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Avon Books!

Four stories, four authors, one theme: that was the idea behind the bestselling anthology It Happened One Night.  Now, Stephanie Laurens, Mary Balogh, Jacquie D’Alessandro and Candice Hern return to write four stories ultimately chosen by readers, in IT HAPPENED ONE SEASON. 

Romance fans should visit www.ItHappenedOneSeason.com to suggest their story.  It must take place during the Regency social season. And they must include three specific plot points (such as these used for the anthology It Happened One Night: (1) a couple meets at an inn 2) they had met before but not within the past ten years 3) the whole story takes place within a 24 hour period.)

About the Contest

Submit three specific plot elements and your ideas could create the theme of the four tales in the new anthology collection, IT HAPPENED ONE SEASON.   

The authors choose the four finalists. 

The readers vote on the ultimate favorite and one lucky winner will see their dream come true. 

The grand prize winner will be acknowledged on the dedication page of IT HAPPENED ONE SEASON and receive a $1,000 American Express gift card and a copy signed by all 4 authors. Semi-finalists will receive $100 American Express gift cards and a set of personalized autographed books. 

Deadline for ideas: February 14, 2010

Round two/general voting begins: February 25, 2010

Winner announced: March 14, 2010 

Note: Contest is open to US residents only, age 18 or older.

Jennifer Lynne

To celebrate Valentine's Day 2010, I am giving away one copy of Secrets Volume 28 Sensual Cravings. This latest erotic romance anthology by Red Sage Publishing contains my novella, Seducing Serena, and three other steamy romance novellas, just right for some sensual Valentine's Day reading.
 
All you need to do to enter is go to my website http://www.jenniferlynne.com.au/blog/ and add a comment on any of my blog posts, any time between now and 1st Feb 2010. Winner will be randomly picked from those who have left comments in the designated time frame, and will be contacted by email. Once the mailing address has been verified, I will post the paperback copy of Secrets Volume 28, hopefully in time for Valentine's Day.
 
Secrets Volume 28 Sensual Cravings has already received a positive 4-star review from Romantic Times BOOK Reviews. It has been a very exciting time with the publication of my first work and a great review to start it off. I’m hoping I can share some of the fun with this Valentine’s Day giveaway offer.
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Fresh Fiction

Celebrate the release of THE TEXAS BILLIONAIRE'S BABY!

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Karen Rose Smith is giving away a suede tarnish-free, ring- keeper box to keep your precious rings and jewelry. She will also include two of her books. In THE TEXAS BILLIONAIRE'S BABY an antique locket plays an important role. Discover how in Karen's 4th romance in her Baby Experts series for Silhouette Special Edition.

Read about secrets and forgiveness

The night Gina Rigoletti left Logan Barnes, he and his father argued and Elliot Barnes had a stroke. Afterward Logan decided to forget Gina and build his dad's empire to make his father proud of him. Logan took his time falling in love again. When he did marry, tragedy struck and his wife died to save their child.

Now a pediatric physical therapist and baby development expert, Gina returns to Sagebrush. A friend and fate push her into Logan's life once more as she helps his son. Little Daniel was a preemie whose development has been slow. At fourteen months he is not yet walking and Logan searches for help. As he and Gina reunite, memories and emotions are intense between them. Logan doesn't know Gina holds two secrets: the reason she left as well as the reason she didn't return--a date rape that changed the course of her life. Both Logan and Gina have to face their pasts to find a future together. Can love truly conquer all? Find out by buying THE TEXAS BILLIONAIRE'S BABY, on sale at the end of February from Silhouette Special Edition.
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Find Yourself in a Reckoners Story by Doranna Durgin

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THE RECKONERS kicks off a new contemporary fantasy romance series about a young woman once mentored by a ghost and now leading a ghostbuster team, all of whom tangle with a fiercely driven demon-hunter from a different dimension. And now I'm looking for an excuse to play more with this universe, with these characters! Enter the contest to win a chance to become part of a stand-alone Reckoners short story. The name you choose, and the appearance you choose. How fun is that? This contest will run for three months before a winner is chosen; feel free to enter each month! And look for "free book" contests elsewhere--here on Fresh Fiction for Valentine's Day, and also on my webstead. Order THE RECKONERS Today
When Lisa McGarrity and her team come across an intruder in a client's spirit-infested house and he claims to need their help, they're skeptical. When he tells them of trouble at the Winchester Mystery House--San Jose's riddle of a mansion built first to draw ghosts and now a steady stream of tourists--they're even less inclined to believe. But when inexplicable, deadly events rock the city to its core, they're forced to help the mysterious Trevarr...secrets and all
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Celebrate with Vicki Hinze! Win a Samsung Netbook
Remember to order FORGET ME NOT by 3/16/2010!

ends March 16, 2010

How can you win Samsung NC10-13GB 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook? One Easy Step! No purchase necessary! Tell us where you would order FORGET ME NOT or your favorite bookstore information below, to enter the drawing before March 16th for a chance to win

Samsung NC10-13GB 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook

Product Features

• 1.6GHz Intel N270 Atom Processor (533 MHz Front Side Bus 512KB Level 2 Cache)
• 1 GB DDR2 RAM, Expandable to 2 GB (single slot)
• 160GB SATA Hard Drive (5400 RPM), 802.11 b/g WiFi
• Up to 6 HOURS of Battery Life
• Genuine Microsoft XP Home (SP3), 6-Cell Lithium Ion 5200 mAh Battery
• 10.1" Widescreen WSVGA 1024x600 Display, Intel GMA 950 Graphics
• Size (LWH): 7.3 inches, 10.27 inches, 1.19 inches
• Weight: 2.8 pounds Samsung NC10-13GB 10.1-Inch Blue Netbook

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FORGET ME NOT
Crossroads Crisis Center series, Book 1
Random House Religious,
Waterbrook-Multnomah
ISBN: 1601422059
ISBN: 978-1601-4220571
Release Date 3/16/2010

Celebrate WITH VICKI!

THEIR ELUSIVE ENEMIES TOOK EVERYTHING. NOW THEY WANT MORE.

