PARAPALOOZA - Day 1
Southern Witch series - Quote of the Day:
"I'd never kill anyone with hair that fabulous."
~ Rollie the vampire
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Gerry Bartlett writes a terrific humorous paranormal series featuring a beautiful full-figured vampire. Here's what Gerry has to say about becoming one of the undead herself...
Since you write about vampires, if you had the choice, would you want to be one?
"Lots to consider here. First, my heroine, Glory St. Clair, was turned when she had a few extra pounds to lose and then she was stuck like that. So first, I’d have to diet down to a perfect weight. And that’s obviously not going to happen. I have the self-control of a mosquito in a nudist colony. Then there’s the whole liquid diet thing. Sorry, but I love my food too much to give it up. What fun is it to live forever without steak and a baked potato? Not to mention chocolate truffles. I have to have crunch in my diet too, just like my heroine. She suffers just to taste the occasional Cheeto.
On the serious side, the immortality thing is a big deal. If I were given the option, I wouldn’t want to be turned vampire. No way. Not unless everyone I know and loved would live forever too. I can’t imagine watching them die while I lived on. There could be nothing worse.
Hey, this is getting way too gloomy now. In REAL VAMPIRES HATE THEIR THIGHS, coming in February, Glory has her pick between two hot guys. Now that’s what I’m talking about. I write fiction, folks. And there’s nothing more fun than escaping into a book where all your dreams can come true. So, sure, I’d live and look young forever. I’d have hot guys at my feet and elsewhere, if you get my drift. And figure out a way to eat too. If I’m writing this story, then I can make it happen. Right?" ~ Gerry Bartlett
Hee Hee Hee. Yeah, there's a reason I love Gerry & Glory. Now if you'd like to win a signed copy of Barely Bewitched from the Southern Witch series (and Book 1 Would-Be Witch, if you don't have it) and an autographed copy of the first book in Gerry's series (Real Vampires Have Curves), please pop into the comments and tell us whether you'd like to be a vampire or not.
P.S. If you'd like to visit Gerry's site, you can find her at www.GerryBartlett.com
Comments
But perhaps for a short time, it would be fun. At least as long as I could find my old high school gym teacher and drop by for a visit...
zenrei57 (at) hotmail (dot) com
In the traditional sense, no - I really would not wish to be a vampire. Yet - aren't we all 'vampires' in one sense or another? We live by taking in the energy of other lifeforms, we out live our beloved pets, and sadly, our loved ones on occasion. Yes, we may stand in the sunlight as well as moonlight, but what a fine line separates the two.
On the other hand, what good could perhaps be accomplished by a true 'vampire' - someone who could live eons untold, and amass a wealth of knowledge, experience and the monetary means to put so much learning in place. I think it would take a very unselfish soul - in this particular sense - to 'sacrifice' themselves to immortality in order that they might serve a larger purpose.
LOL - deep thinking so early in the morning is not my cup o tea!
PS - I absolutely LOVED Would Be Witch, cannot wait to get the next book :)
Can't wait to read your next book!!
bjwaldron(at)gmail.com
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But like most people, it would suck (no pun intended) to see my love ones died yet I continue on living.
What it comes down to it, it would all depend on what kind of a vampire I would be. Certainly would love to be one that wouldn't be restricted by daylight.
Okay, I absolutely love your Would-Be Witch and can't wait to get my hands on Barely Bewitched.
And Speaking of vampires, I love Gerry's Vamp series as well. Can't wait to read her next book!
Thanks Kimberly for creating PARPALOOZA Fest 2009. Maybe you can do this next time on the release of your next book? (hint!) ;)
Stef
However, there is that romanticized appeal. I'd have to be ungodly rich, young, vivacious, be able to soak in the sun, frolick in the sea...oh, you know, LIVE.
elaing8(at)netscape(dot)net
Do vampires have to diet and exercise? If not,I might be more interested.
Jane Myers Perrine
Thanks for entering me in this contest. What a great giveaway!
