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Tuesday, February 5, 2013

2-Year Blogoversary Celebration: Day Two ~ Dani Pettrey!!

Welcome back, Dani, and thank you for celebrating Christian Bookshelf Reviews' 2-Year Blogoversary with us! For those who aren't familiar with you and your books, will you tell us a little about yourself?

I am a wife, homeschooling mom and author. I feel so very blessed to write inspirational romantic suspense because it incorporates so many things I love--the thrill of adventure, nail-biting suspense, the deepening of one's faith and plenty of romance. I am a huge fan of dark chocolate, am always in search of the best iced mocha, and would love to one day own a little cottage on a remote stretch of beach. I live in Maryland with my husband and our two teenage daughters.

What is your new book, Shattered, about?

 When her prodigal brother Reef's return to Yancey, Alaska, is shattered by his arrest for murder, Piper McKenna is determined to protect him.

Deputy Landon Grainger loves the McKennas like family, but he's also sworn to find the truth. And he knows those closest to you have the power to deceive you the most. With his sheriff pushing for a quick conviction, some unexpected leads complicate the investigation, and pursuing the truth puts Landon's career in jeopardy.

When Piper launches her own investigation, Landon realizes he must protect her from herself--and whatever complications await as the two follow clues deep into Canada's rugged backcountry. Not only does their long friendship seem to be turning into something more, but this dangerous case is becoming deadlier with each step.

How did you come up with the title?

 It just fit.

What would you say is your most interesting writing quirk?

I write all my first drafts longhand.

What's your favorite party food? 

 Seven layer dip and chips.


Do you have a favorite birthday/party memory you'd like to share?

My husband and I recently celebrated our 20th. He surprised me with a weekend away at a historic inn that has special meaning to us, dinner at one of our favorite restaurants and a really fun day including visiting ComicCon (at least part of it), visiting bookstores, enjoying a good cup of coffee while overlooking the harbor, etc. It was a great weekend and a wonderful memory.

What are your top three favorite songs?

 Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison
Busted Heart by For King and Country
I Will Rise by Chris Tomlin

A few this-or-that questions:

Cake or Cupcakes? Either as long as they are chocolate :)

Tea or coffee? Coffee!

Cats or Dogs? Dogs.

Early bird or night owl? Night owl.

Facebook or Twitter? Tough call….if I had to choose…Facebook.

Thank you so much for being here! Is there anything else you’d like to tell readers and where can we find you on the web?

 Thank you so much for having me. I hope readers will enjoy Piper and Landon's journey. You can find me:
Website: www.danipettrey.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DaniPettrey
Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/danipettrey
Twitter: www.twitter.com/DaniPettrey

Giveaway!


Dani is giving away two copies of Shattered along with keepsake bookmarks! Enter via the Rafflecopter below for your chance to be one of the two winners! Open Internationally!!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

249 comments:

  1. Liz RFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:25 AM

    Great interview! That sounds like a wonderful way to celebrate your 20th, congrats!

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:07 PM

      Thanks, Liz! Glad you liked the interview. :)

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  2. heartsueRNFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:40 AM

    Beautiful site both visually and emotionally, nice to meet another Christian blogger. I just started my site about a month ago, its been more work then I would of thought. Love meeting other bloggers and seeing their blogs, that's the fun part. Have a good day, and God Bless!
    http://heartsue-bookreviews.blogspot.com/

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:32 PM

      Doesn't Melanie do a FABULOUS job! Best of luck with your blog too, Suzanne :)

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    2. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:40 PM

      Thank you, Suzanne! Blogging does require a lot of work, but it is so much fun - especially "meeting" fellow readers/bloggers. :) Thanks for commenting!

