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Blogger Interview: Vampy’s Ramblings

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1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?

Hmm… I don’t know of any that have bugged me yet.

2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:

The Silver Kiss by Annette Curtis Klaus.

3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?

Every book that has the girl running away from the man she loves because she heard something that upset her. Whatever happened to talking the problem out?

4. Do you have a favorite place to read?

I prefer to read in my bed because it is the closest place to a plug should I need to charge my kindle.

5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:

It happened on accident, to be honest. I started a page to talk about my opinion on current world problems and while trolling around the internet I found a lovely woman named Jez Strider, who sold her books on amazon for only $2.99. After reading it (and LOVING it) I started talking to her and realized my passion laid more in books, not crappy news articles. She helped to sort of guide me as I transformed my page into a book blog, learned how to leave a review, and discovered more authors.

6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without?

That is a toss up between my phone and my kindle.

7. And finally a quick round of pick one:

Coffee or Tea: Pepsi 😉

Sweet or Salty: Salty

Chocolate or Vanilla: Vanilla

Hot or Cold: Hot

Laptop or PC: Laptop

Paperback or Ebook: Ebook

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Blogger Interview: Kate Tilton

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1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?

Hm, I’m not sure if we would consider this a trope but I’d love to see less of “I’m a teenage and I know everything so I’m going to do what I want and ignore what everyone else tells me.” When I was a teen listening to those that care about me (my parents, family, close friends) was often a good thing. There is something to be said for years of learning. When everyone tells you going out alone on a mission to save the kingdom alone is doomed to fail, you know they just might be right and maybe some training and team building is in order first.

2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:

VICIOUS by V.E. Schwab. Normally I don’t reread books, but I will reread VICIOUS for the pure joy of listening to how perfectly crafted the sentences in this book are, how excellent the word choices. If you have not read VICIOUS yet, you need to.

3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?

Lucas by Kevin Brooks! I’d change the ending, but in doing so the book probably wouldn’t stick with me as it has all these years. So maybe I’ll leave it as it is.

4. Do you have a favorite place to read?

Curled up on a chair/couch with a blanket, cat(s), and a cup of tea.

5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:

I started my blog years ago with just a few journal type notes. Then in 2010 when I started working for my first author I started attending all these author events. I met so many book bloggers at these events I decided it was time to bring back the blog. Now I wouldn’t call myself a book blogger per say as I write about publishing and social media as well. The goal of my website: Connecting Authors & Readers.

6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without?

Besides the basics needed for life: stories. I am nothing without the access to stories. Movies, games, books, conversations, plays, productions. I will take stories in any way, shape, or form I can get them in.

7. And finally a quick round of pick one:

Coffee or Tea: TEA!

Sweet or Salty: Sweet

Chocolate or Vanilla: Vanilla

Hot or Cold: Hot

Laptop or PC: Lapton

Paperback or Ebook: Hardcover 😉

Bio:

Kate Tilton has been in love with books for as long as she can remember. A relatively new voice in publishing, Kate has been serving authors behind the scenes since 2010. Founder of Kate Tilton’s Author Services, LLC, Kate works as an author assistant and social media manager with the mission of connecting authors and readers. Kate is the creator and host of #K8chat (Thursdays at 9pm Eastern), a contributor to BadRedhead Media, and has appeared on popular media such as Publishers Weekly, The Book Designer, Kobo Writing Life and Rafflecopter. A cat-lover and fan of many geeky things, Kate can likely be found curled up with the latest Doctor Who episode, plotting world takeover, or connecting authors and readers in any way she can.

“My goal for the longest time has been to help authors. Make their life better because they make my life better. You are my rockstars.”

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Blogger Interview: Bex n’ Books.

