I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the SAGA OF THE
SELENIXIES: COLLAPSE OF THE CRYSTAL FORTRESS by Kristie Ferrugiaro Blog Tour
hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to
enter the giveaway!
About The Book:
Title: SAGA OF THE SELENIXIES: COLLAPSE OF THE
CRYSTAL FORTRESSAuthor: Kristie
Ferrugiaro
Pub. Date: March 11, 2024
Publisher: Inspired
Girl Storybooks
Formats: Paperback, eBook
Pages: 192
Find it: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/SAGA-OF-THE-SELENIXIES
With the Destruction of the ancient Crystal Fortress, the Selenixies were
sent hurling through different worlds, losing their power and connection to one
another. Dark forces are holding them back as they must complete seven trials
to recharge themselves, reunite with each other, and regain trust in the
Universe before it's too late.
A fantastical tale about teamwork, friendship, resilience, and the trials we
all go through to see if what we want is really worth fighting for, Saga of the
Selenixies illustrates that we are most powerful when we empower each other.
Excerpt:
With the destruction of
the ancient Crystal Fortress, the Selenixies were sent hurling through
different worlds, losing their power and connection to one another.
Dark forces are holding them back as they must complete seven trials to
recharge themselves, reunite with each other, and regain trust in the
Universe before it’s too late.
Prologue
The sun crests over the
majestic mountains that protect the land of the Mystics. The sky shines
with symphonic shades of pink and purple with a glowing orange ball
in the center. It is the most magnificent morning Mystic Neoma has enjoyed in a
long time. She stretches her arms to the air in a deep V, lifting
her head to invite the sunrise to envelop her completely. Her
platinum blonde hair cascades down her back like waves whispering to the
wind that’s gently swirling through her long locks. She takes deep
breaths in through her nose and out through the mouth as she appreciates
the beauty of the day that is unfolding before her. She reaches up
to
touch the sky, dancing her
fingertips in the air. This is the most perfect time for her daily affirmations,
and with this glorious daybreak she feels her day is going to be just as
spectacular. She sets her intentions for a magnificent day, blows
kisses to the sky, and bows her head in thanks to the
Universe.
Mystic Neoma affirms, “I am
ready to take on a new day. I am full of love. Everything that is meant
to be, will be. My heart is open. I attract beautiful things. I will
be present in every moment. I am safe and secure. The Uni verse is full
of endless possibilities. I am grateful for my
blessings. I am at peace
with the Universe.” Still reeling from her amazing morning routine, Mys tic
Neoma sits down with her optical lens in front of her. To the ordinary
person, the optical lens looks like a crystal ball. But to the Mystics,
it is the eye of the seer. They can see what is going on in other
lands. Mystic Neoma’s optical lens is a glowing, perfectly round
orb set on top of a sculpted base, purple in color with shimmering specs
of gold. She closes her piercingly purple eyes and takes a deep breath.
With her left hand, she swirls across the top of the crystal ball. The
Mystics are the only ones able to harness the power of the extraordinary
lens. Others have tried, but anyone who is not a Mystic sees only a clear
glass sphere.
Every morning, each of the
five Mystics takes her turn peering in the lens to check on her
designated world. The Mystics are able to see complete visions of
those worlds: the good, the bad, and the ugly. But unfortunately, the
lens has its limits too. It can see the present perfectly, but the future
can be cloudy because the future depends on choices that are made in the
present.
Mystic Neoma recites over
the lens:
Spin, swirl
Star shine twirl
Moonlight, sunrays
Clear eye, bright
days
Glittery sparkles and purple
stardust swirl in the lens.
Slowly, Lumina comes into
focus.
Mystic Neoma smiles softly.
Lumina is the land of her beloved Selenixies. She loves the Selenixies
dearly. Every one of the Mystics does. The Selenixies are the most special
and protected throughout the Universe.
Mystic Neoma considers
herself the luckiest of all the Mystics as the guardian of the
Selenixies. She enjoys peering into their world to check on them and
their daily activities. Each one of the Selenixies is very special
to her. Each of them has unique qualities and characteristics that make
them so interesting.
