Flash Giveaway ~ Charmed Bones by Carolyn Haines

Mar 11, 2018 | Author Showcase

Zinnia, Mississippi is rife with quirky characters, but the arrival of three sister witches―and their intention to open a Wiccan boarding school―sets the small town on its ear. And bodies begin to accumulate as a result. Faith, Hope, and Charity Harrington are sexy and smart. They’re setting up their boarding school in an old dairy―a piece of property with tremendous development potential. And they’re standing in the way of “progress,” according to some in the town.

When young Corey Fontana goes missing, Delaney Detective Agency is hired to find the youth―who’s well known as a local hooligan. His mother, Kitten Fontana, who is married to the kind of land development, believes the witches have abducted her son and makes no bones about it. She’s willing to pay hard cash to find her son, especially if she can implicate the witches in his disappearance.

When Sarah Booth Delaney and her partner, Tinkie Richmond, find Corey, unharmed, it is only the beginning of a series of events that include midnight dances under a full moon, love potions, and murder. Are the sister witches criminals. . . or victims? Do they truly have magical powers, as they claim? Sarah Booth and Tinkie must find the answer before more people are harmed.

Carolyn is giving away an advanced reader copy of CHARMED BONES. Leave a comment to be included in the giveaway. The ARC will be sent directly by the author. U.S. entries only, please. The giveaway ends March 12, 2018. Good luck everyone!

About the author
CAROLYN HAINES is the USA Today bestselling author of the Sarah Booth Delaney Mysteries. She is the recipient of both the Harper Lee Distinguished Writing Award and the Richard Wright Award for Literary Excellence. Born and raised in Mississippi, she now lives in Alabama on a farm with more dogs, cats, and horses than she can possibly keep track of.

125 Comments

  1. Gram
    Gram on March 11, 2018 at 7:42 am

    I just checked and this is available through my library, so I am now on the waiting list. I will leave this drawing for someone not so fortunate.

    • Carolyn Haines
      Carolyn Haines on March 11, 2018 at 9:31 am

      That’s a very generous gesture. Thank you. And please thank your library for me for carrying my books.

    • Mandy Davis
      Mandy Davis on March 11, 2018 at 12:51 pm

      Love your books! 🙂

  2. Cyn209
    Cyn209 on March 11, 2018 at 8:13 am

    I need to do some serious binge-reading on this series……
    Thank you for the giveaway……

    • Carolyn Haines
      Carolyn Haines on March 11, 2018 at 9:32 am

      Yes, you do! Sarah Booth loves to be the focus of binge reading. Good luck and I hope you enjoy my stories.

  3. E. L. Davis
    E. L. Davis on March 11, 2018 at 8:29 am

    This sounds like great case for our hometown girls! I can’t wait to read it! Thanks for the opportunity!

    • Carolyn haines
      Carolyn haines on March 11, 2018 at 9:33 am

      The thanks allege to Dru Ann, who generously helped me offer the book, and to my publisher, St.Martin’s, who made it available. Win-win for Carolyn!

  4. K.T. Barger
    K.T. Barger on March 11, 2018 at 8:50 am

    I’ve loved this series since the very beginning and would be thrilled to win this book!

    • Carolyn Haines
      Carolyn Haines on March 11, 2018 at 9:37 am

      Thank you. That means a lot.

  5. Amy Connolley
    Amy Connolley on March 11, 2018 at 9:06 am

    Love this series and can’t wait for this book!!!!

    • Carolyn Haines
      Carolyn Haines on March 11, 2018 at 9:38 am

      Maybe you’ll win the ARC! I wish everyone good luck!

  6. bobbi
    bobbi on March 11, 2018 at 9:19 am

    A fun witch story. Thank you for the opportunity

    • Carolyn Haines
      Carolyn Haines on March 11, 2018 at 9:38 am

      These are some B-A-D witches–I had a lot of fun researching this story.

  8. Donna Clancy
    Donna Clancy on March 11, 2018 at 9:38 am

    I have never read any of your books and would love to participate in the drawing! Thank you.

