Once Upon a Bowl of Oatmeal (paperback cover)

Annie Douglass Lima’s latest writing project is very different from anything else she’s written. It’s a cookbook! But those who know how much she loves fantasy might not be surprised that this cookbook ended up with a fantasy theme. Many of the recipes have names inspired by fairy tales or fantasy stories, and she loves the hints of fantasy in the two covers designed by the awesome Savannah Jezowski

 

Why two different covers? The paperback version of the cookbook is an unusual shape due to the unusual recipe format (more information about that below), so it couldn’t share a cover with the ebook.

Once Upon a Bowl of Oatmeal (ebook cover)

Some people might be surprised, though, that the whole book is focused on oatmeal. After all, isn’t oatmeal that boring goop that nobody really eats if there’s anything else available? 

NOT ANYMORE! In this book, you’ll find recipes for delectable dishes like creamy mango coconut spice oatmeal, cinnamon almond oatmeal, blueberry cream cheese oatmeal, and (Annie’s personal favorite:) caramel banana oatmeal with peanut butter. (Okay, so that one is a little closer to the dessert end of the spectrum than the porridge end!) 

 

Take a look at the book blurb Continue reading “Once Upon A Bowl of Oatmeal – say WHAT?!”

Book 2 in my latest series is NOW available! Let me share with you the juicy details…

 

 

For weeks, The Margaret Killer terrorized Crimson Shores, claiming the lives of seven people. Suspect number one is Laura Keaton. She looks the part. She has a connection with each victim and can’t provide a credible alibi. Evidence for each death was found in her home. And then Detective Kojak discovered her birth name: Louisa Margaret.

Now arrested and facing trial, Laura maintains her innocence. But while in prison, The Margaret Killer disappears. Coincidence? The prosecution doesn’t think so. They use that fact, along with the rest of the evidence to prove Laura’s guilt.

However, an anonymous tip throws the whole case on its head. Not only does it provide definitive proof of Laura’s guilt or innocence, but it raises more questions even while revealing deeper truths.

It also forces The Margaret Killer to reappear…with a vengeance.

 

To get your copy of this serial killer thriller titled A Kiss Revealed, please visit:

www.amazon.com/dp/B07XHNF5J6

This is just half the story, too! Stay tuned for books 3 and 4, coming SOON!

 

 

 

I’m excited to announce that my newest release is finally here!

 

 

A Kiss with Death is book one of what is a four-book series in the crime thriller genre. Each book is rated PG-13 or so as there is murder, some seduction, and occasional drug/alcohol references. However, there is no swearing, and no on-page/descriptive sexual references and/or graphic violence.

 

Here is the blurb:

After a rough past, Professor Laura Marie Keaton now has the perfect life. The perfect house along the lakeshore. The perfect job at Capstone University. The perfect boyfriend who she knows is the one. The only thing she doesn’t have? The perfect alibi.

When a serial killer emerges in Crimson Shores, leaving behind only a card with a number, a kiss, and the name Margaret on it, Laura’s life begins to crumble yet again. She believes she’s the hunted. But as the victim count rises, Detective Randy Kojak believes she’s the hunter.

One piece of information about Laura’s past holds the truth. But like everything else with The Margaret Killer, it may not be what it seems.

 

As of right now it is available in e-book format only through Amazon. However, the paperback and audiobook versions are in the works!! With many twists and turns and a smidgen of suspense and mystery, you will not want to miss this series. I’d love for you to check it out, share with a friend, and even leave an honest review if you get the chance!

 

To get your copy, please head to:

 

www.amazon.com/dp/B07VD8Y9JC

 

Thanks for stopping by! Take a look at this brand-new fantasy adventure story with a hint of romance by author Annie Douglass Lima. 

You can

download a copy of the ebook for free

between today, July 9th, and July 11th!

 

Book Description:
Life as the king’s younger sister should be exciting.

 

Not for Princess Kalendria. She’s sick of the dissent and of constantly having her
family undermined by those who think they could rule Malorn better than King
Korram.

 

Hoping to lighten the mood in the palace, Kalendria plans a ball to celebrate her
seventeenth birthday. It doesn’t hurt that their handsome Alasian ally King
Jaymin has promised to attend, and she’s been waiting for him to notice her for
as long as she can remember.

 

But unfriendly forces have their own party plans. When Kalendria, Korram, and
Jaymin barely survive an assassination attempt, their only recourse is to flee
into the wilderness. Tracked by unknown assassins, they must figure out whom
they can trust and who is behind the plot. Can Kalendria help her brother
reclaim his throne – oh, and catch Jaymin’s attention while she’s at it –
before they are all killed and war destroys both kingdoms?


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to download your copy of King of Malorn on Amazon now! 

 

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to see King of Malorn on Goodreads.

