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Thursday, December 21, 2017

Goodbye Dear Friends

Seasons come and go. As I move toward the next chapter in my life, I realize my priorities, and even the overall vision for my life, have shifted dramatically. I am finding that there are new projects and associations better suited to the growth I want to achieve and also accept that there are some places I simply no longer belong.

Effective today, this blog, Reading Indie, will be an archive. It is available for the taking if anyone wants it. It also has a Facebook page that will become inactive.

I, myself, am also walking away from the Authors-Professional Co-op. It is a wonderful group for new and veteran authors to find their place in the crazy world of publishing, and while I will continue to recommend it to authors seeking a community, it is no longer the venue I need.

Wherever you are in the world, whether celebrating anything at this time or not, I truly wish you all the very best. Be blessed and be happy.

Toi Thomas

Tuesday, December 19, 2017

First Impressions with Lily Luchesi at #ReadingIndie

Welcome to the author of...

The Paranormal Detectives Series

A mortal detective discovers the true Underworld of Chicago when he tries to take down a vampire. Alongside the enigmatic Angelica Cross, Danny Mancini must take down paranormal threats to the city, but his own psychic powers are coming to the surface. Undead exes, immortal witches, demons, and vampiric deities plague Chicago, while broken hearts and mistrust plague the hunters. Can Danny and Angelica compromise, or will the Paranormal Investigative Division of the FBI fall?

Let's see what kind of first impression she makes.

First writing award or professional milestone.
It was for Vincent, my villain in my debut Stake-Out. Out of 200 entrants, he got third place for best villain of 2015 and it made me so proud because I love my baddies, always have, and it was great to see others loved Vincent, too.

First character or topic that was difficult to write.
In book four, Right To Silence, my heroine gets kidnapped, assaulted, and tortured. After escaping, she gets PTSD and anxiety. Writing her first flashback was traumatizing for me, as I also suffer from severe anxiety that can be debilitating. I almost scrapped the scene, but am glad I didn't.

First time you collaborated with another author.
I have only one co-written book, called Soul Syndicate. It's in the Sigils and Spells boxed set, and it's co-written with Faith Marlow. The set and our story promotes diversity in the urban fantasy genre.

First time you considered yourself an author.

Release day of Stake-Out, my first book. A friend sent me a screenshot of my book surpassing the True Blood book series in our category and I just broke down in tears.

First chapter book you read by yourself.
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume, I was six. I taught myself how to read quite young, before pre-school, but somehow wound up never reading a chapter book until then.

Well, dear readers, Lilly would like to know, 
"What was your first Halloween costume?"

And there you have it, folks, Lily Luchesi .

Lily Luchesi is the award-winning author of the bestselling Paranormal Detectives Series, published by Vamptasy Publishing. She was born in Chicago, and now resides in Los Angeles. As a child, she had tendency for being interested in all things "dark". At two she became infatuated with vampires and ghosts, and that infatuation turned into a lifestyle. She is also an out member of the LGBT+ community. When she's not writing, she's going to rock concerts, getting tattooed, watching the CW, or reading manga. And drinking copious amounts of coffee.

So, how bout it? What's your answer to our guest's question?

Tuesday, December 12, 2017

Author Talks #magic at #ReadingIndie with Karina Kantas


It's A Kind Of Magic!



Almost nearly every fantasy novel has some form of magic in it. Illusional Reality is NO exception.

Allow me to introduce you to some of the very gifted Tsinians

ATHRON from the generation of Zenith. Athron is a highly respected Tsinan because of his gift.

Zeniths are born with the gift of SIGHT. In a trance they see images of future occurrences a prophesy. While still in this state they inscribe the images, this is then referred to as an oracle. Unfortunately, it’s in a riddle that only a Zenith can decipher. There has never been a female Zenith. The generation are born male only.

SPARTO from the generation of Humal was born with the gift of ILLUSOR. He can create illusions.

GRENCO from the generation of Bolarg has the ability to grow nature. Fruit, flowers, vines, vegetables, anything that grows from the ground up.

ATHANIA from the generation of Ifreas was born with the ability to control and communicate with animals.

JENIN from the generation of Devka is born with the gift of FREIZE the ability to freeze all objects.

THYA is a Gantie, the rulers of Tsinia. And all Ganties have the gift of FLITE the ability to move objects with their mind. However, Thya is not a normal Gantie.

Not all Tsinians are born with gifts, but the ones that do, are taught how to employ and control them by ALKAZAR, tutor of the arts. It is Alkazar’s task to train Thya into mastering her hidden gifts.
"Author Talks #magic with Karina Kantas" copyright 2017 Karina Kantas. All rights reserved; permission to distribute through Reading Indie.
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Illusional Reality is a YA romantic fantasy.

Nobody expects to stare death in the face only to find out your entire life is a lie.
Rescued by Salco, marketing executive Becky finds herself in an unknown magical world filled with happy people that try to forget their land is on the brink of destruction.
Becky will soon learn none of this was an accident, and the council of Tsinia are certain her union with Darthorn's son, Kovon, will create peace. And although her future has been planned out, she gives her heart to another.

"llusional Reality was definitely one huge ride. The story is very unique, you won't find any stereotypical fantasy ploys in this novel! Karina Kantas has managed to do the almost impossible by weaving a thrilling story with romantic twists that will have you turning pages all night, and most probably give you quite a large book hangover.
S.H

You can get your copy of this thrilling tale of magic, danger, love and sacrifice from Amazon right now.



Content Rating: PG-13 to R  | Add on Goodreads



Karina Kantas is the author of the popular MC thriller series, OUTLAW and the loved romantic fantasy, Illusional Reality She also writes short stories and when her imagination is working overtime, she writes thought-provoking dark flash fiction. When Karina isn't busy working on her next bestseller, she's designing teasers, book trailers, recording audio or videoing small readings and then working on Twitter and FB posts. She's also the host of a popular radio show, Author Assist on the Artist First Radio Network.






Now that's what I call #magic. Do you agree?


Tuesday, December 5, 2017

#NewRelease Tuesday at #ReadingIndie December 2017

Horror
Never Again by Lily Luchesi

In WWII, not all monsters were human. Sean Wireman was ostracized from Israel in 1509, wandering until he settled in America. He fought in WII, to defend the heritage he spent his life running from. In 2017, the demons the Nazis controlled return. Will this fight take a deadly toll?
Content Rating: R
Release Date: December 5, ‘17


So, are you in the mood for something scary?