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Love You S’more (The Campfire Series, #3) by Beth Merlin Published by: Firefly Hill Press | Publication date: September 25th 2018 Genres: Adult, Comedy, Contemporary Synopsis: Having successfully designed the wedding gown of the century, Gigi Goldstein is on top of the world – that is until it all suddenly comes crashing down around her. When the paparazzi captures her and Perry Gillman in a compromising moment the night of the royal wedding, she finds herself entangled in a scandal of global proportion. Convinced her carelessness has ruined every relationship in her life, she’s surprised and moved by her boyfriend, Gideon’s, sudden proposal of marriage and accepts it without a second thought. Four months later, Gigi’s living at Badgley Hall contemplating an entirely new kind of life, while guilt, regret, and obligation keep calling her back to her old one. Will Gigi stay in South Gloucestershire, marry Gideon, and become the Countess of Harronsby? Or, will unfinished opportunities and an old flame bring her back across the pond to confront her past and reclaim her future? Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon | B &N | Kobo | iBooks | 
Love You S'more - Beth Merlin
What a great follow up story. This series is a winner! All three books have a lot to offer. I love England and it was so fun learning more history from there. I like how Gigi finally gets all she deserves. I love the characters in this book they went through so much heartache and yet they kept pushing forward. The characters are well-developed. I could feel their emotions strongly. I laughed and cried with them. I could picture myself there with them. The story flowed very well from chapter to chapter and was easy to follow along. Once I started to read I could hardly put the book down. I highly recommend this story to other readers. The cover of the book and title fit the story perfectly. I give this story a literary rating of 5/5. written by vickie 
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One More S'more (Campfire series Bk. 1) - Beth Merlin I love this book. I love the idea of Camp Chinooka. I liked all the different dynamics of the relationships in this story. The one with Joshua, Alicia and Gigi has so many emotions tied up within it. It is wonderful and terrible at the same time. Then there are the relationships with Gigi and her parents and best of all, her and Perry. There characters are well developed and it's easy to feel all their emotions. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow. It is easily visualized. I highly recommend this story to other readers. The book cover and title fit the story perfectly. I give this story a literary rating of 5/5 
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Beth Merlin has a BA from The George Washington University where she minored in Creative Writing and a JD from New York Law School. She’s a native New Yorker who loves anything Broadway, rom-coms, her daughter Hadley, and a good maxi dress. She was introduced to her husband through a friend she met at sleepaway camp and considers the eight summers she spent there to be some of the most formative of her life. One S’more Summer is Beth’s debut novel. Author links: Website |Goodreads | Twitter | Facebook |
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Death by the River by Alexandrea Weis & Lucas Astor Published by: Vesuvian Books | Publication date: October 2nd 2018 Genres: Horror, Young Adult Synopsis: A high school “American Psycho.” SOME TRUTHS ARE BETTER KEPT SECRET. SOME SECRETS ARE BETTER OFF DEAD. Along the banks of the Bogue Falaya River, sits the abandoned St. Francis Seminary. Beneath a canopy of oaks, blocked from prying eyes, the teens of St. Benedict High gather here on Fridays. The rest of the week belongs to school and family—but weekends belong to the river. And the river belongs to Beau Devereaux. The only child of a powerful family, Beau can do no wrong. Handsome. Charming. Intelligent. The star quarterback of the football team. The “prince” of St. Benedict is the ultimate catch. He is also a psychopath. A dirty family secret buried for years, Beau’s evil grows unchecked. In the shadows of the ruined St. Francis Abbey, he commits unspeakable acts on his victims and ensures their silence with threats and intimidation. Senior year, Beau sets his sights on his girlfriend’s headstrong twin sister, Leslie, who hates him. Everything he wants but cannot have, she will be his ultimate prize. As the victim toll mounts, it becomes crystal clear that someone has to stop Beau Devereaux. And that someone will pay with their life. Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo |
