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Storm of the Gods - Book Tour and Giveaway

3/4/2019

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Storm of the Gods
An Areios Brothers Novel #1
by Amy Braun
Genre: Urban Fantasy 

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Thirty years ago, the gods of Greek legend returned to the world. Their return restored their powers, which had been spent in a cataclysmic battle with the Titans. With the ancient deities imprisoned in Tartarus, the Olympians now reside in Néo Vasíleio, formerly known as California.

Twenty-four-year-old Derek Aerios is a war scion, a descendant of Ares, the God of War. He and his brother, eighteen-year-old Liam, capture mythological creatures and rogue scions as part of Ares's elite military force. As he struggles to cope with his violent powers and the scars of a traumatic childhood, Derek tries to keep the two vows he has made: protect his brother, and never kill a human again.

But when Ares forces him to hunt and kill four rogue scions under Athena's control—by threatening Liam's life—Derek chooses to go after the scions in order to save his brother and keep his promise to himself.

Yet the closer Derek gets to the scions, the more he realizes that his orders are part of a deeper conspiracy that put him at odds with his mission and his conscience. Athena may not be the enemy, a traitor could be in their midst, and the Titans could be closer to freedom than ever before.



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Amy is a Canadian urban fantasy and horror author. Her work revolves around monsters, magic, mythology, and mayhem. She started writing in her early teens, and never stopped. She loves building unique worlds filled with fun characters and intense action. She is an active member of the Weekend Writing Warrior community.

When she isn't writing, she's reading, watching movies, taking photos, gaming, struggling with chocoholism and ice cream addiction, and diving headfirst into danger in Dungeons & Dragons campaigns



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What makes a good story?
There’s no one thing that makes a good story. It’s often a culmination of many different elements. I can’t get into a book unless I love the main character and side characters, especially the love interest. If I can’t get relate to them or find something endearing or sweet or interesting or fun about them, then it’s extremely difficult for me to carry on with the books.
In a similar vein, I love books that have some humour in them. I’m not saying it has to be a comedy, but I need reminders that the world I’m visiting isn’t all grim and bleak, and that some sarcastic or dry wit is called for from time to time.
Another very, very important part of a good story is the world. I like settings to be as inventive as possible, with lore and laws and all manner of world building elements to be complex and detailed, yet also to feel like I could be there witnessing it.
I also want to be invested in the story. If I love the characters and their humour, I want to follow them on compelling and complex adventures. The more twists and surprises and interconnected plotlines, the better. I like stories where every character has a purpose and adds to the overarching narrative. It isn’t always easy to do, but it makes for an even more complex narrative and deeper characters.
I’m also big into visceral, brutal action. I like my characters thinking they are in the final fight of their lives. By then, I’m usually invested in them as people and want to root for them to overcome their enemies and obstacles.
These are just the largest parts of stories that I love. They all have these things to varying degrees, and every time I read a story that combines them all, they act as inspiration for my own writing projects. If you find a story with all those elements above, you can guarantee adventure and fun are on their way.

If you could tell your younger writing self anything, what would it be?
Keep going.
When you’re younger, it’s hard to know what you want to do with your life. I spent a couple years not really being sure what I would do, going back and forth between careers until I realized that writing was the only thing I wanted to do, that suited me. I spent my first few writing years working on short stories and my two first independent novels, Demon’s Daughter and Path of the Horseman.
In hindsight, I would have told myself to focus on a single project and perfect it to send it to literary agents. Writing and publishing is not an easy thing to do, especially for someone who didn’t go to school for it. It takes dedication, trial and error, and above all, patience. I would have told myself to take more stock in all those things.
Finally, I would have told myself the same thing I tell myself every single day, and more importantly, after every mistake I’ve made: Keep going. Keep writing and creating and trying. There are countless authors who have been in the same position I’m currently in, who’ve made similar mistakes and have overcome them to become intensely successful. I know there will be more query rejections, more mistakes, and more disappointment in myself. But I also know that it will be worth the struggle, and that literally creating magic and monsters for a living will be worth every moment of it.

