Interview with Rita Herron, author of Dark Hunger

by Carol28 Comments
I want to thank Rita Herron, author of Dark Hunger, for answering a few questions for me today. You can see my thoughts on the book below and keep reading for a chance to win a copy of the book for yourself.   Thanks again Rita for answering a few questions today. I really appreciate it. What draws you to writing romance? Why paranormal romance in particular? Once I started reading romance, I was hooked, so it seemed natural that I would write romance. Before reading romance though, I’d always enjoyed mysteries/suspense. After reading Tami Hoag’s Cry Wolf, I knew that was the type of book I wanted to write, one filled with great characters, an interesting setting, page-turning suspense, and romance --  one that had a happily-ever-after ending. I’m also drawn to romance because I like the optimism and hope that it offers. Our world is filled with so much dismal news, that I think it’s important that we escape, and that we...
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Dark Hunger by Rita Herron

by Carol1 Comment
  Dark Hunger (The Demonborn #2) by Rita Herron Reporter Annabelle Armstrong will go to any lengths to deliver a story, even track down Quinton Valtrez, a man she believes is a coldhearted assassin. Yet the truth about the darkly sensual Quinton is even more shocking...and the overwhelming desire he ignites is one she vows to resist. Quinton has fought his demonic powers since he was a child. Now using his gifts for the good of national security, he can't let himself be distracted by the beautiful, determined Annabelle. But his need for her is sudden, fierce--and could soon cost Annabelle her life. For a wicked enemy is out for vengeance, a demon who wants to draw Quinton into a life of pure evil and is willing to use Annabelle as bait. To save her, Quinton must achieve the near impossible: tame the sinister force that is both his inheritance and his curse before it claims him forever. My thoughts: This one was a slow start...
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Winners!

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Congratulations! You've won an audiobook copy of $20 Per Gallon: How the Inevitable Rise in the Price of Gasoline Will Change Our Lives for the Better by Christopher Steiner. amanda stacybuckeye Renee I will be contacting you all shortly for your mailing addresses.  I hope you enjoy the book! I personally am looking forward to reading it....
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Game Night- Tigris & Euphrates

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Tigris & Euphrates Designer: Reiner Knizia Manufacturer: Mayfair Games Artist: Stephen Graham Walsh Year: 2008 Players: 3 - 4 Time: 60 - 120 minutes Ages: 12 and up Step back to the dawn of recorded time. Take command of a young dynasty in fertile Mesopotamia. Here, between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, lies the cradle of civilization. Here, as the Bible tells, rose man's first cities: Ur, Nineveh, and fair Babylon. The game of Tigris & Euphrates lets you play a part in the epic saga of the rise of these great urban centers. Your dynasty struggles to develop and control the most vibrant culture in the rich land between the two rivers. Create the best balance between markets, temples, settlements, and farms, as you and your people try to forge your own new civilization and dominate the storied valleys of the Tigris and Euphrates. My thoughts: I would consider this one of the newer classic board games. You have four different leaders: farming, trading, religion, and government, each a different...
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Giveaways in Blogland

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I thought I’d let you know some of the giveaways I ran across this week. As always, my current giveaways are listed on my sidebar and make sure you check out West of Mars- Win a Book! where there's always a ton of links to great contests, interviews and guest posts. The White Queen by Philippa Gregory, at Melody's Reading Corner (ends August 17, International) The Crowning Glory of Cally Lily Ponder by Rebecca Wells, at She Is Too Fond of Books (ends August 21, US and Canada) Prophecy of the Sisters by Michelle Zink, at Pure Imagination (ends August 25) Damas, Dramas and Ana Ruiz by Belinda Acosta, at Drey's Library (ends August 27, US and Canada, no PO boxes) Damas, Dramas and Ana Ruiz by Belinda Acosta, at Peeking Between the Pages (ends August 30, US and Canada, no PO boxes) 360 Degrees Longitude by John Higham, at Book Blab (emds September 1, US and Canada) The Only Alien on the Planet by Kristin D....
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Book Blogger Appreciation Week Meme

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My Friend Amy put together a short BBAW meme. Since this my first year joining in, I'm answering the questions for new participants. 1)  What has been one of the highlights of blogging for you? Just joining this great community of readers is the highlight for me. I had no clue when I started my blog how many wonderful people I would "meet" and I love sharing my thoughts on books with people who actually care. 2)  What blogger has helped you out with your blog by answering questions, linking to you, or inspiring you? Kathy, from Bermudaonion's Weblog, is so great at commenting. In the beginning, especially, it was nice to know that people were actually reading what I wrote. 3)  What one question do you have about BBAW that someone who participated last year could answer? I don't really know enough yet to think of any good questions. I may come back to this one....
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