Mollypalooza Day 2

 

 

Welcome to Mollypalooza!! There will be something different every day to celebrate the release of Deceiving Lies and the awesomeness that is Molly McAdams. Be sure to check back daily! And without further ado, today's schedule...

 

Mollypalooza Day 1 | Mollypalooza Day 2 | Mollypalooza Day 3 | Mollypalooza Day 4 | Mollypalooza Day 5

 

 

 

Today's special guest is Pete Stellato. Pete is the inspiration for Kash, the hero in Forgiving Lies and Deceiving Lies. He was awesome enough to let me interview him for today's Mollypalooza post. 

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Stephanie: Hi Pete! So tell me, how did you find out you were Molly's inspiration for Kash and what was your reaction?

 

Pete: Oh Molly Molly lol. Love her already and haven't meet her just yet...Anyway she messaged me saying you have that Romantic Look and Style with the Love of Protection and I want you to be Kash. I said...Really...Me? How do you know that?! She said the way I connected with people. If I sit there and review who I am I could say so 110%...Especially being there for that special someone and protecting them with all my heart. Ladies what do you think?

 

Stephanie: I think you are a perfect fit for Kash. :) Have you read Forgiving Lies & Deceiving Lies?

 

Pete: Are you kidding me...A NY Times and USA Today Best Selling Author?! I needed to dive into this book. It took me a few weeks to read it but I swear...Right when I opened it and explored the first two chapters I Couldn't STOP!  So descriptive and amazing I can put myself into this character in a heartbeat!  I could relate so much to this book and it just inspired me more to be that man even more.

 

Stephanie: I think that's awesome! What are you looking forward to most about attending the Austin Book Fest on March 22nd with Molly?

 

Pete: I'm looking forward to the people who love Molly's Novels. To be that character and show people that this is not just a character but a man who relates to the rare ones out there. Most of All attend this Fest with Molly!!!

 

Stephanie: You are definitely going to have a great time! What do you do when you're not inspiring authors?

 

Pete: I love to inspire others... to be themselves and guide them to success through poems, fitness, and/or every day life . My Passion will radiate to others.

 

Stephanie: From what I've seen just by following and interacting with you on Facebook, you do a great job! One final question, What is your favorite thing about Molly?

 

Pete: LOL. .. Oh a brother & sister love already. Jokes and laughs with some sarcasm.  Right Molly?!

 

Stephanie: LOL That's awesome. Thank you so much for joining me and letting me pick your brain today, Pete! For anyone who wants to find out more about Pete, you can find him on Facebook by clicking here and Twitter by clicking here.

 

 

Today's featured fan is the lovely Kathy!

 

 

Stephanie: Hi Kathy! Where are you from?

 

Kathy: Maryland

 

Stephanie: What's your favorite Molly McAdams book?

 

Kathy: From Ashes.

 

Stephanie: What is your favorite thing about Molly?

 

Kathy: My favorite thing about Molly is her no holds barr it is what it is with a shot of cray cray and bahahaha. She really is a total sweetheart! Last August I went to Vegas to the Naughty Mafia signing.  I had never read her books yet and after meeting her I fell in love and have read all of her books expect Stealing Harper. I have it but I am just not ready yet.

 

Stephanie: Thanks so much for joining us today and helping celebrate Molly!

 

 

Today's featured books are Forgiving Lies and Deceiving Lies. Kash and Rachel's story is a MUST READ! My opinion anyways. :D 

The fabulous New York Times and USA Today bestselling New Adult author returns with a sizzling, funny, and deeply emotional tale of passion and secrets, deception and forgiveness.

A matter of secrets . . .

Undercover cop Logan "Kash" Ryan can't afford a distraction like his new neighbor Rachel Masters, even if she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. To catch a serial killer, he needs to stay focused, yet all he can think about is the feisty, long-legged coed whose guarded nature intrigues him.

A matter of lies . . .

