Carol Parsons Reviews New Karina Fabian Title

 

Live and Let Fly

by Karina Fabian.

Author's Web site: http://www.karinafabian.com

ASIN: B007Y5TCHG

Genre: fantasy

Originally published on Amazon

5 stars

Publisher: MuseItUp Publishing
 

Reviewed by Carol Parsons

 

My favorite dragon PI, Vern, is back in Let and Let Fly, a delightful spy spoof by Karina Fabian.Laced with tongue-in-cheek humor, this adventure tale is loaded with sparkling dialogue, and Clifford Simak followers will enjoy the lighthearted crossing of Faerie and Mundane as the “Sam Spade” of dragon detectives uses his talents in the real world.

Vern, a reformed dragon and his partner, Sister Grace take on an innocuous amusement company which serves as a cover for evil overlord antics of world domination – not just the mundane world, but faerie as well.

I’m not a fan of first person stories, but there’s just something likable?, lovable?, intriguing about getting inside a dragon’s head. Especially this one with his whimsical, sometimes pointed, perception of human versus faerie lifestyles.

Vern’s idea of the perfect working day? “The usual Monday morning activity: drug busts, thefts and muggings, the occasional prostitute. No magic. No mad science. No evil demigods bent on world domination. My kind of busy.”

My kind of dragon tale. This is a keeper and one well worth re-reading.

How you look at the world, depends on where you are.

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Basked on Military Journal: Iraq, Religion and Spirituality

Title: Not in the Wind, Earthquake, or Fire

Author: Philip Sharp

Website: http://www.windearthquakefire.com/

Genre: Iraq War/Religion & Spirituality

ISBN-13: 978-1470159986

ISBN-10: 1470159988

 

 

Synopsis

Not in the Wind, Earthquake, or Fire is a book based on the journal Staff Sergeant Sharp wrote during his second deployment to Iraq from 2006 to 2007. The setting is in what was known as the "Triangle of Death", a hot bed of activity and sanctuary for the insurgency. The Iraqis called it, "The Graveyard of the Americans". During this deployment 21 soldiers from Task Force Polar Bear (4-31 Infantry, Fort Drum, NY) were killed, 3 were captured, and far more were wounded. It is in these conditions that Staff Sergeant Sharp recorded his events, reflected on the reality of life, and vented over the circumstances. You will see the daily life of combat soldiers and the conditions they worked under. Not in the Wind, Earthquake, or Fire is not just a book about the Iraq War; it is also a testimony of a soldier's walk with God during those times. Philip Sharp carefully recounts many spiritual lessons that he learned while deployed and appeals to the reader to see God in their everyday circumstances.

 

 

Author Biography

Philip Sharp has served for 20 years in the US Army Infantry during which he graduated from Ranger School, completed 22 parachute jumps, and served as a Drill Sergeant. He has worked in a variety of locations to include South Korea and the jungles of Panama. He deployed to Iraq three separate times from 2003 until 2010. He has published articles and war game simulations in Strategy & Tactics magazine and currently is a contributing columnist for Modern War magazine. Philip is retired from active duty service and now lives in West Virginia with his wife Heather and four children were they are creating an all-natural farm and serving in church ministries.

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Terry Whalin's Jumpstart Will Jumpstart Any Author's Book

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Title: Jumpstart Your Publishing Dreams
Subtitle: Insider Secrets  to Skyrocket Your Success
By Terry Whalin
Publisher: WTW Press, Scottsdale, AZ
Author’s  Web Site: http://jumpstartdreams.com
ISBN :9781935085546
Available on Amazon
Also available as an Audio Book
Review originally published on Amazon

Reviewed by Carolyn Howard-Johnson, multi award-winning author of fiction, poetry, and the HowToDoItFrugally Series, one series for writers, one for retailers

Terry Whalin’s Jumpstart Your Publishing Dreams is a book that can truly give any writing career a nudge, but it will be invaluable to those who write nonfiction. For inspiration we have a foreword that tells the unforgettable success story of the Chicken Soup series  from Mark Victor Hanson. It illustrates his theory that persistence counts. He says, "I believe if at first you don’t succeed, so what?” He also uses his story to show writers how we must be ready to change our course if we want to succeed.

So here’s the thing. Once you’ve hopped on the wagon to success like Hanson suggests, Terry Whalin tells you how to steer it, how to keep  it in repair, even how to put it in the race. You’ll learn how

·        to plan,

·        how to get experience,

·         how to strengthen your story,

·        how to build your platform,

·         why you should get an agent

·        and how to get a good one. 

