West of Mars -- Win a Book!

Time to Move the Party!

2009-06-01T10:33:00.002-04:00

Yes, boys and girls, it's June 1 and other than a few reminders, this is the last post here on the Blogger platform. All the goodness has moved over to the West of Mars hub. It's Susan's author site, so feel free to poke around.

We'll continue to tweak the new Win a Book site. Let us know if you find anything that needs attention.

See you over there! And remember to update your feed readers and any links on your blogs. You won't regret it!

Use this link.

The G-Free Diet

2009-05-31T15:44:00.000-04:00

It's Self Help Sunday over at the Chic Book Review and Amy's giving away 5 copies of THE G FREE DIET by Elisabeth Hasselbeck. US and Canada only; please, no PO boxes. Ends June 7th. To enter, leave your email address in your comment

Click here.

Rachel Renee Russell - Guest Blog

2009-05-30T15:59:00.000-04:00

Over at Peeking Between the Pages, Dar has a cool giveaway up. Rachel Renee Russell, author of Dork Diaries dropped by with a hilarious guest post and has a really cool marketing idea-she's offered up one of Nikki's purses filled with goodies along with a copy of Dork Diaries. The giveaway is only open to US and Canadian residents (no PO boxes) and she'll be drawing for the winner on June 15.

You can get in on this here.

Audiobook Giveaways

2009-05-30T15:54:00.000-04:00

Luanne at A Bookworm's world has jumped on the Hachette audiobook bandwagon and has three titles to offer. Usual stuff applies - Canada and the US, no po boxes please.

The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly - ends Friday June 19th.
Click here.

Cemetary Dance by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child - ends Saturday June 20th.
Click here.

The Way Home by George Pelecanos - ends Tuesday June 23rd.
Click here.

Public Service Announcement:

2009-05-29T21:46:00.001-04:00

The days are winding down. June 1 will be here before you know it.

Be sure to switch your feeds, your links, and all that other stuff.

Win a Book at West of Mars.

Wings

2009-05-29T17:48:00.000-04:00

Book Review & ARC Giveaway of WINGS by Aprilynne Pike at J. Kaye's Book Blog.

Aprilynne Pike's debut novel, WINGS, is the first of four books. J. Kaye was blown out of the water by this YA book.

This ARC will be given to one reader who comments on J. Kaye's blog.

Click here to read all the rules and to enter.

Priceless Memories

2009-05-29T16:02:00.001-04:00

Reading with Monie has 3 copies of Priceless Memories on audio by Bob Barker.

To enter to win one of three copies of this unabridged audio book leave a comment telling Monie what other game show you love besides The Price is Right. Be sure to leave your email address if you don't have a blog or it's not in your Blogger profile.

Open to US and Canada only with no PO Boxes.

Ends June 9th.

Click here to enter.

The G-Free Diet

2009-05-29T15:56:00.001-04:00

The G-Free Diet by Elisabeth Hasselbeck is up for grabs at Readaholic. In this all-inclusive book, Hasselbeck shares her hard-earned wisdom on living life without gluten and loving it.

Hachette has given her permission to give out 5 copies to 5 random commenters.

Open to residents of the US and Canada. Cannot mail to a P.O. Box.

There's a plethora of ways to enter! Click here.

The Link

2009-05-29T15:51:00.000-04:00

The Link will reveal in full detail the entire story of the discovery, excavation, and preservation, and the revolutionary significance of Ida, a fossil that is twenty times older than most fossils that explain human evolution.

Anna over at Hachette has given Readaholic permission to give out 5 copies to 5 random commenters.

Open to residents of the US and Canada. Cannot mail to a P.O. Box.

Click here. There are lots of ways to gain chances!

Ends June 11th.

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP

2009-05-29T15:39:00.000-04:00

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP by Lauren
Lipton is now being given away at Popin's Lair. Hachette has graciously allowed her to giveaway five copies of the book. The giveaway ends on June 15 and it's only open to those living in Canada/US, No P.O. Box addresses please.

You can read Popin's review here.

Use this link to enter.

Abigail Spells

2009-05-29T15:27:00.000-04:00

We hope you watched the National Spelling Bee Championship last night. In that same vein, enter to w-i-n Abigail Spells picturebook by Anna Alter at at Brimful Curiosities.

Abigail Spells perfectly introduces young children to the concept of spelling as well as emphasizing the importance of friendship while de-emphasizing the importance of winning.

Knopf Books for Young Readers has kindly offered to give away (3) copies of Abigail Spells to three Brimful Curiosities readers.

To enter, leave a comment relevant to their post or name three images used in the Abigail Spells word matching game at www.abigailspells.com.

To check it out and enter, click here.

Contest ends 6/15/09.

The Convenient Marriage

2009-05-29T14:40:00.001-04:00

Since it's Friday, it's the last Georgette Heyer giveaway at Maymay's Memos. She's sad to see it end. So am I.

Today's book is The Convenient Marriage. Isn't that a familiar theme in romance novels? Well, check out how Ms. Heyer handles it. You'll be impressed. And yes, I CAN say this without having read the novel! (Who else can make horrid eyebrows a valid reason for not being a catch?)

You've got to move fast, as Shawn will be drawing for the winners of ALL the books tomorrow. Saturday.

Go on! Use this link! Get moving!

April and Oliver

2009-05-29T14:35:00.001-04:00

chic Book Chick is at it again! It's Free Book Friday in Amy's world, and this week she's got a copy of April and Oliver, written by Tess Callahan.

I've never heard of this book. It's a good thing she provides a synopsis.

She's also got one copy for our US/Canada friends who use something other than a PO Box.

Check it out via this link for all the deets.

The Scarecrow (and) Cemetery Dance (audios)

2009-05-29T14:09:00.001-04:00

Mary K From LA has got TWO great gives that are making me drool. Hard.

She's got UNABRIDGED AUDIO books (three copies of each) to share. And they are doozies.

The first is Michael Connelly's The Scarecrow. I'm still bummed I can't go see him when he's in town this weekend. Kids. Family. You know how it is; no wonder we need to escape into a good book on a regular basis!

The other audio book is ... well, it's from more authors whose most recent appearance I had to miss ('cause I didn't know about it!). It's Lincoln Child and Douglas Preston. Or Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child. You pick. The book is Cemetery Dance. You KNOW you want to listen to this one with the lights up!

