The “I’ve never tried Meljean Brook’s Guardian series but I’d like to!” FIRST BLOOD giveaway*
*Or, for some, the “I tried her work once and it didn’t totally click for me, but I’m willing to try again!” FIRST BLOOD giveaway.
I’ve got twenty-five copies of First Blood sitting in a box, and they want a new home. If you haven’t read any of the Guardian series but have been considering it (or if you have and are on the fence about the series, unsure if you want to go any further) then just leave a comment below by September 1. On September 2, I’ll randomly choose twenty-five names and send them a copy of First Blood.
“Thicker Than Blood” is the sixth story in the Guardian series, but — in my opinion — it stands alone really well. Characters from other books in the series do make an appearance, but they only exist to serve the purpose of Jack and Annie’s story. Click here to learn more about the anthology and to read an excerpt from my novella.
Like all of my contests, this is open to readers in or outside the United States.
Good luck!
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Note to my regular readers: Never fear! I’ll be having another one soon that will include you

Well, as a new fan (read your fic in the Wild Thing anthology, then Demon Night), there can never be too many giveaways.
Especially now that I have so many of your books on my TBR pile for as soon as I finish this latest deadline. Great job.
Oooh! I loved reading your books. I can’t wait to read this one even if I do have to go out and buy it.
oooh. sounds like it’d be a great read.
oooh. sounds like it’d be a great read.
I haven’t read, but you are definitely on my tbr list….lol. I discovered Google Reader over the summer. I am discovering so many new authors I want to discover!
Natasha
Embarrassed to admit I have a copy of Demon Moon sitting here with a pristine cover, never cracked open. So I’ve purchased, but haven’t yet read. Does that count?
I’ve been following you on Twitter & saw your tweet about the giveaway tonight. I haven’t had a chance to read your work yet, so this sounds like a great way to add one of your books to my TBR pile (an upgrade from the TBR list!)
Brand new to your books, but I’m all over any book with the title Demon Angel! So I’m grass-green new.
If I say that I’m an ex-nun, do I get brownie points?
Oh, cool!! I would love to read the story in First Blood. Lisabea and the other blog girls talk about you and your books so much I’m beginning to feel left out. And hey, gotta support a fellow redhead.
Ooooh! Someone told me about this and I’m so glad! You are on my TBR list but I haven’t picked up one of your books yet. Please include me in your drawing.
I would love a chance to win this…I have all your books sitting in my tbr pile. Wow, twenty five copies…what a great contest.
I’m always looking for new authors to try!
Oh, I would totally love the opportunity to check out your series. I haven’t yet, but I’m definitely interested.
I would love a chance to read this. Thanks
Would be exciting to get to try!
I would love to try it out!
I’ve never read your work before but I’ve heard great things about it, so it would be nice to get the chance to win this!!
Never read anything by you, but seems pretty awesome. And I love reading. I would love a copy!
I’ve never read your work but this book sounds really interesting and I’d love to give it a try!
I’m another person who has not read anything yet, but I do consistently hear about the books in the romance novels community and am interested in trying them out.
A post on my friends list informed me that I simply MUST try reading your stuff, and since I never pass up an opportunity to read a good story (or get free books) I thought I’d give it a shot and enter! I would love to give your work a try.
I read #1 but not anything since then. I’d love to try out #6 nonetheless.
I’m a newbie and I’d like to give it a try.
*crosses fingers*
(sent here by Jill Myles)
You are on my current wish list after I clear out some of the books on my To Be Read shelf. This would definitely bump a few authors out of the way.
I’ve never read the books, but I’m always excited about reading new things!
I’ve never read your books either, but hey. You’ve got a link to Wolverine&Jubliee.com on here. I say that’s all the proof I need that I’m going to like you.
I’d love to win!
(I’ve become a fan via Jill Myles and Ilona Andrews)
I haven’t read your books yet, but you are on my list of new authors to try, thanks to SBTB!
Me! me!
Count me in, please and thank you! =)
My friend, Ciara, has spoken very highly of your books and this sounds like a great way to jump into a series! I would LOVE a copy of your book. Thanks!
Judging by your titles, and extremely pretty covers, I would love your books. I want a copy!!! (If not, I’m sure I’ll get around to getting a copy through a bookstore, but hey. Ex-starving student takes what she can get.)
I didn’t see any of these books in the bookstore last time I went, which was a shame–it sounds like a fun series! *is highly interested*:slashyhug:
I would love to read this!
I would also love to be added to the draw. You come very highly recommended so my fingers are crossed that I get picked.
I’m another newbie, and I’d love to be added to the drawing!
I have never read a Meljean Brook novel. I was toying with the idea of purchasing one to nibble on and see if my brain finds it tasty. I like even better the thought of tasting a free book!
ooh,that book looks splendid. id love a chance to read it.
