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Friday, September 20, 2024
Love Historical Fiction? Grab Your Copy of Lady by LCW Allingham - Historical Fiction, Romance, LGBTQ+ ~ @LCWAllingham @MirrorWorldPub ~ #History #LGBTQ #Romance
Bloodstone (Lost Witch, Book One) by H. R. Sinclair ~ #UrbanFantasy #UF ~ @SouthpawPOV
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Small colored flecks danced in the sunlight. They darted back and forth. They rushed me, encircling me, round and round, faster and faster, creating a whirlwind of color that made me woozy. I began swaying before the flecks scattered. They swooped and gathered in front of me, coalescing into the shape of a small, translucent woman. She hovered several feet off the ground, sparkling like multicolored glitter and moving like an ethereal ballerina.
When she spoke, it echoed a thousand voices speaking in harmony. “Fáilte. Welcome. We are the Breena. You are of Andraste.”
“I’m Katie.” Wariness crept into my voice. The family books read Andraste. “Yeah, I think I’m Andraste.”
“Yes. You wear the Taith, a gift of the Breena.” She gestured to the traveling boots. “We are pleased to see them in this form. It has been long since the clan Andraste has visited. Tell us, what has become of sweet Clara and her quest?”
She—they—knew Clara? “I’m sorry, she died.”
“That is unfortunate. We liked Clara. You are taking up the quest?”
My stomach dropped. They may have said it as a question, but it sounded like a statement. “I ... I didn’t know my Aunt Clara, and I don’t know anything about a quest. I’m not the right person to talk to.”
“Yes, she was given the quest. As she is no longer, the task falls to the next in line.”
“Is this an optional type of quest?”
“It is your charge.”
“Well, I’m not the next in line. That’s probably my uncle. I’ll put him in touch with you.”
The Breena moved closer to me. One of the little flecks zipped from one side of her face to the other. “You are next in line. You wear the blessing. You are of Andraste, Keepers of Secrets, Guardians of Mamwlada. You are the Legacy. Protector of the Light. You will take up the quest. Find the Oubusch. Find the Others before the gates open. Stop the disciples of Morus.”
“Find what now?”
“Find the Oubusch. Find the Others before the gates open. Stop the disciples of Morus before they break the lock.” The Breena’s voice reverberated off my skin.
I swallowed. “Who’s Morus? What gate? What others? What’s an Oubusch, and how do I find it?”
“The Oubusch will lead you to the Others. Find the Stone, find the Others.”
“But how?”
“Open the box. Use the sundial.” The words rhythmic like a song. Her essence oscillated, and her form began to melt away.
“Wait, what box?”
“What is there is here, what is here is not there. You must hurry, time is ending.” With that, the flecks disbursed, and she was gone.
“Wait, please, I don’t understand.” No one answered
Release Blitz ~ Inner Hero by Alina Kina ~ @RABTBookTours #RABTBookTours #InnerHero #AlinaKina #Poetry
Inner Hero by Alina Kina
Poetry, Self-Help
Date Published: September 20, 2024
We all have a hidden power within us. What is the key to unlocking this power?
About the Book:
This state of being in connection with ourselves and knowing exactly what we should be doing in each moment is natural to all of us, like breathing. We just need to remember how to access it.
Inner Hero: The Missing State of You is an interactive experience designed to awaken the hero within by reconnecting you with your innermost energies and intuition.
This inspiring illustrated collection of poems will take you on a journey to reconnect with the forgotten part of yourself and discover, in the process, that all the answers can be found within yourself. Each chapter, uniquely termed an "inner state of feeling" like Disillusionment, Leap of Faith, Love, Inner Hero, and more, is visually brought to life with beautiful images that resonate deeply with the themes explored in the poems. Every poem is followed by more in-depth reflections on the beauty of letting go, taking responsibility for your own growth, and connecting with the essence of who you truly are.
Inner Hero encourages you to interact with it by offering prompts to check in with yourself after each chapter. The way to read the book is to monitor how each poem, each message makes you feel and let something unexpected happen. These poems are about feeling between the lines and discovering something new but very natural to all of us as humans in the process.
Discover the power you were born with — it's waiting within the pages of poetry.
Touching upon her personal journey, Alina Kina shares an intuitive way of reprogramming ourselves and changing the algorithms of our lives. Remembering the essence of what it means to be living rather than following a set of predetermined answers. Restoring our natural ability to feel energies and grow in our levels of consciousness.