Your hostess (or, where Mary K From LA blogs) is Just One More Page... or Two. This is a US/Canada/street address only contest. And you have to mention which book you want. I don't think you can win both, unless you get really lucky.

Good luck choosing. I sure can't.

You have until June 21 to enter. Use this link.

Cafe of Dreams - Audiobook Giveaways

2009-05-28T14:48:00.001-04:00

Two more audiobook giveaways going on at Cafe of Dreams. Both are U.S. and Canadian addresses only (no PO Boxes). To enter, just leave a comment.

Here are the links:

Win 1 of 3 copies of the Audio Book version of Michael Connelly's The Scarecrow. Contest ends June 5th.

Click here.

Win 1 of 3 copies of the Audio Book version of George Pelecanos The Way Home. Contest ends June 8th.

Use this link.

To Beguile a Beast

2009-05-28T14:38:00.001-04:00

Here's a newcomer to Win A Book, Bookfan-Mary. Welcome!

She's hosting a giveaway for To Beguile a Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt. Giveaway: 5 copies thanks to Hachette Book Group.

- To enter you must include your email in the comment
- Only residents of the U.S. or Canada are eligible to win
- No P.O. Boxes
- Contest ends Wednesday June 3, 10pm edt.

Use this link.

The Night Gardener

2009-05-28T14:33:00.000-04:00

The Night Gardener by George Pelecanos at Today's Adventure. She has up to 5 copies to distribute. Usual Hachette rules apply. Canada or the US, no PO boxes. Giveaway ends June 10th.

Click here for more.

The Corinthian - Georgette Heyer

2009-05-28T14:30:00.001-04:00

I believe this is the third Georgette Heyer giveaway from Maymay's Memos. This time, it's The Corinthian, a love story that's way more than a triangle, it's a love web!

Click here to enter.

The Last Queen

2009-05-28T14:23:00.000-04:00

At Cafe of Dreams, they have a giveaway for 1 copy of The Last Queen by C.W. Gortner. It is a tie in with their review and tour stop for the book. Instructions on entering are at the bottom of the review!

Here's the link.

(by the way, no shipping restrictions on this one :) )

Dope Thief

2009-05-28T14:13:00.000-04:00

Number One Novels is running another contest this week. They've got another mystery up for grabs, this week debut author Dennis Tafoya's Dope Thief.

Here's how to enter:

1. Leave a comment after the interview answering the following question: Dennis Tafoya mentions how he enjoys rereading Cormac McCarthy; what authors do you enjoy rereading, if any?

2. Become a follower of the Number One Novels (NON) blog and let her know in the comments after the interview. If you're already a follower, just remind her in the comments.

3. Post about NON on your own blog and send her the link (in the comments).

4. Tweet about this interview and contest and send her the link (in the comments).

With all comments, be sure to leave an email address at which they can contact you.

You can combine all ways you've entered into one comment and still be entered multiple times. The winner will be selected randomly and notified next Monday. This contest ends at midnight on Sunday, May 31.

Click here to enter.

A Hint of Wicked

2009-05-28T12:04:00.002-04:00

Over at Yankee Romance Reviewers, the contests are heating up. Now they've got five copies of Jennifer Haymore's A Hint of Wicked.

Not sure you'd like this? The awesome YRR team has posted an excerpt. Check it out. Get hooked (like I just did).

You have until June 7 to enter. This is a Canada/US/No PO Box contest, per the publisher's rules (as always).

Be sure to leave your e-mail in the comment itself!

Use this link for more. And that excerpt. Did I mention that???

The Night Gardener

2009-05-28T10:30:00.001-04:00

Socrates' Book Review is holding another book giveaway. Now, it's for 5 copies of The Night Gardener by George Pelecanos. Open until June 19th.

Click here to enter.

The Night Gardener

2009-05-28T10:25:00.001-04:00

Readaholic's giving away 5 copies of The Night Gardener by George Pelecanos.

Open to residents of the US and Canada. Cannot mail to a P.O. Box Giveaway ends 6/10.

Click here.

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP

2009-05-28T10:20:00.000-04:00

Diary of an Eccentric's giving away 5 copies of Mating Rituals of the North American WASP by Lauren Lipton.

Leave a comment on her post. Be sure to include your email address. An extra entry will be given to those who tweet or blog about this giveaway and let Anna know in the comments.

Since the publisher is handling shipping, this giveaway is open to U.S. and Canada addresses only, no P.O. boxes.

The giveaway will run until Wednesday, June 3 at 11:59 pm EST.

Use this link.

The Genie in Your Genes

2009-05-28T10:14:00.002-04:00

Here's a different giveaway, this time it's for Dr. Dawson Church's The Genie in your Genes health book.

Anyone who comments is automatically entered to win a copy.

Click here to read their interview and comment.

Before You Were Here, Mi Amor

2009-05-27T19:35:00.002-04:00

Another giveaway from our newest friend, Brimful Curiosities.

Before You Were Here, Mi Amor is the newest "baby book" out there, in a bilingual, picture book format by Samantha Vamos.

Samantha's been kind enough to offer one copy to Brimful's readers.

Click here to enter.

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP

2009-05-27T19:30:00.003-04:00

Another newcomer to Win A Book, Brimful Curiosities is giving away 3 copies of Mating Rituals of the North American WASP by Lauren Lipton.

Welcome!

Open to the US only, ends June 8th.

Click here.

The G Free Diet

2009-05-27T17:15:00.004-04:00

We've seen this one before, The G Free Diet, where the "G" stands for gluten. But, it's good to list it again!

Over at Merry Weather, she's giving away 2 copies of this great diet book by Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Merry Weather also gives a nice review of this book.

The giveaway starts today and ends on June 9th; the winner will be announced on June 10th. Open to US and Canada only, post your email address in your comment to enter.

Enter here.

Red Fire

2009-05-27T17:09:00.003-04:00

At J. Kaye's Book Blog, she's got a book review & ARC giveaway of Red Fire by Deidre Knight.

Giveaway Rules are the same as always:

• You must be 18 years or older

• US and Canada residents only

• Winners will NOT be notified by email. The winner will be posted on June 27, 2009.

• Make sure your entry can be distinguished by others who post.

• Comment and enter once

Multiple entries are possible, check it out here.

