0 Review: Aoléon The Martian Girl: A Science Fiction and Fantasy Saga - Part 3: The Hollow Moon, written and illustrated by Brent LeVasseur

Book Title: Aoléon The Martian Girl: A Science Fiction and Fantasy Saga - Part 3: The Hollow Moon, written and illustrated by Brent LeVasseur

Category:  Middle-Grade, 120 pages
Genre: Science-fiction and Fantasy
Publisher: Aoléon Press
Release date: February 1, 2015
Content Rating: G

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Book Description:

Spying on the Luminon, Aoléon and Gilbert uncover his plot to steal Earth’s milk cows and make the disturbing discovery that the Martian leader plans to disrupt Mars’s galact supply. The duo races to warn Aoléon’s father, Deimos, a manager at the galactworks, before the Luminon’s saboteur can act.

While still on the run, Aoléon takes her pilot’s exam so she can join the Martian intergalactic exploration fleet. However, during the test-run, something goes horribly wrong. The two are put in a life-threatening situation and only Bizwat, Aoléon’s Procyon commando friend, can save them.

Gilbert finally gets his chance to learn to skyboard, but the lesson turns into a test of skill as he and Aoléon are chased by the Royal Paladin Guard.

Will they survive?

Don't miss this exciting part 3 of 5 of the middle-grade sci-fi series Aoleon The Martian Girl.

My Thoughts:
The action really begins to ramp up with this third installment of Aoleon: The Martian Girl. The main characters, Aoleon and Gilbert, have been given the task of investigating the Martian leaders, known as the Lumion. That is where we pick up the story. They are trying to learn more about the Lumion’s plans, and oh boy, they get much more than they bargained for. Action, adventure, intrigue, and peril await our teenage heroes. 
I am so digging this series. It is a lot of fun. I love the setting. LeVasseur is creating a beautiful picture of the surroundings. The chemistry between Aoleon and Gilbert is blossoming. Aoleon’s flrtiness and their playful, “almost boyfriend/girlfriend” teenage banter is cute. I am about to start the fourth installment and am eagerly awaiting the chance to start. Once again, this is a must read for the young sci-fi fan of your family.

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Meet the Author:

Mr. LeVasseur enjoys crafting good stories based on lovable characters designed to translate well to multiple media formats such as books, games, movies, and toys. He lives in New York when he is not commuting between Southern California and Olympus Mons, Mars. His hobbies include writing, 3D animation, musical composition, and intergalactic space travel. He also enjoys various sports such as skiing, running, and exospheric skydiving.

Connect with Brent:   Website  ~  Twitter  ~  Facebook  ~  Aoléon: The Martian Girl 

2 Mademoiselle Chanel Book Blast and Giveaway

Please join author C.W. Gortner as his latest release, Mademoiselle Chanel, is featured around the blogosphere from March 17-April 3, and enter to win one of three fabulously chic, Chanel-style black and white beaded bracelets!

Publication Date: March 17, 2015

William Morrow/HarperCollins

Formats: Hardover, eBook, Audio Book

Genre: Historical Fiction

DRAMA, PASSION, TRAGEDY, AND BEAUTY: C.W.’s new novel stunningly imagines the life of Coco Chanel—the iconic fashion designer whose staggering creativity built an empire and made her one of the 20th century’s most influential, and controversial, figures.

Born into rural poverty, Gabrielle Chanel and her sisters are sent to a convent orphanage after their mother’s death. Here, the nuns nurture Gabrielle’s exceptional sewing skills, a talent that will propel her into a life far removed from the drudgery of her childhood.

Transforming herself into Coco—a seamstress and sometime torch singer—the petite brunette burns with ambition, an incandescence that draws a wealthy gentleman who will become the love of her life. She immerses herself in his world of money and luxury, discovering a freedom that sparks her creativity. But it is only when her lover takes her to Paris that Coco discovers her destiny.

Rejecting the frilly, corseted silhouette of the past, her sleek minimalist styles reflect the youthful ease and confidence of the 1920s modern woman. As Coco’s reputation spreads, her couturier business explodes, taking her into rarefied society circles and bohemian salons. Her little black dress, her signature perfume No. 5; her dramatic friendships, affairs, and rivalries with luminaries of her era increase her wealth and fame. But as the years pass, success cannot save her from heartbreak. And when Paris falls to the Nazis during World War II, Coco finds herself at a dangerous crossroads, forced to make choices that will forever change her.

