Friday, August 4, 2023

Blog Tour and Giveaway: West of Sundown Vol. 2: Youthful Blasphemy by Tom Seeley and Aaron Campbell

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the WEST OF SUNDOWN Vol. 2 by Tim Seeley & Aaron Campbell, Jim Terry Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

 

About The Book:

Title: WEST OF SUNDOWN Vol. 2: Youthful Blasphemy

Author: Tim Seeley & Aaron Campbell, Jim Terry (Illustrations)

Pub. Date: July 25, 2023

Publisher: Vault Comics

Formats: Paperback, eBook

Pages: 144

Find it: Goodreadshttps://books2read.com/WEST-OF-SUNDOWN-Vol-2

From Dusk Till Dawn and American Vampire meet The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen in this terrifying tale of the Old West, survival, blood, and monsters.

La Sangre es la Vida

The New Mexico town of Sangre De Moro has accepted its strange new residents: beautiful vampire Constance Der Abend, her thrall, Frankenstein's monster, and the would-be mad scientist, Griffin. But a new threat has come for the evil-saturated soil of the mesa: Dr. Moreau and his strange companions.

West of Sundown – where Hammer Horror and literary monsters stake their claim in old New Mexico.

A Western tale of survival starring a cast of literary horrors from the diabolical minds of Tim Seeley (Hack/Slash, Vampire: The Masquerade, Money Shot), Aaron Campbell (Hellblazer, Infidel), and Jim Terry (Vampirella, Come Home, Indio)!

For fans of WestworldRed Dead RedemptionAmerican VampireThe League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Hammer Horror films, Universal monsters, and Preacher!

Collects the entire second arc, issues #6-#10, of the smash-hit series!

"If you like your horse operas bloody, if you thought The Searchers was fine, except for all the missing vampires and werewolves and monsters, then … Tim Seeley, Aaron Campbell, and Jim Terry have a book here for you. Come walk with them through the Old West, and don’t trust them when they tell you it’s all going to be fine. It’s not. And we wouldn’t have it any other way.” --Stephen Graham Jones (New York Times bestselling author of The Only Good IndiansMy Heart is a Chainsaw and Don't Fear the Reaper)

"Vigorous, bloody pulp fiction boned with fierce intelligence and blooded with delicate observation. This just might be the start of the best monster universe since Universal's." -- Daniel Kraus (New York Times bestselling author of The Shape of Water, Trollhunters, and The Autumnal)

“Western gets weird in this gore-strewn, rollicking adventure set in the 1870s …with a wink toward gothic Victorian horror.” – Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)

 

Grab WEST OF SUNDOWN, VOL. 1 now!

 

My Reviews:

West of Sundown Vol. 1: Out Beyond the Dust N' Dark is a fun and entertaining graphic novel by Tim Seeley and Aaron Campbell. I was not sure what to think of it at first, but it grabbed my attention quickly. Jim Terry's illustrations were a perfect addition to the tale and his talent shines through all throughout. The horror within the pages made me want to keep turning the pages until I completely finished with the book in one sitting. 

I am giving West of Sundown Vol. 1: Out Beyond the Dust N' Dark four stars. Fans of fantasy, monsters and graphic novels will want to grab this one up. 

I received a paperback copy of West of Sundown Vol. 1: Out Beyond the Dust N' Dark from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 


I enjoyed reading the first volume of West of Sundown series and was excited to continue it with West of Sundown Vol. 2: Youthful Blasphemy. Once again the authors, Tim Seeley and Aaron Campbell, as well as, Jim Terry, has brought to life a terrifying graphic novel. I liked how it started off with a historical event and tied it into a different plot twist. I like reading this one more than the first volume. 

I am going to give West of Sundown Vol. 2: Youthful Blasphemy five stars. I believe readers who enjoy the crossover of paranormal, history, and horror will enjoy it as much as I did. 

