Contest Winners
Our Favorite Things Contest winners are:
First Place:
Laura Ethridge, Bailey, MS
I have been reading (romance) a long time and love all of
your books.
Second Place:
Temieka Lowery, Sumter, SC
I first started reading romances [when] I was 16. To me,
romance novels have always been a way to escape into another
world. . . . Special Editions are . . . like magic and a
special part of you as a reader.
Third Place:
Debra Guyette, Wolcott, CT
I have been reading romance for over 30 years. Silhouette
has always been one of my favorites. The Special Edition
line is perfect. . . . I can usually find one to fit my mood
whenever I want.
Our "Escape" Contest winners are:
First Place:
Natalie from Meriden, CT
I first discovered romances (in) my local library when I
was in high school . . . and have been hooked ever since. I
love that Special Editions . . . have the right combo of emotion,
sensuality and family in all their stories. I hope to
see . . . this series line for years to come.
Third Place:
Amy from Grand Rapids, MI
I first started reading Special Editions a couple years
ago when I was browsing through a book store and a book just
caught my eye. These books are fun to read. (Once I start
a new book, I can't put it down.) They are stories women
can relate to. I love a good romance novel.
Our "Something Extra" Contest winners
are:
First Place:
Susan
Heaps, Alpine, UT
I started reading romance novels when I was
14. I had knee surgery and was bedridden for 6 weeks. I have
loved them ever since. . . . I love Special Editions because
they are great stories. I am really fond of the family sagas
[and] family or friends stories that are more the one book.
Thanks for all the great books. I read to relax and forget
my worries. It is my favorite hobby.
Second Place:
Crystal Gwynn,
Parkersburg, WV
I started reading Silhouette Romances when
I was about 15. When I would baby sit I would always take
a book with me to read after the children were in bed. On
thing I love about the Silhouette authors is that each one
has a wonderful way of making each character in their books
seem like I know them personally. I love . . . that the books
revolve around real life issues I can relate to. Thank you
Silhouette and all the great authors for many hours and years
of enjoyable reading.
Third Place:
Tamaran Kenworthy,
Sandy, UT
I started reading Special Editions two years ago. I really
like how the writers keep your interest in the story and
characters. You can't seem to put the book down until you
finish.
Our "Get Cozy" Contest (ended April
15, 07) winners are:
First Place:
Tracy
from Las Vegas, NV
"I have been reading Silhouette books
for almost twenty five years. . . . I love the stories --
especially continuing series. I love discovering authors
like Nora Roberts, Linda Howard and Suzanne Brockman, but
all the authors can be counted on to deliver a good story.
. . . There are so many auto-buys on my list that it is especially
exciting to win a grab gab of books where I might find a
new favorite I might have otherwise missed."
Tracy is a retired librarian.
Second Place:
Joy from
Mesa, AZ
"I first stated reading romances when
the paperbacks were 25 cents each, so it's been a long time.
I have always read and enjoy all kinds of books, but always,
always pick up romances in the bookstores. . . . I visit
SpecialAuthors.com because I can get information on New Releases
and [what's] Coming Soon."
Our "Celebrate Romance" Contest (ended
January 15, 07) winners are:
First Place:
Christina
from Springfield, Oregon
"In the 8th grade, I had a major bicycle
accident. To help entertain me as I recovered, family members
gave me romance novels to read. Special Edition novels tell
stories of ordinary folks on the journey of life. They experience
ups and downs in relationships I can related to . . . [and
the] characters are developed in realistic situations. Great
to take on an airplane or train. :)"
Second Place:
Pat from
Bohemia, NY
"I started reading Special Edition authors several
years ago [at the] recommendation of a book store owner.
. . . I love the continuing series/related books."
Our "Special Heroes" Contest winners
are:
First Place:
Linda
from North Bay, Ontario, Canada
I started reading Special Editions three years
ago and can't seem to get enough of these wonderful authors
and their skillful writing.
Second Place:
Rania from
Aurora, Colorado
I started reading romance novels at the age
of 15. I used to spend the whole night reading. It
was the most peaceful time for me. I love romance novels..