EXCERPT: Hunched over a bowl of homemade mac and cheese, compliments of their cook, Beau sat at the copper breakfast bar in his parents’ kitchen, watching a zombie movie on his laptop. The only light in the room came from above the gourmet stove his mother never touched. He couldn’t remember a time when his mother had ever cooked or cleaned. He’d even had a nanny until his father insisted Elizabeth Devereaux take an interest in her son. Family dinners were something he’d seen on TV shows but never experienced. He’d gotten a taste of it at Dawn’s house when he’d eaten dinner with the Moores, but after his incident with Leslie earlier in the week, he wanted to give her some space. He preferred to break her slowly, tearing her apart a bit at a time. Rushing her to the end he had in mind would only take away from the pleasure of the experience. A soft overhead light above the kitchen island came on, the copper pots hanging from the rack above twinkled. “What are you watching?” Elizabeth glided into the light from the outer hallway, wearing her favorite yellow robe. Her drinking robe, as Beau called it. Noticing the black coffee mug in her hand, he guessed she’d run out of ice to go with her whiskey. “A zombie movie.” He went back to his mac and cheese, not bothering to turn down the volume. Her slippers shuffling across the floor were like fingernails on a chalkboard. He couldn’t remember a time in his life when she hadn’t dragged herself around the house like one of the zombies in his movie. He watched her out of the corner of his eye. After getting ice, Elizabeth walked back to the counter and stood staring down at him. He tried to ignore her, but her damned gray eyes were like crab claws when they dug in. “What?” He paused the movie. Her expression was flat—not a hint of happiness, sadness, remorse or concern lifted the muscles in her face. She’d been that way for the past two years. His mother used to smile. He remembered how her full red lips would ease back, highlighting her dimples and carved high cheekbones. When she smiled, her eyes reminded him of the light at dawn spanning the night sky. “Is that all you’re eating for dinner?” A tapered finger tapped on the counter close to his bowl. “What else would you recommend?” He grinned, feeling cocky. “The brisket you cooked?” No reaction. Nothing. The same dull stare she gave him night and day. He didn’t know if she was rubbing off on him, but lately, a certain emptiness had permeated his ability to give a shit about anything his mother said or did. “Leah also made roast chicken. And there’s steak with baked potatoes in the fridge. Your father grilled tonight before he went back out.” Her deadpan delivery irked him more than missing out on the steak. “Who’s he with tonight?” A hint of life shone in her eyes. She pulled the lapels of her robe closed. “What are you talking about?” Suddenly, beating his mother up over his father’s screwing around didn’t appeal to him. He had a new interest, one who would be a hell of a lot more satisfying. “Forget it.” He stood and took his bowl to the sink. Elizabeth stepped toward him and swept the hair from his brow. Beau jerked back. “Don’t touch me.” His growl came out more menacing than he’d intended, but he was glad. It would keep her away from him. The eyes frantically searching his face were not the lifeless ones he’d grown used to. Fear dilated her pupils, almost covering the gray. “What’s wrong with you? Every time I think I know you, you turn into a stranger.” Beau leaned against the kitchen counter, a smugness surging through him. “That’s good.” He pushed away, and his mother took a cautious step back, which pleased him. “Because if you don’t know me, then no one else ever will.” “What is that supposed to mean, Beau?” The fake motherly concern in her voice pissed him off. “You know what it means.” He went back around the counter to his computer. “Isn’t that what you and Dad want? Don’t let anyone know who I really am.” He picked up the computer and, needing to destroy something, threw it against the far wall. His laptop exploded into shards, plastic clinking against the floor until silence blanketed the kitchen once more. Beau closed his eyes, avoiding his mother’s terror-stricken gaze, furious with himself. He’d lost control. He had one ironclad rule, and he’d broken it. “Beau, baby, perhaps we should talk to your father about—” He willed his sense of discipline back into place, fighting the urge for more destruction. “No. I won’t talk to him.” He could not look at her and stepped away to the pantry. Her shuffling slippers followed him. “You need to talk to someone.” Mindful of his still-seething rage, he gently opened the pantry door and got the broom. “Take your ice and go back to bed, Mom.” Clutching the broom, still not able to face her, he went around the counter to what was left of his computer. “I’ll clean up my own mess.” 
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Lucas Astor is from New York, has resided in Central America and the Middle East, and traveled through Europe. He lives a very private, virtually reclusive lifestyle, preferring to spend time with a close-knit group of friends than be in the spotlight. He is an author and poet with a penchant for telling stories that delve into the dark side of the human psyche. He likes to explore the evil that exists, not just in the world, but right next door behind a smiling face. Photography, making wine, and helping endangered species are just some of his interests. Lucas is an expert archer and enjoys jazz, blues, and classical music. One of his favorite quotes is: “It’s better to be silent than be a fool.” ~Harper Lee (To Kill a Mockingbird) 
Alexandrea Weis is an advanced practice registered nurse who was born and raised in New Orleans. Having been brought up in the motion picture industry, she learned to tell stories from a different perspective and began writing at the age of eight. Infusing the rich tapestry of her hometown into her award-winning novels, she believes that creating vivid characters makes a story memorable. A permitted/certified wildlife rehabber with the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries, Weis rescues orphaned and injured wildlife. She lives with her husband and pets in New Orleans.
