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September 11, 2016September 11, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Book Review Post, Posts, Updates and More Amazon, Author News, Awards, Books, Kindles, Promos, Writers

Hello Readers, Authors, and Visitors,

We have some awesome news and updates of some of our Fine Authors we promote! I am aways elated when GOOD things happen for all my author friends. So here are a few updates you may be interested to know about . . . . .

REVIEW NEWS of Author, A. Gavazonni and her “Steamy Hot Romance Thriller!

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Official Review: Behind The Door by A.Gavazzoni

Post Number:#1 by klbradley » 06 Sep 2016,

THE official OnlineBookClub.org review of “Behind The Door” by A.Gavazzoni.]

4 out of 4 stars

Review by klbradley

Behind the Door is a romance/thriller novel written by A. Gavazzoni and published in July of 2016. Although this is her first novel, Gavazzoni does not disappoint with this new sense of eroticism mixed with a thrill factor. In the start of the novel, we are introduced to Simone- a psychologist specializing in sexual behavior disorders. Simone is sought out by Carl, a New York attorney who is asking for her help. Carl explains that his client/friend is facing a murder charge from a sex game gone bad. In order to help Simone get a true feel of the relationship shared by the deceased woman, Lara, and Carl’s client, Mark, she is given a journal to read from Mark’s perspective on the relationship. While Simone is trying to focus on her work and helping Carl, she soon finds herself involved with helping another friend/colleague with information pertaining to a serial killer in town.

Behind the Door is nothing like what is usually found in erotic novels, as this is as un-cliché as it gets. From the first page, I felt pulled in as a reader. The amount of suspense that comes along with reading this novel is unlike anything I have come across so far. Throughout the novel, the sequence would take turns from being “Current day,” which is Simone’s life as she is reading, to Mark’s journal, which is full of past events about his relationship with Lara. Reading about the relationship shared by Lara and Mark was totally consuming, mainly because it was written to feel completely real, and unexaggerated. We learn why Lara has turned to sex in the way that she has, and why Mark feels drawn to her in return.

I was pleasantly surprised to see how true and realistic the legal terminology is expressed in this novel, and upon further research into the author, I discovered that she is a professor of law as well as an attorney. Often while reading stories with legal involvement, I find information to be presented as unlikely and “made for television.” This was not the case with Behind the Door. Gavazzoni shows great talent with writing thriller novels, as well as the romantic/erotic genre.

Errors in the novel were very minimal, and I feel as though they were mostly errors with my digital copy, such as an extra space between words, or a random page break. The book seemed edited well, aside from a few minor errors. There is also a need for reader discretion for this book, as the sexual content and language portrayed is for a mature audience only.

As a fan of thriller and erotic genres, it’s no surprise that this novel was able to capture and hold my attention, but I feel like it could do the same for others as well. I can easily say that it takes a lot for a novel to come across as unpredictable to me, but I can say without a doubt that Behind the Door does. Because of the constant surprise and intense interest, I rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. I recommend this book for others who enjoy a good thriller, and obviously don’t mind some rather unconventional sex.

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NOW, up next is a fantastic Action/Adventure writer who’s “Billy Battles Trilogy” is ‘knocking the socks off readers and reviewers on Amazon and Amazon Kindle. AND? Here is some exciting news for Author, Ronald E. Yates!

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Congrats to Ronald E Yates as he made Finalist for A DIAMOND BOOK AWARD !!

Diamond Book Awards

The Top Five Nominations for The Diamond Book Award

I can’t believe we’ve got there already folks! All the reviews for the first year of the Diamond Book Awards are complete. There were twenty-five submissions, but only twelve were accepted. Selecting the top five from those twelve was a grueling exercise; far harder than I imagined it would be. From the five I’ve chosen, it must be said… All of them hold equal weight for the DBA. . . .

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Ronald E. Yates is an author of historical fiction and action/adventure novels, including the popular and highly-acclaimed Finding Billy Battles trilogy. His extraordinarily accurate books have captivated fans from around the world who applaud his ability to blend fact and fiction.

Ron is a former foreign correspondent for the Chicago Tribune and Professor Emeritus of Journalism at the University of Illinois where he was also the Dean of the College of Media.

