Friday, January 15, 2016

Cubeball Blog Tour! (+$50 Amazon GC Giveaway!)

Title: Cubeball
Author: Michael Leon 
Series: N/A
Pages: 282
Date Published: 2015
Publisher: BookPOD
Format: Kindle
Genre: Sci-Fi
Source: Goddess Fish Blog Tours
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Synopsis:
A naturally gifted ex-national champion and a savant with a computer-like mind compete against the world's best in the 22nd century's most popular sport - CUBEBALL - the chess-like, technology-enhanced, snooker of the future where the world stage is dominated by gambling, drugs and massive audiences.
~Try an Excerpt!~
Jules’ gaze emboldened Mickey to reveal his special gift to her. He strode confidently to the cue-ball and lined up one of the most difficult shots in cubeball. Then with little thought, he cracked the cue-ball with a force that matched the passion he was feeling. The curve on the first line was more pronounced than the programmed line set by the computer.

Mickey had struck the perfect shot. Sam and Riley sat staring at the console, mesmerised by what they had just seen and eager to re-capture its perfection on replay. Only champions could play this way and it was clear to all that Mickey was developing into one.
“Fucking incredible,” said Johnnie. His eyes were wide. Filled with awe for Mickey’s skills and expectation with how much he could earn from it.
Mickey didn’t hear his appreciative manager. He didn’t see the small tear that had formed in his kid sister’s admiring eye. His gaze remained on Jules. She brushed her hair back on to her shoulders before resting her slender hands on her hips. Her mouth was wide open, breathing in her excitement for what she had just seen. Then her eyes revealed that there was more to her feelings than that of an adoring fan. Her gaze began to fill with a stirring hunger. Fate was beginning to move into Mickey’s life like an evening moon tide.
~Meet Michael!~ 
I worked with national and international organisations as a business analyst in Australia and overseas. I authored many business books analysing the foodservice and food retail industry in Australia, Europe and Asia, as well as agribusiness global trends. I also ran a consultancy business that assisted Australian enterprises to develop new markets in Australia and overseas.

I commenced writing science fiction novels full time in 2009. It was a life-long interest of mine. I have written five novels - all exploring contemporary social issues in future speculative worlds. They are: Shadow Dance; Extinction; Cubeball; Titan Sages and Alive. My novels blend speculative science, new age and poetry. Readers of novels such as Carl Sagan’s Contact would enjoy my novels.
 Michael will be awarding a $50 Amazon or Barnes and Noble GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.
Posted by Andra Lyn at 5:31 PM

75 comments:

  1. FrangiePaniJanuary 15, 2016 at 6:01 PM

    thank you for the chance to win

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  2. Victoria AlexanderJanuary 15, 2016 at 6:15 PM

    I love the cover of this book, I'm looking forward to reading it :)

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  3. kellyr78January 15, 2016 at 6:56 PM

    The excerpt was interesting. I think I would like this book.
    kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 15, 2016 at 7:07 PM

      Thank you, Kelly! I really enjoyed writing this book. I hope you get as much joy reading it! And good luck with the giveaway!

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  4. Michael LeonJanuary 15, 2016 at 6:58 PM

    Thanks to Andra for hosting this stop today. Wishing everyone good luck in the giveaway and happy reading!

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  5. Michael LeonJanuary 15, 2016 at 7:01 PM

    Hi Lisa! Good luck with the giveaway and a big thank you for your support!

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  6. Michael LeonJanuary 15, 2016 at 7:04 PM

    Thank you so much, Victoria! I hope you enjoy my novel. I would greatly value your feedback! And good luck with the giveaway!

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  7. CHIRT143January 15, 2016 at 10:24 PM

    Great cover; I love learning more about an author's background too.

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  8. Michael LeonJanuary 15, 2016 at 10:55 PM

    Thanks Chirt! Check out my blog or website if you'd like to know more.

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  9. Mary PrestonJanuary 16, 2016 at 4:28 AM

    I'm trying to get my head around 'chess-like, technology-enhanced, snooker '. Intriguing.

