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Invisible Enemies Blog Tour

May 17, 2012 By 2 Comments
Lynda Brown

About the Author

Lynda D. Brown lives in St. Louis MO. She has one married son and a beautiful grandson. This is her second book, her first book, Once I Was Lost, was released in April of 2006, and she immediately began working on Invisible Enemies, which took four years to complete. Lynda has been researching Spiritual Warfare for the last six years, and in these last days, she wants to make sure that God’s people do not perish due to lack of knowledge. (Hosea 4:6)

As an avid science fiction fan and a lover of all things supernatural, author Lynda D. Brown’s supernatural thriller series, Invisible Enemies is creating quite a buzz in the independent publishing field. Book one, Invisible Enemies was published in 2010 and became an immediate hit in the authors local library, and when book two, Seed of Satan: Leah’s Story, Book Two of the Invisible Enemies Series, arrived in January 2012, all copies were immediately checked out by fans that eagerly waited over a year for the sequel.

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About the Book

Inspired by the Book of Job, Invisible Enemies reminds us that no matter what life throws our way, God is still in control! When God chooses Abby Harris as a pawn in his wager against Satan, poor Abby’s life is turned upside down. Banned from her beloved church, Abby’s hanging out with a new crew, drinking and getting high. When she runs into her sister’s ex-boyfriend, they begin dating and soon she’s pregnant and marries Randy Nelson. When the marriage turns sour, due to Randy’s infidelities, Abby’s heart grows cold. By chance, she runs into a music producer who hears her singing, and overnight she becomes an R&B sensation. Abby plots to take her twins and leave her husband. When Randy finds out, he teams up with his ex, Candace, Abby’s vengeful sister, to destroy her.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Book Trailers:

Invisible Enemies Book Trailer http://youtu.be/RCr7NnK9sTI-

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Author Website:

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Purchase book:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Invisible-Enemies-Lynda-D-Brown/dp/0615371698/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1335816601&sr=1-1

 

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 Author Interview:

5 Minutes, 5 Questions with… Lynda D. Brown, author of Invisible Enemies: Book One of the Invisible Enemies Series

By Joey Pinkney on December 15, 2011

Lynda D. Brown, author of Invisible Enemies Book One of the Invisible Enemies Series
(Spoken Word Press)

Invisible Enemies is a supernatural thriller that deals with the occult and religion. The story centers around two sisters, Candace and Abby Harris. Inspired by the Book of Job, Invisible Enemies reminds us that no matter what life throws our way, God is still in control!

When God chooses Abby Harris as a pawn in his wager against Satan, poor Abby’s life is turned upside down. Banned from her beloved church, Abby’s hanging out with a new crew, drinking and getting high. When she runs into her sister’s ex-boyfriend, they begin dating. Soon, she’s pregnant and marries Randy Nelson. When the marriage turns sour, due to Randy’s infidelities, Abby’s heart grows cold.

By chance, she runs into a music producer who overhears her singing, and overnight Abby becomes an R&B sensation! Financially set, Abby plots to take the twins and leave her husband. When Randy finds out, he teams up with his ex, Abby’s vengeful sister Candace, to destroy his wife.

Where did you get the inspiration to write Invisible Enemies Book One of the Invisible Enemies Series?

Lynda D. Brown: I was really into the whole New Age movement when it started in the ‘70’s. I started off innocently enough by reading my daily horoscope in the newspaper. That grew into an obsession with astrology.

By the time I was 25, I had a thriving side business creating horoscope charts for clients, doing tarot card readings, and clients booking me to do psychic parties. I had a nice size clientele.

In 2003, a co-worker overhead me talking about a reading I had conducted earlier that day, and she asked me if I realized I was practicing witchcraft. I scoffed at her and told her that I wasn’t practicing black magic, but white magic! The next day, this same co-worker bought me two books; He Came to Set the Captives Free by Rebecca Brown and Pigs in a Parlor, by Ida and Frank Hammond. Both books dealt with spiritual warfare, and showed me biblical text about the dangers of witchcraft and fortune-telling.

I grew up as a Christian and never heard about spiritual warfare in my Baptist church. When I finished the books, I immediately threw my cards away and promised God that I would share this new-found knowledge with others in the form of a fictional book series. That’s how Invisible Enemies was born.

What sets Invisible Enemies Book One of the Invisible Enemies Series apart from other books in the same genre?

LDB: My books have been described as either supernatural thriller or speculative fiction due to the angelic and demonic characters. Diversity is another factor with my series. I have African-Americans, Caucasians, Latinos, Wiccan’s and Lesbians as main characters. Fans of Christian fiction really like my work because it’s not often they read about a church secretary whose really a shape shifting demon that manifests during a church meeting!

As an author, what are the keys to your success that led to Invisible Enemies Book One of the Invisible Enemies Series getting out to the public?