And Lumina, all the
creatures in all the lands in all the worlds of the Universe love Lumina:
the Mystics, the Selenixies, the Mermaids, the Goblins, the Pirate
Pixies, the Giants, and the Helios. Lumina is the most beautiful
landscape you have ever seen. It used to be a barren land, but ever since
the Goddess Selene gifted the Crystal For
tress to Lumina, flowers
bloom all year round. The colors are spectacular, with the most vivid blooms of
pinks, purples, and reds all dancing together. The kelly green
trees reach for and unfold toward the sky, their branches endless and
their brilliant leaves lush. The mountains are sharp and regal. The river
runs ever so softly and stays crystal clear. Birds sing the most glorious
of songs. The bees create the sweetest honey. All the woodland creatures
live in the most perfect balance. Everything in this world is in perfect
harmony.
Lumina is powered by an
ancient power source, which is a grid of crystals. There are two of each
crystal. Two Moonstones, two Sunstones, two Goldstones, two
Bloodstones, and two large Selenite veins that keep everything charged. The
ancient power source is part of the spectacular Crystal Fortress, which
houses the most rare and beautiful crystals. The fortress is a place
where all the Selenixies gather to celebrate every full moon. It is the
best place in the realm to enjoy the fullness of the moon, and the
Selenixies are total moon lovers.
The fortress serves many
purposes. It houses the Ancient Scrolls that are filled with the history of the
realm, offering the Selenixies detailed information of the past.
The Scrolls discuss things that worked in the past as well as things that
were disastrous. They are almost as important as the power source.
The Selenixies have lived in
Lumina for their entire lives. In Lumina, there is no time. They work and
play simultaneously. They emerged from the rubble as what humans
would call “teenagers” and have never aged. There is no stress and aside
from some personality differences, very little to worry about. They feel
completely safe. They don’t even realize they can leave the realm
if they want to. But why would they leave? Nothing out there is as
amazingly beautiful as Lumina. They spend their days picking flowers and
herbs, collecting nuts and honey, and preparing for their full moon
celebrations. Each has a job that complements the others, and they
all work happily.
The Selenixies are
completely unaware, however, that there are always others trying to get
into the land of Lu mina and that there are beings out there who are jealous of
their beautiful existence. They want to take it for themselves. There are
constant threats, but the Selenixies continue to live their best lives.
The ancient crystal power source has always been so strong that it is almost impenetrable,
though many have tried and failed. All of the Selenixies are living in
perfect harmony in this beautiful dimension.
But today is different.
About Kristie Ferrugiaro:
Kristie Ferrugiaro, author of Saga of the Selenixies is a
teacher, a fundraiser, and an entrepreneur. She has been teaching for the
better part of 20 years, at multiple grade levels primarily in elementary
through middle grade. Her creative side has led her to several business
endeavors all rooted in celebrating life, from balloons and party planning to
gourmet and custom gift baskets to now penning books that take readers on fun
and fantastical journeys! However, her most important job is being a mom to her
three boys as she coined herself a certified “chaos coordinator”.
You can always find Kristie at a football or lacrosse field
cheering on her boys. She enjoys creating things to make people smile and loves
to be surrounded by craft supplies, especially glitter. Her love of creativity
inspired her to write about a world created through her overactive imagination.
She has always enjoyed writing and has participated in several creative writing
classes, and she has taught creative writing as well. She always encourages
students to use their imagination.
The concept for Selenixies was created out of her love of all
things girly and being the mom of three rough-and-tumble boys, there are very
few things that are girlie in her house. Much of the story and characters are
based on real-life events and people, including her student and her boys. The
good, the bad and the ugly. many of the themes associated with the Saga of the
Selenixies come straight from things that the boys have faced.
Kristie has a Bachelor of Arts in Communication TV and Radio
from Monmouth University. She is working on her Master's in Education as well.
She resides in sunny Florida with her family.
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Giveaway Details:
1 winner
will receive a finished copy of SAGA OF THE SELENIXIES: COLLAPSE OF THE CRYSTAL
FORTRESS, US Only.
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6th, midnight EST.
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