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Book Spotlight Thursday: Violence in the Void by Alice Stanco

I am back! This Thursday, we are shedding some love on Alice Stanco’s Violence in the Void. The cover lulls you in, so let’s go deeper into the void.

Violence in the Void

Publication Date: November 2023

Genre: Dark Romantic Fantasy

Featuring
⦁	Multiple dialects
⦁	Mental health rep
⦁	Life & love after trauma
⦁	Hidden realm
⦁	Elemental magic
⦁	Phantom hands daddy
⦁	Tall, dark, & brazen MMC
⦁	Feisty, resilient, & powerful FMC
⦁	Morally grey everyone
⦁	“Mine”
⦁	“You’re safe with me”
⦁	Forced proximity
⦁	He cooks for her
⦁	Quest-centered plot

The Void is encroaching, threatening to take over…
Will his Violence set me free, or push me further into Its grasp?

That day at the Armantrea market was the same as any other, until a tall, beautiful stranger appeared and snapped his fingers.

In an instant, my world disappeared, replaced by his strange land. I’m suddenly surrounded by foreign accents, mysterious, magic-wielding Astrales like Xander, and powers I never knew existed.

Except, in Xander’s eyes, I belong here. Fate’s unfathomable hand guided mine to unknowingly create a replica of an ancient Astrale relic—one with the power to upend society as we know it. Months later, I am responsible for tracking down this lost replica through an unfamiliar world, with Xander as my guide.

But the Astrales are playing with powers far beyond my comprehension, and have political agendas I can’t begin to understand.

Despite his barbaric and controlling demeanor, I find myself drawn to Xander, and something shifts as I begin to rely on him for my safety. When threats from this new world circle in, truths from my past begin to surface, and I am forced to question everything I know.

Xander does what he can to protect me, but I soon realize that even he can’t stop the Void that threatens to swallow me whole…

Available Now on Amazon

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Alice Stanco is a full-time writer who has spent most of her life between the pages of fantasy books. When not obsessing over fictional characters, she can usually be found celebrating Christmas at any given time or frolicking in proper ADHD fashion.

While a born-and-raised American, Alice is also half English. This can be seen in her writing, as it explores the many cultural differences in a fictional sense.

Mental health representation is also a strong focus in Alice’s work, and is a passion that will ring true indefinitely.

Dive headfirst into her enchanted fantasy world, explore the thrill of love and darkness intertwined, and you may find yourself not wanting to return…

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Book Spotlight Thursday: Selfish Desires by Michelle Hall

I am tagging along this Thursday with R&R Book Tours, spotlighting Selfish Desires by Michelle Hall. Dive in below!

Selfish Desires

Publication Date: August 23, 2024

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Features
❤️Second Chance
🧊Morally Gray MMC
❤️Spice in Ch2
🧊Light BDSM
❤️Destroy her to protect her
🧊Groveling
❤️40 Somethings
🧊“Good girl/sl*t/wh*re”
❤️Third act oopsie baby

The love of my life, the person I trusted most, abandoned me in the worst way possible. There was no warning, not a single clue—just pure, devastating abandonment. I was left to pick up the pieces of my shattered heart.

To survive, I fled. I left behind everything and everyone I knew and loved, all in the desperate hope of forgetting him.

But then Vincent came back, and all the healing I thought I had achieved crumbled in an instant. He begged for my forgiveness, claiming he had no choice in what he did. Yet, I knew he always had a choice—and he chose wrong.

He said everything he did was to keep me safe. But safe from what?
Emotions I thought I had buried resurfaced, and while my mind screamed no, my heart whispered otherwise.

How could I give a second chance to the man who ruined me? How could I even consider it?

Trigger warning

Accidental Pregnancy
Kidnapping
Attempted Murder
Drugging
Abandonment
Sexual Degradation

Available August 23rd on Amazon

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Michelle Hall, a native Long Islander from New York, continues to raise her family here, which includes two dogs and two children. When she’s not writing, she goes to her day job, enjoys the country’s biggest comeback sport Pickle Ball, finds ways to entertain her kids, and reads when everyone goes to sleep. Michelle has always written fiction short stories as a hobby, but only recently took the plunge and decided to pen full-length literary fiction novels. Creating a world of characters for herself and others to connect to, makes writing one of her greatest joys in life.

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Book Spotlight Thursday: The Dagger And The Forbidden Heir by Emilia Jae

This series caught my eye, and Book 3, A Throne of Wings and Embers, is coming out soon. So, in my spotlight today, I am shining my light on book 1 of The Forbidden Heir Trilogy: The Dagger and the Forbidden Heir!

