Anna Kippling is Getting Revamped! Enter the Contest and Give Your Vote...

You might have noticed I haven't been posting much lately about anything concerning my books. Not on Facebook. Not on twitter. Not even on here. Yep, that's right. No promoting, no linking, no giveaways, no nothing.

So what have you been up to A.D.?

Well, It goes like this...

After finishing the fourth installment to my Anna Kippling Series (that in itself was a huge feat for me, she pats self on the back) I decided I just had to go back and revamp up the previous three books.  As an indie author, I have learned quite a bit since I entered the self-pub industry and have learned the hard way on how little I knew when I entered it. And sadly how much more I still need to learn.

The  #1 most important thing I have learned, for anyone to learn even,  is you want your work to be at it's absolute best or at least pretty darn close before you press the publish button. It isn't just about finishing the story, but of course that is something to feel proud about. It's quite an accomplishment to write and finish a book (now pat yourself on the back), but it doesn't end there. You then need to edit.

Edit, revamping, everything and anything to make that book of yours shine to a luster that would make any mom or pop proud. This after all is your baby.

And over the past two years this is just what I have done.

I've also had to build a tougher skin. No one likes negative reviews, but they are necessary (at least the legit ones).  This is how our readers give us feedback and our resource to improvement. So with a new layer of skin atop the other, I listened and...

worked harder,  worked a little harder, kept going,- I think I threw a tantrum here -   keep on still  and...

Yep, I'm still going.

So...

Back to the point. As I've established, there is always room for improvement.

I am very proud of this series and have a deep love for the characters within it (hey they're like family to me) and so it wouldn't be unfathomable to want their story to be at it's very best. So I've done one final revamp and then I shall lets it alone :0)

I did a while ago post a possible new cover for the series and am still on the fence about it.  I'm not sure if I should do a new cover or keep the current one.  This is where you come in.

As readers are just as important to authors as their characters. YOU, yes you, are very important to me and of course so is your opinion. So give me your opinion. Which cover do you think I should go with when I am put out my second edition (revamped) Anna Kippling Series?

Cover 1 or Cover 2?

Cover 1

Cover 2

How about a contest about it? Oooh, ooh, Yes! Of course yes!  "We's just loves a contest!"  So give your vote, cause it matters, and then enter the rafflecopter below for a chance to win all four books of this series.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

How awesome is that! If you haven't read my series, then this is great, now you get to without having to wait for the next book to come out! You get to keep going! If you have  already read the series (thank you by the way), that's OK too.  Now you get to read the revamped version without having to spend anymore money!  How great is that! Yay! Who doesn't like saving money?

 So the best of luck and please share  this awesome giveaway with your friends, acquaintances, everybody!

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The Chronicles of Fire & Ice...your next read this Holiday...

Need a read this holiday? I would like to introduce to you author L.L. Hunt and her book The Chronicles of Fire & Ice. 


Click on book cover to go to the Amazon Kindle stor and read the sneek peek!

Her book is also available in the B& N store and Kobo!

Is love stronger than race?

The world is changing as we know it, the human race is dwindling, but so are the angels. In order to preserve their bloodlines they have bred with humans, creating a new race called Nephilim. But there is one race that is more endangered than humans or Seraphim, Archangels.
As most people believe the Archangels have become extinct, rumours surface of a Legend; that a baby was born out of flame, the offspring of an archangel.

Dyston Blackbell is tasked to find and protect this child. He sends her strange dreams in hope that she will find him. When he discovers that she has enrolled at his family’s angel academy in Melbourne, he will do anything to protect Scarlett. But when he finds himself falling for her the Heavenly realm rejects him thus turning his wings black.

But 21-year-old Scarlett Porter realises that being half Archangel has some advantages. She has developed a unique trait, one that marks her as an Archangel. Will she keep it to herself or use it to fight back?

When an old enemy resurfaces, The Lucifites, Scarlett discovers that Dyston’s older brother Lakyn is at the helm of their sinister plans; to destroy the Nephilim race or use Scarlett for their own selfish purposes when they find out who she really is.

And when Lakyn discovers that Scarlett had only seduced him to rescue Dyston from his prison in the Realm of Light, it sends him on a journey of self-discovery and destruction. One that sees him venturing farther off course than his father would like. Will he choose a new life of love or his old life of darkness?

L.L. Hunter
I am an Australian author who started writing when I was fifteen or sixteen, originally song lyrics but then moved onto fanfiction when I was nineteen. Having published over 20 stories online, one of which was nominated for an award. I have also written, directed and starred in two original plays entitled "No Frills Airlines: Flight 123" and the sequel "No frills Airlines: Come Fly with Us" the latter of which was a musical.

