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Thursday, February 18th, 2010
 I had some awesome news last night; Ecstasy Unveiled is now celebrating THREE WEEKS on the USA Today bestseller list! OMG! Lore has done really, really well, and to celebrate, I'm giving away books!
I'll give away one copy of any of my Ione books, one copy of any of my Croft books, and because it's Jaci Burton's birthday today, I'll give away a copy of Riding Wild too!
Just tell me in the comments which Ione book OR Sydney Croft book you'd like, and then let me know if you've read Jaci Burton or not.
There will be four winners — one person will win an Ione book, one will win a Croft book, one who has NOT read Jaci Burton will win Riding Wild, and one who HAS read Jaci will win a Demonica tote.
So leave a comment! 
Also, the Blogtalk Radio interview I did yesterday is now up to listen to! Lots of insider stuff about the Demonica series!
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Monday, February 1st, 2010
First off, I just want to say that I have the BEST readers in the world. I really do. Just when I'm beginning to understand why some authors limit their web presence and access to them (I've been dealing with mega-crazy harassment lately) support and encouragement comes in huge, happy waves. So thank you to everyone who has been so wonderful.
In other news…my editor just informed me that Ecstasy Unveiled hit #8 on the Borders Romance bestseller list! Again, another huge thank you to everyone who bought a book from there! I think this is the first time I've been on that list, so, yay!
Also, today I'm over at Dear Author with my first sale story. Which is actually my second first sale story…
And ultimate coolness…over at BookReaderTimes is a giveaway for Ecstasy Unveiled! Pop on by!
One more thing…if you're waiting on a prize you won that I'm supposed to be sending out, please be patient. I'm at the screaming end of a deadline, so once I get it done I'll get some of the packages out. Plus, I'm waiting on author copies of Ecstasy Unveiled, so I can't send out any of those until I get them.
Thanks again, everyone!!!!
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Thursday, January 28th, 2010
 Man, I couldn't be busier if I was actually out in the world doing a book tour. Not that I'm complaining, mind you! Release time is always crazy fun.
So I have links!
First, in case I haven't mentioned it, I have a Cafe Press store where you can get the coffee mug I've posted in pics on my blog. I need to put that link up on my sidebar eventually. Anyway, here's the link to Larissa Ione's Underworld Store
Today I'm at Blackraven's Erotic Cafe with tips on writing!
I'm also over at RR@H to chat about demon heroes…and there's a contest!
I'm chatting about my favorite shows and how they're always getting cancelled over at Pop Culture Divas!
Over at Smexybooks, there's a review and a contest!
*** Updated to add: I'm over at Emma Peterson's with an interview and a chance to win a book from my backlist. If you already have all my books, you can choose a Demonica tote instead! Click here!
And did I tell you that I got a sneak peek at Sin's cover? *swoons* It's awesome! I also have back cover copy to show you really soon! That'll help give you an idea what the book will be about. I'm having so much fun with it!
Okay, gotta get back to Sin. Hope everyone is having a great day!
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
 Hey everyone!
Thanks for making Ecstasy Unveiled's release day so awesome! To top it off, I got a sneak peek at Sin Undone's cover, and I can't wait to show you. It's the best yet. Absolutely incredible, and I'm SO happy!
Anyway, today I'm over at Bitten By Books with a video interview. (I sound like such a dork.) I'd love for you to stop by — I'm giving away an iPod shuffle (green, just like Sin's in her book) with a gift certificate, a Demonica tote and goodies, and a Demonica coffee mug.
Hope to see you there! 
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Monday, January 25th, 2010
I'm SO excited — tomorrow Ecstasy Unveiled officially releases!
And there's a cool party coming on the 27th to celebrate!
Just hop over to Bitten By Books and RSVP for 25 extra entries.
Entries for what?
Grand Prize: 2GB Apple iPod Shuffle in green (just like Sin's in her book) plus a $25 gift certificate
2nd Prize: The Demonica tote pictured below with all the goodies
3rd Prize: The Demonica mug pictured below with all the goodies
I'm going to try to do a video interview for the party — TRY being the operative word, here. I'm kind of lame when it comes to stuff like this. And shy. Yes, you heard me. Shy. My horns are definitely well-concealed. Hope you'll join me!
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Thursday, January 21st, 2010
 I'm really, really busy today, all over blogland, giving away stuff and doing interviews and blog posts…
Would love for you to come see me!
First up…Lore (Ecstasy Unveiled) and Chris (Hard To Hold) are interviewing each other in a two-day Demon/SEAL event! And we're giving away stuff. Including demon and SEAL duckies! Come see what happens when you stick a demon and SEAL in a room together!
Next, I'm over at the fabulous Beth Kery's with an interview and a giveaway! And while you're there, don't forget to enter her BIG contest, in which you can win $100 gift certificate! Come on over! 
I'm also over at the Witchy Chicks blog talking about things like Egypt! The Witchy Chicks blog is run by some awesome authors, so come check it out! 
Also…this is the bag I've been giving away as prizes on several blogs — it's a neat tote/boat bag, so if you see a bag listed as a prize, that's it below! (includes the pens and bookmarks, but unless specified in the contest, not the duckie or notebook)
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Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
I'm starting to get REALLY antsy now that Lore is only a week away!
