Author: The Owl Lady

Viv Drewa is a Michigan native who has enjoyed reading and writing since 1963. Though she studied medicinal chemistry at the University of Michigan, her passion has always been writing. She had been awarded third place for her nonfiction short story about her grandfather's escape from Poland. Later, she rewrote this story and was published in the "Polish American Journal" as "From the Pages of Grandfather's Life" and has republished it on Amazon.com as a short story. Viv took creative and journalism courses to help in her transition to fulfill her dream of becoming a writer. She worked as an intern for Port Huron's 'The Times Herald", and also wrote, edited and did the layout or the Blue Water Multiple Sclerosis newsletter "Thumb Prints." She also has a business promoting authors. Owl and Pussycat Book Promotions. Viv, her husband Bob and their cat Princess, live in Port Huron, Michigan.
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Cupcakes and Kisses by Barbi Barnard – #WomensHumorousFiction, #HumorousFiction

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Sabotage or assist? ` Trent Leeds is uncertain about many things in his life. Will he help the mousey Shelby win over the guy of her dreams? Or will he show her he is the right guy?
Shelby Davis is a local baker who has a secret crush on the new attorney in town, Drew Collins. But when her dream guy comes to her to ask if she can rent out her extra room over the shop to his old friend, Trent, she hesitates. After all, Trent Leeds is not exactly a clean-cut guy. He screams “I’m a player.” He is easy on the eyes, but Shelby can see that Trent is not exactly a church choir boy.
Trent Leeds is trying to figure out what to do with his life. He has had enough trouble for one lifetime. When he sees how crazy the shy little baker is and how she seems to jump each time Drew is around, he decides to help her win him over.
However, the more he helps her open up and reveal the woman inside of her, the more he sees a woman he could possibly fall in love with. He knows he is not her usual type of man. Can he become something safe and secure for a woman like her? Is he willing to give up his wild bachelor days and settle down into the man his parents always hoped he would one day be?
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Lauren

Wow

This book y’all gave me the feels .. Shelby is crushing on Drew but it’s not what she thought once Trent comes along and y’all Trent stole the show and my heart!!!

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The Prince: A Crown and Dagger Book Three: (The Never Lands Saga) by Andi Lawrencovna – #FairyTales, #NewAdult&College

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#amwriting, #novel, #mswl, #romanticfantasy, #darkfantasy, #paranormalfantasy

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It’s time. Within a year the Prince must die, or he and his people and his kingdom will survive uncontested. Within a year, but there are those already on the move, already lying in wait to fulfill fate. Reports of a mercenary army have begun to spread throughout the land. Soldiers have been called to prepare for war and captains have been summoned to lead them. Spies have been sent forth to gather information. Assassins have been requisitioned to hunt out those meant to die.
And princes have been sent to hide deep within the woods.
Kit can’t help looking around every corner for his Captain far away on her own mission. Perhaps he should look harder for the trees to hide more secrets than just the elves of the forest.
How long can you hide from your enemies find you? How long can you lie before the truth sets you free? And who will find you when the smoke clears, and you’re safe once more?
How much can you endure before you can’t bear the burden of prophecy anymore?
Once upon a time…
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dlewis

Loved this book!

What an ending to a great story! While there are a few things about The Prince that I didn’t care for, the book is an absolute must-read. Emotions run that gamut in this last book about Kit and Eli. From love and loss to desperation and anguish, to anger and heartbreak. It’s all there. The reader feels it! One of my few suggestions, or criticisms, would be that, while that actual villain didn’t come as a real surprise to me, he should have paid a lot more dearly in the form of some sort of public display! Also, she uses a little bit of language in this one book that is really unnecessary, in my opinion. But neither of these really affects whether or not I would recommend this book or the entire series to anyone!
Lawrencovna’s characters are well developed and personal. I truly love her writing style. All three books are emotional and you really feel for her characters. But this last one was something else. Yes, I did cry…more than once, but it’s a perfect ending to a well written re-imagined telling of Ella and Prince Charming. I’ll be looking forward to reading more from Lawrencovna!
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Coming in May: Summer: Book VI of the PlayNISE Series by Ryanne Anthony

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#contemporary, #romance, #interracial, #multicultural, #indieauthor, #indiepromo, #authorpromo

