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November 2, 2010
Book Rec: IMMORTAL BELOVED by Cate Tiernan
So I was psyched when I got my hands on a copy of IMMORTAL BELOVED by Cate Tiernan. I think it was the combination of the title, cover, and idea of immortals. And pretty much from the second I picked it up, I wanted to keep reading and reading until the end. And even then I found myself thinking about the characters for a couple more days. There's just something about the idea of being an immortal party girl that maybe us 40-year-old gals crave. And yeah, I'm thinking teens gals will be craving it, too.
IMMORTAL BELOVED by Cate Tiernan (Little, Brown, September 2010)
Check out the awesome book trailer, too!
From Amazon:
Nastasya has spent the last century living as a spoiled, drugged-out party girl. She feels nothing and cares for no one. But when she witnesses her best friend, a Dark Immortal, torture a human, she realizes something's got to change. She seeks refuge at a rehab for wayward immortals, where she meets the gorgeous, undeniably sexy Reyn, who seems inexplicably linked to her past.
Nastasya finally begins to deal with life, and even feels safe--until the night she learns that someone wants her dead.
Cate Tiernan, author of the popular Sweep series, returns with an engaging story of a timeless struggle and inescapable romance, the first book in a stunning new fantasy trilogy.
Source of book: BookPeople
If you love fantasy, paranormal, or the idea of immortality then this one's for you. Recommended for seventh grade and up, girls and guys who enjoy paranormal romance. I'm already looking forward to the sequel!
IMMORTAL BELOVED by Cate Tiernan (Little, Brown, September 2010)
Check out the awesome book trailer, too!
From Amazon:
Nastasya has spent the last century living as a spoiled, drugged-out party girl. She feels nothing and cares for no one. But when she witnesses her best friend, a Dark Immortal, torture a human, she realizes something's got to change. She seeks refuge at a rehab for wayward immortals, where she meets the gorgeous, undeniably sexy Reyn, who seems inexplicably linked to her past.
Nastasya finally begins to deal with life, and even feels safe--until the night she learns that someone wants her dead.
Cate Tiernan, author of the popular Sweep series, returns with an engaging story of a timeless struggle and inescapable romance, the first book in a stunning new fantasy trilogy.
Source of book: BookPeople
If you love fantasy, paranormal, or the idea of immortality then this one's for you. Recommended for seventh grade and up, girls and guys who enjoy paranormal romance. I'm already looking forward to the sequel!
THE MARBURY LENS Winners!
Huge thank you to all who participated in the Spooktacular Giveaway, blogs and entrants alike! And a huge thank you to Feiwel & Friends for adding extra books to the giveaway!
The winners of THE MARBURY LENS by Andrew Smith (Feiwel & Friends, Nov 2010)
are...
CASS at Words on Paper (Signed ARC)
LAUREN at Lauren's Crammed Bookshelf (Hardcover)
PATSY (Hardcover)
ELIE at Ellz Readz (Hardcover)
*****
Congrats and thank you!
And don't forget I'm also giving away a hardcover c/o the author of
KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett (Henry Holt & Co., September 2010)
Click here to enter.
And also Spot THE NECROPOLIS and win the first two books!
Click here for details!
The winners of THE MARBURY LENS by Andrew Smith (Feiwel & Friends, Nov 2010)
are...
CASS at Words on Paper (Signed ARC)
LAUREN at Lauren's Crammed Bookshelf (Hardcover)
PATSY (Hardcover)
ELIE at Ellz Readz (Hardcover)
*****
Congrats and thank you!
And don't forget I'm also giving away a hardcover c/o the author of
KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett (Henry Holt & Co., September 2010)
Click here to enter.
And also Spot THE NECROPOLIS and win the first two books!
Click here for details!
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November 1, 2010
KING OF ITHAKA Giveaway!
So I totally gushed over this book the other day, and guess what? Today I have a copy to give away. Thank you a million to Tracy Barrett, the fabulous author and my agent-sister, for offering up a copy of
KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett (Henry Holt & Co., September 2010)
I adore this book, and you guys will, too!
Check out this awesome book trailer...
From Amazon:
Telemachos has a comfortable life on his small island of Ithaka, where his mother Penelopeia keeps the peace even though the land has been without its king, his father Odysseus, since the Trojan War began many years ago.
But now the people are demanding a new king, unless Telemachos can find Odysseus and bring him home. With only a mysterious prophecy to guide him, Telemachos sets off over sea and desert in search of the father he has never known.
