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Imagine that: even young reindeer experience teen angst!
Meet Fawn, a young deer with famous parents, who longs for adventure and wants to be her own person. Her parents? None other than THE Comet and Vixen. Imagine the pressure growing up in the shadow of Santa Land and this famous pair <wink, wink>. That's exactly what author Al E. Boy imagines in his charming Christmas-themed, 3-book series for middle graders and young adults, The Adventures of Fawn. I'm pleased to partner with Sage's Blog Tours to introduce you to Al's books and meet the author. (Hey, he used to be Santa Claus!) 
Meet Fawn, daughter of Comet and Vixen
About the Books and Series
Title: The Adventures of Fawn Series | Author Al E. Boy | Publication Dates: 2014-2016 | Publisher: Al E. Boy | Pages: 32 | Recommended Ages: 8-18 The Adventures of Fawn series is a coming-of-age tale set in the year 1849. It tells of the adventures of Fawn, the precocious young daughter of legendary reindeer, Comet and Vixen. Initially, she has no friends and spends her days alone in the stable at Santa’s Village. She argues with her parents…wanting the freedom to go outside the Village to explore. But her parents forbid her to go outside by herself. Declaring, “I don’t care how dangerous it is…I want some fun and excitement!” Fawn starts sneaking out each day. She makes friends quite readily, but just as quickly finds herself in dangerous situations. 
Book 1 Til the Last Snowflake Falls introduces the characters and finds Fawn a prisoner of a conniving sea captain intent on capturing arctic animals to sell to a New York City zoo. Book 2 In The Ona Pendulum, Fawn and friends must stop an evil former-elf princess from destroying the device which enables Santa and company to live for hundreds of years. In the process, Fawn learns how young Kristoff Kringle went from making hand-crafted toys in his family’s workshop, to being an icon of Christmas and leader of hundreds of elves. Book 3 In Far And Yet So Near, a mysterious stranger gains control of Santa’s reindeer, who mindlessly march off toward destinations unknown. Fawn and her companions trail them, trying to find a way of freeing them, and encounter dangers along the way. Santa and his wizard friend, Wajic, appear in the nick of time to save the day, but explosions suddenly catch everyone by surprise. The stranger ‘reindeer-naps’ Fawn, and she’s spirited off to England…with no way of knowing if her parents and Santa are still alive, and no way of escaping and getting back to the North Pole
Meet the Author  Al E. Boy
Through almost 40 years as a Santa Claus, Al E. Boy developed quite a repertoire of tales to explain and answer the many questions children ask about Santa, the North Pole, his reindeer, and his friends, the elves.
It was this collection of tales which prompted him to begin writing The Adventures of Fawn. Through the young daughter of legendary reindeer Comet and Vixen, he's been able to weave an exciting, colorful, imaginative world which will delight readers of all ages! Mr. Boy not only hopes you enjoy these tales, but make reading them part of your Christmas traditions, as well. 
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Ahhh...a middle-grade mystery that mixes romance and fantasy. I'm all over that combination. That's why I'm excited to work with BeachBound Books to coordinate a Blog Tour for The Gardenia Curse, by C.M. Savage. The tour will run November 7 - November 28, 2016.
Please read on to meet the author, read an excerpt for her story, and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card and Book Prize Pack. Good luck! 
About the Book
Book Description: Thirteen-year-old Eva Thomas finds herself in a life threatening mystery when her dreams become real. Night after night, she is transported to Dreamland, where an evil being, the Shadow, wants her dead. Can Eva save herself and her dreams before it’s too late? Exhausted from troubled sleep, Eva stumbles through her days in a new town where her grandmother is known as an eccentric and in a new school where a bully has decided Eva needs to be put in her place. Eva is left feeling alone and uncertain until she meets Alice, a quirky classmate with non-stop questions about Eva’s family. Is Alice a friend or is she after something more?
In Dreamland, Eva is constantly on the run from the Shadow, even after she meets Herman, her dream-guide. Will Herman be able to protect Eva from the Shadow and shed some light on why the Shadow wants her dead? Or are Eva’s dreams destined to remain a nightmare?
Mystery, evil and a touch of romance—all in a night’s dream.
