C.M. McCoy's Blog, page 6
March 29, 2017
Review + #Giveaway: THE HEREAFTER by Jessica Bucher (College Paranormal Romance)
THE HEREAFTER by Jessica Bucher College Paranormal Romance Publisher: Amazon Digital Services Release Date: 14 Mar 2016 Buy on Amazon for $0.
March 28, 2017
Cover Reveal + $15 GC #Giveaway: BODY PARTS by Jessica Kapp (YA SciFi)
Coming 15 August 2017 from Diversion Books Teen/Young Adult SciFi “People would kill for her body.” Preorder Now
March 27, 2017
Review + #Giveaway: THINGS I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN by Claire LaZebnik
THINGS I SHOULD HAVE KNOWN by Claire LaZebnik Teen/Young Adult Contemporary Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Release Date: 28 Mar 2017 Format:
March 26, 2017
$25 GC #Giveaway: RT’s Spooky YA Authors (part 1)
The 2017 RT Booklover’s Convention in Atlanta is quickly approaching! I’ll be there along with a roomful of incredible authors, readers, and bloggers. If you’re anywhere near Atlanta the first week of May, I hope you’ll swing by and say, “Hi!
March 25, 2017
Review + #Giveaway: BOY MEETS BOY by David Levithan (Teen LGBT Romance)
BOY MEETS BOY by David Levithan Teen/Young Adult Gay Romance Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Release Date: 10 May 2005 Format: eBook from Amazon: $6.42 This is the story of Paul, a sophomore at a high school like no other: The cheerleaders ride Harleys, the homecoming queen used to be a guy named Daryl (she now prefers Infinite Darlene and is also the star quarterback), and the gay-straight alliance was formed to help the straight kids learn how to dance. When Paul meets Noah, he thinks he’s found the one his heart is made for. Until he blows it. The school bookie says the odds are 12-to-1 against him getting Noah back, but Paul’s not giving up without playing his love really loud. His best friend Joni might be drifting away, his other best friend Tony might be dealing with ultra-religious parents, and his ex-boyfriend Kyle might not be going away anytime soon, but sometimes everything needs to fall apart before it can really fit together right. This is a happy-meaningful romantic comedy about finding love, losing love, and doing what it takes to get love back in a crazy-wonderful world. About the Author From author David Levithan: I find it downright baffling to write about myself, which is why I’m considering it somewhat cruel and usual to have to write this brief bio and to update it now and then. The factual approach (born ’72, Brown ’94, first book ’03) seems a bit dry, while the emotional landscape (happy childhood, happy adolescence – give or take a few poems – and happy adulthood so far) sounds horribly well-adjusted. The only addiction I’ve ever had was a brief spiral into the arms of diet Dr Pepper, unless you count My So-Called Life episodes as a drug. I am evangelical in my musical beliefs. Luckily, I am much happier talking about my books than I am talking about myself. My first novel, Boy Meets Boy, started as a story I wrote for my friends for Valentine’s Day (something I’ve done for the past twenty-two years and counting) and turned itself into a teen novel. When not writing during spare hours on weekends, I am editorial director at Scholastic, and the founding editor of the PUSH imprint, which is devoted to finding new voices and new authors in teen literature. (Check it out at www.thisispush.com.) website | Review by Wendy Interesting, fun characters but no real story BOY MEETS BOY by David Levithan is a YA LGBT contemporary romance. I had high hopes for this book. The reviews on Amazon were very positive, and the blurb sounded interesting. It was also very short, and I was between books at the time. There wasn’t much of a plot described in the blurb for this book, and I know why. Even now, as I try and summarize the story for this review, I’m at a loss. In essence, this is a story about Paul and his friends and their daily lives without a plot arc or story climax or any stakes to speak of. There’s just not much to discuss when it comes to “what happens” in this book. I spent the first part of the book trying to determine where this was taking place. The setting is obviously some sort of high school, though the country isn’t clear. The term “sophomore” was used to describe Paul’s grade (clearly USA), yet “snogging” was used to describe his friend kissing someone (that would be more likely used in the UK than the US). We just don’t say “snogging” in the U.S. and the British don’t use “sophomore.” This happened several times throughout the book. The area is described as a small town, yet the school has so many students, Paul and Noah have trouble finding one another. The school also has transgender, gay, lesbian, and drag queen students who are accepted openly. I wish this were normal in the United States but unfortunately that’s not the case. This left me thinking it must be a whimsical setting for this story, but I was confused. Ultimately, I decided the book took place somewhere that