Squee-a-thon, Read-a-thon Has BEGUN!

My Stack looks as such:

• Battle Royale
• Frost Fire
• Rebel Heart
• We Have Always Lived In the Castle
• This Book is Full of Spiders
• At First Touch (Ebook)
• The Savage Boy 

I shall start with Battle Royale.

 Update the 1st:
Book: Battle Royale
Pages Read: 122 pages
Notes: Not the most impressive BUT I worked 11-3pm, cleaned a little bit, played with the kidlet, and ate mexican food. Anytime I can stuff my facehole with cheesy rice stuffs and massive amounts of chips and salsa, I am a happy humanoid.

I'm that good.

Update the 2nd:
Book: Battle Royale and Frost Fire (ebook)
Pages Read:
Notes:

  There is a mug! OMG!

Squeee-A-Thon Read-a-thon: Starts Today Y'all

Innit a cutesy name for a read-a-thon? Best stamp a copyright on that bish or it will be stolen! Anyway, yesterday was supposed to be my "Don't do anything at all until I HAVE to work at 5pm" day, but instead it turned into (magically as if on it's own) a "Let's be super productive and set up posts for all the things I must post about until nearly the end of the month" day. Thusly, I have TIME y'all!

Soooo what does a smooth sophisticated woman like me decided to do with her new found free time? READ-A-THON!

So for this weekend, I might take it longer, I'll be reading whateverthehelliwant! I have a stack of books I've been wanting to crack into, but have had to put my commitment reads first. Not saying those reads are bad, but I still have yet to read my birthday book from my sweetie. So this weekend, I'm pwning that tome!


Now I'm not sure if I'll do status updates, but I probably will. I do so love to brag about how much I read! Pompous, much?

So starting in 1 hour look for update..cuz yeah ignore that about maybe not updating...I shall. You mayshouldsortajoin me! If you have been like me furiously ..well sorta mildly obsessively...looking for your next 'thon. HERE IT BE!

You know you wanna....I shall leave another Spike gif to convince you.

There that should do the trick! JOIN ME! :)

Book Blitz: Disconnect

Disconnect by Imran Siddiq
Series: Divided Worlds Trilogy, #1
Publication date: February 22nd 2013
Genre: YA Sci-Fi

In space, love has boundaries.

Dirtying fingernails in sewers is fast approaching worthlessness for Zachary, a 16-year old Underworld scavenger. When footage of an Overworld girl, Rosa, is discovered, his intrigue heightens at why she expresses sadness with a lavish lifestyle.

In meeting Rosa, Zachary is scorned by her opinion of the deprived. She pities him and provides a means for them to communicate. With time, friendship and something he’s never felt grows; love for another human. Knowing Rosa calls him when it suits her isn’t enough; he wants to meet her, but how? Relationships in Underworld are few, let alone the impossibility with those above the ceiling.

Underworld will suffer when plans to conquer Jupiter’s moon, Europa move ahead. Worse is Rosa’s father, a disgraced Overworld ambassador, approving the plan.

Zachary must defeat the prejudice of the worlds, sneak within opposing forces, lose friends and challenge Rosa’s sadness. In doing so, a twisted secret is uncovered that may devour the reason he lives; Rosa.

GOODREADS: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16198776-disconnect

PURCHASE: 

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BOOK TRAILER: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KOPE7U530U

AUTHOR BIO

Imran Siddiq may have tried to leave Leicester a few times, but its become his place to wake up to two cats, freeze when the heating’s off and most of all, get down to writing. At a young age, his primary school teacher commented on his creativity and ability to tell stories.  At the age of 29, during a night in the jungle, the bug inside awakened, and for the last 5 years he’s been sacrificing every second that he can to write. A veteran of writing festivals, a presence on Twitter and gobbling up all forms of Star Wars and Lord of the Rings, he hopes he can bring a smile to others in the same way that he had, aged 5, reading with a torch under his duvet. Imran’s preferred genre  is YA Sci Fi, and he has a tendency to throw a droid in every novel.

Author Links:

Website: http://www.imranwrites.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImranSiddiqWriter

Twitter: https://twitter.com/flickimp

 

 

Blog Tour: O! Jackie Reivew and Guest Post

Mainstreem/Commercial/Literary

Title: O! Jackie

Author - Mercedes King

Date to be Published: 12/29/2012

Synopsis:

 Despite her poise and graceful smile, Jackie Kennedy’s life was far from perfect. Behind closed doors, Jackie struggled with bouts of depression, endured a heartbreaking road to motherhood, and had difficult relationships with those closest to her. Ravaged by insecurities and humiliation, she even wrestled her own temptations for both other men and divorce. But Jackie clung to the belief that she could make JFK abandon his wandering ways. Through the years, though, Jack Kennedy’s lustful escapades grew in carelessness and frequency, and most needling for Jackie were his trysts with Marilyn Monroe. When Marilyn becomes erratic and unstable, Jackie must decide how far she will go to protect the presidency and to save her marriage. 

