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Friday, July 5, 2013

A Secret Fate by Susan Griscom Cover Reveal




Title: A Secret Fate (A Whisper Cape Novel, Book 3)
Author: Susan Griscom
Publisher: Amber Glow Books
COVER DESIGN by Susan Griscom
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Release Date: Fall 2013
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Synopsis:
Book three in the Whisper Cape Series.

Gerry, Addie and Cael almost captured Careen’s murderer but lost Cael in the battle. Is he alive? If so, will he return? And the bigger question, thanks to Gerry's handiwork, will Cael remember Addie? Is their love lost with him?

Addie’s family and friends think she should keep her relationship with Cael a secret from him so he isn't forced into feelings he can't remember.
Just what she needs, more secrets and on top of everything else, someone stole the crystal. How is she supposed to get over the loss of her lover, a lover she'd barely had for only a few short months and deal with the secret of the lost crystal at the same time?

Aiden wants nothing more than to help Addie overcome her grief and get over Cael. Or is that all he wants? What happens when too many people know the secret and someone slips up? 

An unedited Excerpt from A Secret Fate
 For the umpteenth time, over the past two weeks, Addie recited the words over and over again in her head, begging, pleading, Cael, please remember me. Please remember you love me.
Dragging her useless, helpless, and now rail-thin of a frame from the bed—their bed, his bed—she stumbled into the bathroom, hardly recognizing the person in the mirror. The sunken, dark eyes, her indented cheekbones, only made her brown eyes look larger and more recessed, giving her face a hollow look. Well, that was fine, now her face matched her hollow and empty soul.
She couldn’t work, couldn’t sleep, couldn’t eat. Gerry threatened to give her job to Darcy permanently if she didn’t snap out of it and get her rear end into the bar soon. She didn’t care. Why should she? Let Darcy have the damn job. She didn’t need it. She had her trust fund, didn’t she? She couldn’t face going in there, seeing all those people, everyone asking how she was getting along … without Cael—the unspoken part of the sentence. Well, how the hell did they think she was? She just lost the man she loved. Lost her dad the year before. Who would be next? Who would she lose next? Maia? The Twins who weren’t even born yet? Unthinkable. But, as the old saying went, bad things happened in threes. Maybe if she stayed home, away from other people, nobody else would die or disappear. Her family, friends, they’d all taken turns checking in on her, Darcy one day, Maia another. Gerry, Cael’s uncle Bart even stopped by. Someone, once a day would come knocking on her door, trying to coax her out of the house. “Not ready,” she’d say. “I need time.” How much time would it take? How much time does a person normally require before they learn to cope with the loss of a loved one? Learn to cope? She didn’t want to learn to cope. Addie hadn’t had much time with Cael to begin with. She felt cheated. Resentful and cheated that she didn’t get to love and enjoy her soul mate for any longer than only a few short months. According to Maia, Cael and Addie were fated. She and Cael had joked, laughing about it being a secret fate because of Addie’s secluded and sheltered childhood. Well, fate was cruel, wasn’t it?

About Susan
Susan Griscom daydreams often. And sometimes her daydreams interfere with her daydreams not to mention real life. Because, let’s face it, her character’s lives are so much more exciting. Sometimes it’s young adult or new adult or just plain old mainstream fiction and sometimes it’s paranormal romance, where her playing field delves into a different milieu than the usual vampires and werewolves. Some day she might write about fangs and fur, but for now she prefers sticking to strong heroes and heroines confronted with extraordinary forces of nature, powers and abilities beyond the norm, mixed with a little romance to get the blood boiling.
Susan lives in the Sierra Foothills in Northern California with her very romantic husband, her small yippy dog, Riley, and her humongous black cat, Saké. Her family consists of his and hers; four wonderful sons and one beautiful daughter, and seven grand angels.
Susan loves when a story takes hold and pulls her into the fantasy, that's magic.
You can visit Susan at http://susangriscom.com or email her at susan@susangriscom.com.  She loves hearing from her fans.

