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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
KLB First Class Tour: Q & A with author Ty Langston
Published July 26th 2011
Lazyday Publishing
119 pages
Erotic Novella
Beth Mason seemingly has it all. A successful bakery/café called Decadent Dreams, good friends, and a nice home in Stamford, New York.
After her previous boyfriend dumped her six months before for not spending enough time with him, Beth decided that she had been through enough and wanted more in a relationship. Throwing herself back into the dating scene, Beth decided to go onto an online dating website called, ‘A Foreign Affair.’
Enjoying the different types of men from all over the world that ‘A Foreign Affair’ catered to, Beth became struck by a handsome man from Belarus named Yuri who was the former manager of the famed Rhapsody night club. After realizing that they had a lot in common, the two struck up a close, intense relationship.
Yuri, who’s been depressed since his nightclub burned to the ground and watching his best friend’s parents both die from a terminal illness, decided to take Beth up on an invite and join her for a fun-filled weekend in New York City.With both of them full of emotions, will the weekend be just what they needed or more than they bargained for?
As part of KLB’s First Class Tour with Author Ty Langston, I'm featuring an interview with Ty. Please join me in welcoming her to the B-Spot!
Dren: Thanks of much for joining me on your tour Ty! Let's get right down to it. Vampires or Werewolves? Why?
Ty: Werewolves. They’re sexy, hot (literally) and can play in the daytime.
Dren: Thanks of much for joining me on your tour Ty! Let's get right down to it. Vampires or Werewolves? Why?
Ty: Werewolves. They’re sexy, hot (literally) and can play in the daytime.
Dren: If you could tell us in 140 characters or less. (Twitter Style) How would you explain Decadent Dreams?
Ty: Sexy, Fun and Hot with a capital H.
Dren: What animal characteristics would you describe as closely related to your personality?
Ty: I’ve been told I’ve got good instincts.
Dren: What did it feel like when you got your first contract?
Ty: Beyond thrilled. It was the culmination of two years of work. I had been though a lot during that time. I got very sick, was hospitalized and was just getting to know my father and half siblings. It was a huge learning experience. I realized that time is our most precious commodity. So, I worked as hard as I could at trying to make a dream a reality.
Dren: What advice would you give to aspiring authors?
Ty: Write. Write all the time. Doesn’t matter how much or how little. Just try to write something everyday. Also, read. Read a lot. When I have the time, I try to read as much as I can. Authors are a talented bunch, in my opinion, there is more than enough room for everyone who has a talent for storytelling.
Dren: What is your writing process?
Ty: I tend to write at night until early morning. I write long-handed in a notebook and then I transfer it all to my laptop. (yes, I have a death wish. LOL)
Dren: What are you working on now?
Ty: A paranormal story called “Coming Home” which will be a part of Lazy Day’s 1st printed offering called “Indulgence” and wrapping up “Mail Order Groom”
Dren: What is the one thing you can't do with out when writing?
Dren: What animal characteristics would you describe as closely related to your personality?
Ty: I’ve been told I’ve got good instincts.
Dren: What did it feel like when you got your first contract?
Ty: Beyond thrilled. It was the culmination of two years of work. I had been though a lot during that time. I got very sick, was hospitalized and was just getting to know my father and half siblings. It was a huge learning experience. I realized that time is our most precious commodity. So, I worked as hard as I could at trying to make a dream a reality.
Dren: What advice would you give to aspiring authors?
Ty: Write. Write all the time. Doesn’t matter how much or how little. Just try to write something everyday. Also, read. Read a lot. When I have the time, I try to read as much as I can. Authors are a talented bunch, in my opinion, there is more than enough room for everyone who has a talent for storytelling.
Dren: What is your writing process?
Ty: I tend to write at night until early morning. I write long-handed in a notebook and then I transfer it all to my laptop. (yes, I have a death wish. LOL)
Dren: What are you working on now?
Ty: A paranormal story called “Coming Home” which will be a part of Lazy Day’s 1st printed offering called “Indulgence” and wrapping up “Mail Order Groom”
Dren: What is the one thing you can't do with out when writing?
Ty: Music and water. If I don’t have my headphones or Ipod, it’s a bad scene at my house.
