Leprechaun Winners!

The winners of our Hunt for the Leprechaun's Gold Contest are:

One Basket of Golden Delights Godiva Chocolate
Michaele Casey 

One Ten Dollar BWLPP Gift Certificate
Charlene Coyle  

One Set of Three pdf eBooks
Karen Haas  

One Golden Leprechaun Charm or Key Chain

Maria Durst  

 

Winners, please email us at bwlpp@shaw.ca to claim your prize. Congratulations and thanks to everyone who entered! Watch for our next contest, coming in April. 

 

And remember, for a chance to win a Kindle, sign up for our mailing list. We'll never spam you, just a monthly newsletter with release and contest information. 

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New reviews for Joan Hall Hovey

"A THRILLER SECOND TO NONE! JOAN HALL HOVEY has created characters so believable you feel you can reach out and touch them . . . and you want to; to warn them, to save them. YOU CANNOT and WILL NOT put this book down, (or in Kindle, take your eyes off your screen) until you have read all 56 chapters! Now I have to order the Paperback Edition for my bookshelves. This is a book I will read again! It rates TEN STARS, but Amazon only let's me post FIVE STARS. I will have to purchase and read MS. HOVEY'S "CHILL WATERS" and "LISTEN TO THE SHADOWS". She is an extraordinary Author." ~ Michael Phelps, author of The Execution of Justice and David Janssen - My Fugitive

"Written with the finesse and grace of a master, Joan Hall Hovey's first novel, LISTEN To THE SHADOWS, is an engrossing tale of fear and danger certain to keep the reader awake, turning pages long after bed time, and listening carefully to everything around them. Joan is a powerful new voice in the world of suspense and mystery. Her tight plot, well-developed characters and originality will satisfy the reader's craving for tension and danger. I certainly look forward to more novels by the promising author with great eagerness." ~ Cynthia Penn, MIDWEST REVIEW

"Author Joan Hovey creates a taut thriller in CHILL WATERS. Woven with an uncanny magic, CHILL WATERS is rich in sensory imagery and dense with the darkness that lies in the heart of a madman. Hovey creates a rich cast of characters, each uniquely realized and memorable. Indeed, Hovey's masterful narrative style sweeps the reader into a dangerous world where danger masquerades as friend, and evil stalks the unsuspecting. CHILL WATERS comes very highly recommended." ~ Cynthia Penn, MIDWEST REVIEW

"Chill Waters is a sure bet for those who like suspense thrillers with a hint of romance. It is easy and fun to read. Ms. Hovey creates a warm, cozy setting that seems to keep danger at bay. But just as you get comfortable, terror finds its way in. She weaves the tale tighter and tighter until you are neck deep in Chill Waters." ~ S. Loper-Herzog, MysteryRadio.net

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Author Maryann Miller on Red River Radio

BWLPP author Maryann Miller will be appearing on Red River Radio with five other authors of children's and Y/A books on March 29 at 4:00pm ET. Miller will talk about her book for tweens, Friends Forever, and share what inspired the story.

This is a special edition of the Book Discussion shows for teachers, children, parents, grandparents and anyone who loves to read children’s and Y/A books. Book Discussion is hosted by Fran Lewis, an author and book reviewer. This show will feature the best of children’s writing with authors writing in many different genres. The books are geared to early childhood children, elementary school students or young adults and teens. The lessons taught in each of these books can be used in classrooms teaching Character Education, Sunday School Classrooms, for parents to read at night to their children, and in libraries or bookstores during story time. 

The show promises to be informative and just plain fun as the authors talk about their books and the delight of writing for young audiences. We invite all to stop by and listen to the show and join in the discussion. 

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/rrradio/2011/03/29/childrens-authors--fran-lewis-and-marsha-cook

Great new review for How Not to Date a Hollywood Star by Betty Jo Schuler

How Not to Date A Hollywood Star

Ebook Price: $2.99 USD. 46930 words. Fiction by Betty Jo Schuler and published by BWLPP  on November 3, 2010

Melissa Martin would love to meet Hollywood teen star, Chad Robb, but meeting an adorable guy while he’s in a coma is not the preferred way. Dating a conscious guy with tanned flesh, toned muscle and a heart that races when you kiss is highly preferable. Lissa’s movie idol makes this a memorable summer when a boat hits him and his spirit exits his body to find her a boyfriend and a life.

"I sat all afternoon and read How Not to Date a Hollywood Star. I really, really enjoyed it. I got caught up in Melissa's life and loved Mandy. Both guys were easy to get attached to. It was fun. (I wanted more...after it ended.)" ~ Cathy, reader



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Now available: Hope Falls by Jamieson Wolf

Miriam has played Sylvia Stevens on the highly rated TV Soap Opera, Hope Falls, for the past thirty years, and her ratings are dropping.

