Monday, May 30, 2011

Blog Tour de Troops

Hanover Fist
Happy Memorial Day!
This weekend we're joining over 30 authors in Blog Tour de Troops, our way of thanking our troops for keeping our country safe and free.
If you're following the tour, you probably came from Louisa Bacio's blog. Her book "The Vampire, the Witch, and the Werewolf" takes place in my home town of New Orleans...a little steamier than Dime Store Novel, but it looks like a good read. If you haven't dropped by her blog, please do so.
The next stop on the tour is Tracy Bull's blog. Tracy is not only a writer, but an artist. Her literary book, Fragments, is getting great reviews. So be sure visit her after you've gotten to know us a little.
I'm Hanover Fist. The story of my rather unusual birth is told in "From the Gator's Mouth", the ebook we're giving away FREE to anyone who comments on this blog. We're also giving away one to a troop for each unique commenter. I think you'll like my godfather Swampy. At least one reader did. You can read her review at Kona's blog.
To celebrate Memorial Day and thank the troops who keep our land free, I'm going to tell a story about my friend Spooky Fox. Then I'm going to turn the blog over to the three beautiful women who share my adventures to express their gratitude in their own way.
First a little about my military service. I was drafted into the Navy in 1918. But, unlike the men I trained with, I never saw combat. You see, the smallpox vaccination made me sick. The military doctors had never see the likes of my illness and had too send me home. But that's another story for a later book.
Today I want to remember my good friend Spooky Fox. Spooky and I trained together before the smallpox fiasco. He was from Chicago and his parents had money – something to do with the railroads, I think. Spooky was a good guy...one of the best. He didn't look down his nose at anyone and was always willing to share his wealth. Well, before getting shipped out, we had to do a survival weekend. We were taken to a spot in the swamps and had to survive off the land. It wasn't a big deal for me. Swampy had taught me a lot about fishing and tracking, so I wasn't worried. But Spooky wasn't going to have any part of roughing it. He found out our drop point from an acquaintance who'd been through it before and arranged to have a five course meal flown in by crop plane. What a guy!
I contributed to our feast by calling on some nymph friends of mine. Spooky really hit it off with Sunshine. Of course, as far as he knew she was just a woman. She kept her claws well hidden.
Anyway, Spooky went on to serve in World War I, the War to End All Wars, and the Korean War that proved wars would never end. We kept in touch over the years until he went MIA in Korea. I like to think he met a nymph there to keep him warm until he grew old and died. But who's to say. All I know is that he did his part in keeping our country safe and free. Thank you, Spooky and thank you to all the service men and women.

Toledo Cats

As a healer, I'd like to thank our troops, not only for their service in times of war, but for the assistance they give during disasters, natural or otherwise. I sincerely hope reading "From the Gator's Mouth" will bring a smile to your lips and help ease your stress.




Regan Worth
I value my right to say and do as I please above all else. So, please continue to fight for my freedom. I might not give thanks often, but I do give it where it's due. So thank you, troops at home and abroad.



Mary O'Malley
As the daughter of a police officer, I was taught to value public service. I'd like to offer thanks, to all men and women in uniform. You protect us from dangers we can see and those we can't.
Please make sure to leave your email address with your comment. And remember, you will also be entered in a drawing for a Kindle.



Previous Stop                                         Next Stop:
Louisa Bacio's blog                               Tracy Bull's blog 


118 comments:

  1. Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to help a soldier.

    leanne_gag[at]hotmail[dot]com

    ReplyDelete
  2. Thank you for helping the troops.

    Email:

    fdhelp AT gmail DOT com

    ReplyDelete
  3. Thank you for stopping by. This is an exciting opportunity and I'm proud to be a part of it. I hope you both and the soldiers enjoy our book.

    ReplyDelete
  4. Spooky sounds like a real card. What a great idea this was.
    lvs2dv@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  5. Sounds very intriguing! :) Thanks for being part of the tour.

    -Jeremy Rodden
    jeremyrodden@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  6. Thanks, Penny and Jeremy. We have fun writing our Dime Store Novel series. I hope you enjoy all the characters. And yes, I have a feeling Spooky will be making an appearance in an upcoming book.

