Writing Update: New Last Name & Cover Reveal Sign-Ups

 

 

Hey Everybody!

 

This post is waaaaaaay overdue. I got married to my best friend January 3rd and now I have a new last name! I'm now going by as Ashley Ehlers.....you have no idea how amazing that is for me! We've both been waiting a long time for that day. So, so long Ashley Hill.....Helloooo, Ashley Ehlers! *squeal*! So to my fans, look out for this change.

 

I've been rebranding and I finally have my own author Twitter and Facebook pages separate from my blog pages, you have no idea how good it feels! Here are the links to them, Twitter & Facebook. I also have an author photo, what do you think?

 

 

 

With a new bio-

 

Newly married Ashley Ehlers now resides in San Diego with her husband who is currently stationed there. There in their cozy two bedroom apartment she finds the peace she’s been looking for. As they settle into the new chapters of their lives Ashley’s Muses are growing stronger than ever as inspiration is around every corner in her latest adventure.

 

 

A lot of wonderful changes have been happening this year, I've never been happier!

 

Now onto more good news! The Gatherers, prequel to The Harvesters, is almost done and will be publishing April 25th, 2015! Who's excited? Xpresso Book Tours is hosting a Cover Reveal for The Gatherers and you can Sign-Up here! 

 

What's it about? Well, here's the blurb-

 

Ashley and Jason weren't the only ones to have an encounter with The Harvesters that day....

Coleen hasn’t been the happiest with her father remarrying, especially to the mother that gave birth to her enemy, Virginia. Bleach blonde bimbo as Coleen thought the moment they started high school. But since they’ve graduated, their parents married for a year now, Coleen has seen a whole new side of Virginia and the girls have gotten closer than ever. However the parents don’t see it, as the girls put up a front, so they plan a getaway to the family’s cabin before the girls go off to college.

Being away from the city is exactly what the girls wanted. Virginia even has something special planned for Coleen on this holiday and being out in the woods is the perfect setting for it. Though things get put on hold when their family dog Trudy runs away and Coleen’s step mother insists she goes out and find her. So as Coleen walks into the woods she gets a chilling sign from her step mother, Victoria, which starts a domino effect of bloody unforgettable events. 

 

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You can add it on Goodreads here!

 

Here's the cover of The Harvesters, if it might help you decide if you want to sign up for the cover reveal for The Gatherers.

 

 

 

 

I think that's about it. If you could spread the word, that be absolutely wonderful! Thanks for stopping by!

 

 

Stay Tuned!



Review: Hansel and Gretel are Dead (Zombie Fairy Tales #2) by Kevin Richey

Hansel and Gretel are Dead (Zombie Fairy Tales #2) by Kevin Richey

Publication Date: February 13th, 2012

Genre: Zombie Horror

Pages: 45

Format: Paperback (Zombie Fairy Tales Collection)

Source: Gifted

Read: April 10th, 2015

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~Summary~

 

After being infected by the zombie pestilence, Hansel and Gretel are left to die in the woods. Sick and hungry, they find their way to the home of a lonely old woman who happens to be a cannibal. But when Hansel and Gretel refuse to stay dead, the old hag finds she may have bitten off more than she can chew.

 

 

~My Thoughts~

 

*Small spoilers if you haven't read The Zombie Pinocchio*

 

Hansel & Gretel are Dead starts off where The Zombie Pinocchio left off. Geppetto is being hanged and Hansel & Gretel want to watch it happened just like the rest of the village does. Here we get a glimpse of the ugly stepsisters and I can't wait to reread Zombie Cinderella!

 

Anyways, Geppetto is going through the change and infects Hansel & Gretel when the executioner chops his head off. Their change isn't right away. Yes, they start to look different on the outside, which is why their mom wants them to be taken out into the woods, but mentally they haven't changed. That is, until they get their first bite of flesh.

