Thursday, December 30, 2021

Blog Tour: Merry Christmas, Eve! by Adam Wallace #blogtour #giveaway #childrensbook #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours

 



 

Children's Picture Book

Date Published: December 4, 2020

Publisher: Krueger Wallace Press & Riven Rock Projects



Christmas is coming and the Christmas spirit is nowhere to be found. There’s only one little elf with the get-up-and-go to find it. Meet Eve . . .



About the Author

New York Times, Amazon and USA Today Bestselling author who loves writing stories that make children laugh and get excited about reading and drawing and writing . I also love taking naps and listening to music. Not at the same time.

I have over 80 books published and out in the world, and love each one as if it were my child ... except if that child is like really naughty and always breaks my favourite things and writes bad words on the walls of our house.

None of my books are like that.

From How to Catch books to How to Draw books. From gross books to action and adventure books. From inspirational to just plain funny, there's something here for kids of all reading abilities, and all ranges of interests.


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A Love Story, In Sickness and In Health

Nonfiction

Publication Date: October 12, 2021



Mike Murphy’s dream came true when he found the love of his life. Nine months later, he found a lump in her breast that would change the course of their love story forever. In this moving and honest memoir, Mike tells the story of his wife Margot’s nine-year battle with cancer and the courageous attitude with which she lived each day of her life. He also offers a window into the often-overlooked role of the caregiver, sharing his own struggles with unflinching honesty, humor and insight.


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PROMO Blitz: Mom, I Want a Pony by Lois Poster #promo #childrensbook #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours @MKWebsiteandSEO

 

 

Children's Book

Publication Date: May 25, 2021

Publisher: MindStir Media



Mom I Want a Pony is the story of a young girl and her love for a pony. It was written with the hope that any child who has ever said those words - and any parent who has ever heard them - will read it and understand not only what is involved in this relationship, but also what is necessary to make it a safe and rewarding experience for all concerned.


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Wednesday, December 29, 2021

PROMO Blitz: Mistress of Rye by Emma Reid #promo #regencyromance #historicalromance #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours @MKWebsiteandSEO

 

 

Regency Romance

Publication Date: July 21, 2021

Publisher: Palmetto Publishing



In this intriguing Regency romance, Lady Katherine's stepbrother has tried to assault her in order to force a marriage and obtain her inheritance. She mistakenly believes she has killed him in self-defense, and so, she has to run away to escape the gallows. She must avoid scandal at all costs. She must protect the family name so her brother, who is missing in the Napoleonic wars, can return home to claim his rightful inheritance. Seeking shelter from the law, Lady Katherine offers herself as mistress to the enigmatic Duke of Rye, a national hero. She plans to leave the country the moment her brother is back on English soil. The duke, himself traumatized by the war, takes her as his mistress, thinking she is an imposter or an actress. But, as he comes to appreciate her noble qualities and her courage, he cannot help falling in love with her in spite of the difference in their station. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to her, both her brother and the duke belong to a secret group within the War Office. The group is currently focused on rescuing her brother, while also searching for his missing sister who has suddenly disappeared. No one in the group suspects that the missing sister is the duke's new, mysterious mistress. But what will happen when they do? What will happen when the duke finds out he is harboring a murderess?


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PROMO Blitz: The Sceptre by B. E. Boucher #promo #youngadult #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours @MKWebsiteandSEO

 

 

A Jonster the Monster and the Bear Adventure

Young Adult

Date Published: March 22, 2021


Did you ever dream of traveling to an alternate universe? I actually did it. I am the Bear, high school kid.

My life-long wish has been to find my mother who disappeared when I was a baby. And Indian medicine man told me it was possible to find her, but I would have to look in the magical kingdom of his ancestors. My friends said they would go with me if I gave it a shot. So I did. Be careful what you wish for. We promptly found ourselves in a fantasy land where we met Uriah, a talking cocker spaniel. He told me my destiny was sealed by an ancient scroll that prophesied an unlikely hero who would come out of nowhere to save his homeland from destruction by an evil king. He said I was that hero. No pressure.

Life in Uriah's world is one big twist. Nothing is what it seems. Both good and evil attempt to trick me at every turn, and I continually struggle to separate illusion from reality. My friends might not be who I think they are, and I am forced to trust my life to a lovable, but self-centered dog. I could use a little help. Join me. Together we can solve the secret of the Sceptre.


