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Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Magic & Shadows Preorder Blitz



MAGIC LURKS IN EVERY SHADOW.
Slip into darkness with 11 action-packed YA fantasy and paranormal novels. This collection has something for every lover of the mystical and mysterious—from dragons, demons, witches and vampires, to shifters, mages, and magically evolved humans—even gods from Norse and Greek mythology.
If you love romance and adventure with a supernatural twist, don’t miss this otherworldly collection from ELEVEN bestselling and debut young adult authors—only available for a LIMITED TIME.

AUTHORS | T.M. Franklin, L.C. Ireland, Kelly Hashway, JT Camp, C.A. Gray, Sheri Downing, Alex H. Singh, S. E. Walker, Catherine Banks, Shereen Vedam, and Sharon Coady
GENRE | Young Adult Fantasy & Paranormal Romance
RELEASE DATE | November 7, 2017
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More by T.M. Franklin
Haunted by terrifying nightmares and certain she’s being watched, college student Ava Michaels finds an unlikely ally in physics tutor Caleb Foster. But Caleb isn’t quite what he seems. In fact, he’s not entirely human, and he’s not the only one.
Together, the duo faces a threat from an ancient race bent on Ava’s capture, and possible extinction. As Ava fights to survive, she learns the world’s not what she thought.
It’s a little bit more.

Horrid by L.C. Ireland
Delta’s family has been cursed. To save them, she makes a deal with the Horrid Witch. If she wishes to break the curse, she must kill an innocent woman. Delta will have to choose between saving her life … and saving her soul.

Fading into the Shadows by Kelly Hashway
Ella Andrews and her best friend, Avery, travel to the world of Stellaris, where they wind up in a battle against the mythological creatures Draco, Serpens, and Scorpius. They’ll have to stop the rogue constellations before Stellaris drains the life out of them and turns them into shadows forever.

Art of Deception by JT Camp
Fallon has one more chance to prove she belongs in Hallowridge. Warren, Grainger, and Abraham are there to make sure she doesn’t. However, when plans go sideways, can Fallon step up to the plate, or will she continue to run?

The Liberty Box by C.A. Gray
The United States is now The Republic of the Americas, and the people are controlled by brainwave technology forcing them to believe that they are prosperous when in reality they are starving. A few rebels know the truth. But can they help to set the others free without losing their own lives in the process?

The Protected Prophecy by Sheri Downing
“We lived the illusion that we were safe. Maybe we beat this thing and could survive, rebuild.”
There was a bigger message behind the scourge that affected any living thing.  I’m part of an ancient prophecy that involves the oldest battle to ever exist.  Good versus evil.

Lamp of Light by Alex H. Singh
A Queen on the run for her life….
A Stepdaughter with no mercy….
The Murder of the King of Tibethia…
Only the light will prove her innocence…

Warm Spirits by S. E. Walker
Following a lead in a family heirloom, Ariel arrives at 101 Borden Street looking for answers. When her ex-boyfriend shows up, she must rely on friends from both sides of the veil to overcome her past and discover the truth of her family history.

Alys of Asgard by Catherine Banks
Alys knows her presence is throwing the balance in Asgard off-kilter. She moves to Earth, but the transition is not smooth. Soon she realizes her adopted father lied to her, and with all she thought she knew stripped away, it’s time to uncover the truth about who she really is.

Hushed by Shereen Vedam
For two long decades, TAMARA was caught up in a time spell. Awake, aware, not aging, but thoroughly silenced. Once released, she rejects any form of confinement, determined to maintain her freedom at all costs. Now a devious enemy is quietly working to ensure Tamara remains silenced forever.

Summer of Change, Elizabeth’s Story by Sharon Coady
Seventeen-year-old Elizabeth believes in magic. A book about vampires intrigues her into researching the stories. When a stranger contacts her about her haunting dreams she’s thrown into a world where vampires and magic exist along with an all out war against humans.


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Edge of Magic by Catherine Vale
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Mad Dog Boy's 2-Pack Sports and Plaid Pajama Pants + Slipper Socks




Let me start by saying I want a pair of these. These Boys Pajama pants are so soft, I love them. They are absolutely adorable too.

