Monday, March 31, 2025

Allied Hearts by D. Taylor #HistoricalRomance


Allied Hearts
D. Taylor

Genre: Historical Romance
Date of Publication: 02/11/2025
ASIN: B0DWQTVJD6
Number of pages: 388
Word Count: 131000

Tagline:  In the heart of 1870s Texas, one defiant love stands against all odds—two souls bound by devotion, forging an unbreakable union of allied hearts.

Book Description:

Leah Johnson has spent her life standing beside Adam Davenport, the one constant in a world that rarely made space for her. As his closest friend, she has always buried her love for him deep, knowing there was no future for them—not in a town where their kind of love could never be. But when Emma McClain, a wealthy widow with charm and undeniable beauty, begins to carve a place in Adam's life, Leah struggles to ignore the jealousy clawing at her heart. The lines of their friendship blur, and for the first time, she wonders if walking away would hurt less than watching him choose someone else.

Adam Davenport has always relied on Leah—her presence steady, her loyalty unquestioned. She's been his fiercest defender, his sharpest adversary, and the one person who has ever truly known him. But when David Laurent, an ambitious, well-respected man, sets his sights on making Leah his wife, Adam is forced to confront a truth he's long refused to face. The idea of losing her twists something deep inside him, yet even if he did claim her, the dangers that follow would be insurmountable.

In a town where a man's reputation is everything and a woman like Leah is never meant to belong at his side, Adam and Leah find themselves entangled in a love that threatens to ruin them both. With tensions rising, old enemies stirring, and the Sheriff and his right-hand man, Casey Braddock, eager to see them fall, they must decide—fight for a future no one will grant them, or let the world tear them apart before they ever truly have a chance.

Excerpt:

By the time they reached the stables, the rain had turned into a deluge, soaking them to the bone. Adam swung the door shut behind them, breathless, the wet strands of his hair plastered to his forehead. Water streamed from his clothes, his shirt clinging tightly to his chest and arms.

Leah leaned against the wall, trying to catch her breath, her laughter breaking through the steady drum of rain on the roof. “You’d think between the two of us, we’d know when a storm’s coming by now.” she teased, her voice light despite the tension still thrumming between them.

Adam didn’t respond at first. His hands moved to his soaked shirt, and in one fluid motion, he pulled it over his head, tossing it across a beam to dry. Leah’s laughter faltered, her breath catching as she took in the sight of him—bronzed skin glistening from the rain, every line of his muscled chest and arms a testament to years of hard, honest labor. She could see the curve of his collarbone, the way his skin stretched over the strong lines of his shoulders and felt her pulse race.

Leah couldn’t tear her eyes away, her breath catching in her throat as she tried to focus on wringing out her dress. But the sight of him, standing there with the storm raging outside, felt like more than she could bear. There was something unspoken between them now, something that had lingered far too long in the shadows.

“We look a sight,” she said, trying to inject a note of humor, but her heart was racing, not from the run, but from the nearness of him.

His green eyes fell on her form, tracing every line and curve. The way her dress clung to her, molded against her shape, made his pulse quicken, a fire sparking low in his belly. Every inch of her felt like a temptation—her damp curls framing her face, her skin flushed from the run, her eyes bright with the thrill of the storm. The air was thick, charged with everything he’d held back for so long, every glance he’d forced himself to look away from, every touch he’d denied.

He took a deep, shuddering breath, his jaw clenching as he tore his gaze away. The war between what he wanted and what he believed was right had never felt so brutal.

Leah looked up then, catching him staring, her lips parting slightly, her gaze softening as she held his. The vulnerability in her eyes made his heart clench, and he felt his resolve waver. The space between them felt charged, heavy with all the things he could never say aloud. The heat of her gaze, the gentle slope of her shoulders, the way her body moved as she wrung the water from her hair—all of it burned into him, branding him with a need he could scarcely contain.


