Win a Sony E-Book Reader

Between January 15 and March 17, 2009 – just purchase one of my e-books from The Wild Rose Press (or a book from one of the other participating authors) and you can enter to win a free SONY eReader!

It’s that easy! And just think of how light you’ll be able to pack this summer when traveling! (If you’re like me you usually have one bag dedicated to reading while on vacation. I can’t go anywhere without a book.)

Once you purchase a book or short story from any of the participating authors email your order number to sonyreader@thewildrosepress.com. That's it. They’ll verify your order and enter you into the drawing. If you purchase more than one title, you can enter more than one time. (Aw, nice, you can double or triple your chances!) The winner will be announced in March.

For the full list of participating authors, click here.

Also…The Romance Studio gave Shotgun Bride, The Quinter Brides Books One, five hearts. Brenda Talley, said, “…a spellbinding storyline that I couldn’t read fast enough. Then I was sad when it ended.” This is the fifth wonderful review I’ve received on this book. It’s still hanging out in the top twenty-five at Fictionwise and 75 readers from their site have rated it. Thanks to all of you wonderful e-book readers!

Holiday Reflections

Aw, the 2008 holiday season is over, (wipes brow). Yes, they were wonderful, but I must admit, I’m glad they’re over. My granddaughter’s birthday is December 23rd. With all of the celebrations and extended family, by Christmas Day, even she was saying, “No, open, Da Da.” She was tired and ready to stay home and play with the presents she’d received in the previous days.

I received some wonderful gifts. Lots of great Mustang stuff and of course some additional Elvis things, but also the most unusual gift I’ve ever received. My husband bought me a gift certificate for a conceal and carry class. It was not something I’d asked for (though I hadn’t asked for anything so maybe he was at his wit’s end), and I really hesitated at taking the class, but afterwards I was glad I did it. Yes, I passed, and so if I ever feel the need, I can legally ‘pack heat’. The class, which was the Saturday after Christmas and took all day, was so very interesting.

The instructors were wonderful, and I’d consider it a self defense class, beside a gun safety training class. It also provided me with a broader understanding of respect for those who must carry a handgun for their jobs…And a deeper perceptive on the pioneers who lived by the gun on their hip.

So what was your most unusual gift? (This year or any other year.)

Oh, and I have to say THANK YOU to anyone who purchased my books, especially Shotgun Bride, The Quinter Brides Book 1. It has hung out on the Fictionwise bestselling list for over three weeks.