I wrote a short story... & I need your help!

Hey fellow followers! I entered a contest on figment, where you write a short story {of 1200 words} and would love it if you would take the time to read through it and "heart" if you like it. Leave comments and or reviews about what you feel. Don't worry, I take criticism very well.

I haven't written anything in a very very long time, so I know this isn't up to what I can do. But it's going to be the one I enter.
I had a hard time fighting with making 1200 words. After going through and editing I would end up with less then somehow end up with more. But in the end, I hit 1200 on the nose!

It's called Just Drive and you read the summary as well as the short story by clicking here. It's kind of a companion to the novel that I've been working on for some years now. This one focuses on the daughter of the MC in said novel.

I hope you like it, and if you do, please share on twitter, facebook, email. Whatever! I would greatly appreciate it!

Thanks again!! Lots of love!! ^_^♥

Waiting on Wednesday - The Secret of Ella & Micha

Every Wednesday, we post a book (or more) that we are highly anticipating. Here is the book that I'm waiting on!
Waiting on Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted by Breaking the Spine. It's a great way to learn about books you haven't heard of before.

The Secret of Ella & Micha by Jessica Sorensen

NA Contemporary |  Borrowed Hearts Publishing

Expected Publication: {end of Sept., beginning of Oct. 2012}

goodreads | author website

{Enter the giveaway for this book and add to your to-reads list on goodreads!}

Ella and Micha have been best friends since they were kids. But one tragic night shatters their friendship and their lives forever.
Ella used to be a rule-breaker with fiery attitude who wore her heart on her sleeve. But she left everything behind when she went to college and transformed into someone that follows the rules, keeps everything together, and hides all her problems. But now it's summer break and she has nowhere else to go but home.
Ella fears everything she worked so hard to bury might resurface, especially with Micha living right next door. If Micha tries to tempt the old her back, she knows that it will be hard to resist.
Micha is sexy, smart, confident, and can get under Ella’s skin like no one else can. He knows everything about her, including her darkest secrets. And he’s determined to bring his best friend, and the girl he loves back, no matter what it takes.

Every so often, I check out the giveaways on Goodreads to see what books I may want to read are having a giveaway.... And sometimes there are books that I want to read that are listed and then there are books I learn about that I'd like to read.
Like this one.
I was surprised that none of my gr friends had this listed. Love the cover & it sounds pretty interesting!!
I wish there was a definite publication date, but I'll just have to keep my eye on it.
I don't read too many New Adult books, so I can't wait to read this one.

This Week in Books(006)

1. Grace Doll by Jennifer Laurens (YA historical fiction | kindle)
2. Nailed by Jennifer Laurens (YA contemp | kindle)
3. Speechless by Hannah Harrington (YA contemp, review | kindle)
4. Tell Me a Secret by Holly Cupala (YA contemp | kindle)
5. Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher (YA contemp | kindle)
6. Cloaked by Alex Flinn (YA paranormal | kindle)
7. Beastly (Kendra Chronicles#1) by Alex Flinn (YA paranormal | kindle)
8. Bewitching (Kendra Chronicles #2) by Alex Flinn (YA paranormal |  kindle)
9. The Liar, The Bitch and The Wardrobe by Allie Kingsley (YA contemp, review | paperback)

"This Week in Books" is hosted by Alea at Pop Culture Junkie

It's Monday! What Are You Reading?

Yay, it's Monday! What are you reading is hosted by One Persons Journey Through a World of Books. Each week we spotlight the books we are reading, planning on reading or just finished reading.

Recently Finished:

Sam Cruz's Infallible Guide to Getting Girls by Tellulah Darling
{4½/5 stars - Review to come}

Why the hell can’t chicks be more like guys?
That question plagues high school senior Sam Cruz. Sam is perfectly happy being a player. He just wishes girls wouldn’t change the game from sex to relationships. It makes him look like an asshole. But when Sam’s best friend, Ally Klinger, gets dumped, she begs him to transform her into someone who can screw around then screw off. No risk of heartbreak that way. It’s Sam’s chance to create the perfect female AND cheer up his best friend. Armed with Sam’s Three Step Guide to Backseat Success, Ally gets the game better than Sam thought she would and before long, Sam has his wish: the female version of himself. Too bad it’s driving him nuts. Told from Sam’s and Ally's alternating POVs, Sam Cruz’s Infallible Guide to Getting Girls is a fast-paced romantic comedy that follows these teens as they navigate the minefield of sex, love, and friendship.
This book contains strong language, drinking, euphemisms, and lots of “bow chicka wow wow.”