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Thursday, June 14, 2018

Monsterland Reanimated by Michael Okon - Book Tour - Book Trailer - Guest Post - Giveaway - Enter Daily!


Hello lovelies!  It gives me great pleasure today to host Michael Okon and his new book, “Monsterland Reanimated”!  For other stops on his Goddess Fish Promotions Book Tour, please click on the banner above or any of the images in this post.

Be sure to make it to the end of this post to enter to win a $50 Amazon or Barnes and Noble Gift Card!!!  Also, come back daily to interact with Michael and to increase your chances of winning!

Thanks for stopping by!  Wishing you lots of luck in this fabulous giveaway!


Monsterland Reanimated
by Michael Okon

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GENRE: Young Adult Fiction/Thriller

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BLURB:

After Monsterland has imploded, the entire world is thrown into chaos. World leadership is gone, economies have collapsed, and communications are non-existent. Wyatt must go beyond the boundaries of his small town to reestablish contact with the outside world, and alert the government about a traitor-in-chief.

During his journey he discovers a new threat released from the bowels of the defunct theme park.

When an army of relentless mummies, a life-sucking ooze called The Glob, and a hybrid reanimated Behemoth rise from the depths of Monsterland, who will survive?

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EXCERPT ONE:

A bright moon painted the desert’s surface pewter. Here and there, dark spots soiled the landscape like oil spills. Most of the bodies had been taken before the troops were ordered to leave. They carted away the corpses, bulldozing the zombies into mass graves, until radios chirped with urgent orders deploying the soldiers to the bigger threats that erupted in the main cities like a chain of angry volcanos.

Monsterland was extinguished, its carcass left for the vultures to pick, the exhibits silent as a tomb.

The dead president and his equally dead entourage were whisked away on Air Force One, along with the dark-clad special operatives that came and left like the brisk desert wind that now howled through the empty streets.

A gate screamed in the silence, slamming with a reverberating smash. The uneven gait of someone with a physical challenge filled the void. The scrape and plod of his limp echoed against the wall of mountains framing the theme park. His labored breathing huffed as he made his way down the streets.

A door creaked loudly as it was blown by the wind. He stopped, his distorted figure silhouetted in the pale moonlight, his body turning silver. He looked at the broken glass littering the pavement like diamonds, then up to the still, pre-dawn sky. He considered the sun peeking over the jagged horizon in the east, its golden light painting the dips and hollows of the hills. Soon the coming day would chase the darkness away.

Time was the enemy now. He had to move faster, or it would be too late. He picked up his pace, lurching along the winding road. A keening howl ricocheted through the streets, bouncing off the walls. It sounded like a … no, he thought, it couldn’t be. The werewolves were all dead. Destroyed by Vincent Konrad when he made their heads explode.

The old man paused, listening for it again, and was not disappointed when the animal whimpered. He gauged it to be inside the defunct vampire exhibit. He moved toward the entrance. The storefronts had been destroyed. A few body parts lay on the pavement, as if people had discarded them in a rush. He heard the scraping of paws on the street and a shiver went down his crooked spine.

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BOOK TRAILER:


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GUEST POST:

Top Ten Favorite Movies:

1.  There Will Be Blood
2.  Rounders
3.  Lord of the Rings – all three
4.  Back to the Future
5.  Back to School
6.  Young Frankenstein
7.  Casino
8.  Goodfellas
9.  The Penguins of Madagascar
10.  Empire Strikes Back

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AUTHOR BIO:


Michael Okon is an award-winning and best-selling author of multiple genres including paranormal, thriller, horror, action/adventure and self-help. He graduated from Long Island University with a degree in English, and then later received his MBA in business and finance. Coming from a family of writers, he has storytelling in his DNA. Michael has been writing from as far back as he can remember, his inspiration being his love for films and their impact on his life. From the time he saw The Goonies, he was hooked on the idea of entertaining people through unforgettable characters.

Michael is a lifelong movie buff, a music playlist aficionado, and a sucker for self-help books. He lives on the North Shore of Long Island with his wife and children.

