Sunday, August 06, 2023

#CoverReveal: Cosplay and Confrontation by Sarah Zane @XpressoTours



Cosplay and Confrontation
Sarah Zane
Publication date: September 26th 2023
Genres: Comedy, Contemporary, New Adult, Romance

Pride and Prejudice meets the legends of King Arthur in this sapphic rivals-to-lovers, sweet romantic comedy packed with plenty of banter and tension.

Obstinate and headstrong cosplayer Elaine Knight prided herself on two things; her quality cosplays and being a good judge of character. Gwendolyn Reid took both of those from her. They used to be best friends, until Gwen broke their best friend’s heart and skipped town. At least with Gwen out of the way, Lanie was a shoo-in to win the upcoming cosplay contest.

Except now Gwen’s back.

Gwendolyn Reid should be thinking about meeting her fans, winning the cosplay contest, and dancing at the ball. Instead, all she can think about is Lanie, their unresolved issues, and her unrequited feelings. Unfortunately, there’s no denying that the only feeling Lanie has for Gwen is hatred.

Lucky for them both, it is a truth universally acknowledged that rivals are bound to fall in love.

#BookBlitz: Feeling Ballsy by @berixson @XpressoTours 3x paperback copies of Feeling Ballsy


Feeling Ballsy
Beck Erixson
(Love is Awkward)
Publication date: August 1st 2023
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Elin Axelsson is unmistakably the worst goalie in her women’s indoor soccer league. Yet each week, she laces up her cleats, pumps up her teammates, and gives it her all. At least playing soccer means being able to spend more time with her all-star goalie boyfriend, Nate. And her best friend of fifteen years—who’s a total ladies’ man—Hawk.

But when Elin catches Nate cheating, she dumps his ass, and finds herself thrust back into the weird world of online dating. At least she has Hawk to lean on. He has a new woman every week, and is a dating expert. But after a few awkward first dates with other people, Elin starts noticing Hawk in a different light. Except, that can’t happen. She can’t risk losing him, or their fifteen-year friendship if things go sour.

That is, until they manage to fall tongue-first into each other’s mouths. The two form a pact to prevent diving hormones-first into more bad relationships. They’ll hook up with each other, and compartmentalize their friendship. But there are rules: Elin sets the pace, no sex with others while the pact is in effect, and if either develop romantic feelings for the other, they must bail out to protect the friendship. It’s the perfect arrangement!

Until it isn’t.

Saturday, August 05, 2023

#BookBlitz: Kitchen Organizing Tips for Beginners by Karen Massy @RABTBookTours




 

Step by Step Comprehensive Blueprint on How to Organize Your Kitchen like the Pros to Ensure it is more Functional and Stylish Without Spending a Fortune

 

Self-Help, Home & Garden

Date Published: June 2023

 

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Are you tired of rummaging through a cluttered kitchen every time you want to whip up a meal and you feel it is time for a complete reorganization of your kitchen but don’t know how to go about it the right way for the best outcome – where you have a perfect blend between functionality and style?

And are you looking for a blueprint that takes away any guesswork you may have about the process?

If you’ve answered YES,

Let this book help you transform your kitchen to a truly functional and stylish one that will inspire you and make you want to spend time making tasty meals!

As the heart of the home, the kitchen is where memories are made, and great meals are cooked. However, it can also be the most challenging space to keep clean and organized.

With this comprehensive guide, you'll learn practical and easy tips to ensure your kitchen stays both functional and stylish without spending a fortune.

#BookBlitz: A Hospital in the Clouds by Mhairead MacLeod @XpressoTours




A Hospital in the Clouds
Mhairead MacLeod
Publication date: April 27th 2023
Genres: Adult, Historical, Historical Romance

CAN ANNA OUTRUN HER PAST?

Reinventing herself as a nurse in the tropical frontier of Australia, healing her soldier-lover, raising her unruly daughter – these are just a few of the challenges Anna Sinclair, a young suffragette, faces while on the run from the law back in Scotland.

As she struggles to establish her own hospital, her past draws closer and risks exposure of her shameful secret, along with the loss of everything she holds dearest.

Will everything she desires be achieved, or crumble around her?

