Monthly Archives: November 2015

Enter to Win Contest! Just in Time for Christmas!

Posted on November 23 2015 by Linda

It’s that wonderful time of year when our thoughts are turned to our blessings and our hearts turn to thankful giving. Thanksgiving is upon us and just around the corner is Christmas. Whether you celebrate these holidays or not, it is always a good time to be reminded of all the blessings we have and to give back to those we love and even those whom we may not even know. Thanksgiving Day comes, by statute, once a year; to the honest man it comes as frequently as the heart of gratitude will allow. ~Edward Sandford Martin While we may …

November Pinterest Contest Winner Announced!

Posted on November 20 2015 by Linda

For the first half of November, we hosted a FASHION Contest with Lily in mind from Houck’s newest book REAWAKENED! For those of you who have read the book already, you’d know Lily is the 17 year old heroine from New York who comes from money but doesn’t let it get to her head. She’s a talented artist, smart, brave and a bit sassy. She finds herself in the wrong place at the wrong time when a mummy rises from the dead and binds himself to her. He is an Egyptian to die for in every sense of the word! …

Reawakened Tour Stop, Brazil!

Posted on November 20 2015 by Colleen Houck

Colleen travelled to Brazil by invitation this past August to see and meet some of her hugest fans. I was lucky to be her plus one on this trip! A little about me: I’m Colleen’s husband, Brad. I’m the youngest of four kids. I’ve been Deaf since I was five so I watch every movie with caption glasses. I love sports and reading (I’ll admit I’ve read Twilight but prefer thrillers like Jack Reacher). My favorite ice cream is mint chocolate chip. I’ll never turn down a taco. I write poetry. My man credentials include: a high school career in wrestling, …

Book Reviews for Kids by Kids- The Westing Game

Posted on November 12 2015 by Linda

For those of you who are looking for new books appropriate for middle grade that both boys and girls might enjoy, this is the place to look! Every month, at least one new book will be added for review right here and they will be reviewed by the best critics, KIDS! That’s right, the one’s who read them will be the judge! This blog is written by my sugar and spice and everything nice of a niece, Madison. She’s the best little helper around and a pure joy to be with. She has a sharp mind and has an infectious …

Upcoming Tour Stops in California and Arizona in November

Posted on November 7 2015 by Linda

November 2015 Shout out to all Houck fans who are in the area, Colleen will be touring in Pleasanton, California TONIGHT and then off to Phoenix, Arizona next Wednesday! Come see her there! Pleasanton, California When: Saturday, November 7 @ 4pm What: Book Signing Event! Where: Towne Center Books 555 Main Street Pleasanton, CA 94566 Phone: 925-846-8826 Phoenix, Arizona When: Wednesday, November 11 @ 7:00 PM What: Book Signing Event! Where: Barnes & Noble 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85050 Phone: 480-538-8520

November is here, and it’s Contest Time!

Posted on November 4 2015 by Linda

Ah, to walk out your door and feel the chill upon your cheek as you gaze upon the street and see pops of yellow, orange, pink, green and gold! The smell of chimneys and fresh pine fill the air while sounds of wind rush through the trees and leaves crunch beneath your boots. The sun’s warmth lingers as the new wind carries an excitement that touches your soul. “Fall is here! Fall is here!”, our hearts shout with a twinkle in our eye and a lightness to our step. “Fall is here! Fall is here! I just can’t help it, the beauty of Fall overwhelms and excites …

Colleen Houck Book Club- November

Posted on November 2 2015 by Linda

Welcome to Last month’s pick was Sisters of Blood and Spirit by Kady Cross. For those of you who participated in the live chat on Goodreads thanks! For the next reading selection Colleen is excited to feature … Prisoner of Cell 25 by Richard Paul Evans Here’s a little teaser “To everyone at Meridian High School, Michael Vey seems like an ordinary 14-year-old–he likes waffles and video games, hates homework and gets bullied at school. But Michael is anything but ordinary. He was born with special electrical powers. When Michael’s best friends, Ostin Liss and cheerleader Taylor Ridley, make an accidental discovery, the trio …

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