Author: Ellwyn

I live with my loving husband, two children and dog in Philadelphia, PA. I discovered my passion for writing in second grade when I had to write a book report for school. I was so excited to write the report, until my mother told me that I had to write about someone else's book and not my own story. I became indignant and decided that once I finished the book report I would most certainly write my own original story. I have been writing ever since! My self-published book Chris Kringle's Cops was a Finalist in The Reader's Favorite Book Contest for 2016. I am so happy to share this story with you. My picture book Kamyla Chung and the Creepy Crawlies was given a 5 Star rating by Reader's Favorite Book Reviews in 2017.

Legends Of The Vale Book Tour & Giveaway

Fate weaves their paths; legend binds their names.

Child of Dawn

Legends of the Vale Book 1

by Leslie Anne Lee

Genre: Epic Dark Fantasy

Her anger enveloped her, Witch, So that was what she was to them.

Dagsbrún knew he was a monster… He had been called that since birth. And yet, as he raged against his immortality, he dared to dream of finding peace.

Enter the world of the Vale, ruled by elves and vampires. A world destined for destruction unless a prophecy can be fulfilled, and two individuals who are entirely opposite can find something in common.

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Silken Waters

Legends of the Vale Book 2

“War is hard. Sometimes, peace is even harder.”

Silken Waters transports readers back to the Vale, a realm governed by magic and ruled by the ancient and powerful races of elves and vampires. These two races have been at odds for thousands of years, forbidden to associate, much less fall in love.

In the sequel to Child of Dawn, Rennault, the leader of the bradach a faction Of vampire pirates- must face the changes brought by the newfound peace in the Vale.

When his and other bradach’s way of life is threatened, he seeks to save his right to rule the waters, little does he know that this endeavor will take him on an adventure that will change not only his life but also the lives of everyone living in the Vale.

He will be challenged in love, brotherhood, and choosing between what is right and what is easy.

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About the Author

Leslie Anne Lee has been writing since she was six years old, crafting tales on newsprint paper with crayons before graduating to pen and journal.

Her passion for writing was evident from a young age, winning recognition in school for her short stories and poetry. By high school, Leslie had published her first novel, and as a college freshman, her poetry garnered recognition from her state senator.

Leslie’s writing journey has been marked by determination and resilience. Even as a new mother, she penned her second book while bedridden with a fever. Her dedication to the craft has resulted in the publication of six books across various genres, and her poetry has been featured in several anthologies.

Leslie credits her success to the encouragement and inspiration she received from her high school English and Drama teacher, Greg Stobbe, as well as the unwavering support of her family and friends.

Her mother, who instilled in her a love of reading; her children, whom she wants to inspire and teach that anything is possible; and her friends, who have inspired, pushed, and motivated her to believe that she can and will be a successful author.

When she’s not writing, Leslie enjoys contributing to local film non-profits, participating in red carpet premieres, and nurturing her creative spirit through gardening, dancing, and helping her children make movies.

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Interview With Harold Phifer

How has your writing process evolved over the years?

I’m far better than when I first started. My stories have to be an easy read; otherwise, they’re not ready for the public.

Can you tell us about a book or project that stands out as a turning point in your career?

My second book, “The Bicycle Lady” was a rush project. It was poorly written and only impressed me. I learned then, I had to find a way to capture the reader’s interest and not Harold Phifer or Dean Conan.

What advice would you give to aspiring authors based on your experience in the industry?

Talk to as many authors as you can. On the business side, try to gather advice about editors, proofreaders, ghostwriters, marketers, Publishers, etc.

On the creative end, believe in yourself and your work. Make sure to get it all jotted down (or as much as you can recall) in a safe place. Watch, listen, and learn from others. Be patient when you hit the wall (writer’s block).

The juice will return. Sometimes it takes time but more likely it will hit greater than where you were before the wall stopped you.

What has been the most rewarding part of your journey as a seasoned author?

