28 February 2022

Release:: Getting It Wrong by Michelle Mankin

Title: Getting It Wrong
Duet: Addy's Rollercoaster Duet #1
Author: Michelle Mankin
Genre: Romantic Suspense (Love Triangle, Mafia, Best Friend, Second Chance, Rockstar)
Release Date: February 24, 2022





“One man wants to win her heart. The other wants to rule her. Getting it Wrong by NYT bestselling author Michelle Mankin is a love triangle like you've never seen. It will hit you hard in the feels. The warning in the blurb is legit-real.-I think I need counseling” -Julia Shah, Goodreads reviewer
“Amazing, heart wrenchingly good.” -France Colón, Goodreads reviewer


A deeply emotional standalone romantic suspense duet by New York Times bestselling author Michelle Mankin

ADDY FOOTIT is different from most seventeen-year-olds. She doesn’t have the luxury of dreaming about her future. She must plan for it. Abandoned by her father and living with a drug addicted mother, her number one priority is taking care of her younger sister Rachel. It isn’t easy. Nothing in Southside Seattle is easy. It’s a struggle to survive. Music is Addy’s only escape from her bleak world. When she listens to it, she can pretend she is anywhere and believe anything is possible. Her handsome best friend BARRY EVANS understands her predicament. It’s not much different from his own. He is a great source of comfort and strength for her.

Addy has one indulgence. COLLIN MURPHY. Her number one crush is one of the most popular guys at Southside High. Collin can have any girl he wants, and he sets his sights on Addy when her younger sister joins his rock band. The gorgeous guitarist isn’t the only one who notices how pretty Addy is. Martin Skellin, the rich and

powerful owner of the club where Collin’s band ABCR performs, becomes obsessed with Addy.

One man wants to win her heart.

The other wants to rule her.

And another could be just who she needs, but she can’t cross that line. She can’t risk losing him.

Will the band ABCR become a success? Will Addy and her sister escape Southside? Will her plans secure her future or destroy it?

Getting it Wrong is book one in this standalone romantic suspense duet. You will want book two, Getting it Right, as soon as you finish book one. This book contains 56 angsty chapters. It’s a page-turning story that will make you want to throw your e-reader at times. Do not read if you want a boring book. You will cry. It’s one of the most emotional romances the author has written. You will be in a book hangover and desperate for book two at the end.



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MICHELLE MANKIN is the New York Times bestselling author of the Black Cat Records series of novels.

Fall in love with a rock star.

Love Evolution, Love Revolution, and Love Resolution are a BRUTAL STRENGTH centered trilogy, combining the plot underpinnings of Shakespeare with the drama, excitement, and indisputable sexiness of the rock 'n roll industry.

Things take a bit of an edgier turn with the TEMPEST series. These pierced, tatted, and troubled Seattle rockers are young and on the cusp of making it big, but with serious obstacles to overcome that may prevent them from ever getting there.

Rock stars, myths, and legends collide with paranormal romance in a totally mesmerizing way in the MAGIC series.

Get swept away by temptation in the ROCKSTARS, SURF AND SECOND CHANCES DIRT DOGS ROCKSTAR series.

STORM, a #1 bestseller best friends to lover’s standalone. A spin-off from the Dirt Dogs Rockstar series.

Romance and self-discovery, the FINDING ME series is a Tempest spin off with a more experienced but familiar cast of characters.

The ROCK F*CK CLUB series is a HOT, girl-power fueled reality show with the girls ranking the rock stars.

IN HIS EYES, a standalone spin-off featuring Tyler Vaughn and Dolly Byron from the ROCK F*CK CLUB

ONCE UPON A ROCK STAR series. Your favorite fairytales just got sexy.

NO QUARTER, a spin-off from the Tempest series. A next generation of Southside High seniors who rock hard and love harder.

When Michelle is not prowling the streets of her Texas town listening to her rock or NOLA funk music much too loud, she is putting her daydreams down on paper or traveling the world with her family and friends, sometimes for real, and sometimes just for pretend.

