We’re reaching a real milestone today on Writing in the
Modern Age. It’s been a year since I’ve
invited guest authors to appear on the blog. A year of guest authors!
Since then, we have seen authors from many walks of life and from every
genre. From the first guest article, “Practical Advice for Beginning Fiction Writers” by Stefan Vucak, to the most recent
interview with Doc Krinberg, it has been very interesting to watch the blog
grow.
First
of all, I want to thank all of the guest authors who appeared on the blog this
year (well, last year and this year…LOL).
It’s been a real treat to have you all visit. I have enjoyed getting to know you and seeing
samples of your work. A lot of you have
offered really good advice, advice I hope aspiring writers use in their
journeys. That, after all, was the real
aim of Writing in the Modern Age – to not only show what the writing journey is
like these days, but to help writers at any stage in their careers. With our guest articles, writing tips in
interviews, even comments given about the steps they took to be successful, I
think there is a lot to offer for anyone browsing through the blog. And with the launch of poetry spotlights, we
suddenly got a flash into the minds of poets from time to time. Take a moment to browse through our
interviews, guest articles and poetry.
You won’t be sorry and you may find a new favorite author. I am proud to
call these Writing in the Modern Age authors, or #WritModAge as our hashtag
says on Twitter.
It
has been a really exciting ride. And the
success of the Writing in the Modern Age blog would be nothing without its
readers. Whether they came as loyal
followers or to simply check it out from a social networking link, we have had
over 36,000 page views, and numerous followers by Google and by email. I am still surprised by the comments on the
blog posts. Sometimes they are directly
on the blog, thanking the author for their insights, or just a comment on
Facebook, Google+ and LinkedIn. Either
way, I feel blessed by the wonderful participation from our readers. So, thank you all for making this a great
year of having guest authors on the blog!
As
a thank you, we’ve all put together a big multi-author book giveaway. We have 38 participating authors and 54 books to give away. We have something for everyone, encompassing many different genres such as science fiction, mysteries, thrillers, paranormal/urban fantasy, romance, non-fiction, women's fiction, fantasy, new adult, erotica, literary fiction, drama, and young adult or children's books. Below you will see each book listed under the
author as well as a blurb and buy link for more information. Also included are the genre, format and
number of copies available. To make this
giveaway more interesting, we’re ONLY picking winners based on their comments
on this post.
If you’d like to be considered in the giveaway and get the chance to win a book or books, please comment below. Instead of telling us which book you want, please give us a range of different of genres you’re willing to accept. The same goes for a genre you absolutely don't want to read. Please say so. We want this giveaway to be as fair and random as possible, but if you don’t give us a range of genres you like or are willing to read, then some of those books won’t be given out and that would be a real shame for the authors involved. These talented writers have given us their time and copies of their books. And please don’t be shy. If you like erotica, just say so. If you’d like to remain anonymous in that case, just leave your first name and your email in the comments and we will contact you with further details. Oh, that reminds me. Although the blog does allow anonymous comments, please do give us contact details. It is a lot of work to hunt down winners on various social networks. And we want to locate the right person. At least give your email so that we can find you to send your book along.
If you’d like to be considered in the giveaway and get the chance to win a book or books, please comment below. Instead of telling us which book you want, please give us a range of different of genres you’re willing to accept. The same goes for a genre you absolutely don't want to read. Please say so. We want this giveaway to be as fair and random as possible, but if you don’t give us a range of genres you like or are willing to read, then some of those books won’t be given out and that would be a real shame for the authors involved. These talented writers have given us their time and copies of their books. And please don’t be shy. If you like erotica, just say so. If you’d like to remain anonymous in that case, just leave your first name and your email in the comments and we will contact you with further details. Oh, that reminds me. Although the blog does allow anonymous comments, please do give us contact details. It is a lot of work to hunt down winners on various social networks. And we want to locate the right person. At least give your email so that we can find you to send your book along.
Our
participating authors for the giveaway are Stefan Vucak, D.J. Swykert, Sarah Baethge, Rebecca L. Frencl, Kathryn Elizabeth Jones, Jessica Tornese, Robert Fanshaw, Paula Hrbacek, Susan Mac Nicol, Elaine C. Pereira, Lois W. Stern,
Linda Lee Williams, Rita Plush, Shannon MacLeod, Renee Novelle, Maxine Flam,
Mark Conte, Caryl McAdoo, Margo Bond Collins, S.C. Rhyne, Jean Erhardt, Belinda Y. Hughes, Liza O’Connor, L E Barrett, KC Sprayberry, Nancy Wood, L. Anne Carrington, Kristal McKerrington, Ann Morris, Annie Edmonds, KateMarie Collins,
Doug Bolton, Laura Graham, Nina Soden, Penny Estelle, T.J. Banks, Adra Young and LaRae Parry. As you can see, I have included links here to their
interviews or articles relevant to the blog.
Also, if you are an author who hasn’t appeared yet on the blog and you
are interested, please contact me (the details are at the bottom of the
blog). Even if you have appeared before
and want to do a guest article, we’d be happy to have you back. We still have availability in April for guest
spots. Back to the giveaway for now.
So,
readers, let’s make this anniversary of Writing in the Modern Age great. Get your comments posted and we’ll do a
random drawing for winners next week.
You have the chance to win a book or, in some cases, lots of books! As always, happy reading and thanks for being
a part of this milestone on Writing in the Modern Age! Authors and Books
Stefan Vucak
In the Shadow of Death (Shadow Gods Saga, Book 1)

