Winter Contest 2009
Everybody talks about summer reading, but for me, winter is the best season for books. Is there anything better than curling up with a cup of cocoa by the fire and immersing yourself in a novel? Post here in the comments and let me know what book you’re reading right now. I’ll enter you in a drawing to win a $10 gift certificate and a free copy of one of my books.
(Note: By entering the contest, you agree to let Stephanie Draven use your name on this website and her blog if you win. Your email address will never be sold or transferred to any third party. Stephanie might, however, contact you with the very occasional update on her writing and career. At your request, however, you’ll be promptly deleted from her mailing list.)
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December 15th, 2009 at 4:14 pm
Well, this time of year I’m of course re-reading ‘A Christmas Carol’, and I just started ‘The Vesuvius Club’ by Mark Gatiss, mostly out of curiosity since I’ve seen his acting and writing on Doctor Who.
December 15th, 2009 at 4:16 pm
I’m reading Kindred in Death by J.D. Robb.
December 15th, 2009 at 4:18 pm
right now im reading Blood Kin by Maria Lama
December 15th, 2009 at 4:31 pm
Right now I’m reading “Satan Today” an encyclopedia for book research
December 15th, 2009 at 4:32 pm
I’m currently reading Intertwined by Gena Showalter. I definitely agree with you. Winter reading is the best time for me too!
December 15th, 2009 at 4:37 pm
I’m actually reading..Midnight Medusa..by..oh my this is a shocker, by a Ms. Stephanie Draven. It’s a lovely Bites I finally got through.
December 15th, 2009 at 4:38 pm
Lou! I hope you enjoyed it
December 15th, 2009 at 4:40 pm
I’m reading a boring neurology textbook at the moment, but what I -wish- I was reading it The Sharper Your Knife, the Less You Cry by Kathleen Finn. As soon as my exam is done Friday, I can pick that up!
December 15th, 2009 at 4:46 pm
I’m reading Me and My Shadow by Katie McAlister.
Thanks!
December 15th, 2009 at 4:49 pm
Settling down with hot cocoa and a good book is a great distraction from the cold. I’m currently reading The Pit Dragon trilogy by Jane Yolen.
December 15th, 2009 at 6:40 pm
I just started A Touch of Dead by Charlaine Harris.
December 15th, 2009 at 6:42 pm
I am reading Identical. By Ellen Hopkins.
Ok, I just finished and am reading Troy: Fall of Kings by Gemmell now. But I said Identical because you will want to read it. It’s something crazy. Written in a style of a poetry journal, by two identical twins. But it’s not really poetry. It’s just written oddly.
It made me rebel at first, and I wanted to stop reading it… but then I kept reading and the style became as intriguing as the story.
December 15th, 2009 at 7:31 pm
I’m reading The Uncanny by Andrew Klavan. I’ve been looking at it for years and finally picked it up. I’m just so happy to be reading something that isn’t academic.
December 15th, 2009 at 9:12 pm
I’m a multi book reader.
Finished last night: Benighted by Kit Whitfield.
Reading: Tempted by PC Cast, Unleashed by John Levitt and Ariel by Steven R Boyett. I normally have a different book in each room.
And Wool Pets (needle felting book) – working on holiday crafts!
December 15th, 2009 at 9:40 pm
I’m Reading Dark Need By Lynn Viehl
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Happy Holidays
December 15th, 2009 at 10:29 pm
I usually have a bunch of books going, but books I’ve worked on most recently include Firedance by Steve Barnes, Cobra Alliance by Timothy Zahn, and Scarlet and the White Wolf by Kirby Crow.
Angie
December 16th, 2009 at 12:10 pm
The book I’m reading right now is Mark Terence Chapman’s Sunrise Destiny… it’s turning out to be way more and quite a bit different than I expected.. but oh my!
And I’m really looking forward to the release of POISONED KISSES; sounds very interesting!
December 16th, 2009 at 3:54 pm
Trinity by Lauren Dane.
December 16th, 2009 at 3:57 pm
Ah, Chris. I quite like Lauren Dane!
December 16th, 2009 at 6:17 pm
Three Days to Dead by Kelly Meding
December 17th, 2009 at 10:08 am
Right now I’m finishing up Desperate Duchesses by Eloisa James then will go onto Manhunt by Janet Evanovich.
December 18th, 2009 at 12:49 am
Oh my, I’m midst of at least five books. Top of the list is Esther and Jerry Hicks The Vortex, about Law of Attraction. I have read many of their books. The hard parts about those are, that sometimes it is way too difficult to read, because you find yourself struggling with your belief system, and you need to figure out where you stand. At better times it is exhilarating to get an insight after another.
I am excited to learn about you being an author. Will return here most definetly. Have a beautiful holiday season!
December 18th, 2009 at 11:17 am
I am re-reading the Song of Ice and Fire series by George R. R. Martin. By far, my favorite fantasy series.
December 18th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
Hi Stephanie
I am currently reading Linda Wisdom`s HEX series.
Merry Christmas,
RKCharron
December 20th, 2009 at 2:21 am
I’m a multi-booker.
