Friday, August 31, 2012

Cover Reveal: The Modified


Hello Everyone!

Annnnnd welcome to the cover reveal for the first book in our new trilogy, The Modified :D The Modified has a tentative release date of late September/early October. It’s a futuristic (Sci-Fi like with a mix of a little dystopian too) paranormal series that takes place slightly in the future, and deals with genetically modified human beings in a war against an unknown race called the Bringers (more on that later). This series is also more romantic than The Childe series and little older as well, but will still be considered Young Adult.

Now, this cover reveal is special to us for three reasons: 1) It's hosted by Rachel from Young Adult Novel Reader 2) There's a nifty giveaway lined up and 3) We're being joined by 40+ bloggers who have all offered to help spread the word! Below you will find a list of all the bloggers who have graciously offered their time and blog space :) We can't even begin to thank them enough and we're tremendously grateful. 

We're SUPER excited to share this cover with you and hope that you guys like it as much as we do. Sooooo here it is...THE COVER FOR THE MODIFIED: 

 

What would you sacrifice to save the one’s you love? To save the one who holds your heart? To save the world?

Kenley Grayson is all too familiar with these questions.

After Earth is thrust into its first intergalactic war with an unknown race called the Bringers, our military forces begin to suffer heavy losses. Desperate for a solution, the Allied Federation issues a worldwide draft for every able seventeen-year-old to enlist. As Kenley turns seventeen, she finds herself thrown into the very war that took her older brother’s life.
This year’s draft is a little different than in the past though. A new program, known as the Magnus Project, has been introduced, and only the best and brightest qualify. Kenley is amongst a select few whom are chosen to join this elite group of soldiers, and as a part of this project, undergoes a modification procedure that leaves her and her peers endowed with powers beyond their wildest dreams.
As Earth continues in its struggle against the Bringers, Kenley is transported to a high-tech training facility, the Magnus Academy, to prepare for the major battle that lies ahead. It’s here that she meets the California heartthrob, and son of a legendary war hero, Landon Shaw. As unexpected feelings toward Landon begin to develop, Kenley wonders if this is the right time or place for romance to bloom, especially when those feelings start to interfere with her training.
With the weight of the world on her shoulders, Kenley is constantly reminded of how important she and the rest of the Magnus cadets are to the fate of humanity. She is one of the Modified, Earth’s last line of defense against utter destruction.

Oh, and if you do like the cover for The Modified and want to see more work from the man responsible for it, just head on over to Nathan Szerdy’s website and peruse his amazing collection of works. We guarantee that you won’t be disappointed!

List of Wonderful Bloggers:


Thank you all for stopping by the blog today, and if you're in Decatur, GA this weekend, stop on by the Decatur Book Festival and visit booth 419 because we'll be there :D BIG HUGS to all!

And Now For The Giveaway: (Which Is International)



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Friday, August 17, 2012

Shadow Slayer (Shadow Series #2) Cover Reveal & Giveaway!

All right everyone, do we have a treat for you on the blog today :D We have the great pleasure to be a stop on author Laura A. H. Elliott's cover reveal hop for the second book in her Shadow series! Laura is a fellow Plume (The Indie Author group that we're a part of - The Paranormal Plumes Society) sister of ours and we couldn't be happier to hear that she's ready to release the second book in this FABULOUS young adult series. So, without further delay...HERE'S THE GORGEOUS COVER:


Shadows will do anything to become human.

You see their influence everyday. You say things you don’t mean or do things that aren’t like you. You look different and become inexplicable, at times. Friends you’ve known forever suddenly never call.

Planet Popular was just a part of the Shadow World, where our alter egos merely exist. These shadows want nothing more than to become human so they can finally exercise their own free will. There’s a war brewing between the world of humans and the world of shadows. When shadows invade Roxie’s high school, she’ll not only fight for her life but the lives of her family and friends and discover she alone is the Shadow Slayer, the one human who can save Earth from the shadow onslaught. Oh yeah, there’s an evil English teacher, an enchanted play, a sword of Sandonian steel, a homecoming of horrors, and seven magic words.

Shadow Slayer releases September 18th!

13 on Halloween, (Shadow Series #1) is FREE on Smashwords and is now available as an audiobook on iTunes, Audible or Amazon.

Click here to enter the Shadow Slayer Cover Reveal Giveaway & a chance to win two Shadow Series necklaces (one for each book), a 13 on Halloween audiobook, and a Shadow Slayer paperback.Or you can enter the giveaway through Rafflecopter at the bottom of this post ;)

Laura loves writing about enchanted road trips, shadow worlds, and alien romance while eating lots of popcorn. Find out more about Laura’s books at Laurasmagicday.wordpress.com or find her on Facebook!

So what are you guys waiting for, follow the linkies above for some truly wonderful content!

