Mimi Barbour

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“LOST” – by R.S. Guthrie

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I am featuring R.S. Guthrie on my blog today because he has recently released his new book called Lost. If it’s as good as his last book, we’re in for a treat!

Who couldn’t use a new Kindle Fire, particularly if it were FREE?

I have recently released L O S T, the second book in my Clan of MacAulay series and decided it would be in the holiday spirit to give away a brand new Fire. All a person has to do in order to be entered in the drawing is purchase either one of my books (Black Beast or L O S T) and email me a copy of the receipt here.
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Black Beast is current at 99 cents and L O S T will be premiering at 99 cents as well, at least through the first month of the New Year!
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I’ve had to move the release date for L O S T out to New Year’s Day (release no book before its time)—so to give readers time to buy the new one and have a chance at the Kindle, the drawing will be held on Sunday, January 29th at 3 PM MST!
The big question from people has been:

If I purchase both books, do I get two entries in the drawing?
YES! Absolutely. Just send both receipts, and you’ve got two chances! (Those who purchased Black Beast during the Black Friday promo already have two chances  in the drawing—and those Black Friday participants who also purchase L O S T and send that receipt will have a THIRD!)
Oh, and to lessen the risk of unscrupulous entries, you must also answer the following question (which can only be answered by reading the beginning of Chapter 4, second sentence—don’t worry, no spoilers):
What is the last name of Detective Bobby Mac’s wife, Isabel?
(Read Terms and Conditions for giveaway here.)


L O S T

L O S T is the sequel to Black Beast, the 5-Star debut novel in the Clan of MacAulay series, and is set to release digitally on January 1st, 2012.

Denver Detective Bobby Mac returns in this intense horror/thriller, set in the northern panhandle wilderness of Idaho. After receiving a phone call from his brother, the Chief of Police in Rocky Gap, Idaho, Bobby Mac travels north to assist in the investigation surrounding two gruesome murders and the abduction of an eleven year-old girl.

These two seasoned cops—estranged brothers reunited—will bring all of their experience to bear in a case that threatens not only the safety of a small town, but also the sacred lineage of a family of heroes.

Black Beast — The original!

Black Beast is the first in a series of Clan of MacAulay novels featuring Denver Detective Bobby Macaulay. Bobby Mac has faced down a truckload of tragedy over recent years. The death of his partner; the loss of his own leg in the line of duty; the companionship of his beloved wife to cancer; his faith in God to his inner demons.

After the man who ruined his leg and killed his first partner is executed, Macaulay becomes the lead detective investigating the Sloan’s Lake murders. The method of killing in this double-homicide is so heinous it leads Macaulay and his partner down an ever-darkening path–one that must be traversed if they are to discover the evil forces behind the slaughter.

Just when Bobby Mac is questioning the very career that has been his salvation, he will discover a heroic history buried within his own family roots: The Clan MacAulay–a deep family lineage of protectors at the very core of a millenniums-long war against unimaginable evil.

“Kudos to R.S. Guthrie!! I started reading Black Beast and from the first chapter
I couldn’t wait to find out where the story would lead — a real pager-turner full of
suspense and intrigue.”

Becky Illson-Skinner, Mystery Writers Unite

“R.S. Guthrie is a marvelous storyteller…The development of his characters is awesome.
You feel you’ve known ‘Bobby Mac’ all your life.”

Kathleen Hagburg, co-author of Getting Into the Zone,
a Course and Workbook For The Mental Game.

“[Black Beast] establishes Guthrie as a bona fide talent.”

Beth Elisa Harris, author of the literary blockbuster Vision.

Will this be the New Year I’m praying for?

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I’ve just been informed that Together for Christmas has been chosen as one of TBR’s books of the month…
…so therefore, I need votes please.
It’s just a click away…
http://thetbrpile.weebly.com/

Together for Christmas…
…is the holiday book you’ll want to read this season.
It’ll make you laugh and cry, and at the end, it’ll make you sigh!!
I’ve just gotten a wonderful 5 star review from TBR – Goodreads
and would be proud for you to read it.
Another great review from Sizzling Hot Reviews
Night Owl Choice

 Excerpt:

      Maybe it was the eagerness in her voice, or maybe just her words, but whatever she said made him smile. Up till then, he’d seemed like a stranger looking back at her. Then his smile changed everything. Unfortunately, it didn’t last too long. But she’d seen enough and decided right away that he had a dear face. Not what one would call handsome, more like interesting. She’d bet that his full head of messy hair cut short and worn close to his head normally didn’t look so scruffy. That wouldn’t be his style at all.

      His piercing green eyes didn’t have the same sparkle as his mother’s. They were ruthless and compelling, slightly haughty and intense, and the shrewdest stare she’d ever come across. She felt as if he were trying to find her inside of him by staring into his own eyes.

     “Can you see me?” She teased.

     “I do believe I can. I went slightly crossed-eyed for a moment, and I have no doubt that was you sneaking a peek.”  When he grinned, dimples appeared on both sides of his mouth and created a whole different impression. This man devastated with his attractiveness, his charisma.  

     Unequivocally, Abbie knew at that moment, not only had her spirit joined with his, but also her heart now faced a challenge. She’d never believed in love at first sight, more fool her. She shut down her corridor to him and curled up into a small ball lodged inside his body. This needed a great deal of thought. She had to talk herself out of this nonsense, and quickly.

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2012 – A new Year!