doesn’t exist on any map. My confusion over the setting and my wondering whether this was a a true contemporary or a fantasy romance added to the utter lack of plot arc left me filling disappointed in this book. While I enjoyed some of the humor and the characters were very strong and fun, I wish there were some sort of goal or stakes or “story” for me to enjoy. I give this book 2.5 North of Normal stars owing to its outstanding characters. Format: eBook on Amazon: $6.42 Featured Giveaway GEOGRAPHY CLUB (Paperback) by Brent Hartinger Note: CM McCoy’s Contest Policy applies. Rafflecopter terms and conditions also apply. No Purchase necessary to enter. Void where prohibited. a Rafflecopter giveaway Other Current Giveaways Win over $100 in bookish prizes in these current giveaways. But hurry! Some are ending soon! Note: CM McCoy’s Contest Policy applies. Rafflecopter terms and conditions also apply. No Purchase necessary to enter. Void where prohibited. Kindle Paperwhite Giveaway: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/kindle-pa... $25 Amazon Gift Card: https://www.nightowlreviews.com/V5/Bl... $20 Amazon Gift Card: http://www.yabookscentral.com/blog/sp... Sterling Silver / CZ “Follow Your Heart” Necklace: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/cover-rev... BEAUTIFUL BROKEN GIRLS in hardcover: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/2832-2/ Recent release/Top Rated Book from CM McCoy’s library: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/giveaway-... Choice of book by Lauren Oliver: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... TEMPEST IN A TEAPOT by Amanda Cooper in paperback: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/2845-2/ THE SHACK (paperback): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... ROYAL BASTARDS (hardcover): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... Trendy Spring Scarf: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... THE CROOKED SIXPENCE (hardcover): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... VICIOUS MASKS (paperback): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... WRECK THIS JOURNAL: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... BEAUTY AND THE BEAST book of choice: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/sunday-fu... White Gold Plated/Crystal 4-Heart Clover Necklace: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... EPIC FAIL (Paperback) by Claire LaZebnik: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... GEOGRAPHY CLUB (Paperback) by Brent Hartinger: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi...
March 22, 2017
Review + #Giveaway: EGOMANIAC by Vi Keeland (18+ Contemporary Romance)
EGOMANIAC by Vi Keeland Over 18 due to sexual content Adult Contemporary Romance Publisher: EverAfter Romance Release Date: January 14, 2017 Format:
March 21, 2017
Review + #Giveaway: FAMOUS BY DEFAULT by M.K. Harkins (YA Romance)
FAMOUS BY DEFAULT by M.K. Harkins YA Romance #1 Amazon Bestseller in its category today!
March 20, 2017
Review + #Giveaway: THE HEARTBEAT HYPOTHESIS by Lindsey Frydman
THE HEARTBEAT HYPOTHESIS by Lindsey Frydman College Sweet Romance Publisher: Entangled: Embrace Release Date: 20 Mar 2017 Format: eBook Advance Copy via NetGalley Buy on Amazon for $3.99 “Beautifully flawed characters woven into a brilliant tapestry of the human condition. Utterly unputdownable. Frydman delivers a gut-punching ugly cry with this stunning debut.” – CM McCoy, Author of EERIE. Audra Madison simply wanted to walk in the shoes of Emily Cavanaugh, a free-spirited teenager who died too young. After all, Audra wasn’t supposed to be here. Thanks to Emily, Audra has a second chance at life. She’s doing all the things that seemed impossible just two years ago: Go to college. Date. Stargaze in the Rocky Mountains. Maybe get a tattoo. You know, live. Jake Cavanaugh, a photographer with mysterious, brooding gray eyes, agrees to help chronicle her newfound experiences. She makes him laugh, one of the only people who can these days. As they delve into each other’s pasts – and secrets – the closer they become. But she’s guarded and feels like she can’t trust anyone, including herself. And he’s struggling with the fact that his beloved sister’s heart beats inside her. amazon US | B&N| iBooks | kobo | amazon UK | amazon CA | amazon AU youtube_advancedplease specify correct url About the Author Lindsey has been writing since she was nine years old, when she discovered the awesomeness that is Harriet the Spy. Her books always include a romance, though sometimes there’s an added sci-fi or magical realism twist. She lives in Columbus, Ohio (where the weather is never quite right). Her BFA in Photography and Graphic Design has granted her a wide assortment of creative knowledge that serves as inspiration (and not much else). When she’s not crafting YA and NA stories, you’ll likely find her spending waaay too much time on Pinterest, playing a video game, singing show-tunes, or performing in a burlesque