Crossroads Crisis Center owner Benjamin Brandt was a content man—in his faith, his work, and his family. Then in a flash, everything he loved was snatched away. His wife and son were murdered, and grief-stricken Ben lost faith. Determination to find their killers keeps him going, but after three years of dead ends and torment, his hope is dying too. Why had he survived? He’d failed to protect his family.

Now, a mysterious woman appears at Crossroads seeking answers and help—a victim who eerily resembles Ben’s deceased wife, Susan. A woman robbed of her identity, her life, of everything except her faith—and Susan’s necklace.

The connections between the two women mount, exceeding coincidence, and to keep the truth hidden, someone is willing to kill. Finding out who and why turns Ben and the mystery woman’s situation from dangerous to deadly. Their only hope for survival is to work together, trust each other, and face whatever they discover head on, no matter how painful. But will that be enough to save their lives and heal their tattered hearts
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A Valentine Basket from Ann DeFee with Texas Pralines, Lindt Truffles, Susan Boyle's CD and HILL COUNTRY HERO!

ends February 8, 2010

Win a treat basket including a bag of yummy Texas pralines and Lindt Truffles, Susan Boyle’s new CD and an autographed copy of Hill Country Hero - Ann's February Harlequin American Romance. Valentine's Day can trace its origin back to the death of a Christian martyr in Roman times, but somehow through the years it has magically evolved into a celebration of romance. That is the miracle of love. So take this special day and do something wonderful for someone who resides in your heart. Hill Country Hero

CiCi Hurst really, really wanted a job. That's why she agreed to be the mascot for her daddy's NFL football team. It was embarrassing enough to be dressed up like Foghorn Leghorn (okay, it was actually a Roadrunner). And she really doesn't expect to be tackled by six feet five inches of gorgeous male. Jake Culpepper is every woman's dream. Too bad the pro-football star is the type CiCi has vowed to avoid. She had been there and done that, and there wasn't going to be an encore. No more low-down, cheating, womanizing athletes for her - no siree! Jake can't believe he just decked the boss's daughter! Now he's paying the price by working for CiCi at her family's camp in the Texas Hill Country for underprivileged kids. He didn't intend to be a hero. And he sure didn't plan on falling for an heiress. But love sometimes has a mind of its own, and that's when the sparks fly
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Sweet Kisses from Kathryn Albright. Win a copy of TEXAS WEDDING FOR THEIR BABY'S SAKE Plus a Borders Gift Card!

ends February 8, 2010

Cupid needs some down time too! Curl up with a mug of hot chocolate and Kathryn Albright's new release, a story of that takes place in the heart of Texas! Win an autographed copy of her newest book, Texas Wedding for their Baby's Sake, along with a $20 Borders Gift Card.
He'll offer his name, but not his heart... Brandon Dumont is not the man he once was. Embittered by war, he is now a rugged survivor, a broken hero. Certain he's not fit for society, he finds his lonely self-imposed exile shattered by the arrival of the woman he once bedded and left behind. Since her fiancé went to war, social butterfly, Caroline Benet has had to grow up fast. She's held up a stagecoach at gunpoint, and left the safety of Charleston for wild Texas territory-all to find a man she no longer knows...for the sake of their unborn child
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Win a copy of THE HAPPINESS PROJECT by Gretchen Rubin

ends February 28, 2010

Check out the Jen's Jewels interview with Gretchen Rubin, author of THE HAPPINESS PROJECT. Answer the question below and you could be one of FIVE winners to get a copy, courtesy of Harper Collins. THE HAPPINESS PROJECT

Gretchen Rubin had an epiphany one rainy afternoon in the unlikeliest of places: a city bus. "The days are long, but the years are short," she realized. "Time is passing, and I'm not focusing enough on the things that really matter." In that moment, she decided to dedicate a year to her happiness project.

In this lively and compelling account of that year, Rubin carves out her place alongside the authors of bestselling memoirs such as Julie and Julia, The Year of Living Biblically, and Eat, Pray, Love. With humor and insight, she chronicles her adventures during the twelve months she spent test-driving the wisdom of the ages, current scientific research, and lessons from popular culture about how to be happier.

Rubin didn't have the option to uproot herself, nor did she really want to; instead she focused on improving her life as it was. Each month she tackled a new set of resolutions: give proofs of love, ask for help, find more fun, keep a gratitude notebook, forget about results. She immersed herself in principles set forth by all manner of experts, from Epicurus to Thoreau to Oprah to Martin Seligman to the Dalai Lama to see what worked for her—and what didn't.

Her conclusions are sometimes surprising—she finds that money can buy happiness, when spent wisely; that novelty and challenge are powerful sources of happiness; that "treating" yourself can make you feel worse; that venting bad feelings doesn't relieve them; that the very smallest of changes can make the biggest difference—and they range from the practical to the profound.

Written with charm and wit, The Happiness Project is illuminating yet entertaining, thought-provoking yet compulsively readable. Gretchen Rubin's passion for her subject jumps off the page, and reading just a few chapters of this book will inspire you to start your own happiness project
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Win A Box of Godiva from Brenda Joyce

ends February 28, 2010

Hearts will rejoice in February and Brenda Joyce wants a lucky reader to enjoy a box of Godiva as well. Don't miss the re-issue of one of the de Warenne classics, THE MASQUERADE, available, February 1st.
A tale of the dangers and delights of passion fulfilled As a child, shy, bookish Elizabeth Anne Fitzgerald loses her heart to the dashing young lord, Tyrell de Warenne. Although she is well aware that he is the heir to an earldom and utterly unattainable, Lizzie secretly worships him for years. And one fateful evening—the night of her first masquerade ball—she is stunned when he suggests that they rendezvous at midnight. But then fortune takes a maddening turn and Lizzie is thwarted from ever meeting Tyrell. Lizzie is certain such an opportunity will never arise again, but that night is only the beginning... Tyrell de Warenne is shocked when, two years later, Lizzie arrives on his doorstep with a child that she claims is his. He remembers her well—and knows that it is impossible that he is the boy's father. What is this game she is playing...and why? Is Elizabeth Anne Fitzgerald a woman of vast experience, or the gentle innocent he had believed her to be? Tyrell quickly decides he will play her game and he claims the child as his own—determined to uncover Lizzie's lies. But neither scandal, deception nor pride can thwart a love too grand and passionate to ever be denied
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Win a copy of Sue Ann Jaffarian's latest, CORPSE ON THE COB