“A powerful and perceptive depiction of love in the wake of war and trauma.” Nadine Davidoff, Freelance Editor

“A story about confronting and overcoming trauma within history… It had me turning the pages in a frenzy. Absolutely captivating!” Sandra, Indie Book reviewer


#BookBlitz: Rogues And Redeemers: A Zasra Press Anthology


Rogues And Redeemers: A Zasra Press Anthology
Publication date: August 8th 2023
Genres: Adult, Fantasy

It would take such a selfless act, to reverse what you have done… from “Turning A New Leaf”

I didn’t become the frog. The frog became me… from “A Frog Among Princes”

Justice served with a dash of poison was justice served well… from “Path Of The Righteous”

Descend into the darkness or rise up to the light as you explore eight original stories themed ‘Corruption’ and ‘Redemption’. You’ll find something for everyone, from dark magic, covert ambition, and war to ghosts, royalty, and beasts!

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A. M. Dilsaver — The Devil In The Ashes

Born of lust and fueled by hatred, Aschelle is determined to make her stepmother pay for the cruelties of her childhood. With the prince throwing a ball to seek a wife, victory is only a wish away…

Barend Nieuwstraten III — Turning A New Leaf

When a plan to summon and trap a demon to gain power goes fatally wrong, a bargain must be struck to ensure the summoner does not leave the exchange empty handed.

Christiana Matthews — The Bequest

Gemma doesn’t believe in ghosts–until she meets her dead grandfather, Jock, and uncovers a family secret. In order to move forward with her life, she must persuade Jock to move on as well.

Christiana Matthews — A Frog Among Princes

When Prince Robert refuses to marry a magician’s daughter, he’s turned into a frog in retaliation. Years later, he must seek out the mage in order to save a friend.

Eleanor Owen — The 205th

As a marionette soldier, Faith-7 is given a chance to redeem the condemned soul inside of her by fighting against a heretical empire.

Emma O’Connell — Happy Ending

Waking in a sea of dead bodies, Jacob realises that he has no idea what happened to him. But can he really trust the girl who says she can help?

Ine Gausel — Remnants Of Light

Silencer Osvalt Fell is haunted by his past. To move on, he must learn to let go, even if it breaks his heart.

S. K. Sayari — Path Of The Righteous

Tanith, Imperial Official by day, covert vigilante by night, believes in justice—no matter the means. She must outwit those who suspect her before she loses everything.

Illustrations appear in the print version only.

#AuthorChat with Dani Elias 8am EST on Instagram! @crossroadreview






Author Dani Elias loves writing about British working-class hotties and the women who are their happily-ever-after. Her stories are short, sweet & steamy.

She lives in the South of England and has a great passion for travel, something that does appear in her books as well.


She is a big fan of sweet and steamy romance novels, especially those of Mary E Thompson, Lacy Black, Lana Dash, Kalyee Ryan, Lila Rose, and Hope Ford. 

 

Get ready to meet the guys from the Fellside Mountain Rescue volunteers. Dani's first series of novellas is set in the Lake District (North of England), and tells the story of some real-life heroes looking for love. 

 

Next, she will take you to the magical cities on an ancient trading route. Get ready for a trip of love in a bright pink bus in the Silk Road Diaries



Friday, August 04, 2023

#ReleaseBlitz for Until Lydia by @emshue_ak @boomfactorypub and @GiveMeBooksPR








Title: Until Lydia
A Happily Ever Alpha World Novel
Author: E.M. Shue
Publisher: Boom Factory Publishing, LLC
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: August 4, 2023


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Award-winning author E.M. Shue is back with another installment in the Happily Ever Alpha World by USA Today and New York Times best-selling author Aurora Rose Reynolds.

Can a wild mama bear and an orderly Tennessee State Trooper fight the BOOM?

There are two sides to Lydia Roark. The wild, fun-loving woman who fights hard to protect bears and other animals. And the strait-laced, doting mother of twins who dresses properly and covers her tattoos so not to embarrass her husband. But when her life blows up in a silicon, Botoxed way, her fiery side is unleashed. The cheating husband she struggled to be perfect for will beg for mercy as Lydia fights for her children and becomes the mama bear she studies.

Enter Maverick Whitlock, the argumentative state trooper has a bear problem and is instantly attracted to the curvy and newly single mom. He’s orderly and everything she doesn’t want anymore. He only wants to protect her and is okay with the chaos she and her children bring to his life.

