This is the giveaway/prize promotion page for all the prizes being given away for readathon participants. We have several amazing book prizes donated by some very generous authors, and myself! At the end of this post, you will find details regarding how the prizes will be awarded at the conclusion of the readathon. You will also find the form to fill out if you're interested in winning a prize.
Note: The fine authors who so generously donated books would greatly appreciate a review, if you win, on your blog and/or on Goodreads and Amazon. Thank you!
WINNER - MALLORY
The City Murders series by John Dalglish (One signed paperback copy-reader's choice-choose from Boston, Miami, Chicago, Dallas or Denver -U.S. only)
"EVERY TIME I THOUGHT I HAD IT FIGURED OUT, A NEW TWIST WOULD COME" - CC
"IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I'VE READ IN A LONGTIME." - EP
WINNER - KATHERINE
Call to Juno: A Tale of Ancient Rome by Elisabeth Storrs (One audio book - International)
"An elegant, impeccably researched exploration of early Rome and their lesser known enemies, the Etruscans. The torments of war, love, family, and faith are explored by narrators on both sides of the conflict as their cities rush toward a shattering, heart-wrenching show-down. Elisabeth Storrs weaves a wonderful tale!" ~Kate Quinn, author of The Empress of Rome Saga
Four unforgettable characters are tested during a war between Rome and Etruscan Veii.
Caecilia has long been torn between her birthplace of Rome and her adopted city of Veii. Yet faced with mounting danger to her husband, children, and Etruscan freedoms, will her call to destroy Rome succeed?
Pinna has clawed her way from prostitute to the concubine of the Roman general Camillus. Deeply in love, can she exert her own power to survive the threat of exposure by those who know her sordid past?
Semni, a servant, seeks forgiveness for a past betrayal. Will she redeem herself so she can marry the man she loves?
Marcus, a Roman tribune, is tormented by unrequited love for another soldier. Can he find strength to choose between his cousin Caecilia and his fidelity to Rome?
Who will overcome the treachery of mortals and gods?
Elisabeth Storrs has long had a passion for the history, myths and legends of the ancient world. She graduated from University of Sydney in Arts Law, having studied Classics. Elisabeth lives with her husband and two sons in Sydney, Australia, and over the years has worked as a solicitor, corporate lawyer and corporate governance consultant. She is one of the founders of the
Historical Novel Society Australasia, and a former Deputy Chair of the NSW Writers' Centre.
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Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/26801822-call-to-juno
Amazon:
www.amazon.com/Call-Juno-Tale-Ancient-Rome-ebook/dp/B015C8VCF6
“Call to Juno is a stirring saga of war, sacrifice and transcendent love.’ ~M Louisa Locke, author of The Victorian San Francisco Mystery series
“Elisabeth Storrs brings Ancient Rome vividly to life; her skill as a writer is equivalent to a time machine – we are there amid the history and the drama, immersed so deep that in calling to Juno we expect her to answer back…” ~Helen Hollick, author of The Sea Witch Voyages
“With plenty of action and characters you can really root for, Call to Juno is a perfect, wholly satisfying conclusion to Elisabeth Storrs' trilogy. Tales of Ancient Rome is one of the best ancient-historical series I've read in years.” ~Libbie Hawker, author of Daughter of Sand and Stone
“In Call to Juno Elisabeth Storrs tells a vivid story of love and war, honour and revenge set in Ancient Rome. Using a skillful blend of history and drama, and full of characters both heroic and human, Storrs transports readers to that long ago world. Highly recommended.” ~M.K. Tod author of Lies Told in Silence
“Not much is known about the ancient Etruscans but A Tale of Ancient Rome is a vivid and fascinating evocation of their fight for survival against the might of Rome. This is a tale of great love and great hatred, of treachery, courage and honour, told in loving detail by a knowledgeable and practised story-teller.” ~Felicity Pulman, author of The Janna Chronicles
“God cults, the different faces of love and the cruelty of war are among the themes in Elisabeth Storrs’ third powerful novel on the rivalry between the Romans and the Etruscans. A well-researched novel that builds to a memorable and terrifying end.” ~Isolde Martyn, author of The Golden Widows
“Call to Juno is a book for long, delicious savoring.” Judith Starkston, author of Hand of Fire
Buy links:
Digital – my Amazon page
https://www.amazon.com/Elisabeth-Storrs/e/B005NVUWZ4/
Print
The Wedding Shroud:
http://www.elisabethstorrs.com/buy-books/the-wedding-shroud.html
The Golden Dice:
http://www.elisabethstorrs.com/buy-books/the-golden-dice.html Call to Juno:
http://www.elisabethstorrs.com/buy-books/call-to-juno.html
WINNER - ZIXUAN
The Comfort of Secrets by Christine Nolfi (One print copy-US/Canada OR Kindle version-International)
Cat Mendoza needs a win. After a business failure and years of dating the wrong men, she’s ready to turn things around.
