Archive for 2013

  • WNL Book Tours: “Jagged Edges” by Doris H. Dancy Book Promo

    By Ruth on November 24, 2013
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    Paperback: 364 pages Publisher: St. Paul Press (July 15, 2013) ISBN-10: 0989088596 ISBN-13: 978-0989088596 Genre: Christian Romance Hosted by: Write Now Literary Virtual Book Tour http://wnlbooktours.com/   About The Book Derek Wellington had his life set.  He was born into wealth, graduated with honors from Harvard Law, and, since high school, knew he would marry the beautiful Morgan LaRue.  …but […]
  • Denise Richards Fragrance Giveaway–5 Winners (Ends 12/9) U.S.

    By Ruth on November 24, 2013
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    To Celebrate the release of the Denise Richards Fragrance 5 Lucky Winners will each receive their own Parfum Spray Sensations of warmth and vitality draw you into a top of hydrating coconut water, sun-soaked plumeria and sensual ylang-ylang.    Volumptuous bouquet blooms at the heart with lush gardenia, enthraling jasmine sambac, tropical tiare and breathtaking white lily.    A delicate […]
  • End of the Year 2013 Reading Cram Read-a-thon!

    By Ruth on November 24, 2013
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    Well, I have decided to join in this last reading challenge.  Maybe–just maybe–I can get some of my TBR pile read.  So I’m going to commit.  Read on for more information. Why should you participate? 1. To chisel off some of your TBR pile. 2. Do all the fun challenges and win some prizes. 3. Encourage others to read like […]
  • “Divergent” by Veronica Roth Book Review

    By Ruth on November 24, 2013
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    In Beatrice Prior’s dystopian Chicago world, society is divided into five factions, each dedicated to the cultivation of a particular virtue–Candor (the honest), Abnegation (the selfless), Dauntless (the brave), Amity (the peaceful), and Erudite (the intelligent). On an appointed day of every year, all sixteen-year-olds must select the faction to which they will devote the rest of their lives. For […]
  • This Day in History November 24, 1947

    By Ruth on November 24, 2013
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    On this date in 1947, the “Hollywood 10” as they were called were found in contempt for not answering before Congress.  And who were these notorious 10?  Thank McCarthyism for this debacle.   They became a part of the Hollywood blacklist due to suspected Communist and un-American actions.  This blacklist actually contained 500 names before it all ended in the 1960’s. […]
  • Farm Rich Free Product Coupons Giveaway (Ends 12/8) U.S.

    By Ruth on November 24, 2013
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    Welcome to the Farm Rich Free Product Coupons Giveaway Hosted by: SaraLee’s Deals Steals & Giveaways Sponsored by: Farm Rich Farm Rich products have been setting the standard for delicious, easy-to-prepare food the whole family loves and craves for. Farm Rich foods taste like nothing else because they’re made like nothing else, with 100% real ingredients like real cheese, high-quality […]
  • Litfuse Group: “Dear Mr. Knightley” by Katherine Reay Book Review/Giveaway Promo

    By Ruth on November 24, 2013
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    Samantha Moore has always hidden behind the words of others—namely her favorite characters in literature. Now, she will learn to write her own story—by giving that story to a complete stranger. Growing up orphaned and alone, Sam found her best friends in the works of Austen, Dickens, and the Brontë sisters. The problem is that she now relates to others […]
  • Mary J. Blige “A Mary Christmas” CD Giveaway (Ends 12/10) U.S.

    By Ruth on November 23, 2013
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    Welcome to the Mary J. Blige “A Mary Christmas” CD Giveaway! Hosted by Mama’s Mission along with Reel Mama and Jenns Blah Blah Blog. I don’t know about you, but Christmas music is something I could listen to almost year ’round.  Our local radio station finally started playing 24-hour Christmas music, and it always puts me in a good mood.  […]
  • Literary Nook: “Rally of a Purple Heart” by Brittany Batong Book Tour/Giveaway (Ends 11/24) WW

    By Ruth on November 23, 2013
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    Title: Rally of a Purple Heart Author: Brittany Batong Genres: Historical Romance Categories: World War II Erotic Elements: NONE Publisher: Chances Press, LLC Release Date: 8/10/2013 Word Count/Length: 190 pages   Buy Links: Amazon – http://www.amazon.com/Rally-Purple-Heart-Brittany-Batong/dp/0988230267/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1378658161&sr=1-1&keywords=rally+of+a+purple+heart   Barnes & Noble – http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rally-of-a-purple-heart-brittany-batong/1116060794?ean=2940045152549   All Romance Ebooks – https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-rallyofapurpleheart-1241443-148.html   Synopsis:   The road west would lead them to each other… Hilde Graham is an independent-spirited waitress living in […]
  • This Day in History November 23, 1887

    By Ruth on November 23, 2013
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    I first was introduced to today’s feature as a child at Christmastime.  The perennial favorite–How the Grinch Stole Christmas.  I never tire of watching this, and on this date in 1887, Boris Karloff was born.  William Henry Pratt was his name, and he was  born in London.  He was actually related to Anna Leonowens of the King and I and […]