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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Book Tour ~ God and His Word - A Devotional Commentary in Psalm 119 by Mark Daniel Twombly

 

 

 

A Devotional Commentary in Psalm 119


Nonfiction / Religion / Spiritual / Devotional

Date Published: September 19, 2023

Publisher: Lucid Books


 

 

Do you desire the delight and joy described in the Bible, but find it elusive? Do you find yourself struggling to move from obligation to heartfelt desire? Do you desire more than information, but deep transformation? If so, this book is for you. Psalm 119 is a prayer to God for all of these things, and a personal answer from the Lord Himself. The infinitely perfect God of the universe draws near to perfect those who walk in His law, observe His testimonies, and seek Him with all their heart. How does He do this? He provides the knowledge, understanding, desire, ability, and delight; He initiates, sustains, and completes it all. This devotional commentary is a companion and a tour guide to help you toward a growing realization of the incalculable treasure that God in His mercy has placed before you in His word. You will be blessed beyond measure as you experience God’s presence as He speaks personally and powerfully to you by His perfect Word.

 


 

 

About the Author

Mark Daniel Twombly is fueled by the desire to know Christ, proclaim Him, and ‘present every man complete in Christ’ (Colossians 1:28-29) as God’s transcendent purpose for him. Having come to faith in Christ as a child, God has built into him a love for His word as the foundation for all of life. He lives in central New Jersey as a husband to Betty, father of 6, and grandfather to 4. He has been blessed to serve in local church ministry in formal leadership for most of his adult life and continues to be active in teaching, leading, and discipleship. A graduate of Rutgers College, vocationally he is a Senior Manager of Program Management in the Telecommunications industry. He has written for Well Thought magazine and is author of the blog ‘In His Grip’ (http://mdtwombly.blogspot.com/).


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Book Tour ~ Growing Up the Antichrist - An Experimental Memoir by David Armillei

 

 

An Experimental Memoir

 

Poetry / Memoir

Date Published: September 13, 2023

Publisher: Unscripted Press


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"What you are holding in your hands is a curious thing. This book is a memoir, although certainly not a traditional one. Call it an 'experimental, intellectual memoir.'"

 

So begins this startling and compelling collection of 40 pieces that reflect the passion, fears, and confusion of a young man trying to make sense of, find meaning in, and discover his place in the world between the ages of 17 and 25. Full of rhythmic, vivid language, Growing Up the Antichrist uses poetry as a starting point to express profound, maddening, and sometimes hilarious emotional truths about the process of growing up in the early 21st century, grappling with nostalgia, and struggling as an outsider (even among the outsiders). Driven by a complex, but enduring, hope and balancing a respect for and distaste of the past, this "intellectual memoir" goes beyond the author's own backstory to speak to universal experiences that unite us across the generations.



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Book Tour ~ Amansun - The Dragon Prince by Vincent Robinson

 



Amansun the Dragon Prince - Vol. 1

 

Young Adult Fantasy / Mythical

Date Published: February 17, 2023

Publisher: Gatekeeper Press


High up in the Smoky Black Mountains, Amansun and his family live among the great colony of dragons who call the steep and jagged mountain range home. Though Amansun is the eldest of his dragon clutch, he often feels like an outcast, and he spends most of his time venturing to the Great Forest up North, where he finds peace and solitude. His life is one dreary day after another—until one day when he sets into motion something that impacts the entire colony, putting him and his family at odds with the rest of the dragons.

The elders of the colony decide to send Amansun on a perilous quest to remedy his mistake, but there is little hope he will succeed. Along the way, he encounters elves, dwarves, stone trolls, and centaurs, all of whom choose to either help or hinder in his quest; he travels farther than he thought possible, across the Barren Plains, past the Old Great Forest, and to a mysterious and dark final destination; and he faces questions about his morals and his place in the world.

All mysteries will be answered along the way, and a prophecy of old may even prove to be true. Only time will tell.