"In The Gardenia Curse, Eva’s adventure unfolds like a gardenia blossom, a little at a time, getting more intriguing with each pedal that unfurls until finally the full thing is open to enjoy." - Amazon Review
"The Gardenia Curse is an exciting middle grade fantasy that easily captivates readers with it's imaginative plot and interesting characters." - BeachBoundBooks
"The author really captures your mind and heart. I am looking forward to the authors second book to see what happens next!" - Amazon Review
About the Author
C. M. Savage began writing at a young age. She used a typewriter and crayons to write and illustrate her first book when she was in second grade and continued to write off and on through college. After traveling, she enjoyed working with birds of prey, mammals and endangered Hawaiian birds. She is a second degree black belt in Taekwondo, enjoys crafting and having fun with her family. She recently moved back to Bend, Oregon with her husband and two daughters. The Gardenia Curse is her debut novel. She is now working on the sequel. Blog Tour Prize Pack Giveaway
Prize: One winner will receive a $25 Amazon gift card or $25 PayPal cash prize(winner’s choice), a copy of The Gardenia Curse, and a Book Flower. Giveaway ends: November 28, 11:59 pm, 2016 Open to: Internationally. How to enter: Please enter using the Rafflecopter widget below. Terms and Conditions: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. A winner will be randomly drawn through the Rafflecopter widget and will be contacted by email within 48 hours after the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new draw will take place for a new winner. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. This contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Facebook. This giveaway is sponsored by the author, C.M. Savage and is hosted and managed by Stacie from BeachBoundBooks. If you have any additional questions feel free to send an email to [email protected].
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For more than two decades, my husband, JM, and I share Thanksgiving with a group of Holiday Orphans. Like us, their families are too far away to visit, so we celebrate with this extended family of dear people who live nearby.
One couple loves to mash potatoes and roast turkey. Aren't we lucky! We bring a ton of sweet taties and green-bean almondine casserole. Others contribute dessert, wine, salads, rolls, and more. Everyone pitches in for an amazing feast of food and friendship. 
I’m all for change and doing things in different ways, but I love the customs of this holiday. One year, we brought different side dishes to the Thanksgiving table, but everybody missed those tried-and-true favorites.
Isn’t it funny how little things grow into cherished traditions? Yesterday, I listened to conversations at the salon as I got my hair cut. People recited their Thanksgiving menu and discussed every aspect of their family gathering with the reverence of a sacred litany. It's also a tradition for us to dig out timers and extension cords to set candles in the windows. Their glow beginning Thanksgiving evening kicks off our winter holiday season. And then there are gifts to buy and wrap, cards to address (yep, still do a few personalized, greeting cards), decorations to dress inside the house and around the garden, donations for the food drive, practice for the annual community Messiah concert….the list goes on. I could make myself go crazy trying to do it all. 
But I don’t want to be a captive of The List. I want to take time to savor the here and now. The spirit of giving and gratitude of this beautiful season.
So before the checkout line at Harris Teeter snakes out the door, I want to stop and appreciate this season of gratitude. That includes a huge thanks to YOU for supporting my writing journey.
There's so much in my writing life to be grateful for this year, and YOUR support and encouragement helped me get there. Here's a sample of what's going on:
Sweet T and the Turtle Team The third book in my series for beginning readers is on track for a late-spring print publication. A digital version will not be far behind.
This writing journey is a bumpy road ride, and I am beyond grateful for your company. Could not/would not want to do it without YOU!
Wishing you a terrific Thursday where ever you roam. If you observe this holiday, I hope you are with folk you hold dear and enjoy Thanksgiving together to the max! 
BTW....In the spirit of making time for family and friends, my last blog for 2016 will be 12 December. I'm taking a break to savor the season. Cat's Corner will return on 9 January, ready for a new year, new opportunities, and more good things to come.
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November is a time for giving thanks, and I am so thankful to YOU for supporting my writing. To show my appreciation, I’m excited to announce two special offers:
Visit The Magical Aquarium
The Magical Aquarium goes on sale 5 December, but you can have a sneak peek and pre-order your copy now on iTunes. Can't wait for you and your young readers to see it!
#KidLitJoy ... Kid Lit Community $500 Holiday $Giveaway$ Want help with your holiday spending? I’m teaming up with writer pal C.L. Murphy and a ton of Kid Lit creative pals to spread cheer, find new friends, and host a holiday mega-giveaway of a $500USD Amazon gift card. How'd you like that gift card in your holiday stocking or under your dreidel? ITS EASY-PEASY TO ENTER:
See? Not hard -:D Contact me if you have questions. Good luck, y'all, and thanks for participating! 
TERMS & CONDITIONS: There is NO purchase necessary to enter or win. One winner will be randomly drawn using the Rafflecopter software app within 48 hours and notified by email once the giveaway ends. The winner will then have 72 hours to respond. If the winner does not respond within 72 hours, a new winner will be chosen. Prize valued in US Dollar (USD). Winner must have a valid email address attached to their Amazon account in order to receive eGift card.
