Current Tours & Book News
If you're interested in hosting any of these tours, please let us know.
We'd love to have you on board!
We'd love to have you on board!
SPOTLIGHT BOOK TOUR: The Forever Factor: A Silicon Valley novel by Tom Hogan and Amanda Iles5/9/2025 
Join Us for This Tour from June 16 to July 8, 2025!
Book Details: Book Title: THE FOREVER FACTOR: A SILICON VALLEY novel by Tom Hogan and Amanda Iles Category: Adult Fiction (18+), 410 pages Genre: genetic engineering science fiction, medial thrillers, hard science fiction Publisher: Laughing Dog Publishing LLC Release date: March 5, 2025 Tour dates: June 16 to July 8, 2025 Content Rating: R for language
"You want to get a realistic view on how breakthrough technologies emerge from Silicon Valley? Hogan and Isles, with deft dramatic style, put you right there with characters who remind me of those I worked alongside over the past 40 years. Brilliant, yes; imperfect, unquestionably; conflicted, sometimes; ambitious, you bet. Well worth your time." -- 5-Star Review on Amazon
Book Description:
Silicon Valley’s relentless pursuit of innovation collides with the profound quest for longevity in this thrilling new novel. When visionary inventor Petra Alexander stumbles upon a groundbreaking discovery that could radically extend the human lifespan, she’s catapulted into the high-stakes world of Silicon Valley startups. Armed with ambition and a deeply personal drive, Petra must navigate the cutthroat corridors of tech giants, venture capitalists, and biohackers—as well as threats from powerful forces dead set against the transformative technology she’s developing. Funded by “The Hydras,” an elite group of tech moguls dedicated to biohacking and longevity, Petra pushes the boundaries of science, spurred by her quest to find a cure for the rapid-aging disease that killed her sister and now threatens her mother. Reluctantly assuming the mantle of biotech CEO, she faces impossible choices: Who will control access to a life-saving breakthrough? What sacrifices will she make in the name of progress? And how far is she willing to go when her own life is at risk? Packed with gripping suspense and nuanced ethical dilemmas, The Forever Factor offers a rare glimpse into the startup culture that shapes our world. From clandestine yacht gatherings to high-stakes negotiations in Silicon Valley boardrooms, the novel intertwines scientific breakthroughs, corporate intrigue, and human drama in a narrative that will leave you questioning the very nature of life, mortality, and innovation. Fans of Michael Crichton’s techno-thrillers and Blake Crouch’s speculative fiction will find themselves captivated by this smart, fast-paced tale that dares to ask: Should anyone be allowed to master immortality—or does the pursuit threaten the very future of humanity?
Meet the Authors:
Amanda Iles: Amanda Iles is a writer who creates prose on behalf of Silicon Valley executives and companies, from Steve Jobs to the latest hot startups. Before writing professionally, she earned a biology/philosophy degree and worked in a developmental neurobiology lab at UC San Diego, followed by a graduate degree from the prestigious UC Santa Cruz science writing program. 
Tom Hogan: Tom Hogan is an author and screenwriter based in Austin, TX. Left for Alive is his first novel. He is also the screenwriter for The Devil’s Breath, a noir thriller set in Auschwitz. It was a finalist at the Napa Valley Film Festival and semi-finalist at the Austin Film Festival.
