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Monday, March 30, 2015
Friday, March 27, 2015
Teardrops Know My Name #Book Blast
One winner will receive a $10.00 Amazon Gift Card.
Enter contest below
Book Title: Teardrops Know My Name
Author: Dalia Florea
Genre: Mystery, Suspense, Romance
Recommended age group? 18 and up
Publisher: Dalia Florea (March 27, 2015)
ASIN: B00TWQJGQC
Dalia Florea is a novelist and native New Yorker. Her debut book “Mirrored” recently reached the top 100 Best Sellers list in Women’s Detective Fiction and rated favorably on both Amazon and Goodreads. When she isn’t crafting suspenseful romance, Dalia enjoys solving Sudoku and cryptogram quotes, attending jazz concerts and visiting wineries. Dalia currently lives in Northern Virginia and is hard at work on her next two novels.
Someone is stalking, fashion photographer, Linda McNair and turning her world upside down. She has no idea who it could be. Is it an old boyfriend? Someone in the industry? A complete stranger? The only thing Linda knows for sure is her stalker has to be stopped. Her life may depend on it.
When Linda meets Detective Sean Gregory, one of New York’s finest in more ways than one, stories unravel, revealing secrets, lies and betrayal that nearly destroy her, breaking her heart into a million tiny pieces.
Linda tries to resist Sean’s affection, but she can’t help wondering if he’s the right man who can put the shattered pieces of her heart back to together.
Contest: Author is giving away One $10.00 Amazon Gift Card
Enter to WinTerms and Conditions: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. A winner will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This giveaway is sponsored by the author Dalia Florea and is hosted and managed by Paulette from Write Now Literary Book Tours. If you have any additional questions – feel free to send an email to Paulette @ pharperjohnson@gmail.com
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Love is Everything #Book Tour
Book Title: Love Is Everything
Author: Elsie Hillman-Gordon
Genre: Fiction, Inspirational, Christian, Romance
Book Release Date: May 30, 2014
Paperback: 106 pages
ISBN-10: 1496112458
ISBN-13: 978-1496112453
Award-winning author Elsie Hillman-Gordon published her first fiction novella, Love Is Everything, in May 2014. Her book received the Gold/1st Place award for *Best Short Story* in the 2015 Feathered Quill Book Awards Program.
Elsie lives in Washington, DC with her husband. She holds a BA in English and executive graduate certificates in editorial practices and marketing. She has worked for several media organizations, including NPR. In her free time, she stays busy supporting community outreach projects sponsored through her sorority, church, and non-profit organizations.
Elsie’s passion is creative writing, but she also enjoys live theater, movies, reading, and long walks on autumn days. She believes in random acts of kindness and encouraging people to reach for their dreams.
Do you like to read inspirational fiction? Do you believe that people who have loved and lost can find true love again, that a hurting heart can heal, and that God’s love will see you through difficult times? If so, you’ll enjoy reading Love Is Everything.
It’s the story of thirty-five year old Vanessa Dennison—a woman struggling to find joy in life and doubting her faith in God after losing her parents in a tragic accident. But after reluctantly accepting a blind date with Elliott Reeves, a handsome widower with a strong faith and young daughter, she embraces anew her relationship with God and the power of love.
Sweet and emotional, this tale of rediscovering love, faith, and hope is sure to touch your heart. It’s a must read for anyone who’s ever loved and lost, especially those still reluctant to take a chance on love.
Monday, March 23, 2015
Cover Reveal - A Change of Mind and Other Stories
About the Book:
Title: A
Change of Mind and Other Stories
Author: Nick
Wilford
Genre:
Contemporary speculative fiction
Cover Design: Rebekah Romani
Release Date: May 25th
2015
A
Change of Mind and Other Stories consists
of a novella, four short stories and one flash fiction piece. This collection
puts the extremes of human behaviour under the microscope with the help of
lashings of dark humour, and includes four pieces previously published in Writer’s
Muse magazine.
In
A Change of Mind, Reuben is an office worker so meek and mild he puts up with
daily bullying from his boorish male colleagues as if it’s just a normal part
of his day. But when a stranger points him in the direction of a surgeon
offering a revolutionary new procedure, he can’t pass up the chance to turn his
life around.
But
this isn’t your average surgeon. For a start, he operates alone in a small room
above a mechanic’s. And he promises to alter his patients’ personality so they
can be anything they want to be…
In
Marissa, a man who is determined to find evidence of his girlfriend’s
infidelity ends up wondering if he should have left well alone.
The
Dog God finds a chink in the armour
of a man with a megalomaniacal desire to take over the world.
In
The Insomniac, a man who leads an obsessively regimented lifestyle on one
hour’s sleep a night finds a disruption to his routine doesn’t work for him.
Hole
In One sees a dedicated golfer
achieving a lifelong ambition.
