“Lyon Book Promotions Welcomes Alcohol Expert & Author, Scott Stevens”

December 16, 2015December 23, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Addicted Minds, Addiction, Guest Author Spotlight, New Book Release, Recovery Writer, Scott Stevens, The Alcohol Author, The Manor, Three Books on Alcoholism

“Readers, you all are in for a treat today as I am Honored and Happy to Welcome Author, Scott Stevens and his addiction and recovery collection of award-winning books about alcoholism. He even has a helpful new App he made, How Cool Is That?”

So lets learn more about Author, Scott Stevens and his books, which
includes a new release and make sure you go visit the app below!
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(Now Available on Amazon & Barnes and Noble)

So where do I begin? Scott and I just met not to long ago. We both are contributing writers for a fantastic Treatment Directory at Addicted Minds . . . The founder, Matthew Steiner introduced us through LinkedIn. He was interested in help with his book promoting efforts and? BAM!! I work for him now! LOL.

Now seriously, he is a fantastic writer and he shares his knowledge of alcoholism, recovery and message through YouTube as well here: #66 Video On Alcohol & Recovery … So lets learn more about this “man of mystery” and his newest book release.

About The Author:

Scott is not only author an award-winning author, he works as the ‘Director of Marketing’ at The Manor in Wisconsin. The Manor in Wisconsin represents luxurious substance abuse recovery.

“It’s not just our unparalleled and scenic location, but the true luxury is in the care each guest receives. Personal recovery. Luxury care. The Manor.”

In addiction to working for The Manor and A former mutual fund industry executive, Scott blends wit, journalistic objectivity, blunt personal dialogue and no-nonsense business perspective to his three books he has managed to write within his busy life. His books, 2010’s “What the Early Worm Gets,” 2013’s Indie Book Awards finalist, “Every Silver Lining Has a Cloud” and 2015’s “Adding Fire to the Fuel,” his newest offering. He regularly addresses conferences around the country — including the REEL Recovery Film Festival — on the latest trends in the field of alcohol use disorders. He is a 2015 SAMHSA Voice Award nominee.

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Scott is a journalist, posting regularly on health and alcohol issues for online news services and is a founding influencer at the world’s largest medical portal, HealthTap. Many popular alcohologists on air and on bookshelves have stellar credentials, but few have had to eat their own cooking. Stevens blends his stunning personal 86-proof-two-liters-a-day story with thorough research into alcoholism, sobriety, relapse and recovery. But Scott will be first tell you that his time with his kids comes first. . . And, if that wasn’t enough?

His life experiences, Scott has met seven Presidents of the United States, flown with the Navy’s Blue Angels, piloted a Los Angeles Class nuclear submarine and driven a NASCAR at 140-mph on a one-mile oval.

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I’m tired already! What a busy life to be of recovery service to others. That is how Scott helps others in recovery and reaching out for understanding about alcoholism.

Lastly, Scott the football fan and avid golfer, he holds a Master’s in Public Affairs Journalism from the University of Illinois – Springfield, he lives in the Midwest with his children.
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(Author Scott Stevens & The Kids)

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About His New release:
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“A not-so-silent thief makes off with $226 billion, every year, robbing the economy, flooding hospitals, clogging courts. And landing million-dollar spots in the year’s biggest televised sports events.“It” is alcohol. Not terrorism. Not obesity. Not cancer or diabetes or Ebola or any other disease. It’s alcohol. We’ll spend more to combat these other scourges that cause less turmoil and financial damage while alcohol rules the roost, the clubhouse and the corner office.

The third-leading cause of preventable death and illness stays under the radar because of good advertising and bad stigma. Its purveyors are proclaimed as charitable kings. Those who use it and discover alcohol has health and social consequences, are labeled as villains, kill-joys, weak, weird, or morally off.

The stigma of alcohol use disorders, treatment and recovery keeps the discussion of what alcohol does to you behind the wishful-thinking-driven chatter about what it does for you. The tipping point has passed. The status quo: No longer sustainable or acceptable.

Adding Fire to the Fuel examines:
How families and communities feed public and self-stigma even while the stigma holds them back; How stigma has become a barrier to many who want help; How to hang on to sobriety in a pro-alcohol world; And how PANonymous alcoholics will reduce stigma more than all the protests combined.”

Now where can you connect with Author, Scott Stevens? Well just about everywhere on social media! That’s where. LOL, and here a just a few places to do just that.

