Monday, October 31, 2011

What a Year!


Have two years really passed since The Romance Dish began?? Well, they do say that time flies when you're having fun, and we have all kinds of fun around here with our guests and all of you. We Dishes have chosen some of our highlights of the past year---boy, have there been a lot! As the song says, "These are a few of my favorite things." *g*





Gannon -- It's been such an exciting and event-filled year here at The Romance Dish, so I had a hard time narrowing my favorite things down to just a few. I have to say that PJ's RWA week was one of my top choices, especially since Andrea, Buffie, and I could not attend this year. PJ's pictures (always fabulous) and her minute by minute coverage was almost like being there. Our blog wouldn't be complete without visits from some amazing authors, many of whom I have had the pleasure of meeting: Vanessa Kelly, Christina Brooke, the ladies of The Ballroom Blog, and Joanna Bourne. Fun, friendly, and incredibly talented, each and every one. Jo's recent blog about heroines and the gemstones that describe them was as unique and creative as she is. I know now when I read a book, I will look at characters in a whole new way! That's just a few favorites from me. And speaking of favorites, Andrea, Buffie, and PJ are three of the finest women I know. I am happy and blessed to call them friends and share this blogging adventure with them. Of course, our adventure wouldn't be complete without all of you stopping by and sharing in the fun. Thank you!


Andrea -- Wow, it’s hard to believe that another year has passed and here we are celebrating our second anniversary. We’ve had so many amazing authors dish with us and a lot of great reviews to help my TBR pile grow by leaps and bounds. Some of my favorite blogs from the past year are: It’s Beginning To Taste A Lot Like Christmas, which featured some really yummy recipes for holiday goodies that I’m already considering making this year, too; Fresh as a Daisy!, where Anna Campbell introduced us to her beloved Daisy Dalrymple Mysteries by Carola Dunn...one of these days I’m going to find them; PJ’s Second Chances or the First Day of the Rest of My Life, where she talked about the day she was shot and we all needed a tissue; Love at First Sight, where I gushed about my love of Harry Potter; Buffie’s Hot Dish for September featuring the oh so hot Jed Hill; and Gannon’s wonderful review of Joanna Bourne’s The Black Hawk...and there are so many more. Most importantly, I have to say how incredibly blessed I am to have Buffie, Gannon, and PJ as my friends and partners and to have so many lovely people visit our blog so regularly. Thank you so much for two wonderful years and here’s to many, many more!

Buffie -- I just can’t believe that The Romance Dish has been going strong for 2 years. I guess that old saying “time flies when you are having fun” is true. We have shared some wonderful times this year. As amazed that I am at all of the talented authors who visited with us, I am doubly amazed at all you wonderful followers and commenters. Thanks for sharing this journey with us! This year has been chocked full of highlights, which made it very difficult for me to choose from but here are a few that come to mind. Who could forget the Ellora’s Cave Showcase? I’m surprised the site didn’t melt with all those steamy stories - LOL!! I really enjoyed learning about illustrated romance novels from photographer and author Jenn LeBlanc. One of my personal highlights was interviewing a favorite author of mine, Nalini Singh. Talk about a fan girl moment for me! I readily admit that I’m an historical romance reader by heart, but this year author Cynthia Eden opened my eyes to the joys of romantic suspense and thus my TBR pile has grown. A personal thank you goes out to authors Lila DiPasqua, Vanessa Kelly and Ashley March for not only writing fabulous books this year, but for also becoming dear friends to me. Last, but most definitely not least, thanks to Andrea, Gannon and PJ for being the ones to share my love of books with, for always having my back and for getting out on the dance floor of life and making the best of it all!

