Living With Depression Book Tour, Giveaway & Review

 

 

Book Details:
Book Title:  Living with Depression by Deborah Serani
Category:  Adult Non-Fiction (18+), 254 pages
Genre:  Self-Help, Psychology
Publisher:  Rowman & Littlefield
Release date:   September 11, 2023
Content Rating:  PG: Trigger issues like suicide and non suicidal self injury. Choice words used but rarely.

Book Description:
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In the fully updated second edition of Living with Depression, Serani outlines the various forms of depression, describes the different treatments, and outlines methods for living with depression and getting the help you or a loved one needs. However, since the first edition was published, much has changed in the landscape of depression including diagnostic aspects, new disorders, treatments and research, and Deborah Serani covers it all. Tips on how to choose a good therapist, negotiate the labyrinth of healthcare, and minimize stigma are addressed, as is learning how to use biology and biography as tools of empowerment. There is no other book that offers what Living with Depression – giving readers a dual perspective of what it’s like to know depression as a clinician and as a patient.

Buy the Book:
Rowman Littlefield
Amazon ~ B&N ~ Indiebound

Meet the Author:  
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Dr. Deborah Serani is a psychologist, professor and an award-winning author, writing about psychological issues. Serani has books published in several genres including non-fiction, self-help, children's picture books and fiction.

Connect with the author:  ​​website ~twitter ~facebook ~ instagram ~ goodreads

Enter the Giveaway:

LIVING WITH DEPRESSION by Deborah Serani Book Tour Giveaway

My Review:

I am so happy to have had the chance to read this book. I love the fact that a psychologist that has actually experienced this darkness is the one that wrote it. I loved that she shared her own experiences as someone who suffered depression as well as giving insight into the disease from the clinical side as well. I was glued to this book while experiencing many emotions as someone that continues to struggle with Major Depressive Disorder. It never felt preached with just suggestions on what do do if you are dealing with it, and this would be a great book to share with friends and family members so they can get a better idea of what someone actually goes through. I highly recommend this book.

Book Tour & Giveaway: Beverly Bonnefinche Is Dead by Kristen Seeley

 

 

Join us for this tour from Oct 2 to Oct 20, 2023!
Book Details:

Book Title:  Beverly Bonnefinche is Dead by Kristen Seeley
Category:  Adult Fiction (18 +), 388 pages
Genre:  Women's / Book Club Fiction
Publisher:  Rising Action Publishing
Release date:   September 5, 2023
Content Rating:  PG + M Please review content warnings in blurb.

Author's Note: Books should always bring pleasure, and never cause harm, for this reason if you have any content that may be harmful to your mental wellbeing, I encourage you to visit https://mariestill.com/contentwarnings to ensure Beverly’s story is one you wish to read.

Please know that you are never alone. If you are in crisis or in need of someone to speak with, please reach out for help.

Below are the crisis lines. US readers dial 988 UK readers, text SHOUT to 85258 Canadian readers (youth) call 1-888-668-6810 or text WELLNESS to 686868; Canadian readers (adults) call 1-866-585-0445 or text WELLNESS to 741741. Wherever you are, there are people who care, I encourage you to reach out when in need.

Beverly’s story, more than any of my other stories, is a personal one. As a society we get physicals annually, we talk openly about physical diseases, and support those battling them. Mental health isn’t treated with the same care and openness. While we have taken great strides, there is still more work to do. Preventative mental health is a lifesaver. You deserve to be happy just like you deserve to be physically and mentally healthy.

Each person’s journey with a mental health crisis or disorder is different. This story, while completely fictional, has been my way of processing one of the hardest battles I’ve had to fight.

Please show empathy for each other, you never know what demons someone is fighting internally, or if they are fighting a battle for someone they love very much.

​Take care of yourself and those around you. No matter how different and unique your mind is, you, like Beverly, are perfect the way you are.

XOXO, Marie (aka Kristen Seeley)

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"Beautifully written, Seeley delivers a brave and poignant tale that is unforgettable." - Kim Michele Richardson, NYT bestselling author of The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek series.

