Cover Reveal: Shine Through the Noise 2!

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Today marks a Special & Momentous day here on the AlfonzoWords blog, as we get an *Exclusive First Look* at the Cover of the highly anticipated sequel book,
 Shine Through the Noise 2  by Akasha Garnier!!!

The first book was an immense inspiration to me & a large contributor to my success today as a Social Media Influencer, Author & Blogger. My story of success is featured in the book!

Woooohooo! I'm beyond excited for the release of this book & cannot wait to share the amazingly beautiful cover with you. If you recall we did the cover reveal for her first book Secrets to Shine Through the Noise. Akasha has also joined us for a quick Movie Tag on the 9th of June 2016, read more about it Here.

Meet Akasha Lin Garnier

Author, Producer, Filmmaker

Akasha first started writing Gothic stories to entertain her Halloween guests in St. Paul, Minnesota. She went to college in Minneapolis where the radio station nominated her to be Production Director and “The voice of WMMR”. Akasha enjoyed a wide range of musical influences from The Beatles, The Who, Prince, U2, Pearl Jam, The Replacements and house music. She then honed in on a show featuring dance music hosted with her honors’ writing classmate. Fortunately, the first PR proposal she ever wrote said ‘Yes’! Voila, First Avenue of “Purple Rain” fame sponsored her award-winning radio show. Akasha continued to round out her writing, PR and producer skills in alternative radio, event and video production, then travel from sea to shining sea.

Akasha’s proud of her work as a writer, producer, and actress; she balanced branding work as a writer and producer in Minneapolis, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, London, Paris/Cannes, Maui and Hawaii. She excels at helping clients shine with 15 awards/accolades since 2007.

Akasha also enjoys giving back through her Promo Partners
The main partner right now is The Who’s Charity: Teen Cancer America and her Italian family’s Fantastic Restaurants; Nando Milano
As well as Helping people balance business and creative skills as amplifying their brand value. Akasha will celebrate the book’s release in a few select cities, and then finish negotiating her travel thriller series for release in best-selling book and film form.

Akasha was invited to write a motivational book based on her branding expertise, love of travel and the ability to inspire with the right blend of business and creative skills

From Left to Right: Akasha with the Stanley Cup from Chicago Blackhawks
&
America’s Cup, Oracle Team USA reign

Before the reveal here's a quick word from the Legend Herself:

"Dear Readers,

I come to you Ricoh and dear readers with the same melange about my #ShineThroughtheNoise sequel: excitement, anticipation, inspiration, and relief. I've incorporated feedback and addressed top comments. We celebrate progress and success and continue to encourage each other. Life is better and beautiful...but never flawless. We all have ebbs and flows, even if we do not share them as publicly as other moments we want to project in our posts.

I feel it's important to talk about disappointment as a natural state as we start on our path. We must let go of more expectations to be open to ideas and feedback to spark creativity and chances...and even to failing along the way. There is no perfect 10, no ideal answer that suits us all.

I explore the idea of: “Shining through" instead of just "shine on”.

By acknowledging more ups and downs and the fact that we are not always picture perfect we are being authentic.

This will help you:

• Make room for breakthrough. 
• Hear your voice intuition and inner guidance. 
• Know when you're on the right path when you see/feel alignment of people, ideas and opportunities. 
• I am encouraged by the number of deeper connections I've been able to make with readers, followers, travelers, writers, entrepreneurs and friends. I am expanding ideas into a workshop and seminar as I write this and meeting with sponsors in October to find a good fit. 

I'm excited to share more of Ricoh's story and success (in the Shine 2 book and workshop) and for you to continue carving out your path!! I'm continuing my community partnership with Teen Cancer USA (TCA) for the Shine sequel and series. TCA has made great progress too. They partnered with Northwestern and Lurie's Children's Hospital in Chicago this summer (https://teencanceramerica.org/community-stories/roger-daltrey-presents-donation-northwestern-memorial-lurie-childrens-hospital-chicago ).

