Sunday, December 22, 2013

Have a Holly Jolly...

Holy freaking crap.
Monsters, we are TWO days away from Christmas....where the actual fuck did the year go? 
2013 went by in a hurry and I'm not even sure what's in store for me in 2014 since the Naughty Mafia book signing has been canceled.

I'm hoping that I can find another signing to attend. I just need to sit down with a cold Sundrop and figure out what's going on in the author world next year.

Next year.
There are a lot of grand possibilities opening up for me next year. 

The most important one being that I'll be applying for nursing school. 

I'm also toying around with the idea of self publishing a novel that I've been working on over the past few months. I don't know how Indie Authors do it though haha it's a terrifying process and I find myself stalling out because I'm scared to get one step closer to the big "publish" button. 

Part of me wishes that I could be the next Colleen Hoover or Kristen Ashley, but the other part of me is keeping my ass in check! Those women are on a whole.notha.level and there are SO many amazing authors out there! I applaud them for sharing their stories with the world. My personal story may not ever see the light of day, but I'm going to finish it in 2014 and pat myself on the back for accomplishing one more thing on my bucket list. 

Every year I make a point to write out my hopes and goals for the forthcoming year, and this year I'll be sharing a snippet from my Untiled novel to give people an idea of what its going to be about! I'm excited and terrified to share my writing with you Monsters, but hey that's  life right?

As far as reviewing goes, I obviously suck ass at keeping up with my post. I'm currently finishing up the last installment in Athena Romig's Consequences series. Which is kind of funny because the first book was a DNF for me because I could NOT get down with Tony. Nope. I still hate him, but now after re-reading the first book and devouring the second one, I'm starting to see why some people feel that he has redeemed himself. Even though I still think he's a rat bastard ;)

Well my lovely creations, I have presents that need to be wrapped and episodes of Orange is the New Black to watch, so I hope that you have a lovely holiday and you enjoy every moment with your loved ones!
-B

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Review: Avoiding Temptation by K.A. Linde

The Avoiding series was one of the first series that I read that was filled with angst and drama around every corner. The story of Lexi and Jack's past gave me chills and pissed me off to no end, but I couldn't get enough of it! I've been anxiously awaiting the final installment in the Avoiding series and K.A. Linde did not disappoint!


Avoiding Temptation (Avoiding #3) by K.A. Linde
Genre: Contemporary Romance✦ Cover By: Okay Creations✦ Photo By: Toski Covey Photography
Two years after walking out of Jack’s wedding, Lexi has finally put her past behind her. She has made up her mind about where her life is headed. This time, she is sticking to her guns, no matter what.

That is, until a phone call shatters the fragile grasp she has on her new life. Lexi is forced to question everything she thought she knew about what she wanted, and life-changing events push her to reevaluate the very plans she holds so dear. Nevertheless, Lexi has to choose her true path. That might just mean deciding, once and for all, that she doesn’t have to answer to anyone but herself.

In this highly anticipated final installment of the bestselling Avoiding series, follow Lexi as she juggles a new career, a new city, and the burgeoning affections of three very different men.

Here's the break down of my "feels" regarding Avoiding Temptation.

1. THANK YOU SWEET BABY JESUS. She ended up with my guy AND (most importantly) he deserved it!

2. I'm proud of Lexi damn it. She has grown and realized that SHE is the only one who can truly control her fate. I loved loved LOVED the character development that she went through and I whole heartily believe that K.A. Linde did our girl Lex justice.

3. I'm also proud of Jack. He essentially grew up and put his money where his mouth is. Bravo love, you finally lived up to being the person that I knew you could be.

4. To the guy who didn't win our girl's heart, all is not lost. I'm thankful that he was in her life and helped her find her way to her true self. Yeah he had his share of hang ups and I never "clicked" with him BUT he was an extremely important person in Lexi's life and is exactly what she needed at one point in her life.

5. Karma is a bitch! Ain't that right Bekah ;)

To say that I was pleased with the ending of this series would be an understatement. I loved it. So, so much and while I'm sad to see it go, I'm very happy that everything came full circle and Lexi got the HEA that she deserved.

I'm also beyond stoked for "All that Glitters" which we get a preview of at the end of AT. Holy shit. That book is going to be crazy hot!!! Can't wait!

-B

Sunday, December 15, 2013

Where in the world is Carmen San...um Bindi?

Anyone else remember that game? I used to love it!
Although I'm not sure if they ever really found her haha
Anyways
Yes my little monsters, I'm still here and I'm still reading, but unfortunately I haven't been able to sit down and share my ramblings with the masses because college has been royally kicking my ass.
But guess what....
I just took my last final and I have three whole glorious weeks to dedicate to editing a few novels and babying the shit out of this blog! 
I've missed it--terribly so.
I'm hoping that the Spring semester will move at a smoother pace and I'll be able to balance out blogging a few times a week along with completing the various assignments that I'll have through out the grueling five months of BIO 275, ENG 112, HUM 115, and PSY 251.
I originally planned on taking two courses next semester, but due to the nursing program changing the program requirements every other year, I had an additional two courses added on to my plate. It sucks. It sucks so damn bad, but hey, at least I'll have all of my core classes completed by the time I begin my nursing courses!
Well if I get into the program that is...I have to schedule my TEAs test this week and then I begin the long wait until March to see if I can continue on the path of becoming a Certified Nurse-Midwife!
So yeah!
That's what I've been up to for the past few weeks.
Tomorrow I'll be kicking off my "Bindi's return to the book blogging world" with an awesome review of Avoiding Temptation by K.A. Linde.
-B

