Today marks the halfway
mark for those participating in National Novel Writing Month or NaNoWriMo to
those of us who are participating or have participated in the past. I
participated last year and was successful in meeting the goal of writing 50,000
words in 30 days. It’s not an easy exercise but it’s one well worth attempting
at least once. I would love to have participated this year but life intervened
and the timing was all off but I hope to participate next year.
In support of my fellow
writers who are participating, I’ve been posting inspiration each day on
Facebook – inspiration in the form of gorgeous men. It’s always nice to have
something beautiful to look at while struggling to find the words to meet a
daily word count goal. My hope is to give my support and perhaps that little
push to keep them going, to write yet another 1000 or 4000 words. I want them all to be winners, even though I think they all are anyway just for giving it a try.
Writing can be an
amazing thing to do but it can also be a lonely one. I love to read, and write,
but know that many hours, separated from family and friends, go into creating
the books we love to read. Because it’s a lonely profession I like to support
my favorite authors, aspiring writers, and new authors who may be feeling
vulnerable, exposed, alone, and fearful that they might fail. NaNoWriMo reminds
us of all of these things. It also reminds us of the need for readers to give their support, and their thanks, to the authors who spend long nights, and quiet days, creating
the joy we discover in the pages of their finished works.
I am a huge supporter of
the romance community. I read romance, I review romance, I participate in
events within the romance community, and I openly give support and thanks to
authors who write the books that I read and enjoy. It's why I loved being an Avon Addict for Avon Romance, and as an Avon Addict Alum, I continue to be involved and show my love to all the Avon Authors and folks behind the scenes. As I get to know more and more indie authors, I see the need to support all authors growing exponentially. I do my best to cheer them all on.
So what do you do for
your favorite authors? Have you ever sent them a thank you note for a fabulous
read? Do you follow one of your favorite author’s blog or Facebook page, visit
and comment often? The Internet has opened up the world of literature and
allowed authors to interact more easily and more readily with their readers. Do
you take advantage of this marvel of the modern literary world?GIVEAWAY:
Yes, a Giveaway! We haven't done one in a while and since it's NaNoWriMo, I thought I'd give some inspiration to those who aren't sure it's worthwhile and a treat for you.
Last year, T. J. Kline participated in NaNoWriMo and she was winner, in more ways than one. She submitted her finished NaNoWriMo novel to Avon Romance as part of a special submission call geared toward NaNoWriMos and her book, RODEO QUEEN, was picked up. Congrats to T. J.! Her debut novel is releasing November 26, 2013.
Well, I'm giving away a digital copy of this NaNoWriMo winner's contemporary western from Avon Impulse.
Blurb for RODEO QUEEN:
Sydney Thomas may be the
newest Rodeo Queen on the circuit, but she's more than just a pretty face and
fabulous horseback rider. If only her new boss could see it! But the
frustrating, bossy, drop-dead gorgeous man seems bent on pushing her away every
chance he gets.
Scott Chandler learned
at an early age that he needed to "cowboy up" and take care of his
family. The one time he let his guard down, his heart got trampled, and he's
not about to let that happen again. He knows Sydney's type: rodeo queens who
hide their manipulative ways behind good looks, tight jeans, and glittery
tiaras.
But just as Scott and
Sydney are finally realizing there might be more to their fiery relationship
than scorching kisses and passionate nights, secrets from their pasts come back
to haunt them. Will the cowboy and the Rodeo Queen ever be able to ride off
into the sunset together?
* * * * *
If you'd like to enter
for a chance to win a digital copy of this winning romance, just click HERE to
go to the entry form. (you must use the entry form)
Although it hasn't
released yet, I am running the Giveaway to nearly the moment the book releases, so
the winner will get it new!
The rules are as
follows: THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED.
It's Open To Everyone
(International included - void where prohibited) and the Giveaway will run until
11:30PM Monday, November 25, 2013 so you've got plenty of time. One winner will
be chosen at random and announced in a special post as well as contacted by
email.
Good Luck! And thanks
for supporting your local and favorite writers.
Happy Writing
NaNoWriMos! Keep going, keep moving forward, and remember, we’re all cheering
you on! xoxo
RODEO QUEEN by T. J. Kline, Avon Impulse, available Nov 26, 2013 in ebook formats at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Kobobooks.
***click on links or cover below for pre-order purchasing information
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