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New #Audiobook Release: ESP Spells Danger in Dark Before Dawn #YA Paranormal Book

Published on April 1, 2013 in Audiobook News. Closed Tags: , , , , , , , , , , .

Are you looking for an audiobook to occupy your kids 12 and up during April vacation or summer break? Perhaps you even enjoy paranormal young adult novels yourself. Dark Before Dawn is a brand new audiobook for Amazon, Audible and iTunes, and I really think that listeners will enjoy it.

Dark Before Dawn

Dawn Christian has been psychic since she was seven years old and has always considered herself an outcast. Even her own mother discourages her talent, so Dawn has kept her abilities quiet and feared a lifetime of loneliness. When she gets involved with a fortuneteller and two teenage girls who share her mysterious perception, Dawn finally belongs to a group. As her intuition strengthens, so does Dawn’s self esteem. However, when she learns her new friends may be tied to two bizarre murders, she has an important choice to make – continue developing the talent that makes her special, or challenge the only people who have ever accepted her.

Cassandra Morris did a wonderful job on the narration. Cassandra has narrated over 80 audiobooks and received multiple awards from Audiofile Magazine and Publisher’s Weekly. Recent awards include two 2011 Earphones Awards from Audiofile Magazine and a 2010 Audie Award Nomination for Outstanding Fiction Narration. Among her credits, Cassandra has narrated books in the Gossip Girl series, Pretty Little Liars series, Disney Fairies series (as Tinkerbell), The Magic School Bus series, Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew series, The Clique series, and Ivy and Bean series, and has narrated biographies for Miley Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers, Selena Gomez and Demi Lovato.

Audiobook now available at:
Audible
Amazon
iTunes

Listen to a sample on Audible.

Watch for my interview on April 3 with Cassandra. Stop by my Audiobooks page for my other books for adults, teens and children.

Reviews from the print/e-book editions:
“A spooky and fast moving plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the shocking end…Stacy Juba is a quite a versatile writer and each of her books carry a unique plot that will capture you from the first page and hold you until the final sentence. Dark Before Dawn is a special book that should not be missed.”
- Fresh Fiction

“Dark Before Dawn is a choice pick for those seeking works of modern fantasy and ESP.”
- The Midwest Book Review

Trick or Treat and Play Bingo at #efestivalofwords for Spooky Books and More!

Published on October 1, 2012 in General News. Closed Tags: , , , , , , .

Do you enjoy spooky books and love Halloween? Do you miss trick or treating? Then have I got an event for you! If you follow me on Facebook or Twitter, you’re going to be seeing a lot of posts relating to Horror Bingo, courtesy of the eFestival of Words Virtual Book Fair Trick or Treat Event. I’m one of several authors participating in this fun event, with my young adult psychic novel Dark Before Dawn. Here is what’s going on during the month of October:

Trick or Treat Contest
Just visit each participating author’s thread in the Event Center and post the words “Trick or Treat”. Each day, we will select one person from our trick-or-treaters to get a coupon code to download the horror anthology Legendary Horrors for free from Smashwords.

Horror Bingo
Sign up to get your free Horror Bingo card, and visit the Event Center each day to get the new Horror Bingo word. When you complete your bingo card, turn it in to get a free copy of the undead anthology Return of the Dead Men (and Women) Walking! One winner will also be selected to get a free audiobook version of A Game of Blood courtesy Audible.com

Costume Contest for a $20 Amazon.com Gift Certificate!
How to enter:
1. Post a photo of yourself dressed in your best Halloween costume on the main event thread.
2. On October 25th, we will post a poll asking people to vote for the best costume. Voting will close October 31st.
The winner of the poll gets a $20 gift certificate to Amazon.com

25 Percent Discount on 14 Spooky Books!
Topping off the festivities, throughout October, 14 authors are offering their books for 25 percent off at Smashwords. Each book is a fun read for Halloween. I am offering Dark Before Dawn at the discount. When teen psychic Dawn Christian learns her new fortuneteller friends may be tied to freak “accidents” in town, she has an important choice to make – continue developing the talent that makes her special or challenge the only people who have ever accepted her. To get the codes for each book, click on each title in the threads listed here.

