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For those seeking Olympic dreams...

THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS, BOOK I … LORI

BY L. DIANE WOLFE

Driven by Olympic dreams…

To the outside world, Lori Anders has it all. The only child of affluent parents, she is a gifted swimmer with Olympic dreams. Armed with a winning attitude and genuine spirit, Lori appears destined for success.

Yet despite her certainty in…

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on July 28, 2012 at 2:44pm — No Comments

Seizing Opportunities

My friend and fellow author, Denise, had her first eBook released today! If you need some inspiration, it's a wonderful read.

Seizing Opportunities That Propel You Forward

By Charlette Denise Sutton

Self-help/inspirational (SEL021000)

$2.99 eBook ISBN 978-0-9827139-7-6

Available in all eBook formats on November 15, 2011

Smashwords:…

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on November 17, 2011 at 10:30am — No Comments

The First Book 'Em Festival in NC!

Announcing the first ever Book ‘Em in North Carolina!

I’m thrilled to be a part of this event and helping as part of the committee. If you are an author, you don’t want to miss this event! We have a blast at Book ‘Em.

Here’s the info from the website:

Book 'Em North Carolina is scheduled for Saturday, February 25, 2012. The event will be held at Robeson Community College in Lumberton, North Carolina…

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on May 16, 2011 at 6:34am — No Comments

Looking for a book cover designer?

Please visit Craig R Wolfe's site for options and pricing on three basic packages.

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on January 18, 2011 at 1:19pm — No Comments

Do you have a book trailer?

Book Trailer Contest!

Are you an author with an amazing book trailer?

Does it put other trailers to shame?

Is it the best thing on earth since sliced bread?

I am hosting a book trailer contest, open to any author with a book trailer. Whether you created it yourself, hired a professional, or your publisher created it, you may enter your trailer.

Rules for submitting a trailer to the contest:

You must be the author…

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on December 16, 2010 at 12:40pm — No Comments

Just in time for Christmas!

My publisher www.DancingLemurPress.com is offering a buy one - get one free deal on all titles.…

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on November 19, 2010 at 6:00am — No Comments

Titles Available

All six of my titles are available retail and online, including eBook formats for the iPad, Kindle, and Nook.

Visit my website for listings and links -…

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on May 6, 2010 at 1:46pm — No Comments

Virtual Tour For YA Series Finale

The virtual tour for The Circle of Friends, Book V…Heather begins on March 9.

I will be visiting some amazing blogs, with guest posts, interviews, reviews, and giveaways - and a…

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on March 3, 2010 at 12:01pm — 1 Comment

Mystery Man Contest!

Book V of the series will be out in less than two months.

How would you like to get a copy a month earlier???

Enter the “Book V - Mystery Man!” contest!

Each book revolves around a relationship, and Book V is no different. However, while the other books overlapped, thus revealing the second main character, Book V’s story does not begin until after the end of Book IV. The young man who will change Heather’s life remains a mystery! Hint - his name has been… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on January 20, 2010 at 2:50pm — No Comments

Any Authors Interested in a Feature?

I have several opportunities for those of you promoting books this year...

The Circle of Friends Newsletter

My newsletter goes out on the 20th of each month to over 1000 fans and I feature a fellow author in each one. Feature is 500 words or less, and includes book info, bio, and links. Prefer YA authors, but will consider other genres.

Blog features at… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on January 5, 2010 at 12:19pm — No Comments

The Circle of Friends, Book IV...Mike - Available Now!

THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

BOOK IV … MIKE

BY L. DIANE WOLFE

A prisoner of guilt for so long…

Mike Taylor is the epitome of stability. His family is proud of his academic and athletic achievements at Georgia Tech, and despite the temptations of college life, he has maintained his moral standards.

Yet beneath the peaceful surface, Mike is consumed with guilt, fearing condemnation and rejection. A former girlfriend’s abortion and the intense love he feels for… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on October 6, 2009 at 7:33am — No Comments

Book IV - October 6 & Virtual Tour Dates

Virtual tour dates - interviews, articles, reviews, & opportunities to win free books!

Oct 3 - http://thebookmuncher.blogspot.com The Book Muncher – free book giveaway!

