Pennies From Heaven, by Award Winning Author, Yvonne Mason - Book Review by Barbara Watkins

Title: Pennies From Heaven

Author: Yvonne Mason

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Publisher: Dressing Your Book: First Edition (June 24, 2013)

Genre: Inspirational

Inspirational Stories Written From the Heart

First and foremost, I want to give a personal ‘thank you’ to award winning author, Yvonne mason, for assembling this amazing group of loving and caring individuals – she included. Bravo to, Kelly J. DeSantis, on the amazing book cover design – absolutely beautiful.  

‘Pennies From Heaven’ is a collection of inspirational stories expressing from the heart the pain and suffering of losing a loved one. We know death is inevitable, a part of life, a final departure. But how does one survive life when confronted with the death of a loved one – it really is a fight for survival for those left behind. There really is no right or wrong way – no recipe written or handbook to be read. We must each find our own way of coping with the depression, heartache, and the helplessness death brings. 

This collection includes true stories of those who have experienced the loss of loved ones, and the journey they have taken to come to terms with their own grief. How difficult it must have been to share such personal experiences – yet, they did so in hopes that their story might help others begin to heal.

I highly recommend ‘Pennies From Heaven’ as each story is a tribute to the human spirit.

Five Stars all the way around…!

Review by, Barbara Watkins

Have a couple of our Six-Packs and Quench your Thirst for Horror/Fear

Wow - what a wonderful adventure it was working on the 'Six-Pack' series with my dear friend and co-author, Betty Dravis. Betty has three terrorizing stories included in our latest book, Six-Pack of Fear - Saving the GPS Lady, The Snack, and Switching Genres. I can assure you won't be disappointed. My contribution to Fear - Devil House, A Scandalous Night in Vegas, and The Stranger.

The reader will find gold dust sprinkled throughout both books in this series. We were blessed to have some of the most talented individuals in the entertainment industry contribute their time in writing forewords, testimonials, creating illustrations, and book covers.

Betty and I recently made the decision to drop the price of our 'Six-Pack' series from $2.99 to $0.99 in order to make it affordable for everyone. We invite you to read the reviews; listen to word of mouth and then download our series of Horror/Fear and decide for yourself.

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Review of 'Ramblings of a Mad Southern Woman'

Title: Ramblings of a Mad Southern Woman (A Collection of Short Stories and Poetry on Life, Loss, Love and Longing)

Author: Ashley Fontainne

Sold by: Amazon Digital Services

Print Length: 81 pages

ASIN# B007Z1IGJO

Breathtaking Poetry – Fear-Provoking Stories with Suspenseful Tales Wrapped Around Human Emotions!

Ms. Fontainne (aka, Princess of Suspense) in her writings has a stupendous ability to reach down into your gut – to draw up the deepest emotions from your inner soul…emotions of love, empathy, fear, and revenge. Not afraid to proclaim her religious values, she inserts her loving spirit into a story creating emotional rapture… ‘How 9/11 Saved My Dad’ and ‘Who is Michael?’ come to mind.

When writing tales that involve revenge surrounded by suspense, Ms. Fontainne spares no mercy for the antagonist, as you will witness in ‘Stained Concrete’. With her short story, ‘Death By Shadow’ she manages to stir up terrifying childhood nightmares to which there is no escape. In ’Smoldering Ashes’, the author delivers a fierce tale of pain and torment followed by redemption that ‘one’ will not soon forget.

Ms Fontainne’s poetry is like experiencing a fine wine with an exquisite meal. Her words will take the reader on a journey through their darkest days of melancholy, and then release them into a world of spirited bliss.

‘Ramblings of a Mad Southern Woman’ is a powerful, and emotional voyage – a golden ticket from the award winning writer, ‘Ashley Fontainne’.

http://www.amazon.com/Ramblings-Southern-Collection-Stories-ebook/dp/B007Z1IGJO/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1336172530&sr=1-1

Review by, Barbara Watkins                                       

"Six-Pack of Blood" Award Winning Paranormal/Horror - Download Free April 7th through the 9th

A few reviews Betty and I are quite proud of;

"This is a feast expertly cooked up by master chefs venturing into the dark side designed to leave us captivated, enthralled and horrified. The perfect dish to accompany your six-pack...or if you prefer, a fine wine." - Armand Mastroianni, Producer/Director, Silver Screen Pictures, Hollywood

"I know Betty Dravis as a multi-genre writer, but no matter what genre she writes in, make no mistake, Betty's a treasure, far as I'm concerned. This collection is special because it offers you a glimpse into the 'other' mind and character of this author." - John Locke, famous creator of the fictional character Donovan Creed and the first self-published author to sell a million e-books.