LDB: Social media! I have a Facebook Fan Page for Invisible Enemies. I have a Twitter account where I have automatic tweets set up to promote my books. I am involved with the writing groups on LinkedIn, where many first time authors or self published authors were experiencing difficulties promoting their books. With that need in mind, I started Author Chat, a blogtalkradio show, where I interview authors about their books. I also set up a sister website for authors to join, called http://www.authorchat.info.

As an author, what is your writing process? How long did it take you to start and finish Invisible Enemies Book One of the Invisible Enemies Series?

LDB: It took me about two years and eleven months to finish Invisible Enemies. I started out writing a couple of chapters a day, and then I’d go back and proofread what I had written. It really dragged out the process.

Luckily, I ran into a literary agent who told me to stop proofreading and just write the book. I took his advice and finished the book. The sequel, Seed of Satan: Leah’s Story, only took eight months to finish because I took the literary agent’s advice.

What’s next for Lynda D. Brown?

LDB: I’m currently working on book three of the series. My Author Chat radio show is currently booking authors for May-December 2012, and I’m also planning to publish a short story book under the Spoken Word Press label in 2012.

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Connect with Lynda

Twitter:  http://twitter.com/LyndaDBrown

Linked In.com: http://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndadbrown1

Blog:  http://lyndadorenebrown.blogspot.com/

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Mylow Young Virtual Book Tour

May 14, 2012 By 2 Comments
Mylow Young

What type of jobs or careers have you worked in the past? Wow, I must have had 1,000 jobs in my life time. From candy maker to nurse’s assistant to sandwich maker to plumbing supply to security supervisor to TV to Counseling coordinator to group homes to transit co. driver to rent to own… whew!

Who are your favorite authors? Neil Anderson, Joyce Meyer… my #1 favorite is Watchman Nee

What are your favorite books? Release of the Spirit by Watchman Nee, The Bondage Breaker and Search for Significance by Neil Anderson

What are you currently reading? Not a big reader oddly enough but have been trying for some time to get through The Normal Christian Life

When did you begin to realize you wanted to write? When I was in Jr. High. Actually wrote a short story in 1968 or 69 that someone else did years later… turned out to be Benjamin Button… lol!

Tell us about your journey to publication. I began writing “Gates of Hell” while in rehab back in 2002 I think. I didn’t have much time to dedicate to it but I wrote when I had the chance. After rehab I got married in 2003, my wife and I worked conflicting hours so I took whatever time I had to spend with her. Between work and married life I didn’t have a lot of time so I wrote as I could. I finally finished the book in 07 but I didn’t have the resources yet but in 09 my book was self-published. It didn’t do well at all since I had no time or money to market it. A friend told me to send it to Moody Press so I did. After about four months I got a call saying they wanted to publish my book. I was ecstatic to say the least! So after several months, my book was released in September of 2011.

Are you a full-time writer? If so, describe your day? If not, how do you find time to write? I work a full time 48 – 50 hour a week job in the rent to own business. Not much has change after 9 years of marriage and work so I have to write as I can. It gets frustrating when I get home around 7:30 – 8pm and want to spend time with my wife. I then try to spend time after for me which is often used in other ways than writing since I have other interests and involvements… there isn’t enough time in a day. There comes a time though when I have to just knuckle down and do my thing… which is working on a sequel to “Gates of Hell”.

Where can readers find you online? You can find me at my website… www.mylowyoung.com and facebook.com/mylowyoung. You can also follow me on Twitter @mylowyoung,

 

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About the Book

He had always looked down on those who partook and pedaled drugs which claimed the lives of many in the streets. Now Kerby Wilson finds himself held captive by his own pride and going down a very desperate path of his own. Distraught over the death of his parents and, the murder of a fellow police officer, Kerby alienates those closest to him, pushing them away¿his wife, brother, police force buddies and old friends. As the bottom falls out of his life and darkness consumes his soul, he sells all that he holds dear for an elusive state of peace.Herby, Kerby’s identical twin brother also known as Junior, is angry with Kerby for turning on his family, friends, and the police force and for going down this destructive path. As his heart hardens and he is caught up in his own battle of resentment and bitterness, he tries to shut Kerby out. But Rene, his God-fearing wife won’t allow that to happen. Instead she continually appeals to his conscience, reminding him of God’s unfailing love and Kerby’s need for his help.After Kerby’s latest antics, Junior and the rest of their family and friends are challenged to push past their struggles with Kerby’s addiction to help him. Will Kerby accept the help of his family and friends’ Will he stop running and turn to the only one who can saved him and give him the power to stand against the gates of hell!

This hope-filled story is one that gives a glimpse into the world of an addict and the struggles of those who love them and highlights the power of God’s grace, love and forgiveness.

