The YAmazing Race and My New Website Contest!!!

January 15, 2012 | , , , ,

*******THE YAmazing RACE IS NOW CLOSED!*******

Welcome to the very first Apocalypsie YAmazing Race with MGnificent Prizes.  And as a special bonus–welcome to the launch of my brand new website.  I’ll give you all the information for the YAmazing race first and then if you stick around I have a contest of my own.  Are you ready racers?  On your mark…get set…go!

Welcome to my stop on the YAmazing Race with MGnificent prizes!!!  The race is a crazy whirlwind Apocalypsie blog hop featuring over 50 debut authors and prize packs featuring ARCs, gift certificates, swag, and more! If you haven’t yet been to the Apocalypsies website, please click here [link to Apocalypsie website] to start from the beginning and read the complete rules.  Although this post is up and ready to go, REMEMBER THAT THE RACE DOESN’T OFFICIALLY BEGIN UNTIL MONDAY 1/16 at NOON-EST! Now on to the race!

TOUCHING THE SURFACE  By: Kimberly Sabatini

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

September 4, 2012

Simon Pulse – Simon and Schuster

Life altering mistakes are meant to alter lives…

When Elliot dies for the third time, she knows this is her last shot. There are no fourth-timers in this afterlife, so one more chance is all she has to get things right. But before she can move on to her next life, Elliot will be forced to face her past and delve into the painful memories she’d rather keep buried. Memories of people she’s hurt, people she’s betrayed…and people she’s killed.

As she pieces together the mistakes of her past, Elliot must earn the forgiveness of her best friend and reveal the truth about herself to the two boys she loves…even if it means losing them both forever.

Have you been paying attention? Store all that information away in your brain for the quiz ahead! And remember, you must complete ALL FIVE quizzes to be eligible for a prize pack.

But before you go…BONUS CONTEST!!!!!

This is very easy way to win a pre-order or a copy (if it’s already out) of the Apocalypsie book of your choice…PLUS… some TOUCHING THE SURFACE swag. (Yes! I’m starting to get some swag together.) I’ll be picking two winners at random–all you have to do is take a peek at my new website and leave a comment about what you think.  Your comment can be about something you like, or feel free to let me know if you notice something that would make the site better or easier to use.  I absolutely adore my new “home,”  but I’m still molding the site and would love to hear your feedback.

Thanks for stopping by for the YAmazing race and for the launch of my new website.  Now here’s your link to your next stop on the YAmazing Race…J.A. Souders!!!!!  Good Luck!!!!!

 

Comments

  1. LindaG. says:

    I love your new website! It’s gorgeous. Gosh, is 2012 already rolling by as fast for you as it is for me? Eek!

  2. Katie L. Carroll says:

    Kim, the website is fantastic! It’s so beautiful. Did you design it yourself or hire someone?

    • Kim says:

      Awww thanks Katie!!! I had the lovely Emily Carlin of Swank Web Style make it for me. I absolutely adore it!!!! How are you and that little sweetheart doing?

  3. Linda B. says:

    Awesome site! And, I LOVE your cover!!! So thrilled for you!

  4. Heather V says:

    Beautiful site, Kimberly! Who did the artwork for the banner? I love how it reflects your cover!

  5. Patty Blount says:

    YAY for the new website! Congrats! I SO love this cover !!!

  6. Maria says:

    I love your layout it’s visually appealing yet simple. And it really doesn’t have bright, flashy, colors and the writing is easy to read.

  7. Sarah Nicolas says:

    I love the birds in between each blog post. It’s a little detail that really helps set the atmosphere 🙂

    • Kim says:

      Sarah-the hawks just made it perfect for me. They remind me of my dad who died seven years ago. It makes it feel unique and just perfect for me. Thanks for loving them too!

  8. Hannah says:

    I really love the layout of this site. It’s so easy to read and to get around. Plus the colour are beautiful.

  9. Lucia (iLive, iLaugh, iLove Books) says:

    Oooh, I love your website’s design! SOOO PURTY. 🙂 Also, your book’s cover is really gorgeous!