 

If you're a horror and zombie fan then I believe you'll enjoy this short! With a new twist on this classic tale and enticing details, it's like no other. Kevin Richey's work is quite unique and one that makes you crave more if you love the twisted. I loved how the old woman in this short captures the children she wants to eat, this story is definitely not for the weak hearted.

 

Overall Kevin Richey has done it again! I absolutely enjoyed this new take on Hansel & Gretel and I can't wait to read the next zombiefied fairy tale by him!

 

 

 

Will take possession over you

 

 

 

Sweet Readings Everybody!

  



{Cover Reveal} Twisted Lies 2 (Dirty Secrets #2) by Sedona Venez

Twisted Lies 2 (Dirty Secrets #2) by Sedona Venez

Publication Date: May 19th, 2015

Genre: Adult Romance

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~Summary~

 

Sinthia Michaels has nearly lost everything. Unwittingly, she’s signed over the majority of her couture fashion line and lost the support of her retailers in one fell swoop. Behind it all is the one man she is undeniably attracted to.

Core McKay, a wealthy and legitimate businessman, is after one thing only—his mother’s murderer. When his intel leads him to a corrupt politician connected to Sinthia, Core will stop at nothing for his own version of justice—even if that means using Sinthia to get what he wants.

Continuing the story of twisted lies and dirty secrets, Core and Sinthia both have an end game, but their feelings for one another could be their undoing.

 

This book is not intended for readers under the age of 18 due to language and sexual content

 

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~Sequel To~

 

Twisted Lies (Dirty Secrets #1)

 

 

 

~About The Author~

 

 

Sedona Venez is a romance junkie with a dirty mind. She lives in New York City with her hot ex-military hubby—hooah—and their furbaby. She loves writing sizzling, sexy complex stories about strong but broken characters who push boundaries, overcome their fears, and risk it all for love.

To learn more about Sedona Venez and her collection of contemporary and paranormal romance novels, visit her at www.sedonavenez.com

 

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{Cover Reveal} The Summer of Lost Wishes by Jessa Gabrielle

The Summer of Lost Wishes by Jessa Gabrielle 

Release Date: 05/28/15

 

~Summary~

 

 

When sixteen-year-old Piper Davenport's mom packs up their lives and heads to the coastal Florida town of Coral Sands, Piper doesn't care much for the view...until she catches a glimpse at Rooks Carter. 

Her mom's "look but don't touch" policy regarding the boy next door is all but impossible to maintain, especially since he's helping his dad restore Piper's new home, the Calloway Cottage. A gorgeous, shirtless boy makes this boring little town a bit more exciting.

But after Piper and Rooks discover a secret in the walls of the cottage, they have a chance to unravel the biggest mystery in Coral Sands history - unless someone unravels them first. 

~About the Author~
 

Jessa Gabrielle is a young adult author who lives in the land of salt water, palm trees, and sandy shorelines. She believes that summer love is pure bliss and that she was a mermaid in a past life. Her debut, The Summer of Lost Wishes, will be out later this year.
 

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Review: Breaking Away (Breaking #2) by Juliana Haygert

Breaking Away (Breaking #2) by Juliana Haygert

Publication Date: June 10th, 2014

Genre: New Adult Contemporary Romance

Pages: 336

Format: Paperback

Source: Gifted

Read: March 28th to April 9th, 2015

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~Summary~

 

All Beatriz "Bia" Fernandes wants is to prove herself--to her family and friends--though it's hard to prove anything with an overbearing father and three famous polo-playing older brothers. After her acceptance into college results in a heated family argument, the Brazilian girl leaves everything behind to find her own American dream.

College life away from home is perfect until the people she believes to be her friends turn on her. With lies and rumors threatening to suffocate her, Bia turns to her only freedom. Riding.