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Here's what readers are saying:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fire and Ice meets Archangels!

 

The Chronicles of Fire and Ice is a book like no other. I have to say that I absolutely love this book and I can't wait for book two. The cover first off is so eye catching it grabs you and makes you want to read it right away. So I was so excited when I saw this book was going to be on a blog tour I had to sign up. I am so glad I did because when I started reading I was introduced to a new world and everyone who knows me knows I love angel stories and so when I started reading the blurb I was like oh man I am so gonna love this story and you know what I do because L.L. Hunter did such a superb job of describing this new world that the moment you start reading it you are captivated and can't put the book down!

Click the links below to connect with the author...
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Thanks for the drop by and Happy reading as well as a very Happy Holidays!

Author Emma Meade- The Awakening And Oher Stories

Thanks for  the drop by! I had the opprotunity to ask the lovely Emma Meade a few questions about herself and below are her answers. Read the blurb below about her book The Awakening & Other Stories and do click on the book to purchase yourself a copy!

The Awakening & Other Stories by Emma Meade

Put on the kettle, close the curtains and curl up by the fire. Dive into 8 short tales, each with a slice of the paranormal.

Ghost Story - Who is the shadow in the window of the abandoned house, and what or who is he waiting for?

The Awakening - It's time for Sabrina to wake up and face the light.

End of the Line - Cassie wants to die. When midnight rolls around, she stands on the tracks, waiting for the train to come.

Milsa Loris - The once, magnificent kingdom of Milsa Loris comes alive one night each winter. The King's witch is brewing up a little magic, sure to make the soup all the tastier.

The Old Vampire - Hailey spent her life dreaming of a dark prince falling in love with her. He never showed up, until now.

The Knocking - Alison's grandfather has one eye on the next life. After all, he's heard a lot of rapping at his door lately.

The Boy on the Beach -Kate's grandmother warns her about the boy with the green eyes. Will she pay heed?

Snowglobes- It's busy at Calvin's Cabins this Christmas. Eddie and Maggie are a young couple in trouble. Not to fear, Calvin is always ready to lend a hand.

Now onto the questions!

1. Where do you call home?
Cork, Ireland

2. What is the title of your most recent book?
The Awakening & Other Stories

3. What's your Genre?
Paranormal

4. Plans for a next book? Is this part of a Series?
I'm working on a vampire tale for adults called Night Whispers. It's a follow up to my short story collection, Night Sighs.

5. Are you a self published author (Indie) ?
I consider myself an indie author. I self-published Night Sighs & The Awakenings, but my YA novel, Under the Desert Moon was published with a small press.

6. Who's your favorite author?
Can't choose just one: I like Stephen King, Charlaine Harris, Marian Keyes, Maeve Binchy, Stephenie Meyer and L.J. Smith to name the first authors who come to mind.- I am a fan of L.J. Smith!
7. Your favorite book?
Again, too difficult to pick just one but Stephen King's The Stand would be in the top five.

8. What book are you currently reading?
The Willows Haven by Hope Collier

9. A book you would recommend?
Tegan's Blood by L.H. Cosway, an intriguing paranormal tale by a fellow, Irish writer.

10. How do you pick your books?
Browsing the shelves of bookstores, I go for eye catching covers and by authors I know. Online I find books on Twitter and blogs and scroll through Amazon for gorgeous book covers.

11. Advice for other authors?
Keep writing and spend less time on social networks.

12. Do you write under a pen name?
No.

13. Where do you write?
On my couch with my laptop and plenty of tea nearby.

14. What do you wear when you write?
Whatever I happen to have on at that moment in time.

15. Do you have a pet (s)?
2 stray cats: Fox and Puss.- Love the names :0)
16. Favorite food?
Chicken curry and rice.

17. If you were deserted on an island, who are 3 famous people you would want with you?
River Phoenix, Corey Feldman and Zooey Deschanel for the laughs. -I was in love with River!

18. Of your characters, which one would you say is most like you and why?
Possibly Erin from my YA novel, Under the Desert Moon. We're both introspective, stubborn and hated school.

19. What made you want to be a writer?
I have no idea where the drive to write came from.

20. Any weird talent?
Nothing comes to mind- hmm, I'm trying to think...

21. A favorite quote?
Seize the moment. Because tomorrow, you might be dead - Buffy

22. What is the one thing you never go without?
Barry's Tea

23. Your biggest influence?
Paranormal TV shows & books: Buffy, Point Horror.

24. Favorite TV show?
Buffy

25. A great blog you would like to recommend for others to discover?
Indie Writers Review run by Michelle Cornwell Jordan

Visit Emma's author page on Amazon and read her Bio.