Your Inner Hero awaits—discover it now! Get your copy today and unlock the doors to personal growth and profound inner connection.
About the Author:
By re-establishing the Inner connection to the deeper part of herself, Alina witnessed a rapid transformation in her reality. A state of balance and peace became her new norm, accompanied by enhanced mental clarity and newfound energy to pursue her long- desired activities.
She experienced her creative abilities developing, uncovering new talents, such as writing poetry, creating music and painting, which were not accessible to her before. Alina writes in flow, a specific state of being pure and letting the energy express itself through her.
The author hopes that her own story of searching, failing, and then being guided towards an authentic and fulfilled life will inspire others to restore their own connection to the forgotten part of themselves.
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Thursday, September 19, 2024
Ashes on the Wind: The Love Story Behind The Crime of the Century by Brandy Purdy ~ Historical Fiction ~ True-Crime Inspired ~ ThereIsAGive@way
Ashes on the Wind: The Love Story Behind The Crime of the Century by Brandy Purdy
About Ashes on the Wind:
Ashes on the Wind: The Love Story Behind The Crime of the Century
Genre: Historical Fiction, True-Crime Inspired Setting - Chicago, Illinois 1920
Publisher : Independently published (April 15, 2024)
Paperback : 573 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8322116318
Digital ASIN : B0CYY43M3H
Nathan "Babe" Leopold was a socially awkward genius who used arrogance as a shield. He cultivated a philosophy of absolute selfishness cherry-picked from his reading of Nietzsche and indulged himself with vivid sexual fantasies about kings and slaves.
Richard "Dickie" Loeb was the brightest of the bright young things, a social butterfly as fragile as glass inside, hiding his insecurities behind a dazzling smile and a mouthful of lies. He found escape in thrilling tales and fantasies of crime.
They were two brilliant and privileged boys, each harboring secrets it would have been social suicide to reveal in their 1920s world.
When Babe met Dickie, it was like his favorite fantasy had stepped out of his dreams into real life.
When Dickie met Babe, he thought he had found the accomplice who would help make his criminal dreams come true.
Dickie was willing to give Babe what he wanted, if Babe would give him what he wanted. Quid pro quo. Until Dickie wanted something more, leaving Babe desperate and willing to do anything to hold onto his dream. Even if it led down a dark path to the Crime of the Century and infamy as the thrill killers Leopold and Loeb.
About Brandy Purdy
Brandy Purdy is the author of several historical novels including The Ripper's Wife, The Secrets of Lizzie Borden, The Boleyn Wife, and The Tudor Throne.
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Chelle Sloan has revealed the cover for Runaway Bride's Guide to Love! @Chelle_Sloan #Love #Romance @valentine_pr_
Chelle Sloan has revealed the cover for Runaway Bride's Guide to Love!
Releasing: October 17, 2024
A swoony, age gap, brother’s best friend, runaway bride romance from bestselling author, Chelle Sloan.
What happens when a dream wedding turns into a complete nightmare?
Horrible Dress - Check
No Flowers - Check
A cheating groom pretending to be my Prince Charming - Check
What should have been a highlight of my life turned into me becoming a runaway bride after seeing my fiancé doing something no bride should ever see.
And instead of celebrating my marriage at my reception with my loved ones and adoring new husband, I'm getting drunk at a dive bar with a handsome stranger.
A stranger who shows up at my brother’s beach house, where I’m spending my honeymoon – alone.
But it turns out that my handsome stranger isn’t a real stranger at all. Emmett Collins is also my brother's best friend and business partner.
I never pictured myself wanting a man like Emmett in his country boy jeans. But he turns out to be exactly who and what I need.
Two weeks. That's what we've given ourselves. It's the perfect vacation fling. He doesn't do relationships and my life is…well…a mess is putting it lightly.
There's just a few problems. Emmett makes me feel safe. His quiet smile lights me up inside. And that first time he kisses me? He brings out butterflies I never knew I could feel.
I think I'm falling in love with a man who doesn't believe in forever.
And there's no guide to love for that.
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Meet Chelle:
Known for her witty sense of humor, Chelle Sloan is a former sports editor who recently completed her Masters in Journalism. She's now putting that to good use—one happily ever after at a time. An Ohio native, she's fiercely loyal to Cleveland sports, is the owner of way too many—yet not enough— tumblers and will be a New Kids on the Block fan until the day she dies. She does her best writing at Starbucks, or anywhere that's not her house. Oh, and yes, you probably saw her on TikTok. As for her own happily ever after? Maybe one day...
