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Dark Summer Upcoming Author Interviews & Book Tours Follow Me Here... using Joifa's Innocent Imagination kit 
Interview/Giveaway: Dakota Cassidy Grab your aqua-net, we are joined today by the comical Dakota Cassidy, the author of The Accidental Romance series.

1. For any new readers, could you tell us about your Accidental Romance series?
DC: The Accidentals is based on heroines who've been accidentally turned into a paranormal creature--or as I like to call it, a paranormal-palooza of were-whatevers. LOL. The books began with three women, all friends, who sold cosmetics together in a Mary-Kay-like setting, and each had accidental occurrences with some form of shapeshifter. Now it's branched out to one of the heroine's sisters :) And it's crazy. The whole lot of books is just my imagination and my big mouth gone amok :) 2. What sort of adventure are we in for in your latest book Accidentally Demonic?
DC: The fourth book's based on Casey Schwartz, she's Wanda's, the third heroine's sister, and she's had a bit of a mishap in a bar while babysitting her twin Paris-Hilton-like charges. Casey's rather quiet compared to the other three women, and she's gonna need serious help adjusting to her new paranormal status. So I figured, who better than Marty, Nina and Wanda to aide and abet? LOL. And if you've read this series, you surely know, mayhem, madness, bad language and craziness shall ensue. Plus, there's a bunch of secrets and a hot vampire who was once a viking and has a major secret. Oh, and he's hot for Casey :)

3. You wear a lot of hats (scratch that) tiaras. Is it hard to change gears between your different series?
DC: You know, I think that's just the way my brain works. I'm always in the middle of one project, and I have 900 different ideas going on in my brain for 900 different more books. I'm happiest being able to skip from genre to genre because it allows me to delve into different situations. I'm crazy grateful that I'm able to write three different series in a year because it feeds my need for constant growth and variety and it does allow me to keep my ever whirling brain properly maintained :)

4, In your Accidental series, we have met Marty, Nina, Wanda, and now Casey. Which of of these heroines do you identify with the most and why?
DC: Hmmm, I get asked that a lot, and typically, when people meet me, they think I sound just like my books. Which should so scare you. LOL. I think I'm a combination of them all. I'm like Marty in that I love clothes and makeup and girlie crap. I'm a lot like Nina because I have a horrifying potty mouth. I think a lot like her, I just don't say it out loud. I'm much like Wanda in that I'm very diplomatic when need be, but I cry over a booze commercial given the op, and Casey is very organized, and I'm a little OCD about organizational type stuff.

5. Are you working on any other projects you would like to share with us?
DC: Right now I'm almost finished with book two of my contemp series titled Suck It Up, Princess. I'm so stoked about these books! They're based on ex-trophy wives who've been left with nothing and have to start all over again--these particular three women do it in their mother's/aunt's/father's retirement village where they have to learn to fend for themselves, earn their own money, clip coupons, and give up their botox injections. Snort. In the process, they find lurve and all it's second time around complications :) 6. A man in a long trench coat approaches you on the street. He whips open his jacket and you see...VIALS. He is selling magic potions for health, love, beauty, wealth, anything you desire. Which potion do you take?
DC: Um, if I offer, you know, ahem... my services, you think I can wing all four of those things? No, wait. I'm old. Forget I said that. He'd turn me down slicker 'n snot. I'd probably choose health. I know, I know. You all thought I'd chose beauty-I did, too, until I realized I could end up beautiful and DEAD. Tee hee :)
7. DING, DING! You just won dinner with any fictional character from literature or film, past or present. Who will you be dining with?
DC: Zach Levi from Chuck. I know you all expected me to say something deep like Ernest Hemingway, right? LOL. I'm really stumped about this one, but I can tell you, I'm totally into Chuck these days and he comes to mind because the show's finally back on as I write my responses. Plus, he's uber-cute, and uber-geeky. Big, girly sigh :)

8. Lastly, what is one thing readers would be shocked to learn about you?
DC: I'm really a man? No. I joke. Um, hmmmmm... Oh, I know! I don't love chocolate. *Ducking*! Quit throwing things. LOLLOL. I'm not a big fan of desserts and sweets. I like them, but I probably only eat them like twice a year...

