Saturday, October 25, 2008

Blog Talk Radio Show and Giveaway

I am so excited to announce that Miriam from Hachette Book Group USA is hosting another BlogTalk Radio Show on Wedneday, October 29th at 1:00 p.m. EST. I had a terrific time participating in the last one with Michael Connelly, and I'm really looking forward to being part of this one too.

This time the radio show is with Kathleen Kent, author of THE HERETIC'S DAUGHTER. Here's a brief summary of the novel:

Martha Carrier was one of the first women to be accused, tried and hanged as a witch in Salem, Massachusetts. Like her mother, young Sarah Carrier is bright and willful, openly challenging the small, brutal world in which they live. Often at odds with one another, mother and daughter are forced to stand together against the escalating hysteria of the trials and the superstitious tyranny that led to the torture and imprisonment of more than 200 people accused of witchcraft. This is the story of Martha's courageous defiance and ultimate death, as told by the daughter who survived.

Kathleen Kent is a tenth generation descendent of Martha Carrier. She paints a haunting portrait, not just of Puritan New England, but also of one family's deep and abiding love in the face of fear and persecution. -- Hachette Book Group USA

I just started the book last night so I'd be "prepared" for the radio show; and I have to say that I'm really loving it. I'm having a hard time putting it down, so I know I'll be finished with it way before the radio show. You can call into the show at (646) 378-0040 or just listen online. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/stations/HachetteBookGroup/LittleBrown/2008/10/29/Interview-w-Kathleen-Kent-author-of-THE-HERETICS-DAUGHTER-a-novel-about-the-Salem-Witch-Trials

Even if you haven't read THE HERETIC'S DAUGHTER yet, I'm sure you will still thoroughly enjoy the radio show. I always think it's interesting to hear an author's perspective on their work. You can read a little more about Ms. Kent and her fascinating family history here. In addition, you can read an excerpt of the book or even watch this video.

The always generous Miriam has offered to give a copy of THE HERETIC'S DAUGHTER to one of my readers. Please leave a comment with your e-mail address if you are interested. If you'd like to double your chances, blog about this radio show with a link back to this post. The contest will be open until Wednesday, October 29th after the radio show. This contest is open to U.S. mailing addresses only. Good luck and I hope to "hear" you there!

72 comments:

Anonymous said...

Isn't Miriam great!! Please enter me. milou2ster(at)gmail(dot)com Thanks!

Amanda said...

Oh I've heard great things about this book. Thanks for the giveaway!

Ti said...

If I don't win this one, I am going to have to buy it. I've heard such good things about it.

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Susan Helene Gottfried said...

No need to enter me on this. I'm just dropping in to say hi and I've got this posted at Win a Book!

Carol M said...

I would love to win this book! Thank you!
Carol M
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Shelly B said...

I would love to win this!

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Mom of 5 Boys said...

I'd love to read this one!

BoxingKing said...

I woud love to win this book. Witchcraft studies are always intersting - brutal, but interesting. Thanks!

Anonymous said...

Yes I want to win!

Thanks, Kiki

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Anonymous said...

Julie, I don't need to enter the drawing, I have *The Heretic's Daughter* on my bookcase. I just wanted to say thanks for letting us know about the upcoming interview; I hope I'm able to call in ...

darbyscloset said...

Julie,
I have sooooo been wanting to read this book!!!! Please enter me. Lately I have been reading quite a bit about the witch trials and I find them mesmerizing.
Thank you for this offer and inteview!
Darby
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Anonymous said...

I'd love to enter this one!
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Linda said...

Everything I've read about this book sounds so interesting. I'd love to win the book. Thanks.

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Unknown said...

I'm still trying to win this one! Might have to break down and buy it soon! Thanks.

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Tammy said...

I've been wanting this one for a while! Please enter me. I've also posted about the giveaway here.

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Jo-Jo said...

This sounds like a great book! I have always found events that took place during the witch trials to be intriguing. Please enter me:

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I also blogged about it at http://jo-jolovestoread.blogspot.com/

Beawhiz said...

I'd love to win this one!

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Bonnie said...

Add my name to the drawing...I couldn't resist!