His book, “The Improbable Journeys of Billy Battles,” is the second in his Finding Billy Battles trilogy of novels and was published in June 2016. The first book in the trilogy, “Finding Billy Battles,” was published in 2014. He is currently working on Book #3 of the trilogy with an intended publication date in spring or early summer 2017.

The Improbable Journeys of Billy Battles by Ronald E Yates

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Books one and Two are now available on Amazon and Amazon Kindle

ABOUT THE AWARD:

IMG_20160317_1357361_rewind At the end of each year, KC Books & Music will present the exclusive, Diamond Book Awards!

This prestigious award is not one that can be copied and pasted. It is an actual physical award in the form of a diamond-shaped crystal paperweight professionally engraved and comes complete with gift box. (Photo of actual award to the left)

The book chosen will be selected from the top five books entered in the competition. The top five nominations will be presented to a panel of judges and they will vote on the winning book. The winning author is notified, and the award will be delivered to them, as well as acknowledgments on this site and more.

The Diamond Book Award program runs from the beginning of March through October. Final entries must be in by the beginning of August. The top five nominations are announced in September. The Award is presented in October.

For up-to-date information on the Diamond Book Awards, including which reviews are DBA reviews, news of the final five nominations for the award, and when the award will be given out, sign up to receive the KC Newsletter!

KC NEWSLETTER

PANEL:

Kevin: Author, Avid Reader/Reviewer. Loves fantasy, drama, sci-fi, poetry, memoirs, and young adult fiction. As a former educator also likes children’s books.
Harriet: Mommy to two furry creatures, Avid Reader. Loves historical/period drama, mystery, and romance.
Kate: Professional Editor, Award-Winning Journalist, Avid Reader/Reviewer. Loves ex-pat stories, dystopian, suspense/crime/thrillers, and contemporary literary fiction.
Helen: Counsellor, Avid Reader. Loves psychological thrillers/horror, and non-fiction.

If your book has received at least three proper five-star reviews on Amazon, or you have already received a five-star review on this site and are interested in entering your book for this award, use the form below. Your book must be recent: Published within the last 12 months from the beginning of each award year. If you are successful:

I will BUY your kindle book from Amazon, and leave REVIEWS on KC Books & Music, Amazon, and Goodreads! Your book will then be considered for nomination to the top five books from which the winner will be chosen by the panel.

GO ENTER YOUR BOOK TODAY!!

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Next is a soon Fantastic Book Promo for Book One of “The Monkeytraps Book Series! By Author, Steve Hauptman and book one ABOUT? Control. It can become an Addiction in your Life . . . .

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Something’s missing from your life. This much you know.

But did you know you may be looking for it in the wrong place?

The book is about a problem disguised as a solution, an idea that shapes and drives us all:

Control.

It’s about the universal urge to make reality meet our expectations. How this urge becomes an addiction, wrecking lives and relationships. How it leads to anxiety, depression, substance abuse, broken marriages, and dysfunctional parenting.

In this book you’ll learn:

Why everyone is addicted to control
How this addiction causes most — if not all — of our emotional problems
How to listen to feelings instead of controlling them

Filled with actionable insights you can start using today, Monkeytraps is a must-read for anyone seeking happiness, healthier relationships, and more peace of mind.
NOW Available on: Amazon Kindle – Promo Starts 9/16/16 . . . . .

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Steve Hauptman is a Gestalt-trained, Buddhist-flavored therapist who has practiced on Long Island for twenty years. He graduated from Adelphi University’s School of Social Work, trained at the Gestalt Center of Long Island, and specializes in a unique control-centered approach that integrates elements of psychodynamic, Gestalt, cognitive-behavioral and family systems theory in the treatment of anxiety, depression, addictions, dual disorders, codependency and relationship problems.

A leader of Interactive Therapy groups, he is also a cartoonist and creator of the blogs Monkeytraps: A blog about control, Monkey House (a forum for discussing control issues), and Bert’s Therapy: Adventures of an Inner Monkey. Visit my blog: Monkeytraps | We’re all monkeys on this bus.
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So there are a few exciting updates and author news about some of our Fine Author and their Books! To learn ALL the happenings, go visit my ” Our Lyon Book Promo News, Promos, and Events Page Today!

