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Giveaway: The Stranger You Seek by Amanda Kyle Williams

Thanks to a pretty spectacular donor, I have a signed advanced review copy (ARC) of The Stranger You Seek to give away to one lucky winner!  To enter, please fill out the form below.  The winner will be notified on … Continue reading

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Special eBook Promo: Agoraphobics in Love by Lisa Tucker

I discovered Lisa Tucker’s writing a few years ago when I reviewed her book, The Promised World, a stunningly thrilling family drama. I became an instant fan of her work. When I heard of Lisa’s most recent work, a short story … Continue reading

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Happy Paperback Release to The Improper Life of Bezellia Grove by Susan Gregg Gilmore!

Last year, I had the honor of reviewing Susan Gregg Gilmore’s book, The Improper Life of Bezellia Grove. When I was contacted by her publicist to help celebrate the paperback release of the book, I couldn’t say no. Here’s the … Continue reading

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Top Ten Reasons I May Block You on Twitter

 In the midst of writing a social media policy, I started compiling a list of reasons I block users on twitter. I do not auto-follow; I take a look at the tweet stream/account of each and every individual who follows me … Continue reading

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Guest Post: The Power of the Community

Today I’m pleased to welcome Dana Kaye, Independent Book Publicist.  I’ve worked with Dana in her role as a publicist for a while now. She’s passionate about her work and one of her biggest strengths: She “gets” readers.  When she … Continue reading

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Welcome BEA Attendees!

This post is intended to serve as a welcome or intro to me for those authors, publicists, bloggers, etc whom I met while at a BEA (Book Expo America) last week. This is a sticky post. Just scroll down to … Continue reading

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A Week of Wondrous Activities at One More Page Books & More!

As you know, I pretty much spend all my free time at One More Page Books & More. With the activities planned this week, I’m contemplating camping out in the parking garage.  Store-owner Eileen has joked about bunk beds in … Continue reading

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Love vs. Hate: Book Characters You Love to Hate

Every reader has experienced an occasion in which they are reading a book, loving it, but can’t stand the character(s). If you don’t like a character, does it change the way you feel about the book? Cause you to close … Continue reading

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Giveaway: They’re Watching by Gregg Hurwitz

Nearly a year ago, I proclaimed my love of all things Gregg Hurwitz in this Waiting on Wednesday post, specifically for his newest release, They’re Watching.  Now, a year later, this fantastical piece of suspense fiction is out in paperback. … Continue reading

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Giveaway: Nature Squad-Bluebird Finds A Home by Ryan Jacobson

Earlier today, I reviewed the adorable picture book, Bluebird Finds A Home. Thanks to the publisher, I have a wonderful giveaway to offer! The winner will receive an autographed copy of Bluebird Finds a Home, plus an original pencil drawing … Continue reading

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