| Home | My Account | Directories |
In Leah’s Wake Book Club Week: Pre-event competition
Published on 2012-04-09 22:22:36
From April 23 to 29, Terri Giuliano Long’s blog is being taken over by the readers and potential readers of In Leah’s Wake. Terri is hosting a Book Club Week to offer those who have already read the book the chance to share their thoughts and those who have yet to read the book the [...] > read more
Inspire Me Monday: April 9th – Instagram me!
Published on 2012-04-09 06:34:27
This week I discovered Instagram! I’ve only had my iPhone for a couple of months so I think I can be forgiven for not finding it sooner but now I have and I love it. You can easily change the colour tone of your pictures and find the settings that bring each individual picture to [...] > read more
Book review: Comeback Love – Peter Golden (New release)
Published on 2012-04-08 20:37:17
When I was reading some of the press material about this debut literary fiction novel from Atria Books (an imprint of Simon & Schuster), I noticed this quotation from Susan Novotny of Staff Picks Press: “If you are a boomer who fell in love in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, this book is for [...] > read more
Book review: Comeback Love – Peter Golden (New release)
Published on 2012-04-08 20:37:17
When I was reading some of the press material about this debut literary fiction novel from Atria Books (an imprint of Simon & Schuster), I noticed this quotation from Susan Novotny of Staff Picks Press: “If you are a boomer who fell in love in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, this book is for [...] > read more
5 new book releases to get excited about in 2012
Published on 2012-04-08 11:53:38
I won’t say that 2012 is an exciting time for books – it’s always an exciting time for books – but with my husband’s second novel, A World Apart, about to be released it got me thinking about the other new releases that I’m itching to see in 2012, along with their covers, descriptions and links to [...] > read more
5 new book releases to get excited about in 2012
Published on 2012-04-08 11:53:38
I won’t say that 2012 is an exciting time for books – it’s always an exciting time for books – but with my husband’s second novel, A World Apart, about to be released it got me thinking about the other new releases that I’m itching to see in 2012, along with their covers, descriptions and links to [...] > read more
Book review: The Lifeboat – Charlotte Rogan (New release)
Published on 2012-04-07 05:45:05
Review The Lifeboat - Charlotte Rogan’s debut literary fiction novel – is a very thought provoking story about a young woman who finds herself stranded in a lifeboat with several others. Set in 1914, the sinking of the Titantic is still recent enough in everyone’s minds for the survivors to realise that escaping the sinking ship [...] > read more
Book review: The Lifeboat – Charlotte Rogan (New release)
Published on 2012-04-07 05:45:05
Review The Lifeboat - Charlotte Rogan’s debut literary fiction novel – is a very thought provoking story about a young woman who finds herself stranded in a lifeboat with several others. Set in 1914, the sinking of the Titantic is still recent enough in everyone’s minds for the survivors to realise that escaping the sinking ship [...] > read more
10 Tips for Authors Who Self Publish
Published on 2012-04-05 23:15:32
There are two primary methods for authors or aspiring authors to get their books in print: find a publisher or do it yourself. Self publishing is much more affordable now than it used to be, and many people are taking that route. If you have a book completed, or nearly so–or merely have an idea [...] > read more
10 Tips for Authors Who Self Publish
Published on 2012-04-05 23:15:32
There are two primary methods for authors or aspiring authors to get their books in print: find a publisher or do it yourself. Self publishing is much more affordable now than it used to be, and many people are taking that route. If you have a book completed, or nearly so–or merely have an idea [...] > read more
Guest Post Wetting the lips: the importance of sexual tension
Published on 2012-04-04 20:06:12
I’m welcoming Amber Lea Easton to the blog today, to share a guest post on sexual tension and how to use it in your work to build up some romantic suspense. You can also read an excerpt from her new novel, Kiss Me Slowly. Wetting the lips: the importance of sexual tension Anticipation…the breath before [...] > read more
Guest Post Wetting the lips: the importance of sexual tension
Published on 2012-04-04 20:06:12
I’m welcoming Amber Lea Easton to the blog today, to share a guest post on sexual tension and how to use it in your work to build up some romantic suspense. You can also read an excerpt from her new novel, Kiss Me Slowly. Wetting the lips: the importance of sexual tension Anticipation…the breath before [...] > read more
Excerpt: Kiss Me Slowly – Amber Lea Easton
Published on 2012-04-04 19:53:21
I’m welcoming Amber Lea Easton to the blog today, to share an excerpt from her recent release, Kiss Me Slowly. You can also read her guest post on using sexual tension within your work. Excerpt He was beyond pissed at this guy’s audacity. His perpetual shadow leaned against the front of a closed dress shop, [...] > read more
Excerpt: Kiss Me Slowly – Amber Lea Easton
Published on 2012-04-04 19:53:21
I’m welcoming Amber Lea Easton to the blog today, to share an excerpt from her recent release, Kiss Me Slowly. You can also read her guest post on using sexual tension within your work. Excerpt He was beyond pissed at this guy’s audacity. His perpetual shadow leaned against the front of a closed dress shop, [...] > read more
Guest post: What makes a book a crossover? – K.B. Hoyle
Published on 2012-04-03 22:05:39
Today I’m welcoming K.B. Hoyle, author of The Six, one of the books in The Gateway Chronicles. K.B. is sharing a great guest post! What makes a book a crossover? I was asked recently in a radio interview whether or not I considered my book, The Six, to be a crossover novel. My answer was, “Yes! [...] > read more
Guest post: What makes a book a crossover? – K.B. Hoyle
Published on 2012-04-03 22:05:39
Today I’m welcoming K.B. Hoyle, author of The Six, one of the books in The Gateway Chronicles. K.B. is sharing a great guest post! What makes a book a crossover? I was asked recently in a radio interview whether or not I considered my book, The Six, to be a crossover novel. My answer was, “Yes! [...] > read more
Wordless Wednesday: Frodo the Magnificent
Published on 2012-04-03 20:00:02
Please enjoy my – almost – Wordless Wednesday post with this shot of Frodo. I discovered Instagram for the first time yesterday and Frodo proved to be a willing model as I learned how to use it! > read more
New release: Magnus Opum – Jonathan Gould (Excerpt)
Published on 2012-04-03 16:30:54
Magnus Opum by Jonathan Gould is a exciting new release and I’m delighted to welcome Jonathan Gould to the blog to share an excerpt! I’ve previously reviewed and absolutely adored Doodling and Flidderbugs, Jonathan’s earlier titles, so I’m thrilled that Magnus Opum is out and a review will be with you shortly! Excerpt: The Grompets [...] > read more
New release: Magnus Opum – Jonathan Gould (Excerpt)
Published on 2012-04-03 16:30:54
Magnus Opum by Jonathan Gould is a exciting new release and I’m delighted to welcome Jonathan Gould to the blog to share an excerpt! I’ve previously reviewed and absolutely adored Doodling and Flidderbugs, Jonathan’s earlier titles, so I’m thrilled that Magnus Opum is out and a review will be with you shortly! Excerpt: The Grompets [...] > read more
Inspire Me Monday: April 2nd – Creative cats
Published on 2012-04-01 21:12:13
Sadly, only three seemed willing to have their pictures taken but they still allowed me to ‘Create with Joy’, so thank you to The Paper Princess for the inspiration and for helping me start the week in a beautiful way! > read more
Inspire Me Monday: April 2nd – Creative cats
Published on 2012-04-01 21:12:13
Sadly, only three seemed willing to have their pictures taken but they still allowed me to ‘Create with Joy’, so thank you to The Paper Princess for the inspiration and for helping me start the week in a beautiful way! > read more
Review: Death by Petticoat – Mary M. Theobald
Published on 2012-03-31 18:45:38