Source of Book: From author
For your chance to win this book, all you need to do is:
1) Follow this blog
2) Follow The Texas Sweethearts blog
3) Comment on this blog post
For extra entries:
1) Blog about this contest and leave a comment telling me
2) Tweet about this contest and leave a comment telling me
And make sure you leave me a way to get in contact with you when you win!
The contest will run through midnight on Friday, November 12, 2010!
And don't forget:
Spot THE NECROPOLIS and win the first two books!
KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett (Henry Holt & Co., September 2010)
I adore this book, and you guys will, too!
Check out this awesome book trailer...
From Amazon:
Telemachos has a comfortable life on his small island of Ithaka, where his mother Penelopeia keeps the peace even though the land has been without its king, his father Odysseus, since the Trojan War began many years ago.
But now the people are demanding a new king, unless Telemachos can find Odysseus and bring him home. With only a mysterious prophecy to guide him, Telemachos sets off over sea and desert in search of the father he has never known.
Source of Book: From author
For your chance to win this book, all you need to do is:
1) Follow this blog
2) Follow The Texas Sweethearts blog
3) Comment on this blog post
For extra entries:
1) Blog about this contest and leave a comment telling me
2) Tweet about this contest and leave a comment telling me
And make sure you leave me a way to get in contact with you when you win!
The contest will run through midnight on Friday, November 12, 2010!
And don't forget:
Spot THE NECROPOLIS and win the first two books!
October 31, 2010
Writing from the Place: TEN WAYS TO GET READY FOR NaNoWriMo!
Okay, admit it. You've always wanted to do NaNoWriMo but you never knew how to start? I mean how do you prepare for a month long writing retreat and get ready to kick butt and crank out 50K words?
Well, we here at the place (being K. A. Holt, Jessica Lee Anderson , E. Kristin Anderson, Madeline Smoot, recent drop in Mari Mancusi, and sometimes member Jenny Ziegler) have the answers you need.
We give you ten ways to get ready for NaNoWriMo:
1) Hydrate
But we recommend you situate near the potty for this one. You have many long hours ahead of you.
and remember, this picture is proof, once again, that a Star Trek reference can fit in anywhere.
2) Narrow down your list of ideas
We figure the best chance for success starts with one book idea, not your top three.
3) Cheat and start early
Cause you know, you may even finish early. Who's to say? And it's not cheating to finish early, right?
4) Stock up on chocolate and caffeine
And I know Dagoba Chocolate is healthy and all, but it's hard to get past the lack of sugar, even with lavender and blueberries. Pick your brand and stock up.
5) Hire a nanny, maid, and chef (or dogsitter if appropriate)
Knowing you have clean toilets will free your mind and release your creativity.
6) Fire your internal editor
She is evil. She does not want you to complete NaNoWriMo.
7) Clean your office (although this was a point of debate in the group)
So pick one. Clean your office including the use of Windex to get even the phone makeup free or go the exact opposite way and let the dishes stack up. Whatever you choose, don't change your mind in the middle and try to do anything about it.
8) Find a support group
We recommend meeting weekly at a place like The Place.
9) Remember: Sleep is for weenies
And this t-shirt proves it.
10) Have fun. Remember your life will not end if you don't write 50,000 words in one month. You are not a failure.
Thousands of people have proved this to date. So enjoy yourself and get writing!
Well, we here at the place (being K. A. Holt, Jessica Lee Anderson , E. Kristin Anderson, Madeline Smoot, recent drop in Mari Mancusi, and sometimes member Jenny Ziegler) have the answers you need.
We give you ten ways to get ready for NaNoWriMo:
1) Hydrate
But we recommend you situate near the potty for this one. You have many long hours ahead of you.
and remember, this picture is proof, once again, that a Star Trek reference can fit in anywhere.2) Narrow down your list of ideas
We figure the best chance for success starts with one book idea, not your top three.
3) Cheat and start early
Cause you know, you may even finish early. Who's to say? And it's not cheating to finish early, right?
4) Stock up on chocolate and caffeine
And I know Dagoba Chocolate is healthy and all, but it's hard to get past the lack of sugar, even with lavender and blueberries. Pick your brand and stock up.
5) Hire a nanny, maid, and chef (or dogsitter if appropriate)
Knowing you have clean toilets will free your mind and release your creativity.
6) Fire your internal editor
She is evil. She does not want you to complete NaNoWriMo.