 

Series Information:



King of Malorn is book 5 in the Annals of Alasia. But don’t worry if you haven’t read the others; it will still make sense on its own. 

Each of the first four books can stand on its own as well. They each deal with events surrounding the same major political incident: the invasion of the kingdom of Alasia by the neighboring kingdom of Malorn. 


Prince of Alasia begins on the night of the Invasion and describes what happens to twelve-year-old Prince Jaymin after he is forced to flee for his life. 

In the Enemy’s Service features a girl as the protagonist and tells the story of those who were not able to escape from the Alasian palace when the enemy invaded. 

Prince of Malorn begins several months earlier and focuses on the Malornian perspective of the events leading up to the Invasion. 

The Nameless Soldier shows how a young Alasian soldier lives through the Invasion but then has to survive and make a name for himself in enemy-occupied Alasia. 


In each of the books, main characters from the others make brief appearances and interact with each other
at the point where the timeframes and settings overlap. 



Annie also has a short ebook of “interviews” that she conducted with the characters in the other three
books. Annals of Alasia: The Collected nterviews is not available on Amazon, but she sends a free copy to anyone who signs up for her mailing list (to receive updates when she releases new books or occasionally offers them for free).


Author Biography:

Annie Douglass Lima considers herself fortunate to have traveled in twenty different countries and lived in four of them. A fifth-grade teacher in her “other” life, she loves reading to her students and sparking their imaginations. Her books include science fiction, fantasy, YA action and adventure novels, a puppet script, anthologies of her
students’ poetry, and Bible verse coloring and activity books. When she isn’t
teaching or writing, Annie can often be found sipping spiced chai or pomegranate green tea in exotic locations, some of which exist in this world.

 
Author Contact Info:


Blog:

http://anniedouglasslima.blogspot.com

 
 
 
 
Amazon Author Page:
https://www.amazon.com/author/anniedouglasslima
 
 
 

It has been way too LONG since I’ve last written a blog post. The truth is, I’ve been wrapped up in finishing my next series that I’ve not had much time to read or post anything. However, I finally did finish a book I wanted to share with you all. It’s slightly different than I’ve read before: a Christian mystery thriller. Yes, those genres can certainly go together. Let me share with you the book’s information, and then let me tell you my thoughts…

 

 

Shackles: The Truth Will Set You Free

By: Dianne J. Wilson

 

 

 

 

 

Jason is not the kind of guy you would want to take home to mom. He’s foul tempered, a bit of a womanizer and has a conscience that has been collecting dust for years. All that is shaken up though, when he unearths a package of carefully preserved love letters and a portrait while diving off the coast of Africa. So many unanswered questions, the letters snag something inside of him. Intrigued despite himself, he begins to unravel the mystery caught up in pages. He finds himself tangled up in the life of a girl he’s never met… a girl who is in desperate trouble.

Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free ~ John 8:32

 

 

What I really enjoyed about this book was that it had multiple stories intertwining toward one unique plot. How everything came together was miraculously written. Very well done. The author also did a great job of weaving in Christian themes that I believe are true to the Bible. I liked the depth of characters and scenery, and it was overall enjoyable.

 

Throughout this book there were a few mistakes, but nothing that made it difficult to read or understand. That paired with not being a book I couldn’t put down (it was enjoyable, but not something I had to keep reading) made me rate this four stars. Yes, I would recommend it. For those liking novels taking place in foreign countries, this is it for you. 

 

 

You can get it for FREE on Amazon at:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015GB04IK

 

If you haven’t heard yet, slowly, but surely, I have been converting my books into audiobook format. The last time I had shared any news on this via my blog, only two books had been completed: Unfortunate Events: 31 Short Stories and Growing Up Neighbors.

I’m super excited to share with you that ALL of my books are now converted into audiobook format! That’s right! This includes Next Door Neighbors, Long Lost Neighbors, and my non-fiction, inspirational book called What to Expect When You’re Not Expecting: Navigating Infertility!

Let me share with you a little information on them all. If you’re at all interested in any of them, please click on the picture and it will bring you directly to the sales page on Audible where you can see length, price, ratings (if any), and, of course, what the book is all about!

Without further ado, here are my five books:

Growing Up Neighbors

This audiobook was produced by Kate Rhodes. Her youthful voice and dynamic character differences makes this an enjoyable listen for anyone who loves a young adult love story. 

 

Next Door Neighbors

Again, this was produced by Kate Rhodes. She did a great job getting into character, which will help you feel all the feels, especially toward the end! 

 

Long Lost Neighbors

My last book (for now) produced by Kate Rhodes. It was amazing how she could bring the young characters to their older selves. She made this romance shine brighter!

 

What to Expect When You’re NOT Expecting: Navigating Infertility

This audiobook was produced by Elisabeth Stuart. Having gotten to know her well, it was uncanny how much the two of us have in common. That aside, she did an amazing job taking a serious and difficult subject and present it in a way that will touch your core and inspire you!