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP

2009-05-27T17:02:00.002-04:00

You can win a copy of Mating Rituals of the North American WASP at So Many Books, So Little Time.

HOW TO ENTER:

+1 Post a comment saying that you would like to be entered (make sure to leave your e-mail address or your comment won't count!)

+1 Post about the contest on your blog and leave the link in your comment

+1 Become a follower (or if you already follow, let her know!)

~~For each thing that you do, please leave a separate comment or you will only be entered once!!
~~The contest will end on Wednesday June 3rd at 11:59pm
~~This contest is open to US and Canada only, no PO Boxes.

Click here.

Guest Interview: Lauren Lipton

2009-05-27T16:59:00.002-04:00

I am so high on this interview that when I posted about it at the new Win a Book site, I didn't even see the give at the bottom!

THAT is high praise.

I'm talking about the interview at Savvy Verse and Wit, which Serena has done with author Lauren Lipton. Awesome.

And at the end, if that's not enough awesomeness for you, Serena's got three copies of Mating Rituals of the North American Wasp to share. (US/Canada only, and no PO Boxes)

Really. The whole thing is awesome. Check it out via this link.

Hoot

2009-05-27T16:57:00.004-04:00

Ashley over at Books Obsession has a giveaway for the book Hoot by Carl Hiaasen. The giveaway ends on June 30.

Welcome to Win A Book! This is Ashley's first giveaway post here.

Only open to the US, sorry folks! Include your email in your comment, giveaway ends June 30th.

Link to hers here.

Win-It Wednesday: Audrey, Wait!

2009-05-27T16:49:00.003-04:00

At Melissa Walker: The Blog, it's Win-It Wednesday: Audrey, Wait! by Robin Benway.

Enter to win a gently used ARC of this fun book.

Use this link. No mention of any restrictions, so enter away!

The Nonesuch

2009-05-27T16:44:00.001-04:00

Here's to Maymay's second Georgette Heyer contest!

Read up on Maymay's review of The Nonesuch and stop by to comment and enter to win.

Click here.

Morbid Romantic Giveaways

2009-05-27T16:34:00.003-04:00

Morbid Romantic is up to giving away two books:

Testimony by Anita Shreve
Click here.

And (surprise, surprise!)

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP by Lauren Lipton
Use this link.

Both end on June 7th. US and Canada only, no PO Boxes.

Lauren Lipton Interview

2009-05-27T16:26:00.003-04:00

The Blog Tour for Mating Rituals of the North American WASP is officially underway!! The Burton Review has an awesome, unique and intriguing guest post by the author Lauren Lipton, and a giveaway of her newest release going on for three lucky commenters!

Be sure to pay attention though... you really have to read the post in order to win!!

Ends June 18th.

Click here to read (um, make that "study") the interview.

Mating Rituals of the North American WASP

2009-05-27T16:17:00.004-04:00

It's the latest "hot book" in the blogosphere today, Mating Rituals of the North American WASP by Lauren Lipton.

Peeking Between the Pages has 3 copies up for grabs. Giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents only (no PO boxes). She'll be drawing for the winners on June 15.

You can check out her review and enter by using this link.

Santa Olivia

2009-05-27T15:03:00.003-04:00

Amy at chic Book Reviews is absolutely raving about the latest Jacqueline Carey novel, Santa Olivia. RAVING, I tell you.

Check it out for yourself.

And when you're done reading Amy's review, if you're in the US or Canada but don't have a PO Box (or are willing to forego it), you can enter to win one lone copy. (I'm so used to writing five! But yes, only one.)

You have until June 3. Use this link.

Mating Rituals of the North American Wasp

2009-05-27T13:15:00.002-04:00

I am STILL digging this book. Its title. Its concept. I've GOT to read it.

IT is Mating Rituals of the North American Wasp, and IT was written by Lauren Lipton. And IT can be yours if you win the extra copy that Booking Mama's got. (And check out all those awesome links she provides! If you want to know why I'm so into this, those links will answer your questions and then some.)

Yeah, umm... winners of the book must live in the US or Canada. Sorry, gang. But everyone can look at the links!

Use this link before June 10.

The Night Gardener

2009-05-27T11:53:00.003-04:00

Man, George Pelecanos is everywhere these days. (Including near me over the weekend and yes, I'd love to go see him!)

Today, while he himself isn't at Just One More Page ... or Two, five copies of The Night Gardener are. This is, as usual when five copies are up for grabs, a US/Canada/street address only contest. Bummer, I know.

You have until June 21. Use this link.

Right on the Money

2009-05-27T11:42:00.003-04:00

Wendy's Minding Spot is minding the money today. Right on the Money, in fact, written by Pat Robertson.

Okay, okay. The WHOLE title is: Right on the Money: Financial Advice for Tough Times. Why do non-fiction books always have such long titles?

And yes, the author is THE Pat Robertson. Interesting...

This is a US/Canada/no PO Box contest. Sorry to those of you trying to pinch pennies outside of these two countries. You know I'd fix that if I could!

Use this link by June 2.

Fallen

2009-05-27T11:35:00.002-04:00

I have NOT fallen and I can get up (for now).

So no bad jokes about falling. Not when I'm here to tell you that The Mad Hatter's Bookshelf and Book Review site has author Tim Lebbon stopping by today, to guest post and give away a copy of his newly-in-paperback book, Fallen.

The give is for a paperback, and it's OPEN WORLDWIDE. Wow. Follow the rules by June 4 to enter.

There's also a link to another book by Mr. Lebbon, but this is a UK-only contest.

I like this guy's guest post. I get him, but I'm also charmed by him. Now I need to read his books!

Check it all out via this link.

Author Appearance: Judi Hendricks

2009-05-27T11:13:00.003-04:00

Hey, you California people! I know you're out there... here's a chance to get out of your house for a bit.

Author Judi Hendricks (it says Judith Ryan Hendricks on her book covers) will be appearing at THREE bookstores next week. Why not go out and see her? She'd love the company -- an author's worst fear is being at a book signing all alone. And if you're the only one there, you've got a captive audience in her, too!