ends February 15, 2010

You don't want to miss Sharon's interview with Sue Ann Jaffarian nor will you want to be the ONLY one who has NOT read one of Odelia's tales of mystery and humor! So enter and you might win CORPSE ON THE COB
or don't take a chance and just
What do you have to lose when you go searching for the mother who walked out of your life thirty-four years ago? I mean besides your pride, your nerves, and your sanity? Odelia finds herself up to her ears in trouble when she reunites with her mom in a corn maze at the Autumn Fair in Holmsbury, Massachusetts. For starters, there’s finding the dead body in the cornfield—and seeing her long-lost mom crouched beside the corpse with blood on her hands
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Sabrina Jeffries Spreads the Valentine’s Day
Love with Collectibles from Her New Regency Romance

ends February 8, 2010

Romance lovers are abuzz about New York Times Bestseller Sabrina Jeffries’s new Regency series: The Hellions of Halstead Hall. Book 1, The Truth About Lord Stoneville, is now on sale, and the winner of Sabrina’s Valentine contest winner will not only take home a rare original cover flat of the new book, but she’ll also pocket a collectible Hellions of Halstead Hall $25 Macy’s Gift Card! It’s just Sabrina’s way of saying, "Happy Valentines!"

In Sabrina Jeffries’ new series, The Hellions of Halstead Hall, Oliver Sharpe is the oldest of the scandalous Sharpes (five hell-raising siblings tainted by the gossip surrounding the "accidental" deaths of their parents two decades earlier). Like his brothers and sisters, the Marquess of Stoneville has lived life on his own terms. In his case, as an unrepentant rakehell.

That is until Grandmother Hetty got a bee in her bonnet. Now the five Sharpe siblings face a daunting ultimatum: Marry by year’s end—or kiss their inheritance good-bye.

Oliver vows to fulfill the bargain in true Sharpe fashion— by bringing home a fake fiancé from a brothel! But his scheme backfires when he foils a robbery and rescues an American beauty instead. His rebellious charade may yet call Hetty’s bluff, but not before Maria Butterfield stirs up a love that tempts the Marquess of Stoneville to be a hellion no more.

"Lively repartee, fast action, luscious sensuality, and an abundance of humor . . . Jeffries has launched another sparkling series with winning potential." —Library Journal, starred review

For more about Sabrina’s new series, visit www.SabrinaJeffries.com
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Enter to win copy of DIARY OF A CONFESSIONS QUEEN and $25 pre-paid VISA card.

ends February 28, 2010

To celebrate the release of her new mystery novel, Kathy Carmichael is offering one lucky winner a copy of DIARY OF A CONFESSIONS QUEEN and a $25 prepaid VISA card. During the month of February, Medallion Press Radio on Blog Talk Radio is airing a radio play / action interview based on Kathy's book. In addition to playing herself, Kathy did the voices for two other characters. Can you guess who they are? Click here to listen to the radio play. Diary of a Confessions Queen

Confessions writer Amy Crosby has put her life on hold for the last seven years after the disappearance of her husband, Dan. In writing for "True Lies Magazine," guilt-ridden Amy takes on the abilities her fictional characters confess to, such as the time she thought she was psychic after researching clairvoyants. With fatalistic acceptance of the craziness in her life, she uses humor to cope; but when the home Dan bought for them is about to be foreclosed, her only answer is his having him declared legally dead and using his life insurance policy. Her home is safe--that is, until she receives a blackmail note. Equal parts mystery and humor, this novel is sure to keep readers guessing--and laughing--until the end
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Celebrate Lucy Monroe's Feb 2010 release "Moon Craving"

ends February 28, 2010

In celebration of Lucy's Feb 2010 release Moon Craving - Lucy will be giving away a copy of Moon Awakening, some delectably tasty treats, and a wolf inspired prize! Moon Craving

When Talorc-laird of the Sinclair clan and leader of his werewolf pack- must wed an Englishwoman, he's shocked to find that she is his mate. Deaf since childhood, Abigail hopes to keep her affliction from Talorc as long as possible, just as he has no intention of telling her that he's a werewolf. But when Abigail learns that the husband she's begun to love has deceived her, it will take all his warrior's strength-and his wolf's cunning-to win his wife back
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ONE DAY ONLY WIN a copy of Hank Phillippi Ryan's Charlie books and a Grand Prize winner wins the collection plus a bag!

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Blog contest -- visit Hank's blog today and comment -- The choice of any one of Hank’s Charlie McNally series—to five lucky commenters! And one grand prize winner get the first three books--plus a terrific limited edition black canvas tote bag.
Investigative reporter Charlotte McNally is an expert at keeping things confidential, but suddenly everyone has a secret—and it turns out it is possible to know too much. Her latest scoop—an expose of a counterfeit car scam, complete with stakeouts, high-speed chases and hidden-camera footage—is ratings gold. But soon that leads her to a brand-new and diabolical scheme. Charlie’s personal and professional lives are on a collision course, too. Her fiancé is privy to information about threats at an elite private school that have turned deadly. Charlie has never counted on happy endings. But now, just as she’s finally starting to believe in second chances, she realizes revenge, extortion and murder may leave her alone again—or even dead . . . . You must leave a comment on Hank's blog to win.
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Mary Balogh’s February Contest Prize
Is A MATTER OF CLASS:
Beautiful, Lace Table Linens & a Touching Novel

ends February 28, 2010

Celebrated author Mary Balogh has penned a stunning tale of two families, their 30-year conflict over social class and the effects this long-standing feud has had on the families’ two now-grown children. A MATTER OF CLASS is a must-read gem for Mary Balogh and romance fans.