Tom’s past writing experience has been on the non-fiction side. He is the co-author (with Carol Broadbent) of The Ultimate Startup Guide: Marketing Lessons, War Stories, and Hard-Won Advice from Leading Venture Capitalists and Angel Investors. The book highlights the lessons Tom and Carol learned as principals at Crowded Ocean, a marketing firm that has launched over 50 Silicon Valley startups. He has also written extensively for travel books, political journals, and Newsweek. Professionally, Tom has split his career between academia and technology marketing. He was a lecturer in Holocaust and Genocide Studies at Santa Clara University and UC Santa Cruz. He joined Silicon Valley in its infancy, where he was the original creative director at Oracle. Moving into the VC (Venture Capital) world, he was a co-founder of Crowded Ocean and now advises startups in Silicon Valley and Austin. connect with the author: website ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
June 16 - Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway June 16 – @bearyintobooks – book spotlight / giveaway June 17 - Liese's Blog – book spotlight June 18 – @youngpink_bibilophile – book spotlight June 18 - @bookscape__ - book spotlight / giveaway June 18 - @michellegodardricher – book spotlight / giveaway June 19 – Books R Us – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway June 20 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway June 23 – FUONLYKNEW – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway June 25 – Ilovebooksandstuffblog – book spotlight / giveaway June 26 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway June 26 – @nessas_book_reviews – book spotlight / giveaway June 27 – Happily Managing a Household of Boys – book spotlight / giveaway June 30 – @adriftinfictionalworld – book spotlight / giveaway June 30 - @tia.reads – book spotlight June 30 - @this.human.reads – book spotlight July 1 - Deal Sharing Aunt – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway July 1 - Gina Rae Mitchell - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway July 2 - @bookishrebel01 – book spotlight / giveaway July 3 – @Leannebookstagram – book spotlight July 3 - @theratherslowreader – book spotlight / giveaway July 7 - @bookreviewsbytaylor – book spotlight / giveaway July 8 - Sarandipity - book spotlight / guest post / giveaway July 8 – @books_and_babe – book spotlight / giveaway July 9 – @Shesreadingagain_ - book spotlight TBD– @theliteraryescapade/ - book spotlight / giveaway
Enter the Giveaway:
13 Comments
Join Us For This Tour From June 9 to June 27, 2025
Book Details: Book Title: Red Sun Rising by Allen Lyle Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 422 pages Genre: Fantasy, Sci-fi, Dystopian Fiction Publisher: Moon Publishing Company Publication Date: July, 2025. Tour dates: June 9 to June 27, 2025 Content Rating: This book is rated PG 13 for graphic violence and battle scenes.
Book Description:
Red Sun Rising - Book One of the Red Sun Rising Series Power is not inherited. It is taken—by blood, by fire, by force. The Empire is rotting from within. Corruption festers in its courts, rebellions simmer at its borders, and old gods whisper in the shadows. Amid the chaos, one family sees opportunity. House de Bordeaux has long stood on the fringes of power—noble in name, forgotten in legacy. But when a mysterious death fractures the imperial line, a brutal new game begins. As alliances crumble and enemies multiply, the de Bordeaux heirs must decide what they’re willing to sacrifice in their pursuit of the throne—and what darkness they’ll awaken along the way. From the first clash of voltedge swords to the final echo of betrayal, Red Sun Rising is a gripping tale of ambition, treachery, and the high cost of empire. The first installment in a sweeping epic fantasy series, perfect for fans of political intrigue, morally complex characters, and dynastic power struggles.
BUY THE BOOK:
(available for pre-order) Author Website AMAZON add to goodreads On July 28th, Red Sun Rising will be available on B&N, BAM!, and any place you can buy books 
Meet the Author:
