A Merry Christmas Book Share Of Children’s Authors Whose Books Make Great Gifts!

November 24, 2015November 24, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Featured Guest, Posts AMazon Books, Authors, Gift Giving Ideas, Holiday Childrens Books, Merry Christmas Gifts for Kids, Writers

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Hello and Welcome Readers and Visitors,

“Now we all know books make great holiday gifts for all the readers on your ‘Christmas Gift List.’ So I wanted to share two wonderful Children’s Authors with you today, as their books will be a “delight” for all the kids on your list. They are colorful and vibrant, and the kids will love them!
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Our first fabulous children’s author is Bette A Stevens, Author and illustrator of both her children’s books. And they are award winners too!

(click books to buy on Amazon)

Amazing Matilda ~ Bette A Stevens, Author/Illustrator:

Inspire the Kids in Your Life to Meet Challenges with Patience and Persistence!
This inspirational tale of a Monarch butterfly and her meadowland friends is the second children’s book written and illustrated by Bette A. Stevens.

Packed with action and adventure, this book is sure to entertain and inspire.

TWO LITERARY AWARDS–Excellence in Children’s Literature:
* 2013 Purple Dragonfly Book Award (Picture Books 6+)
* THE GITTLE LIST 2013 (Top 10 Self-published Children’s Picture Books)

Monarch Butterfly conservation is in the news. AMAZING MATILDA is too! Her storyline and illustrations follow the monarch life cycle and highlight milkweed, an environmentally threatened plant, the only food source for monarch caterpillars.
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The Tangram Zoo and Puzzles Too! ~ Bette A Stevens

The Tangram Zoo and Word Puzzles Too! is a resource for multi-cultural and interdisciplinary studies in the classroom or at home. Integrates Math (measurement and geometry) and Language Arts (research and writing) for elementary and middle school students, while presenting a few historical facts about tangrams. Tangrams and word puzzles (rhyming riddles/poetry) encourage students to have fun while they’re learning, and then to demonstrate what they’ve learned. Includes ideas for home/school projects. Tangram outlines, with rhyming riddles as clues, are even labeled for coloring for preschoolers. Hands-on fun for the whole classroom/Family!

About The Author:

Inspired by nature and human nature, Bette A. Stevens is an author, retired teacher, wife, mother of two and grandmother of five. Stevens lives in Central Maine with her husband on their 37-acre farmstead where she enjoys writing, reading, gardening, walking and reveling in the beauty of nature. She advocates for children and childhood literacy and for monarch butterflies, an endangered species.

Stevens has written articles for ECHOES, The Northern Maine Journal of Rural Culture based in Caribou, Maine. In 2013, the author published her first book for the YA/Adult audience: PURE TRASH: The story, a short story of a boy growing up in rural New England and prequel to DOG BONE SOUP, debut novel released January 2015. . . .
Please give her a visit to her website to learn more about her and all her fabulous books! And follow her on Twitter @betteastevens
Author, Bette A Stevens Website
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Our second children’s author is James S Martinez and Helping Tales Publishers. His two new book releases Amazon!

( click books to buy on Amazon )

The Final Pet Stop: (Patches The Dog)

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 T Rex)

Winner: 2015 Readers Favorite Award Endorsed by The National Bullying Prevention Center (PACER.org) The Dinosaur’s New Shoes is a wonderfully inspiring story about Teddy T-Rex, a young dinosaur that, when he sees someone being bullied, stands up to the bully, instead of just being a bystander. This story helps to teach children how to properly confront bullies and demonstrates how, through empathy, compassion and caring for others, that bullying can be overcome and eliminated.

This book provides a way to open a fun dialogue with children, parents, and educators through a lovable and engaging role model, named Teddy T-Rex, with whom they can identify and follow his example. This book also includes resources for kids, parents and educators on anti-bullying, such as how to identify a bully, who may be at risk, and how to properly respond to bullying. Parents and children will love the wonderful life lessons found in this book. “The Dinosaur’s New Shoes” will inspire all readers to change the world by helping those in need.

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.

Learn More about James Martinez on his wonderful website over at Helping Tales Publishers and follow him on Twitter too! @helpingTales

Here are a few more books you will find on his website.

I hope you enjoyed your time here learning about two fantastic Authors who have you covered for gift giving for your little ones this Christmas Season!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Reading Friends!
“Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions” By, Author Catherine Lyon :-)

Part 2 ~ Author & Book News, Updates and More! What Are Our Book Promo Authors Up To?

November 9, 2015November 9, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Author News, Updates and More Book Reviews, Interviews, Lyon Book Promos Authors, News And Updates, Writers

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Welcome Readers & Friends!