In the spirit of this charming read, Mary’s February contest features six "Rose" placemats and a matching table runner from Heritage Lace, since long ago, having something made of lace was the ultimate indication of class. In addition, the grand prizewinner in Mary’s contest will receive a gift-size hardcover copy of A MATTER OF CLASS (Vanguard Press, January 2009).

Reginald Mason has been a wildly extravagant expense to his father for too long. He must marry and settle down. And it so happens that Lady Annabelle Ashton, daughter of the Earl of Havercroft, the Masons' neighbor and long-time enemy, has just disgraced herself by trying to elope with her father's coachman. At last Mr. Mason sees a way of forcing recognition for his wealth even though he is not a gentleman by birth. Reggie will marry Annabelle—or be cut off forever from his father's vast funds.

Annabelle is about to be banished to her father's most remote estate in northern England. She is ruined and unmarriageable. But at the last moment she is offered a reprieve from complete disgrace, and her father is offered a reprieve from the financial ruin he has been facing for some time. All the earl has to do is swallow his pride and marry his daughter to the son of his enormously wealthy neighbor, whom he has despised for years.

It is not a promising start for the lifelong commitment of marriage. But it would seem that Reggie and Annabelle have no choice but to make the best of it. They have no control over their destiny, after all.

Or do they?

"This is another Balogh WINNER that you will not want to miss!" —SingleTitles.com

"Mary Balogh created a story filled with deceit, lies, trickery, hope and humor that will not only restore your faith in love, but will let you know just how clever a woman can be when she wants to get her man." — Bookpleasures.com

Visit www.MaryBalogh.com for a complete listing of books from the prolific New York Times bestselling author
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Nicole Jordan February Contest Wins Readers’ Hearts
With Sexy Earrings, Seductive Fragrance
& the Latest Courtship Wars Novel

ends February 28, 2010

TO TAME A DANGEROUS LORD, a determined lady must arm herself with all the tools necessary to win the love of a handsome lord. One lucky winner in Nicole Jordan’s February contest will receive first-hand tips for seduction with the help of an autographed copy of Nicole’s fifth Courtship Wars novel, TO TAME A DANGEROUS LORD (Ballantine paperback), a new novel out this month! TO TAME A DANGEROUS LORD is a sizzling Regency romance that takes a delightful, daring twist as it proves there’s nothing simple about a marriage of convenience.

In addition to an autographed copy of Nicole’s latest book, the grand prizewinner will also receive a pair of stunning, vintage-style earrings from 1928 Jewelry, which are sure to catch the attention of any striking rake. The winner can also dab a bit of luscious, apricot vanilla perfume oil behind her ears and watch as the beaus in the room all vie for her attention.

Two other winners will each receive a book from Nicole Jordan’s Courtship Wars series.

Dangerously sexy nobleman and former spymaster Rayne Kenyon, Earl of Haviland, has no interest in love. He merely desires an heir to carry on his title and, therefore, must find a wife. Rayne makes a surprising choice of brides by settling on the plain spinster daughter of a fellow spy who once saved his life. Yet spirited, witty Madeline Ellis proves much more than he bargained for.

Dazed by Rayne's smoldering kisses, Madeline knows that she's at last found love — with a man determined to avoid it. Once wedded, she decides to take fate into her own hands. Maybe, just maybe, she can kindle the fires in Rayne’s heart by turning her plain, ordinary self into a dazzling temptress. With a little help from the Loring sisters, the earl's artless new wife becomes a beautiful, bold seductress in their marriage bed. But who would imagine that a simple marriage of convenience could suddenly turn into one flooded with danger, desire, and unexpected love?

"One of my all time favorite writers, Nicole Jordan delivers romance like no one else. Captivating, enticing, and irresistible, her books are always on my must buy list." —New York Times bestselling author Sherrilyn Kenyon

"Once again Ms. Jordan has hit upon a winning novel sure to keep her audience enthralled and entertained for years to come!" —CoffeetimeRomance.com

"Nicole Jordan creates appealing characters whose ability to arouse and respond to passion without reservations is unequaled by many other romance authors. The plot is incredible, humorous, adventurous and all together delightful! Congratulations, Ms. Jordan, on another definite best seller!" —TheBestReviews.com

For latest news, excerpts, contest information and to read Rayne and Madeline's delightful character blogs, visit www.NicoleJordanAuthor.com
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Carla Neggers’ February Contest
Turns Up the Heat
With ONE FIRE & Fire Agate Necklace

ends February 28, 2010

New York Times bestselling author Carla Neggers sets the reading world ON FIRE this month with a hot, romantic suspense reissue of an old favorite. In ON FIRE (MIRA paperback re-issue, February 2010), Carla pulls readers deep into the heart-pounding world of one family's terrible secrets, and the woman set to pay for them.

Carla’s February contest prize brings on the heat with a super-sexy hematite and fire agate pendant necklace and a Carla Neggers romantic suspense novel for one lucky winner. Two great prizewinners will each receive a Carla Neggers novel as well.
OUT OF THE FIRE. INTO AN INFERNO.

First he's suspected of murder, then he disappears. But no matter what the evidence says, Riley St. Joe knows her grandfather is not capable of such a vile act. The famed explorer and oceanographer taught Riley all she knows. Now she'll pay him back by finding the real killer.

Recovering from gunshot wounds received in the line of duty, FBI agent John Straker is the last man Riley would go to for help. With her lifelong nemeses, bitter arguments are the only constant in this relationship. But knowing she's in danger—and about to get herself into more—Straker can't help but follow and keep an eye on her, even if it means binding their fates with dangerously combustible ties.

