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Tuesday, September 11, 2012

BBAW 2012 + Favorite Book Bloggers

Book Bloggers Appreciation Week (BBAW) is this week, running from September 10th-14th. I ended up not registering this year, but its a great event that you should definitely check out. Even though I'm not taking part this year I wanted to spread the love to some of my favorite blogs.  These are blogs I've been reading for a while and some new ones I discovered this year.


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Thursday, September 15, 2011

BBAW 2011: Reading and Blogging


Today's topic is Readers, with several sub-topics to pick from. One of the sub-questions is Have you discovered books you never would have apart from book blogging?  Here are a few titles that I love, that I probably would have never picked up if they hadn't come so highly recommend by book bloggers.

Daughter of the Blood - Anne Bishop

I was pretty new to blogging when Amy C from Romance Book Wyrm told me  how much she loved this book/series and that I should give it a try.  I'm picky when it comes to fantasy so I was a bit leery at first. I didn't pick it up right away, but when I did I was blown away by this world. So dark, but brightly lush has well. This book definitely made me more open to the fantasy genre.

Book Description:
Seven hundred years ago, a Black Widow witch saw an ancient prophecy come to life in her web of dreams and visions. Now the Dark Kingdom readies itself for the arrival of its Queen, a Witch who will wield more power than even the High Lord of Hell himself. But she is still young, still open to influence-and corruption.

Whoever controls the Queen controls the darkness. Three men-sworn enemies-know this. And they know the power that hides behind the blue eyes of an innocent young girl. And so begins a ruthless game of politics and intrigue, magic and betrayal, where the weapons are hate and love-and the prize could be terrible beyond imagining...

 Secrets of A Summer  Night - Lisa Kleypas

When I met Barbara from Happily Forever After a few years ago. I wasn't too open to reading Historical Romance. Mind you I had read the genre before, but not a lot.  She told me I had to read The Wallflowers series, a must read. Not only did she recommend the book, she sent me a copy.  I am so glad she did. I read the first book Secrets of A Summer Night in just a little over 24 hours. Then preceded to go out and purchase the rest of this series. I was absolutely sucked in to this story of Wallflowers and eager to read more. Reading this first book lead me to read more books by Lisa Klepas and after that it lead me to Julia Quinn & Elizabeth Hoyt. Thank you Barbara!

Book Description:
Four young ladies enter London society with one common goal: they must use their feminine wit and wiles to find a husband.So a daring husband-hunting scheme is born.

Annabelle Peyton, determined to save her family from disaster, decides to use her beauty and wit to tempt a suitable nobleman into making an offer of marriage. But Annabelle's most intriguing—and persistent—admirer, wealthy, powerful Simon Hunt, has made it clear that while he will introduce her to irresistible pleasure he will not offer marriage. Annabelle is determined to resist his unthinkable proposition . . . but it is impossible in the face of such skillful seduction.

Her friends, looking to help, conspire to entice a more suitable gentleman to offer for Annabelle, for only then will she be safe from Simon—and her own longings. But on one summer night, Annabelle succumbs to Simon's passionate embrace and tempting kisses . . . and she discovers that love is the most dangerous game of all.

 Naked In Death - J.D. Robb

Ever since I became friends with Christine from The Happily Ever After... She has urged me to try J.D. Robb's In Death series a try.  I'm a Paranormal girl so I always put them off. Not really being into Romantic Suspense. Last year I was in a rut and need a change so I decided to read book 1, Naked In Death.  Once again I was amazed how much I enjoyed it. Eve and Roarke are incredible characters to read about. I also liked the fact there was a touch of the futuristic to the series.  I'm nowhere near caught up in the series, but I have read the first three books and so far I'm really liking it.

Book Description:
Eve Dallas is a New York police lieutenant hunting for a ruthless killer. In over ten years on the force, she's seen it all - and knows that her survival depends on her instincts. And she's going against every warning telling her not to get involved with Roarke, an Irish billionaire - and suspect in Eve's murder investigation. But passion and seduction have rules of their own, and it's up to Eve to take a chance in the arms of a man she knows nothing about - except the addictive hunger of needing his touch.

