Happy Friday!!! For me, this week has seen quite a bit of pirates. Yes. Those swashbuckling, totally suave yet sexy men wielding pistols, cutlasses, swigging rum and swiving wenches. But the pirates I'm talking about are one woman men and they're dangerously seductive. Also, the sun decided to come out after a jillion days of fog. At least on the coast. My favorite photographer/author is burning up the Time Travel charts on Amazon of which I'm doing a giveaway of her book. I've reached 200+ followers which might be a drop in the bucket in comparison to the established blogs but I'm also doing a giveaway for that too. Holiday books are showing up at my door, my local Michael's craft store has all holiday decorations 50% off and I bought a half naked man yesterday.
Now on to the good stuff. You can play along too, just leave a comment at the end of the post.
Here are this Friday's favorites:
Gossip Girl on Netflix. The first 4 seasons are streaming and I can't get enough. It's deliciously scandalous and I have a girl crush on Leighton Meester aka Blair Waldorf. I'm catching up on all the seasons I missed, as in seasons 2-4. I discovered the books in high school and totally loved them. I really like that the show doesn't fully go plot by plot according to the books, it's quite refreshing.
Shana Galen's THE ROGUE PIRATE'S BRIDE. For those of you who have access to Netgalley, I recommend on requesting this book. It's just gah! I want to tell you but at the same time I don't. At least not yet. The book release February 2012 so I'll be posting a review a month before. Seriously, the cover is gorgeous, the story is just quite... and there's something about a man named Bastien.
Completely gratuitous. You're welcome.
A shirtless Henry Cavill. What? In case you haven't noticed, I've got a thing for Henry Cavill (rhymes with travel). He's dirty, he's hairy and he's buff. Holy Tudors, is he buff and scruffy. Thank you director of Superman. I'm crossing my fingers for a naked Henry a la Tudors season one episode one. That picture is NSFW. Seriously.And mark your calendars for 11.11.11 because that's when Immortals comes out.
eBay. I love this site. It helps fund my romance book addiction and as of right now, I've got an iPad2 fund going. I'm $200 short so all things Twilight that have been sitting in a box in my closet are going up for auction. Yeah, I went through a phase. Judge me all you want but Edward Cullen is going to get me that new iPad2. I've been DYING for one. Or even a tablet of some sort. I just want it so I can finally read Jenn's book in the way that it was meant to be read or viewed or ogled. (Take your pick.)
Warehouse 13. Oh man. Thanks to Aislynn at Stitch, Read and Cook turned me on to this series. The first 2 seasons are streaming. Basically, these 2 ex-Secret Service agents are transfered to the middle of where South Dakota to search out artifacts that make people do crazy things. I spent 2 days watching the series and am anxiously awaiting for the current season to stream.
What about YOU? Any new books this week that you picked up? How about a new TV show like Once Upon A Time? Share in the comments.
Bring your pictures, snark and droolage to Twitter tonight using the #ManCandyMonday hashtag at 8PM CDT (6,7 and 9 for the rest of us). We, the Man Candy Monday Babes, are not held responsible if you get in trouble with your boss, your spouse, your significant other or nosy neighbor, if you get caught staring at hot man-ness. Please view responsibly. Happy Monday Man Candy Babes! *sigh* This was much harder than I thought it would be since today’s theme is Brit Man Candy. It's all about the accent and our preconceived notion of excellent lovers for which I blame historical romance books. They've been portrayed as rogues, rakes, scoundrels and ravishers of innocent women, which appeals to many of us. I may or may not put extra pictures of Henry Cavill on here (hellooo bulge of steel!)
So here it goes. Less words, more pictures.
There's a little something there for everyone. I may have gone overboard on the Henry Cavill pictures since originally, that was the theme. What's that? Hugh Jackman's not a Brit? Well, he can do the accent so that counts. Right? RIGHT? Oh and Gerard? Um, he's in geographic proximity. Who's that next to Captain Jack Harkness (Torchwood)? Why that's Rupert Penry Jones, Richard Armitage's co-star on MI:5 (Spooks). I may have thrown in a picture of Michael Fassbender next to James McAvoy: 2 for the price of 1. That Neville Longbottom has sure grown up. :)
***originally posted on official Man Candy Monday blog***
So I've been busy lately and have neglected you all dreadfully. For this I apologize... with Henry Cavill.
See ladies, he's sorry too. Forgive me?
So, August has been crazy. I went to RomCon in Denver and it was awesome. There are not enough exclamation points to tell you how excited I was to be going. I'm going to do a full RomCon recap but I will tell you it involved riding crops, handcuffs, red rope and tying a certain hot model up with said rope, kilts, margaritas and so much more. Oh, and if you missed the last episode of Romance Latelyyou can see our recap of RomCon. I'm the one wearing the mask.
August is also my birthday month. Of course I need to wait to the very last day of August to celebrate but that's fine because I'm not ready to age another year. But I am ready for presents, I'm always ready for presents. I also like giving presents and that's why I'm having a special Birthday Giveaway... more on that later this week!