Will this be the New Year I’m praying for? The one where a lot of people find out about my books and want to read them. The year where my sales hit the double and triple digits each day so that I feel that my dreams have finally come true.

Unlike many people, I’ve been blessed, because I love the work I do. Dreaming up new plots, building my characters from vague, unknown individuals to people I learn to laugh with – and adore. Creating conflicts where those same individuals have to screw up a little like we all do in real life ,and then learn from their mistakes…like we all do in real life!!

So with this thought in mind, I’m praying for this year to be the one. The one that when friends ask me, “when did your career actually take off?” I can say. Oh it was in 2012. My favorite year! I remember it well!

And as much as I hope this for myself, I also have the same wish for each and every one of you. That this will be the year you’ve all been praying for.

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For this New Years Giveaway Blog Hop (see side panel) I will be happy to present the lucky winner with a $15 Wild Rose Press Gift certificate. All you need to leave a comment and your e-mail address.
http://iamareadernotawriter.blogspot.com/2011/11/happy-new-year-2012-giveaway-hop-sign.html
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Got great news just now! Seems my New Year’s prayer is starting a bit early. My Cheeky Angel  just got a fabulous review so I thought I’d add it here for you all to read in case you’re looking for a wonderful $.99 read.
(see book cover on left side – just click on cover to get to the Amazon page )

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There’s a wonderful contest on at http://shannonmayer.blogspot.com where you have a choice of book covers ( My cheeky Angel included) and the first prize is $150 for a gift certificate for Amazon if you choose a cover and leave a comment. There’s other ways to earn points to have a better chance to win so read Shannon’s blurb and good luck!

*Happy*New*Year!!

5-star books

The Wild Rose Press – My favorite place to buy romance!

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I’ve just been informed that Together for Christmas has been chosen as one of TBR’s books of the month…

…so therefore, I need your vote.
It’s just a click away…
http://thetbrpile.weebly.com/
Together for Christmas…
…is the holiday book you’ll want to read this season.
It’ll make you laugh and cry, and at the end, it’ll make you sigh!!
I’ve just gotten a wonderful 5 star review from TBR – Goodreads
and would be proud for you to read it.

Another great review from Sizzling Hot Reviews












Night Owl Choice

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Available at Barnes and Noble
Available at Wild Rose Press

     Today I wanted to blog about the publisher who gave me my first chance to see my name on a book cover.  The Wild Rose Press – (where Romance blooms) is a wonderful romance site of both e-published and paperback romances. They call their website the garden and you’ll see why if you take some time to wander around. They have hundreds of authors writing for many different genres.  

     Personally, I can vouch for the wonderful treatment I received when I first started sending my manuscripts to them for The Vicarage Bench Series. My editor was a sweetheart who led me through the processes and taught me so much along the journey.  Therefore if you are an author looking for a safe place to send your work, or a reader who loves romance and wants the assurance that the books you buy are well edited and professionally produced, then this is the publisher for you.

In fact, I believe in these wonderful book so much that I’ve offered a $100 Wild Rose gift certificate in the Night Owl contest ( see the link above) as my personal prize offering.

     The Wild Rose Press has everything you could possibly want – Free Reads, YA, Contemporary, Historical, Suspense, Paranormal, Erotic Romance, Holiday Titles, Time Travel, Multicultural, Books in Series, Novellas, and Short Stories – so please come and check out our garden.

In May, 2006 – The Wild Rose Press opened its doors and the website, soon to be called “the garden”, went live. With the power of the internet, within days romance writers literally all over the world were beginning to talk about another new publisher that opened its doors. Along with the talk of another new publisher, was the inevitable talk of how long they would last. Still, some authors were willing to take a chance on us and sent in their manuscript. They were pleasantly surprised to find that this publisher was different. The Wild Rose Press had a mission to make publishing a more open and friendly business. TWRP believed that a truly successful book was born of the teamwork among author, editor and publisher. Soon, the term “growing” writers was being associated with this different type of publisher.
Five years later, with over 1200 titles and a stable of solid quality authors, TWRP holds firm to its mission of growing writers and being a “kinder gentler publisher”. Rejection letters, although a necessary part of any author’s world are warm and encouraging. The purpose of our rejection letters aren’t to discourage a budding writer but rather to help them find the clues to unlocking the mystery that takes a manuscript from rejection to publication.
The Wild Rose Press short stories and full length novels can be downloaded to your computer, or any other portable reading device. Visit our FAQ section to find the best format for your reader. Our full length books are also available in print format and can be purchased from our website.
 Whether you write short stories or full length novels; whether you write sweet and sassy or hot and spicy – there’s a place for you here in the garden. Why don’t you stay and visit for a while. Bask in the warmth of our words while you wander around our website and see where you best fit. When you feel you’re ready to submit, review our guidelines and send your work in. Then sit back, take a deep breath and remember it’s not the destination but the journey and writing is the most magical journey of all.
Keep blooming and growing and thank you for stopping by our garden.
Owners – Rhonda and RJ

Anyone who leaves a comment along with their e-mail adress can be chosen to win a free copy of Together for Christmas

Hugs Mimi

There’s a wonderful contest on at http://shannonmayer.blogspot.com where you have a choice of book covers ( My cheeky Angel included) and the first prize is $150 for a gift certificate for Amazon if you choose a cover and leave a comment. There’s other ways to earn points to have a better chance to win so read Shannon’s blurb and good luck!
Mimi

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