Even better. Whalin provides resources to help you along the way. Both in this book and to reliable sites online including his own helpful blogs and Web site. It sort of doubles the bang for the buck...er, book.

And here’s the real beauty of this book. It is based on Whalin’s real life experience in the publishing industry. We should not take lightly the advice offered by someone who knows, rather than someone who has merely researched, stirred, and served up the same old, same old hash.

Carolyn Howard-Johnson an author who has published every which way—from self-publishing to traditional. And in many genres—from poetry to nonfiction including the multi award-winning Frugal Book Promoter. She has taught for nearly a decade at UCLA Extension renowned Writers’ Program and was named Woman of the Year in Arts and Entertainment by members of the California Legislature.  She reviews books on writers' craft and marketing.

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Book for Writers Does Online Tour

7 Easy Steps to Write Your Book
Subtitle: How to Get Your Book Out of Your Head and a Manuscript in Your Hands
By Ann McIndoo 

Synopsis:

7 Easy Steps to Write Your Book' teaches you how to write your book using examples and exercises. Totally interactive, the reader participates in learning how to prepare to write, creates a writer's Identity and their own powerful Writer's Power Tools. The book offers solutions for procrastination and strategies for dealing with "writer's block." The reader learns how to "Schedule Your Success" and get the book out of their head on to the paper.

Reviewed by Brenda Schinke, originally for Amazon

I recommend to all my clients who are wanting to write their book. Ann's makes writing your book fun and simple. If you think writing a book takes years, Ann's book is a must. Her easy process makes writing enjoyable. This is a must for every author to be and for those authors that took years to write their first book."

If you click the link to her book below, please "Like" Ann's book on Amazon. 7 Easy Steps to Write Your Book: How to Get Your Book Out of Your Head and a Manuscript In Your Hands! (Paperback)

 

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Fictional Collection of Inspirational Archaic Quotes Published

 

Title: Vertical Algebra

Author: Mansu Edwards/Crater Rock Alien

Website: www.thedisappearanceofhate.wordpress.com (Currently working on a new one)

Genre: Sci Fi/Personal Development

ISBN: ISBN- 13: 978-0-9828699-4-9 ISBN- 10: 0982869940, ISBN- 13: 978-0-9828699-5-6 ISBN- 10: 0982869959

Amazon: http://amzn.to/QDahPV

Title: Vertical Algebra

Author: Mansu Edwards

Website: www.thedisappearanceofhate.wordpress.com

Genre: Sci Fi/Personal Development

ISBN: ISBN- 13: 978-0-9828699-4-9

ISBN- 10: 0982869940

Vertical Algebra link: http://www.scribd.com/doc/104378714/Vertical-Algebra-Version-2

Soon available for Kindle

 
Synopsis: A fictional collection of inspirational archaic quotes by late Black Englishman, Sir Kedcuv Rhineclavu IV from England. His words champion a positive mindset in overcoming mediocre thoughts and negative people. Rhineclavu's words are translated into Modern English and Extraterrestrial language by Mansu Edwards and The Crater Rock Alien from Mars.

 

BIOGRAPHY

Mansu Edwards is an Inspirationalist from Brooklyn, NY. He's self published two paperbook books, “The Disappearance Of Hate” and “Mental Diet”. “The Disappearance Of Hate” took readers on a poetic journey of negativity to a positive state of mind and action. “Mental Diet” was an inspirational cookbook of fictional recipes which encouraged and motivated people to achieve a higher standard of living. In August 2012, he released a Sci-Fi/Personal Development ebook entitled “Vertical Algebra”. It consists of inspirational success quotes from a Black Englishmen named Sir Kedcuv Rhineclavu IV, translated in Modern English by Mansu Edwards and into Extraterrestrial language by South East Crater Rock Alien from Mars. It's an innovative approach to conquering people's fears and insecurities. However, Mansu Edwards has entertained audiences with his literary talents at various venues in New York City such as the Harlem L Lounge, Alphabet Lounge, Nuyorican Poets Cafe’s “Night Of The Living Poet”, "Five Spot Soul Food Restaurant & Café “Sneak Preview Mini Promo Concert” and Sweet Grapes Winebar.

 

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HEADACHE: The Hair-Raising Sequel to BELLYACHE

By Crystal Marco
http://www.CrystalMarcos.com
Genre: Children’s Book
ISBN: 978-0984389919
http://readersfavorite.com/review/6690

 

Book Review

Reviewed by Joy H. for Readers Favorite!

