Exciting New Release!

I’m delighted to introduce my friend and talented author, Yvette M. Calleiro, and her soon-to-be-released, The One Redeemed. Yvette’s epic saga, the Diasodz Series, captivated me with her inspired world-building and wonderful characters. This new book, Drakes’s story, is sure to add richness and depth to an already excellent series. It is truly an honor to host my friend, the talented author of the epic saga of the Diasodz. Welcome, Yvette!

The Chronicles of the Diasodz Series

When I first dreamed about the Diasodz world, I thought it would be a trilogy. It has become so much more than that. With the final novel now released, I thought we’d take a journey through the series for those who haven’t read the books yet.

The One Redeemed truly should be read last as it is the culminating book. It can be read as a standalone since his journey revisits his past, but the impact of those moments may not have the same effect if you aren’t invested in the characters.

Here is the order in which I would recommend the stories. I’ve provided the links so you can explore the book blurbs and read the reviews.

The One Chosen: A Diasodz Short Story

This is a short story that explains how the love triangle between Drake, Valerie, and Nolan began. It sets the stage for all the chaos that comes later.

The One Discovered

This begins the story of Ar’ch and Angel coming to Earth to retrieve Sofia. It is permanently free on Amazon.

The One Enlightened

This book explores Caelagios and begins Sofia’s training to become a Diasodz. We meet Valerie and Nolan and learn more of their backstory in this book.

The One Betrayed

This book runs parallel to The One Enlightened but follows Rafe’s journey. It also tells Damiana’s and Drake’s backstory.

The One Revealed

Sofia’s life is put in danger, and the boys must work together if she is to be saved. Damiana is building her power and gathering her forces to destroy her enemies once and for all.

The One Awakened

The final battle has begun. Sofia must choose which side of her family to save and who she is willing to lose.

The One Redeemed

And finally, Drake’s story! His story is one of reflection, regret, and redemption. Even the antagonists deserve a chance to redeem themselves, don’t they?

I hope you will dive into my world of Diasodz. I have no doubt you will thoroughly enjoy the journey.

Blurb:

Drake had been an agent for chaos, a tyrant who focused only on his desires, even when they hurt those he claimed to love the most. Would dying to protect his daughter redeem him? Or would he spend an eternity reliving his biggest regrets?

Electrifying pain coursed through Drake’s veins as he sacrificed his life to save his daughter. When he becomes conscious again, reality sets in. He is dead. While he is overcome with grief, his mortal enemy, Goddess, offers him a path to redemption. In order to find his way back to his children, he must first revisit his past and atone for his choices. The journey will be brutal, and his outcome is not guaranteed.

Failure is not an option for Drake. He will do anything to get back to his children to make amends for his actions, even if it means sacrificing himself all over again.

Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G5HZX97B/

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To follow along with the rest of The One Redeemed tour, please visit the author’s blog. Thanks for supporting Yvette M Calleiro and her work!

Author Bio:

Yvette M. Calleiro is the author of the Chronicles of the Diasodz fantasy series, HYPE, and a couple of short stories. As a heavily addicted reader of both young adult and adult novels, she spends most of her time pseudo-living in paranormal worlds with her fictional friends (and boyfriends).

When she’s living among real people, Yvette M. Calleiro is a middle school Reading and Language Arts teacher. She’s been sharing her love of literature with her students for over twenty years. Besides writing about the various characters that whisper (and sometimes scream) in her head, she enjoys traveling, watching movies, spending quality time with family and friends, and enjoying the beauty of the ocean.

Although an avid traveler, Yvette lives in Miami, Florida, with her incredible son who has embraced her love for paranormal and adventurous stories. She also shares her space with an assortment of crazy saltwater animals in her 300-gallon tank.

