Saturday Spotlight & Giveaway!!

I can't believe it! It's already Saturday and Book Blogger Appreciation Week has come and gone.  So, it's for that reason that I wanted to do a very special "Saturday Spotlight"!  This year's theme to BBAW was "Celebrate Books" and while I LOVE books and I was more than happy to celebrate them, I CHERISH the friendships I've made along the way MUCH more.  This blogger has been here for me in SO many ways and for that, I can't thank her enough.  Let me introduce this weeks "Saturday Spotlight" .

Something easy  but important to know to start with ...

What's your name? Katrina

And your online alias? Trin

The name of your blog is? Bloody Bad

And when we want to find your blog, what's the URL? http://trinsnook.blogspot.com/

How about a something about yourself? A short bio maybe?  I am a wife, a daughter, a student, a hard worker and an avid reader. I am from New England and I love it.

That was *Definitely short Trin and I too am from New England and Love it! What's NOT to love? Actually, we found out that we're just ONE state away! By the way, you forgot something REALLY important..."Friend".  : )

Why did you start your blog?

I started my blog on New years day. It started as a journal of sorts, then I was reading the Twilight series and I wanted to post about it. Trough that I found other book blogs and the 100+ challenge. I had always said I was a big reader and that challenge peeked my interest. Now, cliche as it sounds, my blog is a one year project to read 100 books.

What is your favorite genre and/or genres?

I love historical fiction,literary fiction, romance and I have learned to enjoy memoirs.

Who is your favorite author?

That is a tough one, can I choose 20?

*giggle* NO!

OK,  If I had to choose just one it would be, France Hodgson Burnett.

What's your favorite book of all time?

I love each book for it's own reasons. I do not have a favorite.

Name & describe your blog features:

I review every book that comes into my hands. I also hold contests for books and I have joined a few blog tours. I enjoy being a part of Memes like What are you reading Mondays, The Literary Road Trip and In my mailbox.

Describe your review system:

I base books on a 0-5 ratings scale. I never specified anything but if I loved it, it gets 5 stars, if I liked it, it gets 4 stars, if it was okay, it gets 3 stars. Anything lower than that and I probably put the book down.

How is your blog unique from other blogs?

I would like to think the design of my blog is unique. I work very hard on it. I also change my header monthly. I am really excited about September's header. Lastly, the blog is by me and has me all over it. No other blog has that (except maybe one.)

How do you market your blog?

Um. . .I don't think I do. I have contact with a few publishers but I have had trouble joining blog tours. I have sent emails and explained Bloody Bad but no one has responded. I don't let it get me down though. I figure "You don't want me to review a book or have an interview with your author, too bad for you because Bloody Bad is awesome" !

*giggle* Yes IT IS!! and SO is the Blogger!!

Can you give us 3 tips about content?

1. Be real, don't try to fancy it up.

2. Keep it relevant

3. Be honest, but kind

I couldn't agree more with number 3!

Can you give us 3 tips about blog promotion?

Nope, as I said, I stink at promotion. Maybe someone can give me tips on it?

 

I don't think you "stink" at anything! You're a wonderful reviewer and a talented blogger! Most of all a great friend!
Thank you for stoping by "Park-Avenue Princess" Trin!  I LOVED having you!

Now, for Trin's giveaway, she's going to giveaway a really special talent! If you go over to Trin's blog and look at her "button" on her sidebar...you'll see how Be-U-Tee-Full it is.  Go Quick! I'll wait . . .

You back? Good! That's what she's going to do for YOUR blog!  But, she's going to make one up especially for your blog!  Something that goes with your theme!  In order to participate you MUST be following BOTH of us!  Want to know how??  OK...read on.

SATURDAY SPOTLIGHT GIVEAWAY!!

ONE Of My LUCKY Readers Will WIN A Button Custom Made for Their Blog!!

Courtesy of Trin and Park-Avenue Princess (Trin's doing the actual work)

This Giveaway is open to EVERYONE. There is NO mail involved!

How Do you Win?

It's Simple!

You must follow BOTH Blogs by hitting the FOLLOW button

That way we can see you and know you are one of our readers!

If you are NOT willing to follow this rule, you can't participate.

(But, how simple of a step IS that...plus, you'll get all the important updates)

All Entries MUST be in By Midnight October 17th Winner Drawn on the 18th!

Extra Entries

I Recommend Following On Twitter - Because of the ROYAL GIVEAWAY

for the Sony E-Reader that is coming up! - It's NOT Required But I Will Be

Making Important Announcements There!

(Some exclusively for extra points that day)

The Choice Is Yours!

+2 If you Subscribe by Mail

+2 If you Subscribe via Google Reader

+3 If you TWEET About This Giveaway

+3 If you Rate Me On Blogged (see bottom of blog)

+10 If you Follow Me @APrkAvePrincess on TWITTER! (Leave @TwitterName)

+10 If you Follow Trin @Faith42Love on TWITTER! (Leave @TwitterName)

+15 If you blog about this Giveaway in it's own post (or any others I'm having)

+20 If you Put My Button On Your Blog and Link Back

Try to Separate your entries one per post!

(+15 for each and every NEW follower you bring me)

They just have to mention that they are NEW in their Post, along with YOUR name!

Good Luck and HAVE FUN!!

Thank you ALL for Stopping By!

Without you, your comments and input, this blog

wouldn't be able to continue to grow!

And we're now at 400!!

Questions/Concerns? Please do not hesitate to Contact ME!

If you'd like to be FEATURED in the "SATURDAY SPOTLIGHT"

Please either hit the "CONTACT ME" Button OR Email me directly

IAmHiMaintenance(at)aol(dot)com!

 Preach to the Princess, leave a Noble Note or a Royal Rambling!!

x0xx ~ KISSES