Sunday, December 16, 2012

Confessions of an (Avon) Addict



Happy Sunday! And welcome one, welcome all, to my stop on the Avon Addicts Blog Hop.


Back in...February? I think it was, I put in my name and information to apply to be an Avon Addict. I thought, no way was I going to be picked. I bet there were so many names, so many entrants, I didn't have a shot. But hey, it didn't hurt to try, right?

My efforts paid off.

Boy, was I ever shocked and stoked! Me! An Avon Addict! I mean, I didn't need the 'official' title to be an addict, because let's face it, I am regardless, but it was an honor to be the first batch of Avon Addicts.  I was able to be part of some neat things- I got ARC's before they were released to the general public, I got extra copies of books for giveaways and spreading the word...what more could I want? Well, besides a million dollars, that is. But, that wasn't what Avon Addicts was about. So, no million dollars from that end. Better luck next time! *Wink*

It had been an amazing experience. i met some new friends, was introduced to new authors, and had more chances to talk about something I adore- BOOKS!  Some of the swag prizes I received were so amazing and wonderful, especially one that came in my last package.

It pays off to spread the word. And it's not something I wasn't doing before. I love to give book recommendations. I love talking books in general, so this was an added benefit. I'm proud to have had the experience of being an Avon Addict, and it's nothing I will ever forget. Be sure that I will do my duty to help promote and support authors as long as I am physically able, and when I'm not, well, I'll still find a way. I'm that darn stubborn.


Now, I do have a giveaway for you. THREE print books. And do me a favor, if you win, and already have these? Spread the word, give them out, in a true Avon Addict fashion. :)



So, one lucky commenter gets these three books. Please, US residents only. (Sorry! No offense to anyone else, I promise!)

Comment Prompt: How do you spread the word about books and authors you love?





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26 comments:

  1. Kim in BaltimoreDecember 16, 2012 at 1:09 AM

    Aloha, Storm Goddess! Just hopping over to support my fellow Avon Addict!

    By chance are you related to Pele, the Volcano Goddess in Hawaii?!?

    I spread the word of my favorite Avon authors via Twitter!

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    1. NikkiDecember 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM

      Thanks for stopping by!

      I have a distant relation to Pele....hehe....oh, say second cousins! LOL

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  2. UnknownDecember 16, 2012 at 8:27 AM

    I write a review on my blog. marlenebreakfield(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. NikkiDecember 16, 2012 at 12:06 PM

      Blogs are definitely becoming more popular! Thanks for stopping by!

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  3. Ann: Romancing the ReadersDecember 16, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    I just stopped by to support a fellow Avon Addict!!! Great job!

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  4. Brandy DorschDecember 16, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Just stopping by to show my support to a Sister Addict!!

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  5. Harlie WilliamsDecember 16, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    Sadly, I have never made it as an Avon Addict. Congratulations Storm Goddess.

    Great books, too.

    Marika/Harlie
    maw1725@gmail.com

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    1. NikkiDecember 16, 2012 at 12:07 PM

      Keep trying! Don't give up. Thanks for stopping by :)

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  6. ConnieDecember 16, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Congratulations on making it to become an Avon Addict. I'm still at the "Avon Addict Wannna Be" stage but have my fingers crossed to get there one day.

    I love to comment on lots of blog and I am always excited when someone asks if I have a favorite book or author or what I'm reading, etc. It gives me a chance to tell others about authors and books that I like. I have several authors that I think of as very good friends and I email and chat with them often. I have also been asked by them to read and comment on an ARC they have. This is a honor and a privilege! I make a point of documenting every book I read by putting them on Goodreads along with a review. I feel that if an author worked hard writing a novel, they deserve to have a review written. In addition, I post comments on Facebook and Twitter.

    Again, congratulations on your Avon Addict success. You're obviously doing something right! All the best!

    Connie Fischer
    conniecape@aol.com

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    1. NikkiDecember 16, 2012 at 12:09 PM

      It's a great feeling, isn't it Connie? The little thing we do by talking about books we love and sharing our favorite authors means so much to them. It's wonderful. Thanks for commenting!

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  7. Bridget KeownDecember 16, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    Swinging by to support a Sister Addict! Lovely blog post and I couldn't agree more about promoting and supporting authors :)

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  8. Raonaid LuckwellDecember 16, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Never knew you could become an Addict. Though that is awesome that they choose people
    and the goodies that they send each one!
    Raonaid at gmail dot com

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    1. NikkiDecember 16, 2012 at 4:29 PM

      Yep, Rao. Every six months they pick a new batch. When the next time comes around, I'll be sure to send you a link to apply :)

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  9. Elizabeth H.December 16, 2012 at 3:44 PM

    Congrats on becoming an Avon Addict! I applied and even though I wasn't chosen, I'm an Avon Addict at heart!! I spread the word by using social media networks on Facebook, Twitter, Goodreads, Pinterest, and Google +.

    Thanks for the chance to win these lovely books!

    ehaney578 at AOL dot com

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    1. NikkiDecember 16, 2012 at 4:29 PM

      Avon Addict at heart...Love it! :)

      Thanks for stopping by!

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  10. Ann S.December 16, 2012 at 5:39 PM

    When I read a great book I always tell my friends and coworkers about it. It is great to hear that someone loved a book you recommended. It is also wonderful to find a new author from a friend.

    Ann(dot)sheiring(at)gmail(dot)com

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  11. UnknownDecember 16, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    I spread the word by sharing it on any social media netowrk I belong to. As well as telling anyone I can about the books! People are forever asking me whats the new news in books today! I am not the greatest at writing a review but I can sure talk about a book! lol

    fantasy_angel381@yahoo.com

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  12. UnknownDecember 16, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    I'm constantly talking up books I love -- I'm *that* woman at the bookstore or check out line saying, "Oh, have you read...." I also love goodreads as a way to share the love. I use tumblr a lot too (and facebook and twitter too of course).

    And my blog: http://polishedbookworm.com !

    Great book giveaways -- I haven't read yet! Woot!

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  13. kiphaDecember 16, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    I to sadly didn't make it but there's always next time!!! I love to spread my love of Avon authors and books by liking and commenting on their blogs and other blogs to spread my love of them.


    kp_kazamei(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  14. donnasDecember 16, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    Word of mouth, GoodReads, Amazon and blog posts with some tweeting thrown in.

    bacchus76 at myself dot com

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  15. jmcgaughDecember 16, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    I tell my friends about them.

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  16. Theresa Friel NewburyDecember 17, 2012 at 10:05 PM

    I Tweet about it, post on Goodreads, Amazon, tell friends and comment here and there on blogs.

    brbalways(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  17. Kamla L.December 18, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    Goodreads, Facebook, Twitter, Google+, blog sites, ...and rant and rave in person to family, friends, and just about anyone whose ear I grab.

    kaladata2(AT)gmail(dot)com

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