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Book Buzz: Talion by Mary Maddox: Two victims. One Sociopath. Lots of terror.

May 18, 2012
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Talion“True suspense, a serial killer, and a pinch of the supernatural. The unlikely friendship of the misfit Lu with the much more savvy Lisa makes this a book about young people, but it’s definitely still a novel for adults.” ~ Tiffany, A Crazy Reader, Amazon Reviews

Hello Digital Book Today readers. The Book Buzz segment today features Talion by Mary Maddox which readers have rated 4.7 stars on 14 reviews. Talion combines terror and suspense while mixing in mystery with a little of the supernatural. This novel features a young women who is pursued by a serial killer, but who has powers that may not be of this world. Talion has been widely enjoyed by readers of this genre in the short time it has been released. We are sure that Talionwill not disappoint the reader who enjoys a little terror entering their minds from an excellent novel.

“I love the fact that this novel about a serial killer blends suspense with fantasy, rare in a book of this type. The female characters are interesting, and the prose style is great. Maddox has a keen eye for details and an ear for effective, fast-moving dialogue.” ~ Daiva Markelis, Amazon Reviews

“Silence of the Lambs” meets “The Turn of the Screw” . . . . The story is propelled by suspense, and made delicious by Maddox’s Ray Bradbury-like gift for deft, deep-shadowed description.” ~ Charleston Times-Courier

Book Description: Two victims. One sociopath. Lots of terror.

Fifteen-year-old Lisa Duncan has attracted the interest of serial killer Conrad (Rad) Sanders. At an isolated resort in Utah, he watches as vivacious Lisa begins an unlikely friendship with another teenager, Lu Jakes, the strange and introverted daughter of employees at the resort. Lu enters Rad’s fantasies as well. He learns Lu is being abused by her stepmother and toys with the notion of freeing her from her sad life and keeping her awhile as his captive. Lu seems like an easy conquest who could be persuaded to act out his fantasy by killing her new friend.

But Lu has an ally with powers beyond Rad’s imagination. .… Read more on Amazon.

About the Author:

I began my life in Soldier Summit, Utah, a town of a few dozen people high in the mountains. My father owned a cafe, a gas station, and a combination grocery-bar – literally half the businesses in town. Even a minnow can be a big fish if the pond is small enough. Though I have lived in the Midwest for most of my adult life, I still miss the mountains and dream that someday I’ll live there again.

I graduated from Knox College and the Iowa Writers Workshop at the University of Iowa. At present I teach composition at Eastern Illinois University Read more »

Great Weekend Kindle Digital Books: They Won’t Break the Bank: Cost=$0.00

May 18, 2012
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The Memory of YouThe Top 10 Free Books are all rated 4.4+ stars and 26+ reviews! Do you need a great weekend Kindle Digital Book read that won’t break the bank? All of our books listed today are free ($0.00)! We have 30+ new titles added to our The Top 100 Best Free Kindle Books.  As a service to our authors, if you read a free book please give the author a review on Amazon.Thanks. Remember that many of the free kindle books are priced at $0.00 for a very limited time (24-48 hours).

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See the Top 80 – 100 free, handpicked titles that is updated daily on The Top 100 Best Free Kindle Books on Amazon. This list is not available on Amazon. See our great list of titles that you missed and are not longer free. Read more »

RIP: Garage or Yard Sale Books

May 17, 2012
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The other day my daughter and I decided to stop at a neighborhood garage sale. These events seem to be a staple every Thursday and Friday from May through September (Ok, I live in the northern part of the U.S.).

As usual there was a table with an assortment of paperbacks with a few hardcover books. There were the normal authors: King, Grisham, Steele, Roberts, and a few other national authors that everybody seems to buy regardless if the book is any good.

The rest of the books were the ones that caught my eye. I cruised back and forth looking at titles and book covers hoping to find a gem or two that I could take home for $0.50 each. Maybe even haggle for 3 books for $1.00. However I had one big problem. None of the books were of interest to me.

It has been 18 months since I last bought a “physical book”. You know the kind that you physically have to grab a page and flip it over. I still would enjoy reading a paperback if I found one that interested me.

