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The Adventures of an Urban Fox: Maggie Arrives #ebookpromotion

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When I received the invite to review “The Adventures of an Urban Fox: Maggie Arrives”, by Yara Evans, I was more than thrilled for 2 reasons: Firstly, I have a four year old daughter who loves to listen to stories and look at pictures, and this book was age appropriate for her. Secondly, the book is actually an electronic version, which is what I prefer over hard core copy, as they are easier to access anywhere, anytime and do take up much space. So, without wasting anytime, I accepted the invite and very soon I was sent the electronic version of the book. Summary: Maggie is a magnificent red fox who lives in London, England. When Maggie first visits the garden at the back of a terraced house looking for food, she decides to venture further, winding up inside the house. In the living room, she comes upon the Black Cat and the Tabby Cat, the two feline residents, who give her a rather unwelcome reception. Undaunted, Maggie keeps returning to the garden and the house …

One to Go by Mike Pace #Giveaway #onetogomikepace

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Do you enjoy reading psychological or paranormal thrillers? If yes, then ONE TO GO by Mike Pace is a book you would not want to miss reading. The Story: Tom Booker is a new attorney at a powerful Washington law firm. Texting while driving across Memorial Bridge, he loses control and crashes into an oncoming minivan carrying his own daughter and three of her friends. The minivan tips up on two wheels, about to flip over into the Potomac. Time freezes, he’s alone on the bridge. A young couple approaches and offers him a re-wind. The crash would be averted, the children saved. All he must do is kill someone every two weeks—anyone—a “soul exchange.” A moment later, Tom is back in his spinning car, but avoids the deadly crash. He laughs about the hallucination, attributing it to bumping his head on the steering wheel when his car came to an abrupt stop. But his encounter wasn’t a hallucination. Two weeks later, the minivan driver is brutally murdered. Tom receives a text: one down, four to …

Racy Short Fiction Collections #heatherfowler

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I prefer reading books with short stories, where each chapter starts with a new story. It is so much fun to read and the suspense of what’s going to happen next doesn’t keep killing you until you finish reading the whole novel. Recently, I got a chance to review 3 books, by Heather Fowler which are collection of short stories: Suspended Heart (Aqueous Books, Dec. 2010), This Time, While We’re Awake (Aqueous Books, May 2013), and Elegantly Naked in My Sexy Mental Illness (Queen’s Ferry Press, May 2014). Fowler’s People with Holes was named a 2012 finalist for Foreword Reviews Book of the Year Award in Short Fiction. This Time, While We’re Awake was recently selected by artist Kate Protage for representation in the Ex Libris 100 Artists 100 Books exhibition this February and March in conjunction with the 2014 AWP Conference. What prompted me to read the books, apart from my liking to short stories, was the usual names. The names of book really caught my attention and my mind galloped to get a sense …

Ladies of the Lake by Ken Cordy #Ladiesofthelake

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” Getting away with murder. Seems unlikely, but in the gated community of Avalon it’s what’s in style. It all starts with Hudson’s accidental decapitation. It was a terrible accident. He was drunk and in the middle of a fight with his second wife. They both pressed the garage door button at the same time. The LAPD didn’t give it a second thought. Instead of grieving, his wife breathes free air again. She is a rich woman with freedom. The other wives secretly envy her. From the outside, Avalon seems like the ideal place to live; full of rich men and beautiful women. Six couples form a close-knit friendship; the men all golf together, the women all shop together, and their six children all skip school together. But the wives begin to resent feeling like possessions and realize that the men become crueler every day. When more husbands start dying, the so-called “Ladies of the Lake” find themselves under suspicion from the LAPD and their own children. The six children try to uncover their parents’ …

Be Positive Or Be Quiet by Mark E. Wilkins #‎bepositve‬

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Few months back, I saw a documentary which made me realize how by thinking negative we force nature to make negative happen. I don’t exactly remember the name, but I do remember that it is a very powerful documentary that made me understand the importance of being positive. Whatever you say or think keeps circulating in the universe in the form of positive and negative clouds. The more negative we think or the more negative words come out of mouth, the more are the chances of it coming true. So, instead if we channel our energy and focus on only positive, only good and positive things are bound to happen. Mark E. Wilkins new book “Be Positive or Be Quiet” is based on the similar idea, except that it shows how you can easily put a “watch on your mouth” by using wisdom from the Bible. As this book is a religious kind of book, it tries to make people realize that God, who is the supreme commander of the universe, teaches us that by our words …

