Authors of UtopYA Ultimate Giveaway!!

Authors of UtopYA Ultimate Giveaway

The countdown has been going on for months, and now it’s almost time! 

One of the most fun conventions of the year is about to happen, and some of your favorite authors attending UtopYA want to celebrate. We’ve gotten together, and have some amazing prizes that you’re not going to want to miss out on.

2 Ways to win prizes! 1) for those attending and 2) for those that are NOT

1) Ultimate Swag Pack Giveaway (for those attending UtopYA)

True reading fans love to collect goodies from their favorite authors, but this giveaway takes that to the next level! If you’re going to UtopYA this year, you’re going to want to get your hands on this Ultimate Swag Pack. Some of your favorite authors have gotten together to give you their very best swag. I’m not talking about a signed bookmark (although those are included)—this prize pack includes the following:

·        Leather bracelet from Tiffany King

·        “Grant’s Cupcake” tee shirt from Sarah M Ross

·        Lavender/Spearmint bath salts from Heather Self

·        “Nick Rocks my World” mug and bath soaps from Ella James

·        Skull Necklace and other prizes from Amy Jones

·        Keychain from Morgan Wylie

·        Signed mini-poster and other prizes from Quinn Loftis

·        Custom USB loaded with books and Necklace from Laura Elliott

·        Modified Swag Pack from CA Kunz

·        Estilorian Swag Pack from Raine Thomas

·        Bracelet from SR Johannes

·        Archers of Avalon tote bag and coffee mug from Chelsea Fine

And that’s just part of the prizes you can win!  So now that you’re salivating and reaching out your “gimme, gimme” hands, you’re probably wondering HOW TO ENTER... 

We’re giving you a few options:

1.   Make a video hyping UtopYA and the authors of UtopYA. Then, post this video on FB or Twitter and email it to sarah@sarahmross.com (so we don’t accidentally miss it in the Twitterverse. This video can be short and sweet – basically telling people that UtopYA is coming and about the amazing authors that are going.

2.   Make a FB banner or meme hyping UtopYA and the authors of UtopYA. This is the same concept of the video, but for the more camera shy folks out there. Then, change it to your banner and email it to sarah@sarahmross.com to have your entry counted.

*We’re not giving a whole lot of instruction on how to do this on purpose. We want you to be creative! Get those juices flowing! Want to make a Utop rendition of “Call Me Maybe”? Or post a video of you stalking your favorite authors before you stalk them in real life at Utop? A meme of Grumpy Cat at Utop with the authors? The possibilities are endless! But make it creative! All the participating authors will vote on the one that WOW’s us the most.  And remember: This part of the contest is open to peeps attending UtopYA only! Prizes to be picked up at UtopYA!!

2) Signed Paperbacks (for those NOT attending UtopYA)

Not able to make it to UtopYA this year? Don’t worry! We have a great giveaway for you too! Enter the Rafflecopter below to win some amazing autographed paperbacks! (Open to US residents only! Sorry!!)

Can’t wait to see you all at UtopYA!!

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June+Summer+Award Nominations = Giveaway!!

It's June... let's celebrate SUMMER!

Silent Orchids has been out almost 1 MONTH... let's CELEBRATE!

AND it has been nominated for not only ONE AWARD but TWO AWARDS at the upcoming conference for YA/NA women writers called UtopYAcon!! (which I have been invited to also be a panelist--YAY!)... LET'S CELEBRATE!!

Since Silent Orchids is nominated for BEST DEBUT NOVEL OF THE YEAR  I want to CELEBRATE by putting it on sale for 99 CENTS for the first week of June to give those who are interested in voting (and everyone else-hehe) a chance to read it at a discount. :) 

~I want to interject here that I am so humbled and honored to have been nominated and especially with the fantastic authors that I am on the list with and categorized with. They are all fabulous and I am so grateful~

I am listed:

#7 Best Book Trailer of the Year

#14 Best Debut Novel of the Year

The voting is open to the public and runs through Sunday, June 9th at 11:59pm. (this has nothing to do with the contest I am about to mention FYI)  Here's the link:

http://freeonlinesurveys.com/app/rendersurvey.asp?sid=rci6xqxikei82x2273471&refer= 

Let's CELEBRATE with a GIVEAWAY!!

Here's how this will work:

I want to celebrate Silent Orchids' being almost 1 month old and all of you who LOVE books and help to share the love by leaving reviews. SO, this giveaway is all about the REVIEW (even if it's only a couple of sentences).

