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“Out of Africa” with Catherine McKenzie

Introduction by Gail Allison She has written four novels, three of which are international bestsellers (and let’s be honest…it’s only a matter of time before the upcoming novel achieves that status). They have been translated into several languages, including French, German, Czech and Polish.  Oh, and … Continue reading

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Sarah Pekkanen takes us on “Vacation” and has a book to give away

Introduction by Melissa Amster Sarah Pekkanen burst onto the chick lit scene just as I had started Chick Lit Central. As a result, she holds the title of the “first author to ever contact me about reviewing their book.” At … Continue reading

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No “Child’s Play” for Josie Brown…plus a book giveaway

Introduction by Melissa Amster **Giveaway is now closed** We invited Josie Brown to participate in ICLM this year because she is so in touch with her readers and enthusiastic about supporting other authors and chick lit in general. She is also one … Continue reading

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Talli Roland plays “The Devil’s Advocate” and has a book to give away

**Giveaway is now closed** We are thrilled to be one of the hosts for ICLM again this year and we have a fun theme to go along with it….Chick Lit Goes to the Movies! Both here and at our blog, … Continue reading

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The Silver Lining

Introduction by Amy Bromberg **Giveaway is now closed** Today, we welcome Dina Silver and her debut novel, “One Pink Line.” A graduate of Purdue University, Dina has spent the past fifteen years feeding her red wine habit by working as … Continue reading

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Jane Green keeps up with Ms. Jones

Introduction by Melissa Amster Given that Jane Green is one of the most well known names and faces of chick lit, it should be no surprise why we asked her to write a piece for International Chick Lit Month. You … Continue reading

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Stronger than ever!

When we had our Sibel Hodge prize package giveaway last week, we asked why readers thought chick lit was alive and going strong. We got some great responses and wanted to share a few of them with everyone. We hope … Continue reading

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Jane Porter goes country once again!

Introduction by Melissa Amster **Giveaway is now closed** I’ve been a Jane Porter fan long before I started Chick Lit Central. I even wrote a tribute to her a while back. She has this down to earth way of writing, … Continue reading

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Chick lit….the Sibel Hodge way!

**Giveaway is now closed** Sibel Hodge has become a chick lit icon! She’s always over at Chick Lit Central on Facebook talking about her books and sharing her thoughts on other books, as well. We’ve had her at our blog … Continue reading

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Allie Larkin’s infinite playlist

Introduction by Melissa Amster **Giveaway is now closed** Allie Larkin holds a special place in my heart, as she was the first author I ever interviewed for Chick Lit Central. Since that time, I read her debut novel, “Stay,” and … Continue reading

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