PJ - - They may call it the "terrible two's" but here at The Romance Dish our second year on the web was exciting, exhilarating and more fun than I could have imagined when Andrea, Buffie, Gannon and I first conceived the idea at Moonlight & Magnolias in 2009. I could fill the entire page with favorite memories of the past year but I've done my best to pare it down to a few special highlights. Kaki Warner blew me away with her Blood Rose debut trilogy which made interviewing her in January a total fangirl moment for me. Her answer to my question of who she would take on a campout in the Old West still has me laughing. Another highlight was my blog, Second Chances or The First Day of the Rest of My Life, not because of the story I shared but because of the courage and resilience shown by many of you in the life stories you shared. I had a wonderful time representing The Romance Dish at the RWA National Conference in New York City in July and sharing the experience with you all through my blogs and photos. A very special highlight of that trip was meeting Dish regular, fsbuchler and her wonderful husband! Who wouldn't relate to Sarah MacLean's joy, excitement and pride at being asked to provide a cover quote for her writing inspiration in The book that started it all? Could there be any better group to celebrate a "zero" birthday with than all of you at The Romance Dish? I think not! Thank you to all the wonderful authors and readers who joined me for my three-day birthday bash and a very special thank-you to my Sept. 20th birthday pal, Julie Anne Long. Not only did I have a fantastic birthday party but I discovered that I share my birthday with one of my favorite authors. Can't get much better than that!

Tell us, friends, what are some of your favorite "Dish" moments from the past year?
 
**NOTE: We are giving away prizes all week and want everyone to be included. Please put U.S. (if your mailing address is in the United States) or INT  (if you live in a country other than the United States.) at the end of each of your comments, so we know which prize drawings to enter you in. The more comments you leave this week, the more chances you'll have to win!**

143 comments:

  1. Happy Halloween. Wow, it is hard to believe two years have flown by. I always enjoy PJ's birthday posts and this year day two was especially fun because I got to "chat" with many of the Banditas and Sven as well.

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  2. Happy Happy Halloween!

    Congratulations on two years! That is an amazing milestone.

    US

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  3. I love learning about new authors and there books.US

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  4. I remember the opening posts, I was excited to see this new blog and anticipating what fun I was going to have. And I sure have enjoyed it these last two years. Here's to enjoying many more.

    Barbed1951 at aol dot com
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  5. Happy Halloween, Jane! Hope you have a spooky good time! Do you dress up for the holiday? I'll be a gypsy fortune teller this year. I always dress in costume to greet the little goblins who come to my house.

    So glad you enjoyed my birthday bash. I was thrilled to have so many wonderful authors join me for my celebration! :)

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  6. The Brunette Librarian said, Congratulations on two years! That is an amazing milestone.


    Thanks! Here's hoping we'll be around for many more! :)

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  7. Peggy said, I love learning about new authors and there books.US

    I do too, Peggy. I hope we've brought some new favorites into your reading life!

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  8. I remember the opening posts, I was excited to see this new blog and anticipating what fun I was going to have. And I sure have enjoyed it these last two years. Here's to enjoying many more.

    Barbara, we were blown away by the response to those opening posts and continue to be so touched by the response we receive from the writing and reading community. Thank you for supporting us. We hope we'll be around for many years to come too!

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  9. Hi Dishies! So thrilled about your second year, and congrats on it, and welcome to the THIRD year of wonderful Romance Dish! Grins.

    My fav moment? PJ's birthday bash. Grins.

    Hi Jane! *waves madly!* So glad you enjoyed chatting with Sven!

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  10. I have so many favourite Dish moments but I love when the Dishies travel and bring their cameras with them. Most memorable is the RWA highlights. I'm not able to attend many book conferences but I can always turn to you all to bring back some juicy details with tons of pictures to show :-)

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  11. Na, PJ's RWA blogs were FAB, weren't they???

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  12. Happy Halloween all ;)

    I enjoy PJ's birthday post too and congratulations on tow years and hope will be continue to next year and futher...

    INT

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  13. Hi Jeanne! Thanks so much for the good wishes!

    I'm so glad you were able to join us for my birthday bash. Parties are always better with Banditas! :)

    Readers, be sure to pop over to romancebandits.com today to check out their Halloween party. It's always fun in their Lair and they're giving away prizes too!

