Wednesday, March 30, 2022

*Book Tour & Giveaway* My Heart is The Tempest

 


My Heart Is the Tempest

The Tempest Trilogy Book 1

by Sacha Rosel

Genre: Dark Fantasy 

Inspired by Shakespeare’s The Tempest and including direct citations from the play, My heart is The Tempest is a dark reimagining of witch Sycorax, portrayed as a 12-year old olive-skinned, black-haired human girl trapped in a land of cruel insect-like creatures who worship light and snow loathing everything deviating from their personal truth. Including her, deemed to be a threat to their infallible world. After unconsciously awakening her grandmother Miranda to life, Sycorax slowly comes to realize that the land she has always yearned for actually existed in the past, before being erased from everybody’s memory. Now, thanks to Miranda’s help, Sycorax can make that land erupt again, but she will have to learn how to welcome darkness first.

With an accessible but richly visual and lyrical style, My heart is The Tempest is a dark tale of self-discovery focusing on an anti-heroine figure learning how to face a world of light made of terror and violence and embracing her hidden powers thus becoming a conscious instrument of darkness. The novella is also meant to be the first of a dark fantasy trilogy, each volume representing a different stage of life, from teenage years (Volume One) to adulthood (Volume Two) and old age (Volume Three), focusing on the themes of rage, vengeance, forgiveness and reconciliation.


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Sacha Rosel has a summa cum laude degree in Foreign Languages and Literatures majoring in English and a Master’s degree in Oriental Languages and Civilizations majoring in Chinese, writing her final graduation theses on Restoration playwright and writer Aphra Behn and on five Chinese women writers from the modern era (1927-1949) respectively. She has also had an academic article on Zhang Ailing published. She has been writing for more than twenty years mainly using her mother tongue, Italian. Previous projects include a horror-fantastical novel set in China and inspired by Chinese culture and a lyrical dystopian novel combining mystical daoism and post-structuralist feminist theories. She has worked as a bookshop assistant and an English-to-Italian fiction translator of the World of Warcraft - The War of the Ancients trilogy by Richard Knaak and has been teaching English for the last fifteen years.

She also writes film and book reviews on Thriller Magazine.it, mainly in Italian but occasionally in English too and also has a personal blog in English, where she publishes reviews and/or impressions on books, records, TV series and films. Three of her poems in English, “Flowerseeker”, “Leaves are Waves are Us” and “New Mexico” were published by A Room of Her Own, an American website celebrating women’s creativity.


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*Book Tour & Giveaway* Southern Harm

 


Southern Harm

Tyler's Trouble Trilogy Book 4

by Travis Casey

Genre: Romantic Comedy, Suspense


Twenty-seven years after Tyler left his troubles behind in his trilogy, he has a son, Oscar, who is proving to be a chip off the old block. As Kentucky's most eligible bachelor, he has everything--including a gambling problem. After getting on the wrong side of a notorious loan shark, Louie Gomez, Oscar Novak-Chambers must use his family's good standing with the governor's office to obtain a monumental favor to clear his debt. He targets the governor's daughter, Stacey Davenport. Sweet she is not. Ruthless she is--and she's looking to bring down Kentucky's criminal hierarchy--and Louie Gomez with it. But Stacey is no angel. When her skeletons begin to rattle, mayhem becomes motive.


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Trouble Triangle

Tyler's Trouble Trilogy Book 1

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Oceans of Trouble

Tyler's Trouble Trilogy Book 2

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Forbidden Trouble

Tyler's Trouble Trilogy Book 3

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Travis was brought up in Midwest America before embarking on a nine year Navy career that allowed him to travel the world and learn about life. He has ping-ponged across oceans moving from mainland United States to Hawaii, to Scotland, to Seattle, to England, to Minnesota, back to England, and back to Minnesota where he currently resides ... for now

He writes easy-reading, light-hearted fiction and true stories about his own experiences that even the best fiction writer couldn't make up. Relax by the beach or curl up on the couch on a rainy day while Travis takes you on fun-filled adventures that let you forget about life for a while and have a laugh.


