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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

A Vampire For Christmas Blog Tour - October 19, 2011



Thanks, Sally, for hosting the #VampXmas blog tour! It’s always fun to visit with you and your readers.

The anthology, A VAMPIRE FOR CHRISTMAS, was just released in print (November 1 for digital), and all four authors are here today, answering the same question. Stay tuned at the end for a chance to win a cool prize package.

What surprised you most about writing your short story in the anthology A VAMPIRE FOR CHRISTMAS?

Michele Hauf: That much as I hate living in Minnesota and complain about the weather and the unending snow, I really enjoy writing about it. Set in NY, this story has snowstorms, and cold, icy weather, and it's fun to play with on the page. Especially since cold weather demands cuddling. ;-)

To learn more about Michele’s books:
Website:  www.MicheleHauf.com
Facebook:  www.facebook.com/michelehauf
Twitter:  www.twitter.com/MicheleHauf


Alexis Morgan: I think what surprised me the most was how clearly I could see the opening scene long before I knew anything at all about the characters or how the story would unfold. As soon as I thought about a the idea of a vampire celebrating Christmas, I could just “see” him standing across the street from a diner and staring at the woman behind the counter. That image raised so many questions for me. Why was he out there? Why didn’t he come in out of the cold? What about him made the heroine so painfully aware of him standing out there when the street outside was crowded with holiday shoppers? I quickly realized that it wasn’t the chill of a winter night that left Eagan McHale feeling so cold, but the emotional price that came from living the secret life of a vampire and cop. It wasn’t the cozy comfort of diner itself that Eagan needed that night, but the gift of loving acceptance he found in Della’s dark chocolate eyes and sweet smile.

To learn more about Alexis’s books:
Website:  www.AlexisMorgan.com
Facebook:  www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001176129117&ref=ts
Twitter:  www.twitter.com/alexis_morgan


Laurie London: What surprised me about writing this story was the way the Christmas theme jump-started the conflict. In the Sweetblood world, vampires don’t fear holy water or crosses…or even churches, for that matter, so I knew some other conflict would drive the story. When I saw a raven-haired woman arranging greenery and Christmas candles on a mantle, with an angry, yet gorgeous, man watching her, it hit me. Not only does Charlotte Grant not realize she’s decorating a vampire’s mansion for a big holiday party, but she’s done it before. Something terrible happened last year, and Trace is not happy she’s back.

To learn more about Laurie’s books:
Website:  www.LaurieLondon.com
Facebook:  www.facebook.com/LaurieLondonAuthor
Twitter:  www.twitter.com/LaurieBLondon


Caridad Pineiro: What surprised me most was a turn that the story took which departed from the traditional Dickens tale. Although I had already deviated a bit from the original story line in that my “ghost” is an angel and makes repeat visits, the real surprise was when it occurred to me that it wasn’t only the vampire who had to be redeemed, but the heroine as well. Part of the reason for her return visits to the vampire is that she has not yet learned her lesson either.

To learn more about Caridad’s books:
Website:  www.caridad.com
Facebook:  www.facebook.com/Caridad.Author
Twitter:  www.twitter.com/CaridadPineiro


Question for you: What’s your favorite holiday movie? And since Halloween is right around the corner, let’s not limit it to just Christmas.

One random commenter will win not only a copy of the anthology, A VAMPIRE FOR CHRISTMAS, but ALSO a signed copy of Laurie London’s EMBRACED BY BLOOD, book 2 in the Sweetblood series AND a fangtastic holiday ornament.


About A Vampire For Christmas

A Vampire For Christmas
Harlequin, October 18, 2011

All they want for Christmas is you…

It's the time of year for twinkling lights on trees and kisses under the mistletoe. Yet the passing of another year means nothing to the stunning immortals who lurk in the shadows of the new-fallen snow.

And they don't care if you've been naughty or nice.

Let four fanged lovers open your eyes to a passion you never dared to imagine. After all, there's no place like home for the holidays—and these dazzling vampires can't wait for an invitation.


Check out this amazing cover for the UK ebook:



The Giveaway

THE RULES

What:  One commenter will win a copy of A Vampire for Christmas, and a signed copy of Laurie London’s Embraced by Blood (Sweetblood 2) and a fangtastic holiday ornament.

How:  Leave a comment answering the following question:

What’s your favorite holiday movie? 
And since Halloween is right around the corner, let’s not limit it to just Christmas.

Please remember - if you don't answer the question your entry will not be counted.
 
You may receive additional entries by:

1)  Being a Follower of The Qwillery.

2)  Mentioning the giveaway on Facebook and/or Twitter. Even if you mention the giveaway on both, you will get only one additional entry. You get only one additional entry even if you mention the giveaway on Facebook and/or Twitter multiple times.

