Bertena Varney
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She has experience as a college adjunct professor, career center director, student activities coordinator, event planner,drug counselor, domestic violence counselor, youth counselor and book reviewer among many other things.
In her personal life she is a single mother of a son who is in college as well as in several bands. He is the joy of her life.
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She is also a fan of Harry Potter, vampires, crime shows, paranormal psychology, and cryptozoology.
She has experience as a college adjunct professor, career center director, student activities coordinator, event planner,drug counselor, domestic violence counselor, youth counselor and book reviewer among many other things.
In her personal life she is a single mother of a son who is in college as well as in several bands. He is the joy of her life.
Please visit her sites below to learn more about her, her interests, as well as visit her other columns.
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Review of the Annotated CarmillaA review of The Annotated Carmilla by David MacDowell Blue -
The Annotated Carmilla is on Sale NowSheridan LeFanu's Carmilla has been given new life in a brand new annotated version of the vampire classic. David MacDowell's Annotated Carmilla is now on sale and going on a virtual tour -
The Romance of Dracula is Going on Tour and Needs Reviewers and BloggersThe Romance of Dracula is going on tour and needs reviewers and bloggers -
All This and Family Too to Continue Fall Book Blog TourAll this and family too on blog tour now!! -
Phantom Lives by Elizabeth Loraine Goes on Her Virtual Blog Tour on MondayPhantom Lives by Elizabeth Loraine is available now! -
Book Tour for Song of Eidolons by Jessica McHugh Begins on MondayThe Song of Eidolons by Jessica McHugh begins her blog tour today with Mystical Book Blogs. She will be visiting several blogs throughout her tour. There will be interviews, reviews and guest blogs. -
The Hunt by Linell Jeppsen is on Tour NowLinell Jeppsen is on her first blog tour with her newest vampire book- The Hunt -
Outcast of the Dream World is Available NowToday we are showcasing Outcast of the Dream World by Sandra Chandler. Outcast is a new release from West Bow Press and is the first in the The Dream World Series. -
My Fearful Symmetry by Denise Verrico Blog BlitzDenise Verrico author of My Fearful Symmetry is hosting a one day blitz where you can visit the blogs and then go to Denise's blog and win prizes -
Fangs Rule: A Girl's Guide to Being a Vampire is on Tour NowFangs Rule: a girl's guide to being a vampire by Amy Mah is on tour now
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Bloodlines Book Release Party and Contest May 19thBloodlines by Elizabeth Loraine
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Marked Book Release Party Friday May the 13thMarked Book Release Party
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Chastity Bush Announces Release of TumbleweedsChastity Bush announces the release of her new erotic book,Tumbleweeds. -
Kat Graham Star of the Vampire Diaries to Be on "Mentor Chat Series" This TuesdayKat Graham, who plays the witch Bonnie on CW's vampire show The Vampire Diaries is going to be hosting a live online chat and will be speaking with E! Correspondant Michael Yo about what it takes to break into your dream career. -
Kane Hodder and Bill Moseley Coming to ScareFestLineups are being announced for the largest paranormal and horror conference in the US- ScareFest -
Melissa Dela Cruz Announced that 7th Blue Blood Book Will Be Final in This "lifecycle"Melissa dela Cruz's publisher, Disney-Hyperion has announced that the seventh Blue blood novel will be the and final of this "lifecycle". This unnamed book will be published Fall 2012. -
"Arthur" Creator Marc Brown to Appear at the Book Stall in Winnetka, Ill"Arthur" Creator Marc Brown to appear at The Book Stall in Winnetka -
Author and Educator Adam Gidwitz to Appear in Winnetka, IllOn Thursday, April 14th at 4:30 PM, The Book Stall at Chestnut Court is pleased to welcome author and educator Adam Gidwitz -
Join the Ghost Hunters for a Haunted WeekendSyfy's Ghost Hunters is scheduling a Haunted Getaway Weekend
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Search for the Lure of the Vampire is Looking for ContributorsTwitter ezine surrounding vampires is looking for articles
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New True Blood Twitter Ezine AvailableWant news about True Blood then follow me on Twitter at @tenavarney
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The UK Miskatonic Student Union is Planning Their Annual Gaming ConventionThe UK Miskatonic Student Union is planning their annual Gaming Convention
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Dead Reckoning Tour Dates Announced by Charlaine HarrisDead Reckoning Tour dates announced by Charlaine Harris
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Kate Hill's Mate Marks Cursed: Wild Woods is an Erotic Paranormal Novella that was Released Yesterday by Changeling PressKate Hill's Mate Marks Cursed: Wild Woods is an erotic paranormal novella that was released yesterday by Changeling Press.
