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13 Tuesday Aug 2019

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I’ve had a lot of deadlines lately!  August 1, I sent my editor the completed manuscript of The Sword Unsheathed, the third book in my Guardians of Erin young adult paranormal fantasy series.

Two days ago, I turned in the final galley for Night of the Owl, the fourth of The Novels of Ravenwood medieval romance series.  I hope to reveal the cover for that book soon!

Today, I’m working all day at The Witch House (the 17th-century home of Jonathan Corwin, one of the 9 judges during the Salem Witch Trials of 1692).  But tomorrow, I’ll be listening to–and marking corrections for–18 chapters’ worth of audio files for the audiobook of The Stone Awakened, the RONE Award-nominated second book in my Guardians of Erin series.

So there’s a lot going on!  I’ll have more news soon.  In the meantime, I’m wishing you a lovely day and week ahead.  🙂

 

The GUARDIANS OF ERIN Series on Audio and in the Spotlight!

25 Thursday Jul 2019

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The Cauldron Stirred (Guardians of Erin, Book 1) is now available on audio!  Hear this young adult paranormal fantasy come to life and travel to Ireland from the comfort of your own home.

Amazon Audio | Audible | Apple Audio

The audiobook of The Stone Awakened (Guardians of Erin, Book 2) is also in the works.  The narrator has started recording, and I’ll keep you posted!

In the meantime, you can read an excerpt from The Stone Awakened as part of the Christmas in July Fête at N. N. Light’s Book Heaven.  You’ll also learn what I love most about the holidays and some of the Irish Christmas traditions I put in the book.  Check it out here!

While you’re there, make sure to enter to win the following prizes:

~$50 Amazon (US) or Barnes and Noble Gift Card
~$50 Amazon (US) or Barnes and Noble Gift Card
~$25 Amazon (US) or Barnes and Noble Gift Card
~$15 Amazon (US) or Barnes and Noble Gift Card
~$10 Amazon (US) or Barnes and Noble Gift Card

A drawing will be held on August 1 to determine the winners.  Good luck, and have a lovely Thursday!  🙂


 

Firecracker Summer Reading Giveaway ~ N. N. Light’s Book Heaven

02 Tuesday Jul 2019

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July is here, and the weather is perfect for picnics, firecrackers, and all things “summer,” including Independence Day here in the U.S.  Whether you’re patriotic or just love watching fireworks, you’ll ooh and ahh over this giveaway, where you can win free books plus other prizes.  A digital copy of The Cauldron Stirred, the first book in my Guardians of Erin  young adult series, is one of said prizes.

If there’s something specific you want to win, be sure to note it when you enter via Rafflecopter. Enter below and good luck!

Firecracker Summer Reading Giveaway: https://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/92db775032

Literary Giveaway Portal: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/literary-giveaway-portal

An Interview with Liv Arnold, Author of LAW & DISORDER

20 Thursday Jun 2019

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I’m excited to have a sister Rose (published by The Wild Rose Press) here today.  Please welcome Liv Arnold, author of Law & Disorder, which just happens to be on sale!

At what age did you write your first story? I think when I was four. I used to love making up picture books and stories. Was my favourite thing to do.

Which genre was the first to hook you? I read a lot of Enid Blyton when I was young. I would read The Children of the Cherry Tree Farm to my younger brothers before bed.

What was your first published book? This one, Law & Disorder, by The Wild Rose Press. I also have a novel called Etched in Stone, a contemporary romance, contracted with them.

What’s your favorite part of the writing process? Brainstorming? Research? Outlining? Writing? Editing? When I’ve almost finished the novel. Gives me a sense of accomplishment.

What are you working on now? A YA fantasy romance set in the Netherworld. I’ve almost finished it and I’m so excited.

Cool!  My YA fantasy series, Guardians of Erin, has several scenes set in the Netherworld!  Of all the settings you’ve used (or created!) for your books, which is your favorite? Why? The above story set in the Netherworld. Fantasy is one of my favourite genres. I love being taken into another world. Always wished I had magic when I was young or could fly.

Have you ever dreamed about a character you created? I usually don’t remember my dreams. So I haven’t dreamt of any of my characters yet. I do have my book boyfriends though I wouldn’t mind dreaming about.

If you could have a conversation with anyone—dead or alive—who would it be? JK Rowling. Would love to know everything about her. Especially her marketing tips and where she gets her ideas from. I get writer’s block so often.

If you could travel to any time and place, when and where would that be? Maybe the 70s. It could be because I’ve seen most the episodes of That 70s Show. But things seemed like so much fun back then.

I was a little kid in the ’70s, and yes, it was fun!  If you could step inside any book or series and live there for a week, which would you choose? Harry Potter. I’m obsessed and have all the merchandise.

If a fairy godmother appeared and offered you one thing—anything at all—what would you request? To be able to write novels full time. I’m so tired coming back from work everyday but I have to push myself to write.

I hear ya!  Okay…it’s time to learn some of your favorites.

Sound: The pitter patter of my dog’s feet.

