SHADOWS OF MYTH & LEGEND by E. J. Stevens (review & Giveaway)

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SHADOWS OF MYTH & LEGEND
Author: E. J. Stevens
Source: Author Submission
* I received this book free of charge in exchange for an honest review*
  • Paperback: 70 pages
  • Publisher: Sacred Oaks Press (March 3, 2010)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0984247513
  • ISBN-13: 978-0984247516
SYNOPSIS:
A collection of dark faerie tales, inspired by folklore, myth and legend, told in the haunting lyrical style of dark poet E.J. Stevens.
MY THOUGHTS:
I will be honest with you. I haven’t read poetry in a long time. Honestly, I probably haven’t read a book on poetry since high school, and we won’t even mention how long ago that was.  When I asked the author if I could review her book, it was the cover that had me intrigued. It had the goth like look to it with a paranormal feel in the writing.  Since I am a fan of paranormal books, I thought I would try to read some poetry in the genre.
Now, I want you to think about all the creatures you read about in paranormal books. Now take all those creatures and put it in poetry. That is the basis of this book.  The author has beautiful poetry featuring wolves, vampires, fae, gnomes, zombie’s, unicorns, sirens, reapers and more. Each poem is wonderfully written and has a dark feel to each one. I really enjoyed each one, and the feel of each one. 
The author has a great writing skill with poetry and it makes me want to see what could be done with a novel as well.  
MY RATING:

Outstanding Book That Will Stay On My Bookshelf
For Rereading!

GIVEAWAY
E.J. Stevens was generous enough to provide a SIGNED copy of Shadows of Myth and Legend for a giveaway.  She took it a step further and included some wonderful swag as well!  One winner will receive the following:
1 signed copy of Shadows of Myth and Legend
1 Postcard of From the Shadows
1 From the Shadows bookmark
1 Shadows of Myth and Legend bookmark
1 Shadows of Myth and Legend Magnet
RULES:
1. You must be a follower to enter.
2. Contest is only available to the USA.  
Sorry, but limited funds at this moment in time. 
This could change later.
3.  Leave a comment on this post.
OPTIONAL: 
4. Mention the contest on your blog for +1 extra entry.
(Please post the link in a separate comment to qualify.)
5.  Tweet about this contest for +1 extra entry. 
(Please post the link in a separate comment to qualify.)
6. Follow me on Twitter for +1 extra entry.
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Contest will be open until 4/3/2010 with the winner being announced on 4/4/2010
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35 Thoughts on “SHADOWS OF MYTH & LEGEND by E. J. Stevens (review & Giveaway)”

  1. Virginia C on March 31, 2010 at 6:34 pm said:

    Hi, Amy! I agree with you, the book does have a beautiful “Goth” cover. Thanks to your great review, I’m now very interested in reading this book. I’d love to win!

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  2. elizabeth on March 31, 2010 at 6:44 pm said:

    Amy, I love the cover, too! It’s very goth and gorgeous! Great review. I definitely want to read this 🙂

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  4. elizabeth on March 31, 2010 at 6:50 pm said:

    I follow you on twitter (@_elizabethjoy)

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  7. Jessilyn on March 31, 2010 at 7:07 pm said:

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  8. Jessilyn on March 31, 2010 at 7:10 pm said:

    Ok I so am JUMPING up and down right now!!! I love poetry it is one thing I know I’m good at writing and I love to read it!!
    Great contest I can’t wait to read this one- **Keeping my fingers crossed**

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  9. Courtney Barr - The Southern Princess on March 31, 2010 at 8:35 pm said:

    Yay! Oh I am so so excited for this one!

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  10. StephTheBookworm on March 31, 2010 at 8:51 pm said:

    Cool!! Please enter me into the contest. I’m a follower. That cover is beautiful!

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  11. Stacy (Wicked Walker) on March 31, 2010 at 9:23 pm said:

    I have really been wanting to read this book! I am a follower.

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  12. Stacy (Wicked Walker) on March 31, 2010 at 9:23 pm said:

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  13. Sandy Jay on March 31, 2010 at 10:01 pm said:

    I’d love a chance to win this. Please enter me in the drawing.

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  14. Lena on March 31, 2010 at 10:08 pm said:

    I would love to enter!

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  15. kimscarecrow on March 31, 2010 at 10:32 pm said:

    Ooo enter me please!

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  19. Marianna on March 31, 2010 at 11:15 pm said:

    I’m taking a poetry class this semester, so I’ve become more interested in poetry. I would def wanna check this one out!

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  20. Christa Holland on March 31, 2010 at 11:52 pm said:

    Oh my goodness. I haven’t read poetry in like a year, since I graduated, because I don’t know where to start… I think this will be a wonderful place. : ) Please enter me. & Thanks for the giveaway.

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  21. Christa Holland on March 31, 2010 at 11:52 pm said:

    I follow on Twitter! (WordsRollOn)

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  23. Christa Holland on March 31, 2010 at 11:53 pm said:

    And, I posted: http://wordsrollon.blogspot.com/2010/03/i-heart-contests.html

    I want as many chances as possible, lol. Thanks!

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  24. cait045 on April 1, 2010 at 12:24 am said:

    This book sounds unique I would love to read it.

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  25. donnas on April 1, 2010 at 3:49 am said:

    Sounds great. Please include me. I am a follower.

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  29. Myra on April 1, 2010 at 2:34 pm said:

    I would love a chance to win this. I am a subscribe and follower.

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  30. angie on April 2, 2010 at 9:16 pm said:

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  33. misskallie2000 on April 3, 2010 at 3:09 pm said:

    Loved your review. This us an unusual book but I think I would love to read it.

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  34. misskallie2000 on April 3, 2010 at 3:10 pm said:

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  35. misskallie2000 on April 3, 2010 at 3:11 pm said:

    I just tweeted 4-3-10

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