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I have discovered that there is a National Short Story Day in the UK, aiming to promote the short story form.

Here's a link to the official website: http://www.nationalshortstoryday.co.uk/

As a short story writer, I am very pleased to find out about this. I love writing short stories and I also enjoy reading them. As my reading time is limited at the moment, I tend to read more short stories than novels, and I am finding lots of new and interesting writers in this way.

Many authors write novels and short stories, so if you like their novels, I would encourage you to also read their short stories. Short stories have never been as popular as novels. Personally, I really don't understand why. I have heard people say they don't like short stories because it doesn't give enough room for character development, they prefer a novel because they can get into the story and get to know the characters. A well written short story will give you everything you need to know about a character in a few pages, and can be just as satisfying as a novel. Don't take my word for it, judge for yourself. There are so many great stories out there, and you are missing out if you only look for novels to read.

Here are some of my recommendations for great stories that will change your mind if you are unsure about the short story form (click on the covers for more details):






I'm currently working on a new collection of short stories. I have three collections available. They are on special offer on Kindle at the moment, just 99 cents/77p each until the end of December:








I also have short stories in each of the BestsellerBound Short Story Anthologies, which are available free in all e-book formats on Smashwords







I hope you'll celebrate National Short Story Day by reading a short story! :)

My novel, Second Chances, is being promoted on EReader News Today's website as a Bargain Book: http://ereadernewstoday.com/kindle-da...

The price is 99 cents or 77p for Kindle.
Remember, you can read Kindle books on your iPhone, iPad, smartphone, PC, or Mac, when you download the free apps from Amazon.



Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/Second-Chances-...

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Second-Chance...

Just wanted to let you all know that following a successful promotion of Second Chances with EReader News Today, I have decided to keep the low price of 99 cents/77p for the Kindle version until the end of February. I won't be doing any more free promotions for my existing books, so this is the lowest price you can get the book for.

Here's a link to the book on Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/Second-Chances-...

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Second-Chance...

It's also on all other worldwide Amazon stores at the same price.

I just wanted to let you all know that I have reduced the price of my most recent short story collection, Fusion, to just 99 cents for Kindle.



"Crime, passion, ghosts, obsession, hope, faith, and new beginnings-you will find all these things, and more, within these pages. A mixed collection of short fiction, by the prolific writer, Maria Savva, who has been praised for her story telling abilities by fellow authors as well as her fans. Sit back, relax, and begin your journey with a story of deep love, and follow through to read insightful tales reflecting our world today, but
at the same time taking you away to a world of fantasy. Thought provoking and eventful stories written to entertain and inspire. Maria Savva's latest collection is sure to please, with haunting and psychological tales, blended with romantic and humourous ones. A diverse assortment, brought together by 'fusion'."


Remember, you don't have to own a Kindle to read Kindle books, you can read them on your smartphone, PC, Mac, iPad etc., by downloading the free apps from Amazon.

The price will stay at 99 cents until my new book, Delusion and Dreams, is published. I expect to be able to send that to be formatted for Kindle in the next couple of days. After that, it may be a week or so before it's available in the Amazon stores. I'm looking forward to publishing that one!

So, while you're waiting for the new book, you can pick up Fusion for a bargain price.

I hope you enjoy the stories.

Here are the links you need:

Amazon.com (includes India): http://www.amazon.com/Fusion-ebook/dp...

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fusion-ebook/...

Amazon.ca: http://www.amazon.ca/Fusion-ebook/dp/...

Amazon FR: http://www.amazon.fr/Fusion-ebook/dp/...

Amazon Germany: http://www.amazon.de/Fusion-ebook/dp/...

Amazon Japan: http://www.amazon.co.jp/Fusion-ebook/...

Amazon Spain: http://www.amazon.es/Fusion-ebook/dp/...

Amazon Italy: http://www.amazon.it/Fusion-ebook/dp/...

Amazon Brazil: http://www.amazon.com.br/Fusion-ebook...

I'm doing a special promotion for my fantasy novel, The Dream. Today, you can get a copy for just 99 cents/77p for Kindle.

Here's a link to Ereader News Today's website where you can find other bargain and free books: http://ereadernewstoday.com/kindle-da...