An enthralling portrayal of an extraordinary woman who created the life she desired, Mademoiselle Chanel is Coco’s intimate story.

Praise for Mademoiselle Chanel

“In this deliciously satisfying novel, C.W. Gortner tells the epic, rags-to-riches story of how this brilliant, mercurial, self-created woman became a legend.” (Christina Baker Kline, New York Times bestselling author of Orphan Train)

“In a novel as brilliant and complicated as Coco Chanel herself, C. W. Gortner’s prose is so electric and luminous it could be a film, and not just any film, but one of the grandest biopics of our time. Divine!” (Erika Robuck, bestselling author of Hemingway's Girl)

“A richly imagined, deftly researched novel, in which the ever fascinating Coco Chanel comes to life in all her woe and splendor, her story unfolding as elegantly as a Chanel gown.” (Cathy Marie Buchanan, author of The Painted Girls)

“From her heart-wrenching early years through her decades of struggle and glory, Gabrielle Chanel was fascinating—as is C.W. Gortner’s Mademoiselle Chanel. Coco lives again in this rich tale of brilliance, determination, and fierce self-creation.” (Ania Szado, author of Studio Saint-Ex)

“Gortner brings to life a woman who was as alluring and captivating as her signature scent. ” (Historical Novels Review)

“Gortner brings history to life in a fascinating study of one woman’s unstoppable ambition.” (Booklist)

“Well-written and historically accurate . . . An homage to a couture icon whose influence is still powerful today.” (Kirkus Reviews)

Buy Mademoiselle Chanel

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About the Author

C.W. GORTNER holds an MFA in Writing with an emphasis in Renaissance Studies from the New College of California, as well as an AA from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in San Francisco.

After an eleven year-long career in fashion, during which he worked as a vintage retail buyer, freelance publicist, and fashion show coordinator, C.W. devoted the next twelve years to the public health sector. In 2012, he became a full-time writer following the international success of his novels.

In his extensive travels to research his books, he has danced a galliard at Hampton Court, learned about organic gardening at Chenoceaux, and spent a chilly night in a ruined Spanish castle. His books have garnered widespread acclaim and been translated into twenty-one languages to date, with over 400,000 copies sold. A sought-after public speaker. C.W. has given keynote addresses at writer conferences in the US and abroad. He is also a dedicated advocate for animal rights, in particular companion animal rescue to reduce shelter overcrowding.

C.W. recently completed his fourth novel for Ballantine Books, about Lucrezia Borgia; the third novel in his Tudor Spymaster series for St Martin's Press; and a new novel about the dramatic, glamorous life of Coco Chanel, scheduled for lead title publication by William Morrow, Harper Collins, in the spring of 2015.

Half-Spanish by birth and raised in southern Spain, C.W. now lives in Northern California with his partner and two very spoiled rescue cats.

For more information visit C.W. Gortner's website and blog. You can also find him on Facebook, Twittter, Goodreads, Pinterest, and YouTube. Sign up for C.W. Gortner's Newsletter for updates.

Mademoiselle Chanel Book Blast Schedule

Tuesday, March 17

Mina's Bookshelf

Oh, for the Hook of a Book!

So Many Books, So Little Time

Wednesday, March 18

Forever Ashley

History From a Woman's Perspective

Thursday, March 19

The Lit Bitch

100 Pages a Day

Friday, March 20

A Literary Vacation

Beth's Book Nook Blog

What Is That Book About

Saturday, March 21

Genre Queen

Sunday, March 22

A Bookish Girl

Monday, March 23

Let them Read Books

Tuesday, March 24

Unshelfish

The True Book Addict

Wednesday, March 25

Historical Fiction Connection

The Never-Ending Book

Thursday, March 26

Broken Teepee

Friday, March 27

The Maiden's Court

Saturday, March 28

Caroline Wilson Writes

Svetlana's Reads and Views

Sunday, March 29

Passages to the Past

Monday, March 30

Flashlight Commentary

To Read, Or Not to Read

I'd So Rather Be Reading

Tuesday, March 31

Book Lovers Paradise

Wednesday, April 1

Booktalk & More

Thursday, April 2

CelticLady's Reviews

Friday, April 3

Book Nerd

Luxury Reading

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2 Feature and Giveaway: TaleSpins by Michael Mullin

BOOK SYNOPSIS:

A trilogy of twisted fairytales & retellings for YA readers. Meet Creepy the unknown 8th dwarf and learn the truth about Snow White. Discover a teen princess who hires The Frog Prince witch to get revenge on a Mean Girl at school. And learn what happens when a man who lives high above ground encounters a boy thief named who ruins his night!

