New Release: A Higher Standard by E.F. Dodd – Smith Publicity

A Higher Standard by E.F. Dodd - new release

Happy Publication day to E.F. Dodd! A Higher Standard has been released today. This rom com is perfect for fans of Sally Thorne, Sophie Kinsella, and Emily Henry. Filled with witty banter, realistic conflict, and a true-to-themselves heroine, this spicy romance will leave you desperate for more! Check it out below.

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Book Review: Swift the Storm, Fierce the Flame by Meg Long – Wednesday Books

This week, I decided to read an ARC that Wednesday Books very nicely provided to me for free. Every time, I get an email from them, it feels like it’s Christmas time. This book, Swift the Storm, Fierce the Flame by Meg Long, is the second installment in the series. I had reviewed the first book on my IG and loved this book. Let me tell you what I think of this book.

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Book Review: Six Of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

Six of Crows

Part of my reading goals this year is to read more of the books I still haven’t read on my shelves. They’ve been giving me the stinky eyes. 🙂 Anyway, I’ve been meaning to read Six of Crows for a while and that’s the best decision I’ve made in a while because it was such a great read. Now, I do have a confession to make. Let me tell you more…

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Something Exciting is Brewing… Happy New Year 2023!

I don’t recall when the last time I posted anything on my blog was. Back then, I needed a break back and took quite an extensive one to be honest. No regrets though because it was much needed, so I’m at peace with it.

With that said, I’m not going to tell you that 2023 brought new resolutions, more time and untapped energy. Let’s be real: I’m a mother of a young one, three cats (and yes I said 3 lol), and a wife with full time job. More time or energy just does not happen, but if you can make that happen, just know that you’re my hero.

Now, let’s check what’s new below…

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Luminous by Mara Rutherford – Inkyard Press

Today, I’m excited to feature Luminous by Mara Rutherford. From the author of Crown of Coral and Pearl comes an immersive new fantasy about a witch who must learn to harness her power—or risk losing her loved ones forever. This novel was released October 5, 2021 and is published by Inkyard Press.

Thank you so much, Inkyard Press, for having me on this tour.

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Book review/Excerpt – Sailor Proof by Annabeth Albert – Carina Press

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Today, I’m excited to feature Sailor Proof by Annabeth Albert, now out in the world today and this wonderful read is published by Carina Press. I absolutely adored this book. Check out my review!

Start reading today with a little excerpt for you inside 🙂 Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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This Is Why We Lie by Gabriella Lepore – Inkyard Press

Today, I’m excited to feature This Is Why We Lie by Gabriella Lepore. Riverdale meets One of Us Is Lying in This Is Why We Lie by Gabriella Lepore, a standalone thriller following two teens who discover a body off the coast of their seaside town. This novel was released September 21, 2021 and is published by Inkyard Press.

Thank you so much, Inkyard Press, for having me on this tour.

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For the Love of April French by Penny Aimes – Carina Press

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Today, I’m excited to feature For the Love of April French by Penny Aimes, now out in the world today and this wonderful read is published by Carina Press.

Start reading today with a little excerpt for you inside 🙂 Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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Roots Of Ruin by Amber Mitchell – Chapter by Chapter Tour

Roots of Ruin by Amber Mitchell is now out. Check out this post and start reading now with the excerpt.

Thank you Chapter by Chapter and Entangled Teen for having me!


Roots of Ruin by Amber Mitchell – Synopsis

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  • Roots of Ruin (Garden of Thorns #3) by Amber Mitchell
  • Publication Date:  August 16, 2021
  • Publisher:  Entangled Teen

They did the impossible, but their problems are far from over…

After freeing the Delmarion empire, Rose and Rayce must go to Varsha, the desert home Rose fled when she was a child—the country she’s meant to rule.

Rayce is the new emperor of Delmar, Varsha’s longtime enemy, but that won’t stop him from assisting the girl he loves. Armed with the brute force of Rayce’s military, Rose sets out to free her people from the oppressive rule of the usurper king who killed her father.

But even if they win, how can she be queen to her homeland and in love with the man ruling its bitter enemy? With her loyalties split between heart and crown, Rose must find a way to do the impossible again…unite two kingdoms at war, or sacrifice half of herself to save the other.


Excerpt

The man she is holding up wobbles on his feet, so I rush over to his other side and pull off my water canteen, offering it to him. 

