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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… KJ Waters, author of “Shattering Time”

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KJ Waters, author of Shattering Time
(Blondie Books)

Ronnie Andrews returns from eighteenth century London shell-shocked from her first terrifying time travel encounter. Her boyfriend, Jeffrey Brennan, casts doubt on her sanity leaving Ronnie wondering if she went back in time or is having a mental breakdown.

To add to the tension, Hurricane Frances, a storm the size of Texas, is barreling towards Florida and her fears of a repeat time travel experience mount. Ronnie’s best friend Steph, along with her friend Nick and Steph’s younger brother Ian, shield Ronnie from the dangers of Frances but cannot save her from traveling back in time. Unfortunately, their meddling brings Ronnie to the brink of destruction as they are caught in the throes of the hurricane’s wrath.

Once again, Ronnie is transported to dangerous places and plagued with desperate situations, while experiencing perilous cultures including one of America’s first mysteries — the Lost Colony of Roanoke Island.

A stunning conclusion brings Ronnie face to face with a dangerous ally who may hold the key to her past while offering salvation for her future.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Shattering Time?

KJ Waters: After reading the series Outlander by Diana Gabaldon, I read an interview where she described her writing process as a jumbled mess that she pieced together later. This sounded a lot less intimidating than what I’d imagined, so I took the leap. Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… KJ Waters, author of “Shattering Time” →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Sylvia Hubbard, author of “Beautiful”

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Sylvia Hubbard, author of Beautiful
(HubBooks Literary Network)

Madison wanted more than anything to be beautiful. Meeting a tall, handsome stranger was the answer to her prayers. Was the stranger’s sudden interest a ploy to steal her valuable research? Or did he really love her? She must discover the truth.

Will Madison survive or lose herself and everything she has worked for? Find the answers wrapped around suspense, drama and romance in Beautiful – author Sylvia Hubbard’s 40th Novel.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Beautiful?

Sylvia Hubbard: I’m always thinking about different What If scenarios and combining those with faults. I make a story stew in my head, brewing all of the What Ifs and the faults together until the story burns. Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… Sylvia Hubbard, author of “Beautiful” →

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5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… LaDonna Marie, author of “Larry the Alligator: Makes Friends”

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LaDonna Marie, author of Larry the Alligator: Makes Friends
(LaDonna Marie Books)

For some, making friends children can be difficult. Friendship building is an important part of connecting with others. Join Larry the Alligator as he learns assertiveness, persistence and confidence while making new friends.

Joey Pinkney: Where did you get the inspiration to write Larry the Alligator: Makes Friends?

LaDonna Marie: I was inspired by my youngest son and his quest to makes friends. I always want to make an impact on others. I observed some of the difficulties other younger kids were going through and wanted to shed light on how they can persevere and be encouraged not to give up with Larry the Alligator: Makes Friends. Continue reading 5 Minutes, 5 Questions With… LaDonna Marie, author of “Larry the Alligator: Makes Friends” →