Pets in Space - with excerpt and author post

As most of my reader know, I have a deep love of all animals, especially horses and dogs and have horses in two of my novels in the Destiny Trilogy and an alien animal that is a sort of cross between a wolf and a bear, with chameleon-like abilities in the third one, so I am delighted to feature another 'Pets in Space' anthology.

This is my post during the blog tour for Pets in Space 8. Blast off into adventure with the eighth instalment of Pets in Space, a dynamic anthology of 11 never-before-seen science fiction romance stories!

This blog tour is organized by Lola's Blog Tours and the tour runs from 3 till 16 October. You can see the tour schedule here.

Pets in Space 8
By R.J. Blain, Susan Hayes, Honey Phillips, Skye MacKinnon, Arizona Tape, Carol Van Natta, Tana Stone, S.J. Pajonas, Carysa Locke, JC Hay, Gail Koger and Elva Birch
Genre: Science Fiction Romance Anthology
Age category: Adult
Release Date: 3 October 2023

Blurb:
Join the PETS IN SPACE crew!

Blast off into adventure with the eighth instalment of PETS IN SPACE, a dynamic anthology of 11 never-before-seen science fiction romance stories! Rocket through the multi-verses brimming with heart-pounding escapades, swoon-worthy romances, and the best pet sidekicks ever!

Each story will pull you into the far-flung corners of the cosmos with intrepid heroes and heroines you’ll want to cheer for as they fight to save their world and find their happily ever afters. You’ll adore the furry, feathered, and scaly friends who have come to help their brave human companions on their quests.

This limited-edition anthology includes novellas by some of the biggest names in science fiction romance including USA TODAY bestselling authors R.J. Blain, Susan Hayes, Honey Phillips, Skye MacKinnon, Arizona Tape, Carol Van Natta, Tana Stone, S.J. Pajonas, Carysa Locke, JC Hay, plus award-winning authors Gail Koger and Elva Birch.

The Pets in Space 8 authors continue their vital support of Hero-Dogs.org, the non-profit charity that provides trained service dogs for disabled U.S. veterans and first-responders.

So, grab your space helmet to discover adventure and love — buy Pets in Space 8 today

Links:
- Goodreads
- Bookbub
- Amazon
- B&N
- Kobo
- Google Play
- Apple

EXCERPT AND AUTHOR POST

This post is written by Carysa Locke who wrote Shattered Echoes which is one of the stories included in Pets in Space 8.

My pet for this year’s Pets in Space anthology is a cross between a ferret and a red panda. Basically, Miko looks like a sleeker, smaller red panda, but has similar markings. She is also highly intelligent, and in addition to sharing an empathic bond with Iona, the heroine, she also has some other unique abilities that play a strong role in the novella.

It's fair to say that without Miko, this story would never happen, and Iona might never regain her memory or find her way back to Zephyr.

A small glimpse of Miko from Shattered Echoes:

“Ansel, do you have eyes on Miko?” Iona wasn’t too worried; her companion had been to many of these affairs in the past. While she loved to explore, she almost never got caught. It was the almost that gave her a wisp of doubt.

“That’s not—” A shimmer in the air caught Iona’s eye from across the room. It was close to the banquet table. Oh no. She sent a stern feeling of disapproval down the link she shared with Miko. A burst of joy and anticipation bubbled back. Mother damn it.||||N

“Best be prepared,” she muttered through the sublink to Ansel.

“Prepared? For what?”

Disaster. “Anything.”

Pets in Space links:
- Website
- Pets in Space® Facebook Readers Group
- Twitter
- Newsletter Signup

Hero Dogs Charity
Proud supporters of Hero-Dogs.org, Pets in Space® authors have donated over $18,000 in the past seven years to help place specially trained dogs with disabled veterans and first responders. 10% of all pre-orders and the first month’s royalties of Pets in Space 8 will again go to Hero-Dogs.org. Open your hearts and grab your limited-release copy of Pets in Space 8 today and help this worthy charity! https://www.hero-dogs.org/

The Authors:
- R.J. Blain
- Susan Hayes
- Honey Phillips
- Skye MacKinnon
- Arizona Tape
- Carol Van Natta
- Tana Stone
- S.J. Pajonas
- Carysa Locke
- JC Hay
- Gail Koger
- Elva Birch

 

For insider news and subscriber-only info, subscribe to my occasional Newsletter. I promise not to spam and your in-box will only see an email from me every 3 or 4 months or so - unless of course I have something really Newsworthy to share! I also promise that I never have and never will share your information or email address with anyone or any organisation.  http://madmimi.com/signups/196357/join

Beloved Enemy - Backlist Bonanza, win an Amazon Gift Card

The third book in the Destiny Trilogy is featured on N N Light's 'Backlist Bonanza' today.
There is also the chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card!

https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/post/beloved-enemy-bbbe

The first two books were featured in previous weeks 

Take a moment to visit and don't forget to enter for your chance to win a $20 Gift Card and if you could leave a comment, that would be great!