What can we expect from you in the future?
2018 was a busy year for me, and I’m hoping that 2019 will continue to be so. I’m thrilled to release Hunt of the Gods, and I plan on writing the first book of a young adult fantasy that I’ll send to literary agents in hopes of having it bought and maybe published. I’ll also be working on the third book in the Areios Brothers series. Lastly, I’ll be looking at possibly re-releasing a collection of horror stories from my early publishing days now that some of the rights have returned to me, as well as my standalone story Path of the Horseman. I’m not planning on getting all of this done this year, and will be focusing on the first two projects more than the others.

Do you have any “side stories” about the characters?
I do! There will be a mini story included in Hunt of the Gods told from Selena’s perspective, as well as a collection of stories from Selena and Liam’s POV’s that will be released in an anthology, but I have no idea when the release date will be.

When did you first consider yourself a writer?
I suppose it was when I had my first short story published by a small publishing house called Mocha Memoirs Press. It was a story about a necromancer who gets roped into working for the mafia to raise a ghost assassin. In the grand scheme of things, it’s not much, but it was the first time I considered myself a professional.

What are you passionate about these days?
I have a big love for coloring books to help me relax, and I’m huuuuge into anime right now. I haven’t seen all the classics yet, but my current favorites are Full Metal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Castlevania, Berserk, Fate/Zero, and Hellsing Ultimate.

Describe yourself in 5 words or less!
Witty, creative, nerdy, fun-loving, and friendly.

If you could spend time with a character from your book whom would it be? And what would you do during that day?

If I had to pick, I would go with Liam from the Areios Brothers series. He’s a guy who likes fun and is easy to laugh with and talk to. Liam loves the beach, so I would probably want to go to the beach and hang out there with him. Being from Canada, any day in the sun is the best kind of day!

Do you see writing as a career?
Absolutely. While I’m not doing it now, one of my goals this year is to at least be signed by a literary agent. Writing is the only thing I can see myself doing. I’ve briefly wondered what else I would do if being a professional fiction author wasn’t something I wanted to pursue, but I literally can’t think of anything else I would rather do with my life. I believe that hard work and commitment bring success, so I am determined to do just that.

Do you prefer to write in silence or with noise? Why?
I can do either, but I prefer to write with music in the background. I usually pick hard rock or epic music, though it depends on the scene. It helps me focus on the action and gets my blood pumping, so I often write faster and, in first drafts, I’m more “in the moment.”

Do your characters seem to hijack the story or do you feel like you have the reigns of the story?

Yes! They absolutely do. I usually take lots of time planning the plot and writing the characters, half the time, they follow the basic storyline. But the other half of the time, they do whatever they want to do. Verbally, I gripe about it a lot, but in all honesty, I enjoy when characters go their own directions. It often brings out their personalities and quirks and leads to more engaging action and storylines.

How long have you been writing?

If we’re counting years since I’ve been writing professionally, about four years. If we’re talking about since I started writing in general, about six or seven. I started when I was in my early teens, then took a break for a couple years before finally discovering it was what I wanted to do with the rest of my life.  

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46 Comments
Janet W.
3/4/2019 07:35:37 am

I love this unique cover! Sounds like an interesting read!

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Amy Braun link
3/4/2019 08:23:34 pm

Thank you so much! I'm addicted to this cover too, but I'm also kinda biased. ;)

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Wendy Jensen
3/4/2019 10:48:20 am

This sounds like a great book. I would love to read it.

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Amy Braun link
3/4/2019 08:24:02 pm

Thank you! :D

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Calvin
3/4/2019 11:15:47 am

I love your guest post, I definitely enjoy a lot of anime too, haven't seen some on your list.. I have heard of beserk.. helsing ultimate.. and monster

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Amy Braun link
3/4/2019 08:24:57 pm

Thank you! And they are pretty intense-- not for the faint of heart or easily offended, but stellar once you get past all the monstrous things some of the characters do. Just a heads up. ;)

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Chelle
3/4/2019 12:05:29 pm

Love the title! So big...so explosive!

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Amy Braun link
3/4/2019 08:25:50 pm

Haha Thank you!

