Action Adventure - CA Farlow for the book The Paris Contagion
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Synopsis: Global terrorism, bioweapons, despots, and a deadly new virus all combine to make the world an unstable place, particularly for Samantha Michaels, an analyst with the Central Intelligence Agency, and for Cassandra Stanley, captain of a US Navy guided missile cruiser.
Fears mount as weapons of mass destruction are tested by North Korea’s Supreme Leader and a deadly pandemic sweeps through the world. When missiles capable of reaching the United States are tested, it’s clear North Korea must be stopped. Ripped from today’s news headlines, The Paris Contagion spans the globe.
Can the Supreme Leader of the Democratic Republic of Korea be stopped before Armageddon is launched on the world?
Fears mount as weapons of mass destruction are tested by North Korea’s Supreme Leader and a deadly pandemic sweeps through the world. When missiles capable of reaching the United States are tested, it’s clear North Korea must be stopped. Ripped from today’s news headlines, The Paris Contagion spans the globe.
Can the Supreme Leader of the Democratic Republic of Korea be stopped before Armageddon is launched on the world?
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Bio: I am a scientist by training and vocation. I spent many years working for a major resource company. The three Whisketeers and I live in the Rocky Mountains of the US. We just moved to a new house where the wildlife is in our yard and provides much kittie enjoyment. This summer we are suffering under a heat wave that is relentless. Global warming and the events noted in my book are real, unfortunately.
Fantasy - Alison Naomi Holt for the book Elyon's Ghost
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Synopsis: Elyon’s Ghost is the second in the explosive new sapphic series, The Daughters of Elyon. This series introduces a world full of intrigue and adventure, one that pulls the reader deep into the lives of the characters and refuses to let go.
The story follows Sábria, the Arch Priestess, and her warriors, commonly known as Elyon’s Blades--strong female protagonists following the mandates of their Goddess, Elyon, who demands her warriors risk all to defend womankind.
The story follows Sábria, the Arch Priestess, and her warriors, commonly known as Elyon’s Blades--strong female protagonists following the mandates of their Goddess, Elyon, who demands her warriors risk all to defend womankind.
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Bio: I grew up listening to my parents reading me the most wonderful books full of adventure, heroes, ducks, and curly-tailed pigs. I promote reading wherever I go and believe literacy is the key to changing the world for the better.Along those lines—the changing the world for the better part—I have always believed that there is a strong, capable warrior inside every girl and woman in the world. I try to use my platform as an author to empower all womenkind by creating strong women warriors in my novels whose lives aren’t perfect but who stand up for themselves and their sisters, no matter what difficult challenges life throws their way.
Together, women can change the world for the better. Whether the world we change is no bigger than the block we live on or the children we raise or whether we change entire communities, women can and do make a difference. Believe in yourself. I do.
If you want to know a little about me, my previous life as a cop gave me a bizarre sense of humor, a realistic look at life, and an insatiable desire to live life to the fullest. I love all horses & hounds and some humans…
I enjoy hearing from my readers. Visit my website to get in touch.
Together, women can change the world for the better. Whether the world we change is no bigger than the block we live on or the children we raise or whether we change entire communities, women can and do make a difference. Believe in yourself. I do.
If you want to know a little about me, my previous life as a cop gave me a bizarre sense of humor, a realistic look at life, and an insatiable desire to live life to the fullest. I love all horses & hounds and some humans…
I enjoy hearing from my readers. Visit my website to get in touch.
Fiction - Barbara Lynn Murphy for the book When It's True
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Synopsis: Happily married couple Beth and Kelly get a last-minute visitor for the holidays in the form of Beth’s womanizing ex-girlfriend Jackie, who boldly announces that she plans to walk away from this visit with more than just good memories.
When Kelly’s sister Paige arrives a day later, the sparks fly with Jackie. Kelly is determined to convince her sister that Jackie is not to be trusted. But Paige sees a different side of Jackie and puts her past heartache aside to give Jackie a chance.
Meanwhile, Beth and Kelly rely on the strength of their love to support each other through an unimaginable ordeal.
When Kelly’s sister Paige arrives a day later, the sparks fly with Jackie. Kelly is determined to convince her sister that Jackie is not to be trusted. But Paige sees a different side of Jackie and puts her past heartache aside to give Jackie a chance.
Meanwhile, Beth and Kelly rely on the strength of their love to support each other through an unimaginable ordeal.