Allen Lyle lives in Athens, Georgia, (GO DAWGS!) where he shares his home with his wife, four cats, a sweet pup, and several hundred books. A lifelong devotee of science fiction and fantasy, he fell under their spell at a young age and never looked back. Allen considers himself a lifelong devotee of science fiction and fantasy, He has always been drawn to the intersection of history and the speculative—asking questions like, “What if the Byzantine Empire had rockets?” or “What if Tolkien’s world had pirates?” An avid gamer, Allen has spent countless hours orchestrating dynastic dramas in Crusader Kings III, an inspiration for his debut novel. His fascination with history extends beyond pixels and pages—he’s an enthusiastic collector of antiques, a lover of travel, and a devoted fan of minor league baseball. When he’s not writing, Allen can be found painting miniatures or reading. His debut novel takes readers thousands of years into a post-apocalyptic future where the kings and queens of Europe—now called Yuropa—rule once more. It's sure to hit the sweet spot for fantasy, scifi, and history lovers alike...just like Allen. connect with the author: website ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
June 9 – Working Mommy Journal – book spotlight / giveaway June 9 - @bookreviewsbytaylor – book spotlight / giveaway June 9 - @bearyintobooks – book spotlight / giveaway June 9 - @reader_ceygo – book spotlight / giveaway June 10 – Books R US – book spotlight / giveaway June 11 - @tia.reads – book spotlight / giveaway June 11 – @michellegodardricher – book spotlight / giveaway June 13 – Books With a Chance – book spotlight / giveaway June 16 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway June 17 – Elizabeth McKenna – Author – book spotlight / giveaway June 17 – FUONLYKNEW – book spotlight / giveaway June 18 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / giveaway June 19 – @karisbookclub – book spotlight June 19 - My Reading Getaway – book spotlight / giveaway June 19 - @bookishrebel01 – book spotlight / giveaway June 20 – Liese's Blog – book spotlight June 20 - Sarandipity– book spotlight / giveaway June 23 - @this.human.reads – book spotlight June 23 - @bookscape__ - book spotlight / giveaway June 23 – @melissajbooks4days – book spotlight June 24 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book spotlight / giveaway June 25 - Gina Rae Mitchell - book spotlight / giveaway June 25 – @Leannebookstagram – book spotlight June 25 – GetUrBook – book spotlight / giveaway June 26 - Deanna’s Bookstagram – book spotlight June 26 – Country Mamas With Kids – book spotlight / giveaway June 27 - Happily Managing a Household of Boys – book spotlight June 27 – @adriftinfictionalworld – book spotlight June 27 - @theratherslowreader – book spotlight / giveaway June 27 - @theliteraryescapade – book spotlight / giveaway June 27 – @lizzies.reading.recs – book spotlight / giveaway
Enter the Giveaway:
Join us for this tour from Jan 13 to Feb 7, 2025!
Book Details: Book Title: PILGRIMS by M.R. Leonard Category: Adult Fiction (18 +), 412 pages Genre: Science Fiction Publisher: Blue Castle Press Release date: November 2024 Formats Available for Review: print-softback (USA and Canada), ebook (PDF and EPUB) internationally, and audiobook (audible download). Tour dates: Jan 13 to Feb 7, 2025 Content Rating: PG-13. There is death in my book. There are also religious profanities “God damn”. There are also a few swears (not many but some “F” bombs said by the villain at the end). There is no description of sex but my protagonist follows an online creator who does adult content (her content is never described at all other than to say it exists). The main thing is the violence in my book. It is not gory but it does involve children dying.
Book Description:
Latin was a dead language—until the aliens arrived. Out-of-work Latin teacher and borderline alcoholic Austin DeSantis is determined to spend his final days in the arms of a prostitute—that is if the aliens don’t exterminate humanity first. But when the aliens land at the Vatican, begin speaking Latin, and reveal themselves to be Catholic, the world turns upside down. Pressed into service as a translator and thrust into the center of humanity's first contact with a cryptic alien race, Austin must uncover their true intentions before religious turmoil rips the planet apart. But with Austin caught between the Catholic Church, the US military, and an enigmatic alien AI, he'll have to decide where his loyalties lie as the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. PILGRIMS is a sci-fi retelling of Augustine's Confessions, mixing a high-concept premise à la Children of Time with the ceaseless pacing and rich characterization of Red Rising. 
