Turning The Pages Books : Meet Barbara Watkins and win an ebook copy of Thor...

Turning The Pages Books : Meet Barbara Watkins and win an ebook copy of Thor...: Barbara Watkins Barbara Watkins resides in Missouri with her husband and loyal boxweiler, Hooch . Ms. Watkins loves to evoke a ...

Satan's Holiday and Welcome to your Nightmare

If you watch video closely - ya might just see my scary face...! :-)

Welcome Scott P. Carroll - Chief editor of the online Literary Magazine, Silent Things...

I would like to introduce to you a new writer acquaintance of mine by the name of, Scott P. Carroll. He is the chief editor of the online literary magazine, Silent Things. I hope you'll give him a warm welcome and visit his site.

Below is a quote from Scott - courtesy of his blog...

Creativity is a choice, not a feeling

This is a play on a famous saying where ‘love’ is usually in place of the word creativity, but it’s a very similar process and it applies well in this scenario. As a writer, you’re trying to seduce this idea or feeling and translate it into a series of words that’s both beautiful and functional, and it’s very similar to love in that there is no right or wrong way to go about it. It depends on you, your audience, and what you want to say.

Words for thought indeed! How many of you agree with Scott? Drop me a line and let me know - better yet stop by Scott's site and post your thoughts!

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

Title: Pennies From Heaven

Author: Yvonne Mason

Kindle&Print:

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

Cover Reveal: Gypsy of Spirits by Bestselling Author Katie Jennings

International Bestselling Author Katie Jennings has been hard at work on a hauntingly romantic novel entitled So Fell the Sparrow, due out November 21^st of this year! However, before the main novel releases, she will debut a prequel short story called Gypsy of Spirits, which poetically highlights one of the main characters and offers an exclusive sneak peek of So Fell the Sparrow.

This is the stunning cover for Gypsy of Spirits, available in eBook on September 21^st!

Here is a taste of what to expect from Gypsy of Spirits…

Jackie drove through the dark of night, her headlights barely cutting through the heavy fog. The air swirled in all around her, the open top and sides of the jeep exposing her to the elements. She could have put the cover on and protected herself, but she didn’t mind the feel of the misty fog along her skin. It was part of what she enjoyed about seaboard towns like Mad Rock Harbor.

The town was a far cry from the temperamental Midwestern storms she’d long ago forsaken, her perpetually itchy feet carrying her elsewhere. Anywhere but there. She was a woman who called no particular place home. Instead, she brought her sense of home with her everywhere she went.

She had seen the sun set on the bluffs of the California desert, walked the well-traveled city streets of New York, and dipped her toes in the warm waters of Florida. She’d taken a lover in the heady splendor of Barcelona, kissed the blarney stone in Dublin, and sipped tequila in the tropical heat of Mexico.

She lived her life by the mantra that not all who wander are lost. She had never once felt lost, not in all her travels. Instead, she considered every step she took to be one more rung on destiny’s ladder. She trusted her every whim, her every desire, to fate. For fate had never once let her down.

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International bestselling Author Katie Jennings is the author of six full length novels, including the popular fantasy series The Dryad Quartet as well as the bestselling family drama series The Vasser Legacy.

She lives in sunny Southern California with her husband and cat, who both think she’s the biggest nerd ever. She’s a firm believer in happy endings and loves nothing more than a great romance novel.

You can find out more about Katie on her official website, www.katieajennings.com.

Please help my guest and new friend, Author, Katie Jennings, feel welcome by posting a comment to this post.

Fontainne brings to the table yet another full course meal of suspense and thrills!

Title: Number Seventy-Five

Author: Ashley Fontainne

Genre: Suspense/Thriller

Paperback: 72 pages: ISBN# 978-0615786773

E-book: ASIN# B00CF5V8BS

Publisher: RMSW Press

Fontainne brings to the table yet another full course meal of suspense and thrills!

I have followed this author for some time, and her writing style never changes. The techniques that she uses when writing in this genre are unique to her style, and make for a fulfilling read!

Can anybody have complete trust in anybody anymore? With access to countless Internet dating providers, lonely souls have admission to countless profiles. Are we to believe all information given in these profiles is a hundred percent accurate? It would be unwise of us to believe that they are. Nevertheless, many of us choose to look past obvious signs of deception when seeking out that one true soul mate – huge mistake! Ashley Fontainne’s tale of, Number Seventy-Five begins…

The main character, nurse Mandy Russell, converses with her best friend about Internet dating – so enters, Jacob. She and Jacob meet at a lovely restaurant, have a nice meal, and engage in casual conversation. Although sparks did not ignite between them, after a lovely evening together, she heads home feeling hopeful for the future.

