Wednesday, April 30, 2014

#Review & #Giveaway of MouseHeart by Lisa Fiedler #Published @simonschuster

The Warriors series meets Redwall in this first book in an epic animal adventure series set in the subway tunnels of Brooklyn.

Hopper is just an ordinary pet shop mouse before he escapes. Soon he finds himself below the bustling streets of Brooklyn, deep within the untamed tangles of transit tunnels, and in Atlantia, a glorious utopian rat civilization.

But all is not what it seems. Though Hopper is treated as a royal guest, he misses his siblings that he lost in the escape attempt. That, and Atlantia is constantly threatened by the rebels who wish to bring the city to its knees. And there are cats everywhere in Atlantia, cats that leave the citizens unharmed… and no one can seem to answer why.

Soon, Hopper is caught in the crosshairs of a colossal battle, one that crosses generations and species. As the clashes rage, Hopper learns terrible, extraordinary secrets: Deadly secrets about Atlantia. Painful secrets about his friends.

And one powerful secret about his destiny.

#Review The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street by @SusanJGilman #Giveaway @GrandCentralPub

The Ice Cream Queen of Orchard Street: A NovelIn 1913, little Malka Treynovsky flees Russia with her family. Bedazzled by tales of gold and movie stardom, she tricks them into buying tickets for America. Yet no sooner do they land on the squalid Lower East Side of Manhattan, than Malka is crippled and abandoned in the street.

Taken in by a tough-loving Italian ices peddler, she manages to survive through cunning and inventiveness. As she learns the secrets of his trade, she begins to shape her own destiny. She falls in love with a gorgeous, illiterate radical named Albert, and they set off across America in an ice cream truck. Slowly, she transforms herself into Lillian Dunkle, "The Ice Cream Queen" -- doyenne of an empire of ice cream franchises and a celebrated television personality. 

Lillian's rise to fame and fortune spans seventy years and is inextricably linked to the course of American history itself, from Prohibition to the disco days of Studio 54. Yet Lillian Dunkle is nothing like the whimsical motherly persona she crafts for herself in the media. Conniving, profane, and irreverent, she is a supremely complex woman who prefers a good stiff drink to an ice cream cone. And when her past begins to catch up with her, everything she has spent her life building is at stake.
Susan Jane GilmanSusan Jane Gilman is the author of Hypocrite in a Pouffy White Dress and Kiss My Tiara. She has an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Michigan, and has written commentary for The New York TimesThe Los Angeles Times, and Ms. magazine, among others. Her fiction and essays have received several literary awards. Though she lives in Geneva, Switzerland, she remains, eternally, a child of New York.
http://www.susanjanegilman.com/


This is a laugh out loud read!  I think it has a little to much word use of the word Darlings.  But other than that I didn't have any issue with this one.  The cover is cute and quirky and the story is just brilliant and complicated.  The cover however donesnt really match the story.  But, Im on with that.  This one gives you an insider look at the live and hardships of immigrant life and should not be missed.

"*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. OR I purchased the book on my own."


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Tuesday, April 29, 2014

#Tour #Giveaway #Review of Chantress Alchemy (Chantress Trilogy #2) by @AB_Greenfield #Published @SimonTeen


Lucy races against time and magic in this sequel to the “richly and thoughtfully written” (Publishers Weekly) Chantress.

Lucy is the last Chantress, the only remaining girl who can sing magic into the world. Since she defeated the evil Lord Scargrave, England has changed—and not for the better. With crops failing and the people rebelling, Lucy is called urgently back to King Henry’s court. His Inner Council is convinced that making gold through alchemy will save England. But a critical element to the alchemical process has been stolen. Lucy is tasked with finding it with her magic… or else. And until she succeeds, the castle is on lockdown.