First she must convince the residents of Sweet Lake, Ohio, that she’s taking her responsibilities seriously. As the events director of the newly restored Wayfair Inn, she has the support of her best friends, Linnie and Jada. But everyone else—including her overprotective mother and the well-meaning Sweet Lake Sirens—can’t help but chime in with advice about her plans, her apparently too-tight clothes, and her undeniable attraction to Ryan D’Angelo, the charming ad exec hired to promote the inn.
Cat knows she should keep Ryan at a distance, but she’s drawn closer by the heartbreak he tries to hide. Will uncovering his secrets derail the new life Cat hopes to achieve…or will she gain something to cherish forever?
Award-winning author Christine Nolfi provides readers with heartwarming and inspiring fiction. Her debut Treasure Me is a Next Generation Indie Awards finalist. The Midwest Book Review lists the books in the Liberty Series as “highly recommended” and her novels have enjoyed bestseller status. Look for Sweet Lake and The Comfort of Secrets, her new series with Lake Union Publishing. Join her mailing list at
www.christinenolfi.com and chat with her on Twitter at
@christinenolfi.
WINNERS - LISA V, RACHEL, LAURA
Animal Sanctuary by Coral Russell ( 1 2 3 eBook copies-any format-International)
All ideas have consequences.
Have you longed for a place where every fantasy is catered to and fulfilled? Then welcome to paradise! Ismeta is an exclusive playground but only for those who can afford it.
Ismeta was built by desperate people from all over the world looking for work. Looking for a way to support their families back home. Looking for a way to get ahead.
When two sisters jeopardize the illusion created about Ismeta they are banished to the Animal Sanctuary. There the sisters must decide whether survival is more important than changing the world.
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Christmas books by Beth Barany!
WINNER - VONNIE
A Christmas Fling (A Christmas Elf Romance) (Touchstone #2) (One eBook copy gifted via BookFunnel- International)
A new story of romance and adventure by award-winning author, Beth Barany.
What if falling in love put the life you cherished in jeopardy?
Dahlia, a Santa’s Elf, has 21 days left before Christmas to create the best toy in the world without using magic or revealing her true identity. Stuck on how to complete the prototype, and working as a temp in San Francisco’s financial district with no time for love, will her innocent Christmas fling get her unstuck, or will she turn her back on her beloved career for her heart?
Liam, an up-and-coming financial analyst, swore off women after getting dumped by the love of his life. He just found out his ex is going to the company Christmas party with his rival Michael Hendricks. Up for promotion against Hendricks, Liam has to win the favor of his boss. His best bet is to invite the vivacious secretary Dahlia to the party. Will Dahlia be a welcome distraction, or will she turn his life upside down?
What if you risked losing your baking legacy by cooking up a love truly special?
Florian MacMillian needs a final job to complete his baking resume—preferably a job where he’s unlikely to blow things up with his unruly magic—before returning to the North Pole and taking his rightful place as Master Baker to all the elves.
Kate Delore desperately needs help in her fast-growing cupcake business. Florian is a perfect fit, so she brings him on as baker. For a short time, Florian is happily up to his elbows in batter, and Kate’s business is booming.
But when things heat up between them, Florian wonders if he should risk his legacy to cook up something truly special.
