Posts Tagged ‘Paranormal’

Multi-Series Author Casey Hays Presents: Firebloods – YA Paranormal – Guest Post and Giveaway Inside

Posted: March 15, 2018 in Blog Tour Hosting, guest post, rafflecopter, Recommended Reading
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Firebloods
by Casey Hays
Genre: YA Paranormal Romance
326 pages
Jude Gallagher thought she was crazy.
It all started when the boy next door made her hear music—
inside her head. All the time.
It was torture.
She didn’t think things could get worse. But then one hot summer, her
best friend Kane O’Reilly decides to tell her how he really feels
about her. Music inside her head? That’s nothing compared what
happens next.
Things only turn stranger when she and her lab partner Frankie Melmack
begin a project to prove the existence of the Vatra u Krvi—a race of
people tied to the mythical Phoenix. Add in a neglectful mother and a
magic ring, and the insanity that defines Jude’s life is pretty
well complete.
Heat surges across the Nevada desert, and the best and worst parts of Jude
Gallagher’s life collide as myth meets reality. In the middle of
the chaos, she begins to hear more than just music. And she has to
wonder…
Maybe… just maybe… she really is crazy after all.
Casey Hays developed a love for young adult fiction while teaching high
school English literature. She writes fantasy sci-fi and
dystopian–all with a twist of romance. She is best known for The
Arrow’s Flight Series (Breeder, The Archer, Master),
a YA Christian dystopian, which includes The Scent of Lilac,
an Arrow’s Flight Novella nominated for a RONE award for Best
Novella of 2016, and A Heart of Flesh (the
first NA in the series). Her short story “Edge of a Promise”
is featured in the collaborative anthology PREP FOR DOOM.
Currently, she is working on two more novellas for Arrow’s Flight as
well as the Firebloods series based on the legend of the Phoenix. Look for book 2, Scorch
Song, this spring.

A little MORE about the author:

I have been writing professionally since 2008, but I have never quit my day job. I am a Trial Court Administrative Assistant for a District Judge, and I love my job. I have 7 books published, including a faith-based dystopian sci-fi, The Arrow’s Flight Series which contains 3 full novels and 2 spin-off novellas. Scorch Song, the sequel to Firebloods, will be my 8th book, and should be out by May. My self-owned publishing company is called Whispering Pages, LLC, and I host a fan club on Facebook by that same name. (Whispering Pages Fan Club.) I also host a reading marathon group called Awesome Reading Marathons and Read-a-longs where indie authors sign up to host on-line readings of their own books or series. I love my indie author community.

I am the mother of two: a twenty-year-old son and 16-year-old daughter. I’ve been married for nearly 27 years to a great man who whole-heartedly supports my writing. I am a Christian and very involved in my little church. I play the piano a little (but never in public) and sing on the praise team at church. I help teach a step aerobics class at my gym once a week. My hobbies include Zumba, snow skiing, reading, writing of course, and music (lots of heavy metal and hard rock mostly) I drink at least three cups of coffee a day (with hazelnut creamer). All in all, I’m really not very interesting, which is why I love to create worlds that are a heck of a lot more interesting than me.

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New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author K. N. Lee’s Fallen Empire, Book 1 in the YA Empire of Dragons Chronicles. Check it out now! Giveaway Inside!

Posted: February 25, 2018 in Blog Tour Hosting, rafflecopter, Recommended Reading
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Fallen Empire
Empire of Dragons Chronicles Book 1
by K.N. Lee
Genre: Epic Fantasy

They say the Age of Dragons ended after the War on Magic, but hiding in the forgotten lands remains one clan destined to reclaim their ancestral home.

While Kylan hunts firedrakes by day, he prepares for a journey across the
Sea of Dreams where mermaids thrive and the key to his people’s
survival is prophecized to be hidden.
Amalia, a Mage, escaped The Brotherhood, a sect of monks who seek the
descendants of the gods once. Now, unable to return to neutral
territory where magic-users are safe, she finds herself fighting for
survival amongst men who can turn into wolves, firedrakes, and a
relentless monk who believes she can restore balance to the entire
world.

For Amalia, the gods are not just a memory. They are her ancestors, and
before she can learn to control her newfound gift, she will face the
keeper of a forgotten empire.

A dragon.

In this sprawling epic fantasy novel with shifting wolf hybrids,
dragons, and mermaids, Amalia’s first battle is for more than her
life. It’s for the souls of every being born with magic. Join New
York Times bestselling author, K.N. Lee on an adventure perfect for
fans of Vikings and Game of Thrones.

K.N. Lee is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author. She is the
author of the Dragon-Born Saga, Eura Chronicles, Wonderland
University, and the Chronicles of Koa series. When she is not writing
twisted urban fantasy, epic tales of dragons, pirates, and mermaids,
and dark poetry, she does a great deal of traveling and spending time
with her family. Wannabe rockstar, foreign language enthusiast, and
anime geek, K.N. Lee also enjoys gaming and sketching. She is a
winner of the Elevate Lifestyle Top 30 Under 30 “Future Leaders
of Charlotte” award for her success as a writer, business owner,
and for community service.
She is
signed with Captive Quill Press and Patchwork Press and represented
by Hershman Rights Management.
K.N.
Lee loves hearing from fans and readers. Connect with her!
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Award Winning YA Urban Fantasy, The Occuli Series by Christie M. Stenzel!! Giveaway Included!