Seriously, no chocolate.  You have another vise you are not telling us.  Hmmm.
Dakota, thanks for taking the time to share with us.  Congratulations on your success!

For more information about Dakota or any of her books, visit her website or you can find her chatting it up on her blog.

Accidental Romance reading order: (follow links to purchase)
1. The Accidental Werewolf  (my review)
2. Accidentally Dead
3. The Accidental Human
4. Accidentally Demonic

Contest time...
Dakota has VERY graciously offered one mass market book of the winners choice. A book that's already available for sale or presale :)  WOW!  What a very Bobby Sue thing to do!  Thanks Dakota, you rock girl!

Please complete the form and don't forget to leave some LOVE for Dakota in the comments section.  **for a bonus entry, spread the word (tweet it, facebook, sidebar, book club, ext) Spreading the word is not required for entry.

at 9:08 PM lovely miss lucy(: said...

Hi Dakota! I haven't read any of your books, but they sound awesome :)



February 8, 2010 at 9:40 PM cait045 said...

Hey Dakota Can't wait to read this series. I loved Kiss and Tell.

February 8, 2010 at 9:49 PM Martha Lawson said...

Hi Dakota!! Great interview. I've got to read these books - they sound wonderful..

February 8, 2010 at 9:55 PM 
Awesome interview! Those were such fun questions...You don't love chocoloate!?! Well, to each their own! :)

February 8, 2010 at 10:01 PM CallMeKayla said...

Your cover is so cute! It made me immediatly want to read the book. Yes, I know it's a bad thing, but I am a cover fiend. LOL

February 8, 2010 at 10:03 PM Bethie said...

The books look great. I have added them to my wishlist. Hey Valentines Day is coming. I'll have to leave hubby some more clues on what to buy.

lizzi0915 at aol dot com

February 8, 2010 at 10:19 PM 
Your books sound like they are a lot of fun to read. I would really like to win one to try them. Great interview!

February 8, 2010 at 10:20 PM 
Hi Dakota,

Your books have stunning covers! I can't wait to read them!

February 8, 2010 at 10:21 PM Kirthi said...

no chocolate? That's scary! The covers of your books looks cute, I love the outfits they're wearing :D

February 8, 2010 at 10:26 PM 
I LOVE your books Dakota! Accidentally Dead and The Accidental Werewolf were some of the first ones I read when i starting reading paranormals!

February 8, 2010 at 10:37 PM 
LOVE the sound of these books and the covers are fantastic!

February 8, 2010 at 10:41 PM jeanette8042 said...

I love your books Dakota! I've read the first three in the Accidental series and I can't wait to read Casey's story!

February 8, 2010 at 10:42 PM 
I have been reading good review after good review of these books and Dakota Cassidy lately; rest assured, they are bumped up my list!


February 8, 2010 at 10:45 PM mariska said...

I haven't read any of your books (sigh). And i would to start with this one !

February 8, 2010 at 11:07 PM Miss Eliza said...

I've been waiting for the newest! Can't wait!

February 8, 2010 at 11:09 PM Abigail [All Things Urban Fantasy] said...


I've been wanting to read the Accidental series for ages. Thank you for the giveaway opportunity!

February 8, 2010 at 11:20 PM donnas said...

I just finished the latest in the Accidental series and its great. Looking forward to your next book.

February 8, 2010 at 11:26 PM Dakota Cassidy said...

Hey, guys! You're already posting--how awesome!

Thanks to all who've read the accidentals and to those who're considering them--be very afraid. LOLLOL

I'll pop in and out--and if you have any questions--gimme a holla!

DC :)

February 9, 2010 at 12:01 AM Sharon K said...

Great interview! Haven't read any of your books yet, but have some on my to get list!!!

February 9, 2010 at 12:16 AM 
Hi Dakota, I'm happy to learn there's a contemporary series!

February 9, 2010 at 1:00 AM SiNn said...

Hi Dakota, I love your work and ur soo seriously hillarious!
 faerydreamer said...