I live with – am married to – a history buff, so of course a little of it rubs off. That said, I’ve always been pretty interested in history myself, especially some of the everyday details, so Death by Petticoat was an exciting book choice for me. I loved the idea of debunking some of [...] > read more
Review: Death by Petticoat – Mary M. Theobald
Published on 2012-03-31 18:45:38
I live with – am married to – a history buff, so of course a little of it rubs off. That said, I’ve always been pretty interested in history myself, especially some of the everyday details, so Death by Petticoat was an exciting book choice for me. I loved the idea of debunking some of [...] > read more
Top 10 Controversial Magazine Covers
Published on 2012-03-31 15:06:35
To think of a controversial magazine cover, you never have to look any further than the top shelf of your local newsagent. Occasionally, though, very front of mainstream publications cause upset or debate amongst the mass public in some shape or form. Throughout the history of magazine publication, such dastardly content has resulted in legal [...] > read more
Top 10 Controversial Magazine Covers
Published on 2012-03-31 15:06:35
To think of a controversial magazine cover, you never have to look any further than the top shelf of your local newsagent. Occasionally, though, very front of mainstream publications cause upset or debate amongst the mass public in some shape or form. Throughout the history of magazine publication, such dastardly content has resulted in legal [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes (back!) Xavier Axelson: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-29 17:56:27
I’m delighted to welcome Xavier Axelson to the blog today. Xavier has visited before (interview, excerpt and BlogTalkRadio show) but has kindly returned to let us know about his new book Earthly Concerns. You can also read his new interview. Excerpt How could I just go over, and if I did, would I just be stumbling back into the [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes (back!) Xavier Axelson: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-29 17:56:27
I’m delighted to welcome Xavier Axelson to the blog today. Xavier has visited before (interview, excerpt and BlogTalkRadio show) but has kindly returned to let us know about his new book Earthly Concerns. You can also read his new interview. Excerpt How could I just go over, and if I did, would I just be stumbling back into the [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes (back!) Xavier Axelson: Quick Fire Interview
Published on 2012-03-29 17:16:42
I’m delighted to welcome Xavier Axelson to the blog today. Xavier has visited before (interview, excerpt and BlogTalkRadio show) but has kindly returned to let us know about his new book Earthly Concerns. You can also read an excerpt. On writing/reading What’s your earliest memory of writing? Writing a short story inspired by an episode [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes (back!) Xavier Axelson: Quick Fire Interview
Published on 2012-03-29 17:16:42
I’m delighted to welcome Xavier Axelson to the blog today. Xavier has visited before (interview, excerpt and BlogTalkRadio show) but has kindly returned to let us know about his new book Earthly Concerns. You can also read an excerpt. On writing/reading What’s your earliest memory of writing? Writing a short story inspired by an episode [...] > read more
Top Post Thursday (#toppostthurs): March 29
Published on 2012-03-29 02:54:35
Top Post Thursday’ is your chance to share a blog post you > read more
Top Post Thursday (#toppostthurs): March 29
Published on 2012-03-29 02:54:35
Top Post Thursday’ is your chance to share a blog post you > read more
Deceptive cuteness
Published on 2012-03-29 00:30:02
Meet Bilbo. From that beautiful face you would believe that butter wouldn’t melt. In fact, for the first 6 months that he lived with us I shouted at Mr B if he ever scolded Bilbo. ‘He’s not naughty! Don’t upset him!’ I would say. Fooled by cuteness. Boy did I learn… He is naughty. He [...] > read more
Deceptive cuteness
Published on 2012-03-29 00:30:02
Meet Bilbo. From that beautiful face you would believe that butter wouldn’t melt. In fact, for the first 6 months that he lived with us I shouted at Mr B if he ever scolded Bilbo. ‘He’s not naughty! Don’t upset him!’ I would say. Fooled by cuteness. Boy did I learn… He is naughty. He [...] > read more
Let’s talk about sex, baby – Belated Happy Birthday, Erica Jong!
Published on 2012-03-28 18:32:48
Fear of Flying. Venus in Furs. The Story of O. All books I read in my early twenties that broadened my horizons and showed me that sex could be written about beautifully. And I understand that this week was Erica Jong’s birthday so I wanted to say a belated ‘Happy Birthday!’ Here’s a few things I’ve concluded [...] > read more
Let’s talk about sex, baby – Belated Happy Birthday, Erica Jong!
Published on 2012-03-28 18:32:48
Fear of Flying. Venus in Furs. The Story of O. All books I read in my early twenties that broadened my horizons and showed me that sex could be written about beautifully. And I understand that this week was Erica Jong’s birthday so I wanted to say a belated ‘Happy Birthday!’ Here’s a few things I’ve concluded [...] > read more
Inspire Me Monday: March 26 – Don’t bury your heart under media dirt…
Published on 2012-03-26 19:38:44
This week I have been inspired by an amazing book called The Other Hand by Chris Cleave. I am often greatly angered by the attitude towards refugees in the United Kingdom. I passionately believe that the media plays a huge role in the gradual but determined erosion of our sympathies and understanding. Stories like this do [...] > read more
Inspire Me Monday: March 26 – Don’t bury your heart under media dirt…
Published on 2012-03-26 19:38:44
This week I have been inspired by an amazing book called The Other Hand by Chris Cleave. I am often greatly angered by the attitude towards refugees in the United Kingdom. I passionately believe that the media plays a huge role in the gradual but determined erosion of our sympathies and understanding. Stories like this do [...] > read more
Review: Crossroads Road – Jeff Kay
Published on 2012-03-25 23:11:33
Crossroads Road by Jeff Kay is the very funny tale of what happens when the answer to all your hopes turns out to be the key to a whole new set of problems. Imagine you’re desperate to start again, to break away from the humdrum banality of life and enjoy a quieter existence. Imagine a [...] > read more
Review: Crossroads Road – Jeff Kay
Published on 2012-03-25 23:11:33
Crossroads Road by Jeff Kay is the very funny tale of what happens when the answer to all your hopes turns out to be the key to a whole new set of problems. Imagine you’re desperate to start again, to break away from the humdrum banality of life and enjoy a quieter existence. Imagine a [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Peter Leonard: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-24 22:28:11
Today I’m delighted to welcome Peter Leonard to the blog. Peter is on a book tour with Partners in Crime and is here today to share an excerpt from his novel, Voices of the Dead. You can also read my review of Voices of the Dead. Excerpt Hess found out the woman lived on P [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Peter Leonard: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-24 22:28:11
Today I’m delighted to welcome Peter Leonard to the blog. Peter is on a book tour with Partners in Crime and is here today to share an excerpt from his novel, Voices of the Dead. You can also read my review of Voices of the Dead. Excerpt Hess found out the woman lived on P [...] > read more
Review: Voices of the Dead – Peter Leonard
Published on 2012-03-24 22:10:13
Voices of the Dead takes some brave steps into a difficult period of history and actually sees the book focus on two periods of time: both the Second World War and the 1970s. As a child, Harry was sent to Dachau. He managed to escape but lost so many of those he loved and his [...] > read more
Review: Voices of the Dead – Peter Leonard
Published on 2012-03-24 22:10:13
Voices of the Dead takes some brave steps into a difficult period of history and actually sees the book focus on two periods of time: both the Second World War and the 1970s. As a child, Harry was sent to Dachau. He managed to escape but lost so many of those he loved and his [...] > read more
Book blitz: Sexual Selection – Natacha Merritt (18+!)