Have fun!

New Release: Young Ladies of Mystery Boxed E-book Set

Published on September 5, 2012 in General News. Closed Tags: , , , , , , , , , , .

If you enjoy women sleuth novels, then please check out my latest release, the Young Ladies of Mystery Boxed Set. It features my adult mystery/romantic suspense novels Twenty-Five Years Ago Today and Sink or Swim, along with my paranormal young adult suspense thriller Dark Before Dawn (a fun read for teens and adults alike) in one bargain-download. In fact, buying this $5.99 download is equivalent to getting one of the books for free since they are sold separately for $2.99. Best of all, the bundle is on sale for $4.99 via Kindle, Nook and All Romance E-Books for a very limited time. Solve a cold case with aspiring reporter Kris Langley; discover the downside of fame with former reality show contestant Cassidy Novak; and meet teenage psychic Dawn Christian, who discovers that ESP spells D-A-N-G-E-R.


Amazon (Kindle)
Barnes & Noble (Nook)
Smashwords
iTunes
Kobo
All Romance EBooks
More coming soon!

More on the three books included in the download:

Twenty-Five Years Ago Today – For twenty-five years, Diana Ferguson’s killer has gotten away with murder. When rookie obit writer and newsroom editorial assistant Kris Langley investigates the cold case of the artistic young cocktail waitress who was obsessed with Greek and Roman mythology, not only does she fall in love with Diana’s sexy nephew, but she must also fight to stay off the obituary page herself.


Sink or Swim – A #1 Amazon Kindle Bestseller for Women Sleuths and Romantic Suspense! How do you change the channel when reality TV turns to murder? After starring on a hit game show set aboard a Tall Ship, personal trainer Cassidy Novak discovers that she has attracted a stalker. Can she trust Zach Gallagher, the gorgeous newspaper photographer assigned to follow her for a local series? As things heat up with the stalker and with Zach, soon Cassidy will need to call SOS for real.


Dark Before Dawn – A #1 Amazon Kindle Bestseller for Horror/Occult and for Children’s Science Fiction, Fantasy & Magic. When teen psychic Dawn Christian gets involved with a fortuneteller mentor and two girls who share her mysterious talents, she finally belongs after years of being a misfit. When she learns her new friends may be tied to freak “accidents” in town, Dawn has an important choice to make – continue developing the talent that makes her special or challenge the only people who have ever accepted her.

Here are a few reviews of each book in the collection:
For Twenty-Five Years Ago Today:
“Stacy Juba has written a page-turner! This has to be one of my favorite mystery books that I’ve read this year. The characters are well written and have so much depth that it feels like this has actually happened… Book club groups will enjoy this book because there is so much that happens between its pages. The murder took place 25 years ago and to recall those facts has brought up a lot for the characters. If you enjoy a good mystery book, then do not pass this by.”
- Book-Club-Queen

“A satisfying mystery with a layered plot. The characters are believable and memorable. They are so well crafted that the villains also leave you wondering where their off-page story may lead them. Using her characters, Ms Juba builds a suspenseful mystery that also manages to delve deeply into the complexities of family dynamics, grief, guilt and forgiveness. She also paints a wonderfully realistic portrait of small town life and the activity of a small town newsroom.”
- Veronica Marie Beaumont, The Romance Reviews

For Sink or Swim:
“Being on a hit reality show not once, but three times, made Sink or Swim really hit home for me… It was an easy read and extremely well written… I would love to see it come out as a movie one day!”
- Stephenie LaGrossa, owner of GiGi Restaurant & Lounge, Philadelphia PA, Television personality and fan favorite Survivor: Palau, Guatemala, Heroes vs. Villains