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Did you miss the posting about this the other day? Never fear! Below is an excerpt &Teaser , plus, another chance to win this awesome Giveaway! An excerpt in celebration of the release of FATE & FORTUNE by Robin Daniels!   Fate & Fortune: Part One By Robin Daniels YA Contemporary Romance, Duology ebook, 279 Pages | September 20th 2018 Bryce has liked Paige since they were little but has never had the guts to act on his feelings. Paige is devastated over being dumped by her long-time boyfriend and can’t seem to move on. They’re stuck in a rut, until fate decides to pull them out. Both Paige and Bryce are talked into seeing a fortune teller at the annual Summer’s End Carnival. Neither of them buys into the mysticism, until the psychic’s predictions start coming true. Now, the most bizarre things are happening and there isn’t a clear explanation. Each of them must figure out if they’re the subject of an elaborate hoax or a bigger plan forged by destiny. *This book is part one of two. Books should be read sequentially. Goodreads│Amazon Book Blitz for Fate and Fortune: Part One By Robin Daniels We're celebrating the release of Fate and Fortune: Part One, the first part in a Young Adult contemporary romance duology. Read the author's message from day one HERE, read an excerpt below, and come back on Saturday, September 22nd, HERE to read a second excerpt. Don't forget to enter the book/Amazon gift card giveaway below as well...  Excerpt: (PAIGE) THE PLAYERS: Paige-The Heartbroken Heroine, Eric-Paige’s Older Brother, Amy-Paige’s Best Friend, Jason-Paige’s Ex-boyfriend Eric studied me before throwing his hands in the air. “You’ve wasted your entire break, Paige. Books, work, and the occasional TV show are not a vacation. I’ve been patient because I know how hard the breakup was, but it’s time for reality. And reality means getting dressed and coming to the carnival with us.” I shrieked. “I can’t go to the carnival. What if I run into Jason? I’ve spent the whole summer avoiding him. I won’t blow it on the very last night.” “What happens when you see him at school?” Eric asked. I narrowed my eyes, frustrated because he was right. We lived in a small northern Texas town—less than four thousand people—and we only had two schools. The elementary school housed kindergarten through sixth grade, and the secondary school had seventh through twelfth. The middle and high school were in separate parts of the building, but for the most part everyone knew everyone and there was no way to avoid anybody. This meant there was a 100 percent chance I’d have at least one class with Jason. “He’s got a point,” Amy said. “Wouldn’t you rather rip the Band-Aid off tonight, so you can avoid a meltdown tomorrow?” “Maybe I could homeschool?” I suggested half-heartedly. “If you don’t come with us, he wins,” Eric chided. Amy nodded in agreement, then added, “You don’t even know if he’ll be there.” “Yeah, right,” I grumbled. There wasn’t a lot to do around here. We had a two-screen movie theater and a ten-lane bowling alley, both of which were older than dirt and smelled funky. If you wanted good entertainment, you had to drive over an hour to Amarillo or Lubbock. The annual Summer’s End Carnival was lame, but it was something to do. Jason would certainly be there. I chewed on my lip in panic. “What if he has a new girlfriend?” “He doesn’t,” Eric assured me. “Who cares if he does?” Amy snipped, growing tired of my excuses. “There’s plenty of cute, available fish in our tiny pond. You can’t settle on catfish before you’ve tried trout.” She thought she was being clever, but her analogy sucked. “Jason is not a catfish. Catfish are ugly,” I argued. Eric rolled his eyes. “All fish are ugly. But trout tastes better. Think of what you’d be missing if you only ever ate catfish.” “If I only ate catfish I wouldn’t know what I’d be missing, so I wouldn’t care.” Amy rifled through my closet. “If you want Jason back so bad, then you need to try trout. Lots of trout—preferably in front of him. Nothing makes a catfish more jealous than a good-looking trout.” She tossed some clothes at me along with my towel. “Get out there, look hot, talk to a bunch of guys, and flirt a little.” “Who am I supposed to flirt with?” “It doesn’t matter,” Eric answered with a smirk. He leaned against my Taylor Swift poster, because he knew it bugged me. “As long as it’s not yours truly.” I finally cracked, unable to suppress my laughter. “Um, I think that goes without saying.” ABOUT the AUTHOR:  The most important thing to know about me is that I'm basically a sixteen-year-old trapped in an adult's body. It's why I feel such a great connection to all of my characters and why I love to write romantic comedy. The kid in me just wants to be goofy. Besides being a writer; I'm a wife, mother of five, volleyball enthusiast and home decorating guru. My list of favorites includes: reading, Christmas, pedicures, dessert, steak, Arizona winters and most importantly, Diet Coke. Website│Goodreads│Facebook│Twitter│Instagram│Amazon│Newsletter Blitz Giveaway  1 winner will receive all 4 books in the Perfect Series along with a $20 Amazon Card Print books are available to US winners only. International winners will receive ebook copies in lieu of print copies. Ends September 24th  