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  3. JanFebruary 5, 2013 at 4:49 AM

    Love, love, loved Shattered and Submerged. I only have the ebook of Shattered and would love to win the paper copy to go with my Submerged paper copy.
    I reviewed both books on my blog. :)
    godblessamerica.jan(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:33 PM

      Hi Jan,
      Thank you so much for your support and reviews of Submerged and Shattered! Appreciate you :)

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  4. mikiFebruary 5, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Thank you a lot for this international giveaway
    it's a new author to me but this post intrigued me^^

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:33 PM

      Hi Miki,

      Glad the post intrigued you. Best of luck in the drawing :)

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  5. Amy CFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:37 AM

    Shattered looks great!
    Happy 2 year blogoversary.
    amyc

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  6. Charity UFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    It's my newest favorite author! I did get to read Shattered already and loved it so much I want an extra copy to give a friend. :) Love your giveaways so far, Melanie, and it was a fun interview!

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:36 PM

      Oh, you are so sweet! Thrilled you enjoyed Shattered and the interview. Thanks for joining in the celebration. Melanie does such an amazing job with this blog. So happy she invited me to participate in her Blogoversary!

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    2. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:44 PM

      Thanks, Charity!! So glad you found the interview fun and are liking the giveaways so far! :)

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  7. Eli YantiFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:37 AM

    interesting and like the cover of the book :)

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:37 PM

      Thanks, Eli. I may be biased, but I think my publisher does an amazing job on my covers. Just AMAZING. Thanks for dropping by and reading the interview :)

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  8. LeahFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I haven't read these books yet. But they sure look and sound great!
    I would love to be entered to win!
    Thank you for the giveaway!
    dymesich(at)juno(dot)com

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:37 PM

      Hi Leah,

      So glad Submerged and Shattered sound intriguing to you :)

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  9. Vickie @Vickie's Kitchen and GardenFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    I love how your husband had the anniversary weekend for you -so sweet
    vickie

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  10. BurtonReview February 5, 2013 at 7:48 AM

    Hi Dani! Last year I attended a fun chat with Dani and a few other authors with Kim Sawyer & Olivia Newport, it was tons of fun! Her husband even made a fun cameo appearance.
    In your interview, I am only sad she chose dogs over cats, boo!

    I would love to win Shattered, then I could read her books back to back (my favorite way to read series books) =)

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:39 PM

      Hi Marie,
      So glad you enjoyed the video chat. That was so much fun :) Thanks for dropping by and celebrating with Melanie today. Best of luck in the giveaway!

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  11. BurtonReview February 5, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    PS Happy Blogiversary, Melanie!!

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  12. PattyFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    I read mostly historical fiction, so something surrent might be nice for a change!

    Patty

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:39 PM

      Hope you'll really enjoy Shattered if you win :) Thanks for dropping by.

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  13. JulieFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:46 AM

    Loved both of Dani's books and can't wait for the next one in the series! Great interview ladies! And Dani...mmmmm chocolate! I too am happy with either a cupcake or cake, but definitely need the chocolate.

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:39 PM

      Hi Julie,

      So glad you enjoyed Submerged and Shattered, and the interview. Yes..chocolate is the BEST :)

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    2. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:47 PM

      Thanks, Julie!! Glad you liked the interview! :)

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  14. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Shattered sounds like a great read (so does Submerged). Looking forward to reading both!
    I agree about the chocolate too- cake, cupcakes, doesn't matter as long as it's chocolate :-)
    Thanks for the opportunity to win!

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:41 PM

      Hi Amanda,

      Thanks so much for dropping by and celebrating with Melanie :) Hope you'll really enjoy Shattered if you win a copy in the giveaway! Okay, now I'm craving chocolate....thankfully, I always have some on hand :)

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  15. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 10:05 AM

    I absolutely loved both Submerged and Shattered!
    Thanks for the giveaway! :)

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  16. Geo LibrarianFebruary 5, 2013 at 10:11 AM

    Sounds like an intense read!