Hi, Dakota! I cannot wait to read your books.
 
Your books look so fun but I'm going to get all that are out be fore i read them.I like to read sets.

February 9, 2010 at 1:10 AM 
Love your Accidentals. Have the first three. In fact I just started rereading them yesterday in prep for the fourth one which I hope to be able to get soon. It's a 90 min drive to the book store so it may be a little bit til I can get there.

February 9, 2010 at 1:14 AM Patsy said...

Hey, Dakota, I love your books! You have a wicked sense of humor. Can hardly wait to read your latest book.

February 9, 2010 at 1:17 AM 
Hey there, this was a great interview! I've never read any of your books, but this definitely has me wanting to get a piece of the action. ;P And you seriously got me at Chuck. lol, I love that show!


February 9, 2010 at 1:35 AM Aye.Me? said...

I wish I didn't love chocolate... It would make me eat a lot healthier. I can't make myself resist it though! :)

February 9, 2010 at 1:39 AM Chelsea B. said...

Awesome interview! I'm a Chuck lover to :-)

February 9, 2010 at 1:46 AM 
I definitely have to start reading your books. I'm especially interested in the Vamp who used to be a Viking. Great post and sense of humor.
Carol L.

February 9, 2010 at 4:00 AM Cherry said...

Hiya Dakota,

If your sense of humor shows through your writing, the Accidental series ought to be great! I haven't read any of your work yet... but working on rectifying that oversight :)


February 9, 2010 at 4:10 AM 
Oh boy, I've been wanting to read these books - especially Accidentally Human. The heroine has one of my names - there's not a lot of Wanda's out there and you never find a sexy Wanda as a main character, they're usually large and "wacky". (the sad thing is, I AM a little large and a teeny bit wacky..:(

I've been enjoyins some of your interviews and your posts, you make me laugh and I'm hoping your books are just as funny. One way or another (hoping it's a win way) I'll be getting at least one of your books to read soon.

February 9, 2010 at 4:44 AM Virginia C said...

Hi, Dakota! Your interviews are always great fun! I used to sell cosmetics myself. I retired after one very strange encounter with a "woman" (still not sure) who may have very well been a shifter : ) Your wacky wicked weirdos are a hoot!

gcwhiskas at aol dot com

February 9, 2010 at 5:45 AM JoanneR said...

I absolutely love the covers of some of your books.
 
You rock! I just love your books. THe art work is great and the stories wonderful. I went out yesterday and bought Accidently Demonic and I can't wait to read it. Your stories make me laugh out loud ( and blush too)

Thanks for the wonderful giveaway...I hope I win LOL

February 9, 2010 at 6:53 AM Deborah Blake said...

I've read the first three wacky books and just bought Accidentally Demonic---can't wait to read it.

BTW--I really had to search for where to leave the comment...would there be a way to have it easier to find?

February 9, 2010 at 7:45 AM Sue Brandes said...

Great interview. Love your book cover. No chocolate?? I would go crazy!! LOL.

February 9, 2010 at 7:49 AM 
Hey D,
Loved all of your books!! When is the next one in the Kiss and Hell coming out??? Keep writing babe, it makes me happy!


February 9, 2010 at 8:11 AM Sandy G said...


I read your first book. It was really funny.

February 9, 2010 at 8:15 AM YA Vampire Books said...

I haven't read any of Dakota's books, but they sound great!

Seriously, sweets only twice a year?? Something's wrong with you! ;)

February 9, 2010 at 8:17 AM alanajoli said...

*waves at Dakota*

No chocolate, huh? I'd love to share some of my uncontrollable sweet tooth with you... ;)

I totally approve of your Chuck selection. He would be a fun character to hang out with (although explaining how you knew the secret identity bit could mean a visit from John Casey... not that that would be a bad thing, come to think of it... *g*)

February 9, 2010 at 8:51 AM 
P.S. Ellz -- I filled out the form incorrectly the first time, not realizing my response would be connected to my google account. Sorry about that!

February 9, 2010 at 8:52 AM Lisa R said...

