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DON'T FORGET TO CLICK THAT SUBSCRIBE BUTTON!Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-45420465368690083162018-07-04T06:59:00.001-07:002018-07-04T07:02:45.999-07:00Where have I been?<div style="font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;">
<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">Hi guys, I know what you’re thinking.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">Where have you been. I’ve taken a long hiatus from social media, writing, and blogging since February. It was highly needed in my case. I know, I know ‘the innocent always look guilty when they defend themselves.’ I get it, you have every right to be mad.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">First, I just want to say thank you to the 50+ of you that reached out via email to me. Yes, I’m alright and am frankly doing great. So no need to worry.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">As many of you know, I am a student. This was my first year of college and I was figuring things out. With finals, studying, and just having fun, I wanted to distance myself from social media. Many of you know, Eli Bauer is my pen-name (if you don’t know, Eli is my nickname and the name of someone who is very important to my life, and Bauer is a pen-name :) ) and I’ve been balancing things on my plate. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">This year, I completed my exams and am pleased to reported I did well. Also, I got in touch with my family again and we’re (Thankfully) do great. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">Now, I knew I had to continue where I left things off. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">I’ve decided to re-brand myself as an author. Over the course of my hiatus I’ve written five books in total, but don’t want the hassle of publishing them. It’s just too much work wether you take the indie route or traditional route with my schedule.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">But, I want my stories out there to be read and be loved or hated (preferably the first) by readers. I thought about serial fiction, and of course, WATTPAD. However, the industry is changing, and I landed on a different platform. Nothing is set, so I don’t want to reveal any details.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">They get tons of applications, but let’s just keep our fingers crossed.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">If I’m not accepted I’ll head to the indie route. As a treat, ALL of my books will be free. I’ve read the book, How to Write Non-Fiction by Joanna Penn, and it changed my mindset. I’m not the type of person who enjoys marketing, but I’ve built up a marketing plan. If I head in this direction you can expect a book every 2-3 months. BUT… If I do go this route, I’ll be releasing three books back to back within a month!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">Back to the rebranding.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">My work has been REWRITTEN. Instead of focusing only on ‘serious’ romance, I’ve headed to romcom. I don’t know why, but this genre has captivated me. Also, I’d like to start off fresh with writing, and that’s why I’ll be writing under E. M. Bauer (if you’re wondering, the M, is the first initial of my name).</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">I’ll also be focusing on blogging and potentially moving this site over to a new one by the end of July/early August. (Nothing is official). You can expect writing advice, book reviews, interviews, and of course…. GIVEAWAYS!!!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">I’m really excited to the future and getting back on social media. I enjoyed the hiatus, but it was torture not being able to connect with authors and readers. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">I think that’s everything. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: "helvetica neue";"><span style="caret-color: rgb(69, 69, 69); font-size: 12px;">So, happy 4th of July and I hope to see you again.</span></span></div>
Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-15070072018002566832018-01-01T14:15:00.000-08:002018-01-01T14:15:00.725-08:00Sirens and Scales: By Water's Edge Review + Giveaway<b>Hey everyone and happy new years! Today, for my first blog post of 2018, I'll be reviewing, By Water's Edge, the newest novel written by USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Kelly Anne Blount. I've reviewed all of her published, and interviewed her (if you haven't read those, go now :) )</b><br />
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I've never, ever thought of this combination in my life. It hooked me right away. What I liked about it was, Blount went into detail of the world's 'history' and her world was truly believable.</div>
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Aria's mother died (wink, to the Little Mermaid) and she lives with her father, the King and her sister whom I hate so much.</div>
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<i>Going to the surface is forbidden. Casting your gaze on dragons is forbidden. Princess Aria knows the rules, but the chance at seeing one of the winged beasts soaring through the air proves to be too tempting.</i></div>
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<i>She should have listened to the warnings. She should have stayed below the water.</i></div>
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<i>Plucked from the sea, Aria and her young friend Dyna are thrown into a large tank in the Dragon King’s castle.</i></div>
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<i>Imprisoned under false pretenses, Aria must find a way out of the tank holding her captive and back to the sea, where she can warn her father about the dragons’ true intentions.</i></div>
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What I loved about this novel is, it was fast-paced. Blount developed her characters and I was surprised by that. The main character Aria I liked, to an extent. I loved how she was so selfless, but to risk your life for your friend!? And, at times, I felt like she was a different person.</div>
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Let's just say she's a badass version of Ariel, who instead of fighting for herself, fights for others.</div>
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I still don't understand how the book is well-written but the words are simple!? I've always loved that about Kelly Anne Blount, her writing style is very enjoyable for all ages. It doesn't feel like a YA novel, because you are hooked and you don't care about the words.</div>
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And I did feel a sort of, thriller aspect. It was almost liked The Little Mermaid meets Captured. The relationship between Aria and Dyna felt like the friendship in the 2009 horror film, <i>The Last House On The Left. </i></div>
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To me, Aria resembled Sara Paxton's character, and Dyna was like her friend in the movie (maybe that's just me) but I fell in love with them as the novel progressed.</div>
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AND GUESS WHAT!? It's part of a boxed-set! 99 cents only in the Sirens and Scales collection. A set with ROMANCE, ACTION, ADVENTURE, ETC!</div>
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YOU CAN GET IT ON AMAZON, IBOOKS, NOOK, KOBO AND EVEN GOOGLE PLAY!</div>
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I am giving away two eBook copies of Sirens and Scales </div>
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Just subscribe to this blog, and I'll pick two winners at random. Winners will be emailed!</div>
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-7664967159073620582017-12-16T10:52:00.001-08:002017-12-16T10:53:15.486-08:00Interview + Review with Olivia Wildenstein<b>Hey everyone! </b><br />
<b>I hope you're enjoying December, I know I'm not. The weather here in Chicago is killing me. Anyway, today I've got a real treat! I'm interviewing USA TODAY Bestselling Author Olivia Wildenstein. </b><br />
<b>Before I get any further I have to say, she was one of the sweetest authors I've ever interviewed.</b><br />
