tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89804272190723144492024-02-19T09:27:20.784-05:00Kathleen BrooksThis blog is designed to follow the USA Today bestselling Southern romance/suspense novels in the Bluegrass Series. The series is set in the fictional town of Keeneston, Kentucky and this blog features all the characters you fell in love with and their infinite Southern charms! So, grab a chair, a piece of pecan pie, and sit for a spell while you check out all things Kathleen and Keenseton.
Http://www.Kathleen-Brooks.comUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-53236822756198567992013-01-23T16:34:00.000-05:002013-01-23T16:34:48.839-05:00My Blog is Moving!Hi everyone,<br />
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My new website is up and running now! It has its own blog feature built-in so I will be making all new posts directly on that website. You can find the new blog entries here:<br />
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All of my previous posts are now on the webpage above, as well as saved at this location. If you have any questions, please feel free to email me on the new webpage's contact form. See you over there!Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-210765634500395792013-01-21T09:59:00.000-05:002013-01-21T10:01:12.608-05:00Acquiring Trouble Has Stellar Debut! <br />
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<i>Acquiring Trouble</i>, the third book in the Bluegrass Brothers Series by
Kathleen Brooks is now available on Amazon, Apple, Barnes and Noble, and
Kobo! In it's debut week it has already become an International Bestseller hitting the top of the charts on Apple, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble in the United States, Canada, and the UK! Pick up your copy today and enjoy!<br /> <br /> AMAZON: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Acquiring-Trouble-Bluegrass-Brothers-ebook/dp/B00B2E2934/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1358513772&sr=1-2&keywords=kathleen+brooks+acquiring+trouble" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.com/Acquiring-Trouble-Bluegrass-Brothers-ebook/dp/B00B2E2934/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1358513772&sr=1-2&keywords=kathleen+brooks+acquiring+trouble</a><br /> <br /> AMAZON UK: <a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/Acquiring-Trouble-Bluegrass-Brothers-ebook/dp/B00B2E2934/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1358513953&sr=8-1" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.amazon.co.uk/Acquiring-Trouble-Bluegrass-Brothers-ebook/dp/B00B2E2934/ref=sr_1_1?ie<span class="text_exposed_show">=UTF8&qid=1358513953&sr=8-1</span></a><span class="text_exposed_show"><br /> <br /> APPLE: <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/acquiring-trouble/id592217868?mt=11" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/acquiring-trouble/id592217868?mt=11</a><br /> <br /> BARNES AND NOBLE: <a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/acquiring-trouble-kathleen-brooks/1114171235?ean=2940016012841" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/acquiring-trouble-kathleen-brooks/1114171235?ean=2940016012841</a><br /> <br /> KOBO: <a href="http://www.kobobooks.com/ebook/Acquiring-Trouble/book-ODaCD0V_2UmLiLt7EvNW9A/page1.html?s=e9mAWSRyWUiNh_oiLtcJXA&r=6" rel="nofollow nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.kobobooks.com/ebook/Acquiring-Trouble/book-ODaCD0V_2UmLiLt7EvNW9A/page1.html?s=e9mAWSRyWUiNh_oiLtcJXA&r=6</a></span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-61892475997932498012013-01-04T16:28:00.000-05:002013-01-04T16:31:35.430-05:00Coming Soon: Acquiring Trouble<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b> Acquiring Trouble is the Third book in the Bluegrass Brothers Series. </b></div>
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accomplishes anything he puts his mind to. Upon returning home from his
special forces duties, he has become the strong foundation of the
Davies family and his company. But th<span class="text_exposed_show">at strong foundation is about to get rocked in a big way by the one woman that always left him fascinated and infuriated.<br /> <br />
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and began on her high school graduation night when she left Keeneston
with no plan to ever return. As a self-made businesswoman, Morgan is
always looking for her next victory. Little did she know that next
victory would involve acquiring the company that belonged to the one man
she always wanted for herself.<br /> <br /> With their careers and lives on the line, will Miles and Morgan choose love or ambition?</span></span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-8114443535194701172012-12-07T13:25:00.001-05:002012-12-07T13:25:54.973-05:00Author Interview: Bella Andre<br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thank you so much to everyone who has been reading – and loving – my Sullivans! I absolutely love hearing from all of you, so please come find me on my website at <a href="http://www.bellaandre.com/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">www.BellaAndre.com</a> and drop me a note. :) Bella<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Thanks so much for taking time to visit with me today. It’s been a lot of fun!! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-44470657402500192322012-12-07T11:58:00.000-05:002012-12-07T11:59:52.940-05:00Attention Barnes & Noble Readers!Season's Greetings!<br />
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I am in the middle of a new release for a novella that was meant to be free for everyone. Unfortunately, I have encountered ongoing delays with the distributor for Barnes & Noble. I was able to load directly to Barnes & Noble, <b>HOWEVER</b> I am not able to list the book for free as I had intended. I believe the free book will eventually be pushed through, but I have no idea when this will happen.<br />
