In My Witchbox

So for this post I will be posting a few pics of induviual books but also a big picture of everything Ive gotten in the last two months.

Ok so the biggest books Ive gotten are the following:

These books I have gotten in print ARC or Finished Copy.  Thanks to the publishers and PR companies for sending them to me to read and review!

Other books I have gotten are in this picture! 

Sneak

Equality 4 All

After all the crap about Equality and Gay Rights I decided to get together with some other sites

 and do a Blog Hop. Raising money for a great cause along the way! 

This hop will run for the entire month of Nov. 

Each site that joins will have a giveaway that will be in the Rafflecopter.

To sign up:

1.  Click Here to Join > Fill out form

2. Send total amount due to endarine@gmail.com subject: E4A 

add your name to it so I know who you are. 

3. Add your link to the link list below

Take the button and add it to your site. 

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Add your link after you have filled out the form and paid your link All donations will go to www.Glaad.org  Below is the ABOUT info from their site.

For over 25 years, GLAAD has worked with news, entertainment and social media to bring culture-changing stories of LGBT people into millions of homes and workplaces every day. 

Why? Because words and images matter.

What people see in the media has a huge impact and GLAAD ensures images of LGBT people and allies grow acceptance, understanding and build support for equality.

GLAAD as a Storyteller

GLAAD moves people. By combining our expertise and resources, GLAAD amplifies the voice of our community to keep equality at the forefront of America’s cultural conversation. Our impact on newspapers, magazines, blogs, radio, television, movies and more transforms attitudes to bring about real change.

GLAAD as a Watchdog

GLAAD creates change. We hold the media accountable for the words and images they produce. When media is used as a platform to defame and stereotype LGBT people, GLAAD takes action. We leverage 25 years of media relationships and countless hours of media advocacy to send important messages against homophobia and discrimination.

GLAAD as an Advocate

GLAAD unites the movement. We strengthen grassroots organizations so they can leverage media, engage local communities, and advance social change. Right now, GLAAD is working with local organizations in more than 30 states to build support for equality. This collaboration with LGBT leaders and advocacy groups is key to increasing the visibility of our community, changing hearts and minds, and securing full and lasting equality.

Thank you for your interest in GLAAD's work

Please get to know more about GLAAD's work!

• Read GLAAD Blog - Daily posts about the latest LGBT news and GLAAD's work
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• Donate now - Donate to GLAAD today
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• Learn more about GLAAD:
  • Our Mission
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GLAAD's Mission

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) amplifies the voice of the LGBT community by empowering real people to share their stories, holding the media accountable for the words and images they present, and helping grassroots organizations communicate effectively. By ensuring that the stories of LGBT people are heard through the media, GLAAD promotes understanding, increases acceptance, and advances equality.

Dont want to be part of the hop but want to contribute then donate!

This button is only for donations.

The Violet Eden Chapters (Embrace Series)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 6, 2012 | Series: Embrace

It starts with a whisper: "It's time for you to know who you are..."
On her 17th birthday, everything will change for Violet Eden. The boy she loves will betray her. Her enemy will save her. She will have to decide just how much she's willing to sacrifice.

Dangerously exciting and darkly romantic, EMBRACE is a compelling novel of good and evil, seductive desires and impossible choices. A centuries old war between fallen angels and the protectors of humanity chooses a new fighter. It's a battle Violet doesn't want, but she lives her life by two rules: don't run and don't quit. If angels seek vengeance and humans are the warriors, you could do a lot worse than betting on Violet Eden.

LINCOLN: He's been Violet's one anchor, her running partner and kickboxing trainer. Only he never told her he's Grigori—part human, part angel—and that he was training her for an ancient battle between Angels and Exiles.

PHOENIX: No one knows where his loyalties lie, yet he's the only one there to pick up the pieces and protect her after Lincoln's lies. In a world of dark and light, he is all shades of gray.

Two sides: Angel or Exile.
Two guys: Lincoln or Phoenix.
The wrong choice could cost not only her life, but her eternity...