Meet the Author:
Michael Leonard was born and raised in Boston, but the cities he’s spent the most time in are Beijing, Florence and Edgartown (in that order). After graduating from Boston College, he pursued a career in law before becoming a China market entry advisor and accumulating a few lifetimes worth of adventures in just nine short years. Somewhere along the way he lost his faith but he found it again in graduate school at MIT. Married with two young sons, he can be found discussing his next novel with his ten pound dachshund as he strolls around Boston Harbor. connect with the author: website ~X ~ instagram ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
Jan 13 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / giveaway Jan 13 - @bearyintobooks* - book review / giveaway Jan 14 - Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's – book review / guest post / giveaway Jan 14 – @acourtofspinesnpages* - book review / giveaway Jan 15 - @tia.reads* - book review / giveaway Jan 15 - @the_secret_bookreview * - book review / giveaway Jan 15 - @book_withquotes* - book review / giveaway Jan 16 – @Leannebookstagram– book review Jan 17– @this.human.reads* - book review / giveaway Jan 18 - @i.sarah.read.a.lot * – book review / giveaway Jan 21 - @myfictionalmusings* - book review / giveaway Jan 21 - @kiv_coffeeandpages * - book review / giveaway Jan 22 – FUONLYKNEW– book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Jan 23 – Liese's Blog– book spotlight Jan 24 – @adriftinfictionalworld – book review Jan 27 – @thebookishren/ *- book review / giveaway Jan 27 - @bookscape__* - book review / giveaway Jan 27 - @onemorechap * - book review / giveaway Jan 28 – @books.and.salt/ * - book review / giveaway Jan 28 - @speedreadstagram * - book review / giveaway Jan 29– Locks, Hooks and Books– book review / giveaway Jan 29 - @michellegodardricher * - book review / giveaway Jan 30 – @readsandmusic * - book review / giveaway Jan 30 – Book Corner News and Reviews– book review / giveaway Jan 30- Gina Rae Mitchell - audiobook review / guest post / giveaway Jan 31 – China Sorrows – book review / giveaway Jan 31 - @theratherslowreader * - book review / giveaway Jan 31 – @whatnolareads * - book review / giveaway Feb 4 – @lizzies.reading.recs* - book review / giveaway Feb 4 - @Shesreadingagain_ - book review / giveaway Feb 5 – @nissa_the.bookworm* - book review / giveaway Feb 5 – @just_another_mother_with_books * - book review / giveaway Feb 6 - Frugal Freelancer – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Feb 7 – Books R US– book spotlight / author interview / giveaway TBD – @vibedealindavid * - book review / giveaway
Enter the Giveaway:
Join us for this tour from Jan 16 to Jan 27, 2023!
Book Details: Book Title: Jexter Bladebrace & The Exalted Kingdom by Jamie Smartkins Category: YA Fiction (Ages 13-17), 103 pages Genre: Sci-fi and fantasy Publisher: Olympia Publishers(UK) Release date: Jan 27, 2022 Format available for review: ebook (MOBI for Kindle, PDF) Tour dates: Jan 16 to Jan 27, 2023 Content Rating: G. My book is for general audience. This book is for science fiction and fantasy book lover.
"Far and away one of the finest books of 2022. If I had the only vote, this would be in a book of the year category. Brilliantly written. Fans of graphic novels will love this book. Fans of simply fun adventures will love this book. If you want to enjoy reading a book again, buy this book. A brilliant book that needs to be a template for all YA writers in the world." - N. N. Light's Book Heaven, 5-stars on Amazon.
"This novel is rich in creative ideas, including the introduction of alien race that swoops in to help those in need...This whole book is clearly a labor of love by its author, offering an interesting science fiction tale for anyone to enjoy." - US Review of Books "Jexter Bladebrace and the Exalted Kingdom is a fun jaunt for a science fiction novel and would be best for middle-grade readers. Smartkins sets up a promising premise with lots of action in this easy-to-read novel. Readers who are looking for an entertaining, light read will enjoy this story." - The Book Review Directory "...a well-written and well-developed story with unique characters that jump off the pages while reading. A short book that makes it perfect for reading in a day or two... great for those who are under the age of twelve but also for sci-fi buffs! Highly recommend it." - author Catherine Townsend-Lyon, 5-stars on Amazon. "I loved this fast paced novel that took a whole different route from the usual post-apocalyptic tale. The well developed characters and plot was a pleasure to read." - Bookshelf Adventures Blog
Book Description:
In the year 2080 AD, the asteroid Ominoulada strikes the Earth, shaking the planet. Jexter Bladebrace finds himself stranded on an island. The spaceship Spectrovor arrives to help the Earthlings. Joining one hundred survivors on the island where Spectrovor lands, Jexter, Shelly and Mac try to prevent their island from sinking into the ocean. The Spectropeans from Spectrovor suggest an alliance with the Earthlings, whereby they will save them by turning them into humphibians, a life form which can survive on land as well as in water. The humphibians take refuge in a sunken ship and learn to live on the demolished planet Earth, exploring and finding new places. But when they find another planet, a reflection of the Earth, their lives take a drastic turn. Can Jexter, Shelly and Mac salvage the future of the Earthlings? 