About the Author:

D. Taylor is an author fueled by a dream to share her stories with the world, capturing the essence of human experience through her narratives. With a love for travel, she aspires to visit each state and as many countries as possible, drawing inspiration from the diverse cultures and landscapes she encounters. At home in Northern California, D. Taylor cherishes her role as a devoted mother and wife, finding joy in the daily adventures with her family. Her passions for cooking and reading not only nourish her body and mind but also infuse her writing with authenticity and depth. As she revises her previous work and crafts new stories, D. Taylor continues to embrace the journey of storytelling, aiming to connect with readers around the globe.
 










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Thursday, March 27, 2025

Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Presented By The Alchemical Wizards by Sybrina Durant


What inspired you to become an author?

I started trying my hand at writing as soon as I could read. I always loved singing and reading poetry, so at first I only wrote song lyrics and poetry. Before long,  other types of books caught my fancy. . .mainly fantasy. I’ve also always had an affinity for researching and categorizing information. These are the things that ultimately led to my first book about a metal horn unicorn tribe in which each character had a magical power based on the metal of their horns. This was long before computers so all of my research was done by hand from dictionaries and encyclopedias.

Do you have a specific writing style?

I’d say my specific writing style is educational fantasy. The work I did on my unicorn fantasy story is what led to the idea of writing the first in my series of illustrated periodic table books. I already had the beginnings with 12 unicorns ready to present 12 elements of the periodic table.  I had previously decided that this book would be laid out in alphabetical order so I only needed to come up with 14 more unique unicorns and elements to complete the alphabet.  How hard could it be, I thought… Turns out it was quite a bit more difficult than I anticipated because not all letters of the alphabet are represented by an element. I had to get quite creative to account for all of the letters.

Do you write in different genres?

I do write in other genres but this book series has turned into a several year project so everything I’ve written in the past few years, including about 100 articles, have been about elements of the periodic table. As I mentioned, the first book in this series had Metal Horn Unicorns presenting 26 elements.  Next, came Elemental Dragons presenting 26 elements, also in alphabetical order. This current book features Alchemical wizards discussing more elements.  In fact, there were so many elements to be covered by the wizards that I had to split them into 2 books.  Book 2 will be out later this year. After that, Actinide Knights and Radioactive Goblins will finish up the series.

If yes which is your favorite genre to write?

I love to write books that are illustrated because you can use the pictures in a thousand ways (like the previously mentioned articles) for marketing and promotion. For the Magical Elements of the Periodic Table series of books, I have used the graphics for creating memes for social media,  the video shorts, activity pages to help with learning and remembering about each element, trading cards for sharing with friends, a bingo game, and even t-shirts.  All of these can be found at https://www.magicalptelements.com .  I’ve also utilized the pictures to put together special pages on the website where I’ve placed links to my research so that readers can check my facts and learn more themselves.

Do you have a song or playlist (book soundtrack) that you think represents this book?

The theme song for all of the Magical Elements of the Periodic Table books is called “No Metal – No Magic”. The lyrics for it feature the metal horn unicorns but it’s still applicable for all of the elementals.  Their motto, after all, is No Metal – No Magic. . . and No Technology. Think about that for a second. There literally would be no modern life without the amazing gifts the elements have provided mankind over the years. The instrumental music for the song is the background music for all of the video shorts that I’ve, so far, created for the magical elementals. One day, I hope to have a video for each of the 118 elementals and the elements they represent. Check them out at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLybqF-7D4W3EuoE2dzd9xbt4gleDECHga


Magical Elements of the Periodic Table 
Presented By The Alchemical Wizards
Book One
Sybrina Durant

Genre: Children’s Science Book
Publisher: Sybrina Publishing
Date of Publication: Nov. 1, 2024
ISBN: ‎979-8345317112 
ASIN : ‎B0DLW662B8
Number of pages: 44
Word Count: About 1000.
Cover Artist: Pranavva

Tagline: No metal, no magic…and no technology.

Book Description: 

Kids love magic and the periodic table is full of magical things. Alchemical wizards introduce kids to scientific facts and the magic of the elements. 