"In her YA paranormal romance debut, Jessica Shirvington combines "the badass-action of Vampire Academy, the complex love triangles of Twilight, and the angel mythology of Fallen, taken one step further." —Book Couture

"Shirvington's debut is smart, edgy and addictive—and sure to leave readers clamoring for the rest of the series."— Kirkus Reviews, STARRED

"One of the best YA novels we've seen in a while. Get ready for a confident, kick-butt, well-defined heroine." — RT Book Reviews

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I loved how strong [Violet] was...she was intelligent, clever, and focused.- Anastasia " - Bookish 

""Definitely a must read!!"- Blogger Tammy, Mel's Book Blog " - Mel's Book Blog

""...an enjoyable read and can't wait to find out... what happens with Violet, Phoenix and Lincoln in the next book"- Blogger Esther, Fictional Fantasy " - Fictional Fantasy 

""...pleasantly surprised."- Blogger Rebekah, Reading and Living on the Good Side of Life" - Reading and Living on the Good Side of Life

From the Back Cover

My girl,
Happy 17th birthday. I wish I could be there with you, but I think if you are reading this...I am not. For that, I am sorry. The day your dad and I found out we were going to have a baby was the happiest day of my long life. I know the only day that will exceed that joy will be the day you are born – no matter how that day ends.
A big decision lies ahead. The burden of the covenant is a heavy one to bear. Choose with your heart, for I already know that you, my girl, must let your heart guide the way.
I love you. Please forgive me.
Mom
Discover more at embracetheseries.com

My Review:  Thanks to Sourcebooks for sending me a review copy of this book!
When I got this book I was on break from all thing angels. I had just finished a lot of books with them and was just kind of done with that race. I really didnt want ANYTHING to do with them.

But, I worked through it and found a wonderful new series to fall in love with.  Jessica Shirvington isnt afraid to go there if you know what I mean. With sexy characters that you both love and love to hate. And a wonderful plot. I couldnt put Embrace down. And unlike a lot of books out there. Embrace has a meaning to the title.

*I was recently sent a copy of book 2 in this series (Embrace) called Entice.  So I had to go back and reread book 1. Which was a great idea as there were a lot of things that I had forgotten the first time around.

So even the second time reading Embrace I fell in love with all the characters all over again.

So Embrace was a big 5 stars both times.

Buy Links
Barns & Noble
Books a Million

Here is my org. review-


Angels have always had to dwell in the house of the lord. Always listen to the word of god. But, what if angels had free will? Would it be good or bad?
Well Embrace answers this question......and its NOT pretty!

This book has something in common with the House of Night books by P.C and Kristen Cast.

That just because something is light doesn't always mean that it is good.  As the goddess Nyx says:

Darkness does not alway equate to evil, Just as Light does not always bring good.

So my one BIG question in this book is where is god in all of this.  It seems that he/she has taken a vacation and is not around right now.  The angels have the reins and are using them to their advantage.

In the end this book was wonderful.  It was a little slow at times so take your time with it.  But it is worth reading!

Ill leave you with some words from the book and also from the bible.  (yes the bible can have some really good end lines lol!  Even me being a witch I can't deny that)

"This is your fate, the destiny I have planned for you......"

Jeremiah 13:25

And with that Farwell and May You Embrace YOUR Destiny!


Check out my Review of Entice on Aug. 28th!  Below is a link to pre-order Entice as well as the book description.

Book Description

Publication Date: September 4, 2012 | Series: Embrace

Every day Violet Eden wonders whether she made the right choice.
She still doesn't fully understand these powers she's been granted as a half-angel Grigori.  And worse, isn't even sure she's capable of using them. Stab someone through the heart? Really?
No matter how bad things get, though, Violet doesn't run and she doesn't quit. Even if it means she can never allow herself to love the guy she longs for. Even if it means asking her enemy for help. Even if no one is telling her the truth.
The war between Exiles and Angels is on—and she's wanted by both sides.

