Autumn Updates

Long time no see everyone! I swear I'm going to start getting better w/ this.

Lots has been going on for me over the past few months. So I'll try to hit the high points.

First,

My Etsy shop is finally staying a bit more active, though I could still use a little more love there! So please visit the NRSVampChick Designs Etsy shop!

Second, I have several shows this fall.

Had one yesterday for Emily's Power For A Cure. All proceeds went to the foundation. It was a small show, but great people to be involved with!

I’m really excited about my show in 2 weeks (October 22nd)! I’ll be in Lexington, KY for A Day of Mystical Bloodlust! Workshops, authors, vendors & a Halloween Ball! How can that be bad! I hope to see some of you there! Find out more at http://adayofmysticalbloodlust.webs.com/

November 2nd I’ll be at Middle Tennessee State University for a small craft fair put together by some Middle Tennessee Etsy friends!

November 12th will find me at the 8th Annual Grace Lutheran Craft Fair! Last year’s show was my very first craft fair, so I’m looking forward to doing this one again! It’s here in Clarksville, TN.

Third, I’m extremely excited about this. It’s taken a lot of work!

Myself, along w/ 6 other Clarksville-area crafters, have put together a craft show of our own!

The Christmas Craft Bazaar on November 5th!

We will have crafters, retailers, food, door prizes & raffle drawings!

The door prizes you have to be present to win, and they will be given out all day.

For the raffle prizes you don’t have to be there to win! So if you want a chance to win a Miche Bag or a baby quilt, please send $1.00 per ticket via paypal to nrsvampchickdesigns@gmail.com  and leave a comment (or email me) w/ your name & email address so I can contact you if you win! All proceeds benefit Clarksville Crime Stoppers!

I think that catches you up a bit on what’s going on with me! I’ll hopefully having my website up and running this week! I’ll let you know when that happens!

Interview, Sale & New Items!

First off, I want to apologize for my long absence. Health, computer meltdowns, and busy days ran some interference with my blogging life.

I started out blogging on Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick as a book review blogger. You’ll still see some book reviews and other things pop up there from time to time, but my jewelry is my focus.

I’ve been doing quite a few craft fairs, in the process of organizing one of my own with some fellow local crafters (maybe a second one now), and now I’m trying to expand my online shop starting with Etsy. I do miss blogging though. So, here I am. I hope to be able to show some of my new creations (like all the ones pictured here), other current craft projects, other crafters, craft events I attend, and anything else that strikes my fancy.

Today, I would love it if you would check out the blog of my fellow Etsy Middle Tennessee Crafters. I’m lucky enough to be interviewed today. So please stop by and support us!

I’m also operating a blog and a way to keep a good link list and calendar for the Clarksville, TN area crafters. We’ve gotten to calling ourselves the Crazy Cool Crafters. You can check out that blog HERE and visit our page to find out more about all the different shops.

Also check out my shop. I’ve got several new items, with more to come. Get 10% off now by entering XMASJULY10 at checkout!

 

Thank you so much for your support!

<3 Amanda Leigh

Etsy Shop Items on Sale!

Most of my NRSVampChick Designs items on Etsy are on sale or clearance! So now’s the time to check out those pieces you’ve been eyeing. Let me know if you have any questions.

Here are some of the pieces on sale now:

Unisex Silver Cross Necklace

Faery Charm Bookmark

Silver Triangle Swirl Earrings

To see all sale & clearance items GO HERE.

Win on Wednesday: Contests Around the Blogosphere (8)

Started by Abigail @ All Things Urban Fantasy & also posted on my Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick blog

This is a list of contests going on around the blogosphere. If you want yours added, there is a form at the bottom where you can add information. I update this within 24-48 hours too, so anything you let me know of right away will be added then, otherwise it will go on next week’s listing.

Feel free to email, tweet (DM) or fill out the form at the bottom whenever you have a contest if you want to make sure it gets added to next week’s list!

Be aware that what’s listed here is not necessarily accurate or as detailed as the page will be, it’s just a guide so read the rules before you enter the contests. :)

 

