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Ais Ais's blog:
I've been thinking lately about the way people can view the same thing so differently. The same work can be something one person loathes, another is completely ambivalent toward, and a third loves so much they fall all over themselves to tell everyone how incredible it is.

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Published on May 20, 2013 21:31 • 12 views
Lorraine Orman Lorraine Orman's blog:
This is Book Two in the Lunar Chronicles series - and there are still two more to come! The first book was called Cinder - a futuristic, sci-fi story with strong fantasy overtones. Cinder is a cyborg ie. she suffered a terrible accident when young and had a bionic hand and foot installed. Other t... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 20:47 • 3 views
Kimberly   Lauren Kimberly Lauren's blog:
You guys.... man you guys are AMAZING.

You sure have taught me a lesson in appreciation. I've read books that I loved and I would go on GR and write how much I loved it. Y'all are above and beyond awesome. You send messages and emails and comments of appreciation. You write AMAZING reviews that... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 20:42 • 14 views
Sheila  Parker Sheila Parker's blog:
If you would like your very own copy of my latest release, The Spirit Within, then look no further because here are some really amazing sites where it can be found.

As a paperback:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/sheila-parke...

For Nook:
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-s...

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http://www.smashw... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 19:31 • 3 views
Shinichi Nakamura Shinichi Nakamura's blog:
この物語は語り継がれてきたレッドプラム皇帝伝説の調査をしていたトニー・ラザンに代わりチェリー、バニラ、ワイルドストロベリーが未知なる世界へ向けて旅立つ物語です。

この物語の主人公であるチェリー、バニラ、ワイルドストロベリーにとって、トニーは最高の友人であり先生であり尊敬する人でもあります。大好きで尊敬する人の後継者に選ばれた場面からお話が始まります。チェリー達3人は南国の島ブルーアイランドでハラハラドキドキの冒険を通して、きらきらと輝いた生き方をするセーヌアンジュの魅力に引き込まれていきます。更に、人々に明るい笑顔を振りまき献身的に生きる天使のような生き物セーヌアンジュを通じて愛すること愛... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 19:19 • 2 views
Laurie Lyons Laurie Lyons's blog:
Sunday, 19 May 2013




It is less than a week until GATES comes out and I become a published author again. I swear, this never ever will get old. I am so excited to hear what people think of the second installment of The Feather Trilogy that I can barely contain myself.

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Published on May 20, 2013 19:18 • 4 views
Andria Large Andria Large's blog:
Just so everyone knows. Henry has been edited and it looks great!!! I'm trying to get Amazon to send out a mass email to all those who have gotten it, to let them know and to give you all the option to download the newest version. Hopefully they review my request and let me know quickly. Maybe so... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 19:07 • 5 views
Dusty Dionne Dusty Dionne's blog:
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Have I told you all that I am headlining a festival this August 16th-18th? Register to come see me @ Terry Riley's Brothers of the Sun; A Mens Mysteries Festival. Did I mention that I am going to be the keynote speaker at said event! Mind Blown. I will be speaking on the topic of the consort, and... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 19:04 • 5 views
Emma Chase Emma Chase's blog:
Friends and Followers,

description Thank you for a truly amazing day! The comments and reviews for Tangled have been more than I'd imagined, and I'm thrilled that so many of you are having such a great time reading Drew and his story!

description If you've enjoyed Tangled or are looking forward to reading it, definitely... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 18:55 • 26 views
Stephanie Beck Stephanie Beck's blog:
It's here! Super Love--Book 1 in the Justice Fraternity series is available now. Get yours today!

Reuniting to save the world.

Dinah just wanted to save the world. That didn't pan out, so she turned to social work, only to find herself miserable. When she's given the option of returning to the Just... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 18:42 • 3 views
J.M. Williamson J.M. Williamson's blog:
Wanted to let everyone know that I am working to try and get a full, physical version of Wardens of Light and Shadow available at a much more reasonable price. While 35.00 for a hardback isn't too much beyond stomachable, I also know that is a still a hefty chunk of change at once and I am also a... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 18:23 • 7 views
Sadie Grubor Sadie Grubor's blog:
Sitting on the edge of the tub, still naked, tears fell over my cheeks. Amazement over the fluttering in my abdomen consumed every sense.
"Lilli?" I faintly heard my name called. "Lilli! Are you okay? What’s wrong?"
I jumped when Aidan burst into the bathroom rushing to my side. Realizing I was sti... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 17:53 • 17 views
Josie Leigh Josie Leigh's blog:
Okay, so I haven't gotten all of my feedback yet, but I found out that my irrigation system has been running pretty continuously and needs to be fixed. SO I'm releasing Love, but Never early so I can get my mind off of all of the chaos going on in my yard right now...