 Three books I wouldn't have read if it weren't for my fellow bloggers and now I recommend them to you!
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011

BBAW Giveaway


Game of Thrones by George R.R. Martin
Dark Lover by J.R. Ward
Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning
Dark Taste of Rapture by Gena Showalter

GIVEAWAY: 
I changed this giveaway several times time, but finally settled on the four titles above. There will be 2 winners, each winner will receive two books. Please read the entering info carefully.  To enter leave a comment along with your email address. Also don't forget to mention the 2 titles you'd like to win.  This giveaway is open to U.S & Canada. The winner will be announced on  September 17th. Good Luck!
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Monday, September 12, 2011

BBAW 2011: Community



Book Blogger Appreciation Week kick off. This is my third year participating. If you are new to blogging or wonder what it's all about check it out through the link above. It's a fun time. :)

Today's daily topic is: Community

I have been blogging for 4 years now and I am still in awe with how great the blogging community is and the wonderful blogs & people that are out there. No matter what genre your passionate about, you'll find your place among us.  I thought about this topic quite a bit and there are a lot great blogs out there that I could name. But there are two blogs that a frequent everyday. While both are miles from me they are truly great bloggers and wonderful friends.

I met Michelle from Michelle's Book Blog in 2007 on MySpace. I see her as my book mate through our love of Paranormal Romance and Urban Fantasy. Although we differ when it comes to Zombies (she loves them and I do not. ;)) We do agree on most things when it comes to PNR & UF. She is a excellent reviewer/blogger and a great friend. Reviewing close to all the books she reads. I'm always interested in what she thought, even the reviews/books that are not necessarily my thing. None of my friends here at home read what I do, so it's really great to have someone to talk to about all the books I read. Whether it's chatting about the latest books we bought or discussions about the latest True Blood episode, we always have a good time.



A few years ago Amy of My Overstuffed Bookshelf actually stumbled upon my blog. She had sent me a email. Explaining who she was and that she was new to blogging and asking for advice.  At the time I still felt pretty new to blogging and really didn't think I could help much. But I thought about it, and well dang I wish I had, had someone to help me when I was starting out. So I emailed her back and we've been friends ever since. She is a wonderful reviewer/blogger. What I really love about Amy is the passion she has for what she reads and her blogger friends.  I've seen many times when there has been negativity towards a book, author or blogger... she always has your back with fierce conviction.



This seems to have turned out to be more about friendship than Community/blogging. But for me they go hand in hand. If you get a chance stop by and check these two blogs out. :)
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Monday, September 13, 2010

BBAW Giveaway

Last year for my BBAW Giveaway I threw it together at the last minute. This time around I planned ahead a little. A while back I passed 500 + followers and had good intentions of doing a giveaway but it got away from me... so it's turned into my BBAW Giveaway. You will find 3 different giveaway's to enter. Good Luck!

Giveaway #1- Box O' Books - Open to U.S Residents. To enter fill out form below.

Books include: Remember Me by Christopher Pike, The Mammoth Book of Vampire Romance 2 (Anthology), Fairies Gone Wild (Anthology), Married by Morning by Lisa Kleypas, The Wild Irish Sea by Loucinda McGary (ARC), Moon Craving by Lucy Monroe, Cupid Cats (Anthology), The Invisible Ring by Anne Bishop, Heiress To A Curse by Zandia Munson, Love Me Forever by Rosemary Laurey and An Earl to Enchant by Amelia Grey (ARC).



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Giveaway #2- A copy of Clockwork Angel - Open to Everyone! To enter fill out form below.

Clockwork Angel (The Infernal Devices #1)
By: Cassandra Clare

Magic is dangerous—but love is more dangerous still.

When sixteen-year-old Tessa Gray crosses the ocean to find her brother, her destination is England, the time is the reign of Queen Victoria, and something terrifying is waiting for her in London's Downworld, where vampires, warlocks and other supernatural folk stalk the gaslit streets. Only the Shadowhunters, warriors dedicated to ridding the world of demons, keep order amidst the chaos.

Kidnapped by the mysterious Dark Sisters, members of a secret organization called The Pandemonium Club, Tessa soon learns that she herself is a Downworlder with a rare ability: the power to transform, at will, into another person. What’s more, the Magister, the shadowy figure who runs the Club, will stop at nothing to claim Tessa's power for his own.

