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4 Out Of 5 Stars
Small but Adorable
I ordered this super cute turtle to place on the table next to my flower planters.
He came well-packaged and undamaged. He appears to have been painted well and I just love his big eyes.
He is very lightweight and got knocked off my table by a storm that blew through. Thankfully, no harm came to him, so also sturdy. Since he’s so small, I not sure about putting in your yard. You’d forget he was even there and get mowed over.
However, he’d look amazing as indoor decoration. Or, as I did, placing on outdoor furniture. He’d even be adorable in a kid’s room that loves reptiles or animals in general.
He does seem a bit pricy for the price. However, how can you resist that smile?
“I am known to some as the Grim Reaper, or the Angel of Death. Death is my preferred name. It’s stylish and modern, and it goes well with my Armani suits. I don’t have a fascination with robes, scythes, or skeletons, especially when I’m releasing souls.”
My Name Is Death
by Laura Daleo
Genre: Dark Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance
My Name Is Death takes the Grim Reaper concept in a creative direction. Put aside the image of a scary, sickle-carrying, robe-clad entity. There are no shortages of Italian suits, velvet neckties, and oxford shoes in Death’s wardrobe.
Death encounters a terminally ill young lady, Annalise, during a holiday in New Orleans. As she approaches the afterlife, Death wants to ensure she makes the best of her final moments. It is not long before they become friends.
A peaceful coexistence between angels and humans is what God desires. This plan is contrary to one of God’s other sons’ belief that angels are far superior to humans.
Devastation begins, and only God knows how it will end.
“Nothing in life is certain except death and taxes. I hold this statement in high regard. Why? There are two possibilities. I could be a tax accountant-borrrinng-or I could be Death. If you guessed the latter, advance to go and collect $200. My name can influence anyone in a room; some say Grim Reaper, others say Angel of Death. I like to call myself Death. It has a pleasant ring and a powerful effect on people. The way “Death” embodies the style and pizazz of my attire, which includes Armani suits, ties, and shoes, influenced my decision to select it as my name. It had never occurred to me to dress in a dark robe, to carry a scythe or an hourglass, or to assume a skeleton physique.”
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I was born and raised in sunny San Diego, California. A creative writing class in junior high ignited my passion for storytelling; however, it was Anne Rice who truly inspired me. Her novel, Interview With The Vampire, has become one of the best-selling books of all time and fueled my desire to craft my own vampire legend. In 1996, I created Immortal Kiss, which patiently waited until 2014 for its publication.
At present, my published works include Immortal Kiss, Bound by Blood, The Vow, The Vampire Within, The Soul Collector, The Doll, Once We Were Witches, and My Name Is Death. My current project is an urban fantasy titled The Wolf Experiment.
Here are some fun facts about me: I love enjoying Starbucks coffee while I write. I’m also obsessed with shoes. I have two furry kids named Rose and Cooper. And, of course, I’m a huge fan of all things vampire.
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If you collect crystal mushrooms, you’ll want to add this exquisite piece to your collection. It’s hand-crafted, so a one-of-a-kind piece. It does have natural crack lines in the fluorite. This carving would look amazing on a light stand.
Transform your space with our stunning Hand-Crafted, One of a Kind Blue Fluorite Mushrooms Home Decoration! Each exquisite piece is carefully shaped and polished, showcasing the unique beauty of blue fluorite—a stone known for its calming properties and vibrant hues. These enchanting mushrooms make a perfect addition to any room, bringing a touch of nature indoors while serving as a conversation starter. Ideal for collectors and those looking to add a whimsical touch to their decor, each mushroom is truly one of a kind, ensuring that your home reflects your individual style. Elevate your home decor with this magical accent today!
This Dark Blue Fluorite Mushroom Scenery is approx.:
Height – 1 1/2″
Length – 5 1/2″
Width – 2″
Weight – 11.2 oz.
5 out of 5 stars
So Adorable They Make Me Smile
When I saw these on Amazon, I just had to order them. After all, who doesn’t love cute pigs?
They arrived in a timely manner and were well-packaged. I was impressed that the hooks between the mother and baby pigs as they are made of metal and seem to be solid. They are well-crafted and fit perfect in my planer.
They are a bit on the smallish side, but I have them facing me, so I can admire them when I’m sitting on my patio.
I had a bad storm with high winds come through, and they did get blown off and fell onto the patio. I was worried they might have gotten chipped, since they are resin. But, they survived, and I didn’t see any damage to them.
Is this set of mother/baby pigs worth the price? That’s for you to decide.
