Sonic Lost World is now available to enjoy on the PC

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October 29, 2015

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Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas are both multi-platinum and multi-talented artists. Fans of both artists will be excited to learn that they will be joining forces for a can’t miss tour.

“Future Now: The Tour” will visit over 40 cities throughout the United States and Canada. Some of the tour stops include New York City, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Chicago, Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver.

The tour is in support of the success of Demi Lovato’s latest album “Confident” and Nick Jonas’ self-titled debut album. Demi Lovato made us cool this summer with her hit single “Cool For The Summer” and boosting everyone’s self-esteem with her latest single “Confident.” Nick Jonas had us singing along to his smash hit “Jealous” and now learning the levels of love with his latest hit “Levels.”

Here is the full list of “Future Now: The Tour” dates.

Friday, June 24, 2016
Sunrise, FL
BB&T Center

Saturday, June 25, 2016
Orlando, FL
Amway Center

Wednesday, June 29, 2016
Atlanta, GA
Philips Arena

Thursday, June 30, 2016
Charlotte, NC
Time Warner Cable Arena

Saturday, July 2, 2016
Raleigh, NC
PNC Arena

Sunday, July 3, 2016
Virginia Beach, VA
Farm Bureau Live at Virginia Beach

Wednesday, July 6, 2016
Uncasville, CT
Mohegan Sun Arena

Friday, July 8, 2016
Brooklyn, NY
Barclays Center

Tuesday, July 12, 2016
Newark, NJ
Prudential Center

Thursday, July 14, 2016
Camden, NJ
Susquehanna Bank Center

Saturday, July 16, 2016
Hershey, PA
Hersheypark Stadium

Sunday, July 17, 2016
Buffalo, NY
First Niagara Center

Wednesday, July 20, 2016
Boston, MA
TD Garden

Friday, July 22, 2016
Montreal, QC
Bell Centre

Saturday, July 23, 2016
Toronto, ON
Air Canada Centre

Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Washington, DC
Verizon Center

Wednesday, July 27, 2016
Columbus, OH
Schottenstein Center

Friday, July 29, 2016
Louisville, KY
KFC Yum! Center

Saturday, July 30, 2016
Auburn Hills, MI
The Palace of Auburn Hills

Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Rosemont, IL
Allstate Arena

Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Indianapolis, IN
Bankers Life Fieldhouse

Friday, August 5, 2016
St. Louis, MO
Scottrade Center

Saturday, August 6, 2016
Kansas City, MO
Sprint Center

Tuesday, August 9, 2016
Denver, CO
Pepsi Center

Thursday, August 11, 2016
Salt Lake City, UT
EnergySolutions Arena

Saturday, August 13, 2016
Las Vegas, NV
MGM Grand Garden Arena

Sunday, August 14, 2016
San Diego, CA
Sleep Train Amphitheatre

Wednesday, August 17, 2016
Anaheim, CA
Honda Center

Thursday, August 18, 2016
San Jose, CA
SAP Center

Saturday, August 20, 2016
Portland, OR
Moda Center

Sunday, August 21, 2016
Seattle, WA
Key Arena

Wednesday, August 24, 2016
Vancouver, BC
Pepsi Live at Rogers Arena

Friday, August 26, 2016
Edmonton, AB
Rexall Place

Saturday, August 27, 2016
Calgary, AB
Scotiabank Saddledome

Monday, August 29, 2016
Winnipeg, MB
MTS Centre

Wednesday, August 31, 2016
St. Paul, MN
Minnesota State Fairgrounds

Friday, September 2, 2016
Cleveland, OH
Quicken Loans Arena

Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Nashville, TN
Bridgestone Arena

Friday, September 9, 2016
Houston, TX
Toyota Center

Saturday, September 10, 2016
San Antonio, TX
AT&T Center

Monday, September 12, 2016
Dallas, TX
American Airlines Center

Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Albuquerque, NM
Isleta Amphitheater

Friday, September 16, 2016
Phoenix, AZ
Talking Stick Resort Arena

Saturday, September 17, 2016
Los Angeles, CA
The Forum

Citi card members will have access to pre-sale tickets beginning Tuesday, November 3 at 10 a.m. EST through

Citi’s Private Pass Program. For more details on the pre-sale, visit citiprivatepass.com. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Saturday, November 7 at livenation.com.