<b>Also, quick reminder, check out this jumbo giveaway (featuring giftcards, eBooks, paperbacks etc.) click <a href="http://elishotsreads.blogspot.com/2017/12/huge-giveaway.html">here</a>.</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: "amazon ember" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">When she’s not writing, she’s psychoanalyzing everyone she meets (Yes. Everyone), eavesdropping on conversations to gather material for her next book, baking up a storm (that she actually eats), going to the gym (because she eats), and attempting not to be late at her children’s school (like she is 4 out of 5 mornings, on good weeks).</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: "amazon ember" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Wildenstein lives with her husband and three children in Geneva, Switzerland, where she’s an active member of the writing community.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: "amazon ember" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">For news and access to secret deals, sign up to her Special List: http://bit.ly/2yMrUbk</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #111111; font-family: "amazon ember" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">You can also find out more about her on her website: http://oliviawildenstein.com</span><br />
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Believe it or not, I used to make high-end jewelry. How did I get from jewelry to writing? 2008 happened. The luxury world crashed. I was pregnant at the time with my first child, and I thought, I’m done working in a business that’s contingent on the market. Plus, I wanted to create a product that everyone could afford. Thus, I returned to my first passion (my major at Brown was literature) and began writing.<br />
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Like many, the indie route was not planned. I wrote several manuscripts, submitted them, got asked for fulls, received an array of form rejections, some were personalized, but few. The process was harsh and demeaning. However, I am thankful for the rejections, because they thickened my skin and fueled my determination, and they led me down another path. I entered a community of like-minded, driven, and generous people who taught me how to use the wings I was born with.<br />
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All of my novels straddle the thin divide between YA and New Adult because I write mature characters (their ages vary between 17 and 19) with adult problems. Although my fantasy series is slightly racier (thus the NA label), it’s still geared toward teenagers of all ages.<br />
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Participating in boxed sets was an invaluable experience. I learned launch strategies, marketing techniques, and reached thousands of new readers. I strongly encourage all indie authors to participate in at least one set during their writing career. It will add breadth to their wingspan.<br />
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I have an hour, I turn off my phone and work for an hour. I have two, four, six hours; I focus and write. Every day is different because I’m a mother first, but I always try to make time to write.<br />
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Writing four awesome books! I will publish the final book of my ROSE PETAL GRAVES trilogy in April. I have a YA contemporary in the final stages of editing. And then, I have a werewolf duology plotted and ready to go. I heart my job so much.<br />
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All of my books are available in eBook, paperback and audio format.<br />
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I loved her writing as she sucks you in to the moment where you feel everything. From the emotions to the actual actions. I simply loved it.</div>
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<span style="font-family: "timesnewromanpsmt"; font-size: x-small; user-select: auto !important;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; user-select: auto !important;">Both. I chose getting a publisher with my first three trilogies. I decided to give self-publishing a try with my Touch of Frost trilogy, but I didn’t really enjoy the process. Too technical for me. LOL! But when my first publisher closed its doors, I decided to self-publish the Violet Night trilogy. For now, I think I’m done with self-publishing. I really like Radish and Wattpad, so I’ll stick with them until another publisher picks up a book of mine.</span></span><span style="font-family: "timesnewromanpsmt"; font-size: x-small; user-select: auto !important;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; user-select: auto !important;"><br style="user-select: auto !important;" /></span></span><span style="font-family: "timesnewromanpsmt"; font-size: x-small; user-select: auto !important;"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt; user-select: auto !important;"><br style="user-select: auto !important;" /></span></span></div>
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<b>Kelly Anne Blount: </b>1 Paperback of Impassioned (U. S. Only)<br />
<b>Michele Hauf: </b>1 Paperback of The Thief (U. S. Only)<br />
<b>Apryl Baker: </b>1 eBook copy of The Sinner's Touch & The Healing Touch<br />
<b>Tina Folsom: </b>1 eBook copy of Blake's Pursuit, Luther's Return & John's Yearning<br />
<b>Grace Callaway: </b>1 eBook copy of The Man who Loved Me<br />
<b>Lyla Payne: </b>1 Paperback of Mistletoe and Mr. Right<br />
<b>Opal Carew: </b>1 eBook copy of THE COMPLETE DIRTY TALK SERIES!<br />
<b>Vanessa Vale: </b>1 eBook copy Kiss Me Crazy & Hold Me Close<br />
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Joanne Wadsworth is a NEW YORK TIMES and USA TODAY Bestselling Author who adores getting lost in the world of romance, no matter what era in time that might be. Hot alpha Highlanders hound her, demanding their stories are told and she’s devoted to ensuring they meet their match, whether that be with a feisty lass from the present or far in the past.</div>
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Living on a tiny island at the bottom of the world, she calls New Zealand home. Big-dreamer, hoarder of chocolate, and addicted to juicy watermelons since the age of five, she chases after her four energetic children and has her own hunky hubby on the side.</div>
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I’ve held the desire to write since my teenage years, but the absolute defining moment came in February 2009 when my youngest child began pre-school and I’d finished reading the first book in the Twilight series. That’s when I was bombarded by a group of characters who needed their story told, and the timing was perfect for me. </blockquote>
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I’ve never regretted my decision to switch to indie. Being able to organize my own release schedule, have the final say on my own cover art, choose which markets I wish to release my books within, has been the best move for my career. I even retained the same editor I’d had with my publisher, so I found the transition of moving from traditional to indie flowed so smoothly. Now, a few years on, I’m thrilled to be a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over thirty novels, with a release schedule of five to six books per year, and a two-year forward list of books already plotted and waiting to be written. Being an author is my dream come true. Taking the indie route, even more so.<br />
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I love the whole concept of sending heroines or heroes back through time to another era, particularly into Scotland during the ancient or medieval period. There are so many wonderful Scottish legends, and the fighting between the clans of Scotland were brutal and intense. With all that history to immerse the reader in, along with a little faerie magic tossed in, I’m in my element, and the stories flow with ease.<br />
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First, I write the blurb for the book I’m about to write. I have my two lead characters sorted, the antagonist and secondary characters all in order, then with the basic crux of the story plotted within that blurb, I’m away. I jump straight in and right the first draft, keeping to a schedule of 3,000 words per day. My first drafts are incredibly tidy, and written within three weeks. My second and third drafts are complete within another two weeks, and then I begin edits and finish polishing the manuscript. Two months, sometimes a fraction less, and I have a complete novel ready to be published.<br />
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I have another eight Scottish time travel novels already plotted and in my schedule to write over the next two years, along with two more YA/NA novels, and three Regency romances. All those characters are hounding me to share their stories, and I can’t wait to begin them. <br />
