Friday, December 31, 2010

Planet iPad Daily Free Book Alert, Friday, December 31: Pour the Champagne with 6 Brand New Free Books for New Year's Eve! plus ... another year older, but why fret when Diana Estill's wit can make us laugh in Stilettos No More (Today's Sponsor)


Would you choose to spend New Year's Eve with the Perfect Woman, the Queen's Dollmaker, a Mistress by Mistake, or a Louis L'Amour-style Western? The choice is yours with six new freebies added to our 225+ Free Book Alert listings....


But first, a word from ... Today's Sponsor

Award-winning humorist Diana Estill is often compared with "the late, great Erma Bombeck," but with an edgy 21st-century twist. We welcome with this take-no-prisoners collection of humor essays readers are calling "Laugh Out Loud Funny!"


"Stilettos No More seems to cover every topic that a woman will face as she hits her middle ages. From looks, to cooking, to shopping, to relationships, this book has it all." ----"Reviews, by Readers, for Readers"

Stilettos No More 
by Diana Estill
4.7 out of 5 stars   3 Reviews
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In this collection of essays, award-winning humorist Diana Estill shares her wacky views on the years between mini-skirts and "Mee-maw" panties, tells the truth about "shapewear," and offers advice on "how to talk so that your spouse will listen" and other mysteries. Lamenting she's "put up with this thong enough," Estill invokes her inner fashion critic as she tackles midlife with both eyes squinted.

The reviewers are saying
Stilettos No More seems to cover every topic that a woman will face as she hits her middle ages. From looks, to cooking, to shopping, to relationships, this book has it all. Being that it is just sixty pages, you would assume that it would be a fast read, but it is not. I spent way too much time laughing and being grateful that I don't have a weak bladder. As I read, it occurred to me that I might be getting more laugh lines, from laughing so hard. Then I pondered how many calories one might burn while laughing heartily. I think it is a fair trade. I can't remember ever reading anything so entertaining in my life. Trust me I have done a lot of reading. I highly, highly recommend reading "Stilettos No More." I also suggest giving it as a gift to every woman that you know. 
--"Reviews, by Readers, for Readers" 

Sometime around 50 you realize you've said goodbye to your youth and hello to world of bodyshapers, random hair growth and senior specials - whether you want them or not. You can spiral into a funk or you can laugh. Stilettos No More helps you laugh, and laugh and laugh! Diana Estill takes a humorous look at life from the top of the hill looking down. The age hill, that is. She's not afraid to talk about those "things" that start happening when you get to a certain age. Even better, not only can she laugh at them, but she makes the rest of us laugh too. Especially when we're recognizing ourselves at every turn! Who knew ¾ sleeves had a practical purpose?

Some humor collections have peaks and valleys. This book is a steady stream; each essay flowing into the next, each just as funny or funnier than the one before it. Extremely well-crafted. A snappy read,
Stilettos No More is a collection of essays that makes you smile, and at the same time be comforted that you're not alone in your quest for the nearest bathroom. You'll definitely want to share with family and friends. Highly recommended. 
--Jamie Engle

Stilettos No More, by Diana Estill, is a funny, down to earth commentary on the realities of aging. It's not easy facing the physical changes that occur, without permission I might add, to our bodies when middle age and menopause invade, but Estill faces these occurrences with a wicked wit that any woman will identify with (if not openly then secretly) and embrace. From underwear, to shoes, to the utterly ridiculous and hilarious protocols of local government and the pomp and circumstance involved in the smallest of decisions Estill's commentary will produce a wry, knowing smile and, in some instances an inappropriate guffaw of which I no longer feel obligated to apologize.

Diana Estill, author of several humorous books, has written an engaging read perfect for the beach, an airplane or a quiet afternoon. My only wish was that Estill spent more time elaborating, ergo, I wish there was more to read as I was finished too soon.
--Judy C.
About the author
 
Diana Estill is the author of three humor books, including Deedee Divine's Totally Skewed Guide to Life, a ForeWord Book of the Year Finalist and International Book Awards Winner (humor category) and Driving on the Wrong Side of the Road. As a former journalist and columnist, her articles and commentary have appeared in major newspapers, magazines, and journals. 

