Book Buzz: “Devastation or Destiny???” by The Blakk Dahlia

Wedding Bells Are Coming…And So Is the Devastation! New Book Snippet from Author, The Blakk Dahlia

Heartbreak Diaries Book Series Author, The Blakk Dahlia, Reveals Sneak Peek of Upcoming Release, “Devastation or Destiny???”

(New York, NY) – New fiction book series, the Heartbreak Diaries, is celebrating Independence Day in more ways than one. Written by The Blakk Dahlia, “Devastation or Destiny???” (The Settled Heart) entails a story of The Settled Heart; hitting book retailers on July 4, 2019. Save the Dates have been sent, now readers are anxiously waiting for the “Big Day”! Celebrating the upcoming “nuptials” of the characters, Tanya and Kenneth, The Blakk Dahlia gifts book lovers with a snippet of the upcoming release from the first chapter entitled, ‘An Unbothered Bride-To-Be’.

Pre-Orders are Available Now on Amazon Kindle!

Devastation or Destiny??? Book by The Blakk DahliaThe first chapter is an introduction to the main character Tanya’s mood as she goes through last-minute preparations for her wedding day. Not the usual, Bridezilla, she’s going through the motions of pondering thoughts of how the relationship altered her dreams, and how marriage will change her life.

The third “entry” from the Heartbreak Diaries, “Devastation or Destiny???”, sets the scene of a perfect love, leading up to what is supposed to be the perfect wedding day. Tanya’s love for her man, Kenneth is unmeasurable. However, a great love comes with a cost. For Tanya, it’s the life of adventure she dreamt of. Kenneth, on the other hand, stands firm in his traditional beliefs in a rural town; close to his loved ones. She tries to suppress the wandering thoughts of what could have been if she gave up the love of her life for the life she loves. With devastation on the horizon, readers will find out if love will truly conquer all.


Book Snippet from Chapter I: An Unbothered Bride-To-Be.

“Tanya! Hurry up, we’re running late!” Shauna yelled to her best friend.

“I’m coming!” She sighed with aggravation.

Tanya’s concern wasn’t being on time. Instead, she concentrated on her hair in the bathroom mirror.

Shauna suddenly appeared in the doorway with her hand rested on a perched hip. “Tanya! Are you serious!?!? Why are you styling your hair now? We’ll have time to come back and get pretty before the rehearsal.”

“I know. But I wanna be pretty now.” She responded, unbothered by her friend’s urgency. “I’ll be done in a minute.”

“With the way I’m rushing and you slowing around, you’d think I’d be the one getting married. Now COME ON GIRL! Ms. Lucy opened the shop today just for us. We can’t hold her up.”

Shauna moved closer, to hurry the process.

“I said…I’m coming.” Tanya moved away. “Chill. We’ll have enough time to get there. We’re only twenty minutes away Shauna.”

“I’ll be in the car when you’re done!” Shauna stormed away.

Tanya stayed in the mirror, relieved to be left alone. She wanted a peaceful morning before the wedding rehearsal. Determined to move on HER time, not anyone else’s.

Living in the “Heart of Dixie” was only supposed to be a pit stop. Tanya relocated from Miami, to help restructure the finance department for the company’s subsidiary. The move was a big adjustment from having a condo by the beach and a lively nightlife. However, living in the city where she attended college, along with moving closer to her close friends, Shauna and Keena, made it a little easier. An added bonus was meeting Kenneth. After that, her plans of moving out of the country fell away as she fell deeper in love.

Their romance developed on a whim. Tanya hired his company for landscaping for her new townhome. The home, which was initially an investment property while working in Birmingham. Kenneth became captivated by her beauty and drive for success. Over time, he would come back to check up on the yard, free of charge of course. Their friendship quickly turned into love. Two years later he proposed, and six months after that, the wedding day was a little over 24 hours away.


About “Devastation or Destiny???” (The Settled Heart)
Choose the love of your life, OR the life you love?
Tanya found her happy ending, but it wasn’t the one she wrote. A lover of adventure and exploration found the heart of a hard-working traditional man. Kenneth is unwilling to take on her dreams, however, he gives the greatest love with no reservations. As their wedding day approaches, she finds herself thinking of what could have been. Did I give up on what I REALLY wanted too soon?