Lynne cannot shake her feelings of dread; her dreams tell her she is making a terrible mistake, she must not marry Adam. But, how can she believe the dream? Lynne and Adam have shared their lives for three years now. She is certain she loves him.

It is not that love, which her dream warns against.

It doesn't matter that she loves this man she will soon marry. If she marries him, the voice in her dream says her soul mate will die. Her true love will perish.

Book 2 in The Mind's Eye Series will be published on November 1st, and is currently available for pre-order at Amazon for just 99c/77p!

The special price is just for the next couple of weeks to celebrate the launch, after that it will be priced at $2.99.



As many of you will know, the Mind's Eye Series began with Perspectives, which was a collection of short stories by me and Darcia Helle, inspired by Martin David Porter's photographs (Mart's Arts Photography).

There are 12 stories in Perspectives. Darcia and I had so much fun writing them that we decided to turn this into a series.

Reflections is the second book and includes stories by me and Darcia, as well as J. Michael Radcliffe, and Jason McIntyre. It also includes poems from Helle Gade, and Ben Ditmars.

The photos featured in Reflections are from Martin David Porter and Helle Gade (Helle Gade Photography).

You'll find three new short stories from me in there: Shadows, Escape, and The Great Flood.

We're very excited about this release and will be hosting a Facebook party on Wednesday 15th October. Come and join us for a day of fun. There will be chat from the various writers and photographers as well as giveaways, and teasers from the book!

Follow this link: https://www.facebook.com/events/58959...




The cover was designed by Jason McIntyre from a photo by Martin David Porter.

To pre-order the book at the special discounted price, please follow the links:

Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/Reflections-Min...

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Reflections-M...

Amazon FR: http://www.amazon.fr/Reflections-Mind...

Amazon CA: http://www.amazon.ca/Reflections-Mind...

Amazon AU: http://www.amazon.com.au/Reflections-...

Amazon DE: http://www.amazon.de/Reflections-Mind...

Amazon IT: http://www.amazon.it/Reflections-Mind...

Amazon ES: http://www.amazon.es/Reflections-Mind...

Amazon JP: http://www.amazon.co.jp/Reflections-M...

Amazon MX: http://www.amazon.com.mx/Reflections-...

Amazon BR: http://www.amazon.com.br/Reflections-...

This month, the #MysteryNovember book tour is taking place on Rosie Amber's blog, introducing 30 authors, a different one each day. Lots of great mystery books.

If you're a fan of the mystery genre you should check it out. I've already added quite a few books to my to-read list from those featured on the tour.

My novel, The Dream is the featured book today! Follow the link to read my interview and find out more about The Dream.

http://rosieamber.wordpress.com/2014/...



To celebrate the feature on #MysteryNovember I've reduced the price of the Kindle version of The Dream to just 99 cents/77p.

The price will go back up to $2.99 tomorrow, so grab your bargain copy today!

Amazon US: http://www.amazon.com/Dream-Maria-Sav...

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Dream-Maria-S...

About The Dream:

Lynne cannot shake her feelings of dread; her dreams tell her she is making a terrible mistake, she must not marry Adam. But, how can she believe the dream? Lynne and Adam have shared their lives for three years now. She is certain she loves him.

It is not that love, which her dream warns against.

It doesn't matter that she loves this man she will soon marry. If she marries him, the voice in her dream says her soul mate will die. Her true love will perish.

Soon, Lynne's world is transformed and becomes almost unrecognisable, except for the déjà vu. Time doesn't seem to mean much anymore, and things are not quite as they seem. As her world spins out of control, Lynne must sort out what's real and what isn't to fulfill her destiny.

Sex, Love & Combat Boots

An Eye Candy Bookstore Anthology Benefiting Heels for Combat Boots- 90 day limited release on Amazon ONLY




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Anthology Includes:
Rebecca Brooke — Letters Home
Marissa Dobson — Ace In The Hole
MJ Fields — Irons
Jennifer Foor — Love Survives
Kimberly Knight — Angels & Whiskey
Bayli Lane — What If
Kristen Hope Mazzola — Crashing Back Down
Sarah O’Rourke — Cain’s Salvation
Alexis Noelle — Fractured: Volume One
Sophie Monroe — To Love A Soldier


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To Love a Soldier:

Life is short. At twenty-one, Liz Kane knows this. Having lost her dad in combat, she is well aware of life's cruel twists. Still, working to pay her way through school and cautiously beginning a new relationship, Liz is content.