Lori
mrshedgy@yahoo.com
www.psychoticstate.blogspot.com
I have not read the Southern Witch series - but I have it on my wish list. :)
I have read the first 3 books in Glory's series and I've enjoyed each one.
Thank you for the wonderful giveaway.
Michelle
kweenmg at yahoo dot com
first at all - congrats for your new book! It sounds fantastic...
That's a difficult question... immortality and boundless possibilities versus a mortal life? *lol*
Honestly, I would like to meet a real vampire before I judge... like Laurie said, there are a lot of different vampires and my decisions belongs to them.
Best whishes,
Ina
I would like to be a vampire but not the traditional one. I like the ones Stephenie Meyer wrote - the good ones anyway :)
The pale skin? Check!
No problem with blood? Sure! (I'm a nurse, after all)
The ability to wear leather pants? Er, I'm working on it.
If I'd like to be a vampire? I'd haev to say no. Even tho some aspects would be pretty kool, I don't think I could stand drinking blood and no sun.
I guess be a dhampir would be great tho *winks*
I used to tell my best friend we had vampires in our family because of our fanged teeth. She believed me!!
Thank you for putting out such a fun contest. I can't wait for the new book and to check out Gerry's book.
Can't wait for book 2!!
blodeuedd1 at gmail dot com
Honestly, no, I like the day, I don't wanna look all pale. I like food, and I would not want to live forever.
Haha, thanks!
Morning Glow
ohmorningglow AT aol DOT com
Kate
neverendingshelf@gmail.com
I'm excited to be able to celebrate by giving away books! This week is going to be so great! (AND I've got some guest blog spots at other places to give away more of my books, so there will be lots of chances to win this week and next!)
Wendy - you asked if BARELY BEWITCHED can be read before WOULD-BE WITCH. The answer is yes, It definitely can stand alone.
But it is interesting to think about. Mmm...
Linda
The old Nosferatu ones?
Surely not.
Anne Rice impotent?
Nah. Too depressing.
But there are some vampire kinds of the more humorous writers I pretty like.
I would prefer being a bottle-kid, but I could live with blood sucking because I would hunt down evil does.
I always wanted to be a superhereo, if I was a vampire I could surely turn good.
However there are mentioned downsides... I love cooking. Okay I could probably be happy with cooking for others, but the weight issue... well :/
I don't want to be stuck like that for eternity and I would like to have at least on immortal partner
Else it's no fun:(
So if I ever would turn vampire I would surely do good for the world.
But if I was offered if I wanted to be or not I would have a hard time and probably say not if these aren't very cool, modern vampires.
signed, Kate
debby236@att.net
I'd miss the sun but wowowow think of everything you'd see!
1) I would have to be a vamp without a sun allergy.
2) I would have to have an afterlife partner so I wouldn't be lonely.
3)I would have to drink synthetic blood, the whole biting thing just ain't happenin'
Great interview Gerry luv your books, can't wait for Vampires Hate Their Thighs.
Kimberly, its a good thing Barely Bewitched is out soon while I'm waiting for Gerry's book
william.eaves@insightbb.com
No, the vampire lifestyle is not for me. I am too much of a morning person. I would be friends with a vampire, though I wouldn't want to be the buffet.
I do love a good read and Would Be Witch hit the spot, I can't wait to read the next one!
Val
lastnerve2000@gmail.com
Debby G.
brodythewildchild@yahoo.com
Don't get me wrong, I'd be alright with some awesome powers and stuff, but vampirism just has too many negatives to make it my go to choice.
Now if the question was "Would you like to be a werewolf?" Well that would be a whole different deal.
i am not familiar with your books, YET! i will definitely be looking for you at the bookstore.
:-)
brunigirl05@yahoo.com
-Lauren
lauren51990 AT aol DOT com
delilah0180(at)yahoo(dot)com
I don't really like the idea of the blood drinking or the liquid diet because I too love food. (Although all the great sex doesn't sound bad. hehe!)
I wouldn't mind the vampire super powers because doesn't everyone want to be a super hero at some point in their lives. I guess the real issue then is living forever and I am really unsure about that.