This giveaway will run the ENTIRE MONTH OF JUNE (so if you haven't had time to read Silent Orchids yet, you have time :) If you have already posted a review it will be automatically entered.

To be entered in the contest:

• You need to leave a valid review (again it doesn't have to be long, and be honest-- I want to know what you really think) on a purchase site such as Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Now, I appreciate reviews on Goodreads as well, but to be entered the review cannot be left solely on Goodreads but must also be left on a purchase site (can be the exact same review).
• Then copy the URL link of the review and fill out the simple form (so I know you entered) HERE or on the TAB up above called "Giveaways". There will also be a link on a pinned post on my FB page (FB is not affiliated with this giveaway in any way) MorganWylieBooks
• For an extra entry you can leave a review on ALL 3 (Amazon, BN, & Goodreads)

That's it! Giveaway winner will be chosen at random July 1st.

WHAT'S THE GIVEAWAY??

If the winner is a US resident, they will win a prize pack including a signed ppbk of Silent Orchids (my YA Urban Fantasy), a $10 Amazon or BN gift card, and some surprise exclusive swag!! If the winner is int'l, they will receive a $25 gift card to Amazon or BN!!

BUY LINKS: 99 cents June 1-8

AMAZON

BARNES&NOBLE

KOBO

Silent Orchids and Bookshelf Banter...

Hi Everyone! Thank you for stopping by :)

I was recently interviewed by the FABULOUS Kallie Ross of Bookshelf Banter to talk about my upcoming book release Silent Orchids (The Age of Alandria~ Book#1) and to introduce you to some of my characters and the world they live in.

We had a TON of fun and even brought in a special guest for a fun segment later on. Because the interview was a bit lengthy, we broke up into several installments that I will be sharing with you over the next few weeks as we count down to release day----4WEEKS!! 4 WEEKS!!!

Ahem, I'm composed now.

May 7th *whispers*... Just sayin' ;)

Anyway... we got it all on video. An interview and a blog--a vlog. An intervlog? A vlogerview? (maybe not?)

I hope you enjoyed these and there's MORE TO COME! 

The music is Silent Orchids an original soundtrack created by Steven James Wylie and Blair Masters also going to be available May 7th!!!

In the coming weeks, we'll have some fun with more excerpts from the book and perhaps even a contest... maybe ;) (yes, there will be one).

You can find Kallie at BookshelfBanter.com   and  @BookshelfBanter

On Goodreads? You can add my book to your TBR list :)  Goodreads

New Release! Xander's Chance by Lizzy Ford

On March 22, Lizzy Ford announced the release of "Xander's Chance" (#1, Damian Eternal), a vampire paranormal romance and the first in a spinoff series from the wildly popular War of Gods series. "Xander's Chance" is available from Amazon, Amazon UK, Smashwords and will soon be available from Barnes and Noble, Kobo and iTunes. You can find Xander on Goodreads, too!

Xander's Chance

The most powerful vampire on the planet meets his match in Jessi, a woman immune to his magick - and his charm. As the single-most powerful vampire on the planet, Xander is the ultimate bored predator with too much time on his hands. He manipulates the minds of immortals for fun and bullies around the Gods, while guarding the secret source of his power, a crystal that can wipe out the planet. But beneath the surface, he’s a shrewd creature who learned the brutal lesson of why there must be a balance between good and evil. An unwilling protector of the playthings known as humans, he knows when and where to use his power – and never to let anyone close enough to betray him. It’s easy to do, since he has the power to read the minds of everyone around him. Except for one: Jessi, an innocent looking woman with an unusual talent who shows up unexpectedly in his life. Her sudden appearance is too convenient to be coincidence or chance. Xander determines quickly that she was sent by someone, but he can’t read her mind to discover why. Jessi’s secret – and Xander’s – have the power to forever change the human world. Intrigued by a new sort of challenge, Xander won’t know how much danger he’s in, until he’s placed his fate in the hands of a woman whose betrayal will cost either his heart or his life.

About Lizzy

Lizzy Ford is the author of over seventeen novels written for young adult and adult paranormal romance readers, to include the internationally bestselling “Rhyn Trilogy,” “Witchling Series” and the “War of Gods” series. Considered a freak of nature by her peers for the ability to write and release a commercial quality novel in under a month, Lizzy has focused on keeping her readers happy by producing brilliant, gritty romances that remind people why true love is a trial worth enduring. Lizzy’s books can be found on every major ereader library, to include: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, iBooks, Kobo, Sony and Smashwords. She lives in southern Arizona with her husband, three dogs and a cat.


