January 31, 2008

So Carl V., of the beautiful, entertaining Fantasy and Miscellaneous., blog Stainless Steel Droppings has–in his words–subjected me to another round of his questions.

I didn't feel subjected at all; in fact, I thought he had some very interesting and thought-provoking ones. They really made me think!

It's a very thorough interview, with lots of questions–and answers–you may not have heard before.

And there's also a contest through his blog to win an early copy of When Twilight Burns!

So go check it out and support Carl. He's a great blogger and a wonderful friend that I've met through our shared love of books and fantastic beauty.

Stay tuned for other chances to win a copy of Dusk, and other prizes. 

January 31, 2008

Went to Panera Bread last night, all geared up to get some major writing done while eating one of their delicious Crispani flat-bread pizzas.

And found out they don't make them any more!

Wah!

Nevertheless, I sat myself by the fireplace and had soup and salad and wrote for a bit.

But still. I'm really bummed. Those Crispanis were fab.

January 30, 2008

Just wanted to post a couple links to some early blogger reviews on The Bleeding Dusk so you can get excited about Super Tuesday (ie, release day) next week.

These are bloggers who became friends of mine after reading my books–not before.

I didn't even pay them. Seriously. 

Adventures in Katidom

Bookfoolery & Babble

Stuff As Dreams Are Made On

A Reader's Journal

Oh, and yes….I do know that there have been some sightings of Dusk out there. But if you can wait until the 5th, you might have a chance at winning a copy from Bookfool. She's drawing a winner on the 5th, and if you don't get a copy, you can then rush out to the bookstore to get your own.

And Carl from Stainless Steel Droppings, along with the infamous Bam (of "It's Not Chick-Porn") will be giving away a copy too…so hang on to your seats. I'll be posting on those (and other) contests soon!

January 29, 2008

I've been ROARED, thanks to Christine D'Abo, who writes sizzling hot erotica. Like, burn your fingers hot. *whew*

And, hey…remember, if you haven't weighed in with your opinion on Will He or Won't He?, you've only got two more days. Your chance to win an advance copy of When Twilight Burns! 

Thanks Christine for ROARING me!

January 29, 2008

Can someone explain to me why, when I'm buying chocolate at a Godiva storefront in the mall, they need my phone number?

Seriously. That is absolutely freaking ridiculous.

Why does everyone ask for your phone number nowadays?

I don't mind giving out my zip code; that I can understand, and it still affords me privacy. But my phone number?

I returned something the other day–a Christmas gift from my in-laws (for my daughter). I had a gift receipt, it was on their credit card…yet the store wanted my phone number.

They said it was required for any return. But with a receipt?

I used to work in retail, and handled returns at a very busy Wal-mart-like store. There were plenty of people who tried to return things they hadn't bought, or had bought years ago, or had used or worn or whatever. I can totally understand why phone numbers/addresses were required for suspicious or serial returners, and especially ones without receipts.

But with a gift receipt?

Or to buy chocolate, which, by the way, was gone after I'd taken two steps out of the Godiva store?

No way.

I refuse to give my phone number. If I have to for a return, I make one up.

You?