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Book Review: Sparks of Light by Janet B Taylor


Today I'm sharing my review for Sparks of Light by Janet B Taylor.

About the book:

“The perfect blend of mystery, sci-fi, action, cute guys, romance, history and gorgeous Scotland.” —Justine magazine on Into the Dim 

For the first time in her life, Hope Walton has friends . . . and a (maybe) boyfriend. She’s a Viator, a member of a long line of time-traveling ancestors. When the Viators learn of a plan to steal a dangerous device from the inventor Nikola Tesla, only a race into the past can save the natural timeline from utter destruction. Navigating the glitterati of The Gilded Age in 1895 New York City, Hope and her crew will discover that high society can be as deadly as it is beautiful.
 
In this sequel to the dazzling time-travel romance Into the Dim, sacrifice takes on a whole new meaning as Hope and Bran struggle to determine where—or when--they truly belong.


Watch the video for my full review:


Grab your copy at http://amzn.to/2nj5PwA
Book Review: Seven Days to Goodbye by Sheri S Levy @SheriSLevy


Today I'm sharing my review for Seven Days To Goodbye by Sheri S Levy.



The author sent me a free copy. In case you missed the unboxing you can watch it now ;)






Watch the video for my full review:




Grab your copy at http://amzn.to/2mmYQP4
Featured at: The Indie View #AuthorInterview #KOSMOS


Today I'm hosted over at http://www.theindieview.com/2017/04/15/indieview-with-jo-linsdell-author-of-gunpowder-kosmos-book-2/ for an interview. the Indie View had some great questions for me about the KOSMOS series, writing, publishing, and a bit about myself as well. I hope you'll check it out and encourage you to leave a comment on the post and share it on social media too.

Featured at: The Indie View #AuthorInterview #KOSMOS


I also wanted to remind you all that you can grab a FREE copy of The Pendant (episode one in the KOSMOS series) today on Amazon at http://amzn.to/2oi3KNE. 

The #KOSMOS series by Jo Linsdell #PreTeen #TimeTravel #Books

KOSMOS Book Blitz

Today is the Book Blitz for KOSMOS. I hope you'll all take part and help spread the word about this series.

Both The Pendant (Episode 1) and Gladiator (Episode 3) of my KOSMOS serial fiction are available for FREE today from all Amazon sites. Please download and post a quick review once you've read them.

The Pendant http://amzn.to/2obD0Po
Gladiator http://amzn.to/2otuwEf

Everyone who posts a photo featuring the book covers to their blog/social media and either tags me in the post or sends me the link gets Gunpowder (Episode 2) for free. Can be a picture of you reading it or an instagram book feature type photo.

KOSMOS Book Blitz


Here's some posts from the website where you can pull information and graphics to use in blog posts/social media posts for the blitz:
Info and links for Gladiator free today http://www.jolinsdell.com/…/grab-your-copy-of-gladiator-for…

Media Kit info for The Pendant (Episode 1) http://www.jolinsdell.com/2017/02/its-release-day.html
Media Kit info for Gunpowder (Episode 2) 
http://www.jolinsdell.com/…/…/gunpowder-its-release-day.html

Media kit info for Gladiator (Episode 3) http://www.jolinsdell.com/…/release-day-gladiator-kosmos-ep…
Pre-order info for Pyramids (Episode 4)
http://www.jolinsdell.com/…/pyramids-kosmos-episode-4-is-av…


So far the day is off to a good start... both The Pendant and Gladiator are in the best sellers lists on Amazon :)

Gladiator, Amazon Best Seller #KOSMOS
Gladiator

The Pendant, Amazon Best Seller #KOSMOS
The Pendant
I've set up an event page for the blitz over on Facebook which you can find at https://www.facebook.com/events/222745021540058/

Thanks again for your support.

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#AuthorInterviews: Talking about KOSMOS, Writing, & More with @This_Is_Writing & @lindaph

I'm touring the web to spread the word about my serial fiction KOSMOS. Today I wanted to share with you two of my latest interviews where I talk about Gunpowder (KOSMOS Episode Two).

Author Interviews: Talking about KOSMOS, Writing, and More


The first is at https://womanontheedgeofreality.com/2017/03/16/meeting-jo-linsdell-author-of-gunpowder/, where I was interviewed by Linda Parkinson-Hardman.

