Friday, February 15, 2013
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Friday, February 1, 2013
Blog Tour: A Cast of Stones: Release Day Blast!
In the backwater village of Callowford, Errol Stone's search for a drink is interrupted by a church messenger who arrives with urgent missives for the hermit priest in the hills.
Desperate for coin, Errol volunteers to deliver them but soon finds himself hunted by deadly assassins.
Forced to flee with the priest and a small band of travelers, Errol soon learns he's joined a quest that
could change the fate of his kingdom.
Protected for millennia by the heirs of the first king, the kingdom's dynasty is near an end and a new king must be selected. As tension and danger mount, Errol must leave behind his drunkenness and grief, learn to fight, and come to know his God in order to survive a journey to discover his destiny.
A Cast of Stones by Patrick Carr
Paperback, 400 pages
Expected Publication: February 1st 2013 by Bethany House Publishers
Desperate for coin, Errol volunteers to deliver them but soon finds himself hunted by deadly assassins.
Forced to flee with the priest and a small band of travelers, Errol soon learns he's joined a quest that
could change the fate of his kingdom.
Protected for millennia by the heirs of the first king, the kingdom's dynasty is near an end and a new king must be selected. As tension and danger mount, Errol must leave behind his drunkenness and grief, learn to fight, and come to know his God in order to survive a journey to discover his destiny.
A Cast of Stones by Patrick Carr
Paperback, 400 pages
Expected Publication: February 1st 2013 by Bethany House Publishers
Available Today!
Thursday, January 31, 2013
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Waiting On Wednesday: Unravel Me
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Monday, January 28, 2013
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Blog Tour: A Cast of Stones (+Giveaway!)
In the backwater village of Callowford, Errol Stone's search for a drink is interrupted by a church messenger who arrives with urgent missives for the hermit priest in the hills.
Desperate for coin, Errol volunteers to deliver them but soon finds himself hunted by deadly assassins.
Forced to flee with the priest and a small band of travelers, Errol soon learns he's joined a quest that
could change the fate of his kingdom.
Protected for millennia by the heirs of the first king, the kingdom's dynasty is near an end and a new king must be selected. As tension and danger mount, Errol must leave behind his drunkenness and grief, learn to fight, and come to know his God in order to survive a journey to discover his destiny.
A Cast of Stones by Patrick Carr
Paperback, 400 pages
Expected Publication: February 1st 2013 by Bethany House Publishers
Desperate for coin, Errol volunteers to deliver them but soon finds himself hunted by deadly assassins.
Forced to flee with the priest and a small band of travelers, Errol soon learns he's joined a quest that
could change the fate of his kingdom.
Protected for millennia by the heirs of the first king, the kingdom's dynasty is near an end and a new king must be selected. As tension and danger mount, Errol must leave behind his drunkenness and grief, learn to fight, and come to know his God in order to survive a journey to discover his destiny.
A Cast of Stones by Patrick Carr
Paperback, 400 pages
Expected Publication: February 1st 2013 by Bethany House Publishers
Available 2/1/2013!
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Patrick Carr on the creation of The Watchmen:
When I set about creating my fantasy world, the idea of a king’s personal guard appealed to me. It seemed reasonable that a monarch would have his own guards made up of the elite swordsmen in the kingdom. The idea’s not uncommon. After all you can find similar concepts in Jordan’s work where warders are assigned to Aes Sedai, and in Stephen R. Donaldson’s work (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant) where you have the bloodguard to watch over the lords of Revelstone.
But I just didn't want to have a bunch of guys hanging out with swords, I wanted them to have a story. A hint of that history comes through early in the book when one of my favorite characters, Cruk, confronts a fellow watchman. Typically, watchmen don’t leave the king, yet we find that there are three of them in this little backwater and two of them are trying to kill my hero, Errol. What gives? Cruk doesn't know; he’s been gone for five years.
In the meantime, we get all these other questions. Why do the men of the watch wear black? How come none of them have last names? All of these kind of simmer through the story as Errol tries to stay alive. Then we get to one of my favorite chapters in “A Cast of Stones” called “Conger’s Tale.” It’s about halfway through the book when Conger, a defrocked priest, sets Errol straight on the history of the kingdom, but within that he fills him in on the background of the watch. It’s a really fun read.
