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Brooke

I'm a 38-year-old wife and mama of 3 girls and I live in Ohio.

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Aug 16 2013
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Alyssa McCarthy’s Magical Missions, Book 1, From Frights to Flaws by Sunayna Prasad

Alyssa McCarthy’s Magical Missions, Book 1, From Frights to Flaws by Sunayna Prasad

Alyssa McCarthy’s Magical Missions, Book 1, From Frights to Flaws by Sunayna Prasad
Genre: MG Fantasy

Twelve-year-old Alyssa McCarthy can no longer stand the toughness of her uncle and wants a better life. But one day she discovers not only the existence of magic, but also a villain hunting her down. The villain uses magic and magical technology to kidnap Alyssa to the Fiji Islands. As much as she wants to go home, she has to face some dangerous challenges first. Not only that, the villain himself must also be defeated. Can Alyssa succeed, even with the help of her mentors?

Excerpt

The sound of the rain banging against the window distracted Alyssa from washing her lunch dishes. She stared out the window …

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Aug 16 2013
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Cover Reveal: Strangers by A.L. Parks

Cover Reveal: Strangers by A.L. Parks

Strangers by A.L. Parks

Bereaved bride Abby Clark is tortured by visions of the fatal crash that took her fiancée on their wedding day.  She succumbs to a dark existence where loneliness, sadness and nightmares dwell; until handsome, brooding Bryce Holden walks through the door of her favorite coffee shop, wearing the same cloak of despair and grief.  Abby discovers in Bryce someone who understands love and loss, and soon their close friendship grows into a deep love.  But ghosts make strange bedfellows, and Abby is forced to battle the tormenting images that continue to haunt her, and confront the ethereal presence of a beloved wife to protect her future with Bryce.  

Good Choice Reading …

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Aug 15 2013
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The Photo Traveler by Arthur J. Gonzalez

The Photo Traveler by Arthur J. Gonzalez

The Photo Traveler by Arthur J. Gonzalez
The Photo Traveler Series
Book One
Genre: Young Adult Science Fiction

Publisher: Fahrenheit Publishing
Date of Publication: Feb 20, 2013
Number of pages: 420 pages
Word Count: 87K

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Book Description:

Seventeen-year-old Gavin Hillstone is resigned to being miserable for the rest of his life. Left alone in the world after his parents died in a fire when he was four, he was placed in foster care, which for him meant ending up in an abusive home with an alcoholic adoptive father. Gavin’s only escape is in taking and …

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Aug 15 2013
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{Cover Reveal} Layers by Sigal Ehrlich

{Cover Reveal} Layers by Sigal Ehrlich

Layers by Sigal Ehrlich
Publication date: October, 2013
Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance
Cover designed by: MAEI Design

Synopsis:
According to Hayley love is a subject of ridicule, a myth created by hopeless romantics.

When Hayley makes a resolution to declare her loose lifestyle era R.I.P, it’s all good in theory…

That is until she meets Daniel Stark, a well-respected, mid-thirties business man who is known for his short temper, lack of steady relationships as well as his strict preserve of his private life.

Opinionated, sharp tongued Hayley accidently steps into his office leaving Daniel resolved to put Hayley in her place and have her in his bed.

Both Hayley and Daniel can’t avoid the immediate instigation of the attraction between them.

In a unanimously agreed upon verdict …

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Aug 14 2013
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{Promo} Phantom by Laura DeLuca

{Promo} Phantom by Laura DeLuca

Phantom (Dark Musicals #1)
by Laura DeLuca
Young Adult Romance
Categories:Mystery/Thriller
Publisher:Pagan Writers Press
Release Date:April 11, 2012
Heat Level:Sweet
Word Count:85,560

Available at:
Amazon- http://www.amazon.com/Phantom-ebook/dp/B007Q3W7XC/
Barnes & Noble – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/phantom-laura-deluca/1109825093?ean=9780984680092
Smashwords – http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/146617

Description:
The “Phantom” was a musical phenomenon that Rebecca had always found enchanting. She had no idea that her life was about to mirror the play that was her obsession. When her high school drama club chooses “Phantom” as their annual production, Rebecca finds herself in the middle of an unlikely love triangle and the target of a sadistic stalker who uses the lines from the play as their calling card.

