INTRODUCTION

Hi everyone My name is Victoria Zumbrum, 40 years old, married 14 years with 1 son. This is my very first blog. So bear with me. I have always wanted to have my own blog. I have always loved to read. I enjoy getting lost in a good book.
I love becoming part of the story and characters. I am hoping to bring my love of books to my readers.

I love reading different genres such as paranormal, young adult, romance, romantic suspense, mystery, Christian fiction, some horror, etc. The list goes on. I started reviewing books a couple of years ago and have done reviews for different blogs and even some authors. I really have enjoyed reviewing books and I will continue to do so. If anyone is interested in me reviewing a book for them, please contact me. I still have a lot to learn regarding my own blog so bear with me. I welcome and appreciate all followers.

Saturday, July 27, 2019

Love On the Line Book Tour and Giveaway


Love
on the Line
Women
at Work Book 1
by
Kirsten Fullmer
Genre:
Women's Fiction, Romance

She’s
an ordinary girl in an extraordinary situation.





Andrea
left her comfortable home and her family to take a job building a
pipeline with her estranged grandpa, Buck. She’s always been
curious about his job, and why her mother dislikes him so much. She
doesn’t expect, however, to uncover buried family secrets, for the
job to be so difficult, or to be the only women on site.

Rooster
isn’t a bad guy. He respects women; he was raised by one of the
best. But that new girl on the job is too small and feminine. She’s
a distraction, plain and simple, and she doesn’t belong on a
pipeline. This job is his chance to impress Buck Brennan, a pipeline
legend, and no girly greenhorn or workplace romance is going to ruin
it for him.

Will
Andrea prove herself to her grandfather and forge a relationship with
the old man, or will continuous disagreements and unexpected sexual
tension between Andrea and Rooster derail their hard work? Find out
in this extraordinary coming of age story




**Only
.99 cents!!**




Kirsten
is a dreamer with an eye for art and design. She worked in the
engineering field, taught college, and consulted free lance. Due to
health problems, she retired in 2012 to travel with her husband. They
live and work full time in a 40' travel trailer with their little dog
Bingo. Besides writing romance novels, she enjoys selling art on Etsy
and spoiling their three grandchildren.





As
a writer, Kirsten's goal is to create strong female characters who
face challenging, painful, and sometimes comical situations. She
believes that the best way to deal with struggle, is through
friendship and women helping women. She knows good stories are based
on interesting and relatable characters.








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Tigers Love Bubble and Baths and Obsession Perfume Book Tour and Giveaway


Tigers
Love Bubble Baths & Obsession Perfume (who knew!)
by
Mary K Savarese

Genre:
Cozy Mystery 

Angie
Pantera thought she had the perfect life: a loving, devoted husband
of twenty-five years, two wonderful, grown children, and an impending
wedding anniversary celebration with friends and family.
 
But
the celebration is ruined by a cheating husband, and Angie’s life
devolves into a living nightmare—until serendipity brings her to
Birdsong, Maine, as recreation director at the Home of the Little
Flower. 
A
church-run nursing home that is slowly wasting away with its
nonagenarian inhabitants, the Home could use a miracle . . . or maybe
a facsimile of one. A bit of creative advertising prompts Angie to
buy a bouquet of “magical” dandelions, and in a flash of
inspiration, she knows exactly how to bring light to these dark days.
After all, no one is ever too old for wishes.
But
then people start dying, and the only thing they have in common is
Angie. Harangued by a distrustful elder and under suspicion by the
police, Angie must fight to clear her good name as she seeks out the
truth: Is this a miracle or murder?











I
was born and grew up in Brooklyn, New York, going on to earn a
business degree in accounting from City University, NY. Soon after I
found myself working in insurance and financing and went on to marry
my wonderful husband. We moved to New England. 


I
have spent thirteen years as a religious education teacher and have
lived and worked in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. For the
past decade, I have served as a Eucharistic minister at my local
Catholic church, bringing the Eucharist to community nursing homes.
After raising a family in CT, my husband and I became Florida
Residents though continue to spend time in CT where I continue in my
ministry

My debut novel is a
contemporary Spiritual Mystery that transcends three genres: Mystery,
Spirituality, and Romance. I love to write imaginative stories for
all ages! I hope you enjoy this story and look out for more to
follow!








