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Ms. Upton, a seasoned writer of thrilling romantic mystery and suspense, she also writes inspiring and motivating words of wisdom within award-winning non-fiction reads. I hope you will visit this new post of hers and her beautiful website and read the review. Liz pours her heart and soul to uplift women everywhere and of any age. . . 📚🎉😇😻 *CAT*
The Root of All Evil A Clara and Iris Mystery Book 3 by Kim Carter Genre: Mystery, Thriller
Private Investigators Clara Samples and Iris Hadley are at it again. The two widows are celebrating a successful first year of business when Pritchard Pitts of the Atlanta Police Department swings by with an unusual case.
One that’s already been solved. But family members of both the victims and the offenders have doubts the jury got it right. It’ll be up to the PIs and their trusted team to prove that the two men incarcerated for the double murder are indeed innocent.
As they delve deeper into the grisly crime, nothing is as it seems. From Iris working undercover as a waitress to Clara scouring out-of-state pawn shops, the duo soon discovers more questions than answers.
Are the men locked away in one of Georgia’s most secure prisons guilty or innocent? And will the fearless private investigators and their team survive long enough to get the answer?
Novelist Kim Carter is a multi-award-winning author and critically acclaimed writer of gripping suspense, chilling thrillers, and haunting historical mysteries.
Ms. Carter is widely known for her vibrant characters in her Clara and Iris Mystery series, a couple of overly curious widows who turn into private investigators. These funny women were inspired by Kim’s mother and her mom’s best friend. Book one of this series, Murder Among The Tombstones, was chosen Finalist for the 2018 Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award and a recipient of the 2017 TCK Publishers’ Readers’ Choice Award.
Ms. Carter’s Mysteries and literary works include Sweet Dreams, Baby Belle, When Dawn Never Comes, Deadly Odds (chosen Editor’s Pick in Books Shelf Magazine in 2022), No Second Chances, ‘And The Forecast Called For Rain,’ and ‘Dark Secrets of the Bayou, and her new ‘A Clara and Iris Mystery titled ‘The Root Of All Evil in Feb. 2024.”Dark Secrets of The Bayou” has been awarded a Reader’s Favorite Editorial 5-Star Review, also chosen #1 Finalist for Best Historical Mystery from Reader’s Favorite 2021 book awards, and was awarded a 2021 Killer Nashville Finalist for The Silver Falchion Awards. In 2022, “Bayou” was chosen by The Author Shout book awards as a Recommended Reads.
All of Kim’s novels can be purchased online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, BAM, and Indie Bound. Kim’s writing career started after she suffered an illness that made her housebound for a couple of years. An avid reader of mystery novels herself, she embarked on writing to fill her time. Kim’s health struggles and successes have been chronicled on Lifetime Television in early 2000, The Atlanta-Journal Constitution, Women’s Day Magazine, and Guidepost.
Now, with eight acclaimed mystery titles to her credit, Kim worked in many different capacities in county government. Still, her job as a correctional officer ultimately offered her opportunities to talk and interact with a diverse group of people. Her experiences run the gamete from inspiring success stories to tragic endings as she writes within her mysteries.
Kim began networking and connected with numerous homicide detectives, medical examiners, and prison officials. Her research has taken her to many places, including morgues, death row, and the occasional midnight visit to cemeteries to gain material for her novels.
Kim is a Saint Leo University college graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. When she is not writing, she enjoys gardening, is an avid reader, and is a proud mother of four beautiful grown children; she currently resides in both Biloxi and Atlanta, Georgia.
“Kim Carter, the Queen of mystery thrillers, is at the top of her game in her new novel. Die-hard fans won’t be disappointed, and new readers will be converted to her world.” – Shaun Sinclair, author, publisher, actor, screenwriter, and executive producer
“Kim Carter does it again, sending her two senior lady private eyes out to prove age is not a deterrent to good old-fashioned sleuthing. From the first page, the author skillfully weaves her characters together with humor and imagination, resulting in a gripping but delightful mystery.” – Barbara Daniels Dena, award-winning author of The Soul Series, a collection of short stories.