SHORT (OPENING) EXCERPT:

The stories we pass down from parent to child

Were once filled with darkness, but somehow turned mild.

We tweak and revise, and when all else fails

We choose to omit certain crucial details.

Until they're forgotten, and nobody knows

How a story originally, truthfully goes.

Take Snow White, for example. A popular tale

With plenty of unpleasant truths to unveil.

For instance, I’d wager that you didn’t know

Seven lived in that cottage … while one lived below.

And Check out the cover for Simon, a modern-day take on Hamlet. It's due out in April.

AUTHOR BIO:

Michael Mullin lives in Pasadena, CA, although all his sports allegiances remain in his native New England. The first TaleSpins story featuring Creepy the 8th dwarf is also available in graphic novel form (8: The Untold Story). In addition to those books, he also wrote the middle-grade humor/adventure titled Rocketboy: The Return of Dr. Megaton. Michael is also co-author of several titles in the award-winning Larry Gets Lost™ picture book series. His YA novel Simon, a modern-day take on Hamlet, is due out in April 2015.

He lives with his wife and their teenage twins. The kids pretty much run his life, despite his best efforts to appear as if he is running theirs.

LINKS:

http://www.amazon.com/TaleSpins-Michael-Mullin/dp/098518843X/

http://www.amazon.com/8-Untold-Story-Michael-Mullin/dp/0985188456

https://www.facebook.com/pages/8-The-Untold-Story/236407236402914

https://twitter.com/GemiknightPress

*GIVEAWAY*

Thanks to Michael Mullin, one of our lucky readers will win  a copy of  TaleSpins book, an 8: The Untold Story graphic novel (both signed, of course) + a cool T-shirt. Click here to check out the designs. Winner picks size and design. You must be at least 13 years old to enter. Giveaway is open to US addresses only. Please read giveaway rules before entering.

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0 Audio Book Review: Dark Skye by Kresley Cole

Title: Dark Skye (Immortals After Dark #14)
Author: Kresley Cole
Narrator: Robert Petkoff
Publisher: Simon and Schuster Audio
Published: August 5, 2014
Length: 14 hours and 59 minutes
ISBN13: 9781442370036

Genre: Fantasy

Source: Publisher

Summary:

Eternal Obsession
As a boy, Thronos, prince of Skye Hall, loved Lanthe, a mischievous Sorceri girl who made him question everything about his Vrekener clan. But when the two got caught in the middle of their families’ war, tragedy struck, leaving Thronos and Lanthe bitter enemies. Though centuries have passed, nothing can cool his seething need for the beautiful enchantress who scarred his body—and left an even deeper impression on his soul.

Endless YearningLanthe, a once-formidable sorceress struggling to reclaim her gifts, searches for love and acceptance with all the wrong immortal suitors. But she’s never forgotten Thronos, the magnificent silver-eyed boy who protected her until she was ripped from the shelter of his arms. One harrowing night changed everything between them. Now he’s a notorious warlord with a blood vendetta against Lanthe, hunting her relentlessly.

Can the heat of desire burn brighter than vengeance?
With their families locked in conflict and battles raging all around them, will Thronos and Lanthe succumb to the brutal chaos that threatens everything they cherish? Or will the fragile bond they formed so long ago spark a passion strong enough to withstand even the darkest doubts?

My Thoughts:

Can this really be #14? It seems like just yesterday I was reading the first book in this series. I mostly listened to this book on audio, but I did switch to the ebook from time to time. If you haven't listened to the audio books in this series it's a MUST. Robert Petkoff is an amazing narrator. He does an wonderful job with this series. I cannot recommend him enough! 

