Cover reveal for Sarah M. Eden's newest novella!
From the USA Today Bestselling author of the Longing for Home series, a new romance set in the beloved world of Hope Springs: MY DEAREST LOVE, coming July 2017!
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Thursday, January 19, 2017
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
Valentine Countdown Blitz -- Returned by Kimberley Griffiths Little
When Kimberley was a kid she read a book a day, scribbled stories, and dreamed about having her very own book on the library shelf. After growing up in San Francisco, she now lives in an adobe house on the banks of the Rio Grande with her big, messy family.
Kimberley once stayed in the haunted tower room at Borthwick Castle in Scotland and didn't sleep a wink, sailed the Seine in Paris, rode a camel in the ancient world wonder of Petra, shopped the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, and spent the night in an old Communist hotel in Bulgaria. She adores anything old and musty with a secret story to tell.
The author of 10 award-winning middle-grade and Young Adult novels with Scholastic and Harpercollins, Kimberley makes way too many cookies when she's writing - and the best book trailers in the universe. Check them out here: www.kimberleygriffithslittle.com. Please find her on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, and Youtube.
Awards: Southwest Book Award, Whitney Award for Best Youth Novel, Whitney Award Finalist, Association of Mormon Letters of Art Award, Bank Street College Best Books of 2011, 2013, and 2015, Crystal Kite Finalist, New Mexico Book Award Finalist, and Arizona/New Mexico Young Adult Book Award Winner.
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After tragedy strikes on the day they were to wed, Jayden must support Kadesh as he ascends the throne and becomes king of Sariba. But with the dark priestess Aliyah conspiring to control the crown, and the arrival of Horeb, Jayden’s former betrothed, Kadesh’s kingdom, as well as his status as king, is at stake.Jayden knows that the time to be merciful has come and gone, and that some enemies can only be halted by death. Now she and Kadesh must prepare to fight not only for their love, but also for their kingdom.
Perfect for fans of Cleopatra’s Moon and the adult bestseller The Red Tent, this is the final book in the epic trilogy that began with Forbidden and Banished.
Snippet:
My sister laid the tablet in her
lap, running a finger along the symbols with affection.
“To Jayden, daughter
of the Nephish
From Aliyah, Goddess
of Sariba
The Goddess and High
Priestess of Sariba officially invite you to witness the summer solstice
sacrifice in two day’s time. It will be a night you will remember for the rest
of your life. A permanent kinship with the Goddess will bless you and your
family forever.”
“She sent an invitation to watch
Sahmril sacrificed!” Grabbing the tablet, I threw it across the room where it
hit the corner of a table and broke into pieces.
With a shriek, Leila staggered off
the chair and crawled across the floor. Picking up the shards, she cradled them
in her hands, trying to fit them together.
“Leila, what is wrong with you? How
could you bring this despicable letter to me?”
She raised her eyes to mine. “You’ve
been invited as a special guest because our little sister has been chosen to
honor the Goddess. Her sacrifice will bring peace and love to this land. She is the pure vessel. We’re so lucky to
have found her.”
“Lucky?” I echoed. The nonchalance manner in
which she spoke was horrifying. “Our sister was hunted down for the express
purpose of sacrificing her to the goddess.”
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Friends ForNever by Melissa Baldwin -- Book Blast
Erin Taylor is a hard-working journalist with a serious TV addiction and lack of a social life. She’s focused on her career and determined to leave her tiny cubicle behind for a fabulous corner office! But when a new co-worker, a friendship drama, and a hot workplace crush collide, Erin finds it harder and harder to focus. Especially when that crush on the oh-so-yummy Aiden Thomas starts to materialize into what feels like a magical relationship. Erin’s life seems to finally be heading in the right direction…until suddenly friends aren’t such great friends after all, her magical relationship hits a bumpy road, and her career could be derailed by it all. Erin learns a lesson the hard way: Sometimes people aren’t who they seem to be. With her happiness on the line, can Erin rise above her disappointments and create the life she’s always dreamed of or will she be stuck being Friends ForNever?