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1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?
Language related would be the overuse of similes, and metaphors that are just plain odd and have no logical connection. There’s nothing like evoking a weird-arse picture in my head to turn me off. Cliche related would have to be insta-love. I do think characters should work for it. Likewise, repetitive inclusion of misunderstanding in a romance novel can be infuriating. It has the power to turn me off as opposed to continue turning the pages.
2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:
Always with the one! Dang it.  Probably Dead Witch Walking by Kim Harrison
3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?
The only book which springs to mind is Belle Aurora’s RAW; however, if I am honest, I don’t even want to change that. I think Belle ended it perfectly. Don’t get me wrong, I love a HEA as much as the next hardcore romance reader, yet sometimes, the ‘bad boy’ is so far removed from real life that the feminist in me worries about the message it’s sending to impressionable young women. Sometimes, a ‘bad boy’ needs to be bad. They can’t always be changed and sometimes, they don’t even want to. Having a reality hit every now and then is something which can be challenging, but can be created with such spectacular finesse that it can blow our minds.
4. Do you have a favorite place to read?
I chase the quiet in my home, so anywhere that has a lockable door is great!
5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:
I discovered the indie publishing world a few years back after purchasing my first Kindle. It led me to discovering amazing and truly gifted authors with a staggering amount of talent. It was after falling in love Stephanie Rowe’s Order Of The Blade series–and wanting to scream and shout about how much I loved it–that Bex ‘n’ Books was born.
6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without?
No, I won’t be pedantic and say air or anything like that. My beautiful boy is a given. Yet, let’s be materialistic for a moment, I would say Facebook. Gasp-horror, I know. The community is so fabulous. It’s allowed me to reach out and meet some amazing people, several of whom have become such amazing friends. Likewise, it has provided me with the opportunity to expand my editing business too. Facebook has made so much possible.
7. And finally a quick round of pick one:
Coffee or Tea: Coffee
Sweet or Salty: Sweet
Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate
Hot or Cold: Cold
Laptop or PC: Laptop
Paperback or Ebook: Ebook

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Blogger Interview: Gwyneiira’s Book Blog

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1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?

[C] I’m open to almost everything, though I’m wary of the whole insta-love, fairy-tale romances. Some authors are able to make it work and I’ve read some amazing ones, but half the time, it ends up being an unbelievable romance.

[J] There isn’t really anything that I think authors should stay away from. I’ve found that as long as the author has a good story, any idea can work. I’ve even enjoyed some darker romances because the author was able to craft the story in such a way that was tasteful, clever and spell-binding.

2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:

[C] Damn…This is hard…There are quite a number of books that I will re-read over and over and over…I’ll go with Cara Dee’s Look But Don’t Touch. It’s a kink book, dd/lg, and the sexy factor is off the charts! That book pushes all the right buttons for me. So far, I’ve read it 4 times now.

[J] I’m so indecisive and hate choosing but I think I’ll go with a tie between The Reasonable Doubt series by Whitney Gracia Williams and The Jared Effect by Jake Malden. Both are hot and fantastic books!

3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?

[C] Definitely Shayne McClendon’s Yes To Everything. I would change the ending of the character Rex Black, though that would affect how the entire book play out, because he is my top favourite book boyfriend ever and I love him to pieces ❤ I won’t spoil the book, you’ll need to feel it for yourself but be prepared for a roller-coaster of emotions. Believe me, I cried for an hour and then some in between reading. It’s hella amazing!

[J] Interesting question… I would have to say Penumbra by Logan Patricks. And the part would be where Lincoln is taken hostage because he is so adorable and hot. Plus, there is so much suspense in the books I just want to protect Lincoln from that! 😀 lol.

4. Do you have a favorite place to read?

[C] Currently, my favourite place to read is in my bed. I’m planning on getting a sofa in my room and create my own little reading nook though.

[J] I read just about everywhere, except outside. But my usual place is in the living room while watching T.V. I multi-task 😉

5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:

[C] I wanted to have a place where I can talk about the books and share my love for books. None of my friends have similar reading tastes with me and that can get a little lonely. Most of the time, they look at me like I’m crazy when I rave about my favourite books. I’m proud of my blog, it’s kinda like my baby.

[J] It sort of just happened. I follow a lot of blogs, which included Gwyneiira’s Book Blog. Then one day, Cheryl was asking for some help with the blog. I was inexperienced and asked what that would involve. Then one thing led to another and she accepted me with open arms and has been incredibly patient. Blogging is great because it is a wonderful way to promote indie authors and introduce other people to the wonders of books.

6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without?

[C] I can’t live without my phone. All of my ebooks are on my phone, without it, I am doomed.