"[P]lenty of excitement . . . Neggers will delight." —RT Book Reviews

Visit www.CarlaNeggers.com for her intriguing photo blog and for information on Carla’s upcoming books, including THE WHISPER, a brand new romantic suspense slated for July
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Sherryl Woods & Her Sweet Magnolias
Celebrate April’s HOME IN CAROLINA
With Bookstore Gift Card & Scented Candle

ends February 28, 2010

Fans of Sherryl Woods’ novels will have much to celebrate this Spring when MIRA books publishes three brand new novels from her charming, Southern contemporary romance series—The Sweet Magnolias. First up is HOME IN CAROLINA (MIRA paperback, April 2010), which features the continuing story of Annie Sullivan and Ty Townsend, childhood sweethearts whose love affair ended badly after Ty’s unforgiveable betrayal. Sherryl’s February grand prizewinner will get a rare sneak-peak into this novel when she receives an advance reading copy of HOME IN CAROLINA. The lucky winner will also take home a sweet magnolia- scented soy candle and a $25 gift card to the winner’s choice of Borders, Barnes & Noble or Amazon.com. Two great prizewinners will each receive a novel from Sherryl Woods’ backlist.

Annie Sullivan always imagined a blissful future with her childhood best friend, Tyler Townsend—a romantic life that began in their aptly named hometown, Serenity, South Carolina. But ever since Ty’s betrayal cost her the family and future they once planned to have, Annie looks toward her homecoming with bittersweet anticipation.

For Ty, losing Annie was heartbreaking. Still, he steadfastly remains focused on raising his three-year-old son. Unwilling to accept a future without Annie, Ty hopes to find a way to win her heart again so they can live the future he’s dreamed about for so long, a future that includes raising his child together. He’s back home in Serenity to fight for that dream. Confident that his determination will win out, he soon realizes convincing Annie to forgive and forget may be the hardest challenge he’s ever faced. With so much at stake, Ty knows this is one game he has to win.

For more information on HOME IN CAROLINA, SWEET TEA AT SUNRISE or HONEYSUCKLE SUMMER (MIRA paperbacks, April/May/June 2010), visit www.SherrylWoods.com. Readers can also immerse themselves in Sherryl’s world of friendships, family and heartfelt emotions by interacting with Sherryl on her delightful blog, www.JustBetweenFriends.blogspot.com
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Robyn Carr’s ANGEL’S PEAK Contest
Evokes Style & Charm
With Kenneth Jay Lane Bracelet
And Virgin River Trio

ends February 28, 2010

Robyn Carr’s beloved Virgin River series has enchanted readers with her tales of sexy military heroes and their remote town set in northern California’s redwood forests. After the release of last month’s wildly popular FORBIDDEN FALLS, Robyn is excited to share ANGEL’S PEAK with her avid fans this month. These contemporary romances have won over readers and critics alike with Robyn’s modern, approachable characters and the contrasting rugged, natural setting. As a nod to the beautiful backdrop for these fabulous novels, Robyn will give one lucky winner a gorgeous redwood and metal stretch bracelet by Kenneth Jay Lane as well as a copy of FORBIDDEN FALLS, ANGEL’S PEAK and March’s MOONLIGHT ROAD. Two additional winners will each receive a Virgin River novel as well.

Four years ago, Air Force sweethearts Franci Duncan and Sean Riordan reached an impasse. She wanted marriage and a family, he didn’t. But a chance meeting proves that the bitter breakup hasn’t cooled the sizzling chemistry that brought them together in the first place.

Sean has settled down in spite of himself—he’s not the cocky young fighter pilot he was when Franci left, and he wants them to try again. After all, they have a history . . . but that’s not all they share.

Franci’s secret reason for walking away when Sean refused to commit is now three-and-a-half: a redheaded cherub named Rosie who shares her daddy’s emerald green eyes. Sean is stunned—and furious with Franci for the deception.

Visit www.RobynCarr.com to read excerpts from three new Virgin River stories—FORBIDDEN FALLS, ANGEL’S PEAK and MOONLIGHT ROAD (MIRA paperbacks, Jan/Feb/Mar 2010). While you’re there, pull up a seat to Jack’s Bar—the favorite cyber hangout for fans of the Virgin River series and its unique cast of characters.
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Meet the New Cowboys on the Ranch
With a Copy of Linda Lael Miller’s McKETTRICK’S OF TEXAS: TATE

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Everything’s bigger in Texas—including matters of the heart as readers will soon find out in Linda’s 2010 contemporary western trilogy, the McKETTRICKS OF TEXAS. This month, in McKETTRICKS OF TEXAS: TATE (HQN Books), cowgirls everywhere will swoon for the oldest of three brothers and ranch CEO, Tate McKettrick. The grand prizewinner will get to know Tate more intimately after reading her copy of McKETTRICKS OF TEXAS: TATE. The lucky winner will also receive a western-inspired 3-strand convertible stretch bracelet from the master handcrafters at Maverick Rose. Whether the winner wears this beauty as a bracelet or a necklace, she’s bound to turn all the cowboys’ heads. Three great prizewinners will each receive a Linda Lael Miller novel.

For divorced dad Tate McKettrick, there are barely enough hours each day to run the Silver Spur ranch, do the suit- and-tie thing for his business and run herd on his beloved six-year-old daughters. But time stands still at the sight of Libby Remington. When they were high school sweethearts, the wealthy McKettrick made a mistake that cost him the love of his life. But now they’re both back in Blue River, Texas. And cattle rustlers, a manipulative ex-wife and a killer stallion can’t keep Tate from trying to win Libby again.

Libby has her hands full caring for her mother and running the Perk Up Coffee Shop. Caffeine she needs. Tate McKettrick—with his blazing blue eyes and black hair. No way! Oh, heck—yes! But can Tate and Libby really hope for a second chance?