“If you need help getting through a murderous workout (pun intended) this book is a wonderful, clever and entertaining distraction. The identity of the stalker left me guessing until the end, and believe me that is a refreshing and pleasant surprise. Congratulations, Ms. Juba, for giving us a great read.”
- Coffee Time Romance & More

For Dark Before Dawn:
“Dark Before Dawn is a choice pick for those seeking works of modern fantasy and ESP.”
- The Midwest Book Review

“I am a fan of Stacy Juba’s and was intrigued by the plot of this story. I was hooked within the first few chapters. I refused to put it down till it was done…I would recommend this clean read to anyone!”
- Tifferz Book Review

Young Adult Psychic Thriller Now Available for Nook, Smashwords, Kindle

Published on July 12, 2012 in General News. Closed Tags: , , , , .

I’m delighted that my young adult paranormal thriller Dark Before Dawn is now available for Nook and Smashwords, in addition to the Kindle and print versions. It will be available at other retailers, including the Apple store and Sony Reader Store, in the coming weeks. Dark Before Dawn was recently a #1 Amazon Kindle Bestseller for Horror/Occult and for Children’s Science Fiction, Fantasy & Magic.

When ESP Spells D-A-N-G-E-R…
Dawn Christian has been psychic since she was seven years old and has always considered herself an outcast. Even her own mother discourages her talent, so Dawn has kept her abilities quiet and feared a lifetime of loneliness. When she gets involved with a fortuneteller and two teenage girls who share her mysterious perception, Dawn finally belongs to a group.

As her intuition strengthens, so does Dawn’s self esteem. However, when she learns her new friends may be tied to two bizarre murders, she has an important choice to make – continue developing the talent that makes her special, or challenge the only people who have ever accepted her.

Trade paperback version available from your local bookseller and the following on-line retailers:
Direct from publisher – enter code VFFDD6VN at checkout to get the book for $7.99, a three dollar discount off the retail price!
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
$2.99 e-book versions available from:
Amazon Kindle
Barnes&Noble (Nook)
Smashwords
More retailers coming soon.

Read an excerpt.

Reviews:
“A spooky and fast moving plot that keeps you on the edge of your seat until the shocking end…Stacy Juba is a quite a versatile writer and each of her books carry a unique plot that will capture you from the first page and hold you until the final sentence. Dark Before Dawn is a special book that should not be missed.”
- Fresh Fiction

“Dark Before Dawn is a choice pick for those seeking works of modern fantasy and ESP.”
- The Midwest Book Review

“I’m officially, as of right now, Stacy Juba’s number one fan…The plot and writing style was riveting in Dark Before Dawn and I didn’t expect the outcome in the least. When devastating things happened spontaneously in the story, my heart broke every single time. Digging a bit deeper, I love how Juba stitched everything together so magically.”
- My Home Away From Home & Mera’s YA Book List Review

“I was truly taken with this book… It takes a great plot to really stump and throw the reader off and Juba did an awesome job of keeping me interested. This author is going on my favorites list and I can’t wait to read more of her books.”
- Shadow Kisses

“I love anything to do with psychics, fortune tellers, and teenagers who get themselves into scary situations and Dark Before Dawn didn’t disappoint me at all. This is a Young Adult novel but I can tell you that as an adult I was completely drawn into the story and anxious to see how it would all end…Stacy has an easy way of writing that draws you into her stories and keeps you there.”
- Peeking Between the Pages

“I am a fan of Stacy Juba’s and was intrigued by the plot of this story. I was hooked within the first few chapters. I refused to put it down till it was done…I would recommend this clean read to anyone!”
- Tifferz Book Review

Dark Before Dawn YA Paranormal Book On Jr. Kindle Site

Published on April 25, 2012 in General News. Closed Tags: , , .