Court too has changed. Scargrave's brutal Chantress-hunter has become King Henry's closest advisor. Lucy’s beloved Nat has fallen out of favor and is shunned by his colleagues; their romance means trouble for both of them. Worst of all, something goes wrong with Lucy’s magic. The palace is a labyrinth, and there’s a monster at its heart — a monster who may have the power to defeat Lucy once and for all. 

Amy Butler Greenfield returns to the beguiling world of Chantress for a suspenseful tale of courtly intrigue, music, and magic in Chantress Alchemy.

#Review of Pop Art: Decorating & Shaping Custom Cake Pops by Kris Galicia Brown #Published @CedarFortBooks

Pop Art: Decorating & Shaping Custom Cake Pops                                                        You've never seen cake pops like these! Hot Air Balloons, Pineapples, Robots, and Easter Baskets---cake pop artist Kris Galicia Brown shows you how to shape, dip, and decorate over 40 amazing designs. Make your cake pops phenomenal with Pop Art!

Website | FacebookOk, on to my background info. I’m pretty sure some of you are curious as to who the hell this chick is that makes these crazy cake pops…

Well, it was by accident that I found out I had this random talent of making crazy cake pops. Before this journey into the sweets and cute food world, I was in advertising. I worked for, which at the time, was one of the top 10 ad agencies in San Diego. I started as an intern and hired on while still in college; I have a BS in advertising & design. I did the majority of the graphic design work and played a huge role in the art direction and conception of the jobs. So anyway, this explains my eye for detail and always producing “clean” works. I also do my own photography. I have a high standard of quality when it comes to things I produce, whatever it may be.
Long story short, I was pregnant when the economy went down the toilet. After having my first daughter, when it was time to go back to work, there pretty much was none. The agency (like any other ad agency) lost accounts and had to make cuts. I was cut. For more on this author visit her website.

I have to say that I ADORE this book. It has great recipes for all kinds of Cake Pops.  From Cows to Strawberries to even a Barbecue Grill. This book has easy to follow recipes that all ages will be able to follow and do.  This would be great for parities as well as all functions where you need something creative.

"*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. OR I purchased the book on my own."


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Monday, April 28, 2014

Join #ReadOn Q & A with @AuthorSherry @LucienneDiver May 3 4pm EST. #RSVP NOW!

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Today is a special #ReadOn with non other than Mermaid Kariel! A REAL LIVE MERMAID! Is coming on the show!  Now lets not ask her how she got her tail!  But this should be a really fun show! 
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#Tour of A Life Forward by @TracyHMeyer #Hosted @yareads

Thanks for coming to my day on the A Life Forward book tour.  Today I have the pleasure to share with you author Tracy Hewitt Meyer's Top Ten Favorite Books. 
A New Adult Novel
Her father is gone. Her mother is in jail. And Rowan Slone has left her dysfunctional, violent past behind. With college looming on the horizon, she has a new job that she loves, and a safe place to call home. She is close to achieving everything she ever wanted-a sense of family, a sense of purpose, and a sense of self.
But there are cracks in Rowan’s life that threaten to send her future crumbling to the ground. When her relationship begins to suffer, her father returns and her long-held secret is discovered, Rowan must find the courage to fight for the most important thing yet-herself.

#Review & #Giveaway of Chantress by @AB_Greenfield #Published @simonteen

Lucy, shipwrecked on an island at 8, is forbidden to sing by guardian Norrie. On All Hallows Eve 1667, at 15, she sings, and is swept into darkness. She wakes to hear powerful men hunt Chantresses who sing magic into the world. At the Invisible College she finds sanctuary, plots to overthrow the evil Lord Protector, and distrustful scientist-apprentice Nat. Only a Chantress can overcome the Protector, and Lucy is the last in England.

#Review of Sweet Reckoning (The Sweet Trilogy #3) by @Wendy_Higgins #Published @HarperTeen

It’s time. 

Evil is running rampant and sweet Anna Whitt is its target. Nobody knows when or how the Dukes will strike, but Anna and her Nephilim allies will do anything necessary to rid the earth of the demons and their oppressive ways.