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Book Blitz ~ The Celestial Contract by W.B. Dineen & Elizabeth Boyer ~ #XpressoTours @XpressoTours
The Celestial Contract
Elizabeth Boyer, W.B. Dineen
Publication date: August 14th 2024
Genres: Metaphysical and Visionary Fiction
About the Book:
Thousands of years ago, Earth was hijacked by a self-appointed group of puppet masters. Their objective? To keep humanity from remembering why we have incarnated onto our planet—to keep us ignorant of the contract we signed with God before we came.
The powers-that-be have created and perpetrated falsehoods, distractions, and illusions, so we no longer have any idea what life on Earth is supposed to be—what reality truly is. We struggle with the most basic principles of living, unaware the game has changed.
An evolution is coming that will alter the landscape of civilization forever. If we want to evolve, we need to wake up now, and honor our covenant with the Divine. The alternative is being cast into eternal darkness.
The Celestial Contract is a harrowing story of what is happening in our world today. It explains who we are, why we’re here, and why we have lost all control over our lives.
“The information in this book blew my mind! I’ve searched for answers to philosophical questions about why we (humans) are on Earth, and what our purpose is … I’m both surprised and delighted by the answers. I want another book stat!”
– USA Today Bestselling author, Diana Orgain
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My life’s journey has encompassed many challenges. Challenges that have underscored the knowledge that there is a bigger landscape of existence than what is seen on the surface—we’re born into families, we go to school to learn, then we get jobs, get married, have kids, and the cycle keeps repeating ad nauseam.
While I had accomplished the seemingly expected tasks, my life still seemed devoid of purpose. I was left with the following questions: Why am I doing this? What is it all about? Who is in charge and where can I register my complaint that I am not fulfilled? I want more.
Growing up in the Catholic Church, going exclusively to Catholic schools, I didn’t learn any of the information I was seeking. I was essentially told, “This is the way it is. Don’t ask questions. Just accept your instructions and live within the confines of them.” While some of what I was taught rang true, I instinctively knew it wasn’t the full story.
In my search for enlightenment, I read copious books, took many courses, and listened to every expert I could find who spoke on the idea of a deeper meaning to life. I learned about things my upbringing would have eschewed as heresy, but as I didn’t fully trust religious indoctrination, I needed to find out what else was out there.
In a bid to understand why I’m on this planet and what my bigger purpose is, I pried open my mind and entertained a multitude of possibilities. I participated in past life regression; I visited psychics and other clairvoyants; I spoke to shamans and other holy people outside of Christianity; and still, I couldn’t assimilate a vision I could totally get behind.
During this time, when I had no money to spare, I was drawn to spend ten thousand dollars to attend hypnotherapy school. It was an absurd amount for someone who sold her platelets at the blood bank just to gather enough vouchers to take her child to Disneyland.
Ten thousand dollars was a king’s ransom to me and could have alleviated many of my day-to-day struggles. The fact that I was willing to take out a student loan to pay for it confirmed the rightness of my attraction to hypnotherapy. No amount of money seemed too much if it meant continuing my path to enlightenment.
Long after graduating, I began working with a woman who was facing her life’s greatest challenge. She was distressed because her body was unable to carry a pregnancy to term and she desired nothing more than to understand why she couldn’t attain her heart’s desire.
While “in state” during hypnosis, it became clear that my client, Emma, was attracting other presences. Worrying they might not all be benevolent, we began a process of weeding through the curious entities who wanted to take part in our sessions.
That’s when Emma’s spirit guide introduced herself to my client and created the rule for protection. The rule being, if Therie (as she called herself) wasn’t present during the attempted communication, then Emma was to walk away and not participate in it.
You might wonder why Emma would trust a random spirit who just showed up during hypnosis. How did Emma know she was safe? My client had been interested in spiritual endeavors since she was a child, and during a particularly rough patch, a beautiful woman showed up in her dreams to offer comfort and encouragement. This woman was Therie.
When she awoke, Emma didn’t remember anything but the feeling of pure love and joy she had experienced during that encounter, and she was desperate to feel it again. For years she tried to return to the location where Therie came to her, but she was never able to recreate the experience. At least she wasn’t able to consciously remember it.
