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Twittering with the WW Ladies

June 18, 2008 twitter
Before we start with the WW Ladies Blurbs for the week, I want to encourage everyone to consider trying Twitter.  I've been doing it a couple of months now and I really like it.  Twitter is a way of staying connected with people, one sentence at a time.  You follow people and they follow you.  One of my favs is a friend of my son's who is now married.  He'll leave tibits about his dog, his baby and the ice cream flavor of the day.  Now, I never would know what's going on with him if I waited for my son to tell me, but now I can say to Andrew, "Oh, guess what?  Matt bought a Wii."  (It bugs him when I know more than he does)  I'm also following some of my favorite authors as they go through their writing/marketing/selling process. It's fascinating and easy.  Try it...you know you want to.  Click here for more info.


The Scorpion and the Seducer by Bonnie VanakThe Scorpion and the Seducer

Read by Joyce
 
Despite being the adopted daughter of the Viscount Arndale and niece of the Duke of Caldwell, beautiful Jasmine Tristan will never be accepted in Britain's aristocratic society, for she is Egyptian.  For his part, Lord Thomas Wallenford, the handsome heir of an earldom, has known his secret admiration for Jasmine must always be ignored, for she will not suit his duty to, and the honor of, his family.  Circumstances take them to Cairo and the Valley of the Kings, and there as they face danger and threat, their passion flairs, leaving them with the greatest challenge - parting ways so Thomas can return to England to take his place as the Earl of Claradon.
 
The Scorpion and the Seducer is one of several books that Bonnie Vanek has placed in exotic settings between disparate characters.  Historical romance readers will find the complex relationships and the trials they face enchanting stories.   


MargeChanging Times by Marilu Mann - E-Book

Read by Marge

Dr. Carly Chambers jumped at the chance to work at a hospital in New Orleans after the devastation of Katrina. Little did this tough as nails doctor know that there is more out there than meets the eye and she is about to be put right in the middle of it.

Tony Pantera, a sexy were-cat, is caught up in a war with the Turn Skins who want to reveal themselves to the world and take over by using fear. Even though haunted by his past, he can't resist the lure of the beautiful doctor that saved his life.

This fast-paced story kept me turning the pages wondering what's going to happen next. Not only did I fall in love with Carly and Tony, but also the secondary characters as well. I can't wait to read more from this author.

 Bound to Love Her by Esri Rose

Read by Dina
 
When Erin Chandler goes for a walk with her neighbors dog in the woods, she never expects to meet an elf and a gorgeous one at that. The elf, Galen of Longtail Rock is very badly injured when Erin finds him.  As she tends to him, they find that they have a special bond between them.  For Galen to survive, he needs his energy from Erin,.  But a dark elf named Fellseth wants to detroy them and their bond.  Will he succeed?
 
I truly enjoyed Bound to Love Her, with it's mystical charm, humor and fantasy.  As Esri wrote: "Enjoy the elfy goodness," I certainly did.

Peak Performance by Helen Brenna

Read by Emily

After being orphaned as a young age, Rachel Murphy has put her heart and soul into NASCAR racing. She has no time for any romantic entanglements, but Peyton Reese may be the one to change her mind. He has always lived by the rule of "play hard, don't get tied down." But after meeting Rachel, his rule book is thrown out the window for good.
                 

This blurb is a shout out to Wisconsin writer Helen Brenna, whom I recently met at the WisRWA (Wisconsin Romance Writers Association) conference in Green Bay.  I've never been a follower of NASCAR, but Helen made it fun to read. When I think of car racing, I picture cars going in circles for hours on end, but I never think about the logistics, and the science behind it all.  I thoroughly enjoyed this entertaining book, and won't be afraid to try new subject matter in the future.