Hi there, heard about you from Ilona Andrews blog and I’ve been meaning to try this series for a while now, so I’d love to be included in the draw!
I am one of those hestitating, so please count me in.
Have seen your books on Amazon but have yet to make the plunge. Too many books and too little money…the eternal riddle stricks again, lol.
I’d love to win a copy, I’ve thought about buying some but I’m currently trying not to buy books until I get the bookpile into a reasonable shape i.e. not mountainous.
I would love to be added to the draw – this is naturally if you are prepared to post out to the UK.
Liz
Ooh, I’d love to try that! Please enter me in the drawing.
Sounds good to me. I’d love to try it out!
ooh… put me down, please! Always looking for something new to take my money away!!!!
Thanks for the opportunity! I’d love to read it.
I haven’t read any of your books , but they are on my wishlist and I’d love to read one!
Thanks for this giveway. I’d love to read this book.
I recently add you to my to-try list, but I’ve read any of your books yet.
Count me in
! I would love a chance to read this book.
Oooohh count me in.
Win or lose this book will be added to my library!
cheers!
A friend of mine recc’ed that series to me…I can start by hopefully winning this contest XD
Ooh… I read the story in WILD THING and have DEMON ANGEL on my TBR pile… but haven’t read it yet. Does that count? *looks hopeful*
:bmww:
I’m always up to try new series! :slashyhug:
I am always looking for new things to read and would love to be able to give this a shot!
Thanks for the opportunity!!
Katie
I would love to be entered into the contest.
Lisa
I have not read any of the Guardian series. But, I want to.
I would love to be entered into the contest.
I would love to be entered into the contest.
Ilona mentioned this and said go see and comment, so I comment. I heart the batman smiley’s though….:boggle: :bmww:
I would like to be entered into the contest
*hangs head sheepishly* I’d never actually heard of you until today. I think I’ve seen your books in the store. I’m always up for trying something new.
I have to add to the list of never read a Meljean Brook novel! But that doesn’t mean I haven’t wanted to! So, when Ilona Andrews pointed to this, saying you were an auto-buy, I had to give it a go. Enter me, please! Eh…that doesn’t sound right, somehow…
I was referred to this page by a friend who said I “absolutely, without question must read one of your books this very minute.” So here I am, checking out your books and trying to decide where to start.
Here’s my try at tossing my name into the hat. Thank you for the opportunity. (YAY books!)
Haven’t tried them yet, but am willing!
I’d love to win a copy of this book! You rock for having the contest.
I followed the link from Ilona Andrews livejournal. :joker:
I have been meaning to try your books. I have the first one sitting in my tbr pile for longer that I’d like to admit. Maybe this will give me incentive to read it and if so then series ho that I am I would have to read the rest lol
I’m always looking for new vampire series. I’d love to check these out!
Ooohhhh….I’ve been hearing good things about the guardian series and it’s definitely on my list to try. I so want in on this contest…..mmmm…3 in 1 odds at the moment.
I love vampire books! Your books are on my TBR list. I would love to get a copy!
Please add my name to your contest. I keep thinking about trying your books as Ilona Andrews on her site, and several people on yahoo’s pnr group, have talked them up. Although my husband probably hopes that I don’t win as each new author I like adds several more books to the bookshelfs and/or pda.
I have never read one of your books, but I have been meaning to because I hear so much about them from people I admire.
Awesome contest
I haven’t read your guardian series, but I’d like a chance to try
Hugs, Danette
Me me! I’d like to try!
Heard about this contest from Ilona Andrews blog. I’d love to try your books out!
Hey, I’ve never tried… oh, wait…yeah I have.
Tried it. Loved it.
Wowee
I’d love a shot!
I have not read any of your books, and I would love to win a copy.
I would love to try this out! Thanks for the contest to give the opportunity
I’d love a shot! I’m always up for reading something new.
Always willing to give something new a try!
I would love to be entered in this contest
I have you in my TBR pile. I’m sorry to say I haven’t had the pleasure of reading somerthing by you yet. I’ve heard great things.
yes please!!!:razz:
oooooh yes yes yes please!!!:razz:
Ah, it’s true. I’ve never read Meljean Brook.
And, er, the only Susan Sizemore work I’ve read has been her e-mail….hrm….
I’ve been introduced to your books in a roundabout way through Ilona Andrews’ website, and while I always thought about getting one, I never had the proverbial “kick in the pants” to investigate your series. This would be a fun way for me to start:)
I’ve never read any of your books and to be honest, a lot of the positive reviews have scared me away more so than if I had seen some negative stuff. Plus, your books and characters seem so epic to me, as in there is just so much story I have to follow that I’ve been afraid to invest in that I guess. Maybe starting off with a novella will ease those fears. I would like to win if that makes any sense.
