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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: River in the Galaxy by Natalie Kelda

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On November 10, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction, Science Fiction

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for Natalie Kelda’s River in the Galaxy! This series of spotlight posts has been dangerous for my wallet–never more so than with this book…you gotta read on. Also as this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: River in the Galaxy by Natalie Kelda
Genre: Fantasy, Science Fiction
Age Category: Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook
Length: 459 Pages
Publication Date: March 21, 2023
Cover of River in the Galaxy Natalie Kelda

About the Book:

When Merlon’s parents disappeared, his world fell apart. When his best friend died, he lost the ability to enjoy life.

For Captain Merlon Ricosta, Lanier’s death, two years prior, feels like yesterday. But when a map from his parents is discovered, he decides to push aside his grief to get closure and follow the route they vanished along eighteen years ago.
Despite political trouble, Merlon leads his crew into the unknowns of strange galaxies in his quest to find out why his parents never returned.

In River in the Galaxy Merlon fights to keep his crew alive and suppress his prolonged grief and depression. But he must face his own struggles in order to protect the ship and the people aboard.

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Natalie KeldaStorytelling and inventing new worlds has been a part of Natalie’s life since before she could read or write. Nowadays she mostly writes in English, but you’ll often discover hints of her native Danish or some of the other languages she has picked up along the way.

Danish by birth, Natalie now lives in the green hills of Yorkshire, UK. She spends her evenings writing, drawing, and creating while only mildly hindered by her adventure cat.

Website ~ Twitter ~ Instagram ~ Threads ~ Instagram


My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: Saving Grace by Jon McConnell

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On November 10, 2025

In Book Tour, Fiction, Mystery/Detective Fiction/Crime Fiction/Thriller

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for Jon McConnell’s Saving Grace! So, this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: Saving Grace by Jon McConnell
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Age Category: Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook
Length: 357 Pages
Publication Date: October 31, 2022
Cover of Saving Grace by Jon McConnell

About the Book:

Middle school English teacher Gabriel Walker always joked that his students were going to kill him; he never thought it might actually happen. After a mysterious epidemic turns children into psychotic killers, the world descends into chaos.

Gabriel and a small group of survivors are alive because they hide in plain sight; they broke down their own door, busted in their windows and they don’t take risks. The survivors have a system. And it works. But when they run into Grace, the rules change.

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Jon McConnell is a high school English teacher at Nipomo High School in California. He makes his home in Orcutt, nestled in the Central Coast with his wife/co-author, Dayna, and two rambunctious sons, Declan and Ezra. He has loved the zombie genre ever since he stayed up with his brothers to watch George Romero’s Night of the Living Dead, but enjoys a good romantic comedy as well.

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My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: Shadows Dark and Deadly by Andrea Marie Johnson

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On November 8, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for Andrea Marie Johnson’s Shadows Dark and Deadly! So, this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: Shadows Dark and Deadly by Andrea Marie Johnson
Genre: Fantasy, Romance
Age Category: Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook
Length: 574 Pages
Publication Date: June 15, 2024
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About the Book:

Slowly freezing in the snow and a knife to the gut are two awful ways to die.

And Cerise would very much like to avoid both. A mysterious man steps from the shadows with an offer of food, a bed, and a roof over her head. The catch? She’ll have to become his assassin apprentice. Her hands are already stained with the blood of five men. What’s a little more?

But training to be an assassin isn’t easy and learning to control her magic even less. To complicate things, Cerise can’t fight her attraction to her mentor, Keir, or his charming best friend, Damara. It wouldn’t be a problem if she wasn’t a dirty street rat. Well, that and society isn’t ready for two women to be together.

Everything heats up as an arsonist stalks the streets. His targets? Brothel owners and Cerise’s aunt is at the top of his list. Can Cerise get strong enough to help Keir hunt him down or will her aunt become another tragic death that haunts her nightmares?

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Andrea Marie JohnsonI’m Andi Marie and I’m a nonbinary (they/them) disaster bi writing steamy queer romantasy riddled with angst and darkness. Some may say I’m three frogs in a trench coat but don’t believe those baseless rumors. When I’m not hiding in the basement writing my little stories, you’ll find me hiding in the basement playing video games, drawing maps and characters or watching anime. You can find me on most social media as @authorandimarie though I’m most active on Threads.