I have been anticipating this book for awhile. We've learned a bit about Lanthe and Thronos in some of the earlier books, but Dark Skye is where we get the full story. And really, a lot of their story is brought about by misunderstandings. However the fun in their story happens when they actually start communicating. I really liked their story. It's basically about two really different people (immortals) looking past their differences and what they think they know to be true, to find that they have a lot more in common than they think. 

I love that their story started when they were children. And how after all the crap they both had been through, there was still love. Also, I love the way that Nix always has an ace up her sleeve and meddles whether it's needed or not. I would love to know Nix's story. I definitely like this book more than I did the last one, and I look forward to the next one!

My Rating:

0 Cover Reveal: Within a Captain's Hold by Lisa A. Olech

Title: Within a Captain’s Hold
Author: Lisa Olech
Publisher: Lyrical Press

Captain Marcus James has plundered many things since being plucked from the sea and signing on as a pirate, but never a woman—not even one foolish enough to draw a weapon on him.

She was as dangerous as a lit cannon and couldn’t be more bad luck ‘less she had an albatross hangin’ round her neck.

At the end of the 17th Century during the Golden Age of Piracy, rule and law and social restrictions are the standard of the day. Even aboard a Privateer’s ship, the Articles signed by all crew members are the law of the sea. So what if the Captain violates the most steadfast of all rules and hides a woman aboard?

When the Scarlet Night pulls away from her fog-shrouded dock, Captain Marcus James fears nothing. With a Letter of Marque and Reprisal in his pocket, even the King’s noose is no longer a threat. An unknown danger lays in the hold of his ship that jeopardizes everything he’s fought for, including his life. Her name is Annalise.

Lady Annalise Gatherone isn’t your typical pampered aristocrat. She’s intrepid–and desperate. The blaze that took her family lit a fuse that pushes her into a frantic decision to save her life. In London, a murdering, lecherous Duke wants a new wife, and he’ll eliminate anyone who stands between him and Annalise. A Privateer’s ship is her only chance to escape to Port St. Maria and safety. Her plan would have been perfect if the Captain hadn’t changed course–and found her hiding place.

Within a Captain’s Hold is available at Amazon

Surrounded by men, Lisa considers herself an estrogen island in a sea of testosterone! This makes her queen!! Living in the beauty of New England she spends her free time tending the many gardens that surround her home and breathing fresh lake air.

She loves getting lost in a steamy book, finding the perfect pair of fabulous, sexy shoes and dreaming of her handsome heros.

Her creativity and deep sense of spirituality has filled her life with new and wondrous adventures. She believes in ghosts, silver linings, and happily ever afters!

For More Information:
Visit Lisa’s website. Connect with Lisa on Facebook  and Twitter.

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0 Review: Cinderella and the Ghost

Title: Cinderella and the Ghost (The Cursed Princes Book 4)
Author: Marina Myles
Publisher: Kensington
Published: February 17, 2015
Ebook, ARC
ISBN13: 9781601832832
Genre: Fantasy
Source: NetGalley





Summary:

A DANGEROUS ATTRACTION

When her demanding stepmother died, Ella Benoit knew just how far their fortunes had fallen, unlike her spoiled stepsisters. So she never expected the bequest from her late father. A chateau in France and the freedom to live her own life, all at once!

The chateau has seen better days, but Ella knows she can put the ruined house to rights. The life-size portrait of its first owner, Jean-Daniel Girard, seems to watch her work with approval, even pleasure. With bright blue eyes, strong features, and an athlete’s body, the viscount is a tempting sight even now, more than three hundred years after his tragic death. But the more she looks at the portrait, the more convinced Ella is that she’s met Jean-Daniel before. In another life, perhaps—or maybe, as the form who haunts the halls at night, invading Ella’s dreams…

My Thoughts:

A few weeks ago, I was in a reading slump. I picked up and put down several different books that I just could not get into. Was it the book's fault? Probably not. After some advice from fellow readers I decided to pick a book from a genre that I haven't read in awhile. Because who doesn't love fairy-tale retelling? It turns out Cinderella and the Ghost was the perfect book to get me out of my reading slump. 

I do want to begin by saying that though this book got me through, I didn't love it. There were a great many things to like about this book--Ella, a haunted portrait, a French chateau--but this book also had it's problems (at least for me).