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:42 PM

      Hi Heidi,

      Shattered's definitely an adventure :) One I hope you'll enjoy! Thanks for dropping by the celebration :)

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  17. EchoFebruary 5, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    I just finished reading Submerged! I absolutely loved it and I can't wait to read Shattered. Keep writing!!!
    PS - Phil. 4:8 is a great verse! :)

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:42 PM

      So thrilled to hear that, Echo. Thanks for your kind encouragement. Best of luck with the giveaway :)

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  18. Filia OktarinaFebruary 5, 2013 at 10:31 AM

    Happy Blogoversary Melanie! I am looking forward to celebrating all your fun posts!!
    Thanks for giveaway and making INT :)

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:42 PM

      Thanks so much for dropping by, Filia :)

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    2. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:48 PM

      Thanks, Filia! Hope you continue to enjoy the celebration posts! :)

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  19. Carl ScottFebruary 5, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    I love Alaska as a setting for stories, it's such a unique place. Love Van Morrison too. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  20. LadetteFebruary 5, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    These books sound great! Happy Blogoversary and thanks for the interview and giveaway!

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  21. CathyFebruary 5, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    I'm looking forward to reading these books!
    Thanks for the giveaway and happy blogoversary Melanie!!

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  22. Andrew of DunedinFebruary 5, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    Your covers are very eye-catching (which is pretty much their job ...) Draws me in. (ditto!) Looking forward to checking out the WORDS now!
    p.s. happy anniversary, Melanie (and Melanie's blog!)
    KuligowskiAndrew (at) gmail (daht) com

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:44 PM

      Thanks, Andrew. So thankful to have such an amazing publisher with such a talented cover art department. Hope you'll enjoy Submerged and Shattered. Blessings!

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    2. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:54 PM

      Thank you, Andrew! Completely agree - the covers are very eye-catching! :) Thanks for commenting!

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  23. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Dani is a new author to me. Looks like a great book. I love seven layer dip too!
    Happy blogoversary Melanie!
    marypopmom (at) yahoo (dot) com

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:44 PM

      Thanks, Mary!

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    2. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:55 PM

      Book one (Submerged) was great and I think Shattered will be too. :) Thanks for stopping by, Mary!! :)

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  24. NanceeFebruary 5, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    I enjoyed your interview with Dani, and would love to be entered in your contest to win a copy of Shattered. Thank you for the opportunity! Happy Anniversary!!!

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:44 PM

      So glad you enjoyed the interview, Nancee. Best of luck in the giveaway!

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    2. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:56 PM

      Thank you, Nancee! :)

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  25. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    Wow sounds like a great book to read. Dani sounds like someone who I would enjoy chatting with - I mean, chocolate, coffee, dogs and nightowl plus author must be a great recipe

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:59 PM

      I haven't read Shattered yet, but book one (Submerged) was fantastic! Hope you enjoy them. :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:36 PM

      Thanks, Retha. Definitely sounds like we share a lot of 'likes' :)

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  26. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    I would like to thank you so much for this fantastic giveaway and also i would like to wish you a very happy anaversary!! x

    Email: lfountain1(at)hotmail(dot)co(dot)uk

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  27. Renee (BlacknGoldGirlsBookSpot)February 5, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Happy 2 Years Melanie! You have a great blog!
    Dani- I loved Submerged and I was delayed a bit in starting Shattered but I already know it's going to rock! Congrats on your 20th anniversary, I'm jealous that you got to go to Comic Con.

    xoxo,
    Renee C.

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:01 PM

      Thanks, Renee! You have a great blog, too! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:38 PM

      Thanks, Renee! Yep. Comic Con was so fun. First time we'd ever been.

