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Meet the Vengeful Spirits Characters!

8/13/2020

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Vengeful Spirits, Book 3 in the Spirit Voices Series, is now available for purchase!
Let's meet the characters

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Let's have a little mood music.
Tony Redhouse Traditonal Navajo Chant
Isn't he wonderful?

Vengeful Spirits takes place on a previously abandoned ranch in Northeastern Arizona.

"The Arizona branch of the Aces and Eights is right around one hundred thousand acres. To the north, there’s a small strip of state land between my property and the Navajo reservation. To the south are the White Mountains and the Apache reservation. The eastern boundary is the Arizona State Route 191." ~ John "Mac" MacAllister, Ranch owner

Nathan Gordon - Security Expert hired to investigate missing cowboys and mutilated livestock on the Northeastern Arizona branch of the Aces and Eights Ranch.

Bright Flower - The woman who has plagued Nathan's dreams since they met. She is a gifted Navajo Singer and Spirit Keeper's granddaughter.

Spirit Keeper - Revered Navajo Singer and Bright Flower's grandfather. He's been keeping a dangerous secret from Bright Flower.

John "Mac" MacAllister - Montana ranch owner who purchased a large Arizona ranch to expand his holdings. You'll be seeing more of Mac in Covetous Spirits, Book 4 in the Spirit Voices Series.

And last but certainly not least - the dangerous and terrifying enemy who have claimed the land for their own.

Take a look inside...

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Cover Reveal - Vengeful Spirits by Sandy Wolters

7/1/2020

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Vengeful Spirits Cover Reveal
Release Date is August 12, 2020

Nathan Gordon has been hired by a ranch owner to find his missing cowboys, and to also investigate several mysterious animal mutilations. The job brings him closer to the beautiful Navajo Medicine woman, he fell in love with at first sight. Yet, he can't quite bring himself to believe in some of their rituals. Not to mention terrifying spirits.

Bright Flower has known since she was a child, Nathan is the man she is destined to marry. However convincing her grandfather is harder than she thought it would be. Just when she and Nathan have his blessing, malevolent Skinwalkers target their loved ones, and threaten to take away all she and Nathan hold dear.

The battle they wage could end in a living hell, sending Nathan and Bright Flower to a fate worse than death.

Prologue

Sometimes the ground beneath our feet bears witness to grievous heartache. Tears of the shamed and shunned saturate the land destroying any hope for healing. Malevolence strikes out with every gust of wind. Danger lurks and thrives in every shadow. If you want to live, fleeing is the only option.

A sinister, closely held secret seizes a vast expanse of Northeastern Arizona bordering the Navajo Nation. There is a block of land so cursed, no living soul, human or animal, can survive. Fearful of retribution, the Navajo people—a deeply spiritual community—will not speak of such things.

For years, ranchers have tried to tame the land and failed. Crops will not grow. Livestock mysteriously die shocking and torturous deaths. Over time, the horrific accounts of man and animal alike—being stalked by something terrifying under the cover of darkness have been spread throughout the masses—usually as campfire fodder. To the detriment of anyone venturing onto the property, the superstitious nature of the tales were discounted by the general public as nothing more than vivid imaginings. But the Navajo people know differently and avoid the area at all costs.

To this day tortured screams of the damned fill the night air and mysterious creatures threaten any man drawn to this territory. Vengeance will not be denied.

I'll be hosting a new release party through Totally Talented Promotions from August 6th through August 12th. We're going to have lots of fun and giveaways with all kinds of cool swag, gift cards, and prizes! I'll post the links on my Facebook page when the time comes. I look forward to seeing everyone there.

Available for Pre-order on Amazon

Location - A reclaimed abandoned ranch in the Northeastern region of Arizona

"The Arizona branch of the Aces and Eights is right around one hundred thousand acres. To the north, there’s a small strip of state land between my property and the Navajo reservation. To the south are the White Mountains and the Apache reservation. The eastern boundary is the Arizona State Route 191." ~ John "Mac" MacAllister, Ranch owner

Character Introduction

Nathan Gordon - Security Expert hired to investigate missing cowboys and mutilated livestock on the Northeastern Arizona branch of the Aces and Eights Ranch.

