Friday, November 30, 2018

12 Days of Clean Romance – $100 Kick Off Giveaway


12 Days of Clean Romance


December 2018


During the month of December, we will be featuring 12 Authors who write clean romance!

There will be $400 worth of Giveaways plus great deals on books!

You are invited to come join the fun, learn about these great authors & find your next favorite book!

There will be FREE ebooks, awesome sales & great giveaways!
 
Check out this great list of featured authors who are sponsoring this event!













To start things off we have a $100 Giveaway!


 

  Giveaway Details 

 $100 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash 

 Ends 1/1/19 

 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 may be chosen. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Twitter, Amazon, BookBub, Instagram, Rafflecopter or any other entity unless otherwise specified. The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. This giveaway was organized by Kathy from I Am A Reader & Clean Wholesome Romance and is sponsored by the participating authors. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. 

Swoon Worthy Spotlights - #23


Welcome to Swoon Worthy Spotlights hosted by KJ's Book NookKatie's Clean Book Collection and Bookworm Nation! Once a month we will feature 1-3 of our favorite books that we have read during the month. We will share the cover(s), our review(s) and a link to each other's post so you can check out which books we have all chosen!

For this month's Swoon Worthy Spotlights I am going to choose...


Violin Words by Taylor Dean

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And don't for get to check Katie's post here and Kathy's post here!

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Do you have a blog and want to join us for Swoon Worthy Spotlights? Then grab the picture and post with us! We will be posting on the last day of each month. Make sure you share your link with us so we can check out your favorite authors as well!

Happy reading my fellow bookworms!
Tuesday, November 27, 2018

#TFBRC - #ONEWORDTITLE


I discovered a new author this year that I absolutely LOVE! I devoured all of her books in a short period of time and even read most of them twice! This is one of my absolute favorite book of hers! Once I started it, I could NOT put it down! I just HAD to know what happened! And yes... this is one that I have read twice! ;) Hehe. 


What is one of your favorite #ONEWORDTITLE book? 

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Monday, November 26, 2018

#TFBRC - #NOVELLA


I don't read too many novellas because I always end up wanting more out of the story. But this year I have found several that I really liked. This was my latest one that I read. It's super cute and I really enjoyed it! 


What is one of your favorite #NOVELLA?

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Friday, November 23, 2018

#TFBRC - #BLACK&WHITE


I can't remember how I discovered this book but I'm so glad I did! I am a sucker for Beauty and the Beast kind of stories and this one did not disappoint. I really enjoyed it! 


What #BLACK&WHITE book have you read? 

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Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Violin Words by Taylor Dean


Synopsis:

WHO IS THE AUTHOR?

When Jade Lockwood begins to receive anonymous love letters, she becomes a woman on a mission. She's determined to figure out who wrote the flowery, over-the-top letters filled with the sweetest violin words she's ever heard.

She's neglected her love life, concentrating on Lockwood Cabins, the business her father built from the ground up. But her sweet letters have awakened something inside of her, something that can't be ignored.

Facing Christmas alone this year, her emotions are already fragile. Add in a mysterious burglary, a handsome stranger, and a little deceit, and it just might be the most eventful Christmas she's ever endured.

Will Jade find her happy ending? Or will her love letters prove to be nothing more than a sinister ploy?

My Review: 5 Stars

I'm having a bit of déjà vu writing this review. The very first book I read by Ms. Dean was a hard one for me to review. I couldn't review my normal way because I didn't want to give anything away. And that's exactly how it is for this one as well! So... heads up... there's a chance my review may contain spoilers. If you don't like spoilers then I suggest you stop reading because I'm not going to be held responsible for ruining the book for anyone! Haha. 

Okay... you've been warned. If you're still reading then you can't get mad at me!

Jade Lockwood has been running Lockwood Cabins since her parents passed away. Her dream has always been to keep her father's legacy alive. She has put so much time and effort into keeping things going that her social life is definitely lacking. 

When a love letter filled with sweet violin words arrives in the mail, it opens her eyes to the possibility of love. She knew that it would happen one day, she just hasn't had time to give it much thought. With the violin words fresh on her mind she can't help but wonder about the author. Is it someone she knows? A stranger? Is it someone she can love in return? Does she have a stalker?

Jade sets out to find the author of the letter but along the way starts to develop feelings for one of her guests. There's just something about Mr. Myles Burnett that draws her to him and unfortunately causes her to become a blubbering idiot whenever he's around. There's no way that he's the author of the letter but her heart is holding out hope that maybe... just maybe he is. Especially after they spend the perfect Christmas together. 

However, she can't forget about Logan.. her handy man. He's always there to lend a hand whenever she needs him. If it hadn't been for the violin words, she might not have seen the way he looks at her. Is he author? Can she see herself falling in love with him? 

But when a mysterious break-in occurs at her cabin, she'll have to put her search for the author on hold until she figures out who broke in and why. And to make matters worse, she discovers that Myles has been keeping something from her. She is heartbroken and torn. But she owes it to herself to see everything through. One way or another, she'll figure everything out and get her happily ever after.

