Book Unleashed: “Gideon and the Crimson Samurai” by R.L. Baxter Book Tour/Giveaway (Ends 6/26)

By Ruth on June 18, 2018 in blog tour, book, giveaway, interview
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GIDEON AND THE CRIMSON SAMURAI
R.L. Baxter
Series: Gideon and the Crimson Samurai Book 1
Genre: Fantasy
Publisher: Ricky Lee Baxter
Publication Date: December 1, 2014
A timeless tale about friendship, family and betrayal
Gideon Joust is your average twelve-year-old boy, with all the growing insecurities one would expect, following the mysterious disappearance of his father. On one fateful day, the boy’s world is turned upside down – leading to a chance encounter with a brash child warrior: Kibishi the Crimson Samurai.

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Book Tour Schedule

Follow the book tour from June 13 – 26, 2018.
Join us and visit each tour stop daily and discover more features, excerpts, reviews, interviews, fun facts and more! To check the latest tour schedule, visit the Gideon and the Crimson Samurai Book Page at Book Unleashed.

Other Books by R.L. Baxter

Check out the other books in the Gideon and the Crimson Samurai series by R.L. Baxter.
Savior (Book Two)
Thanks to Kibishi’s help, Gideon was able to know the truth of his father. However, before they have time to accept his fate, Kenoke appears – bringing to light a sinister ambition.
Buy Link: Amazon

About R.L. Baxter

Ricky Baxter is the author of Gideon and the Crimson Samurai and a slew of short novellas. He is an avid blogger, giving advice and thoughts to fellow creators from all walks of life. Currently he lives in Tokyo Japan, where he writes and blogs. Starting out as a composer since graduating with a Ba(Hons) in music and multimedia, Ricky worked for many independent short film directors, gaining notable IMDB credits . Since then, he has embraced his earlier passion of writing fictional stories.
Interview With the Author:

Please tell us something unique about you that we can’t learn from your bio.

Well, before getting into writing, I used to play the violin as a child for about six years. Not sure why I stuck at it for that long though. I was awful.

What’s your favorite part of writing?

Wow, there are so many parts to writing that I love. I would say the best part is when I begin to fall in love with my own story. This could happen at the beginning or somewhere in the middle of the story (Usually at a turning point in the plot). There comes a moment where something clicks and I am rooting for my own characters – like a parent cheering on their children. The worst part however, is ending it all. One of my habits is delaying the inevitable final chapter because I know what will come next: The end.

What draws you to write fantasy?

There’s something about pure escapism that I’ve always found comforting. I’ve always been fascinated with things that are not real and things which could never be proven. It’s so much more exciting than the real world. Writing fantasy is just another way of expressing this love for the things that are not real. Another reason why I am drawn to write fantasy, is that I can express a yearning or message (Friendship, justice, war etc…) without being too direct with any real-world parallels.

What stories do you wish you had time to write?

I am quite content writing fantasy at the moment, and don’t wish to do anything different. What I do wish for, is time in general, haha.

What would you most like to accomplish as a writer?

When I was young, my dream was to be a popular and well-known writer to the world. However, now, all I desire is to be a writer with a small yet solid fan base, and I am happy that this is slowly becoming reality for me. It’s already amazing enough that people have wrote their thoughts about how my novels have made them feel. I hope that I can continue to capture their hearts.

What’s up next for you?

This July, I hope to release a new novel, which is to be a brand-new retelling of the Crimson Samurai world. After that, I hope to release a Christmas story!

Giveaway

WIN $10 GIFT CARD AND MORE
Prizes up for grabs:
1. $10 Amazon Gift Card
2. eBook Copy of Mother Gaia by Ricky Baxter
Contest runs from June 13 – 26, 2018.

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About the Author

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Ruth Hill is an entertainment journalist, digital media strategist, and creative professional who believes in the power of storytelling to inspire, encourage, and connect people. With years of experience interviewing actors, filmmakers, authors, and other creative professionals, Ruth has developed a passion for discovering the stories behind the people who bring entertainment to life. Her interviews and reviews reflect her appreciation for authentic storytelling, meaningful performances, and the creative individuals working both in front of and behind the camera. Through her digital media business, Media From the Heart, Ruth works with actors, filmmakers, authors, and organizations to help them connect with audiences through social media strategy, video production, YouTube optimization, website development, and digital marketing. A Washington State native, Ruth lives in the Yelm area and is the proud mother of an adult daughter. A former music educator and lifelong creative, she continues to pursue her passion for music, writing, and the arts. At the heart of everything Ruth does is her Christian faith, which inspires her commitment to seeing the best in others,

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