Celebrate Ink 2's release with us!

Celebrate

In honor of Ink 2 coming out this month, the author, Holly Hood will be giving away some Ink-related swag along with a free copy of Ink 2 to one lucky winner! If you haven't read the first and enjoy a good paranormal romance, check it out on Amazon.

Stay tuned for details on how to sign up for a chance to get your own copy of book 2 and some really cool swag!

Note from Author:

Thanks everyone for the support! I wanted to do something fun for the release of Ink 2, so I have some cool swag that reminds me of Ink, along with paperback copy of my favorite book. I can't wait to find out who gets to enjoy it!


I will be posting pictures of the swag along with a way to enter the giveaway! 


Holly Hood a Rafflecopter giveaway

My Playlist

I have been pestered and prodded and poked at to make this playlist, and so I have. I write fantasy, romance, mystery/thriller, and young adult, and these are just a few (a very few) of the songs that inspire me to write what I write. If you have read my books, you may recognize a few of them. Those that have graced the list and my books are those that hold a special place in keeping my sanity on track. Enjoy! 

 

 

Track Name	Artist	Album
Everything You’re Breathing For	The Parlor Mob	And You Were a Crow
Shake it Out	Florence and the Machine	Ceremonials
Call to Arms	Angels and Airwaves	I-Empire
Should’ve Known Better	Sick Puppies	Tri-Polar
Erase Me	Kid Cudi	Man on the Moon II: The Legend of Mr. Rager
Sorry	Art of Dying	Vices and Virtues
Ruthless	Something Corporate	North
Make Me Wanna Die	The Pretty Reckless	Light Me Up
Old Man	Redlight King	Something for the Pain
This Is What Rock N Roll Looks Like	Porcelain Black	This Is What Rock N Roll Looks Like
Savior	Black Veil Brides	Set The World On Fire
Summersong	The Decemberists	The Crane Wife
You’re A Wolf	Sea Wolf	Get To The River Before It Runs Too Low
Rebel Love Song	Black Veil Brides	Set The World On Fire
A Little’s Enough	Angels and Airwaves	We Don’t Need To Whisper
Midnight City	M83	Hurry Up We’re Dreaming
Nightcall	Kravinsky feat. Lovefoxxx	Drive Soundtrack
Blackout	Breathe Carolina	Time Of My Life

*For a full list of songs, check out my playlists

 

Are you pinterested?

So I jumped on the bandwagon and joined this highly addicted site called, Pinterest. It might be the coolest thing I have seen in a long time. I tried diligently to get Brandi on board, but sadly she is unable to navigate the site to join me.
Pinterest is basically a mixture of facebook and twitter minus the annoying whiners and people always talking about something ridiculous nonstop.
On Pinterest you can find recipes for just about anything. (cookie dough dip even!) You can find cool crafts for your home, or clothes for yourself amongst a bazillion other things.
The cool thing about the site is the bulletin boards you get to create and save all your finds on. I have mine in cute little categories such as: Food, music, TV, music, quotes, favorite people etc. I love it and usually add a dozen new finds to it every day.
I have discovered new recipes, which I love because I get tired of cooking the same ol' same ol' all the time.
I really think its the next big thing. Anyone interested in joining click the pinterest links dotted all over this blog. Or better yet shoot me your email and I will send you an invite!

Happy pinteresting!!

Katy Perry - The One That Got Away

I like to share new favorite songs. This is one that I can't get out of my head right now. Katy Perry is awesome.

I'm addicted.

