Monday, December 31, 2018

Destiny Has Been Re-Released in eBook and Print Formats


My debut novel, Destiny, has been re-released with a new cover designed by New Age Mama contributor Anne Hoelz as well as an interior overhaul with the help of my editor, Sheryl Policar. Grab your copy on Amazon!


Gabriella is a witch. The problem is, she doesn't remember. She repressed the memories of her powers years ago when her mother was murdered. Now, the warlock who was responsible for her mother's death has set his sights on Gabriella. He is determined to use her fear to turn her to the dark side of magick…even if it kills her. Her mother's spirit is reaching out to warn her, but even that she pushes away. Desperate to save her daughter, the spirit finds a male witch–one that just happens to be in love with Gabriella. Darron is more than willing to help but the two young witches will have way more to battle than just an evil warlock. There are overbearing jocks and petty rich girls who get tempers flaring and often set Gabrielle and Darron at odds.

There is more to the story than Gabrielle and Darron could even imagine. There are terrible secrets to be revealed, battles to be waged, and lives will be lost. Only after Gabrielle and Darron both come to terms with who they really are and open themselves up to the true meaning of magick, can they have any hope of fulfilling their destiny.


Sunday, December 30, 2018

Exploring Me (Lightworker Series Book 2) by Jamie White



Months after learning the truth about herself, and being betrayed by someone she trusted, Courtney Thompson is a changed person. Nearly crippled by anxiety and bitterness, she struggles to adjust to college life. She is ashamed of the person she’s become, and tries to hide it from her boyfriend, Sam. 

To deal, she loses herself in the one thing that can make her forget it all: acting. While preparing for an upcoming production, the male lead asks her to help him run lines. Although thrilled with the chance to get onstage in some way, his presence unnerves her. There’s something about him that draws her attention and confuses her. 

Now struggling with guilt over her potential attraction to him, this stranger leads Courtney to confront the past she once wanted a connection to, but she’s now running from. What happens next will change everything.


My Thoughts


In Exploring Me, Book 2 of the Lightworker Series, Courtney Thompson is trying to move on with her life after discovering she was adopted and that her biological parents had a rather unconventional history.  Thinking she killed her cousin in self-defense, she distances herself from her adoptive family. Instead, she explores the world her real parents came from with less than stellar results. Even worse, it turns out her enemy isn't dead after all, and they are using someone else Courtney loves as leverage to get to her. This second book leaves you hanging with Courtney on the verge of a psychic break after going through horrors no young girl should have to experience.

The second book is the Lightworker Series is just as enthralling as the first. It delves deeper into the secrets of Courtney's past and brings to light horrible truths that will push her to the edge.  I'm ready to dive into Book 3, Rebuilding Me. I am cheering Courtney on as she discovers into the unknown world of the paranormal and tries to find her place in it.

Saturday, December 29, 2018

Nine Lives by Laura DeLuca #Free on Amazon


Johnny might be a nerdy gamer, but not even death can stop him from protecting his kid sister. He’ll do whatever it takes to keep her safe—even if he has to do it in the form of a mangy Tom cat.

This short story also includes a sneak peek at Laura DeLuca's full length novel, The Forgotten Pharaoh.

Monday, December 24, 2018

In Perfect Harmony Soundtrack - Jersey Girls Book 2


Book two of the Jersey Girls series is about finding that perfect harmony, so music is a huge part of the story. Our hero is a musician so he’ll be singing a few covers and even writes a parody of Escape for Erin. So without further ado, here are the songs that helped this book find its rhythm.

1)      Everything Has Changed -  Taylor Swift
2)      Under the Boardwalk – John Mellencamp
3)      Bubbly – Colbie Caillat
4)      American Pie – Don McLean
5)      Red, Red Wine – UB40
6)      If You’re Not the One – Daniel Bedingford
7)      Escape (The Pina Colada Song) -  Rupert Holmes
8) Me and My Broken Heart - Rixton


Here is a little more about this title:

Erin Conway swore off men completely after her last boyfriend left her to raise a child alone.