He reaches for it, but without a thumb, there is no way for him to grasp it. I pull the cap off and hold the canteen to his cracked lips. He drinks so deeply that water spills down his chin, wetting his tattered shirt, and he doesn’t pull away until the canteen is empty.. 

I lean down so that I’m at eye level with the battered man. “Please. Can you tell me what news you bring from Varsha?” 

His round eyes struggle to focus on me, but when he finally does, he shakes his head as if confirming to himself that he must deliver the message he clearly sacrificed so much for. 

“Yes,” he whispers, his voice raspy. “Yes, I can.” He looks from me to Darra. “I came as quickly as I could, but I’m afraid I haven’t left you much time. One of the loyalist camp locations has been discovered by the king and ransacked. Word is that a member has betrayed the cause, and because of this, there will be a mass execution.” 

“A mole among the loyalists?”Darra says, sounding more outraged than curious. 

He gives her a solemn nod. 

As if things weren’t already bad enough, now my own people are turning against each other.A betrayal that will result in more death. 

Darra turns from the man to me. “The loyalist are your supporters, princess. Ever since news spread to Varsha of your survival, people have been rising up to support your claim to the throne in any way they can. I’m afraid there aren’t enough numbers to outright challenge the king, but they have managed to be a thorn in his side.” 

“And we’ve paid dearly for it,” the Varshan man says, holding up his bandaged hand. “The king ensures that any who are even suspected of being loyalist cannot raise a sword or weapon against him. Most are swiftly executed, and this will be the largest execution to have taken place so far.” 

The air evaporates from my lungs as he speaks. These loyalists, people who I don’t even know, have been suffering in my name. How could I have stood still for so long, content to live an easy life here while my father’s people, while my people, have been persecuted? I always wondered how Rayce gained the courage to start the rebellion here in Delmar, and now I understand that it wasn’t courage at all. It was a calling in his soul that he could not deny. I know because I feel it too. Now I must take action.  

“What’s your name?” I ask the man before me. 

“My name? I’m Melek, Your Highness.” 

“Well, Melek, thank you for your many sacrifices already.” I touch his shoulder gently, trying to give him a reassuring smile even though I don’t feel anything but fury and burning determination inside. “Can you tell me how many were captured?” 

“Eighty-six,” he says, and the number weighs me down to the trampled ground like the blades of grass under my boot. “All the men, women, and children they found within the camp.” 

My vision goes nearly white. Children. How many will die for a queen that hasn’t stepped foot in her own city since she was a child herself? 

This can’t be. I won’t allow it. Not anymore. I stepped up when my sisters in the Garden needed me to free them, I rose up even against Rayce when the rebellion needed me, and I will move the very stars if it means saving these innocent people. 

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About the author:

Amber Mitchell

Amber Mitchell was born and raised in a small town in Florida. After briefly escaping small town life by attending the University of South Florida where she earned her degree in Creative Writing, she decided to ditch traffic jams and move back to her hometown. There she writes Young Adult novels, usually with a bit of magic in them, rolls D20s with her friends on Thursday nights and enjoys hanging out with her husband and four cats.

Her other job involves crafting cardstock in to 3D art and has allowed her to travel all over the US vending at comic conventions which has only increased her love for fantasy and fandoms. She is represented by Nikki Terpilowski of Holloway Literature

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Other Books In the Series

After seven grueling years of captivity in the Garden—a burlesque troupe of slave girls—sixteen-year-old Rose finds an opportunity to escape during a performance for the emperor. But the hostage she randomly chose from the crowd to aid her isn’t one of the emperor’s men—not anymore. He’s the former heir to the throne, who is now leading a rebellion against it.

Rayce is a wanted man and dangerously charismatic, the worst person for Rose to get involved with, no matter what his smile promises. But he assumes Rose’s attempt to take him hostage is part of a plot to crush the rebellion, so he takes her as his hostage. Now Rose must prove where her loyalties lie, and she offers Rayce a deal—if he helps her rescue the other girls, she’ll tell him all the Garden’s secrets.

Except the one secret she’s kept for seven years that she’ll take to her grave if she must.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30118749-garden-of-thorns


Like flowers denied water, people are wilting under the emperor’s tyranny.

Rose will not rest until the Gardener is dead. But there are bigger battles to fight, and Rayce—leader of the rebellion and the only man Rose has ever loved—believes their best chance at winning the war is to join forces with her sworn enemy.