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Release Event for Avoiding Temptation by K.A. Linde




Ohhh my lordy! Look at what we have here! 
Ladies and Gentleman the FINAL book in the Avoiding Series by the impeccable K.A. Linde is OUT and to honor the release of the final novel in the series, we have ourselves a little (scratch that BIG) release blitz to share with you, my lovely monsters! 
But first...look at that cover!
GAH.
I don't think I've ever mentioned on here, but I am #TEAMJACK to the bone!
Yeah, he's probably one of the biggest JERKS in the New Adult world, but I believe in redemption and 
Jack Howard will REDEEM himself.
I have nothing but faith in that boy ;)
Anyways, take a look at this goreous cover and check out the synopsis for a little insight into what Lexi will be dealing with in 
AVOIDING TEMPTATION.
aka Jack Howard's the One...
...Ramsey Shamsey... 
John who?

Avoiding Temptation (Avoiding #3) by K.A. Linde
Genre: Contemporary Romance✦ Cover By: Okay Creations✦ Photo By: Toski Covey Photography

Two years after walking out of Jack’s wedding, Lexi has finally put her past behind her. She has made up her mind about where her life is headed. This time, she is sticking to her guns, no matter what.
That is, until a phone call shatters the fragile grasp she has on her new life. Lexi is forced to question everything she thought she knew about what she wanted, and life-changing events push her to reevaluate the very plans she holds so dear. Nevertheless, Lexi has to choose her true path. That might just mean deciding, once and for all, that she doesn’t have to answer to anyone but herself.
In this highly anticipated final installment of the bestselling Avoiding series, follow Lexi as she juggles a new career, a new city, and the burgeoning affections of three very different men.



WOWZERS.
Lexi, Lexi...I don't envy you at all girlfriend!
And now to take this blitz to a whole.notha.level.
I have an excerpt from Avoiding Temptation to share with you!
“Don’t make me use my womanly wiles on you.”
“Is that an option?” he asked, ducking his head and planting a kiss on her lips.  His handed gripped the back of her T-shirt.
Stepping out of the embrace, she threw her hands up.  “Ew, I’m seriously gross right now.”
“I think you’re beautiful.”
“Beautiful, and in need of a shower,” Lexi said, backing toward the bathroom.
“I could join you…”  He trailed off as he backed her into the bathroom.  His hands pawed at her shirt, which he quickly guided over her head to where it belonged…on the floor.
“I mean, if you insist,” Lexi murmured. 
He slid her running shorts to the ground.  “Oh, I insist,” he said, admiringly sliding his hands down her slight curves.
He backed up a step to flip the walk-in shower to its hottest setting before locating two towels and placing them on the counter.  Lexi stripped out of her bra and thong, and then she walked right into the steamy glass shower.  As he watched, she eased back into the spray, closed her eyes, and let her head dip back into the water.  She heard him groan, and a smile played on her face.
A few seconds passed, and then he entered the shower.  His hands retraced their earlier progression down her now wet body.  She breathed in sharply when they moved back up to her breasts and flicked gently against her erect nipples.  He leaned forward and took one in his mouth, pushing them both through the shower and back against the tiled wall.  Lexi gasped from both the feel of him against her and the cold tiles behind her.
She wound her fingers into his hair and breathed in the air, thick with steam.  He hoisted her leg up around his waist, pressing her harder against the wall.
“Fuck,” she cried as she felt the length of him slide between her legs.

O.O
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That's the internet equivalent of me being speechless.
I am so STOKED for this book and judging by that scene...shew it's going to be HOT!!!
Get it Lex!
;)
Now enough of my idle rambling, because the icing on this cake is the kickass giveaway that K.A. Linde is hosting for the release blitz.
Ladies and Creatures, K.A. Linde is giving away a KINDLE PAPERWHITE
but that's not all
it will include a copy of all FIVE Avoiding books.
How freaking cool is that!?
So fill out the rafflecopter below for a chance to win some truly awesome prizes AND make sure you send some love K.A. Linde AND Schmexy's way!

About the Author
K.A. Linde graduated with her Masters in political science from the University of Georgia in 2012. She also has a bachelors in political science and philosophy. She wrote her the Avoiding Series while struggling through advanced statistical modeling and writing her thesis. She enjoys dancing and writing novels that keep you guessing until the very end.

She currently resides in Georgia with her boyfriend and two puppies, Lucy and Riker.

Connect with K.A. Linde
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Twitter  https://twitter.com/authorkalinde

Purchase Links for the Avoiding series:
Avoiding Commitment
iBooks  https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/avoiding-commitment/id550925507?mt=11

Avoiding Responsibility
iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/avoiding-responsibility/id585947872?mt=11

Avoiding Intimacy 

Avoiding Decisions