Fangtastic Friday – Demons Not Included

Posted by Dawn McClure on July 30, 2009 · 6 Comments 

BLURB Meet Nyx. This half-human, half-Drow private eye investigates paranormal crimes by day and is an elite Tracker of demons by night. She prefers working solo—and playing rough. So when a terrifying force starts murdering innocent humans and paranorms, and leaving strange demonic symbols burned into their buildings, it’s a case Nyx takes very personally… … Read more

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EtS welcomes Sloan McBride and her Clash of the Covers winner, THE FURY

Posted by Susan Blexrud on July 30, 2009 · 26 Comments 

To Vamp or Not to Vamp:   I’ve noticed over the last several months that paranormal shows have been cropping up all over the television, both on cable and local networks.  Now some of them look interesting.  Others, I could never see and it wouldn’t bother me.  Being a paranormal romance author, it interests me … Read more

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M/M?

Posted by Susan Blexrud on July 29, 2009 · 2 Comments 

Recently, I lost my virginity. My m/m virginity, that is;)  I read Jill Knowles A Pirate’s Primer…and I loved it.  Ms. Knowles is a fine writer. The plot of PP was believable and riveting. Her characters were well drawn and sympathetic. Her voice seduced my ears and, quite frankly, her pirate, Captain Jaden Fox,  stole my … Read more

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New Trends in Book Covers…

Posted by Suzanne Rock on July 28, 2009 · 27 Comments 

Anyone look at book covers lately? I mean REALLY look at book covers?   Every week for the Cover Clash, I scour the internet looking for that elusive cover that will not only beat out Barbara’s and Dawn’s choices (*VBG*), but will introduce us all to some great books and interesting authors.    But…   … Read more

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Clash of the Covers 07-27-09

Posted by Suzanne Rock on July 27, 2009 · 8 Comments 

It’s that time again..the Cover Clash. First, let’s congratulate the winner of last week’s contest. And the thorn goes to…   Meg Allison for ”Dream Walk” - Congrats Meg, you’ve won the thorn!      Now let’s get to this week’s contest…   Barbara’s Pick: Barbara says: What a gorgeous taste of tropical goodness.  I can almost hear … Read more

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Congratulations CyberCliper!

Posted by Dawn McClure on July 25, 2009 · Leave a Comment 

You won Karen’s book, Untimely Partners.  You will be contacted shortly.  Thanks for everyone who participated in the discussion yesterday.  Happy reading. 

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Fangtastic Friday – Interview with Karen Hulene Bartell

Posted by Dawn McClure on July 24, 2009 · 19 Comments 

Please welcome Karen Hulene Bartell, Lyrical Press Author of Untimely Partners.    Thank you for having me today, Dawn. It’s a real pleasure being a part of Embrace The Shadows!  ETS – Please tell us a little about yourself.    An only child, I began writing at the age of nine, learning the joy of creating my … Read more

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~EtS Welcomes Vivian Arend… and her sexy shifters;)

Posted by Susan Blexrud on July 23, 2009 · 12 Comments 

  Does the earth come with seatbelts? I’m starting a petition and I need your signature. Desperately. Here’s the proposal:  Considering there simply isn’t enough time to get it all done in 24/7, we the undersigned would like to propose that effective immediately: -all weeks now include an additional day called ‘CatchtheHellUpday’ -every day will … Read more

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Pacing, passion and pessimism…the truth behind YA’s popularity

Posted by Susan Blexrud on July 22, 2009 · 6 Comments 

So, conference attendees are finally back and settled in behind their computers after a whirlwind of parties, meetings and workshops.  And the buzz is all about YA.  On the heels of the success of the Twilight series, it seems that everyone is talking about the young adult market and its cross over appeal.  But, while … Read more

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Planning is good, but…

Posted by Suzanne Rock on July 21, 2009 · 7 Comments 

For those of you who follow me on Facebook and Twitter, you know that this past weekend was my daughter’s birthday party. When asked what type of party she wanted, she told me she would like a Disney Princess Mulan theme.   Does anyone have any idea how hard it is to find Mulan themed party supplies? … Read more

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