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Book Review: Trust Me by Hank Phillippi Ryan

Posted By LaurelLit 814 days ago on Writing

https://laurellit.com - About a year ago, I took part in a virtual seminar in thriller writing that was led by Hank Phillippi Ryan. Even though  I was experiencing  side-effects from my second Covid shot, I got a huge amount out of the workshop and was very impressed with Phillippi Ryan’s expertise and ability. I immediately looked up herContinue Reading
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Oracle of Life By Katherine D Graham – Silver Dagger Book Tours

Posted By Sybrina 513 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - The Lord's Gambit Series, Volume 1 - The Oracle of Life, a Dark Epic Fantasy By Katherine D Graham - Silver Dagger Book Tours. Six fallen lords. Three vengeful goddesses. And one mortal, damned to prophesy for them all.

An Exiled Oracle

Nariah, the Heiress of Ellonai, is dead. An exiled, desert-dwelling Doomsayer is all that remains within the shell of the powerful princess she once was.

A Heretic

She isn't sure which of her visions her people hate more: the one where the three benevolent goddesses they serve have decided to destroy the world, or the vision of six lords falling from the skies to save them.

The World's Only Hope

Stumbling across the very lords she's been seeing in her visions for years, only Nariah's accursed gift of Sight can aid the lords in their rebellion against the goddesses, and determine the fate of her world before it's turned to ash.

But does she even want to save those who've wronged her?

A whole new take on mythological fantasy awaits in this thrilling dark epic by USA Today Bestselling Author Katherine D. Graham. Read Excerpt and Enter Giveaway.

Worlds of Fire: Metamorphosis By Deborah A. Bailey – Goddess Fish Promotions

Posted By Sybrina 464 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Worlds of Fire: Metamorphosis By Deborah A. Bailey - Goddess Fish Promotions. Genre: Romantic Fantasy. On the Floating World when two Alchemists fall in love it can be...complicated.

Asira is a member of a high-ranking family of Alchemists who exert control over the libraries that store magical texts. Jaydon, an unconventional but powerful teacher of transmutation at the university, is from a gargoyle shifter group known as the Gigun.

Asira finds Jaydon frustrating and too fascinating for her own good. But she desperately needs his help when she becomes the target of a classmate's dangerous use of forbidden magic. With Jaydon's assistance, the two of them uncover a conspiracy that threatens the well-ordered world of the Alchemists.

Struggling with his growing attraction to her, Jaydon is called on to use his knowledge of the magical Books of Fire to determine Asira's fate. And depending on what secrets the books reveal, he may be forced to make a life-altering decision that will either bind them together… or permanently force them apart. Read excerpt and enter giveaway.

Introducing – Digger The Colony Worker Ant By Christian Kueng

Posted By Sybrina 425 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Introducing - Digger The Colony Worker Ant By Christian Kueng. Genre: Children's Picture Book - Cinderella Retelling with Ants. Worker ant, Digger, lives with a nasty stepmother, Shantelle, and her two lazy sons, Dante and Grant. The three of them order Digger around endlessly. As the colony queen, Lantina, prepares to host a Gala to find a suitable husband for her daughter, Princess Antilles, Dante and Grant have ideas to keep Digger from attending. Shantelle puts down Digger further by telling him that “an ant like you would never be permitted to dance with royal ants.” However, Digger’s Lady God Bug makes it possible for him to attend the grand party. Will Antilles find her prince or will Digger’s step family prevent any romance between the royal Princess and the common worker ant? This new retelling of a familiar fairy tale is bound to delight readers of all ages.

The Light Keeper By Christina Wallace – Silver Dagger Book Tours

Posted By Sybrina 382 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - The Light Keeper - An Epic YA Fantasy By Christina Wallace - Silver Dagger Book Tours. Wishes aren't all they're cracked up to be... especially when you have to capture the Fairies who grant them to you.

Er... make that faeries... and not the normal, hiding-in-plain-sight magical kind.

When a misadventure cleaning out the attic leads Isaac to release a faerie trapped in a glass ball of light, he believes he's struck gold--in the form of wishes. All he has to do is mention the name that was engraved on the ball, and the indebted faerie would grant him any three wishes he wanted. Read excerpt and enter giveaway.

Kittens in the Time of Covid 19

Posted By LaurelLit 1211 days ago on Writing

http://laurellit.com - We all have quarantine stories to tell; this is mine.​​In a time of loss, we must find joy.This might be too easy for me to say. I’ve had it good, comparatively. I haven’t lost my home, or my livelihood. My loved ones are safe and healthy, as far as I know. For me, the loss that came with quarantine was secondary. On the Monday of the second week of March, I got news that my dad had suddenly died (not from Covid.) My brother, stepsiblings and I told ourselves that [...]

The "Write" Time?

Posted By LaurelLit 1162 days ago on Writing

http://laurellit.com - Lately, I've been looking for a sign that I should my job of 21 years, complete my MFA in creative writing, and have time to develop and promote my novels and my blog. To some, this may seem like a no-brainer. If I can afford to do it (which I can) I should go for it, because life is short and opportunities to follow our dreams are limited.But my job isn't just a "job", nobody's is when they're a teacher. The school where I teach, the community it is in, the students & staff - they're [...]

