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Matt Shea Writes of Courage and Strength in “The King of Coalman's Hill”

Posted on September 15, 2015 by April Elkins | 0 Comments

Caretaker Clayton Graves fights for his loved ones and community in Matt Shea’s new novel, The King of Coalman’s Hill. Clayton’s priorities consist of bringing food to the hungry, warmth to the cold and helpless, and caring for his beloved granddaughter, Elizabeth. Once tragedy strikes the legendary mountain man, his strength is tested as he struggles to ensure a bright future for Elizabeth and his dear friends in the mountain community.

The King of Coalman's Hill is a moving story filled with old-fashioned values, childhood nostalgia, and the challenges we all face in life. Focusing on the importance of love and family, the novel’s message resonates long after the final words are read.

The King of Coalman's Hill is the eighth book written by Matt Shea. He is greatly inspired by the writings of Andy Griffith and focuses on the common folk that comprise small towns. Matt credits the success of his first book, The Groundskeeper and Other Short Stories, to his family. The values that were instilled throughout his childhood gave him the strong sense of justice that is conveyed through his writings.

The King of Coalman's Hill is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-748-1) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-749-8) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to: www.sheasbooks.com.

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“From The Far Places” Explores Dramatic South Carolina History

Posted on September 15, 2015 by April Elkins | 0 Comments

South Carolina history and human drama combine in From the Far Places, the new novel by Dorothy K. Morris.

From the wilds of the Occaneechi Warriors' Path in the Carolina Piedmont, a lonely Monastery in far Northumbria, and a mansion in The Strand of London, a middle-aged man seeks his lost youth, a boy and girl help him find it, and a beautiful red stallion brings them all together. The combination of characters form a melting pot of cultures, class, languages, religions and personalities. In the historic South Carolina explored in this riveting novel, some of these differences blended while others created problems that could never be overcome.

From The Far Places is the seventh novel in the Mockingbird Series by Dorothy K. Morris. She was born in Charleston, South Carolina, a city her ancestors helped establish. She grew up struggling with the pain that still lingered from the residue of slavery and the Civil War. Morris enjoys genealogy due to her extensive family history and is a member of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Who’s Who in America, and Who’s Who of American Women.

From The Far Places is available in softcover (ISBN 987-1-62137-751-1) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-752-8) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to www.dorothykmorrisbooks.com.

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Gary R. Hope Delivers Bittersweet Humor in “It’s Too Late To Die Young Now”

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Bobby Bernshausen | 1 Comment

George Kerry's quest for riches, love, and ultimately forgiveness are the focus of Gary Hope’s It’s Too Late To Die Young Now. Diagnosed with cancer at 73, George decides he must come clean and confess his sins. Can George ever find his answers and what he's searching for? Or will death prevent him from obtaining his ultimate goal?

Relive George’s entertaining life in this humorous novel. It's Too Late To Die Young Now is told with a mixture of greed, romance, lust, and a lot of comedy. If you like being entertained, this book is sure to please.

It’s Too Late To Die Young Now is the first novel written by Gary R. Hope, who previously penned four works of non-fiction. When asked why he switched to writing fiction, he replied, “because change gives me an opportunity to think, and lets my imagination take me anywhere I want to go."

It’s Too Late To Die Young Now is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-745-0) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-746-7) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to: www.garyhopebooks.com.

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“Eternal Dreams: The End of Memories” Finalizes Fantasy Trilogy

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Bobby Bernshausen | 0 Comments

The brilliant, breathtaking conclusion to Christopher Compton’s mesmerizing Eternal Dreams series, The End of Memories, is not for the faint of heart, as broken dreams and unfulfilled hopes force perseverance in the face of crushing failure.

The Inseparable Six has been shattered and Drephoria is no longer the blissful world it once was. With seemingly no way out, the future of Kail and his friends hangs on the answer to an impossible question: What must be sacrificed to live one more day? For Kail, The Inseparable Six, and for readers, it’s time to wake up. This is the end of memories.

Christopher Compton is from Keswick, a small town north of Toronto. A gifted young author, he has received the ‘Most Imaginative Setting Award’ for Eternal Dreams. Mr. Compton graduated from Western University with a major in English Language and Literature and a minor in Creative Writing. Eternal Dreams: The End of Memories is the third and final installment in the Eternal Dreams series consisting of The Curse of Memories and The Gift of Memories.

Eternal Dreams: The End of Memories is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-724-5) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-725-2) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.eternaldreamstrilogy.com.

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Action Thriller “Steele Trap” Fights Domestic Terrorist Scheme

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Bobby Bernshausen | 0 Comments

Richard Steele, a former Marine sniper, tracks down and serves justice to criminals in Steele Trap by E.J. Robb. This original story follows Steele as he discovers his efforts may be funding an organization that will do more harm to the United States than all the men he has eliminated. 

When Steele pops up on the Department of Homeland Security's radar, he is tracked and found by Agent Lewis Preston. Through a series unexpected events, Agent Preston and Richard Steele discover that their goals ultimately intersect. Each man's skill and determination will be tested as they protect the United States from those who wish to harm it.

Steele Trap is E. J. Robb’s first edition in the upcoming Richard Steele Series. Robb’s career has taken him from the military to the FBI, giving him a unique perspective of the inner workings of the United States. Full of true-to-life experiences, Steele Trap delivers a thrilling feeling of authenticity.

Steele Trap is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-677-4) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-678-1) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book series, please go to: www.ejrobbbooks.com.

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Science Fiction Novel “Interface” Voyages to a New Dimension

Posted on July 08, 2015 by Bobby Bernshausen | 0 Comments

Marissa, a gifted mind mapper, is sent on a mission to tame a war-torn planet in Interface, the new novel by J. P. Newcomer. Working in a team for the first time, Marissa must overcome her own demons while using mind mapping to alter the aggressive behavior of the planet’s inhabitants.

Myth, magic and mind-probing technology are combined in this exciting science-fiction tale of exploitation, redemption and romance. Join Marissa and her new team on their remarkable, non-stop adventure into another dimension!

Interface is J. P. Newcomer’s first novel. She is the author of several short stories, many of which have been published by the California Writer’s Club in Branch Anthologies as well as in their Literary Review. Recently, she published a compilation of poetry entitled Poems of my Father.

Interface is available in softcover (ISBN 978-1-62137-715-3) and eBook (ISBN 978-1-62137-716-0) from Virtualbookworm.com, Amazon.com, and Barnesandnoble.com. This book can also be ordered from most bookstores around the United States and United Kingdom. For more information on the author or the book, please go to: www.interfacenovel.com.

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Happy 2015 and website changes

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Bobby Bernshausen | 0 Comments

Happy New Year! Sorry it's taken a while to post this, but it has taken almost two weeks to catch up on everything!

As you've noticed, we now have a new logo and an entirely new website! We incorporated our bookstore into the full website and integrated more tightly with Facebook and Twitter. If you visit our Facebook page (facebook.com/virtualbookworm) you'll also notice that you can now buy books directly from there by simply clicking the "bookstore" link in the upper navigation bar.

Authors, please check any links you may have used for your books. We tried to forward everything, but if your link wasn't directly to your book, it might not be working correctly. While we worked to announce this as much in advance as possible, some authors did miss it. So to keep up with the latest news, please keep checking our blog, our Facebook page ... and our Twitter feed (twitter.com/vbworm).

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