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Book Details
Authors: Jennifer K. Clark and Stephonie K. Williams
Release Date: August 2014
Publisher: Covenant Communications
Genre: Medieval Romance

In Mark of Royalty we learn that Sarah was born first and given the royal birthmark....

But since she was a girl and had a twin brother follow her she was sent away...

For the prophecy said "It shall be the son, the firstborn in the new monarchy, who shall quiet the fears and unite the nation again."

Sarah grew and learned of her true identity...and fell in love with the prince

NOW...as the story continues...

Sarah must prove herself worthy of marrying the prince.

To do so "she must return to her home country of Kyrnidan to face her destiny."

What she wasn't planning on is the upheaval of the people and the opposition of the council against her return.

While some want her to take the throne away from her brother, other plans are being laid to kill her.

When Sarah's bodyguard suggests that she run away with him and leave the life of royalty and her waiting prince...she is definitely tempted...

Two men, a divided nation, and one prophecy

Sarah "must now determine where her love and loyalties truly lie."

Which way would you choose?

AN AMAZING STORY!
LOVE and BATTLES and a "JOURNEY of SELF-DISCOVERY"
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS BOOK!

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About the Authors 
Jennifer K. Clark and Stephonie K. Williamsare sisters by chance but became friends by choice when a year of rooming together at college taught them how to get along. Now “play”-at-home moms, separated and living in different parts of the country, they stay in touch and support each other in their individual projects.

Jennifer K. Clark lives in the small rural town of Wellington Utah, as much as her husband wishes it was Wellington New Zealand. After years of entertaining her three children with infamous made-up stories, she decided to put her imagination to good use and became an author. She likes to add a touch of romance to her novels along with a healthy dose of adventure. Fueled by Lindt Chocolate Truffles and Sour Patch Kids, she now spends a copious amount of time with the characters in her head. In her spare time she likes to create science experiments with the ingredients in her potions cupboard, debate which Doctor is her favorite (currently the 10th…or maybe the 11th), and—when she has time—watches the A&E version of Pride and Prejudice.

Website - Goodreads

Stephonie K. Williams makes her home in a quaint farming town in eastern Iowa with her husband, three cats, and a budding ninja. Two of her favorite things in Iowa are the fireflies (aka lightning bugs) and cows, especially the calves. Despite having lived there for 15 years she still misses the majesty and tranquility of the mountains of Utah where she grew up. She has a vast collection of fortune cookie fortunes because she has yet to determine if it is unlucky to throw them away. She also loves to quill, the art of rolled paper, not to be confused with quilting.

Stephonie is passionate about education and enjoys visiting schools to teach classes on creative writing. She has written poetry, short stories, and dissertations, although Mark of Royalty was the first of her work that she was brave enough to submit for publication.

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(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

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Book Details
Author: Adam Glendon Sidwel
Release Date: May 2014
Publisher: Future House Publishing
Genre: Children's Picture

Book Summary:
A story for anyone who s ever been loved by a dog or given one a home.

At least nine sunsets away, there is a place where dogs can do what they want. But they are not all the same, and when a special one has the courage to fly, he finds something unexpected beyond the tenth horizon.  

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About the Author
In between books, Adam Glendon Sidwell uses the power of computers to make monsters, robots and zombies come to life for blockbuster movies such as Pirates of the Caribbean, King Kong, Pacific Rim, Transformers and Tron. After spending countless hours in front of a keyboard meticulously adjusting tentacles, calibrating hydraulics, and brushing monkey fur, he is delighted at the prospect of modifying his creations with the flick of a few deftly placed adjectives. He really enjoyed writing 81,854 less words in his new picture book FETCH than he wrote in his first EVERTASTER novel, and hopes that you will like the ones he picked. Besides, FETCH has pictures.

Adam has also been rightfully accused of writing the upcoming novel CHUM.

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“If you need & want a book for younger children that does not involve zombies, monsters, or overdone "superhero's", and just want a good old fashioned great story, perfect illustrations, and a captivating experience, then "Fetch" should be ordered quickly.”—Carol Anne Merrill Miller

“Simple, yet engaging, storyline appeals to readers of all ages and the illustrations glue your eyes to pages!” –Doodles

“The art work enchanted, enthralled, and grabbed me in ways paintings can and often do.” –Kindle Customer

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Angels Club 

by Courtney Vail & 

Sandra J. Howell 

Hola, Cuties! I’m Jacinda Gonzalez, almost twelve. Although I think I’m pretty nice, not to mention way cool and one of the most knowledgeable people in all things horse, I just can’t make any friends in my new school. The only things flying my way are totally rude insults.

