☼ A Place In The Spotlight ☼ with M.C.V. EGAN: April 2025

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

The Killer on the Heath The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 1 by Karen J. Mossman Genre: Paranormal Thriller

Cassie uses her clairvoyant powers

to help her detective brother solve crime…

but will she find the answers in time?

The Killer on the Heath

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 1

by Karen J. Mossman

Genre: Paranormal Thriller

A woman is dead, and another is missing. The only person who can save her is Cassie.

With no clues and time running out, her brother, Detective Newbold, desperately needs her help. He is counting on Cassie’s clairvoyant and empathic abilities to locate Chantelle.

When Chantelle’s brother, Pedro, seeks out a psychic for help, he meets and falls for Cassie. Though he wants answers, neither Cassie nor Detective Newbold can give any, which complicates their relationship. To make matters worse, his overbearing mother adds further damage with her meddling.

Meanwhile, the killer has been caught, but he refuses to talk. Now, it’s up to Cassie to read the signs and rescue her lover’s sister.

Will she find the answers in time?

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The Sound of Evil

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 2

When two best friends vanish without a trace, Cassie Newbold joins forces with her brother Detective Inspector Seb Newbold, to track them down. A risky move almost ends in disaster, leaving Cassie shaken and acutely aware of her near-fatal mistake. Luckily, it also leads to the arrest of Ronnie Gunner.

With the suspected kidnapper in custody, his chilling laughter still echoes in Cassie's mind. As she takes Ronnie Gunner's hand, a vision reveals every depraved thing he had done. Will she ever be able to escape the haunting images now seared into her memory? Ultimately, will it bring her any closer to where the teenagers are being held?

With a terrifying paranormal encounter to deal with first, can Cassie lead her brother to the right location and solve the case?

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The Ghost on the Stairs

The Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Book 3

When a man-mountain of a guy walks into a café and asks for you by name, you sit up and take notice. Cassie instantly feels attracted to the charming Damien Mathers.

He wants her help to banish a ghost from the home of his brother Daniel. Even as Cassie explains, she is a clairvoyant, not an exorcist. Damien is very persuasive!

Their relationship blossoms despite the scepticism of the brothers. When Daniel’s wife Rachel refuses to move in, her fear is palpable as she points at the shadowy figure lingering on the stairs.

Cassie must intervene and find out why the apparition is reliving the day of her death. She soon finds another ghost lurking in the attic, one that and does not appreciate Cassie’s interference.

As things turn bizarre, with spectral figures making their presence felt. Cassie fights for control as the two worlds collide in a horrifying and chaotic way.

Will Damien believe a sight so shocking, so surreal, it threatens to shatter his perceptions? Or has Cassie gone a step too far in her expectation of him?

Read this thrilling instalment and judge for yourself.

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No Ghosts Here

A Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Short Story

When a young woman kills herself, it is the method that is most horrifying. Why did she choose to set fire to herself?

Clairvoyant Cassidy Newbold helps bereaved families find closure. It doesn’t surprise Cassie when Sandra, the mother of a headline suicide case, approaches her for answers. But what are the questions?

As Cassidy nears the site of the suicide, will she be able to connect with the victim? Or are no ghosts here to tell their tale?

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The Séance

A Cassidy Newbold, Clairvoyant Collection Short Story

Cassidy Newbold is a clairvoyant and empath who refuses to work on All Hallow Eve, but why?

In this short story, we discover the events that still haunt Cassie. As she recalls a séance that went wrong, we learn why she refuses to tamper with ghosts at Halloween.

The truth behind why she refuses work on this day of paranormal activity.

Was it Cassie’s fault? Was it the thinning of the veil between worlds?

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Karen J. Mossman is an avid reader, reviewer, book blogger, and award-winning, multi-genre writer. She became a professional author in 2014, and since then, she has more than 27 published titles to her credit. These include anthologies, short stories, novellas, novels, and series.

She lives on the small island of Anglesey with her husband and two dogs.

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Tuesday, April 29, 2025

A Voice in the Mind by Bruce M. Perrin

The Mind Sleuth Series

Psychological Thriller

Date Published: April 29, 2025

Randy Hutton had fallen on hard times. He had lost his management job in customer service, “a victim of technology” as his manager had put it during his exit interview. Randy, however, described it as being ousted by little more than a glorified answering machine.