BRUTAL STRENGTH series:
Love Evolution
Love Revolution
Love Resolution
Love Rock’ollection Box Set

TEMPEST series (also- available in audio):

SOUTHSDE HIGH
Irresistible Refrain
Enticing Interlude
Captivating Bridge
Relentless Rhythm
Tempting Tempo
Scandalous Beat
The Complete Tempest Rock Star Series, Books 1-6

The MAGIC series (also available in audio):
Strange Magic
Dream Magic
Twisted Magic

ROCK STARS, SURF AND SECOND CHANCES DIRT DOGS ROCKSTAR series (also available in audio):
Outside
Riptide
Oceanside
High Tide
Island Side
The Complete Rock Stars Surf and Second Chances Dirt Dogs Rockstar Series, Books 1-5

FINDING ME series (also available in audio):
Find Me
Remember Me
Keep Me

ROCK F*CK CLUB Girls Ranking the Rock Stars series (also available in audio):
ROCK F*CK CLUB, Girls Ranking the Rock Stars, Book 1
ROCK F*CK CLUB, Girls Ranking the Rock Stars, Book 2
ROCK F*CK CLUB, Girls Ranking the Rock Stars, Book 3
ROCK F*CK CLUB, Girls Ranking the Rock Stars, Book 4
ROCK F*CK CLUB, Girls Ranking the Rock Stars, Book 5
ROCK F*CK CLUB BOX SET, Books 1-5
ROCK F*CK CLUB, Girls Ranking the Rock Stars, Book 6

In His Eyes, A Spin-off, Standalone from the RFC

STORM, A Standalone Spin-off from the Rock Stars, Surf and Second Chances series

Once Upon A Rock Star:
The Right Man
The Right Wish
The Right Wrong

No Quarter:
Hot Summer School Night
Breaking Her Bad

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27 February 2022

I Like Writing:: Death and Divorce..the Thoughts that come...

So I have many friends in different stages of life. I have younger friends and older friends. My husband's family is very large and many of his 2nd and 3rd cousins have become some really close people and some mentors in my life. They have really helped me grow with my faith along with helping with my children. With the tragedy of the last 2 years, I have friends who have lost siblings, spouses, and parents. Many to that awful virus, and some to just illnesses that they couldn't fight. Death seems to be surrounding me more at this age. The uncertain of life. However with our faith, we know this isn't a goodbye just a see you soon. We know that we won't be away from each other long. We know that death is expected even when it's unexpected as some has been, you have remember that He is waiting at the pearly golden gates for us. 

This past month a friend's husband returned home after battling that virus for months and this past week a friend said goodbye to her husband after battling that virus. You just don't know how your body will fight and how bad the virus will attack. This right here has me thinking. How do you dedicate your life to one being only to be left alone at the end? It's hard. Widow isn't really an attractive term. Then I went from widow to divorce. I have witnessed numerous divorces and almost divorces since I got married. I guess when that happens, you have to know that you won't be there for them when they are battling an illness, or old and it's their time. 

I know during marriage we all have our moments, those moments when you question is this marriage for you. But mostly always the answer is, it's a bump and yes you love this person. I know for myself the question is always, could I live without him? No, but ultimately I know there may be a time when I have to. It scares the crap out of me. 

Whenever I am faced with this reality, it's just a whirlwind of thoughts and fears. Also a lot of prayer for those that have lost. How are they able to get up knowing that the morning routine with their loved one is gone? How do they sit at family events not breaking inside? Support and love. Shower your friends and family with love. Ask how they are doing. Show up with drinks and dinner. Don't give up when they want to. And those that are divorcing or maybe questioning their marriage...be an ear, be a friend, and support them through a very hard decision. 

26 February 2022

Release with Review:: Until Forever by Sade Rena




Title: Until Forever
A Happily Ever Alpha World Novel
Author: Sade Rena
Publisher: Boom Factory Publishing, LLC
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: February 25, 2022


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From USA Today Best-Selling Author, Sade Rena, comes this heartfelt, second chance, surprise baby romance set in the Happily Ever Alpha World.

Latoya Reynard

Forever is a myth.
A made-up notion used to trick lovesick fools.
Now, I know better.
I fell for it once, and it was great until the boy I loved left me alone and heartbroken.
But, he’s back in our small-town, claiming he’s ready to give me the life he’s always promised.
I want to believe him because, despite everything, I still love him.
There’s just one problem…
He has no idea he’s a father.

Jasper Vanek

They say distance matters none when love is on the line.
Something I wish I knew before I walked out on the best thing that ever happened to me.
It was for the better, at least that’s what I told myself.
I was wrong.
And now after all these years, I have a chance to fix things.
From the moment I lay eyes on her, I realize the mistake I made and know that I have to have her again.
She’s mine, and I’ll do whatever it takes.
Imagine my surprise when I return not only for my woman, but also the seven-year-old son I knew nothing about.

Until Forever is part of Aurora Rose Reynolds's Happily Ever Alpha World. If you loved Until Harmony, then you will want to read Until Forever.







