Final Count Down for the Global Ebook Awards!

I have to admit now that it is only a few weeks away I am really nervous about the announcement if my book Fantasy Time Inc. will make finalist for the Global eBook Awards. I have everything crossed because I would love to be in the final running for my first book award. It's funny because it is really an honor to just be nominated, I thought that was just a silly line but I am so happy to be eligible to be up for the award. Wish me luck!

Also on Goodreads I have a new feature on my Author Site, it is a Q and A section. All you have to do is join and ask ; http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/71507-q-a-with-sherri-rabinowitz

Don't forget to try and get a free copy of my book Fantasy Time Inc on the Goodreads giveaway! Here is the link;http://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/show/27034-fantasy-time-inc

Let's Welcome Larissa Hinton for interview about her writing style, reading and new books!

What was the first book you remember loving? Do you still own it?

I remember loving Shel Silverstein's book of poetry (I want to say Where The
Sidewalk Ends) and unfortunately I do not own it. I own another book of poetry
from him and I love reading it from time to time.

What kind of books do you like to read? Do those books have an affect on your own writing?

I love to read paranormal romance, fantasy, urban fantasy, graphic novels, romantic suspense and manga books . . . I could continue the list but my recent obsession is Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series!

Absolutely! Since I recently expanded my reading into different genres,
my writing has expanded into different genres and I've experimented with
different writing styles.

Do you remember what is the first book that touched you deeply?

Torn by Amanda Hocking definitely left an impact on me emotionally. I had to take a step
back and face facts about my life. Is there an era of writing that affects you? 1920, 1800’s so forth?Not that I can think of on the top of my head.

Where do you like to write? Is there a favorite nook or corner?

I use to write in my library when I first started out writing. It was my favorite place,
surrounded by all those books and instant references just in case.

Do you prefer one genre to another?

Depends on my mood. Right now I'm definitely want to read historical romance, contemporary romance and paranormal romance (YA and adult).A couple of months ago, I simply wanted a book in my hands to get away from all of the writing. So with time and mood, things change.

Do you like the feel of a book in your hands or do prefer an electronic devises?

That is still to be determined. I am willing to try electronic devices since it seems like my life (not to mention my back and arms) will benefit from using the eReader instead of print books, but I don't know if I prefer one over the other yet. But I am willing to open my mind and see what happens.

Can you tell us about what your working on now?

Absolutely! I'm wrapping up the last edits on my YA paranormal romance called Angel Diaries.

Here's the blurb;

Lindsey's life couldn't have been any more ordinary. So, she had two guys
fighting over her, a psychic friend and a school dominated by Goths but, other
than that, life was good. That is until horrible nightmare start about her mother being
ripped apart by a monster changed her life from the inside out. Literally. Her
whole world was full of lies. She's not even human. She's an Angel.

Additionally, I'm writing short stories and poetry for Everblossom 2.

Here's a snippet of that blurb:

Thirsty for more?

Prepare to dig deeper into the afterlife through three more stages from decompose, rebirth then back to regrowth rediscover how the flower lives at night.

http://www.amazon.com/Everblossom-Short-Poetry-Anthology-ebook/dp/B005H5GKIY/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1313954227&sr=1-1

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/80600

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/everblossom-larissa-hinton/1104907595

Thanks Larissa! Great interview.

Till next time...

Fantasy Time Inc is Nominated!!!

      My novel Fantasy Time Inc. has been nominated for a writing award. How sweet is that? You know how people say it is a honor just to be nominated? Well for the first time I understand that. It is.  I have been nominated from the Global eBook Awards in the category of speculative contemporary fantasy fiction, and I am in competition with four other books. I am very excited and can't wait to see if I am one of the finalists. I will know next month, I will let you know when I do. Here is my page on the nomination list; http://globalebookawards.com/fiction-nominees/speculative-contemporary-fantasy-fiction/fantasy-time-inc-by-sherri-rabinowitz/



I had a great interview about my book with Judith Marshall on her blog called Husbands May Come and Go but Friends are Forever. Cool name, huh? She does interviews of fellow authors and she asked some really different and interesting questions. Here is the link; http://judithmarshall.net/guest-author-interview-with-sherri-rabinowitz/ .




