MKSP party with prizes - I'm hosting Monday - #99c sale

There's a big book party going on right now with fun, games and prizes - it's all part of the MKSP Black Friday/ Cyber Monday event with games, books, bargains, things to win and authors chatting. I'd like to thank the amazing Kim for organising it and letting me join in. 

I'm hosting on Monday with the awesome Leland Hermit, who writes fantastic books starring dogs, on Monday at 1pm PST/ 2pm MST/ 3pm CST/ 4pm EST/ 9pm GMT. Yep, I'll be the one in my pyjamas! I've reviewed one of his books on my review page.

Here's the link - there are authors hosting hour-long sessions, offering prizes and playing games until Monday fades - https://www.facebook.com/events/735998423151432/

During the event, I have these ebooks on sale for ‪#‎99c‬ / 75p

I Dream of Zombies

3 Heads & a Tail

Kiwi in Cat City

The Sea Inside 

Click for US Amazon page 

Click for UK Amazon page 

See you there!

Have a gorgeous weekend,

Vickie

Kiwi in Cat City: on sale for #99c / 75p

Happy Saturday!! The weekend didn't come soon enough :)

One of my ebooks, Kiwi in Cat City, is on sale at the moment for #99c or 75p... purrs...

Kiwi in Cat City is the tale of a magical cat and her friends. This 6-book series is full of furry fun for ages 9-99. It has 38 4/5-star reviews and book 4 was a finalist in the Indie Excellence Book Awards 2013. 

"I love this book. I bought it this morning and just finished it. I couldn't put it down! I recommend this book to all readers who love a good crime/mystery, and if they love cats." (Katharine Robey/Amazon)

Amazon US: http://ow.ly/kSQYy
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/15Nxfsv
Book trailer: http://youtu.be/CLjmVgNJcLM
Zazzle gift shop: http://www.zazzle.co.uk/kiwiincatcity

#99c / 75p #kindle sale!

Hi, four of my books are going cheap at the moment and two are forever free. Here are the links. :) Cheers.

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Vickie-Johnstone/e/B004SZ9TGE
Amazon US: http://www.amazon.com/Vickie-Johnstone/e/B004SZ9TGE

5 of my books are free or half-price this week! #free #99c

Hi, Smashwords.com has a sale on this week, so I put in some of my books. Here are the ones that are either free or half price. Over on Amazon, I Dream of Zombies, my horror novel, is on sale at 99c/75p. Below you can see all of my books and further down are the ones on sale. Enjoy! Thanks. :)

Promotions on Smashwords.com until March 8

Free! Kiwi in Cat City – 36 4-5 star reviews on Amazon - the first in a 6-book series about a magical investigative cat from Cat City. Use code RW100 at the checkout - https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/55227

50% off! 3 Heads & a Tail – a quirky romcom starring a talking dog who swears a little, and it isn't for kids. Use code REW50 at the checkout - https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/254310

Free! Life’s Rhythms – poetry - 316 haiku. Use code RW100 at checkout - https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/289224

50% off! The Sea Inside - a YA clean fantasy adventure starring a heroine who is paralysed after an accident. Use code REW50 at checkout - https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/316914

Promotion on Amazon

99c/75p! I Dream of Zombies – it started with a dream and then London went to hell! Starring a strong female heroine.

US - http://www.amazon.com/I-Dream-Zombies-Vickie-Johnstone-ebook/dp/B00FVA9YRO
UK - http://www.amazon.co.uk/I-Dream-Zombies-Vickie-Johnstone-ebook/dp/B00FVA9YRO

Always free on Smashwords & Amazon US

Free! Day of the Living Pizza - zombie comedy for teens & Travelling Light - poetry – always free on both sites – no coupon needed.

Cheers! Happy reading! :) 

#WW WOW Wednesday: TM Novak

Hi guys and girls! Welcome to WOW Wednesday. My 16th guest is TM Novak, author of 

The Abduction of Lilly Waters. This fast-paced thriller will have you on the edge of your seat. What's it all about, I hear you ask? Well, read on to find out more about the novel and this talented writer...

