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Good Read Alert – The Blind Shot

THE BLIND SHOT BY J.L. CAMPBELL

When all else fails, love will find a way.

Kofi Danquah has travelled halfway around the globe for fifteen years, satisfying his need for advancement and adventure. In that time, he has never met another woman as intriguing as Regina Chu. She’s a chameleon—a wild child with issues she hides behind a playful persona.

In Gina’s eyes, Kofi is a mystery—exotic, intense and secretive. His sober nature balances her bubbly personality and unconventional approach to life. Plus, he’s appealing enough to make her forget they’re from separate worlds.

Time spent together changes Kofi and Gina’s platonic relationship into an attraction that burns hot despite their cultural differences and the disapproval of their families. But fairy tales don’t always last and true love needs fertile soil in which to bloom.

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ABOUT J.L. CAMPBELL

J.L. Campbell writes contemporary, paranormal, and sweet romance, romantic suspense, women’s fiction, as well as new and young adult novels. Campbell, who features Jamaican culture in her stories, has penned over thirty books. She is a certified editor, who also writes non-fiction. When she’s not writing, Campbell adds to her extensive collection of photos detailing Jamaica’s flora and fauna. Visit her on the web at www.joylcampbell.com

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Winners Announced!

Thank you to everyone that entered the Summer Giveaway contest via Rafflecopter. The contest has ended and the winners of my Rafflecopter Giveway are:

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Any unclaimed prizes will be awarded to the next randomly selected number.

Calling All Authors

AUTHORS: OPEN HOUSE FOR NK PROMO PARTNERS.

What is it? A group of authors who cross-market and promote within the following genres: contemporary fiction, women’s fiction, historical fiction, romance, suspense/mystery, Christian fiction, paranormal/sci-fi/speculative.

Upcoming Opportunities: Black Women’s Expo – Chicago, Black Women’s Expo Atlanta, Cincinnati Music Festival Program Book, Cavalcade of Authors Chicago, Cavalcade of Authors Bahamas, Cavalcade of Authors North Carolina, BARR, Great Midwest Book Fest.

Group Sampler, Duet Promo Cards, Newsletter Subscriber Building. BookBub Follow Building, promotional Cook Books, … for starters

Requirements. Covers need to be clean and professionally created. Content is professionally edited and devoid of excessive foul/vulgar language. Only the genres listed above are considered.

Inbox or email with interest.

Lissa Woodson,
USA TODAY Bestselling Author Naleighna Kai
www.naleighnakai.com
‪773.263.6512 / lissawoodson@aol.com‬
Founder of the 15th Annual Cavalcade of Authors 
at Cambria Chicago Magnificent Mile
‪September 27-29, 2019‬
www.thecavalcadeofauthors.com
NK’s Tribe Called Success 
NK Literary Cafe Magazine

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#National Book Lovers Day

Today is the day for all lovers of books. To honor this special event, let’s post our favorite book quotes.

I’ll go first. I have two favorites. The first is from the woman that inspired me to put words on paper, Maya Angelou. From “I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings”:

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”
― Maya Angelou

And from my new favorite. I love the way she paints a picture with words. Leesa Cross-Smith’s “Whiskey & Ribbons”:

“I can hear it coming. Healing. The train tracks leading to my heart are warmed by it. I can put my hand there and feel it hot. It is rattling towards me. Rumbling. The buzzing sound of a flickering light at the end of the tunnel. A grief train rumbling away from us. A healing train coming our way… Everything. In rhythm. All of it – glowing and glowing – light spilling and pouring and rushing through the cracks of the bits glued back together. This shattered life. This broken bright.”
― Leesa Cross-Smith

Now it’s your turn. In the comments below, share your favorite book(s) and add a quote.

Happy Reading.

New Release Alert

USA Today, New York Times, and National Bestselling Authors work together to provide you with a world you’ll never want to leave. The Castle. Powerful men unexpectedly brought together by their pasts and current circumstances will become a force to be reckoned with.