Deceived and hurt before, Rachel would rather be a single, crazy cat lady than trust another guy, especially a gorgeous, tattooed bad boy with a Harley, like Kash. But when his liquid-steel eyes meet hers, it takes all of Rachel's willpower to stop herself from exploring his hot body with her own.

A matter of love . . .

As much as they try to keep it platonic, the friction between them sparks an irresistible heat that soon consumes them. Can Kash keep Rachel's heart and her life safe even as he risks his own? Will she be able to forgive his lies . . . or will she run when she discovers the dangerous truth?

Amazon | B & N | iTunes

 

 

 

The irresistible, blazing-hot sequel to New York Times bestselling author Molly McAdams's Forgiving Lies

Rachel is supposed to be planning her wedding to Kash, the love of her life. After the crazy year they've had, she's ready to settle down and live a completely normal life. Well, as normal as it can be. But there's something else waiting—something threatening to tear them apart.

Kash is ready for it all with Rachel, especially if "all" includes having a football team of babies with his future wife. In his line of work, Kash knows how short life can be and doesn't want to waste another minute of their life together. But now his past as an undercover narcotics agent has come back to haunt him . . . and it's the girl he loves who's caught in the middle.

Trent Cruz's orders are clear: take the girl. But there's something about this girl that has him changing the rules and playing a dangerous game to keep her safe. When his time as Rachel's protector runs out, Trent will turn his back on the only life he's known—and risk everything if it means getting her out alive.

Amazon | B & N | iTunes

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Release Day Review & Giveaway - Deceiving Lies by Molly McAdams

 

Happy Release Day to Molly McAdams! I've got my review of Deceiving Lies for you below as well as a chance to win a Kindle copy.

 

The irresistible, blazing-hot sequel to New York Times bestselling author Molly McAdams's Forgiving Lies

Rachel is supposed to be planning her wedding to Kash, the love of her life. After the crazy year they've had, she's ready to settle down and live a completely normal life. Well, as normal as it can be. But there's something else waiting—something threatening to tear them apart.

Kash is ready for it all with Rachel, especially if "all" includes having a football team of babies with his future wife. In his line of work, Kash knows how short life can be and doesn't want to waste another minute of their life together. But now his past as an undercover narcotics agent has come back to haunt him . . . and it's the girl he loves who's caught in the middle.

Trent Cruz's orders are clear: take the girl. But there's something about this girl that has him changing the rules and playing a dangerous game to keep her safe. When his time as Rachel's protector runs out, Trent will turn his back on the only life he's known—and risk everything if it means getting her out alive.

 

Amazon | B & N | iTunes

 

Deceiving Lies is a heart achingly beautiful love story. It literally made me ache for Rachel and Kash. When I read Forgiving Lies I immediately fell in love with Kash & Rachel’s story. When Molly ended it the way she did, I couldn’t believe it. And so began the waiting for Deceiving Lies to be released and missing Kash. It was so worth the wait. If you’ve read Forgiving Lies, then you know that Kash and Rachel have been through a lot since they met and fell in love. When Rachel is kidnapped and held captive their love is tested and they must confront the changes in both of them and their feelings because of it. Molly’s books just keep getting better and better. I laughed, I cried, I craved pancakes and that was just in the first 50 pages or so. My emotions were all over the place—happy, sad, disbelieving, and oh-my-goodness-that-isn’t-happening. When an author can make me feel that range of emotions while reading, it’s definitely a keeper book. Go, buy it, read it, fall in love with Kash & Rachel’s story.

The fabulous New York Times and USA Today bestselling New Adult author returns with a sizzling, funny, and deeply emotional tale of passion and secrets, deception and forgiveness.

A matter of secrets . . .

Undercover cop Logan "Kash" Ryan can't afford a distraction like his new neighbor Rachel Masters, even if she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. To catch a serial killer, he needs to stay focused, yet all he can think about is the feisty, long-legged coed whose guarded nature intrigues him.

A matter of lies . . .

