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“We can solidify our plans tomorrow,” he whispers, brushing a stray strand of hair behind my ear. The warmth of his touch spreads throughout my body, igniting a fire inside me.

Our lips meet in a slow and tender kiss, but it quickly builds into something more passionate. I grip his hair while he gently angles his head for a deeper connection. Our bodies press together, our hearts beating in perfect synchronization.

“Claudia,” Alex groans in protest as I push him to the edge.

I know what a respectable girl should not do, but after everything we’ve been through and traveling hundreds of years into the past, I’m pretty sure that rules no longer apply.

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Outlander meets What the Wind Knows with a dash of The Tudors

Claudia, Alex, and Marie embark on a perilous journey back through the swirling mists of time, their hopes pinned on averting a looming tragedy. As they navigate the tangled web of history, vivid memories of Alex and Claudia’s enduring love flicker across the timelines, a testament to their unyielding bond. Their destination is the tumultuous Ireland of 1649, a land poised precariously on the brink of siege. It is a treacherous era to traverse, where danger lurks at every corner.

In their quest, they immerse themselves within the ancient covens, becoming an integral part of the tightly knit community of Drogheda. The air is thick with tension, the kind that crackles and hums, as they wrestle with the monumental task before them. Caught in the crossfire of history, they face the daunting challenge of halting the impending slaughter of the town while grappling with the complex emotions tied to saving the beloved of their sworn nemesis.

As the stakes grow ever higher, the question looms large: will the timeless love between Alex and Claudia endure the trials they face, or are there formidable forces at work beyond their control, threatening to unravel the very fabric of their shared destiny?

*Contains mature themes, open door sex scenes, and mature language.

"Such a fun, quick, whimsical historical read. If you are a fan of outlander or the tudors this is a perfect combination of both!" – ARC reviewer

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Armored Hours

Reincarnated Souls Book 1

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They wrapped their arms around one another as their bodies communicated their need; Claudia was flushed with desire. Alex knew it was flirting with disaster, being alone in her room like this, doing what they were doing. Allowing this passion to continue unbridled would be absolute chaos, and yet he couldn’t deny the deeply intoxicating pull Claudia had on him.

“Don’t leave,” Claudia whispered quietly, as if reading his mind.

“Never,” Alex replied without hesitation.

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Cable Girls meets Peaky Blinders meets Titanic

The girls had forged a bond together like iron that could not be broken. Claudia, Kiersten, Lina, and Florian were on the brink of making history with their powerful feminist movement, but then they suddenly disappeared without a trace.

Alexander was a desperate bootlegger who was willing to risk it all to search for them. Not only were they in cahoots with him to help smuggle feminist contraband and forbidden booze, but Claudia had also unknowingly captivated his heart. He vowed to find them at any cost, but little did he know that their disappearance was part of a much bigger and sinister plot from the upper echelons of society.

Set in 1920s Paris of the Plains, Armored Hours is a thrilling tale of love and mystery interwoven with hints of magical realism.

"I adore Armored Hours so much as it delivered the action packed narration that came with a strong sense of urgency and the undercut of deep emotions. It is set in a world where survival demands resilience, the journey isn't just the physical but also the mental. The main characters must wrestle with their own personal demons as well as facing external threats. I adore how the chapters build on from the previous chapters as well as pulling you deeper into the conflict. Stephanie did a brilliant job of balancing out the action with a lot more quieter moments of introspection that just add layers to the characters. This book will keep you on the edge with twists as well as it will grips you into the story." ~Aussie

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Stephanie Hansen

Stephanie Hansen is a PenCraft and Global Book Award Winning Author as well as an Imadjinn finalist. Her debut novella series, Altered Helix, released in 2020. It hit the #1 New Release, #1 Best Seller, and other top 100 lists on Amazon. It is now being adapted to an animated story for Tales. Her debut novel, Replaced Parts, released in 2021 through Fire & Ice YA and Tantor Audio. It has been in a Forbes article, hit Amazon bestseller lists, and made the Apple young adult coming soon bestsellers list. The second book in the Transformed Nexus series, Omitted Pieces, released in 2022. Her debut spicy paranormal romance, Ghostly Howls, released 2023. Her debut historical magical realism, Armored Hours, released 2024. She is a member of the deaf and hard of hearing community, so she tries to incorporate that into her fiction.