An Introduction to Fate & Fortune I came up with the concept for Fate & Fortune about a year ago, but I was so wrapped up in my Perfect Series that it was placed on the back burner. Now that I’ve finally tackled writing it, the story has become a labor of love. Interweaving the plots between part one and part two has been much more complicated than I expected; a continuity nightmare. But in the end, taking on a more challenging project has strengthened me as a writer. My hope is that readers will find the premise different and exciting; and as always, that they’ll smile a lot and laugh out loud. Fate & Fortune: Part One follows one week in the lives of Paige (who has recently been dumped by her boyfriend of two years) and Bryce (who has been crazy about Paige since they were little). It’s a contemporary romance with unexpected and unique twists that imply a magical element. I won’t go into detail because that would ruin the surprise. ? Readers are left to wonder whether events are being orchestrated by a clever friend or manipulated by fate. This book has a fun and comedic supporting cast. Fate & Fortune: Part Two rewinds back to the beginning of the week and follows the lives of Paige and Bryce’s friends. This book is where you get the subplot of the story; the all-important look behind the scenes. You’ll find brand-new situations that fall within the time line of the first story. You’ll get some scenes that fill in the gaps from book one. And there will also be some of the same scenes shown from a different perspective and told with different inner dialogue. In the end, readers will discover who did it, how it was done, fate’s role in everything and if Paige and Bryce get their happily ever after. Robin 
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YA Contemporary Romance, Duology ebook, 279 Pages September 20th 2018 Bryce has liked Paige since they were little but has never had the guts to act on his feelings. Paige is devastated over being dumped by her long-time boyfriend and can’t seem to move on. They’re stuck in a rut, until fate decides to pull them out. Both Paige and Bryce are talked into seeing a fortune teller at the annual Summer’s End Carnival. Neither of them buys into the mysticism, until the psychic’s predictions start coming true. Now, the most bizarre things are happening and there isn’t a clear explanation. Each of them must figure out if they’re the subject of an elaborate hoax or a bigger plan forged by destiny. *This book is part one of two. Books should be read sequentially. Goodreads│Amazon 
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The most important thing to know about me is that I'm basically a sixteen-year-old trapped in an adult's body. It's why I feel such a great connection to all of my characters and why I love to write romantic comedy. The kid in me just wants to be goofy. Besides being a writer; I'm a wife, mother of five, volleyball enthusiast and home decorating guru. My list of favorites includes: reading, Christmas, pedicures, dessert, steak, Arizona winters and most importantly, Diet Coke. Website│Goodreads│Facebook│Twitter│Instagram│Amazon│Newsletter
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Awakened Book details: Awakened (The Power Trilogy, #1) by Dot Caffrey Published by: Acorn Publishing | Publication date: August 31st 2018 Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult Synopsis: Power and Prophecy! Seventeen-year-old Regnaryn grew up in an idyllic land among mythical beings. She believes she is the last surviving human. Her world begins to shatter when Evil invades her dreams, demanding she relinquish unknown powers foretold by her long-deceased mother. When Graeden, a young human male, arrives, he further disrupts her once-orderly life. Her emotions in chaos, Regnaryn flees the only home she’s ever known, only to be captured by the servants of Evil from her dreams. Now she must take a stand, confronting her late mother’s prophecy while also attempting to survive and protect those she loves. Goodreads | ~ Purchase: Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo | 
Awakened - Dot Caffrey
I totally enjoyed reading this book. I thought it was interesting how Ragnaryn and Graeden started out and how they evolved throughout the story. All the characters are well-developed and fun to get to know. They were easy to visualize and I could easily feel their emotions. I like the book cover and the title of the story. I feel like they are a very good fit. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow along. There is some sexual explicitness in the book. I would recommend this book to others who like a good adventure. I give this book a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie 
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I was born and raised in New York, mostly on Long Island not “The City”. After high school, I moved to California and then did a three-year stint in the Navy before going to college and getting a Microbiology/Medical Technologist degree. According to my Dad, I’ve been a storyteller from the time I began talking (which was at a very young age). But, it wasn’t until a few years ago that I decided to take my passion for writing and my love for all things magical or mythical seriously and set out to write fantasy novels. When I’m not at my day job or writing, I enjoy creating and wearing costumes (cosplay), playing video games (though, I’m not very good at it) and watching NHL hockey and assorted other things many of which are merely time wasters. Of course, hanging out with my friends and my cats also pleasantly fills my time. Author links: Website | Facebook |
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Out of Sight by Matthew S. Cox Publication date: August 13th 2018 Genres: Dystopian, Young Adult Synopsis: Most Citizens hold Outcasts in dim regard, but Sima never expected they’d throw her off the planet. In 2411, overpopulation has spread a plaque of filthy, congested city to the corners of the Earth. Government has raised corruption to an art form, and no one hears the cries of those left to die in the dark passageways of civilization. Following the End of Nations, people cling to the only division left: social status. Since running away from home four years ago, she’s managed to stay a step ahead of death―or worse. At sixteen, she’s getting too old to survive from begging, despite her best effort to pretend she’s younger. Worse, the sidewalks teem with little kids edging in on her turf, monopolizing Citizens’ charity with their wide, pleading eyes and genuine innocence. A chance meeting with suspiciously nice cops leaves her more confused than ever. Between deadly gangs, unforgiving security forces, and a terrifying madam eager to exploit a girl her age, merely getting older is the biggest threat to her life. With no good choice to make, she risks the least of three evils. Sima thought her life on Earth had been dangerous… She hasn’t seen anything yet. Goodreads | ~ Purchase: Amazon 
