Amazon UShttp://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Violence-Volume-Anthony-Barry/dp/1478139595/ref=la_B008479RWI_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1343693124&sr=1-1
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show 3-11-2013: Beanballs, Beanbrawls and the National League Central Preview
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2013/03/11/the-phil-naessens-show-3-11-2013-beanballs-beanbrawls-and-the-national-league-central-preview/
Sports-Kings Reading Between the Seams managing editor David Whitlock joins Phil to discuss the World Baseball Classic, Beanballs, Beanbrawls, the Yankees injury woes, Chicago White Sox Pitcher Chris Sales new contract and the guys preview the National League Central plus Phil is giving away a free digital copy of Francona:The Red Sox Years plus much much more on Mondays Phil Naessens Show.
History Trivia - Cesare Borgia killed in battle
March
12
538 Witiges, king of the Ostrogoths ended his siege of Rome and retreated
to Ravenna, leaving the city in the hands of the victorious Roman general,
Belisarius.
604 Pope Gregory I died. Saint Gregory was the foremost influence in shaping the medieval papacy, and also reformed the mass, which enabled the development of the Gregorian Chant.
1088 Pope Urban II elected. He is perhaps best known for beginning the Crusade movement.
1507 Cesare Borgia was killed while fighting for the Navarrese king in the city of Viana, Spain.
604 Pope Gregory I died. Saint Gregory was the foremost influence in shaping the medieval papacy, and also reformed the mass, which enabled the development of the Gregorian Chant.
1088 Pope Urban II elected. He is perhaps best known for beginning the Crusade movement.
1507 Cesare Borgia was killed while fighting for the Navarrese king in the city of Viana, Spain.
Monday, March 11, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show 3-11-2013: Beanballs, Beanbrawls and the National League Central Preview
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2013/03/11/the-phil-naessens-show-3-11-2013-beanballs-beanbrawls-and-the-national-league-central-preview/
Sports-Kings Reading Between the Seams managing editor David Whitlock joins Phil to discuss the World Baseball Classic, Beanballs, Beanbrawls, the Yankees injury woes, Chicago White Sox Pitcher Chris Sales new contract and the guys preview the National League Central plus Phil is giving away a free digital copy of Francona:The Red Sox Years plus much much more on Mondays Phil Naessens Show.
The Adventures of Cecilia Spark - The Brimstone Forest - book review
Review of The Adventures of Cecilia Spark- The Brimstone Forest
Dragons, Witches, and a Talking mouse. Oh my!
https://karensdifferentcorners.wordpress.com/2013/03/10/review-of-the-adventures-of-cecilia-spark-the-brimstone-forest/
https://karensdifferentcorners.wordpress.com/2013/03/10/review-of-the-adventures-of-cecilia-spark-the-brimstone-forest/
History Trivia - 1669 Mt Etna (Sicily) erupted
March
11
222 Emperor Elagabalus was assassinated, along with his mother, Julia Soaemias, by the Praetorian Guard during a revolt. Their mutilated bodies were dragged through the streets of Rome before thrown into the Tiber.
537 Goths laid siege to Rome.
1302 Romeo & Juliet's wedding day, according to Shakespeare.
1513 Giovanni de'Medici (Pope Leo X) was elected to the papacy. During his pontificate, he raised the papacy to significant political power and excommunicated Martin Luther.
1669 Mount Etna (Sicily) erupted. 990,000,000 cubic yards of lava were thrown out over four months, destroying a dozen villages. Ashes formed a double cone more than 150 ft high, now called Monti Rossi.
222 Emperor Elagabalus was assassinated, along with his mother, Julia Soaemias, by the Praetorian Guard during a revolt. Their mutilated bodies were dragged through the streets of Rome before thrown into the Tiber.
537 Goths laid siege to Rome.
1302 Romeo & Juliet's wedding day, according to Shakespeare.
1513 Giovanni de'Medici (Pope Leo X) was elected to the papacy. During his pontificate, he raised the papacy to significant political power and excommunicated Martin Luther.
1669 Mount Etna (Sicily) erupted. 990,000,000 cubic yards of lava were thrown out over four months, destroying a dozen villages. Ashes formed a double cone more than 150 ft high, now called Monti Rossi.
Go Indie -- Discover Indie Authors: Authors Who Trash Competitors
Go Indie -- Discover Indie Authors: Authors Who Trash Competitors: My first book was published by Macmillan in 1995. That bestselling book—Electronic Publishing Unleashed—and it’s bestselling follow up—Web ...
