Category: Crescent Moon Press

The Next Big Thing Blog Hop!

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Aaron Eckhart, Anna Dressed in Blood, Crescent Moon Press, Deborah Ann Woll, Kendare Blake, Next Big Thing Blog Hop, The Grave Winner

Mysti Parker has tagged me in the Next Big Thing Blog Hop. Thank you, Mysti! I will answer ten questions about my book, and then tag five other authors for next week.

Here are the ten questions and answers:

1. What is the title of your book?
The Grave Winner

2. Where did the idea come from for the book?
The title came to me when I was writing another book. I thought it sounded strange, since why would anyone win a grave? My mind started whirring, I started writing, and I eventually found out the answer. Hint – it’s not a good thing to win a grave.

3. What genre does your book fall under?
YA paranormal fantasy romance

4. Which actors would you choose to play your characters in a movie rendition?
Aaron Eckhart would play my main character’s dad. Deborah Ann Woll would play Gretchen who’s one of the baddies, but we only see her picture in this book. As far as the other characters? I have no idea. I don’t know of anyone else who resembles my other characters.

5. What is a one-sentence synopsis of your book?
Leigh Baxton is terrified her mom will come back from the dead — just like the prom queen did.

6. Will your book be self-published or represented by an agency?
It will be published by a boutique publisher called Crescent Moon Press.

7. How long did it take you to write the first draft of your manuscript?
About four months. Then I rewrote a few parts, polished, and scrubbed for another nineteen months. It was so messy!

8. What other books would you compare this story to within your genre?
Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake.

9. Who or what inspired you to write this book?
Lots of people, but mostly my critique partners. Their enthusiasm kept me motivated!

10. What else about your book might pique the reader’s interest?
A strong heroine, twists and turns, and enough chills to keep you awake at night!

Tag! The following five people are IT!
1. Liz Grace Davis
2. Trish
3. Tania F. Walsh
4. Rachel McClellan
5. Jamie Ayres

Pet the Cover: Violet Midnight by Lynn Rush

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Crescent Moon Press, Lynn Rush, Pet the Cover, Violet Midnight

Check this cover out! Sooo pretty! Here’s the blurb:

Let the Hunt begin…

Blending in with her college co-eds proves difficult for vampire Hunter, Emma Martin, considering the mystical tattoo on her wrist glows whenever Vamps are near. And after three months of silence, the glow is back with a vengeance.

Jake Cunningham witnesses Emma, a violet-eyed beauty, using unimaginable powers to fight off a fanged creature. Finally, after two years of searching, he may have found out what he’s become—a Hunter, like Emma.

Thankful for an ally in the fight against the Vamps, Emma finds hope and comfort in Jake’s arms. As she learns more about her new love’s family and its dark heritage, she may be forced not only to hunt them but to sacrifice her life to save Jake’s soul.
 
Release Date: October 15th, 2012
Here is the book trailer by the amazing  Rachel Firasek: http://youtu.be/obt-pEKwxT4
 



Add Violet Midnight to your Goodreads list
 

 
***A portion of all proceeds donated to American Cancer Society***
 

Pet the Cover: Caden’s Fate

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Caden's Fate, Crescent Moon Press, Kate McKeever, Pet the Cover
 
 
Umm, I think there’s someone behind you, lady! Seriously though, this cover is rockin’. Here’s the blurb:
 
Fate Halligan is a Death Maiden, a woman who has spent her life training to help souls journey from life to the next level of existence. She finds this vocation at risk when her life is threatened and she must turn to a man she has been taught to view with caution. Caden Greene is a Soldier of Light, a man who will risk his life and more to save dying souls from being stolen and used for evil by the Obsidian Guard. When Caden and Fate join forces they must make decisions about their lives and the future of the very world they have loyally served.
 
Coming soon from Crescent Moon Press.

Happy Book Birthday to Karma Bites!

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Book Birthday, Crescent Moon Press, Karma Bites, Nyrae Dawn
Karma Bites
Whoever said, “parents are always right” really should have thought that one through. After all, my mom believes in vampires. Go figure.
All Abigail Thompson ever wanted was to be considered normal. Instead, she ended up a loner with a vampire–obsessed mom and a stamp labeling her the resident freak of Karma, California.
When bad boy Caleb Evans saves Abby from a mean girl attack straight out of a “B” movie, Abby’s own karma starts to improve. Maybe “normal” could become her way of life, after all. But Caleb isn’t the only boy to notice her. Once newcomer Gabriel Chambers becomes Abby’s new best friend, she finds herself trapped between two boys, both holding secrets. And when Abby learns sometimes things really do go bump in the night, she discovers one of those secrets could just get her killed.