For more information on “Future Now: The Tour” or to purchase tickets, visit DemiLovato.com and NickJonas.com.

Drake releases ‘Hotline Bling’ video

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October 20, 2015

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Drake debuted the highly-anticipated video for his hit single “Hotline Bling” on Apple Music.

The vibrant colored video has Drizzy showing off some of his dance moves along with women working at a phone sex hotline.

“Hotline Bling” samples D.R.A.M song “Cha Cha” and is currently #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It has been #2 on the Hot 100 chart for two consecutive weeks and is up against The Weeknd’s “The Hills” for the top spot.

Check out Drake’s “Hotline Bling” video here:

What do you think of Drake’s new video “Hotline Bling?”

Book Blitz: Metamorphosis by Jennifer Carole Lewis + Giveaway

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October 19, 2015

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Metamorphosis by Jennifer Carole Lewis

Publication date: February 2016

Genres: New Adult, Paranormal Romance

Synopsis:
Ron McBride thought his life couldn’t possibly get any worse. He’s been physically transformed, hunted across most of North America and is haunted by the failures of his past. Now it looks like he’s about to die in the Canadian wilderness.

When he wakes up in the tiny community of Bear Claw, he thinks he’s died and gone to heaven. Particularly when he meets Lily Charging Bull, a beautiful young woman whose family runs almost everything. But there’s a reason why no one has found Bear Claw before.

Lily and her family are skinwalkers, able to shift between human and animal form. For generations, they’ve protected the lalassu who can’t blend easily with human society, often lethally. The question is, will they offer Ron sanctuary or will he vanish like last year’s snow?

Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26545688-metamorphosis

Author Bio:
Jennifer Carole Lewis is a full-time mom, a full-time administrator and a full-time writer, which means she is very much interested in speaking to anyone who comes up with any form of functional time-travel devices or practical cloning methods. Meanwhile, she spends her most of her time alternating between organizing and typing.

She is a devoted comic book geek and Marvel movie enthusiast. She spends far too much of her precious free time watching TV, especially police procedural dramas. Her enthusiasm outstrips her talent in karaoke, cross-stitch and jigsaw puzzles. She is a voracious reader of a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction and always enjoys seeking out new suggestions.

Author Links:
https://twitter.com/jclewisupdate
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jennifer-Carole-Lewis/266116980245327
http://www.pastthemirror.com/

Blitz-wide Giveaway:

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5 Seconds of Summer release new video for ‘Hey Everybody!’

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October 16, 2015

The pop rock band that brought you hits like “She’s Kinda Hot,” “Good Girls” and “Amnesia,” have released a new music video.

5 Seconds of Summer released a video for the second single from their highly anticipated sophomore album “Sounds Good Feels Good” which will be released October 23 on Capitol Records.

In the video for “Hey Everybody!,” the band can be seen alternating between being hardworking men from Australia to living the life of the rich and famous. Throughout the video, the band is wearing robes, tossing money, riding on segways and even getting in a wrestling ring.

Watch 5SOS’ new video for “Hey Everybody!” below:

Be sure to pre-order their sophomore album “Sounds Good Feels Good” so your ready to rock out on the release date, October 23. Fans who order 5 Seconds of Summer’s upcoming studio album will have early access to purchase upcoming tour tickets.

What do you think of 5SOS’ latest music video for the single, ”Hey Everybody!?” Will you purchase their sophomore album “Sounds Good Feels Good” when its released on October 23?

Book Blitz: 90s Playlist Anthology + Giveaway

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October 14, 2015

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90s Playlist

Authors: Amy Jo Cousins, Audra North, Brighton Walsh,

Jennifer Blackwood, Lorelie Brown, Rebecca Grace Allen

Publication date: October 13th 2015

Genres: New Adult, Romance

Synopsis:
Six stories of sex, love, and being young in the ‘90s, inspired by songs of the decade…

My Strongest Weakness by Brighton Walsh
It was supposed to be a one-time thing. No one would find out; no one would have to know. And then once turned into twice, and twice turned into several times a week, and now pierced, punk-loving, rebellious Tia Lanning is banging Mason Brooks, the big man on campus and Mr. All American. But banging him isn’t the problem. Falling for him is. Especially when he’s content to let her remain his dirty little secret.

