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A Guest Post from Michael Bast, author of Death’s Academy!
It’s Tuesday, which means you’re probably partially glad that it’s no longer Monday but mainly upset that Friday is still so far away. It’s okay, I know exactly how you feel. And, while I can’t fast forward the week, I can give you a guest post from an awesome author to ease the pain! So, here you go. The Death’s Academy entrance exam for Midnight Smith is quickly approaching. There’s just one problem: Midnight is the worst exam taker the academy has ever seen. If Midnight wants to ever step foot inside the school, he’ll have to join forces with…
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Bloomsbury’s Six Month Sparkiversary Giveaway!
It’s a Sparkiversary Celebration! Bloomsbury Spark is turning six months old, and that means it’s time to do some serious celebrating. What does this mean for you, dear readers? It means lots of great books for you to choose from, and the chance to win a Kindle Paperwhite filled with some great books! But first, let’s check out what books Bloomsbury Spark has to offer, shall we? Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Amazon | Nook | Kobo Amazon | Nook | Kobo Bloomsbury | Nook Amazon | Nook | Kobo | iTunes Aren’t they all gorgeous? I certainly think so! Now, for the GIVEAWAY that Bloomsbury is offering up! It’s open to the U.S. and…
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Guest Post: Dan Levinson, on chapter structure
================================================================== Good afternoon darling bookworms! I know this post is coming at you a little late, but for those of you who are writers (or aspiring writers for that matter) this will be something you’ll love! Dan Levinson is on the blog today, as he tours his new book Fires of Man. This book is filled with all kinds of Science Fiction goodness, and one I’d definitely suggest to fans of the genre! Check it out. Supposedly, the war between Calchis and Orion ended decades ago. But upon reporting to an isolated Orion army base for basic training, Private Stockton…
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Guest Post: Jennifer Ellision, author of Threats of Sky and Sea
Click the banner for more tour stops! Happy Monday my friends! Are you ready for some gorgeous cover love? Not only is Jennifer Ellision’s Threats of Sky and Sea an absolutely beautiful book, it’s also one that has my attention. The synopsis drew me in, and I can’t wait to dive in! Take a look. Sixteen year-old Breena Perdit has spent her life as a barmaid, innocent to her father’s past and happily free from the Elemental gifts that would condemn her to a life in the Egrian King’s army. Until the day that three Elemental soldiers recognize her father as…
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Guest Post: Edward Lorn on Horror and the Objectification of Women
If you’ve been following my blog for any length of time, you’ll probably note that I’ve had Edward Lorn on my blog before! He’s not only a stellar author, but also one of the funniest and most honest people I’ve ever had the pleasure of interacting with. In other words? He always has a place on my blog whenever he wants one. Period. This time, E. is touring the blogosphere to promote the newest addition to his ongoing serial novel. Cruelty: Episode Five is out now and, if you’re new to this serial novel, you can actually pick up Episodes 1-5…
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Book Spotlight + Giveaway: Whispering Woods Series by Brinda Berry
Today I have a whole series in the spotlight! Brinda Berry’s Whispering Woods has peaked my interest, mainly because of all the topics wrapped up into it. Time travel, inter-dimensional portals, and romance? Yes, please. Give me all the books! Below you’ll find information on this whole series, but first please enjoy a Top 10 list from Brinda Berry herself! I asked her who her Top 10 Favorite Female Characters were. Here’s here list: Top 10 Favorite Female Characters I’ll be honest and tell you that I was a little stumped when I started this post. For some reason, it’s…
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Book Spotlight: Daughter of Chaos by Jen McConnel
Daughter of Chaos (Red magic #1) by Jen McConnel Publisher: Month9Books Release Date: March 25, 2014 Synopsis: There comes a time in every witch’s life when she must choose her path. Darlena’s friends have already chosen, so why is it so hard for her to make up her mind? Now, Darlena is out of time. Under pressure from Hecate, the Queen of all witches, Darlena makes a rash decision to choose Red magic, a path no witch in her right mind would dare take. As a Red witch, she will be responsible for chaos and mayhem, drawing her deep into…
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Book Spotlight: Unforseen (A Kingdom Keepers Novella)
Today’s spotlight is on a series that’s new to me, but definitely on my radar now! The Kingdom Keepers series, by Ridley Pearson, centers on Disneyland. I ask you, what could be a better setting for a book filled with magic and intrigue? There are quite a few books out in this series so far, but I’m here to spotlight a novella in particular. Whether you’ve started this series or not, it still reads as a standalone. Fairlies Amanda and Jess have won the hearts of Kingdom Keepers fans. Over the years, they’ve protected and supported the five Disney guides with…
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Giveaway Time! The Magic Shop by Justin Swapp!
Yesterday I posted an Author Interview with Justin Swapp, the author of The Magic Swap! In case you missed it, you can click that pretty link. Also let me jog your memory all about this book, because it’s one the top on my list! This is such a gorgeous cover! When Marcus and Ellie’s grandparents decide it would be good for them to tend the family business, the children discover a strange, secret world that has been kept from them all their lives. Not only is the family business a front, but the children learn that they’ve only narrowly escaped death…
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Book Spotlight + Author Interview: The Magic Shop by Justin Swapp
It’s Wednesday bookworms! If you’re like me, you’re super excited that it’s finally the middle of the week. That means all that’s left is the countdown to the weekend! Let me make your mid-week day a little better, with another amazing spotlight. This time tantalize your taste buds with Justin Swapp’s book, The Magic Shop. When Marcus and Ellie’s grandparents decide it would be good for them to tend the family business, the children discover a strange, secret world that has been kept from them all their lives. Not only is the family business a front, but the children learn…