 Connect with Lizzy! Website, Lizzy Ford Books on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Goodreads, Amazon author page

Cover Reveal! Released by Mia Fox

Today I have the privilege of introducing you to Mia Fox. Her debut novel Released, book one in The Romany Realms is due out April 2013!! This beautiful cover was done by Eden Crane Design and am excited to add this book to my TBR list :) Check it out!!

The discovery of an ancient bottle unleashes a Genie - and the wrath of the Demon Gypsies chasing her...

When Suzette (“Suki”) is released from her bottle by two teen girls, she is more than a bit surprised that a Genie of her calibre is beholden to two average high school students. After dealing with dignitaries and noblemen, however, she believes this will be a welcome break.

Until she discovers the teens’ hidden powers and that one will come to possess the Amulet of Pollox, a necklace that contains the secrets from some of the greatest minds throughout history. Unfortunately, she’s not the only one who notices. The Amulet draws the attention of the two powerful and vengeful Demon Gypsies who have pursued Suki through time and will stop at nothing to snatch the girls and the Amulet.

Suddenly, Suki is not just helping the girls navigate high school crushes, she’s safeguarding them from danger unlike anything they’ve ever known. To make matters more complicated, she must also fight her attraction to James - her protector through the ages - whose sudden arrival threatens her resolve and her heart.  

A time-traveling Genie and her unrequited love...

Demon Gypsies with an insatiable quest for power...

And the teen girls whose existence threatens them all.

This is the world of “Released,” book one of The Romany Realms series by Mia Fox, a Young Adult trilogy featuring elements of paranormal romance and steampunk.

Look for it in April 2013.

Find Mia and stay current with news of her new release:

Twitter   Facebook   Goodreads   Web  

Cover Reveal! Ageless Sea by M.R. Polish

As you know I am pretty excited about this book. Writing it made me very happy and there are lots of smiles and laughs that reflect that. At least I smile or laugh. Anyway.... I am very excited to share with you the very beautiful cover that the very talented Jenny Laatsch made for me. ~ M.R. Polish

Ageless Sea

Gorgeous isn't it!!!!! BUT WAIT, there's more. That's right, but you ask, how can there be more? This is epic as it is. Yes. It is epic, but to make it even better I am releasing the book trailer!

Don't faint! I know so much excited is hard to handle, but clearly I wanted this to be a memory never forgotten lol...

Blurb:

In  a  world  of  magic,  myths  are  real,  and  legends  come  to  life.

Banished  for  a  crime  she  didn’t  commit,  Karis  must  learn  to  live  her  life  alone.   After  many  years,  one  man  is  strong  enough  to  survive  the  cursed  barrier  that  keeps  her  from  leaving  the  island.  She  needs  him  so  she  can  return  to  her  world,  to  change  the  wrongs  against  her,  and  save  her  people  from  the  evil  threatening  to  rule  them.  With  him  by   her  side,  she  feels  the  loneliness  slip  away,  only  to  have  love  take  its  place.

The  weather  was  clear  and  the  day  was  young.  Brady  never  thought  twice  when  he  took  off  in  his  plane.  Surviving  the  crash  onto  the  secluded  island  was  only  the  beginning.  He  didn’t  have  his  memories,  only  pieces  of  his  childhood  that  remained  with  him.  Nothing  that  gave  him  a  reason  to  believe  he  was  different.  He  soon  learns  that  everything  he  thought  were  just  myths,  was  in  reality  only  worlds  away.  Karis  shows  him  a  new  life—one  where  he  fights  beside  her  and  calls  her  his.

Life.  Love.  Death.

Every  day  their  love  grows  deeper,  but  can  they  survive  the  evil  hunting  them?

Ageless Sea

(Blurb is subject to change for the paperback version, will let you know if it does)

Now want me to make this even better??? Alright!

Releasing Early April 2013!

Find M.R. Polish: 

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Cover Reveal! Dreamscape by Christie Rich

I love this cover for Dreamscape, Netherworld book one! I'll be adding this one to my TBR list too! 

Releasing Summer 2013...

Here's the blurb for Dreamscape:

Every night before Amelia falls asleep she makes a wish to dream of him – the man who calls her to their beautiful private oasis, her sanctuary where she is free of her greedy landlord’s threats. But tonight, he will not call Amelia to him. Tonight, another man will step into her world to claim her. Tonight, Amelia’s shattering reality will crumble - and disappear into the Dreamscape…along with her freedom.