1. Moirae (the fates) Book Reviews- A surprise YA/Adult fantasy/Paranormal book. When she reaches 123 followers! (US only)
2. NEW Sara's Urban Fantasy Blog- ARCs of Twelve and Thirteen Years Later by Jasper Kent. Enter by February 16th. (US/Canada only)
3. Dark Faerie Tales- Nightshade by Michelle Rowen. Contest ends February 16th. (US/Canada only)
4. NEW The Book Vixen- $45 CSN Gift Code. Contest ends February 17th. (US/Canada only)
5. NEW Book Eternity- Once Upon a Nightmare by Lee Moylan. Enter by February 17th. (US/Canada only)
6. NEW Books and Things- Signed book by Dianne Duvall. Enter by February 17th. (International)
7. NEW The Book Vixen- First 3 books in the Iron Fey series by Julie Kagawa. Contest ends February 18th. (US/Canada only)
8. NEW LovLivLife Reviews- Bonded by Blood by Laurie London. Enter by February 18th. (US/Canada only)
9. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- Darkness Dawns by Dianne Duvall. Enter by February 18th. (US only)
10. NEW The Qwillery- A Brush of Darkness by Allison Pang. Enter by February 18th. (International)
11. Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- Wereling (finished copy) and Wereling: Dark Moon (galley) by Steve Feasey. Enter by February 18th. (US/Canada only)
12. NEW Sara's Urban Fantasy Blog- $60 Gift Code to CSN Stores. Enter by February 19th. (US/Canada only)
13. NEW The Book Vixen- A Brush of Darkness by Allison Pang. Contest ends February 20th. (US/Canada only)
14. NEW A Great Book Is The Cheapest Vacation- signed copy of Death’s Sweet Embrace by Tracey O’Hara. Enter by February 20th. (?)
15. NEW Parajunkee’s View- $20 Books-A-Million GC. Contest ends February 20th. (International)
16. Sweet Vernal Zephyr- Always You by Jill Gregory & At Long Last Love by Gina Wilkins & The Gift of Loving by Patricia Wilson & It All Depends on Love by Roberta Leigh OR Alternate random romance ebook for international winner. Contest ends February 20th. (US/International)
17. Book Lovers Inc- print or ebook of choice from Jaci Burton’s backlist. Enter by February 20th. (International)
18. NEW Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick- signed by Angie Fox to Amanda, My Zombie Valentine anthology. Contest ends February 21st. (International)
19. NEW Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- (1) of 2 ARCs of The Winter of Our Disconnect by Susan Maushart. Enter by February 21st. (US/Canada only)
20. NEW Books and Things- 2 ebooks. Seers of Light and Whisper of Light by Jennifer Delucy. Enter by February 21st. (International)
21. NEW My Bookish Ways- Damnable by Hank Schwaeble (Bram Stoker Award Winner for Best First Novel). Contest ends February 22nd. (International)
22. NEW Reading Between the Wines Book Club- Signed copy of Jeaniene Frost's This Side of the Grave, Prize packs, FrostFans T-Shirt Shop Gifts and more! Contest ends February 22nd. (International)
23. NEW Nocturnal Bites- $25 Amazon GC. Contest ends February 22nd. (US/Canada only)
24. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- ARC of Aftertime by Sophie Littlefield. Enter by February 22nd. (US only)
25. NEW Book Faery- By These Ten Bones by Clare B. Dunkle. Enter by February 22nd. (US/Canada only)
26. NEW Paranormal Haven- This Side of the Grave or Halfway to the Grave by Jeaniene Frost. Enter by February 23rd. (International)
27. NEW Paranormal Haven- signed copy of one of the first four novels from the Feral Warriors series by Pamela Palmer. Enter by February 23rd. (International)
28. NEW Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Jane Austen and Seth Grahame-Smith. Enter by February 23rd. (US/Canada only)
29. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- personalized novel from Book By You. Enter by February 23rd. (International)
30. NEW My Bookish Ways- 5 Copies of Midnight Riot by Ben Aaronovitch. Enter by February 25th. (US/Canada only)
31. NEW Library Girl Reads- The House of Six Doors by Patricia Selbert. Enter by February 25th. (US only, no PO Boxes)
32. NEW Book Eternity- The mystery of Table Mountain. Enter by February 25th. (US/Canada only)
33. Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- $75 CSNStores.com gift certificate. Enter by February 25th. (US only)
34. NEW Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- Sherlock Holmes, the Legend Begins:  Death Cloud by Andrew Lane. Enter by February 26th. (US/Canada only)
35. NEW iLive, iLaugh, iLove Books- $25 CSN Stores Gift Card. Contest ends February 27th. (US only)
36. NEW vvb32 reads- ebook of Demon High by Lori Devoti. Enter by February 27th. (International)
37. NEW vvb32 reads- $75 CSNstores.com GC. Enter by February 27th. (US/Canada only)
38. NEW vvb32 reads- After Isaactown by Ward Jones. Enter by February 27th. (US/Canada only)
39. NEW vvb32 reads- ebook of Heart’s Sentinel by PJ Schnyder. Enter by February 27th. (International)
40. NEW vvb32 reads- Sleeping With the Fishes by MaryJanice Davidson and Tempest Rising by Nicole Peeler. Enter by February 27th. (International?)
41. NEW vvb32 reads- The Karma Club by Jessica Brody. Enter by February 27th. (International)
42. ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Book of Days by James L. Rubart
    or Book Depository book of your choice! Contest ends February 27th. (International)
43. NEW A Great Book Is The Cheapest Vacation- On the Hunt anthology signed by Jessica Andersen. Enter by February 28th. (International?)
44. NEW Welcome to Larissa’s Bookish Life- signed copies of Unholy Ghosts, Unholy Magic, and City of Ghosts by Stacia Kane. Contest ends February 28th. (International)