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In the meantime, if you are anxious to read the short story on all of your favorite characters from the Bluegrass Series, you are welcome to pick it up on Nook for $0.99. I really hate that you have to pay for your own gift, but I want to be sure that everyone has a chance to read it before Christmas. I will keep facebook, twitter, and this blog updated when the book lists for free on Nook.<br />
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You can click below for the link directly to Barnes & Noble's webpage for Secret Santa, A Bluegrass Series Novella.<br />
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<a href="http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/secret-santa-a-bluegrass-series-novella-kathleen-brooks/1045373732?ean=2940015715088" target="_blank">Click Here To Download Secret Santa on Nook!</a><br />
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I hope you enjoy!Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-71864008618123634802012-11-28T10:06:00.001-05:002012-11-28T11:17:04.575-05:0012 Days of Christmas from Romance Authors! I'm so excited by the response the 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway has received! Melody Anne, a fellow author, came up with this idea and it's taken off throughout the Romance community!<br />
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As for the prizes, each winner for 12 days will receive a full set of my books, signed, along with some Kentucky Chocolate, and a variety of e-books and paperbacks provided by the following authors. Make sure you check them out on Facebook and online. Many of them have free books for you! <br />
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Barbara Freethy<br />
Marie Force<br />
Christie Craig<br />
Tori Scott<br />
Melody Anne<br />
Ruth Cardello<br />
Jennifer Probst <br />
Jan Scarborough <br />
Cali Mackay<br />
Lynn Raye Harris<br />
Annette Blair<br />
Amy Metz <br />
Terri Marie<br />
Mary Campisi<br />
Christine Major Depetrillo<br />
Jerri Hines<br />
Kerry Connor<br />
Christina Tetreault<br />
Elaine Raco Chase<br />
Liberty Blake<br />
Carri James Haynes<br />
Carolyn Sullivan<br />
Gabriella Edwards<br />
Sydney Landon<br />
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And if that's not enough, make sure to check out these authors who are hosting their own giveaways for even more chances to win!<br />
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Melody Anne<br />
Ruth Cardello<br />
Jennifer Probst<br />
Sandra Marton<br />
Christina Tetreault<br />
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Good luck everyone! Remember to check my <a href="http://www.facebook.com/kathleenbrooksauthor" target="_blank">Facebook</a> page starting at 10:00 pm (US Eastern time) on November 30th for your first chance to win!<br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-14239072100284289422012-11-19T12:14:00.000-05:002012-11-19T12:14:33.537-05:0012 Days of Christmas Giveaway<span style="color: #cc0000;">The holidays are here and I'm ready to spread the cheer with plenty of giveaways! This promotion is running on facebook only, so make sure you sign up or find a friend who has a facebook account and you all can share the prizes! There are 12 chances to win and I will also let you know of other giveaways by authors such as Melody Anne and Ruth Cardello! Here are the rules:</span><br />
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<span style="color: #274e13;">There will be twelve separate contests, one held each day
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each contest and the contest will close at 10:00 pm United States Eastern Time
Zone the following day. The winner for
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the prize will be announced in that day’s post. They will range from free
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answers will be entered in the drawing. Some contests will only require you to
comment and what you comment will not determine if you win or not. <b>Commenting
will give you one entry into that day’s contest. If you share the contest on Facebook, then
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The next author in the series of interviews is Ruth Cardello. She has made quite a name for herself the past two years and has hit the New York Times Best-Seller list. She has just released her fourth book in the Legacy Series titled <em>Saving the Sheikh. </em>You can find it on all major online retailers.</div>
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Rise of the Billionaire will come out in the Spring. It’s the story of a hacker who had a rough childhood and the fantasy of being with one woman, Alethea, gave him the strength to overcome it.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Now that he has some influential friends who owe him pretty big favors, he’s determined to become the kind of man Alethea would be interested in – rich and dangerous.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Jeisa is the woman who has been hired to help him morph into that man.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Book 5 is one man’s journey to find himself and the difficult choices he has to make along the way. It’s also about the painful realization that sometimes when you love someone it means letting them go. Oh, yes, and hopefully some hot sex along the way!</div>
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Maid for the Billionaire (FREE on most ebook vendors)</div>
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For Love or Legacy</div>
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Bedding the Billionaire</div>
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Saving the Sheikh</div>
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Rise of the Billionaire (coming in the spring of 2013)</div>