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Natalia Wilde had a mother at who the devil himself would shake his head… Anitra Wilde feigned illnesses for Natalia in order to take advantage of kind strangers and businesses, for her own personal greed, and forced her daughter to endure treatment after treatment, until her accomplices turned on her to save themselves. Natalia’s world crumbled when she discovered all her mother’s schemes, but, with the help of therapy, she survived it all, and denounced her imprisoned mother. A natural survivor, Natalia graduates from college, and soon after, is installed in the Chicago Public School system, and loves her true, close, and protective friends Charise, her college dormmate, and her husband, Camden. Having dinner in Eliza’s Homestyle Diner, Natalia encounters Elijah Timmons, a precocious, motherless nine-year-old, who instantly steals her heart and every minute of her free time. Natalia also finds love with the diner’s handsome owner, and a connection to young Elijah she never thought possible.

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A Viral Dawn author takeover party in a group called Reanimated Writers Zombie Fiction Fan Group on Facebook.

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NEW FROM TRISH EDMISTEN – Ride or Die (Nice Ink Book 2) – Pre-order now! – #GayFiction, #GayRomance, #LGBTRomance

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#romanceauthor #contemporary romance #romancewriter #newadultromance

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Flynn Murphy doesn’t need a man, especially not the cocky and confident Derek Nice. So what if Derek is a cop? Flynn learned a long time ago that just because someone is supposed to do the right thing doesn’t mean he will. Trusting someone is a mistake he’s never repeating again.

Derek isn’t worried that Flynn isn’t letting him get close yet. All Derek needs is one chance to show Flynn how good they can be together. And he’s not stopping until he gets it.

This is a 78K word story with no cheating and a guaranteed HEA.
Trigger Warning: This story deals with childhood sexual abuse. All instances occur off page but are discussed in detail by the MC.

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Indelible (A New Life Book, 5) by Samantha Jacobey – #Action&Adventure, #Mystery, #Thriller, #Suspense

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#Thriller #Suspense #DarkRead #DarkRomance #SamJac
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Tori Farrell’s path has been a long one. She was raised by a Motorcycle Gang called the Dragons, trained as an assassin, and lived by the sword in a world consisting of drugs, sex, violence, and murder. She made her escape and even successfully thwarted a second attempt to draw her back in.
Returning to her safe new life, Tori faces unforeseen challenges, as the discovery of her Rock Star relation, Brian Madson, gives way to the desire to have the life she was born to live. Haunted by fear, and caught in a fierce battle between her husband and brother, she must learn to accept her dark past and face her future boldly. The FBI and The Organization still linger in the shadows, and time is creeping forward, pushing her to choose. Which path will she take, and where will it lead, when she is forced to decide between destiny and fate…
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Indelible by Samantha Jacobey is the fifth book in The New Life Series. This book picks up where Exposed left off. Tori has been trying to settle into her new life. She now has Michael by her side, and some of the questions from her past have been answered. This now brings a new set of problems for Tori. She now has a brother that is a rock star, and he has seen her play the guitar and wants her to join the band. But Tori’s fears keep her from seeing how good she really is. Michael just wants things to go back to the way they were. She wants to settle down and have a normal life since she was robbed of one as a child. But just when you think things are going good, she is thrown into yet another set of problems. Can Tori and Michael’s relationship really last when she gets unexpected news that someone from her past is in needs her help? I have loved this whole series so far and can’t wait to see what Samantha has in store for the next book.
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Be More Successful with Marketing and AdvertiZING by Pamela Ackerson – #Advertising, #Creativity, #Self-Help

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Have you run out of ideas? Hit a plateau in your sales? Are you banging your head trying to come up with marketing and advertising techniques that will get those sales started again?
Focused mainly on authors and anyone in the publishing industry, there’s an abundance of information that can be utilized to increase exposure. It’s a Call-to-Action and is specially written to help you move into a positive forward motion. There are ideas and techniques that can be taken advantage of before you finish reading.
Sometimes you just need a little nudge to get your creative juices flowing and release all those ideas that are rolling around, begging to get out. It’ll help you with the basic principles to build an effective marketing plan and be more successful. Get a fresh insight and understanding of how to reach your goals, get your momentum going, and build the following you need to succeed.
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Rebecca Andrews

Thanks for the wonderful information

Pamela Ackerson’s book was spot on and full of thought-provoking, honest ways to market your book.
I want to thank her for taking the time to put this together. This is one resource I will use as I begin my own marketing journey.

