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Coming Soon on HDB… (9/16/12)
It’s that time again! Let’s not mince words, onward to what you’ll find this week! ********** MONDAY Monday is a review of the Middle Grade masterpiece, Floors! This time for real. Due to technical issues, this didn’t go up last week. I know, I know. TUESDAY Tuesday is all about Richard Wright and his book Thy Fearful Symmetry, which I reviewed last week. Seriously? Fabulous book! FABULOUS. Richard will be stopping by with a stunning guest post and…a surprise! Make sure you come by to see what it is! WEDNESDAY Wednesday you’ll find a review of Speechless by Hannah Harrington on…
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Samantha Durante’s Top Books of 2012!
Please welcome Samantha Durante! She’s the author of Stitch, which I reviewed last month. Now she’s on a blog tour, promoting her book and sharing some awesome facts about herself with all of you! Plus she brought along a wonderful giveaway. So please enjoy the post below and don’t forget to comment! Samantha’s Top Books of 2012 Hi everyone! Today I wanted to share with you a list of the best books I’ve read this year. Except… I have a confession to make. Given my schedule writing Stitch, planning my wedding, managing my business, and tending to a very demanding…
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Book Review: Thy Fearful Symmetry
Media Type: Ebook Title: Thy Fearful Symmetry Author: Richard Wright Publisher: Self-published Pages: Ebook; 303 Release Date: August 19, 2012 Source: Author ———————————————- Intended Reading Group: Adult Genre: Horror/Thriller ———————————————- HDB Rating: 4 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Fans of the horror genre, but also fans of psychological thrillers! This one is a mix of both. Add it on: Goodreads / Shelfari / Amazon The end of the world started in Glasgow, with a kiss. Two people – two creatures – fated to be eternal enemies downed their blazing spears and loved. To do so, they broke rules hardwired…
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Celebrating BBAW! An interview with Alison of The Cheap Reader!
It’s that time again! Book Blogger Appreciation Week! Time to celebrate all of us out there who devote our time and effort to the love of everything bookish. Are you a blogger? You can participate too! Just click here and get started! ********** In honor of this week I’m interviewing a fellow blogger. Alison from The Cheap Reader! 1) First, a challenge. Describe your reading habits in just 10 words! Sneaks reading in everywhere. Book in purse at all times! 2) How would you describe your bookish tastes? Do you have a favorite genre? My bookish taste tends to run a bit…
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An interview with L.M. Sherwin, author of NIGHT BELLS!
This lovely lady is L.M. Sherwin. An Indie author, her first book is Night Bells and she’s hoping to draw some of your interest by traveling around the blogosphere. Honestly? I’m pretty excited to get to this book! I see no reason why you wouldn’t be either. Let me tempt you further though, with a bit more about the book. Shall I? Lord Maslyn has been a prisoner in his own home for the last six years. When the twelve year old noble of New Kristiansand discovers a secret passageway in his tower, he delves into a world of adventure,…
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Coming Soon on HDB… (9/9/12)
I know I skipped this last week, but it’s back! If you missed my post earlier, things are going to be a little more scarce around here until my wedding is over :). Lots to do, and so little time. I won’t be abandoning you though! So let’s get started. ********** MONDAY On Monday I have the pleasure of giving the blog over to L.M. Sherwin! The author of Night Bells, she is on a mission to spread her book far and wide. I’ll be interviewing her, so keep an eye out! TUESDAY Tuesday, in celebration of BBAW (Book Blogger…
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Wedding time!
Hi there lovely readers! In case you didn’t know, future hubby and I are getting married this year. In less than 6 weeks, I’ll be a married woman! I know, I can’t believe it either. My brain is still trying to wrap itself around all the time that has seriously flown by. A little less than 10 years ago we started dating. Last year we got engaged. This year, we’ll be married. Whoa. Time flies! Anyway this is me letting you know that I might not be around as much as usual! My posts for the next month or so…
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Books to Watch! (9/6/12)
It’s that time again! Time for another edition of Books to Watch! This is a post where I share with you two books that I am loving and think that you should keep your eyes on! One that’s already out, and one that’s coming up. It’s all about the bookish love. Away we go! ******************** OUT NOW Throne of Glass just came out last month, but trust me when I say that you’ve probably seen it around. This book has massive buzz, and for good reason! I loved this book. I loved the characters, the story, the setting, everything! You need to pick…
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Adam and Andrew celebrate The Familiars: Circle of Heroes!
Please welcome to the blog Adam Jay Epstein and Andrew Jacobson! ********** With the release of the third book in The Familiars series, The Familiars – Circle of Heroes, we are stopping by some of our favorite blogs discussing all things heroes. Jessica asked us who is our favorite unsung book hero! Someone who others don’t acknowledge, but we think is particularly awesome. This was certainly a fitting question given the theme of our books. Familiars are the ultimate unsung heroes, rarely acknowledged and oft times nothing more than sidekick or helper. Andrew: Ron Weasely comes to mind. So does Samwise Gamgee. But I’d have to…
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Book Review: The Peculiars
Media Type: Ebook (ARC) Title: The Peculiars Author: Maureen Doyle McQuerry Publisher: Harry N. Abrams Pages: Hardcover; 354 Release Date: May 1, 2012 Source: NetGalley —————————————— Intended Reading Group: Young Adult Content Screening: Nothing of Note —————————————— HDB Rating: 3 Keys to My Heart Recommended to: Readers who enjoy a mix of steampunk and historical themed fiction. Add it: Goodreads / Shelfari / Amazon / B&N / Book Depository This dark and thrilling adventure, with an unforgettable heroine, will captivate fans of steampunk, fantasy, and romance. On her 18th birthday, Lena Mattacascar decides to search for her father, who disappeared into…