27 July 2017

The Howl Series by Emma Nichols Book Blitz!

The Howl Series
by Emma Nichols
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Raising the Phoenix
Book #1
Blurb:
The Alpha is the leader of the pack, a revered position, one that can't be inherited, only earned. For ten years my father groomed me to take over in the event something happened to him. I guess I never expected it to happen so soon. I thought I'd have more time. I thought I'd at least graduate from college first. Instead, life threw the Phoenix Pack a curveball. My father was murdered, and my mother died with him. Suddenly, I'm responsible for my twin sisters, and everyone else. I'm forced to make some tough decisions. And if everyone in the pack has their way, one of those decisions will involve finding my mate. They should've given me an easier task, like brokering world peace or curing cancer. After all, what male would ever volunteer for this, having a mate who's also his Alpha, leaving his pack to join hers, and giving up everything he has ever known?

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23 ebooks for 99 Pennies!

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Cursing the Moon
Book #2

Blurb:
Savannah Silver has met her mate.

Her wolf has chosen, but the Alpha who can silence others with a look and command her pack with a word has been refused. While she waits for him to come to his senses, Savvy works to find her parents’ killers, rebuild the homestead and ensure Shelby’s future.

Quinn Holderman has met his match.

Being part wolf and part husky has always been a disadvantage. Becoming a rogue was his only hope for happiness. Then Quinn met Savvy. In his mind, his reasons for denying her made perfect sense. In reality, he has suffered every second they are apart.

He needed more time. She needed her mate. Together, they’re cursing the moon.

Available on Amazon!
99 Pennies!
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Healing the Heart
Book #3

Blurb:
Sometimes love isn’t enough. Sometimes love can’t conquer all. Sometimes healing a heart takes time.

Quinn doesn’t have time. Instead, what he has is a looming deadline. The mating must take place by the full moon or not at all. He thought he had made up his mind. He thought he could live with his decision. Then Savvy disappeared.

Savvy is an all or nothing kind of girl. She needs a strong mate, a decisive mate, a loving and supportive mate. Unfortunately, Quinn refused to be that mate. Losing him was breaking her heart. Staying busy was her only coping mechanism. Ignoring her needs and focusing on the pack helped her find everything she ever needed.

Sometimes the threat of losing everything can change minds and hearts. Sometimes the promise of a better future and a determined mate can heal a heart in record time.

Available on Amazon!
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Author Bio:

What made her decide to be a romance author?
Simple.
How else was she going to parlay her two favorite past times into a career?
Emma is single and loving it. Like her first character, Alysin, Sin for short, she doesn't believe in settling or in settling down. She loves to indulge in her passions whenever the mood strikes and enjoys keeping all of life's cliche moments spicy.
Known for her sense of humor, Emma surrounds herself with friends whose antics often become the source of book fodder. Her ideal situation would be to explore the Caribbean while writing. She pursues that dream daily.
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Ollie Ollie In Come Free by Anne Bernard Becker Book Spotlight!


About the Book
Is it possible to re-awaken the forgotten world of childhood?  In Ollie Ollie In Come Free author Anne Bernard Becker takes the reader down such a rabbit hole. 
Based on her years in psychoanalysis as an adult, the book is an intimate immersion in the quirky, whimsical world of the introspective young narrator. Amid the profound cultural shifts from 1955 to 1970, the author's spirited Catholic family faces their own unique challenges.  Their emotional numbing in the aftermath of three tragic losses haunts Anne as she grows into adulthood. 
 Ollie Ollie In Come Free offers  a fresh, compassionate exploration of such important themes as the toll of unexpressed grief on young children, the power of sibling interactions, the developmental impact of religion, and adolescent ambivalence toward being seen. The book recreates a lively universe that many readers will find uncannily familiar. 
About the Author

Anne expresses her core passion for authenticity through non-fiction writing, family systems workshops, and leading ritual celebrations.  She wrote Ollie Ollie In Come Free: A Memoir of Swallowed Time, in an unfiltered young girl's voice, in order to communicate the raw realities of a child's secret inner world. The book emerged out of eight years of intensive inner work, during which Anne unearthed her frozen grief over the childhood losses of her older siblings. Anne is also the author of several articles, as well as a blog, "Musings About What's Really Real," which explores the spiritual, psychological, and political depths of daily life:  www.blog.annebernardbecker.com.