  9. Susanne Clemens
    Susanne Clemens on March 11, 2018 at 9:44 am

    I’m re-reading the series (currently Smarty Bones) because I was having SBD withdrawal! Who do you think should be cast as Sarah Booth and Tinkie for the movie(s)? : )

  10. Margaret Beckers
    Margaret Beckers on March 11, 2018 at 9:44 am

    Love Sarah Boothe!! A free copy early would be awesome!!!

  11. Susanne Regalado
    Susanne Regalado on March 11, 2018 at 9:45 am

    I love, love, love your books! Am looking forward to this newest one.

  12. Kathy Schmidt
    Kathy Schmidt on March 11, 2018 at 9:48 am

    I can’t wait to read this! Winning a copy would just be a bonus. Love this series, and can’t wait to see what Sarah and Twinkie get up to this time!

  13. Tina Yakel
    Tina Yakel on March 11, 2018 at 10:11 am

    I really love this series. Sarah Booth and Tinkie are awesome. A great pair of smart detectives. Can’t wait to read this one.

  14. Paula Adams
    Paula Adams on March 11, 2018 at 10:21 am

    This series I want to start reading some day. Thank you so much for this chance. pgenest57(at)aol(dot)com

  15. Candice Conner
    Candice Conner on March 11, 2018 at 10:32 am

    I love a good Southern witchy story and have been waiting on pins and needles since Carolyn told us about it at a Writers’ Guild meeting!

  16. Thomas Palmer
    Thomas Palmer on March 11, 2018 at 10:33 am

    I have not read your works before. This sounds fun.

  17. Lora Blevins
    Lora Blevins on March 11, 2018 at 10:35 am

    I would love to have an opportunity to win and read this book. Thank you!

  18. Cheryl Mansfield
    Cheryl Mansfield on March 11, 2018 at 10:45 am

    Oh…how I l e the bones series. Any of you who haven’t read the books should check out the series. A ghost, quirky characters, the south – it’s what to like. I would love to win…and post review.

  19. Catherine Bogert
    Catherine Bogert on March 11, 2018 at 10:45 am

    Love this series!

  20. Sheila Golding
    Sheila Golding on March 11, 2018 at 10:51 am

    I love this series.

  21. Daniele K
    Daniele K on March 11, 2018 at 11:18 am

    Thank you for the chance to win. I love this series.

  22. DOWARD WILSON
    DOWARD WILSON on March 11, 2018 at 11:23 am

    A series that I anxiously await for each new book. I can never get enough of these characters and this talented author’s writing.

  23. Beth Allen Himmer
    Beth Allen Himmer on March 11, 2018 at 11:27 am

    I love reading about Sarah Booth’s and Tinkie’s adventures! I am looking forward to reading your latest book. 🙂

  24. Sandy
    Sandy on March 11, 2018 at 11:41 am

    I am SO ready for my Bones fix !
    Zinnia folks,Sarah Booth, Tinkie,AND Wiccian mayhem !
    It can’t GET any better ! ❤❤❤
    (Also, have it on hold at the library)!

  25. Debra Woloson
    Debra Woloson on March 11, 2018 at 11:43 am

    This is such a great series. Will admit I binge read this series. I would love to win the new book.Thank you for the giveaway.

  26. Laura F.
    Laura F. on March 11, 2018 at 11:49 am

    Thanks for the chance!

  27. Edwina Aaron
    Edwina Aaron on March 11, 2018 at 12:19 pm

    Since hearing you in June 2017 at the AL ADK meeting I have read all and am anxiously awaiting this release. Would love to have this.

  28. Judy Dickerson
    Judy Dickerson on March 11, 2018 at 12:29 pm

    I love this series & would truly love an arc copy. Thank you for the chance.

  29. Debi Murray
    Debi Murray on March 11, 2018 at 12:31 pm

    Would love to add to my ARC collection!

  30. Bonnie
    Bonnie on March 11, 2018 at 12:37 pm

    I am so ready for a total series re-read as I realy need some Sarah Booth and Tinkie in my life now – thank you for being so good to your readers!

  31. Louise Pierce
    Louise Pierce on March 11, 2018 at 12:41 pm

    Would love to have an advance copy to read, thanks for the opportunity to enter.