Website ~ Twitter ~ Instagram ~ Threads ~ Bluesky

My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: Shadows of Old Town by T. Olsen

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On November 7, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction, Mystery/Detective Fiction/Crime Fiction/Thriller

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for T. Olsen’s Shadows of Old Town! So, this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: Shadows of Old Town by T. Olsen
Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Heist
Age Category: Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook
Length: 370 Pages
Publication Date: March 28, 2024
Cover of Shadows of Old Town by T. Olsen

About the Book:

Legend says there was once a labyrinth where the city of Sangarie now stands. Each year on the Night of Shadows the populace stays inside while gateways to the labyrinth appear in the streets, and shadows wait to devour the brave, or the foolish. Gray was both, and it still haunts him.

He deals with his nightmares through sarcasm and overconfidence, and has risen in the ranks of the criminal guild to wrangle the most unruly district in the city: Old Town. He cheats at dice, drinks too much, and flirts as naturally as he breathes. When he finds the body of a fellow guild member, rumors spread that he’s the killer and he does what he does best—ignores authority and tries to handle it himself.

His investigations leave him on the run from both the guild and the guards, and he’s blackmailed into one last heist. One that will plunge him into the bowels of urban legend and force him to face his own traumatic past. The city’s future depends on the wit and bluster of the greatest thief ever to run across its rooftops, but can he survive the labyrinth a second time?

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

T. OlsenShe’s the weird lady in Small Town USA who wears pajamas to the grocery store to buy cake. She’s always been drawn to the stories in her head, and spends most of her time with one foot in the real world and one foot in her own worlds. She finally built her dream house and lives there with her husband, where swords feature prominently in the interior decor and she has her own witchy medieval themed kitchen.

Website ~ Twitter ~ Instagram ~ Threads ~ Bluesky


My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: Strangers in Our Heads by Bri Eberhart

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On November 6, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction, YA/MG/Children's Books

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for Bri Eberhart’s Strangers in Our Heads! So, this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: Strangers in Our Heads by Bri Eberhart
Genre: Fantasy, Contemporary Fantasy
Age Category: Young Adult
Format: Hardcover/Paperback/Ebook
Length: 350 Pages
Publication Date: November 6, 2023
Cover of Strangers in Our Heads by Bri Eberhart

About the Book:

Gemma, a seventeen-year-old orphan and empath, wants nothing more than to be normal. But after her older sister is killed in a hit-and-run, she discovers she can drain the energy out of any living thing. Fearing she might hurt someone with the faintest touch, Gemma flees from her foster home—guided by a boy she’s dreamed about for years but doesn’t believe is real.

Meanwhile, Theo, the eighteen-year-old astral-projecting leader of a ragtag group of magical misfits, is doing everything he can to protect his found family after he failed to keep his little sister alive. From rummaging through dumpsters for food, stealing from convenience stores, and throwing punches in illegal fighting rings for extra cash, there’s nothing he won’t do to keep the crew safe from the Authorities who are hunting kids like them.

When Gemma shows up in Theo’s world, their dreams become a shocking reality. The problem is that neither thought the other truly existed. Now they have to learn how to trust each other in person, as much as they had in their fantasies, if they want their secrets to remain hidden. What’s worse, Theo didn’t guide her there. Instead, a vengeful entity hell-bent on stealing Gemma’s powers did. She and Theo must work through their grief to banish him or risk losing each other for good. But doing so won’t be easy when kids with powers are being hunted by something far, far worse than a ghost.

In a cruel, contemporary world, can a handful of teens rely on one another to beat the odds?

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Bri EberhartBri Eberhart (she/her) is a speculative fiction writer who lives near Buffalo, NY, with her husband and cat. She has a BA in cultural studies with a concentration in creative writing and literature from SUNY Empire State and works as an editorial assistant for an online marketing website.

Strangers in Our Heads is her debut release. Its sequel, Strangers in Our Hearts, is out now. Her short stories have also been published in multiple online magazines.
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My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: Synthetic Sea by Franklyn S. Newton

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On November 5, 2025

In Book Tour, Fiction, Science Fiction

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for Franklyn S. Newton’s Synthetic Sea! This book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: Synthetic Sea by Franklyn S. Newton
Genre: Science Fiction, Romance
Age Category: Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook
Length: 241 Pages
Publication Date: April 12, 2024
Cover of Synthetic Sea by Franklyn S. Newton

About the Book:

In the distant future of planet cracking , VR distraction, and corporate greed, grieving private detective Ryoma LeBeau takes what seems to be a simple job on the opulent casino planetoid of Scylla.