I received a paperback copy of Seeley and Campbell's West of Sundown Vol. 2: Youthful Blasphemy from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

 

About Tim Seeley:

TIM SEELEY is one of those “slash” people…a writer-slash-artist. He has drawn a number of different comic book series including G.I JOE, HALLOWEEN, WILDCATS and ANT-MAN & WASP. His writing work include NIGHTWING, MONEY SHOT , INJUSTICE v. MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE ,the critically acclaimed REVIVAL, and the NY TIMES bestselling HACK/SLASH. He resides in Chicago, Illinois with his wife, daughter and 80s action figure collection.        Hometown:  Chicago, IL

Website | Twitter | Instagram | Goodreads | Amazon | BookBub

 


About Aaron Campbell:

Aaron Campbell has been working as a comics artist for a decade, and is now the co-writer of Vault Comics horror title, West of Sundown.  During his time in comics, he’s illustrated the adventures of some of the world’s most iconic characters, including Hellblazer, Batman, Harley Quinn, The Shadow, Green Hornet, Sherlock Holmes, James Bond, and Infidel, working with such revered writers as Garth Ennis, Matt Wagner, James Robinson, and Andy Diggle.              Hometown:  Albuquerque, NM

 

Website | Instagram | Goodreads

 



About Jim Terry:

JIM TERRY is a Native American comic book artist who’s memoir Come Home, Indio was a finalist for the LA Times Book Prize and the Ignatz, as well as the artist on such titles as THE CROW, HACK/SLASH, HEAVY METAL and more. He is currently working on WEST OF SUNDOWN from Vault Comics. He lives in Chicago with his 4 cats.

Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Goodreads

 




Giveaway Details:

2 winners will receive a finished copy of WEST OF SUNDOWN Vol. 1 & WEST OF SUNDOWN Vol. 2, US Only.

Ends August 15th, midnight EST.

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Tour Schedule:

Week One:

7/17/2023

Writer of Wrongs

Excerpt

7/18/2023

Sadie's Spotlight

Excerpt/IG Post

7/19/2023

Must Read Faster

Excerpt/IG Post

7/20/2023

Vamplit

Review/IG Post

7/21/2023

Two Chicks on Books

Excerpt/IG Post

7/22/2023

Fieldstone_lfl

IG Review/LFL Drop Pic

Week Two:

7/23/2023

#BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog

Excerpt/IG Post

7/24/2023

Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer

Review/IG Post

7/25/2023

The Book Countess

Review/IG Post

7/26/2023

A Dream Within A Dream

Excerpt/IG Post

7/27/2023

@by_hckilgour

IG Review

7/28/2023

Country Mamas With Kids

Review/IG Post

7/29/2023

A Blue Box Full of Books

IG Review/LFL Drop Pic/TikTok Post

Week Three:

7/30/2023

OneMoreExclamation

Review/IG Post

7/31/2023

celiamcmahonreads

Review/IG Post

8/1/2023

@evergirl200

IG Review

8/2/2023

FUONLYKNEW

Review

8/3/2023

Lifestyle of Me

Review

8/4/2023

Locks, Hooks and Books

Review

8/5/2023

Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's

Review/IG Post

Week Four:

8/6/2023

Brandi Danielle Davis

Review/IG Post

8/7/2023

@enthuse_reader

IG Review/TikTok Post

8/8/2023

Two Points of Interest

Review

8/9/2023

@jlreadstoperpetuity

IG Review/TikTok Post

8/10/2023

@bookish_aly_cat

IG Review

8/11/2023

Jaime_of_gryffindor

IG Review


Blog Tour and Giveaway: Anne by Rena Groot

About the Book


Book:
Anne

Author: Rena Groot

Genre: Historical Romantic Fiction

Release Date: 2023

It is 1881. Anne is 19, a widow travelling on the Oregon Trail. She has no option, but to travel with her husband’s murderer.  As she struggles to survive on the unforgiving trail, Anne must confront her own doubts and fears. Will she succumb to the darkness in her heart and seek vengeance at any cost? Or will she find the strength to forgive, and discover a path to redemption and healing? With each step she takes, Anne must face the harsh realities of life on the frontier and the deep mysteries of faith, trust, and grace. She dreams of revenge…but God has other plans.​​​​​​​

 

Click here to get your copy!