This is a set of 2 pairs of boys pajama bottoms with a pair of non skid slipper socks included. The pajama pants are made of different materials. The Plaid pants are made of a fleece material and the blue pair with the sports balls are made of a brushed micro jersey fabric. Both pairs are extremely soft. They have an elastic waist band. The pant legs are made to fit loosely so it does not restrict any movement and are very comfortable to sleep in. The sucks are fuzzy with round rubber dots all over the bottom of the sock. I chose the size large which is a 10/12. The size seems true, they fit perfectly.

I ran both pairs of pants and the socks through the washer and dryer. I did not notice any shrinking or stretching or fading or color bleed. The pants came out of the washer and dryer just as soft as they went in.

These pants are warm and with winter coming these would be great for any boy. Also they would make a very nice Christmas gift.

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Tigersushi Sushi Making Kit





I have to admit making sushi is NOT y favorite thing to do. They always turn out ugly. This 11 piece Sushi Making Set from Tigersushi will be changing all of that. Now anyone can make nice looking sushi. You can even make heart shaped sushi with this set as well as round, square, and triangle. I loe with the different molds I can add different things to each type of mold and be able to tell apart which is which.

This TigerSushi set is made in Nevada USA. The molds are made out of hard plastic that is BPA free. The Spatula and spork are made also of plastic but they do have some give to them. The knife has a plastic handle and a stainless steel blade. Each piece is dishwasher safe. The set also comes with a step by step instruction sheet. There are 2 sizes of molds included a 1 inch and a 2 inch.

I have to admit the knife is one of my favorite parts of this set. It is very sharp. I love the shape of it also. I think the shape really makes filleting easy. The handle of the knife is easy to hold onto even with wet hands.

This set is so easy to use even the kids can join in on making beautiful sushi. This set would make a great gift for any sushi lover.

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REPIEL SYRINGE MASK TIMELESS REDNESS-SHOT



First off I just have to say I love the packaging. These plastic hypodermic containers with the screw off lids are just too cute. They are an excellent lead off to this great mask. The mask actually has 2 layers of fabric over the mask, one on each side. Which you peel off before applying the mask. The mask itself is totally saturated in the product. It was very wet but I did not have a problem with it leaking into my eyes or mouth or dripping off while wearing the mask. The mask has a very light scent. I usually don't like scented face products, but the scent did not bother me at all. After a few minutes I didn't smell it all.

To apply the mask you wash your face first, then like I said peel off the fabric mesh layers then just gently press down over your face. I left the mask on about 20 minutes. I did not experience any burning, stings, itch, redness, or tightness during or after wearing the mask. After taking the mask off I rinsed the remaining product off my face. After my face fully dried it felt very soft. I really like these masks, how easy they are to use and how nice they left my face feeling.

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Mad Dog Boy's 3-Piece Pajama Set - Sports Print




Super nice 3 piece set of little boys pajamas. The set includes the long pants with an elastic waist, a pull over long sleeve shirt, and a button up long sleeve jacket shirt. The pants and jacket shirt are made of a polyester brushed fleece. They are super soft. The long sleeve pull over shirt is a stretchy t-shirt material. The Pajamas are a thinner lightweight but yet they are warm. I purchased the size medium, which is a 8/10 in boys clothing size. I ran the set through the washer and dryer. I did not notice any color fade or bleed or any stretching or shrinking. The outfit is covered in different sports balls and on the front of the long sleeved t-shirt it says "The Best Never Rest".

I love that this set comes with the 2 shirts. During the warmer months the pants can be worn alone, during the cooler days either shirt can be worn with the pants, and when its just down right nippy the button up shirt can be worn over the long sleeved shirt to give an extra layer of warmth. All 3 pieces are stretchy and comfortable.

With winter quickly approaching these are gong to be great for any little boy. They would also make a nice Christmas gift.

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Tuesday, October 24, 2017

VBT: All Inclusive by Farzana Doctor"



All Inclusive
by Farzana Doctor


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GENRE:   Literary Fiction, LGBT, magical realism, multicultural


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BLURB:


A story about an all-inclusive resort, the ghost of an unknown father, and the tragedies we can’t forget.