When Lydia’s ex comes after her and the kids, Maverick is willing to give up his badge for them. Lydia isn’t ready for another attempt at a happily ever after. But you can’t fight the BOOM when it finds you.

Until Lydia is part of Aurora Rose Reynolds's Happily Ever Alpha World. If you loved Until Tucker and Until Cobi, then you will want to read Until Lydia.

#CoverReveal: The Dragon and the Girl: True Treasure by @LauraFindley @RABTBookTours @PublishingAcorn



 


The Dragon and the Girl, Book 2

 

Middle School Grade Fantasy

Date Published: November 14, 2023

Publisher: Acorn Publishing


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Dire news arrives from Cantington. Rumors of dragon sightings are stirring up fears based on old stories that depict dragons as blood-thirsty, fire-breathing monsters. To protect his people, the Overking decrees that all dragons must die.    

Twelve-year-old Eliana knows the truth about dragons. After all, her best friend, Winston, is one! Fresh off an adventure where she saved her kingdom using her ability to communicate with Winston’s family, she is now excited to hone her skills through her Dragon Speaker apprenticeship. That is until she begins having a recurring nightmare of a scar-faced soldier, a poison-tipped spear, and an orb that glows in the dark. What’s even more worrisome is that Winston is having the same nightmare.

When they hear of the Overking’s decree, they realize their dreams may not be a coincidence. Eliana must quickly learn how to use her ability to understand dragons to help new friends–and old–solve a mystery about an ancient treasure and save the dragons from certain death. Along the way, there are lessons to be learned about the dangerous desire for fame, about the transitory nature of plans, and about how treasure can mean different things to different people…and dragons.


#ReleaseBlitz for Read with Me by Dani Elias @GiveMeBooksPR







Title: Read with Me
Series: Fellside Mountain Rescue #5
Author: Dani Elias
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Tropes: Small Town/Friends to Lovers
Release Date: August 4, 2023


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Get ready to return to Fellside in the highly anticipated fifth book of the heart-pounding Fellside Mountain Rescue Series.

Meet Rob, the mischievous troublemaker, who's suddenly hit with a wave of uncertainty about his life's direction. Just as he's questioning everything, Olivia makes a dramatic comeback after two decades of being apart. The second their eyes meet, he's completely smitten by his childhood friend.

Olivia is bursting with excitement to reconnect with her long-lost mate from back in the day. He was the only one who had her back and truly understood her during her challenging school years. But now that they've crossed paths again, she can't help but wonder if mere friendship is enough for her. It all seems like it's headed towards a happily ever after until a single argument sets off a chain of tragic events.

Join Rob and Olivia on an exhilarating journey where they dive deep into the realms of passionate love while skillfully manoeuvring the complex dynamics of family ties. Along the way, they unearth the life-altering power of embracing their true selves.

Read with Me is an awe-inspiring reminder that our hidden potential lies within, eagerly awaiting its chance to break free.

Read with Me can be read as part of the series or as a stand-alone novella.
It is a book for mature audiences and readers should pay attention to the trigger warning.

#BookTour: Happy Makes Me Happy by @MrBsBooks @RABTBookTours






Children's Book

Date Published: February 8, 2023

Publisher: MindStir Media


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A wonderful rhyming story about Happy the dog, and how his kind and gentle love for a little girl teaches children to spread love and kindness to everyone. This glowing story and magnificent illustrations will make your heart smile.

 

Mr. B's Books by Michael Barnes - Rhyming books that teach kindness and compassion, making the world a happier place.

#CoverReveal: Urban Gladiator by @AnyaBSummers @XpressoTours


Urban Gladiator
Anya Summers
Publication date: August 29th 2023
Genres: Adult, Paranormal, Romance

Four times a year, a witch is chosen.
Four times a year, a witch is left bound in a clearing –
Served up as a sacrifice to honor the peace treaty.
But those offered up in tribute never return.

The rulers of Avalon exact vengeance on my people.
But many forget they started the war.
They are monsters. They are murderers.

And now it’s my turn. I volunteered to save my sister.
Only I wind up belonging to him.
He’s the heir to the throne, and my vilest enemy.
He’s bent on making me his slave both in and out of bed.

But this witch will never surrender.