I haven't done an In My Mailbox posts lately so here's what's been in my mailbox the last four weeks.
Sadly, I haven't had the chance to crack open even one of these awesome books yet. Hopefully soon!
Sunday, June 27, 2010
In My Mailbox - 28-31
In My Mailbox is hosted by Kristi at The Story Siren.
I haven't done an In My Mailbox posts lately so here's what's been in my mailbox the last four weeks.
Sadly, I haven't had the chance to crack open even one of these awesome books yet. Hopefully soon!
I haven't done an In My Mailbox posts lately so here's what's been in my mailbox the last four weeks.
Sadly, I haven't had the chance to crack open even one of these awesome books yet. Hopefully soon!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Waiting on Wednesday - 25 - Remember Me
Waiting on Wednesday is hosted by Breaking The Spine. This week's choice is:
Remember Me: Remember Me; The Return; The Last Story by Christopher Pike(!) - Release Date: July 6, 2010
She won't let them forget?
Shari Cooper wakes up dead. The last thing she can remember is falling from a balcony during her friend's party. Her death has been ruled a suicide, but Shari knows she was murdered. All of her closest friends are now suspects. As she tries to find her killer from the other side, she discovers her friends may not have been so loyal to her after all. Now, Shari is not just out for justice, she's out for revenge?
So Christopher Pike was a HUGE part of my early teen years and probably a big influence on my storytelling, in terms of subject, today. I loved so many of his dark, twisty, and sometimes paranormal books, but without a doubt, the Remember Me books were my favorite. I wanted to re-read them not long ago and discovered they were missing from the big box of old books I kept at my mom's house so when I saw that all three books were being released in one I was stoked! I can't wait to see what I think about this story all these years later!
Remember Me: Remember Me; The Return; The Last Story by Christopher Pike(!) - Release Date: July 6, 2010
She won't let them forget?
Shari Cooper wakes up dead. The last thing she can remember is falling from a balcony during her friend's party. Her death has been ruled a suicide, but Shari knows she was murdered. All of her closest friends are now suspects. As she tries to find her killer from the other side, she discovers her friends may not have been so loyal to her after all. Now, Shari is not just out for justice, she's out for revenge?
So Christopher Pike was a HUGE part of my early teen years and probably a big influence on my storytelling, in terms of subject, today. I loved so many of his dark, twisty, and sometimes paranormal books, but without a doubt, the Remember Me books were my favorite. I wanted to re-read them not long ago and discovered they were missing from the big box of old books I kept at my mom's house so when I saw that all three books were being released in one I was stoked! I can't wait to see what I think about this story all these years later!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Visual Inspiration - Imaginary Heart
I was inspired by Steph Bowe's awesome Visual Inspiration posts and thought I would share some of my visual inspirations for my YA Paranormal IMAGINARY HEART (formerly known as WHISPER).
All images come from we heart it.
All images come from we heart it.
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Pretty Little Liars Fans - What Do You Want To Know?
My time as a Pretty Little Liars Secret Keeper is coming to an end. I'm going to miss playing the game as Emily. It was a lot of fun.
Since I managed to keep most of my secrets - some of that is thanks to you! A is offering me the chance to ask ONE question to Shay Mitchell, the actress that plays Emily on the ABC Family tv show. They're going to film Shay answering it!
So my question to you Pretty Little Liars fans is what should I ask?
What do YOU want to know?
Post your questions in the comments and I'll pick one!
Since I managed to keep most of my secrets - some of that is thanks to you! A is offering me the chance to ask ONE question to Shay Mitchell, the actress that plays Emily on the ABC Family tv show. They're going to film Shay answering it!
So my question to you Pretty Little Liars fans is what should I ask?
What do YOU want to know?
Post your questions in the comments and I'll pick one!
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Birthday Extravaganza Winners!
It's time to announce the winners! WOW! I had a TON of entries! Picking the winners was a lot of work this time because the Contest Winner Picker is down and Excel hates me. Boo! At the close of the contest I had 498 followers, which means that both the 400 and 450 follower bonus prizes were triggered. Anyway, here they are!
Grand Prize
My Fave Books of 2010 So Far
WINNER: TV AND BOOK ADDICT
2nd Reader's Prize
Choice of ANY pre-order from my wish list:
Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
The Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare
Paranormalcy by Kiersten White
Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
The Replacement by Brenna Yovannoff
Glimmerglass by Jenna Black
Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick
Sister's Red by Jackson Pearce
Fixing Delilah Hannaford by Sarah Ockler
WINNER: MARIA GUAJARDO aka GABY
400 followers Prize
Choice of ONE of my Favorites of 2009
WINNER: ROBIN K
450 Follwers Prize
International Winner so Choice of ONE of my faves of 2009 or 2010
WINNER: LALE
Writers Grand Prize
Choice of:
A 30 page critique
Writing The Breakout Novel by Donald Maass
Self-Editing for Fiction Writers by Renni Brown and Dave King
OR if you don't want a critique
Writing The Breakout Novel by Donald Maass
Self-Editing for Fiction Writers by Renni Brown and Dave King
The Writer's Journey by Christopher Vogler
Write or Die - Desktop Edition (works on both PC and Mac)
WINNER: HEATHER FEASEY
2nd Writer's Prize
The You Can Write A Novel Kit OR if you'd rather, 30 page critique
WINNER: I did not hear back from the first winner so the new winner isMELISSA (at I Swim For Oceans) SHANNON
Congrats to all the winners and thank you to everyone who entered and spread the word! It made my birthday that much more awesome this year!
Winners, I will email you, if I don't get a response by the end of the day Monday, June 24th, I will pick a new winner. If you don't hear from me, check your spam filter and/or email me at valeriekwrites at gmail dot com!
Grand Prize
WINNER: TV AND BOOK ADDICT
2nd Reader's Prize
Choice of ANY pre-order from my wish list:
Linger by Maggie Stiefvater
Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins
The Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare
Paranormalcy by Kiersten White
Anna and the French Kiss by Stephanie Perkins
The Replacement by Brenna Yovannoff
Glimmerglass by Jenna Black
Crescendo by Becca Fitzpatrick
Sister's Red by Jackson Pearce
Fixing Delilah Hannaford by Sarah Ockler
WINNER: MARIA GUAJARDO aka GABY
400 followers Prize
Choice of ONE of my Favorites of 2009
WINNER: ROBIN K
450 Follwers Prize
International Winner so Choice of ONE of my faves of 2009 or 2010
WINNER: LALE
Writers Grand Prize
Choice of:
A 30 page critique
Writing The Breakout Novel by Donald Maass
Self-Editing for Fiction Writers by Renni Brown and Dave King
OR if you don't want a critique
Writing The Breakout Novel by Donald Maass
Self-Editing for Fiction Writers by Renni Brown and Dave King
The Writer's Journey by Christopher Vogler
Write or Die - Desktop Edition (works on both PC and Mac)
WINNER: HEATHER FEASEY
2nd Writer's Prize
The You Can Write A Novel Kit OR if you'd rather, 30 page critique
WINNER: I did not hear back from the first winner so the new winner is
Congrats to all the winners and thank you to everyone who entered and spread the word! It made my birthday that much more awesome this year!
Winners, I will email you, if I don't get a response by the end of the day Monday, June 24th, I will pick a new winner. If you don't hear from me, check your spam filter and/or email me at valeriekwrites at gmail dot com!
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