Here is our second installment of what “Lyon Book Promotions Fine Authors” and writers have been up to. I keep my clients busy with blogs, listing their wonderful books on readers sites and book clubs and more! Yes, they may get a little tired of hearing from me from time to time, LOL, … but their books are so good that we want as many readers knowing these books are released and available! They all can be purchased on Amazon. We posted part one, here is part two of some of our fabulous authors and friends we have the Honor of book promoting for!
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Bette A Stevens, and author and writer inspired by nature has been pretty busy sharing all her books. Her latest two releases, “Dog Bone Soup” and “Pure Trash” are racking up the 5 star reviews on Amazon. She also has been busy doing author interviews and internet radio shows too. She writer both fiction and children’s books, and her children’s books are award winners! Here is a wonderful Guest Blog Book Review of her book, “Dog Bone Soup!”…
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( click to books to buy on Amazon)

Guest Book Review – Dog Bone Soup By, Marilyn Armstrong of The Blog SERENDIPITY
http://teepee12.com/2015/07/01/bette-stevens-dog-bone-soup-a-book-review/

IN HONOR OF INDIE AUTHOR’S DAY!

DOG BONE SOUP is the long-awaited “rest of the story” of Shawn Daniels from the original short story, “Pure Trash.” It’s particularly long-awaited for me because as soon as I read the short story, I wanted to read this book. The only problem was, Bette hadn’t yet written it.

But she did it. Dog Bone Soup is available for your reading pleasure. And what a pleasure it is.

Bette has the purest, freshest writing style I’ve read in many a long year. Reading her prose is like peering into an exceptionally clear, deep pool. It looks like the bottom is close enough to touch, but those waters run deep.

Bette Stevens is a class act, an author who knows how to tell a story. Her characters are real, so true to life, they practically leap off the page. In Dog Bone Soup, style and the story are blended to perfection.

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I’ve read a lot of books about rural poverty and for some reason, all those stories are set in the south. This is as far from south as you can get. It’s a timely and important reminder that poverty is not a regional issue.

Poverty is everywhere, from the biggest cities to the hidden hamlets where tourists never go. Children pay the highest price.

Shawn Daniels’ story is wonderful. It’s about growing up and coming of age for a poor kid from a dysfunctional family. His world is cold and hardscrabble. A drunken father, a vanishing mother. Foster parents with no love to share, teachers who can’t see past patches and frayed cuffs. Yet somehow Shawn forges a road of his own. Armed with courage, intelligence, humor, and grit, he grows into a strong young man with solid values. He creates his own future.

Sometimes, very little can be enough.

There’s nothing depressing about this story. How come? Because Shawn Daniels hasn’t a shred of self-pity in him. Despite the challenges he faces, Shawn is never down. Not depressed, discouraged, broken, or beaten. This kid has grit. Determination and a solid grip on his own worth.

Where does it come from? Mom, sometimes. A few others who see Shawn’s value and give him a hand along his path. A personal, hard-wired toughness that lets him see past the life he is living it to the life he wants — and for which he is willing to work. Mostly, it is Shawn’s own sharp intelligence which enables him to understand his world. It lets him trust his judgment without bogging down in unearned guilt. He makes smart decisions.

It’s a great story — and it’s far from over.
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Here are more links to see all that Author, Bette A Stevens has been up to. The Blog Talk Radio Interview is a must listen. I really enjoyed it myself! The Link: Blog Talk Radio http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ravereviewsbookclub/2015/06/18/rrbc-rave-wave-spotlight-honors-with-guest-bette-a-stevens

Blog Author Interview https://saylingaway.wordpress.com/2015/09/13/an-interview-with-bette-stevens-author-of-dog-bone-soup/
Book Review for AMAZING MATILDA http://michelleclementsjames.com/2015/03/21/amazing-matilda/
And make sure you check out in one of 4 Book Promos Bette is having over at My Book Place Promos
Here is the schedule!

THE TANGRAM ZOO & WORD PUZZLES TOO! ~ Tuesday, NOV 10
PURE TRASH ~ Tuesday, NOV 17
DOG BONE SOUP ~ Thursday, NOV 19
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Meet Author, James S Martinez another fantastic children’s writer. He also owns the publishing house too at Helping Tales Publishing http://helpingtales.com . . .

Now James has many wonderful kids books to choose from, while they hold your child’s attention with the fun animal characters and vibrant colors and pictures, each one has a little Life Lesson in the Story. Here is more about Helping Tales Publishers and James most resent new book releases. . .

( click books to buy on Amazon )

About James Martinez & Helping Tales:

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.

He is a 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 three books in print, Patches’ Awesome Day,UnMaravillosoDia Con Patches and Diamonds in the Ruff, now 3 more new book releases! 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.

Please visit James over at Helping Tales Publishers New Children’s Books as they will make fantastic holiday gifts for the kids on your readers gift list!
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Rod Ballard, Author and Writer has his first romance novel released. “The Confessions of A True Womanizer” Now available on Amazon. New Release Alert!

(click book to buy on Amazon)

About This New Romance Novel:
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?

Meet Rod Ballard Writer and New Author:
Rod is an author that is a native of South Carolina. Just a few years ago in 2012, he started writing stories and decided that 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. And why not here on About.me!

