets the eye, and she’s determined to find out what, especially since it might be related to her own supernatural problems.

Meanwhile, Piper tries to convince the Horseman of Death to help her return to her own world, but he's got his own hidden agenda, which may cause more serious risks. Can Piper find a way to restore the balance before both worlds collide?

Author Bio

Majanka VerstraeteMajanka Verstraete begged her Mom to teach her how to read while she was still in kindergarten. By the time she finished fifth grade, she had read through the entire children’s section of her hometown library.

She wrote her first story when she was seven years old, and hasn’t stopped writing since. With an imagination that never sleeps, and hundreds of possible book characters screaming for her attention, writing is more than a passion for her.

She writes about all things supernatural for children of all ages. She’s tried to write contemporary novels before, but something paranormal always manages to crawl in.

Majanka is currently studying for her Master of Laws degree, and hopes one day to be able to combine her passions for law and writing. When she’s not writing, reading or studying, she likes watching “The Vampire Diaries” and “Game of Thrones,” spending time with her friends, or playing “World of Warcraft.”

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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Thomas by V.A. Dold - Excerpt & Giveaway



Thomas
Le Beau Series, Book 4

V.A. Dold

Paranormal Romance
April 10, 2015

Amazon

Julia is happy with her place in the shifter community as the owner of the famous shifter bar, The Backwater. But the life she's created for herself isn't enough to satisfy her crazy-ass mother, Lucinda, who shops her and her sister, Krystal, around to the pure blood shifters like pieces of meat. Only a born shifter mate is good enough for her girls.

Thomas James has his hands full as the shifter king's head of security. He certainly wasn’t looking for a girlfriend during the first annual shifter gathering. He had the king and queen to protect, not skirts to chase.

A childhood of emotional and physical abuse by his birth father has left Thomas emotionally unavailable and uninterested in romantic relationships. His father Tim’s cruelty to his mother and brother molded him into an extremely protective person. No one messes with his loved ones without answering to him.

Even though Julia and Thomas are destined to be mates, the obstacles standing between them and their happily-ever-after seem insurmountable.

Lucinda insists Julia stay away from the filthy human.

Tim is trying to kill every one Thomas loves. The mysterious Benevolent Sovereign, who is trying to overthrow the throne, has sent swampers to attack Thomas and destroy Julia’s livelihood.

With family like theirs, who needs enemies? Will Julia and Thomas’s happiness be snuffed out before it has a chance to begin or will they forge through - obstacles be damned.

Excerpt

Prologue- The Plan

Only the birds singing and the leaves ruffling in the breeze shared Emma’s solitude. Reverently, she knelt before the dais constructed for John’s conversion. As part of its preparation, she had taken her daily meditation time at its base.
 Closing her eyes and lifting her hands in supplication, she began to pray. “Mother Luperca, I ask that you bless this holy site and give it your approval.”
As she knelt quietly, a soft voice greeted her, “Beloved daughter, I give this site my approval. All is prepared for my newest son, John, to join my family.”
“May I also inquire about my unmated sons?”
“You ask about your sons, but that is not what I feel in your heart. Your true concern is for Thomas, and the plan I have for him.”
“If it pleases you, may I be honored with the knowledge of your plan?”
“Thomas is destined to be Julia’s mate.”
“How may I be of assistance in bringing this mating to fruition?”
“Julia will attend the gathering. Ensure that they meet.”
“Thank you, Mother. How may I be of further service?”
“Your daily worship pleases me well, child. You do enough. Blessed be.”
“Blessed be, Mother.”
Emma completed her prayers and final preparations, excited to tell Isaac her news.

*****
Isaac sat in his office responding to emails from the other pack patriarchs. The gathering was shaping up to be a complete success with every family in the region attending.
“Isaac! Isaac, where are you, cher?” Emma called through the house.
“In here, mon amour.”
“I can’t believe it!” Emma perched in the chair opposite him. “The Goddess has given me the next mate.”
“Who?” he asked excitedly. “Lucas? Marcus?”
Emma leaned toward him and whispered her incredible secret. “Thomas.”
“No! How?”
“Julia.” Emma clapped excitedly. “She’s his mate.”
“I never saw that coming.” Isaac laughed.
“That’s why he isn’t being converted with John.”
Isaac nodded. “He’ll be converted by Julia during the ritual.”
“The Goddess told me Julia will attend the gathering, and our job is to ensure they meet.”
“All right,” Isaac grinned, “that should be easy enough. I’ll keep tabs on Thomas, and you watch Julia. If they don’t meet on their own, one of us will make sure they are introduced.”

About the Author

V.A. Dold Amazon best selling author of the Award winning Le Beau Brothers series.

Prior to becoming a full time writer, she was publicist to the authors, owning ARC Author & Reader Conventions. Still is.