Ravi Dawes is a musician running from the grief that nearly destroyed him.

When the two meet on an internet dating site, sparks fly and they both believe they've found the perfect match. Unfortunately, Erin’s influential family doesn’t approve of Ravi or his career. And Ravi knows his shady past could destroy their relationship before it begins.

Can two people whose lives are marred by sorrow and regret find healing in each other’s arms? Or will the past sour their perfect harmony?

Thursday, December 20, 2018

Get the Dark Musicals Box Set #Free


This set includes all three novels in the Dark Musicals Trilogy, plus the special holiday novella.

Phantom
The “Phantom” was a musical phenomenon that Rebecca had always found enchanting. She had no idea that her life was about to mirror the play that was her obsession. When her high school drama club chooses “Phantom” as their annual production, Rebecca finds herself in the middle of an unlikely love triangle and the target of a sadistic stalker who uses the lines from the play as their calling card. 

Demon
When Justyn and Rebecca set off for the New York School of Performing Arts, they think their dreams are about to come true. To their dismay, they aren’t in high school anymore, and the competition is steep. Rebecca must compete against accomplished singers for a role in the production of Demon Barber, including a stunning Gothic diva with her sights set on Justyn.

Hyde
Rebecca Hope has looked death in the face twice and lived to tell her tale.

She and the love of her life, Justyn Patko, land a summer internship at a local dinner theater, performing the musical Hyde. While they are excited about their first paid acting gig, they soon find themselves surrounded by more experienced cast mates, jealous of their success. As if the tension isn’t bad enough, they soon discover that the business might be a front for something much more sinister.

Scrooged
Stan Hope never cared much for his son-in-law—Justin Patko. 

His black clothes and body piercings were bad enough, but the ridiculous notion of dragging Rebecca off to Broadway with a new baby on the way pushes Stan over the edge. How much can a father take? 

After losing his cool at a holiday party, Stan gets a visit from three unexpected spirits. Can they help to change his close-minded ways? 

Scroll up and get hooked on The Dark Musicals today.





Once you catch up on the series, be sure to check out the Illusion: Dark Musicals, The Second Act: Book 1

Rebecca Hope-Patko and her husband, Lord Justyn, are living their dream. After a successful stint on Broadway, the super couple are heading Down Under for a special showing of Phantom Returns, where their son Erik will join them for his professional debut. 

As soon as their plane touches down, they discover that a serial killer is stalking Melbourne. At the theater, a strange series of accidents leaves Rebecca fearing for the safety of her family. Rebecca struggles to unravel the mystery while coping with insecurities about her career which cause tension between her and Justyn.

It’s clear a very real Phantom is lurking among them, but Rebecca is no kid anymore. She’s tired of the villain getting the upper hand. This time, Rebecca is setting the trap. This opera diva will put her life and her marriage on the line to shatter the illusions surrounding Queen’s Theater and stop the serial killer before they can strike again.


Sunday, December 16, 2018

The Forgotten Pharaoh #Free on Amazon


Over four thousand years ago, the great Pharaoh Djedefre was cursed for murdering his brother. Centuries later, a team of archaeologists sets out to prove his innocence. Julie Gerber isn't thrilled to be pulled out of school her senior year to follow her parents halfway around the world, but the cute Brit and the sexy young patron of the project make things more exciting ... maybe too exciting.

As the team digs deeper into the mystery, they unearth something they never expected. Animals and people are drained of blood and some simply vanish. Julie knows there's something sinister going on at the excavation site, but with a documentary on the line that could make or break her parents' career, they refuse to walk away. Now the team must find both the ancient murderer and the monster that's hunting them down. With the bodies piling up, only one thing is certain—some secrets are meant to stay buried.