People often ask me, "Does each release get easier, or harder?"
Well…I have two answers for that. Yes, and no.
Yes, because I've been through it now, several times. I know what to expect. I know there will be people who like the new book, and there will be those who don't. I'll get good reviews and bad ones. Every bad review toughens my hide a little, and every good one raises my spirits. It's all getting to be very familiar.
And no, because with every release, there's more pressure. The things that run through an author's mind: What if people who have loved the other books hate this one? What if I let readers down? What if this book totally tanks and my career is over? And yes, you think these things with the very first books, but with each one that comes after that, the pressure mounts.
So yes and no. Either way, I wouldn't give it up. A new release might be nerve-wracking, but it's also exciting, and the rush is like nothing else. 
And…speaking of good reviews, over at Lea's, she's got a FANTASTIC review of Ecstasy Unveiled, as well as a giveaway (open to international readers! ) that includes demon duckies!!! So head on over and say hi!
Happy Tuesday, everyone!
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Friday, January 15th, 2010
How is everyone? Surviving the cold?
It's warming up here in Wisconsin — a January thaw. Bleh. I want more snow! This has been such a mild winter. I will be happy to not have rude snowmobilers cutting through my yard, though.
While working on revisions to Sin Undone (I love this book!) I've been watching the tragedy unfolding in Haiti. It's bringing back a lot of memories of Katrina, and that's been a little hard. This is one of those times I wish I'd followed through with my desire to keep my EMT certification and join a SAR team. 
In more uplifting news, there's still time to check out my interview at Paranormal Haven and win Passion Unleashed!
Also, I just got an AWESOME review of Desire Unchained at The Raving Readers. I'm always extra happy to get good reviews of Shade's book, because I know he can be the hardest character to like for a lot of people. His book is also much darker than Eidolon's, so the shift in tone can throw readers. The harshest reviews I've gotten on the Demonica books have been on Shade's book. So any time I get a great review of Desire Unchained, I'm super excited.
Speaking of reviews, Larissa at Larissa's Life loved Passion Unleashed! Don't forget to stop by to comment on the daily posts for more chances to win!
Have a great weekend, everyone!
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Sunday, January 10th, 2010
Yay! DEMONS!!!!!!!
Larissa from Larissa's Life is hosting a week-long party dedicated to the Demonica series! How cool is that? There are a gob of neat prizes, some specifically for new readers, and some for established ones, so be sure to read the rules carefully. And then go back daily to comment on daily posts for more chances to win!
Click on the button at the top of the page, or click here to go to her blog and scroll down to the contest post. Hope to see you there!
In other news…well, there's pretty much no other news. I'm working on revisions to Sin Undone (I can't wait for you to read Ecstasy Unveiled so I can start talking a little more about Sin!) and trying to get the house back into shape after all the holiday craziness. And with all the snow, I can't believe how yucky the floors have gotten. The tile entryway is gritty with salt — so gross!
Other than that, not much going on. I'm getting ready to read Lara Adrian's newest, Shades of Midnight, and I'm super excited about that. The Alaska setting has me anxious to get cracking on it.
Have you read anything good lately? Getting ready to read something you hope will be good?
Okay, I'm outta here. Sin is getting cranky…
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Thursday, January 7th, 2010
 By Teresa D'Amario
EBook: AllRomanceEbooks
Amazon.com KINDLE
Hey, everyone! Today I have a guest! — author Teresa D'Amario, who is doing a neat blog tour and contest. She writes sexy, complex romances that feature shapeshifters, so if you enjoy paranormals, give her books a shot!
Anyway, we have a blurb of her newest, Lone Wolf, a free read in which YOU determine the course of the story, and a contest to follow. Enjoy!
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Once the victim of scientific experimentation by the Government Control of Supernatural Activities (GSA), Damon doesn't have a past, and he isn't sure he has a future. He doesn't even know if his ability to change from human to wolf is a virus, or magick. But the instant he lays eyes on the pretty cop from the local police force, he knows he has to learn the secrets of his past before they destroy her future.
Krystal is the best animal cop on the police force, hiding magickal talent beneath layers of excuses and quick thinking. For five years she's tracked Peter Burke, a butcher who steals any form of canine to supplement his dietary needs. The day she saves a wolf from losing his head at the sharp end of an axe, her entire life changes. And then there is Damon, the mysterious, sexy ex-soldier with no memory of his past who awakens fantasies of dark and sensual nights.
But the GSA isn't finished with Damon, and when the shadowy government agency joins forces with Burke, Krystal too finds her life in jeopardy, the target of men and women led by their own desires. Damon and Krystal must work together to stop evil and destroy years of illegal research.
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Hi Larissa! It's so great to be here. Thank you so much for hosting this stop on this most unusual blog tour. For those just joining us, for my blog tour, I'm creating something very special. A free read. And you get to help! Each blog posting will be a new scene or chapter of the book titled above, He's no Faery Prince.
Previous chapters can be found on my FREE READS page of my blog. Then, at the end of my post for today, you'll see some questions. They are designed to make life easier for me (or much more fun, at least) because the answers to those questions will determine the course of the story. Also, if you happen to think of something really awesome to add, not addressed by my questions, feel free to throw that in there too. I'll be sure to take a look at it.
So, without further ado, let's get on with our story.
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