Festival Roundup

Well, as my Hook Me Up! subscribers already know, I'm back from Tucson. Okay, okay, I was back on Monday. But, you know, things got busy. But, never fear, the Tucson Festival of Books Roundup is coming. But first, let's get to the latest news.

First up, head over to Fictitious Musings and see what they thought of Alien Proliferation. Then head to Book Talk with the Woodridge Public Library and check out which books they've enjoyed so far this year.

Check out the nice things Spacetrawler has to say about the series -- and check out the fun, funny, and cool comic strip while you're there. Then head over and see the interesting things awesome author June Kramin has to say over at Romance Lives Forever.

Now, for the TFOB Roundup! First off, much love and many thanks to all of the Alien Collective who came by to see me (and especially to Koren for the DELISH cookies and The Bookpushers for the awesome Festival Survival Kit!) at panels and at my signing at the Mysterious Galaxy booth. It was great seeing all of you, and I wish we'd had more time to hang out and visit.

But the Festival is always busy and jam-packed with things to do! Among the things I did was panel with some awesome authors -- Lorelie Brown, Karen Hawkins, Dennis McKiernan, Robin Hobb, Sam Sykes, and Maxwell Alexander Drake. (Some of you will recognize Drake from my first Comic-Con contest, as he provided several signed flyers and posters. And yes, he's still a cool, fun dude.) I also got to hang out with the ever-awesome Erin Quinn. So it was a fabulous event all the way around.

Next up for me is the Jambalaya Writers' Conference in Houma, LA, which is about an hour outside of New Orleans. It's not only a great chance to see me, but also see a lot of other awesome authors, like Heather Graham and Rick Bragg, and the cost is beyond reasonable. So, if you're in the area on March 31, be sure to come on by! I'll be the one in the pink sparkly cowgirl hat. You know, like always.

Everyone have a fabulous weekend and enjoy a fun and safe St. Patrick's Day weekend. I'll catch you on the flip side, and let's remember to be readers out there!

Love,
Gini

Festival Humpin'

Happy Hump Day! It's the middle of the week, and that means it's all the good kind of downhill from here! For me, I'm looking forward to attending the Tucson Festival of Books. If you are, too, be sure to find me! I have panels at 10am on both Saturday and Sunday, and am signing in the Mysterious Galaxy booth #255 at 3pm on Saturday.

Speaking of attending things, the Jambalaya Writers' Conference isn't far away. If you're in the general area of Houma, LA (about an hour from New Orleans), consider coming, because I'll be there, and so will a host of other authors. See what the Tri-Parish Times has to say about the con and make your reservations today!

But, as my Hook Me Up! subscribers already know, there's more going on this week, including a big reveal at the end, so let's get all y'all caught up! First off, let's look at some reviews. RT Book Reviews just named Alien Diplomacy a Top Pick in their April issue! Check out what Crow Pickings thought of Alien Tango. Then see what Pearls Cast Before a McPig thought of Contingency Plan by Anita Ensal (yes, that's moi).

Now, bounce back to the website. In addition to the fact that the Royal Poofs have joined us, check out the rest of the newly redesigned Alien Collective Depot. Those of you waiting for "your" team logos can rejoice -- they're there, and then some!

Newsy Stuff and Accolades have also been updated. But something else has also been updated as well. I mentioned a big reveal, right? Well, here it is...

Check out the world premiere of the cover art, done by the wonderful John Stanko, for Alexander Outland: Space Pirate, by G.J. Koch (yes, also moi) at Ta-Daaaa!

Alexander Outland: Space Pirate will release from Night Shade Books on June 5, 2012, in trade paperback and ebook formats. You can pre-order your copy right now, too, so don't delay!.

That's it for today, but as always, more's just around the corner. Have a wonderful weekend, whether you're with me at the Festival or elsewhere, and let's be readers out there! Peace out, my li'l gangstas, and I'll catch you on the flip side!