Happy Book Birthday to Practically Dreaming & Not Your Average Fairy Tale

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Book Birthday, Chantele Sedgwick, Crescent Moon Press, Jennifer Wells, Not Your Average Fairy Tale, Practically Dreaming

Jennifer Wells and Chantele Sedgwick are celebrating their book birthdays! Here are the covers and the blurbs:
Practically Dreaming

In a Zodiac-based world, finding a mate is easy. Falling in love is the hard part.
Astrology influences almost everything, from career choice to where people live. Even romantic matches are based solely on astrological compatibility and determined by the infallible Council of Venus.
Animal psychic Tierra has every reason to trust the Council—save one. Her match with fellow Virgo, Evander, works better on paper than in person. But she stubbornly hangs on, believing their relationship will grow and develop, all the while trying to rationalize her feelings for Lachlan.
Veterinarian and Reiki master, Lachlan, hides a secret, which has kept him single for more than two years. This Pisces dreams of a happily ever after with Tierra, but believes it’s impossible for him.
Tierra and Lachlan must confront their doubts, differences, and society’s belief in the Council. Will they defy the odds and choose each other? Does astrological certainty eclipse the chance to fall in love?

Not Your Average Fairy Tale

Armed with wings and a blue wand, being a fairy godmother should be easy … unless your name is Ash, and you’re a dude.
Ash Summerland has it all–good looks, popularity, and the best grades at The Academy of Magical Beings. Ready to complete his last assignment in order to graduate, Ash is confident he will get the apprenticeship he wants. When he opens the letter from the Council, he is shocked to discover he has been assigned to apprentice Lady Shenelle, Keeper of Happy Endings. A.K.A. the head fairy godmother. Ash is forced to grant three wishes to a troubled human girl named Kendall, and ultimately give her a “happy ever after”. But Kendall turns out to be more than he bargained for. Still grieving over her father’s death, she doesn’t want anything to do with Ash. And worst of all, she doesn’t believe in happy endings.
Both these books sound amazing!

Stealing Breath: A Full Moon Extravaganza!

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Crescent Moon Press, Full Moon, Joanne Brothwell, Stealing Breath

My Crescent Moon Press sister, Joanne Brothwell, is celebrating the official launch of her book series Stealing Breath in a big, BIG way. And she’s giving away freebies for everyone!

She has set a crazy ambitious goal for herself and her book, Stealing Breath. On the full moon, August 2nd, she is hoping to reach the #1 Amazon.com Bestseller, and she would love for you to help.

With her book’s original foklore and unique paranormal elements, the Stealing Breath series thrills and entertains. “I loved the Native American folklore that was woven throughout this story. The legends of the Skinwalkers and of the dark magic was hauntingly intriguing and I was sucked in right away.” –Paranormal Wasteland Reviews

But first, people need to know about her book. That’s why she needs your help.

I’m hoping that you will be a supporter of Joanne’s authorial endeavours, and on the Full Moon, August 2nd, you will purchase Stealing Breath ($7.99 Kindle, $14.99 Paperback) from Amazon.com.

In thanks for your efforts, Joanne will also be giving away the following freebies:  free e-book of the prequel novella, Vicarious (published by Crescent Moon Press), plus Skinwalker Lore (explanation of the Navajo legends), The Indigo Children (a guidebook to the New Age concept), and Malandanti Incantations from the Key of Solomon (a Malandanti spellbook). These freebies will be immediately sent with proof of purchase through her website Contact Form: http://www.joannebrothwell.com/contact.html

You will get four free reads, plus you’ll be introduced to a great new book, which people are raving about, Joanne’s book goes to #1 on Amazon.
Stealing Breath is perfect for anyone who loved Twilight, but with no sparkly vampires! It’s a perfect gift for Birthdays, Mother’s Day, or Christmas, for anyone 16 years old and up.

On August 2nd, the New Moon, let’s help make Joanne’s dream come true, and blast an Indie author right to the top of Amazon’s charts. Remember, for this crazy goal to be reached, purchases must be all on the same day, August 2nd, otherwise, the book will not go Bestseller.

So click on the link below and grab yourself a copy of Stealing Breath right now:

Kindle version:

Paperback version:

Thank you!

Here’s what people are saying about Stealing Breath:

“I particularly enjoyed the many scenes that held me entranced in their gothic eeriness. That creepiness was entwined masterfully within the descriptive passages.”

  -Night Owl Reviews

“STEALING BREATH stole mine! Compulsive, scary suspense balanced with

a tender love story.”

 -Mary Balogh, New York Times Bestselling Author

“This is actually only the second story I’ve read that had Skinwalkers as the supernatural element, so it’s a new and interesting element to use. I love the use of folklore in Stealing Breath. It gives a richness to the story and gives us some insight into the Native American and Italian cultures.”

-Zodiac Book Reviews

“I liked the character development, the fresh elements of the supernatural and Ms. Brothwell’s easily read style. She has one of those voices that reads like someone is talking or even like a movie. Highly palatable and I’m curious if there will be more from this author.”

-HK Savage, author/publisher Staccato Publishing

“This was an amazing story! I loved every page. One thing that drew me in was how Ms. Brothwell was just so descriptive. She has a beautiful writing style, very impressive.”