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 16, 2016 at 3:38 PM

      Hi Mary! Yes it was quite a challenge to conceive! I played many games of snooker on a traditional table as I imagined how play on a 3D cube, guided by super computers would change the old game. A fun way to do research though, don't you think?

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  10. Kenny FensomJanuary 16, 2016 at 11:47 AM

    Great! Thanks for the chance to win!

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 16, 2016 at 3:40 PM

      Hi Kenny, thanks for visiting and the best of luck with the giveaway!

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  11. kim hansenJanuary 16, 2016 at 11:53 AM

    Interesting book.

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  12. Rita WrayJanuary 16, 2016 at 1:58 PM

    Sounds like a great read.

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 16, 2016 at 3:43 PM

      Thank you, Rita! Best of luck with the giveaway!

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  13. GlendaJanuary 16, 2016 at 8:32 PM

    Thanks for the spotlight and excerpt!

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  14. Michael LeonJanuary 16, 2016 at 9:19 PM

    Thanks for visiting, Glenda!

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 17, 2016 at 1:49 PM

    It sounds very intriguing!

    --Trix

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  16. UnknownJanuary 17, 2016 at 3:55 PM

    Thanks for the chance. Best of luck, everyone.

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  17. Laney4January 17, 2016 at 4:19 PM

    Quite the bio!

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 17, 2016 at 5:19 PM

      Thank you, Laney! I've been very fortunate to have had a number of interesting careers. But I rate my writing career as the best! Good luck with the giveaway!

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  18. Laney4January 17, 2016 at 4:20 PM

    This comment has been removed by the author.

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  19. Bernie WallaceJanuary 17, 2016 at 5:56 PM

    What is your faborite novel? Thanks for the giveaway. I hope that I win. Bernie W BWallace1980(at)hotmail(d0t)com

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  20. Michael LeonJanuary 17, 2016 at 6:33 PM

    Hi Joseph. Tough question! I enjoyed Cormack McCarthy's The Road. So it squeezes to the top of my best five reads. Good luck with the giveaway!

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  21. UnknownJanuary 18, 2016 at 12:18 AM

    I enjoyed the excerpt and can't wait to read more. Thank you for sharing.

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  22. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 1:43 AM

    Hi Ree! I'm glad you enjoyed the excerpt. I look forward to hearing your thoughts about my book. Thanks for visiting!

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  23. KristenJanuary 18, 2016 at 6:46 AM

    I have a friend who I'd like to gift this book to.

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 1:22 PM

      Thanks Kristen! I hope your friend enjoys the read!

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  24. KristenJanuary 18, 2016 at 6:47 AM

    I have a friend who I'd like to gift this book to.

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  25. Mai T.January 18, 2016 at 7:03 AM

    Which is a dead character you’d like to bring back to life?

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 1:24 PM

      Hi Mai! Killing Hans Solo was a shock! But I guess Harrison Ford was getting on in years.

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  26. MomJaneJanuary 18, 2016 at 10:25 AM

    Really great excerpt. I loved it.

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 1:27 PM

      Thank you so much for your wonderful support, MomJane!

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  27. BarbJanuary 18, 2016 at 1:28 PM

    Sounds interesting especially with the gambling mention.

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  28. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 2:43 PM

    Hi Barb! Thanks for visiting. Yes, we can already see the impact of gambling on sport. In my novel, I envisage a world where ever more powerful technology and gambling is allowed to grow unchecked.

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  29. AnonymousJanuary 18, 2016 at 9:40 PM

    Sounds like an interesting read. What is your target audience?

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 10:57 PM

      Hi! Thanks for visiting! Cubeball is a combination of sport and science fiction, so it will naturally appeal to the fans of both genres, male and female. That said, I have weaved lost love and romance into the story, so it will appeal to a wider audience. Thanks for your great question!