  10. roro @roro is reading[rogier] says:

    ooh the colors / blog layout and cover/
    all the best with your debut
    good luck all

    rogcaprino[at]hotmail[com]

  11. Valerie Redfearn says:

    Hello! I love your blog! It has all the links and things most blogs have but it looks so clean and polished. The color scheme is really nice too. Just a really nice looking blog – maybe one of the nicest I’ve seen (and I’ve seen a lot!). Thanks for the giveaway!

  12. Giada M. says:

    Your website is so lovely. I LOVE it! 😀 And TOUCHING THE SURFACE sounds like a great read. I have it now on my wishlist!
    Thank you for the giveaway!!!

  13. Lauryn says:

    What a gorgeous website! Thanks for the giveaway 🙂

  14. Jaskirat Sahi says:

    It is beautiful!!!! Love the colours and format 🙂 YAY YAY YAY Another great giveaway!!! Congrats on the upcoming release :)Fingers crossed! Thanks soooooooooooo much!!!!!

    seeitorreadit(at)gmail(dot)com

  15. Kelli Spear says:

    Gorgeous site to go along with a gorgeous cover! Congrats on the future release. Thanks for the giveaway!

    kspear22[at]gmail[dot]com

  16. Samantha ramos says:

    Website looks great!! Your book looks good too :o)
    Thanks for doing the giveaway.

    lyssleepinbeauty@aim.com

  17. elena says:

    I love your website! I think it’s really elegant and gorgeous. I really like the colour palette used for this and the font is great too. It’s so nice to look at and I especially like the wallpapered pattern for the comments. 🙂 onpeakhill(at)gmail(dot)com

  18. picyadri says:

    I don’t think you need to change anything, this website is gorgeous! It’s easy to navigate, I can find the buttons to follow you easily, and it’s atmosphere goes with your book really well! (Those birds!)
    I also love your book cover! I will definitely need that on my shelf:)
    Thank you for the chance to win!
    picyadri at gmail dot com

  19. Tara @ Hobbitsies says:

    I love your layout, especially the blue vintage-y background under your links – and I LOVE YOUR COVER.

    taratgonzalez@gmail.com

  20. Tizzy Potts says:

    Hi there, I’m a new follower. I’m really looking forward to reading Touching the Surface- the synopsis sounds right up my street and the cover is beautiful. I love the style of your website- the colour scheme is so easy on the eye and I love all the birds! Thanks for the giveaway.

  21. Lori M. Lee says:

    I love your website. The earthy tones with the blue is a beautiful color palette, and even though there are a lot of textures/patterns, they don’t feel overwhelming or chaotic.

    • Kim says:

      I’m a big fan of the texture and patterns and I was thrilled to see how subtle they are but yet how layered and rich they look. I couldn’t be more happy with what Emily created.

  22. Kim H. says:

    Your website looks gorgeous! The only thing I think I would change would be the color of the links on the side. Personally, I’m not a fan of the light green on dark green. I like stuff like that to pop out.

    Thanks for being part of the race!

  23. Donna @ The Happy Booker says:

    I think your website is perfectly lovely. The colors you’ve chosen and the pretty banner gives your site a very serene vibe. Can’t wait to read your book! It sounds amazing!

  24. Vivien says:

    I love the layout. The colors are really easy on the eyes.

    Vivien
    deadtossedwaves at gmail dot com

  25. Gabi says:

    I love the new design! My favorite part is the picture at the top – it’s lovely. Everything is easy to read and look at. Very nice. :] Thanks for the giveaway!

  26. Petra @ Safari Poet says:

    I love the header and the pattern where the tabs are. I wouldn’t change a thing.

    Thank you for the chance 🙂

  27. Heather Rosdol says:

    I love your blog especially the birds! But, some of your buttons don’t work, like Facebook and Twitter. And google plus. At least not when I tried them. I do love the cover of your book! It’s beautiful.

    Heather
    hrose2931(at)gmail(dot)com

    • Kim says:

      Hmmm they seem to be working from my end, but I’ll keep an eye out for other people having trouble–thanks for the heads up!

  28. Small Review says:

    Beautiful site! Very crisp, clear, and easy to navigate. The colors are attractive and easy on the eyes. I love how the theme of the birds is subtly tied in across your site.

