Featured Boxed Set: The Holbrook Brothers Series: A Shifter Romance by Renee Carr 

Nothing ever happens in the small town of Galena. Or that was the way it used to be.

Three hot brothers enjoy their work and each other’s company, taking advantage of nearby parks for camping and fishing expeditions. But things go awry on a camping trip for Christian, the eldest brother, and that sets off a chain of events that leads each brother on an adventure of keeping the town safe from the dark shifters and finding their mates!

If you like paranormal romance with danger, action, and heart-pounding romance, then you won’t want to miss The Holbrook Brothers Shifters series. Grab your copy today!

Wild Temptations
When a trip to the great outdoors goes horribly wrong, a small-town ER nurse soon finds herself with more than she can handle.
Christian Holbrook is looking forward to a quiet, relaxing weekend of fishing with his brothers, complete with their usual jokes about his lacklustre love life. But when he discovers a mysterious cave hidden deep among the trees, the creature that lurks within changes his life forever.
Libby Grimes is an ER nurse in a small country town. Tasked with the stressful job of caring for her wheelchair-bound mother, her long days and sleepless nights are haunted by the strange disappearance of her father. She knows he wouldn’t abandon them – but all her clues led to dead-ends.
When Christian checks into her hospital, her mystery takes a new turn. Libby soon finds herself drawn to him.
As their feelings grow, can Libby she help Christian overcome the darkness forming inside him? Or will his new powers be her end?

Finding the Wolf
Two artists brought together by a dangerous world of wolf shifters.
Eric Holbrook lived for the perfect shot. He dedicates his life to the moments when everything is flawless and the planets seem to align. But growing up in small-town America, he struggles to break from his future of hometown newspapers and an ex happily married to his boss.
When his chase for the perfect picture drives him toward secrets he never thought possible, he soon ends up thrust into a dangerous world of shifters.
Misty Miller finds herself once again in her hometown, miles away from her art career in Chicago. Finding refuge in clay, wire and metal, she hopes the country setting will breathe inspiration into her work. But when Eric lands on her front porch, her art soon falls to the sidelines.
Through the fur and fangs, Misty finds herself clawing to keep him grounded – and struggling to make sense of the new reality that has revealed itself to her. As their bond strengthens, will lust and discovery be enough to see them through the fear and danger that the shifter world brings? Or will Eric’s drive end up being more than just the death of his career?

A Dangerous Curiosity
She’s a big-city girl with a dark secret. He’s a small-town guy destined to become a wolf shifter.
Brighton Holbrook had everything planned for his future – a good education, a family company, and supportive brothers. But when his brothers begin acting strangely, he becomes determined to find out what they’re hiding. And when he discovers their secret, there’s no going back.
Lily Tucker is a city girl, groomed to take over her family’s business. But when her grandmother falls ill, she’s forced to travel to a small country town to care for her – and to protect her family’s dark secrets.
She expected a quiet, boring town, but it soon becomes anything but when Brighton walks into the bar. He’s handsome, wild, and the spark between them is instantaneous. After a night of flirtation and alcohol, her family secrets start to look tame compared to the mess of fangs and fur that stands in her living room.
Even through the shock, Lily can feel the pull between them.
Can Lily help Brighton learn to tame the wild beast inside of him? Or will his pride jeopardize his life and expose Lily’s secrets to the world?

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Featured Free eBook: Tethered by Vaughn Ashby

There is a Ghost Penis Monster and a Giant Hell Spider in this book, you’ve been warned!

In 1982 Moe killed a man while defending his son.
The next day the man came back.
In 1982 Moe went missing.
The man continued to come back.
In 2014 events are repeating themselves.

In a race against time, reason, and more time, Shane has to unwind mysteries of the past in order to save his friend Jason who has gone missing.

Ugh…. That sounds heavy. While all the above is true, this book also have a Ghost Dick Monster that stabs his ghost dick into a guy’s shoulder… seriously, that actually happens in this book.

Also, the main dude Shane, mentioned a couple of paragraphs above, well he and his wife are having issues. They both want to bang more, but they aren’t good about talking about it, so it’s this whole thing. Anyway, they are cute and shit together by the end, shit… is that a spoiler… shit… can you say shit in a book blurb? Oh well, whatever this book is not for kids… So fuck it, I’ll say whatever I want… boobs.

