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The MMC Monthly Contest for September 2010

Hi there MMC Readers!

Starting Wednesday, September 1 - Thursday, September 30 comment on any post at our blog during the contest period, and your name will be tossed into the hat for a cool prize drawing. One comment equals one entry into the hat. So the more comments you make throughout the contest period, the more your chances to win!

 The prize for September is an author bookmarks and more packet, and the paperback, She Wakes by Jack Ketchum, straight from our MMC vault!

Contest ends midnight, September 30, 2010. Winner will be announced at the MMC blog. Good Luck!


Congratulations to last month's winner, Lilbit66, who won the book: Be Incredibly Sexy: 52 Brilliant Ideas by Helena Frith Powell.

Must be 18+ to enter. The odds of winning depend upon the number of participants. Contest void where prohibited by law.

We strive to make our prize winners happy! However, as with all our contests, it is the participant’s responsibility to check the blog to see if their name is announced as a winner, and/or to respond to winning notification emails in order to claim your prize.

Any prizes that go unclaimed for 30 days after the close of a contest will be placed back into the MMC prize vault, or an alternate winner will be chosen.

When Midnight Comes: Seashells From The Sea Shore

When Midnight Comes: Seashells From The Sea Shore: "While I was in Florida, I walked the beach and collected seashells. Most of the shells were like the ones pictured above, only not as color..."

Drop by my blog for my sea magic exercise and a nifty little contest!

Friday Sound Off: What Are You Reading?

It's Friday!  Time to sound off, everyone. What are you reading this weekend?  

I'll be finishing up Kele Moon's Beyond Eden, and starting on Alison's Wonderland, an anthology edited by Alison Tyler. Sex-ay stories, ahoy! ^_^

Glad to be back...

I'm back from my trip to Florida and although I had a great time, I am tired and tuckered out. Whew-wee, ya'll. That is one long damn road trip. I swear I never realized Alabama was such a long state! When I wasn't helping my sister decorate her new condo, I was playing mermaid in the swimming pool. :P

The good news for all is that I managed to find some cute stuff for the MMC Paranormal Trick or Treat grab bags this October, so you'll want to enter all the contests next month for your chance at some way cool prizes. :D I also plan to have a few contests over at my own blog, so watch there as well. :)

I got to catch up with some of my old pals in Navarre Beach, Panama City Beach, Destin, and Tallahassee! ::waves::

The shark feeding place was closed when we got there, but it still made for a cool picture, don't you think? :)


More later, but now I have to finish unpacking.

Until next time,
Cass

Pirate Day Winner(s)

Arr...being in the pirate's good spirit has brought me to the decision to choose not just one scurvy seadog to win the International Talk Like a Pirate Day challenge, but two! The winners of the pirate talk challenge are...

Ayla and Ilona

Congratulations, ye hearty scallywags!  Be sure to email Cap'n Cora at CoraZane @ aol [dot] com without the spaces to claim your pirate's treasure!  You'll each receive a swag bag filled with fun tinkers and bits - pencils, erasers, author tattoos, bookmarks and cards. Thank ye so much for participating in International Talk Like a Pirate Day! #_^

Arr...It be Pirate Day!

Pirate Mojo Kitty says "Prepare to walk the plank!"Image courtesy of www.glitter-graphics.com

Ahoy, matey, it be International Talk-like-a-Pirate Day! So batten down the hatches, hoist the mainsail, and if the opportunity presents itself, grab some booty! 


To learn about the origins of our beloved pirate talkin' holiday, visit
 http://www.talklikeapirate.com/piratehome.html . 


Fun stuffs there to be had by all! 

WIN THIS STUFF:

In the spirit of pirate-talk the world over, the MMC will award one swag bag of bookmarks, play tattoos, pencils, and other stationary goodies to one lucky pirate with the gift of gab. So give it a go - leave a comment in pirate speak for a chance to win! Winner will be picked at random on Monday, Sept. 20th, and announced here at the Cafe. Yo-ho-ho! Good luck, me bucko!


