MY FAVORITE 10 BOOKS I'VE READ IN 2014

MY FAVORITE 10 BOOKS I'VE READ IN 2014

 

Well the year is rapidly approaching an end and as I look forward to some free time over the holidays, I'm taking a look back at some of the books I've read this year. Many of them have been out for some time and some are new releases. Either way, I'd like to share with you my top 10 favorite books I've read this year in no particular order.

1. BORN TO DIE by Lisa Jackson-  A mystery/thriller with elements of romance and look-alikes being murdered at a rapid pace Read this novel.

2. THE ARRANGEMENT (THE RUSSIAN GUNS) by Bethany-Kris- Looking for a hot mob boss who runs his territory with an iron fist and red hot romance? Read this novel, the first in a 3 book series.

3. TWICE KISSED by Lisa Jackson- Another romantic mystery/thriller featuring sisters living vastly different lives with murder and disappearances.

4. BLINDFOLDED INNOCENCE by Alessandra Torre- Hot sex? A playboy hot shot lawyer and a young innocent intern. Oh yeah. Read this.

5. ANOTHER WOMAN'S MAN by Shelly Ellis- Successful woman with a past. Long lost father and spoiled half sister. Add in an attraction to sister's man and you have all the makings of a world class triangle. Meet the newest Gibbons girl.

6. IT AIN'T EASY BEING JAZZY by Quanie Miller- Looking for a romantic comedy that will keep you laughing? Interested in characters so like your own crazy family? You need to check out this novel.

7. THE BLOOD OF OLYMPUS by Rick Riordan- The last in the Heroes of Olympus series. Young demi-gods coming into their own. A battle it looks like can't be won. An exciting conclusion to a fantastic series.

8. RUTHLESS PEOPLE by J.J. McAvoy- A female mob boss who is the baddest to ever walk the Earth and an Irish boss who has finally met his match. Hot sex, violence and ruthlessness. Read this one.

9. BLOOD CHAINED by Eden Ashley- A new take on the siren myth, a complete fantasy world unlike anything you've ever read. Blood Chained is the third in the Dark Siren series. Check out Dark Siren and Banewolf to get caught up on the events unfolding in Blood Chained.

10. WHAT LIES BENEATH THE SURFACE by Perri Forrest- The second in the Pandora's Box series following the adventures of Private Investigator Brooklyn Kellog and her staff as they catch cheaters in their absolute worst.

And there's my list. What are some of your favorite novels you've read this year?

 

 



WHAT'S WRONG WITH A LITTLE SUPPORT?

WHAT'S WRONG WITH A LITTLE SUPPORT?

 

 

  Ever since I started my journey into the wonderful world of writing, I've been amazed at the some of the wonderful people I've met along the way. When I decided that I wanted to be serious about pursuing a writing career, it was the first time in my life that I seemed to actually meet likeminded people like myself. It was amazing to discover that I am not alone in the universe like I sometimes tend to think I am. I've even made some new friends. But with every rose, there are thorns. One of the things I'm noticing is that many times support in the writing world is not reciprocated.

   Maybe about a month or two ago I decided that I was going to tweet the links to books that were out or coming out by other authors I follow. Many of them are indie authors. So I thought a tweet doesn't hurt anyone. So I spent about half an hour finding the links to their books on Amazon and individually tagging the authors and tweeting their links. So a few said thank you. I appreciate that, but the only authors who returned the favor were authors I've already built a pretty good relationship with. I admit. I was a little pissed off.

    I feel like this, if I take the time out of my day to show support for your novel which many times I haven't even read yet, as a courtesy you should be willing to do the same for me. I re-tweet things all the time on Twitter. Much of the time it is other author's stuff. I have no problem showing support. It's much needed, especially because sometimes this writing journey can be a lonely one. So don't be stingy with the re-tweets. Even though you may not be a particular fan of another's work, maybe some of your followers will be. By a simple re-tweet you possibly could've helped a fellow author get a sell they may not have gotten.

   I have discovered some really great authors, just from someone else re-tweeting the links for their books. Among them @Eden_byNite @PerriForrest @KseniaAnske @EllisRomance. A re-tweet never hurt anyone. I firmly believe that if I'm not willing to embrace those that are out here on this path with me and help in anyway I know how I might not be so blessed with my own works, but that's just me.

   I know some will say that it's not their job to support another author. They have their own stuff to do. They're right. It's not your "job" to support another writer. But if you're strolling down your timeline and see something it's not going to kill you to re-tweet it. After all you're going to want someone else to show you that same courtesy. (Use discretion though. Nothing is more annoying than a stream of constant of re-tweets though.)

   So I hope I've given you something to ponder the next time you're scrolling through your timeline. Just remember The Golden Rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.