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Millicent Maries is NOT my name Blog Tour Adventure

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Millicent Marie Tour

Today is the day – the official launch of Millicent Marie is NOT my
Name by Karen Pokras Toz! To kick things off you are invited to a
Twitter Party. Join award winning children’s author Karen
Pokras Toz at 10 am, 11 am, and Noon EST and then again at
10 pm, 11 pm, and Midnight EST for 30 minutes of chatting, fun,
and prizes.

The easiest way to join the conversation is with tweetchat.com Login with your Twitter
account, then enter #MillicentMarie to join the room.

The Twitter Party is just the beginning of the fun. Karen will be on
tour for the next 21 days. Check out the full schedule here.

Summary:

Twelve-year-old
Millicent Marie does not like her name. After all, she was named for a
woman who died more than fifty years ago and was not the most loveable
member of the Harris family. Her friends call her Millie, but when she
writes in her diary she refers to herself as Amanda – the name she
always wished she had.

When Millie’s younger brother finds her
diary on her computer, he decides to publish it as a blog for the entire
world to see, including the boy Millie has a crush on. In the midst of
all the mayhem, Millie/Amanda discovers she is suddenly Springside
Elementary’s most sought after sixth-grade mystery gossip and advice
columnist.

But not all is fun and games, as Millie quickly
learns, once she realizes feelings are at stake. Nobody, least of all
Millie, expects things to turn out as they do in this tale of friendship
and respect.

Learn more & get your own copy (ebook and paperback):

 

About Karen Pokras Toz:

Karen Pokras Toz is a writer, wife and mom. Karen grew up in
Connecticut and currently lives outside of Philadelphia with her
husband and three children. In June 2011, Karen published her first
middle grade children’s novel for 7-12 year olds called Nate Rocks the
World, which won First Place for Children’s Chapter Books and the
Grand Prize Overall in the 2012 Purple Dragonfly Book Awards, as well
as placing first for a Global E-Book Award for Pre-Teen Literature. In
2012, Karen published the second in the Nate Rocks series, Nate Rocks
the Boat, followed by middle grade novel, Millicent Marie Is Not My
Name. Karen is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers
& Illustrators (SCBWI).

Follow the tour on Pinterest
and don’t forget to check out Millie’s
blog.

.Join the blog hop.

Enjoy your Adventure today! WB

Side Kick Adventure

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Good Day Folks,

Well I guess today is talk like a pirate day.  Shivery me timbers I have to wait until November for Stacey Rourke’s next Gryphon story. But alas mateys she has a short companion side kick story to tie us over. This adventure let us know who, what , when, where and how, Celeste’s sidekicks are doing in their day to day routine. Their is a surprise ending for us too and we are all invited.If you have read Conduit and Embrace you will love Sidekick Chronicles Gryphon Novella.

Download it today its only 99 cents and a fun quick read.
http://www.amazon.com/Sidekick-Chronicles-Gryphon-Novella-ebook/dp/B0099S7J9O/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348062268&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=side+kick+by+stacey+rourke

Now you can read about these sidekicks. Let’s talk sidekicks. I have many side kicks. Some folks consider me a leader.  I always considered my self a support member but I guess I do like to build teams to accomplish a goal. When I have a team I assess their strengths and weakness’s. Once I know what folks can do well, I let them run with those gifts and ignore their weakness’s. Once I build the team I  prefer to take a roll of cheerleader as goals are accomplished and let some one else take the stage. I take the lead when a ship is taking on water  and fix the leak and move the ship forward. I do not like to let good ships sink. Or I jump abroad full speed ahead of a well running ship like Anchor Group Publishing. When I hired There for You Editing. Dear sweet Melissa Ringstad suggested I send my stories to Anchor Group. Best advice I received. Been smooth sailing ever since. Anchor Group with Stacey Rourke as captain and Melissa as her first mate is one well run ship. I am glad I was allowed to jump abroad.  I also have been enjoying teaming up with three other kids authors. Cindy Springsteen, Jodi Stone and I are sailing along as a sidekick ship to Anchor Groups Big ship and have  been building a promo crew called  Lil Anchors. It has been so much fun and all of our crew have been spectacular. Big Thanks go out to the Lil Anchor Crew  they are a fun bunch, creative and help  promote our books. I prefer to stand in the back of the room and watch what was started or pushed forward and see the faces of success.  I surround myself with people who are willing to move forward on a project. I am lucky so far I have not made to many enemies along the way.  Mostly very good friends.