Meet the Author:
Jamie Smartkins is an Indian sci-fi fantasy writer and blogger. After having over a decade of experience in the software industry, Jamie moved into the world of writing. He is also a voracious reader, avid music lover and winner of several quiz and dance competitions. Jamie started writing fantasy stories as he believes creative art in any genre is the ultimate form of abstract science. He loves studying palmistry, astrology and foreign languages during his spare time. connect with the author: website ~ twitter ~ facebook ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
Jan 16 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / author interview / giveaway Jan 17 – My WorldReads – book review / giveaway Jan 18 – Splashes of Joy – book review / giveaway Jan 19 – Gina Rae Mitchell – book review / guest post / giveaway Jan 19 - Books are a Blessing – book review / giveaway Jan 20 – Library Lady's Kid Lit – book review / giveaway Jan 20 - Library Lady's Kid Lit – book spotlight / author interview Jan 23 – Lady Hawkeye – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Jan 23 - Books for Books - book spotlight Jan 24 – The Momma Spot – book review / giveaway Jan 25 – Stephanie Jane – book review / giveaway Jan 26 - Leels Loves Books - book review / giveaway Jan 27 – Authors on iTours: Let's Talk Books – book review
Enter the Giveaway:
Coming Soon! 
Join us for this tour from Nov 21 to Dec 16, 2022!
Book Details: Book Title: A Measure of Serenity by Bryan Prosek Category: YA Fiction (Ages 13-17), 368 pages Genre: YA Science Fiction Publisher: CamCat Books Release date: November 2022 Formats Available for Review: print - softback (USA only), audiobook (Book Funnel download), and ebook (EPUB, PDF, Book Funnel download) Tour dates: Nov 21 to Dec 16, 2022 Content Rating: PG. There aren't any graphic scenes, and no strong language.
Book Description:
A million thoughts, but only one right thing to do. Eighteen-year-old Serenity Ashdown has a brilliant mind: she counts, calculates, and analyzes everything, all the time. Awkward. When her father suddenly disappears, Serenity follows his trail to a parallel dimension. The feds on the other side claim to want to help her go home, if she helps them reconstruct the right codes for the portal between worlds. But it’s soon clear they want something more: a gateway for invasion, because this version of Earth is dying. When Serenity learns that her alter-ego was killed in battle, she assumes “the other Serenity’s” identity and uses her unique abilities to lead the resistance in a mortal fight against the tyrannical super-government that is poised to invade her universe. Serenity has no idea how to be someone she’s not, but she has to try—or she may not have a home to return to. 
Meet the Author:
Bryan Prosek is a science fiction writer and business attorney. Along with his debut The Brighter the Stars and the forthcoming A Measure of Serenity, he has published books and articles in legal trade journals and magazines. When he isn’t writing or practicing law, you can probably find him watching science fiction movies or television shows. He loves the big screen and the small screen. There’s a good chance that he’ll be watching one of the numerous Star Trek movies or series, but he could be watching anything from Guardians of the Galaxy to The Conjuring. connect with the author: website ~ twitter ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
Nov 21 –Liese's Blog – book spotlight Nov 22 - Book Reviews by Linda Moore - book spotlight / giveaway Nov 23 - Rockin' Book Reviews – book review / giveaway Nov 23 –Living in a Bookworld – book spotlight / giveaway Nov 25 –Books for Books – book spotlight Nov 25– JB's Bookworms with Brandy Mulder - audiobook review / giveaway Nov 28 –Splashes of Joy – book review / giveaway Nov 29 – Lady Hawkeye - book spotlight / giveaway Nov 30 –Books are a Blessing – book review / giveaway Dec 2 –fundinmental – book spotlight / giveaway Dec 6 - My Reading Getaway - book spotlight Dec 6 –Leels Loves Books – book review / giveaway Dec 7 –A Mama's Corner of the World – book review / giveaway Dec 8 – Welcome To MLM Opinion’s Reviews - book review / giveaway Dec 9 –Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / giveaway Dec 9 - My Reading Getaway - book review Dec 12 – JennaReadStuff - book review Dec 13 - Library Lady's Kid Lit - book review / giveaway Dec 13 – Celticlady's Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway Dec 14 –Cover Lover Book Review – book review / giveaway Dec 15 –Authors on iTours: Let's Talk Books! – book review Dec 16 –Jazzy Book Reviews – book spotlight / giveaway Dec 16 - @enjoyingbooksagain - book review TBD – Bootsie’s Book Nook - book spotlight
Enter the Giveaway:
Join us for this tour from August 2 to August 22, 2022!
