November Wrap Up

November Wrap Up

Challenges:

I did better than last month but University is taking up most of my time still, I'm really grateful though because my deadline is very early December (already passed now because I had this as a draft and not scheduled!) so things should look up next (this) month.

Women Author Challenge - Completed
39. Reap by Christina Channelle [review]
40. The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater
41. More Than Jamie Baker by Kelly Oram
Total: 41 / 10

Dystopia Reading Challenge
N/A
Total: 5 / 6

Indie Fever Reading Challenge - Completed
36. Reap by Christina Channelle [review]
Total: 36 / 16

TBR Reading Challenge
N/A
Total: 15 / 20

(Ongoing) Millionaire Challenge:
27,064 + 9 unknowns

A-Z Book Challenge:
K - Kissing Jamie Baker 16.10
Total: 20 / 26

Shelf Stacking

I got a few more books this month but I'm still being good and not buying any, just one review book and three freebies. My to read pile is very high so I'm trying to be good knowing I'll end up with some for Christmas.

I hope everyone elses month has been great!

Wishlist Wednesday (64)

 

Wishlist Wednesday is a book blog hop hosted by Pen to Paper where we share and post about a book that has been on our wishlist for some time, or just added, that we can't wait to get off the wishlist.

Series I'm dying to continue reading: The Purprle Emperor by Herbie Brennan and Life, the universe and everything by Douglas Adams. I actually read the first of the Faerie Wars books a long time ago but I remember it being really good, to the point I want to re-read and finish it. As for The Hitch-Hikers series, I've been pretty much reading a book a year at this rate cause it takes me so long to go and buy one, anyway this is the third and I am dying to see how the story develops! So much better than the movie ;)

The Purple Emperor Synopsis: When Henry Atherton returned to his own life in the suburbs of London, he thought all was well in the Faerie Ream. His new friend Pyrgus, the crown prince of Faerie, was about to be coronated as Purple Emperor. But then Princess Holly Blue arrived on Earth, seeking Henry’s help once more.

A plot to assassinate Pyrgus is afoot, but that’s not the worst of their problems. Pyrgus’s father, the murdered Purple Emperor, has been raised from the dead by means of foul necromantic sorcery. Now Lord Hairstreak and the sinister Faeries of the Night have seized control of the Realm . . . and driven Pyrgus and his allies into hiding.

Henry has no choice to return to the world of Faerie to aid his friends. But that proves easier said than done when the mystical portal linking their realms goes awry. Now Henry will have to scramble just to stay alive in a fantastic world that’s constantly full of surprises . . . and danger.

Life, the universe and everything Synopsis: One of the strangest events in the history of life, the universe and everything occurred here on Earth shortly before it got demolished ...

For two books, humankind has been unaware of a not inconsequential snippet of information. The most careful consultation of The Hitch-Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy and The Restaurant at the End of the Universe have left millions unaware of why Earth has always been shunned by the rest of the galaxy.

Now all - and more - can be revealed ...

Carnal by Lola Taylor - Book Blast & Giveaway

Carnal by Lola Taylor

Publication Date: 1st December 2013

Genre: Paranormal Romance / Erotica
Series: Her Dark Desires #1

Synopsis: Boy meets girl. Then things get hot…
Sally the succubus sucks at her job, no pun intended. Being a former secretary with no love life to speak of doesn’t exactly give her much experience in the “Hot Seductress” department. So when her Master says she’s not meeting her monthly soul-corrupting quota, he does what any loving boss would do – he sends her to Elysian, a reform school for the “wicked at heart.” Determined to prove she’s not terrible at her job, Sally sets out to become the best succubus she can be. And with her long-time crush Hector, the Underworld’s most infamous incubus, as her teacher, Sally’s even more anxious to prove her mettle.

Too bad no one told her that people have been mysteriously disappearing from Elysian, only to show up as mutilated corpses a few days later. Then she might not have been so eager to go, man candy or not.

When the killer targets Sally, it’s up to Hector and her to put a stop to the evil force once and for all. But doing so may cost them their hearts – and their souls.