I’d like to give the Guardian Series a try!!
This book is on my wishlist, so I would love to win a copy.
I never read any of your books but I’m looking forward to it!
Kazdreamer’s been poking me FOREVER to read your stuff. This is a great time to start…
I would love to read it. I’ve heard a lot of good things about the series, just haven’t gotten around to trying it yet.
I have never read your works but I would love to give it a try.
Jaci Burton mentioned your books. I’m very interested in reading this series!
Valerie
I have never read any of your books. I would definately love to and I definately want to give the guardians a try.
I also heard about you from Jaci.
I’ve seen your books and they do look interesting, but I’ve never read one.
I’m a new fan, just read Falling for Anthony and ordered Demon Angel from Book Depository, so I’d definitely like to enter for this!
Oh wow! I loved the Wild Thing anthology story. Giveaways are always awesome. Go you!
~~Elaana
Akk, sorry if this gets submitted twice, my internet hiccupped.
Like many, many others I simply love your books. The Guardians is one of my favorite series and I can’t wait to read the next ones you have planned for us.:smile:
Hi Meljean,
Your in good company – I’ve read and enjoyed Erin McCarthy’s and Susan Sizemore’s books. Thicker Than Blood sounds like a good story. Reading anthologies is a great way to try a new author. Would love to win a copy of First Blood.
I haven’t read them, which I think horrifies the other duckies at TGTBTU. They lurves you.
A friend of mine recommended your books recently and I’m waiting for her to let me borrow them. They look really good.
i’ve heard of this book but have never read it i would really like to though
I’ve heard wonderful things about your stories but I’ve not had a chance to read any myself yet!!
I would love the opportunity to get a copy of First Blood. I haven’t read any of your books but am a huge fan of Nalini Singh and it is from her myspace page that I found this link. I am definitely putting your Gaurdian series on my TBR list, I am always happy to find more books to read,
!!Thanks so much, Chris
Enjoyed reading the excerpt for “Thicker Than Blood” and would love to read more! Please enter me in your giveaway for a chance to win a copy of First Blood.
So a blip on you on Nalini’s blog and thought that your books look interesting, and I would love to try out your books.
Hi Meljean,
So, I see your name all the time over @ Lora Leigh’s blog. The ladies there rave about you. I have to be honest I thought I had not read one but I own ‘Hot Spell’. Well I just went & pulled it & I’m going to do a re-read. I am very new to finding out about all this great information on the web so I have started a list of books to check out & will definitely do some homework this weekend.
I would love to win a copy to get me started!
Thank you ,
Susan B.
sbussey AT windstream.net
Definately count me in the contest I love reading your books Meljean!
Awesome contest! I just read about this on Book Binge’s blog. I would love to be entered to win First Blood.
Hi Meljean! This is a very generous giveaway. I would love to be entered. I’ve had First Blood on my wish list and look forward to reading it. Thank you for giving us a chance to win this book from you.
Hugssss
LindaH
I keep hearing great things about this series but I have not yet picked up one of the titles. So i’m up for the giveaway!
I’ve never read your work but I’d love to give it a try. It’s highly recommended.
p.s. I love the look of your site.
Hi Meljean. I started Demon Angel a month ago and haven’t been able to get passed chapter three. I’m positive this has more to do with my mood than anything else, because the story so far is intriguing. Anyway, I think this is a cool contest and would love to be entered.
What a wonderful giveaway. I haven’t read any of the Guardian series yet, but had a great time paging thru the excerpts for this anthology.
Interesting! I would so love to read this!!! *crosses fingers*
I haven’t read any of your books but then I read your sample chapter for Demon Bound. I loved it! And I can’t wait to read the whole book! Now I have to read ALL your books in the Guardian series! I would love a chance to win a copy of First Blood!!
Thanks Meljean for a chance to enter this awesome giveaway!
Ooh! I’d love a chance to read this! I keep hearing so many wonderful things about your work and I’m definitely interested!
I have never heard of your name before actually… though paranormals have been a more recent acquisition in my book pile. I read hoards of historical and contemporary romances. I’m always up for learning about a new author.
Hi, I’ve never read any of your books before, and I’d love to try one.
I also think it’s wonderful that you’re opening this giveaway to readers worldwide. On behalf of all international readers, thank you very much.
~ Jace, from sunny Malaysia
My so many entries, I’m quite curious about the book since it seems right up my alley. *crosses fingers* Good luck to everyone!:joker:
I have never read one of your books before and I am quite curious about the books. They sound very intriguing and I would like to get the chance to read one.
I shamefully admit I havent read one of tour books. I’ve been meaning and hopfefully I will!! I’d love a chance to win this book though!
I’ve been intrigued by the series, but I rarely buy pb these days and stick to stuff i can get in electronic format, which only the latest are, and i’ve been unwilling to jump into the middle of the series. So, I don’t want to go to the trouble of getting pb on the chance i won’t like it.
