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Songs of Everealm Series by J.D. Wright!

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Song of Sovereign (Songs of Everealm #1) by J.D. Wright Genre: Adult Fantasy Release Date: July 2016 Summary from Goodreads: Princess Sarita has everything. Loving parents, a castle fit for royalty, fine clothes, loyal friends, and an exciting job as a scholar of magic. At eighteen years of age, one might think that she would be content with her position. But one thing has always been missing from her life... full magic, itself. When a strange old woman gave Sarita a secret spellbook as a child, her entire life was changed. The book contains spells, songs, and stories. But most of all, it provides a path to gaining full magic, the only thing that Sarita still needs to feel complete. And now, she has finally prepared to leave her home in search of the Stones of the Divine, the final ingredient she needs to gain magic. Gabrielle has been known as the sister of a knight and best friend of the princess for as long as she can remember. Now an experienced h

AT Dawn (An Alex Troutt Thriller, Book 4) by John W Mefford

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New Release.... Alex Troutt Thriller, Book #4 AT Dawn FBI Special Agent Alex Troutt returns in a twisting, heart-pounding thriller.  Three flashes of light illuminate a dark sky. An unspeakable evil devours its prey. The shimmering view of the sun-drenched ocean can often be nothing more than a mirage. For Alex Troutt, a trip back home for a much-needed summer vacation proves only one thing: greed rules. But how it takes root could destroy her world. Fueled by the lust of power and money, the shadow of death envelopes her seaside hometown, including those closest to Alex. But as disconnected investigations converge into one focal point, Alex will stop at nothing to blow the entire crime ring straight to hell—even if she has to make the ultimate sacrifice…her life. Available to buy from..... Amazon.com     Amazon.co.uk      Barnes and Noble      iBooks     Kobo     "Alex Troutt is quickly becoming one of my favorite fictional characters. I love how she&#

Release Blitz Enchanting Wilder by Cassie Graham

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Series: Wild #1 Author: Cassie Graham Release Date: July 28, 2016 Synopsis: Declan Wilder has never met a witch he didn’t hate. He is in the business of protecting the world from all things paranormal, after all. But what happens when one glimpse at an enchanting McKenna Sawyer sends him spinning? Suddenly, Declan can’t help but question everything he thought he knew about the world he’s been sworn to protect for so long. Plagued by her parents’ death, McKenna Sawyer has no interest in anything outside of her family’s business and her sister’s happiness. So when she’s assigned to warn a Pursuer about his impending death, she’s less than prepared for the way he shifts her world on its axis. And when more time spent with him leads to more secrets about their world revealed, they must decide how their universes fit together — if at all. The paranormal world is gearing up for a fight, and both Declan and McKenna have been called to battle. But the qu

Mad Tea Party 2016

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This year I am sharing a few songs that remind me of a different wonderland. They are all perfectly Maaaaadd. For your nourishment as you listen I will share one thing I will be doing this summer and I encourage you to also try. You can find many versions and directions online by searching for edible ice cream cone teacups. The one above came from Disney Family. All you need are ice cream cones, choose your own style, and cut off the stem. Some gummy rings for handles and something to fill the hole at the bottom of your cup. These shown above use icing and a cookie base. Another example from At The Picket Fence .   You can also make teacups from giant marshmallows   or marshmallows and maccaroons. source Since time is slipping away at incredible speed, you can leave this page open and listen as you hop around to other parties or pick and choose as fits your taste. Since this has become primarily a book blog this past year (watch for major chang

Planted by C.E. Collier

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Planted (The Penningtons Investigate) 1st in Series Cozy Mystery Asdee Press (July 22, 2016) Print Length: 309 pages ASIN: B01FOVMCPK Synopsis: Planted is book one of the new mystery series, The Penningtons Investigate, from award-winning author C. T. Collier. The Penningtons, Lyssa and Kyle, are both PhD’s, and when their clever minds start asking questions, clever killers can’t hide. It’s Monday of spring break when Professor Lyssa Pennington’s backyard garden project unearths a loaded revolver. With no record of violence at their address and no related cold case, the Tompkins Falls police have no interest. But the Penningtons and a friend with the State Police believe there a body somewhere. Whose? Where? And who pulled the trigger? The Penningtons’ canvass of their quiet neighborhood turns up disturbing secrets about the family who lived in their house for decades and another ill-fated family a few doors away. No one seems to know how to contact the o

The Conscious Entrepreneur

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In this profound introduction to conscious entrepreneurship, author and business coach Laura C. Cannon teaches you how to harness your unique gifts and the power of your own consciousness to maximize your satisfaction - and deepen your enjoyment - of your business and your life. Grounded in research from the fields of modern psychology, eastern philosophy, and personal development, this book explains six core principles necessary for radical, transformational change - personally and professionally. By teaching you to use your business as the vehicle for your personal growth, The Conscious Entrepreneur delivers timeless wisdom and practical exercises to help you think, act, and live the path to your highest potential - without adding to your already-packed schedule. Forget work-life balance, get ready to shift into work-life integration for more happiness, stronger relationships, and a higher return on your investment in every sense of the word. Get Laura C. Cannon’s free new

MAD Tea Time! You are Invited, Don't be late!