“Beth could hear Lilly from the back seat of the car for most of the trip, singing and humming to herself in such contentment that it warmed Beth’s heart. Leaving town wasn’t the easiest choice she’d made, but it was a necessary choice in order to start a fresh life and escape her horrific past.”

The Abduction of Lilly Waters

By T.M. Novak

Beth had never anticipated her life would end up like it did. The last beating she received at the hands of her boyfriend threw her over the edge. She had to escape him, so she fled, taking her daughter, Lilly, with her. She didn’t know where to go, but she didn’t care. All she could manage to think about was her unborn child and her daughter.

The frequent stops that mother and daughter had to make were uneventful until Beth pulled into a diner in Moore, Oklahoma, where Lilly was taken by unseen hands.

Detectives Daniel Prescott and Frank Martinez head the investigation, trying relentlessly to solve the case before it’s too late. These days when children are taken it’s a unified frenzy to find them. In this case every lead turns up empty and every turn they take reveals a clue they couldn’t have anticipated. The detectives are not quite sure where to turn or who to trust; even the mother herself is a prime suspect.

Book links:

Amazon US

Amazon UK

“Her scream pierced the darkness, meeting the relentless thunder as it cracked against the black sky. It was like a battle of wills, each trying to conquer the other. This can’t be happening…”

“Detective Frank Martinez scanned the scene. He was looking for something more, something that would spiral the case in the right direction. As of that moment, nothing seemed right. There were no leads, just the words of a pregnant woman that didn’t add up, some witnesses that didn’t see a damn thing, and broken glass. He felt sure the mother was hiding something, and he was determined to figure out what.” 

Reviews on Amazon US

4.7 out of 5 stars for 50 reviews

5 stars - Great read

This was an excellent book by a first time writer. I enjoyed the story development and description. 

I look forward to the next offering from this writer.

Published 3 days ago by manny O

5 stars - Not to be missed

Great psychological thriller. This psychotherapist loved it, but you don't need to be in the 

profession to appreciate the excellent writing of a gripping story

Published 3 days ago by Lena

4 stars - Quite a roller coaster ride!!

This is the kind of psychological thriller that starts in one direction and ends in a totally different one. 

Published 8 days ago by Melissa Troutman

4 stars - Full of twists and surprises

It turned out to be a treasure. Great story line. Really surprised me. 

Published 10 days ago by Linda Ladybug

All about T.M. Novak

Tammy was born in Waterbury, Connecticut, eight minutes before her twin brother. She comes from a large family with seven brothers and sisters, and eleven nieces and nephews so far. She grew up in Southern California and currently lives in Prescott, Arizona.

Tammy married her high school sweetheart, Gary, in 1994 and they have four sons. She received her teaching degree from Northern Arizona University in 2010, and is currently teaching in Mayer, Arizona.

The Abduction of Lilly Waters is her debut novel and there are several other works in progress: a YA series called Butterfly Lake, and a children’s book series called The Big Green Dinosaur, which will be published under the name of Tammy Moore. Her sister, Latisha Wood, is expected to illustrate them for her.

The things that inspire Tammy the most are family and she always keeps her relatives at the forefront of her thoughts. She gets her story ideas from her dreams and her children, where she takes a simple moment and creates a world all its own.

Links

Author Website 

FB page 

Twitter

Thanks for reading - look out for another WOW writer next Wednesday!

Happy reading & writing! :) 

#99c / 75p today! Kiwi in Cat City purrs forth!

Kiwi in Cat City, the first book in my cool-for-cats series, is just #99c / 75p today (ebook format, although paperback is available for more). It's being featured on http://www.fkbooksandtips.com/2013/12/20/free-discounted-kindle-book-offers-73/. My book has received an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 33 customer reviews. Furry fun for ages 9-99.