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Patrick Carr on the creation of The Watchmen:
When I set about creating my fantasy world, the idea of a king’s personal guard appealed to me. It seemed reasonable that a monarch would have his own guards made up of the elite swordsmen in the kingdom. The idea’s not uncommon. After all you can find similar concepts in Jordan’s work where warders are assigned to Aes Sedai, and in Stephen R. Donaldson’s work (The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant) where you have the bloodguard to watch over the lords of Revelstone.
But I just didn't want to have a bunch of guys hanging out with swords, I wanted them to have a story. A hint of that history comes through early in the book when one of my favorite characters, Cruk, confronts a fellow watchman. Typically, watchmen don’t leave the king, yet we find that there are three of them in this little backwater and two of them are trying to kill my hero, Errol. What gives? Cruk doesn't know; he’s been gone for five years.
In the meantime, we get all these other questions. Why do the men of the watch wear black? How come none of them have last names? All of these kind of simmer through the story as Errol tries to stay alive. Then we get to one of my favorite chapters in “A Cast of Stones” called “Conger’s Tale.” It’s about halfway through the book when Conger, a defrocked priest, sets Errol straight on the history of the kingdom, but within that he fills him in on the background of the watch. It’s a really fun read.
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On tour now with Prism Book Tours!
1/23 – LAUNCH-DAY BLAST! – Backing Books – Herbwomen
1/24 – Christian Novels – Review – World
1/25 – I Am a Reader, Not a Writer – Readers
1/27 – Reads to Reels – Watchmen
1/28 – LDS & Lovin’ It – Clergy
1/29 – Proud Book Nerd – World
1/30 – Open the Page – Herbwomen
1/31 – Wonderings of One Person –Review – Readers
2/1 – RELEASE-DAY BLAST!
2/3 – Simple Wyrdings – Watchmen
2/4 – Bookworm Lisa – Review – Clergy
2/5 – Passion & Life – Readers
2/6 – Kari’s Crowded Bookshelf – Review – Herbwomen
2/7 – Coffee, Books & Me – Readers
2/8 – Backing Books – Review – World
2/10 – Letters to the Cosmos – Watchmen
2/11 – Jill Williamson – Review – Clergy
2/12 – ADD Librarian – Herbwomen
2/13 – Worthy 2 Read – Review – Watchmen
2/14 – Hey, Tara! – World
2/15 – Pieces of Whimsy – Review – Readers
2/17 – CTF Devourer – Review – Clergy
2/18 – Pause Time – Readers
2/19 – A Backwards Story – Review – World
2/19 – Christy’s Cozy Corner – Herbwomen
2/20 – Min Reads & Reviews – Review – Watchmen
2/21 – FINALE BLAST – Winner will be Announced!!
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About the Author:
Awards: ACFW Genesis Competition 2010 Finalist for “A Cast of Stones” in Speculative Fiction.
Find & Follow:
Website
Blog
Goodreads
Facebook
Music
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Tour-Wide Giveaway:
Open only to those who can legally enter. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and the winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Burgandy Ice @ Colorimetry and sponsored by Bethany House & the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.
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About the Author:
Patrick Carr was born on an Air Force base in West Germany at the height of the cold war. He has been told this was not his fault. As an Air Force brat, he experienced a change in locale every three years until his father retired to Tennessee. Patrick saw more of the world on his own through a varied and somewhat eclectic education and work history. He graduated from Georgia Tech in 1984 and has worked as a draftsman at a nuclear plant, did design work for the Air Force, worked for a printing company, and consulted as an engineer. Patrick’s day gig for the last five years has been teaching high school math in Nashville, TN. He currently makes his home in Nashville with his wonderfully patient wife, Mary, and four sons he thinks are amazing: Patrick, Connor, Daniel, and Ethan. Sometime in the future he would like to be a jazz pianist. Patrick thinks writing about himself in the third person is kind of weird.