Oct 4 - http://www.spunkonastick.deviantart.com/ - Full week of stops & interviews on Deviant Art

Oct 5 - http://www.booklandheights.blogspot.com/ Bookland Heights

Oct 6 - http://www.popsyndicate.com/books Pop Syndicate

Oct 7 - http://wwwsimplymegan.blogspot.com/ Simply Megan

Oct 8 –… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on October 1, 2009 at 8:30am — No Comments

The Circle of Friends, Book III...James now available!

Now available!

See below for virtual tour dates.

THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

BOOK III … JAMES

BY L. DIANE WOLFE

Haunted by a troubled past…

The future appears bright for James Sheppard. Emerging from a troubled childhood, he is blessed with talent and a good work ethic. Excelling in his classes and at the campus newspaper, James’s goal of editor appears within his grasp.

However, years of abuse and loneliness have dampened his spirit.… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on August 18, 2009 at 4:44am — No Comments

Virtual tour for The Circle of Friends, Book III...James starts soon!

This includes interviews, articles, reviews, and MANY chances to win a free copy! In addition to the blogs that are giving away copies, the fan who makes the most comments during this tour will also win a free book:

Aug 11-Book giveaway & announcement on J Kaye’s Book Blog http://j-kaye-book-blog.blogspot.com/

Aug 13 Review & interview on TexasRed Books http://texasredbooks.blogspot.com

Aug 14 Interview on Genevieve's Blog http://caprubia.blogspot.com/

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Added by L. Diane Wolfe on August 5, 2009 at 12:59pm — No Comments

May 5th release!

Second best to your best friend...

Second best to your brothers...

First in no one's life...

THE CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

BOOK II … SARAH

BY L. DIANE WOLFE

No awards for second best…

A student at Georgia Tech, Sarah Martin is bold, intelligent, and appears destined for a career in biochemistry. But her poor self-image has been masked by behavior unbecoming to a young lady brought up in an affluent Southern family. Estranged from her… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on May 5, 2009 at 10:00am — 2 Comments

Overcoming Obstacles with SPUNK!

New Book’s Simplified Leadership Principles Benefits Those Seeking to Excel in Tough Times

March 17, 2009,– In our struggling economy, the negative impact of a dwindling market has forced many people into survival mode. Professional speaker and author, L. Diane Wolfe, has witnessed this trend in those who attend her seminars. Aware of the need for encouragement, as well as leadership and people skills, Wolfe devised a way to reach those outside… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on March 17, 2009 at 5:21am — No Comments

Defying the odds!

Prill is the author of "Defying Gravity: A Celebration of Late-Blooming Women" Her book has won international aclaim and she has traveled to some incredible places!

Her website is http://www.prillboyle.com/ and her blog can be found at http://defyinggravitynow.blogspot.com/

So without further babble from me, please welcome the delightful Prill Boyle!

Describe your book “Defying Gravity” and what all went into it?

Defying Gravity recounts true… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on February 27, 2009 at 5:34am — No Comments

Author Morgan Mandel

It is so cool the people I get to meet now!

I had the honor of interviewing author Morgan Mandel, who founded Book Place here on Ning. Thanks again, Morgan!

Tell us about Book Place!

Book Place is a ning network I created almost 2 years ago. I’d heard of Crimespace on ning and joined. When I discovered its owner was very strict about promotional efforts by the members, I decided to provide a network where members would not be afraid to promote. Actually,… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on January 12, 2009 at 5:22am — 2 Comments

Big Day at my Website!

I'd taunted my fans for months - and today, they finally got to read the big announcement concerning the future of my series!

Response has been really positive, although I am sure they are bummed that the final book won't come out until March 2010.

I also updated the site this past week with many new photos, articles and links, and I reorganized the pages.

www.thecircleoffriends.net

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on January 1, 2009 at 4:34pm — No Comments

Interview With Author Kevin Gerard

Author of Conner and the Crosswinds series, Kevin Gerard's next book, Surviving an Altered World, comes out in December. I had the opportunity to interview Kevin about his series:

This series seemed to spark to life during your childhood – did you share Conor or any of those adventures with your own boys when they were young?

Yes, as a matter of fact, a few of the Crossworlds Champions’ personalities are based on what I’ve learned about my boys during their… Continue

Added by L. Diane Wolfe on November 14, 2008 at 5:00am — No Comments