2010 Winter ACE/ROC Giveaway
Book Reviews
ACE-ROC, giveaway, Rachel Caine
For those new to this site, every quarter we host publisher sponsored giveaways wherein publishers give away books in exchange for the opportunity to tell you a little bit about their upcoming titles. This giveaway features books from Ace and Roc. Ace and Roc publish primarily science fiction and fantasy books but with the crossover genre going strong, readers of romances have been glomming onto these fresh titles. Anne Sowards provides the books from Ace and Roc. Take a look at the preview and then at the bottom of the post there will be instructions on how to enter for a free book.
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Welcome to Ace and Roc's fantastic forthcoming winter books preview and giveaway. We've got a lot of great books to talk about (and give away), for your holiday reading !
Thanks again to Dear Author for giving me this opportunity to let you know about some of our terrific upcoming titles. As always, there are too many great books for me to mention all of them, so you can look at our site (http://us.penguingroup.com/static/pages/specialinterests/scifi/index.html) to see everything we publish.
December 2010
BLACK WINGS by Christina Henry
December is a great month for urban fantasy this year at Ace and Roc, with not one but two brand-new series launching. BLACK WINGS is about an agent of death, Madeline Black, who is responsible for escorting the souls of the dearly departed to the afterlife. It's a 24/7 job with a lousy benefits package. Maddy's position may come with magical abilities and an impressive wingspan, but it doesn't pay the bills. And then there are her infuriating boss, tenant woes, and a cranky, popcorn-loving gargoyle to contend with. Things start looking up, though, when the tall, dark, and handsome Gabriel agrees to rent the empty apartment in Maddy's building. It's probably just a coincidence that as soon as he moves in, demons appear on the front lawn. But when an unholy monster is unleashed upon the streets of Chicago, Maddy discovers powers she never knew she possessed. Powers linked to a family history of tarnished halos-
RIGHT HAND MAGIC by Nancy A. Collins
Nancy Collins's name may be familiar-’she's written a number of other fantasy and horror novels, and is best known for her groundbreaking vampire character Sonja Blue. With RIGHT HAND MAGIC, she begins a new series set in a neighborhood of New York City that's home to some very unusual beings. Like most Manhattanites, aspiring artist Tate can't resist a good rental deal-’even if it's in the city's strangest neighborhood, Golgotham. For centuries werewolves, Valkyries, centaurs, and countless other creatures have crowded these streets. Tate's new landlord is a sorcerer-for-hire named Hexe. Despite being the son of Golgotham's Witch-Queen, Hexe is determined to build his own reputation without using dark Left Hand magic or his mother's connections. As Tate is irresistibly drawn into Hexe's fascinating world, they both find out that the right hand does not always know what the left hand is doing.
SEER OF SEVENWATERS by Juliet Marillier
It's always a treat to return to Juliet Marillier's gorgeous world of Sevenwaters. Juliet is known for historical fantasy with a beautiful love story, and SEER OF SEVENWATERS does not disappoint. It's the story of Sibeal (the sister of Clodagh, the heroine in HEIR TO SEVENWATERS). Sibeal has been studying to be a Druid, but when she spends the summer on the island of Inis Eala, home to elite warriors, she meets Felix, the survivor of a Norse shipwreck with no memory of his past. As the island's healers struggle to keep Felix alive, he and Sibeal form a natural bond. He could even be her soul mate. But Sibeal's vocation is her true calling, and her heart must answer. As Felix fully regains his memory, the ugly truth behind the shipwreck and the island that the ship came from is revealed. In a runic divination, Sibeal is shown that Felix must go on a perilous mission-’and that she will join him. But the rough waters and the sea creatures they will face are no match for Sibeal's own inner turmoil. She must choose between the two things that tug at her soul-’her spirituality and a chance at love-
January 2011
HELLFORGED by Nancy Holzner
HELLFORGED is the sequel to last year's urban fantasy debut, DEADTOWN, featuring shapeshifter Victory Vaughan, professional demon-slayer and dreamwalker, who keeps Boston safe from nightmares of all shapes and sizes.
After Vicky banished her demon nemesis to the fiery depths of Hell, she thought life would return to normal. But considering she has a werewolf lawyer boyfriend, a zombie apprentice who's angling to become a pop star, and an eccentric vampire roommate, what’s normal anyway? Then the supposedly banished Hellion starts to trespass in Vicky's dreams-’just as several of Deadtown's zombies are viciously attacked and become really dead. When Vicky realizes she is the only connection between the victims, she suspects that the demon is somehow working through her dreams to become Deadtown's living nightmare.
THE SOUL MIRROR by Carol Berg
This is the next book in Carol's Collegia Magical trilogy, a complex and character-driven fantasy set in a kingdom on the verge of a renaissance, where natural science has supplanted sorcery. Each book has a different narrator, which I've been enjoying tremendously. It's fascinating to see how the narrator of THE SOUL MIRROR views Portier de Savin-Duplais, the hero of THE SPIRIT LENS (hint: she doesn't like him very much).