Well there you have it, a little dive into the mind of author Emma Meade. Thanks for the drop by and thank you so much to author Emma Meade for allowing me to ask her these questions and it is a pleasure to spotlight her latest book! Remember click on the book cover above to go and purchase your copy, only $1.99!




P.S. Might want to keep more than one light on when you are reading this....

Forbidden Trilogy Omnibus Edition by Author Kimberly Kinrade- Get Your Copy Now!

For one week only, the award-winning Forbidden Mind will be on sale for 99cents to celebrate the launch of The Forbidden Trilogy Special Omnibus Edition by Kimberly Kinrade. Paranormal teens with unimaginable powers. A secret organization with deadly intentions. When Sam, a girl who reads minds, meets Drake, a boy who controls minds, they discover their lives aren't what they thought.

Together, they must escape their fate and free their friends, before they lose everyone they love.
The Forbidden Trilogy has received rave reviews from bloggers and fans, and Forbidden Mind has a 4.3 rating out of 106 reviews on Amazon!

"...a thrilling, dark and deeply romantic read that had me sitting on the edge of my seat and eagerly awaiting the next installment." - Refracted Light Young Adult Book Reviews

"The plot is very ALIAS and DARK ANGEL-like with X-MEN as its backdrop (awesome combo!). Forbidden Mind BLEW my mind!" ~Sour Skittles Book Blog

"Well written, unique plot filled with twists and turns, Kimberly pens "Forbidden Mind" with extremely strong characters. A totally fantastic book that is impossible to put down making you
want more and more." --My Cozy Book Corner

"Wow! Kimberly Kinrade blew me away with Forbidden Mind! It's depth was so intense...the story line so twisted...I could not put this book down!! It encompasses all the elements to make a great book. Originality, excitement, love and loss. Throw in a little paranormal action and a hint of dystopia and you've got yourself one hella've a ride!! Seriously, please read this book...you will not be disappointed! This is a wonderful start to an epic new YA series." -Nette's Bookshelf Reviews

The Forbidden Trilogy Special Omnibus Edition includes:
*Award-Winning Book #1 - Forbidden Mind
*Book #2 - Forbidden Fire
*Book #3 - Forbidden Life
*In-Depth Q&A with Author Kimberly Kinrade
*Extensive Bonus Content (Available ONLY in this Special Edition)

Get the whole trilogy, plus bonus content and save up to $5 off the trilogy... even if you already own Forbidden Mind you can still enjoy a savings on the last two books! This special edition gives
readers the best deal with the best content! Inside The Forbidden Trilogy 49% of Americans believe their government officials are honest. I don't know these officials, or their supporters, but I know their secrets, and 49% of Americans are wrong. My employers pay me well to be right, to know things others can't. But I don't know why they brought that boy in, strapped to a stretcher, barely conscious. He asked me for help when I could give none. I'm a wealthy spy, a talented artist, a martial arts black belt, and a prisoner. They tell me that on my eighteenth birthday, I will be released, free to go to the college of my dreams. It's my eighteenth birthday, and a man in black is at my door. I know
he's not here to free me. I know, because I can read minds. My name is Sam, and this is my story.

So begins the tale of Sam and Drake--from the time they link minds, forging a bond that leads to an unconventional romance-- to their fight for survival against the corrupt, twisted organization
known as 'Rent-A-Kid.'

Get your copy of The Forbidden Trilogy Special Omnibus Edition, Forbidden Mind, Forbidden Fire or Forbidden Life on Amazon. The first three books are also available on B&N (with The
Forbidden Trilogy soon to come.) To celebrate the launch and enjoy a week of giveaways, chats
with the author and more, join the Facebook Party at: TheForbidden Trilogy Launch Party.

From the author:
This series was based on a dream I had of a teenage girl named Sam who could read minds and was rented out by an organization called Rent-A-Kid. I thought it would be a short
story, so I penned it quickly before I planned on launching The Reluctant Familiar and The Chronicles of Corinne (Death by Destiny, Myths of Magic and Paths to Power). Boy was I wrong.
What started as a short story, ended as an entire trilogy. Not only that, but come 2013 I have two more potential trilogies to write based on the Forbidden world. This series explores the value of a human life and how we often see each other as tools to be used. There are ethical questions
raised as Sam and Drake struggle to understand their powers and each other. It's also a love story, albeit unconventional.

What is it about someone that causes us to follow in love with them? Do we have to be physically present with someone to know it's love? Sam and Drake explore the boundaries of love,
loss, pain and morality in this series. These are fast-paced books that are part paranormal/sci-fi, part
thriller and part romance. I look forward to hearing what you think about each book as you work your way through the series.

