NOT LUCILLE Blurb Blitz Tour – 7/14

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Sahara Foley

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NOT LUCILLE

Mike Steele

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GENRE:  Middle Grade Historical

BLURB:

 

Ten-year-old Lucy Contento can’t help but be seen and heard. And she’s always in trouble for it. She talks too much. She’s impulsive. She writes with the wrong hand. Her parents would be mad enough knowing she routinely earns afterschool detentions. They’d be furious if they found out she’s been sneaking onto the campus of the nearby Trenton Academy for the Deaf. But there, Lucy has met Florence, a lonely and profoundly deaf girl her own age. Florence doesn’t mind Lucy’s flaws. Though Florence can’t speak, she has a unique way of communicating. If Lucy can figure out how to learn Florence’s special language, the two could be friends.

 

Lucy devises a plan, but it’s going to cost a whopping $7.98-more money than she’s got. She can’t tell her parents why she wants the funds without revealing she’s been visiting Florence. Besides, her parents don’t have a penny to spare. Her father has been out of work for months. And nobody else in the Contento family has an income. Or do they …? Lucy soon discovers she’s not the only member of her family hiding something. Can she get the money she needs while keeping everyone’s secrets? Or will her scheming land her in the biggest trouble of her life?

 

In this story of friendship and belonging, a young girl navigates prejudice, punishment, and identity while establishing her voice in a world that often tries to keep her silent.

 

 

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Excerpt One:

 

“Lucy! Lucy, Lucy! Oh, no, no, no!” Her best friend, Ann Salvatore, burst through the back of the crowd and barreled down the walkway toward her. Ann was normally thrilled to have a chance to wear her green party dress with puffed sleeves. This morning, however, she looked panicked, like she’d witnessed some horrible accident. “No, no, no, no, no!” Sweat pooled on her cheeks as she contorted her face in agony.

 

“What’s wrong?” Lucy suddenly feared the worst. “Don’t tell me the fifth graders got moved down to the fourth floor.”

 

“Worse than that. We’re in Miss Gillingham’s class.”

 

It wasn’t worse, but it wasn’t good news. Miss Gillingham had a reputation for being the strictest teacher at Robbins Elementary, the type to stand in the hall before and after class so she could yell at troublemakers who weren’t even on her roster. Miss Gillingham always taught sixth grade, though. Lucy hadn’t expected the teacher would be a concern for another year.

 

“She’s on the fifth-grade list,” Ann explained. “Classroom 5A. We’re both in it. She’s going to torture us.”

 

Lucy rolled her eyes, something she found herself doing often around her best friend. Ann seemed to feel emotions in extremes. She was either ecstatic or devastated, laughing or sobbing, rarely anything in between. Miss Gillingham may not have been Lucy’s top-choice teacher, but she couldn’t be that bad, not bad enough to torture students.

 

“She’s awful to the good kids,” Ann said. “Imagine what you’re in for.”

 

AUTHOR Bio and Links:

 

Mike Steele is an elementary school librarian and former fourth and fifth grade classroom teacher. He has eight plays that are published and licensed for production in the school play market. Not Lucille is his debut middle-grade novel. Whether writing plays or novels, he enjoys creating characters and situations that make kids laugh. In his spare time, he likes to attend plays and musicals, create mixed-media artwork, and win prizes from claw machines. He lives at the Jersey Shore with his rescue tabby cats, Karen and Sox. If you spot him in the wild, he usually has a bubble tea in one of his hands.

 

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Featured Book – FELINE FASCINATIONS: The Adventures of Boris and Olga by J.M. Northup

Posted on July 13, 2025 by Sahara Foley

Boris, a stray kitten rescued from the city streets, finds his forever home on the farm of his dreams!

There, with his sassy older sister, Olga, they explore the farmstead and all it has to offer. Through the antics and adventures of these two adorable cats, you’ll meet an array of animals, both wild and domestic. Among the interesting characters are Boris and Olga’s silly brother, Charlie the Dog, and their friends Gus the Squirrel, Charlotte the Horse, Zeke the Mallard Duck, and the Holstein Heifers, Betsy and Ellie Mae.

You will learn alongside Boris as he is taught about his new life. You will get the chance to discover farm activities, including how hay is made and the process of milking cows, and amazing facts, like why birds migrate. You will be able to hunt for frogs, climb a Christmas tree, and even go to the vet.

Come discover the things that fascinate a feline and experience it through the eyes of the cat himself!
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This chapter book is designed to teach children about animals and the world around them, targeting ages 6 to 13. It was devised to help children to have empathy for all living things while finding a realistic acceptance of nature. Some things are happy and humorous, while others are not. Educational and entertaining, this collection of feline adventures is an enjoyable read for children and adults alike!