The
Loner ends the collection on a note
of hope as two family members try to rebuild their lives after they are torn
apart by jealousy.
Bio
Nick Wilford is a writer and stay-at-home dad. Once a journalist, he now makes use of those rare times when the house is quiet to explore the realms of fiction, with a little freelance editing and formatting thrown in. When not working, he can usually be found spending time with his family or cleaning something. Nick is also the editor of Overcoming Adversity: An Anthology for Andrew. You can find him hanging out on his blog or on Goodreads or Twitter.
Friday, March 20, 2015
A Spring Affair Release Day Blitz
Blurb:
Though they've yet to meet face to face, Maya has had a secret
crush on Xavier, the man who owns a wine café
that the winery she works for distributes to. But being that Xavier is
involved, she'd never reveal her feelings.
Xavier's previous relationship has left him wrung out
emotionally. Needing to get away for awhile, he decides to drive to Napa and
visit the winery that produces one of the best selling wines at his café. And finally get the
opportunity to meet the woman with the sweet little voice.
One email and four little words stands to flip their love lives
on its head and when Maya and Xavier meet for the first time, both are
blindsided by the attraction they feel for one another.
Springtime and wine make a beautiful backdrop for two people on a
romantic journey to love...
Excerpt:
Maya stood there in the wine cave staring at Xavier.
"'We'," she said. "As in...you and me?"
She watched at the corner of his mouth quirked up slightly,
before he released a deep chuckle.
"Yeah," he said. "That's the idea, unless
there is some rule that says you can't drink right now?"
"My boss doesn't mind if we taste the wines along with
our tourist, as long as we use the spittoon. But it is after hours and everyone
has left for the day."
"So what do you say?" he asked with a smile.
"All these years we've talked on the phone and emailed each other, it
would be nice to sit down and finally get to know more about you."
She wanted to get to know him better as well.
Then why are you hesitating? her mind screamed.
She looked over her shoulder at the exit, then back at the
table.
"I'm sorry," he said when she still didn't
answer. He looked at his watch. "I suppose now I'm being presumptuous.
Here I am asking you to sit down and share this wine and food with me and
technically you're suppose to be off the clock already. I didn't think that
maybe you already had plans with your husband."
Maya grinned at Xavier's inquisitive tone.
It was more than a little obvious that he was fishing for
her relationship status. Grinning, she held up her hand to reveal her bare ring
finger. "I'm not married."
"Boyfriend?" he corrected.
She shook her head, and she felt her grin widen. "I'm
single."
"Then I'm not stealing you from anyone
important."
"It doesn't appear that way." Finally Maya smiled
and said, "Sure I would love to sit with you."
They moved over to the table and Xavier held a chair out
for Maya. As he pushed her chair in after she sat, she felt his finger
inadvertently brush against her shoulder. It amazed her that even the lightest
touch from this man made her body come alive.
She expected him to go around and sit on the other side of
the table, but was surprised when he pulled out the chair right next to hers
and sat down.
"So, what do we have here?" Xavier asked, rubbing
his hands together in anticipation.
Trying to ignore their knees touching under the table, Maya
pointed to a white wine.
"This is a chardonnay, much like the one you tasted
from the barrel. Of course this one is ready for consumption," she said
with a smile.
They both reached for the bottle at the same time and she
stopped as Xavier's large hand grabbed it first.
"Do you mind?" he asked.
"By all means." She held up her glass so he could
pour some, then he filled his own glass.
"I assume we're pairing this with the brie cheese over
there?" he guessed as he sat the bottle back down.
"You're absolutely right. It's actually from a local
cheesemonger not too far from here." She cut them both a small slice of
cheese. "You know your pairings."
"I would hope so, otherwise business would be terrible
at my café."
"What made you decide to open a wine café?" Maya asked. She had always
been curious. "Why not just open a wine shop?"
"Because there is a wine shop every few blocks. Not to
mention you can get wine from just about any store. With the wine café, people can also experience the joy
of learning about wines as well as different foods that pair well with
them."
She loved his
answer. And it was obvious that he was a true wine lover. As they went through
their flight of wines, tasting several varieties, she watched as he described
each one in great detail, as well as how each item of food was enhanced by the
wines.
As they finished up their tasting, Xavier wiped his mouth
and sat his napkin down on the plate in front of him.
"That was amazing. I can't thank you enough again for
doing all of this."
"Even though it was meant for you and someone
else?" she asked sheepishly.
Xavier turned and looked Maya directly in the eyes.
"If it was meant for me to be here with someone else, I would have been
here with someone else," he said with a self-assured tone.
There was something in his voice and the look in his eyes
that made Maya's heart race.
