Day 17 #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

Today we're featuring one of the blogs in this event.

Blog: Uniquely Maladjusted But Fun

Uniquely Maladjusted But Fun is a personal #blog about coffee, books, political views, chronic illness, weddings and whatever - run by @PenMinion

— AtoZChallenge (@AprilA2Z) February 14, 2019

Does your blog support diverse books?
The diverse book movement recognizes all diverse experiences, including (but not limited to) LGBTQIA, Native, people of color, gender diversity, people with disabilities, and ethnic, cultural, and religious minorities. https://diversebooks.org
Yes!

Are you willing to include debut authors?

Yes! Though this blog doesn't do many book posts.

And yet you volunteered to help out during this event?

Yeah. I know two of the authors in it. You and JR. So it wasn't like I was going to say no and miss the fun.

Why do you take part in the A to Z Challenge?

I take part in the A to Z Challenge because it gives my blog some focus, it's a fun event to take part in, and... oh right, I'm friends with two of the team members.

Why did you start blogging?

I started blogging because I wanted an online outlet that wasn't just social media. A place that was more for me.

What goal do you or your blog hope to accomplish this year?

Two of my fellow writers and I started writing a book together. I hope we can finish it this year because it's such a fun project.

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

A great cover gets me to pick it up, and reading the back and first few pages help me decide if I'll buy it. A sale price or a suggestion from a friend are also big influences.

Find this blogger at:

http://uniquelymaladjustedbutfun.blogspot.com
@PenMinion
https://www.facebook.com/Pumpkin31415/ Pumpkin Pi, get it?😄🎃ℼ
https://www.instagram.com/jamie.writer/
https://www.pinterest.com/JamieWriter7/
Amazon reviewer profile
Goodreads

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https://www.literaryau.com

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Final Week #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

Today's featured book and author:

Wheels of Time

Author Name: Nidhi GS
Age category: Children
Genre: Children's, "Clean" Reads, Fantasy, Religion & Spirituality (Fiction), Self-Help

Brief description:
These are 12 people, 12 tales and 12 months. Which says "When The Unexpected Leads to Expected."
Why did you take part in the A to Z Challenge the year that your book was "given life"?

to learn new ways of writing by reading experienced as well as new writers

Why did you start blogging?

to explore my passion of writing

Do you have any other books coming out soon?

yes

What other books do you have available?

short stories on Buddhism

#WriteTip

write from your heart

Where did the idea for this book come from, other than the alphabet and the challenge?

meditation

What writing goal do you hope to accomplish this year?

finishing one more short story book

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

heart touching content

What is one question or discussion topic which you would like the readers of this post to answer or remark on in the blog comments?

be honest

Link to buy the book: https://www.theblogchatter.com/download/wheels-of-time-nidhi-garg/

Find this author at:

@nidgratefulsoul
https://gratitude2wardslife.blog/
https://www.facebook.com/buddhistoryteller
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/18112173.GS_Nidhi
A testimonial from a reader

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https://amreadingbookreviews.wordpress.com

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Day 15 #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

Today's featured book and author:

A to Z Reasons Why La Yacata is the Place to Be in Any Disaster: A Prepper’s Guide to Mexico

Author Name: C.E. Flores
Age category: Adult
Genre: Non-Fiction

Brief description:
The A to Z reasons why La Yacata is the Best Place to be in Any Disaster discusses common natural and man-made crisis situations found in Mexico. Not only will you read about which disasters you may encounter while in Mexico but you will learn strategies to both prepare and survive these SHTF incidents. Armed with this information you will be better able to determine if Mexico is your ultimate bug-out destination when things go bad in the U.S.

Examine more than two dozen TEOTWAWKI scenarios and effectively presents historical and contemporary information to best equip you for survival in Mexico. @SurvivorinMx#atozchallenge #book

— AtoZChallenge (@AprilA2Z) February 14, 2019

Why did you take part in the A to Z Challenge the year that your book was "given life"?

Seemed like a fun thing to do!

Why did you start blogging?

To share my adventures since moving to Mexico.

Do you have any other books coming out soon?

Yes, there are several in the works.

What other books do you have available?

https://survivingmexico.com/book-reviews/books-by-surviving-mexico/

#WriteTip

Do something interesting to write something interesting.

Where did the idea for this book come from, other than the alphabet and the challenge?

Mexico is a hard country to live in. These are common disasters that a little preparation might be in order.

What writing goal do you hope to accomplish this year?

I have several books in the Surviving Mexico series to complete this year.

EXCLUSIVE TOUR CONTENT: Quote

survivor--a person who survives, especially a person remaining alive after an event in which others have died.

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

interest in the topic, relevancy to my life

What is one question or discussion topic which you would like the readers of this post to answer or remark on in the blog comments?

What is the one most basic survival tip you have for living in Mexico?