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Preorder Blitz: "Collaborating Calmness Within Our Darkness," by: Healing Poetry Multi-Author Collection

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Collaborating Calmness Within Our Darkness

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This collection is a testament to the power of collaboration, a tapestry woven with the voices and visions of remarkable poets I have had the honor to work alongside.

Each poem within these pages reflects not only individual brilliance but also the transformative magic that happens when creative spirits come together. To my fellow poets—your inspiration, vulnerability, and artistry have enriched this journey beyond words. Thank you for sharing your unique voices, for trusting me with your visions, and for co-creating moments of beauty and introspection.

This compilation stands as a celebration of shared creativity, mutual respect, and the endless possibilities that emerge when poets unite. Together, we have crafted something more profound than the sum of our parts—a testament to the enduring power of collaboration in the world of poetry.

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Friday, October 17, 2025

New Release: "First Light," by: Verity Rose

Hi everyone. Today I am featuring Verity Rose's New Released book "First Light." Dive into her exclusive guest post, book details, and find out how to purchase your copy today. Happy reading everyone. :)

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A promise filled with hope in a world not meant for dreamers

Can you, for those who don't know you already, tell something about yourself and how you became an author?

- I became an author, I would say in May of 2024, which is when I started writing First Light with an intention to publish. Getting to that point was a rather long process, though. Back when I was twelve or thirteen, I had started getting a real interest in writing, but the 8th grade is when I started getting serious about it. My English teacher at the time gave us a project, which was to write a single page story using a phrase on a pre-selected list she had made up. The trick was that each phrase could be chosen only once and I was the third from last. My phrase was “he raised his sword amidst the dragon’s fiery breath…”. I had no idea what to write for something like that at first but ended up coming up with a story about a swordsman who could see the future, named Lance. I got a 100 on the story and she wrote a comment of “what happens next?!” and that really set me on this path. Of course, that sparked years of hyperfocusing on writing some really cheesy self-insert stories up until my junior year of high school (I still have them all for some reason… I try to ignore them the best I can so I don’t have to cringe too hard). I fell off the writing thing for years due to college, depression, and a lot of life changes, but got back into it thanks to some webnovels and light novels getting me back into reading. That was when I made First Light!

What is something unique/quirky about you?

- I am extremely forgetful. On a 36 hour drive I lost my phone literally no less than twenty times without it ever leaving the car.

Tell us something really interesting that's happened to you!

- I have somehow only ever lived in two states, and both of those states are the only two states in the US where the capitol is in Marion County.

What are some of your pet peeves?

- I really don’t like the sound of coughing or sneezing, it is the worst when I am the one doing it. I also don’t like seeing shopping carts sitting outside of the corral, especially when they are RIGHT next to the corral. Seriously, it's like two more inches away, just put it in the corral.

Where were you born/grew up at?

- Born and raised in Indiana my whole life. Grew up between Ladoga and Greencastle in Montgomery and Putnam counties respectively. Now, I live in Oregon!

If you knew you'd die tomorrow, how would you spend your last day?

- With my wife and son. We would go and enjoy all kinds of food, I would constantly have a cup of coffee in my hand, and we would end the day having a fire on the beach watching the sunset and listening to the waves.

Who is your hero and why?

- I don’t really have a hero. I don’t like idolizing people in that manner really… (Hugh Jackman)

What kind of world ruler would you be?

- A bad one. I would not be a good world leader at all.

What are you passionate about these days?

- I’m really into reading, writing, cooking, and coffee. I am absolutely obsessed with finding fun foods and finding ways to make them at home.

What do you do to unwind and relax?

- Reading, reading, and reading. Probably with a good cider or wine in my hand. Whenever I am stressed, my first desire is to open a book and escape into another world.

How to find time to write as a parent?

- In pieces. Trying to schedule writing time is very hard and usually I have to go at it in chunks. However, my wife also works with me to distract my son or spend time with him when I really feel the urge to put pen to paper (hands to keyboard really).

Describe yourself in 5 words or less!

- I am really bad at this part so I will share my wife’s answer to this question: “Quick witted, caring, passionate, humble” (My wife wasn’t happy with me when I reminded her that quick witted was two words)

When did you first consider yourself a writer?