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My Amazon Vine Review of PWireless 8 PCS Colorful Dragonfly Clips

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Sahara Foley

Colorful & Fun To Put In Your Flowers

4 out of 5 Stars

I’m always looking for fun stuff to put in or around my flower pots. When I saw these, I had to give them a try.

First off, my shipment was delayed and it took over a month to get them. Though, they did give me a choice to cancel my order, but I really wanted to see what they looked like.

You do get 8 pieces and my biggest complaint is the way they are positioned on the poles. 4 of the dragonflies, once clipped to your planter, will be facing like their flying away from your flowers. 2 of them will look like they are flying into your flowers, and the last 2 are flying sideways to your flowers. So, the main picture for this product is wrong. They aren’t all facing the same way.

And, the actual dragonflies aren’t as big as they make them seem in the photos. They aren’t small, but they aren’t huge, either. They are also very vibrant in color. You will notice them in your plants.

Once I received them, I choose to kina flatten their wings to make them appear to be flying. When it’s breezy, the wings will flip up and down and it’s pretty cook, because they really look like they’re flying.

I’ve only had them in my pots for a few weeks so I’m sure how they will hold up. However, I have had a few storms come through with winds and small hail, and they are fine so far. No damage to them, so more durable then they appear.

I’ll see how they hold up by summers end.

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#PJsCrystalBliss – Natural 75 mm Citrine Smoky Quartz Smotrine Sphere with Prism Rainbows

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Sahara Foley

Can’t enough of quartz crystals with rainbows? Then, you’ll fall for this Smotrine sphere with lots of prism rainbows.

Discover the captivating beauty of our Natural 77 mm Citrine Smoky Quartz Smotrine Sphere with Prism Rainbows. This stunning crystal combines the warm, uplifting energy of citrine with the grounding properties of smoky quartz, making it a perfect addition to your crystal collection or home decor. Each sphere is meticulously crafted from high-quality natural stones, ensuring that no two pieces are alike. As light dances across its smooth surface, you’ll be enchanted by the mesmerizing prism rainbows that emerge, adding a touch of magic to any space. Ideal for meditation, manifestation, or simply as an eye-catching decorative piece, this unique sphere makes for a thoughtful gift for crystal lovers and spiritual enthusiasts alike. Embrace the harmonious energy of this extraordinary gem and elevate your living environment today!

This crystal orb is approx. 75mm and weighs 1 lb. 5 oz. It comes with the pictured holder.

*****
Citrine – associated with positivity and optimism, it’s used to assist in manifesting financial abundance and opportunities. It can also help cultivate confidence and personal power.
Smoky Quartz – disperses fear, lifts depression and negativity.

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#PJsCrystalBliss – Pretty Picture Jasper Free Form with Wooden Stand

Posted on July 10, 2025 by Sahara Foley

Mother Nature makes some interesting art when she mixes Dendric with Picture Jasper.

Introducing our stunning Pretty Picture Jasper Free Form with Wooden Stand, a captivating piece that adds natural beauty to any space. This unique gemstone features intricate patterns and warm earthy tones, making it a perfect addition to your home decor or office. Each free form piece is carefully crafted, showcasing the exquisite details that only nature can create. It comes complete with a beautifully finished wooden stand, allowing you to display it with elegance and style. Ideal for crystal enthusiasts, those seeking positive energy, or simply a gorgeous decorative accent, this Picture Jasper piece is sure to be a conversation starter. Bring a touch of tranquility and artistry into your environment with this one-of-a-kind decorative gem!

This Picture Jasper free form is approx. with stand:
Height – 4″
Length – 7.4″
Width – 2″
Weight – 2 lbs. 2.3 oz.

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The Synchrotron Book Tour & Giveaway – 7/7 to 7/14

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Sahara Foley

The End of the World has Never Been This Incompetent!

The Synchrotron

by Rain Hunter

Genre: Science Fiction Comedy

✔️A deadly virus.
✔️A world overrun by monsters.
✔️ Six scientists on a dangerous mission to cure the world.
We are screwed…

They only wanted a Nobel Prize. Instead, they will have to save the world.

It was going to be the experiment of the year. Preparing to blast x-rays through a piece of palladium at the most dazzling European synchrotron, Anna and five of her fellow scientists expected a few hiccups.

Not a horde of hungry spleen-eating zombies.

The world has succumbed to the virus, leaving only scattered survivors.

When Anna and her friends realise that the infected can be cured back into humans, they pledge to find a cure no matter the cost. Equipped with a lab wrench and questionable lab ethics, Team ID26 are humanity’s last hope.

But what is the price of saving the world?

Running out of time, Anna and her friends will face the impossible choices between life and death, morality and cure. When the future of the world is at stake, what will they have to sacrifice?