    ReplyDelete
  7. Hey, it's such a great opportunity! Thanks for being part of it, and for giving me the chance to be part of it myself!
    my email: forestlove at abv dot bg

    Best of luck!

    ReplyDelete
  8. You're welcome and thanks for stopping by. Your coupon is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  9. Thank you for being part of this and sharing your story.

    Have a great day!

    Stephanie
    ladybug07999@yahoodotcom

    ReplyDelete
  10. Thanks for stopping by. I hope you enjoy From the Gator's Mouth.

    ReplyDelete
  11. I'm sorry Swampy went MIA in Korea. I like the idea of him finding a nymph to grow old with too.

    My email address is rivawriter at yahoo dot com. Thank you for your book.

    Also, if it is possible, I would appreciate it if you could see the soldier's copy of your book goes to Private Zach Schaneberger. He ships out in less than forty-eight hours and I know the time he spends reading is time he doesn't spend worrying or missing everyone back home. His email is zach dot schaneberger at gmail dot com.

    Thank you so much for all you do. - Tracy

    ReplyDelete
  12. Thanks for stopping by, Tracy. I am happy to send the coupon directly to Private Schaneberger. I hope he is safe on his tour of duty and that he finds comfort in the pages of our book.

    ReplyDelete
  13. As a military wife I love seeing all this wonderful support for our troops. I am lucky to have my hubby stateside, but my heart and thoughts go out to all those serving overseas. Thank you for being a part of the Tour de Troops!

    miranda_lynn2001(at)live(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  14. This is a wonderful way to support the troops and thank you for being a part of this!
    pam_lash at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  15. Thanks for supporting our troops. I would like to read your book.

    Alan

    wd9irv@aol.com

    ReplyDelete
  16. Thaks for supporting the troops!

    scrugglenamp AT aol DOT com

    ReplyDelete
  17. hi Rachelle and John! thanks for supporting the troops and for being gracious. please send a copy of your book to any soldier since i don't know anyone. thanks again! c",)

    aobibliophile(at)gmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  18. Thanks for supporting the troops, congrats on being on the tour!

    Barb
    barb@barbriley.com

    ReplyDelete
  19. Thanks for supporting our troops! Freedom is not free. Thanks for the free book.
    sundevil007 at hotmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  20. Love the title of the book. Thanks for doing the tour.

    koonie2888 at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  21. This blog tour is a great idea.

    James R
    jamesemr(at) gmail (dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  22. Thank you all for stopping by. I am awed by all the support -- and the day has just started! Michelle, I'm glad you like the title. The book coupons are on their way. Enjoy!

    ReplyDelete
  23. Thank you for joining the blog tour. The troops are going to love all of the books they receive. God Bless

    Anita
    ams06189 at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  24. You're welcome. I'm glad to have this opportunity. Thanks so much for participating on the tour. Enjoy the book!

    ReplyDelete
  25. As a disabled vet, I would like to thank you for helping the men and women serving in the armed forces.
    There are times a good book can come in handy.

    John [@] johnpoindexter [dot] com

    ReplyDelete
  26. Hi Rachelle and John!

    First, thanks so much for being part of this awesome endeavor!

    Second, your book sounds awesome!

    shiderly77@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  27. I'm loving this tour. It is allowing me to read about authors and books I normally wouldn't see. Thanks for participating in this tour honoring our military.
    photographsmile@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  28. You're welcome everyone, and thanks so much for stopping by.

    John, we appreciate your service and sacrifice you made to defend our country.

    Your book coupons are on their way. I hope the story makes you smile.

    ReplyDelete
  29. Thanks so much for offering your story to the troops away from home.

    Siobhan
    nevadafoxATgmailDOTcom

    ReplyDelete
  30. You're welcome, Siobhan. Thanks for stopping by.

    ReplyDelete
  31. Thank you for supporting our troops.
    rljohnson(at)rljohnson-writer(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  32. Thanks for participating in this awesome event.

