YA Mythology Giveaway Hop - INT

I am SO excited for this hop!!  I LOVE all the new takes on mythology that are coming out.  My love started with the Percy Jackson & The Olympians series and has just kept growing!  Here you can win an ebook of one of my favorite new twists to Greek Mythology...Persephone. 

There are worse things than death, worse people too

The “talk” was bad enough, but how many teens get told that they’re a goddess? When her mom tells her, Persephone is sure her mother has lost her mind. It isn’t until Boreas, the god of winter, tries to abduct her that she realizes her mother was telling the truth. Hades rescues her, and in order to safely bring Persephone to the Underworld he marks her as his bride. But Boreas will stop at nothing to get Persephone. Despite her growing feelings for Hades, Persephone wants to return to the living realm. Persephone must find a way to defeat Boreas and reclaim her life.

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Hollow-Blog Hop Giveaway - INT

Welcome to my stop on this spooktacular hop!

One winner will win a $10 Amazon GC code.  That way you can pick your SWEET prize.  Make sure you Trick or Treat the other stops on the hop.  I know they have some delicious stuff up for grabs!

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Cover Reveal for Unresisting by Shane Morgan

OMG!! This cover is so breath taking!!  Congrats Shane!  Can't wait to read it!

Synopsis:

Seventeen year old Natasha Johnson is having a rough year. Her twin brother, Sean, died last summer after a car crash, and her parents decided to pack up and leave the only home she’d known all her life. It's a lot to take in, and Nat has decidedly given up on the world, until moving to Stetson Valley and meeting high school ‘outcast’, Chace Owens.

Chace's dark and mysterious aura is not exactly seen as 'normal', but Nat already knows that not a lot of things are of the norm when it comes to her life. She soon finds herself unable to resist Chace's strange pull on her heart, unleashing a sudden attraction to the unnatural forces that have always been burning within her. But with uncovering her true self brings forth great danger, as Nat learns that her brother's death had a lot more to do with the side she's unable to resist.

Can Natasha calm the blazing flames and withstand the threat of danger, or will this new found power destroy her?

Release date: November 27, 2012

Publisher: Createspace (Independent)

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15168751-unresisting

Official site: http://theunresistingseries.blogspot.com/

Something Wicked Comes

When Heidi at Rainy Day Ramblings asked me about participating in this spooktacular event I knew just the author I wanted to feature.  L.M. Pruitt, the author of the fabulous paranormal, Jude Magdalyn series.  You can win an ebook of all 3 right here!!

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To read the synopsis for each book just click on the gorgeous cover.

I got a chance to ask Jude a few questions.  She's very busy, so I was extremely lucky to get the few moments I had with her.

Jude thanks for taking a few moments out of your busy schedule to talk with me.  I have to say I’m a huge fan.  As not to keep you from your other obligations I’ll get right to the interview if that’s alright?  

JW- You have quite a motley crew running around here.   What do you think about going from no family to, well a huge one?

Jude - It’s… something. I know, I know, not quite the answer you were looking for. It’s hard to explain. I never thought I would be the type of person to settle down and really have a family and now they’re everywhere. Most of the time it’s cool. But there are some days where you just have to lock yourself in a room and be completely alone, lol.

JW -  You’ve adjusted very well to running the Covenant; do you think this is what you’ll always want to do?

Jude - Uh, something tells me you really don’t just walk away from this gig. But seriously, it feels like I’m where I’m supposed to be. That may change in the future, but for now I’m content to just let things ride.

JW - Some people haven’t read your story yet, but you’re coming up on some huge changes.  Are you making big plans or do you plan on taking things as they come?

Jude - A little of both. Obviously there are some things you have to plan for (and I’ve been reading all the books I can) but there are other things you can’t. I guess we’re going to find out how good we are at thinking on our feet.

JWI have to say, I really appreciate your taste in men.  Theo is a catch.  Can you give me any juicy tidbits about him?

Jude - He sleeps naked. And he sings in the shower. Don’t tell him I told you.

JW-  So, Hart….he’s a thorn in your side that doesn’t quit.  What sort of precautions will you be taking to keep the Covenant and it’s NEW members from his grasp?

Jude - Anything and everything. And this time, he’s staying dead.

Author Spotlight:

L.M. Pruitt has been reading and writing for as long as she can remember. A native of Florida with a love of New Orleans, she has the uncanny ability to find humor in most things and would probably kill a plastic plant. She is the author of the Jude Magdalyn Series as well as New Moon Rising, featuring Cari Gravier, and Taken, featuring Frankie Post. She is currently working on her next adventure, Winged, that I know will be as amazing as her other books. Ms. Pruitt makes her home in Florida with two cats--one smart, the other not so much.

Please note:
These books are NOT YA!  You must be at least 17 to enter the giveaway.  Thanks.

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Valkyrie Rising by Ingrid Paulson

Welcome to my stop on the Valkyrie Rising tour hosted by Itching for Books.  Following my review you'll find a wonderful giveaway I hope you'll enter.

