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Book Blitz: Conall the Barbarian – Wendy L. Anderson

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Another tale in the Legends of Everclearing Series is coming out this week! Be sure to get Conall the Strong by Wendy L. Anderson on December 22nd!

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Conall the Strong (The Legends of Everclearing Series)

Publication Date: December 22, 2023

Genre: Romantic Fantasy

When courage is not enough…Conall the Strong is a gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and resilience, where two indomitable souls journey through darkness and adversity in search of the light that will forever free them.

In the shadowed depths of a brutal and unforgiving world, a tale of unyielding love and harrowing escape unfolds. Conall the Strong, whose physical strength knows no bounds, is held captive by ruthless slavers. Though he possesses the power to shatter his bonds at any moment, his heart is chained by a cruel twist of fate – the slavers have also imprisoned his twin sister and the woman he loves. Their lives are shackled to his failure, entwined within the merciless walls of a gold mine, where they toil endlessly.

Yearning for escape, Conall’s heart pulses with a relentless determination to right his past wrongs. Undertaking a heroic rebellion, they flee into the treacherous land of the Dark Waters, but evading their relentless pursuers proves to be a journey fraught with danger, where not all may emerge unscathed.

Kala, Conall’s twin sister, possesses a hidden power as a Dream Walker, wielding magic to transcend her enslaved existence. Unbeknownst to her, the man of her dreams is not a mere phantom but a flesh-and-blood reality waiting for her beyond the confines of captivity. To secure the freedom she craves and to find love, Kala must summon the strength to break free from the chains that bind her and survive the search to find him.

Amidst the challenges of their perilous journey is the mystical allure of the Ny-Failen, and the beckoning promise of the City of Everclearing. Conall’s unparalleled physical strength is put to the test, but it is his wounded spirit that threatens to shackle him once more.

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Book Release Blitz: Mistletoe Bluff – Emily Schneider

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Happy publication day and congratulations to Emily Schneider on the release of Mistletoe Bluff!

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Mistletoe Bluff

Publication Date: December 5, 2023

Genre: Holiday Romance/ Fake Romance/ Romantic Comedy

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🎄 Fake Dating
🎄 Forced Proximity
🎄 Sharing Body Heat to Stay Warm
🎄 One Car
🎄 Anxiety Rep
🎄 No Third Act Breakup

Fake dating my arch-nemesis during Christmas…what’s the worst that could happen?

One year ago, Oliver Lewis ruined my life by winning the community college photography contest—now he’s ruined it again by scratching my car.

Did I mention it’s Christmastime? Now, while my car is being repaired, I’m forced to let Oliver chauffeur me around Meridel.

But I’ve found a silver lining! If I win England’s most prestigious photo competition, I can finally pay off my debt and move forward with my life. The only problem is, one of the judges is Oliver’s father, and to better my chances, I have to get cozy with my arch-nemesis.

AKA: pretend to be his girlfriend for Christmas.

I thought it would be simple, but I did not expect that underneath that smug, arrogant exterior there’d be a sweet, thoughtful man who would find every excuse to be near me.

But it doesn’t matter. I, Maya Beck, will not fall for Oliver Lewis.

My future rests on winning this contest and nothing—and no one—will get in the

The Mistletoe Bluff is a sweet, closed-door romantic comedy with laugh-out-loud moments, sizzling chemistry, and swoony kisses.

This is the second standalone in the Sweet Meridel Romance series.

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About the Author

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2021 Best Indie Book Award® Fantasy Winner, 2022 Minnesota Author Project YA Fiction Winner, and 2022 Best Indie Book Award® Dragon Fantasy Winner!

Emily Schneider grew up in Minnesota where she spent most of her life studying music and singing, which ironically has nothing to do with writing fantasy or romantic comedy novels. While music had always been a passion, Emily could never get away from her love of reading and writing books full of dragons, Fae, monsters, magic, and romance. When she isn’t writing, you can find Emily chasing around her two dogs, Pixel and Frodo, playing Mario Kart with her husband, or watching The Lord of the Rings for the one-hundred-and-eleventh time.

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Book Blitz: Spread; Tales of Deadly Flora – edited by R.A. Clarke

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Green thumbs beware. Plants are beautiful, peaceful, abundant, and life-sustaining. But what if something sinister took root in the soil, awakening to unleash slashing thorns, squeezing vines, or haunting greenery that lured you in? Perhaps blooms on distant planets could claim your heart, hitch a ride to Earth on a meteor, or simply poison you with their essence. Imagine a world where scientists produced our own demise in a lab, set spores free to infect, even bred ferns to be our friends only to witness the privilege perverted. When faced with botanical terror, will humanity fight to survive, or will they curl and wither like leaves in the fall? Read ten speculative tales ripe with
dangerous flora to find out.
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An excerpt from Spread: Tales of Deadly Flora (Page Turn Press).
Black Thumb by Alyssa Beatty.

