@TTCBooksandmore 12 Days of Christmas #giveaway Event | Day 1 Author Andrew Grey @AndrewGreyBooks

Happy Holidays everyone and welcome to Day 1 of                the 12 Days of Giveaways Event here at                   TTC Books and more. 

I've teamed up with 12 amazing Authors to put together 12 days of fun that will include promos, spotlights, reviews, special Christmas guest posts and... giveaways! Each day starting today and going through December 23rd will spotlight a different Author, and each Author is offering up a giveaway on their day. You could win e-books, giftcards, swag and more. So let's get this party started with best selling gay romance Author, Andrew Grey and his sweet story from the Dreamspinner Press 2014 Advent Calendar bundle, Stardust. 

Duncan is an ocean from home over the holidays and expects to spend them alone. To his pleasant surprise, one of his European co-workers, Georg, befriends him and includes Duncan in the holiday traditions of his homeland: cutting a Christmas tree under starry skies at Georg’s country estate, decorating it at the family’s city home, and shopping at the Christmas market in Munich. Both men are lonely and realize they have much in common. But Georg’s life is in Germany and Duncan’s is in Boston. With the project they’re working on nearing completion, any chance for more than a holiday fling seems as elusive as stardust.

A story from the Dreamspinner Press 2014 Advent Calendar package "Celebrate!".

E-book Buy links: DSP | Amazon
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Buy link for the Advent Calendar: DSP

Tams e-book review... Duncan volunteered to work in Munich over the Christmas Holidays so a co-worker could stay home with his expecting wife. As a single, gay man without a boyfriend or family to speak of, it seemed like a no brainer. A few weeks into the project his liaison is replaced by one tall, dark and handsome German named Georg. From the start Duncan feels very comfortable with Georg and the two share details about their lives over lunch and a sightseeing trip where Georg shares the love of his country and his home with his new American friend.

The attraction is mutual but Duncan needs a little reassuring that he won’t be just another notch in the proverbial bed post. He is leaving in a few weeks back to America, so how could a torrid affair possibly end well for either of them. The stars seem to shine down on them though, making their connection impossible to ignore. Chemistry, passion and common interests can only take you so far when you live oceans apart. Duncan wonders how he will be able to leave this man that he is falling for, but what other choice is there?

I love that Grey put time and effort into researching the area this story takes place in. The descriptions of scenery, traditions and the family dynamics of someone of Georg’s stature added a little weight to the story, making it more than just fluff and romance. Ah, but the fluff and romance were quite fun to read as well. The perfect story for the season, I think my face hurts from smiling so much. A sweat and endearing love story for all us hopeless romantics, a very light hearted read. 

Tams audiobook review... 

"Short Sweet and very romantic."

Overall

Performance

Story

Where does Stardust rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Toward the top.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Georg. I loved his accent, his character, his presence, everything.

Which character – as performed by Andrew McFerrin – was your favorite?

Georg. See above.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Short Sweet and very romantic.

I already adored this story, but adding the narration, especially with McFerrin nailing the German for Georg so well, it just took the story to another level for me. The storyline is very simple as is the narration, just Georg and Duncan throughout, but McFerrin added so much color to the words with his voice. This isn’t one of Grey’s sexier stories, it is meant to be a lighthearted romance between these two men and that was conveyed very well with the narration. This is just the perfect little story for the season… short, sweet and very romantic, especially the little blue box.

My first audio with McFerrin, but I will look for more. 

Andrew grew up in western Michigan with a father who loved to tell stories and a mother who loved to read them. Since then he has lived throughout the country and traveled throughout the world. He has a master's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and works in information systems for a large corporation. Andrew's hobbies include collecting antiques, gardening, and leaving his dirty dishes anywhere but in the sink (particularly when writing) He considers himself blessed with an accepting family, fantastic friends, and the world's most supportive and loving partner. Andrew currently lives in beautiful, historic Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

Author links: Website | Facebook | Twitter

Guest Post with Author Andrew Grey, Christmas Traditions...

Dominic and I have a number of holiday traditions. Dominic worked for ten years as a pastry chef, so a lot of what we do revolves around the kitchen. Even before Thanksgiving Dominic usually begins making his holiday cooking preparations. He makes a number of cookies including Cherry Brandy Cookies, old fashioned cutout cooking, walnut kipfle, coconut macaroons, and molasses cookies that he does especially for me based on an antique recipe from my family.  In fact as I’m writing this he’s in the kitchen filling the house with scents that have my tummy rumbling. 

It’s my job to decorate the house. We have three trees this year, one with angels in it in the living room. The bug tree is covered with pink and white lights with hundreds of birds, and the small tree in the hall had some favorite family ornaments. We decorate the mantle and dining room as well. This year I cut back just a little because of time, but the house is always filled with holiday cheer and twinkling lights. 

We do all this work in preparation for our holiday parties.  In early December, we host the Christmas party for my writers’ group. The ladies were here last Saturday and we had such a good time. They are always a fun group and I got to open my first gift of the season.  (In case you don’t know I’m all about the presents.)  The second Saturday of December is always our holiday open house where we invite all our friends and coworkers to an evening of fun, food, and conversation. I build a fire in the parlor fireplace, Dominic designs a signature drink for the evening, and the wine flows.  It’s an amazing evening and the highlight of our season. 

Of course the holidays wouldn’t be complete without holiday movies and this year Dominic and I are seeing a performance of the Nutcracker. For Christmas Eve, we have dinner plans with special friends and Christmas morning, we’ll get up early to drive to Baltimore to spend the day with my family.  I hope you all have an amazing holiday with your family filled with the traditions that make your holiday season special.  

Great post Andrew! Now for the goodies. 

Each author is giving a little something away each day. Entry is easy, just complete the rafflecopter below and at midnight each day a winner will be pulled for that days giveaway. See the complete list below for what's up for grabs and have a very Merry Christmas everyone!! 

December 12th - Andrew Grey 

(Winner's choice e-book from Grey's backlist)

December 13th - Teodora Kostova

December 14th - Jeff Adams

(1 winner e-book and audiobook of Rivals)

December 15th - Susan Mac Nicol

(Winner's choice e-book from Mac Nicol's backlist)

December 16th - BG Thomas

(e-book copy of Grumble Monkey and the Dept. Store Elf)

December 17th - Cate Ashwood

December 18th - Joe Cosentino

(Audiobook copy of THE NAKED PRINCE AND OTHER TALES FROM FAIRYLAND)

December 19th - Dirk Greyson

(Winner's choice e-book from Greyson's backlist)

December 20th - LC Chase

(1 winner e-book copy of An Unfortunate Blizzard - 

1 winner audiobook copy of An Unfortunate Blizzard)

December 21st - Charlie Cochet

($10 Amazon giftcard)

December 22nd - LE Franks

December 23rd - AE Via

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