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Bio: Barbara Lynn Murphy is originally from Long Island, New York, but currently lives in suburban Atlanta, Georgia with her wife and five dogs. Always an avid reader, she is a late bloomer to writing, having only started doing so in earnest during the Covid years. What was once a passing fancy has morphed into a second chapter in her professional life.
Historical - Edale Lane for the book War and Solace
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Synopsis: A battle-hardened shieldmaiden. A pacifist healer. Can the two find love amid the chaos of war?
From Edale Lane, the award-winning, best-selling author of Sigrid & Elyn, comes a new Tale from Norgevr!
Tyrdis is a stalwart warrior raised to value honor, courage, and military prowess. When a traumatic injury renders the powerful protector helpless, she depends on the lovely, tender-hearted Adelle to restore her from the brink of death. Is it merely gratitude or true love that draws Tyrdis to the healer?
Defying cultural norms, Adelle despises violence and those who propagate it, but when her shieldmaiden patient saves the life of her beloved little girl, she must reexamine her values. Could Tyrdis be more than a stiff, efficient killer with an amazing body?
In a kingdom steeped in conflict with their neighbors and internal strife, shocking secrets are revealed, and both women strive to ensure justice prevails. Can they overcome their differences to safeguard their friends, end the war, and fall in love, or will fate prove to be a cruel sovereign?
This Sapphic Viking Historical nursed-back-to-health, opposites-attract Romance is packed with action, intrigue, and mythical references. If you enjoy rich storytelling that brings the past to life, vivid characters you won’t forget, and a surprise twist on the way to a HEA ending, then you’ll love War and Solace.
From Edale Lane, the award-winning, best-selling author of Sigrid & Elyn, comes a new Tale from Norgevr!
Tyrdis is a stalwart warrior raised to value honor, courage, and military prowess. When a traumatic injury renders the powerful protector helpless, she depends on the lovely, tender-hearted Adelle to restore her from the brink of death. Is it merely gratitude or true love that draws Tyrdis to the healer?
Defying cultural norms, Adelle despises violence and those who propagate it, but when her shieldmaiden patient saves the life of her beloved little girl, she must reexamine her values. Could Tyrdis be more than a stiff, efficient killer with an amazing body?
In a kingdom steeped in conflict with their neighbors and internal strife, shocking secrets are revealed, and both women strive to ensure justice prevails. Can they overcome their differences to safeguard their friends, end the war, and fall in love, or will fate prove to be a cruel sovereign?
This Sapphic Viking Historical nursed-back-to-health, opposites-attract Romance is packed with action, intrigue, and mythical references. If you enjoy rich storytelling that brings the past to life, vivid characters you won’t forget, and a surprise twist on the way to a HEA ending, then you’ll love War and Solace.
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Bio: Edale Lane is an Amazon Best-selling author and winner of Rainbow, Lesfic Bard, and Imaginarium Awards. Her sapphic historical fiction and mystery stories feature women leading the action and entice readers with likeable characters, engaging storytelling, and vivid world-creation.
Lane (whose legal name is Melodie Romeo) holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Education, a master’s in history, and taught school for 24 years before embarking on an adventure driving an 18-wheeler over-the-road. She is a mother of two, Grammy of three, and doggy mom to Australian Shepherds. A native of Vicksburg, MS, Lane now lives her dream of being a full-time author in beautiful Chilliwack, BC with her long-time life-partner.
Lane (whose legal name is Melodie Romeo) holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Education, a master’s in history, and taught school for 24 years before embarking on an adventure driving an 18-wheeler over-the-road. She is a mother of two, Grammy of three, and doggy mom to Australian Shepherds. A native of Vicksburg, MS, Lane now lives her dream of being a full-time author in beautiful Chilliwack, BC with her long-time life-partner.
Mystery - Iza Moreau and R.E. Conary for the book Stormy Weather
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Synopsis: Book 6 of the Elodie Fontaine Mystery series finds the high school sleuth trying to solve her first murder. Trouble is, the murder happened 20 years ago and a strong hurricane has just devastated the ancient crime scene at Maudry Manor--an artists retreat owned by a beloved author of children's stories. To top it off, her new friend Bell is being blackmailed by someone who has embarrassing selfies. Both the murderer and the blackmailer will try their hardest to make sure Elodie fails.
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Bio: Iza Moreau is a 2-time Rainbow Award Winner, a 2-time Lesfic Bard Winner, a Golden Crown Finalist and a 10-time Next Generation Indie Award finalist. She rides dressage at the fourth level and is adept at shooting archery. She currently lives in the U.K. in a world of her own making.