Fearing that she’ll miss out on a chance of true love, Tanya gives in. But, the deep yearnings never end. The universe hears the inner cries of the life she wanted, as she prepares to take on a new life with Kenneth. Life eventually gives her want she truly wants but with a cost…Devastation!

Thrown into dismay, Tanya finds herself starting over. Will the devastation be worth it? Or should she have been grateful for the “once in a lifetime love”?

The Heartbreak Diaries Book Series is a gripping new collection of must-reads that will ask many questions that go unspoken in dating/relationship conversations. Previous releases, “Rushing to Distraction” and “Wrong Vengeance” taps into the foolish and toxic hearts, respectively. What’s unique about this series is that it dives into these heart types from a real and vulnerable place. Each book has a “dear diary” moment from an integral character, displaying their true intentions within the story. For more information on the “Devastation or Destiny???” and the Heartbreak Diaries book series, visit www.TheBlakkDahlia.com.

Visit www.TheBlakkDahlia.com to Pre-Order “Devastation or Destiny???” on Amazon Kindle.

 

E. Alexcina Brown, The Blakk Dahlia

Photo Credit: Joe Miles (NYC)

About The Blakk Dahlia
The Blakk Dahlia (E. Alexcina Brown), is an Author/Model/Actress/Editor-In-Chief. The Macon, GA native has released various ventures within the entertainment and fashion industries in front of the camera as an internationally published model as well as behind the scenes. Now residing in New York City, Brown wears many hats showing that being a creator can open many doors while inspiring others to take risks in pursuing their dreams. As a writer, she has contributed articles, blogs, stories, etc. for various industries. Striking out on her own, she’s showing her strength beyond entertainment focusing on lifestyle and stories to entertain while healing. The Blakk Dahlia released her first book series, the Heartbreak Diaries, delving into the inner thoughts and routes of heartache. She takes you through the process through her stories, documenting the journey of taking risks in life and self-discovery.

For interviews, features, and speaking engagements, email TheBlakkDahlia@gmail.com.

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Meet the Hearts | NYC Author, The Blakk Dahlia

Learn more about the Heartbreak Diaries Book Series by The Blakk Dahlia

the Heartbreak Diaries Book Series by The Blakk Dahlia

ARE YOU READY FOR THE HEARTBREAK?
Heartbreak Diaries is a collection of stories highlighting different levels of pain in Loveland. Sometimes their heart is broken, sometimes they break the hearts of others, and sometimes they break their own hearts. It’s up to you to decide. Heartbreak Diaries is filled with love, lust is mistaken for love, love lost, and love regained. The self-reflections of where one goes wrong when deciding who to love and how to prevent it from ending. Holding on to what is meant for you and letting go of what is not.

What’s unique about this series is that it dives into these heart types from a real and vulnerable place. Each book has a “dear diary” moment from an integral character, displaying their true intentions within the story.


MEET THE HEARTS

Rushing to Distraction Book by The Blakk Dahlia
“Rushing to Distraction” 

The Foolish HeartHow do you know when to give up?
Farrah is focused and knows her worth until she runs into Jamie. She wasn’t asking for the romantic feelings but when the possibilities showed up, it was hard to let go. Her goals fell by the wayside, her personal relationships faltered; all because she’s distracted by a possibility. Jamie knows she’s wrapped around his finger; slowly drawing her in with the potential for a great love.  For Farrah, he isn’t moving fast enough.
Preview “Rushing to Distraction” | Read More.
Available Now on Multiple Platforms!

Wrong Vengeance Book by The Blakk Dahlia
“Wrong Vengeance” 
The Toxic HeartHe Wanted to Love Her, She Wanted REVENGE!
Pain…A hard thing to let go. Brandy deals with the type of man she’s grown to despise. It’s hard for her not to turn into what destroyed her emotionally. She knew better. Knew she deserved better but love…It ends in a nearly fatal disaster. Brandy was lucky to have fled the grasp of the pain attempting to draw her back in. Moving on, life deals her a good hand in the game of love. However, the pain of what she escaped lingers; slowly releasing the monster within. Will she allow past hurt to eliminate future happiness? A constant replay of a bad experience can kill a good thing. It’s even worse when you’re becoming the Heartbreak.
Preview “Wrong Vengeance” | Read More.
Available Now on Multiple Platforms!