Saving innocent people is more important than her quest for revenge. But their new ally can’t be trusted—and he knows her darkest secret. One betrayal could leave the war and Rayce’s life hanging in the balance, and Rose will need to make the ultimate sacrifice to save them all.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/37904177-war-of-the-wilted




Under The Milky Way by Vanessa Barneveld – Chapter by Chapter Tour

Under The Milky Way is now out! Happy publication day to Vanessa Barneveld. Check out this post and start reading now with the excerpt.

Thank you Chapter by Chapter and Entangled Teen for having me!


Under The Milky Way – Synopsis

Under the milky way

Under the Milky Way by Vanessa Barneveld

Publication Date: August 10, 2021

Publisher: Entangled Teen

Nothing ever happens in Dawson, Colorado.

Until high school senior Cassidy Roekiem’s mom checks into a “wellness center,” but nothing is wrong with her.

Then people start seeing lights in the sky and missing chunks of time, but the town insists nothing is going on.

And now Hayden, the new boy at school who keeps to himself and is more than a little mysterious, starts to notice her like it’s nothing out of the ordinary.

Suddenly, “nothing” is starting to feel a whole lot like something. And everything leads back to Hayden. The boy she’s starting to fall for. The boy with too many dark secrets for his kind heart. The boy she’s pretty sure isn’t human…


Excerpt

In this excerpt, here’s your first look at the stars of UNDER THE MILKY WAY, Cassidy and the mysterious newcomer Hayden…

 

 

“Cassidy Roekiem! Earth to Cassidy Roekiem!”

 

I jolt awake at the mangled sound of my last name…and laughter. For the record, it’s ROO-keem, not Ro-ECKY-em. The weight of twenty pairs of eyes burns into the back of my head. Damn. I’d fallen asleep in class. Again. A puddle of saliva marks the spot where my head had rested. I wipe it with my sleeve, and snatches of the dream I was in the middle of fade into oblivion.

 

It’s not so much the public drooling that’s freaking me out. For the past few months, my habit of falling asleep whenever, wherever, has gotten worse. A spontaneous snooze during class is bad enough. But what if it happens while I’m driving on the freeway? My parents took me to a sleep clinic a few years back, but the doctors there couldn’t find anything physically wrong with me. According to them, the best cure is to get more zzz’s. Maybe just not in class.

 

My sharp-nosed biology teacher, Ms. Walters, continues. “Since you were here in body but not in spirit for the past ten minutes, you are cordially required to join me today at 3:15 for detention.”

 

What kind of sadist gives out that kind of punishment on a Friday? Doesn’t she have something better to do? I open my mouth to protest, to tell her I have urgent business to take care of after school. But an audible yawn comes out instead.

 

Ms. Walters rolls her eyes. I sit up straighter and try to pay attention to her lecture on panspermia.

 

“Now,” she drones on, “the theory of bacteria being distributed across the universe on dust particles and evolving into complex alien life-forms is an exciting one.”

 

Somebody behind me pipes up enthusiastically. “Are you saying there are real E.T.’s out there?”

 

“Tony, when I say, ‘complex alien life-forms,’ I’m not talking about little beings with big eyes and glowing fingers. No, I mean bacteria and…”

 

Tony clicks his tongue in disappointment.

 

My mind drifts once more to anything but free-floating bacteria. The new kid in the seat beside me, Hayden McSomething, is playing with his phone, making the screen flash on and off. Out of the corner of my eye, I spy Hayden’s jean-clad right leg sliding toward my chair, inch by inch. His seat squeaks as he quickly folds his leg back to its original position. I can’t blame him for feeling restless.

 

I’m not sure what his issue is with this period, but I am more than ready to ditch my classes. I have Important Things to do for Mom. Even exploring the mysteries of the universe seems trivial in comparison.

 

White light persistently blips from Hayden’s phone. It’s annoying as hell. My head thumps to the beat—blip, blip, blip. Rubbing my temples, I sneak a sideways look at him, but he’s not watching the teacher or his phone. He’s staring at me.

 

Is he signaling me?

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Link to Tour Schedule:

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About the author:

Australian Vanessa Barneveld lives in a 19th-century house in inner-city Sydney with a 21st-century husband, two eccentric cats and one ghost—all of whom provide inspiration for her spirited novels. In addition to her writing career, she’s part of a crack team that produces closed captions for deaf TV viewers and audio descriptions for the blind. An avid traveler, she enjoys the journeys almost as much as the destinations. She freely admits to being food motivated and will stop at nothing to find the perfect hot chips wherever she roams around the world.