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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

PROMO Blitz: Black, White and Gray All Over by Fredrick Douglass Reynolds #promo #nonfiction #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours @MKWebsiteandSEO

 


 Nonfiction

Date Published: August 18, 2021



From shootouts and robberies to riding in cars with pimps and prostitutes, Frederick Reynolds' early manhood experiences in Detroit, Michigan in the 1960s foretold a future on the wrong side of the prison bars. Frederick grew up a creative and sensitive child but found himself lured down the same path as many Black youth in that era. No one would have guessed he would have a future as a cop in one of the most dangerous cities in America in the 1980s---Compton, California. From recruit to detective, Frederick experienced a successful career marked by commendations and awards. The traumatic and highly demanding nature of the work, however, took its toll on both his family and personal life---something Frederick was able to conquer but only after years of distress and regret.


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Frederick Douglass Reynolds is a former Compton police officer and a retired LA County Sheriff’s Homicide Sergeant with a combined 32 years of experience working some of the worst areas of Los Angeles County. He retired in 2017 with over seventy-five commendations including a Chief’s Citation, five Chief’s commendations, one Exemplary Service Award, two Distinguished Service Awards, two Distinguished Service Medals, one city of Carson Certificate of Commendation, three City of Compton Certificate of Recognition, one city of Compton Public Service Hero award, one California State Assembly Certificate of Recognition, two State Senate Certificates of Recognition, a County of Los Angeles Certificate of Commendation, one Meritorious Service Award, two City of Compton Employee of the Year Awards, and two California Officer of the Year awards. He lives in Southern California with his wife, Carolyn, and their daughter Lauren and their young son, Desmond. They have six other adult children and nine grandchildren.


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Monday, December 27, 2021

PROMO Blitz: Yaley by L. Vincent #promo #childrensbook #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours @BookBuzznet

 

 


Children's Book

Date Published: December 22, 2020

Publisher: Lulu.com



Everyone in the village is scared of the deadly elephants that roam nearby. Everyone except for Yaley. So when King Norman takes her brother along with all the other men in the village as prisoners, Yaley sets out with the elephants and the women of the village to get them back. But how can a small girl triumph against an empire?

A tale of courage, bravery, and the power of love.




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Thursday, December 23, 2021

PROMO Blitz: The Eye of the Storm by James R. Hughes #promo #youngadult #yascifi #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours

 

 

YA Science Fiction

Date Published: 11-23-2021

Publisher: Novel Treasure Publishing LLC


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Two brothers, one prophesied for greatness, one unworthy of a gift. Both must face a cataclysmic event that could wipe out not just their herd but all life as they know it.

As the days grow darker and the impending danger is upon them, the Stargazers have reason for hope in young Bravehorn — the one deemed the Chosen One.

But they are not the only herd who knows about the prophecy. Dark forces have their own plans for him, and Bravehorn soon learns that life as the Chosen One is not all fun and games.

While his older brother struggles with living in his shadow, he struggles with the responsibility of his new acclaim. One he’s not sure he wants anymore.

Both brothers will have their loyalty and faith tested in a battle as old as time— light versus dark, good versus evil, as each discovers the true meaning of sacrifice.

***This story is a captivating blend of science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. For readers 13 years old and up who enjoy books such as Chronicles of Narnia, Lord of the Rings, and A Wrinkle in Time.


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An accountant by day, James Hughes also has a love of writing, through which he hopes provides readers the same magic that books provided him during his teenage years and allows them to discover God’s grace for themselves. Previously, James wrote a weekly lifestyle & faith column for the local newspaper. "The Eye of the Storm" is his debut novel.

James makes his home in Carrollton, Georgia, where he enjoys staying active, exploring new cuisines, and spending time with his wife.


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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Blog Tour: Scattered Legacy by Marlene Bell #blogtour #interview #giveaway #mystery #suspense #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours

 


Murder in Southern Italy, Book 3

Mystery/Suspense

Date Published: Nov 4, 2021

Publisher: Ewephoric Publishing


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Antiquities expert Annalisse Drury and tycoon Alec Zavos revel in a love affair peppered with treasure hunting, grand adventure, and the occasional dead body.

It’s autumn when Alec arranges a getaway from them to visit is mother’s birthplace in Bari, Italy—a no-drama vacation to transfer his car company to a rival. But before they can depart New York, murder makes its familiar reappearance.

Accompanied by detective friend Bill Drake, Annalisse and Alec find themselves embroiled in a behind-closed-doors conspiracy that threatens the reputation and legacy of Alec’s late father—linking him to the Mafia. An ancient rosary propels Annalisse down crooked paths to expose the truth as they uncover answers none of them are prepared for.

 



Interview

Is There a Message in Your Novel That You Want Readers to Grasp?

 

Thank you for having me in your interview!

 

I tend to accentuate flawed characters because all of us are imperfect human beings. The people in my books may have money and material things, but they are no better off than the rest of us. Even though the stories take place in destinations most of us won’t visit during our lifetimes, the characters portrayed manage to stay real and deal with more trouble than any couple should have thrust upon them! Message: You don’t need excess wealth to be happy with what God gave us all.