Out of Sight - Matthew S. Cox
Talk about a great imagination...This story has so much happening throughout it, I could hardly put it down. I love the fantasy world and the releationships that are formed with Sima and the other kids. The characters are all well-developed and I fell in love with these kids. It is easy to feel their emotions. The book cover and title fit the story perfectly. I highly recommend this book to other readers. I give this book a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie 
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Born in a little town known as South Amboy NJ in 1973, Matthew has been creating science fiction and fantasy worlds for most of his reasoning life. Somewhere between fifteen to eighteen of them spent developing the world in which Division Zero, Virtual Immortality, and The Awakened Series take place. He has several other projects in the works as well as a collaborative science fiction endeavor with author Tony Healey. Hobbies and Interests: Matthew is an avid gamer, a recovered WoW addict, Gamemaster for two custom systems (Chronicles of Eldrinaath [Fantasy] and Divergent Fates [Sci Fi], and a fan of anime, British humour (<- deliberate), and intellectual science fiction that questions the nature of reality, life, and what happens after it. He is also fond of cats. Awards: Prophet of the Badlands (excerpt) – Honorable Mention – Writers of the Future. Author links: http://www.matthewcoxbooks.com/wordpress/ https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7712730.Matthew_S_Cox https://www.facebook.com/MatthewSCoxAuthor https://twitter.com/mscox_fiction
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Note from the Author Welcome! I’m so excited to bring you my new series “The Kingdom to Come”. This first book “A Great Light” will introduce you to Prince Karhiad, a humble prince next in line to the throne, and his band of close loyal friends who live in the low social status of his kingdom. The crown prince respects his royal family, loves his parents and brother dearly, yet doesn’t align with their views of ruling the kingdom. He appreciates the authenticity that is found in his friends and the lifestyles of the lower and middle class. There is an evil entity that wanders the world and has an army of supernatural creatures that wreaks destruction amongst the kingdoms. The threat of this sinister beast isn’t the only dilemma in the Kingdom of Merrhius that Karhiad’s father must battle; it is also the rebellion of his son. If King Vilsig cannot get Karhiad committed to the ways of reigning over their kingdom, then he believes his legacy will diminish. Love is found in the most unforeseen place for this honorable prince. He will risk his inheritance to pursue this love fervently. In a battle of good vs. evil, the power of love isn’t just a shield to ward off the darkness — it’s also the strongest weapon of all. Jennifer 
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by Jennifer Ball Young Adult Christian Fantasy Paperback & ebook, 298 Pages June 28th 2018 by Revelation Publishing Company Love and war are often the same thing. Prince Karhiad is a humble king-in-waiting. His father, King Vilsig, rules the Kingdom of Merrhius with an iron fist. While the king dreams of endless conquests, his son only wants to conquer the hearts of his subjects through love instead of fear. Meanwhile, a dark and sinister force threatens every kingdom around. And if King Vilsig and Prince Karhiad can't put aside their differences, an ancient sinister beast and his supernatural army will lay waste to the Kingdom of Merrhius. On the night of Prince Karhiad’s 17th birthday, he is mesmerized by a radiant light and makes a decision to learn of its origin. That choice will force him towards answers he wasn't seeking, a woman he wasn't planning to fall in love with, and a destiny that will bring him great suffering yet an even greater reward. But in this gripping tale of good vs. evil, the power of love isn't just a shield to ward off the darkness -- it's also the strongest weapon of all. Goodreads│Amazon│B&N 
A Great Light - Jennifer Ball
This book is full of fascinating adventure. I like the way Jennifer separates the lands with distinctive differences. They are close in proximity but so far apart in their beliefs and the way they live. I really like the mystery of Trinicity. Karhiad and Faith have an amazing relationship and the friendships Karhiad has with his friends are great. The characters are well-developed and it is easy to feel their emotions. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow along and the title fits the story well. This is an awesome story and I highly recommend it to other readers. I give this book a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie 
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I am a friend of Jesus who at times fails at making this is my most important relationship. I am a wife who forgets at times this is my primary job. I am a mom who at times didn't get it right. I take lots of pictures that annoy everyone in my family except for my dog. She loves it. I began writing short stories when I was a child. I would sit in my room for hours writing as fast as I could to keep up with my thoughts. We didn't have a typewriter and certainly no computer. Too often my writing would turn to scribble. I ended up with lots of loose paper with many short stories written on them in half scribble that made it too difficult for others to read. Thanks to technology, I went back to my childhood passion and wrote a story that I turned into a readable book. That's me, to make a long story short. Website│Goodreads│Amazon Tour Giveaway: 