What’s it like when everyone’s dream vacation is your job? Ameera works at a Mexican all-inclusive resort, where every day is paradise — if “paradise” means endless paperwork, quotas to meet, and entitled tourists. But it’s not all bad: Ameera’s pastime of choice is the swingers scene, and the resort is the perfect place to hook up with like-minded couples without all the hassle of having to see them again.

Despite Ameera’s best efforts to keep her sideline a secret, someone is spreading scandalous rumours about her around the resort, and her job might be at stake. Meanwhile, she’s being plagued by her other secret, the big unknown of her existence: the identity of her father and why he disappeared. Unbeknownst to Ameera, her father, Azeez, is looking for her, and they both must come to terms with the reason why he abandoned her.

A moving new work from award-winning author Farzana Doctor, All Inclusive blurs the lines between the real world and paradise, and life and death, and reminds us that love is neither easily lost nor found.


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Excerpt Two:


Azeez


June 21, 1985, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada


I’d been watching her for a full ten minutes. She sat at the table next to mine, reading a textbook
entitled Understanding World Religions. It was the first day of summer and my second last in
Canada.


She absent-mindedly played with her long auburn hair, her fingers moving like a magician’s, conjuring it into a single braid. She didn’t tie off the end, and her hair eventually resisted the arrangement and pulled itself free. I nibbled my honey cruller, and waited for her to notice me. For another ten minutes, I scripted my words. I was a chatty fellow back then, but it took immense bravery to speak to a woman I didn’t know. I chided myself: what did it matter if I sounded like a fool?


“That looks like interesting reading.”


She glanced up, and her cheeks blushed crimson. I loved when white girls did that. It just
isn’t the same with brown girls; their pigment allows them to mute their embarrassment. The girl
smiled and nodded and returned to her textbook, her lavender highlighter squeaking across the
page. But I could tell she was no longer concentrating on the material.




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AUTHOR Bio and Links:



Farzana Doctor is the author of three novels: Stealing Nasreen, Six Metres of Pavement (which was a 2012 Lambda Literary Award and the 2017 One Book One Brampton winner) and the recently released All Inclusive which was a Kobo and National Post Best Book of the Year. Farzana was named one of CBC Books’ “Ten Canadian Women Writers You Need to Read Now”. She is also a Registered Social Worker with a part-time psychotherapy practice. She curates the Brockton Writers Series.


Twitter: @farzanadoctor
Instagram: @farzanadoctor


Buy links:







Interview with Farzana Doctor

Do your characters seem to hijack the story or do you feel like you have the reins of the story?

I often feel that my characters talk with me, and sometimes they do surprising things. However, I’ve never felt like they “hijack”. Rather, they offer good ideas. I do try to have a firm hold of the story’s arc before I begin writing, so that I can guide my writing.


Convince us why you feel your book is a must read.

How about I share what an early reader said:

By turns funny, moving, thoughtful, and erotic, All Inclusive is a powerful meditation on life, love, and loss. Farzana Doctor spins a passionate, page-turning tale about the sometimes invisible ties that bind. This is brilliant storytelling.
Terry Fallis, author of The Best Laid Plans

Did you hear that? BRILLIANT STORYTELLING!


Have you written any other books that are not published?
I have half of a novel sitting on my hard drive. It was an experiment that just didn’t seem to go anywhere. One day I’ll pull it out and see if there are chunks worth salvaging.

Oh! I’ve just finished writing my 4th novel, Unfamiliar Skin. I hope it will be on shelves by 2019.

Pen or type writer or computer?
My first draft begins with pen and paper, first thing in the morning, in bed, with a cup of coffee. Once I’ve written a notebook full of scenes, I transfer them to the computer for revision. I find that my mind seems to flow faster with pen and paper.

Anything you would like to say to your readers and fans?
A huge thanks to all of you who have read this interview! If you enjoyed it, please forward it to a friend or share on social media. Word of mouth really helps writers.

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GIVEAWAY INFORMATION :


Farzana Doctor will be awarding a $15 Amazon or Barnes and Noble GC to a randomly drawn winner and a print copy of the book to 10 randomly drawn winners (US Only) via rafflecopter during the tour.





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