    The only things I noticed to fix are the Tumblr icon didn’t work for me and there is a link to “News” at the bottom of the page but not in the top menu bar. I like that the menu options are located at both the top and bottom of the page (though I think it would look nice if the top menu bar was centered like it is on the bottom).

    • Kim says:

      Thanks for all the suggestions. I’ll definitely check Tumblr. As for the birds–the Red Tailed Hawk has been showing up in my life since my dad died seven years ago. It has so much personal significance in my life and my writing that I got all teary eyed when I saw how beautifully the designer incorporated it into the website. <3

  29. Zoe says:

    i love the site, it’s gorgeous and doesn’t take forever to load (which is a problem i’ve been having with some of the author sites on this race sadly).

  30. Rebecca says:

    I love your new website, it’s pretty yet clean and easy to use. 🙂

  31. Aeicha @ Word Spelunking says:

    I love the website. The colors and layout are lovely and not too overwhelming. Thanks for the giveaway.

  32. Baggins says:

    I love your new site, it’s pretty and easy to navigate! I adore your header – I feel like I might have to squint staring at the sun! Gorgeous!

    Thanks so much for the giveaway!

  33. Aik says:

    Your website is beautiful. I love the description on the blog header.

  34. Diana says:

    It is very beautiful!!! I love the colours because sometimes they use colours which are not easy for the eyes but these are perfect!
    Thank you for the giveaway!

  35. Priya says:

    The website is beautiful! I love the colors!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  36. Jasmine Rose says:

    I absolutely adore the colors and the overall look of your site. Sometimes websites can be too cluttered or even too sparse, but your is perfect :]

    jasmineroster(at)gmail(dot)com

  37. Natalie Aguirre says:

    I like your site. It seems really user friendly. Looking forward to reading your book.

  38. Mina Gerhart says:

    Cool website Suzanne,
    Love all the pretty pix & it’s easy to navigate.

    Mindy 🙂
    Birdsooong@aol.com

  39. Mina Gerhart says:

    Cool website Suzanne,
    Love all the pretty pix & it’s easy to navigate. Great excerpt for Touching the surface.

    Mindy 🙂
    Birdsooong@aol.com

  40. Dani Nguyen says:

    I really like the new site. Great color combo. The only thing I would suggest is having a collapsible list of your blog entries by month in the side bar. I always think that’s the easiest way to view a blog’s archive. Hopefully that makes sense.

  41. Emily V. says:

    Very pretty site! I love your header–with the sunlight coming through the tree and everything! 🙂 I also love the cover for “Touching the Surface”.

  42. Eliza says:

    I think the site looks great–beautiful details. (And the social media buttons worked for me.) I’m always intrigued by publication stories, so I’m glad you included that in your FAQ.

    • Kim says:

      Thanks for checking that out Eliza–you made me feel so good about taking the time to do it. I plan on adding lots more to that section because I’m a blabber mouth LOL!

  43. Eliza says:

    I’m @thebooktramp on Twitter and trampolinepress(at)gmail(dot)com.
    I look forward to your book.

  44. Zara D. Garcia-Alvarez says:

    Hi Suzanne, thanks for welcoming feedback. Your site is so appealing. I love the design of your header and the choice of your colour themes. Teal, brown, and beige go so well together. I even love the font style. Pretty, but still easy and clear to read. Plus, the layout of your page is simple and uncluttered. Keep it that way. Sometimes people cram so much stuff on their site, it can be overwhelming! My only suggestion perhaps is to increase your font size if you can. I had to zoom in to increase the font on my browser to be able to read your content comfortably. Your book sounds romantic, wistful, and suspenseful! And I think the cover really captures and conveys that, too. Here’s to crossing my fingers and toes at a chance at winning your bonus giveaway! See you at the finish line of the YAmazing Race! (I’m a little winded, but I’ve always been a pretty good long-distance runner in the past!)

    Zara
    zgarcia(dot)alvarez(at)gmail(dot)com
    On Twitter: @ZaraAlexis

    • Kim says:

      Zara–you sound like me–constantly upping my font LOL! Shhh don’t tell anyone I’m getting old. Good luck with the contests and thanks for all the feedback!

  45. Jessica T. says:

    Love your website design! The colors go well together and are very pleasing to the eye. Plus the header is gorgeous! I love the textures and patterns used throughout the site as well. I can’t think of anything to improve – it looks great already. 🙂 I’m very interested in your book as well. And thanks for the chance to win!