Here is the book’s description:

Have you ever wished your cat could talk or wondered where he/she goes when you are not around? Kiwi in Cat City opens on one star-filled night. Amy cannot sleep and she looks out of the window into the garden to see her cat, Kiwi, transfixed by the moon, which is glowing brightly like a cat’s claw. Waking her brother, James, Amy suggests they follow Kiwi to see where she goes… whether it involves a hunt for mice or something else. Little do they know that with a flick of her tail, Kiwi is going to magically change the children into kittens and lead them on the adventure of their lives to a land they never knew existed in their wildest dreams. In the blue-lit world of Cat City, the budding detectives help Inspector Furrball to investigate the mysterious catnapping of Mr Katz and find out what happened to Madame Purrfect.

The books contain fabulous illustrations by Nikki McBroom.

If you'd like to win a copy, please leave your name and email or FB link below :)

Starting now: Black Friday / Monday Bash & 99c sale

This event is starting today... organised by Kim Emerson of Master Koda Publishing, the four-day event will see 35 authors hosting for 2 hours each, and giving you games and prizes to win. Throughout there will be fun and chat, and the big prize of a Kindle Fire HD. On top of that, there is a huge list of books on sale for 99c and some bumper book collections to win. 

I will be hosting with Greta Burroughs on Monday at 6pm UK time / 10am Pacific time / 1pm EST, and giving away my books, ebooks, posters and a Kiwi bag. Hope to see you there - the party room will be full all weekend... 

Follow this link - https://www.facebook.com/events/497079807055347

List of authors you'll meet during the 4 day event. I've listed them in PACIFIC time. 

UK time is 6 hours ahead.

FRIDAY 11/29/13:
10am-noon: Adam Gaffen and Laurie E. Boris
noon-2pm: Linda Bolton and Kim Kim Mutch Emerson
2pm-4pm: Brenda Perlin, Jane Carroll and G Mitchell Baker
4pm-6pm: Tammy Novak and Jerrid Edgington
6pm-8pm: Jacqueline Cross and Lisa Day

SATURDAY 11/30/13
11am-1pm: Sherrill Willis and Sarah L. Wallace
1pm- 3pm: Tamy Burns and Stephanie Brown Myers
3pm-5pm: Douglas Davis and Tellulah Darling
5pm - 7pm: Allison M. Cosgrove and Laci Paige

MONDAY 12/2/13:
8am-10am: Barbara Robinson and Martin Crosbie
10am-noon: Greta Burroughs and Vickie Johnstone - 6pm UK time
noon-2pm: Jennifer Loiske and Doug Simpson
2pm-4pm: Kim Emerson and Arlene R. O'Neil
4pm-6pm: Lynne Cantwell and Kimberly R Hughes
6pm-8pm: J Kelly Accinni and DeEtte Beckstead

My ebooks that are currently on sale for 99c / 75p for the entire 4 days!

The links to click: 

UK Amazon

UK Amazon

#WW WOW Wednesday: Arlene O'Neill

Hi guys and girls! Welcome to WOW Wednesday. My 11th guest is Arlene O'Neill, author of Broken Spokes, 

an autobiographical tale of determination and courage, which you can grab right now for 99c/75p! 

What's it all about, I hear you ask? Well, read on to find out more about the novel and this talented writer...

Broken Spokes is more than a well-written, interesting read. It is an inspirational collection of the memories of a courageous child who, in spite of physical and emotional suffering, grew into a compassionate, loving and valiant woman. Crippled at age six, the author begins an odyssey that will consume her entire life. Through her sufferings, she finds a way to heal others, and in doing so, saves herself.

Purchase links:

Amazon US

Amazon UK 

All about Arlene R. O'Neil (pictured with her son, Sgt Tanner)

“Writing is what lights me up,” states Arlene R. O'Neil. “Being a visual writer, I love seeing my work come to life; to take the reader with me on a journey word by word; to touch a reader, whether through laughter or tears.” Her current book, Broken Spokes, refers to broken bones, a broken bike and broken spirit. It speaks to the reader of determination, of survival, of inspiration.