August 17 I attended a community event in Los Angeles hosted by Judd Apatow that will raise $5-8 million for Teen Cancer America. I'll follow up with the final numbers. And believe me, the venue for the private benefit is right out of a glamorous scene from my #Davanti thriller series, which is set in LA, Chicago and several gorgeous rivieras. More news coming on Davanti thriller in book and film form too! I know this event and Shine 2 launch was meant to happen first. I'm honored to share it with you!!

Thanks again for reading, for writing to me and for listening.

And wherever you are on our journey, believe it's worth the trip!

Sincere Aloha,

Akasha Lin"

So without further ado its time for that 

Exclusive First Look at the Cover of this inspirational book.

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✨ #ShineThroughtheNoise2 ✨ by Akasha Garnier 🎁
Cover Reveal Trailer:

Front Cover:

Front & Back Cover:

WOW! Epicness! Legend...Wait for It....DARY! Se Manifique, it looks like the cover of a beautiful movie and knowing Akasha, I'm sure it will be soon. {Wink Wink, Hint Hint}

All I want to do is turn the page and begin reading!! Don't you?

ORDER the First Book #ShineThroughtheNoise NOW!!!

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I; Enricoh Alfonzo; undoubtedly, vehemently, and whole-heartedly recommend this book!

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The Dragonian Series Cover Revamp Reveal

Welcome to 
The Dragonian Series 

Cover Revamp Reveal

Old                                    New

 

 

UNIVERSAL LINKS TO PURCHASE

FIREBOLT    THUNDERLIGHT    FROSTBITE

MOONBREEZE   STARLIGHT

Firebolt

The Dragonian Series

Book One

Adrienne Woods

Genre: YA Fantasy

Publisher: Fire Quill Publishing

Dragons. Right. Teenage girls don't believe in fairy tales, and sixteen-year old Elena Watkins was no different.

Until the night a fairy tale killed her father.

Now Elena's in a new world, and a new school. The cutest guy around may be an evil dragon, a Prince wants Elena's heart, and a long dead sorcerer may be waking up to kill her. Oh. And the only way Elena's going to graduate is on the back of a dragon of her own.

Teenage girls don't believe in fairy tales. Now it's time for Elena to believe - in herself.

Thunderlight

The Dragonian Series

Book Two

Adrienne Woods

Vibrant, scale swathed wings… Abilities that can be harnessed by a chosen few… Dragons…

All this may seem like old news, but for seventeen year-old Elena Watkins the world of Paegeia is not finished revealing all its secrets. During a summer break intended for relaxation, she discovers that her harrowing adventure to retrieve the King of Lion sword wasn’t the destiny foretold by the cryptic Viden, a dragon with the ability to see a person’s true fate. The words inked onto the page of the mysterious Book of Shadows remains black and Elena must return to Dragonia Academy to discover their true meaning.

Upon her return to the magnificent castle she has to face a challenge of a different kind, keeping her boyfriend Lucian McKenzie, the Prince of Tith and love of her life, away from the dangerous new student, Paul Sutton. As a Wyvern, Paul has made it his mission to claim Elena as his rider but he is proving to be more perilous than at first glance.

Everyone knew that Wyverns were bad news, and just as evil as the darkness that lurked inside Blake Leaf, the Rubicon forced to fight against his inner nature every day. But Elena can see a small light lurking in the darkness, a destiny still unfulfilled; to prove that Wyverns can be claimed.

Will Lucian’s dark secret about Wyverns and Elena’s need to prove their true nature cause their love to be torn apart? And which of Elena’s friends will be sacrificed this time if she is wrong?

Frostbite

The Dragonian Series

Book Three

Adrienne Woods

Losing Lucian McKenzie, the Prince of her heart and discovering her true identity has made Elena Watkins' life almost unbearable. However, new trials will test the 17 year-old's strength and push her to limits she didn’t think were possible.