 

 

 

Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

 

Pushing myself to remember that I can’t please everyone who reads my work. I pay a lot of attention to reader reviews. The not-so-flattering ones, especially. With each new book, previous reviews are fresh in my mind as I write, and I’m careful not to make the same mistakes twice. Writing is subjective, and readers have their preferences. Because I have mixed the mystery genre with adventure, suspense, and some romance, most find the nuances refreshing, but sometimes an occasional naysayer jumps out at me. Coloring outside of the lines is what I do. It’s a challenge not to get too far away from the mystery genre.

 

 

 

How many books have you written and which is your favorite?

 

Counting the memoir that began my journey, I’ve written a total of five (5) full-length books. Since one of the works is a children’s picture book about a lamb we raised in our laundry room, I would have to say that I have two favorites. The children’s book, Mia and Nattie: One Great Team, because I tell the true story of Natalie, the only lamb to live in our home for two months. She was a special sheep, and everyone seems to like the fact that the book tells of actual events.

 

As far as fiction is concerned, I have to say my vote goes to the recent release, Scattered Legacy, book three, as the favorite of the series so far. The opening scene mistakes in book one was behind me— the eight long years to get Stolen Obsession into print were rough. I had a few editor issues with the first two books when it dawned on me that some of the critics were citing errors that pointed to the need to find a more suitable copy editor. In Scattered Legacy I did just that. The prose flows more smoothly and dialog issues of the previous books disappeared. The editors I’ve used were all professional and excellent, but not every editor works for every author. The editor needs to be a good fit. Scattered Legacy was a pleasure to write and I like the end result.

 

 

 

 

If You had the chance to cast your main character from Hollywood today, who would you pick and why?

 

That is an easy answer. Anne Hathaway. One of my favorite roles for her was when she played opposite Meryl Streep in The Devil Wears Prada. Anne’s character as Andrea reminds me of Annalisse Drury, the pretty brunette in my series. Andy’s smart and tries a little too hard to please, only to get in trouble with her peers and the boss. That’s until she picks herself up and goes after what she wants—landing where she started—on her original career path. Annalisse is making her own mistakes even though the characterization has similarities.

 

 

 

When did you begin writing?

 

On a dare, parents in our 4H group asked me to write a book on raising sheep. We have had sheep since I met my husband in 1979, remarking to the club how much training they still needed with their animals. Many of the parents had been involved in other clubs for five years. I was shocked at the lack of sheep knowledge the kids had.

 

The memoir was published in 2009. I had so much fun writing this silly book, I decided that writing fiction was my next adventure. Ha! I look back on that now and laugh. I had no idea what was involved, and had to begin from the beginning. Reading everything I could get my hands on that involved crafting well-written fiction. I laid out about a year just to research the subject. Like I mentioned earlier, it took me eight long years to publish that first work of fiction. A book that’s won some prestigious awards!

 

 

 

How long did it take you to complete your first book?

 

The book about raising sheep took me approximately two years to complete. It’s easier when the text mentions skills that we already had. Writing non-fiction came much easier to me than using my imagination.

 

 

 

Did you have an author who inspired you to become a writer?

 

No. On the contrary. I was an artist and photographer, never dreaming of writing anything! Part of my early writing issues stemmed from not reading enough. I had it in my mind that if I read another author’s work, I would tend to plagiarize them. What I’ve found is just the opposite. The more one reads, the easier it is to write.

 

 

 

What is your favorite part of the writing process?

 

The research! I love history and incorporate historical events and descriptions into my books. The Annalisse character is an antiquities valuator which I use as a segue into the past. I have an admission to my readers... None of the places I write about have ever met my eyes in person. I purchase history books and travel guides to be sure that the information written in each installment is accurate. I don’t use the internet for research unless I’m searching for actual photos of vacation spots. People on vacation tend to show actual location pictures.

 

A word of caution; using the Google listings for research…is researcher beware. The internet is loaded with opinion and hearsay. Wikipedia is nothing more than a compilation of people’s beliefs and opinions blended with facts. The internet is generally a landmine wasteland to navigate through.  

 

 

 

Describe your latest book in 4 words.

 

THE TRUTH HAS CLAWS

 

 

 

Can you share a little bit about your current work or what is in the future for your writing?