Awards: ACFW Genesis Competition 2010 Finalist for “A Cast of Stones” in Speculative Fiction.
Find & Follow:
Website
Blog
Goodreads
Music
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Tour-Wide Giveaway:
Grand Prize (USA & Canada): Print copy of entire series of three books (#2 & #3 as they are published) + A Cast of Stones Mug + Lend your name to a character in book #3!!
2nd Prize (USA & Canada): Print copy of A Cast of Stones
International: eCopy of A Cast of Stones
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Saturday, January 26, 2013
Movie Review: Mini's First Time
"Sex. Murder. Blackmail. There's a first time for everything."
Release Date: July 14, 2006
DVD Release Date: October 24, 2006
Cast:
Plot Summary:
Nick Guthe's darkly comic Mini's First Time stars Nikki Reed as the title character, a manipulative, highly sexualized teenager with parents who fail to offer much structure or guidance. Her stepfather (Alec Baldwin) is rich and dim, and her mother (Carrie-Anne Moss) leads a hard-partying lifestyle. As the relationship between Mini and her stepfather grows more twisted, criminal activity occurs. Luke Wilson appears as a detective investigating the situation, and Jeff Goldblum plays their wealthy neighbor.
My Thoughts:
This movie is a must see for everyone! I had never even heard of it until my sister had me watch it, and I am so glad I did. The first time I saw Nikki Reed in a movie was when she was in Thirteen with Evan Rachel Wood, and she was really good in that one. She did just as good in this one. She plays a really good crazy slut, I know that's not nice to say, but she is a really good actress.
Reasons To Watch It:
-Alec Baldwin is hot, not matter how old he's getting.
-Nikki Reed is hot too, and she plays a good psycho.
-It's a really interesting movie.
Screenshots :)
Have you seen this?
You really should watch it?
Did you see her in Thirteen?
Have a great day!
Friday, January 25, 2013
Book Review: They're Coming by Timothy Young
They're Coming by Timothy Young
They're Coming! is a humorously creepy picture book from author/illustrator Timothy Young. It shows monsters and ghouls and various creatures from all over. Why are they coming? You'll have to read the book to find out.
My Thoughts:
This book has the perfect amount of creepy-ness, and suspense for a children's book. It keeps you going and going and wondering what's going on. But of course at the end you find out what they're actually coming for. And us, as adults, know that it's nothing truly scary, but it was great for my son. He loved the ending and was smiling and laughing. He's always loved scary stuff and Halloween. And he's practically obsessed with zombies.
I recommend this book to everybody, but especially moms who have children that love scary stuff :)
About the Author:
Timothy Young has worked as an animator, toy designer, graphic designer, art director and illustrator. He is proud to add author to that list with his first book, I'M LOOKING FOR A MONSTER! He is currently finishing his second book for Random House and has many more in various stages of completion. I'M LOOKING FOR A MONSTER! won a merit award for design from the New York Bookbinders Guild.
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Blog Tour: A Cast of Stones: Launch Day Blast! (Giveaway)
In the backwater village of Callowford, Errol Stone's search for a drink is interrupted by a church messenger who arrives with urgent missives for the hermit priest in the hills.
Desperate for coin, Errol volunteers to deliver them but soon finds himself hunted by deadly assassins.
Forced to flee with the priest and a small band of travelers, Errol soon learns he's joined a quest that
could change the fate of his kingdom.
Protected for millennia by the heirs of the first king, the kingdom's dynasty is near an end and a new king must be selected. As tension and danger mount, Errol must leave behind his drunkenness and grief, learn to fight, and come to know his God in order to survive a journey to discover his destiny.
A Cast of Stones by Patrick Carr
Paperback, 400 pages
Expected Publication: February 1st 2013 by Bethany House Publishers
Desperate for coin, Errol volunteers to deliver them but soon finds himself hunted by deadly assassins.
Forced to flee with the priest and a small band of travelers, Errol soon learns he's joined a quest that
could change the fate of his kingdom.