The stakes are higher than ever, and Anna is determined that the love she feels will be her strength, not a liability. But trying to protect the ones she loves while running for her life and battling demonic forces proves to be perilous—especially as faces are changing and trust is fleeting. When the Duke of Lust sends Anna’s great love, Kaidan Rowe, to work against her, Anna must decide how much she’s prepared to risk.

In the most sensual and fast-paced installment yet, Sweet Reckoning brings all the beloved Neph together one last time to fight for their freedom.

Sunday, April 27, 2014

#RadioShow #TheWriteenWord @tzppbooks via @blogtalkradio

Tonight I will be a guest speaker on The Written Word (Radio Z) About Book Marketing  so deff check it out! The show starts at 7pm EST. 


#Review of Sweet Peril (The Sweet Trilogy #2) by @Wendy_Higgins #Published @HarperTeen

Anna Whitt, the daughter of a guardian angel and a demon, promised herself she’d never do the work of her father—polluting souls. She’d been naive to make such a vow. She’d been naive about a lot of things. 

Haunted by demon whisperers, Anna does whatever she can to survive, even if it means embracing her dark side and earning an unwanted reputation as her school’s party girl. Her life has never looked more bleak. And all the while there’s Kaidan Rowe, son of the Duke of Lust, plaguing her heart and mind.

When an unexpected lost message from the angels surfaces, Anna finds herself traveling the globe with Kopano, son of Wrath, in an attempt to gain support of fellow Nephilim and give them hope for the first time. It soon becomes clear that whatever freedoms Anna and the rest of the Neph are hoping to win will not be gained without a fight. Until then, Anna and Kaidan must put aside the issues between them, overcome the steamiest of temptations yet, and face the ultimate question: is loving someone worth risking their life?

Saturday, April 26, 2014

Join #ReadOn TODAY @4pm EST. Q and A @ilsajbick @TheBookSlayer #WinBooks http://www.spreecast.com/events/readon-ilsa-bick-brittany-geragoteis via @Spreecast

Sorry guys for last week.  It was a very stressful time.  With the death of my grams.  
But were back for this weeks show.  YAY
This week we have two books  in paranamoral YA! And let me tell you that they are FAB!
Both authors tonight are returning #ReadOn authors.  So lets give them a hand! 
First up we have Brittany Geragoteis author The Witch is Back the 3rd book in the Life's a Witch series. 
Second we have Ilsa J. Bick author of White Spaces book 1 in the Dark Passages series which is new! 

#Review of Sweet Evil (The Sweet Trilogy #1) by @Wendy_Hiddins #Published @HarperTeen

Embrace the Forbidden

What if there were teens whose lives literally depended on being bad influences?

This is the reality for sons and daughters of fallen angels.
Tenderhearted Southern girl Anna Whitt was born with the sixth sense to see and feel emotions of other people. She's aware of a struggle within herself, an inexplicable pull toward danger, but it isn't until she turns sixteen and meets the alluring Kaidan Rowe that she discovers her terrifying heritage and her willpower is put to the test. He's the boy your daddy warned you about. If only someone had warned Anna.

Forced to face her destiny, will Anna embrace her halo or her horns?

Friday, April 25, 2014

#Review How to Succeed in Business Without Really Crying by #Published @QuirkBooks

How to Succeed in Business Without Really CryingFor many years, television comedy was an exclusive all boys’ club—until a brilliant comedian named Carol Leifer came along, blazing a trail for funny women everywhere. From Late Night with David Letterman andSaturday Night Live to Seinfeld, The Ellen Show, and Modern Family, Carol has written for and/or performed on some of the best TV comedies of all time.

This hilarious collection of essays charts her extraordinary three-decade journey through show business, illuminating her many triumphs and some missteps along the way—and offering valuable lessons for women and men in any profession. Part memoir, part guide to life, and all incredibly funny, How to Succeed in Business without Really Cryingoffers tips and tricks for getting ahead, finding your way, and opening locked doors—even if you have to use a sledgehammer.