On both his fantastic websites: The Alcohol Author ~ Scott Stevens
And on BlogSpot Video Series Author, Scott Stevens ~ Health Journalist

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Alcohol Education Resources

And Connect with Scott at these Fine Social Media sites below. . .

Scott’s video’s each week: Scott’s YouTube Video’s
Add Me To Your Google+ Circle
Follow Me On GoodReads
Connect With Scott on Twitter
All My Books & Amazon Author Page
Go “Like” his Facebook page.
Addicted Minds Writer ~ Alcohol Author

(click book to Amazon)
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About The Book ~ Silver Lining

Nine out of ten people who quit drinking relapse at least once. “Every
Silver Lining Has a Cloud” shows why it’s not just once… without
pithy slogans or trademarked solutions. From the author of “What
the Early Worm Gets,” a startling book defining Alcoholism, here’s a
book explaining how and why relapse happens, how to hold it at bay
and why every American should care. Sobriety is a state of illness and
its symptoms, left untreated, lead directly to lapse. Addressing the
Symptoms of Sobriety is essential.
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Why would any sober Alcoholic return to the misery?
What are the Symptoms of Sobriety and how do Alcoholics and non-Alcoholics guard against them?
What four overlooked stressors trip up recovery?
Can you hit bottom sober?
The narrative dashes along peaks of anger, joy, desperation, relief and
hope interspersed with solid data on the disease and guidance for
avoiding relapse traps.
It’s not enough to just stop drinking. . .

Now that I have shared just about all you need to know about this fantastic writer and author?
Here are a few Amazon Book Reviews of how much readers have enjoyed about Scott’s books.

Amazon Reader Reviews:

Scott Steven’s extremely readable “Every Silver Lining Has A Cloud” is SUCH an important work! Powerful, clearly written, enormously informative, this book taught me not only about the emotional rollercoaster an alcoholic takes, but also about the chemical science of alcoholism, which basically stacks the genetic biochemical deck against him or her.

Scott also goes into Al-Anon, the legal system, and the futility of incarceration programs as well as how dysfunctional families play such a large role in alcoholism. Peppered throughout the book are well-versed truisms and great chapter opening quotes, which I personally thought added an extra punch to it all. And lest you think this book is like so many other self-help books, filled with one unprovable case study after another, here, every eye-opening statement or life example is backed up by worthy sources. A true find for everyone!
HIGHLY recommended!

Another Amazon Reader:

“Scott Stevens has again written another very powerful and necessary book. The stigma attached with being alcoholic or recovering alcoholic is overwhelming and Scott explains and goes far to share what needs to be done to erase that stigma.

Scott’s statistics, research, and facts in Adding Fuel are awesome and very useful … especially for people like me who work with people and families who are dealing with alcoholism. There is no room for blame or shame and certainly no labeling when it comes to people who are in recovery. I have never seen those things work for anyone. Many people do want to get sober or clean but, the fear of being “found out,” keeps them from taking the first step into recovery. I truly wish I could get this book into the hands of every teacher, doctor, rehab in the world. It is an eye-opener and it left me feeling hopeful. Thank you again for writing this Scott.”
Highly Suggest This Book!
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I hope you enjoyed another Guest Author Spotlight here on Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions. We are very happy and honored again to have Author, Scott Stevens here as part of our Fine Authors here!

Happy Holiday Reading Friends & A Blessed Christmas!
Author, Catherine Townsend-Lyon of Lyon Book Promotions

“Congrats To My Dear Friend Author, Dustin L John On His First Book Release! “

December 15, 2015December 15, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Amazon, Author, Barnes and Noble, Dustin L John, His Story, New Book, Recovery, Recovery and Addiction Book, Writer

Hello and Welcome Readers and Book Lovers,

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Just in time for the holidays, I welcome my dear friend and now first time Author, Dustin L. John and his book release of: “A Walk in his Shoes” . . .

Now if this is not exciting enough for my best recovery supporter of mine, but he also contributed some of his addiction and recovery story in another new book release with other authors along with Author, Jake D Parent…
It is titled; “Hearts and Scars: 10 Human Stories of Addiction” . . .

