Last winter we linked to a free fiction short from author Caroline Linden and I was contacted by Pocket to see if we would host a free fiction download for author Jennifer Estep. Of course we would. Readers like free fiction and I think it’s a great opportunity to be introduced to the writing voice of a particular author.
Today we have Spider’s Bargain by Jennifer Estep. This short fiction work ties into Estep’s February release, Spider’s Bite. You can download the PDF here. At Jennifer’s site, you can read more about the series, discover the cast of characters, and even obtain a recipe or two.
If you want to win a copy of a Spider’s Bite, the first book in the series, leave a comment. We will be giving away 5 print copies and 5 digital copies of Spider’s Bite to a total of 10 random commenters. Please indicate whether you want a digital or print copy. I hope you enjoy.
I’ve been hearing so many wonderful things about Spider’s Bite. The opening line alone is priceless! It’s on my wishlist, but free is always good. I’ll take either format, so long as I can read the electronic copy on my Sony e-reader.
I put this book on my wishlist as soon as I heard about it. It sounds really interesting and I’d love to win a free copy.
I don’t read print books anymore, so if I win, I’d like a digital copy (in Kindle format if possible).
This sounds like an interesting series. Might pick it up either way! As for the giveaway, I can take either format.
I’ve read Jennifer’s Bigtime series and really enjoyed it! I didn’t realize that she had a new series coming out, I’d love to win a digital copy :-)
Sounds like a great start to a new series. I would love the chance to read it. I would prefer a print copy as I dont have a e-reader. Thanks for the chance.
Sounds interesting. I’d take an e-book, since I live in France and shipping is expensive.
This sounds like a kickass series and yes, that opening line is very intriguing. I’ll have to put it on my list. I prefer a print copy.
Oh this sounds great! I’d like to put in for a print copy. Thanks!
Sounds like a good story. I’d like a copy either way, as long as the E-book is PDF. I would prefer print though.
Nice that it’s the beginning of a series.I love series.
Print please.
Oh I love the excerpt!
I would love to win a digital copy. Love the original premise.
I’m always looking out for more fiction and this sounds like just the thing! I would love to have a digital copy, but wouldn’t mind print either, if it rolls that way. :D
Sounds interesting – UF with a steamy romance. And the cake recipe sounds yummy!
If I win, I pick digital.
Yay for free fiction!
I would prefer print, but certainly wouldn’t say no to an e-book.
Please enter me for the drawing. I’d love an electronic copy, provided I can read it on Digital Editions.
What a great marketing idea.
I just want to chime in and say thanks to Jane and everyone here at Dear Author for featuring my free story and hosting the giveaway. You guys rock! I hope everyone enjoys the story and Spider’s Bite. Happy reading! :-)
@Carin: Yes, the chocolate chip pound cake recipe is divine. It is the best chocolate cake I’ve ever had/made, and it turns out perfectly every single time. I made several of the cakes over the holidays to give to friends and family.
Love the new look btw, well it has been here awhile but still :)
Would love to win a print copy if it is open to international readers.
(so bad with reading those e-books so wont even try. I’ll give the chance to someone with a kindle)
I would love a print copy of her book. I am a huge Estep fan!
Sign me up! I would love to have a digital copy of the book.
I’ve been hearing lots about this book.
I prefer a print copy.
This sounds like an interseting series. I’d love to win a print copy. Thanks!
Sounds good to me! And free fits my budget right now. I would be happy with either a print or digital copy.
Thanks -
I like free stuff. I like romance novels. I don’t like spiders but I wouldlike to read this book. I would prefer digital but won’t turn my nose up at print.
Been hearing about Spiders Bite all week. I’d take either, but rather print copy please.
Wow. I read the short and really liked it. I’d love to read Spider’s Bite.
If I win, I’d love a print copy.
Thanks!
I would love a print copy of Spider’s Bite.
Thanks for the info.
Wow – this series looks really great! I’d love to win a copy of Spider’s Bite. Digital is fine with me.
Thanks!
It sounds great and I would take either format.
Oooooh, I would love a digital copy!
I absolutely LOVE Jennifer’s work! And I’d love to win a print copy of Spider’s Bite…I’m very tactile and enjoy the whole experience of curling up with a book and turning the pages as I get drawn into the story.
