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Monday, December 28, 2015
Spotlight: Until You Came Along by Kshitij
Kshitij
Genre: YA Romance
Number of pages: 350
Book Description:
People never change; they only become more or less of who they really are…
Just as mysteriously as Alyssa appeared in Estella’s life she disappeared. Who was Alyssa, really? For all their years of friendship in college, Estella has no idea why Alyssa left without saying goodbye after graduation. Now, after all these years, Alyssa leaves a recording on Estella’s voicemail –an RSVP to their college reunion! Trembling with delight and dread, Estella has only one question: Why?
Alyssa has been searching for something all her life—her future. She believes in nothing but success and winning. Manipulative, willful, emotionally cold is the best way she can describe herself. To the world and her college mates, she’s glamorous, confident and has life on a silver platter—men dream of having her and women dream of being her! But Alyssa is blind to everything except success…
until she meets Kurt, a dreamy exchange student, who challenges everything she believes, while his touch runs through her body like the sweetest flame, making her want things she knows she shouldn’t have! Kurt wants her heart and that’s the one thing Alyssa can’t give him.
Through seven years of silence, Estella and Alyssa discover life is ever changing—just as their perception of themselves…yet, how could they ever know tragedy and joy are from the same tears of life?
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Excerpt:
This has to be my final and
the most memorable trophy before the term at Stoke ends.” Alyssa looked at
Estella with a smile, awaiting her response. Things somehow never seemed sure
to Alyssa until Estella confirmed them. The answer to every question in
Alyssa’s life, no matter how trivial it was, had to be assured by Estella.
Estella
nodded yes and then dropped her head to attend to the afternoon meal. While
Alyssa somehow never felt the need to eat, Estella was pretty disciplined when
it came to her food. She had to eat three times a day, no matter what was going
on around her. She never believed in skipping meals. She knew it only took a
few minutes to eat, even if one was in a hurry. But Estella had almost given up
in her efforts to make Alyssa eat, and she herself sometimes missed meals when
she was with Alyssa. The girls had made it a routine to be in the café at least
for an afternoon meal and at all the times between or after their lectures.
“Est,
why don’t you?” Alyssa said, widening her eyes.
Estella
looked straight at her, wondering why her friend left the question hanging in
the air. “Why don’t I what, Aly?”
“Why
didn’t you register your name in QS?”
“You’re
kidding, right?” Estella shook her head.
“No,
I’m not. You know that.”
“Come
on, Aly. You know me better than anyone. I’ve not registered because I just
didn’t feel like being in it. It’s not the first time.”
Alyssa
knew Estella avoided the dance competitions, or fancy dress competitions, or
most of the contests of a similar kind. She couldn’t recall if they’d
participated in the same competition. But Alyssa always wished Estella would
consider it—she had all the qualities to win. Estella was perhaps the best at
color and style, and she was a great dancer. But she only danced for fun in senior
farewell parties, birthday bashes, or at Alyssa’s shindigs at London. Estella
had good overall grades. Alyssa thought Estella could be her closest contender
if she somehow managed to convince her friend to be part of the competition.
But before Alyssa could further her argument, Estella read her face and quickly
responded, “I’d never ever take part in the competition you’re in.” She grinned
and made it all sound like a joke.
What
was that supposed to mean? Alyssa thought, looking at Estella who was again
busy with her food.
What
Alyssa didn’t notice was the gaze that was locked onto her face. It was Kurt’s.
He was sitting alone at the extreme corner of the café, in a seat with a view
outside and with a half-finished burger, fries, and a Coke. Kurt had decided
he’d never become obsessed with a single thing, person, or motive in his life.
That was something he inherited from Woody. But from the first time he’d seen
Alyssa, he, like so many others, couldn’t think of anything else but her. He
managed to find out everything about her, which turned out to be an easy thing
to do. He’d already become a stalker, following the girl, not knowing why and
confused about his feelings.
“How
are you, captain?” Kurt saw Nick taking a seat beside him. He’d started calling
Kurt the captain, which was the best thing Kurt had heard since joining the
team. Kurt thought that Nick had also noticed him staring blatantly at Alyssa.
Sensing Nick had seen the subject of his gaze, Kurt dropped his eyes, feeling
embarrassed.
“It’s
okay, mate… she’s the hottest property in here,” Nick said, looking at Alyssa
and then at Kurt. “And she’s used to such inviting and flirtatious eyes,” Nick
added, picking up fries from Kurt’s plate.