His wife, Isabella Perez-Hutton, on the other hand, was the up-and-coming star at Breakthrough Systems, leading a project that would help artificially intelligent computer systems work with their human counterparts. All the smart machines needed, she reasoned, was a better understanding of the strengths—creativity, intuition—and limitations of their human coworkers.

The irony of the couple’s situation—she building better, faster, smarter technology—and him displaced by a simple form of it wasn’t lost on either of them. That irony, however, wasn’t the reason for the violence that surrounded Isabella at work—a suicide, a demolished lab, a murdered programmer. Rather, the justification for those acts came from a voice deep within Randy’s head, a voice that tormented him endlessly, making sleep impossible and retaliation against those who would destroy him his only sanctuary.

And although Isabella’s new friend, Nicole Veles, came to suspect Randy, would it make any difference? Because by the time she came to this position, husband and wife were deep in the Colorado wilderness and Randy had killing on his mind.

A Voice in the Mind is part of The Mind Sleuth Series

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About the Author

If you’re interested in what I’m like in something more detailed than what will fit in this space, I’d say, buy any of my books. That overly analytic guy (read geek) is me. OK, I’ve never saved the day like the heroes in my books, but we think alike. I’m interested in technology and psychology (my formal background) and enjoy writing about where they meet, now and in the future. In addition to pounding the keyboard, I like to tinker with home automation and I’m an avid hiker. When I’m not on the trails, you’ll find me at home with my wife and our dog in Aurora, CO.

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Daemones Ex Machina by Russell Anders

Cyberpunk/Urban Fantasy Fiction

Release Date: July 23rd, 2025

Publisher: Acorn Publishing

If you make a deal with the Devil, don’t forget to read the fine print.

Three operatives find themselves on the run after a corporate sabotage job goes awry. Now, their predatory employer, a heavyweight weapons-tech firm, wants its elite A-team dead at all costs. Jon is a smooth-talking charmer. Friedrich is a hacker prodigy. And Guion is the ice-cold tactician who keeps them all in line.

Backs against the wall, the men strike separate infernal pacts to stay alive. They vanish into the urban badlands of New York’s Five Hives, vowing to lie low and figure out why they’ve become targets. Meanwhile, Jon suspects there’s an insidious evil possessing his friends, and he wonders if they all got more than they bargained for.

Amid an escalating war between local gangs and the firm’s private shock troops, the fugitives uncover a conspiracy that threatens to destroy everyone they know and love. But can they stop the destruction before their inner demons seize control?

About the Author

At the age of four, Russell Anders started telling stories, often interrupting his mother during bedtime reading to ask, “Then what happened?” She always answered, “You tell me,” and his imagination conjured fantastical tales of dragons and dinosaurs.

He gravitated toward a career as a technical writer and writing coach for software companies. He also briefly served as a columnist for Dragon Magazine. One of his favorite hobbies includes tabletop role playing, especially as the game master. And yes, he's as cruel to the characters in his games as he is to the characters in his books; his players love him for it.

Russel lives with the constant canine companionship of whip-smart but goofy Sigurd, an English Mastiff (the best breed ever).

Daemones ex Machina is his debut novel.

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Come With Me on the Yellow Brick Road

Women's Fiction / Inspirational / Self-Help

Step onto the Yellow Brick Road with Leslie Zeidel in Come Along with Me on Our “Yellow Brick Road”, an uplifting and heartfelt novel inspired by the timeless magic of The Wizard of Oz. Through the eyes of three generations of resilient women, you’ll experience their struggles, fears, and triumphs, ultimately learning how life’s greatest obstacles can transform into extraordinary strength.

This captivating story can be read through a religious lens, a spiritual healing journey, or simply as an intimate portrayal of family connections, bridging generations through shared wisdom and understanding. As our world grows increasingly chaotic, readers young and old will find comfort, courage, and inspiration in Leslie’s beautifully woven narrative, designed to help you move beyond your fears, embrace joy, and navigate life’s uncertainties with newfound confidence.

Part one of a compelling fictionalized trilogy drawn from the author’s own life, this book intertwines real-world experiences with the enchanting metaphor of Dorothy’s Yellow Brick Road. Join Leslie as she introduces characters that mirror beloved friends from Oz, guiding readers on their own path toward inner peace, fulfillment, and victory.