Here's the deets:

June 3 (Wednesday)
7:00 PM
Fiction Forum
Barnes & Noble Marina Pacifica
6326 E. Pacific Coast Highway
Long Beach, CA

June 7 (Sunday)
3:00 PM
Friends of the Library Los Alamitos-Rossmoor
12700 Montecito Road
Seal Beach, CA

June 15 (Monday)
7:00 PM
Fiction Forum
Barnes & Noble Bella Terra
7881 Edinger Ave. #110
Huntington Beach, CA

Monica McCarty - Guest Appearance

2009-05-27T08:00:00.001-04:00

Beam me up, Scottish!

Bestselling NYT Scottish historical romance author Monica McCarty makes an appearance on IMHO this Wednesday, 27 May 2009, discussing one of her Dark Knights from her back-to-back Scottish HIGHLAND trilogy. Come join us as we wind up our theme for May, “Dark Knights in Shining Armor,” for a chance to win a gift basket filled with signed books by Deanna Raybourn, Catherine Kean, Tera Lynn Childs, Monica McCarty, and me, your host, TJ Bennett, as well as a $20 gift card to Barnes & Noble and a jewelry gift set designed and handcrafted by local Houston artisans BlackDogWhiteDogJewelry.

Pop on over here.

Guest Blogger: Elosia James

2009-05-27T07:52:00.001-04:00

From our friends at Yankee Romance Reviewers:

Eloisa James is Guest Blogging at Yankee Romance Reviewers on Wednesday May 27th. Stop by and read what Eloisa has to say about American Idol and her new book "This Dutchess of Mine".
Leave a comment and your email addy and you'll be entered to have a chance at winning one of 3 signed HB UK editons of Desperate Duchesses being given away. (No email addy, no chance to win!) Winner will be announced at the end of the week. Hope to see you there.

Use this link to meet one of the (I'm told) coolest ladies around.

The Night Gardener

2009-05-26T20:39:00.003-04:00

Our buddy Luanne at A Bookworm's World has a new giveaway posted tonight for The Night Gardener by George Pelecanos. Dark murder mystery and the cover shot is great. Five copies to be won by anyone in the US or Canada who doesn't have a PO box.

Stop by here to enter.

A Long Stone's Throw

2009-05-26T20:35:00.000-04:00

Also at J. Kaye's Book Blog, Hachette is having an Audio Book Giveaway: A LONG STONE'S THROW, autographed by the author, Alphie McCourt.

This book is by the youngest McCourt (oldest brother Frank being the author of Angela's Ashes) and his journey to America, beginning in 1959.

Stop by here to enter and read up on the rules.

Public Service Announcement:

2009-05-26T19:21:00.003-04:00

Before I run off for the night to cheer my Penguins on to ... well, I'll shut up about that before I jinx my favorite flightless birds...

Ahem.

Before I run off to watch the Stanley Cup Playoffs, I wanted to tell you guys that posts are starting to go up at the new Win a Book home.

Remember, we make THE BIG SWITCH on June 1. Head over. Grab the feed. Check out the fun.

USE THIS LINK.

Sea Changes

2009-05-26T16:18:00.001-04:00

Peeking Between the Pages has a great giveaway just posted today. It's for 2 copies of Sea Changes by Gail Graham.

The giveaway is only open to US and Canadian residents and she'll be drawing for the winners on June 11. The link is here.

Georgette Heyer Giveaway of Cousin Kate

2009-05-26T16:12:00.003-04:00

As Susan talked about yesterday, it's Georgette Heyer week at Maymay's Memos.

Well, here's the first contest. Cousin Kate by Georgette Heyer.

Want to win a copy of this book? Simply leave Maymay a comment with a way to contact you. She'll be posting the winner on Saturday, so hurry up, what are you waiting for?

Click here.

Rosemary Laurey - Interview and Giveaway

2009-05-26T16:06:00.002-04:00

At Patricia's Vampire Notes there is an interview with author Rosemary Laurey best known for her vampire romances. She is still writing about vampires but this time the setting is England during the Second World War, and the undead are helping the Nazi's prepare for a German invasion. The title of her new book is Bloody Good and she uses the pseudonym Georgia Evans.

Stop by here to ask a question, or make a comment for a chance to win a copy of Bloody Good.

Hurry! The contest portions runs from May 26 until May 28at 11:59 PM.

A Great and Terrible Beauty

2009-05-26T15:56:00.002-04:00

Audio book of Libba Bray's A GREAT AND TERRIBLE BEAUTY up for grabs at Booking Mama. Random House Audio and Listening Library has graciously offered to giveaway an audio copy of Libby Bray's A GREAT AND TERRIBLE BEAUTY to one lucky person. This is the first book in a series, and Booking Mama's been dying to "read" these books.

To enter, just leave a comment with your e-mail address telling her why you enjoy listening to books. To double or triple your chances, you can blog and/or tweet about this contest with a link back. This contest is open until June 9th, and she will notify the winner the following day. This contest is open to those of you with U.S. and Canada mailing addresses only. Good luck!

Also, check out the Fantasy Road Trip giveaway as well!

Click here.

How To Buy A Love Of Reading

2009-05-26T15:51:00.002-04:00

Amanda's having a new contest! 1 lucky winner will get the newly released book How To Buy A Love Of Reading. Contest ends June 20th. Also, by clicking here and reading the instructions on the post, you can gain bonus entries!

The contest link is here, and it is U.S Only!

Bookshelf Cleanup

2009-05-26T15:44:00.002-04:00

At Today's Adventure, Vanessa's trying to find new homes for the box of stray books in her closet. There's a little something for everyone, so come check it out. She will select one winner for every 25 people who enter. Open to the US and Canada. Contest closes June 25th.

Use this link to check out her list of books and to enter.

The 8th Confession - Audiobook

2009-05-26T15:40:00.002-04:00

Hachette Audio Book Giveaway: THE 8TH CONFESSION by James Patterson at J. Kaye's Book Blog.

Giveaway Rules:

• You must be 18 years or older

• US and Canada residents only

• Winners will NOT be notified by email. The winner will be posted on June 27, 2009.

• Make sure your entry can be distinguished by others who post.

• Comment and enter once

Click here for details and info on more ways to win!

The Caryatids

2009-05-26T15:35:00.002-04:00

Win a copy of Bruce Sterling's The Caryatids at Pat's Fantasy Hotlist.

To enter, the rules are the same as usual. You need to send an email at reviews@gryphonwood.net with the header "CARYATIDS."