Published on 2012-03-23 19:15:44
**Please note** This post is suitable for 18+ only NATACHA MERRITT RETURNS WITH NEW PHOTO BOOK SEXUAL SELECTION due May 2012 “Her eerily intimate depictions of fucking and sucking transcend smut. Even literate smut.” Rolling Stone (about Digital-Diaries, 2000) “The juxtapositions are exceptional… Of course I like the real people having sex, and to put [...] > read more
Book blitz: Sexual Selection – Natacha Merritt (18+!)
Published on 2012-03-23 19:15:44
**Please note** This post is suitable for 18+ only NATACHA MERRITT RETURNS WITH NEW PHOTO BOOK SEXUAL SELECTION due May 2012 “Her eerily intimate depictions of fucking and sucking transcend smut. Even literate smut.” Rolling Stone (about Digital-Diaries, 2000) “The juxtapositions are exceptional… Of course I like the real people having sex, and to put [...] > read more
Double-take Tales gets a new cover – plus it’s a big fat *ZIP!* on Amazon
Published on 2012-03-23 11:49:52
Well, I don’t talk about the book on the blog that often because the blog has always been about me discovering the work of others. However, it’s a special day today so I wanted to share it. Thanks to the wonderfully talented Renee Barratt at The Cover Counts, I have a beautiful new cover. Renee [...] > read more
Double-take Tales gets a new cover – plus it’s a big fat *ZIP!* on Amazon
Published on 2012-03-23 11:49:52
Well, I don’t talk about the book on the blog that often because the blog has always been about me discovering the work of others. However, it’s a special day today so I wanted to share it. Thanks to the wonderfully talented Renee Barratt at The Cover Counts, I have a beautiful new cover. Renee [...] > read more
Review: The Auschwitz Violin – Maria Àngels Anglada
Published on 2012-03-22 20:07:54
When I was at school I read I Am David and it is a book that has stayed with me for years. I bought a copy as an adult and read it again – to me, it was just as moving despite my extra years. Perhaps even because of them. I have a feeling that [...] > read more
Review: The Auschwitz Violin – Maria Àngels Anglada
Published on 2012-03-22 20:07:54
When I was at school I read I Am David and it is a book that has stayed with me for years. I bought a copy as an adult and read it again – to me, it was just as moving despite my extra years. Perhaps even because of them. I have a feeling that [...] > read more
Review: The Sable City – M. Edward McNally
Published on 2012-03-22 18:36:13
I usually approach any series of novels with enthusiasm and anxiety. I know that if the opening instalment is good then the chances are I will be a dutiful servant to every sequel that follows. I wasn’t sure what to expect with McNally’s The Sable City, the first in The Norothian Cycle series. Showered with glowing reviews I [...] > read more
Review: The Sable City – M. Edward McNally
Published on 2012-03-22 18:36:13
I usually approach any series of novels with enthusiasm and anxiety. I know that if the opening instalment is good then the chances are I will be a dutiful servant to every sequel that follows. I wasn’t sure what to expect with McNally’s The Sable City, the first in The Norothian Cycle series. Showered with glowing reviews I [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes M. Edward McNally: Interview
Published on 2012-03-22 17:56:27
Where were you born? Raleigh, NC. What did you want to be when you grew up? Dog catcher (I didn’t know what happened to the dogs after they were caught). Other than author, what jobs have you had? Yikes. Fast food, dishwasher, bartender, stripper (not that kind), bean walker, rock picker, shoe salesman, zoo keeper, [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes M. Edward McNally: Interview
Published on 2012-03-22 17:56:27
Where were you born? Raleigh, NC. What did you want to be when you grew up? Dog catcher (I didn’t know what happened to the dogs after they were caught). Other than author, what jobs have you had? Yikes. Fast food, dishwasher, bartender, stripper (not that kind), bean walker, rock picker, shoe salesman, zoo keeper, [...] > read more
Review: The Fall – Claire McGowan
Published on 2012-03-20 17:06:08
The Fall is the debut novel from Claire McGowan and tells the story of a murder investigation and journey to trial from the point of view of three characters: the wife-to-be of the accused (Charlotte), the girlfriend of an unsavoury man who happened to be in the same location as the victim and accused on [...] > read more
Review: The Fall – Claire McGowan
Published on 2012-03-20 17:06:08
The Fall is the debut novel from Claire McGowan and tells the story of a murder investigation and journey to trial from the point of view of three characters: the wife-to-be of the accused (Charlotte), the girlfriend of an unsavoury man who happened to be in the same location as the victim and accused on [...] > read more
Cover showcase: Chasing Destiny (Linda Eble Swain)
Published on 2012-03-20 16:05:10
Who designed this cover? Rose Marie Olson Describe how this cover came about When Rose and I were discussing the elements of the novel. The sword, the full moon, the Liger . . . all that were primary elements to the novel, it all fell into place rather easily. What emotions/thoughts do you hope your [...] > read more
Cover showcase: Chasing Destiny (Linda Eble Swain)
Published on 2012-03-20 16:05:10
Who designed this cover? Rose Marie Olson Describe how this cover came about When Rose and I were discussing the elements of the novel. The sword, the full moon, the Liger . . . all that were primary elements to the novel, it all fell into place rather easily. What emotions/thoughts do you hope your [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Linda Eble Swain: Interview
Published on 2012-03-20 12:31:04
Where were you born? Toledo, Ohio. What did you want to be when you grew up? I would have to say taller – being over 60 I’m starting to shrink! Other than author, what jobs have you had? Oh gosh, I’ve been a bartender, sold music videos, read Tarot cards, been a Phlebotomist as well [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Linda Eble Swain: Interview
Published on 2012-03-20 12:31:04
Where were you born? Toledo, Ohio. What did you want to be when you grew up? I would have to say taller – being over 60 I’m starting to shrink! Other than author, what jobs have you had? Oh gosh, I’ve been a bartender, sold music videos, read Tarot cards, been a Phlebotomist as well [...] > read more
Character interview: Honorio Fuentes – “Jasmine: Energy Book 1″
Published on 2012-03-19 16:48:56
In the world of books, the characters can be just as important – if not more so? – than the creator. Therefore, I’m welcoming characters to Book Bags and Cat Naps to introduce themselves, spill the beans about their makers and tell us what lies ahead… Today I’m welcoming Honorio Fuentes – from Sabrina Sumsion’s [...] > read more
Character interview: Honorio Fuentes – “Jasmine: Energy Book 1″
Published on 2012-03-19 16:48:56
In the world of books, the characters can be just as important – if not more so? – than the creator. Therefore, I’m welcoming characters to Book Bags and Cat Naps to introduce themselves, spill the beans about their makers and tell us what lies ahead… Today I’m welcoming Honorio Fuentes – from Sabrina Sumsion’s [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Kathy Bennett: Interview
Published on 2012-03-19 12:55:04
Where were you born? California. What did you want to be when you grew up? A police officer. Other than author, what jobs have you had? Police officer, civilian employee for the police department, wife and mother, animal herder, chief cook and bottle-washer. About Kathy’s writing How did you come to write A Dozen Deadly [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Kathy Bennett: Interview
Published on 2012-03-19 12:55:04
Where were you born? California. What did you want to be when you grew up? A police officer. Other than author, what jobs have you had? Police officer, civilian employee for the police department, wife and mother, animal herder, chief cook and bottle-washer. About Kathy’s writing How did you come to write A Dozen Deadly [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Mayra Calvani: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-18 19:36:41