Thanks so much for stopping by the B-Spot Ty! I wish you continued success in your writing endeavors.
Thanks so much for stopping by the B-Spot Ty! I wish you continued success in your writing endeavors.
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8-18 Xee’s Corner: Review
8-28 Author Chat ((More Info to come)) *Giveaway
8-31 Skyla: Review
9-4 Penny Pimpin
9-4 KLB Discussion
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Monday, August 22, 2011
Review: Chosen By Blood by Virna DePaul
Title: Chosen By BloodSeries: Para-Ops, #1
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Author: Virna DePaul
Pub: July 7, 2011, Berkley
Format: Paperback, 384 pages
Summary from back cover:
Felicia's experience as a hostage negotiator makes her a natural asset to a team divided by suspicion and prejudice. While being in close contact with Knox makes the desire she feels for him difficult to deny, Knox much marry a vampire, and she's not about to be his human lover on the side.
As the team embarks on its dangerous mission, Knox is determined to convince Felicia that the passion that connects them is enough to transcend both race and her human idea of morality. But Felicia is intent on teaching Knox that complete trust and love are the only forces strong enough to unite human and Other, once and forever.
When a book catches you off guard while reading -- where do you start with the review? I was stumped!
I'd heard so many great things about Chosen By Blood that I was ecstatic when I was able to pick up a signed copy from the author herself at RWA. (Virna DePaul was sooooo nice!) So I start reading it about a week after I get home. I'm so hooked on it - I purchase the Kindle version just so I can keep reading via TTS while at work. (Have earbuds, will read.)
DePaul takes the time to build a fantastic world where Vamps and "others" coexist (not under the best circumstances) with humans. I loved the different twist of "tainted blood" for the vampires and the complications that arise with locating the antidote.
In the beginning -- I didn't understand why Knox was sooooo insistent on marrying his own kind. I also didn't stand behind Felicia's issue of "monogamy or bust." But as I got deeper into the story - I learned more about Knox and Felicia's way of thinking -- their pain and why they held steadfast to their beliefs. The romance between them grew and it was at a pace that worked well with the story.
Two thumbs up and a snap for DePaul's mental gymnastics! There were plot twists and turns that literally had me sending status updates to Goodreads hourly. Shock and awe and "What the Hell?" was in full effect!! She also takes the time to set up the world and it's characters to give readers a full picture of the world she's created. Some readers find that a turn off - but I love it with Urban Fantasy books. If I have a better understanding for how the world operates, I can buy into pretty much any crazy thing the author throws at you.
This is DePaul's first book in her Para-Ops series. Book Two, Chosen by Fate will feature Para-Ops team members, Wraith, the team's ghost, and Caleb O'Flare, the team's human psychic shaman. You can also grab a FREE read of a prequel novella titled "Wraith's Awakening."
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In the beginning -- I didn't understand why Knox was sooooo insistent on marrying his own kind. I also didn't stand behind Felicia's issue of "monogamy or bust." But as I got deeper into the story - I learned more about Knox and Felicia's way of thinking -- their pain and why they held steadfast to their beliefs. The romance between them grew and it was at a pace that worked well with the story.
Two thumbs up and a snap for DePaul's mental gymnastics! There were plot twists and turns that literally had me sending status updates to Goodreads hourly. Shock and awe and "What the Hell?" was in full effect!! She also takes the time to set up the world and it's characters to give readers a full picture of the world she's created. Some readers find that a turn off - but I love it with Urban Fantasy books. If I have a better understanding for how the world operates, I can buy into pretty much any crazy thing the author throws at you.
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Sunday, August 21, 2011
AAD Philly - A Blogger's Perspective
This is probably the last AADPhilly post you'll see. I'm going to keep it brief and share my memories via pictures. I've titled this A Blogger's Perspective because I attended AAD as a Blogger and as a Writer. I'm posting my Writer's comments on Dren's Pen. So here goes.....
Authors Theresa Meyers, Carolyn Crane & Kristen Painter
I'm in love with CC's Pigtails! Also her books Mind Games and Double Cross ROCK!
My photography skills - IR Poster with Larissa in the background
Host Authors for the Chocolate Party for Bloggers. DELISH!