I always said I would never get into vampires. Eeek!! I so have. It started with Twilight. I totally didn't see that one coming. But there is a small part of me that feels all giddy when the movies are coming out. And its fun to jump in the celebration.
I am always up to celebrate anything that was once just simply the imagination of someone else. Its very inspiring. And I admit...there are times I sit back and imagine my books on the big screen--or the CW, or even Hbo lol
Well once again I was sucked in. I know I am probably way late to the party. But I am here and in my best. Vampire diaries! *screams like a girl* Where has this show been all my life? ANd how great is Damon Salvatore? Not to mention Stefan and his over brooding ways that make me sigh. Its a really great show. I love the darkness. I actually might like it more then True blood. The thing with True blood that gets me is all the different creatures trying to bump heads and get along on television. Something about Vampire diaries seems to work better--so far. I say this because I have only just started watching and I have yet to make that my final answer.And a big thank you goes out to Netflix for making this possible. I am now able to catch up on Vampire diaries because of them.
I am going to start looking a little closer at fads for now on. It seemes they are great sometimes.
Still working on writing. Took a break the last couple days to focus on getting some reviews on Ink. Ink is doing great might I add. So far I have got four five star ratings and one four star on Ink. This is very inspiring and makes me really happy. Just shows all the hard work put into Ink has paid off. I am so proud of Ink. I think it really shows the changes I have undergone as a writer. I have learned so much since the early days of Wingless. *waves at Wingless*

whirlwind of thoughts

I figured I would spew forth some of my thoughts before bed. I have a lot on my mind, such as growing older. Its my birthday, and I really don't have any feelings on it. I'm now 28, I don't feel any different really. No gray hairs or wrinkles yet, so thats good. I guess I can say I am wiser, in all the years your lucky enough to still be alive its best to grow smarter, I mean what else is the point in living if you just get even more stupid?
I was also thinking about writing and why when I want to write is when I am not able to. And then the other times when I could I just don't feel like it. Its a really strange thing. I told the hubs the other day I wish a book could be written in like five minutes because this new one is complete in my mind, now its just a matter of purging it all onto paper.
Also today, I came up with an idea for another WINGLESS, yeah I said it. I think its a beautiful idea and a way to start fresh. I wonder what the readers will think.
My new book is coming along, need to bounce it off of my best friend like I always do to get her thoughts on it. This is what I always do, my process. I write and send her chapters,she reads and we sort of gossip like school girls at lunch about the characters. I guess my aim for this story is another romance but with fresh new characters and this new idea, the idea involves music and tattoos. And I do believe it holds a twist like Wingless that makes it very original.
I started two new books today, and I'm sure anyone who reads my blogs can tell how scattered I am. But yes I started two new books today, Fallen by Lauren Kate. And so far its slow, that doesnt mean I don't like it. But so far kind of has me feeling a bit depressed and dark. That could be because of today really. I sometimes am really bothered when I hear about celebs dying. ( I don't know why) maybe cuz any death scareds the bejeezus out of me. But really its just a sad reality that people can die, and people die when they least expect it. And then I feel horrible thinking about how the people who were close to them feel, and my brain shoves me into this place where I sit and think and try to feel what they are feeling, I'm sure that is why I am a writer haha.
I also started reading Jenny Pox and I actually like it, its gritty and sad. And I love how its kind of raunchy in a good way. So far I am pleased, but poor Jenny.
And as my addiction for music grows larger I am on the prowl for more music. Music is such an obsession I crave it, I literally feel sick almost when I don't hear it each day of my life, I wonder if that is normal. If not I dont care, music makes me feel good, its soothing, it balances my brain, my thoughts, my everything.
And lastly I am working on a new goal: Extreme Couponing!!! I am super excited. I am going to try and do what they do on tv, its almost like a game to see how much I can save. I recently discovered the show, and Nate Berkus had some of the coupon ladies on today and it just really propelled me into the idea. I want to try, I really want to see if I can do it. If anything it should prove interesting.
Alright seeing now that I am 28 I know old people arent suppose to stay up late. So I must get some rest so I don't break a hip tomorrow haha

Celebration

I completed the sixth book in the series, the name of it is Back to Life. I was very happy with the ending, and I can't wait to hear feedback on what my readers think about it. I know some that have been waiting ever so patiently. This has been yet another journey with and ending that tore at my emotions, I worked hard for days on the last couple chapters, and I cried at the end, for many reasons. It was a tough decision but it was the way the cookie crumbled :) I hope everyone enjoys it. Now I am looking forward to trying something totally fresh and new, and also polishing up Gypsies. Oh and speaking of Gypsies I started writing the second book of that one, I do not know when I will venture into it, but I have my start and that will help a lot for the days when I want to return to that story. I really am looking forward to getting some reading in of my own because I do enjoy reading other people's books too. I also want to post reviews of the books I am reading for the readers out there. And do a little more toward promoting my own work.
I came up with an idea last night that I possibly will give one person the whole series which would be all 6 of the books, it would have to be some kind of giveaway or contest just not sure what yet.
And lastly I look forward to diving into some new ideas I have, some of my ideas are far out there, and some are just everyday life. Can't wait!!