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Tuesday, March 29, 2022

*Book Tour & Giveaway* Soul of the Citizen-GUEST POST

 


Soul of the Citizen: Prayers For A Divided Nation

by Mischa Field

Genre: Christian Nonfiction 

Crisis times call for leadership.
Corrupt times call for integrity.
These times call for a move of God, and a move of God calls for you.

Soul of the Citizen: Prayers for a Divided Nation, by Mischa Field, is the cry of a burdened heart refusing to give up on neighbor or neighborhood or nation. It is a collection of prayers for leaders and followers, for parents and children, for shepherds and flocks, and for you and your enemy.

A biblical scribe for modern times, Field offers the reader a word of hope and a call to action. This book is for anyone looking to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God in a time drowning in accusation and ambiguity.

If you long to protect your peace in times of conflict, this book is for you.
If you long to live ethically and authentically in times of struggle, this book is for you.
If you are moved to pray that God would do a new thing in the life of this nation, this book is for you.


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Mischa Field is an ordained reverend who has practiced ministry in Brooklyn for 21 years. His writing explores the intersection of Divinity and Humanity: Faith, Identity, Culture, and the Soul. His heart for hurting people and broken institutions fuel his determination to rebuild both.

A graduate of Amherst College and Alliance Theological Seminary, with degrees in film, writing, and urban ministry, and a background in journalism, he finds consistent joy in the mysteries of faith, consistent humility in attempting to practice them, and constant wonder in God’s ability to accomplish perfect things with perfect combinations of imperfect people.

A native of Brattleboro, Vermont, he lives in Queens with Lori, his wife of 15 years. Soul of the Citizen is his first book.


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GUEST POST

 What are your top 10 favorite authors?

Ten is an impossibly short list. If I write this tomorrow, I will say something different. I love storytellers, essayists, comedians, and poets, people with unique voices, who make language sing, surprise, and inspire. And there are so many people who do that wonderfully. Here are ten for today: James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, Mark Twain, Douglas Adams, David Sedaris, Norton Juster, Shane Koyczan, Shane Hawley, Shihan Van Clief, Sarah Kay.


How long have you been writing?

I have been writing all my life.


What kind of research do you do before you begin writing a book?

It depends on the subject. I might have to learn about countries, culture, history or government. I may have to learn about a world that a particular piece references. Often, I find I must research something I learned long ago and need to review. I know it well enough to look for it, but not well enough to use it. One recurring motif in my process is discovery. A lot of writing, for me involves hunting for things I’ve already found.


Do you read yourself and if so, what is your favorite genre?

When I read, I tend to flock to things that will make me laugh and make me think. The late Jim Valvano once said that every day he could laugh, cry, and learn something, was a good day. To that list, I would just add celebrate. If I can laugh, cry, learn something, and celebrate, it’s been a good day. These are the things I try to promote in my writing. These are things I look for in reading.


Do you prefer to write in silence or with noise? Why?

I like noise, but I have never been able to make it work. I get lost in music. I get lost in other people’s conversations. I struggle to shut out the noise around me. Silence is best.


Do you write one book at a time, or do you have several going at a time?

Several at once. It works for me If I have multiple topics, and multiple genres. Writing two books in the same lane would probably drive me crazy.


Pen or typewriter or computer?

My grandmother was a poet and children’s book author. For most of her life, she wrote by hand and then used a typewriter. When she needed a second draft, she started over. Late in life, she adopted one of those word processors that showed four lines of type on the screen. I have tremendous respect for that because I could never do it. I need a computer for everything. If not the computer, then a tablet. If not a tablet, then the phone. If I must write on paper, I transfer it as quickly as I can. Paper is chaos. And I write in tongues. Sometimes I can barely read my own handwriting. Computers make everything better.


Do you have any advice to offer for new authors?

Write all your moods. Explore every mode. Allow yourself to play. Decline to wrap a bow around yourself as a creative. There was a brilliant documentary on Jim Henson that showcased just how many things he allowed himself to do. And a friend of his, the children’s book author Maurice Sendak, pointed out that people will frequently attempt to police the lanes artists explore. If you are a writer, who also paints, or sings, some people will object. If you’re a journalist who also writes poetry, some people will balk. You will find this throughout your process. Plenty of people will try to pigeonhole you. Don’t do it to yourself. You have no idea the fullness of gifting that lies within you. Seize opportunities to let it out.