I'm especially excited to offer this omnibus edition that gives you all three books in one at a great discount, plus gives you extra surprise content. Thank you so much for taking an interested in
the Forbidden world that has commanded my time and attention for so long. May you root for Sam, Drake, Luke, Lucy and their friends as much as I did while writing them.

QUESTION:

If you could have any para-power, what would you choose?
I would love to have super strength. Some one cut you off in line to pick up your kid  at school, simply get out, pick up the car and move them :0) Te he...

About the author:

Kimberly Kinrade was born with ink in her veins and magic in her heart. She writes fantasy and paranormal stories for children, YA and adults and still believes in magic worlds.
She lives with her three little girls who think they're ninjaprincesses with super powers, her two dogs who think they're humans, her two cats who think they're gods (and they probably
are), and her husband, also known as the sexy Russian Prince, who is the love of her life and writing partner.

Find Kimberly Kinrade

Website     Twitter     Facebook     IPI Twitter     IPI Facebook   Three Lost Kids Website Daring Books Design & MarketingWebsite

 

 

Thanks for the drop by!

 

Guest Author Interview- Vanessa Morgan- Author of GPS With Benifits

Welcome and thanks for dropping by! I would like to introduce you to author Vanessa Morgan and tell you about her latest book GPS With Benifits- a short story that will make you laugh! This book is also going to be made into a short movie, how cool is that!!!  Stay tuned for my review... now onto the interview!




Click on the book to go to Amazon page.

 

 

 

About the book:

A womanizer purchases a new GPS device, but has no idea his buying one with a mind of ‘her’ own.

"GPS with Benefits is a hilarious tale about a man who is shocked to learn that his GPS system has a mind of its own when he test drives a new car. There are some funny moments in this story that will make it a delight to many readers, can't wait to see the short film. If you're looking for something new and different, this is it. "

 

1. Where do you call home?

 Belgium.

2. What is the title of your most recent book?

 GPS With Benefits.

3. What's your Genre?

Usually, it's supernatural suspense. Although GPS WITH BENEFITS can best be qualified as humor with a fantasy twist.

4. Plans for a next book? Is this part of a Series?

 I'm working on an illustrated novel combining ghosts and cats.

5. Are you a self published author (Indie) ?

 Both.

6. Who's your favorite author?

 Carol Drinkwater.

7. Your favorite book?

 "Elementary Particles" by Michel Houellebecq.

8. What book are you currently reading?

Ken Greenhall's "Childgrave". Ken Greenhall is the American pen name of British author Jessica Hamilton who is best known for her eighties books "Baxter", "Elizabeth" and "The Companion".

9. A book you would recommend?

Daph Nobody's "Blood Bar" and "L'enfant nucléaire", for their original subjects and because he's a good friend.

10. How do you pick your books?

 By author or by cover.

11. Advice for other authors?

 Be willing to learn. I once read that it takes about 1,000 hours to become competent at any skill, about 5,000 hours to master any skill and between 25,000 and 35,000 hours to become world class. Having a great mentor and being focused greatly speeds up this process. - I read that too Vanessa! This is great advice...
12. Do you write under a pen name?

 Yes. As I write in English, French and Dutch, I needed a name that was easy to pronounce in any of those languages and my real name - which is Dutch - is impossible to pronounce in EVERY language.

13. Where do you write?

 Mostly from the comfort of my own home, but I also write from cozy places such as bars, parks, airports and hotels.

14. What do you wear when you write?

 Dresses, because that's the only thing I wear.

15. Do you have a pet (s)?

 I have a Turkish Van cat named after the Mamoru Oshii film ‘Avalon’. He has had a special appearance in A GOOD MAN and also 'acts' in the movies that were based on my books.

16. Favorite food?

 Anything extremely spicy.

17. If you were deserted on an island, who are 3 famous people you would want with you?

 Can I exchange those 3 famous people for my boyfriend and my cat? -You sure can Vanessa, how sweet is that!
18. Of your characters, which one would you say is most like you and why?

 Originally, Céline from A GOOD MAN because of her independence and love of culture and languages. But now that I have fallen in love, I realize that I have a lot of Emma in me as well.

19. What made you want to be a writer?

Seeing Faulkner's "As I Lay Dying" on stage in London. I was in my early twenties back then. It took me a few years though to gain confidence and to start reacting upon that desire.

20. Any weird talent? I have a talent for scaring people.- Awesome!

21. A favorite quote?

 "Wish more. Dream bigger. Love louder.” - love that!

22. What is the one thing you never go without?

 My cat.

23. Your biggest influence?

 Movies.

24. Favorite TV show?

 I'm currently addicted to "Dexter" and “Carnivale”.

25. A great blog you would like to recommend for others to discover?

 The blog of illustrator Gilles Vranckx, http://gHYPERLINK "http://gillesvranckx.blogspot.com/"illesvranckx.blogspot.com .