JoyceBlack Magic Woman by Justin GustainisBlack Magic Woman

Read by Joyce
 
Black Magic Woman begins a series about Quincey Morris, Supernatural Investigator.  In this first book, Morris is hired by a family whose home appears to be haunted.  Morris determines, however, that the progressively more dangerous occurrences are curses and spells, and his investigation leads him to Salem Massachusetts and back more than 200 years.
 
I could hardly put this book down, and now I have these little subliminal thoughts that I need to continue and am surprised to remember there is not yet anything to continue with, and won't be till January (heavy sigh).  Right from the start, the action was hopping, the tension was high, and the scary parts were scary!  I don't know that I'd call this horror because it's not morbid and grim.  Justin Gustainis' book is more urban fantasy mystery thriller-ish, and there are lots of little surprises (that I refuse to spoil) that make Black Magic Woman enjoyable.  
 


AnnThe Mercenary by Cherry Adair

Read by Ann

Victoria Jones enjoys the safety of her bookkeeping world. Until her twin brother Alex goes missing and she must enlist the help of this best friend Marc Savin. Suddenly Tory's world is turned upside down. Will she survive getting her brother home safely? Will she survive Marc?
 
Cherry Adair's first book in the T-FLAC series, The Mercenary, is a sexy thriller. As usual, I didn't read the series in order but it doesn't matter. You don't want to miss of minute of the action and heat generated by Adair's T-FLAC team.

Bottom Line:  Definition of twitter:  to talk lightly and rapidly, esp. of trivial matters; chatter.   Sounds like what I do best.
                       


Posted by Barbara Vey on June 18, 2008 | Comments (53)


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June 18, 2008
In response to: Twittering with the WW Ladies
Mark David Gerson commented:

After much resistance, I finally became a twitterer a few weeks ago. Now I'm hooked!

If you join up, look me up (and follow me) at www.twitter.com/markdavidgerson.

Mark David





June 18, 2008
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Helen Brenna commented:

Hey Barbara and Emily!

Fun meeting you at the WisRWA conference. So glad you like PP, Emily!




June 18, 2008
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Cindy Kirk commented:

Those are some great covers! Is it just me or do the covers just keep getting better and better?




June 18, 2008
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Christie Craig commented:

Barbara,

I've got twitter phobia. There's so much on the Internet.

Great books posted. Bonnie, great cover!

Christie Craig




June 18, 2008
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Norah Wilson commented:

Esri! Bound to Love Her is at the top of my TBR pile. Can't wait for some of that elfy goodness!




June 18, 2008
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Norah Wilson commented:

Bonnie, I think my earlier post got lost in cyberspace. Just popping in to say how much I loved The Scorpion and The Seducer. Love how you torture your characters!




June 18, 2008
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Mel Francis commented:

Oh, I've been twittering for a while. It comes and goes for me, but when I'm doing it, I'm really into it. I'll look for you Barbara! www.twitter.com/MelissaFrancis




June 18, 2008
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Marcia Colette commented:

I'm on Twitter. And...uh...well...one of these days I'll find time to go back out there and do something with it. I'm still trying to get the hang of Facebook.




June 18, 2008
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mary s commented:

Thanks Barb for the "Twitter" advice--liked the new book reviews too!!




June 18, 2008
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Changing Times commented:

Looks like a steamy read with lots of plot. Nice cover.
Linda Nightingale
www.linda.nightingale.com




June 18, 2008
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Liz Kreger commented:

I'm resisting Twitter. I don't have the time to devote to MySpace or FaceBook much less another time suck. LOL. Great reviews. I have a couple of these books on my TBR pile and will have to move them up in the stack.




June 18, 2008
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Edie Ramer commented:

Thanks for the reviews again. Good to see Helen Breanna's NASCAR book, and the Marilu Mann review. Yay, for both books!