Third Place:
Sharon from
Albuquerque, New Mexico
I have been an avid reader since I was very
young. I look forward to enjoying these special books
that have so much depth and meaning with their realistic
characters and stories.
Our "Summer Sun" Contest
winners are:
First Place:
Michele
from Katy, TX
I first started reading romances in high school,
and I've never stopped! What I really enjoy about Special
Editions is that they are so emotionally compelling and center
around family issues. I'm never disappointed when I read
a Special Edition book!
Second Place:
Maureen from
Yardley, PA
The thing I enjoy most about Silhouette Special
Editions are the many wonderful authors who write for them.
Third Place:
Michele from
Riverside, CA
I first started reading Special Editions when
I stopped working and became a full-time mom. I'd much rather
read a book instead of being glued to the TV.
Our "Beat the Winter Blues" Contest
winners are:
First Place:
Anita
from Hampton, GA
I first started reading romance over 30 years
ago. I especially like Silhouette Special Edition books because
I can be certain that they will be a great read. I've never
read one I didn't like.
Second Place:
Sanjay from
Flower Mound, TX
I started reading romances in high school and
like a good cup of coffee, it's an addiction that's only
grown with time. Silhouette Special Editions are my favorite
category romance novels simply because they're the ideal
mix of romance, fun and sensuality!
Third Place:
Brenda from
Carbondale, IL
I started reading romances when I was in the
eight grade. I have read them for over 30 years and still
enjoy reading them. It is the best time in the day when I
have the opportunity to escape to romance.
Our "Here Come the Holidays" Contest
winners are:
First Place:
Marlene
Breakfield of Hattiesburg, Mississippi
I started reading romances in high school. I
enjoy Special Editions with cowboy heroes and that focus on
family. Mainly, I just enjoy a well-written romance with a
happily ever-after and Special Editions fulfill these requirements.
Second Place:
Christine
Dionne of Cloverdale, Oregon
I have been reading romance books since Junior
High School. I just always loved the idea that there is a
special man out there for everybody! I've enjoyed the variety
I've found in Special Edition books and delighted in the various
series.
Third Place:
Angela Palmer
of Miramar, Florida
I started reading romances in Junior High, then
fell out of it as life interfered. I picked them up again
a few years ago and haven't turned back. I love Special Editions
because the characters are so real and well developed.
Our "Fall Into Something Special" Contest
winners are:
First Prize of ten autographed
Special Editions:
Rose Germano
of Salem, MA
I started reading romance when
I was 18. My first romance books were Silhouette. I enjoy
Special Edition books because they have well-developed, emotional
stories with the happy ever afters I love. A great way to
escape when I want time for myself.
Second Prize of five autographed
Special Editions:
Chantal Rollin
of Saint-Hubert (Quebec), Canada
Since I learned to read in 2nd
grade, I've always been a great reader. As a teenager, I started
reading romances and haven't stopped since then. My mother
tongue is French and until I reached thirty I was only reading
in French. But by then, I tried to read in English and I've
found lots of good points about it. I really much better appreciate
the "Shakespeare language" (that's what we say in French when
we talk about English) now.
The Special Editions are interesting
in the way their longer stories enable the readers to get
to know the characters and to let them feel the joys and pains
lived by the heroes and heroines.
Third Prize of five autographed
Special Editions:
A reader from
Gastonia, North Carolina
Our "Red, Hot and Blue!" Contest winners are:
First place winner:
Theresa, Middlesex,
N.J.
I was introduced to the romance
genre in a Women's Lit course in college. Our assignment was
to compare and contrast a romance novel, a women's fiction
novel and a novel by one of the female writers in the canon.
I had a hard time selecting a romance, because the synopsis
on the back cover of each one I picked up, seemed interesting.
I ended up reading several and got hooked!
I enjoy the characters and the
values of the characters in romance novels. I like the upbeat
nature and the simplicity of the novels and I find that upbeat,
simple mood created while I am reading, carries over into
other areas of my life.