Why couldn’t I find even one book to catch my eye so I could take it home? My hand would reach out to pick up a book, but it would quickly put the book back on the table. Finally the answer dawned on me. The answer to the root of my problem in selecting a book was simple.

My eyes and mind kept looking for the number of reviews. Where was the Amazon star rating? Without these two statistical tools to aid me in finding a book, I was unable to select a book to read.

Rest in peace garage and yard sale books. I am a sellout. A convert. A believer. I read digital books on a Kindle.

P.S. My daughter was able to stretch her quarter by buying the largest stuffed animal.

Anthony Wessel is founder of Digital Book Today, The Top Best Free Kindle Books, and book reviewer for the Kindle Book Review.

Book Buzz: Come Back To Me by Best Selling Author Melissa Foster

May 17, 2012
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Come Back To Me“This story of never-ending love and heartbreak has really made me cry and made me feel moved…The story is so well-written, and the plot is so beautifully woven that it keeps you trapped in the words since you start reading till you finish reading it. “ ~ Austenite78, Amazon Review

Hello Digital Book Today readers. Today our book talk segment is featuring bestselling author Melissa Foster and her popular book Come Back To Me. A wonderful book, Come Back To Me has been pleasing thousands of readers. This is an intriguing story of love, strength, passion, relationships, and heartbreaking loss. Readers of Nicholas Sparks, Jennifer Weiner, and Jodi Picoult will want to read more about Come Back To Me. The book is rated 4.1 stars on 108 reviews. How hard is it for a book to have 100+ reviews and still be rated 4.1 stars? In our experience this puts a book into a small group of verifiable great reads based upon customer reviews.

“Foster’s latest novel is in the same league as books written by such authors as Nicholas Sparks, Jennifer Weiner, and Kristin Hannah.“ ~ Carrie Green, Author of Roses are Red

“I rarely feel compelled to read several books in a row by one author; however “Megan’s Way” is already on my Kindle – waiting for me.” ~ Laurali, Amazon Reviews

Book Description:

Tess Johnson has it all: her handsome photographer husband Beau, a thriving business, and a newly discovered pregnancy. When Beau accepts an overseas photography assignment, Tess decides to wait to reveal her secret–only she’s never given the chance. Beau’s helicopter crashes in the desert. Tess struggles with the news of Beau’s death and tries to put her life back together. Alone and dealing with a pregnancy that only reminds her of what she has lost, Tess is adrift in a world of failed plans and fallen expectations. When a new client appears offering more than just a new project, Tess must confront the circumstances of her life head on.
Meanwhile, two Iraqi women who are fleeing honor killings find Beau barely alive in the middle of the desert, his body ravaged by the crash. Suha, a doctor, and Samira, a widow and mother of three young children, nurse him back to health in a makeshift tent. Beau bonds with the women and children, and together, with the help of an underground organization, they continue their dangerous escape. What happens next is a test of loyalties, strength, and love. … Read more on Amazon.

About the Author:

Melissa Foster is the bestselling, award-winning author of three novels, Megan’s Way, Chasing Amanda, and Come Back to Me. Her books have been recommended by USA Today’s book blog, Hagerstown Magazine, The Patriot, and several other print venues. She is the founder of the Women’s Nest, a social and support community for women, the World Literary Cafe, and Fostering Success. Melissa is currently collaborating in the film Read more »

The Best Kindle eBooks to Download For Free: Thursday 5/17/2012

May 17, 2012
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Knockout! A Passionate Police RomanceCheck out the free Kindle ebooks below. This is just a sample of the best Kindle ebooks to downloand for free for Thursday 5/17/2012. We have 35+ new titles added to our The Top 100 Best Free Kindle Books.  As a service to our authors, if you read a free book please give the author a review on Amazon. Thanks. Remember that many of the free kindle books are priced at $0.00 for a very limited time (24-48 hours).

Never miss a great free book again. Join our Reader Mailing List and be notified daily of The Best Free Kindle Books.

