S – Symbols & Tattoos

SSymbolism is very popular in writing and in tattoos. I found two authors who had symbols tattooed on their skin that offer motivation, inspiration and all those cool things.

Rachel Morgan

TattooThe tattoo on my ankle is the outline of a fish, or ichthys in Greek. The actual Greek word has five letters. These five letters are the same as the first letters of the words Jesus Christ God’s Son Saviour. I think it’s pretty cool that one little symbol can have so much meaning. 

Check out Rachel’s Books:

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Suzanne Van Royen

tats s van rooyenMy newest tattoo and first one with colour is of the Druidic symbol known as the awen which means poetic inspiration and is strongly associated with the idea of a muse or that seemingly extrinsic power that fuels our creativity. I like the messy hand-drawn style of my tattoos and never want anything to look too clean or precise, but more like a doodle and spilled ink.

Check out Suzanne’s books:

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Do you like symbolism in your books? 

Constricted by Becca J. Campbell – Release Day Blitz!!!

I had to do two post today because Constricted is available now. I love this series and I am a huge fan of Becca J. Campbell as an author, person and my esteemed JuNoWriMo leader. Check out Constricted and the entire Flawed Series. – Sydney Aaliyah Michelle

A Short Story Companion to the Flawed Series

Today is the release for Constricted, a brand new short story related to Becca J. Campbell’s Flawed series. This story coincides with the events in Empath (Flawed #1), and takes place in Logan’s point of view. You’ll need to read Empath first to thoroughly enjoy this story.

If you haven’t already, download a free copy of Empath (links below). Read on to find out more about Constricted.

Constricted (A Flawed Short Story)

Constricted_CVR_SMLLogan’s secret has been exposed. When Jade—a beautiful student at the college where he teaches—discovered the truth, he spilled the whole repulsive story. Jade’s empathetic kindness flooded him with emotions he didn’t know he had and isn’t sure he wants to deal with.

It would be the easiest thing in the world to leave and let Jade be a whisper in his past. He can exit now and regain his anonymity, or he can risk everything to stay and face her again.

It’s not an easy choice, and when he’s about to decide, a woman from his past shows up, making his decision even more difficult.

What really happened when Logan disappeared during Empath? Find out in this short story companion piece to Flawed #1.

Get your copy now:

Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon CA

iBooks | Kobo

Get Empath for Free

Empath eBook cover WEBSupernatural empathy isn’t a gift, it’s a curse. Anywhere she goes, Jade’s emotions are replaced by those of the people around her.

Jade grew up in a suburb of Colorado Springs, protected from other people by her parents. Now she faces college—and the world—with nothing to shield her from unwanted feelings.

When Cam, a classmate with a major crush on her, unintentionally hijacks her emotions, Jade struggles to keep from being carried away in feelings of attraction. When Ethan, a psychopath with a thirst for fear, fixates on her, the emotional impact could be lethal.

Caught in a deadly trap, Jade must untangle the emotions and find a way to use her empathic curse to overcome this killer or be overcome by him.

Empath is now FREE on most sales channels.

Amazon US | Amazon UK | Amazon CA

iBooks | Barnes & Noble | Kobo

More About Becca J. Campbell

IMG_9824 BW smallBecca J. Campbell writes New Adult (twenty-somethings) fiction that varies from Urban Fantasy to Thriller to Science Fiction. Her stories typically blend a taste of the fantastical with real-world settings and add a dash of romance for good measure.

She’s always looking for a great speculative fiction read, and she holds a special place in her heart for any story that involves superpowers or time travel. Her passion is defying the limits of her own creativity.

Becca is also the co-creator of JuNoWriMo.com, where you can join a vibrant community and write a novel during June.

To join Becca’s writing journey and be notified when her next book is released, sign up for her author newsletter.

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R – Rafe by Jo Raven

RI have another INKED focused series to share with you. The Inked Brotherhood Series by Jo Raven. I’ve read the first one, but book five starts with an R. So, there.

Regardless (R theme), the series is amazing.

Inked Brotherhood Series:

Five boys brought together by fate. Five young men trying to overcome their troubled pasts. Five tattoos marking them as a brotherhood built on tragedy. Will they find understanding and rise above the pain?
Five girls tied by friendship. Five young women fighting their own demons. Five lives laced with sorrow. Will they be strong enough to save the men they love and make them happy?

The series comprises five interconnected, stand-alone novels: Asher, Tyler, Zane, Dylan and Rafe.

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His name is Rafaele Vestri, Rafe to his friends.
He’s tall, strong, handsome. Distant. He often comes to the coffee shop where I work, but we don’t talk much. He looks at me, though. Stares at me, his gaze heated, and I can’t help but stare back. I want him, I won’t deny it. I’ve never seen anyone that beautiful, anyone that powerful, in my life.
But he’s growing more withdrawn by the day. Something’s up, and he won’t tell. I know about his past—the murder of his family when he was fifteen. I can imagine how much it must have cost him. So much violence contained in that strong body, waiting to be unleashed. What is he seeking? What is he training so hard for? Why is he looking at me like he’s dying to touch me, but won’t dare?
Even as I try to stop thinking about him, get interested in other boys, I realize I can’t. I’m caught, body and soul, just like that. And I tell myself, Megan, girl… What have you gotten yourself into this time?
Standalone novel. No cliffhanger.
*Warning: this book contains graphic language, sex, and violence. Mature readers only. Not intended for young readers.*

Remember, if you are an inked up author and want to be features on Tattoo Tuesday, please let me know in the comments. 

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Q – Quotes, Books & Tattoos

QMore cool book quotes in tattoo form:

Looking for Alaska by Joh Green
Looking for Alaska by Joh Green
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
Let it Go by E.E. Cummings
Let it Go by E.E. Cummings
Harry Potter by J.K. Rowlings
Harry Potter by J.K. Rowlings
The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
Still I Rise by Maya Angelou
Still I Rise by Maya Angelou
Withering Heights by Emily Bronte
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte

It would be so amazing to have a fan tattoo a quote from one of my books on their body. Maybe someday. What’s your favorite book quote?

Photos courtesy of Buzzfeed & Flavorwire

P – Phoenix Tattoo and Jade Eby

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I have been doing #tattootuesday for over two years now and my favorite tattoo on a writer that I have met is Jade Eby. Her Phoenix tattoo is absolutely amazing. She is a cute little thing and she can carry off this big bad a– tattoo. Check it out.

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Jade is a pretty awesome writer, too. Check out her latest.

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We are over half way through the A to Z Blog Challenge. How are you doing?