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I cried happy tears. These past few years have been amazing for me in so many ways.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I left my day job to write more and spend more time with my kids. Making the NYTs bestseller’s list cemented for my family that I’d made the right choice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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I can’t speak for other women, but for me it’s the fantasy of being swept away to somewhere exotic with a man who is both in control and helplessly into me.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The whole fantasy from the outfits to the pillows – to the arrogance of a desert prince. I just love it. I devour sheikh books like they are candy.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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I’ve outlined 7 books for the series along with 2 novellas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My next series will be about Greek Billionaires, but I think I’ll have them live in the world I’ve built. I had an image in my head of some billionaire turning on the TV and seeing a story about Dominic and it made me laugh out loud.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I’m enjoying these characters and it would be a fun way for people to keep track of them when I move on.</div>
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My dogs. There is something so comforting about having someone with me even when no one else is home. They often hear an idea for a scene before anyone else does.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They don’t make good critics, though. They like everything.</div>
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I don’t like spring clean up. I’m ok with poop detail year round. Don’t mind it fresh. Don’t mind it frozen. But when the ground is muddy and what was once hidden begins to thaw and appear – that’s when I send in the Marines.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Well, one retired Marine anyway. My husband is very good about taking over that chore for me each spring. I don’t need flowers or diamonds to know that he loves me. That’s plenty of proof for me!</div>
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Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-187165301934425882012-11-15T12:10:00.000-05:002012-11-15T12:10:13.347-05:00Week Five of the Fantasy Movie Vote!Dani's results are in. The winner of the poll was... Cote De Pablo! She was the overwhelming favorite to play the role of Dani.<br />
And now, we pick our favorite play Cole. There are five choices listed below based on nominations from readers of the Bluegrass Series. Feel free to leave your vote in the comments section or go to the facebook poll <a href="https://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/KathleenBrooksAuthor/timeline/story?ut=61&wstart=1351753200&wend=1354348799&hash=527732563394015926&pagefilter=3&ustart=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #2198a6;">HERE</span></a> to cast your vote.<br />
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David Boreanaz<br />
Stephen Amell<br />
Wes Bentley<br />
Ryan Gossling<br />
Matt Boomer<br />
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Voting for Cole will continue until Wednesday November 21st, 2012. Check back next week for the next poll. I am still taking nominations for Paige.Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-21097879439568408432012-11-09T11:32:00.001-05:002012-11-09T12:18:48.832-05:00Author Interview: Amy Metz<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
I share a lot in common with this next author in the interview series. We are both Kentucky authors, attended Centre College, and write Romance themed mystery/suspense novels set in small Southern towns. We met at Centre's homecoming this year during the book signing and I am pleased to introduce you to Amy Metz!</div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Murder & Mayhem In Goose Pimple Junction</i> is the first in a humorous southern mystery series. The second book in the series, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Heroes & Hooligans In Goose Pimple Junction,</i> will be released soon.</div>
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Life Minus 3 ½ by Dennis Hart. I highly recommend it.</div>
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Oh my goodness, GPJ is full of southern sayings, so it’s hard to choose, but I do love “Get your straw out of my Kool-Aid.” </div>
Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-89306913562509122282012-11-08T09:11:00.000-05:002012-11-08T09:11:46.301-05:00Week Four of the Fantasy Movie Vote!Mo's results are in. The winner of the poll was... Sendhil Ramamurthy! He was able to pull away from Oded Fehr as many believe he would make a better Ahmed. Can't say I would complain.<br />
And now, we pick our favorite play Dani. There are four choices listed below based on nominations from readers of the Bluegrass Series. Feel free to leave your vote in the comments section or go to the facebook poll <a href="https://www.facebook.com/?ref=logo#!/KathleenBrooksAuthor/timeline/story?ut=61&wstart=1351753200&wend=1354348799&hash=209395828431695825&pagefilter=3&ustart=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #2198a6;">HERE</span></a> to cast your vote.<br />
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Jordana Brewster<br />
Cote de Pablo<br />
Mila Kunis<br />
Megan Fox<br />
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Voting for Dani will continue until Thursday November 15th, 2012. Check back next week for the next poll. I am still taking nominations for the following: Cole and Paige.Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-68565527908129435202012-11-02T12:51:00.001-04:002012-11-02T12:53:23.110-04:00Author Interview: Sandra Marton<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
This week I would like to welcome USA Today best-selling author Sandra Marton. She has won multiple writing awards for her books featuring sexy, complex alpha heroes. She prides herself on character development to create wonderful stories that readers can't get enough of.<br />
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<strong>A complete list of Sandra Marton's books can be found at her website, </strong><a href="http://www.sandramarton.com/"><strong>http://www.sandramarton.com</strong></a> </div>
