Showing posts with label author spotlight. Show all posts
Showing posts with label author spotlight. Show all posts

Sunday, May 26, 2013

BLOG TOUR and GIVEAWAY: Why My Love Life Sucks by Shevi Arnold




Book Info-
Title-Why My Love Life Sucks
Series-The Legend of Gilbert the Fixer Book # 1
By- Shevi Arnold
Published-March 23, 2010



Blurb-

Seventeen-year-old Gilbert Garfinkle is the ultimate tech geek. He likes to take apart, figure out, and fix things, and he dreams of someday fixing the world. But now his own life has been taken apart by the one thing he'll never be able to figure out. Her name is Amber, and she's a gorgeous girl with a killer smile who wants to turn him into her platonic BFF--literally forever! It's the ultimate geek's ultimate nightmare, and it leaves Gilbert asking life's ultimate question: "Why me?" 

Why My Love Life Sucks is a funny novel about geeks, girls, gadgets, vampires, and the start of a most unlikely friendship. It's the first book in The Legend of Gilbert the Fixer, the series that  proves it takes the ultimate geek to be the ultimate hero.

  
Links-

Goodreads 

And here's the book trailer: 

Amazon

Barnes & Noble 

Smashwords 

Freado (where you can start reading the book for free)

About the Author-



I've always been super geeky about comedy, fantasy and science fiction.

When I was little, I'd take them apart and analyze them, kind of like what Gilbert Garfinkle--the hero of Why My Love Life Sucks--does with electronics. This continued into my college years, when I majored in English Literature and Theater Studies.

For twelve years I worked in magazines and newspapers as an editorial cartoonist, illustrator, editor, arts-and-entertainment writer (specializing in children's entertainment and, of course, comedy), and a consumer columnist.

My last job was at the Jerusalem Post, but I had to quit when my family decided to move to New Jersey to pursue better education options for my autistic son.

This was in February 2001. Since then I've written 40 picture books and seven novels for kids and teens, four of which I've indie published. I was an ABNA quarterfinalist with Why My Love Life Sucks, and I won third place in SmartWriter's Write It Now contest in the the YA category (which was judged by Alex Flinn, the author of Beastly) for my romantic, YA ghost story, Ride of Your Life.

Links-
Pinterest- http://pinterest.com/shevistories/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SheviStories
Blog: http://shevi.blogspot.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/shevistories
Website: http://www.shevistories.com/Home.html
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/SheviStories
Goodreads-http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4027770.Shevi_Arnold


Facebook Event-
https://www.facebook.com/events/592818107403748/?context=create#

Giveaway Info-
Author is giving away-
3 ebook copies of Why My Love Life Sucks by Shevi Arnold -open internationally
1 paperback copy of Why My Love Life Sucks by Shevi Arnold- US only
5 signed bookmarks-US ONLY


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Sunday, February 3, 2013

BLOG TOUR: AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT: Thunderous by J.M. Schroder



The Author
J.M. Schroder



Biography
Jennie Schroder lives with her husband and three amazing and energetic children in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. She studies Court Reporting at Sumner College in Portland, Oregon. Her love of writing took off in her junior high school years in Mrs. Eckert’s Creative Writing Class. Now she is sharing the stories in her head with everyone because there are way too many to keep to herself. If not writing, seeking out readers, interacting and thanking her amazing supporters, or daydreaming about her next story or being a very exhausted mother to 2 young boys and a teenage daughter, Jennie loves most to be playing with her family – indoors and out and reading.



Links
Website

Facebook

Twitter
@jmschroder

Amazon Author

Smashwords Author


The Book
Thunderstorm
Daughters of Eden Novel
Book 1
By: J. M. Schroder

Synopsis
What you thought about the BIBLE ....is about to CHANGE. What if you found out you were the granddaughter of the first woman, no not Eve, but Lilith? After 150 years Dika Edens, the oldest of 4 girls each destined to live forever finds out that very thing and that she must break the curse that was put in place when Eve sinned.  But first she must find her Aunt and Grandmother. 