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A Congregation of Jackals
by S. Craig Zahler

A Grand New Day: A Full Year of Daily Inspiration and Encouragement
by Women of Faith

Bob Zuppke: The Life and Football Legacy of the Illinois Coach
by Maynard Brichford

Cormac McCarthy: A Literary Companion
by Erik Hage


Existential Joss Whedon: Evil And Human Freedom in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Angel, Firefly And Serenity
by J. Michael Richardson and J. Douglas Rabb

The Fat Tail : The Power of Political Knowledge in an Uncertain World (with a New Preface)
by Ian Bremmer and Preston Keat

Fortune-Telling Book of the Zodiac
by K.C. Jones

Grace for the Moment: A 365-Day Devotional Journal
by Max Lucado


L is for Lollygag
by Tracy Sunrize Johnson

Miranda's Big Mistake
by Jill Mansell

The Boy Who Changed the World
by Andy Andrews

The Granny Diaries: An Insider's Guide for New Grandmothers
by Adair Lara


The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter
by Carson McCullers

The Sonarman's War: A Memoir of Submarine Chasing and Mine Sweeping in World War II
by H. G. Jones

The Thorn (The Rose Trilogy)
by Beverly Lewis

The Zombie Movie Encyclopedia
by Peter Dendle


WCS Pocket Guide: San Francisco
by Ben Winters

The Call of Zulina (Book One of the Grace in Africa Series)
by Kay Marshall Strom

Why Does E=mc2?
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Here's the set-up for Marsha Canham's historical romance adventure:


A pirate wench, disguised as a boy,  is captured by an aristocratic US naval ship's captain and pressed into service as his cabin boy. 

This action-packed swashbuckling adventure is a classic tale of romance, revenge, and breathtaking exploits on the high seas. 

The time is 1804 and the U.S. Navy is attacking and destroying pirate strongholds on North Africa's infamous Barbary Coast. Courtney Farrow, daughter of one of the most feared and successful corsairs, is captured by Lt. Adrian Ballantine, proud, handsome, and determined to tame her spirit. 

Constantly battling their attraction, they must become reluctant allies in order to discover who is selling secrets to the corsairs, and who has sold out the Farrow stronghold. 

From Publishers Weekly:

In this action-packed historical romance, the only time people rest is when they're downed with fever or knocked unconscious. Nineteen-year-old Courtney Farrow, daughter of Duncan Farrow, the most feared pirate on North Africa's Barbary Coast, can fight, swear and think as well as if not better than most men. 

But the time is 1804 and the U.S. Navy is attacking and destroying pirate strongholds. In battle, Courtney, disguised as a boy, is captured and forced to become cabin boy to Lt. Adrian Ballantine, proud, handsome, and the only man who can tame her spirit.

He has other things on his mind, though, namely discovering who is selling secrets to the pirates; she, meanwhile, suspects a traitor in the pirate ranks also. Packed with well-drawn characters, fiery sea battles and, for the most part, accurate information, this book is a good read. (Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.)

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Thursday, December 30, 2010

Planet iPad Daily Free Book Alert, Thursday, December 30: Romance is in the air in the Kindle Store, with a very spicy Catching Caroline leading 225 more free books for your iPad or Android! plus ... history, adventure and romance on the high seas in Marsha Canham's The Wind And The Sea (Today's Sponsor)

It's a romantic wind-down for 2010, with a spicy romance at the top of the new free books and our sponsor's own contribution from her large inventory of Kindle books....

But first, a word from ... Today's Sponsor

A pirate wench, disguised as a boy,  is captured by an aristocratic US naval ship's captain and pressed into service as his cabin boy. 
by Marsha Canham
4.5 Stars -- 10 Reviews

Text-to-Speech:  Enabled

Here's the set-up:

This action-packed swashbuckling adventure is a classic tale of romance, revenge, and breathtaking exploits on the high seas. 