  32. Cindi Burgan
    Cindi Burgan on March 11, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    I would love to read your latest book before it comes out!!

  33. Jeni Wright
    Jeni Wright on March 11, 2018 at 1:02 pm

    I can’t wait! I eat your books up as fast as you write them!! Love every one!!

  34. Jennifer Kramer
    Jennifer Kramer on March 11, 2018 at 1:07 pm

    This looks exciting! Can’t wait to read!

  35. Tara Ritter
    Tara Ritter on March 11, 2018 at 1:08 pm

    This is by fat one of most favorite series. I love Sara Booth Delaney,

  36. Brooke Cota
    Brooke Cota on March 11, 2018 at 1:12 pm

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  37. Debra Golden
    Debra Golden on March 11, 2018 at 1:25 pm

    Hi Carolyn, I would love an ARC of Charmed Bones. Your Zinnia books are among my favorites. We have a book club at work and I’m always telling the how much I enjoy your books.

  38. Pamela Lloyd
    Pamela Lloyd on March 11, 2018 at 1:29 pm

    Good…I needed to know it is coming soon. Cannot wait to see what mischief Sara Beth and her cohorts in life and crime get into this time.

  39. Marsha Paul
    Marsha Paul on March 11, 2018 at 1:33 pm

    I would love to win1!!!

  40. Regina
    Regina on March 11, 2018 at 1:38 pm

    Really excited for a chance to read it.

  41. Pat Dupuy
    Pat Dupuy on March 11, 2018 at 1:42 pm

    I love this series! Here’s hoping Sarah Booth and Coleman get some private time this go around!

  42. Janet Sommer
    Janet Sommer on March 11, 2018 at 1:48 pm

    I LOVE this series! Can’t wait to read this new one! Thank you!

  43. Melissa Basnight
    Melissa Basnight on March 11, 2018 at 1:53 pm

    Love the Sarah Booth Delaney mystery series!

  44. Tina Anderson
    Tina Anderson on March 11, 2018 at 1:54 pm

    Oh this sounds really good Carolyn! I can’t wait to read it!

  45. Jessica Flores
    Jessica Flores on March 11, 2018 at 1:55 pm

    Would love to win!! Thank you for the chance! ☆♡

  46. Dodie Osbournd
    Dodie Osbournd on March 11, 2018 at 1:58 pm

    I can’t wait.😍

  47. Sue Farrell
    Sue Farrell on March 11, 2018 at 1:59 pm

    Southern witches and a boarding school—what fun! I’d love to win this book.
    suefarrell.farrell@gmail.com

  48. Missy DiMauro
    Missy DiMauro on March 11, 2018 at 2:04 pm

    Love this series! I feel like I belong in Zinnia! I’d love to win this book! Thank you!

  49. Elizabeth Carskadden
    Elizabeth Carskadden on March 11, 2018 at 2:10 pm

    Thank you for the chance at an early read. It is so hard to wait. Thank you for writing such a wonderful series. I’ve read all of the books and will definitely read this one too- sooner or later.

  50. Amy Gill
    Amy Gill on March 11, 2018 at 2:14 pm

    I absolutely adore this series. Oh, how I would love to win this!

  51. Lisa Kistler
    Lisa Kistler on March 11, 2018 at 2:18 pm

    I can hardly wait to be charmed to the bone by Sarah Booth & Tinkie! I love the rich texture and colloquial feel when I read Carolyn Haines.

  52. Robin Cecala
    Robin Cecala on March 11, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    I am so excited for this! I will be escorting 24 college students on an international trip just before (a great travel experience but it will be exhausting!). So this will be some wonderful downtime when I come back …although an ARC would be great! 🙂

  53. Marissa Broadus
    Marissa Broadus on March 11, 2018 at 2:21 pm

    My Preggo brain had me thinking the book was coming out in March and not May. I cried when I went to purchase it realizing I got the date wrong. I just love slipping into this wonderful world you’ve created.

  54. Donna Maeder
    Donna Maeder on March 11, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    Oh I have been missing my BONES characters! I’d love to win this.

  55. Mary Woodward
    Mary Woodward on March 11, 2018 at 2:31 pm

    Oh this would be a great edition to my Sarah Booth library! Another series I’ve been reading from the beginning so getting a sneak of the latest is always a winner!

