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Tag Archives: Leaving the Beach
Book Signing/Reading from Leaving the Beach, July 19 in Winthrop, MA
Hi Friends, Next Saturday, July 19th, I’ll be doing a book signing and reading from Leaving the Beach at the Winthrop Book Depot and Cafe. I’m really excited about this, as much of Leaving the Beach is set in Winthrop. … Continue reading
The Indie Spirit is Alive and Well in Montreal
It might seem a bit ironic to be writing about the independent spirit in Montreal as July 4th weekend winds down here in the States. But my family spent four days in Montreal last week, and wow! I won’t bother … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged books, bookstore, Canada, clothing store, fashion, indie, indie shopping, indie spirit, Leaving the Beach, montreal, record stores, shopping
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Want the Denim Skirt Erin Wears in LEAVING THE BEACH? Here’s How to Make it
Don’t worry, this blog is not going to turn all DIY and crafty. I only know how to make a few things, so there wouldn’t be very many posts! However, if you’ve read Leaving the Beach, you might recall that … Continue reading
Posted in DIY, promotional items, Uncategorized
Tagged denim skirt, DIY, Erin Reardon, Leaving the Beach, make your own, mary rowen
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99 Cent Sale Today, 6/16. Leaving the Beach E-Book on Promo
The headline says it all. My novel, Leaving the Beach is on $.99 promo today. I hope you’ll check it out. What’s the book about? In a nutshell, it’s the story of a bulimic woman named Erin who truly believes it’s … Continue reading
Posted in book reviews, launch, promos, writing
Tagged $.99, 99 cents, beach, book promo, kirkus reviews, Leaving the Beach, mary rowen, promo, sale
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My Very First Print Interview for Leaving the Beach
Today, I’m so honored to be featured in the Winthrop Transcript. Reporter Cary Shuman was kind enough to interview me for his newspaper and write this great story. Here’s the headline and first two paragraphs: Former Resident Mary Rowen Authors … Continue reading
Posted in promos, writing
Tagged cary shuman, Leaving the Beach, mary rowen, print interview, winthrop, winthrop transcript
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This Week’s Giveaway: Has Your Life Been Changed by a Rock Musician?
Erin Reardon, in Leaving the Beach, is heavily influenced by rock & roll icons. If you’ve read the book, you might argue that David Bowie has the biggest influence on her life. Others might disagree, saying it’s Bruce Springsteen, while … Continue reading
Posted in promos, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged bruce springsteen, contest, david bowie, elvis costello, freddie mercury, giveaway, jim morrison, Leaving the Beach, rock & roll, rock musician
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TAG! You’re Awesome! Blog Hop Game.
I was lucky enough be tagged in a blog hop by Patricia Mann, my friend, fellow Booktrope author, and writer of the best-selling new novel, Is This All There Is? If you’re not familiar with the book, here’s part of … Continue reading
5-Star Review for Leaving the Beach from ClueReview Blog
I’m excited to share a great review of Leaving the Beach today from gpangel at the ClueReview Blog. You can read the entire review here. Or, if you’re in a hurry, here’s my favorite excerpt: I thought this book was … Continue reading
Posted in book reviews, writing
Tagged 5-star review, book review, cluereview blog, gpangel, Leaving the Beach
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UPDATE: We Have All 5 LEAVING THE BEACH E-Book Winners!! Congrats to All!! (And Don’t Worry: There Will Be a New Contest/Giveaway Next Week)
Beach season is almost here in the American Northeast, so here’s a little contest to help get you into the spirit. The first five people who “like” my Facebook Author Page and then post a photo of their favorite beach … Continue reading
Craves the Angst: Getting All Angsty and Personal
Readers, today I have a guest spot on Craves the Angst, a book blog that features reviews, interviews, and all sorts of other stuff about sexy, emotional books. I’m really honored. Sometime soon, Hazel–the blog’s owner–will write her review of … Continue reading
Posted in eating disorders, promos, Uncategorized, writing
Tagged craves the angst, eating disorders, Leaving the Beach
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