3)  Mentioning the giveaway on your on blog or website. It must be your own blog or website; not a website that belongs to someone else or a site where giveaways, contests, etc. are posted.

There are a total of 4 entries you may receive: Comment (1 entry), Follower (+1 entry), Facebook and/or Twitter (+ 1 entry), and personal blog/website mention (+1 entry). This is subject to change again in the future for future giveaways.

Please leave links for Facebook, Twitter, or blog/website mentions. In addition please leave a way to contact you.

Who and When: The contest is open to all humans on the planet earth with a mailing address. Contest ends at 11:59pm US Eastern Time on Wednesday, October 26, 2011. Void where prohibited by law. You must be 18 years old or older to enter.

*Giveaway rules are subject to change.*

55 comments:

  1. My favorite is "A Christmas Story" although "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" with Boris Karloff is really excellent, too.

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  2. I love Scrooge,just about all the versions of it from the old black and white movie with alastair sim,the musical version to the very funny Scrooged.
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  3. First off: I love how you set up the interview, with the authors information listed. For those readers who may not be aware, or for those who want more info on them. *cheers*
    With Halloween approaching, I'll say that I'm a huge scary movie fan, but no one else in my family is: and sometimes, it's just too much to watch one by yourself! *boo*
    For Christmas movies, I like anything that makes my kids laugh: Santa Claus movies and Home Alone movies are some of those. There's nothing better than watching your kids laugh so hard they can't breathe. *moms bein mushy*
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  4. My favorite Christmas movie is We're No Angels--it's an old Humphrey Bogart movie with Peter Ustinov, Aldo Ray, Leo G. Carroll, and Basil Rathbone. It's about three escapees from the prison on Devil's Island, who end up making Christmas extra special for one unsuspecting family.

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  5. I like the 1951 version of "A Christmas Carol". Though I have seen other versions, this version has always been my favorite.

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  6. Thanks, everyone, for popping in!

    Probably my favorite holiday movie is Christmas Vacation. "It's a beaut, Clark, a beaut!" "I learned everything I know about exterior illumination from you, Dad."

    Yes, my family knows it so well that we can quote lines.

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  7. I love the original A Miracle on 34th Street with Natalie Wood. So cute!

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  8. My favorite Christmas movie would have to be It's a Wonderful Life.

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  9. Thanks for an awesome post! I've heard great things about this book :)

    I'd have to say that my fav holiday movie would be The Santa Clause. I know, I know. But everytime it's on, I find myself stopping and watching it. There are more but this is the one that popped right into my brain when I read the question.

    Thanks!

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  10. The Sound of Music and Home Alone, this one for Christmas especially. Music, happy cheer and lots of humour makes for a great Holiday movie.

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  11. Growing up I always watched Jason, Freddy Krueger, all the old horror films and the last good horror I watched was The Crazies.

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  12. A Christmas Story because it's so funny and Fright Night (the original although the remake with Colin Farrel isn't bad) for halloween

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  14. my favorite christmas movie is Elf.

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  15. My favorite Christmas movie is A Christmas Story, but I also love The Lemon Drop Kid with Bob Hope. I don't really have a favorite Halloween movie. I ordinarily just watch whatever scary movies happen to be on. Thanks for the opportunity!

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  16. 3 Days. I love that movie. They usually show it at Christmas time but they haven't been. I love vampires. Please enter me in contest. I am a follower and email subscriber. Tore923@aol.com

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  17. My Favorite Holiday movie is: national Lampoon's Christmas vacation! We have made it a tradition and every year the family sits down and watches it! Thanks for the awesome giveaway!
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  18. I adore the cartoon of The Night Before Christmas or The Polar Express. Thank you very much for the chance to win this awesome book, edysicecreamlover18@gmailDOTcom
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  19. Reindeer Games! I watch that movie every Christmas.
    A close second would be Assault on precinct 13, which I watch on New Year's Eve.

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  20. My favorite is A MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL, hence the inspiration for my contribution to the anthology. LOL!

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  21. I also LOVE the Santa Clause movies with Tim Allen--Elves with Attitude!

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  22. My favorite Christmas move is scrooged is Scrooged. I guess for Halloween I think my favorite movie would be Halloween 1. Thanks for the chance.

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  23. for christmas "a christmas story" :p
    for halloween (and christmas): The Nightmare Before Christmas

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  24. Well for Christmas time I like Santa Buddies, it's just too darn cute!! =) For Halloween time, I like From Hell, I know not Halloween inspired but it's light horror type and gets me in the mood for Halloween.

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  25. My favorite holiday movie is Die Hard. I know it's not the normal type of movie but I just love it. I can watch it over and over again. I think my second choice would be ELF. Can't stop laughing with that one.