  46. SupaGurl says:

    I love the look of this site! everything goes together so well! cannot wait to read your book it looks great and the cover is very pretty.

  47. Christa Seeley says:

    Website looks great! I love the colours. So earthy.

  48. Taylor Wilkins says:

    Your website is gorgeous, and I’m excited to read “Touching the Surface”!

  49. Jasmine Stairs says:

    I actually have nothing helpful to say, the website looks lovely. (So lovely and fun/professional, in fact, that I just subscribed to the newsletter.) I really like all the little “find Kimberly” buttons. The whole site is beautiful.

    (And yes, I would like to be entered in the contest too.)

  50. Kathryn says:

    Th new website is so pretty. I especially like the background and the little pictures. The quote at the top is my favorite part. 🙂

  51. Marthapao says:

    I love the website! The colors are gorgeous and so are the fonts. The main thing i did notice is that it took a while to load this page and to move around in it. I have IE so it might be my computer but this is the only site so far that has taken as long to load.
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  52. Grace says:

    I love the layout and colors of your website!

  53. Tammy Sparks says:

    Your website is visually pleasing! I love the Pinterest Board, what a cool idea. And the cover of your book, by the way, is gorgeous. Can’t wait to read it!

  54. Dana Hilgers says:

    I think your sites gorgeous. Very well put together.

    Good Job! your book looks great too!

  55. Heather says:

    Your new website is working well on my Playbook. The colours are wonderful, very easy to read .

  56. alicia marie says:

    I LOVE the website! I think the banner is my favorite and i love the quote you included on it. I also like the way you’ve set everything up on the right sidebar, and the font you’ve used is definitely a good one! I would say it’s a pretty awesome website. 🙂 Also love the book cover and can’t wait to read the book!

  57. Emilia S. says:

    You’re website is so unique and really beautiful. I also really love your cover as well, and it sounds like an awesome book!

    Thanks for the giveaway!
    Emilia

    emiliasherman@hotmail.com

  58. Danielle E. says:

    Your blog is really classy and I love the quote on the banner above. Can’t wait to read your book, it sounds fantastic! Yay for swag!

    Danny thestoryseekers(at)hotmail(dot)com

  59. Hannah Elisabeth says:

    Your site is gorgeous. LOVE the banner!

  60. Hannah says:

    I love your website! It’s really easy to navigate and the colours are really soft and pretty – I love the blue vintage wallpaper parts! Your book sounds amazing too btw!

    • Kim says:

      I’m a big fan to the vintage paper too-love how the sky fades into it. Gives me warm fuzzies every time I look at it! Thanks so much for taking the time to check it out!

  61. Jen @ Midnight Book Thief says:

    This site is really beautiful! The colors match perfectly and create a nice earth-toney effect, plus the banner is really pretty. Love it! 😀

  62. Margie M. says:

    Loving the new website! the layout is sooo pretttyyy!
    margiem315@yahoo.com

  63. Eliza says:

    I like your website, especially the top picture (not sure what to call it)Nice font and background

    • Kim says:

      Eliza–I’m learning too. They’ve been calling it a banner and I’m really glad you like it. It makes me happy every time I look at it. :o)

  64. Lisa Asanuma says:

    The website is really lovely! Congrats on your debut!

  65. Angela says:

    Your website is absolutely lovely! Plus, I really like how you’re responding to everyone. Thank you so much for this chance to win!

    angela1997 at live dot nl

    • Kim says:

      Awww of course I would respond–you guys are doing me a huge favor by stopping by. It helps to get my book on people’s radar and you’ve all taken the time to make me smile about my website. I really appreciate it. <3

  66. milind uppal says:

    The new website looks pretty cool

  67. Gabriella says:

    I love your header. It simple but beautiful and the colour scheme really sets off the rest of your blog. Looking forward to your book 🙂

  68. Kristen says:

    Thanks for the giveaway- your book sounds awesome! :)) I absolutely love your website! It’s all beautiful….. but your header is just gorgeous; I love the simplistic elegance of your picture, color scheme, and quote: “Find your voice, spread your wings and fly free…”

    • Kim says:

      Awww thanks Kristen. I wrote the quote, trying to put into words, just a little corner of this journey I’m on. I’m really exciting that it’s resonating. That makes me feel great. <3

  69. Hayley G says:

    Hi Kim! I really like the website, and it’s easy to read. It’s so annoying when you’re unable to read the text 🙂 By the way, I love your cover!

