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February 11, 2015
Fifty Shades of Fabulous
There are no words to describe how excited I was to win tickets to the Fifty Shades of Grey Premiere, #FiftyShadesFirst. I don’t know how it happened, but from uncertain about the books I became a true fan girl. I drank the Koolaid and I’m proud of it. I’m one of the few who didn’t think Charlie Hunnam was the right casting for Christian Grey and loved Jamie Dornan and one of the few who liked Dakota Johnson right off. Even though he and Dakota were both unknowns to me, I was hooked. And when I saw the movie poster of them together, the one on the book cover … I redrank the Koolaid. Happily!
So now you know where my head was going into the movie. So … What was the day like?
So many bloggers already described the morning but I’ll sum up quickly and give you pictures! We picked up our tickets – PRIME SEATING – thank you very much GUILTY PLEASURES BOOK REVIEWS for the experience! We walked the grey carpet, passed the movie posters and images and picked up a gift – a replica key to Christian’s Red Room of Pain as Ana calls it. Squee! I’m trying to decide where to give it a place of honor! They served hors d’oeuvres and popcorn and we took our seats. I met Kristen Proby and Laurelin Paige (cue the fan girl SQUEE on all sides). The TODAY SHOW was filming so many of you saw this from the other side … Seeing the stars in person was amazing although with the screaming and standing fans, very hard to see. When I caught the clips later, I fell in love with Jamie and Dakota even more. EL James was amazing and gracious with her readers. Sam Johnson the director was awesome too.
THE MOVIE Grade – FIFTY SHADES OF FABULOUS!
How’s that for a review? If you’re on the fence about Dakota as Ana, don’t be. She owned the part. She played Ana like she was born to be her. She gave her life and depth and humor (oh the scene where she drunk calls Christian from the bar is priceless) and the negotiation scene … she owns him. And Jamie? He’s Jamie. Personally I wish he was warmer and more excited in the interviews but that didn’t impact how he played the part. He nailed Christian Grey. Secondary characters? Perfect. Kate? Adorable yet tough and strong. Elliot? Laters, Baby! Loved him. I could go on but I won’t spoil things.
I can’t find anything negative to say except I wish for more! There were a few scenes in the book that touched me personally and some of those were missing but there is only so much you can squeeze into a movie and the way they condensed the time frame to make it work was perfect. Awesome.
And the icing on an already fabulous cake? THERE WILL BE MORE! Fifty Shades Darker is filming in June 2015 and will release March 2016. Fifty Shades Freed is next. So say the director and the stars and even better, Universal Studios. I say, bring it on!
February 7, 2015
Reading Saturday!
I’m visiting youngest at college – will do a full 50 Shades Premier post next week. Until then … WHAT ARE YOU ALL READING?
February 4, 2015
We Love our Book Boyfriends Giveaway!
We Love Our Book Boyfriends Multi Author GIVEAWAY!
25 Bestselling Authors – One Mega Giveaway!
Prizes –
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3 $50 Amazon Gift Cards
25 Free Digital Books
One Reader Luncheon Ticket at RomCon® 2015
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Barbara Freethy, Carly Fall, Carly Phillips, Cassie Hayes, Chris Keniston, Coreene Callahan, Cynthia Friberg, Cynthia Woolf, Eileen Dreyer, Eve Langlais, Heather Graham, Jennifer Zane, Joni Hahn, Karen Doctor, Kristan Higgins, M.K Eidem, Maggie Mae Gallagher, Mary Buckham, Melissa McClone, Michele Callahan, Michelle Howard, Nancy Naigle, SE Smith, Sylvia McDaniel, Vanessa Vale
February 3, 2015
Fifty Shades Preview – SQUEE!
Hard to believe … THANK YOU to Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews – I’m taking Mini Me and going this Friday to the Today Show FIFTY SHADES FIRST screening of the movie – and Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan will be there. OMG AND SQUEE! Ya’ll know I’m a huge fan. And a crazy romance writer.
If you followed me on the Plotmonkeys blog, you’ll remember these posts I did on Fifty Shades back in 2012.
