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Book Review: The Green Ticket by Samantha March
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Book Review: The Green Ticket by Samantha March

I was provided with a copy of THE GREEN TICKET by Samantha March in exchange for an honest review.

The story begins with Alex Abrams, college junior, who lands her dream job as a manager at a successful salon and spa. She is very eager and excited to have a real adult job that entails scheduling, conference calls, handling employee conflicts and massages … but she might be in over her head as she slowly realizes that her boss, Kevin Dohlman, might be her worst nightmare. A few weeks in she discovers that he is not only difficult to work for, but he is also quite the ladies man at work – but, he happens to be married to the other manager of the spa. So, what’s a gal to do? She tries to ignore it and move on because she really wants to keep the job, but it only worsens. And on top of trying to manage her school work, her own relationship with her new hottie of a boyfriend, her friendships and her own life, things become complicated. Juggling everything becomes quite a task and it is only a matter of time until everything comes toppling down on her, but will she spill the beans about Kevin first in order to save herself and everything else that she cares about? Or is she willing to risk it all to keep her dream job?

Obviously, I was very excited when Samantha asked me to read/review her second novel … and I couldn’t have loved it more. Yes, this book is definitely directed toward a much younger audience (think college age), but even though I am far past that time in my life (yikes! I’m almost 30!), I was definitely able to relate and find myself thinking back to my time in college. Samantha does an amazing job at creating real conflict and believable characters and relationships. From the get go I knew that Kevin was bad news and I was glad that Alex was mature enough to realize it. I also loved Harry from the get go. He was so charming and sweet and I think Samantha did such a great job at constructing such a strong love interest. Overall, this book is very entertaining and engaging. It grabs you from the early chapters and pulls you in until the very end. This is a great second novel from Samantha and I can’t wait to see what book #3 brings! I recommend you get your hands on it quick!
Rating: 5 stars

January 25, 2013
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New Wedding Video: Eight Month Countdown!
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New Wedding Video: Eight Month Countdown!

Another wedding video is here! I’m sharing more plans for my September 7 wedding…eight months to go! Wedding Video 4

January 10, 2013
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Welcome 2013
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Welcome 2013

2013 is officially here, and while I’m sad to see 2012 go, I’m nothing but excited to welcome in the New Year. 2012 saw a lot of highs and of course a few lows for my life. Lessons were learned and challenges were overcome. I watched a close friend battle with cancer, and another close friend go through a devastating breakup. I welcomed a new nephew into the world and my wonderful boyfriend became my fiancé. I expanded Marching Ink, hired an assistant, published two books, made new fabulous friends in the virtual world, and released my second novel. 2012 was a big year, and I can only hope 2013 will be a good one as well. I’m ready for the challenges that I can overcome, I’m ready for adventures to be taken, I’m ready for lessons to be learned, I’m ready to become a wife. I hope to still be as a good of a daughter, sister, aunt and friend that I can. So welcome 2013 – let the party begin!

January 1, 2013
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The Green Ticket – Now On Sale!
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The Green Ticket – Now On Sale!

I am very excited that it is release day for my second novel THE GREEN TICKET! It took me just under one year to plan, write and edit the book, and I am so happy that it is released to the world today. I am so grateful for all the support and encouragement I receive through this website, and I feel so lucky and blessed to be able to do what I love. Below is some information on myself, THE GREEN TICKET, and how to support me and grab your copy. Thank you so much – I’m off to celebrate some more!

Blurb:
College junior Alex Abrams scores her dream job at the ripe age of twenty – manager to a successful salon and spa. Thrilled to finally have a real adult job, Alex enthusiastically jumps into the world of schedules, conference calls, and getting a massage when interviewing prospective employees. What she doesn’t expect are the very grown-up issues that comes with a demanding boss. Kevin Dohlman quickly becomes Alex’s worse nightmare – covering up his affairs, dealing with his enormous ego, and trying to protect her female staff from him becomes a full-time job in its own right. Alex has also befriended Kevin’s wife and co-owner, Dani, and is trying to keep Kevin’s secrets hidden from her. The situation only worsens when Kevin starts paying Alex off to make sure she keeps her insider knowledge to herself.
While struggling to keep her wits and stay happy with her new grown-up job, Alex is juggling college courses, a new love interest, and keeping up with her close group of girlfriends. When her roommate and best friend Lila gets offered an opportunity to move to Los Angeles and sign with an agent, Alex realizes her life truly is changing, and everyone around her – including herself – is is growing up. Knowing she is faced with some hard decisions ahead, Alex struggles with keeping her job at Blissful. But does she really want to throw away what she dreamed of as a career – or will the secret-keeping for Kevin become too much to handle? The Green Ticket is a story about morals versus money, and how one young woman navigates the shaky line between the two.