Worthwhile by Audra North
Jill didn’t expect her semester in Leeds to start with getting dumped by her boyfriend. Especially since she only came to England to be with him. Two weeks in, all she wants to do is go home. Finding love with someone new is definitely not an option. But when she literally stumbles into grad student Stuart’s arms, her experience abroad becomes a lot more worthwhile.

Creep by Lorelie Brown
Roni lives for the raves in Oakland’s warehouse district. Dancing till dawn in white gloves under black lights breathes life into her soul. Nothing will get her kicked out of her underground world faster than turning over Skittles, her dealer. She refuses to provide info about the underage runaway to his big brother Tom. But Tom is going to find Skittles with or without Roni’s cooperation. But Tom is special. He’s rich, handsome and bold. Roni wishes she was special. And like the rave scene she loves, nothing lasts forever.

Smells Like Teen Spirit by Rebecca Grace Allen
Rory Stone’s days of grunge and poetry are behind her, her reality now in bags of Arabian brew, and counting the change in the tip jar. Can indie singer James Griffith rock her muse back into the present?

The Belle vs. the BDOC by Amy Jo Cousins
Shelby Summerfield is a gold star lesbian, even if she doesn’t look like one. Florence Truong is the only other dyke at Carlisle College in 1993 not wearing plaid flannel, and Shelby sets her sights on seduction. But instead of a delightful tumble in the sheets, Florence calls her out for being a straight girl. With seduction off the table, Shelby settles for revenge for her humiliation. But if all she wants is to show up her campus rival, how come Shelby can’t stop herself from saving Florence instead of annihilating her?

Little Red Thong by Jennifer Blackwood
Emily Jones is ready to embark on the most epic spring break trip of her college career with her bestie, twin brother, and her brother’s best friend, Chase. Chase has been in love with Emily since the eighth grade when she kicked his ass in laser tag. He’s not going to piss away his last chance to tell her how he feels. When the group decides to play a game of Spring Break BINGO that involves body shots, a red thong, and secret hookups, this is the perfect catalyst to get him out of the friend zone. But as things get heated, they have to decide if twenty years of friendship is worth putting in jeopardy because of a game, and what will happen when they hit dry land.

Goodreads:

Purchase:
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http://www.amazon.com/90s-Playlist-Romance-Rewind-Book-ebook/dp/B0157E6688/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1444398804&sr=1-1&keywords=90s+Playlist

Giveaway:
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Book Blitz: Love in the Time of Murder by D. E Haggerty + Giveaway

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Cozy Mystery

Date Published: October 5, 2015

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In Love in the Time of Murder, the Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives face their toughest case yet. Delilah, or Dee as she wishes everyone would just call her already, is the granddaughter of one of the knitting detectives and her life is in a bit of a shambles. She finally manages to pry herself away from her husband’s clutches, move out on her own, and start her own business. But then her estranged husband is found dead and she’s the number one suspect. The Gray-Haired Knitting Detectives aren’t about to let one of their own get sent to the slammer and jump at the chance to search for the true killer. As if Dee doesn’t have enough problems, the knitting detectives decide that Delilah being a widow is the perfect opportunity to find her a new man and decide to put their matchmaking skills to use. Will Dee end up in prison for a murder she didn’t commit or will she be taking another walk down the aisle?

Teasers

Everyone stops talking when I enter the kitchen. Oh great a confrontation. I do so love confrontations; especially when I’m dressed in sleep shorts and a tank top with no bra. It gives me no end of confidence to confront people with my boobs hanging out.

“You can hit Noel if it makes you feel better,” Izzy offers and Noel just shakes his head at her.

I have no idea if she’s serious or not. “Um no, I don’t believe in violence.” Obviously.

“Pick me. Pick me!” Jack shouts as jumps up and down with his hand raised in the air. “I would love to get my hands on Noel,” he says in a provocative voice and winks outrageously. I can’t help but laugh. Damien reaches over and smacks his hand down. “Behave or I’ll throw out your secret Ben & Jerry’s stash.”

“The grandmas scare you? They’re a bunch of old ladies that go to church and knit together. What’s scary about that?”

Tommy shakes his head. “You have no idea what they’re capable of.” I shrug. Is he serious? “They put ex-lax in the brownies at church!”