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The English Grammar Workbook for grades 6,7,and 8 by Luaralee Moss - Reviewed by LAWonder10!9/9/2018  Teach and reinforce grammatical skills with over 125 simple exercises in The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 6, 7, and 8. Grammar is an essential part of the sixth, seventh, and eighth grade curriculum. With The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 6, 7, and 8 students will build a strong foundation for understanding the concepts of grammar and using them effectively when reading, writing, or speaking. The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 6, 7, and 8 offers students the flexibility to learn at their own pace while providing the structure they need to successfully retain essential grammar rules, such as parts of speech, sentence structure, phrases and clauses, active and passive voice, mood, punctuation, writing style, and more. Inside the pages of The English Grammar Workbook for Grades 6, 7, and 8 you’ll find:
MY REVIEW: (LAWonder10) DO YOU AMD YOUR CHILDREN A FAVOR AND PURCHASE THIS BOOK! When filling in for a High School Sophomore English teacher during her maternity leave, I was appalled to discover the majority of students did not know English Grammar skills! This workbook covers punctuation, identifying nouns, pronouns, verbs adverbs, adjectives, conjunctions, prepositions, etc. and how to properly use them. It, also, covers basic sentence structure, and how to effectively use them. PLUS punctuation marks are included, with simple test at the end of each individual subject matter. You can discover how well you are absorbing the information. This is written to aid the Middle_school ages but it is a terrific, much needed aid for all! One does not have to be a writer to benefit, nor even attending school. This book will aid in any type of correspondence or communication. My applaud is offered to Author, Lauralee Moss, for the very professional, easy to follow, grammatical workbook! The cover is colorful and a very eye-catching and effective. I offer a Strong Five Stars rating for this book. *This book was gifted me with no suggestion of a positive review. This is my honest review.  About Lauralee MossLauralee Moss has taught high school English in Illinois for over ten years. She holds a BS in English Education from Southern Illinois University and an MA in Teaching and Leadership. She blogs at LanguageArtsClassroom.com.
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Superhero High by T.H. Hernandez Published by: Soul Mate Publishing | Publication date: July 5th 2018 Genres: Adventure, Science Fiction, Young Adult Synopsis: Sixteen-year-old Annarenee Stevens is the sole member of her family without a super power. The only time she feels powerful is in the pool. With her sights set on swimming for U.C. Berkeley, she’s ready to win it all at the State championship and secure her future.When the government unexpectedly ends the secret Genetically Enhanced Asset (GEA) program, Annarenee is uprooted from Dayton, the only home she’s ever known, and relocated to San Diego with all of the other GEA families. Queen of her public school, Annarenee is just another zero at Superhero High, a school without any sports teams. With the end of the program, her hero older brother now needs a college education, too, meaning the only way Annarenee is getting into Berkeley is on a scholarship. Her dream is slipping through her fingers, no matter how tightly she clings to it. To make matters worse, super hot superhero, Ren Gonzalez, is paying too much attention to her. The kind of attention that has Ren’s ex-girlfriend intent on making Annarenee’s life even more miserable. But when heroes begin disappearing, zeros and heroes will be forced to team up in order to solve the mystery. If they don’t kill each other first. Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon | 
Superhero High - T H Hernandez
I really enjoyed reading this story. So much fun with the different super powers. There is a lot going on throughout the story which held my attention from the beginning to the end. The characters are well-developed and I liked their different personalities. My favorite characters were of course Ren and Annarenee. They had a great connection and it was fun to see how their friendship grew. It is easy to feel the emotions of all the characters. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and it is easy to follow along. The title of the book fits the story well and the cover of the book is also a perfect match. I would recommend this book to other readers. There is a small amount of profanity in the book. I give this book a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie
GUEST POST: Top 10 story ideas would you like to tackle in the future? I have a long list of books I’d love to write if I can find the time. Here are my top ten: 1. What happens when a girl who leads a charmed life suddenly has her luck fade away. 2. Turning the tables on the MeToo movement where a group of arrogant teen boys finds out what it’s like to be valued for their looks above everything else. 3. A dystopian story where parents are only permitted to have one child, and what they do when a set of identical twins is born. 4. A teen girl learns about homelessness in a big city when she falls a homeless boy. 5. A friends with benefits story with a twist. 6. Taking the double-standard about teens who have sex and placing it under a microscope. Slut-shaming of girls is one of my biggest pet peeves. 7. Time travel. It’s one of my favorite subgenres and I want to tackle it someday. 8. In a dystopian future, a ruler's son is forced to choose a bride from a pool of bachelorettes in a reality show he wants no part of. 9. A teen girl, adopted as an infant from China by American parents finds herself at the center of racism and fear after the U.S. President starts a war with North Korea. 10. Paranormal. But something new and different. I don’t know what yet, but I want to take on the world building that would go with paranormal and move it in a new direction. SOUNDS SUPER NEAT! 
