What can you win here, I hear you ask. Well, I have two special prizes for you today and both are open to International entries.
Monday 30 April 2012
Spring Fling Giveaway Hop (Int)
What can you win here, I hear you ask. Well, I have two special prizes for you today and both are open to International entries.
Sunday 29 April 2012
Commedia Della Morte by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro - Book Review
Title: Commedia Della Morte (Saint-Germain # 25)
Author: Chelsea Quinn Yarbro
Publisher: Tor
Publication Date: 13th March 2012
Pages: 429
Format: Hardback
Genre: Paranormal / Historical
Source: Bought Copy
Saturday 28 April 2012
The Last Hundred Days by Patrick McGuinness - Book Review
Title: The Last Hundred Days
Author: Patrick McGuinness
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Publication Date: 22nd May 2012
Pages: 380
Format: E-Book - PDF
Genre: Literary Fiction
Source: ARC from NetGalley
Thursday 26 April 2012
Release Announcement: A Good Man by Vanessa Morgan
Today I am welcoming Vanessa Morgan to the blog to tell you a little bit about her new book release - a screenplay (already in pre-production) called A Good Man.
Loved Dexter and American Psycho? Then you'll love A Good Man.
Louis Caron is a good man - vegetarian, he feeds the homeless, takes care of animals and is even concerned with the ecological future of the planet. But his altruism has a sinister edge - he's a vampire and local detective Taglioni is becoming increasingly suspicious. Louis' attempt to escape the police takes him on a journey into his own private hell where he is not only forced to confront his worst fears, but also to destroy the lives of those he cares about most.
Louis Caron is a good man - vegetarian, he feeds the homeless, takes care of animals and is even concerned with the ecological future of the planet. But his altruism has a sinister edge - he's a vampire and local detective Taglioni is becoming increasingly suspicious. Louis' attempt to escape the police takes him on a journey into his own private hell where he is not only forced to confront his worst fears, but also to destroy the lives of those he cares about most.
Wednesday 25 April 2012
Mechanique: A Tale of the Circus Tresaulti bu Genevieve Valentine - Book Review
Author: Genevieve Valentine
Publisher: Prime Books
Publication Date: 10th May 2011
Pages: 320
Format: E-Book - EPUB
Genre: Steampunk / Speculative
Source: ARC via NetGalleyTuesday 24 April 2012
M. H. Mead - Guest Post - The Caline Conspiracy
Today I am welcoming the authors of The Caline Conspiracy to the blog, to tell us a little bit about their latest release....
Not OUR Children
Why do we read fiction? For the characters. More specifically, for the relationship between the characters. The more real they seem, the more they strike a chord in our own lives.
Not OUR Children
Why do we read fiction? For the characters. More specifically, for the relationship between the characters. The more real they seem, the more they strike a chord in our own lives.
Monday 23 April 2012
Paris Revealed: The Secret Life of a City by Stephen Clarke - Book Review
Author: Stephen Clarke
Publisher: Open Road
Publication Date: 20th March 2012
Pages: 257
Format: E-Book - EPUB
Genre: Non-Fiction
Source: ARC via NetGalleySunday 22 April 2012
The Bewitching Tale of Stormy Gale (Stormy Gale # 2) by Christine Bell - Book Review
Author: Christine Bell
Publisher: Carina Press
Publication Date: 28th May 2012
Pages: 138
Format: E-Book - EPUB
Genre: Steampunk
Source: ARC via NetGalleySaturday 21 April 2012
White Horse (White Horse # 1) by Alex Adams - Book Review
Author: Alex Adams
Publisher: Atria/Emily Bestler
Publication Date: April 2012
Pages: 292
Format: Paperback
Genre: Dystopia / Literary Fiction
Source: ARC from PublisherRelease Day Party & Giveaway - Shadow of Witte Wieven by Debbie Peterson
I am happy to be a part of the Release Day Party for Shadow of Witte Wieven by Debbie Peterson.