For more pirate-talk fun, sling a few phrases over on Twitter using hashtags #ITLAPD or #talklikeapirate .

A Ghost of a Chance Winner

It's that time! The winner of a signed, print copy of Elizabeth Eagan-Cox's A Ghost of a Chance is...

Dottie

Congratulations, Dottie! I pulled your name out of the magical oogly boogly fish bowl. :D To collect your prize, please email me at CoraZane @ aol [dot] com with Ghost Winner in the subject line. Be sure to include your snail mail (actual mailing) address so I can send you your book.   


As with all contests at the Midnight Moon Cafe, all prizes must be claimed within 30 days of drawing or we offer it again as a 2nd chance prize.


Many thanks to everyone who stopped by and entered Elizabeth's contest. We appreciate you, and hope you'll come back for more chances to win great books and prizes at the Midnight Moon Cafe!

Featured Book: Ghost of a Chance by Elizabeth Eagan-Cox

Author Elizabeth Eagan-Cox writes cozy paranormal mysteries that are entertaining and suitable for all ages.


A Ghost of a Chance is the first book in her Shannon Delaney mystery series. Check it out!


About A Ghost of a Chance:


Shannon Delaney has no idea that her temporary home, the Victorian-era Blackthorne House is a portal to a century-old mystery. On her first night a ghostly encounter entangles her in the spectral mission of the mansion’s original owner-Eric Blackthorne, master magician. 


Complicating matters is Alex Blackthorne, handsome and charming descendent of the ghost. Also, there’s Zach Zavala, who has guy-next-door good looks and a straightforward manner. Plus, Zach’s grandfather Francisco is a retired detective and a kindred spirit who appreciates Shannon’s apprehension about her paranormal experiences. 


Things-that-go-bump-in-the-night clues haunt Shannon’s sleep. By daylight eerie occurrences make it crystal clear what path Shannon must take. After solving the Blackthorne House mystery, Shannon is left with the biggest question of all… What about Alex and Zach, must she choose between them?


genre: paranormal mystery/cozy
suitable for teens and up
available in print and all e-book formats


BUY IT ON AMAZON

More books by Elizabeth Eagan-Cox

A Ghost From the Shadows


Talented publicity writer Shannon Delaney rebounds from a failed romance and takes refuge in an assignment at 1920's-era Magic Manor Dinner Theater on California's Catalina Island, Avalon resort. Assured of quiet surroundings as the only lodger at the renovation-in-process Magic Manor, Shannon soon discovers she is not alone! 


Portentous events, haunting clues and spectral visitations draw Shannon into separate, yet interwoven, mysteries: The hunt for nineteenth-century pirate treasure, and a decade-old tragic death that reeks of dark intentions. 


Avalon, fabled as Hollywood's getaway, is ideal as A Ghost From the Shadows location and for Shannon's continuing adventures as she builds her career and strengthens her intuitive powers to speak to the past. 


Returning characters include: Alex Blackthorne, Aunt Dora, Francisco Zavala, Zach Zavala and Shannon's personal spirit guide: Eric Blackthorne, master magician from the 1800s.

BUY IT ON AMAZON
available in print and all e-book formats

A Ghost Meets an Angel

Gavin turned to me and queried, "This isn't the first time you've seen ghosts, is it?" ...And so begins Shannon Delaney's assignment to write publicity for the Spotted Coyote. As the right spot for Grub, Spirits and Conjuring, it's an entertainment venue that's a re-invention of an Old-West Saloon in California's historic mountain town of Julian. 

The Spotted Coyote is more than what Shannon bargained for when she discovers the century-old murder of little Sarah Morghan. Sarah's ghost will not be denied, leaving Shannon no choice but to pursue haunting clues that pair jumping rope rhymes with rare books, treasure lore with a ghostly angel and an uncanny connection to the Scottish paranormal author, Robert Louis Stevenson. 

Assisting Shannon is Alex Blackthorne and Shannon's very own spectral guide; phantom magician from the 1800s, Eric Blackthorne.