In any event, that’s why Emma recognized Therie twenty years later in hypnosis. She had no doubt her spirit guide was who she claimed to be, and that she could be trusted.
During our sessions, one entity became more persistent than the others. The only problem was that this being could not decrease its vibration to the point where meaningful contact could be made. Therie assured Emma the contact was vital and the only solution was to increase Emma’s vibration to meet them halfway.
As such, my client’s guide worked with us until Emma could link up with the being from the other side. This process took months, and while we grew impatient to understand what it was all about, Therie continued to assure us we would eventually have all our questions answered.
When Emma’s vibration level finally increased enough that she was able to talk to the being, she refused to tell me what it was saying. All I heard on my end was Emma’s persistent response, “I’m not telling Gen that. Nope, not going to do it.” This went on for several sessions, and I started to wonder if I was ever going to know what was being said.
Eventually, Emma’s contact offered her a deal of sorts. If she would step aside and let them speak, they would help her body heal so she could finally bear the life she longed for. She would finally be able to conceive and carry a baby to term. This was an offer akin to waving a fistful of candy bars in front of a young child. Emma, who still hadn’t achieved her greatest dream—and because Therie encouraged her to do it—signed up to simply step aside and let the contact give voice through her. She was as surprised as I was by the scope of information that came through.
The focus of this book is what we learned during that time. The being—which turned out to be multiple beings united in one light—not only answered every question I’ve ever had about existence, but they also relayed their purpose for making contact. That purpose was to warn the inhabitants of Earth of an upcoming evolution that would change human life as we have come to know it. Forever.
They explained something called a Celestial Contract, which is the ultimate contract every human makes with God—or the Universe, if you prefer—before incarnating into this world. If this vow is honored, all other contracts become null and void. This one pact is our purpose, it is our destiny, and yet it is something we largely remain unaware of.
AHL, our friends from beyond, explained that their message needs to reach people, to wake them up to their real purpose before the time of astronomical metamorphosis. In addition to explaining this contract, they shared Universal Truths so far beyond limited human understanding that it left me overwhelmed—and I had pursued answers to these questions my entire adult life.
The bottom line is that we are not alone, and we must allow the seed of the Divine to bloom within us before it’s too late.
We have no choice but to adhere to the terms of our Celestial Contract or reap the consequences.
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Apple Dumpling Murder: Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Christmas Catastrophe Mysteries) by Trixie Silvertale ~ Paranormal Cozy Mystery
Apple Dumpling Murder: Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Christmas Catastrophe Mysteries)
by Trixie Silvertale
About Apple Dumpling Murder:
Apple Dumpling Murder: Paranormal Cozy Mystery (Christmas Catastrophe Mysteries)
Paranormal Cozy Mystery
2nd in Series
Setting: Fictional town of Silver Shoals. A northern town steeped in winter. Snow, wind, gorgeous lake.
Publisher : Sittin' On A Goldmine Productions LLC (October 1, 2024)
Number of Pages: 222
Digital ASIN : B0CW1KXWWR
Santa’s daughter is settling into her life as a baker, but could a fresh murder burn her biscuits?
Cindy Claus loves exploring the human world and baking amazing treats. So, she’s bubbling over when her aging landlord takes her under his wing and promises to leave her the bakery in his will. But before she can stir up a celebration, her patron collapses, dead, like a bad soufflé.With suspicion instantly falling on the budding baker, Cindy must rely on her fragile new friendships and her father’s trusted arctic fox. She’ll have to butt heads with local law enforcement as she gathers crumbs, and one wrong move could crush her dreams…
Can Cindy find the proof she needs, or will this villain punch down her last hope?
Apple Dumpling Murder is the second book in the festive paranormal cozy series, Christmas Catastrophe Mysteries. If you like kind-hearted heroines, furry sidekicks, and a dash of mistletoe magic, then you’ll love Trixie Silvertale’s seasonal secrets.
Buy Apple Dumpling Murder to blind bake a killer today! *Features recipes from Cindy’s bakery!
About Trixie Silvertale:
USA TODAY Bestselling author Trixie Silvertale grew up reading an endless supply of Lilian Jackson Braun, Hardy Boys, and Nancy Drew novels. She loves the amateur sleuths in cozy mysteries and obsesses about all things paranormal. Those two passions unite in all her mystery stories, and she's thrilled to write them and share them with you.
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