 

About the Author

I am an artist, writer, online course creator (Broken to Beautiful…rena-groot.mykajabi.com), B & B host, have a Bachelor of Education and a Master of Religious Education, have been a teacher in Canada and China, a tour manager from the Rockies to the Pacific, and God has given me the honor of being an ambassador with “The Department of Eternal Affairs” to so many cool places—He must have laughed knowing His plans for me…that one day I would be praying with a voodoo queen in Haiti, another day leading a dying woman to Jesus in a hut in Belize, another day sharing the love of Jesus as an earthquake shook the Earth under my feet. God is beyond amazing. I started a blog to bless, encourage, and sometimes challenge people. Here’s the link. renagroot.com.

 

More from Rena


Blog Stops

By The Book, August 1 (Author Interview)

Madi’s Musings, August 1

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, August 2

Tell Tale Book Reviews, August 3 (Author Interview)

Locks, Hooks and Books, August 4

A Modern Day Fairy Tale, August 5 (Author Interview)

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, August 5

Texas Book-aholic, August 6

Sylvan Musings, August 7 (Author Interview)

Books You Can Feel Good About, August 8

The Book Club Network, August 9

Connie’s History Classroom, August 10

Bliss, Books & Jewels, August 11 (Author Interview)

For Him and My Family, August 12

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, August 13

Lily’s Book Reviews, August 14

Giveaway


To celebrate her tour, Rena is giving away the grand prize package of a $50 Amazon gift card and a signed copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/26f4b/anne-celebration-tour-giveaway


My Review

Anne by Rena Groot is another wonderful addition to the multi author series, Prairie Roses Collection. I enjoyed going back in time to the 1880s and joining the Oregon Trail. I adored Anne right from the start. I could see myself in Anne with the doubts and the fears, but yet she finds her determination and courage. I admired her strength and how she was able to discover herself, find faith and hope and learning about the power of forgiveness. At under one hundred eighty pages, it was easy for me to continue this book in one sitting. I loved it.

I am giving Anne five stars. I believe it would be a great fit for fans and readers of clean historical romance. by Rena Groot Prairie Roses Collection

I received a digital copy of Rena Groot's Anne from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion. 

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Blog Tour and Giveaway: The Laws of Attraction by Mary Connealy

About the Book

Book: The Laws of Attraction

Author: Mary Connealy

Genre: Historical Romance

Release Date: June 20, 2023

Can they risk giving in to the attraction between them while their lives are on the line?

If widowed seamstress Nell Armstrong has to make one more pair of boring chaps for the cowboys in her tiny Wyoming town, she might just quit the business altogether! So meeting Brand Nolte, a widower struggling to raise three girls on his own, seems like her dream come true. Brand has no idea how to dress the girls properly, and Nell finally has a chance to create beautiful outfits while also teaching the girls to sew.

But Nell is much more than a seamstress, and the investigative skills and knowledge she picked up alongside her late lawman husband soon become critical when a wounded stagecoach-robbery survivor is brought to town. As danger closes in from all sides, Nell and Brand must discover who has a target trained on them before it’s too late.

 

Click here to get your copy!

 

About the Author

Mary Connealy (www.maryconnealy.com) writes “romantic comedies with cowboys” and is celebrated for her fun, zany, action-packed style. She has sold more than 1.5 million books. She is the author of the popular series Brothers in Arms, Brides of Hope Mountain, High Sierra Sweethearts, The Kincaid Brides, Trouble in Texas, Lassoed in Texas, Sophie’s Daughters, and many other books. Mary lives on a ranch in eastern Nebraska with her very own romantic cowboy hero.