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  26. Hello,

    i'm really trying to win this so my favorite film would be " Miracle on 64e street". I cry each time ( too emotional i know)
    thanks you a lot for this giveaway

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  27. man.. i tend not to watch too many holiday movies, but the Nightmare before Christmas is a classic..
    (this book looks really good too!)
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  28. It wouldn't be Christmas without The Little Drummer Boy. Yes, that old stop-motion movie. Those big sad eyes, and that single tear drop when the lamb gets hit! Awww.....

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  29. My all time favourite is Mel Gibson's - The Passion of the Christ emotionally beautiful!

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  30. My favorite holiday movie is A Christmas Story. I will sit and watch that movie over and over again on Christmas day. I just love that movie.

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  31. First I gotta say...I love that UK cover, amazing! Ok, my favorite holiday movies...
    Halloween: Witches of Eastwick
    Christmas: Miracle on 34th Street

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  32. Christmas Movie- Miracle on 34th Street
    Halloween-It's the Great Pumpkin -Charlie Brown
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  33. My favorite holiday movie is The Nightmare Before Christmas - two great holidays in one movie. And Danny Elfman's music is so perfect for it, you just can't beat it.

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  34. Another classic--How The Grinch Stole Christmas! Dr. Seuss's use of language is always amazing.

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  35. My favorite Christmas movie is A Christmas Story and my favorite Christmas cartoon is A Charlie Brown Christmas. My favoirte scary movie is Potergeist! Thanks for sharing!!!!

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  36. My favorite Holiday movie is National Lampoons Christmas Vacation I love those Griswalds:)


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  37. My favorite holiday movie hands down is "The Nightmare Before Christmas." It has it all :)

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  38. THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS: covers both Halloween & Christmas.

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  39. Halloween favorite movie is The Shining and for Christmas I always enjoy wathching National Lampoons Christmas Vacation ;)

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  40. Growing up my brother and I always watched Mad Monster Party on Tv on Thanksgiving. We still watch it every Thanksgiving on DVD if we're together.

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  41. My all time favorite Christmas movie is Holiday Inn with Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye! I don't really have a favorite Halloween movie that I can think of:)

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  42. I like The Santa Claus movies....very cute. Thanks for the chance.

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  43. Oooh..I'd love these books and the UK cover is so hot!
    I'm not a big holiday movie fan at all.. I have to admit that I cringe at most movies. Yes..around Xmas I'm also known as Scrooge - what can I say? I'm a Jewess from NYC - it ain't in me and really, how many Chanukah classics are there? And DO NOT say the 10 Commandments or I'll lose it - seriously :)
    However, Caridad remined me how much I love those Muppets in their Xmas movie..so that's my answer - Muppets.
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  44. Love Actually. The first year I saw it I watched it so many times and I still need to see it every year.

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  45. My favorite holiday Movie is Home Alone =D

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  46. my favourite holliday movie ever is "SLEEPY HOLLOW" ...not because there's johny depp here ( ahem...;p) but the story is fantastis...its about The cruse of the headless horseman in a small town of sleepy hollow....although its scary, at the end, the hero get the girl and live happily ever after...

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  47. Favorite Halloween movie: Hocus Pocus, Beetlejuice, The Nightmare Before Christmas (or is this a Christmas movie? either way its one of my all time favorites), basically any Halloween special on TV

    Christmas: A Christmas Carol with Alastair Sim, The Nightmare Before Christmas (see above note), It's a Wonderful Life, and again any Cristmas special that is on TV

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  48. It's a Wonderful Life is my top fav Christmas movie.

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  49. I always used to watch Santa Claus: The Movie every Christmas for the longest time. Then I started watching The Santa Clause as my holiday tradition. So those two are my favorites. :)

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  50. I love that e-book cover!
    My favorite Christmas movies are A Christmas Story, The Santa Clause and National Lampoons Christmas Vacation!

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  51. 1+ My fav is "A Christmas Carol" I never get bored!
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  52. I love the original Freddy movies! Those were the only scary movies that I managed to watch when I was young. As far as a Christmas movie I like The Santa Clause movies with Tim Taylor.

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  53. Hmm... my favorite holiday movie? Well, I guess I have to choose out of my big pile.
    A Nightmare Before Christmas.
    :) Its spooky and holiday-ish, and I watch it whenever I get the chance.
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  54. I have 2 actually,The March Of The Wooden Soldiers was a movie we watched every Thanksgiving growing up. And another oldie in Black and white is "The Bishop's Wife" with Cary Grant and Loretta Young. They remade it years later with A Preacher's Wife with Denzel Washington and Whitney Houston.Thanks for this opportunity.GFC name is Lucky47.
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  55. I don't know if this is considered a Christmas movie or not, but I like While you were sleeping. I also like how the Grinch stole Christmas(the cartoon). I am a follower. Thank you. brendem7@comcast.net

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