The Dagger And The Forbidden Heir (The Forbidden Heir Trilogy Book 1) 

Tropes:
❤️‍🔥 enemies to lovers
🗡️ touch her & you 💀
🗝️ lovers to enemies
🌙 forced proximity / one bed
⚔️ fae & human war
🐉 mythical creatures
✨ fated mates
🗣️ fun modernized banter
🤍 found family
🩸 revenge

Synopsis
Can they survive the truth of their war?...Can their hearts?
A century ago, an exchange was proposed: a life saved for a war of revenge.
For Captain Lia Solus of the fae army, and the secret bastard daughter of the king, she’s reminded of those consequences daily. Unable to claim her heritage or her throne, she’s powerless to stop the innocent bloodshed that her birth ushered in.
On the other side of the lines, Commander Jace Cadoria gladly fights the war of his ancestors to slaughter the fae who have terrorized the humans of their realm for generations. And with a cunning plan to trap them, the end could finally be in sight. Except it quickly spirals out of control, leaving Lia and Jace, enemies of opposite sides, stranded together in a dangerous terrain.
Engaged in an intimate battle of their own, both warring to take control, they’ll need their wits now more than ever to survive. Because this fight could cost their lives—and their hearts.

Think Throne of Glass meets House of the Dragon! The Forbidden Heir Trilogy is a fun and chaotic new take on fantasy, featuring enemies-to-lovers, fun modernized banter, dragons, heartache, adventure, and dark sorcery that grows throughout the series. It is written in multiple first-person POVs, including the villains, and is a character-driven romantic fantasy. The story will be enjoyed by lovers of Sarah J. Maas, Jennifer L. Armentrout, and Carissa Broadbent.

AVAILABLE NOW ON AMAZON

CONTENT WARNING:
Please note that this book is not intended for readers below the age of eighteen (18). This warning is due to explicit language, violence/gore, mentions of past child abuse, and mentions of sexual assault.

Continue on with The Crown of Wyvern’s Flame Book 2 in The Forbidden Heir Trilogy.

COMING SOON..

A Throne of Wings and Embers

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Emilia has been in love with disassociating through fantasy realms her entire life. She was born and raised in scenic New England, and when she isn’t cuddled up with a good book or writing her own, you can find her playing with her dog or being the chaotic human that she is with her loved ones. Emilia is a Pisces and INFJ.

Follow Emilia on IG : @ems.bookish.realm

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Book Spotlight Thursday: Love’s Redemption by ShaRhonda L. Sharp

Today, I am spotlighting another romantic read by author ShaRhonda L. Sharp, Love’s Redemption that is guaranteed to make you sizzle.

Love's Redemption

Published: Febuary 29th, 2004

Genre: Romance/ African American Romance/ Fiction

Synopsis

Noelle Morgan is a young woman who, after divorcing her high school sweetheart,
rebranded herself as a fierce entrepreneur in the face of opposition and uncertainty. Having been
betrayed and blindsided by infidelity, she was determined to regain control of her life by returning to her roots in Houston and starting over from scratch. Now with a thriving career in the beauty
industry, and glowing in self-rediscovery, she’s fully open to the possibility of giving romance anotherchance...and one sexy firefighter is more than happy to stoke all her flames of desire…

Jackson Howard chose to become a firefighter because he always had a strong desire to help people in need…to save them. Little did he know that the day he walked into a particular hair salon, he’d find the one person who was meant to save him. Jackson had never been so instantly drawn to someone before, but the very second he laid eyes on Noelle Morgan, his soul would not rest. It burned for her…

After leaving these two hopeful romantics beaten, battered and betrayed in the worst ways, is it
possible for Love to redeem itself? Only time will tell…

CONTENT WARNING: This story features depictions of or references to the following: Divorce, Infidelity, Profanity, Feuding Families, Strong Sexual Content

AVAILABLE NOW ON AMAZON

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

ShaRhonda is originally from Maywood, IL, and currently resides in Metro Atlanta, GA. She is a self-proclaimed “Unhinged Creative,” as well as owner and operator of S.L.S. Publishing, LLC. She has been published multiple times across various indie publications, including three self-published collections of poetry and a host of other projects. ShaRhonda holds a Master’s Degree from National Louis University in Chicago and currently works a “cushy 9-5” as a means to fund the dream of being a best-selling author someday. In between her many passion projects, she moonlights as a freelancer, content creator, copywriter, and editor, and avid reader of fiction and poetry.