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My newest releases for Harlequin Presents are books in a trilogy, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Wilde Brothers of Texas</i></b>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Book one, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Dangerous Jacob Wilde</i></b>, will be on the stands in mid-November. Book two, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Ruthless Caleb Wilde</i></b>, will follow in mid-December. The third book, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Merciless Travis Wilde</i></b>, will be published in April, meaning it'll be available in mid-March.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All three books, of course, will be available in print as well as e-format.</div>
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I'm especially excited about my new venture into independent publishing! Right now, readers can download my prize-winning novel of romantic suspense, FREE for their Kindles, at amazon. The<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>book is <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Until You</i></b>, and it's had rave reviews.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Readers can also buy my best-selling novel, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Charon's Crossing</i></b>, the exciting story of a woman who inherits a sagging mansion in the Caribbean… and the dangerously sexy ghost who haunts it.</div>
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<strong>1. When is your next new release due out and give its description.</strong><br />
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<em><strong>The Dangerous Jacob Wilde</strong></em> will be on the stands in mid-November.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Dangerous Jacob Wilde </i></b>is about a returning war hero, but Jake doesn't think of himself as any kind of hero. He's been wounded, physically and emotionally, and though he's come home to Texas, he has no intention of staying. Jake wants<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>to get away from everything he's always known—until he meets Addison McDowell. Addison is a no-nonsense New York lawyer. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She finds Jake arrogant and impossible, and she certainly doesn't want to get involved with him… but what does logic have to do with the searing flames of passion?</div>
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<strong><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">2.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>You are very well known Harlequin Presents <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>novelist.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How many books have you published with Harlequin?</strong></div>
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Yes, I'm happy to say I'm one of Presents top authors, and a USA Today Bestselling author, too.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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I've published 85 books with Presents.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Each has been a joy to write, and my characters stay with me long after the books are written. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>My books have been best-sellers in the States and around the world.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Several have been RITA finalists; many have won Romantic Time's Best Presents of the Year awards.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I'm particularly known for my family sagas. I love writing those—I get to deal with lots of characters and stories, and I have a great time, weaving the books together.</div>
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<strong>3. Your new release, Prince of Pleasure, will soon be available.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What excites you most about this new book?</strong></div>
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I'm very excited about <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Prince of Pleasure</i></b>! I love the characters and the story, and I'm thrilled to be writing it as part of my new self-publishing venture! </div>
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The initial idea (self-publishing) actually started with my readers, who started asking me to write some books directly for digital publishing more than a year ago. It seemed like a huge step—and one I realized I was eager to take. A few months ago, a <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>pair of characters popped into my head with a story I couldn't resist, I decided it was time to do what readers wanted.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And I wrote<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Prince of Pleasure</i></b>.</div>
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It's the story of Prince Khan of Altara and American attorney Laurel Cruz.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Khan is a rich, powerful, gorgeous<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>sheikh. (I have to admit, as a romance reader and writer, I have a definite soft spot in my heart for sheikh novels.) He's in Texas on business. Laurel's had a hard life. She knows, from experience, that it can be a man's world out there, especially when the man is someone like Khan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She's certain she knows all she needs to know about him: he must be they type who wants women kept in their place. The problem is, the place Khan wants her is in his bed… and to Laurel's shock, that <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>turns out to be the place she wants to be!</div>
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<strong><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">4.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>The last book in your Presents Trilogy will be out in April. Which feeling is greater: happiness with completing the story or sadness at moving on to the next project?</strong></div>