Second, your email must contain your full mailing address (that's snail mail!), otherwise your message will be deleted.

Lastly, multiple entries will disqualify whoever sends them. And please include your screen name and the message boards that you frequent using it, if you do hang out on a particular MB.

Click here for details on this book.

Alex Beecroft - Guest Author

2009-05-26T13:32:00.002-04:00

At Unusual Historicals, they have as a guest Author, Alex Beecroft as she celebrates the release of her debut, False Colors, a m/m romance set on the high seas of the 18th century.

If you would like to enter for a chance to win a copy of False Colors, make a question or comment for Alex. The winner will be drawn at random in one week (Sunday, May 31st).

Click here to read the interview and comment.

Georgette Heyer Week

2009-05-26T12:14:00.003-04:00

It's Georgette Heyer Week over at MayMay's Memos!!

If you're not a big romance fan, you may not know how deeply Ms. Heyer's works have influenced thousands of romance writers (the published and the not-published, I'm sure).

The savvy folk at Sourcebooks understand the sort of power Ms. Heyer had. They are reprinting many of her books -- how many, I don't know and I'd dig it up but I'd really like to work on my own books today, so if you know, leave it in the comments and I'll edit this post.

Maymay's going to give four of Ms. Heyer's books away at the end of the week.

Start here, at this post. You'll have to remember to go back and check out the rest of the week's offerings, but I promise, this is one bookmark you'll be glad you make!

Mating Rituals of the North American Wasp

2009-05-26T12:03:00.002-04:00

Okay, now, when I saw this book title (Mating Rituals of the North American Wasp), my tired brain decided it was a boring book of nonfiction. Then I thought of this book called The Wasp Factory, which I was supposed to be on a book ring for, but I guess the book got lost 'cause it never got here.

I did NOT expect the clever title, or the uproarious plot concept.

Check it out at chic Book Reviews. Amy does author Lauren Lipton proud with her post. I don't know about you, but now I've GOT to read this.

You can win it... if you're a member of Amy's Goodreads group. We don't usually post gives that have these sorts of strings attached, but Amy's a good friend and if you're too lazy to join the group, that simply ups MY chances at this book!

Read all about it via this link.

Of Bees and Mist

2009-05-26T09:33:00.003-04:00

Grumpy Dan's being generous (to his US friends), not grumpy. I doubt he's going to change his name; Grumpy Dan doesn't invite freeloaders (one would hope!).

He's got his gently read ARC of Erick Setiawan's Of Bees and Mist to share. The book isn't out until August 5, but since Dan is closing this contest on June 5, you can get a sneak peek.

Check it all out via this link.

Blood Line (and) Calen

2009-05-26T09:25:00.002-04:00

Welcome Jaime and The Plot Line to Win a Book!

Anyone who comments on THIS post, a blurb of Rie McGaha's Blood Line, will be entered into a contest to win both Blood Line and Calen.

I know, there's no mention of the contest listed. That's what makes it fun! (And I know Jaime, so it's all good.)

If it's Tuesday...

2009-05-26T09:22:00.003-04:00

If it's Tuesday, you know it's time for us to post Katrina's Monday Book Giveaway at Stone Soup!

This week, she's got brand new, hardback copy of Emily Listfield’s new novel, Best Intentions. She's also throwing in a CD of Keri Noble's CD. A book AND music. Sounds like Susan's idea of nirvana. (the state of being, not the band.) (See? It's all about music and books in my world.)

Stop on by before Katrina turns off the comments on the post... that'd be next Sunday.

Use this link.

Outcast

2009-05-26T09:14:00.003-04:00

I love Amy over at chic Book Reviews (and not just because she's giving away a copy of my book, either!). She's SO full of energy and good vibes, I can't help but smile whenever I go to her blog -- or get an e-mail from her, as I did just now.

She's got a review of Cheryl Brooks' Outcast up on her front page, and with it, a cool review with Ms. Brooks.

AND, at the very end of this goodness (the start of the post, with the book covers, had me howling hard enough to scare the cats!), is one copy of Outcast, for US and Canada friends, but no PO Box addresses. *sigh*

Check it ALL out via this link. You won't be disappointed.

Dark Hunger (Graphic Novel)

2009-05-26T09:06:00.002-04:00

Ever wanted to understand the power of a graphic novel -- a novel-length comic book -- but wasn't sure where to start?

Ever wanted your favorite characters to exist as more than black and white print on a page?

Ever been such a Christine Feehan fan that you couldn't get enough?

Ever wanted something cool????

Shaunie's got a fix for you. She's giving away her gently-read, BookCrossing-registered copy of Christine Feehan's Dark Hunger. This is the graphic novel version of Feehan's novel; you can watch the story come to life.

Enter at Shaunie's Happy Place before June 13, and tell Shaunie what were creature you'd like to be. Yes, you readers of some of the big book review blogs, were-hamsters count.

Use this link.

Public Service Announcement:

2009-05-25T07:36:00.003-04:00

Actually, I've got two today:

First, Bridget and I would like to wish you guys a very happy Memorial Day. Take a second and think about the meaning of the day. The people we're honoring have more guts than Trevor does. (You might want to scurry over to The Meet and Greet and see what I'm talking about.)

Also, we'll be moving Win a Book over to my West of Mars platform starting on June 1. You can make that easier on yourself by going over there NOW and picking up the feed. Check out the place. Let me know what you think.

More posts will be added this week. Maybe they'll be posts about things you send us. Maybe I've got a few surprises up my sleeve.

And then, on June 1, we'll leave a "Farewell, come hang at our new place" post here, and the party will really get swinging over at West of Mars.

Once again, the link for the NEW Win a Book:

The NDD Book

2009-05-25T07:30:00.002-04:00

Nutrition's an important thing. And now famed Dr. Sears has something to say about it in his book, The NDD Book: How Nutrition Deficit Disorder Affects Your Child's Learning, Behavior, and Health, and What You Can Do About It - Without Drugs.

(Holy smoke. If you're trying to read that book title, I hope YOU don't have ADD. Of course, with a title THAT long, you just might by the time you're done slogging through there!)

It's an interesting concept, isn't it? Studies have shown that being out in nature help relieve some symptoms of ADD. And now to feed our bodies properly... yeah. It makes sense to me.

But what do I know? I'm just some hack writer.

(Apologies to anyone who just made beverages come out their noses.)