Genre: Science Fiction
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Cry of Eagles

Iran’s
nuclear capability represents a clear national threat to Israel. Although
concerned, the United States and Europe are reluctant to increase sanctions.
Frustrated that nothing is being done, Mossad decides to force the United
States into action. A black ops team sabotages a refinery complex in Galveston
and plants evidence that incriminates Iran, confident that an enraged America
will retaliate. Congress and the public urge the U.S. president to bomb Iran,
but the administration lacks direct evidence. With carriers positioned in the
Gulf ready to strike, the world waits to see if the Middle East will explode
into open conflict. With tension mounting, the FBI uncovers a shocking truth.
Genre: Political Drama/Thriller
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
D. J. Swykert
Alpha Wolves

straight ahead.
Just before the wedding Maggie's past comes back to haunt her in the form of Tommie Stetter. Maggie and Tommie shared a powerful love until he abruptly left her after their adventure in the wilderness trying to save a pack of young wolves from a bounty hunter. Maggie can't help herself when love comes around again with Tommie.
Her love for both men complicates the simple life she desired at Central Mine on Michigan's wild Keweenaw peninsula of the early twentieth century.
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Sarah Baethge
Radiant Shadows

Say there is an official
organization to control how vampires and humans interact.
What would happen to violators of its 'laws'?
How would the breaking of its rules be fixed?
What could even be the motivation for members of this alliance?
What would happen to violators of its 'laws'?
How would the breaking of its rules be fixed?
What could even be the motivation for members of this alliance?
Genre: Paranormal, Urban Fantasy
Format: ebook
# of copies available: no limit
Rebecca L. Frencl
Ascent of the Fallen
Rue has stood over human souls in
judgment as a guard at Hell’s Gate for millennia. He has seen the worst
humanity has to offer. In response to his harshness, Heaven’s Princes have
sentenced him to life among humanity until he regains his compassion. He finds
not only compassion, but love. Now he must choose: his newfound life with
humans or return and share his compassion with his brother judges.
He has been dropped feet first into
a game between the powers of hell and the might of heaven. He’s a pawn who must
choose—temptation or righteousness, mortal love or immortal indulgence? A war
is about to begin with earth as the battle ground and the souls of humanity as
the counters. Rue is the first of heaven’s chosen soldiers, if only he chooses
the right path.
Genre: Paranormal, Urban FantasyFormat: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Kathryn Elizabeth Jones
Marketing Your Book on a Budget

Marketing Your Book on a Budget is tiny for a reason; any author can afford it. But be prepared for the endless information enclosed. You'll never wonder again about the best ways to speak up about your book, get free advertising, or learn why postcards can help you get the word out faster and easier than any other way.
It's easy to say you're going to market your book, far more difficult to actually do it, but this handy guide will help you every step of the way, even while your heart is pumping wildly the first time you have to speak about your book to someone else.
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Jessica Tornese
Linked Through Time

A freak lightning
accident has Kate waking up in 1960. But she is not herself. She is the aunt
she never met, but has eerily resembled her entire life. Thrust into living a
dirt poor, rural farm life, Kate struggles to make sense of her situation- a
boyfriend with a dark side, a “townie” who steals her heart, and the knowledge
that 1960 is the very summer her aunt drowns in the local river.
Even with every
precaution, Kate cannot stop fate, and an unexpected twist adds to her dilemma.
To her horror, Kate finds out firsthand her aunt’s death was not an accident or
a suicide, but something much, much worse.
Genre: Time Travel Romance Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Robert Fanshaw
Shameless Ambition

Melody sees in Caroline aspects of her younger self and a barely suppressed exhibitionism. She draws Caroline into a plot to put pressure on Von Wolfswinkle, the German delegate to the European Central Bank. His opposition to Eurobonds is causing hardship across southern Europe, and Caroline is inveigled into a peculiar relationship with Von Wolfswinkle based on his voyeurism and her exhibitionism. Melody wants Caroline to influence the banker’s recommendations to the forthcoming European economic summit.
As Caroline is drawn into a seedy world of private parties for bankers and politicians, she soon realises she has damaged her reputation and her marriage. How will she ever be able to face her colleagues and her husband again?
Genre: Romantic Comedy
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Paula Hrbacek
On Higher Ground

None of her prayers are getting
answered, and she feels all alone. But she’s not. Two guardian
angels have been assigned to help these three humans. The angels know
God’s plan, and it’s going to take everything they’ve got to pull it off.
To battle temptation, the angels will need to instill courage; courage to dare,
courage to dream, and most of all, courage to love one another.
People who have read the manuscript
have this to say:
“A stunning story of angels, wonder
and redemption. Prepare to be amazed.” - Duffy Brown, author of “Iced
Chiffon” and “Killer in Crinolines”
“This
is a novel with a lot of heart
and soul. But it's also a very grounded one, thanks to the vivid,
sometimes
gritty details that Paula Hrbacek weaves into the narrative. So many
spiritual novels aren't, and the characters end up being mouthpieces for
the
author's beliefs. That doesn’t happen with “On Higher Ground”. Hrbacek
gets her
message across without ever losing sight of the story itself or making
her
characters into cardboard cut-outs. The main characters -- Melanie, J.
T., and
Brad -- are fully fleshed out. We see them -- faulty lines, good
intentions, and all -- and we care about what happens to them.” - T. J.
Banks, author of “Sketch People: Stories Along the Way”.
# of copies available: 1
Susan Mac Nicol
Cassandra by Starlight (Starlight Series, Book 1)