#AuthorInterview: Talking about KOSMOS, Writing, & More with @lindaph

The second is at http://thisiswriting.com/interview-author-jo-linsdell/, where I was interviewed by Scott Mullins.

#AuthorInterview: Talking about KOSMOS, Writing, & More with @This_Is_Writing

I hope you'll drop by and check them out.
Book Review: Whitehall Episode 1- Embarkations


Today I'm sharing my review for Whitehall Episode 1- Embarkations.

Disclosure: I got sent a free copy by the publisher via Net Galley

About the book:

England gets a new queen in the first episode of Whitehall, an episodic royal tale full of true history and sensual intrigue, new from Serial Box Publishing. 

Winds of change carry a young Portuguese princess towards her destiny as the sun rises on Whitehall. Sheltered but curious, Catherine of Braganza arrives in her new English home full of eager excitement, but what this pious foreigner’s arrival will mean for the Merry Monarch she is to wed – and the mistress who holds his heart – is what everyone is talking about. 

This episode is brought to you by Liz Duffy Adams and Delia Sherman, who know every embarkation is an adventure about to happen. 

Watch the video for my full review:



You can grab season one here: http://amzn.to/2n1f6sK
UK Book Hauls


I've been away on a family holiday to the UK and, of course, ended up buying some books. 

Here's what I got for myself:


And this is what the kids got:




Grab Your Copy of Gladiator for Free! #FreeRead #KOSMOS #TimeTravel #PreTeen


Today I wanted to let you know about another special offer I've organised for you. From 10th - 14th April Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3) will be FREE from ALL Amazon sites. 

Grab your copy now


US: http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

CA: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

AU: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

IT: https://www.amazon.it/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

DE: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

FR: https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

ES: https://www.amazon.es/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

IN: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

NL: https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

JP: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

BR: https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

MX: https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

Spread the word


Let others know about this special offer by clicking on the click-to-tweet below:

Read Gladiator (#KOSMOS Episode 3) for #FREE 10th-14th April 2017 http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b @jolinsdell #Kindle #TimeTravel

Reviews matter


Once you've read the book, please take a moment to post a quick review to the sales page on Amazon. It will only take you a minute but will help activate Amazon's algorithms and get the book seen by more readers. I also love to hear what you think of my books ;)

Not sure what to write? Here's some prompts to make it easier:

- What did you like about the book?
- Who do you think would enjoy reading this book? (Age group, interests, etc...)
- Which is your favourite book in the series so far?
- What did you think of the characters? 
- Which character did you like most? Why?

As always, thank you for your support. You are awesome! 

Grab Your Copy of Gladiator for Free! 10th-14th April 2017 #Free #KOSMOS #TimeTravel

Book Review: The 48 Hour Start Up by Fraser Doherty


Today I'm sharing with you my review of 48 Hour Start Up by Fraser Doherty. 

Disclosure: I got sent a free copy by the publisher via Net Galley

About the book:

Fraser Doherty’s 48-Hour-Start-Up is your handy and essential cheat sheet to starting your own business giving the key steps for developing an idea and getting it to market quickly.

My rating: 4 stars

Watch the video for my full review: 


You can get a copy here: http://amzn.to/2mj3T32
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Available on #KindleUnlimited and #AmazonPrime


Pyramids (KOSMOS Episode 4) Is Available For Pre-Order


Pyramids (KOSMOS Episode 4) is available for pre-order from all Amazon sites.

About the book:


Matt finds himself in Egypt where he makes friends with a group of slaves. Whilst trying to help them escape he discovers a clue that might help him get back home. Does the pyramid hold the secret of the pendant? 

This is the 4th episode of KOSMOS, a serial fiction of 12 episodes. A new episode of this time travel adventure will be published on the 1st of each month.

Order your copy now at http://amzn.to/2nqIXew



Release date: 1st May 2017

Click to tweet:

Pyramids (#KOSMOS Episode 4) is available now for pre-order http://amzn.to/2nqIXew #SerialFiction #TimeTravel #PreTeen #TeenRead
Release Day: Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3)

Please help me celebrate the launch of Gladiator by sharing about the book on your blog/social media. I've included a variety of content here for you to use for easy copy and paste. Once you've published your post just let me know the link and I'll promote it everywhere. You help me spread the word about Gladiator, I bring traffic to your site. It's a win-win :)

If you'd like a unique interview or guest post please get in touch, and I'll be happy to create one for you.