See the Top 80 – 100 free, handpicked titles that is updated daily on The Top 100 Best Free Kindle Books on Amazon. This list is not available on Amazon. See our great list of titles that you missed and are not longer free. Read more »

Author Interview: Cades Cove by Aiden James: 4.2 Stars of Terror

May 17, 2012
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Cades Cove: A Novel of Terror (Cades Cove Series #1)Our interview today is with Aiden James the author of Cades Cove (4.2 stars, 64 reviews, $2.99). Before we get to our interview with Aiden, a quick book description of Cades Cove: Buried deep in a ravine in the picturesque Smoky Mountains is a very dark secret.  David Hobbs, vacationing with his wife Miriam, inadvertently stumbles upon a small cloth ‘keepsake’ bag and a broken tooth.  A human tooth.  Miriam begs David to hand the bag and tooth over to park officials, but he ignores his wife’s pleas and secretly keeps the ‘harmless’ items.  The action opens a doorway that had been closed for nearly a hundred years and unleashes hell on earth, or at least hell in the lives of David and Miriam.

Following the brutal murder of his best friend in Denver, and an aborted attack on his oldest son, David desperately seeks to understand why a mysterious teenage girl has chosen to terrorize him and the males closest to him.  To prevent further devastation to his family and end the wanton bloodshed, he returns to the enchanted hills of eastern Tennessee, where a terrible truth awaits discovery…one that forces him to face the consequences for the unpaid sins of his ancestors.

Interview with Aiden James

1. What was unique about the setting of the book and how did it enhance or take away from the story?

Aiden: Cades Cove is a magical place and is part of the Great Smokies National Park. The remaining cabins, homesteads, and churches draw hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world every year. Not to mention that the scenic beauty throughout the area is breathtaking. Having these elements present in the story has struck a strong chord of familiarity with readers who are familiar with the area.

2. What specific themes did you emphasize throughout the novel?

Aiden: Revenge for a terrible wrong and the power of love and selfless determination to atone for ancestral crimes are the themes that drive the story along.

3. Do the characters seem real and believable? Can your readers relate to their predicaments? To what extent do they remind your audience of someone they know? Read more »

Weekly Featured Great Reads 5/16/2012

May 16, 2012
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Thin BloodDigital Book Today has posted our 8 Weekly Featured Great Reads for the Kindle on the right and left hand side of our site. This is a free listing we provide as a service to authors. Today we have 8 great books plus a bonus of 2 more books that are highly reviewed Kindle titles with a bargain price. Take the time to check out the “Great Reads”, to visit the author’s website, or follow them on Twitter.

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Book Buzz: Preservation by Rachael Wade: Fear is Sabotage’s Sweetest Weapon

May 16, 2012
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Preservation“If you love contemporary romance, you need to read Preservation. By far one of the best romances I’ve read lately! I highly recommend and you will not be disappointed.” ~ Tiffany, A Purrfect Read Book Reviews

Hello Digital Book Today readers. The Book Buzz segment today features Preservation by Rachael Wade who is the author of the best selling paranormal romance series, The Resistance Trilogy. Preservation is an Amazon Contemporary Romance bestseller which readers have enjoyed based upon the outstanding rating of 4.7 stars on 22 reviews at a Kindle friendly price of $2.99. Take the opportunity to read the rest of the info here or go to Amazon to see all the wonderful reviews that Rachael Wade has received for Preservation. The reader of the contemporary romance genre will not be disappointed by this book..

“Have you ever picked up a book last thing at night, torn between wanting to read for an hour or to go straight to sleep? Seriously, I picked this up at 10pm hoping for an hour of reading before bed. Come 2:30am I’m just finished. That’s it. Done. Read cover to cover. This book was delicious, I could not put it down. I’m off to bed with tear tracks down my face.” ~ Gothic Angel Book Reviews

“Great for Contemporary Romance fans. Preservation started off how exactly as I expected it would, but then the story took me by surprise. It went in another direction completely, and then some twists and turns were added. Preservation held my attention steadily and, when I reached the end, it left me wanting more.” ~ Readinista, Amazon Review

Book Description: Fear is sabotage’s sweetest weapon.

Kate has no time for meaningless romantic charades, and definitely no time for hot college professors who are full of themselves and smitten with her. Constantly battling eviction notices, tuition she can’t afford, and a sick, dependent mother, the last thing she needs is to be distracted with someone else’s complicated baggage. When she stumbles into Ryan Campbell’s creative writing class, he is only “Mr. Campbell” to her, until Ryan finds himself captivated by her writing and she is forced to face their mutual attraction. His cocky know-it-all syndrome is enough to send her running in the other direction, and his posse of female admirers and playboy reputation are enough to squander any odds in her favor.