Only a mysterious offer from Blake Leaf, the Rubicon and a dragon predestined for evil, reveals there may be a light at the end of Elena’s dark tunnel.

With the life she thought she knew crashing down around her, Elena will have to face a monumental decision about the fate of Paegeia. She can either make peace with Blake’s demands or try once again to unravel the Queen’s secrets that lie deep within her dragon, Tanya La Frey’s, heart.

The third heart pounding novel in The Dragonian Series by Adrienne Woods

Moonbreeze

The Dragonian Series

Book Four

Adrienne Woods

The life or a star-studded royal has not been kind to eighteen-year-old Elena Watkins. With a Council breathing down her neck and a dragon that refuses to accept her as his rider, she must convince everyone that she is ready to rule Paegeia like her parents before her. But she has made a promise to her father, King Albert, that she will not go looking for him and free the people of Etan. Elena has promised to never truly fulfill her destiny. However, situations out of her control will soon force her to confront herself and the evil that seeks to destroy her. Elena must look inside of herself to discover if she can defeat the approaching darkness, be accepted by the people of Paegeia, bring her dragon back to light and fulfill the destiny written in their stars.

Starlight

The Dragonian Series

Book Five

Adrienne Woods

In the Fifth and final part of the Dragonian Series, eighteen-year-old Elena Watkins and her dragon, the Rubicon, need to find the missing ingredients in order to free her father from Etan.

But what could the missing ingredient be?

And will she be willing to sacrifice her life if they don't find it before time runs out?

UNIVERSAL LINKS TO PURCHASE

FIREBOLT    THUNDERLIGHT    FROSTBITE

MOONBREEZE   STARLIGHT

About the Author:

I live in South Africa with my husband and two beautiful daughters where I write full time. The Dragonian series is my debut novels and Dream Casters is my second series with book two getting ready for release.
I love life, cherish every special second of it and live my dream.

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In the spirit of this amazing book series, you can take the quizz and find out which Dragon or Dragonian you are! 

How awesome is that?

I got the fiesty "Sun Blast"

Let us know what you get :-)

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Doctor Strange aka Benedict Cumberbatch: 5 Lessons You Taught Me

Bonjour No!

Half way through the week & it's #WednesdayWisdom.

Who's excited for the upcoming Doctor Strange Movie?!
In honor of my love for all things comics & Marvel, today's post shares with you 5 lessons both Doc Strange & Benny Sherlock has taught me.

You seek to weaken my resolve with fear! But know that #DoctorStrange understands fear-- & rules it!#WednesdayWisdom #amwriting #Motivation pic.twitter.com/aMXRuKYVWj

— Enricoh Alfonzo (@Alfonzowords) November 2, 2016

Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch CBE (born 19 July 1976) is an English actor and film producer who has performed in film, television, theatre and radio.

In 2014, Time magazine included him in its annual Time 100 as one of the "Most Influential People in the World". He was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) by Queen Elizabeth II in June 2015 for his services to the performing arts and to charity.

Dr. Stephen Vincent Strange, also known as Doctor Strange, is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by artist and character conceptualist Steve Ditko.

5 Lessons

5. Faith is my Sword. Truth my Shield. Knowledge my Armor.

"A true Defender never raises arms against an innocent, no matter how they threaten you--"

 Superheroes aren't always fictional, in fact they're just based on your relative perspective. To many of us our Mothers are our greatest Heroes. The mantra & ethos of a hero, is when given the Chance, they choose to make a difference. Be humbled if you do receive this Gift and do not squander it.

4. Today's Journey could become Tomorrow's Legend.

"I believe observation and knowledge must precede action."

Success does not happen overnight, it's a process, it's a journey and most of the time it's a really really long, really divergent one. Yes it's mucho important to have goals & envision your dream lifestyle but it's even more imperative that you enjoy the path that takes you there. 