I don’t like the way Tommy’s acting like a caveman, telling me I’m going to dance with him. And I really, really don’t like the way my hand tingles where he touches it and my belly warms as he pulls me to the dance floor.

Jack shakes his head at me. “You don’t know me yet but know this – I don’t lie. If I didn’t think you were beautiful, I’d be talking about your clothes. Which are atrocious by the way. You do know we have an employee discount, right?”

The detective shakes my kindle. “Why are you obsessed with true crime novels, Mrs. Clark?”

I snort. “I also read shifter romance novels, but I’m pretty sure I’m not a werewolf.” And with that, I’m done. “Am I under arrest?”

“Shoot! I’m going to fry for Brock’s murder.”

“Don’t be ridiculous,” Damien speaks for the first time. “They don’t use the electric chair in Oklahoma. It’s lethal injection.”

“Oh my gosh, this place is fancy,” gushes Martha as we walk in. She notices a few women working at desks behind the glass wall separating the waiting room from the main work floor. “Do you think there are any single gals working here? Bobby needs a wife.” Her eyes zoom in on the receptionist and she marches right on over to her. “Hi! I’m Martha. I’m a matchmaker. Are you single?”

The bouncer shakes his head. “Um no, I can’t let you in.” He points to Grandma and her posse. “They are instant boner killers. Not good for business, man.”

Betty huffs. “You’re going to let in two gay men but not us?”

He shrugs. “I don’t care if the gay dudes want to make a stripper sandwich. But the customers are going to run out of here like their asses are on fire the second this AARP bus arrives.”

About the Author

I was born and raised in Wisconsin, but think I’m a European (and have the EU passport to prove it!). After spending my senior year of high school in Germany, I developed a bad case of wanderlust that is yet to be cured. My flying Dutch husband and I have lived in Ohio, Virginia, the Netherlands, Germany and now Istanbul. We still haven’t decided if we want to settle down somewhere – let alone where. I’m leaning towards somewhere I can learn to surf even though the hubby thinks that’s a less than sound way to decide where to live. Although I’ve been a military policewoman, a commercial lawyer, and a B&B owner, I think with writing I may have finally figured out what I want to be when I grow up. That’s assuming I ever grow up, of course. Between playing tennis, running much slower than I would like, trying to adopt every stray dog within a 5-mile radius, traveling to exotic new locales, singing off tune, drinking entirely too many adult beverages, addictively watching new movies and reading books like they are going out of style, I write articles for a local expat magazine and various websites, review other indie authors’ books, write a blog about whatever comes to mind and am working on my seventh book.

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Protection and Crafting Giveaway

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One lucky winner will receive two awesome prizes! Enter below to win an “Insta-Snap” iPhone 6 case + Screen Protector by Easy-Tech and Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Film Stickers by Sticky Shoot.

Protection & Crafting Giveaway

Prize: 1 Winner will receive the 2 prizes listed below

Sponsored By: Easy-Tech & Sticky Shoot

Hosted By: Heartbeats~ Soul Stains

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1 lucky winner will win these 2 prizes!!!!

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Book Blitz: Wrong by Jana Aston + Giveaway

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October 6, 2015

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26224667-wrong?from_search=true&search_version=service

Wrong by Jana Aston

Publication date:

October 7th 2015

Genres: Adult, Contemporary, Romance

Synopsis:

I have a history of picking the wrong guy. Gay? Player? Momma’s boy? Check, check and check.

Now I can’t stop fantasizing about one of the customers at the coffee shop I work at between classes. It’s just a harmless crush, right? It’s not like I ever see this guy outside of the coffee shop. It’s not like I’m going to see him while attempting to get birth control at the student clinic. While wearing a paper gown. While sitting on an exam table. Because he’s the doctor. Shoot. Me.

But what if, for once, the man I’ve had the dirtiest, most scandalous fantasies about turned out to be everything but wrong?

Wrong is a full-length, standalone novel by Jana Aston

Goodreads:

Purchase:

Amazon:

http://www.amazon.com/Wrong-Jana-Aston-ebook/dp/B015ZZEYWE/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1443801776&sr=1-1&keywords=wrong+jana

B&N:

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wrong-jana-aston/1122731054?ean=2940150895829

Author Bio:

Jana Aston works a really boring day job. Really. Boring. In her spare time she loves to read sexy romance novels, especially if they involve an alpha CEO. Wrong is her first novel.