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Boone Tavern Ghost Hunting Weekend is March 25th- Will You Be There?Ghost Chasers International will be hosting a Ghost Hunting Get a Way this next weekend, March 25th thru the 27th.
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Elvira to Be Guest at ScareFest Convention This FallScarefest Horror and Paranormal Convention has begun releasing their lists of stars that will be attending this year's convention.
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The Undead Heart by Tate Jackson is in the Top 5 Finalist in Worldwide ContestThe Undead Heart by Tate Jackson is in the top 5 finalist in worldwide contest
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Taylor Pace, Winchester Teen Who Has Provided Over 4,000 Bears to Children of Deployed Soldiers Needs Your Help NowTay Tay Buddy Bears brings a smile to children of deployed soldiers
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SYFY Being Human- "Wouldn't it Be Nice If We Were Human" ReviewSyFy Being Human
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Review of BBC's Being Human S3 E1- LiaSeries 3 Episode 1 review of BBC's hit show Being Human
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Alexander Skarsgard Being Replaced as Eric Northman?A rumor has spread throughout the internet about Alex being replaced. What other rumors have you heard and what comes to your imagination.
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Season 3 True Blood MarathonThe hottest vampire show on television will be replayed in a True Blood Marathon beginning Monday December 27th at 8:00pm EST. The marathon ends on December 30th.
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The Dark Prince ReviewThe Dark Prince, is as fast paced, mysterious, and adventurous as the first 2 books. It continues with the story of Katrina and the chosen five as they leave the old world and travel to America.
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The Protectors, Book 2 of the Royal Blood ChroniclesThe author, Elizabeth Loraine, provides the reader with family trees of each characters as well as their race.
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Review of Katrina the BeginningWhen I first began reading the book, I must be honest and say that I was thinking, " Okay here is a reverse Twilight with the girl being the vampire and the forbidden human lover a guy."
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Book Bloggers and Reviewers Needed for Vampire BooksMystical Events, Promotions and Party Planning is looking for bloggers and book reviewers to host their monthly book blog tours.
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Interview with Elizabeth Loraine Author of the Royal Blood ChroniclesThe Royal Blood Chronicles tell the story of Katrina and her sisters, the Protectors as she chronicles the journeys of Katrina, a young royal blooded vampire and the chosen leader of the Five
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Battle of the Fang Winner Announced- Vampire Bill ComptonThe Battle of the Fang- Team Bill vs. Team Eric Charity Grudge Match has announced that the winner is......the hot southern vampire- Bill Compton.
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Warm Up with 2 New Vampire Dvd's 'Vampire Sucks" and "Twilight Eclipse'What are your plans this weekend? Well, there are two different but similar vampire movies out on DVD this week- Vampires Suck and Twilight:Eclipse.
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A Harry Potter Yule Crystal Ball to Be Held in JanuaryI just received this wonderful invitation for this amazing Harry Potter Yule Crystal Ball in Ohio on January 22nd. So, I thought I would pass this information on to the readers.
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Vampire Story Title ContestThe book is now over and there is no title. Thus he decided to hold a contest to find the perfect and unique title to fit his vampire book.
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Mystical Paranormal Fair This SaturdayCome to a place where you will be surrounded by a nurturing atmosphere as you learn about the many topics of the mystical and paranormal. While you are here you can explore what these Masters can teach you and how they can serve you
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The Royal Blood Chronicles Tours Contest News is HereThe Royal Blood Chronicles by Elizabeth Loraine is a 4 book (as of now) series that tells the story of the world of The Protectors.
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Join the Royal Blood Chronicles Blog Tour in DecemberThe Royal Blood Chronicles Book Tour is a month long journey through the internet with bloggers, reviewers, and fans of the young adult historical vampire book series,
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Laney, Book 1 of the Brookhaven Vampire Series by Joann I. Martin SowlesLaney, Book 1 of The Brookhaven Vampire Series by Joann I. Martin Sowles is a young adult vampire novel that exceeds any expectation for young adult novels today.
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His to Possess by Su Halfwerk is a 2011 Epic Awards NomineeSu Halfwerk' s, His to Possess, is a finalist in the 2011 EPIC Awards Competition" Paranormal Romance category. The book's trailer was popular on You Got Reads Blog and won first place.
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Book Trailer for the Greyfriar Vampire Empire, Book 1 is UpLast week I gave a synopsis of a book that is in my "To Be Reviewed Pile", The Greyfair, Vampire Empire Book 1 by Clay and Susan Griffith. I was excited to see in my inbox the new Book Trailer for the book.
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The Vampire Diaries Season 2 DVD is Now Available for Preorder from Amazon.ComThe Vampire Diaries Season 2 DVD is now available for pre order from Amazon.com.