show—because she enjoys giving her introversion a worthy adversary. (Plus, it’s the closest to Broadway she’ll ever get.) Lindsey was a proud 2016 Pitch Wars Mentee and thoroughly adores being a part of the wonderful writing community. THE HEARTBEAT HYPOTHESIS is her debut novel. website | twitter | facebook | pinterest | instagram | goodreads | newsletter | amazon author Review by CM McCoy Everything I want in an aching romance! THE HEARTBEAT HYPOTHESIS is a page-turning New Adult sweet romance by debut author Lindsey Frydman. I’ve known this book since it was a manuscript, and I instantly fell in love with it! Jake may or may not help Audra honor the organ donor who gave her a new lease on life. It’s a tough call, since he’s still grieving his beloved little sister’s untimely death…and since his dead sister’s heart is now beating inside Audra’s chest. This is an angsty, beautifully painful, push-and-pull love story told in first-person, past tense with an ugly-cry happily(?) ever after. Heart transplant recipient and university freshman Audra takes nothing for granted and is determined to live every heartbeat to its fullest. For starters, she’ll tackle her heart donor’s Done-It list, a photographic journal chronicling a life lived to the fullest. Enter Jake–a photographer. THE photographer. Also, he’s her donor’s reclusive, reluctant, bad-boy brother… There’s so much I love about this book! The 3-day lump in my throat was a little painful, but I did enjoy wondering if I was living every one of my heartbeats to the fullest. Also, I updated my bucket list, and instead of simply checking things off, I started a done-it list (it’s here–scroll down to the Done-It List). All because of this book. Audra is a super-likeable, charmingly nerdy university freshman who grows wonderfully through her journey past her expiration date. Jake is the perfectly distant, damaged goods. Frydman writes with a sure hand and an authentic millennial voice. Veteran romance novelists better look out! This debut author puts some big names in romance to shame with this stunning debut. The romance in this book is sweet. The heartache is real. The cry is ugly. Fans of Colleen Hoover and Nora Roberts will devour this fresh and emotional romance. This book is appropriate for ages 15 and up. THE HEARTBEAT HYPOTHESIS earns 5 North of Normal stars! Buy now: $3.99 eBook on Amazon TWO Giveaways! (scroll down to enter the $20 GiftCard Giveaway) Sterling “Follow Your Heart” Necklace Note: CM McCoy’s Contest Policy applies. Rafflecopter terms and conditions also apply. No Purchase necessary to enter. Void where prohibited. a Rafflecopter giveaway a Rafflecopter giveaway Other Current Giveaways Win over $100 in bookish prizes in these current giveaways. But hurry! Some are ending soon! Note: CM McCoy’s Contest Policy applies. Rafflecopter terms and conditions also apply. No Purchase necessary to enter. Void where prohibited. Kindle Paperwhite Giveaway: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/kindle-pa... $25 Amazon Gift Card: https://www.nightowlreviews.com/V5/Bl... $20 PayPal Cash or Amazon Gift Card: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/sale-aler... $20 Amazon Gift Card: http://www.yabookscentral.com/blog/sp... BEAUTIFUL BROKEN GIRLS in hardcover: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/2832-2/ Sterling Silver Wishbone Pendant Necklace: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/first-pag... Recent release/Top Rated Book from CM McCoy’s library: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/giveaway-... CARAVAL by Stephanie Garber (Hardcover): https://www.instagram.com/p/BQ_BtVulr... Choice of book by Lauren Oliver: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... TEMPEST IN A TEAPOT by Amanda Cooper in paperback: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/2845-2/ THE SHACK (paperback): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... ROYAL BASTARDS (hardcover): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... Trendy Spring Scarf: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... THE CROOKED SIXPENCE (hardcover): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... VICIOUS MASKS (paperback): http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... WRECK THIS JOURNAL: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/review-gi... BEAUTY AND THE BEAST book of choice: http://www.cmmccoy.com/blog/sunday-fu...
March 18, 2017
Sunday Fun Day #Giveaway!
This Sunday Fun Day Giveaway is all about Beauty and the Beast! Winner gets their your choice of TWO Beauty and the Beast inspired books! Winner may choose two from the following titles: EERIE by CM McCoy (YA paranormal) HUNTED by Megan Spooner (YA Fairy Tale Retelling) BEASTLY by Alex Finn (movie hitting theaters in 2017!) (YA Fairy Tale Retelling) DEPRAVITY by MJ Haag (Adult Fantasy) BELLE by Cameron Dokey (YA Fantasy) BEAUTY by Robin McKinley (YA Fantasy) A BEDTIME STORY by LC Moon (erotic mob romance) a Rafflecopter giveaway