When Amelia dreams tonight, her nightmare becomes her new world where Seth is her captor and anything is possible…except escape. Seth needs Amelia to break the curse that binds him to the Dreamscape. He must convince her that she was made to free him, that she was made to join him. 

For if he fails, he will never escape his prison, and he will lose Earth to the Netherworld where the evil Erobos wait to consume the human realm and everything in it. If he fails, Seth will lose the one thing that matters to him: Amelia.

Christie Rich

Biography

I grew up daydreaming about fairytales, and my love for discovering new worlds has never died. I am not one of those writers who always knew I would write. I thought that was what other people did until one day a few years ago, I took a challenge from a friend and typed my first words. My journey has been wonderful, and I cannot imagine a day where I would ever give up writing. My love for reading is what fueled my imagination in the first place and still does. When I am not writing or reading, I am enjoying family time with my husband and two children. I also dabble in painting but writing has taken over my creative time right now.  I hope to get back to it at some point in my life, but I'm not sure when I'll have time for it.  My family and I live in a quiet community in Northern Utah, and I am so thankful for the rich life I have been blessed with.

Where you can find Christie:

Website  l  Blog  l  Goodreads  l  Pinterest  l  Twitter  l Facebook

Cover Reveal! Colour Wielders by Dawna Raver

Today, I want to share with you the cover of book one in a new NA (new adult) fantasy series called Heirs of The Magykal Realm Series by Dawna Raver. I love fantasy so I will be adding this to my TBR list.

This is Colour Wielders

Behind the Mysts, hidden from Mortal eyes, is a land where Gods and creatures of myth and legend dwell. And in the Mortal Realm, their Princess lives.

Quinn Sinclair is clueless to who she is. She thinks she's an ordinary young woman—well, mostly ordinary—living an ordinary life with her less than loving mother in Conifer, Colorado. On the night of her birthday, Quinn finds herself betrayed by a man who sends her life spinning out-of-control.

As she struggles to pick up the pieces, a vision of a man with haunting tourmaline-blue eyes begs her for help, and she finds herself transported into a Magykal battle forever changing her life.

Arik Morgaine—Demigod bad boy and outcast of the Magykal Realm—tried to avoid contact with Princess Quinn Sinclair for eighteen years, not wanting to make good on an old threat. But the fates have other plans. Arik can no longer deny his growing desire for Quinn, or the need to protect her from those wanting to control her burgeoning powers. Can the two of them come together and save the Magykal Realm from being destroyed by the Darkest of Magyks, or will powers beyond their control destroy them and their world forever?

 Colour Wielders will be available in digital and print formats from Curiosity

Quills Press April 19, 2013. Go to dawnaraver.com for more updates.

Guest Post: Wolf Spell Bloopers from M.R. Polish

Today, I have the privilege of sharing a guest post with you from M.R. Polish. Enjoy some deleted scenes and bloopers from her novel Wolf Spell. I know I did :)


            Wolf Spell Bloopers! With the tour for Wolf Spell getting ready to kick off, I thought we (Ian, Es, Jarak and myself) could let you in on some of the fun and not so fun moments writing Wolf Spell. We had a lot of outtakes, bloopers and deleted scenes. Some of them we swore to never speak of again, but for the purpose of entertainment we have agreed to divulge a couple!

          Deleted Scene

The day was gloomy with white snow clouds hovering over the little town of Elko. I looked out my window to watch as a flock of blackbirds swooped low past my house. I hit another block. Well, I wouldn’t call it a block, more of a disagreement with my character. Seriously, why does Es have to be so complicated and stubborn? I already told her I didn’t want to go there and she ups and does it anyway. Now she thinks she can awaken the witches before book two? Why does she do this to me?

          I stare at my computer screen, watching as the curser blinks like its mocking me. The following is a deleted scene that I promised Es would never make it in the book…

          Ian grabbed the stake and forcefully pushed it in my hand. I wasn’t ready for this. What if something happens and I make the curse worse instead of better?

          “You’ll need it incase a breed gets through the spell.” His eyes were hard set on me, making me want to shrink back.

          Where was Jarak? Shouldn’t he be here with me instead of Ian? My heart pounded hard and I could hear my pulse in my ears. I didn’t really want Ian to leave, I didn’t want Jarak to be the one with me. What was my problem? I shook my head and took a step back, needing some breathing room so I could think clearer.

          I shoved the stake back into his hand. “I don’t need it.”

          “What the hell Es!” His total change in attitude bewildered me. I didn’t know what was wrong.