Rod is committed to health & fitness to live a positive life. It is his personal belief that the way you take care of yourself 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. Rod Ballard’s future aspirations are to be a best-selling author and to see his works on movie screens.
Follow Rod on Instagram! @rod_writer

Now Rod does not let grass grow under his feet, as he has been busy with writing his next novel and has been busy with Guest Author interviews and Shows! Rod recently 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 find that show on Youtube.com under “Author Rod Ballard on The Logan Power Show.” (see link below). . .
Rod has also been featured on plenty of Blog Talk Radio Shows—so he is no stranger to interviews. He welcomes them!
So email him today if you’d like him to be a guest on your show or book blog! rod.ballard@yahoo.com
Link to The Logan Show: https://youtu.be/O9nlj5awcyU
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I hope you enjoyed reading about all the author and book news of all our Fine Authors! If you explore our earlier posts listed, you can learn see and learn about all our authors on their Author Spotlights “-)
HAPPY READING All!

“Lyon Book Promotions by Author Catherine Lyon”

Author, Vinnie Sorce Is At It Again! A Fabulous New Author Interview By Kev Cooper …

October 6, 2015October 6, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, Posts Amazon, Book Promotions, Guest Authors, Indie Authors, Jersey Justice, Kev Cooper, Kev's Domain, New Book Release, Showcase, Vinnie Sorce, Writers

Hello and Welcome Readers and Friends,

( Author, Vinnie Sorce and his new book, Jersey Justice )

One of my favorite book websites to visit is my UK buddy, Mr. Kevin Cooper called, “Kev’s Domain ~ Kev’s Great Indie Authors.”

It is a great place for both authors and readers and has a fresh new look to his site. He showcases indie authors, new books, book reviews and more. And being an author himself, he does a wonderful job in presenting many authors and their books and novels on his website.

Now you are wondering why I would give some love to another book promoter? Well, I have known Kevin a long time, and he did my book and author showcase a few years back when my first book came out. AND? Trust me, there are plenty of new indie authors looking for help to promote their books to go around. I recommend many of my book clients and readers to visit Kev’s site.

KEV’S GREAT INDIE AUTHORS ~ ~ Supporting Indie Authors Worldwide .. .. ..

Author, Kevin Cooper

Kevin Cooper was born in Hull, East Yorkshire, England in 1963.
He moved to the USA in 1985 when he was 21 years old. He graduated with a BA in Psychology from Asbury College in Kentucky with recognition on the Dean’s List. He continued his studies at the Grand Canyon University in Arizona, where he obtained a Research Fellowship and graduated with a M.Ed with a strong focus on writing and grammar.

While in America, Kevin has been a College Lecturer of General Studies, a Manager for The Hertz Corporation, who acknowledged him with awards of recognition for his service and dedication to the company, a Substitute Teacher, and a Private Tutor. He now resides in England and is an established Author of several works. Kevin founded Kev’s Author Interviews and Author of the Month to help promote fellow authors worldwide through his website and across the social media networks.

“As an author, I know how difficult it is to market a book and get the exposure that is needed to make sales. This is why, in addition to writing and promoting my books, I also do whatever I can to help other authors within my community.”
Visit Kev’s Amazon Author page to learn more about him and his big selection of books he has published.
http://www.amazon.com/Kevin-Cooper/e/B00EWFEYKQ/

Kev’s Author Interviews & Guest Authors with its Author of the Month feature have become increasingly popular over the past year or so and have a huge show of support from my community. To apply simple visit the page in the menu.

So if you’re an author, go on over and check out all that Kevin does to help you promote your books! Now here is the fabulous “Guest Author Interview by Kev of Author, Vinnie Sorce, and his new book release “Jersey Justice.”

Great Indie Authors, Presents, … Author, Vinnie Sorce

of Chino Valley, Arizona

A Short Bio

Vinnie Sorce is an award-winning* author debuting his first book, Jersey Justice.

He’s been a writer for over ten years, selling articles and short stories along with blogging.

He grew up in North Jersey and currently lives in Arizona with one remaining child that hasn’t escaped yet. He likes to read, watch too much TV, wear his heart on his sleeve, and over examine situations that haven’t occurred yet.

Oh, and he eventually wants to save the world. No super powers are making that a difficult job, though.

*Now, when I say award-winning, I mean an award I made up and gave to myself. It was a beautiful ceremony. I cried.
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Kev: What is your latest book about?

It’s about a bullied youth who grows up to help people who can’t help themselves. His life is complicated by his off the wall sister, and his best childhood friend, Marci, who is slowly becoming his lover.

Kev: Who or what influenced you to write it?

Janet Evanovich and her Stephanie plum series was my influence. I grew up in North Jersey and loved the idea of having it set in such a familiar place.

Kev: Did you do any specialised research for your story?

Nope. Since the location was so familiar that was easy, and it’s fiction, so I improvised everything else!

Kev: What challenges did you face while writing the story?

The absolute biggest challenge was finding the time to write. A full-time job, and three kids make that difficult.

Kev: Who is the protagonist?