Praise for the Book
Friends ForNever is a cleverly written book that will keep you wanting for more until the very end! I highly recommend this book!
Friends for Never is like listening to your best friend tell you about her day at work! And anyone who has worked in an office will totally relate to this book. I was absolutely sucked in. The love story was great!
It was well paced and funny!
The author is really good.
The author is really good.
An intriguing look at the demands of family and friendship when personal goals are at risk.
A novel of back stabbing emotions.
A novel of back stabbing emotions.
Author Melissa Baldwin
Melissa graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications; she has always had a love for writing. An avid journal keeper, she took her creativity to the next level by fulfilling her dream with her debut novel, An Event to Remember . . . Or Forget. Since then, she has written and published four more novels, Wedding Haters, See You Soon Broadway, Not Quite Sheer Happiness and Friends ForNever.
Melissa resides in Orlando, Florida, with her husband and young daughter. When she isn’t writing, this multi-tasking master organizer is busy being a mother, wife, chauffeur, PTA President, and Fitness Trainer.
When she has free time, she enjoys traveling, running, fitness, and taking a Disney Cruise every now and then.
Monday, January 9, 2017
Heart Murmurs by Brynn Chapman -- Book Blitz
On tour with Prism Book Tours
Welcome to the Book Blitz for
Heart Murmurs
Heart Murmurs
by Brynn Chapman
Note from the Author
Heart Murmurs arose from the concept of cellular memory. The story grew from my readings about the experience of a handful of donors who began to have memories.... they did not recognize. With people and place they did not recognize. In one case, a woman was actually able to identify her donor's murderer.
"Cellular memory can refer to: A variation of body memory, the hypothesis that memories can be stored in individual cells."
I hope you enjoy Mia's story, her battle with her heart condition, and cheer for her to win her battle with the Secret Literary Society. THE LITERATI.
— Brynn
Heart Murmurs
(Society Literati Series #1)
by Brynn Chapman
Young Adult
Paperback, Audiobook & ebook, 186 pages
December 23rd 2016
Mia Templeton is dying. Or was dying. After receiving a heart transplant, her world is forever altered. Before her eyes open, she overhears her donor was murdered. Whispers invade Mia's mind before she's even left the recovery room. She develops tastes for foods she once hated, and dreams so vivid, they feel like someone else's memories. Her personality is altered - once a quiet doormat, she's now inexplicably flippant, and confident. And her unexplained longing for the new boy at school is borderline obsessive.
Morgan Kelley is new. Adopted by his aunt, a descendant of Louisa May Alcott (Little Women), he's thrown into life at a new high school, and as a historical guide for his aunt's store - a homage to all things Alcott. Conspiracy theories abound about his mangled lower leg - but no one has been brave enough to ask. Till Mia.
Something is awry with the Underground Railroad tunnels beneath his aunt's home. Mia and Morgan enter the world of a secret Literary Society - and are drafted to help bring a rogue Literary giant to justice, solve the mystery of her heart donor, and the real fate of Beth from Little Women.
About the Author
Born and raised in western Pennsylvania, Brynn Chapman is the daughter of two teachers. Her writing reflects her passions: science, history and love—not necessarily in that order. In real life, the geek gene runs strong in her family, as does the Asperger’s syndrome. Her writing reflects her experience as a pediatric therapist and her interactions with society’s downtrodden. In fiction, she’s a strong believer in underdogs and happily-ever-afters. She also writes non-fiction and lectures on the subjects of autism and sensory integration and is a medical contributor to online journal The Age of Autism.