Sunday, March 10, 2013
History Trivia - crushing Roman naval victory over the Carthaginians
March
10
241 BC A crushing Roman naval victory over the Carthaginians in the Battle of Aegus ended the First Punic War.
49 BC Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon and invaded Italy.
418 Jews were excluded from public office in the Roman Empire.
1452 Ferdinand II of Aragon was born. The marriage of Ferdinand to Isabella of Castile eventually resulted in a united Spain.
1624 England declared war on Spain.
1629 Charles I began the Eleven Years Tyranny when he dissolved parliament.
241 BC A crushing Roman naval victory over the Carthaginians in the Battle of Aegus ended the First Punic War.
49 BC Julius Caesar crossed the Rubicon and invaded Italy.
418 Jews were excluded from public office in the Roman Empire.
1452 Ferdinand II of Aragon was born. The marriage of Ferdinand to Isabella of Castile eventually resulted in a united Spain.
1624 England declared war on Spain.
1629 Charles I began the Eleven Years Tyranny when he dissolved parliament.
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Special price for a limited time only - Mark Barry novels - kindle edition
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This Week in Tennis 3-9-2013: Equal Rights and Equal Pay for Women!
On this edition of This Week in Tennis Phil laments Tennis Magazines recent use of the title This Week in Tennis by Tennis Magazine on two of their recent podcasts, offers listeners an opportunity to win a free digital copy of the book “Rafa” and talks with guest co-host Craig Doyle about equality for women in sports including receiving equal pay in the sport of tennis.
http://thisweekintennispodcast.wordpress.com/2013/03/09/this-week-in-tennis-3-9-2013-equal-rights-and-equal-pay-for-women/
History Trivia - David Riccio murdered
March
9
1074 Reforming Pope Gregory VII excommunicated all married Roman Catholic priests.
1440 Saint Frances of Rome, founder of the Oblates of Mary, died.
1497 Nicolaus Copernicus 1st recorded astronomical observation.
1566 David Riccio, secretary and advisor to Mary, Queen of Scots, was murdered in the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, Scotland.
1074 Reforming Pope Gregory VII excommunicated all married Roman Catholic priests.
1440 Saint Frances of Rome, founder of the Oblates of Mary, died.
1497 Nicolaus Copernicus 1st recorded astronomical observation.
1566 David Riccio, secretary and advisor to Mary, Queen of Scots, was murdered in the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Friday, March 8, 2013
History Trivia - Pope Celestine III died
March
8
1144 Pope Celestine III, whose pontificate lasted six months, died.
1495 Saint John of God, patron of hospitals and the dying, was born.
1702 Anne Stuart, sister of Mary II, became Queen regnant of England, Scotland, and Ireland.
1144 Pope Celestine III, whose pontificate lasted six months, died.
1495 Saint John of God, patron of hospitals and the dying, was born.
1702 Anne Stuart, sister of Mary II, became Queen regnant of England, Scotland, and Ireland.
In the Midst: Read in the time period? Or not?
In the Midst: Read in the time period? Or not?: Hi, First of all I apologize for not being up to date on my blog writing as other areas of my life seem to have taken over. Second...
The Wizard's Cauldron: Drumsticks and Iron Knights - Sarah Tipper speaks ...
The Wizard's Cauldron: Drumsticks and Iron Knights - Sarah Tipper speaks ...: This week's guest sofa host is Sarah Tipper, writer of "Eviscerated Panda" and interviewed here two weeks ago. Back by pop...
Thursday, March 7, 2013
Moonstruck: Author 2 Author Welcomes MK!!
Moonstruck: Author 2 Author Welcomes MK!!: Welcome Mackenzie Knight to ‘ Author 2 Author’ Blog Chat.Thanks for coming and being a guest out our awesome show A2A, i...
Booksessed: Review - The Briton and the Dane: Concordia
Booksessed: Review - The Briton and the Dane: Concordia: Book - The Briton And The Dane: Concordia by Mary Ann Bernal Published by CreateSpace; January 2013 211 pages Format: Paperback Genres:...
Having read the three previous novels in The Briton and the Dane series, I was anxiously waiting for Concordia to be released. I am have been obsessed with this series; it's wonderful.