Links to learn more about Susan:
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Other works by Susan:
WHISPER CAPE (Book 1)
Amazon USA
Amazon UK
Barnes & Noble
REFLECTIONS (Whisper Cape, Book 2)
Amazon USA
Amazon UK
Barnes & Noble


ALLUSIVE AFTERSHOCK
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Amazon UK
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 BRIEF INTERLUDES
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Amazon UK








 
EROTIC INTERLUDES
Amazon USA
Amazon UK
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Living In The Aftermath by K.A. Coleman Blog Tour


Title: Living In The Aftermath (The Ties That Binf Us 02)

Author: K.A. Coleman


Release date: June, 2013


Genre:  Young Adult


Tour: Irresistible Reads Book Tours
 
 
Book Description:
At the start of her junior year, Savannah had it all: popularity, money, cheerleading, a boyfriend, and a best friend. Unfortunately, when you have it all, you risk losing everything. After a tragic accident forever changes her life and the lives of her friends, Savannah finds herself faced with a decision to make. She can try to slip back into her old life, flaws and all, or she can try to redefine herself for her last year of high school. Is it even possible that Savannah can change after having everything go her way for 18 years?
Jacob has nothing to lose. He has seen one too many schools and wants nothing more than to graduate, so he can finally stay in one place for more than a year. In fact, Jacob thinks he has every clique and student pegged after switching schools so frequently. When Jacob finds himself face to face with Savannah, he realizes that she doesn’t quite fit into one of the high school stereotypes.
In fact, they’re both harboring rather big secrets. Maintaining a friendship or any kind of relationship can be akin to balancing on the thinnest of tight ropes. When the rope is made of lies, revenge, and half-truths, well, it’s only a matter of time before everything and everyone comes crashing down.


Goodreads – http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18074914-living-in-the-aftermath
Friendships and Relationships
 
When I wrote Holding On and Letting Go, I knew where the series would end. It became a matter of which issues I wanted to tackle on the journey. Here's the thing. I didn't want to write a sequel just to find a way to tear Emerson and Matt apart. Readers deserve better than a repeat of book one with one unlikable character whose sole job is to destroy all love and happiness.

I knew immediately I wanted Savannah as one of my narrators. Yes, she says some truly awful things in Holding On and Letting Go, but she also got dumped out of nowhere. Personally, I wouldn't want to be judged solely on the worst comments I've ever made. I think readers will relate with her internal struggle to figure out just who she is. I'm 27, and I'm still figuring out who I am. Unfortunately, character doesn't come in a nice wrapped gift box. I don't believe your character is determined by the obstacles you face, but I do believe character is shown in how you react to setbacks or grow from them.

The second narrator, Jacob, is new to the series. Most people tell me that he's their favorite character. He brings an outsider's view to the group which is needed. The various perspectives not only give you two sides to this story but also two sides to events that happened in Holding On and Letting Go.

If the first book is about the relationship between siblings, the second book is about friendships and your relationship with yourself. I know we've all read the horror stories where a girl was physically abused by a guy, and we all know that's wrong and it's a sign to get out of the relationship. What I don't think is shown enough in YA literature is that a relationship/friendship doesn't have to be physically abusive for the relationship to be toxic. Not all friendships and relationships have the strength to last. Personally, if you asked me where my friends from elementary school are currently, I would need to go facebook stalking. We grew up, and we grew apart. My family moved when I was 15, and I learned quickly that sometimes you have to let go of the past to make room for your present and future. With that said, three of my bridesmaids (I'll have been married for like 72 hours by the time you read this post) are my friends from the high school from which I graduated. Those three friendships have endured the tests of distance and changing.

Sometimes I think we make excuses for people for far too long. We say things like, "Well, he/she didn't mean it" or "Well, that's just (insert name)." Yes, well, if (insert name) make you feel bad about yourself, that's not healthy. It's not a good friendship or relationship, but we stick around because it seems like a better option than venturing into the unknown. It's not. These are the issue the characters have to navigate in Living in the Aftermath. Quite honestly, these are the issues that we as people face in our own worlds.