My Twitter Sisters - Marq (Love2ReadforFun) and Felicia (FERISHIA)
Oh and my BFF's Lara Adrian and Larissa Ione. The nicest women on the PLANET!
New to me Authors, Karin Tabke, Sylvia Day and Blogger extraordinaire Joy
from Joyfully Reviewed
Let us eat cake! Happy Birthday Larissa!
Yes - be jealous! Wide awake at 1AM with Larissa and Lara!
Me and Dakota Cassidy - Hilarious. Witty. The Bomb.
Pam! (SpazP) trying on a Bowler Hat
Pam and author Allison Pang - loved her costume!
Marq and Bells (Hanging with Bells)
The next set of photos are images of some of the fantastic costumes at the Steampunk Ball.
As many attendees have already mentioned, there were a lot of problems at AADPhilly. Some were due to the hotel's inefficiencies and others, clearly were not. But I will say that the attending authors, bloggers and readers who were confronted with the hiccups and mishaps took them all in stride and made the event what it was supposed to be; A gathering of people who share the love of reading. YAY US!!!
Will I attend AADNOLA? No, but that's my personal decision. I've heard that next year a professional conference management company will handle the event so that's a great start. I'll give AAD a couple more years to work out the kinks before I try again. I think this con has great potential for being one of the top reader focused conferences out there. It's just not there yet.
Am I mad that I went to AADPHILLY? Do I consider it a waste of my time or money? HELL NO! Where else could I get this fabulous photo with women who not only make me laugh on Twitter daily, but who touched my heart in person?
Nowhere.... Love you guys!
#WereflyLove4Eva
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Thursday, August 18, 2011
Review: Bloodlines by Skyla Dawn Cameron
Title: BloodlinesSeries: Demons of Oblivion, #1
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Author: Skyla Dawn Cameron
Pub: April 20, 2011, Mundania Press
Format: E-book; Paperback, 216 pages
Summary from Goodreads
But in the dangerous world of the supernatural, few things are ever "simple."
When a massive assault decimates the continent's population of powerful witches and warlocks, and its orchestrator has vampires being hunted down and captured, Zara realizes the tables have turned and now she'll be playing the hero. Forced to join with a smart-mouthed fellow vampire, a demonologist who's also a fan of hers, a recently widowed--and frequently brooding--warlock, and her best friend's mom, Zara's grudgingly willing to do what she can to save the day.
If only people would stop ruining all her outfits...
I'll admit, when I first started reading Bloodlines by Skyla Dawn Cameron I hated Zara. Like SERIOUSLY hated her. I'd never really met a main character that irked me. Enter Zara Lain, a 300-year old vamp. So self-centered, so self-focused. Just pure ewww! *insert hysterical giggle here* WOW - for me that's super-great-fantabulous writing! For someone to evoke that emotion from me is HUGE!
Cameron certainly takes readers on a roller coaster of emotions in Bloodlines. Because after reaching the midpoint of the book - I loved Zara. I loved her snark. Her self-centeredness. Her weaknesses. Yes she has them! But Cameron takes Zara and the reader on a path of discovery without losing the core elements that make Zara .... Zara.
"I don’t think we’ve been introduced,” I said. “My name’s Zara. I’m strong, I’m fast, and I totally kick ass. It’s great to be me...but that means right now it sucks to be you."
But I would be remiss if I didn't mention reluctant Warlock, Nate O'Conner. For those who've read Bloodlines and love Nate -- can I get a WOOT-WOOT!? Again, Cameron creates a character that is the pure antithesis of Zara and the sparks FLY!
So for a recap - I hated Zara! I loved Zara! I loved Nate and Zara and I can't frickin' wait for Book 2 - Hunter. It has a release date of August 30th!
For a special treat, Cameron is holding a pretty awesome giveaway - Hunter Prize Pack. Contest ends August 30th so click the link and check it out!
So for a recap - I hated Zara! I loved Zara! I loved Nate and Zara and I can't frickin' wait for Book 2 - Hunter. It has a release date of August 30th!
For a special treat, Cameron is holding a pretty awesome giveaway - Hunter Prize Pack. Contest ends August 30th so click the link and check it out!
Disclaimer: I received an copy of the ebook from the author to review, but this in no way influenced my review.
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