Captivated by a chance meeting with a Synth musician, Guin, he finds himself drawn to the smoky anachronistic lounge bar where they perform, weaving their music around his heart.

It seems there’s a lot more to both Guin and to this case and Ryoma can’t help but pull at the threads of mystery leading him to the depths of conspiracy and memory.

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Franklyn Newton (they/she) has been writing on and off since their teens, largely inspired by the sci-fi & horror movies that wormed into their brain when they left the tv on at night. They enjoy writing about transhumanism, the struggle for bodily autonomy and finding love. They’re based in the south of England and run a two-person book club with their partner, reading brick-sized sci-fi novels and comparing notes. Synthetic Sea is their first novel.

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My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: Tarnished by Erica Rose Eberhart

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On November 4, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for by Erica Rose Eberhart’s Tarnished! So, this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: Tarnished by Erica Rose Eberhart
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy
Age Category: New Adult
Format: Hardcover/Paperback/Ebook
Length: 279 Pages
Publication Date: January 21, 2025
Cover of Tarnished by Erica Rose Eberhart

About the Book:

An outlawed magic, a hidden curse, and a love tested by fire.

In the struggling city of Braewick, a determined 20-year-old gate guard named Ailith MacCree longs for a chance at financial stability and adventure. Little does she know, her wish is about to come true. She accepts a mission from Princess Greer that promises both: escort Princess Caitriona to the Endless Mountains to meet the enigmatic hermit for a great financial reward. Ailith jumps at the opportunity and bids goodbye to all she’s ever known. But as they journey together, Ailith discovers that Caitriona holds a dangerous secret—she possesses powerful magic in a kingdom where magic is outlawed.

Ailith and Caitriona face mysterious attacks and supernatural challenges. But as they delve deeper into the treacherous landscape, Ailith learns of Caitriona’s tragic past and the dark curse that threatens her very existence.

With rebellion brewing in Braewick, and the oppressive king hot on their trail, Ailith must not only navigate her growing feelings for Caitriona, but also fight against relentless foes. As they race against time to stop the curse, Ailith and Caitriona uncover shocking truths about their kingdom, their families, and themselves.

Will their burgeoning romance survive the trials ahead? Can they break the curse and save their homeland from tyranny? Join Ailith and Caitriona on a thrilling quest filled with magic, danger, and heart-pounding adventure. Fans of high-stakes fantasy will not want to miss this epic tale.

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Erica Rose EberhartErica Rose Eberhart is a neurodivergent, disabled writer of queer characters, dragons, girls who grow feathers, and boys who become trees. She resides in the Finger Lakes of New York with her partner and child, and has sampled landscape inspiration from her time living near mountain ranges of New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. Having written stories since she could string a sentence together, she now focuses primarily on young adult and adult fantasy, as well as whimsical personal essays. Her writing has appeared in Bella Grace Magazine and her debut novel, Tarnished, released in January 2025. You can follow her @ericaroseeberhart on any platform or subscribe to her updates via ericaroseeberhart.com.

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My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: The Ballad of Sprikit The Bard (And Company) by Seán O’Boyle

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On November 3, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for by Seán O’Boyle’s The Ballad of Sprikit The Bard (And Company)! This has been on my eReader for over a year now, and it’s annoying me. So be sure to litter the comments with encouragements to get to it. This book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: The Ballad of Sprikit The Bard (And Company) by Seán O’Boyle
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy
Age Category: Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook
Length: 480 Pages
Publication Date: March 15, 2024
Cover of The Ballad of Sprikit The Bard (And Company) by Seán O'Boyle

About the Book:

The Free Lands; a far off fantastical world full of noble warriors, gallant heroes and gentle souls. Sprikit The Bard is precisely none of these things. However he’s not without his own unique qualities. He enjoys the simple things in life; song, merriment and (mostly) victimless swindles.

But this little Bard carries a secret. He has a mission to do, a promise to keep, as an elite force seeks to intercept him. The journey ahead is long and dangerous with hurdles aplenty; monstrous creatures, dastardly villains, laborious hikes and most of all – Sprikit himself.

But he’s not without allies, reluctant and disdainful as they are. Help is help at the end of the day, and By the Notes does he need it. The clock is ticking. The cavalry is coming. And Sprikit The Bard doesn’t know his arse from his elbow.

Bards love to tell tales of adventures, but will Sprikit last long enough to recount his own?

