Loren Hale's Spooktacular Birthday Celebration + Giveaway

It's a big day today. Not only is it Addicted After All release day, but it's Loren Hale's 24th birthday too! *cheers and claps wildly* 

I may be a tad (to put it lightly) obsessed with the Addicted and Calloway Sisters series by Krista and Becca Ritchie. 

But who isn't? Maybe not to my extreme... but still ;)

After Lily's Birthday Extravaganza back in August, we thought it was only fitting that 

we celebrate the birth of her other half and *cough* my *cough* soulmate, Loren Hale.

Since Lo's birthday falls on Halloween, I've put on my costume and decorated to suit the occasion!

I've invited some fantastic people to join me in wishing Lo a very happy birthday!

We have nachos, wine, chocolate, cake, blow pops, something for everyone. Sit back and relax.

Be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the celebration.

Thanks for reading and we hope you enjoy the post!!

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Jae

Dear Loren,

I drew a blank on what kind of graphic I wanted to make for your birthday, 

so I'll be pouring all my love (and fangirling) into this message instead. :)

You are such an inspiration. 

Your strength and determination constantly motivate me to be better and reach my own goals.

You've grown so much since you first appeared in Addicted to You

and I could not be more proud or in love with you (don't worry Lil, it's strictly platonic :D).

You've made me feel every possible emotion. I've laughed and cried with you, for you.

"A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure

in spite of overwhelming obstacles." —Christopher Reeve

I recently heard this song by The Script that made me thing of you and Lil.

You've both struggled through your addictions and have reached rock bottom on different occasions.

But if you're at the bottom, you can only go up from there. 

I'm convinced that LiLo love is invincible.

Don't give up. We're all rooting for you! 

Jenn

Jenn from Addicted Series Fanpage made this wonderful birthday graphic featuring Vlad (dream cast  for Lo)!
Don't you just want to lick love him? Really now, I could stare at this one all day. *wipes drool away*

Lanie

Lanie (Mauve Fairy) from Musings of a Book-a-holic Fairies, inc. made these fabulous graphics to celebrate Lo's birthday. 
All those descriptions are spot on, especially the "loves unconditionally and passionately"! <33

Abi
One of the lovely Fizzle Force members, Abi Kay, has created this lovely graphic with an Addicted spin 
on the classic 'Roses are red' poem. *climbs up the highest tower and shouts* It's all true! We do love you!!! :'D

Sil

Sil from Hopeless Book Lovers makes some of the most stunning graphics!!  She made this one in honor of Lo's birthday and included an adorable message for him :)

Lily

Next, we have Lily from Lily's Book Blog sharing this touching letter she wrote for Lo.  
The feels are strong with this one (I feel like I'm reading a love note between LiLo *cries*)! 

Dear Lo, 

You continue to positively astound me. 

Your thoughtfulness, passion, loyalty and your bravery are just some of your amazing qualities. 

Watching you grow into the amazing man you are today has been a wonderful and heartbreaking journey. 

You have never been worthless Lo and I think you're finally beginning to see that, too. 

I hope today is an amazing day for you Lo and that you enjoy tonight's Mexican restaurant bombshell. 

I promise it's going to be a good one. 

I love you Lo, and I'm so unbelievably proud of you! 

—Lily

Amy

Amy from Foxy Blogs made these true-to-character graphics! I can't stop giggling at the second one. 

Let's be honest, there would be more than one volunteer tribute if it meant a hug from Lo ;)

Nazeefa

Nazeefa from Bookish Musings is another graphics guru who I've been known to stalk on tumblr heh. She created this beautiful graphic and message wishing Lo a happy birthday :)

Happy birthday Loren!

You strength, compassion and ability to love inspire me.

Despite the road blocks you've succeeded and I'm so proud of you.

Love you always, Nazeefa

Xtina

Xtina from Kitty Kats Crazy About Books made this super fun graphic for our dear Loren Hale.

It's not a party without balloons and confetti! *fires confetti cannons*

Siiri

Last, but certainly not least, we have Siiri from Little Pieces of Imagination who has come up with a creative and heart-warming message to Lo for his birthday! I'm so in love with this, not only for those pretty covers but for the meaning behind the words.

Dear Loren, 
I don’t know how to make gorgeous edits nor can I really draw as you saw this week, but what I do know is books and there is no better way to describe my feelings then by getting creative with this lousy free verse book poem. 
Seeing as you’re a geek yourself, I hope you like this geeky little thing.

Lo, Ever since we first met you, we knew you had a Rebel Heart inside you. 

You possess Cruel Beauty, though that’s really just you trying not to get hurt and cover your own pain.

The Things I Can’t [ever] Forget though, are your incredibly passionate spirit and Adorkable geeky side. 

And knowing that even Through the Ever Night, you didn’t give up; you kept fighting. 

It gives me strength during tough times, knowing that if you and Lily could pull through; we all can. 

You show us every day what it’s like to love someone and, more importantly, How to Love someone.

Maybe Someday you’ll realize how big of a Champion you really are;  How much we adore you and this particular goofy yet so adorable Fangirl together;  How much we have all been rooting for this epic, quirky Meant to Be romance;  /in case you didn't know, we're all shipping it like nobody's business, thank you/  How much we appreciate all that you have done for the people you love.
I hope you finally find your own Sea of Tranquility with Lily  You know, where magic is real? Where you finally get your superpowers?  Yeah, I hope that happens soon! *crosses fingers and blows fairy dust*  Whatever happens though, know that you are very, very loved. Today. Always.  Happy birthday, Loren! 
 With all my heart,  Siiri
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A gigantic thank you to Jenn for donating some awesome prizes!! <3 Together, we've come up with a sweet giveaway. There will be a total of 4 winners:  2 for ebooks of winner's choice from the Addicted or Calloway Sisters series by Krista and Becca, 1 for an ebook of AAA as well as a LiLo Love T-shirt, and 1 for a signed AAA paperback!  This giveaway is international and all entries will be verified.

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