Deceived and hurt before, Rachel would rather be a single, crazy cat lady than trust another guy, especially a gorgeous, tattooed bad boy with a Harley, like Kash. But when his liquid-steel eyes meet hers, it takes all of Rachel's willpower to stop herself from exploring his hot body with her own.

A matter of love . . .

As much as they try to keep it platonic, the friction between them sparks an irresistible heat that soon consumes them. Can Kash keep Rachel's heart and her life safe even as he risks his own? Will she be able to forgive his lies . . . or will she run when she discovers the dangerous truth?

 

Amazon | B & N | iTunes | My Review

 

Molly grew up in California but now lives in the oh-so-amazing state of Texas with her husband and furry four-legged daughters. When she's not diving into the world of her characters, some of her hobbies include hiking, snowboarding, traveling, and long walks on the beach … which roughly translates to being a homebody with her hubby and dishing out movie quotes. She has a weakness for crude-humored movies, fried pickles and loves curling up in a fluffy comforter during a thunderstorm ... or under one in a bathtub if there are tornados. That way she can pretend they aren't really happening.

 

 

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12 Smart & Savvy Days of Christmas - Day 12

 

Happy New Year's Eve! Thanks for stopping by and joining in the celebration! We've got a lot going on in this post, so be sure to read all the way through!!!

 

 

On the twelfth day of Christmas, Stephanie gave to me...

 

Featured Author: Kelly Elliott

Featured Book: Forgiving Lies by Molly McAdams

Giveaways: E-books by Kelly and Molly and all sorts of other goodies!

 

 

 

 Today we welcome Kelly Elliott to our celebration and we are talking about everything!

 

Stephanie: What Christmas movies are a must watch?

 

Kelly: Miracle on 34th Street

 

Stephanie: Fresh or fake Christmas tree?

 

Kelly: After the real Christmas tree from hell this year... I say fake

 

Stephanie: I personally have on my wish list to visit New York and London during the holidays to see each city lit up and decorated. Do you have any place you'd like to see during the holidays?

 

Kelly: Paris <~~ Oooh, another good place for my list! -Stephanie

 

Stephanie: Would you rather have a winter Christmas or summer Christmas ?

 

Kelly: Summer

 

Stephanie: Do you read outside the genre that you write? If so, what genres?

 

Kelly: Sometimes but I mostly read romance and historical romance.

 

Stephanie: Are you from a reading family?

 

Kelly: Nope

 

Stephanie: What do you prefer e-book, paperback or hardcover?

 

Kelly: eBook...never thought I would say that.

 

Stephanie: What's your favorite place and or time to read ?

 

Kelly: When I can read...snuggled up with a blanket either outside or on my 'reading bench'.

 

Stephanie: When you have a new book go “live” on release date, how do you feel? Nervous, excited?

 

Kelly: Both nervous and excited! It's the birth of a new child every time!

Kelly's All Time Favorites!

Song: Anything by Christina Aguilera
Book: Pride and Prejudice
Movie: Steel Magnolias
Television Show: Friends <~~ Me too! -Stephanie
Color:Blue

Kelly is the author of the popular Wanted series which continues with the just released novella, Believe. This is such a great novella and a great addition to the series!

 



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Brad and Amanda are finally living the life they dreamed for themselves. However, Brad still carries the guilt from missing out on Amanda’s first pregnancy with their daughter, Maegan, and has been unable to forgive himself. The ultimate blessing to right the memories of his past is given to him when they learn they are pregnant again. Another baby means a second chance for Brad to try and forgive himself for the pain he caused the woman he loves and to show her how much she means to him.

Will this Christmas bring the healing that Brad needs to move on and let go of the guilt? Or will an unexpected visit from his parents cause a rift in his family?

 

Christmas is a time for love, healing, miracles, and second chances. There is only one thing Brad needs this Christmas, and that is to just….

Believe.

 

 



 

 

Today we are featuring Forgiving Lies by Molly McAdams. I've read this book twice already and I'm already ready to read it again!

 



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A matter of secrets . . .