The horseback riding therapy farm where I volunteer becomes my perfect escape from mean bullies. And when Angel, a scrawny, muddy American Curly, shows up as rescue, no one but me can see her potential and lovableness, so I take her on as a project horse to get her ready for sale.

But, the thing is, I don’t want them to sell her. She’d be so perfect for therapy. So perfect. Now, if only I could prove it. Anyway, Angel’s sugar-candy personality inspires me to be sweet in spite of bad things happening to me.

So, of course, I can’t resist the urge to make the world a whole lot brighter.
Come on in and see how I do it!  

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Author Courtney Vail
In addition to writing quirky, twisty books for teens and adults, Courtney works from home as a graphic designer and book formatter. She's married to a should-be-famous comedian and has three kids who make her house LOUD and messy and do things like turn her veggie garden into Jurassic Park, but she thoroughly loves her life.

She's a member of Authors Selling Books in Western Mass. Courtney is a major sports junky and loves to run, visit amusement parks (and ride all the roller coasters first), skate, cook, and watch standup or anything that cracks her up or makes her heart race or neck tingle. Angels Club is her first novel for kids. It was a blast to write, so maybe her crazy brain and fancy purple pen will find a grand adventure next time.

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Author Sandra J. Howell
Sandy is an avid horse enthusiast and was the first breeder in Massachusetts of the rare American Bashkir Curly horse. Her lifelong passion for Curly horses led her to write two Equine novels, Spirit of a Rare Breed and Saving GiGi. Howell, a college professor, has been a contributing writer, featuring the American Bashkir Curly horse, for Equine journals and magazines.

She has been featured on television, radio talk shows and news media, and has received numerous letters from Native Americans thanking her for promoting and advocating for their favored steed. Howell is a founding member of Authors Selling Books of Western Mass and is a member of the Independent Publishers of New England. Her novels are showcased at the New England Equine Affaire and promoted through many Equine organizations.

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Saints and Soldiers: The Void

SAINTS & SOLDIERS: THE VOID

HOLDS ALL THEATRES AND EXPANDS ON AUGUST 29

THIS MOVIE IS THE BEST!

SO WORTH SEEING!

WOW! AMAZING STORY!

Salt Lake City – Go Films announced today that due to the success of SAINTS & SOLDIERS: THE VOID’s opening weekend, the film will remain in all its opening weekend theatres and open in additional theatres on Friday, August 29. The film is currently playing in all Megaplex theatres throughout Utah and southern Nevada. On August 29, the film will expand to markets all across the country. Some of the new markets include Denver, Los Angeles, Houston, and Dallas.

Written and directed by Ryan Little (SAINTS & SOLDIERS, FOREVER STRONG), the film depicts a U.S. tank crew in the twilight of WWII. On a final mission deep in the Harz Mountains, the crew discovers a platoon of Germans, including three infamous Panzer tanks, preparing to ambush allied supply trucks.

Before the war, Sergeant Jesse Owens (Danor Gerald) was a product of segregation and racial discrimination. Forced by law to ride in the back of the bus and disenfranchised from the political process. As the Germans bear down on the Americans, Owens fights the Axis powers for a freedom he and his fellow African American soldiers have never felt.

With a deadly game of cat and mouse quickly unfolding, Owens and his predominantly white tank crew find themselves out-gunned and out-manned by the German Panzer tanks. Several in Owens’ crew are reluctant to put their faith in a black tank driver despite their dire circumstances. With tension and fear beginning to manifest Owens knows they must put aside their differences to stop the enemy from their deadly plan. Knowing that a victory over the Nazis means a victory for racial justice, Owens and his men find a way to work together to save hundreds of lives in a desperate battle against the greatest odds they have ever faced.

"We are pleased with the opening weekend’s box office success," said Ryan Little. "Beyond the box office success, we are thrilled with the responses we’ve received from people who have seen the film.”

People of all ages are enjoying the film, the meaningful message, and highly recommending it to others. 

“The thing I love about the Saints and Soldiers movies are, no matter what our skin color, what we do, or where we come from there is one thing that makes us American. That is the belief that freedom is worth the fight,” said Tara Starling.

