Monday, January 26, 2015

Poetry Is...???? Tour +Giveaway

 

Blurb Poetry is...a book of self-expression through poems about life, love, forbidden love, desires, and nature. This book also includes quotes written by the poet and short articles. Poems featured are: "The Disease," "Clouds of Gray," "inkstand," "Mountain Spring," and "Dreams vs. Reality."    

















       
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About Poetess
Jeniann is the owner at Poetry is...which is a blogging business of her own personal poetry and also a blog to help spread the word of poetry and teach the world that poetry is an excellent choice to write and read. Jeniann is a firm advocate for poetry publishing and writing poetry. Jeniann is also a five time self-published poetess. Her books have been in the top ten best selling list on Amazon in the past and her current ratings stand at 4.5. She has published the following books: Expressions on Life Book One, Expressions and Letters, Phraseology and Letters, Collection of 25 Days of Christmas Poetry, and her recently re-release of Poems, Dreams & More. She is currently working on her next book of poetry collections. Jeniann is a past student at Capella University. She has made both the President's and Dean's list for outstanding academic achievements and she currently holds a 4.0 GPA in her studies. She is hoping to graduate with a Bachelor in Science in Business with a specialized degree in Finance. Jeniann was born in Whitefish, Montana in 1972. She was raised in Eureka, Montana most of her younger years. She was the youngest of four children and the only surviving girl. Jeniann attended Rexford Elementary school her kindergarten year and the following year she transferred to Eureka Elementary School where she graduated from the eighth grade in 1987. She the attended Lincoln County High School until her junior year when she moved from Eureka to Medford, Oregon with her mother and stepfather.
 
 
 
Spotlight
   
The Disease
I was the disease that you never wanted,
I played games with your heart,
Whenever you looked into my eyes,
You couldn't handle the rush of emotions,
The feeling of falling,
Not knowing if I would be there to pick you up,
You played the role of gun and bullet,
Out to kill the disease that was aching at your heart,
Knowing that the disease is what you wanted,
But the pride is the bigger enemy to love,
Love would mean letting go,
Twirling out of control,
The shivers and shakes,
The withdrawals,
The heart breaking when you weren't with me,
Was all but the disease eating at you,
And you turned your back,
Walked away and killed the disease
With the bullet with words of lies,
Because I was the disease you wanted all a long.
 
“inkstand”
as i sit here today
trying to figure out
how to say
that my mind is about
 
to call it quits and
just walk away,
let the inkstand
rust and collapse in dismay
 
keep these words
‘let the inkstand rust and collapse in dismay….”
of words never written
 
take my chances to ride away
chasing a this crazy dream
it seems as if am about to betray
myself in my own crazy dream
 
so as i sit here today
trying to figure out
how to say
that my mind is about
 
to call it quits
just walk away
let the inkstand
rust and collapse in dismay
 
keep these words
“let the inkstand rust and collapse in dismay….”
of words never written
 
the dreamer in me
in which my hands only wrote
just let it be
within this note
 
keep these words
“let the inkstand rust and collapse in dismay….”
of words never written
Mountain Spring
So beautiful and gentle
Tinkling down
So amble
Moving forth, as to drown
 
My wailing cry
Of a broken heart
Please do not deny
As we depart
 
From this earth
And to reign in heaven
That our love was worth
And we were chosen
 
To love not deceit
Angel sings of
Music so sweet
As doves
 
Symbol our love
So beautiful and gentle
Tinkling down
So amble…
 
Moving forth, as to drown
Their cries, of bells to ring
To hear such sound
At the mountain spring
Dreams vs. Reality
I had it all at one time…
My moment in life
Where I thought everything
Was perfect and nothing
Could take that away,
 
It was only a year ago
When you were in my life
Sitting around chatting
Listening to your stories
Hearing your laughter
Seeing your smile,
 
But all I have now
Is memories and regrets
 
If I knew that telling you
How I felt would have
Cost me everything
I would have not told
You, but the feelings
Were so strong,
 
When we weren’t together
The emptiness
Felt like a frozen waterfall,
Just frozen in time
With love yearning
To show you
 
Then when we were together
The feelings were so true
As if God had put you there
To save me from falling off
That cliff that I was teetering on
 
Where dreams come true
Or they fell apart
Instead of waiting for you
I jumped off and told you
That I loved you
 
And now here I am
A year later still waiting
And only loving you
In my dreams at night.
     