    Calophi AT gmail DOT com

    ReplyDelete
  33. You're welcome. Thanks for stopping by. Your coupon code is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  34. Thank you for sharing your work with the troops and us.

    mariebwolf(at)laposte(dot)net

    ReplyDelete
  35. Thank you for participating in this tour and for giving me the chance to help a soldier.
    From the Gator's mouth sounds like a fun read!

    methom@earthlink.net

    ReplyDelete
  36. Thanks for participating in the honoring of our troops with this tour and sharing your ebook, which looks very interesting. Really enjoyed your post.

    Judy
    magnolias_1[at]msn[dot]com

    ReplyDelete
  37. Thank you for stopping by. I hope you and the soldiers all love From the Gator's Mouth. Your coupon is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  38. Thank you so much for supporting our troops. They will love all these ebooks!

    todd at orting dot com

    ReplyDelete
  39. You're welcome, Todd. I hope so. I hope you enjoy yours too -- the coupon is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  40. Thanks for participating in the tour and for the book.

    kolists a\t gmail dt com

    ReplyDelete
  41. Thank you for supporting our troops in such a meaningful way! I know that for me reading is a way of taking a mini vacation. If your books allow even one soldier the same chance to "get away from it all" for a little while then it will have been worth it!

    iarvd@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  42. Hi and thank you so much for participating in this program. What a great way for all of us to help the troops.

    Dale (bdmayer2002@gmail.com)

    ReplyDelete
  43. Exactly how I feel about books...and I really hope it will help. Thank you both for stopping by. Your coupon is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  44. Thanks for supporting our troops with this blog tour. It's a great thing you all are doing!

    lauralynnelliott@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  45. You're welcome, Laura. I'm glad to be able to do it. This has been the best Memorial Day ever.

    ReplyDelete
  46. Thank you for doing your part in supporting our troops by giving them a little time in a world far away from the one they are in.
    christygibbon at juno dot com

    ReplyDelete
  47. Thank you for stopping by, Christy. I hope you and the troops enjoy your time in the world we've created.

    ReplyDelete
  48. Thank you for supporting our troops! Escapism within a book is a wonderful gift for anyone, but especially a soldier.

    ReneeRearden(at)yahoo(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  49. I am a born and raised military brat that married into a military family. I support our troops and their families for the sacrifices they make and are willing to make for us. I love that you and the other authors are donating some of your works to the soldiers to offer an escape.

    redneckinn2006@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  50. Thanks so much for supporting our troops. I also would love to read your book. pringpringles@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  51. Thank you all for helping us make this happen. We are proud to be able to offer our troops a little escape. Your coupons are on their way.

    ReplyDelete
  52. Being the wife of a veteran, I'm filled with pride at seeing all the support pouring in for the troops. I know it means a lot to them to know so many people are behind them. Thanks for being a part of the tour.

    kelli(dot)mccracken(at)gmail(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  53. Thanks for stopping by, Kelli. I'm ecstatic at the response to this tour -- and the difference it will make to the troops.

    ReplyDelete
  54. Thank you for participating in this tour and supporting the troops. :)

    reikibirth at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  55. This is a wonderful blog hop. Thanks for participating and supporting the troops.

    beckerjo at verizon dot net

    ReplyDelete
  56. Thank you for taking part in this. I'm finding so many new authors by this and for such a good cause. :)

    olethea@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  57. Thank you for participating in this wonderful event!

    lucetlady at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  58. I find this event truly wonderful. I think "giving back" is so important and this is a really great way to do it.

    Your book sounds fascinating! I look forward to reading more, and I bet some soldier out there will really enjoy it, too!

    m_kitaki@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  59. Thank you all for stopping by. We're so happy we have this opportunity. We've wanted to share our books with the troops for some time...now it's happening.

