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SEA GLASS (GLASS BOOK 2).
Like the colorful pieces of sea glass washed up on shore, Opal has weathered rough waters and twisting currents.
But instead of finding a tranquil eddy, Opal is caught in a riptide.
Her unique glass messengers which allow instant communication over vast distances have become a vital part of Sitian society.
Once used solely by the Councilors and magicians, other powerful factions are now vying for control. Control of the messengers equals control of Sitia.
Unfortunately that also means control of Opal. If that isn’t enough of a problem,
Opal’s determination to prove blood magic is still being used is met with strong resistance.
The Council doubts her, her mentor doubts her, and even her family is concerned. When her world is turned upside down, she begins to doubt herself.
In the end, Opal must decide who to believe, who to trust, and who has control—otherwise she will shatter into a million pieces and be swept out by the tide.
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ISBN 13: 978-0-7783-2580-2
Pub date: September 2009, MIRA Books
Price: $13.95 Trade-size paperback
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Missing acknowledgements for SEA GLASS:
A big thank you to my husband Rodney and children, Luke and Jenna. Their love, support, patience, willingness to eat fast food and to manage without clean clothes has been invaluable.
Once again, my critique partner, Kimberley J. Howe has bravely surfed the rough waters of my first draft and helped smooth the story. Thanks so much.
This book wouldn’t have been finished if it wasn’t for my friend, Judi Fleming. Our contest to see who could write the most words in two months was
exactly what I needed to finish this book. Thanks for the incentive and the wine!
After visits to Harlequin’s Toronto and New York City offices, I was amazed to learn how many people touch my manuscript during its transformation into a published book.
I don't have room to list them all by name, but I want to thank them all for their hard work and effort on my books.
I like to add a special thank you to my editor, Mary Theresa Hussey who continues to guide me in improving my craft. Thanks to Elizabeth Mazer, a vital member of our team.
As always a thank you to my excellent agent, Robert Mecoy, his cheerleading always makes me feel like I’m his only client.
The art department has done another excellent job with this lovely cover. Many thanks to you all for your creative efforts.
And a huge thanks to my growing army of Book Commandos! Your efforts have helped in spreading the word about my books.
Special mention to those who have gone above and beyond the call to duty: Elizabeth Earhart, Jane Gov, James Grogan, Jen Grzebien,
Kate Ladd, Heather Lloyd, Heidi Ruby Miller, James Pellow, Kelly Plaia, Erica Rowe, Greg Schauer, Larry Smith, Jessica Stachowski,
and Sarah Weir. The Master Magicians would be proud.
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THE STORIES in BETWEEN
My short story Dr. Time has been published in this book. The anthology is a collection of 16 fiction, science fiction, fantasy, and horror stories written by authors who have frequented the Between Books store over the years.
I'm a recent devotee of the bookstore and was fortunate to get into this wonderful anthology.
The anthology is part of the celebration of Between Book's 30th anniversary! 30 years for an independent bookstore is amazing!! For more info on this store, click here: Between Books
Read an Excerpt from THE STORIES in BETWEEN.
ISBN 13: 978-0-9713608-8-4
Pub date: November 2009, Fantasist Enterprises
Price: $18.00 retail - $14.40 direct from the publisher - Trade-size paperback
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INSIDE OUT.
Keep Your Head Down. Don't Get Noticed. Or Else.
I'm Trella. I'm a scrub. One of thousands who work in the lower levels, keeping Inside clean for the Uppers. I do my job and try to avoid the Pop Cops. The Trava family who rules our world from their spacious Upper levels wants us to be docile and obedient, like sheep. To insure we behave, they send the Pop Cops to police us.
So what if I occasionally use the pipes to sneak around the Upper levels? Not like it's all that dangerous--the only neck at risk is my own.
Until a lower level prophet claims a Gateway to Outside exists. And guess who he wants to steal into the Upper levels to get the proof? You’re right. Me. I alone know every single duct, pipe, corridor, shortcut, hole and ladder of Inside. It’s suicide plain and simple. But guess who can’t let a challenge like that go unanswered? Right again. Me.
I should have just said no...
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ISBN 13: 978-0-373-21006-0
Pub date: April 2010, Harlequin Teen
Price: $9.99 Trade-size paperback
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THE ETERNAL KISS: 13 Vampire Tales of Blood and Desire.
There’s an allure to vampire tales that have seduced readers for generations. From Bram Stoker to Stephanie Meyer and beyond, vampire stories are here to stay.
For those fresh-blooded fans of paranormal romance or for those whose hunt and hunger never dies, these stories have what readers want!
This collection of original tales comes from some of the hottest, most popular, and best-selling YA writers,
including: Holly Black (The Spiderwick Chronicles, Tithe), Cassandra Clare (City of Bones), Rachel Caine (Morganville Vampires),
Kelley Armstrong (Women of Otherworld), and Maria V. Snyder! They will make everyone a sucker for eternal kisses.