When an accident brings her brother, John, Stateside from his current stint in the Marine's, life gives Liz another twist, this time bringing in an old friend, new love, and the possibilty of happiness for John when he meets Mandy.
This is a story of love, loss, and new beginnings.

Author link: www.facebook.com/sophiemonroewrites


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Fractured- Vol 1:

Nothing in life is ever fair.

There are wars we battle and face every day.

Some too close to home.

I had it all.

The perfect husband.

The perfect house.

The perfect...Everything.

Then one moment changed everything forever.

Author link: www.facebook.com/authoralexisnoelle


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Cain's Salvation:

Book One in the Passion in Paradise - The Men of the McKinnon Sisters Series
When Dr. Cain Turner's life was literally blown apart in a small province of Afghanistan, it was only the hope and memories of one woman that propelled him forward. But there were more demons to face.

In the small country hamlet of Paradise, Tennessee...Faith waits. Surrounded by her loving sisters, Faith McKinnon had faced her own demons, having thought that the love of her life had deserted her.

But fate...and a few meddling McKinnon sisters...conspired to bring the two star-crossed lovers together again.

Author link: https://www.facebook.com/sarah.orourk...

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Crashing Back Down:

Mags McManus has just become a war widow in her mid-twenties. Her late husband, Randy, left for the Army right after their wedding. Instead of celebrating his homecoming and living in marital bliss with her soulmate, Mags finds herself living in constant agony.

Dealing with the guilt of still living without Randy, are Randy's best friends and parents.

Rising from the ashes of this tragedy, Mags starts to learn how to love and trust again, finally being able to find happiness. But sometimes things really are too good to be true and again Mags learns how cruel the world can be as she crashes back down.

Author link: www.facebook.com/AuthorKristenHope


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What If:

THIS IS A STAND-ALONE, Contemporary Romance: Due to language and sexual content, this book is not intended for readers under the age of 18.

For some people falling in love was a happy, glowing experience. For Briar Kelly and Arrow Donovan it was more like getting hit by a freight train.

Caring for one another was never an easy feat. They constantly fought to hold their feelings inside, not wanting to jeopardize their friendship. Then, Arrow left for the Marines, and everything changed. Briar was shattered. Arrow was hurt.

While Briar told herself she’d never let another man affect her in such a way, Arrow still remained in the forefront of her mind. For Arrow, his memories of Briar kept him alive in both of his near death experiences. When Arrow’s demons threatened to drag him under, Briar was there, pulling him from the darkness.

"What ifs" keep piling up while resentment and redemption battles continue; will Briar and Arrow be able to find their happily ever after, or will this be one war that Arrow can't win?

Author link: https://www.facebook.com/authorbaylilane

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Angels & Whiskey:

Angels & Whiskey is part of a series, however, can be read as a standalone book.

Whiskey, women and sleepless nights…
United States Army Captain Gabriel Hastings knew he would always follow in his grandfather’s footsteps. Serving his country was his destiny.

Until he fell in love…

When Gabe’s love affair is cut short, he turns to whiskey for comfort and swears he will never fall in love again.

Until he bumps into an unexpected angel…

By all appearances, Autumn Jones has the perfect life. Her husband, Richard, is a loving man who wants to be a father to her unborn children. But Autumn knows the truth. Richard has a controlling, dark side that leaves nothing to chance, especially Autumn. He’ll stop at nothing to make her the trophy wife he wants her to be.

When Autumn bumps into Gabe, he consumes her every thought, but she can’t act on her feelings. She’s married to a dark man she can never leave.

When he learns who Autumn’s husband really is, Gabe knows he will stop at nothing to protect her. Or is it too late for him to save his angel?

Author link: www.facebook.com/AuthorKKnight

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Love Survives:

This book follows Love's Suicide. It can be read by itself as a stand alone.
Imagine being in love with the same girl since you were ten years old, only to have her fall for your twin instead.

This story is rocky.

It will rip you apart and possibly put you back together again.

I know this because it's my story.

The pain and anguish experienced in this is what it was like to hold onto hope that some day we'd find each other again. I won't sugar coat the details of what I went through to have her, nor will I apologize for any actions that led me right back into her life.