I was impressed with how seamlessly Concordia fits with the rest of the series. I didn't reread the other novels in the series, but I did skim some passages I had noted earlier and didn't have to double back. Concordia was a hard novel to put down, but I loved that it drew me in immediately each time I picked it up again. To me, that is the mark of a great book.
While I really liked Concordia the novel, Concordia the character was a different story. She was a very hard character to like because of her impulsive, manipulative nature. While I think part of that is the young age of her character, it was still hard to root for her. Yet at the same time, part of what kept me reading was I had to know if Concordia grew up a bit during all her ordeals.
In Concordia there were so many complex and strained relationships. Chad and Thayer were my favorite characters to read scenes of. They were the most diabolical and trying to figure them out was so enjoyable.
The ending was the most amazing part for me. I wasn't sure how everything was going to come together and the ending completely blew me away. It was unexpected and the more I thought about it, I don't see how things could have ended another way.
I am unsure if this is the last novel in the Briton and the Dane series. If it is, it will be hard for me to say goodbye to these characters, but I will eagerly read anything that Mary Ann Bernal writes. She has a knack for writing characters that is so enjoyable. I cannot recommend this series enough.
Having read the three previous novels in The Briton and the Dane series, I was anxiously waiting for Concordia to be released. I am have been obsessed with this series; it's wonderful.
I was impressed with how seamlessly Concordia fits with the rest of the series. I didn't reread the other novels in the series, but I did skim some passages I had noted earlier and didn't have to double back. Concordia was a hard novel to put down, but I loved that it drew me in immediately each time I picked it up again. To me, that is the mark of a great book.
While I really liked Concordia the novel, Concordia the character was a different story. She was a very hard character to like because of her impulsive, manipulative nature. While I think part of that is the young age of her character, it was still hard to root for her. Yet at the same time, part of what kept me reading was I had to know if Concordia grew up a bit during all her ordeals.
In Concordia there were so many complex and strained relationships. Chad and Thayer were my favorite characters to read scenes of. They were the most diabolical and trying to figure them out was so enjoyable.
The ending was the most amazing part for me. I wasn't sure how everything was going to come together and the ending completely blew me away. It was unexpected and the more I thought about it, I don't see how things could have ended another way.
I am unsure if this is the last novel in the Briton and the Dane series. If it is, it will be hard for me to say goodbye to these characters, but I will eagerly read anything that Mary Ann Bernal writes. She has a knack for writing characters that is so enjoyable. I cannot recommend this series enough.
My Paranormal Life: Psychic Lyn Live Free Readings For You! Tuesday Ma...
My Paranormal Life: Psychic Lyn Live Free Readings For You! Tuesday Ma...: Please give us a call Tuesday the 12th Lyn is a professional Psychic and can get to the bottom of your troubles, whether its love, finances,...
The Phil Naessens Show 3-7-2013: Reading, Writing, Radio and the New York Knicks
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2013/03/07/the-phil-naessens-show-3-7-2013-reading-writing-radio-and-the-new-york-knicks/
On Thursdays Phil Naessens Show Phil shares his love for reading and the radio, book reviews, critics, the New York Knicks and lists the podcasts/radio shows he listens to each and every day.
The Adventures of Cecilia Spark - free Kindle edition March 7 and 8 2013
History Trivia - Aristotle dies
March
7
322 BC The Greek philosopher Aristotle died.
161 the emperor Antoninus Pius died peacefully of fever and was succeeded by his adopted sons Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus.
238 Roman subjects in Africa revolted against Maximinus Thrax and elected Gordian I as emperor.
321 Emperor Constantine I decreed that the dies Solis Invicti (sun-day) was the day of rest in the Empire. 1111 Bohemond I of Tarente, leader of the First Crusade and a prince of Antioch, died.
1274 Thomas Aquinas died.
1530 King Henry VIII's divorce request was denied by the Pope, which prompted Henry to declare himself as supreme head of England's church.
322 BC The Greek philosopher Aristotle died.
161 the emperor Antoninus Pius died peacefully of fever and was succeeded by his adopted sons Marcus Aurelius and Lucius Verus.
238 Roman subjects in Africa revolted against Maximinus Thrax and elected Gordian I as emperor.
321 Emperor Constantine I decreed that the dies Solis Invicti (sun-day) was the day of rest in the Empire. 1111 Bohemond I of Tarente, leader of the First Crusade and a prince of Antioch, died.