The $2.99 Kindle sale for my young adult paranormal thriller Dark Before Dawn is featured on the Daily Cheap Reads, Jr. Edition. The book is a fun read for ages 12 and up, as well as adults who enjoy YA books. When teen psychic Dawn Christian gets involved with a fortuneteller mentor and two girls who share her mysterious talents, she finally belongs after years of being a misfit. When she learns her new friends may be tied to freak “accidents” in town, Dawn has an important choice to make – continue developing the talent that makes her special or challenge the only people who have ever accepted her.

Please visit the Daily Cheap Reads, Jr. Edition site to download the Kindle version. If you don’t have a Kindle or Kindle app., the book is also available in paperback from Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and will be coming to Nook by mid-July.

Disney’s Radio Rebel Teaches Teens & Tweens To Be Themselves

Published on February 18, 2012 in General News. 2 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

Last night, we watched a family movie on the Disney Channel called Radio Rebel. Can I just say that if I was still a tween or teen, this would have been one of my favorite movies? I would have watched it over and over again, the way I always did with my favorites back then. Starring Disney sweetheart Debby Ryan, the movie follows high school senior Tara, so shy that she dreads speaking to anyone in the hallways or getting called on in class. But secretly, she has another identity as confident host of the Radio Rebel show — and to her own surprise, she’s a hit.

I loved how this movie encouraged kids to be themselves and take a chance, even if it means standing apart from their friends or going outside their comfort zone. I could even relate to it as an adult, as I’m soft-spoken and introverted when around others in my every-day life, however, confident and a risk-taker in my other role as an author. Since I write young adult books myself, I was interested to know that this movie was based on the book Shrinking Violet by Danielle Joseph, which I hope kids will check out.

I’m a sucker for underdog stories, and included similar themes in my YA novel Dark Before Dawn, appropriate for ages 12 and up. When teen psychic Dawn Christian gets involved with a fortuneteller mentor and two girls who share her mysterious talents, she finally belongs after years of being a misfit. When she learns her new friends may be tied to freak “accidents” in town, Dawn has an important choice to make – continue developing the talent that makes her special or challenge the only people who have ever accepted her. Like Tara in Radio Rebel, Dawn must learn to accept who she is, stand up for her beliefs and take some chances, as well as deal with bullies in the cool crowd.

If you have a tween or teen in the house, tell them to check out a re-run of Radio Rebel or to read Shrinking Violet. And if you think of it, also tell them about Dark Before Dawn. It can be hard not giving into peer pressure and finding your own inner power, and sometimes it’s inspiring to identify with a fictional character undergoing the same struggles.



Enter to Win The Vampire Shrink in Monster Mash & Bash Hop

Published on October 25, 2011 in General News. 71 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

Thanks for entering! I have emailed the  winners and they are: Megan and Cassandra!

I’m so excited this Halloween to be celebrate the release of my new paranormal young adult thriller Dark Before Dawn, which is 99 cents on Amazon, Nook, and Smashwords in October as a special spooky promotion, along with nine other spooky paranormal YA books, and is a fun read for lovers of the Twilight, House of Night, and The Vampire Diaries series, Meg Cabot’s The Mediator series, or Lois Duncan books. It is also newly available in trade paperback.

To celebrate, I’ve been participating in lots of fun events this month including the Monster Mash & Bash Hop/Giveaway hosted by A Book Lover’s Dream. Loads of blogs are giving away book-related prizes – you can hop using the clickable list of links below. The contest is open from October 26 at 12 a.m. to Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m.

At this Monster Mash and Bash stop, Lynda Hilburn is generously giving away two hardcover copies of of the British version of The Vampire Shrink. Right now, until the USA version comes out in April, 2012, the only way a USA reader can get The Vampire Shrink is to buy the Kindle version.

