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A guest post by Liz Gruder
Tour Link When New Orleans went under during Hurricane Katrina, I worked in the media. Martial law had been declared. Driving through the warzone, soldiers poked guns in my face as I held up ID. I saw the Xs painted on houses with a number declaring the dead. I drove to a beloved marina with boats piled up like Tinker Toys. All wildlife was dead and the seagulls had been blown away. Everything had been destroyed. I saw my husband, who had kept his boat there and loved the marina, the wildlife, and the sunsets, fall to his knees and…
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Facades and the Truth: A post by Jade Kerrion
Jade Kerrion is the guest of honor here on Hopelessly Devoted Bibliophile today! She is the author of Earth-Sim, a quick moving Sci-Fi novel about a girl who has power over our history and, even larger spread, our whole world. Sound like something up your alley? Here’s a synopsis! What reviewers are saying: 5 Stars! “What a fantastic book by Jade Kerrion, it grabbed me from the very first page…Ms Kerrion’s writing is exciting and well paced to keep you wanting to know more…” Jem Moran has a reputation to prove and a secret to protect. The prestigious world simulation…
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A new piece from Laury Falter, author of Fallen!
Laury Falter is here again today! If you’ll recall, earlier this month I reviewed Fallen here on the blog. I’ve been waiting to see if Laury Falter would stop by with a guest post and, lo and behold, she agreed! Below is not merely an excerpt, but a whole new piece of writing from the POV of Eran. Isn’t that awesome? Whether you’ve read this book or not, chances are this will peak your interest. So enjoy, and don’t forget to add the book to your reading list! Add to Goodreads Eran’s account of the first time he met Magdalene “It…
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Why I Write: A guest post by Mia Hoddell
I’m pleased to welcome Mia Hoddell to the blog today! She is the author of Deadly to Love, a story about the power of love and the danger that it can lead to in the end. Sound tantalizing? Have some more temptation! There is a love that is so dangerous, so powerful, so intoxicating that it embraces your heart and smothers your mind until it leaves you defenceless. Serena knew that but still, it didn’t stop her. His name was Kai. He was the most beautiful, irresistible man she had ever encountered. Their attraction was too compelling to fight and…
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Romance in Dystopia: Guest post and giveaway with Nazarea Andrews!
I’m proud to welcome Nazarea Andrews here today, as she tours the blogsphere promoting Edge of the Falls. If you are a fan of dystopian romance, this is a book you’ll definitely want to add to your TBR! Let me tempt you a bit, shall I? Sabah always knew where she belonged—with Berg—and what was expected of her—to care for the other children the Mistress took in. But when a ban-wolf saves her life, things begin to change. Arjun isn’t like the other ban-wolves, the savage creatures that are barely human. He’s gentle and furious and as Sabah spends time…
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Grave Bound Book Release Giveaway!
I’m happy to help celebrate the release of Grave Bound by T.R. Graves! This is an adult contemporary novel with a paranormal twist. Do you love smoldering scenes and tantalizing characters? Welcome to your next read! Some secrets follow you to the grave. Others send you there. Emily Riddle has lived her entire life inside a patriarchal commune led by her father. There are many rules, but the most important one, ‘keep it in the commune’, is the most difficult for her to follow… especially since the only people willing to champion her cause live on the outside. When Emily…
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A Natural History of Dragons: Excerpt and Giveaway
I’m so overjoyed to be on the blog tour for A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan! I’ve been pining over this book and its gorgeous illustrations since I first laid eyes on the teasers, ages ago. It is with a happy heart that I share this book with you in all its glory! You, dear reader, continue at your own risk. It is not for the faint of heart—no more so than the study of dragons itself. But such study offers rewards beyond compare: to stand in a dragon’s presence, even for the briefest of moments—even at the risk…
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P.T. McHugh on his writing inspiration!
Today I’m proud to be hosting P.T. McHugh, author of Keeper of the Black Stones! I’ll reviewing this tomorrow, but let me tell you…fabulous. In fact, why don’t I give you a little taste of your own? Awkward in his own skin, shy around girls and worried about anything and everything, Jason Evans is just like a million other teenage boys in high school, with one very large exception: he has been given a gift that allows him to jump through time. A set of stones has fallen into his lap that gives him access to any place – and…
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The Writer’s Cave: A guest post and giveaway with B.C. Burgess!
Today’s guest is B.C. Burgess, author of Descension! She’s on tour with AToMR Tours to promote her new book, and I’m lucky enough to be the lucky blog hosting :). Huzzah! First let’s put a spotlight on Descension shall we? The Angel After three years caring for her dying mother, Layla Callaway learns she was adopted under unusual circumstances. Following a cryptic message to seek her birth family in Oregon, Layla uproots her lonely life, quickly finding she descends from witches and wizards. Magic is in her blood, and a handsome family friend is eager to prove it. Through a ring imprinted with…
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Snark and Circumstance: Match and Win!
Just in time for a holiday dedicated to love, Swoon Romance is here to swoop in and spread the romance! I’m proud to be on the blog tour supporting Snark and Circumstance, an adorable YA adaptation of the much beloved Pride and Prejudice. Snark and Circumstance by Stephanie Wardrop One superior smirk from Michael Endicott convinces sixteen-year-old Georgia Barrett that the Devil wears Polo. His family may have founded the postcard-perfect New England town they live in, but Georgia’s not impressed. Even if he is smart, good looking, and can return Georgia’s barbs as deftly as he returns serves on…