Fantasy and Vampire Book Club discussion

Thanks for this

I have two erotic vampire shorts out in two anthologies and I have my first shifter stand alone novellas out the end of the month

best place to look for links is my website www.sjthomaswpr.weebly.com and facebook page www.facebook.com/sjthomaspwr

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Hi all! I'm the author of Uniquely Unwelcome the first book of my Shadow World Series.

Here's a synopsis:

Being unique isn’t all it’s cracked up to be.

After searching all over the world for someone as unique as she is, Racquel finds herself back in her home town where she’s treated like a monster ready to kill. Racquel is one of the most unique beings ever created. Four of the most powerful beings in the Shadow World are intertwined within her, making up her unique DNA. But no matter how unique her bloodline is, she’s considered an outcast by the entire Shadow World.

Once arriving home, Racquel finds that greater evils exist and that the person she cares for most in this world, her half-sister Addie, has been kidnapped along with other Shadow World beings. Racquel finds herself facing horrible odds with those who would rather see her dead than alive.

As her journey continues, Racquel learns more about herself, what she is capable of, and that not every being looks at her as an abomination. Coy, a human captive that Racquel saved from the vampires, starts showing kindness toward her. Racquel tries putting distance between her and the human boy but as they spend more time together it becomes harder and harder for Racquel to fight the affection she wants and needs.

Will Racquel finally break down those walls she’s kept in place for so long? Or will she keep everyone out and continue to keep herself closed off from the world? Will she find the one who took her sister and the other Shadow World beings? Will the Shadow World finally accept Racquel as one of their own? Or turn against her when she needs them the most?

You can find it on amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Uniquely-Unwelc...

or on lulu:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/brandy-nacol...

You can also find my author/book pages on facebook and blogspot.

Thanks Guys

Hi guys and gals. I'm releasing a book of humorous rhymes centering around Halloween for kids of all ages. I'm giving it away Friday and Saturday 10/5-10/6 for Kindle and Kindle apps for your laptop,iPad or smart phone. Click on the link below to "Look Inside" for a free sample. Witches and Ghosts and Goblins!
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0099AL7YU#_

It makes me happy to help...and nice how amazon let's people pick which review sold them on the book. :)

I wasn't aware that option exists. Thank you for making us aware of it, Tammy. :)

Your book sounds interesting. Good luck with the big publisher. They always tell me I don't suit their list - bastards! I doubt they read my submission. It's like when I was a cop and got tasked to write up these boring as shit reports which I suspected no one would read. So, pursuing my theory, I inserted a few, let's say, inappropriate irrelevant, commentaries on what i thought of the process. Nothing was said. I was right. Some, of the routine paperwork was just plain, mandatory requirement, without purpose. I wonder why they booted me?

James, I do hope that you are more sedate when you submit your work! I do believe that the literary agents do read all the submissions (very few publishers do unless they have received them from literary agents) but evidently they can be put off by many things: don't like the title,synopsis too long-winded, subject not suitable for their list, spelling and grammatical errors, bad presentation, etc. but then you know that yourself!

The reader who discovered JK Rowling's first book deserved a huge bonus!

Yes, of course. Just venting. At times it gets frustrating climbing what seems like a vast mountain, backwards. Ultimately you get there if you deserve to and if not, it's because you weren't good enough! I know!

No, you've got it all wrong! It also depends on what the respective "readers" for the literary agency decide what they like! I'm quite convinced that brilliant books have ended in the recycle bin because these reading "imbeciles" were not immediately inspired by them!

Walter wrote: "It makes me happy to help...and nice how amazon let's people pick which review sold them on the book. :)

I wasn't aware that option exists. Thank you for making us aware of it, Tammy. :)"

You are very welcome!

As I said, it's Darwinian. But yes I'm sure some great stuff meets the bin.

James wrote: "As I said, it's Darwinian. But yes I'm sure some great stuff meets the bin."