 

I'm not really going to write a biography. Though I am supportive of the high schools and colleges I have attended, it's probably not actually the most interesting stuff about me. I'm going to do a list of five really random things instead for now.

1) I like making lists. It's weird, and I never actually scratch things off of the list.
2) I sing and dance in the car like a maniac.
3) For the first six years of my life, I truly believed a shark lived under my bed. I watched Jaws at too young of an age.
4) Without a doubt, I am a night person. I am enormously grumpy when first woken up in the morning.
5) When I was younger, I read almost every Nancy Drew book, both new and old. I had a notebook, and I would take notes to see if I could figure out who the "bad guy" was before Nancy did. We probably tied






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Tuesday, July 2, 2013

Authors Blog Hop Hosted by Lady Amber's Reviews

 
Here is a review for Today Only by Author Rick Veal
 
"Now I lay me down to sleep ... I pray the Lord my soul to keep ... If I shall die before I wake ... I pray the Lord my soul to take..."

With that simple childhood prayer, peace comes to one and heartache comes to another ... one soul travels on and another soul must stay behind. I finished reading "Today Only" and my thoughts were ... oh my God ... how deeply touching a story. I sat with tears in my eyes as I read, hoping to the end for a miracle ... but knowing deep inside that it wouldn't and couldn't happen. This story has touched my life on so many levels ... it's just amazing ... there's no other word to describe it.
I know that "Today Only" is just a story, a story from the heart of a mother, containing all of a Mother's love for her family. As I read it I often felt that it was 'too real' to be just a story ... and there were so many times throughout it that I had to ask myself `did this really happen?'. The author tells the story in such a way that it often seems as if she has pulled aside a curtain and allowed us a look into her most private life ... her happiness, her hurt, and her overcoming's. While the story is filled with sadness, sorrow and heartbreak, the overarching theme is that true Love is the most powerful thing in the universe and it will conquer everything in the end.
"Today Only" illustrates just how fragile life really is ... and that when it's all said and done, all we really have is our love for one another. This is a must-read story for anyone who finds themselves or a loved one in a life-threatening situation. This single story will inspire hope in you ... you'll laugh, you'll cry, and you'll come to a deeper understanding that others have fought the fight before you and made it through. It will give you the inner strength to continue to fight and in spite of what some may think they see you'll come to understand that one way or another ... you've won the battle. Then when you finally do reach the end of the struggle, you'll find that inner strength and peace, like Rye, to say in childlike innocence ... "Now I lay me down to sleep ..."


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Friday, June 28, 2013

Love, Lies, and Deception cover reveal

Title: Love, Lies, and Deception
Author: L.P. Dover
Cover Artist: Mae I Design
Release Date: August 2013
 
 





Book Blurb 
What do you do when the one person you thought you knew turns out to be the one you knew the least?

Twenty-three year old Marissa Chase, and soon to be college graduate, has everything going for her: wonderful friends, a lucrative degree, and a chance to explore the world. What made it even better - or so she thought - was when her path crossed with the alluring Alec Holden. Unable to stay away from him, Marissa experiences a love like no other, and falls into his world of passion and intrigue. However, things begin to shift when this path takes a deadly turn.

Her trust is put to the test when hidden dangers unfold before her, revealing secrets that have been buried for years. Secrets that were meant to stay hidden. Murder, lies, and betrayal … will Marissa figure it all out in time and escape with her life intact, or will she be too late and fall into the trap of deception? 

 
 
 
 
About The Author
L.P. Dover lives in the beautiful state of North Carolina with her husband and two wonderful daughters. She's an avid reader that loves her collection of books. Writing has always been her passion and she's delighted to share it with the world. L.P. Dover spent several years in college starting out with a major in Psychology and then switching to dental. She worked in the dental field for eight years and then decided to stay home with her two beautiful girls. She spent the beginning of her reading years indulging in suspense thrillers, but now she can't get away from the paranormal/fantasy books. Now that she has started on her passion and began writing, you will not see her go anywhere without a notebook, pen, and her secret energy builder….chocolate.
 