          He held up his hand… The same one I put the stake in. Only I hadn’t realized how much strength I used and the it was sticking out, completely embedded in his palm. I gasped and went to reach out for him. “Oh my gosh, I am soooo sorry. Let me help.”

          He pulled it out with a groan deep in his throat.  “No, you’ve done enough.”

          I wanted to cry, that wasn’t supposed to happen. Um, M.R. can we start this scene over? Or better yet, can we just delete it altogether? I don’t want to relive this. I’m so humiliated. I can’t believe I did that.

          Blooper from page 127 – chapter 10

          Wimpy witch my ass, all the week’s frustrations I had pent up churned inside me. I’d show him. The sprout grew about an inch and blossoms formed into tiny leaves, letting me know I’d made a connection with it.

          He used his hands to beckon me. “Come on, I have all night for you to make me moan.”

          I busted out laughing. “Moan? I thought your line was; I have all night for you to make me whine. “ I sauntered closer to him, overly swinging my hips to play with him. “But, I can make you whimper and moan if you’d like.”

          “Ah crap. I can’t believe I said that.” He rubbed his hands over his face.

          “Maybe deep down you really want something else,” I continued to tease him. It was too easy. Not that I wouldn’t mind doing that with him instead of training, but it was fun to see him frustrated.

          He threw his head back. “M.R. Can we start that over?”

          I laughed. “I agree, I think Jarak here needs to regroup so he doesn’t moan.”

          Words that made life interesting while writing Wolf Spell….

          Lightening…. Should be lightning… Um ya, sorry about that!

          Dessert… you guessed it, it should be desert… stupid homophones!

          Effect and affect… seriously? Who decided on this crap when making the English language? Where they affected by the stupid mushroom they were smoking? GRRRRR…..

          Blonde VS. Blond … really? Who cares! He/she has freaking yellow hair! LOL

          Had been…. Okay, I can’t go there without crying right now.

          Really, like, very and have… those words follow me everywhere…. I really don’t understand. I have to use them or nothing comes out the way I like. I had a very hard time with it. Okay, not really, but I wanted to use those words very bad! LOL

          Thank you for letting me vent a little about the writing of Wolf Spell…  I hope you had fun laughing at a couple of my experiences and like the book. (trust me there were plenty more!) So far book two is even more interesting and the scenes have been deleted many times!

You are awesome,

M.r. Polish

Wolf Spell

by 

M.R. Polish

ONLY   .99 !!!

         

 Blurb:

With a death starts a new beginning...

Eighteen-year-old Esmerelda thinks she’s just a normal girl, but all of that changes the day of her mom’s funeral, when a warlock, intent on using her special powers, kidnaps her. Powers she didn’t know existed. Thrown in the middle of a magical battle, Es struggles to learn her magic while fleeing both vampires and warlocks, at the same time, hunting for the witches that can help defeat her adversary. The only problem is that they are dead.

Thankfully, she has the help of Jarak—her Guardian—who quickly captures her heart, but she wonders if she can win his? Just when she thinks Jarak is the one for her, Ian appears with daggers drawn to save Es from a vampire attack. Ian is cocky and rude, but there is something magnetic about him—something that attracts her to him. With her heart torn between two men, she faces the foes that are out for her blood. 

Can Es do the unthinkable and awaken them from their graves before time runs out?

Where can you find Wolf Spell? 

 Amazon - Ebook & Paperback!

Barnes and Noble - Ebook & Paperback!

Smashwords - for all ereaders!


Thank you M.R. Polish for sharing with us!!
Morgan

Silent Orchids News and Cover Reveal...

Time for an update...

I have just sent in the last edits back to the editor for final pass then on to formatting! (ok so I am still learning about formatting and will be playing around with that for a bit, but still it's one step closer!!)

Speaking of steps closer, I have a cover reveal date!

EEEEKKK! I'm so excited to show off the cover :0 

MARCH 13TH!!!!!!!!

If you have a blog and are interested in participating in the cover reveal (I would LOVE it btw), please send an email to my publicist who is compiling a master list to ensure everyone gets the right info. Just let her know I sent you :) KPSimmon with InkSlinger PR.

To read the BCB (back cover blurb ;) click HERE

New Release! The Never by Kristina Circelli

I love Peter Pan and Neverland. My daughter is just now old enough to love and appreciate it herself so it's been fun to rediscover that with her. This book by Kristina Circelli sounds fascinating and I will be adding it to my TBR list. A friend recently told me her list was the NEL (Never Ending List) which I will now be adopting as mine just keeps growing-- as all lists of books should :)

The Never

by Kristina Circelli

 Blurb:

“Out of nothing, we create something.”