(click book to Amazon).About Hearts and Scars:
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We lose more than 350 people every day in the United States to addiction. This collection of stories shows how the deadly disease is a conflicted struggle, not simply of broken people, but one that encompasses the human condition that affects us all. The book consists of two sections. The first is a series of short fictional stories that portray individuals suffering from active addiction. The second is made up of real life tales of recovery, written by the people who experienced the journey themselves.
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For those directly affected by this horrible affliction, these stories will help you make sense of your journey, both where you came from as well as where you are going. For advocates, policy makers, and others with the power to help, this collection will help humanize the issue. Because, while addiction may be a cunning, baffling disease, it is ultimately one that affects real people.

Only by understanding the humanity within those who suffer from it – as buried as it may sometimes seem to be – can we as a society find the courage and will to finally do what needs to be done to end the suffering.
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We have known each other now for about 2 years. We met on social media and he did a very nice Book and Author Interview on his fantastic blog My Sober Life after my recovery book was released was released late Nov, 2012 ~ Here is more about Dustin.”

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About Dustin The Author:

Dustin John was born and raised in Gallup New Mexico. At age 11, he moved to a small town in Southern Utah. Leading a seemingly normal lifestyle after graduating high school, Dustin’s life took a turn for the worse. A short time after a divorce lead him to bankruptcy, his life began the slow dive into addiction.

By age 22, he was jobless, homeless, running from the law, and searching for his next shot of heroin. Travelling across the western states in search of a safe haven, Dustin landed himself directly in the midst of a massive underground drug ring. After a decade of playing on death’s doorstep, Dustin made a miraculous escape into sobriety. Dustin and his father, Dallas documented Dustin’s drug riddled history in a uniquely written, father/son memoir titled “A Walk in his Shoes”.

Dustin’s father Dallas, passed away from an aggressive illness just months before the book’s final manuscript was published. Dustin has been sober since February 1, 2012 and continues to help in the fight against addiction. He resides in Southern Utah with his wife and their many reptiles.
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About Dustin’s New Book Release:

Dustin’s life was once full of joy, happiness, security, and success. With a lucrative job, a wife, and a home of his own, he was destined for a life of fortune, prosperity and comfort. That was before heroin. This unique and gripping tale is the first of its kind to tell the story of addiction through the eyes of both father and son.

Together, Dustin and Dallas shine a blinding light on the dark life of a junky. As Dustin decides to travel across the western states in search of a safe haven, Dustin wanders within a few footsteps of his own demise. Instead of finding freedom, however, his addiction cascades into corruption, deceit, and evil. As alcohol and drug abuse continues to ravage every community in America, this groundbreaking memoir offers important insight into the inner workings of an active user, as well as the pain of those loved ones who must helplessly stand by as the family structure disintegrates from addiction . . .
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Now of course I am NO James Lipton from ‘the actors studio’ but I had a few burning questions for my old friend to make him feel like he was “sittin on the HOT SEAT” a little bit. LOL.
But he handled the answers pretty damn well! …
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My Burning Questions for Dustin:

1.) I know you are a fantastic blogger and write there, but what made you come to be a writer and share your recovery? — “The main reason I became a writer is because I knew my story needed to be told. Studying addiction issues in the US made me realize that my experience with addiction could help other families and the only way I could get my story out to the world was to put pen to paper.”

2.) Who inspires you in your recovery? (Writer, Author, etc.) — “My father was a great inspiration. He was not in recovery but he co-authored my latest book and told the family side of my addiction to heroin. He died of an aggressive illness months before we were able to publish the final manuscript. He was a photographer and a columnist at a newspaper for many years. I decided to dedicate the book to him.”

3.) Was there any fear around sharing your life in book form for the world to read about your addiction and recovery? — “There is massive amounts of fear in publicizing my story. Many times in the editing process I felt like minimizing what I did while telling my story. Once I realized that my fear was a boogeyman and a great gauge for honest writing, I began to embrace that fear.”

4.) What can you reveal personally about yourself that readers may not know about you and any advice to others in recovery? — “As a second hobby I breed exotic reptiles. I can also say my ABCs faster backwards than I can forward. One piece of advice I would give to the recovery community and to everyone as a whole would be to learn who they are and where they came from. There is nothing more helpful for gaining happiness in the world than self-knowledge. Taking an objective view of your childhood is the most powerful practice towards freeing yourself from dysfunction and other harmful human attributes.
Dig deep. Be open and honest. Connect. As Socrates said “know thy self!”