Like every actor on Hope Falls with a lifetime contract, Miriam knows what happens when her ratings fall: they will kill her.

Now, in a desperate race for her life, Miriam is in a race against time to escape before they kill her…and write her death into her storyline…

 

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Great new review for Promises by Sheri L. McGathy

Shay, a Blade Whisperer, has made a promise. A promise she is determined to keep, no matter the consequences or the pain that promise might cause. She has searched long, following the countless whispers of forgotten blades, until one quiet whisper reveals the blade she seeks. And now that's she's found the bewitched dagger, she must fulfill her promise to set her lover free…by killing him.

"Promises" by Sheri L. McGathy is a well-written, absorbing fantasy short story. Once again, McGathy delivers a satisfying fantasy full of magic and intrigue, mystic settings and magical races as old as time. ~ Elizabeth Delisi, author of Penumbra and Mirror Images

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Star Scoop Weekly ~ March 2011

Rumor unveiled - a Major Soap Star will be appearing live next week at BWLPP. We broke the news first and are reporting it on the BWLPP blog: http://bwlpp.blogspot.com/.

As the world turns, this will be a big event. None of the young and the restless will want to miss it. Mark your calendar, this is one of the days of our lives not to miss!

Be sure and stop by Wednesday, March 23 to catch a glimpse of this award winning daytime actress. http://bwlpp.blogspot.com/

Hot Excerpt: All's Fair in Love and Words by Ann Herrick

Laurel can't handle her new authority as editor of the yearbook, especially when it comes to Matt, the new guy at school who has her head spinning. Is she doing what's best for the yearbook, or what's best for her? Is she being unfair to Matt, or is he trying to use her? To complicate matters, her best friend's love life is falling apart, her home life is driving her crazy with parents who are frantic about their upcoming high-school reunion and a sister who has suddenly become klutz of the century. Can Laurel help her best friend, survive her chaotic household and resolve her war of words with Matt without losing at love?

". . . A fun romp through Laurel and Matt's senior year. Getting what you ask for can really complicate your life, especially when it makes you the boss of a potential boyfriend. Ms. Herrick does a nice job of leading her characters through the confusing time that is high school. Laurel learns that balancing work and romance is difficult work and that compromise is the name of the game." ~  Brenda Edde, Timeless Tales

". . . Ms. Herrick winds her light and humorous touch around the age-old teenage insecurities surrounding romance, other people's opinions, and self-image. Self-discovery can be both painful and rewarding, with a touch of rueful humor. . ." ~ Jeanette Cotrell, eBook Reviews Weekly

Excerpt:

I'm glad I'm not unattractive. But at times I've seriously wished I were regal, sophisticated, the kind of person who would be taken seriously. Unfortunately, I usually have to worry about people wanting to pat my head. In fact, Anna has always said my whole family, with our wavy blond hair, big brown eyes, and turned up noses, remind her of a litter of cocker spaniels. In other words, cute. Painfully cute.

"I totally think I might be named editor-in-chief," I said to myself as much as to Anna. "I mean, I was a junior class assistant last year. Plus, I completely want it!"

"Don't worry," said Anna, always one to reassure me when I was nervous. "Bonine knows your writing."
 
He knows my writing. He knows my writing. He knows my writing. Maybe if I repeated that mantra enough, my yearbook dream would come true.
 
During the rest of our walk to school my mind was spinning with plans. The first thing I would do would be to eliminate the Who's Who section. Okay, it was one of the most popular features, but I have my reasons. My parents had been named the Most Adorable Couple in their high school yearbook eons ago, and I didn't want a label like that to stalk me the rest of my life. Not that I was dating anyone in particular, adorable or otherwise. I just didn't want to take any chances.
 
At school, Anna wished me luck before I headed off to my meeting. Just before strolling into the yearbook office in a way that I hoped was totally casual, I took a deep breath, held my head high, and tried to look as authoritative as possible.
 
"Hi, Laurel." Mr. Bonine smiled at me over his pink paisley tie.
 
I hoped he'd considered my "A" average in English instead of my not-so-commanding image. I'd been in clubs and on committees before, but this would be my first time as head of anything. If I was named editor. What would it be like? How would I handle it? I desperately wanted the chance to find out.
 
As soon as the rest of the committee members were seated, Mr. Bonine said, "And now, this year's editors!" With a dramatic flourish he wrote the names on the blackboard.
 
Ruby Melonson, Advertising Director. She was organized and direct. I could easily work with her.
 