45. NEW Welcome to Larissa’s Bookish Life- signed Bonded Blood by Laurie London for US/Canada only. 3 International winners choose 3 signed & unsigned books. Contest ends February 28th. (US/Canada & International)
46. NEW Book Chick City- Bite Me if You Can by Linsay Sands,  Mine to Possess by Nalini Singh, Archangel's Consort by Nalini Singh, and The Bitter Seed of Magic by Suzanne McLeod. Contest ends February 28th. (UK residents only)
47. NEW Book Chick City- Blacklands by Belinda Bauer, First Frost by James Henry, Now You See Me by S. J. Bolton, The Calling of the Grave by Simon Beckett. Before I Go To Sleep by S. J. Watson, The Mistress's Revenge by Tamar Cohen, The Absolutist by John Boyne, Black Swan Rising by Lee Carroll, and Odin's Wolves by Giles Kristian. Contest ends February 28th. (UK residents only)
48. NEW Book Chick City- 3 copies of The Iron Witch by Karen Mahoney. Contest ends February 28th. (UK-2 copies, worldwide-1 copy)
49. NEW Book Chick City- secret YA goodie pack of books, audiobooks & bookmarks. Contest ends February 28th. (UK residents only)
50. Book Chick City- Night’s Cold Kiss and Death’s Sweet Embrace by Tracey O’Hara. Contest ends February 28th. (International)
51. Paranormal Romance Addict- Bitten by Cupid anthology by Lynsay Sands, Pamela Palmer and Jaime Rush. Enter by February 28th. (US only)
52. Book Lovers Inc- book of choice up to $10 in value from the Book Depository. Contest ends February 28th. (International)
53. NEW Moonlight Gleam- 40$ CSN Store Giveaway. Enter by March 1st. (US/Canada only)
54. NEW A Great Book Is The Cheapest Vacation- Nightkeepers by Jessica Andersen. Enter by March 1st. (International)
55. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- Celtic Knot Book Thong from NRSVampChick Designs. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
56. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- book of choice from post. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
57. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- box of swag & 2 book jackets. Contest ends March 1st. (US-swag, international- book jackets)
58. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- Unearthly by Cynthia Hand. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
59. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- The Iron Witch by Karen Mahoney, Cloaked by Alex Flinn and Cryer's Cross by Lisa McMann. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
60. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- The Locket by Stacey Jay and Across the Universe by Beth Revis. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
61. Paper Cut Reviews- Unseen by Rachel Caine, Nightshade by Michele Rowen, Blood Wyne by Yasmine Galenorn, and Visions of Magic by Regan Hastings. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
62. Paper Cut Reviews- Delirium by Lauren Oliver, The Demon Trapper's Daughter by Jana Oliver, and The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
63. ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Win either Preorder of WarCry or Warprize by Elizabeth Vaughan from the Book Depository. Contest ends March 2nd. (International)
64. NEW Fire and Ice- Iron Fey series inspired jewelry & photography. Enter by March 3rd. (International)
65. NEW Nocturnal Bites- Signed copy of Bonded By Blood by Laurie London. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
66. NEW Ex Libris- 5 copies of The First Love Cookie Club by Lori Wilde. Contest ends March 4th. (US/Canada only)
67. NEW Ex Libris- Exit the Actress by Priya Parmar. Contest ends March 4th. (International?)
68. NEW Ex Libris- 2 sets of autographed copies of Passions of a Wicked Earl and Pleasures of a Notorious Gentleman by Lorraine Heath. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
69. NEW Ex Libris- book from the backlist of Erin Nicholas. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
70. NEW Ex Libris- Mr. Darcy’s Obsession by Abigail Reynolds. Contest ends March 4th. (US/Canada only)
71. NEW Ex Libris- signed copy of Hunted By the Others by Jess Haines. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
72. NEW Ex Libris- ebook of Purpose by Kristie Cook. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
73. NEW Ex Libris- choice of book by Maggie Nash. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
74. NEW Ex Libris- ebooks of The Haunted E-book and Dark Tomorrows by J.L. Bryan. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
75. NEW Ex Libris- 2 copies of Save My Soul by Zoe Winters. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
76. NEW Ex Libris- ebook of Turn It On by Vivian Arend. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
77. NEW Ex Libris- signed copy of Backstage Pass by Olivia Cunning. Contest ends March 4th. (US/Canada residents)
78. NEW Ex Libris- ebook of Fire Burn and Cauldron Bubble by H.P. Mallory. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
79. NEW Ex Libris- ebook of Ordeal by Tatyana Varenko. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
80. NEW Ex Libris- 3 winners get ebooks of The Ghost Hunter and The Mind Readers by Lori Brighton. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
81. NEW Ex Libris- ebook of Gothic City Lights by Brindle Chase. Contest ends March 4th. (International)
82. NEW Fire and Ice- vintage stag necklace from SheSells. Enter by March 5th. (International)
83. NEW Fire and Ice- ARC of Prisoners in the Palace by Michaela MacColl. Enter by March 7th. (US addresses)
84. NEW Fire and Ice- mermaid print by Rochelle31. Enter by March 10th. (International)
85. NEW Fire and Ice- Baba Yaga redo notebook from StudioMME. Enter by March 11th. (International)
86. NEW Book Flame- Angelfire by Courtney Allison Moulton. Enter by March 15th. (US only)