1 out of 5 Stars
Worst sunglasses, ever
I love the larger lenses for all my glasses, whether regular or sunglasses. And the Aviator type is the best. So, that’s why I thought I’d this pair out.
I received them in a timely manner and they were well-packaged. But, boy, there just anything to them.
They are very light in weight and feel really cheap. As you can tell by the product picture, the arms are straight and don’t have hooks at the ends. Those hooks are to help keep your glasses on your face. They’re supposed to hook behind your ears. If you ben over with these on, they will keep sliding down your nose. Not good.
Also the polarization of the lenses is non-existent. I squinted the whole time I wore them. Which wasn’t very long. I’ve tried them one time and now they’re sitting in a corner, never to be worn again.
Maybe you won’t have the same issues I did, but for me, these are a No-Go.
¡Ahora en español!
Si te encantan “La princesa prometida” y “Maléfica”, no te pierdas la serie El Legado de las Hadas de Patricia Bossano. Sumérgete en la aventura, el amor y un inolvidable descubrimiento interdimensional.
If you love “The Princess Bride” and “Maleficent” you don’t want to miss Patricia Bossano’s Faerie Legacy Series. Dive into adventure, love, and an unforgettable interdimensional discovery.
Now Available In Spanish!
Herencia Encantada
(Faery Sight)
Serie El Legado de Las Hadas 1
(Faerie Legacy Series Book 1)
by Patricia Bossano
Genre: Fantasía (YA Fantasy)
A los diecisiete años, La Soberanía de las Hadas es el único mundo que Celeste conoce. En su corazón, atesora el sueño de convertirse, algún día, en una de ellas.
Pero los hechos revelados por su madre antes de morir desvían sus ilusiones.
Huérfana y ansiosa por tomar las riendas de su destino, Celeste vacila entre sus certezas de antaño y las nuevas.
¿Es la princesa humana que su madre formó o es el hada-humana que anhela ser?
¿Va a vengar a sus padres y honrar el compromiso de matrimonio que la espera en el mundo mortal o debe obedecer a su corazón y permanecer junto al extraño que acaba de entrar en su vida?
Celeste elige vengar la muerte de sus padres, incluso si eso significa reconocer el lugar que le corresponde en la dimensión humana.
Motivada por la princesa de las hadas, Nahia, y amparada por la Corte Luminosa y por su verdadero amor, Celeste se propone desenmascarar a la insidiosa hechicera Arantxa.
Confía en que nada impedirá su regreso triunfal a la Soberanía de las Hadas… Nada hasta que la identidad de su prometido es revelada.
**Also available in English! **
Winner of the Literary Titan Gold Award, Readers’ Favorite 5-Star Award, and the Golden Quill of Excellence Award.
“Powerful and gripping right from the start.” — Aimee Carol Dixon for Readers’ Favorite
Faery Sight by award-winning California-based indie author, Patricia Bossano, is the beginning of an epic YA fantasy saga that spans 200 years and multiple dimensions.
It isn’t easy being a teenager, especially when you’re a human princess living in the faery realm. Celeste yearns to truly belong there, and is ready to relinquish her human identity, but startling revelations from her dying mother expose shocking truths and impede her plans.
Struggling to come to terms with her birthright, Celeste must find her place between worlds while exacting revenge against the evil sorceress who wronged her parents.
Faery Sight is the unforgettable story of navigating the challenges of growing up, embracing your individuality and choosing your own path, even if that means facing a daunting enemy.
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Un Don de Cuna
(Cradle Gift)
Serie El Legado de Las Hadas 2
(Faerie Legacy Series Book 2)
El día en que nació Maité, su hada madrina le otorgó un don de cuna. Arma y herramienta a la vez, el don de sueños lúcidos le permite a Maité viajar a otros mundos mientras duerme.
A los diecisiete años, el entorno cotidiano de Maité se desgarra con la trágica pérdida de sus padres. Desterrada del único hogar que conoce y aislada en el extranjero, la joven lucha por encontrarle sentido a su nueva vida. Ajena al conflicto en la Soberanía de las Hadas, que se cierne inexorable sobre su realidad, Maité descubre que ella, una humana, está en el centro de la gran batalla por el control absoluto de la soberanía.
A través de su don de cuna, Maité empieza a vislumbrar la magnitud de la influencia feérica en su vida. Dispuesta a retomar las riendas de su destino a partir del transcendental descubrimiento, Maité se apoya en Emily, su mejor amiga, y en David, un joven cuyo interés por la genética ilumina posibilidades que cambiarán la identidad de Maité para siempre.
**Also available in English! **
On the day she was born, Maité received a cradle gift from the faery Nahia—a gift that allows her to travel into other worlds while in a dream state.