1274 Thomas Aquinas died.
1530 King Henry VIII's divorce request was denied by the Pope, which prompted Henry to declare himself as supreme head of England's church.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Carla (and other Green Wizard stories): The Great Unread Classic - Hollywood Shakedown
Bobby's Dove by Matthew Hamilton, illustrated by Cheryl Casey
Bobby is puzzled by a noisy bird who seems to be trying to tell him something. He soon discovers that this little dove has an amazing message for him.
Children love the bouncing lilt of this story just like they love so many Dr. Seuss rhym...es. Bobby's Dove has a joyful message of God's love for children that parents will appreciate.
"This has to be one of the most beautiful little rhyming verse stories that I have ever read. My children don't practice religion, but the little message within this story is wonderfully reassuring - great for the kids, in fact absolutely beautiful! Fantastic short moving story and discussion, accompanied by beautiful illustrations throughout (especially prior to bedtime)." - HRomney
US - http://amzn.to/106NsFS
UK - http://amzn.to/10foBDy
Children love the bouncing lilt of this story just like they love so many Dr. Seuss rhym...es. Bobby's Dove has a joyful message of God's love for children that parents will appreciate.
"This has to be one of the most beautiful little rhyming verse stories that I have ever read. My children don't practice religion, but the little message within this story is wonderfully reassuring - great for the kids, in fact absolutely beautiful! Fantastic short moving story and discussion, accompanied by beautiful illustrations throughout (especially prior to bedtime)." - HRomney
US - http://amzn.to/106NsFS
UK - http://amzn.to/10foBDy
Amazon review:
If you are looking for a book for your children, don't miss out on Bobbie's Dove
!! It is a delightful little story with a tender message that will uplift and
inspire your young reader. Bobbie's Dove will touch the heart of the child and
parent alike. The illustrations are colorful and artistically drawn to catch the
child's eye
The Phil Naessens Show 3-6-2013: LeBron James Implicated in Steroid (PEDS) Scandal.
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2013/03/06/the-phil-naessens-show-3-6-2013-lebron-james-implicated-in-steroid-peds-scandal/
Sports-Kings Pass the Pill managing editor Andy Flint joins Phil to discuss the allegations surrounding LeBron James and steroid use (PEDS), recent injuries and how they effect Fantasy Basketball rosters and the NBA’s Western Conference playoff picture plus much much more on Wednesdays Phil Naessens Show
Booksessed: Review: Hooked by Liz Fichera
Booksessed: Review: Hooked by Liz Fichera: Book: Hooked by Liz Fichera ( Hooked #1 ) Published by Harlequin Teen; January 2013 368 pages Format: E-ARC Genres: Contemporary YA ...
Gladiator's Pen: Gladiator's Pen Reviews: Keldane the Cursed by Jef...
Gladiator's Pen: Gladiator's Pen Reviews: Keldane the Cursed by Jef...: Keldane the Cursed authored by Jeffery Hollar, is a fun quirky tale of a boy who is the son of the greatest wizard in the land, but… i...
Mark Barry on Authors DB
http://www.authorsdb.com/authors-directory/1438-mark-barry
Mark Barry, author of "The Ritual", "Kid Atomic", "The Illustrated Woman", "Hollywood Shakedown", "Ultra Violence" and "Carla", is a writer who writes across genre. He has been writing since he was twenty one, having his first tentative pieces published in 1986 in "Knave" and "Razzle" magazines.
Currently, Mark is a full time fiction writer and author interviewer. He runs a critically praised Author Interview blog called "The Wizard's Cauldron". He has been interviewed on several Radio talk shows - including The Phil Naessens Show-
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2012/11/23/the-phil-naessens-show-november-23-2012-hollywood-shakedown/
http://www.philnaessens.com/apps/blog/show/20300689-book-review-and-radio-interview-hollywood-shakedown-by-mark-barry
http://www.philnaessens.com/apps/blog/show/21140840-book-review-and-radio-interview-ultra-violence-by-mark-barry
where he has given readings of his work. His work has been featured in The Sun and Daily Mail and he has also been interviewed on Television.
Mark resides in Southwell, Nottinghamshire
Currently, Mark is a full time fiction writer and author interviewer. He runs a critically praised Author Interview blog called "The Wizard's Cauldron". He has been interviewed on several Radio talk shows - including The Phil Naessens Show-
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2012/11/23/the-phil-naessens-show-november-23-2012-hollywood-shakedown/
http://www.philnaessens.com/apps/blog/show/20300689-book-review-and-radio-interview-hollywood-shakedown-by-mark-barry
http://www.philnaessens.com/apps/blog/show/21140840-book-review-and-radio-interview-ultra-violence-by-mark-barry
where he has given readings of his work. His work has been featured in The Sun and Daily Mail and he has also been interviewed on Television.
