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The Last Door, Ajar by Michael Holly Barrett

Posted on April 24, 2025April 24, 2025 By Jenna 2 Comments on The Last Door, Ajar by Michael Holly Barrett
The Last Door, Ajar by Michael Holly Barrett

It is 1945. The infamous Max Smartz, superspy; Eva Braun, wife of Adolf Hitler; Joseph Goebbels, propaganda minister; and Otto Klugg, intelligence officer, do not die at the end of World War II, but trick the guards in the Fuhrerbunker tunnels, allowing them to make their escape. Welcome to one of the April 24th stops…

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Fast Times, Big City by Shelly Frome

Posted on January 24, 2025February 3, 2025 By Jenna No Comments on Fast Times, Big City by Shelly Frome
Fast Times, Big City by Shelly Frome

Bud Palmer is in a bind as he finds himself at the crossroads where everything is on the verge. Welcome to one of the January 24th stops on the blog tour for Fast Times, Big City by Shelly Frome with Bewitching Book Tours (schedule linked.) Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews,…

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Banquets and Bootleg Bounty by Lily Barrish Levner

Posted on January 16, 2025February 3, 2025 By Jenna No Comments on Banquets and Bootleg Bounty by Lily Barrish Levner
Banquets and Bootleg Bounty by Lily Barrish Levner

A 1944 Cozy Mystery with a Dash of Mobster Gold. Welcome to one of the January 16th stops on the blog tour for Banquets and Bootleg Bounty by Lily Barrish Levner with Bewitching Book Tours (schedule linked.) Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, guests posts & interviews, and a other exciting…

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Book Review: On the Threshold by M. Laszlo

Posted on December 18, 2024February 3, 2025 By Jenna 13 Comments on Book Review: On the Threshold by M. Laszlo
Book Review: On the Threshold by M. Laszlo

Obsessed with learning the origins of the cosmos, the actual meaning of life, and the true purpose of civilization, a fine Scotsman named Fingal T. Smyth dedicates himself to the study of Plato’s most extraordinary ideas. Welcome to the December 18th stop on the blog tour for On the Threshold by M. Laszlo with Goddess Fish Promotions and…

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Immortal Wounds by Angie Barton

Posted on October 23, 2024December 4, 2024 By Jenna No Comments on Immortal Wounds by Angie Barton
Immortal Wounds by Angie Barton

Did Isobel make an error in landing in the wrong time, or was it part of her destiny? Welcome to the October 23rd stop on the blog tour for Immortal Wounds by Angie Barton with Bewitching Book Tours (schedule linked.) Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, guests posts & interviews! Please note that…

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Author Guest Post with Justin Newland: The Mark of the Salamander

Posted on September 6, 2024October 10, 2024 By Jenna 2 Comments on Author Guest Post with Justin Newland: The Mark of the Salamander
Author Guest Post with Justin Newland: The Mark of the Salamander

Forced into the life of a fugitive, Nelan hides in London, before he is dramatically pressed into the crew of the Golden Hind. Welcome to what was supposed to be the September 3rd stop on the blog tour for The Mark of the Salamander by Justin Newland with Goddess Fish Promotions. (And very sorry for the…

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Author Guest Post with Tom Haward: The Path of Revenge

Posted on August 13, 2024October 10, 2024 By Jenna 4 Comments on Author Guest Post with Tom Haward: The Path of Revenge
Author Guest Post with Tom Haward: The Path of Revenge

The rebellion is in hiding. It has been a year since Boatman King attempted to overthrow the Empire, but instead had to escape London with his wife and their closest allies. Welcome to the August 13th stop on the blog tour for The Path of Revenge by Tom Haward with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to…

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Red Kingdom by Rachel L. Demeter

Posted on April 9, 2024May 7, 2024 By Jenna 2 Comments on Red Kingdom by Rachel L. Demeter
Red Kingdom by Rachel L. Demeter

Little Red Riding Hood reimagined with a dark and realistic twist. Welcome to one of the April 9th stops on the blog tour for Red Kingdom by Rachel L. Demeter with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of…

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Picasso’s Lovers by Jeanne Mackin

Posted on March 15, 2024April 9, 2024 By Jenna 5 Comments on Picasso’s Lovers by Jeanne Mackin
Picasso’s Lovers by Jeanne Mackin

You know Pablo Picasso. Now meet the women behind the masterpieces. Welcome to one of the March 15th stops on the blog tour for Picasso’s Lovers by Jeanne Mackin with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this…

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The Spinster, the Rebel, and the Governor by Charlene Bell Dietz