BUY IT ON AMAZON

available in print and all e-book formats

To learn more about Elizabeth Eagan-Cox and her Shannon Delaney series, visit her website at http://www.elizabetheagancox.net/ . 

You can also add her on twitter!

 http://twitter.com/EEaganCox

WIN THIS BOOK!

Elizabeth has kindly donated a signed, print copy of her book A Ghost of a Chance for giveaway. To enter for a chance to win, please leave a comment on this thread. One winner will be chosen at random and announced on Friday, September 17th. Woot! Good luck everyone!

UPDATE: Get those entries in now if you'd like to win a signed, printed copy of A Ghost of a Chance!  Cora will be dragging out the magical, oogly boogly fish bowl at 4:30 CST!  One name will be picked at random from all entries received. Good luck!

Cora's September Picks - Fun Fabulous Non-Fiction

The Illustrated Dream Dictionary by Russell Grant and Vicky Emptage

One of my favorite dream dictionaries of all time, this paperback book is filled with gorgeous artwork by Vicky Emptage. The categories for dream symbols are organized alphabetically and by category, and offer various interpretations on common symbols.

Available on Amazon  

Everyday Witch A to Z Spellbook : Wonderfully Witchy Blessings, Charms & Spells by Deborah Blake


This is such a cool little book! I'm not usually impressed with spell books, but this one is a simple and fun little guide to practical magic use in the home. I highly recommend it.


Everyday Witch A to Z Spellbook is easy to use. The spells are alphabetically arranged and give thorough instructions regarding not only the supplies required, but how you should handle objects during the spell. It's a paperback with approximately 237 pages of spells, plus there's a handy dandy supply list, and an additional "spell cross reference section" in the back. There's even a spell for Writing Success. This one is a keeper. 


Available on Amazon

Wish Upon A Star Cosmic Fortune Telling Kit by Monte Farber and Amy Zerner


I've been using this kit on and off for several years now, and it's still one of my favorites for simple fortune telling. The kit includes a basic interpretation book, and a soft purple bag with resin stars. Each star has a number, 1-22. 


The querent asks a simple question or makes a wish,  and draws a star from the bag. Each star relates to an interpretation number in the book. 


This is a nice kit. I've given several of these away for gifts, and I own one myself. I've used the Wish Upon a Star kit many times for public readings, and general use - those times when friends call with a burning question. ;0) It's also a kit perfectly suitable for teens ready to dabble in fortune telling fun. I could see this being a big hit at slumber parties. 


Available on Amazon 

Book two of the American Satyrs drops tomorrow!

Coming September 13th (thats tomorrow kiddos!)Book two in the American Satyr Series by Stella and Audra Price, To Collar and Keep!

A surrender to the unknown has never been sexier.

Olanis, the summer holiday is upon the Satyr clans once more and it is the time for Harlequin, prince of the Rummer clan, to claim his first and only female, the Grecian Satyr princess Arabella, sight unseen.
Unsure of what kind of woman his clan had brokered for him, he is both interested in the woman that would wear his collar, and nervous that she won’t meet his standards. His female has to rival him in all things, and his hopes of that coming true are slim and none.

Arabella craves two things, finishing her education, and being claimed by her Satyr. An anomaly in the Satyr world, Arabella was afforded opportunities other princesses weren’t. Now, in a foreign land she is given over to the Prince she was promised to, and she couldn’t be more nervous. What's a girl to do when you’re being gifted to a man you have never seen?

Harley is a commodity to the Rummer clan, one that his father plans to exploit regardless of his son’s wishes. When he gives Harley an ultimatum, Harley and Bella have two choices-agree to the terms or rebel.
When sparks fly and new alliances are forged in the Satyr ranks, both Harley and Bella have to decide what it is they want and what kind of future they wish to have. Only together will they succeed, if they can suffer the slings and arrows.

WARNING:This book contains a Satyr prince with unconventional ideas about his princess, a princess with a mind to rival Hawkings, a feral Satyr with a hidden agenda, F/F scenes, polyamory and lots of hot sex.