Born and raised in Connecticut, Mrs. O’Neil moved to South Carolina to work on her second novel, which will relate the roller coaster life of being the parent of a soldier on active duty. O'Neil says, “My son, Sgt Tanner O’Neil, is a member of the United States Army, and the joy, pride and love of my life. After five tours of duty to active war zones, I feel the need to share my experiences with other parents in the hope of lessening their fears.” Sgt O’Neil recently returned from his 5th combat tour.

Currently, Arlene lives with her two Labradors, Holly and Bruno, and her adorable pet goats, Paxton, JaeJay, Rupert, Patches and Frosty. “These amazing characters have helped me through some incredibly difficult times and I love them dearly.”

Aside from writing, supporting her son while he is deployed and caring for her animals, Arlene lives on 3½ acres of land, which she and her beloved animals enjoy. An author, editor and proofreader, Arlene R. O'Neil may be contacted at arleneoneil@aol.com.

Links:

Facebook

Twitter

Review snippets from Amazon US

Ranking 4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 reviews

“One of the best books I’ve read! As a little girl she had the courage and determination to overcome 

the hurdles put before her. As an adult more tragedies were thrown at her and she overcame those as well. 

She is definitely a survivor!” 

Toni Stancliff

“This book is a heartfelt, real tale of one woman’s triumph over near tragedy. Ms. O’Neil writes with an honest voice, pulling the reader into the shoes in which she once walked. Through all of the trials and tribulations of 

her life, O’Neil never gives up, and ultimately her broken spokes form a circle of life. 

If you love stories, true ones, about overcoming obstacles, this is a must read!” 

Ckrspanl

“Wow, someone recommended this book to me and when I saw the $2.99 Kindle price, I said, ‘Well, it’s cheaper than a cup of Starbucks coffee – I'll give it a shot.’ I was up half the night and finished it in the morning... 

I have downloaded several ‘best sellers’ lately and was unable to finish them.” 

Crystal4 

 Thanks for reading - look out for another WOW writer next Wednesday!

Happy reading & writing! :) 

Only #99c / 75p today - 3 Heads & a Tail

3 Heads & a Tail is a quirky comedy about two guys, a
girl and a streetwise Labrador who swears a little too much. 

When nature lover
Josie moves into a house share with two pals, dreamer Ben and model man David,
she sees it as a short stop and doesn't bank on an attraction developing with
one of them. Meanwhile, Ben’s dog, Glen, has the hots for Miss Posh, the
beautiful golden Labrador in the park. When dog meets dog it’s puppy love, but
a complication leads to Glen taking matters into his own paws, leading to a
situation that puts him in danger. In this comedy of errors, romance and
walkies, it's anyone's guess who is going to win the girl/dog and live happily
ever after.




Links: 

Amazon US

Amazon UK




Rating on Amazon: 4.6 out of 5 stars for 17 reviews







"A humorous
love story of a different kind, mostly seen through the eyes of Glen, the tail
owner, and written with unusual wittiness and ability." (Annarita
Guarnieri)




"Oh my gosh
this is a funny book. I hate to harp on the topic of how the dog made the
story, but I think he did." (Ey Wade)




"Laugh out
loud funny." (Donna Brown)




"Glen has
now replaced Buck as my favorite doggie character in a novel. Ms. Johnstone's
characters are all wonderfully developed and she does an amazing job giving
doggie voice to Glen and Mimi." (PDX Author)























As advertised on www.fkbooksandtips.com - a great place to go to find discounted and free books http://wp.me/p2b82w-53K

#WW WOW Wednesday: Nadia Kilrick

Hi guys and girls! Welcome to WOW Wednesday. My 8th guest is Nadia Kilrick, author of 

Ziggy Returns: A Short Tale. This spooky and entertaining ghost story is on sale right now for 99c/75p. What's it all about, I hear you ask? Well, read on to find out more 

about the novel and this talented writer...