Amazon Links:

Hype – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09L7BFNXG

The One Discovered (Chronicles of the Diasodz, Book 1) – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I4L2Q40

The One Enlightened (Chronicles of the Diasodz, Book 2) – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R0QI51I

The One Betrayed (Chronicles of the Diasodz, Book 3) – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0191O1892

The One Revealed (Chronicles of the Diasodz, Book 4) – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NBKJHIO

The One Awakened (Chronicles of the Diasodz, Book 5) – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0781WT73J

The One Redeemed (Chronicles of the Diasodz, Book 6) – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G5HZX97B/

The One Chosen – A Diasodz Short Story – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0986Q6P1D

Breathless – A Short Story – https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08BLVDHQX

Karma Doesn’t Kill – https://www.amazon.com/Karma-Doesnt-Kill-Yvette-Calleiro-ebook/dp/

A Christmas Homecoming – https://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Homecoming-Short-Story-ebook/dp/B0DQK23BT8

Escaping the Woods: A Short Story – https://www.amazon.com/Escaping-Woods-Short-Yvette-Calleiro-ebook/dp/B0B558WVKX

Amazon Author Page – https://www.amazon.com/Yvette-M-Calleiro/e/B00I4RJMUU

Social Media Links:

Author Blog: http://yvettemcalleiro.blogspot.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/YvetteMCalleiro

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yvettemcalleiro

Bluesky – https://bsky.app/profile/yvettemcalleiro.bsky.social

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7800735.Yvette_M_Calleiro

Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/profile/view/ycalleiro

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvette-calleiro-7303846/

My Friend’s Feathered Dragons

I will always believe these birds chose Karen Black as their new Budgie-Mama, and when you read how it happened, you’ll believe it, too. More than ever, I’m convinced we humans have a unique ability to bond with creatures of other species, and they with us. Maybe you or someone you know has a beloved fur baby, feathered friend, or other critter — finned, scaled, winged, or otherwise clothed in something not human. The connection is real. The love is real. Perhaps there is a world where sentient, friendly dragons are also real. One can only hope.

Meet Karen Black, My Friend Who Dances to Her Own Magical Music

I was hooked when I read Goldfield Forest, the first book in Karen’s Unmistakably Mystical series. I fell in love with her characters and the plot kept me on the edge of my seat. When she published Dancing Valley, the second book in the series, I did a happy dance and settled in for a fantastic read.

When “Pantsing” Isn’t “Flying by the Seat of Your Pants.”

After reading this article by Lauren Sapala, I have a better understanding about why plotting, or outlining, a novel has never worked for me. And yet, I’ve published four books in a series that have gotten good reviews, and I’m working on three more in a second series, all without getting mired in a plotless mess. I know some fantastic authors who outline their plots and write wonderful books, and I’ve sometimes wished I could write that way. Now I know why I write the way I do.

Are you a writer? How are you wired?

Time to Pray by Donna Berger

What a meaningful interpretation of the Lord’s Prayer Donna gives us in her blog today! I had to share it with you. The “Our Father” is a conversation with God–so much more than words to be repeated.

Billy Graham once said, “To get nations back on their feet, we must first get down on our knees.” Worldwide, the calls for prayer are growing louder. On the topic of prayer, Ecclesiastes 5:2 tells us, God is in heaven, and you are on the earth; therefore, let your words be few.

My personal go-to is The Lord’s Prayer. When His disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, He gave them the perfect model of prayer. The Lord’s prayer is simple and short; but prayer is not meant to be thoughtless repetition. It is after all a conversation with God and should be filled with our love, gratitude, and praise. Let’s practice making it a dialogue, not a monologue.

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A Wee Thought After a Difficult Week – #Poetry (Sort of)

I found this gem of a poem today about a mysterious, elusive, stunning visitor who stayed longer than usual. Marcia Meara takes it as a sign of good things to come. So do I. What do you think?

 / MARCIA

Ode to a Painted Bunting

A sign.
My heart called out for a sign.
Something to hang onto.
Something to give me hope.
Something to remind me the world can be beautiful,
And people can be kind, generous, and loving.

Just a sign.
Please.
Nothing momentous.
A simple reminder that Life can be good.
That’s all I asked.
All I needed.

Purple Grackles by Amy Lowell

I’ve had the pleasure of reading two beautiful poems about some of my favorite birds today. Amy Lowell has captured the visit of a plague of grackles beautifully in this moving poem. Yes, a flock of grackles is called a plague, but I’d call them a wonder, instead. What do you think?

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Purple Grackle

It occurs to me that no blog on books and writing should be without a bit of poetry now and then, so with that thought in mind, I offer you my favorite autumn themed poem of all time, Amy Lowell’s “Purple Grackles.”  The imagery is divine, and the message, bittersweet.  Hope you enjoy it!

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