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Book Spotlight Thursday: ‘Twas Two Weeks Til… (A Holiday Romance) by ShaRhonda Sharp

Keeping in the spotlight, I am shining the light once again on author ShaRhonda Sharp. She just had a recent release in July with the release of Twas Two Weeks Til… (A Holiday Romance) that is sure to tickle your tinsel.

Twas Two Weeks Til...: A Holiday Romance

Published: July 1, 2024

Genre: Holiday romance

Leticia “Tecie” Nadal has struggled for a long time with developing and
embracing strong self-confidence, but since crossing the threshold into her thirties,
she’s made it a point to “Boss Up” in every way. Like becoming her very own plus size
fashionista, and entrepreneur running a highly sought after event planning business.
Leticia loves where she is in life and the only season better than the “Growth” one
she’s in, is the Holiday Season. It’s the busiest time of year for her, but she loves every
minute of it…when everything is going exactly how she planned, that is. When Leticia
gets blindsided by one of her Contractors quitting without any notice and just two
weeks before the biggest event of her career, she’s certain this is as bad as it can
get…until the “Replacement” shows up…

Dominic “Domino” Ballantyne has a reputation he’s been striving to outgrow since
graduating high school and realizing his desired happiness required him to change a
lot. The process of growing up from a problematic teenager into a responsible
business man has not been easy, and the constant run-ins with people from his past
reminding him of who and how he used to be, do not help. But, when he lays eyes on
Leticia Nadal again after more than a decade, he gladly welcomes the reminder of how
he’s always felt about her, “his Tecie Baby.” Dominic has never been more grateful for
inheriting someone else’s messy workload than he was when he realized she was the
client he’s working for. 

Now with two weeks to work in such close contact with Leticia,
Dominic has some plans of his own to add to her checklists…
It’s been over ten years since they’ve last seen each other…Can they handle just two weeks of
working together?
Purchase on Amazon

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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Book Spotlight Thursday: If Only For One Night by ShaRhonda Sharp

For only one day, I am spotlighting If Only For One Night by ShaRhonda Sharp. Let’s dive in!

If For Only One Night

Published: January 25, 2024

Genre: African American Romance; African American women's fiction

Synopsis
Denai Powell is a woman who knows exactly what she wants, even if she doesn’t always know how she’ll get it. So, when her boyfriend of three years reneged on his promise to support her as she pursued her dream of becoming a chef, Denai abruptly ended their relationship. Now newly single, unemployed and living out of her mother’s guest room with no real “Plan B” for the future, and officially sick of drowning her sorrows in booze and bubble baths, Dena teams up with her best friend, Treena, for one epic night on the town to forget about her problems for a while. She had only planned to enjoy free drinks and dance all night until her feet hurt, but then she saw Him…

Dell Hewitt breezed into town on Friday night for a quick one-day trip to celebrate his favorite cousin, Emmanuel’s “Dirty Thirty,” and then hop on a red eye back home. Just bottle service, a few rounds of shots and celebrating the life of someone who’s like a brother to him. Simple and straightforward with no surprises. As a brilliant attorney, Dell did nothing without pinpointing every single detail and knowing every potential outcome. However, all his planning and forward thinking could not have prepared him for this night. Especially not once he saw Her…

When the fiery passion between two perfect strangers, and fellow control freaks, leads to a mind-blowing one-night stand, neither Denai nor Dell ever expect to see each other again. 
Seems fate had other plans…

Available Now in Paperback & Ebook

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

ShaRhonda is originally from Maywood, IL, and currently resides in Metro Atlanta, GA. She is a self-proclaimed “Unhinged Creative,” as well as owner and operator of S.L.S. Publishing, LLC. She has been published multiple times across various indie publications, including three self-published collections of poetry and a host of other projects. ShaRhonda holds a Master’s Degree from National Louis University in Chicago, and currently works a “cushy 9-5” as a means to fund the dream of being a best-selling author some day. In between her many passion projects, she moonlights as a freelancer, content creator, copy writer and editor, and avid reader of fiction and poetry.

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Book Spotlight Thursday 2: Tracking Tantor by Adam Gaffen

A book spotlight double feature! So, strap in for the hope punk sci-fi fantasy Tracking Tantor by Adam Gaffen! Tracking Tantor is Book 9 in The Cassidy Chronicles series. If you love Star Trek or The Expanse, then this series is for you! Let’s read on!