Protected for millennia by the heirs of the first king, the kingdom's dynasty is near an end and a new king must be selected. As tension and danger mount, Errol must leave behind his drunkenness and grief, learn to fight, and come to know his God in order to survive a journey to discover his destiny.
A Cast of Stones by Patrick Carr
Paperback, 400 pages
Expected Publication: February 1st 2013 by Bethany House Publishers
Available February 1, 2013!
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On Tour with Prism Book Tours
Only on this tour will the author:
-Share the creation
-Share his goals.
-Share visuals & excerpts
on each of these mini-themes:
The Herbwomen of secret lore
The World of The Staff & the Sword
The Readers of the cast lots
The Watchmen, elite warriors
The Clergy of power
See the Tour below to catch all the great Guest Posts and Reviews!!
1/23 – LAUNCH-DAY BLAST! – Backing Books – Herbwomen
1/24 – Christian Novels – Review – World
1/25 – I Am a Reader, Not a Writer – Readers
1/27 – Reads to Reels – Watchmen
1/28 – LDS & Lovin’ It – Clergy
1/29 – Proud Book Nerd – World
1/30 – Open the Page – Herbwomen
1/31 – Wonderings of One Person –Review – Readers
2/1 – RELEASE-DAY BLAST!
2/3 – Simple Wyrdings – Watchmen
2/4 – Bookworm Lisa – Review – Clergy
2/5 – Passion & Life – Readers
2/6 – Kari’s Crowded Bookshelf – Review – Herbwomen
2/7 – Coffee, Books & Me – Readers
2/8 – Backing Books – Review – World
2/10 – Letters to the Cosmos – Watchmen
2/11 – Jill Williamson – Review – Clergy
2/12 – ADD Librarian – Herbwomen
2/13 – Worthy 2 Read – Review – Watchmen
2/14 – Hey, Tara! – World
2/15 – Pieces of Whimsy – Review – Readers
2/17 – CTF Devourer – Review – Clergy
2/18 – Pause Time – Readers
2/19 – A Backwards Story – Review – World
2/19 – Christy’s Cozy Corner – Herbwomen
2/20 – Min Reads & Reviews – Review – Watchmen
2/21 – FINALE BLAST – Winner will be Announced!!
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About the Author:
Awards: ACFW Genesis Competition 2010 Finalist for “A Cast of Stones” in Speculative Fiction.
Find & Follow:
Website
Blog
Goodreads
Facebook
Music
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Tour-Wide Giveaway:
Open only to those who can legally enter. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by Rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and the winner will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Burgandy Ice @ Colorimetry and sponsored by Bethany House & the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.
a Rafflecopter giveaway
About the Author:
Patrick Carr was born on an Air Force base in West Germany at the height of the cold war. He has been told this was not his fault. As an Air Force brat, he experienced a change in locale every three years until his father retired to Tennessee. Patrick saw more of the world on his own through a varied and somewhat eclectic education and work history. He graduated from Georgia Tech in 1984 and has worked as a draftsman at a nuclear plant, did design work for the Air Force, worked for a printing company, and consulted as an engineer. Patrick’s day gig for the last five years has been teaching high school math in Nashville, TN. He currently makes his home in Nashville with his wonderfully patient wife, Mary, and four sons he thinks are amazing: Patrick, Connor, Daniel, and Ethan. Sometime in the future he would like to be a jazz pianist. Patrick thinks writing about himself in the third person is kind of weird.
Awards: ACFW Genesis Competition 2010 Finalist for “A Cast of Stones” in Speculative Fiction.
Find & Follow:
Website
Blog
Goodreads
Music
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Tour-Wide Giveaway:
Grand Prize (USA & Canada): Print copy of entire series of three books (#2 & #3 as they are published) + A Cast of Stones Mug + Lend your name to a character in book #3!!
2nd Prize (USA & Canada): Print copy of A Cast of Stones
International: eCopy of A Cast of Stones
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Monday, January 21, 2013
Book Review: Up Cat + Up Dog by Hazel Hutchins
Up Dog by Hazel Hutchins (writer), Fanny (illustrator)
Uh-oh! Look out, house! This little dog is very busy cheerfully digging up and chewing up everything in sight. It’s a sad little dog who’s locked up in the pen while the house and garden are tidied up. But all is not lost, as he’s cautiously welcomed back up the steps and into the house at the end of the day.