CHAPTER 1

Long ago in a far-away land there lived a colony of dragons whose home was amidst the steep and jagged cliffs of the Smoky Black Mountains. These mountains could be seen from far away, and few if any ever traveled near, because of the reputation of the dragons that lived there as being ruthless killers who would sweep down out of the sky and burn alive or carry off any unfortunate travelers who happened to get caught out in the open. The lands leading up to the base of the mountains were black and barren from years of being scorched by the young dragons who spent their days learning how to ambush prey, breathing searing hot dragon’s breath onto the few bushes and shrubs that clung to life in this hostile land, and scouting for the occasional rabbit, wolf or wild boar that was foolish enough to be following the rutted, worn cobblestone road that slowly meandered from the woods up north down through the lower plains leading down to the great river.

The colony was made up of many families of dragons, ranging from the smaller brown and black variety normally found in the low lying hills and plains of the west up to the mighty copper and bronze colored dragons who came from far up north back when the lands were younger. Finally there were three families of large and rare golden skinned dragons who originated from the oldest line of dragons from the distant east, and from whom all other dragon lines had come. This large gathering of dragons had taken over these lands many decades past, when the area had been a thriving trading outpost for the wild men of this part of the world. The combination of flat, fertile plains and valley floor coupled with the mighty river that flowed from north to south had made this a flourishing town once upon a time, until the dragons learned of the plentiful food to be had along with the welcoming collection of caves and nesting sites scattered throughout the mountain range just above the town’s edges.

When the great beasts had started arriving in the area, there had been many great battles, and many legions of soldiers from far-away lands were sent in to dispatch the monstrous invaders in the hopes the trading outpost could be saved. All the brave souls that were sent here eventually met their end, either defending the last remnants of the town and the surrounding farmlands or while helplessly trying to escape back to the woods of the north or along the river heading south. Over time the farmlands were laid to waste, the livestock were scattered far and wide across the plains, the animals all eventually made their way into the caves of the dragons as food, and the building sites and homes of the men smoldered and decayed into a mere shadow of what once was.

Over time the dragons were bothered less and less, as the great caravans of men trying to move their trade up and down the old roads along the mountain range stopped coming. Even when protected by large garrisons of heavily armored soldiers, these trade caravans were no match for the now densely populated dragon colony, and word soon spread that only fools and death seekers would be foolish enough to venture into these parts. Along the old road that passed through the valley there could be found bent iron wagon wheels, blackened suits of armor, and weapons of every shape, size and style left lying on the earth where their keepers had fallen in battle. Anything of value had long been collected and taken back to the various caves and tunnels of the dragons in the mountains, as they were fond of anything shiny and colorful such as the decorated swords and sheaths of the soldiers and the chests of gold and silver coin, along with other precious items like jeweled cups and plates, bronze-plated armor pieces, and brightly decorated shields painted with depictions of the lands they were carried in from.

With no one left to fight, the dragons soon settled into a peaceful, lethargic lifestyle, largely made up of sleeping for long lengths of time disturbed only occasionally by hunting raids into the surrounding lands in search of livestock and other prey to feed the colony as needed. The eldest of the dragons gathered on occasion to discuss matters while the young were left to play, hunt, and develop their own skills to become proper dragon warriors. This is how the years passed for a very long spell, and this part of the land became a quiet and somewhat peaceful area once again. The individual families of dragons became more and more suspicious of each other over time, since they had no outside matters of consequence to deal with. Each pair of adult dragons watched over their broods and encouraged them to be aggressive and competitive in nature, so that they could establish themselves within the colony. Apart from size and genealogy, the most important traits for these youngsters now became their ability to fly, hunt, scorch and provide food to the colony, and there were fierce competitions held each year so that the youngsters had an opportunity to show their worth. These competitions and skills helped to determine a family’s rank within the colony’s hierarchy, and every set of adults wished to be considered as one of the reigning families.

About the Author

Vince Robinson grew up in a small sugar cane plantation village called Makaweli (Pakala to the locals) on the island of Kauai. When he wasn't surfing or hiking in the great outdoors, he spent his time reading and re-reading The Lord of the Rings, The Chronicles of Narnia, and other fantasy classics. This love of fantasy stayed with him as he grew up, and it is what inspired him to write high fantasy novels like Amansun the Dragon Prince today. Vince has since moved to Arizona with his wife, Ji, and small dog, Tipsy, where they can be closer to all their children and grandchildren. He receives inspiration for his stories from going outdoors, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. --This text refers to the hardcover edition.

