Monday, October 29, 2012

#TranscenderBookTour


Transcender: First-Timer
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Join us for a three week tour of Transcender: First-Timer! And then come back and enjoy another three week tour in Jan for book 2!!  And don't forget to enter the wonderful giveaway!


Book Description

August 3, 2012
When a freak lightning storm turns terrifying, Jaden Beckett, a typical Connecticut teenager, is suddenly shifted into a parallel existence where she finds herself a member of the ruling family in a counterpart of America on a strange alternate version of earth--one filled with hidden dangers, political intrigue, remarkable creatures, and forbidden romance.


Biography

Born and raised at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains, in Salt Lake City, Utah, Vicky Savage became irresistibly enchanted by the lure of the ocean when she attended law school in Florida. She practiced law for several years before taking time off to raise her two children. She lives on the water on the west coast of Florida with her husband, son, and two dogs. Ms. Savage recently completed Book 2 of the Transcender Trilogy, Streaming Stars, which will be released in 2012.
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Dec. 17th
Overflowing Bookshelves http://overflowingbookshelves.com




Dec. 18th
Asha Butterflys http://ashabutterflys.blogspot.com


Dec. 19th
The Cover Contessa http://thecovercontessa.blogspot.com/
Broad-Minded Books http://broad-mindedbooks.blogspot.com



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SnifferWalk http://www.snifferwalk.org
Sweet Southern Home http://sweetsouthernhome.net


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Aspired Writer http://lynelleclarkaspiredwriter.blogspot.com/
Always a Booklover http://alwaysabooklover.blogspot.com



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Jenn Renee Read http://jennreneeread.blogspot.com

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WTF are you reading? http://www.wtfareyoureading.com


Dec. 31





Surrender Promo Tour #SurrenderBookTour

 

Surrender 
by: Rhiannon Paille 
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Join us for a week long tour of Surrender by Rhiannon Paille!  We will be giving away 2 print copies of this wonder book!
How far would you go to save everything you ever loved?

Kaliel was warned about her love for the Ferryman. One day he will marry the land and leave Avristar forever. She doesn't listen, and because of what she is-- a Flame-- one of nine apocalyptic weapons, she sparks a war. In a desperate attempt to save her home and her love, Kaliel tries to awaken Avred, not knowing she may have to make the ultimate sacrifice.

I was never a normal girl. My life was an urban fantasy wrapped in a paranormal romance and served with a side of horror. To escape my everyday weirdness I began writing fantasy. I studied at U of Sedona and MIMT, obtaining a PhD in Metaphysical Science and Parapsychology. I'm married to a chef/comic book shop owner and I have a fondness for architecture. I frequent twitter and facebook, but if you really want to get to know me you should visit my site: www.yafantasyauthor.com
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Friday, October 26, 2012

In My Mailbox


Welcome to my post for IN MY WITCHBOX!  This weekly (if I get stuff) post is full of books and things that I get in the mail during the week.  If you would like to keep up with what I find at the store etc. follow my Pinterest Board Here Some of these books will end up being given away to you guys!

So these I purchased
These I have received for Reviews and Tours
And these are what I have found at the lovely used bookstores

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Two and Twenty Dark Tales

 My Review:
"This one was great! I love anthologies. They are so fun! And with these authors you just couldn't go wrong! Big 5 stars for this one! I love the cover to. Its always intresting to see how they are going to add all the authors names. And this way it's beautiful and doesnt take away from the cover art. Great Job!"
"*I received a copy of this book for free to review, this in no way influenced my review, all opinions are 100% honest and my own."

Book Description

October 16, 2012
In this anthology, 20 authors explore the dark and hidden meanings behind some of the most beloved Mother Goose nursery rhymes through short story retellings. The dark twists on classic tales range from exploring whether Jack truly fell or if Jill pushed him instead to why Humpty Dumpty, fragile and alone, sat atop so high of a wall. The authors include Nina Berry, Sarwat Chadda, Leigh Fallon, Gretchen McNeil, and Suzanne Young.

I didnt know what to do for the authors so here they are and their links to goodreads.com  by 

"Thanks to Netgalley and Month9Books for the review copy. Sorry it took me so long to get it done!"

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Review: Buddy How a Rooster Made Me a Family Man

Title: Buddy How a rooster Made Me a Family Man 

Author: Brian McGrory 

Pages: 311 

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My Review: 5 Stars
"This book I won via Awareness Pro. I was so excited when it came in the mail. I ended up reading it as soon as it came and then had to stop it. Chapter 6 you will want to have a BIG box of tissues with or near you. It is a very sad chapter. The rest of the book is both funny and great!  It was a great read and dont let that one sad chapter stop you from picking up this wonderful witty, comical book!"
"*I received a copy of this book for free to review, this in no way influenced my review, all opinions are 100% honest and my own."

Book Description

November 13, 2012
Award-winning journalist Brian McGrory goes head to beak in a battle royale with another male for a top-spot in his home, vying for dominance with the family’s pet rooster. 
   Brian McGrory's life changed drastically after the death of his beloved dog, Harry: he fell in love with Pam, Harry's veterinarian. Though Brian’s only responsibility used to be his adored Harry, Pam came with accessories that could not have been more exotic to the city-loving bachelor: a home in suburbia, two young daughters, two dogs, two cats, two rabbits, and a portly, snow white, red-crowned-and-wattled step-rooster named Buddy. While Buddy loves the women of the house, he takes Brian's presence as an affront, doing everything he can to drive out his rival. Initially resistant to elements of his new life and to the loud, aggressive rooster (who stares menacingly, pecks threateningly, and is constantly poised to attack), Brian eventually sees that Buddy shares the kind of extraordinary relationship with Pam and her two girls that he wants for himself. The rooster is what Brian needs to be – strong and content, devoted to what he has rather than what might be missing. As he learns how to live by living with animals, Buddy, Brian’s nemesis, becomes Buddy, Brian’s inspiration, in this inherently human story of love, acceptance, and change.
   In the tradition of bestsellers like Marley and Me, Dewey, and The Tender Bar comes a heartwarming and wise tale of finding love in life’s second chapter - and how it means all the more when you have to fight for it.