These sound interesting I’d love a print copy!
I’ve been looking forward to reading Spider’s Bite since I read the excerpt a few months ago! I’d take either print or digital.
The short story was intriguing and a good introduction. I’m looking forward to Spider’s Bite. I’d love either a print or e-copy.
Wouldn’t mind a digital copy. Hopefully not PDF, but that would be better than nothing.
Sign me up! I’d love to win a copy. Either format will work for me. Thanks.
I would like a digital copy – the free short was good – hopefully a new series to read:)
Definitely a new to me author that I need to check out! Would love a print copy!
I just read the excerpt for Spider’s Bite on Estep’s website and it sounds good. I would love to win a copy, preferably digital, but I don’t mind print.
Plese enter me. Would love to read this. I would prefer a print copy.
Downloaded the free story, thank you! I’d love a print copy.
Would love a digital copy of Spider’s Bite (awesome title, btw). Thank you.
Okay, I’m interested.
I’ll take digital in mobi or epub if it’s DRM free, otherwise print.
I love Jennifer Estep’s books and a free copy of Spider’s bite would rock!! I’d love a digital copy in prc/mobi. Thanks!!
There was an interview on Marta Acosta’s blog with this author. Book sounds great!
I’d prefer a Print, but wouldn’t turn away an e-book.
Psyched for the next Estep, whether I win or not. :D I’ve never been able to read a digital copy of anything, so I’d prefer print.
I’ve heard this is a really great read. I’ve love to have a copy, print or digital work for me!
Sounds cool, I’d love a chance at a copy too. =)
I’m in Europe, so digital would probably be the most convenient.
I’d love digital (Kindle) copy. I’m excited to check out the free story.
This sounds interesting. Being a dinosaur, i would love a print copy.
I’m interested and I’d love a print copy, were I to win one :)
I heart Jennifer Estep muchly..
If the ebook is readable on computer for internationals, I would love to be entered!
I like the sound of this new series and I will def check out the short.
I would like the ebook and if its availiable to non US residents.
After reading the short story I’m looking forward to reading more
What a great short story. Action from the beginning word.
I would love a print copy of Spider’s bite. I have been eying it and it looks like a really fun read.
A digital copy. It looks great.
I’d love to win a print copy.
Please count me in for the giveaway – digital copy is fine. Thx.
Thanks for the story – I’d love a print copy of the book.
Please enter me in the giveaway. Hard copy or digital copy is fine. Thanks.
Please enter me to win a print copy. Thanks.
Thanks for the free download. I’m very excited about SPIDER’S BITE and have it on my “wish list”!
I would love a print copy.
I’d love to win a print copy. I’ve really enjoyed Estep’s other series.
I’ve been looking forward to this book since I first heard about it! I’d love a copy, print or digital.
I’d love a copy either print or digital, thanks!
print copy please. I liked Karma Girl, hope this is good as well!
I would love to win a copy of this book. print digital heck either one would make me a happy girl.
This author has been on my try-list. Please enter me in the digital copy. Thanks!!
Talk about grabbing you & not letting go, I was sorry to see that taste end. Gin sounds kick ass, just the type I really enjoy. I can do either format. I have a Sony e-reader. Thanks for the chance.
Count me in. Digital compatible with my kindle for iPhone. I look forward to the new release.
After reading the excerpt, I’m definitely interested. Print preferred, digital OK.
Since I don’t have kindle or any E-reader, i would prefer print copy.
I saw this cover couple times on some blogs, and i do really like to read it !
This series has been on my wishlist for awhile and I’d love to enter for a print copy!
Thank you for the giveaway. :)
Would like a paper copy please but would take the ebook.
Sounds interesting. I’d like to try a paper copy.
would love to read a print copy of this!
I would love to win a print copy of this book! Thank you.
I’d love a print or electronic copy of Spiders Bite.
I would love to win a print copy of this book! thank you for the giveaway!
I’m not usually a fan of urban paranormals, but the excerpt looked interesting and I’d love to give the book a try. As long as I can read the digital version on my Mac I don’t care whether I get the print or the digital version.
Don’t usually read this type but from the blurb on the website I am intrigued…Print of ebook is fine (Kindle or something I can read on Adobe digital)
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I can’t wait to read Spider’s Bite! Please count me in for a print copy. Thanks!