3. Never Settle, Never Give Up

"You come into this world as you leave it, on your own. It's made me want to live a life slightly less ordinary."

Success always lies just outside your comfort zone. It's so easy, beyond easy in fact to settle for a life of ordinary when the Extraordinary appears less and less attainable. But I say NAY! BeLEIVE in MORE, believe in YOU. I promise you, you were born with infinite possibility.
Never Settle, Never Give Up.
You are More than what they say you are.

2. Rebel against the Machine

"You seek to weaken my resolve with fear! But know that Dr. Strange understands fear-- and rules it!"

 Challenge yourself EVERYDAY. I might be spontaneous, impulsive even but everyday a new challenge awaits me and I tackle it with renewed vigor. It's awesome to have a plan, just make sure it's flexible enough to include a few twists & turns.
They say intelligent get bored very quickly, if that's you then YAY you, you're intelligent. Which is why it's important to try new things as often as you can.

• Work can become repetitive.
• Life can become repetitive.
• Excersize can become repetitive.
• Relationships can become repetitive.
• Cooking can become repetitive.

The solution is be in a constant state of evolution & adaptation.

1. One more Chapter before Bed

"No matter the danger, no matter the dread challenge that awaits me ... I ... must go forth..." 

As my all time favorite author says, "Books are uniquely portable Magic."
Fits with the theme of Doctor Strange, Sorcerer Supreme, no? :-)

I am a firm believer that the Written Word & Books are mankind's Greatest Invention since the dawn of time. 

Words are immortal. 

Books can transport you to unbelievable worlds, rekindle your romantic heart, emblazon your passions, entangle your emotions, heal your soul, empower you mind and even "put a stopper in death" {Harry Potter fans will get that}

They are the life blood of our society & I could spend infinite lifetimes just reading them ALL.
In the series Supernatural, an angel & the scribe of God, has been living on Earth for centuries & even with his super mind to retain knowledge, his immortality, he still hasn't caught up with all that mankind has written!

Feel infinitely alive TODAY, pick up that book you've been holding out for. Honor the amazing authors that have spent countless hours of rejection upon rejection only to push forward and publish their books. 

Quis Custodiet ipsos Custodes?

--Who will Guard the Guardians?--


Become apart of the Legend that is the Reader.

I hope you enjoyed today's post. Join me next week for another 5 Lessons.
Doctor Strange is scheduled to be released on November 4, 2016

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Literature Tag: Roy Huff

Inspire. Create. Write.TM

Still round the corner there may wait, A new road or a secret gate.

Little by little, one travels far~J.R.R. Tolkien

Ohayōgozaimasu

This #MondayMotivation, I have the privilege nay the extreme glory to introduce you to an unbelievable author that I've met along my journey. You should see this guy on guest posts, he's one of the most versatile Authors I know. He is the type of author I strive to become one day for the following reasons:

• Great readership fan base
• Large follower to following ratio
• Alot of interaction on posts/writing
• Published books/works across not only the fiction board but the personal development one too {an impressive & complete List of his published works can be found Here}
• Self Motivated & Goal oriented
• Guest Posting & Features on many different blogs/websites
• Lives in Hawaii
• Loves Japan

Meet Roy Huff

Roy Huff is a research scientist, author, and teacher who overcame the hardship of a family plagued by severe poverty and mental illness. After graduating high school as Valedictorian a year early, he moved to Hawaii at the age of seventeen with only $100 in his pocket to start a new life.

His interests are eclectic and range from the arts, extreme sports, economics, hard science, movies, traveling, and the outdoors. Roy Huff remains committed to promoting education, applied science, individuality, and creativity.

Literature Tag:

1. What is your all-time favorite book?

• That’s an impossible question to answer. I have many favorites. A few including The Hunger Games, Harry Potter, & Lord of the Rings series’. I also enjoy many non-fiction books such as Think and Grow Rich and others.