Brian McGrory is a longtime newspaper reporter, editor, and columnist. Born and raised in and around Boston, he went to college at Bates College in Maine. He worked for the Patriot Ledger in Quincy, the New Haven Register in Connecticut, and has written for and edited the Boston Globe since 1989. He has a twice weekly column that appears on the front of the metro section, for which he has won the Scripps Howard journalism award, and is the author of four novels. He lives in Massachusetts with his entire family.

"Thanks to Awareness Pro and Crown Publishers for sending me this review copy!"

Friday, October 12, 2012

In My Mailbox

So this post will come up every Friday and will include pictures of all the books I have gotten in the mail this week.  
All books will be added to my Mailbox Board on Pinterest  if you would like to see all of them.

 

Worldsoul

Title: Worldsoul
Author: Liz Williams
Pages: 311
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My Review: 4 Stars
"This one I read in a day. It was a great idea but had some issues.  It was still a great read! I would deff. pick it up and give it a try."
"*I received a copy of this book for free to review, this in no way influenced my review, all opinions are 100% honest and my own."

Book Description

May 29, 2012
What if being a librarian was the most dangerous job in the world? Worldsoul, a great city that forms a nexus point between Earth and the many dimensions known as the Liminality, is a place where old stories gather, where forgotten legends come to fade and die - or to flourish and rise again. Until recently, Worldsoul has been governed by the Skein, but they have gone missing and no one knows why. The city is also being attacked with lethal flower-bombs from an unknown enemy. Mercy Fane and her fellow Librarians are doing their best to maintain the Library, but...things...keep breaking out of ancient texts and legends are escaping into the city. Mercy must pursue one such dangerous creature. She turns to Shadow, an alchemist, for aid, but Shadow - inadvertently possessed by an ifrit - has a perilous quest of her own to undertake.

"Thanks to O Prime Books for the review copy."

Saturday, October 06, 2012

Phantom Tour


Welcome and thanks for stopping by my day on the tour!  I hope you enjoy the Guest Post from the author as much as I did! And don't forget to follow and enter the giveaway


Title: Phantom
Author: Laura De Luca
Publisher: Pagan Writers Press
Pages: 270

Blurb
The “Phantom” was a musical phenomenon that Rebecca had always found enchanting. She had no idea that her life was about to mirror the play that was her obsession. When her high school drama club chooses “Phantom” as their annual production, Rebecca finds herself in the middle of an unlikely love triangle and the target of a sadistic stalker who uses the lines from the play as their calling card.

Rebecca lands the lead role of Christine, the opera diva, and like her character, she is torn between her two co-stars—Tom the surfer and basketball star who plays the lovable hero, and Justyn, the strangely appealing Goth who is more than realistic in the role of the tortured artist.

Almost immediately after casting, strange things start to happen both on and off the stage. Curtains fall. Mirrors are shattered. People are hurt in true phantom style. They all seem like accidents until Rebecca receives notes and phone calls that hint at something more sinister. Is Justyn bringing to life the twisted character of the phantom? Or in real life are the roles of the hero and the villain reversed? Rebecca doesn’t know who to trust, but she knows she’s running out of time as she gets closer and closer to opening night. Only when the mask is stripped away, will the twenty first century phantom finally be revealed.

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Gothic Belly Dancer Laura “Tempest” Schmidt

 One of my favorite scenes in Phantom includes a belly dance routine. I can't say any more than that because I don't want to give away information about a pivotal scene in the story. But I can tell you a little about the amazing woman who inspired the scene. Her name is Laura "Tempest" Schimdt, and she is a world renowned Gothic Belly Dancer.

I consider myself truly blessed to have not only met Tempest, but to have shared Sacred Space with her on a few occasions. About three years ago, I was introduced to Tempest through my best friend and coven sister, Donna. She was taking her belly dance class at a local gym, and convinced me to come along.  Now, I am just about the most uncoordinated person in the world, and learning even the simplest steps was a challenge for me. But Tempest had the patience of an angel, and always took a few extra moments to try to help me get it right. I was only able to go to few classes before I got pregnant with my daughter and was on bed rest. By the time she was born, Tempest had moved, but those few classes were an experience I will never forget.

In addition to taking her class, I also attended a few professional performances that Tempest arranged in our area. The class was fun, but was nothing compared to watching Tempest perform live. When she begins to move, it’s like she is magically transformed into the Goddess herself. Her movements are fluid and graceful. Her costumes (which she often designs herself) are enchanting. She has created her own version of Gothic Belly Dance that is elegant and breathtaking. It literally brought tears to my eyes. Even as a writer, I find it hard to express just how amazing it is to watch her perform.  Tempest is one of the most beautiful women I have had the privilege to meet. It is a beauty that emanates from her soul and is transferred to the fluid movements of her body. All the wisdom of the ages is expressed in the poetic motions of her dance. She is a true artist.

If you would like to learn more about Tempest, you can visit her website, Darkly Dramatic. There you can find dozens of beautiful photos in her gallery. Both the costumes and the poses are stunning!  If you want to learn how to belly dance, she has several DVDs available for purchase. You can also check out Med Devi to purchase her own unique accessory and costume designs.






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