But one thing gets in the way of her escape. Garrett Blackwell and his bad cowboy attitude. Working at the ranch is his obligation, bugging Bia is his newfound hobby. His thick skin and easy grin don't hide what Bia already knows--this misunderstood and lonely cowboy fights his own demons. Brushing horses' coats and mucking out stalls shouldn't be this sexy, and it isn't long before he becomes a part of her distraction.

However, escaping won't solve her problems, and it's up to Bia to break down the fences around her and prove her strength--not to her family and friends, but to herself ... and for Garrett. Because standing on her own doesn't have to mean standing alone.

Companion novel of Breaking Free. Can be read as a standalone. Genre: NA contemporary romance. Warning: strong language, bullying, sex scenes.

 

 

~My Thoughts~

 

Breaking Away, formally known as Breaking Fences, had me turning page after page! Though I don't feel it was as strong as the first one, Breaking Free, but it was still endearing. Mrs. Haygert has created yet another wonderful tale!

 

Bia feels it's time to finally go her own way and continue her dream of becoming a veterinarian. Choosing to go to a school in Colorado, all alone Bia soon finds out it isn't how she dreamt it would be. The students become taken by this Brazilian woman. Being hated by the women and loved on by the men, Bia is used to this kind of reaction so as time goes on she hopes for things to die down. Sadly, she ended up with the wrong roommate. Her roommate is part of a sorority and the moment I read it was rush week, I knew all hell was going to break loose.Thankfully Bia is a smart woman and turns them down but that doesn't mean they don't try to change her mind, including other sororities trying to swoop in too. Her roommate gets jealous fast at how much attention Bia is getting but she isn't the one truly out for Bia.

 

Enter Audrey, the head of the sorority Bia's roommate is in, notices her ex is a little too entranced by Bia so she uses the Brazilian stereotype to her advantage. However, it backfires and Bia stands up for herself like the strong headed woman she is. But sadly this leads Audrey to spread some rumors. I really love how this series has dealt with two types of bullying so far. It makes them even more appealing I think as it shows you that what you say can really hurt someone and can change the way they live but this also shows you that you can fight back and break away (no pun intended) from the bullying.

 

My god, there's so many aspects to this story and I wish I could talk about it all but I feel like you'd get bored of this review haha. Audrey's ex is a creep and those two really deserve each other. Even though Bia is being portrayed as being a slut thanks to the rumors and stereotypes, she doesn't let the rumors break her down so much that she actually starts to believe she is, I'm really glad she kept standing up for herself when it came to Jonah, Audrey's ex. Every time she did I was really proud of her and going, "You go girl!". It's amazing how absorbed I was in these characters lives, how it felt as if I was right there beside Bia, how truly real this all felt. I felt the pain Bia felt, I felt her heartache, her happiness, her everything. These are the types of books that stay with you long after you read them and which is why the Breaking series is one of my favorites! I'm dying for the third one! In the later chapters you can already see what next couple Mrs. Haygert is going to write about and I'm so excited! I can't wait to be back into this world!

 

Overall Breaking Away was an emotional roller coaster and one I didn't want to end! Though I enjoyed it, I'm sad to say that Garrett the love interest just didn't sweep me off my feet completely. There were moments I got swept up but by him as a whole, I felt like he was holding back. I didn't feel like he was really in the picture enough to fall head over heels for him. Yes, you learn quite a lot about him but him as a person, I felt he was holding back. I think what's between the two of them is more of a blooming romance (even with the sex scenes, they were still holding back) and once they finally find out the truth of what Garrett is hiding and months have gone by, do we really start to see the beginning of a serious relationship. Other than that, I truly loved Bia's story and it was so good to be back in this world!   

 

 

 

 

 

Sweet Readings Everybody!

 



{Cover Reveal} Girlfriends of Gotham Series (#1-3) by Delancey Stewart

Men & Martinis (Girlfriends of Gotham #1) by Delancey Stewart

Publication Date: April 15th 2015

Genre: New Adult Romantic Comedy

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~Summary~

 

It’s 1998…and New York City just might not be prepared for the Girlfriends of Gotham...

