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2012-01-12T01:17:00.000-08:00

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The Long Wekkend - Author Interview & Giveaway.

2012-01-12T00:01:00.000-08:00

The Long Weekend by Savita Kalhan

Sam knows that he and his friend Lloyd made a colossal mistake when they accepted the ride home. They have ended up in a dark mansion in the middle of nowhere with man who means to harm them. But Sam doesn't know how to get them out. They were trapped, then separated. Now they are alone. Will either of them get out alive? This gripping and hypnotic thriller will have you reading late into the night.

From Goodreads

The Trailer

Interview with Savita Kalhan

1. In between writing and reading, what do you like to do?
Both writing and reading involve a lot of sitting down, so I try to get to the gym most days. I also have an allotment and grow my own vegetables, and there’s always a ton of digging and weeding that needs doing! I love tennis and play as much as my creaky knees allow me to!

2. Describe your novel Twitter style. 140 Characters or less. GO!
The Long Weekend - a tense thriller about two boys who are abducted by a psychopath. This book will get inside your head and under your skin

3. In the Long Weekend, Sam and Lloyd make a wrong decision and are abducted after school and find themselves fighting to survive. Many people in the real world can go through a situation like this, and I think we usually tiptoe around these subjects. Nobody wants to imagine what could happen. What made you go into this subject and make it a novel?
A frightening warning went round the local schools about a man trying to get kids into his car. Something about it struck a chord with me. It’s actually scarily easy for a kid to make a mistake and get in the wrong car given the right circumstances. As I began to think about it, the main two characters of the book appeared, and I knew I had to write their story. I did keep in mind the fact that younger teenagers might pick up the pick to read, so much of the tension and the scary stuff is not explicitly described. I’ve heard readers say that imagining it actually makes it even more scary...

4. Would you say it was hard to write this book? And if so what was the toughest part?
Much of the book was very easy to write because I had Sam, the main character, inside my head. His voice propelled the story forwards. Yes, there were some hard bits to write. In The Long Weekend there are some difficult scenes, heart-breaking scenes, that were hard to write. The toughest scene was when Sam is hiding under the bed. I won’t say any more about it...

5. What have you seen that readers take from your book? What do they learn or what impression do they end up with?
That all depends on the age of the reader. Younger teenagers read the book like a thriller: some of them don’t even realise the full significance of what has happened to Lloyd. That’s fine because they still take so much away from the book – about loyalty and survival, and about thinking before they are invited inside a car that isn’t driven by one of their parents. The book is actually far scarier for older teenagers, young adults and adults. They know what has really happened and they find it devastating. But whatever the age of the reader, they all devour the book – usually in one sitting, and that makes me really happy!

6. What makes The Long Weekend different to other thrillers?
There are very few thrillers published for teens and young adults, fewer still with serious themes of abuse at their core, and even fewer where the book is a thriller that can read by a very diverse group of people, from the very reluctant secondary school reader, to young adults, to older adults, and parents. It crosses all boundaries and age groups and 99% of its readers have said that they would highly recommend it! I’m not going to argue with that.

7. Since Valentines Day is coming: Name a YA book you have a crush on (or character)
Ooh, that’s a really hard one! There are two characters that I’ve had a crush on – Conal and Seth MacGregor from Gillian Philip’s Firebrand and Bloodstone. I highly recommend you check them out!

8. Between You and Me, what’s in store for the future?
Lots more books, I hope! I’ve got a couple of things in the publishing pipeline, but I can’t say anymore about them just yet. You’ll have to watch this space...
Or follow me on Twitter @savitakalhan and check out my Facebook page for news http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Long-Weekend-Savita-Kalhan/117223691628538?sk=wall
I’ve got a website too – http://www.savitakalhan.com

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The Long Weekend by Savita Kalhan
Published by Andersen Press
www.savitakalhan.com

The Long Weekend book trailer

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14TfYyHgD6Y

The Poet, a short story by Savita Kalhan

Published in Even Birds are Chained to the Sky, by Fine Line Publishing

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Even-Birds-Chained-Other-Tales/dp/0956761054/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_t_1

2012-01-11T22:20:00.000-08:00

I'm in the middle of a Book Collapse. I've been trying to read 5 Books at the same time and I am mixing all the plot-lines and driving myself nuts.

So here's my reading schedule and I'll compromise to it. really compromise.
*Clockwork Angel & Clockwork Prince
*Cut [only 30 more pages]
*Wandering Stars
*Where She Went
*Perfect

Problem Solved.

onto something actually interesting:
There are some GIVEAWAYS coming soon!!! More like Tomorrow! [Wandering Stars is on Friday]

So make sure to stop by :D! and speaking of Giveaways, I'm planning by Blogoversary Giveaway and I'm also planning a giveaway for when I reach 1000 *Squeeee!!!!!!!!!!!!!* They will be awesome and you'll want to enter because of reasons.

and speaking of awesome, I'm sure you guys know I'm a music freak so this is my most recent playlist. Most of the music there is super weird but I Love it, you should give it a try :)

Sky Ferreira - One & Obsession
Take That - Love Love [this one is soooo addictive.]
Ellie Goulding - Lighs
Jessie J - Domino
Ron Pope - A Drop in the Ocean, Never Let You Go & Wherever You Fo
Jason Walker - Echo
Daughtry - His new album. ALL of it. It's pure genius. especially Who's They.
The Script - Break even.

Vintage Valentine's Day Clip Art - Sweet Cherub

2012-01-11T17:22:00.000-08:00

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This is a nice one for your Valentine's Day Craft Projects! It's a sweet Victorian Cherub passing out some Pink Roses!

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Tanjavur Temple Statue Different Photos

2012-01-11T12:28:00.000-08:00

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2012-01-11T10:47:00.000-08:00

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2012-01-11T10:28:00.000-08:00

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Cool Badge Mosaics by Joe Black

Posted: 10 Jan 2012 06:31 PM PST

Joe Black uses thousands of tiny badges with different images to form one amazing portrait. To be able to look at it up close is truly remarkable. Another thing that is surprising is that each one of the used badges is custom made by Joe Black himself.

Visit his site here to see more of his works.

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Vintage Clip Art - Black and White Airplanes

2012-01-11T10:00:00.000-08:00

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Today is Amelia Earhart day, so I thought I would post these cute Vintage Airplane or Aeroplane graphics from an old Type book! There are a few options, 2 different style planes. both with and without clouds around them.