Sparks fly in the Lone Star State with Linda Lael Miller’s cowboy heroes Tate, Garrett and Austin McKettrick! And now you can enter the Take a Cowboy Home Sweepstakes for a chance to win $10,000 in the Grand Prize drawing, or instantly win prizes from Linda Lael Miller and Harlequin® in their online game. Visit www.LindaLaelMiller.com for more details and to enter to win
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Sharon Ashwood’s February Treat

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February is an in-between month, half-winter and half- spring. Here’s something to help you look forward to the warmer weather: a $20 gift certificate to the Gardener’s Supply Company and a copy of my paranormal romance, SCORCHED.
Welcome to the Castle. The price of admission is your soul. Ex-detective Macmillan always had a taste for bad girls, but his last lover really took the cake—and his humanity. Now half-demon, Mac's lost his friends, his family and his job. But Constance, a strangely innocent vampire trapped in the supernatural Castle prison, needs his help. Her son has been kidnapped, so suddenly Mac has a case to work—one that embroils him with a mad sorcerer, an even madder city council, and a winged love god. The trail leads deep into the supernatural prison, and Mac soon learns that cracking the case will cost him his last scrap of his humanity. Fiery, vulnerable Constance will do anything for those she loves, including Mac. He'll be damned if he turns his back on her... and a demon forever if he doesn't
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One Day Only Blog Contest!
Sandra Hil l- December 17, 2009

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The Mystery of Love

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Win a mystery basket filled with all romantic things from Lori Wilde. The contents valued at $100.00. The True Love Quilting Club

The pattern of a quilt will always lead you back home. Trixie Lynn Parks changed her name to Emma, shook the dust of Twilight, Texas off her shoes, and vowed to make it big in the city. But after twelve years of shattered dreams, and aching for a soft place to land, she heads home—back to the ladies of the True Love Quilting Club, who cared for her when no one else did…and to her first love, Sam Cheek. But even though Twilight is as embracing as she remembers, some things—and some people—sure have changed. Sam has grown from a carefree boy to strong, serious single dad. And even though the chemistry between them sizzles hotter than ever and his kisses still light her up like a bottle rocket, Trixie Lynn quickly discovers she must choose between the fame and fortune that have finally come her way—or the one true love who has the power to mend her patchwork heart
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Win a cozy, romantic February prize pack.

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Enter to win a lovely sterling silver locket and a signed copy of Dead Pan from author Gayle Trent. Dead Pan

For the second time in as many months, Daphne Martin finds herself telling a police officer, "I just delivered the cake." Several people became sick at Brea Ridge Pharmaceuticals’ annual holiday party for its employees, and one–Fred Duncan– died. Fred’s mother insists on Daphne’s help in learning why Fred died; and since none of the food has yet been exonorated, Daphne feels compelled to find out what made everyone so ill. She’s pretty sure it wasn’t her cake, but she can’t be certain until the police complete the lab results. Was this an accident? Or did someone set out to kill Fred
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The Romance Studio
Win a $25 Amazon Voucher
Offered by: Shelley Munro
Deadline for entry: 31 March 2010
Details: I have a new contest for 2010. Win a $25 voucher from Amazon! All you need to do to go into the draw to win the voucher is comment on one or more of my blog posts. Every three months, I’ll put all the names in a hat and pick out a winner. Every comment = one chance so the more times you visit, the better your chance of winning. I’ll draw a winner on the following dates: 1 April 2010 1 July 2010 1 October 2010 1 January 2011 Visit my blog here: http://www.shelleymunro.com/blog
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Monthly Draw
Offered by: Kyla Logan
Deadline for entry: 2010-03-14
Details:

The giveaway this month is a downloadable copy of my Catari Heat Trilogy Collection.

Draw to take place on 14th March, '10. Good luck!

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Jamesville Affairs Print Book Contest
Offered by: N.J. Walters
Deadline for entry: February 14th
Details: To celebrate the release of Jamesville Affairs from Samhain Publishing, I'm giving away a copy to some lucky reader.

This two-book anthology contains A Legal Affair and Past Promises, books 5 and 7 of the Jamesville series.

For details on how you can enter for a chance to win, go to my website and cick on the "contests" page.

Drawing will take place on February 15th!

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Dead or a Lie Contest
Offered by: Jason Barret
Deadline for entry: 3/31/10
Details: To celebrate the release of Dead Or A Lie I will be giving away a Dead Or A Lie Luminary on March 17th and 31st. I also will be giving away a copy of Dead Or A Lie on the 31st. All entrants during the month will be included in the final drawing for a copy of Dead Or A Lie, e-book or paperback. Visit my site for more information about the luminaries and Dead Or A Lie. www.jasonbarret.com.

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Moonlight Desperado Giveaway
Offered by: Jeanmarie Hamilton
Deadline for entry: 2/28/10
Details:

Jeanmarie Hamilton's Moonlight Desperado Giveaway

Mary Ann Beauclere is trapped by raiders, unaware they're werewolves. Outraged at first, she's drawn to the desperado who vows to protect her, Captain Craig Wolfe. When he claims her as his life mate, secret identities and a vicious pack member threaten their lives and their future. Can they save each other?

More: Happy Valentines! Win an ebook copy of Moonlight Desperado, my newest suspenseful shapeshifter romance from Siren-Bookstrand Publishing. Deadline to enter is February 28th!

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Conquest Drawing
Offered by: Shannon Frost
Deadline for entry: 2/28/10
Details:

Shannon Frost's Conquest Drawing

Want to win a copy of Conquest in winner's choice of ebook or print? Enter below. Deadline is February 28, 2010. Good luck!

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Shadow Hunter Drawing
Offered by: Kara Wills
Deadline for entry: February 28, 2010
Details:

Enter for a chance to win an autographed print copy of Shadow Hunter. Deadline is February 28th! Good luck!

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Justus Roux's Monthly Contest
Offered by: Justus Roux
Deadline for entry: End of each month
Details: Each month Justus Roux gives away print copies of her novels. Visit her website www.justusroux.com for details.
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Monthly Contest
Offered by: Kim Cox
Deadline for entry:
Details: I give away a book every month from my box of books. Have a lot of older Loveswepts and Harlequin Intrigues mostly. However, most are new or in new condition. All they have to do to enter is join my newsletter by sending a blank e-mail to Kim_CoxContest-subscribe@yahoogroups.com.
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Passionate Ink Monthly Contest
Offered by: www.PassionateInk.org
Deadline for entry: Monthly
Details:

Every month members of our Book Notes newsletter are chosen randomly to win great prizes! What's Book Notes? It's a monthly, publicly available newsletter for fans of erotic romance. Find out about the latest new releases, chats, book signings, and other public appearances from your favorite erotic romance authors.

Yes, you read that right. You get all the latest information about your favorite erotic romance authors and you can win great prizes, without doing anything more than signing up!