But underneath Ryan’s abrasive facade is something to behold, and she can’t stay away for long. Ryan and Kate must decide who they’re willing to become and fight against their former selves if they want to make things work. That’s if academia, vicious vixens, old skeletons, and their own mastery at self-destruction don’t pummel their efforts first.… Read more on Amazon.

About the Author:

Residing in Orlando, Florida, Rachael Wade is the author of AMARANTH, the first installment of the paranormal fantasy romance Read more »

The Best Kindle eBooks to Download For $0.00: Wednesday 5/16/2012

May 16, 2012
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TalionWe have a nice list of Kindle ebooks to offer today. This is just a sample of the best Kindle ebooks to downloand for $0.00 (Free) for Wednesday 5/16/2012. We have 23+ new titles added to our The Top 100 Best Free Kindle Books.  As a service to our authors, if you read a free book please give the author a review on Amazon.Thanks. Remember that many of the free kindle books are priced at $0.00 for a very limited time (24-48 hours).

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Book Buzz: Seven Point Eight: by Marie Harbon: The most powerful number: Free 5/15

May 15, 2012
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Seven Point Eight: The First Chronicle“’If you like your novels Dan Brown style with lots of geeky science underpinning a thrilling and clever plot, you’ll love this.” ~ Alison chester-Lambert, author of The Future in the Stars

Hello Digital Book Today readers. Our Book Buzz post today features Seven Point Eight: The First Chronicle (FREE on Tuesday 5/15/2012) by Marie Harbon. This is a fascinating read for fans of science fiction, Dan Brown (The Da Vinci Code) style books, Star Trek and/or Star Wars, and movie lovers of “Contact” starring Jodi Foster. This is a book that will make you think but does not involve fantasy worlds. Ultimately Seven Point Eight is the beginning of a 5 part epic journey that readers have enjoyed. The current rating is 4.1 stars on 17 reviews (all which have been 3, 4, or 5 stars). If this is a genre that you enjoy, then you will be entertained by Seven Point Eight: The First Chronicle and it is FREE on Tuesday 5/15/2012.

“I just finished reading this book on my kindle and wasn’t happy that it had ended. There was so much more that I wanted to know. (Seven Point Eight: The First Chronicle)” ~ Micki, Amazon Review

“A million kudos to this author. Really. It was a sci-fi novel I could relate to. There are no fantasy kingdoms. No new languages you’ll have to learn. If you understand and appreciate quantum physics, you’ll love this book and not want to put this one down. And when you get to the end, it will be as if someone unexpectedly kicked you off a cliff. You’ll be left hanging.” ~ Shelly Arkon, Amazon Review

Book Description: For fans of the paranormal, big sweeping epics, metaphysics, science fiction, ‘Lost’, ‘Fringe’, contemporary fantasy, alternate realities and new age/spirituality. It’s also highly suited to Young Adult readers, who like sci-fi along with their paranormal, or those who like a more challenging read.

Seven Point Eight: The most powerful number in the universe. The number that connects everything. It is time to wake up….

A physicist begins a quest to measure the soul but soon finds himself drawn into the world of the enigmatic Max Richardson, where research is sold to the military at the highest bid. However, he soon discovers another purpose when an extremely talented young psychic enters his life. He devises a project and builds a team to stretch the frontiers of exploration, only to make a reality-shattering discovery…

Written in the style of a TV series, The First Chronicle is the beginning of a 5 part epic which follows the spiritual and emotional journey of five people; their quest to understand the universe and our place within it.
Quantum physics meets spirituality in a tale which begins in the 1940s, unfolds during the 1960s; an era of social and spiritual transformation and reaches its conclusion in the modern age. It interweaves … Read more on Amazon.

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Tuesday Kindle eBooks: They Won’t Break the Bank: Cost=$0.00

May 15, 2012
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Battle for Cascadia, The Second Book of The Gaia WarsThe Tuesday Kindle ebooks list is ready and there is a great selection of new free titles to choose from. The Top 10 Free Kindle Books listed below is a great start, but don’t forget to check out the rest of The Top 100 Best Free Kindle Books.  As a service to our authors, if you read a free book please give the author a review on Amazon.Thanks. Remember that many of the free kindle books are priced at $0.00 for a very limited time (24-48 hours).