“Presented By Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions of Author, Catherine Lyon”

Marsha Says: “Social Media Is Where It’s At For Books & Brand Marketing.”

September 7, 2016September 7, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Book Promotion Tips For Authors, Featured Guest, Marketing and More, Posts Author Tips, Book Promoting, Featured Article, Marsha Friedman, Social Media Marketing

We are happy to have a new ‘Guest Article’ by my good friend and PR Insider Marsha Friedman, CEO at EMSI Public Relations.

Marsha has been my PR go to girl for a long time and she knows the public relations and media business like no other. So here is a new featured article about using social media to your advantage with your brand as an author and book promoting. As social media is a must for promoting your book, find your readership, and build you social media following! I wish all authors much success! Catherine Lyon “-)

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Are You Set Up For A Successful
Social Media Campaign?

by: Marsha Friedman

After months – or more likely years – of hearing about how you need to include social media as a vital part of your branding strategy, you’re finally convinced.

You’ve decided to take the plunge!

But hold on there! While you want to take advantage of this up-to-date venue for promoting your personal or business brand, are you properly prepared to take on a social media campaign that will accomplish your goals?

Actually, you may not be! It’s not enough to establish Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and other social media accounts and just expect good things to happen without any more effort.

First things first: You need to lay the right groundwork. The following are necessities for properly leveraging social media for branding purposes:

A website is a must. On social media, you’ll tweet, you’ll post and you’ll share. But the ultimate goal is to drive your target audience to your professionally designed website – or at least a quality landing page – so they can learn even more about you and/or your business.
Be ready with content worth viewing. When your followers click on your links and are directed to your website, they should be rewarded with something more substantial than a sales pitch. Share your valuable expertise with them so that hanging out on your website is worth their while. Maintain a blog or provide useful information in tips articles, video blogs, infographics or a white paper. Include a call to action. Invite them to sign up for worthwhile information via your mailing list. This enables you to stay in front of them whenever their need for your product or service arises.
Someone needs to take charge. Social media isn’t something you set and forget. Someone needs to oversee your social media; otherwise it’s likely to die on the vine. So, how will you handle this? It’s not the best idea to assign it as an additional duty for someone already slammed with responsibilities. It needs to be handed to someone for whom the work will be a priority. A successful social media campaign requires knowledge, skill and persistence. Effective social media marketing simply cannot be treated as an afterthought.

That third bullet point is perhaps the most crucial because – regardless of how well the groundwork is laid – nothing is accomplished without the right person executing a smart strategy to build your brand.

And just any random person is not likely to do this well.

Sure, most of us have become at least marginally adept at liking, commenting, sharing and tweeting, but a genuine social media expert will have a formal and professional background in their craft. This is vital for ensuring that your social media channels play a legitimate role in the overall marketing strategy behind your brand or product.

Social media managers continually hone their knowledge and keep up to date with trends in both social media and marketing. Such experience and focus are vital to ensuring your social media follows a well thought out and effective strategy.

So if you haven’t already, start getting those pieces of a successful social media campaign lined up.

With your website or landing page humming, with terrific content ready to give visitors valuable information, and with a person or team in place to oversee the strategy, you’ll be ready to launch.

All set? Come visit out website for information and tips on marketing and sign up for our free newsletter while your their!

Marsha

Presented By ~ Lyon Book and Social Media Promotions ~ Catherine Lyon

Introducing the third book in the John J. Cannon Trilogy~ By John W. Howell, Author.

September 6, 2016September 6, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Posts Author, Book News, John W Howell, Thriller Fiction, Trilogy

Introducing the third book in the John J. Cannon Trilogy – Our Justice

About Book Three in The Trilogy:

The terrorist leader and financier Matt Jacobs has figured out a way to eliminate the President. He is relying on John Cannon’s stature as a hero to help him carry it off. John finds himself walking the fine line of pretending to help Matt while trying to figure out a countermeasure to the plan.