Today I’m delighted to welcome Mayra Calvani to the blog. Mayra is on a book blitz with Bewitching Book Tours and is promoting The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing, written with co-author Anne K. Edwards. To read more about The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing, including my review (eek – don’t I feel under [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Mayra Calvani: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-18 19:36:41
Today I’m delighted to welcome Mayra Calvani to the blog. Mayra is on a book blitz with Bewitching Book Tours and is promoting The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing, written with co-author Anne K. Edwards. To read more about The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing, including my review (eek – don’t I feel under [...] > read more
Review: The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing – Mayra Calvani and Anne K. Edwards
Published on 2012-03-18 18:20:29
It’s never as glamorous as it sounds. That’s the golden rule when it comes to so many things and reviewing is one of them. I’ve been reviewing for several years now (first books, then games, then back to books) and it’s many things: hard work, sometimes stressful, sometimes rewarding. Glamorous? Only if you have a [...] > read more
Review: The Slippery Art of Book Reviewing – Mayra Calvani and Anne K. Edwards
Published on 2012-03-18 18:20:29
It’s never as glamorous as it sounds. That’s the golden rule when it comes to so many things and reviewing is one of them. I’ve been reviewing for several years now (first books, then games, then back to books) and it’s many things: hard work, sometimes stressful, sometimes rewarding. Glamorous? Only if you have a [...] > read more
Review: Undeniably Yours – Shannon Stacey
Published on 2012-03-18 15:25:03
Undeniably Yours is a sweet and sexy tale of a sports bar owner who finds his days as a Lothario/Cassanova/general stud are brought to a swift demise after an unintended one night stand. And when I say unintended, I mean Kevin Kowalski hoped it would be the start of a lot more – but Beth [...] > read more
Review: Undeniably Yours – Shannon Stacey
Published on 2012-03-18 15:25:03
Undeniably Yours is a sweet and sexy tale of a sports bar owner who finds his days as a Lothario/Cassanova/general stud are brought to a swift demise after an unintended one night stand. And when I say unintended, I mean Kevin Kowalski hoped it would be the start of a lot more – but Beth [...] > read more
February reviews – a sum up and a chance to bag a $20 GC
Published on 2012-03-18 13:50:06
Below is a list of the reviews featured on Book Bags and Cat Naps in February. How to enter the competition… Readers Leave a comment saying which review or book is your favourite and why or let us know if you bought any of these books after reading a review OR… Reviewers… If you’ve reviewed [...] > read more
February reviews – a sum up and a chance to bag a $20 GC
Published on 2012-03-18 13:50:06
Below is a list of the reviews featured on Book Bags and Cat Naps in February. How to enter the competition… Readers Leave a comment saying which review or book is your favourite and why or let us know if you bought any of these books after reading a review OR… Reviewers… If you’ve reviewed [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Larry Peterson: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-17 11:00:37
Today I’m delighted to welcome Larry Peterson, one of the authors taking part in March’s #winwithebooks event! Buy one book at just $0.99 and get another one absolutely free. Head on over to http://winwithebooks.com to find out more. Guest post First of all, I have always wanted to be a writer but my journey followed a [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Larry Peterson: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-17 11:00:37
Today I’m delighted to welcome Larry Peterson, one of the authors taking part in March’s #winwithebooks event! Buy one book at just $0.99 and get another one absolutely free. Head on over to http://winwithebooks.com to find out more. Guest post First of all, I have always wanted to be a writer but my journey followed a [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes David M. Brown: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-17 06:11:27
Today I’m delighted to welcome David M. Brown, one of the authors taking part in March’s #winwithebooks event! Buy one book at just $0.99 and get another one absolutely free. Head on over to http://winwithebooks.com to find out more. Guest post: Any Seats Free At The Writer’s Banquet? Nervously entering the large dining hall, a large [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Coral Russell: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-17 01:00:58
Today I’m delighted to welcome Coral Russell, one of the authors taking part in March’s #winwithebooks event! Buy one book at just $0.99 and get another one absolutely free. Head on over to http://winwithebooks.com to find out more. Guest post: The Making of an Anthology I’m part of a horror anthology called Playing with Fire. In [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Coral Russell: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-17 01:00:58
Today I’m delighted to welcome Coral Russell, one of the authors taking part in March’s #winwithebooks event! Buy one book at just $0.99 and get another one absolutely free. Head on over to http://winwithebooks.com to find out more. Guest post: The Making of an Anthology I’m part of a horror anthology called Playing with Fire. In [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes B.K. Walker: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-16 19:53:01
Today I’m delighted to welcome B.K. Walker, one of the authors taking part in March’s #winwithebooks event! Buy one book at just $0.99 and get another one absolutely free. Head on over to http://winwithebooks.com to find out more. Guest post: Finding Your Voice – Can You Be The Writer You’ve Always Wanted to Be? [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes B.K. Walker: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-16 19:53:01
Today I’m delighted to welcome B.K. Walker, one of the authors taking part in March’s #winwithebooks event! Buy one book at just $0.99 and get another one absolutely free. Head on over to http://winwithebooks.com to find out more. Guest post: Finding Your Voice – Can You Be The Writer You’ve Always Wanted to Be? [...] > read more
Review: The Mindful Carnivore – Tovar Cerulli
Published on 2012-03-13 23:00:53
I’ve been quite fascinated by the questions about where our food comes from over the last couple of years and documentaries such as Food Inc and Jonathan Safran Foer’s Eating Animals have only added to my interest. Although I have weighed up my carnivore lifestyle numerous times over the last decade, I still keep returning to [...] > read more
Review: The Mindful Carnivore – Tovar Cerulli
Published on 2012-03-13 23:00:53
I’ve been quite fascinated by the questions about where our food comes from over the last couple of years and documentaries such as Food Inc and Jonathan Safran Foer’s Eating Animals have only added to my interest. Although I have weighed up my carnivore lifestyle numerous times over the last decade, I still keep returning to [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes S. M. Boyce: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-12 20:29:42
Today I’m delighted to welcome S. M. Boyce to the blog, as part of The Lichgates Hidden World Blog Tour. Guest post: Thick Skin Dearest, Darlingest Writer, You’ve either written a book or you’re writing one. Maybe it’s a short story. It’s your baby. It’s amazing. Now, how’s this for awesome: it’s about to [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes S. M. Boyce: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-12 20:29:42
Today I’m delighted to welcome S. M. Boyce to the blog, as part of The Lichgates Hidden World Blog Tour. Guest post: Thick Skin Dearest, Darlingest Writer, You’ve either written a book or you’re writing one. Maybe it’s a short story. It’s your baby. It’s amazing. Now, how’s this for awesome: it’s about to [...] > read more
