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Monday, May 19, 2014
'Goddess Born' by Kari Edgren Release Day Launch
We are so excited to bring you the Release Day Launch and Blog Tour for Kari Edgren's GODDESS BORN!! GODDESS BORN is a New Adult Historical Paranormal Romance being published by Carina Press.
GODDESS BORN Synopsis:
Selah Kilbrid keeps a dangerous secret: she has the power to heal.
A direct descendent of the Celtic goddess Brigid, it's Selah's sacred duty to help those in need. But as the last of the Goddess Born living in the New World, she learned from an early age to keep her supernatural abilities hidden. The Quaker community of Hopewell has always been welcoming, but there's no doubt they would see her hanged if her gift was revealed.
When a prominent minister threatens to try her with witchcraft unless she becomes his wife, Selah has only one hope--that her betrothed, a distant cousin from Ireland, arrives as planned. Marrying Samuel would keep her secret safe, preserve her sacred bloodline, and protect her from being charged as a witch.
But when news of Samuel's death reaches the Colonies, Selah is truly on her own. Terrified, she faces an impossible choice--forfeit her powers and marry the loathsome Nathan? Or find an imposter to pose as her husband and preserve her birthright?
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Kari Edgren Bio:
Kari Edgren did not dream of becoming a writer. Instead, she dreamed of everything else and was often made to stay inside during kindergarten recess to practice her letters. Despite doting parents and a decent school system, Ms. Edgren managed to make it through elementary school having completed only one book cover to cover – The Box Car Children, which she read approximately forty-seven times. Things improved during high school, but not until she read Gabrielle Garcia Marquez’s One Hundred Years of Solitude in college, did she truly understand the power of a book.
Ms. Edgren aspires to be a Vulcan, a world-acclaimed opera singer, and two inches taller. She resides in the Pacific NW where she spends a great deal of time torturing her husband and children with strange food and random historical facts. Ms. Edgren hasn’t stopped dreaming, but has finally mastered her letters enough to put the stories on paper.
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Thursday, February 13, 2014
'The Deep End of the Sea' by Heather Lyons Release Day Launch!
What if all the legends you’ve learned were wrong?
Brutally attacked by one god and unfairly cursed by another she faithfully served, Medusa has spent the last two thousand years living out her punishment on an enchanted isle in the Aegean Sea. A far cry from the monster legends depict, she’s spent her time educating herself, gardening, and desperately trying to frighten away adventure seekers who occasionally end up, much to her dismay, as statues when they manage to catch her off guard. As time marches on without her, Medusa wishes for nothing more than to be given a second chance at a life stolen away at far too young an age.
But then comes a day when Hermes, one of the few friends she still has and the only deity she trusts, petitions the rest of the gods and goddesses to reverse the curse. Thus begins a journey toward healing and redemption, of reclaiming a life after tragedy, and of just how powerful friendship and love can be—because sometimes, you have to sink in the deep end of the sea before you can rise back up again.
Read an excerpt:
“Where are Hades and Persephone?” I ask, glancing around the empty living room.
They are nowhere to be seen tonight; neither are any of the Automatons.
The corner of Hermes’ mouth quirks. “Out. Possibly in the Underworld. One never knows with those two.”
Relief unfurls in the muscles in my shoulders. Still, I can’t help but ask, “Without saying goodbye?”
He’s definitely amused. “Shall I fetch them for you?”
“No!” My answer is too quick, which I fear broadcasts just how ecstatic I am at the thought of being along with Hermes right now. And that realization causes me to blush for the millionth time around him in the last month, so I clarify, “Of course not. I was just curious.”
“Curiosity killed the cat, you know.” To my delight, his hand finds mine and our fingers intertwine. It is a delicious sensation: his hand, warm and worn in mine in just such a way that feels like it’s an extension of my body.
It must be criminal to adore touching someone so much.
“Did it, though?” I ask, and he laughs a burst of exasperated air.
“Possibly, but then again, who am I to judge, when I am often struck by curiosity that I cannot help but sate?” He gives me that dazzling grin of his and pulls me through the house. “Case in point: you.”
“Me?” I squeak unattractively. There are lights ahead through the French doors leading to the patio, and I am curious myself enough to wonder what they are, but not nearly as much as I am for what he might mean.
“Yes, you.” He glances back at me. “I’ve never told you that I was overcome with curiosity when I heard Athena cursed some girl from one of her temples. It wasn’t like it was the first time she’d gone vindictively bonkers, but she was really put out over you. I mean . . . one of her followers? Even that was low for her.” His fingers squeeze mine gently and we stop about twenty feet from the doors. “When I first showed up on your island . . .”