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The Secret of Dartwood Manor by N.A. Triptow – MTMC Tours

Today I’m excited to participate in the Creative Blog Tour for The Secret of Dartwood Manor by N.A. Triptow hosted by MTMC Tours! Enter a world of myth and magic through this contemporary fantasy reimagining of Jane Austen’s beloved classic, Sense and Sensibility. On sale this week for $0.99!!

Thank you so much, MTMC Tours, for having me in this tour.

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Rayna’s Sacrifice by A.D. Lombardo – Blackberry Book Tours

Today, I’m so very excited to feature Rayna’s Sacrifice by A.D. Lombardo. This YA Fantasy novel is the third installment in The Katori Chronicles. Thank you so much, Blackberry Book Tours, for having me in this tour.

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Cold The Night, Fast The Wolves by Meg Long – Wednesday Books

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Today, I’m so very excited to review Cold The Night, Fast The Wolves by Meg Long. Published by Wednesday Books, this little YA SciFi gem will be released on January 11, 2022. This is an action packed with I’ve rarely read before. Hold on tight, this book is quite the ride.

Thank you so much, Wednesday Books, for sending me this e-arc. This review is unbiased and entirely my own.

Continue reading Cold The Night, Fast The Wolves by Meg Long – Wednesday Books

Cover reveal – Under the Milky Way by Vanessa Barneveld – Entangled Teen

Today, I’m so very excited to reveal the cover of Under the Milky Way by Vanessa Barneveld. Published by Entangled Teen, this little gem will be released on August 3, 2021. Isn’t it gorgeous?!

Thank you so much, Entangled Teen and Chapter by Chapter tour, for having me on this cover reveal tour.

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Cover reveal – Curse of Shadows by A.K. Wilder – Entangled Teen

Today, I’m very excited to reveal the cover of Curse of Shadows (Amassia #2) by A.K. Wilder. Entangled Teen once again is presenting another great read. How gorgeous is this cover?!?

Get lost in the adventure and fantasy of the Amassa series, which SLJ called “a magical, enthralling world that keeps readers engaged from the first page,” perfect for fans of Shadow and Bone or The Bone Witch. Secrets will be revealed and choices will be made as Ash, Marcus, and Kaylin race to raise their phantoms and save the world.

Publication Date: January 4, 2021

Thank you so much, Entangled Teen and Chapter by Chapter, for having me on this cover reveal tour.

Continue reading Cover reveal – Curse of Shadows by A.K. Wilder – Entangled Teen

Cover reveal – Charm by Tracy Wolff – Entangled Teen

Today, I’m so very excited to reveal CHARM’s cover – this new awesome cover of Crave’s fifth installment by Tracy Wolff. Seriously, check out that amazing cover! Isn’t it gorgeous?!

Entangled Teen is thrilled to announce CHARM, a new fifth book in the instant New York Times bestselling Crave Series by NYT bestselling author Tracy Wolff, where we’ll learn what really happened between Grace and Hudson those four months they were trapped together!

Thank you so much, Entangled Teen, for having me on this cover reveal tour.

Continue reading Cover reveal – Charm by Tracy Wolff – Entangled Teen

These Feathered Flames by Alexandra Overy – Inkyard Press

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Today, I’m excited to feature These Feathered Flames by debut author Alexandra Overy. Three Dark Crowns meets Wicked Saints in this queer #ownvoices retelling of “The Firebird,” a Russian folktale. This novel was released April 20, 2021 and is published by Inkyard Press.

Thank you so much, Inkyard Press, for having me on this tour.

Continue reading These Feathered Flames by Alexandra Overy – Inkyard Press

The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman by Julietta Henderson – Mira Press

THE FUNNY THING ABOUT NORMAN FOREMAN BY JULIETTE HENDERSON

Today, I’m excited to feature The Funny Thing about Norman Foreman by Julietta Henderson. This humourous, Coming of Age novel was released yesterday, April 13, 2021 and is published by Mira Press.

Thank you so much, Mira Press, for having me on this tour.

Continue reading The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman by Julietta Henderson – Mira Press

Off Limits by Jerica MacMillan – Grey’s Promo

Today, I’m excited to review Off Limits by Jerica MacMillan. This steamy new adult romance releases tomorrow, February 18, 2021. If you love brother’s best friend romance, sexy athletes, and stories, Off Limits is what you’re looking for!

