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8/15/2013

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Vampires Vs. Zombies Giveaway Blog Hop

 
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For this hop, instead of me putting in my two cents on the Vampire Vs. Zombie debate, I’ve decided to sit back and watch while a few of the characters from my books give their opinions—although, I’ll probably butt in to their conversation a bit. I know they’re even more biased than me since they are vampires, but it should still be fun. I did write it from my POV, though.

Don’t forget to enter the giveaway at the end of the post and check out the other blogs taking part in this giveaway hop with the links at the bottom of the post. Although I have started my giveaway early, the others may not have, so be sure to check back later for those giveaways.

This blog hop is hosted by My Shelf Confessions. Click on the pic to check out their website.

And now for the debate...


Bastian Evanko sat back in his seat and rolled his eyes. “I don’t understand why the hell we’re debating this. Vampires are real, zombies aren’t, end of discussion.” Then he pinned me with a glare. “And I don’t know why you insist on making us do these stupid blog posts all the time.”

After all these stupid blog posts, I’d become immune to his pseudo-threat posturing.

His brother, Donovan, sighed. “Stay on topic, little brother, and leave Lorraine out of this. If not for her, we wouldn’t exist. You’d do well to remember that.” He shot a sexy smile my way. “As for the topic at hand, why don’t we forget reality and look at the entertainment industry—the movies, TV shows, and books. It would seem our time in the spotlight is over and zombies are the creatures of the moment.”

“And it’s about damn time.” Johnathan McCombs scrubbed a hand over his face. “If I have to see one more sparkling vampire, I’m either going to take myself out or show everyone what a real vamp can do.” His eyes silvered and he flashed a little fang. “Let the zombies have all the glory. It takes the attention away from us so we can hide our existence easier.”

Olivia Fournier sauntered in and sat down next to Johnathan’s sire, Alexander Mitchell.

Donovan glowered at her. “How nice of you to finally grace us with your presence.”

Alex leaned forward. “Not now. We all agreed to leave our grudges outside the door, remember?”

Donovan grunted. “Whatever.”

"If Johnathan and Bastian can get along, then you and Olivia can, as well." Alex nodded at Olivia.

A wide grin turned up the corners of her lips. “Thank you, Alexander.” A second later, she focused on Johnathan. “As usual, you make a valid point. With all the focus on vampires over the last few decades, it has been difficult to remain hidden. Humans have had vampires on their minds too much. They have noticed things they would normally have ignored, a flash of silver here, a preternaturally-quick movement there. Let them focus on zombies. I hear there’s a new zombie movie out with Brad Pitt in it. That should keep their attention for a while.”

I couldn’t keep quiet any more. “Come on guys. You can’t be serious. If people give up on vamps, where will that leave your books? And what about True Blood? What about Underworld? The Black Dagger Brotherhood? What about Lestat?” I looked to each of them, waiting for a reaction, but they all sat stone-faced. “Fine, if you don’t care about those vamps, what about the readers who have come to love you? Should I just delete all my files and let you die?”

Was I really arguing with my fictional characters again? They always drew me in. Sometimes I wondered if they did it on purpose.

Alex rose, strutted over to my chair, and extended his hand. I slipped my fingers into his palm and stood.

He raised my hand to his lips and feathered a kiss across my skin. “We will be eternally grateful for all you have done for us, for giving us life. And no, we do not wish to die with the click of a mouse.” Still cradling my hand, he turned to the others. “I believe this discussion is over. Vampires are and always will be superior to zombies. We aren’t mindless creatures. We have strength and power they will never possess. And there will always be humans who prefer us over any other paranormal being—real or fake.”

I couldn’t have said it better myself. Alex always was the voice of reason. Damn, I love my vampires.

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Well, I don’t know about you, but I had fun doing that. I hope you enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it.

So what about you? Do you prefer vampires or zombies, and why? For me, it's all about the sexy yet deadly vampires.

I’m giving away an eBook copy of my anthology, Nocturnal Bites. Depending on the number of entries, I may give away multiple copies.

COMMENTING ALONE DOES NOT ENTER YOU IN THE GIVEAWAY. YOU MUST USE THE RAFFLECOPTER ENTRY FORM BELOW.

GIVEAWAY OPEN ONLY TO ADULTS AS THIS ANTHOLOGY CONTAINS ADULT CONTENT: EXPLICIT LANGUAGE AND SEX AND VAMPIRE VIOLENCE.


(If you want to make a pic/cover like the one here, click on the pic for the website.)


Nocturnal Bites Blurb...

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This anthology contains the first three novelettes/novellas of the series. Each of these books focuses on vampire Bastian Evanko, starting over two hundred years ago in England withNothing Lasts Forever and the tragic series of events that triggers his desire for retribution and earns him the punishment of two hundred years in exile.

Fast forward to present day Lansford, PA: The Sin City of the East. The remaining stories take place in and around Lansford. Nocturnal Surrender is the reunion of Bastian and his brother Donovan, as well as his meeting—and biting—stripper Darling Nikki. Tension mounts as Bastian looks to exact his revenge, but he gets a little sidetracked by the possibility of falling in love again.