Anne grew up in South Bend, Indiana, as part of a large and lively Catholic family. They lost their first three children at various young ages and through random circumstances. The repeated deaths impacted the entire family in subtle but significant ways that were not at all obvious either to themselves or to the community around them. Anne, though shy and sensitive, was an honors student and appeared on the surface to be as undaunted by tragedy as the rest of her high-functioning family.

While new babies kept arriving, Anne's mother, Mollie Bernard,  founded the Stanley Clark School, a still thriving elementary school in South Bend. Anne's father, Leon, taught history at the University of Notre Dame. He developed multiple sclerosis when Anne was in elementary school, but continued to teach until his death many years later. After Mollie turned the school over to others, she became a pioneering religious education director for many years, implementing the progressive vision of Vatican II. The family spent a year in France while Leon was on sabbatical in 1968-1969. They returned to a changing political and cultural landscape which Anne explores in her memoir.
Anne studied at Indiana University, the Sorbonne, University of Pennsylvania (M.A. in French) and Fordham University (M.A. in Religious Education). In 1978 she took a position as a campus and parish minister in Cincinnati, and married Gerry Becker in 1981. Their first child, Mollie, died at birth. The traumatic impact of this event, along with the near death of their third child, Daniel, launched Anne on a  journey of psychoanalysis to explore the hidden lifelong effects of her siblings' deaths. Meanwhile Anne stayed very active mothering her daughter Jane and son Daniel, and, after four miscarriages, adopted their youngest child, Tony, in 1993.
Anne has a passion for environmental concerns, justice issues, and sustainable lifestyle. She has been a member for thirty years of New Jerusalem, an alternative spiritual community in the Catholic tradition. She enjoys singing in Theshold Choir and Musica Sacra, a classical ensemble.

Since 2001 Anne has worked at a private learning center as a reading specialist.  An ordained minister, she presides at weddings and other ceremonies. She also facilitates family constellation workshops, which blend her ongoing interests in history, psychology and spirituality to explore the effects of ancestral trauma on family systems. She and Gerry live in Cincinnati.
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@iReadBookTours #JasonAtkinson #shortstories Seven Threads by Jason Atkinson



Book Details:

Book Title: Seven Threads: A Book of Short Stories
Author: Jason Atkinson
Category: Adult Fiction, 151 pages
Genre: Thriller and Suspense
Publisher: Mascot Books
Release date: July 4 , 2017
Tour dates: July 10 to 28, 2017
Content Rating: PG

Book Description:

In this collection of seven short stories from Jason Atkinson, follow a man accused of murder, a runaway girl on a train, a scientist at the heart of a government conspiracy, and more! Full of twists and turns, Seven Threads offers a selection of fast-paced stories full of heart and excitement.
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Jason Atkinson lives in the Midwest with his wife and son. With a love of writing, this is his 3rd book, but first book in the fiction category. Short stories are easy to digest, and yet, this book still provides all the joys for the long haul reader. Jason write for everyone in mind when creating this piece and hopes you will enjoy it as much as he did when writing it.

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Meet Me Under the Stars by KD Proctor Tour and Giveaway!

