Chanticleer Book Reviews

Author: chanti

“New Smyrna Swing” by D.D. Queens awarded a 1st Place Blue Ribbon INDIE Manuscripts Div., Mystery Suspense Div.
Chanticleer Book Reviews is pleased to announce that New Smyrna Swing by D.D. Queens has won 1st place in the INDIE Manuscript Awards, Cozy Mystery Category (INDIE is a division of Chanticleer Book Reviews Blue Ribbon Writing Contests).

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][Editor’s Note: Meet Jenna, the newest and quirkiest P.I. in Florida. New Smyrna Swing is the first of the Jenna Palmer mystery series. Join Jenna and her sidekicks on their many misadventures as she pursues the bad guys along with the ones who attract her–for better or for worse.]

Chanticleer Book Review Blue Ribbon Awards Writing Contests recognize outstanding books and manuscripts.

We are honored to announce the INDIE Awards First Place Blue Ribbon winning manuscripts and their authors, Mystery/Thriller/Suspense category.

Each winning INDIE manuscript was judged for the following qualities:
- Is the story compelling
- Professionalism of editing & formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of story-line
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing craft
- Red herrings
- Sidekicks
- Suspense building
The INDIE Writing Competition Prizes – Unpublished & Manuscripts Division

First Place Winners in each category will win a Chanticleer Manuscript Overview Package (valued at $ 325.00) . All first place winners will be automatically entered into the CBR Grand Prize Writing Competition for CBR’s Best Manuscripts of 2013. All winners’ works will be considered by Cloudberry Press (with author’s approval, of course) for publication.

Or winning authors may elect to have their works reviewed when it is published in galley form (pre-press) or after publication. Published manuscripts winners are welcome to enter any CBR Published Novels Division contests upon publication.

For a full list of winners, visit Chanticleer Book Reviews website at chantireviews.com.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
January 25, 2013
“Rain Shine Secrets” by Alice T. Robb awarded a 1st Place Blue Ribbon in INDIE Manuscripts Division, Women’s Fiction
Chanticleer Book Reviews is pleased to announce that Rain Shine Secrets by Alice T. Robb has won 1st place in the INDIE Manuscript Awards Division, Mainstream category (INDIE is a division of Chanticleer Book Reviews Blue Ribbon Writing Contests).

Rain Shine Secrets by Alice T. Robb

[Editor’s Note: Rain Shine Secrets is a brilliant work of fiction that reflects our contemporary society. Robb masterfully intertwines the past and present, streams of consciousness, and the lives of Rain Shine Secrets vivid characters. ]

Chanticleer Book Review Blue Ribbon Awards Writing Contests recognize outstanding books and manuscripts.

We are honored to announce the INDIE Awards First Place Blue Ribbon winning manuscripts and their authors.

Each winning INDIE manuscript was judged for the following qualities:
- Compelling-ness of story
- Professionalism of editing & formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of story-line
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing craft
The INDIE Writing Competition Prizes – Unpublished & Manuscripts Division

First Place Winners in each category will win a Chanticleer Manuscript Overview Package (valued at $ 325.00) . All first place winners will be automatically entered into the CBR Grand Prize Writing Competition for CBR’s Best Manuscripts of 2013. All winners’ works will be considered by Cloudberry Press (with author’s approval, of course) for publication.

Or winning authors may elect to have their works reviewed when it is published in galley form (pre-press) or after publication.Published manuscripts winners are welcome to enter any CBR Published Novels Division contests upon publication.

For a full list of all winners, visit Chanticleer Book Reviews website at chantireviews.com.
January 23, 2013
“Murder Strikes a Pose” by Tracy Weber awarded a 1st Place Blue Ribbon in INDIE Manuscripts Division, Cozy Mystery
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Tasha & Tracy Weber

Chanticleer Book Reviews is pleased to announce that Murder Strikes a Pose by Tracy Weber has won 1st place in the INDIE Manuscript Awards, Cozy Mystery Category (INDIE is a division of Chanticleer Book Reviews Blue Ribbon Writing Contests).