Author Bio:

A founding member of Sisters in Crime Columbus, Ohio, Mercedes King is an active member and past president. She graduated from Capital University with a degree in Criminology, and since then has been crafting stories with a scandalous flair. A born and bred Buckeye, she writes in a variety of genres and is hard at work on her next novel. 

Contact Links:

Web site: OJackiebook.com

Twitter: @OJackiebook

Purchase Links

Amazon -O! Jackie

My Thoughts:
I wasn't sure what to expect with this one, it sounded interesting! It was! This is certainly a juicy story and one that I'm sure anyone who is fascinated by the Kennedy's and Marilyn Monroe will enjoy! I really feel that Mercedes King captured what it was most likely like to be Jackie. I really liked it. It held my attention, it piqued my interest and kept me reading!


Guest Post:

What Makes Marilyn Monroe Unforgettable?

Here we are, fifty years after Marilyn Monroe’s tragic death, and the actress still has a strong following and thriving fan base. Many starlets of today may see a spike in their fame, even a rise in popularity throughout their careers…but how many of them will be selling memorabilia long after their departure? Few, if any. So what was it that gave Marilyn Monroe legendary status? Why do people keep tributes, tattoo themselves with her image, and refuse to let go?

It’s simple. Marilyn was as blessed as she was cursed, ordinary as she was extraordinary, had it all, then died suddenly, tragically, with nothing.

She started out as Norma Jeane, doing her part for the war effort when she was ‘discovered’ by a photographer. Through the years she transformed from a nobody into the actress, Marilyn Monroe. People want to believe fame and fortune can find them, too. But for Marilyn, her time in Hollywood was a roller coaster. Stage fright plagued her, some of her movies bombed, true love evaded her. She wooed a president, intoxicated a nation, but critics panned her, troubles stalked her.

We would like to believe that all the spunk and flirtatiousness she shared with the world meant that she was happy and fulfilled, when in reality, Marilyn was vulnerable and lonely.

Her story ends suspiciously, under mysterious circumstances. Did she commit suicide, or was someone else responsible for her death? The truth is we want to know but never will. 

Book Blast: Baked Alaska

Baked Alaska by Josi S. Kilpack

An Alaskan cruise is the setting for amateur detective Sadie Hoffmillers latest adventure. Sadie plans to spend time relaxing with her two grown children, Breanna and Shawn, and her boyfriend, Pete, while enjoying the luxury and cuisine of an elegant cruise ship and helping to plan her daughters upcoming wedding. But even as the crew prepares to leave port, Sadie has suspicions about the voyage ahead and the relationship between her normally easygoing son and a mysterious female passenger he obviously knows but refuses to discuss. When the woman is discovered unconscious during the second night at sea, Sadies apprehension escalates. Over the last few years, Sadie has developed an extreme dislike for secrets and it would seem her son is keeping one from her. *Includes eight new mouthwatering recipes, tested and approved by the official bakers of Sadies Virtual Test Kitchen.

Praise for Baked Alaska

Josi Kilpack has done it again. You would think that all these events that occur in Sadie's life wouldn't be natural, but Josi Kilpack has a way of making you believe that it just "happens" and it is normal. I have grown to love Sadie's character, even if she is a busybody, you can't help but cheer for her as she attempts to solve a mystery or crime. One of my favorite series. :)

~Goodreads Reviewer Lacey McNeill

Purchase

Amazon * Barnes & Noble * Deseret Book

Sadie Hoffmiller Culinary Mystery Series

Author Josi S. Kilpack

Josi S. Kilpack grew up hating to read until she was thirteen and her mother handed her a copy of The Witch of Blackbird Pond. From that day forward, she read everything she could get her hands on and credits her writing “education” to the many novels she has “studied” since then. She began her first novel in 1998 and hasn’t stopped since. Her seventh novel, Sheep’s Clothing, won the 2007 Whitney Award for Mystery/Suspense, and Lemon Tart, her ninth novel, was a 2009 Whitney Award Finalist. Josi was the Best in State winner in literature for 2012 and currently has two books (Banana Split and Tres Leches Cupcakes) as finalists in the 2012 Whitney awards.

Josi currently lives in Willard, Utah, with her family.

Website * Twitter

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Book Blast Giveaway

$50 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash

Ends 3/17/13

Open only to those who can legally enter, receive and use an Amazon.com Gift Code or Paypal Cash. Winning Entry will be verified prior to prize being awarded. No purchase necessary. You must be 18 or older to enter or have your parent enter for you. The winner will be chosen by rafflecopter and announced here as well as emailed and will have 48 hours to respond or a new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader, Not A Writer http://iamareader.com and sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

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Book Blitz and Giveaway: The Prophecy

The Prophecy by Rachel Deagan  

Publication date: February 8th, 2013
Genre:YA Urban Fantasy/Science Fiction

“The cards tell me of the children of the stars.”