Link to buy the book: Amazon

Find this author at:

@SurvivorinMx
https://survivingmexico.com/
https://web.facebook.com/SurvivorinMexico
https://www.linkedin.com/in/survivingmexico/
https://www.instagram.com/survivingmexico/
https://www.pinterest.com.mx/survivingmexico/
Amazon Author Page
Goodreads
https://www.tumblr.com/blog/survivingmexico

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http://jemimapett.com/blog/
https://www.literaryau.com

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Day 13 #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

Today we're featuring one of the blogs in this event.

Blog: Literary Gold

At Literary Gold, Readers find great reads, and Authors are able to get more exposure and reviews. https://t.co/Nk4EJF80Qz #bookreview #bookpromo @knottymarie

— AtoZChallenge (@AprilA2Z) February 14, 2019

Are you willing to include debut authors?

Yes!

Why do you take part in the A to Z Challenge?

I enjoy the challenge of it

Why did you start blogging?

My main blog (Jingle Jangle Jungle) is a music blog. I love sharing music with others while learning about various artists and the history of the music.

What goal do you or your blog hope to accomplish this year?

More followers

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

The price, followed by content.

Find this blogger at:

https://www.literaryau.com
@knottymarie
https://www.facebook.com/LiteraryGold/
https://instagram.com/knottymarie
https://www.pinterest.com/Kn0ttyMarie
YouTube
Amazon Reviewer Profile
Goodreads
BookBub
Smashwords

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http://operationawesome6.blogspot.com
http://thegirdleofmelian.blogspot.ca

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Week Three #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

Today's featured book and author:

Twisted Tales

Author Name: Deborah A Stansil
Age category: Adult
Genre: Horror

Brief description:
Twisted Tales is a collection of twenty-seven short horror stories. Ranging from crazed stalkers, killers, dealing with the Devil and everything in between, this collection shows the darker side of human nature in all its black glory. Journey through the twisted minds of the central characters as they make their choices, and watch their lives spiral out of control. Hate them, empathise with them, and stay on your guard. There’s a dark streak in all of us just waiting to come out.

Delve into the dark side of human nature with Twisted Tales, a collection of short stories from #horror writer @randommusings29#atozchallenge

— AtoZChallenge (@AprilA2Z) February 11, 2019

Why did you take part in the A to Z Challenge the year that your book was "given life"?

I did it for the first time the year before and I loved it and I really wanted to get my fiction out there. Twisted Tales was my first book!

Why did you start blogging?

I wanted to get back into writing for an audience. It was only ever going to be a short term thing, but I fell in love with it, and here I am, four years later.

Do you have any other books coming out soon?

I have a new novel coming out this year hopefully

What other books do you have available?

Twisted Tales 2, Twisted Tales 3, The Joker, The Mirror, The Asylum Tour, Lacey Patrick and the Wizard of Darkness, eBook Like a Boss, Start Your Blog Like a Boss, Optimise Your Blog Posts Like a Boss, Parodies and Piss Takes.

#WriteTip

Just write. A first draft is just that. Let your words flow and go where your mind takes you without focusing on perfection. Perfection comes much later.

Where did the idea for this book come from, other than the alphabet and the challenge?

Partly from observation of human nature, partly from my own twisted imagination ;)

What writing goal do you hope to accomplish this year?

I want to finish up the novel I'm currently working on and write a new short story collection. I'd also like to write at least one more non-fiction book and get started on another novel.

EXCLUSIVE TOUR CONTENT: scene

That piece of writing caused more trouble for me than I could ever imagine. It cost me my friends, most of my family and of course my freedom. They feed me the platitudes – “it’s for my own good” “they want to help me”. None of them make up for my freedom. I’m not in prison, at least not in the traditional sense. I’m in an institution for the criminally insane. It’s no different. How can it not be prison when I’m not allowed to leave? I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me take you back to how it all happened. After all, it’s not like I’m short on time.

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

The cover

What is one question or discussion topic which you would like the readers of this post to answer or remark on in the blog comments?

What, as a reader, most sends a shiver down your spine?

Link to buy the book: Amazon
Link to buy the book: Amazon UK

Find this author at:

https://www.myrandommusings.co.uk
https://www.deborahstansil.com
randommusings29
Facebook myrandommusingsblog
Instagram @debrandommusingsblog29
Pinterest randommusings29
Amazon Author Page
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thewritersdengroup

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http://jlennidornerblog.what-are-they.com

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Spend Valentine's Day with the #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

💘Today's featured book has some romance of the erotic variety for your Valentine fun. Get cozy with:

Y is for Yes

💋Curl up with A to Z team member, Author: JR Vincente
Age category: Erotic Adult
Genre: Erotic Romance 💕

Brief description:
A chance encounter after hours at her new office job ropes Yvonne into a world of BDSM and exploration she never imagined. Join Yvonne on her adventure to ditch the business suits for lingerie in Y is for Yes by J. R. Vincente.