I am helpless at looking anywhere but in his eyes. Tonight, they’re green. Vivid, beautiful, clear green. “Yes?”
“I’d been warned that you were a monster and that I best keep my distance. That you would slay me at theslightest provocation, and naturally, I believed it, as I could not blame anyone’s hatred toward my family after what my sister and uncle had done to you. But once Death handed me that first soul and departed, I heard you crying. My curiosity inflamed tenfold. What kind of so-called monster weeps like her heart had shattered and never would form whole again?”
Like clockwork, my cheeks burn. His fingers brush my reddened skin ever so gently before I turn my face to rest in his hand. The butterflies in my chest swarm frantically. “My sister misjudged you. I knew that the very second I heard your anguish. I’m afraid I was lost to you from that moment on. I had to discover all that made you you, even if I would suffer the same fate as the proverbial cat. And I never cared about the risks, as long as my curiosity about you was sated first.”
“Truly?” The word barely escapes my lips.
His eyes are so intense. “Truly.”
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Heather Lyons has always had a thing for words—She’s been writing stories since she was a kid. In addition to writing, she’s also been an archaeologist and a teacher. Heather is a rabid music fan, as evidenced by her (mostly) music-centric blog, and she’s married to an even larger music snob. They’re happily raising three kids who are mini music fiends who love to read and be read to.
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Monday, February 10, 2014
'War of the Heavens: Leviathan' by Charbel Tadros Book Tour Blast!
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Nigel survives a car crash, while his whole family perishes in the accident. With the help of his later-to-become girlfriend Vicky, he overcomes the tragedy and makes his way to college. As they are about to graduate, Vicky convinces him to embark on a strange project involving crystals and magick, with a "k" (meaning real magic). Little did they know that this project would open for them the gates of other dimensions including the world of the gods, the world of the muses and the demons, the world of the dead and many more. But why were they called there?
About the Author:
Charbel Marcellino Tadros was born on July 16, 1988. He is an avid reader and has been writing since a very young age. He holds a BA in English Pedagogy from the Lebanese University and is working on his MA in Special Education at Notre Dame University. He currently is the Career Counselor at Eastwood College in Mansourieh, Lebanon and is a freelance contributing writer for many different magazines and blogs including the Red Carpet Magazine.
For more information, Charbel is almost always available to answer his mail. He can be contacted through charbel.tadros{at}gmail.com or through facebook.com/charbel.m.tadros.
In 2010, Charbel published his first novel, “The Destined Journey”, which turned out to be a success in Lebanon and the world. Later on, he published a spiritual poetry collection entitled “When the Spirit Speaks”. Most recently, he published “Leviathan”, the first part of his “War of the Heavens” series.
Charbel Tadros is a founding member in the WataniY and SeedArz organizations. He was a charter member in the Lions Clubs International and was the founding president of the Angel Guardians. He has been in many local and international interviews talking about his earlier publications and has lectured about many topics including spirituality, teaching, special education and career planning. Currently, he lives in Brummana, Lebanon with his wife Christine.
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'Modern Disciples (Volume 1)' by Ian Anderson
Ryan Hunter had spent most of his days wandering from place to place with no direction, no real purpose. His only solace in life was a book of Greek Mythology that his mother gave him as a child. When he receives a call from a mysterious woman she invites him to join her on a hunt that she promises will change his life. The woman turns out to be more than she appears to be. Through his encounter with the mysterious creature, he learns that the Greek gods are real. Not only are they real, but they are not alone. Mythologies of every culture turn out to be true, and Ryan finds himself to be on the front lines in a war between all the gods, and their most feared enemies: The Titans.
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Volume 2 also available
Volume 3 also available
Ian Anderson was born in Buffalo, New
York where he started studying mythology at a young age. He grew up
reading Greek Mythology while dabbling in the Norse Mythology. His
passion lead him to Ashland University where he earned a degree in
Creative Writing and Journalism. He now lives in Florida where he
wrote his first three novels Modern Disciples Volume 1, 2, and 3. He
studies all types of mythologies including Japanese, Aztec, Egyptian,
Hindu, and Irish which is all incorporated into his books.