 

More from Mary

The Laws of Attraction, the idea of it, was what kicked off the whole Wyoming Sunrise series.

A woman justice of the peace.

Wyoming, oddly enough, was the first state in the union to give women the right to vote. And it wasn’t just voting, it was suffrage. That meant so much more than just voting. There were property rights involved, the right to serve on juries, and the right to run for office or be appointed to political offices.

Wyoming was the first state to have a woman justice of the peace. I read about Esther Hobart Morris and thought, hey, my heroine could be the second justice of the peace.

My heroine is a seamstress. Of the three heroines in the Wyoming Sunrise series, Nell, the heroine of book #2, is the one who is not in a traditionally masculine role. In book #1 Mariah is a blacksmith. In book #3 Becky is a lady rancher.

Nell just wants to sew pretty dresses and make beautiful bonnets. She likes to tat her own lace. She likes flowery fabric and lots of ruffles.

And then she moved to Wyoming. Nine thousand total residence and five men for every one woman. And the few women who are there all sew their own dresses.

To add to that, Nell, a widow, didn’t have a happy first marriage. She has no interest in marrying again. Staying single in a state like Wyoming isn’t easy, but she’s managed it. Her first husband was a lawman, and when a band of stagecoach robbers are plaguing the area, Nell finds she’s got skills to investigate these crimes that far exceed the local sheriff.

The sheriff is impressed, and when the town’s justice of the peace resigns, the sheriff appoints Nell.

I just had so much fun with this book. Nell is frustrated because she isn’t getting to make dresses. She does discover a talent for working with leather and making chaps. She hates it, but the orders just keep pouring in and she’s making a tidy living. Not having a lot of fun but definitely prospering.

And then a local homesteader with three half-grown daughters, all of whom desperately need a new dress, runs across Nell, and she wheels and deals him into letting her make them in exchange for his daughters working for her, making chaps.

Nell’s talent for investigating crimes soon puts her in danger. And Brandon Nolte, her best customer, finds himself, Nell, and his girls all surrounded by danger.

The Laws of Attraction—fun, fast-paced, and love is the most fundamental law of all.

Blog Stops

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, July 29

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, July 29

Texas Book-aholic, July 30

For Him and My Family, July 30

Connie’s History Classroom, July 31

Book Looks by Lisa, July 31

lakesidelivingsite, August 1

Lighthouse Academy Blog, August 1 (Guest Review from Marilyn Ridgway)

Locks, Hooks and Books, August 2

Mary Hake, August 2

Betti Mace, August 3

Cover Lover Book Review, August 3

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, August 4

The Book Nook, August 4

Abba’s Prayer Warrior Princess, August 5

She Lives To Read, August 6

Labor Not in Vain, August 6

Daysong Reflections, August 7

Holly’s Book Corner, August 7

Splashes of Joy, August 8

JESUS in the EVERYDAY, August 8

Tell Tale Book Reviews, August 9

Pause for Tales, August 10

Jodie Wolfe – Stories Where Hope and Quirky Meet, August 10

Jeanette’s Thoughts, August 11

Wishful Endings, August 11

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Mary is giving away a $15 Amazon gift card and a paperback copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/26d5b/the-laws-of-attraction-celebration-tour-giveaway


My Review

I loved the first book from the Wyoming Sunrise series by Mary Connealy, Forged in Love and was excited to have the opportunity to read the second addition, The Laws of Attraction. It was great going back in time again to the 1870s era of Wyoming and meeting Nell and Brand. They have wonderful chemistry together. The two find themselves in an adventure that was a pleasure to take with them. There was a little mystery within the pages that I was intrigued with, also. Overall, a fabulous, sweet read. 

The Laws of Attraction will be getting a very well deserved five plus stars. I highly recommend it for readers who enjoy reading clean historical romance. I am eagerly awaiting the next installment from the Wyoming Sunrise series, Marshaling Her Heart.

I received a paperback copy of Mary Connealy's The Laws of Attraction from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.