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New Zealand's Buried Treasure
We’ve heard about the nature. And we know about the sheep. And if you’re really on to it, you might know about the manuka honey and the paua shells and kauri trees. But what no one…
Mary Balogh Winner
Mary C is the winner of the signed copy of A Matter of Class by Mary Balogh. Congratulations to Mary and thanks to the author and to everyone who entered. – Sandy AAR
AAR Annual Poll Panic Time
I had a mild panic attack this week while looking at my calendar for January. There, marked in red, on January 18th, were the words “First day AAR Annual Poll.” Yikes! How could this be? In…
The Need for Recognition
This past week, I read The Mane Squeeze by Shelly Laurenston. About halfway through the book I realised the heroine’s best friend was black and though she had previously struck me as slightly annoying, I finished…
Books with Buzz: Mary Balogh Interview and Giveaway (Contest Closed)
It’s always a treat to feature Mary Balogh here at AAR and today we have a double one: A short interview with the author about A Matter of Class, her upcoming release and a chance for…
Poll: What’s Your Recession Reading Pleasure?
Romance sales are up. Which is a total no-brainer, right? After all, it’s scary out there. But here’s what’s got me curious. What are you reading these days? And, just as interesting to me, have your…
Another Adorable Cat Video
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtDjM6QqULU As a companion to the precious video Jane posted below, here’s another in the classic Maru the Cat oeuvre on YouTube. He is the star of many videos, but this one is my favorite. Just goes…