If you love fantasy fiction and enjoy descriptive writing at its best, D.W. (Diana Wallace) Peach is an author you won’t want to miss… If you’re like me and fantasy is not an auto-go-to genre for you, this is the perfect time to give it a try! Diana, it’s wonderful to have you here today to give us a peek into the first book of your new series—Liars and Thieves (Unraveling the Veil series). Diana’s writing is superlative!
Liars and Thieves (Fantasy Fiction) by D.W. Peach
Blurb
Behind the Veil, the hordes gather, eager to savage the world. But Kalann il Drakk, First of Chaos, is untroubled by the shimmering wall that holds his beasts at bay. For if he cannot cleanse the land of life, the races will do it for him. All he needs is a spark to light the fire.
Three unlikely allies stand in his way.
A misfit elf plagued by failure—
When Elanalue Windthorn abandons her soldiers to hunt a goblin, she strays into forbidden territory.
A changeling who betrays his home—
Talin Raska is a talented liar, thief, and spy. He makes a fatal mistake—he falls for his mark.
A halfbreed goblin with deadly secrets—
Naj’ar is a loner with a talent he doesn’t understand and cannot control, one that threatens all he holds dear.
When the spark of Chaos ignites, miners go missing. But they won’t be the last to vanish. As the cycles of blame whirl through the Borderland, old animosities flare, accusations break bonds, and war looms.
Three outcasts, thrust into an alliance by fate, by oaths, and the churning gears of calamity, must learn the truth. For they hold the future of their world in their hands.
Q & A
Why are changelings vegetarians?
In this series, changelings have the ability to transform into animals. Talin, one of my main characters, explains at one point that spending time as an animal has given him a greater respect for them. He’s personally experienced their lives: the freedom, the danger, instincts, and emotion. Changelings don’t see themselves as masters over animals, but as part of the vast diversity of creatures. In his own words, “There are consequences to shifting over time. You’ll see. After a while, you start understanding the beauty of animals in a new way, how they have a right to their lives as much as we.”
Liars and Thieves Book Trailer
Liars and Thieves Global Purchase Link: http://a-fwd.com/asin=B08FGQ2W3Q
Author Bio
Wallace Peach started writing later in life after the kids were grown and a move left her with hours to fill. Years of working in business surrendered to a full-time indulgence in the imaginative world of books, and when she started writing, she was instantly hooked. Diana lives in a log cabin amongst the tall evergreens and emerald moss of Oregon’s rainforest with her husband, two dogs, bats, owls, and the occasional family of coyotes.
Find D.W. Peach and her books
- Website/Blog: http://mythsofthemirror.com
- Website/Books: http://dwallacepeachbooks.com
- Amazon Author’s Page: https://www.amazon.com/D.-Wallace-Peach/e/B00CLKLXP8
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Myths-of-the-Mirror/187264861398982
- Twitter: @dwallacepeach
Dear Readers,
Thanks so much for stopping by to meet Diana and check out her latest book. I invite you to visit her Amazon book page and stock up on some fabulous fantasy fiction from an author who knows how to keep readers turning the pages!
Happy Reading!
Bette A. Stevens
Comments on: "Liars and Thieves (Book 1 in new fantasy series) by D.W. Peach—#Blogtour Book Launch" (86)
Very Lord of the Rings kind of fun. Dearly needed. I hope Peter Jackson gets a hold of this book 😉
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Thanks so much for taking a peek at the new trilogy, and for the great comment. That made me laugh. Aaah, to be on the big screen is a fantasy of all authors, I think. Have a wonderful November and Happy Reading.
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you are so kind to promote indie authors, Bette – much appreciate ❤
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Lots of awesome authors to support! Grateful that we’re all better together..
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Thanks so much for stopping by at Bette’s. She’s a kind and generous support to indies, and an lovely author on top of that!
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I agree ❤
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How I love the description of a changeling, and a great reason for them to be vegetarians. Diana’s imagination has no bounds, and that’s why I enjoy everyone of her fantasy books. This one is in my Kindle – looking forward to it. And… ahem, is it ready for paperback yet? Thanks for hosting Diana here, Bette.
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Thanks for stopping by and for your endorsement of Diana and her fabulous writing and storytelling, Pam. ❤ So glad you came to check out her latest. xo
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Thanks, Pam. ❤ I do a ton of worldbuilding to create the reality of the world including what the characters eat! LOL. Only a fraction of it ends up in the text, but it's all there in the background. And yes! This one is out in paperback for your guy. 🙂 Thank you so much for your wonderful comment and for stopping by Bette's to read. The tour is winding down and I'll be taking a long nap! Happy Reading. ❤
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Yay! My guy can’t wait to read your newest on “real paper” as he puts it. 🙃👍🧡
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I like real paper too. But where would I stow all those books! I’d need my own library. 🙂
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Thanks so much for stopping by, Toni. 🙂 And for the sweet comment. Talin is a criminal with a good heart over all. I hope if you read the book, you enjoy getting to know him. Have a great week. Stay safe and Happy Writing!
