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Cover Reveal LOCK by @Debra_Anastasia

Congratulations to my awesome pub-sister, Debra Anastasia, on her upcoming release, LOCK! What a powerful, artful cover. Leave a comment about the cover or blurb to enter to win an ARC of Lock. LOCK I met her among the chaos of a gang fight - one that I inadvertently started.  Ember.  Beautiful, feisty, and passionate. And the sister of Mercy, an infamous assassin.  We fell for each other, hard. Until forces outside of our control intervened.  Now, she's a prisoner, doing everything she can to keep her family safe. And I'm her guard, doing everything I can to set her free. I'd take a bullet for her...Hell, I’d take a few.  In this dark, twisted world, we only have each other. But I have to wonder, is that enough? Release Date on Kindle Unlimited: Dec 16th, 2018 Goodreads link to LOCK: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42968794-lock Reader Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DebrasDaredevils/ Facebook: https://www

#IWSG Bodies in the Boatyard by @Ellen__Jacobson 5 Star Review #cozymystery

Happy Holidays, writers! Time for the Insecure Writers Support Group, hosted by Alex Cavanaugh . Thank you to this month's co-hosts: J.H. Moncrieff, Tonja Drecker , Patsy Collins, and Chrys Fey Fall is my busiest time at work so I've focused more on my day job than on writing lately. But, I did submit a short story for consideration in an anthology, and I applied for a writing festival. I'd like to share my review for fellow IWSG author's latest release, Bodies in the Boatyard . Congratulations to Ellen Jacobson for her engaging cozy mystery series! Bodies in the Boatyard by Ellen Jacobson My rating: 5 of 5 stars Panda Bear on the Case I continue to enjoy the integration of murder mystery, sailing science, chocolate cravings, and frisky felines in the Mollie McGhie series, which takes place in a small Florida boating community. In book two, Mollie's husband, Scooter, has moved on from calling her Sweet Potato to Panda Bear, and Molli

Winter is Coming #Giveaway #giftcard #psychthriller

Thank you to The Kids Did It and The Mommy Island for co-hosting the Winter is Coming Giveaway! We had a 60-degree sunny day in Ohio on December 2 and then said goodbye to the sun forever. (I'm just a tad dramatic) Why? Because winter is coming! I don't love the shorter days but I do love the holidays. What do you hate/love about the winter? To entertain you in the winter months, I'm giving away a $15 gift card and an ebook of my latest release, psychological thriller Twin Sacrifice . Enter on the Rafflecopter. a Rafflecopter giveaway Bop on over to these blogs to check out their cool giveaways!

#IWSG Creative Pursuits Beyond Writing

Happy November, writers! Join our support group to encourage fellow writers and vent about the writing process at Alex Cavanaugh's blog . Thank you to this month's awesome co-hosts. Congratulations in particular to Ellen Jacobson for her upcoming release, Bodies in the Boatyard .  Anytime I start laughing simply from reading the dedication ( "For cats everywhere who hate collars" ), I know I'm in for an enjoyable read. I loved book one in the series: Murder at the Marina . Co-Hosts: Ellen @ The Cynical Sailor, Ann V. Friend, JQ Rose, and Elizabeth Seckman IWSG Day Question: How has your creativity in life evolved since you began writing? Starting this writing adventure has helped me realize how important creativity is in my life. Aquarians born between January 20 and February 18, like me, are known to be creative. However, I never embraced my creative side until I started writing novels. In addition to writing, I enjoy creative pursuits like P

#IWSG The Healing Power of Writing

Happy October, writers! Time to support each other on this writing journey...join us here . Thank you to this month's co-hosts: Dolorah @ Book Lover, Christopher D. Votey, Tanya Miranda, and Chemist Ken! IWSG Day Question: How do major life events affect your writing? Has writing ever helped you through something? This is a timely question for me as I've been pondering why I haven't felt as motivated to write lately. (Though I do plan to finish a short story soon.) I've realized that I don't feel the burning need to write right now because things in my career are pretty good. I went through some difficult times at work in 2007, and I unknowingly turned to writing to cope with feelings of insecurity and betrayal. The words poured out of me then. I made my ex-boss the villain of my first book, a murder mystery. (He he.) Thank you, writing! You have helped me heal. I also feel grateful for second chances. After a six-year hiatus worki

New Release THE REDIRECTION OF DAMIEN SINCLAIR by @Nancee_Cain #romance #5starreview #giveaway