The dazzling golden sleuths, Clara and Iris, and the rest of their crew are at it again. I’m glad that Quita is back, and we can see her growth into a ‘Boss.’ The Root Of All Evil has a cleverly woven plot and a splendid touch of humor, making it the perfect escape. Novelist Kim Carter did not disappoint us, as she’s masterfully crafted a dynamic ‘whodunit’ that will provide the thrill of uncovering hidden truths and the real suspects! This book is a silent orchestration of suspense, pulling us into a dance with the unknown. Every twist in this intricate tapestry of intrigue conceals another layer of deception, dysfunction, and love. – Lissha Sadler, Founder of Visions and Books and Hardcore Grind Magazine
Back to Slavery by Rod Ballard Fiction – Historical Suspense African-American Mystery, Drama 116 Pages – Available From Amazon Books
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Royal is an outstanding high school basketball player from Atlanta, Georgia, who has a bright future ahead of him. Even though things are going great for him, he really doesn’t understand how far his people (African ancestors) have come for him to be able to be in the position he’s in. Royal didn’t care much about what his ancestors had to go through in the past. He thought slavery was pretty simple. “Just sit back, do your work in the fields, and listen to the white man. How bad could that be?”
Not caring about how tough slavery was for his ancestors, one night after he falls asleep, Royal awakens in an unfamiliar place. He wasn’t in Atlanta, Georgia, anymore. He wakes up on a slave plantation where he witnesses hangings, beatings, sufferings, and hard labor in the fields. He goes to sleep every night wishing to wake up in his bed back in Atlanta, only to wake back up in ‘slavery’ each time. Royal is horrified as he tries to survive slavery and everything that comes with it. Will Royal ever make it back home? Or will he forever be stuck back in slavery?
About The Award-Winning Author Rod Ballard
Rod Ballard is an Award-Winning, acclaimed writer and entrepreneur who is a native of South Carolina, born and raised. With four published books to his credit, including his newly released title “Back to Slavery,” he has been awarded numerous Readers’ Favorite 5-Star Editorial Reviews. He has been writing since childhood but took it seriously in 2015. Rod’s books are available on Amazon Books, Amazon Kindle, Barnes Noble, and many fine online book sites.
Rod is committed to fitness and health, living a positive life, as it is his personal belief that how you keep yourself fit on the outside reflects who you are on the inside. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, writing, movies, and listening to music of various styles but favors Smooth Jazz and R&B.
With one goal accomplished of being an award-winning and best-selling author, his next aspiration is to see one of his books come to life in the movie “Silver Screens.” Rod continues to reside in South Carolina. He enjoys engaging and hearing from his reader fans and welcomes your comments and thoughts by email.
“Back To Slavery” Awarded 5 Stars by Reader’s Favorite Book Influencers!
Reviewed by Adanna Ora for Readers’ Favorite
As a black boy living in Atlanta, Georgia, with a wonderful family and a promising basketball career, loved by his teachers and classmates alike, Royal thought that life couldn’t be more perfect. He based his view on material things and didn’t stop to appreciate that life hadn’t always been like that for his people. Anytime he was reminded of his privileges, especially considering what his ancestors had been through in earlier times, slaving away for their white masters, he brushed it aside. However, a day came when he experienced something that changed his life and his perspective forever. What could that be, and what did he experience? Back to Slavery by Rod Ballard is a drama that reviews black history and pinpoints several lessons that can be learned from it.
Back to Slavery has two settings, relating to both historical and modern times. Each comes with a specific language and style, giving the reader a different experience and the ability to enjoy the author’s rich talent for writing. There is also abundant use of suspense to keep readers longing for more and keeping them on their toes the whole time. I love the sense of mystery that surrounds certain events in the story.
Above all, the moral lessons are enormous. It helps humans, especially black Americans, to be aware of their history and know the price their ancestors paid for them to be where they are at the moment. It also preaches the equality of races and the need for everyone to live in peace, irrespective of their race or color. The book helps us to be grateful for what we have now and be empathetic toward the plight of others who are not as privileged as we are. I enjoyed reading this amazing work from Rod Ballard, and I hope that others appreciate it as much as I did. I highly suggest everyone read it!
