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June 29, 2015

An Update and Survey Results

This last weekend was the end of my second week of summer vacation (for those who don't know, I'm a teacher) and so far, so good. The first week I finally completed the revision for the new edition of Bronze, and this week the hard edit was completed. Now for one last go through and fix any formatting issues and into the mail it goes. Sort of.

In the meantime, my little family is experiencing major changes which are exciting and unnerving and may prove to be very distracting. I don't talk much...
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Published on June 29, 2015 17:23

June 21, 2015

Summer Dreaming Cash Giveaway

Summer Dreaming Cash
Summer Dreaming $250 Cash Giveaway
June 21st to July 15th
A wonderful group of authors and bloggers have joined with I Am A Reader, Not A Writer to bring you 1 fabulous prize!!! We’re giving away $250 in Paypal Cash to help you do something you have been dreaming of this summer.

Sponsors

I Am A Reader
Raven Haired Girl
The Discerning Reader
Unshelfish
Author Inger Iversen
Kelly's Lucky You
BookBunnyPR
The Lovely Books
Ann's Afterthoughts
Bella Street's Time Travel Romance
Erin Richards
Bonnie Blythe Pure Ro...
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Published on June 21, 2015 09:27

June 5, 2015

Blogoversary Giveaway


Four years ago, I started my first blog when my first novel was published. To celebrate and thank my followers, I'm giving away $15 gift cards to the book store of your choice to two winners.

But I'd like your help too. There's an easy entry for followers, and you can tweet about the giveaway, but I'd appreciate your opinions and feedback in a quick three question survey. It earns extra entries,too!

As I finish revisions for a new edition of Bronze and finish the second Glister Journals novel,...
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Published on June 05, 2015 23:58

May 31, 2015

Splash Into Summer Giveaway


Are you ready for summer? I sure am! And wouldn't some cash help? A wonderful group of authors and bloggers have joined with I Am A Reader, Not A Writer to bring you a great cash prize: $250 in Paypal Cash!


Splash Into Summer $250 Cash GiveawayJune 1st to 20th 

Sponsor List
I Am A Reader
Krysten Lindsay Hager, Author
Heather Gray, Author
The Lovely Books
Erin Richards
The Page Unbound
Stacy Claflin, Author
Sylvie Fox
Beth Yarnall
Serena Clarke
LeahSay's Views
Unshelfish
The Discerning Reader
Kimber Leig...
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Published on May 31, 2015 19:25

Simple Things



I donated a copy of my novel, Bronze, to the main branch of our county library quite a while ago. I check online once in a while to see what it's up to. It most often says "check shelves." But quite often it shows that it's checked out. Like today. It makes me profoundly happy. I hope they're enjoying it.


Currently writing: Revising and final edits of Bronze for new edition. (I'll get back to finishing the second Glister Journals novel. I promise.)

Listening: Pedals - Speak

Reading: The Graveya...
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Published on May 31, 2015 11:42

May 1, 2015

Mother's Day Kindle Fire Giveaway


Welcome to our Mother's Day giveaway! One lucky winner will receive a brand new Kindle Fire 7″ HDX along with a gift code to purchase ebooks (to the value of $250) or $250 in Paypal cash. This giveaway is sponsored by and the following awesome group of bloggers and authors.


Mother's Day Kindle Fire Giveaway Sponsor List

I Am A Reader
Donna @ OnDBookshelf
Diana's Book Reviews
Krysten Lindsay Hager author
Raven Haired Girl
Stephanie Keyes
Mother Daughter Book Reviews
The Love...
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Published on May 01, 2015 11:56

March 31, 2015

Fool for Books Giveaway Hop



Welcome to my Fool for Books Giveaway, hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer and Bookhounds. I am giving away a $15 gift certificate to the book store of your choice. Thanks for following and good luck!

Giveaway Details

April 1st to 7th

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive, and use a book store Gift Code. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by...
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Published on March 31, 2015 19:44

Spring Into Cash $250 Giveaway


A wonderful group of fellow authors and bloggers have joined together with to bring the chance to win a great cash prize for one lucky winner: $250 Paypal Cash!

Please stop by to visit the sponsors!

Giveaway Details

$250 Paypal Cash

Ends 4/15/15

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use money sent via Paypal. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for...
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Published on March 31, 2015 19:00

March 19, 2015

Spring Cleaning Giveaway Hop


Welcome to the Spring Cleaning Giveaway Hop hosted by I Am A Reader, Not A Writer. This giveaway will run from March 20 to 25. For this giveaway, I'm giving away Maggie Stiefvater's The Wolves of Mercy Falls trilogy: Shiver, Linger, and Forever.


From Goodreads book page:
For years, Grace has watched the wolves in the woods behind her house. One yellow-eyed wolf—her wolf—is a chilling presence she can't seem to live without.

Meanwhile, Sam has lived two lives: In winter, the frozen woods, the pro...
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Published on March 19, 2015 11:55

March 15, 2015

March Music Review and Giveaway

I've been meaning to do a music review for ages now, so not only will I share may favorite listens of 2014, I'm doing a giveaway too! Four winners will be able to choose the album of their choice: Bad Blood by Bastille, Supermodel by Foster the People, Sonic Highways by Foo Fighters, or La Gargola by Chevelle. Even though I pre-ordered all these albums, it's taken a while to listen to them adequately enough give an informed opinion of them. The rafflecopter for this giveaway is at the end. So...
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Published on March 15, 2015 21:13