Author Links:

Goodreads:

http://bit.ly/1NbJZ2I

Facebook:

http://on.fb.me/1M3KNIk

Twitter:

http://bit.ly/1JBnr5E

Newsletter:

http://eepurl.com/bzY1_1

Blitz-wide Giveaway:

The Blitz-wide Giveaway gives you the chance to win an $100 Amazon Gift Card, Classy B*tch Socks and a COACH Wristlet. This giveaway is open internationally.

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Win one of four $150 Walmart Gift Cards from Dropprice

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Enter below for your chance to win one of four $150 Walmart Gift Cards from Dropprice.

Dropprice is an innovative startup that rewards moms for being social. Essentially, they empower moms to drop prices of kids & baby products with a click. The price continues dropping as more moms click “Drop the price.” Every week new promotions are launched and moms drop prices by sharing them on social media. See the chart below to understand the power moms have and how important it is to share with other moms.

In today’s promotion for the Fisher-Price 3-in-1 Elephant, it started out at $44.99 and for each mom that clicks, the price drops a bit. The price will continue to drop for each mom that participates until it reaches $20.00 (56% off).

You can choose to share on social media to get more moms to click “Drop the price”, or you can “Buy Now” at the current price. Keep in mind that when the price gets low, they usually sell out and you will no longer have the chance to buy that item. As an added bonus every item on Dropprice ships for free! Do you want to give it a try? This is such a fun and exciting way for moms to save lots of money by collaborating with each other. If you would like to have a chance to win a $150 Walmart gift card, you can experience dropping the price by following the instructions below.

Giveaway: Win one of four $150 Walmart Gift Cards
All you have to do is help moms drop the price of this 3-in-1 Elephant and you will be entered to win one of four $150 Walmart gift cards. Just click “Drop the price” on the entry form below for a chance to win. For even more entries, share it on your social media networks via the entry form — every time one of your friends also clicks to drop the price, you’ll automatically receive additional giveaway entries! This Giveaway is valid for the United States Only and Entrants must be 18+ years of age to enter. This giveaway event will end at 11:59 PM (EST) 10/20/15. The sponsors are each responsible for shipping of the above prizes and will contact the winners. No blog associated with this contests are responsible for prize fulfillment. This giveaway is in no way endorsed, affiliated, or associated with Facebook, Twitter or any other Social Media Networking Site.

Book Blitz: Shopping for a CEO by Julia Kent + Giveaway

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September 29, 2015

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25935063-shopping-for-a-ceo?ac=1

Shopping for a CEO
by Julia Kent
(Shopping for a Billionaire, #7)
Publication date:
September 29th 2015
Genres: Comedy, New Adult, Romance

Synopsis:

I’m thrilled to be the maid of honor in my friend’s wedding, but the best man, Andrew McCormick, is a chauvinistic pig with a God complex.

And I can’t stop kissing him in closets.

(Don’t ask.)

He’s the brother of the groom and the CEO of my biggest mystery shopping account, but suddenly he’s refusing to be in the wedding. He won’t talk about it. Won’t see reason.

He’s such a man.

And he still won’t stop kissing me in random closets.

(Thank goodness.)

I’m a fixer. That’s what I do. I can fix anything if given the chance. But when the game is fixed there’s only so much I can do.

The ball’s in his court now.

Game on.

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Shopping for a CEO is the 7th book in the New York Times and USA Today bestselling Shopping series. When CEO Andrew McCormick and mystery shopper Amanda Harrington find themselves in the unlikely position as maid of honor and best man in the Boston society wedding of the year, an undeniable attraction and dual stubborn streaks add fuel to the fire in this romantic comedy from Julia Kent.

Goodreads:

Purchase:

Amazon:

http://amzn.com/B011V8NECK

B&N:

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/shopping-for-a-ceo-julia-kent/1122315198?ean=2940152299205

Author Bio:

New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Julia Kent turned to writing contemporary romance after deciding that life is too short not to have fun. She writes romantic comedy with an edge, and new adult books that push contemporary boundaries. From billionaires to BBWs to rock stars, Julia finds a sensual, goofy joy in every book she writes, but unlike Trevor from Random Acts of Crazy, she has never kissed a chicken.