Blurb
What you thought you knew about the BIBLE…
 is about to CHANGE.
What if you found out you were the granddaughter of the first woman, no not Eve, but Lilith? After 150 years Dika Edens, the oldest of 4 girls each destined to live forever finds out that very thing. She is not sure if it is a curse or a gift from the Gods. All she knows is the man that has informed her of this has way too much guilt on his shoulders regarding her and her past. Chrome is her Guardian but that does not mean he can protect her from everything. He should be the first one to know that - since he is the one telling her that she must save the world. 
My name is Dika, I am an American born Hungarian, Polish, Spanish Gypsy with a little bit of something special, born right here in the green state of Oregon, home of the Beavers. History would be changed in a matter of a few words spoken from the man that has been haunting my dreams. My sisters and I need to save the world and if we don't the Universe will cease to exist as we know it. 
My name is Chrome Jai, Dragon Guardian to Dika Edens, created to protect her from the evils of the first human woman mother of mankind. I will protect her as she fights to save the humans, but her first assignment will be to make it through the first 48 hours and find her Aunt and her Grandmother.
We will go together to hell and back just to fix the mess of the Gods and man.

Genre
Urban Fantasy/Paranormal Romance

Recommended Age Group
18 years and above

Length 
295 Pages

Publisher
Schroder & Associates

Average Rating
5 of 5 Stars

What People Are Saying About It
Completely sucked into this book....and that is no pun towards the vampires involved. Everyone, religious or not, has heard the major stories of the Bible....Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, and Samson and Delilah. This book is an incredible spin off those stories. 
Main characters Dika and Chrome are amazing. As Dika who views herself as plain an ordinary in comparison to her sisters is adored by her dragon Chrome. Any woman would consider herself blessed and lucky to be described as Chrome describes Dika. 
This book is action packed and now I am thoroughly disappointed that I have to wait for the next installments!" –Jeannie Christo, Goodreads reviewer

“This author is currently one of my new favorites!  Her stories are fast paced and well written.  I had to force myself to put my kindle down in order to sleep!” – Ashlee Vaughn 2012 Goodreads review

“Cool! It’s a great read!!”  Tamara Beard Goodreads reviewer


Hate being left hanging!!! More please???
 December 28, 2012 I was curious, when I read the blurb, as to how this spin would be a successful PNR, but Ms. Schroder makes it work. There are some typographical errors, but I was so engrossed in the story that it didn't really matter much. The heroine, Dika, grows throughout the story and the hero, Chrome Jai, is protective and strong... I can't wait to read the next book. I didn't get enough of the Daughters... I almost wish I'd found Thunderstorm after the author had released a few more in the series... Can I have more please? - Mandymonkey – Amazon Reviewer 2012


“I was lucky enough to read an ARC of Thunderstorm (Daughters of Eden) and all I can honestly say about it is this:
WOW!!!
I wasn't sure what to expect at first...I think we are all a little nervous, picking up an author we may not have heard of before. Now? Yeah- counting my LUCKY STARS!
From the very first pages, J.M. Schroder has her fingers into you and you are helpless to escape!
This wasn't at all what I'd expected. I ADORE Dika! She grows and as she learns who/what she is, I felt like I, the reader, was right there with her.
I would also, RIGHT NOW, like to ask Santa to add one Chrome Jai to my Christmas list!
This story is truly an original and honestly, I'm not sure five stars is even enough to rate it! TEN STARS wouldn't get us half way there!