-For the Love of Film and Novels

My Creative Juices Have Turned to Sludge

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Crescent Moon Press, Writer's Block, Writing

My brain and I aren’t getting along so well anymore. Does someone know where I can get electroshock treatment? I don’t even know if that will help. So remember how ecstatic I was when I signed with Crescent Moon Press? Don’t get me wrong – I’m still crazy happy about that!

Me, after I signed with CMP.

Now the pressure is on though. I wrote a book, and someone liked it! Hurray! But this book is the first in a series, and the rest should be equally good, if not better, so my brain tells me. *gulp* What? Equally good if not better? Excuse me while I go curl up in a ball and count the strange spots on the ceiling for the next five years. Nobody told me the rest of the series has to be equally good if not better OR ELSE, but my brain thinks that’s what I need to do.

So I started writing book two. My goal was to finish the first draft over the summer since I have time then. I’m maybe halfway through, which isn’t too bad considering it’s only July 10th. But so far the story is just a bunch of scenes. Nothing threads through it to tie it up in a nice, cohesive whole. There aren’t many twists (yet), but in book one, there were twists coming at you from every direction. I think the problem is I don’t have the story plotted out well enough, but the other problem is I can’t think of a plot! Yikes! I know exactly how the story begins. I know exactly how the story will end. It’s all that stuff in the middle that’s killing me.

Yeah, there are things I can do to get the old creative juices flowing again, like:

1. Take a break – I’ve done this. It didn’t work.
2. Read a good book – I’m doing this. It’s not working.
3. Watch a movie – I watch movies all the time. It’s not working.
4. Write something else – I don’t have any ideas for anything else! There was a contest for novellas I thought about entering, but my brain couldn’t pump out any ideas.
5. Go to the store and read some greeting cards – This is stupid. I’m not going to do this. This was actually a tip I found on the internet for writer’s block. No foolin’.

Does anyone have any other tips?

Oh, and my series is a dark and scary YA (think zombies, ghosts, possession, witches, etc), so if you have any horrorific ideas you’d like to toss my way, I will catch them and give you a big virtual hug!

Let’s All Pet the Demons of the Sun Cover!

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Cindi Madsen, Crescent Moon Press, Demons of the Sun, Pet the Cover

Cindi Madsen’s Demons of the Sun cover has recently been revealed for all to pet and admire. Isn’t it pretty?! It was designed by Taria Reed. The book comes out in August!

Soul Reborn Anniversary Celebration

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in Crescent Moon Press, Jean Murray, Soul Reborn

Join author Jean Murray in celebrating her 1-Year Anniversary of Soul Reborn, her debut paranormal romance novel.

Soul Reborn

To celebrate, Soul Reborn  from Crescent Moon Press is on sale for $0.99 (original price $6.99) at All Romance eBooks for a limited time only (July 1-15, 2012).

Blurb:

THE HUMAN REALM, HIS BATTLEFIELD.

Asar, the Egyptian God of the Underworld, has been tortured and left soulless by a malevolent goddess, relegating him to consume the very thing he was commissioned to protect. Human souls.

DEADLY SECRETS BETTER LEFT UNEARTHED.

Lilly, fearless commander of the Nehebkau huntresses, is the only things standing in the way of the goddess’ undead army unleashing hell on earth.

Now an empty shell of hatred, Asar vows to kill the goddess and anyone involved in her release, but fate crosses his path with a beautiful blonde huntress who has a soul too sweet to ignore. But Lilly has a secret—one she is willing to sell her soul to keep. If the Underworld god discovers her role in the dig that released the goddess, she will lose everything, including his heart.

Grab your copy today!

Happy (Late) Book Birthday to A Shadow of Time!

by Lindsey Loucks, posted in A Shadow of Time, Book Birthday, Crescent Moon Press, Louann Carroll
A Shadow of Time

A Shadow of Time, written by my Crescent Moon Press sister Louann Carroll, has been born! Here’s the blurb:

Kellyn O’Brien strives to create the perfect family. Then, disaster strikes. Her husband is dead. Three weeks later, she discovers her son is heir to Shadow Ley, a nineteenth century estate nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
Reeling from Michael’s death, Kellyn moves to Shadow Ley. Soon, the ordinary becomes the extraordinary: broken drinking glasses repair themselves, stair rails that were once old are now new, and suddenly the estate of Shadow Ley is not what it seems.
She turns to the local historian and learns of Sha’ na ho bet, the angry fire god, bound forever to Earth. Native Americans tell her about Coyote, the Trickster who creates chaos out of order. Then the dreams begin with windows into past lives, hints of multidimensionality, and the promise of life beyond death.
Legends abound and so Shadow Ley, the home Kellyn had hoped would bring peace to herself and her children, becomes mired first in doubt, then in terror, and finally in love eternal.
Go forth and read this book!