Book Blurb:

Nothing ever happens in Norway. But at least Ellie knows what to expect when she visits her grandmother: a tranquil fishing village and long, slow summer days. And maybe she’ll finally get out from under the shadow of her way-too-perfect big brother, Graham, while she’s there. 

What Ellie doesn’t anticipate is Graham’s infuriating best friend, Tuck, tagging along for the trip. Nor did she imagine boys going missing amid rumors of impossible kidnappings. Least of all does she expect something powerful and ancient to awaken in her and that strange whispers would urge Ellie to claim her place among mythological warriors. Instead of peace and quiet, there’s suddenly a lot for a girl from L.A. to handle on a summer sojourn in Norway! And when Graham vanishes, it’s up to Ellie—and the ever-sarcastic, if undeniably alluring Tuck—to uncover the truth about all the disappearances and thwart the nefarious plan behind them.

Deadly legends, hidden identities, and tentative romance swirl together in one girl’s unexpectedly-epic coming of age.

My thoughts:

I've said this before and I'll say it again...I LOVE that the old myths are getting new stories! I love the fresh elements that are being added. Valkyrie Rising is no exception. First you have the strong heroine, Elsa (Ellie). She doesn't start out that way but watching her evolution into the kick-butt, action girl is fantastic! She doesn't just get there over night either, which I appreciated. There's not much in the story about Elsa's father, but the way her mother is described I was so relieved to finally see a parent act like a parent. Elsa's grandmother is a woman of many secrets and MANY talents. Graham, Elsa's brother is way too overprotective but I really enjoyed watching their relationship develop. Last but certainly not least, there's Tuck. Tuck reminds me of Puck from a Midsummer's Night's Dream. He's the one person who really keeps Ellie from giving into her new nature. 
While most stories of Nordic myths focus on Odin and/or Loki; Valkyrie Rising focuses on the Valkyries and their role in the world. The book wrapped up well, but left plenty for a continuation which I'll gladly read! 
This book contains mild language and very little sexual content.

Author Spotlight

Ingrid Paulson lives in San Francisco with her husband and daughter and enjoys long-distance running, eavesdropping, and watching science documentaries. She has always loved books and writing short stories, but was surprised one day to discover the story she was working on wasn't so short any more. VALKYRIE RISING is Ingrid's first novel.

Ingrid's grandmother might actually be a Valkyrie; she's still waiting for her to come clean.

You can visit Ingrid on the web at www.ingridepaulson.com

Twitter: @ingridepaulson

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Valkyrie-Rising/315283571847266

http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5322924.Ingrid_Paulson

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Fall Into Fantasy Giveaway Hop

One of my most favorite places to be is lost in a fantasy book.  I love the adventure and getting attached to the characters.  

When you "land" here on this stop of the hop you can win an ebook of your choice from Amazon or a book from the Book Depository up to $10.  

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The Reluctant Bachelorette

The Reluctant Bachelorette by Rachael Anderson
Unknowingly cast as the bachelorette for her town’s charity event, Taycee Emerson wants out. Especially when she discovers her old teenage crush, Luke Carney, is one of the bachelors and it's up to the viewers--not her--to decide which bachelors stay or go.

Coerced into participating, Taycee does what any self-preserving girl would do. She launches a subtle attack on Luke’s good name with the hope of getting him voted off the show. Unfortunately, Luke's an eye-for-an-eye kind of guy, and when he discovers what she's up to, it means revenge.

But when their pranks go south, will they screw up any chance they have at a future together, or will they be able to forgive and forget and prove that love really does conquer all?

Excerpt:

Taycee’s fingers clenched around her napkin encased utensils. She’d had enough—of everyone. The gratitude. The expectations. The accusations. The taunting. Not even curly fries were worth this. She shoved her
chair back and stood. “You know what, Luke? You’re just as cocky as you were back in high school. And for the record, you’re the last person in the world I’d ever want to date. As far as I’m concerned, the sooner you get voted off, the better.”
     With that, Taycee turned on her heel and ran straight into a guy carrying a plate of ketchup coated French fries. 

My Thoughts:

Most of us remember that childhood crush.  That unrequited love we had for a friend's older sibling or an older sibling's friend.  I know I had one or four.  I've even been able to stay in touch with one or two to see how they've grown & changed.  

Taycee is still crushing on Luke, her big brother's best friend from high school.  Like Taycee, I have a huge problem with change.  It's freaking scary!!  And just like Taycee I have come to see how much change is needed, to grow and have new experiences.  I related to Taycee in a hundred different ways.  She's sentimental and fiercely protective over what she loves.  Her world is incomplete with out Luke, but comes completely undone when he moves back to their hometown!  I loved how they teased and tested each other as their relationship grew from childhood infatuation on her part to well...you'll have to read to find out.  It's so worth it!  This story is filled with laugh out loud moments and some pretty good pranks.  Luke is just DE-LICIOUS!!  It was so interesting to see how Taycee & Luke remembered the same past in two entirely different ways.  This book is a fantastic, light read. There was no bad language and very little, if any, sexual content.  