Cat hopes you have enjoyed meeting our newest amazing author in the book library!
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SNIPPET: A self-published author and a book designer, Deborah L Perdue is the author of five books. With a B.A. in English, she has been writing ever since childhood. She writes spiritual articles and blog posts on gratitude. She has a daily practice of writing to keep herself engaged and motivated. In her free time, she enjoys taking walks with her dogs, nature, swimming, and artwork.
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“Meet Award-Winning Author Deborah Perdue & Her Books”
Deborah, what is your favorite childhood memory?
We were at a good movie. My parents came and told us we had to go. I was mad. It turns out they had brought two horses to us from Utah; we, all 3 daughters, loved horses. So they introduced us to the two beautiful mares. I wasn’t mad anymore that they yanked us out of a movie! (LOL).
What developed your love for writing?
I have always written since I was a young child. Journaling was something I’ve always done. Then, in school, I continued writing and reading wonderful authors. Eventually, I studied and received a B.A. in English (emphasis: Creative writing), and I’ve been writing ever since.
What makes Gratitude your favorite topic to write about?
I found the power of a gratitude practice when a minister gave us all blank journals and told us to write 5 things we were grateful for every day for 40 days and that our lives would change for the better. It worked. Now, I love to share gratitude in my books and gratitude journals.
Which is the best book to start reading habit with?
Wow, how can I pick one?! Pick a genre you like; for instance, I like modern psychological fiction – one author I love is Kristin Hannah. Start there, read all of her works, and then find similar authors.
Your thoughts on conventional vs. self-publishing? What route did you choose and why?
I chose self-publishing because it allows us to have freedom and get our books out there, rather than trying to get a traditional publisher to take notice and take us on.
How much importance do you place on book titles and covers?
I am also a book designer! (www.illuminationgraphics.com)! So, I place more importance than most people on cover design. It is very important to have a professional book cover. An engaging title is also crucial and good when you can put important keywords into a title and/or subtitle too.
In what ways do you think your book, Grace of Gratitude Journal, will influence the lives of its readers?
The Grace of Gratitude Journal has been published for quite a while. I hear from many that it has greatly impacted their lives in beneficial ways to start a gratitude practice using my beautifully illustrated, inspiring journal.
From where did you get the idea for writing “Daily Gratitude Reflections: 365 Guides to Great-Full Living”?
I have a subscriber list (you can sign up at http://www.graceofgratitude.com). I have been writing thoughts of gratitude Mon-Fri for about 7 years! I picked the cream of the crop in both of my Daily Gratitude Reflections books for these daily guides.
What, according to you, are the key ingredients of a successful book?
I feel the author needs to have passion for their genre. If the author is passionate, like I am, for being grateful, the readers will feel the sincerity and react very positively.
What is the sweetest fan mail that you have ever received?
Here is a short one that I particularly love: “Keep the vibrations of love flowing! The Daily Gratitude Reflections that Deborah Perdue writes and sends daily are deep and wondrous and touch my heart. -P. Singh
When are you most inspired to write, and What are some things you do to motivate yourself when you’re stuck in a rut? Since I have a daily practice of writing, that always keeps me engaged and motivated.
What were some misconceptions you had about the book and publishing industry before you became a published author?
I didn’t realize that marketing is so important, even if you have a traditional publisher. Your “job” is not over when you are done writing a book. Getting the word out is very important.
What other things, apart from writing, do you enjoy doing?
Taking walks with my dogs, nature, swimming, artwork, my book design business, friends, and spirituality.
What are some of your plans for the future? Are you working on a new project at the moment?
I plan to write another book about Radical Gratitude. I have started it. I feel there is always something you can find to be grateful for, even when something harrowing happens in your life. I will use examples from myself and others to show how to find gratitude in a tough situation.
When were you first introduced to AllAuthor, and how?
My book marketing person who was helping me recommended your helpful website. This was in 2021 when my new book was launched. It is very useful in promoting my books.
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