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Lament Blog Tour – Last Stop!

Hey my Caffeinated friends! Have you been enjoying the blog tour? Today is the very last stop. *sad face* I’m a little bummed to see it end. BUT this last stop is with my sweet friend Pam Halter! She’s got a visual post of the Characters of Lament! What a fun way to bring this fantastic tour to an end, right? You’ll find her post here. Feel free to leave a comment telling me how you liked the…

Lament Blog Tour Stop #10!

Hey friends! Did you all have fun with the Lament Release Day festivities yesterday? Well, the party isn’t over yet! Not only is the blog tour continuing, but the official Online Lament Release Party takes place Thursday from 8-10pm EST! (As in, tomorrow!) RSVP here to save your spot to party and win prizes! Today it’s Lament Blog Tour stop #10! We’ve got an author interview with Hailey…

Lament Blog Tour: Release Day! The Themes of Lament

Today is Release Day! *runs around the house screaming* To celebrate, I’ve got a special post to share with you on the Lament Blog Tour! Just as any story will always hold a special piece of the writer within its pages, the themes of Lament reflect ideas I’ve often struggled with. The Themes of Lament Belonging: In Keen we’re introduced to Caoine, a half-human/half-fae who lives in the Mortal…

Lament Blog Tour Stop #8!

Today we’ve got Lament Blog Tour stop #8! Caffeinated friends, this tour is halfway over and my book baby releases tomorrow. (To-mor-row!!!) *faints* I am super happy for you to visit with Jebraun Clifford! Today she shares an interview that we recently had. Friends, it was so much fun! *squeals* You’ll find her post here. Feel free to leave a comment telling me how you liked the…

Lament Blog Tour Stops #6 + 7!

Yay! Stops #6 + 7 in the Lament Blog Tour are up! Check it out, Caffeinated friends. You won’t be disappointed! *cartwheels* I’m so excited that we get to hang with Tabitha Caplinger who has a visual post of the World of Lament! *squeals!* You’ll find her post here. This girl has some amazing books out herself. Be sure to check them out! And we get to visit with the very cool master of…

Lament Blog Tour Stop #5!

Another blog tour stop, Caffeinated friends! Yesterday was Lament Blog Tour Day #5! *happy claps* We visited with Laura A. Grace who hosted a Guest Post: The Writing Process! *woo hoo!* You’ll find that here. Feel free to leave a comment! I’d love to hear what you think of how Lament came to be! Stay tuned today for another post in the Lament Blog Tour! Tabitha Caplinger has a beautiful visual…

Lament Blog Tour Stop #4!

Hey Caffeinated friends! Welcome to Lament Blog Tour Day #4! *squeals* Who’s ready for not one, but two posts? Today we’re visiting with Laurie Lucking for a sneak peek of Character Spotlights! *clapping* You’ll find that here. Feel free to leave a comment! There’s also an Insta post of Lament with Marie Godsey! You can find her Insta account here. Thank you to both ladies for sharing in…

Lament Blog Tour Stop #3!

We made it to Lament Blog Tour Day #3! *woot* Today we’ve got a super fun post that I think you’ll enjoy! *cartwheel* We get to hang with Kellie Parker as she hosts an Interview with the Characters of Lament! *happy dance* I think you’ll find this one quite…um, interesting. *giggles* Find it here. Be sure to drop a comment. I’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s post! And don’t forget, the…

Lament Blog Tour Stop #2!

Are you ready for Lament Blog Tour Day #2, Caffeinated friends? The Lament blog tour continues with the very first review! *eep* Today we’ll be visiting the lovely Abigail McKenna at her blog Novels, Dragons, and Wardrobe Doors! (Isn’t that the most fun name, ever?) Find it here. Her review is thorough and so well done. *hearty eyes* I’m already a fan and plan to read more of her book reviews!…

Lament Blog Tour Stop #1!

Hey Caffeinated friends! Today is the beginning of Lament’s blog tour! *stuffs a cupcake in her mouth* The first stop is a Behind the Scenes peek over at J.M. Hackman’s blog, Jilligan’s Island. Find the post here. Be sure to drop a comment. I’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s post! Ready for more Lament blog tour fun? Join us tomorrow with Abigail McKenna for a review of Lament! *squeals*…

Lament: Banshee Song Series, Book Two Release Day!

Happy New Year, friends! I’ve got such exciting news to share with you! Lament: Banshee Song Series, Book Two releases on January 26th! *tosses confetti* This baby has been a long time coming (thanks to COVID delays!) but I’m so happy to finally get to share the next adventure in Caoine’s journey with you. Pre-orders can be found through Amazon–Paperback + e-Book–as well as through Barnes and…

Flash Fiction Friday: The Danger of Flying

Photo courtesy Annie Spratt via Unsplash

“What if I fall?” Dryaia snuck another peek over the edge of the cliff that fell into oblivion, butterflies swarming her belly.

“You won’t.” Her papa put an arm around her shoulders. “You’re one of us and you’ve come of age. It’s time for you to grow your wings.”

“But how do you know I’m one of you? You found me orphaned and under a tree. What if…

Flash Fiction Friday: Lost and Found

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The last bell of the day buzzed through the classrooms of the junior high. Doors flew open and the hallways were flooded with students ready to enjoy the weekend.

“Hey, Trevor!” A small boy with cracked glasses and shaggy hair ran down the hall.

Trevor stopped, adjusted his backpack. “What’s up, Noah?”

Noah panted. “Where you headed?”

“Lost and found.”

“Sweet.…

Flash Fiction Friday: Home

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The precious jewels weighed heavy in Andy’s hand. Emeralds, rubies, diamonds. The corner of his mouth curled as he spilled them into his small sack. He took one last glance at the sleeping figure of King Henry VIII. Then he tip-toed out of the bed chambers and slipped through the door.

“Did you get them?” His father, Drew, stood within the shadows.

Andy nodded.

BURN Blog Tour: Interview with author JM Hackman

Welcome, JM Hackman to Caffeinated Fiction. We’re happy to have this chance to learn a few secrets about your upcoming release, BURN! Let’s jump right in!

Did you always plan for THE FIREBRAND CHRONICLES to be a trilogy?

When I wrote Spark, I had no idea how many books would be in the series. I actually also had no idea if anyone would be interested in a book involving a snarky ADHD main…

Flash Fiction: Furry Friend

Photo by Kate Stone Matheson on Unsplash

Morning sun crept through the bedroom window. Marlene yawned.

A pounce jostled her. Her cat Butterscotch joined her in bed.

The cat bumped Marlene’s back, forcing her to lift the covers so he could climb in. She complied, the drum of purring vibrating from beneath the covers.

Marlene scratched beneath his chin. Her beloved roommate. The only “someone” she…