June 18, 2008
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TarotByArwen commented:

I'm so tickled to see Changing Times here in such GREAT company! Marge, we are thrilled that you loved it! You will see some of the secondary characters show up. You won't believe who is next though! ;)




June 18, 2008
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Endora commented:

Lovely reviews. Marilu told me to stop by. *wink*




June 18, 2008
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Barbara Vey commented:

Ok, I found Mel on Twitter, but I'm still looking for Christie Craig. Liz, give in to the dark side. It really is only one sentence. :)




June 18, 2008
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Maggie Toussaint commented:

Marilu Mann asked me to stop in. So cool to see her book blurbed here. I'm excited to know Marilu and that her books is receiving such fab accolades. Well done, all!
Maggie
www.maggietoussaint.com




June 18, 2008
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Kate commented:

Long time friend of Marilu, stopping by for the first time. Nice place! :)




June 18, 2008
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Denise A Agnew commented:

Love Bonnie Vanak's novels. Bonnie has a way with describing a scene that is awesome, and her characters are wonderfully complex. :)

Denise A. Agnew
www.deniseagnew.com




June 18, 2008
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Esri Rose commented:

Dina, I'm so glad you enjoyed Bound to Love Her! I just finished the second in the series (there's a new romantic pairing for each book).

Love your picture!




June 18, 2008
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Carolyn Jewel commented:

I LOVE Twitter! Waving to Mark David! Hi fellow tweeter. I'm always looking for more writers to follow on Twitter: www.twitter.com/cjewel

Barbara's right. Twitter is fun and easy.




June 18, 2008
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Cai commented:

Wow, thanks Marge for the fabulous comments on Changing Times. Arwen & I are thrilled that you enjoyed the book. We're currently editing the second in this series and it'll be out soon - you MIGHT be surprised at who the hero is in this one. Thanks again!
Cai (1/2 of Marilu Mann)




June 18, 2008
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jzimlich commented:

Thanks for the info on Twitter. I plan on looking into it. And I adore Bonnie Vanak's books. I love the exotic settings and complex characters. I especially like this cover. :)




June 18, 2008
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Stacey Klemstein commented:

I love Bonnie's Egyptian historicals. She makes you feel like you're there! : )




June 18, 2008
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Jennifer Ashley commented:

I second the love on Bonnie's historicals. That period in Egypt's history (late 19th, early 20th century) was so interesting--both politically and in the archeological world. Bonnie captures it well and then gives you a to-die for romance. Fortunately, she is busy working on another one. *g*




June 18, 2008
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Jennifer Ashley commented:

Twitter? Oh, no, another way to keep me glued to the Internet. Not that I need an excuse. *g*
www.jennifersromances.com




June 18, 2008
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BittenbyBooks commented:

I love twitter!

follow me @weirdstuff

:)




June 18, 2008
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Alice Gaines commented:

Sounds like Bonnie Vanak has written another winner!




June 18, 2008
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Barbara Vey commented:

BittenbyBooks, I found you on Twitter and love your name...weirdstuff. :)




June 18, 2008
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Debra Salonen commented:

Hi, Barbara,
I've been meaning to drop by ever since we talked at NINC. What can I say? Busy times.

Just wanted to say thanks for posting a review of Helen Brenna's NASCAR book. Well done, Emily.

Twitter? I'm afraid to ask...

Deb Salonen




June 18, 2008
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Teresa D'Amario commented:

What a great bunch of books! I can't wait to read Marilu Mann's book. I know that has to be awesome. :)




June 18, 2008
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Linda Warren commented:

I loved all the books, and I'm especially glad to see Helen's and Marilu Mann's reviews. Twitter? Sounds like fun. Thanks for the info, Barbara. I have to check this out, but I don't know if I have enough hours in my day.




June 18, 2008
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Linda Warren commented:

I loved all the books, and I'm especially glad to see Helen's and Marilu Mann's reviews. Twitter? Sounds like fun. Thanks for the info, Barbara. I have to check this out, but I don't know if I have enough hours in my day.




June 18, 2008
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K. Z. Snow commented:

Big congrats to "Arwen". Good to see e-pubbed authors getting some recognition!

