#Humans4PuertoRico Grand Prize Giveaway

I’m doing these smaller posts to focus on explaining the categories in the #Humans4PuertoRico Giveaway.

Remember, this giveaway will run to 11:59 PM EST on October 31.

In case you haven’t seen from other posts, this giveaway is part of my efforts to bring more attention to the current situation in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. In addition, it’s also a call to action to support any cause that helps people in other affected places like Mexico, Oregon and Canada Wildfires, Houston, Florida, USVI, The Caribbean, California, and Las Vegas. Basically the intention is to get people to add some action to their thoughts and help others.

The Grand Prize for this giveaway includes an Estrada Crate with 13 books. To participate, you just have to make any $ dollar donation to a reputable cause in support of the places mentioned above and send me evidence of that donation. I don’t want personal information, just some way to verify that you indeed did make a donation since the prize is so hefty.

It will ship to anywhere in the US or any US territory. There’s an international giveaway too so be sure to keep an eye out. But for now, here’s a lineup of the books that are up for grabs.

The Weightless One by Anaïs Chartschenko

Every bit of food I eat Is turning into more thoughts And what do I do with the thoughts I am too afraid to say? After a party changed everything, Miranda loses her appetite. She is placed in an eating disorder treatment program, where she must be brave enough to face the truth she was trying to bury. A novel told in verse.

The Prophet - Sunshine Sommerville

Hazen Stephenson grew up pampered, and he knows it. But he's never had it easy. Hazen's nightmares aren't merely products of his imagination, and he wrestles daily with guilt, responsibility, and questions of fate. Setting off across the globe, he meets people he's dreamed about and changes their lives...for better and for worse.


The Kota from the Kota Series by Sunshine Sommerville

Mankind is stricken. Brought to its knees by a devastating virus, the world is further crushed by the Dominion tyranny. Humanity struggles to survive this apocalyptic nightmare, and there's only one hope - the ancient promise of an annihilated people.

Anatomy of a Darkened Heart – Christie Stratos

A pair of eyes underlined in weary darkness and punctuated with a knowing stare. These are not the normal eyes of a newborn baby. Abigail Delilah is the firstborn of three Whitestone children - and she is the most regretted.

But is it really her fault?

She can't help that the revelation of Father's wretched secret coincides with her birth. She can't help the fear she feels during Mother's psychological - and physical - assaults. As the shadows grow stronger over her soul and the noose of pain tightens around her neck, Abigail will find out which is stronger: her family's wicked assumptions about her or her true self.

Anaerfell – Joshua Robertson and JC Boyd

Drast and Tyran might be considered a bit black-hearted, or even immoral. Drast is cunning but reckless, hunting for admiration. Tyran is calculating but tactless, searching for affection. When the two brothers set aside their ambitions to fulfill their father's desire for immortality, they readily discover many opportunities for redemption. Now, while wielding a powerful magic that drains their life, Drast and Tyran will embark on a maddening quest, facing skin-switchers, dragons, and the God of the Dead.

Dragon Cager – Lilian Oake

Since her father’s sudden death, all Evie wants is comfort and security for her family. Especially from dragon cagers. The two-tongued serpents are said to take the shape of a man, woo their ill-fated victims, and then devour them whole. But no one ever told Evie she could be kindred to the creatures.

When Evie is framed and exiled, a cager called Lachlann discovers her roaming in the barren dragon country. Now, while being hunted by the same slayers seeking his magic-imbued heart, Evie must put her trust in Lachlann and seek out his clan for help. Only then will they discover what ancient blood flows through her veins.

Strange Luck – Amie Irene Winters

All Daisy Darling wanted was to be a writer. What she got was more than she bargained for. As it turns out, the quaint little town of Sea Salt,California houses more than adorable cottages and huge redwood trees.Beneath the coastal charm rests a strange world where wizards, fairies,time-altering portals, and dark magic looms.

A world where memories can be your greatest currency--and weapon.

A world where you can never reclaim what's been taken from you.

After stumbling into the mysterious world, Daisy's memories begin to rapidly disintegrate,but she doesn't even know she's losing them. As if things couldn't get any worse, Daisy learns she is the only one who can save herself.

Daisy's very identity is at stake, but the odds aren't in her favor. Can she discover the secret to win back her freedom before it's too late?

A spine-tingling fantasy, Strange Luck will delight adults, teens, and anyone who relishes fairy tales.


Hinting At Shadows – Sarah Brentyn

Delve into the deeper reaches of the human condition and the darkness that lives there.

A girl haunted by her sister's drowning. A boy desperate for his father's affection. A woman forced to make a devastating decision. A man trapped by his obsessions.

Experience tales of love, loss, murder, and madness through this collection of flash and micro fiction.

Take a peek behind the smile of a stranger. Get a glimpse inside the heart of a friend. Scratch the surface and discover what is hidden beneath.

These stories will open your mind, tug at your thoughts, and allow you to explore the possibility that, even in the brightest moments, something is Hinting at Shadows.

Author's Note: Each selection is approximately 100 words, with a bonus section of Microbursts in which each story is told in 50 words or less.

Ambrosia – From Our Write Side

Whispers to the gods are like honey from a poet's lips. Wn several poets raise their voices together, it's a sacred feast of memories and dreams. Poetry is divine food for the soul, full of emotional and celestial feeling. Join us in our longing, our pain and passion, heartache, logic and insanity, fear, faith, confusion, hope, unity, solitude, daily life, political strife, and more.

From the creative minds of Eric Keizer, A.L. Mabry, Sam DeLoach, Alyssa Trivett, Mello Sakia, Stacy Overby, Phillip Matthew Roberts, Veronica Falletta and Stephanie Ayers.

The Poets of this project have partnered with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and all royalties will be donated to this charity.

The Truth from the Everlands Chronicles - AJ Bell

Splintered shields. Sharpened swords. Blood and death. The Everlands Kingdom is threatened by the Master of Death himself, and Elle is determined to stop him. After years of living under someone else's shadow, Elle's quest for the mystery that her forgotten past holds will turn her life into a sea of uncharted confusion and endless adventure. Once the truth is revealed, only then, will all the stars align to illuminate Elle's path and the clouds that blocked her way to fulfill her destiny fade. But before darkened skies change into their daylight gown, blood must be spilled, hearts must be broken and truth must light the way.



Yours Truly – 3 Books, YOUR pick.

Up to this moment there are NO participations for this giveaway so the field is wide open for you to win some epic reads and just for helping other people out.

If you’re curious as to some causes I’m supporting in Puerto Rico, click here for a list of reputable causes I’ve found. Also, if it’s not too much trouble, please share this post on social media to keep some attention on Puerto Rico. The situation is still pretty intense and the Island needs a LOT of help. That said, if you’d like to share causes from any of the other places I mentioned, feel free to include them in the comments.

Thanks so much and best of luck to all you book lovers.

Peace, love, and maki rolls.

JD