Murder Strikes a Pose, a Downward Dog Mystery by Tracy Weber

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Chanticleer Book Review Blue Ribbon Awards Writing Contests recognize outstanding books and manuscripts.

We are honored to announce the INDIE Awards First Place Blue Ribbon winning manuscripts and their authors.

Each winning INDIE manuscript was judged for the following qualities:
- Compelling-ness of story
- Professionalism of editing & formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of story-line
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing craft
The INDIE Writing Competition Prizes – Unpublished & Manuscripts Division

First Place Winners in each category will win a Chanticleer Manuscript Overview Package (valued at $ 325.00) . All first place winners will be automatically entered into the CBR Grand Prize Writing Competition for CBR’s Best Manuscripts of 2013. All winners’ works will be considered by Cloudberry Press (with author’s approval, of course) for publication.

Or winning authors may elect to have their works reviewed when it is published in galley form (pre-press) or after publication.Published manuscripts winners are welcome to enter any CBR Published Novels Division contests upon publication.

For a full list of all winners, visit Chanticleer Book Reviews website at chantireviews.com.

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January 22, 2013
Maiden’s Veil by Lisa Costantino awarded an INDIE 1st Place Blue Ribbon Awards, Women’s Fiction
Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media is pleased to announce that Maiden’s Veil, by Lisa Costantino, has won 1st place in the INDIE Awards, Women’s Fiction Category (INDIE is a division of Chanticleer Book Reviews Blue Ribbon Writing Contests).

Maiden’s Veil by Lisa Costantino

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][Editor’s Note: This love story is written with lyrical prose that intertwines history with a modern story-line. A beautiful read with twists and turns. Look for our review.]

Chanticleer Book Review Blue Ribbon Awards Writing Contests recognize outstanding books and manuscripts.

We are honored to announce the INDIE Awards First Place Blue Ribbon winning novels and their authors.

Each winning INDIE novel was judged for the following qualities:
- Compelling-ness of story
- Professionalism of editing & formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of story-line
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing craft
INDIE CBR Blue Ribbon Award 1st Place category winning authors will be awarded:
- Award winning books will be placed on the Chanticleer Book Shelves (which sell and promote the winning titles). Our CBR Book Shelves are located in participating Independent Book Stores across the U.S.
- A coveted Chanticleer Book Review
- A CBR Blue Ribbon embossed with the Contest Name, Author Name, and Book Title to use in promotion at book signings and book festivals
- Digital award stickers for on-line promotion
- Adhesive book stickers
- Shelf-talkers and other promotional items
- Promotion in print and on-line media
- Review of book distributed to on-line sites and printed media publications
- Review, cover art, and author synopsis listed in CBR’s newsletter
And the 1st Place Award winners will automatically be entered into the GRAND PRIZE AWARD for title of The Best of the CBR Award Winning Books of 2013!

For a full list of all winners, visit Chanticleer Book Reviews website at chantireviews.com.

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January 16, 2013
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January 15, 2013
Picking Up the Pieces by Wendy Dewars Hughes awarded an INDIE 1st Place Blue Ribbon – Inspirational Romantic/Suspense Category
Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media is pleased to announce that Wendy Dewars Hughes has won 1st place in the INDIE Awards, Inspirational Romantic/Suspense Category (a division of Chanticleer Book Reviews Blue Ribbon Writing Contests).

Picking Up the Pieces by Wendy Dewars Hughes

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Chanticleer Book Review Blue Ribbon Awards Writing Contests recognize outstanding books and manuscripts.

We are honored to announce the INDIE Awards First Place Blue Ribbon winning novels and their authors.