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So I am again so happy for my good friend and now fellow author! Dustin can tell you himself how long I have bugged him to write a book and share his story and testimony. He is also a great blogger like I had mentioned earlier, so take a visit to his blog at ‘My Sober Life, and . . . HE has a special Giveaway going on over at Goodreads to, so get the details on his blog: Goodreads – Autographed Book Giveaway | My Sober Life on how to enter.
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You can also connect with Dustin on Twitter @DustinLJohn – Lets Tweet!
and over on LinkedIn & Goodreads too!
Connect with Author, Dustin John on LinkedIn
Connect and Follow on Goodreads

So please support us addiction & recovery authors and go grab a copy of Dustin’s new book today and read an Amazing Story and a Beautiful Life in Recovery!

I really appreciate the honor of sharing my dear friend Author, Dustin L John with all of you . . .
His book is available below on Amazon and Barnes & Noble, so just click the book to purchase Today! :-)

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Happy Holiday Season & Blessings All,
Author, Catherine Townsend-Lyon

“Welcome Rod Ballard To Lyon Book Promotions.” A New Indie Author With A Fantastic New Romance Novel.

November 2, 2015November 2, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Indie Author, New Author Spotlight, Rod Ballard, Romance, Writer

Hello And Welcome Friends, Readers and New Visitors,

Lyon Book Promotions is proud to Welcome Author, Rod Ballard to our book promotions line-up of fine reads!

Rod is a new fresh indie author who has just released his brand new romance book titled; The Confessions of a True Womanizer now available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. And for a new release, he is already getting Rave 5 Star Reviews on Amazon! From what I have read, ladies you are going to enjoy this read…
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About The Book:
Romeo Roosevelt was raised in a household where he witnessed his father abuse and cheat on his mother. After Romeo’s mother left his father— Romeo grew up taking on one characteristic of his father—being a “Womanizer!” Blessed with his father’s good looks and deceiving ways— Romeo’s sexy swagger and enticing demeanor makes him irresistible to women. Jumping from woman to woman was all Romeo knew. When Romeo reunites with his first love—he finds himself wanting to change for the better. Can Romeo’s first love make him give up his lust for women or will she just be another Confession of a True Womanizer?
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Ok ladies, now we all know single men can be a wee bit shady when it comes to being a womanizer and player, but as the book reviews claim, it seems a man can have a change of heart. So let me share more about Rod Ballard and learn just how interesting he is as a ‘Romance Writer and Author.’

One book reviewer said:

Format: Paperback

“The Confessions of a True Womanizer was everything and more!
Be prepared to laugh out loud, cry silently and hold tight to your pillow. I’m in love with this book.
I can’t wait to read what’s next from Mr. Rod Ballard. . . A Highly Suggested Read!

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( Rod Ballard on The Logan Power Show.)

About The Author and Writer:
Rod is a new indie author that is a native of South Carolina. He started writing in 2012 and enjoys writing stories and decided in spite of coming from a place where it seemed few people dared to dream big, he would fulfill his dream to be a published author. So he finished his first published novel, “The Confessions of a True Womanizer,” earlier 2015 and immediately sought ways to spread the word of his first Romance Novel.

Rod was featured on the talk show, “The Logan Power Show,” in September 2015. He talked about his childhood growing up and how he was introduced into writing. You can listen & watch that show on Youtube.com here “Author Rod Ballard on The Logan Power Show.” Author Rod Ballard on The Logan Power Show Rod has already been featured on several Blog Talk Radio Shows—so he is no stranger to guest author interviews and appearances, he welcomes them!

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Rod is committed to health and fitness and living a positive life. It is his personal belief that the way you keep yourself up on the outside reflects who you are on the inside. In his spare time he enjoys reading, writing and listening to music of various styles, but favors Smooth Jazz and R&B. He also commits to motivational speaking and anything that has a positive role in his life and the lives of others.

What are Rod Ballard’s future aspirations and goals? To be a best-selling author and to see his novels in screen plays and on movie screens.
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Now Rod is very proactive with promoting his new novel, so you may see him everywhere on social media. And Lyon Book promotions is proud to be part of sharing his new book with our readers here! I also asked Rod a few questions to see if I could get a wee bit more out about him. And sorry ladies, his committed, . . . to his two little daughters. LOL.

1.) How did you decided to become a writer and publish your work?
Well, when I was a little kid, I had always written short stories in Comic Book form. As I got older in my teenage years, I wrote music. Eventually I got back into writing stories and didn’t publish my first Novel until May 2015.