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Buzzin’ about with Maxine Thompson

April 20, 2012 By 1 Comment
L. A. Blues by Maxine Thompson

Meet Dr. Maxine Thompson, author of LA Blues

Why did you write LA Blues?

I wrote LA Blues as I followed a curiosity as to what happened to the children I worked with who were in foster care during the 80s and 90s. I wondered “What if a child whose mother was a Crip became an LAPD officer? What could happen?”

My curiosity also came from my research. Until I researched gangs, I never realized how there were female Crips and female Bloods. It gave me my next plot twist. What if my protagonist’s mother was a Crip? What would happen then?

What are some other questions your book LA Blues raises?

It raises the quest as to why the government doesn’t do anything about the murder rate among black and brown gang members? How have drugs in America contributed to the foster care and prison system? What has happened to the first and sometimes second generation of children raised in the foster care system?

What do you plan to write next?

I am working on the sequel to LA Blues, which is due out on 5-29-12. It is called LA Blues II, Slipping into Darkness. I am also in the process of putting up 3 more books to my ebook, Hush Hush Series. These 3 books will be “The Hush Hush Secrets of Creating a life you love, Book 1, Book 2, Book 3.

4What are some of the other things you are doing?

As you know, I’m a literary agent, an Internet radio Show host of 10 years, an author of 14 other titles, (some which need updating, such as my 2000 ebook “How to write, market and sell your book using Ebook Publishing”J), an editor, a ghostwriter, and a book reviewer. My future plans include trying to get books to film for other authors, and myself.


What do you see for the future of publishing?

I see a bright future for writers due to technology and the coming of time for ebooks. I’ve been writing and publishing ebooks for 11 years, but now that we have the technology for people to read the books on a wider level, it has sent shock waves through the industry. I also like how self-publishing is being seen as a respectful, business choice.

About the Author

Dr. Maxine Thompson is a novelist, poet, columnist, short story writer, book reviewer, an editor, ghostwriter, Internet Radio Show Host, and a Literary Agent. She is the author of The Ebony Tree, No Pockets in a Shroud, A Place Called Home (A Short Story Collection), The Hush Hush Secrets of Writing Fiction That Sell, a contributor to bestselling anthologies Secret Lovers, All in The Family, and Never Knew Love Like This Before, (Also a Kindle Bestseller).
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

About the Book

Growing up in foster care, Zipporah “Z” Saldano never dreamed of becoming a police officer, but after she’s rescued from a hostage situation during the L.A. Riots, she chooses a career in law enforcement. After ten good years on the force, Z is involved in a domestic homicide case gone awry. Her partner is killed, and Z is fired when alcohol is detected in her system. It’s two long years before she gets sober and opens her own private investigation firm.

Now Shirley, her former foster mother, is in need of Z’s help. Someone has murdered her grandson, a high school basketball star, and she wants Z to find out who did it. Z soon finds herself in deeper trouble than when she was kicked out of the LAPD. What she discovers is a conspiracy much deeper than anyone would believe, and she finds her own life is in danger.

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Buzzin’ about with Tamika Newhouse

April 19, 2012 By 2 Comments
Tamkia Newhouse

Meet Tamika Newhouse, author of Kisses Don’t Lie

Which comes first, the story, the characters or the setting?

Of course the story comes first. It’s always about a particular story I want to tell. Maybe how someone loved and lost or when someone first discovered loved. Once I know the story I want to tell, the characters then follow.

Are you in control of your characters or do they control you?

My characters control me. I am telling their story not the other way around. When I allow my characters to take over the creative juices flow fast and naturally and a awesome story is created.

If you weren’t writing, what would you be doing?

I would be teaching so thank goodness I am writing because I can’t stand other people’s kids. LOL.

How long have you been writing? Have you always wanted to be a writer?

I have been writing since I was eight years old and becoming published for the first time at the age of 20. I always knew I wanted to write. Ever since I was 12 years old I would tell people I was going to be a novelist when I grew up.

Would you like to write a different genre than you do now?

I mostly write romance and drama and recently wrote a young adult novel. Once I age more I can see myself writing Christian fiction as well.

Who are some of your other favorite authors to read?

I love to read Zuri Day and a lot of indie writers. However I travel monthly and am writing on a project every month I haven’t had time to read another book in a very long time.

Are there any words of encouragement for unpublished writers?

This is 70% business so know that when you decide to become published that you have to have a sound business mind.

What are some of your favorite things to do?

I am a home body. I love to just be at home and watching TV.

What question would you love to answer that I didn’t ask?

Would I like to turn my books into other projects? And the answer would be yes. I am hoping to soon start a series, movies, and stage plays.

How can readers contact you?

www.tamikanewhouse.com

FB: tamikanewhouse

Twitter: tamikanewhouse

Thank you for being a featured guest on All the Buzz Tamika! I wish you much success in all that you do!