TO CATCH A RISING STAR
Unconventional though she may be, Cassandra Wallace leads the life of an average Londoner, from blind dates to rush hour traffic. Then, along comes Bennett Saville. Charming, erudite, the up-and-coming actor is like the hero of a romantic movie. He sets Cassie afire like he has the stage and screen, and defies the tragedy that brought them together. From the tips of his Armani loafers to their scorching hot first kiss, he’s perfect. Only, he’s ten years younger and from the upper class, and those emerald eyes invite dangerous secrets. The world is full of hungry leading ladies, and every show must have its villain. Yet a true romance will always find its happy ending.
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Together in Starlight (Starlight Series, Book 2)

CASSIE & BENNETT
ACT TWO
Bennett Saville is sexy. At the peak of his career, the English star of stage and screen is everything a woman might desire, as fiancée Cassandra Wallace well knows. Together they’ve seen the world, from L.A. to Shangri La, yet shadows persist even in the spotlight. At home they face lust, greed, and ghosts from their pasts—and that’s off stage. There is also “The Val”. The aged London theatre holds a mystery four centuries old, cast in starlight and waiting to be revealed. Intensely personal, impossibly passionate, the play must go on…and Cassie and Bennett must face it together.
ACT TWO
Bennett Saville is sexy. At the peak of his career, the English star of stage and screen is everything a woman might desire, as fiancée Cassandra Wallace well knows. Together they’ve seen the world, from L.A. to Shangri La, yet shadows persist even in the spotlight. At home they face lust, greed, and ghosts from their pasts—and that’s off stage. There is also “The Val”. The aged London theatre holds a mystery four centuries old, cast in starlight and waiting to be revealed. Intensely personal, impossibly passionate, the play must go on…and Cassie and Bennett must face it together.
Genre: Contemporary Romance, Suspense
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Elaine C. Pereira
I Will Never Forget: A Daughter's Story of Her Mother's Arduous and Humorous Journey through Dementia

"Poignant, shocking, and honest . . . far more than just
words on paper. If you or someone you know is living through the hell of
dementia, you need this book" -Ionia Martin, developer of Readful Things
Reviews and Alzheimer's caregiver
Genre: MemoirFormat: ebook and paperback
# of copies available: ebook - 5, paperback - 5
Lois W. Stern
Tales2Inspire: The Emerald Collection: Beyond Coincidence

This collection of inspiring stories will warm your heart, uplift your spirits, and sometimes leave you gasping the single word, "unbelievable".
Genre: Self-Help, Inspirational
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Tales2Inspire: The Topaz Collection: Awakenings and Aha Moments

Genre: Self-Help, Inspirational
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Linda Lee Williams
Old Town Nights (Blood & Company Series, Book 1)
Addicted
to love…
When Abby Lawrence
shows a house to Ambrose Slater, she’s unable to resist the handsome,
sensitive, hybrid-vampire, who is a powerful mortal. As she witnesses the deterioration of his brother’s
marriage to a regular woman, Abby must decide if she can embrace the vampire
lifestyle or give up the only man she’s ever loved. And Ambrose must choose whether to risk
losing Abby’s love or setting her free, even if it kills him…
Old
Town Nights is a story of two species of human
beings that need one another in a special, intimate way. Added to the mix are the quirks of their
colorful families, the rigors of operating a bakery, and the challenges of
fitting into today’s ever-changing world.
Genre: Paranormal Romance Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Rita Plush
Lily Steps Out

Not only does Lily love her work in
an antique store, but when she decides to branch out further and turn an old
frame house into an antique center—she’ll sublet the rooms to different vendors
to cut down on her costs—a good business strategy, she thinks, especially since
she never thought she had a head for business. But when she tells Leon her game
plan, not only does he pooh-pooh the idea, but by the time she gets to their
joint savings account to withdraw the lease money, Leon has cleaned it out.
“This is trust?” she asks herself. “This is marriage? No! This is
war!”
With a little help from her friends,
Lily steps out of the tired old habit of always letting Leon have his way. And,
while she’s at it, she breaks the mold of Lily Gold. This time she turns the
status quo into quid pro quo and gives Leon a run for the money. Lily’s journey
is the journey of every woman who wants love, respect and personal fulfillment.
Genre: Women's Fiction
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Shannon MacLeod
The Celtic Knot: Suit of Cups (Arcana Love Volume 1)

Lily has her whole life planned out; she'll live if not happily, then at least ever after. Working as an insurance agent with her college sweetheart and longtime boyfriend, Lucas, she’ll eventually marry him and together they’ll take over the family agency. Then she and Lucas will start raising little insurance agents of their own. But something is missing…
At her best friend’s urging, she decides to do one last wild thing before committing her life to a future of policy endorsements–she takes a part time job reading tarot cards at a local Renaissance Faire theme park. Lucas is completely unimpressed and disdainful of her fascination with the mystical, but has no doubt she’ll settle down once they’re married. Enter Ian Kelly, mural painter, actor and…witch. He and Lily have a chance meeting at the park, and the attraction is immediate. They have a history…a lot of history. Several lifetimes of it, in fact, and their business together is unfinished.
All three have secrets, one of them deadly. Add in heaping helpings of magic, mayhem, Cuban sandwiches, one large Irish family and one very demanding feline for a story of love so strong, it’ll take more than one century to contain it.
Content warning: Irish shenanigans, Southern charm, fancy sword work and bribery by tuna.
Genre: Fantasy Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Rogue on the Rollaway

