02.28.09
Posted in Chatting, Contests, Dreamspinner Press, Promo at 2:49 pm by Administrator
That’s right. Join me and my fellow Dreamspinner Press Authors over at the Two Lips Yahoo Group for a fun and festive time.
The chat will start up around around 12 p.m. EST and run until we get tired of talking. Dreamspinner Press will be giving away free eBooks all day and running other contests. There will be a discount code offered and during the month of March Dreamspinner will be doing a drawing for a free eBook reader.
Come and join the fun!
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02.23.09
Posted in Promo at 2:10 pm by chrissymunder
The nice review for Milestones (read here at my blog) available in the Reflections of Love Anthology made me think about the other anthologies Dreamspinner Press has available.
The first one I read was Size Matters. I chuckled over the title, thought the cover art was nicely done, and the stories enjoyable. That was what enticed me to submit my own stories to Dreamspinner.
So many times the oldies get lost behind the shuffle and fanfare of the newer releases. Have you missed any of these?
Available in print and ebook –
After the Storm - in the Desire Beyond Death anthology
Angry and frustrated with his chronic illness, Vincent Poulsen moves into an old lighthouse to live out the few days he has left. After a dangerous collapse, he meets the ghostly Captain Cason, who shares stories of his distant past. In the process, Vincent stumbles over the tragedy that binds the captain to the lighthouse and his haunted memories. Then fate offers them both a chance to change the future… for better or for worse.
Start From the Beginning
in the Size Still Matters anthology
A heart attack leaves Miles wrangling with a slow recovery and a quiet retreat … just one cabin down from wounded warrior Drew. Although he’s unhappy to have his solitude invaded, Drew finds himself fascinated with Miles, but he can’t bring himself to push aside his skittish nerves. Both men fear rejection for different reasons, but what if they’ve instead found the acceptance they crave?
Odds Are
in the Mr. Right Now anthology
Returning to an annual conference without his long-time live-in boyfriend, not only does doctor Rick Page have to cope with his aversion to elevators but he discovers his lover had a secret he never suspected. Luckily, Smoking Hot Jonah is willing to provide sexy therapy that just may help him with both issues.
Third Times the Charm
in the Make Me a Match Anthology Vol. 1 - John Turner went to the 24-hour Urgent Care center to get his employee Bobby some medical attention, not to scope out the doctors. But Nick Davros was awfully hard to ignore. So when Bobby’s cousin gets hurt at the construction site, John knows exactly where to go. Despite Bobby’s best matchmaking attempts, Nick doesn’t seem interested in John – until a calamitous event throws them together a third time.
Stormy Weather
in the Make Me a Match Anthology Volume 2 - Meteorologist Grant Singer is sick of dates who only want to bed the TV “weather guy”. But the matches from the online dating service he signs up with are even worse. In fact, the only thing that makes the endless dinner dates bearable is Craig, the cute waiter at his favorite restaurant. Luckily for Grant, Craig never misses one of his forecasts…
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02.18.09
Posted in Reviews at 2:07 pm by chrissymunder
I’m pleased to share some new reviews for a couple of the anthologies I have short stories in. Be sure to click on the reviewer’s link for the full review.
Sandra over at Night Owl Romance reviewed the Make Me a Match Volume Two Anthology and had this to say about the anthology overall:
Make Me a Match Vol 2 was overall a good and interesting anthology. I really enjoyed most of the stories.
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Being that you get quite a few stories in this book it’s a great value. I plan on keeping this one and reading it again. I’ll also recommend it to others.
and Jenre or at Well Read reviewed the new Reflections of Love Anthology and had this to say about Milestones:
Chrissy Munder always writes a great story and I wasn’t disappointed here.
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What made this story work for me is how realistic it was in showing how easy it is to allow life to get in the way of love and also how all relationships have to be worked on if they are going to thrive.
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02.09.09
Posted in New Release Info, Promo at 2:05 pm by chrissymunder
Available in print and ebook – February 14th. Reflections of Love – A Dreamspinner Press Anthology.
Is your heart yearning for Valentine’s Day, the only day of the year exclusively devoted to love? Mark the occasion with this special anthology of heart-warming tales that will convince you Cupid is alive and well.
The stories in this collection reflect love in all its guises – from established couples to first encounters, from chocolates and roses to more untraditional wooing. Romance is the common denominator that brings the men in each story together. Make Valentine’s Day even more special with Reflections of Love!
Authors include Sean Kennedy, Maria Albert, Ashlyn Kane, S. Blaise, Bethany Brown, G.S. Wiley, Jaxx Steele, Zahra Owens, Janey Chapel, Nicki Bennett & Ariel Tachna, and, of course – me!
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02.02.09
Posted in Reviews at 1:59 pm by chrissymunder
The start of the month is always grand as new reviews show up and I get to hear that someone enjoyed one of my stories. That makes my day.
Here’s some new ones – please click on the reviewers link for the full review:
Hearts and Flowers – Reviewed by Brett at Rainbow Reviews – (4 stars) A truly delightful short story and a quick read. As the book title suggests, this story is cute, humorous, and sweet. The only “flaw” by my estimation is the slightly forced and hurried interactions with the therapists the main character goes to see. This is hardly detrimental for the story because of the fast pace and size. A fully enjoyable read that I recommend.