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T.H. Hernandez is the author of young adult books. The Union, a futuristic dystopian adventure, was a finalist in the 2015 San Diego book awards in the Young Adult Fiction category. She loves pumpkin spice lattes, Game of Thrones, Comic-Con, Star Wars, Doctor Who marathons, Bad Lip Reading videos, and all things young adult, especially the three young adults who share her home. When not visiting the imaginary worlds inside her head, T.H. Hernandez lives in usually sunny San Diego, California with her husband and three children, a couple of cats, and a dog who thinks he’s a cat, affectionately referred to as “the puppycat.” You can find her online at http://thhernandez.com Author links: Twitter | Website | Facebook | Goodreads |
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Jaclyn and the Beanstalk by Mary Ting Published by: Vesuvian Books Publication date: September 4th 2018 Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult Synopsis:What fate awaits a girl who hears monsters at night… Sixteen-year-old Jaclyn looks up to her father. An honest man who once fought for the king, he now teaches Jaclyn how to use her wits—and her sword. But he has a secret. And his secret may have a connection to the one thing Jaclyn is hiding from him. Upon hearing “monsters” are terrorizing the small villages around Black Mountain, Jaclyn’s father and his friends head out to hunt them … but they don’t return. Armed only with her sword and three magic beans—a gift from a mysterious old woman—Jaclyn sets out for Black Mountain to save her father. On her climb, one bean drops and grows into a beanstalk, catching her when she falls. She isn’t the only one that takes the ride. Jack, her childhood friend and secret crush, is following her. Together, Jaclyn and Jack must battle to save not only their fathers, but the townspeople the beasts plan to lay waste to before it’s too late. Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo | 
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Jaclyn and the Beanstalk - Mary Ting This is a fun story. It has a great love story and I love the way it is a retelling of sorts to one of my favorite stories. Jack and the Bean Stock. I think the monsters were a good twist to the giant in the original. The characters are well-developed, each one has a great personality. I could feel their emotions well. The story flowed well from chapter to chapter and was easy to follow along. The title of the book and book cover are a good fit for the story. I would recommend this book to other readers. I give it a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie 
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International Bestselling Author Mary Ting/M. Clarke resides in Southern California with her husband and two children. She enjoys oil painting and making jewelry. Writing her first novel, Crossroads Saga, happened by chance. It was a way to grieve the death of her beloved grandmother, and inspired by a dream she once had as a young girl. When she started reading new adult novels, she fell in love with the genre. It was the reason she had to write one-Something Great. Why the pen name, M Clarke? She tours with Magic Johnson Foundation to promote literacy and her children's chapter book-No Bullies Allowed. Author links: Twitter | Blog | Facebook | Goodreads |
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In Too Deep (Blue Spruce Lodge #3) by Dani Collins Publication date: August 7th 2018 Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance Synopsis: The family he didn’t know he needed… At her wit’s end with her twelve-year-old niece, Wren Snow takes the manager’s job at Blue Spruce Lodge so Sky can get to know her father, Trigg Johanssen—a tycoon snowboarder with a playboy reputation. Gold-medalist Trigg Johanssen is furious she kept Sky a secret, but quits competition to focus on his newly discovered daughter only to have his chemistry with Wren complicate their attempts to co-parent. When outside forces threaten the ski resort he’s rebuilding, a marriage of convenience seems like the answer. It would give his daughter the life she deserves, but is it too much for a heartbroken woman still nursing past hurts? Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo | 
In Too Deep - Dani Collins
I love the Blue Spruce Lodge series. This story is about Wren and Trigg. They have so much baggage in their lives and Wren has so much heartache she has to deal with and yet she continues to push forward always trying to do what is best for her niece. I really like all the characters in this story and they are well-developed and it's easy to feel their emotions. This story has a great love story and great relationships with friends. I like the setting in the mountains of Montana. The story flows well from chapter to chapter and is easy to follow. The book cover and title are perfect for the story. I hope to read more about the Blue Spruce Lodge. There is profanity and sexual explicitness throughout the story. I recommend this book to other readers. I give this story a literary rating of 5/5 written by vickie
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USA Today Bestselling author, winner of 2013 Reviewer’s Choice Award from Romantic Times Book Reviews Before making my first sale to Harlequin Mills & Boon in 2012, I spent two decades writing and submitting to every publisher with a transom while holding down a day job and raising a family with my high school sweet heart. Since then, I’ve gone to contract on over thirty books. While Harlequin Presents remains my first love, I also write romantic comedy, medieval fantasy romance, erotic romance, and small town contemporary romance for Tule Publishing’s Montana Born. In fact, I write just about anything, so long as it’s romance. P.S. I’m also Canadian. Author links: Website | Goodreads | Facebook | Twitter |
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Published July 2018 | ISBN 1524407208 (ISBN13: 9781524407209) The day of her parents' garden party dawns bright as Lydia Prescott eagerly anticipates a marriage proposal from a handsome and wealthy plantation owner. The lovely debutante plans to steal a moment away with her beau, but her plans go terribly awry. Instead of her intended, she is joined by a stranger the largest man she's ever laid eyes on. And it is clear Jacob Steele is there for reasons far more sober than the party. With British raids erupting all around them, it is his job to reassure plantation owners of their safety. In reality, however, Jacob is an espionage agent, and the truth is dire: America is on the verge of invasion by the British. Blissfully unaware of the danger surrounding her, Lydia basks in the glow of her recent engagement. But her joy is short-lived—a surprise British attack results in a devastating wound, and her plans for the future are shattered. Lost in her devastation, Lydia could never dream that Jacob, that giant of a man she met so briefly, would prove to be her saving grace. And with a war raging around them, she may be called upon to save him too.
