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31 July 2024

Fortune’s Wheel, The First Meonbridge Chronicle By Carolyn Hughes Audiobook Narrator: Alex Lee Audio Blog Tour! @alexleeaudio @writingcalliope @cathiedunn @thecoffeepotbookclub

Book Title: Fortune’s Wheel, The First Meonbridge Chronicle

Series: The Meonbridge Chronicles

Author: Carolyn Hughes

Publication Date: 22/4/24 (Audiobook)

Publisher: Carolyn Hughes

Listening Length: 11 hours and 54 minutes

Genre: Historical Fiction

How do you recover from the havoc wrought by history's cruellest plague?

It's June 1349. In Meonbridge, a Hampshire manor, many have lost their lives to the Black Death, among them Alice atte Wode’s beloved husband and Eleanor Titherige’s widowed father. Even the family of the manor’s lord and his wife, Margaret de Bohun, has not entirely escaped.

But, now the plague has passed, the people of Meonbridge must work together to rebuild their lives. However, tensions mount between the de Bohuns and their tenants, as the workers realise their new scarceness means they can demand higher wages and dictate their own lives.

When the tensions deepen into violence and disorder, and the men – lord and villagers alike – seem unable to find any resolution, the women – Alice, Eleanor and Margaret – must step forward to find a way out of the conflict that is tearing Meonbridge apart.

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Carolyn Hughes has lived much of her life in Hampshire. With a first degree in Classics and English, she started working life as a computer programmer, then a very new profession. But it was technical authoring that later proved her vocation, word-smithing for many different clients, including banks, an international hotel group and medical instruments manufacturers.

Although she wrote creatively on and off for most of her adult life, it was not until her children flew the nest that writing historical fiction took centre stage. But why historical fiction? Serendipity!

Seeking inspiration for what to write for her Creative Writing Masters, she discovered the handwritten draft, begun in her twenties, of a novel, set in 14th century rural England… Intrigued by the period and setting, she realised that, by writing a novel set in the period, she could learn more about the medieval past and interpret it, which seemed like a thrilling thing to do. A few days later, the first Meonbridge Chronicle, Fortune’s Wheel, was under way.

Six published books later (with more to come), Carolyn does now think of herself as an Historical Novelist. And she wouldn’t have it any other way…

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Exiles L.J. Ambrosio Excerpt Tour!

Exiles

L.J. Ambrosio

GENRE

Literary Fiction/Coming of Age

In this final chapter, Ron's story concludes from Reflections on the Boulevard (2023). Michael's wish was for Ron to exile himself in the heart of Paris with its beautiful culture and citizens as they protest and fight for the soul of the city. Ron's journey is met with life-affirming friendships and lessons along the way. The final book in the Reflections of Michael Trilogy, which started with A Reservoir Man (2022).

Excerpt

Louie noticed a sign over the door that read, “Be not inhospitable to strangers, lest they be angels in disguise.”

Ron pointed to it. “That is the best sign in the store, works that paranoia up. Everyone tries to be nice after they read it. It's good for business.”

Ron explained that the bookstore had had two lives. After World War 1, it attracted artists such as F. Scott Fitzgerald, Hemingway, James Joyce and so many more from the “Lost Generation.”

Joyce’s’ Ulysses was published by the owner of the bookstore, because no one else would publish the book. The style, the length, and the subject matter were not attractive to any publisher.

After World War 2, the store re-opened again with a new owner. The store then attracted many artists from the Beat Generation like Henry Miller, Alan Ginsberg, Boroughs, and so many more writers and artists. The store became a fixture in Paris and, as the years progressed, it became a tourist attraction. More importantly, it became a safe harbor for many artists.

Ron and Louie walked out of the bookstore after three hours in the store. Louie looked exhausted; Ron rejuvenated. Ron invited Louie for another coffee and croissant at the bookstore near the cafe.

Over their coffee, Louie asked if he could come back to the store more often.

“You could live here if you want but you must work here, you know, tend to the store. Louie, what hours can work for your shift?”

Louis J. Ambrosio ran one of the most nurturing bi-coastal talent agencies in Los Angeles and New York. He started his career as a theatrical producer, running two major regional theaters for eight seasons. Ambrosio taught at 7 Universities. Ambrosio also distinguished himself as an award-winning film producer and novelist over the course of his impressive career.

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Murder at Mistlethwaite Manor by AJ Skelly Virtual Book Tour!

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About Murder at Mistlethwaite Manor

Historical Cozy Mystery

Setting Mistlethwaite Manor, Christmastime, in 1895 England

Publisher ‏ Quill & Flame Publishing House (June 26, 2024)

Hardcover ‏ ‎ 252 pages

ISBN-10 ‏ ‎ 1957899786

ISBN-13 ‏ ‎ 978-1957899787

Digital ASIN ‏ ‎ B0D2VJKH2B

Agatha Christie’s And Then There Were None meets The Gilded Age in this delicious, suspenseful murder mystery.