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 If you have never created a MAD Tea Party , now is your chance! There is still time to be included - with a post or by hopping! The parties will be open for several days. If you just want to MADly drink tea and eat crumpets, SAVE this DATE July 23   If you want to know what all the insanity is about - visit A FANCIFUL TWIST

SHOW TIME BOOK TOUR

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SHOW TIME by Suzanne Trauth Show Time (A Dodie O’Dell Mystery) Lyrical Underground (July 19, 2016) Paperback: 228 pages ISBN-13: 978-1601837202 E-Book ASIN: B0174PKHFG The tide has turned for Dodie O’Dell since a hurricane upended her life on the Jersey Shore. Now she’s further up the coast in sleepy Etonville, managing a restaurant that dishes dinners themed around the community theater’s latest productions. But Dodie just never imagined she’d land the starring role in a case of bloody homicide . . . Intrigued by rumors of vanishing box office money, Dodie has agreed to help oversee the casting of Romeo and Juliet at the modest Etonville Little Theater. If nothing else, it’s a welcome escape from the thirty-something’s usual going-to-bed-with-a-mystery-novel routine. But when Jerome Angleton, a well-respected member of the theater company, is inexplicably found murdered on the loading dock, deadly drama transcends the stage—and the page. As a crime wave crashes ov

Audiobook Blog Tour: Consoling Angel by Denise Alicea!

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Consoling Angel (novella) by Denise Alicea Genre: YA Time Travel, Paranormal, Romance Page Count: 24 Release Date: September 6th 2013 Summary from Goodreads: Mira did not know what she had in store the day she fell asleep while wanting to escape her current situation. Overcoming a death from someone so close and burying herself in school and an internship has kept her somewhat awake and alive. An admiration for the actor, James Dean was all that kept the memory of her father alive. If she couldn’t be with her father, she could at least remember what they shared an admiration for together. She always wanted to meet James Dean… she didn’t know it would come true. Be careful what you wish for. It may just come true. Excerpt My life couldn’t be more complete. As we reached the apartments, I slowly got off the bike, surprised at myself that I had done this. Ordinarily, I’d never get on a motorcycle. James leaned over and caressed my cheek. Before I cou

The Secret Language of Stones

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The Secret Language of Stones by M.J. Rose Publication Date: July 19, 2016 Atria Books Hardcover & eBook; 320 Pages Series: The Daughters of La Lune, Book Two Genre: Historical Fiction/Fantasy As World War I rages and the Romanov dynasty reaches its sudden, brutal end, a young jewelry maker discovers love, passion, and her own healing powers in this rich and romantic ghost story, the perfect follow-up to M.J. Rose’s “brilliantly crafted” (Providence Journal) novel The Witch of Painted Sorrows . Nestled within Paris’s historic Palais Royal is a jewelry store unlike any other. La Fantasie Russie is owned by Pavel Orloff, protégé to the famous Faberge, and is known by the city’s fashion elite as the place to find the rarest of gemstones and the most unique designs. But war has transformed Paris from a city of style and romance to a place of fear and mourning. In the summer of 1918, places where lovers used to walk, widows now wander alone. So it is fr

THE QUIRKY QUIZ SHOW BOOK TOUR

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The Quirky Quiz Show Caper by Sally Carpenter The Quirky Quiz Show Caper (Sandy Fairfax Teen Idol Nysteries) 4th in Series Cozy Mystery Cozy Cat Press (March 26, 2016) Paperback: 242 pages ISBN-13: 978-1939816870 E-Book ASIN: B01ERVIAVS 38-year-old formal teen idol Sandy Fairfax is a guest panelist on a TV game show–and the first category is murder! When his brother, a college professor is framed for the murder of one of his student, Sandy investigates, in between fighting with his ex, visiting his kids, wooing his new girlfriend, and presenting a concert at a black tie gala to save his father’s orchestra. Sandy’s ready to tear out his long blond hair as the game points and suspects pile up. Sally Carpenter is native Hoosier now living in Moorpark, Calif. She has a master’s degree in theater from Indiana State University. While in school her plays “Star Collector” and “Common Ground” were finalists in the American College Theater Festival One-Act Playwrig