I’m almost through Angels’ Blood by Nalini Singh, but am dreading the ending because I’ve heard how the next book goes and was disappointed, so I’m keeping my “own ending” in my head for now. I’m also reading Personal Demons by Stacia Kane, which I’m loving. Magic to the Bone by Devon Monk – an outstanding novel – I already bought the second book in the series even though I’m not finished with the first! Eve of Darkness by S.J. Day – I like the character, but I am not a fan of women who can’t decide on one guy, so I don’t know if I’ll be able to finish this one.
I’m also reading a book on Positive Confrontation.
And, of course, at any given time I’m reading a book with tons of cat pictures.
December 21st, 2009 at 3:15 pm
I am reading The Heart of Christmas by Mary Balogh/Nicola Cornick/Courtney Milan
December 23rd, 2009 at 3:06 pm
On my lap: Terry Pratchett’s Unseen Academicals. On my iPod: H. Beam Piper’s Space Viking, The Memoirs of Philip Henry Sheridan, and my last NaNoWriMo book (for edit).
December 26th, 2009 at 2:11 am
In the past three days I have completed three Harlequin Intrigues: Physical Evidence, Crime Scene at Cardwell Ranch and Secret Alibi. I am also reading Little Women as my classic and I am excited about Julie Garwood’s new release coming out on the 29th. I am a busy reader.
December 26th, 2009 at 1:57 pm
I’m between a couple of books right now
* The Elegance of the Hedgehog
* The Omnivore’s Dilemma
* Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress
December 27th, 2009 at 2:43 pm
I have just finished Mischief in Mudbug by Jana DeLeon, and am currently reading Unlucky by Jana DeLeon. They are hilarious!! Happy New Year.
December 29th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
I’m reading an older one, Sleeping at the Magnolia by Lisa G. Brown. It’s a drama, with romance and a bit of suspense.
December 30th, 2009 at 2:51 pm
I’m reading To Beguile a Beast by Elizabeth Hoyt.
January 8th, 2010 at 4:12 pm
I am a first-time visitor. I am an avid reader and read a lot of romance books. The one I just stared is Breakfst in Bed by Robin Kaye. Really good so far.
HAPPY NEW YEAR
January 8th, 2010 at 5:05 pm
At the present time I’m reading a mystery by Stieg Larsson called the Girl With The Dragon Tatoo. Just got started but a lady at the bookstore said it gets better…a thriller I was told.
January 20th, 2010 at 2:36 pm
i hope i’m not too late! right now i am reading emma wildes’ lessons from a scarlet lady–loving it!!
January 20th, 2010 at 4:29 pm
You’re not too late, Michelle. I’ll announce the contest winners at the end of January, and then start a new Valentine’s Day contest
January 22nd, 2010 at 11:51 am
Right now I”m reading the 2nd Vicky Nelson book, Blood Trial, having just finished the first in the series. I am enjoying the characters of Vicky, Mike and Henry. Unfortunately, I don’t have any more of these books at present so will have to visit a bookstore soon!
January 28th, 2010 at 4:04 pm
i’m reading Seducing an angel by Mary Balogh. SO far, so good.
February 1st, 2010 at 10:35 am
I’m reading ‘An April to Remember’ by Lauri Robinson.
February 1st, 2010 at 6:21 pm
I’m reading “The Time of My life” by Patrick Swayze and Lisa Niemi.
February 3rd, 2010 at 12:06 am
Currently reading “Night Angel” by Renee Reeves
February 4th, 2010 at 7:22 pm
I aam reading Kindred In Death by j D Robb
February 9th, 2010 at 3:12 pm
Now I am reading two books
Susan Crandall-SLEEP NO MORE
Jayne Ann Krentz-RUNNING HOT
February 9th, 2010 at 3:46 pm
I figure that since it’s STILL SNOWING here, that I can keep running this contest until the end of the Snowpocalypse. Tell your friends!
February 11th, 2010 at 5:53 pm
Reading a lot this time. Still snowing here! reading now! dark crusade- lori devoti
February 12th, 2010 at 3:00 pm
Good Grief It’s snowing here in Birmingham Al!!!! So I realy am sitting on my couch reading Lover Unbound By J.R. Ward and loving it! Love to have the gift C. I just got a KINDLE 2 for my Birthday!!!!! Bernie
February 18th, 2010 at 10:09 am
I am currently reading Greywalker by Kat Richardson
February 18th, 2010 at 10:35 pm
I am reading a couple of books – Evermore by Alyson Noel, Eggs in Purgatory by Laura Childs and Before I Fall by Lauren Oliver. I just finished Dear John by Nicholas Sparks today.
February 19th, 2010 at 8:33 pm
I’m reading Truly, Madly by Heather Webber
February 21st, 2010 at 8:59 pm
I’m reading Dark Desires After Dusk by Kresley Cole.
February 26th, 2010 at 8:07 pm
I’m reading THE ELUSIVE BRIDE by Laurens.
March 7th, 2010 at 7:57 pm
And the winner is Donna Holmberg! Thanks for participating, everybody!
March 8th, 2010 at 6:27 pm
I’m SOOOO Excited… I won! WOO HOO… and just in time, too because I’m done with Night Angel and ready for a new book to read now.