Bright Flower - The woman who has plagued Nathan's dreams since they met. She is a Navajo Singer and Spirit Keeper's granddaughter.

Spirit Keeper - Revered Navajo Singer

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Troubled Spirits Audio Book Giveaway!

7/13/2018

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Welcome to Sandy's Spotlight!
I'm giving away several Audible.Com codes for
a FREE copy of Troubled Spirits audio book!

Hi everyone!

To kick off my new release, Ruthless Spirits - Book 2 in the Spirit Voices Series, I'm giving away multiple codes for Audible.Com to get a FREE download of Book 1 in the series, Troubled Spirits!

All you have to do is comment! No signing up for anything. I'll pick the winners in a week or so using Random.org.

Click on audio cover to be directed to Audible.com

Here's what people are saying about the audio version of Troubled Spirits:

"If you’re looking for a book that combines the spooky with sexy, Look no further. The author creates an intriguing world with the heroine who speaks with the dead." - Sharon Buchbinder

"Looking for some strong characters- look no further. The author weaves their adventures wonderfully." - Bobbe Cummins

"This was an enjoyable listen! I liked both the story and the narration. I would listen to it again." - Bookerina Lovington

On To New Business

Let me introduce you to the characters of Ruthless Spirits

Meet Terry Anderson. He's a brilliant up and coming new artist with a quirky sense of style and hilarious sense of humor. When Terry is in the room, he's that guy that everyone gravitates toward.

Meet Rainy Stratton, High Priestess of Circle of the Pines Wiccan Coven. She is a talented psychic who uses her abilities to help others. Her gifts have alerted her to a powerful upcoming life altering event. But the fickle powers that be have neglected to fill her in on what the nature of change will be. She can only hope for a positive outcome.

When they meet - it's magic...

Let me whet your appetite. Click on the "Preview" button.

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Terry Anderson’s lifelong dream has come to fruition. Finally his success as an artist affords him the opportunity to purchase the home that has beckoned to him since childhood. What he doesn’t know is, if he moves in, a sinister evil will be unleashed, threatening everything and everyone Terry cares about.

As High Priestess of her Wiccan Coven, Rainy Stratton’s sixth sense has never failed to shed insight on anyone who crosses her path. That is…until she encounters Terry. Intrigued by his eccentric style and humor, she finds herself drawn to him, and despite her misgivings, she eagerly entrusts her heart to the man she can’t read.

When the wicked come out to play, Rainy and Terry face a battle of good versus evil, but she can’t see how it will end. However, the price of losing is unacceptable. For if they do, the devil will claim their souls.

All books in the Spirit Voices Series are full-length, stand-alone novels.
Troubled Spirits – Book One
Ruthless Spirits – Book Two

Don't forget to leave a comment to be entered to win an Audible.com code for a free audio copy of Troubled Spirits!

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New Release! Ruthless Spirits - Spirit Voices Series Book 2 - By Sandy Wolters

7/9/2018

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Sandy's Spotlight
New Release!
Ruthless Spirits - Spirit Voices Series Book 2
By Sandy Wolters

Blurb:
Terry Anderson’s lifelong dream has come to fruition. Finally his success as an artist affords him the opportunity to purchase the home that has beckoned to him since childhood. What he doesn’t know is, if he moves in, a sinister evil will be unleashed, threatening everything and everyone Terry cares about.

As High Priestess of her Wiccan Coven, Rainy Stratton’s sixth sense has never failed to shed insight on anyone who crosses her path. That is…until she encounters Terry. Intrigued by his eccentric style and humor, she finds herself drawn to him, and despite her misgivings, she eagerly entrusts her heart to the man she can’t read.

When the wicked come out to play, Rainy and Terry face a battle of good versus evil, but she can’t see how it will end. However, the price of losing is unacceptable. For if they do, the devil will claim their souls.

All books in the Spirit Voices Series are full-length, stand-alone novels.
Troubled Spirits – Book One
Ruthless Spirits – Book Two

Look Inside Ruthless Spirits!