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Hi Bette, It is so good to see Diana here, and I can’t wait to read Liars and Thieves. It was fun to learn a bit more about changelings, too. Toni x
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Hi, Toni. 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by to cheer Diana and Liars and Thieves on! xo
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Thank you for sharing!.. kind of like the real world… everyone is different, everyone has a unique place and part to play and it takes all to make the world go round… 🙂
Until we meet again…
May love and laughter light your days,
and warm your heart and home.
May good and faithful friends be yours,
wherever you may roam.
May peace and plenty bless your world
with joy that long endures.
May all life’s passing seasons
bring the best to you and yours!
(Irish Saying)
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Peace and love to you and yours, dear Larry! So glad you stopped by for a visit.
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What a lovely comment, Larry. Thanks for swinging by Bette’s to take a peek at the new book. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Have a wonderful weekend!
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Thanks so much for the lovely comment, Teagan. Yay! I’m so honored that you’re reading the story. I do hope you enjoy it. Thanks for giving me a giant smile today. Have a happy weekend, my friend. I’ll be over soon for my Delta Pearl fix. Lol. Hugs.
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I’m delighted to see Diana’s tour stop here, Bette. I’ve barely started the book, but it grabbed me instantly. Hugs to you both. Sharing!
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Awesome, Teagan! ❤ Hugs and kisses…
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An interesting reason for the changelings vegetarianism, Diana. I must admit that I am very off meat at the moment. Thanks for hosting, Bette.
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Hi, Robbie. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by to check out Diana’s latest awesome creation!
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I’ve cut back quite a bit on meat-eating, Robbie, though I’m not a vegetarian. I’ve noticed that meat substitutes are getting better and better and that’s helped a lot. I can still make most of my favorite recipes and honestly can barely tell the difference. I think if I was able to shift into the shape of a cow and experience cow-life, I’d probably stop eating them! 😀
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Cleaning out my freezer a few weeks ago really did my head in, Diana. All those packets of dead animal. Shudder!
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Ack!
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Great to see Diana here, Bette. Thanks for the support and best wishes to Diana.
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Thanks so much, John. You’re sweet for visiting. 🙂 Have a great afternoon.
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😁
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Thanks, John. 🙂
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I absolutely LOVE fantasy, Bette, and Diana’s books are among my favorites. I can’t wait to read this one, and it is definitely calling me from my Kindle. (I keep patting it on the cover, whispering, “Soooon, my Precious.” 😀 ) Thanks for featuring this one here, and I know I’m going to love it. And again, Diana, my very best wishes for ENORMOUS sales! 🙂
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LOL. Who needs sales when these lovely comments are filling my day with laughter. Thanks, Marcial. You’re so funny. I can’t stop chuckling. Have a great day, my friend, and keep smiling! Hugs.
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Marcial?? Sorry, Marcia. The fingers are moving too fast!
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If that’s the worst thing that happens to me today, I’m doing great! Heck, I usually end up mistyping it as Marciac, myself. The “L” makes a nice change. 😀
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Sometimes instead of “my friend,” I type “my fiend.” Lol. At least I didn’t do that!
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Love it! ❤ xo
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It would be fascinating to be able to be a changeling like Talin and see objects from more than one perspective.
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I think so too, Pete. Plus being able to fly. That would be awesome, wouldn’t it? The closest I ever got was hang-gliding and that was only as a beginner. Even so, it was an amazing feeling. Thanks for stopping by, my friend. 🙂 🙂
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I’m with you, Pete! So glad you stopped by.
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This is why I’m glad I cannot change into a carrot. 🙂 I’m looking forward to reading the book!
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LOL. I looked at your comment cross-eyed for a moment. What?? Still giggling, Chelsea. I like where your mind goes. Yes, there are a number of good reasons not to turn into a carrot. Thanks for the laugh, my friend. You brightened my morning! ❤
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😀 😀 Oh, good.
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Me too, Chel! 😂🤣😀 Thanks so much for stopping by.
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Good to see you, Diana.Thanks Bette!
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Glad you stopped by to support our talented friend Diana, Robert!
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I’m always glad to support, Diana. Her encouragement has kept me going when I’ve wanted to give up. I’m honored to know her. 🙂
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Hi Robert! Thanks so much for swinging by Bette’s today to support my book tour!. She’s a wonderful host, and clearly has a great bunch of followers. :-). Have a happy peaceful Thursday, my friend. ❤
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My pleasure. I’m trying to keep up with your tour. 🙂
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Good to see you here Diana for your beautiful book. The changelings are wise to say, “After a while, you start understanding the beauty of animals in a new way, how they have a right to their lives as much as we.” Wouldn’t be wonderful if we could shift to certain forms to understand their world?
Thank you, Bette for hosting Diana’s new release. She got a lot of attention here. ❤
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I think that would be pretty cool, Miriam. We’d all end up being vegetarians. 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by to see what’s up at Bette’s. I knew I’d have some fun over here. I hope you’re doing well and staying safe. The smoke here has cleared a little for now, but power has been spotty. Have a lovely evening and take care. ❤ ❤
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My daughter just texted me about power being out since yesterday, among 90,000 customers. Robbie introduced Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the old version. May watch one of these evenings. 💖💖
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Thanks so much for your note and visit, dear Miriam. ❤
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You’re very welcome, Bette!! ❤
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Hi Bette. I’ve been having WP problems for a few days. Most of the time, it isn’t letting me “like” comments! Horrible timing! So just a note that I’m here and “liking” away. Your comments are wonderful.