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Lettie’s Plight by Michael Bussa – #Mystery, #Thriller, #Suspense

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Born in the Victorian era, in the slums of Bethnal Green, Lettie vowed never to follow in her mother’s dismal footsteps — even if it killed her!
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wayne hammond

Lettie’s Plight will not disappoint you. Settings are always researched and blend with …

If you are familiar with Michael Bussa’s writing, Lettie’s Plight will not disappoint you. Settings are always researched and blend with the story. This story is early Victorian set in England, following the life of a young, poor girl. I won’t spoil the story – but it has its share of twists to keep your attention to the end.
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Innocence and Wonder: Wee Three by Marta Moran Bishop – #AmericanPoetry

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Ms. Bishop’s, latest children’s poetry book in the Wee Three series, Innocence and Wonder takes you into a clean and innocent world where everything is funny and positive. Even everyday lessons are learned without harming. The talented writer once again puts the best of her soul and experience in these wonderful poems. Her poems remind us of a child’s world, full of observations and discoveries. As seen through a child’s eyes we view, animals, bugs, and plant life. Many of the funny poems tell of worms, bees, clever cats, and dogs. The poems also speak to us of nature, rain, snow, and rainbows, describing them from a charmingly wonderful children’s perception. Ms. Bishop’s poetry gives us a unique opportunity to see the world through the eyes of an innocent child. I am convinced that Marta still lives as an inquisitive little girl who is interested in everything.

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Fabulous time machine to childhood.

By Leyla Atke

Marta Moran Bishop’s book Innocence and Wonder takes you to clean and an innocent world where everything is funny and positive. The talented writer put the best of her soul and experience in her wonderful poems. Her poems tell of the children’s world, full of observations and discoveries in the field of animal, insect and plant life. So, funny poems tell of worms, bees, clever cats and dogs. Poems also tell of the phenomena of nature, such as rain and rainbow, describing them in a charmingly wonderful children’s perception. Marta Moran Bishop’s poetry gives a unique opportunity to see the world through the eyes of an innocent child. I am convinced that in Marta still lives a little inquisitive girl who is interested in everything. The illustrations are done in black and white and look very cute. I really enjoyed this book. It reminded me of my own childhood when I was just starting to explore the world and it was so amazing! Marta Moran Bishop’s book is uniquely designed for children’s reading, but it will also bring joy and pleasure to adults. Adults will have a unique opportunity to take a fabulous time machine and travel back to many years ago in their carefree and wonderful childhood. Highly recommended!

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Saving Cassie (Fairfield Corners Book 1) by L.A. Remenicky– #ParanormalGhost, #Romance, #Demons&Devils, #RomanticSuspense

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#Hoosierauthor #FairfieldCorners

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Some secrets are too dangerous to keep.

After ten years in the big city, Cassie Holt is back in Fairfield Corners. She may look like the same girl who left home a decade before but she’s hiding a dark truth from everyone. When her life is threatened by the demons of her past, her best friend—who happens to be the local sheriff—offers his help.

Deputy Logan Miller has been burned by love. He’s not looking to get involved but duty calls when the sheriff tasks him with Cassie’s protection. Thrown into close quarters with the gorgeous bookseller, sparks fly. Logan is drawn to Cassie, but it’s hard to get close to someone who keeps themselves guarded all the time. To keep Cassie safe, Logan must open his heart but that’s something he swore he’d never do.

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Judy Upton

Where are my keys? I know I locked the front door!

Some events in some people’s lives are hard to process for understanding and moving forward with the life. It requires an open mind and an acceptance of a higher being as well as another realm. It is in our best interest to not disregard the little strange random occurrence or to ignore them totally. L. A. Remenicky is a gifted story weaver who has a steel grasp of that concept. I love her details that paint a colorful picture of the story she is sharing with us. I found myself breathless and flushed as I read several intimate passages. I’m her newest devoted follower. I can’t wait to meet her or start her next book in Fairfield Corners.

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