“HEADACHE” by Crystal Marcos continues the whimsical adventures of Peter and Lina and the Candonite people that she introduced in her first book “Bellyache”. Peter and Lina were hoping to never see the villain again, but unfortunately he shows up, and this time in their own hometown. Goaltan’s main goal was to destroy all of the candy stores around, including the one owned by Peter’s papa. And Goaltan is willing to go to the extremes to get what he wants! But Peter and Lina are not alone either. They are both surprised to see their new Candonite friends from Maple Town show up to help in the fight to save the town’s sweet shops from Goaltan and his horrible Peblars.

Candonite people? Never heard of them? Me either, until I read this book. Candonite people are those little people made out of candy, but then are they real people too? Crystal Marcos creates a wonderful cast of unique, exceptional characters that tell the story of “Headache” so very well. I didn’t read the first book, but this one kept me hopping! With all of the twists and turns, I had to keep reading to see what would happen next with these fun kids. I love the idea of “Candy Kids!” It makes for such a sweet story! I highly recommend this wonderfully well-written book. It is a tale that will keep you smiling well after you finish its pages. And a wonderful read for your child around eight and over, because I think it is a bit too long for younger age children to read. I think you will be very happy you purchased this exciting children’s book.

Author Biography

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Crystal Marcos has been a storyteller her entire life. Being the oldest of five children, she had a lot of entertaining to do. She is a member of SCBWI. Crystal lives on the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State with her husband and their daughter, Kaylee. BELLYACHE: A Delicious Tale is her first book in her children's book series.

BELLYACHE was nominated for the 2010 CYBILS Awards and a winner of 2011 READERS FAVORITE Silver Award.

Visit her at www.CrystalMarcos.com

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Jersey Girl Reviews Goose Pimple Junction

Title: Murder & Mayhem In Goose Pimple Junction

Author: Amy Metz

Author's Web site link: http://amymetz.com/
Genre: Southern Mystery (cozy)
ISBN-13: 978-0985138875
Publisher: Iconic Publishing

Available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0985138874

 

Reviewed by Kathleen Anderson Originally for Jersey Girl Book Reviews

When Tess Tremaine, recently divorced and looking to start over in a new town, settles into Goose Pimple Junction, she has no idea what she's in for! Meeting the townsfolk, learning "southern speak" and "goosepimpleisms," working in a bookstore, and an attraction to local celebrity Jackson Wright is enough to keep her busy ... or is it?

A 1935 bank robbery leads to the 1937 unsolved murder of witness John Hobbs. Seventy-five years later, Tess is living in John's old house, and while renovating the house, she finds an old key and decides to look into the unsolved murder mystery case. But someone doesn't want the past to be stirred up ... with Tess and Jack investigating ... murder, mayhem and a little bit of southern romance is sure to follow!

Murder & Mayhem in Goose Pimple Junction is an entertaining whodunit story with a southern twist! The author weaves an intriguing southern cozy murder mystery tale told in the third person narrative that immediately draws the reader in with its quirky humor and fast-paced action that has enough twists and turns that will leave your head spinning! Rich in detail and vivid descriptions, the story takes place in Goose Pimple Junction, Tennessee, a picturesque southern town with a lot of heart and charm. The description of the town and surrounding area was wonderful, there's nothing better than down home country charm and living. I loved how the author weaved the two time periods, the 1930s murder mystery and the present day, into a suspenseful and riveting story. This laugh-out-loud mystery story will keep you in stitches as you turn the pages following along with the townsfolks' southern charm, quirky "goosepimpleisms," and the drama and mayhem that follows Tess and Jack on their quest to solve the old murder case.

The author has created a cast of characters that are quirky and lovable, their southern charm, crazy antics and hysterical dialogue will keep you in stitches. The reader is transported to lovely southern town of Goose Pimple Junction, Tennessee, where the friendly townsfolk welcome you with open arms and sweet tea! I really enjoyed all of the characters, but my favorites were Tess, Jack, Lou and Pickle. I loved how the author balanced the murder mystery with romance, while the drama and suspense kept me guessing, it was Tess and Jack's lighthearted romance that kept me smiling.

Murder & Mayhem in Goose Pimple Junction is a riveting southern cozy murder mystery that will engage you to join in the investigation of the decades old murder mystery, while providing you with a dose of good ol' southern charm and humor. So pull up a rocking chair and set down for a spell with some sweet tea while the townsfolk of Goose Pimple Junction tell y'all their story!

 

 

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