  56. Emily Joos
    Emily Joos on March 11, 2018 at 2:32 pm

    I love your Sarah Booth series! They always are such a good read and so hard to put down. I’d love an ARC!

  57. Barbara Simpson
    Barbara Simpson on March 11, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    I am so excited for the new SB book! ❤️❤️

  58. Patricia Reef
    Patricia Reef on March 11, 2018 at 2:42 pm

    Huge fan of this series and can’t wait to read it. Have read them all. Love them.

  59. Barb Bristol Wiesmann
    Barb Bristol Wiesmann on March 11, 2018 at 2:43 pm

    Gosh, I love this series! I can’t wait to find out what SBD does next!

  60. Mary Ann Giasson
    Mary Ann Giasson on March 11, 2018 at 3:01 pm

    This is one of my all time favorite series- so glad there is a new one coming soon!

  61. Autumn Trapani
    Autumn Trapani on March 11, 2018 at 3:04 pm

    A new-to-me series! Thanks for the chance to win and the introduction. This will go on my TBR list!

  62. Autumn Trapani
    Autumn Trapani on March 11, 2018 at 3:05 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win and the introduction to a new (to me) series! I’ll have to see if my library has the first one.

  63. Jana Leah
    Jana Leah on March 11, 2018 at 3:09 pm

    I’m intrigued by these sister witches.

  64. Peggy Mazzone
    Peggy Mazzone on March 11, 2018 at 3:16 pm

    LoveLoveLove this series! Thank you for adding to my ejoyment! 💜💚💙

  65. Ho l ly Keister
    Ho l ly Keister on March 11, 2018 at 3:16 pm

    I have been reading the Bones series since they were first published. I’ve laughed and cried thru the series. I am excited for this chance of having an early read. This book with the Wind sounds intriguing.

  66. Joyce
    Joyce on March 11, 2018 at 3:43 pm

    Love me some stories about the goings on in Zinnia!

  67. Jan Johnson
    Jan Johnson on March 11, 2018 at 3:56 pm

    I’ve loved this series from the beginning. And this one has witches! Oh, wow! Can’t wait to read it.

  68. Barbara Hackel
    Barbara Hackel on March 11, 2018 at 4:10 pm

    Caroline, I love Sarah Booth at Tootsie and their crazy adventures while solving mysteries. I am one of a growing number of people who would love to win your book! I have read every adventure they have had, and each new book is like catching up with old friends. I want Sarah Booth to find happiness as well as keep on solving those mysteries!
    Thank you for a lot of great books and the opportunity to acquire the next one!
    🙂

  69. Kathleen Kendler
    Kathleen Kendler on March 11, 2018 at 4:23 pm

    Would love to continue this story line. Very geneorous of the both of you.

    Have a great day!

  70. Cara Dedden
    Cara Dedden on March 11, 2018 at 4:50 pm

    Thanks for this chance to win, my sister loves to read your books, sounds like a really good book. Can’t wait to read it.

  71. Rochelle Funderburg
    Rochelle Funderburg on March 11, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    I love this series–great characters and stories, and this one sounds like it’s no exception–can’t wait to read about the Southern witches.

  72. Rachel
    Rachel on March 11, 2018 at 4:52 pm

    I love Sarah Booth and Tinky and the world you’ve created for them. Can’t wait to read your next installment! ❤️

  73. Meg
    Meg on March 11, 2018 at 4:59 pm

    Thanks for making such a generous offer. Always fun to spend time with Sarah Booth et al.

  74. Dianne Casey
    Dianne Casey on March 11, 2018 at 5:04 pm

    Love the cover! This is such a great series and I would love to read “Charmed Bones” to see what Sarah Booth Delaney and Tinkie are up to.

  75. Robin L. Coxon
    Robin L. Coxon on March 11, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    Thanks Dru Ann for hosting Carolyn Haines on your blog and her latest book. Starting from the cover and including your information in your blog sells me the need to read this book. My fingers are crossed.

  76. Debra Simmons
    Debra Simmons on March 11, 2018 at 5:41 pm

    I can’t wait to read about Sarah Booth. I have missed her and all of Zinnia.