The first reviews are in and here's what people are saying about Ruthless Spirits:

"I loved this story every bit as much as I loved book one and look forward to more." - The Paranormal Romance Guild

"I sat down and starting reading this book and before I knew it I was done. I got sucked in from the very first page. The author takes us on a journey through the unknown. There are twists and turns that will keep you reading . This is more of a ghost story then the first book. The evil figure is truly evil and you see them battle it. It does get a little scary at times . I really like this authors writing, it is straightforward and concise and weaves such a fun story to read. This story is fast paced and very entertaining . You will fall in love with the characters all of them." - Patricia Statham

"Chilling! This thriller left me on the edge of my seat. The story was fast paced and entertaining. I enjoyed the characters and their chemistry together not just the main characters but the whole cast as well. I look forward to reading more in this series." - Ashley Martinez

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Join me and I'll take you on a supernatural journey. You'll fall in love, laugh, and cringe with fear. Make sure to keep the lights on...

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The Prayer By Norma Budden

5/22/2018

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Sandy's Spotlight Highlights
The Prayer - The Wish Trilogy Book 1
By Norma Budden

Synopsis:

University student, Sierra, has become bored with life, unable to find passion for anything. All she desires is to get in her car and drive.

Five-year-old Tamara loves her mom with all of her heart, but the unthinkable happens: her mom falls and suffers a head injury, then goes into a coma. A month later, the heartache has become too much to bear so she insists upon a trip to the ER, where she meets Doc Brady and wishes he could be the dad she never had.

Long after Tamara left the ER, she was still on Brady's mind – so much that, at the end of his shift, he makes a trip upstairs to visit her mother, Katarina. The moment he sees her lifeless form in the bed, he gravitates toward her in a way that takes him by surprise, even as a paternal instinct he didn't know he possessed yearns to shelter Tamara from further emotional pain.

A chance meeting later brings Sierra and Brady together. As they get to know each other, an emotional connection develops between them, but is it strong enough to withstand the pull Brady feels toward Katarina?

When all is said and done, will Brady and Tamara be able to hold onto each other, become the father-daughter team they both desire, or will something greater than either of them imagined stand in their way?

See The Trailer Here

Purchase Links:
Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Prayer-Wish-Trilogy-Book-ebook/dp/B06XWD85BV

Paperback link: https://www.amazon.com/Prayer-Norma-Budden/dp/1719125511

Author Links:
Website: www.normasbooks.com

Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/authornormabudden

Twitter link: https://twitter.com/NormaBudden

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Cover Reveal: Ruthless Spirits By Sandy Wolters

5/15/2018

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Sandy's Spotlight
Cover Reveal
Ruthless Spirits
Spirit Voices Series, Book Two
By Sandy Wolters

RELEASE DATE: JULY 9th, 2018

Available for Pre-Order:
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Blurb:
Evil lurks in the shadows biding its time. The chosen one is coming.

Terry Anderson’s lifelong dream has come to fruition. Finally his success as an artist affords him the opportunity to purchase the home that has beckoned to him since childhood. What he doesn't know is, if he moves in, a sinister evil will be unleashed, threatening everything and everyone Terry cares about.

As High Priestess of her Wiccan Coven, Rainy Stratton’s sixth sense has never failed to shed insight on anyone who crosses her path. That is…until she encounters Terry. Intrigued by his eccentric style and humor, she finds herself drawn to him, and despite her misgivings, she eagerly entrusts her heart to the man she can't read.

When the wicked come out to play, Rainy and Terry face a battle of good versus evil, but she can't see how it will end. However, the price of losing is unacceptable. For if they do, the devil will claim their souls.

All books in the Spirit Voices Series are full-length, stand-alone novels.

Excerpt:
Prologue

The past several weeks had been pure hell. Anxiety, a constant companion, currently ruled every aspect of Rainy’s mind, body, and soul. Being a Wiccan High Priestess, she was fully aware that this extreme level of unfounded turmoil signaled that a life-altering change was barreling toward her at breakneck speed. The agonizing weight of the unknown settled squarely on Rainy’s shoulders. As of yet, no amount of meditation or quiet contemplation offered answers to the disposition of the impending transformation. She’d have to be vigilant and keep her wits about her. Good or bad, something significant was about to rock her world.