The action begins with John fearing for his life. Clearly, whoever is trying to get him has a mission to accomplish and the elimination of John is at the top of the to-do list. The quest to survive takes John and his love, Stephanie from the beaches of Port Aransas to West Virginia and finally to Matt Jacob’s corporate headquarters at the Embarcadero Center in San Francisco. There John finally understands what he needs to do to protect both he and Stephanie from further mayhem.

The third book in the John J. Cannon Trilogy brings together two strong wills for a showdown. The question to be answered is who will feel the satisfaction that the achievement of justice delivers? John, Matt or neither?

Our Justice is available on Amazon and KDP now in e-book format for preorder at $2.99 with shipments starting on September 23rd. The paper edition will be available on Amazon September 23rd at $14.99. Here is the link for pre-order of the e-book Pre-order on Kindle.

EXCERPT:

I see out of the corner of my eye that Ned is on the phone. Hopefully, he’s calling in reinforcements since it looks like the SUV is gaining on us. Just as the rear window of the Focus blows inward, he finishes the call. Hundreds of pieces of glass hit Ned and me. Luckily, it’s shatterproof stuff, so we’re mostly okay cut wise. Ned crouches down and fires three quick shots with his 9MM. In the mirror, the SUV swerves to the left and almost explodes after it rams a parked car. “Stop,” Ned yells.

I slam on the brakes, which nearly tosses Ned through the windshield. “For shit’s sake, I don’t have a seatbelt on, junior, so take it easy. Just stop and turn around.”

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About The Author:

John’s main interests are reading and writing. He turned to writing as a full-time occupation after an extensive career in business. John writes fictional short stories and novels as well as a daily blog. His first novel, My GRL is available on Amazon and wherever e-books are sold. His second, His Revenge is available on Amazon and KDP Select.

John lives on a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico off the coast of South Texas with his wife and spoiled rescue pets.

Connect With The Author:
Blog Fiction Favorites – http://johnwhowell.com/

Facebook– https://www.facebook.com/john.howell.98229241

Twitter –https://www.twitter.com/HowellWave

Authors db –http://www.authorsdb.com/authors-directory/6604-john-w-howell

LinkedIn –http://www.linkedin.com/pub/john-w-howell/48/b59/462/

Google +https://plus.google.com/+JohnHowellAuthor/

Goodreads –https://www.goodreads.com/johnwhowell/

Amazon Author’s page –https://www.amazon.com/author/johnwhowell

Martin Sisters Publishing –Http://www.martinsisterspublishing.com

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Thanks Readers for Visiting!

Happy Labor Day Friends & Readers! Now Take The Day Off and Read A Book.

September 5, 2016September 5, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer A Writer's Thoughts, Posts HAPPY LABOR DAY

ABOUT LABOR DAY:

“Observed on the first Monday in September, Labor Day pays tribute to the contributions and achievements of American workers. It was created by the labor movement in the late 19th century and became a federal holiday in 1894. Labor Day also symbolizes the end of summer for many Americans and is celebrated with parties, parades, and athletic events.”

Labor Day, an annual celebration of workers and their achievements, originated during one of American labor history’s most dismal chapters. In the late 1800s, at the height of the Industrial Revolution in the United States, the average American worked 12-hour days and seven-day weeks in order to eke out a basic living. Despite restrictions in some states, children as young as 5 or 6 toiled in mills, factories and mines across the country, earning a fraction of their adult counterparts’ wages. People of all ages, particularly the very poor and recent immigrants, often faced extremely unsafe working conditions, with insufficient access to fresh air, sanitary facilities, and breaks.

As manufacturing increasingly supplanted agriculture as the wellspring of American employment, labor unions, which had first appeared in the late 18th century, grew more prominent and vocal. They began organizing strikes and rallies to protest poor conditions and compel employers to renegotiate hours and pay. Many of these events turned violent during this period, including the infamous Haymarket Riot of 1886, in which several Chicago policemen and workers were killed. Others gave rise to longstanding traditions: On September 5, 1882, 10,000 workers took unpaid time off to march from City Hall to Union Square in New York City, holding the first Labor Day parade in U.S. history.

The idea of a “workingmen’s holiday,” celebrated on the first Monday in September, caught on in other industrial centers across the country, and many states passed legislation recognizing it.Congress would not legalize the holiday until 12 years later when a watershed moment in American labor history brought workers’ rights squarely into the public’s view. On May 11, 1894, employees of the Pullman Palace Car Company in Chicago went on strike to protest wage cuts and the firing of union representatives.