Love,
Gini

Excerpt Day

Happy Friday! Hope everyone had a great week (or at least survived it with shreds of sanity intact) and that you're all ready for the weekend. And, as my Hook Me Up! subscribers already know, to head you into said weekend in style, we have something for your reading pleasure.

Head over to Deathless Prose and check out the intro and first chapter of Alien Diplomacy. THEN, head over to the Ethan Jones Blog and check out another excerpt!

After that, get thee to The Boyish Booklover and see what he thought of all of Alien Diplomacy. And after all that, do your girl a solid and pre-order Alien Diplomacy (and Alien vs. Alien, while you're at it).

Alexander Outland: Space Pirate, by G.J. Koch (three guesses who that is, and the first two don't count) is available now for pre-order. Yes, I know I talk about pre-orders a lot. Because they matter more than a lot. Bestseller lists are great, but for those of us who aren't yet household names, pre-orders are where it's at.

But enough shameless begging! For today, at least. Check out what Giraffe Days thought of Alien Proliferation. And take a look at the new titles NoraAdrienne's Reviews is looking forward to this year and next.

Hard to believe, but Tucson Festival of Books is literally right around the corner. If you're going, be sure to find me! I'm on panels at 10am on both Saturday March 10 and Sunday March 11, and will be signing at the Mysterious Galaxy booth #255 at 3pm on the 10th.

The Jambalaya Writer's Conference is also right around the corner. So all Alien Collective Members in and around the New Orleans area, check it out and come on down!

That's it for today, but never fear, we'll be back with more next week. So until then, let's be readers out there! Peace out, my li'l gangstas, and I'll catch you on the flip side!

Love,
Gini

The Return of the Yap

Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and those of you who watched the Oscars enjoyed the red carpet fashions, the jokes, and finding out which movies you haven't actually seen won what awards. Or maybe that was just me. Anyhoo, as my Hook Me Up! subscribers already know, we have a lot going on this week, so let's get to it!

First up, the yap is running over at the Ethan Jones Blog. Check out his 10 Questions for moi. There will also be something you'll be interested in at Ethan's blog later this week, but you'll have to wait to find out what. (Hey, I live spoiler free, but NOT teaser free.)

Next, head over to CGHUB and gaze lovingly again at the artwork for Alien Diplomacy. Then, note that the AD cover is RIGHT NEXT TO the Firefly cover that Daniel Dos Santos did recently. That's RIGHT. Kitty is right next to Captain Tightpants. (Yes, these things DO make me happy, why do you ask?)

Now it's time for reviews. See what Crow Pickings and the Abilene Public Library thought of Touched by an Alien. Then check out the Alien Tango review over at Fiction State of Mind. After that, see what Frogs of War thinks of Alien in the Family and the rest of the series.

But wait, there's more. See what boeklogboek thought of Alien Proliferation. And finally, see what Genre Go Round and Alternative Worlds thought of Alien Diplomacy.

In Person Reminder: I'll be at the Tucson Festival of Books on Saturday and Sunday, March 10th and 11th. I'm on panels at 10am on both the 10th and 11th, and signing at the Mysterious Galaxy booth 255 at 3pm on the 10th. Info on this, and other appearances, is up at the Datebook.

Last, but in no way least, we have something some of you have been waiting for, some of you have been begging for, some of you have been whining for, and some of you have offered bribes for. What are these "somethings", you ask? Well, head to the Alien Collective Depot and find out...

So, until next time, have a great week, and let's be readers out there! Peace out, my li'l gangstas!

Love,
Gini

Mixin' It Up Monday

Happy President's Day to those in the States, and happy Monday to everyone else. Some are enjoying a day off (not me or the hubs, but some...somewhere...) and some are industriously working (the hubs is, yes...moi, not so much...). But, as my Hook Me Up! subscribers already know, there's a lot going on here in Author Land, so let's get to it!