    ReplyDelete
  60. I am so pleased to be able to meet new (to me) authors and read more about their work. Thank you so much for participating in the blog Tour de Troops. You incredible generosity is appreciated. Our troops give us so much of themselves and without them we would not have the freedom to choose our life paths. I also thank you for allowing me to give to them by proxy through your giving and sharing in your blessing.

    dz59001[at]gmail[dot]com

    ReplyDelete
  61. I love the way your blog is written. Is it anything like the book? Thank you so much for participating in this effort for the troops. Three generations of my family include service members. My email is talesfromshrimps at hotmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  62. This is awesome. My husband is a vet and my father and FIL were vets. Thanks!

    wulfshado (at) gmail (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  63. Thank you for your offer and for supporting our troops! I look forward to reading your book on my kindle.

    carolewooten at sbcglobal dot net

    ReplyDelete
  64. Thanks for participating..it's been a lot of fun.
    Karen in Breezy Point
    kmartin at uslink dot net

    ReplyDelete
  65. Thanks for participating in the tour and bringing a little light into the lives of our troops

    nwilson at sportsfive dot net

    ReplyDelete
  66. Hi I read the review of your novel on Kona's blog and "thought what great accolades", I then discovered another of my friends Katie is your sister in law. I had to take a look for myself at your blog and work and wanted to join you in supporting the Troops! Kudos to you I am not in the US Military, in fact I am not an American but I am a member of, Doctors Without Borders. I am often placed with US Forces Personnel and I owe my security to them while I am doing my work in other Countries. Great group of people with much integrity and fortitude. New Fan I enjoy your style. Cheers Dr Rick

    ReplyDelete
  67. Thank you all for visiting and helping us send a bit of mental release to the troops.

    Michele, the blog is written in the voices of four of our characters in the Dime Store Novel series, so it is somewhat like the books. However, From the Gator's Mouth is the story of Hanover's birth, so you'll really learn more about the other characters, especially Swampy and Agatha.

    ReplyDelete
  68. Happy Memorial Day from one Blog Tour de Troops author to another! I am so glad so many people are turning out to support our troops! Thanks so much for contributing :-)

    ReplyDelete
  69. Cheers to you too, Dr. Rick. What you do with Doctors Without Borders is amazing. You are truly a selfless person. Thanks for stopping by and posting such a wonderful message of support. Your coupon is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  70. Hi,

    Thank you for participating in the "Blog Tour de Troops". I do not have immediate family in the service right now, but my grandfather fought in WWII and my uncles fought in the Vietnam War. I greatly appreciate what you and the other authors are doing for our men and women in service.

    Thank you to the men and women in service for the sacrifices that you, and your families, make each and every day. Thank you for keeping America safe and the things we take for granted each day because of what you do.

    Go USA,
    Pinky
    pink.maiden@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  71. Thanks so much for partipating in this awesome event. My dad and hubby are both Marine Corps Veterans. Semper Fi!

    kathleen_howard2003@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  72. Happy Memorial Day to you too, Craftycmc! The turnout has been remarkable.

    Pinky, thank you for stopping by and for your heartfelt message of thanks.

    ReplyDelete
  73. Kathleen, thanks for stopping by. Sorry for the sequencing issue. My fingers are not fast enough to keep up with this terrific show of support for our troops!

    ReplyDelete
  74. Looking forward to reading your book. Thanks for participating and thank you hero soldiers and sailors for serving.
    marce_hall at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  75. Looking forward to your book.
    Thanks for supporting our troops:)

    earthsbooknook at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  76. Thank you so much for your generosity! I'm amazed at the number of books that will be going to our soldiers!

    elena(at)elenagray(dot)com

    ReplyDelete
  77. Thanks for stopping by. It is heartwarming to see so much support for the men and women who serve our country.

    ReplyDelete
  78. Thank you for supporting our troops!!
    t_manfredi@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  79. Thanks for stopping by to show your support. Your coupon is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  80. Thanks for your support of our troops.

    ReplyDelete
  81. Thank you so much for supporting our troops and participating in this tour. Can't wait to read your book.
    scarlet_kira(at)live.com

    ReplyDelete
  82. Thank you for participating in the tour!

    buriednwords AT gmail DOT com

    ReplyDelete
  83. Thank you for stopping by. I'm e-mailing the coupons now.

    ReplyDelete
  84. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to help support our troops.
    They deserve all the support we can give them.
    Leslie
    lesliebandura at verizon dot net

    ReplyDelete
  85. You're welcome. Enjoy your copy of the book.

    ReplyDelete
  86. Thanks for supporting our troups! What a great idea. Freedom is definately not “FREE”. I am so thankful to those and thier family that serve in out miliary.
    forettarose@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete
  87. as the wife of a disabled veteran, I thank you for joining this blog hop.

    bmcbroom AT gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  88. Nifty way to do your post! Thank you for supporting the troops.