 

Unfortunate Events: 31 Short Stories

Gary Noon produced this audiobook, and what he did with each story was phenomenal! His voice has a slight scary edge to it, yet it’s not overkill. He was clear in his vocals, and will make this audiobook an enjoyable listen!

 

That’s all for now! I appreciate you taking the time to read this post. I hope you found something here that you’d love to give a try. Please also feel free to spread the word! Even if you aren’t a fan of audiobooks, someone you know might be! Thanks for helping an author out! 

 

Hi, friends! I’m so excited to share about a new book from YA Christian Fiction Author, Beloved Smart, called The Daily Life of Hailey Grace! Keep reading for info on the book and a giveaway where you can win a free copy! (Oh, yeah, and there’s also a $10.00 Amazon Gift Card! Sweet!)

 

Here’s the Book Blurb:

For Hailey Grace, birthdays suck! She hopes with all her heart that her big day passes without gifts, or even a birthday wish. But with loving parents and two witty best friends who keep her on her toes, there’s no telling what adventure Hailey Grace will be forced to explore this time. Unexpectedly, her best friend Alex challenges her to do something she’s never done before. With that comes a whole new set of rules, and another life Hailey isn’t sure she’s quite ready for. Now questioning all that she has ever believed, she takes Alex up on the dare by asking for something that no one but God can give her. Her request also comes with a twenty-four-hour deadline. As the minutes slowly but surely tick by, Hailey’s life shifts into overdrive and she wonders if she has asked for too much too soon.

 

Click the link below for the giveaway!

http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/8af75d4811/?

 

This post is part of The Daily Life of Hailey Grace Blog Tour. To learn more about the author and her book, check out all these other cool blogs that are part of the tour!

 

Livy Lynn Blog

http://www.livylynnblog.com

My Worst Birthday Ever

January 1

 

R.M Archer

http://rmarcher.com

Guest post from Beloved

January 2

 

Hot Town Cool Girl

www.hottowncoolgirl.blogspot.com

Guest Post from Beloved & Giveaway

January 3

 

Spoonful of Surprises

www.spoonfulofsurprises.com

Giveaway

January 4

 

Uniquely Marie Blog

Hi there!

My Worst Birthday Ever

January 5

 

Smyling Girl

www.smylinggirl.blogspot.com

Guest Post & Giveaway

January 7

 

Bookish Orchestrations

http://bookishorchestrations.blogspot.com

Interview & Giveaway

January 10

 

Victoria’s Book Nook

www.victoriasbooknook.blogspot.com.

Interview

January 11

 

Riley Aline

www.rileyaline.com

Guest post from Beloved

January 12

 

Stories and Soul Speak

www.storiesandsoulspeak.wordpress.com

Guest Post & Giveaway

January 13

 

Once Upon an Ordinary

https://onceuponanordinary.wordpress.com/

Interview

January 14

 

Imperial Scribis

https://imperialscribis.wordpress.com

Book Review

January 15

 

English Mysteries

https://englishmysteriesblog.blogspot.com/

Interview & Giveaway

January 16

 

Novels Dragons and Wardrobe Doors

http://www.novelsdragonsandwardrobedoors.blogspot.com

Book Review

January 17

 

Unorthedox Mama

www.unorthodoxmomma.com

Guest post from Beloved & Giveaway

January 18

 

Among the Reads

http://amongTheReads.net

Book Review

January 21

 

In My Book Case

http://inthebookcase.blogspot.com

Giveaway

January 22

 

Authoring Arrowheads

https://authoringarrowheads.wordpress.com/

Interview

January 23

 

Frances Hoelsema’s Blog

www.franceshoelsema.com/blog

Book Spotlight

January 24

 

The Calico Books

https://thecalicobooks.wordpress.com

Giveaway

January 26

 

Home with Hummingbirds

www.homewithhummingbirds.com

Guest Post & Giveaway

January 28

 

Among the Reads

http://amongTheReads.net

Guest post & Giveaway

January 29

 

Writing’s From a God Girl

www.writingsfromagodgirl.wordpress.com

Interview

January 30

 

The Lens and the Hard Drive

https://thelensandtheharddrive.wordpress.com/

Book Review & Interview

January 31

I know that many of you may enjoy listening to your books instead of reading them so I am happy to introduce two new options! Both available right on Amazon, Audible, or iTunes!

Growing Up Neighbors – my debut novel, is now an audiobook narrated by Kate Rhodes. I love how easy and fun she is to listen to. She does a great job getting into each character’s role. Check it out by clicking on the audiobook cover picture!

 

Unfortunate Events: 31 Short Stories – my newest release, is also now in audiobook format narrated by Gary Noon. His voice and narration give just the right amount of creepiness that this book is made for. You’ll love his clarity and take on each short story. Check it out by clicking on the audiobook cover picture!