PURCHASE LINKS

AMAZON US / UK / CA / AU

Free in Kindle Unlimited

Review:
Jasper & Latoya are relationship gold. I loved these two. They have a tragic past but when Jasper comes back into town things begin looking up. They have a lot to work on but they are passionate, steamy, and its everything you would expect from the Until Series. Can't wait for more. 




AUTHOR BIO

Sade Rena is a USA Today Bestselling Author of Contemporary and Multicultural Romance.

A lover of all things romance, Sade enjoys spinning tales that are angsty, emotional, and sexy. Stories that sometimes blur the lines and test the limits of love. She writes diverse characters who are flawed, and maybe even a little broken, but either way, the men in her books will worm their way into your heart.

If you enjoy darker tales, please be on the lookout for titles under S. Rena!


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ABOUT BOOM FACTORY PUBLISHING


Aurora Rose Reynolds and her husband, Sedaka Reynolds, created Boom Factory Publishing to use their experiences to expand and promote upcoming and existing indie authors. 

With over five years in the industry, and millions of books sold worldwide, we know what it takes to become a successful author and we will use this knowledge to take our authors to the next level. 

“As a successful hybrid author in this ever evolving industry, I know that you’re only as successful as the team that is promoting you!” – Aurora Rose Reynolds


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Cover Reveal:: Hot Shots Mistake by Gina Azzi

 Release Date: May 12

Tangling up with my new physical therapist, Mila Lewis, is a mistake. One I can’t seem to stop making.

 

When I sign with the Tennessee Thunderbolts, I have two goals: prove my injury hasn’t benched my career and get back to New York. 

But then, I meet Mila, the enigmatic therapist tasked with rehabbing my shoulder. 

With her long ponytail, professional demeanor, and girl-next-door look, Mila is nothing like my usual type. 

She’s better—a good girl with sad eyes and a tragic past our small-town loves to dissect.

With the entire town up in her business, our budding connection is far from simple. I’m not staying, and Mila will never leave.

Deep down, I know I should walk away and let her find the happily-ever-after she deserves.

But I can’t. Not without showing her that it could be me.

And that may be the biggest mistake of all. 

Pre-Order Your Copy Here!


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Meet Gina Azzi


I’m Gina Azzi, a book-obsessed, coffee-drinking, globetrotting, mama of soon-to-be three! I write sweet with a dash of spicy New Adult and Contemporary Romance full of good men putting in work to win the hearts of even better women.

A total Jersey girl at heart, I struggle with insatiable wanderlust and currently reside in Ontario, Canada with my family. 

 

When I’m not dreaming up storylines or writing all the words, you can find me hanging with my littles, attempting to bake, or planning my next adventure.

 

Connect with me on social media or at ginaazziauthor@gmail.com. I’d love to hear from you!

 

Happy Reading!

Xo,

Gina


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Release with Review:: DadBod by Kayt Miller

Title: DadBod: A Single Dad Romance
Author: Kayt Miller
Genre: Single Dad Romance/Romantic Comedy
Release Date: February 22, 2022



 


Romeo "Rome" James is a single father in need of a nanny. He's got the perfect person in mind, the thing is, all he's done since he met Elizabeth Duncan is picture her in his home, in his bed. Now he's got the chance for at least one of those things. Will he be able to see her there and not want to more?

Doubtful.
Very doubtful.






Review:
I enjoyed this wonderful story. This is a first from this author and I really didn't know what to expect. I am always interested in adding authors to my 'must read' and I believe Kayt may be there. Rome and Elizabeth kept my attention and I enjoyed this story. It had a lot of heart and kept me on the edge of my seat until the end. It was a cute story. 





I grew up in the midwest with a loving family including three brothers, one sister, and my parents who always fostered my creative side. I earned my bachelor's degree at Iowa State University, then I was off to the Savannah College of Art and Design for graduate school. After that, I returned to Iowa for work which led me, once again, to ISU for my master's degree in education.
I love to read and one day I was searching for a book. A book about a certain type of woman and a specific kind of man and I couldn't find it so, I wrote it. I called it Game Changer and it couldn't have been a more appropriate title. It changed my life in many ways. While my real job is teaching young people, my fun job is conjuring up characters and situations to write about. 
My goal, as a writer, is to write stories that relate to all of us, to make readers laugh and maybe cry sometimes. I hope my readers can escape into a fantasy, one that's actually possible. Sure, some of the stories could be dubbed "Insta-love" stories but that's okay. I fell in love with my husband pretty damn fast and with my daughter the second I saw her. So, it's a thing, I swear.



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