Welcome to My World! It is day one of TRR’s Fall into
Romance Blog Hop, which will run until September 21st and there are
a lot of awesome participants with some fab prizes up for grab.
The theme of this hop is romance and why we love it so much.
I am a romance author myself. I mainly write paranormal with dark humour,
sometime boarding on light horror, and then a couple of contemporaries thrown
in. My stories are mostly erotic, but some are sensual and on the odd occasion
they are sweet. For more information on my work please feel free to hop on over
to my website:
www.e-morgan.com
Today I am going to talk about another romance book, or
rather a series that I am currently reading and I have to say, absolutely
loving.
The Witching Pen novellas by Dianna Hardy
The stories take place in London, England and begin by
following the life of Elena Green a third generation witch who owns a very
special pen; the witching pen. Now, it is impossible for me to go into details
without giving too much away, but let’s just say although this pen seems very
cool it is a very powerful weapon and one that turns both Elena’s and Karl’s -
her best friend/romantic interest - lives upside down.
During book one we meet Amy – a witch – and Pueblo – a
demon/shifter – who are the leads for book two “The Sands of Time” and have big
roles of their own to play within the story arc, along with the hero and
heroine of book three “The Demon Bride,” Gwain – a fallen angel – and Mary –
who no one can figure out . . . but when her place in this world and story is
discovered . . . *gush* Oh, it’s
brilliant. I have to say the third book was my favourite and I will admit it is
because I have a huge crush on Gwain and his and Mary’s personal story . . .
*heart flutter* But all these characters have a purpose, and a part to play; all
equally as important as they other.
I adore Dianna Hardy’s writing. She has a beautiful way of
describing her world and characters and their emotions. Her stories – including
her new series “The Eye of the Storm Series” and her individual titles – are
well planned, and constantly keep you hooked. The way the plots unfold are
genius, especially in her series; there is a slow unveiling with every
instalment that keeps you wanting more.
In the world of The Witching Pen, Dianna Hardy has really
moulded quite a wonderful and unique view on the theories and stories of God
and the Devil; angels, demons, witches, fairies . . . she has gelled so many elements together and
come out with a world that is believable; stories that are fascinating and
gripping. As a reader I felt the situations these characters were in were very
possible. And the relationships between characters . . . we have so many
elements of love and all its types from childhood sweethearts; friends turn
lovers, love at first sight, everlasting, soul mates etc. You feel for each of
the characters because even though they have their happy moments they really
have to work for them.
I have read quite a
few books in my time, but nothing like these three stories. You don’t feel like
you have to make yourself believe that all the things that exist in this world
– this fiction world - exist, it just feels natural; like there is truth to it.
I suppose to some degree there is, because the elements in the books are taken
from truth and the author has placed a view point on it all; made everything
work for this world and all who exist in it.
Believable characters, a story arc that has you devouring
the pages just to find out what happens next, violence, humour, passion,
heartfelt moments, The Witching Pen, The Sands of Time, and The Demon Bride are
three terrific books that are definitely worth the read if you are a fan of
paranormal romance.
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Wilted
(A Witching Pen Novellas Prequel)
Free at Most Retail Sites!
A short story prequel to The Witching Pen Novellas.
(This story takes place ten years before the events of The
Witching Pen Novellas.)
Fifteen-year-old Elena hides her magical abilities from
everyone, except her best friend, Karl. Inseparable since they were very young,
they’ve always shared everything together, including ther darkest parts of
their lives.
Elena’s beginning to realise that her feelings for Karl are
growing into something more. But her mother’s about to drop a bombshell on her
– one that will change the course of her life, and heart, forever.
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The Witching Pen
(Book One of The Witching Pen Novellas)
It’s hard being the most powerful witch on the planet. It’s
even harder when you’re a twenty-five year old virgin who’ll lose all of that
power the moment you sleep with someone . . . that’s why Elena’s never slept
with her best friend and flatmate, Karl, despite the true feelings they harbour
for each other.
Elena’s about to discover that there are even more difficult
things in life to deal with. One of them comes in the form of a pen she
discovers one day, a pen that allows anything she writes to come to pass. . .
Suddenly, it’s not just her powers or her heart that’s at
stake, but her very soul, as a dream demon with a seductive pull uses the pen
to try and turn her away from reality, and from Karl.
But the pen is just the beginning. Everything Elena has
believed in is a lie, and her world is about to fall apart . . .
Book Length: Novella (37,000+ Words)
Ongoing Promotional Offer
The Witching Pen will be FREE to download from most stores
until further notice. Please note that not all stores will price match.
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The Sands of Time
(Book Two of The Witching Pen Novellas)
Preceded by Book One
Seven days ago, Elizabeth May tried to commit suicide. She
was found by Paul, her husband who took her under his wing and back to their
home. But the attempted suicide is not Elizabeth’s main problem – Elizabeth
can’t remember who she is, or a single thing about her life beyond the past
week.
Plagued by nightmares about a familiar black panther, and a
terrifying snow leopard, she is convinced that the dreams are trying to show
her something important, and is determined to regain her memories, one way of
another.
Meanwhile, Pueblo – the demon blood-bonded to the witch, Amy
– is going insane trying to find her. Amy disappeared one week ago, and it
seems not even their bond is strong enough to penetrate whatever magic hides
her.
As pueblo enlists the help of angels and demons alike,
Elizabeth beings to piece together parts of her forgotten life. But what she
uncovers may just have her wanting to turn away from who she really is . . .
for good.
Content Warning: Contains scenes of explicit sex and some
violence.
Book Length: Novella/Short novel (approx 40,000 words)
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The Demon Bride
(Book Three of The Witching Pen Novellas)
Preceded by Book One and Book Two
Two thousand and eleven years after the birth of the Failed
One, the Witching Pen will be made manifest on Earth by the Great Shanka Witch
of the Old Scrolls. By her hand, The Earth will rumble and shatter, and all
dimensions will bleed into one.
The true purpose of the Witching Pen has been revealed, and
it must be destroyed before an apocalyptic prophecy comes true. There’s just
one problem – the Pen is indestructible.
As everyone searches for much needed answers, Elena lays
done plans for a radical mission to save her mother from the Shanka’s shadow
world.
Meanwhile, Mary finally discovered who she really is, and
what that means for the human race.
What Mary doesn’t know, is that Gwain has been searching for
her for over ten thousand years, and had lost all hope of finding her. Now that
he has her, he’s faced with the impossible choice: does he save the woman who
altered his very existence, or does he sacrifice her to save mankind?
Content Warning: Contains scenes of explicit sex and some violence.
Book Length: Novel (approx 70,000)
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