Guest Blogger: Christopher Shawn Shaw

 

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New Release: Mattie The Forgotten Earp by Lizzy Stevens & Steve Miller

 

Amazon.com: Mattie The Forgotten Earp eBook : Stevens, Lizzy , Miller, Steve: Kindle Store

Amelia Bannister was a homeopath and empath. She owned a health store in a small town where the town’s people would come to her for help with a variety of medical needs. She knew that she was gifted but she had never experienced anything like what was happening to her now. She started hearing a man’s voice saying that his friend was going to be murdered and he needed her help before it was too late. She didn’t understand why she was hearing the voice or how she could help. The man’s voice was getting more desperate and insistent as the days went by. Amelia didn’t know if this was real or somebody playing a prank on her. She asked him who he was and how she could help. That is when things got even more strange. He told Amelia that his name was Nikola Tesla and he wanted to send his friend, Mattie Erp, through time to her before his friend was killed. Amelia didn’t know much at all about time travel. She didn’t know if what he was asking was even possible. Nikola told her that they were running out of time and needed to act fast. It felt like something out of a sci fi movie. Could she really be talking to Nikola Tesla about THE Mattie Erp. Was it possible? Would she even be able to help them? Would she be able to save Mattie before time ran out?

New Release: Holiday Stories Book One: Valentine's Day

 

Amazon.com: Holiday Stories: Valentines Day: Book One eBook : Thompson, Chera, Brodman, Judi Getch, Butt, Arthur, Rigley, Karen E, DeGroot, Elaine M , Stevens, Lizzy : Kindle Store

Holiday Stories book one Valentines Day is a collection of short stories by a team of extremely talented authors.

“Candy Hearts” by Award Winning Author Chera Thompson - A curious visitor on Valentine's Day has an unexpected influence over a troubled family.

“Sliding into Love” By Judi Getch Brodman shows you how when you least expect it things can change for the good. Allie suffered a horrible breakup two years prior. Valentines Day was the last thing on her mind. Romance was not even something she thought about. She hadn’t planned on meeting a great guy perfect for her but then she did.

“Little Bakery Girl” by Arthur Butt
Janice was a baker at the local bakery. She went to work the day before Valentines Day like she did every other day of the week. She decided to bake some cookies, put them in little gift bags, and pass them out to people she passed by on her way home that night. She had not intended this small gesture to change her life the way it did.

“Secret Admirer” by Award Winning Author Karen E. Rigley is a Valentines Day mystery. Pete and Ted were working that night as they did every night. However, this night was different. Strange things were happening. Mysterious gifts kept showing up. At first it felt nice to get the gifts from a secret admirer but that all changed when the last gift was the opposite of nice and sweet. Things drastically changed.

True Treasure BY Award Winning Author Elaine M. DeGroot is a story about true love. Instead of spending Valentines Day buying gifts for each other and doing all the usual romantic things, Sally and Mark spent their time helping a loved one in need. While Sally’s aunt was away on a vacation trip her house was damaged in a tornado. She didn’t want her aunt to come home to find things destroyed. Sally and Mark decided to repair the house and replace as many things as they could before her aunt arrived back home. They knew that it would either be greatly appreciated or her aunt would be upset that changes were made to her house and belongings without running it by her first. All they could do was hope that it was the right thing.

The Dropped Cake by Award Winning Authors Lizzy Stevens and Steve Miller
Alicia was marrying the love of her life Todd on Valentines Day of all days. She was finishing up all the last-minute details before meeting Todd for lunch. She wanted everything to be perfect. Alicia walked into the restaurant and sat down with Todd. She instantly started telling him all the details. He told her that she needed to not stress about everything being perfect that he was just happy to be marrying her. Alicia wasn’t expecting to find out how important that statement truly was. The wedding went perfectly as planned, but the reception, not so much. The catering company had a huge accident while setting up everything. Alicia needed to come up with a quick solution before her guests arrived. She didn’t have time to stress about it. She had to accept that things didn’t always work out the way they were supposed to and that is okay. Alicia had to get things done as fast as she could and hope that it all worked out for them.

LIZZY STEVENS NOW HAS BOOKS AVAILABLE ONLINE AT WALMART

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Guest Blogger: Killandrio Bludd, defense advocate from “The Ulder’s Plot”

 Character Interview

Welcome Killandrio Bludd from "The Ulder's Plot"

Tell us about the legal case described in “The Ulder’s Plot.” Is it true you’re defending a Vothan Rider officer because the sorceress Astil asked you to?

Yes, I’m defending Captain Jarn Theffig, and it was Astil who requested that I do so. Astil can be very persuasive. She’s also paying my fee.

Astil is known as the most dangerous woman in the known world, is she not?

She is, but I’m happy to report that she’s turned away from crime. She’s also the wealthiest woman in the known world. For both reasons, I’m glad to be her friend. Very glad.