2.) What is the most challenging part of writing books as a writer?
My most challenging part from personal experiences, is trying my best to get the reader to vision what they are reading. My writing style is different from others. I’m so cautious on producing the best work that I critic myself so hard on making sure my readers are visualizing and enjoying what the novel.

3.) Have any advice or words of “wisdom” to share with new authors? My word of advice to any new authors is to NEVER give up on what you are doing. I have felt like giving up plenty of times, but I kept going hard. Your book sales are not going to happen over night, but it will come if you stay working hard. Success isn’t handed to you. It’s all about staying consistent and working hard. Your time will come. Only the strong survive as writers.

4.) What is the most exciting thing that has happened to you since becoming a published author?
Well, one of the most exciting things that has happened for me is being apart of a book club that featured my book.
I was a host at their book club meeting, signed books, took pictures and all. That was the first time in my life I experienced something like that so that’s the most exciting so far! It was fun.
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As I wrote earlier, Rod enjoys interacting and engaging readers! And you can catch often on Twitter and Facebook, so go connect with him through his social media sites, and you can even go ask him a question Goodreads to as he is a Goodreads Author . . . I hope you enjoyed learning more about this new indie author, Rod Ballard!

Go Connect with him here:
Goodreads Author
LinkedIn ~ Author/Writer
Amazon Author & Book
Connect and Like My Facebook Page
Follow Me On Twitter
Google Plus – Add Me In Your Circle

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You can purchase my book here: Amazon E-book & Paperback
Blog Talk Radio: Listen to my Guest Author Interview
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Happy Reading!

Guest Author Interview and Spotlight Presented By, “Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions” . . .

Lyon Book Promotions Welcomes Children’s Author, James S. Martinez To Our Line-Up of Fine Reads.

October 30, 2015October 30, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Childrens Books, Helping Tales, James Martinez, New Guest Author, Patches The Doggie, Teddy T Rex, Writer

Hello and Welcome Readers and Friends,

“We are honored and excited to introduce to you our new children’s author we are promoting and a writer extraordinaire, James S. Martinez. He is pretty popular with the little kids these days, as he has just released two new children’s books and they are grabbing 5 star book reviews like crazy! He is also the owner of Helping Tales Publishing. There is much to learn about this wonderful author, so how about we get right to it with a wee bit more about him” . . .

About The Author:
James S. Martinez was born in December of 1963 on Ramey, AFB in Puerto Rico. He attended Kent State University and was awarded an MS in Biomedical Sciences in 2001. He has been an avid reader and dedicated volunteer for many years and believes wholeheartedly that “One person can make a difference”. It’s with this belief in mind that he and co-founder Timothy T. Civick, created Helping Tales Publishers.

Helping Tales Publishers has committed to making reading have a positive impact on the world by “helping those in need, one story at a time”. In order to accomplish this mission, Helping Tales Publishers writes and produces entertaining, empowering, and educational books that teach empathy, compassion and service to the community to children of all ages.

James Martinez is a freshman author with two books in print, Patches’ Awesome Day and Diamonds in the Ruff. Each book is written in a whimsical tone with rhyming verse. The simple and fun stories are paired with beautiful illustrations created by Timothy T. Civick that captivate and enchant the reader. These books also serve the purpose of raising funds to aid various charities across the country. A quote from Diamonds in the Ruff summarizes why Helping Tales Publishers was created.

“If there’s a need, help the cause,
Whether you help people or those with paws.
By helping one, you help us all.
Take up the fight and heed the call!”
“Please be on the lookout for more books from James S. Martinez and Helping Tales Publishers.”

So I asked James a couple of questions about his writing and being a children’s author. Here is what he had to say about both.

1.) How did you begin to write children’s books?
“I got into writing children’s books to help my shelter by having fun books that talked about animals and that would teach wonderful lessons and donating a portion of the proceeds to charity. After looking at the different books that were available, I decided on a “Dog” book that would entertain and teach.
I always loved Dr. Seuss books so I adopted a rhyming scheme to keep the stories fun and easy to read. My goal is to help kids learn great lessons while having fun and empowering them to make a positive difference in the world.”

2.) What has been the most exciting event or experience for you since becoming a writer and published author?

The most exciting event was probably when I released my book, “The Most Incredible Journey: A Pibble’s Path” and I was at the Pit Bull event that we launched the book at. I had lots of people stop by and thank me for writing such a great advocacy book and how the book was so heartwarming and painted the breed in a wonderful light. I was wonderful to see how my book could be used to educate about a cause and entertain but most of all, we were able to donate from the proceeds from the event charity.