Eye color: Dark brown.

Song: Anything by the Spice Girls

Book: Harry Potter

Movie: Harry Potter

TV show: Neighbours

I watched a bit of that show when I lived in Scotland!  Cuisine: Italian

Cookie: White choc chip

US location: I’ve only been to NY and Hawaii

Foreign location: Vietnam

And finally, list your preference from the following choices:

Tea or coffee? Tea

Cake or pie? Cake

Halloween or Christmas? Christmas

Nancy Drew or Sherlock Holmes? Sherlock Holmes

Jane Austen or the Brontë sisters? Jane Austen

A mortal, vampire, ghost, or fae for a lover? Fae

English gent, Scottish highlander, European count, or all-American guy? English gent

Thanks so much for joining me today, Liv.  Best of luck with your future releases and this sale!  Now, here’s the scoop on Law & Disorder:

Lawyer Juliet Jackson has come head to head with Sergeant Jesse Burns on numerous occasions in court. He is provoking. Pigheaded. Punch-worthy. They don’t get along. Not one little bit. The unfortunate fact he’s also her next-door neighbor brings her loathing off the charts. But when Juliet’s caught locked outside her home in nothing but a skimpy towel, she must swallow her pride and turn to Jesse for help. She doesn’t expect the explosive chemistry between them and can’t help but wonder if Jesse’s as demanding in the bedroom as he is in the courtroom.

A peek between the pages:

His handsome face smirked before he averted his eyes and turned his head, but she could still see the profile of his face. His police uniform stretched across his chest. Wonder if that chest is chiseled underneath all those clothes.

Her ears burned hotter than chili sauce, spreading to her neck and chest. No point in putting on a mask this time, because there was no escaping this. Her fingers found the ends of the towel to cover her naked body, but her legs froze on the spot. “I got locked out of my house.”

“You got locked out of your house…naked?” A grin spread across his face, revealing the dimple on the bottom lip. She wanted to bite it but didn’t know if it was to hurt him or because of the temperature between her legs.

Scowling at his sarcasm, her fingers gripped the bricks of her house and she pulled herself up. “Yes. Why are you even here? Didn’t you have enough of me this morning?

“Never enough.”

More about Liv:

Liv Arnold has worked as a copywriter for several global companies and now runs her own freelance business. She grew up in Melbourne, Australia, and lives with her husband and their spoiled dog, who only eats freshly cooked meals. When she’s not writing, Liv’s avoiding the gym, devouring a cheese platter, or marathoning way too much TV. And of course, she’s a massive book addict and often reads until all hours of the night.

Liv would love to hear from you!  Here’s where to find her:

Website

Facebook

Twitter

Instagram

Goodreads

BookBub

Buy Law & Disorder for 99 cents!

Amazon US

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Kobo

 

THE STONE AWAKENED is a RONE Award finalist!

04 Tuesday Jun 2019

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A wonderful surprise was waiting for me when I got home from work this evening.  The Stone Awakened (Guardians of Erin, Book 2) is a finalist in InD’Tale Magazine’s 2019 RONE Awards!  I’m so honored to be among the finalists.

Just wanted to share it with you!  Enjoy your evening.  🙂

A surprise sale!

10 Friday May 2019

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I just noticed that Amazon and Amazon UK have my Guardians of Erin series on sale. I’m not sure how long it’ll last, so get ’em while they’re hot! As for me, I’m working hard on the third book in the series, The Sword Unsheathed.

Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07NMHY25F

Amazon UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/Guardians-Erin-2-Book/dp/B07NMHY25F

Wishing you a lovely day and weekend ahead!  🙂

Bookaholics Unite Giveaway ~ N. N. Light’s Book Heaven

02 Thursday May 2019

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The dictionary defines a bookaholic as “a prolific or a habitual reader; a compulsive book buyer.” That sounds a lot like me! How about you? We’re in luck because N. N. Light’s Book Heaven is giving away everything a booklover could want: books and book money. I’m one of the authors participating, and you could win an e-copy of The Cauldron Stirred, the first book in my YA paranormal fantasy series, plus autographed print copies by some of today’s bestselling authors.

If there’s a particular book or prize you’d like to win, be sure to say which one when you enter via Rafflecopter. Good luck!

Bookaholics Unite Giveaway: https://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/92db775029

Literary Giveaway Portal: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/literary-giveaway-portal


In other news, I chose two winners of my Facebook birthday giveaway.  Congratulations again to Rita Wray and Pam Myrick!  🙂

We have TWO winners in the giveaway!

10 Wednesday Apr 2019

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My Facebook giveaway of a signed print copy of any one of my books has ended, and I received so many kind comments, I decided to pick two winners instead of one.  There were close to 100 entrants.  Wow!  The lucky winners, randomly chosen, were Emily Buckmaster of Oklahoma and Helen Gordon of Ireland.  Congratulations, ladies!

I’ll be doing another giveaway soon, so keep a lookout for that.  Hope you’re having a lovely Wednesday!  🙂

 

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