About Go Films: Since its creation in 2002, Go Films has been the driving force behind the award-winning films SAINTS & SOLDIERS, OUTLAW TRAIL and FOREVER STRONG. Co-founders Adam Abel and Ryan Little strive to create engaging entertainment. Based out of Utah, their projects benefit from the diverse scenery and the reputation their productions have established.

The original SAINTS & SOLDIERS won “Best Picture” at more than 14 film festivals around the world, including Grand Prize at the Heartland Film Festival and was nominated for two “Independent Spirit Awards” in 2005.

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Mark of Royalty

Book Details
Authors: Jennifer K. Clark and Stephonie K. Williams
Release Date: Release Date: February 2011
Publisher: Covenant Communications
Genre: Medieval Romance

This story is SO GOOD!

A babe born to fulfill a prophecy is given the royal birthmark...

Only to discover she is a daughter, not the son that she was suppose to be...

And when her twin brother is born right after her...

He is also given the royal birthmark and the daughter is whisked away to save her life.

The girl is raised by a woman who is determined to love her and give her all the advantages she might have had had she remained at the castle.

She gives her the name of Sarah, but her royal heritage is fully kept from all.

As time goes on Sarah has a chance to marry the king's nephew...but her heart is set on another.

"As plots against the crown unfold, someone accidentally discovers Sarah's secret mark of royalty—setting the stage for discoveries that will shake the kingdom to its core."

Sarah has a chance to run...

Will she take it~

OR will she be given the chance to fulfill the prophecy as she was born to do?

What would YOU do?

A FUN read!

 

About the Authors

Jennifer K. Clark and Stephonie K. Williamsare sisters by chance but became friends by choice when a year of rooming together at college taught them how to get along. Now “play”-at-home moms, separated and living in different parts of the country, they stay in touch and support each other in their individual projects.

Jennifer K. Clark lives in the small rural town of Wellington Utah, as much as her husband wishes it was Wellington New Zealand. After years of entertaining her three children with infamous made-up stories, she decided to put her imagination to good use and became an author. She likes to add a touch of romance to her novels along with a healthy dose of adventure. Fueled by Lindt Chocolate Truffles and Sour Patch Kids, she now spends a copious amount of time with the characters in her head. In her spare time she likes to create science experiments with the ingredients in her potions cupboard, debate which Doctor is her favorite (currently the 10th…or maybe the 11th), and—when she has time—watches the A&E version of Pride and Prejudice.

Website - Goodreads

Stephonie K. Williams makes her home in a quaint farming town in eastern Iowa with her husband, three cats, and a budding ninja. Two of her favorite things in Iowa are the fireflies (aka lightning bugs) and cows, especially the calves. Despite having lived there for 15 years she still misses the majesty and tranquility of the mountains of Utah where she grew up. She has a vast collection of fortune cookie fortunes because she has yet to determine if it is unlucky to throw them away. She also loves to quill, the art of rolled paper, not to be confused with quilting.

Stephonie is passionate about education and enjoys visiting schools to teach classes on creative writing. She has written poetry, short stories, and dissertations, although Mark of Royalty was the first of her work that she was brave enough to submit for publication.

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(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

Where Angels Tread

Book Details
Author: Loretta Livingstone
Release Date: April 2014
Genre: Fiction

I will admit that I have led a very sheltered life...and don't understand a lot of what people go through.

The other day my husband and I were driving past a park in a large city and I saw quite a few people who looked like they were homeless. 

It made me really ponder what happened to them that would lead them to live like that.

As I was pondering I remembered seeing A LOT of PRAISING REVIEWS on this book.

So when I got home I picked it up and read it.

WOW! Such a GREAT story!

Jeannie is a shy girl who's father left them and her mother, Rita, has to work many hours to provide for them. One day her mother brings home yet again another man by the name of Matt...

Matt is suave and slick and dangerous. He seems to really care for Jeannie at first...and then he seems to care a little too much.

Rita starts to feel betrayed and yells for Jeannie to GET OUT!

Jeannie runs away...

With nowhere else to go..she ends up on the street.

Through different events Rod, Carla, Jeremy and Mike will cross Jeannie's path in life "and will change it forever."

BEAUTIFULLY TOLD!

It will definitely leave an impact on your heart!