Book Details: Book Title: CHILD OF ETHERCLAW by Matty Roberts Category: Young Adult Fiction (13-18+), 348 pages Genre: Sci-Fi/Dystopian Publisher: Twilight Fox LLC Release date: August 2, 2022 Formats Available for Review: print (softback) (USA and Canada) and ebook (EPUB and PDF) Tour dates: August 2 to August 22, 2022 Content Rating: PG-13 PG-13 for some profanity and mild violence.
Book Description:
The bonds of family go well beyond blood. But can those bonds hold when the blood itself carries a devastating secret? Fenlee's opal necklace had always radiated a certain warmth since her mother's death. But now, at sixteen, her world begins to unravel as the stone sparks to life, revealing itself to be an otherworldly artifact of untold power. Between her mechatronics studies at the academy and scavenging expeditions beneath the sprawling city of New Cascadia, Fenlee and her adopted brother, Elliot, try to decipher the mysteries of her necklace and its link to events in Fenlee's past. But they're not alone in their search. Strange undercity dwellers offer cryptic warnings, drones track their movements, and deadly corporate agents lurk in the shadows. When tragedy rips Fenlee's family apart, she must learn to use the artifact's power to save those who are deeply precious to her. But nothing can prepare her for the dark truths that she will uncover on that journey… “Lee,” Elliot mumbled. “I'm not who you think I am.” 
Meet the Author:
Matty Roberts began their career in journalism where they earned an Emmy and had the privilege of working on several other award-winning projects. They hold an MS from Johns Hopkins University and are now an engineer in renewable energy in Denver, Colorado where they live with their wonderful partner, two extraordinary kids, and the best doggie ever. In addition to writing, engineering, and parenting, Matty is a vegan enby nerd who is in love with this world and will forever be doing all they can to make it a better place. And they may be known to occasionally play in a punk band here or there. connect with the author: website ~ twitter ~ instagram ~ bookbub ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
Aug 2 – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / giveaway Aug 2 - Olio by Marilyn – book spotlight / author interview Aug 2 – Olio by Marilyn – book review / giveaway Aug 3 - Kam's Place – book spotlight / author interview Aug 3 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway Aug 4 – JB's Bookworms with Brandy Mulder– book spotlight /guest post / giveaway Aug 5 - Sadie's Spotlight - book spotlight / author interview / giveaway Aug 8 – Splashes of Joy – book review / giveaway Aug 8 - Rockin' Book Reviews – book review / guest post / giveaway Aug 10 – See Sadie Read – book review / giveaway Aug 10 - Books are a Blessing – book review / giveaway Aug 10 – The Momma Spot – book review / giveaway Aug 12 – fundinmental– book spotlight / giveaway Aug 12 - Books for Books – book review Aug 15 – HirlGrend, a Vegan Book Blog – book review / giveaway Aug 16 – The Page Ladies – book review / giveaway Aug 16 - Stephanie Jane – book review / giveaway Aug 17 – She Just Loves Books – book review / giveaway Aug 17 - 411 ON BOOKS, AUTHORS, AND PUBLISHING NEWS - book spotlight / giveaway Aug 18 – Jazzy Book Reviews – book review / giveaway Aug 19 –Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / giveaway Aug 22 – Literary Flits– book review / giveaway Aug 23 – Leels Loves Books – book review / giveaway
Enter the Giveaway:
Join us for this tour from July 18 to August 12, 2022!