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
TONIGHT Facebook Event for 'The Gatekeeper's Daughter' by Eva Pohler
In this final book in the trilogy, The Gatekeeper's Daughter, Therese may have finally succeeded in becoming a goddess, but if she wants to remain one, she'll not only have to discover her unique purpose, but also make some allies among the gods. Artemis sends her on a seemingly impossible quest across the world, while Than searches for a way to appease Ares. To make matters worse, her baby sister's life depends on the outcome of her quest.
Join us Wednesday May 1st from 7-11 EST for a night full of fun and games and a chance to chat up author Eva Pohler!
You can connect with her on Twitter (@EvaPohler) and on her website at http://www.evapohler.com, where you can find her books, reviews, and contests.
Hope to see you all there!!
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Tuesday, March 19, 2013
'Bound to You (Spellbound Series Book 3)' by Lola James Facebook Event 3/19/13
Toni’s life is just one complication after another. First, her past comes back to her, then she has to deal with a psycho, and now it’s the biggest of them all. A choice that could destroy one life and be the bright future to the other.
How is a girl supposed to choose between two men that she loves?
On one hand, she has the Greek god Hades, the love from her past and the other, Ben the hot Vampire nurse that she met just over a week ago. Both have captured her heart in their own individual ways but whose love is the greatest?
Who does she ultimately love the most?
In the end, a decision is made in Bound to you...
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Please join Release Day Diva and author Lola James Tuesday March 19th from 2-4 pm PST (5-7 EST) We will have some awesome prizes and really fun games.
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Monday, March 18, 2013
Pleasing a God by Christy Gissendaner
Today, I would like to welcome author Christy Gissendaner to the blog. I posed a tough question to her: How do you please a god?
First off, huge props to Andi for
hosting me today. I’m happy to be here! For today’s topic, Andi
asked me “How do you please a god?” And I said “Hmm…that’s
a hard one.” See, first you have to take a goat to the top of a
really large mountain and sacrifice it on an altar of…
Ahem, okay. Just kidding there! The
real way to please a god is to find out what’s important to
him/her. Gods are human beings too…in a manner of speaking…and
want to be loved for more than just their above-average good looks,
incredible bedroom skills, and super powers. Everyone needs someone
to talk to, and gods are no exception.
Take Sin, for example. The hero in my
latest release, A Touch of Sin, is the Welsh god of music and
wisdom. His name is actually Taliesin, but seriously. Who wouldn’t
shorten his name to Sin? Although he’s only a minor deity, Sin’s
creation is the stuff of legends. Arthurian legends to be exact.
As the god of music, there is one
thing Sin is really fond of. And that is karaoke. Julie, the heroine,
learns this when she drops by to visit her lifelong friend, Hal, who
owns a sports bar in her hometown. Both Hal and Sin try to get Julie
to join in their love of karaoke, but she wants no part of it. What
she does wants a part of is Sin’s oh-so-yummy, incredibly
tight…pardon me. I digress.
Back on topic. Julie eventually caves
in and join’s Sin for an uber-sexy rendition of “You Can Leave
Your Hat On”. (What can I say? Sin must love the movie Nine
and a Half Weeks.) This only cements the attraction Sin has for
Julie. Opening herself to new experiences, Julie gains the respect
and love of a god.
Did I mention Hal and Sin are also
ex-football players? Or that they’re shifters? I didn’t? Shame on
me. Yes, they met when they played college ball several years
earlier. They’ve remained friends despite Hal’s knee being blown
during senior year. (Look for Hal’s story in book 2, which I’ve
just completed.) Julie has never been interested in the sport, but
her guy pals convince her to watch a few games. In the process, she
learns much more about both men than she ever thought possible.
I can’t say I blame Julie all that
much for being reticent. My husband is a die-hard Alabama fan, while
I’m sitting there like “Ooh, nachos!” But, like Julie, I put up
with my football fanatic because he enjoys it. (Just keep the Super
Bowl snacks coming.)
So, as you can see, it’s not
terribly hard to please a god. Just be open-minded, treat them like a
“normal” person, and you’re gravy. If you want to find out how
Sin pleases Julie in return (wink wink), be sure to check out my
latest release!
About
the Author:
Christy
Gissendaner is a romantic comedy author and believes that laughter
and love should go hand in hand.
Christy
lives in Alabama with her husband and three sons. She’s always hard
at work on her next novel, but in her spare time she loves blackjack,
karaoke, and anything resembling a vacation!
