Book Blitz & Giveaway - Finding Monsters by Liss Thomas

Finding Monsters (Guardians of Esurack #1)

by Liss Thomas

Release Date: 10/16/13

Summary from Goodreads:

Monsters are real but they're not what we'd expect. Their realm lays hidden only to be found in darkness. They watch their humans and keep them from the dark portals leading to their world. To touch is forbidden... but not all follow the rules.

Missy has been fighting to live her entire life, but when she finds herself in a realm of unique and sometimes deadly monsters, she discovers just how much of a survivor she really is. Accidentally transferred to this mysterious realm by her monster and only friend, Charlie, he finds himself weak and unable to protect her. The only way she can defend herself and him, is to become a monster herself. But an unknown dark stalker watches her progress and if he steals her power, he will unleash a scourge on both his world and the world she left behind.

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About the author Liss Thomas

I love writing fantasy fiction and especially for young adults. Many of my stories contain real life issues that teens face and although there’s a fantasy element to the solution, my job is to provide hope that things will get better. I’ve seen too many articles about teens who end their lives over bullying. I’m working on a spin off series from The Guardians of Esurack and hope to use this subject throughout each book. Life is too short to give in to bullies. I hope I can make that clear through my writings.

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Book Blitz & Giveaway - Watcher of Worlds by Brinda Berry

Watcher of Worlds (Whispering Woods #3)

by Brinda Berry

Release Date: 12/17/13

Summary from Goodreads:

Senior year should bring fun, friends, and happiness. Not portals, treachery, and murder.

Seventeen-year-old Mia Taylor, gatekeeper to an interdimensional portal, wants nothing more than to heal from her romance gone wrong. Illegally falling for her co-worker Regulus had been a huge mistake. But when Regulus goes rogue to hunt down a murderer, Mia must forget her broken heart and use her unique abilities to save him. Traveling across dimensions, she enters a strange and hostile world where a rebel faction holds the key to their escape. Her gift of synesthesia is in high demand, and a secret organization of the otherworldly kind has her in their sights. But sabotage and murder may be the least of her worries. Her ex-boyfriend wants a relationship. Her dad wants her to act normal. Her friends want her to stop moping. Who knew faking happy would be the easiest part of senior year?

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About the author Brinda Berry

Brinda Berry lives in the southern US with her family and two spunky cairn terriers. She has a BSE in English and French and a MEd in Learning Systems Technology. She's terribly fond of chocolate, coffee, and books that take her away from reality. She doesn't mind being called a geek or “crazy dog lady”. When she's not working the day job or writing a novel, she's guilty of surfing the internet for no good reason.

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Book Blitz & Giveaway - Being Hartley by Allison Rushby!

Being Hartley

by Allison Rushby

Release Date: 11/2013

Summary from Goodreads:

Fifteen-year-old Thea Wallis was born to entertain. Her mother, Oscar winning actress Cassie Hartley, thinks differently and has kept her daughter out of the spotlight since day one. Coming from showbiz royalty, it hasn't been easy to go unnoticed, but mismatched surnames, a family home in Tasmania and a low-key scriptwriter father has made this possible.

Just like her cousin Rory on the hugely popular TV show Saturday Morning Dance, Thea loves to dance. She learns the show's routines off by heart each week, despite her mother's attempts to convince her that dentistry would be a far more fulfilling career choice.

However, when Rory goes off the rails in LA, Thea's mother is suddenly left with no choice at all – Rory needs them and to LA they must go. Within forty-eight hours, Thea finds herself a long way from Tasmania and living her dream – on the road to Las Vegas with the Saturday Morning Dance team.

It doesn't take long before Thea's talents are discovered and she's offered everything she's ever wanted on a plate, including the dance partner she's had a crush on forever. But, as her mother has always told her, Hollywood dreams come at a price. Thea soon realizes she will have to work out just how much she's willing to pay. And, ultimately, discover her own way to be Hartley.