A man out of time:
Enchanted by a jealous faery, 13th century warrior turned druid Faolan MacIntyre has his work cut out for him. In order to break his curse, he must entice a woman to fall in love with him. His love comes at the highest possible cost, however…for the woman.
A woman alone:
Rebuilding her life after an ugly divorce, merchandising director Colleen O’Brien lives vicariously through movies and romance novels. When the sexy bespelled Scot crash lands in her living room unannounced, her resolve to never love again is sorely tested. After admitting her love, Colleen finds herself in 14th century Ireland. Now she’s scared and alone, until Faolan finds her and they are both pursued by their jealous enemy.
Thrown together by destiny but held together by love, Faolan and Colleen must work together if they are to survive. But for two headstrong people–a man accustomed to giving orders and a woman who refuses to take them–it’s much easier said than done.
CONTENT WARNING: Faery magic gone awry, a plucky Irish heroine and a hot Highlands badass clad in a very small towel.
Genre: Time Travel Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
The Gypsy Ribbon: Suit of Wands (Arcana Love Volume 2)

Internationally known wild child James Kelly is a filthy rich rock star, devilishly handsome, with silicone beauties aplenty to grace both his arm and his bed. He has it all. Or does he? What he wants most is a real woman to tell him no once in a while…and thanks to his inherited precognition, he knows her when he meets her. But the vision of his future is shrouded in darkness and shadows.
Tarot reader Lisbeth Vargo works at the local renaissance faire. She’s still stinging from her last bad relationship when her best friend marries James Kelly’s brother. After being paired up in the wedding party, sparks fly between Lisbeth and James. Even her tarot cards tell her he’s the one, but is the interest of a “bad boy” something she can take seriously?
Sometimes falling in love takes a leap of faith. Occasionally it needs a push off the cliff. James is more than happy to give Lisbeth that needed shove, but will his love save her…or get her killed?
CONTENT WARNING: Irish mischief, smokin’ sex, creative uses for ice cream and bad gypsy accents.
Genre: Fantasy Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Renee Novelle
The Boyfriend List

Reagan had always prided herself on making levelheaded, practical, analytical decisions about everything. Everything, that is, except where guys are concerned. Which was proven to her, once again, when her “boyfriend” opts to take another girl on their oh-so-romantic trip to his lake house. In order to prevent future heartbreak, she creates a checklist of all the qualities she wants in a man, and vows not to give her heart away again until she can determine if they fit every last criteria.
After scouring campus with her two best friends in her tricky journey, her detective work returns a pile of unworthy rejects, and it seems as though her choices are narrowed down to only two options: the hot stranger who’s inspired her new project, and her best guy friend Ian, who she’s always kept at bay due to his perceived playboy reputation.
Reagan gets more than she bargained for with her new set of rules, however, and is surprised to find that love, and the perfect boyfriend, may have been within reach the entire time. But will Ian’s reputation ruin his chances to prove his worth? And can Reagan let go of her insecurities long enough to even give him a chance?
The Boyfriend List is a light, New Adult romance about friendship, trust, and learning to let go in order to embrace what real love can offer.
Genre: New Adult Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Maxine Flam
The Unglorious War

Genre: Historical Romance
Format: ebook, paperback
# of copies available: ebook- no limit,paperback- 5
Mark Conte
The Ghost

Genre: Mystery/Thriller
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 5
Caryl McAdoo
Vow Unbroken

Susannah Abbot Baylor reluctantly hires Henry Buckmeyer to help her along the Jefferson Trace, the hard stretch of land between her Texas farm and the cotton market, where she is determined to get a fair price for her crop. It’s been a rough year, and she’s in danger of losing the land her husband left to her and the children, but she’ll need help getting both of her wagons to Jefferson safely. She knows Henry’s reputation as a layabout and is prepared for his insolence, but she is not expecting his irresistible good looks or his gentle manner. Soon they are entwined in a romantic relationship that only gets more complicated when Susannah learns that Henry doesn’t know God the way she does. Dangers arise on the road—but none as difficult as the trial her heart is going through.
Will Susannah and Henry’s love overcome their differences? And will she get her crop safely to the cotton market with enough money to save the farm? In this heartening and adventurous tale, a young woman’s fortitude, faith, and heart are put to the ultimate test.
Genre: Christian Historical Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Margo Bond Collins
Fairy, Texas

Laney Harris didn't want to live there. When her mother remarried and moved them to a town where a date meant hanging out at the Sonic, Laney figured that "boring" would have a whole new meaning. A new stepsister who despised her and a high school where she was the only topic of gossip were bad enough. But when she met the school counselor (and his terminal bad breath), she grew suspicious. Especially since he had wings that only she could see. And then there were Josh and Mason, two gorgeous glimmering-eyed classmates whose interest in her might not be for the reasons she hoped. Not to mention that dead guy she nearly tripped over in gym class.
She was right. Boring took on an entirely new dimension in
Fairy, Texas.
Genre: Paranormal/ Urban Fantasy
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Waking Up Dead

Genre: Paranormal Thriller/Mystery
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
S.C. Rhyne
The Reporter and The Girl (MINUS the Superman!)
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Jean Erhardt
Small Town Trouble