Book Details: Book Title: The Way Out (Book 1: Be Careful What You Wish for Series) by Gordon Jensen with Cara Highsmith and Gordon Thomas Category: Adult Fiction (18+), 240 pages Genre: Sci-Fi Publisher: Highsmith Creative Services Release date: September 2020 Formats Available for Review: print (softback) (internationally) and ebook (EPUB and PDF) Tour dates: July 18 to August 12, 2022 Content Rating: PG-13 +M. The language is pretty tame, but there are a few swear words. The bigger issue is some of the topics addressed in it.
Book Description:
When the Alpha Centauri crew returns to earth after a failed mission to explore a distant planet, they quickly learn the world is not how they left it. Under new global leadership, the planet has managed to go decades without conflict, except for one major problem. Thanks to a pandemic caused by a mutation in a new strain of GMO corn, the world’s population plummeted to 2.6 billion, wiping out a disproportionate amount of men and leaving the globe run almost entirely by women. The mutation altered the human DNA, making it impossible to produce male babies and increasing Y-chromosome related diseases. Because of their lack of exposure, the Alpha Centauri crew, especially the men on board, now find themselves in high demand. The Powers that Be think they are the solution, but with that solution comes the inevitable hunger for power and control. As greed, self-interest, and corruption rear their ugly heads, a planet that had found its way to peace is thrust into turmoil once again. So, the question becomes: Are they really the answer to a seemingly unsolvable problem? The world may soon come to understand that sometimes getting what you wish for isn't the gift you think it will be. The Way Out is at once a brilliant and relatable work of post-apocalyptic fiction. Think The Handmaid’s Tale mixed with Netflix’s The Wilds, and a touch of Interstellar, the movie. It’s a uniquely told story that will have you waiting as impatiently as the crew to understand the New World Order of the near future.
Also Available for Review:
Book Details:
Book Title: Two Roads to Paradise (Book 2: Be Careful What You Wish for Series) by Gordon Jensen with Cara Highsmith and Gordon Thomas Category: Adult Fiction (18+), 324 pages Genre: Sci-Fi Publisher: Highsmith Creative Services Release date: May 2022 Formats Available for Review: print (softback) (internationally) and ebook (EPUB and PDF) Tour dates: July 18 to August 12, 2022 Content Rating: PG-13 +M. The language is pretty tame, but there are a few swear words. The bigger issue is some of the topics addressed in it.
Book Description:
Although the reappearance of the Alpha Centauri I crew was miraculous, it was not the celebratory homecoming they expected. Their return to a world reeling from a pandemic that wiped out more than half the population thrust them right into the center of controversy and conflict. Now, three years later, though the tide has turned and the survival of the human race seems to be secure, the survival of human relations is far less certain. The cure should have been the injection of hope the world needed to restore balance and end the chaos of the last four decades. Instead, the complex implications for personal rights and freedom have fractured the North American territory in such a way that the division may never be repaired. As the crew dispersed to find their place in this new landscape, Hunter Young found himself embedded in the Marshall administration as an agent for the mysterious K Group. What had been a relatively uneventful assignment suddenly becomes a whirlwind of adventure as he is called to a rendezvous that requires a long and circuitous journey. 
Meet the Authors:
Gordon Jensen holds an MBA from University of Rochester, New York, Simon School of Business and a bachelor's degree from Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota. After working in finance In New York for several years, Jensen went back to Minnesota to run the family business. He retired after selling the the business and is now fulfilling a number of life-long dreams, including writing a novel series. 
Cara Highsmith has always been drawn to the world of books and has found herself working in this industry in one capacity or another for the majority of her adult life. She holds a Master of Arts in English from Belmont University and did work toward a PhD at Middle Tennessee State University. Cara was on the editorial team at Hachette Book Group USA, working with several New York Times bestselling authors, for nearly four years. After leaving Hachette in 2008, she began freelancing, developing proposals and manuscripts for agents, editing and ghostwriting for authors, and assisting clients in preparing projects for self-publishing. Cara is a master of being a jack of all trades, but currently spends her free time working on several personal writing projects and enjoying life on a beautiful northern California mountain.