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Antique Graphic - Fancy Dancer with Tricorn Hat

2012-01-10T17:06:00.000-08:00

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Isn't she fantastic!!! I'm not really sure if she was a Dancer or an Actress, either way this Fancy Lady has such a wonderful Costume! I love her powdered Wig and Tricorn Hat, and her outfit is fabulous!!

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Blogger Lift #36

2012-01-10T12:08:00.000-08:00

Blogger Lift:

Blogger Lift Is Hosted Here. and in Goodreads on YABC. Blogger Lift is a feature in which I'll promote blogs I follow and that I recommenced you.

Blogger Lift is Filled until next year! Thank you to all the Blogger who have participated and those who Signed Up!

More Info on Blogger Lift:
Requirements Of Blogger Lift

Featured this week

The Book Bunny

Hello, my name is Sarah. But online I am known as Bunny or Book Bunny.
I’ve loved reading for as long as I can remember. I didn’t start off reading book after book, it was a gradual thing. And my reading habit started with the Uglies Series by Scott Westerfeld back around the time that they were released. I loved those books (and still do) and I have been reading everyday ever since. My list of books to read has grown, as well as my love of books. So stick around, check out some of my posts, to find out what I’m all about.

The Interview

1. In Between Writing and Reading what do you like to do?
I love my family so I love to do family oriented things, (For example Boat Rides, Swimming, Movies exc.) but in between Writing and Reading by myself, I very much enjoy photography. There is just something about taking a picture and being able to keep the memory. (corny, I know.) I love Sign Language, it is a passion of mine and I plan to continue with it and hope to someday be fluent. I love anime, and tv in general, although my book obsession has taken the lead over the past few years.

2. Convince me to join your blog twitter style. 140 Characters or less. GO!
Books of all kinds, all the time. So seriously, You, Me Let's Tweet! #Nerd

3. A Pastry. A Cookie. A Chocolate.
Croissant. Coconut Macaroon. Anything White Chocolate

4. If [Hypothetically] you where abducted by Aliens to do some research and they'd ask for a good book recommendation, what would you recommend :)?
Hmmm...kind of a hard question. So many good books, naturally I would say the Uglies series by Scott Westerfeld, but I would also probably say the Hunger Games series because I have been recommending it a lot lately. (not that there are many people left who have not read the Hunger Games) Both good series, if anyone hasn't read either of them yet, and is a fan of dystopian, I recommend them. If not...I recommend them anyway. =]

5. Upcoming release you are most exited about?
I am most definitely excited about the Uglies Graphic Novel! As I said in the previous question, when I mentioned the Uglies series. I am super excited for this due to the fact that is in a different characters perspective. (and I just found out that my best friend pre-ordered it for me for Christmas so I am even more excited) Another book would be Someone Else's Life by Katie Dale, or Glimmer by Phoebe Kitanidis and more. There are quite a few interesting novels coming out this year. At least by the synopsis' that I have read.

6. Reading Goals for this 2012?
My goals for my blog this year is to post 50 posts, read 25 books (I am starting college & I am a slow reader) and to read 10,000 pages. I'm pretty sure that I can do it. I'm determined.

7. and now a detailed description of your blog :)
An Adult & YA book blog, I read & then review the book, I participate in (monthly) weekly meme's, and write and talk about all things bookish. I plan to do giveaway's in the future but after I get more established as a blogger. I started my blog the end of this past year when I accidentally came across a book blog. Wow! Was I missing out, I wish I had started a blog years ago, and so here I am! Now blogging and sharing my love of books with people all over the place. As I said, I'm new and I plan to keep on reading and keep on reviewing so be sure to check out my links. Don't be shy just say hi! ;] I don't bite.

I can be found here-
Blog: http://thebookbunny.wordpress.com/
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/user/BookBunnyRev...
GoodReads: http://www.goodreads.com/thebookbunny
Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/The_BookBunny

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Vintage Clip Art - Eagle with Nest and Babies

2012-01-10T10:00:00.000-08:00

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Did you know that January 10th is Save The Eagles Day? Well it is... it's also my Anniversary, but that doesn't really have anything to do with this post! Anyway, this is an Engraving of an Eagle with 2 babies in the Nest. This one comes from an 1880's book. I made a couple of color versions, including a Navy Blue one that could be used for Patriotic

Nipper's Nook

2012-01-10T06:07:00.000-08:00

Nipper's Nook

The Farm House: Chapter 3B

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 09:32 AM PST

Continuing from last time...

Since coming to Maine and breaking out of his shell, Eric had begun to really enjoy taking road trips with his friends. After his first year in Maine, he went home to California for the summer and used that time to earn a little more money that would allow him to purchase a car: a four-door, five-speed, manual-transmission, Honda. Towards the beginning of his second year, he took five days and drove across the country back to Maine. It was, naturally, the first time that he had ever done anything like that by himself and the experience greatly liberated him. The thought of driving across the country, by himself would have frightened him to death a year ago, but now it thrilled him and stirred his long-slumbering sense of adventure.

"You know Pam, I've been thinking. Yeah, I know, something I don't do all that often, but if I decide to hold off on making a decision on selling, how about getting a bunch of us together and spending our Christmas break up there? You know, depending on what happens, of course."

Pam looked over at Eric and gave him a big thumbs- up for the idea."Yeah, that would be a great idea! We could bring-up all of our supplies and have an extended party. You know, we could even bring a turkey and cook it for Christmas."

Suddenly, Eric was getting into this thing, "You know, this is sounding better and better, but Pam, do you even know how to cook a turkey?"

Laughing, Pam replied, "Sure, there's nothing to it, just pop it in the oven and bake it for four or five hours. What could be easier?"

Eric just laughed, "I believe that it's a little more complicated than that, but don't worry, I've done it before and I can take care of that job. By the way, who do you want to invite to our little party?"

Glancing over at Pam, Eric saw that he had no need to worry on that account, because she was already writing a list of who to invite and what supplies they would need. As they rolled into Portland, Pam broke-out the map and played navigator as they tried to find the location of the law office.

"Okay, you take a left at the next light and the office should be on the right-hand side."

Eric merged over to the right lane. "Thanks, I got it."

Turning the Honda into the parking lot, he started to get a little nervous about what was going to happen. After all, he had never inherited anything before and didn't know what to expect. The office building was one of the tallest buildings in Portland and seemed very ritzy. There was the usual lobby, but this one seemed to be adorned with plants and chandeliers and it even had an aquarium with exotic fish in it. Actually, it looked more like the lobby for a hotel than an office building. Spying the security desk, Eric walked up and asked for directions to the law office.