I've also been planning new things for For The Love Of Romance. I'm going to start putting up my reviews. I have a lot to put up from my reviewing over at The Season (ps The Season is having a big giveaway for their 2nd Anniversary. Lots of book and a chance to win your choice of e-reader.) So along with my Season reviews I'm going to start doing some here.
Now that I have rambled a bit I'm going to tell you what my plan to take over the world is. Well, not the world but you know what I mean. I want For The Love Of Romance to be a place where we all can get together and talk about romance. You are the reason I wanted to start a blog. So, to take over my little area of the blogasphere I'm having a follower giveaway.
Yes, I am bribing you all to come listen to me ramble. What's in it for you? Well, let me tell you:
1. Jenn LeBlanc's illustrated romance novel The Rake and The Recluse (an e-copy) once I reach 40 followers. 2. A $10 gift card to Amazon.com once I reach 50 followers 3. An e-book of your choosing (up to $7.99) when ever I reach 60, 70, 80 and 90 followers. 4. The Grandprize! When I reach 100 follower one lucky person is going to receive a $25 gift card to Amazon.com, 2 of my favorite books of this year, and 2 books of your choosing. And when I saw books, I mean actual books unless you prefer the e-books.
Now, what kind of hoops am I going to make you jump through? Well... none. All I ask is that you follow using the Google Friend Connect. Once I reach the next milestone I'll put up a post and all you have to do is fill out the form with your name, address and email. Simple, yes?
I'm not against bribing either so I give you Richard Armiatge. And It's his birthday! See we were meant to be, same birthday month!
So there you have it. My plan to take over the world, one follower at a time.
As I try to make For The Love of Romance a fun place, what do you want to see on the blog?
Er, yes. You read that title correctly. Today's theme for Man Candy Monday on Twitter is sweaty man candy. Which is pretty much a free-for-all. Join us every Monday on Twitter at 8pm CDT (6,7,9 for the rest of us) and us the hashtag #ManCandyMonday. Bring your pictures, links and snark. The men can be dressed, half dressed or even nekkid (please add a warning to these, there may be other people around so we don't want any of the ladies to open the link and go--EEP!).
So here it goes:
Well, they ARE sweaty. Henry is dirty and sweaty. Ryan is just plain sweaty. And Jamie is also dirty and sweaty.
There will be MORE hot sweaty men on Twitter tonight so don't forget to join us. Bring your pictures, stay an arms length away from your keyboard (drool and electronics do not mix), and clothing is optional (on the men, and if you are comfortable like that, just don't let anyone else know.).
Happy Monday Everyone! I hope everyone had a good Mother's Day yesterday. I went shopping with my Mom to Peddler's Village in New Hope, PA. It was so nice out here in Jersey that walking around outside was fabulous. We even went in this hat store and tried on a bunch of hats and fasinators. Sadly, none were right for me but I'm not giving up hope! I will find one! I also was a nice daughter and bought my Mom and my Aunt (also my Godmother) dinner since she was going to alone with both her husband and son working. So get double points! What did you ladies do for Mother's Day?
Don't forget today, like all Monday's, is Man Candy Monday. Our topic this week is Professor Man Candy. or, how I like to think of it: Hot Guys in Glasses. Example: Matt Bomer
The fabulous Ana Farish will be blogging at the Man Candy Monday blog about those sexy intellecual types. Now, unfortunately, none of my professors at school were anything special but maybe that's a good thing cause I'm sure I wouldn't get any work done if I was staring at them. There is something sexy about a smart man because let's be honest, you can be hot as can be with a 6pack of abs, chiseled cheeks and baby blue eyes but if you can put a sentence together then I'm so not interested. (I'll still look though lol)
Now, I also suggest you head over and visit Kati at Romancing Rakes because she has some super sexy guys in glasses. And she is also pimping a new obessions of ours: DH you may have seen him on the cover of Jenn LeBlanc's The Rake and the Recluse. PS... It's an Illustrated Novel! That means there are pictures inside the book! How awesome is that?!? Oh, and the pictures... HAWT!
You know the drill, come hang with us on Twitter 9PM EST/6PM PST and all those times in between. Feel free to bring pictures of hot guys and share, just don't forget to use the hashtag #ManCandyMonday
Now, I'm going to be a good girl and listen to Professor Cavill.
While I'm gone... Did you have any hot professors in school? Any scandalous stories about you and the TA?
Good Monday morning to you! It's that time of the week again, Man Candy Monday. Join us this evening at 8PM CDT (6 , 7 and 9 PM for all you others-including me) on Twitter. Share photos, video clips, and stories on Twitter. Be sure to use the hashtag #ManCandyMonday.
So in the spirit of MCM, I give you:
I make passes at hotties in sweaters and glasses...
