Carrie and Sarah discuss cons, and the magic of small and large communities of fans gathering in once place. We also talk about her research into women of the Victorian era, developments in science, technology & social issues, and the weird sense that history repeats itself. Here are the books we discuss in this episode: Mona Maclean, Medical Student, by Margaret Georgina Todd This podcast is brought to you by Signet, publisher of … Continue reading 108. Another Interview with Carrie Sessarego →
This RITA® Reader Challenge 2014 review was written by Anna Richland. This story was nominated for the RITA® in the Romantic Suspense category. The summary: Wildlife biologist Axelle Dehn isn’t about to let anyone harm her endangered snow leopards—not the poacher intent on killing them, nor the soldier who wants to use them as bait. But Axelle is unknowingly entangled in a conflict that stretches back three decades, a conflict that could spark a war … Continue reading RITA Reader Challenge: The Killing Game by Toni Anderson →
Here is a text transcript of DBSA Podcast 74. Reader Email, Historicals, Pitches, Pronunciation and Recommendations. You can listen to the mp3 here, or you can read on! This podcast transcript was constructed of excellence by Garlic Knitter, who is a wicked-fierce transcriptionist. Here are the books we discuss: Sarah Wendell: Hello, and welcome to another DBSA podcast. I’m Sarah Wendell from Smart Bitches, Trashy Books, and with me is Jane Litte from Dear Author. … Continue reading Podcast Transcript 74 - Reader Email: Historicals, Pitches, Pronunciation, and Recommendations →
Jane and I discuss an email from a reader looking for historical recommendations. Plus, we find out what happens when an author emails us a pitch: Sarah does something terrible (unintentionally!) to Jane. This bit, which starts about about 9 minutes, is a bit of a spoiler, but the description is very intriguing. And we end with a pronunciation correction for Sarah (oops) and a glowing recommendation for a book – with a request for … Continue reading 74. Reader Email: Historicals, Pitches, Pronunciation, and Recommendations →
by SB Sarah · Oct 19, 2012 at 1:27 am ·
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From Anna Richland, a commercial for all the romance heroes: Link! I know that voice over actor – but I can't place the name. Who is that? Either way, I hope your weekend is as easy as deboning a 5 hour dead trout. Or something.
by SB Sarah · Sep 18, 2010 at 7:46 pm ·
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Oh, my gosh, the entries in the Romance Novel Product Line are giving me Abs of Steel from the laughter workout. Holy smoke. First, Short Librarian emailed me her image file, so enjoy this Honorable Mention entry for a moment while I organize the winners: Honorable Mention: In addition to Man Candles, the honorable mentions for products inspired by Romance Novels go to: Laura Xixi and Julie H for “Wanton Strumpet: Body Mist” – protect … Continue reading Romance Novel Product Line: The Winner! →
I seriously could not read the comment thread for the Maybe This Time giveaway alone in my house without the dogs near me. CREEP-TASTIC. I love the ghost stories – and your reasons for not believing. But alas, I can only pick 5 winners. So, without further ado: Pam Carrie CT Anna Richland Teri C. Please email me at sarahATsmartbitchestrashybooksDOTcom with your mailing address – congratulations! Thank you to all who entered!