 

About Vanessa Morgan:

 

Vanessa Morgan is known as the ‘female version of Stephen King’. Her screenplays, A GOOD MAN and GPS WITH BENEFITS, are currently being turned into movies. She is also the author of DROWNED SORROW and THE STRANGERS OUTSIDE. If she’s not working on her latest supernatural thriller, you can find her reading, watching horror movies, blogging, digging through flea markets or indulging in her unhealthy addiction to her cat. She writes in English, Dutch and French.

 

 

 
Sketch by Gilles Vranckx - isn't it lovely! Visit his blog today!
 

 Her book is also available in the Amazon UK store .

 

Places you can cyberstalk Vanessa Morgan

Official blog 
Amazon Author Page -Make sure to give her page your like!

Follow Vanessa on Twitter
Go to her Facebook   page
Follow her on Pinterest
 Add her book to your Goodreads to-read list and fan Vanessa! 

ATTENTION: Right now (11/9) Vanessa's book is FREE on Amazon, so hurry and get your copy!

Thanks for the drop by!

 

Guest post by Author Shari Guess- Once Upon a Baby- A tale of Adoption

Once Upon A Baby- Tale of Adoption Blog Tour Stop

 

Welcome and thank you for stopping by! I would like to introduce to you Author Shari Guess and  her wonderful book Once Upon a Baby: A tale of Adoption. Stay tuned for my review of her book, hop on over to my Book Review page. Read below to learn the story about adopting her special bundle of joy and the inspiration to her book...

 

A Baby On Short Notice

 

Thinking back over my adoption always has me remembering the roller-coaster of many different emotions surrounding the big event. There was the waiting and wondering about the usual things any expectant couple would think about: would it be a boy or a girl? Would the baby be happy or sad? Would the child grow up to love or despise us through no fault of our own? The leap into parenthood always brings so much excitement, and in my case, paranoia!

 

Then there are things that adoptive couples think about; When will we be chosen? What will we say to the birthmother? How do we discuss adoption with our family and with our child? What can we do to help them know they are loved? How will I bond with this child? What about those unplanned moments regarding a new little life?

 

To put it mildly, I am a planner. When we adopted I had changed 5 diapers in my life-and put 3 of them on backwards! I had no experience with children and here I was about to dive in head first. If that wasn’t enough, we received ‘the call’ on Wednesday, were meeting with our birth mother on Friday and bringing a soon-to-be-born child home on Wednesday!

 

There was no time to ‘know’ much of my birthmother, or her family, or really to even prepare! Thankfully, we had registered early on in the process, so we immediately went into ‘auto-pilot’, throwing essentials into our shopping cart when the glorious news came. Looking back, it was all somewhat of a dream! There were gifts and showers and vacation days and new things to learn-quickly! Most women have 9 months for this sort of thing….I had 8 days!

 

Is there anything I could tell hopeful adoptive parents who might find themselves in our situation one fine day? About the most I can muster is to hang on for the ride! It will be one of the wildest and most worthwhile journeys of your life. Sleep while you can and work on that bucket list while you wait. After that little bundle-of-joy comes into your life it will never be the same! It’s a great experience but you won’t sleep much and you really can’t plan for it. You find out very quickly that you must become super flexible and just have to take one day at a time! Before long you truly won’t remember what your life was like before children came into it and you will be joining the ranks of parents around the world that all look at each other, sometimes like deer –in-the-headlights, silently thinking ‘I know….’!

 

Click on the cover to go to the Amazon page and read the sneek peek & buy the book!

 



Shari is also doing a giveaway, winner to recieve a $25 Amazon gift card and a copy of Once Upon A Baby! Click HERE to go there and enter!

 

Thanks for the drop by!

 

Author Spotlight- Jason Felts, author of Daybreak, a Mystery Thriller in a Kindle Store near you!

 

I would like to introduce you to author Jason Felts, author of the book Daybreak, a murder mystery thriller avialable in paper back and in the Kindle Store. Jason kindly answered my interview questions and take a read into the mind of this murder mystery writer. It was great getting to know him and don't forget to hop on over to Amazon to sneak your peek inside his book!

Thank you Jason!

 

 

 

 

Jason's Bio:

Jason E. Felts was born in Carlisle Pennsylvania, but moved to the south with his parents and sister as a teenager. He currently lives in North Carolina with his wife and two children. He started writing in his spare time while he was on the road, driving a tractor trailer.
He is now a stay-at-home dad and is trying to make his stories available for everyone to enjoy.