 

Weekly Contests:

~Fang-tastic Books has giveaways weekly, with winners announced on Wednesdays.

~Bitten by Books has new contests daily, ranging from interviews to daily book chats.

Are you also posting a weekly contest listing? Email me and I’ll add your link here!

Like I said, feel free to email me anytime at notreallysouthernvampchick(at)gmail(dot)com with any contests you want me to put in my next Win on Wednesday post, or fill out my pretty new form below! Also, if I missed a contest of yours, leave a link in the comments if you want to get the word out about it. Or if I got something wrong in the list, please let me know. :)

Shop on Saturday (4) Valentine’s Day Edition Vol. II

This is a weekly feature I started on my book review blog, Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick. It’s where I share some of my finds around the web during the week. Usually it consists of handmade items from Etsy, but every now and then there might be something else.

I hope you enjoy it! For the next couple weeks I’ll be sharing some cool Valentine’s Day finds! Check out last week’s Valentine’s Day Edition Vol. I Part I & Part II.

On to this week!

Add in someone’s favorite flowers, or not, and you have the perfect gift. All the Roses for My Love Vase is a stunning piece by Sybillin Art.

This Heart Shaped Brownie Cookie makes my mouth water from the picture. Tookies has some yummy looking dessert!

I would love to soak in these Strawberry and Champagne Bath Salts from Design by Leslie.

 

Here’s a beautiful matching His and Her Hand Stamped Infinity Ring pair by Designs by Donna.

A wonderful gift for couples, the Aphrodisiac Love Gift Basket by Spirit Cleanslates Creations.

 

Check out Part I of today’s Valentine’s Day Edition Vol. II on Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick.

Pick a Theme Thursday: Superbowl (1)

I’m a sports fan. When I was younger I played anything & everything I could. Now I watch what sports I find interesting. This includes football, both American football and soccer, but with the Superbowl coming up on Sunday, American football is the topic of choice.

Whether you’re a Steelers fan or a Packers fan, I’ve got ya covered!

 

First off, if you’re going to have a Superbowl party, you might need invitations to send out.

Super Bowl 2011 Party Invitation from Inspired Designs

Need some accessories to show your team spirit?

The Vixen All Fringe Scarf for the Packers or the Steelers from Floras Finest

You can even show off your team pride with your drink!

Superbowl XLV bottle cozy from Chrissywear

Think those are great? You can dress your kid like a football! Lol!

Infant Football Cocoon & Hat Set from Lindsay’s Knits & Knots

Then you can always add little decorating touches to show off your favorite team.

Steelers Light from looky1258

Green Bay Packer Teddy Bear by Rosehill Creations

So I hope you’ll be watching. I sure will.

Go Steelers!

Win on Wednesday: Contests Around the Blogosphere (7)

Started by Abigail @ All Things Urban Fantasy & also posted on my Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick blog

This is a list of contests going on around the blogosphere. If you want yours added, there is a form at the bottom where you can add information. I update this within 24-48 hours too, so anything you let me know of right away will be added then, otherwise it will go on next week’s listing.

Feel free to email, tweet (DM) or fill out the form at the bottom whenever you have a contest if you want to make sure it gets added to next week’s list!

Be aware that what’s listed here is not necessarily accurate or as detailed as the page will be, it’s just a guide so read the rules before you enter the contests. :)

 