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Protector, Princesses of Myth, book one. I just wrote that title with a hugely nostalgic smile on my face. Protector is in fact the first book I penned back in 2009, a YA/NA epic fantasy romance, and the first book which received a contract with my New York publisher in 2011. Thankfully, I’ve since gotten the rights to that book back, as well as the rest of the series, and I’ve republished the entire series with gorgeous new covers. Protector is also the book which I included in the Dark Humanity boxed set, so a double reason why it’s my favorite and always will be. Thank you so much for inviting me to join you today.<br />
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<b>Hey, readers of the world! Sorry, I haven’t been posting shit, but I’ve been busy!</b><br />
<b>I’m in Europe on a vacay and publishing books, and submitting to agents! But today, I’ll be reviewing New York Times Bestselling Author, Emma Hart’s, Stripped Bare. It’s my first Emma Hart novel, and I have some strong opinions about it.</b><br />
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<i>Emma Hart is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of over twenty novels and has been translated into several different languages. She first put fingers to keys at the age of eighteen after her husband told her she read too much and should write her own. </i></div>
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I was wrong. Dead wrong!<br />
What initially drew me in was the sensual cover, and the headline ‘New York Times Bestselling Author’.<br />
I must say, it’s hilarious. They say ‘laughter is the best medicine’ so maybe doctors should prescribe their patients with this novel.<br />
Of course, it’s sexual. Like, when I mean sexual, it’s hot on fire. The writing is so vivid, I COULD FEEL ABS, and I moved a lot. My cousin actually said: ‘You’re Kindle must be on fire, and dirty’. Yes, he’s what we call a ‘saint’.<br />
Emma used the first person in the POV of Mia. Mia is a good soul, and I liked the fact that she isn’t a virgin, unlike her bitch of a friend who had an ‘odd’ blowjob experience. (NO SPOILERS).<br />
Although, I would have liked to have gotten in West’s perspective. He’s everything a girl wants. EVERYTHING! He’s hot, has dollar bills and sweet.<br />
They meet a strip club.<br />
Mia’s girlfriend gets the girl a lap dance and West decides he will be the one to do it. The dance is nothing like she expected, it’s the hottest moment of her life and it leads her to do the unthinkable, she invites him back to her hotel.<br />
I never thought Emma Hart would have this type of mindset! A girl from a town in England I haven’t heard of (Okay, I’m not the best in Geography) has written such a great novel.<br />
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This week, my novella <i>'Consumed By You' </i>became an #1 International bestseller! To do something special, I'll be sharing with you guys how my book became an international bestseller.</div>
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Help them! Be nice to them, communicate with them! They're so sweet! I've become acquaintances with most of the authors I've interviewed here on my blog, and good friends with some of them!<i><u> (DON'T OVER-STRESS YOUR BOOK TO THEM! IT'S REALLY RUDE! LEARN FROM MY MISTAKES, TRUST ME. YOU'LL REGRET IT)</u></i><br />
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So think about translations! If you’re a first-time or relatively new authors, enter KDP Select. You have far more advantages, and you’ll join Kindle Unlimited. So you’ll have a higher chance at reaching new readers, and hitting the lists (but, at the end of the day… Lists don’t matter. Reaching new readers does). </div>
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I became a KDP Select author for my book to reach the max-potential. I had a goal, to reach the bestseller status in order for my book to get an agent. That’s the only reason why I self-published! </div>
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<i>Vanessa Vale is the USA Today Bestselling author of over 30 books, sexy romance novels, including her popular Bridgewater historical romance series and hot contemporary romances featuring unapologetic bad boys who don't just fall in love, they fall hard. When she's not writing, Vanessa savors the insanity of raising two boys, is figuring out how many meals she can make with a pressure cooker, and teaches a pretty mean karate class. While she's not as skilled at social media as her kids, she loves to interact with readers.</i></div>
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<li>EXTRA BONUS: Follow me on Twitter right <a href="https://twitter.com/TheEliBauer">here</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/TheEliBauer">https://twitter.com/TheEliBauer</a></li>
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-91565013807189449922017-05-03T06:54:00.000-07:002017-05-03T06:54:52.527-07:00Interview With Trisha Leight/Lyla Payne + Review + Giveaway!<b>Hey, guys, my name is Eli and welcome the hell back to my blog. Before we get into details I apologize in advance to all those who emailed me in regards to this interview. I was very sick! But anyway, today I'll be interviewing USA Today bestselling author Lyla Payne or you might know her as Trisha Leigh. I couldn't believe it! Seriously, also I'll be reviewing 'The Playboy Prince'!!!</b><br />
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<b>Trisha Leigh is a product of the Midwest, which means it’s pop, not soda, garage sales, not tag sales, and you guys as opposed to y’all. Most of the time. She’s been writing seriously for five years now, and has published 4 young adult novels and 4 new adult novels (under her pen name Lyla Payne). Her favorite things, in no particular order, include: reading, Game of Thrones, Hershey’s kisses, reading, her dogs (Yoda and Jilly), summer, movies, reading, Jude Law, coffee, and rewatching WB series from the 90’s-00’s. </b><br />
<b><br /></b> <b>Her family is made up of farmers and/or almost rock stars from Iowa, people who numerous, loud, full of love, and the kind of people that make the world better. Trisha tries her best to honor them, and the lessons they’ve taught, through characters and stories—made up, of course, but true enough in their way. </b><br />
<b><br /></b> <b>Trisha is the author of THE LAST YEAR series and the WHITMAN UNIVERSITY books. She’s represented by Kathleen Rushall at Marsal Lyon Literary Agency.</b><br />
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<b>1. What prompted you to start writing? </b><br />
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Yes. I queried for a couple of years and had an agent for my YA (Whispers in Autumn) but our relationship didn't work out (I ended it) and at that point, no one wanted to buy dystopian novels since Hunger Games, Divergent, Matched, etc were all published. So I decided to do it myself.<br />
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No. Publishing indie allowed me to quit a job that I had hated for 10 years and work full time as an author. It's made my dreams of not only writing, but having readers who love my books, come true.<br />
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<b>4. What were your expectations when you first hit publish?</b><br />
I wasn't sure what to expect - my goal was simply to sell enough books to pay my parents back for the cost of publishing.<br />
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<b>5. Did you ever think you'd become a USA Today bestseller? How did it feel?</b><br />
I didn't, but I hoped. It felt like success and validation, and to be honest, left me a little breathless. Great.<br />
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First and foremost, do everything you can to make sure that the product you're putting out there is on par with the products that publishing houses put out there. Hire editors, make sure your cover is professional, etc.<br />
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Second, don't expect success overnight. It takes time to find readers and to earn their loyalty.<br />
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<b>7. You have a strong readership and your an inspiration to others how does it feel?</b><br />
Like I've gotten everything I ever wanted. Having people read my stories, connect to my characters, and be anxious for more is better than hitting any list.<br />
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The next book in my Lowcountry series, as well as a fantasy YA for my agent to hopefully sell.<br />