You guys! I absolutely ADORED this book! It was super cute and I did NOT want to put it down! I was seriously getting mad when real life got in the way of my reading time! This is my first Christmas book of the season and it was the PERFECT choice! I found myself smiling throughout the book and letting out little dreamy sighs. Talk about swoony! Oh my! *dreamy sigh*

It's no wonder Ms. Dean is one of my favorite authors! She has a way of sucking me in and not letting me go till the very end! She's been an autobuy for me since I read Chasing Fireflies. If you haven't read any of her books then you are most definitely missing out! I can't wait to see what she has in store for us next!

As for my casting... let's just say I'm giving nothing away here... ;) Hehe. What do you think?!


#TFBRC - #HOLIDAYS


I LOVE the holidays! I especially love reading Christmas themed books! I start in November and read them through January. 

This particular book is on my 2018 Reading Challenge I created and I'm definitely looking forward to reading it! I haven't watched the movie yet but it's on my list to watch this year!


What #HOLIDAY book are you looking forward to reading this year? 

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Tuesday, November 20, 2018

#TFBRC - #FAVORITETROPE


I have a few favorite tropes but the one that came to mind first was single parent. I love seeing the single parent getting a second chance at love. And I love seeing the kids... especially if they are younger... interacting with and developing a relationship with MC of the book. 

I have read some super cute ones this year but this one stood out to me the most. I absolutely adored little Stella! She stole my heart from the beginning! This was such a fun book! 


What is your #FAVORITETROPE?

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Monday, November 19, 2018

$50 Blast - Violin Words by Taylor Dean

   

  Violin Words by Taylor Dean 

  WHO IS THE AUTHOR? 

When Jade Lockwood begins to receive anonymous love letters, she becomes a woman on a mission. She’s determined to figure out who wrote the flowery, over-the-top letters filled with the sweetest violin words she’s ever heard.

She’s neglected her love life, concentrating on Lockwood Cabins, the business her father built from the ground up. But her sweet letters have awakened something inside of her, something that can’t be ignored.

Facing Christmas alone this year, her emotions are already fragile. Add in a mysterious burglary, a handsome stranger, and a little deceit, and it just might be the most eventful Christmas she’s ever endured.

Will Jade find her happy ending? Or will her love letters prove to be nothing more than a sinister ploy?

Find out in this charming Christmas novel.




  Praise: 

 Don’t miss this fun, perfect holiday read by a master storyteller! -Mylissa Demeyere, Author of The Songs of You and Me and The Songs that Brought Me Back 

 A sweet, heartwarming romance with a twist of mystery and suspense, all wrapped up in Christmas magic that makes this one hard to put down. -Charissa Stastny, Author of The Ruled Out Romance Series  

 

I have no clue whatsoever as to The Author of the one and only love letter I’ve ever received. I’ve neglected my love life, giving all of my attention to Lockwood Cabins. Now I realize what a mistake that has been. When I read the letter, I’m filled with sensations I didn’t know existed.

It’s as if I can physically feel the depth behind his words. I’m taken away to another world and I just want to float away, wrapped in his love.

The Author’s words are flowery and eloquent, stirring and moving. They’re as lyrical and achingly sweet as a few strokes from a violin.

Violin words.

Yes.

My letter is filled with violin words. All meant for me. And I love them.

A few simple chords from a violin inspires soul soaring emotion within me and leaves me breathless. Somehow the sound speaks to me and I have to close my eyes and thank God that I’m alive, if only to hear such a precious sound.

But when I read my love letter, my reaction is the same. Words alone have never had this effect on me. Plain and simple words—twenty-six letters all strung together in thousands of combinations—and together they form the most beautiful thoughts. I hold the letter to my chest and absorb the love.

It’s the sweetest torture, the most exquisite agony. I welcome it. To feel is to live, I know that now.

Wow. Just wow. Are those violin words really directed toward me? I always figured I’d meet someone and get married one day. But never in my wildest dreams did I imagine a man would speak to me like that. It sends a thrill through my body. Every time.

 

 

Author Taylor Dean 

 Taylor Dean lives in Texas and is the mother of four grown children. Upon finding herself with an empty nest, she began to write the stories that were always wandering around in her head, quickly finding she had a passion for writing, specifically romance. Whether it’s paranormal, contemporary, or suspense—you’ll find all sub-genres of clean romance in her line-up.


   

  Blast Giveaway Details 

 $50 Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash 

 Ends 12/12/18 

 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 and sponsored by the author. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW. 

Friday, November 16, 2018

#TFBRC - #FIRSTBOOK


I can't remember the first book I read as a child and then went through a phase where I did not like reading.. at all! Shocker.. I know! 

But I do remember my first book as an adult. And for a long period of time I would only read books that this author wrote. But then my aunt and my best friend opened my eyes to the world of books and I haven't been able to stop reading! It's become my hobby and my passion. I love it! 


What was the #FIRSTBOOK you ever read? 

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Thursday, November 15, 2018

#TFBRC - #SHELFIE


Confession. I am obsessed with bookshelves! When I saw a bookshelf with lights all over it, I just had to copy it! And I did! Check out my #shelfie! I think I need another one... ;) Hehe. 