Anyway, this book has LaughsSexMonstersMysteries, and a dick ton of other really cool stuff that I won’t spoil here. You want to be cool, right? Well, then you better read this book, I mean all your cool friends already have. Don’t ask them, just trust me.

The first book in the Aurora Wasteland Literary Universe, which combines Horror, Scifi, and Humor. All books in the Aurora Wasteland Literary Universe are interconnected but are also stand-alone novels, and can be read in any order you’d like.

Welcome to the AURORA WASTELAND.

Other Books in Series:

Brightness Falls (Aurora Wasteland) by [Vaughn Ashby]    The Axe (Aurora Wasteland) by [Vaughn Ashby]        Aurora Wasteland Lifecycle by [Vaughn Ashby]

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Sahara’s Book Review: The Burning Tree: Book 2: Rebirth by Christopher Artinian

DESCRIPTION: 

They thought escaping the bunker was their biggest challenge. They were wrong.

With little food and no resources, the fragile union is beginning to strain. But there’s something else too—something lurking in the shadows.

When the power died, the bunker went black. But it was nothing like the darkness that awaits them now. A new panic is spreading, but this time, few have hope of escaping it.

This was meant to be a fresh start, a rebirth. Instead, it could be the beginning of the end.

Will Callie and her friends be among the lucky ones? Or will their newfound freedom be short-lived?

They’re about to find out.

MY REVIEW:

This series keeps getting better as it goes along.  The writing is tighter in book 2 vs book 1; not as much rehashing of events we already know about, though there still are some soapbox moments. 

A lot of research has gone into Phil’s character/background, and being a semi-herbalist myself, I find all the references to the flora quite interesting.  I wasn’t too keen on Callie in book 1 as I felt her character was a bit over the top, but I’ve grown to understand her motives.  I thought for as much as she moaned about Si missing, her priority would be searching for him once they were topside.  But it seemed she just didn’t care.  Then it dawned on me, even though it felt like days had passed because of all the action and drama, it was only 24 hours.  So, duh, she didn’t have the time.

Talk about drama.  What they found topside wasn’t anything they could’ve been prepared for. It was dark and nasty and makes you wonder how far would you go to keep your children and family from starving to death.  A situation we might be facing in the near future with the world-wide food shortages looming this fall. 

There were a lot of nail-biting moments.  Greenslade had his own moral road to cross and, unfortunately, some of the escapees didn’t get the chance.  Like poor Chad.  At least he didn’t end up seeing the Wizard. 

I’ve already started book 3 and it’s proving to be just as action packed and nerve-racking  If you love a combination of dystopian and post apocalyptic stories, you’ll love this book.  I highly recommend the series and give Rebirth 5 stars. 

 

 

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Featured Free eBook: A Night on the Triumph by Amanda Labonté

An evening of frivolity on an airship. What could go wrong?

An adventure story set in an alternate history

When London’s elite board the HMA Triumph for a tour of the city, no one expects a hijacking attempt, least of all Lieutenant Merritt “Meri” Lancaster.

Meri has been hired for what should be a run of the mill job, but things take a dramatic turn when a group with nefarious intentions overtake the wheelhouse. Along the way he encounters Evie Stuart – an enchanting young woman who’s clearly keeping a secret. Together they’ll have to work fast to prevent a crisis of national proportions.

A Night on the Triumph is the prequel to the Daughters of Aether steampunk series and features an engaging cast of characters, a heavy dose of mystery and enough romance to keep things interesting.

Other Books in Series:

Lady of Vision (Daughters of Aether Book 1) by [Amanda Labonté]    Mistress of Insight (Daughters of Aether Book 2) by [Amanda Labonté]  Princess of Premonition (Daughters of Aether Book 3) by [Amanda Labonté]

 

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Beyond Imagination Collection – June / July

An Ever-Expanding Journey Awaits.

Enjoy a handcrafted selection of free reads from distinguished authors.

 

We Journey No More by Sahara Foley    Awakening Of The Dark Soul by Anabel Bright    Challenger by Jaxon Lee Rose

 

A Twist of Night and Day by Aubrey Winters    A Vote For Death: A Novella by Edwin Brightwater    Discount Human by E.J. Herald

 

The Xyania Project - Part 1 by J.V. Nolan    Wicked City by Westin Lee    LOMAX by Steve Turnbull

 

Cyrus LongBones and the Curse of the Sea Zombie by Jeremy Mathiesen    Crimson Awakening by Edmond Geanta    Entanglement by Adam Johnson

 

AND  MANY  MORE

 

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Featured Book: Vexed by Vampires: (Midlife Monsters Book 1) by Margo Bond Collins 

Vampires. Not the midlife crisis I expected.