I am going to move your book up in my line up. It sounds like you could use some positive things right now. I am half through a current book. After the review I will work on yours all weekend. I will review on Goodreads Amazon ( which could help you sell more if readers like my review) I have helped sell for two other authors starting out. I will paste the review wherever it will help you. Smile , it helps. Laugh it is contagious and sends endorphins throughout your body. But, most of all, have faith James. ((Hugs))

No don't worry it's okay. I shouldn't whinge I've got a feature film writing credit, even though I didn't make anything I got to see my cool film script acted out. And, it turned out great. Okay, you'll have to take my word for that. It's just, writing gets frustrating. So competitive! When I watch one of those documentaries where the dinosours are wiped out and this little rat-thing, an early mammal, hangs tough and finds its niche, I love it. It became us. If it can go from a rat-thing to a people-thing, and win, so can I. If that makes sense. Thanks for the support.

Tempest wrote: "Hi everyone!

Just wanted to mention my new book, Echo Island! It's got vampires, werewolves, shapeshifters, witches, etc... Here's a short blurb and where you can find it! :)

Having been alive f..."
LOVED IT! review done and posted on Facebook and Pinterest ! Thanks for the honor!

Jill wrote: "I have published both of my books on Smashwords.com. It's a great site to get e-books. They support just about every e-reader format and the prices range from free and up.
For a limited time A Vow ..."

I have started your first book and great! Will review then read second then review. I love writing the reviews. I am excited. Just wanted you to know that I haven't forgotten you. :)

Darn! It looks like I missed out on a couple of really good books.
That just shows I should pay more attention to this topic.

I only popped in to give the authors a heads up. I'll be sending out a list of 20 Questions to all interested Authors.

As part of the featured author spot we have going on Facebook. I thought I'd finally get the on the couch area up and running again . I'll be sending Authors a set of questions to answer at their leisure. It will be Featured Author of the Month, so I will get around to everyone who responds.

If you would like to take part please privately message me.

Hi all, I'm new to the group. My debut novel The Blood Poetry was published in August by Raw Dog Screaming Press. A recent review on Horror Talk said, "If one new horror book out there embodies the intelligence of great literary fiction with the best elements of psychological horror, The Blood Poetry has to be it."

It's available (paperback, e-book, hard cover) on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other sites. Think "Pentecostal, conjoined-twin vampires."

Regards,
Leland
Book Trailer: (YouTube)
Facebook:
facebook.com/thebloodpoetry
Website: www.TheBloodPoetry.com

My second ebook novel "Fangland" is available for a special offer of $0.99 on www.amazon.com/Fangland-ebook/dp/B009... for download.

The criminal underworld of the city of Eagleport is ruled with razor sharp intelligence and an iron fist.

Jimmy "Eyes" Glick and Abraham "Ghost" Jacobs both came through life the hardest of ways. A chilling combination since their orphanage origins, one a
fully fledged psychopath and the other a borderline sociopath.

The organised crime empire that they have built, has its foundations laid in betrayal, blood and pain. But now that empire is crumbling and their control is slipping. Their organisation is under threat from an enemy far more different and dangerous than anything they could of ever possibly imagined.

As Ghost fights to maintain his tenuous grip over their kingdom and Jimmy's sanity, he's about to discover that some betrayals won't stay buried.

An intelligent horror thriller with depth, that mixes vampires and gangsters, The Untouchables meets the Undead

Dare you read posts from the undead? Friending Allie could be your first step toward joining their world. Directions on how to become a Zombie in the comical spoof, Facebook Zombies. Just in time for Halloween. Trick or treat.. "I kind of like the new timeline. Takes me back to my younger years when I wore heels and sported an Aigner bag. Now I’m lucky if I can slip into a pair of flip flops and carry a zip lock bag. Everything is so much harder now. The hunt for food. Dragging the lifeless bodies back home. Kind of miss the old days when all it took to make me smile was a peck on the cheek and a Happy Meal…"
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Jill wrote: "A Vow of Tears: The First Vow

Ten years ago, Sara buried her husband and father.
Last month, she buried her mother.
Two weeks ago, her only child was kidnapped and she was left for dead.
Today, Sa..."

My first stand alone release is here!

A shifter faces an arranged mating. A woman escapes her past. One night in Vegas could change their lives.

Unable to get out of an arranged mating to a female he despises, jaguar shifter Solomon Martinez has come to Las Vegas for his last night of freedom.

Although haunted by the past, Hannah Evans is determined to put both it and her fears behind her, and has come Las Vegas to make a new start.

