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Sunday, November 13, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks/EPUB) - Hire Me, Hollywood!

Update: 11/16/11 Now free from iTunes and Sony.
Update: 11/14/11 Now also free from Barnes & Noble.

Hire Me, Hollywood!: Your Behind-the-Scenes Guide to the Most Exciting - and Unexpected - Jobs in Show Business, by Mark Scherzer and Keith Fenimore, is free on Kindle.
Book Description
The secret to Stan Lee's writing processThe story behind Elmo's giggleWhat's for lunch on the set of The Walking DeadSquirrel training with Johnny DeppThink you know what it takes to get your favorite TV show on the air every week? (You'd be surprised.) Or what all those people whose names in the credits of the latest blockbuster actually do? (Including the Supervising Digital Colorist?) What better way to find out than from the who's who of Hire Me, Hollywood!Entertainment insiders Mark Scherzer and Keith Fenimore are here to give you a crash course in all things Hollywood through thirty sometimes funny, occasionally racy, and always revealing interviews with such industry experts as:- Ryan Randall, Hair Stylist/Makeup Artist (American Idol)- Sam Trammell, Actor (Sam Merlotte on HBO's True Blood)- Paula Davis, Senior Talent Executive (Conan O'Brien)- Mark Steines, Cohost (Entertainment Tonight)- Sara Holden, Stunt Woman (House, All My Children, How I Met Your Mother, Iron Man 2)- Cecilia Cardwell, On-Set Tutor (Titanic, Little Miss Sunshine, No Ordinary Family)- Michael Gelman, Executive Producer (Live! with Regis and Kelly)Whether you've always dreamed of yelling "Action" on a major movie set or you'd be thrilled just to get George Clooney his morning coffee, this book will give you inside scoop from craft service to the director's chair--and every take in between.

About the Authors
Mark Scherzer has twenty years of experience in the entertainment industry. A writer and producer, he also worked in comedy development at Universal. Currently, he's the in-house writer and producer for Reelz Channel and lives in New York City.

Keith Fenimore has been in the entertainment industry for more than a decade. He's worked at Reelz Channel and E! Entertainment Television. Today, Fenimore is a producer, writer, and director for Howard Stern, and lives in New York City.
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Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks) - The French Maid

Update: 11/16/11 Now free from iTunes.
Update: 11/14/11 Now also free from Barnes & Noble.

The French Maid, a short story by Sabrina Jeffries, is free on Kindle. The publisher site says this is an 80 page edition, but when it was a free PDF from B&N's site, it only runs 32 (I suspect the extra pages are promos for her other novels).
Book Description
Lady Eleanor Langston has a problem: her husband Henry, prime-minister-in-the-making, is too caught up in his work to notice her. Despite her involvement in his various public appearances, she feels shut out of his life, especially with their one-year anniversary looming. When Henry hires a highly recommended French lady's maid without consulting her, Eleanor's anger can't be contained—until she meets her. With Babette's help, Eleanor arms herself with the one weapon that will make Henry notice her as a woman—her inner siren.
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Saturday, November 12, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks/EPUB) - The Deputy

Update: 11/16/11 Now free from iTunes and Sony.
Update: 11/14/11 Now also free from Barnes & Noble.

The Deputy, by Victor Gischler, is free in the Kindle store. This one is published by Adams Media; you can also pick up one of his previously published backlist novels, To the Devil, My Regards, for 99 cents that he has self-published in ebook form.
Book Description
Coyote Crossing is a dusty little town in western Oklahoma, a sleepy little pit stop for truckers, not a lot going on. So a dead body in the middle of the street at midnight is quite an event. The chief of police wants all hands on deck, so he calls Toby Sawyer to come baby-sit the body.

About the Author
Victor Gischler is the author of 6 novels including the Edgar Award nominated GUN MONKEYS (Best First Novel), Anthony Award finalist SHOTGUN OPERA, and GO-GO GIRLS OF THE APOCALYPSE. He earned a Ph.D. in English at the University of Southern Mississippi.
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Saturday, November 5, 2011

Free Book (iBooks) - Indochine: Hanoi [AU]

Readers in Australia can get a free iBooks download of Indochine: Hanoi, by Luke Nguyen, originally a section (roughly 100 pages) of the cookbook Indochine, published in hardcover, that appears to only be available used in the Amazon store. If you want the rest of the book, you can buy a section at a time on iTunes for $8.99 or grab the entire book for $29.99. As far as I can tell, those in the US can't purchase any of the titles.
Book Description
Discover the fusion of French and Vietnamese cuisine with Luke Nguyen's delicious recipes from the Hanoi region, complemented by inspiring location and food photography. Join Luke as he explores the impact the French had on what the Vietnamese eat and cook today.
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Free Book (nook/iBooks) - Axel the Truck: Rocky Road

