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This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Another fun way to share your book news and enjoy others is The Sunday Post hosted by

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Head on over and leave a link to your Sunday Post and hop around to visits others.

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Some chit chat.

Happy Spring ya’ll. It’s officially here and boy am I glad!

I came home from work the other day and spotted this.

I was saying the other day that spring is not officially here until I see green buds on my pecan trees. I was so excited when I looked up into the tree and spotted these beauties. Sorry I couldn’t get a better picture. Took it from my phone. Trust me, they are a pretty green.

In about a week the trees will be fully green again.  My spring fever is at a pitch and I’ve been cleaning gardens and mulching like crazy. It’s coming along nicely and I’ll take pictures when I’m done. Nothing fancy but I enjoy my little piece of heaven.

I’ll be hopping over to check out your Sunday posts so be sure to leave me your link!

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Here are my new books for review.

I have two new review books but can’t tell ya about them yet.

I’m surprised that’s all I’ve taken in this week!

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New ones just because!

On my Kindle

 

New Print Books

I already have Doctor Sleep but I don’t think my sister does so I grabbed it. And I have Gone Girl as an eBook and had to have the hard cover. One Two Buckle My Shoe is a new author I want to try, and Unseen and The Bone Bed are both by authors I’ve been reading for years. I got all of these for less than ten bucks!!!!

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And here are some freebies for ya!

Click on the covers to get yours and remember to make sure they’re still free before you click that buy button!

   

   

   

   

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Books I reviewed this week.

Click on the covers for my reviews.

   

 

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Book s I’ll be reviewing next week.

 

   

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What I won.

I didn’t win anything this week. That’s weird! LOL

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Fun news from around the web.

Rachel Tsoumbakos has a survey: How do readers find books in the digital age?

On Rabid Reads, Carmel asks: What do you do with your ‘read’ books?

Jenn reviews “Pro Blogging Secrets” by Bob Lotich on A Daily Rhythm.

Susan Russo Anderson Talks About Pets In Fiction Books

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Other Posts on my blog this week.

Twisted by Linda Jackson ~ A Paranormal Romance

Wanna be a goofy-footer? Aoleon The Martian Girl #3, A Hollow Moon ~ Review

Teaser Tuesdays #106 ~ Confess by Colleen Hoover

Temptations From The Past ~ Release Blast & Giveaway

A Ghostly Undertaking and A Ghostly Grave ~ Reviews & Giveaway

Review & Giveaway ~ Out From Under: Pea Pod Girls Investigations ~ Ya gotta love em!

A Batter Of Life And Death ~ Cozy Mystery Cover Reveal & Giveaway

Two For Thursday Blitz Giveaway ~ The Gabriel Stones ~ Divinity of Valta and Wrath of the Solarians

Lizzie’s gonna make it happen! Afterlife Or Bust ~ Virtual Tour & Giveaway

Fans of Jesse Stone will love Nantucket Five-Spot ~ Book Tour & Giveaway

M9B Friday Interview & Giveaway ~ The Artisans by Julie Reece

Too much of a good thing? Our Dried Voices by Greg Hickey ~ Tour Review

Darkness Calling ~ Author Guest Post Plus A Giveaway And Free Book!

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So, what did you get to read this week?

Got any recommendations?

I’d love to know and thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew.

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Another fun way to share your book news and enjoy others is The Sunday Post hosted by

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Head on over and leave a link to your Sunday Post and hop around to visits others.

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Some chit chat.

I must have sat for over half an hour trying to think of something to talk about. Nothing really new happened personal wise. Then I started thinking about summer. It looks like spring is finally arriving. I even had to run the AC this week. It was hot and humid. Looks like we’ll be skipping open window weather and jumping right into hot and sticky! This led to thinking about swimming.

When I first moved to the Gulf Coast almost 30 years ago, I didn’t think twice about swimming in the ocean. Well, Jaws was always on my mind. LOL I used to turn my back to the waves and pray there wasn’t some huge shark in there cruising for a meal.

It turns out the most dangerous thing I encountered was jellyfish. It seemed like every time I got in the water, I got stung. Some had tentacles so long you never saw it’s body when you felt that sting.

After going on many deep sea fishing trips and seeing some of the sharks out there, my fear of the ocean grew and I finally gave up swimming in it all together. I don’t miss it one bit. That’s because I have a pool and now I can walk out my back door and dive in with no worries.

