Music of the Night (Tower Knights #1), by Angela J. Ford (romantic fantasy, steamy; 2021) (Note: This title is for mature readers only. Mild spoilers below.) Phew, is it hot in here?! This is my second review of a steamy fantasy novel this month! This romantic fantasy (with the bedroom door very, very open) is … Continue reading Review of Music of the Night (Ford)
Tag: indie fantasy
Review of Avalanche (Velfman)
Avalanche (Pler Series #3), by Anna Velfman (fantasy, science-fantasy; November 20, 2021) (Note: I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review. This book also contains mature content and allusions to non-consentual encounters.) Lanna of the Clans is back--or at least she would be, if life at the palace didn't have her so confused. … Continue reading Review of Avalanche (Velfman)
Review of The Daughter of Earth (Pey)
The Daughter of Earth (The Dryad Chronicles #1), by Callie Pey (romantic Fantasy, Steamy fantasy; 2021) (Note: I received a free copy in exchange for an honest review. This title is for mature readers only.) This is an engaging, extremely steamy story (with fated mate context) that reads quickly. Yes, a little too quickly at … Continue reading Review of The Daughter of Earth (Pey)
Review of Phoenix Heart: Ashes
Phoenix Heart: Episode 1: Ashes (Phoenix Heart Season 1 #1), by Sarah K.L. Wilson (Fantasy; July 2021) I’m so pleased to see more books coming out with disabled and chronically ill protagonists these days. Phoenix Heart: Season 1, Episode 1: Ashes (yes, a mouthful, but these novellas are being released episodically) has a wonderfully realistic … Continue reading Review of Phoenix Heart: Ashes
Protected: The Fishermen’s Princess, Chapter 6
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Review: A Trial of Thorns (Rookwood & Vince)
A Trial of Thorns (A Court of Fairy Tales #2), by Helena Rookwood and Elm Vince (June 17, 2021; fantasy, fairytale retelling) (Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.) A Trial of Thorns departs from its roots as a Beauty and the Beast retelling as a major … Continue reading Review: A Trial of Thorns (Rookwood & Vince)
Interview: Helena Rookwood and Elm Vince (An Enchantment of Thorns)
Today, I get to bring you all something special: an interview with An Enchantment of Thorns co-authors Helena Rookwood (The Thief and the Throne) and Elm Vince (Tapestry of Night). This interview was conducted via email with the Scotland-based authors. True to form, they've even written many of their answers together! First of all, congratulations … Continue reading Interview: Helena Rookwood and Elm Vince (An Enchantment of Thorns)
Indie Book Spotlight: Tapestry of Night (Vince)
In a world where only one late-bloomer can save her people from a terrible fate, the time has come...for another Indie Book Spotlight! Tapestry of Night (Star Cast Series #1), by Elm Vince (2020; Romantic Fantasy) The opening chapter of Elm Vince’s Tapestry of Night shows us that fate can be written in the stars—if … Continue reading Indie Book Spotlight: Tapestry of Night (Vince)
The (overwhelming) truth about releasing an indie book
It’s been a wild 9 days.Wow. Only 9 days?!After dipping my toes into the self-publishing world, I released my first full-length novel on January 15th. There were a few differences this time, like that I chose wide distribution (making my book available at many retailers) instead of just Amazon.Here’s what I’ve learned so far:1. Mistakes … Continue reading The (overwhelming) truth about releasing an indie book
Girl of Shadow and Glass is almost here!
I'm happy and relieved to say I just turned in my manuscript for the Kindle edition of Girl of Shadow and Glass! Woo! The ebook is available for 99c for a limited time.In the coming days, Girl of Shadow and Glass will be available on other retailers, but you can check out this handy universal book link … Continue reading Girl of Shadow and Glass is almost here!