My favorite songs right now.

Seeing music plays a huge part in my day to day life, some days I can not function without it. I thought I would list my favorites right now. And I want to mention that project playlist is probably the best thing ever. So here goes....

1. Evermore- This unavoidable thing between us.

2. The Flys- Got you where I want you.

3.Pearl Jam- Just breathe

4. Snow Patrol- Chasing Cars

5. Third eye blind- Narcolepsy

6. Buckcherry- The movies

Happy Happy

Ever have one of those days where you wake up and are just thrilled by everything!? I did today, just a lot of good stuff happening. The sky is blue for once instead of the usual depressing gray. I love spring don't get me wrong, but the beginning of it is so wet and dreary lol.
I find myself really into flowers and planting them and fruits or veggies this year. The kids planted vegetables in their little greenhouse kits and two of them are already sprouting. Now as for my gardening skills, I am not sure if I can keep vegetables thriving. But the plant in my home is just gorgeous and I call him Frank. haha Frank is a green houseplant and he is just doing so good. My mom always had these plants since I can remember, and I somehow picked up the tradition.
Book six in the series, I titled it "Back to life" is going places. I really love writing this one, so much has changed. Eve is in a good place in some ways.As a writer I tend to favor characters, but I never let that get in between what I want to happen. Its almost like real life, I try to let them do what is best for them...or what they think is best for them. I don't know if that is even possible when the characters in my books are so dysfunctional.
I can't wait to finish this one, to see what it turns into. I enjoy rereading my books when they're done. Its the one time I feel like I can really enjoy them.
Everyday I think about Heart of Gypsies, and how I want to write the next book. There is so much I want to happen. I feel robbed lol At the same time I really liked how it turned out, there is just some things that really stick with me. And some things I wish I could change not change the story, but I really feel like a second book would let me explore these options.
Sometimes I feel haunting is good, and I have always been a believer in not making everything so perfect. But for once I have to admit I smack my head at the ending sometimes. The ending was right, but it doesn't mean it didn't hurt! lol

Album

Sometimes I really believe I could not survive without music. I use music in everything I do, it calms me. It destresses me, it motivates me to clean. Its relaxing even, I love music with great lyrics, and I love music that is accompanied by a great singer. I am listening to Closer by kings of Leon and this is a perfect example. This man's voice is so unique and he really can sings his ass off. The song is haunting in a really great way. I am truly truly obsessed with project playlist, I have found all my must have songs on there, and I listen to my play list all day long pretty much. With the invention of Dvr, my television watching has went down to barely anything. I record my shows and watch them when I feel like it. I could live without tv. But not music, I would rather watch great movies, days, reality tv and the Today show. I can not live without Matt Lauer in the mornings lol But as for channel surfing I know not of what that is anymore lol I am a die hard Grey's anatomy fans, and I admit that I am pulled into anything that makes me bawl like a baby. I love anything that is gripping and causes me to cry or gives me goosebumps. Dancing with the stars is another guilty pleasure for me, Maks is amazing! And the whole show is just so interesting to me. I wish I was capable of dancing like that. And when I need a good laugh I watch two and a half men, or Fantasy Factory. If I am in the mood for something thrilling I just watch Ufc, now there is something I am dying to do. I heart UFC. And lastly writing is another thing that I can not live without. My writing is who I am, my book series are a connection to my soul. The characters are everything I think,feel and see in life. They are my means of expression, my secret key to sanity. lol

Middle Class Rut - New Low (Official Video)

I absolutley love this song "WHo am I? A cold shoulder left to cry, you feel bad well so do i!" Love it!!