August 2018 New Releases

Jenny Blake | @ausjenny

The Pharaoh's Stone by Nick Hawkes (Rhiza Connect, 1 August 2018)

A young man hiding from his past in a London prison. A body found hanged from a bridge over the River Thames. An Egyptian code that holds the key to an international scandal …

Peter has served his prison sentence trying to be nameless. But on his release, Peter becomes entangled in the life of British Museum professor, Alex, whose brother was found hanged under Blackfriars Bridge.

Investigations into the death lead them into the secret world of Freemasonry and its passion for collecting ancient Egyptian artefacts. Alex calls on Beth, his finest student and an expert in Egyptian hieroglyphics.

From London to Paris, New York and the ancient temples of Egypt, they lead a frantic race to uncover the clues. As Peter and Beth get closer to solving the mystery of the murder, death stalks their every move. To survive, Peter must discover qualities about himself he never knew he had … and learn to trust once more.

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Grace in the Shadows by Christine Dillon (LinksintheChain Press, 1 August 2018) 

Physiotherapist Esther has survived cancer, but wounds within her family remain unhealed. Is her revived faith the reason for the rift or could a simmering secret be the root cause?
Cosmetics consultant Rachel buried her past - and her father’s God - but the past refuses to stay buried. Will she continue to run or is confronting her pain the way to freedom?

Two women. Two different lives. 

One collision course with truth.
Can God’s grace shine even in the darkest of shadows?

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December New Releases

The Herbalist's Daughter  by Jeanette O'Hagan (By the Light Books, October 2016) 

Anna’s biggest concern is whether the sturdy young guard will ever notice her. That is until the mischievous young prince Naetok begins to stir things up at the Palace.

A fantasy romance, set in the author’s secondary world of Nardva and occurring about 20 years before the Akrad's Legacy Series.

"This is a delightful short story, which uses the unique customs of its settings to effectively blend the two genres." Adam Collings, Goodreads review. 
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/1754656126

'The Herbalist's Daughter' was originally published in Tied in Pink: Romance anthology for Breast Cancer research (Far Horizons: 2014)

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Four Short Stories, Including Falling for Maddie Grace and Where there's Smoke  by Meredith Resce (Golden Grain Publishing, 28 October, 2016) 

Four Short Stories: Falling for Maddie Grace and Where There’s Smoke

Blurb:

Falling for Maddie Grace

Maddie Grace has followed her passion, and against all odds has become the first female professional football umpire in Australia.

When an on-field accident sees her caught up in play, and on the receiving end of a blow to the head that knocks her out, Maddie’s career is in jeopardy—not because of the accident, but because of the young man who knocked her out.

Zac Beecham is one of Australia’s most loved professional sports stars. He’s used to the intrusive paparazzi who seem determined to ferret out some dark and dirty secret where there is none. Having been open about his faith and Christian morals, he knows he is a target. So when he ends up on top of Maddie Grace, dazed and in a stupor from concussion, the media pounce on the visual images and decide to make a mountain out of a mole hill. Ridiculous headlines: Zac’s secret love affair with the ref – investigation into corrupt umpiring.

Dodging headlines is one thing, but dodging Maddie Grace is another.

Where There’s Smoke

After three years, Chris is returning home because of a bushfire crisis threatening his family farm. The danger level is extreme both to himself and the property, almost as extreme as the danger that his heart will be broken all over again.

Sally hasn’t seen Chris in three years, and she hasn’t forgiven him for just disappearing with no explanation. But he chooses today – the day when their neighbouring properties are in the path of a raging bushfire – to return. She wants to demand an explanation, but with the smoke and flames bearing down on them, now is the time for defending their homes and stock – and each other.

Romance forged in an action packed, high tension drama.

Plus two new stories from Meredith Resce

Best Seller and A Piece of Cake

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Child of the Dust by Shoba Sadler (independent release, September 2016) 

Beautiful but spoilt Vietnamese socialite, Cao Kim Lye, learns of her parents sudden death from the dashing Amerasian family chauffeur, Bryan Nguyen.

Kim steps out of a world of crystal and chandelier to enter the dust and chaos of the working-class. She finds herself living under the roof of a shop cum living quarters with Bryan and his adoptive family.

Ever conscious of the privileged class, Kim struggles against the emotional ties she forms towards Bryan, the reluctant saviour, who considers her an unnecessary hitch to his already complicated life.

He still bears the scars of abandonment by his mother and his American GI father when U.S. troops pulled out of Vietnam.