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Book Description:
​Socially awkward, anxiety-riddled Beverly Bonnefinche only loves three things in life: her parents, books, and a homeless man named Bill. Without them, the only way Beverly manages to get by each day is with the help of a peculiar coping mechanism that allows her to dissolve her feelings. Yet everything changes for Beverly when she meets Henry, a persistent, friendly man who sees something in Beverly most people have missed. As their relationship develops, despite her best intentions, Beverly soon finds herself stepping outside of her carefully controlled life and forging new friendships.

It’s only when a series of twists and turns threatens to unravel her new life, and her mind, that Beverly must determine if she’s got it in her to stop trudging through life—and finally start living it.

Emotional, witty, and uplifting, Beverly Bonnefinche Is Dead is an unforgettable story of love, loss, friendship, and what it means to ultimately find the courage to be who you are.

​Content Warnings: stillbirth, pregnancy loss, mental health, attempted suicide, suicidal ideation

Buy the Book:
Amazon ~ B&N 
Target ~ Indigo ~ BAM
BookBub ~ Audible
add to goodreads

Meet the Author:

​Lover of books, Kristen spends her time overly caffeinated in front of her computer in the Tampa Bay area with her husband and four children.

Kristen's debut novel, Beverly Bonnefinche is Dead was selected by Barnes & Noble as a Top Indie Favorites August/September 2023 Kristen Seeley is the pen name of Marie Still (which she writes suspense/thrillers under)

connect with the author:  website ~ newsletter ~ X ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ tiktok 
​~ pinterest ~ goodreads

Enter the Giveaway:

Beverly Bonnefinche is Dead Book Tour Giveaway

Tour Kickoff - The Little Book Of Strange Tales by J.B. Ogg

 

The Little Book of Strange Tales

By J.B. Ogg 

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💀Horror Anthology

💀Horror Short Stories

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THE LITTLE BOOK OF STRANGE TALES is the debut

literary release from Maryland author J.B. Ogg. An avid fan of

horror and thriller authors such as Stephen King and Dean Koontz, this offering of seven original stories carrying readers through the range of emotions is sure to make hairs stand up and hearts pump harder as palms get sweaty while the pages keep turning. “I had to get these stories out of my head before they moved to my hands,” the entrepreneur and Tennessee native joked. “I’ve always been a fan of the macabre genre and how, in ever story, somebody gets killed. I wrote these stories years ago, and after recently finding them again and retyping them, editing as I went, I felt like now was the time to put them out.”

His hope is to inspire other lovers of exciting reads to pen their

own, while also introducing new readers to his own contributions. A beloved volunteer and mentor to youth, J.B. Ogg is an avid pet

lover and family man. He is also a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, INC.

"I read the whole book in one sitting! I couldn't put it down. The stories were so weird and shocking, yet very entertaining! It's a great book! - C. Floyd

"The book was interesting and kept my attention. J.B. Ogg is crazy and demented!" - D. Allen

"The 1st chapter was intriguing, Revenge was my favorite, The family business was epic! I was sucked in from chapter 1. I started reading and couldn't stop. I'm a fan!" -LT Anderson

A cesarean! The doctors had said that the delivery could be possible if they performed a cesarean section. I don't give a damn if they perform a cesarean or not; I'm not having this damn thing. What kind of freak would it be-the both of us, main attractions at some fucking sideshow?

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About The Author:

J.B. OGG is a promising newcomer to the Macabre and horror literary scene, known for his debut work, "The Little Book Of Strange Tales." With a passion for the eerie and unsettling, he has already outlined nearly 20 spine-chilling short stories for future projects and embarked on a captivating novel that promises to plunge readers into the depths of fear.



His fascination with the macabre began with a nightmare that left him simultaneously terrified and exhilarated, setting him on a lifelong quest to evoke those emotions in others. Drawing inspiration from movies, literature, and hair-raising real-life encounters, J.B. OGG has honed his talent for crafting tales that send shivers down the spine.