She broke their eye contact and stood, gathering up the
dishes. "I still feel terrible. Setting up this whole romantic scene must
have brought up some strange feelings considering–"
"Maya." Xavier stood, gently grabbing her arm, to
stop her from her task of cleaning. "The only thing I've felt tonight is
joy at spending time with you. In fact..." he removed his hand from her
arm and hooked his thumbs into the loops of his jeans. "...I was wondering
since the winery is closed tomorrow, do you have any plans tomorrow?"
"Uh, no. I don't have any plans tomorrow. You're not
going to visit anymore wineries?"
"I visited all of the ones on my list yesterday and
today. This was the final stop for me. I wanted to save the best for
last," he said, and she felt like he was referring to more than just the
winery.
"I know this may seem fast, and forward. And I'm kind
of out of practice with all of this, but...I've enjoyed our time together today
and I want to see you again. So I was wondering if you would have lunch with me
tomorrow, before I have to head back to Sacramento."
Oh. My. God.
After years of fantasizing about this man she'd never
before met, he was better than anything she could have imagined. And for all of
those years, there was a road block in her dreams by the name of Darby. Now
Darby was out of the picture and Xavier was showing interest in her. It was the
stuff romance novels were made of.
She remembered what her sister had said about jumping at
the opportunity if it presented itself with Xavier. Well...she'd been a little
more cruder, but still...her overall advice was on point. And Maya wasn't going
to let a chance she'd secretly been wishing for, for several years now, pass
her by.
"Lunch with you tomorrow would be great."
Growing up an introvert, Té
Russ found solace in literary arts at
an early age. She found reading to be a vehicle to broader horizons and writing
a form of self-expression. She began writing love stories in her adolescent
years as a way to expel her youthful thoughts of love into words. Since then
she has gone from writing stories and thoughts of love in journals to attending
college for journalism and falling in love, which has allowed those youthful
words of love to blossom into a series of stories in her romance novels. Though
she has an immense appreciation for the sheer smell that books collectively
exert, she also has found balance to her introverted nature with adrenaline
inducing activities. So if she does not have her nose pressed deeply into a
book or her pen ticking through a pad, you may also find this mother of three
baking some tasty treats, jumping out of airplanes, cheering her husband on at
the top of her lungs at MMA fights, buzzing down the interstate on the back of
motorcycles, or kayaking.
Connect with the author:
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
#WriterWednesday - Be Calm Be Brave Don't Be Afraid Book Tour with Imari Douthit
About The Book
Ally and Max are a sister and brother adventure team that helps towns in distress. When a rock lands in Ally’s bedroom to give them their mission, the duo is off to solve the problem. This mission has them going into the future and once the duo arrives they are in for a surprise. Will Ally and Max be able to save the town under siege? Or will they become the town’s next victims?
My Review
This was a cute little adventurous story penned by a talented young lady with a vivid imagination. This story follows a brother and sister duo, Max and Ally, as they embark on a journey to, ultimately, save the world. It did read as if it was the sequel to another book for me, but I do believe children will enjoy this book and if she works hard to hone her craft, this young author has a promising career ahead of her.
As a caveat to parents, I want to share that this book did include lots of magical realism and may not be appropriate for younger children.
3.5 Stars
About Imari Douthit
Imari Douthit is a young author wanting to entertain others through her words. She is a creative writer with an exciting and adventurous imagination. Imari’s love for story telling prompted her to become a published author. She resides in Indianapolis, Indiana with her family.
Facebook: Imari Douthit
Twitter: @imaridouthit
Monday, March 16, 2015
#MarketingMonday - Marketing Links
For today's Marketing Monday, I'm sharing links to helpful and informative articles. Check them out!!
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Sunday, March 15, 2015
Monday, March 9, 2015
#MarketingMonday: A-Z Marketing Tips by Barbara Joe Williams
For this first installment of Marketing Monday, I'm sharing with you a gem of a book, a must-read for anyone who sells anything. Be sure to read the blurb and my review below, and then go get a copy!!
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Blurb:
A-Z Marketing Tips is packed with many marketing tips to help you motivate your marketing. You can take each letter and create a marketing plan that will take your book to the next level in promotion. Barbara shares what works and what doesn’t saving you the time, energy and money. If you buy one book on marketing this year, this is the book you should add to your library. Read it, make a plan, then execute your plan, and see how many new readers you add to your readership. LaShaunda C. Hoffman, Publisher, Shades Of Romance Magazine (SORMAG)
My Review:
Illuminating, well-organized, and very easy to read, A-Z Marketing Tips is a highly motivational, highly informative treasure trove of marketing tips. Barbara Joe Williams has generously compiled and shared information it would take one years to acquire. This is a must read for anyone in the business of selling. I HIGHLY recommend it!
5 Stars
Purchase Links:
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Love is Everything #Book Blast and #Giveaway!!