Readers will have fun both watching the antics of this little dog and interpreting the animated facial expressions that range from determination and dejection to joy. While readers follow the dog from bad to good in rhythmic two- or three-word panels, they’ll also learn how to use “up” phrases.
Together with UP CAT, this engaging board book will expand toddlers’ vocabulary while delighting them with everyday scenes in the lives of two adorable animals.
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Up Cat by Hazel Hutchins (writer), Fanny (illustrator)
"You'd be surprised at what a cat gets up to all day!"
A cat can get tangled up in all kinds of fun and mischief between wake-up time and nap time. Follow along with the playful text as Cat laps up milk, messes up the house, gets up to no good, stands up to a visiting dog, and finally curls up for a nap in the sun.
The expressive, energetic illustrations against simple backgrounds mirror the spare but rhythmic text that teaches about "up" actions while leading the reader through a day in the life of a cat.
Hazel Hutchins has written over 30 books for children and young adults and has received numerous awards for her work.
My Thoughts:
Just a little background info -my son is 7 and in 1st grade. And he's been in accelerated reading since Kindergarten. With that said, he loved these books. I think these would be great books to be read to your kids when they're babies as well as older kids. I would say up to 8 or 9. There are only a few words per page, but he didn't seem to care, he was laughing and loving the pictures as if it was his reading level. I suppose that's the beauty of reading :)
I also thought they were cute, I loved both stories, I was trying to pick a favorite, but couldn't. I loved the part where the cat gets tied up in the yarn, it was so adorable. Another thing is that even though there are only a few per page, they still had some challenging ones, like on the page with the yarn, it says "all snarled up." Well my son didn't know what that meant, so I was glad he was still learning something. And it is very educational, it talks about cats personality traits.
I definitely recommend this to all mommies! And everybody really! You can never go wrong with children's books.
Just a little background info -my son is 7 and in 1st grade. And he's been in accelerated reading since Kindergarten. With that said, he loved these books. I think these would be great books to be read to your kids when they're babies as well as older kids. I would say up to 8 or 9. There are only a few words per page, but he didn't seem to care, he was laughing and loving the pictures as if it was his reading level. I suppose that's the beauty of reading :)
I also thought they were cute, I loved both stories, I was trying to pick a favorite, but couldn't. I loved the part where the cat gets tied up in the yarn, it was so adorable. Another thing is that even though there are only a few per page, they still had some challenging ones, like on the page with the yarn, it says "all snarled up." Well my son didn't know what that meant, so I was glad he was still learning something. And it is very educational, it talks about cats personality traits.
I definitely recommend this to all mommies! And everybody really! You can never go wrong with children's books.
What's your favorite children's book?
**Both books were provided by the publisher via Netgalley**
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Book Review: Try Me by Diane Alberts
Try Me by Diane Alberts
(Take a Chance #1)
Synopsis:
What happens in Vegas…can lead to romance.
It took one wild night for Sergeant Jeremy Addison to realize that Vegas? Was a bad idea.
Bloody. Bruised. Dehydrated. Abandoned in the desert, and left to stagger down the road. The only way this leave could get worse was if his savior was his ex-best friend’s sister…and the girl he’d loved since childhood.
The last person Erica expected to find on the roadside was her high school crush. She hadn't seen Jeremy in seven years—ever since the night he said he loved her, and she ran away. Losing him then had been a mistake, but wanting him now could be catastrophic if he discovered the secret that chased every other man from her life. But with a tall, tattooed Marine determined to prove he’s always been faithful, can Erica resist his advances…or will she surrender ground and give love a try?
My Thoughts:
This one was a short one. So few pages and so much story to tell. I discovered this one in listopia-land. It had a lot of great reviews, so obviously I had to read it. And I love short stories, it makes me feel like I read a lot in a short amount of time. I'm weird, I know :)
I was glad that we got some back story between the 3 characters because it just starts out and we really don't know what's going on. There really was a lot of sexual tension between Erica and Jeremy, and I kept waiting for them to do something about it...