What's even better than conversation hearts? Retweeting and 💗 hearting this tweet!

A chance encounter after hours at her new office job ropes Yvonne into a world of BDSM and exploration she never imagined. Join Yvonne on her adventure to ditch the business suits for lingerie.#adultcontent #erotica #book #atozchallenge

— AtoZChallenge (@AprilA2Z) February 10, 2019

Why did you take part in the A to Z Challenge the year that your book was "given life"?

I love writing challenges, and the A to Z challenge is no exception! It was fun to have my readers pick their favorite short stories, and the favorite of all was turned into a novel.

Why did you start blogging?

Because of the A to Z Blog Challenge. Someone recommended it to me and I needed a blog to participate!

Do you have any other books coming out soon?

Soon! I have written another book stemming from that A to Z Challenge I'm in the process of editing.

What other books do you have available?

I have a Choose Your Own Erotic Adventure and another novel like this one. See my website for synopses and details! https://jrvincente.wordpress.com/

#WriteTip

Write All The Words. Even if you don't think they're good words. Write them anyway and edit later.

Where did the idea for this book come from, other than the alphabet and the challenge?

I have always had these incomplete swirling in my head and I wanted to give them life, even if I couldn't (or wouldn't) dedicate a whole novel to them.

What writing goal do you hope to accomplish this year?

I hope to publish B is for Blackmail and write its sequel.

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

A catchy title or synopsis.

What is one question or discussion topic which you would like the readers of this post to answer or remark on in the blog comments?

Favorite erotic groupings? (male male, male female, female female, something totally different?) Tell me!

Find this author at:

@jrvincente
https://jrvincente.wordpress.com/
Facebook
https://www.instagram.com/jaydenvincente/
https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/63297099-jayden-vincente
https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/jrvincente
https://nanowrimo.org/participants/jrvincente


Link to buy the book: Amazon
Link to buy the book: B&N
Link to buy the book: Smashwords

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Day Seven #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

Today we're featuring one of the blogs in this event.

Blog: The Girdle of Melian

Find romance, travel, books, and more at https://t.co/3SPKNrkLwK, hosted by author @DenizBevan

— AtoZChallenge (@AprilA2Z) February 10, 2019

Does your blog support diverse books?

The diverse book movement recognizes all diverse experiences, including (but not limited to) LGBTQIA, Native, people of color, gender diversity, people with disabilities, and ethnic, cultural, and religious minorities. https://diversebooks.org

Yes!

Are you willing to include debut authors?

Yes!

Why do you take part in the A to Z Challenge?

Love the challenge of it, love having themes, love discovering bloggers, helps me organise my posts

Why did you start blogging?

A place to corral my thoughts and ideas and favourite things about writing, reading, research, travelling, etc.

What goal do you or your blog hope to accomplish this year?

Keep up with regular blogging despite work and school and new baby!

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

Inttriguing premise, well written first page

Find this blogger at:

http://thegirdleofmelian.blogspot.ca
@DenizBevan
https://www.facebook.com/deniz.bevan
https://www.instagram.com/denizb33/
https://www.pinterest.com/denizb33/
https://www.youtube.com/user/denizbevan33
Amazon Reviewer Profile

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http://uniquelymaladjustedbutfun.blogspot.com

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Day Four #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

First Annual #AtoZChallenge Book Reviews, Tour, and Blog Hop!

Today's featured book and author:

Golden Rainbow

Author Name: Balaka Basu
Age category: Adult
Genre: Biographies & Memoirs

Brief description:
Golden Rainbow is an interesting collection of 26 memoirs written as short stories. These are not heroic tales but ordinary stories of ordinary people; nevertheless, they are thought-provoking. Some of them will make you laugh out loud while others may make you cry. The stories are rich in emotion, empathy and compassion.They are deeply profound. Reading the short stories is like a visit to Kolkata and typical Bengali life. You will connect with so many characters from your own real life but with different names. The anecdotes are not just stories but also a smart commentary on the various aspects of society. Easy to read, they will directly appeal to anyone fond of short stories. This book is not just a one-time read. It gets better with each reading.

Golden Rainbow is an interesting collection of 26 memoirs written as short stories. These are not heroic tales but ordinary stories of ordinary people; nevertheless, they are thought-provoking. #mustread #Biographies

— AtoZChallenge (@AprilA2Z) February 5, 2019

Link to buy the book: amazon.in
Link to buy the book: Amazon

Why did you take part in the A to Z Challenge the year that your book was "given life"?

I just wanted to blog regularly and write.

Why did you start blogging?

To give words to my emotions

EXCLUSIVE TOUR CONTENT:
Quote from the book.

‘I was a golden bird inside a golden cage, now I have wings to fly’

As a reader, what most motivates you to buy a new book to read?

The blurb

What is one question or discussion topic which you would like the readers of this post to answer or remark on in the blog comments?

How they liked my style of writing



Find this author at:

https://trinalooksback.com/

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