Rings of Passage

Anise Wynford stumbled down her porch steps in 21st century Massachusetts into a raging medieval battle. She finds herself trapped between the royal houses of York and Lancaster in the final days of the Wars of the Roses.

As she navigates the complex rules of politics and etiquette in the king's court, Anise falls in love with Richard III and he with her, but she knows Richard is soon destined to die at the Battle of Bosworth Field. If Anise chooses to save his life and her love, she will alter the course of history.

About the Author A native of Barberton, Ohio, Karla Tipton earned a bachelor's degree in journalism from Kent State University. After graduation, she moved to the Mojave Desert in California, working at the Antelope Valley Press as a staff reporter and editor for 14 years specializing in rock journalism and historical feature writing. Tipton is currently a software tester for the U.S. Air Force. Her first novel, Rings of Passage, a time travel romance set in medieval England, features the historical figure King Richard III. Her second romantic fantasy, Dangerous Reflections, includes mystery, time travel, and the occult and will be released in January 2015. For more information, visit karlatipton.com. Books: Rings of Passage: A Time Travel Novel with Richard III Publication date: Aug. 19, 2013 978-1-61258-084-5 eFormat: 4.99 USD Paperback: 15.50 USD Dangerous Reflections: A Historical Fantasy through Time Publication date: Jan. 27, 2015 ISBN-13: 978-1502812377 eFormat: 1.99 USD Paperback: 18.99 USD

A truly original time travelling romance featuring Richard III. A lady called Anise travels magically back in time, courtesy of a wizard's ring, and falls in love with the King just before the battle of Bosworth takes place. The unfolding events are fascinating with plenty of historically accurate details and a little bit of the paranormal thrown in for good measure. All of the ingredients come together to make a thoroughly entertaining read.
-- R.D. Hale, author of Sky City, Epic Science-Fiction Adventure series.

Rings of Passage is a finely-drawn historical novel involving a mix of real and fictitious characters caught in a complex plot of political intrigue, tender romance and magic. Author Karla Tipton writes skillfully to blend the genres of history, time travel, romance and fantasy. The history portion is particularly well-researched and detailed.
-- Cara Bristol, author of the popular Breeder sci-fi romance series.

1. Karla Tipton Book signing, Unicorn Books & Gifts, 738 Main Street, Ramona, CA 92065, Saturday, January 31, 2015, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. ; 2. Karla Tipton Book signing, Li'l Book Bug, 842 W Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA 93551, Saturday, Feb. 21, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.