Month: November 2017

Non-Fiction Read: How I Sold 80,000 Books by Alinka Rutkowska

8 November 2017 / Non-Fiction Reads 📓 / , , , / 1 Comment

My ReviewsLots of good information, you will want to get the ebook too!

This is a Non-Fiction title by Alinka Rutkowska.

Read by Nikki Delgado

Length: 3 hrs and 18 mins

Ebook currently free on Amazon


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I actually had already purchased this title in ebook format through the kindle store. It was and currently still is free. I was happy to see this come up through the AudiobookBoom program. I can now how the audio to go with my kindle edition! It’s nice to have someone read to you, but you are going to want to pick up the ebook version too for all the references, links, as well as a convenient place to make and store notes.

How I Sold 80,000 Books is full of information that I will definitely be putting to use when I get the courage to publish my own stories! The meat and potatoes of this book focus on what the author refers to as ‘the four Ps’, Product, Place, Price and Promotion. Each ‘P’ is covered in detail as well as speaking of how they can and often do overlap.

There is sound advice and incites to be learned from this title for sure. I don’t know how many books you will sale after you listen or read this title, but you will have a better understanding of what more you could be doing to help with your bottom line.

Audio Sample from Audible

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This is my 1st read/listen by Alinka Rutkowska. This is her only audio title, but what a good one. She writes this non-fiction title in a somewhat informal manner as if she is speaking directly to you. It makes you feel as if she is giving you advice as opposed to teaching a class.
Alinka has 01 titles listed on Audible.

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This is my 1st listen by Nikki Delgado. She has an accent, which I like, but can be a turn-off to others. She completly captures the author’s informal style. The production speed seemed a bit too fast to me, but an edit to 0.90 in Audible’s handy narration speed tool fixed it right up.
Nikki has 03 titles listed on Audible.

How I Sold 80,000 Books
Book Marketing for Authors – Self Publishing through Amazon and Other Retailers

Written by Alinka Rutkowska

Read by Nikki Delgado

Ebook obtained through the Kindle store

Audiobook obtained for free at my request and I am voluntarily leaving this unbiased review

My computer issues are in hand…Hopefully!

7 November 2017 / Random

My computer issues are up to date, hopefully for at least a little while! lol. 

If this thing will hold together long enough for me to get caught up on my reviews, I’ll be happy!

Look for the reviews to come flying as well as the Read Alongs!

Thanks for everyone’s patience!

Yall Rock!

Non-Fiction Read: Submissive Training: Read by Anneliese Rennie

7 November 2017 / Non-Fiction Reads 📓, Reviews / , , , ,

My ReviewsGreat introduction to the Dom/Sub life.

This is a Non-Fiction title.

Read by Anneliese Rennie

Length: 1 hr and 49 mins

Lots of good information packed into this short listen on the Dominant and Submissive lifestyle, with emphasis on the Sub.

Audible Excerpt: Submissive Training

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Submissive Training introduces you to all the categories of the Dominant and Submissive relationship, and yes, there is more than one way to play. Most people tend to equate the Dom/Sub life to one way of doing things, but there is more than just safe words, hand cuffs, and spankings. I know it expanded my comprehension, and I knew a lot more than the average joe from all my years of reading romance and erotica. There are more than likely way more variations than are covered in this audiobook, but it will get you off on the right foot if this is something you are honestly wanting to learn about.

I would say that Submissive Training is aimed more at women than men, but that it could be used by any gender that is wanting to be on the Submission side of a Dom/Sub couple.

Ebook Excerpt by Goodreads 

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This is my 1st read/listen by More Sex More Fun Book Club. Their titles are all non-fiction with emphasis on BDSM. I like how they take a healthy approach to this subject with a clear focus on safety.
More Sex More Fun Book Club has 07 titles listed on Audible.

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This is my 1st listen by Anneliese Rennie. She performs titles in various genres. She speaks very clearly and with a tone that puts you at ease while you learn about this ‘delicate’ subject.
Anneliese has 12 titles listed on Audible.

Submissive Training:
Be Sexual Vulnerable, Explore Your Fantasies and Transform Your Sex Life

Written by More Sex More Fun Book Club

Read by Anneliese Rennie

Ebook obtained through Kindle Unlimited

Audiobook obtained for free at my request and I am voluntarily leaving this unbiased review

Review: Parallax (Starblind, #2) by D.T. Dyllin

7 November 2017 / Reviews / , , , / 2 Comments

My ReviewsI got the feels, but I still want more!

Parallax is #02 of 04 in Starblind Series by D.T. Dyllin. All 4 are currently published with 2 of them being on Audible. #3 is in audio production now, with #4 to soon follow. The author has confirmed that #4 is the final book in the series.

Ashley Holt narrates the series thus far.

HEA with no cliffhanger!

This series is only 4 books long and is heavily connected by characters and overall story arc so I recommend reading the books in order. It is not only more enjoyable that way, but you will miss out on a lot of details if you read them out of order.

Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins

Warning: SEX!
Yes, both in thoughts and actions, so if you do not like sex, then you should avoid.

Trigger Warnings
None that I see.
Please let me know if you think there should be.

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Tamzea ❤ Eron

Parallax picks up not long after the end of Starblind. The Pittsburgh is now up 3 passengers. We get a bigger glimpse of the classification system. There are also some new species introduced along the way.

This is Tamzea’s story, and it gave me some deep feels! The story flashes back and forth in time as memories are relived. I will warn you now, they aren’t happy or pretty!