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Author Interview: Moonlight and Oranges by Elise Stephens: 4.4 Stars: Free Today

May 15, 2012
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Moonlight and OrangesOur interview today is with Elise Stephens the author of Moonlight and Oranges (4.4 stars, 23 reviews. FREE on 5/15/2012). A quick book description before we get to her interview: A timeless tale of young romance.

Lorona Connelly is ready for a change from her carefully planned, bookish life. When sparks fly at a costume party, she embraces a chance for romance with the handsome Kestrin Feather. However, she quickly realizes that even love and destiny may not be enough to overcome the reality of an overprotective mother-in-law and Kestrin’s long, tarnished history of relationships.

When Lorona’s curiosity leads her to Kestrin’s journal, doubt plagues them both with insecurities and threatens the relationship. Can true love overcome the odds, or was their whirlwind romance just a frivolous crush? Author Elise Stephens shares a journey of young love, fate, and wounded trust in the story of Lorona and Kestrin, a couple who must learn to overcome their fears to share a life together.

Interview with Elise Stephens

What was unique about the setting of the book and how did it enhance or take away from the story?

I grew up, attended college, married and settled in Seattle, thus, making it “my” city on just about every front.  Seattle has plenty of magic, mystery, and romance to make a perfect setting for my love story and that means I can speak about it with the authority of a local, thus lending credibility and relevance to my topic.

Was there a basis for your story? A previous experience? Something else?

I based this story loosely on the Greek myth love story of Cupid and Psyche.  I was enchanted by the ancient love story of two people who fall in love, get married quickly, experience the explosion of broken trust, and then work hard to overcome severe forces, including doubt, that are trying to hold them apart.  When I read the myth, I knew I wanted to retell it as a novel someday.

Can you relate to your characters’ predicaments? To what extent do they remind you of yourself or someone you know? Read more »

Book Buzz: Whisper Cape by Regan Walsh: A 4.7 Star Paranormal Romance

May 14, 2012
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Whisper Cape“Mysterious, engaging, and romantic. This was a really fun read. Out of everything, including the plot, characters, and romantic development between Addie and Cael, my favorite thing about this story was the setting. From the first chapter, everything felt so vivid.” ~ Author Rachael Wade, Amazon Review

Hello Digital Book Today readers. The Book Buzz segment today features a paranormal romance that is being enjoyed by readers of this genre. Whisper Cape by Regan Walsh has been getting rave reviews from book lovers. Whisper Cape is rated 4.7 stars on 16 reviews. For the book reader who enjoys the paranormal, a little romance, and the pleasure of getting hooked on a series, then this will be an enjoyable book for you. Never tried this genre before, but love a good book? Then highly rated Whisper Cape would be a great book to start reading as you discover a new genre.

“I’d been looking for a good book to cheer me up, help change the mood. I stumbled upon Whisper Cape and I’m so glad I did. For paranormal lovers with steamy romance this is what you’re looking for. Promise.” ~ Camelia Miron Skiba, Amazon Review

“This debut novel by Regan Walsh is one of the best debuts I have ever read. She has written a truly incredible story and I hope there is more adventure in store for these characters. I feel like I already know them. And of course, I want to know what happens to them in the future.” ~ Bookwench, post from Night Owl Reviews

Book Description: Whisper Cape is a town of secrets and Addison MacKenna soon becomes tangled in a web of them. Plagued with nightmares of her father’s sudden and brutal death, Addie struggles with her anguish and refuses to believe his demise was accidental.

Fighting to shake off one of those devastating early morning nightmares, Addison finds it even harder to escape from the vision of a man lying on the side of the road–a man she may have just killed. When she frantically tries to locate him, he seemingly disappears, just the beginning of strange occurrences in her life. She also cannot ignore the weird sensations in her own body. Suddenly, the impossible seems possible, but is that a blessing or a curse?

Believing that her continual and worsening nightmares are both the key to her own new abilities and the clue to her father’s death, Addie knows she will not rest Read more »

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