When a woman encounters a mysterious plant on an alien planet that can make all of her pain go away, she must decide whether to let it.


Lexa’s dirty secret: for a botanist, she had a shockingly black thumb. She could identify and classify like nobody’s business but give her an actual houseplant, and she’d kill it within a month, despite knowing its preferred soil pH level, sunlight, and watering requirements. So, it
was a bit of a surprise to see a mutated version of Nepenthes Distillatoria, a pitcher plant, sitting in the arc of her windowsill, with a red bow on it.
She tiptoed toward it. The flora on this planet was more aggressive than the plants on Earth. The ice-shard leaves of the towering trees had a nasty habit of detaching and plunging to the ground, right through the skull of an unsuspecting settler below. Then the trunk sent out
winding tendrils that drank the blood up with a truly unsettling slurping sound. On the other hand, the little purple-leaved plants near the beach sang when you stroked them, a lilting melody that Ciara, Lexa’s boss, swore was an Irish lullaby.
The plant sat placidly in its pot. It didn’t hiss or try to bite. Smaller pitchers surrounded a large central one, all facing it like children sitting around a teacher at story time. Their lids were delicate blue, a rare colour in this red-tinged world. Lexa bent to the largest pitcher to smell the
phytotelmata, the reserve of nectar resting in the bottom of the trap. It smelled like real rain on real soil. She heard the tapping of raindrops on green leaves. She bent closer, then stepped back.
“Nice try,” she told the plant.
The lid snapped down over the pitcher. A little petulantly, Lexa thought.
She fingered the bow on the pot. The thought skittered across her mind, briefly, that maybe this was some sort of peace offering from Gary. He knew her affinity for carnivorous plants. Or at least the affinity she used to have. On this planet, where every other plant harboured
a murderous urge, the bloom was off the rose for her and Dionaea Muscipula. And anyway, it was unlikely Gary was in a peace offering mood.
And there it was, that pressure in her chest again, like some unseen hand squeezing the life out of her heart. She closed her eyes and breathed. It was probably her imagination, but when she opened her eyes, she swore the little plant looked repentant.
“It’s okay, ” she told it. “It’s nothing to do with you. You’re lovely, whatever you are. This is human stuff.”
The stems straightened, and the pitchers opened, releasing the sweet scent of rain into the pod.
“Thanks,” Lexa mumbled. Then felt like an idiot. She talked to plants all the time; they
were good listeners. But this was the first time she’d thanked one.
She shut off the lights and curled into the bed, which was just large enough for one body.
She scootched until her back met the curve of the wall. It was almost like being held.

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Book Release Blitz: The Fall of Amethyst – Savannah Zherebnenko

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It’s release day! Check the next gorgeous installment in the Trident Trilogy, The Fall of Amethyst! Read on for more details!

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The Fall of Amethyst (A Trident Trilogy #2)

Publication Date: November 29, 2023

Genre: Fantasy Romance/ New Adult

🔱 Enemies to Lovers
🔱 Slow Burn
🔱 Greek Myth Retelling
🔱 He falls first

After learning that she’s the reincarnation of the Greek deity, Amphitrite, Amy has dealt with a lot. From the mental whiplash of her childhood friend Percy actually being Poseidon to the unforgiving push into an ancient war against Zeus, she’s handled it. But just when Amy’s beginning to accept that the world is more vast and magical than she thought, she’s betrayed by someone she trusts. Now she finds herself being held prisoner by an enemy much more sinister than Zeus …

Amy is determined to keep her faith in Percy coming to rescue her, but her captors are equally determined to turn her against him. And there’s only so long she can withstand mental and physical torture, no matter how intriguing she might find one of her captors.

As Amy’s resolve grows weaker, and the call of the trident grows stronger, she is faced with the fact that not only is she in danger, but she might also be the danger.

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Savannah Zherebnenko lives in the PNW with her husband, two kids, and three fur babies. When she’s not zombified from her young kids, you can find her in her garden or in the kitchen canning, baking, cooking… slaving. Just kidding about the last one. But really, and if she’s not doing any of those things, she’s curled up with a book and a full glass of wine.