Tracking Tantor: The Missions of The TFS Pike (A Cassivyverse Novel)

Published: June 25th, 2024 

Genre: Sci-Fi, Space Exploration, Military Sci-Fi

Pages: 505

Synopsis

THE MISSION CONTINUES!

 In "Tracking Tantor," Colonel Chloe Resler and her starship crew navigate mutiny, time-hunting aliens, and an ancient alien species determined to protect their secrets at any cost.  Following the perilous events of "The Ghosts of Tantor," where a routine mission led to a high-stakes race against time, Chloe's team now faces even greater challenges. Venturing into uncharted territory, they must unravel the mysteries of the Tantorians, avoid temporal anomalies, and battle relentless adversaries.

Greyson Stuart, Nicole Crozier, and Jessa Ellis return to action, planning to test the Tantorian time travel device, while Captain Lexie Marsh and her AI partner, Sheba, contend with Spectre's machinations. As internal conflicts and the threat of mutiny loom, the crew embarks on a risky rescue mission that draws the attention of an alien fleet hostile to time travelers. With treacherous space, shifting timelines, and intergalactic conflict, "Tracking Tantor" offers a thrilling blend of exploration, danger, and teamwork, captivating sci-fi fans and adventure enthusiasts alike. Join Chloe and her crew as they battle the odds and uncover ancient secrets, leading to an explosive confrontation with their alien foes.

Dive into a story where every moment counts, and every choice has cosmic consequences. “Tracking Tantor” delivers high-octane space exploration, heart-pounding military maneuvers, and a deep dive into ancient alien mysteries. Join Colonel Resler as she leads her diverse crew through uncharted territories; you’ll be captivated by the dynamic interplay of duty, loyalty, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge.

AVAILABLE NOW

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Adam Gaffen Winner of the Top 25 Indie Books of 2023 (The Heart of Space), 2022 (The Ghosts of Tantor), and 2021 (Triumph’s Ashes) is the author of the near-future, hopepunk science fiction universe that starts with “The Cassidy Chronicles, continues with the series “The Artemis War,” and the follow-on adventures launch with “The Ghosts of Tantor” and the newest Cassidyverse novel, “Tracking Tantor.” Two collections of short fiction, a technical manual, and a MG novel round out the universe for now. 

He’s also venturing into fantasy/romance with the Godsfall trilogy and into heist novels with “The Vault & the Vixen,” all of which inhabit the Cassidyverse.

He’s been honored with awards from Writers of the Future, Colorado Authors League, the Go Indie Now network, AllAuthor, Read Free.ly, and the Drunken Druid.

He lives in Colorado with his wife, five dogs, and five cats and wonders where all the time goes.

Learn more about Adam and his books at CassidyChronicles.com

Do you like what I do? Please feel free to show your love and support by buying this writer a cup of coffee.

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Book Spotlight Thursday: Cul-de-Sac by Liz Crowe

Joining with AME (Author Marketing Experts) in my spotlight today is Cul-De-Sac by Liz Crowe.

Welcome to Connelly Court. A secluded, old-money neighborhood harboring a web of desires and deceit behind pristine facades and manicured lawns, where the lives of a group of neighbors, bound by their shared secrets and unconventional lifestyle, are about to unravel.

Cul-De- Sac by Liz Crowe

Published: June 11th 2024

Genre:  Fiction/ Psychological /Suspense/ Thriller

Synopsis

Michael and Amelia Ross move into their dream home, and get drawn into the seductive allure. But their house once belonged to a family whose lives were seemingly ruined by their participation, which leads Amelia to question everything about her new-found friends. Suspicions run rampant as the close-knit group turns on each other. Lies, betrayals, and hidden agendas are revealed, ripping apart the fabric that once bound the group together.

“Cul-de-Sac” is a dark tale of marriage, friendship, desire, and betrayal, where nothing is as it seems, and the truth may be more shocking than anyone could have imagined. Discover the twisted secrets of Connelly Court in this chilling domestic suspense novel that will leave you questioning just how well you truly know—or should know—your neighbors.
Amazon

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Liz Crowe is a Kentucky native and graduate of the University of Louisville living in South Carolina. She’s spent her time as a three-continent expat trailing spouse, mom of three, real estate agent, brewery owner, and bar manager, and is currently a digital marketing and fundraising consultant, in addition to being an award-winning author.

The Liz Crowe backlist has something for any reader seeking complex storylines with humor and complete casts of characters that will delight and linger in the imagination long after the book is finished.