About the Author:
Rachael Anderson is the author of four contemporary romances: Divinely Designed, Luck of the Draw, Minor Adjustments, and The Reluctant Bachelorette. She's the mother of four, can't sing, doesn't dance, and despises tragedies. But she recently figured out how yeast works and can now make homemade bread, which she is really good at eating. 

Links:
FB fan page:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rachael-Anderson/174521852685105
Website:
http://rachaelreneeanderson.blogspot.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/rachaelreneeand
Goodreads:
http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3229576.Rachael_Renee_Anderson
Amazon author page:
http://www.amazon.com/Rachael-Renee-Anderson/e/B003357K70/ 

Ebook Buy Link:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0096T6IQQ/

Paperback Buy Link:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/1479269670/

Tour Giveaway (shared rafflecopter for entry) - October 1st to 31st:
-Grand Prize
    Print copy of The Reluctant Bachelorette (Ebook for International winner)
    $15 Amazon Gift Card
    Copy of the DVD Sneakers (US only)
-Print copy of The Reluctant Bachelorette
-3 Kindle Ebook Copy of The Reluctant Bachelorette

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Happily Ever After Hop

Who doesn't love a happy ending?  I am enthralled with all the retelling of old fairy tales.  It amazes me how authors can give such fresh outlooks to old stories.  

For my Happy Ending on the hop I'm giving away all 3 ebooks in the My Merlin series.

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The Reluctant Bachelorette Book Blast

This Book Blast brought to you by I am a Reader, Not a Writer.

Book Blasts & Blog Tours 

The Reluctant Bachelorette by Rachael Anderson

Unknowingly cast as the bachelorette for her town’s charity event, Taycee Emerson wants out. Especially when she discovers her old teenage crush, Luke Carney, is one of the bachelors and it's up to the viewers--not her--to decide which bachelors stay or go.

Coerced into participating, Taycee does what any self-preserving girl would do. She launches a subtle attack on Luke’s good name with the hope of getting him voted off the show. Unfortunately, Luke's an eye-for-an-eye kind of guy, and when he discovers what she's up to, it means revenge.

But when their pranks go south, will they screw up any chance they have at a future together, or will they be able to forgive and forget and prove that love really does conquer all?

About the Author:
Rachael Anderson is the author of four contemporary romances: Divinely Designed, Luck of the Draw, Minor Adjustments, and The Reluctant Bachelorette. She's the mother of four, can't sing, doesn't dance, and despises tragedies. But she recently figured out how yeast works and can now make homemade bread, which she is really good at eating.





Links:
FB fan page:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Rachael-Anderson/174521852685105
Website:
http://rachaelreneeanderson.blogspot.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/rachaelreneeand
Goodreads:
http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/3229576.Rachael_Renee_Anderson
Amazon author page:
http://www.amazon.com/Rachael-Renee-Anderson/e/B003357K70/

http://iamareadernotawriter.blogspot.com/p/blog-tour.html

The Reluctant Bachelorette Blog Tour - October 2012

Giveaway Details:
$50 Amazon Gift Code compliments of Author Rachael Renee Anderson
Ends 10/31/12

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Fangs, Fur & Fey Giveaway Hop

I am beyond excited about this hop!!  I love anything Fey!!  If I could live in any book world, I'd be in Julia Kagawa's Iron Fey series.  

So for my stop on this adventure I'm offering one LUCKY winner their choice of any Fey book in ebook or paperback form.  I'll even pre-order the ebook of Julia Kagawa's The Lost Prince.  

For my review click here
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Cover Reveal & Giveaway: Jenny Plague-Bringer

*Cover by PhatPuppy Art ( http://phatpuppyart.com/ )*

Book Details:

Jenny Plague-Bringer (The Paranormals #4) by J.L. Bryan

Expected Pub: 10/23/2012

Jenny has enjoyed a year of quiet seclusion, but her peace is about to be shattered by two new paranormals who are searching for her. Their intentions are unknown. The timing couldn’t be worse, because Jenny can’t use her pox without risking the life of the baby growing inside her…

Jenny Pox is FREE here:
FREE on: Amazon | Apple | Smashwords | Sony | $2.99 on Nook

J.L. Bryan links:

·        Website

·        Blog

·        Twitter

·        Facebook

·        Goodreads

Author Bio:

J.L. Bryan studied English literature at the University of Georgia and at Oxford, with a focus on English Renaissance and Romantic literature. He also studied screenwriting at UCLA. He lives in Atlanta with his wife Christina, dogs Violet and Tiger Lily, and cats Shadow and Sue.  Amazon US Author Profile  •  Amazon UK Author Profile

Giveaway:

• First three books in the Paranormals series *autographed*
• *open to entries from the US, Canada, and the UK!*
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