MY REVIEW: (LAWondrr10) This is a novel with a setting toward the end of the Revolutionary War. I loved the tone of the story and how a tragedy changed the life of, particularly, one young woman and one honorable, courageous man. Little did Lydia know, on the day of her parents annual Garden Party, how much impact people she met that day, would have on her future. She was just eagerly awaiting the arrival of the handsome Plantation owner she was sure would soon propose marriage to her. Jacob Steele was out of his comfort zone in attending this "High Society" social. He was forced to endure such occasions in order to obtain financial support in his espionage efforts against the British invading their country. The only other highlight was the smiling, spirited young woman who he first met after arriving. She was, however, just another spoiled wealthy debutante. Lydia was assured by her father their home was safe from the path of the British. She felt safe until one night, while her parents were gone for a couple of days, the British raided their home. While hiding, she was caught in a fire. This story was built on the vanity in society and of the compassion of those who aren't socially acceptable, sometimes "outshines" the vain cruelty of others. It, also, emphasized the importance of "not judging a book by its cover". There was enough action to keep the reader's interest. It was a refreshingly positive approach to humanity. Of the honor which used to exist even between most enemies". I offer a Five Stars rating. *This book was gifted to me with no request for a positive review. This is my honest review. 
Jennifer Moore is a passionate reader and writer of all things romance due to the need to balance the rest of her world, which includes a perpetually traveling husband and four active sons, who create heaps of laundry that are anything but romantic. Jennifer has a BA in linguistics from the University of Utah and is a Guitar Hero champion. She lives in northern Utah with her family.
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The Warrior Princess (Alinthia #3) by Siobhan Davis Publication date: August 28th 2018 Genres: Paranormal, Romance, Young Adult Synopsis:She’ll tear the galaxy apart to save them… Captured by a special, secret government agency, Alinthia is now facing another new reality—one where she’s separated from the four guys who have come to mean so much to her. But she has faith in Dane, Coop, Maddox, and Beck, and she refuses to give up hope. Until she discovers General Arantu and his despicable daughter, have imprisoned her protectors and time is running out to save them. Desperate to escape the government’s clutches and rescue her loved ones, Alinthia finds unlikely allies in the strangest of places. With their help, she finally understands what is required to assume full control of her powers and fulfil her legacy. However, the more she uncovers about herself and her abilities, the more she understands how fragile the line is between good and evil, darkness and light, right and wrong. Will she make the ultimate sacrifice in the name of love, or are there some lines that can’t ever be crossed? The third book in the enchanting Alinthia series is intended for readers aged seventeen and older. This is upper YA/NA crossover reverse harem paranormal romance which gets steamier as the series develops. This is not a standalone read. Full-length novel. Goodreads | Purchase: Amazon | Bookbub | 
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USA Today bestselling author Siobhan Davis writes emotionally intense young adult and new adult romantic fiction with swoon-worthy romance, complex characters, and tons of unexpected plot twists and turns that will have you flipping the pages beyond bedtime! She is the author of the international bestselling Kennedy Boys, Saven, and True Calling series’. Siobhan’s family will tell you she’s a little bit obsessive when it comes to reading and writing, and they aren’t wrong. She can rarely be found without her trusty Kindle, a paperback book, or her laptop somewhere close at hand. Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Siobhan forged a successful corporate career in human resource management. She resides in the Garden County of Ireland with her husband and two sons. Author links: Subscribe toreverse harem newsletter | Amazon Author Page | Author website: Goodreads profile | Facebook page | Twitter profile | Author Blog | BookBub Author Page:
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