Undercover cop Logan "Kash" Ryan can't afford a distraction like his new neighbor Rachel Masters, even if she's the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. To catch a serial killer, he needs to stay focused, yet all he can think about is the feisty, long-legged coed whose guarded nature intrigues him.

A matter of lies . . .

Deceived and hurt before, Rachel would rather be a single, crazy cat lady than trust another guy, especially a gorgeous, tattooed bad boy with a Harley, like Kash. But when his liquid-steel eyes meet hers, it takes all of Rachel's willpower to stop herself from exploring his hot body with her own.

A matter of love . . .

As much as they try to keep it platonic, the friction between them sparks an irresistible heat that soon consumes them. Can Kash keep Rachel's heart and her life safe even as he risks his own? Will she be able to forgive his lies . . . or will she run when she discovers the dangerous truth?







 

 

There will be 29 lucky winners for Day 12!

 

Giveaway #1 - E-book of Believe by Kelly Elliott (1 winner)
 











Open Internationally (as long as you can receive a gifted e-book from the US)

 

 

Giveaway #2 - E-book of Forgiving Lies by Molly McAdams (1 winner)

 









 Open Internationally (as long as you can receive a gifted e-book from the US)

 

 

Giveaway #3 - Jasinda Wilder Author Goodies (9 winners)

 

 

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #4 - Autographed Cora Carmack Author Goodies (5 winners)

 

 

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #5 - Montana Born/Jane Porter Author Goodies (4 winners)

  

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #6 - Autographed Hadley Quinn Postcard Set (1 winner)

 

 

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #7 - Hadley Quinn Postcard Set (not autographed) (1 winner)

 

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

Giveaway #8 - Hadley Quinn The Fighter's Block Postcard Set (1 winner)

 

 

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #9 - Cherry Adair Author Goodies (3 winners)

 

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #10 - Autographed Totebag (1 winner)

 

Autographed by: Steph Campbell, Cora Carmack, Jillian Dodd, Rebecca Donovan, Tarryn Fisher, Colleen Hoover, Kristen Proby, K. Anne Raines, Tina Reber, Liz Reinhardt, Dina Silver, Tara Sivec, S.C. Stephens, J Sterling, Tammara Webber, Nicole Williams & Ryan Winfield

  

  

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #11 - Autographed Totebag (1 winner)

 

Autographed by: Michelle Valentine, Cassia Leo, Gretchen de la O, Kristen Proby, C.M. Stunich, Julie Prestsater, Hadley Quinn, Rebecca Shea, Kylie Scott, Joanna Wylde, Karina Halle, Renee Carlino & Nicole Williams

  

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

 

Giveaway #12 - Autographed Set of Kristen Proby's WITH ME IN SEATTLE series + totebag (1 winner)

 

  

 

Open to U.S. Residents Only

 

**All winners will be announced on January 1st**

 

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"Auld Lang Syne" is traditionally sung at the conclusion of New Year gatherings in Scotland and around the world, especially in English-speaking countries.

 

It is common practice that everyone joins hands with the person next to them to form a great circle around the dance floor. At the beginning of the last verse, everyone crosses their arms across their breast, so that the right hand reaches out to the neighbour on the left and vice versa. When the tune ends, everyone rushes to the middle, while still holding hands. When the circle is re-established, everyone turns under the arms to end up facing outwards with hands still joined.

 

In countries other than Scotland the hands are often crossed from the beginning of the song at variance with Scottish custom. The Scottish practice was demonstrated by the Queen at the Millennium Dome celebrations for the year 2000. The English press berated her for not "properly" crossing her arms, unaware that she was correctly following the Scottish tradition.

 

What was your favorite moment of 2013?

 

 

 

Be sure to check out all 12 Smart & Savvy Days of Christmas for more great author & book features and giveaways! 

Day 1 ~ Day 2 ~ Days 3 & 4 ~ Day 5 ~ Day 6 ~ Day 7 

~ Day 8 - Day 9, 10 & 11 ~ Day 12