I find "Special Editions" particularly
satisfying because I find that the characters and plots are
deeply explored and developed. I also find that many of the
novels in this line are more realistic and true-to-life, thus
I am more able to relate to them. As a stay-at-home mom of
two little girls, "Special Editions" allow me a simple, relaxing
time in which to indulge in a believable, true-to-life fantasy.
Second place winner:
Chrissie,
Abbeville, La.
I got started reading romances
because I've always enjoyed reading and I love a happy ending.
It is a wonderful way for me to get away and indulge myself.
I like Special Editions because the characters seem like people
that I would like to get to know in real life.
Third place winner:
Eva, Richmond,
Va.
I have been a bookworm most of
my life and when I accidentally stumbled on romance books
I was hooked. Special Editions has great storytellers who
let me fly with them to different settings and heart warming-stories.
My thanks to Special Editions and all the marvelous authors!
Our "May Day! May Day!" Contest winners are:
First place winner:
Kate from
Dallas, Texas
I got started reading romance
in college when a friend gave me several books that she had
just finished reading. She convinced me that I would enjoy
them, and to my surprise, I did. I confess I was a snob about
romances--until I actually read some! I love identifying with
the heroines and falling in love with the heroes of each book.
There's something wonderfully satisfying about seeing each
couple face problems and overcome them to find their heart's
desire. I'm now a romance fan for life!
Second place winner:
Michele from
Galveston, Texas
I'm thrilled to be a winner in
the SE Authors' "May Day" contest! I began reading romance
in my early teens. The first romances I read were Harlequins--I
liked the emotional stories and the happy endings. That's
what I particularly enjoy about Special Edition books--they
always have that deep emotional thread. They are my favorite
line!
Third place winner:
Kayce from
Knoxville, Tenn.
What a surprise! I think I spend
about half my internet time browsing book sites and reading
book reviews. I started reading romance books when I was 11
or 12 years old because I felt like my reading skills and
interests had advanced past childrens' books.
Our "Turning the Winter Blues Into Romance Red"
Contest winners are:
First place winner:
Wanda Stone,
Pekin, Ill.
I have always loved to read and
would read anything I could get my hands on. I started reading
romance novels when I was a teenager when my cousin lent me
one of hers. I especially love reading romance novels because
they help me escape 'real life' pressures and leave me feeling
positive with their 'happy ever afters.' I enjoy Special Edition
because they have well developed stories, which keep me captivated.
Thank you so much for this wonderful prize.
Second place winner:
Kara Pouliot,
Manchester, N.H.
I have been reading romance for
years and years. Don't women always need a place to escape
to? :) I love Special Editions because they let me get a sneak
peek at the books I want to read! Thanks again!
Third place winner:
Zoe Hunter,
Beacon, N.Y.
I am so excited. I love reading
all genres but especially romance, thrillers and horror! My
grandmother turned me on to romance novels when I was young
(and a precocious reader) as we sat at the pool in Ft. Lauderdale.
I have been reading them ever since.
Our "Vote in Romance!"
Contest winners are:
First place winner:
Cindy Schneider,
Sarasota, Fla.
“I first started reading romance
novels after I had an auto accident and had to be off work
for awhile. They kept me sane during a very difficult period.
I love the specialauthors.com website because I can read about
the books and authors. I appreciate the website and thank
you for the great prize. I am a ‘happy reader’ for sure!”
Second place winner:
Jodie Bean,
Oologah, Okla.
"I love to read and always
have. I got started reading in high school with romance novels.
It’s a nice get away from the ‘real world.’ Kind of like one
of those ‘Calgon, take me away’ moments! Special Editions
are great because I collect them, too, so that’s just an added
bonus!"
Third place winner:
Alissa Epstein,
Albuquerque, N.M.
“Thanks so much. This is really
wonderful news, especially so since my birthday was December
14. I have been reading forever and am a voracious reader
of all types of romance and fiction novels. That is my entire
form of relaxation and entertainment. Your website is interesting
and definitely most informative.”
Our "Summer Contest" Contest
winners are:
First place winner:
Barbara Nolan,
Kentucky
I started reading romance as
a teen-ager when I became hooked on the magazine "Modern Romances".