As a former life coach and counselor, he possesses a unique ability to delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche, enriching his narratives with psychological depth and complexity. This skill allows him to create characters and scenarios that linger in readers' minds long after they've turned the last page.



Beyond his literary pursuits, J.B. OGG is a spiritualist, devoting his time to meditation and the study of metaphysical science, adding layers of mystique to his writing. He is a dedicated advocate for animals and takes pride in his roles as a father and grandfather.



Prepare to be enthralled and terrified by J.B. OGG's dark and thought-provoking tales that plumb the depths of human fear and curiosity.

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The Prime Suspect by Lauren Carr

 

 

Book Details:

Book Title:  The Prime Suspect (A Sam MacKade PI Mystery) by Lauren Carr
Category:  Adult Fiction (18 +), 430 pages
Genre:  Mystery
Publisher:  Acorn Book Services
Release date:   Oct 26, 2023
Tour dates: Sep 5, to Oct 11, 2023
Content Rating:  PG-13 (Lauren Carr's books are murder mysteries, so there are murders involved. Occasionally, a murder will happen on stage. There is sexual content, but always behind closed doors. Some mild swearing (a hell or a damn few and far between). No F-bombs!

"Carr is a master at creating unique, complex plots and colorful characters..." - Marilyn R. Wilson, Author, Speaker, Book Reviewer

"Lauren Carr is among my favorite mystery writers. She knows how to write a fun tale while keeping readers engaged. ..." - Amy Campbell, Locks Hooks and Books

"I am, bottom line, amazed at the giant step that places Carr comparable to significant authors whose name slips off our tongues like, for instance, Nora Roberts. Watch this author--she's moving quickly to where her goals are headed..." - review by Glenda Bixler, Book Readers Heaven

​Lauren Carr is a master storyteller who combines the humor of Janet Evanovich and the investigative skills of Patricia Cornwell. She is always at the top of my reading list." - review by Sherry Fundin, Fundinmental, As Eye See It

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Book Description:
​Two murders with one common denominator. Both victims betrayed Bryce Greyson. How could she not be the prime suspect?

Four years after Bryce’s cheating husband is gunned down, her boyfriend-stealing former roommate’s remains are found buried under a statue at her alma mater.

Declared the prime suspect by both detectives and the media, Bryce has no choice but to hire someone to clear her name.

Enter Sam MacKade, private eye.
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To solve two murders, the former police K-9 officer and his canine partners must sift through the clues and the lies to reveal the true prime suspect.

Buy the Book:
(available for pre-order)
Amazon 

Meet the Author:

​Selling over half a million books worldwide, Lauren Carr is the international best-selling author of the Mac Faraday, Lovers in Crime, Thorny Rose, Chris Matheson Cold Case Mysteries, and Nikki Bryant Cozy Mysteries—thirty titles across five fast-paced mystery series filled with twists and turns!

Book reviewers and readers alike rave about how Lauren Carr seamlessly crosses genres to include mystery, suspense, crime fiction, police procedurals, romance, and humor. 

The owner of Acorn Book Services and iRead Book Tours, Lauren is also a publishing manager, consultant, and virtual book tour coordinator for independent authors.  

Lauren is a popular speaker who has made appearances at schools, youth groups, and author panels at conventions. 

She lives with her husband, and two spoiled rotten German shepherds on a mountain in Harpers Ferry, WV. 

connect with the author:  website ~ amazon ~ facebook ~ instagram ~ twitter 
​~ pinterest

Enter the Giveaway:

THE PRIME SUSPECT by Lauren Carr Spotlight Tour Giveaway

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𝘼𝙪𝙧𝙤𝙧𝙖 𝘽𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙬 𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙫𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙪𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣. 𝘽𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙡𝙚𝙛𝙩 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙙𝙚𝙚𝙥-𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙪𝙚𝙨.  

Enduring rough living conditions became second nature. With her shield of sarcasm and a tenacity of amour, Rory’s gut had never failed her. That was until she landed in a small town with a passion for bourbon, horse-racing, and the Jordan brothers.