Thank you Brett, I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Hearts and Flowers was also Reviewed by Whitney at Fallen Angel Reviews -
Jesse Pearce is a CPA with a very unsatisfying personal life. His therapist tells him that he has intimacy issues, and he’s not going to argue with that. Veteran of several divorces, he has come to the conclusion that he simply prefers men to women. Not that it matters, anyway, since he hasn’t seen action of any kind lately. It’s downright depressing. When Jesse’s assistant rescues an adorable puppy from the dumpster and brings it to the office for safe-keeping, Jesse insists that an ad be placed in the paper to find the pup a home before it can totally destroy the carpet in his office. Unfortunately, the ad is botched somewhere along the line, and instead of an ad for a puppy, a personal is placed in the paper with Jesse’s telephone number as the contact. But how unfortunate is that, really? The voice on the other end of the phone call that Jesse answers is warm and friendly, and Jesse’s intimacy issues seem to dissolve into nothing but a memory.
Chrissy Munder’s short story Hearts and Flowers is a lighthearted visit with a man, a puppy, and a misplaced personal advertisement. As usual, Ms. Munder’s knack for characterization shines. Jesse, his assistant Dennis, his love interest Kyle, and especially the puppy Fred all spring to rich and colorful life within just a few pages. While we laugh a bit at Jesse’s sad-sack life, we still wish him well, and so it is with not a little bit of delight that we watch Jesse unwind enough to get tipsy and flirt on the phone with a complete stranger. We have already been introduced to the stranger, Kyle, so we know that he will make a perfect complement for the conservative Jesse. Of all the characters, it is the puppy Fred that steals the show. All wriggling body and shiny black nose, Fred is more than just a depositor of faintly odorous stains upon Jesse’s floor. He is the catalyst that brings the story together. Even those readers who aren’t “dog people” will have their hearts stolen by this cuddly canine.
In all, Hearts and Flowers will leave a smile on your face, and that makes the story more than worth the read. Good show, Ms. Munder!
Thank you so much Whitney!
Whitney was busy this month as she also reviewed A Gift of Ash and Frost:
Mathias Oakes is the son of the village whore. The oldest of seven children, he makes his living with his strong back and watches the world through quiet and stalwart eyes. When the new owners of the local manor called the Grange advertise for temporary help over Christmas, Mathias applies in hopes of making enough money to feed his family for a season. The local reverend calls his new employers “abominations,” but Mathias has neither the time nor the inclination to worry about what he means. Although the work at the Grange is heavy, Mathias enjoys his life there. He doesn’t expect the fascination and attraction that he feels for his supervisor, Mr. Mason. When he finds that the owners of the Grange are what are called sodomites, he is surprised but not offended. He feels a certain kinship with them and finally begins to understand the truth about himself. Just as the object of Mathias’s desire appears to be in reach, an act of hate and violence tears through the Grange on Christmas Eve, and the aftermath could very well destroy all Mathias holds dear.
Chrissy Munder’s A Gift of Ash and Frost is a holiday-themed short story about a young man’s journey of self-discovery and his realization that although he may not fit the mold imposed upon him by society, honesty is preferable to self-delusion. This is an engaging read with characters that are well-developed in spite of the shortness of the story. Mathias quickly captures the sympathy and affection of the reader, and although less time is spent with the secondary characters, we still get to know them through Mathias’s eyes. Throughout the story, Mathias repeats his mother’s philosophy: Be careful what you wish for. In the beginning, this is a negative and somewhat self-defeating adage that suggests that reaching for something above one’s station in life will lead to disaster. At the end, however, this takes on an entirely different connotation, as Mathias realizes that being true to himself can actually lead to positive results. Readers picking up A Gift of Ash and Frost should expect an enjoyable experience. This story is well worth the read.
Thank you! Whitney!
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Posted in Reviews at 1:58 pm by chrissymunder
Stormy Weather now available in print and ebook in the Make Me A Match Anthology Vol. 2 has received 4 Nymphs from Literary Nymphs Reviews .
Critter Nymph (love the name) says: “Stormy Weather by Chrissy Munder (4 Nymphs) is a hilarious look at computer dating. This enjoyable read will have you chuckling more than once. Who knew ordering an edamame salad could be such an experience?”
I’m so glad Critter Nymph enjoyed this story as well as the others in the Anthology.
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02.01.09
Posted in Contests at 2:02 pm by chrissymunder
Be sure to stop by my website at www.chrissymunder.com and enter my February Contest and a chance to win one of my short stories.
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Posted in Contests, Promo at 1:56 pm by chrissymunder
Congratulations to Teresa for her winning entry in my January Contest. Her copy of Just a Little Romance is already on its way.
Be sure to stop by my website http://www.chrissymunder.com/ and enter my February Contest for your chance to win one of my short stories.
Psssst: Are you signed up for the Dreamspinner Press Newsletter ? In this month’s edition there is a special code to give you a discount on your purchases. Sign up today to be sure you get notice of all sales and giveaways as well as new releases.
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