R E Conary: First, and foremost, I’m a reader. It’s a rare night I’m not tucked in with a book before bed. Books are as much a part of me, my DNA, as the Conarys, Dames, Longs, Fullers, Cousins and Chiltons on back to that first amoeba that tweaked to life in the long forgotten primordial ooze. And I try to write stories I’d like to read.
I write many types of stories but private investigator Rachel Cord is my modern-day Cyrano de Bergerac striding through Raymond Chandler's mean streets. James Rockford in drag. She's a what-you-see-is-what-you-get woman who's not afraid to take chances or make mistakes and is willing to let the reader into her darkest moments as well as her accomplishments. She holds nothing back.
I come from a long line of New Englanders and was raised on the sunny shores of Southern California. For 20 plus years I lived and worked in different parts of the country and the world courtesy of Uncle Sam. I currently live in Southern Georgia with my wife and two cats.
R E Conary: First, and foremost, I’m a reader. It’s a rare night I’m not tucked in with a book before bed. Books are as much a part of me, my DNA, as the Conarys, Dames, Longs, Fullers, Cousins and Chiltons on back to that first amoeba that tweaked to life in the long forgotten primordial ooze. And I try to write stories I’d like to read.
I write many types of stories but private investigator Rachel Cord is my modern-day Cyrano de Bergerac striding through Raymond Chandler's mean streets. James Rockford in drag. She's a what-you-see-is-what-you-get woman who's not afraid to take chances or make mistakes and is willing to let the reader into her darkest moments as well as her accomplishments. She holds nothing back.
I come from a long line of New Englanders and was raised on the sunny shores of Southern California. For 20 plus years I lived and worked in different parts of the country and the world courtesy of Uncle Sam. I currently live in Southern Georgia with my wife and two cats.
New Author - Lark Sullivan for the book The Beginning of Goodbye
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Synopsis: Would you follow your desires, no matter the consequences?
A friend, a lover, a stranger...follow the stories of ten women as they decide whether to risk everything to pursue the women they desire and discover the truth behind one woman's journey to heal a broken heart.
A friend, a lover, a stranger...follow the stories of ten women as they decide whether to risk everything to pursue the women they desire and discover the truth behind one woman's journey to heal a broken heart.
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Bio: Lark has been writing in one form or another almost her entire life. Next to books, her great loves are diving and coffee...and her wife and son, of course. And cats.
Paranormal - Barbara Ann Wright for the book Haunted by Myth
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Synopsis: Chloe knew her future would be boring. Every job pales in comparison to the family legacy: hunting monsters and banishing ghosts. But that birthright belongs to her mother and sister, leaving Chloe forever outside looking in. Until her sister dies without warning. Chloe gets the family magic, a lack of self-confidence, a grieving mother, a sarcastic spirit guide, and room for nothing else, especially love. And lately, someone seems to be summoning ghosts and protecting monsters, and all clues point to one very famous face: Helen of Troy.
Helen has spent hundreds of years running a sanctuary and rehab for the last mythical creatures on earth. And she has a huge chip on her shoulder about that whole Trojan War thing. Neither she nor Chloe has time for the other’s philosophy or to see if their growing attraction is more than skin-deep, not when there are some monsters that won’t be sent to the Underworld without a fight.
Helen has spent hundreds of years running a sanctuary and rehab for the last mythical creatures on earth. And she has a huge chip on her shoulder about that whole Trojan War thing. Neither she nor Chloe has time for the other’s philosophy or to see if their growing attraction is more than skin-deep, not when there are some monsters that won’t be sent to the Underworld without a fight.
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Bio: Barbara Ann Wright writes fantasy and science fiction novels when not ranting on her blog. She has been a finalist in the Foreword Review Book of the Year Awards, the Goldie Awards, and the Lambda Literary Awards. The Pyramid Waltz was one of Tor.com's Reviewer's Choice books of 2012, made BookRiot’s 100 Must-Read Sci-Fi Fantasy Novels By Female Authors, and won the 2013 Rainbow Award for Best Lesbian Fantasy. A Kingdom Lost won the 2014 Rainbow Award for Best Lesbian Fantasy Romance, while Thrall: Beyond Gold and Glory won the 2016 Rainbow Award for Best Lesbian Fantasy Romance. She’d love to hear from you on her blog (www.barbaraannwright.wordpress.com), Facebook (www.facebook.com/zendragandt), or Twitter (@zendragandt). Send her an email at zendragreatandterrible@gmail.com.