  77. Tari Hann
    Tari Hann on March 11, 2018 at 5:43 pm

    This looks really good, thank you for the giveaway!

  78. Christi Kerbers
    Christi Kerbers on March 11, 2018 at 5:53 pm

    Can’t wait to see how they solve this case! Hopefully, the witches don’t mix up “love potions” and give them to wrong men in town. I would hate for Sarah Booth and Coleman to be jinxed.

  79. Linda Herold
    Linda Herold on March 11, 2018 at 5:58 pm

    I am a fan of this series! Thanks for offering this contest!!

  80. Jess D
    Jess D on March 11, 2018 at 6:03 pm

    Sounds like a great read. Thanks for the chance.
    Maceoindo(at)yahoo(dot)com

  81. Mary C
    Mary C on March 11, 2018 at 6:12 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win an ARC of Charmed Bones!

  82. Judy
    Judy on March 11, 2018 at 6:27 pm

    Dang, you know I’m waiting patiently for May 15th! 🙂 Just like a little kid, I’ll be up all night reading with a blanket wrapped around me, trying to outsmart the whodunit.

  83. Caitlin Bame
    Caitlin Bame on March 11, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    Love this series!!!

  84. Margaret Utsey
    Margaret Utsey on March 11, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    I have hardback or paperback copies of this entire series! Love it and would love to win, but will buy it or check out from the library! Mwutsey@aol.com

  85. Renee Collins
    Renee Collins on March 11, 2018 at 6:57 pm

    I am looking forward to reading your latest release in this series! Thank you for sharing copies with others. I hope I win, but if not, a hearty Congratulations to the winner! I feel like a winner just knowing one way or the other, I’ll have a copy to read!

  86. Alana Palmer
    Alana Palmer on March 11, 2018 at 7:26 pm

    I love all of Carolyn’s books! I would absolutely love to be able to read this next book sooooon! ❤️❤️❤️

  87. Jennifer Heath
    Jennifer Heath on March 11, 2018 at 7:41 pm

    I love this series and love witches! Crossing my fingers here! Thank you for the chance to win!

  88. Sharleen Wells
    Sharleen Wells on March 11, 2018 at 8:23 pm

    Love this series. Love the characters and always look forward to reading the next one

  89. Liz Lowe
    Liz Lowe on March 11, 2018 at 8:31 pm

    I 1st picked up this series because my grandmother was a Booth & it quickly became one if my favorites! I can’t wait to read the latest!

  90. Kara Vaughan Marks
    Kara Vaughan Marks on March 11, 2018 at 8:38 pm

    This sounds really good–I’d love to read it. Ty for the giveaway. legallyblonde1961@yahoo.com

  91. Lisa Mitchell
    Lisa Mitchell on March 11, 2018 at 8:56 pm

    Love love love this author and this series! I would be beyond thrilled to win! Thanks for the chance!!

  92. Polly Barlow
    Polly Barlow on March 11, 2018 at 9:04 pm

    This sounds like an interesting read penned by a great story teller.

  93. MaryBeth Gokee
    MaryBeth Gokee on March 11, 2018 at 9:19 pm

    I’ve been obsessed with your books since before we met after Katrina. I feel like they’re family. Your writing mind keeps me going in the hopes of being officially published, rather than self-published. I’ll just keep working and waiting for your new books to read each year!!!

  94. Karen Terry
    Karen Terry on March 11, 2018 at 9:42 pm

    Sounds like a fun read.

  95. Paulette Banning
    Paulette Banning on March 11, 2018 at 10:41 pm

    You are my favorite author! I love your books, especially the Sarah Booth Delaney series and would love to win this book!

  96. Pam Michaud
    Pam Michaud on March 11, 2018 at 10:41 pm

    Loves the series. Can’t wait to read the latest one.Is going through withdrawal having not read a new book in the sries

  97. Vicki Bain
    Vicki Bain on March 11, 2018 at 10:49 pm

    Looks like it’s time to start rereading my “Bones” series!! Always have to start at the beginning and build up anticipation! Can’t wait! 😊

  98. Barb Foerst
    Barb Foerst on March 11, 2018 at 10:55 pm

    Love Sarah Booth. And a Wiccan school. What fun!

