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Rita Webb

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December 11, 1974 in Oshkosh, WI, The United States

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About this author

Throughout her childhood, Rita J Webb travelled around the country with a book always in hand. Rita finally settled in Ohio where she attended college to study Computer Science and then began a career as a Software Test Analyst, a beautiful title for an empty position.

Rita's love for books and great stories pushed her to start writing when impending layoffs forced her to reconsider her dreams and goals. Having tested software for ten years, she wanted to create something more meaningful than a test manual, something that would move hearts.

With her husband TJ, Rita home-schools her three girls, who keep her busy with art, science projects, books to read, and walks about the park.




Truth: Favorite Genre?YA or adult?



Dare: I dare you to read a book outside your comfort zone.















My Truth



Fantasy used to be my favorite, but now I love Urban Fantasy and Paranormal Romance. Adult or YA, doesn't matter. However, over the past few years, I've been reading less and less YA and more adult books. Maybe the romance is more satisfying because it actually goes somewhere. Maybe the graphic... read more »
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Average rating: 3.84 · 170 ratings · 94 reviews · 4 distinct works
Tears
3.31 of 5 stars 3.31 avg rating — 35 ratings — published 2011 — 4 editions
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Unlocked
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3.67 of 5 stars 3.67 avg rating — 61 ratings — published 2010 — 2 editions
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Transcendent: Tales of the ...
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4.31 of 5 stars 4.31 avg rating — 42 ratings — published 2011 — 2 editions
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4.12 of 5 stars 4.12 avg rating — 32 ratings — published 2009
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Scrolls (Science Fiction & Fantasy)
1 chapters   —   updated Aug 14, 2010 01:52pm
Description: Fourteen-year-old Lelea Sythe is insane. A military project since age two, she endured surgery after surgery to transform her into the ultimate soldier. Somewhere along the way, the dreams haunting her nights spilled into her days.
Daughter of the Goddess (Science Fiction & Fantasy)
4 chapters   —   updated Jul 08, 2009 06:53am
Description: Her mother promised to give her to the goddess in order to save her life at birth. Now that she is old enough, she must go to the temple to fulfill that vow.
Unholy Magic
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by Stacia Kane (Goodreads Author)
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The Candy Shop War
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Magic on the Line
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Unholy Magic
Unholy Magic (Downside Ghosts, #2)
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Cry Wolf by Patricia Briggs
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Anna and Charles are struggling to understand each other. A new relationship and each carries so much baggage that it's getting in the way of their mating bond. In the meantime, a rogue werewolf is attacking humans in the forest, and the Marrok is se...more
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Scarlet by A.C. Gaughen
Scarlet
by A.C. Gaughen (Goodreads Author)
read in May, 2012
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I was a little put off by Will Scarlet being a girl in disguise in this story, but as the story began to unfold, I forgot about my dedication to the original legends and just loved seeing the legendary Robin Hood and Little John through Scarlet's eye...more
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Steel by Carrie Vaughn
Steel
by Carrie Vaughn (Goodreads Author)
read in May, 2012
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Carrie Vaughn is the queen of great ideas. The whole idea of being magically transported into the past and finding yourself on a pirate ship is just plain awesome.

But I confess that I hard time with the main character. We got her thoughts and such, b...more
The Crimson Crown by Cinda Williams Chima
" My reaction upon seeing the cover:


Seeing the release date:


Realizing how far the release date is:


Realizing how LONG I'll have to wait:


Understanding that even though the publisher is not to blame, it is STILL their fault it is so. FAR. AWAY:


Realizin... "
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Alpha & Omega by Patricia Briggs
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Amazing how this complimentary story meshes with the Mercy Thompson series. I love how P.B. opens our eyes to the magic behind her world by allowing us to see werewolves from the eyes of two werewolves.
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Silver Borne by Patricia Briggs
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My third read of this book, and I have to say I enjoyed this one much more this time. My favorites in this series were "Moon Called" (because I love the introduction of the characters) and "Iron Kissed" (because I loved the resolution to the conflict...more
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Who is your favorite Greek goddess?
Sponsored By:Underworld
Underworld (Abandon Trilogy #2)

she voted for Athena
Rita Webb added a quote
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"The trouble is if you don’t spend your life yourself, other people spend it for you."Peter Shaffer
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“As a writer, I am just an actor in a play, telling a story that needs to be told.”
Rita Webb