You can check out this book thanks to Merry Weather. She's got two copies to share with friends in the US and Canada. Let me know if the book is easier to read than its title!

Use this link before June 7.

Chicken Soup for the Soul - Campus Chronicles

2009-05-24T14:58:00.003-04:00

Tara's View on Books is giving away 2 copies of Chicken Soup for the Soul - Campus Chronicles.

Here's 101 real college stories from real college students.

Click here to enter.

Dead and Gone (True Blood)

2009-05-24T14:52:00.002-04:00

Dead and Gone (a Sookie Stackhouse novel) by Charlaine Harris, continues the True Blood series. These books have been made into an HBO series. This was a Free Book Friday requested author! Check out her interview as well.

Sign up here.

The New Kid

2009-05-24T14:48:00.002-04:00

Free Book Friday Teens is giving away 5 signed copies of The New Kid by Temple Matthews.

Stop by and check out this book and the author Q&A.

Sign up for a chance to win.

Click here.

Yankee Romance Reviewers

2009-05-23T13:03:00.003-04:00

Three Hot Giveaways with 5 copies of each book to Giveaway = A Hot Total of 15 books! Don't miss out!

Bound to Please By Lilli Feisty - click here.

One Deadly Sin by by Annie Solomon - click here.

To Beguile a Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt - click here.

Yankee Romance Reviewers has 5 copies of each book to give away, many thanks to Anna at Hatchette for the books!!

So This Is What You Have To Do To Get An Entry!
1. Leave a Comment +1
2. Follow YRR +1 already a follower +2
3. Post this contest on your blog (can be on your sidebar or a post) +3

PLEASE put your email in your comments or no entry (no exceptions). This is for the USA and Canada only please and no Po Boxes (publishers rule)!

Winners will be announced on June 7th!

Giveaway of Audiobooks

2009-05-23T12:55:00.003-04:00

Books and Needlepoint has 3 copies of each audiobook listed. Only US and canada, no PO boxes. Giveaway ends June 15.

The Scarecrow by Michael Connelly - click here.

Cemetery Dance by Douglas Preston & Lincoln Child - click here.

The Secret Speech by Tom Rob Smith - click here.

The Way Home by George Pelecanos - click here.

George Dawes Green Books

2009-05-23T12:50:00.002-04:00

Bermudaonion's hosting a giveaway for all 3 of George Dawes Green's books, thanks to the wonderful folks at Hachette.

Here are the details:

One lucky winner will receive The Caveman’s Valentine, The Juror and Ravens. To enter this giveaway, simply leave a comment. Contest is open to US and Canadian residents only (no PO Boxes, please). Contest ends at midnight EST, Wednesday, June 3, 2009. Winner will be announced on Thursday, June 4, 2009.

Here's the link to enter.

Stop by to read her interview with George Dawes Green, too!

The Wolverine Files

2009-05-23T12:45:00.002-04:00

At Blood of the Muse, it's 5 copies of The Wolverine Files by Mike Barr.

To Enter to Win: Send an email to pstotts@bloodofthemuse.com with the subject line "WOLVERINE" and include your name and mailing address in the body of your email. Multiple entries will be disqualified. Winners will be selected at random. No purchase is necessary. Contest is open to residents of US and Canada only. Contest ends: May 30, 2009 at 11:59pm PST.

For more chances to win, and to read more about this book, click here.

Guide to Pirate Parenting

2009-05-23T12:36:00.003-04:00

Get your FREE e-book copy of Guide to Pirate Parenting, the hysterically funny parody of parenting advice books. Thanks to J. Kaye's Book Blog for notifying us about this!

Here's a fun guide to raising buccaneers, um, I mean, children.

No need to enter a contest, just click here to download your free PDF copy!

One Thousand Posts!

2009-05-22T16:41:00.002-04:00

Shaun at The World in a Satin Bag is busy celebrating. And why not??? Not every blogger makes it to 1000 posts. Shaun, however, has.

There are four different prizes you can drop by and try to win. Go for it gang!

These contests are open to the US only -- UNLESS you can pitch in for shipping. I know, it seems kinda cheesy to pitch in for shipping, but have you seen rates lately? Sheesh. They can kill ya.

There are also lots of ways to gain extra entries. Check 'em all out.

You have until June 11. Use this link.

A Hint of Wicked

2009-05-22T09:51:00.001-04:00

It's Free Book Friday at Chick Book Chick!

Amy's got a review up of A Hint of Wicked by Jennifer Haymore and is giving away 5 copies.

She's also got another fun prize pack giveaway! YAY!

Click here to get in on the fun.

Lesley Livingston - Guest Blog

2009-05-22T09:46:00.002-04:00

Wondrous Strange by Lesley Livingston.

Young Adult Author Lesley Livingston is Guest Blogging at Yankee Romance Reviewers on Friday May 22nd. Stop by and read their interview about her new book Wondrous Strange.

Terra has a copy of Wondrous Strange that will be given away to one lucky commenter who leaves Lesley a comment/question and your email addy. (No email addy, no chance to win!) Winner will be announced at the end of the week.

Click here.

Obama's Blackberry

2009-05-22T09:42:00.002-04:00

Joystory is holding a drawing for Obama's Blackberry by Kasper Hauser. Joy's got 5 copies to giveaway.

Rules:

Leave a comment expressing your interest in entering the drawing.

Provide an @ by which Joy can contact you in case of a win.

If you blog or twitter about this giveaway, send Joy a link to the post and your name will be entered a second time.

Deadline for entering is NOON PST Saturday, Jun 6, 2009.

Winners must provide a US or Canadian mailing address. Hachette is unable to deliver to PO Boxes.

For more, and to enter, click here.

Christie Craig

2009-05-21T22:18:00.004-04:00

On June 2, Christie Craig will be giving away a copy of her latest humorous romantic suspense release GOTCHA at three different blog spots!

Christie's blogs always promise a chuckle. And this week they also promise to give one lucky person who posts a comment at each blog a prize of a book along with some promo items.

She will be blogging at her regular Tuesday blog spot of Killer Fiction.

At The Writing Playground, she will list ten of the stupidest things she's ever done. And at Something Wicked, she will be posting some armchair psychology about finding a hero in real life and in fiction.