A hysterical laugh followed by a snort filled the air. "You don't recognize your own husband's voice, Minna? How soon you forget."

Remorse and forgiveness sometimes come too late. Ziggy has to have the last word, even if it means going home after death. Will Minna ever free herself from her husband's ghost?

About Ziggy Returns

Minna Fuller finds herself in an odd predicament when her moonshine-guzzling husband carelessly causes an accident that changes both their lives. Though relieved to have her life back, she would never have wished death on him. Being a man who always had to have the last word, Ziggy returns to their home to instruct Minna on how she should live the remainder of her life by offering a suggestion she finds far-reaching, even for him. Will Minna be able to rid her home of her husband’s ghost and finally get on with her life? Will she accept his blessing and set on the path he envisions her taking, or will she ignore him and the advice of her friends?

Book links

Amazon US

Amazon UK 

Review snippets (all 5 stars on Amazon)

“This short story has it all... a scoundrel of a husband... moonshine... a mistress... an innocent love triangle... 

a remorseful ghost... and lots of funeral casseroles... what more could a southern girl need? I was immediately drawn in by Nadia Kilrick's comfortable writing style. The characters were both engaging and believable, 

making Ziggy Returns an enjoyable way to spend a rainy Saturday afternoon.”

Jane Cowart

“Nadia Kilrick kept me glued to the pages as her story unfolded. I could picture each scene as if I was right 

there with Minna Fuller. The characters were so real I truly sympathized with her plight in life.

Very entertaining reading, from the first page to the last!”

Pat Bennett

“It was spooky, funny, a tad bit sad and very entertaining the whole way through. I will definitely 

be looking for more stories from Nadia Kirick in the future. Her writing flows and in the middle of 

turmoil she can make you snicker.”

Theresa L Myrick

All about Nadia

Nadia Kilrick is a Florida native who finds tranquillity in the simple life of the Deep South. She believes there is no better place to contemplate life’s journey than sitting beside a slow moving creek shaded by mighty moss-draped oaks. It is there that dreams burst free from within the chasms of the human heart.

Nadia has written fiction since childhood. Her busy life and raising a family slowed the progress of her writing for two decades. When her children moved away, she began writing articles for the web. Nadia’s passion for fiction writing quietly stirred while creating articles related to gardening, family, self-sufficiency and do-it-yourself projects. Now she writes fiction full-time. When writing, thriller, suspense/mystery and paranormal are her favourite genres. When reading, she reaches for psychological thrillers, true crime, mystery/suspense, horror, paranormal, western and historical fiction.

Nadia is pleased to announce her debut short story, Ziggy Returns: A Short Tale, has been published by Master Koda Select Publishing and is now available on Amazon.com. Rough Hewn: People of Kilmservy Village, the first in her psychological thriller trilogy, will be released with MKSP in September 2013.

Where to connect with Nadia

Facebook   

Twitter   

Blog   

Google+ 

Thanks for reading - look out for another WOW writer next Wednesday!

Happy reading & writing! :) 

#WW WOW Wednesday: Linda Bolton

Hi guys and girls! Welcome to WOW Wednesday. My 7th guest is Linda Bolton, author of Take 2. 

The thrilling romance is on sale right now for 99c/75p. What's it all about, I hear you ask? 

Well, read on to find out more about the novel and its talented writer...

What does a Scottish accent, a great body and a cute smile have in common? 

Find out in TAKE 2!

Book blurb

Alexandra Daniels is forty-something and hard working, both in and out of home. Her life has been plodding along at a snail's pace and she’s longing for excitement. Alexandra wins a trip to see her favourite talk show in New York, the 'Veronica Becker Show', and it just so happens the actor of her dreams is a guest - Derek Dunbar! Is Alex’s life about to change?

Derek Dunbar is Scottish, an actor and a hunk! Every woman in America drools over him. He has his pick of women, but stinks at relationships. At forty, is he longing for a more meaningful relationship? Does he even know how to have one? Is he willing to make the effort or will it just be too complicated?