Samantha March Bio:

Samantha March is an author, editor, publisher, blogger, and all around book lover. She runs the popular book/women’s lifestyle blog ChickLitPlus, which keeps her bookshelf stocked with the latest reads and up to date on all things health, fitness, fashion, and celebrity related. In 2011 she launched her independent publishing company Marching Ink and her debut novel Destined to Fail. When she isn’t reading, writing, or blogging, you can find her cheering for the Green Bay Packers.

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December 5, 2012
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Pre-Order The Green Ticket!
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Pre-Order The Green Ticket!

My second novel, The Green Ticket, will be for sale on December 5, but I am giving readers a chance to pre-order their book now…

December 3, 2012
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Breaking the Rules Swag Bag Giveaway!
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Breaking the Rules Swag Bag Giveaway!

Marching Ink is hosting the Breaking the Rules swag bag giveaway during the month of November! Below are the details, including all the ways you…

December 2, 2012
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Book Review: 77 Ways to Find New Readers for Your Self-Published Book! by Laura Pepper Wu
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Book Review: 77 Ways to Find New Readers for Your Self-Published …

Laura Pepper Wu is someone I feel lucky to have made an acquaintance with. She runs a great service for writers, Ladies Who Critique, and also 30 Day Books – both I highly recommend checking out! When she came to me with her book 77 Ways to Find New Readers for Your Self-Published Book! I jumped at the chance. An indie author and publisher myself, how could I say no to that title? And I thought this book was fab! Filled with tips and tricks for writers looking to gain more exposure and new readers, I found this to be a very handy tool. I recommend having some paper handy while reading, as I was jotting down notes to myself while going through it, and I’m happy to say I’ve already implemented three ideas from the book, and I just finished it a day ago! I’m very happy I got the book, and for self-published authors, I would give this a read!

Another quick tip– if you are looking for professional looking and easy to use author website, check out the Authorlicious WordPress theme that is now available through 30 Day Books!
[Rating: 5]

November 30, 2012
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Future Tour: The Green Ticket by Samantha March
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Future Tour: The Green Ticket by Samantha March

I am so excited to go on tour in December with my second women’s fiction novel The Green Ticket! My tour dates are December 17-January…

November 13, 2012
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Blog Tour Sign Up: The Green Ticket by Samantha March
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Blog Tour Sign Up: The Green Ticket by Samantha March

College junior Alex Abrams scores her dream job at the ripe age of twenty – manager to a successful salon and spa. Thrilled to finally have a real adult job, Alex enthusiastically jumps into the world of schedules, conference calls, and getting a massage when interviewing prospective employees. What she doesn’t expect are the very grown-up issues that comes with a demanding boss. Kevin Dohlman quickly becomes Alex’s worse nightmare – covering up his affairs, dealing with his enormous ego, and trying to protect her female staff from him becomes a full-time job in its own right. Alex has also befriended Kevin’s wife and co-owner, Dani, and is trying to keep Kevin’s secrets hidden from her. The situation only worsens when Kevin starts paying Alex off to make sure she keeps her insider knowledge to herself.
While struggling to keep her wits and stay happy with her new grown-up job, Alex is juggling college courses, a new love interest, and keeping up with her close group of girlfriends. When her roommate and best friend Lila gets offered an opportunity to move to Los Angeles and sign with an agent, Alex realizes her life truly is changing, and everyone around her – including herself ­­–– is growing up. Knowing she is faced with some hard decisions ahead, Alex struggles with keeping her job at Blissful. But does she really want to throw away what she dreamed of as a career – or will the secret-keeping for Kevin become too much to handle? The Green Ticket is a story about morals versus money, and how one young woman navigates the shaky line between the two.

October 8, 2012
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