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<i>Prince Salvadore Piacere is not only okay with his status as the “spare” royal - he revels in it. Salvy is more than happy to let his older brother Niccolo deal with the duties of the crown while he uses his position to burn through the finer things in life…especially women.</i><br />
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<i>The former is angry over his lost birthright, and determined to be King of Cielo no matter what the cost. The second, is the royal tailor’s daughter. And while she has confidence in her ability to fit Prince Salvy with the perfect suit, she never dreamed she herself would be the perfect fit for his playboy soul.</i><br />
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Okay, I'm reviewing Lyla Payne's Playboy Prince!<br />
I loved the fact that this was a modern day Cinderella story but unlike most stories (like A Cinderella Story) they don't use actual princes! This isn't the case here.<br />
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Ever since I read 'Broken At Love' I was obsessed with Trisha Leigh/Lyla Payne. I have all of her books on my kindle and I quickly purchased The Playboy Prince when it came out. I was very shocked because I didn't finish it. Now the reason was because that I wasn't overly enjoyed with the beginning.<br />
In my opinion, it came out slow. I decided to give it another chance for this blog post and I'm so happy I did. Right after, everything began to pick up! The story had great character development. I love the relationship of Salvadore and Magdalena. It went from their childhood and it felt sweet and real.<br />
I'm very happy that Lyla, wrote this in third person. Okay, first person is good too and she did a great job with it in her Whitman University books but it wouldn't have worked in this book. I found myself laughing sometimes and feeling as if I was going to cry. That doesn't happen to me often, you know, feeling as if I'm going to cry?!<br />
Maybe Trisha/Lyla has powers and used them on me? Maybe that's how she got her inspiration for The Cavy Files. I'm just saying!<br />
I loved Salvadore. He's the typical bad boy who does have a soft side. I understand what he was going through. But if I was that rich, I'd party all night (but with protection! Always with protection!)<br />
Oh and by the way, get ready for some cold showers! I mean, ice cold cause the book that you are about to read is steamy as hell. And no not mommy porn like Fifty Shades trash, I mean well-written porn. Well, I wouldn't classify this novel as a pornographic novel but it is steamy!<br />
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BITCH YEAH!<br />
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Click <a href="http://lylapayne.com/the-piacere-princes/">here</a> for more info!<br />
Click <a href="http://lylapayne.com/">here</a> for Lyla Payne's site!<br />
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Okay, this is the part that most of you want! I learned that Trisha gave a birth to her first kid (That's why this interview was a bit delayed) and I made it on a no. 1 amazon bestseller list and my new novella hit the erotic thriller bestseller list at no. 80!</div>
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To celebrate, all that I made a book trailer of the Wait For Me series (mine) and I'm giving away all five of Lyla's Whitman University books as eBooks (NOTE: THE BOOKS THAT ARE BEING GIVEN AWAY WERE REPURCHASED FOR THIS GIVEAWAY).</div>
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-87482867564720094792017-04-27T01:57:00.000-07:002017-04-27T01:57:04.379-07:00Planning Ahead!<b>Okay, I'm very busy! I have horrible college exams I need to study for and a lot of books that I need to write and finish editing. So for May, I plan to release two books!</b><br />
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Love You Forever is the first story in a series of novelettes that I'm planning on writing. It's almost finished, I just need to write 5K more words and have it edited! The series is titled Teaching Dominance. Yes, it's related to school, but it isn't a student/teacher relationship. It'll be for free for a few weeks then it'll drop to the price of 0.99$.</div>
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Sinful In The Night is the sequel to Consumed By You. It is written but it has to be edited. I can't wait for it to be released on May 31st. I can't wait!<br />
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In June I plan to release the sequel to Dark Desires (the final book in the series). It'll end the series perfectly! I have 7,000 words I need to write and I need to warn you that it won't be an HEA story, but a thriller story with some rom-com elements!<br />
Then I plan to release the final book in the Wait For Me series (the final sequel to Consumed By You). Like Sinful, this one has been written but it needs to be edited.<br />
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Finally, in July I plan to focus my time on the series Teaching Dominance and I'll be writing a stand-alone novella. Those are my plans so far!Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-57836500550687465862017-04-25T09:35:00.001-07:002017-04-25T09:35:33.888-07:00Interview + Review + Giveaway with Kat Shehata<b>Hi everyone, my name is Eli and welcome the hell back to my blog. Today I'll be interviewing New York Times Bestselling Author Kat Shehata and giving away the first two books of the Russian Tattoo series (NOTE: I REPURCHASED THE NOVELS JUST FOR THIS INTERVIEW)</b><br />
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Kat Shehata's first career involved caring for exotic, dangerous, and adorable animals as a zookeeper. As an author, Kat weaves her love of animals into her work. She is the co-author of the New York Times bestselling children's book Animals on the Other Side written with Sylvia Browne.</div>
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When I sit down to write, I get into character and write in Carter’s POV, so I see and feel what she experiences. I cry, laugh out loud, and am terrified when her life gets derailed by the Russians. The most difficult scenes to write are the ones where Carter feels bad about herself. It is also terrifying when writing the scenes at the turn of Carter and Vladimir’s tumultuous relationship, but I have an unbreakable rule as an author—always be true to the characters.</div>
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Vladimir is a good guy in some respects and truly loves Carter, but he is also a dangerous man with a hot temper. I follow their tumultuous relationship and write what they give me. I don’t know what they are going to do until I sit down and write. I have an idea of where the story is going, but I am always surprised where they lead me.</div>
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<b><br /></b>Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-27912672389334302502017-04-24T08:30:00.000-07:002017-04-24T08:40:07.337-07:00It's Official! My debut book 'Dark Desires' was my dream come true. I thought that my dream came true when I hit that publish button on amazon. I had a dream. My dream was to become an amazon bestselling author. It's an author fantasy, although I didn't think much of it.<br />
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A few days ago, it was no. 38 on a bestseller list! I freaked and began to cry hysterically. I officially became an amazon bestselling author. My heart then began to scream when it went to no. 16, then to no. 14. I thought that it was it. It also made another bestseller list at no. 91.<br />
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My dream already came true, right? The next day 'Dark Desires' went down the lists, and I thought that it was over. I did have a secret dream that I'd make it on the top 10 of one of those lists. Today I quickly checked my KDP account and I saw that I had sold quite a lot.<br />
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My mind told me that I should check the bestseller lists, and I was shocked! 'Dark Desires' was no. 2 on one list and no. 44 on another. I freaked!!! I hoped that I'd make it to no. 1 although I didn't think so. In the next hour, that changed.<br />
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'Dark Desires' hit no. 1 on that bestseller list!!! I'm now officially a No. 1 Amazon bestselling author! Is that even possible!? Thank you so much to everyone. My dream came true! It really did... I'm so thankful to every single one of you.<br />
I thought that it'd be on the list for at least a couple of hours. Sadly, no. It only stayed there for an hour, but I'm not complaining!<br />