  70. Sharmaine C says:

    Nice website! And thanks for the giveaway! The cover is gorgeous and the blurb is so intriguing!

  71. Sharmaine C says:

    Nice website! And thanks for the giveaway! The cover of your book is just gorgeous! Can’t wait to read it!

  72. Simran says:

    Loving the theme of your site!

  73. Sarah says:

    Love the color of your site and your header is just gorgeous. Your book cover is very beautiful as well. Will definitely add Touching the Surface on my TBR list. 🙂

  74. Jennifer says:

    I LOVE your new website, everything fits nicely together and the theme is perfect! I also love the header, it’s a eye grabber (not literally but figuratively)!
    Thanks for the giveaway, and drop my name in the hat!

    • Kim says:

      Jennifer—hmmm liking the idea of a 3D header that reaches out and grabs the reader *grin.* Consider your name dropped in the hat and good luck with the race!!!!

  75. Orchid says:

    You have a very lovely site. I like how clean and organized everything is. =)

    Would very much love to be included in the giveaway!

    • Kim says:

      Orchid–I’ve been doing laundry and cleaning up all night SOMETHING in my life has to be clean and organized!!!! Thanks so much for your great thoughts. Good luck on the race!

  76. Iffath says:

    New design is fab! The bird at the bottom of the post is gorgeous <3

  77. Zay says:

    Oh, your website is gorgeous just like the cover of your book (which i would like a copy of.) =)
    good luck! more power!

    • Kim says:

      Zay–Surface should be coming out in Net Galley in the near future and all ARC requests must go through Simon Pulse. Hopefully there will be some out there circulating for contests and stuff too!!! Thanks for stopping by my page. :o)

    • Kim says:

      Hi Zay–You’re one of the winners from my blog. Can you give me your email address and I’ll send you the information?

  78. Cayce says:

    You have a beautiful website, love the soft pastel colors you used, and -as everyone else here- I also love your book’s cover. Feels cool and airy, simply perfect 🙂

    cayce006 at yahoo dot com

  79. Grace Radford says:

    I like your new website! Very pretty!!! 😀

  80. MaryAnn says:

    Beautiful site! So excited for you book 🙂 Thank you for this giveaway!

    MaryAnn
    maryann(at)chapter-by-chapter(dot)com
    Chapter by Chapter

  81. Katy Bauml says:

    I love your website. I think it’s really pretty and I love that everything is very clear and organized. All your contact information is easy to find, your archives are clearly visible and your tags are just as organized. Those are very important in my opinion.

    I can’t wait to read your book!

  82. Jessica @ Book Sake says:

    I like the site. I really like the way the sections are divided on the right side of the page. Makes it easy to navigate! And your header is awesome as well!
    – Jessica @ Book Sake

  83. Romi Foster says:

    Oh I adore your new website! I particularly like the banner, it’s really neat!

    (In case I win- rfoster dot foster at gmail dot com)

  84. Lynne says:

    your website is really pretty – very soothing to the eye and easy to navigate.
    I’m looking forward to reading ‘Touching the Surface’, it sounds amazingly good. I’ve added it to my to read list on Goodreads and I’ll be on the lookout for its debut!
    also thankyou for your YAmazing offer – please add my name to the list 🙂

    Best of Luck to you with your book and the website!

  85. Kim says:

    Thanks so much Lynne–what a sweet way to wake up this morning. So excited to be on your TBR list!!!

  86. Kim says:

    THE AMAZING RACE IS NOW CLOSED!!!! EVERYONE WHO COMMENTED ABOVE THIS COMMENT WILL BE ENTERED INTO MY APOCALYPSIE CONTEST. WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON WEDNESDAY!!!! THANKS SO MUCH FOR TAKING THE TIME TO STOP BY MY BLOG, NEW WEBSITE AND THE YAmazing RACE!!!!!!