- I think I first actually used the word ‘writer’ to describe myself after I started serializing a web novel for a short time. I made a lot of friends during that period of time and one of them is one of my editors. Up until I met her, I kept using phrases like “when I am a writer” or “I’ll be one eventually”. After she scolded me and said that I was already doing things for people to read, I realized I was one. Before, I thought that you needed to have a following, have success, in order to be one. Now, I really think that the moment you start taking your thoughts and feelings and putting them to words that you are an author, a writer, a poet, a lyricist…etc. Success is a part of the journey of writing, not a requirement.

Do you have a favorite movie?

- Violet Evergarden: The Movie. The entire series is a masterclass in animation, visuals, music, and story telling. I have never cried harder in my life than watching this movie.

Which of your novels can you imagine made into a movie?

- First Light is my only actual novel coming out. Seeing it as a movie would be really fun with its themes of camaraderie and coming-of-age. Not to mention, the whole ‘finding the power within' aspect to the story would be really fun to see with my spin on it from this book. However, I think the one that would make a very interesting movie is a project I have in the works for a future release called (tentatively) Spellsword. That one would be rather fun for reasons I will leave undisclosed for now!

What literary pilgrimages have you gone on?

- I went to Powell’s Book Store in Portland once!

As a writer, what would you choose as your mascot/avatar/spirit animal?

- If it wouldn’t put me in legal trouble with Nintendo or Gamefreak over the Pokemon IP then a spheal. He’s so round and squishy-looking and I love him!

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First Light

Tales of the Vanguard: Rune Saga Book 1

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Genre: Epic Fantasy

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In a world struggling with political and religious differences, eighteen-year-old Arkrune—"Rune" to his friends—dreams of something greater than the quiet life in his small village of Locke. Trained by his stern but loving father, a renowned blacksmith and former warrior, Rune sets his sights on joining the famous monster fighting guild known as the Vanguard.

When Rune embarks on his journey to the city of Hilden to pursue his destiny, he carries with him more than just a finely crafted sword—but also a mystery tied to his bloodline and the dormant power within him. Along the way, Rune forms bonds with battle-hardened warriors, fends off deadly attacks by monsters and men alike, and begins to uncover the hidden strengths he didn’t know he possessed.

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Verity Rose grew up in a blink and you’ll miss it Indiana town where the school library doubled as an escape hatch. She wrote her first fantasy scenes at thirteen, lost the thread for a while, wrestling with undiagnosed ADHD and mental health potholes. She rediscovered her voice after becoming a mom and stumbling into a gaggle of online book nerds who egged her on. Armed with a social work degree from Ball State and a lifelong conviction that characters are as real as the hands on the keyboard, she now pours that people first empathy into stories that refuse to stay quiet.

When she isn’t tormenting her characters, Verity is probably reverse engineering a Korean street food recipe, sourcing single origin coffee beans from ethical roasters, or hoarding trash in Dragon Age or Skyrim. Her literary inspiration is equal parts Rick Riordan’s mythic swagger, Suzanne Collins’ high stakes heart, and John Flanagan’s cozy camaraderie.

Verity was raising her family (and her caffeine tolerance) amid Indiana cornfields and now adventures in the Pacific Northwest with them. She’s always down to swap book recs, coffee tips, or preferred RPG builds.

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Thursday, October 16, 2025

Series Reveal: "The Velvet Scone Mysteries," by: E. Hazard

Hi everyone. Today I am featuring a Series Reveal for the four books that make up "The Velvet Scone Mysteries," by: E. Hazard. Dive into the details for these four books and find out how to start this series today. Happy reading :).

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Series: The Velvet Scone Mysteries

by: E. Hazard

Genre: Cozy Mysteries

● Small town setting where everyone knows everyone and everyone has secrets

● Culinary cozy with baking, café life, and food competitions

● Amateur sleuth who is reluctant but determined

● Sassy sidekicks including nosy but lovable friends and helpers

● Grumpy but charming detective who often clashes with the sleuth

● Eccentric townsfolk with long-standing grudges and quirky habits

● Holiday and seasonal themes such as Christmas feasts, summer fêtes, and community fairs

● Locked-room or community event murders where every guest is a suspect

● Humor and heart that keep the tone light despite the crimes

Found family built around Tamsin’s café regulars

In the charming small town of Willowby, secrets simmer just beneath the surface. No one is better at uncovering them than Tamsin Blake, a former investigative journalist who now runs a café. Between perfecting her scones, managing her quirky regulars, and keeping her fledgling business afloat, Tamsin always seems to be at the center of every scandal that rocks the community. With her sharp wit, loyal friends, and stubborn curiosity, she is determined to solve each mystery before gossip or the killer gets the upper hand. The Velvet Scone Mysteries deliver cozy small-town charm, mouthwatering treats, and a healthy serving of murder.