Except for the time I fell asleep while floating in the pool. I woke and saw the shadow of a shark on the bottom and freaked out until I realized where I was and that the shadow came from a child’s float. LOL

So, what about you? Do you swim in the ocean? Are you afraid when you do? Which do you prefer, pool or the sea?

Oh, and watch out! There’s a jelly or two floating around in this post!

I’ll be hopping over to check out your Sunday posts so be sure to leave me your link!

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Here are my new books for review.

   

 

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New ones just because!

On my Kindle

   

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And here are some freebies for ya!

Click on the covers to get yours and remember to make sure they’re still free before you click that buy button!

   

   

   

   

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Books I reviewed this week.

Click on the covers for my reviews.

 

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Books I’ll be reviewing next week.

   

 

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What I won.

 

I won both of these print books from a giveaway on Pure Jonel, Confessions of a Bibliophile.

Thanks so much Jonel and thank you to Author E. Michael Helms.

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Fun news from around the web.

Enjoy Kristen’s post about Review Regret on Pretty Little Pages.

Mary at Cozy Chicks wants to know if you’re superstitious.

Why do you DNF a book? Lola asks you on Lola’s Reviews.

Check out the helpful advice on how to use Edelweiss from Jennifer on Bookshelfery.

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Other Posts on my blog this week.

Will she be able to fill her…. Empty Cup ~ Blog Tour Review and Giveaway

Teaser Tuesdays #105 ~ Mean Streak by Sandra Brown

A Mighty Good Man ~ Interview with Author Rebecca E. Neely

A Lesson In Murder ~ A Cosy Crime Novel ~ Feature and Giveaway

Where The Bones Are Buried ~ Showcase and Giveaway

Two For Thursday Blitz and Giveaway ~ Praefatio and Of Breakable Things

Get… Elevated ~ Book Blitz and Giveaway

The Fallen Series by Tara S. Wood ~ Blog Tour and Giveaway

The Friday 56 #54 ~ The Unspoken

Friday Spotlight and Giveaway ~ Amy McNulty and Nobody’s Goddess

Could it be…. In Her Blood ~ Tour Review and Giveaway

The Winners of The Tag Team Giveaway for Dinosaur Lake II

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So, what did you get to read this week?

Got any recommendations?

I’d love to know and thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew.

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Another fun way to share your book news and enjoy others is The Sunday Post hosted by

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Head on over and leave a link to your Sunday Post and hop around to visits others.

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Some chit chat.

Did anybody wake up this morning feeling like they had lost some time?

Guess what day it is!

That’s right. Daylight Savings Time!

Do you set your clocks ahead before you go to bed or do you wait and do it when you get up? And does it affect you much?

I used to dread it when my son was younger and in school. He adapted pretty quickly though. Me now, that’s another matter. I’m always awake before dawn, and it takes my mind and body a while to adjust. I wish we could spring forward and NOT fall back!

I’ll be hopping over to check out your Sunday posts so be sure to leave me your link!

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Here are my new books for review.

   

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New ones just because!

On my Kindle

   

Print Books

I made a trip to Goodwill and snatched up these babies! All it excellent condition, like new!

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And I’m waiting for these to come in the mail. I’ve been wanting to read the second 5th Wave book and start The Monstrumologist series, both by Rick Yancey.

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And here are some freebies for ya!

Click on the covers to get yours and remember to make sure they’re still free before you click that buy button!

   

   

   

       

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Books I reviewed this week.

Click on the covers for my reviews.

 

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Books I’ll be reviewing next week.

   

I’ll also be reviewing In Her Blood by G.V. Trent but I can’t show you the cover yet.

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What I won.

 

I won both of these ARCs but can’t find where I won them from.

and this one too!

It came with some fun swag, including some severed feet gummy candy.

Sorry I don’t have links for the giveaway hosts but sending a warm thank you out there!

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I won a signed print copy of Mean Streak by Sandra Brown.

along with a box of these delicious cookies from Cheryl’s!

There are a buncn of them and they are so delicious!

Thanks so much to Author Sandra Brown!

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Fun news from around the web.

On The Book Swarm, Mary talks about reading suggestion on Twitter and the price of eBooks.

Lola asks how you rate books on Lola’s Reviews.

Snarky Mom, Michelle, gives tips on how to know when an author has a new release.

Have you ever played hooky to read? Carmel wants to know over on Rabid reads.

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Other Posts on my blog this week.