Denver Psychologist Kismet Knight just wants a little excitement in her life. A little publishing fame and fortune. She doesn’t believe in the paranormal. Especially not comic book children of the night. But when a new client pulls Kismet into the vampire underworld, and introduces her to gorgeous Devereux — who claims to be an 800-year-old vampire — Kismet finds herself up to her neck in the undead. Not to mention all the other bizarre creatures crawling out of Denver’s supernatural Pandora’s Box. And if being attracted to a man who thinks he’s an ancient bloodsucker isn’t bad enough, someone — or something — is leaving a trail of blood-drained dead bodies. Enter handsome FBI profiler Alan Stevens, who warns her that vampires are very real and that one is a murderer. A murderer who is after her. In the midst of it all, Kismet realizes she has feelings for both the vampire and the profiler. But though she cares for each of the men, the reality that vampires exist is enough of a challenge . . . for now.

Intrigued? I know I am!

Here’s how to enter. Please submit a separate comment below for each entry. The winners will be selected via Random.org, with each comment receiving an entry number. This contest is open in the U.S. only.

1. Mandatory entry - Follow this blog via Google Friend Connect or Networked Blogs. (left sidebar)

Optional bonus entries:

1. Sign up for Lynda’s newsletter on her blog.
2. Sign up for Stacy’s newsletter.
3. Like Lynda on Facebook.
4. Like Stacy on Facebook
5. Tweet this post.

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Win an E-book Copy of Vampire Romance Novel in Spooktacular Hop!

Published on October 23, 2011 in General News. 101 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , .

Thanks for entering! I have contacted the winners, and they are Judy and Sheila!

I love Halloween and I’m especially excited this Halloween with the release of my new paranormal young adult thriller Dark Before Dawn, which is 99 cents on Amazon, Nook, and Smashwords this month as a special spooky promotion, along with nine other spooky paranormal YA books, and is a fun read for lovers of the Twilight, House of Night, and The Vampire Diaries series, Meg Cabot’s The Mediator series, or Lois Duncan books. It is also newly available in paperback.

Since I love Halloween so much, I couldn’t resist participating in the Spooktacular Giveaway Hop sponsored by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer and The Diary of a Bookworm. Do you love winning books? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Below, you’ll find well over 400 blogs, all giving away book-related prizes. That’s over 400 prizes up for grabs! All you have to do is click down the list and follow the instructions on each blog to enter each individual giveaway. Enter as many or as few giveaways as you choose.

For this giveaway stop, my friend, fellow author Michele Drier, generously agreed to donate two Smashwords downloads of her vampire romance novel Snap: The World Unfolds. I’ve read this and, whether you usually read vampire novels or not, it is a great book.

SNAP, a multinational celeb TV show and magazine, is the holy grail for Maxie Gwenoch. When she snags the job as managing editor, she’s looking for fame, fortune and Jimmy Choos. What she finds is a media empire owned by Baron Kandesky and his family. A family of vampires. And when she meets the gorgeous Jean-Louis, vampire and co-worker, she’s a goner. Maxie believes she’s found her ultimate career. She doesn’t realize that she’s found a family feud like none other, a centuries-old rivalry between vampire families, with her as the linchpin.

Here are the steps to enter: Please submit a separate comment below for each entry. The winners will be selected via Random.org, with each comment receiving an entry number.

1. Mandatory entry – Follow this blog via Google Friend Connect or Networked Blogs. (both options are in left sidebar)

Optional Bonus entries:

1. Follow Michele on Twitter.
2. Follow Stacy on Twitter.
3. Join Stacy’s newsletter list. (sent 3 times per year)
4. Tweet this post.
5. Share this post on Facebook.

Good luck!!

YA Halloween Sale – 10 Spooky Paranormal E-books for $10!

Published on October 14, 2011 in General News. 5 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

I’m delighted to be participating in a Spooky 99 Cent Sale with nine other young adult paranormal authors! Each book on this list is only 99 cents through Oct. 31. Buy all of them – 10 e-books for $10 – or just choose a few. Curl up on a dark night with these bewitching offerings from 10 traditionally published authors whose credits include Kindle Bestsellers, Romantic Times Top Picks, and Rita and Eppie award winners! We’ve served up a variety of Halloween treats! You can check them out below, as well as on this Amazon Listmania list. Also join our brand new Goodreads group to ask questions, read excerpts, or chat about Halloween fun!