2. According to you, which Quote best describes you as a person?

• “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I— I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost

3. What is your favorite English word, and why?

• Another impossible question. I like many: Hope, action, surprise, optimistic, happy, dream, do, learn, goal, write.

4. What is your favorite word in your home language, and what does it mean?

• See answer #3.

5. Being a blogger/author, what is the most difficult part about writing for you?

• Sitting down and writing. Once I start it’s easy. Fear and procrastination are the enemy of writers. 

6. What inspires you to write the most?

• When I get positive feedback from readers, it’s a tremendous motivator. I also love the fact that my words are my legacy. The fact that people will be able to read my words years, decades, and centuries after I’m gone pushes me to keep going. 

7. Who is your favorite Author?

• I have many, but I’ll say Tolkien. 

"Gandalf the Jazzed"

8. In how many languages can you write in?

• I’m fluent in English, but I can write some Japanese, but not well enough to write a book, at least not yet. 

9. If you had to MAKE UP/INVENT one word, what would it be? And what would that word mean?

• Habiteer – An expert in stacking good habits who achieves what others once thought to be an impossible goal. 

10. Make a sentence containing the following words: Three, Birds, Sauce, Hug and Gay (As in happy)

• Three gay birds hugged after inventing an awesome secret sauce.

11. Assign your own meaning to the following made-up words:

• Bugalhet – A person who plays the bugle and eats bagels. 
• Wiftigious – To smell frequently even in the absence of an odor.
• Doraning – The name given to those looking to copy Dora the Explorer

12. What word rhymes best with Sugar?

• Pusher

13. Sum up your experience of Blogging in one rhyming sentence.

• Finding no time is the crime, but to break it, you must take it. 

14. Who is your favorite character from a book? Why him/her?

• Another impossible question. Harry Potter is good, but so are many others. I love escape and fantasy and those that overcome impossible obstacles. 

15. What would be the Ultimate Goal for you to achieve as a Writer?

• A hundred million plus New York Times bestseller. 

16. Can you remember the moment you fell in love with words/literature?

• I loved Edgar Allen Poe in high school. 

17. Do you have a good support structure while writing?

• Yes. My family and friends are supportive, and I use online tools and resources. 

18. Why is reading important to you?

• Reading makes you a better writer, and gives you he knowledge you need to learn anything. It also improves your ability to focus and develop good habits. 

19. What is your most memorable childhood book?

• Charlotte’s Web. 

Quick Fire {choose one}

Poems or Quotes 

Rock or Pop

Handwriting or Typing

Fiction or Non-Fiction

Both

Plotter or Pantser

Traditional or Self-Publishing

Depends on the goal

Reading alone or for Other People

Tips & Tricks:

1. Do you have any great writing resources that you can share with us?

• Yes. 1. Read https://smartblogger.com/ daily.

2. What would you say to other aspiring writers out there?

• Write daily, even if just one paragraph. Read about improving your writing daily, and read something daily. It’s not about talent, it’s about persistence and learning. Anyone can become a great writer if they keep putting in the effort, i.e., write, read, and read about improving your writing as much as possible. Small gains daily add up to tremendous gains over time.

3. If there was just one nugget of wisdom you could share, what would that be?

• Don’t give up. Don’t listen to people who have given up or never tried. Seek advice from those who succeeded and you wish to emulate. Be persistent and focus on changing bad habits. It’s the consistent small good habits that push you towards your dreams over time.

Have you written any books? Tell us about it/them.

• I’ve written four books in an eight-part epic-fantasy series called Everville. The latest was Everville: The Fall of Brackenbone which takes place partly in a university and partly on a parallel fantasy world with fantasy characters that work with the protagonist, Owen Sage, to stop the destruction of the word from evil forces. 

Buy Everville Books: Amazon Link

• I also wrote a self-help book on happiness and success this past summer, which I’m currently working on to get published and promoted. You can get a feel for my self-help writing by reading my Lifehack articles here. http://www.lifehack.org/author/royhuffowensage-com

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