Thursday, July 26, 2012

Hero Hop Giveaway Contest!


Hello, and welcome to Studio M! 
 
My name is Paul Lee. The ladies here love to call me 'Paulie' - sort of their little inside joke, I suppose, what with me being the only guy working at this luxury spa and salon. Most of them think I bat for the other team, which is fine by me. The typical women I work on here - well, they're not exactly my type anyway, so it all works out just fine.  
You're probably wondering at this point, how I got into this business. I mean, sure, there are guys who do this sort of work. But I guess I don't really fit the expected mold for it, or something. My boss has been trying to get me to change that, to polish up my image, but I like my jeans and boots. The clientele doesn't seem to mind, and I'm here to cut hair, not model.  
Which brings me to how I ended up here. I actually tried the modeling thing for a while. Sucked balls at it. I guess I don't take direction well. And, ironically, I hated the superficial b.s. involved.  
Okay, okay. Truth is, I kind of got blackballed. A girl I was dating at the time came on-set to visit me, and one of the photographers made a derogatory remark about her weight. I might have sort of nicked his chin with the Cartier ring they had me wearing. Hey, just because I worked with a bunch of shallow-minded, bone-obsessed nitwits doesn't mean that's who I want to share my bed with! I love women of all shapes and sizes, but if I can have a choice, well... Give me curves and softness any day.   
Anyway, before that mess, one of the makeup artists had found out my secret - that before I got into modeling, I cut hair at my Pap's barbershop. I was good at it, too. Too good, Pap used to tell me - guys just want a cut and a shave, not fashion and art. So sue me for being creative, okay?  
Long story short, that makeup artist felt sorry for me and put me in touch with a friend of a friend, and I eventually made my way here, to this Spa for the Rich and Elite with too much time and money on their hands!  
Besides work, I love my motorcycle, old-school country music, mystery novels, and ice cream. My dream girl is - well, you'll see.   
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Read more about Paul Lee and his dream girl in
Deluxe Package

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And now, for the free stuff!

If you've come here for the Hero's Hop, you're in for a treat! The overall Hop has three really sweet grand prizes: 
1st Grand Prize: A Kindle Fire or Nook Tablet
2nd Grand Prize: A $50 Amazon or B&N Gift Cart
3rd Grand Prize: The swag pack shown here: 


I know, right?!

All YOU have to do to be in the running is leave a comment below with your email address where Carrie Ann can reach you if you win! The deal with blog hops is that you hop from blog to blog and leave your mark to up your chances. So follow this humongous list of fantastic authors, check out our heroes, and hopefully win something awesome! 

But wait! That's not all!

In addition to the grand prizes, I will be giving away a digital prize package of my own to a lucky commenter on this blog. A Deluxe Package, in fact! Yep, someone will get a free e-copy of my short story, as well as an e-copy of Water of Life by Rhys Astaston, and Sex, Lies, and Inventions by Abigail Barnette (those two will be e-gifted via All Romance eBooks, and require a working account, subject to availability).

To qualify, simply leave your comment below and tell me which summer blockbuster superhero/supervillain you think is sexiest: Iron Man, Black Widow, Thor, Hulk, Captain America, Loki, Batman, Hawkeye, Cat Woman, Spiderman, or The Lizard (hey, it's Rhys Ifans). Make sure to leave your email address, and ebook format preference! 

ALSO, you can increase your chances of winning by adding me on twitter and adding Deluxe Package to your GoodReads list! Just make sure you let me know you did so in the comments, and I'll put your submission in an extra time. (This applies to my giveaway only).

And finally, don't forget to hope on over to the other blogs in the Hero Hop Giveaway! Thanks for reading, and Best of Luck!

45 comments:

  1. The sexiest? Hmmm, tough one. (Loki) Well, it all depends on what you find sexy, right? (Loki) I mean, is it just looks? (Loki) Cuz, looks alone then Thor or Black Widow would be it. (Loki) If it's the boy next door, then it's Cap (Yeah right, Loki). If it's brains, then Bruce Banner is the one (Anger issues. Green is so much better on a real god. Loki). If you're into bad rich boy, then it's Stark (Who needs money when you're with a god? Loki). If you want someone who can stay on target, then that's Hawkeye. (LOKI!) Or...hmmm, I think I have to go with Loki. (The only real choice, really ;)

    Congrats on your first blog hop, luv :)

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  2. Tough ?... I don't know, I've always thought Catwoman was sexy. Always a little bit bad and good girl!
    modularmates(at)comcast(dot)net

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  3. THOR!!!!! I adore Thor and the movie was actually fun. thanks!
    sstogner1 at gmail dot com

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  4. i'd go with THOR hands down and the avengers was awsome!!!!!!!!!!!

    parisfan_ca@yahoo.com

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  5. I'm a sucker for the welshman - so it's Rhys Ifans for me .. he's got that quirky unexpected little boy lost appearance that can be so sexy..

    glhince@gmail.com

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  6. Awesome excerpt! It kinda puts me in mind of the movie Hair. Thanks for the giveaway.
    molly(dot)frenzel(at)gmail(dot)com

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  7. Thor is the sexiest of them, though I am also a Iron Man fan, and Robert does do justice to the character.

    fiza700[at]gmail[dot]com

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  8. Hm, I'd say it's a toss up between Thor and Hawkeye. I'm leaning more towards Thor though.
    Enjoy the hop.
    bidelia78@yahoo.com

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  9. I have to say I am favoring Thor!
    Yvette
    yratpatrol@aol.com