Jimmy Vincent is my main man. I came up with his name and the title, Jersey Justice, first.

Kev: What would you say is the protagonist’s greatest weakness or obstacle and why?

His biggest weakness is his want to save the world and knowing he can’t do that.

Kev: What would you say is the main antagonist’s greatest strength?

He doesn’t realize it, but his greatest strengths are the people (characters) around him.

Kev: Could you provide a short passage from your book to give us a taster?

“What the hell did you do?” he asked in dismay, hand to his head and covered in blood.

“I fought back,” was all I said calmly with a smile as I walked away, tucking the pistol into my jacket pocket. From now on, it would always be with me. This was a message to the scum of the world. From now on, it would be different.

Kev: Do you use some kind of formula when you write?

Not even a little bit. I just sit and write and it comes tumbling out. . . .

Kev: Preference for writing: Day or Night?

Not so much a preference as necessity. I write at night after work and after dinner.

Kev: What is your editing process?

When I have no juice left I start rereading what I already have and go from there.

Kev: Who creates your book covers?

I have a marketing friend who created this cover.

Kev: How do you promote your work?

Facebook, twitter, LinkedIn I also just hired a promoter who is getting me and the book out there.

Kev: What advice would you offer to new authors?

Don’t give up is the biggest advice I could give. Just keep writing and submitting, or go ahead and self-publish.

Kev: Which two social media platforms do you use the most and why?(Include links)

Twitter and Facebook are the two I use the most. I guess because I understand them, and am the most familiar with them.

https://twitter.com/vinniesorce

https://www.facebook.com/Vinnie.sorce.author

Kev: Do you have a website?

https://vinster82.wordpress.com/628-2/

Kev: Is there anything else you would like to add?

I am currently 80 pages into the sequel, Jersey Jezebel. Look for it soon!

Vinnie sorce, everyone!

(Authors who would like to be interviewed on Kev’s website can visit here:
Kev’s Author Interview & Contact Page ) And check out all him promoting services too!

Happy Reading! ~ Lyon Book & Social Media Promotions . . .

Come Meet The Men. Fine Authors I Have The Honor of Book Promoting For…

September 30, 2015September 30, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, New Book & Author Press Release Action, Amazon, Andrew Branham, Books, Crime, Memoir, Men Authors, Novel Series, Reading, Vinnie Sorce, Wayne Andrewartha, Writers

Hello and Welcome Readers & Friends,

Now since I spotlighted the women authors of who I have the honor of promoting a week ago? I thought it was time to make my GUYS shine and spotlight the fine men I have the honor of book promoting for!

My first fantastic writer and author is a prolific crime novelist with a brand new series release, and a 2 book current novel series that has received fabulous reviews! Please meet Novelist, Wayne Andrewartha .. ..
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( Author Wayne Andrewartha )

About The Author:
Author, Wayne Andrewartha is an accountant by day, and a fiction crime writer by night, and lives in Auckland, New Zealand.

Since he was a small boy, he has always wanted to write books. His love of travelling 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 48 short stories, which will be published later this year.

Wayne enjoys reading good books, gardening, and ten pin bowling. He enjoys watching sports like rugby, motor sports, and football.

( Click to Purchase on Amazon ~ What Goes Around Book 1 Jake Shaw Private Eye )

About The Novel:
Jake Shaw, ex policeman, now private eye, isn’t too fussy about the kind of cases he handles. His cash flow won’t permit him that luxury. Hung over and lucky to be alive after an unsuccessful drive-by shooting, Jake receives an urgent call from an old client asking for his help. His wife has been kidnapped, and the kidnappers have threatened to kill her if he doesn’t do exactly as they say.

They haven’t told the client what they want from him, and Jake presumes it’s the usual ransom demand for money. He undertakes to negotiate based on his assumption – pay the money and get the wife back alive.

But the kidnappers have a unique request, which takes Jake by surprise. What is even more frustrating is that his client has lied to him, placing him in a life and death struggle to survive.

As things start to unravel, Jake wonders if this assignment’s linked to a previous case – one where the horrific end result kept him awake for months on end?
And who is this mystery man who keeps stalking Jake?
How does he fit into the puzzle? .. .. . Wayne’s crime novels will keep you guessing!
Wayne’s other novel series books 1 & 2.

(Click to purchase on Amazon)

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My next fantastic writer of actions and thrills? And his book is a brand new release. Meet Author, Vinnie Sorce.

( Author Vinnie Sorce)

About The Author:
Author, Vinnie Sorce has released his action packed debut book titled, “Jersey Justice”. . .
And he is, The Real Jedi Master …

Vinnie Sorce, the prolific writer and author debuts his first book titled’; Jersey Justice.
It is an action packed thriller receiving rave reviews right here on Amazon.

He’s been writing now for over ten years, selling articles and short stories along with blogging. This man mystery, author and writer calls Chino Valley, Arizona home, but he grew up and raised in Jersey.