Release Day: Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3)


Title: Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode Three)

Author: Jo Linsdell

About the series:

KOSMOS is a serial fiction of 12 episodes. A new episode of this time travel adventure will be published on the 1st of each month. 

About the book:

This is the 3rd episode of KOSMOS, a serial fiction of 12 episodes. A new episode of this time travel adventure will be published on the 1st of each month. 

Matt finds himself in ancient Rome during the inaugural games for the Coliseum. Mistaken for a young gladiator, he fights to stay alive whilst searching for a way back home.

Grab your copy now


US: http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b

UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

CA: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

AU: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

IT: https://www.amazon.it/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

DE: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

FR: https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

ES: https://www.amazon.es/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

IN: https://www.amazon.in/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

NL: https://www.amazon.nl/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

JP: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

BR: https://www.amazon.com.br/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ

MX: https://www.amazon.com.mx/dp/B06XCW6ZSQ


  • ASIN: B06XCW6ZSQ

Release Day: Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3) by Jo Linsdell


About the Author:
Jo Linsdell is the author of numerous books, including; The Pendant, Gunpowder, How To Be Twittertastic, Virtual Book Tours: Effective Online Book Promotion From the Comfort of Your Own Home, Italian for Tourists, A Guide to Weddings in Italy, Out and About at the Zoo,  Fairy May and The Box. She is also the illustrator of the A Birthday Clown for Archer series (written by Kathy Mashburn) and the Jasmine Dreams series (written by Maria Rochelle).

She is the founder and CEO of Writers and Authors and Promo Day. Linsdell studied A-levels in Business Studies, History and Art and has won several awards in her career. She was named the Who's Who in the writing industry in 2009.

Connect with the author: 

Website:www.JoLinsdell.com
Amazon: http://amzn.to/2kR52Sa
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/jolinsdell
Twitter: www.Twitter.com/JoLinsdell
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/JoLinsdell
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jolinsdell
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolinsdell/
Pinterest: https://it.pinterest.com/jolinsdell/
Google+: https://plus.google.com/u/0/+JoLinsdell

Release Day: Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3) by Jo Linsdell


Spread the word


Let others know about Gladiator by clicking on the click-to-tweets below:

Check out Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3) http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b #PreTeen #TimeTravel #SerialFiction

Grab your copy of Gladiator (#KOSMOS Episode 3) by @jolinsdell http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b #books #TBR
The #timetravel adventure continues in Gladiator (#KOSMOS Episode 3) by @jolinsdell http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b #TeenRead #serialfiction
Check out Gladiator (#KOSMOS Episode 3) by @jolinsdell http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b #NewRelease #BookLovers 

In Gladiator (#KOSMOS Episode 3) by @jolinsdell Matt finds himself in ancient Rome. http://amzn.to/2mI6g2b #ShortStory


Sample Interview

What genre are your books?
KOSMOS is a time travel, pre-teen, serial fiction.

Tell us about your latest book
KOSMOS is a serial fiction of 12 episodes. A new episode of this time travel adventure will be published on the 1st of each month. My latest release is Gladiator which is episode three in the series. In this book the main character, Matt, finds himself in ancient Rome during the inaugural games for the Coliseum. Mistaken for a young gladiator, he fights to stay alive whilst searching for a way back home.

What made you pick this location?
I live in Rome so it just seemed natural to have one of the books in the series based here. When I'm surrounded by so much history every day it would be a shame not to use it. One of the first jobs I did when I moved here was a tour guide for the Coliseum. It's one of my favourite places here in Rome. 

As the KOSMOS series was written for my nine year old son I also wanted to make sure it had things that would grab his interest. Featuring a place he knows well, but with a twist, did the trick. He loved imagining what it would have been like all those years ago with the gladiators.

Who is your favourite character in your book and why?
I love the character of Alexia. She's a real force of nature. I wanted her to be strong, and really kick-ass. She says what she thinks too. She's basically an anti-Princess type of character. 


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Release Day: Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3)

Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3) by @jolinsdell #book #SerialFiction #TimeTravel

Gladiator (KOSMOS Episode 3) by @jolinsdell #Quote #SerialFiction #TimeTravel

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