Clouds of Gray
I awake with clouds of gray
Hanging over this head of mine
Skies are gloomy, sad looking
Upon my face
 
It feels if there is no way
To make the sun shine
Or to hear the birds sing
Searching for God’s grace
 
At the end of the day
Hoping God will give me a sign
Just a small ping
If it is only to embrace
 
When I bow my head to pray
Knowing His love is divine
He will take this aching
Heart and replace it
 
I can say
That today will be fine
And the birds will sing
The clouds will erase
 
And the sun will shine
Upon my face
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(Giveaway: 1 Autographed Copy of New Release Book Poetry Is...??? & 1 $5.00 Amazon Gift Card)    

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Sunday, January 25, 2015

Miranda's Choice Tour + Giveaway


 
 
Blurb -
Have you ever felt that the grass is greener everywhere else? Meet Miranda James. Miranda has a problem. Her friends and family are wrapped up in themselves, so clueless. With divorced parents, a mother who is always on her case and a new step-mother on the horizon, Miranda wishes that everybody would just grow up.
In a moment of magic, Miranda is mysteriously pulled into the life of a charming mermaid and her adventurous daughter. Why can’t her life be so carefree and exhilarating? Why can’t her own mother be more like Abigail, the mermaid? Be careful what you wish for though. Only through self-realization can Miranda figure out that perhaps the grass is not always greener. Held captive in an underwater paradise, Miranda wishes to desperately recapture the life she used to have.
Through many twists and turns, Miranda is caught up in a whirlwind of emotions, including finding her first true love.
Miranda is faced with making a decision that will not only affect her own life, but also those around her. What would you choose?

 
     
Mya O’Malley Bio
Mya O’Malley was born and raised in the suburbs of New York City, where she currently lives with her husband, daughter and three step-daughters. The family also consists of two boxers; Destiny and Dolce and a ragdoll cat named Colby. Mya earned an undergraduate degree in special education and a graduate degree in reading and literacy. She works as a special education teacher and enjoys making a difference in the lives of her students.
Mya currently has several releases: At First Sight, a contemporary romance about dating in the modern world, published by Astraea Press, and Where There is Love, a contemporary romance in which a woman struggles with past obstacles, ultimately faced with whether or not she will open her heart to love. Where There is Love is published with Solstice Publishing. Mya is excited to say that Astraea Press recently released her contemporary holiday paranormal romance titled If You Believe. Due to be released in January is Miranda’s Choice, a young adult fantasy novel, published by Solstice Publishing. Also coming soon is The Calm After the Storm, published by TouchPoint Press. This novel is a contemporary romance taking place in the setting of Hurricane Sandy. The story revolves around the idea of a utility worker from Georgia falling in love with a woman in New York.
Mya’s passion is writing; she has been creating stories and poetry since she was a child. Mya spends her free time reading just about anything she can get her hands on. She is a romantic at heart and loves to create stories with unforgettable characters. Mya likes to travel; she has visited several Caribbean Islands, Mexico and Costa Rica. Mya is currently working on her sixth novel.

 
    Character Interview: Miranda -
Double Decker Books: It’s nice to have you here today, Miranda. Can you tell us a little about yourself and about your recent adventure?
 
Miranda: Well, first of all, I’m just an average fourteen year- old girl. I suppose I started taking my friends and family for granted and a wish of sorts was granted, or so I thought at first. This beautiful mermaid and her daughter too me and …well, I don’t want to give too much away, but let’s just say that I learned to appreciate all of my friends and family.
 
Double Decker Books: What’s this I keep hearing about this “choice” that you had to make?
 
Miranda: I actually had to make several choices, but ultimately the big choice that I needed to make was heartbreaking but in the end, the right choice and the only possible one that I could live with.
 
Double Decker Books: That must have been so difficult for a girl your age, to make such an important choice in your life.
 
Miranda: Like I said, it was the only way. Everything had a funny way of working out in the end, though. I don’t regret my choice.
 
Double Decker Books: Can you tell us who you is your role model in your life?
 