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Brava Authors' Monthly Contest
Offered by: www.BravaAuthors.com
Deadline for entry: monthly
Details:

Everyone loves a great book and that definitely qualifies Brava. They entertain, make you laugh, make you smile, and heat things up! They’re sexy, sassy, sizzling, and a whole lot of fun. Enter the Brava authors monthly contest to win two great Brava releases by the Brava Authors.

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Monthly Gift Certificate Contest
Offered by: Nicole Austin
Deadline for entry: Last day of each month
Details: Make sure to stop by my website each month for all the latest news and to enter for a chance to win a $25 electronic gift card. Good luck!
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Tarot for Five
Offered by: Darragha Foster
Deadline for entry: always open!
Details: I give good readings. Norse Tarot readings. The cards are my own design. I've been doing readings as "party favors" for 35 years. I'm now offering personal, full readings via email. $5.00 per question (one question per reading, please). No "life and death" questions. Remember, readings are supposed to be fun!

See my author blog www.chameleons-on-plaid.com or my new "tarot blog" http://tarotforfive.blogspot.com/ for details!

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Lariats & Latigo Cowboy Chat
Offered by: A.L.Debran
Deadline for entry: Weekly - Every Friday - from 7pm-9pm Mountain
Details:

Lariats & Latigo is A.L.Debran's weekly Friday night Cowboy Chat Room (Grand Opening January 16, 2009). This chat is open to everyone interested in talking about all things cowboy. There will be at least one giveaway/drawing during every chat. Prizes vary week-to-week. Examples of prizes: books, gift certificates, dvds, cds, signed cover art, goodie baskets, and a host of other items. Winners chosen via random name drawings of chat participants; Shout Outs on various topics; questions related to excerpts & blurbs & blog posts; and other equally ubiquitious methods. Authors of western and cowboy-related romances are welcomed to promote their books, but keep the promos to the cowboy/western genre and please offer a participant's prize.

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Monthly Blog Giveaway
Offered by: Romance with an Attitude
Deadline for entry:
Details: Monthly Blog Giveaway Readers! The last Saturday of every month one reader is randomly chosen to receive a surprise. List of past winners and prizes on the blog. All you have to do for a chance to win is leave a comment on any post during the month. Good luck!
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Giveaways galore!
Offered by: Jewels of the Quill
Deadline for entry: Ongoing
Details:

In December, Barbara Raffin (Dame Jade), is our featured author at Jewels of the Quill with THE MATING GAME, coming December 9, 2009. Barbara is giving away an autographed advance review trade paperback of THE MATING GAME with an official THE MATING GAME canvas bag. In addition to Barbara's giveaway, our bimonthly giveaway will be a trade paperback of CHRISTMAS WISHES, A Jewels of the Quill Christmas Anthology. Also this month, Jewels of the Quill is holding our annual Christmas giveaway galore! Find out what we're up to and ring in the holidays in December by visiting our website for full giveaway details. To be eligible to win this month's giveaways, visit our website and/or subscribe to the Fans of Jewels of the Quill newsletter by sending a blank e-mail to FansofJewelsoftheQuill-subscribe@yahoogroups.com. Only those subscribed will be eligible to win prizes. All members currently subscribed and set to receive mail (not "no mail" or "special announcements only") will automatically be eligible every month. Visit http://www.JewelsoftheQuill.com today!

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LOVE IS WILD Giveaway
Offered by: Beverly Rae
Deadline for entry: March 23, 2010
Details:

Celebrate the paperback release of HOWLING FOR MY BABY and the ebook release of Book 1 in Beverly Rae's WILD THINGS series, COUGAR (Mar. 9) by entering Beverly's LOVE IS WILD Giveaway. Three prizes totaling over $200!

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Valentine's Day Give-Away
Offered by: Leiland Dale
Deadline for entry: February 13, 2010
Details:

Leiland Dale's Valentine's Day Contest!

We'll be having a contest from the February 1st until February 13th for my new release "When a Bluebird Calls". You'll be required to answer one multiple choice question to be entered into the competition.The answer to the question can be found in the blurb of my books. Only ONE entry per person is allowed.

The winner will be notified on Valentine's Day, February 14th and will be contacted via email.

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  • Catherine Anderson - an autographed book by Catherine Anderson
  • Stella Cameron - an autographed copy of THE ORPHAN
  • Christina Dodd - a signed Advanced Reading Copy of IN BED WITH THE DUKE
  • Jayne Ann Krentz - a signed paperback edition of SLIGHTLY SHADY writing as Amanda Quick
  • Elizabeth Lowell - an autographed hardcover edition of THE COLOR OF DEATH to one winner and an autographed hardcover edition of PEARL COVE to another winner (2 winners)
  • Susan Elizabeth Phillips - an autographed paperback edition of WHAT I DID FOR LOVE (3 winners) and an additional $50.00 gift certificate to the bookstore of choice when you sign up as her FACEBOOK fan (1 winner)