At seventeen, Maité’s mortal world is torn apart with the tragic loss of her parents. Uprooted from the only home she’s ever known and isolated in a foreign country, the young woman struggles to make sense of her new life. But the conflict in the realm of Faerie is about to bleed over into Maité’s reality. She finds herself in the middle of an ancient struggle between Nahia and the Beautiful One as they furiously clash for control over the realm.
Through her Cradle Gift, Maité uncovers the extent of the Faerie Realm’s involvement in her life, and in her quest to come to terms with it, Maité has the help of best friend Emily, and David; a young man whose interest in genetics illuminates possibilities that will change her identity forever.
“The characters popped out of the pages. Engaging scenes that carried many themes like loss, friendship, and courage. Cradle Gift sends readers, like myself, deep into the plot.”
–Danielle Urban
“A magical tale written by Patricia Bossano with poetic flair … Women of all ages will love this book, and might very well come away from this make believe world, believing in Fairies.”
–Amazon customer
“… Once again the author is a wonderful story teller and you will find yourself lost in the faery world, cheering for your favorite characters …”
–AnnLovesBooks
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El Legado de Nahia
(Nahia)
Serie El Legado de Las Hadas 3
(Faerie Legacy Series Book 3)
La rebelde princesa de las hadas se debate entre satisfacer sus propios deseos y lo que es mejor para sus seres queridos y para el tropel.
Siguiendo su corazón en busca del hombre que ama; Nahia oculta su identidad feérica para integrarse a la dimensión humana.
Después de dar a luz a una hija, el secreto de Nahia queda al descubierto, al igual que la ineludible responsabilidad de haber alterado para siempre la huella genética de su familia. Acorralada, Nahia vuelve a la Soberanía de las Hadas cuyo peso latente recae en la joven princesa después de la muerte del mágico guardián del bosque.
Para salvar su hogar y renovar los lazos con su familia humana y feérica, Nahia debe procurar un receptor mágico para el nuevo Guardián del Bosque, pues sin él no podrá avivar la soberanía ni convertirse en la nueva Reina de las Hadas.
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A rebellious faery princess struggles with satisfying her own desires over what’s best for her loved ones. Following her heart in pursuit of the human she loves, Nahia hides her faery identity in order to enter the human dimension.
After giving birth to a daughter, Nahia’s secret is revealed, as is the realization that she has forever altered the genetic human footprint. Faced with death, Nahia returns to the faerie realm only to have its dormant weight thrust upon her after the demise of its magical keeper.
To save her home and renew ties with both her human and faerie family, Nahia must find a way to reawaken the realm, become the new Faery Queen, and provide a royal descendant for the new Keeper of the Forest.
“Bossano’s writing is beautiful and rich with detail . . . A vivid and intricate fantasy tale about the ties that bind and the conflicts between two realms.”
–Kirkus Reviews
“A novel of truly epic scale . . . With its deep and detailed dive into the fairy realm, as well as its vivid, high-level vocabulary, Nahia is a complex fantasy novel that should not be missed.”
–Foreword Reviews
Patricia Bossano has done it again; this latest book in her amazing Faerie series is absolutely brilliant and her best work yet, in my opinion. Nahia ties all three books in the trilogy together nicely and once again puts the reader right in the middle of the action with her deep and vivid style . . . These stories have everything you could ask for and more . . . Simply magical, I believe!”
–Amazon customer
“Powerfully written . . . an emotional journey that tugged at my heart.”
–Urban Book Reviews
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Galardonada prosista de ficciones filosóficas y merodeos sobrenaturales sin inteligencia artificial. Patricia reside en California con su familia y allí compone sus obras.
“En cuanto entreví la historia original escrita en mi corazón, comencé a repetírmela una y otra vez. Todos los días.
A medida que mi fe en esa historia crece, la realidad que tanto anhelo empieza a cobrar vida. Ahora soy novelista a tiempo completo y editora en jefe de WaterBearer Press, donde puedo abordar la publicación de mis libros, un sueño a la vez”. — Patricia Bossano
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Artisanal wordsmith and old-school scribbler of no A.I. philosophical fictions and supernatural escapes, some of them en español.
“As soon as I caught a glimpse of the original story written in my heart, I began telling it to myself over and over, every day.
As I surrender to believing it, my long wished-for reality is taking shape. I am now a full-time novelist and managing editor of WaterBearer Press, where I get to approach publishing one dream at a time.” — Patricia Bossano
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She’s a 1940s ghost whisperer.