The Alchemical Wizards, along with their techno-magical unicorn and dragon friends from the first 2 Magical Elements Books are the perfect group to introduce you to metals and other elements in the Periodic Table. Hopefully, the Magical Elements of this periodic table book will spark an interest in the magical and real-world properties of all the metals and other elements known today. 

You may be surprised at how prominently they feature in our everyday lives.


Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Playlist - http://bit.ly/3EVZ258



About the Author: 

Sybrina Durant is the author of several educational children’s books including the Learn To Tie With The Rabbit and The Fox series as well as The Magical Elements of the Periodic Table series. Her motto is “capture a child’s interest while they’re young and they will remember the lesson forever”.

Website/Newsletter: https://www.sybrina.com 

  
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Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Between Heaven and Saturn by Idalita Wright Raso


What inspired you to become an author?

It all started when I was in the eighth grade, I wrote a story about aliens and the teacher loved it and entered it into a writing contest. Although I didn’t win, I was hooked! 

How did you come up with the title for your latest book?

“Between Heaven and Saturn” is the second book in the Eye of Saturn vampire series. I wanted to be consistent and create a brand for the series. Each book in the series will have Saturn in the title.

Do you title the book first or wait until after it’s complete?

I always title the book first.

Is there a message in your novel that you want readers to grasp?

Yes, but the message isn’t revealed until book four, which is the last book in the Eye of Saturn series.

Of all the characters you’ve ever written, who is your favorite and why?

My favorite character is Felipe de Hayos. He is flawed, making him the quintessential tragic hero. This character evolves, starting out as a normal young man in love, ending up a cursed vampire that does horrible things. He becomes a larger-than-life character, a cursed vampire with impeccable supernatural powers. Felipe also struggles with his inner conflict, which makes the character complex and interesting.

If this book is part of a series…what is the next book? Any details you can share?

I am finishing up book three in the Eye of Saturn series. I plan to have it released spring/summer of 2026. I can share this much about the book: Time is running out for Felipe. He only has two months before the Eye of Saturn reopens. It is imperative that he finds his beloved Zaybeth and turn her into a vampire before the Eye opens or risk having to face her in a battle to the death.

Do you have any advice for other writers?

The best advice I can give any writer is to keep on writing. Life will sometimes get in the way, but don’t let that stop you from writing. Oh, and keep a notebook handy to jot down notes/ideas. You never know when inspiration will hit. Inspiration often happens at the most inopportune time—weddings, funerals, while sleeping, while driving, during an important meeting…etc.

Do you have a song or playlist (book soundtrack) that represents this book?

This is the music that inspired Between Heaven and Saturn. The playlist changed depending on what whether I was drafting or revising. This list represents some of my favorites.

“Eternal Monument” (by Lynnemusic NeoSounds) 
“Synaulia” (Music from Ancient Rome Vol. II)
“The Dance of Hadin” (by Bjorn Lynne NeoSounds)
“The Curse “ (by Disturbed)
“Upstairs” (by Push) 
“Night of the Wolf” (by Nox Arcana)
“Eye for an Eye”  (by Uncle) 
“I Will Find You” (by Clannad-Last of the Mohicans soundtrack)
“Love Is All” (by Yann-Tribute)
“Fire on High” (Electric Light Orchestra) 
“Black Magic Woman” (by Santana)
“Get Up Stand Up” (by Bob Marley)
“Black Survivor” (by Bob Marley) 
“Intro” (by Korn)
“Gypsy Soul: New Flamenco” (by Gypsy Flameco music Various Artists)

Between Heaven and Saturn 
Eye of Saturn 
Book Two
Idalita Wright Raso

Genre: Horror
Publisher: BookBaby
Date of Publication: 9-29-2024
ISBN: 979-8350973150
ASIN: B0DJG9CL49
Number of pages: 328
Word Count: 85,703
Cover Designed by Idalita Wright Raso. 