Ella or Cinderella has lived a tumultuous life. Her father died when she was young, She had to take care of her evil stepmother, and her stepsisters were a joke. After her stepmother passed away, she learned that her father had left her a chateau in France. With the help of a close friend (who acts as her fairy godmother), Ella throws caution to the wind and moves to France. Once there, she's transfixed by a painting. A painting of a man that she swears she's met before. And this is where the mystery begins . . . 

I definitely liked the mystery aspect of this book; it's what kept me turning pages. What I didn't quite like was not understanding if this was a reincarnation or time-travel book. It seemed like both at times. It actually confused me a bit. Though I liked it, I also thought the story line was predictable. I also liked the chemistry between the two main characters: Ella and Jean-Daniel. I don't want to give too much of the story away, because it will ruin the reading experience for anyone who hasn't read it yet. And if you haven't, this would be a great book to read to de-stress. 

My Rating:

0 Michelle Murray shares her top ten favorite mythical creatures

Once upon Mystica there were six wizards, three light and three dark. One of the dark wizards, Midnight says a spell to trap the fellow wizards. The spell goes astray, trapping all the wizards including Midnight. One curious boy finds on of these stones and releases Midnight. Midnight is loose on Mystica, gathering an army and preparing for war. Miranda is an average college student until she starts having dreams of Mystica, she travels to Mystica following her dreams. Her dreams are leading her to find Lightning, a white wizard, and the only one that can stop Midnight. Follow Miranda through Mystica's Plains, Ice Caves, Forest of the Lost, and the Dragons Lair. Can Miranda find and release Lightning and save Mystica?

10 Favorite Mythological Creatures

Hello my name is Michelle Murray. I am the author of the young adult fantasy series The Dream Walker, Land of Mystic a Series. I live in Wisconsin with my husband and two young men (my children). My book is set in the magical, mystical world of Mystica. Since I am a fantasy writer, I was asked to list my top ten mythological creatures. Here is the list I came up with:

10. Griffins, They have the body of a lion and wings of an Eagle. They can fly and roar!

9. Phoenix, this magical bird dies and comes alive again by fire.

8. Centaurs, the body of a horse and torso of a man/woman. In Greek Mythology, there were good and evil ones. They were considered to be unpredictable and wild. Yet, there were some that lived in harmony with nature.

7. Pegasus, a winged horse and faithful companion.

6. Fairies, this mischievous creatures can be fun, playful, or spiteful. Plus, who doesn’t like a sprinkling of magical pixie dust?

5. Sirens, Sirens were women who lured men to their death. The story of these creatures has always intrigued me, it is mentioned in the Odyssey and several other fantasy books.

4 Minotaur, a creature with the head of a bull and the boy of a man trapped in a maze. You would be angry too if you were trapped in a maze with only young children to eat!

3 Orthrus, a two headed dog that guards the underworld. He is slain by Hercules. I don’t know about you, but I wouldn’t want to mess with a giant two headed dog!

2. Unicorn, a horse with a magical horn. There are many depictions in different cultures of the unicorn. Stories of men hunting these magical creatures down for their horn and blood. I wrote a poem about a unicorn, and it was published in a fantasy magazine. Their majesty, beauty, and magic have always inspired me.

1. Dragons, Dragons have many colors and species as well, from serpents in the water to magical flying beasts. Robin Hobb does a fantastic job of delving into dragons stories in The Dragon Keeper series. I have a baby dragon, Skye, in my book. Another series with dragons in it that I enjoy is the Dragon Lance series by Margaret Weiss, and Tracy Hickman.

These are the ones I came up with, what are some of your favorites?

0 Spotlight: The School of Night by Colin Falconer

Publication Date: October 7, 2014

Cool Gus Publishing

Formats: eBook, Paperback

Pages: 168

Series: The William Shakespeare Detective Agency

Genre: Historical Mystery

"My name is William Shakespeare. No, not that Shakespeare; and no jests please, I’ve heard them all. I’m the other one, the ne’er do well cousin, the loafer, known to family and friends as the dunce, the one who could not recite Cicero or Horace, who could never be as good as his clever cuz, the one who has just come to Bishopsgate from Stratford with silly dreams in his head and a longing to make something more of himself than just a glover’s handyman.”