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  14. I love when the Dishies travel and bring their cameras with them. Most memorable is the RWA highlights. I'm not able to attend many book conferences but I can always turn to you all to bring back some juicy details with tons of pictures to show :-)

    Thanks, Na! I remember how much I enjoyed my vicarious trips to conferences through the photos of people who attended in person so I always try to do the same when I'm able to attend. Besides, as anyone who knows me will attest, my camera goes with me everywhere! ::grin::

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  15. Na, PJ's RWA blogs were FAB, weren't they???

    Awww, thanks, Jeanne. ::blushing::

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  16. Eli Yanti said, I enjoy PJ's birthday post too and congratulations on tow years and hope will be continue to next year and futher...

    Thank you, Eli. We hope to be here for many years to come and hope you will be too! :)

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  17. Happy Halloween and Blogoversary! I have only been following blogs less than 10 months but have had a great time. My favorite times would included PJ's birthday posts. But I really just love finding new authors and more books for my TBR piles.
    Hope you have a great coming year!
    US resident

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  18. Congratulations! Hope you have many more years of The Romance Dish!

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  19. It has been a wonderful two years for sure.
    There are so many to choose from but just off the top of my head I was really moved by Second chances, and I love the debut authors we get to hear about here. My auto buy has grown by leaps and bounds.

    Hrdwrkdmom52 at aol dot com
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  20. Happy Blog Birthday and Halloween Ladies!

    I've only been visiting for a couple of months but I've really enjoyed your book reviews and posts. I particularly enjoyed Joanna Bourne's post, such an unusual way to think of heroines, and I really enjoyed the ladies of the Ballroom Blog cos I won a book. Thank You.

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  21. I have to say that I love visiting with The Dishes from the reviews to coming attractions to Hottie of the month I love it all.

    You Guys Rock my TBR pile is growing and I have dicovered some wonderful new authors.

    There is always something fun and very interesting here.

    Huge congrats to you Ladies you have done an excellent job and I always feel at home

    Happy Halloween

    Have Fun
    Helen
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  22. Happy Halloween and Congratulations! Keep those reviews coming!
    US

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  23. Oh god, 2 tears! Congrats, ladies! I'm a big time lurker rather than commenter, but I've foound some great reads because of you. Joanna Bourne and Tiffany CLare of course, Eloisa James. You are fantastic, so keep on rocking ;)) Happy Halloween!
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  24. Happy anniversary, lovely ladies! You know how much all of us Romance Bandits love all of you Dishies. ((hugs)) My favorite posts are always PJ's conference posts. Since I haven't been able to go the past two years, the vivid descriptions and great pictures gave me a real sense of the conference. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us, PJ!

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  26. Jane, I always enjoy some time with Sven and the Banditas! :-)

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  27. Happy Halloween, The Brunette Librarian! It's hard to believe that we have been blogging for two years---it's been a great time!

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  28. Peggy, discovering new authors is a real treat, isn't it? :-)

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  29. Barbara E., our first blog had soooo many posts---we were so surprised and thrilled.

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  30. Hi, Jeanne! PJ's birthday bash was a rocking good time! *g*

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  31. Na, we all love PJ's pictures---she's takes so many and they are wonderful! She's our designated expert photographer. :-)

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  32. Hi PJ,

    you welcome and thank you

    i just saw that i won joanne bourne book - black hawk, sorry =( and just email my snail mailing, hope i still can claim the prize

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  33. Eli, thanks for being here for our celebration!

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  34. June, we're happy to have you with us! :-)

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  35. My auto buy has grown by leaps and bounds.

    Oh, Dianna, I know what you mean! LOL

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  36. I particularly enjoyed Joanna Bourne's post, such an unusual way to think of heroines

    It was a fun blog, wasn't it, Beebs?!

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  37. I haven't been following your blog long, having found you only a few months ago, but I enjoy the book reviews because they are in depth and critical without being harsh or over-complimentary. I like reading quotes from the actual book that illustrate some point. A recent example: the review of The Black Hawk.
    Congratulations on your anniversary. Hope to be reading you all for many more years.

    US

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  38. Huge congrats to you Ladies you have done an excellent job and I always feel at home

    What a lovely compliment, Helen. We're so happy you visit with us and enjoy your time here. :-)

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  39. Keep those reviews coming!