Rebecca lands the lead role of Christine, the opera diva, and like her character, she is torn between her two co-stars—Tom the surfer …

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Aug 13 2013
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Getting Back to Normal by Marilyn Levinson

Getting Back to Normal by Marilyn Levinson

Disclosure: I received an electronic copy of this book in exchange for my honest opinion. My opinion was not influenced by this in any way. Post contains affiliate links; thank you for supporting this blog!

Getting Back to Normal by Marilyn Levinson
Genre: YA/Grades 6-8
Published by: Untreed Reads Publishing
Release Date: May 29, 2013

Sixth-grader Vannie Taylor’s mom has just died. Her father’s completely lost without his wife and brings Vannie and her younger brother to live in a dismal cottage on the estate where he manages craft fairs, dinners, and other events.

A ghost named Archie befriends Vannie, and helps her prepare a wonderful supper for her brother. After Vannie discovers Archie’s secret, he asks Vannie to help him make amends …

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Aug 12 2013
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Ten Years Later by Hoda Kotb

Ten Years Later by Hoda Kotb

Disclosure: I received this audiobook courtesy of Simon & Schuster in exchange for my honest opinion. This did not influence my opinion in any way.

Ten Years Later
Six People Who Faced Adversity and Transformed Their Lives
By Hoda Kotb
Read by: Hoda Kotb

New York Times bestselling author and beloved Today show co-anchor tells the incredible stories of people who, when faced with impossibly challenging or tragic life situations, persevere—and even thrive—and asks, What if you, facing a game-changing event or decision right now, could see ten years into the future?

Through years of perseverance, purpose, and passion, Hoda Kotb landed a spot with Kathie Lee on the Today show, won numerous journalism awards, and gained valuable life lessons. Now, after captivating audiences in …

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Aug 12 2013
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The Twins of Devonshire by Dan O'Brien

The Twins of Devonshire by Dan O'Brien

The Twins of Devonshire by Dan O’Brien

Welcome to the third day of The Twins of Devonshire and the Curse of the Widow blog tour. It will run until August 17th and will feature excerpts and new author interviews each day. But first, here is the obligatory blurb about the novel to settle you into this strange world:

A plague has covered the land, a single word on the lips of the frightened masses: the Widow. Washing a wave of terror over the countryside and then disappearing like a thief in the night, the Widow holds a kingdom in the palm of her hand. The eyes of Chaos have settled on Prima Terra and heroes must rise. Xeno Lobo, enigmatic and …

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Aug 12 2013
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{Reviews} First Frost and Glass Frost, by Liz DeJesus

{Reviews} First Frost and Glass Frost, by Liz DeJesus

Disclosure: I received eBook copies of First Frost and Glass Frost, by Liz DeJesus, in exchange for my honest opinion. This has not influenced my opinion in any way. This post does contain affiliate links. Thank you for supporting my blog!

Fairytales aren’t real…yeah…that’s exactly what Bianca thought. She was wrong.

For generations, the Frost family has run the Museum of Magical and Rare Artifacts, handing down guardianship from mother to daughter, always keeping their secrets to “family only.”

Gathered within museum’s walls is a collection dedicated to the Grimm fairy tales and to the rare items the family has acquired: Cinderella’s glass slipper, Snow White’s poisoned apple, the evil queen’s magic mirror, Sleeping Beauty’s enchanted spinning wheel…

Seventeen-year-old Bianca …

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Aug 10 2013
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Make A Plate Art Project

Make A Plate Art Project

I’ve just been given the opportunity to review the Make A Plate Art Project and I’m looking forward to sharing it with you! If you want to follow along, my readers save 30% on their Prepaid Art Plate Kit. (that’s a savings of over $5!) – How awesome is that! Just use PROMO CODE: USFAMILY at http://www.makit.com/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductCode=K1100PP

Makit has been in business for over 40 years. Make A Plate kits allow children to let their creativity soar in crafting a lasting gift for Mom, Dad, Grandparent or teacher. All Make A Plates are nontoxic, BPA-Free, dishwasher safe and proudly made in the USA. I think my girls are going to have a super fun time making …

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