About the Author

Leslie Zeidel, author of Come Along with Me on Our “Yellow Brick Road”, is a compassionate storyteller, innovative businesswoman, and dedicated advocate for turning personal trauma into strength. Her richly layered narratives draw from a lifetime of impactful experiences, connecting deeply with readers seeking healing, inspiration, and inner peace.

About Leslie

Leslie holds a Master’s Degree from Columbia University and founded InSpeech in 1978, revolutionizing speech therapy delivery to institutions nationwide. Driven by her heartfelt philosophy—“To have a part, To speak directly from the heart, a city in mind… To Give, Take, and Live,”—Leslie transformed her vision into reality, building and taking her company public within a decade.

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Monday, April 28, 2025

Tough Karma: A Race Against Time The Karma Series Book 1 by Laura Simmons Genre: Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy

A chilling tale of loss, tragedy, psychic warfare, and eternal love.

Tough Karma: A Race Against Time

The Karma Series Book 1

by Laura Simmons

Genre: Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy

“Tough Karma - A Race Against Time took my preconceived idea and previous experience of Paranormal Romance, rolled it into a tight little ball and slam dunked it in the bin of old experiences.” The International Review of Books

A chilling tale of loss, tragedy, psychic warfare, and eternal love.

Amber Macklin’s world is cruelly shattered when she loses her baby girl three months after her husband’s sudden death. Her cousin, Bryce, comes to her rescue, moving her into his home for fear she will kill herself from the grief. He provides solace and a shoulder to cry on, and he has loved her as more than a cousin for a long time. Amber and Bryce soon discover they are not blood relatives, which opens the door for romance as he pulls her through her darkest hours. When Mike, a college friend of Bryce’s, stops by to visit, Amber senses a deadly secret behind his nice guy persona. She has a frightening dream that Mike is trying to kill her and recurring sleepwalking episodes where she draws detailed pictures of him torturing her. Deeply troubled, Bryce uses his ability to astral travel to investigate Mike and uncover his terrifying past. Mike has had his eye on Amber for some time, and when he learns that Bryce and Amber have become lovers, he is furious. Mike abducts Amber and takes her to his rural Georgia hideaway, and Bryce must rely on his astral abilities to track her down. But will he be too late?

Tough Karma is a stand alone novel. The astral adventures continue in Dark Karma: Sword of Vengeance.

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Dark Karma: Sword of Vengeance

The Karma Series Book 2

“Dark Karma is a fascinating story that would surely be loved by any fan of fantasy and romance. Simmons proved herself a competent author in writing a tale of angst, magic, and determination." Reader Views

What would you do if you woke up one morning and your world was inexplicably changed in the worst way imaginable?

Banished by his enemy into a hellish alternate dimension, Luke Decker fights to understand why his world has suddenly changed, and why is he on trial for the murder of his beloved Nina? What he doesn’t know is she’s not dead. Nina watches him vanish into thin air and is completely bereft, struggling to find out how and why he disappeared. Using all of her psychic talents and traversing the astral realm, she frantically searches for him to no avail. She owns a secret item which holds the key to his salvation, but will she figure it out before he’s condemned to live the rest of his life in a realm of darkness?

This remarkable tale of vengeance, time travel, and dark magic is even more enjoyable if you read Tough Karma: A Race Against Time first.

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Karma: The Resolution

The Karma Series Book 3

This story picks up where Dark Karma left off. Enjoy the next thrilling adventure into alternate dimensions!

“From the first time I saw you back in the 14th century to the day I was imprisoned in the dark realm, you have lived in my dreams and my heart,” David said to Maddie. He knows that she is the reincarnation of his beloved Cara. Can he convince her that they shared a past life? Will she still want him once she learns the truth? And what about the evil immortal who wants her dead?

“If I can pull a cat from a dream, I can rescue Mori from where she’s being held prisoner,” thought Noah Colton. Each night Mori comes to him on the astral plane, begging for him to save her and vanishing before he can follow. Terrified that she will soon be killed, he travels to another dimension to rescue her and bring her to his home. But what will happen when her captors track her down?

Two, out-of-this-world romantic fantasy stories unfold as David and Noah battle dark forces to save the women they love. Find out what happens when the unexpected intervenes and changes everything in these interconnected stories.

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Little Bits of Karma

The Karma Series Prequel

A captivating reincarnation romance of redemption and forgiveness.