Anne de Vernase rejoices that she has no talent for magic. Her father's pursuit of depraved sorcery has left her family in ruins, and he remains at large, convicted of treason and murder by Anne's own testimony. Now the tutors at Collegia Seravain inform her that her gifted younger sister has died in a magical accident. It seems but life's final mockery that cool, distant Portier de Savin-Duplais, the librarian turned royal prosecutor, arrives with the news that the king intends to barter her hand in marriage-
MERCY BLADE by Faith Hunter
Vampire hunter and skinwalker Jane Yellowrock is back in the sequel to urban fantasy BLOOD CROSS. Things are heating up in the Big Easy. Weres have announced their existence to the world, and revived the bitter tensions that run between them and their old enemies: vampires. When Jane is attacked by a pack of marauding werewolves, she is thankful for the help of a mysterious stranger named Girrard. He explained that he used to be the "Mercy Blade," a sacred position charged with killing vampires who have gone insane. What Jane doesn't know is why this powerful assassin left New Orleans-’or more troubling, why he's now returned. It's definitely not to make Jane's life easier.-
February 2011
UNSEEN by Rachel Caine
This is the next book in Rachel's Outcast Season series, set in her Weather Warden universe, but from the point of view of one of the djinn. And not just any of the djinn, but Cassiel, one of the most powerful (and aloof). But when she defied her ruler, she was cast out and forced to take human flesh as punishment. Becoming mortal really puts Cassiel into culture shock, especially when she starts falling for a human-
All over the world, young Wardens are showing their potential far too early. And a maniacal Djinn-’aided by her devoted followers-’is snatching the children seemingly at will and indoctrinating them, so she can use their strength for herself. With no other options, Cassiel infiltrates the Djinn's organization. Deprived of the ethereal gifts allowed her by the Wardens, she soon begins to question her own ideas of right, wrong, and true power. But if Cassiel cannot stop the Djinn's apocalyptic designs, all of humanity may be destroyed-
Here's what we're giving away:
Geist by Philippa Ballantine (three finished copies-’this is a great new traditional fantasy with a romantic element I missed in our giveaway this fall)
Black Wings by Christina Henry (three finished copies)
Right Hand Magic by Nancy A. Collins (three finished copies)
Seer of Sevenwaters by Juliet Marillier (two advance reading copies)
The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg (four advance reading copies)
Hellforged by Nancy Holzner (three finished copies)
Mercy Blade by Faith Hunter (three advance reading copies)
The Dark Griffin by K. J. Taylor (three advance reading copies-’this is a new traditional fantasy series I'm throwing in for the full on fantasy readers out there. Not much in the way of romance, but it's got griffins, adventure, and turns fantasy tropes on their heads in a fresh and unique way that will have readers cheering on the dark side.)
Unseen by Rachel Caine (four advance reading copies)
Anne Sowards is an executive editor at Penguin Group (USA) Inc., where she primarily acquires and edits fantasy and science fiction for the Ace and Roc imprints. Some of the great authors she works with include Jim Butcher, Patricia Briggs, Anne Bishop, Ilona Andrews, Karen Chance, Jack Campbell, and Rob Thurman. When she’s not reading, she listens to Chinese rap and spends way too much time playing video games. Follow her at http://twitter.com/AnneSowards.
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So here is how to enter. Simply leave a comment about what you would MOST like to receive as a present this holiday season AND the book that you would most like to receive out of the titles listed in the above giveaway. As an added treat, anyone who comments on this post and the Berkley giveaway next week, will be entered to win a Kindle 3G wifi (est. retail value of $139) as a gift from Dear Author. We will close the comments on Friday at 7 pm CST and the winners of the book giveaway will be announced on Saturday. The Kindle winner will be announced on the 18th and hopefully the winner will receive it before Christmas (unless you live outside the US then I am shipping it the cheapest way possible. Good luck!)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:16:57
What I hope to get the MOST this holiday is a Kitchinaid Standing Mixer. I’ve wanted one for YEARS because it would make my life so much easier considering all the baking and cooking I do.
The book I hope most to win is ‘Seer of Sevenwaters’. I have adored that series from the first and I’m so excited that Marillier has continued it on past the original trilogy.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:27:37
On the top of my wish list year is an ereader so this certainly the comp for me!
The book I would like to win is Black Wings. Have seen this one around the net and it looks interesting.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:33:13
What I really want this holiday season: nausea-free second trimester :) (If that’s not possible, I’ll settle for some pretty maternity clothes *g*)
The book I would like to win is Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:39:52
What I most want is to find out I passed this semester with flying colors. Ok, so I know that’s not a “gift”, that would be from my own hard work, but I can at least hope my profs will be in good moods while grading my exams :)
I would love to win Unseen.
Thanks for the contest!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:40:20
What I most would like is an e-reader but they are so expensive here :( Even this really crappy one is too expensive. But I can always wish :)
Of the books, I’d like to read The Dark Griffin by K. J. Taylor
Since I do love fantasy
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:40:22
What I want for xmas…. Hmm, you mean besides a miracle to get the Colts out of the season from hell? :D Uh, a waffle iron would be awesome.
I’d like to win Right Hand Magic, sounds really cool.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:48:37
Hmmm, well, I am always happy to accept books. But this year I would really love a new laptop. Technically, I have been “given” one through my job, but it’s been so problematic that I’d rather just buy my own.
The book I most hope to win is “Geist” as I had coincidentally just added it to my Amazon wishlist!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:51:00
I would love an overseas trip (Hmmm – maybe I should offer Santa some help!) and I like the look of Right Hand Magic. That would be my pick!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 04:57:59
Since this year was all about buying books sneakily, here and there when I could, what I most would like to receive is a huge gift card to B & N or Amazon. And I’d love Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:03:38
I want an ipad…a lot. But the way things are going, I may have to unwrap and enjoy a new central heating boiler. Ah well.
And I’d love to win Geist
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:05:19
What I would like most would be the Samsung Galaxy tab, or a new phone. Neither of which I need, or can justify buying right now; it’s just that my geeky heart has these yearnings…
And I’d like to get The Dark Griffin. I love fantasy, and would love to find a new one with some good twists.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:07:01
A new pair of black books would be nice to get.
I’d like to read HELLFORGED.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:12:04
Present: GODDESS OF LEGEND by P.C. Cast (Oh, good grief! I didn’t even consider anything other than books!)
Above giveaway: The SOUL MIRROR by Carol Berg
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:12:08
The gift I really, really want for Christmas is Razer Naga mouse for online gaming. It’s expensive but well worth it!
The book from this contest that I would like to receive is Seer of Sevenwaters by Juliet Marillier. I’ve been reading Juliet Marillier’s book since they’ve been coming out and she’s one of my favorite authors!
