Guests of the Month
Richardt Guitterzzi
Richardt Guitterzzi has been a writer since he was 10 years old. Brazilian, graduated in Administration, was born and lives in S.Paulo, Capital.
He is fascinated by the First World War, by space research. And for perfumes.
"The beginning of the 20th century was a very naive time. Dukes running from cars, barons flying planes. Medieval castles, next to locomotives, ... And above all, a fantastic sensation of eternity. A romantic certainty that, a civilization that had lasted millennia, would not disappear just because of some 'modernities'."
If today's people went back to that time, they would be much closer to being extraterrestrials, than being 'terraqueos'.
But in one thing, the vintage years have become unforgettable. The glamor of European nobility, and its unmistakable perfumes.
"If I had to go back there, to go to the palaces and castles, I would probably disguise myself as a perfumer."
But, if you want to know the secrets of Maison Arkonak Rhugen, be careful.
Trying to deceive the past can be very dangerous!
Richardt Guitterzzi é escritor desde os 10 anos. Brasileiro, formado em Administração, nasceu e mora em S.Paulo, Capital.
É fascinado pela Primeira Guerra Mundial, pelas pesquisas espaciais. E por perfumes.
"O início do Século XX foi um tempo muito ingênuo. Duques correndo de carros, barões pilotando aviões. Castelos medievais, ao lado de locomotivas,... E principalmente, uma fantasiosa sensação de eternidade. Uma certeza romântica de que, uma civilização que havia durado milénios, não desapareceria só por causa de algumas 'modernidades'."
Se pessoas de hoje voltassem áquela época, estariam muito mais próximas de serem extraterrestres, que serem 'terraqueos'.
Mas, numa coisa, os anos vintage se tornaram inesquecíveis. O glamour da nobreza europeia, e seus perfumes inconfundíveis.
"Se eu tivesse que voltar lá, para freqüentar os palacios e castelos, provavelmente, eu me disfarçaria de perfumista".
Mas, se quiser conhecer os segredos da Maison Arkonak Rhugen, tome cuidado.
Tentar enganar o passado pode ser muito perigoso!
Lisa J. Yarde
Order of the Dragon – Book Two
Some oaths are written in blood. Some legacies are born in darkness.
In Order of the Dragon – Book Two, the gripping saga of Vlad Dracul unfolds as he navigates a treacherous world of political intrigue, family betrayal, and the looming Ottoman threat. Torn between loyalty to his people and devotion to his children, Vlad's ambition to reclaim his birthright leads him down a bloody path filled with impossible choices. When the Turks demand his young sons as hostages, Vlad faces an agonizing decision that will echo through history.
As crusader armies clash with Ottoman forces along the Danube, Vlad discovers that survival requires more than political cunning—it demands embracing the very darkness he once fought against. His choices will not only decide Wallachia's fate but forge the legend of the most feared name in history.
Discover the stunning conclusion of Vlad Dracul's journey in Order of the Dragon – Book Two, available now.
Lisa’s fantastic journey
She is an accomplished author known for her captivating historical fiction that brings the past to life. With a rich background in storytelling, she has penned a six-part series set in Moorish Spain, including titles like Sultana and Sultana’s Legacy, which explore the intricate dynamics of the last Muslim dynasty in Europe. Her latest work, Order of the Dragon – Book Two, continues the saga of Vlad Dracul, a 15th-century Wallachian prince, as he navigates a world fraught with political intrigue and personal sacrifice.
In addition to her series on the Dracula family, Lisa has written historical novels set in medieval England and Normandy, such as On Falcon’s Wings and The Burning Candle. Her short stories have appeared in various anthologies, showcasing her versatility and depth as a writer.
Originally from Barbados, Lisa has spent over three decades abroad before returning to her island home. She is actively involved with the Historical Novel Society, where she has contributed as a speaker and program chair, sharing her passion for historical fiction and self-publishing.
Lee Gimenez
Lee Gimenez is the award-winning author of 20 books.
He is best known for his highly-acclaimed J.T. Ryan mystery thrillers.
Lee was a Finalist for the Author Academy Award, and many of his books were Featured Novels of the International Thriller Writers Association. They include The FBI MURDERS, KILLSHOT, TRIPWIRE, FIREBALL, CROSSFIRE, FBI CODE RED, The MEDIA MURDERS, SKYFLASH, and KILLING WEST.
Lee is a multi-year nominee for the Georgia Author of the Year Award and was a Finalist in the prestigious Terry Kay Prize for Fiction. He is also a U.S. Army veteran.
All of his books are available in the U.S. and Internationally.
Elisabeth Bailey
Elizabeth Bailey grew up in Africa with unconventional parents, where she loved reading and drama. On returning to England, she developed her career in acting, theatre directing and finally writing.
Elizabeth's latest venture is The Lady Fan Mystery series, published by Sapere Books. The novels feature amateur sleuth Lady Ottilia Fanshawe and a cast of family members including her husband and champion Lord Francis Fanshawe. She originally published Regency romances with Harlequin Mills & Boon and has many titles in her Brides by Chance Regency Adventures series, now also published by Sapere, as well as standalone Regency and Georgian romances.
Elizabeth also writes edgy women's fiction: Her dual time novel Fly The Wild Echoes, which deals with past lives, and For One More Tomorrow, where the ghost of the real Macbeth returns, protesting his villainous portrayal by Shakespeare. And she has published a romantic suspense novella, Silence of a Stranger.
Elizabeth lives in Sussex, England. She is still an inveterate reader with eclectic tastes and she spends her spare time helping other writers improve their craft.