Unfortunately, Mandy finds herself stranded with a flat tire on a dark roadway. When headlights appear, and she hears a familiar voice offering his services, her prayers are answered – or are they?

Will Jacob end up being her knight in shining armor – or does he set the scene for the beginning of a living nightmare? Why is the number 75 significant to this tale? You will have to read this suspenseful thriller to find out the answers. Be forewarned – horror, betrayal, and revenge, are just around the corner. Buckle down tight for a ride into pure terror!

I highly recommend this read as well as all of, Ashley Fontainne’s works.  

           

BREAKING NEWS FLASH - MONSTERS INVADING A WEDDING...CAUGHT ON TAPE!

If you haven't been introduced to 'blip tv' - well, you're missing out on some extraordinary films! Imagine a place where we, as the audience, can tune into and watch original web series created by professionals, as well as upcoming artist. Imagine FREE access to dramas, comedies, arts and more. Do I have your attention? Okay, now let me introduce to you a new web series premiering May 16th, 2013 'MAN LIFE CRISES' directed by none other than the incomparable, Armand Manstroianni - starring 'James Zimbardi' 'Andy Umberger' and 'Frank Pesce'.

Man Life Crises: I have been lucky enough to get the inside scoop on this sure fire hit, and couldn't wait to share with all of you! Check out the info. Enjoy the pics, and click on the links provided - YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED...!


Bridezillas aren't the only monsters that come out for wedding season!

 

LOS ANGELES, California (May 16,2013)- Man Life Crisis, a new web series directed by Armand
Mastroianni, (Dark Desire, Citizen Jane) stars James Zimbardi as a lovesick “clean-o-phile” eager to
get married. But first, he has to tell his future father-in-law, (Andy Umberger, Dark Skies, American
Horror Story), the truth about his estranged father.

Wild Story Productions presents, Man Life Crisis. A story of how a father can impact a son’s
life, for better or for worse. James’s father, a lack-luster watch salesman from New York City, played
by Frank Pesce (29th Street, Tower Heist), wedges himself between two people in love as he tries to
move his way back into James’s life and his apartment.

You can choose your friends, but not your family. You can also choose to watch episodes of
Man Life Crisis at Blip.tv/manlifecrisis premiering May 16th, 2013.


Media Contact: Woodrow Hancock
Wild Story Productions, LLC

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Environmental Presence: It's on it's way!

Environmental Presence: It's on it's way! Please take a moment and visit this unique blog - I promise that you will thank me after you do! So if you care anything about our environment - worry about the legacy we are leaving to our children, or just curious about who this talented young lady is, and what she stands for, you'll take my advice and visit her blog...

Barbara

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.

  Click here to purchase Six-Pack of Blood

Click here to purchase Six-Pack of Fear

"Adjusting Journal Entries" - Review by Barbara Watkins

Author: Ashley Fontainne

Title: Adjusting Journal Entries

Genre: Thriller

Publisher: RMSW Press

Print ISBN# 0615721346

ASIN# B009XU6BCO

“To Revenge or Not to Revenge?”

Ever heard the phrase, “Something Wicked This Way Comes?” Author, Ashley Fontainne’s, novel ‘Adjusting Journal Entries’ is wickedly entertaining, thought provoking, and just all together thrilling!

As with all her books, Ms. Fontainne does her research – creates memorable characters, spot on dialogue, and always leaves her readers wanting more. Ms. Fontainne’s literary works remind me of another great author I adore, John Grisham.

 ‘Adjusting Journal Entries,’ the third book in the (Snake) series, wraps up this trilogy with a most thrilling conclusion. The reader follows, Audra Tanner, the heroine of the series, as she continues her flight for revenge. Who has not wanted revenge at one time or another in their life? As a reader, I long for plots with twist and turns – colorful characters, and scenarios that will ‘wow’ me. You will get all the above and more with, ‘Adjusting Journal Entries.’

Ashley Fontainne’s trilogy includes, ‘Accountable to None,’ ‘Zero Balance,’ and ‘Adjusting Journal Entries.’ I highly recommend adding all to your library!

 Please visit her Web site by clicking here           

"I introduce to you author, Demetria Rupkey"

I would like to introduce to you a new writer friend of mine, Demetria Rupkey. She has written a profound workbook designed to help in the recovery process after abuse. Ms. Rupkey knows about the subject all too well as she, from the age of five through fourteen, was abused by people whom she should have been able to trust.

After meeting a life coach, Demetria began the grueling process of becoming a survivor. Yes, she admits the journey to recovery will not be easy but through her writings entitled, ‘Journey to Healing’ she systematically outlines the course of action *one* can use to begin to heal.