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Top 5 Reasons Why You Need Hypnotherapy from Balance LifeMargalena Walker, owner and hypnotherapist at Balanced Life Massage Therapy Clinic and Hypnosis Center shared with me the Top 5 reasons to get hypnotherapy.
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Help Canadian College Student with Her Research on True Blood by Answering a 10 Question SurveyI was happy to see True-Blood.net helping Ashley, a college student from McMaster University in Ontario, Canada with her academic research relating to True Blood.
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Buffy Memorabilia on Display in Museum in British MuseumHow many of you all are fans of the vampire hit show, Buffy the Vampire Slayer. I thought that I was until I saw this article in an on line newspaper for the Weston are of England.
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The Shaodw Fey by J. T. MarieThe Paranormal Showcase of the Day is The Shadow Fey by J.T. Marie.
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November's Mystical Paranormal Fair is This Saturday, November 20thThe Mystical Paranormal Fair will be this Saturday November 20th at 835 Porter Place in Lexington, KY. It will begin at 10:00am and will end at 5:00pm.
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What Are Chakras?? Chakras are seven energy centers in your body where energy flows through. They begin at the top of the head and end at the base of the spine. The energy flows upward through the spine and out the top of your head.
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3 Books by Brenda Novak that Are " Must Reads"Brenda Novak has 3 books that are on my "Must Read List"
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Hypnobirthing Classes Starting January 11Hypnobirthing is a new technique that allows the mother and child to bond after birth without the affects of medication.
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The Greyfriar Vampire Empire, Book 1 by Clay & Susan GriffithI just received an awesome press release from Prometheus Books. The Greyfriar Vampire Empire Book 1 by Clay and Susan Griffith has been sent to me for review.
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People's Choice- Twilight: Eclipse, Vampire Diareis, True Blood and Let Me InThe People's Choice Award announced their nominations and to no one's surprise 11 out of the 44 categories have nominations that are actors who play vampires, vampire television shows and vampire movies.
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Intuitive Connections Will Be Holding a Reiki Level I Class Om November 21stIntuitive Connections will be holding a Reiki Level I class om November 21st from 10 am -5pm.
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Patriot Secrets: An Historical Romance by Jerri HinesJerri Hines' Patriot Secrets, a Massachusetts historical romance writer is the showcase author for today.
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I-play Just Announced Today News About a New PC Game Based Upon Charlaine Harris' Popular Sookie Stackhouse Book SeriesI-play just announced today news about a new PC game based upon Charlaine Harris' popular Sookie Stackhouse Book Series.
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ScareFest RecapScareFest- Horror and Paranormal Convention in Lexington, KY
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ScareFest - Things to Know Before You GoScareFest is in 2 more DAYS!!! November 5th, 6th, and 7th.
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Midnight Son- an Indie Vampire FilmI just heard about this new indie vampire film, Midnight Son.
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The Vampire in My Dreams by Terry Lee WildeThe Vampire..in My Dreams is a young adult book available from Samhain Publishing, one of my favorites in paranormal book publishing.
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Tuesday Showcase - the Banshee's Walk by Frank TuttleThe Banshee's Walk by Frank Tuttle is available now.
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In the Dark by P.G. ForteWhen you live forever, you're bound to make a few mistakes.
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Charmed Book SeriesEveryone remembers the WB/CW series, Charmed. The show was about 3 sister witches who came together to be the Charmed Ones or the Power of Three.
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Stephenie Meyer's Breaking Dawn Concert in Chicago, IllThese are pictures of the stage and of Stephenie Meyer discussing the Breaking Dawn Book as well as Justin Firstenfield from Blue October performing
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ScareFest Horror Guest List is UpNext weekend, November 5th -7th, ScareFest will be extending Halloween one more weekend. The largest international Horror and Paranormal Show will be taking place in Lexington, KY at the Lexington Convention Center.
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ScareFest Paranormal Guest List is Available NowThe ScareFest is the largest Horror and Paranormal Convention in the United States. It hosted by the Ghost Chasers International
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Robert Eugene Otto's Doll- the Real Chuckie the DollRobert Eugene Otto was given a doll by a voodoo priestess who was not pleased with his family. He was but a child and the doll looked just like him
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Heck Where the Bad Kids GoI recently found this book that looked very interesting. It is a kids book but with a pretty heavy and classic theme
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Zombies: A Record of the Year of InfectionZombies: A Record of the Year of Infection is a book published in 2009. It's looks like an interesting read.
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Love You Forever by Terry O'ReillyDerrick Fredricks didn't believe in love at first sight. He didn't think ghosts existed either, but that didn't keep either of those two things from happening to him -- he fell in love with Cooper Jennison the moment they met, and then he became a ghost.