About the Author

Four time African American Literary Award winner, Tamika Newhouse is the author of contemporary fiction novels. After starting her publishing company at the age of 21 years old she has gone on to grace various best sellers list. After landing a major book deal on her own she continues to write independently today and is currently working on her next novel.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

About the Book

When love isnt enough will each one of them make the right decision? Can they finally trust the one they want the most? After all its better to be slapped by the truth then kissed with a lie. They say kisses dont lie, right?

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Stacy Hawkins Adams Virtual Book Tour

April 16, 2012 By 6 Comments
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Tell us about yourself.

I have been a writer and a lover of books since early childhood, and for me, writing is like breathing. I love to entertain, inspire and inform readers through women’s fiction novels that mirror real life. The issues my characters deal with are messy – just like in real life, and they sometimes struggle with their faith – just like in real life. They also often find themselves undergoing transformation – a process that (just like in real life) can be scary, but also refreshing. When I’m not writing, speaking or coaching aspiring authors through my teleseminar program (Author In You), I assist with child advocacy initiatives in Virginia, and stay busy with my family.

What type of jobs or careers have you worked in the past?

Before becoming an author, I worked as a newspaper reporter and columnist for 14 years.

Who are your favorite authors?

It’s hard to name just one or two, but at the top of my list are J. California Cooper and Anna Quindlen.

What are your favorite books?

Again, too many to name! But among my all-time favorite novels are J. California Cooper’s Homemade Love, John Grisham’s The Testament and Francine Rivers’ Redeeming Love.

What are you currently reading?

I try not to read fiction while I’m writing my novels, so I tend to read a lot of nonfiction. These days that includes Steve Job’s biography and a wonderful devotional book by Sarah Young called Jesus Calling: Enjoying Peace in His Presence.

When did you begin to realize you wanted to write?

As soon as I learned to read. Literally. I can’t remember a time when I wasn’t a writer. Even in first grade I was crafting poems and short stories.

Tell us about your journey to publication.

I worked on my first novel off and on for about three years. After attending a writer’s conference, I connected with a publisher who expressed some interest, but wanted me to revise and rewrite the manuscript. After three revisions, it didn’t seem to be a good fit for that publisher, so I put the book on a shelf and focused on my journalism career. Months later, I received a call from an editor with Baker Publishing Group who wanted me to help someone I had written a newspaper column about pen a book proposal. During the process of helping that person, I mentioned my novel on the shelf and the editor asked to read it. He loved it, and less than two years later, Speak To My Heart,was published.

Are you a full-time writer? If so, describe your day? If not, how do you find time to write?

I am a full-time writer, but I don’t solely write books. I continue to write columns for two publications as a freelance writer (a parenting column for the Richmond Times-Dispatch in Virginia, and an inspirational column for teens for www.SusieMag.com). I also produce flyers and online content, as well as marketing and PR materials for nonprofit groups – primarily child advocacy organizations. Somehow all of my writing becomes circular, though, because the information I obtain for my freelance writing and child advocacy work often winds up in a novel in some way, through various characters’ journeys or experiences.

Where can readers find you online?

I love connecting with readers, and they can find me on Facebook or Twitter, at www.Facebook.com/BooksByStacy or www.Twitter.com/SHAdams. They also can stop by my website to read an excerpt from my new novel, Coming Home, or from my previous books, and to read my blog. Aspiring authors who have questions can visit me at www.AuthorInYou.com.

About the Book

If forgiving your ex-husband was easy, everybody would do it.

Brent had cheated on Dayna and coldly said goodbye to her seven long years ago—dashing her hopes of having children or growing old with the love of her life.

Working hard to make herself successful as a hospital executive, Dayna has moved on, finding comfort in a new relationship with a faith-filled colleague, Warren.

But when Brent resurfaces on her doorstep at just the wrong time, Dayna’s heart threatens to come unglued. Why is Brent asking for forgiveness now? And why are he and his new wife, Tamara, interested in reconciliation with Dayna? The unbelievable answers begin to surface as Brent boldly asks Dayna to support him at the most crucial time of his life.

While Tamara’s heart brims with guilt, both women will discover what it means to reach beyond pain and baggage to love unconditionally, while leaving the consequences to God.

 

About the Author

Stacy Hawkins Adams is an award-winning inspirational author, speaker and freelance journalist who has written about women’s relationships with God, each other, and themselves for more than a decade. She has penned seven nationally published women’s fiction novels and one nonfiction book, and is at work on her ninth book.Stacy also operates a group coaching service for aspiring authors called Author In You. For more information about Stacy, her books or her coaching services, visit www.StacyHawkinsAdams.com or www.AuthorInYou.com.