Review: Generation – William Knight
Published on 2012-03-11 23:00:13
Hendrix ‘Aitch’ Harrison has been known to discover some unusual cases during his employment as a techno-phobe journalist at Strange Phenomena and at times it seems like he’s on more of a wild goose chase than chasing down a scoop. Like being called to investigate the story of the Ashburton Wolf! Also known as… a [...] > read more
Review: Generation – William Knight
Published on 2012-03-11 23:00:13
Hendrix ‘Aitch’ Harrison has been known to discover some unusual cases during his employment as a techno-phobe journalist at Strange Phenomena and at times it seems like he’s on more of a wild goose chase than chasing down a scoop. Like being called to investigate the story of the Ashburton Wolf! Also known as… a [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Brian Holers: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-09 07:44:15
Please enjoy this excerpt from the literary novel, Doxology. Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including $450 in Amazon gift cards, a Kindle Fire, and 5 autographed copies of the book. Excerpt Sunday is Vernon’s wash day. And though he has enough money to [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Brian Holers: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-09 07:44:15
Please enjoy this excerpt from the literary novel, Doxology. Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including $450 in Amazon gift cards, a Kindle Fire, and 5 autographed copies of the book. Excerpt Sunday is Vernon’s wash day. And though he has enough money to [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Brian Holers: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-09 07:44:15
Please enjoy this excerpt from the literary novel, Doxology. Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including $450 in Amazon gift cards, a Kindle Fire, and 5 autographed copies of the book. Excerpt Sunday is Vernon’s wash day. And though he has enough money to [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Brian Holers: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-08 08:31:58
Please enjoy this guest post by Brian Holers, author of the literary novel, Doxology. Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including $450 in Amazon gift cards, a Kindle Fire, and 5 autographed copies of the book. Not just for Christians One of the [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Brian Holers: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-08 08:31:58
Please enjoy this guest post by Brian Holers, author of the literary novel, Doxology. Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including $450 in Amazon gift cards, a Kindle Fire, and 5 autographed copies of the book. Not just for Christians One of the [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Brian Holers: Guest post
Published on 2012-03-08 08:31:58
Please enjoy this guest post by Brian Holers, author of the literary novel, Doxology. Then read on to learn how you can win huge prizes as part of this blog tour, including $450 in Amazon gift cards, a Kindle Fire, and 5 autographed copies of the book. Not just for Christians One of the [...] > read more
Review: The Stepbrothers – Lisa Day
Published on 2012-03-07 18:28:41
Samantha Culpepper is due to marry George – she thinks he’s a nice, well-mannered man but his stepbrother, Clint, knows better. He’s bitter about George and he’s bitter about Samantha and he’s all set to prove it. Sadly, despite a feisty spirit and a real backbite, Samantha gets caught up in a nasty and vicious [...] > read more
Review: The Stepbrothers – Lisa Day
Published on 2012-03-07 18:28:41
Samantha Culpepper is due to marry George – she thinks he’s a nice, well-mannered man but his stepbrother, Clint, knows better. He’s bitter about George and he’s bitter about Samantha and he’s all set to prove it. Sadly, despite a feisty spirit and a real backbite, Samantha gets caught up in a nasty and vicious [...] > read more
Review: The Stepbrothers – Lisa Day
Published on 2012-03-07 18:28:41
Samantha Culpepper is due to marry George – she thinks he’s a nice, well-mannered man but his stepbrother, Clint, knows better. He’s bitter about George and he’s bitter about Samantha and he’s all set to prove it. Sadly, despite a feisty spirit and a real backbite, Samantha gets caught up in a nasty and vicious [...] > read more
Review: Is the Coffee Fresh? – Marc Renson
Published on 2012-03-06 20:12:42
These days I seem to be spending a ridiculous amount of time visiting local snack bars and cafes. I think it’s the side effect of working from home – as much as I love it, I realised in January that days would go by without me interacting with a ‘real’ person so in an effort [...] > read more
Review: Is the Coffee Fresh? – Marc Renson
Published on 2012-03-06 20:12:42
These days I seem to be spending a ridiculous amount of time visiting local snack bars and cafes. I think it’s the side effect of working from home – as much as I love it, I realised in January that days would go by without me interacting with a ‘real’ person so in an effort [...] > read more
Review: Is the Coffee Fresh? – Marc Renson
Published on 2012-03-06 20:12:42
These days I seem to be spending a ridiculous amount of time visiting local snack bars and cafes. I think it’s the side effect of working from home – as much as I love it, I realised in January that days would go by without me interacting with a ‘real’ person so in an effort [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Greg Kiser: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-06 02:41:27
Today I’m pleased to welcome Greg Kiser to the blog. Greg is the author of new title InSyte and is here today to share an excerpt. You can also read my review of InSyte here. Excerpt “Why am I here?” Mitch asked again. “You are a most impressive young man. Of course, they told me [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Greg Kiser: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-06 02:41:27
Today I’m pleased to welcome Greg Kiser to the blog. Greg is the author of new title InSyte and is here today to share an excerpt. You can also read my review of InSyte here. Excerpt “Why am I here?” Mitch asked again. “You are a most impressive young man. Of course, they told me [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Greg Kiser: Excerpt
Published on 2012-03-06 02:41:27
Today I’m pleased to welcome Greg Kiser to the blog. Greg is the author of new title InSyte and is here today to share an excerpt. You can also read my review of InSyte here. Excerpt “Why am I here?” Mitch asked again. “You are a most impressive young man. Of course, they told me [...] > read more
Review: inSyte – Greg Kiser
Published on 2012-03-06 02:30:51
inSyte is a semi-futuristic thriller (i.e. set in the quite near future so it holds many elements of present day) and tells the story of Mitch who has an amazing power (inSyte), which he can use to retrieve massive amounts of information. Not only that but Mitch also has eyes in every location via the [...] > read more
Review: inSyte – Greg Kiser
Published on 2012-03-06 02:30:51
inSyte is a semi-futuristic thriller (i.e. set in the quite near future so it holds many elements of present day) and tells the story of Mitch who has an amazing power (inSyte), which he can use to retrieve massive amounts of information. Not only that but Mitch also has eyes in every location via the [...] > read more
Review: inSyte – Greg Kiser
Published on 2012-03-06 02:30:51
inSyte is a semi-futuristic thriller (i.e. set in the quite near future so it holds many elements of present day) and tells the story of Mitch who has an amazing power (inSyte), which he can use to retrieve massive amounts of information. Not only that but Mitch also has eyes in every location via the [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Chris Sherrill: Interview
Published on 2012-03-05 11:10:10