Being acknowledged as an author. It’s not about being accomplished either. It’s the fact, I’m doing something many wish they had the gumption to do. However, seeing your thoughts in print is an enormous shot in the arm.

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My Bully, My Aunt And Her Final Gift Virtual Tour & Giveaway

GENRE: Memoir

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BLURB:

Aunt Kathy made his childhood miserable—now her funeral might just set him free.

In this wickedly funny and deeply honest memoir, Harold Phifer revisits the chaos of growing up under the thumb of a domineering aunt who ruled with twisted wisdom and unpredictable wrath.

As he plans her awkward memorial, Hal finds healing in the most unexpected place: her absence. My Bully, My Aunt, and Her Final Gift is a heartfelt journey through trauma, truth, and the strange gifts we inherit from those who hurt us most.

Excerpt:

Sad, because the animals had no voice. Life was a flip of the coin for grass, garbage, or grease. Yet, with any luck, they got to pig out with the trash instead of dinner on a skewer.

Even the locals walked a fine line but to nobody’s envy. They were determined and driven, with plenty of needs to go around.

Their missions rarely changed. It was always constant and consistent as of yesteryear, yesterday, today, and any time going forward. Their struggles were real and imperative to survive. Food on the table wasn’t a given.

About The Author:

Harold Phifer was born in the rebellious South of Columbus, Mississippi. As a kid, he worked the streets, hustled the neighbors, and bused tables at bars he didn’t belong in.

After graduating from Caldwell High School, he went on to earn degrees from Mississippi State and Jackson State Universities. He became an Air Traffic Controller in Memphis, Tennessee, but after 23 years, he sought purpose elsewhere—working as an international contractor alongside soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.

After narrowly escaping the Taliban takeover in 2021, he took refuge at Guantanamo Bay and resumed his writing while continuing his work as a controller. In 2024, he returned to the Middle East, where he continues to write about life, love, and the human spirit.

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Ties Of Friendship Book Tour & Giveaway

An anthology that shows the magic of friendship…

Ties of Friendship

A Young Adult Fantasy Anthology

with stories by

K.M. Jenkins, Cassie Greutman, R.C. Barnes, Joli Campbell, Jenna D. Morrison

How much magic can true friendship hold?

How far can you go with a little magic in your pocket and friends backing you up?

Find out as Talented authors from around the world join spin tales of mysterious adventures, missing companions, and forbidden friendships that will keep you turning pages long after the sun’s gone down.

Dive into these young adult stories that entwine magic and friendship together in a whole new way. Adventure is just a click away.

Featured Authors & Stories:
* Orcus Pursued by: Cassie Greutman
* How to raise the dead (and then put them back) by: R.C. Barnes
* Shadows of Willow’s Creek by: Joli Campbell
*The Return by: Jenna D. Morrison & Joli Campbell
* Bonds of Friendship & Forbidden Friendship by: International Bestselling Author K.M. Jenkins

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Excerpt from Bonds of Friendship:

Without a word, the fairy motioned for her to follow. Karigan waited a moment as the fairy flew to the opening of the cave. Great, I suppose I have to go in there now! Irritation was growing with every step as the entrance loomed a few feet ahead of her. But the sound of the rushing water began to calm her. Maybe it won’t be so bad. Perhaps something interesting is inside, like that time Father and I found that little den in the Wood.

She waited for Alia to tell her to go in. To her surprise, the little fairy twisted and swooped inside. The little ball of blue light helped ease her fears and allowed her to see that the cave wasn’t too deep.

Karigan walked forward. examining every little detail and wondering what kind of creature called this cavern its home. Towards the back she saw shimmering lights reflecting on the stone wall as Alia hovered near the edge. Hmmm… I wonder what that could be.

As she approached the spot, the smell of moss filled her nose as a little trickle of water splashed the stone floor. The little trickle opened into a basin which created a pool of water, almost like a water dish. Two feet from the little pool was a large broken stone. The peculiar stone piqued her curiosity, so she adventured over to investigate it.