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Book Blitz: The Lost Daughters – Viola Tempest

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The Lost Daughters Trilogy is a brand-new, never-released, Asian fantasy trilogy featured first on Kickstarter. Each book stars a different princess of the Jinu Kingdom, betrayed and thrown out by her very own father, the king of Jinu, just because she wasn’t born a son. But what happens when a son is finally born and becomes the king’s biggest nightmare? This campaign features a stunning deluxe edition omnibus with all the trimmings!

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The rules of China dictate that sons reign supreme…

The Forgotten Daughter

Born a daughter into the kingdom of Jinu, Xiuying knows nothing but rejection and betrayal, even as a young child.

She is left forgotten and raised by maids while her parents, disgraced by her gender, tells the rest of the kingdom that she’s dead, when the only thing she wants is love.

And eventually, her father and king, Qianfan, sends her away to an abandoned island… to die.

The Broken Daughter

Xiaofan, the princess of Jinu, thinks she has it all.

Her parents love her. Her father gives her everything she’s always wanted.

But then her parents have another child.

And Xiaofan feels her entire world crumbling beneath her.

It’s time for her to become an orphan and pretend like she’s never been part of the kingdom.

The Righteous Son

After years and years of trying, the kingdom of Jinu has been blessed with a son!

However, disappointment ensues when Qianfan realizes that Jinhai is nothing like him.

That he’s weak, emotional, and unfit to be a king.

A shame to the family name.

The only way for Jinhai to prevent his father from destroying the kingdom with his conniving mother is to fight and take down the king for good.

But he’ll need the help of his sisters.

With their combined powers and fury, are the siblings strong enough to take down the monster who made their lives a living hell?

Or will the dictator of Jinu continue to reign supreme and destroy anyone else who comes in his way?

Kickstarter investors will receive a 5×8″ 500+ page book that includes:

  • Blue faux leather and gold foil hardcover
  • Stenciled edges
  • Gorgeous gold foil reversible dust jacket
  • Color front-end sheet map
  • Color back-end sheet illustration
  • Beautiful deluxe interior layout
  • color interior illustrations
  • Hand-signed by Viola Tempest
  • Smyth-sewn binding

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About the Author

Viola Tempest is a dystopian fantasy and paranormal romance author who yearns to expose the truth of those in the modern world: the good, the bad, and the ugly. Her inspiration primarily stems from life experiences, those who annoy her, ex-boyfriends, and the crazy dreams that pop into her head every once in a while.

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Book Blitz: Children of the Earth – Amanda Auler

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It’s release day!

We love this cover! It’s positively magical. Make sure to check out Children of the Earth and visit one of Bookstagram hosts for a great giveaway!

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Children of the Earth (The Mothmar Trilogy)

Publication Date: November 7, 2023

Genre: YA Fantasy

Receive from above or take from below,

Light versus Dark, you reap what you sow.

With her newly acquired Gift burning inside her, Solyana Marusda leads her group through the Mothmar snow in search of the prophecy’s secrets. But when they stumble upon the city of Takanah, they find themselves surrounded by the Taka Reu and all it threatens to unleash. Desperate for answers, Solyana finds herself on a path paved with the sacrifices of others—sacrifices that make her wonder whether she is the savior or the destruction of her people.

In the wake of carnage, nearly everything Pallah Bogson holds dear has slipped through her fingers. With a rumor of hope, she sets out in search of the truth that promises a place of belonging. But as her connection to the Mother Below grows, so too does the influence of forces beyond her control—and when Pallah finds herself the instrument of chaos, there is no way of telling what is or isn’t her own will.

All the while, someone is watching, waiting—with more sinister schemes than either girl can know.

A story of friendship, family, and the choices that shape us. Dive into the world of Mothmar and experience magic, animal companionship, and adventure layered through time and dipped in mystery.

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About the Author

Amanda Auler is the author of Daughter of the Sun, the first in the Mothmar trilogy. As an advocate for stories steeped in theme, it’s no wonder some of Amanda’s favorite authors are Patrick Rothfuss, Brandon Sanderson, and Juliet Marillier. When she’s not at her laptop, Amanda can be found roasting coffee in her garage (usually with a book in hand), baking bread, and trying to keep up with her three growing boys. She and her husband live in central North Carolina where they stay up too late watching Top Chef and eating fancy ramen.

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Book Blitz: Gasparilla – S.T. Fernandez

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We have a something to get you excited before release day! Check out the book trailer for Gasparilla by S.T. Fernandez and visit one of our Bookstagram hosts for a chance to win a signed copy of the book and some pirate booty!