Devastation or Destiny??? Book by The Blakk Dahlia

“Devastation or Destiny???”
The Settled HeartChoose the Love of Your Life, OR the Life You Love?
Tanya found her happy ending, but it wasn’t the one she wrote. A lover of adventure and exploration found the heart of a hard-working traditional man. Kenneth is unwilling to take on her dreams, however, he gives the greatest love with no reservations. As their wedding day approaches, she finds herself thinking of what could have been. Did I give up on what I REALLY wanted too soon?
Preview “Devastation or Destiny???” | Read More.
Available Now on Multiple Platforms!

The Perfect Sin book by The Blakk Dahlia

“The Perfect Sin”
The Selfish Heart…Forbidden Love Will Cost You!
Her life was on the brink of gaining full control in all areas until a series of losses, (job, livelihood, love, independence) threw her into a downward spiral. Climbing her way back up, she meets “him”. Darren appears to have his eye on career and family only, but Jennifer wants his focus on her. It was innocent in the beginning, but a sinister force draws her to a man that is not available. He doesn’t resist, equally giving into the force, slowly pulling them into a love that was not supposed to happen.
Coming February 2020! | READ MORE.


THE DIARY
In every story from this series, readers will get a personal reflection moment from an essential character in each book. Starting with a Dear Diary, venturing into a straight from the source details from the heart. This is a signature offering that will be seen in each diary entry from the Heartbreak Diaries Book Series.

Snippet from “Rushing to Distraction”

…But I would have made loving me so easy for him. No games, no questions, no worries. Free love, free compassion, free support, free everything. He didn’t even have to work at it. I wanted to give it to him freely…

Author, The Blakk Dahlia - BRASH! Magazine BlogABOUT THE BLAKK DAHLIA
The Blakk Dahlia (E. Alexcina Brown) is an all-around creative from Macon, GA. Now residing in New York City. She continues her journey in entertainment (Editor-In-Chief of BRASH! Magazine), fashionacting, and now as a lifestyle blogger/author. Her first release “Rushing to Distraction”, is the first installment of the Heartbreak Diaries Book Series. Learn more at www.TheBlakkDahlia.com.

Facebook.com/TheBlakkDahlia
Twitter: @TweetAlexcina
IG: BlakkDahliaWrites

Photo Credit: KymTrice Photography


Updated: 1/06/20

Get Ready for the Heartbreak | “Seat Filler” by The Blakk Dahlia

Writer, The Blakk Dahlia, Releases Writer’s Note “Seat Filler” from upcoming Heartbreak Diaries Series

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Seat Filler is a short truth moment giving a taste of the diaries of the heartbreak. When you’re on the outside looking in, it’s easy to say just leave. But when you’re in it, you see things totally different. The writer’s note, gives a taste of what the Heartbreak Diaries has in store!

You’re not his woman, nor does he have the desire for you to be. You’re just filling space until the original owner comes back OR until he finds a better fit. You know, the one he’d be willing to put in the work for. Not you though. I call this position, the seat filler. There’s nothing wrong with you, he just doesn’t see you as ‘the one’….

Get Ready for the Heartbreak. 

 The first entry “Rushing to Distraction” will be released on June 22nd! Learn more.

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About Heartbreak Diaries
​Heartbreak Diaries is a collection of short stories of women experiencing different levels of pain in Loveland. Sometimes they get their heart broken, sometimes they break hearts of others, and sometimes they break their own hearts. It’s up to you to decide.
Heartbreak Diaries is filled with love, lust mistaken for love, love lost, and love regained. The self-reflections of where one goes wrong when deciding who to love and how to prevent it from ending. Holding on to what is meant for you and letting go of what is not. Dive into these stories of women who are strong, naïve, selfish, and sometimes, just plain pathetic. Are you ready for the Heartbreak?
About The Blakk Dahlia (E. Alexcina Brown)
E. Alexcina Brown, adds another slash to her name, author in writing under the moniker The Blakk Dahlia. The Model/Blogger/Editor-In-Chief has released various ventures within the entertainment and fashion industries in front of the camera as an internationally published model as well as behind the scenes in creating and serving as the lead writer for the indie digital publication, BRASH! Magazine. Wearing many hats, this entrepreneur shows that being a creator can open many doors while inspiring others to take risks in pursuing their dreams.

The Blakk Dahlia will be releasing her first book series the Heartbreak Diaries delving into the true inner thoughts and various ways of heartache.