1. Where do you call home?
 Hamlet, North Carolina, United States
2. What is the title of your most recent book?
 Daybreak
3. What's your Genre?
 Crime/Mystery/Suspense

4. Plans for a next book? Is this part of a Series?
 I have started working on another book, no title yet, but it's not a contuation of the first book.
5. Are you a self published author (Indie) ?
 Yes, I am.
6. Who's your favorite author?
 Current: James Patterson. Old: Mark Twain

7. Your favorite book?
 The Quickie
8. What book are you currently reading?
 Sempre by JM Darhower
9. A book you would recommend?
 The Quickie
10. How do you pick your books?
 Mostly by known author.

11. Advice for other authors?
 Promote, promote and then when you think you are done advertising, promote some more...
12. Do you write under a pen name?
 No, I use my birth name, Jason E. Felts
13. Where do you write?
 At my computer mostly, however, I do usually carry a small pocket-sized notebook with me, just incase something pops into my head.

14. What do you wear when you write?
 Usually whatever I have on, sometimes nothing.
15. Do you have a pet (s)?
 No.
16. Favorite food?
 Philly cheesesteak. Having growed up in Pennsylvania, I sure miss the "real" ones.- Yummy!

17. If you were deserted on an island, who are 3 famous people you would want with you?
 Mark Twain, for his wisdom. Ernest Hemingway, because I know he would have a bottle of whiskey. Lastly, Salma Hayek, because, well, being with the other two guys, my chances just got better.

18. Of your characters, which one would you say is most like you and why?
 I realized, that there is a little of my own personality in the three characters that carry the last name "Stone".
19. What made you want to be a writer?
 Well, I have read a lot of good books, although none of the stories happened the way I wanted them to. So, I wrote my own.
20. Any weird talent?
 I can wiggle my nostrils. -Cool!
21. A favorite quote?
"Let us so live that when we come to die even the undertaker will be sorry." -Mark Twain Also, "I'd rather be judged by twelve, then carried by six."-Unknown

22. What is the one thing you never go without?
 My wife. -AWWW!
23. Your biggest influence?
 I would have to say, my children. --A bigger AWWWW!
24. Favorite TV show?
 It would have to be a three-way tie. NCIS, Big Bang Theory and Final Witness. -I love the Big Bang Theory aka the nerds!
25. A great blog you would like to recommend for others to discover?
I am just starting to get into the whole blogging thing, so at this moment, I really don't have a favorite.

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Thanks again Jason for your paricipation and thanks all for the drop by!


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Strangers in the Gale-A Science Fiction Novel by Author Author Joseph Occchipinti- Author Spotlight

 

 

Book Description:

An unconscious girl found on a clump of floating kelp radically complicates Bernardo’s life. By all accounts, Ondas is supposed to be uninhabited. Why is the League government hiding the existence of the seafarers? In his quest for answers, the young biologist becomes entangled in a broader conflict that is about to take a recently colonized world to war. Bernardo is swept into a secret world of rebellion and espionage, and uncovers a genocidal policy by his government directed against the child’s aboriginal culture. On this water world fraught with ubiquitous storms, Bernardo, a few of his colleagues, two enslaved technicians, and an enigmatic mystic fight for the girl’s survival and that of her people, discovering a long-forgotten truth that will shake the foundations of worlds.

 

 

About the author:

 

Joe lives in a small town in Pennsylvania with his wife, Laurie, and son, Paul. As a geographer he teaches as adjunct faculty, and he also co-owns a small, independent used book store and gift shop. Joe has traveled extensively in the U.S. and abroad, and has lived in Italy, Canada and Argentina. He is an avid hiker and nature lover, enjoys the practice of martial arts, and occasionally loves to get his hands dirty behind a potter's wheel, in a woodshop, or some other interesting manual endeavor.

 

Joesph kindly answered a few questions for me so that I could spotlight him on my blog. It was great getting to know him and about his book. Click the book cover above to go to the Amazon page. Joesph's book is available in both Kindle ebook and paper back.

Now onto my questions!

 

1. Where do you call home?

-- Clarion, Pennsylvania

2. What is the title of your most recent book?

-- Strangers in the Gale

3. What's your Genre?

-- Science Fiction

 

4. Plans for a next book? Is this part of a Series?

 -- Yes, Strangers in the Gale is part of a trilogy called Children of the Three Suns.  The second book is currently being edited and will be out this fall.--How exciting!

5. Are you a self published author (Indie) ?

 -- Yes

6. Who's your favorite author?

 -- Hard call, but I would have to say Ursula K. Le Guin because she is not only a great storyteller but also a cares so much for humanity.

 

7. Your favorite book?

 -- Another hard call, The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell

8. What book are you currently reading?

 -- Reamde by Neil Stephenson

9. A book you would recommend?

-- The Terror by Dan Simmons.  It's a great thriller set in a fantastic glacial landscape.