Friday, December 14, 2018

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Tuesday, December 11, 2018

Wicked Origins by Paula Black

Wicked Origins by Paula Black I have no idea what’s happening to me. When a tornado dropped my car in a land of short, wild people, I was shocked. With no way to get home, no idea where I was and no clue how to communicate with the muchkins, I was completely out of luck. Then I found out that my car had landed on someone and killed them. Supposedly she was the Wicked Witch of the East. If that wasn’t bad enough, now her ruby slippers magically appear on my feet, and slowly, I’m becoming her. Now I need to get to Emerald City and see the Wizard if I want to stop the transformation and return home. But the yellow brick road is no cake-walk, and I don’t know what I’ll find at the end of this journey. Luckily, I have three brothers I meet along the way to help me on my journey. Each of them is vying for my affection, as if it doesn’t matter that my skin is turning green. Wicked Origins is a modern YA Reverse-Harem Fantasy Retelling of L. Frank Baum’s original Oz tales. Buy on Amazon Available in Kindle Unlimited   





Paula Black is a USA Today Bestselling Author who wears many hats - and none of them is a night cap. Running on tea, Kpop, and sheer adrenaline, she battles monsters and witches with little to no sleep. She is the sleepy panda who loves to cuddle with boys, dogs, cats, and other pets. If you want to know her other identities or when she will release the next book in series, subscribe to her mailing list: http://subscribepage.com/paulablack

Monday, December 10, 2018

Get Thunderstruck #Free on Amazon



Taranis, the Celtic god of Thunder, has spent an eternity longing for the touch of a single mortal woman. He has followed her through incarnations, but always his powers were too much for her to bear.

Tara is a deaf woman, struggling to fit in the hearing world. She hides a gentle heart behind a tough exterior. Will she let down her defenses when a handsome mute tries to win her heart?

And even if she does, can Taranis’ love come without a death sentence?

Saturday, December 8, 2018

Learning Me (Lightworker Series Book 1) by Jamie White


Courtney dreams of being a professional actress one day, but her parents have always been against it. Their disapproval and disinterest in what she loves most has always been a source of resentment, but she refuses to give up on her dream despite their feelings about it. 

When she’s given the chance to audition for an indie film, Courtney’s thrilled but wary of her parents’ reaction to her news. They, predictably, forbid her to do it, and force her to choose between following her dream and keeping the peace at home. 


Her decision stirs long-repressed memories of her childhood that lead her on a search to get to the heart of their objections to her acting dream. No longer satisfied with the explanations they’d given long ago, Courtney begins a search for answers. 

Courtney’s search for the truth leads her in a direction she’d never imagined. One that will make her question everything, and everyone, she knew. Even herself.



My Thoughts

Courtney has been dealing with overprotective parents most of her life. They wouldn't let her be featured in the local paper when she won a spelling bee, and they hate her goal of becoming an actress. While they let her join the drama club, they draw the line at trying out for a film. Frustrated, Courtney sets out to find out why her parents won't encourage her dreams. After exploring the dusty attic, she thinks she might have discovered the truth, but there's way more to this mystery than she ever imagined. She finds herself on a the beginning of a journey that will lead to self-discovery and a hint of the paranormal

This first book int he Lightworker Series will have you glued to your seat from beginning to end. The author unwinds a stunning mystery. Just when you think you have it figured out, there is a curve ball that will leave you even more surprised. The book ends in a cliffhanger, but don't worry, because book 2, Exploring Me is available now. 

Sunday, December 2, 2018

Get Demon, Dark Musicals Book 2 #Free on Amazon



When Justyn and Rebecca set off for the New York School of Performing Arts, they think their dreams are about to come true. To their dismay, they aren't in high school anymore, and the competition is steep. Rebecca must compete against accomplished singers for a role in the production of Demon Barber, including a stunning Gothic diva with her sights set on Justyn. It doesn't help that things keep disappearing from their apartment or that Rebecca's father refuses to accept that Justyn is an essential part of her life. Yet, all this seems minimal in comparison to the serial rapist terrorizing the campus. Consumed by fear and obsessed with revenge, Rebecca and Justyn start living the story of Sweeney Todd-both on and off the stage.