Thank you!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:13:10
I’d most like to receive money, so I can afford to attend RWAustralia’s con in Melbourne in August. I figure that’s a semi-realistic wish, since I already live in Melbourne, so I won’t need airfare and accommodation ;-)
As for the Ace/Roc books, I’d like to receive Nancy Holzner’s HELLFORGED, please.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:16:29
For a present, a substantial gift card to either Amazon or Barnes & Noble would be nice. From this giveaway, I’d like a copy of Mercy Blade. I’ve been waiting and waiting for that book.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:23:06
I would love an iPhone, which surprises me as I’m not usually that materialistic. But then again, the only other thing on my Christmas wish list is some warm pyjamas.
I would love to read the Seer of Sevenwaters.
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Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:35:35
Ohh what’s on top on my list for Santa? Well I’d love a Kindle. This is of course the dream list. I’m pretty sure Santa won’t bring me one even though I’ve been a good girl all year long *wink*
As for which book i’d love, it’s Mercy Blade by Faith Hunter. I’ve been waiting for this one for months!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:36:38
I would love to see an iPad under the tree this year but the chances of that happening are slim to none. In the mean while, I’m really interested in reading RIGHT HAND MAGIC by Nancy A. Collins. I admit I’ve never heard of her before but the blurb really got my attention.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:49:46
I’d probably like a GC to B&N or Amazon so I don’t have to justify my book purchases to myself :)
I’d also like to win Right Hand Magic – it sounds good!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:50:44
What a wonderful contest, thank you very much! It’s a very hard selection too, though I think I would ultimately go with The SOUL MIRROR by Carol Berg – that cover is fantastic!
As for what I want for Christmas: I want to find a nice apartment to move into. A hard wish, and I will settle for a set of Pampered Chef Stoneware heating stones, but ultimately, I would love that apartment.
Thanks so much! :)
apereiraorama @ gmail.com
Dec 06, 2010 @ 05:52:32
Hmmmm, what present do I want most this Xmas? Sounds trite but how about good health? Both my husband and I have had too many health battles this year and I’d really like 2011 to be free of tests and hospital visits!
Book I’d most like to receive: The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 06:09:01
What I wish for most of all is for my mother to be able to walk independently again but it’s not looking possible. She had a stroke mid-last year and since was paralyzed one side of her body. Or for an attainable gift, I would like a meat grinder, to grind my own chicken breast. lol. I think I would like to read Black Wings by Christina Henry. I never read the author but sounds interesting.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 06:17:23
What I would MOST like to receive isn’t giftable LOL, but the giftable ones, Kindle of course, or cash! :D
From the titles listed, Black Wings by Christina Henry.
feeyonachan at gmail dot com
thank you :D
Dec 06, 2010 @ 06:22:17
MOST like to receive as a present this holiday season – time and money to attend a relative’s wedding (which, unfortunately for me, is across the world):/
the book that you would most like to receive out of the titles – The Soul Mirror looks awesome!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 06:26:42
A turn table for my computer and sign me up for The Soul Mirror please.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 06:38:21
Well, gift wise I would like cash or gift cards to book stores. Or a new cell with Querty. Probably will get one of them. :) I am more worried about my kids Christmas presents than my own.
As for a book from the giveaway would be The Dark Griffin. Sounds cool!
The drawing for the Kindle is such a nice bonus!! Thanks!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 06:42:52
I wish I’d gotten some new boots for Chanukah, but sadly I didn’t.
The Dark Griffin sounds very intriguing. Lately I’ve been finding it harder and harder to discover appealing new fantasy.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 06:49:16
I would love a new Macro lens for my camera! or maybe a new purse (more likely to arrive). lol!
Is it just me? or are those covers just gorgeous?
I’ve never read Carol Berg but her book looks intriguing. I will say I want THE SOUL MIRROR by Carol Berg. Thx!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:02:37
I’ve just moved and so my new house is luxuriously uncluttered! So maybe for Xmas something to plant outside.
I’d love to read the new julliet marrillier book. I love all all her books.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:09:30
I’d go with Black Wings or Right Hand Magic to be at the start of a new series.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:11:01
Forgot to add — what I want for the holidays is a larger crock pot. I know, not very exciting.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:19:26
I really want a new laptop, and I’d love to win The Dark Griffin.
Thanks for the giveaway!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:21:06
I most want a beautiful, snowy, Christmas for Christmas. The kind that makes it feel like you’re walking around in a snow globe. :)
And the book I’d like to win is Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:22:47
Apart from world peace, I would like meaningful work and a mortgage payment or two, also a copy of Faith Hunter’s new book ‘Mercy Blade’ because I love Jane Yellowrock, her shifter heart and the world building.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:29:34
Black Wings sounds very interesting. I will need to look for it. For Christmas, I just want my children to arrive safely. I love having them home for the holidays – no other presents needed.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:41:09
I would really like to do great on my final and go out strong this semester but that I have to do myself so probalby gift cards for more books :)
I would like Mercy Blade.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:42:19
I’d love new curtains for the living room.
Please sign me up for Mercy Blade. Thanks.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 07:47:21
I want a new kitchen for Christmas.
I would like to win the Dark Griffin book.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:06:22
I’ve been hankering after ereaders for the longest time, but I am having a tough time saving up for one (they’re expensive and not much available where I live). I would love to receive a Kindle 3G as a gift.
The book that I found really intriguing is The Soul Mirror. It’s the kind of book I would definitely buy for myself.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:08:44
My dream gift this Christmas is an Xbox or PS3.I hope you all get exactly what you wish for this holiday season.
I’d love a copy of any, but since I have to give just one title, I’ll go with UNSEEN. Awesome contest!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:08:54
I’d love to get a few games for the xbox kinect.
I’d love to read Faith Hunter’s Mercy Blade. I’ve loved that series since she started it. I loved her Rouge Mage series as well!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:09:52
Ok, that was supposed to be rogue not rouge!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:15:46
What I really want is a new floor for my kitchen. Puy my name in for The Dark Griffin by K. J. Taylor.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:22:26
What I really want for Christmas is an ebook reader. I’ve been slowly getting into ebooks, and I think it would be the perfect tool for my reading. I would love to win Black Wings by Christina Henry or The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:23:34
“Unseen” by Rachel Caine, plz! I’m so happy that more books are being set in her awesome Weather Wardens world.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:25:53
What I would like MOST to receive this Holiday season is for my entire family to pitch in and clean this house top to bottom.