Miranda: Absolutely and without a doubt, my mom. If you had asked me that question earlier, I might not have been so sure. Who am I kidding? I knew it all along, I just didn’t want to admit it. I could make a list of other role models in my life, such as my dad, Ethan…
 
Double Decker Books: Whoa, who’s this Ethan? A friend?
 
Miranda: Ethan is my friend and let’s just leave it at that for now. He is a very special person in my life and I’m lucky to have him to support me.
 
Double Decker Books: Is there any advice that you would give a friend who may be going through a hard time during their teenage years with friends or family?
 
Miranda: Yes. Step back and take a look at the big picture, when you do, chances are things are quite a bit brighter than they seem. Don’t get so stuck on complaining about what should be, appreciate the people who around you, those who love you.
 
Double Decker Books: So, if you could change anything, anything at all, what would it be?
 
Miranda: Hmm. I’m pretty happy with my life just the way it is now.
 
Double Decker Books: But, if you could live the ultimate fantasy?
 
Miranda: You know, sometimes the grass is not always greener.
 
Double Decker Books: That’s very true. It sounds like you’re speaking from experience.
 
Miranda: Let’s just say that I have learned a lot these past few months and leave it at that. I hope that others enjoy reading about my story and know that my experience was for the best.
 
Double Decker Books: Thank you for joining us today and we wish you the best.
 
Miranda: You’re welcome, just remember...
 
Double Decker Books: Wait, let me guess: the grass isn’t always greener?
 
Miranda: You got it. (winks)


 
    Guest Post:
Poem from Miranda - (main character)

The ocean waves rise to meet me,
always there, never far from reach.
Deep shades of blue and green, luring me, taunting me,
pulling me here, far from the beach.
Passion, thunder, creatures of the deep,
will I be happy?
who will I meet?
What was once so wondrous, spectacular, sweet,
is nothing compared to the way my heart beats.
Thumping, thumping, bittersweet
How will I be happy with the future so bleak?
My mind whirling, whirling in the depths of confusion
Aching, yearning for the life once so simple
What have I done?
There’s no winner in a game like this one
All I can hope is to once again see
the people I miss
Help me, help me
See the light,
Help me, help me
do what is right.


 
   
Dream Cast for Miranda’s Choice
Miranda: Sierra McCormick
Ethan/Evan: Tyler Posey
Abigail: Charlize Theron
Elise: Georgie Henly
Eve: Ariel Kaplan
Mom: Gwyneth Paltrow
Dad: Paul Rudd

 
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Saturday, January 3, 2015

If You Believe Blog Tour








If You Believe by Mya O’Malley
Release date: November 18, 2014
Sometimes love only comes once in a lifetime. For some lucky people, it is possible to love again.

Melody and Jack had shared an unforgettable love story that abruptly came to an end. Melody, left picking up the pieces, finds herself alone years later, with no hope or desire to date again. With the holiday season approaching, Melody finds it particularly difficult to get Jack out of her thoughts.

Jack isn’t sure if he’s an angel or a ghost, but his mind is set on one thing only, finding a new love for Melody by Christmas Eve at midnight. Easier said than done, with many obstacles to tackle, Jack underestimates how difficult the task is. With conflicting emotions, Jack takes it upon himself to find a man for a woman he still loves.

With the clock ticking as the holidays approach, this charming story of finding love the second time around will have you laughing and crying, but ultimately, it will have you believing in true love.



Mya O’Malley Bio

Mya O’Malley was born and raised in the suburbs of New York City, where she currently lives with her husband, daughter and three step-daughters.  The family also consists of two boxers; Destiny and Dolce and a ragdoll cat named Colby.  Mya earned an undergraduate degree in special education and a graduate degree in reading and literacy.   She works as a special education teacher and enjoys making a difference in the lives of her students.
Mya currently has two new releases: At First Sight, a contemporary romance about dating in the modern world, published by Astraea Press, and Where There is Love, a contemporary romance in which a woman struggles with past obstacles, ultimately faced with whether or not she will open her heart to love. Where There is Love is published with Solstice Publishing. Mya is excited to say that Astraea Press will be releasing her contemporary holiday paranormal romance titled If You Believe on November 18, 2014. Due to be released late January is The Calm After the Storm, published by TouchPoint Press. This novel is a contemporary romance taking place in the setting of Hurricane Sandy. The story revolves around the idea of a utility worker from Georgia falling in love with a woman in New York.
Mya’s passion is writing; she has been creating stories and poetry since she was a child.   Mya spends her free time reading just about anything she can get her hands on.  She is a romantic at heart and loves to create stories with unforgettable characters.   Mya likes to travel; she has visited several Caribbean Islands, Mexico and Costa Rica.   Mya is currently working on her sixth novel.   