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Published on May 20, 2013 17:52 • 4 views
Pete Planisek Pete Planisek's blog:
Trying to make my first official summer reading list :) Vote for Frankenstein A Life Beyond by June 1st, check out some other independent authors, and earn a chance to win a free summer read. Details at:

http://www.ampersandh.com/summer-read...

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Published on May 20, 2013 17:46 • 3 views
Shira Anthony Shira Anthony's blog:
Happy Monday and welcome to a new Hop Against Homophobia and Transphobia post! There are so many wonderful people participating in the Hop Against Homophobia and Transphobia, so be sure to check out the Hop's website for links to blogs. Just a reminber - I'm running giveaways for an ebook copy o... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 17:45 • 6 views
Michael  Schneider Michael Schneider's blog:
TODAY ONLY - Download Blind Faith for $2.99 on the TWCS website.
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Published on May 20, 2013 17:37 • 3 views
W.R.  Benton W.R. Benton's blog:
NOW AT THE PUBLISHERS - "Missouri in Flames, I Rode with Jesse James." I expect it to be released within the next 2 -3 weeks.

Missouri in Flames by Author W.R. Benton

A very special thanks to artist Denny Karchner, who design the cover for this book, as well as did the original artwork. Denny's paintings are some of the best of the west... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 17:36 • 3 views
Linda Jaivin Linda Jaivin's blog:
I'll be launching Tom Doig's hilarious travel book Moron To Moron: Two Men, Two Bikes, One Mongolian Misadventure on Monday 27 May, 6-7:30 at 107 Redfern Street, Sydney. If you're around, do come.
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Published on May 20, 2013 17:34 • 39 views
Paul F. Davis Paul F. Davis's blog:
I recently encountered another lazy Christian, greedy Christian and manipulative Christian trying to drop the name of God to milk me for another freebie.

When a "Reverend" was offended by my secretary informing him of my consultation fee, he replied with some nasty accusations (no Biblical referen... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 17:32 • 2 views
Steph Post Steph Post's blog:
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Published on May 20, 2013 17:20 • 2 views
Lorna Peel Lorna Peel's blog:
The Best Man by Ana Blaze

The Best Man By Ana Blaze


Beth Chase is too busy planning perfect weddings to worry about the lack of action in her own love life. But if she was looking for a man, she wouldn’t be looking at Colin Pratt. Her boss swears that Best Man Colin is a quiet scholar and science fiction writer who coul...

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Published on April 28, 2013 11:08 • 4 views
Anne-Rae Vasquez Anne-Rae Vasquez's blog:
Finalist award Next Generation Indie Book Awards 2013 Almost a Turkish Soap Opera

Almost a Turkish Soap Opera is a finalist in the The Next Generation Indie Book Awards 2013 in the Multicultural Fiction category. I am extremely pleased and honoured to have my book among the other finalists and winners.For those of you who are new to my site, here is a short synopsis of the st... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 16:49 • 43 views
Julie Farley Julie Farley's blog:

So, you all know the romantic interest in my book, Tripped Up Love, reminds me a lot of Adam. Well, while I was watching The Voice the other night I couldn’t help but think that Adam was acting just like my character, Peter. I want you to watch the clip and remember it when you are reading my boo...

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Published on April 19, 2013 11:41 • 1 view
Tara Neideffer Tara Neideffer's blog:
I'mso excited to reveal the cover for my next book, When the Dead Whisper, coming July 2013. I was lucky enough to come across a girl named Brigid Gorry-Hines on Goodreads who did my cover for me and I think it looks awesome. She was so much help and really worked with me to make sure I was compl... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 15:58 • 6 views
DeAnna Kinney DeAnna Kinney's blog:
Hey guys. I will be having a cover reveal for Raven's Rose, Charity Series Book 3 very soon!!! Stay tuned!!
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Published on May 20, 2013 16:27 • 5 views
Chris Bohjalian Chris Bohjalian's blog:
It was over thirty years ago that the Hollywood Blockbuster Season gave us “Odorama.” Yup, 1981’s version of 3-D was a scratch and sniff card with numbered aromas. When a number flashed on the screen, we in the audience would scratch. It was a John Waters gimmick for his film, “Polyester,” which... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 15:48 • 4 views
Nenia Campbell Nenia Campbell's blog:
I really wanted to thank you all for the (frankly amazing) reception my newest book has been getting. Most of you like it (some of you like it a lot!) and that makes me really happy. Some of you don't like it, and that's cool too. My books aren't for everyone and I'm not going to give you any cra... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 15:36 • 21 views
Ed Lynskey Ed Lynskey's blog:
We watched this pretty good 2012 documentary film made by Sarah Polley and produced by the National Film Board of Canada (NFB). Polley looks at her fractured family life and reveals she is the product of her mother Diane's extramarital affair. This is kept as an open secret by Diane and her frien... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 15:33 • 4 views
Beth Rinyu Beth Rinyu's blog:
Well I did it! I finally reached 400 likes on my FB page! So in honor of that I shared the prologue to my soon to be released novel Drowning In Love for all of my liker's the other night.I wanted to share it here on GR for you guys as well:

The following is copyrighted material and subject to chan... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 15:11 • 3 views
Stephen C. Rose Stephen C. Rose's blog:
This is a welcome indication of serious movement.

I quote liberally and hope seriously.

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Friends & Allies

It’s been a year and a half since many of the Occupy camps were broken up, and it’s been almost that long since I last helped organize anything or published content on a consisten... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 15:05 • 47 views
Vicky Savage Vicky Savage's blog:
Hi Everyone – Wanted to remind you about two fun TRANSCENDER giveaways going on right now. Would you like a Kindle Paperwhite? Silly question, right. Ensconced in YA is hosting a Giant giveaway for us. This fabulous prize includes a Kindle Paperwhite, custom TRANSCENDER case, and Ecopies of Books... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 14:35 • 8 views
Leigh Watson Leigh Watson's blog:
I enjoy praying. I do it. Lots. In fact, I pray about everything from the bird with the hurt foot to the crying child I hear somewhere in the store, to the tired looking Mother loading her groceries in the van. I simply enjoy praying blessings over those who come to my mind. You can never have en... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 14:35 • 6 views
Madeline Sheehan Madeline Sheehan's blog:

Goodbye Goodreads, Badly Behaving Authors and Minions.

Yes, I said minions because that is apparently what Goodreads thinks of my readers. Not fans, but minions. Brainless, mindless fucktards who will blindly support someone no matter what.

And people are actually wondering why I left Goodreads? H...

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Published on May 20, 2013 12:30 • 275 views
Rachel Maddow Rachel Maddow's blog:

It appears this is the political story generating the most attention this afternoon, though I think there's less here than meets the eye.



The White House first learned of a draft report detailing abuses by IRS officials in targeting conservative groups in late April, though the top administration...

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Published on May 20, 2013 13:55 • 5 views
Tabi Wollstonecraft Tabi Wollstonecraft's blog:


The trailer for Thrown is here!

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Published on May 19, 2013 23:29 • 4 views
Courtney Rice Gager Courtney Rice Gager's blog:
FINALChickLitBlogHopButton2013 Learn "How to Hop & Win!" New to blog hops? Want to learn how to win the grand prize? Find complete information here.

Welcome blog hoppers, and thanks for stopping by!

Let's get right to it. You've just opened The Buggy List to page 25. Here's what you find:

Drew and Libby Sullivan are in th... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 19, 2013 21:01 • 3 views
Amanda Frederickson Amanda Frederickson's blog:
Right now the official typed-in word count for Kingstone is almost 42,000 words. It's a little on the low side for what I'm aiming at, but it's also sans three battle sequences, which will fill it out some more.

I'm aiming to have this draft fleshed out without any holes left by the end of May, wh... Read more of this blog post »
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Published on May 20, 2013 14:30 • 7 views
Maureen Tyler Maureen Tyler's blog:
I've never been a particularly pushy person. I generally don't like to bother people, I don't often toot my own horn, and I only over share when I'm nervous or upset about something. (Awkward, I know.) I'm just not good at telling people all the reasons why I'm awesome and why you should care.
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Published on May 20, 2013 05:40 • 4 views
Dan Pedersen Dan Pedersen's blog:

Okay, I don’t know if this will work for you or not, maybe you won’t lose 12 pounds, but you’ll probably lose some weight, and you’ll definitely be healthier.


According to several body weight indexes a 6’2″ individual such as myself should weigh somewhere around 170 to 180 pounds. I’ve never belie...

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Published on May 20, 2013 14:24 • 2 views
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