Interesting line-up but I’ll go with Unseen by Rachel Caine. I did enjoy the Weather Watchers series.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:26:11
The impossible thing I want for Christmas is more time in a day. I’d still be thrilled with an ereader. All of these books look good to me, but I think Black Wings by Christina Henry would be my number one.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:27:41
What I want most..I never thought I’d say it, but an iPad. I’m drooling for one.
I’d love to win Black Wings. Another series to start!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:28:41
What I really really want for Christmas is a Kobo Wifi, a Sony Daily Edition, or a Kindle.
I would LOVE to read “Mercy Blade” by Faith Hunter.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:30:30
For Chanukah I got what I wanted, which was a new camera. Of the items above (aside from the reader!) I’d vote for Black Wings. Thanks!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:41:42
I need an Amazon gift card to feed my redaing addiction. I’m looking forward to reading Right Hand Magic.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:43:13
I would really like a new couch for the living room because the one we have is beyond repair or redemption.
The book on that list I would most like to read is THE SOUL MIRROR by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:51:17
I’d love to have a Sony PRS-950 for this Xmas.
Out of the above books for me BLACK WINGS by Christina Henry sounds the most interesting.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:53:42
I’d like a job for Christmas. A real, permanent, decent-paying job in my field with health care benefits and vacation time–the sort of thing I used to take for granted.
For books, I’d like the Nancy Collins book, Right Hand Magic.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 08:58:18
You know, I don’t really know what I want most for Christmas. I guess a huge Amazon gift card to support my habit. The book I would most like to read is Faith Hunter’s Mercy Blade.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:04:09
What I want most for Christmas is a big GC for any bookstore! :)
The book I would most like to read is Unseen!
thanks!!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:17:22
What I would most like to receive this year isn’t much – mainly an amazon gift certificate for all the Kindle books on my wish list. The book I’m most interested in is a toss up between Dark Griffins (i’d already heard of this and it sounds excellent) and Soul Mirror.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:18:17
I’ve been saving my pennies hoping to have enough to have a “Christmas present to myself” in the form of a flat screen TV and a new computer desk, so I can have a more comfy work area.
I’d like to read UNSEEN by Rachel Caine. Love all her series.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:25:16
BLACK WINGS by Christina Henry
Clothes… being a SAHM I tend to “make do”. I’m now at desperate, and need to go shopping. Dh is taking me on a pre-Xmas shop and lunch.
S.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:31:02
If no one else gets it for me I will probably buy it for myself for a holiday gift- the Edge Dualbook. One side e-ink, one side lcd.
As for book, I am intrigued by Geist by Philippa Ballantine
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:38:02
I would most like to receive a new refrigerator for Christmas, a plain but functional freezer-on-top kind with no bells and whistles. Or a gas powered lawnmower. Since I know those things won’t show up under the tree, I’ll be more realistic and ask for a gift certificate to a bookstore so I can buy more books!
My book choice: Black Wings by Christina Henry. I’d like to try a new series.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:42:13
What I’d most like to receive this holiday is a new job. A book to read would be nice too and for that my pick would be Right Hand Magic.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:49:53
I would most like to see all of my extended family for Christmas, but with two cousins in China we will see about that…
And I’d like Unseen by Rachel Caine from this list
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:50:02
I would love to receive an Ipad.
My choice would be HellForged by Nancy Holzner.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:51:28
What I’d really like for Christmas is one of those spy pens that record video and sound. The book I’d pick is Right Hand Magic.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:53:47
While amazon gift cards are always a high priority on my Christmas list; this year I would like Disney Vinylmations.
The book I would most like is Seer of Sevenwaters by Juliet Marillier.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 09:59:34
I want a Kindle for Hanukkah, or any ebook reader really, but since the holiday is almost over I’m guessing that isn’t going to happen.
As for the above books, I’m intrigued by The Soul Reader. That cover is lovely and I can’t help but judge books by their covers.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:00:47
Our daughter is getting married right after Christmas so we aren’t celebrating Christmas per se, but I wish for their happiness.
My choices would be Right Hand Magic or Soul Mirror.
I have pre-ordered the Jane Yellowrock-Mercy Blade. I love that series.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:02:25
What I want most is for my guy to have gotten my hints to make Warhammer Dark Angel figures into Christmas ornaments for me. I don’t think it’s happened though. Or he’s really sneaky. :)
The book I want most from the list is The Soul Mirror
Thanks for another awesome giveaway!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:12:41
The present I want most for Christmas is paying off my daughter’s wedding! Send money, Santa! As for books, THE DARK GRIFFIN looks like a real keeper and I love getting in on the beginning.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:16:11
What I want most for Christmas is an Amazon gift card. And the book I would like is Mercy Blade. I really like that Jane Yellowrock series. Merry Christmas Dear Author!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:16:41
Numero uno on the wish list this year is gift cards for BN and Amazon. I read like mad, and it puts a major hole in my budget.
Well, actually, I wouldn’t turn down a housekeeper. I may need to revise my list.
As far as the book I most want on that list, I’m going for Mercy Blade by Faith Hunter. I love Faith Hunter’s work, and though I prefer her Rogue Mage series, this series is a close second.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:19:46
The gift I most want this Christmas is the Kindle. There are really two books I want from this list: Christina Henry’s “Black Wings” and Rachel Caine’s “Unseen”. Either one…
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:19:59
My Xmas list just has one item on it – an iPad. But I don’t expect anyone else to get it for me, I’m planning to treat myself to one.
As for the books, all of them look good, but the one at the top of my list is Black Wings.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:20:14
This may be the first holiday season I’ve asked for a nonfiction book! I’m hoping very much so to find The Essential New York Times Cookbook by Amanda Hesser under my tree this Christmas, which is hilarious considering I’m not much of a cook. (Ack.)
As for the giveaway, the book I’d most like to receive would have to be The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg. I supposed I should pick up The Spirit Lens first, just in case! *g*
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:22:55
I’m hoping for a new phone. I think hubby is getting me a used one, which is fine. The ‘b’ doesn’t work on my current one so my texts are always interesting.