Big Hugs To All :D

C.A. Kunz
(Carol and Adam Kunz)

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Sunday, August 12, 2012

Get Stranded With Hotties Scavenger Hunt! Our Guy Ryan Has Your Item

 
So here we are,  stranded on a beautiful tropical island...but it could be worse...lucky for us though, we're stuck here with a slew of fictional HOTTIES! Annnnnd each one has a 'gift' that's vital to our survival...well kind of vital. Okay, so while you're all fanning yourselves off from all the heat that sizzling from the blog today, we'll entertain you with a special guest post by none other than our favorite hot-blooded vampire from The Childe series, Ryan Bancroft! Take it away Ryan :D 

Okay, so I've never written a poem in MY WHOLE ENTIRE LIFE, so I'm not sure why I'm writing one now. Maybe it's because I'm trapped on an island and all I can think about is a certain girl. But please bare with me as I make an attempt at one dedicated to the ever-so-lovely, Cat Colvin. Oh, and if the words don't come out clear, it's probably because all I've got is a stick to write with, and A LOT of sand...

A Poem for Cat Colvin (AKA my Red Hot)
Catherine Colvin, where do I start
You rushed into my life and stole my heart
Your hair is curly, and wild
But it's one of the many reasons you fascinate me Childe

The color of your hair is like my favorite candy, Red Hot
Nothing about you is boring, definitely not
A sunny island paradise is not meant for us two
A moonlit beach is our perfect avenue

I was your tutor for a short while
I'm so glad math was not your style
Sitting next to you studying day in and day out
When the problems got hard, you never did pout (okay...maybe not too much)

Wow, I think I suck at this
But I hope this poem brings you bliss
A smile on your face is all I ask
Because for you I'd do any task

Love, 

Ryan  

Awwww! How sweet, Ryan! That Cat Colvin is one lucky gal ;) So, thanks for taking the time to share that poem with us. We know you risked much teasing and torment by your Astoria High varsity football teammates by sharing that, but we really appreciate it!

No problem...hey wasn't I supposed to give a 'gift' out that would help if you were stranded on an island? 

Oh, yeah that's right you were. How could we forget about that. So what's your gift?

Well, like the poem, I want to give something that reminds me of Cat Colvin (It is my nickname for her after all). This item is something that I'd definitely want if I were stranded on an island (Oh wait I am *insert sarcasm*, hahaha)...a box of RED HOTS...my favorite candy!


The Rules:
·         Visit each blog starting today, August 13th, 2012.
·         Collect the 'gifts' from your favorite fictional hotties.
·         Complete the Rafflecopter entry form below, listing each 'gift' you picked up.
·         Oh, and cross your fingers! 

The Stops:
Laura Elliott 

The Grand Prize:
1 Kindle - Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display
+
ecopies of:
Anathema, and Asylum (Causal Enchantment #1 & 2) ~K.A.Tucker
Dante's Girl ~ Courtney Cole
The Wild Ones ~ M.Leighton
Stained and Here ~ Ella James
Shadow Slayer (Shadow Series #2) ~ Laura Elliott
The One ~Heather Self
The Childe & Dark Days ~ C.A.Kunz
Forever Changed ~ Tiffany King
Awaken & Echo of an Earth Angel ~ Sarah M. Ross
Inescapable ~ Amy Bartol
+
Audiobook of 13 on Halloween (Shadow Series #1) ~ Laura Elliott


Isn't that a FABULOUS prize pack! Well, don't forget to enter below and make sure to collect as many gifts as you can because that ups your chances of winning the GRAND PRIZE! Good Luck everyone and we wish you books ;)

Happy Reading,

C.A. Kunz
(Carol and Adam Kunz)
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Saturday, August 11, 2012

Get Stranded with Hotties Scavenger Hunt - coming next week!


 It's August, it's summer, it's hot...but how much hotter would it get if you were stranded on a deserted island with nothing but some swoon-worthy fictional characters to help you survive? Come visit the blogs below from August 13th to August 17th to collect items from a group of true hotties. Then enter your 'gifts' into the entry form for your chance to win a fantabulous grand prize - a Kindle and a pile of books to load onto it!

Now... we can't promise you this group will have the most traditional of survival gear for you. In fact, we can't promise you that you have a hope in Hell of surviving this ordeal. But we can promise...we can promise...sorry, distracted by the twelve hot guys, waiting...


The Rules:
·         Visit each blog beginning August 13th, 2012 at 12:01am EST
·         Collect the 'gifts' from your favorite fictional hotties.
·         Complete the entry form, listing each 'gift' you picked up 
·         Cross your fingers!


The Stops:

 
The Grand Prize:
1 Kindle - Wi-Fi, 6" E Ink Display
+
ecopies of:
Anathema, and Asylum (Causal Enchantment #1 & 2) ~K.A.Tucker
Dante's Girl ~ Courtney Cole
The Wild Ones ~ M.Leighton
Stained and Here ~ Ella James
Shadow Slayer (Shadow Series #2) ~ Laura Elliott
The One ~Heather Self
The Childe & Dark Days ~ C.A.Kunz
Forever Changed ~ Tiffany King
Awaken & Echo of an Earth Angel ~ Sarah M. Ross
Inescapable ~ Amy Bartol
+
Audiobook of 13 on Halloween (Shadow Series #1) ~ Laura Elliott

Make sure to visit us beginning Monday, August 13th to make some new fictional boyfriends, meet some new authors, have some fun, and possibly win a fantastic prize! You'll find the entry form and posts at that time, plus any additional information on the scavenger hunt & giveaway

Plus...
If you're in the Atlanta area on September 1st-2nd and want to meet these fantastic authors, come visit them at the Decatur Book Festival!