Once you get caught up on the series, be sure to read the newest installation of the Dark Musical series, Illusion. 





Rebecca Hope-Patko and her husband, Lord Justyn, are living their dream. After a successful stint on Broadway, the super couple are heading down under for a special showing of Phantom Returns, where their son Erik will join them for his professional debut.

As soon as their plane touches down, they discover that a serial killer is stalking Melbourne. At the theater, a strange series of accidents leaves Rebecca fearing for the safety of her family. Rebecca struggles to unravel the mystery while coping with insecurities about her career which cause tension between her and Justyn.

It’s clear a very real Phantom is lurking among them, but Rebecca is no kid anymore. She’s tired of the villain getting the upper hand. This time, Rebecca is setting the trap. This opera diva will put her life and her marriage on the line to shatter the illusions surrounding Queen’s Theater, and stop the serial killer before they can strike again.

Thursday, November 29, 2018

$.99 Death and Damages: A Limited Edition Mystery and Thriller Boxed Set Book Blast

Danger lurks around every corner as these courageous cops, adventurous agents, and daring detectives hunt for the answers to stop the crimes by vicious killers. But what if the damage is already done? Inside these pages, you’ll find 25 adventures full of captivating conundrums, hair-raising homicides, and suspenseful secrets from today’s USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling and award-winning authors. Become a private investigator yourself when you inspect plots of deadly assassins, cold-blooded killers, and bone-chilling suspense inside the pages of DEATH AND DAMAGES, an enthralling mystery and thriller boxed set. Fans of Lee Child, James Patterson, Gillian Flynn, Paula Hawkins, and Grisham will devour these puzzling, mysteries and gripping thrillers.

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Wednesday, November 28, 2018

The Purple Haze Book Blast #Giveaway


The Purple Haze (The Western Lands and All That Really Matters Book 1) Being a princess is hard. Especially when you're just a little OCD. And your twin goes missing. Sure, Princess Eloise is Future Ruler and Heir to the Western Lands and All That Really Matters. And yes, her life is structured by Protocol and full of little "habits" that help her get through the day. But none of that matters when her twin sister disappears. Eloise has to suck it up to try and get her back. She sets out with her champion (a nervous, yammering chipmunk), her guard (the human incarnation of rectitude), and two horses (one an equine perfection, the other on a vow of silence). Like a kind of fantasy-world Gilligan's Island meets Discworld, a quick little two-day jaunt turns into traipsing across realms. sniffing out a trail that is getting colder by the minute. The Purple Haze is a humorous novel set in a world of weak magic, talking animals, and wäÿ töö mänÿ ümläüts. If you like quirky, clever characters, lively dialog, and fun, ripping yarns, then you'll love this


