Day: September 4, 2024

Atomica Book 1

by Heather McKenzie

Genre: YA SciFi Fantasy Romance  

 ATOMICA – BETWEEN SEA AND SKY, is a compelling saga of love, duty, and sacrifice set against the stunning backdrop of a lush tropical island— where the line between hero and villain blurs in the shadows of a forgotten world.  

Atomica – Between Sea and Sky

Atomica Book 1

by Heather McKenzie

Genre: YA SciFi Fantasy Romance  

 “Never judge based on appearances. Sometimes the most unassuming can be the deadliest.”

A compelling saga of love, duty, and sacrifice set against the stunning backdrop of a lush tropical island—where the line between hero and villain blurs in the shadows of a forgotten world…

In a land ravaged by ancient vendettas, nineteen-year-old Eva has vowed to protect Zoleya, a petite, blue-eyed girl with a powerful gift. But when a catastrophic shipwreck strands her on a mysterious tropical island and Zoleya disappears, Eva is forced to abandon her duty and form alliances with a group of castaways to survive. While facing the island’s perils and a corrupt band of Raiders intent on her capture, Eva fights to reclaim her title as Zoleya’s Guardian.

Kade Thorn, a hunter programmed to seek and destroy all remnants of forbidden technology, battles his opposing impulses. Bound by ancient markings etched into his skin that incite violence, he finds himself torn between blindly obeying his directive or pursuing a powerful attraction to Eva, knowing either choice will get him killed.

Forced to rely on each other, Eva and Kade seek refuge deep within the island’s jungle and become conflicted about where their loyalties lie. Will they find their way back to their predetermined paths or forge a new destiny together? The fate of Zoleya—the catalyst to either save the world or destroy it—hangs in the balance.

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 I am Canadian, born and raised in Alberta on a lovely acreage just outside of Edmonton to musical parents. I began my arts career as a musician, leaving home at the age of fifteen to play in a rock band, then went on to become a singer/songwriter. I wrote songs and told stories with melodies, lucky enough to tour Canada and record four studio albums, as well as work as a studio musician. I spent years singing my heart out. However, when I discovered the limitless creativity of novel writing, I shifted my focus to a literary career. My extraordinary experiences as a musician continue to fuel my writing. I am deeply inspired by art and profoundly humbled by the creativity of others. Creating is a fundamental part of my life, and expressing myself through storytelling is incredibly important to me. I strive to transport readers to different places or provide them with a companion for three hundred pages, impacting them as my favorite writers and artists have impacted me.

I like to write about deeply flawed characters with relatable struggles and how they react in extraordinary circumstances. The Rocky Mountains and the wonders of nature greatly inspire me, and I love to explore the juxtaposition of these settings with urban landscapes. My novels are characterized by action, adventure, lots of romance, and unexpected twists. I like to put my characters in unique settings and fully explore their motivations while drawing heavily on my personal experiences.

I am honored to be represented by Elizabeth Winick Rubinstein of McIntosh and Otis, one of the USA’s longest-running literary agencies, representing remarkable authors such as the late John Steinbeck and Harper Lee. As a ‘hybrid’ author, Elizabeth represents my adult works, while I represent my young adult works. I am determined not to limit myself to one specific genre and hope to follow in the footsteps of authors who have achieved success this way, as I value the artistic freedom it affords.

At present, I have four published novels; Serenade, Nocturne and Rhapsody, all which have achieved bestseller status in digital sales. My newest novel, Atomica: Between Sea and Sky, was just released on August 27, 2024, and is the first book in a new young adult fantasy series.

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Shadows of the Past Book 1

by Hayley Lawson

Genre: Horror

Nightmare Retreat

Shadows of the Past Book 1

by Hayley Lawson

Genre: Horror

Uncover the Secrets of Fear: Join the Nightmare Retreat by Clear Path Corporation

Clear Path Corporation (CPC) welcomes you to a serene weekend getaway at our secluded cabin in upstate New York. Join Nathan and Ethan Stone, along with their friends Ruby, Olivia, and Liam, as they embark on what promises to be a relaxing retreat. Appearances can be deceiving, however, and all is not as it seems. As their weekend begins, so does a new experiment in terror.

Before the group can settle in, they realize that something sinister is afoot. After a disturbing encounter at a local convenience store, their cabin has mysteriously disappeared, along with the road. As they hike through the fading light toward their destination, an ominous symbol carved into a tree seems to warn of something strange to come. Follow along as their tranquil escape devolves into a harrowing ordeal.

Clear Path Corporation’s scientists have meticulously orchestrated every chilling detail to challenge the subjects’ resolve and sanity. CPC’s patented immersive experience will push the group to its limits, testing their resilience when facing old fears and unearthing new terrors. Will they decipher the dark secrets we’ve woven into the very fabric of the forest, or will they succumb to the precisely crafted horrors that await them?

Join us for the CPC Nightmare Retreat Experience, where ingenuity, loyalty, and the unyielding will to survive are put to the ultimate test. Are you ready to confront the unknown and explore the limits of fear?

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Meditations on Reality and Spirituality from a Doctor, a Patient, a Scientist, and a Reluctant Believer

Nonfiction

Date Published: June 29, 2024

Written from the perspective of a doctor and scientist, Everything that I Know About the Universe is a selection of essays explaining why we need to rethink some of our basic assumptions about science and theology and how the two fields of thought can coexist. The need to ask where we came from and why we’re here is a fundamental part of being human. This text seeks to take those two questions and reframe them to show how they can be scientifically answered, but spiritually informed, with appeals made to evolutionary biology, quantum mechanics, cosmology, and large number theory. Along the way, the author lays out definitions for the mind, consciousness, and spirituality, and shows that even if we can’t have definitive answers to the big existential questions of life, asking those questions is one of the most important things that we can do. The essays also delve into some of the most important critiques of traditional religious and scientific perspectives on the universe.

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 Children’s Book

Date Published: July 30, 2024

Join Dara the Panda on an adventurous pirate quest where the true riches are the bonds of friendship and fun!

Ahoy, little adventurers! Meet Dara, the imaginative panda who dreams of being a pirate. Wearing her striped shirt, pink bow, and red skirt, Dara sets sail with her friends—Mike the monkey, Tao the tiger, and Lulu the colorful bird—on a thrilling treasure hunt. As they explore leafy forests and rocky rivers, they encounter exciting surprises and new friends along the way.

As Dara and her crew brave storms and meet a friendly pirate crew, they discover that the real treasure isn’t gold or jewels but the joy of friendship and the fun they share. With bravery and camaraderie, Dara and her friends overcome the storm’s fury and find that the greatest rewards come from the friendships they build and the adventures they share.

Adventure awaits in every treasure hunt. Get your copy today and follow Dara the Panda on an imaginative adventure as she sets sail on a pirate quest in her latest tale!

About the Author

As a child with a vast imagination, Xiao spent countless hours creating new worlds and playful adventures in her backyard. Now, she channels those experiences and her creative spirit into writing engaging stories for young children. With a happy smile and a pen dancing across the pages, Xiao brings new characters to life, hoping to encourage children to use their own imaginations and creativity while learning about friendship, determination, and kindness.

When Xiao isn’t dreaming up new adventures for her characters, she happily tends her flowers, learns to sew, or plays outside with her own little bundles of joy. Join Xiao on many journeys through the wonder of words and spark children’s imaginations everywhere!

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