Meet Me Under the Stars

by KD Proctor 
Publication Date: July 18, 2017 
Genres: New Adult, Contemporary, Romance


When ratings for her popular DIY show start to circle the drain after the sudden death of her sister, Charlotte “Charlie” Conti has only one mission—to plan a comeback. But her sister had other plans. As part of the will, Charlie must work with *him* to create a memorial scholarship in her sister’s memory. The same *him* Charlie fell in love with three years ago while working at a summer camp. The same *him* she dumped, to protect his heart. Sexy, British player, Nate Walsh, has sixty days to find a new job or he’ll be deported back to England where he’s no longer welcome. He doesn’t have time to work on a memorial scholarship with *her*. The same *her* who shattered his heart without explanation or warning. The same *her* he’s never gotten over. Unable to agree on the specifics of the scholarship, Nate and Charlie challenge each other to a winner-takes-all competition. They both know the only way to win is to turn up the heat and tempt one another with the one thing they both want: each other. But as sparks fly, their true feelings resurface. Nate and Charlie must decide if their love is worth the effort and if they can overcome their disastrous past mistakes to spend forever together.

About KD Proctor

 

  KD Proctor loved college so much that when it came time to graduate, she didn’t want to leave. Trading in her textbooks for student handbooks and policy manuals, she began a career in College Student Personnel and she fulfilled her wish to stay on a college campus forever. She always joked that one day she’d write a book about college students, never expecting that to come true! KD lives in West Central, Minnesota with her husband and fur-kids. She likes to write fun twists on the usual tropes that we all love. Her characters are smart, funny, and always swoony. And yes. They always get their happily ever after. Before being accepted for publication, MEET ME UNDER THE STARS (formerly titled IF YOU’RE EVER IN TOWN) was the 2016 YARWA winner for the New Adult category.


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The Brotherhood By Shannon Condon Ward Virtual Book Tour!


The Brotherhood
By Shannon Condon Ward
Genre: Contemporary Fiction
 Starting where Finding Magdalena left off, nineteen-year-old Maggie marries her fiancé, Mateo and moves to Milan for his new job and her scholarship at the famous Milan Conservatory.  She has barely settled in her new home when Maggie uncovers the Brotherhood, a secret organization and finds herself unwittingly involved in its sinister plans.  Along with Shep and the rest of his team, she leads the covert mission to bring the Brotherhood to its knees.  
Once again, Maggie embarks on a dangerous journey that tests her mental and physical limits. Can she escape the Brotherhood’s long reach and survive?
Interview with Author
Tell us about your genre.  How did you come to choose it?  Why does it appeal to you?  
My genre began as Coming of Age but quickly switched to Action/Thriller. I love the fast-paced nature of a good thriller and all of the twists and turns to keep the reader on the edge of his or her seat.  You are able to tell a thrilling story and still develop multi-layered characters who resonate.
What do you find most challenging about the writing process, and how do you deal with it?
For me, the most challenging part is the editing process. Once I have finished the book, I usually have the next story already forming in my mind and I am anxious to get busy. I am however, by nature, fastidious, and I like to have my book edited and in printing process before I start anything new.  I also will not read anything while I am writing.
When and where do you do your writing? I have three sons, two still living at home and an active house to say the least.  If I can catch a few hours during the day, I will sit in the family room and write. Most of my writing, however, is done at night in my room.  I have been known to write for eight hours straight and grab an hour of sleep before it is time for the boys to get up and get ready for school.
What have you learned about promoting your books? I have never been a salesman but I have had to step out of my comfort zone to promote my book. The bottom line is, if I don’t believe in my book, no one else will.
What are you most proud of as a writer? Writing a book and publishing it was always just a dream I had. When I saw it come to fruition, I couldn’t believe I had accomplished it. What made me most proud was reading the reviews and realizing people liked what I had written and wanted to read more.  There is no greater compliment for a writer than that. That brought tears to my eyes.
If you could have dinner with any writer, living or dead, who would it be and what would you talk about? I would choose to have dinner with William Golding. His book “Lord of the Flies” was the first book to captivate me. I have read it at least three times at various stages in my life. Reading it is like pulling back the layers of an onion. He was a brilliant writer and I would love to learn from him.
About the Author