1. Moirae (the fates) Book Reviews- A surprise YA/Adult fantasy/Paranormal book. When she reaches 123 followers! (US only)
2. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- Bonded by Blood by Laurie London & Just Bitten Revlon Lip Balm. Enter by February 3rd. (US/Canada only)
3. NEW Tor.com Urban Fantasy on Facebook- Blood Song by Cat Adams, Dying Bites by DD Barant, Legacies by Mercedes Lackey and Rosemary Edghill, Personal Demons by Lisa Desrochers, Shadowfae by Erica Hayes, Street Magic by Caitlin Kittredge. Enter by February 3rd. (?)
4. Hanging with Bells!- Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning. Enter by February 3rd. (US/Canada only)
5. Reading Between the Wines Book Club- Tina Folsom's Gabriel's Mate. Enter by February 3rd. (International)
6. NEW Welcome to Larissa’s Bookish Life- signed copy of Catch Me If You Can by L.B. Gregg. Enter by February 4th. (International)
7. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- Saltwater Vampires by Kristy Eagar. Enter by February 4th. (US/Canada only)
8. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Deadly Heat by Cynthia Eden. Enter by February 4th. (International)
9. NEW Book Lovers Inc- audiobook of Some Girls Bite by Chloe Neill and Hexbound swag. Enter by February 4th. (US/Canada only)
10. NEW Book Lovers Inc- an ebook from Stephanie Julian’s backlist. Enter by February 4th. (International)
11. NEW Book Lovers Inc- a surprise pack from Megan Hart. Enter by February 4th. (International)
12. NEW Book Lovers Inc- 2 signed copies of Prelude to a Scandal by Delilah Marvelle. Enter by February 4th. (International)
13. NEW Book Lovers Inc- 3 copies of Siren’s Surrender by Devyn Quinn. Enter by February 4th. (International)
14. LA FEMME READERS- Pink by Lili Wilkinson. Contest end February 4th. (US residents)
15. Library Girl Reads- $45 CSNstores.com GC. Contest ends February 4th. (US/Canada only)
16. A Good Addiction- Tell Us We’re Home by Marina Budhos. Enter by February 4th. (US only)
17. Book Lovers Inc- ARC of Sweet As Sin by Inez Kelley. Enter by February 4th. (International)
18. Book Lovers Inc- Arcane Circle by Linda Robertson. Enter by February 4th. (International)
19. Book Lovers Inc- Awakened By a Kiss or The Princess in His Bed by Lila DiPasqua. Enter by February 4th. (International)
20. Book Lovers Inc- signed When Harry Met Molly and Dukes to the Left of Me, Princes to the Right. Enter by February 4th. (International)
21. Book Lovers Inc- ebook of Anytime Darlin’ by Julia Rachel Barrett. Enter by February 4th. (International)
22. Book Lovers Inc- signed Unholy Ghosts, Unholy Magic, and City of Ghosts by Stacia Kane. Enter by February 4th. (International)
23. Book Lovers Inc- ebook of Flash of Dark by Sara Brookes. Enter by February 4th. (International)
24. Book Lovers Inc- $25 Amazon.com GC. Enter by February 4th. (International)
25. Book Lovers Inc- ebook from the backlist of Stephanie Julian. Enter by February 4th. (International)
26. Book Lovers Inc- Kismet by Monica Burns. Enter by February 4th. (International- wherever the Book Depository ships)
27. Book Lovers Inc- As Lie the Dead by Kelly Medding. Enter by February 4th. (International)
28. Book Lovers Inc- Kiss of the Rose by Kate Pearce. Enter by February 4th. (International)
29. Book Lovers Inc- Alien Tango spiral notebook & pen. Enter by February 4th. (International)
30. NEW Rabid Reads- The Werewolf Upstairs by Ashlyn Chase. Enter by February 5th. (International)
31. NEW FICTIONALL- book of choice by Sandra Sookoo. Contest ends February 5th. (International)
32. NEW Welcome to Larissa’s Life- Burning Darkness by Jaime Rush. Enter by February 7th. (US only)
33. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning. Contest ends February 7th. (US/Canada only)
34. NEW FICTIONALL- The Willow by Stacey Kennedy. Enter by February 7th. (International)
35. NEW Dark Faerie Tales- signed first edition of The Lost Saint by Bree Despain and TLS nail polish. Enter by February 7th. (US/Canada only)
36. Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick- The Iron King, The Iron Daughter, and The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa. Contest ends February 7th. (US/Canada only)
37. All Things Urban Fantasy- The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa & an The Iron Queen t-shirt. Contest ends February 7th. (US/Canada only)
38. NEW Reading, Writing, and the World of Words- Infinite Days by Rebecca Maizel, Stieg Larson’s The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Nights in Rodanthe by Nicholas Sparks, Twilight the Graphic Novel, Volume I, adapted by artist Young Kim, All We Ever Wanted Was Everything by Janelle Brown, and I Love You, Beth Cooper by Larry Doyle. Contest ends February 8th. (US only)
39. NEW My World...in words and pages- Siren's Surrender by Devyn Quinn. Enter by February 10th. (US/Canada only)
40. NEW Dark Faerie Tales- signed copy of First Grave on the Right by Darynda Jones. Contest ends February 11th. (US/Canada only)
41. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- Devil’s Kiss and Dark Goddess by Sarwat Chadda. Enter by February 12th. (US/Canada only)
42. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Unveiled by Courtney Milan. Enter by February 12th. (International)
43. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Kiss of the Rose or Blood of the Rose by Kate Pearce. Enter by February 12th. (International)
44. NEW Book Lovers Inc- signed copy of Death’s Sweet Embrace by Tracey O’Hara. Enter by February 12th. (International)
45. The Twilight Saga- 10 Twilight Saga fans from around the world will win an advance copy of The Official Illustrated Guide and talk to Stephanie Meyer. 1 winner chosen from each country. Sweepstakes ends February 12th. (US, Canada, Brazil, Italy, Taiwan, UK, China, France, Germany, Mexico)
46. NEW Dark Faerie Tales- The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa and an Iron Fey t-shirt. Contest ends February 14th. (US/Canada only)
47. NEW Dark Faerie Tales- Night’s Cold Kiss and Death’s Sweet Embrace by Tracey O’Hara. Contest ends February 15th. (US/Canada only)
48. NEW Dark Faerie Tales- Nightshade by Michelle Rowen. Contest ends February 16th. (US/Canada only)
49. NEW Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- Wereling (finished copy) and Wereling: Dark Moon (galley) by Steve Feasey. Enter by February 18th. (US/Canada only)
50. NEW Sweet Vernal Zephyr- Always You by Jill Gregory & At Long Last Love by Gina Wilkins & The Gift of Loving by Patricia Wilson & It All Depends on Love by Roberta Leigh OR Alternate random romance ebook for international winner. Contest ends February 20th. (US/International)
51. NEW Book Lovers Inc- print or ebook of choice from Jaci Burton’s backlist. Enter by February 20th. (International)
52. NEW Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- $75 CSNStores.com gift certificate. Enter by February 25th. (US only)
53. ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Book of Days by James L. Rubart
    or Book Depository book of your choice! Contest ends February 27th. (International)
54. NEW Book Chick City- Night’s Cold Kiss and Death’s Sweet Embrace by Tracey O’Hara. Contest ends February 28th. (International)
55. NEW Paranormal Romance Addict- Bitten by Cupid anthology by Lynsay Sands, Pamela Palmer and Jaime Rush. Enter by February 28th. (US only)
56. NEW Book Lovers Inc- book of choice up to $10 in value from the Book Depository. Contest ends February 28th. (International)
57. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- Unseen by Rachel Caine, Nightshade by Michele Rowen, Blood Wyne by Yasmine Galenorn, and Visions of Magic by Regan Hastings. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
58. NEW Paper Cut Reviews- Delirium by Lauren Oliver, The Demon Trapper's Daughter by Jana Oliver, and The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa. Contest ends March 1st. (International)
59. ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Win either Preorder of WarCry or Warprize by Elizabeth Vaughan from the Book Depository. Contest ends March 2nd. (International)

 

Weekly Contests:

~Fang-tastic Books has giveaways weekly, with winners announced on Wednesdays.

