Blog Tour- HALLS OF FIRE by Christian Cura With An Excerpt & #Giveaway!

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the HALLS OF FIRE by Christian Cura Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

 

About The Book:

Title: HALLS OF FIRE

Author: Christian Cura

Pub. Date: February 2, 2024

Publisher: Christian Cura

Formats: Paperback, eBook

Pages: 365

Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/HALLS-OF-FIRE 

“Action-packed and unpredictable; a wholly absorbing LGBTQ fantasy. “The Prairies Book Review

Califare is a city in the sun filled with verdant gardens, glittering canals, and buildings adorned with murals. This is the home of the summer mages who command fire, light, sand, and heat. But unbeknownst to the inhabitants, a darkness has penetrated the city walls tainting all that it touches.

After a months-long voyage across the Nereidan Ocean, Tama and her companion, Liseli, arrive in the capital believing they have left Khione and its dangers behind. But not even a full day passes before they realize how wrong they are. When they go to the Amphitheater for the opening ceremonies of the Games, corrupted creatures strike. Immediately, Tama leaps into action, fighting alongside Cordacia’s finest warriors to defend the spectators. What follows is an investigation that takes her straight to the upper echelons of the summer mage academy and to the peak of Mt. Piro where she uncovers startling revelations.

Reviews:

". . . Christian Cura's Temple of Ice is a fast-paced, action-packed fantasy story full of thrills, suspense, and unsuspecting moments . . ."-Rolanda Lyles, Readers' Favorite 5 out of 5 stars
 
". . . a thrilling book to read."-ILoveUniqueBooks.com 4 out of 5 stars
 
"Temple of Ice is an action-filled sword and sorcery novel. With a well-crafted magic system, an interesting setting, and fascinating characters, fantasy fans will find plenty to love in Christian Cura's suspenseful novel."-Literary Titan 4 out of 5 stars

Grab book 1, TEMPLE OF ICE now!

The following is an excerpt from

HALLS OF

FIRE

Salvatore trembled.

In moments, a sea of glowing red eyes lit up the dark. All the animals that chose to hide rather than flee were now in Malsumi’s clutches.

“We need to go now,” Salvatore cried.

They turned and bolted for their mounts, but froze after only two steps.

Foggy tentacles had constricted around their kiraka who now writhed in vain.
The beasts squawked and flailed about, dirt swelling into the air. In seconds, the markings
of Malsumi covered their faces.

Salvatore’s mouth went dry and an icy dagger plunged into his gut.

The black mist withdrew, and the corrupted kiraka stalked toward them, ready
to pounce.

Heat touched his shoulder, and he glanced at Giulia who had summoned a fireball.

Six more corrupted creatures—three foxes, a beat, a deer, and a panther entered
the clearing behind them.

They closed in like a noose.

Salvatore spent so much time believing he might die in the Gauntlet. He never thought his demise would come sooner. If only he could see his mother and Liseli one more time.
At least he wasn’t alone. Salvatore and Giulia had done nearly everything together for over
a decade. Now, they would die together.

Then, the sun exploded into the clearing.

The light burned through Salvatore’s eyelids and enveloped him with warmth. When
he opened his eyes once more, a lion spirit towered above him. The top of his head just barely cleared its shoulder, and the lion’s mane rippled in the breeze. Soaring overhead was a dove whose cry pierced the night . . .

 

 

About Christian Cura:

Christian Cura is an independent writer who dreams of becoming a successful author. Ever since he read Lord of the Rings as a teenager, it has been his dream to write and publish a novel of his own. Christian's favorite authors include J.R.R. Tolkien, J.K. Rowling and Robert Jordan. When he is not writing, Christian can be found getting beaten up at his MMA gym. His other hobbies include, drawing, photography, graphic design and eating.

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Giveaway Details:

1 winner will receive a $10 Amazon Gift Card, US Only.

Ends March 2nd, midnight EST.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tour Schedule:

Week One:

2/12/2024	#BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog	Excerpt/IG Post
2/13/2024	The Momma Spot	Excerpt
2/14/2024	Two Chicks on Books	Excerpt/IG Post
2/15/2024	@darkfantasyreviews	IG Post
2/16/2024	Kountry Girl Bookaholic	Excerpt/IG Post
2/17/2024	Writer of Wrongs	Excerpt

Week Two:

2/18/2024	A Dream Within A Dream	Excerpt
2/19/2024	Fire and Ice	Excerpt/IG Post
2/20/2024	Lady Hawkeye	Excerpt/IG Post
2/21/2024	jlreadstoperpetuity	IG Post
2/22/2024	GryffindorBookishnerd	IG Review
2/23/2024	The Guild	Review
2/24/2024	@anitralovesbooksanddogs	IG Review

Week Three:

2/25/2024	@enjoyingbooksagain	IG Review
2/26/2024	Callisto’s calling	IG Review

Blog Tour- SOXKENDI: A FAMILY OF DRAGONS by Camilla Tracy With Camilla's Favorite Video Games & A #Giveaway!