This book will make you laugh. I have never heard of this author before this book. But I will be picking up more soon.  This book is filled with great tips that can be used in just about any job.  And I really enjoyed getting a peek inside her life along with all of the pictures.

"*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. OR I purchased the book on my own."


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Thursday, April 24, 2014

#CoverReveal & #Giveaway of Awaken by @skye_malone #Hosted @GCReading


Title: Awaken 
Series: Awakened Fate (Book One)
Author: Skye Malone
Genre: Young Adult Paranormal Romance
Publisher: Wildflower Isle 
Expected Publication: June 3, 2014

Cover Designer: Karri Klawiter


Running away from home was never Chloe Kowalski’s plan. Neither was ending up the target of killers, or having her body change in unusual ways. She only wanted a vacation, someplace far from her crazy parents and their irrational fear of water. She only wanted to do something normal for once, and maybe get to know her best friend’s hot stepbrother a bit better at the same time.


But the first day she goes out on the ocean, strange things start to happen. Dangerous things that should be impossible. Things to which ‘normal’ doesn’t even begin to apply.


Now madmen are hunting her. A mysterious guy with glowing blue eyes is following her. And her best friend’s stepbrother seems to be hiding secrets all his own.


It was supposed to be a vacation. It’s turning out to be a whole lot more.


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About Skye


Skye Malone is the creative mind behind the Awakened Fate series.

She also technically does not exist.

Skye was born on May 17th, 2013 as the pen name of author Megan Joel Peterson, to give Megan an outlet for all the stories running around in her head. She writes paranormal romance and adventure, loves wolves and the ocean, and might just take over Megan’s life someday.


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#Review of Siege and Storm by @LBardugo #Published @HenryHolt

Darkness never dies.

Hunted across the True Sea, haunted by the lives she took on the Fold, Alina must try to make a life with Mal in an unfamiliar land. She finds starting new is not easy while keeping her identity as the Sun Summoner a secret. She can’t outrun her past or her destiny for long.

The Darkling has emerged from the Shadow Fold with a terrifying new power and a dangerous plan that will test the very boundaries of the natural world. With the help of a notorious privateer, Alina returns to the country she abandoned, determined to fight the forces gathering against Ravka. But as her power grows, Alina slips deeper into the Darkling’s game of forbidden magic, and farther away from Mal. Somehow, she will have to choose between her country, her power, and the love she always thought would guide her--or risk losing everything to the oncoming storm.

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

#Review The Lost Heir by @OConnorAndi #Giveaway

The Lost Heir (The Dragonath Chronicles, #1)Always a meticulous planner, Darrak Hunter leads a dull life until his dreams become plagued with visions of a peculiar and distant world. Waking up to a brilliant purple sun looming ominously in the sky, Darrak is met by a mysterious violet-eyed sorcerer who whisks him away from the struggling Earth.

Thrown into the clutches of a foreign world where magic is reality and not all is as it seems, Darrak embarks on a journey where he is forced to come to terms with his past and do what he can to shape the future. Accompanied by a talented swordswoman, a prince, and a beautiful young sorceress, he must overcome cunning plots of treachery and betrayal to discover the strength to stand against a destructive black magic and an enemy who is a master at deception.

Biography

Andi O'Connor is the author of the fantasy series The Dragonath Chronicles and The Vaelinel Trilogy as well as several short stories. Her first Young Adult novel, Silevethiel, was named to Kirkus Reviews' Best Books of 2013. She is a member of the National Writers Association and the Boston Chapter of the Women's National Book Association. She currently resides in Pennsylvania with her husband, son, and four dogs. 



This one had a great opening, a somewhat middle, and a great ending.  I really can't wait for the new one.  This was another great fantasy that I had the pleasure of reading. 

"*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. OR I purchased the book on my own."


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