The book I’d most like to read is The Dark Griffin.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:32:21
I would love a Kindle this Christmas. I have been throwing hints to hubby all year. “crossing fingers”
The book I would love to read is THE SOUL MIRROR by Carol Berg
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:35:41
What I want most this year is a little financial security for a change, and for my family to stay healthy and happy. The book I’d like most is The Soul Mirror.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:36:57
This year i would most like an ultraportable new laptop since I am back at college and I need more flexibility than my poor old desktop can provide. Of the books presented I would most like to read BLACK WINGS by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:36:58
The spirit of generosity has infected me this Christmas. I’d like to receive pledges of cash donation to the local dog shelter I support. This would make me very happy. It would make the dogs happy, too,.
Winning something from this giveaway would be fun. I want all the titles but I’ll choose BLACK WINGS by Christina Henry. I love urban fantasy with romance in it, especially if the romance is drawn out.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:39:40
my xmas list consists of a kindle and/or book money, Harry potter scrapbook papers so I can scrap us going to the wizarding world. And on that list I’d love Black Wings By Christine Henry
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:39:40
What I want for Christmas is my grandma coming. This may be her last Christmas since she is declining in health and we bought her a train ticket to come up. So our christmas is light this year, but the kids would rather have their great grandma here for the holidays.
I book from the pile that I most would love to read is The Dark Griffin or Black Wings. Both those titles look and sound great!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:41:26
I guess for Christmas I’d like the gift of time/energy. I’d like my husband to plan a date for us, start to finish; a date for which I had to make absolutely no decisions including which sitter to call. Or, for him to take a day off work (he’s fortunately able to do that without endangering his job) just to spend with me.
Since those might not happen, I’d love to read Nancy Holzner’s latest. ;-)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:42:40
Tops on my Christmas list this year is a Kindle. Of these books, I'd most like to win Hellforged. Thanks for sponsoring such a great giveaway.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:42:58
This is a wonderful selection, it is hard to choose: Mercy Blade. I have not heard anything on this book but from this description I would love it.
On my Christmas list is a new Nikor lens for my camera.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:43:39
What I’d most like to receive? An iPad. But that ain’t happening. ;)
The book I’m most interested in here (although there are lots that look awesome) is Geist.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:45:20
Alright, Hellforged or The Dark Griffin would be the book of choice and as for Christmas, I am looking at snow tires. Yeah I know interesting choice but they are pricey and there has been a lot of snow and ice this year so maybe it is time to upgrade the tires.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:49:28
That fantasy, The Dark Griffin by K. J. Taylor sounds intriguing.
On my wishlist is annotated editions of Persuasion and P&P.
Thanks for hosting!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:50:45
I would love Mercy Blade. I really like the previous one :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 10:57:41
I would like RIGHT HAND MAGIC by Nancy A. Collins. I am hoping to get a kindle or an android phone to allow me to take books with me no matter where I go.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:01:06
This year, the gift at the top of my list is a Wacom Intuos 4, so that I can finish up the oodles of artwork on my computer.
The book I would most like to receive is The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:01:30
I’d *really* love an ereader this Xmas! (But have requested all the relatives give/send bookstore gift cards.)
Unseen would be first choice, but Mercy Blade is a very close second! :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:04:06
What I most want for Christmas is a gift card to Amazon.com!
The book here that I’d most want to read is: RIGHT HAND MAGIC by Nancy A. Collins!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:05:55
I’d most like to receive a new netbook, but think that might be pushing my luck!
I love the sound of Right Hand Magic, so that gets my vote!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:09:05
We don’t exchange gifts in the family, so I am not expecting/hoping for anything. But if spiritual gifts were on offer, I would say, I want peace for the various family members who all love each other sincerely but still manage to argue all the time. From the books, I am torn. I totally love both Marillier and Berg. Marillier, I guess, because I read all of hers, and I am behind on Berg, so I’d have to wait before I read it.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:09:36
I would like to get some good news under the tree. I’m not picky, any good news will do. This year I had health issues, the job had layoffs (not me at this time) and my mom had two hip operations. Please, some good news?
For the book, I’d love to get SEER OF SEVENWATERS by Juliet Marillier. I discovered her this year, from a friend’s recommendation, and I love her stuff.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:21:21
What a great list of books. If this were an alley, I would be right up it, er, something.
How about a new couch for Christmas or a set of Le Creuset pots in Caribbean Blue?
No? Then I would love to read Black Wings by Christina Henry. Angel of Death? Check. Chicago? Check. Popcorn-eating gargoyle? Checkity-check-check.
Thank you, Ace, Roc and Ms. Sowards.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:26:18
Oh, I really need a new ereader. I have an old ebookwise which is really good, but doesn’t read pdf’s. I need to update it desperately.
And the book I would most like to read is Right Hand Magic…looks really good.
Valerie
in Germany
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:27:54
The present I’d most like to receive this year is an ereader. And time to cozy up and read with my hubby. :)
The book I’d most like it Mercy Blade by Faith Hunter. I really have enjoyed her Jane Yellowrock character’s adventures! I am taking notes on these titles though, several seem like stories I’d like to try.
Thanks for a chance to win great new books! Happy Holidays!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:32:21
MOST like to receive as a present this holiday season: The entire JD Robb collection in paperback plus book shelves to house them!
AND
The book that you would most like to receive out of the titles listed in the above giveaway: Black Wings – sounds quirky!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:34:37
I’m hoping for a big Barnes and Noble gift card under the tree.
I’d love to get my hands on SEER OF SEVENWATERS. Juliet Marillier is incredibly talented, and the books just can’t hit the bookstores quickly enough for me!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:48:01
I’ve had my eye on some vintage John Fluevog boots that would look perfect with a holiday outfit. Of course they are way past the present budget. The book I’d like most from the list is Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:49:19
Most wanted on my list? It’s a tie between a Kindle or a signed set of Nalini Singh’s current Psy-Changeling and Guild Hunter novels. I’m easy… or not. *Snickers.* Won’t be getting either, but one day…
Book most wanted above: Unseen by Rachel Caine.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 11:53:31
Well, I want an iPad but that’s not happening.