James is an advocate of many issues. Animals, Animal Shelter & Rescue, Teaching Children, Bullying and more! And he uses his books as a teaching aid for parents, so they can talk about tough life events & lessons with in a lighter way with their small children. So here is more about the two New Books. I urge you again to visit his wonderful website over at Helping Tales! It has all his books listed to purchase and the colors, illustrations and characters are adorable.

About The New Books:

( Click to purchase on Amazon)

This book is for anyone who has ever loved and lost a pet. The Final Pet Stop explores the question: “Is there a place that all pets go on that final day?” Follow along with Patches the dog and his friends in this heartfelt and lyrical tale as they give us a glimpse into the wonderful place known as “The Final Pet Stop.”

The book is beautifully illustrated and has a sure way of reaching children going through a time of grief. This new work comes from the creators of Patches’ Awesome Day, Diamonds in the Ruff, The Most Incredible Journey: A Pibble’s Path and the award-winning The Dinosaur’s New Shoes. . . .
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The Dinosaur’s New Shoes ~ Teddy ) click to purchase.

Go Connect with James on Social Media Today! …
Book/Author Website

Facebook.com/HelpingTales

Connect on Twitter

Connect on LinkedIn

This Author and Book Spotlight Presented To Readers By Lyon Book Promotions!

Lyon Book Promotions Is Proud To Welcome J. A. Owenby, Author and Writer.

October 21, 2015October 21, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Blurred Lines, E-book, Novel Release In 2016, Professional Resume Writer, Short Stories, Tears In The Sun, Welcome Author J.A. Owenby, Writer

Hello and Welcome Readers, Friends and Visitors,

I have the pleasure and honor of welcoming a new friend and Author, Jennifer A. Owenby to “The Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions” family of fine authors we promote. She is from the Pacific Northwest, and has two fabulous short stories published currently, and working on her first full length novel.

I just received both her e-books to read so make sure you come and visit again, as I will be doing a special book review blog post soon here on my book blog. Here is more about this fantastic writer and author and about both her current e-books available on Amazon.
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About The Author:
J. A. Owenby lives in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with her husband and two cats.

She’s a published author of six short stories and her first full-length novel is expected in late spring of 2016. J.A. doesn’t mess around when it comes to working with a team in order to present her best writing. She is a firm believer in outlining and investing in a professional editor.

A few of her available short stories are “Tears in the Sun” and “Blurred Lines” both on Amazon.

As a resume writer, she helps people find jobs they love by developing a strong accomplishment based marketing snapshot.

She graduated from Lake Hamilton High in 1988 and attended Garland Community College for two years, as she majored in communications. She was the editor of her college newspaper, and even wrote her own column. She now owns and runs ONB Professional Resume Services …

Her business gives back to the community by volunteering time to Habitat For Humanity.

She is an avid reader of thrillers, romance, new adult, and young adult novels. She loves music, movies, and rain. Her downtime consists of enjoying a beautiful summer evening and snuggling with her hubby outside underneath the stars or if it’s winter, listening to the rain and watching NFL football.
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Now my readers know I only ask a few questions of all my guest authors, as I am not like James Lipton of The Actors Studio. LOL. Here are the questions I asked of Jennifer and how she answered them.

1.) How did you become a writer?
I wrote my first short story at the ripe ol’ age of 5. My mom had received her first acceptance letter concerning her children’s story and I wanted to be a writer just like her.

2.) How did you decide to publish your work?
I put my writing on the back burner for years and then picked it up again. I immediately had 2 stories published in magazines, and a few years later another in a literary magazine. My last two shorts, I worked with Gloria Kempton and Karlyn Thayer from Writer’s Digest and self-published on Amazon. My stories had moved more into new adult and I wasn’t finding magazines that were taking stories with the themes I was writing.

3.) What are a few things readers may not know about you that you would like to share?
I’m a private person, but I’m one of the women that beat the odds and escaped a nightmare of an abusive marriage. I moved myself and two children two thousand miles from everything I knew and started over. I was bound and determined I was going to move forward, and I did. I’ve had success with my writing and I also have my own business. There is hope.
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Jen’s answer to question three had me get a little misty eyed. I know how difficult it can be to share personal experiences. Just like when I write about my own on life trials on my recovery blog.