fabulous debut novel from Andrew Einspruch. Get The Purple Haze today and dive into the freshest fantasy series in years. ON Sale for $.99  
The Star of Whatever (The Western Lands and All That Really Matters Book 2)
The slightly OCD princess was doing just fine, thanks. Then she got thrown to her death. That might have put a crimp in things. Princess Eloise, Future Ruler and Heir to the Western Lands and All That Really Matters, swallowed back her "habits" and went after her missing twin sister. She found her. Awesome! And then they both got chucked into the mysterious, magical, deadly Purple Haze. Less awesome! While her champion (a nervous, yammering chipmunk) and her guard (the human incarnation of rectitude) rot in prison and her two horses desperately try to find some way to help, Eloise and her sister go deeper into the Purple Haze to discover the source of the inner tug they both feel. The Star of Whatever (book two of The Western Lands and All That Really Matters series) is a humorous, Discworld-ish novel set in a world of weak magic, talking animals, and wäÿ töö mänÿ ümläüts. If you like quirky, clever characters, lively dialog, and fun, ripping yarns, then you'll love this fabulous second novel from Andrew Einspruch. Get The Star of Whatever today, and dive into the freshest fantasy series in years. Get this new release on Amazon also available in Kindle Unlimited
Andrew Einspruch is the author of the humorous YA fantasy series The Western Lands and All That Really Matters. He's also had more than 120 children's books published, both fiction and non-fiction, that have sold around the world. Starting with the four-book "Dunkin' Dazza" series in the 1990s, Andrew's work has covered everything from basketball to DNA, biographies to histories to mysteries, outback heroes to Christmas Island red crabs, and from how the rides work at amusement parks to how the Australian Government works (perhaps the greatest mystery of all). Andrew is the co-founder of the not-for-profit charity the Deep Peace Trust, which fosters deep peace for all species. Based in rural New South Wales, Andrew, Billie and their adult daughter Tamsin run the Trust's A Place of Peace, one of Australia's largest farm animal sanctuaries. The cows, sheep, horses, goats, dogs, cats, and geese, as well as local wildlife including kangaroos, wombats, and cockatoos, are a constant source of inspiration. If you ask, he'll deny he ever programmed in COBOL for a bank. Enter to win a set of The Western Lands and All That Really Matters Series in print. A great gift for any child in your life. Fill out the form to enter

Monday, November 26, 2018

Reign Drops Book Blast and Kindle #Giveaway

A simple Mayan girl. A powerful spirit. A bloodthirsty monster. All leading to a desperate quest. When the Mayan calendar ended some people scoffed while others joked and a few waited for the end of the world. After living half her life apart from her native people, Dalia no longer believes in the supernatural and monstrous things that the final cycle predicted. But unbelief is not protection. Going home draws her into a fight against mythical creatures, limitless power and a battle for humanity's survival. Can Dalia balance an outsider's knowledge and tribal wisdom to give the world a fighting chance? Or will she choose to stay blind and let the world collapse around her? Reign Drops the running start to launch The Bloodborne Series, a saga of urban fantasy novels. If you like tenacious heroines, Mayan legends, and new twists on magical beasts, then get this book today!   Buy on Amazon / iTunes/ Kobo

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Sunday, November 25, 2018

Get Scrooged #Free Just in Time for #Christmas and #Yule


Stan Hope never cared much for his son-in-law—Justin Patko.

His black clothes and body piercings were bad enough, but the ridiculous notion of dragging Rebecca off to Broadway with a new baby on the way pushes Stan over the edge. How much can a father take?

After losing his cool at a holiday party, Stan gets a visit from three unexpected spirits. Can they help to change his close-minded ways?




***Spoiler Alert! Don't read this before reading the first three books in the series. It will give away all the endings!**





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Friday, November 2, 2018

Spotlight and Giveaway The Werewolf on Lowre Few Lane by Bryce Bentley-Tales


In their hometown in Ireland, thirteen-year-old Colton and his best friend Jade spend their free time investigating a local urban legend about an old abandoned house which seems to be genuinely haunted. At the same time, Colton has developed a crush on American foreign exchange student, Dylan, who is visiting his aunt. Turns out, Dylan isn’t your average American kid--he's a werewolf. When Dylan's aunt disappears through a portal inside the house Colton and Jade have been investigating, the three of them set out to save her from the magical realm on the other side of the doorway.

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“I have loved haunted houses for as long as I can remember,” recounts Bentley-Tales. “When I was kid I was hooked on the Scooby crew who were always going into haunted castles, houses, amusement parks, museums. Heck, you name it, it was haunted!” These sweet-scary childhood memories fueled Bentley-Tales’ storytelling in this book, his first YA horror story. And certainly, developing the story through the eyes of a young gay boy allowed the author to offer a special, inclusive point of view. And while masterfully creating tension and fear through the dark fantasy conflict, the navigation of young love is another great strength Bentley-Tales displays. “There’s a part in the story where Erin wants to make Colton jealous by telling him how much attention Dylan is giving her. I get a good chuckle when I re-read it, as it’s such a typical young love triangle!”
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Wednesday, October 31, 2018

The Slasher Experience II by C.P. Bialois


Survival often comes down to those who are willing to do what is necessary to win.