Rarely does a day go by when I don't read a book, or at least
a few chapters. I especially like the romance genre because
most of them have a happy ending and leave me in a good mood.
I like Special Editions because they always hold my interest
and are never boring.
Second place winner:
Nina Tangman,
Illinois
I started reading romance novels
when I was young. I am an avid reader and like to read a variety
of
topics. Nothing is better than curling up with a good book
on your porch and and soaking up the details of a developing
love story!
Third place winner:
Glena Spurgeon,
Oklahoma
I was 12 when my aunt gave me
the first romance novel and I've been reading ever since.
The Special Editions are great books and I love reading them!
What can I say? I love romance!
Our "It's Raining Heroes" Contest
winners are:
First place winner:
Phyllis, Victor,
Idaho
I started reading romances at
age 11 years. I was visiting my grandmother for the summer.
My aunt read romance so I started reading her copy of
The Convenient Wife by Georgette Heyer. I have been
a romance fan ever since. It has only been 35 years. I enjoy
Special Editions because the characters are well developed
and the plots are well crafted.
Second place winner:
Carol, Elyria,
Ohio
As a writer I am interested in
reading all genre types. I've found Special Editions to be
quality works which capture and hold one's interest.
Our "Read in the New Year"
Contest winners are:
First place winner of 10 books:
Jennifer Hoggard,
London, Ont.
Thank you so much. I was surprised
to hear that I won first place in the "Read in the New Year"
contest. I am married and work full time with one daughter
and a baby enroute in 13 days. I find a
lot of great stories in Special Editions. I'll now have lots
of reading for the cottage this summer.
Second place winner of 5 books:
May Schultz,
Petersburg, Va.
I just want to thank you for
picking my name to win 5 books. I'm 76 years old and have
been married
for 55 years. We are still "young chickens"!! I sing with
the Southernaires, a group of retirees
that sing at nursing homes, assisted living, fraternal organizations,
etc. We sing the old-time
songs and love it, and so does the audience. I also volunteer
at Hospice, a great organization. I
keep busy and keep young. One of my favorite things is reading,
so this prize is just WONDERFUL!
I'll be busy reading as soon as they arrive. Thank you once
more.
Third place winner of 5 books:
Elizabeth
Swaim, Jacksonville, N.C.
I'm 26 years old and live in
Jacksonville, North Carolina. For the past 8 1/2 years I've
worked in a
library on a Marine Corps base. I've been reading books ever
since I was a little girl. I didn't
start reading romances till about 8th or 9th grade, though.
I love all Silhouette books. Special
Editions are great when I want a good long "quick" read. Thanks
again. You've made my day.
Our "Colors of Fall" Contest
winners are:
First place winner of 10 books:
Lou of Middleburg,
Fla.
I am an avid reader and have
been since my early teens. SpecialAuthors.com is a wonderful
site for avid or casual readers. Very informative on what
is new and what is a great read. I love the little synopsis
on authors also. Thanks again for the books and I will tell
everyone I know about your unique site!
Second place winner of 5 books:
Sharon of
Affton, Mo.
Wow, thank you so much! I love
the great authors and stories I find in Special Editions.
They are a large part of my keeper books. I got started reading
romance books when I was recovering from surgery. A friend
brought me a big bag full of romance books. All it took was
reading one and I was hooked.
Third place winner of 5 books:
Jennifer of
Decatur, Ill.
I started reading young adult
romance and mysteries in 6th grade. In high school I naturally
switched to reading adult romance. I love to read and can
always be seen with a book in my hand or my bag or in my car.
I love reading Special Edition books mainly because there
are a lot of mini-series and series within Special Editions.
Recently, I have enjoyed reading The Devaneys, Montana Mavericks,
Bridgewater Bachelors, The Coltons, etc. Every month I faithfully
add Special Edition books to my list of books to buy. Thanks,
authors, for providing us with such great books.
Our "Everything's Coming Up Roses"
Contest winners are:
First place winner:
Beth from
Ohio
I'm also a writer, just not published
yet. I belong to Central Ohio Fiction Writers, the local RWA
chapter in Columbus, OH, and the OVRWA Chapter in Cincinnati.