Tagline: BLOOD IS THE SEAT OF THE SOUL

Book Description: 

Felipe de Hayos is a vampire cursed by Saturn's Priestess, his wife, to roam the Earth for five hundred and fifty years until the Eye of Saturn reopens. When he comes to Wallachia, he intends to use his vampire powers to help Vlad Dracula III defeat the Turkish Ottoman Empire. However, he instead orchestrates a daring deception by killing Prince Dracula and using his powers to disguise himself as Dracula. Sultan Mehmed II will stop at nothing to overthrow him and install Radu on the throne. Felipe must use all his cunning to stay one step ahead with help from the monks who possess the Philosopher's Stone.

Meanwhile, the clock is ticking for Felipe to break his vampire’s curse and rescue his beloved Zaybeth from the Netherworld. Felipe’s epic journey takes him from the fierce battlefields of the Ottoman Empire to the New World, where discovers a darkness even more significant than his curse—slavery. Felipe is where the cursed live…Between Heaven and Saturn.   

Amazon     BN      Bookbaby      Ciando     eSentral

 

Book Trailer: https://youtu.be/XqYmk0QynH4



Excerpt:

“Forgive me, Father, for I have sinned. It has been nearly a century, give or take a decade or two, since my last confession,” Felipe proudly proclaimed.

“What have you been doing in that time, my son?” the priest asked.

“Well, I have killed roughly, 30,000 people,” Felipe said matter-of-factly.

“Okay, Mister, this is a confessional, not a joke booth,” the priest said angrily.

“I can assure you, Father, I’m not joking.”

“Now, see here, I’ve had enough of this nonsense!” The priest slid open the partition. The booth was empty. The priest walked to the other side of the confessional and examined it from top to bottom.

Empty.

The priest felt a slight breeze. He turned around. Standing in front of him was an eight-foot-tall, winged vampire.

The priest fainted.

 

 


About the Author:

Author Idalita Wright Raso is a freelance writer and actress based in Cleveland, Ohio. She has written feature-based stories for the Lake County Gazette in Ohio.  Idalita is best known for the Eye of Saturn vampire horror series: The Daughters of Saturn Book One and Between Heaven and Saturn Book Two. 

“From the moment I read Bram Stoker's Dracula I was hooked on vampires! They are sexy, dark, scary, and mysterious. My favorite television show growing up was Dark Shadows. I have seen every Christopher Lee Dracula movie, Hammer Films produced. And yes, I even loved the 1972 American blaxploitation horror cult classic, "Blackula" and "Scream Blackula Scream.
 
While writing the Eye of Saturn series I also created a language called Solsatihel—the language of Saturn. The inspiration for the language came as a result of listening to the 2005 NASA's Cassini-Huygens spacecraft audio recordings of Saturn's intense radio emissions. The recordings had eerie whistling, frightful whooshing, and haunting warbling echoes.

My vampire series incorporates the classic Gothic vampire with magick, the occult, and sci-fi—interweaving the genres into one horrifying vampire tale." 













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Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Night Stalker by Jen Colly



Night Stalker
The Cities Below
Book Six
Jen Colly

Genre: Paranormal Romance 
Date of Publication: March 4th, 2025
ISBN: 9798230571018 
Number of pages: 330
Word Count: 86,000
Cover Artist: Ryan Imbrock

Tagline: He had every intention of crossing a line.

Book Description:

In all honesty, Jake had to give his trip to Paris mixed reviews. Beaten and broken by seemingly invincible men with eerie red eyes marked the low point, but abduction by a sexy, knife-wielding vampire? Better than fireworks on the Fourth of July. She was the best medicine for a wounded man's body and soul. A few busted ribs cost him precious time, but he had to keep moving. Call it vengeance or justice, either way, Jake had a man to kill.

Dulcina had witnessed the destruction left in the wake of demons for far too many years to be rattled by a bloody body. She brought him home and catered to his comfort. Big mistake. The smart-mouth, irritatingly likable man pulled through, and was determined to leave, but with knowledge of other species in his head, the human is a problem.