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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow with a Hot TwistThe Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Deanna Wadsworth is a hot twist on an old Halloween favorite. Here is a summary and then an excerpt of the book:
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Abandoned Morality by J.A. LawsonAbandoned Mortality by J.A. Lawson is currently on sale at Coffee Time Romance for $1.59. You can go here to purchase the books.
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Salvation by Vivi DumasI found an interesting vampire book on sale at Coffee Time Romance. It's Salvation by Vivi Dumas
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Vote for the Sexiest Man on True BloodDuring the holiday season we are inundated with scary creatures and vampire are among the most popular at this time.
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Vote for the Sexiest Female on True BloodOk. We just did the Sexiest Man of True Blood and because we are all created equally then we are doing the Sexiest Women of True Blood.
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Vote for Your Favorite Season or True BloodWhile I am on the voting kick, how about we all vote for our favorite season of True Blood.
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Dream Walker by Jerri HinesDream Walker by Jerri Hines looks to be a very fascinating and intriguing paranormal mystery. Jerri is an author from Boston Massachusetts and writes both paranormal mysteries as well as historical romances.
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Edward Cullen, Damon Salvatore, and Eric Northman Are TV Guide's Sexiest BeastsTV Guide aired a special that listed the Sexiest Beast: Vampires, Werewolves, and Mutants. The winners ranged from Alex O:Loughlin, Kate Beckinsale, and Taylor Lautner, each range from a witch to a psychic then a werewolf.
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My Favorite 15 BAD Vampire MoviesWe have all watched those movies that are so disappointing and so bad but we have to keep watching them just because they are on television.
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My Top 20 Scariest MoviesIt's Halloween and time for scary movie marathons. Each year many of us grab our stack of DVD's, our bowl of popcorn and our friends and begin our travel into the dark world of scary movies.
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Top 5 Haunted Cities in the USIt's the Halloween Season and we all are looking for haunted places to go. I have compiled a list of the Top 5 Haunted Places in America. So, if you are ready to travel - jump on board and here we go.
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What is Your Favorite Witchy Movie?Harry Potter, PRactical Magic, The Wizard of Oz- which is your favorite
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My Top Vampire Television ShowsAs the Halloween approaches and it is acceptable for all of us to dress as our favorite monsters I began to think about my favorite vampires, whether it's television, movies or literary vampires I love vampires of all sorts.
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Review of Vampire Movie, BittenBitten, a 2008 movie is a dark comedic vampire movie that is unique in itself.
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Unlocking Your Intuition with TarotOn October 31st from 1-4pm, Intuitive Connections is offering a workshop titled, "Unlocking your Intuition with Tarot" at the office on 2121 Richmond Road Suite 221.
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True Blood Season 4 SpoilersThere are lots of news floating around about the upcoming season of HBO's vampire show, True Blood.
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2 Vampire Love at First Bite Cookbooks- Traditional and Twilight ThemedWhile searching for ideas for vampire themed food for the holiday I came across two very similar but different books.
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Make Sure to Catch Good and Evil: A Slightly Twisted Magic Show While in SalemWe have been covering things to do and places to see for this Halloween season. Today we are going to discuss a wonderful but twisted magic show- Good and Evil: A Slightly Twisted Magic Show.
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Mystical Blood Lust was a Huge Success with Vampires, Witches, and PsychicsThe Day of Mystical Blood Lust, this past Saturday in Lexington, KY was a huge success for the first year event. The day began with the authors, speakers, and vendors coming in to set up their area
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Review of Halloween FantasiesYesterday we spoke with Katie Salids the author of several paranormal romance books including her newest and holiday themed, Halloween Fantasies.
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Review of the Vampire Sonnets by David Nelson BradsherThe story of Tristan Grey, a 19th Century Londoner, who is seduced and turned by Lady Nina, leader of the Chelsea Clan
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Interview with Katie Salidas, Author of Halloween FantasiesToday we are doing an interview with erotic vampire author Katie Salidas. She is the author of Halloween themed book, Halloween Fantasies.
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Scream 2010 Went to the Vampires True Blood and TwilightThe 2010 Scream Awards was full of vampires this year. Whether it was True Blood, Vampire Diaries, or Twilight, vampires were the hit of the awards show.
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Vampire Fang Pendants Available at Ohm Sweet OhmWhile attending the Mystical Paranormal Festival in Lexington, Ky this past weekend I met a wonderful vendor there- Ohm Sweet Ohm.
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Review of Dracula 3000While looking through the 31 Days of Halloween on SyFy this weekend I came across a lot of my favorite vampire and horror movies as well as some that I have been meaning to watch.
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Learn How to Read Your Akashic RecordsThe Akashic Records are a record of your every occurring thought, word, and deed which are stored in the etheric levels.