Yes, in honor of Ana Farrish's post for the Man Candy Monday blog (all about professor man candy), I give you Mr. Henry Cavill and Mr. Richard Armitage in glasses and sweaters. When I think of professors or TA's I always picture them as thus. If only my TA's or professors looked like them or looked super sexy in glasses, I would've paid more attention in class. No, really. I would have.
P.S. The hottie in the middle is DH. He is the VERY good looking guy on the cover of Jenn LeBlanc's The Rake and the Recluse. Yes, I am pimping out her book. Right here. It is a must buy! Buy it as an EPUB, Kindle edition, trade paperback or limited edition print. (please note: the Kindle and EPUB editions have a lot more pictures than the printed ones) Plus, DH looks great almost nekkid. Heck, just buy the book for the pictures. You won't regret it! I mean, come on! Look at the awesome gif on my sidebar.
So, what about you? Did you have any professors or TA's that looked like either of these men? Or do you have a favorite professor man candy?
Oh Henry Cavill today is your birthday and I have a feeling that there will be many pictures of you on twitter today. But for me... this is my favorite.
I know that Kati over at Romancing Rakes is celebrating Henry's Birthday with him in his Birthday Suit (I mean it's only proper, it IS his birthday)
Now, sadly, this handsome devil went and got himself engaged the other day. Apparently know one told him that I was single and availible, just waiting for him to propose to me. *sigh* I'm sure he will see reason soon because as long as there is no ring on his finger then there is still a chance. (please don't crush my dreams and tell me otherwise)
So on this Cinco De Mayo I wish you a very Happy Birthday Henry!
Happy Sunday everyone! It's another edition of Six Degrees Sundays. Last weeks challenge was: Can you find 6 degrees between Richard Armitage and Henry Cavill? Start with Richard. And here are the answers (I found 6 ways)
4 Answers After the Jump (shirtless, gorgeous, swoon worthy men and Natalie Dormer) :
Way to go Jamie!
Challenge: Can YOU find 6 degrees of Henry Cavill? Start with Alex Pettyfer.
So this past week has been AMAZEBALLS! Book releases, a certain movie trailer I have been desperately googling and couldn't seem to find, a certain book I have been waiting for what seems like FOREVER and of course, the royal wedding as the icing to this 5 tier cake. (Hmm...wonder what kind of cake Prince William and Catherine Middleton will have and how many layers.)
11 Scandals to Start to Win A Duke's Heart by Sarah MacLean- Words cannot even begin to describe how I feel about this book. It seems like I've been waiting FOREVER for this book. So many questions have been answered. The most pressing question: will Simon Pearson, the Duke of Leighton finally get the stick out of his arse? The uptight Duke of Disdain has finally met his match in fiery Italian beauty Julianna Fiori, half sister of the Marquess of Ralston. And you'll never see the mother of all scandals coming. So let me leave you with a little teaser:
"Here, nothing trumped the holy trinity of tradition, reputation and title."
Movie trailer for Immortals- I don't have to really explain myself regarding this. 6 words: Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill half naked. Now for your viewing pleasure:
Glee's 90 minute episode- Gleek Out! A dancing flash mob at the mall, Rachel Berry almost getting a nose job, Quinn Fabray's Extreme Makeover, the Glee kids learning to love their imperfections (Trouty Mouth t-shirt anyone?), Santana and Karofsky making a deal and oh, Kurt comes back to McKinley High. Oh, and for next weeks promo at the end of the episode, KRISTIN CHENOWETH as April Rhodes comes back! Eep!
Prince William and Catherine Middleton- Um, yes. I'm not sure why I'm loving them but the excuse to wear a tiara and break out the champagne at 1 AM while watching their wedding is enough reason for them to make my Friday Faves. Plus, she shares my namesake. And I get to post this side-by-side photo of the real Kate and Wills and TV's Kate and Wills:
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 Movie Trailer- This 2nd part of Deathly Hallows is going to be EPIC! Just watch:
So, what are YOUR five friday favorites? (I know all of you are drooling on your keyboards while watching Henry Cavill in the Immortals trailer.)
Hope you all are having a great Sunday! It's another installment of Six Degrees Sunday. Today, I bring you the answers to last weeks challenge: Can you find 6 degrees of Henry Cavill? Start with Alex O'Laughlin. There are 4 ways (I found) to connect these two good looking men.
Why yes, I did cut the picture of JRM and HC in half.
I didn't have enough room to do the last one. The picture would have been ginormous. It would not fit in the post properly. So I will just share it here:
Alex O'Laughlin--->The Backup Plan w/Jennifer Lopez--->Gigli w/Justin Bartha--->The Hangover w/Zach Galifianakis--->Up in the Air w/Anna Kendrick--->Twilight w/Kellan Lutz--->Immortals w/Henry Cavill
So there you have it. Now if only Alex O'Laughlin and Henry Cavill would do a movie together.
Challenge: Can you find 6 degrees between Richard Armitage and Henry Cavill? Start with Richard.