Bret Fleet, Production Manager. Another serious student and hard worker. Things were shaping up.
 
Matt Stannard, Photo Editor. Hmmm. A new guy at school. I didn't know much about him except that he was in my U.S. History class and had dark brown hair, big blue eyes, and a cleft in his chin that rivaled my dimples for depth. I noticed, too, that he blushed through his freckles when his name was written on the blackboard. Other than that, he was a question mark.
 
Okay, so far it seemed like a good group. If only my name would appear next, everything would be perfect.
 
Mr. Bonine paused, then said, "And now the editor-in-chief!" He started writing. S-A-L-L-Y. Sally? Oh, no! Sally who? I looked around frantically, totally confused. Who on earth was Sally? I didn't know any Sally's. Not in the whole school!
 
Mr. Bonine chuckled and erased "Sally." He replaced it with Laurel Blossom. Me! I guess that was Mr. Bonine's lame idea of a joke--giving me a heart attack.
 
Everyone laughed. Me, I tried to look all editor-in-chiefish.
 
"Congratulations," Matt said to me.
 
Before I could thank him, everybody started congratulating everybody else. I thought I congratulated Matt in there somewhere, but I wasn't sure. 

Copyright (C) 2011 Ann Herrick

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Interview with author Ann Herrick

Ann Herrick grew up in Connecticut, where she graduated from The Morgan School and Quinnipiac University.  She now lives in Oregon with her husband, who was her high-school sweetheart.  Their wonderful daughter is grown, married and gainfully employed, and has given Ann her only grand-dog, Puff, a bloodhound-rottweiller-beagle mix.  While she misses the East Coast, especially houses built before 1900, she enjoys the green valleys, fresh air and low humidity in the Willamette Valley of Oregon.  Ann loves cats, walking, the Oregon Ducks and working in her back yard.  In addition to stories and books for children and young adults, Ann also writes copy for humorous and conventional greeting cards. She loves to hear from her readers and can be contacted through her web site:  http://annherrickauthor.com

BWLPP: How long have you been writing and in what genres?  

AH: About 20 years. I write mostly Young Adult, but also Middle Grade novels. I've written short stories for younger readers and copy for greeting cards. 

BWLPP: Where you do get your inspiration?

 

AH: Just about everywhere. It might be something I overheard at a mall, something I read in the paper, a story on TV, the experience of a friend or something from my own life, together with whatever pops up in my imagination.

BWLPP: Tell us about your book(s).  

AH: I've had several Young Adult novels published, including The Perfect Guy, which was selected as a Recommended Book for Reluctant Readers by the American Library Association and was a Children's Choice Winner for the International Reading Association/Children's Book Council. I also have two novels for Middle-Grade readers. My books usually tend to include humor. 

BWLPP: What about your next book?  Will it be part of a series or a stand alone?  Can you give us a taste to whet our appetites? 

AH: All's Fair in Love and Words is a stand-alone Young Adult Romance about a girl who can't handle her new authority as editor of the yearbook, especially when it comes to Matt, the new guy at school who has her head spinning.

BWLPP: Why did you choose to publish electronically?  

AH: The time factor. It's great not to have to wait up to two years between submitting a manuscript and seeing it available to readers--and once the book is available, readers don't have to take the time to go to a store or library to get it, or wait for it to arrive in the mail. They can download it almost instantly.

BWLPP: What are your hobbies and interests?  

AH: Going to Oregon Duck football games, collecting green Depression kitchenware, tracking down distant relatives, gardening, walking and spoiling the cat.

BWLPP: What does the future hold for you?  

AH: More writing and some traveling.

BWLPP: Where can readers find you?  

AH: http://annherrickauthor.com

 

BWLPP: Thanks Ann!

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5 Star Review for Mystic Mansion by Betty Jo Schuler

Mystic Mansion

Are Shadow, the grinning black cat, and Annabelle Coffinfinder, guardian of the crystal chandelier, the only lingering spirits in Mansion House, or are there more? When Kati Danson discovers her power of clairaudience, she decides to find out.

"Mystic Mansion is a fun, teenage, summer adventure full of fun and mystery. The characters in the story are emotional and easy to connect to, the travails in their lives easy to associate with—social awkwardness, teenage love, the mix of emotions stirred up for children whose parents get divorced. There’s something for everyone in this story, plus the mysterious haunting of the Coffinfinder Mansion. And, as with most teenage fiction, the ending is happy and fulfilling." ~ Manic Readers, 5 stars, Reviewed by Stacey

Find Mystic Mansion here:  http://bwlpp.com/schuler.php