Born in upstate New York, I was raised in South Florida where I was exposed to a multicultural background. From the time I was in elementary school, I was writing prolifically in journals and poetry.  I attended the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications and graduated with honors. Life happens and it was necessary for me to put my writing aspirations on hold for a while. I still wrote poetry as time allowed, but as a single mother of three boys, there wasn’t much time.  But time passes quickly and the opportunity presented itself for me to begin writing again. I developed the first story in Magdalena series, Finding Magdalena, in my head before I put anything down on paper. I had the storyline, well-developed characters and ending before I began writing. I also took the opportunity to travel to Spain and Italy to do location research. It was a labor of love.  I self- published my first book in September 2015 and then it was republished in the UK by Austin Macauley Publishers. The second book in the series, The Brotherhood, came pouring forth like a waterfall. The characters, now old friends to me, seemed to take over and write the book themselves. I am currently working on the third installment of the Magdalena series and another book which is a different genre, one that deals with the relationship between three generations of women over three time periods.  
For me, writing has always been a release, never work.  I hope that continues. When it becomes work, I will probably stop. Right now, just the idea that people read my work and find enjoyment in it is a thrill for me.

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Skyline by William Ivor Fowkes - Blitz!




Literary Fiction

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In SKYLINE: TALES OF MANHATTAN, award-winning playwright and author William Ivor Fowkes presents stories of New Yorkers—gay, straight, and confused—making startling connections and discoveries. On the West Side, a man approaching his 60th birthday tries a new haircut, with disastrous consequences. On the East Side, a Park Avenue Republican gets a taste of life on the "down low" in Central Park. In the East Village, a struggling writer papers his kitchen wall with rejection letters. In SoHo, a graphic designer takes drastic steps to get the attention of her editor. At MOMA, a woman physically attacks a man examining a sculpture she doesn't like. Downtown, a transplanted New Orleans cabaret singer deals with life and love in the aftermath of 9/11. There are 19 stories in all—enough to demonstrate that Manhattan's residents are just as striking as the city's celebrated skyline.


About the Author


William Ivor Fowkes is a playwright and author based in Manhattan and Connecticut. His short fiction has been published in many literary journals. His plays have been presented in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Several have been published. Several have been broadcast on the radio. His full-length plays include ALL IN THE FACULTY (Dramatists Play Service), SUNSHINE QUEST (Fresh Fruit Festival), PRIVATE PROPERTY (The Players Ring), THE BEST PLACE WE’VE EVER LIVED (Love Creek Productions), COUPLE OF THE CENTURY (Downtown Urban Theater Festival), THE GERMAN LESSON (Great Plains Theatre Conference Playlabs), and others. His short plays include THE DAKOTA (Best Short Play, Downtown Urban Theater Festival), THE BRAZILIAN DILEMMA (First Prize, McLean Drama Company; film version by Collective NY Films), THE NEXT MOVE (Best New One-Act Play, Brevard Theater), THE SESSION (Pushcart Prize Nominee), TABLE MANNERS IN CHICAGOLAND (Winner, Nor’Eastern Play Writing Contest), AN ACCIDENT IN THE PARK (William Inge Theatre Festival), A REMARKABLE MAN (Gallery Players, Brooklyn), and others. He has been a FINALIST for the Reva Shiner Comedy Award (Bloomington Playwrights Project) and the W. Keith Hedrick Playwriting Contest (HRC Showcase Theatre) and a SEMI-FINALIST for the Playwrights First Award (National Arts Club), the Promising Playwright Award (Colonial Players, MD), and the Princess Grace Playwriting Award. He is a graduate of Yale University (B.A., magna cum laude) and Northwestern University (M.A., PhD) and a member of the Dramatists Guild and the Pulse Ensemble Theatre Playwrights’ Lab. He was formerly a philosophy professor and a marketing executive at several media companies, including Showtime and HBO. He is married to Stephen Michael Smith, a music conductor. His daughters, Laura and Julia, work in the fashion industry in New York City.

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The Secrets Between Us Jennifer Book Tour!




His secrets brought them together. Her secrets will tear them apart.
Follow the reveal and enter to #win an amazing Jennifer Ann prize pack – winner will be announced live the evening of release day!