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I now think I'm going to try to pursue traditional publishing. I have had my eye on Limitless publishing and I'm going to send a query to them in a few days. Hopefully, they'll pick up the series. I still can't believe it! The Sinful Bedroom series is now a No. 1 Amazon bestselling series.<br />
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<b>I'm also 13,000 words in the sequel to 'Dark Desires'. My goal is 20,000 words. I'm also working on an erotic novelette series and one novel that will be released at the end of the year. You can expect the sequel to 'Dark Desires' on the shelves in June! Hopefully, the full-length novel will be released in September.</b></div>
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<b><u>ALSO HERE YOU'LL FIND A GIVEAWAY FOR ALL OF THE LION'S PRIDE BOOKS!!!</u></b><br />
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Finish the book. It's easy to procrastinate and find excuses and over edit/polish. But the book has to be finished if it's ever going to fly.</div>
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They are all special. And my favorite changes depending on my mood lol. The one that probably will always be my fondest though is the first book I indie published, the Geek Job. It started me on my path to indie publishing.</div>
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<u>IN A FEW DAYS I'LL BE REVIEWING THE WHOLE LION'S PRIDE SERIES. TO CELEBRATE I'M GIVING AWAY EVERY SINGLE BOOK IN EBOOK FORUM.</u></div>
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<li><b>Go to amazon and download this eBook (it's free) Click <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Desires-Dramatic-Romantic-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B06ZZXJDD1/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1492931428&sr=1-1&keywords=dark+desires+eli+bauer">Here</a>.</b></li>
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<li><b>When you're finished contact me via email here at <a href="mailto:eliblogger@Outlook.com">eliblogger@Outlook.com</a></b></li>
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I had finished writing a novella in a series titled 'Dark Desires' and edited it. I hit publish 2 days ago and it released yesterday in eBook. I accidentally published my draft!<br />
I beat myself over it! A person even left a nasty review on Goodreads which had gotten 2 likes! I cried so much and I emailed the person asking to take another look at the book. I don't whether or not she'll accept. I quickly uploaded the edited manuscript and I'm waiting to see what will happen next.<br />
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At about 2 o'clock, I found out that Dark Desires debuted on an amazon bestseller list at #38. I freaked. I screamed in the middle of my campus. I went crazy to tell you the truth and I spent the next hour telling my friends about it.<br />
One hour later Dark Desires debuted on another amazon bestseller list at no. 94. The final results on the bestseller lists were no. 14 and no. 91.<br />
Thank you so much to all of those who downloaded Dark Desires. Yes, the updated version is uploaded and will automatically update on kindle but you'll need to update it on other stores.<br />
I'm now an Amazon Bestselling Author! I can't believe it! Thank you a million times but also, I'd like to thank Kelly Anne Blount for giving me courage and for believing in me.<br />
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-60908996375702648232017-04-20T07:20:00.001-07:002017-04-20T07:30:16.203-07:00Interview With Author Lisa Hilton + Domina Review<b>Hello, everyone, my name is Eli and welcome the hell back to my blog. Today I'll be speaking to author Lisa Hilton, or you might know her as L.S. Hilton. Yep the lady responsible for bringing back another erotic boom with her hit novel Maestra.</b><br />
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Lisa has lived in New York, Paris and Milan, and now in London. She is the author of five historical biographies and three novels, and as L.S. Hilton, psychological thrillers Maestra and Domina. She is also the librettist of opera Love Hurts, and works as a regular feature writer and reviewer, journalist, lecturer, broadcaster.</div>
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<b><br /></b> I’ve always written, ever since I was a child, and I began on history as a preparation for novels. Books are hugely important in my life, and in Maestra and Domina, I wanted to try to communicate some of the transportive joy they have always given me.<br />
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It was around the time of the “Fifty Shades” boom- so very much jumping on the bandwagon! But she hated what I did, so it was put in a drawer until it became the beginnings of Maestra.<br />
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Pretty much identical, though the American edition is quite heavily censored.<br />
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I had a longer story in mind, maybe two books, but publishers like trilogies, so the second volume has been effectively cut in half. I know how it ends though.<br />
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<b><br /></b> I’m sorry to hear that you have suffered such a terrible experience. I think Judith is quite a divisive character- her lack of affect can make her seem cold and many readers object to that. But she is not an Everywoman, she is an individual, and I hope that readers will root for her despite her flaws.<br />
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<b>(NOTE FROM ELI: If you root for Jennifer Hills and not for Judith, you're crazy!)</b><br />
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Never! I was just happy to finally find a publisher who was prepared to take a chance on it.<br />
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I’d love to go back to history, and there’s another novel I’m dying to write, something a bit Gothic...<br />
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When I finished reading Maestra I wanted to purchase book 2. Since the UK Version came out first I purchased it via Amazon.co.uk. I even had to make a new account so I could purchase a UK eBook.</div>
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There has been a comparison between 'Maestra' and 'Fifty Shades'. People when are you going to realize that L.S. Hilton's writing style is brilliant. If you compared it to Fifty Shades it would make Hilton seem like Shakespear's Hamlet. <u>THIS ISN'T CHICKLIT. IT'S MORE MEN AND WOMEN... BUT THERE IS SEX.</u></div>
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I don't want to give too much away. Judith is living a lavish lifestyle under the name of Elizabeth to which her money worries are a thing of the past. But sometimes it's too good to be true as her glam lifestyle won't last. The British girl finds herself in danger when her past comes back to haunt her. Ditching her alias she faces her past where we discover the tangled mess of lies, deceit, and betrayal.</div>
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As I said before the writing style is perfect. I did enjoy the story of this novel but it wasn't as strong as Maestra. Maybe it's because this novel was intended to be longer and instead split. Judith now has the life that anyone would have. I mean if you were a girl from Liverpool you'd do exactly what she's doing. </div>
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Sex? That's what most of us want. SPOILER! Well, the first few pages detail a sex scene and then ends with murder. Hilton doesn't hold back on anything. I knew going into this that I was going to come across graphic sex but this was just - wow! Think of it as Anne Rice's Sleeping Beauty meets The Matrix sex. I will admit though, in certain scenes I felt as if they were a tad forced. </div>
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What I hated so much was the cliffhanger! Please to all of the authors reading this, stop using CLIFFHANGERS!!! I'm dying to read book no. 3.</div>
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<b>Okay, that was the interview. Lisa responded so fast, it was amazing! </b></div>
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<b>To check out my books (one of them free) click <a href="http://elishotsreads.blogspot.al/p/my-books.html">here</a>.</b></div>