Posted on February 27, 2024March 5, 2024 By Jenna 17 Comments on The Spinster, the Rebel, and the Governor by Charlene Bell Dietz
The Spinster, the Rebel, and the Governor by Charlene Bell Dietz

Lady Margaret Brent, compelled to right wrongs, risks her life by illegally educating English women, placing her family at risk. Welcome to one of the February 27th stops on the blog tour for The Spinster, the Rebel, and the Governor by Charlene Bell Dietz with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the…

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Book Review: The Sea’s Edge by Garth Pettersen

Posted on November 28, 2023 By Jenna 5 Comments on Book Review: The Sea’s Edge by Garth Pettersen

1030 C.E.: Harald, the second son of King Cnute—ruler of Engla-lond, Danmark, and Norvegr—with his wife Selia, attempt to live as landholders in Mercia, away from the constraint and intrigues of his father’s court. Welcome to one of the November 28th stops on the blog tour for The Sea’s Edge by Garth Pettersen with Goddess Fish…

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Once Upon a Christmas Castle by Virginia Barlow

Posted on November 14, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on Once Upon a Christmas Castle by Virginia Barlow

Lady Rosalind Chatham journeys with her family to Weston Castle to wed an ancient earl on Christmas day. Yearning for true love, she falls for the duke, her stepfather’s cousin, while preparing for her nuptials. Welcome to the November 14th stop on the blog tour for Once Upon a Christmas Castle by Virginia Barlow with Goddess…

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A Lesser God: Reason Else Demise by Don Hackett

Posted on October 16, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on A Lesser God: Reason Else Demise by Don Hackett

As a young man, Dion Athamas was spiritually summoned to rapture then tenured god status. Welcome to one of the October 16th stops on the blog tour for A Lesser God: Reason Else Demise by Don Hackett with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway!…

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5 Star Review: The Scarlet Alchemist by Kylie Lee Baker

Posted on October 3, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on 5 Star Review: The Scarlet Alchemist by Kylie Lee Baker

Zilan dreams of becoming a royal alchemist, of providing for her family by making alchemical gold and gems for the wealthy to eat in order to stay young forever. But for now, she’s trapped in her impoverished village in southern China, practicing an illegal form of alchemy to keep food on the table—resurrecting the dead,…

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Author Guest Post with Reed Stirling: The Palimpsest Murders

Posted on October 3, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on Author Guest Post with Reed Stirling: The Palimpsest Murders

Day check-in on the Iphigenia, a Boat & Bike home for thirty guests of diverse backgrounds on a one week excursion through Holland and Belgium. Personalities clash, conflicts arise. Welcome to the October 3rd stop on the blog tour for The Palimpsest Murders by Reed Stirling with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest…

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Author Guest Post with Donna Balon: Sam Time

Posted on September 28, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on Author Guest Post with Donna Balon: Sam Time

Samantha (Sam) Hunter is living two lives. Welcome to the September 28th stop on the blog tour for Sam Time by Donna Balon with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, more guest posts, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note…

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Author Guest Post with Nancy M. Bell: Discarded

Posted on September 12, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on Author Guest Post with Nancy M. Bell: Discarded

When the British arrived in Winnipeg in the 1800s it was convenient for the men to take Metis wives. They were called a la vacon du pays – according to the custom of the country. Welcome to the September 12th stop on the blog tour for Discarded by Nancy M. Bell with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to…

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Author Guest Post with Gayle Feyrer: Marian

Posted on September 7, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on Author Guest Post with Gayle Feyrer: Marian

Warrior. Spy. Marian Montrose dons silk or chain mail with equal aplomb. Welcome to the September 7th stop on the blog tour for Marian by Gayle Feyrer with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, more guest posts, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this…

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Moccasin Trace by Hawk MacKinney

Posted on August 30, 2023 By Jenna No Comments on Moccasin Trace by Hawk MacKinney

…it was about the land. Welcome to one of the August 30th stops on the blog tour for Moccasin Trace by Hawk MacKinney with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, and a giveaway! More on that at the end of this post. Please note that this post contains…

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Author Guest Post with J. A. Boulet: 1956 Love & Revolution

Posted on August 10, 2023 By Jenna 6 Comments on Author Guest Post with J. A. Boulet: 1956 Love & Revolution

What would you do for your country? Welcome to one of the August 10th stops on the blog tour for 1956 Love & Revolution by J. A. Boulet with Goddess Fish Promotions. Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for spotlights, reviews, more guest posts, and a giveaway! More on that at the end…

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