In Small Town Trouble, the first in a series from mystery writer Jean Erhardt, we get acquainted with Kim Claypoole's irreverent and witty ways of dealing with the peculiar characters and events that she finds in her life.
Claypoole's adventure begins as she leaves her home in the Smoky Mountains to help save her kooky mother Evelyn from financial disaster. Setting off to assist Evelyn (i.e., "the other Scarlett O'Hara") with her newest personal crisis, Claypoole leaves in her wake her Gatlinburg doublewide, her restaurant, The Little Pigeon and her restaurant partner and sometimes best friend Mad Ted Weber as well as a budding secret love affair that's hotter than an Eskimo in July.
Claypoole's savior complex leads to more trouble when she bumps into an old flame in her hometown who asks for her help clearing her hapless brother of murder charges. In true Claypoole fashion, she gets more than she bargained for when she gets dragged into a complicated quest to find the true killer complete with topless tavern dancers, small town cops, a stream of backwater characters-even a meeting with the Grim Reaper. Can Claypoole muddle her way through the murky depths of this bizarre murder mystery before it's too late?
With biting humor and wit, Small Town Trouble will leave you guessing what's around the next corner in the quirky life of Kim Claypoole.
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
# of copies available: 1
Belinda Y. Hughes
Confessions of a Red Hot Veggie Lover 2: Lacto Ovo Vegetarian Recipes

Last, but not at all least, this vegetarian cookbook holds within its pages valuable vegetarian nutrition tips and vegan quotes from my team of international experts: Rebecca Subbiah, RDN (UK & USA), EmmaCarder, RD (UK), Lauren O’Connor, RD (USA), Cynthia Strawson, MSc, Nutrition & Metabolism (Canada), Dan Hanley of The Gay Vegans blog (USA) and Andrea Zeichner of Cook Easy Vegan blog (USA).
Genre: Cookbook
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Liza O'Connor
Worst Week Ever (A Long Road to Love series, Book 1)

What do you get when you put a hardworking, can-do
middle-class young woman together with a egoistical, outrageous, billionaire
boss, then throw in the worst week of disasters imaginable?
Trent Lancaster spends one month without his
Executive Assistant (or as his drivers refers to Carrie: 'Trent's brain, left
hand, and right hand'). He's had a miserable month without her at his side and
to ensure it never happens again, he intends to marry this brilliant beauty.
Only given all the times he's threatened to fire her, he's not sure she even
likes him. However, the future of his company and his happiness depend upon him
succeeding, so Trent begins a slow one week seduction that happens to coincide
with Carrie Hanson's Worst Week Ever when everything that can go wrong does so
in hilarious form.
(Hilarious to the reader, Carrie is not having much
fun this week.)
Genre: Romantic Comedy (Humorous, Contemporary Disaster Romance)Format: ebook
# of copies available: 10
Ghost Lover
Completely broke and with a criminal record to boot,
Senna Smith is one day from eviction from her apartment when Brendon, her
promiscuous roommate from London, suggests she go to England, marry him, and
manage his fortune. With few other options, she agrees to an open marriage. But
she’ll never, ever, have sex with him, knowing if she falls in love with him,
he’ll break her heart.
As trustee of Brendon’s family fortune, there is no
way Brendon’s older brother, Garrison Durran, is going to let him marry a
self-professed American gold-digger. As Senna tries to embrace castle life and
English society for Brendon’s sake, Gar discovers Senna is the perfect woman
for him--beautiful and intelligent, kind and caring. Now, if she wasn’t already
engaged to his brother…
The ancestral ghost of Durran Castle has to
intervene if the Durran brothers have any chance of an heir. He can’t leave
them to fix matters on their own. They are useless buggers when it comes to
love. As counselor to Gar, matchmaker for Brendon, and lover to Senna, a
ghost’s work is never done.
CONTENT
WARNING: Allergy warning: Ghost cat in book.
Genre: Romantic Comedy (Contemporary romance with a touch of paranormal)Format: ebook
# of copies available: 5
L E Barrett
A View From the Side of the Road

Genre: Literary Fiction
Format: hardcover
# of copies available: 1
The Maine Poetic

Genre: Poetry
Format: hardcover, audio
# of copies available: 1
The Shadow of the Soul

Genre: Drama
Format: hardcover
# of copies available: 1
KC Sprayberry
Evil Eyes

Fred has a little problem, but he
figures he can take care of it himself, if he achieves fame with his folk rock
band, Olney-Oak Lane Sounds. Then he happens to see this beautiful woman, who
turns out to be just like every other woman he's met. He takes care of her, and
is immediately drawn to Lisa. No one will get between Fred and Lisa, absolutely
no one.
On Christmas Eve, Lisa has to fight
for her life and sanity after Fred kidnaps her. She turns out to be very
different from the other women, in a way he never figured.
Genre: New Adult, Mystery/Suspense
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 3
Nancy Wood
Due Date

Twenty-three year-old Shelby McDougall is facing a mountain of student debt and a memory she’d just as soon forget. A Rolling Stone ad for a surrogate mother offers her a way to erase the loans and right her karmic place in the cosmos. Within a month, she's signed a contract, relocated to Santa Cruz, California, and started fertility treatments.
But intended parents Jackson and Diane Entwistle have their own agenda—one that has nothing to do with diapers and lullabies. With her due date looming, and the clues piling up, Shelby must save herself and her twins. As she uses her wits to survive, Shelby learns the real meaning of the word “family.”
Genre: Mystery/Thriller
Format: ebook/signed paperback
# of copies available: 1
L. Anne Carrington
Life Subject To Change