What has Captain Jarn been accused of?

Bribe seeking. It’s a preposterous charge, but the prosecutor decided to bring it anyway.

But wasn’t a second, much more serious, charge added?

Oh, yes, almost forgot—Jarn was also charged with murdering the man who accused him of seeking a bribe. Also preposterous. Captain Jarn is as upright and honorable as they come, and no sane jury will convict him. But I do worry that some devious Acrinite high boots will try to corrupt the case—or worse.

We heard that Captain Jarn doesn’t like you. Is that true?

It’s true, but he doesn’t like any defense advocates. Most members of constabularies despise defense advocates. It’s a foolish stance because good defense advocates—far more than brutal sheriffs, overzealous prosecutors, and merciless judges—keep the justice system honest. But Captain Jarn will think better of me when I win his release.

What if you lose?

I never think about losing.

But isn’t it true that you’ve lost most of your cases?

Well, yes. But most of my clients are guilty, so there’s that. But Jarn is innocent. Besides, there’s more to this case than anyone knows.

What do you mean?

A certain ulder seems to be plotting and scheming to some unknown end, but whatever he’s up to, it isn’t good.

You mean Ulder Randa, right?

Yes, Randa is the scoundrel’s name. He’s worse than any ulder I’ve ever met, which is saying something.

What evidence do you have that Ulder Randa is up to no good?

I can’t divulge much of what I know, but I can tell you that Randa forced someone to sell his business against his will, and he visited the murder victim shortly before the man was slain. I know that because I was there. But perhaps the most important evidence is that Ulder Randa is barking mad. A fanatic like him isn’t a threat only to Captain Jarn, he’s a threat to the entire city of Skunnik.

The Ulder’s Plot - Kindle edition by Dalglish, Richard. Literature & Fiction Kindle eBooks @ Amazon.com.

When defense advocate Killandrio Bludd agrees to represent an officer in Skunnik’s constabulary, he foresees an easy win in court. His client is accused of bribe seeking, a preposterous charge that no sane jury could believe. But the legal case is just one ploy in a vast conspiracy hatched by a demented cult leader. If the scheme succeeds, it will destroy the fragile peace among Skunnik’s factions and could trigger mass slaughter. As the conspiracy’s tentacles slither into every corner of the city, Killandrio and a small band of unlikely allies must unravel the plot and thwart the coming chaos before innocent people die.

4 Star review for Make Love Not War

 Readers' Favorite gave "Make Love Not War" 4 stars.

Amazon.com: Make Love Not War eBook : Stevens, Lizzy , Miller, Steve: Kindle Store

A historic tale of the Vietnam War, returning home, and starting over. This story follows Christopher Douglas from the war torn jungle to a hometown on the brink of extinction. He heals himself along with the town as everyone works to rebuild.

4 Star Review

Reviewed by:

Chad Richins

Review Rating:

4 Stars

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Reviewed by Chad Richins for Readers’ Favorite

Make Love Not War by Lizzy Stevens and Steve Miller 

is a story about love, loss, and the process of rebuilding, 

all set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War. The narrative 

follows Christopher Douglas, a young man who is abruptly

 yanked from his carefree high school days and 

thrown into the harsh realities of combat. The tale starts

with his struggle

 through the emotional and physical challenges of 

war and the pain of loss.

 However, it does not end there. Once he returns home to 

a town facing hard 

times and grapples with an inheritance left behind by his

 late parents, 

Christopher chooses to channel his grief into a newfound 

purpose. Through 

acts of kindness and unwavering determination, he helps

 revitalize his

 community, fostering a spirit of unity among its residents. 

The themes of duty, 

resilience, and the search for hope in tough times create a

 touching story that 

delves into personal growth and the strength of a 

supportive community.

Lizzy Stevens and Steve Miller present a 

heartwarming and hopeful

 narrative of redemption and community rebuilding in 

Make Love Not War. 

Christopher’s journey from a reluctant soldier to a 

compassionate leader is 

truly moving, and his dedication to rebuilding his 

town vividly illustrates the

 significant impact one person can make. 

The supporting characters, 

like Grady and Tina, add warmth and 

camaraderie, enriching the narrative. 

While the pacing of the story flows well, 

there are moments where certain events 

could have benefited from deeper emotional exploration. 

The themes of healing

 and second chances are beautifully woven into the 

fabric of the story, leaving a

 lasting impression. For those who appreciate

 narratives about overcoming 

adversity and creating something meaningful 

from loss, Make Love Not War is

 a great choice. Ultimately, it’s a story 

that uplifts with its celebration of hope and compassion.

Guest Blogger: Beth @_Bethdesigns

 

Welcome my guest blogger today Beth from Beth Designs.

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on Twitter @_Bethdesigns.