  Guest Post: All I Want for Christmas (From Melody’s Point of View)
*Based on character Melody’s point of view from new release- “If You Believe”
All I Want for Christmas- If You Believe
Once upon a time, not so long ago, my heart was filled with Christmas cheer and joy around each holiday season. As a child, my eyes sparkled with happiness as I felt the magic of the season. Years later, as an adult, Jack and I would share the season, Jack made me feel the delight and magic that I experienced as a child.  Now, with Jack gone, I find myself surrounded by family and friends, but without Jack my heart is empty and the light has gone out of my eyes.
All I want for Christmas? For years, all I’ve wanted was my husband, Jack back in my arms. Forget about fancy gifts, the parties and decorations, the only thing on my mind around the holiday season is Jack’s smiling face, his sparkling blue eyes and warm smile. Will my Christmas wishes come true? I know in my heart that it’s not possible, it can never come to be. But this year, the air seems to be filled with magic and intrigue as I am lucky to have met not only a new friend, but also a man who is slowly warming my heart.
Will I let love in? Will I keep Jack in my heart but make room for another? My feelings run deep and I’m torn. Will I get my Christmas wish? Will I finally experience love and everything the most special gift in the world has to offer?  Somewhere deep in my heart, I know there’s still hope…I’m wishing for a Christmas miracle.
Have a Merry Christmas and a joyous holiday season.





Character Interview: Jack


Double Decker Books: It’s nice to have you here today, Jack. Can you tell us a little about your mission this holiday season?


Jack: Yes, first of all, I want to provide a bit of background. I was Melody’s husband and I died several years ago. Melody and I were very happy, planning for a bright future together. I’ve watched Melody from above and have witnessed and felt her pain as I see that she hasn’t moved on.


Double Decker Books: You mean she hasn’t met another man? Hasn’t fallen in love again?


Jack: Well, yes. But it’s so much more. The light has gone out of Melody’s eyes, her smile. She used to be happy, her smile contagious. It’s breaking my heart to see her so sad, I can’t move on until I see that Melody does.


Double Decker Books: Oh, that’s heartbreaking, Jack. I understand how hard this must be for you. So tell me, what is the plan?


Jack: (sighs) That’s where it gets really difficult for me. You see, I come down to Earth in disguise. I look completely different, I sound different. I tell Melody that my name is Oliver and work hard to befriend her.


Double Decker Books: Wow! You mean she has no idea that Oliver is really you?


Jack: Not at all, but she does seem to take notice of my eyes. You see, my eyes are the one thing that I couldn’t change. Melody and I become quite close as friends, but it hurts to be so close to her and not tell her that I love her, I can’t even hold her in my arms.


Double Decker Books: Why not? Not even as a good friend?


Jack: No, we had so much chemistry together in life that I felt a spark the one time I touched her, I fear that touching Melody would give away my true identity.  I have such a short period of time left on Earth to make Melody happy again, to find a man for her to fall in love with.


Double Decker Books: Wait- did you say that you want to find a man for Melody?


Jack: Yes. It’s the only way that Melody can really move on. As difficult as it sounds, I need to help her fall in love by Christmas Eve at midnight.


Double Decker Books: What happens then?


Jack: My time is up, at that point I can never come back to Earth again.


Double Decker Books: It seems that you’ve got your work cut out for you. I can’t imagine how you’re going to feel, seeing your Melody with another man.


Jack: That part is going to be the hardest, but my love for Melody is selfless, I want my Melody to love again, to be happy again. I’m willing to do this for her, I’ll always love her and I know she feels the same. Melody has enough love in that big heart of hers to let love in and keep our memories alive. My wish for Christmas this year is for Melody to find herself again and let go of the hurt.


Double Decker Books: Thank you so much for joining us today, it was a pleasure to meet you. Jack, one last question. What is your Christmas wish? What do you want more than anything this holiday season?

     Jack: I’m wishing for a Christmas miracle.






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