Title: The Secrets Between Us
Author: Jennifer Ann
Genre: Contemporary Military Romance
Release Date: August 21, 2017
Blurb:
Some people keep secrets because the truth is too painful.
He keeps secrets to avoid losing her.
She keeps secrets to deliver revenge.

Seven years have passed since Cameron Quinn and Lincoln Farrington were high school sweethearts.

Seven years since she last saw him as the cops were taking him away.

Seven years since he left her to become a Navy SEAL.

When he suddenly comes back into her life, she’s forced to choose between following her heart, or sticking to a plan that would almost certainly destroy him.

His secrets brought them together.
Her secrets will tear them apart.
Find out more at: Goodreads | Amazon | iBooks | Barnes & Noble | Kobo
About Jennifer Ann:
Jennifer Ann is the author of ten contemporary romance novels with complex love stories. Like her characters, she's in love with the city of New York, trips on airplanes or the back of her husband's Harley, and everything rock and roll. Sometimes you can catch her driving a tractor alongside her husband in southern Minnesota while trying to keep up with the madness of their four active children.
You can connect with her online at: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Amazon | BookBub | Goodreads

 
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The Secret Santa Series Xmas in July by Nikki Lynn Barrett Promo Tour!

THE SECRET SANTA series
Xmas in July
by Nikki Lynn Barrett
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The Watson Girl by Leslie Wolfe Book Tour and Giveaway!


The Watson Girl
Tess Winnett Series Book 2
by Leslie Wolfe
Genre: Crime Thriller, Police Procedural

A GRIPPING SERIAL KILLER THRILLER

An entire family is murdered and, by a quirk, a young girl is left unharmed. For fifteen years, she believed the killer had been caught, and he’s now on death row, awaiting execution. While trying to be content with her adoptive family, she’s living in relentless uncertainty and the fear of remembering what really happened that night when she was five years old. She’s The Watson Girl.



A therapist has asked her to participate in regression session treatments to attempt to bring back those lost memories. The closer she gets to the truth, however, the less time she has to remain alive. Now, the real killer is going to silence her, before she can remember the details of that horrifying night, when she was an innocent witness.

Laura Watson is young, she’s beautiful, and she’s a serial killer's loose end.

Join the smart, relentless, and short-fused FBI Special Agent Tess Winnett and her team in a heart-stopping search for the serial killer who has managed to stay hidden for many years. Explore the inner workings of the murderer’s mind, and find out what motivates such predatory, blood-lusting behavior, while following every twist and turn of an existence spent taking lives.

Laura Watson’s family was murdered fifteen years ago. 
That was only the beginning. His beginning.
If you’re the apple of his eye, you’re already dead.


Special Agent Tess Winnett will hold nothing back to stop the killer before he takes another innocent life. She never fails, no matter what’s at stake. Even her own life. 




The best-selling author of Dawn Girl is back with another suspenseful, gripping thriller. If you’re a fan of David Baldacci and James Patterson, you will enjoy Leslie Wolfe. 



Bestselling author Leslie Wolfe is passionate about writing fiction, despite spending a significant number of years climbing the corporate ladder. Leaving the coveted world of boardrooms for the blissful peace of the Florida-based "Wolves’ den," Leslie answers one true calling: writing. 



Leslie’s novels break the mold of traditional thrillers. Fascinated by technology and psychology, Leslie brings extensive background and research in these fields, that empower and add texture to a signature, multi-dimensional, engaging writing style. 


Leslie released the first novel, Executive, in October 2011. It was very well received, including inquiries from Hollywood. Since then, Leslie published numerous novels and enjoyed growing success and recognition in the marketplace. Among Leslie’s most notable works, The Watson Girl (2017) was recognized for offering a unique insight into the mind of a serial killer and a rarely seen first person account of his actions, in a dramatic and intense procedural thriller.

Leslie enjoys engaging with readers every day and would love to hear from you. 



Follow the tour HERE for exclusive excerpts, guest posts and a giveaway!




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