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Supernatural's Live Free or Twi Hard - Dean Becomes a Vampire This FridayThis Friday on CWs hit show Supernatural we will see the hot Dean Winchester turn into an even hotter creature- a vampire during the episode- Live Free or Twi- Hard
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Lynda Hilburn Author of the Vampire Shrink is Giving Away a Kindle to a Lucky ReaderLynda Hilburn, paranormal author of the wonderful vampire series, The Vampire Shrink, is giving away a kindle on her Paranormality Universe Blog.
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Interview with David Nelson Bradsher, Author of the Vampire SonnetsToday I would like to welcome author, David Nelson Bradsher, the author of the new vampire book, Vampire Sonnets.
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Final Agenda Announced for a Day of Mystical Blood LustThis Saturday, October 23rd is the Day of Mystical Blood Lust. It's Lexington's only Halloween Ball and Workshop event.
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A Review of a Halloween to Remember by Roxanne RhoadsA Halloween to Remember is the second book by Roxanne Rhoads that I have had the pleasure to review.
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A Taste of True Blood: The Fangbanger's GuideA Taste of True Blood: The Fangbanger's Guide is a wonderful guide for fans of the hit HBO vampire show,
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2011 Men of True Blood Calendar AvailableHBO has announced that they will be releasing a 2011 Men of True Blood Calendar for next year.
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Season 3 of True Blood is Available for Preorder on Amazon.ComTrue Blood Season 3 is now available from Amazon.com for pre order on both DVD and Blu-ray formats.
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True Blood is #5 in TV Guide's Best Opening CreditsTV Guide has named True Blood as number 5 in their article, " TV's Top Opening Credits".
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Vampires Suck Out on Blu-ray and DVD on November 30th.Vampires Suck, the parody to the hit vampire movie,Twilight is due out on Blu-ray and DVD on November 30th.
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True Blood Author, Charlaine Harris Has Harper Connelly Series Picked Up by CBSOur wonderful author of the True Blood Series, Charlaine Harris has just announced that another one of her books is being optioned as a televisions show on CBS
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A Visitor's Guide to Mystic Falls from Smart Pop Books is Available NowA Visitor's Guide to Mystic Falls is a anthology of articles from writers from around the world. It is edited by Red and Vee from Vampire-Diaries.net.
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Vampire Diaries Soundtrack is Released Today, October 12thThe soundtrack for the WB hit vampire show, Vampire Diaries was released today.
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The Simpson's Treehouse of Horror Episode to Parody Twilight with the Voice of Harry PotterThe Simpson's Annual "Treehouse of Horror" episode will feature 3 short stories with one of particular interest.
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Great Homeschooling IdeasOne of the best thing about homeschooling is that you are not confined to just your home or school but can allow the student to explore his or her talents and interests.
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True Blood and Vampire Diaries Among EW's Spookiest Shows on TV ListEW just released its "Spookiest Shows on Television List" and surprise I watch all but one- because the one hasn't been released until Halloween and is on my "To Be Watched List"
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Dying Night by D. Scott MeeksDying Light by D. Scott Meek is a new action packed science fiction vampire book set in the 25th century. It tells the story of how the United States reacts after a blood virus attacks
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Ghost Appreciation MonthBoth of these events were such a hit that he decided to save the spookiest creatures for the spookiest month, thus Ghost Appreciation Month has been named for October.
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Winner of Name the Video Contest for a Day of Mystical Blood Lust AnnouncedLast month, the A Day of Mystical Blood List announced a contest to win tickets to the event. The winner was to name all the movies in the wonder video created by David Blue.
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The Final Agenda for a Day of Mystical Blood LustThe final agenda for A Day of Mystical Blood Lust is here. The Halloween event in Lexington, KY on October 23rd.
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Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Will Be in 2D Not 3DA statement from Warner Bros. regarding "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows '" Part 1 was released this afternoon.
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NBC to Remake 1960's Show the MunstersBryan Fuller from Dead Like Me and famed Director Guillermo del Toro are rumored to be the new brains behind the NBC remake of the 1960's comedy monster television show, The Munsters.
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Monique Marie's Prince Eternal's Sacred SoulThe spotlight author this week is Monique Marie. She is an adult vampire author who lives in South Carolina with her family.
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Monique Marie's Prince Eternal's Sacred BloodHere is the spotlight for Monique Marie's second book of the Prince Eternal series, Sacred Blood
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CSI: Blood Moon Episode RecapWell, it is interesting how vampires are spilling into every part of pop culture.
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The Twilight Saga: Eclipse DVD Release Date is Set for December 4thAmazon.com hasThe Twilight Saga: Eclipse on pre-order and is set for deliver to the US on December 4th and the U.K. on December 6th
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Misguided Angel, the Fifth Book in the Blue Bloods to Be Released October 26thMelissa de la Cruz's Misguided Angel is due to fall gracefully into bookstores on October 26th.