Eventually Bryan and Kim's powerful attraction to each other begins to break down the walls between them, but is their attraction enough to blossom into a love that can sustain?

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November New Releases

Activate by Adele Jones (Rhiza Press, 1 November 2016)

Josh Hammond’s not who he says he is. To stay alive, he must guard his
identity, existing isolated from his former life and those he loves. The
one enemy he can’t outrun is his failing health, and time is short.
Desperate for a solution, Josh leaves the protection of his safe house
unapproved. Instead of a cure, he’s left powerless against a cunning
adversary. Determined to reclaim his life, he grasps an opportunity for
escape, but things go drastically wrong. Can he find a way to expose the
lies of a criminal mastermind, or will he be silenced? Forever.

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Operation Mistletoe Magic by Nicki Edwards (Momentum, 24 October 2016)

Christmas is looking grim for Melissa Allen. She has no one to celebrate with, as her boyfriend of five years left her for her best friend and, after losing her home in a fire, she has nowhere to live. Left without a choice, she accepts the offer to the stay with family friends Rob and Linda Nicholls.

Chris Nicholls is excited about bringing his five-year-old daughter, Jasmine, home to Lakefield, Ontario for her first white Christmas. The trip is a surprise for his parents, though no one is more surprised than Chris when he finds his childhood best friend in his parent's spare room. Surprise soon turns to delight as Chris has always had feelings for Melissa, feelings that are only getting stronger the longer they are together.

But Melissa has had her fill of heartbreak, and isn't willing to fall for a man who is only going to leave. And Jasmine? She doesn't want to share her daddy with anyone. If Chris has any hope of convincing Melissa and Jasmine that they have a future together as a family, he'll need all the mistletoe magic he can get.

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Seaside Christmas by Narelle Atkins (independent, 27 October 2016)

Chelsea Somers is the girl he never called back.

Six years later, former bad boy Gus Donovan is intrigued by Chelsea, but his past mistakes continue to haunt him. Gus is determined to prove he’s a changed man—prove it to his friends, his family, his father. And prove it to Chelsea.

Chelsea has embraced the faith she once mocked, and she’s focused on furthering her career in health promotion and staying away from politics. She’s drawn to Gus, although his busy role as an advisor for an Australian senator doesn’t impress her. When she’s forced to confront her fears and deal with a past family tragedy, can Gus convince her to trust him and take a chance on him?

A heartwarming Christmas romance novella set in Sydney, Australia. Seaside Christmas is a standalone novella and Book 3.5 in the Sydney Sweethearts series.

Seaside Christmas is currently available in 'An Aussie Summer Christmas' boxed set.

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All is Bright by Andrea Grigg (independent, 24 October 2016)

Amy Kirkwood is resigned to accept her destiny as a single woman. No one can measure up to Josh McMillan, her secret crush of fourteen years, and the man who was married to her late sister. But when Josh spends the weekend with Amy and her family on the anniversary of Tess’s death, everything changes.

A widower for five years, Josh McMillan is ready to love again, but he never expected to fall so fast for his sister-in-law, Amy Kirkwood. Then Josh receives a letter that rocks his world, and he knows he must show the letter to Amy, even though it may shatter their growing relationship.

Is their love strong enough to weather the storm unleashed from the secrets in their past?

A contemporary Christian romance novella, a spin-off story from ‘A Simple Mistake’.

All is Bright is currently available in 'An Aussie Summer Christmas' boxed set.

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Falling for Maddie Grace by Meredith Resce (independent, 28 October 2016)

Maddie Grace has followed her passion, and against all odds has become the first female professional football umpire in Australia.

When an on-field accident sees her caught up in play, and on the receiving end of a blow to the head that knocks her out, Maddie’s career is in jeopardy—not because of the accident, but because of the young man who knocked her out.

Zac Beecham is one of Australia’s most loved professional sports stars. He’s used to the intrusive paparazzi who seem determined to ferret out some dark and dirty secret where there is none. Having been open about his faith and Christian morals, he knows he is a target. So when he ends up on top of Maddie Grace, dazed and in a stupor from concussion, the media pounce on the visual images and decide to make a mountain out of a mole hill. Ridiculous headlines: Zac’s secret love affair with the ref – investigation into corrupt umpiring. 

Dodging headlines is one thing, but dodging Maddie Grace is another.

Falling for Maddie Grace is currently available in 'An Aussie Summer Christmas' boxed set.