He enjoys spending time with his kids, and has one left still in the nest. Vinnie has worn many employment hats in his day, as he has been a Banker, IT Webmaster, and even an EMT.
He has also taken college courses in accounting.

Product Details
(click to purchase on Amazon)

About The Book:
“My name is Jimmy Vincent; I “fix” things.
Some people think I’m in the Mafia; I’m not.
Some people think I’m a hit man; I’m not.
Some people think I’m crazy?
They’re right.”

“I live in Jersey. I was brought up on a strict diet of sarcasm, bullies, and being a disappointment to my father. I help people who can’t help themselves. I’ve turned my bullied past into a one-man private army of retribution for the silent majority, too afraid to speak.”
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That night-I still have nightmares. It happened so quickly, so effortlessly. Walking to our cars in the far parking lot one fall night, we were jumped from behind. Eric hit the pavement quickly with a gash on his head. Blood trickled down his ear and he was dazed. I looked up to see the attackers. One was a large Puerto Rican kid, over six feet tall, who had hit Eric on the head with a piece of pipe. Even in the chilly air, he was wearing only a black muscle t-shirt and jeans. An American flag bandana covered his head and a diamond stud decorated his left ear.

A snake tattoo on his right arm completed the picture. His accomplice was an overweight black man of medium height with no distinguishing features. He wore a Yankees cap and a black leather jacket. His pants were riding low, and his boxers showed in the rear. I didn’t know what kind it was, but a gun of some sort was stuck in his waistband. As they came at me, I just stood there, frozen. I wasn’t terrified like I thought I should be. My breathing was calm and easy, my eyes focused on the six-footer first. I was angry. I was sick and tired of the world being this way for me, and for others like me.
It had finally become time to fight back .. .. .. JERSEY JUSTICE.
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Now my last new writer and author has shared his true story in ‘Memoir’ form, and what a journey he has been on.
Meet my friend, Author Andrew Branham.

(Amelia, Andrew Branham & DJ)
Now that sweet little one is what Andrew’s book is all about. A personal journey he wrote of the adoption process, including the huge obstacles he and DJ had to overcome to start a family and adopt Amelia. As it got titled, “the most difficult adoption in U.S. history” by adoption experts. Here is more about Andrew.

About The Author:
Andrew C. Branham was born in the culturally rich town of Lorain, Ohio – a few miles West of Cleveland and on the shores of Lake Erie. He is the son of two educators and has an older sister that lives in Michigan.

Andrew attended Lorain High School and then proceeded to get his bachelors degree from Bowling Green State University. He majored in environmental science with a minor in business administration. He graduated at the top of his class and earned a cum laude degree.

Upon graduation, Andrew entered the business world working for a major food company. He quickly climbed the corporate ladder and was soon promoted. As his career continued to flourish, he relocated to different cities 12 times (all over the United States).

( click to purchase on Amazon)

About The Book:
“Hit #1 on Amazon’s LGBT Memoirs & Biography section!”

A true story of the challenges endured by two gay men who had the desire to adopt a child.

When Andrew and DJ decided to adopt and bring a child into their lives, little did they know what they were about to endure; yet never did the thought cross their minds to give up. The horrific, pitilessly, and beyond comprehensible hoops one woman would make them jump through demonstrates beyond a shadow of a doubt that little Amelia was going to be much better off in the loving home that Drew and DJ could provide her. Just when you think, how can two people survive such a nightmare and the journey is just about over when little Amelia is born and will be safely in the arms of her loving dads, Sandi decides to pull one more shenanigan that could change their lives forever.

“This Memoir is not just about a gay couple’s desire to adopt. This book is for all couple’s who have the desire to start a family through the adoption system.”

More than 10 million adults have been adopted or fostered in their childhood. Along with spiraling increases in adoptions comes a growing need to disclose the significant flaws in adoption laws that open the doors to fraud, manipulation, and abuse of the system. AMELIA is the first book to explore this dark side of the adoption process through the true story of one couple’s journey through hell. Called “the most difficult adoption in U.S. history” by adoption experts, the book appeals to nearly all families (traditional and non-traditional) interested in adoption, foster parenting, or surrogacy.

An amazing book filled with tips, advice, and eye-opening first-hand accounts, this is one feel-good story that serves an important purpose and fills a critical gap in adoption literature. – D. J. Herda .. ..

A Reader Review by an Anonymous Attorney:
“The best adoption memoir currently on the market. Why is it the best? Because it is 100% transparent and honest. No other book will give you such a candid look at the darker side of adoption. This is a must read for all adoptive or soon to be adoptive families.”
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Now I had just finished Andrew’s book and I myself gave it an Amazon & Barnes and Noble 5 Star Book Reviews!
So there you go readers. These are just a few of the Fine Men and their books and novels I have the privilege of book promoting for! Please support these wonderful writers and grab a copy of their new releases today!

HAPPY READING!

Author, Catherine Townsend-Lyon of “Lyon Book Promotions”

Come Meet Some Featured Women Authors On “Lyon Book Promotions”~ Girls Rock!