Liars, Inc. by Paula Stokes ~ Blast and Giveaway

When do we stop being human? Halfskin by Tony Bertauski ~ Tour and Giveaway

Teaser Tuesdays #104 ~ Demon Energy

Aurora Sky ~ Hunting Season ~ Blitz and Giveaway

Life is but a dream? Raising Sleeping Stones ~ Book Blast and Giveaway

A not so ancient curse ~ Ribbons Of Death by Edita A. Petrick

An Anthology ~ Outside The Box ~ Women Writing Women ~ Showcase and Giveaway

The Spotlight is on Derek and the Dragon ~ A Children’s Book Collection by Leela Hope

#T4T Two For Thursday Blitz and Giveaway

Spotlight on Suzanne Van Rooyen and I Heart Robot with a Giveaway

Never, Never Go….In The Woods by Nancy Gideon ~ Tour review and Giveaway

The Princess Madeline Trilogy has new covers and a giveaway!

$100 Giveaway ~ Fierce “Limited Edition Bundle” is on sale!

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So, what did you get to read this week?

Got any recommendations?

I’d love to know and thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew.

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Another fun way to share your book news and enjoy others is The Sunday Post hosted by

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Head on over and leave a link to your Sunday Post and hop around to visits others.

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I woke up this morning and there was this strange noise coming from outside. When I got out of bed to go investigate, I discovered my back yard and the trees were filled with birds. There were so many and they were so loud.

Most of them were big fat Robins and they looked so pretty. I couldn’t resist going outside to get a closer look and you won’t believe what happened!.

Yep, you might have guessed.  Right on my head! LOL

I love this gif. It even looks like a robin!

Some people say it’s a sign of good luck. That’s how I’m going to take it anyways. Maybe it means spring is right around the corner. If I could be that lucky!

That’s my big event for the week. Have you ever had a bird poop on you? Do you think it’s lucky?

I’ll be hopping over to check out your Sunday posts so be sure to leave me your link!

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Here are my new books for review.

 

I have a few more but I can’t reveal them yet!

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New ones just because!

On my Kindle

 

Print Books

I read this book a long time ago and it got lost when I moved across country. I finally decided to see if I could find it on Amazon. I got a slightly used paperback in excellent condition and can’t wait to read it again. This is a true story and it terrified me.

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And here are some freebies for ya!

Click on the covers to get yours and remember to make sure they’re still free before you click that buy button!

   

   

   

   

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Books I reviewed this week.

Click on the covers for my reviews.

 

 

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Books I’ll be reviewing next week.

 

I have a few more ready. Just not sure which ones I’ll be posting.

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What I won.

O won this awesome hardback from a giveaway on A Dream Within A Dream.

Thanks so much Stephanie and Author J.R. Johansson.

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I won this print copy from a giveaway on Jean Book Nerd.

Thanks so much Jean and thank you to Author Adolphus A. Anekwe.

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Fun news from around the web!

Emily Guido gives it to you straight. Love ya Emily!

Jeann @ Happy Indulgence shares The Top Ten WordPress Plug Ins For Blogs

Over on Runaway Bridal Planner, Kristy talks about how to make money blogging.

And I found this awesome video trailer over on GirlZombieAuthors.

I have to share it with ya!

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Other Posts on my blog this week.

The Apollo Academy ~ Lots to share today along with a giveaway

Ladle To The Grave ~ Serving up a cozy mystery review and giveaway

Teaser Tuesdays #103 ~ Vostok by Steve Alten

Lulupop says…Pants! No Chance! Guest Post, Review, and Giveaway

Bring your weapon of choice! Aurora Sky: Vampire Hunter ~ Free Book Blitz and Giveaway

So that’s where they went! The Monster That Ate My Socks ~ Review and Giveaway

An “Imaginary” Thriller ~ The Third Twin ~ Blast and Giveaway

Real life and movies ~ Horror Business ~ Blog Tour Review and Giveaway

M9B Chapter Reveal ~ Hunted by Abi Ketner and Missy Kalicicki

A Book Blitz Freebie and Giveaway ~ Broken Souls by Laurie Olerich

Sad to reach the end but loved it! Heart Search: Betrayal ~ Review and Giveaway

Stellarcadia ~ A Caramel Cardamom Adventure ~ Book Blast and Giveaway

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So, what did you get to read this week?

Got any recommendations?

I’d love to know and thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew.

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Another fun way to share your book news and enjoy others is The Sunday Post hosted by

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Head on over and leave a link to your Sunday Post and hop around to visits others.

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Am I glad this week is over. I swear, it was so cold I froze my butt off, literally!  I work outside and with the bitter cold and gusting wind, I felt like a human popsicle. I really shouldn’t be complaining as so many folks had it so much worse. My mother said last night it hit 20 below.  I’m so glad I moved south!