I'm telling you right now..yeah...YOU! That person who is reading this and waffling...make the purchase! You will not be sorry you did!!” – Lisa Morgan (Beta Reader) Amazon Reviewer

“Excellent read! A different take on what started it all.
Excellent read! A different take on what started it all.”  - Pieman1 Barnes and Noble reviewer
“This book is an amazing book.  Dragons and Angels who could ask
This book is an amazing book.  Dragons and Angels who could ask for more.  And the women are the heros.” – Anonymous Barnes and Noble Reviewer


Links
Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Thunderstorm-Daughters-of-Eden-ebook/dp/B00APRACCE/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1356754765&sr=1-3&keywords=J.+M.+Schroder

Barnes & Noble
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/thunderstorm-j-m-schroder/1113982004?ean=2940016093888

All Romance Books
https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-thunderstorm-1026879-139.html

Novelnook
https://www.novelnook.com/genre-menu/fantasy-books/Thunderstorm.htm

 Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/daughtersofeden 

Goodreads
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16295790-thunderstorm

Smashwords
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/254642



Schedule
January 21
Promo
Jennifer Martinez
Books, Brownies and Barkers

January 22
Review
Sabrina Ford
Paranormal Palace
 
January 23
Character Interview
Doug Starr
 
January 24
Promo
Sarah L. Wallace
 
January 25
Author Interview
Danielle Green Linhart
 
January 26
Promo
Ann Snizek
The Rambling Voices in My Head
 
January 27
Review
Jamie Turner-Norton
Krystal Clear Book Reviews
 
January 28
Character Interview
Gemma Parkes
Living Loving with a Passion
 
January 29
Promo
Jadie Jones
 
January 30
Author Interview
Kim Curley
Cupcake’s Corner
 
January 31
Promo
Kristina Haecker
Kristina’s Books & More
 
February 1
Review
Tamara Beard
Tamara’s One Stop Indie Shop
 
February 2
Excerpt
Julia Hendrix
As You Wish Reviews
 
February 3
Author Spotlight
Mary Smith
 
February 4
Book 1 Spotlight
Andrea Coventry
Andi’s Book Reviews
 
February 5
Review
Skylynn Wicker
Wickedly Reviewed
 
February 6
Upcoming Book 2 in the Spotlight
Andrea Coventry
Andi’s Book Reviews
 
February 7
Author Spotlight
Lisa Adams
 
Author interview
Rai Willis
 
February 8
Excerpt
Sabina Bundgaard
Dangerous Romance
 
February 9
Review
Autumn Wrought
Paperrdolls
 
February 10
Promo
Jenese L.
Reader Confession
 
February 11
Author Interview
Tabatha Jones
Phoenix Fire Publishing
 
 
February 12
Book Two Cover
Tabetha Jones
 
February 13
Character Interview
Tabetha Jones
The Sweetness
 
February 14
Review
Amina Black
 
February 15
Promo
Becky Johnson
Bex -n- Books

 
February 16
Author Interview & Review
Tammy Hall
Tammy’s Tea Time
 
February 17
Excerpt from Book 2
Heather Gunter
Into the Night Reviews
 
February 18
Character Interview
Steph C. Brentson
Starry Night Book Reviews
 
February 19
Review
Grinelda Markowitz
The Pearly Droplets
 
February 20
Promo
Felicia Tatum
Lost in a Sea of Words
 
February 21
Interview & Giveway
Shaye
Candy Coated Books Blog
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Thursday, December 6, 2012

BLOG TOUR: The In Between by Catherine Converse



‘The In Between 
By: Catherine Converse

Synopsis:

Two girls with opposing backgrounds join a secret intelligence agency located deep in the earth, where their psychic dreams are used to prevent murder. As the girls form a unique friendship, they begin to dream about the same serial case, triggering a chaos that spirals through the agency tunnels, and proves the lives they need to save are their own. 





 Genre Young Adult Sci-fi/Fantasy Action Suspense 
 Recommended Age Group For Readers Aged 13 Years & Up 
 Length 297 Pages 
 Publisher Golden Dot Publishing 
 Average Rating 4.5 of 5 Stars 

 What People Are Saying About It 

"...immediately captivated. There are only a handful of books that have done this to me in the past and they have become BLOCKBUSTER MOVIES (Harry Potter Series, Twilight, and Hunger Games). I hold this book in the same regards as these others...The imagination of this author is unbelievable!" -Amy Dewey, NC, Amazon Reviewer 

 "... a riveting page-turner filled with unexpected twists, action, suspense, raw emotion, and thankfully some romance that is refreshingly engaging and sincere. I'm eagerly awaiting the next adventure!" -Michael, MT. Amazon Reviewer. 

