Category: Events

Read-A-Thons

I am so excited about these 2 upcoming Read-A-Thons, especially now that I am officially out of my year long slump and have my reading mojo back.

I still have many restrictions, since my back surgeries, and per doctor’s orders, am not allowed to do much except rest, walk and sleep so these 2 Read-A-Thons will help me pass the time.

Want to join with me?  Here’s the info:

Tomorrow starts Pick-Your-Thon hosted by The Book Monsters

The Monster Read and Review-a-thons are a great chance for us all to get together, read some fabulous reads, and get to those reviews that we know have been sitting there waiting to be done for a little too long. You can read as much as you want. Review till you cannot review anymore. Whatever works best for you! In addition to the Thons, we will be hosting some fun related challenges, great prizes, and a Twitter party.

You decide how much you want to participate. Whether it is just for a few days in reading then switching to reviewing or only participating on one or the other… what you get done depends on you!This reading event is hosted by The Book Monsters. For more information and to sign-up, please see this post.

 

And starting August 18th is:

August 18, 2014 – August 24, 2014

The Bout of Books read-a-thon is organized by Amanda @ On a Book Bender and Kelly @ Reading the Paranormal. It is a week long read-a-thon that begins 12:01am Monday, August 18th and runs through Sunday, August 24th in whatever time zone you are in. Bout of Books is low-pressure, and the only reading competition is between you and your usual number of books read in a week. There are challenges, giveaways, and a grand prize, but all of these are completely optional. For all Bout of Books 11 information and updates, be sure to visit the Bout of Books blog. – From the Bout of Books team
This reading event is hosted by On a Book Bender and Reading the Paranormal. For more information and to sign-up, please see this post.

Happy Reading!!

I’m Back….

Hi Everyone!!!  I so missed being here.  But I’m back….well…kind of.  I’m only allowed to sit at my computer/desk for a limited time.

Just to give you an update…the surgery was successful !!!  I now have the ability to stand up straight and not having to walk/stand at a 45° angle.  And not only that, no pain.  I was on less pain medication 3 weeks after surgery than I was before.

And more good news..I have kicked my reading slump!!!  However, it wasn’t until just recently because I just found it difficult to concentrate.  But now, I am even reading past my bedtime.  I truly am enjoying this part of recuperation, where I can justify just sitting and reading.  I still have restrictions, and since surgery, have been wearing a full torso brace which will be on, at least until the end of August, so I plan to do a lot of reading.

I truly am Blessed and I want to thank those that kept me in their prayers, thoughts, sent cards and flowers, gave me support and encouragement.  It has been a long journey but the outcome has given me my life back.

 

HUGS!

Announcement-LOA

DAILY POSTINGS BELOW
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Update 5/19:

Cheryl came through the first surgery and is stable. I’ll let you know when I hear more.


Hi !!!  How is everyone?

It’s been some time that I have checked in with a “What’s New” post.

As you see from the subject, I will be taking, approximately, a 1 month LOA effective today.  I am scheduled for a 2 day back surgery next week.  I have pre drafted and scheduled some showcases/giveaways to be posted in my absence so I hope that you stop by.

I plan to do lots of reading while I recuperate so if you have a great book you are reading, would love to know so I can add it to the list.  Once I can access my blog, I will post some updates.

“See” you soon!  Happy reading!

Happy Easter

Happy Easter to you and your’s from the Masciarelli’s

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Worldwind VBT Presents: THE POWER by Jeff Hennelly book blast & giveaway

The Power Book Boost & Giveaway!

a heart-quickening novel that will thrill Michael Crichton fans and that T.C. Boyle readers will find wickedly smart


 

About The Power

What if you had the power to heal others but it only brought you personal destruction and ruin? Would you still use it?

When a street shaman meets a horrific demise on Dr. Austin MacLean’s ER table, Austin soon discovers a raw and irrepressible power. But when this power inflicts traumatic effects on three chronically ill children, families rush to accuse him, his colleagues condemn him, and the police begin to investigate in this affluent New Jersey beach town….and so do others when the children begin to show inconceivable progress.

Dara Kleows, a local reporter, is the first to connect the children’s gradual healings back to Austin. The two develop a deep bond but Austin remains uncertain as to what this beautiful woman wants. Is she just after a story, or more? There are those who covet Austin’s “power” and at any cost, while Dara grows concerned by Austin’s headlong march toward his own perdition.

What if you had the power to heal but people condemned you and supected its use? Would you still use it? Read The Power. You just might need it someday when you meet the One, or if that One becomes you.

Purchase The Book
*Only $2.99 on Kindle!*
About The Author

Jeff Hennelly now lives outside of Philadelphia, PA. He’s been in the medical device business for over 20 years and has worked with hospitals, clinics, and alternate care facilities from Palo Alto to Prague. His articles and short stories have appeared in numerous trade magazines and journals. His latest novel, THE POWER has generated motion picture interest. His fascination remains for the human condition, behavior surrounding procreation, and in art that portrays a metaphor for life. Look for his new novel, THE 95 PERCENT in December of 2013.

ENTER THE GIVEAWAY!
The author is giving away this fabulous prize!
$50
Amazon Gift Card or Paypal Cash!

 

WooHoo!

After the snowy and brutally cold winter we have had here in southern New England, today is a day of celebration.  Now if only Mother Nature would check her calendar and bring on the warm temperatures!!!!

From me to you!

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Read-A-Thon

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Hosted by Michelle @ Seasons of Reading

01/27 Monday
Book: Murder Has Consequences by Giacomo Giammatteo
Pages read: Kindle 81% to 100% Finished
Comments: Another page turner by this author. This is the 2nd in the “Friendship & Honor” series)
Book: Pressed Pennies by Steven Manchester
Pages read: 22
This author is on my “must read” list. Thrilled when I received a signed ARC. Predicting this will be another award winning novel by this author.

01/28 Tuesday
Book: Pressed Pennies by Steven Manchester
Pages read: 72

1/29 Wednesday
Book: Pressed Pennies by Steven Manchester
Pages read: 0

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1/31 Saturday
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