  • After Midnight Authors - ONE of the following: a beaded ribbon bookmark and a signed copy of TEMPTED BY A COWBOY (containing the Hot Blooded novella) by Delilah Devlin, a signed copy of IN BED WITH A STRANGER by Mary Wine, an autographed copy of UNLACED (containing the The Ties That Bind novella) by Jaci Burton, a signed copy of BLOODY GOOD by Georgia Evans, chocolate from Rosemary Laurey, a signed print book by Shiloah Walker, a signed copy of LAID BARE by Lauren Dane, a signed copy of DECADENT by Shayla Black, a signed copy of THE STRANGER'S SECRETS by Beth Williamson OR a Twilight's Fancy ribbon choker necklace and a Talisman Bay tote bag by Ashleigh Raine (10 winners)
  • Leanne Banks - a signed copy of both BLACKMAILED INTO A FAKE ENGAGEMENT and TROUBLE IN HIGH HEELS (1 winner)
  • Anya Bast - winners choice of two autographed novels from her backlist (1 winner)
  • Berkley~Jove Authors - a selection of previously released Berkley~Jove books (1 winner)
  • Berkley~Signet Mystery Authors - a selection of previously released books (1 winner)
  • The Best Reviews - winners choice of a $25 gift certificate to Amazon.com or BN.com
  • Shayla Black - a signed copy of DECADENT and a 3 chapter sneak peek of DELICIOUS (1 winner)
  • Sandy Blair - a $25.00 Barnes & Nobles Gift Card and an autographed copy of A HIGHLANDER FOR CHRISTMAS (1 winner)
  • Sherrill Bodine - a $100 gift card of choice to either Barnes & Noble, Borders or Amazon.com
  • Robyn Carr - a signed copy of VIRGIN RIVER, SHELTER MOUNTAIN and WHISPERING ROCK (1 winner)
  • Claudia Dain - a signed copy of THE COURTESAN'S SECRET
  • Thea Devine - a signed copy of both the trade paperback edition of SECRET PLEASURES and the 10th anniversary re-issue of the anthology, FASCINATION (1 winner)
  • Terri DuLong - a porcelain Cedar Key collector’s ornament and an autographed copy of SPINNING FORWARD (1 winner)
  • Louisa Edwards - an Advanced Reading Copy of ON THE STEAMY SIDE and a $50 Macy's gift card (1 winner)
  • Marie Ferrarella - a signed copy of MISTLETOES AND MIRACLES (2 winners)
  • Dara Girard - an autographed copy of SPARKS
  • Paula Graves - a signed copy of COWBOY ALIBI (2 winners)
  • Lori Handeland - an autographed copy of REESE
  • Sandra Hill - a Princess of the Vikings Doll, a Danish Barbie Princess doll and a Viking statuette (1 winner)
  • Metsy Hingle - an autographed copy of BLACK SILK
  • Emma Holly - a signed trade paperback edition of ALL U CAN EAT
  • Madeline Hunter - an Advanced Reading Copy of her forthcoming romance, PROVOCATIVE IN PEARLS (3 winners)
  • Sabrina Jeffries - a $50 Macy’s gift card, a signed copy of WED HIM BEFORE YOU BED HIM and a THE TRUTH ABOUT LORD STONEVILLE cover flat (1 winner)
  • Nicole Jordan - a lovely tray-full of accessories to include blue and white faux pearls, a Regency-inspired manikin jewelry holder, a gold-toned picture frame, a gorgeous blue, gold and brown, jewel-toned throw, and a signed copy of TO TAME A DANGEROUS LORD (1 winner)
  • Brenda Joyce - a box of Milk Chocolates from Godiva
  • Shirley Jump - an autographed copy of her , Twelve Days in the anthology SUGAR AND SPICE
  • Susan Kearney - a singed copy of LUCAN
  • Karen Kendall - *a special prize*
  • Angela Knight - an autographed Advanced Reading Copy of MASTER OF FIRE
  • Cathie Linz - an autographed copy of BAD GIRLS DON'T
  • Julia London - a signed copy of THE DANGERS OF DECEIVING A VISCOUNT and an BN.com $25 gift card (1 winner)
  • C J Lyons - a signed copy of WARNING SIGNS
  • Cheyenne McCray - a signed copy of THE SECOND BETRAYAL
  • Lucy Monroe - a special gift set including a signed copy of MOON CRAVING, a limited edition frame collection with a signed picture of Lucy and the cover of the new release, plus an American Expedition wolf clock, soy candle, sachet floral set, and a pair of handcrafted wolf earrings (1 winner)
  • NAL/Signet/Onyx Authors - a selection of previously released NAL/Signet/Onyx books (1 winner)
  • Joy Nash - winners choice of one the following Joy Nash signed backlist books: A LITTLE LIGHT MAGIC, IMMORTALS: THE CROSSING, IMMORTALS: THE AWAKENING, DEEP MAGIC, THE GRAIL KING or CELTIC FIRE (1 winner)
  • Diana Palmer - an autographed copy of both THE COWBOY AND THE LADY and DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH (1 winner)
  • Carly Phillips - a $25.00 Amazon.com Gift Card
  • Caridad Piñeiro - a signed copy of FURY CALLS, a CALLING T-shirt and a SINS OF THE FLESH Lunch bag (1 winner)
  • Candice Poarch - *a special prize*
  • Mary Jo Putney - an autographed copy DANCING ON THE WIND
  • Erin Quinn - winners choice of a signed copy of either ECHOES or WHISPERS (writing as Erin Grady) and a $10 gift card to the bookstore of their choice (B&N, Amazon or Borders)
  • Francis Ray - an autographed copy of IF YOU WERE MY MAN
  • Deanna Raybourn - a $25 Barnes & Noble gift card and a signed copy of SILENT IN THE GRAVE (2 winners)
  • Karen Robards - a signed paperback edition of BAIT
  • Eden Robins - an autographed trade paperback edition of AFTER SUNDOWN: SALVATION
  • Karen Rose - a signed paperback edition of SCREAM FOR ME
  • Running With Quills - an autographed book from each of the Quills authors (1 winner)
  • Michele Scott - a signed copy of HAPPY HOUR, EL PATRON and ZAMORA'S ULTIMATE CHALLENGE (1 winner)
  • Susan Sizemore - a signed copy of DARK STRANGER
  • Bertrice Small - an autographed mass market paperback edition of THE CAPTIVE HEART (6 winners)
  • Annie Solomon - a signed copy of the winners choice of one of the following: ONE DEADLY SIN, DEAD SHOT, BLACKOUT, TELL ME NO LIES, DEAD RINGER or LIKE A KNIFE
  • Susan Squires - a signed copy of TIME FOR ETERNITY and a box of Godiva chocolates (1 winner)
  • Roxanne St. Claire - a signed copy of FIRST YOU RUN
  • Raz Steel - an autographed copy of LOVE WITHOUT BLOOD
  • Mariah Stewart - a signed copy of the reissue of A DIFFERENT LIGHT
  • Helen Scott Taylor - a signed copy of both THE MAGIC KNOT and THE PHOENIX CHARM
  • Sherryl Woods - a $50 gift card from Walmart

 

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