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-68107202853249145992017-04-14T07:00:00.001-07:002017-04-20T06:32:00.857-07:00Interview with Grace Callaway + Review + Giveaway<b>Hey readers of the world, welcome the hell back to my blog! Today I have a real treat! I'll be interviewing one of my favorite authors Grace Callaway! I love Grace's books so much not only because of her writing, but because when I was in my early teens and suffering from child abuse, I found her books and they helped me heal.</b><br />
<b>I hope you enjoy the interview as much as I did.</b><br />
<b>Grace if you're reading this, thank you so much. I aspire to be like you now that I'm trying indie-publishing.</b><br />
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National & International Bestselling Author Grace Callaway writes steamy historical romances set in the Regency and Victorian eras. Her debut manuscript, Her Husband's Harlot, was a Romance Writers of America® Golden Heart® Finalist and #1 Kindle Regency Bestseller. Since then, books in her Mayhem in Mayfair and Heart of Enquiry series have gone on to become national & international bestsellers.</div>
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Growing up, Grace could almost always be found with her nose in a book (not much has changed), her favorites being those by Amanda Quick, Judith McNaught, and Lisa Kleypas. In between reading romances, Grace got her doctorate from the University of Michigan and now practices clinical psychology. She and her family live in California, where their adventures include remodeling a ramshackle house, exploring the great outdoors, and sampling local artisanal goodies.</div>
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Being a finalist for the Golden Heart was an unexpected and thrilling honor. Not only did it boost my confidence, it provided opportunities for networking and professional development.<br />
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I have absolutely no regrets about my career trajectory. Indie publishing has given me phenomenal opportunities, and I’m grateful for each and every one. At the same time, I recognize that there are pluses and minuses to all modes of publishing—be it indie, traditional, or hybrid—and the formula for success for one author might be completely different for another. I think it’s critical for authors to research what different types of publishing offer for their specific market and also to consider how their own working style and expectations meld with each publishing pathway.<br />
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Coffee. A lot.<br />
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I grew up reading historicals so they will always be my first love. For me, the dynamic landscape and deliciously strict social mores of Regency and Victorian England provide a perfect backdrop for epic hot romance and intrigue. Not to mention, there are the fabulous clothes.<br />
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I’m currently wrapping up The Gentleman Who Loved Me, which is the long-awaited romance between Primrose Kent and Andrew Corbett. Readers have been asking about Andrew ever since he first appeared as a paid cicisbeo in Her Protector’s Pleasure. Fast forward sixteen years and now he’s one of London’s most successful (and notorious) businessmen, with one goal in mind: to protect the young girl he once loved like a little sister. But when he meets the grown-up Primrose, a tempestuous beauty, his feelings are anything but brotherly. To reach their happily ever after, the two must navigate the stormy seas of their passion… and evade the machinations of the villain who wants Primrose dead.<br />
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<b>FOR MORE INFO ON 'THE GENTLEMAN WHO LOVED ME' CLICK <a href="http://www.gracecallaway.com/books/heart-of-enquiry/the-gentleman-who-loved-me/">HERE</a></b><br />
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Sex, sex, and sex. Beware, don't read this book if you can't handle sex. Well written, I was pleased to find third person in this story, it fit perfectly.</div>
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Tina Folsom is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author. She's always been self-published and has found tremendous success with her paranormal series, Scanguards Vampires, Venice Vampyr, and Out of Olympus, selling more than 2 million copies of her 70 titles (which includes titles in German, French, and Spanish) in almost 4 years. In 2017 her series Scanguards Vampires sold over 1 Million Copies!</div>
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Today I'll be reviewing Venice Vampyr.<br />
Just to be clear I also interviewed Michele Hauf writer of Venice Vampyr 5, and I did a review of it as well. Right <a href="http://elishotsreads.blogspot.al/2017/03/michele-hauf-interview-review-giveaway.html">here</a>.<br />
Venice Vampyr is the first in the historical erotic novella series Venice Vampyr. I didn't know what I was getting myself into when I first picked it up. I loved Tina's Scanguards Vampires and I wanted more, so I just came to Venice Vampyr.<br />
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I have to remind myself that this is a novella and not a novel. If it was a novel, the characters wouldn't have been as well-developed as they were in the novella. Raphael was the hottest vampire ever. Tina if you're reading this, please give him a cameo in Scanguards! From the moment I started to read the story, I felt bad for him. I didn't want him to drown, that's how much I loved him. I think that I enjoyed him because of Tina's writing.<br />
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Isabella, on the other hand, she wasn't my favorite heroine. Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed her but she didn't deserve a handsome hunk like Raphael! She was too nice, but a like Raphael she did have a dark sex side.<br />
Everything happens fast in this novella (But a little slow sex). It's nice to see Raphael who never had a close connection with a woman opening up with Isabella. The 'love scenes' are hotter than the sun. You'll need to stay in the Pacific Ocean for a few days just to be sure.<br />
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Click <a href="http://tinawritesromance.com/books/venice-vampyr/">here</a> for the details, did I mention it was for free?<br />
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This is probably the part of this blog post (besides the interview) that everyone wants. I purchased the eBook box set of Venice Vampyr 1-4 just for this blog post, days back (almost a month ago) even though I had all of the eBooks.<br />
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-78146595400222265662017-04-03T12:17:00.000-07:002017-04-03T12:17:31.528-07:00Interview With Apryl Baker + Giveaway!!!<b>Hey, people welcome the hell back to my blog. Today I'll be interviewing Apryl Baker a Wattpad Star, Ambassador, and USA Today bestselling author! Scroll down below for her bio, then the interview and finally the giveaway! Keep your eye out for a review of her novel TOUCH ME NOT as well (it's the book that is in the giveaway).</b><br />
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<b><i>So who am I? Well, I'm the crazy girl with an imagination that never shuts up. I LOVE scary movies. My friends laugh at me when I scare myself watching them and tells me to stop watching them, but who doesn't love to get scared? I grew up in a small town nestled in the southern mountains of West Virginia where I spent days roaming around in the woods, climbing trees, and causing general mayhem. Nights I would stay up reading Nancy Drew by flashlight under the covers until my parents yelled at me to go to sleep.</i></b></div>
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<b><i>Growing up in a small town, I learned a lot of values , I also learned parents have spies everywhere and there's always someone to tell your mama you were seen kissing a particular boy on a particular day just a little too long. So when you get grounded, what is there left to do? Read! My Aunt Jo gave me my first real romance novel. It was titled Lord Margrave's Deception. I remember it fondly. But I also learned I had a deep and abiding love of mysteries and anything paranormal. I started to write just that and would entertain my friends with stories featuring them as main characters.</i></b></div>
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First I wrote the book, revised, edited, revised, edited, and then sent it out on it's merry way to the agents. No one liked it at all! I got everything from form letters to personalized rejection letters the gist of which was your book isn't sellable. So it went up on Wattpad. Several of those agents came back and said we want your book after it got over a million reads. Ummm...no! Instead I went with a small publisher who took the time to read my book, discuss it with me, and made me feel at ease. We've had a great relationship since then and it's the most sound decision I've ever made.</div>