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October New Releases

Becoming Me: Finding my true self in God by Jo-Anne Berthelsen (JMB Books, 1 October 2016)

In Becoming Me, Jo-Anne Berthelsen shares her own personal struggles with self-doubt, insecurity and perfectionism and her journey towards further self-understanding and freedom. Over time, she learns to allow God’s love and grace to do their transforming work, so that she can become more of the person God created her to be and live life with greater integrity. Her hope is that this book will inspire others to undertake their own journey of allowing God to remove those layers that hide their true and unique self, secure in the knowledge of God’s deep love and acceptance.

Available from www.jo-anneberthelsen.com, Amazon.com (e-book/print), Books in Stock, Koorong and other Christian bookstores

Chocolate Soldier: The Story of a Conchie by Hazel Barker (Rhiza Press, 1 October 2016)

London. 1940.

When World War II breaks out and men over eighteen are conscripted, Clarence Dover, a conscientious objector, refuses to go rather that compromise his principles.  Instead he joins the Friend's Ambulance Unit.  From the London Blitz to the far reaches of Asia the war tests Clarence in the crucible of suffering.  In the end, will he be able to hold his head up as proudly as the rest and say, to save lives, I risked my own?

One man will stand as God's soldier, not the war's soldier.

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Once Confronted by Lynne Stringer (Rhiza Press, 1 October 2016)

After a normal day turns disastrous, Madison Craig tries to put her life back together. She’s jumping at shadows and finds even familiar places terrifying. Can she forgive the men who hurt her?

 

Her friend Evan Mansfield sees no need to do anything but hate their assailants. He struggles with bitterness, but Maddy wants to move on. What will she do when one of the men asks for forgiveness?

Rhiza Press

September New Releases and ACW Birthday Survey winner announcement

ACW Birthday Survey

Many thanks to our ACW readers who completed our ACW Birthday Survey. We appreciated hearing your thoughts on how we can provide relevant content on our blog.

Congratulations to Meredith Resce who is the winner of our ACW Birthday Survey contest. Meredith can choose her prize from -  a $25 Amazon Gift Card OR a Free First 20 Pages Assessment for a fiction writer (worth $99 AUD).

August New Releases

In September we celebrate our 3rd birthday. We have produced a survey to help make the blog even better and need your help. It doesn't take long to fill in and we will have a prize for one person who fills in the survey. If you wish to go in the drawing you just need to leave your email address on the survey. Please know we will not be keeping addresses or using them for any other purpose. The winner will be announced in the new releases in September and has a choice of either a $25 Amazon gift voucher or a free First 20 pages assessment for a fiction writer (worth 99 AUD). 

The link is at ACW Birthday Survey

Heart of the Mountain (a short novella) by Jeanette O'Hagan (By the Light Books, 1 August 2016) 

YA Fantasy Adventure in the lost realm under the mountain. 

Twins Delvina and Retza’s greatest desire is to be accepted as prentices by their parents’ old crew when they stumble across a stranger. Trapped under the mountain, young Zadeki’s only thought is to escape home to his kin. Peril awaits all three youngsters. Will they pull apart or work together to save the underground realm? 

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July New Releases

Burn My Letters by Ruth Bonetti (independent release July 2016)

At the end of the 19th century Finland is a dark and repressive place. Pacifist and political dissenter Karl Johan Back is conscripted to fight for the Russian despots that occupy his country. In 1899 he flees to an untamed land on the far side of the world. Finding refuge on ridges overlooking the Byron Bay lighthouse in northern New South Wales, he grows orchids and lush tropical fruit.  

Intrigued by her ‘black sheep’ great-uncle, Ruth Bonetti pieces together the motives that propelled his flight. Finnish relatives share a treasure-trove of letters that provide answers to the many questions raised by Karl Johan’s quest for freedom.  

Why did Russian military police pursue him as far as Suez?

Why did he publish under a pen-name?

And, most intriguing of all, why did he implore his family to burn his letters?

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June New Releases

God's Pottery by Anne Hamilton (Armour Books, 1 June 2016) 

GOD’S POTTERY: The Sea of Names and the Pierced Inheritance

Guilt says, ‘I made a mistake.’ Shame says, ‘I am a mistake.’ Shame affects both our identity and destiny in Christ.

So it’s no coincidence that, in Hebrew, guilt and shame are related to the very thing that defines our true identity: our own name.

Name covenants and threshold covenants are meant to usher us into the hidden place in Christ where He is our shield and inheritance. Instead shame, disappointment and fear drive us into complicity with the enemy of our souls.