Burdened with her empathic gift, Elizabeth Reilly wants to be free of it and fit in with normal people. Nevertheless, when the spirit of an old man asks for her help, she travels across the country to help him return home.
He’s the son of a ghost.
Gio Clemente is still angry with his father who abandoned him as a child. To help the father pass on, Elizabeth must persuade Gio to let go of his anger. Though he resents her intrusion, they are both stunned to find themselves fighting a profound attraction.
Elizabeth can accept his headstrong brand of love, but can Gio accept her gift—and believe in her?
The Passenger, a 1940s ghost story set in the California wine country, tells a tale of family connections, life-changing choices, and love—lost and found.
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Elizabeth’s stomach churned in nervous knots. She squirmed on the cloth seat, and her foot twitched. If he heard her erratic heartbeat, he’d realize how frantic she was—and hot. Perspiration built up on her forehead. Grabbing the metal handle, she rolled down the squeaking window, and inhaled the pure air. The fragrances of the forest filled her senses—the resinous scent of pine, the earthiness of soil, and damp detritus of fallen branches and decaying leaves. The surrounding land was alive, vibrant, and something more she couldn’t quite identify. Somehow, the vehicle they drove in and the path it traveled seemed out of place.
Gravel on the uneven road crunched and ground under the truck’s tires. Elizabeth sat straight in her seat and stole stiff, awkward glimpses at Giovanni. A frown marked his lips. His lean, well-defined face held soulful eyes bringing to her mind images of the sad little boy he must have been.
A thin red scar stretched down his right cheek and she itched to run a finger along the faded edges. She’d caress his stubble-shadowed chin and tell him how terribly his father missed him.
Instead, she stared out the truck window.
About the Author:
Award-winning, Minnesota-based author, Joie Lesin is a life-long fiction writer and poet. She is most recently the author of The Passenger (The Wild Rose Press, 2024) and her work is also featured in Scribeworth Magazine. She has long been fascinated by anything otherworldly including mermaids and ghosts. Joie writes character-driven, emotional, atmospheric tales about heartache and hope.
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“…an exhilarating and original piece of fantasy.”
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The Heart Scarab
The Duchy Wars Book 2
by Stella Atrium
Genre: SciFi Dystopian Fantasy
Bybiis has successfully thwarted her nemesis Ulaya and captured a clutch of serpent pouches that carry a certain magic. Against her will, the pouches get distributed among warriors of the Siibabean, so Bybiis goes her own way for discovering more about her beastmaster powers.
Meanwhile, Stuben el Cylahi has taken a position as police in the duchy capital of Urbyd where he butts heads with his boss Rufus el Arrivi. Stuben realizes that he also must strike out on his own and joins a group of Rundi who are on mission to recover some quarry slaves. His witness of coming events makes him wish that he had remained nearby Rufus. Can Stuben regain his tribal status?
Praise for The Heart Scarab:
For fans of speculative fiction who crave rich world building, complex characters, and thought-provoking themes, The Heart Scarab is nothing short of essential reading.
The BookViral Review
An elaborate and enthralling fantasy. Reminiscent of Robin Hobb’s legendary fantasy series, the immersive vernacular and eccentrically crafted language fully transports readers to. The alternating narrative structure provides readers with a full picture of this meticulously constructed realm, while the intermingling plotlines keep the elaborate prose at a persistent pace. Striking a confident balance between political intrigue, rich character study, and trenchant but epic dystopian themes, this second novel of Atrium’s series shines as an exhilarating and original piece of fantasy.
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The Matrix Opal
The Duchy Wars Book 1
From 5X award-winning writer.
Ariseng knew that she was expendable, but she would leave the stone forest and embrace their mission only if the Matrix Opal was hers, for magic and protection. She didn’t know that her true enemy lived among her new friends.
This standalone science fiction novel presents a fresh protagonist and sidekick. Familiar characters from the previous 5-book series also grow into adult roles, such as Bybiis the Beastmaster who struggles to find her place among the tribes that populate Dolvia’s city-states. Kristos el Arrivi meets Ariseng who is from a very different tribe and unwilling to harness her skills for the resistance. Will the young leaders learn to work together before their training is overwhelmed by a Ciska assassin group?
Praise for The Matrix Opal:
Stella Atrium’s writing is fluid and her superior storytelling skills leave a spell on readers, forcing them to keep on turning the pages. This deeply moving tale is filled with humanity and realism.
-Book Commentary
As always, Atrium builds worlds and cultures with anthropological rigor… and tour-guides readers through those creations with such exacting prose and immersive detail that the textures of life and conflict come to feel real.
