Category Archives: Bookish Chatter

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 →

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 →

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 →

It’s just a little over a month away: the event book bloggers, authors, & publishers all look forward to! Book Expo America! One of the most important things about BEA is not the free galleys but the networking!  I’ve made … Continue reading →

  TRANSCRIPTION OF CARTER ROSS PRESS CONFERENCE DATE: APRIL 8, 2011 PLACE: ROBERT TREAT HOTEL, NEWARK, N.J. ERIN MITCHELL: Thank you for coming everyone, especially on such short notice. I’m Erin Mitchell and I’ve been retained by Carter Ross as … Continue reading →

Earlier today, I reviewed Inkblot by Margaret Peot.  I’m excited to announce that I have one copy of this book to give away to one reader.  This contest is open to US & Canadian residents only.  To enter the contest, … Continue reading →

Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the J-Crew! 

Earlier today, I reviewed The Chaos by Rachel Ward. Thanks to Scholastic, I have two copies of this book to give away.  To enter, please fill out the form below.  The winners will be notified via email on Tuesday, March … Continue reading →

Earlier today on Twitter, I brought up a common theme in publishing that I dislike tremendously: comparing a “bestselling” novel to another book with only minimal similarities.  This has been evidenced by the constant “For fans of the Twilight saga…” … Continue reading →

Yesterday, I reviewed Satori by Don Winslow. Today, I’m excited to offer a giveaway for an unread Advanced Reader Copy (ARC) of this book.  To enter, please fill out the form below.  The winner will be contacted by email on … Continue reading →