 "The way that the "Visionaries" can see the future and try to stop murders is very cool...and then it gets all twisty and action-packed. I was riveted to my Kindle from the first page to the last and OMG that was a crazy ending!! I need the next one NOW!" --Indie Book Reviewer 

 "..."FREAKINFFANTABULOUSLYAMAZING" I don't feel that totally says it about it, ...I loved this book, words can't describe my amazement towards it." -Cassie, Goodreads Reviewer

 "The In Between takes you on a thrill ride reminiscent of The Matrix and The Hunger Games. The author draws you in through the two widely disparate lead characters...you find yourself breathless to see what happens next." -- J. Lake, Montana 

 "I loved this book! I read so much YA paranormal/fantasy/ sci-fi it all starts to seem sorta the same after a while. Not with this book! Author Catherine Converse creates a wholly original world and characters that felt refreshingly new." --Indie Book Reviewer

 "...Converse captures the reader's hearts with characters we can all relate to, while providing vivid descriptions of locations that makes you yearn to be there. You won't want to miss out on this exciting tale that easily warrants you to keep the pages turning." -- K. Gardner, Montana

 Links



 The Author:
 Catherine Converse


Biography

Catherine Converse lives with her husband and four amazing children in beautiful Montana. She studied Business at Carroll College and graduate work in Marketing Communications at West Virginia University. Her love of writing took off in her years working as a marketing consultant using creative writing to sell. Now she uses it to take readers on an adventure, or to share her passions. If not writing, seeking out readers, interacting and thanking her amazing supporters, or musing on motherhood chaos, Catherine loves most to be playing with her family – indoors and out, and focusing upward to show God her gratitude for such a blessed life.



Links

Website
http://catherineconversebooks.com/

Facebook
facebook.com/catherineconversebooks

Twitter
@catconverse

Amazon Author
http://www.amazon.com/Catherine-Converse/e/B0091ZQB44/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_1

Smashwords Author
https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/catherineconverse


The Schedule

December 1
Andi’s Young Adult Books
http://andisyoungadult.blogspot.com/

December 2
A Little Bit of R&R
www.alittlebitofrnrreviews.com

December 3
Author Jinni James
http://authorjinnijames.blogspot.com

December 4
Universana
http://universana.blogspot.com

December 5
Indie Designz
http://www.indiedesignz.com/blog

December 6
Book Nerds Across America
www.booknerdsacrossamerica.com

December 7
Ever and Ever Sight
http://everandeversight.blogspot.com/

December 8
Book Crazy
http://bookcrazy123.blogspot.co.uk/

December 9
Books, Brownies and Barkers
booksnbrownies.blogspot.com

December 10
Dina's Thoughts
http://dinasthoughtblog.blogspot.com/

December 11
Krystal Clear Book Reviews
http://krystalclearbookreviews.wordpress.com/

December 12
R&M Fab Book Reviews
http://rmfabbookreviews.blogspot.com/

December 13
The Library at the END of the Universe
http://libraryendofuniverse.blogspot.com/

December 14
Sassy Cassie's Reviews
http://cassiesreviewsde-la-mazing.blogspot.com/

December 15
Bex 'n' Books
http://bexnbooks.blogspot.com.au

December 16
Brianna Lee Book Reviews
http://www.briannaleereviews.blogspot.com

December 17
Kerri Williams- Writer of Romance
http://kerriwilliams-writerofromance.blogspot.com.au/

December 18
Recent Reads
http://www.recentread.com/

December 19
Books Complete Me
http://www.bookscompleteme.com/

December 20
Read Between The Lines
www.rbtlreviews.com

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