“Alia, can you come closer so I can see?”

The fairy swooped down, landing on a nearby rock.

“Here, how’s this?” Placing her hands together a bright light formed. Karigan watched it float across the distance then stop above the item she wished to see.

“Wow, why didn’t you use that earlier?” As expected, the fairy shrugged her tiny shoulders. “You didn’t ask.”

A snort escaped her, startling the little fairy. Serves you right, you little menace. She kneeled down, looking inside the funny rock. It must have been round to begin with. After inspecting it, she concluded that it must have broken from the inside the way the pieces were scattered across the cave floor. “What kind of creature lives in a rock?” Shards of light reflected off the sides, looking like glass from the inside.

Alia snickered. Karigan was about to ask her what she was snickering about when rocks slid by the entrance. “What was that?” They both looked towards the bright opening as a small growl filled the cave. “Helblazes!”

About the Author

K.M. Jenkins is a published international bestselling author that writes epic battles, forbidden romance, and tales of fantasy and adventure.

She has a big love for the fantasy genre and loves dragons above all creatures.

When she is not writing, you will find her chasing her twin boys around the house. Between the three she has epic battles throughout the day and nothing ever gets boring.

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Giveaway

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Guest Post By K.M. Jenkins

What inspired you to write “Bonds of Friendship”?

I was trying to figure out what direction I wanted to go with my book series I was working on. The first books I released turned out to be ones I am still working on because they are epic fantasy novel length.

But I decided I needed to do more world building and broke things down into individual stories to tell the stories for the land of Ferrês. “Bonds of Friendship” is about Karigan and Silvashi.

It tells the story of how Karigan found Silvashi and they became friends when they were from two different worlds. Dragons were considered being deadly beasts that killed without thinking.

Turns out Karigan proved that myth wrong. Silvashi and her journey together back to her father’s place only to find they can’t be separated so easily.

The inspiration behind this story is how friendship bloomed between two different species. They are curious about each other and want to know one another. This leads them to become good friends and wondering about the world now that they are friends. I plan to work with this story towards creating another series off of it. But those won’t come for a few years yet.

What can we expect from you in the future?

Right now, I am working on my novellas within my Tales of Tarza Series. This series is like Tales of Ferrês, but instead of short stories they are novella length. I am currently on book 3 in the series and that is titled “The Emerald Knight.”

Each book features a story within the kingdom of Tarza with original characters. And the time is different as well. “The Sunflower Meadow” is during the time of King Tyler and his children’s reign across the land.

This is the story when Prince Joseph finds his true love and fights to keep her for himself. “Masquerade Assassin” is the second book in the series and is the first book I featured Kerowyné Flares in.

She is my leading lady, but this adventure is when she is younger and still finding her place among royalty. Love this story and think it is a fun read to experience. “The Emerald Knight,” is the third installment.

And it is the story of Princess Rachel and how she finds her dragon Kurza. It is a broken romance adventure story that leads a strong female heroine to choose her destiny over love.

I’m still writing this one so you will have to either subscribe to my blog for fun details HERE or sign-up for my newsletter HERE to get notifications on its progress.

Can you tell us a little bit about the characters in “Bonds of Friendship”?

Karigan is a farmer’s daughter that is brought into the folds of the Forest of Ferrês. This is where she finds Silvashi, a baby silver dragon. He ends up befriending her and changing her life forever.

Silvashi is a baby silver dragon that finds himself isolated within the Forest of Ferrês. He wants a friend or someone to keep him company. The only thing he didn’t realize was that one goddess would answer his plea and give him a friend.

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A New Life Book Blast & Giveaway

GENRE: Coming-of-Age

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BLURB:

From America to the streets of Paris, A New Life follows two friends as they navigate grief, love, and self-discovery in a city filled with history and hope.

A New Life is a story that lingers long after the last page

Excerpt:

They spent the rest of the trip talking about Rhonda and how great she was, from the fight where she tried to protect Ron to the National Cemetery where she was left behind by accident at dusk, not found until midnight.