When their mentor and founder of The Castle ends up on the business end of an assassination attempt, Grant, Alejandro, Shaz, Mariano, Vikkas, Jai, Daron, Kaleb, and Dwayne are snatched from their daily lives and successful businesses in order to right old wrongs and track down the men responsible for the attempt on his life. Their combined efforts to find the people responsible for the attempt on their mentor’s life is the beginning of dangerous challenges that will alter the path of their lives forever. Not to mention, they will also draw the ire and deadly intent of current Castle members who wield major influence across the globe.

Fate made them brothers, but protecting the Castle and the women they love, will make them Kings.If you like romance, suspense, or contemporary fiction, it’s past time for you to visit … The Castle.

This world was brought to you by: S.L. Jennings, Naleighna Kai, Martha Kennerson, J.L.Campbell, Lisa Watson, Karen D. Bradley, Janice M. Allen, London St. Charles, and MarZe Scott.

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2019 EMMA Awards

CONGRATULATIONS TO TRIBE MEMBER TERRI ANN JOHNSON AND NKPP MEMBER VANESSA RILEY FOR THEIR NOMINATIONS.

2019 Emma Award Finalists Announced

Romance Slam Jam (aka the RSJ Book Lovers Convention), the networking event for diversity in literature, announces the finalists for the 2019 Emma Awards. The Emma — the premier award for diversity in romantic literature — recognizes excellence in published romance novels, novellas, and women’s fiction featuring diverse and multicultural protagonists (such as black, African-American, Latino American, Hispanic Americans, biracial, etc.). Winners will be announced on Sunday, August 11, 2019.

BEST INSPIRATIONAL/SPIRITUAL ROMANCE
*******”Faith Alone” by Terri Ann Johnson*********
“Butterfly Arising” by Landis Lain�“Love At First Sight” by Cheryl Barton

BEST INTERRACIAL ROMANCE
“Pleasure Awakening” by Stephanie Morris
*******”Bittersweet Bride” by Vanessa Riley********
“Crazy Old Money” by Kilby Blades
“Within The Skin” by Zara West

DEBUT AUTHOR
Arron Braxton
******Terri Ann Johnson****
Michele Sims

10 More Best Books I’ve Read This Year – 2019

1. Then She Was Gone – Lisa Jewell

I enjoy suspensful stories and this one doesn’t disappoint. I couldn’t put it down until the end.

2. I’m Fine and Neither Are You – Camille Pagan

An all too relatable story of a woman and marriage.

3. Fire in the Water – Pat G’orge-Walker

An entertaining read with a lesson about letting go of past hurts and embracing your blessings. I laughed along with the main character and screamed at her to get her act together.

4. My Sister, the Serial Killer – Oyinkan Braithwaite

A laugh out loud distrubing story about a woman and her sister. How far would you go to protect your family?

5. Bring Me Back – B. A. Paris

This book kept me guessing until the end. A wonderful thrill read about past lovers and secrets.

6. A Spark of Light – Jodi Picoult

I love Jodi. This story tackles women’s health issues and paints a realistic picture of people of all sides of subject.

7. Monday’s Not Coming – Tiffany D. Jackson

I still think about these characters months after finishing this book. The storyline involves a missing girl and her best friend’s determination to find her. You begin to love these characters and feel their heartbreak vividly. I love this author.

8. The Last Thing You Surrender – Leonard Pitts, Jr.

Set in the time of World War II, this story takes you on a journey following the lives of a young white affulent Marine, a young black widow and her brother who witnessed their parents brutal lynching. How do you keep your morality in a time of turmoil?

9. The Care and Feeding of Ravenously Hungry Girls – Anissa Gray

A story about dysfunctional family dynamics and the generational ties that can manifest in a myraid of ways.

10. Don’t Walk Away – Victoria Kennedy

Beautiful writing with an engaging storyline about that grown up type of love.

That’s my list. What books have you read that you can recommend? Please feel free to comment below.

See previous books I like here:

https://michelledrayford.com/2019/04/22/ten-more-best-books-ive-read-this-year/

BookLuver Summer Reading Book Giveaway

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This contest runs from June through July 31st. Enter for a chance to win a book bundle just in time for summer reading. Click the above link and then click on the book bundle photo to enter. Three winners will each receive the book bundle.

Good luck!

BooksSweeps Giveaway – Enter Today

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