I've been a writer almost as long as I've been a reader. I'm
also a teaching supervisor for middle schools in Columbus.
I really enjoy Special Edition books because of the longer
plotlines and deeper emotion. Being a writer myself they're
wonderful examples of strong heroines and sexy heroes. I also
appreciate that the settings often center around small towns--palm
trees and beaches aren't the only places to fall in love!
(though it doesn't hurt...LOL) Not to mention that a few SE
authors are also friends :)
Second place winner:
Kim from Illinois
I have been married to a wonderful
husband for eighteen years and currently live in a suburb
just outside of Chicago. I am an avid romance reader and have
been a huge fan of the Special Edition books for years. They
are the perfect book to read when I need to relax and don't
have a lot of time. Thank you to all of the authors for the
endless hours of enjoyment I have received from reading your
stories. I anxiously look forward to the new releases each
month.
Third place winner:
Janet from
New Jersey
I like Special Edition books
because they offer a wonderful selection of heart-warming
stories with believable characters that I can relate to. They
just make me feel good!
Our
"Special Look" contest winners are:
First Place:
Elizabeth
"This is great! I have read romance since I
was a teenager and my older sister introduced me to the wonderful
world of romance novels. Now I am 28 years old and still love
it! Reading is a great way to relax, have a little excitement
and adventure, and see the beauty of love. Especially now
with the things that are going on in the world, it's good
to be able to read to get away from the news on TV and be
happy. I love the Special Edition books because they are so
REAL. I can relate to the characters and even become the character."
Second Place:
Marianne
"I love the Special Edition series! Their slightly
longer length gives them more depth than some of the shorter
series romances and the combination of intriguing plot and
compelling love story makes the line a perfect fit for me.
I'm 29 years old, live in Boston, Mass., and
work as a television news producer. I am also working on a
novel that I hope may someday be part of the Special Edition
line."
Third Place:
Carol
"I have always enjoyed reading almost any kind
of book. I especially enjoy romantic stories with happy endings.
That's why I think Special Editions are so great. I have been
married for 36 years. Both my son and daughter are married
and my daughter has five children, including twin boys. I
also love cats and baseball."
Our
"Winter Wonderland" contest winners are:
First Prize:
Nicole D., Jacksons
Gap, Ala.
Wow, what a pleasant
surprise to hear that I was the first place winner! I never
expected that!! Jacksons Gap is a small, quiet country town
surrounded by beautiful Lake Martin. I love living here because
in the summer and early fall I get out on my Bennington Pontoon
Boat and catch some sun or read while relaxing.I first started
reading Special Editions when my husband and I were buying
our boat. Someone at Lakeside Marina had a Special Edition
on the desk we were sitting at, so I started to read it and
have been hooked ever since!During the days I usually spend
that time cleaning the house (we all love that, don't we :o)
and at night I curl up and read my latest Special Edition.
I love to read Special Edition because the authors are fabulous
and the books never take on a more "heated" (I guess that's
the word I'd use) tone as some romances tend to. I am constantly
telling people they need to read these books. Once you start
reading one you can't put it down!
Second Prize:
Debra Guyette,
Wolcott, Conn.
Thanks for selecting
me as the second place winner! I look forward to receiving
my books. I live in a small town in Connecticut. We are sandwiched
in between two metropolitan areas. We are a true bedroom community.
We have very few businesses-no McDonald's but we do have a
Dunkin Donuts! I teach 8th grade science in an urban setting.
I do so love the kids. They are the same whether they live
in an urban area or some place affluent. I enjoy my job most
of the time. I love reading books, especially romances. Special
Editions are truly enjoyable. I read for escapism and these
books meet that need. I look forward to reading many more
in the future!
Third Prize:
Brenda Lokers,
Baraga, Mich.
Hello and thank
you ! I'm so excited. I live in a small town upper part of
Michigan. I love to read and as a homemaker, they are my kind
of books! Again, thanks a bunch!