[J] The internet. I was cut off for like half an hour and it felt like someone cut my arm off! lol 😉

 7. And finally a quick round of pick one:

Chocolate or Vanilla: [J] Vanilla

Paperback or Ebook: [C] Paperbacks for sure, but ebooks only because shipping rates are horrendous

About Gwyneiira’s Book Blog

Founded at the start of 2014 out of the love of all things romance, Gwyneiira’s Book Blog is run by Cheryl (founder) and Jessie (co-blogger). Gwyneiira, broken up into “Gwyn” and “Eira”, means snow white or as white as snow in Welsh. Gwyneiira specializes in promoting and reading all things NA, Adult, M/M, Erotic, BDSM and Romance. We love our alpha males and steam. Be warned that our page is filled with a whole lot of sexy.

Gwyneiira is open to review requests, promos, spotlights, author takeovers, interviews, giveaways and much more! Just drop us a note, either via the blog through one of our forms or via email, and we will get back to you as soon as we can! We love indie authors and their books, and we strive to do our best to spread the love.

On a side note, Cheryl also provides editing services at an affordable basic rate of $0.50 per 100 words with a sample edit included.

Email: gwyneiirabookblog@gmail.com

Blog: https://gwyneiirabookblog.weebly.com

Fb: https://www.facebook.com/gwyneiirabookblog

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/gwyneiira

Goodreads:

[C] https://www.goodreads.com/gwyneiira

[J] https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/8268386-jess

 

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Blogger Interview: Archaeolibrarian Book Blog

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DEBBIE:
1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?
zombies. I cannot abide zombie books!
 
2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:
I’m not a re-reader. I cant see the point, The only book I’ve ever read more than twice is Stephen King, The Green Mile.  I originally read it as it was published, in parts, way back in 1998. current stand is four times 😛

3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?
OMG really?? have you seen how many books i read! I cant answer that, i really cant x if i start re-plotting books, I’ll never get anything done!

4. Do you have a favorite place to read?
Stretched out on the sofa, or just before sleep in bed. of course, sleep doesn’t necessarily follow, if its a good book!

5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:
I sorta fell into it. Merissa started a page and blog, then buggered off on holiday and made me admin! I began sharing my reviews, and then the rest followed. Its all Merissa’s fault, I tell ya!

6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without?
In my book life, the kindle. in my personal life, my girlies, and in other stuff, my sewing machine 🙂

7. And finally a quick round of pick one:

Coffee or Tea: tea
Sweet or Salty: sweet
Chocolate or Vanilla: chocolate, but real chocolate. nothing chocolate flavour, like cake or ice cream *shudders at the thought!*
Hot or Cold: cold
Laptop or PC: pc
Paperback or Ebook: ebook

MERISSA:

1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?

Definitely zombies. I haven’t read a single one and have only ever seen one film that I liked which was Warm Bodies. Zombie and love triangles – can’t be doing with them.

2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:

I can’t give you one book but I can give you one series which is the series that first started my love of fantasy many moons ago. The Dragons of Pern by Anne McCaffrey. I can’t remember how many times I’ve re-read this series and I’ve even had to replace books that have become too worn. And every time I re-read certain ones within the series, I still end up sobbing! http://pernhome.com/aim/

3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?

I’ve thought really hard about this one but I just can’t answer it! I read too many books to pinpoint that. I’m also a bit of a book slut and fall in love with the ‘hero’ or even the anti-hero of whichever current book that I’m reading.

4. Do you have a favorite place to read?

On the couch, once my girls are in bed. Usually with a drink and some nibbles to keep me going.

5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:

I suddenly realised one day that I was reviewing pretty much every book that I was reading but they were all over the place so I started mainly to keep them in one place. If you look back through my posts you will see loads of “Archive Reviews” which I’m still adding to which go back to 2012. My goal is to have every book reviewed on the blog by some point. And then I realised how much fun the cover reveals and blog tours were and started doing them too. It’s given me a real insight into the ‘author’s world’.

6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without?

Depends what area we’re talking about. I can’t imagine my life without my family and wouldn’t want to be without them. Saying that though, 4 years ago we packed everything up, put most of it in storage in the UK and moved over to Germany with the bare essentials. It’s amazing how much you can do without when you have to. And the thing I found that I couldn’t cope without was my books! I had my family, I had a roof over my head and food on the table but I was getting really grumpy with nothing to read.

