Hi, peeps! It's been a while hasn't it? Well, I've got great news for you.
First, I want to talk about what I am currently working on: the fourth Hidden Series installment. I can't share much other than I've been working on this one for quite some time. I guarantee it's going to take you to the edge of your seat. Just like the other books, this will be based on local urban legends and some bit of haunting tales that are generally known about my locality. Things we only talk about in the privacy of our homes and among friends and family but wouldn't dare speak about outside.
Second, I'm now doing edits for the fifth book in the Rise of the Symbionts Series. Formerly titled The Champion, my procrastination caused me to lose hold of said title and had to resort to a second but more preferred choice, The Crown and the Sword. This is the direct installment to Tarragon which is the fourth installment to the series. It is about the first and greatest of the technomage kings of Oryon and how he came to have a symbiont, and planned for the survival of his family. His actions set the stage for everything in the first three books, Royal Consort, Royal Guardian, and Royal Symbionts.
So what's the good news? Well, we now have BUNDLED books for both Rise of the Symbionts and Hidden Series. Bundles will give you a savings of no less that 50% off the individual list prices of each book.
I know, I'm dumping this all on you in one post, but I have a lot of stuff to cover, especially as I just got back to being actively working on my books. Have you checked out the Editor's Choice category over at Extasy Books?
I had two books there, namely: His Christmas Valentine and Kaleidoscope. The good news is, I've got a third book listed on there. Yes. right now! In case you haven't heard of it, or seen it (because I got sick and couldn't actively promote it). This is the latest book my publisher released and is called STIGMA. Please, do check it out as this is one story that broke my block. I promise you won't regret reading this incredible story of love and sacrifice.
One was of fire and Earth, the other, fire and light. Together, their passion will forever change the course of mankind.
In a time long since forgotten, men and malāikah interacted freely. Keeping watch over mankind are the iri or those who are awake.
Adar-Malik has survived a reaping, drought, famine, and numerous invasions to his lands, each time proving his resolve to protect his people. He has brought Qiruta from the edge of collapse, turning it into a kingdom many envied. He bows to no one, not even to the Creator.
V has been sent to observe and educate the young and powerful king of Qiruta in the ways of the world and to respect the Creator. When he meets Adar-Malik, V recognizes the human as his Chosen One and begins to question who and what he is.
Is V willing to give up everything to be with the human he loves?
So that's about it. If you've reached this part, I thank you for taking time to check out my updates. I know I've not been the best in keeping you all up to date with what I'm doing, but I'm back again and working actively again. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for sticking around. For those of you who have reached out to me, I truly am thankful.
Christmas only comes once a year, but love lasts a lifetime. No one would consider Joshua Maxfield shy or standoffish. Fact is, he’d never had a hard time enjoying the holidays. Not this year. This Christmas, he is feeling lonely and insecure for the first time in his life. Josua Miranda had always been an aggressive lawyer, however, for matters of the heart, he is reserved. He saw Joshua enter his firm as an intern three months before and immediately recognized fate's intercession.
The past months I've been lying low, but not because I was being unproductive. On the contrary, I have been busy as a bee jumping from one WIP to the next, completing several stories that had been in standby mode for some months, and starting + finishing new ones that popped up and wouldn't shut up. I'm sorry, but I can't reveal everything just yet, though I have been dropping hints here and there on my Facebook pages, both under real-life names and of course, the Jo Tannah pen name. (Yes, in case you missed it, this is a pen name, but it's not invented as these are both my nicknames in real life.)
So you're asking yourself, what's happening with this crazy author?
Well, as I said, busy writing and keeping quiet for a number of reasons. However, there are three books coming out within weeks of each other that I can now talk openly about with you guys. For those who have been following me on my FB pages, you know what these are, but most likely missed out because of all the confusing feeds and absentee notifications that seem to be currently plaguing FB. Hold on, bear with me.
First, we have my third and final installment to the Hidden Series. This trilogy is made up of three different stories straight out of my journal. I wrote these with the Halloween Season in mind. Three paranormal stories, all based on local lore and urban legends. Next year, I will have a different set to release for the Halloween Season. I'm thinking of making this a seasonal thing, so I'm looking forward to penning more of these haunting, scary stories I grew up with.
Jonathan and Rafe Wilkins-Campbell have just bought their dream home. They thought it was a place they could both settle and enjoy the good life.
They were wrong.
Strange things begin to happen during the renovation, inexplicable events that defy logical explanation. When things finally get back to normal, Jonathan and Rafe enjoy getting wrapped up in the chaos of settling into their new home.
However, all is not what it seems and The House on 16th Street and its inhabitants have their own idea of how things should be. Jonathan and Rafe find themselves trapped within it, victims of the house’s every twisted need and they will need every fibre of courage and determination they possess to make it through.
(Make sure to grab these two over at eXtasy as they're on a month-long Sale so you get to save 30%)
Second, is my short story, WAYLAID. I had written this one last year but never found the right medium to publish it with. Medium being what genre? What category? Part of an anthology? What?