~Bitten by Books has new contests daily, ranging from interviews to daily book chats.

Are you also posting a weekly contest listing? Email me and I’ll add your link here!

Like I said, feel free to email me anytime at notreallysouthernvampchick(at)gmail(dot)com with any contests you want me to put in my next Win on Wednesday post, or fill out my pretty new form below! Also, if I missed a contest of yours, leave a link in the comments if you want to get the word out about it. Or if I got something wrong in the list, please let me know. :)

Shop on Saturday (3) Valentine’s Day Edition Vol. I

This is a weekly feature I started on my book review blog, Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick. It’s where I share some of my finds around the web during the week. Usually it consists of handmade items from Etsy, but every now and then there might be something else.

I hope you enjoy it! For the next couple weeks I’ll be sharing some cool Valentine’s Day finds!

Simple and lovely. A beautiful Valentine’s Day Card from Stitches & Scraps.

Want jewelry a little more playful? Here’s a Valentine Pink & Red Soldered Glass Charm Bracelet from The Cutting Edge.

Buying for a nature lover? Why not get this Ruby Red Hummingbird Attractor from Far West Handcrafts/EgressArt.

Instead of a simple, single heart necklace, give this beauty instead. Love the AMOUR Three Heart Necklaces Set by Chic Fragments.

This Valentine Gift Heart carved in Curly Maple would make a great gift for lovers of wood carvings or even art in general. A beautiful piece by The Tree Wizard Shop.

 

Check out Part I of today’s Valentine’s Day Edition Vol. 1 on Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick.

Win on Wednesday: Contests Around the Blogosphere (6)

Started by Abigail @ All Things Urban Fantasy & also posted on my Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick blog

This is a list of contests going on around the blogosphere. If you want yours added, there is a form at the bottom where you can add information. I update this within 24-48 hours too, so anything you let me know of right away will be added then, otherwise it will go on next week’s listing.

Feel free to email, tweet (DM) or fill out the form at the bottom whenever you have a contest if you want to make sure it gets added to next week’s list!

Be aware that what’s listed here is not necessarily accurate or as detailed as the page will be, it’s just a guide so read the rules before you enter the contests. :)

1. NEW Moirae (the fates) Book Reviews- A surprise YA/Adult fantasy/Paranormal book. When she reaches 123 followers! (US only)
2. Blkosiner's Book Blog- 2 copies of The Locket by Stacey Jay. Contest ends January 26th. (US only)
3. NEW Notorious Spinks Talks- House Divided by Raul Ramos y Sanchez. Enter by January 28th. (US only)
4. Blkosiner's Book Blog- signed copy of Amber Frost by Suzi Davis. Enter by January 29th. (International)
5. NEW Ellz Readz- $100 CSNstores.com GC. Contest ends January 30th. (US/Canada only)
6. NEW Black Fingernailed Reviews- XVI by Julia Karr. Enter by January 31st. (International)
7. NEW Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick- Help me win a $50 Amazon GC at Rosey’s Review & I’m sharing it w/ someone! Contests ends January 31st. (International)
8. Paranormal Romance Addict- Anita Blake Vampire Hunter Guilty Pleasures Comic #1. Enter by January 31st. (US only)
9. Reading Between the Wines Book Club- JR Ward’s Covet & Crave plus an angel inspired necklace. Enter by January 31, 2011. (US only)
10. AwesomeSauce Book Club- Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead. Enter by February 1st. (US only)
11. NEW The Qwillery- Mass Market Paperbacks of the first 3 Envy Chronicles books: Beyond the Night, Embrace the Night Eternal, and Abandon the Night. Contest ends February 2nd. (International)
12. NEW ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- My Soul To Steal by Rachel Vincent or Unseen by Rachel Caine. Enter by February 2nd. (International)
13. NEW A Good Addiction- Delirium by Lauren Oliver. Enter by February 2nd. (US only)
14. NEW Hanging with Bells!- Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning. Enter by February 3rd. (US/Canada only)
15. NEW Reading Between the Wines Book Club- Tina Folsom's Gabriel's Mate. Enter by February 3rd. (International)
16. NEW LA FEMME READERS- Pink by Lili Wilkinson. Contest end February 4th. (US residents)
17. NEW Library Girl Reads- $45 CSNstores.com GC. Contest ends February 4th. (US/Canada only)
18. NEW A Good Addiction- Tell Us We’re Home by Marina Budhos. Enter by February 4th. (US only)
19. NEW Book Lovers Inc- ARC of Sweet As Sin by Inez Kelley. Enter by February 4th. (International)
20. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Arcane Circle by Linda Robertson. Enter by February 4th. (International)
21. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Awakened By a Kiss or The Princess in His Bed by Lila DiPasqua. Enter by February 4th. (International)
22. NEW Book Lovers Inc- signed When Harry Met Molly and Dukes to the Left of Me, Princes to the Right. Enter by February 4th. (International)
23. NEW Book Lovers Inc- ebook of Anytime Darlin’ by Julia Rachel Barrett. Enter by February 4th. (International)
24. NEW Book Lovers Inc- signed Unholy Ghosts, Unholy Magic, and City of Ghosts by Stacia Kane. Enter by February 4th. (International)
25. NEW Book Lovers Inc- ebook of Flash of Dark by Sara Brookes. Enter by February 4th. (International)
26. NEW Book Lovers Inc- $25 Amazon.com GC. Enter by February 4th. (International)
27. NEW Book Lovers Inc- ebook from the backlist of Stephanie Julian. Enter by February 4th. (International)
28. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Kismet by Monica Burns. Enter by February 4th. (International- wherever the Book Depository ships)
29. NEW Book Lovers Inc- As Lie the Dead by Kelly Medding. Enter by February 4th. (International)
30. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Kiss of the Rose by Kate Pearce. Enter by February 4th. (International)
31. NEW Book Lovers Inc- Alien Tango spiral notebook & pen. Enter by February 4th. (International)
32. NEW Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick- The Iron King, The Iron Daughter, and The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa. Contest ends February 7th. (US/Canada only)
33. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- The Iron Queen by Julie Kagawa & an The Iron Queen t-shirt. Contest ends February 7th. (US/Canada only)
34. NEW The Twilight Saga- 10 Twilight Saga fans from around the world will win an advance copy of The Official Illustrated Guide and talk to Stephanie Meyer. 1 winner chosen from each country. Sweepstakes ends February 12th. (US, Canada, Brazil, Italy, Taiwan, UK, China, France, Germany, Mexico)
35. ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Book of Days by James L. Rubart
    or Book Depository book of your choice! Contest ends February 27th. (International)
36. ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Win either Preorder of WarCry or Warprize by Elizabeth Vaughan from the Book Depository. Contest ends March 2nd. (International)