 

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Book Blitz ~ MrDeadLetters: Vol. I - Poetry by Michael D. Dennis

 

 

Vol. I

 

Romantic Poetry

Date Published: 11/09/23

 

 

Prepare to go on a poetic journey that will ignite your senses and awaken your deepest desires. Michael D. Dennis invites you to delve into the intoxicating world of love, passion, and sensuality with his captivating collection of micropoetry, MrDeadletters Vol. I. These verses are carefully curated from his renowned social media accounts, where Michael has gained a devoted following for his fearless exploration of love, lust, and the human heart.

In this volume, Michael lays bare the raw essence of modern love, intertwining it seamlessly with a touch of enticing kinkiness. His words are a symphony of emotions, a lyrical celebration of intimacy, and a poetic revelation of the bonds that connect us on a profound level. Each verse, each line, pulses with authenticity, taking you on an exhilarating rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of the human heart.

These poems are not just meant to be read; they are meant to be experienced, to be shared with your cherished friend, lover, partner, husband, or wife. When you gift them this collection, you're offering a key to unlock a realm of passion and connection that knows no bounds. Michael D. Dennis's micropoetry has the power to spark flames of desire, rekindle the fires of romance, and deepen the bonds of love.


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Michael D. Dennis is an author and playwright who earned a degree in English literature from Loyola Marymount University.

Winner of a LMU Playwriting Award for his play Death of a Watchdog, Dennis also had his play Hen in the Field produced at the Whitefire Theatre in 2012.

Dennis currently lives with his wife and two kids in Los Angeles, California.

 

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Cover Reveal ~ Holy Smoke - Hellbound: Book One by Gin Griffith

 

 


Paranormal Romance/Romantasy

Date Published: 02/06/2024


DEMONS DON'T DO LOVE...

Lust and lies? Now those, Jovi can handle.

But falling for a demon hunter like Nash Rogan?

Really dumb move for a succubus on the run.

 

ROGAN'S NO FOOL...

But he's acting like one. Breaking rules, spilling secrets—touching her.

He lives in the shadows. But the more Jovi lights him up, the less he wants to go back to the dark.

 

Sparks fly when Jovi and Rogan are forced to flee—and fight—as an unwilling duo in HOLY SMOKE, the first in the HELLBOUND series by Gin Griffith.

 


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New Release ~ A Mafia Mistress for Christmas by Brooke Harper

 

 


Title: A Mafia Mistress for Christmas

Author: Brooke Harper

Genre: Dark Mafia Romance

Cover Designer: Everly Yours Cover Designs

Publication Date: Nov. 30th, 2023

Hosted by: Lady Amber's PR


Blurb: 

The greatest gifts aren't always wrapped in paper...

Call me a grinch but Christmas sucks. Always has. So when there’s an opportunity at work to infiltrate the Zicari Syndicate during their Christmas Eve bash, I jump at the chance.

The plan is simple: assume the identity of a seductive mafia mistress with dangerous tastes, and infiltrate the underground crime kingdom. I am prepared for the risks, but the unwanted attention is something entirely new. Specifically from Marco, the wickedly handsome younger brother and right-hand man of the monstrous Stefan Zicari.

Marco isn’t my intended target, but he has a hidden agenda of his own. Instead of killing me, he proposes we form an unlikely alliance. We’ll play pretend, with me standing in as Marco’s newest fling so that we can collect the evidence needed to bring down his brother’s criminal empire for good. And if we’re lucky, Stefan will be in handcuffs before jolly old Saint Nick comes down the chimney.

But things are quickly shifting between us. It’s not long before our acting crosses the line into something real, tempting, and dangerous. Being together can jeopardize everything we’ve worked for and get us killed.

Our charade was only supposed to be for the Christmas holiday, but now I’m wishing I could be Marco’s Mafia mistress all year long.

