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The Liebster Award is for Bloggers

Thank you Dayna at  http://vonthaer.blogspot.com/2013/04/liebster-award-and-books-galore.html for nominating me for the Liebster Award. What a pleasant surprise to find this in my inbox J  
So what is the Liebster Award?
"The Liebster Award is for bloggers with under 300 followers and the rules of the award is that the nominee must link back to whoever awarded them, write 11 random facts about themselves, answer the 11 questions from the award giver, and then nominate another 11 bloggers and make up 11 questions for them to answer. It's a great way for new and undiscovered bloggers to meet new people, get more followers and find some blogs that they want to follow."
 
11 random facts about me:
 
1. I was a landscape architect for over twenty years before Hurricane Katrina.
2. I raised registered Quarter Horses for ten years of that time.
3. I love the outdoors, especially water.
4. I was a native of New Orleans, LA. For most of my life, but was born in Long Beach, CA.
5. I draw and paint also and would love to master photo shop.
6. I hate folding clothes and putting them away.
7. I am part Creek Indian and you would never know it by looking at me.
8. I put an oil pump in a car once because my husband laughed and said I couldn’t do it.
9.  I have many friends but most of them don’t come out and play ;)
10. If I could go anywhere in the world it would be Italy.
11. I am married to the love of my life for 39 years this past March (damn, we’re old).
 
My answers to the 11 questions:
1. Tea or coffee?
Definitely coffee.
2. What is your favorite quote? 
Beware gentle knight. There is no greater monster than reason.
All the Pretty Horses by Cormack McCarthy
3. Who is your all-time favorite author? 
Stephen King followed by Dean Koontz, but there are many more, a lot who are Indy.
4. What is your favorite game? 
Football-Geaux Saints!
5. Who was your favorite president of the United States and why? 
John F. Kennedy. He never backed down from a fight.
6. Which Simpson would you compare yourself to? 
I don’t watch the Simpsons.
7. iPhone or Windows phone? 
Nada.
8. Who would be your dream literary agent?  
Do you want the long list, or the short list, lol?
9. What was the last thing you gambled on? 
Slot machine. Ten bucks and I’m out of here.
10. If you had to spend the night in a haunted house, what would you take with you? 
The Ghost Busters.
11. And finally, what gives you the most satisfaction about writing?  Listening to someone who just finished my book talking about the characters like they are real people. What am I thinking? Sorry guys. You are real people. Don’t get mad.
 
My 11 questions to pass on:
1. If you could live anywhere in the world where would it be?
 2. Who has inspires you the most?

 3. Where do you like to sit and write or read the most?

 4. Who is your favorite author?

 5. The beach or the mountains?

 6. Favorite comfort food?

 7. The best movie you ave saw? Why?

 8. The best book you ever read? Why?

 9. What do you enjoy most about your work?

 10. What is you favorite music?

 11. If you review an authors book, what is the most important reason you rate it?

 11 Blogs that I would like to pass the Liebster Award onto:

http://ogtomes.blogspot.com/
http://rushboundblog.wordpress.com/tag/karli-rush/
http://maggiethom.wordpress.com/
 
http://heavenliegheldeen.blogspot.com/?zx=7f386b41b17ac3f3
http://anyakelleye.wordpress.com/
http://edhgraphics.blogspot.com/
http://authorpoppet.wordpress.com/
http://madamewriterofwrongs.blogspot.com/
http://janewhitepillatzkeauthor.blogspot.com/
http://rebaponderweiss.wordpress.com/
http://sherryfoley.blogspot.com/
 

Can I Change Your Mind About Fantasy?

FRACTURE The Secret Enemy Saga on March 02, 2013

*I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review* I’ll admit when I started reading the very first chapter I wasn’t sure how much I would like this book. It was my first fantasy novel, but I wanted to expand my reading base so I continued to read on and I am very pleased that I did. It started off a little slow but I believe it was building up to the action half way through the book. There was so much detail packed into the pages. The author cleverly combines the fantasy world of Patwain with earth. There is a fracture between the two, leaving both worlds vulnerable and accessible. I really liked the idea of The Couton- beautiful alluring women with the ability to steal memories. This was original and unlike anything I had ever read before. Tegrin, the lion-esque man is sent from Patwain to stop these women. It is then that he meets Kristina and they soon realise that their worlds are entwined beyond what they could have ever imagined. I enjoyed learning about the true identity of Kristina’s heritage and her quest for revenge after the death of her parents. It took me a little longer to connect with Tegrin but once I opened myself up to accept the fantasy element, I enjoyed his story and his own quest. This was a really good book, like no other I have read. I enjoyed the author’s writing style and the rich descriptions she created. After knowing how it ends I can’t wait to read the second book!
The Hunted Fracture The Secret Enemy Saga Book Two on March 02, 2013