As you set sail on your adventure remember to fill the ship with lots of side kicks. WB

pssst….. below are some pages where you can keep up on the latest.

http://www.facebook.com/staceyrourkeauthor?ref=ts

https://www.facebook.com/Wendysbookcase?ref=stream

https://www.facebook.com/Kidtales?ref=hl

https://www.facebook.com/anchorgrouppublishing?ref=ts

https://www.facebook.com/thereforyou.editing?ref=ts

Embrace by Stacey Rourke Adventure *****

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Good Day Folks,

 Stacey Rourke from Anchor Group has done it again. I am totally hooked on this series. 18 year old Celeste has to split her time being a college student, coffee house barista, protect those she cares about.Adjusting to being the CHOSEN ONE and lead her sidekick sibling to fight demons and a very dangerous foe. Follow along with this witty story as the Garrett family discover  the different factions of the world of the underworld.  Who do they trust? Will Celeste fall under the spell of a demon and let the gryphon fall to the power grabbing leader of the underworld? You will have to read the story and find out. Down load this exciting read today and find out. You won’t put it down.

 Enjoy and have a grand adventure today, WB

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=embrace+by+stacey+rourke

You can keep up with Stacey Rourke’s writing adventure at http://www.facebook.com/staceyrourkeauthor?ref=ts

Check out new releases from Anchor Group Publishing at  https://www.facebook.com/anchorgrouppublishing?ref=ts

 

Sailing with Anchor Group

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Good Day,

As reported in my last post I have started reading all the titles published by anchor group.
Anchor Groups website and Facebook page
http://anchorgrouppublishing.com/Our_Authors.html
https://www.facebook.com/anchorgrouppublishing

Next up is Ethan’s Story: My life with Autism, By Ethan Rice


http://www.amazon.com/Ethans-Story-Life-With-Autism/dp/098553852X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344519132&sr=8-1&keywords=ethans+story+my+life+with+autism

This book is written from an child’s point of view and Ethan did a fabulous job  relating his story.  The book is colorful and fun. While at the same time teaches us the struggles and misunderstanding of children with autism. My girls read the book and thought it was quite interesting. They have an autism program at their school. And at times would come home and ask why did a AI child to this or that. After reading the book and being exposed properly at school they now have a better understanding and realize these children have the same struggles as they do in school. They  just have a different way it is portrayed in the public.  I found this read insightful, fun and interesting. And Yes Ethan we are the way we are and its a good thing we all have special gifts and struggle. I am purchasing this book for our schools Autistic program at the school. I hope the school will incorporate the book at the school and use it as a learning tool.You can keep up with Ethan’s adventures on Facebook  at https://www.facebook.com/EthansStoryMyLifeWithAutism

Next up in Stacey Rourke’s book Conduit-Gryphon Series. I was going to review Embrace. Conduit is the first in her exciting Gryphon witty series so I decided to start with Conduit.

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Enjoy your adventures, WB

August issue is out  http://wonderfulreadofthemonth.blogspot.com/   and you can check out books on facebook page
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Supporting-Authors-One-Read-At-A-Time-Magazine/226576284074037

The Brown House

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 The Brown House (The Visitors Series) [Kindle Edition]

Christy Sloat (Author), Melissa Ringsted (Editor)

Review: AB – July 16, 2012

Suspenseful, well written and a truly updated ghost story that fits modern times.

In her second novel, Ms. Sloat, once again delvers  an excellent read. Her main characters are well developed and plot line is excellent. The story was well revealed and the side characters were well written. They drew out her characters and plot, without overshadowing the main point.