On a shaky breath she declared, “Mother Goddess, I promise to accept whatever challenges and opportunities you bring my way with grace and dignity. I will keep my eyes open and do my best to act on those experiences so that I may learn and grow as one of your children. I ask that you bless me and provide the strength and courage needed to do your work.

“Blessed be.”

****

The inky black mist slithered through the boxes biding its time. Rage had festered to a fevered pitch over the decades spent in captivity. But something had changed. The atmosphere in the glass building that had served as a cage for far too long pulsated with anticipation. The vibration so dense, tremors shimmered on the air, gently shifting the blackout curtains to and fro. The chosen one had reached adulthood and was coming. Soon the beast would prowl, free to roam and take back everything it desired. This time, there would be no stopping until the entity had full reign over those daring to occupy what belonged to him.

“S-o-o-o-n,” the phantom hissed as it slid back into the depths of the mirror. “S-o-o-o-n.”

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New Release: Down To No Good by Earl Javorsky

10/31/2017

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Sandy's Spotlight
New Release!
Down To No Good
by
Earl Javorsky

PI Charlie Miner, freshly revived from his own murder, gets a call from LA Homicide Detective Dave Putnam. Self-styled “psychic to the stars” Tamara Gale has given crucial information about three murders, and the brass thinks it makes the Department look bad. Dave wants Charlie to help figure out the angle, since he has first-hand experience with the inexplicable. Trouble is, Charlie, just weeks after his full-death experience, once again has severe cognitive problems and may get them both killed.

“Earl Javorsky’s bold and unusual Down Solo blends the mysterious and the supernatural boldly and successfully. The novel is strong and haunting, a wonderful debut.” T. Jefferson Parker, New York Times bestselling author of Full Measure and The Famous and the Dead

Visit Earl Javorsky's website HERE.

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Sweet Christmas Kisses 4 Blog Tour

9/28/2017

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Sweet Christmas Kisses 4 Blog Tour

Usher in the holiday season with 14 heartwarming all-new, stand-alone stories from New York Times, USA Today, national bestselling, and award-winning authors. Sweet Christmas Kisses 4 takes you from the Pocono Mountains to sunny Florida, and as far away as Portugal. Curl up with your favorite hot beverage and enjoy this sweet romance boxed set that’s sure to put you in the mood for Christmas.

Mona Risk, In Time for Christmas Dr. Sylvia Reynolds promised to be at her parents’, in time for Christmas dinner, but her priorities change after she meets a motherless baby and her gorgeous uncle.

Beate Boeker, Unique Christmas Chiara hopes to spend a solitary Christmas all by herself. But when a man jumps through her office window to save her from an accident, things spin away—beyond her wildest dreams.

Christine Bush, Christmas with the Cat Lady Carly is happy living alone in her mountain house with her cats. Can the handsome author who rents a room over the Christmas holidays change her mind?

Lyn Cote, Loving Winter

At her cousin’s wedding, Winter Woodard, owner of her family’s garden center, isn’t expecting to meet her match in local football coach, Clay Dixon, (she isn’t IN to sports!) but he stands by her through a holiday season fraught with unexpected setbacks.

Denise Devine, Once Upon a Christmas Small town girl returns home to find love and success, but can she outlast the mistakes of her past?

Raine English, Christmas in Walnut Creek Will a Christmas blizzard reunite a couple and give them a second chance at love?

Jean C. Gordon, A Team Macachek Christmas Sparks fly from a Christmastime reunion of motocross racer Jesse Brewster and his ex-girlfriend Lauren Cooper. But is it the wrong time for their love?

Shanna Hatfield, Saving Mistletoe A stubborn cop, a hotshot attorney, and a little girl determined to spend Christmas with her father need a miracle to make this holiday season jolly and bright.

Milou Koenings, The Gift of Yesterday When Bailey returns to Green Pines to open a pastry shop, Joe Hudson sees all his Christmas wishes coming true—if only he can convince her to risk her heart again.

Josie Riviera, A Portuguese Christmas The holidays—like love—can sneak up on you. And sweep you away like a riptide.