 

Weekly Contests:

~Fang-tastic Books has giveaways weekly, with winners announced on Wednesdays.

~Bitten by Books has new contests daily, ranging from interviews to daily book chats.

Are you also posting a weekly contest listing? Email me and I’ll add your link here!

Like I said, feel free to email me anytime at notreallysouthernvampchick(at)gmail(dot)com with any contests you want me to put in my next Win on Wednesday post, or fill out my pretty new form below! Also, if I missed a contest of yours, leave a link in the comments if you want to get the word out about it. Or if I got something wrong in the list, please let me know. :)

Win on Wednesday (on Thursday): Contests Around the Blogosphere (5)

Started by Abigail @ All Things Urban Fantasy & also posted on my Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick blog

Sorry I’m a day late getting this out! Sorry for those that I didn’t get up last week. :(

This is a list of contests going on around the blogosphere. If you want yours added, there is a form at the bottom where you can add information. I update this within 24-48 hours too, so anything you let me know of right away will be added then, otherwise it will go on next week’s listing.

Feel free to email, tweet (DM) or fill out the form at the bottom whenever you have a contest if you want to make sure it gets added to next week’s list!

Be aware that what’s listed here is not necessarily accurate or as detailed as the page will be, it’s just a guide so read the rules before you enter the contests. :)

Make sure January 14th-17th you check out Martha’s Bookshelf & I Am A Reader, Not A Writer for a Giveaway Hop!

 

1. NEW Blkosiner's Book Blog- Born at Midnight by Hunter prize pack. Enter by January 13th. (US only)
2. LA FEMME READERS- Entice by Carrie Jones & a bookmark. Enter by January 13, 2011. (US only)
3. Reading Between the Wines Book Club- Sin Undone by Larissa Ione. Enter by January 14, 2011. (US only)
4. Bookish Delights- signed Human Blend by Lori Pescatore. Enter by January 14, 2011. (US only)
5. Fire and Ice- City of Angels by Sheralyn Pratt. Enter by January 15, 2011. (International)
6. NEW Dren's B-Spot- Shadowfever by Karen Marie Moning in either Hardcover or Kindle Edition. Enter by January 17th. (US/International)
7. LA FEMME READERS- 1 ARC of Rosie by Mariam Maarouf & 2 sets of extras. Contest ends January 17, 2011. (International)
8. NEW ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Book Jacket. Enter by January 18th. (International)
9. NEW Nocturnal Bites- Vampire themed "Live Forever" Reading Light, Vampire Diaries "Love Sucks" Book Mark, and Vampire Diaries Card Game. Contest ends January 21st. (US/Canada only)
10. A Great Book Is The Cheapest Vacation- A Nerdy Email Notepad from Think Geek! Contest ends January 21, 2011. (US/Canada only)
11. A Good Addiction- a pre-order of A Touch Mortal by Leah Clifford. Enter by January 23, 2011. (International)
12. NEW Once Upon a Quote- Matched by Ally Condie & Rules of Attraction by Simone Elkeles. Enter by January 24th. (International)
13. NEW Blkosiner's Book Blog- 2 copies of The Locket by Stacey Jay. Contest ends January 26th. (US only)
14. NEW Blkosiner's Book Blog- signed copy of Amber Frost by Suzi Davis. Enter by January 29th. (International)
15. NEW Paranormal Romance Addict- Anita Blake Vampire Hunter Guilty Pleasures Comic #1. Enter by January 31st. (US only)
16. Reading Between the Wines Book Club- JR Ward’s Covet & Crave plus an angel inspired necklace. Enter by January 31, 2011. (US only)
17. NEW AwesomeSauce Book Club- Succubus Blues by Richelle Mead. Enter by February 1st. (US only)
18. NEW ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Book of Days by James L. Rubart
    or Book Depository book of your choice! Contest ends February 27th. (International)
19. NEW ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Win either Preorder of WarCry or Warprize by Elizabeth Vaughan from the Book Depository. Contest ends March 2nd. (International)