DARK BEFORE DAWN by Stacy Juba
Psychic chills and thrills in a deserted New England beach town

BRIGHTEST KIND OF DARKNESS by P. T. Michelle
Seeing your entire next day has its advantages…and dangers. A dark paranormal YA full of mystery, adventure, horror and romance!

IMMORTAL FAITH by Shelley Adina
A spooky tale of vampires and unholy love

DEMON WHISPERER by Tawny Stokes
Zombierific action adventure!

NINE HOROSCOPE-IN-CATSUP STORIES (WICKED GOOD) by Phoebe Matthews
Tales of fortunetelling, a love potion, a zombie, a sorcerer, an unintentional stalker, a shapechanger, a vampire and a smash wizard. And then there’s the dog.

MELODY’S FOLLIES by Flo Fitzpatrick
Sheet music, a doll and an eccentric witch throw Melody Flynn through
time to the Ziegfeld Follies and a mysterious Egyptian cult.

WRAITH by Edie Claire
Kali thought that seeing dead people was a curse. Until, while spending her spring break on a sunny beach in Hawaii, she sees him…

DEMON HIGH by Lori Devoti
Dark and edgy urban fantasy with a heart-tugging romance

THE DEEPEST CUT (a MacKinnon Curse novel, Book 1)
by J. A. Templeton
A haunting dark paranormal romance with a twist of spine-tingling horror

BLOOD ANGEL by Kelly McClymer
Some decisions haunt you forever

Hope you enjoy discovering these fun books to get you in the Halloween spirit. Any help spreading the word about the sale is much appreciated!

99 Cent Kindle/Nook Sale – Get in Halloween Spirit With Psychic Paranormal Read

Published on October 6, 2011 in General News. 5 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

If you’re looking for a good book to get into the Halloween spirit, I hope you’ll consider my new young adult psychic paranormal thriller Dark Before Dawn. As a special Halloween promotion, I’m offering the book for 99 cents on Kindle, Nook and Smashwords throughout October.

Psychic chills and thrills in a deserted New England beach town.

Dark Before Dawn is aimed at teens, and at adults who enjoy paranormal thrillers such as the Twilight, Vampire Diaries, or even the Harry Potter series. I loved writing this book as it deals with all sorts of fun topics, such as psychic abilities, telepathy, mind control, and crystals. If you were ever picked last in gym class, or felt awkward in high school, you’ll love this book! There are no vampires, no werewolves, just a girl with psychic abilities who gets in way, way over her head.

Dawn Christian has been psychic since she was seven years old and has always considered herself an outcast. Even her own mother discourages her talent, so Dawn has kept her abilities quiet and feared a lifetime of loneliness. When she gets involved with a fortuneteller and two teenage girls who share her mysterious perception, Dawn finally belongs to a group. As her intuition strengthens, so does Dawn’s self esteem. However, when she learns her new friends may be tied to two bizarre murders, she has an important choice to make – continue developing the talent that makes her special, or challenge the only people who have ever accepted her.

Don’t have an e-reader? Stay tuned as the paperback version will be released in a few weeks. In the meantime, those of you who enjoy e-books can be among the first to read Dark Before Dawn. To celebrate the release, I’ve joined in on a special multi-blog giveaway of the winner’s choice, either an iPad2 or $500 in Pay Pal cash. Later this month, I’ll also be participating in the Spooktacular Giveaway Hop and the Monster Mash and Bash Giveaway Hop and will be giving away paranormal titles by author friends. I’m also working on a very special giveaway that ties into the book’s psychic theme and will be teaming up with a group of talented young adult authors who are also offering their paranormal thrillers for 99 cents this month. In the coming weeks, I’ll be sharing more about the writing of this book, but in the meantime, any help with spreading the word about Dark Before Dawn is much appreciated and I hope you enjoy the opportunity to get a sneak peek at this fun Halloween read for 99 cents.

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