Axel the Truck: Rocky Road, by J. D. Riley and Brandon Dorman (Illustrator), is free from Barnes & Noble and on iTunes. It's an app more than a "book", so only works on NookColor and iThings.
Book Description
Axel the Truck has big wheels, and he loves to drive fast. A trip to the mountains includes some monster hills and bumpy roads! Features read-to-me audio, perfect for sharing.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Free Book Updates

At least three books that were first free yesterday are no longer free today, just showing that you never know how long a free book price will last.

These all have additional formats free since they were first posted:

Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks/EPUB/PDF) - I Dream of Genies

Update: 11/2/11 Now also free from iTunes.
Update: Also free from Sony and Sourcebooks.

I Dream of Genies (US/UK/DE), the first in the Genie series by Judi Fennell, is free in the Kindle store and from Barnes & Noble. This one looks like a good read from Sourcebooks Casablanca (and has a starred review from PW).
Book Description
Having a 2,000 year old magic genie fall right into your lap should be a good thing. At least, that's what down-on-his luck Matt Ewing thought. But Eden is no subservient fairy tale genie. Beautiful and independent, Eden isn't so keen on having to answer to yet another master. Then, after centuries of being alone, and against her better judgment, Eden suddenly finds herself in danger of falling for Matt. When she flips his already unstable world upside down, Matt is at his wits' end-if only he didn't find his inept genie so darn irresistible!
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Monday, October 31, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/EPUB/nook/iBooks) - 25 Savory Pie Recipes

Update:11/9/11 Now free from Barnes & Noble
Update:11/1/11 Also free from Sony and iTunes.

Circle of Friends Cookbook - 25 Savory Pie Recipes, by Gooseberry Patch, is free in the Kindle store.
Book Description
From Flaky Chicken Pot Pie and Spaghetti Pie to Upside-Down Mexican Pot Pie and Slow-Cooker Sausage Pie, this new collection features 25 savory pies that are sure to get mouths watering and tastebuds tingling!
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Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks/EPUB) - The Glass Case

Update: 11/16/11 Now free from Barnes & Noble, iTunes and Sony.

The Glass Case is a free short story by Kristin Hannah, released as a promo for her upcoming novel, Home Front.
Book Description
THE GLASS CASE explores the heart and mind of a mother – April Bannerman is a young mother of three, married to her high school sweetheart & living in the same town she grew up in. Although she loves her children and husband, April is plagued by the growing doubt that she has not lived up to the expectations of her own mother – who passed away years ago. When her youngest son goes missing one afternoon, April’s views on her own life – and what is most important – goes through a sudden transformation.
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Thursday, October 27, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks/EPUB) - Clues to Christie

Update: 12/22/11 Now free from Kobo and Sony.
Update: 11/24/11 Now free from Barnes & Noble and iTunes.

Clues to Christie, by Agatha Christie, is free to pre-order in the Kindle store.
Book Description
Dying to read Agatha Christie for the first time or to re-read one of her classic mysteries but don’t know where to start? This fully authorized and comprehensive guide to the Queen of Mystery includes an introduction by award-winning Agatha Christie expert John Curran with features on each of her classic detectives including Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot and Tommy & Tuppence; guides to reading each of her series and her stand-alone novels; and an A to Z of Agatha Christie. Interspersed throughout are quotes from Christie, a list of the Christie novels that were her personal favorites and three of her classic short stories: The Affair at the Victory Ball, Greenshaw’s Folly and A Fairy in the Flat.

Clues to Christie Table of Contents: “Agatha Christie: An Introduction” by John Curran; The Hercule Poirot Mysteries; “The Affair at the Victory Ball”; The Miss Marple Mysteries; “Greenshaw’s Folly”; The Tommy and Tuppence Mysteries; “A Fairy in the Flat”; Agatha Christie’s Stand-Alone Mysteries and Short-Story Collections; The Queen of Mystery’s Personal Favorites; Ten Other Ways to Read Agatha Christie; “On Agatha Christie and Poisons”; The A to Z of Agatha Christie
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks/EPUB) - Shedding Skin

Update: 11/2/11 Now also free from iTunes and Sony.
Update: 10/31/11 Now free from Barnes & Noble.

Shedding Skin, by Robert Ward, is free in the Kindle store.
Book Description
A tour of the 1950s and 1960s recounts the author's coming-of-age experiences in a period torn between idealism and despair, chronicling his journey between Baltimore and Haight-Ashbury and his witness to the historical events of the time.