 

Weekly Contests:

~Fang-tastic Books has giveaways weekly, with winners announced on Wednesdays.

~Bitten by Books has new contests daily, ranging from interviews to daily book chats.

Are you also posting a weekly contest listing? Email me and I’ll add your link here!

Like I said, feel free to email me anytime at notreallysouthernvampchick(at)gmail(dot)com with any contests you want me to put in my next Win on Wednesday post, or fill out my pretty new form below! Also, if I missed a contest of yours, leave a link in the comments if you want to get the word out about it. Or if I got something wrong in the list, please let me know. :)

Win on Wednesday: Contests Around the Blogosphere (4)

Started by Abigail @ All Things Urban Fantasy & also posted on my Not-Really-Southern Vamp Chick blog

Sorry, this is such a short list this week. I’m still working on catching up from the holidays.

This is a list of contests going on around the blogosphere. If you want yours added, there is a form at the bottom where you can add information. I update this within 24-48 hours too, so anything you let me know of right away will be added then, otherwise it will go on next week’s listing.

Feel free to email, tweet (DM) or fill out the form at the bottom whenever you have a contest if you want to make sure it gets added to next week’s list! Please do not reproduce this list, as it takes much effort to put together.

Be aware that what’s listed here is not necessarily accurate or as detailed as the page will be, it’s just a guide so read the rules before you enter the contests. :)

1. NEW Moirae the fates- Surprise YA/ Adult Sci-fi/Fantasy book. When she reaches 123 followers. (US only)
2. NEW The Christmas Spirit- A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, When Santa Fell to Earth by Cornelia Funke, The Quiet Little Woman by Louisa May Alcott, The Christmas Candle by Max Lucado, The Christmas Tree by Julie Salamon, The Gift by Nora Roberts. Contest ends January 6, 2011. (US/Canada only)
3. Satisfaction for Insatiable Readers- 3 prize packs up for grabs!  Book, swag, totes, and more! Contest ends January 7, 2011. (US/Canada only)
4. NEW Book Chick City- 3 copies of The Replacement by Brenna Yovanoff. Enter by January 8, 2011. (UK residents)
5. NEW Reading Between the Wines Book Club- Win your choice of book, not exceeding $10, from The Book Depository! Enter by January 9, 2011. (International)
6. NEW All Things Urban Fantasy- Hellforged by Nancy Holzner. Enter by January 10, 2011. (International)
7. ♫♥LovLivLife Reviews♥♫- Night Veil by Yasmine Galenorn. Enter by January 10, 2011. (International)
8. Larissa’s Bookish Life- several winners get to choose from an awesome list of books & Amazon GCs. Contest ends January 11, 2011. (International)
9. NEW LA FEMME READERS- Entice by Carrie Jones & a bookmark. Enter by January 13, 2011. (US only)
10. NEW Reading Between the Wines Book Club- Sin Undone by Larissa Ione. Enter by January 14, 2011. (US only)
11. NEW Bookish Delights- signed Human Blend by Lori Pescatore. Enter by January 14, 2011. (US only)
12. Fire and Ice- City of Angels by Sheralyn Pratt. Enter by January 15, 2011. (International)
13. NEW LA FEMME READERS- 1 ARC of Rosie by Mariam Maarouf & 2 sets of extras. Contest ends January 17, 2011. (International)
14. NEW A Great Book Is The Cheapest Vacation- A Nerdy Email Notepad from Think Geek! Contest ends January 21, 2011. (US/Canada only)
15. NEW A Good Addiction- a pre-order of A Touch Mortal by Leah Clifford. Enter by January 23, 2011. (International)
16. NEW Reading Between the Wines Book Club- JR Ward’s Covet & Crave plus an angel inspired necklace. Enter by January 31, 2011. (US only)

 

Weekly Contests:

~Fang-tastic Books has giveaways weekly, with winners announced on Wednesdays.

~Bitten by Books has new contests daily, ranging from interviews to daily book chats.

Are you also posting a weekly contest listing? Email me and I’ll add your link here!

Like I said, feel free to email me anytime at notreallysouthernvampchick(at)gmail(dot)com with any contests you want me to put in my next Win on Wednesday post, or fill out my pretty new form below! Also, if I missed a contest of yours, leave a link in the comments if you want to get the word out about it. Or if I got something wrong in the list, please let me know. :)