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What Kind of Fool by Rhonda McKnight

April 3, 2012 By 2 Comments
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What Readers Are Saying about What Kind of Fool

Hear ye, Hear ye!!! Rhonda McKnight is a beast with the pen!! What Kind of Fool is a five star read!!! I read it in 24 hours!!! Great job!! I got a book and I downloaded it on the Kindle!!! ~Kim Knight~
All I can say is WOW, what an AWESOME read! ~Turning Pages Bookclub South Carolina~
OMG, Thank you sooooo much for that book, it touched me in so many ways, I laughed, I cried and I SMH so many times. ~Lori Legette~

Rhonda McKnight hit the ball out of the park with What Kind of Fool. Love it!!! ~Angela Phelps~

“Rhonda McKnight is back with her special blend of Jesus, drama and more emotional intensity than she’s ever delivered before. What Kind of Fool is sure to satisfy readers from the first page to the last word.” ~Sherri Lewis, Essence Bestselling Author of Selling My Soul and My Soul Cries Out~

“Samaria is back with a bang! Rhonda McKnight delivers the surprises one after another in this fast paced story that will keep readers at the edge of their seats.” ~Tiffany L. Warren, Essence Bestselling Author of The Bishop’s Daughter and In The Midst of It All and the founder of the Annual Faith and Fiction Retreat ~

What Kind of Fool was thought provoking, moving, and just an all-around EXCELLENTLY written book. I was so absorbed, I was crying and thinking, and actually applying some of those things Rhonda wrote about to some issues I have in my own life. Anyone who reads it can tell that Rhonda wrote this book with her heart, and not a pen (typewriter, computer or whatever.) I can’t find the words to say how much this book touched me, and how much I appreciate her for writing it. THANK YOU!!! ~Sharon Richardson~


Synopsis

The Wife. Her Husband. Their faith. . . . Will it save them before it’s too late, or will an enemy from their past destroy their marriage forever?

Angelina Preston tunes out the voice of God when she decides to divorce her husband, Greg. She’s forgiven him for his affair, but she won’t forget, even though her heart is telling her to. Shortly after she files divorce papers, she finds out her non-profit organization is being investigated by the IRS for money laundering. In the midst of the very public scandal, Angelina becomes ill. Through financial and physical trials, she learns that faith and forgiveness may really be the cure for all that ails her, but can she forgive the people who hurt her most?

Sexy, successful Dr. Gregory Preston didn’t appreciate his wife when he had her. His affair with a devious man-stealer has him put out of his home and put off with women who continue to throw themselves at him. Greg wants his wife back, but he’ll have to do some fancy operating to get her. When the secrets and lies from his past continue to mess up his future, Greg finds himself looking to the God he abandoned long ago for a miracle only faith can provide.

Samaria Jacobs finally has the one thing she’s always wanted: a man with money. The fact that she’s in love with him is a bonus, but even so, life is anything but blissful. She’s paying for her past sins in ways she never imagined and living in fear that the secret she’s keeping will separate them forever.

Link to Prologue

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When Rain Falls Books Galore Giveaway

March 7, 2012 By 4 Comments
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Virtual Book Tour – March 5 – 30, 2012

It’s raining books!

From March 5-30, 2012, a winner will be chosen each week to receive a gift pack from Tyora Moody. There will be four (4) chances to win an autographed copy of When Rain Falls by Tyora Moody. The winner will also be eligible to win the following books during the week they are offered. The winner may choose the paperback or ebook version (except in the last week which is all ebooks).

Week 1 – March 5-9, 2012
What Kind of Fool by Rhonda McKnight
One Way or Another by Rhonda Bowen

Week 2 – March 12-16, 2012
A Good Excuse to Be Bad by Miranda Parker
Broken by Patricia Haley

Week 3 – March 19-23, 2012
Coming Home by Stacy Hawkins Adams
Stepping Into the Good Life by Tia McCollors

Week 4 – March 26-30, 2012
Kayla’s Redemption by Wanda B.Campbell (ebook only)
The Playboy’s Redemption by Vanessa Miller (ebook only)
True Beauty by Shelia Lipsey (ebook only)

What do you need to do to win?

Simply answer the following question in the comments area of this blog post and REMEMBER to include your email address.

Have you ever asked a similar question to what Candace has asked. “Why does God keep taking away the people I love?” What was your why and what were your reasons for asking?

If not, how can you encourage someone who has experienced loss without sounding cliche? Remember loss can come in various forms (death, divorce, broken relationship, unemployment, etc.)

To qualify, please respond with a thoughtful answer.

DISCLAIMER: Drawings void where prohibited; open only to U.S. residents; the odds of winning depend upon the number of participants. See full disclaimer at http://tywebbinvirtualevents.com/contest-rules/

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Tyora Moody Virtual Book Tour

March 5, 2012 By 2 Comments
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Tyora, welcome to All The Buzz Reviews. Tell us about yourself.