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It's always tough to leave characters who have come to feel like friends but in this case, I'm not going to leave them!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I'm delighted to say that I'm going to write the stories of the three Wilde sisters!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Readers will meet Em, Lissa and Jaimie in the Wilde Brothers books, and I'll have the absolute pleasure of<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>seeing to it that the three Wilde women meet three men who can win their hearts. Best of all, I'm going to write that new trilogy directly for e-publication.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Readers who want more information can get it by going to my website, and especially by signing up for my newsletter. I send one out before each new book.</div>
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<strong><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">5.<span style="font: 7pt 'Times New Roman';"> </span></span>What one thing can you not live without while you are writing?</strong></div>
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The internet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I do huge amounts of research for my books.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I travel a lot and I never use a setting unless I've actually visited the city or country, except when I invent a place, like Altara, but the internet is where I turn for information about houses my people might live in, property they might buy, businesses they might run, etc.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It's also where I find informed people who are interested in letting me interview them, generally via email. I've 'talked' to lawyers, doctors, architects, realtors, translators… all sorts of people have been wonderfully helpful to me in my work.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Talking to experts is often vital. I like to get my facts rights.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>being interviewed by me</div>
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The Racketeer, by John Grisham.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I'm a big fan of Grisham, John Sandford<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and Robert Crais.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All three write novels of suspense but, basically, their books are character-driven. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For me, as a reader and as a writer, characterization is everything.</div>
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See my answer to the above question? What it really means is that I don't limit myself to reading only romance. I think too many romance writers see themselves strictly as romance readers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I believe that the more you read good writers in other genres, the more you learn and the more your characters and settings come alive.</div>
Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-22704445568531951412012-11-01T09:54:00.000-04:002012-11-01T09:56:30.102-04:00Week Three of the Fantasy Movie VoteMcKenna Mason results are in! The winner of the poll was... Emma Stone! She held off a late charge by Rachel McAdams.<br />
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And now, we pick our favorite play Mohtadi Ali Rahman. There are four choices listed below based on nominations from readers of the Bluegrass Series. Feel free to leave your vote in the comments section or go to the facebook poll <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KathleenBrooksAuthor#!/KathleenBrooksAuthor/timeline/story?ut=61&wstart=1351753200&wend=1354348799&hash=9107877324880277350&pagefilter=3&ustart=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: #2198a6;">HERE</span></a> to cast your vote.<br />
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Sendhil Ramamurthy<br />
Arjan Bajwa<br />
Oded Fehr<br />
Sam Kalidi<br />
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Voting for Mo will continue until Thursday November 8th, 2012. Check back next week for Dani's poll. I am still taking nominations for the following: Dani, Cole, and Paige.Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-57171392645100318372012-10-27T09:37:00.001-04:002012-10-27T10:25:51.479-04:00Author Interview: Melody AnneI'm beginning a new series of posts that feature a quick interview with other romance authors. The first in the series is Melody Anne. She is a wonderful friend and is a terrific author. Her list of books is impressive and they are broken down in three series below in the order in which they should be read:<br />
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<u>The Billionaire Bachelors Series</u><br />
1. The Billionaire Wins the Game<br />
2. The Billionaire’s Dance<br />
3. The Billionaire Falls<br />
4. The Billionaire’s Marriage Proposal<br />
5. Blackmailing the Billionaire<br />
6. Runaway Heiress<br />
7. The Billionaire’s Final Stand<br />
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<u>Baby for the Billionaire Series</u> (aka The Tycoon Series)<br />
1. The Tycoon’s Revenge<br />
2. The Tycoon’s Vacation<br />
3. The Tycoon’s Proposal
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<u>Midnight Fire Series</u><br />
1. Midnight Fire<br />
2. Midnight Storm
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And now for the interview!<br />
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<b>1. When is your next new release due out?</b><o:p> </o:p><br />
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My next release is out December 15<sup>th</sup>, 2012. It’s the 4<sup>th</sup> book in the Tycoon Series, titled “The Tycoon’s Secret”</div>
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2. <b>You have just completed your Billionaire Bachelors series with The Billionaire's Final Stand.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How does it feel to have the series complete?</b><br />