But one night in Vegas can change your life and Hannah and Sol find themselves drawn together in a way that neither of them could have imagined.

I recently released Betrayed, the first in my Vampires of Splendor Trilogy.


I also just released Primitive Instincts. It will be searchable on Amazon before the end of the day today.

Hi all...Carolyn here, I'm a moderator of this board but I am also a new author. My book "Enchanted Immortals" debuted last weekend. Check it out! Synopsis below.
http://www.amazon.com/Enchanted-Immor...

Thomas never thought he would live this long; he expected the usual lifespan of 60 to 70 years. But one terrifying night in 1946 San Francisco has changed all that; he has now been alive 86 years and still looks 20. He and his associates, Jonathan and Kathryn, have been granted Immortality by a group of sylphs belonging to the Zie – led by their queen, Malina – who possess an elixir called Enchantment. But what they and the rest of the Immortals have to do in order to keep receiving this elixir involves protecting sylphs and humans from the faeworlders – vampires and shapeshifters – who want nothing more than to eat, violate, and kill them. For Jonathan, Thomas, and Kathryn, policing the fae is a dirty job, but somebody has to do it. And the payment is eternally priceless.

FREE today through Sun.11/4 The Halloween Issue of Poetry In Motion. Witches, Ghosts and Goblins!

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Poetry-In-Mot...

Hi every one, I was wondering if anyone wanted a pdf copy of my book Conceive - Book One in the Blood Moon Chronicles, in exchange for a review here and on amazon. I would return the favor.

(It is a very short read)

http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/14...

Sophie is just your average teenage girl who's world gets turned upside down by the handsome stranger in her dreams.

It would be a good idea to fix that 'whose'...

Hey, guys. I'm a new author and I'm looking to give away free copies of my ebook, The Lady of Chains and Other Stories in return for some honest reviews.

Amazon Synopsis:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Lady-Chains-O...

“Remember; you have seventy-two hours to do the deed and not a moment longer. Cut her throat and remove her heart. That, my girl, is the only way to destroy the wretched creature.”

Greylock. A city supported by a network of scaffolding, bleeding rust and wheezing steam. Patrolled by an army of ‘metal men’—creatures who’re designed for nothing more than to kill and destroy. Nothing grows. Nothing truly lives.

The tower stands like an ice-pick, pushing through a snarl of thorns, resting upon the outskirts of Greylock. Its shadow is cast across the city like an elongated clock-hand, chipping away the hours, the days. The years. It is home to the Lady of Chains, a woman incarcerated without a sentence. A woman who almost single-handedly destroyed the world . . .

Viola, a young orphan girl, has been thrust into this nightmarish world by the devious Mrs Casket, caretaker of the tower and maid to the mysterious lady. She’s been given a task which could either see her demise or be her salvation.

But who is the Lady of Chains? And why does she insist that she is connected to Viola? With the clock ticking and the metal men drawing near, Viola is about to learn that not everything is what it seems . . .

A spellbinding fantasy with elements of steampunk.

*****

INCLUDES THE SHORT STORIES;
Hansel and Gretel
Rogan and the Gargoyle
The Silent World

BONUS MATERIAL:
Also contains an preview of the up-coming vampire horror novel, The Fragile Things.

The stories are a mix of fantasy and horror. If anybody is interested, feel free to message me. It would be highly appreciated.

Thanks for your time!

V.

Hi All,
Wanted to share the synopsis for my upcoming book Ties By Blood. This is the 2nd book in my Shadow World Series. Book 1: Uniquely Unwelcome can be found on Amazon, ibookstore, lulu, and soon through createspace for paperback.

Anyway on to the synopsis for Book 2:

As someone with four Shadow bloodlines, Racquel is uniquely unwelcome even among her fellow werewolves, shape-shifters, vampires, and witches. Growing up, she was bullied and tormented for being a “hybrid,” a condition frowned upon by Shadow society. After saving her sister and a number of other kidnapped Shadows from a diabolical plot to create a Shadow army, many have found a new respect for Racquel, but she is far from accepted in Shadow society, and the evil is far from over.

To complicate matters, Racquel now finds herself torn between two brothers. Coy is caring and has helped Racquel through her struggles, and Micah, who Racquel has only met once but who is somehow, having dream conversations with him. Racquel becomes torn between following her heart while breaking it at the same time.