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  28. JudyFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    A great interview with Dani. I would love to be entered in your contest to win a copy of Shattered. I have her book Submerged and would like to add Shattered to my collection!
    Happy blogoversary Melanie!
    Blessings!
    Judy
    judyjohn2004(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:02 PM

      Thank you, Judy! So happy you enjoyed the interview! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:38 PM

      So glad you enjoyed the interview, Judy :)

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  29. MeghanFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Congrats and thanks for the giveaway! I love those book covers!
    mestith@gmail.com

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  30. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    Thank you for the giveaway - and the interview! :)
    I would love to read Shattered. :)

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:04 PM

      You're welcome! Thanks for commenting! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:39 PM

      Thanks, Mallen. So glad you enjoyed the interview. Love your name, btw :) Very unique and cool!

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  31. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway. I love the covers!

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  32. ASC Book ReviewsFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    OH I'm SO happy you are giving this away! I have seen these books for a while now, and they look very intriguing. This isn't usually something I read though. Maybe I'll be genre branching out soon LOL! :)

    Amada (pronounced: a.m.a.th.a)

    amada_chavez{AT}yahoo{DOT}com

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:06 PM

      Romantic Suspense is one of my favorite genres - hope you enjoy Shattered if/when you read it! Book one (Submerged) was great! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:40 PM

      Thanks, Amanda. Hope you enjoy trying a new genre and enjoy Shattered if you get a chance to read it :)

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  33. Alice MFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Hi sorry it took so long to get here! Trying to visit all these great blogs from Book Blogs, is taking some time, but fun!! Finding new books to read everyday!!!

    Alice

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  34. SaraFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    I've heard such good things about these books, but haven't gotten around to reading them! Thanks for the giveaway and happy blogoversary. :)

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:08 PM

      Thanks, Sara! :) Hope you enjoy the books when you read them. :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:40 PM

      Thanks, Sara. So glad you've heard good things. That's always nice to hear :)

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  35. Sarah Rebekah RichmondFebruary 5, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    I would love to win!!!
    Thanks for the giveaway and God Bless!!!
    Sarah Richmond
    sarahrichmond.12@gmail.com

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  36. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:28 PM

    I love Dani Petry. This interview was cool. I love seven layer dip, Chris Tomlin, coffee, dogs, being a night owl, and I'd choose Facebook over Twitter. Thanks for sharing.

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:10 PM

      Glad you liked the interview! Thanks for visiting! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:41 PM

      Hi Leah,

      Sounds like we have a ton in common! Thanks so much for dropping by :)

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  37. Jasmine A.February 5, 2013 at 1:28 PM

    What nice cover! I am from Montana but I absolutely love to read books about/in Alaska!
    Jasmine A.
    montanamade(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:11 PM

      I love to read books about/in Alaska too! Thanks for commenting! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:42 PM

      Hi Jasmine,

      Thanks so much. I've had a blast writing these books set in Alaska. Such an incredible state :)

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  38. Samantha TFebruary 5, 2013 at 1:57 PM

    Thanks for giveaway!

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  39. Deborah DFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  40. SarahFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:35 PM

    Dani Pettrey is one of my new favorite authors. I would love to win a copy of Shattered. Thanks. And happy blogoversary. :)
    superstarsarah94(at)gmail(dot)com

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  41. KayMFebruary 5, 2013 at 2:40 PM

    Thanks for the interview and giveaway. Alaska is one of my favorite places and I frequently read and enjoy inspirational romantic suspense, so I would love to read this book.
    may_dayzee(at)yahoo(dot)com

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:26 PM

      You're welcome! I so want to visit Alaska. :) Hope you enjoy Shattered. :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:43 PM

      Thanks, Kay. So glad you enjoyed the interview. Alaska is so amazing. I've loved being able to set my stories there :)

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  42. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2013 at 3:26 PM

    Sounds like a good book. Thanks for the giveaway.
    Katie J (johnsonk133[at]yahoo[dot]com

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  43. Susan F.February 5, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    I have yet to read one of Dani's books. Look forward to it. Thanks for the chance to win one. Happy Blogoversary!!