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Depp and Burton's Remake of Dark Shadows is Set to Film in FebruaryThere has been talk for a long time about Johnny Depp taking up the role of the dark and sexy vampire Barnabus Collins.
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The Vampire Book: The Encyclopedia of the Undead ReviewThe Vampire Book: The Encyclopedia of the Undead by J. Gordon Melton, Ph.D is the most inclusive, up to date, and thorough resource book for both academians and fans.
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Attend the Festival of the Dead While in SalemThe first event is the Festival of the Dead hosted by Christian Day and the Witches of Salem
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Show George Romero Your Inner Zombie - ScareFest's New Photo ContestScareFest is opening up a new contest for our online fans. One contest, two categories = 2 winners!
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The Mystical Paranormal Fair is Looking for Masters for Its October EventThe October Mystical Paranormal Fair is looking for a few readers for this month's fair.
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True Blood Nominated for Several Scream 2010 AwardsThis year's 2010 Scream Awards has True Blood taking a bite of of multiple categories.
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HBOs True Blood Rumored to Be Made into a MovieThe internet is swarming with rumors that the HBO's vampire hit show, True Blood will be made into a movie after the fourth or fifth season. But are these rumors true?
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HBO's True Blood Season Finale RecapWhen HBO aired their True Blood's Season 3 Finale there were thousands of fans watching and tweeting as the show was going.
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Monique Marie's Prine Eternal- Sacred SoulThe spotlight author this week is Monique Marie. She is an adult vampire author who lives in South Carolina with her family.
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Winners of the No Mercy Contest by Sherrilyn KenyonLast month my Lexington Vampire Examiner page, my National Paranormal Literature Examiner page, and my Associated Content page, I ran a contest for Sherrilyn Kenyon fans to tell me where their Sanctuary from the world is.
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Planning a Book Concert for Your Next School Field TripA field trip that most people would never think of is a book concert. A book concert is simply a huge book reading and signing with the author's favorite musical muses there to sing the songs that inspired them as they wrote the book.
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CSI is Battling Vampires and Werewolves Tomorrow NightWe can all agree that there is a huge vampire and werewolf craze at this time. Well, CBS's crime show, CSI: Crime Scene Investigators is
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Great School Fundraising IdeasOne spring, a group of my students wanted to take an trip to New Orleans for a conference on pop culture. The school said that this was ok but they would only match what we raised.
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Things to Do in Salem - the Haunted Happenings ParadeSalem embraces their reputation as being the Witch City especially at Halloween. The festivities begins on October 1st and ends on October 31st. It is the best place to be during the Halloween season.
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Is Sesame Street Going Too Far with True Blood Parody- True Mud?Sesame Street has created a parody for its show entitled, True Mud. Can anyone guess what show that parodies. Well, if you are over eighteen it wouldn't be too hard.
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Sign This Petition to Save the GatesAfter Sunday's season finale of The Gates the internet has been a buzz with rumors of the show possibly being canceled.
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Nashville Comic Con is This WeekendIf you are looking for some fun to do this weekend in Nashville and love Comic Books and cult films then the Nashville Comic Con is where you want to be.
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Dining While on Your Halloween Trip to SalemPlanning your dining for your Halloween trip to Salem is dependent upon if you are adventurous or very conservative in your taste...Greek, Italian, Mediterranean, sea food, and lots of
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The Sookie Stackhouse Companion is Due to Be Released February 2011But, Charlaine's world of vampires, witches, fairies, werewolves, and shapeshifters have entered the homes of millions of people either through the books or the television show.
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Blood Sucking Facelift is Available Now- What Would You to Look Younger?a new procedure nicknamed the "vampire facelift", using your own blood to make your face look years younger. It's proper name is the Selphyl procedure.
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Review of the Royal Blood Chronicles by Elizabeth LoraineWhen I first began reading the book, I must be honest and say that I was thinking, " Okay here is a reverse Twilight with the girl being the vampire and the forbidden human lover a guy."
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The 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games and Cincinnati Reds Baseball Are Teaming Up to Offer Fans a Fun EventThe 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games and Cincinnati Reds Baseball are teaming up to offer fans, visitors, and 2010 Games participants a special opportunity to enjoy Reds baseball during the 2010 Games.
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Banned Book Week is September 25th- October2ndMany of these books are ones that we read every day- Twilight, To Kill a Mockingbird, and Catcher in the Rye. In the last 9 years there have been a challenge to 4,312 books by parents, teachers, and school administrators.