Naughty Sexy Satyrs! And theres a Contest too! Wanna a Satyr goodie pack? Check Stella and Audra’s bloggy for details!

WHAT FANS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE AMERICAN SATYR SERIES:

Of Crimson and Collars is an extremely erotic and playful story that was a delight to read. I predict that I will be re-reading this one soon and believe you will be too. I will be waiting, impatiently, for my next visit with the American Satyrs. ~ Joyfully Reviewed

A Reviewer Top Pick! Stella and Audra Price work together to bring us a stunning story of domination, submission, demons, satyrs, water nymphs, trickery and lust...I would definitely read anything else they write as this was a most enjoyable read. ~Night Owl Reviews

they have created an erotic world of d/s which does not humiliate, a world where the innocence of the submissive is an engaging power. If you enjoy a book packed full of erotica then this is the book for you. I enjoyed it so much I went back and bought 3 more of there books from a different series. ~Loose Knickers and Window Lickers

This is a book I loved reading and didnt want it to finish so soon. This Satyr world is one I’m going to enjoy getting to know. ~Ramblings of a Book Bitch

BUY NOW!

It's Friday - What are you reading?

Happy Friday, everyone! 

Question of the day: 

What are you reading this weekend?

Winner (Survivor) of the Zombie Apocalypse is...

So the walked undead have been slaughtered and disposed of. The military is restoring order on the streets. And the winner of the Midnight Moon Cafe's Zombie #omgzombies Contest is...

Mary! 

Congratulations, Mary! You've survived the zombie apocalypse. Oh, and you've won a copy of Brian Keene's spectacular zombie tale, The Rising. Please email Cora directly at CoraZane @ aol [dot] com without the spaces with Zombie Survivor in the subject line. Enclose your mailing address if you will, please, so I can send out your prize. 

Thanks again to everyone who participated in #omgzombies at the MMC and on Twitter! I had a staggering good time! ;0)

Ah! Zombies!

Run for your lives! It's International Zombie Day! 

Ladies and gentlemen, this is not a drill! Break out your best combat gear - guns, shovels, and sporks in preparation of the ravenous hordes. If you're already inside, for the love of Pete, make sure you've shut the front door!

Don't let an unexpected zombie walk-in happen to you!

Follow the steps in the emergency procedure listed on the handy-dandy chart above (provided courtesy of www.glitter-graphics.com) and make your way over to Twitter. The object of the day is to post highlights of today's zombie attacks from your point of view! Be sure to add the hashtag #omgzombies in your tweets so everyone can see your up to the minute street reports. 


Don't have Twitter?  You'll need to sign up to join in. It's easy, and it's free. But most of all, think of the good you'll be doing for your fellow man, by alerting him to any and all local zombie activity.

::WIN THIS BOOK::

In honor of zombie day, Cora is giving away her own personal, bought-it-herself (and read it very gently) copy of Brian Keene's The Rising. To be entered for a chance to win, leave details about a zombie siting in the comments. I will choose one winner at random via the oogly boogly magical fish bowl and will announce it here on the Midnight Moon Cafe blog September 9th. 

The person who wins the copy of The Rising will be also be crowned (figuratively speaking, of course) our 1st annual MMC Zombie Apocalypse survivor! 

Want to know how well you'd fair in the zombie apocalypse? Try this quiz!

Please, be prepared to check back to see if you've won. If I choose you and your email address doens't work, a second chance winner will be selected. So please make sure you check back. After all, you want to survive the zombie apocalypse, don't you?

Zombies Are Coming

The zombies are coming!  Are you prepared for an attack? 

Must reads to prepare you for the coming apocalypse!

Nekropolis 
by Tim Waggoner


Matt Richter is a Private Investigator. He's also a zombie. What  better way to learn how to make it on the mean streets of the zombie apocalypse than to follow around a zombie crime fighter? 

Silver Zombie: Delilah Street: Paranormal Investigator 
by Carole Nelson Douglas


This book has everything from zombie cowboys to witchy weather girls. Oh, and one kick ass paranormal investigator.