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I'm humbled by it honestly. You write this story and can only hope that people will like it. The response has been overwhelming. We have people that are Team Dan, people that are Team Eli. I get emails and messages from readers telling me how much the book meant to them. Some relate to the foster care element, some to the misunderstood teen, some tell me Officer Dan has inspired them to join the police force. I'm just so humbled that so many related to the book and loved the characters as much as I do. All the messages and comments I get mean the world to me and I read each and every one.</div>
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Amazing! All that hard work finally paid off. It's not just writing as alot of people think. It's about marketing your brand. Some days I spend more time doing that than writing. I felt vindicated to all the people who told me writing wasn't a career but a hobby. It was the best feeling ever.</div>
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This giveaway is for one (1) free eBook copy of 'Touch Me Not'. To enter this giveaway please do the following:</div>
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-59277196096449124782017-03-30T03:09:00.000-07:002017-04-02T06:51:14.739-07:00The Necho Saga Books 1-2 *Review*<b>Hey people of the world, welcome the hell back to my blog. I know, I'm sorry I haven't been posting anything recently but I'm drowning in depression, therapy medical bills etc... And I'm trying to get $ for publishing my first novel. I've received support from Kelly Anne Blount, who gave me an early ARC copy of SNOW, an anthology that I'll be reviewing shortly... But I promised that I'd do a review on her novels GRISHMA & AYLA so here they come!!!</b><br />
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Ms. Blount developed the story well, however, I felt as if the writing style in AYLA was better than GRISHMA. Not saying that GRISHMA wasn't well written, it was, but Ayla was far better. Her writing style was perfect! Blount was smart enough to write the novels in third-person rather in first person. She also was smart in having a fast-paced novel! It is a shame that this is YA and no 'hot pages' are in it, but I didn't mind. If the writing is good, I'm good that that is what kept me going, that's all I can say. It would have been 'cool' to read the novels in the characters' POV...</div>
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...Speaking of characters, why isn't Ryder a real person? Kelly, if you're reading this, is there a real Ryder? He is your total book BF, not joking. However, Brooklyn wasn't my favorite gal in the world. I didn't identify with her well, but the fact that she was a strong-willed bad ass chick, didn't cause any harm to me.</div>
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4. I have always wanted to see my own name on my book shelf. I wanted to share my mind with people and provide a solace that I find often in books. Creating a world that helps take people out of this one for a while is a really great feeling. Reading brings me so much joy and it's humbling to know that so many people can escape inside a world I created.<br />
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6. I am working on....a secret for now ;) (It was the sequel to Wolfsbane!)<br />
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The first story I sold in 1993 was to Kensington, and I've been traditionally published since. I epublished with a small press in 1998, and haven't stopped epublishing since, as well! I'm also indie, in that I publish my own stuff. I love the entire process of creating a book, from writing, editing, designing the cover and interior pages, to the finished product!</div>
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<i><b>Vampire Marcello Sebastiani has enough on his plate with the city of Venice demanding his birth records to prove ownership of his centuries-old palazzo. The last thing he needs is a headstrong yet delicate Englishwoman bulldozing her way into his life and manipulating his every action. No matter how delectable she may be.</b></i></div>
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<i><b>Jane Emery has fled an abusive situation in hopes of pursuing her musical studies, but when she arrives in Italy, she finds that her patron has passed, leaving her desperate and lost. Thankfully, she is able to coerce a handsome yet mysterious stranger into helping her. Only her machinations don’t take into consideration his tantalizing touches that make her forget her plans and dream of a future she shouldn’t.</b></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";"><b>Hey, everyone! Welcome the hell back to my blog! Continuing my series of interviewing and reviewing books from writers on Wattpad, Today I'll be interviewing Ms. Ansela Corsino and reviewing her novel which originated from Wattpad The Billionaire's Price!</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond 08 regular";">Ansela is a graphics artist living in the Philippines. Her first novel, The Billionaire’s Price, started out as Oliver Queen-Felicity Smoak fanfic. Her romance stories are inspired by Korean television dramas and Stephen Amell. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "eb garamond 08 regular";"><o:p></o:p></span><span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";">When she was a child, she discovered classic science fiction books and her grandmother's old romance paperbacks. She has a weakness for hot men who can cook and fix things around the house. She once dumped a guy for not knowing what Star Trek was.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";">I've always wanted to write fiction.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";">TBP was my first completed novel, yes. I've written some unpublished short fiction, and I have a few unfinished novels.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";">It's a contemporary romance, about a young woman who is attracted to her employer. He convinces her to prove a point by paying him for sex. I really hope it's more interesting than how I'm able to describe it, sorry.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";">When I have an idea for a story, I write them down on my Evernote. When I start a book, I first put all the notes together and try to fill in the missing pieces. Before I begin writing chapter one, I make sure I have the following: main character names and characteristics, a solid idea for the beginning, and a blurb. I can't outline, I'm afraid, although I'm convinced I would certainly be able to write faster if I did.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond 08 regular";"><b>Mina V. Esguerra: Click <a href="http://elishotsreads.blogspot.al/2017/03/mina-v-esguerra-interview-review.html">Here</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "eb garamond 08 regular";"><b>Kelly Anne Blount: Click <a href="http://elishotsreads.blogspot.al/2017/03/hello-there-readers-of-world-welcome.html">Here</a></b></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "eb garamond regular";">Contact Me Via Email to tell me what you did and when you do, write the name of Sebastian's housekeeper Ms. *Who?* For an extra entry.</span></li>
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Eli Maidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06206541018634131620noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8834962071822941138.post-39086306891504542682017-03-07T22:01:00.000-08:002017-03-10T23:31:17.607-08:00Kelly Anne Blount Interview + Review + Giveaway<b>Hello there readers of the world! Welcome back to my blog and today I’ll be interviewing the lovely and talented Kelly Anne Blount whose stories will</b><br />
<b><br /></b> <b>"Make you dare to explore your true self."</b><br />
<b><br /></b> <b>I'll also be reviewing her sexy novel Impassioned. I've included her bio below. Let me just make it clear, Miss Kelly was so nice to me when I asked for this interview. She was very kind and was enthusiastic.</b><br />
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<i>Kelly Anne Blount was born in Madison, WI. After attending university, she moved to Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands to teach elementary school. While living there, she met the love of her life and was married in a beautiful ceremony on the Caribbean Sea.</i><br />
