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Halloween Party-And You're Invited!!!

I'm thrilled to be participating in Romance Junkies online Halloween Party. I'm offering a prize package containing a signed copy of "Fire at Midnight," a number of limited edition promotional items for both "Fire at Midnight" and my upcoming release, "Stolen Promise," PLUS a $25 gift card for Barnes and Noble.

But...the fun doesn't stop there. RJ is offering up a cornucopia of prizes, and the opportunity to participate in the online event is presented in an inventive, fun way. Just go out...

Book Review-Dirty Little Angels by Chris Tusa

Author Chris Tusa contacted me with a request that I read and review his debut novel, "Dirty Little Angels" because one of my favorite books is "I Never Promised You a Rose Garden," by Joanne Greenburg, which features a sixteen-year-old girl in the grip of madness. Mr. Tusa said he thought I'd like his novel because it also depicted a disturbed girl's mental illness.

With this frame of reference, I sat down to read "Dirty Little Angels," only to discover that these two books bore no similarit...

Writerly Stuff: I Love Giving Away Free Books!!

I tend to give away copies of my debut novel "Fire at Midnight" whenever a promotional opportunity presents itself.

I previously offered a giveaway of one copy of the book through Goodreads.com, and I was stunned when nearly 700 people entered the drawing. (No ego gratification here, I think it simply means: bad economy + free stuff = good thing). The winner was recently selected (by Goodreads) and I have mailed a print copy plus some other promotional goodies to the winner.

With my expect...

Book Drive to Help Louisville Free Public Library

On August 4, heavy rains caused flooding in Louisville, Kentucky and the surrounding areas. The Louisville Free Public Library's main branch was hit hard and the damages are estimated at $5 million. (per the Courier Journal on 8/6/09)



Author Shiloh Walker is organizing a book drive in an effort to help.

How you can help:
Everybody:

Donations of new books, all genres.

Information about monetary donations can be found at WFPL.

Authors & Publishers:

Donations of both signed and unsigned books. All genre

The Broken Wing Challenge

Note: This is a re-post of a blog I originally published last year. I joined the re-read challenge issued by a group of bloggers and am posting my review of Judith James' Broken Wing.

I've always been a fan of the tortured hero. Not only from the perspective of a reader witnessing the redemption of the hero as he battles to triumph over his personal demons, but also as a writer interested in the study of craft. For generations, writers have used their skill at portraying the soul in torment to

Help Save the School of Gallantry!!

The unthinkable has happened. Fellow author and friend Delilah Marvelle, author of the delightful MISTRESS OF PLEASURE and the upcoming second release in the School of Gallantry series, LORD OF PLEASURE has been told by her publisher that the sales numbers for her debut novel aren't sufficient to warrant continuing the series.

I'm frankly confused by this because her debut novel sold out its entire first print run (I should be so lucky!!)

Delilah and many others are banding together to try to k

New Website Contest-Fun and Freebies!!

It's time for another contest! And because I don't want to leave out any of the lovely people who already own a copy of "Fire at Midnight," I'm offering a choice of prize-packages.

Check out my website for more details by clicking on the book cover for "Fire at Midnight" to the right of this post!


Lisa Marie

Winner of Casting Call Contest Announced!!

The fun thing about being the person holding the contest is that I can decide to award more than one prize if I feel like it. I like doing that because it's a way to show my appreciation for your interest in winning my debut novel, and also because I often have trouble deciding on a winner.

Since it's my Mom's birthday today, I have given her the honor of selecting the winner of the signed copy of "Fire at Midnight." The winner is nfmgirl.

I've selected a few other winners, too. Unfortunately,

Brenda Novak 2009 Online Auction to Benefit Diabetes Research

Author Brenda Novak holds an annual online auction to benefit diabetes research. All types of auction items are available to bid on, including books, critiques, lunches, artwork, jewelry, gift cards, and once-in-a-lifetime vacation getaways.

The auction items are provided through donations made by authors, editors, agents and others.

The auction just began today and will run through the end of the month. The goal this year is to raise $300,000 for Diabetes research.

You can view the listing of ite

New Video for Upcoming Novel, "Stolen Promise"

My next novel, "Stolen Promise" will be coming out in a few short months. The trailer is complete now, and I'm thrilled by how well it captures the novel.


Enjoy the video and watch with your sound turned up for the full effect. I hope you enjoy it! Leave me a comment and let me know what you think of it.


Lisa Marie Wilkinson: "Stolen Promise"








Lisa Marie