connect with authors: website ~ twitter ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ goodreads
Tour Schedule:
July 18 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review of THE WAY OUT / guest post / giveaway July 19 - Literary Flits – book review of THE WAY OUT / guest post / giveaway July 20 – Literary Flits – book spotlight of TWO ROAD TO PARADISE / author interview / giveaway July 21 – Sadie's Spotlight – book series spotlight / author interview / giveaway July 21 - The Momma Spot – book review of THE WAY OUT / giveaway July 22 – A Crane Between The Pages – book review of THE WAY OUT July 22 – @acourtofbookishreviews (TIK TOC) – book review of THE WAY OUT July 25 – Mostly Mystery Reviews – author interview July 25 – Mostly Mystery Reviews – book review of THE WAY OUT July 26 – SpareTimer866 – book series spotlight / author interview / giveaway July 26 - She Just Loves Books – book review of THE WAY OUT / giveaway July 27 – She Just Loves Books – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway July 27 - The Momma Spot – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway July 28 – Splashes of Joy – book review of THE WAY OUT / giveaway July 28 - Kam's Place – book review of THE WAY OUT July 29 – Splashes of Joy – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway July 30 - @pen.books.and.scalpel – book review of THE WAY OUT Aug 1 – Mostly Mystery Reviews – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway Aug 1 - Kam's Place – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE Aug 1 - @acourtofbookishreviews (TIC TOK) – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE Aug 2 – Jazzy Book Reviews – book series spotlight / guest post / giveaway Aug 2 - Cheryl's Book Nook – book review of THE WAY OUT Aug 3 – @Mel.literate – book review of THE WAY OUT Aug 3 – Rockin' Book Reviews – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway Aug 4 – Cheryl's Book Nook – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE Aug 4 - Stephanie Jane - book review of THE WAY OUT / giveaway Aug 5 – A Crane Between The Pages – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE Aug 8 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of THE WAY OUT / giveaway Aug 9 - Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of THE WAY OUT / giveaway Aug 9 – Book Corner News and Reviews – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway Aug 10 – Books are a Blessing – book review of THE WAY OUT / giveaway Aug 10 - Stephanie Jane - book spotlight of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway Aug 11 – fundinmental – book series spotlight / giveaway Aug 11 – Books are a Blessing – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway Aug 11 - @pen.books.and.scalpel – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE Aug 12 – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review of TWO ROADS TO PARADISE / giveaway Aug 12 - Books for Books – book series spotlight
Enter the Giveaway:
|
* Acorn Book Services/iRead Book Tours is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.
Current Tours:
Giveaways:
"iRead Book Tours has been the most effective and rewarding marketing experience we've had. We’ve explored multiple strategies and worked with other virtual tour companies, but none delivered the exposure and quality of reviews that iRead provided. Our only regret is allocating too much of our marketing budget elsewhere. The iRead Book Tours team are true professionals; organized, efficient, and an absolute pleasure to work with. They made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. We highly recommend iRead Book Tours to any author or publisher looking to make a real impact." - Robyn Fonrose, Marketing Manager, New Classics Publishing
At New Shelves Books, I regularly recommend iRead Book Tours to authors and publishers because Lauren and her team consistently overdeliver. Their well-organized tours provide impactful blog features, reviews, and social media buzz that go beyond expectations. For a book tour that truly makes a difference, iRead is the way to go!
- Keri-Rae Barnum, Book Marketing Expert, New Shelves Books Not only does Lauren do a fantastic job of organizing the tour and communicating with you at every step of the way, but I found the tour hosts that signed up for her tour to be of a higher caliber. The reviews that I got on this tour were thoughtful and well-written and I noticed an uptick in sales during this tour. I also appreciated the fact that many of her tour hosts that wrote reviews posted them on multiple sites, not just on their blog or Instagram account. This is invaluable to an author. I highly recommend Lauren and iReads Book Tours. - Allyson Rice, author of The Key to Circus-Mom Highway
Lauren Carr's iReads Book Tour is amazing! She gets real results. Not only did I get thousands of new eyes on my series, but I grew my following on all social media channels as well. Lauren has a dedicated group of reviewers and bloggers who are competent and reliable - no more wasted ARCs mailed out with no results.
- Michelle Cox, author of the Henrietta and Inspector Howard Novels Archives
June 2025
Categories
All
|
RSS Feed