Her idea of absolute heaven is a day in the French Quarter with her computer, her coffee mug and the Brothers, of course.

A Midwest native with her heart lost to Louisiana, she has a penchant for titillating tales featuring sexy men and strong women. When she's not writing, she's probably taking in a movie, reading, or traveling.

Connect with V.A.Dold

Visit V.A.'s website www.vadold.com 
Like on Faceboook at https://www.facebook.com/vickieann1 
Follow on twitter at @VADOLD https://twitter.com/VADOLD 

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Monday, May 25, 2015

Interview with Colleen Helme, Author of Crossing Danger + Giveaway



 Crossing Danger
A Shelby Nichols Adventure

Colleen Helme

Mystery
April 27, 2015

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Shelby Nichols isn’t your average soccer-mom turned private investigator. She’s more on the quirky side with a little wild thrown in. That’s because a near-fatal gunshot wound to the head left her with the ability to read minds. This lands her in all kinds of trouble, and this time is no exception. Helping a reporter, Billie Jo, get the low-down on a case is just the tip of the iceberg. When her best friend’s niece goes missing, Shelby is pulled into a conspiracy that involves the police and the leader of a violent drug ring. Add to that a stranger in town with ties to the mob-boss she works for, along with a known assassin out to kill him, and Shelby is crossing danger at every turn. Will she find the answers in time? Or will this be her last adventure?




Interview with Colleen Helme

Tell us about the main character. Who is Shelby?
Shelby is a 30-something housewife with a husband and 2 kids. She lives in the suburbs and is a member of the PTA and goes to church. She could be your neighbor... except for the fact that a freaky brush with death gave her the ability to read minds. This turns her world upside down as she tries to deal with knowing what everyone around her is thinking. It gets her into all kinds of trouble, from getting involved with a mob-boss, his handsome hitman, the police, and her beginning own consulting agency. All she really wants to do is the right thing... but that’s not always so black and white.

What’s it like to be able to read minds? Can Shelby turn the power on and off?
Can you imagine knowing what your husband really thinks about you, especially when you do something stupid... and what about your kids? How about your mom or your best friend? It’s not easy to know these things, and Shelby has to be careful that her feelings don’t get hurt all the time. She also has to work hard at answering what people say rather than what they think. Let me put it this way: I don’t think I’d want that ability! Yes, she can block thoughts, but it’s not as simple as turning it off and on. It takes a lot of effort when the norm is “on” so she’s not always successful.

What are some interesting things you learned while writing/researching Crossing Danger?
Yes, I had to ask a friend who was a policeman for 20 years some of the ins and outs of a missing child and how the police would handle that, so that was interesting.

Were there any scenes that were particularly difficult to write?
Sometimes it feels like all of them! Writing is hard work, but I had a fan who once told me that if I was ever struggling, to write a scene with Ramos in it and I’d be good to go. That actually happened in this book, so I followed her advice, and it made a huge difference!

Is there anything you’d like to tell your readers about Crossing Danger?
Yes! I don’t actually do Aikido, but my daughter and son-in-law are both second-degree black belts, so I’ve watched them both many times. They’ve even demonstrated the moves I’ve put in the book, with me and on me! So that part is totally authentic!

If you could visit anyplace in the world (cost is no object), where would you go?
PARIS! Actually Shelby is going to Paris in the next book... so I really think I should go there too, don’t you?

What’s your favorite TV show or movie?
CASTLE!! It’s also Shelby’s favorite TV show (I wonder how that happened?) I actually got to have my picture taken with Nathon Fillion – so that was a dream come true!

What’s your go to comfort food?
Chocolate-covered-marshmellow bears. I adore them. After that, it’s Cheetos... I mean who can resist those?

Where can readers find you online?
I have a newsletter on my website for anyone who is interested on updates for book news!

Audible: http://www.audible.com/series/ref=a_pd_Myster_c2__1_sa?asin=B00CYRDNOC

Thanks so much for hosting me today. I’ve enjoyed being here and sharing my new book release, CROSSING DANGER, with you! Colleen

About the Author


As the author of the Shelby Nichols Adventure Series, Colleen is often asked if Shelby Nichols is her alter-ego. "Definitely," she says. "Shelby is the epitome of everything I wish I dared to be." Known for her laugh since she was a kid, Colleen has always tried to find the humor in every situation and continues to enjoy writing about Shelby's adventures. "I love getting Shelby into trouble...I just don't always know how to get her out of it!" Colleen lives in the Rocky Mountains with her family. Besides writing, she loves a good book, biking, hiking, and playing board and card games with family and friends. She loves to connect with readers and admits that fans of the series keep her writing.

 Website: http://www.colleenhelme.com
Twitter: @ColleenHelme
Blog: http://www.shelbynicholsconsulting.com

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