I am sure that Jennifer would agree with me when I say that sharing these types of personal experiences of negative trials in our lives, they can be of help to others who maybe going through them now. It does give others hope like Jen mentioned. And we need to speak out about these topics as to raise awareness.

So let us learn more about Jennifer’s two current E-books that are short stories, as they deal with these types of life trials and triumphs. . .
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About The Books:

( Tears In The Sun ~ click to purchase )

A Short Story – Lacey, a senior in high school, has never heard of borderline personality disorder yet she lives with it every day. As she begins realizing her family isn’t as normal as she thought, she searches for help and answers. Those answers turn her world upside down, and she is left with making life changing decisions for not only herself, but her mentally ill mother who she loves more than anything . . .
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( Blurred Lines ~ click to purchase )

Lexi is used to a difficult life, bouncing around from foster home to foster home, but all that changes when she meets her best friend, Olivia. Lexi has finally found a family.

Three years have passed, and Lexi is beginning to think the dark secret she left behind might stay buried. Then Olivia begins dating the high school bad ass and everything takes a wrong turn.

Life has suddenly blurred the line of what is acceptable and what isn’t as Lexi struggles with if she should step in to protect her friend. There’s more than just friendship at risk; she fears her secret will come to the surface. What will she do?
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Here is where readers can connect with Author, J.A. Owenby on social Media …

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7751226.J_A_Owenby
Facebook Author Page: https://www.facebook.com/JAOwenby
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JAOwenby
About.me: https://about.me/JAOwenby.Author
Google +: https://plus.google.com/u/0/105285726505938509211
Her Fabulous Blog: https://jenowenby.wordpress.com

Happy Reading Friends!

“Presented to readers by: Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions”

Author, Wayne Andrewartha’s New Book of Short Stories Now Released.

October 15, 2015October 15, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Appeals To Men and Women, Author Wayne Andrewartha, Cover Reveal, New Amazon Book Release, New Release, Short Story Collection

Hello and Welcome Readers,

Author, Wayne Andrewartha has given me the joy of sharing his new book cover and newly released “Collection Of Short Stories” titled; LOOKING THROUGH MY WINDOW.
Now available on Amazon.com in E-book and Promo Priced at $2.99 . . .

He has worked on many short stories that have received honorable mentions from the “Katherine Mansfield short story competition and West Auckland Short Story Writing competition.”

He has worked on this project for a while now, as to put all of his fantastic short stories in e-book form for all readers to enjoy. Here is a little more about his new book release.. .. ..

About The Book of Short Stories ~ Volume 1

This book, a collection of short stories, is something different. During the past two years, while writing the three novels now published as E-books on Amazon.com, my mind was constantly plagued with fragments of ideas for short stories. Some were so demanding, I had to push aside the novel I was working on to write that particular short story. During these two years, I’ve written 48 short stories. The stories themselves are quirky extracts, partly from my own experiences and partly from people around me. Most have a surprising twist at the end, which probably confirms how I see life. I have enjoyed writing these real-life stories, albeit with a little bit of imagination thrown in to the mix.

About The Author:
Wayne Andrewartha is an accountant by day, and a Crime fiction writer by night. He calls Auckland, New Zealand home.

Since he was a small boy, he has always wanted to write books. His love of traveling and his vivid imagination are obvious throughout his crime novels. His newest novel is packed full of action as Private Detective, Jake Shaw faces impossible odds to rescue the wife of a client. It is guaranteed to keep you turning the pages which readers of crime stories will thoroughly enjoy.

And there is more ….

Wayne has written two other novels, Diamonds of Death and the much praised sequel, Roll of the Dice. For action/thriller fans, they are a must read and highly recommended. In addition, he has written many short stories which are now in e-book form for all readers to enjoy.

Wayne enjoys reading good books, gardening, and ten pin bowling. He enjoys watching sports like rugby, motor sports, and football. He is a member of The New Zealand Rotary and was bestowed, “The Paul Harris Fellowship Award” Rotary’s highest honor.

Wayne has his second novel series, just released a few months ago titled; What Goes Around, (Jake Shaw Private Eye, Book 1) Now available on Amazon Kindle and now his new book of short stories that both men and women will find enjoyable and interesting to read.

Please visit his Amazon Author page for all the details of all his books: Amazon Author Page Wayne Andrewartha including now his new book of fantastic short stories. He would like for readers to connect with him on social media and where to purchase his new book.

Amazon: New Book Collection of Short Stories
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