Guest Post & Kindle Fire Giveaway by Lisa T Bergren, Author of REMNANTS

AUDIO ADRENALINE: MY FAVORITES SO FAR

by Lisa T Bergren

After years of feeling guilty for not getting enough books read (when, *gasp!*, I’m an AUTHOR), I finally discovered the wonder that is audio books. Andye had talked up audio books for eons, but I resisted, convinced it wouldn’t be the same thing. But something had to give if I wanted to engage with more books.

When I signed up with Audible and a book magically landed on my iPod, I was hooked. (I’m a glutton for instant gratification.) It was the first of many. I began listening while walking, doing dishes, running errands, and when I couldn’t sleep. I listened a lot as I finished ducks (I work with my husband on a business in which we transform old ranch fence posts into decorative ducks. I know. It sounds weird. Check out RMrustic.com if you want to see what I mean).

But, long story short, we became serious audio fans! Here are some of my favorites among the fifty I listened to last year…in no particular order:

UNBROKEN, Laura Hillenbrand: An amazing survivor story from WWII that will resonate with every contemporary readers.

BLACKMOORE and EDENBROOKE, Julianne Donaldson: Dreamy, Austen-esque novels that just feel restful.

EMPEROR (and the novels that follow), Conn Iggulden: A crash course, in fictional form, on Julius Caesar and Rome’s heyday. My hubby especially loved this series. I found it pretty man-centric, but I still enjoyed it—and it was fun to discuss with him.

ELEANOR & PARK, Rainbow Rowell: An amazing Romeo and Juliet story that made me, as they say, both laugh and cry. Passionate, insightful, and soon to be a movie…My daughter (who also listened to it) and I can’t wait!

SHADOW & BONE, and SIEGE & STORM, Leigh Bardugo: Epic, amazing fantasy with serious streams of good and evil. So good my whole family has listened to them and the third is an automatic purchase for us come June, when it releases.

THE FAULT IN OUR STARS, John Green: This book about kids battling cancer—as well as struggling to embrace life—is one of the most touching, funny, heartfelt novels I’ve ever “read.” Another movie we’ll eagerly anticipate!

THE WINTER SEA, Susann Kearsley: Given my penchant for time travel and Europe, I thought this novel about a novelist discovering her own historical roots transfixing.

STEELHEART, Brandon Sanderson: A fun super-hero tale with one of the best narrators I’ve ever heard. Can’t wait to share it with my eleven-year-old son.

THE DEMON KING (and all the rest in the series—I’ve lobbied the author on Twitter for another but I’m not sure she’s taking me seriously), Cinda Williams Chima: Andye actually got me into this fantasy series and my husband and I both loved it. She manages to weave a dense story with a big cast of characters, and yet make it all make sense.

Be sure to write down this STOP #12 LAUNCH TOUR CLUE: concentrated

Collect all the clues and fill out Lisa’s Rafflecopter form on her launch tour post at LisaBergren.com April 30-May 7 and you could win either a Kindle Fire HDX ($229) or iPod Touch ($229)!

Have you ever listened to an audio book? Why or why not? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

THEIR ARRIVAL WAS FORETOLD FOR YEARS….

Andriana is a Remnant, gifted as an empath and one of the Ailith, destined to act as humanity’s last shield against the horrors that now plague those who remain.

After years of training in stealth and warfare, Andriana and her Knight protector, Ronan, are finally ready to answer the Call and begin the life they were designed for. But as they embark with the other Remnants on the first of their assignments, they quickly discover that the world beyond their protected Valley is more dangerous than they imagined.

The Sons of Sheol will stop at nothing to prevent Dri and Ronan from rescuing anyone sympathetic to the Remnants’ cause. And as the Remnants battle the demonic forces, still other enemies close in. Dangers intensity, but so do Dri’s feelings for Ronan–the one emotion she is not meant to feel. In the midst of their mission, Andriana must fine a way to master her feelings. Or risk compromising everything…

*Winner of the Launch Tour Hunt will receive a Kindle Fire HDB ($229 USD) or an iPod Touch ($229 USD) or the equivalent (for international winners). Just fill out the Rafflecopter form on LisaTBergren.com’s site by 4/30/14, after collecting all the Launch Tour Clues. For the full listing of the Remnants Launch Tour Schedule, go here...

Buy the Book:

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Remnants-Season-Wonder-Novel/dp/0310735645

Barnes & Noble: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/remnants-lisa-tawn-bergren/1114852631?ean=9780310735649

Books-a-Million: http://www.booksamillion.com/p/Remnants/Lisa-Tawn-Bergren/9780310735649?id=5968343533064

Lisa Tawn Bergren is the best-selling, award-winning author of over 40 books, with more than 2.5 million copies sold. Her most recent works includes a YA series called River of Time (Waterfall, Cascade, Torrent, Bourne & Tributary), God Gave Us Easter, a devotional called Upside-Down Prayers for Parents and the Grand Tour Series (Glamorous Illusions, Grave Consequences, and Glittering Promises). She’s currently at work on a new YA series called Remnants, coming out in 2014.

Lisa’s time is split between managing home base, writing, and working on ducks with her husband, Tim (RMrustic.com). Tim’s a worship leader, graphic designer and duck-sculptor. They have three kids–Olivia (18), Emma (15) and Jack (10).

The Bergrens make their home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.