A collection for readers to enjoy during the spooky season...or any day of the year!

“The Scarecrow & Ms. Moon by Barbara Raffin (Dame Jade): FOUR STARS! I found this story and plot to be amazing. Cuddly by Dee Lloyd (Dame Aquamarine): FOUR STARS! Throughout it all, I felt an underlining tension. Well done. Paper Tiger (Kaleidoscope, #5) by Karen Wiesner (Dame Amethyst): FIVE STARS! This one had shivers running up and down my spine. I could not seem to read fast enough. I simply HAD to know what was going to happen next. As with the other stories within the Kaleidoscope Series, I found this one to be well written, with engaging characters, and thoroughly enjoyable. The Charmer (North of Nonesuch, #9) by Jane Toombs (Dame Turquoise): FOUR STARS! I have always enjoyed the stories by this author. Back when Gothics were the norm, Jane Toombs was my favorite author in the genre. Now she has brought her talents into the Paranormal Romance genre. And I am SO glad she has. The plot is intense and I could not read fast enough to suit myself. Terrific! Mistress of the Shadow Hounds by Margaret L. Carter (Dame Onyx): FIVE STARS! With well developed characters and lots of suspense, this steamy romance is sure to please. I hope to see more adventures with these characters, or others of their kind, in the near future. Excellent!” ~Detra Fitch for Huntress Reviews http://www.huntressreviews.com/especial.htm

5 Stars! “Are you up for chills and thrills on Halloween night or any night of the week? Karen Wiesner's newest Jewels of the Quill anthology, HALLOWEEN TREASURES, is just what you’ll want to read. The five short stories are sure to charm and bewitch you and have you looking over your shoulder. Each tale is written by a different author. You will encounter witches and werewolves, vampires and ghosts, along with man-eating snakes. Don't mess around with a witch or you just might become a scarecrow. Who knows what lurks behind a pretty face or who has turned on the charm? With steamy romance and paranormal tales, these stories are sure to keep you turning the pages. In each story, the characters are quite engaging as they serve up spine-tingling suspense.” ~Readers Favorite http://readersfavorite.com/cat-71.htm?review=3207

4 Siren Stones! "Whether you prefer a little more banter in your romance (The Scarecrow and Ms Moon), or something more 'straightforward', the eclectic mix of author voices makes this anthology a good read. Some 'traditional' horror tales have been modernised and updated with a refreshing energy (The Charmer), while others warn the reader to Be Careful What They Wish For…. Lest they actually get it. None of the tales were overly graphic in either the horror department or bedroom antics... and I enjoyed the balance that all the authors struck between these two aspects. This is more a read for those who like their romance with a Small Side-Order of Scare, rather than all out blood, guts and no-hope-of-ever-sleeping-again. ...on the whole each story flowed easily, and they all fit well together... " ~Lisa Fitzpatrick for Siren Book Reviews http://sirenbookreviews.blogspot.com/2010/08/anthology-jewels-of-quill-halloween.html

4 Stars! “From a beloved boyfriend who’s turned into a scarecrow to a paranormal romance that includes artifacts and aliens, there’s a little something here for everyone who enjoys the “things that go bump in the night” in this Jewels of the Quill Halloween anthology. Raffin’s The Scarecrow and Ms. Moon is filled with humor and romance.” ~Amy Lignor for RT Book Reviews http://www.rtbookreviews.com

4 Stars Overall! “The Scarecrow and Ms. Moon by Barbara Raffin: A very sweet story that kept me guessing until the end. I honestly didn’t see that coming. Cuddly by Dee Lloyd: This very short story packs a lot of wallop in a brief time. Sam’s wishes seem to be coming true before his eyes. But by the time we realize what is really happening, it may be too late. This story reminded me of many of The Twilight Zone episodes I watched. Paper Tiger (Kaleidoscope Series, Book 5) by Karen Wiesner: I’d say this story has enough suspense in it to keep you up at night. It surely haunted my dreams. If you love a story that will scare your socks off, this one is for you. I had to keep putting it down because it was too intense and too close to a horror story for my personal tastes. Karen Wiesner is a master storywriter and storyteller, even if it was too intense for me. I don’t like to have my socks scared off. I cannot deny Karen’s masterful ability to spin a story and reel the reader into that story. It was very realistic and totally believable. If you love a scary thrill, this story is perfect for you. The Charmer (North of Nonesuch Series, Book 9) by Jane Toombs: While this story stands alone—I’ve never read any of the stories in the series and I was never lost—I’d like the opportunity to read more of Jane Toombs’ writing. She writes a fascinating story and kept me guessing and jumping to conclusions throughout the story. I’d like to read more about the other members of Will’s family and see how things played out for them. We got some tantalizing snippets of their pasts and I would like to learn more. Mistress of the Shadow Hounds by Margaret L. Carter: An incredibly fast read. It kept me on my toes from the first page to the last. Margaret Carter gives us an incredible otherworld story that includes mystery and romance. This was a great way to end this anthology.” ~Robyn Roberts for Once Upon a Time Romance Reviews http://www.onceuponaromance.net/HalloweenTreasures.htm

"HALLOWEEN TREASURES, A Jewels of the Quill Halloween Anthology is a collection of stories that center around the spookiest time of the year, Halloween. My favorites in this collection were The Scarecrow and Ms. Moon (Barbara Raffin) and Cuddly (Dee Lloyd). The characters were interesting and the plots were unique. I found Jessie (in Raffin's story) easy to identify with. I think most people can relate to her feelings of anger when she believes she has been betrayed. The situations and dialogue are humorous, and the characters are engaging. The plot is interesting and I would like to read more about the characters. Cuddly was good. I wanted more... The other stories [featured] characters [that] are interesting and the dialogue good... As with any anthology, there are a variety of stories and styles. If you like short paranormal romance then this may be a fit for you." ~Brit for Bitten by Books http://www.bittenbybooks.com

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