Romance - Alyson Root for the book Always Emilie
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Synopsis: Charlie Baxter has it all. A beautiful house, successful company and a set of tattoos that light women on fire at the mere sight of them. Not to mention, she’s tall and gorgeous! Life is good… Well, that is until her old music teacher calls insisting she return to her old school to take part in their annual charity ball. Charlie left Pickerton Academy behind twenty years ago. She also left behind the heartache caused by the only girl she ever loved.
Emilie Martin is an international superstar. She’s had fame and fortune for the past two decades, but what she really wants now is a break. Maybe a couple of weeks in the English countryside and a visit to her old school is just what she needs. Sounds perfect, and it would be if it weren’t for the fact it meant seeing the one person Emilie has pined over for twenty years. The girl that got away. No, the girl Emilie threw away.
With both women on a collision course with their past, can they put all the hurt behind them and start again? Can they keep their hands off each other long enough to really figure out what they want?
Emilie Martin is an international superstar. She’s had fame and fortune for the past two decades, but what she really wants now is a break. Maybe a couple of weeks in the English countryside and a visit to her old school is just what she needs. Sounds perfect, and it would be if it weren’t for the fact it meant seeing the one person Emilie has pined over for twenty years. The girl that got away. No, the girl Emilie threw away.
With both women on a collision course with their past, can they put all the hurt behind them and start again? Can they keep their hands off each other long enough to really figure out what they want?
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Bio: Alyson was born and raised in the heart of England. She moved to Paris in 2015 when she met her wife. Together they moved to the west of France where they now live with their two dogs and pet bird. Alyson spends her time running a small campsite and holiday home. During her off time, she loves to read lesbian romance books, write and Scuba Dive.
Science Fiction – Zaayin Salaam for the book With Love, From Planet B
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Synopsis: We ignored the climate deadlines. The bombs made it worse. Now it’s 2085, and the 6th extinction event is unfolding.
Zara is a master lucid dreamer, training her team in this rare skill, so that one day, if a suitable earth-like exoplanet is found, they can safely teleport there. It seems her dreams are coming true when Lex, her girlfriend and team mathematician discovers Planet B.
But Planet B won’t let anyone enter… Join Zara and Lex on their hero’s journey as they go within to find their real selves, and face new revelations about reality. Will they manage to cure themselves of the Three Spiritual Diseases that afflict all Earthlings? Will they get to survive on Planet B?
Zara is a master lucid dreamer, training her team in this rare skill, so that one day, if a suitable earth-like exoplanet is found, they can safely teleport there. It seems her dreams are coming true when Lex, her girlfriend and team mathematician discovers Planet B.
But Planet B won’t let anyone enter… Join Zara and Lex on their hero’s journey as they go within to find their real selves, and face new revelations about reality. Will they manage to cure themselves of the Three Spiritual Diseases that afflict all Earthlings? Will they get to survive on Planet B?
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Bio: Dr Zaayin Salaam is the author's pseudonym. She is an Internal Medicine MD and an energy worker. She lives in the US. You can learn more about her on her website: planetbthebook com
Cover - Karen Badger for the book Say Their Names
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Synopsis: Jo Benson is a political science professor. Tam Allen is a cardiac care nurse. Jo and Tam met several years previously, at a demonstration protesting police brutality against the black community.
After several years together, they relocate from South Carolina to upstate New York when Jo is offered a tenured position at the State University of New York.
Two years after relocating, Jo and Tam purchase an old mansion in the Adirondack region of New York. History collides when they discover secrets about their new home that will change their lives forever.
Join them as they strive to discover who had been living in their attic for sixty years.
After several years together, they relocate from South Carolina to upstate New York when Jo is offered a tenured position at the State University of New York.
Two years after relocating, Jo and Tam purchase an old mansion in the Adirondack region of New York. History collides when they discover secrets about their new home that will change their lives forever.
Join them as they strive to discover who had been living in their attic for sixty years.
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Bio: Karen D. Badger was born in Vermont at the end of the hippie era. She is the second of five children and was raised by a divorced mother, who to this day remains one of her best friends. Karen graduated from college in 1978 with B.A.’s in Drama and Elementary Education. Later, she returned to school and in 1994 earned a B.S. in Scientific Mathematics. In addition to writing books, she is currently in her 36th year as an Engineer in the semiconductor computer chip manufacturing field. In 2007, at the Golden Crown Literary Society Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, she met Barb Sawyer, who would later become her wife. Karen and Barb have two grown sons, three grandkids and countless family and friends, all of whom they enjoy immensely. In their spare time they enjoy home improvement projects, karaoke, camping, kayaking and motorcycling.
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