"Hi, my name is Eric Peterson and I have an appointment with a Bob Conner, he's a lawyer here."

The security guard looked up and said, "Yes, his offices are located on the twelfth floor. Just go to the elevators on your right."

"Thank you," Eric replied.

Taking Pam's hand, they walked to the elevator to catch a ride. While this may have seemed like just another ordinary elevator ride, to Eric, this would be one ride that would change his life forever.

Well, I hope you enjoyed this little preview. Thanks for reading!
Copyright © 2010 by Tim A Hicks. All Rights Reserved

The Farm House on Smashwords

Read from the first installment here... The Farm House Chapter: 1A

Emila's Illustrated Blog

2012-01-10T05:19:00.000-08:00

Emila's Illustrated Blog

Buying perfume without leaving home

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 10:56 PM PST

I ordered a perfume, Salvatore Ferragamo Incanto Bloom from perfumeStore.sg the other day, and wow! I was happily surprised that Mr. PosLaju came ‘honk, honk’ this morning at my gate! Delivery is fast! Here’s my Incanto Bloom: I sprayed it on right away. Oh, the smell is wonderful! At first look from PerfumeStore.sg, I [...]

Ejaan yang betul

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 05:05 PM PST

Sebagai seorang yang sedang menjalankan Kempen Gunakan Bahasa Melayu Dengan Betul, ingin Kak Emila membebel di sini, bahawa ejaan yang betul juga termasuk didalam kempen tersebut. Banyak ulasan yang Kak Emila terima rata-ratanya menggunakan bahasa ringkas. Kalau hendak gunakan perkataan ‘slang’ boleh tetapi ejalah dengan sepenuhnya. Pastikan juga huruf besar dipermulaan ayat. Maaf jika Kak [..]

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

2012-01-10T01:18:00.000-08:00

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Year of the Dragon

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 10:01 AM PST

In about two weeks, we are celebrating Chinese New Year. Last month, I created these Dragon products. I don't know if you still remember or not.

These are NOT from me but these are my favorite :D

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Instant Art Printable - Natural History - Honey Bees

2012-01-09T17:27:00.000-08:00

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This is from one of my favorite books! It's from an 1840's Natural History Book. This one shows 3 busy Honey Bees, buzzing around a flower engraving! I've included a High Resolution Printable as well as one of the Bees with the background removed.

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2012-01-09T10:29:00.000-08:00

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Battlestar Galactica 1878 Promotional Artwork by Frank Frazetta

Posted: 08 Jan 2012 07:01 PM PST

Fantasy Art fans will remember this one, ABC's Battlestar Galactica promotional artworks in 1978 features the work of Fantasy Art Master Frank Frazetta. They have commissioned him to do three pieces for promoting their Sci-Fi show. These were also used in other promotional materials like TV guides, Book Covers and the like.

via: space1970

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Manipulated and Digital Art

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Sunday Safari Nice Mice

2012-01-09T09:31:00.000-08:00

Domenico Gnoli

, Souris Blanche sur la nappe, 1967

Mouse-shaped box, Manufacture de Mennecy, 18th century, via

Brian Wildsmith, thanks to

The Art of Children's Picture Books

Iliane Roels, illustration from The Mouse, 1969, thanks to

art.crazed

Leo Lionni,

Frederick

(follow the link to the see the video adaptation)

Jason LaFerrera

Yvonne Gilbert

, illustration from The Wild Swans

Miki Sato

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Picture This #3

2012-01-09T07:00:00.000-08:00

Picture This

This meme was originally called Daily Dose and it was hosted by Good Golly Miss Holly, but she apparently stopped doing it :( and I just Love it SO MUCH! So I'll keep doing it but with a name of my own :) Picture This is a meme where I feature Lovely Pictures I find Between here and there and it's featured on Mondays :)

& One More ♥

Brag Monday - Collage Card & French Tray

2012-01-09T04:00:00.000-08:00

It's time for Brag Monday #118! Once again I'm bragging about two more projects from the last Brag Monday party.

This weeks Craft pick is: This charming Sewing Themed Collage Card from Betty at BeeBee Stamps! Betty used several of the Vintage Sewing Images to make this wonderful card! The full details, on the various bits she used here, can be found on her blog.

This weeks DIY Pick

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

2012-01-09T02:17:00.000-08:00

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Capture Memories

Posted: 09 Jan 2012 12:35 AM PST

60% Off Photo Wrapped Canvas Prints!

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Ends Thursday (12 Jan)

At this moment I am working on Butterfly and Dragonfly series and these are on canvas.

I don't create much canvas products. These are my posters on photography and clip art, let me know if you like them and want me to put into canvas.

Instant Art - Pink and White Botanical Printable

2012-01-08T17:00:00.000-08:00

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This is another one for my Instant Art Series! This beautiful Pink and White Botanical Print came out of a Circa 1855 Book. I've created 2 versions, one smaller one with the background removed, and the full size version with the creamy paper background.

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Hilarious and Unusual Jello Creations

2012-01-08T09:03:00.000-08:00

Vintage Download - Steampunk Brushes for Photoshop

2012-01-08T08:44:00.000-08:00

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(Please note if we go over the bandwidth limit on this file, you may need to wait a couple of days and try again. I believe there are only a certain number of downloads allowed each day for this type of file)

I've got something special to share with you today!!! My pal Heather, over at Dollar Store Crafts , created this fabulous set of Free

Nipper's Nook

2012-01-08T06:06:00.000-08:00

Nipper's Nook

The Farm House: Chapter-3A

Posted: 07 Jan 2012 09:49 AM PST

Continuing from last time...

Since the next day was Friday and he did not have any classes, Eric called the lawyer's office and set-up an appointment for later that afternoon. Luckily, Pam didn't have classes either, so she was able to go with him. They walked to the Student Union Building, grabbed a sack lunch, and then headed for I-95 and the 2 ½ hour drive to Portland.

"Thanks for inviting me along, Eric. I'm so glad to be able to get away from campus for a while. Ever since I became an RA, it seems like I never get a chance to go anywhere anymore."

Eric glanced over at Pam and said, "Hey, I'm glad you were able to come, too. I know that it's not going to be the most exciting day we could have, but maybe when we're done, we could go find something fun to do."

Adjusting her sunglasses Pam said, "That sounds great and because I have elected to give up my valuable Friday to accompany you on this little adventure, at the very least, I think that I deserve a lobster dinner."