Friendless and hunted, Tessa takes refuge with the Shadowhunters of the London Institute, who swear to find her brother if she will use her power to help them. She soon finds herself fascinated by—and torn between—two best friends: James, whose fragile beauty hides a deadly secret, and blue-eyed Will, whose caustic wit and volatile moods keep everyone in his life at arm's length . . . everyone, that is, but Tessa. As their search draws them deep into the heart of an arcane plot that threatens to destroy the Shadowhunters, Tessa realizes that she may need to choose between saving her brother and helping her new friends save the world. . . . and that love may be the most dangerous magic of all.




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Giveaway #3- Goodies of Firelight by Sophie Jordan

I will be giving 2 sets of Firelight goodies away. Items are: Firelight
bookmark, Firelight post card & a Firelight sticker. To enter fill out the
form below. Open to U.S, Canada & International!






All winners will be announced on September 18th.Good Luck!
Feel free to comment, but to enter any of the giveaways,
you must fill out the forms.
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Book Blogger Appreciation Week: Kick Off & First Treasures



Today is the first day of Book Blogger Appreciation Week 2010. This is my second year joining in the festivities. Last year I registered on a whim to see what it was all about. I ended up getting short listed for Most Extravagant Giveaways. I didn't win my category but had such a lovely time taking part and meeting new bloggers. This year's theme is A Treasure Chest of Infinite Books and Infinite Blogs. Each week there will be a different topic to post about, you can check out what each topic is here.

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Today's topic is First Treasures: We invite you to share with us about a great new book blog you’ve discovered since BBAW last year! If you are new to BBAW or book blogging, share with us the very first book blog you discovered. Tell us why this blog rocks your socks off and why you keep going back for more. (description from BBAW site.)

I have discovered so many wonderful blogs since last years event it's really hard to pick just one. So, I'm gonna feature three blogs I've discovered in the last year that I really love.

All Things Urban Fantasy: One of my favorites. I discovered this blog through a friend, who had both designed our layouts. If your looking for anything or everything about UF, you sure to find it at this blog. Abigail writes intriguing reviews (I've discovered lots of recs through this site), her author content is one of the best I've seen. I love her guest author and interview features.

Tales of a Teenage Book Lover: I haven't come across many guys reviewing YA novels. But I did find Alex. I found this blog through the In My Mailbox feature at The Story Siren. Alex does a smashing job with his reviews. Your gonna find that he's reading and reviewing all kinds of YA books and I think that's great.


Manda's Movements: I discovered Manda's blog a few months back when she commented on one of my posts. So far I have been really enjoying her blog. This blog is just plain fun, in both design and content. I love that she reviews both books and movies at her blog.


I believe I mentioned this last year but for any new readers.... back when I first started blogging the first blog I read was Ramblings On Romance Etc..., and it's one I still read and love to this day. :)

This was a fun post to do. I look forward to reading other "First Treasures". Later today I will post my BBAW Giveaway.
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Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Book Blogger Appreciation Week 2010



The third annual Book Blogger Appreciation Week (BBAW) will be taking place September 13-17, 2010. This will be my second year taking part in this event. I had a blast last year and discovered many new blogs. If you have a book blog your welcome to join in the fun. Registration is a bit different this year so make sure you read everything carefully.

BBAW website
Registration

My blog isn't dedicated to one certain genre. While I do have my favorites I have reviewed quite a few different genres. So, out of the different categories to pick to be nominated in I went with Best Eclectic Book Blog.

Below are my 5 posts that I'm submitting to the judges:
Mind Games by Carolyn Crane
My Name Is Memory by Ann Brashares
Firespell by Chloe Neill
YA in 2010
Series Spotlight: Shelly Laurenston's Magnus Pack
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Friday, September 18, 2009

BBAW Contest Winners

And the winners are...

Farscapegirl
(Branded By Fire)

booklover1335
(Relentless)

housemouse88
(The Duke & I)

Michelle
(Kushiel's Dart)

ParaJunkee
(Prey)

Tynga
(The Den of Shadows Quartet)

Claim your book by sending your mailing information here:
annasbookblog@gmail.com

Congrats to all the winners!!
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009

BBAW: Reading Meme


Do you snack while you read? If so, favorite reading snack?
~No, Never!