Louie and Ron had a chuckle over how Rhonda refused to walk on the sidewalks in Paris because of all the cigarette butts on the ground; she had to be pushed around in a baby carriage, because she did not want to burn her paws.

Louie started crying, and Ron comforted him, assuring him that the pain was fine; he needed to accept it.

“Rhonda was so smart,” Louie said proudly. “Some people don’t know the relationship between an owner and their pet. It is so special, so unconditional. Rhonda will always be a part of me. It was nice to bury her here in America, her home country.”

A while later, Ron and Louie arrived at their motel. Ron said to him, “Let’s get the luggage and go to bed. Hey, I was thinking when we get back to Paris, you should move in me with me and stop sleeping in the bookstore.”

Louie could not believe what he heard. Sharing more time with Ron would be special; he was excited to have that time together.

About The Author:

Louis J. Ambrosio ran one of the most nurturing bi-coastal talent agencies in Los Angeles and New York. He started his career as a theatrical producer, running two major regional theaters for eight seasons.

Ambrosio taught at seven universities. Ambrosio also distinguished himself as an award-winning film producer and novelist over the course of his impressive career.

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Finding You Book Tour & Giveaway

One unforgettable night changes everything.

Finding You

Priestly Family Series Book 2

by Sharon C. Cooper

Genre: Contemporary Romance

One unforgettable night changes everything.

Zion Priestly has one regret—not getting the full name of the woman he’d spent the most incredible night of his life with. It’s been almost a year, and not a day goes by without him thinking about her. But when a twist of fate brings them face-to-face, Zion is shocked. Especially when she hits him with unexpected news.

Raven Shepherd thought a positive pregnancy test weeks after returning from Vegas was the biggest surprise of her life. Wrong. Running into Zion, the mystery man who she had a one-night stand with wins that award.

Who knew leaving Houston to get away from her unhinged ex-boyfriend would send her into the arms of the man she hasn’t stopped dreaming about?

Their sexual chemistry is even more intense than before, but Zion is younger than her—something Raven didn’t realize. As for him, he can’t seem to wrap his mind around the fact that he’s a father.

Just as they manage to push aside all the obstacles keeping them from being together, Raven’s ex shows up with a shocking revelation. Can Zion and Raven have the future they desire? Or will a master manipulator’s lies and schemes keep them from truly being a family?

*All books in this series can be read as standalones.

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Believing In You

Priestly Family Series Book 1

They’re opposites in every way, but they might just be the perfect match.

After a case of mistaken identity, riddled with betrayal, Harrison Grant is struggling to open himself up to other people again. He lost a part of himself while in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, and it seems impossible to move forward.

Enter Nyla Priestly. She’s a woman with a bubbly smile for everyone she meets and who always has a kind word to say. The jaded version of Harrison wants to doubt her personality is real. No one can be that happy all the time. Right?

Nyla has never been into the broody type. Yet something about Harrison makes her body crave him. Sure, he’s gorgeous and happens to be one of the sexiest saxophone players she’s ever met. But achieving her dream of owning Moody Days Jazz Club is top priority. She doesn’t have time to deal with a man. No matter how good he makes her feel.

As Harrison falls for Nyla and helps her fulfill her dreams, can her unceasing love be enough for him to trust again?

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About the Author

USA Today bestselling author Sharon C. Cooper loves anything involving romance with a happily-ever-after, whether in books, movies, or real life.

She writes contemporary romance, romantic suspense, as well as romantic comedy. She enjoys rainy days, carpet picnics, and family game night.

Her stories have won numerous awards, including The Rochelle Alers Best Series award for her Atlanta’s Finest Series (2022) and The Beverly Jenkins Author of the Year award (2021).

When she isn’t writing, Sharon loves hanging out with her amazing husband, doing volunteer work, or reading a good book (a romance of course). To read more about Sharon and her novels, or to sign up to be notified of her latest releases, visit www.sharoncooper.net

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