"I couldn't agree more and that's why I took the liberty of making reservations at the Red lobster."
Eric had to duck to try and miss Pam's jab, but the sore arm was well worth the comment.

Adjusting the radio, Pam asked, "You know Eric, I was wondering what you plan to do now that you are soon to be the owner of a farm?"

"You know, I've been thinking about that and I'll probably end up selling it. Listen, you know that I'm studying to be a history professor and I don't know the first thing about running a farm. I mean, does it have cows and horses? Are there crops that need tending? I'm a city boy, I have no clue about that kind of stuff."

Pam studied Eric, "I realize that, Eric, but you really need to keep your options open. Just try and not make any decisions until you actually see the place. You never know what you might find."

"Yeah, I'll keep that in mind," Eric mumbled. Except for the occasional chitchat, Pam left Eric to his thoughts for the rest of the trip. She knew that this could not be an easy decision for him to make, especially since he hadn't even seen the place yet.

As for Eric, he was frantically trying to figure out what to do. He's on his way to take ownership of a farm that has been in his family for over four-hundred years. If he decides to sell it, as he is intending, that means that he would be responsible for throwing away a huge chunk of family history. On the one hand, how could he possibly manage to handle a farm and his studies? Here he is, a twenty-three year old guy on the fast-track to a PhD and a promising career as a college professor, who suddenly gets presented with a four- hundred year old farm. On the other, there's a truckload of guilt being laid at his feet if he sells the farm. After all, who wants to known as the killer of the family history? Can't you just smell the guilt?

"Uh Pam, I know you think that I should wait to make a decision, but I really think that I might have to sell it. I mean, there is just no way that I'm going to be able to handle all my school work and a farm. Also, how will I even be able to afford the place? I really don't know what to do, but I'll keep my options open."

"Look Eric, I'm not here to tell you how to run your life, I just want you to make an informed decision and in order to do that, you need to have all the facts lined-up in front of you. I know that you'll make the right choice and I'll be there for you."

Eric glanced over at Pam and said, "Thanks Pam, I appreciate that."

With that decided, they spent the remaining time enjoying the countryside.

To be continued...

Copyright © 2010 by Tim A Hicks. All Rights Reserved

The Farm House on Smashwords

Read from the first installment here... The Farm House Chapter: 1A

picture of a dove

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World famous Fisherbirds

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vacation spain

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islands of the caribbean

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trade show

2012-01-08T05:14:00.000-08:00

OLD DOLPHIN

2012-01-08T05:05:00.000-08:00

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

2012-01-08T01:31:00.000-08:00

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Cute Bear
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Cute Bear

Posted: 07 Jan 2012 04:00 PM PST

I made this bear series few weeks ago. But I forgot to share in here :(( They are available as t-shirts, cards, necklace and mug. It is perfect Valentine's gift for your lover. So far, I made only this bear for the necklace. But if you like other of my bear for your necklaces, feel free to contact me.

Be Mine by graphicdesign
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Thanjavur Temple Rare Photos Part Ii

2012-01-08T00:26:00.000-08:00

IMM #24

2012-01-07T19:37:00.000-08:00

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Sorry! I talk really fast! that has always been one of my biggest flaws :/

Won a copy of The Keeper by Jessica Crawford Vernold

Some Swag I won over @Books Complete Me

and some Swag over @I'm a Book Shark

Thanks Mickey!

*Note to Mickey: I swear that was the best Handwriting I could manage x)

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Victorian Graphic - Ladies Hand with Red Rose

2012-01-07T16:54:00.000-08:00

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Here's a classic Victorian image. This one shows a Ladies Hand holding a Red Rose! Lovely details on this one with her Lace Cuff and Fancy Jewelry.

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Latest Wallpapers

2012-01-07T15:52:00.000-08:00

Beautiful Free Wallpapers for your desktop
By Ivan Tokic

Free Wallpapers for your desktop new life is quite boring and time again the same old wallpaper on your desktop. Change of plan are always welcome, especially if it is absolutely beautiful and free. There are many available online for free Wallpapers. You have to search for "Free Desktop Wallpapers for" a Google-like search, and you will have a long list of sites that offer this table backgrounds, free download. You can click on any of these sites and select the picture you want.

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Animals Shoot at Correct Time

2012-01-07T11:26:00.000-08:00

Munnar Mattupetty Route Photos Part Ii

2012-01-07T10:53:00.000-08:00

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2012-01-07T10:38:00.000-08:00

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Vintage Clip Art - Ladies Fans

2012-01-07T10:28:00.000-08:00

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Here are a couple of lovely Ladies Victorian Fans! These came out of an 1880's book, from a chapter on Etiquette. I think the one at the top is a really versatile image, as their is a space where you can write on it. It would make a nice place card perhaps, or maybe you could use it on an Invitation! These would also make great Photoshop Brushes!

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

2012-01-07T01:07:00.000-08:00

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Olympics 2012

Posted: 06 Jan 2012 04:00 PM PST

I made few Olympics products last weekend. At this moment, they are available as t-shirts and mugs. It is simple, I hope you like it.

London by graphicdesign
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Some of interested Olympics London 2012 ( <----click the link to see MORE) merchandise in the marketplaces.

Impulse - Ellen Hopkins

2012-01-06T19:03:00.000-08:00

Impulse by Ellen Hopkins
Date Released: January 23rd 2007
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry
Pages: 666 pages
Date Read: December 31st 2011
Format: Hardcover
Source: Amazon

Summary:

Sometimes you don't wake up. But if you happen to, you know things will never be the same.

Three lives, three different paths to the same destination: Aspen Springs, a psychiatric hospital for those who have attempted the ultimate act -- suicide.

Vanessa is beautiful and smart, but her secrets keep her answering the call of the blade.

Tony, after suffering a painful childhood, can only find peace through pills.

And Conner, outwardly, has the perfect life. But dig a little deeper and find a boy who is in constant battle with his parents, his life, himself.

In one instant each of these young people decided enough was enough. They grabbed the blade, the bottle, the gun -- and tried to end it all. Now they have a second chance, and just maybe, with each other's help, they can find their way to a better life -- but only if they're strong and can fight the demons that brought them here in the first place.

From Goodreads

My Review:

It’s hard to review this book, it really is. Suicide is not something to be taken lightly, and it is also something very hard to grasp. Something that we usually tiptoe around, nobody wants to be that close to death. Ever. What makes it so shocking is to wonder: What can drive a person to such ending? Why is it that they couldn’t see beyond their current situations, and why they had nothing left to loose.