Mardi Gras is over and now it’s on to the next big rush. Spring Break! Hard to believe it’s next month. Sure hope the weather cooperates and the beaches are sunny and warm.

I know I’m probably getting ahead of myself, but I’ve been getting my pool ready for swimming. I haven’t braved getting in, YET, but it sure looks sparkling clean and inviting. The gale force winds today are creating whitecaps. LOL

Here’s a cute video to warm you up:)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5xvtEeiwy4g

Enough about the weather, already. Let’s talk books.

I’ll be hopping over to check out your Sunday posts so be sure to leave me your link!

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Here are my new books for review.

 

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And I just posted my reviews for The Adelheid Series. You can read my reviews for all five books and enter the giveaway HERE.

The author just sent me her 4 short stories that go between each novel. I can not wait to read these!

Mia, you rock!

     

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New ones just because!

On my Kindle

 

   

Print Books

No new print books. Trying to curtail buying new ones until I get my recent purchases read.

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And here are some freebies for ya!

Click on the covers to get yours and remember to make sure they’re still free before you click that buy button!

   

    

   

   

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Books I reviewed this week.

Click on the covers for my reviews.

   

   

 

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Books I’ll be reviewing next week.

 

 

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What I won.

I won this from a giveaway and it’s awesome. I have the first two books and now I can read them back to back!

Thanks so much to Author Cameron Jace.

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I won this awesome print copy from France Book Tours.

Thanks so much Emma and thank you to Author Frederique Molay.

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I won this signed paperback from the Forever Romance Perfect Kind Of Trouble Giveaway.

Thanks Marissa and thank you to Author Chelsea Fine.

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Fun news from around the web!

Molly Green has an interesting post – What Should Authors Blog About?

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer has Tips on Contacting an Author or Publisher

Here’s a fun post by Tabitha at Not yet Read – I won’t borrow from the print library but I’ll buy used!?

Do You Ever Wish Villains Had Their Own Books? Check out this post by Cait at Paper Fury

Laura talks about – I need to proofread my posts at Laura Plus Books.

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Other Posts on my blog this week.

Heart Search: Betrayal ~ Sharing the love with this exciting excerpt and giveaway

Death In The Family ~ A Sophie Morgan Vampire Book Blitz

It begins with the Varth-lokkr ~ Blue Words ~ An Urban Fantasy Tour and Giveaway

Teaser Tuesdays #102 ~ The Loch by Steve Alten

Maisy and the Money Marauder ~ Giveaway and Free Book Blast

Mars has pizza!  Aoleon: The Martian Girl, Part Two ~ An Out Of This World Tour Review

You’ll want to read them all! The Adelheid Series ~ Reviews and Giveaway

Days Of Future Past by Sally Smith O’Rourke ~ Book Blast and Giveaway

The Friday 56 #53 ~ The Unseen

M9B Friday Reveal and Giveaway ~ Nobody’s Goddess ~ The Never Veil #1

These Killers Aren’t Human ~ Bear Witness ~ Book Blast and Giveaway

Fearless Joe Dearborne ~ Giveaway and Blast

How do you kill a god? Ilmarinen by Marilla Mulwane

A Celtic Tapestry Book Blitz ~ Seven Authors and a Blend of Genres

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So, what did you get to read this week?

Got any recommendations?

I’d love to know and thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew.

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Another fun way to share your book news and enjoy others is The Sunday Post hosted by

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Head on over and leave a link to your Sunday Post and hop around to visits others.

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Happy Valentine’s Day ya’ll!

I didn’t do much for the holiday. I spent it reading and watching movies with my son.

You’d expect me to read or watch some romantic stuff, but nope, I binged on science fiction and horror. From fiction to non-fiction. And everything in between.

My eyes are blurring as I type this. LOL

Did you do anything special? Did your Valentine bring you gifts, flowers, or candy?

What’s the best Valentine’s Day you ever had?

Now that you’re on sugar highs from all that candy, let’s talk books!

I’ll be hopping over to check out your Sunday posts so be sure to leave me your link!

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Here are my new books for review.

 

   

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New ones just because!

On my Kindle

   

Print Books

 

   

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And here are some freebies for ya!

Click on the covers to get yours and remember to make sure they’re still free before you click that buy button!

   

   

  

   

 

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Books I reviewed this week.

Click on the covers for my reviews.

 

   

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Books I’ll be reviewing next week.

