Archive for July, 2012

“Sharky’s Seafood Bistro” entered in SimCity Contest

Posted: July 20, 2012 in Video Games

Email “SC1130” to SimCitySweeps@ea.com to vote for my submission: “Sharky’s Seafood Bistro”! The restaurant name with the most votes will be included in the upcoming SimCity game that’s hitting stores February 2013. Image credit: SimCity.com

As many of you know, I love video/computer games and SimCity is one of my all-time favorites. The latest SimCity game is hitting the stores early next year and EA is having a “Name a Building” contest.

For more info about the new SimCity game watch the video below and then email “SC1130” to SimCitySweeps@ea.com to vote for my submission: “Sharky’s Seafood Bistro”! Or you can text “SC1130” to 44144 to enter via your phone, but I wouldn’t do that unless you’re okay with receiving 6 SimCity info texts per month from EA. You can always text STOP to the same number. I did. I figured email was the best bet. Plus, I’ve set it up to where all you have to do is click on the link and the subject line is already filled in for you. You can vote once per day per email. Thanks in advance for helping me win this contest. 🙂

EA’s Disclaimer about voting via Text: You agree that by providing your wireless telephone number to SimCity you are expressly consenting to receiving communications from SimCity, including text messages from automatic telephone dialing systems. You will receive approximately 6 alerts from SimCity per month about specials, alerts & tips. Message & data rates may apply. Text HELP to 44144 for help. Text STOP to 44144 to opt out; you may receive a final message confirming your decision to optout.

Skip to about 50 seconds so you don’t have to see the intro crap. I couldn’t figure out how to get the video to automatically skip.

New 5-Star Reviews of Pursuit of a Dream

Posted: July 19, 2012 in Book Reviews, Fiction, Reviews, Writing

Over the past few days I was pleased to receive notice of two five-star reviews for my first novel Pursuit of a Dream. This always puts a big grin on my face. What author doesn’t like seeing those five stars? So, I thought I would create a quick blog post to share these excellent reviews with you…

A Satisfying Well-Written Story of Hope – July 19, 2012
By Eden Baylee (Canada)

Car racing is not my thing, and I cannot remember the last time I read a story that was touted as `wholesome.’ In the age of zombies, horror, and thrillers vying for attention, Pursuit of a Dream seems out of favor with the current trend … but, and this is a HUGE BUT, what isn’t out of favor is excellent writing and storytelling, and this is what Mr. Pruneda provides.

The theme is universal – a young boy is tested at an early age. How he chooses to rise to the occasion will determine the outcome of his life pursuit.

I view this story as a parable for anyone who has ever had a dream. Though dreams come true, what is the cost and is it worth it? These are questions each of us wrestles with daily, and Mr. Pruneda does it with eloquence in his book.

Family, Love and Faith – July 17, 2012
By Dannie Hill (Thailand/ Houston)

PURSUIT OF A DREAM (Victory Lane) by Robert Pruneda is a story of a family and it takes you through the tragic death a mother and wife. All the while a father wrestles with providing for his two sons while finding what is more important: work or family.

I thoroughly enjoyed going along with John Lockhardt and his two sons, Jared and Caleb, as they all come to terms with growing up and learning the importance of family. This is a heartfelt tale.

If you enjoy a wonderful story that takes you through, highs, lows, faith and inspiration then you will find great pleasure in Pursuit of a Dream.

I am a car racing fan and really enjoyed the details and lifelong hard work it takes to become a top race driver. It commitment.

Pursuit of a Dream is a great wholesome story and I highly recommend it!

Pursuit of a Dream is currently on sale for only $1.76 (on Amazon-US, Nook and Smashwords)! That’s way less than a gallon of gas, so why not race on over to your favorite e-store and download your copy today?

Pursue your dreams… and never look back!

Available to purchase in several formats:

Book Review: Billy Purgatory: I Am the Devil Bird

Posted: July 10, 2012 in Book Reviews, Reviews

I just finished reading Billy Purgatory: I Am the Devil Bird by Jesse James Freeman and absolutely loved it! To read my full review click on the image below:

Book Review: Billy Purgatory = Bad-Ass Entertainment