<i>After returning stateside, Kelly started to pursue another passion, writing. Since writing her debut bestselling young adult fantasy novel, Grishma, she has written the sequel, Ayla, and is currently working on the third book in The Necoh Saga. Kelly has also written the first book, Impassioned, in her contemporary romance, Hard Love Series.</i><br />
<i>Continuing to improve upon her craft, Kelly started working on a young adult horror/dark thriller/mystery novel, Captured. Within five months, over 2.7 million people fell in love with this twisted story on Wattpad.</i><br />
<i>Due to her success, Kelly was selected to contribute a novel to Pandora, a paranormal box set. Putting a paranormal twist on Captured, Kelly created Shade. In less than a month, Pandora became a USA TODAY BESTSELLER!</i><br />
<i>When she isn’t writing, Kelly can be found spending time with the love of her life, their furry rescues, and enjoying the beautiful sites of Asheville, North Carolina.</i><br />
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<b>1. What prompted you to start writing?</b><br />
I’ve always loved to read and write! I became serious about writing in 2012 after reading Amanda Hocking’s Trylle Trilogy. She had some amazing blog posts about writing and getting your work out there in the world. She totally inspired me to begin writing my debut novel, GRISHMA!<br />
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<b>2. Did you always use Wattpad when you started writing your first book?</b><br />
No, I had three books published before my friend Apryl Baker told me about Wattpad. I signed up and began writing CAPTURED, which has now been read more than fourteen million times!<br />
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<b>3. How did it feel like when you finished your first novel?</b><br />
Finishing my first novel was incredible! I felt a sense of accomplishment, relief, and I totally did a happy dance!<br />
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<b>4. What was it like when you sold it to Limitless Publishing?</b><br />
Selling my first novel to Limitless was a huge accomplishment. I am so grateful for the awesome team at Limitless for all their hard work and believing in me from the very beginning!<br />
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5. What's inspiring about your story as that you went from an unknown author to selling her book, becoming a Wattpad star and then becoming a USA Today bestselling author! How did it feel when you got the news?<br />
I think what is most inspiring about my story is that everyone is capable of great things! Hard work, putting yourself out there, and making the right connections can help you accomplish great things.<br />
Apryl Baker called me late at night and told me the great news! Hitting the USA TODAY Bestseller’s list was one of the most exciting things that has ever happened to me!<br />
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<b>6. We have news that your books have been optioned for film/TV. Can you give us any updates about it?</b><br />
Yes! So exciting! I’ll have some exciting updates soon, but nothing I can share just yet. Keep an eye on my social media pages for additional updates!<br />
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<b>7. What are you working on next?</b><br />
I’m finishing up the third book in the Necoh Saga and I’m working on a new and exciting project. I’m really excited about both!<br />
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<b>8. Out of all your books which is your favorite and why?</b><br />
Hmmm… That’s a tricky question! Honestly, I love each my books! Each have their own special place in my heart.<br />
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<i><b>**Mature Content Warning** Recommended for ages 17+ due to language and sexual content.</b></i><br />
<i><b><br /></b></i> <i><b>Heartbroken and stuck on her ex, Harper never planned on falling for anyone new over the summer, but a chance meeting with Ethan Sawyer soon sends her heart spiraling…</b></i><br />
<i><b><br /></b></i> <i><b>Their connection is instant and intense. </b></i><br />
<i><b><br /></b></i> <i><b>Ethan seems perfect. That is, until the pressure of Harper’s impending internship allows her to see a very different side to Ethan. </b></i><br />
<i><b><br /></b></i> <i><b>Jealousy is never pretty and it can be dangerous.</b></i><br />
<i><b><br /></b></i> <i><b>Leaving for L.A. is a perfect opportunity for Harper to start afresh. But it’s not long until she finds herself facing decisions that will question what and who she wants.</b></i><br />
<i><b><br /></b></i> <i><b>Will Harper find a way to forgive or will she find a new path for happiness?</b></i><br />
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The story focuses on Harper who is an wreck… emotionally though. The poor woman’s love and man of her future tells her that face line of needing more space. I don’t blame Harper when she disagrees and thinks that he’s the one. When she opens up to other opportunities she finds that it's possible she was wrong.<br />
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It was nice to have Harper in this story because you follow her grow and it’s very inspiring.<br />
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It’s simply a sexy and loving story about this young woman’s journey of self-discovery. While trying to get her life refocused, Harper meets Ethan. The connection is immediate and passionate.<br />
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Add in jealousy in the book and you won’t be disappointed. The sex scenes though were very well done. Blount knows what she’s doing here but it seems as if some of them weren’t up to par with the others.<br />
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However don’t go for this book just for the sex. Go for the story and the sex scenes are tender indeed!<br />
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Would I recommend it?<br />
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So since I liked it and since Ms. Blount agreed... We'll be doing an eBook giveaway of Impassioned. So if you want a copy, enter now as in one week the contest will end. What to do to enter?<br />
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GIVEAWAY!<br />
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Like Ms. Blount's Facebook page here<br />
Follow This Blog<br />
As an extra entry, review Grishma or Ayla on Amazon.<br />
After doing this, message me via Contact Form to let me know that you did. If you did write a review of the books on Amazon please give me the name you used to review it.<br />
The winner will be announced in one week and Ms. Blount will send you the eBook via email.<br />
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Good luck!<br />
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Click <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Impassioned-Hard-Love-Book-1/dp/1495991601/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8">here</a> to purchase Impassioned!<br />
Click <a href="https://www.wattpad.com/user/KellyAnneBlount">here</a> for Kelly's Wattpad page.<br />
Click <a href="http://kellyanneblountauthor.blogspot.al/">here</a> for Kelly's Blog<br />
Click <a href="http://www.kellyanneblount.com/">here</a> for Kelly's Website<br />
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<b>Hopefully, you guys enjoyed this interview. Ms. Porteous still hasn't replied to my email so I won't be doing an interview with her. Also, Ms. Corsino hasn't given me her answers yet so the interview/review will come out when she sends me her answers... But I mean right away.</b><br />
<b>So if she doesn't send the interview by today or tomorrow, I might have to do some reviews on some Opal Carew novelettes... And perhaps an unknown author.</b><br />
<b><br /></b> <b>P.S. Reminder there's another giveaway right here from mina v esguerra. Click Here.</b><br />
<b><br /></b> <b>P. P. S. If you wanna check out her free reads *coughs* *Cheapskate* then I recommend reading her USA Today bestselling novel Captured (it hit the list as Shade as part of the pandora box-set)</b><br />
<b><br /></b> <b>P. P. S. I've sent out interview requests to Tina Folsom, Grace Callaway and Karpov Kinrade (well going to send out to Karpov).</b><br />
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<b>P. P. P. S I'm also on Wattpad. I have a new book on there and I hope you check it out. Click <a href="https://www.wattpad.com/user/ThrillingGalReads">here</a></b><br />
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