When the door into our calling opens but we experience constriction and wasting, not full and abundant life, then it’s time to uncover just what has gone wrong.

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Jilted by Varina Denman (David C Cook, 1 June 2016) 

Jilted, book three in the Mended Hearts series, releases June 1 through David C Cook. I'd love for it to be listed in the June New Releases of the ACW blog. I've attached a cover shot, and the blurb follows below. Thanks for considering.

Lynda Turner has struggled with depression since her husband abandoned her and their young daughter fifteen years ago. Yet unexpected hope awakens when a local ex-convict shows interest. As long-hidden secrets resurface, Lynda must fight for her emotional stability and for a life in which the shadow of shame is replaced by the light of love.

Jilted tells of a woman who has lost the joy of living, of a  man determined to draw her back toward happiness, and of a town that must--once and for all--leave the past where it belongs. It is a gentle reminder that all things can work together for good.

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Small & Pure a Cautionary Tale by Jo Hilder (Rhiza Press, 1 June 2016) 

Small and Pure - A Cautionary Tale by Jo Hilder is a picture book for young adults and grown-ups about self, identity and our true names.

The story of Small and Pure tenderly, yet solemnly, encourages us all to seek and hold onto our most authentic truths, lest we become burdened with identities that disguise, bury and eventually cause our very essence to disappear, perhaps forever.

Small and Pure is a little girl; a symbol of our most pure, untainted self. She grows up as all of us do, adapting to the world around her, subject to the expectations and conventions of those who keep her safe and into whose care she is entrusted. But something tragic happens to Small and Pure. She comes to us now with a sobering message, one she hopes we will learn before it’s too late.

Told with such beautiful passion and evoking collages, Small and Pure is a must-have for all bookshelves. 

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Congratulations to Nicki Edwards on winning Romance Writers of Australia Favourite Cover for this year in the Contemporary Romance for Operation White Christmas.

Book Launch Wrap Up (and a giveaway)

I had the most wonderful time at my book launch last Sunday so I thought I'd share some photos with you.  Apart from being uncharacteristically nervous before everyone arrived, I soon relaxed and thoroughly enjoyed myself. It was difficult meeting so many new people - not easy for an introvert - and even more difficult when I didn't recognize people. Did you know that no-one looks anything like their Facebook profile photos?!  Fortified by Pepsi Max and chocolate I managed to smile and meet and greet nearly 80 people who turned out for the event. It exceeded my expectations and I was blown away by the love and support of the people in the room - some family, some friends and some strangers. One highlight (there were so many) was meeting a gorgeous woman in her 80's. She bowled up to me and announced I had looked after her in the emergency department a few months earlier. I remembered her then - she was reading a rural romance book and we had a lovely discussion about books and I told her I was an author. She told me she found out my name and asked her son to track me down. It turns out he is an avid reader and had one of my books on his Kindle which he had read and enjoyed. He heard about the book launch (no idea how) and brought his Mum along. Even better, she won a book in the door prize! I've already decided she's also 'won' a part as a minor character in my next book! (Her name is Fleur, so look out for her!) Of course the other highlight was having Andrea Grigg play such a large part in the day. I was so blessed she flew down from Queensland to share the occasion with me. I know many others were with me in spirit. After my husband welcomed everyone, Andrea asked me some questions about my book and the inspiration for my characters then hit me with twenty "off the top of my head" questions. I thought I'd share them with you. Who is your favourite female character from your books so far? Mackenzie Kennedy-Jones (Intensive Care) Favourite male character? Matt Robertson (The Peppercorn Project) Which genre do you enjoy reading apart from romance? Legal thrillers ED or ICU? Tough call - love them both - Emergency Department. Name three authors you'd love to meet. Jodi Picoult, Lee Child, John Grisham What household chore do you hate the most? ALL! Favourite take away. Fish and chips. Favourite movie. The Notebook. How did you meet Tim? At school. Was it love at first sight? Definitely not! Name 3 people from history you'd like to have dinner with. Princess Diana, Florence Nightingale, Michelle Obama What kind of music do you listen to? Worship and Classical Hobbies apart from writing. None! Tea or coffee? Neither - haven't tasted either. Sweet or Savoury? Definitely sweet. Coke or Pepsi? Pepsi Max Would you like to do more study? If so, what? Yes. Education. Worst part of your job. Not knowing how a patient is after they've left ICU or ED and hoping their recovery  went well. Would you ever get a tattoo? Definitely not!! After it was all over, although I felt like I could sleep for a week, we went out to dinner and celebrated with my gorgeous family. On Monday Andrea and I went out to search for my book on the shelves in store. Friends had already been sharing their "shelfies" including this one of my friend Cindy's daughter Ruby who apparently squealed so loudly when she saw my book that she could be heard across the other side of the store!    I don't look quite as excited as Ruby, but I assure you, I was dancing on the inside! How gorgeous does it look on the shelves at K-Mart?  Even more exciting was this photo sent to me by Jeff Townsend who found it in the Number 1 spot at Big W in Orange! But the highlight of the entire release of The Peppercorn Project was this photo sent to me by my friend Jane. This is her beautiful Mum on the eve of her 94th birthday sitting up in bed with her hair all done ready for her big day. She's already caught up in the story!  It doesn't get better than this, and that's why I write. Although I already have three books and a novella out in e-book and print on demand format, the buzz of seeing my book on the shelves is incomparable - it somehow makes it feel more 'real'. The promotion journey continues with magazine articles ('Yours' and 'Take 5') and newspaper features ('Melbourne Herald Sun' on 18th June and 'The Weekly Review') plus more guest blog posts scheduled for the next few weeks. It's a busy time. And then of course I need to do the edits for Critical Condition which comes out in September and edits for Operation Mistletoe Magic which comes out in November and then Leah needs a story of her own too. Who agrees? I'd love to give away a copy of The Peppercorn Project (paperback) to bless someone. To enter, you need to tell me who is your favourite hero and heroine from one of my books or novella! Easy! Please head to my website www.nickiedwards.com.au to sign up to my newsletter.  Purchase links to all my books can be found below: Amazon (Australia): http://bit.ly/1RhhTSX Amazon (US): http://amzn.to/1T4Tm8p Amazon (Uk): http://amzn.to/1S2jC1e iBooks: http://apple.co/1XxhQad Kobo: http://bit.ly/20e996e