It’s a simple concept, but one most never have to experience.

Few survived the Slasher House Massacre, and as their ordeal closes, another opens for those remaining.

The police think they have everything under control. They think everyone is accounted for, but when some of their own disappear, new horrors are discovered, and the nearby town of Tarken’s Glen are drawn into their own survival experience.

My Thoughts

Luke is at it again in the horrific second installment of The Slasher Experience. The evil spirit who wiped out an entire camp has now taken possession of one the local police, and he's out for blood again. However, this time there is a demon slayer on this trail, so things may not be as easy as he expected. He also has a strange psychic condition with Casi, one of the lone survivors of the original massacre. It's an inconvenience, but it doesn't stop Luke from bathing Tarken's Glen in blood.

This was an awesome sequel to a great horror series. I really enjoyed the added dimension of having someone hunting the killer. As with the first book, there are many unique death scenes that will bring to mind some of the greatest slasher films of the 80s. Each character also has a lot of depth, and you will feel for them when they meet their end, even if you only knew them for a few pages. The ending left us with the possibility of seeing another book in the future, and I can't wait to see what direction the author takes it next.

Grab your copy for only $2.99 on Amazon!

 

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

The Lost Children of Andromeda: Zosma by Jason Michael Primrose



ZOSMA IS A POWERFUL PRE-APOCALYPTIC SCIENCE FICTION STORY EXPLORING THEMES OF TRUTH, RESILIENCE, AND DIVERSITY Zosma opens the series on Earth in 2052 A.D. as Allister Adams, a young superhuman, begins his search for the planet’s possible savior: Zosma Caster. Zosma is an intergalactic refugee and the vessel for an otherworldly energy source from the Andromeda Galaxy. The rogue organization C20 has been interested in Zosma’s power, but are its intentions entirely pure? Allister’s search for an alien becomes a search for truth as the walls, literally and figuratively, are closing in. Zosma is the first in the series The Lost Children of Andromeda. Inspired by his personal journey of self-discovery, Jason Primrose has created a world in which even superhumans are challenged by the effects of greed, fear, and natural disasters.




The apocalyptic tale explores the themes of reality vs. perception, human extinction and climate change, diversity of thought, and resilience. https://www.lostchildrenofandromeda.com/pre-order-zosma/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Zosma-Children-Andromeda-Jason-Primrose/dp/1643071858/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1535552955&sr=8-1&keywords=lost+children+of+andromeda Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/zosma-jason-primrose/1129430202?ean=9781643071855 Mascot Books: https://mascotbooks.com/mascot-marketplace/buy-books/fiction/science-fiction/lost-children-of-andromeda-zosma/




About the Author Jason Michael Primrose has been creating alternate worlds and characters since childhood. For nearly ten years, he has used his unique storytelling gift to impact the entertainment, fashion, and tech consumer product industries. His experience spans brand strategy, creative direction, retail merchandising, and influencer/celebrity partnerships. www.lostchildrenofandromeda.com https://twitter.com/lostchildrenofA https://www.instagram.com/lostchildrenofandromeda/ #zosma #lostchildrenofandromeda Enter to win one of five paperbacks up for grabs!
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Monday, October 29, 2018

Bustles & Bells and Mistletoe & Mayhem Book Blast

Limited Time Speculative Fiction Holiday Releases!

Get ready for a fabulous holiday season with two special, limited-time collections. Get Mistletoe and Mayhem for paranormal and urban fantasy holiday tales with a touch of merry mayhem, and pick up Bustles and Bells for the Yuletide magic of a steampunk world!

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Join New York Times, USA Today, and bestselling speculative fiction authors as they celebrate the holiday season this year with a limited-time paranormal holiday anthology.