#KidLitJoy is sponsored by these awesome Kid Lit creatives:
C.L. Murphy
Cat Michaels Melinda Kinsman Rhonda Paglia Kristen Lamb Stacie Theis Jim Milson Lisé Chase Kimberly Sentek Barbara Mojica Tracy Bryan Peggy McAloon M.L. Barnes Meg Dendler Jill Cofsky Kate Larkinson Rosie Russell Sondra Rhymer E.J. Gore Dynomike Books Rebecca Lyndsey Joyce Mitchell Sarah Hill Sharon Powers Nelson Suit Bonnie Dani Subhash Kommuru D.A. Hawes Laura Lee Scott Thanks for stopping by. Like what you see? Don’t miss a post! Send this blog to your RSS feed or email.
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Brilliant foliage. Grinning jack-o-lanterns. Hot apple crisp. Fall is in the air (for us in the northern hemisphere, that is). To celebrate the season, my writerly pals and I are sharing autumn moments in the C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y Fall 2016 Blog Hop.
Please have a read and enjoy. Then visit the #Gr8Blogs listed at the end of this post for more C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y autumn goodness. Hey, we'd love to have you tag on with your own currently post, too! 
C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y Grateful
Our family missed the brunt of Hurricane Matthew in October. We escaped with only a few anxious moments and tons of rain. However, Matthew ravaged the Caribbean and coastal cities from the Carolinas to Florida. Our neighbors in North Carolina counties south of us experienced devastating river flooding a week after Matthew veered to sea. Homes and schools remain flooded and have been closed as long as three weeks later. Many families lost everything. My heart goes out to everyone who suffered in Matthew’s wake.
C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y Reading
Cracked Magic, by Mari Lumpkin
I love fantasy and girl power, so I hit the middle grade jackpot when I won a copy of Mari’s latest book. Cracked Magic is enchanting in every sense of the word. Kids will LOVE it. Me, too!
C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y Watching
My guilty pleasure: PBS’s season two of Poldark, a combination swashbuckler/adventure/romance set on the stunning Cornish coast in the late 1700s.
Based on books by Winston Graham, the story revolves around the titular hero, who returns from fighting in America’s Revolution to find his father dead, his copper mines and fortunes dried up, and the love of his life engaged to his cousin. Stunning scenery, great acting, and a ripping plot. Aiden Turner, who plays Poldark, caused the UK to come to a standstill in Season 1 with his shirtless scything scene.
Warning: Addictive!
C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y Thinking About
Sweet T and the Turtle Team I’m still polishing Sweet T and the Turtle Team’s manuscript. At 4,000 words, Book 3 in the Sweet T Tales is now at the lower age range for a middle-grade classification; upper end for beginning readers. Just three more elusive chapters to write before moving into production for a spring 2017 publication. Hey, here's a sneak peek at an illustration watercolor artist Irene Jahns is creating. Meet Aunt Mae and Billy; you already know Jenna (center) and Sweet T. Yep. That's a pelican, but you'll have wait to find out why it's with the children (Fuzzy, too!) 
Preliminary sketch: "Sweet T and the Turtle Team" drawn by Irene A. Jahns
C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y Anticipating
The Magical Aquarium A talking whale? A vegetarian shark? You’ll find them and more in The Magical Aquarium, my standalone fantasy chapter book for early readers. I pulled out all the stops and let my imagination run wild. This G-rated yarn is pure fun while reminding children to appreciate the ocean and its creatures. Stay tuned to learn how YOU can pre-order The Magical Aquarium on iTunes! 
Cover art: Natali Snailcat/Shutterstock
Fanastic Beasts This Potterhead must CANNOT WAIT for Newt Scamander and his Fantastic Beasts to open on 18 November. Trailers look amazing, and I long to be carried by JK's magic again! Plus, don't you just adore Eddie Redmayne!
C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y In My Camera Lens
FALL! MORE FALL!! MERCY, I LOVE FALL!!! Hope you'll fall for fall, too, when you join me on a stroll in my part of the world in my 58-second video, Hello Autumn. You bring a warm brew; I'll bring the beignets.
C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y Making me happy
Thanks for stopping by! For more C*U*R*R*E*N*T*L*Y - Fall Moments, visit these #Gr8blogs below.
And hey, if you have your own family-friendly Currently post, please add your link in the comments section. We’ll visit your blog and give you some blog love. Auden Johnson Julie Gorges Carmela Dutra Fairy Tales Imagery Corrina Holyoake
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