*I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review* This is the second instalment in the Secret Enemy Saga. The Couton- a dangerous race of women who drain people of their memories are back and invading the city of New Orleans. It is up to Tegrin and Kristina to put a stop to them and their killing spree. Tegrin and Kristina are joined on their mission by their friends, Sissy and Jimmy. I liked these two supporting characters in this book and how they added another dimension to the story. I felt the action was kicked up a notch in this instalment and the content was a little grittier than the first book. This was to be expected as the number of murders increased as did their descriptions. This was not a bad thing as I enjoyed the authors writing. Being the romance fangirl that I am, I did enjoy the progression of the relationship between Tegrin and Kristina. No matter the circumstance or danger they faced, I was a sucker for the romance weaved through this book of action and suspense. I enjoyed this story perhaps more than I expected to. I fully immersed myself in the journey and was rooting for Tegrin and Kristina to triumph. I am hooked on these characters and must read any future quests they will have.

Can You Change Your Mind About Fantasy?

FRACTURE The Secret Enemy Saga on March 02, 2013

*I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review* I’ll admit when I started reading the very first chapter I wasn’t sure how much I would like this book. It was my first fantasy novel, but I wanted to expand my reading base so I continued to read on and I am very pleased that I did. It started off a little slow but I believe it was building up to the action half way through the book. There was so much detail packed into the pages. The author cleverly combines the fantasy world of Patwain with earth. There is a fracture between the two, leaving both worlds vulnerable and accessible. I really liked the idea of The Couton- beautiful alluring women with the ability to steal memories. This was original and unlike anything I had ever read before. Tegrin, the lion-esque man is sent from Patwain to stop these women. It is then that he meets Kristina and they soon realise that their worlds are entwined beyond what they could have ever imagined. I enjoyed learning about the true identity of Kristina’s heritage and her quest for revenge after the death of her parents. It took me a little longer to connect with Tegrin but once I opened myself up to accept the fantasy element, I enjoyed his story and his own quest. This was a really good book, like no other I have read. I enjoyed the author’s writing style and the rich descriptions she created. After knowing how it ends I can’t wait to read the second book!
The Hunted Fracture The Secret Enemy Saga Book Two on March 02, 2013

*I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review* This is the second instalment in the Secret Enemy Saga. The Couton- a dangerous race of women who drain people of their memories are back and invading the city of New Orleans. It is up to Tegrin and Kristina to put a stop to them and their killing spree. Tegrin and Kristina are joined on their mission by their friends, Sissy and Jimmy. I liked these two supporting characters in this book and how they added another dimension to the story. I felt the action was kicked up a notch in this instalment and the content was a little grittier than the first book. This was to be expected as the number of murders increased as did their descriptions. This was not a bad thing as I enjoyed the authors writing. Being the romance fangirl that I am, I did enjoy the progression of the relationship between Tegrin and Kristina. No matter the circumstance or danger they faced, I was a sucker for the romance weaved through this book of action and suspense. I enjoyed this story perhaps more than I expected to. I fully immersed myself in the journey and was rooting for Tegrin and Kristina to triumph. I am hooked on these characters and must read any future quests they will have.

Julie's Book Review: Review of The Hunted by Virginia McKevitt

Julie's Book Review: Review of The Hunted by Virginia McKevitt: The Secret Enemy Saga The Hunted by Virginia McKevitt New Orleans better watch out, there is a new threat and it isn't t...

USA Today Bestselling Author, Terry Spear: The World of Enchantment

USA Today Bestselling Author, Terry Spear: The World of Enchantment

FREE LOVE EXTRAVAGANZA!!! VALENTINE’S DAY ONLY!!!!!