Even though Holly O’Rourke is having problems with her longtime significant other, James, she has never entertained thoughts of infidelity…that is, until the day she has a chance encounter with Charlie, a handsome coworker. James promises he will change and work on their relationship, but Holly’s feelings for Charlie just won’t go away. Distressed by her mixed emotions, Holly schedules an appointment for a reading with a psychic medium, where she discovers her adulterous past lives and their tragic consequences. Holly learns to do her own past life regression through self-hypnosis and uncovers not only lives that she shared with James and Charlie, but how the other people in her present life have been with her in the past—the threads of their lives interwoven for centuries. Holly is stunned by recurring themes and the issues of karmic justice that need to be addressed. Where will her karmic path ultimately lead? Find out in Little Bits of Karma, an entertaining new book about spiritual cause and effect.

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Laura Simmons grew up in northern Virginia and spent most of her career working for various Department of Defense contractors in the Washington, DC area. She has a fascination with all things metaphysical and mysterious. She enjoys adult coloring books, writing, jigsaw puzzles, arts and crafts, and vacationing at the beach.

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Persephone’s Pool by Marie Montine Genre: SciFi Crime Thriller

New Age Crime Thriller That Will Leave You Breathless From Shock And Excitement!

'Sci-fi and mystery readers shouldn't miss this one!'

- Readers Favorite

Persephone’s Pool

by Marie Montine

Genre: SciFi Crime Thriller

"The settings and the unusual killings make for compelling, often unexpected material...A detailed, futuristic detective story that is anything but typical." - Kirkus Reviews

"A scrumptious mix of suspense, mystery, and intrigue makes Persephone's Pool a delightful treat that sci-fi and crime lovers will relish." - Pikasho Deka for Readers’ Favorite

Seven meets Lucy in this New Age Crime Thriller that takes investigators to different crime scenes on multiple planets on a dangerous, mythological game of cat and mouse!

A hundred years from now people can visit any planet in the solar system and take a vacation.
Despite all of the technological advancements, a new craving emerges: spirituality.
With the Age of Aquarius on the threshold, intergalactic murders involving mythology begin.
And it's up to two investigators to find out why.
But the further they get into their investigation, the more dangerous the game becomes.

'Author Marie Montine repeatedly pulls the rug out from under your feet with a plot featuring multiple twists and turns you never see coming. The reveals are unexpected and shocking. What impressed me is how Montine provides each character with enough urgency and distinct personality traits so that the reader is completely invested in their story arcs. The setting feels believably futuristic, which makes the story very immersive. You don't know if your favorite characters will make it out alive, and it keeps you on the edge of your seat. Sci-fi and mystery readers shouldn't miss this one!' - Readers Favorite

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Marie Montine's work includes paranormal horror, supernatural sci-fi, and dark fantasy. But there's always one major theme in her stories: the power of love.

Many readers and reviewers have claimed Marie Montine is an author to watch for.

Red River won an award for best romantic suspense with ChickLit Cafe.

She recently finished writing Persephone's Pool, an intergalactic crime thriller released on April 8, 2025.

The author is also a level one student with CAAE and you can find her love of astrology woven into stories like Midnight on Mars and Persephone's Pool.

Marie lives and works in northern Canada with her husband and poet, Alvin J Beck, and their dogs, Luna and Mya. When she is not working or writing, she enjoys gaming and getting cozied up with her husband and dogs watching movies or tv series.

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Diving Into the Beloved by Lark Compton

Poetry, Art

Date Published: 10-14-2024

Publisher: Infinite Heart Publications

The Timeless Dance of Love and Devotion

These poetic verses explore the timeless and transcendent nature of love, where beauty and devotion surpass the boundaries of time and space. The writer evokes a cosmic connection between two souls, celebrating love as an eternal, infinite force that binds them together in a dance of passion and unity.

Excerpt

Hands of the Clock

Beloved, when I'm with you

the hands of the clock tremble.

Your beauty stuns them

and their raison d'etre disappears through a crack in time

like the intoxicated bee whose ecstatic nectar-drinking

made him forget to fly before the lotus blossom closed for the evening.

I too am in No Man’s Land after tasting you.

Like the hands of the clock, your beauty has stopped a thing within me.

I only seem fit to write rogue love poems

and sing tavern songs of intoxication and wonder.