September 8, 2015September 8, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Featured Guest, Posts Book Clients, Books, Featured Guests, Fine Authors, Girl Authors Rock, Lyob Book Promotions, Writers

Hello and Welcome Readers and Friends,

It has been a long while since I have showcased some current book clients and friends of mine. It is always exciting to meet new authors, and to help them with all their social media and book promoting needs. It is what I enjoy doing, and I love introducing all my clients and author friends to new readers who will enjoy their new books and novels. Now we all know how self-publishing has changed the landscape of book buying for avid readers.

And its the readers who are benefiting the most of this wonderful indie book phenomenon! There are so many new books releasing each day! Many are self-publishing, but there are some wonderful small publishing firms who release awesome books to. But when you self-publish it benefits the writer/author as well. They can write and publish all on their own without expensive publishing costs or without a publisher at all! They enjoy the freedom of owning their book rights, royalties and much more.

So let me introduce you to some wonderful authors, and the best part of my job? I make long-lasting friendships with all my clients. “So Lets Start With The Ladies!”
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Meet Author, A.R. Tirant ~ (Rosie)

Novelist, A. R. Tirant, is the prolific writer and novelist of, “Echoes from the Oasis,” A Beautiful Historical Romance Novel Series available on Amazon and it is now an Amazon Best Seller!

Rosie Tirant-Longhurst, aka A.R. Tirant, was born in the Seychelles in November 1958, the daughter of a policeman and the eldest in a family of four brothers and four sisters. She grew up on the northern coast of Mahe island, in the tiny seaside village of Beau-Vallon. Her working life started in 1975 as a nurse at Mahe’s Victoria Hospital, followed thereafter by a career in the Hotel Industry. She emigrated to England in 1995 and now lives in West Sussex with her husband. She has two grown-up sons and a granddaughter.

Rosie wasn’t born with a pen in her hand, far from it. Life growing up was hard and strict. The home comforts we all now take for granted were but a dream for the young girl whose days were divided between household chores, cooking, cleaning and looking after her young siblings. Water for all the household use had to be carried from a stream, with one hand holding a pail on her head, and the other keeping a second pail from spilling.

Education only happened because it was the one way of getting some rest during the daytime, even if the chores still had to be done by the light of a coconut oil lamp. They were difficult times… times when she would lean against the pillar of the outdoor kitchen waiting for dinner to cook in the large black pots, staring at the tropical skies and marvelling at the diamond beauty of the scattering of stars above, and all the while wishing for a different life…

‘Echoes from the Oasis’ is her debut novel which will be followed by other titles in the same series. Please visit her beautiful website that is also supported by The Chamber of Commerce of The Seychelles Islands, were Rosie was born and raised.
Seychelles Historical Novels ~ A R Tirant

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About Echoes from the Oasis:
In 1814, the war being raged on the seas of the Indian Ocean by the all-powerful Franco-British naval forces trying to dominate the lucrative trade routes to India, had ended with a truce. At the stroke of a pen, far away in the city of Paris, the exotic, tropical islands of the Seychelles became a British colony. Forged from their French descendants and African slave roots, and molded by their new British rulers, a small nation had emerged.

The story of Anna Savy is set in July 1912 on the island of Mahe, she has just turned sixteen. As a passionate young woman, nature-loving, with rebellious energy, wants much more out of life. Her story is set to read the her life journey as love enters and blossoms in her life .. .. .. Now you’ll need to read this New Novel Series to get the rest of the story of, “Echoes from the Oasis” Available on Amazon USA, & Amazon UK and other fine book stores. http://www.amazon.com/Echoes-Oasis-R-Tirant/dp/099280860X
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Meet Maine Author, Bette A Stevens ~ A writer inspired by nature and human nature.

Author, Writer and Illustrator, Bette A Stevens is an Award Winning Author for her children’s book, and gives back to help fight childhood illiteracy. All kids should be taught to read, and Bette has helped them with her children’s books and make it FUN!

More about Bette A Stevens:
Bette is a retired teacher, a wife, mother of two and grandmother of five. Stevens lives in Central Maine with her husband on their 37-acre farmstead where she enjoys writing, gardening, walking and reveling in the beauty of nature. She advocates for children and childhood literacy and for monarch butterflies, an endangered species. Steven’s children’s activity book, THE TANGRAM ZOO and WORD PUZZLES TOO!, was first published in 1997 by Windswept House Publishing, Mt. Desert, ME; a second edition was self-published by the author in 2012.