Our
"Fall Festival" contest winners are:
First Prize:
Yvonne
Kaufman
My favorite things are reading, listening to music, and cooking
with my children, and I have very eclectic taste in everything
I do…I used to be one of those people who thought romances
were nothing but junk but then…about twelve years ago I picked
up a romance…and have been a loyal reader ever since. Since
that time Special Editions have become one of my favorite
lines. They are straightforward and usually hysterically funny,
in my opinion. My favorite authors are Christine Flynn and
Christine Rimmer, but I do read most of the authors.
I am a single mother
raising three children and caring for both of my parents,
all five of whom have chronic health problems…Reading is my
escape from my reality because I need a happy ending somewhere,
and Special Editions give me a good read without sappiness
.... By the way, am impatiently waiting for Scrooge and the
Single Girl!
2nd & 3rd Prizes:
Christine
Puckett
I am a fifth grade teacher and when I have time, I enjoy reading
as a way to unwind. I spend my days taking care of the needs
of kids so on my free time, I enjoy doing something just for
me. I like to relax with a good book and good cup of coffee.
Joy
Isley
I am an avid reader and have been all my life. I grew up on
a ranch in Colorado in the late 50's. There wasn't much to
do for entertainment, other than ranching, so every week when
we went into town I would head for the library first thing.
Only 15 books could be checked out by one person, so my sister
would check out 15 and I would check out 15. So I ended up
reading 30 books a week.
And of course,
they were books of various genre. Somehow over the years,
I narrowed my selections down to romance. Although I don't
have much time for reading now, I select books that won't
take much time to read. That's one of the reasons I like Special
Editions. And another is who the authors are and their story
lines. Also, the price is right. I can slip them easily into
my purse and can read when I have a few spare minutes.
Our
"Midsummer Madness!" contest winners are:
Diana
Tidlund of Greenfield, Massachusets
"I am a 33 year old avid reader who reads about 45 books
a month, sometimes more. (I had a small write up in the RWR
magazine for August about Harlequin books . Which was neat.)
I am married with a stepson and 2 daughters, ages 11,11 and
10. I manage a small gift shop and outside of reading ....I
love to ride the Harley!"
Earlene Gillespie of Leavenworth,
Kansas
"I have 2 grown boys, 26 and 23 yrs old. They still think
they are little sometimes though. LOL. I am a LPN and work
for the federal government. My hobbies are reading, watching
tv and going to the movies with friends and family. I have
4 sisters to do this with."
Melissa Lawson of New London, Connecticut
"I am an aspiring
writer with historical as my favorite genre. I will probably
shock the romance community as I have a mohawk and tons of
piercings. :) My first book is going to be a story about pirates.
I have a privateer in my family so my hero is actually an
ancestor."
Our
"Tax Day Give-a-Way" winners are:
Michelle McMillan
of Hodgenville, Kentucky
"I'm 31 years
old and married to the most wonderful man, Tony. He was truly
sent to me by GOD. We've been married for almost 6 years now
and have known each other for 11 years. We don't have any
children right now, but we are hoping to in the very near
future, probably by this time next year is the plan. We have
one dog, SissyGirl, named after dog I had as a child. We rescued
her from a truck stop where she had been abandoned. She was
near death when we found her. She's our baby, or thinks she
is. I guess my hobbies would be gardening, reading, and watching
old movies. I love the old Busby Berkley musicals, the ones
where there lots of singing and dancing. I also like the Ester
Williams films where they do all the synchronized swimming.
It's more like watching the Zeigfeld Follies than a movie.
And , a little known fact about me is that I collect Gone
With the Wind memorabilia. I have transformed one of our spare
bedrooms into a mini museum of Gone With the Wind collectibles,
new and old. My husband and I live in Hodgenville, KY (birthplace
and boyhood home of President Abraham Lincoln). We have 5
beautiful acres of property and love working outside. I guess
I could go on and on, but I won't. Thanks so much for choosing
me as your winner. And, for those of you who feel like I felt,
that you never win anything, DON'T GIVE UP!! Thanks
again."