Where were you born? New Albany, Mississippi. What did you want to be when you grew up? Any number of things. Other than author, what jobs have you had? I’ve been poet, a preacher, a clown and a king. Actually, I was a preacher. My wife thinks I’m a clown, but it’s not a paying gig. I pay the billsRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Chris Sherrill: Interview
Published on 2012-03-05 11:10:10
Where were you born? New Albany, Mississippi. What did you want to be when you grew up? Any number of things. Other than author, what jobs have you had? I’ve been poet, a preacher, a clown and a king. Actually, I was a preacher. My wife thinks I’m a clown, but it’s not a paying [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Chris Sherrill: Interview
Published on 2012-03-05 11:10:10
Where were you born? New Albany, Mississippi. What did you want to be when you grew up? Any number of things. Other than author, what jobs have you had? I’ve been poet, a preacher, a clown and a king. Actually, I was a preacher. My wife thinks I’m a clown, but it’s not a paying [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Barry Finlay: Interview
Published on 2012-03-04 15:42:58
Where were you born? Brandon, Manitoba, Canada What did you want to be when you grew up? Pharmacist Other than author, what jobs have you had? Director, Revenue Accounting, Reporting and Analysis, Canadian Federal Government Management consultant About Barry’s writing How did you come to write Kilimanjaro and Beyond? After climbing Africa’s tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, at age 60 with myRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Barry Finlay: Interview
Published on 2012-03-04 15:42:58
Where were you born? Brandon, Manitoba, Canada What did you want to be when you grew up? Pharmacist Other than author, what jobs have you had? Director, Revenue Accounting, Reporting and Analysis, Canadian Federal Government Management consultant About Barry’s writing How did you come to write Kilimanjaro and Beyond? After climbing Africa’s tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Barry Finlay: Interview
Published on 2012-03-04 15:42:58
Where were you born? Brandon, Manitoba, Canada What did you want to be when you grew up? Pharmacist Other than author, what jobs have you had? Director, Revenue Accounting, Reporting and Analysis, Canadian Federal Government Management consultant About Barry’s writing How did you come to write Kilimanjaro and Beyond? After climbing Africa’s tallest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro, [...] > read more
BlogTalkRadio show: Writers from the Indie Author Group
Published on 2012-03-03 11:11:43
Yesterday I was delighted to have the opportunity to welcome several guests to the BlogTalkRadio, all with one thing in common: they use the Indie Author Group on Facebook to share advice and information. I was fortunate to interview Kai Wilson, Donna K. Fitch and Karen Pokras Toz. Unfortunately, Skype problems prevented Jonathan Gould from joining me but I’ve includedRead more... > read more
BlogTalkRadio show: Writers from the Indie Author Group
Published on 2012-03-03 11:11:43
Yesterday I was delighted to have the opportunity to welcome several guests to the BlogTalkRadio, all with one thing in common: they use the Indie Author Group on Facebook to share advice and information. I was fortunate to interview Kai Wilson, Donna K. Fitch and Karen Pokras Toz. Unfortunately, Skype problems prevented Jonathan Gould from joining me but I’ve includedRead more... > read more
BlogTalkRadio show: Writers from the Indie Author Group
Published on 2012-03-03 11:11:43
Yesterday I was delighted to have the opportunity to welcome several guests to the BlogTalkRadio, all with one thing in common: they use the Indie Author Group on Facebook to share advice and information. I was fortunate to interview Kai Wilson, Donna K. Fitch and Karen Pokras Toz. Unfortunately, Skype problems prevented Jonathan Gould from [...] > read more
BlogTalkRadio show: Writers from the Indie Author Group
Published on 2012-03-03 11:11:43
Yesterday I was delighted to have the opportunity to welcome several guests to the BlogTalkRadio, all with one thing in common: they use the Indie Author Group on Facebook to share advice and information. I was fortunate to interview Kai Wilson, Donna K. Fitch and Karen Pokras Toz. Unfortunately, Skype problems prevented Jonathan Gould from [...] > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Lisa de Nikolits: Interview
Published on 2012-03-01 18:23:30
Today I’m delighted to welcome Lisa de Nikolits – author of West of Wawa – to the blog. Lisa is visiting on the second day of her two day stop as part of her WOW Blog Tour. Why not check out Lisa’s guest post and my review of West of Wawa. Where were you born? South Africa What didRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Lisa de Nikolits: Interview
Published on 2012-03-01 18:23:30
Today I’m delighted to welcome Lisa de Nikolits – author of West of Wawa – to the blog. Lisa is visiting on the second day of her two day stop as part of her WOW Blog Tour. Why not check out Lisa’s guest post and my review of West of Wawa. Where were you born? South Africa What didRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Lisa de Nikolits: Interview
Published on 2012-03-01 18:23:30
Today I’m delighted to welcome Lisa de Nikolits – author of West of Wawa – to the blog. Lisa is visiting on the second day of her two day stop as part of her WOW Blog Tour. Why not check out Lisa’s guest post and my review of West of Wawa. Where were you [...] > read more
Review: West of Wawa – Lisa de Nikolits
Published on 2012-03-01 16:35:35
Benny is getting close to her 30th birthday and needs to decide what to do with her life. Before she can make such a momentous decision, she makes a rather impetuous one and decides to take a road trip across Canada. Think less jet set lifestyle, jumbo jets and the high life and more Greyhound buses, junk food and chai lattes. However,Read more... > read more
Review: West of Wawa – Lisa de Nikolits
Published on 2012-03-01 16:35:35
Benny is getting close to her 30th birthday and needs to decide what to do with her life. Before she can make such a momentous decision, she makes a rather impetuous one and decides to take a road trip across Canada. Think less jet set lifestyle, jumbo jets and the high life and more Greyhound buses, junk food and chai lattes. However,Read more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Lisa de Nikolits: Guest post
Published on 2012-02-29 18:01:28
Today I’m delighted to welcome Lisa de Nikolits – author of West of Wawa – to the blog. Lisa is visiting for a two day stop as part of her WOW Blog Tour. Stop back again tomorrow to read Lisa’s interview and my review of West of Wawa. My (Publishing) Road Much Traveled The Trans-Canada highway is over 8,000Read more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Lisa de Nikolits: Guest post
Published on 2012-02-29 18:01:28
Today I’m delighted to welcome Lisa de Nikolits – author of West of Wawa – to the blog. Lisa is visiting for a two day stop as part of her WOW Blog Tour. Stop back again tomorrow to read Lisa’s interview and my review of West of Wawa. My (Publishing) Road Much Traveled The Trans-Canada highway is over 8,000Read more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Cari Quinn: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-27 01:56:08
Today I’m delighted to welcome Cari Quinn to the blog as part of her Blog Barrage with CBLS promotions. Cari is sharing an excerpt from her new title, Heart Signs, and you can also read my review. Excerpt “Yes, I remember you.” Sam’s long pause encouraged her knee to jitter more. “I thought you were a man, Rory.” “Why? Because IRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Cari Quinn: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-27 01:56:08
Today I’m delighted to welcome Cari Quinn to the blog as part of her Blog Barrage with CBLS promotions. Cari is sharing an excerpt from her new title, Heart Signs, and you can also read my review. Excerpt “Yes, I remember you.” Sam’s long pause encouraged her knee to jitter more. “I thought you were a man, Rory.” “Why? Because IRead more... > read more
Review: Heart Signs – Cari Quinn
Published on 2012-02-27 01:48:58