AMAZING MATILDA , Steven’s second children’s book, self-published in 2012, won a 2013 Purple Dragonfly Book Award (Honorable Mention for Excellence in Children’s Literature – Ages 6 and older category) and placed #9 on The 2013 Gittle List TOP 10for Self-published Children’s Picture Books. Stevens has written articles for ECHOES, The Northern Maine Journal of Rural Culture based in Caribou, Maine. In 2013, the author published her first book for the YA/Adult audience: PURE TRASH: The story, a short story of a boy growing up in rural New England in a family whose poverty and alcoholism mark him as a target for bullying by young and old alike. This short story is a prequel to Steven’s debut novel planned for release in the spring or summer of 2014.
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Bette has several books out. Her 2 newest are, Pure Trash and Dog Bone Soup, A Boomers Journey.
She also has a fabulous writers blog that truly a must visit:Bette’s Fabulous Blog For Writers and Readers
You can learn about all her books. You can also visit her on her Amazon Author Page as well!
Bette’s Amazon Author Bio and Books

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Come Meet Author, Ellie Pulikonda ~ A Fine So. Oregon Writer.

Author, Ellie Pulikonda is the prolific writer of her new debut book titled; Split Second . .
“When do a family’s dark secrets become too dangerous to keep”? Find out in Ellie Pulikonda’s shocking debut novel, “Split Second.” With fantastic Amazon reviews, it is destined to be an Amazon Best Seller!

About Ellie Pulikonda, Writer/Author:
Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, Ellie attended several colleges after high school to obtain her BA in Education, MA in Library Science, and her MS in Adult Education. She is or has been a daughter, wife, mother, widow, partner, single mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She has worked various places, and in different fields such as a law office, a librarian, newspaper article writing, a welfare office, and finally as the director of a public library in Tipton, IN.

“I write for the pure joy of writing . . . At first, it was diaries, journals, and musings; then I graduated to short newspaper articles, some unpublished but staged mystery/comedy plays, scripts for amateur musical productions and now books. My hope is that my readers will enjoy my books and also be prodded to think about the actions and motives of my characters, to question their choices and why they made them, and to see the characters with greater insight.”

Now Ellie also has a wonderful writers blog that you must give a visit to. She has a little blog series she does titled; WORDS on WORDS. . . Ellie Pulikonda’s Writers Blog
And you visit her About.me page too! Ellie Pulikonda on About.me

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About Split Second:
“When do a family’s secrets become too dangerous to keep? Find out in Ellie Pulikonda’s shocking debut novel, Split Second.”

Richard Reynolds, a successful attorney and wannabe politician, has spent years cultivating the perfect image—which includes his trophy wife, Deborah, and talented teenage daughter, Liz.

But Liz threatens to ruin it all after severe depression forces her out of college and back home. After she attempts suicide, Richard rushes her off to a private hospital in hopes that the drama will soon blow over.
Run by Nick Jensen, the hospital seems to be exactly what Liz needs. But soon Nick uncovers some disquieting facts, like the fact that Liz’s depression arose at the exact same time that a classmate was presumed murdered. Liz’s uncanny knowledge of the crime’s details only deepens Nick’s unease.

As Liz attempts to heal, her parents’ marriage begins to crack in light of mutually held secrets coming to the surface. What is the Reynolds family hiding?
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So there you go readers. These are just a few of The Ladies here on “Lyon Book Promotions” and very soon? Will have all The Guys here on my Book Promotions blog and my Author Friends next. If you are an author needing help promoting your fantastic books, than check out my “Book Promo Plans & Packages” page here. I know How and Where you need to be to get your books noticed by Readers who will enjoy reading them! .. .. ..

It Is Book Review Extravaganza Day at “Lyon Book Promotions!”

April 12, 2015April 12, 2015 Catherine Lyon Author/Writer Book Review Post, New Book & Author Press Release Authors, Best Sellers, By Lyon Book Promotions, Christine Campbell, D.J. Burr, Ellie Pulikonda, New Books Read & Reviewed, Rachelle Du Bois, Writers

Hello Friends, Readers and Welcome All,

So I had gotten a wee bit behind in my reading, as I has a few new book promo clients just sign up for my book & social media services. I just finished reading 3 new fabulous books, and listened to a new fantastic poetry CD by some new writers that I think you as readers will really enjoy. So I thought I would do something a little different, and share a little review of each book I have just read. I will still have them up on my Book Reviews page, but they were all so good I thought I’d share them here first.
So here we GO!
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#1 By, Author, D. J. Burr ~ “I Just Wanted Love: Recovery of a Co-dependent, Sex, Love Addict”

Dec 31, 2014

by D.J. Burr

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Book Blurb:

D.J. Burr is a man on a mission; successful business owner, highly respected psychotherapists and survivor of a dysfunctional life. At a young age, all he wanted was to be loved, but instead found himself targeted by a sexual predator. D.J. slipped into a life of addiction and clawed his way through broken relationships and seedy sex clubs–looking for love in all the wrong places. D.J. will take readers on a roller coaster of emotions as he details his search for grace and love.
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My Book Review: 5 Stars!
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A Hearts Journey of Recovery, . . . What an excellent read. Being brave to share ones story in a way that those in recovery or not can understand, learn, and have compassion is exactly what this Author was able to accomplish with his book. Being in recovery over 8 1/2 years myself, I know the struggles we go through to recover. And also being a recovery writer and author myself, I know how difficult it is to write what many of us go through with any addiction, let alone a sex addiction and more. And a man sharing his story is not your usual find.