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What is similar between science and postapocalyptic survival?

Everything that can, will go wrong.”

Rain Hunter is a writer of post-apocalyptic science fiction. Having spent years as a materials researcher, Rain intricately weaves scientific precision into the stories. “I’ve had a fun lab run over the years and might have picked some degrees on the way,” laughs Rain. “But the most important thing for my books is that the science has to be real. No more can-and-know-it-all characters! If I know how to cook meth from baking soda and cough syrup, I won’t be able to start a rocket engine, full stop. Even in fiction!”

Rain is a huge fan of the zombie genre, both in movies and books. “I’d kill to be a zombie extra in a film. Even if they smash my brains out in the first two seconds. Sign me up anytime.”

Dark humour and irony are the main ingredients in Rain’s novels. “I am sure the world will die laughing. That’s what I would do.”

Rain lives in Birmingham (England), which serves as a main inspiration for the goriest post-apocalyptic scenes. In their spare time, Rain plays a harp in the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Nah, not really.

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The Fifth Strain Release Blitz & Giveaway – 7/8

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Sahara Foley

“This taut, entertaining tale mingles astonishing powers with ordinary adolescence.”

—Kirkus (The Fourth Kinetic)

The Fifth Strain

Clairvoyants Book 2

by Brady Moore

Genre: YA Fantasy

There were four known types of Clairvoyants who had escaped from a laboratory, their memories wiped clean: Kinetics, Readers, Prophets, and Aurals. But that was before they met 17-year-old Rion Grean. Since the moment Rion discovered his telekinetic abilities, he knew his life would never be ordinary. However, he didn’t anticipate the drastic changes that would follow when his mother’s secrets were revealed, leading to their farewell.

On that day, Rion learned he wasn’t alone in possessing extraordinary powers and was introduced to PSYRIIN, a militaristic entity determined to annihilate his kind. With a new adversary emerging, Rion is confronted with tough decisions: Should he search for his mother, or should he ally with the Clairvoyants to rally the scattered few in a battle for their survival? As hidden truths come to light and he uncovers a mysterious link to a new strain, Rion will soon understand the true meaning of fighting for family.

 

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The Fourth Kinetic

Clairvoyants Book 1

In this world, there are four strains of clairvoyants: Kinetics who can move objects with their minds, Prophets who have involuntary visions of the future, Readers who can delve into the innermost thoughts of others in an instant, and Aural who can transfer their consciousness to control the bodies of others.

At just 17 years old, Rion Grean is a Kinetic with no knowledge that he is not alone in his abilities. His protective mother had kept them constantly moving, even going as far as refusing to tell Rion about his father whom he never met. However, when an accident separates them, Rion finds himself being pursued by a covert militaristic force that sees his kind as dangerous anomalies in society. Suddenly thrust into a world filled with different factions of Clairvoyants, Rion must navigate through alliances and betrayals to determine who he can trust.

Despite his natural talents and intelligence, Rion has always struggled to make friends and find purpose in life due to his sheltered upbringing. But as he faces challenges outside of his comfort zone, he learns the true meaning of friendship and family. This is not a typical story of good versus evil; it is a deeply personal journey of self-discovery and the struggle to coexist in a society that fears what it cannot understand.

 

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Brady Moore was born and raised in Charlotte, North Carolina. He began writing stories and drawing his own comic books at the age of ten and never looked back. After graduating high school he attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro where he graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies. Heavily influenced by film and television, his writing includes elements from multiple genres and multimedia styles. He currently resides in Charlotte, NC where he enjoys writing everything from poetry to movie scripts. His ultimate goal is to see one of his works adapted for the screen.

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My Amazon Vine Product Review of Raneecoco Natural Gemstone Necklace for Women 18K Gold Plated Sterling Silver Two-Tone Tree of Life & Love Heart Pendant Jewelry

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Sahara Foley

I ordered this Garnet necklace as that’s one of my birthstones. I most say, I was very impressed.

It came very well-packaged and it’s gorgeous to look at. Not only is the necklace shipped in a heavy plastic sleeve, but the pendant, itself, comes inside a smaller one. And then that’s tucked away in a nice pouch. It looks and feels very expensive.

The Garnet stone is very red and clear. I have crystals made of Garnet, but this stone has evolved into the semi-precious stage.

I love the necklace and it would make an amazing gift for that special someone in your life.

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THEIRS UNTIL ALWAYS Book Blast – 7/7

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Sahara Foley

This post is part of a virtual book tour organized by Goddess Fish Promotions. Mae K. Knight will be awarding a $10 Amazon/BN gift card to a randomly drawn winner. Click on the tour banner to see the other stops on the tour.