Rory and Sam are brought together under unusual circumstances: she’s been taking his billboard orders for romantic messages to his wife for almost two years. She’s mooned over every message of love and so she feels stunned when she learns that his wife – Dani – has died. When she calls to offer her condolences to Sam, she’s stunned when theyRead more... > read more
Review: Heart Signs – Cari Quinn
Published on 2012-02-27 01:48:58
Rory and Sam are brought together under unusual circumstances: she’s been taking his billboard orders for romantic messages to his wife for almost two years. She’s mooned over every message of love and so she feels stunned when she learns that his wife – Dani – has died. When she calls to offer her condolences to Sam, she’s stunned when theyRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Marcus Lopes: Guest Post
Published on 2012-02-25 18:01:58
Today I’m very pleased to welcome Marcus Lopes, author of Freestyle Love. Marcus is on a virtual book tour with CBLS Promotions and is here today to share a guest post and also to share an excerpt from his new title, Freestyle Love. Winter It’s late in the afternoon as I settle in for another writing session to close offRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Marcus Lopes: Guest Post
Published on 2012-02-25 18:01:58
Today I’m very pleased to welcome Marcus Lopes, author of Freestyle Love. Marcus is on a virtual book tour with CBLS Promotions and is here today to share a guest post and also to share an excerpt from his new title, Freestyle Love. Winter It’s late in the afternoon as I settle in for another writing session to close offRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Marcus Lopes: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-25 18:00:37
Today I’m very pleased to welcome Marcus Lopes, author of Freestyle Love. Marcus is on a virtual book tour with CBLS Promotions and is here today to share a guest post and also to share an excerpt from his new title, Freestyle Love. Excerpt Malachi, hunched forward over the dining room table reading the Globe and Mail, let out aRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Marcus Lopes: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-25 18:00:37
Today I’m very pleased to welcome Marcus Lopes, author of Freestyle Love. Marcus is on a virtual book tour with CBLS Promotions and is here today to share a guest post and also to share an excerpt from his new title, Freestyle Love. Excerpt Malachi, hunched forward over the dining room table reading the Globe and Mail, let out aRead more... > read more
BlogTalkRadio interview: Annarita Guarnieri
Published on 2012-02-25 15:29:04
Today I was delighted to interview Annarita Guarnieri on the Book Bags and Cat Naps BlogTalkRadio show. It was a bit of a shaky start, which was entirely my fault – technical problems had prevented me from running a show for some time and I was clearly out of practice! Also, of late I’ve noticed my Skype line is reallyRead more... > read more
BlogTalkRadio interview: Annarita Guarnieri
Published on 2012-02-25 15:29:04
Today I was delighted to interview Annarita Guarnieri on the Book Bags and Cat Naps BlogTalkRadio show. It was a bit of a shaky start, which was entirely my fault – technical problems had prevented me from running a show for some time and I was clearly out of practice! Also, of late I’ve noticed my Skype line is reallyRead more... > read more
Review: Amongst My Enemies – William F. Brown
Published on 2012-02-25 15:10:20
Amongst My Enemies wouldn’t be my usual choice of reading matter but I already had The Undertaker in my reading pile when William F. Brown contacted me about this one and everything I’d heard about that had been good so I thought ‘Take a chance!’ – after all, it’s nice to try something new every now and again. (Incidentally, sinceRead more... > read more
Review: Amongst My Enemies – William F. Brown
Published on 2012-02-25 15:10:20
Amongst My Enemies wouldn’t be my usual choice of reading matter but I already had The Undertaker in my reading pile when William F. Brown contacted me about this one and everything I’d heard about that had been good so I thought ‘Take a chance!’ – after all, it’s nice to try something new every now and again. (Incidentally, sinceRead more... > read more
Review: Crazy in Paradise – Deborah Brown
Published on 2012-02-23 04:34:02
A novel that starts with a funeral doesn’t generally have all the hallmarks of fun but in Deborah Brown’s novel Crazy in Paradise it sets the scene for some mayhem ahead. Madison has lost her aunt and is visiting Tarpon Cove with her family for the funeral and the reading of the will. However, she gets more than she bargainsRead more... > read more
Review: Crazy in Paradise – Deborah Brown
Published on 2012-02-23 04:34:02
A novel that starts with a funeral doesn’t generally have all the hallmarks of fun but in Deborah Brown’s novel Crazy in Paradise it sets the scene for some mayhem ahead. Madison has lost her aunt and is visiting Tarpon Cove with her family for the funeral and the reading of the will. However, she gets more than she bargainsRead more... > read more
Review: The Undertaker – William F. Brown
Published on 2012-02-21 14:05:59
There is a fine line between something being so farfetched it is simply ludicrous and something being so farfetched that it’s utterly compelling in a ‘But what if that really were to happen?!’ way. When you have a story that begins with a – noticeably living! – man reading his own obituary, it could go either way. Peter Talbott isRead more... > read more
Review: The Undertaker – William F. Brown
Published on 2012-02-21 14:05:59
There is a fine line between something being so farfetched it is simply ludicrous and something being so farfetched that it’s utterly compelling in a ‘But what if that really were to happen?!’ way. When you have a story that begins with a – noticeably living! – man reading his own obituary, it could go either way. Peter Talbott isRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Shelley Munro
Published on 2012-02-20 07:24:51
I’m delighted to welcome Shelley Munro to the blog today. Shelley is on a Book Blitz with Bewitching Book Tours to promote her new release, Cat Burglar in Training. Get to know Cat Burglar in Training First line from Cat Burglar in Training “The walls have eyes, Mama.” Some of Shelley’s favorite lines from Cat Burglar in Training: Some girlsRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Shelley Munro
Published on 2012-02-20 07:24:51
I’m delighted to welcome Shelley Munro to the blog today. Shelley is on a Book Blitz with Bewitching Book Tours to promote her new release, Cat Burglar in Training. Get to know Cat Burglar in Training First line from Cat Burglar in Training “The walls have eyes, Mama.” Some of Shelley’s favorite lines from Cat Burglar in Training: Some girlsRead more... > read more
“Show don’t tell!”… Says who?
Published on 2012-02-19 01:49:37
I’m beginning to tire a little of the “Show, don’t tell” argument or comment that often crops up, particularly about books that don’t seem to rely on ‘blockbuster’ style writing or razzle dazzle. What happened to using our imaginations to develop our own picture, rather than having to have it all laid out for us? When did we start needingRead more... > read more
“Show don’t tell!”… Says who?
Published on 2012-02-19 01:49:37
I’m beginning to tire a little of the “Show, don’t tell” argument or comment that often crops up, particularly about books that don’t seem to rely on ‘blockbuster’ style writing or razzle dazzle. What happened to using our imaginations to develop our own picture, rather than having to have it all laid out for us? When did we start needingRead more... > read more
Enjoy “a quite rich treat” and “an awesome collection” for… umm… nothing!
Published on 2012-02-18 02:00:09
Fezariu’s Epiphany has been free over the last two days and you could probably call it a pretty successful period: it’s currently at #1 Fantasy>Series and #1 Fantasy>Historical and reached #102 in Free titles. As a result, the free period has been extended – so if you haven’t had the chance to grab a copy you’ll be able to getRead more... > read more
Enjoy “a quite rich treat” and “an awesome collection” for… umm… nothing!
