New Novels by Emma Chase! @ninabocci @EmmaChse

Emma Chase, New York Times bestselling author of the Tangled series, returns with the first installment of the Legal Briefs series! The Legal Briefs Series will consist of: OVERRULED coming April 2015 Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/22923997-overruled Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Overruled-Legal-Briefs-Emma-Chase-ebook/dp/B00MK394JI/ref=sr_1_5/190-1739189-4099357?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1408819341&sr=1-5 ​Summary A Washington, DC, defense attorney, Stanton Shaw keeps his head cool,...

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Writing Tip and Reading Suggestion #GKChesterton

Today's writing tip comes from Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874-1936). He was an English writer, lay theologian, poet, philosopher, dramatist, journalist, orator, literary and art critic, biographer, and Christian apologist.  Here's the writing tip: Listen respectfully to the very best advice, and then... One of his most famous work is The Innocence of Father Brown. You can read it online for free: The Innocence of Father Brown (complete) Happy writing and happy reading! - Ra...

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Something Funny about "Downton Abbey" #DowntonAbbey

I love Downton Abbey because of its fascinating historical setting and because of Maggie Smith's perfect interpretation of Lady Violet. Here's something funny while we wait for the new season. The first episode is expected to be aired within a few weeks in UK (September 2014). Downton Abbey Personality Quiz:  http://www.weta.org/tv/program/downtonabbey/quiz Aren't there many fabulous characters to choose between? Memorable Quotes by Lady Violet: http://downtonabbeyonline.com/countess-dowager-violet-grantham-quotes/ One...

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Writing Lab: The Inspiration Behind "Anniversary Killer" by Alexandra Allred @alexandraallred

Anniversary Killer is a mystery/detective story, published by The Writers Coffee Shop. Alex Allred is ready to tell us more about the inspiration behind her new novel: "Anniversary Killer was originally written almost two decades ago. I was living in Westerville, Ohio when an unusual crime occurred. Yes, just as the character Allie Lindell lives in Westerville, it is a real place with many duck crossings, a lot of rain and, on one fine day, a place of murder. Like most of my neighbors, I was stunned to see the gorgeous home on...

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Cover Reveal: "Eight Days a Week" by Amber Johnson @whereisjakeryan

Andrew Lyons has been running from responsibility his entire life. Returning home after a couple of years abroad, he finds himself... Release Date: November 6 , 2014 Published by The Writers Coffee Shop Summary Andrew Lyons has been running from responsibility his entire life. Returning home after a couple of years abroad, he finds himself jobless and living in close quarters with a sister he can barely tolerate. At her request, he searches for a job on Craigslist, but finds a room for rent instead. Or so he thinks. Gwen...

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Writing Tip and Reading Suggestion #EAPoe

Today's writing tip comes from Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849). He was an American author, poet, and literary critic. Here's the writing tip: A short story must have a single mood and every sentence must build towards it. You can read many of his stories online. Try this one: The Tell-Tale Heart. Happy writing and happy reading! - Ra...

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Let's talk about "Exposure" by Morgan and Jennifer Locklear @MJLocklear

As Morgan and I have been promoting our debut novel, Exposure, we’re often asked how the idea for the book came about, so we thought we’d take the time to share that particular story here on MyReadingLounge… THE PLOT BUNNY One afternoon several years ago, I (Jennifer) was spending a day at home doing the laundry. Laundry is never my favorite thing to do, but according to the rest of my family I have some talent for it so I own it. Not surprisingly, my mind began to wander while I plodded through the chore. As I was trying to...

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Let's talk about "Ready to Love Again" by Annalyse Knight @annalyseknight

“You’ve already lost one love in your lifetime — don’t let Katie be the second.” Published by The Writers Coffee Shop Genre: Romance/Contemporary ISBN e-book:  978-1-61213-321-8 Available from: Amazon, Kobo, Barnes and Noble, and TWCS PH Summary After a bitter divorce, Katie Rodriquez moves with her nine-year-old son, Shawn, to California to take a job at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. A fresh start is exactly what she and her son need. However, a fateful stroll on a Carmel beach turns her world upside down when she meets...

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Experience Writing "Ready to Love Again" - by Annalyse Knight @annalyseknight

Annalyse Knight has kindly agreed to discuss her experience writing Ready to Love Again.  "First, let me say that I never intended to publish this story. I started writing it as an escape from the drama happening in my personal life almost six years ago. Fortunately, I had three online friends who I bounced ideas off every day. We’d meet on Yahoo Messenger and chat about the next chapters each of us had to write. We’d visualize the next scene and play it out from start to finish. One person would make a suggestion and then the conversation...

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Cover Reveal: "Anniversary Killer" by Alexandra Allred @alexandraallred

Anniversary Killer, Published by The Writers Coffee Shop, is a mistery and detective story.  Published by The Writers Coffee Shop Genre: Fiction/Mystery & Detective/Women Sleuth ISBN e-book:  978-1-61213-262-4 Available from: Amazon, Kobo, Barnes and Noble, and TWCS PH  Goodreads * Add to Want To Read List  Summary One o’clock and all’s . . . well, not so well, but what’s new in the world of Allie Lindell? Almost a year to the day, Mickey Callahan’s business partner...

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Writing Tip and Reading Suggestion #Chekhov

Today's writing tip comes from Anton Chekhov (1860-1904). He was a Russian physician, dramaturge and author; he's considered to be among the greatest writers of short stories. Here's the writing tip: Don't tell me the moon is shining; show me the glint of light on broken glass.  You can read many of his stories online. Try this one: Life as a series of questions and exclamations. Happy writing and happy reading! - Ra...

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"De Immortalitate" on RobAttack @MariahajilE

De Immortalitate has been featured on RobAttack with other stories set in the Roman Empire. Thank you to the amazing staff of RobAttack! Random Rita ~ When In Rome! http://robattack.wordpress.com/2014/08/01/random-rita-when-in-rome/ If you haven't read De Immortalitate, you may want to give a look to the animated banner: Reviewers get a little gift, different for each chapter. All the best, - Raum&nb...

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Cover Reveal: "Twelve", by @TM_Franklin

Let's talk about Twelve, by T.M. Franklin Release Date: October 9, 2014 Published by The Writers Coffee Shop Summary: Ava Michaels is gifted, powerful, and—whether she likes it or not—part of a plot to take over the world. It’s only been a few months since Ava Michaels discovered she has ties to an ancient people living in the shadows of the human world, despite their superior gifts and abilities. A select few don’t like hiding, however, and think it’s time to take control. Now Ava’s caught up in a conspiracy in the works before...

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