BTW, Barbara, when is your mojo going to lift the Brewers from third to first place? Since I'm north of Milwaukee now, my vibes are weaker!




June 18, 2008
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K. Z. Snow commented:

Oops. Should've said, Marilu Mann's book (same author, different names -- never mind).




June 18, 2008
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Nancy Haddock commented:

Wow, another fantastic group of must-reads! Thank you for the super blurbs, Ladies!

Light,
Nancy
La Vida Vampire




June 18, 2008
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Marie commented:

Soo glad to see the Marilu Mann review! I read it on vacation and loved it! Waiting for the next in the series!




June 18, 2008
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Barbara Vey commented:

KZ, I'm always sending vibes to my Brewers and the season's barely started. Plenty of time to kick butt and get into the pennant race. :)




June 18, 2008
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LesaDragon commented:

I read the first release of Cherry's book, and I'm waiting for some of the details to fuzz up a bit before I read the re-release. Loved it, and looking forward to the extra 100 pages.

This place is so dangerous... not only was I sucked into twitter (I've been thinking about it for a long time, thanks for the push) but I always find MORE MORE MORE great books to add to my wish list. DANG IT.. and Thank you!

Dragon




June 18, 2008
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Emily Bryan commented:

Love Bonnie Vanak's Egyptian historicals. Her characters aren't the usual suspects.




June 18, 2008
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traciella commented:

I happen to think Bonnie's books ROCK, and she has a way of bringing her reader into the scene that is more than admirable - and Cherry Adair could re-write the phone book and make it HOT!! I, too, will be adding some of these other books to my TBR pile :)
Traci




June 18, 2008
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Mary Ricksen commented:

Bonnie is one of the best up and forever coming writers I've had the pleasure to read. Keep um' coming Bonnie.




June 18, 2008
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Marie Force commented:

Yeah to Marilu Mann!! Congratulations on such a glowing review!




June 18, 2008
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Missy Taylor commented:

Writing Black Magic Woman on my TBR list...




June 19, 2008
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Helen Scott Taylor commented:

Some great books reviewed here today. Bonnie Vanak's historicals are always great with the interesting characters and exotic settings, and Changing Times by Marilu Mann is a fast paced sizzler I can definitely recommend!




June 19, 2008
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Dan Blank commented:

Barbara: without Twitter, how would I know that you have a tendency to go to bed at 4am, and wake up at 6am?!




June 19, 2008
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Klee commented:

I'm so happy to see the shout-out for Changing Times. I was fortunate enough to get a sneak peak at the next book in the Lusting Wild series and it is going to be a HOT one!




June 19, 2008
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ShenanignsWilliams commented:

I came by because Marilu Mann is the best! I am happy to consider this amazing author my friend, and can't wait to see what comes next from her!




June 19, 2008
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Bonnie Vanak commented:

Joyce, thanks so much for the review!

Barbara, interesting note about Twitter. While doing research for another book, I came across an article about a student who used Twitter to text his way out of an Egyptian jail cell. He "tweeted" friends and family on his cell with one word, "arrested."

Now that is an innovative use of technology.




June 19, 2008
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Leanna Renee Hieber commented:

Hurrah for Marilu from a fellow RWA FF & P member! *cheers* She's awesome!




June 19, 2008
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Barbara Vey commented:

Bonnie, that is priceless. I keep forgetting to use my phone to twitter. And I'll definitely remember if I get arrested, so I hope you guys are all on twitter to read my message for help. :)




June 19, 2008
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LINDA LAROQUE commented:

This is my first visit. Great reviews. Thanks for asking me to stop by Marilu!
Linda




June 20, 2008
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Mona Risk commented:

I read all of Bonnie's books and love them. Marilu Mann, I can't wait to read your book.




June 22, 2008
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Trish Albright commented:

Bonnie writes with bite and Scorpion and the Seducer is sure to stimulate! And I can't wait to read Black Magic Woman as well! Sounds like a page-turner!





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