Alyssa
was talking and smiling, speaking with her pink lips, flashing glimpses of the
dimples in her cheeks. As she tucked loose strands of hair behind her ears,
Kurt saw her pierced ears and shining earrings. There were two different
rings—one dangling much like a wind chime on a breezy day and the other that
appeared to be a bit more unconventional in design but still held a precious
jewel. That’s what Kurt assumed, not that he had any experience in female
adornments.
Then
he saw a man put his arm around Alyssa’s shoulder, and taking a seat with the
girls.
“That’s
Adam, her boyfriend,” He heard Nick say, but Kurt neither responded to Nick nor
looked at Adam. His sight was fixated on her. He felt his heart was reading,
looking, feeling, tasting, and breathing her. The kittenish batting of her
eyes, the shape of her mouth, the gleam of her teeth, and those loose
hair—wild, black, and beautiful. And then that snowy face, which could light
the darkness and ignite a flame of passion in the most pessimistic soul. There
must be a catch, Kurt thought. He’d heard somewhere that a smile could cure
little things, but a smile like hers could end half of the world’s problems:
how could anyone who’d seen Alyssa ever forget her or remember himself or
remember anything, for that matter.
As
he watched her kissing her boyfriend, his eyes couldn’t see anything but those
lips—he opened his lips to fit hers. There was a space between them—the space
he couldn’t see or feel. He was already savoring what he thought was their
first of many kisses.
About the Author:
Kshitij lives in New Delhi. He has written books in various genres. Classic literature novels, movies and culture have been his source of inspiration. Although he graduated with a business degree, the word ‘ART’ holds a special place his heart. When not writing, he can be found learning about history, food, and people for his new book.
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Saturday, December 26, 2015
Sale! Time Enough for Love by Morgan O'Neill
Time Enough for Love
Book Two of the Italian Time Travel Series
Morgan O'Neill
Publisher: Time’s Arrow Productions
Publication Date: October 8, 2014
Genre: Historical/Time Travel Fiction
~On Sale December 22-28!~
Just .99 US/UK
Don't miss out on this great buy of Book Two in Morgan O'Neill's Italian Time Travel Series.
About the Book:
Through dark magic, Californian Gwendolyn Godwyn has been swept back in time to medieval Italy. There, she finds herself in the midst of a war between Italy's rightful queen, Adelaide, and those who have kidnapped her and seek to usurp her crown. Risking her life, Gwen elects to play a pivotal role in the planned rescue. In the midst of the chaos, she is drawn to the queen's champion, Lord Alberto Uzzo, who battles not only their military foes, but also his personal demons. Tested to the limit when he discovers Gwen's true identity as a time traveler, Alberto nevertheless fights through his doubt and the whirl of superstition that surrounds this intriguing and strong-willed woman. Time is of the essence as the lovers seek to defeat the evil forces rallying against the queen they've vowed to save. Will Gwen and Alberto be able to overcome the groundswell of danger to find time enough for love?
About the Author:
A chance meeting at a writers' conference brought Cary Morgan Frates and Deborah O'Neill Cordes together, two award-winning authors who connected because of a mutual love of time travel fiction. Collaboration ensued, the search for a pen name the first step in their working relationship. Their maiden names provided the solution - and "Morgan O'Neill" was born.
Cary and Deborah's backgrounds are uniquely suited to writing stories steeped in atmosphere and history: Deborah has a Master's Degree in history and is a dedicated genealogist; Cary is a talented linguist in French and is currently a student of Latin. They've traveled to Europe's ancient and medieval sites many times, with Cary living on the Continent for five years.
The Morgan O'Neill time travel novels have received a number of literary awards, including two finalist wins in the Booksellers' Best Awards, two semifinalist wins in the William Faulkner-William Wisdom Creative Writing Competition, first, second, and third place wins for the Mainstream Novel with Strong Romantic Elements category of the Golden Rose Contest, a top ten finalist award in the Pacific Northwest Writers' Conference Zola Awards Literary Contest, and a top ten finalist win in the Orange Rose Contest.
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Friday, December 25, 2015
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Sale! Time Enough for Love by Morgan O'Neill
Time Enough for Love
Book Two of the Italian Time Travel Series
Morgan O'Neill
Publisher: Time’s Arrow Productions
Publication Date: October 8, 2014
Genre: Historical/Time Travel Fiction
~On Sale December 22-28!~
Just .99 US/UK
Don't miss out on this great buy of Book Two in Morgan O'Neill's Italian Time Travel Series.