One of the funniest authors I accidentally discovered at Bitten By Books that has left me spewing coffee on my keyboard on several occasions. Have spent way, way too much time thinking of new title possibilities for this girl. DC the sky's the limit so never land.

alterlisa AT yahoo DOT com

February 9, 2010 at 9:00 AM 
I love your books they are so funny and are always on my to buy list.


February 9, 2010 at 9:29 AM 
But, chocolate is a veggie, isn't it???

February 9, 2010 at 9:31 AM 
I've heard/read many great things about Dakota's books. I look forward in reading them.


February 9, 2010 at 9:41 AM xxsquigglesxx said...

I've never read any of Dakota's books but I would love to try one!

February 9, 2010 at 9:45 AM 
Such fun covers :)

February 9, 2010 at 9:46 AM skyla11377 said...

Hey Dakota Your Books Sound Awesome. I Was Wondering Did You Always Want To Be A Writer Or Was There Another Career That You Had In Mind? I Need To Add Your Series To My "Must Buy" Pile. I Would Love To Be Entered Into This Giveaway.


February 9, 2010 at 9:48 AM EVA SB said...

Great interview but I'm itching to know what paranormal creature you'd want to be if you were accidentally turned

February 9, 2010 at 9:57 AM 
Heh, I feel like I'm stalking you, Dakota. Following you on yahoo groups, chatting at bitten by books, commenting on blogs... how do you keep up with it all? Does it ever get wierd knowing you have fans wanting to know everything about you?

February 9, 2010 at 10:33 AM 
Thanks for the interview Dakota! I've read a few of your interviews online now and I'm really looking forward to read your books.

February 9, 2010 at 10:41 AM 
What a great interview! I'm so geeked that you like Chuck, Dakota!! He's been one of my faves since he came on the air (and a pretty good replacement to combat my Alias withdrawl...) Love the books, keep 'em coming!

February 9, 2010 at 10:42 AM Robolobolyn's Universe of Books said...

No love for chocolate?!?! :o Oh my... I'd die without chocolate! Which reminds me, I must go make chocolate chip cookies...


February 9, 2010 at 10:54 AM February 9, 2010 at 10:55 AM halukacy said...

I can't wait to read these books! They sound like they would be right up my alley.
Oh and I'm not a big fan of chocolate either (I love it when other women admit it too)!


February 9, 2010 at 11:13 AM Cate Masters said...

This sounds like such a fun series! Would love to read it. Your brain sounds like mine, Dakota. Maybe we're astral twins, lol.
Great to hear you have so much more in the works!

February 9, 2010 at 11:14 AM WK said...

Ohh I haven't read your works yet but I've heard such great things about your writing that I want to try your work.

 mountie9 said...

Great interview and awesome set of books by a fun author

February 9, 2010 at 11:33 AM lrwirum said...

Enjoyed reading the interview. I absolutely love the Accidental series. They are so much fun to read. :-)


February 9, 2010 at 11:43 AM misskallie2000 said...

Loved the interview. Can't wait to read your book. I have read some good reviews on this book. You are new author for me and have added you to my to buy list. Thanks for the great giveaway.

February 9, 2010 at 11:52 AM fredamans said...

Awesome interview. I would totally love to read this book, so either way I will.

Kudos D.C!

February 9, 2010 at 11:55 AM Catherine Bybee said...

Sweets only twice a year? Really? Is that even possible? If I did that I'd be a perfect size--- something. LOL

February 9, 2010 at 12:03 PM jacabur1 said...

Dakota, I have to get off my *ss and get your books because any woman brave enough in America to say she is not a chocoholic has to be someone who writes some seriously good reading material!!!!!!

jackie b central texas
 Spav said...

I can't wait to read this book. It sounds great!

February 9, 2010 at 12:23 PM Sherry @ Flipping Pages for All Ages said...

Loved the interview. I have the first season of Chuck on dvd but I haven't watched it yet, better get to it huh? And no chocolate, damn I don't know what I would do without my sweets. :)

Thanks so much for this giveaway! I really need to start this series!

February 9, 2010 at 12:29 PM 
Your books sound amazing, Dakota! I loved the interview!