FREE LOVE EXTRAVAGANZAFacebook Event – Thursday All Day – https://www.facebook.com/events/578243022204643/A day dedicated to Love and Romance. Over 40 authors have joined together to create a day and night of devotion, and desire, bliss and delight. With our hearts open we wish to share our love with you through our writings.Our free collection for Valentine’s Day books stretche across several genres. Please browse below and click on as many as you wish for a free download. Happy Valentine’s Day!Click any book cover to go to the download page for each. Angus Day – Having Nice Things(Download code – CG99W) Beverly Preston – No More Wasted Time Blak Rayne – The Ideal Side of Love Christina Moore – Fire Born Karli Rush – Crescent Bound Dina Rae – Bad JuJu Elaine Raco Chase – Best Laid Plans Emily Walker – Long Road Full Speed Ahead J. M. Zungia – TDMS Collection Jennifer Cowsert – This Time Forever Jo Robinson – Fly Birdie Jo Robinson - The Visitation Kym Grosso – Kade’s Dark Embrace Linda Bolton – Take 2 Michelle Matkins – Beautiful Beginnings Michelle Matkins – Awakened Within Mina J Moore – The Dom Prize Nickie Asher – Blood Judgement Nicole Hill – Legacy Forgotten Nicole Hill – A Gentleman’s Luck Karli Rush – Prelude to Death RaeAnne Hadley – Love’s Everlasting Song Sapphire Kandle – Making Her Feel Karli Rush – Seducing A Mermaid Shayne McClendon – In The Service of Women Summer Daniels – Summer’s Journey: Volume One – Losing Control Victoria Danann – My Familiar Stranger Victoria Danann – The Witch’s Dream Virginia McKevitt – FRACTURE The Secret Enemy SagaDownload code – EH73P Candy Wilder – Doing it in New Delhi Allison Cosgrove – Sacrifice of Innocence Tawdra Kandle – Fearless Gena D. Lutz – Ember’s Curse Kristin Secorsky – Immortal Scrolls Kristin Michelle Adams – Temptaions box set (book 1 & 2) P. Macias – Hot & Wild (De La Cruz Saga) Ian Dalton – Desperate Thoughts: The Gift (Victoria Wilde #O) Julie Crane – Lauren (Keegan’s Chronicles Spin Off) Rachel A. Olsen and Jessica Humphrey – Love During Death Janiera Eldridge – Soul Sisters Livia Ellis – Memoirs of a Gigolo Volume One Livia Ellis – Memoirs of a Gigolo Happy Valentine’s Day Oliver Vickie McKeehan – Promise Cove (A Pelican Pointe Novel) Julie Prestsater - Against The Wall Brandi Kennedy – Fat Chance (The Kingsley Series) Christina Moore – Chasing Shadows (A Shadow Chronicles Novel) Jim Henry – Universal Life Force Series DeAnna Kinney – Charity Moon (Charity Series Book 1) Cat Miller – Unbound (The Forbidden Bond Series) RJ Parker – Doctors Who Killed Share this:Twitter7Facebook18Google +1RedditLike this:LikeBe the first to like this. Tagged amazon, author blog, contemporary romance, download, ebook, ebook author, Erotica, extravaganza, fantasy, free, free love, Giveaway, Horror, indie authors, karli rush, mystery, One Day Only, paranormal, romance, smashwords, suspense, Valentine's Day

The Hunted (book two of the Fracture Series)

The Hunted (book two of the Fracture Series)

Very Inspirational Blogger Award

 Thank you Karli Rush for nominating me for "The Very Inspirational Blogger Award".
There is no voting. It's a pay it forward type of award. You nominate blogs you feel deserve it and they do the same and so on. Basically it is a way to introduce our readers to other blogs that you feel are noteworthy.
To participate -
1. Post the award image on your blog with header "The Very Inspirational Blogger Award".
2. Tag the person/blogger who nominated you, thanking them for the nomination
3. Write the rules and complete them.
The Rules:
Display the award logo on your blog.
Link back to the person who nominated you.
State 7 things about yourself.
Nominate 15 bloggers for this award and link to them.
Notify those bloggers of the nomination and the award's requirements.
That's all!  I nominate the following bloggers-http://ogtomes.blogspot.com/http://maggiethom.wordpress.com/http://anyakelleye.wordpress.com/http://heavenliegheldeen.blogspot.com/2011/11/paranormal-romantics-internet.html?zx=2c4f0fa3c057d700http://wonderfulreadofthemonth.blogspot.com/http://edhgraphics.blogspot.com/http://authoradduling.blogspot.com/2012/06/author-spotlight-m-c-v-egan-historical.htmlhttp://madamewriterofwrongs.blogspot.com/ http://janewhitepillatzkeauthor.blogspot.com/ http://katieharperwrites.blogspot.com/http://juliesbookreview.blogspot.com/http://yesterdaydaugher.blogspot.com/http://sidhetouch.blogspot.com/http://bethswildandcrazybookreviews.blogspot.com/http://www.annbharrison.com/blog.html