All and all I am up in the air about the whole thing, but realistically I have to say no. Although I wouldn't mind dating a vampire. J/k!
Then I think of my family and friends and seeing them die before me and .... I don't think I could do it. :(
Debby Creager
cleo@hbeark.com
Mel K.
Meljprincess AT aol DOT com
melacan at hotmail dot com
P.S. Loved Would-Be Witch and can't wait to read book #2!
Please count me in.
cindyc725 at gmail dot com
shannon@justanothermusing.com
Donna
bacchus76 at myself dot com
throuthehaze at gmail dot com
Larena
want to own all your books!
Dottie :)
mtjameson1 @ yahoo . com
Fun to think about (and pretend at Halloween!)
Miranda
mdwartistry at yahoo dot com
However, I don't think I would enjoy the blood. I love food too much. Have a great day.
house_mouse88 at yahoo dot com
joderjo402 AT gmail DOT com
I can't wait to read Barely Bewitched and Gerry Bartlett's books always make me laugh
hdtermite (at) yahoo (dot) com
These books sound SOOOOOO good! I'd love to read them!!
I too would need to lose several pounds! Too much work! LOL
I LOVED Would be witch and can't wait to read the next one!
So, no, thank-you, I'll not take the vampire ticket.
Eagerly awaiting the next book!!
robertmoonson@hotmail.com
I think I'd like all the benefits of being a vampire - hearing,strength, live forever; but would hate the "do I have a soul or not" question. And I'd have to ponder it for all eternity, because really there's only one way to find out - gah!!
Thanks for the contest.
booklvrjen@gmail.com
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Kalikafreak @ Yahoo. com
Okay, so I'm trying to decide now if I would "go vamp" or not, and I've been looking over everything you guys have said.
On the one hand:
- super strength
- super speed
- perfect skin
- no need to exercise
- can get even with evil-doers (like murderers or former gym teachers)
- might find eternal love with eternally gorgeous guy
- will have eternity to read books
- don't have to get up early
On the other hand:
- might get a cavity in a fang and have to go to dentist (though in one of Kerrelyn's Sparks's books a problem with his fang is how the hero meets his love)
- have to drink blood
- have to give up food
- have to give up coffee
- might not have enough in retirement fund to cover expenses for eternity. (Can vamps claim social security?)
- no sunshine (do spray tans work on vampires?)
- loved ones die (unless they get turned too)
- pets die (unless they can be turned. Vampire pets? The humane society would so be coming after us I think.)
My list is almost balanced. I'm going to have to keep thinking...
wandanamgreb (at) gmail (dot) com
simplymel65@hotmail.com
have to decline! If I was meant
to be a vampire, that is how I
would have arrived on this earth.
I would also have been slender,
gorgeous, tall and had curly hair! Alas, it was not to be!!
Pat Cochran
But then I would also love to be a shape-shifter too... The endless possibilities!!!
Please throw my name in the hat for a chance at winning!!!
alliwantandmorebooks(at)gmail(dot)com
I hope everyone has a great day and wonderful tomorrow!
Here's what I think about being a vampire: they seem to have super tasty sex! Now, that can't be bad!
If you could also maintain an intact soul, drink coffee, and include friends and family in your fabulous fang-y life, why not? I would have to go for plant-based or synthetic blood, though, except for special friends...
I'm already nocturnal, love the night. I can turn family & friends. Go anywhere in the world, just think about how many libraries & book stores I can visit for an eternity. Woo-Hoo!!!
I can be around for the Kindle 3,000,000 DX or whatever they invent next.
witchywoman064(at)yahoo(dot)com
I watched Interview recently, and I love that bit at the end where he adjusts the lace cuff of his sleeve.
Marian - mdperera at hotmail dot com
Beverly R lilhn1@hotmail.com
Please pop over to Day 2's comment section to enter to win there!
Although, I really love reading about vampires!!
Hugs,
Tambra
Hugs,
Tambra
Gerry Bartlett