In the second installment of the Shadow World series, Racquel and her sister Addie face off with the Shadow leaders against a threat that could bring the world to its knees. Power will be pushed to its limit, hearts will be broken, and some will pay the ultimate price as Racquel and her group of Shadows fight against an ancient evil that is determined to make the earth bleed and Racquel with it.

Coming Soon!

Here is my plug for my new vampire novel. Blood Flows Like Wine, takes a different approach to vampire novels and discusses the realities of vampire/human interaction and attempts to answer a lot of the questions most vampire stories want readers to just assume. Blood Flows Like Wine, the first book in the Vampire Wealth Chronicles series, was released yesterday on Amazon for the Kindle.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/ASIN/B00AEFFHRW

http://www.facebook.com/vampirewealth... (If you like my page, let me know you're from Goodreads and this group)

The Orb of Truth

Epic Fantasy adventure novel, The Orb of Truth, is now available on Amazon. Free book giveaways on Goodreads.
It is in print and ebook format on amazon and is getting great reviews. The 2nd book, The Dragon God, will be out in 2013, and the 3rd, The Vampire King, is in the works.

Happy reading and please friend me and add my book to your page.
https://www.facebook.com/theorboftruth

“It’s a cross between Lord of the Rings and the Wizard of OZ where you will be swept away into a magical land of Dwarves, Elves, and Halflings.”
—Brae Wyckoff

Vampire Alert!! https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fb...

Over the weekend, the author visited the Serbian vampire villages of Zarožje and Kisiljevo. Zarožje is home to the watermill of the vampire Sava Savanović. Kisiljevo is the home to the vampire Peter Plogojowitz and the first recorded mention of the word "vampire" in history. During the course of the next weeks, the author will share photos, video, and excerpts from his interviews with the villagers in a series entitle "The Vampire Hunter".

Make certain to add the "Kiss of the Butterfly" page to your "interests" list on Facebook to receive all the latest information.

new cover for my book.

I think it is really cool

What do you think?

Paul wrote: "new cover for my book.

I think it is really cool

What do you think?

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I LIKE IT!!!

Paul wrote: "new cover for my book.

I think it is really cool

What do you think?

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That is one striking cover. Certainly caught my eye! :)

Paul wrote: "new cover for my book.

I think it is really cool

What do you think?

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i like it. that is a really mysterious looking cover.

cool. thanks for the positive responses. I think I made the right choice to change book cover.

cheers

Love the cover, it's dark and seems to celebrate the darker side to the mythology which seems to have vanished these days. Have a look at my cover, I don't think it could get any different. www.thevarcolacjournals.com I love the fact that it isn't what you expect from a Vampire cover. I had great fun with the photographer and the model and the blood.

Denial

This is my first novel, it is a very british vampire novel and set in Leeds, Faith is thirty one years old. Her domineering boyfriend bites her, then dumps her and the story tells of her struggle to come to terms with what happened.

It's a really interesting and new look at the Vampire legend using romany mythology mixed with a dry british humour. Have a look and tell me what you think.

Oh if you buy the book in the next three months the royalties go to Lex strong's treatment fund have a look at www.facebook.com/battleofthebooksforlex

Hi Everyone, I'm new to the group and also am a writer.

RPW

Hi all. My latest novel asks the question. How does a vampire fight a modern Third Reich determined to exterminate his race? And answers it with: Any bloody way he can.

This is the first novel in my Judgment series. It's very different. It isn't sweet-apple-pie reading. It's fast paced action with hot romance. It can be found at Amazon. www.amazon.com/Blood-Judgment-Series-...

V. wrote: "Paul wrote: "new cover for my book.

I think it is really cool

What do you think?

"

That is one striking cover. Certainly caught my eye! :)"

I agree, nice cover.

Free SAT-SUN Dec.28-29 for Zombie fans everywhere.