Genre: Non-fiction, Fitness
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Billy Kidman: The Shooting Star

Kidman wrestled for several American and overseas independent promotions after being released from WWE and then became a trainer and occasional wrestler for Florida Championship Wrestling (now NXT). Now retired from the ring, he works as a producer at WWE events in the Gorilla Position.
Billy Kidman: The Shooting Star contains updated and some never before revealed information behind the story of an underrated and underappreciated talent who achieved success in several aspects of the wrestling business before age 40.
DISCLAIMER: This book was not prepared, approved, licensed or endorsed by Peter Gruner, Jr., World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), members of WWE, or any other wrestling organization.
Genre: Biography, Sports
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Kristal McKerrington
Reborn to You

"From fighting for her life,
children's star, dancer then author. Kristal shares it all with the support of friends. What made this author who she is today, find out when
Arthritis comes up against the Scottish Spitfire."
Genre: Biography, Women
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Fighting For Love

Jasmine got obsessed with a man and now he's obsessed with her.
Steamy nights, kisses and rules being broken awaits them. She turned his
whole world upside down and now he's doing it to hers. In this free fall, can they survive each others love?"
Genre: Erotica
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Calling You Home

Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Waking Up His Wife
Strong, muscled, chiselled, good
looks and a gentleman to boot. This is what Anna's friends thought she married,
however this wasn't what she had caught. They thought she caught herself a
fighter. Instead she caught herself trouble on two legs.
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Ann Morris
Mommy and Mikel Go for a Walk

Mommy and Mikel Go for a Walk is based on a true story held in Ms. Morris' heart for over a decade. Mikel is her son, now an adult. The spirit and the events of the story are true. This book is dedicated to Mikel, her first inspiration.
Genre: Children's Books
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Surprise in Auntie's Garden

Genre: Children's Books
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 1
Annie Edmonds
Second Chances: Sammy's Story (Book 1)

Jake Monroe was a well-established Architect builder who lived on Siesta Key in south west Florida. He owned his own construction company and was part owner of a private BDSM club called; Desire.
He knew Kelly and Garrett O’Hara because they were club members at Desire. He became great friends with them as he remodeled their home. Each day that Jake came to work Garrett and or Kelly would bring up their friend Sammy from Jersey, after hearing just about everything there was to hear about this single young beautiful women for almost two years he was ready to meet Samantha. Only Sammy didn’t have any idea her best friends had a plan for her with the most eligible bachelor in Siesta Key, and it didn’t hurt that Jake Monroe was a self-made millionaire.
The only fear Jake had was if Sammy would be willing leave her vanilla sex life and be able to handle the kinky sex life that he was now accustomed too. Garrett assured him that Sammy was the perfect submissive only she didn’t know it yet he couldn’t wait for her to get to Florida.
Sammy wanted to see and do everything she was tired of saying no to life, she knew that forgiving herself for letting a man take control of her life was the first step in moving forward.
She vowed to never let that happen again and she was ready willing and able to go after her second chance at life and love.
Erotic, Romance, Kink, this story will draw you in and make you want more.
Genre: Erotica
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 5
KateMarie Collins
Mark of the Successor

Running away is the only answer. But before Lily can execute her plan, a shimmering portal appears in her room. Along with two strangers who promise to help keep her safe. With time running out, she accepts their offer for escape and accompanies them into a brand new world. A world in which she is
the kidnapped daughter of a Queen, and the heir to the throne of Tiadar.
Can she find her own strength to overcome both an abusive past and avoid those who would use her as a means to power?
Genre: Fantasy
# of copies available: 1
Doug Bolton
Signs of Hope: Ways to Survive in an Unfriendly World

This story of author Doug Bolton's journey from extreme despair to a close relationship with God will encourage those who experience anxiety, fear, depression, hopelessness, addiction, self-doubt and failure.
Each chapter begins with grassroots words of wisdom found on bumper stickers and ends with a personal application that points the reader toward spiritual and emotional maturity. Often funny or ironic, Bolton's comparison of real-life challenges with bumper sticker wisdom prompts a stronger, healthier spiritual outlook on life.
Format: paperback, autographed
# of copies available: 1
Laura Graham
Down A Tuscan Alley

Unable to speak Italian, she survives by letting her bedroom to English tourists. She sleeps in the sitting room; it’s stifling on the floor, but earning €50 a night makes every flea-bitten moment worth it. When she meets Ronaldo, seven years younger than her, she embarks on a tempestuous love affair. But, having been raised in an institution with the priests since the age of three, nothing is easy for him and he is unaccustomed to love.
Meanwhile, a Quasimodo-like character is watching Lorri in the alleyway; anonymous letters arrive; there’s a young rival for Ronaldo’s affection; and Sherif, a mysterious man in a black suit, constantly follows her… And hovering in the background is Lionello, the undisputed “wise man”, giving advice while enjoying the wonderful theater Lorri brings to his village.
Then disruptive friends arrive and create havoc: Maudie has given up sex and drink and become spiritual; Julian, a Glaswegian hairdresser with dreams of becoming an actor, brings Lorri face-to-face with her ex. A final choice has to be made.
Genre: Romantic Comedy
# of copies available: no limit
Nina Soden
Awaken

Genre: Fantasy
Format: paperback
# of copies available: 1
Penny Estelle
The Unwanted Christmas Guest