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Rita Wray
3/4/2019 12:14:46 pm

Sounds like a good read.

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Amy Braun link
3/4/2019 08:26:06 pm

Thanks!

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Bea LaRocca
3/4/2019 12:21:09 pm

Gorgeous cover and an intriguing synopsis. This sounds like a must read for me. Thank you so much for the guest post and giveaway, I have enjoyed reading about you and your work.

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Amy Braun link
3/5/2019 07:32:40 pm

Thank you so much Bea! That really means a lot to me. :D

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Kelly Nicholson
3/4/2019 12:47:47 pm

What do you think of the book or the cover?

looks like an old comic book./..flame on

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Amy Braun link
3/5/2019 07:33:04 pm

I'm glad I'm not the only one who thought that! ;)

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Karen Propes
3/4/2019 02:53:05 pm

Love the cover, it looks exciting bringing in the elements of fire and lighting. It helps make the story more realistic. Can't wait to read.

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Amy Braun link
3/5/2019 07:33:27 pm

Yay! Thank you!

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Debbie P
3/4/2019 02:56:07 pm

This book sounds like a great read. Fantastic cover.

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Amy Braun link
3/5/2019 07:34:00 pm

Thanks! :D

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wendy hutton
3/4/2019 03:59:40 pm

electricifying cover, love it

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Amy Braun link
3/5/2019 07:34:25 pm

Thanks! :)

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lynn clayton
3/4/2019 05:49:15 pm

love the cover this looks like a great read that will keep up at night reading

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Amy Braun link
3/6/2019 11:08:49 am

That's the goal! ;)

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Elaine G
3/4/2019 05:55:23 pm

Enjoyed reading the post. Sounds like a good book,great cover too.

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Amy Braun link
3/6/2019 11:09:51 am

Thank you!

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Grace Henley
3/4/2019 06:35:11 pm

Sounds like a good Book, Love the Cover!

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Amy Braun link
3/6/2019 11:14:00 am

Than you so much!

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Victoria
3/4/2019 07:44:34 pm

I love the cover!

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Amy Braun link
3/6/2019 11:16:27 am

Thanks so much!

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Dale Wilken
3/4/2019 09:13:32 pm

Sounds really great I like the cover.

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Amy Braun link
3/6/2019 11:17:14 am

Yay! Thanks!

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Michelle Hooper
3/5/2019 11:48:31 am

Cover looks great

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Amy Braun link
3/7/2019 07:10:25 am

Thank you very much!

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Marcy Meyer
3/5/2019 04:36:12 pm

Enjoyed reading the quest post. Sounds like a good book.

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Amy Braun link
3/7/2019 07:11:08 am

Thank you! I'd love to hear your thoughts on it! :D

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heather
3/6/2019 02:37:22 pm

I love the cover and this sounds like my kind of book.

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Amy Braun link
3/7/2019 07:11:30 am

Yay! I hope you enjoy it! :D

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Kathy Cozzarelli
3/8/2019 10:04:21 pm

It sounds like a good series. What happened to California?

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James Robert
3/9/2019 02:02:45 am

I am enjoying these tours and finding all the terrific books my family is enjoying reading. Thanks for bringing them to us and keep up the good work.

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Laura Rubenstein
3/9/2019 06:26:04 pm

No questions, the cover is great!

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Mood Reader
3/14/2019 04:40:06 pm

Sounds like a great read! :)

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June S.
3/18/2019 01:22:55 pm

Love the books cover, good luck.

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Lavender P.
3/23/2019 02:36:06 am

Nice! I'm always delighted to hear about stories featuring old greek/roman mythology. Takes me back to the Xena & Hercules days...

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Terri Quick
3/27/2019 01:26:17 pm

Very nice cover

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Daniel M
3/28/2019 07:51:40 pm

like the cover

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Sandra Dufoe
4/3/2019 06:41:05 pm

I love the cover I definitely would have noticed it on the shelf.

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Jerry Marquardt
4/4/2019 11:19:57 pm

I would like to give thanks for all your really great writings, including Storm of the Gods, and wishing the best in keeping up the good work in the future.

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