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It’s a bittersweet feeling. I love the Anderson’s as if they’re a part of my actual family. I’ve gotten attached to these characters and don’t want to give them up. I actually miss Joseph when I work on other stuff. I know it sounds silly, but I love this family. They’ve been good to me <span style="font-family: Wingdings; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span> </div>
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Yes, after I finish Damien’s story in The Tycoon’s Secret, I’ll be working on my heroes series, called “Because of Honor” The entire series is about heroes, the first being a fireman. These are men that grew up in wealth or achieved great wealth, but felt empty, felt a need to serve, so they walked away from the corporate world and now risk their lives. Of course they will find their happily ever after’s.</div>
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While writing, I need silence. I know some people listen to music, but I need just silence. I usually put the fan on, and then sink into my own head. I do have a routine before I write, though, that I’ve noticed. I didn’t realize it until my husband was gone for the weekend. Each night, he comes and lies in bed, because until my office is complete my desk is still in my room. He turns on the dvd player, right now it’s House. I love that show. He’ll watch 1 or 2 episodes, and then go to sleep. While he’s doing that, I’ll check my email, play a game or two of SLINGO on Facebook. I love that game, then as soon as the TV goes off, I begin writing, and I stay up until about 7am. Sometimes a bit earlier, sometimes later. But when he was gone, I had a hard time getting started on my writing, and I realized it was because my routine was off.</div>
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Hard question, it’s been a while. I read Ruth Cardello’s new release and loved it. I also read the latest Bluegrass Brothers new release when it was released. It’s been over a month since I’ve read an entire book, though, which makes me sad. I usually use my break times to catch up on email and Facebook. It’s just grown so much that it makes it really difficult for me to catch up on my reading. My kindle is overflowing with books that are crying to be read.</div>
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Bought me gold <span style="font-family: Wingdings; mso-ascii-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span> I remember in high school, a boy I liked only as a friend, really liked me, and I was clueless about it. I was majorly into sports and didn’t even realize boys were cute until high school. I just wanted to play ball with them, not make-out. Well, my sophomore year, this boy, who shall remain nameless was doing all he could to catch my attention, and I just thought he was being a friend. I was taking an art class, and I needed gold to finish my ring. I didn’t have any, so he gave me a ride to a pawn shop, where I was going to try and buy some. It was too expensive, so I was bummed. The next day, he brings me a baggy full of gold chains. I STILL didn’t get it for a few more weeks that he liked me. I ended up falling head over heels in love with him. He was my first love, who I was with for several years. I still think about him. But we were young, and eventually went our separate ways. I was lucky enough to meet my husband a couple years later. He did some pretty impressive things to get my attention, too. He’s an incredible tailor, and made me two teddy bears. One pink and one blue. I still have them. I love big, romantic gestures.</div>
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<b>Final Note from Melody Anne</b></div>
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I just want to add how much I love my fans, and how much I appreciate them. I enjoy my time each day of checking Facebook and seeing the wonderful posts from all of them. So many great people, who are so supportive. I love my job so much because of them. I get tears in my eyes when I see a great posts from someone or they tell me a book meant something to them. I love my job. I have the best one in the world, and I pray it never ends. I do answer all my posts and emails, though at times, it takes a little bit. It’s all me. I also love giving back to the people who support me, so please come join me on Facebook at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/authormelodyanne">www.facebook.com/authormelodyanne</a>. </div>
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Thanks so much for taking time to visit with me today. It’s been a lot of fun!!</div>
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And now, we pick our favorite play McKenna Mason. There are five choices listed below based on nominations from readers of the Bluegrass Series. Feel free to leave your vote in the comments section or go to the facebook poll <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KathleenBrooksAuthor?ref=hl#!/KathleenBrooksAuthor/timeline/story?ut=61&wstart=1349074800&wend=1351753199&hash=2608738886096700568&pagefilter=3&ustart=1" target="_blank">HERE</a> to cast your vote.<br />
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Amy Davidson<br />
Rachel McAdams<br />
Emma Stone<br />
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Evan Rachel Wood<br />
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Voting for McKenna will continue until Thursday November 2nd, 2012. Check back next week for Mo's poll. I am still taking nominations for the following: Mo, Dani, Cole, and Paige.Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-1547957920708215282012-10-18T10:08:00.003-04:002012-10-18T10:11:28.603-04:00Vote for Will Ashton!<br />
Your nominations for actors to play Will Ashton are in and the poll is up on Facebook. If you don't have a Facebook account, feel free to leave your vote in the comments section below!<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/KathleenBrooksAuthor?ref=hl#!/KathleenBrooksAuthor/timeline/story?ut=61&wstart=1349074800&wend=1351753199&hash=1004510375893163985&pagefilter=1&ustart=1" target="_blank">Click Here for the Facebook Poll</a><br />