   

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What I won.

I did win a few giveaways but will wait until they arrive to share them with you.

Some will be a surprise even to me!

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Fun news from around the web!

Over on Booktopia Blog, Andrew shares a fun Lego Take on Fifty Shades of Grey

Cait @ Paper Fury talks about authors that inspire her.

Carmel @ Rabid Read has a question on her post – Are you a seasonal reader?

Over on Herding Cats, Anna talks about When is it okay for an author to comment?

There’s a discussion @ Novel Heartbeat – Don’t be afraid to be yourself in your review.

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Other Posts on my blog this week.

A Giveaway Celebrating the Release of Heart Search : Betrayal

Cover Reveal ~ Out From Under ~ A Pea Pod Girls Investigations

Monday Minis Reviews #37 ~ A Zombie Combat Field Guide

Teaser Tuesdays #101 ~ Night Carnival

My Favorite Corpse ~ How many times can you lose a dead body?

Final Stand by Rose Garcia ~ Highlight and Giveaway

Valentine’s Day is Murder ~ Cost Mystery Tour Review

Friday Cover Reveal and Giveaway ~ Joshua and the Lightning Road by Donna Galanti

The Friday 56 #52 ~ My Pet Yeti

A Giveaway Celebrating The Kingdom Within and Friends For Life

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So, what did you get to read this week?

Got any recommendations?

I’d love to know and thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew.

This is my own version of a weekly book haul and all things new on fuonlyknew.

Another fun way to share your book news and enjoy others is The Sunday Post hosted by

Kimba the Caffeinated Book Reviewer

Head on over and leave a link to your Sunday Post and hop around to visits others.

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Here we are again. This week went by so fast.

I spent this weekend wandering around outside, checking to see which plants survived the cold so far. I’ve got plans to move some this spring and want to buy some small fruit trees and plant an herb garden.

I got the idea for growing my own herbs when I decided to start trying the recipes from the cozy mysteries I’ve been reading. There are some really good ones and I’m collecting them. Herbs and spices can be very expensive so I figured growing my own would get me out in the fresh air, keep me busy, and save on money.

My son is excited as he’s the official taste tester and has enjoyed a few recipes I’ve tried already. I usually follow the recipe precisely the first time and then tweak it the next time I cook. It’s fun to see what I come up with, but sometimes it’s a disaster. LOL Hence the garden and saving on money.

I’ve also been playing with the idea of reviewing the book and sharing the recipe with pictures of my efforts. Should be fun and I’ll even post the disasters.

My wish is to one day to be able to make tacos that taste as good as Taco Bell’s. I love theirs and could eat them everyday.

Do you ever try the recipes from cozy mysteries? Do you try ones from the cooking networks?

And just for fun, what’s your favorite fast food?

I’ll be hopping over to check out your Sunday posts so be sure to leave me your link!

Psst! It’s Mardi Gras!

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Here are my new books for review.

 

   

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New ones just because!

And these I found at some thrift stores. I had fun trolling for books this week.

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And here are some freebies for ya!

Click on the covers to get yours and remember to make sure they’re still free before you click that buy button!

   

   

   

   

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Books I reviewed this week.

 

 

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Books I’ll be reviewing next week.

I have a few more to post but not sure which ones so you’ll have to come back and see!

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What I won.

I won a print copy from a giveaway on Talk Supe.

Thanks Braine and thank you to Author Alan Finn.

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Other Posts this week.

Draco’s New Release ~ Blood Monarch ~ A side of Vlad Dracula you never met

Bright light can shine in dark places ~ The Schwarzschild Radius ~ Tour Review and Giveaway

Teaser Tuesdays #99 ~ Empty Cup

Honey the Dixie Dingo Dog ~ Review and Giveaway

Get amazing deals on eBook Bestsellers at IgniteYourBook.com and enter the giveaway

As Gouda As Dead ~ A deliciously fun cozy mystery review and giveaway

A Southern Gothic Mystery ~ They Call Me Crazy ~ Review and Giveaway

Friday Cover Reveal ~ Gods of Chaos

The Friday 56 #50 ~ Strings

Free this Friday and Saturday ~ AWOL by Antohony Renfro plus a giveaway

Cover Reveal ~ Heart Search: Betrayal

$100 February 2015 Blogger Appreciation Giveaway

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For all of my giveaways go HERE

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So, what did you get to read this week?

Got any recommendations?

I’d love to know and thanks so much for visiting fuonlyknew.

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It‘s time for Mardi Gras!

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Let the good times roll!