When I finally got around to dating after my jackhole of a husband walked out on my fortieth birthday, I thought personal grooming was my biggest worry. Until I went on a date with a vampire and ended up fighting for my life.

Now I see magic—and danger—everywhere I look, and somehow I’m the one responsible for keeping everyone safe.

It’s worse than being roped into heading a PTA committee. Well…maybe.

Anyway, whatever happened to finding a teenage girl to be the Chosen One?

Still, I’ll do whatever it takes to keep the people I love safe.

I might even be willing to protect that jackhole ex. But only if I have to.

Fans of KF Breene, Shannon Mayer, and Victoria Dannan will adore this hot new midlife women’s fantasy novel!
One-click your copy now!

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New Release: The Best of Edward M. Lerner by Edward M. Lerner

A TESTAMENT TO ONE OF THE INNOVATORS AND LEADERS IN THE SCIENCE FICTION GENRE

Released by ReAnimus Press!  /  Available in e-book and print form across all platforms!

Here are the gems! The gateway to the many worlds of Edward M. Lerner!

While you probably know Ed from his SF novels, including the InterstellarNet series and the epic Fleet of Worlds series with Larry Niven—Ed is also a prolific author of acclaimed short fiction. This collection showcases his finest and favorite shorter works.

Faced with the common question of which of his books should someone read first, he has carefully selected these stories to cover his wide range. Now he can answer, “This one!”

Alternate history. Parallel worlds. Future crime. Alien invasion. Alien castaways. Time travel. Quantum intelligence (just don’t call him artificial). A (sort of) haunted robot. Deco punk. In this book, you’ll find these—and more—together with Ed’s reminiscences about each selection and its relationship to other stories, novels, and even series that span his writing career.

These are the best, as determined by awards, award nominations, and the selective tastes of eight top editors and choosy Analog readers.

Each excellent story stands alone—you won’t need to have read anything prior—but you’ll surely want to read more of Ed’s books afterwards.

 

“Lerner’s world-building and extrapolating are top notch.”  —SFScope

“This collection demonstrates the author’s wide range within the field of science fiction. Fans of the genre are sure to find something to fit their tastes.”  — Tangent Online

 

Other Works By Edward Lerner:

Déjà Doomed by [Edward M. Lerner]

On the Moon’s far side, shielded from Earth’s radio cacophony, Americans are building a radio-astronomy observatory. Russians sift the dust of a lunar “sea” for helium-3 to run future fusion reactors. Commercial robots, remotely operated from Earth, roam the Moon’s near side in a hunt for mineral wealth. Why chase distant asteroids for precious metals? Onetime asteroids must lie close beneath the much-bombarded lunar surface.

Then a prospecting robot encounters a desiccated, spacesuited figure. An alien figure ….

Americans from the lunar observatory investigate. Near the original find, underground, they discover an alien installation. Lunar Russians, realizing that the Americans are up to something clandestine, send their own small team. Each group distrusts the other … even before the fatal “accidents” begin. By the time anyone suspects what ancient evil they have awakened, it may be too late—

For everyone on Earth, too.

PRAISE FOR DÉJÀ DOOMED AND EDWARD M. LERNER:

“Solid sci-fi outing from Lerner”Publishers Weekly

 “Here’s an author you definitely need to check out.”—Asimov’s Science Fiction

 Irresistibly compelling. Edward M. Lerner has given us the ultimate archeological mystery.”Jack McDevitt, Nebula Award-winning author of The Academy Series

 Well plotted, scientifically accurate, a story plausible and exciting—hard sf at it’s best.”Gregory Benford, Nebula Award-author of Timescape

ABOUT EDWARD:

Edward is a physicist and computer scientist (among other things). After thirty years in industry, working at every level from individual technical contributor to senior vice president, he now writes full-time. Mostly he writes science fiction and techno-thrillers, now and again throwing in a straight science or technology article.
More information about Edward can be found at: Edward M. Lerner — official website (edwardmlerner.com)
To request additional review copies or an interview with Edward M. Lerner, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity by email: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com or by phone at 403.464.6925.   
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Grolar: Half Grizzly Half Polar Bear by Thorsten Nesch

A Novel of Horror in Nature Like No Other

By Critically Acclaimed Author and Musician Thorsten Nesch

 The book is available worldwide in digital across all platforms and as an audio book on Audible!