    Ginny, we most definitely will. :-)

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  40. You are fantastic, so keep on rocking ;)) Happy Halloween!

    Thank you so much, kara-karina! Happy Halloween to you, too. :-)

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  41. You know how much all of us Romance Bandits love all of you Dishies. ((hugs))

    We love you all of you, Caren! Big (((HUGS)))

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  42. Wow!! 2 years? I don't remember not enjoying any post that I've read.. I love the photos from your travelling! And new authors & reviews.. Congats to all!

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  43. I've only discovered your site this past year. I've enjoyed meeting you all through your comments, reviews and giveaways!

    I wish you continued success! Thank you for sharing your conference experiences and your birthdays too!

    johns lake at usa dot com

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  44. Happy 2nd Anniversary, Dishes! Happy Halloween too!

    I'll join the chorus of appreciation for PJ's conference dishing and pics. They are the next best thing to being there. And Anna Campbell's second look posts are always a treat. Really I can't think of anything about TRD that I don't love, but my favorite thing is the essence of the Dishes--the warmth, comaraderie, and positive energy that characterize this blog. LYG, my friends. May we celebrate many more years of TRD.

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  45. First things first-Happy Halloween everyone! :)

    Wow, I can't believe it's been two years already! I'm sorry that I don't get a chance to comment as much as I'd like, but rest assured, I do check in everyday and read the posts. My day isn't complete unless without my daily dose of the Dish. :)

    I LOVED PJ's RWA coverage (especially since I finally got a chance to meet her there! :) ) and her 3 day birthday bash extravaganza! I always enjoy the author interviews, especially when the ladies of The Ballroom Blog dropped by to visit. And of course, I need to thank Buffie for all of the hard work she does to provide us with a Hot Dish every month. I love the community you four ladies have built here in the past two years, and I consider myself very fortunately to be allowed to be part of it all!

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  46. Happy Halloween & Anniversary.
    I always look forward to the intro of new to me authors at this site. I have paired down my Google Reading but this is a site I visit as it is one of my faves
    Love & Hugs, Pam
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  47. Happy Anniversary to the Romance Dish! PJ's Birthday bash and RWA week are two of my favorite highlights of the past year.

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  48. Hi JuneM! I'm so glad you had fun at my birthday bash. I have to say, it was one of the most fun birthdays I've ever celebrated! :)

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  49. Hi Shirley Sue! ::waving:: Thanks so much for stopping by!

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  51. Happy Blogoversary!

    I won a book each year, so those were highlights. I really enjoy all the reviews, even the ones I don't agree with (the rare times I've read the book before you reviewed it).

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  52. Dianna said, I love the debut authors we get to hear about here. My auto buy has grown by leaps and bounds.

    Mine too, Dianna! And we have more debut authors waiting in the wings!

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  53. Beebs said, I particularly enjoyed Joanna Bourne's post, such an unusual way to think of heroines.

    Wasn't that intriguing, Beebs?

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  54. I have enjoyed "dishing" at The Romance Dish, and hope to do so for many more years to come.
    Happy Anniversary and Happy Halloween. (The two aren't related, right? This better not be a Trick!)
    As another song says, "And many moooooooore!"

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  55. I don't remember not enjoying any post that I've read.

    girlygirl, that makes us very happy. :-)

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  56. Laurie G, all of you make our blog the fun and success that it is. Thank you!

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  57. I enjoy the book reviews because they are in depth and critical without being harsh or over-complimentary.

    TxDee, we're glad you enjoy the reviews---we like to keep them as positive as possible. :-)

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  58. Happy Anniversary to my fellow Southern Belles! I was with you on day one, and I have loved every day since. The parties, the hotties, book reviews, author interviews, book giveaways, and pictures from the events you've attended...all have been so much fun! Thanks for all the time and effort that you put into such a wonderful site!