  99. Natalie Phillips
    Natalie Phillips on March 11, 2018 at 11:13 pm

    Would love to win this book!

  100. Aimee Woolverton
    Aimee Woolverton on March 11, 2018 at 11:47 pm

    Me! Me! Me! Me! Me! I am in Sarah Booth Delaney withdrawal!!!!

  101. Debra Dempsey
    Debra Dempsey on March 12, 2018 at 12:12 am

    I can hardly wait to read this. Once a year I start at the beginning and read the entire series again. I have cast the movie of these books over and over and also thought of it as a tv series! Please know that your readers cherish the characters as old friends and can see the Delta as though standing on a levee. Thank you for your books.

  102. Cindy J.
    Cindy J. on March 12, 2018 at 12:31 am

    I can’t wait to see what Sarah Booth and Tinkie are up to now!

  103. Anne Leazar
    Anne Leazar on March 12, 2018 at 2:07 am

    I remember when I fell in love with the Sarah Booth Delaney series in July, 2016. I had looked for a new author to read over the 4th of July weekend. I found “Bone to be Wild” at the book store. I love that book, so imagine my surprise that Sarah and her friends have a book series. I drove to the library and checked out the SBD mystery books they had, which was 5 books. Then I drove the Liberian crazy with so many interlibrary loans that summer. I finished the whole series in two months, the Liberian was celebrating with me on the completion of this series. I cannot wait for the new SBD mystery to arrive.

  104. Margaret Rushton
    Margaret Rushton on March 12, 2018 at 2:24 am

    I’m excited to read this book. Love magickal cozy mysteries. I have very close ties to Salem MA, a town I adore and love to visit as often as I can, my boys live there.
    Thanks for the chance to win.
    scarletbegonia5858(at)gmail(dot)com

  105. Kim Ehrenhaft
    Kim Ehrenhaft on March 12, 2018 at 10:07 am

    Magical cozy mysteries ROCK! Would love a new one! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

  106. johnna smith
    johnna smith on March 12, 2018 at 12:08 pm

    love, love, love this series!!! Thank you for the chance to win a copy

  107. judy grogan
    judy grogan on March 12, 2018 at 1:56 pm

    thanks for the chance. love your books.

  108. Rebecca Wolf
    Rebecca Wolf on March 12, 2018 at 4:34 pm

    Looks like a great book!

  109. Christine
    Christine on March 12, 2018 at 11:33 pm

    Your book sounds fantastic!

  110. Stephanie Ellis
    Stephanie Ellis on March 12, 2018 at 11:34 pm

    Can’t wait to read this book!

  111. Anne Davis
    Anne Davis on March 12, 2018 at 11:42 pm

    Last fall I bought the first 4 Sarah Booth books to read as I finished chemo and had surgery. I quickly plowed through the whole series! I love her and all her pets and crazy friends. Cannot wait for the next book!

  112. Robin Cherry
    Robin Cherry on March 13, 2018 at 12:01 am

    Would love to read it. I have read all of the Sarah Booth books.

  113. Dru
    Dru on March 13, 2018 at 4:46 am

    **** WINNER ****
    Charmed Bones is Anne Leazar
    Congratulations!

  114. Penny Abdalla
    Penny Abdalla on March 13, 2018 at 4:05 pm

    Oooh, sounds fun! I’m always on the hunt for a new (to me) author:)

  115. Heather Thibodeau
    Heather Thibodeau on March 13, 2018 at 6:50 pm

    Thanks for the chance!

  116. Sherri Leung
    Sherri Leung on March 13, 2018 at 7:32 pm

    This would be AWESOME sauce. Thank you and good Luck to all!!!!

    • Sherri Leung
      Sherri Leung on March 13, 2018 at 7:35 pm

      Oops just saw the winners post. Story of my life….a day late and a dollar short…lol. Congratulations Anne!!!!

  117. Pat Murphy
    Pat Murphy on March 15, 2018 at 7:11 pm

    Would love to add this to my TBR list. I recall reading the earlier ones but it has been awhile since the last one.