I’d love to have a copy of Spider’s Bite; either print or digital is fine with me. :) Thanks for the chance to win!
I would love a print copy. I will have it one way or another when I comes out:)
If I win I would like a print copy please.
I really enjoyed Estep’s Bigtime series…hadn’t heard about her upcoming release until now though. Will definitely be checking these out. (off to read the short now!)
Would love to be entered for a print copy…thanks!
Oooo, mememememememe please! Print copy s’il vous plait. Merci beaucoup!
Great contest! WOuld love to be entered for a print copy – if international readers are eligible.
I love Jennifer’s work! One of my few auto-buys. Digital for me, if I get lucky — I’ll get the print one myself. Thanks!
Spider’s Bite is on my wishlist. It sounds wonderful. I would love to have either a print or digital copy.
I’ve read so many positive blogs about this book–It sounds great. I would prefer a print copy, but could take a digital as well.
Would love to get a print copy!
Would love a copy!
I just read the excerpt and would love to win a digital copy of Spider Bites. And I love the free short stories. I’m saving it for later.
I love finding new authors via free reads. Please pick me for a digital copy …..
I have heard such great things about this book! I would love a digital copy :)
This looks interesting. I would love to win a digital copy! :)
Ooh! This is such a great deal. I’m a big Jennifer Estep fan. I really enjoy her Bigtime series and would love the chance to read Spider’s Bite. I’d like a digital copy of this book.
Can’t wait for this to come out!
I’d love a copy! I’d prefer a print copy.
Thanks for the chance to start this series.
I’ve been hearing such great things about Spider’s Bite on Twitter! I’m looking forward to checking out Spider’s Bargain. (Already downloaded the PDF.)
Digital copy would be my preference.
Read the short, I had never read anything by this author before. I would like to enter the contest and either a hard copy or ebook would be fine.
I would love a copy in digital of Spider’s Bite in prc. I have it on my wish list.
I hadn’t heard of this author before but it looks really intriguing!
I’d love a paper copy, if at all possible. A digital copy would have to be .pdf as I’m not cool enough to have an e-reader just yet other than my phone.
I’d love a digital copy. Thanks for the contest!
More books added to the list to purchase.
I loved the Bigtime books and I can’t wait to read this new series! Either a paper or digital (pdf) copy would be fine with me.
Looks intriguing. I would love a print copy!
I would LOVE to get a print copy. Her books are awesome!!
Can’t wait to read the new book!!! Looks so interesting.
gonna read the free download tonight…can’t wait
Oooh, free fiction! Yummy!
I’d love to win a digital copy of Spider’s Bite.
This looks like an interesting book! I don’t have a format preference.
Hi :)
Thank you for the short story & the opportunity to win SPIDER’S BITE.
I’d prefer print but will take ebook.
:)
I love this genre and think this looks like a great read! I hope I get the chance to read it.
I have this book on my wishlist and i would love to read it!
I prefer printed book, but since i live outside US and i dont know if you can send it, i could also accept the ebook version (i have a sony ereader).
The title alone makes this new series intriguing…Mixing urban fantasy, a kick-ass woman and of course, passion adds to the appeal. I’d love to read it for free (digital for my Sony reader). Thanks for this great opportunity!
Sign me up too! Either format (but digital would need to be for Kindle). Always love finding new series!
The cover of this book looks fantastic! And the premise of the series…Wow!
Would love to get either version (I’m just greedy that way!).
Sounds like an interesting new series. Please throw my name in the hat as well. I’d actually prefer a print copy if I win.
This series sounds really interesting. If I win I’d like a print copy.
I would love to win a print copy of this book. It sounds interesting and I love the cover!
I would love a print copy. It looks really good.
I’d love to win a Print Copy of “Spider’s Bite”! I visited Jennifer’s blog and website, and this sounds like a really strong new series!
Sounds like a amazing book. I’d love to win a print copy. Thanks!
I haven’t heard of this one yet – but please count me in, it sounds like fun!
I’d prefer the print copy please.
i would loove the chance to win Spiders bite. It just may be the beginnig of a new best series.
Can i have it in digital print please
[...] Winners of the Spider’s Bite by Jennifer Estep are below, divided by print and digital. Don’t forget you can still download a short story by Jennifer here. [...]