She loves to hear from her readers by email at [email protected], on Twitter @jkentauthor, and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/julia.kent.100. Visit her blog at http://jkentauthor.blogspot.com.

Author links:

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https://twitter.com/jkentauthor

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3238619.Julia_Kent https://www.facebook.com/julia.kent.100

Blitz-wide Giveaway:

The Blitz-wide Giveaway gives you the chance to win a $25 gift card to Starbucks plus a signed copy of Shopping for a CEO by Julia Kent. This giveaway is open internationally and ends on Thursday October 8th, 2015.

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Power 105.1 announces lineup for Powerhouse 2015 at Barclays Center

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New York’s Hip-Hop and R&B radio station, Power 105.1 has announced their star-studded lineup for Powerhouse 2015. The lineup includes today’s hottest Hip-Hop and R&B artists. The concert is taking place on Thursday, Oct. 22 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. The artists performing at Powerhouse 2015 include Kendrick Lamar, Future, Big Sean, Meek Mill, Fetty Wap, Jeremih, Jidenna and Omarion.

Kendrick Lamar is a rapper from Compton, Calif. He’s known for hits like ‘Swimming Pools,’ ‘B*tch Don’t Kill My Vibe’ and latest single ‘Alright.’ Future is a hip hop artist and producer from Atlanta, Ga. He’s known for hits like ‘Turn On The Lights,’ ‘Tony Montana’ and latest hit ‘F*ck Up Some Commas.’ Big Sean is a rapper from Detroit, Mich. He’s known for hits ‘I Don’t F*ck With You,’ ‘One Man Can Change The World’ and latest hit ‘Blessings.’ Meek Mill is a rapper from Philadelphia, Pa. He’s known for hits like ‘I’m A Boss,’ ‘House Party’ and latest single ‘All Eyes On You.’ Fetty Wap is a rapper from Paterson, N.J. He’s known for hits like ‘679,’ ‘My Way’ and chart-topping hit ‘Trap Queen.’ Jeremih is a R&B singer from Chicago, Ill. He’s known for hits like ‘Birthday Sex,’ ‘Don’t Tell ‘Em’ and latest single ‘Planes.’ Jidenna is a singer-songwriter from from Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. He’s known for the chart-topping hit ‘Classic Man.’ Omarion, is a R&B singer from Inglewood, Calif. He’s known for hits like ‘Ice Box,’ ‘O’ and latest hit ‘Post To Be.’

Power 105.1’s Powerhouse 2015 presale begins on Wednesday, Sept. 2 at 10 a.m. EST until Thursday, Sept. 3 at 10 p.m. EST on LiveNation.com using the keyword: POWER. Tickets go on-sale to the public starting on Friday, Sept. 4 at 10 a.m. For more information and to purchase tickets for Power 105.1’s Powerhouse 2015, visit power1051fm.com/.

Cover Reveal: True Born by L.E. Sterling

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September 23, 2015

It’s my pleasure to reveal to you the cover of the first book of the True Born series, True Born
by L.E. Sterling.

True Born

by L.E. Sterling

Release Date: 05/03/16

Entangled Teen

304 pages

Summary from Goodreads:

Welcome to Dominion City.

After the great Plague descended, the world population was decimated…and their genetics damaged beyond repair.

The Lasters wait hopelessly for their genes to self-destruct. The Splicers pay for expensive treatments that might prolong their life. The plague-resistant True Borns are as mysterious as they are feared…

And then there’s Lucy Fox and her identical twin sister, Margot. After endless tests, no one wants to reveal what they are.

When Margot disappears, a desperate Lucy has no choice but to put her faith in the True Borns, led by the charismatic Nolan Storm and the beautiful but deadly Jared Price. As Lucy and the True Borns set out to rescue her sister, they stumble upon a vast conspiracy stretching from Dominion’s street preachers to shady Russian tycoons. But why target the Fox sisters?

As they say in Dominion, it’s in the blood.