Fifty Shades of Lunch – EL James Signing
http://www.plotmonkeys.com/2012/05/17/fifty-shades-of-lunch-e-l-james/
Fifty Shades – My Mea Culpa
http://www.plotmonkeys.com/2012/03/15/fifty-shades-my-mea-culpa/
Fifty Shades Final Comments
http://www.plotmonkeys.com/2012/03/18/my-fifty-shades-final-comments-winners/
Except it seems those weren’t my final comments because now there is a movie. And I’m so there. Which means you’ll get another blog with all my opinion and pics! Now I realize not everyone loves the books or the casting. And you’re entitled to your feelings. But let’s keep things light and fun here at my cyber home, OK? HOW EXCITED ARE YOU FOR ME, LOL! 
February 2, 2015
More DTLove Kindle World Authors!
MARCH 23rd! Mark your calendars! 6 new Kindle World Authors – Fabulously talented ladies with stories to tell!
Erin Nicholas is the New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author of sexy contemporary romances. Her stories have been described as toe-curling, enchanting, steamy and fun. She loves to write about reluctant heroes, imperfect heroines and happily ever afters.
You can connect with Erin at:
www.ErinNicholas.com
https://www.facebook.com/ErinNicholasBooks
Mari Carr is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestseller of contemporary erotic romance novels. Join her newsletter so you don’t miss new releases and for exclusive subscriber-only content.
https://www.facebook.com/MariCarrWriter
Cari Quinn, USA Today bestselling author, wrote her first story—a bible parable—in 2nd grade, much to the delight of the nuns at her Catholic school. Once she saw the warm reception that first tale garnered, she was hooked. Now she gets to pen sexy romances for a living and routinely counts her lucky stars.
http://cariquinn.com/
https://www.facebook.com/CariQuinnAuthor
Sami Lee-- Cheeky Aussie. Mother of two. Author of sweet and sinful romance novels. Occasional impersonator of Wonder Woman.
More from Sami here:
www.samilee.com
https://www.facebook.com/SamiLeeAuthor
Rhian Cahill is the alter ego of a stay-at-home mother of four. Multi-published in erotic romance, Rhian, with the help of Mr. Muse, spends her days and nights writing. When not glued to the keyboard you’ll find her book in hand avoiding any and all housework as much as possible.
http://www.rhiancahill.com/
https://www.facebook.com/RhianCahillAuthor
Taryn Elliot comes from the great state of New York—upstate, thank you very much. She falls in love with every one of her leading men as she writes their book, and there’s always a soundtrack to match. Please visit her at:
http://tarynelliott.com/
https://www.facebook.com/TarynElliottFic
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January 30, 2015
20 Free & Bargain Books!
READ ON FOR BUY LINKS AND INFO ON EACH BOOK! I realize not all the LINKS are working – so please visit LAUREN HAWKEYE’S WEBSITE FOR ALL BUY LINKS
New from the New York Times Bestselling Author of The Ex Games & The Private Club
Finding My Prince Charming is book one of a three book contemporary romance series.
Can a Playboy Prince ever be tamed?
When Lola Franklin decided to study abroad she never anticipated embarking on a whirlwind weekend romance with a hot guy before classes started.
And she certainly never counted on the hot guy being her new professor. Or a Prince. Or the biggest asshole she had ever met.
Xavier Van Romerius is the playboy Prince of Europe and he loves his life. He doesn’t do relationships, and never wants to get married. But when he see’s Lola Franklin flirting with his little brother Sebastian, he realizes that maybe he needs to rethink his ideas about love before the wrong Prince gets the girl.
Recommended for readers age 18 and over, due to mature content.
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The Other Brother Part 1 is on sale for 0.99 during preorder only… get yours now before the price goes up!
From two New York Times bestselling authors comes a stunning tale of betrayal and blood…Simple. The consummate good girl, this is the word I used to describe my life… until my stepbrother Seth came to live with us. Until that point, I’d been a very good girl… but my older, emotionally blocked stepbrother made me want to do very bad things.With him.In the course of one night everything changed, and my simple world was torn to shreds. I wanted to hate him. I did hate him. Mostly.But now he’s back. And nothing will ever be simple again.
The Other Brother is a novel told in three parts. This is part one of three.
