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OMG I got some very cool news…

Published on April 2, 2008 in Contest, The Bond That Heals Us and Writing. 11 Comments

…and damn if I can’t share the details of it yet! I’m hoping to have everything worked out in the next few weeks (contracts and such), and then I’ll be able to spill it.  But for now you’ll have to suffice with a major

SQUEEEEE!!!

Yes, it’s writing related…no I’m not published with NY yet.

In other news, I’ve officially crossed the 60k mark with my urban paranormal. I’m in the home stretch now and I can’t wait to be done. I’m sending off my submission to the Shomi contest this week if I can. If not, for sure on the weekend.

I also received the final line edits this week for The Bond That Heals Us! Oh man, I can’t wait for this one to come out. It’s only one month away…which means I need to get my promo act in gear. Yes, the long awaited book two in the Eternal Bond series is coming! Tell your friends, neighbours, distant relatives!

Christine will love you for it. :D

Super Friday!

Published on February 29, 2008 in Contest, Promotion and Writing. 4 Comments

This is a fantastic Friday! Why? Because it sees the release of two super fantasic books from two super fantastic EC authors.

Lillian Feisty’s I Love Lacy is out! This is the fourth and final book from our Purple Explosion contest, and I for one can’t wait to get my hands on it. Lillian is an amazing writer, and this sounds awesome!

Today also sees the release of Deep Cover, the very hot and sexy futuristic novel from my Naughty sister Anna J Evans! I’ve been reading excerpts of this book for a while now, and I’m drooling. I’ll be getting them both as soon as I can tonight.

This weekend I plan on working on my books and getting some marketing done. I’ve been on fire this week for word count…though not on my paranormal. Amy and I have been on fire with our story, and I’m going to finish up my chapter and get it back to her tonight. The rest of the weekend I’m devoting to the paranormal, not wanting to lose the momentum that I’ve gained. I might actually finish it in the next month if I can keep this pace up.

Other than that, I don’t really have any other plans. Relax, write, and maybe drink some wine…

What are you up to??

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Last Week of the Purple Invasion!

Published on February 25, 2008 in Contest and Promotion. 5 Comments

That’s right everyone, this is the final week of our Purple Explosion contest! All four jewels are up, hidden of the websites of myself, Lillian Feisty, Red Garnier, and R.G. Alexander!

And this week is doubly exciting because it sees the release of BOTH Wizard’s Thief (Wednesday) and Lillian’s fantastic book I Love Lacy (Friday)!

And if you haven’t picked up Red’s Amatista or R.G.’s Who Wants To Date A Superhero you are missing out on some hot, sexy reading.

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Brand New Week!

Published on February 18, 2008 in Contest and Wizard's Thief. 2 Comments

This is a very exciting week for us because it’s my week for the Purple Explosion!! Wizard’s Thief is coming out next Wednesday and I can’t wait. Despite my insane schedule, I have some fantastic friends who are helping me promote my book.

R.G Alexander has written me a beautiful poem, sung to The Music of the Night (which is one of my favourite musical songs!!). Thanks so much RG for the fantastc poem. :D

Also, now hidden somewhere on my site is my special jewel. You need to find all four (R.G.’s, Red’s, and Lillian’s) to qualify for our special grand prize. Trust me, you don’t want to miss it!

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Purple Explosions! Amatista Releases Today

Published on February 6, 2008 in Contest and Promotion. 5 Comments

Yes everyone the purple explosion has hit the blog world. This month the are many of us who have an Ellora’s Cave Jewel book releasing. Today sees my good friend Red Garnier’s Amathista released! Now, I’ve had the pleasure of reading this book already and let me tell you, I can’t wait to buy it! It’s a hot futuristic with a hero who will melt your computer screens. :D

Here’s the blurb:

For years the Fohers have sought the same treasure—Amatista. Only by finding the mystical river of amethysts will Kavi and his people be safe.

But Kavi doesn’t realize his human captive, Liana, with her lush body and eager responses, is more than just a distraction—she is the key to finding the very treasure he seeks.