Roxanne Rustand, A Christmas in Montana Kristen Weatherby goes to Montana to get her late grandmother's house ready to sell, but finds much more than she bargained for: a house she can't let go, a charming mountain town, and a handsome veterinarian who just might steal her heart.

Magdalena Scott, A Cowboy for Christmas Hannah Kincaid is in love with Jacob Hollingsworth, and will overcome her fear of horses and his bossy brother Michael to get a Christmas happily-ever-after with the cowboy of her dreams.

Kristin Wallace, Loving You at Christmas Annaliese Matheson is convinced she’ll never love again. This Christmas will become the opening act for her holiday happily ever after.

Merrillee Whren, Puppy Love and Mistletoe Can a little girl and a fluffy black dog bring a reluctant couple together in a Christmas miracle?

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And don’t forget to connect with the Authors at Sweet Romance Reads: Website/Blog: http://SweetRomanceReads.com Facebook: http://facebook.com/SweetRomanceReads Twitter: http://twitter.com/SweetRomanceRds Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/donnafaz/sweet-romance-reads/ Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/123223-sweet-romance-reads

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Author Bios:

Mona Risk New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Mona Risk, received an Outstanding Achiever Award from Affaire de Coeur Magazine. She's a two time winner of Best Contemporary Romance of the Year from Readers Favorite; a winner of Best Romance Novel of the Year from Preditors & Editors Readers Poll; and an EPIC Award finalist. Her books have garnered: Top Pick, Outstanding Read, Sweetheart of the Week, and Best Book of the Week from various reviewers, and received two mentions in Publisher's Weekly. Mona lives in South Florida and has traveled to more than eighty countries on business or vacation. She writes contemporary romances, medical romance, romantic suspense, and paranormal fantasy. Sprinkled with a good dose of humor, her stories are set in the fascinating places she visited or more simply at home. Beate Boeker Beate Boeker is a USA Today bestselling author with a passion for books that brim over with mischief & humor. She writes sweet sophisticated romantic fiction and cozy mysteries, many of them set in beautiful Italy. While 'Boeker' means 'books' in a German dialect, her first name Beate can be translated as ‘Happy’ . . . and with a name that reads ‘Happy Books’, what else could she do but write novels with happy endings? Christine Bush Christine Bush has been a storyteller all of her life. Always a lover of romance, mystery, and happy endings, it is no surprise that her novels have a lively mix of all three ingredients! Christine is a women's advocate, and believes with all her heart that women can face the problems in their lives with courage, creativity (and often humor) and make a difference in the world. Lyn Cote USA Today bestselling author, Lyn Cote has written over 45 books. A Romance Writers of America RITA finalist and an American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award winner, Lyn writes contemporary romance, romantic suspense and historical novels. No matter which kind of story, her brand “Strong Women, Brave Stories” comes through. Her most recent achievement is being added to Romance Writers of America’s Honor Roll for bestselling authors. Denise Devine Denise Devine is a USA TODAY bestselling author who has had a passion for books since the second grade when she discovered Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder. She wrote her first book, a mystery, at age thirteen and has been writing ever since. Raine English USA Today bestselling author Raine English always wanted to be a writer. She began her career as a journalist, but writing romance novels was her passion. Her books have won many awards, including finalling in the Romance Writers of America Golden Heart and winning the Daphne du Maurier Award. When not behind her computer, you can usually find her reading. She lives in New England with her family and two French bulldogs, Bailey and Dolly. Jean C. Gordon For sweet romance author Jean C. Gordon, writing is a natural extension of her love of reading. From that day in first grade when she realized t-h-e was the word “the,” she’s been reading everything she can put her hands on. A professional financial planner and financial writer, Jean is as at home writing retirement- and investment-planning advice as she is writing romance novels, but finds novels a lot more fun. Shanna Hatfield After spending her formative years on a farm in Eastern Oregon, hopeless romantic Shanna Hatfield turns her rural experiences into sweet historical and contemporary romances filled with sarcasm, humor, and hunky heroes. When this USA Today bestselling author isn’t writing or covertly hiding decadent chocolate from the other occupants of her home, Shanna hangs out with her beloved husband, Captain Cavedweller. Milou Koenings Milou Koenings is an award-winning USA Today bestselling author who writes romance because, like chocolate, stories with happy endings bring joy to the world and so make it a better place. The Gift of Yesterday is the fifth book in the Green Pines Romance series. Josie Riviera Josie Riviera is a USA TODAY Bestselling Author of contemporary, inspirational, and historical sweet romances that read like Hallmark movies. She lives in the Charlotte, NC, area with her wonderfully supportive husband. They share their home with an adorable Shih Tzu who constantly needs grooming and an old house forever needing renovations. Roxanne Rustand USA Today best-selling author Roxanne Rustand has written over thirty-five novels. She writes inspirational romantic suspense and inspirational romance For Love Inspired, and also writes sweet romance for the indie market. She lives in the country with her family, plus a menagerie of pets that sometimes find their way into her books. Magdalena Scott USA Today bestselling author Magdalena Scott writes sweet romance and women's fiction with small town settings. Kristin Wallace Kristin is a USA Today Bestselling author of inspirational and sweet contemporary romance filled with “love, laughter and a leap of faith”. Growing up she devoured books like bags of Dove Dark Chocolate. Her first Golden Book led to Laura Ingalls Wilder, Nancy Drew, C.S. Lewis and the Sweet Valley High series. Later, she discovered romance novels and fell in love all over again. It’s no surprise that Kristin would one day try her hand at writing them. She is the author of two bestselling series, Covington Falls Chronicles (inspirational romance) and Shellwater Key Tales (contemporary romance). Merrillee Whren Merrillee Whren is an award-winning, USA Today bestselling author who writes inspirational romance. She is the winner of the 2003 Golden Heart Award for best inspirational romance manuscript presented by Romance Writers of America. She has also been the recipient of the RT Reviewers’ Choice Award and the Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award. She is married to her own personal hero, her husband of forty- plus years, and has two grown daughters. She has lived in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Chicago and Florida but now makes her home in the Arizona desert. She spends her free time playing tennis or walking while she does the plotting for her novels.