It was especially hard for me to read this because I’ve been in this sort of situation, think of me as Vanessa [If you have read the book] if not, well, you need to read it, you really do. Everything was so real, and I actually thought I was going to have trouble keeping up with the writing style, but no, it was really easy to follow and to get into it.

Impulse shows the life of mainly three teens, though there are more people interned in Aspen Springs, and you get to catch a glimpse of them. Impulre really shows this: Some people will make it. Others won’t. In school, in a marathon, in life, in anything you can think about. Some people aren’t strong enough. Some people don’t want to fight anymore. They all act on their Impulse.

A strong story that comes with stronger decisions. If you’ve read titles such as Forbidden by Tabitha Suzuma or Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher, Impulse is a must-be in your shelf

“Love means holding on to someone just as hard as you can because if you don't, one blink and they might disappear...forever.”

Vintage Graphic - Musical Cats

2012-01-06T17:32:00.000-08:00

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Well this is an amusing little card, don't you think?! You can never go wrong with Musical Cats, is what I always say! These 3 talented Kitties were used as an ad for Cast Iron Stoves. Cute!

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Free Desktop Wallpapers

2012-01-06T15:47:00.000-08:00

Wallpapers for the holidays - How to Free Desktop Wallpapers
By Harry K Willioms

Christmas wallpapers for computer screens and mobile phones to help us for the festive spirit. Many own or any other types of instruments, so they look festive mood Desktop picture of their favorite tools. There are several places on the web where you can upload photos of your choice, but some places are not so good, so you should be careful where you choose the photos.

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designer's depot

2012-01-06T09:39:00.000-08:00

designer's depot

The Art of Meggs

Posted: 05 Jan 2012 07:13 PM PST

Meggs is a well known street artist from Melbourne, Australia. He usually uses aerosol and stencils to make very bold and expressive paintings. He is also one of the founding members of Everfresh Studios, Australia's most renowned street art collectives. He has made numerous solo exhibits and large mural works. His artworks are being sold in various auctioneers in Paris, Sydney and London. Meggs has recently had his artworks exhibited by the National Gallery of Australia and the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.

via: houseofmeggs.com

Designer’s Depot: the best source for artists, designers and art lovers.

Vintage Clip Art - Antique China Plate - 4 Options

2012-01-06T09:00:00.000-08:00

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These pretty Antique China Plate Graphics came from an Old Wanamaker's Dept Store Catalog, that I picked up recently. Most likely they date to around 1880-1890. The original is the black and white, but I had fun making a few more colors for you to choose from! I think the black one would look really nice transferred onto Place Mats along with my Vintage

Nipper's Nook

2012-01-06T06:05:00.000-08:00

Nipper's Nook

Friday Fotos: 1/6

Posted: 05 Jan 2012 08:30 PM PST

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Emila's Illustrated Blog

2012-01-06T05:12:00.000-08:00

Emila's Illustrated Blog

Original painted postcard exchange

Posted: 05 Jan 2012 05:07 PM PST

The last time I exchanged original painted postcards was few years back (2007) when I received beautiful paintings on postcards by Laurel Gaylord, Eugina Gina, Laura Taylor Mark and Zarifi Haidar. Original painted postcard by Laurel Gaylord Now I am itching to do this exchange again. Do you like the idea? If you do,I [...]

Wallpaper Desktop Free

2012-01-06T03:27:00.000-08:00

Search Free Desktop Wallpaper
By Josh riverside

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Juliana's Bits and Pieces

2012-01-06T02:19:00.000-08:00

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

Different kind of birds

Posted: 05 Jan 2012 09:03 AM PST

My newest canvas photography from our last visited to Van Blankendaell Park. Besides canvas, available as poster as well. If you like the photo and want me to put in different products, please let me know.

Vintage Graphic - Ornate Rose Tag - Label

2012-01-05T17:45:00.000-08:00

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This is a lovely little piece, that includes a big Pink Rose on an ornate French Frame! This would make a great Tag or Label.

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Blogger Lift #35

2012-01-05T12:27:00.000-08:00

Featured this week

A Book Lovers Review

The Interview

1.-In Between Writing and Reading what do you like to do?
I love spending time with my family and going to my son's baseball games but I also go to many book signings. It's so much fun meeting and talking to the authors. You get lots of insight into their books and sometimes extras. It helps you get a clear vision of their world and characters. I've actually had lunch with Simone Elkeles and it was such a dream come true. She is so awesome and down to earth. I had the best time.

2. Convince me to join your blog twitter style. 140 Characters or less. GO!
Look for the next great read and the best giveaways? Then there's no better place to be in the blog-o-sphere than A Book-Lovers Review.com!
(this is harder than it sounds.lol=)

3.- A Season. A Day. A Month
Fall is my favorite season. I love to see the different colored leafs and the temp is just right. It's a good time to read a book outside.

I say Friday is my favorite day of the week. It's the beginning of the weekend *shrugs* what else needs to be said=)

October is my favorite month because of Halloween. There is just something about dressing up and being someone else for the night that I have always loved.

If you are wondering, I'm the one in the middle in red with the Afro.

4.-Lets say Hypothetically that you are abducted by Aliens. And they are generous enough to let you take your favorite book. Just One book. Which book would you take?
Well I have so many to choose from and I do have a lot of eBooks but I'm going to assume there is no way to charge my iPad so I have to go with a paperback copy of something. Let's see. Right now I would say

5.- Upcoming Release you are most exited about :) and best book of 2011 :) [there's no need to answer the last question if the answer to number 4 is a book from 2011]
Jeezz there are so many. Here is a small list:
TBA (Fullriders #1) by Simone Elkeles
The Girl I Used To Be by Meranda Kenneally
Noah (5ht Steet #1)by Elizabeth Reyes
Black Heart by Holly Black
City of Lost Souls by Cassandra Clare
Lover Reborn by J.R. Ward
I'm missing so many but these are all I can come up with right now.

6.- Now the Holiday Question: if you could create a Book Related Holiday, what would you call it and what would we do?
We have a Drop Everything and Read Day at the elementary school I work at. We have tons of literacy activities with the kids and it's so much fun. It would be cool to make it an official holiday.

7.- and now a detailed description of your Blog :)
I started my blog in 2009 for a school project not intending to expand my followers beyond family and friends. They ALWAYS saw me with a book and would often ask me about it. I got a little tired of always repeating myself so I told them I was going to start a blog and they could sign up for email notifications. But, as time went on I started getting more and more followers I decided that this was truly a great place to share my love of book by not only posting reviews but sharing some great signed books and posting interviews with authors.The Genres I support on my blog and post reviews for are as follows:

Any YA: Fiction, Romance, Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, Science Fiction, Romantic Suspense, Steampunk and Dystopian.