Read on below for more information on this book and enter the giveaway to win an eBook copy!
Friday 20 April 2012
Working & Writing: An Update
Well, one and all, after more than four months searching, I finally found a new job. Monday is my first day and I am looking forward to it, even though I think it will take me a few weeks to fully adjust to the routine of a full-time job again!
The job is with an education provider, but they have a research/publishing section and that is where I'll be doing admin work and helping out as they seek to expand their publications.
What does that mean for the blog?
The job is with an education provider, but they have a research/publishing section and that is where I'll be doing admin work and helping out as they seek to expand their publications.
What does that mean for the blog?
A Dance with Dragons (Song of Ice & Fire # 5) by George R. R. Martin - Book Review
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Voyager
Publication Date: 2011
Pages: 959
Format: Paperback
Genre: Fantasy
Source: Borrowed from HubbyFollow Friday # 43
I would like to see a fight between Eric (Sookie Stackhouse novels) and Greyfriar (Vampire Empire trilogy). It would be hard to decide which side to support since I love them both, but I think Greyfriar would win out in the end thanks to his superior swordsmanship.
Night Beach by Kirsty Eager - Book Review
Author: Kirsty Eager
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Publication Date: 26 April 2012
Pages: 270
Format: E-Book - PDF
Genre: YA / Fantasy
Source: ARC from NetGalley
Thursday 19 April 2012
Becoming a Rare Find: How Jagged Resumes Lead to Great Jobs by George Anders - Book Review
Author: George Anders
Publisher: Penguin Group (USA)
Publication Date: 8th May 2012
Pages: 56
Format: E-Book - PDF
Genre: Non-Fiction
Source: ARC from NetGalleyTuesday 17 April 2012
A Feast for Crows (Song of Ice and Fire # 4) by George R. R. Martin - Book Review
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Voyager
Publication Date: 2006 (2005)
Pages: 854
Format: Paperback
Genre: Fantasy
Source: Borrowed from HubbyTim Westover - Author Interview
Today I welcome Tim Westover, author of Auraria, to the blog. Let's see what he had to say in our interview.
1) Tell us a bit more about yourself and your writing
Professionally, I'm a computer person, but my education is in English literature and creative writing. I started with zany fantasy stories (a story I wrote when I was a British schoolboy was called The Conker as Hard as a Diamond). In high school and college, I wrote overblown mytho-poetical novellas. Afterwards, I found more success with magical realism, especially with a collection of short stories I wrote in the International Language Esperanto. I've always use fantasy elements, but I try to put them into realistic settings. No parallel worlds or far-flung fantasy realms -- just the weirdness and magic of the everyday.
Saturday 14 April 2012
Book Depository - 10% off till 14th May!!
Yes, Book Depository are at it again with 10% off all titles until 14th May 2012.
So, what are you waiting for? It's time to dust off your wish lists, click on the banner and get buying.
Everyone loves a book-shaped bargain! ;)
The Peculiars by Maureen Doyle McQuerry - Book Review
Title: The Peculiars
Author: Maureen Doyle McQuerry
Publisher: Amulet Books
Publication Date: 1st May 2012
Pages: 350
Format: E-Book - PDF
Genre: Steampunk
Source: ARC from NetGalley
Friday 13 April 2012
A Storm of Swords - Part 2: Blood and Gold by George R. R. Martin - Book Review
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Voyager
Publication Date: 2011 (2000)
Pages: 578
Format: Paperback
Genre: Fantasy
Source: Borrowed from HubbyFollow Friday # 42
Hmm, I think A Discovery of Witches or The Night Circus. Both were books that I thought could make good movies and yet both could go badly wrong if handled incorrectly. They are films I'd love to see, but I'd be holding my breath at the same time in case it all went to pot.