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the SOXKENDI: A FAMILY OF DRAGONS by Camilla Tracy Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

 

About The Book:

Title: SOXKENDI: A FAMILY OF DRAGONS

Author: Camilla Tracy

Pub. Date: February 10, 2024

Publisher: Pudel Threads Publishing

Formats: Paperback, eBook

Pages: 402

Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/SOXKENDI-A-FAMILY-OF-DRAGONS

Fate can be cruel.
A standalone novel. If you've read the Threads of Magic series, this book is a centuries ahead prequel that also stands alone.

Alexius has been ignored for centuries. He’s quietly taken the blame for his sister’s death and simply tries to get by unnoticed, until his heart won’t let him ignore his mate. Will she bring him closer to his family or pull him away?

Aexie is trying to figure out why she’s turned into a raging, angry dragon that can’t express what she wants to while not letting her anxiety control her.

Jaxon fights to decide how best to keep the family together or if he should just give up and travel the world.

Xerus is learning to navigate the ancient love of his life and run the kingdom he’s been brought up to rule.

As siblings grow up, their duties to themselves clash with their responsibilities to their family and realm. Mysterious attacks force them to put the kingdom first and work together. They need to figure out who the culprit is before their entire realm falls.

Will they come together or will they abandon their duties and watch their kingdom fall to evil?

  

Top 5 favorite Video Games.

I’ll admit I’m not much of a gamer. When the dog started to laugh at me for not being able to shoot the ducks, I was highly discouraged. When the tiny 8-bit Mario kept leaping into the lava on that very dark blue screen, I gave up completely. Being married to a gamer now, I have started to dip my toes back into it, but please be gentle with me because I’m a noob.

Plants versus Zombies: this was the first game I ever beat. Like ever. I didn’t know beating a game was a thing until I reached the end of this and watched the little video. No wonder people can game for hours on end!

Kingdom Rush: This was the second game I’ve ever beat. I loved the strategy of this one and while I’m still working on the hardest level, I LOVE seeing how my gameplan plays out and trying to figure out the best way to use my resources to survive.

Elder Scrolls: While I’ve never played Elder Scrolls, I’ve watched my husband play and it’s one of my favorites to watch him play because it’s just so beautiful. I would love to have some of those landscapes as artwork in my house!

Jaime here. I love ESO so I wanted to share a little video clip of the world.

Tetris: I have been known as the Tetris queen. While I love the game, I’m especially good at life Tetris – how to get all the leftovers from Thanksgiving in the fridge? How to fit all those souvenirs in your luggage? How to stack all those books into the shelf? Totally your girlie. 

Tsum Tsum: Okay, remember when I asked for you to be gentle with me? I realize I’m probably only one of five people left who still have this on their phone, but I find the game a cute little way to relax. I don’t think I fully understand how to win at this game, but having a limit of five plays is a perfect break. Also, Tsum Tsums are so cute!  

 

About Camilla Tracy:

Camilla is a lover of many mediums of storytelling. She loves to write YA fantasy with strong heroines who can kick butt, find love, and adventure with their animals sidekicks. She always has projects on the go and loves to consume stories of all kinds – books, shows, movies, plays, amongst many others.

When she is not writing, Camilla is often found exploring animal behavior, crafting, drinking a hot beverage, and clicker training her animals.

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Giveaway Details:

2 winners will receive a Lunar New Year themed box with a finished copy of SOXKENDI: A FAMILY OF DRAGONS & swag, US & Canada Only.

Ends February 27th, midnight EST.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tour Schedule:

Week One:

2/12/2024	Writer of Wrongs	Guest Post
2/12/2024	A Dream Within A Dream	Guest Post
2/13/2024	Two Chicks on Books	Guest Post/IG Post
2/13/2024	Lady Hawkeye	Guest Post/IG Post
2/14/2024	YA Books Central	Interview/IG Post
2/14/2024	@darkfantasyreviews	IG Post
2/15/2024	Kountry Girl Bookaholic	Guest Post/IG Post
2/15/2024	@hardcovers.withhans	IG Post
2/16/2024	#BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog	Review/IG Post
2/16/2024	Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's	Review/IG Post

Week Two:

2/19/2024	jlreadstoperpetuity	IG Post/TikTok Post
2/19/2024	GryffindorBookishnerd	IG Review
2/20/2024	@evergirl200	IG Review
2/20/2024	Callisto’s calling	IG Review
2/21/2024	@dana.loves.books	IG Review/TikTok Post
2/21/2024	@sparks_books	IG Review
2/22/2024	@niks.bookshelf	IG Review
2/22/2024	The Momma Spot	Review/Guest Post
2/23/2024	Confessions Of The Perfect Mom	Review/IG Post
2/23/2024	Country Mamas With Kids	Review/IG Post

Blog Tour- URBEX PREDATOR by Jens Boele With A Guest Post & #Giveaway!

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the URBEX PREDATOR by Jens Boele Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

 

About The Book:

Title: URBEX PREDATOR : Take nothin but pictures, leave nothing but bodies. A Deadly Survival Story.

