{October 19, 2014} {An Epic Giveaway} Win 6 Signed Books and Tons of Signed Swag

I am a hoarder of sorts. A collector, if you will… of signed books and swag. I love them, and I love to share them with my beloved readers… so over the past few months, I’ve been collecting (or hoarding) books and swag that I’ve picked up at various conferences… most of which is from UtopYA 2014 (because, let’s face it, that was the most epic conference ever and I can’t wait for UtopYA 2015)!

And today seems like a fine day to run an epic giveaway. Yes?

Here’s a detailed list of everything you can win:

What you’ll win:

Signed paperback of Take Me To Your Reader by Tammy Blackwell, Amy A. Bartol, Amanda Havard, Sarah Ross, Tiffany King, Raine Thomas, Heather Hildenbrand, and C.A. Kunz (signed by all the authors)

Signed paperback of The Light Tamer by Devyn Dawson

Signed paperback of Blood Debt by Nancy Straight

Signed paperback of The One by Heather Self

Signed paperback of Soul Survivor by Michelle N. Files

Signed paperback of Spirits and Spells by Hollie Westring

Signed Tote Bag–Amy Evans

Wildflower Seed Packet signed by Elizabeth Sharp

Temporary Tattoos: Alien and Spade

Tissues from Michelle N. Files

Cell Phone Cleaner from Mindy Ruiz

Signed Coaster from Amy Miles–Captive

Lip Balm–Going Down in Flames by Chris Cannon

One Tiny Secret by T.A. Kunz Trading Card

The Dark by Heather Self–Card

My Endless Endings Pen

PLUS:

Signed Bookmarks from:

Maggie Stiefvater—The Raven Boys

Brenda Pandos—The Sapphire Talisman

Brenda Pandos–Everlost

Georgia Cates—Beauty From Surrender

Jennifer L. Armentrout—Don’t Look Back

Bella Roccaforte—The Ink Series

Dani Hart—A Firefighter’s Flame

Dani Hart–Reality

Casey Peeler—No Turning Back

C.L. Foster—Light and Shadows Collide

Jon Messenger—Wind Warrior

Kristie Cook—Purpose

Kristie Cook—The Space Within

Becca Vincenza–Healed

Rebecca Gober and Courtney Nuckels–Project Ele

Devri Walls–Wings of Arian

Emma Shade–Finding Obscurity

T.A. Kunz–With Hunter Olivia

Misty Provencher–Full of Grace

Paulina Ulrich–Chosen

Kelly Risser–Never Forgotten

Stacey Marie Brown–Blood Beyond Darkness

Bookmarks from:

Tiffany King—Jordyn: The Final Battle

Megan Curd—Steel Lily

Stuck in Books

Paulina Urlich–Flightless Birds Book Thong

Misty Provencher–Stronger

Keychains:

Return of the Ascendant by Raine Thomas

House of Spades and Poker Chip from Mindy Ruiz

Clicks and Dolphin by Amy Evans

Dani Hart Bottle Cap

Angel Wing

Magnets from:

Elizabeth Kirke—Snow Bound

Raine Thomas—Becoming

Elizabeth Kirke—Semester Aboard

A Book Vacation Reviews

Miranda Kavi—Rue and Rive

P.K. Hrezo

Chris Cannon–Going Down in Flames

P.K. Hrezo–Diary of a Teenage Time Traveler

Amy Evans–Jellybean Kisses

Stories About Melissa

Krystal Wade

Signed Cards from:

Becca Vincenza–Damaged

Nely Cab–Forever Begins

Georgia Cates–Beauty From Love

Courtney Farrell–Bait

Kelly Risser–Never Forgotten

Buttons:

5 from Casey L. Bond

Lucky Number Four by Amanda Jason

T.A. Kunz

“I Like Big Books and I Cannot Lie”

“Keep Calm and Read a Bethany Lopez Novel”

“Don’t Eat the Food–Through Glass”

“I went to Area 51 and all I got was a stupid implant”

Fair Feathered–Paulina Ulrich

Curiosity Quills

Illusions Begin by N.L. Greene

Stickers:

Flightless Birds by Paulina Ulrich (signed)

Lucky Number Four Amanda Jason

Jordyn by Tiffany King

Author Paulina Ulrich

Witch Hunter Olivia by T.A. Kunz (signed)

Rubber Bracelets:

#ExpandYourClump

C.L. Foster—”Ninja in Training

Dani Hart—”A Firefighter’s Flame”

KristenDayBooks

Green and Black

Candy:

Blue Sucker

4 Stick Candies from Karice Bolton

Jewelry:

Angel Wing Necklace from Devri Walls

The Broken Destiny by Carlyle Labuschagne–Pendant

Abberant by Ruth Silven–Charm

Dark Reflections by Elizabeth Sharp Bottle Cap–Charm

Rout of the Dem-Shyr by Raine Thomas–Charm

Dolphin Ring from Amy Evans

Necklace from Anne Elliot

And breathe…

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Excited?