I am eagerly anticipating this book. It's available for pre-order on Amazon. 
Anticipated release date: November 30, 2010

The Zombie Survival Guide 
by Max Brooks


Some people might say this is the definitive guide to surviving the zombie apocalypse. 


I say it's definitely one for the keeper shelf!

The Art of Zombie Warfare: How to Kick Ass Like the Walking Undead
by Scott Kenemore


Don't go into battle ill prepared!  Learn how to kill zombies...like a zombie. Like they say, when in Rome...


If you can't bring yourself to slaughter the undead in the traditional sense, perhaps this is a more passive approach you can take. Check out The Zen of Zombie.


Do you have any favorite zombie theme books to add to the stockpile?  Share any in the comments below. Knowledge is power. And remember...the more we know, the better our chances of survival.

Happy Labor Day

No matter where you are and no matter what you do,
we here at the Midnight Moon Café wish a very fun Labor Day just for YOU!

Cass & Cora

The Start of Fall...

It's September and back to school 'cause summer is over—well, technically. lol. If you ask us, the heat isn't going anywhere! Here at the Midnight Moon Cafe, we're preparing for our busiest season and month of the year. You guessed it—October! So although we may not post as much this month, never fear, we are behind the scenes working to bring our readers the best paranormal trick or treat fun around.

The Midnight Brew featured guest this month is paranormal cozy mystery author Elizabeth Eagan-Cox. Her latest book out is A Ghost Meets An Angel, published through Write Words, Inc. Cambridge Books. Check out our Midnight Brew interview with her by clicking on the Midnight Brew tab at the top of our menu.

To see a listing of some of our highlights and events scheduled for September, go to our website at http://midnightmooncafe.com.

We hope to see you there!

The MMC Monthly Contest for September

Hi there MMC Readers!

Starting Wednesday, September 1 - Thursday, September 30 comment on any post at our blog during the contest period, and your name will be tossed into the hat for a cool prize drawing. One comment equals one entry into the hat. So the more comments you make throughout the contest period, the more your chances to win!

 The prize for September is an author bookmarks and more packet, and the paranormal horror paperback, She Wakes by Jack Ketchum, straight from our MMC vault!

Contest ends midnight, September 30, 2010. Winner will be announced at the MMC blog. Good Luck!


She Wakes by Jack Ketchum

ISBN-10: 084395423X
ISBN-13: 978-0843954234

Greece. Ancient land of mystery, legend and myth. It is here that businessman Jordan Chase visits an historic tomb, only to experience a dark vision of the future. And it is here, amidst the beauty of the landscape, that Lelia, a gorgeous but dangerous woman, befriends a group of tourists... to lure them into a nightmare of pain and terror. She lives to seduce and destroy, to feed off her human prey. Lelia is more than myth, more than superstition. Lelia is deadly.

Congratulations to last month's winner, Lilbit66, who won the book: Be Incredibly Sexy: 52 Brilliant Ideas by Helena Frith Powell.

Must be 18+ to enter. The odds of winning depend upon the number of participants. Contest void where prohibited by law.

We strive to make our prize winners happy! However, as with all our contests, it is the participant’s responsibility to check the blog to see if their name is announced as a winner, and/or to respond to winning notification emails in order to claim your prize.

Any prizes that go unclaimed for 30 days after the close of a contest will be placed back into the MMC prize vault, or an alternate winner will be chosen.

Winner of August's MMC Monthly Contest

The winner of August's monthly contest is...Lilbit66!

Woohoo!!!
Congratulations, LilBit!

Please email us (midnightmooncafe@ gmail. com)
with your name and mailing address so we can send your prizes!

We strive to make our prize winners happy! However, as with all our contests, it is the participant’s responsibility to check the blog to see if their name is announced as a winner, and/or to respond to winning notification emails in order to claim your prize. Any prizes that go unclaimed for 30 days after the close of a contest will be placed back into the MMC prize vault, or an alternate winner will be chosen.