Grolar: half grizzly bear, half polar bear

Jon lost his job in Vancouver and finds work at a small gold mining camp. His wife and his young son join him. When the toddler shows them what he had found near the tree line, they know, there is something dark waiting for them.

The author Thorsten Nesch lives in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. He is an award-winning and traditionally published author. His novels are read in schools in Europe.

 

“For an author well known for his young adult books, this story is a sizzling adult mystery/horror admixed with interpersonal relationships, as in marital conflicts, that bring the story into focus” _ Grady Harp, Top 100 Amazon Reviewer

  “A memorable, frightening, and entertaining read, author Thorsten Nesch’s “Grolar” is a must-read novel!” _ Anthony Avina, Top Book Reviewer for Book Sirens

 

BROTHERS FOR A WHILE

THE NEWEST ALBUM  BY THORSTEN NESCH:

Released in May 2022, Brothers for A While has four great songs and includes high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more!  Songs include:
  • Brothers For a While
  • Surrendered
  • 17 Times
  • Keep Your Tears
The album cover was shot in the mid 90’s in Himare, Albania traveling with a friend!

Brothers for a While | Thorsten Nesch (bandcamp.com)

And on all streaming platforms
Hyperlink to Spotify, Apple etc. https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/thorstennesch/brothers-for-a-while

ABOUT THORSTEN:

Thorsten Nesch is an award-winning German YA author. His first novel was nominated for Best German Debut. He has attended 1,500 readings at schools and in bookstores across Europe, and been on two tours on cruise ships. In 2017 he wrote and directed Derailed, a feature movie based on his novel. He lives in Lethbridge, Alberta, with his wife and children.

To request additional review copies or an interview with Thorsten Nesch, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com / 403.464.6925.   

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2022 HAWTHORNE PRIZE – Daughter Of Hades!!

Daughter Of Hades

Telling the Complicated History of the Caribbean Through the Eyes Of Two Sets of Siblings

Released and published by Inklings Publishing / The book is available worldwide in e-format

Mack Little’s sophomore novel traces the fascinating and often painful Caribbean history through the life experience of siblings as they try to escape their homes and strive for a better life.

Daughter of Hades first depicts the story of Dinny and Jimmie, twin brother and sister who have grown up as enslaved people on a plantation in Barbados. When Dinny’s life faces more threats as the master’s infatuation with her grows, the siblings make their way onto a pirate ship. Though safety will not come yet for the two siblings, it seems that love is in the cards for at least one of them, as Dinny falls in love with a Chinese sailor named Lei.

The storyline alternates with another set of siblings: two brothers named Ivan and Pax as they desperately try to make their way to Jamaica. The two storylines eventually clash and the two sets of siblings are faced with a Rolodex of suspenseful events that bring to light pain, romance, and survival, in any condition.

 The book gets its inspiration from the long and harrowing history of slavery in the Caribbean. It is one of the most exciting historical fiction novels with a story that is still relevant today.

But Daughters of Hades is much more than a lesson of Caribbean history and the effects slavery has on these siblings. At its core, it is a fight for survival and revenge captured in its more pure state, and a historical romance that shows people can find love even in the strangest of places, or the strangest of situations.

“An engaging, swashbuckling tale of love and revenge during the age of piracy.” – Kirkus Reviews

 “Little fills us in on the important Caribbean history and how the rules of a terrible trade system changed from one island to another. Envisioning the beautiful settings of Jamaica and Barbados and recognizing their histories illuminates a truth that readers will really benefit from knowing.” – Jaylynn Korrell (Independent Book Review)

 

About Mack:

Mack Little grew up in the Deep South and has accumulated a vibrant experience which she often emulates in her storytelling. Her studies in International Politics and service in the Army have given her impressive perspectives to bring to her novels new layers of intrigues and twists, which are all quite prevalent in her latest novel, Daughter of Hades.
To learn more about the book and its author, please contact Mack Little at info@Mack-Little.com
To request additional review copies or an interview with Mack Little, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com / 403.464.6925. 
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New Release: The Signs and Wonders of Tuna Rashad by Natasha Deen 

The Newest YA Novel from Award-Winning #OwnVoices Author Natasha Deen

The book is available by Hachette Books across all platforms!