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About the Author

British author Loretta Livingstone lives with her husband in a beautiful area of the Chilterns. She writes both rhyming and free verse about anything which happens to capture her imagination. She enjoys writing love poems, inspirational verse, verse about her strong Christian faith, and humorous poems, and has just published her first foray into the world of fiction.

"I have suffered from M.E. (chronic fatigue syndrome) for many years, which has put something of a kick in my gallop - to put it mildly. But I am just beginning to be able to do a little more. Hence starting to write books. At least that is something I can do lying down.

I also love to read. I read several different genres, but I have a particular love of medieval history novels. I am fairly picky though. I only have a handful of writers from that genre whom I really enjoy, Sharon Penman being my favourite. Luckily for me her books are huge, meaty tomes which, as well as providing excellent value for money, keep me glued to them for days."

Willow Springs

Book Details
Author: Carolyn Steele
Release Date: August 2014
Publisher: Sweetwater Books
Genre: Western Romance

The quote on the book cover IS SO TRUE!

"New love and old secrets collide on the Utah frontier"

The author creatively weaves you down the story on one path of thinking only to throw in a twist, or another secret, that expertly guides you down another path of thoughts...

SO. SO. SO. GOOD!
COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!

Crissa has come to Willow Springs to escape the secrets of her past.

Caught between the love she has for Drake and the secrets that Garth uncovers she is forced to marry to keep her secrets from surfacing.

Only after she is married does she uncover other secrets of the town and the people she has kept her secrets from....

Does she run again or does she stay and protect her new friends?

"Laugh and cry with Crissa" in this splendid tale of love on the western frontier.

I REALLY LOVED THIS ONE!

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About the Author

Born and raised in Utah, Carolyn Steele was introduced to western novels at a very young age by her grandfather, the son of a gold miner. She has been writing technical and marketing communications for most of her adult life. Her nonfiction articles have appeared in numerous national magazines. She earned her undergraduate degree in Communications from the University of Utah. Married and living in Salt Lake City, Utah, Carolyn loves researching obscure history then weaving it into stories. She also enjoys family dinners with her children and grandchildren, photography, travel, golf, reading, and all forms of needlework.

(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

Practical Parenting To Go

Book Details
Author: Yuval Harpaz
Release Date: July 2014
Genre: Family Self-Help

Do you have kids?
Do you wish they came with a manual?

NOW THEY CAN WITH THIS BOOK!

Suggestions, information and activities are outlined to help you become a parent who:

*shows understanding
*offers unconditional love
*encourages and appreciates your child

AMAZING INSIGHT INTO WHAT MAKES A GREAT PARENT WHO HAS CHILDREN THAT ARE RESPONSIBLE AND LOVING.

You will learn how to:

*be a good role model
*set successful boundaries
*help build your child self-esteem
*productive ways to respond to disagreements
*and more

"Grab your copy of this book and 

start taking your parenting skills to the next level!"

SOME REALLY GREAT ADVICE WITHIN THESE PAGES!

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO START FROM TODAY MOVING FORWARD!

THIS BOOK IS WONDERFUL!

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About the Author

Yuval Harpaz is a married father of 3, likes jogging, writing, photography, pecan pies, peaches, collaboration, and personal development. He has rich imagination and sometimes is even caught doodling comics on napkins.

Yuval's writings are built to make the world a better place for our children. His books about parenting are meant to help parents have a better starting point in one of their most important roles in life. His children's stories are built to establish the love for books and reading in children. He accompanies his stories with intense and colorful illustrations. His stories are meant to make a difference, and to allow children and adults alike to successfully make their next step in the world.

(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

My Memoir of Motherhood

Book Details
Author: Chantal Bellehumeur
Release Date: 2014
Publisher: CreateSpace
Genre: Biography

A brave girl did a brave thing...

Young, single, and pregnant...

Chantal has to make a choice...
Does she keep the baby or abort it...

Thirteen years later he son asks her "Did you ever consider aborting me?"

Excerpt
"The truth was, I had thought about getting an abortion the instant I found out that I was pregnant with him because I was only eighteen years old at the time, still in high school, and had been accepted into the university program I wanted.

My handsome blond haired son stared at me with his brown eyes, patiently waiting for an answer. I didn’t want to lie to him, but didn’t know how to tell him that his father and I had not planned to have him and that abortion had been my first thought when I looked at my positive pregnancy test back in June of 2000. How could I look at my loving son in the eyes and tell him that I didn’t originally jump for joy and then happily announce the news to the whole world?