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  59. Lisa, meeting you in NYC this year was definitely one of the highlights of my year! It's so wonderful to put smiling faces to the names of the people who frequent our blog. Hanging with you at Lady Jane's Salon was lovely. Hope we'll have the chance to meet up at another conference down the road!

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  60. Happy Anniversary! Love all your reviews and you're telling us about new books coming out...I have found some new authors on here and wnat to thank you love all the pics from all the place you girls go...makes me feel like I am there.

    Donna- US

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  61. Really I can't think of anything about TRD that I don't love, but my favorite thing is the essence of the Dishes--the warmth, comaraderie, and positive energy that characterize this blog. LYG, my friends.

    Janga, LYG, too!! We are so happy and grateful that you are a part of our happy little family. :-)

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  62. My day isn't complete unless without my daily dose of the Dish. :)

    Lisa, we can't think of a better compliment. Thank you! :-)

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  63. Pamela, we are so happy you visit here often. :-)

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  64. Bonnie, PJ's birthday bash and RWA highlights were definitely at the top of everyone's list. Good times!

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  65. Anne, we're glad you've won some books. Prizes are always fun, and we love to share. :-)

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  66. Happy Anniversary and Happy Halloween. (The two aren't related, right? This better not be a Trick!)
    As another song says, "And many moooooooore!"


    LOL, Laney! No tricks, just treats. :-)

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  67. Happy Anniversary to my fellow Southern Belles! I was with you on day one, and I have loved every day since.

    Thanks, cheryl c! We're so happy you've been with us since the beginning. :-)

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  68. Happy Halloween!

    There are so many great moments over the last couple of years...it's hard to pick a favorite but I definitely loved "It's Beginning to Taste a Lot Like Christmas", PJ's "Second Chance" and Buffi's "Hot Dish for September" (hey I can't help it I love Jed Hill!)

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  69. I have found some new authors on here and wnat to thank you love all the pics from all the place you girls go...makes me feel like I am there.

    deerdoe69, PJ's pictures are certainly the next best thing to being there. :-D

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  70. Happy Halloween! Congrats on 2 yrs...

    Love all the giveaways on the site. Was so excited when I won my first book here! Enjoy all the interviews with my favorite authors like Sarah MacLean and Julie Anne Long... :)

    International.

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  71. I cannot believe that it has been two years! I still remember that night at M&M when you all were trying to decide on a name and I have to say, nothing beats The Romance Dish. :)

    I always love the reviews, the Teen Menu, and I really enjoyed seeing all the pictures from RWA since I have never experienced the full conference (hoping this will change in 2013!!)

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  72. Happy Anniversary, Dishies!! Another Bandita here to show you some love and wish you many, many more years of great reviews and fun times!

    I'm so glad I swung by for so many reasons, one of which is Andrea's mention of the *It's Beginning to Taste a Lot Like Christmas" blog, because you've reminded me that I must copy down Buffie's Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Bonbons. I love recipes like this one that don't force me to actually measure too much stuff. I'm hopeless as a baker!

    I enjoy all your takes on the latest books and often make my purchases accordingly. I've also loved PJ's conference posts. Even though I go to the conference, PJ always seems to go to the best parties and get all the best scoop ;-)

    And I'll admit I'm partial to Ms. Campbell's reviews, as well.

    Have a wonderful year, ladies!! And Happy Halloween! :-)

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  73. Your reviews help so much in choosing my next book! Thank you for your wonderful blog. USA

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  74. Happy Halloween!

    Congrats on two years, I didn't realize it had been that long I have been with you ladies through most of it. I really enjoy the book reviews you have here and the contest. Thanks for a great two years.

    US

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  75. I love this blog. You ladies are great. Love the great book and author recommendations. I did love the Love at First Site-because I am also a huge Harry Potter fan. Love the books, the movies, the collectible items. Everything. I also liked when you would go to the book conferences and come back and tell us about them. I have always wanted to go to one and I get to go though you.
    Keep up the great book and author recommendations and can't for something new to pop out.
    christinebails@yahoo.com

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  76. I'm new to the Dish -- but love the reviews. have found several new to me authors. Keep up the good work!

