Friday, July 30, 2010

The Sapphire Talisman

The Sapphire Talisman, coming out in December and this may be the cover. When I look at it, I think tranquil blue waters... the beach where Julia and Nicholas hang out... and a path that leads to unknown destinations .

I love it. Do you?

I can't wait to share the sequel with you.

Mark your calendar for December 2010. We'll start the countdown soon!

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Theme Song for Emerald Talisman

When writing the Emerald Talisman, I didn't have the luxury to escape and write in a quiet place. Usually, the background consisted of The Three Caballeros or Winnie the Pooh which were my kids favorite shows at the time. During editing though, I needed to feel the heat or speed of a scene (and to be alone). I turned to trance because it's one of my favs and it's usually wordless. But when I heard Fight For You by Morgan Page, I got chills. It's kinda perfect for either Julia or Nicholas, depending on which part of the story you are at.



Morgan Page – Fight For You

Meeting you here, the night’s alight with midnight cheer
Our dust still unsettled, I feel the plucking of our petals
I’m drawing circles don’t you know, protect the seed that wants to grow
To a garden, pardon my territory

Be friendly but cautious, you’re gonna have to count your losses
Easily attracted, but dangerous to get distracted
I’m drawing circles don’t you know, protect the seed that wants to grow
To a garden, pardon my territory

I’d fight for you
I never knew that I could feel this way
I’m right for you
This kinda love don’t happen everyday

I’d fight for you
I didn’t wanna have to raise my voice
I’m right for you
You really leave me with no choice

So what do you want and what are you thinking?
Isn’t it about time you stuck up for me?
But what you can’t see is we’re under siege
And I only fight because I believe
Not gonna share you no

I’d fight for you
I never knew that I could feel this way
I’m right for you
This kinda love don’t happen everyday

I’d fight for you
I didn’t wanna have to raise my voice
I’m right for you
You really leave me with no choice

*bites lip* ... did you get chills too?

Enjoy... I'm off to finish The Sapphire Talisman.

Hugs, Brenda

Monday, July 19, 2010

Author Blog Hop

In order to support and introduce the many wonderful authors out there, Confessions of a Cheer Mom aka Lisa Sanchez is hosting the Meet an Author Monday.

If you are new to my blog, I'd love a follow and any comments you might have. I'm the author of The Emerald Talisman and you can view my trailer here: http://brendapandos.blogspot.com/p/book-trailer.html


So take a peek at the other wonderful authors on this list!

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Blog Tour coming up!

I'm so excited! The Emerald Talisman is hitting the road to destinations all over the US in August and I'm going to interviewed with various questions on these lovely ladies sites! I'm thrilled!

It wouldn't be possible without Eleni of La Femme Readers and her fabulous talents to set it all up! She's a doll and I can't wait to send her something very special for all her efforts! Muahh!

So, starting August 1st, we'll be blog hopping! I'll keep you posted!

Thanks for being such fab fans!
Hugs, Brenda

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

More Winners

Congrats to Kara who won the Goodreads drawing for a copy of The Emerald Talisman! Also, on Once Upon a Twilight, we had 4 winners for the book (Jessica T.) and 3 bookmarks (Jessica, Jessica E and Jaz). Lucky day for Jessica's it seems! I hope you like your pressies girls.

I'm going to be guest on some awesome book bloggers. My first post was on A Good Addiction with Kari. Check it out here: http://agoodaddiction.blogspot.com/2010/07/guest-blog-brenda-pandos.html

I've been busy with my youngest turning 2 this past weekend! And some new aggressive writing goals. Must finish the manuscript by my due date, Sept 1st! So much drama to write, so little time!

Also, if you have a book blog and haven't been able to get a hold of your copy yet of The Emerald Talisman (and live in the US), we are putting together a book tour for August! Please let me know right away if you'd like to participate!

Thanks for being such great fans!
Hugs always, Brenda

Saturday, July 3, 2010

Winner!

And the winner of the Choose your own Contest Contest is....

Anja Kapllani!
Her suggestion was to have jewelry made from the book and a playlist! I'm happy to say, I've found someone who can do just that! So, once they are made, Anja will have a pretty faux emerald talisman of her own and can ditch the garlic. lol. And I'm working on my playlist right now, to be posted soon!

There were so many cool ideas floating into my contest box and so hard to choose! The good news is everyone will be entered into the next contest automatically for some more Emerald Talisman goodies.

Thank you to everyone who entered.

Attn POETRY WRITERS! I'm going to be having a contest that could get YOUR work published! Write a poem (15-30 lines approx) about the Emerald Talisman. Maybe from it's point of view and it's desires as it does it's duty. I'll open my blog for entries mid/end July.