I’d like The Dark Griffin by K. J. Taylor.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:10:07
What I’d most like to receive as a gift, yet have no hope of receiving, is an e-reader. Reading e-books at my desktop is a torment–so much so that I can’t get through more than a short novella. Gah, I’ve been missing out on so much fabulous fiction!
The Soul Mirror intrigues me.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:10:11
awesome giveaways.
I’d pick Mercy Blade by Faith Hunter
What I really want this Christmas is an ipad or lots and lots of book gift cards :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:23:00
I want a huge amazon gift card so I can support my book addiction. ;)
I’ll pick The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:23:07
What I really want for Christmas, especially since we’re starting what looks like a really cold winter, is some new windows for my very old house – but I don’t know how Santa would fit them under the tree and I’d need some elves to install them!
What a great list of books- the one I’d most like to receive is GEIST by Philippa Ballantine.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:23:55
Well I’ve already asked for (and received) a pair of UGGs from Mom and Dad, but if I had my true heart’s wish this Solstice? It would be a 17-inch, 2.53GHz MacBook Pro. *dreamy sigh*
As for the book I’d like to win…gotta go with Christina Henry’s Black Wings.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:24:53
I would say I want a new car that works. Also, my unborn child to be healthy.
The book I want is Unseen by Rachel Caine
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:24:53
I’m hoping for a Pandora bracelet this year. And I’d love to read Black Wings. It sounds really interesting.
dulcibelle [at] earthlink [dot] net
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:34:47
What I REALLY want is an answer to a prayer I’ve put up but in terms of goods…I want a Kindle!
Geist by Philippa Ballantine is my favorite.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:38:38
I’d really like for one of my sons and families to be here for Christmas but not going to happen. Darn it.
I’d like to try the Nancy A. Collins book “Right Hand Magic.” I haven’t tried any of these authors but I will now.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:40:52
What I most want this holiday is an agent for my novel. I’ll settle for a B&N gift card, some hot coco, and a bucket of free time. :-)
The book I’d most like is Carol Berg’s “The Soul Mirror.” I’m reading “The Spirit Lens” right now. Love Ms. Berg’s work.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:44:25
The thing I most want for Christmas is a bread machine! I used my friend’s recently and I’ve been excited about them ever since.
The book I would like most is the Carol Berg title. I have loved her books for years and I can’t wait to get my hands on that one!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:50:23
What I want most for Christmas is a particular necklace from Macy’s. And the book I want is Juliet Marillier’s Seer of Sevenwaters – love her stuff!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 12:57:56
What I would most like to receive this year is actually very cliche. My front tooth lol. Just had one of my big front teeth removed due to a tooth abcess and would love a replacment. ;)
The book I would choose is Geist by Philippa Ballantine
Dec 06, 2010 @ 13:11:48
I’d love to receive a new iPod, since mine died last week and I’m having music withdrawals. :(
I’d also love to win Geist, by Philippa Ballantine. Thank you!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 13:14:08
What I would *most* like to receive this year is a promotion at work. I know I’m lucky to have a job at all, but having one I can look forward to doing would be even better.
As for the books – I’d do quasi-illegal things to get my hands on Mercy Blade, but I’m also a Nancy A Collins fan, so either one of those would be wonderful.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 13:29:17
What I would most like to get is an Ipod Touch. Pretty sure that wont happen though.
For the book I want the most from above its:
Black Wings – been reading such great things about this one. Followed closely by Hellforged and Right Hand Magic.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 13:38:31
What I’d most like to receive this Christmas is an Ipad, but that’s just not going to happen. I would also love a big warm downy winter coat, as it is extremely cold this winter in Norway.
Of the books, I’d most like to win “Seer of Sevenwaters” by Juliet Marillier. I adore her Sevenwaters books.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 13:49:20
What I’d like most this year is a nice gift card to the bookstore. Most my books have had to come from the library this year so my kids can compete in Karate and have gifts for Christmas. The book I’d most like is Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 13:50:12
A Kindle is at the top of my Christmas wishlist. Of the books, I’d pick “Seer of Sevenwaters”. Really like that series.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:00:16
There’s a leather armchair on top of my wishlist for this Christmas! Of the books, I’d pick Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:02:48
What I want most for this Christmas is a new bookshelf. I really need one.
The book I would like most is Right Hand Magic by Nancy A. Collins.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:11:09
What I’d most like for Christmas would be a great big gift card to use for books.
The book that I’d want to win is the Soul Mirror by Carol Berg
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:12:05
What I want most this Christmas is a new dishwasher!
For the giveaway, I’d love to receive THE SOUL MIRROR.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:24:33
What I’d most like to get this Christmas is a bluetooth keyboard for my ipad.
I’d love to get Seer of Sevenwaters by Juliet Marillier. Love her work.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:25:11
I’d most like to receive this christmas is a food processor. The book I’d like to win is Seer of Sevenwaters by Juliet Marillier.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:30:21
I’d most like to read The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
As far as other holiday gifts, I’m asking for a new pair of black riding boots!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:38:08
Honestly, what I’d most like for Christmas is a nice, cozy robe and pajama bottoms. I’m all about snuggling up this winter.
Would love to win a copy of GEIST!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:39:58
If we’re talking money-no-object gifting, I’ve got my eye on some Stuart Weitzman boots. Otherwise, I’m really thinking maybe the Kindle because I read so much, and we’ll be moving so often (military).
Book wise, I want Carol Berg’s new one. I already have the first novel, and I’ve been waiting impatiently for this one ever since.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:41:49
The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg (totally one of my favourite authors)
As for a gift – the same one I ask for every year – book vouchers :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:45:54
What I would like most as a gift, but am unlikely to get, is the Sony Reader Touch Edition PRS-650. However I probably will buy it next year ^^.