Mark resides in Southwell, Nottinghamshire
History Trivia - birth of Cyrano de Bergerac
March 6
1340 John of Gaunt, 1st Duke of Lancaster was born.
1475 Michelangelo Buonarrotti was born.
1619 Cyrano de Bergerac was born. The real Cyrano was a soldier, duelist, dramatist and satirist, and inspired several romantic legends, the most famous of them Edmund Rostand's play.
1340 John of Gaunt, 1st Duke of Lancaster was born.
1475 Michelangelo Buonarrotti was born.
1619 Cyrano de Bergerac was born. The real Cyrano was a soldier, duelist, dramatist and satirist, and inspired several romantic legends, the most famous of them Edmund Rostand's play.
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Ngaire Elder: Welcome, Mackenzie Knight, the Queen of the Parano...
Ngaire Elder: Welcome, Mackenzie Knight, the Queen of the Parano...: I have been following radio host, Mackenzie Knight, for a number of months and was delighted when she agreed to an interview on my blog. M...
Amazon Review of Carla by Mark Barry
Customer Review
The Phil Naessens Show 3-5-2013: NBA Conference Roundup, Detroit Tigers and Detroit Pistons Chat
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2013/03/05/the-phil-naessens-show-3-5-2013-nba-conference-roundup-detroit-tigers-and-detroit-pistons-chat/
Pro Sports Extra founder Trevor Uren joins Phil to discuss his high school basketball season, the NBA’s Eastern and Western Conferences, the Detroit Pistons and the Detroit Tigers plus much much more on Tuesdays Phil Naessens Show
The Wizard's Cauldron: Sample Chapter from Green Wizard 4: Ultra Violence...
The Wizard's Cauldron: Sample Chapter from Green Wizard 4: Ultra Violence...: Forty. Receding pate. Loose teeth. Failing marriage. Delinquent, uncaring son. Ball breaking psycho boss parachuted in to cut the big ear...
History Trivia
March 5
363 Roman Emperor Julian attacked the Sassanid (Persian)
Empire with an army of 90,000in a campaign which would bring about his own
death.
493 the German barbarian leader Odovacar (Odocacer), who had ended the
Western Roman Empire in 476, was executed at age 59 by the Ostrogoths.
1133
King Henry II of England was born.
1461 Henry VI was deposed by Duke of York
during the War of the Roses.
Monday, March 4, 2013
The Phil Naessens Show 3-4-2013: Is Mike Trout Underpaid and National League East Complete Preview
http://phillipnaessens.wordpress.com/2013/03/04/the-phil-naessens-show-3-4-2013-is-mike-trout-underpaid-and-national-league-east-complete-preview/
Is Mike Trout underpaid? How serious are the injuries to New York Yankee outfielder Curtis Granderson and Cleveland Indians closer Chris Perez plus an in depth complete analysis of every team in the National League East. Joining Phil to do all this is Sports-Kings Reading Between the Seams managing editor David Whitlock.
History Trivia
March 4
51 Nero, later to become Roman Emperor, was given the title princeps iuventutis (head of the youth).
1152 Frederick Barbarossa was elected Holy Roman Emperor.
1193 Saladin died.
1215 King John of England made an oath to Pope Innocent III as a crusader to gain his support.
1461 Battle at Towton: Yorkists defeated the Lancastrians and Edward IV was recognized as king of England.
1492 King James IV of Scotland concluded an alliance with France against England.
51 Nero, later to become Roman Emperor, was given the title princeps iuventutis (head of the youth).
1152 Frederick Barbarossa was elected Holy Roman Emperor.
1193 Saladin died.
1215 King John of England made an oath to Pope Innocent III as a crusader to gain his support.
1461 Battle at Towton: Yorkists defeated the Lancastrians and Edward IV was recognized as king of England.
1492 King James IV of Scotland concluded an alliance with France against England.
Sunday, March 3, 2013
Gladiator's Pen: Editing and chocolate, lots of chocolate
Gladiator's Pen: Editing and chocolate, lots of chocolate: I have been hard at work on the last edit of Don’t Touch in preparation for its March ebook re-launch. Editing for me is hellish. I’ve ne...
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