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Friday, July 26, 2019

Etherya's Earth Series Book Tour and Giveaway


The
End of Hatred
Etherya's
Earth Book 1
by
Rebecca Hefner


Genre:
Paranormal Romance 

These
are dangerous times on Etherya’s Earth…


Slayer Princess
Miranda, heir to the throne, has hated the Vampyres for a thousand
years. Since the Awakening, she's fought to protect her people,
choosing to be a warrior more than a royal. When a female Vampyre
washes up on the shore of her compound’s riverbank, she seizes the
moment to take the offensive.

Sathan, King of the Vampyres,
distraught at his sister’s disappearance and captivity, agrees to
travel with Miranda to resect the Blade of Pestilence, also hoping to
change his people’s state of endless war. Although the woman hates
him due to the constant raids on her compound for the Slayers’
life-giving blood, he can’t help but admire the stubborn and strong
princess.

As their journey progresses, both begin to
understand that they are aligned in their hatred of Crimeous, leader
of the Deamons, as well as their hope for peace between the Slayers
and Vampyres. Determined to fight their growing attraction, they
forge a tentative truce. But old wounds run deep and trust is scarce.
Their faith in each other must remain strong or all will be lost…




**The
Etherya's Earth series is best read in order, so that the reader can
enjoy the evolution of the characters. After all, the author loves a
good twist and wants the reader to uncover them organically. However,
readers of romance rest assured that each book has its own featured
hero/heroine and HEA.



**Only
.99 cents!!**


The
Elusive Sun
Etherya's
Earth Book 2

Lila,
a high-born aristocrat of the Vampyre kingdom, was betrothed to
Sathan, King of the Vampyres, for a thousand years. The betrothal,
declared by the goddess Etherya, was deemed unbreakable. Although she
cared for Sathan, and loved him as her king, secretly her heart
yearned for his brother. When Sathan falls for another, Lila ends the
betrothal, terrified at what her life will become now that she won’t
be queen.


Latimus has loved Lila since they played together on
the grassy riverbank as children. Knowing that his brother was the
better man, he never begrudged his betrothal to the woman he secretly
loved. Now that Sathan has married another, Latimus becomes aware of
Lila’s feelings. Determined to push her into the arms of a worthier
man, he believes that a war-torn army commander such as he could
never offer her the life she deserves.

As the war against the
Deamons rages, Latimus fights for his people, protecting them against
the evil Dark Lord Crimeous. When Lila suffers a brutal attack,
Latimus is shaken to his core. Determined to avenge her, he
acknowledges the emotion that has always burned for her in his
blackened heart. But Lila has moved on and as the war ensues he
worries that it might be too late to claim her...











The
Darkness Within
Etherya's
Earth Book 3

Arderin,
princess of the illustrious Vampyre kingdom, has always marched to
the beat of her own drum. Motivated by a calling to heal others,
frustration consumes her since her brother, King Sathan, doesn’t
understand her desire to study medicine in the human world. Moreover,
the son of the Dark Lord Crimeous has moved onto their compound and
he seems obsessed with driving her absolutely insane. Hating him for
his sharp tongue and dark nature, she tries to squelch her unwelcome
attraction to him.


Darkrip has been enthralled by Arderin
since the night he knocked her unconscious and sent her down the
river, prompting the end of the War of the Species. Never has he met
a woman more beautiful and passionate. Frustrated by her dramatics
and consumed by his desire for her, he vows to stay away. For the son
of Crimeous, with his malevolent blood, could never have children or
a normal life.

When Crimeous threatens both their lives,
forcing them into a shared captivity, they do everything they can to
escape and survive. As their connection grows, so does their
attraction. Knowing they have no future together, and the
consequences of furthering their relationship would be disastrous,
they forge ahead in the conflict against the Dark Lord. But the
Universe is fickle and can muddle with even the best laid intentions…








The
Reluctant Savior
Etherya's
Earth Book 4

Evie,
daughter of virtuous Princess Rina and malicious Deamon King
Crimeous, is a woman torn in half. The first centuries of her life
taught her fervent lessons about pain and suffering. For ages, she
suppressed her mother’s noble blood, crafting a reality where she
was drifting alone, needing no one. Until an ancient prophecy calls
to her, possibly creating a purpose for her squalid
existence.


Kenden has commanded the Slayer army for a thousand
years. Strong, cunning and loyal, he longs for the day when Crimeous
has been defeated and he can settle down to build a family. Focused
on conquering the Dark Lord, he is stunned when Evie makes a brazen
demand that must be fulfilled before she chooses to fight with
them.