First off, let's look at what chances to win, and what, are out there. Head over to Con or Bust to bid to win an ARC of Alien Diplomacy. Proceeds go for a good cause and bidding closes this coming weekend. Plus there are lots of other cool books to bid on, so don't miss out!

Then, head over to Lynn Crain's Xtraordinary Romance to see why she thinks Kitty is a naughty girl AND get entered to win one of her steamy ebooks as well as a $25 gift certificate.

After that, check out Plot Mama's where Valentine's Day is still in the air, or at least in the quotes. And visit My 5 Monkeys for her take on the blogger/author relationship.

Next up, recommendations. Which aren't the same as reviews. But are just as nice. See why Backward Momentum recommends Alien Proliferation. Then check out all the ebooks from Musa Publishing that the staff of The Wiccan Haus recommends, including The Disciple by Jemma Chase and When Josie Comes Home by A.E. Stanton (yes, both are moi).

Now, it's time for some new reviews. The Ranting Dragon weighs in on Touched by an Alien and boeklogboek does the same for Alien in the Family. Then see what In Case of Survival thinks of When Josie Comes Home by A.E. Stanton (yes, still moi).

Is that it for today? Other than reminding everyone to do your girl a solid and pre-order Alien Diplomacy? Yes. You can do your girl another solid and start pre-ordering Alexander Outland: Space Pirate by G.J. Koch (yes, also moi) right now, from bookstores and online outlets.

NOW that's it for today. Have a great week, and let's remember to be readers out there!

Love,
Gini

Happy Valentine's Day!

First off, wanted to wish each and every one of you a wonderful Valentine's Day. Whether you're in a new relationship or old, or looking at today proudly as Singles Awareness Day, I just wanted you to know that, to me, my readers are da BOMB and I love you all.

Now, on to the rest of all that is going on...and it's a lot, so let's get to it!

First up, Night Shade Books is officially announcing the publication of Alexander Outland: Space Pirate, by G.J. Koch. But that's not all. There's a brand new short story from G.J. Koch (yes, aka moi) up as well. So, enjoy a Valentine's gift from Night Shade and moi to all of you!

Then, it's Alien Diplomacy time! First off, the first reviews are in! See what ALPHA Reader, and Larissa's Bookish Life have to say about April's upcoming release. Then, head over to Muddy Colors to learn about the process the awesome Daniel Dos Santos used...and just who he had collaborate with him on this particular cover.

Next, see what Long and Short Reviews thought of The Disciple by Jemma Chase (aka moi, in case you've forgotten somehow ;-D).

Last but in no way least, for those attending the Tucson Festival of Books, I've got my schedule. I'll be doing panels at 10am on Saturday, March 10 AND at 10am on Sunday, March 11. I'll be signing right after both panels, and also doing a signing in the Mysterious Galaxy booth, #255, at 3pm on Saturday, March 10. Hope to see you there, and please let me know if you'll be going! (I'll be the one in the pink, sparkly, cowgirl hat. :-D)

That's it for today. Go out and have a great one and let's remember to be readers out there!

Love,
Gini

Processing Monday

Happy Monday! Hope you're all having a great start to the week. Congrats to Giants fans. Get 'em next year to Patriots fans. How'd you enjoy the new season start of The Voice to everyone else. But enough of television, let's get back to books and reading, shall we?

First up, head over to Ex Libris where there's a blogoversary going on and I'm today's guest blogger. Find out yet more about my so-called process and get entered for a chance to win a signed, personalized copy of Alien Tango.

Then it's time for more reviews. Check out what Dirty Lab Coat and Seeing Night Reviews thought of Alien Proliferation. And find out what A Buckeye Girl Reads thought of The Disciple, by Jemma Chase.

That's it for today! I'm off to get back to work on Alien vs. Alien and hopefully you're off to have a great rest of the day! So 'til next time, peace out, my li'l ganstas, and let's be readers out there!

Love,
Gini