Jessica The Littlest Trex by Richard Hamilton #ebook

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The learning for any child begins as soon as he is born into this world. After few years into this world, he starts to figure out the ways of life and understands the concept of right and wrong. Their brains are like soft clay which can be moulded to any shape as we want. So as parents and guardian, it becomes our responsibility to help them learn better, and inculcate in them the right moral values. What could be a best way to do that other than exposing them to books and stories carrying high Moral life lessons? Now, ” A Jessica The Littlest T Rex” one such book that every child must read to as it is full with the moral values that are very important for a child to learn ignored to better prepare for the life! The author has intelligently used the character of a dinosaur, who fascinate every kid, to capture their attention to make the learning stronger. As it is true that kids learn and retain something that they can relate …

Gollywood, Here I come! by Terry John Barto #ebook

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Written by Terry John Barto Illustrated by Mattia Cerato Age Range: 3-7 Gollywood, Here I come!, is a delightful debut story picture book, by Terry John Barto, with adorable characters, and colourful illustration of ducks, turkeys looking for new talents!   “You can do anything if you work hard and never give up.” Anamazie Marie LaBelle has big dreams, like all other girls of of her age normally have. She wants to be a superstar with the red carpet fame. With only one dream in her heart, she proudly leads the Wattle View School Marching Band down Gobbleville’s Main Street as the youngest majorette.  All the support and encouragement she needs comes from her mother, who is always there to boost her.  She tried her luck on the Gobbleville’s Got Talent but sadly couldn’t get success. But, guess life has something big to offer! She is invited to an audition for a movie in Gollywood, and all her  dreams soon come true. Wow, such a great story about courage, determination and perseverance!  

Reagan Remembered #ReaganRemembered

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About the book: For the first time in presidential history, the major appointees of a president have come together to share stories and memories of their president, Ronald Reagan. These are never-before-told personal anecdotes from 81 of President Reagan’s appointees. Former President George H.W. Bush, Colin Powell, Elizabeth Dole, Steve Forbes, James Baker, and Edwin Meese discuss their relationship with the 40th President of the United States. Democrats and Republicans can agree that Ronald Reagan possessed remarkable humor, courtesy, and consideration for others, natural charm, and a great sense of humor while displaying the toughness that brought an end to the Cold War with the Soviet Union. My Thoughts:  If you are interested in history and politics then this book is perfect for you! Once you start reading it you won’t be able to put it down until you reach the end. The book is full of amazing insights, memoirs and the kind of details that normal people like us hardly hear, as it is either official or only people who are really close know. For …

Ginger Snaps by Webb Hubbell #GingerSnaps

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Jack is back! Attorney Jack Patterson returns to Little Rock, Arkansas after an old acquaintance, Dr. Douglas Stewart, a World-renowned scientist, is arrested for marijuana cultivation, possession, and distribution. Dr, Stewart’s home and all his belongings have been seized and about to be auctioned. Jack is no expert on drug cases, but meets with Stewart to fulfill a promise to his late wife, Angie, who was close to Stewart. Expecting to wrap up his involvement in an hour and enjoy the rest of the weekend golfing, Jack hears from Stewart that his arrest isn’t about the marijuana. Teaming up with his bodyguard, Clovis, and defense attorney Micki Lawrence, Jack begins to investigate why this highly-respected scientist was growing marijuana. He learns that Stewart had alerted the government about the existence of his marijuana garden years ago. This discovery leaves Jack with many unanswered question: Why the Feds are refusing to allow Jack see his client? Why someone will stop at nothing, including murder, to prevent him from investigating the case? Why are the Feds claiming terrorist …

The Greyson Grey Series by B.C. Tweed #GreysonGray

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Who says Young Adult Fiction / Juvenile Fiction is only meant for the teens? I love reading books that fall into Young Adult Genres. They take me into the world of adventure and fun, with loads of moments that make me feel young again! Recently, I was giving a chance to review “The Greyson Grey Series” written by B.C. Tweedt.  Because of my love for Juvenile Fiction I just couldn’t pass on this offer, even though I have tons of books pending to be reviewed. Poor me!! The Greyson Series is going to be seven-book series out of which 3 are already published: Greyson Grey Camp legend Greyson Grey Fair Game Greyson Grey Deadfall Greyson Grey Camp Legend: Shortly after the death of his father, eight year old Greyson Gray,  attends a sports summer camp in Iowa. In the camp, the lonely Greyson makes some weird friends, and falls for a pretty girl (his first crush). Along the way, he gets involved in a series of events that leads him to him to discover, and ultimately unravel, …