Although incensed by Evie’s ultimatum, Kenden has
never desired a woman more than the flame-haired vixen. Though she
stirs his ire, he also has a deep well of compassion for the beauty
who suffered so much trauma centuries ago. Together they train and by
night their connection grows, building toward the moment when they
will battle her father. But, in the end, Evie has a choice and
struggles to espouse righteousness over malevolence. For when one’s
worst fears are exposed, the evil is so much easier to embrace…








Rebecca
Hefner grew up in Western NC and now calls the Hudson River of NYC
home. In her youth she would sneak into her mother's bedroom and raid
the bookshelf, falling in love with the stories of Judith McNaught,
Sandra Brown and Nora Roberts. Years later that love of a good
romance, with lots of great characters and conflicts, has extended to
her other favorite authors such as JR Ward and Lisa Kleypas. Also a
huge Game of Thrones and Star Wars fan, she loves an epic fantasy and
a surprise twist (Luke, he IS your father). One day, over a decade
ago, she began writing her own stories and recently mustered the
courage to leave her corporate medical device sales job and become a
full-time author. 






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Hell On The Highway Book Tour and Giveaway


Hell
On the Highway
The
Raven Boys Series Book 2
by
Stephanie Nichole


Genre:
MC Romance 

Jude
is used to doing everything on her own. There are two people that she
knows she can rely on, her father and best friend Kai. However, her
father’s failing health has her barely managing financially.
Between nursing school, medial bill co-pays and everyday life she’s
struggling. Her only saving grace is racing. When she gets an inside
invite to the elusive Brody Raven drag races she knows she can’t
refuse.
Brody
Raven is the youngest and wildest of the Raven brothers. They own and
operate a local bar as well as the Raven MC. However, Brody loves to
drag race and it’s no secret that he runs an illegal drag racing
set up behind the bar.
Brody
isn’t prepared for Jude and his cocky, undefeated attitude catches
up to him behind the wheel of his car. However, losing is the last
thing on his mind once he lays eyes on Jude but she has a secret, a
big secret, that could completely tear them apart.


**read
as a standalone **











Twin
Flames
The
Raven Boys Series Book 1

by
M.A. Lee

Ivy
Allan left home and never looked back. Ivy believes she has enough
distance between her dark past to be able to live as the new Ivy- the
girl no one knows. However, when she arrives at college and befriends
wild-child Lacy, her journey to a new life is distracted by a Raven
Boy. 
Jameson
Raven only loved one thing; his motorcycle. Being every girls wet
dream, Jameson  is a legend in the motorcycle club world. Never
taking life too seriously, this cocky bad boy didn't care about
anything or anyone other than his clubhouse. But, that all changed
the day he met Ivy. 
 After
a chance encounter with Ivy, Jameson finds himself intrigued by the
mysterious girl who seems unaffected by his appeal. Only, Jameson
won't take no for an answer when it comes to Ivy. 
What
begins as a troubled friendship quickly evolves into a wild and
steamy romance. With an enemy of the Raven Boys set out to destroy
the Raven Clubhouse Jameson and his brothers will stop at nothing to
save their clubhouse and their family name. With Ivy's help, Jameson
discovers what is really worth fighting for. And both Jameson and Ivy
are willing to get burned in the process of finding love. 


**read
as a standalone! **










**Book
3, Entangled Rivals releases in July and Book 4, Burning Hearts
releases in August!!**


Stephanie
Nichole lives in a small town with her family in New Mexico. She
graduated college in 2010 with a degree in business and accounting.
However, her true passion is all things book related. As a student
English and Literature were her favorite subjects. Weekly library
trips with her mother also helped instill her love for books.
Stephanie would look forward to summer most of all, not because she
was out of school but for the summer reading groups at her local
library. After a friend's encouragement she started her author
journey in 2016.



Stephanie
is an avid book, music and old Hollywood movie lover. When she's not
busy reading or writing she's probably binge watching Netflix or
PassionFlix. Some of her favorite authors are: Edgar Allan Poe, Abbi
Glines, Colleen Hoover, Alessandra Torre, K. Bromberg, Tarryn Fisher,
Nicholas Sparks and F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Stephanie
also loves to connect with her readers on social media.