From these books the most intriguing to me is Right Hand Magic. Thanks for these give-aways.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:46:39
Fantasy Christmas present would be an Ipad but I would be more than happy with Amazon/book vouchers.
The book that interests me most is The Dark Griffin by K J Taylor as I’ve already pre-ordered Black Wings and Right Hand Magic after reading the excerpts on the Penguin site last week.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:54:08
What I most want this christmas is Civilization V; I am a HUGE Civ fan and have been looking forward to it for SOOOO long.
I think I’d like to try the Dark Griffin. Sounds fun.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:55:43
I would like a MacBook Air, but I don’t think it’s going to happen. My book choice is “Black Wings.”
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:56:29
More than anything in the world, excluding cash, I want an ebook reader; I don’t even care what kind it is. The book I would most like to receive is Mercy Blade by Faith Hunter.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:59:18
I would like a job or straight A’s ( but that’s not happening). Otherwise I would like better skin..haha, okay not any of those are real material things.
But add Carol Berg Soul Mirror or the Black wings book sounds awesome
Dec 06, 2010 @ 14:59:42
I’d really adore a new pair of glasses this year. I’ve had mine for about 5 years and haven’t been to the eye doctor since. I’m sure my eye sight hasn’t gotten that much worse but I’d still like to get stronger prescription if I need it. Strike that – I’d like some contacts…I haven’t had those bad boys since High School
A lot of great books to choose from. I’d like to try Geist though.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:08:19
I’m hoping for gift certificates to book stores this year. =) I would like to win Seer of Sevenwaters.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:12:30
I’d most like to receive a a Macbook Pro for Christmas. And of the books, I’d love to get Unseen.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:19:01
Gift I’d most like to receive? An iPod for sure. I lost mine on a business trip a couple of weeks ago and am dying to replace it!
I just added Geist to my amazon wishlist, so I’m gonna go with that for my book-choice :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:24:19
The present I would enjoy the most for Christmas is a vacation away from the kids. I am feeling rather burned out lately with all that has been going. The only thing saving me right now is the time I take for me in the evening once they’re in bed to read and unwind. As for my book preference it would be Geist by Philippa Ballantine. Thanks for the giveaway.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:24:48
Well, there are a ton of things I would love to have, but a short list would include a trip to San Diego for the World Fantasy Convention in 2011 and another to Tempe AZ for my daughter’s graduation.
Oh, and THE SOUL MIRROR is my choice for a book from this list.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:26:01
I would most like to receive an ereader this Christmas :D …fat chance of getting one though…
I would like to read Black Wings because I am intrigued by the premise of an agent of death struggling with mundane problems like bills! :)
Thank you for the chance to win!!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:28:27
The gift I would love to receive is a Kindle and a Large gift card for books.
The book I would like from the list is:
Hellforged by Nancy Holzner
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:33:40
I’d really love a chaise longue; it seems the most comfortable position to read a book in!
And the book I’d want the most to accompany me on it would be SEER OF SEVENWATERS by Juliet Marillier :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:34:59
Urban fantasy! Whoo-hoo! It’s a really rough choice, but I think I’ll pick…Right Hand Magic.
As far as a Xmas wish, I’ve been too bad this year. ‘Nuff said.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:35:02
I would like to receive a massive amount of Amazon gift cards for Xmas.
The book I’d like to receive is Right Hand Magic.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:50:29
I would love a new laptop for Christmas. The book I’d like to receive is The Soul Mirror. It’s an interesting concept and I’ve been hearing good things.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 15:52:11
What I want MOST would probably have to be an amazon giftcard. I’m easy, in that respect. I just need to buy more books, always. xD
The book I probably want the most is…uh… (damn, this is hard) probably The Soul Mirror. Though a lot of the giveaway books look excellent!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 16:08:36
What I would like most for Christmas is a trip to see my family in NY.
I’m interested in the book The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 16:18:25
I am hoping to receive a Kindle this year for Christmas. Black Wings is the book that I would like to receive.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 16:19:09
What I’d like most?? Money to buy some new material and time to make a quilt.
Book from the list: Right Hand Magic
Dec 06, 2010 @ 16:45:52
I love the sound of Black Wings by Christina Henry, so I would pick that.
And dream Christmas present? A holiday!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 16:50:18
I want Black Wings by Christina Henry the most but would also love Hellforged!
I must be getting old because the thing I want most for Christmas is a memory foam mattress pad.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 16:53:01
I’d love to get a new gaming computer for Christmas since mine is seriously lagging behind.
All these books look pretty interesting but I’d have to choose Unseen by Rachel Caine.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:03:13
The gift I would like most for Christmas is my credit card paid off! Failing that a Kindle :)
I’d like to recieve Mercy Blade – I loved the first two in the series
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:09:43
I’ve been asked a bunch of times what I want for Christmas, but I have no idea. I feel like I have a lot already.
Though I wouldn’t mind winning Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:13:35
Hmm…the gift I’d like most would probably be a giant GC to Amazon or Barnes and Noble
The book I’d most like to receive is Mercy Blade.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:14:16
What I want for Christmas is a Amazon gift card.
Out of the books I would mind reading The Dark Griffin.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:14:53
What I want most for Christmas – and everyone in my family already knows this – is gift cards from all my favorite brick and mortar and on line book stores!!!
I’d love to read Black Wings!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:19:37
I’d love to read Soul Mirror – Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:23:05
There are so many books I’ve been saving for my Christmas wishlist, with the Native Star by M.K. Hobson at the top.
Funny enough, second on the list is Christina Henry’s Black Wings. It would be wonderful to win it in time for christmas break!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:23:08
What I would most like for Christmas is an ebook reader. My husband is thinking of buying me a Nook, but I would love to have a Kindle too!
I would love a chance to win Nancy A Collins’ new book Right Hand Magic. I have all of her Sonja Blue books and would love to see what she’s up to now.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:31:07
What I want the most for Christmas is books and the book I want most is Qhuinn and Blay’s future book together but since this is not possible :( I am asking for future pre-orders and the one I want the most is Enclave by Ann Aguirre :).