Ms. Rupkey’s second book entitled, ‘Save Your Sanity Yearly Goal Planner’ is a gem for all those in need of help with time management issues. It is much larger than those currently on the market – greater in detail with specific needs to meet your goals.

I highly recommend ‘Journey to Healing’ for anyone who has been abused or know of someone suffering from this vicious act.

Keep your eye out for Ms. Rupkey’s next work in progress entitled, ‘Internal Reflections’ – a workbook designed to help navigate you through negative feelings and emotions of despair.

Please visit Ms. Rupkey’s web site to learn more about her and her books.    

Author, Demetria Rupkey Web Site

    

    

SIX-PACK OF FEAR DEBUTS TO Rave Reviews/Wins Fab Award

SIX-PACK OF FEAR DEBUTS TO Rave Reviews/Wins Fab Award

'Cypress Hill' Book Review

Author:Mackenzie Knight

Title: Cypress Hill

Genre: Paranormal/Suspense

Publisher: Buy Books on the web.com

ASIN# B0080J0J6E

ISBN# 978-0741401069

Buy

A Short Story Packed full of Paranormal Suspense and Thrills!

Author, Mackenzie Knight, hits a winning run the first time up to bat in the genre of paranormal suspense. Ms. Knight has the ability to draw the reader into the world of the unknown – captivating your full attention with colorful characters and clever dialogue.

Using a cemetery as the backdrop of the story, ‘Cypress Hill’ she entices the reader to follow her on a journey that will lead them to a chilling climax. When a healthy young woman goes in for a surgical procedure, a tonsillectomy, and mysteriously dies or so it seems – the plot thickens. Imagine, if you will, being presumed dead, dressed for burial, and all the while conscious of your surroundings – the horrifying tale begins!

Mackenzie Knight is an Author, Paranormal Researcher, Investigator, and Radio Host at ‘Unearthly Encounters Live’.

I give ‘Cypress Hill’ Five Spooky Stars, and Five Gold Stars to the author for creating a superb, terrifying read!  

Review by, Barbara Watkins 

                

COULD KELLY LYNCH BE THE DARK DESIRE?

Armand Mastroianni, one of the most talented and sought-after Director/Producer in Hollywood, has created yet another masterpiece suspense/thriller, 'DARK DESIRE' - Airing November, 23rd on (LMN) LIFETIME MOVIE NETWORK.

Armand Mastroianni has been directing feature films, mini series, movies of the week, TV pilots and episodic series since 1979 beginning with his first feature film "He Knows You're Alone" which was released by MGM in 1980 and featured the screen debut of Tom Hanks. That film led to a string of features including "The Killing Hour" developed with William Fredkin, "The Supernaturals," "Distortions," "Cameron's Closet" and "Double Revenge." In between shooting feature films Armand began to produce and direct episodic television shows like Dark Shadows, Against The Law, Friday the 13th, War of the Worlds, Man and Machine, Perfect Crimes, Wes Craven's Nightmare Cafe, Freshman Dorm, Reasonable Doubt, Touched by an Angel and Dead Zone. Working almost non-stop he directed several highly received mini-series including Danielle Steel's The Ring and Robin Cook's Invasion. His two hour movies include: The Linda McCartney Story, Dare to Love, Robin Cook's Virus, Final Run, A Mother's Revenge, One of Her Own, Deep Trouble, When No One Would Listen, Nowhere to Land, Fatal Error, First Target, First Shot and for the TBS Superstation First Daughter, which was the highest rated movie for cable to date. Courtesy of IMDb short bio Please visit to read in its entirety.

 

 

When you think of big time director's in Hollywood - what comes to mind? Maybe egotistic, self-seeking...well, you would be dead wrong! I can tell you from personal experience that Mr. Mastroianni is anything but that! In October of 2011, my co-author of 'Six-Pack of Blood', Betty Dravis, approached Mr. Mastroianni about possibly reading our book of short stories and granting us a foreword for the book. Now anyone that knows my co-author, Betty Dravis, knows that she is a legend herself - a remarkable writer, journalist, celebrity interviewer, and list goes on. She isn't shy to go for the gold and nine out of ten times - she gets it...! Remember now that we are talking about asking the legendary Mr. Mastroianni to not only read our self-published book of short stories, but asking him to write the foreword as well. He did not hesitate and said *YES* To top it off, the man was in the middle of shooting a feature film when asked...did not hesitate! I still think my co-author and dear friend, Betty Dravis, lured him in with her million dollar smile and sweet disposition, hmmm. Well of course she did...!