Her favorite things to do when she’s not scrolling social media for cute animal videos are walking her dogs, cuddling her cats, and watching her favorite sports teams while scrolling social media for cute animal videos.

Learn more about Liz and her books at Lizcrowe.com

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Book Spotlight Thursday: Sushi & Sea Lions by Rachel Corsini

Happy 4th of July, America! In this spotlight, I am lighting some firecrackers under the attention-gaining contemporary romance Sushi & Sea Lions by Rachel Corsini. Let’s read on!

SUSHI & SEA LIONS

Published: May 16th 2023

Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance

Features

  Boken FMC

Spicy romance

Broken MMC Love interest

Self-healing/ Loving one’s self

And more!

Synopsis

When a career-ending injury and a messy breakup send prima ballerina Daniela Verdi back to Queens, New York, she fills her days with countless distractions: meaningless sex, pinot grigio, and video games. It takes a chance meeting with her brother’s best friend, Vincent LaBate, for her to remember who she was before the stage lights and distractions of the Upper West Side. She’s convinced that Vincent could never love a girl like her: broken, insecure, and stumbling her way through life. What Daniela didn’t count on is that Vincent is as scarred as she is after divorcing his cheating wife and going through an equally messy child custody fight. Soon enough, old vulnerabilities rear their ugly heads, opening a crack in Daniela’s perfectly imperfect romance.

As Daniela and Vincent’s relationship develops, will Daniela learn to accept that a dream life isn’t all it’s cracked up to be?

AVAILABLE NOW

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

After declaring herself a pretty pink princess during her first ballet class, Rachel dreamt of sugarplums and began pirouetting her way through life. While studying to become a ballerina, she compulsively read books under her covers by flashlight and scribbled in spiral-bound notebooks. The urge to tell stories culminated in her graduation from Columbia College Chicago with a B.F.A. in fiction writing.

Never one to keep her feet on the ground, she traveled the world from Prague to Cape Town. Once settled back in Queens, she dabbled in journalism before working as an Editorial Assistant for a medical publisher. Seeking a more fulfilling career, she earned her MAT from Queens College and currently works as an English teacher in an alternative program in NYC.

Learn more about Rachel and her book at rachelcorsini.com

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Book Spotlight Thursday: A Shift in Shadows by Maddox Grey

This pretty cover has caught my eye, so I am shining some light on A Shift in the Shadows by Madoox Grey! The first book in what is to be the Lost Legacies series, let us dive in!

A Shift in Shadows (Lost Legacies Book 1)

Publication Date: October 2021 (First Edition)

Genre: Fantasy Romance

Features

⦁	Badass Morally Grey FMC
⦁	Revenge Quest
⦁	Hidden/Forbidden Magic
⦁	She Saves Herself
⦁	Touch Him and Die
⦁	Sweet Golden Retriever Love Interest
⦁	Morally Grey Villain Love Interest
⦁	Witty Banter
⦁	Found Family
⦁	Queer Rep (FMC is queer/bi, nonbinary characters, queer relationships)

A wicked feline shifter. A cruel warlock.
And a dark secret that can devour worlds.

A bloody heart. That has been my birthday gift every year from the warlock I once loved. He used me, so I left him. And found the love of my life. We shared a blissful life together until Sebastian destroyed it all with one sweeping declaration.

You will always be mine.

After failing in my attempt to get revenge and barely escaping. I find myself once again starting over with the support of my friends and trying to let go of the past. When I meet the sweet and adorably innocent local werewolf, Andrei, I think I might finally have a real shot at finding happiness again. I should have known better.

Sebastian has found me and he’ll do what he always does—hurt those I love. But I have a secret. The dark magic I keep chained deep within my soul is a weapon just waiting to be unleashed. I could finally claim my revenge and protect everyone important to me. But my kind of magic is forbidden. And the price for using it may be my life.

(The book contains explicit sex scenes and blood-drinking courtesy of vampires recommended 18+)

Available Now on Amazon

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Maddox Grey is the author of the fantasy series, Lost Legacies. Despite having a degree in history and political science, they built a career in technology and worked in both IT and software development.

When not writing code or books, Maddox spends most of their free time playing video games and reading comics, fantasy, and sci-fi books. With some romance books sprinkled in. Despite living in New England for almost a decade, they will never get over their California roots and cannot handle New England winters. After spending the summer camping with their partner and faithful canine companion, Maddox retreats indoors for New England winter, cuddles with their cat on the couch…and complains about the weather.