Obviously, I ended up changing my mind about getting an abortion and have absolutely no regrets about my decision."


This is Chantal's beautifully told, true story, of having her son and all the experiences of raising him.

"I don’t know what I would do without him.

Being a mother is truly the most wonderful thing in the world."

Your heart will be touched!
An inspirational true story!

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About the Author
I am a multi-genre author who always loved to write but never thought about publishing anything until a friend of mine told me I should.

Before that, I was more interested in acting. I performed in a couple of amateur stage showed and joined a Youth run Theatre Company. I was also an extra in a few commercials, TV shows and movies.

My love for acting soon got replaced with the love for my son. I made him my number one priority. I found it easier to write on my spare time than to work around other people's schedules to act. I found that I had to use some of my acting training to write since I had to put myself in the shoes of the characters I created.

I currently have 8 books available to purchase and write short stories for The Suburban's Online Magazine.

Some of my work was also featured in Aspiring to Inspire Anthology as well ad Words of Fire and Ice.

My memoir of motherhood was included in the compilation book They Call me Mamma Bear, put together by author Amber Royce.

While I continue to come up with stories, I encourage my son to so some writing of his own since he is full of good ideas and has a big imagination. He reminds me of myself as a child.

I am a single mom and feel very lucky to have Aidan in my life.

On a side note, whether you own any of my books or not, you can request a personalized digital autograph from me by going to the following link:
http://www.authorgraph.com/authors/c_...

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Revitalizing Jane: Drowning

Book Details
Author: Jenni James
Release Date: August 2014
Publisher: Trifecta Books

I LOVE this intro...

"The brutally honest journey of a divorced mom...

It’s only been a year since her divorce, so why would Jane Adamson do something as stupid as attempt to date again? Wasn’t her marriage scarring enough? The answer was simple—her kids. They worried about her and wanted to see her happy again.

She needed to be happy . She needed to learn to trust again and feel pretty again and human again.

As a mom of five, it was too easy to hide herself away and focus just on her kids. Who needs men, anyway?"

This book is WONDERFUL!
And HEART-WRENCHING!
And HEROIC!
And SAD!
And AMAZING!

Jane is AMAZING! Trying so hard to please her husband and hold the family together...

She withers away into someone...someone else...someone not herself.

Then when her kids tell her it's time to get out and the police agree she struggles with... HOW...

You will read her incredible journey through that!

Now she is out, and single...

and dating...?

Read as she finds the courage to put her heart out there again...

As she tries to boost her self-esteem...

As she struggles to move forward...

Can she trust a man again?
And what of her ex?

Can she really revitalize the Jane she used to be?

Based largely on the author's own life~

SO. SO. SO. GOOD!
You will cry, feel sorrow, cheer and rejoice!

And believe me, you will want more ~ as this is part 1 of a 6 part series :)

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About the Author
Jenni has wowed fans around the world with her unique voice in children and teen literature, always keeping her books clean and wildly addicting. When she isn't writing, she can be found chasing her seven rambunctious kids around the house. She lives with her family in Utah and secretly dreams of becoming a ninja or pirate one day.

(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

Make Every Day Meaningful

Book Details
Author: Randal A. Wright
Release Date: August 2014
Publisher: Cedar Fort, Inc.
Genre: Inspiration

Do you feel that your life just isn't journal worth?
THIS BOOK WILL SHOW YOU THAT IT IS!

This was a sobering quote:

"Tell them I'm sorry I didn't keep a record of my life to leave to my posterity. 

Tell them I'm sorry I didn't even take the time to write down my own 

father's name or where he was born.

Now my descendants have spent years, countless hours, and 

thousands of dollars trying to find out anything about him."

We have been urged to keep journals and records....

This book will explain that through acknowledging AND recording our experiences it will~

*help you make better decisions
*feel increased gratitude
*recognize your strengths and weaknesses

You will also be given tools to help you REMEMBER and RECORD things from the past.

Try this out...
these are taken from a list of "Memory Cues..."

What do you remember about~

*Your mother

*Your grandfather

*Moves your family made

*Curfew

*Holidays

*Summer jobs

*Aha! moments

*Pranks played

*Field Trips

WRITE IT DOWN!