7) Clean your office (although this was a point of debate in the group)
So pick one. Clean your office including the use of Windex to get even the phone makeup free or go the exact opposite way and let the dishes stack up. Whatever you choose, don't change your mind in the middle and try to do anything about it.
8) Find a support group
We recommend meeting weekly at a place like The Place.
9) Remember: Sleep is for weenies
And this t-shirt proves it.
10) Have fun. Remember your life will not end if you don't write 50,000 words in one month. You are not a failure.
Thousands of people have proved this to date. So enjoy yourself and get writing!
Spot THE NECROPOLIS Winner
Thank you to everyone who's spotted THE NECROPOLIS so far! I love seeing the pics!
The first winner of THE EMERALD TABLET and THE NAVEL OF THE WORLD is...
VIVIEN PROPST
for finding THE NECROPOLIS in Wichita, Kansas and taking this lovely picture!
So keep them coming!!!!!
Read the details there!
The first winner of THE EMERALD TABLET and THE NAVEL OF THE WORLD is...
VIVIEN PROPST
for finding THE NECROPOLIS in Wichita, Kansas and taking this lovely picture!
So keep them coming!!!!!Read the details there!
ANOTHER PAN ARC Winner!
Happy Halloween and thank you to everyone who entered to win!
The winner of an ARC of ANOTHER PAN by Daniel and Dina Nayeri (Candlewick, Sept. 2010)
is...
M.A.D.
*****
Congrats and thank you!
Don't forget it's the last day to win one of four copies of the not-yet-released THE MARBURY LENS by Andrew Smith (Feiwel & Friends, Nov 2010)
Click here to enter!
And also Spot THE NECROPOLIS and win the first two books!
Click here for details!
The winner of an ARC of ANOTHER PAN by Daniel and Dina Nayeri (Candlewick, Sept. 2010)
is...M.A.D.
*****
Congrats and thank you!
Don't forget it's the last day to win one of four copies of the not-yet-released THE MARBURY LENS by Andrew Smith (Feiwel & Friends, Nov 2010)
Click here to enter!
And also Spot THE NECROPOLIS and win the first two books!
Click here for details!
October 28, 2010
Book Rec: KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett
In case there's any question about it, I love mythology. I love all things myth, and I adore retellings of these stories, especially if the retellings have a great twist. And guess what? KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett has all of this. The writing is engaging, the plot is filled with action, and the best part? The very best part?
What we hear in the myths may not always be true.
KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett (Henry Holt & Co., September 2010)
From Amazon:
Telemachos has a comfortable life on his small island of Ithaka, where his mother Penelopeia keeps the peace even though the land has been without its king, his father Odysseus, since the Trojan War began many years ago.
But now the people are demanding a new king, unless Telemachos can find Odysseus and bring him home. With only a mysterious prophecy to guide him, Telemachos sets off over sea and desert in search of the father he has never known.
Source of Book: From publisher at TLA
If you love mythology, this book is for you. Recommended for seventh grade and up, boys and girls, fans of fantasy or mythology.
What we hear in the myths may not always be true.
KING OF ITHAKA by Tracy Barrett (Henry Holt & Co., September 2010)
From Amazon:
Telemachos has a comfortable life on his small island of Ithaka, where his mother Penelopeia keeps the peace even though the land has been without its king, his father Odysseus, since the Trojan War began many years ago.
But now the people are demanding a new king, unless Telemachos can find Odysseus and bring him home. With only a mysterious prophecy to guide him, Telemachos sets off over sea and desert in search of the father he has never known.
Source of Book: From publisher at TLA
If you love mythology, this book is for you. Recommended for seventh grade and up, boys and girls, fans of fantasy or mythology.
October 26, 2010
Our Newest Featured Sweetheart!
When you get a chance, head over to THE TEXAS SWEETHEARTS blog and read all about our newest featured sweetheart, Trudy Marshall, who runs the most amazing non-profit organization, LIBRARIES OF LOVE!
Good News update for THE MARBURY LENS Giveaway
Because Feiwel & Friends is awesome, I now have more books for my Spooktacular Giveaway for...
THE MARBURY LENS by Andrew Smith (Feiwel & Friends, Nov 2010)
In addition to the signed ARC, I now have three hot-off-the-press hardbacks not-yet-released-to-the-public to give away!
So go here to see how to enter!
THE MARBURY LENS by Andrew Smith (Feiwel & Friends, Nov 2010)
In addition to the signed ARC, I now have three hot-off-the-press hardbacks not-yet-released-to-the-public to give away!
So go here to see how to enter!