Read an Excerpt from Maria's Story: Sword Point
ISBN 13: 978-0-7624-3717-7
Pub date: July 2009, Running Press
Edited by: Trisha Telep
Price: $9.95 Trade-size paperback
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STORM GLASS (GLASS BOOK 1)
As a glassmaker and a magician-in-training, Opal Cowen understands trial by fire. Now it’s time to test her mettle.
Someone has sabotaged the Stormdancer clan’s glass orbs, killing their most powerful magicians.
The Stormdancers—particularly the mysterious and mercurial Kade—require Opal’s unique talents to prevent it happening again.
But when the mission goes awry, Opal must tap into a new kind of magic as stunningly potent as it is frightening.
And the further she delves into the intrigue behind the glass and magic, the more distorted things appear.
With lives hanging in the balance—including her own—Opal must control powers she never knew she possessed...
powers that might lead to disaster beyond anything she’s ever known.
Read an Excerpt from STORM GLASS.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7783-2564-2
Pub date: May 2009, MIRA Books
Price: $13.95 Trade-size paperback
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THE MAMMOTH BOOK OF PARANORMAL ROMANCE
Fall in love with someone out of this world. If love transcends all boundaries then paranormal romance is its logical conclusion.
From the biggest names around, here are 24 tales to take you to another time and place.
Let Alyssa Day, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Cheyenne McCray, Jeaniene Frost, Ilona Andrews, Kelley Armstrong,
Maria V. Snyder, Carrie Vaughn, Allyson James Marland and others show you powers beyond your wildest imaginings.
Within these pages mythical beasts, magical creatures of all shapes and sizes, heart-stoppingly handsome ghosts, angels, and mortals
with extra-sensitive sensory perception play out the themes of extraordinary desires.
Read an Excerpt from Maria's short story: Night Vision
ISBN 13: 978-0-7624-3651-4
Pub date: March 2009, Running Press
Edited by: Trisha Telep
Price: $3.95 Trade-size paperback
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FIRE STUDY: SURROUNDED BY FIRE WITH NO WAY TO ESCAPE THE BURN. (STUDY BOOK 3)
Yelena's new role as Soulfinder has made the Sitian Council uneasy. Worried that her new powers will corrupt her, the Council debates her fate.
Yelena, though is trying to keep Sitia and Ixia from going to war.
In the middle of political wrangling, Yelena receives a disturbing message: a plot is rising against her homeland, led by Ferde,
the Soulstealer who murdered eleven girls and has escaped from prison with Cahil Ixia’s help. Cahil believes if he joins with the new Daviian Clan,
he will have enough support to regain the Ixian throne. Testing the limit of her skills,
Yelena becomes embroiled in the desperate fight to stop Ferde and the Daviian Clan from siphoning enough power to unleash a Fire Warper on the world.
That would be worst than war between the northern and southern lands. Especially since, of all the powers Yelena possesses,
she couldn't set fire to a candle wick if her life depended on it. And there is more at stake than just her life.
Read an Excerpt from FIRE STUDY.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7783-2534-5
Pub date: March 2008, MIRA Books
Price: $13.95 Trade-size paperback
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MAGIC STUDY: YOU KNOW YOUR LIFE IS BAD WHEN YOU MISS YOUR DAYS AS A POISON TASTER. (STUDY BOOK 2)
Yelena is on her way to be reunited with the family she'd been stolen from long ago.
Although she has gained her freedom, she can't help feeling isolated in Sitia.
Her Ixian background has changed her in many ways, and her newfound friends and relatives don't think it's for the better.
Despite the turmoil, she's eager to start her magical training.
But her plans take a radical turn when she becomes involved with a plot to reclaim Ixia's throne for a lost prince,
and gets entangled in powerful rivalries with her fellow magicians. If that wasn't bad enough,
it appears her brother would love to see her dead. Luckily,
Yelena has some old friends to help her with her new enemies.
Read an Excerpt from MAGIC STUDY.
ISBN 13: 978-0-7783-2392-18
Pub date: September 2007, MIRA Books
Price: $13.95 Trade-size paperback
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POISON STUDY: CHOOSE: A QUICK DEATH OR SLOW POISON. (STUDY BOOK 1)
About to be executed for murder, Yelena is offered a reprieve. She'll eat the best meals, have rooms in the palace,
and risk assassination by anyone trying to kill the Commander of Ixia. And so Yelena chooses to become a food taster.
But the chief of security, leaving nothing to chance, deliberately feeds her Butterfly's Dust,
and only by appearing for her daily antidote will she delay an agonizing death from the poison.
As Yelena tries to escape her dilemma, disasters keep mounting. Rebels plot to seize Ixia and she develops magical powers she can't control.
Her life’s at stake again and choices must be made. But this time the outcomes aren’t so clear!
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ISBN 13: 978-0-7783-2433-1
Pub date: March 2007, MIRA Books
Price: $13.95 Trade-size paperback
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