Not all elves work in the North Pole, you might not want to open that present—and sometimes the thing coming down the chimney isn’t Santa at all in this collection of urban fantasy and paranormal romance, designed to fill your holiday season with reading cheer and a touch of merry mayhem.

Get your copy today and snuggle in by the fireplace for stories featuring Krampus and Kris Kringle, garlands and gargoyles, wreaths and werewolves, and more!


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Join New York TimesUSA Today, bestselling and award-winning speculative fiction authors as they celebrate the holidays this December in steampunk style.

Tinsel and trains, tinkers and time-machines, garlands and gaslamps grace the stories in this limited-time anthology. Corseted ladies and cloaked lords fill your holidays with Christmas cheer—and a touch of Yuletide magic, too—in this collection full of tales of wonder set in alternate landscapes of Victorian style and steam-powered technology.

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Sunday, October 28, 2018

Falling Star #Free on Amazon




Drew DiPalma feels like he's living a lie.

He's had it with his Hollywood persona, the high-maintenance women, and his sleazy agent. To escape the madness, he flees to a tourist town he'd often visited as a child. He never expected to find love on that little island. Then he stumbles upon Lainey alone on the swing set of a deserted beach.

After a dozen internet dating disasters, Lainey Riccardo has given up on romance--until she meets a West Coast hunk who has no trouble winning her heart. But Lainey only knows him as Drew, not the Oscar-nominated actor who's constantly scandalized in the tabloids.

When she learns the truth, will the small town Jersey girl be able to accept Drew's fast-paced life? Or will the truth drive her away forever?


Saturday, October 27, 2018

Get Jessica by Laura DeLuca #Free for Halloween


Wilbur was used to going to his college formals alone. He thought the Halloween Ball would be no different. He’s amazed when a beautiful girl in a Victorian costume displays an interest in him and even more amazed to find himself alone with her on one of the campus nature trails.

What Wilbur doesn’t realize is that another woman has her eye on him too. The White Lady returns every Halloween to take revenge on the men of the campus for her brutal murder. She has chosen Wilbur as her next victim.


Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Illusion - Dark Musicals: The Second Act Available Now!




Rebecca Hope-Patko and her husband, Lord Justyn, are living their dream. After a successful stint on Broadway, the super couple are heading Down Under for a special showing of Phantom Returns, where their son Erik will join them for his professional debut. 

As soon as their plane touches down, they discover that a serial killer is stalking Melbourne. At the theater, a strange series of accidents leaves Rebecca fearing for the safety of her family. Rebecca struggles to unravel the mystery while coping with insecurities about her career which cause tension between her and Justyn.

It’s clear a very real Phantom is lurking among them, but Rebecca is no kid anymore. She’s tired of the villain getting the upper hand. This time, Rebecca is setting the trap. This opera diva will put her life and her marriage on the line to shatter the illusions surrounding Queen’s Theater and stop the serial killer before they can strike again.


Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Interview with Patricia Harman - Author of Once a Midwife and #Giveaway

About the Book



Welcome back to Hope River in New York Times bestselling author Patricia Harman’s newest novel as midwife Patience Hester, along with her family and friends, face the challenges of the home front during World War II.


The women of Hope River trust midwife Patience Hester, whose skill in delivering babies is known for miles around. But though the Great Depression is behind them, troubles are not, for Europe is at war…and it can only be a matter of time before the U.S. enters the fray.

And while some are eager to join the fight, Patience’s husband, Daniel, is not. Daniel is a patriot—but he saw too much bloodshed during the First World War, and has vowed never to take up arms again.

His stance leaves Patience and their four children vulnerable—to the neighbors who might judge them, and to the government, who imprison Daniel for his beliefs.

Patience must support their family and fight for her husband’s release despite her own misgivings. And with need greater than ever, she must also keep her practice running during this tumultuous time…relying on generous friends, like Bitsy, who has returned to Hope River, stalwart neighbors, and her own indomitable strength to see them all through.


The Interview


How did you get started in midwifery? What drew you to that line of work?