A signed copy of The Legend of Gasparilla
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The Legend of Gasparilla: A Historical Pirate Romance

Publication Date: November 7, 2023

Genre: Historical Fantasy Romance/ Pirates

Bridgerton meets Pirates of the Caribbean in a story many argue is not a myth but a legend.

Admiral José Gaspar of the Spanish Royal Navy had it all: the love of his life, Joséfa de Mayorga; the confidence of the King; and a plan to become one of the most successful merchants in all of Spain. But when a jilted former lover accuses him of stealing the crown jewels, he escapes Sevilla only to realize he’s duped into piracy, further staining his legacy. Gaspar continues down an immoral path he works relentlessly to resist. The dream life he yearned for with Joséfa slowly slips away, his reputation far too ruined to be worthy of her honor.

After having her beloved ripped from her life, Joséfa and Gaspar’s friends work tirelessly to clear his name to no avail. When fate finally hands her a chance, she sets sail to find José, but fate is both friend and foe. Joséfa discovers the man she lost is different from the viscous pirate she rescues from certain death.

When infamous pirate hunter Lieutenant Kearny of the USS Enterprise sets his sights on the new pirate, Gaspar must decide between a dark and perilous addiction to piracy or living a subdued life in the shadows. His darker inhibitions may take his soul hostage, and Joséfa’s love may not be enough to save him.

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S.T. Fernandez, known as Stephanie, is originally from Orlando, Florida, and was born to two parents from La Isla del Encanto, Puerto Rico. She now resides in the beautiful small beach town of Ventura, California with her husband and their two wiener puppies.
Stephanie is an avid reader of all levels of spicy, steamy romance—mostly in fantasy, historical, or paranormal genres. Just as much as she enjoys disappearing into a good book, creating a story that readers can disappear into brings her immense joy.
She is currently working on her second book in the fantasy romance genre, full of wonderfully diverse characters and themes. S.T. Fernandez’s fantasy romance intertwines Puerto Rico’s Taino indigenous culture’s beautiful themes and language into a fantasy world. She is thrilled and excited to present it to readers when completed.

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Book Blitz: The Year of Secrets – Silvia Villalobos

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We have a great new mystery to share with you today! Check out The Year of Secrets by Silvia Villalobos!

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The Year of Secrets

Publication Date: October 24, 2023

Genre: Suspense/ Mystery

A mystery novel in the tradition of Michael Connelly’s stories set against the backdrop of Los Angeles.
After a difficult year, Zoe Sinclair seeks solace in vain. Her life takes an unexpected turn when her law mentor is found dead, and a series of disappearances grip everyone’s attention. In the midst of L.A.’s captivating but mysterious scenery, she is soon pulled into a web of secrets that have been kept hidden for too long. Unexpected encounters reveal that strangers know too much about her. Her friends become suspicious, and secrets, once whispered, ignite the flames of reckoning. She defies caution and joins forces with the LAPD. Together, they unearth a truth that shakes the core of her world and forces Zoe to tap into her inner grit, revealing newfound strength.

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Book Blitz: Death Rattle – Carter Pugh

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The perfect book for Halloween! Check out Death Rattle by Carter Pugh, where murder mystery meets urban fantasy!

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Death Rattle

Publication Date: September 10, 2023

Genre: Murder Mystery/ Urban Fantasy

Murder Mystery meets Urban Fantasy in this coming-of-age tale where nothing is as it seems. Meet Clarke Carpenter, a thirty-year-old nanny and student who desires a life more substantial than her own, full of magic and wonder. After moving to the city, hoping to overcome her insecurities and claim a more vibrant life, her world unexpectedly upturns when she is accused of murdering her roommate. Clarke’s dreams of a fairytale existence are obliterated…or are they? Follow along in this thrilling first installment of the Death Book series as Clarke discovers the mystery of who she is.

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Book Blitz: A Cranberry for Christmas – Charlie Dean

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Alisha Jones, or Princess Christmas as she is affectionately known, is joint heir to her Grandpa Frost’s family fortune, but being third behind an older sister and brother means she has to work three times as hard to prove herself.
Marsha Underwood, her Grandpa’s PA and ever-present thorn in her side, is determined to undermine her at every turn and Alisha finds herself powerless to prevent this.
An encounter with a fortune teller at the Frost Christmas Ball leads to a bewildering dream of the future; and the added complication of Tom Walker, the son of Frost’s new business partner leads to
a tumultuous year.
With her friends by her side, will she be able to turn things around? And what exactly does the strange dream mean?
A story of family, friendship and love at first sight with a sprinkle of Christmas magic.
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