Dare you read posts from the undead? Friending Allie could be your first step toward joining their world. Directions on how to become a Zombie in the comical spoof, Facebook Zombies.
"I kind of like the new timeline. Takes me back to my younger years when I wore heels and sported an Aigner bag. Now I’m lucky if I can slip into a pair of flip flops and carry a zip lock bag. Everything is so much harder now. The hunt for food. Dragging the lifeless bodies back home. Kind of miss the old days when all it took to make me smile was a peck on the cheek and a Happy Meal…"
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Thank you for the opportunity. The Vistira Trilogy is in the Romance/Fantasy genre.

Paul wrote: "cool. thanks for the positive responses. I think I made the right choice to change book cover.

cheers"

V. wrote: "Paul wrote: "new cover for my book.

I think it is really cool

What do you think?

"

That is one striking cover. Certainly caught my eye! :)"

That is a very impressive image. Good choice of colors, very eye-catching. Extremely well done!

Nickie wrote: "Hi all. My latest novel asks the question. How does a vampire fight a modern Third Reich determined to exterminate his race? And answers it with: Any bloody way he can.

This is the first novel in ..."

Intriguing storyline. I look forward to hearing more.

Robin wrote: "Hi Everyone, I'm new to the group and also am a writer.

RPW"

Wow let me just say awesome storyline keep up the awesome work :)

do any of our authors dabble in poetry? the writing competition need more entries( otherwise its not a competition is it?!).
if you would like to enter, my advice is that you check out the January rules and info topic, to get the information you need. and then when you are ready head on over to the other January topic to put your entry in. and don't forget there is prizes to be won. so good luck!

Hi I'm Sebastian, I live in the UK. I have been interested in vampires and horror for a long time and so a few years back decided to write my own erotic Vampire stories, friends said they were great and I should get them published. Last year in November I finally gained the courage to put them onto Kindle.
although this is the UK amazon link it is also on the amazon.com site as well.

To Die For (The Vampyre Compendium part 1)

A Collection of Vampire tales with an erotic twist.

To Die For! is an enthralling book which seduces the reader with erotic and romantic tales set against a historical backdrop that is rich with vampiric lore.

The book begins when an old book is found by chance, and becomes the inspiration for a very unusual dinner party where the story of the Vampire, Daniel is retold. The narrative takes the reader on a very memorable journey, from 12th century France to 19th century London, in which this unique creature of the night reaches out to embrace and captivate minds of his audience.

Allow yourself to be guided through the lives and desires of these beautiful yet dangerous creatures of the night. Learn about the origins of the Vampires and discover the story of how Bram Stoker wrote Dracula.

Step into the darkness of this book for a short time, where it is easy to imagine the caress of the cold flesh against your warmth, and hear the tantalising and desirable words spoken that only you can hear. See the world as never seen with human eyes and discover the vampire within your own erotic yet mortal soul.

To Die For! Is an erotic, amusing and thought provoking book with meaningful story lines, it will draw you in to a world from which you may never wish to return; the memories will tease you forever.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/To-Die-For-eb...


I am on Facebook under Sebastian N Drake.
Many thanks for letting me post and promote this here.
Bless you all

The Betrayals of Grim's Peak:

"The next ‘big’ YA fantasy series! This is a truly great read!"
(Amy Lignor - Professional Reviewer - The Write Companion/Feathered Quill/Bookpleasures/Kensington)

"I loved the adventure and everything else about this book. Highly recommended!" GBixlerReviews

"Mystery, coming of age, and a truly magical world, GRIM'S PEAK will leave you
breathless and wanting more! The Harry Potter of today!"

"I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I found myself at many times laughing and feeling like I was part of the magical world that is Grim's Peak."

"One of the very few YA books that I've enjoyed so far. A lot of fun."

“Great story! Very creative! There had BETTER be a sequel!!!”

"Step aside Dean Koontz, Stephen King and J.K Rowling, make room for Sean Quirk."

"This could eventually be the next Harry Potter."

"If you're of the Harry Potter generation then you'll love this one."

"I've read some great books recently but this one has to be right at the top of the list of the ones I've enjoyed most."

"An amazing experience."

See www.seanjquirk.wix.com/grimspeak
www.twitter.com/seanjquirk

The Betrayals of Grim's Peak

Hello,
My name is Lois Lewandowski and I am a new member of this group. I wanted to alert the members that there are only a few days left to enter the giveaway for my second novel. Two signed copies are available. Good luck!
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17...