June 18, 2013

Special Post from Indie Author KC Blake

A few weeks ago, the YA Author Club featured a post on indie author KC Blake with her bio and book synopsis for her newest title, BAIT. Today I’m hosting KC on my blog – she is so much fun to talk to and for the fans on here, she’s like, the biggest Supernatural fan I’ve ever met. (Her Dean pins on her Pinterest board are my favorite.)

Order of the Spirit Realm bait

It begins with Van Helsing’s daughter Bay-Lee, a girl on the run from monsters.  After years of hiding under assumed names in a disturbing sort of Witness Protection Program, Bay-Lee is finally allowed into her father’s school, a private training ground for hunters.  You see, Bay-Lee has a three step plan.  She is going to work hard to become a great hunter, kill the werewolf pack responsible for murdering her mother, and then buy a boat to sail around the world on her own.  The last thing she wants or needs is to fall in love… and isn’t that when it always happens?

She has a lot in common with Nick Gallos, although he would die before admitting it.  He’s been living under an alias too, playing a famous rock star for the oblivious masses while slaying vampires in his spare time.  Because of a twisted prophecy Nick hates the sight of her.  He only offers to mentor her to get even with Van Helsing for taking his alter-ego away.  He has no intention of doing the job, but Bay-Lee isn’t going to let him off the hook so easily.

The Order of the Spirit Realm series will consist of four books: Bait, Hunter, Warrior, and Legend.  The titles reflect the assorted ranks available.  New students start off as Bait because, in the words of the hunter presiding over Orientation, they aren’t good for anything other than bait to be used to lure monsters to their deaths.  Hunter is the second book and the next rank up.  It will be available at the end of October.

What can you expect from an Order of the Spirit Realm novel?  Paranormal romance, action, drama, and a bit of humor.  A variety of creatures including wraiths, reapers, and border monsters will keep the hunters (and you) on their toes.  Don’t miss out.  Be the first of your friends to discover a new world.

Amazon link for Bait: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CJ182E4
Smashwords link for Bait: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/252449
Bait on Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17858622-bait
My blog: http://kasi-kcblake.blogspot.com
K.C. Blake Author Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/K-C-Blakes-Author-Page/246146215412824
Twitter: @kasiblake

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June 16, 2013

Book Release Party for WITCH HEARTS at Viva La Cupcake (Recap)

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Photo by Angie Barrett

I can’t believe I haven’t posted this sooner! I had my first book release party on June 1 down in Grandin Village at the famous Roanoke staple, Viva La Cupcake (I don’t care what you say. Cupcakes are a staple and hers are worth every damn calorie). We had SO much fun! We were there from 1-3pm and I was so lucky to have so many people come out, including a few strangers who stopped by for a cupcake, got intrigued by my table, and left with a book! I managed to sell out of all paperback copies of WITCH HEARTS by only 1.30! I was shocked and overwhelmed by my incredibly supportive friends and extended family.

Pennie, the owner of Viva La Cupcake, did my wedding cupcakes for me and we’ve been friends ever since. I am so grateful to her for hosting me that Saturday afternoon and can’t wait to have another party there in the future. She even did theme cupcakes for me! She made Cotton Candy cupcakes for GIFTED (for the circus of course) and Cosmopolitan cupcakes for WITCH HEARTS (vodka cranberries are Courtney’s favorite drink), both of which were ridiculously good (I may or may not have devoured a s’mores cupcake later that evening).

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My table setup with Amazon gift card entry, cupcakes, postcards, and books! I need a top hat for a table prop.

Luckily, my good friend Angie (of foodie fame Big Bear’s Wife) drove the 2 hours up to hang out with me for the afternoon! She took a bunch of photos and got to try some of Pennie’s famous cupcakes. You can read her full blog article here – plus see some ridiculously tasty-looking cupcakes. Try not to drool on your keyboards.

Thank you to everyone who came out to the event and those who sent me love via Twitter and FB if they couldn’t make it. I’m one lucky author! I can’t wait to have another book release party and enjoy an afternoon like that one. It was the perfect day!

Also, if you live in Roanoke and are interested in a paperback copy of either of my books, I’m proud to say they are now being carried at B&D Comics on Elm Ave. The owner, an amazing local owner who I’m told can answer literally any comic book-related question, was kind enough to want to sell them in her shop and I think I swooned when a friend (whose fiancee works there) told me. I am so thankful to be in such a cool location! GIFTED is perfect for a comic book shop, so if you’re interested in an X-Men meets the circus story, go grab a copy today!

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Photo by Angie Barrett

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June 14, 2013

Cover Reveal: Rebecca Rynecki’s THE PRINCESS AND THE STABLEBOY


~ About the Author ~

A graduate of Hollins University in southwestern Virginia, Rebecca has put her ancient history degree to good use with the Alaina Downs trilogy, a New Adult/Fantasy series. At least that’s what she tells herself. When she’s not writing, she lives in the Litchfield hills of Connecticut with her husband and young son. She dances, and runs, and upon occasion…sings very badly.

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~ About the Book ~

Title: The Princess and the Stableboy
Author: Rebecca Rynecki
Published: Coming Fall 2013
Genre: NA Fantasy Romance
Content Warning: Some Sexual Content
Recommended Age: 17+

~ Synopsis ~

Once upon a time, before Alaina fell into Isleen…

There was a kingdom devoid of magic…

Until one day when Astra, the princess of Isleen is awoken by dragons flying by her window. She escapes with the help of Peter, a stableboy who is hiding a few secrets of his own.

The land is thrust into peril. The wizards Uther and Avalon have returned from their banishment by unknown forces, and they are determined to take over once more…even if it means turning most of the people into ogres.

Astra finds herself fighting for her home in an ages old fairy tale of good, evil…and love.

~ Excerpt ~

Astra nodded, and waved him off, turning her attention over to a small group of dancers. She tore off some more of the meat, and started to sway along with the soft music coming from the dulcimer. A light rain was beginning to fall, and she glanced up, opening her mouth slightly to take some of it in. Astra smiled, letting her eyes flutter momentarily across the night sky.

Peter turned around, the mugs of mead trembling in his hands. He watched her, his eyes roving over her body before they settled on her gently moving hips. His heart raced, and he panted, taking a sip of the mead before looking at her again. She had finished the turkey leg and was now standing on her tip toes, giggling as she let her tongue dart out to catch some of the rain.

They locked eyes, and she gave him a smile. Peter left the mead down on the table, and slowly walked over.

“You left the mead,” she murmured.

He exhaled. “You’re beautiful,” Peter blurted out.

Astra blushed. “Thank you.” She pointed up at the sky. “I think it’s starting to rain.”

“Is it?” he croaked. His eyes trailed down to her mouth. “I don’t think I noticed.” Peter let out a small groan as her tongue ran over her bottom lip. “Do you want to dance?”

“Oh.” Astra’s cheeks pinked once more as she nodded.

Peter wrapped his arm around her waist, drawing her closer to him as the pace of the music increased. He could feel her heart beat against his and he sighed. “Astra…”

Her eyes flicked up. “Hmmmm?”

He kissed her. Astra gasped, her mouth opening as she felt the heat of his tongue searching for hers. She shut her eyes, her knees quaking as she moaned. She could feel the rain pelt down on them, and she sighed.

Peter shook, and he panted, gently releasing her. He swallowed, his jaw line clenching as he settled his hands on her cheeks and searched her eyes. “Astra…”

“Peter…” Astra closed her eyes, and tried to steady her heartbeat as they rested their foreheads against each other. “Peter…”

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