Inkwood Books Healthy, Seeking 'Right Person'

Inkwood Books Healthy, Seeking 'Right Person'

Inkwood Books Healthy, Seeking 'Right Person'

More on Inkwood Books, Tampa, Fla., the 20-year-old bookstore founded by Carla Jiminez and Leslie Reiner that is for sale.

For starters, the owners emphasize that the store is in great shape, business is continuing as usual and Inkwood is not closing.

As Jiminez wrote: "We are fortunate to be frugal debt-averse penny-pinchers and have a healthy shop with fine financials for the right person to carry on what we've created here."

And on Facebook, the store posted: "Inkwood is a wonderful turnkey opportunity, with healthy numbers and no debt, a great reputation near and far, and supportive customers. We expect a new owner will continue what we started with a seamless transition."

Sales at Inkwood continue to grow and the store is profitable. The owners, the Tampa Tribunewrote, are "only interested in selling to someone with a deep commitment to what the store stands for: independence, a love of books and a love of relationships with customers."

That search has gone well. "Early this summer," the paper continued, "the bookstore quietly contacted about 50 close supporters to let them know about a potential sale and gauge their interest in buying the operation. Since then, the list has been winnowed to four potential buyers."

Sony Reader PRS-T2 Launches

Sony Reader PRS-T2 Launches

Sony Reader PRS-T2 Launches

The Reader PRS-T2, Sony's latest touchscreen e-ink e-reader with new Facebook and Evernote features, is now available at $129.99. Cnet reported that "the 5.9-ounce T2, which comes in black, white, and red, looks very similar to last year's PRS-T1, but according to Sony, it brings some feature and performance improvements along with some tweaks to the button layout and design."
 

Wicked Wednesday: Melissa Marr's New Book-Releasing on September 4, 2012

Today is a GREAT DAY!  

Carnival of Souls by. Melissa Marr is NOW ready for PRE-ORDER!  

So click here to pre-order! 

Share and Comment to win a free kindle copy and a free print copy!  

You can follow for more entries. 

Just comment with what you did, who you did it as, and your email! 

Winners will get their copy Sept 5th! 

Book Description

Publication Date: September 4, 2012 | Series: Carnival of Souls

In a city of daimons, rigid class lines separate the powerful from the power-hungry. And at the heart of The City is the Carnival of Souls, where both murder and pleasure are offered up for sale. Once in a generation, the carnival hosts a deadly competition that allows every daimon a chance to join the ruling elite. Without the competition, Aya and Kaleb would both face bleak futures—if for different reasons. For each of them, fighting to the death is the only way to try to live.
All Mallory knows of The City is that her father—and every other witch there—fled it for a life in exile in the human world. Instead of a typical teenage life full of friends and maybe even a little romance, Mallory scans quiet streets for threats, hides herself away, and trains to be lethal. She knows it's only a matter of time until a daimon finds her and her father, so she readies herself for the inevitable. While Mallory possesses little knowledge of The City, every inhabitant of The City knows of her. There are plans for Mallory, and soon she, too, will be drawn into the decadence and danger that is the Carnival of Souls.
From Melissa Marr, bestselling author of the Wicked Lovely series and Graveminder, comes a brand-new tale of lush secrets, dark love, and the struggle to forge one's own destiny.

Editorial Reviews

Review

This is one novel that will be at the top of everyone’s to-read list. (Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) (Starred Review) )

About the Author

Melissa Marr is the author of the bestselling Wicked Lovely series and of Graveminder. She is also the co-editor, with Kelley Armstrong, of Enthralled: Paranormal Diversions. She lives in the Washington, DC, area.

More About the Author

› Visit Amazon's Melissa Marr Page

Biography

Hmm, I'm never good at the bio bit. I used to teach college & bartend, now I write novels. I love to meet new people, to hear their stories, to walk through new streets and see new vistas. I enjoy art in all its guises--graffiti, surrealist paintings, classic sculptures, tattoos, interesting buildings, Renoir, photography . . . Art & nature, they feed my soul & thus my muse.