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Remember Our #Military This Memorial Day

It’s hard to believe it’s almost Memorial Day, the traditional start of the summer season for so many. But if you don’t already, take a moment to remember why this is Memorial Day while your embracing Life, enjoying Liberty and Pursuing Happiness.

Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. Freedom. We would not have it except for the sacrifices of our military men, women and their families. So this weekend, take a moment to take part in services honoring our fallen, wounded and those who currently serve. Buy a red poppy from a vet and display it proudly. Visit a military cemetery and leave flowers or a flag or just take a moment to say a prayer for those that have fallen or for the safety of those that still serve.

If you’re one of the people who have so kindly contributed to my project for HOPE FOR THE WARRIORS, display your pin or tote bag (I just sent out a batch yesterday so you should have them soon!).

Thank you all for being here with me and may you all have a nice Memorial Day.

Memorial Day Home of the Free Because of the Brave

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Vampire Romance to Die For Tour Winners!

Last week, six authors who met at the Romantic Times Convention for the Name That Vampire game panel continued their celebration of vampire romance with a six-day tour. And many of you came along for the ride. In fact, across the six days’ worth of posts, we had 493 comments! That is SO awesome and we couldn’t thank you enough for all the fun vampire conversation we had with you last week. Now, we have one last bit of fun to share: THE WINNERS!

BOOK WINNERS:
Joyee’s Maverick Danker goes to Sophia Rose

Laura’s Seduced by the Vampire King goes to VanessaN

Lisa’s Night Walker goes to Colleen (greenshamrock)

Laurie’s Tempted by Blood goes to Catherine Lee

Caridad’s The Vampire’s Consort goes to SheriV!

Elisabeth’s King of Darkness goes to Michelle Bledsoe!

 

AND NOW, FOR THE GRAND PRIZE WINNER OF A $60 AMAZON OR B&N GIFT CARD…

CONGRATULATIONS TO flchen1!!!!!

From your comment at Lisa Kessler’s blog!

CONGRATULATIONS EVERYONE!

Winners, we’ll be in touch by email soon! Thanks again to everyone for participating! We hope you’ll check out our books and enjoy!

Joyee, Laura, Lisa, Laurie, Caridad & Elisabeth

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Horror, Paranormal and Fantasy: What’s Hot and What’s Not? #Giveaway

I try to mix up my conferences from year to year so that I can meet new people and experience different things, although my Liberty States Fiction Writers Conference is a mainstay, especially now that it’s added a readers’ track! I just loved hanging with you guys and getting to know you better. If you’re in the NY/NJ/PA area or close by, mark March 16, 2013 on your calendars for next year’s conference!

One of the new venues I’m trying is the Philadelphia Writers’ Conference. I’ll be presenting my workshop on Horror, Paranormal and Fantasy there and have been busy updating it, but I’d like your help to do that.

So if you can, take the time to answer one or more of these questions in the comments section! One lucky person who does so will receive a copy of one of my e-books as my way of saying thanks! Here goes:

If you read horror, name one or two favorites?
Do you like horror that is gory or do you prefer psychological horror?

Have you read a YA paranormal in the last six months?
Do you think vampires are overdone or do you still love vampire stories?

Do you prefer that your urban fantasy story have a romance?
Do you like alpha females in your urban fantasy stories?

Have you read a straight fantasy novel in the last six months?
Who are some of your favorite fantasy authors?

Thanks so much for helping out with this!

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Manic Monday, #Giveaway & Some Amazing #ManCandy!

It’s a wet, dreary and depressing Monday, but I hope I can get you up and going with this little video to get you feeling better! But first:

Join me today at Froggarita’s Bookcase for an interview and giveaway! Also visit with me at the Forever Romance Summer Book Club which kicks off with a behind-the-scenes look at the SIN HUNTER mythology in THE CLAIMED and an 8 pm chat with me, hosted by the wonderful Cynthia Garner.

But now, if this Man Candy from Down Under doesn’t put a smile on your face, I don’t know what will! These Aussie footballers are stunning, but you’ll have to wait a minute or two until you can truly enjoy them. My favorite was John, how about you? He could be my Christopher any day!

And those accents. YUMMY! If you can’t see the video below, you can click here!

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#Vampire Blog Hop Day 5 & Some Upcoming Visits!

It’s FRIDAY!! Yeah for FRIDAY!! I’m looking forward to a weekend of writing and a nice long stroll along the boardwalk. Plus, I’m prepping for the Summer Book Club on Monday, May 21 at 8 pm. Join me and the wonderful Cynthia Garner as we chat about all kinds of fun things! Also look for a giveaway sometime during the Facebook chat. You can join us at 8 pm EST by clicking here.

Don’t forget to join the Caridaddicts Street Team! As part of the street team you’ll get some exclusive content, swag and other goodies from time to time and help me out in spreading the word about my books and projects like the HOPE FOR OUR WARRIORS commitment.

It’s Day 5 of our Vampire Romance Blog hop! Take a moment to visit each blog over the next few days for a chance to win some awesome prizes, learn why we write vampire romance and find out more about us!

Wanna talk vampires? Wanna win vampires?? Follow along the Vampire Romance To Die For Tour all week for both!

Here’s the schedule:

Here’s what you can win:

    1) A grand tour-wide prize of a $60 amazon or B&N gift card!

    2) Each day’s blog hostess will give away one book of a vampire romance to a commenter at their blog

What are the rules?:

    1) You must comment to enter to win with your email address. Blog follows are appreciated but not required
    2) Contest is open until midnight EST Monday, May 21
    3) Winners will be announced on May 22
    4) Open to international
    5) Winners to be picked using random.org
    6) Participating authors not responsible for biting, blood loss, or swooning-related accidents
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#Vampire Blog Hop Day 4 and the Caridaddicts Street Team!

Yep, I’ve taken the plunge and now you can also and join the Caridaddicts Street Team! As part of the street team you’ll get some exclusive content, swag and other goodies from time to time and help me out in spreading the word about my books and projects like the HOPE FOR OUR WARRIORS commitment.

It’s Day 4 of our Vampire Romance Blog hop! Take a moment to visit each blog over the next few days for a chance to win some awesome prizes, learn why we write vampire romance and find out more about us!

Wanna talk vampires? Wanna win vampires?? Follow along the Vampire Romance To Die For Tour all week for both!

Here’s the schedule:

Here’s what you can win:

    1) A grand tour-wide prize of a $60 amazon or B&N gift card!

    2) Each day’s blog hostess will give away one book of a vampire romance to a commenter at their blog

What are the rules?:

    1) You must comment to enter to win with your email address. Blog follows are appreciated but not required
    2) Contest is open until midnight EST Monday, May 21
    3) Winners will be announced on May 22
    4) Open to international
    5) Winners to be picked using random.org
    6) Participating authors not responsible for biting, blood loss, or swooning-related accidents
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