To
find out more, please visit http://christygissendaner.webs.com
A
Touch of Sin
Out of Bounds Book One
Out of Bounds Book One
Christy
Gissendaner
Genre:
Contemporary, Paranormal Romance
Publisher:
Liquid Silver Books
ISBN:
978-1-93176-143-7
Number
of pages: 83
Word
Count: 39,820
Book Description:
Julie
Hendricks is a thirty-year-old workaholic who goes to her friend’s
bar to meet him for a drink. It’s her first night out in years, and
she envisions a normal evening. Instead, she meets Sin, a sexy
karaoke DJ who’s not what he seems, and her idea of normal goes
completely out the window.
Sin
is actually Taliesin, the Welsh god of music and wisdom. For fun, he
helps his old college football buddy at the local bar, Out of Bounds.
His buddy’s prim friend captures his attention, and he soon reveals
more of himself than he usually does.
Julie's
attraction to Sin is immediate, even though she doubts she could ever
please a god. When her friend’s business is threatened, Julie must
help hunt down the enemy while resisting falling in love with the
dangerously intriguing Sin.
Read an excerpt:
This was going to be fun.The crowd must’ve realized what he was about to do because it suddenly grew quiet, and all eyes turned toward him. Sin removed his earphones and reached for the microphones. “I’ve had a request.”A cacophony of whistles and shouts filled the air.“About time!” one of the sorority girls shouted and was echoed by the giggles of her friends.Sin held up his hand for silence. “I’m going to need a volunteer.”At least fifty female hands shot into the air. Sin ignored them all for the one hand that didn’t go up. As he had expected, Julie shrank against the back of the couch when his eyes met hers.Jumping off the dais, he weaved his way through the crowd toward the back of the room. “Come here, Julie.”Julie’s eyes widened, and she frantically shook her head.Sin laughed into the microphone. “Don’t panic, Jules. I’m not going to make you sing. Now get on up here.”She continued to shake her head. “No, Sin.”Sin decided the audience was going to have to help him. He swept his arm out to gesture toward Julie and spoke into the microphone. “Everyone welcome Jules. She’s a good friend of Hal’s, and this is her first visit.”If looks could kill and he was mortal, Sin would be a goner from the look Julie gave him. He reached out and plucked her from her seat before she could stop him. He wrapped an arm around her waist and propelled her forward. “Don’t worry. All you have to do is stand there.”Julie elbowed him in the ribs and spoke through clenched teeth. “I don’t like being the center of attention, Sin.”He twirled her in a small circle so that she faced the crowd. “Lucky for you,” he paused to throw his arm out in a dramatic fashion to gesture toward Hal. “I do.”The music started, and he could tell the moment Julie recognized the song. Her eyes grew wide with disbelief, and her face paled.“You are going to pay for this,” she hissed in warning.“Relax, Jules. It’ll be fun.”Sin plopped the top hat Hal handed him on Julie’s head, and the crowd went wild. The noise was deafening. For a moment, he thought she was going to bolt. Instead Julie crossed her arms over her chest and glared at him. “No funny business.”Sin winked at her and turned back toward the audience as he sang “You Can Leave Your Hat On.” For each item of clothing he mentioned, he teasingly acted as if he was removing it from Jules.In previous acts, his helper would sometimes become overzealous and actually strip. Thankfully Jules didn’t show a similar inclination. She merely alternated between glaring at the ceiling and at him.Sin circled her and reached for the buttons of her jacket. Julie tensed as he undid the top two buttons. His fingers brushed the lacy edge of her camisole and desire shot through him. He wanted to have her.But first he had to get through the next couple of hours. “Don’t look so frightened, Jules. I’m not going any farther.”“You’d better not unless you want two black eyes,” she warned out of the side of her mouth.The crowd hooted and yelled for more. Sin nuzzled the side of her neck, enjoying the feel of her skin against his lips. “The crowd is wild for you, Jules.”“It is not me they want to see, Sin.”“Maybe not the female half, but the men in the room can’t take their eyes off of you.”It was true. Sin sensed the envious looks he was being given. He did not feel threatened by their interest. Julie would be his even though she didn’t know it yet.Sin undid the third button of her jacket, and then a fourth when she didn’t argue. The lapels of her jacket parted and exposed her thin camisole. Even the women hooted with delight as he ran his hands down the sides of her waist.No one was more surprised than he was when Jules turned and yanked the mic from his hands.She turned toward the crowd and lifted the microphone to her mouth. “Ya’ll want to see more?”The crowd went crazy. She turned back to him with a wicked smile. Reaching up with one hand, she removed the hat.She plopped the hat on his head at a crooked angle and lifted an eyebrow in challenge. “Turnabout is fair play.”
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