From award-winning, #OwnVoices author Natasha Deen comes a new funny, honest, YA novel following one girl as she tries to win over her crush before she leaves for college.

Let’s be clear. No matter what her older brother, Robby, says, aspiring screenwriter Tuna Rashad is not “stupidstitious.” She is, however, cool with her Caribbean heritage, which means she is always on the lookout for messages from loved ones who have passed on. But ever since Robby became a widower, all he does is hang out at the house, mock Tuna for following in their ancestors’ traditions, and meddle in her life. 

Tuna needs to break free from her brother’s loving but over-bearing ways and get him a life (or at least, get him out of hers!). Based on the signs, her ancestors are on board. They also seem to be on board with helping Tuna win over her crush, Tristan Dangerfield. The only hiccup? She has to do it before leaving for college in the fall. A ticking clock, a grief-stricken brother, and a crush who doesn’t believe in signs. What could possibly go wrong?

“Effervescent and irrepressible, Tuna Rashad will leap off the page and straight into your hearts.”―Nafiza Azad, author of The Candle and the Flame, The Wild Ones

“Genuine growth is hard to script but easy to find here.”―Kirkus Reviews

OTHER WORKS BY NATASHA DEEN:

In the Key of Nira Ghani by [Natasha Deen]

A Guyanese girl must find the balance between her parents’ “old world” expectations and traditions while pursuing her dream of being a great trumpeter in this contemporary, coming-of-age story.

Nira Ghani has always dreamed of becoming a musician. Her Guyanese parents, however, have big plans for her to become a scientist or doctor. Nira’s grandmother and her best friend, Emily, are the only people who seem to truly understand her desire to establish an identity outside of the one imposed on Nira by her parents. When auditions for jazz band are announced, Nira realizes it’s now or never to convince her parents that she deserves a chance to pursue her passion.

As if fighting with her parents weren’t bad enough, Nira finds herself navigating a new friendship dynamic when her crush, Noah, and notorious mean-girl, McKenzie “Mac,” take a sudden interest in her and Emily, inserting themselves into the fold. So, too, does Nira’s much cooler (and very competitive) cousin Farah. Is she trying to wiggle her way into the new group to get closer to Noah? Is McKenzie trying to steal Emily’s attention away from her? As Farah and Noah grow closer and Emily begins to pull away, Nira’s trusted trumpet “George” remains her constant, offering her an escape from family and school drama.

But it isn’t until Nira takes a step back that she realizes she’s not the only one struggling to find her place in the world. As painful truths about her family are revealed, Nira learns to accept people for who they are and to open herself in ways she never thought possible.

A relatable and timely contemporary, coming-of age story, In the Key of Nira Ghani explores the social and cultural struggles of a teen in an immigrant household.

Amy Mathers Award Winner
MYRCA Award Nominee
R. Ross Arnett Award Nominee
American Library Association YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers
Red Maple Award Nominee
Red Maple Honour Book
Barnes & Noble’s Top 25 Most Anticipated Own Voices Novels
Chapters-Indigo Most Anticipated Teen Books
Junior Library Guild Selection
CCBC Best Pick for Kids & Teens
CCBC Red Leaf Literature
OLA White Pine Teen Committee Summer Reading List

About Natasha Deen:

NATASHA DEEN writes for kids, teens, and adults, and believes the world is changed one story at a time. As a Guyanese-Canadian and a child of immigrants, she’s seen first-hand how stories have the power to shape the world. Her works include the Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection Thicker than Water, Guardian which was a Sunburst Award nominee, and the Alberta Readers’ Choice nominated Gatekeeper. When she’s not writing, she teaches Introduction to Children’s Writing with the University of Toronto SCS and spends an inordinate amount of time trying to convince her pets that she’s the boss of the house. Visit Natasha at www.natashadeen.com and on Twitter/Instagram, @natasha_deen.
To request additional review copies or an interview with Natasha Deen, please contact Mickey Mikkelson at Creative Edge Publicity: mickey.creativeedge@gmail.com | 403.464.6925.   
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