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:28 PM

      Thanks, Susan! I hope you get to read her books soon! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:44 PM

      Thanks so much for dropping by, Susan. Hope you'll get a chance to read Submerged/Shattered :)

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  44. Sharon RichmondFebruary 5, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Enter me this book looks great!!
    Sharon Richmond
    Blanch, NC.
    sharonruth126@gmail.com

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  45. GaniseFebruary 5, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    Would LOVE to win this book!! Thanks for the giveaway and the interview. (PS: Dani, I really like London and Piper's soundtrack on your website. Have played some of the songs several times.)

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:31 PM

      Thanks for stopping by, Ganise!! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:44 PM

      Waving hi, Ganise :) Thanks so much for dropping by. So glad you enjoyed the interview and I love that you are enjoying the soundtrack! God bless.

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  46. Karen G.February 5, 2013 at 4:28 PM

    Would love to win and read Shattered. I read Submerged and loved it. Thank you for the giveaway.

    Karen G
    kmgervais(at)nycap(dot)rr(dot)com

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:32 PM

      So glad you loved Submerged - I did too! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:45 PM

      Hi Karen,

      Thrilled you enjoyed Submerged. Hope you'll love Shattered too when you get a chance to read it. Thanks so much for stopping by :)

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  47. Cindi AFebruary 5, 2013 at 4:39 PM

    Shattered looks like a book I'd enjoy.
    Please enter me in the contest to win a copy.

    Thanks!

    cindialtman(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:33 PM

      Hope you get the chance to read it soon. :) Thanks for visiting! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:45 PM

      Thanks, Cindi :)

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  48. MichelleFebruary 5, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    Great new author!!

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  49. JoJoFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:18 PM

    I am so excited to read shattered!!!!!

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:37 PM

      Me too! Can hardly wait to read Piper and Landon's story! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:46 PM

      Thanks, Jojos. Really hope you enjoy Shattered!

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  50. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 5:50 PM

    Awesome! I read Submerged and loved it. Thanks for the oppurtunity to win Shattered!!

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:39 PM

      You're welcome! Happy to hear you loved Submerged, too! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:46 PM

      So glad you enjoyed Submerged, Rebekah! Hope you'll really enjoy Shattered too :)

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  51. MarissaFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    I can't wait to read these books!!

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:40 PM

      Hope you get to read them soon! Thanks for commenting! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:46 PM

      Thanks, Marissa. Really hope you enjoy them :)

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  52. Kissed booksFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:43 PM

    Sounds like a good book! Hope to read it soon!

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    1. MelanieFebruary 5, 2013 at 7:48 PM

      I hope you get to. :) Thanks for stopping by! :)

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    2. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:47 PM

      Thanks, Salyna :) Hope you enjoy it!

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  53. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2013 at 8:46 PM

    Really looking forward to reading this. Good luck to all who enter. It's always fun to learn more about the authors I enjoy so much. Blessings, Susan Fryman

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  54. th4eachdayFebruary 5, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    Interesting interview, imagine writing your draft in longhand., wow. I would love a chance to win this giveaway.

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:47 PM

      So glad you enjoyed the interview. Thanks so much for stopping by :)

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  55. AndreaFebruary 5, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    I am excited to read this newest book by a great author. Thanks for the fun blogoversary event!

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  56. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2013 at 10:19 PM

    I would love to win Dani's book. I first met her at a FB video chat party. Was neat actually seeing and talking to her and watching her answer. Maxie

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:53 PM

      Hey Maxie! So glad you enjoyed the video chat. That was so much fun!

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  57. UnknownFebruary 5, 2013 at 10:35 PM

    I have really been looking forward to reading this book. Thanks for offering a free copy...it would be very exciting to win!

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:53 PM

      Thanks, Randi. Really hope you enjoy Shattered when you get the chance to read it :)

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  58. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    I would like to thank you for making this international giveaway, I read your summary about the book and the love story along with the suspense sounds really amazing... it seems like the charachters self monologue and the feelings are already shown in the review and I'd like to read more about it in the book :)

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:53 PM

      Thanks so much! Best of luck in the giveaway :)

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  59. lorlyn63February 6, 2013 at 8:58 AM

    I love romance and suspense novels and I have Dani's books on my to read list. This book sounds really good! I would enjoy winning the giveaway and thank you for the opportunity. I too love Chocolate more than I care to admit! Thank you for writing good Christian books and thanks for the great interview!