Author: Jens Boele

Pub. Date: February 4, 2024

Publisher: Jens Boele

Formats:  Hardcover, Paperback, eBook

Pages: 394

Find it: Goodreads, Amazon

Read for FREE with a Kindle Unlimited membership! 

Abandoned Horrors. Deranged Souls. A Deadly Survival Story.

In the chilling new horror novel, "Urbex Predator," by Jens Boele, a group of intrepid urban explorers embarks on what they believe to be a routine trip to an abandoned barracks in the middle of nowhere.
As a relict from the Cold War era, they are a popular destination for photographers, influencers, and adventurers. A place that is closely guarded and harbors a multitude of risks. But it’s not just the derelict buildings that pose a danger.

Nela and her friend Tess venture to the eerie ruins to complete their photography thesis, only to find themselves relentlessly pursued through the darkened corridors by a group of ruthless thugs.

Zander, Yelka, her sister Vivien, and her manager Damon set out on a photo shoot, only to be unexpectedly cornered by a gang of depraved youths. As night descends, the boundaries between life and death blur, and the group is forced to confront the darkest corners of their own souls.

As the night deepens, will they fall victim or rise as hunters in the shadows?

Inspired by early works from literary giants like Jack Ketchum and Richard Laymon, "Urbex Predator" promises readers a heart-pounding journey through the realms of fear and survival, where every turn reveals a new nightmare. Yet, this spine-tingling narrative is not just the product of imagination; it's also a reflection of author Jens Boele's real-life experiences as an Urban Explorer, who spent many years venturing into the very places he describes in his book.

 

Book Trailer:

Top 5 favorite Video Games.

I'm a pretty laid-back gamer, recently snagged a used PS4 from a buddy. Can't commit to marathon gaming sessions, so it's all about those quick games, with the occasional longer dive. That's why I lean into stuff like Tekken or Mortal Kombat, maybe even a round of Mario Kart for some nostalgic kicks. And when that nostalgia hits hard, I fire up the old Resident Evil games, you know, the ones with the good ol' 3rd person view – not so much into the new ones with that over-the-shoulder perspective. Man, I guess I'm showing my age here. Oh, and there's a special place in my heart for Games Workshop's Blood Bowl. Used to play that as a kid on the tabletop, good times.

About Jens Boele:

Jens Boele, a veteran media designer in the entertainment industry, brings over two decades of cinematic expertise to his writing. Born in Germany in 1975, Jens embarked on his writing odyssey in his youth, culminating in the publication of his debut book, "Sunshine," in 2015. This was followed by "Hurensohn," and his latest spine-tingling creation, "Urbex Predator."

Jens is a genre-bending author, specializing in horror and crime thrillers. His narratives often blur genre lines, weaving intricate tales that plunge readers into the darkest corners of the human psyche. Jens's storytelling brilliance lies in his fascination with the criminal mind; his villains are always profoundly human, offering readers a chilling examination of the psychological aspects of the criminally insane.

Jens sets himself apart by seamlessly integrating classic horror with the gritty authenticity of the present day. This innovative fusion imbues his narratives with a dynamic quality, seamlessly blending archaic thrills with contemporary intrigue, resulting in an immersive reading experience that resonates with both vintage enthusiasts and present-day readers alike.

Jens Boele's latest endeavor takes his work across borders, as "Urbex Predator" becomes his first book to be translated into English. A globetrotter with deep connections to the United States, Jens's passion for exploration and his international perspective, nurtured by family and friends in the US, shine through in his writing, offering readers a captivating blend of horror and cultural diversity.

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Giveaway Details:

2 winners will receive an URBEX PREDATOR T-shirt, International.

Ends March 8th, midnight EST.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tour Schedule:
Week One:

2/5/2024	@darkfantasyreviews	IG Post
2/6/2024	Kountry Girl Bookaholic	Guest Post/IG Post
2/7/2024	jlreadstoperpetuity	IG Post/TikTok Post
2/8/2024	@bookish_aly_cat	IG Post
2/9/2024	A Dream Within A Dream	Guest Post/IG Post

Week Two:

2/12/2024	Writer of Wrongs	Guest Post
2/13/2024	Two Chicks on Books	Guest Post/IG Post
2/14/2024	Lady Hawkeye	Guest Post/IG Post
2/15/2024	GryffindorBookishnerd	IG Review
2/16/2024	Rajiv's Reviews	Review/IG Post
2/17/2024	Review Thick And Thin	Review/Guest Post/IG Post

Week Three:

2/18/2024	@books.mo.reads	IG Review
2/19/2024	#BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog	Review/IG Post
2/20/2024	Books and Zebras	IG Review
2/21/2024	Confessions of the Perfect Mom	Review/Guest Post/IG Post
2/22/2024	Country Mamas With Kids	Review/IG Post
2/23/2024	@enthuse_reader	IG Review/TikTok Post

Week Four:

2/26/2024	@evergirl200	IG Review
2/27/2024	@dana.loves.books	IG Review/TikTok Post
2/28/2024	PopTheButterfly Reads	Review/IG Post
2/29/2024	The Momma Spot	Review
3/1/2024	One More Exclamation	Review/IG Post