Any Adult: Fiction, Romance, Erotica, Urban Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, Science Fiction, Romantic Suspense, Steampunk and Dystopian.

I have been known to dabble in other genres (classics, legal thrillers,memoir)but for the most part I read and review (mostly) YA.

I hope you have enjoyed getting to know me better. I look forward to seeing you around the blog-o-sphere.

Young Adult Faeries & Fantasy Giveaway Hop

2012-01-05T10:50:00.000-08:00

My Best Friend is a HUGE Fan of Faeries and she decided to help me out with this Giveaway :D!

Thanks Elaine!

We Have 3 Packs to give Freshman and Amateur For US and Mexico Only! Sorry! :(
and the Fantasy pack, which is International :)

Freshman:

Courtesy of Elaine

Wicked Lovely (Wicked Lovely #1) by Melissa Mar - Paperback

Need (Need #1) by Carrie Jones - Paperback

Amateur:
Courtesy of Me

Iron Queen (Iron Fey #3) by Julie Kagawa - Paperback

Faerie Winter (Faerie #2) by Janni Lee Simmer - Hardcover

Fantasy - PDF's [Int]
Courtesy of Both:

Eyes Like Stars (Théâtre Illuminata #1) by Lisa Mantched - PDF
Haunting Violet by Alyxandra Harvey - PDF

There is only ONE ENTRY [ I hate having to do a bunch of stuff to win]
Just follow this blog in any way you want, choose your pack
and if you would be so kind to let me know if you prefer Google Docs or Rafflecopter

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Antique Clip Art - Pretty White Sewing Machine

2012-01-05T10:00:00.000-08:00

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This is a very pretty Antique Sewing Machine graphic from an old Wanamaker's Dept Store Catalog! There was no date on the catalog, but I'm guessing it dates around 1880 - 1890. Normally when you see these old Sewing Machines, they are black with gold on them. This one appears to have been light colored, maybe white or ivory. So lovely!

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Nipper's Nook

2012-01-05T06:11:00.000-08:00

Nipper's Nook

The Farm House: Chapter-2B

Posted: 04 Jan 2012 03:06 PM PST

Continued from earlier...

Eric slowly sat up in bed and looked around his small dorm room. It was just big enough to turn around in, but it was his home. Once again, he recalled the circumstances that landed him here at the University of Maine. A university that was clear across the country from where he grew up.

When I was in high school, I devoted so much time to my studies, that I neglected to save time for friends and as a result, grew more and more isolated from society. It soon became a routine of going to school, coming home and doing homework, then sleeping and finally, getting up at 3:00AM to deliver newspapers; only to have the cycle repeat itself.

It had become so bad that I even dreaded going out of my room for any reason. After I graduated from high school, I attended a University in town and continued the same old routine. Finally, after I got my degree, I knew that I would have to force myself to get a life and that meant leaving the comfort of this room and routine. With this on my mind, I applied for the University of Maine Graduate program in History and was accepted. No longer, would I be able to hide from people; I would be forced to live and eat with total strangers.

So, my dad and I packed-up the pickup and we drove across the country to Maine. At first it seemed as if the trip would be days of forced conversation, but after the first day, I actually started to enjoy talking to my dad. Towards the end of the journey, I found out things about my dad that I had never known before and for that, I was grateful. Arriving on campus and checking into my room, my dad and I spent the rest of the day just walking around, going to the zoo, and just talking. We had a final dinner together and than the next morning, I stood in the parking lot and watched my dad leave on his journey home. It was then that I discovered that I was truly now alone. It would be up to me to force myself to make friends or otherwise, it would be a long and lonely life.

Walking back to the dorm, I resolved to make myself stay out of my room as much as possible. With this in mind, when I found out that there was an opening on the university grounds crew, I quickly applied for a job and began work. I also forced myself to watch TV, not in the comfort of my tiny room, but out in the main lounge with the rest of the residents. Soon, I began to make friends, not only with the people that lived in my suite, but with others in the dorm. By forcing myself to be more active and by going places with my new friends, I discovered something that had been missing from my life all these years…fun.

Yes, I was actually having fun for the first time in my life and, by the end of that first year, I had made a number of lifelong friends. Now, in my second year I found that I truly enjoyed my life and was happy for the first time in years.

Eric slowly got out of bed and reached over to turn-on the coffee machine. Mornings were bad enough, but mornings without coffee were just unthinkable. With the coffee going, he put on his robe and began his usual morning routine with a walk down to the bathroom and a nice hot shower.
Walking down the narrow hallway to the bathroom, he ran into one of his suite-mates, "Hey, Steve, how's it going?"
Steve, who stood at a staggering six-feet, five inches staggered over and said, "I'm here, but other than that, I can't comment at the moment."
"I know exactly what you mean. There's coffee in my room if you want some. Just go on in."
Looking as if there was actually some life left in him, Steve muttered, "Thanks, man."
Eric lived in a dorm that housed about eighty students and was built in the form of an "H". If you looked at the "H", the middle part would be the main lounge on the first floor, a group of rooms, or suites, on the second floor, and a game room, kitchen, and laundry in the basement. The two legs of the "H" contained two groups of seven rooms on each floor, called suites. There would be eight students in each suite (suite-mates), which had a small, common lounge and a bathroom.
Once in the bathroom, Eric walked to the shower, reached in and turned the water on. Once the water was hot enough, he stepped into the shower and, standing under the streaming hot water, he started to go over the strange dream he had just had: Why would he be staying in a strange house in the first place? Would he actually be dumb enough to provoke a ghost, or whatever it was?
However, the main concern facing him was why he was having this dream in the first place. If this was the first time he had it, there would not be a problem and he could just chalk it up to random weirdness, but he has had this dream many times and they always ended in the same way: running away from something. Well, trying to run away from something, that is. It's such a strange sensation when you're in a dream and it feels as if you are running through mush. You run and you run, but you hardly move, while whatever is chasing you gets closer and closer. There must be a reason, but what is it?
Later, after another tough day of working on the grounds crew and then attending night classes, it felt great to be able to get back to the dorm and relax. As Eric walked through the front door Pam, the Resident Advisor on duty, handed him an official-looking letter and said, "This came for you today and it looks like it might be important, so just remember, if you've inherited a million bucks, I'm your gal."
"Thanks, Pammy, I always knew you wanted me for my money," Eric said, smiling.
Smacking him playfully upside the head, she blew him a kiss and walked back into the office.
Looking at the letter, Eric saw that it came by certified mail and that the return address seemed to be some sort of lawyer's office. Hey, what if Pam was right and he did inherit a million bucks? Oh well, things like that only happened to other people.
Opening the letter, Eric read through it once and then had to go back and read through it again. The letter stated that he had inherited a 400 year-old farm and some money from an uncle. It then went on to say that he would have to stop by the lawyer's office in Portland to sign some papers.
Turning towards Pam, he said, "Uh, Pam, is that offer still open?"