What he finds in London is Lady Elizabeth Talbot, who is willing to pass a few shillings to this blundering brawler if he will help her find her husband. Poor William does not realize the trail will lead to the truth behind the death of Shakespeare’s great rival, Christopher Marlowe - or to a lifelong love affair with a woman far above his station.

Each book tells the story of William’s adventures as England’s first gumshoe, set against turbulent Elizabethan politics; of his romantic pursuit of the impossible Elizabeth Talbot; while charting the career of his up and coming dramatist cousin, the bard of Stratford, but just Will to his family.

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About the Author

Born in London, Colin first trialed as a professional football player in England, and was eventually brought to Australia. He went to Sydney and worked in TV and radio and freelanced for many of Australia’s leading newspapers and magazines. He has published over twenty novels and his work has so far been translated into 23 languages.

He travels regularly to research his novels and his quest for authenticity has led him to run with the bulls in Pamplona, pursue tornadoes across Oklahoma and black witches across Mexico, go cage shark diving in South Africa and get tear gassed in a riot in La Paz.

He currently lives in Barcelona.

For more information please visit Colin Falconer’s website. You can also find him on Facebook or follow on Twitter.

The School of Night Blog Tour Schedule

Monday, March 16

Interview & Giveaway at View From the Birdhouse

Tuesday, March 17

Excerpt at I Heart Reading

Spotlight at Genre Queen

Wednesday, March 18

Review at 100 Pages a Day

Spotlight at Caroline Wilson Writes

Thursday, March 19

Interview at Becky on Books

Spotlight at What Is That Book About

Friday, March 20

Spotlight at To Read, or Not to Read

Monday, March 23

Review & Giveaway at The True Book Addict

Spotlight at Historical Fiction Connection

Tuesday, March 24

Review at It's a Mad, Mad World

Thursday, March 26

Review at Quirky Book Reviews

Friday, March 27

Review at Griperang's Bookmarks

Tuesday, March 31

Review at Svetlana's Reads and Views

2 Feature: Elementals A Paranormal/Fantasy Romance Anthology

Elementals

A Paranormal/Fantasy Romance Anthology

By

Anne L. Parks

Annie Rose Welch

Lashell Collins

Dina Haynes

Book Blurb:

Four sisters wielding the power of the elements.

Four men who have vowed to protect them.

One mother’s quest to destroy them.

Experience the power of love in season.

The Prophecy (Spring):

Escaping from her mother, Gaia, Creator of All, was only the beginning for Aria Spring. Staying hidden will require protection from the one man she doesn’t trust to save anyone but himself. Responsible for breathing new life into the dormant world, Aria is determined to save it, and her elementals sisters from her mother’s vow of destruction.

Disbelieving the tall tales his father and grandfather told when he was a child, Eiden refuses to acknowledge his family’s legacy as Protector of the Spring. The draw to Aria, however, is too great for him to resist, and he finds himself unable to stay away from her. When he sees her powers in action with his own eyes, he can no longer deny the fierce need to protect her – even if it costs him his life.

Bayou Bleue (Summer):

Été Munson is the fiery daughter of Gaia, the Creator of All, and the reason why the season of summer exists. But when Gaia decides the Earth is too ominous to keep, her plan sends Été into hiding in the mystical town of Bayou Bleue, Louisiana.

Enter Bear Glenn. A mysterious voyager who has come from Scotland to find Été before Gaia does. As she brings Bear into the Heart of the Swamp, a land filled with Bayou Trolls, Silent People, and the legendary Rougarou, their Fate will be tested, along with their will to survive.

Connected Souls (Fall):

Autumn Munson lives a simple life. As simple as a goddess in hiding can, that is. One of the four Elemental daughters of Gaia, Mother of All, she’s the very embodiment of the fall season. But when Mommy Dearest gets the crazy idea that the Earth must go, Autumn and her sisters scatter into hiding in a last ditch effort to save the world.

William Varian is an ancient soul. An immortal shifter who has been watching over Autumn for longer than she realizes. He holds the secrets to a past that she’s long forgotten - one where they meant everything to each other. But as he fights to keep Autumn safe, will they allow Gaia to use their centuries-old connection to destroy them, or will it prove to be a bond that not even the Mother of All can break?