When Lady Emma Grace Hastings receives a much-coveted invitation to the most auspicious Christmas party of the season—one that comes with a 10,000 pound prize for the winner of a mysterious game—she cannot believe her good fortune.

But as the guests are assembled at Mistlethwaite Manor, the chilling intent of the game is revealed. Each guest has cause for alarm, because all of them have secrets, and to win the prize money, those secrets must be exposed.

Things take a sinister turn when Emma Grace finds herself caught between her old love and her soon-to-be betrothed. Suspicions abound, and old wounds are opened. The dead body in the study does not help. Nor does the raging winter storm that prevents escape from the manor. Emma Grace must battle her heart, use her wits, and put her sleuthing skills to the test to survive the weekend alive.

Because there is a murderer among them.

And no one with secrets is safe.

About AJ Skelly

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AJ Skelly is an author, reader, and lover of all things fantasy, mystery, and fairy-tale-romance. And werewolves. She has a serious soft spot for them. As an avid life-long reader and a former high school English teacher, she’s always been fascinated with the written word. She lives with her husband, children, and many imaginary friends who often find their way into her stories. They all drink copious amounts of tea together and stay up reading far later than they should.

You can read more of her short stories at www.ajskelly.com.

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July 29 – Mystery, Thrillers, and Suspense – SPOTLIGHT

July 29 – Maureen's Musings – SPOTLIGHT

July 30 – Ruff Drafts – CHARACTER GUEST POST

July 30 – Books, Ramblings, and Tea – SPOTLIGHT

July 31 - Reading Is My SuperPower - REVIEW

July 31 - Celticlady's Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

August 1 - Christy's Cozy Corners – REVIEW, AUTHOR GUEST POST

August 1 - MJB Reviewers – SPOTLIGHT

August 2 – Cozy Up With Kathy – REVIEW, AUTHOR INTERVIEW

August 2 – Elizabeth McKenna - Author – SPOTLIGHT

August 3 – FUONLYKNEW – SPOTLIGHT

August 4 – Lady Hawkeye – SPOTLIGHT

August 5 – Novels Alive – REVIEW

August 5 – The Editing Pen – AUTHOR GUEST POST

August 5 – Sapphyria's Book Reviews – SPOTLIGHT

August 6 – Literary Gold – AUTHOR INTERVIEW

August 7 – Novels Alive – REVIEW

August 8 – Sarah Can't Stop Reading Books – REVIEW

August 9 – Ascroft, eh? – CHARACTER GUEST POST

August 10 – Bigreadersite – REVIEW

August 10 – Escape With Dollycas Into A Good Book – AUTHOR GUEST POST

August 11 – Boys' Mom Reads! – REVIEW

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The Star Writers Club The Star Writers Trilogy Book 2 by Mary K. Savarese Book Tour! @SilverDaggerBookTours #TheStarWritersClub @maryksavareseauthor @maryksavarese

For it was written in the stars...

The Star Writers Club

The Star Writers Trilogy Book 2

by Mary K. Savarese

Genre

Fantasy Adventure, Mystery Romance

Book 2 of the StarWriters Trilogy follows twelve new arrivals to the band that surrounds Heaven. Together, they must train to deliver His Plan to the stars.

But when the evil Beck decides otherwise, the StarWriters are called into action to save three members who were just sucked through the gates and into the pits of Hell.

Follow our StarWriters as they trek across the villages of the band and learn how His Plan is distributed by those working in His Plan room. Will the good/evil clocks continue to click toward evil, or will our StarWriters prevail and turn the fate of time?

It is only by combining their strengths and wisdom not yet learned that they just might succeed. Perhaps by accepting their last few moments on Earth, they might endure what awaits. For it is Written in the Stars.

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The Girl in the Toile Wallpaper

The Star Writers Trilogy Book 1

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I was born and grew up in Brooklyn, New York, going on to earn a business degree in accounting from City University, NY. Soon after I found myself working in insurance and financing and went on to marry my wonderful husband. We moved to New England.

I have spent thirteen years as a religious education teacher and have lived and worked in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. For the past decade, I have served as a Eucharistic minister at my local Catholic church, bringing the Eucharist to community nursing homes. After raising a family in CT, my husband and I became Florida Residents though continue to spend time in CT where I continue in my ministry

My debut novel is a contemporary Spiritual Mystery that transcends three genres: Mystery, Spirituality, and Romance. I love to write imaginative stories for all ages! I hope you enjoy this story and look out for more to follow! Tigers Love Bubble Baths & Obsession Perfume (who knew!)has received 5 Stars from Readers' Favorites and a global award from Royal DragonFly.

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