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Twelve by Jasper KentAn historical supernatural novel that brings the violent vampires back for the men to enjoy
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Kelly McGillis to Star in New Vampire Movie, Stake LandThis is the synopsis of the latest vampire movie, Stake Land created by Dark Sky Films. The movie was premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival and was a huge hit with the viewers.
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Upcoming Harry Potter Events in OhioI just received this information from a Harry Potter fan group in Ohio. It sounds like great fun!
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HBO's True Blood Rumored to Be Made into a MovieThe internet is swarming with rumors that the HBO's vampire hit show, True Blood will be made into a movie after the fourth or fifth season. But are these rumors true?
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Day Three Interview of Elizabeth Loraine, Author of the Royal Blood ChroniclesOkay here is the last day with Ms. Elizabeth Loraine. But remember to come back throughout the week to read my reviews on her three awesome books. So, here is the last part of the review.
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Planning Your Transportation to Salem for HalloweenMost people would think that this would come down to car of plane but there is a lot more to your thinking when you are planning your trip to Salem for Halloween.
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Vampire Academy to Be Optioned as a MovieThere is yet another teen vampire series that has been optioned by Preger Entertainment. Vampire Academy, written by Richelle Mead, is said to have been scripted and bought by the Preger Entertainment this past week.
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Dick and Jane and VampiresBut, now this generation is getting to mix the classics with the monsters in the Laura Marchesani book entitled Dick and Jane and Vampires.
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Paranormal Authors and Vendors to Be at a Day of Mystical Blood LustThe paranormal author and vendor list for A Day of Mystical Blood Lust has been announced. There will be a mixture of photographers, artists, psychics, and a table of awesome swag of authors that cannot attend the event.
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The Real Twilight: True Stories of Modern Day VampiresAccording to Arlene with such the quick rise of vampire fiction in pop culture, she wanted to research the real thing.
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Arlene Russo, Editor of Bite Me Magazine Does InterviewI then did a world wide search and found a vampire magazine entitled, " Bite Me" that is published in England.
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C.J. Ellisson Has Announced Vampire Vacation Release DateIn March I began reading a book by unpublished author, C.J. Ellisson titled, Vampire Vacation.
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Interview with Elizabeth Loraine Author of the Royal Blood Chronicles Part 2Today we return with the second half of our interview with Elizabeth Loraine, the author of The Royal Blood Chronicles. Here is where we left off:
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Interview with Elizabeth Loraine Author of the Royal Blood Chronicles Part 1Today we have with us, Elizabeth Loraine, the author of the Royal Blood Chronicles. The Royal Blood Chronicles tell the story of Katrina and her sisters, the Protectors.
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The Kentucky Book FairThe 2010 Kentucky Book Fair is scheduled for Saturday, November 13th at the Frankfort Convention Center in Frankfort, Ky. The event is free and is from 9:00am - 4:30pm.
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Paranormal Book Discussions to Be Held at Local Lexington Bookstores in OctoberWould you like to learn more about what is going to be at A Day of Mystical Blood Lust? Win tickets? Meet with the creators and have discussions about your favorite paranormal books?
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The Cowboy and the Vampire: A Darkly Romantic Mystery by Clark Hays and Kathleen McFall"He's a Little Bit Country. She's a Little Bit...Undead"
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Legacy of Ghosts, the Second Installment of the Amaranthine Series, to Be Released in OctoberLegacy of Ghosts, the second installment of the Amaranthine series by Joleene Naylor, to be released in October.
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Ghosthunting Kentucky by Patti Starr is Available NowGhosthunting Kentucky by Lexington, paranormal expert Patti Starr is available now. According to her website, these are a collection of stories that she has collected over her years of ghosthunting.
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Lucifer's Daughter by Eve LanglaisLucifer's Daughter by Eve Langlais is a new ebook to be released on August 9th with Liquid Silver Books.
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Violette Reid Announces Release of Angel Crush in 2011Angel Crush is a modern thriller that brings to life the lore of antiquity and challenges the limits of love.
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Passions Bite by Chastity Bush Due to Be Released March 2011The author of A Taste of Terror and The Guarding of Eden has a new paranormal romance due out in March 2011. It is titled Passions Bite.
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In Other Worlds by Sherrilyn KenyonSherrilyn Kenyon, the author of the Dark -Hunters, The League, Lords of Avalon, BAD Agency and the Chronicles of Nick series, has just released In Other Worlds
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Hotel and Accommodations for Your Halloween Trip to SalemHotels and accommodations in Salem during Halloween can range from a haunted hotel, luxury hotel, bed and breakfast, and simple hotel outside of town.