Posted: February 21, 2018 in Blog Tour Hosting, rafflecopter, Recommended Reading
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The Grey Eyed Storm
The Occuli Series Book 1
by Christie M. Stenzel
Genre: YA Urban Fantasy
In the tradition of HARRY POTTER AND TWILIGHT, comes a captivating
fantasy tale that will have you on the edge of your seat and keep you
reading late into the night as you go along on an unpredictable
journey with the Occuli!!!
Have you ever received shocking news that changes everything?
Imagine being eighteen-year-old Remy Verbetta, and finding out that
you are not ‘human” and are not from this world.
Remy’s entire life has been a lie. Another world is living and
breathing beside our own, an alternate dimension.
On her eighteenth birthday, Remy finds out that she is a member of an
ancient and almost extinct race called the Occuli. Each Occuli has
different magical powers, based solely on their eye color.
This 7 time award-winning, supernatural fantasy novel, follows Remy on a
journey of self-discovery, magic, romance and betrayal, as she learns
about her new powers and tries to figure out a way not only to
survive, but also how to get back to her true home while saving the
Occuli from extinction!

 

(Recommended for ages 16+)
**2017 Readers’ Favorite BRONZE MEDAL WINNER for
BEST FANTASY BOOK!!!
**2017 Book Excellence Awards FINALIST for BEST FANTASY BOOK!!
**OFFICIAL FANTASY SELECTION – 2016 New Apple Book Awards for
Excellence in Independent Publishing!!!
**2016 The Wishing Shelf Book Awards FINALIST for
BEST FANTASY BOOK!!
**2016 Readers’ Favorite BRONZE MEDAL WINNER for
BEST FANTASY BOOK!!!
**OFFICIAL FANTASY SELECTION –
2015 New Apple Book Awards for Excellence in
Independent Publishing!!!
**Awarded 2016 BOOK OF THE YEAR from Books Go Social!!
“RIVETING FROM START TO FINISH!!” by Tom
Through Golden Eyes
The Occuli, Book 2
GOLD MEDAL WINNER – 2016 AUTHORSdb.com Book Cover Contest!
“FIVE STARS!” by Ellie and AJSW
“LOVED THE JOURNAL FORMAT! RECOMMEND THIS SERIES!”
by DJS
The first short story in the Occuli series is here!
A Golden-Eyed, or “Aureus”, has one sole purpose in life: to
protect. Raised from children to be bodyguards, these Occuli are both
the fastest and strongest and are commonly used as fierce
weapons.
Frequently they are not what they seem however, as they can be tempted
by too much power and control over those they protect. This can lead them
down a dark and dangerous path.
This supplement to Book One of the Occuli series, gives the reader a more
intimate look at the character of Zias. In this story the reader is
taken through Zias’ personal journal, giving his perspective on the
journey so far with Remy and the other Occuli. He tells the story
through his eyes about his struggle to remember his past and break
from traditions and curses, while putting it all on the line for the
love of his life, Remy Verbetta.
The Violet Eyed
The Occuli Series Book 3
“Christie Stenzel’s incredible writing style is intoxicating, drawing the
reader into a magical world where anything and everything is
possible… I thoroughly enjoyed The Violet Eyed, and wholeheartedly
recommend it to readers aged over 15 years, who are fans of the
paranormal, mystery, drama, romance, and finding oneself through it
all…” Excerpt from the 5 STAR review from Readers’ Favorite,
March 2017
This tale of mystery, romance, intrigue and deceit, follows Remy’s sister
Violet through her tragic life.
As we delve into secrets of the past, present and future and explore
Violet’s relationships, we learn about her struggle against the
darkness as she learns who and what she truly is and that her entire
life has also been a lie.
A unique breed of Occuli, Violet’s eyes match her namesake. Being
cursed from birth, will she find the strength to defeat the darkness
within, or will she succumb to the darkness that is her nature?
Irresolute Amber Eyes
The Occuli Series Book 4
***Voted one of the “50 BEST INDIE BOOKS of 2017” by
Readfree.ly!!!
***BRONZE MEDAL WINNER – 2017 AUTHORSdb.com
Book Cover Contest!
Book Three of the Occuli Series picks up where Book One left off!
Remy and the other Occuli have just discovered that they were able to go
back in time and are trying to determine exactly what the
consequences of those actions are.
As the book progresses, it becomes apparent that a Golden-Eyed has now
“turned Amber” and the Occuli family and friends must come
to terms with what this means and what the end result will be….
Writing and reading are my passions! My dream to be a writer began, when as a
five year old child I would ask my mother to write down the stories I
would make up about talking dogs.
Since growing up and becoming further educated with a Bachelor’s Degree in
English (I have an affinity for classic literature), a Master’s
Degree in Leadership, and a degree in Ultrasound, I have begun to
pursue that dream in hopes of one day making it my career. I have
many interests and ideas so my ultimate goal is to release works of
fiction in multiple genres. Fantasy will always be my first love
however, as I have always had an intense imagination that threatens
to inundate me if not expelled onto paper.
I currently have six published books: an ongoing fantasy series with
four installments so far (and a fifth one coming soon!), a fantasy
short story, and a suspense/thriller short story. Several of my books
have won awards, but the first book in my fantasy series, The Grey
Eyed Storm: The Occuli, Book One, has now won 7 wonderful awards
which is very exciting!
Aside from writing, I enjoy physical activities like running and yoga. I am
blessed to have an amazing family, close friends and two beloved
canine companions.
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