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  77. Chrisbails said, Keep up the great book and author recommendations and can't for something new to pop out.


    Chris, check out the News & Notes on our right sidebar. We're excited to announce the news that Kensington has bought the sequel to Theresa Romain's SEASON FOR TEMPTATION!

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  78. I'm new to the Dish -- but love the reviews. have found several new to me authors. Keep up the good work!

    TJ, we're glad you found us!

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  79. Congratulations on your anniversary, ladies! I love coming to your site! Always honest reviews and great interviews!


    international

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  80. Anne said, I won a book each year, so those were highlights. I really enjoy all the reviews, even the ones I don't agree with (the rare times I've read the book before you reviewed it).


    Anne, we love to give away books. Happy to hear you've been a winner both years!

    Nice to hear you enjoy the reviews (even the ones you don't agree with). I think the fact that we all have diverse tastes and can (respectfully) disagree about certain books is a good thing. Please don't hesitate to tell us what works (or doesn't work) for you in the books we review!

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  81. Maria said, ...it's hard to pick a favorite but I definitely loved "It's Beginning to Taste a Lot Like Christmas", PJ's "Second Chance" and Buffi's "Hot Dish for September" (hey I can't help it I love Jed Hill!)



    Maria, I think we all love Jed Hill. Personally, I wouldn't mind if Buffie posted a photo of him every month! :)

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  82. My 4 favorite ladies to dish with! Thank you for all that you do for readers and writers. You make me smile daily. I'm thankful to know each of you. Happy happy day.

    All the best,
    Nicki

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  83. WOO HOO!
    Another Bandita swinging by to wish our favorite Dishes a Happy Blogoversary!

    Keep up the great reviews and all, Ladies.

    AC

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  84. Happy Anniversary and Happy Holloween!!

    My favorite memories are the pictures and stories that you posted at the different book conventions and your author interviews. It's always wonderful discovering a new author or reading a great review on a favorite writer.

    USA

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  85. Buffi's "Hot Dish for September" (hey I can't help it I love Jed Hill!)

    Oh, Maria, I couldn't agree more! *g*

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  86. Was so excited when I won my first book here!

    May, we love giveaways! :-)

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  87. I still remember that night at M&M when you all were trying to decide on a name and I have to say, nothing beats The Romance Dish. :)

    That's right, Trisha! You were there when it all began. *g*

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  88. Yay, Kate! Another Bandita extraordinaire. :-) Thanks for stopping by to share the love---you know how much we love our Banditas!


    Even though I go to the conference, PJ always seems to go to the best parties and get all the best scoop ;-)


    You said it! PJ sees all and knows all. LOL

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  89. robbedofmygoodsense, thanks for being here!

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  90. Congrats on two years, I didn't realize it had been that long I have been with you ladies through most of it.

    Virginia, sometimes it seems like yesterday when we started the blog. Fun, fun, fun!

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  91. I also liked when you would go to the book conferences and come back and tell us about them. I have always wanted to go to one and I get to go though you.

    We're glad you feel that way, Chrisbails. I know what you mean.

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  92. I'm new to the Dish -- but love the reviews. have found several new to me authors.

    We're so glad to have you with us, TJ!

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  93. I love coming to your site! Always honest reviews and great interviews!

    Thanks, ClaudiaGC! We're glad you like it here. :-)

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  94. Nicki, one of our favorite Georgia peaches! We are grateful to call you friend, as well. (((Hugs)))

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  95. HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, Ladies!! I love your site and I love all four of you guys! Bigger supporters of romance genre, romance writers, the Romance Bandits and me, have never been found!!

    I want to extend a big thank you to y'all, and especially PJ for allowing me to bring my debut book The Surrender of Lacy Moregan on your site back in February. That was a BIG THRILL for me!

    May you guys have dozens of more years on the Romance Dish!

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  96. Yay, AC is in the house---it's a Bandita invasion. LOL Love having all of you here. It just wouldn't be a celebration without you. :-)

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  97. Penfield, thanks for being one of our loyal friends. Knowing that you enjoy our site can't help but make us happy. :-)

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  98. Geez Louise, look at all the comments!!! Off to read a few of them.