Overall it was a good story. I wish it was a bit longer and had them doing more stuff like in their daily lives. Because I feel like I didn't really get to know the characters. With the exception of the epilogue (obviously), the story takes places over a few days, and it's pretty much only when they're together and talking. So I feel like a lot was left out. Even though all the important stuff was included, it made me feel like it was a little unfinished.
The epilogue was beautiful and I knew it was going to be. That's the one thing that every review talks about. I didn't really expect them to be in that situation, but it certainly fit the story and was a really great ending. It just makes me wonder what is to come? Since this is #1 in the series. The epilogue kind of finished it off.... If you know what I mean...
And I love the cover too! Dude on the front is hot! And I love how the title and the author's name are tattoos on his body. That is really creative! And let's face it, if a book isn't by a well known author or really popular publishing company, the cover is usually crappy, but this one is gorgeous!!
So I say read it! It's worth your time and it really is a good story, I'm looking forward to reading the next book in the series, I'd like to know what else happens with them :) And I'm looking forward to reading more by Diane Alberts.
About the author:
Diane Alberts is a multi-published, bestselling author with Entangled Publishing, Swoon Romance, and Decadent Publishing. She has, as of this date, four books with Entangled Publishing, one book with Swoon Romance, and five older books with Decadent Publishing.Her February release with Entangled Publishing, ON ONE CONDITION, hit #18 on the Barnes and Noble bestseller list, and TRY ME hit #76 on Amazon. Her Swoon Romance novella, CAPTIVATED BY YOU, hit #31 on the Barnes and Noble bestseller list.
Author Links:
Have you read Try Me?
Heard of it yet?
Now you have!
So go read it and
then come back and
tell me all about it :)
Have a wonderful day!
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Justice Cover Reveal + Bonus!
Justice by Rhiannon Paille
(Book #2 in The Ferryman and the Flame)
Add it on Goodreads!
Available January 22, 2013!
How far would you go to destroy yourself?
Krishani always knew he would have to go to the Lands of Men, but he never thought it would be like this. Enemies everywhere, an ancestor he can't respect, elders he can't trust, a curse he can't stop and friends he can't help but hate. Desperate to end the pain, he sets out on a quest to find the other Flames and face the enemy that took everything from him.
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The first two books in the series:
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Bonus Cover Reveal!
Blood & Gold by Rhiannon Paille
(Book #2.5 in The Ferryman and the Flame)
Add it on Goodreads
Available June 2013!
This is JUSTICE from the villain's POV.
The Daed are pawns to one of the most powerful members of the Valtanyana. Crestaos is insane, his hunger for the Flames insatiable. The closer the Daed get to achieving his goal, the more expendable they become.
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| Rhiannon Paille |
She studied at U of Sedona and MIMT, obtaining a PhD in Metaphysical Science and Parapsychology. She's married to a chef/comic book shop owner and has a fondness for architecture. She frequents twitter and facebook, but if you really want to get to know her you should visit her site.
Author Links:
Twitter
So what do you all think of the covers?
I think they're gorgeous! Especially Blood & Gold.
I haven't read this series yet,
but it sounds really interesting.
Have a great day!
So what do you all think of the covers?
I think they're gorgeous! Especially Blood & Gold.
I haven't read this series yet,
but it sounds really interesting.
Have a great day!
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Waiting on Wednesday: Nobody But Us
releases that we're eagerly anticipating.
Nobody But Us by Kristin Halbrook
Expected Publication: January 29, 2012
Synopsis:
Bonnie and Clyde meets IF I STAY in this addictively heart-wrenching story of two desperate teenagers on the run from their pasts.
They’re young. They’re in love. They’re on the run.
Zoe wants to save Will as much as Will wants to save Zoe. When Will turns eighteen, they decide to run away together. But they never expected their escape to be so fraught with danger....
When the whole world is after you, sometimes it seems like you can’t run fast enough.