About the Author

L.E. Sterling had an early obsession with sci-fi, fantasy and romance to which she remained faithful even through an M.A. in Creative Writing and a PhD in English Literature – where she completed a thesis on magical representation. She is the author of two previous novels, the cult hit Y/A novel The Originals (under pen name L.E. Vollick), dubbed “the Catcher in the Rye of a new generation” by one reviewer, and the urban fantasy Pluto’s Gate. Originally hailing from Parry Sound, Ontario, L.E. spent most of her summers roaming across Canada in a van with her father, a hippie musician, her brothers and an occasional stray mutt – inspiring her writing career. She currently lives in Toronto, Ontario.

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Cover Reveal: The Keepsake (The Empress Chronicles #2) by Suzy Vitello

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September 22, 2015

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This is just what fans of the first book in The Empress Chronicles series have been waiting for and what any historical fiction book lover would adore.

It’s my pleasure to reveal to you the cover of The Keepsake (The Empress Chronicles #2) by Suzy Vitello.

The Keepsake (The Empress Chronicles #2)

by Suzy Vitello

Release Date: December 1st 2015

Summary from Goodreads:

In this second Empress Chronicles book, Liz and Sisi continue their intertwined journey through time. On the heels of discovering a magical locket in the empress diary, Liz comes to understand its very special power: the wearer must speak the truth. Not only that, but it turns out that there are three lockets, each with their own magic and power.

Meanwhile, Sisi realizes that she’s communicating with a girl who lives 150 years in the future. A girl who knows what awaits her if she marries the emperor: lack of personal freedom and a legacy that will refer to her as the “reluctant empress.”

With the world’s future hanging in the balance, the two heroines must work together to thwart Lola, whose ambition to rule the Habsburg Empire will rewrite history, and lead to a terrifying new version of reality.

Book One:

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About the Author

Suzy Vitello is a proud founding member of a critique group recently dubbed The Hottest Writing Group in Portland, and her short stories have won fellowships and prizes (including the Atlantic Monthly Student Writing Award, and an Oregon Literary Arts Fellowship).

Suzy’s young adult novels, THE MOMENT BEFORE and THE EMPRESS CHRONICLES are available wherever books and ebooks are sold.

An e-chapbook of some of her stories, UNKISS ME, can be found here

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Theater Review: Tyler Perry’s ‘Madea on the Run’ at Beacon Theatre

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September 11, 2015

Tyler Perry’s “Madea on the Run”
on Beacon Theatre’s Marquee – Tempestt Patterson/flickr.com/photos/temppattThe multi-talented Tyler Perry brought back Madea for seven must-see performances at the Beacon Theatre. The stage play was titled ”Madea on the Run.” This was Tyler Perry’s first time back to the historic Beacon Theatre in 10 years. I had the pleasure of attending the last show of the seven Beacon Theatre performances.”Madea on the Run” is a hilarious yet inspirational message filled play starring Tyler Perry as the no nonsense Mabel ‘Madea’ Simmons. Madea is in trouble with the authorities a.k.a. popo and is now on the run. She moves in/hides out at her friend Bam’s house who’s recovering from having hip replacement surgery. While helping take care of Bam, it becomes obvious that Bam’s family is in need of some help in the form of tough love only Madea can provide. The life lessons shared are sure to hit home with audience members.

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Tyler Perry’s “Madea on the Run” – Tempestt Patterson/flickr.com/photos/temppatt

This play features new music written by Tyler Perry as well as soulful performances of some R&B classics. ”Madea on the Run” also features the talents of Cassi Davis, Maurice Lauchner, Tony Hightower, David Stewart, Jr., Rhonda Davis, Claudette Ortiz, Latoya London, Judith Franklin and Dorsey Levens. ”Madea on the Run” will have you laughing and singing throughout and leave you feeling good and uplifted.

New Yorkers who unfortunately missed the Beacon Theatre run can see the stage play during its four performances at Kings Theatre in Brooklyn. The four performances are Nov. 19 through Nov. 22. For the full list of tour dates and to purchase tickets, visit ticketmaster.com.

Disclosure:
This is a live review of Tyler Perry’s ‘Madea on the Run’ play from Sept. 6, 2015 at 7:30 pm at Beacon Theatre. I was not compensated for this post. Reviews are based on personal opinion and not influenced in any way. Comments concerning reviews from attendees about their opinion is encouraged and welcome through the comment board.

Fresh 102.7’s second Fresh Fall Fest is coming to Beacon Theatre

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September 2, 2015