February 9, 2010 at 12:34 PM 
I'm definitely loving the Accidental series, Dakota. Your humor keeps me laughing throughout the stories.

February 9, 2010 at 1:00 PM throuthehaze said...

Can't wait to read this series!

 
Wow--you guys are awesome today!

Okay--first, thank you for posting. I appreciate the kind words and love. Second, I'm not ashamed to not be a chocolate lover. Am. Not. LOL

Third--questions Skyla--I planned to be a stripper... LMAO--no, I actually was a SAHM for 19 years until I got divorced, but there was once a tie when I wanted to go to Hollywood and sing duets with barry Manilow while I remade Gone with the Wind. Swear it :)

Eva--totally a werewolf. My hair would be healthier, I could still eat meat and not have to give up my love affair with coffee :

Victoria, honey--you rule--I've sen your name pop up and I appreciate the support! No, it doesn't get weird. The only time it gets weird is when people want me to move in with them--or give me their phone numbers to call them. Then I get a little freaked :)

Keep 'em comin', folks!


February 9, 2010 at 1:16 PM Shannon Madsen said...

I was just looking at your website... had no idea you wrote so many werewolf/paranormal books. I have Wolf Mates...but i thought it was the only one. I can't wait to go find the rest of them!!!

February 9, 2010 at 1:20 PM 
I enjoyed the interview, your books sound great. They're definitely on my wish list.

February 9, 2010 at 1:22 PM 
Your books sound so fun! I love a group of strong women in books!!

February 9, 2010 at 1:33 PM Chris R said...

Love that your books have strong heroines!

February 9, 2010 at 1:37 PM elaing8 said...

fun interview. I will have to add this series to my list it sounds fantastic.

February 9, 2010 at 1:45 PM 
I'm really looking forward to getting this series and reading it ASAP. :-) Thanks!

February 9, 2010 at 1:56 PM LunaMoth said...

ah! your fun! i have your books on my wishlist now =)

February 9, 2010 at 1:59 PM 
Thanks for the review. I haven't read anything of yours...BUT, I plan to now. I love the covers too. What vial would I choose? Couldn't I take both! lol


February 9, 2010 at 2:09 PM darkreader said...

I love this series. I finished Accidentally Demonic the other day, it did not dissappoint!

February 9, 2010 at 3:29 PM Robin K said...

I begin to think I am stalking you Dakota! I have seen your lovely face for so many blogs. You are a very busy woman! I have not had the pleasure to read your books yet, but they are on my wish list.

February 9, 2010 at 4:06 PM 
This is my first time hearing about your series, but it sounds good.

February 9, 2010 at 4:24 PM 
LOL@ RobinK--I'm kinda everywhere, eh? It's a busy month w/release of the 4th accidental. But I swear, soon I'll go back to my cave. LOL

Everyone else, thank you for stopping in and checking stuff out!


February 9, 2010 at 4:35 PM justpeachy36 said...

I have never read anything by Dakota, but these look very interesting.

February 9, 2010 at 5:34 PM 
Hi Dakota, I'm reading your new book and I love it!!! It's great as always!!!!

February 9, 2010 at 5:44 PM Elie said...

Deborah Blake-I will see if there is an better format to make the comments easier to find. Thanks for the input.

alanajolie-no worries

I am glad to see so many old friends and new ones!

Dakota, Can these novels stand alone, or do you need to go in order?

February 9, 2010 at 5:59 PM jellybelly82158 said...

I'm so happy to hear that you are doing a contemporary series. Your books are always so funny.
Keep up the great work.


February 9, 2010 at 6:05 PM 
Thank you, Amanda and Jellybelly! The contemp series had a title change just recently. I was so sad, but they let me pick one that's almost as good as Suck it up, Princess--You Dropped A Blonde on Me :) I hope you'll look for it :)

Ellie--you know, it depends on how nuts you get about stuff like that. If you're hardcore series, no straying, then you should read them in order. But I always put the info into each book about each prior heroine so you know where they all stand. It's usually only a couple of paragraphs to explain how they came to be paranormal, and then I move on :)


February 9, 2010 at 6:58 PM Chilcothi said...