Natalie Pepper knows almost nothing about New York City, except that it’s far, far away from her home in California. When she packs up everything she owns and moves there on a whim, luck is on her side. She stumbles into a promising marketing job in the developing Internet industry and finds herself surrounded by poised and polished men who are nothing like the guys she knew back home.

One guy stands out from the rest… CJ: All-American hunk and genuine good guy. But they work together, and giving in to their mutual attraction could put Natalie’s sparkly new world at risk, so she resolves to look, but not to touch.

Natalie’s new friend Candace Kanie has no such concerns. From the barroom to the boardroom, she’s used to getting exactly what she wants, and her no-crap attitude ensures that nothing gets in her way. But when she meets Damon, the notorious playboy at Natalie’s company, she finds that her take-no-prisoners style might not be as effective in the romantic realm.

Frustrated and often irrational, Candace pushes for what she wants until something’s gotta give. And when it does, she realizes that the one thing she might not do better than anyone else is change.

The first book about the loves, lives, and laughter of a group of friends finding their way in the city is a laugh-out-loud romantic comedy full of Men and Martinis!

 

Pre-order: Amazon

 

 

Highballs in the Hamptons (Girlfriends of Gotham #2) by Delancey Stewart

Genre: New Adult Romantic Comedy

 

Pre-order: Amazon

 

 

 

Cosmos & Commitment (Girlfriends of Gotham #3) by Delancey Stewart

Genre: New Adult Romantic Comedy

 

 

 

~About The Author~

 

 

Delancey Stewart writes contemporary romance.

Stewart has lived on both coasts, in big cities and small towns. She’s been a pharmaceutical rep, a personal trainer and a direct sales representative for a French wine importer. But she has always been a writer first.

A military spouse and the mother of two small boys, her current job titles include pirate captain, monster hunter, Lego assembler and story reader. She tackles all these efforts at her current home outside Washington D.C.

 

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{Cover Reveal} Illuminate (The Light Key Trilogy #3) by Tracy Clark

Illuminate (The Light Key Trilogy #3) by Tracy Clark 

Release Date: 10/06/15

Entangled Teen

320 pages

 

~Summary~
 

Can one girl be the light in a world spiraling toward darkness?

Haunted by the loss of her loved ones, Cora Sandoval, one of the remaining few of an extraordinary race known as Scintilla, holds the key to disentangling the biggest conspiracy in human history...and its link to the fate of the human race. As Cora follows a trail of centuries-old clues and secrets, she collides with a truth not only shocking, but dangerous. 

With enemies both known and unknown hot on her trail, Cora must locate each of the ancient clues hidden in the art, religions, and mythologies of humankind. And through it all, she must keep her heart from being torn apart by the two boys she loves most. One is Scintilla, one is Arazzi. 

 Save herself. Save the Scintilla. Save the world.

Or die trying…
 

Books in this series:

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Buy Links for Scintillate:

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Buy Links for Deviate:

Amazon│Barnes & Noble

~About the Author~

 

 

Tracy Clark is a young-adult writer because she believes teens deserve to know how much they matter and that regardless of what they’re going through, they aren’t alone. In other words, she writes books for her teen self.

 

She grew up a “Valley Girl” in Southern California but now lives in her home state of Nevada, in a small town at the base of the Sierra Foothills. Her two children teach her the art of distraction and are a continuous source of great dialogue. She’s an unapologetic dog person who is currently owned by a cat.

 

Tracy was the recipient of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) Work in Progress Grant. A two-time participant in the prestigious Nevada SCBWI Mentor Program where she was lucky enough to be mentored by bestselling author, Ellen Hopkins, who taught her so much about the art of writing and cured her of her ellipsis addiction.

 

Her debut novel was inspired by her enchantment with metaphysics as a teen, seeing it as the real magic in life. Tracy is a part-time college student, a private pilot, and an irredeemable dreamer.

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