Melanie! Congratulations! You've won the full set of Conquest novels in print or ebook! All I need is to have you drop me an email at s.j.frost3@gmail.com so I can get your info :D
Between the comments here and the emails that came in, there were a lot of entries! To keep things fair and impartial, I took all entries, gave each a number, then put those numbers into the list randomizer at Random.org. With all the numbers juggled around, I matched the number in first place to the person assigned it, and that's how the winner was selected. It's the only way I could do it, because I wish I could give copies to everyone!
And I can't let anyone who entered get away without my sincerest thank you and appreciation for entering the contest, but most of all, for the many birthday wishes and congrats. I wanted to do this giveaway to try and give something back for all the kindness that's been shown to me since I've become a published author. Instead, I was the one who ended up with so many gifts in the sweet words people said me. I'll never be able to catch up to you all and your generosity, but I'm so grateful to you. I'll continue to try and show my appreciation with putting out the best writing I'm capable of, and through posting more free short stories on my website that all can enjoy.
Thank you again, so very, very much. You all are amazing!
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Birthday/Anniversary Giveaway!
Today is a special day for me. It's the day I was born! Yay! I'm really happy about that ;) But it's also a special day for a second reason. One year ago today, my debut novel, CONQUEST, went live! With those two things happening on one date, how can I not want to celebrate?
This past year has been a wild ride with CONQUEST and my other novels getting published. So many people have welcomed me and my books with kindness and friendship, and I'll always be grateful for that. And though these words seem small in comparison to what others have done in taking their time to read my stories, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.
To celebrate my birthday and CONQUEST's one year anniversary, I'd like to offer a giveaway. One lucky person will have the chance to win a set of all Conquest novels in print or ebook, winner's choice. If the winner chooses print, I will sign all three copies. To enter the contest, just comment on this post that you'd like to be put in the running. If you comment as "anonymous", please put your name or another way I can identify you in case you win. Or since I know blogs can be finicky about letting comments post, you can also email me at s.j.frost3@gmail.com. Just put "contest" or "giveaway" in the subject. To give everyone in different timezones a chance, I'll accept entries up until 12:00 pm Eastern U.S. time on October 23rd. I'll also announce the winner that same Saturday.
And now, let the party begin! Good luck to all who enter!
This past year has been a wild ride with CONQUEST and my other novels getting published. So many people have welcomed me and my books with kindness and friendship, and I'll always be grateful for that. And though these words seem small in comparison to what others have done in taking their time to read my stories, from the bottom of my heart, thank you.
To celebrate my birthday and CONQUEST's one year anniversary, I'd like to offer a giveaway. One lucky person will have the chance to win a set of all Conquest novels in print or ebook, winner's choice. If the winner chooses print, I will sign all three copies. To enter the contest, just comment on this post that you'd like to be put in the running. If you comment as "anonymous", please put your name or another way I can identify you in case you win. Or since I know blogs can be finicky about letting comments post, you can also email me at s.j.frost3@gmail.com. Just put "contest" or "giveaway" in the subject. To give everyone in different timezones a chance, I'll accept entries up until 12:00 pm Eastern U.S. time on October 23rd. I'll also announce the winner that same Saturday.
And now, let the party begin! Good luck to all who enter!
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
In Memory Of
Today I'm dressed in a purple sweater for Spirit Day to honor Tyler Clementi, Asher Brown, Seth Walsh, Raymond Chase, Justin Aaberg, Billy Lucas, Zach Harrington, and many others who have been bullied for their sexuality. The young men who I named paid the ultimate price for the cruelty, hate, and bigotry shown toward them by taking their own lives, and I know many other precious lives have been lost for the same reason.
To bully another person is one of the most loathsome things someone can do. The old saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me," is about as much of a mistruth ever spoken. Words do hurt, powerfully and deeply, leaving scars that can continue to ache for many years. And far too often, bullying escalates beyond words to physical harm. But bullying can be stopped. If we as a society stand up and say enough, it can end.
When someone is bullied, though they may once have had the confidence to stand up for themselves, constant harassment can wear them down. Others are never given a chance to gain confidence in themselves. That's why we need to step in, to be their shields and their strength, to let them know they're not alone and they're cared about.
There's no greater loss to this world than a life taken too soon. So I ask, please, if you know someone who could be the target of bullying, take a few minutes to talk to them, let them know you have the strength for them to lean on, that you're there for them. If you're being bullied, know I'm saying these words to you, you are cared for, you're not alone, there are people who will face the bullies with you, there are people who will stand at your side to help you through anything. Take pride in yourself, because the person you are is someone beautiful and dear to the world. And if anyone reading this feels they need to talk to someone trained to help, one place you can look to is The Trevor Project.
If we all join together, we can work to stop the abuse and hurt. Awareness is one step, kindness is another. The two combined can help put an end to bullying.
To bully another person is one of the most loathsome things someone can do. The old saying, "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me," is about as much of a mistruth ever spoken. Words do hurt, powerfully and deeply, leaving scars that can continue to ache for many years. And far too often, bullying escalates beyond words to physical harm. But bullying can be stopped. If we as a society stand up and say enough, it can end.
When someone is bullied, though they may once have had the confidence to stand up for themselves, constant harassment can wear them down. Others are never given a chance to gain confidence in themselves. That's why we need to step in, to be their shields and their strength, to let them know they're not alone and they're cared about.
There's no greater loss to this world than a life taken too soon. So I ask, please, if you know someone who could be the target of bullying, take a few minutes to talk to them, let them know you have the strength for them to lean on, that you're there for them. If you're being bullied, know I'm saying these words to you, you are cared for, you're not alone, there are people who will face the bullies with you, there are people who will stand at your side to help you through anything. Take pride in yourself, because the person you are is someone beautiful and dear to the world. And if anyone reading this feels they need to talk to someone trained to help, one place you can look to is The Trevor Project.
If we all join together, we can work to stop the abuse and hurt. Awareness is one step, kindness is another. The two combined can help put an end to bullying.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Song of the Week - "Just a Dream" by Nelly
My Song of the Week goes to Nelly with his new single, "Just a Dream." Really since Gackt was my Weekly Inspiration, he should get the spot, but I've been loving this song on the radio all week. And since Gackt is guaranteed to have a few spots in the future, I figured it'd be okay to give this one to Nelly ;-) This song is going to be on his upcoming album, 5.0, which the last I heard is slated for release on November 16th of this year.
And hey, I'm actually remembering this time to mention that I don't own the video, the song, the images, or any copyrights connected with it. With that legal stuff said, here's Nelly with "Just a Dream." Enjoy!
And hey, I'm actually remembering this time to mention that I don't own the video, the song, the images, or any copyrights connected with it. With that legal stuff said, here's Nelly with "Just a Dream." Enjoy!
Monday, October 11, 2010
Weekly Inspiration - GACKT
Ah, Gackt. How dost thou inspire me? Let me count the ways. For this week's inspiration, I'm presenting rock star and man of many talents, Gackt. If you talk to me about music for longer than thirty seconds, it's pretty much guaranteed I'm going to bring him up since he's one of my favorite artists. I swooned the first time I heard his voice and I don't think I've stopped since. I'm sure he'll come up again in "Weekly Inspiration" posts, and he's certain to get a few "Song of the Week" dedications. Can't help it if I'm a little biased toward him ;-)
To learn more about him, you can find his music on iTunes, and see videos, performances, and interviews on YouTube. For his official website, click HERE.
To learn more about him, you can find his music on iTunes, and see videos, performances, and interviews on YouTube. For his official website, click HERE.
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