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Tamzea

Tamzea is a Mazatimz. A species human in appearance, except for their lavender eyes and hair. Most of them end up as some kind of doctor due to their healing abilities. Mazatimz children are often locked away and sheltered to protect them from the dangers of the world. This turns out to be their downfall.

The back story to Tamzea’s life comes flooding back with a vengeance after a chance encounter with an out of control space pod. We find out about her escape and guilt over the loved one she thought dead, that she left behind.

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Audible Excerpt: Parallax

Eron

Eron is the other half of Tamzy’s pair-bond. He lied and sacrificed to protect another. Life, however, is never that black and white. Just as shady deals are rarely honored. His strife really pulls the heart strings, so try to cut the guy some slack. There is always more to the story, because the things you see and the thoughts you have, may not be your own. (that is supposed to be cryptic)

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The Starblind series is still a page turner and I’m sad that I will have to wait to listen to the next in the series, #3 and #4. My heart needs time to recover, but I will have much to say in the Read Along With Me for it. (to be posted soon)

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“Humans also used to think they were at the top of the food chain.
….They were wrong about that, too.”

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This is my 2nd read/listen by D.T. Dyllin, and I can’t wait to listen to more, but I’m going to have to do it! 🙁 The world building just gets better and the characters pull tears from my heart.

D.T. has 03 Audible Titles

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This is my 2nd listen by Ashley Holt and she did a good job with story. Voice separation when there are too many characters in the same scene could use some polish to insure you can tell them apart.

Ashley has 07 Audible Titles

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Parallax

Starblind Series

Written by D.T. Dyllin

Read by Ashley Holt

Ebook obtained through Scribd

Audiobook obtained for free at my request and I am voluntarily leaving this unbiased review

Review: Starblind (Starblind #1) by D.T. Dyllin

6 November 2017 / Reviews / , , , / 1 Comment

My ReviewsA page turner, I can’t wait to listen to more!

Starblind is #01 of 04 in Starblind Series by D.T. Dyllin. All 4 are currently published with 2 of them being on Audible. #3 is in audio production now, with #4 to soon follow. The author has confirmed that #4 is the final book in the series.

 Ashley Holt narrates the series thus far.

HEA with no cliffhanger!

This series is only 4 books long and is heavily connected by characters and overall story arc so I recommend reading the books in order. It is not only more enjoyable that way, but you will miss out on a lot of details if you read them out of order.

Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins

Warning: SEX!
Yes, both in thoughts and actions, so if you do not like sex, then you should avoid.

Trigger Warnings
None that I see.
Please let me know if you think there should be.

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Jane ❤ Ash

Starblind takes place in the future many years after the original earth was destroyed. On New Earth, being “just human” is no longer good enough! Genetic DNA splicing is how babies are made in this new world. When children are old enough, they are tested, rated, and classified by ability.

Each book has a different couple as a main focus, but there is so much more to these tales! The characters at the center of the Starblind Series are rebels and dreamers, determined to buck the system of what is expected for what is adventurous.

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Audible Excerpt: Starblind

Jane Sevis

Jane is a Hybrid Human and the owner and captain of The Pittsburgh. Her personality is snarky, rude, impulsive, and totally works for her chosen profession as a bounty hunter. The story starts with Jane in pursuit of one of those bounties, which goes wrong quickly.

Jane wants a fresh start and to be something more than what the tests say she can be. She tested out as a normal human, Species Class 1 out of 4. Most are expected to be Class 2 or 3, so this didn’t leave her many options, friends, or family on New Earth. That’s Harsh! So much for unconditional love in the future!

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“I wasn’t a cat and I only had one life, so if curiosity killed me … I was screwed.”

Ash

Ash is Species Class 4, and you will have to listen for yourself to find out what makes him so special! He is the fly in Jane’s ointment when it comes to her bounties. His level of snark and mischief give Jane’s a run for their money! Ash knows there are secrets to be had when it comes to Jane, even if she doesn’t know them herself. The interactions between these 2 are hot and angsty.

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The Pittsburgh is basically the headquarters of the story. It has become home for Jane and her 3 crew members. Zula, Jane’s #2, is a Galvraron which are known for their high IQs. Tamzea, ship medic, is a Mazatimz which are known for their empathic and healing abilities. Masha, ship engineer, is a Guaviva which are known for their ability to ‘speak’ to anything electronic.

Each of these females are also looking for a do-over and have sorted histories of their own. All of which I look forward to learning as the series continues.

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“Well, I might as well tell everyone since I apparently can’t have any secrets around here.”

The Starblind series is a page turner and I can’t wait to listen to the next in the series, Parallax (Tamzea’s story). I can’t really comment more without spoiling something. And trust me, I have a bunch of comments to make, but you will have to go over to the Read Along With Me for it, to be posted soon.

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“Once upon a time humans thought they were alone in the Universe.
….They were wrong.”

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This is my 1st read/listen by D.T. Dyllin, and I can’t wait to read more! I love the world building and the characters.

D.T. has 03 Audible Titles

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This is my 1st listen by Ashley Holt and she did a good job with story. Her character separation could use some polish, but there are many more characters than your average title.

Ashley has 07 Audible Titles

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Starblind

Starblind Series

Written by D.T. Dyllin

Read by Ashley Holt

Ebook obtained through Scribd

Audiobook obtained for free at my request and I am voluntarily leaving this unbiased review