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And don’t forget about our contest!!

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Friday February First!

Published on February 1, 2008 in Contest and Wizard's Thief. 4 Comments

I’m feeling silly this morning! I’m very excited because this month sees the release of my next EC book – Wizard’s Thief! This is a hot little number about a thief who tries to steal something from a group of wizards and gets more than she barganed for.

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Wizard’s Thief is part of the February Jewel series release from EC and to celebrate a few of us are running one mega contest!!

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So watch out for those jewels over the next few weeks! And now this begs the question, what books are you looking forward to this month?

And we’re off!!

Published on January 21, 2008 in Contest and Kick In The Pants. 3 Comments

I’m super excited that everyone is going to be joining me for this mid winter boost. I know it’s certainly a motiviation for me to know there will be a bunch of you working hard beside me.

I’m about to sit down now and get my word count done for the day. I’m starting a bit later than normal, but I’m still going to aim for my 1000 words.  I just fixed the final line of chapter 4 (it was really bothering me and I couldn’t move on!) and I’m ready to rock on chapter 5.

But before I get going, I need to pimp a good friend of mine who finalled in the Brava contest!! Eve Powers story Unexepectedly Expecting, is a fantastic read (yes, I’ve been lucky enough to read the whole story and I LOVED it!!). She could really use your votes! You can check out all of the Brava finalists here, and you can vote for your favorite here.  You simply need to be registered on the boards to vote. Simple!!

Horray for Contests!

Published on January 9, 2008 in Contest and TV. 6 Comments

Well so far we haven’t blown away here. The wind has been crazy in my neck of the woods last night and this morning. And to make matters worse, the temperature is going to drop from plus to minus and the rain switch to snow. The roads should be fun today.

On this wild Wednesday I thought I’d pimp a few contests that I’m participating in. If you are a member of my newsletter, you’ll be entered into a draw for this fun t-shirt and a copy of Chasing Phoenix! That’s it! Sign up for here super fun. :D

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The Deliciously Naughty Writers is also running a Valentine contest. All you need to do is pop on over to our site and check out the questions to answer! It’s super easy and the prizes…well they’re uber!!

I have a confession to make as well. I’ve barely done any writing this week. But I’ve gotten all caught up on my TV shows and only have CSI left and I’ll have nothing else to watch. Except American Gladiator…which totally ROCKS!!!

January Contest!

Published on December 29, 2007 in Chasing Phoenix and Contest. 2 Comments

To start the New Year off right, I’m running a contest. One lucky subscriber to my monthly newsletter will win an e-copy of Chasing Phoenix and a Christine d’Abo t-shirt! The winner will be announced in my February edition.

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To join, simply visit my site at http://www.christinedabo.com/newsletter.shtml

Happy New Year!!

Somedays I don’t like my day job

Published on November 28, 2007 in Contest, The Bond That Heals Us, Wizard's Thief and Writing. 7 Comments

Not because I don’t like my day job, but because I really was into this scene this morning and now I have to get ready for work.

*sigh*

I wanted to thank those of you who popped over to The Romance Studio’s blog yesterday to say hi. I really appreciate it. :D

I’ve been continuing to work on Taber’s story as I’ve been getting my edits done on Wizard’s Thief, my February release and on The Bond That Heals Us, which is Sara’s story. Thief is done now and ready to go. I have to say I’m anxious to see what the covers for the Jewel of the Nile series are going to look like. I guess I won’t have to wait too long. I haven’t started my edits on Heals yet, but I should get them out the door this week.

And then there is Taber. Poor boy is currently tied up and is trying to get out of a sticky situation. I guess he’ll have to wait around until lunch hour to find out how much more of a punishment he’s going to have to take. :D

I also wanted to remind everyone that there is still two days left to enter my November newsletter contest. If you sign up by December 1st, you will be automatically entered into a draw to win a passion starter kit and a free e-copy of Sweet and Spicy Spells. All you need to keep you warm on a winter’s night. :) Simply click here and add your name to the list. :)