7 Best Free Things To Do in Atlanta, Georgia

Posted By booksnbackpacks 1052 days ago on Literature

https://booksnbackpacks.com - Visiting Atlanta doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out the very best free things to do in Atlanta – from street art to parks to historical sites. Exploring the city can be expensive when you factor in parking, entrance fees, and meals. But guess what? We can eliminate the entrance fees, because some of...
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My Birthday Present to Myself

Posted By LaurelLit 870 days ago on Writing

https://laurellit.com - “Reading is the sole means by which we slip, involuntarily, often helplessly, into another’s skin, another’s voice, another’s soul.” – Joyce Carol Oates We’re all allowed a little self-indulgence on our birthdays, right? I decided to treat myself and created the image above, with my most recently published novel alongside a quote from the literaryContinue Reading
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Introducing Asleep Now! My Baby Sleep Recipes By Jessica Ram

Posted By Sybrina 611 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Introducing Asleep Now! My Baby Sleep Recipes: Gentle Sleep Solutions, Baby Sleep Aids, Book for Parents By Jessica Ram. Your baby is not sleeping well? Welcome to the club! We always hope that our babies sleep well. However, the reality often looks different. Soon you realize - your little sweetheart doesn't sleep easily. A few nights pass and you are tired and exhausted. But believe me, there is hope! Try out my sleep recipes!
… because more sleep is good for the whole family!

Analyze a Poem by Emily Brontë

Posted By LaurelLit 588 days ago on Writing

https://laurellit.com - Analyzing this short poem by Emily Brontë for mood and tone would be a great warmup for an advanced English class. You could create a slide using the above image, and then provide the text in an easier to read format. The Poem: All hushed and still within the house; Without – all wind andContinue Reading
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Introducing The Gospel Activity Book of Bible Stories by Mr. Ukay J. Ekong

Posted By Sybrina 567 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Introducing The Gospel Activity Book of Bible Stories for Preschooler's and Kids ages 6-8: A Super Fun Tool For Beginners To Learn The Bible by Mr. Ukay J. Ekong with Illustrations By Audeva Joseph

Genres: Black & African American Christian Fiction, Early Childhood Education, Education Workbooks.
The Gospel Activity Book of Bible Stories for Toddlers and Kids Ages (6-8) is an absolute must-have! The first and only activity book for kids, providing perspective and diversity in the genre of black bible stories for children, without forcing colorful illustrations to every page. This way we allow our kids imagination to be as creative as possible and run free throughout the history each page depicts. What's most exciting for all our customers- but especially black and brown customers, is how much detail of black culture is featured. Historically the mention of Ancient Egypt, and the African continent doesn't always connect the dots so we wanted to turn up the volume. However, whether your kids are black, white, yellow or purple this book delivers the goods. They can be new to Bible stories or already love Jesus, and still our book can add value, plus the perfect type of vibe to align with any youth ministry.

The Rabbit and The Fox Book Store – Fun Shoe Accessories – Dragon Shoelace Decorations For Crocs

Posted By Sybrina 505 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - The Rabbit and The Fox Book Store - Fun Shoe Accessories - Dragon Shoelace Decorations For Crocs

February 19th, 2023 – Sybrina’s Unicorn Book Store Newsletter

Posted By Sybrina 482 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - February 19th, 2023 - Sybrina's Unicorn Book Store Newsletter -Read the newsletter now to learn about Little Kid Book Pick - Agnes Loves Unicorns By Universal, Middle Kid Book Pick - Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns By Sybrina Durant With Illustrations By Pumudi Gardiyawasam, Teen/ YA Book Pick - The Unicorn Throne: The Four Kingdoms Book Two by Chrys Cymri and A Greek Gods Supernatural Suspense Fantasy Story The Necklace of Goddess Athena by Effrosyni Moschoudi

Ascension – Book Two of The Berserker Chronicles By Kevin D. Miller – Pump Up Your Book Tours

Posted By Sybrina 438 days ago on Writing

https://sybrina.com - Ascension - Book Two of The Berserker Chronicles By Kevin D. Miller - Pump Up Your Book Tours. Genre: Science Fiction / Fantasy. After his fateful fight in the bowls of an Asgardian prison, Leif returns to Midgard for  some much needed rest and recuperation. Unfortunately, his reprieve is interrupted when he is  unexpectedly attacked and once again pulled into a civil war between the gods. As he wrestles  with his past, Leif quickly learns his Berserker strength is no match when his enemies are the  gods themselves. In an attempt to grow stronger and control the rage within, Leif sets out to  track down a surviving Berserker clan that may hold the secret to mastering the gold-like  power the Berserker promises. Will Leif learn the secret and ascend?

Ascension is the action-packed sequel to Awakening that follows Leif’s journey to  master the Berserker and prevent Hel from plunging the nine realms into a period of blood and  darkness. Read excerpt.