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About the author Allison Rushby

Allison Rushby is the Australian author of a whole lot of books. She is crazy about Mini Coopers, Devon Rex cats, Downton Abbey and corn chips. You can often find her procrastinating on Twitter at @Allison_Rushby or on Facebook.  That is, when she’s not on eBay, or Etsy, or any other place she can shop in secret while looking like she’s writing…

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BOTW - WEEK 42 {Wattpad}

Legend of Zuran: The Wizard's Orb

Genre: Teen Fantasy / Adventure

Wattpad Book Blurb:

Charles is a teenager, and a Piñan boy who really love adventure in his whole life. The story begins when he fall asleep vey early due to his very tired experience from school and with his annoying brother who will always bully him. In his dreams, he was also dreaming that he was sent to his Aunt and Uncle by his parents to get away from his brother Allan. He met Reddicus the wizard of Western Martian Towers and sent to the secret world called Zuran. During his first landing in Wetland in Escria, Reddicus banished and let him gone with the emblem and the written letter. He met Bridget the Lady and the Protector of Wetland. They fought against the Jah’Rotundian armies, also the slaves of Darken Rillian. They made defeated the armies and successfully got the Orbs of the Ancient Wizards but unfortunately, the power was no longer there.

Charles returned back to Earth when he was awaken after he sang a song from Earth and Reddicus called one hopes by each continents except to Caloria wherein it is his own land. He first found Arvin of Naturia in the Cormackian Mountain and was commanded to find the all the other five; Elizabeth of Pazona, Jellah of Wintoree, Marc of Friolen, Robert of Autonox, and Bridget of Escria (who was with Charles). Their mission is to find and destroy the dark power of the Orb and conceal it for the safe keeping. But their lives became more dangerous and complicated when they were betrayed by their lands after the reign of Darken Rillian in the whole world of Zuran.

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The Truest of Colours

Genre: Teen Romance

Wattpad Book Blurb:

Kiera Sterling always wanted to be normal. But she isn't classed as that. Her school friends call her mean names and pull stupid faces at her. She finds comfort in colour. The darkest of blue's to the brightest of orange. And then one day, an artist arrives. And he could be just what Kiera needs.

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A Raunchy Slay

Genre: Romance

Wattpad Book Blurb:

The Red Woman and her passion to kill are renowned throughout the country. Her anonymous nature being her saviour, until, she meets the Black Slayer. Their thirst for blood and thrill for kill makes a fine mess, eventually claiming their hearts. 

Will the Red and Black ever be one? Or the colours with the same lust, but different shades, will never accept their affection…

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First Kiss & Broken Promises

Genre: Teen Romance

Wattpad Book Blurb:

Seventeen year old Divya Narayan is a high-spirited young girl with an adventurous streak in her, who doesn’t think twice before taking a risk. She learns very early in life that broken promises by ones you love equals a broken heart. So she makes two promises – Never to fall in love and never to break a promise.

One fateful night four years ago, Aryan Diaz not only broke Divya's heart but also her trust and their unique bond of friendship. When the charming heart-breaker returns next door to Divya, he holds more than a key to her locked heart; he has answers that can set her free to break the promises she made.

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The Unusuals

Genre: Teen Fantasy / Action

Wattpad Book Blurb:

Jamie Smith was never a normal girl. All her life she was training and running from The Government. Everything changes when everyone except her and five other Unusual are left to fend for themselves. Jamie Smith must now over come not only running from the Government but also betraying best friends, prophecies and the fear of losing everyone she loves...

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Cover Reveal & Giveaway - How to Get Ainsley Bishop to Fall in Love with You by T.M. Franklin

How to Get Ainsley Bishop to Fall in Love with You

by T.M. Franklin

Release Date: 06/12/14

Summary from Goodreads:

1. Join the Drama Club
2. Do Your Research
3. Provide Something She Needs
4. Make Her Feel Secure and Important
5. Pay Attention!
6. Be a Good Friend
7. Be More Attractive
8. Be Complimentary, But Not Obsequious
9. Establish Rapport
10. Be Encouraging and Supportive
11. Give Her Space
12. Admit When You’re Wrong and Apologize
13. Find the Perfect Birthday Gift
14. Tell Her How You Feel

Seventeen-year-old Oliver Wendell Holmes (Yes, his parents are just that peculiar, but his brother’s name is Sherlock, so it could have been worse) knows that he’s different. He’s quirky, awkward, and he’s okay with that. Oliver also likes making lists—meticulous procedures for achieving his goals, step-by-step. Whether it’s “How to Get an A in Chemistry” or “How to Get Accepted to MIT,” he has a process, and it’s worked for him so far. He doesn’t even care that the popular kids mock him. Oliver’s got his eye on the prize.

So when he decides it’s time to declare his feelings for Ainsley Bishop, the girl of his dreams, it’s only natural for him to make a list—a point-by-point strategy to win her heart. He knows it will take a grand gesture for her to see all he has to offer, and her approaching birthday provides the ideal opportunity for Oliver to put his plan into action.