Thank you for having me, Renee. Well, I’m the typical introvert. I have always found expressing myself through words the easiest form of expression. I like to describe myself as doing some of the same things I did when I was 4, except I’m over 40 now. I spend quite a bit of time designing book covers, promotional materials and websites. I love seeing people’s ideas come to life. My design and marketing work started as hobbies and have since become opportunities for me to work with authors, going on about twelve years now. It’s a bit surprising an exhilarating to be on the other side now as an author.

In my free time, I’m still a bookworm and a big fan of mystery and suspense novels. I love watching animated films and big action movies. I also enjoy hanging and traveling with family.

What type of jobs or careers have you worked in the past?

I started work at age 16 and have worked at most fast-food restaurants like McDonald’s, Hardees, etc. In my early twenties, I managed a computer lab at a middle school. For the majority of my adult life, I have mainly worked as a web developer and a graphic designer.

Who are your favorite authors?

My favorite books to read are mystery and suspense, so some of my favorite authors are Mary Higgins Clark, Patricia Cornwell, James Patterson, Ted Dekker, Frank Perretti, Brandilyn Collins, Terri Blackstock and I could go on in this category. Nothing like a good who-dunnit or thriller read!

Other favorites include Sharon Ewell Foster, Stacy Hawkins Adams, Tia McCollors, Wanda B. Campbell, Rhonda McKnight and Claudia Mair Burney.

What are your favorite books?

My reading habits took a bit of a turn in the late 90’s when I was introduced to Christian fiction. To this day Passing By Samaria by Sharon Ewell Foster is still a favorite. One of my favorites also is Joy by Victoria Christopher Murray. That was a truly heartfelt story. The Someday List by Stacy Hawkins Adams was a great read during a turning point in my life. Very timely reads.

The ultimate story (or stories) I enjoy and gleam from can be found in the Bible. I can read Genesis over and over again and continuously be taken in by these people’s lives.

When I’m not reading mystery and suspense, I really like reads that are thought-provoking. I guess that’s why I enjoy reading a novel where I’m trying to figure out who did it. That’s what I hope to accomplish with When Rain Falls.

When did you begin to realize you wanted to write?

My mom called me Alice in Wonderland when I was younger. I have always had a big imagination and loved storytelling. I have also been a bookworm since I was a child. It wasn’t until high school when I really started exploring the idea of writing stories. I had a great tenth grade English teacher who encouraged me to write for extra credit. That year I wrote some pretty good stories. I shared them with my classmates and something sparked in me with how well they liked the story. It would be about twenty years later when I actually decided to pursue writing fiction though.

Tell us about your journey to publication.

Everyone has their own personal journey. Mine started with my short story, Birthing Pains, in the anthology, Home Again: Stories of Restored Relationships was my first published work of fiction. The anthology was published November 2010. About a month later, I received my book deal for When Rain Falls with Urban Christian. The book deal would not be possible if I had not had the opportunity to pitch to editors.

In 2010, Tiffany L. Warren offered pitch sessions at the Faith and Fiction Retreat (check it out this year in Texas at http://faithandfictionretreat.com/). I wasn’t really financially able to go, but I felt an urging in my spirit to go. I prepared the query letters and proposals about a week before attending. On the day of the pitch, I sat in front of four editors with my heart on my sleeve and talked about the story that had been apart of my life since 2006. It took a few months to hear back from anyone. There were two rejections, but December 2010 was an answer to a prayer. I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity and finally being able to share the story with readers.

Are you a full-time writer? If so, describe your day?

No. I wish. LOL! I’m a service oriented person and also an entrepreneur. Writing is apart of my life, but I have quite a few other passions that I try to fit in during a day. I certainly would love more time to write and hope to have that time in the future.

View the book trailer and read more about When Rain Falls below.


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“Why does God keep taking away the people I love?”

This is the lamentation of widow CANDACE JOHNSON when her best friend is brutally murdered. Ensnared by a deep-rooted bitterness, seeping her faith day by day, Candace is determined to seek justice.

Detective Darnell Jackson is in need of clues fast. The police captain is coming down hard on him and his partner to find out who murdered Pamela Coleman, the daughter of a high profile judge. Darnell confers with Candace to get the inside track on events leading up to the murder. As the investigation heats up, his growing attraction for Candace plays havoc on Darnell’s judgment.

Little does she know, Candace’s quest to find the truth has led her straight to the killer. She’s already lost loved ones. Now Candace must choose to completely trust God with her own life.

About the Author

Tyora “Ty” Moody is an author and entrepreneur. Her debut novel, When Rain Falls, will be released March 2012 (Urban Christian/Kensington). This is the first book in the Victory Gospel series. She is a member of Sisters in Crime and American Christian Fiction Writers. She owns and operates TywebbinCreations.com, a design and marketing company. Her company’s niche is assisting authors with branding and developing an online presence.