This classic novel, the 1972 winner of a National Endowment for the Arts Award, turns, providing an essential companion piece to The King of Cards. Illuminated by the author’s personal experiences, this authentic coming-of-age novel presents a cavalcade of memorable characters and adventures.
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Monday, October 24, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/EPUB/nook/iBooks) - Kidz Bop: Be a Pop Star!

Update: 10/25/11 Now free on iTunes and from Sony.

Kidz Bop: Be a Pop Star!: Start Your Own Band, Book Your Own Gigs, and Become a Rock and Roll Phenom!, by Kimberly Potts, is free in the Kindle store and from Barnes & Noble.
Book Description
Everything kids need to know to make their rock star dreams come true! From writing cool songs and getting a group together to putting on shows and shooting music videos, this is all aspiring rockers need to take the world by stage--just like the Kidz Bop kids do!

Plus! As an added bonus, these enthusiastic song lovers will be able to participate online with Kidz Bop and vote on storylines, upload original videos for e-book inclusion, and access special bonus content.
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Free Book (Kindle/EPUB/nook/iBooks) - 101 Ways to Find a Ghost

Update: 10/25/11 Now free on iTunes and from Sony.

101 Ways to Find a Ghost, by Melissa Martin Ellis, is free in the Kindle store and from Barnes & Noble.
Book Description
host-hunting expert Melissa Martin Ellis has seen, felt, and sensed it all. And now, thanks to this guide, you too can part the veil between us and the mysterious world on the other side.

Whether you want to track down and record spirits or you're just intrigued as to whether or not these phantasms really do exist, Ellis will guide your exploration of paranormal activity. It's easier than ever to detect and even communicate with ghosts . . . if you're prepared for what you may find.
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Free Book (Kindle/nook/iBooks) - The Case of the Unwanted Pounds

Update: 10/25/11 Now free on iTunes.

The Case of the Unwanted Pounds: A Weight-Loss & Fitness Mysyery, by Fred Stutman, is free in the Kindle store and from Barnes & Noble.
Book Description
Dr.Stutman's new book, The Case of the Unwanted Pounds, presents a series of diet and fitness clues that solve the mystery of how to lose weight quickly and permanently, and how to achieve maximum cardiovascular fitness.These clues also show you how to strengthen your muscles and bones, while shaping your body.In addition, this plan helps you to live longer by reducing the incidence of heart disease, strokes,and certain forms of cancer. In this unique mystery,Detective Adam Walker discover the clues to permanent weight-loss and complete cardiovascular fitness. He shows you how to slim down, shape up and look younger in only 21 days, and finally lose those unwanted pounds.

About the Author
Fred A. Stutman, M.D. has done extensive research in exercise physiology, diet, and nutrition at the U.S. Naval Development Center and in private medical practice. As a medical officer in the U.S. Air Force, he established one of the nation s first walking programs for cardiac rehabilitation patients. He is the author of ten books and numerous medical articles on diet, nutrition, and exercise. His books have appeared in magazines and newspapers worldwide. He has appeared on national radio and TV, including the Today show and Good Morning America. He is currently practicing medicine as a Temple University Family Practice Physician in Philadelphia.
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Free Book (Kindle/EPUB/nook/iBooks) - Cookie Swap Cookbook

Update: 10/25/11 Now free on iTunes and from Barnes & Noble and Sony.

The Cookie Swap Cookbook, by Gooseberry Patch, is free in the Kindle store.
Book Description
Everything you need to know to host a cookie exchange! You'll find easy-to-follow how-to's with a handy checklist to make swapping a cinch, clever invitations and a recipe card to copy and color, tried & true recipes plus nifty ideas for packaging and presenting cookies. Try nutty butterscotch squares, chocolate-vanilla swirl cookies, magical creme wafers, chocolate peanut butter secrets and more, including recipes for fudge, caramels and hard tack candy too!
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Saturday, October 22, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/EPUB/nook/iBooks) - Blood Country

Update: 10/26/11 Also free on iTunes.
Update: 10/23/11 Now free from Barnes & Noble.

Blood Country, by Mary Logue, is free in the Kindle store (US & UK) and from Sony.
Book Description
This first in a series launch introduces Claire Watkins, a deputy sheriff for the Pepin County Police Department. Claire, a former Minneapolis police detective, and her 10-year-old daughter Meg fled the Twin Cities after her husband, Steve, also a cop, was killed.