Tuesday 10 April 2012
A Storm of Swords - Part 1: Steel and Snow by George R. R. Martin - Book Review
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Voyager
Publication Date: 2011 (2000)
Pages: 608
Format: Paperback
Genre: Fantasy
Source: Borrowed from HubbyWinner - Marked E-Book Giveaway
Thanks to everyone who entered the giveaway. A random selection has been made and the winner is:
Alinka V.
Congratulations. I have passed on the winner's details to the tour organiser, who will be in touch with the winner shortly!
The winner of the print copy will be announced by Enchanted Book Promotions
Roberts Shields - Interview - Daphne and the Mysterious Girls Secret Bathroom Society
Today I welcome author Robert Shields to the blog. Robert is here to tell us about his latest release - Daphne and the Mysterious Girls' Secret Bathroom Society.
1) Tell us a little about yourself and your writing
I have been writing a syndicated sports column for over fourteen years on the side. I received my degree in economics from the University of Arkansas. I’m also an expert witness before government regulatory agencies for a utility. I have written other books, including The Economics of Sex and a sports book that were both best sellers in their genres on Amazon.
I have been writing a syndicated sports column for over fourteen years on the side. I received my degree in economics from the University of Arkansas. I’m also an expert witness before government regulatory agencies for a utility. I have written other books, including The Economics of Sex and a sports book that were both best sellers in their genres on Amazon.
Sunday 8 April 2012
A Clash of Kings (Song of Ice and Fire # 2) by George R. R. Martin - Book Review
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Voyager
Publication Date: 2011 (1998)
Pages: 708
Format: Paperback
Genre: Fantasy
Source: Borrowed from HubbySaturday 7 April 2012
An Unexpected Guest by Anne Korkeakivi - Book Review
Title: An Unexpected Guest
Author: Anne Korkeakivi
Publisher: Little Brown and Co.
Publication Date:17th April 2012
Pages: 282
Format: E-Book - PDF
Genre: Literary Fiction
Source: ARC from NetGalley
Thursday 5 April 2012
A Game of Thrones (Song of Ice and Fire # 1) by George R. R. Martin - Book Review
Author: George R. R. Martin
Publisher: Voyager
Publication Date: 2003 (1996)
Pages: 807
Format: Paperback
Genre: Fantasy
Source: Borrowed from HubbyWednesday 4 April 2012
Terry J. Newman (Author of Drayling) - Guest Blog
Today, I am happy to welcome Terry J. Newman to the blog. Terry is here to talk about his book, Drayling, so I'll hand you over to him...
Greetings from the Northern Hemisphere!
My name is Terry J. Newman, and I'm an English writer. I'm indebted to Nicki for allowing me this opportunity to tell you about my first novel, Drayling. It's speculative fiction/sci-fi, and was published, in paperback, in March 2011. It is now (as from 16 March 2012) also available as an e-book on Kindle.
My name is Terry J. Newman, and I'm an English writer. I'm indebted to Nicki for allowing me this opportunity to tell you about my first novel, Drayling. It's speculative fiction/sci-fi, and was published, in paperback, in March 2011. It is now (as from 16 March 2012) also available as an e-book on Kindle.
Monday 2 April 2012
The Immortal Rules by Julie Kagawa - Book Review
Author: Julie Kagawa
Publisher: HarlequinTEEN
Publication Date: 24 April 2012
Pages: 504
Format: E-Book - PDF
Genre: YA / Paranormal / Dystopia
Source: ARC from NetGalleyA Small Circus by Hans Fallada - Book Review
Author: Hans Fallada
Publisher: Penguin
Publication Date: 15 March 2012 (1931)
Pages: 592
Format: E-Book - PDF
Genre: Literary Fiction
Source: ARC from NetGalleyExcerpt & Giveaways - Marked by Jennifer Snyder
Today I am participating in the book tour (via Enchanted Book Promotions) for Marked by Jennifer Snyder.
Read on below for an excerpt from the book and enter the giveaways to win a paperback (US only) or e-book (International) copy.
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