Blitz Giveaway
1 winner will receive a print copy of HEART MURMURS (US only)
1 winner will receive an audiobook of HEART MURMURS (US only)
1 winner will receive a $5 Amazon eGift Card (Open internationally)
Ends January 10th
Saturday, January 7, 2017
The Daring One, The Disenchanted One by Cami Checketts- -- Spotlight
The Daring One is available on Amazon
Summer Anderson has the perfect life--designing toys and traveling the world--until the venture capitalist company, Mumford's Sons, helps her dad sell his toy company to the highest bidder. Summer loses her designs, her job, and her lifestyle, and is forced to work for a friend in Crested Butte, Colorado.
Chance Judd, owner of Mumford's Sons, takes a mountain biking trip to Crested Butte and accidentally runs Summer off a running trail. He asks her out repeatedly, but she always has a sarcastic response ready for him. When he finally convinces her to go to dinner, he realizes that he is partly responsible for her losing her job and designs, and knows she'll hate him if she finds out the truth. He has no choice--he lies.
But how long can a secret this big stay hidden and will Summer ever forgive him when she finds out the truth?
The Disenchanted One is available
for only $.99 on
Marissa Yates fell in love with Byron Judd three years ago, but she caught him holding another woman and she ran. She’s built a great life for herself and has kept Byron at arm’s length, only talking to him through phone, email, or text. She knows if she sees him again, he’ll charm his way right back into her heart.
Byron has no clue why Marissa ran from his life, but he does know his only chance to win her back is his brother’s wedding. His brother’s fiancée, Summer, schemes up a Lonely Billionaire Pact to help him be reunited with the only woman who has ever broken his heart.
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Friday, January 6, 2017
The Lakes of the Lakes by Josi S. Kilpack -- Blog Tour
Author: Josi S. Kilpack
Publisher: Shadow Mountain
Published: January 3, 2017
ISBN13: 9781629722269
Paperback: 336 pages
FTC FYI: Received a complimentary copy, all views and opinions expressed are my own.
Goodreads Summary
One is his first love.
The other is his best love.
Which will be Walter’s true love?
Walter Scott has three passions: Scotland, poetry, and Mina Stuart. Though she is young and they are from different stations in society, Walter is certain their love is meant to be. For years, he has courted her through love letters. She is the sunshine of his soul.
Though Mina shares Walter’s love of literature and romantic temperament, it’s hard for her to know if she truly loves him or if she has only been dazzled by his flattery. When she meets the handsome and charming William Forbes, her heart is challenged. Who will she choose?
But as every poet knows, “the course of true love never did run smooth,” and on a windy morning in the lake country, Walter meets Charlotte.
At twenty-six, Charlotte Carpenter believes she will never find love. After all, she is a Catholic-born Frenchwoman living in London with a family history shadowed by scandal. Though quiet, practical, and determined to live a life of independence, her heart longs for someone to love her and a place to call home.
Passion and promises collide as Walter, Mina, and Charlotte must each decide the course for their futures. What are they each willing to risk to find love and be loved in return?
My Review
The Lady of the Lakes is another fantastic book by Josi Kilpack. These Historical Proper Romances are a wonderful way to get to know the people they are based on. Of course, they aren't true biographies, but I liked how Josi was able to take parts of what was known of Walter, Mina, and Charlotte and create a very compelling story. I enjoyed getting to know each character when the story would change point of views. I enjoyed the progression of the story, showing bits and pieces from each character, helped moved the story along perfectly. At times, though, I would scream out in my head to Walter, "Mina is not right for you, why can't you see that!" It was a great example of only seeing what you want to see in a person, not seeing that they are completely wrong for you. I absolutely adored Charlotte, I instantly loved her character. I appreciated how she wanted to be her own person and wanted to learn how to support herself. I also enjoyed the end of the book, the details of what was actually known about a certain event, and what was added by the author.
5 out of 5 stars.
Author Links
Website / Twitter / Goodreads / Facebook
Purchase Links
Amazon / Barnes and Noble / Deseret Book
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
The Rise of Miss Notley by Rachael Anderson -- Cover Reveal
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