 

10. How do you pick your books?

-- Mostly from recommendations by friends and family.

11. Advice for other authors?

-- Be true to yourself, don't get swept away by the rush to publish and promote your book.

12. Do you write under a pen name?

-- I don't have a pen name.

13. Where do you write?

-- Sitting on an easy chair with my laptop and a cup of coffee, somewhere within view of the outdoors.

 

14. What do you wear when you write?

-- Something comfortable and cozy.

15. Do you have a pet (s)?

-- I have a beagle named Pippin, and two cats, Momo and Chipmunk.- Awww...love the names!

16. Favorite food?

-- I guess sushi -Yum!

17. If you were deserted on an island, who are 3 famous people you would want with you?

-- My wife Laurie, my son Paul and Survivorman. -Love it!

18. Of your characters, which one would you say is most like you and why?
-- Aicobo, a cleric who sometimes questions the theological underpinnings of his order, but always tries to do the right thing.  He is somewhat like me, but I laugh and joke more, and don't take things quite as seriously.  Still, he is like me because of his ethical stance in life and his compassion for others.

 

19. What made you want to be a writer?

-- Seeing the emotional impact of my writing on others.  Realizing I can reach people with my writing.  The amazing pleasure of creating a story and all of its characters.

20. Any weird talent?

-- writing... just kidding.  I can juggle and skip over rocks very adeptly.

21. A favorite quote?

-- "Don't sweat the smalls stuff... It's all small stuff."  Richard Carson.

22. What is the one thing you never go without?

-- respect for others -You are so awesome Joe!

23. Your biggest influence?

-- It's gotta be Laurie, I've been blessed to have her in my life for 27 years.

24. Favorite TV show?

-- Okay, I'm gonna say it... The star treck series of shows.  They are like comfort food for me.

25. A great blog you would like to recommend for others to discover?

-- to be honest I'm fairly new to blogging and I haven't had a chance to sort that out.  I've been happily surprised at how many good blogs show tremendous creativity and talent.

 

 

If you would like to connect with the author, here are his links:

 

Amazon author central page

Joe's Blog -Children of the three sons

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Give Joe's Facebook page your like!

Follow Joe on Twitter!

 

 

Thanks again Joesph for allowing me to spotlight you on my blog! Thanks all for the drop by and Happy Reading!

P.S. Don't forget to leave your author a review, they really appreciate them!!

 

Author Spotlight- Author Neesha Hosein of I of the Storm

The lovely author Neesha Hosein has allowed me to spotlight her on my humble little blog in this vast webverse and I just enjoyed getting to know about her! Don't forget to click her links below to connect with Neesha on Twitter & Facebook, also check out her book and blog!

Isn't she lovely!!!

1. Where do you call home?
Houston, TX
2. What is the title of your most recent book?
I of the Storm

Book Blurb:

Being struck by lightning as a child sets Kira on a path to realization. Her life becomes a riveting series of events, and her guiding light is the supernatural. Her adventurous visions lead her through some spine-tingling discoveries about her husband, the man whose rigorous rules she obediently follows in a life filled with both tribulation and triumph.

3. What's your Genre?
Adult/fiction, suspense, thriller, with a dash of supernatural and a healthy dose of mystery and crime all in one.

4. Plans for a next book? Is this part of a Series?
At first, I wasnt sure, but when I saw an amazing photo on National Geographics Facebook page, it inspired me to go for book two! It was perfect for the next book cover. And better yet, I too a wild chance and emailed the photographer about using the photo and asked the cost, and he gave me permission at no charge. So that makes me believe book two is meant to be. Its in the works.
5. Are you a self-published author (Indie) ?
Yes, and proudly so. Even my book cover is a photo I took from an airplane. Im a huge fan of do-it-yourself projects, major to minor. And I made my own book trailer, too. Here it is on Youtube 

6. Who's your favorite author?
I try not to have a favorite because there are just way too many great ones out there. I enjoy the works of Stephen King, J.K. Rowling, Michael Connelly, Judy Blume, Charlotte Bronte, Khaled Hosseini and lots more.
7. Your favorite book?
Again, I feel bad to just pick one. I love The Kite Runner, A Secret Life of Bees, all seven Harry Potter books (which I read twice), A Thousand Splendid Suns, The Outsiders, A Time to Kill, To Kill a Mockingbird, Chasing the Dime, Jane Eyre, and countless more.

8. What book are you currently reading?
Next in line is the second book in The Hunger Games trilogy, Catching Fire. And I always try to read at least two indie books per month. I just finished Fairy Metal Thunder, by J.L. Bryan, which was very good.