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Hugs! ❤ xo
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Of course, now it’s gong to work for 15 minutes. Lol.
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Lovely introduction! I agree with you Bette.. “Diana’s writing is superlative!” I loved this book. My best wishes to Diana for great success. 🙂
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Thanks so much for stopping by Bette’s and for the lovely comment. It was such an honor for me to have you read the book. I’m delighted and, of course, loved your review. I hope you’re doing well and having a lovely day. Take care.
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Thanks so much for your awesome support of our talented friend, Balroop. Diana’s writing rocks!
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A definite winner for fantasy lovers!
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Thanks, Jacqui! I’m so glad you stopped by Bette’s this morning. The tour continues and I’ve had so much fun visiting with everyone. Have a lovely day!
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Diana knows how to tell a story!
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There are some fun and scary images in the book trailer. Best of luck to Diana on this recent release!
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Thanks for the visit, Priscilla. The books start a little lighter than they end up that’s for sure. The apocalyptic aspects definitely intensify in book 3. I appreciate the kindness of another visit! Have a wonderful Wednesday! Take care.
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Thanks for stopping by to support Diana, Priscilla! 🙂
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A most interesting post. I never gave a thought about what changelings might eat, but can see the respect for animals might enter into the equation. Here’s wishing you the best, Diana! Thank you for hosting Bette!
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Thanks for stopping by, Jan. I get pretty deep with the world-building. It’s fun even though a lot of it never gets into the story. I don’t get into the culinary preferences of my characters too much, but it’s another area to create conflict. 🙂 Have a great day and Happy Writing!
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Hi, Jan! 🙂 Thanks so much for your visit and chat. Diana is an amazing writer.
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I’ve just finished reading this book and my five-star review goes live on my blog tomorrow. I’ve aleady sent it to Amazon UK and US and Goodreads. I cannot recommend this read highly enough.
Hope you’re having a fab tour and lots of sales/reads, Diana, and best of luck with everything 🙂
Bette, it’s lovely to come and visit with you today 🙂
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Thank you so much, Harmony. I’m sitting here with my morning coffee, just grinning from ear to ear. I’m so grateful that you enjoyed the book! And thank you for sharing the review tomorrow! Yay. I appreciate your kindness and wish you a wonderful, safe, happy day. 🙂
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Thanks so much, Harmony! 🙂 xo
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Thanks so much for hosting me today, Bette! What a great start to my day. 🙂 You’ve been a lovely support and I appreciate your endless kindness. ❤ Your intro was sweet, and I can't adequately express my gratitude for your enthusiasm. Have an amazing day, my friend. Hugs!
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Entirely my pleasure to be part of the launch for Liars and Thieves, Diana. ❤ Cheers and best wishes! xo
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Diana – and Bette- I’ve been circling this book for several days. Time to download!
Great fortune on your book launch, Diana, You are an exceptional writer!
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Lol. Blog tours do that to me too, Noelle. I hem and haw over the weight of my kindle and then give in. I’m going to read up a storm starting in October with all the books I’ve picked up as part of this. Thanks so much for the kind comment and if you get to the book, I hope you enjoy it! Have a lovely day and Take Care!
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this is so wonderful, Diana! love the trailer too! would love if you’d guest blog post on my site 🙂
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Thank you so much for the kind offer. Oh, I’m so honored. I’m still catching my breath and owe some guest posts, an author’s talk, and a podcast that I’ve been putting off for months! Can we hold off until the new year? That would be wonderful. Thanks again for the generous offer. ❤
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any time at all is great – wishing you the best with each of your endeavors 🙂
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Ever thanks, Noelle! ❤
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You are SO good at promoting authors with new books, Bette. I’ve seen Diana featured on other places in social media. It’s reassuring to be numbered among the authors who found writing as a Second Act, as you and I (and Diana) have.
Best wishes on another successful book launch, Diana!
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Thank you for the visit and kind comment, Marian. I think I know more Second Act authors than First Act ones. Something about the time and freedom and years of experience under our belts? I just love it, and the connections to all these talented authors is wonderful. Have a great day. Take care and Happy Writing.
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SO glad you stopped by to support our talented Diana! 🙂 Thanks, Marian.
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How great to see Diana here today! Thanks for hosting, Bette. I’ve been enjoying Liars and Thieves while on the treadmill this week. Diana is a fantastic writer!
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LOL! I read on the treadmill too! It’s not ideal, but it makes the time pass. Thank you so much, Jill, for giving the book a try and for the kind comment. Yay! I know fantasy isn’t your go-to, so your willingness to read is extra special. Have a lovely day, my friend. 🙂
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For you…of course! ❤
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Thanks for the shout-out for Diana and her amazing writing, Jill! ❤
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