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Here are the most popular nominations from fans of the Bluegrass Series:<br />
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Eric Dane<br />
Chris Evans<br />
Bradley Cooper<br />
Chris Pine<br />
Josh Duhamel<br />
Liam Hemsworth<br />
Luke Bryan<br />
Ryan Reynolds<br />
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Thank you all so much for the input. This has been a blast! Check back next week for Kenna's poll. I am still taking nominations for the following: Kenna, Mo, Dani, Cole, and Paige.Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-45332123027408862462012-10-11T15:34:00.001-04:002012-10-11T15:34:31.228-04:00Is Hollywood Ready for Keeneston?<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Oh, I am excited!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have hired a wonderful agent that is actively seeking interest for the rights to option the Bluegrass Series for film/tv.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The process is just starting and it will undoubtedly take a while to develop. But I want to see what you all think.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If the books do get picked up for film, who would you want to play each character?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I'll do a poll each week with one of the characters in the Bluegrass Series.</div>
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I will take nominations starting now, and I'll put a poll on my facebook page between the four most popular nominations for each character.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can leave your nominations in the comments section or on the facebook thread <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KathleenBrooksAuthor" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div>
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<span style="color: black;">McKenna Mason - 10/25/2012</span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">Cole Parker - 11/15/2012<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">Feel free to tweet or facebook your favorite actor to get them involved.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I won't complain!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-38381209392065243942012-10-07T12:38:00.003-04:002012-10-07T15:55:49.484-04:00Blossom Cafe Weekly Special - May Day PieIn honor of the opening weekend for the Keeneland Fall Meet, Blossom Cafe is offering its May Day Pie. This dish is a delicious blend of pecan pie with chocolate and just a touch of Kentucky bourbon.<br />
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2 eggs, whipped<br />
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1/2 cup of brown sugar</div>
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1/4 cup of light corn syrup</div>
2 tablespoons of bourbon (slightly less than 1/4 cup)<br />
1-1/4 cups of chopped pecans<br />
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1-1/4 cups of sweetened chocolate chips</div>
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Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-39374758154418331982012-10-01T12:23:00.001-04:002012-10-01T12:23:13.976-04:00Ahmed Book Planned!<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">
Ok, so about half of the emails, facebook messages, and tweets I receive ask about a book for Ahmed. Originally, the plan was to do the first series on Kenna, Dani, and Paige, followed up by the five Davies brothers. But I think I have fallen in love with Ahmed as much as you all have. His book will be a stand-alone, but still feature all of the same great characters of Keeneston.</div>
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I'm really excited to have more books mapped out at this point. The other three Davies brothers stories are shaping up to be a ton of fun too. Ahmed's story will come after the Bluegrass Brothers series.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The next installment of the Bluegrass Brothers series will be Miles' story.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The anticipated release for this book is January of 2013.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Make sure to check back with this blog, my facebook page, and on twitter for updates on Miles, Pierce, Cy, and Ahmed.</div>
Kathleen Brookshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16001805693081110110noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-89367706810552384802012-09-18T13:31:00.001-04:002012-09-18T13:31:08.279-04:00Bluegrass Brothers Series Update - Miles' BookJust wanted to let my fans know that Miles' book should be available in January 2013. I don't have a title or exact date yet, but I will let you all know as soon as they become available.<br />
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Thank you all so much for making Rising Storm a hit! I can't wait to see what happens next.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-65712752683731740742012-08-31T17:26:00.000-04:002012-08-31T17:26:29.504-04:00USA Today Bestseller List!Rising Storm earned a spot on the <i>USA Today</i> Bestseller List on August 30, 2012! <br />
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I am so proud to see that Keeneston and its quirky residents have made the national spotlight. As a special thank you to all of the readers that helped make this possible, I'm happy to announce a special surprise for the holiday season. Stay tuned to my blog, facebook, and twitter to find out more in the coming months.<br />
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Even the Keeneston Grapevine can't get this secret out just yet! But I think you all will love it.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-78140693685960313072012-08-18T06:54:00.001-04:002012-08-18T06:57:52.023-04:00Kathleen Brooks' Rising Storm is Now AvailableRising Storm is now available for download!<br />