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*Book Tour & Giveaway* Emperator

 


Emperator

The Chronicles of Alcinia Book VI

by Miriam Newman

Genre: Historical Fantasy Romance 

Grandson of one of history’s greatest generals, Sergius is a warrior without equal. It has been easy for him to be a hero when he was expected to be. When he finds himself fighting for the freedom of his grandfather’s country and the heart of a woman, he must be a hero because he is.


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Fantasy poetry driven by myths and legends has been my passion for as long as I can remember. I was published in poetry before catching the romance writing bug. I bring that background to my writing along with a lifelong addiction to horses, an 18 year career in various areas of psychiatric social services and many trips to Ireland, where I nurture my muse. My published works range from contemporary fantasy romance to fantasy historical, futuristic, science fiction and historical romance. Currently I live in rural Pennsylvania with a “motley crew” of rescue animals. You can see my books at www.miriamnewman.com.


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*Book Blitz & Giveaway* Halftime

 


Halftime

First Down Series Book 2

by Jennifer M. Miller

Genre: Sports Romance 

Angst. Passion. Heat.

Meghan and Chase... The story continues.

Total opposites with a troubled past,

Meghan Grace and Chase Harrison are far from end game.

Interceptions from an ex. Flags are thrown. The play clock is ticking...

If they can’t face the past, they’ll lose each other forever.

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First Down

First Down Series Book 1

Meghan Grace is hiding a secret that will destroy her.

For Grey, grief and pain go hand in hand. After her father’s death, she hides her true self from the world under thick make-up and dyed hair. No one can see the tragedy in her eyes.

When she’s forced to run away, she finds solace in her college scholarship. Except she’s constantly looking over her shoulder, waiting for her mother to strike. All hope seems lost...

Until Chase plops into the chair next to her. If only he knew who she really was... If he connects the dots too late, he’ll lose her, and his chance at the NFL, forever.

Fans of Lucy Score and Meghan Quinn will love the witty dialogue and angsty athletes in Jennifer M. Miller’s First Down series.

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USA Today and internationally bestselling author Jennifer M. Miller writes sports romance as well as paranormal romance for Creative Words Press.

When she’s not writing, Jennifer travels across the United States with her family in an RV. At each destination, she draws inspiration for her next story.

Whether its worlds with magic and werewolves or a budding flame between the star wide receiver and his coach’s daughter, she always adds a healthy dose of steam and humor.

If you like Jennifer’s angsty characters and witty dialogue, she recommends you also check out Lucy Score and Emelia Rose. They're kind of her idols. Subscribe to Jennifer's newsletter for a free book and updates on her latest releases!


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Monday, March 28, 2022

*Book Tour & Giveaway* The Spider Green Mystery Thrillers

 


Fruit of the Poisonous Tree

Spider Green Mystery Thriller Series Book 1

by Norm Harris

Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Action

Faydra “Spider” Green is a dedicated Navy JAG lawyer who has lived her life in the shadows of a great and powerful man: her father, former President of the United States William Green. Green cannot heal the wound in his relationship with his daughter. His former power and influence curse Faydra and cause her to wonder if her accomplishments were her own doing.

 A lawyer by trade, Faydra is both anxious and excited as she undertakes her first homicide investigation: —the brutal murder of a Navy SEAL. She reasons that a successful investigation will provide her the opportunity to validate her sense of self-worth. Thanks to her remarkable deductive abilities, Faydra soon realizes that the accused man, a Special Ops Marine war hero, may be innocent and that the Navy is using her as a pawn in a complex cover-up.

 Meanwhile, a seasoned Navy Sea Captain, Egan Fletcher, whose wife had died eight years earlier, struggles to balance his Navy career with raising a son. When the Navy purposefully pairs him with Faydra in a meeting, the two Navy officers embark on an adrenaline-pumping adventure. It is a top-secret mission- impossible that will take them halfway around the world in an attempt to avert a catastrophic act of terrorism in the form of a biological war.