Perfect for fans of culinary cozies, amateur sleuths, and a touch of New Zealand flavor, this series proves that in Willowby, a good cup of coffee is best served with a side of crime.

A Jam to Die For

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New Release: "The Awful, Worst, Best Day Ever," by: Danielle Sibarium

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✩✩ NEW RELEASE ✩✩

The Awful, Worst, Best Day Ever

A Small-Town Single Dad Rescue Hero RomCom

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Small-Town

Teacher

Parent

Single Dad

Rescue Hero

Rom-Com

Can a rocky first impression send a teacher and parent tumbling toward one another?

Emma-

The day started with a antagonistic confrontation with a parent, only to be followed up with a missing class pet. The cherry on top were the multiple bee stings. Did I mention I’m allergic to bees? With a raincloud pouring over my head, I never imagined the day would end with a with sunshine and a vibrant rainbow.

Corey-

With everything my son told me about Ms. Mills, I expected her to be old, at least middle-aged and graying. Definitely on the homely side, if not downright ugly. I never expected the beautiful, strong-willed, auburn-haired vixen to turn my world upside down.

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Series Tour: "The Ghosts of Border House," by: Vanessa Victoria Kilmer

Hi everyone. Today I am featuring a series tour around Vanessa Victoria Kilmer's series "The Ghosts of Border House." Dive into this exclusive guest post, book details, and more for this paranormal romance. Check out how to start the series today and support a budding author. Happy reading :).

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Series Intro:

Border House has stood on the River Tweed since 1100, witnessing centuries of Scottish history and accumulating many permanent residents along the way. This ancient fortified manor, once a hunting lodge and defensive tower, now serves as both a charming hotel and an unintentional retirement home for spirits who can’t or won’t move on to the next realm.

The house is home to a medieval king, a turncoat scribe, a lonesome English soldier, two Victorian ladies, one unhappy go-go girl, a Scottish Brewmaster, and more. Each ghost brings their own quirks, complaints, and centuries-old drama to daily life at Border House. Whether you’re a living guest checking in for the weekend or a long-dead resident who’s been here for ages, everyone has a story to tell.

Welcome to Border House—where checkout time is optional, and some guests have been extending their stay for centuries.

This series features standalone paranormal romances written by various authors.

An interview with Leah Miles about her new book The Brewmaster’s Kiss

What inspired you to write this book?

The idea of a relative, friend, or even a stranger showing up and living (or not living) alongside me is fascinating. When the TV show Ghosts came out, I was hooked on the British series. Then I watched all the American ones. What a fantastic idea that ghosts remain where they died, some of them—thank goodness not all—and they function alongside us. Writing this story about one of the ghosts of Border House was so fun— it was easy.

Our goal is to create a series of novellas for other authors to contribute. Really, the number of ‘dead’ main characters is endless.

What can we expect from you in the future?

My first Romantic Suspense, Baby ConSEALed, will be released on March 26, 2026. My publisher is Black Rose Writing, and this will be the first in “SEAL and Shelter,” a seven-book Romantic Suspense series.

Do you have any “side stories” about the characters?

I have numerous notes for side characters. The “Ann Darby” character has been yelling at me to redeem her and give her a story. Maybe a holiday story later this year.

Can you tell us a little bit about the characters in The Brewmaster’s Kiss?

Donnal Stuart’s parents died when he was young, and his cousin, the Earl of Border

House (a made-up house), took him in as he had no children. He fell in love with Nova Guthrie when she was only 18, and he was nearly 30; then, he put the relationship on hold until he’d met his personal and financial goal of becoming a renowned brewmaster. He died before he could make either dream a reality.

How did you come up with the concept and characters for the book?

This was a joint effort with my good friend Vanessa Victoria Kilmer. We both love Scotland and the TV Show Ghosts, so what’s not to love about a series of ghost stories? The only thing better would be to write episodes for the American version of Ghosts. Of course, my episodes would all feature “Thor.” (Devan Chandler Long). If you haven’t seen him, stop whatever you are doing right now and Google him. You won’t regret it.

