Archive for 2013

  • “The Beloved Daughter” by Alana Terry Book Tour/Giveaway (Ends 11/24) U.S.

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    The Beloved Daughter, an inspirational suspense novel by award-winning author Alana Terry, is a story of persecution and triumph set in the oppressive North Korean regime. The audiobook version of Alana’s bestselling debut novel is narrated by Kathy Garver, a four-time Audie award winner and Lifetime Achievement Award recipient from the Motion Picture Council. (You might also recognize Kathy as […]
  • Beck Valley Books: “Twin Flames” Book Tour by Kanta Bosniak

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    Kanta Bosniak is an author, artist, coach and interfaith minister with over 40 years experience an educator in Spiritual Growth and Guided Meditation.  “Almost all my books, the workshops that I facilitate, and the one-on-one work I do with individual clients incorporates creativity in the spiritual growth process. This is because positive thoughts need to go deeper than the intellectual […]
  • “Both Sides Now” by Paul E. Stawski Book Giveaway (Ends 12/8) WW

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    3 LUCKY WINNERS WILL EACH WIN A $10 AMAZON GIFTCARD Courtesy of author of Both Sides, Paul Stawski Ending on Sunday 8th December at 11.59pm EST Open Worldwide !! Imagine if you were in a tragic accident – unable to move or speak but otherwise cognizant of everything around you. Imagine hearing doctors deciding your fate without you having a […]
  • “arbitrate” by Megan Thomason Book Tour Finale (ends 11/24) WW

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    Everything has changed…   Arbitrate Tour Grand Finale!!! Arbitrate: It’s one year later. And everything has changed.  Remember The Second Chance Institute (SCI). Earth’s benevolent non-profit by day, Thera’s totalitarian regime by night. They’ve stepped up their game on Earth and on Thera–infiltrating political parties, preying on the downtrodden, and planning offensive maneuvers. And they’re handing out more “second chances” than […]
  • “A Bad Mad Sad Day for Mama Bear” by Mayra Calvani Book Blast (Ends 12/9) WW

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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      A Bad Mad Sad Day for Mama Bear On a very bad day, Little Bear offers Mama Bear various items to make her feel better, but she’s too busy to notice-until he gives her his super, so good, so very special dolly. Silly humor, alliteration, repetition, and onomatopoeia make this a fun read-aloud story. Suggested age range for readers: […]
  • How Often Do You Brush Your Dog’s Teeth? (With Two Reviews!)

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    Note:  I was sent free products for review purposes. This is not a topic we generally talk about, right?  Every time I got to the vet, I am reminded that I should brush my dog’s teeth, but does anyone really do that?  Does anyone want to deal with a recalcitrant dog who doesn’t want a toothbrush in his/her mouth?  It’s […]
  • Go Sugar Free With Butterfly Bakery Review

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    Note:  I was sent free products for review purposes. Since I am one who does watch my sugar intake as well as my calorie intake.  I am willing to sacrifice some taste if necessary, but I still prefer for my desserts to taste good.  They don’t have to be exactly like the original, but when I want a treat, I […]
  • Obol Cereal Box Giveaway (Ends 12/4) U.S.

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    Obol is a new bowl that solves the soggy cereal dilemma. Most cereal bowls are not designed to be held. They are slippery, awkward and not designed for the hand. They have no grip area. There is a reason for this…the perfect bowl is not easy to design or manufacture. Size, volume and molding constraints are very challenging. The Obol is […]
  • This Day in History November 17, 1819

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    From what I can tell, this really happened on this date, but it is extremely hard to verify.  On this date in 1819, a lightning bolt struck the spire of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France.  That was around noon, and eight hours later, the iron cross fell to the ground. For more info: http://www.islandnet.com/~see/weather/almanac/diarynov.htm http://www.examiner.com/article/weather-history-november-17-record-temps-storms-snow-tropics-flooding-1
  • bOOk r3vi3w Tours: “Cherished” by Lakshmi Menon Book Blast

    By Ruth on November 17, 2013
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    Grishma, accompanied by her father and four month old baby, boards the train to Delhi to join her husband Praveen. She decides to give him an unexpected visit. Little does she know that her journey will end in havoc to her life. 19 years later, Grishma’s daughter Jyothi, longing for her father’s love and support, determines to search for him, […]