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A is for After

Hello, I bet you didn't expect to see me here!

Before I jump into the A-Z post, I just want to extend a huge thanks to everyone for your support of my new book launch yesterday! It was an absolutely insane day but I wouldn't change anything - I've said it before and I'll say it again - writers really do ROCK!

And... on that note, let's get this A-Z thing started!

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My A-Z Theme is based on my books, the Game On series. You won’t need to have read them to follow this story, since it’s slightly removed from the full plot, like a side story. What it will do is give you a glimpse into my characters, and a chance to get to know them a little bit, PLUS, during the story, you will get a mini tour of parts of the UK! The posts will come from two of my main characters, Leah Walker and Radleigh McCoy. (The first post is a little bit of an introduction, the story will start properly tomorrow, so I hope you guys stick with me!)

A – After 
(Leah)

Radleigh McCoy became someone I’d never forget from the moment I met him. Granted, I thought the reason he’d always be memorable was because I’d be in jail for his murder after he frustrated me one time too many, but there you have it!


We made it, in a sort of, let’s-keep-fighting-until-we-can-find-a-way-to-be-together kind of way. And after a brief trip home to L.A to pack and explain to his family what had happened over the past two days (namely us getting our crap together!) he’d be coming to stay with me in Cornwall. Yup, Radleigh McCoy, soccer superstar, would be switching sunny California for… well… the rainy countryside of the UK. Honestly, I wasn’t sure how he’d cope without his big house, his car, and a city that pretty much has everything anyone could ever want.


But I was eager to see where the next chapter in our story would take us. You know, after the drama.

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And as a bonus - here's a teaser from Game On for you! 



(I know this was a short one, but I hope you come back tomorrow for more!) 
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  1. Annalisa Crawford1 April 2014 at 11:57

    Well, this is a surprise!! But I loved the voices last time you did a Game On theme, so I'm glad you're taking it further. Happy April :-)

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  2. J.L. Campbell1 April 2014 at 12:32

    Now that's an interesting introduction to your characters.

    J.L. Campbell writes at The Character Depot
    and the Jamaican Kid Lit Blog.

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  3. Suzi1 April 2014 at 12:54

    I think I'd choose England over LA. LA is good for visiting, but I wouldn't want to live there.

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    1. Anonymous1 April 2014 at 15:22

      Suzi, I'd take England over LA, as well.

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    2. Kyra Lennon1 April 2014 at 21:47

      I agree! I mean, I live in the UK, obviously, but I wouldn't like to live in L.A, either!

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  4. Anonymous1 April 2014 at 13:26

    Oh looking forward to a story taking place in Cornwall! My in laws live in Cornwall, I love it down there. I've moved to the other side of the world (Hong Kong) so it's always lovely to read stories that take place back home!

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    1. Kyra Lennon1 April 2014 at 21:47

      Wow, you're a long way from home! I hope you enjoy this little reminder of the UK!

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  5. Anonymous1 April 2014 at 13:45

    Congrats on your book launch!
    I'd definitely choose England over LA any day!
    I don't mind short and it was good teaser! <3

    Jamie Dement (LadyJai)
    My A to Z
    Caring for My Veteran

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  6. kjmckendry1 April 2014 at 14:19

    I love Radleigh he's a great character! I love your theme, can't wait to see what else your characters have in store for us.

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  7. Alex J. Cavanaugh1 April 2014 at 14:48

    She suckered him in! You women have a way of doing that.

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  8. Christine Rains1 April 2014 at 14:50

    Hehehe! I can't wait to see where the next chapter takes them too! :)

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  9. Trisha1 April 2014 at 14:51

    Short ones are okay, because then we have more time to read other blogs as well :P Just sayin'.

    Loved GAME ON, and this little snippet was fun to read!

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    1. Kyra Lennon1 April 2014 at 22:06

      I was actually thinking along the same lines with short posts. It's hard to get around to everyone when the posts are too long!

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  10. Meli Landry1 April 2014 at 15:07

    Happy A2Z! Well done. :) I think I'm going to like this characters!

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  11. Charity Bradford1 April 2014 at 15:51

    Fun! I can't wait to learn more about your characters and story.

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  12. Nick Wilford1 April 2014 at 16:10

    Hope you enjoy the Challenge! Nice start. I have been in Cornwall during the summer, and it was hot enough!

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  13. ilima1 April 2014 at 16:55

    I love your snippets...been reading them on FB too. :)

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  14. Anonymous1 April 2014 at 16:58

    Looking forward to seeing what else you have planned for this month's challenge. Great job! Keep it up. :)

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  15. Crystal Collier1 April 2014 at 17:03

    Lol! "I’d be in jail for his murder..." Oh my. Now that's a line. LOVE IT. And I totally need to start reading your books. They're in the TBR list, but my time stopper has been on the fritz. It's so frustrating functioning in real time. At least I have my cheese.

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    1. Kyra Lennon1 April 2014 at 22:19

      Don't worry, I understand the nightmare that is TBR lists lol! Thanks for stopping by!

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  16. Stephsco1 April 2014 at 18:11

    Congrats on your book release!

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  17. Elizabeth Seckman1 April 2014 at 19:19

    Best of luck on the release! I picked up my copy yesterday...your marketing ploy worked!

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  18. Cherie Reich1 April 2014 at 19:53

    Hehe! I love those teaser lines from Game On.

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  19. Lynda R Young as Elle Cardy1 April 2014 at 23:04

    A great start to the A-Z.
    I loved the tease.

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  20. L.G. Keltner1 April 2014 at 23:07

    Happy A to Z! I love reading the teasers that you so kindly share with us!

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  21. Krista McLaughlin2 April 2014 at 05:37

    I'd be in jail for his murder - great line and great start to the A to Z! :)

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  22. Anonymous2 April 2014 at 07:58

    All the best for your book launch! Love Cornwall, visited there many times over the years. So yeah, give me Cornwall over LA any day!
    Loved the intro and Happy A to Z-ing. :)

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  23. Unknown2 April 2014 at 08:52

    Good luck on your book launch, nice to connect and follow on AtoZ
    http://aimingforapublishingdeal.blogspot.co.uk/
    Twitter: WriterBizWoman

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  24. Sheena-kay Graham2 April 2014 at 10:24

    I'd be insulted he would think that pick up line would get anything more than an eye roll. Congrats on your latest book and successful Facebook launch party. Welcome to A-Z!

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  25. Laura Clipson2 April 2014 at 16:38

    I will get around to reading Game On eventually - it's been on my Kindle forever! I love this snippet anyway, looking forward to reading more :)

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  26. Amanda Lee5 April 2014 at 07:16

    Great introduction! I love your chipper and fun writing style -- easy to read and your words flow well! Visiting from A to Z, http://houserevivals.blogspot.com/

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  27. Doreen McGettigan7 April 2014 at 16:11

    I am a bit late and trying to catch up. Good start to the challenge.
    doreenmcgettigan.com

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