-Book Life
… a beautiful masterpiece of worldbuilding with richly drawn characters, nuanced politics, conflicting cultures, and strange and wonderful creatures… It would be a shame to miss out on any of it.
– Catherine Langrehr, Indie Reader
**Only .99 cents!!**
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Stella Atrium presents planet stories about female protagonists of diverse ethnicities who encounter obstacles relatable to our lives today. How do women in a conflict zone gain voice in the public square using the few tools available to women?
THE BUSH CLINIC received an Editor’s Pick from BookLife, a 2024 Silver Medal for Science Fiction/Space Exploration from Global Book Awards, and a 2023 Independent Press award for Science Fiction.
The second novel titled THE BODY POLITIC also received an Editor’s Pick from BookLife, an Artisan Book Review award.
HOME RULE is the title for book 3 released in May 2023, securing an Editor’s Pick from BookLife, First Place for Best Science Fiction Sisterhood from 2024 Chick Lit Cafe International award, and a 2023 Artisan Book Review award for Science Fiction.
TRIBAL LOGIC: Book 4 of The Tribal Wars was released in March 2024, and won the First Place Gold Medal for Science Fiction/Dystopian from Global Book Awards.
Book 5 titled UTCAN’S TALISMAN was released in August 2024 with highest ratings from Literary Titan and Indie Reader, and gained a Bronze medal for Science Fiction/Dystopian from the 2024 Global Book Awards.
Also be certain to pick up Atrium’s standalone novel SEVEN BEYOND that won an Editor’s Pick from BookLife, and a 2014 Reader’s Favorites Award in Science Fiction.
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Two people are brought together by a force they never saw coming . . .
Shaman
A Talisman Series Standalone
by Tam DeRudder Jackson
Genre: Paranormal Romance, Romantasy
A druid straddles the line between light and darkness . . .
Renleigh Rogan keeps to herself in her remote Montana cabin, tending her plants and honing her protection spells. Only occasionally does she indulge her shape-shifting abilities… Called to Scotland in the middle of the night to help heal a rogue warrior, her first instinct is to ignore the summons, but danger lies in disobeying a powerful goddess.
A rogue is caught in a celestial tug-o-war . . .
Jamie Lennox gave up the warrior community long ago, voluntarily fighting in the Morrigan’s rogue army. Cocky, and one of the most accomplished swordsman in the community, he’s the perfect weapon for taking the warriors the Morrigan covets most. Yet when he loses a pivotal battle, she turns on him, leaving him injured and lost in a no-man’s land between good and evil, a place no warrior or rogue can exist for long. Luckily for him, a beautiful druid has come to his rescue, even if she’s saving him against her will.
Two people are brought together by a force they never saw coming . . .
The fact Jaime Lennox looks like a fallen angel has nothing to do with Renleigh’s decision to come to his aid. His sexy come-ons do not intrigue her either—not even a little bit. Nor does the mysterious past he hides. While the two of them spar inside an enchanted cottage in the Highlands, overhead, a celestial storm is brewing, one that will require each of them to decide what truly matters—their beliefs about themselves and each other or the truth that will set their love free.
⚔️enemies to lovers
💕fated mates
🐉shape-shifting FMC
🏴set in the Scottish Highlands
♥️stand alone HEA
“Jackson works this admittedly familiar supernatural romance/urban fantasy terrain (readers of J.R. Ward’s Black Dagger Brotherhood series, for instance, will feel right at home) with winning energy, a good ear for dialogue, and a sharp sense of pacing.” Kirkus Reviews for Rogue
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Tam DeRudder Jackson’s love of all things Celtic led her to write the Talisman Series. Steeped in Celtic mythology, these steamy, fated mates, paranormal romance adventures are set in the mountains of Tam’s native Montana and the Highlands of Scotland. Rogue, the most recent book in the series, was named a best romance of 2022 by the Independent Book Review.
An avid fan of rock music, Tam never misses a chance to see a live show, especially if it’s Shinedown, one of her favorite bands. Her love of rock music inspired her contemporary rock star Balefire Series, a sexy fun ride following the lives and loves of the members of a fictional mega-band. Readers of this series consistently give the books five-star reviews.
Tam earned her BA in English from Montana State University and her M.Ed. in literacy from Lesley University. After a short teaching stint in Bath, England, she settled in the wilds of Wyoming where she taught adolescents all about the Celts and a bit about writing before she stepped out of the classroom to pursue her writing career full time.
When she’s not writing, you can find her working her way through her mountainous TBR piles, alpine skiing, or traveling to some new place on her ever-expanding bucket list. To stay up to date on her adventures, connect with Tam on her website www.tamderudderjackson where you can subscribe to her newsletter.
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