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New Release - Down To No Good by Earl Javorsky

9/22/2017

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Sandy's Spotlight
New Release
Down To No Good
Charlie Miner Book 2
by Earl Javorsky

Blurb:
An edgy and intense thriller with a touch of the paranormal.

Private investigator Charlie Miner, freshly revived from his own murder, gets a call from Homicide Detective Dave Putnam. Self-styled “psychic to the stars” Tamara Gale has given crucial information about three murders, and the brass thinks it makes the Department look bad. Dave wants Charlie to help figure out the angle, since he has first-hand experience with the inexplicable. Trouble is, Charlie, just weeks after his full-death experience, once again has severe cognitive problems and may get them both killed.

At once a riveting mystery and a completely unique character study, DOWN TO NO GOOD will both captivate you and work its way into your heart.

About the author:

Earl Javorsky was born in Berlin and immigrated to the US when he was two. He grew up in Los Angeles and attended the local community college and UCLA. He then went to Emerson College, a teacher training school in England. Besides having written two published novels, he has created strategically optimized content (blogs, feature articles, and web pages) for treatment centers throughout the country, taught music at Pepperdine University (Malibu campus), worked in technical sales and marketing, and been employed as a writer for several Hollywood entertainment periodicals. Additionally, he has worked as an editor and/or proofreader for several publishers, including The Story Plant,BelleBooks, and The Learning Company, as well as (on the technical side) The Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America.

Visit Earl Javorsky's website here

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Book Spotlight and Giveaway - Re-Release - Vice by Rosanna Leo

9/21/2017

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Book Spotlight and Giveaway!
Re-Release
Vice - Book One in the Vegas Sins Series
by Rosanna Leo

Title: Vice
Series: Vegas Sins #1
Author: Rosanna Leo
Genre: Hot Contemporary Romance
Release: September 19, 2017
Publisher: Crave Publishing
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36196570-vice

Blurb:
Casinos, gambling, money, and women, these are all the things Las Vegas has to offer. For a handsome business entrepreneur it’s paradise.

Wearing success like a well-tailored suit, Liam Doyle knows exactly how to lure customers into his grand casino hotels. Every night it’s business as usual while he runs his multi-million dollar empire…until a pesky protester catches his attention.