To stop Jake from escaping, Dulcina promised to help him finish his mission, but the price was steep, and neither were prepared for what they discovered. Secrets are uncovered, and as a Night Stalker charged with protecting all species, Dulcina is forced to make a difficult choice.


Excerpt 2:

Dulcina sat upright, her hand sliding down his chest until she pulled back and let it rest on her own leg. She was thinking things through. He'd thrown a lot at her, and he could see she'd taken it all in, was trying to figure him out.

“What if...” She paused for a moment, her gaze shifting to the door, and then she lowered her voice. “If you could confirm he's here, is there a way to make your countrymen aware of when he returns to the States? Then they can arrest him upon arrival?”

Hope surged though him. “Maybe. It might be a while before he feels safe enough to return. I'd have to keep tabs on him until he got on a plane, and when he does, you'd have to let me make a phone call.”

“I think we could make that happen. I'll help, Jake, but you have to do two things for me,” she said, imperious as she sat atop him. “Number one. If we hit a dead end, you let this go.”

“And the second?” Jake already knew what the last thing was, he just needed confirmation.

“No more trying to escape.”

“Yeah,” Jake said, and even as he said it, he knew he'd be true to his word. He valued preserving her life over taking one of a criminal.

“Trust me,” she coaxed, tilting her head slightly as she looked down into his eyes, a slight crook of a smile on the left side of her lips.

“I'm trying to. How do you think you’re going to find him?”

“I speak French. You don’t. Also, I happen to have a friend well connected to...everything. Airlines, car services, drugs, bars, criminals, humans, vampires, rumors, facts. He would know when your man came in and where he was headed. From there, any movement within the city will be easy for him to track,” she said, her confidence in this man boundless.

“We’ll find him.”

“When can I talk to your guy?”

Dulcina threw her head back and laughed, a wild laugh that made his insides jump to life, all giddy and drawn to her infectious smile. This time, when meeting his gaze, she sent him one of those looks that said he'd lost all sense of reality. A ‘good for you for believing you can fly to the moon on a kite’ kind of a look.

This moment between them was special and he could damn well recognize the rarity. There was intimacy in this sharing of secrets, of planning the future. She was with him on this, one hundred percent at his side.

Thank goodness she'd tied him down, because if he'd been free, he would have flipped her onto her back and kissed her until she sighed. Jake cleared his throat, more so to redirect his thoughts than to gain her attention, but it accomplished both.

She slowly shook her head. “He won’t talk to you.”

“So you'll talk to him?” Jake tried sitting upright, his excitement getting the best of him, but he wasn't going anywhere all trussed up with her still parked on top of him. “He’s your kind, right?”

“It’s not that easy, Jake.”

“I’ll do whatever it takes to get this guy. Tell me what to do,” he demanded. She took a long, drawn-out breath, and for a moment Jake thought he'd lost her. With only a few tools left in his belt, Jake raised his voice to draw her focus. “Hey! Look at me, Dulcie. Want me to be your pet? Fine. Your servant? Done. Anything.”

“Anything?”

He tipped his chin down in a solitary nod. “I need this.”

“What I need,” she said, leaning forward until her face hovered just over his, so close he felt her breath curling over his chin, “is for you to obey me.”

“I’ll polish your damn boots for the rest of my life if you want. Just give me this,” he pleaded through clenched teeth.

“You're not listening, Jake. I'm not asking for shiny boots. I'm asking for your obedience. If I tell you to follow me, you do so without question. If I need you to duck out of sight, you've got to move fast,” she said, and Jake kept nodding along. He was right there with her, agreeing to everything she threw at him. With her help, her trust, he might actually have a shot at catching Tulio, and that was better than the hollow nothing he was living with right now. She continued her list of demands, but slower, “And if I need you to keep that smart mouth of yours shut, you will do so. I can't have you saying the wrong thing at the wrong time to the wrong person and getting us both killed.”

His eyes widened. “That can happen?”