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GIVEAWAY INFO:

Michael will be awarding a $50 Amazon or B/N GC to a randomly drawn winner via Rafflecopter during the tour.


**This post contains affiliate links and if clicked and a purchase made I may receive a small commission to help support this blog.  This does not cost you anything, it just helps pay for all those awesome giveaways on here.**

This contest is sponsored by a third party. Fabulous and Brunette is a registered host of Goddess Fish Promotions.  Prizes are given away by the sponsors and not Fabulous and Brunette. The featured author and Goddess Fish Promotions are solely responsible for the giveaway prize.

Monday, July 24, 2017

Dream Me by Kathryn Berla - Blog Tour - Guest Post - Giveaway - Enter Daily!



Hi lovelies!  It gives me great pleasure today to host Kathryn Berla and her new book, “Dream Me”!

Be sure to make it to the end of this post to enter to win a $25 Barnes and Noble Gift Card AND a copy of her featured book!!  See below for more details.

Also, come back daily to interact with Kathryn and to increase your chances of winning!

Thanks for stopping by!  Wishing you lots of luck in this fabulous giveaway!

Dream Me
Kathryn Berla
Published by: Amberjack Publishing
Publication date: July 11th 2017
Genres: Romance, Time-Travel, Young Adult
Zat is a dreamer from the distant future—a time when humans no longer dream and Earth is a desolate wasteland. He dreams of the beautiful Earth of the past, and a fiery-haired beauty named Babe. Against the wisdom of his peers, Zat decides to risk everything to travel back in time and live in Babe’s dreams…
Babe is the perpetual new girl in town. Her father’s job frequently moves the family around the country, and Babe just longs for a place to call home. As she settles into the sleepy town of Sugar Dunes, Florida, Babe begins to have strange dreams of a green-eyed boy named Zat. Night after night, Babe shows Zat her world. But the dreams come at the cost of nearly crippling migraines every morning. Babe’s life outside of her dreams pales in comparison to her growing love for Zat and their time spent together.
But the more time Babe and Zat spend together in her dreams, the more Babe’s pain increases, and Zat begins to question the reality of his existence. How can he live a life with Babe, when all they have is her dreams?
Can a dream become a reality?

GUEST POST:

Top 10 Favorite TV or Streaming Series Within the Past Three Years:

Game of Thrones
Peaky Blinders
The OA
Girls
The Time in Between
Outlander
Silicon Valley
Looking
The Killing
Transparent


AUTHOR BIO:
Kathryn Berla graduated from the University of California at Berkeley as an English major. She has lived in many different countries in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and Africa. She currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area. 





GIVEAWAY!

**This post contains affiliate links and if clicked and a purchase made I may receive a small commission to help support this blog.  This does not cost you anything, it just helps pay for all those awesome giveaways on here.**

This contest is sponsored by a third party.  Fabulous and Brunette is a registered host of Xpresso Book Tours.  Prizes are given away by the sponsors and not Fabulous and Brunette.  The featured author and Xpresso Book Tours are solely responsible for the giveaway prize.

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Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Home Field by Laurie Winter - Blog Tour - Top 10 Guest Post - Giveaway!

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This is my stop during the blog tour for Home Field by Laurie Winter. This blog tour is organized by Lola's Blog Tours. The blog tour runs from 30 June till 13 July. See the tour schedule here.

Home FieldHome Field (Warriors of the Heart #1)
By Laurie Winter
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Age category: Adult
Release Date: 30 June, 2017

BLURB: 
One year after her husband is killed in action, Julie Ellis is back in her hometown and focused on raising her young son. Then Reagan Harrison bursts into her life—a cocky, charming linebacker who leaves her off balance.

As a successful, professional athlete, Reagan believes he has it all. But after meeting Julie, he finds every excuse in the book to spend time with her. Despite his best efforts not to fall too hard, Reagan envisions a future with Julie, along with the little boy he’s come to love as his own.

