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Review of NyteBeauti by Kristin Roisin

I've always been a fan of vampire books but most of them have the same general storyline...however NyteBeauti takes you deep into a world of fantasy where anything is possible. It is unlike any vampire book I've read with some unique twists that I found very refreshing. I couldn't stop reading.

I give it a four and a half stars. ****1/2

--Joanie Fulton, Author of Spawn of Satan
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*Small spoiler Alert*

NyteBeauti by Kristin Roisin was a fantastic read. A great plot with enthralling characters, you will be anxious to find out what Desta must endure next.

Desta awakens with no memories of her past. Each night the only thing she knows is an unexplainable hunger. Her memories show men with evil eyes and it only causes her an increased sense of fear with each remembering.

Lucky enough to have found a sanctuary in the basement of a church, a priest offers her a wine that helps to quench her hunger. Each night after her meal, she wanders out into the night, hoping to find the answers to her past.

She finds herself at the same tavern each night, and is surprised that it offers her a sense of safety. She ventures to the back of the tavern where she finds a beautiful lake, which gives her a sense of peace. She realizes it is the lake they call "Vampire Lake". She remembers the tale that a great priest blessed the lake and it was where many of the vampire kind, her kind, would meet their demise.

Her thoughts are suddenly interrupted when a approaches her from her behind telling her that all of her kind should be dead. Startled at first, she slowly uses her finger to remove the sword at her throat. The problem is this vampire slayer feels a strong connection to her, and instantly resolves not to kill her, but protect her.

Sensing a trust in Cyrus, the slayer, she tells of her memories. He swears to keep her safe, and with each night her search continues. That is until one night, she meets a pair of the eyes from her memories.

Scared and without thinking, she runs away. She finds Cyrus runs into Cyrus and tells him of her encounter. He takes her to a safe place where they sleep until dusk.

At dusk she ventures out again, only to find herself in a very compromised situation. Beaten and near death, Logan saves her. Is this the first time her and Logan have met? As time goes on you will learn that Logan is actually her maker, without me giving too much away.

Roisin did a fantastic job with this title. NyteBeauti has the perfect plot, with a lot of the vampire lore we are used to with some fantastic originality. Her characters are ones that you will find yourself loving one and angry with the other. I especially liked Morrigan. She is a feisty Irish woman with a definite boldness you are sure to fall in love with. I do hope to see much more of Kristin Roisin.

I give NyteBeauti **** (4) Stars, BK Walker. http://bkwalkerbooks.weebly.com

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The Next Wave Begins!

Local area book signings are in the works! I'm working with an incredible guy who is helping me put together a large number of local area book readings and signings, to help get my book noticed. I am so excited to be entering this phase of publication. It's still very much like a dream. Very surreal.

I'll keep you posted!

HOLY.COW!

My goodness but that was fast!

I SWEAR, the email I read just two days ago said, "As early as a few weeks." So imagine my utter shock and disbelief when I opened an email entitled "Surprise!" from PA, and read,

"Surprise! Today we are preparing to ship to you a free copy of NyteBeauti. You should expect it on your doorstep before too long, because the book is now ready for release! [...] This is an important moment in an author's life. To see your own book for the very first time is an unforgettable and unique experience, one that on behalf of all of us at PublishAmerica we wholeheartedly congratulate you on. Many authors tell us that they make it a day of celebration, befitting a life-long dream that has come true. We hope that you do, too! [...] And now, hang out the flag. Today is the day you can really say, "I am now a published author!" Congratulations!"

Before I continue I would very much like to thank everyone who has supported me, encouraged me, and walked with me on this journey. I am truly, and deeply touched that so many of you jumped on this roller coaster ride with me, and have stayed on throughout the process.

For now, there isn't much news about when, or where, the book will be released, into hardcopy for bookstores, but you CAN order a copy from the publisher's online bookstore. Just click the bookcover below.

We have gone to print!

Yes, it's official! As of May 19th, the book that started out as a half a dozen college width, spiral bound notebooks, is on it's way to the printing press, where it will take on a whole new look. The 'hobby' that I spoke of in passing, the accomplishment that was mine alone to cherish, has no officially become a published piece of work, for the world to read, love, and critique.

Emotions are all over the place. On one hand, I'm SO proud, and ridiculously, over the top happy. On the other, I'm a nervous wreck. Until now, I could pick and chose who read my words. And make sure that those who did, would always be kind. Now, I no longer have that say. Anyone willing to order the book *when it's officially released* can pick up a copy and have their way with it.

Desta used to be MY character. Her image was mine alone to manipulate and mold, in the fashion that I saw fit. Now, she will become the main image, that everyone will associate with NyteBeauti, and image will no longer be mine to play with. Her adventures, and her life, were mine to enjoy. And now, her actions, her motives, her very nature, will be fodder for everyone to discuss, much the same as I have sat around the reading table, discussing why Acheron did the things he did, or why Frodo allowed himself to be sucked into a journey he wasn't prepared for. What sort of things will be said of my Sweet Desta? With people be kind? Or will people have no use for her emotional baggage? I suppose, the only thing I can do at this point... is just wait and see.

NEW UPDATE:

I'm going to start obsessing over my email today, since I received one last night from the publisher. They have my text and cover proofs ready for my review!!!

We're on our way!!

Final draft, photos, cover art, releases, story synopsis, and the mailing list have all been sent out! Soon, we will leave the pre-production stage... and enter the [dun dun duunnnnnn] Production stage! We are on our way!!!

The photo shoot went GREAT, and we got some really great shots! I'm really happy with them, and I'm getting a lot of positive feedback about the photos, as well. For your enjoyment, here are the three finished versions, that we've chosen.