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<em>Katelyn Jacks was used to being front and center as a model. But she never had to confront the Keeneston Grapevine! After retiring from the runway and returning to town to open a new animal clinic, Katelyn found that her life in the public eye was anything but over. While working hard to establish herself as the new veterinarian in town, Katelyn finds her life uprooted by a storm of love, gossip, and a vicious group of criminals.<br /><br />Marshall Davies is the new Sheriff in Keeneston. He is also right at the top of the town’s most eligible bachelor list. His affinity for teasing the hot new veterinarian in town has led to a rush of emotions that he wasn’t ready for. Marshall finds his easy days of breaking up fights at the local PTA meetings are over when he and Katelyn discover that a dog-fighting ring has stormed into their normally idyllic town. As their love struggles to break through, they must battle to save the lives of the dogs and each other.</em></div>
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You can download your copy at one of the online retailers below:<br />
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Apple iBooks - Anticipated release date is Sunday, August 19th<br />
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Kobo - Anticipated release date is Sunday, August 19th<br />
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<a href="http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/215351" target="_blank">Smashwords</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-5933499710202406372012-07-08T20:36:00.000-04:002012-07-08T20:36:12.686-04:00Operation Keeneston Winners Announced!The two grand prize winners of the Operation Keeneston: Kindle/Nook Giveaway are:<br />
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Stephanie Johnson, currently stationed overseas.<br />
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Marcus Burke, currently on his second deployment and is stationed in Afghanistan. <br />
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Congratulations to our two big winners and thank you to all the men and women who serve our country!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-20993268126133615112012-06-30T13:03:00.001-04:002012-07-03T15:58:07.494-04:00Operation Keeneston: Nook/Kindle Giveaway for Active MiliatryThis week the United States of America celebrates our Independence Day on July 4th. As a thank you to the U.S. active duty military for their service I (and all of the characters in Keeneston) want to give them a chance to win a Kindle Touch and a Nook Simple Touch!<br />
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The more you spread the word, the more chances there are to win! With every 50 entries we'll also give away a $25 gift card from either Amazon, Barnes & Noble or iTunes.<br />
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<b><i>Here are the rules: </i></b><br />
*Please active duty military only.<br />
*The name, military address and email of the military member are required. <br />
*I understand that many military members are overseas and can't enter themselves, therefore it is acceptable for family and friends to enter their name for them.<br />
*Please only one entry per military member. Multiple entries will be condensed into one in the case of multiple family or friends entering the same person.<br />
*For every 50 entries we will give away a $25 gift card with a maximum of 10 cards given away.<br />
*No purchase of my books are necessary to enter, but I wouldn't complain :)<br />
*The drawing will take place Sunday, July 8th, at 8:00 PM ET and the winners will be emailed that night and their names posted on my blog and on my facebook page.<br />
*If you send any pictures, you expressly acknowledge and agree to their use by Kathleen Brooks on her blog, website, facebook, twitter or any other media outlet. <br />
*Winners will be notified and all giveaways will be sent directly to the military member unless they specifically request otherwise. <br />
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<b><i>Here's how to enter:</i></b><br />
Send an email to <b>KathleenBrooksContest@gmail.com</b>. In that email give the name, military address and email address of the active duty military member you are entering. <br />
If you want, and they would be appreciated, send a picture of the entrant on duty for me to post on my facebook page and on other media outlets. I will also post a picture of the winner when I announce the results of the drawing.<br />
I will be reading each of the emails, so I'd love to hear how you are doing, where you are , and what you do there.<br />
Thank you for entering and thank you for all your service! <br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8980427219072314449.post-28588301677508430332012-06-22T13:28:00.003-04:002012-06-22T13:34:34.793-04:00Rising Storm AnnouncedWe're fully into summer in Keeneston! The days are long and hot and the sprinklers are on full blast! A perfect night for me is to grill out and have dinner on the deck. I enjoy the sound of the cows behind our house and sip some Rose Sister Special Ice Tea as I read at night.<br />
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Coming in Mid August will be the second book in the Bluegrass Brothers Series, <b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Rising Storm</span></b>. In Rising Storm Marshall discovers love is not always smooth sailing. But, with the help and advice from the whole town of Keeneston, maybe he'll find his happily ever after.<br />
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To get ready for Rising Storm, make sure you read Cade's story in Bluegrass Undercover, now available in all ebook outlets and in paperback.<br />
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For <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/bluegrass-undercover/id517529756?mt=11" target="_blank">Apple</a><br />
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For your <a href="http://ebookstore.sony.com/ebook/kathleen-brooks/bluegrass-undercover/_/R-400000000000000678969" target="_blank">Sony Reader</a><br />
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Happy Reading!<br />
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~Kathleen<br />
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