While Reagan’s protective love begins to mend Julie’s spirit, she can’t suppress her continued deep devotion to her late husband’s memory. And when a letter arrives from beyond the grave, Reagan resolves to provide her with the answers she desperately needs to heal. Now Julie must choose either to keep her heart closed off or remove the lock and fight for a future with Reagan. Can a second chance at true love be just as sweet?
You can find Home Field on Goodreads

You can buy Home Field here:

- Amazon
- Kobo

Laurie and her super cute furbaby, Shadow

GUEST POST:

Top 10 Ways Yoga Helps with Writing:

I love exploring the way yoga and writing blend together to help strengthen the body and mind. I’ve been practicing yoga for only two years, and to be honest, I’m not the strongest or most flexible in the class. I tend to get wobbly during Tree Pose and huff and puff my way through Sun Salutations. But that’s okay, because yoga is about learning to be in the present and listening to your body.

So, here is my top 10 list:

1. Yoga is great for clearing the mind. I’m always amazed at the boost of creativity I get after practicing yoga.

2. As a writer, I spend a lot of time sitting in front of a computer, hunched over a keyboard. Yoga helps keep my body fit and my blood flowing. Not only does my rear-end benefit from time away from the chair, but so do my shoulders, hands, arms, back, and legs.

3. I’ve met some really cool people in yoga class. One of the things I love most about the yoga community is that we come in all shapes, ages, and skill levels. I try to use that same diversity when I develop a cast of characters for a book.

4. Don’t forget to breathe—a good motto for yoga and life. I often have to remind myself of this when I’m waiting for an email or becoming stressed over edits. Close your eyes and focus on your breath, sometimes that’s all you need to calm and relax.

5. Skill develops with time and practice. Most people don’t come to yoga class for the first time and do a Handstand Scorpion (a pose I’ll probably never be able to do). They also don’t just sit down and type out the next best seller in one draft. If you want to be good at something, there’s no substitute for hard work.

6. Shavasana is my favorite part of class. I’ve solved a lot of plot issues during that quiet time on the mat.

7. Make time for yourself. Something that I know is hard to do in today’s busy world. I have scheduled days of the week that I go to yoga class. I also give myself daily word count goals when I write. Often, it’s easier to make time for things that are important when you have a plan.

8. If you push yourself, you will lose your balance and fall sometimes. That means you’re trying. Get back up and try again.

9. Keep grounded, both physically and emotionally. Otherwise the stress of the world will sweep you away.

10. Find a drishti and keep your focus fixed to that spot. During balance poses in yoga, this concept is important to keep from falling. In writing, your drishti can be a finished MS, signing a publishing contract, or acquiring an agent. Don’t become distracted by movement around you. Your thoughts will follow your gaze. Stay focused on your goals.


Laurie WinterABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Laurie Winter is a true warrior of the heart. Inspired by her dreams, she creates authentic characters who overcome the odds and find true love. She keeps her life balanced with regular yoga practice and running. When not pounding the pavement or the keyboard, she's enjoying time with her family, who are scattered between Wisconsin and Michigan. Laurie has three kids and one fantastic husband, all who inspire her to chase her dreams.

You can find and contact Laurie Winter here:

- Website
- Facebook
- Twitter
- Goodreads
- Pinterest
- Instagram

GIVEAWAY:

There is a tour wide giveaway for the blog tour of Home Field. One winner will win a reader's gift basket (US Only). It includes:

* An Alice in Wonderland inspired teacup and saucer set
* Paperback of ON THE CORNER OF KING STREET by Mary Ellen Taylor
* Paperback of UNDER AN ADIRONDACK SKY by Karen Rock
* a $10 Amazon gift card

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For a chance to win, enter the Rafflecopter below:

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**This post contains affiliate links and if clicked and a purchase made I may receive a small commission to help support this blog.  This does not cost you anything, it just helps pay for all those awesome giveaways on here.**

This contest is sponsored by a third party. Fabulous and Brunette is a registered host of Lola’s Blog Tours.  Prizes are given away by the sponsors and not Fabulous and Brunette. The featured author and Lola’s Blog Tours are solely responsible for the giveaway prize.