 

More of my novels are getting produced as well, so stay tuned! And be sure to share this exciting news!

 

If you are a fan of romance novels, you probably know of the newest fad: billionaire romances. I was actually intrigued with this myself, and decided to read one by a well-known author: Victorine E. Lieske! You may remember I have read many of her romances that are part of her Marriage series. Anyway, many billionaire romances won’t be clean by any stretch of the imagination, so this is nice that I can have a clean read and a billionaire romance in one. 

The first thing you’ll notice is the title. It’s actually a funny, interesting title. It’s called “Her Big Fat Foxy Billionaire Best Friend”. You’ll also notice this is book two in Victorine’s Billionaire series. They are all standalones so it doesn’t matter that I read this first. 

Let me share with you a picture and the blurb:

 

Miranda Moore is devastated when her fiancé dumps her right before her wedding. Luckily her best friend, Drew Tucker, comes to her rescue, agreeing to go with her on the Star Venture cruise trip she booked. But he’s changed, and strange new feelings towards him are making it hard for Miranda to stay focused. She needs to keep her friendship with Drew. Falling in love would ruin everything!

Drew’s been in love with Miranda since he could remember. But unfortunately, she only thinks of him as a friend. When she gets dumped right before her dream cruise trip, he agrees to go with her to get her mind off her ex. Too bad it kills him to be with her, knowing she could never return his affections.

 

The first thing I want to mention is that this book is right in line with what I would expect from Victorine. It was a sweet romance with a happy ending. Completely clean in every sense of the word. I enjoyed the cruise part of the book, and the “geeky” nature of it. I’d say it was fun and enjoyable.

However, I do want to say that it didn’t stand out to me as anything spectacular. There was no ‘wow’ factor. Basically, nothing that would make me remember this book years from now. It doesn’t mean this is necessarily bad, it’s just nothing awesome. 

For all the reasons above, I rated this book 4 stars. 

If you’d like to get a copy of Her Big Fat Foxy Billionaire Best Friend by Victorine E. Lieske, please go here:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0781614VF/

 

Two alien worlds.
One teen emissary.
No reality she can trust.
Thirteen-year-old Liz Smith has been ripped away from one foster family after another for years, so the idea of a permanent home is tantalizing. Who cares if that home is a colony sixty-five thousand light-years from Earth? The friends in her trusty e-reader will keep her company just fine on her interstellar relocation.
But when the adventure of a lifetime turns into the disaster of the cosmos, Liz can only retreat so far into the books that have always sheltered her from loneliness and loss. Trapped in half-truths and secrets that leave her questioning reality, can one orphaned bookworm find a way to stop two races from destroying each other … and somehow write a happy ending to her own story?
 

If you like books about space travel, aliens, or cross-cultural transitions, you’ll love this poignant science fiction adventure.

Click here

to get your copy of Heartsong now and start the journey today! (Shh! Today only, the ebook is available for free!)

 
Read on for a sample of the story …
 
Heartsong
Chapter One
 

My love of reading started the whole thing.

The best place to read on the Laika was in the lifeboats. I’d discovered that on the first leg of the trip, during the flight from Earth to the jump point off of Phoebe. I mean, what else was there to do when we couldn’t see much through the viewports? The view was exciting when there was one, but when you’re far away from anything, space all looks the same.
The hyperspace jump that shot us across the galaxy had been quick, of course, so no time to get bored there. And after we came out of it at the jump point off of Somav, the blue giant that would light my skies for the rest of my life, the flight toward the little moon Soma was pretty exciting, too. I couldn’t stop staring as we passed Somavia, the blue and white planet I knew none of us would ever see close up again. I wondered about the aliens whose home it was. What were they like? The pictures and video Forerunner had sent back, from the few passes it had taken in high orbit, left everyone with more questions than they answered.
Of course, we knew the planet had a breathable atmosphere. If it hadn’t been for the alien race who already lived there — and the tirtellium that we were going to mine on Soma, of course — New Horizons Industries might have decided to set up its colony on the planet Somavia instead of on its moon.
We passed Somavia three days ago, and we’d been orbiting Soma ever since. Which was also exciting, at first. I couldn’t wait to actually get down there and start life on my new home. A home I would get to help create, along with the adult scientists and miners and the rest of the Young Explorers. A home I would never be taken away from just when I was starting to settle in. My forever home. Normally I hated new beginnings, but this one was different. This would be the last new beginning of my life.
Even the colony’s name, chosen by the Samoan astronomer who discovered this solar system, was perfect. Avanoa, which apparently meant opportunity in the Samoan language, sounded to me like a kingdom from some fantasy novel.

Not that life in Avanoa was going to be a fantasy. I knew that Continue reading “Heartsong – A New Release by Annie Douglass Lima”