The time is 1804 and the U.S. Navy is attacking and destroying pirate strongholds on North Africa's infamous Barbary Coast. Courtney Farrow, daughter of one of the most feared and successful corsairs, is captured by Lt. Adrian Ballantine, proud, handsome, and determined to tame her spirit. 

Constantly battling their attraction, they must become reluctant allies in order to discover who is selling secrets to the corsairs, and who has sold out the Farrow stronghold. 

From Publishers Weekly:
In this action-packed historical romance, the only time people rest is when they're downed with fever or knocked unconscious. Nineteen-year-old Courtney Farrow, daughter of Duncan Farrow, the most feared pirate on North Africa's Barbary Coast, can fight, swear and think as well as if not better than most men. 

But the time is 1804 and the U.S. Navy is attacking and destroying pirate strongholds. In battle, Courtney, disguised as a boy, is captured and forced to become cabin boy to Lt. Adrian Ballantine, proud, handsome, and the only man who can tame her spirit. He has other things on his mind, though, namely discovering who is selling secrets to the pirates; she, meanwhile, suspects a traitor in the pirate ranks also. Packed with well-drawn characters, fiery sea battles and, for the most part, accurate information, this book is a good read. (Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.)

 Click hereto download The Wind And The Sea or a free sample to your Kindle, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, BlackBerry, Android-compatible, PC or Mac and start reading within 60 seconds!

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Free Contemporary Titles in the Kindle Store

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Planet iPad Daily Free Book Alert, Thursday, December 30: Romance is in the air in the Kindle Store, with a very spicy Catching Caroline leading 225 more free books for your iPad or Android! plus ... history, adventure and romance on the high seas in Marsha Canham's The Wind And The Sea (Today's Sponsor)

It's a romantic wind-down for 2010, with a spicy romance at the top of the new free books and our sponsor's own contribution from her large inventory of Kindle books....

But first, a word from ... Today's Sponsor

A pirate wench, disguised as a boy,  is captured by an aristocratic US naval ship's captain and pressed into service as his cabin boy. 
by Marsha Canham
4.5 Stars -- 10 Reviews

Text-to-Speech:  Enabled

Here's the set-up:

This action-packed swashbuckling adventure is a classic tale of romance, revenge, and breathtaking exploits on the high seas. 

The time is 1804 and the U.S. Navy is attacking and destroying pirate strongholds on North Africa's infamous Barbary Coast. Courtney Farrow, daughter of one of the most feared and successful corsairs, is captured by Lt. Adrian Ballantine, proud, handsome, and determined to tame her spirit. 

Constantly battling their attraction, they must become reluctant allies in order to discover who is selling secrets to the corsairs, and who has sold out the Farrow stronghold. 

From Publishers Weekly:
In this action-packed historical romance, the only time people rest is when they're downed with fever or knocked unconscious. Nineteen-year-old Courtney Farrow, daughter of Duncan Farrow, the most feared pirate on North Africa's Barbary Coast, can fight, swear and think as well as if not better than most men. 

But the time is 1804 and the U.S. Navy is attacking and destroying pirate strongholds. In battle, Courtney, disguised as a boy, is captured and forced to become cabin boy to Lt. Adrian Ballantine, proud, handsome, and the only man who can tame her spirit. He has other things on his mind, though, namely discovering who is selling secrets to the pirates; she, meanwhile, suspects a traitor in the pirate ranks also. Packed with well-drawn characters, fiery sea battles and, for the most part, accurate information, this book is a good read. (Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc.)

 Click hereto download The Wind And The Sea or a free sample to your Kindle, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, BlackBerry, Android-compatible, PC or Mac and start reading within 60 seconds!

UK Kindle customers: Click here to download
Each day's list is sponsored by one paid title. We encourage you to support our sponsors and thank you for considering them. 

Authors, Publishers, iPad Accessory Manufacturers:
Interested in learning more about sponsorship? Just click on this link for more information

Free Contemporary Titles in the Kindle Store

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Just use the slider at right of your screen below to scroll through a complete, updated list of free contemporary Kindle titles, and click on an icon like this one (at right) to read a free sample right here in your browser! Titles are sorted in reverse chronological order so you can easily see new freebies!