I think my favorite so far is Demon Angel. But can’t wait for more!
They talk about you quite a bit everywhere so it is high time i give it a try .
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Thank you anyway for giving some the opportunity to try (after all you could have try to make more money
Hi, I have no particular reason for not reading your books – other than too many books, too little time! Would love to start with the anthology, thanks for the offer.
I am always interested in reading some new material – sounds very interesting – please include me in the drawing.
Thanks!!
I’ll be honest, not only have I never read anything of yours I’ve never even heard your name before. I’m wondering what rock I’ve been hiding under. :brickwall:
Anyway, I’m here now so I’ll explore and find out all your dirty little secrets, what? Oh, you’ve got nothing to hide! I’ll explore anyway, and you can thank Shiloh for pointing me in your direction.
RC
I have been meaning to read your books for ages, but just haven’t managed to get around to it.
Well, as a fairly new fan (read Wild Thing anthology, then Demon Moon) I say let there be more contests!
sounds interesting…LOVE the covers.
I haven’t had the opportunity to read a Meljean Brook’s book yet, but I am always up for trying something new.
I’m a fan of your work and I’ve wanted to check out this series…I just haven’t gotten to it yet.
. But even if I don’t win a copy…I’m totally reserving a copy at the library I work at.
I have seen these books at the local bookstore…but haven’t yet had the chance to pick them up to delve into what I am sure is an exciting world of demons.
I am a paranormal fantasy reader and I just can’t get enough of this genre. I think it gives writers such freedom in creating their characters and the worlds they lived in. Hopefully, you will consider me throwing my hat into the fray and I can honestly say I can’t wait to start reading!!
Thanks!
I’ve not read your series, although just glancing at the cover it looks like something I’d be interested in! I am the one who judges covers, after all! http://judgeabook.blogspot.com
I’m always looking for new authors to read and these are in my favorite genre! Would love to give them a try.
Saw your contest and thought I’d give it the good ol’ college try! Can’t wait to get my hands on this anthology any way I can!
Add me to the list for the contest! I would love a kick start into the series!
I’d love to read First Blood!
I’d love to try reading your writing, Meljean–thanks for the contest
(Here from Shi’s blog)
I would like to read this book! Thanks!!!
I’ve always meant to pick up your books, and I’d love to give this one a try!
i was directed here by a friend, who knows i never read your books before, please eenter me
Love to enter the contest. Thanks.
I want to enter the contest too.
Sounds like a great opportunity to broaden my reading scope
Count me in.
Pick me! ‘Cause um.. my birthday is the 3rd
Hey! I’m always looking for a new urban fantasy series, and would love to try your books!
“I’ve never tried Meljean Brook’s Guardian series but I’d like to!â€
Ditto!
I love this genre, but have not yet had a chance to pick up any of your books – would love the opportunity to win one!
Oh, I just saw your books for the first time. Unfortunately they aren’t available in Germany (yet!), but I’d like to read them!
Stationed over in Germany and can not find your books here. Found my first book of yours while on vacation. Loved it! Win or not I intend to order them.
MJB. I heart you. Just sayin.:mrgreen:
I’ve been really enjoying how you alternate the short novellas with the novels. They’re such fun!
Would love to win the book and read it as your story sounds really interesting and I haven’t read anything by you before.
Oh and I got linked to the contest because of Shiloh Walker’s blog who highly recommends your books.
Way cool! I’ve heard great things about this series, but haven’t yet read it.
Came right over to your site when I read about the contest on Urban Fantasyland.
I’ve never read any books in the Guardian series, but it looks like the sort of thing I would enjoy! What a great giveaway!
Hi Meljean!!!
I know, I should be reading your books, they are exactly what I love to read, paranormal and romance! And too fell in love with the excerpts and all!! And I will get to these Guardian books! I got my son leaving to college tomorrow so now its my time! I’d love to be in the contest for FIRST BLOOD anth!! Thanks.
I’ve never tried them out, but I am a sucker for paranormals!:wink:
I’d love to be entered. Your books have a great reputation in the romancelandia blogosphere, but somehow I’ve not yet caved. Time to go spelunking? :joker:
I’m interested to see what these books are all about…count me in!
I’ve never read anything in this series yet and would be interested in giving it a try. Thanks for the contest!
I would love to have a copy of your book. I have heard good things and I would love a copy to read. Thanks for the chance!
I only discovered my love of paranormal romance last year. I’m new to the scene and can’t wait to discover another amazingly talented writer!!
I’ve wanted to try out this series for awhile now…so many books, so little time lol
never read your brand or u b4
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I’m squeaking in under the wire, but please enter me, if I’m not too late! I’d love to give your books a try.
i would love to read this.