Author Archives: Jeannie Lin

Starred review from Publishers Weekly

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I had no idea about this until Courtney Milan and the Twitterverse pointed it out to me. I’m stunned, excited, happy!

From Publishers Weekly:
Web Exclusive Butterfly Swords
Jeannie Lin, Harlequin Historical
$5.99 mass market (288p) ISBN 978-0-373-29614-9

Chang Ai Li flees her wedding and her enraged bridegroom in Lin’s exciting debut, an adventure tale set in turbulent 8th-century China. Ai Li, the only daughter in a family of mighty warriors, is trained by her grandmother to fight with light butterfly swords and defend herself and her family’s honor. Ryam is a foreigner trying to get back to his stronghold on the far western edge of the empire. After he helps Ai Li fight off brigands and soldiers, she hires him to help her evade her pursuers and get back to the imperial city. Ryam is uncomfortable when Ai Li calls him honorable, while she is amazed that he listens to what she has to say. Despite being from different cultures and classes, they fall in love. The especially vibrant writing describing the culture, clothes, and countryside saves this from being just another tale of impossible love. (Oct. 1) 

Holiday Giveaway from Harlequin Historical

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Remember those calendars where every day you open a door and there’s a little chocolate or surprise inside as you count down the days until Christmas? Well, the talented authors of Harlequin Historical are doing a fun giveaway in December.

Each day, one author will be hosting a special activity. It may be commenting on a blog, visiting a Facebook page, or scavenging for a special ornament. Join in and you’ll be entered to win the daily giveaway as well as the Grand Prize giveaway. If you miss a day, don’t worry. Many activities will remain active after the calendar date so you can always go back and catch up. The more days you participate, the more chances you’ll have.

On December 23, we’ll be drawing one lucky name to receive a free Kindle along with the Kindle versions of some great Harlequin Historical novels. (Official rules and eligibility)

On December 4th, my holiday scavenger hunt becomes active. So come by next Saturday for details! In the meantime, the celebration starts on Wednesday, December 1. Happy hunting and Happy Holidays!

Participating Authors:
Lynna Banning – December 1
Annie Burrows – December 2
Charlene Sands – December 3
Jeannie Lin – December 4
Elizabeth Rolls – December 5
Deb Marlowe – December 6
Barbara Monajem – December 7
Terri Brisbin – December 8
Diane Gaston – December 9
Joanne Rock – December 10
Emily May – December 11
Blythe Gifford – December 12
Cheryl St.John – December 13
Carol Townend – December 14
Deborah Hale – December 15
Amanda McCabe – December 16
Michelle Willingham -December 17
Georgina Devon – December 18
Julia Justiss – December 19
Michelle Styles – December 20
Ann Lethbridge – December 21
Denise Lynn – December 22

Lynna Banning Annie Burrows Charlene Sands Jeannie Lin Elizabeth Rolls Deb Marlowe Barbara Monajem Terri Brisbin Diane Gaston Joanne Rock Emily May Blythe Gifford Cheryl St. John Carol Townend Deb Hale Amanda McCabe Michelle Willingham Georgina Devon Julia Justiss Michelle Styles Ann Lethbridge Denise Lynn Grand Prize Drawing Day