Book Links:

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About the Author:

Seán O'BoyleSeán O’Boyle is an Irish fantasy writer whose life-long love for comedy and fantasy led to the penning of his debut “The Ballad of Sprikit The Bard (And Company)” in 2024. He has since released a novella, “Checks, Balances and Proper Procedure in Monster Hunting”, set in the same world as his debut.

Website ~ Twitter ~ Instagram ~ Bluesky


My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: The Chalice of Fortune by Sarah L. Barnett

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On November 3, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction, YA/MG/Children's Books

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for by Sarah L. Barnett’s The Chalice of Fortune! So, this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: The Chalice of Fortune by Sarah L. Barnett
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure
Age Category: Young Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook/Audiobook
Length: 263 Pages
Publication Date: September 7, 2024
Cover of The Chalice of Fortune by Sarah L. Barnett

About the Book:

The Chalice of Fortune is a young adult fantasy adventure set in the 1940’s English countryside during World War II. A fast-paced, high-stakes tale, notoriously difficult to put down, The Chalice of Fortune features ancient riddles, an historic castle (with secret passages), an unlikely (but awesome) heroine, her cousin and their mates, all battling the German war-machine and the ticking of the clock. Can they solve the riddles in time to save the life of someone she loves? Only time will tell.

But did we mention the ghost… ?

The Chalice of Fortune has been announced as the 2025 winner of the Purple Dragonfly Book Award Contest in the audiobook category.

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Sarah L. BarnettSarah is a commercial lawyer in Melbourne as well as a writer, and a single mum to two teenagers and two cats. Her writing has been published in The Victorian Writer magazine and she’s been interviewed on ABC radio and featured in articles in Graziher magazine and Public Accountant Magazine. An experienced public speaker, Sarah has delivered numerous author talks and was featured as a guest speaker at the Melbourne Business School.

Website ~ Instagram ~ Facebook ~ TikTok ~ LinkedIn


My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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BBNYA SEMI-FINALIST SPOTLIGHT: The City of Mist and Tears by Alex Robins

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On November 1, 2025

In Book Tour, Fantasy, Fiction

I’m very pleased today to welcome The BBNYA Semi-Finalist Spotlight Tour for by Alex Robins’ The City of Mist and Tears! So, this book has made it to the semi-finals, so you know there’s something good going on–but before getting to this Spotlight, let’s start with a word about BBNYA.

BBNYA:

BBNYA is a yearly competition where book bloggers from all over the world read and score books written by indie authors, ending with 15 (17 in 2025) finalists and one overall winner.

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If you want some more information about BBNYA, check out the BBNYA Website https://www.bbnya.com/ or take a peek over on Twitter @BBNYA_Official.

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Book Details:

Title: The City of Mist and Tears by Alex Robins
Genre: Fantasy
Age Category: Adult
Format: Paperback/Ebook
Length: 339 Pages
Publication Date: December 5, 2024
Cover of The City of Mist and Tears by Alex Robins

About the Book:

Keselgraad. A city of iron and stone, rising from the mist-shrouded wasteland to pierce the pallid clouds. A colossal man-made mountain stretching a mile high, from the blood-stained alleyways of the Slums to the crystal-studded spire of the Church of the Mother, whose amethyst shards shine brighter than any star.

Keselgraad. Both a haven and a prison. There is no way in. No way out. For the city is under constant assault from an enemy that is as relentless as it is indomitable; a raging sea of churning white that encircles the crumbling walls in its cold embrace. Only the radiance of the Mother can stem the ravenous tide. Only the shield of her faith can keep her citizens safe.

But there is a secret hidden deep within the ancient, decrepit heart of Keselgraad. It is whispered in the darkness of the underground galleries. Scratched into the mud. Etched into the stone.

The crystals are failing.

Their light is dying.

And without their protection, the Mists will be free to enter Keselgraad. To gorge themselves on the flesh of a thousand helpless souls. To drain the life from every last living being; man, woman, and child.

Until the city becomes a tomb.

Book Links:

Amazon Canada ~ Amazon US ~ Amazon UK ~ Goodreads ~ The Story Graph

About the Author:

Alex RobinsAlex Robins hails from the sunny Loire Valley in western France, surrounded by imposing castles and sprawling vineyards. When not writing he spends his time reading, cycling, and playing the guitar very badly.

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My thanks to The Book Bloggers’ Novel of the Year Award for the invitation to participate in this tour and the materials they provided.

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