WINNER - FRANCES
About the author
Beth Barany, Award-winning Author
YA Fantasy & Contemporary Fantasy Romance
"Magical Tales of Romance and Adventure to Worlds Where Anything is Possible."
Love amid the Pride and Prejudices of growing up on different sides of a small town
The literary love duology SAVING TOBY and KEEPING CLAUDIA follows the moving journey of a damaged young man and his love for a girl who might just save him.
Saving Toby (Book 1)
Loving someone through their hard fall from grace takes a lot of grit.
In school, Toby Faye was a moody kid who sat in the back of class and looked like he wanted to be anywhere but there. Claudia might have forgotten him if it weren't for the two fatal circumstances surrounding his family. In their small town, the Faye name was infamous.
An unexpected job offer drops Claudia back into Toby's life, and that of his widowed mother. Claudia will be forced to face situations she never imagined. She will have to be tougher than she's ever had to be.
Does Claudia have the grit to love Toby through his fall?
Keeping Claudia (Book 2)
Falling in love is easy. Staying in love is hard.
Everything about Toby contradicts the traditions and values of Claudia's upbringing, but she's ready to take a chance on love. With Claudia’s help, Toby has put the past behind him. But one last secret hides in the dark corner of his past. The one that could undermine it all.
Can Claudia love him unconditionally … or will the truth cost Toby what he wants most?
Keeping Claudia is the emotional finale to the love story that began in Saving Toby, an unforgettable journey of a couple who discover the only way to love someone is with an open heart.
Award-winning author Suzanne McKenna Link brings you a powerful and moving 2-book love story set on the South Shore of Long Island. Saving Toby and Keeping Claudia follows the emotional and inspirational tale of a young couple's journey to find themselves.
*Contains strong language and explicit scenes. Ages 18+ recommended.
•Great for Colleen Hoover and Tammara Webber fans
Praise for Saving Toby & Keeping Claudia
“Characters grab your heart” – Michelle C
“… an absolutely beautiful book” – Ileana
"I loved every single second of this book!" – Cassie C
*Saving Toby Awarded a Night Owl Review "Top Pick"
Amazon:
http://amzn.to/2uiJQqj
Suzanne McKenna Link studied psychology, along with writing, in college and became fascinated by the how and why of people's actions. As a result, the native Long Islander’s characters come to life on the pages. Suzanne writes the kind of stories she enjoys reading: ones that portray realistically written characters whose stories pull you to dark emotional depths, but also uplift and inspire you. (*Bonus points for characters who are sarcastically and delightfully humorous!) She especially enjoys dramatic love stories like The Bronze Horseman and The Way We Were.
Author website:
https://www.suzannemckennalink.com
Author on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/SuzanneMckennaLink
On Twitter: https://twitter.com/SuzMcKLink
Author on Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7257132.Suzanne_McKenna_Link
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PRIZES FROM YOUR HOST
WINNER - LENI
Prize One (One winner)
I will make a $15 donation to the winner's choice of a human rights organization, such as the ACLU, Boys and Girls Club, Human Rights Campaign, GLAAD, Amnesty International, It Gets Better, Planned Parenthood, or another human rights organization of your choice, perhaps your local chapter or a local organization. This giveaway is open internationally.
WINNER - ELYSE
Prize Two (One winner)
Winner's choice of any book title from the
bargain books (these are generally used books) section of
Better World Books. They ship internationally. (priced at $3.98 or less).
Giveaway Details
This is a readathon participant only giveaway. To be eligible, you must have signed up, participated and added a link to the official readathon wrap-up post (I will give everyone until Wednesday, August 2nd at 11:59 pm CDT to complete their wrap-ups)
AND filled out the Google form below to show your interest in winning. We have a total of
13 prizes. This means there will be
13 winners. I will award prizes on a
first come, first served basis. I will draw the 13 winners with random.org and email all 13 at the same time. The first person who emails me back with their choice gets that prize. I will mark off the prizes as they are taken. In the event that we end up with left over prizes, you will have a chance to win a second (and perhaps third) prize. All eBook prizes will be sent to winner via email (or you will be given a coupon code) so please specify what format you require in your email. Winners will be chosen after the wrap-up post deadline (see above).
Good luck!