I have read and greatly enjoyed the accidental series. I am looking forward to even more (Please...please...PLEASE!!!). I actually purchased the first one by accident, decided it sounded like an ok read then read the entire book in less than one day. The entire series is in my permenant collection now. I use the books themselves to pass the word. The covers make people ask about what I'm reading, then I can give them just enough info to hook them... I mean get them interested.
Love the books and the author, need I say more?

February 9, 2010 at 7:09 PM 
LOL--thanks, Chiliclothi! You rawk :)


February 9, 2010 at 7:22 PM 
I have read several of your books and enjoyed them very much. I really enjoyed the interview. It was actually the book cover that made me pick up your first book, and that rarely happens to me.

icewoman96 at gmail dot com

February 9, 2010 at 7:41 PM 
I have the most awesome artist ever! Her name's katie Wood, and she rocks :)


February 9, 2010 at 8:44 PM heatwave16 said...

I just picked up Accidental Werewolf. Can't wait to start. :)

February 9, 2010 at 9:04 PM 
Thanks, Heatwave!


February 9, 2010 at 10:16 PM enyl said...

Dakota Cassidy has become a favorite with my bookclub.

February 9, 2010 at 10:28 PM Alexia561 said...

Awesome interview! Bonus points for loving Chuck, but we may have to deduct points for being anti-chocolate. *L*

Love the Accidental books, and Dakota totally rocks!

BTW Elie, I have an award for you here.

February 9, 2010 at 10:30 PM 
fun interview! omg, your covers are so darn cute! i must read one! and chuck rocks!

February 9, 2010 at 10:36 PM annalisa said...

Hi Dakota!
Love reading your interviews and your books! The Accidentals Rock! :)

Why was the title changed on "Suck It Up, Princess"? I like the new title "You Dropped A Blonde on Me" but I liked Suck It Up, Princess too.


February 9, 2010 at 10:38 PM 
Oh, annalisa--someone in marketing decided it was too chick-lity and too YA. So they made me change it. Which to me, in my mind, sort of took from the whole ex-trophy wife gage.

But I work with what I got. LOL

Enyl--thank your bookclub for me!

Everyone else, thank you, thank you. YOu've been so terrific!


February 10, 2010 at 12:13 AM 
That's OK, my daughter never liked chocolate, either.

February 10, 2010 at 12:27 AM 
Ah, LuAnn, I like it, just don't crave it like some. I think I just don't have much of a sweet tooth. You'd think that'd work in my favor--yet still my ass doesn't seem to think so. LOL


February 10, 2010 at 1:17 AM Lisa B. said...


I've been drooling over ACCIDENTALLY DEMONIC and I've heard some really great reviews about it. Please count me in!

February 10, 2010 at 1:30 AM 
Guys--you've all been so awesome today--thank you, thank you for the kind words, the support and the interest!

It's because of you that I've somehow managed to make it to book 5 in the accidentals, and that's much appreciated :)

Ellie--this was terrific fun--appreciate you having me and reading TAW!

Hugs all 'round,

Dakota :)

February 10, 2010 at 1:44 AM vslavetopassionv said...

I really enjoy the cover art on your novels. It has enticed me to buy quite a few recently. :) They are still on my to-read shelf but the more I read about you, the more I am encouraged to read! Thanks for the great interview.


February 10, 2010 at 10:01 AM 
Will there be a fifth book in this series? If so, who do you think will be the main characters?

February 10, 2010 at 11:28 AM CeciliaH. said...

Thanks for a fun, entertaining interview, Elie and Dakota...and the generous giveaway! Your books each look like a fun, hip read and as noted in a previous comment...love the cover art. Don't know what to make of a woman that doesn't go for chocolate...but to each her own, I say...and besides, I can take care of that for the both of us.

Take care, keep up the writing and thanks for a chance to win!

February 10, 2010 at 12:31 PM Daelith said...

Dakota, your interviews are always fun. As are your books. Thank you for the great give away.

February 10, 2010 at 2:38 PM Mishel said...

Dakota, you're very kind (and pretty hilarious as well) I haven't had the chance to read any of your books but Accidental Werewolf and Kiss & Hell are both on my TBR list!