 
 
Author Links
 
Other Books By L.P. Dover
 

 
Forever Fae (Forever Fae 1)
 
  
Betrayals of Spring (Forever Fae 2)
 
 
 
 Summer of Frost (Forever Fae 3)
Kobo: Should be available soon!
 
 
 
Love's Second Chance (Second Chances 1)
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Saturday, June 22, 2013

Forever Fae & Betrayals of Spring Blog Tour

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Forever Fae Synopsis
He leans down, lips parted, and then our lips connect... We didn’t know that this one kiss has FOREVER changed the Land of the Fae.
According to the Prophecy proclaimed many years ago, Princess Calista of the Summer Court is destined to change the Land of the Fae from the evil determined to destroy it. Her powers are phenomenal, and she secretly trains for battle with her handsome warrior friend, Merrick, who unbeknownst to her protects her heart as well, in hopes of keeping it for himself. At least, until the seductive Prince Ryder attends the Guardian Ceremony and instantly sends a fire burning through her veins and a connection so deep they both discover a love above anything imaginable.
No one knows how Calista is destined to change the kingdoms, but there is one that does. He not only craves Calista’s power, but her body as well, and his goal is to steal her power, make her his Dark Queen, and take over the Land of the Fae.
Will the evil succeed in claiming Calista’s soul? Or will the two men that fight for her heart save her from despair, and help her fulfill her destiny to become what she was meant to be.

***Warning: this book contains graphic language, sex, and violence. Mature readers only. Not intended for young adult readers.***
Character Bios:
Calista: Eldest princess of the Summer Court, and twin to her brother, Drake. Destined to be the most powerful of all the faeries in the Land of the Fae. Wavy, golden-blonde hair with glowing green eyes, and sun-kissed skin. She's very stubborn, caring, and strong. Her magical abilities consist of all the elements: earth, air, fire, and water. Calista loves to travel to the mortal realm with her best friend, Xylia. Her favorite food is spaghetti, and she loves to read. Excellent dagger thrower, and never misses her target. Loves mythology, and has a close kinship to her kelpies.
Ryder: Eldest prince of the Winter Court, and leader of their army of warriors. He's tall and has spiky, brown hair and electric blue eyes. He also has the pale, creamy skin of the Winter Fae. Has a very rare gift of making himself invisible. He has a serious attitude, and determined to always get what he wants. He secretly loves to cook.
Xylia: Calista's best friend. Tall, but very skinny with blonde hair. Her parents are on the Summer Court council. Smart mouth and very outgoing. She always speaks her mind and doesn't care how she speaks it. She's also part wood nymph and hates it when Calista reads. Loves to color her hair to match her clothes, and enjoys travelling to the mortal realm with Calista.
Merrick: Calista's best friend as well and also her guardian. They share a mental bond that connects them intimately so he can protect her. He loves her and tries desperately to get her to love him back. He has curly, blond hair and soft brown eyes. His magical ability is that of fire. Secretly helps Calista train in battle even though it's looked down upon with the council. He loves to joke around, but when it comes to protecting Calista he puts all other matters aside.


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Betrayals of Spring Synopsis
The smell of rain vastly approaches as we are lying on the ground in a sea of flowers. They surround our bodies while the fresh Spring wind caresses our skin with its soft, gentle touch. Combined as one, we stare into each other’s eyes as we bask in the pleasure of our love and OUR land.

The Land of the Fae has flourished bringing a new beginning and a new court, the Fall Court. Five years have passed since then along with the dreaded day that Meliantha, Summer Court Princess and one of the powerful Four, was betrayed and broken-hearted by the sexy and alluring Winter Prince, Kalen. Spurned by the man she loves, Meliantha has turned and fallen into the arms of the fierce and handsome warrior, Finn, who understands she can never love him, but wants more than anything to mend her broken heart.
The Winter Solstice Ball is approaching, meaning Meliantha will have to face the Winter Prince and make it out of there with her heart intact. But what does she do when Prince Kalen acts as if nothing ever happened and seems more in love with her than ever before?