Reading D.J.’s story has touched me deeply. I to could relate to family and friends who turn away, and even though our addictions are different, I to spent years just looking to be loved unconditionally, and had many bad relationships, forced ones, ones with men who mistreated me, just because I wanted SOMEONE, ANYONE in my life. But then having that intense need for sex, and thinking it will fill those empty holes in our lives must have been hard to go through. Let alone the health risks as well.

Many 12 Step Recovery Programs tell us we can recover without having to know the WHY’S of us turning to addiction in the first place. Well, this book proves that many of us do find the underlying issues, and past childhood trauma and being raised like I was in a dysfunctional life can effect many of us. Just an exceptional read! I’m patiently waiting for BOOK 2!
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#2 by Author, Rachelle Du Bois ~ “Eve Vermont, Oak Series, Book 1”

Eve Vermont: Oak Series Book 1

by Rachelle du Bois

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My Review: 5 Stars: A Delightful & Interesting Romance Read!
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If you enjoy a good romance read? Then this book by Author, Rachelle Du Bois ~ Eve Vermont, Oak Series book 1 is a Must Read! The story was beautifully written, characters well performed in prose, and even though this is a work of fiction, I could feel for Eve when overcoming tragedy. Not very many fiction books can do that. Many of us like Eve feel we have no hope or future at times in our own life journey.But when love gets involved, hopeless or not, love will Triumph over Tragedy!
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Just a wonderful romance read. Rachelle brought Eve’s story to light, and the characters in this story line. Love can triumph if you keep your heart open.

#3 By Author, Christine Campbell on Smashwords ~ “With Vigilance A Women in long-term Recovery.”
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http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/442608

Book Blurb:

You are invited to read my memoirs, With Vigilance, a woman of long-term recovery. Someone told me my story is the key that can unlock someone else’s prison. The slow, painful path back to becoming a functioning member of society, seeking employment, unlearning many messages, took much time, and many stumbles. The gifts and promises are shared along the way as well. I take an honest look at the low bottom of using, the many rehabs, the total lack of family support, and the celebrated 22 years of recovery while finishing my Master degree, Previous books on addiction glamorize and dwell mostly on the insanity of addiction and alcoholism. Freedom from the bondage of self takes time, patience and willingness. Long term sobriety takes work, doing what your told, especially when you don’t understand why.

My Review ~ 5 Stars!

WOW!
What a story and life of addiction and triumph in recovery! I could so relate to Christine, her raw honest look into ones life after such damage and devastation, her story and inspirational recovery journey is going to ‘touch and save’ many lives.

It can be difficult to write about ones bad life choices we make within our disease, but Christine has proved sharing her own story, that no matter how “Hopeless” we can be within addictions? We can Recover if your willing to do the work, as I call it, . . “The inside Job” within ourselves to fix, change, and make amends to others, but importantly to yourself.

I would highly recommend this book for all to read, not just those in recovery, but for non-recovery people as well. They will get the understanding of how hard it is to recover. Especially when we have no family who don’t support us. I was very inspired by this book. . . .Great Job and well written Christine!

#4 By, Author Ellie Pulikonda ~ “Split Second”
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Book Blurb:

When do a family’s secrets become too dangerous to keep? Find out in Ellie Pulikonda’s shocking debut novel, Split Second.Richard Reynolds, a successful attorney and wannabe politician, has spent years cultivating the perfect image—which includes his trophy wife, Deborah, and talented teenage daughter, Liz.But Liz threatens to ruin it all after severe depression forces her out of college and back home. After she attempts suicide, Richard rushes her off to a private hospital in hopes that the drama will soon blow over.
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Run by Nick Jensen, the hospital seems to be exactly what Liz needs. But soon Nick uncovers some disquieting facts, like the fact that Liz’s depression arose at the exact same time that a classmate was presumed murdered. Liz’s uncanny knowledge of the crime’s details only deepens Nick’s unease.As Liz attempts to heal, her parents’ marriage begins to crack in light of mutually held secrets coming to the surface. What is the Reynolds family hiding?

My Book Review ~ 5 Stars!

For a first time Author, Ellie has come out of the literary gates with a fantastic family mystery/psychological thriller! Most times as you follow a storyline closely, your able to figure the “Who Done IT,” but not this read, which holds your attention from the first page to the last!

The plot and the characters are well written into a family drama that looks at many issues including mental illness. Something I battle myself. So the storyline was relatable and powerful. I found Ellie’s writing style very unique for a mystery writer, an exceptional read for those who enjoy this genre. I highly recommend Split Second to all readers! Another 5 Star Read . . .

So there you have it. My last 4 new books I have read and my fabulous reviews for each. Even though I am a Book & Social Media Promoter? I’m still a lover of good reads too! I hope you grab a copy of each of these fantastic reads by Fabulous Authors!

Until Next Time Readers!

Author, Catherine Townsend-Lyon of “Lyon Book Promotions :-)