Ms. Sloat’s themes were eloquently woven together and she finished them off in an elegant bow. I look forward t more from Ms. Sloat and highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for a great ghost story to read over the summer.

http://www.amazon.com/Brown-House-Visitors-Series-ebook/dp/B0089FV9JY/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1342464236&sr=1-1&keywords=the+brown+house

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/173544

The Many Lives of Avery Snow Review

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The Many Lives of Avery Snow Cover for 'The Many Lives of Avery Snow'

By Christy Sloat
Published by Anchor Group
Rating: 1 star1 star1 star1 star1 star

ISBN: 9780985266332
Short Description: Do you believe in reincarnation and a love that can last lifetimes?

I thoroughly enjoyed, Mrs. Sloat’s novel, “The Many Lives of Avery Snow”. It was intriguing from the first page. Mrs. Sloat does an excellent job with character and relationship development. The author draws you into the plot, where a young adult, Avery, begins to recall her previous lives and the meetings with her soul mate in each one. Avery starts to think she is hallucinating when Angels start appearing in her life and she starts having visions. Mrs. Sloat, does an excellent job of portraying the feelings and emotions that accompany the relationships in the books drawing the reader into the story. We wind up being caught in the ever present battle between good and evil.  She builds up to the climax with climbing anticipation, although I felt there was a little missing in some of the characters that showed up at the cabin. The final chapters, that tie everything together are well organized and compelling. They give a tremendous sense of satisfaction without compromising the plot or the point.

Overall I thought this is an excellent, easy read. Mrs. Sloat does a terrific job of integrating the powers of angels and demons, but could have expanded a little more on the psychic realms. Her novel stresses the concept of past lives, and everlasting love without over dramatizing or farfetched logic. Her characters are her strong point, as is her overall plot development.

Get your copy as soon as possible!

Reviewed on July 13 – AB

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/167522

http://www.amazon.com/Many-Lives-Avery-Series-ebook/dp/B007HI2NWQ/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1342310011&sr=1-1-catcorr&keywords=many+lives+of+avery+snow

Dropped Anchor on a New Adventure!

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Good Day Folks

So many exciting things going on lately.

In June my husband and I had a fabulous adventure in the Netherlands. So much to see and do there.

I have signed on with Anchor Group Publishing. Really excited about this fun aggressive group.  Stacey Rourke an accomplished author her self is steering this ship. I have read her two books Conduit and Embrace. I loved them good reads.
https://www.facebook.com/staceyrourkeauthor?ref=ts
Her first mate VP Mellisa Ringstad a fab editor I met when I contracted her earlier in the year to edit some of my work at her other company http://thereforyoumelissa.blogspot.com. or

https://www.facebook.com/thereforyou.editing?ref=ts
Stacey has a great team and I am enjoying working with everyone. The authors I have met are talented, fun and full of ideas.

I have a short story coming out in October in Anchor Groups anthology Paranormal Gone Awry. This is going to be a fun Halloween read for all ages.

My kids books James and Syvok Adventure series: James Moon Adventure will return in January of 2013. Helga Returns mid year and Tomfoolery and 13 Yule Lads of Iceland in December o 2013.

In the mean time I am working on 4th James and Syvok adventure and my novel the New Moon Brethren.

Anchor Group has some really good books in their collection. Check out their blog 50% off special right now.
http://anchorgrouppublishing.blogspot.com/2012/07/50-off-at-smashwords-for-july.html
http://anchorgrouppublishing.com/
https://www.facebook.com/anchorgrouppublishing?ref=ts

My other great news is I have someone willing to help out be an administrator on my Facebook page and this blog.
Please Welcome Amy. She is smart, pretty and a wonderful neighbor. Best part she is tech savvy. She will be reviewing books, talking about her adventures and helping me when she is available in between being a mom and her studies at the University.
https://www.facebook.com/Wendysbookcase

I also happy to be at the same publisher again with Jodi Stone. She is one of my favorite kids authors . We have been helping each other for over a year now and have a great time reading each others work and giving each other helpful advice.Check out her books for little girls. They will love them.

https://www.facebook.com/JodiStone.ChildrensBookAuthor

I still will be working with Xchyler Publishing. Some really good books are scheduled for release  soon. I am enjoying reading submissions
Check out some of the covers on their facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/XchylerPublishing.page

Hope everyone is having some fun adventures this summer. I sure am
Enjoy the Adventure, WB

Adventure Fun Blog Hop for Valerie Zambito’s book Angels of the Knights

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When Fallon Angell died at the age of sixteen, her life changed forever.