What's your favorite part about your #SHELFIE?

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Wednesday, November 14, 2018

#TFBRC - #LOL


We all love books that can make us laugh out loud! Well.. at least I do! Hehe. 

This book was definitely one of them! I absolutely adored Holland and Porter! They are one of my favorites! 


What book made you #LOL? 

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Saturday, November 10, 2018

Author's Corner #23


Welcome to Author's Corner hosted by KJ's Book NookKatie's Clean Book Collection and Bookworm Nation! Once a month we will feature either a favorite author or new to us author. We will share the author's bio, one of our favorite books of theirs and a review. Each of us will be featuring a different author each month so there will also be links to each of our posts.

For this month's Author's Corner I am going to choose...


USA Today and Amazon bestselling author Heather Horrocks lived overseas for her first seventeen years, waterskied through an oil slick in the Persian Gulf, partied with a Kuwaiti princess classmate, hid under the bed with her mother during a South American coup, flew in and out of the blacked-out Cairo airport mere moments before it was bombed during the Six Day War, rode a camel (and ate a camel steak), and crossed the finish line first at Utah's Miller Motorsports Park.

Raised overseas by her shop-til-you-drop mother and pay-for-the-purchases oilman father, avid mystery and romantic comedy lover Heather read her way through Columbia, Venezuela, London, Kuwait, and Iran—and later bought a video store so she could watch stories on the little screen, too.

She’s written numerous bestselling novels; two mystery series (Who-Dun-Him Inn and Bad Mothers Club), romantic comedies (including theChick Flick Clique and Christmas Street series), and inspirational books (Women Who Knew the Mortal Messiah).

She loves anyone who can make her laugh, which explains why she adores her witty husband, her funny friends, Anne George mysteries, and her cute little dog Gus. She loves to cook for friends, siblings, and especially her children and their families. She and her husband reside in Utah.

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I discovered Heather Horrocks when we read one of her books for our book club. It was super cute and I absolutely adored it! I have continued reading her books and I have loved them all! It's hard to pick a favorite so I decided on one I recently read. It was adorable! 


WHEN CUPID TAKES AIM — YOU’D BETTER RUN! 

Julia Murphy is yearning to find her vampire lifemate. When she meets an attractive cowboy and his adorable daughter, she tries to take a step back from what she's feeling, but ends up drawn to the pair anyway. Fate wouldn't be so unkind as to have her lifemate be a human, would it? 

Texan Luke Bridges is starting to realize his daughter is ... different. He arrives in Moonchuckle Bay determined to visit his deceased wife's family and get a diagnosis for his daughter. It's not exactly the right time to meet the most beautiful woman in the world, but, as always, fate seems to have a sense of humor. 

Love's path is never easy, but a biting vampire puppy and a cupid run amok? And when a villain intent on ruining Halloween targets Luke's daughter, can they join forces? Or will their expectations keep them from seeing the happily ever after right in front of their noses?

You can check out my review here.

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And don't for get to check out Katie's post here and Kathy's post here! 

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Do you have a blog and want to join us for Author's Corner? Then grab the picture and post with us! We will be posting the 2nd Saturday of each month. Make sure you share your link with us so we can check out your favorite authors as well! 

Happy reading my fellow Book Dragons!
Friday, November 9, 2018

#TFBRC - #LIFECHANGING


Have you ever read a book that just grabbed you and made you feel all kinds of emotions? A book that once you've finished reading it, you can't stop thinking about it? A book that was just so good that you HAVE to read it over and over and over again? 

Well, that was this book for me! I can't tell you how many times I have read this book! It is absolutely AMAZING and I cry every single time! I LOVE it! 


Which book have you read that was #LIFECHANGING? 

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Thursday, November 8, 2018

#TFBRC - #BESTTITLE


I'm not going to lie... this one was super hard for me!I finally decided on this one. If you have ever read the Significance series by Shelly Crane then you know that this title is perfect for this book! There's no way that Ava and Seth could deny that they were chosen for each other. This is my favorite book in the series so far! 


What book has the #BESTTITLE for you? 

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018

#TFBRC - #FALLCOLORS


Fall is my all time favorite season! Sadly, I live in Southern California and fall just doesn't happen! Boo! 

When I saw the this book featured in an author's newsletter, I knew I had to check it out. I'm in love with this cover! And the synopsis had me one-clicking this baby! I can't wait to read it! 


Do you have any #FALLCOLORS books on your TBR list? 

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Tuesday, November 6, 2018

#TFBRC - #HEARTBREAKER


If you didn't already know, I only read books that have HEA. But sometimes those books can break your heart while you're reading it. This book happens to be one of those heart breaking in the middle. I lost count of how many tissues I actually used while reading. But guys! This book is absolutely AMAZING! I ADORED it and have read it TWICE already! If you have not read this book, or The Sidelined Wife, then you are definitely missing out! I HIGHLY recommend this series! But keep those tissues handy for The Secretive Wife! 


Which book have you read the was a #HEARTBREAKER?

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