On June 26, the American Railroad Union, led by Eugene V. Debs, called for a boycott of all Pullman railway cars, crippling railroad traffic nationwide. To break the strike, the federal government dispatched troops to Chicago, unleashing a wave of riots that resulted in the deaths of more than a dozen workers. In the wake of this massive unrest and in an attempt to repair ties with American workers, Congress passed an act making Labor Day a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories.More than a century later, the true founder of Labor Day has yet to be identified.

Many credit Peter J. McGuire, cofounder of the American Federation of Labor, while others have suggested that Matthew Maguire, a secretary of the Central Labor Union, first proposed the holiday.Labor Day is still celebrated in cities and towns across the United States with parades, picnics, barbecues, fireworks displays and other public gatherings. For many Americans, particularly children and young adults, it represents the end of the summer and the start of the back-to-school season.
(Courtesy of – The History Channel Website! )

~Fabulous Cover Reveal & Editorial Review for The New Kim Carter Mystery~ “Murder Among The Tombstones”

September 1, 2016September 1, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Book Review Post, Posts Author, Books, Kim Carter Mysteries, Murder Among The Tombstones, Mystery Authoress, New Book, New Release Soon

“What can I tell you about Authoress of Mystery Thriller reads? Her new release; the follow-up to “Sweet Dreams, Baby Belle” titled, “Murder Among The TOMBSTONES: A Clara & Iris Mystery,”

That’s WHAT!

And oh my are the early Galley Book Reviews FABULOUS!

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“MURDER Among The TOMBSTONES’ ~ Who’s body will turn up next in THE ATL?”

About The Authoress:

Kim Carter, Author and prolific writer of contemporary Mystery, Suspense and Thriller books, is a fan favorite among her avid readers with her array of released mystery titles like; “When Dawn Never Comes,” “Deadly Odds,” “No Second Chances” and “Sweet Dreams, Baby Belle.” Her soon to release mystery titled; “Murder Among The TOMBSTONES” and Kim’s #5 new book under her belt.

Kim has been writing mysteries for some time and has a large reader fan base who enjoys all her mystery, suspenseful books, and it shows with the many 5-Star book reviews given by her readers. She continues to write for her mystery fans, as she enjoys interacting and engaging with all of them.

Kim and her husband have raised three successful grown children and have vested in retired greyhound dogs as they enjoy attending the many events held annually for them, as well as educating others about their need for great homes and what great pets they make after retirement.

Kim, a college graduate of Saint Leo University, she has a Bachelor Degree of Arts in Sociology. She has worked in Human Services in the Grant Division before becoming an author and writer. She lives in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Between reading and traveling with her beautiful family, she will continue to write mysteries for some time for all her avid reader fans. You can visit and connect with her now on Goodreads: Kim Carter Mysteries On Goodreads .

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(See, even Kim’s son Austin and his doggie Olive enjoy reading Kim Carter Mysteries!)

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Editorial Review:
By Author, Ronald E. Yates was a foreign correspondent for the Chicago Tribune and Professor Emeritus of Journalism at the University of Illinois.

REVIEW:

“Two crafty septuagenarian widows turned private investigators; a crabby Atlanta cop recovering from a gunshot wound; and a cunning killer who dumps his victims rather appropriately in cemeteries. Those are just a few of the zesty ingredients in Murder among the Tombstones, the latest whodunit by Georgia-based mystery writer Kim Carter. It’s a fast-paced, twister of a mystery that keeps you turning pages until the very end. Readers are going to Rave about this one!”

~Author, Ronald E. Yates, Chicago Tribune . . . .

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So keep watching for this one reader’s as it will be releasing in a few in a few weeks! Other books by Kim Carter Mysteries and All Available Here on Amazon Online!

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Book Review: Finding Faith by Ellie Pulikonda

August 27, 2016 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Posts

Big Thanks to you Vickie for a Fabulous Review for Ellie’s book, and for being kind to also share on your wonderful Book Review blog here! XOXO

Author, Catherine Lyon

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