May New Releases

Contest news ~ Congratulations to Iola Goulton on being awarded a semi-final place in the 2016 ACFW Genesis Contest in the novella category! 

The Peppercorn Project by Nicki Edwards (Momentum, May 31, 2016) 

One heartbroken woman. One bitter cop. One community to save them.

After the tragic death of her husband, single mum Isabelle Cassidy is bereft and broke. When she hears about The Peppercorn Project – a scheme that offers affordable rent in the tiny but vibrant town of Stony Creek – Issie sees it as her family's best chance at a fresh start.

Newly single police officer Matt Robertson moved to Stony Creek to lick his wounds after a bitter divorce. Wanting only peace and quiet, Matt is against the Project, seeing it as a threat to the peace he's found in the country town – until he meets Issie. Despite himself, Matt is drawn to the widow and feels inexplicably protective of her fragile family.

Just when Issie begins to imagine a future with Matt, an accident proves how far she has to go before she can move beyond her grief. But the citizens of Stony Creek won't rest until they see these two broken souls find a new beginning, together.

Can Issie move beyond the pain of her past and entrust Matt with her family, and her heart? A gorgeous rural romance for fans of Fiona McArthur, Rachael Johns and Fiona McCallum.

http://nickiedwards.com.au/

Philippians & Philemon: Joy in the Lord by Paul Barnett (Aquila Press, 22 April 2016) 


Paul skilfully unpacks these small but comprehensive letters, guiding readers to discover answers to the questions ‘What is joy?’ and ‘How can it be God’s gift to suffer for Christ’s sake?’. Paul helps readers to dig deeper into these New Testament books and encourages them to praise the one who promises to finish the good work he began in us.

This non-technical commentary is ideal for preachers and leaders, Bible study groups, and for personal study in the word. It is a valuable addition to the Reading the Bible Today series.

Paul Barnett, former Anglican Bishop of North Sydney (1990–2001), is an honorary Associate in Ancient History at Macquarie University, Teaching Fellow at Regent College, Vancouver, and Emeritus Lecturer at Moore College, Sydney. Paul is a prominent author on the history of Christianity and the life and character of Jesus.

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Mail Order Surprise by Lucy Thompson (Winged Publications, 27 April 2016) 

Colorado, 1881. Lydia Walsh is on the run. The quiet rancher she marries and expected to find safety and protection with turns out to have three siblings, next to nothing to live on, and is a crack shot who may or may not be one of the states best cattle rustlers.

