YA: Now Trending Guest Post by Leigh Michael

Now Trending: YA mythology
(Guest Post by Leigh Michael)

The love of dystopia, steampunk, vampires, and things that go bump in the night are trends that are still going strong (as they should). Thanks to authors like Rick Riordan, P.C. Cast, and Josephine Angelini, mythology is a YA trend that has also made a name for itself.

Here’s 3 reasons why I believe mythology is worth the hype.

1. Writing mythology is two-fold: an impressive imagination and extensive amounts of research. I personally love this combination that’s seen in various genres.

2. As we all know… Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades are the three main Greek Gods. Which means, there’s potential for story lines in the sea, the underworld, and all of earth’s land and sky. Really makes ya question the saying, “the sky’s the limit.”

3. Sure, there’s Greek Mythology (as I just mentioned), but that’s just scratching the surface. In fact, mythology is defined as “A collection of myths belonging to a people and addressing their origin, history, deities, ancestors, and heroes.” In other words, lots of fun variations, prophecies, and adventures to behold.

So are you ready to dive into mythology? Below are a few books that aspire to be hot buttons in the YA mythology trend. Pick ‘em up and become a part of this growing genre. Plus, enter to win 5 of the books below in a YA mythology book giveaway.

 

Annabelle’s Story by Leigh Michael! Free 30th & 31st July. DO NOT MISS IT!

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Annabelle’s Story by Leigh Michael

Annabelle Walsh thought she had it all. She was the star of her swim team, had a loving family, a great boyfriend, and to top it off, she’d be starting at UCLA in the fall. One day, she’d be referred to as Dr. Annabelle Walsh.

She was living every girl’s dream – until her life was turned upside down. All starting with finding out that she’s not just a human, but also a water spirit. Half-human, half-sprite to be exact. Although not just any sprite, Annabelle is prophesied to be the only one who can save both the sprites and mankind.

With a mix of current events, anecdotes from Greek mythology, tidbits of folklore, and Leigh’s own imagination, we join Annabelle in her journey to restore order beneath the sea. Each step of the way her mind, body, and soul are pushed to the limit begging the question, how much can one half-human, half-sprite take?

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**Free Book! One Day Only** Star Bright by Christina OW.

“Someone won’t be winning parent of the year anytime soon either.” The edge of his lips rose in half a smile. He looked at her and then at his sleeping daughter, he loved seeing them like that, they looked perfect.
Maria stared at him, a smile automatically dominating her face. “Your parenting skills are contagious.”

Maria’s fear and hate for men is solidified by Ricky’s abuse and his obsession to kill her. In an effort to save her son, she runs away and crosses paths with Dave, a man going through his own tribulations with his wife. He is determined to protect her, and to show her that not all men are evil and that true love does exists. And he in turn, finds a woman worthy to be a mother to his daughter, and his wife.
But their dream of having a loving family is short lived when a ghost from Maria’s past comes back to take it all away from her in the most brutal and torturous way.
But Maria isn’t alone anymore and most importantly, her father finally shows up to do what he was supposed to five years ago. Protect his daughter.

You can collect for free book on amazon for Kindle HERE today July 12th, US only I’m afraid.

You can also read more about Christina OW on All You Can Read Club

Lauren x

**Winners of Star Fire Giveaway**

So here are the winners.

5th place Louise Finnie

4th place Emma Harris

3rd place Marianne @Parawhore_tmi

You all win a Knight Trilogy Magnet!

 

2nd place Kate @ SparklyGuider wins a signed post card from each book -The Forest of Adventures, Beloved and Star Fire!

 

and……..

1st place Crystal at Crys Book Reviews wins The Whole Ebook Trilogy!!

 

CONGRATS guys!

 

Please email us at secretlivesoffictionlovers@gmail.com or DM us on twitter with your postal addresses and first place winner we will need your email address to pass on to Katie

McSwain & Beck interview the star of Lightmasters: Number 13, JESSICA T. WYRD

Read this fabulously unique interview with the character Jessica T. Wyrd from M.G. wells’ “Lightmasters: Number 13”!

McSwain & Beck interview the star of Lightmasters: Number 13, JESSICA T. WYRD.

The best 50 Shades Fan ever!!!!

 

Totally had to share this! 

 

Has your mother or grandmother read 50 Shades of Grey or asked to borrow it? What was your reply?

 

Lauren x