Check out my review. Thank you so much, Grey’s Promotion, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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Unforgotten by Garrett Leigh – Carina Press

Today, I’m excited to feature Unforgotten by Garrett Leigh. This charming LGBT adult romance releases today, February 16, 2021 and is published by Carina Press.

Check out my review and there is a little excerpt for you inside 🙂 Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

Continue reading Unforgotten by Garrett Leigh – Carina Press

Unbound, edited by Emily Colin & Madeline Dyer – MTMC Tours

Today I’m excited to participate in the release day tour of UNBOUND: Stories of Transformation, Love, and Monsters edited by Emily Colin & Madeline Dyer! What do a yogurt-loving mummy, a violinist on the brink, and a medieval pirate queen in love with a ghost have in common?

They’re all featured in UNBOUND—a YA anthology where the weird and wonderful take center stage, and the only constant is that things never stay the same. Unbound releases TODAY (February 15th, 2021) from Five Points Press.

Thank you so much, MTMC, for having me on this tour.

Continue reading Unbound, edited by Emily Colin & Madeline Dyer – MTMC Tours

Kill Or Cure by Pixie Britton + Q&A with narrator + Review – MTMC Tours

Today I’m excited to participate in the Creative Blog Tour for Kill or Cure by Pixie Britton hosted by MTMC Tours! Kill or Cure is the gut-wrenching first book in the Kill or Cure post-apocalyptic dystopian teen fiction series. If you like feisty young heroines, struggles against chaos, and teenage love, then you’ll adore Pixie Britton’s action-packed trilogy! The ebook is ON SALE for 99c during the tour!

Thank you so much, MTMC, for having me on this tour.

Continue reading Kill Or Cure by Pixie Britton + Q&A with narrator + Review – MTMC Tours

Cover Reveal – Not Pretending Anymore by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward

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Cover Reveal Alert!!

Today I’m excited to participate in the cover reveal of Not Pretending Anymore by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward! This book will be released on April 12, 2021. I don’t know about you but I’m very excited about it. It sounds soo good.

Check below the amazing (and HOT) cover and make sure to add this book to your TBR!! Thank you to both authors and Give Me Books PR for having me on this reveal.

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WWW Wednesday – Weekly Reading Update – 02/03/2021

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This meme was formerly hosted by MizB at A Daily Rhythm and is now hosted by Sam at Taking on a World of Words.

It consists of answering these three questions:

  • What are you currently reading?
  • What did you recently finish reading?
  • What do you think you’ll read next?

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A Typical Writing day by Angie BarretT – Chapter by Chapter Blog Tour

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Today, I’m excited to share this guest post with you. To celebrate her new novel, Angie Barrett, author of Love Spells and Other Disasters, talks about what a typical writing day looks like for her. His YA contemporary novel hit the shelves on February 1, 2021 and is published by Entangled Teen.

Thank you so much, Chapter by Chapter, for having me on this tour.

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Release day – Mortal remains by Mary Ann Fraser – MTMC Tours

Happy Publication Day!

Today I’m excited to participate in the release day tour of MORTAL REMAINS by Mary Ann Fraser! In this Edward Scissorhands meets Six Feet Under gothic romance, aspiring-cosmetologist Lily McCrae jeopardizes her family funeral home’s future when she falls for a boy named Adam, who is supposedly dead. Can she save the family’s mortuary she hopes to inherit and unravel Adam’s dark secrets? Find out. Mortal Remains is in stores today.

Check out below and make sure to add this book to your TBR!! Thank you, MTMC Tours, for having me on this tour and partnering with me for an incredible IG international giveaway.

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Beneath The Crimson Willow by Martin Niewood – Smith Publicity

Beneath The Crimson Willow by Martin Niewood

Today I’m featuring a new young adult fantasy novel, Beneath The Crimson Willow by Martin Niewood! This book was released on January 12, 2021.

Start reading today and make sure to add this book to your TBR!! Thank you, Smith Publicity, for sharing this excerpt with us.

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Cover Reveal – The Dark Queen by M. Dalto – The Parliament Press

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Cover Reveal Alert!!

Today I’m excited to participate in the cover reveal of The Dark Queen, book 4 (and final book) in the Empire Saga series! This book releases on November 2, 2021, from The Parliament House Press.

Check below the amazing cover and make sure to add this book to your TBR!! Thank you, The Parliament House, for having me on this reveal.