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  99. I remember the opening posts, I was excited to see this new blog and anticipating what fun I was going to have. And I sure have enjoyed it these last two years. Here's to enjoying many more.

    Thanks for the kind words Barbara. It sure has been a lot of fun so far :-)

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  100. I really just love finding new authors and more books for my TBR piles.

    June, I'm pretty sure we can add to your TBR pile ... hehehehe

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  101. I love the debut authors we get to hear about here.

    You know, Dianna, that is one of my favorite things too. Just something about starting with an author from the very beginning.

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  102. I have to say that I love visiting with The Dishes from the reviews to coming attractions to Hottie of the month I love it all.

    Helen, thanks for being such a great supporter!

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  103. I've only been visiting for a couple of months but I've really enjoyed your book reviews and posts.

    Beebs, so glad you have enjoyed stopping by our site.

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  104. but my favorite thing is the essence of the Dishes--the warmth, comaraderie, and positive energy that characterize this blog.

    Awww, Janga, how sweet!!!

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  105. And of course, I need to thank Buffie for all of the hard work she does to provide us with a Hot Dish every month.

    (wiping the sweat from my brow) Lisa, someone has to do the dirty work ;-)

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  106. Happy, happy anniversary!

    There have been so many favorite moments--PJ's recent birthday bash was fun for everyone; I love the reviews and interviews and the coming attractions. Too much to list! Thanks for adding another that's sure to be a favorite--this anniversary celebration.

    US

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  107. I'm so glad I swung by for so many reasons, one of which is Andrea's mention of the *It's Beginning to Taste a Lot Like Christmas" blog, because you've reminded me that I must copy down Buffie's Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Bonbons.

    Hey Kate! I hope you enjoy the bonbons. That recipe is a staple at my house during the holidays.

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  108. There are so many great moments over the last couple of years...it's hard to pick a favorite but I definitely loved "It's Beginning to Taste a Lot Like Christmas", PJ's "Second Chance" and Buffi's "Hot Dish for September" (hey I can't help it I love Jed Hill!)

    Maria, girl, I'm right there with you -- Jed Hill is one F-I-N-E specimen of a man!!! :-)

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  109. Happy Halloweena and Happy Birthday! I did enjoy the RWA posts with all the great pictures. I also have enjoyed your guest authors and I have found some great books after reading some of your reviews. US

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  110. Caren Crane said, My favorite posts are always PJ's conference posts. Since I haven't been able to go the past two years, the vivid descriptions and great pictures gave me a real sense of the conference. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us, PJ!

    Happy you enjoyed, Caren. Hopefully, next time you'll be in some of those photos!

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  111. Wow, has 2 years gone by? *jaw drop* One of my fav moments is when the Bandits came to play and you asked us to finish their stories and judged the winner, and I won one of them! I will tell you that gave me the courage to plunge forward, finish my WIP and submit it, now, I am published, YAY! and have two more releases from 2 different e-publishers coming this month and next.
    I can't thank you all enough. You are still one of my fav blog destinations, here's to many more anniversaries and more hot dishes and great reviews.

    Cheers~

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  112. Happy 2 years anniversary! Can't believe that it's beeen that long. I have enjoyed all the interviews with all those great authors and contests, as well as PJ's birthday posts.

    US

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  113. Cool costume, PJ. I'm not dressing up this year. I'm staying in and keeping warm on this Halloween.

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  114. Happy Anniversary and congrats on two wonderful years!!!

    You've created such a warm, welcoming and fun place here that I just love visiting :-)

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  115. Wow, another year is gone! Congratulations on your second fantastic year! I hope to get here more often this coming year. The past year was pretty busy with work and family stuff.

    Congrats again!

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  116. Hey, I heard there was a party going on over here at the Dishers' and it's such a cool place to be!

    Congratulations on your second anniversary, guys. You rock!

