Gifts for Readers

by admin on March 11, 2010 · 0 comments

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Want to splurge on something for yourself or a gift for a fellow reader? Check out some of these unique finds from independent artists.

Reading is Sexy Tee Shirt

Reading is Sexy TeeWho can resist this adorable pink retro confection? Comes in a bunch of different colors and at $14.95 is a steal. Get it from BuyOlympia.com.


Book Lovers Print

book lovers never go to bed alone printThis cute tongue-in-cheek print adds a pop of color to any reader’s abode. Buy this 5×7 print from Etsy for $5.


Personalized Bookplates

These gorgeous personalized bookplates have a stylized peony design. They’re hand stamped and heat embossed with a self-adhesive backing. Only $6 for eight plates, buy at Etsy.
Peony Bookplate

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March Giveaways

by admin on March 10, 2010 · 0 comments

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Here are a few interesting giveaways for March from authors I enjoy reading. Good luck!

Home in Carolina Book CoverWith three new Sweet Magnolias books from Sherryl Woods hitting stores beginning with HOME IN CAROLINA in April, one lucky winner can win a signed set of the first four titles in the series (STEALING HOME, A SLICE OF HEAVEN, FEELS LIKE FAMILY and WELCOME TO SERENITY), along with a $25 gift card for Borders so they can purchase the latest releases.

Enter the contest at http://www.sherrylwoods.com

The Dead Travel Fast coverHistorical mystery author Deanna Raybourn is offering TWO lucky winners a $25 gift card to either Barnes & Noble or Amazon.com, which will allow the winners to buy THE DEAD TRAVEL FAST and another book or two.

RITA-winner Deanna Raybourn thrilled and intrigued readers with the Lady Julia Grey Victorian mystery series. For March, Deanna introduces Theodora Lestrange, a strong, inquisitive British heroine in THE DEAD TRAVEL FAST (MIRA Books), an historical mystery with some teeth.

You can find her contest at http://www.deannaraybourn.com

Macys Gift CardLouisa Edwards Coaxes Romance Readers Back Into The Kitchen with a Sneak Peek at her New Recipe for Love Novel . . . and a Collectible ON THE STEAMY SIDE Macy’s Gift Card!

One lucky reader will be primed to read Louisa Edwards’ new Recipe for Love novel: ON THE STEAMY SIDE (St. Martin’s Paperbacks, March 2010)—thanks to a March contest prize that includes an autographed copy of Book 1, CAN’T STAND THE HEAT, and a collectible ON THE STEAMY SIDE $50 Macy’s Gift Card. Yes, spring promises to be the season for culinary romance lovers!

Visit her site to enter the contest – http://www.louisaedwards.com

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Save the Contemporary

by admin on March 6, 2010 · 0 comments

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Something About YouJoin the Save the Contemporary campaign and find a great new book to read. The current featured book in the campaign is Something About You by Julie James. I’m always up for a good contemporary romance. Some of my favorite authors are Kristan Higgins, Rachel Gibson and my new discovery, Louisa Edwards. So, you can help save the contemporary genre and have a chance to win books, an iTouch, or wine. Click here for more information on how to spread the word and win.

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Printable Bookmarks

by Shanna on July 30, 2009 · 0 comments

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Get some cute printable bookmarks from Sharon Rowan. These are fun and colorful bookmarks that you can print on your own printer.

Sharon Rowan Bookmarks

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Summer Book Recommendations

by admin on July 10, 2009 · 0 comments

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Looking for some great summer reads?

NPR has some great recommendations from independent booksellers that might spark your interest.

Here are some of my recommendations for your pool or beach reading (links are at the bottom):

Bending the Rules by Susan Anderson – light contemporary with a touch of suspense

Burn by Linda Howard – The queen of romantic suspense turns the temperature up a notch

The Beach House by Jane Green – For some reason I love to read about summers on the east coast. No one does family drama like Jane Green.

One Reckless Summer by Toni Blake – This one is on my TBR list. You can’t beat a summer homecoming novel for pure nostalgia.

Breaking Loose by Tara Janzen – Another fantastic romantic suspense author who will take you on an exciting ride.

Shanghai Girls by Lisa See – Shanghai of the 1930’s and two glamorous sisters who struggle to establish a new life in America.

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