 Set against the dramatic backdrop of Washington State’s Puget Sound and the mystique of East Asia, Faydra’s story revolves around a woman who appears to be as pure as the driven snow—yet, she is driven by an insatiable need to complete any assignment, no matter how dangerous. Along the way, she transforms into a symbol of hope, perseverance, and a woman’s ability to overcome life-threatening events.


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Arid Sea

Spider Green Mystery Thriller Series Book 2

Faydra “Spider” Green is a spirited Navy lawyer who wants nothing more than to do the right thing and see justice done. After reconciling with her father, former President William Green, Fay is asked to investigate the mysterious disappearance of Alvin Joe, a retired admiral. He has vanished – seemingly into thin air – from his Florida home, along with secret files for a top-secret military weapon. Alongside her bubbly, quick-witted sister and a handsome, affable Sheriff, Fay sets out to track down Joe. But she soon finds herself embroiled in a deeper and far more sinister plot involving an unscrupulous corporation, the mafia, and a truly evil man who has his sights set on destroying her.


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Deception Pass

Spider Green Mystery Thriller Series Book 3

Faydra “Spider” Green has had a storied career as a Navy lawyer, all while juggling being the daughter of a former U.S. President. She has successfully navigated complex diplomatic situations, pulse-pounding legal investigations, and dangerous military missions, managing each time to save the day. But now, Fay finds herself faced with a task unlike anything she has ever tackled before: fierce mafioso Roman Justine, the man who had nearly cost Fay her life, has seemingly returned from the dead. Now, Justine, hellbent on revenge, poses a threat to Fay and national security. Fay will have to go to extraordinary lengths to stop him, even tampering with the bounds of time and space.

 Katrinka Lavrova is a young Russian espionage agent discovered by Russian Navy Captain Lavrov at the age of nineteen. Katrinka worked as both a spy and a sparrow since age thirteen to support her aged parents. Lavrov rescues the woman and becomes her guardian. Captain Lavrov introduces Katrinka to Fay. Fay asks Katrinka to help her steal the top-secret plans from Roman Justine’s office safe. Fay grows fond of Kat and offers her a fresh start in the United States. Katrinka dares to hope for a better life by accepting Fay’s offer. 


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The Girl Who Knew Death

Spider Green Mystery Thriller Series Book 4


Navy lawyer and former First Daughter Faydra (Fay) Green is no longer quite so haunted by the dark events of her recent past and is hoping for some well-deserved rest. But her world is once again turned upside down when a shocking secret about her adopted daughter, Katrinka (Kat), is revealed. But before Fay can help Kat make any decisions about her future, Kat is captured and thrown into an Egyptian prison.

She manages to escape but must flee to safety across Europe, trying to stay one step ahead of several mysterious pursuers. Soon, Fay and Kat discover they are being chased by more than ordinary forces – Azrael, the Angel of Death, has taken a puzzling interest in their situation and a dangerous demon appears to be stalking Kat’s every move. It will take all of Fay’s strength and ingenuity to meet these, and other, challenges looming ahead of her, while Kat must ask herself what she truly wants out of life.


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Norm Harris' first novel debuted on an Amazon bestseller list in 2002 and a Writer’s Digest
award winner. It was a one-and-done, but now he's back with a plan to publish the Spider Green Mystery
Thriller Series from the first mystery/thriller of days gone by.
Except for time spent in military service, he is a second-generation
Seattleite (that's what they call those who dwell in the shadow of Mt. Rainier), with his legal beagle son,
K-K, and five giant tropical fish. Norm's stories spring from his memories of people who he has met and
places and the places he has visited as he traveled the world. Diversity, inclusion, and equality are
foremost in each story. "Fay is an admirable, tough, brilliant protagonist." said one reviewer. Said another,
"Lt Commander Faydra Green from the JAG Corps is a “take no prisoners” protagonist..."
Watch for his four  upcoming first quarter 2022 novels, "Fruit of
the Poisonous Tree", "Arid Sea", "Deception Pass", and "The Girl Who Knew Death" in what he hopes to
be an award-winning mystery thriller series. And in late 2022 his fifth book in the series "Rain and Wind
and Fire".
Thank you for reading and if you enjoyed the stories please consider
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