Finding the perfect gift is a challenge Oliver meets with his usual dogged determination. He’ll need to watch her carefully for clues to pinpoint exactly what he should give her. And along the way, he might just learn that what Ainsley really needs is not quite what he expected.

About the author T.M. Franklin

T.M. Franklin started out her career writing non-fiction in a television newsroom. Graduating with a B.A. in Communications specializing in broadcast journalism and production, she worked for nine years as a major market television news producer, and garnered two regional Emmy Awards, before she resigned to be a full-time mom and part-time freelance writer. After writing and unsuccessfully querying a novel that she now admits, “is not that great,” she decided to follow the advice of one of the agents who turned her down—write some more and get better at it. Her first published novel, MORE, was born during National Novel Writing month, a challenge to write a novel in thirty days.

She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband, Mike, is mom to two boys, Justin and Ryan, and has an enormous black dog named Rocky who’s always lying nearby while she’s writing. Whether he’s soothed by the clicking of the computer keys or just waiting for someone to rub his belly is up for debate.

In addition to MORE, Franklin penned the Amazon best-selling short story, Window, as well as another short story, A Piece of Cake, which appears in the Romantic Interludes anthology. The sequel to MORE, The Guardians, will be released November 7, 2013.

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BOTM - Better Than Revenge {Wattpad}

Better Than Revenge

Author: TheFlamingPopsicle

Genre: Romance / Humour

Wattpad Book Blurb:

Christian Ryder may be seen as a heartthrob by the majority of the world’s female population, but to Sophia Hastings, he might as well be the newest addition to the gorilla exhibit at the zoo.

Sophia is a young, aspiring actress with big dreams who swears having to work with Christian Ryder wouldn't be worth all the fame in the world. Christian is a cocky womanizer whose world is turned upside down when he realizes his new leading lady just so happens to openly hate his guts. Is it even possible for Christian and Sophia to learn to get along long enough to make a movie, or will hatred, scandal and childish games destroy their careers?

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Interview

1. Please tell the readers a bit about yourself.

My name is Alex, and I’m a junior in high school! I spend most of my time eating, sleeping, writing, and quoting She’s The Man because it’s the greatest movie ever. I’m a rabid fangirl who belongs to a million fandoms and adores Chace Crawford. I have an inappropriate/weird sense of humor, and people rarely find things as funny as I do. Cat gifs and videos are the reason I procrastinate, and my love of cake is the reason I run.

2. What types of books do you write?

I write humor, romance, and teen fiction books. There’s usually more of an emphasis on humor in my books just because I love everything related to comedy. I’ve tried fantasy and action, but the results haven’t been pretty so far...

3. How many books have you written?

I’ve finished four books, the first two of which I just don’t speak of, and I’ve started more stories than I can finish. The finished ones and five of the ones I’ve started are on Wattpad.

4. What movie and/or book are you looking forward to this year?

Vampire Academy, for sure! I’ve been waiting for this movie to happen since middle school and am ridiculously excited! Some other movies I’m excited to go see are Divergent, 22 Jump Street, Mockingjay, and the new Captain America movie! (Chris Evans… *drool*)

5. What type of books do you enjoy reading?

Anything that can make me laugh, scream, or sob violently. I’m a sucker for cheesy romances, and cute romantic comedies? Be still my beating fangirl heart. I love strong and clever heroines and heroes I would totally marry in real life.

6. If you were stranded on a desert island what 3 things would you want with you?

1.      My laptop.
2.      A battery for my laptop that would never die.
3.      Chace Crawford.

Wow, I need to reconsider my priorities.          

7. Are you considering a sequel?

Not for Better Than Revenge, no. I think Sophia and Christian’s story has already been told, and a sequel would just be unnecessary. There could be another spin-off later, kind of like Kidnap My Heart, but no sequel!

8. What inspired you to become a writer?

Moment of truth. My inspiration was actually Twilight. I’m not a big fan of it anymore, but I was a die-hard fan when I was twelve. I started writing Emmett Cullen fan-fiction because he was my favorite, and that only lasted about a week, thank God. It was so bad! I switched to original fiction after that and stuck with it until it started getting less horrible.

I never thought I’d love it so much, but the more I write, the more I fall in love with it all. It’s been my escape the past couple years, and it’s my coping mechanism. So some people may rag on Twilight, but to me it’ll always be what led me to writing, whether I’m still a fan or not!