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  30. katieoscarletJanuary 18, 2016 at 9:55 PM

    Seems the author was quite successful even before to him starting writing science fiction novels full time in 2009. I wish you much success in this newest endeavor, seems you have already

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 11:00 PM

      Hi Katie! Yes, I have been lucky in previous careers, but my writing career has brought me the most satisfaction. Thank you for your good wishes!

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  31. UnknownJanuary 18, 2016 at 10:14 PM

    Great giveaway, thank you!

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 11:01 PM

      You're welcome, Holly! Good luck with the giveaway!

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  32. Alexandru RusuJanuary 18, 2016 at 10:20 PM

    Congrats for this blog tour

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 18, 2016 at 11:04 PM

      Hi Alexandru! I am really enjoying the tour and reading all the comments. Thank you for visiting and good luck with the giveaway!

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  33. cherry251January 19, 2016 at 2:19 AM

    thanks for the great contest

    my rafflecopter name is aarone mawdsley

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  34. Michael LeonJanuary 19, 2016 at 4:57 AM

    You're welcome Aarone. Good luck!

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  35. EdaJanuary 19, 2016 at 5:12 AM

    It sounds very exciting!

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 19, 2016 at 1:42 PM

      Hi Eda! Thanks for your feedback and good luck with the giveaway!

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  36. Judy ThomasJanuary 19, 2016 at 5:54 AM

    Love the cover and it sounds awesome!

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 19, 2016 at 1:44 PM

      Thanks for your encouragement, Judy! I will pass on your thoughts about the cover to my publisher!

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  37. christina mooreJanuary 19, 2016 at 10:45 AM

    Great cover, thank you for the chance to win

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  38. Michael LeonJanuary 19, 2016 at 1:46 PM

    Thanks Christina! Good luck!

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  39. zukaakazuxJanuary 19, 2016 at 4:28 PM

    Thank you for this chance to win such great prize, wish you great promotion and book selling.

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  40. zukaakazuxJanuary 19, 2016 at 4:34 PM

    Thank you for this chance to win such great prize, wish you great promotion and book selling.

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 19, 2016 at 4:42 PM

      Hi Z! Thanks for your good wishes. I appreciate you visiting and best of luck with the giveaway!

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  41. Michael LeonJanuary 19, 2016 at 9:45 PM

    You're welcome, Patrick! Good luck with the giveaway!

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  42. Hazeldog333January 20, 2016 at 1:11 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway and the great book review!

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    1. Michael LeonJanuary 20, 2016 at 3:18 PM

      Hi Amanda! Thanks for visiting and good luck with the giveaway!

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  43. Michael LeonJanuary 20, 2016 at 3:19 PM

    Thanks Simon! Let me know what you think, should you read it. Good luck with the giveaway!

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  44. UnknownJanuary 20, 2016 at 11:52 PM

    Good luck on the tour...thanks for the giveaway

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  45. Michael LeonJanuary 21, 2016 at 1:42 AM

    You're welcome, Ronald! Good luck with the giveaway!

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  46. Elisa PanjangJanuary 21, 2016 at 9:17 AM

    I enjoyed reading the excerpt.

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  47. Michael LeonJanuary 21, 2016 at 12:19 PM

    Thanks Lysa! Good luck with the Giveaway!

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  48. UnknownJanuary 22, 2016 at 2:46 AM

    Interesting story! Excited to read this :)

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  49. Michael LeonJanuary 22, 2016 at 4:28 AM

    Hi Roselle! Thank you for visiting. I hope you enjoy my novel. I look forward to your feedback. Best of luck with the giveaway!

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  50. josiefiordaJanuary 22, 2016 at 3:59 PM

    great story!

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  51. BirgitJanuary 24, 2016 at 9:19 AM

    I love the unique cover! I wonder how much of a say did you have in its design?

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  52. Michael LeonJanuary 24, 2016 at 3:07 PM

    Hi Birgit! I have to give all the credit to my publishers! They put together half a dozen prototypes, including that one. I immediately liked it. It was simple, but effective.

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