Title: The Redirection of Damien Sinclair A Pine Bluff Novel, Book 4 Author: Nancee Cain Genre: Contemporary Romance Release Date: September 14, 2018 Blurb Sometimes you get what you need. Damien Sinclair has witnessed more than his share of love's ugly aftermath—first as a child of quarreling parents and these days as an acclaimed divorce attorney. His solution? Control. From his immaculate, organized penthouse to his monochromatic wardrobe to his refusal to let anyone get too close, Damien is master of all he sees… Or so he thinks. Then an attempt on his life leaves him struggling with PTSD. Free-spirited Harley Taylor, Damien’s childhood friend and a one-time fling, arrives on his doorstep, having appointed herself his caregiver. She’s his polar opposite and hell bent on redirecting his life. And if somehow that life might expand to include her for the long term, even better. Either way, the man needs to learn not to take himself so ser

#IWSG Publishing Paths #writer #support #group

Happy September, writers! Join our support group to vent and celebrate this wild writing journey at our founder's blog, Alex Cavanaugh .  Thank you to this month's courageous co-hosts: Toi Thomas, T. Powell Coltrin, M.J. Fifield, and Tara Tyler! IWSG Day Question: What publishing path are you considering/did you take, and why? I never anticipated becoming a writer, much less an author, but now eight published novels sit on my shelf. After writing a few stories, I wanted to publish my debut novel,  With Good Behavior,  in 2009. I bought a print book about publishing (remember print books?) and took a stab at writing synopses and queries for agents and publishers. Rejections rolled in--disappointing then but not surprising now after I have learned more about the finicky publishing business.  Luckily, I discovered a new small publisher that specialized in romance novels like mine, and I was THRILLED when they accepted my novel! Omnific Publishing tau

Oh! The Places You'll Go! #GIVEAWAY $10 #giftcard

Thanks to The Kids Did It & The Mommy Island for hosting. How's your return to school? I'm sad the days are getting shorter but otherwise excited to dive into the back-to-school energy of working as a psychologist at a university. My sports romance BLOCKED features a Latina starting as a scholarship volleyball player at the university where her crush also plays. I'm giving away an ebook of Blocked , Aced , and Spiked , as well as a $10 gift card. Enter on the Rafflecopter. a Rafflecopter giveaway Then be sure to hop over to these amazing places!

Cover Reveal: CONNECTION by @MJLocklear #paranormal #romance

Title:  Connection   Author: Morgan Locklear  Genre: Paranormal Romance   Release Date: October 1, 2018  Cover Designer: Jada D'Lee Designs   Hosted by: Buoni Amici Press, LLC.  Olivia McCourtney knows a terrible secret, ghosts are everywhere, and they're furious at the world. When she leaves her hometown of Savannah, Georgia, to study in New York City, she is confronted by billions of sour spirits. But on the subway train from Queens to NYU, Olivia meets Patrick, a traveler trapped on the Broadway Line. Olivia is obsessed with helping her newfound friend, but soon realizes that she's the one who needs to be saved when she draws too much attention from both the living and the dead. Can Olivia and Patrick help each other survive the perils of two different worlds that share a connection? Congratulations to Morgan on his new release! Love the mysterious cover. Morgan Locklear has written over six hundred songs, but Conn

Cover Reveal: THE REDIRECTION OF DAMIEN SINCLAIR by @Nancee_Cain #romance #series

Congratulations to my pub sister, Nancee Cain, on this very interesting cover for her new release! I've loved books one ( The Resurrection of Dylan McAthie ), two ( The Redemption of Emma Devine ), and three ( The Rehabilitation of Angel Sinclair ) in this series. I'm eager to dive into book four! *´¨✫) ¸.•´¸.•*´¨)✯ ¸.•*¨) ✮ (¸.•´✶ (¸.•THE REDIRECTION OF DAMIEN SINCLAIR Damien Sinclair has witnessed more than his share of love's ugly aftermath—first as a child of quarreling parents and these days as an acclaimed divorce attorney. His solution? Control. From his immaculate, organized penthouse to his monochromatic wardrobe to his refusal to let anyone get too close, Damien is master of all he sees… Or so he thinks. Then an attempt on his life leaves him struggling with PTSD. Free-spirited Harley Taylor, Damien’s childhood friend and a one-time fling, arrives on his doorstep, having appointed herself his caregiver. She’s his polar opposite and hell bent

Best #Self-Help Strategies for People in Recovery

Thank you to Charles Watson for the guest post on self-help strategies for recovering from addiction! Take it away, Charles: Best Self-Help Strategies for People in Recovery People are often taught to seek help when experiencing a recovery crisis. Although this is advisable at the beginning, it can also be helpful to perform some self-help strategies to boost chances of recovery. Read further to find out what you can do. Self-help is a topic that is often explored in improving one's wellness, business, or other individualistic pursuit. There are countless books and resources published in the topic of self-help, and it can sometimes be overwhelming which strategies are helpful for someone who has specific needs. What is self-help? Self-help , by definition, is using one's own resources and will power to achieve things without the seeking the need of other people. This concept can be applied in many areas of your life while in recovery, such as forming of health