“With certain vampires.” She shrugged lazily. “Yes.”

All he had to do was stop looking at her as jailer, and start thinking of her like she was his captain. Jake was an officer, a SWAT member. Following directives was second nature. On top of it all, she wasn't wrong. He was walking onto a battleground he didn't know how to navigate. She did.

“Yeah, we're good,” he said, nodding his compliance. “I'll follow orders.”

“No matter what, Jake. If you're going to walk at my side out there on the streets, you're going to encounter a way of life you don't understand. That means if a man is attacking me, you don't move unless I say.”

“Listen, if someone is—”

“Nothing. You do nothing. If the situation is bad enough I think I'm in danger, then I will tell you to run. And you will.” At his questioning look, she shook her head to quiet him and continued, “If something happens to me, and demons don't get you first, there will be a kill order out on you. You will need to know where it is safe to seek sanctuary.”

“I'm in. You lead,” he said, though he was a little unsettled by the devious smile that suddenly curled this beautiful woman's lips. He was in for a hell of a ride.




About the Author: 

Jen Colly is the rare case of an author who rebelled against reading assignments throughout her school years. Now she prefers reading books in a series, which has led her to writing her first paranormal romance series: The Cities Below. She will write about anything that catches her fancy, though truth be told, her weaknesses are pirates and vampires.

She lives in Ohio with her supportive husband, two kids, and four rescued cats.













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Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Cover Reveal Doorway to the Sunset by Clemency Crow



Doorway to the Sunset
Feather Down 
Book 2
Clemency Crow

Genre: Middle Grade Fantasy Adventure
Publisher: Crowvus
Date of Publication: 4th July 2025
ISBN: 978-1-913182-20-5 
ASIN: B0DTQ1LXCS
Number of pages: 290 
Word Count: Approx 68 000
Cover Artist: German Creative

Tagline: One girl. Two warring tribes. A deadly predator.

Book Description:

Freya thought life would go back to normal after she forged a fragile peace between the warring bird tribes. But when a terrifying supernatural creature targets her, Freya is pulled back into the hidden world of ancient rivalries and dangerous secrets.

Forced to take refuge among her enemies, she must navigate the icy politics of the owl king’s court and uncover the truth about her mother’s mysterious ties to the tribes. Teaming up with old friends and unexpected allies, Freya embarks on a daring journey to unravel the mystery behind the predator stalking her and stop the forces threatening to destroy everything she holds dear.

Time is running out, the peace is crumbling, and Freya must find the courage to stand tall. Can she unite the tribes—or will she become the next victim of an ancient curse?

Amazon     Amazon UK

Excerpt:

As the creature growled, she was sure its lips curled up into a grin.
Freya managed to find the strength in her feet and dragged herself backwards a step, never taking her eyes from the animal.

When she moved, however, the creature leapt the small fence and landed on the other side. Her side of the fence. There was nothing between Freya and it, and it crouched down and crept towards her, as though it was tracking rats.

Freya was sure that, if she turned to run, it would be faster. Her mind was whizzing through every possibility but, in her fear, she couldn’t make out any sensible thought. Walking slowly backwards, Freya hoped that steady movements would show she was not a threat but, as the creature walked at the same speed towards her, she realised it wasn’t going to attack her because she was a threat. It was going to attack her because it wanted to. There was a light in the narrowing of its eyes as it advanced on her that showed the pleasure it felt in the fear Freya knew she was showing.

Realising she couldn’t escape the animal, she cupped her hand in front of her and a blue flame ignited in her palm. She had learned this from the crows, and had been practising in the last four months, in any idle moment when she was safe at home.

The flame warmed her, but didn’t burn her, and it was enough to stop the creature approaching. It kept watching her, seeing if she would make a mistake with the blue light or trip up. The light glinted in the unblinking eyes and Freya found that she couldn’t take her own eyes off them.

Freya’s heart was thumping in her chest so loud that it made her head pound. One careless step could be the end of this staring contest, and she was sure of the outcome of losing.