All during June you can pop over to Dorchester Pub and read the special feature of Christie's defining moment in her life that inspired her not only to write humorous romantic suspense but her latest release GOTCHA! Also posted at Dorchester's site are the details of another Christie Craig contest where one person will win a basket of books and goodies.

In the Shadow of Gotham

2009-05-21T22:14:00.001-04:00

Number One Novels is hosting another debut author's interview with a contest. This week it's Stefanie Pintoff, and her debut mystery novel is called In the Shadow of Gotham.

Let's hear it for the new authors!

Here's where you can enter the contest.

J. Kaye's Book Blog

2009-05-21T22:05:00.004-04:00

Here are the current book giveaways at J. Kaye's Book Blog. Deadline is May 30th for entries:

Happily Ever After Divorce by Jessica Bram - click here.

Starfinder by John Marco - click here.

The Horse Boy by Rupert Isaacson Audiobook - click here.

Slob by Ellen Potter - click here.

Kiss by Ted Dekker and Erin Healy (ARC) - click here.

Undress Me In the Temple of Heaven by Susan Jane Gilman (Audio CD Book) - click here.

Cathy's Ring by Sean Stewart, Jordan Weisman, & Cathy Brigg (ARC) - click here.

Never Give Up by Joyce Meyer (Audio CD Book) -
click here.

Dewey by Vicki Myron and Bret Witter (Audio Book) - click here.

The Brass Verdict by Michael Connelly (Audio Book - Review Copy) - click here.

The Age of The Unthinkable by Joshua Cooper Ramo (Audio Book) - click here.

Tender Graces by Kathryn Magendie (Autographed Copy) - click here.

Women's Murder Club Audio Box Set (Volumes 1 & 2) by James Patterson - click here.

Tender Graces by Kathryn Magendie (Review Copy) - click here.

Mother's Day Murder by Leslie Meier (ARC) - click here.

Whew! I'm worn out now. . .

Best Served Cold

2009-05-21T22:02:00.001-04:00

Win a copy of Joe Abercrombie's BEST SERVED COLD at Pat's Fantasy Hotlist. Pat's got 3 copies for you to win.

The rules are the same as usual. You need to send an email at reviews@gryphonwood.net with the header "REVENGE."

Second, your email must contain your full mailing address (that's snail mail!), otherwise your message will be deleted.

Lastly, multiple entries will disqualify whoever sends them.

And please include your screen name and the message boards that you frequent using it, if you do hang out on a particular MB.

For more, click here.

Candy in Action

2009-05-21T21:54:00.003-04:00

Win-It Wednesday: Candy in Action by Matthue Roth on Melissa Walker: The Blog.

This week, Melissa's giving away a copy of Candy in Action by Matthue Roth. You read the Cover Story, now win the book! Since Candy in Action is all about a badass girl heroine, leave a comment naming one of your favorite female heroes (in whatever way you define that word--from Buffy to Susan B. Anthony) to enter.

PS-More touring for Melissa on Diana Rodriguez Wallach's blog and Amanda Ashby's blog today! Extra entries for visiting there, or any of the blogs Melissa mentioned yesterday, and leaving some love. Just mention that in your comment.

Click here to comment.

Starfinder - Review and ARC Giveaway

2009-05-21T21:49:00.002-04:00

Book Review & ARC Giveaway: Starfinder by John Marco at J. Kaye's Book Blog.

Giveaway Rules:

• You must be 18 years or older.

• US and Canada residents.

• Winners will NOT be notified by email.

• Make sure your entry can be distinguished by others who post.

• Comment and enter once.

Check out the many, many ways to get multiple entries. Click here.

Harriet and Isabella

2009-05-21T21:43:00.002-04:00

Harriet and Isabella by Patricia O'Brien is being given away over at Historical-fiction.com.

This is a new hardcover. Ends May 25th. Open to everyone, just comment!

Click here to get in on this one.

The Taste of Sorrow

2009-05-21T21:40:00.002-04:00

Dovegreyreader is giving away three copies of Jude Morgan's book on the Brontes, The Taste of Sorrow. Leave your name and email address in the comments there and 3 copies are waiting for 3 lucky winners.

Stop by here to enter.

The Tory Widow

2009-05-21T21:35:00.003-04:00

If you missed out on the giveaway that they held at Historical Tapestry recently, then there is another chance to win a copy of Christine Blevins' The Tory Widow over at Reading the Past, along with a guest post from Christine.

Click here.

Author Interview: Judi Fennell

2009-05-21T15:52:00.002-04:00

Wendy has some company at Wendy's Minding Spot! Author Judi Fennell has dropped in to answer questions about In Over Her Head, a novel that'll be hitting store shelves in June.

It's a nice Q&A -- wait until you see what this series focuses on!

And at the end, there's a treat for us in the States: you can win a copy of In Over Her Head.

Read all about it and enter before May 29.

Use this link.

Guest Blogger: Sherry Thomas

2009-05-21T11:27:00.001-04:00

From our friends at Yankee Romance Reviewers:

Sherry Thomas is Guest Blogging at Yankee Romance Reviewers on Thursday
May 21st. Stop by and read her article about her new book "Not Quite a Husband".
Sherry will give away a copy of her new book, "Not Quite a Husband", to one lucky commentor. Make sure and leave your email addy or you will not be eligible! Winner will be announced at the end of the week. Hope to see you there.

Use this link.

Do-Over

2009-05-21T11:22:00.004-04:00

Let's all welcome BookNaround to Win a Book!

(Cue the applause and cheers)

Kristen is the author of this cool blog, and she's a little late with a Cinco de Mayo celebration. That's okay. Some celebrations are best when they linger.

The way to celebrate this is by being a kid once again, with author Robin Hemley. The book is called Do-Over. The cover makes it hard to resist.

Unfortunately, this is a US/Canada only/no PO Box contest. You guys know the drill...

BUT there are ways to gain extra entries. You've got until May 27.

Read all the deets via this link.

Guest Interview: Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child

2009-05-21T11:07:00.002-04:00

Okay, so I keep listing Mr. Child first when I write about the amazing duo that is Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child, but I fix it. Oh, how I fix it.

That's because these guys deserve nothing but the best sort of respect from their fans. Of which I am one. I, of course, think you should join me in this.

Fantasy Book Critic has a great interview with them. Check it out via this link.