Where else can readers find you online?

Visitors can find me online at:
http://www.tyoramoody.com
http://facebook.com/AuthorTyoraMoody
http://www.twitter.com/tyoramoody

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Marlene Banks Virtual Book Tour

February 13, 2012 By 2 Comments
Marlene Banks

Tell us about yourself.

 

I’m a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania native but I lived in Virginia for a while. RUTH’S REDEMPTION is my first published novel although I have been writing for years. I love to write and am an inbred story teller. I have an associates in Theology from Rhema Bible Institute and am pursuing becoming a certified and licensed Christian Clinical Therapist. I’m a born again Christian attending Bethel Deliverance Church in Wyncote, Pennsylvania.

 

What type of jobs or careers have you worked in the past?

 

I worked in nursing for over 30 years and in the business world for another ten in quality control and as an administrative assistant for ten more.

 

Who are you  favorite authors?

 

There are so many I love but to rattle off a few of my favorites; Toni Morrison, Terry McMillian, Francine Rivers and Alex Haley, Sharon Ewell Foster as well as Charles Dickens, William Shakespeare, Eugene O’Neil, Tennessee Williams, Lorrain Hansberry,and Langston Hughes

 

What are your favorite books?

 

The Holy Bible, Roots, Paradise, Redeeming Love, Tale of Two Cities and The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks plus several others but I’ll stop there.

 

When did you begin to realize you wanted to write?

 

I was a very young child when I started writing stories. This was even before I could write cursive. I used to print out my own little tales in those black and white composition books.

 

Tell us about your journey to publication.

 

I always loved writing since childhood as I stated but I never thought I could make it a profession. I wrote only for pleasure and there were periods in my life I didn’t write at all. I’m a late bloomer because I only started to seriously pursue writing in the last 15 years or so. It wasn’t until After I was saved that the unction swelled up inside me to use the gift GOD gave me to serve the Kingdom. Although at first I wasn’t calling it that. It took years of writing and writing and more writing. Finally and through the grace if GOD I got a good literary agent and even after that it was a couple of years before I got a contract. I am not formerly trained writer so I learned as I went. It has not been a fast or painless process and I got many rejections to vouch for it. After much ego destruction and disappointment the fruits of my labor emerged. I am humbled and grateful. I still had a lot to learn though and still do I’m sure. There is so much more to the process of getting a novel in print than just writing it. It’s a team effort requiring many people to do what they do for the good the book. I marvel at the details that have to be tended to and that’s just fine with me because I am a detail person. That’s a writer’s trait I suppose.

 

The thing is while you move toward manifesting the dream of authorship with a tradition publisher life goes on. You work a 9-5 job and have a family etc. My life went through some major changes in almost every area while I pounded out my novels on the computer…many novels. I’m talking major and not so good changes. So writing became something I was determined to keep doing no matter what but I KNOW, it would have never happened with the Hand of the Lord Jesus on my life. This is not a mere career choice or a hobby, it’s a calling I must answer and love.

 

Are you a full-time writer? If so, describe your day?

 

I’ve only been a full time for 3 years now. My day varies a lot but I write or try to 6 days a week. I take a day of for rest and have to do that on purpose because I would do it 7 days and that’s not good. The body and mind needs to rest. I do the normal household chores, cook and so forth. I intentionally try to spend a certain number of hours writing. That could be editing what I already wrote or writing a new story. I would say that in a week I put in more time writing now than I did on my 9-5 jobs outside the home for 40 years. This feels so right to me and is not laborious but a labor of love.

 

About the Book

Set in the 1800s, Ruth’s Redemption, depicts slave life in the south.  Bo, the main character who was educated while a slave is a freedman who now owns a farm and  buys slaves for the purpose of giving them their freedom. Bo is also a widower whose life is destined to changed when he meets the stubborn, proud and hard-hearted 20 year old slave girl, Ruth.

Ruth has known nothing but harshness and brutality since being separated from her mother at age thirteen. Purchased and sold primarily for breeding and the enlargement of her master’s slave stock, Ruth struggles to understand the way of her new master.  Bo is unlike any master she’s known and what she experiences in his care will leave her forever changed.

A gripping pre-Civil War slave era novel, Ruth’s Redemption is a story of forgiveness, acceptance and redemption. Set against the backdrop of the Nat Turner Rebellion in Tidewater, Virginia, this novel shines the light of God’s unconditional love in the darkness of the evils of hatred and acts of inhumanity.