“I like the dark; it is safer here, where no one can see me. The shadows caress me; friends hugging me.”
Rita Webb, Tears

“Maybe it was a blessing he never loved her.”
Rita Webb, Tears

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What is your favorite story in the YA paranormal anthology Transcendent: Tales of the Paranormal

"Strike" by Wendy Swore and Rita Webb
 
  3 votes, 33.3%

"Feather" by Rita Webb
 
  2 votes, 22.2%

"Shadows of Promise" by Heather McCubbin
 
  2 votes, 22.2%

"Seduction of a Siren" by Lani Woodland and Melonie Piper
 
  1 vote, 11.1%

"Kiss of Death" by Lani Woodland and Melonie Piper
 
  1 vote, 11.1%

"Spectre" by Wendy Swore
 
  0 votes, 0.0%

"Ryan's Wish" by Melanie Marks
 
  0 votes, 0.0%

"Pumpkin Thief" by Evan Joseph
 
  0 votes, 0.0%

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message 18: by P.T.

P.T. Michelle Hi Rita,

Thanks for your friendship!

P.T.


Samantha (Falling Books) Hey! I'm glad you like my blog and that you noticed my drawing.

Thanks for adding me! :D


message 16: by Dustin

Dustin Good morning, Rita!

Thank you for adding me!


message 15: by Makani

Makani Meow


message 14: by Clary

Clary Hi Rita, thanks for adding me as a friend. Actually the ones you've recommended to me such as Hunger Games are one of my favorite series,
. take care! :)


Alkyoni ~ Kingfisher of books Thanks for the add! And the link. Will stay posted!


The Flooze (Michelle M.) Hi, Rita. Best of luck on the anthology! I heard about it from Kyle.

There are so many great YA books out there! They offer a nice break from my usual reads as they're often more imaginative and seem to veer away from many of the formulas emerging in their adult counterparts.

Looking forward to reading your reviews and trolling through your lists!


message 11: by Avery

Avery hello! wow thanks so much for adding me as a friend! You asked me how the Short Second Life of Bree Tanner si going and well to tell you the truth it was kind of interesting to see another perspective to a story i already love;but i don't really feel like it's anything more than a glorified fan fiction. A fun read but Stephenie could do better. Anyways i'm super excited to read Unlocked! it seems like a really interesting story!Thanks again:)\
Avery


message 10: by Renee

Renee I just noticed your new picture. i love it!


Brighid Hiya, Rita! :-)

Just now saw the comment that you left for me on my profile. I wanted to say thanks to you as well for accepting! Oh and thanks for leaving a comment, haha. My profile is so lonely.

*Sniffle* ;-)


djimiekk Hi Rita, thanks for approving my invitation. Wow, your blog is very fun and thoughtful!


message 7: by Henry

Henry Hi Rita, thanks for the tin foil helmet, and thanks for the friend request!


message 6: by Becky

Becky Black Hi, Rita. I've added you, thanks for the ask. See you around. :)


message 5: by R.A.

R.A. Harrington Thanks for the kind words. Keep writing and try to love every word you write!


Bradley Hello der, I hope you are having a good day! =)

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Dreamsbane of Tamalor


Shirley Meier Hi Rita! Nice to get to know you.


message 2: by Rita

Rita Webb I have two sci-fi books on lulu.com located here: http://stores.lulu.com/store.php?fAcc...

And I have a fantasy book that I am still working on. The first two chapters are located here: http://www.goodreads.com/story/show/3...


message 1: by Seth

Seth Thanks for the add! Where is the first book in your series? I would love to read it!


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