Each winning INDIE novel was judged for the following qualities:
- Compelling-ness of story
- Professionalism of editing & formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of story-line
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing craft
CBR Blue Ribbon Award 1st Place category winners, Self-published Novels Division, will be awarded:
- a CBR 1st Place Blue Ribbon embossed with the winning title’s name, author’s name and category
- a Chanticleer Book Review Package
- Digital CBR Blue Ribbons to use in online promotion
Book Sticker
- 1st Place CBR adhesive stickers to use on books and in promotion
- Goodies and promotional opportunities for the winning title and author
- Automatically entered in CBR’s GRAND PRIZE annual awards contest 2013
For a full list of all winners, visit Chanticleer Book Reviews website at chantireviews.com.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
January 13, 2013
“Deadly Addiction” by Kristine Cayne awarded an INDIE 1st Place Blue Ribbon – Romantic/Suspense Category
Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media is pleased to announce that Kristine Cayne has won 1st place in the INDIE Awards, Romantic Suspense Category (a division of Chanticleer Book Reviews Blue Ribbon Writing Contests).

Deadly Addiction by Kristine Cayne, 2nd in the Deadly Vices series.

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][Editor’s Note: Be prepared to read this gripping novel in one sitting–this is not your typical “romantic suspense story.”]

Chanticleer Book Review Blue Ribbon Awards Writing Contests recognize outstanding books and manuscripts.

We are honored to announce the 1st Place winners of the INDIE Awards for Self-published Novels.

Each winning INDIE novel was judged for the following qualities:
- Compelling-ness of story
- Professionalism of editing & formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of story-line
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing craft
CBR Blue Ribbon Award 1st Place category winners, Self-published Novels Division, will be awarded:
- a CBR 1st Place Blue Ribbon embossed with the winning title’s name, author’s name and category
- a Chanticleer Book Review Package
- Digital CBR Blue Ribbons to use in online promotion
Book Sticker
- 1st Place CBR adhesive stickers to use on books and in promotion
- Goodies and promotional opportunities for the winning title and author
- Automatically entered in CBR’s GRAND PRIZE annual awards contest 2013
For a full list of all winners, visit Chanticleer Book Reviews website at chantireviews.com.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
January 13, 2013
“The Grave Blogger” by Donna D. Fontenot awarded an INDIE 1st Place Blue Ribbon – Murder/Suspense Category
Chanticleer Book Reviews & Media is pleased to announce that Donna D. Fontenot has won 1st place in the INDIE Awards, Murder/Suspense Category (a division of Chanticleer Book Reviews Blue Ribbon Writing Contests).

The Grave Blogger by Donna D. Fontenot

[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”yes” overflow=”visible”][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ background_position=”left top” background_color=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” spacing=”yes” background_image=”” background_repeat=”no-repeat” padding=”” margin_top=”0px” margin_bottom=”0px” class=”” id=”” animation_type=”” animation_speed=”0.3″ animation_direction=”left” hide_on_mobile=”no” center_content=”no” min_height=”none”][Editor’s Note: Nothing like a murder mystery story set in a small town in the Deep South. Find yourself transported.]

Chanticleer Book Review Blue Ribbon Awards Writing Contests recognize outstanding books and manuscripts.

We are honored to announce the INDIE Awards First Place Blue Ribbon Award winning novels and their authors.

Each winning INDIE novel was judged for the following qualities:
- Compelling-ness of story
- Professionalism of editing & formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of story-line
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing craft
CBR Blue Ribbon Award 1st Place category winners, Self-published Novels Division, will be awarded:
- a CBR 1st Place Blue Ribbon embossed with the winning title’s name, author’s name and category
- a Chanticleer Book Review Package
- Digital CBR Blue Ribbons to use in online promotion
- Book Sticker
  
  1st Place CBR adhesive stickers to use on books and in promotion
- Goodies and promotional opportunities for the winning title and author
- Automatically entered in CBR’s GRAND PRIZE annual awards contest 2013
For a full list of all winners, visit Chanticleer Book Reviews website at chantireviews.com.[/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]
January 12, 2013
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November 14, 2012
redirect – Young Adult Novels Writing Competition – 2013 – The Dante Rossetti Awards
The Dante Rossetti Awards – Young Adult Novels Writing Contest 2013

Deadline: July 31, 2013

Two Divisions: Published (Legacy, Indie, Self-Pub, Small Press, E-pub) and Manuscripts