Elizabeth McMurphy is an up and coming high powered
attorney and is after vengeance, involving one of the richest and most powerful
families in Colorado. Steve York is an obnoxious reporter that thinks the ice
queen has gone too far and does all he can to get under her skin.
When one of the worst blizzards in history hits Colorado during the Christmas holiday and leaves a hurt Steve York, stranded with Elizabeth in a mountain cabin, her hatred for him starts to thaw. But this attorney has a secret that she will guard, even at the risk of losing her only chance at love.
When one of the worst blizzards in history hits Colorado during the Christmas holiday and leaves a hurt Steve York, stranded with Elizabeth in a mountain cabin, her hatred for him starts to thaw. But this attorney has a secret that she will guard, even at the risk of losing her only chance at love.
Genre: Romance
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
Hike Up Devil's Mountain

The Crew brothers, twelve-year old Jason, and ten-year old Danny, also find their way to the basement. New to town, Jason has established himself as the school bully. A struggle ensues between Andy and Jason and the bully ends up as a toad.
Somehow, the boys must reverse the magical spell. And that means hiking up the dread mountain: fast pace, fast action and just a few scares and surprises on the way! The lives of all three boys seem destined to change forever, if they survive…
Genre: Children's Fantasy
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
T.J. Banks
Sketch People: Stories Along the Way

Genre: Self-Help, Motivation
Format: paperback
# of copies available: 1
Adra Young
The Misfits

The first day of school for Chelsea and her friends as seventh graders approaches soon. All four of these youngsters experience back to school anxiety the night before. Riding the bus together the morning of the first day of school, they encourage and motivate one another to have a great first day. Although Chelsea and her friends have one amazing bond, does this pact have what it takes to have a productive school year as seventh graders at Vernon middle, or will they succumb once again to Linda's cruel and vicious acts of bullying?
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 2
LaRae Parry
Journal of a Crazy Lady

Warning:
The events in The Journal of a Crazy Lady actually took place. These are life
events that actually happened to the author that could scar your life forever.
Get ready a funny journey in the mind of a true Crazy Lady . . . Have fun.
Genre: Satire/Humor
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 5
Crud...Another Journal (Journal of a Crazy Lady)

Warning:
You are about to read hilariously funny stories that are based on true events
After reading, you may never be the same…The journal entries are based on
actual events. Readers should really feel sorry for this author. No kidding.
Genre: Satire/Humor
Format: ebook
# of copies available: 5

