Interview with Margaret Izard, author of Evergreen Evermore (Stones of Iona)

 

Today we welcome author Margaret Izrad to Andi's Book Reviews. She just released her holiday paranormal, Evergreen Evermore, which is related to her Stones of Iona series. She talks to us about that and more in our interview. You can also enjoy an excerpt and ask her more questions in the comments section. Be sure to follow the tour for even more, including a chance to win a great giveaway!

Evergreen Evermore

Legend shapes fate, but love burns strong enough to defy destiny.

Anne never asked to become the courier of the legendary Iona Stones. Charged with carrying the sacred stones across Scotland, she finds herself entangled in forces far older and more dangerous than she understands. Ancient magic stirs around the stones with dangerous purpose, and Anne fears the cost her task demands.

Highland Laird Ewan MacDougall has sworn his life to protect the Iona Stones and the secrets bound to them through blood, faith, and duty. Guided by prophecy and burdened by generations of sacrifice, he cannot afford distraction. Yet Anne’s connection to the stones challenges everything he believes, drawing her deeper into a fate neither of them fully understands.

As dark forces rise to claim the stones’ power, Anne and Ewan must trust the bond forming between them before ancient magic destroys everything they hold dear.

Drive Down the Purchase Price of Your New Car by Dale E. Dallman

 

Buying a new car can be an absolute headache. I haven't done it in a while, but I know I will have to do so again. Dale E. Daliman is here today to give us some tips in his new book Drive Down the Purchase Price of Your New Car. I have an excerpt from the book, plus some bonus tips. Ask him your questions in the comments section and be sure to follow the tour for even more! Best of luck entering the giveaway at the end!

Buying a car. Just those three words can conjure up a whole swirl of emotions.

For some, it’s the thrill of a sleek new model—the scent of fresh upholstery and the promise of open roads. For others, it’s a daunting odyssey filled with jargon, pressure, and the fear of an expensive mistake.

Wherever you fall, you’re reading this because buying a car is a significant life event.

We’ve all stood on the lot, squinting at price tags, decoding financing offers, and feeling the push to “act now.” It’s easy to feel outmatched—to wish for an expert at your side. Consider this book that expert: your trusted co-pilot on a journey that’s both exciting and rewarding.

This isn’t just a checklist—it’s a philosophy. You’ll learn to approach car buying with clarity and confidence, understand financing, master the test drive, and negotiate with purpose, ensuring that you walk away feeling like a winner.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, upgrading, or simply overwhelmed by options, this book is for you.

So, buckle up. Get ready to embark on a journey that will not only lead you to the perfect vehicle but will also leave you feeling empowered, informed, and ready to hit the road with a smile.

Happy driving!

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Me, Mom & the Monster: Our Dance Through Huntington's Disease by Corinne Brown Book Blast and Giveaway

 

In the last couple of years, I have found myself reading more and more memoirs. I think they help us get a better picture of ourselves and to be more empathetic toward others. Dealing with something like Huntington's Disease seems unimaginable to me. This brave mother shares her story, along with her daughter's point of view, about how they are navigating this devastating neurological disease. Check out an excerpt and then feel free to have a conversation with the author in the comments section. Follow the tour for even more! Check out the great giveaway before you go!

"The results of your predictive testing are here, and they show that you did inherit the gene for Huntington's disease."

Those words, delivered by the neurologist to 57-year-old Mae Brown, forever changed her life and the lives of her family. Me, Mom & the Monster is a soul-stirring memoir that follows the path of this farming wife, businesswoman, mother and grandmother who lived a life with a monster of a disease. Interwoven with Mae's story is that of her third child, Corinne, whose life is intrinsically connected to her mother's diagnosis. Told from alternating voices of Corinne and her mother, this is a candid account of the harrowing effects of living with a fatal, genetic disease. Me, Mom & the Monster captures the authenticity and vulnerability of a mother and daughter who find themselves entwined in a long dance with a neurodegenerative disease.

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The Last Heir of Bradbury Manor by Michael Mizov Blurb Blitz and Giveaway

 

Horror season is here, now that we are in October. Today I am bringing you a new gothic psychological horror book to feed the need. Enjoy this excerpt from Michael Mizov's The Last Heir of Bradbury Manor and snag your own copy today! Be sure to let the author know what you think or ask any questions in the comments. Follow the tour for even more. And be sure to enter the great giveaway at the end!

The Last Heir of Bradbury Manor

Meet Nathaniel Koszer, author of Latency (Energy Crisis Series Part One)

 

Today you get to meet Nathaniel Koszer, author of the sci-fi biotech Latency, which is part one of the Energy Crisis series. He's also sharing an excerpt from the book. Ask him more questions in the comments section and then follow the tour for even more fun. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Q&A with M. Laszlo, author of On the Threshold

 

Today I am excited to have you meet M. Laszlo, author of the historical science fiction book On the Threshold in this Q&A. We also have an excerpt from his book and a great giveaway. Have even more fun as you follow the tour!