    FatesTwists AT yahoo DOT com

    ReplyDelete
  89. Thanks for supporting the troops. Happy Memorial Day!
    Sue B
    katsrus@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  90. Thanks so much! Interesting blog. I look forward to reading your book.
    rachelcccr at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  91. Thanks to you all for helping us send many soldiers a copy of our ebook. Enjoy!

    ReplyDelete
  92. Thanks for supporting our troops through this blog tour, it's a great idea.

    jessicaanne@adventureswiththreegirls.com

    ReplyDelete
  93. thanks so much for giving our troops their own little get away with your book! I look forward to reading it!

    practimom (at) yahoo (dot) com

    ReplyDelete
  94. The book sounds quite interesting. Thank you for being a part of such a great event. I've gotten to hop around on each of all of the extradordinary blogs of authors I had never known about till quite recently and have enjoyed every minute of it. I hope to build further friendships with each and every one of my fellow writers and authors and everyone I've met along the way!


    LizzieBeth1095@sbcglobal.net

    ReplyDelete
  95. Already a huge fan! I just wanted to drop by and say thank you for all that you are doing to support the troops and see what you are up to on the Tour! Love the piece Hanover did on Spooky....my kind of guy!

    I can't wait until your next novel comes out to see what other adventures are in store. Keep bringing us the smiles and great adventures.

    :) Lisa

    ReplyDelete
  96. Thanks everyone for dropping by and supporting this wonderful effot. This has been incredible. The next novel is very close...probably late June :)

    ReplyDelete
  97. Thanks for supporting our troops! I look forward to reading your work.
    amberlinaann@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  98. Thanks for stopping by. The coupon is on its way.

    ReplyDelete
  99. Thank you for you support of our troops in the awesome event!

    mrsthanosthemad at gmail dot com

    ReplyDelete
  100. Thank you for supporting our military! As a veteran with 20 years of service, I can tell you that these books will be appreciated!!

    Erik

    balitiger at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  101. Thanks for supporting our troops

    janitsakis.....maoreo@hotmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  102. I come from a large family of service men and women, My grandfather, his 3 sons and 21 of my 27 cousins have all served or are currently serving our great country. Thank you for taking the time to honor all those who have served!
    Marie, email: Snlmangofreak at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  103. Thanks for sharing the story of Swampy. After reading your post, I am really looking forward to reading your book.

    Appreciate your sharing and participation in the tour.

    ReplyDelete
  104. Excellent! Thanks for stopping by. Your coupon is on its way. Enjoy!

    ReplyDelete
  105. Michelle, I'd love to send you a coupon, but you need to leave your email addy :)

    ReplyDelete
  106. Thanks so much for being part of this wonderful event!

    Terri

    ReplyDelete
  107. Thanks for doing this for our troops!

    smohr4u@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  108. Wow, so many comments. This Hop is great!
    jepebATverizonDOTnet

    ReplyDelete
  109. I don't know if there is still time to get in on this, but I'd like to comment so that a troop can receive a copy. Thank you for participating and supporting the troops!

    JaidisShaw at yahoo dot com

    ReplyDelete
  110. thanks for offering your book as a free read!

    ReplyDelete
  111. forgot the email. sarah.bernzott@gmail.com

    ReplyDelete
  112. Thanks for supporting our troops this way. Send my ebook to ackleybj at verizon dot net

    ReplyDelete
  113. Hi Rachelle and John,

    Thank you for doing this. Looking forward to your book. It looks very interesting.

    sidonie.wa@netzero.net

    ReplyDelete
  114. Thank you for being part of this event! It has been a lot of fun this weekend and great to know the troops will benefit too.

    Can't wait to read your book. Sounds intriguing.

    missyebookmail at mediacombb dot net

    ReplyDelete
  115. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. This has been a fantastic experience and I know the troops will be thrilled to get their ebooks.

    ReplyDelete
  116. this is such an incredible thing that all you authors have done for the troops! i love to be a part of anything that gives back to them

    meghanguarnieri@yahoo.com

    ReplyDelete