 
 

About the Author

Marlene Banks is a Philadelphia, PA native.  She attended Westminster College in New Wilmington, PA and has an Associate’s Degree in Theology from the Rhema Bible Institute in Keysville, VA.  She is the director of ministry at Lifeline Mission of the Gospel.  Through her writing ministry, Marlene’s desire is to promote the gospel and serve the needs of her community.

Visit the author online at:

www.marlenebanks.com

http://www.ruthsredemption.com

 

Book  Trailer:

 

 

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Stephanie Perry Moore Virtual Book Tour

February 8, 2012 By 2 Comments
Stephanie Perry Moore

Tell us about yourself.

My name is Stephanie Perry Moore and I am the author of over fifty Young Adult books. I love writing books to inspire and uplift people. I have been married to former NFL player, Derrick Moore for nearly eighteen years and we have three teens.

 

What type of jobs or careers have you worked in the past?

I was an intern for the Arsenio Hall show and I worked in the music video industry.

 

Who are your favorite authors?

Alex Haley, Beverly Jenkins, Terry McMillian, Max Lucado, Robin Jones Gunn, Victoria Christopher Murray and Vanessa Davis Griggs

 

What are your favorite books?

My favorite book is the bible. I also love Roots.

 

When did you begin to realize you wanted to write?

When I was in the seventh grade I realized I wanted to write.

 

Tell us about your journey to publication.

It took me seven years to get my first book published. I got several rejections. I kept revising, praying and networking. Finally Moody Publications created an imprint Lift Every Voice that was the perfect fit for my work.

 

Are you a full-time writer?

If so, describe your day? Yes I am a full time writer. I outline my novels, talk into a tape recorder, have my assistants transcribe them, and then edit the chapters.

 

 

About the Author

STEPHANIE PERRY MOORE is the author of many Young Adult Christian fiction titles, including the Payton Skky series, the Laurel Shadrach series, the Perry Skky Jr. series, the Faith Thomas Novelzine series, the Carmen Browne series, and the Beta Gamma Pi series. She is also the co-editor for the impactful BibleZine, REAL. Mrs. Moore speaks with young people across the country, showing them how they can live life fully and do it God’s way. Stephanie currently lives in the greater Atlanta area with her husband, Derrick, a former NFL player and author, and their three children. Visit her website at www.stephanieperrymoore.com.

 

 

About the Books

The Morgan Love Series is a chapter book series written for girls, 7 – 9 years old. The series provides moral lessons that will aid in character development. It will also help young girls develop their vocabulary, English and math skills as they read through the stories and complete the entertaining and educational exercises provided at the end of each chapter and in the back of the book.

 

A+ Attitude

Morgan is sad and mad at the world because things are not going the way she wants. Why does my daddy have to leave again to save the country? Why do I have to go live with mommy and her new husband? Why does my mommy have to have a new baby? Why do I have to go to a new school? Why do I have to make new friends? Why? Why? Why? Though she is having a hard time adjusting to all the new things in her life, especially her new baby brother and stepdad, Derek, Morgan makes up her mind that no matter what is going on, she is going to have an A+ attitude.

Speak Up

When Morgan discovers that Antoine and Alec, the new kids on her block are big bullies she doesn’t know what to do. When she goes back to school, she finds out that Alec is the also the new kid in her class. When her friend Trey, stops hanging out with her and the others and hangs out with Alec instead, she is worried. She doesn’t want Trey to get into trouble nor have the other kids think she’s a tattletale. Morgan is having a hard time knowing what she should do. Should she continue to keep quiet or is it time to speak up?

Something Special

Morgan, wanting to fit in with the crowd, teases a large girl and a special-ed kid at school. When she is caught she has to go to the principal’s office. When she finds out how much her teasing hurt her classmates she feels bad. Later, while playing together, Morgan and her cousins all share a secret wish. Morgan wants to be prettier. Drake wants to be taller. Sadie wants longer hair. When she goes to vacation bible school Morgan learns that God made each person just the way they are for a reason, even those kids she laughed at and teased. Just the way they are, is okay and they are all something special to God.

Right Thing

When Morgan lets her best friend, Brook talk her into doing something her mommy tells her not to do, she gets into trouble. But that does not stop Morgan from disobeying her mommy again. When she ignores her mommy and takes her iPod to school, she not only gets in trouble but is badly hurt by one of the older girls. She learns that when she doesn’t obey her parents she is not only letting them down but God too. The next time Brook tries to talk Morgan into doing what she knows is wrong; Morgan decides to do the right thing.

No Fear

Don’t be afraid. Have no fear. That’s what Morgan’s parents and grandparents were always telling her. But she was having a hard time doing what they said as she thought about the big test coming up and wondered if her daddy was on the navy shipped that was recently attacked. When Morgan shares her fears with her mommy, her mommy tells her about the good news from God and about Heaven, Morgan begins to understand why her parents and grandparents are always telling her to have no fear.

 

 

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