The Demo Tapes: Year 1

2009-05-21T10:39:00.003-04:00

Yeah, yeah. I know what you're thinking: Susan really only runs Win a Book to promote herself, and here's more proof of that. Yawn.

After a day like yesterday, when Win a Book was ALL I did, I hope you really don't think that way!

If you're wondering what's so great about me and my fictional world, head on over to chic Book Reviews, where Amy has gone from being confused about Trevor to joining the Trevolution whole-heartedly.

And she's giving you the chance to do so, too.

Yep, she's giving away her copy of ShapeShifter: The Demo Tapes -- Year 1. It's a thin book and she doesn't say, so ... ask if you're an international friend.

Go follow the rules, which include coming to visit me at the Meet and Greet at West of Mars. If you haven't been by, why not??? I thought you loved me!

Okay. Blatant self-promotion over for the moment. Back to our regular stuff in a few.

Use this link.

Worst Nightmare

2009-05-20T15:14:00.002-04:00

Over at Wendy's Minding Spot, she's got an extra copy of Worst Nightmare, written by Shane Briant. Because it's an extra, she'll send it to a new friend -- but has to restrict this to the US only (have you seen postal rates lately? Ugh.).

This looks like a fun one. Be sure to read all about it.

You have until June 10. Use this link.

The Wonder Singer

2009-05-20T15:10:00.002-04:00

Over at Savvy Verse and Wit, Serena's got two copies of George Rabasa's The Wonder Singer -- have you been hearing about this book? I sure have been.

Serena's also got a great review of the book. Be sure to take the time to read it.

You have until May 30. This contest is open only to US and Canadian friends without PO Boxes.

Use this link.

Penguin Reality Prize Pack

2009-05-20T15:05:00.003-04:00

So if the Penguin Fantasy prize pack was ...

Oh, nevermind. Go read about my hockey-obsessed brain yourself.

Lenore, of Presenting Lenore fame, has more than just the Penguin Fantasy pack for you. Now she's got the REALITY pack as well. (Will books be voted off the island?)

Here's the book list:
Along for the Ride, Sarah Dessen
After, by Amy Efaw
A Season of Gifts, by Richard Peck
I'm a Genius of Unspeakable Evil and I Want to be Your Class President by Josh Lieb
Omnivore's Dilemma by Michael Pollen Young
Hold Still by Nina LaCour
Million Dollar Throw by Mike Lupica

There you go! More books. Yummy, huh?

You have until June 3 if you're in the US or Canada. (The rest of you can't win, so you don't even have until then. Sorry!)

Use this link.

Penguin Fantasy Prize Pack

2009-05-20T14:58:00.002-04:00

Penguin Fantasy Prize Pack? Does it come with Sidney Crosby and Jordan Staal in their skivvies and the Stanley Cup?

Trust me. THAT is a Penguins Fantasy Prize Pack.

However, Penguin Books doesn't agree. They seem to think that nine books make up a nice prize pack. They're probably right, especially once you see the list of books. But c'mon. My vision is MUCH better.

Here are the books for those of you not as hockey-obsessed (and yes, this is a general state of affairs for me, dating back to my graduate school years when I learned to play.)

Dull Boy by Sarah Cross
Strange Angels by Lili St. Crow
Goddess Boot Camp by Tera Lynn Childs
Possessions by Nancy Holder
DreamDark: SilkSinger by Laini Taylor
Fire by Kristin Cashore
Betrayal of Natalie Hargrove by Lauren Kate

Yowza. How's that for awesome?

All this book goodness is being hosted by the wonderful Lenore, of Presenting Lenore fame. Go visit her, even if you don't want to win. We bloggers love visits (and comments!).

Use this link before June 3. This is for US and Canadian friends, please!

Author Interview: Tera Lynn Childs

2009-05-20T14:46:00.003-04:00

What happens when two authors knock heads? It's TJ Bennett and Tera Lynn Childs hanging together at TJ's blog, IMHO. I love one-question interviews (you may not know that I do them, myself)!

Here's the fine print, lifted directly from the blog post:

Leave a comment for Tera and answer this (for a chance to win the “Mother May I?” gift basket and to find out if you can forgive Griffin's bad attitude): Have you ever had the fantasy come true? Do you have any experience with a real life bad boy who turned out to be a sweetheart just for you? Or is this just an urban legend? Inquiring (and delusional) minds want to know.

Remember May’s gift basket will contain signed books by Deanna Raybourn, Catherine Kean, Tera Lynn Childs, Monica McCarty, TJ Bennett, a $20 gift certificate to Barnes & Noble, and a unique handcrafted “Charmed” jewelry set by BlackDogWhiteDogJewelry, local Houston artisans. For a chance to win the whole she-bang, leave a comment on our guests posts (the more comments, the more chances to win) during the contest period. Sorry, US and Canada residents only, please. Further details are on my contest page.

Use this link.

Bound to Please

2009-05-20T13:52:00.002-04:00

Books and Needlepoint is busy today! This is the third contest I've posted, so if you missed the other two, be sure to sniff around either here or at Kristi's site.

This latest contest is for one of five copies of Bound to Please, written by Lilli Feisty. It's steamy, so be warned!

This is open to US and Canadian friends, but no PO Box addresses, please. You have until June 5 to enter -- be sure to follow the rules, eh?

Use this link.

One Deadly Sin

2009-05-20T13:47:00.002-04:00

Hey, all you Annie Solomon fans! If you missed out on a chance to win a copy of One Deadly Sin, Books and Needlepoint has the solution to your problem. (For those of you who gave up and graced the stacks of your favorite book store, thank you! Enter anyway and give it to a friend. Books make great gifts.)

You have until June 5 to enter -- if you live in the US or Canada and have something other than a PO Box for your mail delivery.

Use this link.

To Beguile a Beast

2009-05-20T13:42:00.002-04:00

I swear, the book about romance written by the Smart Bitches has done some immediate good: this is the first time I remember seeing a true romance given this much publisher support.

It's overdue.

The book is called To Beguile a Beast, and it was written by Elizabeth Hoyt. Five copies (for US and Canada friends without PO Boxes) are up for grabs at Books and Needlepoint.

It's no shame to be into romances. I am. Where do you think that great relationship between Mitchell and Kerri comes from?

Head over to Books and Needlepoint via this link before June 5 and join the masses. Be proud of being into romance.