And then eXtasy Books connected and asked for a short story, may or may not be a start or part of a series, paranormal, ready for publication for the GRL in Denver...well, I submitted this and was accepted. The cover is generic because it has been categorized as a themed release, the story, however, is far from generic.
Release Date: October 22, 2017
The world is in chaos. From the gates of hell come the monsters and beasts that myths and legends are made of.
Caught at the turning point of an alternate reality, two young men’s lives are irrevocably changed.
Waylaid
The Phantom Hunters, Prequel
And finally, we have Being Me Anthology. This one is close to my heart. So if you have the time to check it out, please do. It is for charity and will do a whole lot of good for the young men and women out there who are feeling insecure and uncertain of who or what they are simply because society makes them second-guess themselves. We've all been at that stage one time or another. Let's all share a helping hand and help one another.
At last - a book for everyone! 16 stories by 15 talented writers. The Being Me Campaign Anthology will go live on the 1st November. Get it first by pre-order and support this amazing outreach program.
84% of young people and 80% of adults have or are suffering from bullying, discrimination or prejudice for simply being who they are. The Being Me Campaign is innovative in their approach to addressing these social issues; they are one of the only charities that does not focus on one specific area. As individuals, the Campaign is made up of many differences, and believe it’s important to have conversations together.
We are all human; we all deserve the same respect, kindness and equality. As a charity, the Being Me Campaign has an open-door policy, so people from all backgrounds and differences may come together to learn about one another, because far more unites us than divides us.
Is that it, you say?
Well, in a word: NO.
I've got several books lines up for release after these three and so far, I've stepped into 2018. This has been a good year for me. It's been prolific and the reception to most of my books have been mind-boggling. I'm constantly amazed by how many readers have come to enjoy my stories. I only hope I can keep up with the bunnies hopping in my head, be fast enough to type out the words and get them out there to be enjoyed.
For now, until November, these three books are sure to keep you entertained. Some of them are sad, some of them are frustrating, some of them are a little scary. In the end, though, they were a joy to write and I'm just glad I was able to put them down.
Have a Happy Halloween Season everyone. I'll see you soon, when the Christmas Season comes knocking.
...and yes. I have the books lined up for release. I'm just not telling when or what titles.
Love you all! Keep safe! Have fun! Enjoy the reads.
THE MEANING AND IMPORTANCE OF ANZAC DAY TO AUSTRALIANS AND NEW ZEALANDERS
ANZAC DAY is a national day of remembrance observed on 25 April each year in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders “who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations” and “the contribution and suffering of all those who have served.” Anzac Day was originally intended to honour the members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who fought at Gallipoli against the Ottoman Empire during the first World War. Over time, however, Anzac Day has grown beyond the anniversary of the landing on Gallipoli in 1915. It is the day on which we remember all Australians who served and died in war and on operational service. The spirit of Anzac, with its qualities of courage, mateship, and sacrifice, continues to have meaning and relevance for our sense of national identity.
WHEN YOU GO HOME TELL THEM OF US AND SAY:
“FOR YOUR TOMORROW WE GAVE OUR TODAY”
THE WAY YOU LOOK TONIGHT by Jo Tannah All Romance Series: Standards Series , Book 2.0 Published By: Wayward Ink Publishing Published: Feb 12, 2016 ISBN # 9781925222777 Word Count: 34,745 Price:$4.99$2.49
As a member of a wealthy and influential family, Jaime “Jamie” Abello had his life mapped out. Being shipped off to LA with an insurance scam linked to his name was not part of his plan.
It had seemed so simple: pass the Philippines Medical Board Exam;practice in the family-owned and -controlled hospital; join the Board by age forty; and find a partner with whom he could settle down and be himself.
Instead, his father supplies him with a surfeit of money and dangerous secrets and sends him to a strange country.
The Pediatric Residency Program Jamie applies for brings him face to face with untouchable
Program Director, Miles Kwon, whom Jamie soon finds to be a man of integrity and vision.
When tragedy strikes, Jamie finds himself falling deeper into depression. Unexpectedly, it’s
Miles who helps him work through his pain.
Will Jamie ever experience a life with a loving partner, or will his father's secrets cause him to lose everything he’s gained?
MEN IN UNIFORM: A WAYWARD INK PUBLISHING ANTHOLOGY All Romance By: Alina Popescu | C. J. Baty | Carol Pedroso | Eddy LeFey | Eric Gober | Jim Dunaway | Jo Tannah | Kassandra Lea | Lily Velden Published By: Wayward Ink Publishing Published: Dec 18, 2015 SBN # 9781925222722 Word Count: 105,887 Price:$6.99$1.99 Like your boys in blue keeping the… peace? Hot firemen dealing with… heat? Naval Officers getting in way too… deep? Perhaps you have a ‘thing’ for marines… Or do you prefer your Men In Uniform to belong in the future? Another galaxy? Another time? Wherever your love of a uniform leads you, MEN IN UNIFORM has something for you.
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