Fast, fun, and flirty, Carnal is a steamy paranormal romance that’s sure to leave you aching for more.

WARNING: Adult language and explicit sexual situations. Recommended for 18+

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Excerpt:

I lost my breath, taking a step back. “But you - you’ve been so silent. So…”

“Cold?” he provided, standing and sauntering toward me.

I backed away, though not out of fear he would harm me. It was out of fear of having my heart torn in half if my instincts, my darkest, deepest desires, were wrong.

I wetted my lips and swallowed against my suddenly parched throat. “Yeah. Cold.”

“I had to be. Professional, that is. It’s the number one rule around here.”

My back hit the wall, and he threw up an arm on either side of my head, cornering me as he leaned in. His mouth was about an inch from mine. “And what I want is strictly forbidden,” he whispered.

I stared at his full lips, wanting to run my tongue along them, to fully taste him. “What is?” I breathed, trembling.

He smiled. “That a teacher will not lust after his pupil.”

I forgot how to breathe as his lips brushed mine in a questioning kiss. “I want you, Sally,” he whispered. “More than I’ve ever wanted anyone before. You’re intoxicating.”

That’s when it hit me - he was asking for permission to continue. “I want you too,” I said, then wrapped my arms around his neck and kissed him deeply.

Author Bio:

Lola Taylor

Website / Twitter / Facebook / Goodreads

Lola Taylor is a pen name for my, erm, “steamier” novels. I like books that make me laugh, gasp, and swoon, which is what I try to shoot for in my stories. I’m a sucker for fantasy books, particularly those involving vampires and the supernatural – especially while said vampire is sweeping a gal off her feet. I like horror movies, playing around in Photoshop, and wearing the battery down on my ereader. I have two rescued kitties, and a husband who hates to read but gives me his unconditional support, all the same. During the day, I work in a cubicle for customer service and hash out new story ideas in my many notebooks. At night, I work on my stories until I faceplant on my keyboard. Then I wake up and do it again the next day. I love it. =) (The writing part, not so much the “faceplanting-on-the-keyboard” part.) I love Game of Thrones, reading manga, and have a slight Pinterest addiction.

Giveaway
2 x eBooks of Carnal (INT)

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All I Ever Wanted - Cover Reveal

It's cover reveal time!

Thanks to Xpresso Book Tours I am able to share with you the cover for...

All I Ever Wanted by Lexi Ryan, Rhonda Helms, Marilyn Brant and Caisey Quinn
Cover by Emily Tippetts

Publication Date: 13th January 2014
Genres: Contemporary / New Adults

Synopsis: Winterfest is heating up in Abbott Springs…

As the town’s yearly festival kicks off, cold days turn into steamy nights, new flames will be ignited, and old romances will be rekindled.

All About Us by Marilyn Brant - All Sami Abbott ever wanted was permission to be herself. At home, she aims to be the perfect daughter but never measures up. At college, she’s the bold girl who had a one-night stand with sexy musician, Alex Hamilton. When he arrives unexpectedly in Abbott Springs, her worlds collide and she must reconcile the girl she tries to be with the person she really is.

All I Need by Caisey Quinn - All pink-haired rocker chick Everly Abbott thought she wanted was acceptance in her straight-laced hometown. But her best friend and bandmate Justin Cohen is about to show her that what she thinks she wants isn’t necessarily what she needs.

All for Love by Rhonda Helms - All Maya Monterey ever wanted was to belong. Happiest with the Abbott family, Maya’s been secretly in love with sexy pastry chef Oliver Abbott for years. With a flirty new look, she’ll pull out all the stops to get him to notice her. And if her plan fails, she’ll walk away from the only home she’s ever known–and Oliver–for good.

All or Nothing by Lexi Ryan - After years of placing the wrong bets, all Aubree Baxter wanted was someone to take a chance on her. Golden boy Kennedy Hale plays it safe in life and love, but to keep Bree in Abbott Springs, he’ll have to go all in.

Author Links:
Marilyn Brant: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads
Rhonda Helms: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads | Blog
Caisey Quinn: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads
Lexi Ryan: Website | Twitter | Facebook | Goodreads