Just when Bastian feels secure in his budding relationship with Nicole French, AKA Darling Nikki, she stumbles upon the secret of his vampiric identity in Midnight Confessions. To make matters worse, Donovan needs Bastian's help in the war with the vampire Hunters. Only problem is, Nicole gets dragged into the mix. Many secrets are exposed after midnight.

In the bonus short story, Auburn Lust, twin courtesan vampires Rochelle and Laureline Montague entertain two of their favorite vampire clients for the evening: Christof Rosenbaum and Donovan Evanko. Emotions and lust run wild in this erotic story.

And in another bonus, Interview with Bastian, the vampire lets it all hang out since this is the uncensored, extended version of his interview. At times he shares a little too much information, but then he does prefer to live by his own rules.


For more information and excerpts, please visit the SERIES WEBSITE.


GIVEAWAY OPEN TO ADULTS ONLY!
Giveaway runs through 8/31/13.
Winner(s) will be notified 9/3/13.

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Other blogs in this hop...

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63 Comments
dv8
8/17/2013 12:40:21 am

I prefer vampires because zombies are mindless.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/17/2013 09:40:21 am

I'm with you on that one. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Alyssa link
8/18/2013 02:06:47 pm

oh that's a good answer, I agree!

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Dawna Newman
8/17/2013 06:38:36 am

I prefer vampires because they are dark and dangerous and ooze that sex appeal.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/17/2013 09:41:49 am

That's exactly what I love about them, too. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Anne
8/17/2013 06:57:31 am

Vampires because traditionally, you can interact with them more. Like
dv8 says, most zombies are mindless.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/17/2013 09:43:56 am

Yeah, vamps definitely have a lot more to offer. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Natalie
8/17/2013 07:15:25 am

I'm on Team Zombie. I don't know why. They terrify me. As in can't-get-throug-a-whole-book-without-taking-a-break-to-read-something-happy-will-have-nightmares-for-a-week-after-I've-watched-a-zombie-movie.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/17/2013 09:48:29 am

Sounds like even though they terrify you, they entertain you, and that's the important thing. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Annah
8/17/2013 07:46:13 am

I prefer zombies right now. I think there are too many vampires going around!

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/17/2013 09:50:46 am

I know a lot of people feel that way now, but I'll always love vamps. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Tammy
8/17/2013 12:16:26 pm

I would say vampires because I haven't found a lot of good zombie books but I'm looking.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/17/2013 12:29:42 pm

I'm giving Amanda Hocking's Hollowland a try. Only a few chapters in, but seems pretty good so far. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Natasha
8/17/2013 01:36:07 pm

Vampires!
They are strong and live forever!
Thanks for the chance to win!

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/18/2013 10:27:22 pm

Yay, another vote for the vamps! You're welcome, and good luck in the giveaway!

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Denise Z
8/17/2013 01:36:26 pm

I would have to say vamps, primarily because I have read more about them than zombies, but I have read a few zombie stories that have been great and who knows maybe they will come out on top next time LOL Thank you for participating in the fun.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/18/2013 10:30:17 pm

I've read many vamp books, too, but am only just starting to read my first zombie book. I can see myself liking zombies a little, but I doubt I could ever love them as much as vamps. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Jillyn link
8/18/2013 08:38:14 am

Vampires, they're far more romantic.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/18/2013 10:31:40 pm

My thoughts exactly. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Michelle Willms link
8/18/2013 08:58:12 am

Vampires are sexy and seductive, dangerous and deadly. They also have strength and magic surrounding them. Vampires are rotting and go about dropping body parts and oozing nasty fluid residue. What can possibly be appealing about that? I do not see a competition here. michelle_willms@yahoo.com

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/18/2013 10:34:26 pm

So true. That's what draws me to vampires and that's why I can never see liking zombies in the same way. One is sexy and one isn't. And even the ugly monster-type vamps still have more of a dangerous appeal than zombies, for me anyway. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Aimee
8/18/2013 11:59:05 am

Love vampires, but zombies win out by just a little bit, if only because Horror is my first love & Vampires are no longer scary

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/18/2013 10:35:50 pm

I can see zombies winning in a horror lover's heart since we have romanticized vamps and taken away the horror aspect mostly. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Jamie link
8/18/2013 12:56:22 pm

Usually vampires-why? They are indiividuals with personality. Zombies are mindless (usually). But I like to read both!

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/18/2013 10:37:10 pm

Glad you can enjoy both, and glad the vamps win out usually. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Alyssa link
8/18/2013 02:08:01 pm

I prefer vampires because zombies are just too scary/threatening. Vampires aren't always the bad guys :)

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/18/2013 10:39:01 pm

And even if the vamps are bad in some way, there's normally something redeaming in them, but not so much with zombies. Good luck in the giveaway!

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joe hawkshaw
8/19/2013 01:55:17 am

I like them both i like th walking dead the most awesome series.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/19/2013 05:05:39 am

I haven't checked out that show yet. I'll have to one of these days. Good luck in the giveaway!

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AimeeKay link
8/19/2013 05:08:26 pm

At the moment I'm a Zombieholic. I think mainly because I'm on an end of the world bender with my tbr pile.