 

 

For insider news and subscriber-only info, subscribe to my occasional Newsletter. I promise not to spam and your in-box will only see an email from me every 3 or 4 months or so - unless of course I have something really Newsworthy to share! I also promise that I never have and never will share your information or email address with anyone or any organisation.  http://madmimi.com/signups/196357/join

Backlist Bonanza - win a $20 Amazon Gift Card

Want to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card?

Starquest, the first in my SF Romance series 'The Destiny Trilogy' Is featured on NN Light's Backlist Bonanza today.

Take a moment to visit, for your chance to win  

https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/post/starquest-bbbe

For insider news and subscriber-only info, subscribe to my occasional Newsletter. I promise not to spam and your in-box will only see an email from me every 3 or 4 months or so - unless of course I have something really Newsworthy to share! I also promise that I never have and never will share your information or email address with anyone or any organisation.  http://madmimi.com/signups/196357/join

Learning to fly alien spaceraft - Spotlight

Learning to Fly Alien Spacecraft by Fay Abernethy

​

Genre: Eco Science Fantasy / Women’s Adventure / Uplit

Tour Dates: 14th - 20th July 2023

Publication Date: 12th July 2023

Formats available: Epub Only

Standalone second book in The Shantivira Series 

Estimated Page Count - 425

What if the secret alien space station protecting the Earth went PUBLIC?

​

Hanna Abebe has come far since leaving Ethiopia. All the way to the other end of the galaxy, in fact. And although her course at the Essoona Pilots’ Academy is tough, it’s not as tough as maintaining the ultimate long-distance relationship . . .

​

Astronaut Dan Simpson is furious. The Galaksi Alliance have exiled him on a remote planet to stop him telling NASA about them before they’re ready. But by the time they come to take him home, Dan has fallen in love with an enigmatic alien and decides to stay. Only then does he discover what a perilous business his new girlfriend is involved in . . .

At last! Captain Joe Llewellyn has permission to initiate first contact via the UN. But if he messes it up, the Galaksi Alliance could cancel the Shantivira’s funding, leaving the Earth defenceless. So, no pressure. All goes well until a rogue Samaritan flies a cargo ship through months of painstaking negotiations . . .

​

This character-driven eco science fantasy is a must-read for fans of Becky Chambers, Ursula Le Guin, Douglas Adams and Doctor Who.

About Fay Abernethy

​

Fay Abernethy left the UK more than twenty years ago, seeking adventure.

​

When not diving with sharks or falling off horses, she worked as an engineer in the automotive industry. Later, she started her own translating business and settled down in Germany with the man of her dreams.

​

Pre-children, they explored the Alps together – on foot in summer and on skis or snowshoes in winter. She now lives the life of a respectable citizen, having discovered that being a parent is the greatest adventure of them all.

​

Why does she write? To find out what happens next, of course!

​

Follow Fay Abernethy

Bookbub: https://www.bookbub.com/profile/fay-abernethy

Website: https://fayabernethy.com

'

For insider news and subscriber-only info, subscribe to my occasional Newsletter. I promise not to spam and your in-box will only see an email from me every 3 or 4 months or so - unless of course I have something really Newsworthy to share! I also promise that I never have and never will share your information or email address with anyone or
any organisation.  http://madmimi.com/signups/196357/join

Celebrate Weddings Bookish Event

I’m so excited to be a part of N. N. Light’s Book Heaven Celebrate Weddings Bookish Event. The second book in the Destiny Trilogy is featured today. (Each book is a standalone although some characters appear in all three books). My excerpt comes at the end of the book and is a bit of a spoiler - but hey, it may be a science fiction adventure, but it's also a romance and what's a romance if the hero and heroine don't get their h.e.a.? We know it will happen eventually however difficult or seemingly impossible the journey.

https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/post/children-of-the-mist-cwbe

 

I'm just thrilled to be part of this event with so many amazing authors taking part. Check out all books featuring weddings and enter the giveaway to win a $15 Amazon gift card: a Rafflecopter giveaway

For insider news and subscriber-only info, subscribe to my occasional Newsletter. I promise not to spam and your in-box will only see an email from me every 3 or 4 months or so - unless of course I have something really Newsworthy to share! I also promise that I never have and never will share your information or email address with anyone or any organisation.  http://madmimi.com/signups/196357/join

Celebrate Weddings Bookish Event

Do you enjoy a wedding? I know I do.I’m so excited to be a part of N. N. Light’s Book Heaven Celebrate Weddings Bookish Event. Check out all books featuring weddings and enter the giveaway to win a $15 Amazon gift card: https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/celebrate-weddings-bookish-event 

For insider news and subscriber-only info, subscribe to my occasional Newsletter. I promise not to spam and your in-box will only see an email from me every 3 or 4 months or so - unless of course I have something really Newsworthy to share! I also promise that I never have and never will share your information or email address with anyone or any organisation.  http://madmimi.com/signups/196357/join