Eloisa James Brings Magic of Fairy Tales to Print, e-books

NEW YORK, NY (PRWEB) December 10, 2011

New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James knows how to spin a tale?and most recently, she has been captivating readers by spinning fairy tales in new and surprising ways. She has given the readers a Cinderella with a sympathetic stepsister in A KISS AT MIDNIGHT and a Beast who bears strong resemblance to an unlikely combination of Dr. Gregory House and Alfred J. Prufrock in WHEN BEAUTY TAMED THE BEAST.

James?s interest in fairy tales, in the twisting and reimagining of them, is not random. When asked why she decided to take on some of the most beloved stories in history, she said, ?The answer has to do with my father, Robert Bly, and his interest in reworking fairy tales (most famously, Iron John). But I also like them because they present a challenge: can I surprise my readers when they already know the outlines of my plot??

James has garnered much praise for her novels? transcendence of the romance genre. Library Journal says of her soon-to-be-published title, THE DUKE IS MINE, ?With rapier wit, bawdy wordplay, and a stinging sense of fun, James targets social rigidity, explores the meaning of perfection (and heroism), and catches readers off guard with any number of unexpected twists.?

Building excitement for her next trip into the realm of fancy is a re-telling of The Princess and the Pea in THE DUKE IS MINE (on sale from Avon Books December 27, 2011; ISBN 9780062021281; e-ISBN 9780062096364; $ 7.99), a novel that touches on Asperger?s syndrome, intellectual disability, and, of course, lumpy mattresses. Readers can get a taste of the ill-sleeping princess in James?s e-novella from Avon Impulse, WINNING THE WALLFLOWER (on sale December 6, 2011; ISBN 9780062191823; $ 0.99), starring the best friend of the heroine from THE DUKE IS MINE.

In WINNING THE WALLFLOWER, which Romance Novel News calls ?a romance?that will delightfully enchant readers,? Cyrus Ravensthorpe wants only one thing in his life: to reclaim his family?s status in society, lost after his mother married a solicitor scandalously below her station. To do this, Cyrus has a plan, one step of which is to marry a woman of eminent respectability. Lucy Towerton, unassuming and proper with a pleasing figure and no noticeable passions, is the perfect choice. So he meets he meets her, speaks to her father, and is promptly betrothed to her. He just might not have remembered to woo her?

Lucy Towerton, known not-so-affectionately as ?The Tower? by the ton for her vertically-gifted appearance, has recently come into a large, unexpected fortune, and is now one of the most sought after society misses. Some would say her transformation wallflower to the belle of the ball is a real life fairy tale. All Lucy knows is that now she must break her engagement to the very attractive, but lamentably untitled Cyrus?a perfectly acceptable fianc? when she was penniless, but now her mother insists she must aim much higher.

And even though Lucy is undeniably infatuated with Cyrus, she will break the engagement. Because no matter how proper a girl is, she deserves some passion in her life. And she?s not sure Cyrus is the man to provide it. Cyrus, however, is quite sure that he is?.

About the Author:

New York Times bestselling author Eloisa James writes historical romances for HarperCollins Publishers. Her novels have been published to great acclaim. A reviewer from USA Today wrote of Eloisa's very first book that she "found herself devouring the book like a dieter with a Hershey bar"; later People Magazine raved that "romance writing does not get much better than this." Her novels have repeatedly received starred reviews from Publishers' Weekly and Library Journal and regularly appear on the best-seller lists.

After graduating from Harvard University, Eloisa got an M.Phil. from Oxford University, a Ph.D. from Yale and eventually became a Shakespeare professor, publishing an academic book with Oxford University Press. Currently she is an associate professor at Fordham University in New York City. Her "double life" is a source of fascination to the media and her readers. In her professorial guise, she's written a New York Times op-ed defending romance, as well as articles published everywhere from women's magazines such as More to writers' journals such as the Romance Writers' Report.

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James Michael Pratt, New York Times Bestselling Author of "The Lost Valentine," a Hallmark Hall of Fame Book to Film in 2011, Releases Serialized "2012 - The Book"

Washington, DC (PRWEB) December 31, 2011

2012! Much anticipated as a tipping point in history by everyone from Mayan Calendar aficionados to Nostradamus fans, leads all to question, "Will 2012 be a year of disaster?"

But there is much more than predictions of disaster to consider as we march into 2012. The world is experiencing serious financial, social, cultural and political upheavals as demonstrated in a crescendo of dangerous events dominating the news.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, James Michael Pratt brings vast experience to his new work in thriller and suspense category writing. The author of nine published works James is best known for the 2011 CBS Movie of the Week and Hallmark Hall of Fame production based upon his first international release, The Lost Valentine, a story viewed by over 14.3 million households on Jan. 30, 2011 and now available on DVD. James Michael Pratt novels have earned him the accolades of critics. People Magazine said: ?Like a return to Bridges of Madison County territory,? of The Lost Valentine. Booklist called him, ?A master of moral fiction,? for Ticket Home. Publisher?s Weekly said of The Lighthouse Keeper, ?His simple story will please the readers ready for a good cry.? Pratt?s bestsellers have reached a worldwide audience, and have been translated into 6 languages.

James Michael Pratt and co-author Kerry Patton of the new "2012 - The Book" free chapter series, are experienced columnists, as well as frequent radio and television guests emphasizing political, intelligence, and cultural issues which are forcing Americans to decide what kind of country and world they will live in well beyond the coming year.

The authors are eagerly tackling a book released for free reading, one chapter at a time, titled simply "2012--The Book!" Each chapter will contain plots and settings ripped from the headlines and delivered to the reader in real time. Characters shall work in all the rolls readers have come to expect in thriller category reads: Special Ops, Intelligence, Journalists, Military, USA, Israeli, and foreign protagonists portraying real people and real events.

All "2012 -The Book" chapters are "free" reading online and have not been optioned by a major publisher or film producer. Pratt and Patton are excited to expose their storyline and talent to readers eager to learn the inner workings of those sworn to protect US vital interests in 2012. Associated websites offering more information and weekly free chapter links include http://www.2012book.net, http://www.jerusalemreports.com, and http://www.jmpratt.com.

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