In her time with the crows, she had never seen a creature like this before, but she felt certain that it used the same magic she was holding in her hand. It certainly wasn’t natural. She was sure she would remember seeing pictures of a creature like the one before her. The closest think in her memory were drawings of sabre-toothed tigers but, while they had been frightening, there was something about this being that spoke of something more than natural. Something, she was sure, that was supernatural. Something that shouldn’t be prowling towards her right now.




About the Author:

Clemency is a primary teacher in the tip-top north of Scotland, who enjoys reading middle grade adventures as much as she loves writing them.

Growing up in North Lincolnshire, in an old, haunted farmhouse, she developed her imagination from a young age. The garden provided not only plenty of opportunities for play and den building, but a chance to observe the wildlife, which gave rise to her series Feather Down.

When she moved to Caithness at the age of 16, she took her love of birds, nature and writing with her, beginning to develop her abilities as an author.

Clemency began a degree in Astronomy several years ago which she is slowly completing part-time. She has used the knowledge gained from her studies to write books such as “Tour of the Solar System: Not just the 8 planets” and plans to publish many more science books for children.

When Clemency is not writing, she is either gardening, playing with her two energetic spaniels, or looking after her quail and chickens, the latter of which has discovered a new hobby: escape from the coop and raid the orchard Viking-style.

Her upcoming book, Doorway to the Sunset, is the sequel to Taking Wing, and is due to be published by Crowvus on the 4th July 2025.












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Monday, February 24, 2025

Asleep in Coronation Market by Barrington Wright



Asleep in Coronation Market 
Barrington Wright

Publisher: Barrington Wright
Date of Publication: January 9, 2025
ISBN: 979-8896605959 
ASIN: B0DSTDH66P
Number of pages: 194 
Cover Artist: Luxe Dreams Branding Agency

Book Description:

From Jamaica's greatest marketplace comes an unforgettable story of survival, finally told as it was meant to be.

At ninety years old, acclaimed author Barrington Wright presents the definitive edition of "Asleep in Coronation Market"—a powerful tale of youth, resilience, and hope set in the heart of Kingston, Jamaica. After fighting to reclaim his story from misrepresentation, Wright returns with this authorized edition, complete with a new introduction that reveals the remarkable journey behind the book.
 
This gripping narrative follows a young boy navigating life in Jamaica's largest marketplace, where every shadow holds a story and every dawn brings new challenges. Wright's masterful storytelling transforms the bustling Coronation Market into a vivid world of danger and unexpected kindness, drawing readers into an unforgettable journey of survival.

Originally written when Wright was 80, this semi-autobiographical novel captures the authentic pulse of Jamaica with stunning clarity. Now, a decade later, the author's new introduction adds another layer to this already rich narrative, offering insights into his own extraordinary path as an octogenarian author fighting to share his truth with the world.

Amazon     BN

Excerpt:

The hardships of finding food were only surpassed by where to excrete the little he had eaten. There were no public toilets. The streets were too busy and not dark enough for him to empty his body’s waste on the street. So, one night before the market closed, he walked down Darling Street toward the train station. On the way, a lignum vitae tree beckoned him with its inviting branches. He accepted the invitation and climbed to a place comfortable enough to rest and sleep. Most importantly, he could relieve himself at night without anyone seeing him. It was up to people to watch their steps while walking on Darling Street.

About the Author:

BARRINGTON WRIGHT is a native Jamaican. In this novel, he is your tour guide through a segment of Jamaica's overgrown pathway to freedom, where some people were trapped at the bottom of the social pyramid. His path through prevailing experiences on Jamaican plantations and the social environment of Coronation Market is lit by reflection and imagination. He obtained his formal education in Kingston, London, Montreal and in New York City, where he received a postgraduate degree in Public Administration. He retired from public service as Assistant Commissioner at New York City's Department of Housing Preservation and Development. His writing confirms that he retains his interest in complex social issues and his sense of humor.









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