Staging a one-woman protest, Kate Callender has the potential to be a huge pain in his ass. If he doesn’t take care of her soon, there will be bad publicity slapped all over Vice, the newest addition to his chain of casinos.

But there’s just one tiny little problem Liam didn’t count on—the feisty red-head isn’t about to go down easily. She’s fighting him every step of the way…and he’s starting to like it.

Excerpt:
“You,” she said on a breath.
    “Me.” His enticing blue eyes traveled up and down the length of her, one eyebrow raised in frank admiration. “You obviously didn’t do your homework.”
    Outrage surged through her system. “Why didn’t you tell me who you were yesterday? Why did you let me embarrass myself like that?”
    The smirk disappeared, to be replaced by a mild expression of boredom. “There’s no need to be embarrassed. I always try to size up the competition.”
    Doyle walked toward her, his large hand extended. The light in his eyes now hinted not so much at merriment as it did danger. She caught a whiff of her favorite men’s cologne by Michael Kors. She’d bought it for an old boyfriend once, but it smelled way better on Liam, as if it were an extension of his persona.
    His entire ensemble, designer suit, pressed pants, and navy blue paisley tie, reeked of power and privilege that drew her like a moth to a flame. Damn, she’d always been a sucker for a man in a good suit. Get a hold of yourself, Kate. He’s hot, but so is the Devil.
    He kept his hand out. “Please allow me to introduce myself properly. I’m Liam Doyle.” His gaze drifted toward her neckline and back up again. “I think you’ve heard of me.”
    Wishing she didn’t have to, she took his hand. Electricity shot through her and that damned perspiration appeared on her upper lip again. His grip was that of a man who took what he wanted, when he wanted.
    She held her head high. “Kate Callender.”
    He held her hand for a moment, his gaze locked on hers. He then gestured toward the counter, where a teak tray was laden with biscuits and what smelled like expensive coffee. No Folgers crystals for this guy. “Coffee?”
    “No, thank you.”
    “Tea?”
    “No.”
    “So we’re done with the niceties, then?”
    “I didn’t come here for niceties.”
    “Then you’ve come to the right place.” Liam sat on one of the couches, motioning for her to do the same. She continued to stand. Something in his wolf-like gaze hardened even further. “Ms. Callender, why are you picketing my casino?”
    His direct question set her even more on edge. She cleared her throat. “I have a right to protest what I see as wrong.”
    His grim smile might have made a grown man sweat, but she didn’t look away. “Let me put this another way. Las Vegas is home to numerous casinos. Why mine?”
    “If I’m trying to make a point, it only stands to reason I’d pick the most popular casino. I suppose I should congratulate you. Only open for two days, and Vice is already a hit. You must be so proud.”
    “Yes. Despite having my grand opening spoiled.”
    “Oh.” She inclined her head in mock sympathy. “I’m so not sorry.”
    He peered at her, narrowing his eyes. “Are you a Bible-thumper?”
    “No.”
    “Campaigning politician?
    Despite her unease, she laughed. “Do I look like Hilary Clinton?”
    He looked her up and down, as if her vocation were scrawled somewhere on her and he simply needed to find it. “Aspiring actress? This is probably a publicity stunt to get you viral on YouTube? Trying to get an audition here as a showgirl? Sorry, I don’t use them. The whole concept is dated and demeaning to my female clientele.”
    Okay, he got some points for that statement. “I’m not a dancer. I’m a singer.”
    It was his turn to laugh. Despite the bitter tone, his deep timber called to her. “Same difference.” He stood. “I’m not auditioning you, Ms. Callender, as fun as it would be to get you on the casting couch.” And there he lost those points again. “Have a nice day.”
    “Wait! I’m not trying to get an audition. You need to listen to me.” In a nervous reaction, she fingered the pearl choker at her neck, the one thing she had left of her mother. The one thing her father hadn’t pawned.
    Doyle turned back to her, one brow raised. “No, I don’t.” He eyed how she gripped her choker. “So you can take your fake pearl necklace and your sneakers and your attitude and go home.”
    Her attitude? “No. You let me up here. I’m not leaving until you hear me out.” She let go of the choker and let her hands fall to her sides. “And my pearls aren’t fake.”