 

Sure! In book four, Annalisse and Alec will be taking a break from each other. The ending in Scattered Legacy will explain their issues, but I won’t spoil the end of the book here. Book four (unnamed as of yet,) takes place on the South Island of New Zealand at a sheep station, where Anna meets up with a past character or two from a previous book. Anna and Alec’s relationship is tenuous in the next novel, but don’t give up on the couple yet! I’m currently researching the differences between the way we manage sheep here in the US and what stations do with their animals down under. My hands-on sheep experience will come in handy. The story is currently in the outline stages. January 2022, I hope to start the first chapter and get to work!

 

 

 

 About the Author


Marlene M. Bell is an award-winning writer and acclaimed artist as well as a photographer. Her sheep landscapes grace the covers of Sheep!, The Shepherd, Ranch & Rural Living, and Sheep Industry News, to name a few.

Marlene and her husband, Gregg, reside in beautiful East Texas on a wooded ranch with their dreadfully spoiled horned Dorset sheep, a large Maremma guard dog named Tia, along with Hollywood, Leo, and Squeaks, the cats that believe they rule the household—and do.

 

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Blog Tour: Armera by Constance Meccarello-Gerson #blogtour #scifi #fantasy #interview #rabtbooktours @RABTBookTours

 


Sci-Fi & Fantasy

Date Published: 12-09-2021


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Two unlikely companions search for a kidnapped wizard in this fantasy novel.

The land of Armera is orbited by the moons of Vesti, colonized long ago by wizards escaping the planet’s terrible wars. Armera survived these conflicts, and benevolent wizards have returned to the planet, forming a Wizards Council to broker relations between the two civilizations. But now, DeMartize—Vesti’s greatest wizard—has been kidnapped by the evil twins Kal and Sak, and the colony blames the council. With war threatening, the high wizard Mernes the Mad brings together his 14-year-old apprentice, Peterzik, and Cedric, a 14-year-old “hero rescuer and thief,” for the job of saving DeMartize. Peterzik’s knowledge and Cedric’s accomplished thievery make them the perfect pair. 

Guided by a vision from the council, the two set out on their long and dangerous journey across challenging terrain. They’re beset by many daunting creatures to fight, negotiate with, or trick to get past; these include the Snow King, a fire dragon, a water monster, and a kingdom of bats. And the duo will still have to defeat the powerful and wicked twins, hoping to rescue DeMartize before war is declared. 




Interview

Is there a message in your novel you want readers to grasp?

 

 I would like readers to note that teens can be given a complicated issue, such as the quest that Cedric and Pete went on,  and still solve it.

 


Is there anything you find particularly challenging in your writing?

 

Writing for the characters’ ages. I didn’t want a reader to think my main characters were adults. Therefore, you must be careful with what they say, do, and react.

 


How many books have you written and which is your favorite?

 

I have written four. Three are the Hassle High series, Murder at Hassle High, Summertime Murder at Hassle High and French Cruises Can Kill You, a group of cozy mysteries, and the fourth is ARMERA. ARMERA is a sci fi , fantasy ,cozy mystery. I seem to always love the last one I write the best, I don’t know why, but it is true!

 

 

If you had a chance to cast your main character from Hollywood today, who would you pick and why?

 Max Charles would be great for Cedric. He is the right age and did an excellent job in his role of Zach Goodweather in  The Strain. 

 


When did you begin writing?

 

 My first short story was a sci fi  mystery strange enough, and I wrote it at age seven.

 


When did you complete your first book?

 

 I completed the first of the Hassle High series at sixty. I taught high school and college before that and was quite busy. Writing a complete book had to wait for retirement.

 


Did you have an author who inspired you to become a writer?

 

I always loved reading JRR Tolkien. He inspired me .


 

What is your favorite part of the writing process?

 

Creating dialogue. I love making characters talk.


 

Describe your latest book in four words.

 

Lighthearted, quest, strange creatures.

 


Can you share a little about your current work or what is in the future for your writing?

 

 Sure, I outlined Armera Two  which will have the same characters and a wizard sent on a secret mission to buy flying carpets. And I am working currently on Hassle High Book 4 , a cozy mystery with all my characters set in a college in Florida.

 



About the Author

Constance Meccarello-Gerson was born in Poughkeepsie N.Y. She is a graduate of Florida Southern College with a BA in Acting. She also attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. HB Studio, Actors Studio, in NYC. She is a member of SAG, Alpha Gamma Delta, Alpha Si Omega. Her MFA in Acting is from Brooklyn College. She has appeared on TV, film, and on stage in NYC. For 20 years she taught as a mentor and teacher of English and Theatre arts for the New York City Department of Education and for the University at Santa Cruz. She also taught for ten years as a Speech Coordinator at Touro College. She was an executive at Bloomingdales. Her writing as appeared in Reflections, also in the Best American Poets series. Currently she lives in NYC with her husband Alain, a parrot named Benji, and lots of fish.


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