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This Golden Flame by Emily Victoria – Inkyard Press

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Today, I’m excited to feature This Golden Flame by Emily Victory, an #ownvoices debut. This YA Fantasy novel is described as An Ember in the Ashes meets Mask of Shadows.

This debut novel will be released February 2, 2021 and is published by Inkyard Press. Thank you so much, Inkyard Press, for having me on this tour.

Continue reading This Golden Flame by Emily Victoria – Inkyard Press

WWW Wednesday – Weekly Reading Update – 01/27/2021

WWW Wednesday - Weekly Reading Update - 08/13/2020

This meme was formerly hosted by MizB at A Daily Rhythm and is now hosted by Sam at Taking on a World of Words.

It consists of answering these three questions:

  • What are you currently reading?
  • What did you recently finish reading?
  • What do you think you’ll read next?

Continue reading WWW Wednesday – Weekly Reading Update – 01/27/2021

Unchosen by Katharyn Blair – Katherine Tegen/MBC

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Today, I’m excited to feature Unchosen by Katharyn Blair. Fans of Seafire and The Fifth Wave, the thrilling adventure is out today and published by Katherine Tegen/HarperCollins.

Thank you so much, MB Communications, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

Continue reading Unchosen by Katharyn Blair – Katherine Tegen/MBC

Forgiven by Garrett Leigh – Carina Press

Today, I’m excited to feature Forgiven by Garrett Leigh. The charming adult romance will be out on January 25, 2021 and is published by Carina Press.

Check out my review and there is a little excerpt for you inside 🙂 Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

Continue reading Forgiven by Garrett Leigh – Carina Press

WWW Wednesday – Weekly Reading Update – 01/20/2021

WWW Wednesday - Weekly Reading Update - 08/13/2020

This meme was formerly hosted by MizB at A Daily Rhythm and is now hosted by Sam at Taking on a World of Words.

It consists of answering these three questions:

  • What are you currently reading?
  • What did you recently finish reading?
  • What do you think you’ll read next?

Continue reading WWW Wednesday – Weekly Reading Update – 01/20/2021

Cover Reveal – Shadow by Kara Swanson – MTMC Tours

Cover Reveal - Shadow by Kara Swanson

Cover Reveal Alert!!

Today I’m excited to participate in the cover reveal of Shadow by Kara Swanson, book 2 in the Heirs of Neverland duology! In this YA Retelling of Peter Pan, the truth about Neverland is far more dangerous than a fairy tale. SHADOW releases on July 21st, 2021 from Enclave Publishing but you can start the journey to Neverland with book 1, DUST.

Check below the amazing cover and make sure to add this book to your TBR!! Thank you, MTMC Tours, for having me on this tour and partnering with me for an incredible giveaway.

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Q&A with Mike Chen, We Could Be Heroes – MIRA Books

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Today, I’m excited to host a Q&A with Mike Chen, author of We Could Be Heroes. His science fiction novel will hit the shelves on January 26, 2021 and is published by Mira Books.

Thank you so much, Mira Books, for having me on this tour.

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Q&A with Elizabeth Chatsworth, The Brass Queen – Smith Publicity

The Brass Queen by Elizabeth Chatsworth is now out in the world. To celebrate her new release, I’m thrilled to host this Q&A today with the author, Elizabeth Chatsworth.

Learn more about the author, her writing process and her new book! Thank you so much, Smith Publicity, for partnering with me.

Continue reading Q&A with Elizabeth Chatsworth, The Brass Queen – Smith Publicity

One Of The Good Ones by Maika Moulite and Maritza Moulite – Inkyard Press

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Today, I’m excited to feature One of The Good Ones by Maika Moulite and Maritza Moulite. A shockingly powerful exploration of the lasting impact of prejudice and the indomitable spirit of sisterhood that will have readers questioning what it truly means to be an ally, from sister-writer duo Maika Moulite and Maritza Moulite, authors of Dear Haiti, Love Alaine.

This YA contemporary was released yesterday, January 5, 2021 and is published by Inkyard Press. Thank you so much, Inkyard Press, for having me on this tour.

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House of El: The Shadow Threat by Claudia Gray/Eric Zawadzki – DC Comics

Today, I’m excited to partner with DC Comics for the release of House of El: The Shadow Threat written by Claudia Gray and illustrated by Eric Zawadzki. Known for her acclaimed Star Wars novels, Evernight series and other sci-fi/fantasy works, YA author Claudia Gray is coming to DC this month to tell a brand-new vision of the destruction of Krypton, one of comics’ most famous tragedies.

