What Rough Beast by Robert Fredericks (GUEST POST)

I have often thought that the idea of a super being, whether God or a super hero, never addresses the inner psyche of such a creation. We are always presented with the inexplicable power of the being and how it affects others. Or, in the darker side of illustrated super hero novels, we are deluged with psycho-babble about strain and melancholy of trying to remain super with the foibles and pressures of remaining human. And always there are super...

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Knights of the Darkness Chronicles by D.N. Simmons (GUEST POST & GIVEAWAY)

Hello,My name is D.N. Simmons and I’m very happy to be here with you today. I’m an Urban Fantasy author and my series is called the Knights of the Darkness Chronicles. It features vampires and shifters living openly with humans where neither side fully trusts the other.I know what you’re thinking, what’s so different about this book that features vampires and shifters? Well, I’m here to tell you, you won’t find another book/series like it. For one...

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Waiting On Wednesday - Necroscope: The Mobius Murders by Brian Lumley

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill over at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selection is:Necroscope: The Mobius Murders by Brian LumleyMarch 31, 2013SubterraneanHarry Keogh, aka the Necroscope, has always considered himself a master of the Mobius Continuum--a dimension existing parallel to all space and time and his personal...

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The Landscape of Publishing by D.A. Adams (GUEST POST)

The landscape of publishing changes daily. Some of these changes are for the better; others not so much. No one can predict with any level of certainty what it will look like next year, next month, next week, or even tomorrow for that matter. One of the positive changes from my perspective is the shift away from a centralized hub in New York.When I was starting out, the general rule of thumb was that a serious writer had to go there, at least...

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Cover Reveal - Ghost Light by E.J. Stevens (GIVEAWAY)

Title: Ghost LightSeries: Ivy Granger #2Author: E.J. StevensImprint: Sacred Oaks PressRelease Date: July 9, 2013ISBN: 9780984247592Genre:  Urban FantasyTagline:  Ivy Granger, psychic detective, thought she'd seen it all...until now.Full Description:Ivy Granger, psychic detective, thought she'd seen it all...until now.With a vengeful lamia that only she can see on the city streets, reports of specters walking Harborsmouth cemeteries, and...

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Stacking The Shelves & What I'm Reading

Stacking The Shelves is a weekly meme being hosted by Tynga's Reviews, while Mailbox Monday is being hosted by Unabridged Chick this month (see Mailbox Monday for each month's host). Both memes are all about sharing the books you've added to your shelves - physical and virtual, borrowed and bought. It's Monday! What Are You Reading? is a weekly meme hosted by Book Journey, and it's focused on what's in your hands, as opposed to what's on your...

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HUGE February Follow GIVEAWAY

Just One Week Left in the February Follow Giveaway . . . and Just 10 Followers Away From a Second Giveaway!Like a lot of bloggers, I watch the numbers, keep an eye on the statistics, and observe the measures. I'm always looking to expand my audience, increase my traffic, and build my exposure. Part of it is pure vanity, of course (I like to know that somebody out there is watching), but a larger part of it is an honest desire to help the authors...

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Pyramid of Skulls by Martin Fruchtman (REVIEW)

Considering we're talking about one of the most sadistic tyrants of the early 15th century, I really expected to enjoy Pyramid of Skulls: A Novel of Timur, Warrior and Emperor more than I did. It's not that it's a bad novel, I just found it hard to get involved in the story. I couldn't quite bring myself to give up on it, but it was a bit of a struggle to keep going back to it.Martin Fruchtman has clearly done his research, and he does a superb job...

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Everwinter by Elizabeth Baxter (REVIEW)

Can science and magic ever exist in harmony?It was with that simple tagline, just eight simple words, that my interest in Everwinter was first kindled. It sounded like an interesting tale, and I was more than willing to give Elizabeth Baxter a chance to tell it. I had a hard time getting into it - in fact, several false starts kept it on my 'currently reading' list for far longer than I would have anticipated - but the investment of time and effort...

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The Swan Song of Traditional Publishing by J.E. Dugas (GUEST POST)

            It is as inevitable as the waning sun that not everyone will like or appreciate your work. If you’re an author looking to get published with a traditional publisher, you’ve certainly got your work cut out for you.            One of the revolutions in publishing that is making life even more difficult for both the traditional writer and publisher is the...

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Waiting On Wednesday - Beloved Gomorrah by Justine Saracen

"Waiting On" Wednesday is a weekly event, hosted by Jill over at Breaking the Spine, that spotlights upcoming releases that we're eagerly anticipating.This week's pre-publication "can't-wait-to-read" selection is:Beloved Gomorrah by Justine SaracenMarch 19, 2013Bold Strokes BooksWhat if the ancient cities synonymous with depravity were in fact a paradise of harmony? What if the “one righteous man” who escaped their annihilation was a murderous fanatic,...

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Charla by Alexander Beresford (REVIEW)

A mother. A daughter. A demon.... How Does a Hot, Sexy Mother Who Hates Her Daughter Put Her Ultimate Plan Into Action?As you can probably guess from the cover blurb, this was one dark, twisted, seriously messed up story. Anybody expecting a happy ending is well-advised to slam the cover closed, throw the book down, and run like you have never run before. Whatever you do, don't try to interfere with mommy's deplorable schemes, and don't fool yourself...

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Under Heaven by Guy Gavriel Kay (REVIEW)

When I sit down to immerse myself in a book, the overall narrative style is important in drawing me into the author's world, but it's generally the sophistication of the overall plot and the strength of the characters that makes me want to stay there. As such, I don't usually wax poetic about the lyrical language of a story, the smoothly coursing flow of words, or the layered beauty of sentences and paragraphs.Well, this is one of those exceptionally...

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Stacking The Shelves & What I'm Reading

Stacking The Shelves is a weekly meme being hosted by Tynga's Reviews, while Mailbox Monday is being hosted by Unabridged Chick this month (see Mailbox Monday for each month's host). Both memes are all about sharing the books you've added to your shelves - physical and virtual, borrowed and bought. It's Monday! What Are You Reading? is a weekly meme hosted by Book Journey, and it's focused on what's in your hands, as opposed to what's on your...

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