9. A book you would recommend?
The Hunger Games
10. How do you pick your books?
All I need to know is the title, genre and a very, very brief synopsis, like one sentence. Like Its a book about a zombie apocalypse and has a mediocre romance. I like to find out the rest myself.
11. Advice for other authors?
Promote, promote, promote. Even when it seems futile, keep on going. Never stop trying and never ever stop writing.

12. Do you write under a pen name?
Nope, Im always Neesha Hosein.
13. Where do you write?
On my bed, surrounded by soft snuggly pillows, a/c on 68F and under my pink fuzzy blanket. Ambiance is everything to me. Although! If a bright idea hits me, I pull out my trusty brain book (if I dont have my laptop) and purple pen and start scribbling until Ive purged all ideas that wanted to be written.

14. What do you wear when you write?
Preferably, PJs.  Im a journalist, professional writer/editor by day, so at my job, its not possible to get THAT comfy when I write.
15. Do you have a pet (s)?
No, but I did keep my Pound Puppy stuffed toy I got for my 11th birthday. Hes the perfect pet for me. Quiet, loves to cuddle, doesnt require food and doesnt poop.
16. Favorite food?
Margherita pizza or chicken fajitas. I could eat either of those every day.

17. If you were deserted on an island, who are 3 famous people you would want with you?
Maxwell so he could sing to me. Bill Hader of SNL to make me laugh. And J.K. Rowling so we could talk about Harry Potter all day.
18. Of your characters, which one would you say is most like you and why?
The main character, protagonist  Kira. She was born of me, my life experiences and things Ive seen and heard, many of which are embellished in the book to create the graphic scenes.

19. What made you want to be a writer?
My mom taught me how to read before age 5, so my love for words grew from then into a lifelong passion. It wasnt enough just to read. I had stories brewing in my mind, and writing felt like second nature. I wrote my first short story at age 11.
20. Any weird talent?
People always seem amazed when they find out Im ambidextrous. I can write with both hands, and I have three different handwritings (2 on the right, 1 on the left). And I can do most things with both hands, like put on make-up, brush my teeth, shoot a basketball, etc. - that is too awesome!

21. A favorite quote?
I intend to live forever or die trying. (Groucho Marx)
22. What is the one thing you never go without?
Chocolate.
23. Your biggest influence?
Motherhood. I had my oldest at 18, so he taught me responsibility, patience and how to be selfless. My youngest has autism, which has been one of my lifes greatest challenges. I have a blog series called Autism vs. Neesha where I discuss all the terrifying, funny, quirky and sometimes sad things I go through with my kiddo. (www.Novellarella.blogspot.com )

24. Favorite TV show?
Impossible to pick only one. Im hooked on Law & Order: SVU, Saturday Night Live, and The Golden Girls from the 80s. Give it a chance. Its HILARIOUS!
25. A great blog you would like to recommend for others to discover?
Aside from mine? *wink* I really enjoy reading - http://15minutelunch.blogspot.com/ It is so fun


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Thanks for dropping by and thanks again Neesha!


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Grimsley Hollow Series by: Nicole Storey - Awarness of Autism and a great story to boot!

I came across Nicole's book via one of Ritesh Kala's tweets on Twitter. I clicked on it and went to his blog: Ritesh Kala's Book Reviews. There I learned more about this wonderful author, her inspiring son and the heartache that comes to kids with autism. Bullying is never warranted and for the disabled children of America, bullying sometimes plays a heavy part in their lives.

 I then read about this wonderful mother, Nicole Storey and how she came up with a way to give us readers an awareness of Autism and to realize that having Autism doesn't mean your stupid. As her character Gage (using her son as her muse) discovers the world of Grimsley Hollow and the friends he makes along is first adventure, Nicole brings the spirit of her own son out in the character, giving you the reader a peek into the mind of an autistic boy.

I then went to Amazon and looked up Nicole's book and took a look inside (wonderful feature). Right from the start, you are drawn into the story and with the many raving reviews that go along with it, I was convinced this was a book worth purchasing. At a mere $2.99, it is well worth the price.  I now have  The chosen one of The Grimsley Hollow Series in my Kindle library and look foward to reading the rest of it.

Click on this link to get to know the author in this wonderful interview at Kitesh's site - http://riteshkala.wordpress.com/2012/02/28/nicoles-books-an-introduction-to-the-grimsley-hollow-series/

and click this link to go to Amazon.com and purchase your own copy of this wonderful book - http://www.amazon.com/Chosen-One-Grimsley-Hollow-ebook/dp/B005J4ZA2A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1330538159&sr=8-1#_

Thankyou Nicole Storey for your inspirational story and wonderful heart.

A.D.

Happy Reading!



I am still one of the many who know just a smidge of what comes with autism, but know alot about bullying and the cruelty of children. What a wondeful idea and a wonderful