Sometimes love isn't enough.

For me, it took some bad experiences, a little fate, and a lot of time.

Author link: https://www.facebook.com/JenniferFoor...

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Irons:

Jax

I was born and bred to be the man I am today. My father and his father were both graduates from The United States Naval Academy in Annapolis. Both went on to become helicopter pilots. Both had seen plenty of action. Both had met and caused devastation. Both men, who I respect more above all, had served and protected the United States and her people honorably for decades.

My best friend, William Cruz, who attended the academy with me, had flown beside me, had lived the same life as I had and shared the same ambitions in life, was gone now. This was not part of the plan. Will and I were supposed to have each other’s backs, support each other and never let anything supersede our bond.

Francesca

I sat on Norfolk Beach needing to feel close to him on the anniversary of his death. It was a beautiful day in May and I was cutting class. I had done the same every year since he passed.

Jaxson Irons was only supposed to be in Pensacola for a year. But now three years later I still hadn't heard from him. I saw a man running down the beach and I knew immediately who it was.

Jaxson didn't respond the way I had dreamed he would. He told me we would catch up someday soon. I stood and watched until he was gone.

Thump, thump. I placed my hand on my chest as I felt my heart beat again for what felt like the first time in three years. Thump, thump. I felt the blood moving quickly through my body. It’s heat once again present. Thump, thump. I looked up at the sky and let out a breath. A breath that I had been holding forever. Thump, thump.

I felt tears fall down my face as I raised my hands in the air and laughed out loud.

Author link: www.facebook.com/pages/MJ-Fields-book...

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Ace In The Hole:

Ace Diamond left behind the woman he loved when he joined the Navy SEALs. For years he focused on his career, risking life and limb on missions for his country. Now home on leave, he must face his past and ask himself if leaving her was a mistake.

At seventeen, Gwyneth London gave her heart away only to have it broken. More than a dozen years later, she decides to embrace her single life and have a child on her own. Ready to start over in her hometown, she doesn’t expect to see the man who still holds her heart, but when he walks back into her life she’s unable to push him away.

Can Gwyneth and Ace claim the life they were supposed to have, or will they let love pass them by?

Author link: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorMariss...


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Letters Home:

Life is all about the jigsaw, right? Finding the different puzzle pieces to complete your very own picture. A career you love, a house to make a home, a lover to complete you, and keep you warm at night.

Danielle Renton has a life, and she loves it. A recent law school graduate, she’d been floored when her boyfriend, Nate Lewis, enlisted during their sophomore year of college. At the time, she’d been concerned with what that meant for them as a couple, but in the years that followed, they’d learned to adapt to the logistics of an army relationship.

But when life throws her a curve ball, how will she cope? Can she pick up the pieces and make her picture beautiful again? Or does she realize that, sometimes, the pieces can be too broken to fit back together…


Author link: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rebecc...

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Heels for Combat Boots:


HFCB was founded and created by Kati Sorensen AKA 'Riskay Business' and was officially established on February 28, 2014. HFCB sets out to assist Servicemen and women with PTSD/TBI (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Traumatic Brain Injury). They assist with helping these individuals adjust back into the world of civilian life, connect them with the correct outreach and treatment programs, help with their day to day struggles and issues; such as assisting them with paying their bills, obtain groceries, etc. They help to get them back involved with the things they enjoy, introduce them to new experiences, and connect them with hunting and fishing trips. Also getting involved with Vet events, visiting the VA's, and sending out care packages.

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You may have seen my blog earlier in the week about my new book, "Evil Never Dies". If not, follow this link: https://www.goodreads.com/author_blog...

As "Evil Never Dies" is the sequel to "The Spider", I am reducing the price of the Kindle version of Book 1 to 99p/99c (or the equivalent in currency worldwide) until 11th November, to celebrate the pending release of Book 2.



‘No one’s ever come out of that house alive...’

What lurks behind the door of 8 Goldfern Road?

Are you brave enough to step inside?

By entering the sinister house, George and Glen become entangled in a dangerous battle of wills.

“The Spider” is a story of obsession, infidelity, and broken dreams.

This darkly humorous mystery will appeal to fantasy and romance readers as well as those who love to hate spiders!

Get your copy here: Amazon UK*

*available on Kindle worldwide