Adam:

Men like me don’t get happy endings.
When my demons talk to me, I talk back.
I heeded their call when they demanded my parents’ death.
I even listened when they ordered my own.
And they nearly won.
Until her.
One night changed my life. Then I lost it all. I lost her.
Now, I’ll do anything to get my sunshine back.
But can a sinner like me be willing to share after learning I’m not the only one craving her light?

Jordyn:

When a man shows you his red flags, run.
But running from Adam is easier said than done.
When he re-enters my life, my world implodes with the secrets he’s keeping.
Can I forgive him and learn to live in his shadows? To be the light he thinks I am?
Or will his darkness consume me?

Abel:

Witnessing your twin nearly die, hardens something in you.
I’ll do whatever it takes to keep Adam breathing.
As kids, he’d protected me, even though that was my job as the older brother.
Now, it’s my turn to protect him.
You can run little sunshine, but you won’t get far.
If Jordyn’s what my brother needs to keep his demons at bay, then I’ll claim her for us.
She’ll be ours, always.

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This place really does serve a mean cup of Joe.

I lift the delicate-looking porcelain cup to my lips, letting my lashes flutter against my cheeks as I take another hearty sip of my mocha latte. Licking my lips, I glance around the bustling coffee shop, sunlight bathing my fellow caffeine fiends, kissing the glass enclosure showcasing treats and the checkered tile flooring. Behind the green counter, four uniformed bodies move in sync to crank out orders as people filter in and out of the building.

I wait, settling back into the booth I’d snagged early, only moments after the shop opened. I know Jordyn will be strutting her bubbly self through the frosted glass doors at any moment and there’s not a damn thing Adam can do about me intercepting her, unwilling as he is to blow our cover.

But I am fixing this, dammit.

I’ve wiled the hours away on my phone, gathering intel on the next assignment I plan to take as soon as things are cleared up here.

A vacation with your twin and girlfriend wouldn’t be a bad idea.

I freeze, sucking back air as the woman in question strolls in, oblivious to my position at the back of the shop and at the turn of my own thoughts.

My girlfriend?

No. Jordyn is Adam’s. He’s said so, and I’ve respected that, chalking up my moments with her to brotherly duties. My twin needed me and… God, look at the way that dress rises and falls from the delicious jiggle of her ass. I swipe at my mouth in the event drool slipped past my lips.

About the Author Mae K. Knight is a self-published author based in Louisiana, who enjoys writing “trauma boys” as her readers coined them, BIPOC FMCs that look like her and fast, smutty stories that leave you craving for more. When not writing, she’s reading monster romances penned by her fellow indie authors, studying for her nursing degree, or lifting heavy weights in the gym to feel like a bad bitch on a competition platform.

If you want to read more of her work, check out her website: https://maeknight.carrd.co, buy signed paperbacks directly from her: https://mackandmae.shop or go directly to her Amazon page for her KU titles: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mae-K.-Knight/author/B0D3674KWR. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560507610143
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/49729390.Mae_K_Knight
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Featured Free eBook – The Galaxy of Comedy Part 1 by Dr. Rabea Hadi

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Sahara Foley

The Galaxy of Comedy Part 1 (Enhanced Edition) takes you on a wild ride where every alien encounter, malfunctioning gadget, and intergalactic diner debacle could be your last—or at least, your most ridiculous. Follow our reluctant lab assistant hero who accidentally triggers a galaxy-hopping portal, launching them into a universe full of quirky characters, laugh-out-loud mishaps, and a surprisingly epic quest.

With this enhanced edition, enjoy:

  • New laugh-filled scenes, quirky character encounters, and a polished storyline.
  • A vibrant cast of misfit characters who each bring their own unique (and often chaotic) flair.
  • Fast-paced, non-stop comedy blended seamlessly with lighthearted adventure.
  • A feel-good escape that’s packed with unexpected twists, from robotic pirates to rhyming space cowboys.

If you’re a fan of quick wit, slapstick humor, and space hijinks, The Galaxy of Comedy Part 1 is your ticket to the funniest corners of the universe?

What to expect:

  • A quirky, phobia-ridden crew: From Grump, the overconfident engineer who’s terrified of bees, to Matilda, the old but tough scientist struggling with a fear of heights, every character brings their own comedic twist to the adventure.
  • Outrageous space encounters: Think malfunctioning gadgets, space diner debacles, and close calls with alien pirates—all served with a side of humor.
  • A blend of slapstick, wordplay, and witty banter: Perfect for fans of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy looking for a fresh, comedic twist on the classic sci-fi adventure.
  • An unpredictable adventure: With each chapter, the stakes get higher, and the jokes get funnier as the crew stumbles through one chaotic mishap after another. readers of hitchhiker guide to the galaxy douglas adams can enjoy these books!
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