7. And finally a quick round of pick one:

Coffee or Tea: Coffee

Sweet or Salty: Sweet

Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate but the real stuff. I can’t be doing with chocolate ‘flavoured’ stuff!

Hot or Cold: Hot

Laptop or PC: PC

Paperback or Ebook: Either so long as I can read

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Blogger Interview: The Reader’s Hollow

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1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?

I have a link! Well, it’s not mine but I liked the viewpoint. To sum it up, it explains that tropes (though eye-rolling at times) are some of the closest to home. They’re the most true in our lives. Does love happen at first sight? Yup and I roll my eyes ever time. Though sometimes, the author has a way of making this particular trope perfect for the story and the characters.

http://jamigold.com/2013/08/story-tropes-should-we-avoid-them/

2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:

I’m a bad, bad person. I’ve never done this. There have been some excellent stories, ones I can’t get out of my head but I’ve never revisited the novel. If I ran out of new books I’d probably re-read “Let the Right One In” by John Ajvide Lindqvist because it got me reading again after a dry spell.

3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?

This I have done! And, second thought, this also makes me a bad person haha, but I was nine years old. It was “My Babysitter is a Vampire” by Ann Hodgman. It was mostly the same except for a few scenes at the end where I added more action. I retitled it, “My First Vampire” then bound it with duct tape and a pencil-colorer cover.

4. Do you have a favorite place to read?

My bed or the couch usually but I can read anywhere really.

5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:

I wanted to help out authors. My first book, a novella called “Zombie-Killer Bill” was published in 2011 and I realized that marketing was a whole new ballgame and I showed up without a glove or a bat. It’s still a small blog but I’m having so much fun learning about new stories and authors I’m quite happy how it’s been growing.

6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without?

My cellphone. I have a technology addiction.

7. And finally a quick round of pick one:

Coffee or Tea: TEA!

Sweet or Salty: Salty

Chocolate or Vanilla: Chocolate Mmmmmmm

Hot or Cold: Cold

Laptop or PC: Laptop

Paperback or Ebook: Paperback

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Blogger Interview: Chicks Looking for a Book Fix

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1. What trope do you wish authors would run far, far away from?

Damaged heroine meets damaged Alpha Billionaire and they heal each other with their mind-blowing sex.lol Yes I read these types of books but I would like a little more story instead of the sex sometimes.

2. The one book you’ll re-read over and over and over:
I have reread The Boy Who Sneaks in My Bedroom Window by Kirsty Moseley so many times. I fell in love with my first book boyfriend in this book. Liam *sigh*

3.  If you could rewrite one book to change one part of it, which book would you choose and what would you change?

Easy question. There is only one book that comes to mind when I think about rewriting a scene and that book is Taking Chances by Molly McAdams.  Chase and Harper would have gotten their HEA, I have a love/hate relationship with that book.

4. Do you have a favorite place to read?
My favorite place to read would be on my couch. I have one spot on the end that has a leg rest, so it’s really comfy.

5. Tell us a little bit about why you started book blogging:

The main reason I decided to start blogging was because I followed so many authors and other blogs and would see sales, new releases, giveaways and those sorts of things and I didn’t have anyone to share them with. I only had one friend that understood my obsession with reading so I thought why not give it a try and I have meet some pretty awesome people because of it. 🙂 Plus, it’s really great getting to read ARCs and feeling all excited when I finish reading one knowing that others are going to experience that book soon.
6. What’s the one thing you can’t live without
I couldn’t live without Facebook. How else would I find out what is going on in the book world? Plus I tend to use Messenger more than texting on my phone to keep in touch with friends.

7. And finally a quick round of pick one:

Coffee or Tea:

Coffee, with cream and sugar.

Sweet or Salty:
Definitely salty, I love chips and popcorn.
Chocolate or Vanilla:
Chocolate, love it.
Hot or Cold:
Hot? I’m assuming we are talking about men and not the weather.lol
Laptop or PC:
Laptop, I do everything on my Chromebook.
Paperback or Ebook:
Ebook, but I love my ever growing collection of paperbacks.
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