Do you tend to mark your books as you read, or does the idea of writing in books horrify you?
~That is most horrifying!!

How do you keep your place while reading a book? Bookmark? Dog-ears? Laying the book flat open?
~I use bookmarks I've received from Authors.

Fiction, Non-fiction, or both?
~Fiction

Hard copy or audiobooks?
~Both

Are you a person who tends to read to the end of chapters, or are you able to put a book down at any point?
~I usually read to the end of Chapters

If you come across an unfamiliar word, do you stop to look it up right away?
~I look it up right away.

What are you currently reading?
~Bengal's Heart- Lora Leigh

What is the last book you bought?
~Catching Fire- Suzanne Collins

Are you the type of person that only reads one book at a time or can you read more than one at a time?
~I usually read two at a time.

Do you have a favorite time of day and/or place to read?
~Nope

Do you prefer series books or stand alone books?
~Both

Is there a specific book or author that you find yourself recommending over and over?
~Lately it's been Kristin Cashore and Suzanne Collins

How do you organize your books? (By genre, title, author’s last name, etc.?)
~Author's last name
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Monday, September 14, 2009

BBAW: My Favorite Blogs

Today is the first day of Book Blogger Appreciation Week. Since its all about Book Bloggers I thought I would mention some of my favorite blogs. I have been blogging for two years now and reading blogs has become just as addicting as blogging itself. I read a little over 100 blogs. Not everyday, but most of them. The very first book blog I started reading on a regular basis was Ramblings on Romance Etc... If you haven't been to see Kristi's blog I recommended it she sure knows her romance. I love all the blogs I read, but below you will find some of my favorite ones. :)




My BBAW Giveaway went up on Sunday. You can enter HERE
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Sunday, September 13, 2009

BBAW Giveaway *Contest Closed*


Book Blogger Appreciation Week starts this coming Monday, I thought now would be a nice time to kick off my contest. Ever since signing up for BBAW I've been thinking on what to do for the contest.

The six books below are what I picked out. Each book represents a genre I read and love. The genres being: Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy, Young Adult, Fantasy, Historical Romance & Erotica.

To enter leave a comment about your favorite genre(s), along with your email address. If there is a certain book you hope to win, leave that in the comment too. This contest will run all week. I'll pick the 6 winners on September 18th. Open to U.S. & Canada








You can check out the other BBAW Contests HERE
Good Luck!!!
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Monday, September 7, 2009

BBAW Shortlist Announced


The Book Blogger Appreciation site has announced the shortlist. Make sure you go and vote. Voting ends on Saturday, September 12 at 11:59pm EST. Click the link to Vote!

I'm excited to announce I was shortlisted for the category of Most Extravagant Giveaways. I love having giveaways and contest, so I'm happy to be nominated in this category! Thanks again to everyone that nominated me!



Congrats to all the nominees!!!!
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Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Harlequin Winners & Some Exciting News *updated*

And the winners are:

booklover1335
I Heart Book Gossip
Blodeuedd
Tracy
Book Reviews By Bobbie

Congrats to all the winners! Send your mailing information to
annasbookblog@gmail.com
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I found some exciting news in my inbox. Anna's Book Blog has been nominated for a BBAW Award for Best Romance Blog . Now I have to pick 5 posts to submit to the judges, that is gonna be a hard decision. Very nice surprise! :)

I have also been nominated for Most Extravagant Giveaways. This has just blown me over a bit. I wasn't expecting to get nominated. Thanks to everyone who nominated me.
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009

Book Blogger Appreciation Week


The Second Annual Book Blogger Appreciation Week kicks off September 14th and runs till September 18th. This event was created last year by Amy Riley from My Friend Amy in an effort to recognize the hard work and contribution of book bloggers to the promotion and preservation of a literate culture actively engaged in discussing books, authors, and a lifestyle of reading.

If you want to take part in Book Blogger Appreciation Week you need to
register you blog HERE Also help get the word out about Book Blogger
Appreciation Week by posting on your blog about it.
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