Read Pink 2014 with Penguin Random House

As some of you know, my mother died of breast cancer, and a maternal cousin and my stepmother are breast cancer survivors. So while I avoid, when I can, books with cancer as part of the story, I am all for sharing and promoting both awareness and research. Therefore I'm sharing this news release with you today, with some tweaks by me.

What’s black and white and pink all over? The initiative by Penguin Random House called Read Pink® in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October)!

Bea & Jax Review Broken Soul by Faith Hunter

Publisher: Roc
Series: Jane Yellowrock #8
Format Read: paperback
Source: the publisher in exchange for an honest review
Release Date: October 7, 2014
Buying Links: Amazon* | Book Depository* | Barnes & Noble | 
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Blurb from goodreads:

Jane Yellowrock is a vampire killer for hire—but other creatures of the night still need to watch their backs....

When the Master of the city of New Orleans asks Jane to improve security for a future visit from a delegation of European vampires, she names an exorbitant price—and Leo is willing to pay. That’s because the European vamps want Leo’s territory, and he knows that he needs Jane to prevent a total bloodbath. Leo, however, doesn’t mention how this new job will change Jane’s life or the danger it will bring her and her team.

Jane has more to worry about than some greedy vampires. There’s a vicious creature stalking the streets of New Orleans, and its agenda seems to be ripping Leo and her to pieces. Now Jane just has to figure out how to kill something she can’t even see….

Quote-Tastic #57 When Men Were Worth Marrying

Join us every Monday and share a favorite quote that's grabbed you for one reason or another. Everyone's welcome to join in - authors, bloggers, readers. The more the merrier! Just grab the button and put up your post :) Don't have a blog? No worries, just leave your favorites in the comment section.  Quote-tastic is hosted by Herding Cats & Burning Soup.

This quote is from The Little Things by Moira Rogers. It's a paranormal romance with werewolves, lots and lots of werewolves. Have I mentioned lately that I love werewolves? :D The quote is pretty hot too. :)

"I have a different question. What's a courting gift?"

Gavin rubbed his hands over his face. "Let's sit over here." He led the boy to the bench in the hallway and sat. "A courting gift is something you give someone you want to spend more time with, or maybe marry. Like the darkroom for Sam."

"So the darkroom is a courting gift? Mom said it was and Dad said no one gives people courting gifts anymore and Mom said they did back when men were worth marrying."

Sunday Book Share #108

 

 I'm participating in The Sunday Post, hosted by The Caffeinated Book Reviewer; Showcase Sunday hosted by Books, Biscuits and Tea; Stacking the Shelves, hosted by Tynga's Reviews; Bought Borrowed and Bagged, hosted by TalkSupe; and Library Loot co-hosted by The Captive Reader and Silly Little Mischief. All of these memes are about sharing the print and digital books received and/or posts and events on the blog.

I am a bad, bad blogger. I was filling out a form and realized that I had once again missed my blog's birthday. I think one year I remembered. :D The blog turned 4 at the beginning of the month. Four years, hard to believe. Once I have a job, I'll do some sort of giveaway to celebrate. On the job front, I had several interviews and I'm feeling good about them.

Live Chat with Author Leslie Meier Oct. 2nd

BookTrib is having another chat, this time with cozy mystery author Leslie Meier. Join them on Thursday October 2nd at 4PM EST. Meier's book, "French Pastry Murder",  is releasing on September 30th. If you happen to live in Massachusetts, Ms. Meier will at the Dennis Public Library during the chat.

 
They will be giving away two amazing gift boxes full of Parisian themed kitchen products. Check out the image below to see the goodies!

To RSVP, submit a question, or get more info, click here.

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Candid Covers!

AUTHORS! 

Do you self-publish? Want some feedback on potential covers?

Candid Covers is now officially taking author submissions for feedback. Each cover will get 48 hours in the group and the author will be invited. After their time slot is over we will remove the author and delete the cover thread and post the next cover.

I am one of about 20 bloggers and readers who will offer their honest critiques of your potential cover.

See the link below for more information.

The doors have been opened!

http://devilinthedetailsediting.blogspot.com/2014/09/for-authors-candid-covers-free-private.html

EXCERPT & SPOTLIGHT: Treasure Coast by Tom Kakonis

Launched in September, Brash Books is the brainchild of Lee Goldberg, author of more than 40 books including the bestselling Fox & O’Hare series with Janet Evanovich, and Joel Goldman, author of the hugely successful and award-winning Lou Mason, Jack David, and Alex Stone series. Lee and Joel decided to do something never done before—publish the best mysteries, police procedurals, thrillers, and spy novels of the last 30 years—as well as innovative new titles that will be the among the best of the next 30 years. 

In other words, Brash Books publishes the best crime novels in existence. Their roster features an unparalleled list of highly acclaimed Edgar, Shamus, Anthony and National Book Award-winning or nominated titles.