Me... said...

Thanks for the opportunity!

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Anonymous said...

This sounds great :D I'd love to give it a read :)

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windycindy said...

Many thanks to you and Miriam to offer up a copy of this wonderful sounding book! Please enter my name in your drawing. Many thanks, Cindi
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Iliana said...

Please enter me in the giveaway! I've heard so many good things about this book. I'm actually pretty excited because Kathleen Kent is going to be in my town this weekend for a literary festival so hopefully I'll get a chance to hear her there.

Bookfool said...
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Bookfool said...

Please enter me! This one's on my wish brick.

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Impkatt said...

This book sounds so interesting! Generations of witches...how cool. Ditto...if I don't win, I'm buying!

Wrighty said...

This is another book that I keep hearing great things about. I look forward to reading it! I posted about your contest and the radio interview on my blog. Thanks for another great offer!

Rebekah E. said...

This book sounds so good. Please enter me.
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RAnn said...

enter me please!

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Dumaurier said...

A read the review of this book in People, I'd love to read it

rlr260 said...

Oooh! I'd love to win this book. I've heard such good buzz about it.

janeh said...

There have been several books recently, dealing with this time in history. It's a fascinating subject, and I would very much like to read The Heretic's Daughter.

tatertot374 said...

Thank you for having this! I would love to read it. Thank you!
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vboackle said...

this sounds soooo good.

agordon10 said...

i'm interested

Anonymous said...

hey..do enter me for this giveaway!:) been wanting to read this book for a while now:)
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Candie L said...

I love the new perspective on the idea. Would love it

laurieahigh said...

I have been wanting to read this one.

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Mya Brooks said...

Interesting!!!

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Aisling said...

How fascinating to do research like this on your own ancestor. I'd love to read this book.

susan1215 said...

Sounds like a great book

Unknown said...

Please enter me.

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Anonymous said...

I've read several different reviews of this book and all raved about how good a read it is. I'd like to get into this book for a while.
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dbadour said...

I would love to win.

Anonymous said...

This sounds great! I'd love to win! Thank you so much for the great contest!

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Terri Dell said...

Sounds like a good book

Miss Spoken said...

Looks like a great book. Love the cover art.
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Bebe said...

Hi Julie!
I'd love to read this book ~ please enter me in your contest. Thanks!
Smiles, Bebe :)

chromiumman said...

love to win this

plhill2000 said...

I have been looking forward to this book. Please, enter me.

Francine Anchondo said...

Thanks for the giveaway.

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Anonymous said...

please enter me; I love a good book.

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mverno said...

i never win

MOMFOREVERANDEVER said...

would love to read mrs.mommyyATgmail.com

Anonymous said...

a good book during this hectic season; a treat for the spook week

randio said...

I'm anxious to read this one, reviews have been great! Thanks

ewalsh40 said...

I'd love to win this. Thanks for the chance.

Donna said...

It sounds interesting.
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theamira said...

I've had this one on my wish list for weeks! theamira1970 at gmail dot com

Unknown said...

Good luck!

bev said...

This book sounds really good. I would love to read it. Thanks for the giveaway!

Unknown said...

Sounds like a great book.

Lorri S said...

This sounds like a very interesting book!

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Anonymous said...

Sounds interesting.

Jenn S. said...

I am always looking for a good read. This book sounds great. Thanks for the chance to win it.

Anonymous said...

OH!!! This book sounds wonderful. Please include me in the contest. Thanks.
Kathy
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janetfaye said...

I would love to read THE HERETIC'S DAUGHTER.

Thank you!

janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

janetfaye said...

I blogged here:

http://pleasureofreading.blogspot.com/2008/10/blog-talk-radio-show-and-giveaway.html

janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

Deborah Wellenstein said...

I have heard terrific things aboout this book. Thank you for this giveaway!

Charlene Kuser said...

I would love to read this book,have
heard so much about it.The Salem
witches trials have always aroused
my interest.Thanks for the giveaway

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masonsgranny59 said...

I'd love to read this

fancyfeet48 said...

Please enter me in the giveaway! I've heard so many good things about this book