The Dante Rossetti Awards First Place Award Winning Authors will receive:
- Award winning books will be placed on the Chanticleer Book Shelves (which sell and promote the winning titles). Our CBR Book Shelves are located in participating Independent Book Stores across the U.S.
- A coveted Chanticleer Book Review
- A CBR Blue Ribbon embossed with the Contest Name, Author Name, and Book Title to use in promotion at book signings and book festivals
- Digital award stickers for on-line promotion
- Adhesive book stickers
- Shelf-talkers and other promotional items
- Promotion in print and on-line media
- Review of book distributed to on-line sites and printed media publications
- Review, cover art, and author synopsis listed in CBR’s newsletter
And the 1st Place Award winners will automatically be entered into the GRAND PRIZE AWARD for title of The Best of the CBR Award Winning Books of 2013!

The Dante Rossetti Young Adult Categories are:
- Contemporary
- Fantasy, Steampunk, Sci-Fi, Time Travel, Paranormal
- Romance
- Historical
- Inspirational
- Dystopian
- Mystery/Thriller
- Lighthearted/Humorous
- Edgy
- Coming of Age
Each work submitted will be judged on the following criteria:
- Is the story compelling?
- Professionalism of editing and formatting
- Characterization
- Continuity of storyline
- Satisfying ending (not necessarily “happy”)
- Intriguing opening
- Uniqueness of story
- Writing Craft
The Dante Rossetti Awards – Published Young Adult Novels Division Eligibility Requirements
- Novels may be Self-published, Indie Published or Traditionally Published.
- E-pubbed Novels will be accepted in the published division if they have a ISBN designation.
- All novels must have ISBN designation.
- Entries must be in the English language.
- Please note if BSE (British Standard English) is used instead of ASE.
- No erotica. No graphic violence, please.
- Copyrighted works before Dec. 31, 2009 will not be accepted.
- Fees, Submission Forms and Novel must be received before July 31, 2013 midnight.
- Please read our Terms and Conditions page aka The Fine Print.
- You will receive “How to Submit Your Novel” instructions after entry fee is received.
- Novels must be 30,000 plus words.
- You may enter in more than one category. However, each entry must be accompanied by the entry fee.
- You may enter more than one novel into a given contest.
- Default winners will not be declared. Contests are based on merit and writing craft.
The Dante Rossetti Awards – Manuscripts and Unpublished Young Adult Novels Division Eligibility Requirements
- Novels may not be published or under publishing contract at time of entry.
- Novels may not have ISBN designation at time of submission.
- Digital Files must be submitted in PDF form.
  - Single space
  - Please use a font with a serif such as Times New Roman
  - Font size 11 or 12, please.
  - One inch margins all the way around.
  - Title must appear on each page.
  - Pages must be numbered sequentially in the header and the footer.
  - Please use page breaks between chapters.
  - Word count of 30,000 plus.
- No erotica or graphic violence, please..
- Fees, Submission Forms and Manuscript must be received before July 31, 2013 midnight.
- Please read our Terms and Conditions page aka The Fine Print.
- Default winners will not be declared. Contests are based on merit and writing craft.
The Dante Rossetti Awards – Writing Competition Prizes – Published Division

All first place winners will be automatically entered into the CBR Grand Prize Writing Competition for CBR’s Best Books of 2013. All 1st Place winners will receive promotion and publicity.

Category Finalists will be awarded CBR Blue Ribbon Finalist awards to use in promotion of the book that placed in the Finalists Round.

The Dante Rossetti Awards Writing Competition Prizes – Unpublished & Manuscripts Division

First Place Winners in each category will win a Chanticleer Manuscript Overview Package (valued at $325.00). Or they may elect to submit their work when it published for a Chanticleer Book Review. All first place winners will be automatically entered into the CBR Grand Prize Writing Competition for CBR’s Best Manuscripts of 2013.

If you have any questions or concerns, please email: info@ChantiReviews.com
October 15, 2012