I hope you win! Have fun reading!
Congratulations on a year of guest authors! Great idea to celebrate . . . I have actually read 3 of the books on your list and I am looking forward to reading a few more! Best wishes for another succesful year!
ReplyDeleteThanks! If you want to compete, Tina, please give us a list of genres you're willing to accept. And you may as well tell us which books you have. In case you win, you don't want duplicates! ;)
DeleteCongrats, Marie! Thanks for hosting me on your site and for all of your support. Happy Anniversary, Writing in the Modern Age! Looking forward to the next year...
ReplyDeleteThanks, Linda! It was wonderful having you visit! You're a talented author and hope you make it big! :)
DeleteThis looks fabulous Marie. Congrats on all your successes in the past year!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Penny! You too!
DeleteHappy Blogiversary, Marie and #WritModAge!!! Congratulations on this important milestone and all you've accomplished in the past year, helping authors and readers alike. I know it was tough going at times with your incredibly busy real life, but YOU DID IT!!!
ReplyDeleteI honestly don't know how to thank you enough for all that your help has meant to me, as both an author and reader. Because of you, I discovered another author, who was also once a librarian. If the two of don't love books, who does?
What a magnificent way to celebrate, you utterly magical woman, you! Here's to an even better year ahead! To Marie Lavender and her blog baby, Writing in the Modern Age. May they live long and prosper. :-)
Thanks! You're so sweet, Belinda. Thank you for all the lovely words. And I'm glad you got something out of not only appearing on the blog, but reading it as well. :)
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ReplyDeleteHi Marie, Thanks for this wonderful giveaway. Congrats on your milestone and may you realize even bigger successes in the future as well.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite genre is romance but, upon looking through your list of reads, I think satire/humor would be good as well. Fantasy is also on my list of top 10 stories as well.
Awesome, Haven. Thanks for kudos! And thanks for letting me know what you like. I will definitely keep that in mind. ;)
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DeleteCongrats on your Blogiversary & EPIC giveaways! I'm not picky, anything but Non Fiction, or religious... I'm not into either of those but the rest, GAME ON!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Acheron! And thanks for letting me know you're open to the other genres.
DeleteI just want to throw in a comment and remind everyone to not only give me your preferred genres, but also a contact email. If your comment links to an account on a social networking venue, I will, of course, try there but I don't always find that very reliable (not always a response). Please give me a good way to reach you. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy reading collections of short stories or short novels, fiction, contemporary but not heavy romance. I also like self help inspirational books. I am reading constantly and writing. I just published three fictionalized memoirs, three short novels, called "The Eve Chronicles". I love books about strong, feminist women. My email is dide22@yahoo.com.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Diane. We will try to cater to that request. ;)
DeleteWhat an amazing journey you have been on. I have no doubt that you will continue to be successful. Now that you've reached this Milestone Your blog will keep growing as readers of all ages and genre's find their way here. I want to thank you for having me. I value your friendship and look forward to seeing where you will be in a year from now., Stay true to yourself Marie. You are beautiful inside and out.. Hugs from Jersey..
ReplyDeleteThanks, Annie! Glad we connected! We're so happy to have you on the blog!
DeleteCongratulations Marie. I look forward to the day I get to be on your blog. I love to read Mystery and Fantasy. I like a humorous read and even paranormal. Hell, if it is well written I read most anything.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jim. We'd love to have you if you have a book out. Heck, even if you don't yet and you have some writing advice to offer, give me a shout.
DeleteAs for your chosen genres, thanks so much for telling me. I will be happy to work with you on those.
Congrats Marie.
ReplyDeleteI love to read Paranormal, Fantasy, YA, almost anthing :)
Thank you, Rebecca. Please give a contact email if possible.
DeleteCONGRATS for a VERY SUCCESFUL YEAR OF BLOGGING.
ReplyDeleteI can never refuse a free book. While first romance novel is a YA Paranormal; the one I'm about to finish is an Adult Contemporary, I'm also writing a NA Contemporary as well as YA Fantasy. I'd like to take a look at another sub-genre to see if I'd be interested in writing one for it
I can't remember if you'd had interviewed me or if I'd interviewed you. If you had interviewed me let me have the link and I'll join the list of contributors with at least 2 e-book copies of "I Kissed a Ghost."
Thanks, Robin. It's a bit too late for me to edit this post and add your book, but I swear there will be opportunities in the future. Perhaps you can do an interview and we'll do a giveaway from the reader comments if you like.
DeleteYou did a guest post before, not an interview, but as I said, I'd be happy to offer you an interview in the future. My contact details are at the bottom of the blog. Here is your link: http://marielavender.blogspot.com/2013/05/changing-genres-by-robin-leigh-morgan.html
Congrats on your blog anniversary!! I would love Ghost Lover by Liza O'Connor. I find her books to be full of humor and are just a fun read!
ReplyDeleteMelissa
daringzoey at yahoo.com
Thanks, Melissa! :)
DeleteCongratulations on one year of fabulous interviews!
ReplyDeleteI like basically all genres, especially romance and science-fiction. I wouldn't want anything too erotic, though.
Thanks, Devika. I understand. I'll keep your requests in mind.
DeleteCongratulations on your successful year! I am currently on a binge of reading Memoirs, so I would love to win the one memoir in the group. I am also interested in two other groups: Children's--because I have two grandchildren I like to read to, and Reference--because I write nonfiction (mostly goat health-related) and can never get enough info on marketing and other important topics.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Cheryl!
DeleteI enjoy reading thriller/mysteries and romance. Since I work with Jean Erhardt, it would be fun to read her book. Thanks for all the great selections, it would be fun to read any of them.
ReplyDeleteJudi Myers
myerskj158@hotmail.com
Thank you, Judi.
DeleteA year that is great!! Good luck on all future endeavors! I am in love with all books from all genres!
ReplyDeleteAwesome, Sarah!
DeleteMany of these look good. I prefer non-fiction and self help, do NOT prefer poetry, sports, romance, crime. Other fiction is great especially celtic, medieval, etc. Thanks! blowers.mary@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteThank you for letting me know, Mary.
DeleteCongrats on your year of authors! Many of these books look great, but I would prefer Paranormal/Urban Fantasy, Fantasy, Children's Fantasy, Fantasy/Romance, or Romantic Comedy. I would really not prefer Drama (political or otherwise), poetry, or Time Travel (of any kind). Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteSarah E. sarahs765@gmail.com
Thanks, Sarah!
DeleteCongratulations Marie for some great interviews and a great blog. I enjoy reading any type of romance, my favourites are historical. But I also enjoy a paranormal romance or a mystery thriller as long as there is some romance I'm happy. And thank you for the chance for a giveaway.
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Thanks, Julie!
DeleteCongratulations Marie. Great content and as an author I find it inspirational. I read a bit of everything, although probably the book on marketing would be quite useful, but I enjoy fiction and the mystery/thriller or contemporary romance would make me happy, although all the books sound good. mmxrynz@hotmail.com Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAwesome, Olga! Thanks for telling me. ;)
DeleteJeff Drew; Fiction: Fantasy, Sci-Fi; Non-Fiction: Parapsychology, Brain Sciences, Business, Marketing. werdffej at gmail dot com - All the best!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Jeff!
DeleteA big congratulations on your year of guest authors! You rock, giving authors a platform! I would love the 'Marketing Your Book on a Budget' book. In case I win, my email is teddyr66@yahoo.com. Thanks for the fab giveaway!
ReplyDeleteAwesome. You're welcome. And thanks for info, Teddy. :)
ReplyDeleteJust found you and will be following you closely from now on. Congratulations to all on this anniversary
ReplyDeleteThanks, John!
DeleteThis is awesome! I love all kinds of fiction with the exception of erotica & romance. Thank you! Here's my email: sherry.tlr@gmail.com or taylorssales@msn.com.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Sherry!
DeleteGreat stuff and a goodly selection of books. I am looking forward to visiting more often. I hope that perhaps down the road you might consider a guest blog from myself. I would very much like to included in your contest, and I enjoy: Science Fiction, Fantasy/Myth, Adventure, Romance, Mystery, and, of course,Comedy.
ReplyDeleteLove to have you on the blog sometime, Marilyn! Please go to the contest below to get free books!
DeleteThis giveaway is over. If you just found the mention of the giveaway from a social networking site, please go to this giveaway on Facebook for the leftover books from this giveaway. It will run for a week. https://www.facebook.com/events/1424731667780495/
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