Melanie P. Smith | Author

Theirs was an ancient, male-dominated world when females were the property of fathers or husbands. If a girl was pretty, her value increased. She was then a commodity and could be sold, traded, used for gambling wagers, debts, or other profitable transactions. YuYan, Jerasheba, Basha and Neneth come together in a king’s harem. Hidden from the outside world, they and many others endure twelve months of purification and instruction before they ever see His Majesty, if then. Their prison is luxurious, evidence of unbelievable wealth belonging to the most powerful ruler ever known. Closely guarded, controlled, and vulnerable, they struggle for survival in a tinderbox of jealousy, fear, violence, and deception while striving for individual worth and identity. A PRISON OF SILK shows how inner strength, hope, and persistence are the only armor any of them have. One or two of the girls, holding on to impossible dreams, might see opportunities beyond anything they could have imagined. The question is, will fate work for or against them? Buy Now... https://bookgoodies.com/a/B09SFH2YB9 http://dalewrites.com/ "A debut novel containing numerous interwoven sub-plots, good imagery, great characterisation, and effective dialogue. Four young girls, all captured early in the tale, come from a variety of backgrounds. They must adapt to life in a harem belonging to a powerful, uncompromising ruler. Loyalty, jealousy, love, hate, fear, despair, and courage feature in their peculiar world, as the months, extend to years with little hope of escape. Resourcefulness, determination, and resilience are the key to survival, and each of the concubines deals with their situation differently. When the sprawling kingdom comes under threat of invasion, opportunities arise for individuals to determine their own fate. Among other things, the subjugation of women is highlighted in this well-told tale." -- Tom (Amazon)

The name is Allen. Ken Allen. These days Ken Allen is a nobody. But once upon a time, his name was Brand. Jove Brand. Eighteen years ago, Ken Allen played the famous fictional superspy in Near Death, a movie so bad it was never meant to be seen. Since then, Ken has faded into cult obscurity, but when his celebrated successor is killed in the same ghastly fashion as the villain in Near Death, Ken is cast as the prime suspect. The only way for Ken to clear his name is to go full method and once again play the part of Jove Brand, except this time it’s for real. As murder surrounds him, the secrets behind Near Death Ken fought to keep buried for eighteen years begin to surface. https://bookgoodies.com/a/B093JPRZ3H “[A] nicely plotted debut . . . Readers will have fun spotting the real-life inspirations for the characters, and the authentically described fight scenes will please martial arts enthusiasts. Hopefully, Ken will be back soon for a sequel.” —Publishers Weekly “J. A. Crawford's debut is a pitch-perfect combination of action, mystery, and humor.” —Anthony Award-winning author Gigi Pandian Video created by MPSmith Publishing https://melaniepsmith.com Like this video? Visit my website to learn how to get one customized for your own books. Just click on the link https://melaniepsmith.com/for-authors

Get it now... https://geni.us/DepthsofDarkness​ Let the Nightmares Begin... Dare you venture into these macabre worlds created for your ‘entertainment’? Whether or not they are publicly admitted, many of us have a fear or phobia. A phobia is an irrational fear. True terror, on the other hand, can evolve from no more than a belief, or a thought, provoked by a situation, or rapidly changing circumstances. Remember, your thoughts can be your worst enemy, and the better your imagination, the more terrifying your world can become. Here, you will find a wide selection of atmospheric tales by members of the Indie Author Support and Discussion group. https://indieauthorsupportanddiscussi...​ Hell Fire by Tom Benson Dwelling in the Shadows by Sylva Fae Pyrohypnosis by Melanie P. Smith The Round House by Penny Luker A Fate Worse Than Death by P.A. Rudders Thimbles at Dawn by Sarah Stuart The Prophecy by Lacey Lane Lion by John M.W. Smith Only the Lonely by Theresa Jacobs The Jacket by Pam Kesterson The Memorial by Sarah Stuart Be Careful What You Wish For by P.A. Rudders Pain Relief by Tom Benson Mistaken Identity by Penny Luker Video created by MPSmith Publishing https://melaniepsmith.com​

When someone you love vanishes, how far would you go to get them back? Young girls are disappearing in groups of three, their bodies callously discarded by a killer whose methods stun even the most seasoned detectives. Agent Skeeter Perkins is a world-renowned profiler. He’s been with the FBI for over a decade and has made a name for himself catching the worst serial killers known to man. His current case, a man the media has dubbed the “Scientist” is no different. But, when Perkins and his team start to close in, the stakes become personal. Skeet must put everything on the line as he plunges headlong into the most desperate hunt of his life. Buy Links... eBook - https://books2read.com/Subterfuge Audiobook - https://geni.us/SubterfugeAudio

Part Mortal, Part Divinity, Fully Devoted. The gathering has begun. Six demigods embark on an epic journey of danger, mystical creatures, dark magic, and intrigue. When an ancient prophesy is triggered, the tale of six powerful immortals begins. Legend has it, the chosen six will triumph over evil and restore peace. But first, they must gather together and converge on the land where their parents were defeated. Time is running out, the Titans want revenge, and the future of the entire world is at stake. Meet the immortals -The wiccan, the shifter, the Master of Water, the siren, the healer, the Reader of Minds. Their destiny awaits — if they accept their fate and unite to confront a dangerous enemy in the battle of a lifetime. https://books2read.com/Divergence Video created by MPSmith Publishing https://melaniepsmith.com​ Like this video? Visit my website to learn how to get one customized for your own books. Just click on the link https://melaniepsmith.com/for-authors