To enter you must:

-Be 18 years or older (or have parent/guardian permission)

-Fill in the mandatory questions on rafflecopter (extra entries optional)

Click here to go to the Rafflecopter Entry Form!

This contest is open internationally and will end at 12:01am EST on November 20th. The winner will receive email notification! Please read my giveaway policy and leave me a comment!

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And Don’t Forget to Enter my Other Epic Giveaway:

Win YOUR CHOICE of ONE of these Recent Releases (ENDS November 1) International:

{July 16, 2014} {Giveaway} Stronger by Misty Provencher–One of my TOP TEN READS of the Year

Good evening! I’m in the mood for a giveaway–so I’m going to be giving away two ecopies (Kindle or Nook) of STRONGER by Misty Provencher–one of my top 10 reads of the year. Seriously, this novel is absolutely phenomenal, and you need to read it. NEED to. Check out the synopsis, my 5 star review, the teaser, and then be sure to enter the giveaway! Good luck!

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While Des and Aiden compete to create her future, Lydia realizes she’s got to be stronger than she’s ever been, to fight her addictions and choose the life she wants now. She must find herself again, before the wrong man walks away

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Welcome to the riveting world of Lydia Strong, a woman spiraling down the wells of addiction. A novel completely unique and jarring, in amazing ways, Stronger pulls readers in, making Provencher’s tantalizing story the readers’ own addiction. Definitely one of my top ten reads of the year, Stronger is an extremely real, well written story that is not to be missed. Intense, passionate, real; this novel will leave readers breathless as it unfolds.

Certainly a read for the more mature crowds, this NA novel tackles topics such as abuse, self-worth, alcoholism, theft, and manipulation. It’s intense, but it’s Oh. So. Good. I was wrapped up in the story and truly felt like I was a part of it as I watched Lydia slowly fall to pieces, searching out one night stands (not too graphic on the sexual escapades) and alcohol to try and put the truth of her heartbreaking, loveless life behind her. Manipulated and at rock bottom, Lydia has much to overcome in order to begin building up her world once more, and that includes separating herself from the worst sort of abuser and allowing herself to love, live, and take control. But in order to do that, she’s got to love herself, first.

This is an amazingly intense novel that I absolutely adore. Provencher has done a fantastic job creating vivid, real characters and situations, and I highly suggest giving this one a read. I was a little concerned it might not be my cup of tea going in, but Provencher soon quelled my fears as this utterly fantastic novel unfolded. Be prepared for a slew of feels as this novel takes you on an amazing journey. It’s so perfectly written that you will fall deeply in love, just as I did. Five epic stars.

Check out the HIGH ratings on this awesome novel, and be sure to add it to your goodreads pile!

Amazon | Barnes and Noble

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To enter you must:

-Be 18 years or older (or have parent/guardian permission)

-Fill in the mandatory questions on rafflecopter (extra entries optional)

Click here to go to the Rafflecopter Entry Form!

This contest is open internationally and will end at 12:01am EST on July 31st. The winner will receive email notification! Please read my giveaway policy and leave me a comment!

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That’s it! Good luck!

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{June 22, 2014} {Review} Stronger by Misty Provencher

From Goodreads: Two men are vying for a place in Lydia Strong’s life. Desmond has solid ties from her distant past, while Aiden is only concerned about being her future. But right now, party-girl Lydia has lost herself in a shot glass and dozens of one night stands. She’s forgotten her own worth and she’s plummeting toward the rock bottom of her life. While Des and Aiden compete to create her future, Lydia realizes she’s got to be stronger than she’s ever been, to fight her addictions and choose the life she wants now. She must find herself again, before the wrong man walks away.

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Welcome to the riveting world of Lydia Strong, a woman spiraling down the wells of addiction. A novel completely unique and jarring, in amazing ways, Stronger pulls readers in, making Provencher’s tantalizing story the readers’ own addiction. Definitely one of my top ten reads of the year, Stronger is an extremely real, well written story that is not to be missed. Intense, passionate, real; this novel will leave readers breathless as it unfolds.

I received this novel as a gift from my friend Lisa M. Ammari and was lucky enough to meet Misty Provencher this past weekend and purchase a signed copy for my reading shelf.