Get a preview of this incredible story today! Thank you so much DC Comics for the free copy.

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Book Review: Namesake by Adrienne Young – Wednesday books

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After falling in love with Fable, I’m excited to review this thrilling sequel, Namesake. Adrienne Young concludes this duology with an epic adventure where the stakes are even higher than before. Set to be released on March 16, 2021, this YA fantasy novel is published by Wednesday Books.

Thank you so much, NetGalley and Wednesday Books, for the free e-copy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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2020 Year review – What happened, Lessons Learned and New Plan

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I believe it’s safe to say that 2020 is a year we’ll all remember and we’re all happy it came to an end. This year, we all proved how vulnerable, resilient, and adaptable we can be when facing adversity. I’ve always considered myself to be an optimist, someone who always tries to look at the bright side even when things go to sh#*! But even I can say that things got a bit intense this year.

So today, instead of reviewing a book, I decided to review this year. Yep! I’m doing it! Also, I’ve decided to write what I’ve learned from this year and what my plan will be for this new year. Told you I like to look at the bright side… I do not lie. 🙂

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Prince of Typgar Series by Krishna Sudhir + IG Giveaway – Smith Publicity

The first in the series, Nujran and the Monks of Meirar was released in 2017.  Now Krishna is back to continue Nujran’s journey in Nujran and the Corpse in the Quadrangle [Notion Press, 2020], the second book in the series. Nujran and the Corpse in the Quadrangle is a fast-paced adventure with elements of sci-fi, fantasy, and magical realism, and that extra interesting element of traditional Indian mythology. 

Learn more about this book and enter the IG US giveaway for a chance to win a paperback copy of book 1 AND 2! Thank you so much, Smith Publicity, for partnering with me and offering everyone in the US a chance to win a copy.

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Book Review: You Have A Match by Emma Lord – Wednesday books

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Today, I’m excited to review this charming young adult contemporary novel. You Have A Match, written by Emma Lord, is set to be released on January 12, 2021 and published by Wednesday Books.

Thank you so much, NetGalley and Wednesday Books, for the gifted e-copy. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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I Am Not Starfire by Mariko Tamaki/Yoshi Yoshitani – DC Comics

I Am Not Starfire by Mariko Tamaki/Yoshi Yoshitani

DC REVEALS FIRST LOOK AND NEW DETAILS AT I AM NOT STARFIRE – New Young Adult Graphic Novel from Acclaimed Author Mariko Tamaki and Artist Yoshi Yoshitani Reimagines Iconic Teen Titans Super Hero in a Fun, Heartwarming Exploration of Mother-Daughter Relationships and Learning to Embrace What Makes Us Different. This book hits stores August 10, 2021.

Get a preview of this incredible story today! Thank you so much DC Comics for sharing the details with me.

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Her Marine Next Door by Aliyah Burke – Entangled Publishing/Xpresso Tours

Her Marine Next Door by Aliyah Burke is a steamy contemporary romance that will make you swoon. The book was released on December 14, 2020 and to celebrate the release, you can find an excerpt and an International giveaway below. ( $15 Amazon gift card)

Learn more about this book and start reading. Thank you so much, Entangled Publishing and Xpresso Book Tours, for having me on this tour.

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An Heir Comes To Rise by C.C. Peñaranda – MTMC Tours

An Heir Comes To Rise by C.C. Peñaranda book tour

Today I’m excited to participate in the cover reveal of An Heir Comes to Rise by C.C. Peñaranda! Fans of A Court of Thorns & Roses and Red Queen will enjoy this first installment in a gripping new fantasy series that portrays the unbreakable strength of friendship, the struggle for honor, and the ache of sacrifice. An Heir Comes to Rise releases on February 25th, 2021!

Here’s the beautiful cover done by @alicemariapower (cover illustrator) & @whimsybookcovers (cover designer).

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Teddy Spenser Isn’t looking For Love by Kim Fielding – Carina Press

Today, I’m excited to feature Teddy Spenser Isn’t looking For Love by Kim Fielding. The (LGBTQ+) adult romance will be out on December 29 and is published by Carina Press.

Check out the little excerpt for you inside 🙂 Thank you so much, Harlequin/Carina Press, for gifting me an e-copy of this book.

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