"Gritty, fast-paced and exciting, SIX-PACK OF BLOOD is a unique, in-your-face anthology that rises above the pack. Betty Dravis and Barbara Watkins make a great team in the horror genre." - Jeani Rector, Editor of The Horror Zine

"Paranormal thriller writer Barbara Watkins is the Queen of Terror of the Creepy and Supernatural. If you want spine-tingling stories, read her work and keep the lights on! - Lia Scott Price, Book/Screenwriter and Horror Film Producer

"I always think of Betty Dravis as a celebrity interviewer and a fine writer, but have never read her darker writing...until now. Both she and Barbara Watkins have a true grip on this genre. Six-Pack of Blood is a page turner. Hold onto your seats, you're in for another Fright Night!" - William Lashbrook and Katherin Kovin-Pacino, Actress/Producer

Six-Pack of Blood

This collection of Horror/Paranormal stories is dedicated to all fans of the genre. Betty Dravis and I created ‘Six-Pack of Blood’ out of a labor of love for the genre. Betty Dravis and I share a common thread, and that is the love of storytelling – to write entertaining stories that will captivate an audience and leave them wanting to read more. In this selection of stories, we hope to ignite in the reader feelings of terror, dread, and horror, as each story is unique in its own originality. Click on title and download your copy today - $2.99 and get your FRIGHT on tonight...!

In addition, as always I dedicate all my literary work to my family: my dear mother, my siblings, my husband, my children, and my grandchildren. They’re my life. To my fellow writer friends who continue to help promote my work by way of their websites, blogging, and reviews, Dimi Nakov, Sean O’ Conner, Lia Scott Price, Candy O’ Donnell, Marsha Casper Cook, Ashley Fontainne, Bennet Pomerantz, Kira Cortz, and the list goes on… I sincerely thank you all.


Last but certainly not least, I dedicate my collection of stories to my co-author Betty Dravis. Through her writing and by the amorous way she lives her life, Ms. Dravis inspires me to reach for excellence in my work and in my own life. I respect and love her dearly.

Betty and I send out a multitude of thanks to Director/Producer, Armand Mastroianni for writing the astonishing foreword, and to Dimi Nakov, Director/Producer at Zodiac Entertainment for granting us their 'Best Horror Award Badge' - shown on the book cover...

“Hell’s Fire” – four short stories by Candy O' Donnell

“Death – Deceit – Terror – Oh my!”

Author, Candy O’ Donnell, serves up a terrifying entrée of goodies with “Hell’s Fire” – no sugar added. In the first chilling story, a demon is no match for a woman with the stamina of a gladiator in Demon Slayer. Next, we follow a young couple as they move into their dream home. Heaven bound? More like Hell Bound when they find themselves surrounded by death, their dream home quickly becomes a nightmare. In Circle of Death, we observe a pair of amateur thieves as they desecrate a cemetery. However, before they can bask in their stolen wealth, death comes a calling. At last, but certainly not least, we observe a family get together. Have you ever heard the phrase, a wolf in sheep clothing? Decrepit takes on a new meaning in this disturbing tale.

Folks, when it comes to writing macabre stories, I would safely say that horror is Candy O’ Donnell’s forte.

You may also want to check out “Ungodly” by Candy O’ Donnell – Available as a download on kindle at Amazon.

"Blood Alley" by Yvonne Mason - “Hair Raising – Bloodthirsty – Entertainment!

‘Blood Alley,’ by Yvonne Mason, is a terrifying short story that is unforgettable! The author skillfully weaves a mixture of horror and suspense. Her depiction of the characters and their surroundings are quite chilling. I thought I knew a little about what was in store for me getting into this book, as I have read Mason’s previous work – I was not disappointed! She originates the plot of the story using familiar surroundings and a cast of colorful characters. However, beware – after reading, you will have a second thought before stopping at a truck stop diner, taking an unfamiliar route to get to your destination, and even the howling of your four-legged friend will bring on a new meaning!

You definitely want to read all of Yvonne Mason’s chilling stories.

“Silent Scream – A True Crime”
“A Voice From the Grave”
“The Last Rites”
“Brilliant Insanity”
“Tangled Minds”
“Dream Catcher – Failure Was Never an Option”
“When Fates Collide” – Andrea Dean Van Scoyoc and Yvonne Mason
“Alex and Hope Mardi Gras Bound A Morgan and Harrington Mystery (When Fates Collide)

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