 

 

Anyway, enough about us. :-) If you love suspense, drama, romance, thrills, a cast of multi-talented actors, unique plots with twists at the end - not to mention the extraordinary cinematography - your going to *LOVE* 'DARK DESIRE'

 

 

My Review of 'The Pink Canary' by Yvonne Mason

Title: The Pink Canary

Author: Yvonne Mason
Genre: Thriller/Comedy
Publisher: Lulu

ASIN# B008VEL1SC

“Hell Hath No Fury Like A Drag Queen Scorned!”

No, ‘The Pink Canary’ is not an English play – although if the great playwright, William Congreve, could be here today, and was given a chance to read ‘The Pink Canary’ by Yvonne Mason, ‘Hell Hath No Fury Like A Drag Queen Scorned’ just might be the title of his next winning play – based on Yvonne Mason’s new book of course, ‘The Pink Canary’.

I have read several of, Yvonne Mason’s literary works but I must say this piece is unique – exceptional in the fact that she waved her magic pencil like a wand – created a fresh storyline that includes some of her most outstanding characters to date.

As the story begins, it takes you on a roller coaster ride from New York to Miami. Imagine for a moment that a serial killer is loose in Miami, and he or she, is targeting Drag queens – accumulating body parts as trophies. An ex-private detective, now headliner and owner of the hottest drag queen establishment in Miami, teams up with a homophobic detective to try to solve the case. Add in ‘one’ badass drag queen toting a can of aqua net hairspray in one hand and a pair of Chinese hooker heals in the other – well, things are going to get ugly very quick!

I gave ‘The Pink Canary’ five stars for originality, delightful humor, and crime fighting suspense! 

Visit Yvonne Mason's author page at Amazon to see all of her literary works!

http://www.amazon.com/Yvonne-Mason/e/B002BLX33M/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1345278281&sr=1-2-ent        

JLB Creatives: Author Splash with Horror Writing Genius the Brill...

JLB Creatives: Author Splash with Horror Writing Genius the Brill...: Welcome fans of JLB Creatives! We're so glad you've chosen our blog as a regular stop.  This week we will be expanding on last week... I am honored by this wonderful *Splash* of me and my literary works - created by the talented Janet Beasley.

"The Blind Eye" by Marcia Fine - My Review

“The Blind Eye is a compelling and in-depth piece of history  - a spoonful of enticing fiction added in as a bonus written by an author with an impeccable eye for detail – Marcia Fine.

This riveting story reveals the prejudice and horrific travesty that occurred during the inquisition, and then merges into a story set in contemporary times. You will experience tastes, sights, smells, and sounds of the past and present through this author’s exceptional way of storytelling. Ms. Fine went to great lengths to methodically research this time in history, and threw caution when developing her characters – loveable characters illuminating depth, humor, humility, and others heaving with wickedness.

“The Blind Eye is a testament to all who seek equality for humanity regardless of their ethnic background! This author has inspired me to take flight on my own journey – a quest to further educate myself about this significant period in history.

           jeanrubinblog.com/about/

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                                       

To Kill the Duke by Sam Moffie

Genre: Fiction:

Title: To Kill The Duke:

Author: Sam Moffie:

Publisher: CreateSpace

ISBN# 9781461147060

Pages: 362

Take a journey back into the 1950s, alongside a cast of familiar characters, and re-visit the ‘Cold War’ in a different light…! Author, Sam Moffie, creates a tidal wave of excellence pouring out and onto each page of his latest literary work, ‘To Kill The Duke.’

Moffie constructs a work of art in this piece of – historical facts meets fiction. As a history buff, I have always been interested in learning more about the ‘Cold War’ and the major consequence it had on our history as a whole. What if I was to tell you a soviet plot was constructed by Stalin, to find and assassinate the one and only – American film icon, John Wayne, aka ‘The Duke!’ Sound crazy? Historical documents prove just that! Sam Moffie combines historical facts of the cold war with colorful fictitious characters and humorous situations – all which play a riveting role in this masterpiece. True to fashion, Moffie’s dialogue glitters among this star-studded cast of characters.

What do ‘Susan Hayward,’ John Wayne,’ and Howard Hughes’ have in common – besides all being iconic film legends? They are all immortalized in Moffie’s tale of suspense, espionage, and humor. I am thoroughly impressed with the amount of time and research Moffie put into creating ‘To Kill The Duke.’ Toward the end, Moffie lists the cast and crew specifying their careers and untimely deaths.

‘To Kill The Duke’ is a fascinating read that any history buff can appreciate – any reader for that matter that is searching for a book with a unique plot, mesmerizing characters, and enjoys dark humor.

Sam Moffie has written four previous novels – I highly suggest that you check them out as well!http://www.amazon.com/To-Kill-the-Duke-ebook/dp/B007Q2MZFI/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1335581743&sr=1-1 

Review by Barbara Watkins