Filled with personal stores this book will excited you to write down your own experiences, good and bad, that you might learn from them, use them in talks, and leave a legacy for your posterity.

As you "make the world around you—every minute of every day—your classroom" you will start to make every day meaningful!

FANTASTIC BOOK!

WONDERFUL STORIES TO SPARK YOUR OWN STORIES!

ENCOURAGING HELPS TO GET YOU GOING!

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About the Author

Randal Wright has been fascinated by the study of families for many years. Seeking ways to raise righteous children led to his receiving a B.S. and M.S. with emphasis in the family area and then a Ph.D. in Family Studies from Brigham Young University. He worked for many years as an Institute director for the Church Education System and taught at BYU in the religion department. He has written several books in the past on family topics including Families in Danger: Protecting Your Family in an X-rated World, Building Better Homes and Families and The Case for Chastity: Helping Youth Stay Morally Clean. He has spoken across the United States, Canada and England and has been a frequent speaker at BYU Campus Education Week and the Especially for Youth program for many years. Randal and his wife Wendy live in Austin, Texas and are the parents of five children and sixteen grandchildren.

(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

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At First Sight 

by Mya O'Malley 

Modern love can be a headache. Just ask Annie Morgan, who, recently divorced, finds herself in the middle of the proverbial online dating jungle.

Making a deal with her best friend, Annie agrees to go out on exactly five online dates out of seventy-six potential suitors. ​

Shane Nicholls was jaded, he had his heart broken and never got over the hurt. Now, convinced that all women are trouble, he avoids drama at any cost.

Funny thing is, drama seems to find Shane around every corner.

Can Annie, a romantic at heart, find love online or will she find love at first sight the old-fashioned way, by awkward, chance meetings with Shane Nicholls?

Through a number of obstacles and heartache, Annie and Shane find that love at first sight really does exist if you truly believe.

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Excerpt: Johnny’s was packed. Standing on line to place her order, Annie took in her surroundings. Just as the owner, Johnny, was coming over to take her order, something caught Annie’s eye. The guy near the window, he seemed familiar somehow. Where had she seen him before? He was eating dinner with a pretty brunette. He lifted his head to look at Annie as their eyes locked. On no! It was the guy from the mall, the one she bumped into. She quickly spun around, knocking right into the waitress who was carrying a tray of soft drinks. Soda soaked her shirt and dripped onto the floor. The waitress was clearly annoyed and appeared like she would have loved to tell Annie off. Instead she rolled her eyes and ran to get a towel. If Annie thought she was embarrassed before, it was nothing compared to how she felt now. Every eye in the place was on her, including the guy from the mall. Helpless to do anything else, she grabbed some napkins and bent down to sop up some of the mess. “It seems you have a knack for causing a scene everywhere you go.” It was his voice. The voice that filled her head with inappropriate thoughts, with longing. What was she thinking? Did she dare look up? His gaze was a magnet, forcing her to meet his eyes. His eyes were a warmer brown than she had remembered, drawing her in. “I...uh...” “I’m joking. Here, let me help you with that.” He grabbed the napkins from her hand. The heat between them jolted her back. She moved quickly, surprised he could evoke such a reaction from her. Nobody had ever made her feel so exposed before. What was going on here? Annie felt foolish. “I’m Shane. Shane Nicholls.” He extended his hand to her. They must have appeared to be quite the sight, bending over to clean up the mess while shaking hands. “Annie.” Annie remembered her new rules of safety in the dating world. One of them was she would not reveal her last name or any other personal information until she was sure the guy wasn’t a stalker or anything. “Annie. It suits you, I like it.” Annie had almost forgot about the woman waiting for Shane at the table near the window. She glanced over and took in a tight-lipped woman. It hit Annie that this woman was not the same stunning woman from the mall. Hmm, she had met his type before. This guy had “player” written all over him. She quickly brushed herself off and excused herself. “Hey, Annie. Wait.” He reached for her hand. Annie forgot all about placing her order and made a beeline for the door. She didn’t look back. Well, Annie figured, it looked like it would be Chinese food tonight.

About the Author
Mya O’Malley was born and raised in the suburbs of New York City, where she currently lives with her husband, daughter and three step-daughters.

The family also consists of two boxers; Destiny and Dolce and a ragdoll cat named Colby.

Mya earned an undergraduate degree in special education and a graduate degree in reading and literacy. She works as a special education teacher and enjoys making a difference in the lives of her students.

