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June 24, 2013

Review: CHARM AND CONSEQUENCE by Stephanie Wardrop

A few weeks ago, I brought you the Summer of Love blog tour from Swoon Romance, and last week author Stephanie Wardrop dropped by for Writers on Wednesday.  Today, I’m thrilled to bring you the culmination of both of these posts: my review of Stephanie’s novella Charm and Consequence.   This is the second book in […]
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Published on June 24, 2013 05:05

June 19, 2013

Writers on Wednesday: D.S. Thornton

Today, I’m joined by D.S. Thornton.  She’s a plantser, a T.V. addict, and an eclectic author.  I hope you enjoy getting to know her! 1. When did you start writing? Except for travel pieces for the San Francisco Examiner (Hearst years) and some book reviews for another Bay Area paper, I put writing aside, probably […]
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Published on June 19, 2013 04:00

June 17, 2013

FRIGID Pre-Order Promo; Chapter Reveal (& More!)

Today is an exciting day – I’ve got FOUR HUGE SURPRISES for you! Jennifer L. Armentrout’s (writing as J. Lynn) FRIGID is set to release on e-book at the end of July. FRIGID has already been given the honor of being named a Romantic Times Top Pick! Are you ready for those four awesome surprises? […]
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Published on June 17, 2013 06:00

Blog Tour: MY SISTER’S REAPER by Dorothy Dreyer

I’m so thrilled to have my Month9Books pub sister Dorothy Dreyer here today to talk about her chilling book, My Sister’s Reaper.  Since the tale is rooted in horror, Dorothy wants to give you a little advice about upping the creepy factor in your writing and your life. Let’s just hope she hasn’t gone to […]
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Published on June 17, 2013 05:00

June 14, 2013

Covery Reveal: DEFY by Sara B. Larson

Oh. My. Gosh.  You guys, I am so excited!  I can finally share Sara B. Larson’s GORGEOUS cover with you.  Squee! Also, you have a chance to enter to win some awesome prizes. Here’s the cover for DEFY, coming January 1, 2014, from Scholastic: A warrior and a protector, the prince’s best guard is also […]
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Published on June 14, 2013 06:15

June 13, 2013

Review: ACT LIKE YOU LOVE ME by Cindi Madsen

Last month, I was delighted to bring you the cover reveal for Cindi Madsen’s new release, Act Like You Love Me.  This month, I’m even more thrilled to be able to offer my thoughts on this book!  Make sure you check it out and add it to your list. MY REVIEW: This was a charming […]
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Published on June 13, 2013 07:29

June 12, 2013

Writers on Wednesday: Stephanie Wardrop

Today, I sat down with Stephanie Wardrop to talk about writing romance, Jane Austen, and Snark.  Enjoy! 1. When did you start writing?  When I was in junior high, I wrote everyday after school until my parents came home from work.  They were terrible stories but I just liked doing it and I kept writing […]
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Published on June 12, 2013 03:00

June 6, 2013

Summer of Love BLOG TOUR: Get Ready to SWOON!

Author: Rachel Schieffelbein Book: Secondary Characters Release date: 5/28/13 Book blurb: When Mabel’s best friend, Amber, drags her along on a double date she finds herself falling for Lance, the obnoxious class clown whom she swore she’d have no interest in. The only problem is, she’s not sure if she’s really the girl Lance is […]
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Published on June 06, 2013 05:00

June 5, 2013

Writers on Wednesday: Vanessa Barger

I’m thrilled to be joined today by Vanessa Barger, a fellow Month9Books author.  Sit back, relax, and enjoy learning about her writing process!   1. When did you start writing? I can’t pinpoint exactly when I started, but I have always been making up stories and writing them down. The earliest ones were usually about […]
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Published on June 05, 2013 04:00

May 29, 2013

Writers on Wednesday: Guest Post from Jaye Robin Brown

Today, I’m thrilled to welcome my brutally honest and amazing Critique Partner, Jaye Robin Brown.  She’s here to talk about her publishing journey, a little bit of luck, and a lot of determination.  Enjoy! My philosophy has always been to walk through open doors. If the doors stop opening, it’s not meant to be. So […]
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Published on May 29, 2013 04:05