FREE/BARGAIN - Romance + Discussion - August 2014 - Page 17

Blossom · 08-27-2014, 02:11 PM

Free @ Amazon

Blindsight by Tina Wainscott
(Romantic Suspense)
Originally titled: Now You See Me
St. Martin's 2002

Blue2u · 08-27-2014, 07:48 PM

Is there an easy way to make a book file smaller? I have some books that are 8+ MB and I don't understand why.

It's been bugging me for awhile and since it's sort of quiet just thought I'd ask. If it's too involved for someone tech challenged, then don't waste your time!

AnemicOak · 08-27-2014, 08:44 PM

It'd depend on the book. If it's a regular fiction book without pictures then it's likely that the cover image is the culprit so re-saving the image with greater compression or at a smaller resolution can help. I've had a couple of books where the cover was a huge 2500+ pixel wide image saved at 300ppi and then there were also covers for each of the previews in the back of the book too.

GtrsRGr8 · 08-28-2014, 12:41 AM

Thanks to AnemicOak for a post on the Non-Fiction thread that got me rummaging around on Rosetta's website.

"Get a free download of Sherryl Woods’ HOT PROPERTY when downloading the free RosettaBooks App."

HOT PROPERTY is of the "romantic mystery" genre.

"[The app is]Available in Apple, Google Play, Nook and Samsung app stores."

For all of the relevant information, go to http://www.rosettabooks.com/blog/she...settabooksapp/.

If you sign up for Rosetta Books' email subscription, they will send you announcements of other ebooks that they give away and other goodies: http://www.rosettabooks.com/.

GtrsRGr8 · 08-28-2014, 12:46 AM

Thanks to AnemicOak for a post on the Non-Fiction thread that got me rummaging around on Rosetta's website.

"Get a free download of Sherryl Woods’ HOT PROPERTY when downloading the free RosettaBooks App."

HOT PROPERTY is of the "romantic mystery" genre.

"[The app is] Available in Apple, Google Play, Nook and Samsung app stores."

For all of the relevant information, go to http://www.rosettabooks.com/blog/she...settabooksapp/.

AnemicOak · 08-28-2014, 01:08 AM

Just FYI. Unless something has changed the books can only be read in the Rosetta app, just so folks know.

apesmom · 08-28-2014, 09:54 AM

Freebie

Perfect Partners (Love Unexpectedly #1) by Carly Phillips [Zebra Bouquet 1999]
Kindle | Kobo

Quote:

A "Love Unexpected" Novel ... No sooner had lawyers Chelsie Russell and Griffin Stuart lost their siblings in a car crash than they find themselves fighting for custody of their two year old niece. Griff wins only to discover Chelsie is the only one who can sooth the child's night terrors and fears. Chelsie and Griff bond over the little girl and their growing sexual desire is mutual. But Chelsie's been hurt before and Griff isn't sure he can trust the woman who once tried to take his niece away. What will it take for these two unexpected lovers to believe they can be perfect partners after all?

Jane A · 08-28-2014, 11:55 AM

The first three books in Kristen Ashley's Unfinished Hero series are on sale for .99 at Amazon. Must in preparation for Deacon, the next book to release in that series.

Also at Kobo for $1.09

BelleZora · 08-28-2014, 12:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jane A

The first three books in Kristen Ashley's Unfinished Hero series are on sale for .99 at Amazon. Must in preparation for Deacon, the next book to release in that series.

Also at Kobo for $1.09

Thanks! They have dropped to .99 at Kobo, and they are couponable.

Jane A · 08-28-2014, 01:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BelleZora

Thanks! They have dropped to .99 at Kobo, and they are couponable.

Oops, I must have skimmed that! And couponable, too!

Blossom · 08-28-2014, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blue2u

Is there an easy way to make a book file smaller? I have some books that are 8+ MB and I don't understand why.

It's been bugging me for awhile and since it's sort of quiet just thought I'd ask. If it's too involved for someone tech challenged, then don't waste your time!

Two things cause that. Fonts and Images. I'd get rid of the fonts then resize any pictures that are huge in size.

mrscoach · 08-28-2014, 08:28 PM

Kobo won't sell me "Creed" by Kristen ashley. It was there on the page, but when I clicked on it it said it was it was no longer available. What? How does an ebook become unavailable? Now it isn't even showing up in search results.

Guess Amazon will get my dollar.

ScalyFreak · 08-29-2014, 12:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrscoach

Kobo won't sell me "Creed" by Kristen ashley. It was there on the page, but when I clicked on it it said it was it was no longer available. What? How does an ebook become unavailable? Now it isn't even showing up in search results.

Guess Amazon will get my dollar.

Same thing happening to me. It comes up in search, but clicking on it says it's no longer available.

apesmom · 08-29-2014, 10:09 AM

Penguin pre-order (11/4) currently free on Kindle. My guess is this is an Ooops.

Heart Fire (Celta #13) by Robin D. Owens

Quote:

On the planet Celta, accepting a HeartMate can be the greatest challenge in the universe…

Antenn, an architect hired to build a cathedral in Druida City, dares not think of his HeartMate. Even though he yearns for her, he’s taken steps to ensure she will be forever unknown to him. After all, how could he, a commoner who grew up in the slums, the brother of a murderer, be worthy of any woman?