About the Book:
Through dark magic, Californian Gwendolyn Godwyn has been swept back in time to medieval Italy. There, she finds herself in the midst of a war between Italy's rightful queen, Adelaide, and those who have kidnapped her and seek to usurp her crown. Risking her life, Gwen elects to play a pivotal role in the planned rescue. In the midst of the chaos, she is drawn to the queen's champion, Lord Alberto Uzzo, who battles not only their military foes, but also his personal demons. Tested to the limit when he discovers Gwen's true identity as a time traveler, Alberto nevertheless fights through his doubt and the whirl of superstition that surrounds this intriguing and strong-willed woman. Time is of the essence as the lovers seek to defeat the evil forces rallying against the queen they've vowed to save. Will Gwen and Alberto be able to overcome the groundswell of danger to find time enough for love?
About the Author:
A chance meeting at a writers' conference brought Cary Morgan Frates and Deborah O'Neill Cordes together, two award-winning authors who connected because of a mutual love of time travel fiction. Collaboration ensued, the search for a pen name the first step in their working relationship. Their maiden names provided the solution - and "Morgan O'Neill" was born.
Cary and Deborah's backgrounds are uniquely suited to writing stories steeped in atmosphere and history: Deborah has a Master's Degree in history and is a dedicated genealogist; Cary is a talented linguist in French and is currently a student of Latin. They've traveled to Europe's ancient and medieval sites many times, with Cary living on the Continent for five years.
The Morgan O'Neill time travel novels have received a number of literary awards, including two finalist wins in the Booksellers' Best Awards, two semifinalist wins in the William Faulkner-William Wisdom Creative Writing Competition, first, second, and third place wins for the Mainstream Novel with Strong Romantic Elements category of the Golden Rose Contest, a top ten finalist award in the Pacific Northwest Writers' Conference Zola Awards Literary Contest, and a top ten finalist win in the Orange Rose Contest.
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Monday, December 21, 2015
Spotlight: Annabeth Neverending by Leyla Kader Dahm
Leyla Kader Dahm
Genre: YA paranormal romance/historical
Number of pages: 300
Book Description:
At first, teenager Annabeth Prescott thinks she’s found quite a deal when she talks down the price of an ankh pendant she discovers at a flea market. She soon wonders if the bauble is more than she's bargained for when she faints and glimpses images from a past life in ancient Egypt.
The discovery coincides with another new find: Gabriel, a handsome young man who takes an interest in her. When she meets his twin brother C. J. at a Halloween party, she realizes they look exactly like two boys who figure prominently into her memories.
Does C. J. share the heroic qualities held by his past incarnation Sethe, her bodyguard when she was Princess Ana? Does Gabriel possess the same evil powers he wielded as Kha, the black sorcerer who sought her affection?
Love meets the supernatural in this gripping young adult paranormal romance. Readers with an interest in reincarnation, as well as ancient Egypt, will be drawn to its mystical mixture of history and hesitation as Annabeth sways between the two brothers.
Will her reincarnated soulmate win out? Or will Kha finally find the way to her heart?
Excerpt:
I come to amid a
background of concerned chatter and find myself surrounded by a crowd of curious
onlookers…and a strange boy. His muscular arms are holding me tight, making
sure I don’t RSVP to the gravel’s invitation. He’s impossibly good looking,
with the palest-possible blue eyes and the darkest-possible black hair.
He couldn’t be
less like the slave in my…hallucination?…but he’s just as handsome. Not like
it’s a contest.
“You passed out.
Good thing I was here to catch you,” says my hero, while wagging a pair of
thick brows.
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About the Author:
Leyla Kader Dahm popped popcorn and dreamt of a career in show business when working in a movie theater while in high school. The small-town Midwestern girl went another route and studied communications at Carroll College and Cornell University, but still found herself drawn to the big screen when a temp agency placed her in a production and development gig at Miramax/Dimension Films.
Dahm went on to work as a script consultant for numerous production companies. She appeared in the acclaimed spoken word show Sit ‘N Spin and had her comedy feature spec, Due North, optioned by Michael Levy Enterprises. She sold her pitch, Survival Instinct, to Nickelodeon Original Movies. Dahm lives with her husband, sitcom writer Richard Dahm, and her children in Los Angeles.
Author Links:
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Tour Giveaway:
5 signed paperback copies
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