    “Why are you here, Ms. Callender? Did you lose money at one of my casinos on your last night out with the girls?”
    She didn’t want to dignify that with a response, but a smug statement like that couldn’t go unchallenged. “I’m not a gambler.”
    He leaned against the armrest of the cushy couch and surveyed her through hooded eyes. “Ah, and now we come to the crux of the matter. So, you’re a do-gooder. Let me guess. Gam-Anon?”
    “New Horizons.”
    “Never heard of them.”
    “That doesn’t mean we don’t exist. And unfortunately, there are lots of us. Far too many. What does that tell you, Mr. Doyle?”
    Liam’s lips twitched into a smile that appeared slightly more friendly than his poker face, as if he enjoyed their banter. He loosened his tie, but his focused gaze continued to grate on her nerves. She stared at the strip of indigo silk at his throat, and was struck by a bizarre and unbidden image.
Her, on his bed. Her hands bound with his expensive tie.
    The strange pounding in her head must have been her racing heart. Where did that come from? Focus, Kate, focus.
    “I’m not just here because it’s something I believe in. I’m here because my group gets bigger every goddamn week,” she said, concentrating on the task at hand, rather than Liam Doyle’s bed. Lisa’s sad face appeared in her mind, as well as those of her children, the ones who’d spent the last two nights crying for their daddy. Kate blinked away the tears which threatened and aimed her burning gaze at Doyle. “I don’t respect your work, Mr. Doyle. And I don’t respect you.”
    From the furrow of his brow, Kate thought she’d struck a nerve. His tanned skin seemed paler. After a moment, he said, “So you’re trying to take down my casino with a one-woman picket line? No offense, but I’ve seen better protests at a garage sale.”
    “I’m trying to create awareness.” Kate stood, having already had enough of their uncomfortable conversation. “I’m not a fool. My intention is not to shut down Las Vegas, or your casino. That’ll never happen. But if I can make a small dent in the wallet of the Strip’s wealthiest hustler during his opening week, then maybe people will take notice. Have you never thought about the addictions riding your customers? Have you ever spent time chatting with the compulsive gamblers downstairs? Because I bet you’d hear a lot of stories. And believe me, the worst ones are the ones they don’t tell.” She paused for breath. “My friend’s husband is probably down there right now, feeding your slot machines instead of his kids.”
    “Hold on. Don’t pin that on me.”
    “Oh? Who do I pin it on?”
    “Look, if you want a donation, I already make plenty. Believe me, I make regular donations to people like Gam-Anon. You know, legitimate charities.”
    “I’m not here for money, but clearly you are.” The words spilled out of her, kick-started by adrenaline. “You’re a wealthy man. Did you have to open casinos? Were they such a passion for you? Couldn’t you have opened, I don’t know, a supermarket chain instead? Or was that not sexy enough for the great Liam Doyle?”
    His lips compressed. Had her comment hit home? Good.
    “You have no right…”
    “I have every right.” Her face was burning now. “If I can save even a few lost souls from places like this, then I’ll sleep a whole lot easier.”
    She had to get out before she started crying. She wanted to leave with her head held high. Leave him thinking. She turned and headed for the elevator, but he grabbed her hand before she could get away.
    “Wait.”
    Kate yanked her hand out of his grip. “How do you even sleep, Mr. Doyle?”
    His eyes bored into her. “Like a rock. But that crown of thorns must keep you up at night.”
    She tried to appear like she was still in control, but that had hurt. “You just keep telling yourself that.”
    Kate marched to the elevator and punched the button. As the door opened, she threw a look back at him.
    “By the way, I will be back. I’ll show you how many lives have been devastated by your casinos.” She walked into the lift, even though she felt like running. She didn’t look back.
    Liam called out to her. “Watch your step, Ms. Callender. I don’t forgive and forget.”
    She channeled her last ounce of bravado before the doors shut. “You really should see someone for that. I hear being an asshole can be terminal.”
    Once the elevator began its descent, Kate leaned against the back of the small space and closed her eyes, winded by her hostile exchange with Doyle. She didn’t open them again until the door opened.

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