To be continued...

Copyright © 2010 by Tim A Hicks. All Rights Reserved

The Farm House on Smashwords

Read from the first installment here... The Farm House Chapter: 1A

Emila's Illustrated Blog

2012-01-05T05:39:00.000-08:00

Emila's Illustrated Blog

Top 10 January 2012 Commenters will win a calendar each!

Posted: 04 Jan 2012 07:58 AM PST

Do you fancy winning my 2012 illustrated calendar? If you do, I have 10 calendars to offer to the Top 10. The rules: - Contest ends on 31st January 2012, 11.59pm. - Opens to all readers, locally and internationally. - Just comment on any post. Have fun commenting! Winners will be announce on February [...]

Between Updates

2012-01-04T19:44:00.000-08:00

Zomigod, I just HAD To make a post about this! I Won 50 Dollars on Paypall over at

Full Moon Bites

For her 1 year Blogoversary :D! This is AWESOME

Thank You Luck!

and YES, I am conscious that my TBR Pile is HUGE, But Full Moon Bites is a Book Blog, so it is my obligations to spend it all in books :D!

I Think I'll be getting:

So exited!

and I also won a copy of Her Dear & Loving Husband

Looks, scary, I do hope it's reeeallly scary, I Love a good scare :D!

I'm so Happy that my mind is not working right, so I can't remember what other updates I had to give, but, meh, I'll remember later.

Now if you'll excuse me I'll go do a Happy Dance

Instant Art Printable - Map of Scotland

2012-01-04T17:44:00.000-08:00

Click HERE for the Full Size Printable PDF

I had a few requests for a Map of Scotland to go with the England and Ireland Maps that I posted recently! This one is also circa 1880's.

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Free Mobile Wallpaper

2012-01-04T16:07:00.000-08:00

Impress your friends with beautiful mobile Wallpapers
By nisha G.

We went to a drastic change after the introduction of advanced technologies: The availability of new technology, we have a modern look with just a mobile entertainment now we have a lot of fun elements in cell phones, so that we can easily spend our free time, including themes, tones, games , Wallpapers. The mobile entreatment Wallpapers increases with time. Cell phone Users want their mini gadget fresh and attractive, and that is why they often change their phone screen. Mobile phones are very necessary, because they also offer a complete entertainment on the current demand for individuals.

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The competition is increasing day by day, and more and more companies are trying to get the latest mobile Wallpapers for you to enter in order to maintain a tough competition. Users can add their cell phones more style in this Awesome feature wallpaper. This is the easiest way to flaunt your style and status. Moreover, there are millions of websites that offer free mobile Wallpapers to bring more traffic to websites. If "free" to speak about the power users know how many people are aware of their current budget and that if they get a chance to be free of collateral such funny things, then they would think that even without a time that such a facility free Wallpapers, Wallpapers for mobile users can be downloaded without cost: This can be attractive and fashion photos on their phone to their loved ones to be collateral impression. So, just visit the website to give new look to your phone.

Love Wallpapers

2012-01-04T16:01:00.000-08:00

Beautiful Love Wallpapers for Desktop
By Ivan Tokic

Love Wallpapers for your computer can be really beautiful day. There are many images that should be done with love, that is guaranteed to give you a smile that many people are familiar with hearts and bows and Supplies as symbols of love for one another, that it is this background, we should remind that special one, at any time of day. Love wallpaper for your desktop can be a loving message or a quotation, pictures and amateur sports. These words can have a powerful meaning, or just say "I love you, but one thing is for sure, every post you will feel warm and happy inside Hearts are very dynamic image, many people such as posters, because without it, especially love. About: They can be used as a general image create fresh and funky photos.

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Vintage Clip Art - Old Florist Advertising Sign

2012-01-04T10:00:00.000-08:00

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I have to say I think this one is pretty awesome!! This is from the 1870's Printer Sample book. This was used for a Florist originally. I think the Tussy Mussy shape is so fun and I love the gloved Victorian Hand holding it! I made a few options for you without the lettering, so that you can write whatever you like on it. I think it would be great for a

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2012-01-04T09:40:00.000-08:00

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The Art of Laura Bifano

Posted: 03 Jan 2012 07:54 PM PST

Laura Bifano paintings uses polygonal shapes for ordinary subjects and transforms them into extraordinary artworks that are reminiscent of classic video games. You can visit her site to see more of her works.

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Nipper's Nook

2012-01-04T06:09:00.000-08:00

Nipper's Nook

The Farm House: Chapter-2A

Posted: 03 Jan 2012 09:24 PM PST

Continued from last time...