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  117. Happy Halloween & Anniversary - hope there's no "terrible two" issues ;) Amazing how fast the time flys. Thanks for all the fun -- I can't pick out any single memory cause they're all good :D

    (in us)

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  118. Hey, y'all--Sorry I'm so late getting here! Happy anniversary! I hope you have a great week.

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  119. Oh my goodness, look at all these comments!!! I've had a loooooong day today, so now I'll relax and catch up!!

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  120. Woohoo, Banditas are in the house!!

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  121. Janga said: Really I can't think of anything about TRD that I don't love, but my favorite thing is the essence of the Dishes--the warmth, comaraderie, and positive energy that characterize this blog. LYG, my friends. May we celebrate many more years of TRD.

    Awww, thanks, Janga!! We LYG, too!!

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  122. Lisa said: I love the community you four ladies have built here in the past two years, and I consider myself very fortunately to be allowed to be part of it all!

    We are blessed to have wonderful people like you, Lisa!! (((hugs)))

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  123. I'm late, too, but I wanted to add my thanks and congrats! I can't believe it has been two years either. I remember you guys talking about this at M&M that year. You guys seriously rock!!!

    Thanks so much for all the great recommendations. I'm sure my husband isn't as pleased with all the books I buy, but I'm sure he's happy that I'm happy. :)

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  124. Trisha, you really *have* been there since he beginning! As for RWA, it WILL change in 2013. You had BETTER start saving NOW!!!! ;-)

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  125. Chrisbails said: I did love the Love at First Site-because I am also a huge Harry Potter fan.

    Thanks, Chris! HP forever! LOL

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  126. Nicki Salcedo said: My 4 favorite ladies to dish with! Thank you for all that you do for readers and writers. You make me smile daily. I'm thankful to know each of you.

    We are equally blessed to know you, Nicki!!

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  127. Tami Brothers said: I'm sure my husband isn't as pleased with all the books I buy, but I'm sure he's happy that I'm happy. :)

    Same here, Tami! My hubby says: "Happy wife, happy life." :)

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  128. I just enjoy the introduction to new books & new authors. Your commentary is always enjoyable & helps me know which books I want to read. Conrats on the Great Year!
    US

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  129. Bigger supporters of romance genre, romance writers, the Romance Bandits and me, have never been found!!

    Awww, Suz, big hugs and kisses to you!!!

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  130. Suzanne Ferrell said, I want to extend a big thank you to y'all, and especially PJ for allowing me to bring my debut book The Surrender of Lacy Moregan on your site back in February. That was a BIG THRILL for me!

    My pleasure, Suz! You know how much I love your guys...and you!

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  131. Many thanks to everyone who stopped by today! We appreciate all of your comments and look forward to seeing you tomorrow for Day Two of our anniversary celebration! :)

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  132. The day by day photos and comment on RWA were a lot of fun. If I couldn't go, at least I got to participate vicariously. I have enjoyed finding out about new authors and keeping up with the new book releases. The reviews are great. I check reviews all over the web, but find yours to be the best. You always seem to bring out a special point everyone else has missed and don't give away too much of the story.

    Thanks for a great year.

    U. S.

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  133. I have to admit I liked the RWA pictures the best!

    US

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  134. I hope I am not too late for the party. Happy Halloween and Happy Birthday to The Romance Dish!


    International

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  135. Happy second anniversary to all my favorite Dishes. I'm so glad I found you! I love your blog and enjoy everything you do, from New Releases and Interviews to Guest Bloggers and Hot Dishes! A special Thank You to PJ for your shout out and kind words. George and I feel the same about meeting you at RWA. It was my first conference and meeting you for breakfast and introducing me to so many others at Avon's Romance Tea made me feel very very welcome.

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  136. Congratulations and best wishes on two years. Wonderful and many more.Your posts are great and learning about the books special.

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  137. Best wishes and many more wonderful blogs. The books are a real feature for me.

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  138. I have to say I've just recently found you guys but it looks like a wonderful blog and lots of great authors! (u.s.)

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  139. I always appreciate the reviews. I keep adding to my reading list. I will NEVER catch up.

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  140. Youe reviews have made me pick up and discover new books.

    INT

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