    Blessings!
    Lori

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:54 PM

      Thanks so much, Lori. So glad you enjoyed the interview!

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  60. Renee SFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    love that you still use longhand to write - rare to see handwriting these days.

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:55 PM

      Thanks, Renee. It's definitely more time-consuming, but it's the only way that works for me with the initial draft. Put me in front of a blank screen and my mind goes blank :D

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  61. Patricia MFebruary 6, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    Enjoyed the interview. Sounds like a wonderful read.

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 4:54 PM

      So glad you enjoyed the interview, Patricia! Thanks for stopping by :)

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  62. SusieqFebruary 6, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    I've been wanting to read Submerged since Sept. and was on the waiting list for the only copy in our State's Library system and then that copy got lost, so I've been saving to purchase my own copy..... Your books sound so intriguing, Dani ..... I hope to win this book so at least I can read one of your books. Thanks for the interview and the giveaway!

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 4:55 PM

      Oh, Susie, that's terrible. I hope your library gets another copy in, and best of luck in the giveaway! God bless.

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  63. KandraFebruary 6, 2013 at 2:51 PM

    I really enjoyed reading Submerged and winning Shattered would just be the icing on the (chocolate) cake!
    kandrajane at bellsouth dot net

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 4:56 PM

      Kandra,

      A girl after my own heart--using a chocolate analogy to describe winning Shattered. LOVE it!

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  64. danicapageFebruary 6, 2013 at 3:27 PM

    I loved Shattered and Submerged. They are such beautiful books. I always love getting to know authors better.

    Dani, I also love that you still use longhand to write. What a great interview.

    Thanks for sharing, Melanie and Dani.

    Melanie, I just realized we weren't friends on blogger yet, so I just rectified that. I always love meeting other Christian fiction fans.

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 6, 2013 at 4:57 PM

      Thanks so much, Danica. Thrilled you enjoyed Submerged and Shattered. And, so glad you enjoyed the interview. Melanie does such a great job. I was super excited I could celebrate her Blogoversary with her :)

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  65. RuthBFebruary 6, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Coffee & dogs! she sounds like my kind of girl :)
    It sounds like a good book!
    Thanks for the giveaway

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  66. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    It's nice to find an author using Canada as their scene. I would love to qualify for the book.
    Helen Morell-Bailey

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 7, 2013 at 4:33 PM

      Thanks, Helen. I really enjoyed researching British Columbia. Gorgeous area :)

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  67. DaleFebruary 6, 2013 at 11:11 PM

    Fun interview and your books sounds interesting.This Auusie would like to read about Canada.

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  68. CindyFebruary 7, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Book looks awesome!

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  69. JujubeFebruary 7, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Congratulations on your second blog anniversary, Melanie! I've been hearing a lot of great things about Dani Pettrey's books. Would love to read them!

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    1. Dani PettreyFebruary 7, 2013 at 4:34 PM

      So glad you're hearing good things, Jemimah :) Thanks for stopping by to celebrate with Melanie.

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  70. Charity UFebruary 7, 2013 at 3:14 PM

    Good book. I need to read "Submerged" but for now, I'd love to have another copy of this one!

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  71. AnonymousFebruary 7, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    Happy Blogaversary, Melanie! ;)
    Enjoyed the interview. I loved Dani's first book, Submerged! Can't wait to read Shattered! :)

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  72. TressaFebruary 7, 2013 at 6:49 PM

    These look really good. I love romantic suspense. We are actually homeschooling this year and I don't know how Dani has time to do both. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  73. Abbi HartFebruary 7, 2013 at 10:57 PM

    I absolutely loved Submerged! It was one of my absolute favorite reads from 2012 and immediately put Dani Pettrey on my favorite authors list! I couldn't put it down and the second I finished I wanted to read book 2 unfortunately I've had to wait a whole year! Can't wait to dive into Piper and Landon's story!