February 10, 2010 at 4:59 PM Ina said...

thanks for the great interview!
wish you all the best,

February 10, 2010 at 5:08 PM 
hey, Anne! Yes, there's a 5th titled Accidentally Catty and the main character is a vet who's just a bit over 40 and finds a cougar on her doorstep--thus making her a were-cougar in every sense of the word. LOL

Thanks for asking--and everyone else, you're terrific!


February 10, 2010 at 5:41 PM 
great fun interview and the books sounds great --- thanks for the chance to win one:)

February 10, 2010 at 5:44 PM 
You rock Dakota! Read Accidental Werewolf recently...very sexy.

February 10, 2010 at 5:49 PM Wings said...

im actually going to start accidental werewolf after i finish my current read!
i was soo excited to get it because i fell in love with the cover and the whole concept sounds funny.

how many more books for the accidental series are planned?

February 10, 2010 at 8:40 PM 
Thank you, Kel and Mariana!

Wings--so far one more titled Accidentally Catty :) Fingers crossed we can keep this train movin'. LOL


February 10, 2010 at 8:41 PM 
Havent read any of your books but would certainly like to.

February 11, 2010 at 9:56 AM ninefly said...

the covers for your books have a very stylized feel to them, I'd love to give them a try =)

February 11, 2010 at 11:35 AM I Heart Book Gossip said...

What are you working on now Dakota?

February 11, 2010 at 11:40 AM Jessica Secret said...

YOU DON'T LOOOOOVE CHOCOLATE?! Lol, kidding. I only eat fairly traded chocolate so some people think I'm a freak too.

February 11, 2010 at 1:15 PM 
I have not read any of your books, but they sound intriguing. I will definitely have to check them out.

February 11, 2010 at 11:17 PM 
Right now I'm writing Accidentally Catty #5 in the series, I Heart Book Gossip!

Everyone else, my continued thanks for being so crazy terrific!

To all who've stopped by because they know the accidentals and have read them, and to those who're considering jumping into this mad pot of lunacy I've got simmering--THANK YOU!


February 12, 2010 at 3:31 AM IceJewel said...


I haven't read any of your books :( Can't wait to read one...

Thanks for giving a chance to win :)

February 12, 2010 at 8:57 AM MannaB said...

I had not heard of these books before today but now they are on my to read list!!! Thanks for sharing your time!

February 13, 2010 at 9:00 AM Aik said...

Hi Dakota! I'd love to read your books! They sound very intersting!

February 13, 2010 at 10:36 PM MarionG said...

Hi My girlfriend is a big fan and has convinced me to start reading your books. You can add me to your fan list now. Great work. Hope to win this. polo-puppy-fluffyAThotmail dot com

February 13, 2010 at 10:42 PM 
Looks like a cute series!

February 15, 2010 at 3:00 PM 
Hellou! Dakota! I salute you from Arepalandia(Colombia).I love you work and I hope read your books soon!

Un beso!
 Mary Ann DeBorde said...

Mary D
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Pleased ta meet cha, Dakota =D Your books sound wonderful and now you're on my TBR pile LOL

Also, awesome cover art!

February 16, 2010 at 5:13 PM 
Hey Dakota, I have read a few of your books and I can not wait to read your nexts books!

February 16, 2010 at 7:50 PM Nastassia said...

I love the characters in your Accidental series.

February 17, 2010 at 11:08 AM 
I haven't read any of your books yet, but the series is on my list of TBB books. I enjoyed the interview.

February 17, 2010 at 1:06 PM 
Thanks for this laugh out loud funny interview! I haven't read any of your books yet Dakota, but after this interview I surely will! If your novels are just a bit funny like your answers, I'm sure it will be a treat. (And I also love the covers, they are gorgeous!!) Congrats on your series and wishing you lots of success for the future!

ps: Thank you for this giveaway!! And especially for making it inzternational!!

March 6, 2010 at 9:26 AM 
Thanks for the contest! I honestly can't remember if I entered this contest before, so if you see two entries from me, please discard the second.


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