I always felt that having a baby was more of a natural event than a medical event.  I wanted to have my babies naturally and after I had my first one I began teaching childbirth classes.  This was back in the commune days, (for more about that read my memoir,  Arms Wide Open: A Midwife’s Journey ).  As a Lamaze teacher, I made a final home visit to one of my couples one March.  During the evening, a snow storm came up and we couldn’t get home.  Around midnight, the woman went in to labor and I had to deliver the baby. It was so beautiful and peaceful that I was hooked and soon became the person to call if you wanted a homebirth.  (a few years later I went back to school and became a nurse-midwife with a masters degree so that I could be of help to more people) 

What about your experience as a midwife led you to write about midwives? 

The first book I wrote,  The Blue Cotton Gown, a midwife’s memoir , was about my patients and the stories they told me in the privacy of the exam room.  It was also about my personal life and what it was like working with my OB/Gyn husband, Tom.   I wrote the book to honor the courage of the ordinary woman, but it turned out to also be an honest look at a midwife’s life.  After that, I knew I had a niche.  People are interested in midwives and they are great protagonists, brave, strong, gentle and kind. 

Can you tell us a little about the setting of your books? Why focus on Appalachia?   

I have lived in West Virginia for almost forty years.  The people and the mountains are the backdrop of my life.  Before we came here, I lived many other places, (California, Oregon, Washington, Connecticut, Minnesota, Ohio) and I could set my stories there, but I write what is familiar to me.  (We do have a cottage on an island in the Ontario waters of Lake Erie, though, and one of my contemporary novels is set on a similar fictional island in Canada,  The Runaway Midwife .)  

Readers have seen Patience, in  The Hope River Series , go through so much. Is this latest book the end of her story or is there more on the way?  

I’m working on another book about Patience and her African-American midwife partner, Bitsy, as we speak.  This new book, is set in 1956, just before the Civil Rights Movement started in the U.S.A.   

How has becoming a bestselling author influenced your writing journey? 

When I started writing, I did it just for fun and to be creative.  When my books became popular and I began getting letters from fans telling me how much they meant to them I knew I was reaching people in a meaningful way and felt I had a mission to teach about community, loving one another, accepting diversity, and not losing hope.  The best review I ever got was only a few sentences.  It said, “I loved your book. It made me laugh. It made me cry.  I was inspired.”  How great is that?  

Besides your connection as midwife, do you and Patience share any other qualities?  

I tried to make Patience different from me.  She is small, with wire rim glasses and long dark hair.  I’m tall, lots older and have short silver hair, but basically she reacts as I react.  She hates injustice.  Wants peace.  Loves flowers and babies and will defend with her life her children or any vulnerable person. 

What has been the most surprising thing in your transition from midwife to author?

The writing part of being an author is creative and fun.  I didn’t know when I started that part of being an author, a necessary part, is promoting your books.  I love talking to people and writing blogs is fun, but traveling takes a lot of time and then I don’t get to write as much.  


A lot of people say having a book is like having a baby. As a midwife, mother, and author, how do you relate to that saying?

I have thought that exact thing many times.  Writing a book, for me, is a 2 year pregnancy.  Then at the end it’s like transition in labor.  You just WANT IT TO BE OVER and you grunt it out.  YAY!  Only guess what?  Your work is not over.  You now have to take care of the book, diaper it…feed it…burp it…and love it.  



PATRICIA HARMAN has spent over 30 years caring for women as a midwife, first as a lay-midwife, delivering babies in cabins and on communal farms in West Virginia, and later as a nurse-midwife on the faculty of Ohio State University, Case Western Reserve University, and West Virginia University. She lives near Morgantown, West Virginia, has three sons, and is the author of two acclaimed memoirs. Her first novel, “The Midwife of Hope River,” was successful around the world. “Once a Midwife” is the fourth book in the Hope River Series. For more information, please visit www.patriciaharman.com 


The Giveaway 

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