Tiana, a priestess, has her own fears about being a HeartMate. She's watched her friends struggle with such a stormy destiny. She's sure her HeartMate has never claimed her due to a terrible scandal involving her Family, and she's set aside hopes for love.

Antenn's gotten the commission of his life. The cathedral will make him famous, but more, it will last for ages and prove to others he can contribute to Celta...if the controversial structure isn't destroyed while being built. Tiana, too, is an integral part of this process, but the villain who wrecked her Family is ready with firebombs. Can they trust each other in dangerous circumstances to succeed...and to love?

Difflugia · 08-29-2014, 10:09 AM

For fans of historical Christian romance, one of Christianbook's daily deals is The Backwoods Brides Trilogy by Marcia Gruver for $.79. It's also DRM-free.
Christianbook link

Quote:

Three novels take you deep into the Old South, where a family of outlaws has found fertile ground for illicit behavior—until love and transforming faith step in to rewrite their legacy. A beautiful woman and a family secret help a swampland gang member reform his ways. Coming to the aid of a lovely innkeeper and seeing the effects of crime on the innocent makes a desperado set down roots. Coming from a family with skeletons in its closets helps a governess take on a mystery and turn a fortune seeker into a hero.

08-28-2014, 12:41 AM	#244
GtrsRGr8 Grand Sorcerer Posts: 7,334 Karma: 27815322 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Southeastern U.S., ya'll Device: Kindle; Kindle (10.1.1) for PC; Kindle Cloud Reader	Thanks to AnemicOak for a post on the Non-Fiction thread that got me rummaging around on Rosetta's website. "Get a free download of Sherryl Woods’ HOT PROPERTY when downloading the free RosettaBooks App." HOT PROPERTY is of the "romantic mystery" genre. "[The app is]Available in Apple, Google Play, Nook and Samsung app stores." For all of the relevant information, go to http://www.rosettabooks.com/blog/she...settabooksapp/. If you sign up for Rosetta Books' email subscription, they will send you announcements of other ebooks that they give away and other goodies: http://www.rosettabooks.com/. Last edited by GtrsRGr8; 08-28-2014 at 12:46 AM.

08-28-2014, 01:08 AM	#246
AnemicOak Bookaholic Posts: 14,391 Karma: 54969924 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Minnesota Device: iPad Mini 4, AuraHD, iPhone XR +	Just FYI. Unless something has changed the books can only be read in the Rosetta app, just so folks know. Last edited by AnemicOak; 08-28-2014 at 01:16 AM.

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08-27-2014, 02:11 PM	#241
Blossom Treasure Seeker Posts: 18,708 Karma: 26026435 Join Date: Mar 2010 Device: Kobo HD Glo, Kindles, Kindle Fires, Andriod Devices	Free @ Amazon Blindsight by Tina Wainscott (Romantic Suspense) Originally titled: Now You See Me St. Martin's 2002

08-27-2014, 07:48 PM	#242
Blue2u Wizard Posts: 1,974 Karma: 5879093 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: CA Device: Kindle Paperwhite	Is there an easy way to make a book file smaller? I have some books that are 8+ MB and I don't understand why. It's been bugging me for awhile and since it's sort of quiet just thought I'd ask. If it's too involved for someone tech challenged, then don't waste your time!

08-27-2014, 08:44 PM	#243
AnemicOak Bookaholic Posts: 14,391 Karma: 54969924 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Minnesota Device: iPad Mini 4, AuraHD, iPhone XR +	It'd depend on the book. If it's a regular fiction book without pictures then it's likely that the cover image is the culprit so re-saving the image with greater compression or at a smaller resolution can help. I've had a couple of books where the cover was a huge 2500+ pixel wide image saved at 300ppi and then there were also covers for each of the previews in the back of the book too.

08-28-2014, 12:46 AM	#245
GtrsRGr8 Grand Sorcerer Posts: 7,334 Karma: 27815322 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Southeastern U.S., ya'll Device: Kindle; Kindle (10.1.1) for PC; Kindle Cloud Reader	Thanks to AnemicOak for a post on the Non-Fiction thread that got me rummaging around on Rosetta's website. "Get a free download of Sherryl Woods’ HOT PROPERTY when downloading the free RosettaBooks App." HOT PROPERTY is of the "romantic mystery" genre. "[The app is] Available in Apple, Google Play, Nook and Samsung app stores." For all of the relevant information, go to http://www.rosettabooks.com/blog/she...settabooksapp/.

08-28-2014, 11:55 AM	#248
Jane A Addict Posts: 241 Karma: 129881 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: SoCal Device: Kindle Paperwhite	The first three books in Kristen Ashley's Unfinished Hero series are on sale for .99 at Amazon. Must in preparation for Deacon, the next book to release in that series. Also at Kobo for $1.09

08-28-2014, 08:28 PM	#252
mrscoach Guru Posts: 767 Karma: 4837659 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: San Angelo Texas Device: Samsung Galaxy tab	Kobo won't sell me "Creed" by Kristen ashley. It was there on the page, but when I clicked on it it said it was it was no longer available. What? How does an ebook become unavailable? Now it isn't even showing up in search results. Guess Amazon will get my dollar.