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BOTW - List #42 {Wattpad}

BOTW WEEK 42:

Blitz Tour: Excerpt & Giveaway - The HeadHunter's Race by Kimberly Afe

About the author Kimberly Afe

Kimberly is the mother of two awesome kids, wife of the nicest man in the world, and her dog's best friend. She works by day and writes middle grade and young adult science fiction and fantasy novels in her spare time. She lives with her family in the beautiful Sonoran Desert.

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Excerpt from The Headhunter's Race

This excerpt is from the day the race starts and Avene is getting ready.

Hours later, when the birds start chirping, I know it's almost time to wake up. I get out of bed and change into my special clothes. The ones I've been saving for this day: a sturdy pair of jeans and a man's blue flannel shirt. Underneath I wear my white fitted tee-shirt, depicting a crudely drawn skull. I added the crossbones bearing a set of daggers with a nearly dried-up marker I found a year ago. It represents my mantra for the race: stay away from me or I'll kill you.

I tie my sheath around my thigh, re-lace my boots with longer and sturdier cord I found on a pair of men's boots in the goodie two shoes clothing pile, and then gulp down several handfuls of water. I wipe the droplets from my mouth while I pace like a caged panther. A few minutes later I slug down another five handfuls before I remember to fill my water bottle.

Zita leans up on her elbow. "You're sure you want to do this?"

"I have to, Zita. It's our only way out. The only way we'll be free."

She throws off her cover and leaps to her feet. "Well, we better do something with that hair. They'll start calling the prisoners out soon."

Zita snatches our slop container from the table. She fills it with dirt from the corner and mixes in a bit of water. "I'm not sure how well this will work," she says, stirring it with her finger. "Sit."

I sit on the ground cross-legged at her feet. She kneels beside me, takes a small lock of hair, and rubs mud all through the strands. The stringy tresses stick together, cold and wet against my cheek. After one side of my head is finished, she steps back and surveys her work. "Nope, this isn't working. Your roots are still too light."

"Why don't you wash her whole head in it?" says McCoy.

I stiffen. Leave it to him to think of dunking my whole head in mud.

"You're a genius!" says Zita. She grabs my arm and pulls me to my feet. "Help me," she says to McCoy and I cringe at the thought of him touching my head when I'm a direct competitor. He might send his ninja blade across my neck.

He grabs the sink, half full of water, water I need to drink, and dumps three quarters of it into the corner. "Hey, I need to drink that!" I say.

"You can drink ours," says McCoy.

Right. I'm not going to drink theirs. He'd love that. Especially now that he's going to have to hunt on his own and the only way he knows how is by poaching off me.

Zita stops short of pouring in handfuls of dirt. Instead she goes to the fire pit and scoops out gobs of ash. She swishes it around with her fingers, stares at it like she's not satisfied, and goes ahead and dumps in a handful of dirt anyway. "Okay, bend over, girl."

I lean over the sink while Zita pours the murky mixture over my hair and massages it in. It's gritty and gross.

"Hand me that old shirt in the corner," says Zita.

I'm looking upside down at McCoy while he retrieves the old shirt she uses as her dust rag. She wrings out my hair and then places the shirt over top and squeezes out the excess water. "I wish I had a comb," she says, flipping my head up and steering my behind back to the ground.

"It's okay, I can use my fingers," I say.

McCoy dashes into their room. "Boom has one, hold on."

I lean my head back in defeat. He's determined to help me, to make me feel obligated to help him in return, but his niceties aren't going to work on me.

The Headhunter's Race

Series: Headhunters #1

Release date: January 3rd 2014

Publisher: January Sky Publishing

BOOK DESCRIPTION:
Sixteen-year-old Avene was sentenced to prison at thirteen for a crime she didn't commit. Now she has a chance to win her freedom back – if she enters the Headhunters Race. Second prize isn't so bad either, an upgrade to the Leisure Prison if you make it to the finish line. To win either prize, Avene and the other prisoners must navigate one hundred and fifty miles of dense forest, desert, and worst of all, cannibal territory.


With a mechanical collar timed to strangle the prisoners if they're not back in nine days, Avene allies herself with seventeen-year-old McCoy, another prisoner that insists on helping her at every turn and a boy she's trying hard not to fall for. Together they battle nature, other prisoners, and the timed death collars to win the coveted prize. But when Avene is tested with one deadly conflict after another, she realizes there is more at stake than winning her freedom – first she has to survive.

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