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Planning a Halloween Trip to Salem MassachusettsTips and tricks to planning a trip to Salem for Halloween
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Manhattan Short Film FestivalSeptember 26th thru October 3rd there will be over 100,000 people in over 200 cities participating in their local cinemas, galleries and cafes to view and vote on the finalist films for the 2010 Manhattan Short Festival.
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Would You like to Be Part of the Thriller Parade?When you think of Halloween, is one of the first thng that pops to your mind is Michael Jackson's Thriller?
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Top 5 Haunted Houses in KentuckyIt's that time of year- haunted houses, monsters, vampires, Halloween events and lots more grizzly things in the air.
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Fear Fair Haunted House is Going to Be the Best Ever This YearFear Fair, a premiere haunted house in Seymour, Indiana is now open for the Halloween season.
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Louisville International Film FestivalThe Louisville International Film Festival will be taking place this year on Thursday, September 20th thru Sunday, October 3rd.
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Louisville Area Skeptics Present: The Real-Life X-FilesThe Louisville Area Skeptics are hosting a lecture and workshop series titled, " Reflections on a Decade of Paranormal Investigations
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ScareFest Has Chosen the Couple for the Undead WeddingThe ScareFest Crew has chosen the couple for the Undead Wedding. They are Candice Webb and Josh Logan from Lexington, KY.
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Half Price Books and Joseph Beth's to Give Away Free Tickets to a Day of Mystical Blood LustWould you like to learn more about what is going to be at A Day of Mystical Blood Lust? Win tickets? Meet with the creators and have discussions about your favorite paranormal books?
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Name the Movie Video Contest for Free Tickets to a Day of Mystical Blood LustThanks to David Blue, the Day of Mystical Blood Lust has a great promotional video for its event. The video features clips from numerous supernatural movies as well as The Postmarks song, "No one said this would be easy.
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The Mystical Paranormal Fair is Scheduled for Saturday September 25thThe September Mystical Paranormal Fair is scheduled for Saturday, September 25th at the Ghost Hunter Shop, 835 Porter Place, Lexington, KY. It's also the home for Ghost Hunter's International and ScareFest.
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Scarefest to Have Undead Wedding This YearAccording to the Scare Fest newsletter, Chip Coffey of the popular, A and E Show, Psychic Kids and Paranormal State will be performing the Undead Wedding on Friday night, November 5th at ScareFest.
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Win a FREE Copy of No Mercy by Sherrilyn KenyonAre you a fan of Sherrilyn Kenyon and her Dark Hunter Series? Then you are well aware that the 19th book in the series, entitled No Mercy, was released on September 7th.
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Contest for Free Tickets to a Day of Mystical Blood LustSo, after watching this video how many of you would like to win a FREE ticket to the event? Here is how you can do this. Simply list all 17 movies that were used in this video.
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Mothman Festival Coming This MonthThe 2010 Mothman Festival will be held this year on Saturday September 18th and Sunday September 18th in Downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia.
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Vampire Dance Trailer is AvailableA new mini movie entitled, Vampire Dance is being released by Dead Rabbit Films.
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Celebrate Bella's Birthday at a Theater with the Re Release of Twilight Saga: EclipseSummit Entertainment is continuing to feed the teen need for Twilight, Edward, Jacob, and Bella by re releasing Twilight Saga: Eclipse to local theaters to help celebrate Bella's birthday. This is just great promoting on their part.
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Little Red and the Wolf Released September 7th"Little Red and the Wolf" by Alison Paige is a book with a modern twist to the Little Red Riding Hood story. It is now available at Samhain Publishing.
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Ghosthunting Kentucky by Patti Starr is Available NowGhosthunting Kentucky by Lexington, KY paranormal expert Patti Starr is available now. According to her website, these are a collection of stories that she has collected over her years of ghosthunting.
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2010 Central Kentucky Celtic Festival and Highland Games Are Coming Soon2010 Central Kentucky Celtic Festival and Highland Games are coming soon
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HBO's Countdown to True Blood's Season Finale Begins Sunday at 8:40pmThe third season finale of HBO's True Blood vampire series promises to be even more bloodier and sex filled than the other two.
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The Vampire Diaries Season 2 Returns Tomorrow, September 9th with the ReturnThe Vampire Diaries Season 2 returns tomorrow, September 9th with The Return.
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KY Women Writers Conference in Lexington, KY This WeekendKY Women Writers Conference in Lexington, KY this weekend
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Wolf Run Wildlife Refuge is Named as the Charity for a Day of Mystical Blood LustWolf Run has been chosen as the charity for A Day of Mystical Blood Lust
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Despicable Me Movie QuotesThe animated box office hit, Despicable Me, is a tale of a bad guy named Gru who is trying to make a comeback. When a young villain named Vector steals the pyramid, Gru and his friend, Dr. Nefario decide to follow Gru's dream and steal the moon.