A Mafia Mistress for Christmas 
is a holiday mafia romance novella. This story is a quick read that contains some darker themes and lots of heat.




Brooke Harper creates dark and sexy worlds for her characters to play. A lover of strong coffee and old tombstones, she spins dark tales of sex and sin, pain and passion, and misery and madness that’ll have you flipping the pages and begging for more.

 

Dark Contemporary pen name of Harper A. Brooks.

 

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Cover Reveal ~ The Sinner's Bargain - Forced Mafia Marriage by Airicka Phoenix

 


Title: The Sinner’s Bargain

Author: Airicka Phoenix

Genre: Dark Mafia Romance
Publication Date: Mar. 5th, 2024

Hosted by: Lady Amber’s Reviews & PR

Blurb:

Naya
I saved a man’s life.
How was I supposed to know he was the leader of the Lacroix family, the man who owned half the city? More importantly, how was I supposed to know my brother was the one responsible for the death of his wife?
But when he threatens retribution, what choice do I have except to take my brother’s place? Only, his solution is for me to marry his son, a man who makes my senses fuzzy and my skin hot.
A man who is willing to forfeits his entire fortune to turn me down. A man who whispers just how much he hates me every night while dismantling my entire world with just a touch.

Thoran

Father is out of his mind if he thinks I would ever marry the sister of the man responsible for killing my mother. I don’t care if her eyes burn my soul, or that the way she says my name makes me hard. I would rather make her beg than put a ring on her finger.
But a Lacroix contract is ironclad. She has no choice. One way or another, she is about to become a part of the family.
Over my dead body.
Naya Blackwell has no idea just how far I’m willing to go to make sure she regrets ever saying yes. Even if I have to destroy her — body and soul — little by little for the rest of our lives.

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Airicka Phoenix is a multi-genre author of novels starring strong female leads and sexy alpha heroes. She started her journey after never finding the type of books she wanted to read. Her love of tortured souls and forbidden romance carried her into writing her own hard-earned happiness. Currently, she lives on the outskirts of Toronto with her babies and can be found hard at work on her next project.

 

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Cover Reveal ~ Wings of Ink by Angelina J. Steffort

 

Title: Wings of Ink

Author: Angelina J. Steffort

Genre: NA Fantasy Romance

Cover Designer: Fantastical Ink

Publication Date: Feb. 28th, 2024

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Blurb: 
The seductive and thrilling first book in the Wings of Ink epic romantic fantasy series from award-winning author Angelina J. Steffort.

Stuck in prison, pirate Wolayna Milevishja is waiting to be dealt her punishment—one worse than death, her captors promised when they closed the door of her cell over nine months ago.

Now that punishment has come to collect her.

Wolayna is taken to the mystical fairylands as this year’s bride for the Crow King, and that, even the humans in this world know, means there is no hope.

As Wolayna quarrels with her fate, frosty disdain melts into heart-stopping attraction, and she realizes that, maybe, King Myron, has just as little choice as she has. Something ancient and vengeful is at work in the Crow realm, and the intrigue at court is just the surface of the looming danger closing in on them.

Will Wolayna outsmart fate and find the freedom she’s owed, or will this new world of winged horror and surprising beauty be the death of her?

If you like witty, independent heroines and morally-grey, tormented heroes, you will devour this sizzling, addictive fantasy adventure.




"Chocolate fanatic, milk-foam enthusiast and huge friend of the southern sting-ray. Writing is an unexpected career-path for me."

Angelina J. Steffort is an Austrian novelist, best known for her
Wings Trilogy, a young adult paranormal romance series about the impossible
love between a girl and an angel. The bestselling Wings Trilogy has been ranked
among calibers such as the Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer, The Mortal
op
listed among angel books for teens by bloggers and readers. Her young a
Instruments by Cassandra Clare, and Lauren Kate’s Fallen, and has been
tdult fantasy series Shattered Kingdom is already being compared to Sarah J. Maas’s
Throne of Glass series by readers and fans
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Angelina has multiple educational backgrounds including
engineering, business, music, and acting, and lives in Vienna, Austria with her
husband and her son.

 

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