 

Arianna has spent her entire life being called a dreamer, an artist who created a world no one else can see. And for her entire life, she has taken the medication that keeps that world – and the one who brought her there – at bay.

 

Now an adult, Arianna reawakens that part of herself kept locked away in the darkest corners of her mind. When she hides her medicine from her fiancé’s ever-watchful eye, he returns – the shadow in the night who collects her for an adventure known only in her fantasies.

 

But something is different about this world called The Never. It is no longer the cheerful place filled with light and laughter that she knew as a child. Now, the sea creatures drag their visitors into the depths of murky waters. The natives battle to the death against the tribe of children. And the pirates, led by the feared captain called The Hunter, seek out Arianna for their own sinister plans.

 

As Arianna goes deeper into The Never, she discovers just what her connection to the land means – and must choose between her life rooted in reality, and the world where anything is possible.

Prologue

A Child Dreams

The child sat with her arms crossed, green eyes staring vacantly at the woman before her, mind and imagination in a world not of this realm. The woman, frustrated and bored, watched the girl carefully, tired of this game.
A clock ticked in the background, a steady tick, tick, tick of time that did not exist for the child, but drove the adult to her last frayed nerve. Not even the tranquility of her office, purposely decorated to best set every heart at ease with soft colors and peaceful seascapes, could ease the tension in her shoulders.
“Arianna, we have been through this,” the woman said, speaking the first words of the day. Her voice sounded too high-pitched and nervous, betraying the stern expression her face had settled into. “You cannot keep lying to people. People don’t like lies.”
Those green eyes shifted ever so slightly, latching on to her in an eerie, unsettling way. The woman’s breath caught in her throat, making her next question sound almost frightened. “Can you tell me why you make up these stories?”
The girl hardly moved when she answered. “I don’t tell stories. I tell memories.”
The answer only annoyed the woman more. “Memories of what?”
“Of the land I dream of.”
“And where is this land?” At that, the girl unfolded her arms and slowly raised a hand, curling her fingers until just one was pointing toward the ceiling. “Up? Where is up? Heaven?” The girl only lowered her arm and narrowed her eyes in a way that told the woman exactly what she thought of her. “And who showed you this place?”
“A friend.”
“Does this friend have a name?” The child didn’t answer. “Is he nice to you? Or does he tell you to do bad things?” Another blank stare. “Are you afraid of him?”
“I’m not afraid of my friends.”
“If he is a friend, why does no one else know him?”
“No one else can see him.”
The woman smiled softly, gently touching the girl’s arm. “Because he does not exist.”
“Because they have forgotten how to see,” the child retorted, bitterness in her voice. “He only comes to those who still believe in magic.”
“I see. And who told you to say that?”
“I think for myself.”
The woman sighed, rising to her feet and gesturing to the girl to do the same. “Magic is for children who cannot think for themselves, Arianna. It is time to grow up, and forget these stories. Then you won’t have to see me anymore.” The green eyes locked on her once again, sending a chill down the woman’s back.
“I see you always. But you never see me.”
The girl allowed her mother to tuck her in that night, obeying the soft commands to brush her teeth, put on her pajamas, and slip beneath the sheet. Bedtime was the best time for her, the time when dreams came, when she was visited by memories.
Her mother, a beautiful lady in every sense of the word, pulled up the comforter, smiling down at her daughter. “Tomorrow is a new day, sweetheart,” she said, kissing her on the cheek. She held out her hand. “Here, take this.”
The child looked down at the small blue pill, taking it in her slender fingers. “What is it?”
“To help you sleep,” her mother replied, handing her a glass of water. Not a trace of anger or deception filled her words, as she was a good mother, one who knew what was best for her only child and refused to show distress. “So you won’t have to visit your doctor anymore.” As expected, the oath had her daughter eagerly swallowing the pill, never knowing what truths would come of the broken promises.
“Will I sleep better now?” the girl asked, settling down against her pillows.
“You will sleep like an angel, my beautiful little Arianna, with silk wings and a long, flowing white dress.”
“Will I dream?”
“Of all the most wonderful things in this world.” Her mother leaned over and kissed her daughter on the forehead. “Sweet dreams, my love.”
But on that night, the little girl didn’t dream at all.

Find Kristina and The Never:  Email  Twitter  Facebook  Amazon  B&N