Excerpt from Take 2:

“Go”, “Two minutes”, was hollered out. Alex felt nervous even though most of the men at the speed-dating meeting didn’t appear her type. The fact that they wouldn’t find her their type bothered her most. 

            “Hi, my name is Rick. I work at a comic book store” was all Alex heard. He had shoulder length hair, a beard and his shirt was wrinkled.  “Your turn”.

            “Hi, I’m Alex. A widow. Customer service rep. My daughter just got married.”  She was on auto-pilot. She repeated the same thing with every guy. “Tell me more about yourself,” was her next line so she wouldn’t have to really participate. And they did.

            Why did she agree to do this? Kathleen was crazy. She actually looked like she was having fun.

            “Go! Two minutes.”

And it repeated, this time with a manager of Burger King. Ugh! These men were so boring. It’s no wonder they couldn’t find dates. “I love reading and watching science fiction. I have the complete set of Star Wars collectables.”

            This was pure torture. Kathleen owed her. Having her eyebrows waxed was better than this.

            “Go! Two minutes”.

            This one had a real job. “I work at a bank.”

            “Oh, what do you do?” Alex was a bit intrigued. 

            “Oh, I meant to say I worked a bank. Until I went to jail for embezzling. I have served my time and am looking for work right now. I’m on probation for five years,” Mitchell said with a smile. 

            “Isn’t that a felony?” Alex couldn’t believe she was having this conversation. 

            “Yeah, I’ll get a job soon. I’m staying with my mom right now. She has plenty of room and doesn’t mind if I bring the ladies by,” he managed with a wink. 

            “Go! Two minutes”.

            Thank God it was almost over! Alex was never going to repeat this experience. As her last speed-date babbled on about his inability to wear corrective shoes, Alex watched Kathleen laugh and chat away with hers. Kathleen looked like she really enjoyed doing this. Alex was in awe--and misery.

            When it was finally over Alex and Kathleen headed to the bar for a drink to compare notes.

            “This was too much fun! These guys are a riot! I think I may meet the ex-con for drinks later!” Kathleen giggled at the thought of her possible date.

            “Are you insane?” Alex couldn’t believe her ears. 

            “Did you not have fun Alex?” Kathleen looked genuinely surprised.

            “Kathleen, I realize your fun and my fun are two totally different things. You know I would do anything for you but NEVER ask me to do this again! It was pure torture!” Alex didn’t mean to come across so agitated but she just couldn’t help it.

            Kathleen looked a bit hurt but after her first margarita she was understanding and agreed to take her sister next time. Alex couldn’t wait to get home, take a long shower and crawl into bed. Suddenly, being alone sounded wonderful.

Book Links

Amazon 

LItFlix

About Linda

Take 2 is Linda Bolton’s first novel and it is available on Amazon. She is currently working on her second, 

to be released soon. When she isn't writing, Linda is a GiGi, playing with her new granddaughter, Z, 

and working full time. 

Where you can connect with Linda

Facebook

Twitter  

Romance blog 

Goodreads 

Some reviews of Take 2

“Which one of us doesn’t fantasise about our favourite actor falling madly and deeply in love with them? 

In Take 2 the main character, Alexandra Daniels, gets to fulfil every girl's fantasy when she catches the eye of sexy Scottish actor Derek Dunbar! The sex scenes, while expressive, are far from offensive or smutty. 

I enjoyed this story so much I had a hard time putting it down!!!”

MAugusto – 5 stars

 “An older woman that a gorgeous and sexy, and famous movie star falls in love with?! 

Who wouldn't love to live out such a fantasy?”

Alex Economides – 4 stars

“Take 2 felt like a guilty pleasure. It was easy to get involved in the story and the likable characters. 

It was an enjoyable escape that took me away from it all. The writing was clear and easy to follow. 

Never knew what to expect which made it fun.”

Brenda Perlin – 5 stars

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Happy reading & writing! :) 

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