Mya’s passion is writing; she has been creating stories and poetry since she was a child. Mya spends her free time reading just about anything she can get her hands on.

She is a romantic at heart and loves to create stories with unforgettable characters.

Mya likes to travel; she has visited several Caribbean Islands, Mexico and Costa Rica. Mya is currently working on her fifth novel.

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Relocating Without Breaking a Sweat w/ Giveaway

Book Details
Authors: Pamela Smith, Manuella Irwin, Joshua Green
Release Date: May 2014
Publisher: World Media Group
Genre: Self-Help

As a little girl I moved with my family 6 times...and I have moved 14 times since I have been married..

I LOVE moving! 

I love the new floor plan of the house, the new neighborhood, the new neighbors. I even loving packing because I always throw out A LOT...easier to get rid of it instead of packing it.

BUT I SO WISH I WOULD HAVE HAD A BOOK LIKE THIS!

Synopsis:

Relocating to a new place, away from the people you care about and away from your familiar surroundings, may prove to be more difficult than you ever imagined. And regardless of whether it is а local, cross-country or international move, there will be an overwhelming number of factors to consider before you can make the right choice under the circumstances. Remember that information is your best friend and helper in your imminent decision, and that help is always available in one form or another.

Relocating Without Breaking A Sweat: Your Handbook For A Perfect Move is your invaluable helper during these transitional times. This book covers everything you need to know before, during and after your residential or long-distance relocation: from the fascinating history of the moving industry, through great practical moving tips and ultimate packing guides to best ways to relocate locally, interstate or abroad with your children, pets or plants, plus a wide range of various personal possessions. Also, the book offers helpful DIY advice and an extensive section of what to do once you’ve moved to your new home (including tips for resolving issues with your mover). And much, much more!

Its end will surely bring a smile on your face.

Be well informed.

Be ready for the challenge.

Find yourself in the driver’s seat of this moving adventure.

Look at some of what’s Inside the Book

* Moving Timeline: Week-by-Week Checklist
* Top 10 Best Organizing Ideas For Moving
* Moving To A New State
* Moving To A Foreign Country
* Top 10 Cities To Move To in the USA
* How Much Do Movers Charge?
* Types Of Moving Estimates And Quotes
* The Ultimate Packing Guide
* Car Shipping Tips
* DIY Moving: Renting A Truck
* How To File A Complaint Against A Moving Company

Read more: http://www.mymovingreviews.com/move/the-ultimate-moving-book

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About The Authors
Pamela Smith
Pamela Smith is an expert in the moving industry and a contributor to MyMovingReviews.com – one of the leading moving company review websites. As an experienced specialist in the relocation industry, she is dedicated to finding the major problems that people most often encounter when moving and proposing the best possible solutions. While browsing through the numerous useful moving resources, relocation guides and moving industry news, you can’t help but notice her earnest publications and in-depth analysis on almost any kind of moving-related topic one can imagine.
Contact Pamela at: info@mymovingreviews.com

Manuella Irwin
Manuella Irwin is a relocation expert and editor at My Moving Reviews. She covers news from the moving industry and provides practical advice on moving related issues. She has interviewed most of the key people in the relocation industry, providing information straight from the horse’s mouth. Manuella has co-authored a book about the moving process “Relocating Without Breaking A Sweat: Your Personal Handbook For A Perfect Move”. Contact Manuella Irwin at: m.irwin@mymovingreviews.com

Joshua Green
Joshua Green is a relocation expert and a moving industry professional, one of the esteemed contributors to MyMovingReviews.com with specialized articles and informative guides which help people organize and execute their moves easily and comfortably. He is known to skillfully incorporate his never-ending energy, utmost dedication and raw passion into his works.
You can contact him at: info@mymovingreviews.com

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How Much Do You Love Me?

Book Details
Author: Paul Mark Tag
Release Date: August 2014
Publisher: Sweetwater Books
Genre: Historical Fiction

This book is BEYOND AMAZING!

SO TOUCHING!
FANTASTIC!

Keiko's family rents a farm from James' family because Keiko's parents are first generation Japanese and therefore cannot own their own land here in America.

And Keiko and James have a secret...they have fallen in love...something almost forbidden.

Now the Japanese have bombed Pearl Harbor...

Keiko's family knows what is coming for their family and the internment that is inevitable.