Here is a very different and personal article I wrote for Selfgrowth.com. It is about taking a risk and creating a life that I really wanted. How I took a chance and chased my bliss, I am still chasing it but that makes it a great adventure,. Here it is, let me know what you think. http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/creating-your-own-reality

And now for something completely different, this an article I wrote for Working Writer. It is about the chaos I put myself through at the begining of the year. I had been wanting to create a website that would feature all the writing I do in one site. As I was working on the website I fell in love with the look of it, so I decided I would revamp my whole Jewel e-magazine.  Sadly I did it at the same time, which created a truly insane period because I had also just moved to San Diego so I was handling all the wonders of moving in with creating two websites. Nuts right? Here is the article; http://workingwritersandbloggers.com/2012/05/23/the-tale-of-two-projects/



I am very excited about my next interview because it is very different. This is a reviewer and a lover of books. She interviewed me for my book Fantasy Time Inc. http://vampirekiss1967.blogspot.com/2012/04/interview-with-sherri-rabinowitz.html?spref=tw and I thought it would be interesting to interview her. I also thought it would give writers a chance to hear about a reviewer and interviewer from their point of view.

So lets give a warm welcome to Eva  Coppersmith from Eva's Sancturary;

What was the first book you remember loving? Do you still own it?

I have always loved to read even as a child. I have loved many books; but the one that sticks in my mind the most is Outlander by Diana Gabaldon. A friend of mine loaned me her copy in 1994 when I was going for surgery. I loved it so much, I had to buy my own copy and all the rest of the series that was available at the time. I still have all of the books and also bought the anniversary edition of Outlander and the UK edition called Cross Stitch when we visited Scotland last year.

 What kind of books do you like to read?

My absolute favorite is romance, especially vampire romance; but my tastes have broadened considerably since I started reviewing. I read just about everything now, but I always go back to romance.

 Do you remember what is the first book that touched you deeply?

I have to say Outlander again. It touched me on so many different levels and so many emotions came forth when I was reading it. Of course, like so many women out there, I fell head over heels in love with Jamie Fraser in the story. I was so in love with that book and Jamie, I told my husband he had to take me to Scotland for our fifteenth wedding anniversary. Bless him, he did and I fell in love with the country. I tried my best to find Jamie there; but sorry to say, I had no luck. I had planned on sticking him in my suitcase to bring home.

 Is there an era of writing that affects you? 1920's, 1800’s so forth?

I would say the 17 and 1800's. I love the historical eras the best. I often tell my husband I was born in the wrong time. Of course, I don't think I would like to give up my modern conveniences and I would not easily let a man tell me what I had to do.

 What is your procedure when you review a book?

I am mostly contacted by email but I have had a few authors contact me on FB, twitter and linkedin. I really don't care how they contact me. I just want to know about the book. I check it out to make sure it is legit and then I will contact back if I am willing to review the book. I tell them about how long it will be and let the author decide if they are willing to wait. If so, I only request the book. I accept any format because I have three kindles and an IPad. I always accept hard copy too. When I have finished the book, I notify the author and I post all over the internet including FB, twitter, google+, linkedin, and numerous book sites plus specialty book sites if they are applicable such as Amish Living. I will also post on amazon and smashwords if asked.

 Do you prefer one genre to another?

Not really. As I said earlier, I have branched out with my reading since I started my blog. I just don't do poetry because it has never been a strong area of mine. I also don't do self-help books, cooking, gardening, that type of thing. I don't know enough about that type of thing to give an honest opinion one way or the other.

 Do you like the feel of a book in your hands or do prefer an electronic devises?

You would think with four electronic readers I would say ebooks; but no, I much prefer a hard book. I say I have a love affair with books. I love to feel them, turn the pages, and I love the smell of them. You just can't get that with with an ebook. My electronic reader collection is my obsession with toys. It is also the most economical for authors and publishers to share their files in this day and age. Most of what I buy is hard copy. I like autographed books so I get those as much as I can.

 Can you tell us where we can find your reviews?

My blog is Eva's Sanctuary at http://vampirekiss1967.blogspot.com/

Thank you so much Eva for a great interview, it as great!

I have more exciting stuff coming your way, stay tuned....

Till Next Time....