Maureen from New
Jersey
"I am married
20 years to the same man :) and am mommy to Smokey, Mittens,
and Gilligan. You got it...first two are kittens and last
one is a dog LOL I live in NJ and am a fulltime accountant
and parttime book reviewer and am now attempting to write
my own book...a Scottish historical. I also lead several reading
groups on AOL."
Shaughnnessa Govender
from South Africa
""I'm
not married and never have been. I tend to read books (anything
and everything but especially Silhouette Special Editions!)
as a form of escapism from the boring day-to-dayness of everyday
life. I'm currently studying (in the midst of completing my
dissertation for my Master's degree actually) and I have no
pets (had a dog when I was little but was traumatised by it's
death and haven't felt brave enough to get another one...).
My hobbies include, reading, traveling, reading, e-mailing,
reading, going to the movies, reading, listening to music
(my tastes are VERY eclectic), reading and ....er....did I
mention reading?"
Our
2001 Holiday Contest winners are:
Winner of a bag
of classic books:
Linda Hay from
Summerfield, California
Winner of cookbook:
Rashmi Srinivas
from Forth Worth, Texas
Our Summer Sizzler Classic Book Give-a-Way winners are:
Winner of a bag
of classic books:
Christina Hammill
from Little Ferry, New Jersey
Christina writes
that she’ll be married in early October and has three cats
who are more spoiled than most children. She is a real estate
agent addicted to books. She says she’s never thrown away
or sold a book (mostly romances). Series romance are her favorites
because they are the perfect length to finish in one or two
sittings and they always leave you smiling!
Winners of cookbooks:
Barbara Ferris,
who is a native California and lives in Sacramento
She’s been married
31 years to a great guy, has two adult children and two grandchildren.
She’s an avoid reader of romance and has read most all the
Special Editions out in the last five years. Reading is her
biggest hobby, but she also loves crafts.
Kathleen Cady Schilling,
who lives in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Kathleen has been
married for two and a half years and has no children yet.
Hobbies are gardening, cooking, and reading. She loves Special
Editions.
Our
"New Year's Give-a-way" winners are:
The 1st prize winner
of a bag of classic books is:
Amy DeWitt of Janesville,
Wisconsin
"I'm on my
way to being a singer and actress and will sit in my room
for hours listening to music and reading."
Our first of two
2nd prize winners of a cookbook is:
Mary Aguilera of
Montague, Michigan
"I am 41 years
old. I work in a Public Library and have for 22 years. I just
love books books books! I am married have 4 sons, 8 grandchildren
soon to be 9. I have read Harlequin and Silhouettes since
I was 11 years old and can't put them down!!!"
Our
winner in the "Classic-Book-Give-a-Way" contest was:
Joyce Gaslin of
Osseo, Minnesota
"Joyce has
been married for 31 years, has three adult children, two grandchildren
on the way, and no pets. Her hobbies include reading,
of course. She says she loves romances, and she studies
religion and philosophy."
Our
winner in the "Something's Cooking!" contest was:
Yvonne Hering:
"My name is
Yvonne Hering. I live on Long Island with my husband
and our four cats (my babies). For the last 11 years
I've worked as a secretary in a private high school.
I'm, also, an aspiring writer and have completed four contemporary
books - still unpublished, but hopeful!
My hobbies are very
diversified including reading romances (of course!), watching
baseball games, writing, collecting dolls and teddy bears,
and doing romance reviews. I review books for several
different websites, as well as AOL.
Series books such
as Special Editions, Intimate Moments, etc. have always been
my favorite romances. I can devour them in a very short
time. The Special Editions are especially addicting
with their strong sense of family, deep plotlines, excitement
and tons of romance all rolled into one."
Our
winner in the "The Tax Man Taketh But The Special Authors
Giveth" was:
Maria D. Velazquez:
"I am
a native New Yorker. I have been a Marketing Director
for a law firm for several years. My husband and I have
red-haired poodle, who is patient and poses for me so I can
play with my cameras. I read romance because it speaks
to my soul and is so very different from my serious, conservative,
brown and grey self."
Our
winner in our Valentine's Day Basket of Books contest was:
Cynthea Kim Woods
from New South Wales Australia!
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