Published on 2012-02-18 02:00:09
Fezariu’s Epiphany has been free over the last two days and you could probably call it a pretty successful period: it’s currently at #1 Fantasy>Series and #1 Fantasy>Historical and reached #102 in Free titles. As a result, the free period has been extended – so if you haven’t had the chance to grab a copy you’ll be able to getRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Jerri Drennen: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-16 22:23:23
Today I’m welcoming Jerri Drennen to the blog to share an excerpt from her new title, Her Man Flint. You can also read an interview. Excerpt “Are you going to lie there all day, or are we going to get the hell out of Dodge?” The voice was unmistakable. “Adriana,” he growled. “What? Were you expecting Lindsey ‘Silicone’ Warren, perhaps?” Adriana poppedRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Jerri Drennen: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-16 22:23:23
Today I’m welcoming Jerri Drennen to the blog to share an excerpt from her new title, Her Man Flint. You can also read an interview. Excerpt “Are you going to lie there all day, or are we going to get the hell out of Dodge?” The voice was unmistakable. “Adriana,” he growled. “What? Were you expecting Lindsey ‘Silicone’ Warren, perhaps?” Adriana poppedRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Jerri Drennen: Interview
Published on 2012-02-16 22:00:01
Today I’m welcoming Jerri Drennen to the blog to be interviewed and talk about her new title, Her Man Flint. You can also read an excerpt. Where were you born? Counsil Bluffs, Iowa What did you want to be when you grew up? An astronaut. Other than author, what jobs have you had? Waitress and homemaker. About Jerri’s writing HowRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Jerri Drennen: Interview
Published on 2012-02-16 22:00:01
Today I’m welcoming Jerri Drennen to the blog to be interviewed and talk about her new title, Her Man Flint. You can also read an excerpt. Where were you born? Counsil Bluffs, Iowa What did you want to be when you grew up? An astronaut. Other than author, what jobs have you had? Waitress and homemaker. About Jerri’s writing HowRead more... > read more
Thursday Trailer Triumphs: Candy Ann Little
Published on 2012-02-16 11:14:23
I’m really thrilled to welcome back Thursday Trailer Triumphs. These posts deliver both blurb and trailer and ask you to vote on which you prefer. This week I’m sharing Candy Ann Little’s blurb and trailer for The Unwilling Bride Which do you prefer? Trailer or blurb? > read more
Thursday Trailer Triumphs: Candy Ann Little
Published on 2012-02-16 11:14:23
I’m really thrilled to welcome back Thursday Trailer Triumphs. These posts deliver both blurb and trailer and ask you to vote on which you prefer. This week I’m sharing Candy Ann Little’s blurb and trailer for The Unwilling Bride Which do you prefer? Trailer or blurb? > read more
Crazy things my cats have done…
Published on 2012-02-15 19:58:23
It’s been a while since I shared a cat post (shame on me) so I thought I’d share these two videos. They pretty much sum up the characters of two of the cats perfectly. One of them, Kain, wants to go out all the time. But then he wants back in. Then out, then in, then out. So he’s developedRead more... > read more
Crazy things my cats have done…
Published on 2012-02-15 19:58:23
It’s been a while since I shared a cat post (shame on me) so I thought I’d share these two videos. They pretty much sum up the characters of two of the cats perfectly. One of them, Kain, wants to go out all the time. But then he wants back in. Then out, then in, then out. So he’s developedRead more... > read more
Fiction: Out of the Darkness
Published on 2012-02-14 19:13:23
Out of the darkness a soft mewling sound emerged. “There’s something in the cellar,” I whispered. My husband tried the light switch again. “Damn fuse box,” he muttered. “Be careful,” I urged, as he made his way down the stone stairs, torch in hand. I listened to his footsteps as he moved around the small cellar. I imagined him checkingRead more... > read more
Fiction: Out of the Darkness
Published on 2012-02-14 19:13:23
Out of the darkness a soft mewling sound emerged. “There’s something in the cellar,” I whispered. My husband tried the light switch again. “Damn fuse box,” he muttered. “Be careful,” I urged, as he made his way down the stone stairs, torch in hand. I listened to his footsteps as he moved around the small cellar. I imagined him checkingRead more... > read more
Review: Cornerstone Deep – Charlene A. Wilson
Published on 2012-02-13 20:45:32
Cornerstone Deep is the first in the Shilo Manor series by Charlene A. Wilson sharing the exploits of a trio of brothers (Cole, Vincent and James) and their employere, the dark and unnerving Lord Dressen, Grand Master of the Courts. The Shilo brothers have been around for hundreds of years and, although they are not from Earth, they have learnedRead more... > read more
Review: Cornerstone Deep – Charlene A. Wilson
Published on 2012-02-13 20:45:32
Cornerstone Deep is the first in the Shilo Manor series by Charlene A. Wilson sharing the exploits of a trio of brothers (Cole, Vincent and James) and their employere, the dark and unnerving Lord Dressen, Grand Master of the Courts. The Shilo brothers have been around for hundreds of years and, although they are not from Earth, they have learnedRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Charlene A. Wilson: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-13 19:39:11
Today I’m welcoming Charlene Wilson to the blog share an excerpt from her new title, Cornerstone Deep Echoes, the second book in the Shilo Manor series. You can also read Charlene’s interview and read my review of Cornerstone Deep (Book One in the series). Excerpt: Chapter One Exhaustion racked Cole’s body. He squeezed his eyes shut and took a deep breath to cleanse his lungs. TheRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Charlene A. Wilson: Excerpt
Published on 2012-02-13 19:39:11
Today I’m welcoming Charlene Wilson to the blog share an excerpt from her new title, Cornerstone Deep Echoes, the second book in the Shilo Manor series. You can also read Charlene’s interview and read my review of Cornerstone Deep (Book One in the series). Excerpt: Chapter One Exhaustion racked Cole’s body. He squeezed his eyes shut and took a deep breath to cleanse his lungs. TheRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Charlene A. Wilson: Interview
Published on 2012-02-13 19:08:30
Today I’m welcoming Charlene Wilson to the blog to be interviewed and talk about her new title, Cornerstone Deep Echoes, the second book in the Shilo Manor series. You can also read an excerpt and read my review of Cornerstone Deep(Book One in the series). Where were you born? Tampa, Florida What did you want to be when you grew up? AnRead more... > read more
Book Bags and Cat Naps welcomes Charlene A. Wilson: Interview
Published on 2012-02-13 19:08:30
Today I’m welcoming Charlene Wilson to the blog to be interviewed and talk about her new title, Cornerstone Deep Echoes, the second book in the Shilo Manor series. You can also read an excerpt and read my review of Cornerstone Deep(Book One in the series). Where were you born? Tampa, Florida What did you want to be when you grew up? AnRead more... > read more
Review: Stephen Fry Does The Knowledge
Published on 2012-02-13 00:22:51
Initially I assumed that this would be charting Stephen Fry’s journey as he undertook ‘The Knowledge’, the extensive learning process of all London cabbies. This was a patently ludicrous assumption on my part however: a) how on earth would he possibly get the time? and b) it’s just a clever play on words! In many ways, I was actuallyRead more... > read more
Review: Stephen Fry Does The Knowledge
Published on 2012-02-13 00:22:51
Initially I assumed that this would be charting Stephen Fry’s journey as he undertook ‘The Knowledge’, the extensive learning process of all London cabbies. This was a patently ludicrous assumption on my part however: a) how on earth would he possibly get the time? and b) it’s just a clever play on words! In many ways, I was actuallyRead more... > read more
Review: Stephen Fry on the Phone
Published on 2012-02-12 23:28:10
I love Stephen Fry. Whether it’s the comedic antics of Fry and Laurie, his excellent approach as quiz-master of QI or his various documentaries and programmes on language, knowledge and – in this case – mobile phones, I always find him utterly charming. This month I had the opportunity to listen to two radio show series with Fry: Stephen FryRead more... > read more