Where did you come up with the names in the story?

The names were easy to find, as Scottish baby names are readily available on Google.

The dialect was harder, but I found an excellent resource:

https://aaronmullins.com/2020/03/16/scottish-dialect-an-authors-guide-to-highlanddialogue/

What did you enjoy most about writing this book?

Writing the interaction between the living and the deceased was so much fun, although hard to decide when to use italics.

Tell us about your main characters- what makes them tick?

My heroine, Nova Guthrie, has many regrets. The love of her life died tragically, and she married an American, partly to leave the country. Fifty-five years later, she returns to make peace with the past and finds her lost love. I did break the ghostly rules a bit, in that (spoiler alert), my heroine regains her youth in death.

How did you come up with the title of your first novel?

I wrote my first novel in grade school—one of many unfinished works. The first book I finished was an “Ode to Win Dixie.” I worked as a cashier at Winn-Dixie when I was sixteen. That book is terrible and will never see the light of day, but I still have it.

Who designed your book covers?

The talented Vanessa Victoria Kilmer is doing all the covers for this series. She is a fantastic artist, writer, and friend.

What are your top 10 favorite books/authors?

I have too many favorites. However, there are books I read over and over because it’s comforting to revisit an old friend. My favorite Romance is “Love Song for a Raven” by Elizabeth Lowell. One of my favorite fantasy novels is "Restoree" by Anne McCaffrey.

Favorite Romantic suspense, the entire “Troubleshooter series” by Suzanne Brockmann

(please don’t make me pick one). Other favorite fantasy authors are S. E. Smith, Lisa

Kessler, M.K. Eidem, Michelle Diener, Lia Davis, Charlee Allden, Melody Johnson, and Lauren Dohner. I also enjoy books by David Baldacci, Steve Alten, Dan Brown, Nora Roberts, J.M. Madden, Susan Stocker, and Tom Clancy, to name a few.

How long have you been writing?

I don’t remember when I wasn’t trying to write books and become a (famous) author.

Do you see writing as a career?

I’ve been writing all my life, and more so in the last half dozen years. However, when I did my taxes last year, I think I realized that writing is enjoyable, but so far, it hasn’t been particularly lucrative.

Do you write one book at a time or do you have several going at a time? I love having several projects going; it keeps me sharper.

Pen or type writer or computer?

I use a writing platform called “Dabblewriter.com.” I can work on a half dozen stories at the same time and easily keep them organized.

A day in the life of the author?

I work full-time managing an insurance office, and my husband and I have just built six tiny homes that we plan to rent out on Airbnb. So, a day in the life of an author is two hours before bed and whatever minutes I can steal in the morning.

Advice they would give new authors?

Only do this if the story inside you refuses to remain silent. Writers must educate themselves on the craft, the product, and the market, and then they have to write, rewrite, edit, format, publish, and promote.

What are they currently reading?

Dan Brown’s “The Secret of Secrets.”

Love Lost & Found

The Ghosts of Border House Book 1

by: Vanessa Victoria Kilmer

Genre: Paranormal Romance

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When a love haunts every lifetime, you have to grab it and hold on.

In 1566, Thomas Kincaid is murdered at Border House by agents of the Scottish King. Thinking himself betrayed by his soulmate, Sara Mae Stuart, Thomas curses her to a life of reincarnation with his dying breath.

When Sara Mae dies of a broken heart, she is reborn again and again.

After 450 years of reincarnation, Sara Mae returns to Border House to perform a séance and break her curse. She discovers a host of unsettled spirits, each harboring their own hidden agendas, and Thomas, lurking inside her crystal ball.

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The Brewmaster's Kiss

The Ghosts of Border House Book 2

by: Leah Miles

Genre: Paranormal Romance

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Fifty-five years of longing, and a love that transcends death.

After fifty-five years, Nova Guthrie has returned to Scotland for the annual Halloween Ball at Border House. Or that is her excuse to return to the home of her youth and bid farewell to memories of her lost lover.

What she doesn’t know is that Donnal Stuart still haunts the grand mansion, along with a few other ghostly characters—one of whom will do everything she can to keep them apart.

This story is about true love and secret ghost powers bundled up in a haunting tale of second chances.

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