The walls of her new foster home were abundant but brimmed with secrets of their own. She knew biding her time until her eighteenth birthday wouldn’t be easy. 𝗨𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝘀𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗻𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗯𝗼𝗿𝘀, 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗝𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗻.

𝙒𝙝𝙚𝙣 𝙖 𝙟𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙮 𝙨𝙚𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙩 𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙨, 𝙍𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙞𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙙𝙙𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙚.

The most paramount decision she’s ever been faced with was choosing between two boys. Each claiming a little bit of her heart for unique reasons. Amidst the chaos that surrounded her, she found beauty in the boisterous laughter one brought and the myriad of feelings the other made her feel.

𝙀𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙙𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙨𝙝𝙚’𝙙 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙝𝙖𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙖 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙡𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙣𝙤 𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨. 𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙩, 𝙍𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙚.

𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙥𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙢.

My Review:

This was a quick read and really makes you feel. You learn just how messed up the foster system is and you really feel for Rory and Lonnie. Rory is such a strong young lady, and when she meets the Jordan brothers, the chaos really begins. I loved this a lot, it was very sweet and those boys were awesome. This is my firsttime with this author, but I really enjoyed this read and will definitely look forward to more from her. Definitely recommend this read for anyone who loves a little chaos!

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I Am The River by Kelly Romo

 

Welcome to the tour for I Am the River by Kelly Romo. This is the bone-chilling sequel to Dead Drift. Read on for more details!

I Am the River (A Whitewater Thriller)

Publication Date: June 15, 2023

Genre: Thriller/ Serial Killer

HE is the river. HE takes who he wants and releases who HE wants.

Ashely Covington struggles to raise her three young daughters on what little life insurance is left from her husband’s death while fighting a woodland fire. Her family does not have the resources to help her, so they pressure her to move on to find a new husband and a father for her girls.

Emmy Jenkins knows what it feels like to have a serial killer come after her. She escaped HIM twice. Emmy and Brian must start over in a new town, away from the tragic events and the killer’s family. Unfortunately, HE escapes custody. The authorities think the killer committed suicide by drowning himself in the river. They do not locate his body, but they do find a girl drowned in Elk Lake. Her death is ruled an accidental drowning, but Emmy knows HE is still alive. And HE is coming for her.

To prove himself worthy of immortality, HE follows the river to its source in the Cascade Mountains, where HE will accept whatever the headwaters offer. Suddenly, his destiny is revealed when the perfect nymph with three little girls appears on the shore.

Now Available Here

Dead Drift (Whitewater Thriller #1)

Publication Date: May 15, 2022

Genre: Thriller/ Serial Killer

Two teenage girls on the run with fake IDs and a beater car…what could go wrong?

Emmy has always been impulsive. She is no longer a minor and has aged out of foster care. When her best friend, Amber, is the target of a perverted uncle who lives in the basement of her group home, they plan her escape.

They head for Canada, where Amber will be safe, and the foster care system can no longer control their lives. When they come across a whitewater rafting brochure, they decide to take a detour for one last adventure before leaving the country. Emmy and Amber have no idea it will be a decision that will forever change their fates.

The rafting town is so far in the middle of nowhere that Emmy’s car radio catches nothing but static. They consider turning around until a truck pulls up, loaded with hot whitewater rafting guides and rubber rafts–just the fun they were looking for. Ignoring every instinct, they turn off the pavement and follow the truck down an isolated dirt road. They end up in Lodell, the town where a girl went missing the previous summer…and she will not be the last.

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About the Author

Kelly Romo grew up in California but has lived in Oregon for over twenty-five years. She teaches writing, literature, and social studies. She is the mother of three grown children: Brittany, Brennan, and Ryan. She is an avid outdoorswoman who loves to kayak, hike, and fish.

Kelly has a Master of Fine Arts in Writing (Fiction) and a Master of Arts in Teaching, both from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon USA.

For more information, please visit Kelly’s website at http://www.kellyromo.com

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June 26^th

http://rrbooktours – Kick-off

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June 27^th

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June 28^th

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