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  74. AnonymousFebruary 8, 2013 at 1:35 AM

    Romance and suspense? Sounds super.
    We would love to win and share this with family and friends.
    We really appreciate these giveaways. It is do good to actually
    have the book to add to our library.
    Thank you.

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  75. MeaganFebruary 8, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    I am so excited to read Shattered. I loved Submerged. It was an awesome book!

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  76. NancyFebruary 8, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    I think I found another book to read! I am intrigued by Alaska and this sounds so good!

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  77. UnknownFebruary 8, 2013 at 11:31 AM

    How did I get so far behind? Oh well not sure if it's to late to enter but I'll post anyway. Love, love, love you're book covers and can't wait to get my hands on them. Thanks for taking the time for the interview. I truly enjoyed it. God bless.
    kristie(at)connectiolifechurch(dot)org

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    1. MelanieFebruary 8, 2013 at 11:43 AM

      Not too late! All blogoversary giveaways (except for day one) will end on the 17th. Thanks for stopping by. :)

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  78. UnknownFebruary 8, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    This, very honestly, sounds really awesome. How have I never heard of this book?!?!

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  79. JoeyFebruary 8, 2013 at 6:26 PM

    Sounds awesome....I'd love to read it!

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  80. NatashaFebruary 9, 2013 at 1:21 AM

    Sounds really good!!
    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  81. Christy MaurerFebruary 9, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    Congratulations, Melanie! I loved Submerged so I would love to read this one! Thanks for sharing. Great interview with Dani :)

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  82. BonnieFebruary 9, 2013 at 9:01 AM

    What a great reader giveaway - thanks so much!

    bonnieroof60@yahoo.com

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  83. NazninFebruary 9, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Congratulations on the 20th wedding anniversary! Nice way to celebrate it.. Very nice interview. The book cover is attractive. Hope to be one of the lucky winners!. Thanks for making it international.

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  84. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    I love Dani Pettrey's books and can not wait until the 3rd book comes out in September! I gave her too books to my mom the other day and I have not heard from her since because she is reading the books lol
    Lisa Medeiros
    deiselbuffs@yahoo.ca

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  85. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    Melanie, I would love to win Dani's book. I first met her at a Video chat party. Wish they could all be Videos. Was so neat seeing them while we chatted. But, still don't have one of her books. Dani, I too, like any thing chocolate, but do prefer it not to be the dark choc. Of course, it's the healthy one. LOL Please put my name in the hat for a win. Maxie mac262(at)me(dot)com

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  86. Meagan @ Blooming with BooksFebruary 9, 2013 at 2:05 PM

    I loved Submerged and am looking forward to reading Shattered ~ so many books, so little time. Sigh!

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  87. UnknownFebruary 9, 2013 at 3:53 PM

    Happy Blogoversary!

    Thanks for the amazing giveaway!
    elizabeth @ bookattict . com

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  88. Holly LetsonFebruary 9, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    I loved her answer about birthday parties.

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  89. Holly LetsonFebruary 9, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Happy Blogoversary!

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  90. Nuzaifa @ Word ContessaFebruary 9, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    Shattered sounds like a great read.I love all chocolate-y things too! :D

    Thanks for sharing!

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  91. nurmawati djuhawanFebruary 10, 2013 at 2:38 AM

    sounds a great book!!!
    thx u :)

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  92. AnonymousFebruary 10, 2013 at 5:17 AM

    Shattered sounds like the type of book my
    family enjoys. Melanie, we do enjoy your
    interviews. Thanks for the generous giveaways
    to you and the wonderful authors.
    suzieqaa@yahoo.com

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