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  10. Definitely Spiderman! Many thanks for the giveaway and the awesome blog hop. Preferred format is PDF if I win.
    tamsyn5(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  11. I know this will sound unusual, but I have not gone to the movies in many years. It makes it difficult to answer his question, but from the picture I saw, I'll choose Thor. Following you on twitter (@wolphcall)

    Wolphcall(at)bellsouth(dot)net

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  12. I am all about Iron man! It may be because of my obsession with robert Downey Jr YUMMY! Thanks Carin
    mawmom(at)gmail(dot)com

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  13. I love Thor...

    ronnkelly3@aol.com

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  14. LOVE LOVE LOVE Batman. Christian Bale can save me anytime ;)

    Thank you for the opportunity!
    brunettelibrarian AT gmAil . c0m
    The Brunette Librarian Blog

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  15. Mmmmmmm Hawkeye for sure *dreamy sigh*
    achbarrow(at)gmail(dot)com

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  16. I have always really liked Batman.
    sqwalker2@hotmail.com

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  17. I love to hop!

    lena.grey.iam@gmail.com

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  18. Definitely Thor, YUMMY! Especially the Chris Hemsworth one ;)
    Although if you add the X-Men as contenders, I love Wolverine.
    manning_J2004 at yahoo dot com

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  19. Oh it's gotta be Thor. I love long hair! Plus he learned a lot about himself in that movie and seemed to grow up a lot.
    Thanks for a chance to win your prize plus the generous grand prizes being offered in this hop.
    luvfuzzzeeefaces at yahoo dot com

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  20. Thor is definitely HOT, but Batman has to be a close second.
    Thanks for the giveaway and for being a part of this blog hop

    cms72023(at)gmail(dot)com

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  21. I'm with Batman baby!
    Thanks for the giveaway and enjoy the hop!

    justjanhvi at gmail dot com

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  22. Loved the post of "Deluxe Package" & have added it to my TBRs on Goodreads. Thank goodness for that app on my phone. My favorite superhero/villan is Thor. Thank you for participating in this blog hop & the giveaway.
    JessieL62@comcast.net

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  23. Paulie sounds YUMMY! I love the bad boy type and he would fit in well. My superhero for the Summer would have to be Thor. I love a man with long hair. He is delicious. :)
    If I won I would prefer a Kindle copy or a PDF, which ever is easiest. Fanbtastic post.
    Debdebss@yahoo.com

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  24. <^_^>
    Thanks for being part of the hop and for the chance to win.
    reneebennett35(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  25. Thanks for the chance to win :) raynman1979 at yahoo dot com

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  26. Love Christian Bale as Batman!

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    elizabeth @ bookattict . com

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  27. Now that sounded like an awesome excerpt. Thanks for the giveaway!
    DawnSullivan88@verizon.net

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  28. I really like Batman Christian Bale can't wait to see this movie! Thank you for the great giveaway!
    tishajean@ charter.net

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  29. Oh, Ironman! Loved Paul's post. Thanks for the giveaway!
    suz2(at)cox(dot)net

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  30. I've always been a Spiderman girl, I can't help it. Growing up, I never missed an episode of The Amazing Spiderman, the tv show that was made in the late 70s.

    Thank you for participating in the hop. I'm discovering so many new authors :) And thank you for the giveaway.

    I added Deluxe Package to my shelf on Goodreads. My profile name there is MichelleW.

    msromanticreads(at)gmail(dot)com

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  31. I have to agree with Thor, he is so yummy. Thx for giveaway.

    blinkysthebest at aol dot com

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  32. First of I don't know how to follow you on twitter, I can't find your twitter UN, I added your book to my GB TBR(~♥Minnie♥~) and follow you here by GFC(Minnie Medina).

    Now my fave one has to be CA. After all it isn't always you have to heroes in one! ;)

    minnie2297@yahoo.com

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  33. I love Thor! That strong, hunky and arrogant superhero who learned a little humility and figured out the good and righteous guy always wins!

    ivegotmail8889@yahoo.com

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  34. Definitely Thor!! smwr324 at yahoo dot com

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  35. i could not find your twtter but you can hit me desitheblonde and i take you on and then put the book on my good read as desiree reilly
    ilike the cover of the book great color
    the hero we have are the fireman here they are risking there live her in 110 heat
    desi the blonde at msn dot com

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  36. Iron Man is the one. I love RDJ and I really love the rugged mature actors.

    koonie2888 at yahoo dot com

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  37. I like Thor the best! All his muscles :) I prefer Kindle format as well. Thank you for the chance to win - Deluxe Package looks super interesting! I've also added you and the book to my GR acct!
    Jesscaashley(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  38. I think X-Men's super Hero ageless wonder Wolverine/Canadian..yayy..! is such the altimate bad/kickass of all time..! He does & says wat he wants but his Love is 4 1 woman..:D Great giveaway..thanQ
    redz041@yahoo.com

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  39. Only pick one? Love Tony Stark, Robert Downey Jr is just hot. And Thor hot damn!

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    beckerjo at verizon dot net

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  40. My favorite is Iron Man. I think hes so hot!! Great movie too! lol Thanks for the fun hop and the awesome giveaway! Ya all rock!! :)
    shadowluvs2read(at)gmail(dot)com

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  41. Iron Man is my favorite! He is sarcastic, funny, handsome, smart, and a hero. Thanks for the giveaway!
    flava_sava_chick@yahoo.com

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  42. I enjoyed reading this! Nice to see a hero that isn't so run-of-the-mill.

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