Cold Awakenings (Winter):

Wynter Munson doesn't belong in Los Angeles, but what better place to hide a Winter goddess. All that sun won't melt her frozen heart, though, after the betrayal and loss of her cheating husband.

It's her darkness that Morpheus is drawn to. He finds the girl of his dreams inside hers. But when the Mother of All threatens Wynter's son, he must convince her that love not only destroys lives. It can save them too.

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Author Bio’s:

Anne L. Parks:

Born and raised in the Rocky Mountains, Anne L. Parks has spent the last 25 years moving all over the United States. Married to the Navy - well a man in the Navy - Parks has lived in various places throughout the United States. Now she resides in the Washington D.C. area, and loves every minute. She has four children, and one spoiled German Shepard. 2013 marked her debut in publishing. Her first novel, Strangers, released on her 45th birthday. She was amazed at how many people fell in love with a story about two people dealing with grief, and finding love again. Abby and Bryce were the perfect couple to introduce Parks as an up-and-coming author. Since then, she has published the complete Return To Me series, which includes The Return, Return to Newport, Lauren's Return, Returning Home, and RSVP: A Christmas Novella. This year, along with the anthology, she plans to publish another short story, along with the Demons trilogy. The first book, Of Demons and Stones, will release in July 2015. Always eager to talk to readers, so find her through the links below and say "hi."

Website: http://www.alparksauthor.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ALParksAuthor/info?tab=page_info

Twitter: https://twitter.com/almparks2012?lang=en

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Annie Rose Welch:

Born and raised in New Orleans, Annie Rose Welch has a habit of shortening her words and telling long stories. She speaks with a southern flair and cooks with it too. At the tender age of twenty-one, she hitched up her wagons (took her first plane ride) and moved out west to the big shake (California). Her writing career began one sleepless night when she imagined a gorgeous woman and a man with maniacal hair floating above her like lightening bugs falling from the sky. Curious about them, their story, and why they were floating around in her head, she sat down and penned (typed) her first novel, Marigny Street. A dream come true for her, she hasn’t stopped writing since. She loves a damn good love story, always has, no matter what the genre. She is particularly moved by imperfect love that in its own unique way is perfect, the notion of love at first sight, soul mates, and things that are generally out of the norm. When she’s not writing she enjoys dabbling in photography and finding new, inspirational music to add to her collection. She currently (still) resides in the big shake (although her southern roots are calling her home) with her husband, daughter, and their two peculiar dogs, Boudreaux and Tabasco (who, call her crazy, bark with an accent).

Website: http://annierosewelch.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorAnnieRoseWelch

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Lashell Collins:

Lashell Collins is an American author of romantic suspense, paranormal and contemporary romance. She spent the last twenty years of her life working in veterinary clinics and garden centers in her home state of Ohio, and is now living her dream of writing full-time. She loves a good love story, whether she’s watching it on TV, reading it, or writing it. In food terms, she likes to think of her own stories as sweet and spicy – sweet romance with spicy sex scenes! Lashell walks to the beat of her own drum, but that’s okay ’cause she’s got a pretty good sense of rhythm. Basically, she’s a geeky, quirky, laid-back, rocker-loving kinda girl who’s married to a retired cop, motorcycle-riding, bad-boy alpha all her own, and she likes to write about sexy police officers, werewolves and rockstars - or some inventive combination of the three! When she’s not busy tapping away on her laptop and living vicariously through her characters, she can usually be found watching Grimm, rocking out to Slash, stuffing her face full of Chinese food, or riding on the back of her husband’s Harley-Davidson. Give her a shout, she loves to hear from readers!

Website: http://lashellcollins.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LashellCollinsAuthor

Twitter: https://twitter.com/LashellCollins?lang=en

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Dina Haynes:

Dina Haynes is the pseudonym for an author who has always called the San Francisco Bay Area home, though she currently resides in Southern California. Raised in a single-parent family household with her mother and sister, she aptly refers to it as “the house of estrogen.” And, not to be forgotten, the one male energy that stood out in her upbringing was a pet Pomeranian-mix named Theodore. He is no longer with us, but his spirit lives on in her heart and on the pages. And every dog she harasses on the street.

Website: http://dinahaynes.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dinahaynesauthor/timeline

Twitter: https://twitter.com/dinahaynow?lang=en

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