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Thursday, July 25, 2019

Legend of Song de Light Audio Book






a
duet in an all-time signature by Kaitlynzq
midnight’s
pink undercurrent
sunrise’s
hum
lovecontu
continuous
dream
in-real time
tru’adreyam
ocean
in the sky
sky
within the ocean
In
the series Lovecontu Song de Light Lovecontu
A
series that interweaves interior elements from the stories together
like gentle hugs to one’s heart from Ancient Script of
Lovecontu
audio poem, a vocal surround of unique instrumental notes from
Legend of Song de Light audio book, layers of
quiet
a cappella from inside of Legend of Song de Light audio play,
to petal soft pink glows that hum throughout the hours
held
within Lovecontu Song de Light Lovecontu audio set.
The
following links will guide you to the vocal recording for an extended
and expanded upon scene of moments that
subtly
touch inside of Legend of Song de Light audio book, and Legend
of Song de Light
audio play, and are
composed
in the notes of lovecontu tru’adreyam.


For
the audio version on my audio streams:


And,
for the audio streams and text version on my blog:
https://kaitlynzq.com/blog/extended-amp-expanded-upon-scenes-three-for-legend-of-song-de-light





Legend
of Song de Light
audio book is included in the series of
interconnected stories Lovecontu Song de Light Lovecontu .
A
series of interior connections of lovecontu with feather light
whispers of love, sonic palettes of radiant-ambient colors,
and
songs from within of continuance.




Reviews
for Legend of Song de Light audio book

...the
author creates this book of intimate passions, you have what will
soon become one of your favorite audio books. The author effectively
draws you into each character's scene and sets them (the characters)
up individually and as a unit. You are allowed to discover their
personalities and passions. I found myself envisioning each room,
each touch and each emotion the author pulled out of her characters…”
by
Kay with KayBee’s Bookshelf https://www.kaybeesbookshelf.com


...This
stunningly original composition is heartbreaking yet uplifting and
not to be missed…” by Lynda with Books Direct
https://www.booksdirectonline.com


Kaitlynzq
puts together a magnificent "song" with her words of Legend
of Song de Light...The music in the background was chosen perfectly
as it almost danced around her words…”
by
Amy with Amy’s Bookshelf Reviews
http://writeramyshannon.wixsite.com/bookshelfreviews


Wonderful
imagery and compelling tales!...Kaitlynzq’s storytelling technique
in Legend of Song de Light is quite unique. ...There is an artistic
take on fiction, heightened by the effects of poetry, photography and
ballet expressed in each tale…” by Marie with Writing in the
Modern Age http://marielavender.blogspot.com


Excellent
book I really loved it.” by Nancy









Information
for the audio book: Recorded in Kaitlynzq’s voice with a blend of
music like a heart’s wave into
downloadable
mp3 files.




Available
for purchase

HERE


My
fictional stories are written from the inside view


of a
character’s interior heart-that





beautiful, vulnerable,
intimate space
feelings, desires, needs, dreams

a blend
of

delicate feather ripples of heart waves
needs, feelings,
dreams, desires
quiet, gentle heart strings
tender,
continuous
soft, vulnerable air mist
circles, weaves to
caress
a sonic sea of heart’s breath

Woven into audio
books that are recorded in my voice with a medley of music as a
heart’s wave into
downloadable mp3 files; audio plays adapted
from the audio books, and layered into pdf files like a
heart’s
song; audio poems that are multiple poems designed to connect to form
a story as a heart’s breath;
and audio sets that are sets of
these interconnected stories with elements from each story that
interweave
in one another as heart’s wave, heart’s song,
heart’s breath.







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Anomaly Book Tour and Giveaway


Anomaly
by
Derra Nicole Sabo

Genre:
Biography

It's
3am...While most minds are in a blissful state of slumber, mine is
wide awake conjuring and pondering endless thoughts. Eyes are fixated
on the dark popcorn ceiling above and ears are soaking in blue tunes
as my autopilot mind becomes overwhelmed with the past, future and
every cherry topped dream in between.


These
thoughts range from warm and fuzzy to dark and slightly crippling.
Sometimes I wish that my mind had an off switch so that I could power
down at night. No such luck. So, wakie wakie! Grab yourself a coffee
and a snack because it's 3am and I have so many thoughts to share
with you.






As
someone with anxiety, writing is my way of speaking. When my verbal
skills fail, my pen excels. I have always had something to say to the
world and to the humans residing in it, I just could never get my
mind and mouth to be on the same level. So, I picked up a pen and
haven't looked back. I have a message for you. A message for my
family, my friends and to all the beating hearts. Dear You is a
letter personally written, from me to you.






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