Eric was alone in his uncle's house. The 11:00 O' Clock news was on and there was some story about a guy who raised a record-sized pumpkin and was exhibiting it at the fair. When they ran stories like that, you know that it was a slow news day. His uncle's cat Elsa, was doing her usual routine of sitting and staring at him; that cat wasn't good for much else…what cat is? It was when the news was over that Eric realized what happens next…bedtime. He knew that he would have to go to bed, but the thought frightened him, and he didn't seem to know why. It could have something to do with the fact that he would have to turn-off all the lights and try to sleep in the dark, empty, and let's not forget, BIG house. The fact that there were neighbors all around him did nothing to alleviate his anxiety. It was a well-known fact that when the lights went out, the ghosts came to life. Everybody knows that!
"Elsa, will you stop that tearing around like that! You had all day to play, there's no need to run around the house and…"
He stopped in mid-sentence when he saw what Elsa was doing. That stupid, brain-damaged cat was sitting at the base of the stairs and staring. As he sat there and looked at her, Elsa started growling and hissing into the dark stairwell. The feelings that washed over him were ones of fright and dread. Knowing that the stupid cat had seen or sensed something in the house, he knew that drifting off to sleep would not be an option until he went and checked things out. So, Eric got up out of his chair and did what any normal person would do and opened the front door. He did this not so he could run outside, but to give himself a sense of security. He knew that beyond the front door lay the neighbors and safety. It never occurred to him that the front door was a full 30 feet from the staircase door. However, in this case, it's the feeling that counts.
Eric slowly turned from the front door and started for the rear of the house. "Elsa, what do you think you're doing?"
The sound of his own voice comforted him, although it did nothing to alleviate the tension from Elsa. As Eric neared the staircase, turning on every light within his reach, he saw that Elsa's fur was standing on end and the growling grew louder. When Eric got to within a few feet of the doorway, Elsa started to back away, spitting at the door. It suddenly grew very cold in the hallway and Eric sensed something else; it was a feeling very hard to describe, but he felt the presence of evil and it seemed to be coming from the stairwell in waves. It took every ounce of strength his body could muster, to go those last few feet.
As he turned to look in the doorway, he comforted himself with his own voice by talking to Elsa, "It's okay Elsa, there's nothing up there."
As he looked up the curving stairway, he heard the sound of a creaking floorboard from above him. Elsa, always helpful, took off and headed for the laundry room at the other side of the house. Something was upstairs, when there shouldn't be anything there. The floorboard creaked again. There was definitely something walking around up there. Looking over his shoulder, Eric noticed that the front door was wide open and there was a clear shot to the outside.
Feeling brave, Eric looked back up the stairs and yelled, "Hey, you don't scare me you stupid ghost!"
All of a sudden, an inhuman howl roared through the house. It didn't come from just upstairs, but from all around him.
Turning back Eric yelled once more, "Come and get me, you jerk!"
As he turned and started to run for the front door, he heard the unmistakable sound of an immensely heavy footstep at the top of the stairs. Running for the door, Eric noticed that he was not really running at all. It felt as if something was pushing against him and slowing him down. The footsteps behind him grew louder, but now they also came from the direction of the basement. Eric tried to run faster, but it was like running through gelatin. The howls and the footsteps grew nearer from all sides, yet the front door seemed to be just out of reach. The overpowering sense of evil seemed to be suffocating him and making it harder to breathe. The howling grew deafening, the footsteps closer, the fear overpowering. Almost there, the front door is within reach. As Eric reached for the door, something touched his shoulder and as he turned around, he saw a sight that made him…
BZZZZZZZZZZZ, jolting awake to the sound of the alarm clock, Eric reached over and shakily shut it off. He didn't even consider hitting the snooze alarm, because he knew that there was no way that he would be able to get back to sleep after that dream. He had been having this dream off and on for most of his life, yet he just couldn't understand why he kept dreaming of that house. He'd never even seen that house before and yet, he's having these horrible dreams about it.

To be continued...

Copyright © 2010 by Tim A Hicks. All Rights Reserved

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Read from the first installment here... The Farm House Chapter: 1A

Juliana's Bits and Pieces

2012-01-04T01:19:00.000-08:00

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Join for contest and giveaway

Posted: 03 Jan 2012 01:12 AM PST

I rarely join a contest or giveaway. Because mostly, it is only for USA & Canada area and I live in the Netherlands. But yesterday, I joined the contest and giveaway from Online Shopping Mall. Who knows I can Win a Free Ad, Profile and Product Feature on Online Shopping Mall, Facebook, Google+ and $25 Visa Gift Card ^___^.

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dancergirl - Carol m. Tazman

2012-01-03T18:55:00.000-08:00

dancergirl by Carol M. Tazman
Date Released: November 15th 2011
Publisher: Harlequin
Pages: 248 pages
Date Read: December 17 2011
Format: ARC
Source: Netgalley

Summary:

Ever feel like someone's watching you? Me, too. But lately it's been happening in my room.

When I'm alone.

A friend posted a video of me dancing online, and now I'm no longer Alicia Ruffino. I'm dancergirl. And suddenly it's like me against the world—everyone's got opinions.

My admirers want more, the haters hate, my best friend Jacy—even he's acting weird. And some stalker isn't content to just watch anymore.

Ali. Dancergirl. Whatever you know me as, however you've seen me online, I've trained my whole life to be the best dancer I can be. But if someone watching has their way, I could lose way more than just my love of dancing. I could lose my life.

From Goodreads

My Review:

Stalkers happen to be one of the things that scare the bejeezus outta me. That, and the end of the world. And Ghosts. And The Dark. And a lot of other things.

No kidding. So when I saw that dancergirl was about a stalker I was like: YAY! lol, I Love a good scare :3 But dancergirl was just... Okay.

Don't get me wrong, dancergirl wasn't half bad, but I remember when I read Deadly Little Secret by Laurie Faria Stolar, I would go to bed all freaked out!

With dancergirl I found it very predictable who the stalker was, maybe it's because I have experience with this genre or something but, when they finally revealed who the stalker was, I was just like: I knew it!

It was entertaining, I really liked Ali's passion for dance and in general it was a good read. I'd suggest you read it on your way to Palms Spring. or San Fransisco. or on a plain. I don't know why but I just think It would be something good to read on the road. Just my opinion :)

“I remember what he was wearing. A navy-blue coat and that Harry Potter scarf."
"What the heck's a Harry Potter scarf?" Jacy snorts, "Low-rent Invisibility Cloak? Only your neck disappears.”

Instant Art Printable - Natural History - Birds in Nature

2012-01-03T18:35:00.000-08:00

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This is another one from the 1882 Natural History book that I picked up a couple of months ago! This one shows 3 charming Birds along side some water, a little stream or creek perhaps. Such a sweet scene, I love the colors too! The is a High Resolution print that you can print out and frame for some Instant Art!

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Vintage Garden Clip Art - Glass Cloche with Pots

2012-01-03T10:40:00.000-08:00

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This one comes from an 1870's Garden book. I have such a thing for Glass Cloches, they look great anywhere you put them! This one has 3 potted plants in and it, and there is a second makeshift one using a Wine Glass. What a great idea! I hope you can use these in your Garden themed projects!

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Emila's Illustrated Blog

2012-01-03T05:11:00.000-08:00

Emila's Illustrated Blog

School begins tomorrow!

Posted: 02 Jan 2012 11:46 PM PST

I am changing new cover wrappers to my son’s text books and writing his name on exercise books. I have procrastinated it until today. Gonna stick and iron his badge after this and iron all his school uniforms. 2 pairs each for primary school and agama school. I though I just wanna recycle last year’s [...]

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2012-01-03T01:02:00.000-08:00

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