Sometimes I think we, as a romance community, forget to take a minute to think about the things we’re thankful for. We get so wrapped up in our own little blogging world we don’t think about all the things we’re grateful for.

When we started putting together this event I emailed some of our fellow bloggers and asked if they’d be willing to write up a brief paragraph about the things they’re thankful for. The response was overwhelming and so humbling. Throughout the week I’ll be posting their responses – both here and at The Good, The Bad and The Unread. I hope you enjoy reading them as much as I did.

What I’m thankful for in the romance community?

The online romance community has some of the most generous and open minded and intelligent people I’ve met in my life, and I am very thankful that I have gotten to know some of them better through the years. There are those who champion causes, such as when the SmartBitches spearheaded the Google-bombing of Bill Napoli (sexist asshat), and their compilation of examples of plagiarism in Cassie Edwards’ oeuvre; or when Nora Roberts’ teamed with them to raise funds and awareness for the plight of the black footed ferrets. Or those whose enthusiasm spreads to everyone around them, such Kristie(J)’s Quest for Judith James’ Broken Wing–or Dear Author’s viral promotion of Nalini Singh’s Slave to Sensation. Through the online romance community I have been introduced to Karen Scott (*waving* Hello, pardner!), to lisabea (she who you must blame, she started it all), to Mad/Fatin, AmyC, Christine, sula, the awesome Wendy, our very own SuperLibrarian, Sybil and the duckies, you lady Bingers, the wonderful ladies at Romance Novel TV, and so many more bloggers. Then we have the many many authors: Ann Aguirre, Shiloh Walker, Jaci Burton and so many more authors (too many names, too crappy a memory to name all–not to mention the limited space). I have been exposed to different points of view and all sorts of new things, from reading material to philosophical, religious and political discussions. In short, I’m thankful for all the people I’ve met through the online romance community. Thank you, to each and everyone of you ladies (and gents, ’cause there ARE some out there too).

Being fairly new to romancelandia, I am so incredibly grateful to have found a community that shares my love of romance and reading. For so long, I felt like I was the only person around reading romance. When I discovered this community I realized that, not only was I not alone, but there are tons of friendly, caring people out there just dying to share their experiences. The community has fed my reading addiction, provided me with opportunities to share my thoughts, and introduced me to wonderful women from around the world. I am so thankful to have had this experience to get to know you all. Keep reading! Keep recommending! May the TBR piles continue to grow!

What about you? What are you thankful for?

Wherein we spread the love around. The minds behind Bingeaduckia–the ladies of TGTBTU and Book Binge–are giving away books. Isn’t that everybody’s favorite bit? Today they’ll be given away at The Good, The Bad and The Unread, tomorrow here, so check out both spots. Each day one lucky commenter ony any of the Bingeaduckia posts will receive a prize pack.

To find out what’s up for grabs today and what you have to do to win, visit TGTBTU.