So Keiko and James decide to marry before James volunteers to fight in World War II.

Now "sixty years later their daughter Kazuko, who was born in the camps, uncovers a secret that could possibly overwhelm the family."

"Discover the very definition of human love and self-sacrifice in this saga of war, mystery, and romance."

SO. SO. SO. GOOD!
DON'T MISS THIS ONE!
The twist in the plot is mind-blowing it is SO INCREDIBLY HEART-TOUCHING!

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About the Author

Paul Mark Tag graduated with multiple degrees in meteorology from Pennsylvania State University and worked for the Naval Research Laboratory as a research scientist for over thirty years before retiring to write fiction. For years prior to retirement, and the following year exclusively, he honed his skills writing short stories. These have been published in StoryBytes, Potpourri, Green’s Magazine, and The Storyteller, as well as The Errant Ricochet: Max Raeburn’s Legacy.In 2005, he self-published his first thriller, Category 5,which took advantage of his knowledge of meteorology and weather modification, followed by Prophecy and White Thaw: The Helheim Conspiracy. With his historical novel How Much Do You Love Me? he has switched genres. He lives with his wife, Becky, in Monterey, California.

(A review copy was provided, however, all reviews are of my own opinion :)

Meet Robert Gioia

Robert Gioia has been a police officer in the province of Ontario for over 24 years. He has spent several years as a school liaison officer addressing criminal complaints and specializing in presenting to youths on many topics.

Robert created numerous presentations for the V.I.P. (Values, Influences and Peers) program which reflect the moral dilemmas and dangers faced by our youth today. These include Internet Safety, Drugs, Mischief, Theft, Alcohol, Tobacco, and Bullying. 

Bullying in particular seems more problematic as it has transformed with the advent and progress of the internet. As a result, society has been inundated with instances of bullying that appear to have increased at an exponential rate. 

In order to address this, the author created a story (The Bully Barn)that will assist in teaching youths and their parents about bullying in a an entertaining fashion.

TEN FUN THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ROBERT

-I have been a police officer for almost 25 years and served in several areas (I was actually a tactical officer for many years) but the most rewarding was my tenure as a school liaison/resource officer.

-I have delivered hundreds of presentations to students, parents, and various interest groups regarding bullying, internet safety, drugs, alcohol, tobacco, theft, mischief, etc. I also created and helped to present project "I.S.S.U.E." (Internet Safety and Sensible Use of Electronics) city wide.

-I have a lovely wife and a typical 12-year-old son.

-I love animals and have little regard for those who treat them poorly.

-I have a Basset Hound named Cosmo (I previously had one called Jethro). Cosmo loves sleeping on his outdoor couch (picture enclosed for your enjoyment).

-I love hanging around nature and frequently take walks in the bush and play with my son on the beach.

-I like trees (my wife thinks that I may have a problem) and I planted a couple hundred (or so) in and around my property. I live on the fringe of the city on three acres.

-I like fishing but rarely catch anything (that's probably why no one wants to go with me).

-I believe that you can't force kids to "like" each other but you can teach and expect them to "tolerate" one another.

-I don't believe there is such a thing as a bad child...just bad choices (and sometimes bad parents)

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The Bully Barn: 
A Lesson For Bullies, Bystanders and Victims

Marty is small, timid, and meek...after all he is a mouse.

As he goes about his daily life in the barn the other animals pick on him, ridicule him and push him around...

Read about Marty the mouse, Owen the owl,  Rusty the rooster, Henry the horse, the gossiping chickens, and others...

And how they all react on the day that Rusty doesn't crow.

Engaging illustrations!

A great story of standing up for yourself!

You will learn about verbal bullies, social bullies and physical bullies and those who stand by either ignoring or encouraging the bullying.

GREAT discussion questions at the end~

EVERY PERSON WHO LOVES A CHILD 

SHOULD READ THIS BOOK WITH THEM!

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"Not the typical children’s story. 

In fact, this book was specifically written to be used by parents and teachers to help teach children about bullying and the repercussions that come with being a part of the bullying cycle. 

Bullying is by far one of the greatest problems facing our society today. It is of grave concern to children, educators, and parents alike.

Bullying has become somewhat of an epidemic perhaps due in part to our violent subculture and the increasing dependence on the internet for interpersonal communication."

"EDUCATION IS THE KEY"

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