Jacey thinks her life is worthless, when she finds herself in a psychiatric hospital after a failed attempt to end her life; her wounds miraculously healed. Devin, who claims to kill on touch, is also there. When Michael arrives, bearing telekinetic powers, he insists the government, and an even darker, more powerful force, wants them dead.

In a desperate attempt to escape for their lives, the three teens find they must confront an even greater adversary, themselves - and with a prophecy forced upon them, they must find a way to accept their fate, or rebel together, as one.

GOODREADS

PURCHASE: 

--Amazon

Rachel Deagan 

Rachel grew up in small town Massachusetts where she spent most of her time writing about strange paranormal creatures instead of paying attention in class. She has always been considered the 'dreamy' one with her head in the clouds. She now lives in Nevada with her two sons, a cat, and a rat named Sam.

Author Links:

Website: http://moonlightprose.blogspot.ca/

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5447836.Rachel_Deagan

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.deagan

Twitter: https://twitter.com/racheldeagan

GIVEAWAY

The prize if for 2 paperbacks and 2 Kindle copies of the book.

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Interview:

Did you always know you wanted to be a writer?

No. I wanted to be an actress and an Olympic Equestrian Rider first. Funny thing is, in fourth grade I wrote my first ‘book’. It was about horses. Although, the equestrian dream has fizzled over the years, I do think my love of acting helps greatly in developing and feeling out the characters I write.

What authors inspire you?

As far as authors go, I love Cassandra Claire’s flare for characterization and storytelling. Although, I didn’t start reading her work until after my first book, Caged Moon, was into the editing phase. My original inspiration stemmed mostly from Maggie Steivater’s Shiver, Melissa Marr’s Wicked Lovely Series. Julie Kagawa, and her Iron Fey Series are definitely a favorite of mine now.

Is your family supportive of your writing?

Yes, once my parents realized the seriousness of my writing, they became some of my most forefront advocates. My boys two little boys are also probably my best cheer squad.

Does your characters talk to you when you’re writing?

All the time. They never shut up and sometimes we even argue when they want to go in a direction that I hadn’t planned. The happened numerous times over the course of writing, The Prophecy. They told me to throw out my book outline numerous times. I finally gave up on that. ;)

Do you like it quiet or do you need noise when you write?

It honestly depends on my mood. Sometimes it’s hard for me to focus with music on, because I end up listening to it instead of zoning in on the writing, but sometimes it helps set the mood if I can put into the ‘background’ and focus. It can aid the emotional mood of a scene. If I do have music on, it’s usually non-vocal thematic music from movies.

Are you currently writing anything?

Yes! The Prophecy is the first book of a series. There is a book two in the works. I’m also finishing up Book two to my Caged Moon Series, which will be out shortly. Right now, we’re looking at an early April release date.

What do you do when you’re not writing?

I have two little boys that keep me pretty busy, but when I do find time to myself, I always enjoy watching a good movie/tv show. I’m hooked on The Vampire Diaries, and Supernatural. I also love reading, and have recently taken up Zumba.

  

Blog Tour: The Chronicles of Trellah (Review Coming Soon)

The Chronicles of Trellah, Book One: The Perpetual Rain

Fourteen-year-old Sophina Murray will be the first to tell you: Bad luck comes in threes. First, her father is lost at sea. Then, the rains start . And don’t stop. And finally, her little brother
is taken from his bed by a monster straight from her worst nightmare. A glimpse into the parallel universe of Trellah – a land of giant trees, bizarre creatures, and a glowing red mineral with mystical properties – convinces Sophina that all may not be lost. But first, she’ll have to survive in a hostile world where her darkest fears live and breathe.


Excerpt:

Gail Murray climbed over a fallen evergreen and approached Hillside Cemetery, which bordered the path halfway between the Grange Hall and the lake. Just as the white-capped water began to peek through the trees, she saw something that made her falter. Several shadows rushed toward her over the granite headstones—shapeless blurs of shadows.

She rubbed her eyes and looked again. They couldn’t be shadows, because there wasn’t a hint of sunlight coming through the rainclouds. Without light there could be no shadows, she reasoned.

But that’s exactly what they were: shadows that were a touch darker than their surroundings. As the blobs streaked closer, narrow protrusions shot out of them, taking on the horrifying shapes of arms and hands. And faces—faces without expression screamed at her without making a sound as she screamed back.

The hands plunged into her body with a faint yet sickening sensation, like icy cobwebs were being dragged through her flesh. She didn’t realize that she had started to run until she exploded out of a smoky haze and the trees came back into view. The shadows had enveloped her, inside and out. More muddled shapes descended from the canopy as she staggered along the trail, dredging their vaporous appendages deep into her head and chest. She even thought she heard one of them groan.

Then they were gone. Gail fell onto the wet sand of Glacier Lake beach and looked back to find dozens of shadow blobs lurking behind the tree line. She sobbed as she brushed her hands over her body, trying to remove the sinister cobwebs that were stuck deep within her tissue. But the feeling lingered.

Review:
Due to sickness I was unable to review, but I will have my review posted here ASAP! Please keep an eye out for it!