Nobody But Us, told in alternating perspectives from Will and Zoe, is an unflinching novel, in turns heartbreaking and hopeful, about survival, choices, and love...and how having love doesn’t always mean that you get a happy ending. Described as “beautiful, heartbreaking, and exhilarating” by Kody Keplinger, author of The DUFF, Nobody But Us will prove irresistible to fans of Nina Lacour, Jenny Han, and Sara Zarr.
This one has been on my list for a while.
With all the young love and running.
And possible danger, and stuff.
I bet it's going to be amazing :)
Is this on your to be read list?
What are you waiting on?
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Darkness Haunts by Susan Illene
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| Cover by PhatPuppy Art |
Melena has a few special skills the Army didn't provide, but the odds are still against her. She’s got to come up with a plan fast that doesn't involve her, or her friend, dying. But danger likes to play it rough. A war for power is about to rise in Fairbanks and if she wants to get Aniya back, she’s going to have to step right into the middle of it.
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Teaser for Darkness Haunts
I didn’t make it outside in time. The sups pulled a late-model, black BMW into an empty parking spot right in front of the bar. My SUV sat three spaces past it. I kept walking.Please don’t let them notice me.“Hey, pretty lady,” the driver said. The only vamp in the group had to be the one to notice me. He stepped right into my path.Avoid the eyes or he’ll know.I stared at a small stain on the collar of his brown suede jacket. Dried blood?The two werewolves snickered. “You can take that one for yourself, man. We’re going inside.”Rock music spilled out as they opened the bar door. I didn’t look back. The vamp in front of me held all of my attention. He appeared to be in his mid-twenties, but was actually closer to thirty. He’d been undead for about five years. I could take him…probably.My hand itched for my gun, but I remembered Wanda’s words from long ago. “Melena, don’t ever bring a gun to a vampire fight. You’ll get one shot off before they kill you.”Okay, fine, plan B.I put my hands in my pockets. “You wanna get out of my way?”“Why don’t you look at me, pretty lady?” Yeah, because that would be such a good idea. He was too young to compel anyone with his voice. In another few years he’d have that skill, but not yet. He had to use the eyes for now.I continued to stare at the stain on his jacket. He had hurt an innocent human. For all I knew it could have been Aniya. I clinched my fingers around my pocket knife. This guy had to be handled very carefully.“Get out of my way,” I said through clinched teeth. “I’m not interested.”His hand shot out to wrap around my throat. I flinched, but his grip wasn’t so tight I couldn’t breathe. Dead prey made bad meals for vampires.“Look. At. Me.” He forced my head up, but I kept my eyes averted. In my hand, I flipped open my knife and pressed it hard against the bulge in his pants. The tip didn’t go through, but the threat was clear. He loosened his grip on my throat enough so I could speak.“Back the fuck off,” I said, “or else this is really going to hurt.” Some people think the bigger the knife, the better. If used properly, a three inch blade could be every bit as effective.He backed off.“Bitch,” he spat.I smiled and held up my weapon. “Go inside before I change my mind and use this anyway.”A muscle ticked in his jaw. I thanked God he was too young to be a real threat. He hesitated a moment longer before making a move to pass me. I stepped aside, giving him plenty of room. My knife stayed up where he could see it.He tried to catch my eyes one more time. He kept going when it didn’t work. I’d had years of practice keeping my eyes averted when vamps were around. It had kept me alive, though I preferred to avoid them altogether. One day, I’d run into a vampire who wouldn’t forget he could heal from a knife wound—even if it was pointed at his genitals.
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Instead of making the traditional post high school move and attending college, Susan joined the U.S. Army. She spent her eighteenth birthday in the gas chamber — an experience she is sure is best left for criminals. For eleven years she served first as a human resources specialist and later as an Arabic linguist (mostly in Airborne units). Though all her duty assignments were stateside, she did make two deployments to Iraq where her language skills were put to regular use.
After leaving the service in 2009, Susan returned to school to study history with a focus on the Middle East. She no longer finds many opportunities to test her fighting abilities in real life, unless her husband is demanding she cook him a real meal, but she’s found a new outlet in writing urban fantasy heroines who can.
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