The hallowed world of Emperica is everything she had ever hoped for as a mortal—immeasurable beauty, unconditional love and light.  But, with affection for humankind still burning within her, she joins the Knight Caste to train as an angel warrior.  As a Knight, she will give up her wings and return to the place that killed her to use her unique powers to search out and destroy the evil Kjin that roam the earth.  As a Knight, she will stop at nothing to protect the mortals in her care.

The elders warn her that the path she chose will be a solitary one.  That she will not have the same bond with humans as she once did.  But, as far as she knows, the elders had never met Kade Royce.

When her duties place her in the path of the handsome former cop, emotions buried long ago rise to the surface and she is powerless to ignore the depth of her feelings for this young man.  She knows instinctively that she has found what most people search their entire lives for.

Ignoring the risks, she invites him into her world of danger, but soon their lives collide with explosive consequence.  As a result, Fallon realizes with heartbreaking despair that she can no longer hide from the painful truth.  In order for Kade to live, she must destroy him.

About The Author

 Fantasy author, Valerie Zambito, lives in York, New York with her husband and three sons. After having been involved in a busy sales career for twenty years, a passionate love for great storytelling, world building, character creation, and all things magic have led to the release of her epic fantasy series, Island Shifters, and young adult, paranormal romance series, Angels of the Knights.

For more information regarding appearances and upcoming works, please visit www.valeriezambito.com.

Book One:  Island Shifters – An Oath of the Blood

Book Two:  Island Shifters – An Oath of the Mage

Book Three:  Island Shifters – An Oath of the Children (Coming Soon)

Angels of the Knights – Fallon

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Enjoy the Adventure, WB

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Blog Tour for Release of “The Realm Between Heaven Hell”.

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I have the honor to introduce the Release of J. S. Turner’s book

“The Realm Between Heaven and Hell”

Blog Tour

              Giveaway Rules: There will be an overall blog tour giveaway.  To enter the giveaway all you have to do 3 simple things: 1) go “Like” the book’s Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/therealmbetween, 2) Leave a comment on this blog post.  The more blogs you visit and comment on the more entries you get. 3) Share the giveaway by posting “ Check out the blog tour going on for The Realm Between Heaven & Hell http://www.facebook.com/therealmbetween and enter to win a Signed Copy.”

 One winner will get a SIGNED COPY of “The Realm Between Heaven & Hell”.  Good Luck and Thank you for participating. 

 

This is J. S. Turners first published book.

About the Author: I was 25 years old before I figured out what I wanted to be when I grow up. I am not sure why it took me so long to take my love for writing seriously. After all, I have been at it for as long as I can remember. I remember the day I received my first journal and how great it felt to have someone finally understand me!  I have a desk full of binders and folders packed with the beginnings of stories, ideas and tidbits. Writing is who I am.  I guess the idea of doing what you love was a foreign concept to me, but not anymore!  ~Jessi

About J.S. Turner’s wonderful read “The Realm Between Heaven and Hell”

On earth, life for Dawn Chitoe had been cruel. Although she was strong in her faith, her future looked grim. She found her blessings to be painfully short and too few in between. Until one day, a beautiful baby boy, Josiah, miraculously came into her world.
Just when Dawn thought her troubles had vanished, she  herself  became a victim of a brutal murder. With Josiah cradled in her arms, she embarked on an adventure through the realm between Heaven and Hell. Along the way she finds friends, love, and the truth about religion and faith.

You can read about Dawn’s journey through the Realm between Heaven and Hell and discover the truth, her truths.

J.S Turner’s books are Available at:

 Amazon in Paperback or Kindle: http://www.amazon.com/The-Realm-Between-Heaven-Hell/dp/0982967616/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1337904104&sr=8-1

Check out the reviews you will not be able to put this book down.

Join the Blog tour and enjoy the adventure you could win a signed copy of this Fabulous book.

Have a Fun Friday and enjoy the Adventure, WB