Author is giving away FOUR prizes. Two winners will received a signed copy of Love Is Everything and two winners will receive an Amazon gift card ($10 value)
ENTER CONTEST BELOW.
Book Title: Love Is Everything
Author: Elsie Hillman-Gordon
Genre: Fiction, Inspirational, Christian, Romance
Book Release Date: May 30, 2014
Paperback: 106 pages
ISBN-10: 1496112458
ISBN-13: 978-1496112453
Award-winning author Elsie Hillman-Gordon published her first fiction novella, Love Is Everything, in May 2014. Her book received the Gold/1st Place award for *Best Short Story* in the 2015 Feathered Quill Book Awards Program.
Elsie lives in Washington, DC with her husband. She holds a BA in English and executive graduate certificates in editorial practices and marketing. She has worked for several media organizations, including NPR. In her free time, she stays busy supporting community outreach projects sponsored through her sorority, church, and non-profit organizations.
Elsie’s passion is creative writing, but she also enjoys live theater, movies, reading, and long walks on autumn days. She believes in random acts of kindness and encouraging people to reach for their dreams.
Do you like to read inspirational fiction? Do you believe that people who have loved and lost can find true love again, that a hurting heart can heal, and that God’s love will see you through difficult times? If so, you’ll enjoy reading Love Is Everything.
It’s the story of thirty-five year old Vanessa Dennison—a woman struggling to find joy in life and doubting her faith in God after losing her parents in a tragic accident. But after reluctantly accepting a blind date with Elliott Reeves, a handsome widower with a strong faith and young daughter, she embraces anew her relationship with God and the power of love.
Sweet and emotional, this tale of rediscovering love, faith, and hope is sure to touch your heart. It’s a must read for anyone who’s ever loved and lost, especially those still reluctant to take a chance on love.
Contest Giveaway: Author is giving away FOUR prizes. Two winners will received a signed copy of Love Is Everything. Two winners will receive an Amazon gift card ($10 value each)
Enter to Win
Terms and Conditions: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. A winner will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This giveaway is sponsored by the author Elsie Hillman-Gordon and is hosted and managed by Paulette from Write Now Literary Book Tours. If you have any additional questions – feel free to send an email to Paulette @ pharperjohnson@gmail.com
Monday, March 2, 2015
New Release - Home!!!
It's here. Go get it!!
For ladies’ man Ivan Spencer, there really is no place like HOME.
A family emergency brings former rapper and current real estate mogul, Ivan Spencer, back to his long-abandoned hometown. While there, he must deal with his confused mother, his elderly, philandering father, his flaky sister, an unreliable aunt, and a face from the past who makes him question some of his earlier decisions. All he wants to do is to get things squared away and return to his life, but as it turns out, he must deal with his own issues first.
Purchase Links:
Sunday, March 1, 2015
#SampleSunday 2 - Home
Please enjoy this second sample from Home!! Release date: 3.2.15. Now available for pre-order. CLICK HERE for your copy!!
Excerpt:
I
sat there and tried not to let my eyes glaze over as another young, attractive,
African American female rattled off her qualifications to me in an effort to
convince me to hire her as my administrative assistant since, unfortunately,
I’d had to fire Alma. One night was all I was trying to give her. But after
that night, she started strutting around the office like she owned the place, typed
on the keypad of her cell phone more than she ever did the computer. I just
couldn’t afford to keep her, or her attitude, around after I told her we were
through.
So
there I sat, just three months after hiring her, seeking her replacement,
listening to Jazzmine, who was thicker than a six-pack of Snickers. As she
rambled on about her experience in Atlanta, I penciled an “x” beside her name.
She wouldn’t do at all. She was too fine. So were Kammera, LaShay, and
Amber—fine, finer, and finest. I had to find someone unattractive to hire if I
was going to keep any help around here.
I
stood and shook her hand once the interview was over, gave her the “I’ll be in
touch” lie, and settled back down in my executive chair. I loosened my tie and
released a long, belabored sigh. More interviews tomorrow. I was just about to
pray that a homely girl with impeccable organizational and typing skills would
show up at my door when my cell phone rang. I recognized the area code but not
the number. The call was coming from Arkansas.
My
whole body stiffened. The only time I got calls from Arkansas was when my
mother, who was suffering from advanced Alzheimer’s disease, happened to get ahold of the phone and hit the speed-dial for my number, and even then, she
swore I was my daddy, and those conversations were awkward to say the least. If
she wasn’t whispering sweet nothings to me, she was crying or cussing about
some woman she was sure I/my father was with. The only other time I got a call
was on my birthday, and that call came from my Aunt Erma. Well, it wasn’t my
birthday, so it was more than likely my mother who’d probably gotten her hands
on someone’s phone. And as much as I loved that woman (and I truly did) it was
almost too painful for me to speak to her, knowing she had no idea who I was.
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