Review of Secret Admirer Pact by Bernadette Marie plus her Top 10 Favorite Rom Com Movies

 

If you're in the mood for a cute, clean "friends-to-lovers" romance, then this is the book for you! Today I have an excerpt for you as well as my thoughts after reading it. And then the author is also sharing her Top 10 Rom Com Movies. How does your list compare to hers? Let us know in the comments and then follow the tour for even more.

Secrets of a Gay Man Growing Up in the 1950s by Jonathan Feinn

 

I cannot imagine what it would have been like to be gay back in the 1950s, having to hide who I really was and essentially live a lie. I've known friends and family members who had to do so and have heard parts of their stories. And now, Jonathan Feinn is sharing his. Read an excerpt from his memoir, Secrets of a Gay Man Growing Up in the 1950s and then follow the tour for more. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

SWAT for Dummies by Gail Koger

 

Take a romcom and through in some action and adventure and you get an engaging new read from Gail Koger! Check out an excerpt from SWAT for Dummies and then download your own copy! Check out the rest of the tour for even more fun. Best of luck entering the great giveaway!

The Babel Apocalypse Audiobook by Vyvyan Evans

 

The spoken word is quite powerful, and having this science fiction book available in audiobook is almost crucial to the storyline. Check out a written excerpt from The Babel Apocalypse and then follow the tour for more! Also read about author Vyvyan Evans' thoughts on the future of language streaming. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Cerys: Valkyrie Earth by Merrin Slade

 

Isn't this cover gorgeous? You're not going to want to miss this dystopian space opera from Merrin Slade. Check out an excerpt from Cerys: Valkyrie Earth and then follow the tour for more. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Read an excerpt from Return to Lerici by Rachel Dacus

 

I'm a sucker for stories of second chances with families. And this one sounds like it also has plenty of suspense and intrigue to keep it even more interesting! Check out an excerpt from Return to Lerici by Rachel Dacus and then follow the tour for even more. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Poetry From My Heart: The Journey Continues

 

Nowadays, people are starting to get more in touch with their feelings. One beautiful way to explore your feelings is through poetry. Today Paul Guerin is taking us into his with his published poetry collection. Read an excerpt from Poetry From My Heart: The Journey Continues. Then follow the tour for more and to enter the great giveaway!

The World Council by Norm Meech

 

It's a sci-fi thriller as Ricky Montgomery and other agents race against the clock to save mankind and the world from disaster. Enjoy an excerpt from The World Council by Norm Meech and then follow the tour for even more fun. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Stay Alive by Min Deng, Ph.D.

 

Finally, we are talking about mental health, really digging into the good, the bad, and the ugly. Sharing our stories with each other is a great way to bring awareness and education and some healing. That's just what Min Deng, Ph.D is doing with her book Stay Alive. Read an excerpt and then follow the tour for even more. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Meet Magenta Kim from Grandpa's Cabin by Ross Victory

 

Today I have the honor of introducing to you the author Ross Victory and his horror/sci-fi novel Grandpa's Cabin. Not only are you getting an excerpt, but also an interview with the character of Magenta Kim! I love character interviews! Please enjoy and download your own copy of the book before following the rest of the tour. Best of luck in the giveaway!

Marian by Gayle Feyrer

 

Historical romance with some familiar characters and setting. Read an excerpt from Marian by Gayle Feyrer and then follow the tour for even more! You can also learn more about the author's Top 10 favorite movies. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

A Long, Dark Road by Joan Hall Hovey

 

This one is for fans of horror! Get six stories in one! Check out an excerpt from one of them below and then be sure to download your own copy. Preview others as you follow the tour. Best of luck entering the great giveaway!

Review of The Mysteries of Tarot: A Work of Imagination by Kirsten Weiss

 

I have been a fan of Kirsten Weiss for a while now and was absolutely intrigued by the idea of her latest book, The Mysteries of Tarot. Today I'm sharing an excerpt with you, as well as my thoughts about the book. Be sure to follow the tour to see what other people have to say as well. Best of luck entering the giveaway!

Top 10 Interesting Things About Girl Hidden: A Memoir by Jesse Rene Gibbs

 

I find memoirs to be absolutely fascinating. I love to learn about people because it gives me a better perspective on the world. Today I have a new one for you. Read an excerpt from Girl Hidden by Jesse Rene Gibbs and then stay tuned to learn the top 10 things you need to know about this book. Follow the tour for even more! Best of luck entering the giveaway!