From this list I would love Unseen by Rachel Caine. I love this series!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:34:07
What I’d most like to receive as a present would be books. That’s pretty much all I every want for any gift giving occasion. Now if it was the sky’s the limit, then I’d choose a new computer because mine is seriously slow.
It was very hard to choose just one of the fabulous books listed, but I’ll go with Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:37:23
All I want for Christmas are books but if someone decides to give me a laptop, I wouldn’t mind receiving one. :)
So many good books in that pile! I’d love to have Seer of Sevenwaters since I’m a huge fan of Juliet Marillier and that particular series. Can’t wait to read about Sibeal and what’s in store for her.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:40:35
What I would most love for Christmas is a laptop, or a camera. But books would be much preferred!
I would also love to win the Seer of Sevenwaters by Juliet Marillier, because I just finished Heart’s Blood after Anne Sowards posted a review on twitter; but I loved it! And now Juliet is one of my favorite authors :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:42:09
I really want Sugar Bowl tickets for Christmas.
Unseen by Rachel Caine looks like my pick.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 17:49:38
The book that i would like is:Black Wings by Christina Henry
What i want for ‘Xmas is a digital camera.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 18:04:24
I’d like to receive a laptop computer. The book I want the most is Black Wings.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 18:19:54
I want a mini-freezer. (I’m a student and own a mini-fridge with an even smaller freezer compartment. This year I decided I had enough of always calculating how much I could still put in.)
I would love to read Black Wings by Christina Henry.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 18:30:11
I would love to have a digital single lens reflex camera.
The book I want the most is The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 18:32:33
I would most like to get a nice pair of waterproof gloves that will actually fit my tiny hands.
I would love to read Soul Mirror.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 18:36:40
At the top of my Christmas list is a digital camera. Would love to read Hellforged.
caity_mack at yahoo dot com
Dec 06, 2010 @ 18:46:04
What I want for Christmas? I got a car. No seriously, my parents gave me my ‘Christmas present’ a little early this year and contributed to the downpayment I made on my first, shiny, brand new car.
The book i’d love to get my hands on is Mercy Blade. I love this series!
Thanks for the giveaways guys! =)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:01:49
a kitchen update would be great (though prob not very realistic). Maybe just start with a new microwave. The book from the list: right hand magic.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:11:33
I wouldn’t mind getting a laptop for when I have to be away and no PC where I’m going. I’d want Unseen by Rachel Caine, like this spinoff to the Weather Wardens series. The Soul Mirror sounds like a series I’d like, have to put that on my wishlist, haven’t read her before.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:20:57
The book I’d most want to receive for Christmas is a Thai cookbook, but the book I’d most like to read and get from the above listed is the Seer of Sevenwaters. I LOVE Juliet Marillier – she’s on my must read everything she produces list, which aren’t that many authors. I’m so excited to see this is coming out.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:34:20
I want most for Christmas is a new car for my trek to the hospital. (I’m slowly saving up money for it so maybe next Christmas.) BLACK WINGS by Christina Henry sounded interesting so I wouldn’t mind have it to read.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:41:23
The best Christmas gift I could get would be a visit from my Mom. And I’d like to read Unseen by Rachel Caine.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:45:46
Hi there!
The gift I wish for most this year is Kindle WiFi/3G! It’s my one and only gift wish!
I’d love to win a copy of Black Wings by Christina Henry!
Thanks!
Kate
mleger0546 AT rogers DOT com
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:50:34
What I want most for Christmas is a full scholarship to whatever university I transfer to next year. More reasonable wants are a portable hard drive and an ereader.
I would love to read Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 19:55:42
I would to receive a day away at a spa, getting pampered for Christmas.
However, bookwise, Seer of Sevenwaters would be my choice!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:14:59
On the top of my holiday list is a few tools and gadgets I’ve been wanting for the kitchen. Books are up there too of course.
Bookwise, my pick would be Unseen by Rachel Caine :)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:21:53
I would MOST like to receive an offer of representation or a book deal this holiday season.
From the titles, I would LOVE HELLFORGED by Nancy Holzner.
Lisa Iriarte
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:35:47
IF YOU GET ALL THE WAY DOWN HERE, I’D LOVE AN EREADER AND UNSEEN TO PUT UNDER MY NAKED TREE AS I HAVE NO MONEY
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:40:59
I’d like a new job for Christmas. Preferably one that doesn’t require me to work weekends. I am so over jobs where I have to work on weekends.
I’d love “Mercy Blade”, as I have the first book in the series already. <3
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:41:07
I would like to read Right Hand Magic. For Christmas I would most like a bookstore gift card to spend on picking up items on the TBB list.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:55:02
I am dreaming for a peaceful christmas with my family. Nothing more. Just time together.
I would love Unseen by Rachel Caine!
Thank you and happy holidays!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:56:07
What I want most for Christmas is to stay in my home until spring and then to sell it at a profit. I’m praying that housing values head upward – fast.
If I win a book I’d like to try Right Hand Magic. It looks like something I would enjoy.
Thank you to Dear Author and the publishers for holding this contest.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:58:39
I’d really like some new bras. :) As well as Black Wings. ;)
Dec 06, 2010 @ 20:58:45
What I’d like most for Christmas is a Droid. << I LUST for them, they are so much nicer and prettier and useful than my sad old phone that doesn't even have a full keyboard. DX Woe unto my capitalist soul!
Hellforged looks like the most promising read to me. I haven't read the previous book but the character concepts sound really interesting.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 21:05:31
I just moved, so I’m kind of not needing more stuff. But I’d love a decent teaching job!
My first choice would be Hellforged. I still have Deadtown on my TBR pile, but Nancy’s Mystery, Peace, Love, and Murder, was great!
Dec 06, 2010 @ 21:06:26
What I most want this year is The Beauty and the Beast DVD (and I have a feeling I will get it :D). The book I would most love to have is The Soul Mirror by Carol Berg.
Dec 06, 2010 @ 21:34:01
I’d like gift cards to Barnes and Noble. And I’d like a copy of Mercy Blade.