The dark sorcerer has planned his twisted game of lies and deceit well, and has enjoyed making himself a player without anyone’s knowledge. The game is almost over and the players are exactly where they are needed to be. Will Meliantha figure out his twisted game and save all the players? Or will the dark sorcerer once again obtain the power of the Four and take everything away from her…..even her one true love?



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Character Bios:
Meliantha: One of Calista's younger sisters and one of the Four. She has beautiful auburn hair and amethyst colored eyes. Her magical abilities are for nature and animals, and a new ability emerges when she comes of age. She soon gets the ability to heal. Loves pumpkin bread from the Fall Court. Excellent with the bow and arrow, and a fierce fighter.
Kalen: Ryder's younger brother, and now leader of the Winter Court army. Long, black hair and hypnotic blue eyes. Loves to joke around and pick on his younger sister, Sorcha. He's the alpha to his pack of white wolves and very protective of them. His magical ability is that of water.
Ashur: Meliantha's guardian and loyal protector. He has long, blond hair and green eyes the color of grass. In love with Meliantha's friend, Elissa. He hates it when Meliantha defies him when he tries to protect her.

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About The Author
L.P. Dover lives in the beautiful state of North Carolina with her husband and two wonderful daughters. She’s an avid reader that loves her collection of books. Writing has always been her passion and she’s delighted to share it with the world. L.P. Dover spent several years in college starting out with a major in Psychology and then switching to dental. She worked in the dental field for eight years and then decided to stay home with her two beautiful girls. She spent the beginning of her reading years indulging in suspense thrillers, but now she can't get away from the paranormal/fantasy books. Now that she has started on her passion and began writing, you will not see her go anywhere without a notebook, pen, and her secret energy builder….chocolate.
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Friday, June 21, 2013

Charmed Cover Reveal by Cambria Hebert

Charmed-by Cambria Hebert ebooksm
  Charmed-wrap
 Isn't is absolutely stunning and also absolutely Lickable??? I agree. It is. :)

Charmed
  Life or Death? Not many people would choose death. But what if death chooses you? What if death doesn’t mean the end of your life, but the beginning? For a Death Escort, death is life. Death is your paycheck. Death is your job. And Charming is the best Escort the Grim Reaper has ever had. But when you piss off the Reaper, being the best doesn’t matter. So Charming is assigned a Target who is practically impossible to kill. He knows the Reaper hopes he fails—that he’s counting on it. So Charming vows to prove him wrong. He vows to make the kill. But someone else vows to get in his way. Someone with a big mouth, a sugar habit, and blond hair. Someone who makes his heart start beating again. And so Charming is left holding more than one person’s fate in the palm of his hand. He thought the choice would be easy, that there really wasn’t a question at all. He was wrong. Life or Death?
Book Details!
Title: Charmed
Series: Death Escorts - Note: You DO NOT have to read Recalled (Death Escorts #1) to understand Charmed
Author: Cambria Hebert
Genre: New Adult Paranormal Romance - Note: This book is recommended for ages 17+ due to sexual content and language.
Cover Designer: Regina Wamba
Format: Available in Print and Ebook
Release Date: July 22, 2013
Book Trailer!
So who is excited for July 22nd? I know I am!!! :)  

Cambria Hebert is the author of the young adult paranormal Heven and Hell series and the Death Escorts series. She loves a caramel latte, hates math and is afraid of chickens (yes, chickens). She went to college for a bachelor’s degree, couldn’t pick a major and ended up with a degree in cosmetology. So rest assured her characters will always have good hair. She currently lives in North Carolina with her husband and children (both human and furry) where she is plotting her next book. You can find out more about Cambria and her work by visiting her Website


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