When Landers Anderson--an elderly neighbor who befriended Claire and Meg--dies of a heart attack after being sideswiped with a shovel, Claire determines to find the culprit. This involves delving into Landers's family history and investigating the machinations of a right-wing group, Homeowners of America, that is buying up property to build an environmentally unsound development.

At the same time, Meg fearfully admits to Claire that she saw the man who killed Steve. Claire contacts her former partner, Det. Bruce Jacobs, and prods him into accelerating the investigation into Steve's death.
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Free Book (Kindle/EPUB/nook/iBooks) - Bruin Redemption

Update: 10/26/11 Also free on iTunes.

Bruin Redemption, by Alan Hahn, is free in the Kindle store and from Barnes & Noble and Sony (US & Canada).
Book Description
Relive the Moment When the Bruins Won It All!

After thirty-nine torturous, winless years, the Bruins finally returned home with their prize--but bringing the Stanley Cup back to Boston was no easy feat.

The heated series, arguably the scrappiest in play off history, took a toll on the Black and Gold and their fans. Brutal hits and at-the-buzzer losses were enough to wane anyone's faith. Fans couldn't help but cringe as they watched their favorite team repeat their history of nightmarish defeats. 2011 was not going to be the year for them.

Yet, the Bruins somehow pulled through, winning four out of the last five playoff games including a thrilling shut-out in Game 7. Not only did the Bruins fulfill their incredible wish, but they also won recognition as the only NHL team to ever win three games en route to the Stanley Cup.

Bruin Redemption captures every moment of the Bruins' journey toward victory. With an in-depth background of the team's struggles and thrilling snapshots of the games leading up to the big win, readers will want to relive this unforgettable ride again and again.
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Sunday, October 16, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/iBooks) - Jungle Kill

Update: 11/2/11 Now also free from iTunes.
Update: 10/18/11 Now free for US Kindle customers.

Jungle Kill, (US/UK), the first in the Black Ops series by Jim Eldridge, is free for UK customers in the Kindle store, courtesy of UK children's books publisher Egmont. I'd say it is likely to be free for US customers by morning (but no guarantee on this one).
Book Description
Thrown out of the SAS, Mitch thought his days as a Special Forces soldier were well and truly over. But when he is approached by an undercover unit embarking on a dangerous mission, he must make a choice. The Mission: rescue a West African freedom fighter, kidnapped by a gang of ruthless bandits who will stop at nothing to get what they want. The Squad: elite, Black-Ops soldiers – Gaz, Two Moons, Tug, Benny and Nelson – codename, Delta Unit.Can Mitch secure the trust of the five men, and step back into the battle zone?
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Free Book (Kindle/iBooks) - Kisses for Lula

Update: 11/1/11 Now free from iTunes.
Update: 10/18/11 Now free for US Kindle customers.

Kisses for Lula (US/UK/DE), by Samantha Mackintosh, is free for UK customers in the Kindle store, courtesy of UK children's books publisher Egmont. I'd say it is likely to be free for US customers by morning (but no guarantee on this one).
Book Description
Lula Bird is gorgeous, funny and dreading her birthday because you can't turn 16 if you've never been kissed . . . so why does every boy in Hambledon run a mile the second she bats her eyelids? The fact is, they fear for their lives. Rumour has it Lula's been jinxed! And it's not as if that's her only problem: Lula thinks she has a stalker, her dad keeps sneaking out at night with a lady's handbag, and a mysterious theft is threatening to bring the town to its knees. . . . With only 5 days to go till her birthday, can Lula get the guy, solve the crime and jilt the jinx for good?
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Monday, October 10, 2011

Free Book (Kindle/EPUB/nook/iBooks) - Heating Up the Kitchen

Update: 11/6/11 Now also free on iTunes.
Update: 11/3/11 Finally free from Kobo.
Update: Also free from Barnes & Noble and Sony.

Heating Up the Kitchen: Recipes with Love from Lucky Harbor, by Jill Shalvis, is free on Kindle.
Book Description
Hello Readers,

Thanks for coming to Lucky Harbor. I'm sure your presence has already been noted by Lucille and the rest of her blue-hair posse and will shortly be posted on their Facebook page. Hope you don't have toilet paper stuck to your shoe.

Or any secrets...

In these pages are recipes on how to catch a man, how to cope with sisters, and bunches of wisdom. Whoops, sorry. Wrong book. (See either Simply Irresistible, The Sweetest Thing, or Head Over Heels).

There are, however, some fantastic recipes from my very own kitchen, and in the cooking of these recipes, I can guarantee you a culinary experience that will make you forget your troubles.

Happy cooking, happy eating, and happy reading!

Tara Daniels
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