Beau Harding wants to keep his family together and do the right thing by them. His mail order bride comes with her own set of baggage: two more mouths to feed and empty hearts begging him to fill. The job he took for some quick money gets him thrown in jail for rustling, and then to clear his name he takes on another job--and learns that his wife may have been the one plotting his family’s downfall all along.

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Kyoto Sakura Tanka by Andrew Lansdown (Rhiza Press, 1 May, 2016) 

This unique book takes readers on a fascinating journey through Japan’s heartland, introducing them to subjects ranging from birds, bamboos and blossoms to omikuji, origami and shishiodoshi, in settings ranging from canals and gardens to castles and temples. 

All the poems are written in a form traditional to Japan, an ancient poetic form known as tanka (or waka).

Kyoto Sakura Tanka is Andrew Lansdown’s fifteenth published collection of poetry and his first published collection of photography.

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The Warrior Lord's Sword by Ray Hawkins (Ray Hawkins, 4 April 2016)

Hebrews 4:12 tells us that God's Word is sharper than any two-edged sword. As you read this 31 day Devotional Meditation you will appreciate what the bible says about itself. 

It shares with us God's breath is in print. How it has eternity  woven in it and that what it reveals cannot be broken. This devotional will build your confidence in the integrity and inspiration of the Scriptures. You will be motivated to read the Bible and see/hear what it says to you. Your faith will be strengthened and your hope made brighter as you realise the unchanging truth of God's Word.

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April New Releases

Close to You by Kara Isaac (Howard Books, April 26, 2016) 

A disgraced scholar running from her past and an entrepreneur chasing his future find themselves thrown together—and fall in love—on a Tolkien tour of New Zealand.

Allison Shire (yes, like where the Hobbits live) is a disgraced academic who is done with love. Her belief in “happily ever after” ended the day she discovered her husband was still married to a wife she knew nothing about. She finally finds a use for her English degree by guiding tours through the famous sites featured in the Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movies. By living life on the road and traveling New Zealand as a luxury tour guide, Allison manages to outrun the pain of her past she can’t face.

Jackson Gregory was on the cusp of making it big. Then suddenly his girlfriend left him—for his biggest business competitor—and took his most guarded commercial secrets with her. To make matters worse, the Iowa farm that has been in his family for generations is facing foreclosure. Determined to save his parents from financial ruin, he’ll do whatever it takes to convince his wealthy great-uncle to invest in his next scheme, which means accompanying him to the bottom of the world to spend three weeks pretending to be a die-hard Lord of the Rings fan, even though he knows nothing about the stories. The one thing that stands between him and his goal is a know-it-all tour guide who can’t stand him and pegged him as a fake the moment he walked off the plane.

When Allison leads the group through the famous sites of the Tolkien movies, she and Jackson start to see each other differently, and as they keep getting thrown together on the tour, they find themselves drawn to each other. Neither expected to fall in love again, but can they find a way beyond their regrets to take a chance on the one thing they’re not looking for?

http://www.amazon.com/Close-You-Novel-Kara-Isaac-ebook/dp/B010MH1HQ6/

The Kingdom of the Air by C.T. Wells (Rhiza Press, 1 April 2016)

A young Messerschmitt pilot is shot down over Dartmoor. He tries to evade a manhunt, knowing that if he falls into British hands, his war will be over. But when Josef Schafer encounters a sinister agent of the emerging Special Operations Executive, his troubles have only begun. He is returned to occupied France having made an impossible deal with the British.

As the air war escalates, Josef is in danger in the sky and on the land. His allegiances are tested as he is torn between loyalty to his Luftwaffe comrades and a French woman whom he is compelled to serve.

"From the fiery first chapter, through the high-stakes excitement of electrifying air combat, twisting spy plots and the dark domain of the WW2 French Resistance, C.T. Wells takes you on a sky-high thrill-ride that never lets you down," Peter Greene, Director of The Adventure Writer’s Competition.

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Beyond the Flight by Carol Preston (Rhiza Press, 1 April 2016)

Beyond the Fight is about the battles raged and the victories won within Australian families and communities during World War I.

Set in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales and in the surrounds of Adelaide, this is a story based on real families confronted with some shocking changes and challenges which faced Australians in 1914 when the world was at war.

“It raises questions about the conflicts among people who had previously lived side by side in harmony, the divisions between those who believed in going to war and those who didn’t, the roles women played in supporting their country and their men, and the changes that would affect Australian politics, attitudes and community life forever," said author Carol Preston. 

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