I do love a good Vampire read, but I think I got overdosed on them and just needed to walk away for a while.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/19/2013 10:03:21 pm

Keep enjoying the zombies. I think a lot of people feel they've been overdosed on vamps, but hopefully it's just temporary. Good luck in the giveaway!

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erma H
8/20/2013 01:13:45 am

I love vampires cause they are sexy.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/20/2013 03:41:28 am

Same here! Good luck in the giveaway!

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pabkins link
8/21/2013 02:21:52 am

Thanks for joining the hop - that first cover is so comical!~

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/22/2013 01:34:15 am

Thanks for having the hop. Glad you like that cover. I had fun making it.

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andie
8/21/2013 12:32:34 pm

zombies - just a more interesting concept and seem so much scarier.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/22/2013 01:36:23 am

Yeah, they are scarier. I'd rather meet up with a vamp in a dark alley than a zombie. Good luck in the giveaway!

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heather
8/23/2013 03:33:53 pm

Vampires!!!!!! They are sexy, seductive, dangerous and deadly. They are super strong and have hundreds of years of experience. Thank you for the giveaway!!!

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/24/2013 10:54:20 am

I'm with you on that. I think the dangerous and deadly somehow strangely add to the sexy and seductive. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Holly Letson link
8/24/2013 06:27:58 am

Vampires. Honestly, I think it's because either they are better-written or more interesting. I have never found a zombie book that kept my interest.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/24/2013 10:56:28 am

I can't really say for sure on that since I've only just started reading my first zombie book. I probably won't read enough zombie books to say since I'm not that into them. Good luck in the giveaway!

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bn100
8/24/2013 04:20:44 pm

vampires for the fangs

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/25/2013 10:16:54 pm

I love the fangs, too. Good luck in the giveaway!

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BookAttict
8/25/2013 12:51:14 am

I'm totally Team Vamp. Vamps=sexy / zombies=stinky.
Thanks for the amazing giveaway!
elizabeth @ bookattict . com

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/25/2013 10:18:21 pm

Team Vamp rules! Vamps are definitely sexy. You're welcome, and good luck in the giveaway!

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BookLady
8/28/2013 05:53:00 am

I love vampires because they are immortal, powerful, and very sexy.
Enjoyed your character debate and would love to win a copy of Nocturnal Bites. Thanks for the great giveaway!

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/28/2013 06:44:35 am

"...immortal, powerful, and very sexy." Those are the reasons I love them, too. Glad you liked the debate. You're welcome, and good luck in the giveaway!

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Sam Stamp
8/28/2013 02:59:17 pm

I prefer Vampires! I love all of the different interpretations there are and they are usually sexy!

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/29/2013 07:41:45 am

I'm with you on enjoying all the different "sexy" versions of vamps out there. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Valerie Rhodes
8/29/2013 03:23:03 am

Love Vamps.. the thought of endless life.. forever hotness.. sexy lurers.. they are just yummy!

Thanks for giveaway chance
vals_hemi at yahoo dot com

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/29/2013 07:43:13 am

I love the immortality part, too. I never thought about the "forever hotness" before, but I love that. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Daniel M
8/29/2013 04:30:11 am

vamps, zombies are to boring and predictable

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/29/2013 07:44:20 am

Yeah, I can't get into zombies much either. Good luck in the giveaway!

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dorrie turner
8/30/2013 02:17:36 pm

I like all horror. Vampire stuff if it has a little more depth to it I like to be entraced. Zombies I can get into whether well written or not because even the crappier ones is comical to me.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/31/2013 08:44:10 am

Glad you can enjoy both vamps and zombies. I keep trying to get into the zombie stuff, but I'm just stuck on my vamps. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Ashleigh Swerdfeger link
8/30/2013 09:14:43 pm

Vampires are cooler, smarter and have a sense of humour.
Although, there are some cool zombie stories out there :)

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/31/2013 09:14:16 am

I agree that vamps are better in most ways. Glad you found some cool zombie stories, though. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Karen Arrowood
8/31/2013 03:05:53 am

I am definitely a vamp girl – zombies are ok, but give me fangs any day of the week. Vamps are just so much sexier!

What do you get when you cross a vampire and a zombie?
A Zompire!

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/31/2013 09:22:56 am

Yeah, gotta have the fangs. Vamps are definitely sexier.

A zompire--now that's a different idea. Good luck in the giveaway!

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Eva Millien
8/31/2013 04:15:20 am

Team Vampires! I became fascinated by them when I was a little girl. Now I love them because they are sexy and deadly, Thanks for sharing the hop and the giveaway. evamillien at gmail dot com

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/31/2013 09:25:51 am

That sexy and deadly part is what I love, too. You're welcome, and good luck in the giveaway!

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Danielle @ Ladybug Literature link
8/31/2013 07:33:27 am

I like zombies. I like their pack mentality which is less prevalent in vampires.

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Lorraine Pearl link
8/31/2013 09:27:37 am

If you like the pack mentally, now I wonder if you like werewolves, too. Good luck in the giveaway!

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