**Contains graphic sexual content and harsh language. It is only appropriate for adult readers age 18+**
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Life as a teenager is never easy. But for Natalee Murray, things have just gotten way more difficult. Bored with life, she can’t wait to graduate high school and get out of town, especially considering the famous band members from AD2 suddenly start attending her school, making her once boring life, absolutely insane.It starts with a pen. A single brush of fingers, and she is captivated.But Alec and Demetri have a dark secret, one that could shatter their reputations and Natalee’s heart. What do you do when one guy paints your life with color while the other infuses your soul with passion? How do you choose when your heart is divided?*This is a New Adult/Mature YA. Minor swearing and drug usage.
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An old rivalry threatens Sam’s long-planned proposal to Amy when case of mistaken identity makes fists fly. Can a moonlit serenade on a rooftop make up for old mistakes as their future hangs in the balance?This is a 60-page short story set in the Random series after Random Acts of Hope and features all of the main characters from the first four Random books (except for Mavis the Chicken. Sorry.)
**This story originally appeared in the LOL vol. 2 boxed set**
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SAVE ME AND I’LL SAVE YOU….My name is Calla Price. I’m eighteen years old, and I’m one half of a whole.
My other half– my twin brother, my Finn– is crazy.I love him. More than life, more than anything. And even though I’m terrified he’ll suck me down with him, no one can save him but me.I’m doing all I can to stay afloat in a sea of insanity, but I’m drowning more and more each day. So I reach out for a lifeline.Dare DuBray.
He’s my savior and my anti-Christ. His arms are where I feel safe, where I’m afraid, where I belong, where I’m lost. He will heal me, break me, love me and hate me.
He has the power to destroy me.
Maybe that’s ok. Because I can’t seem to save Finn and love Dare without everyone getting hurt.
Why? Because of a secret.
A secret I’m so busy trying to figure out, that I never see it coming.
You won’t either.
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Sabrina can’t believe her luck–she’s always dreamed of front row seats to see her favorite band, “Trouble,” but when she bumps into lead singer, Rob Burns, and he invites her backstage, she finds herself hoping her luck doesn’t run out–and that maybe, just maybe, all her dreams will come true.Full novel from New York Times Bestseller Emme Rollins
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Note: This title the ultimate fantasy come true when a female fan meets a sexy rock star guitar god with enough pluck to make the g-string on your Stratocaster quiver for days. (This title was originally published as “Happy Accident”)
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A doomed woman. A dangerous and mysterious man. And an epic passion that cannot be denied…Don’t miss Mal and Christina’s story:Find Me in Darkness, Part 1Find Me in Pleasure, Part 2Find Me in Passion, Part 3
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From the first moment I saw Malcolm, I felt his power shudder through me. Lithe and powerful, dark and controlling, he cast a spell over me that I didn’t understand, but to which I willingly surrendered.
One touch and I melted. One glance into his storm-swept eyes and I was lost. One kiss, and I was bound.
But sometimes passion can burn to hot, and it would take all of our strength for Mal and I to survive the fire that raged between us…
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And be sure not to miss the first novella in this exciting and sexy series by Julie Kenner (aka J. Kenner), Caress of Darkness, a 1001 Dark Nights novella.
***NOTE TO READERS*** Each of the 1001 Dark Nights novellas stands alone. (Caress of Darkness and the 2015 release, Caress of Pleasure.) The Find Me books are a true trilogy spanning Mal and Christina’s romance and are meant to be read in order.
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“Come here, beauty,” he says. “You need to be kissed.”He is Professor Dean West, a sexy, brilliant scholar of medieval history and the love of my life. He is my white knight, my lover, my best friend, the keeper of my dark secrets. He taught me the meaning of both love and erotic pleasure. He has slain monsters for me and alongside me. He knows he has all of me.And then…I discover that I don’t have all of him.BOOK ONE in New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Nina Lane’s sexy, passionate SPIRAL OF BLISS series. This contemporary erotic romance about professor Dean West, a protective alpha male, and his cherished beauty Olivia will melt your heart, turn you on, and enchant you with the power of a love to end all loves.
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NY Times Bestselling Author Carly Phillips turns up the heat in her newest sexy contemporary romance series, and introduces you to the Dare family… siblings shaped by a father’s secrets and betrayal.”One of my favorite reads this year.” HM Ward, NYT Bestselling Author of The Arrangement”An incredibly sexy contemporary romance that’s impossible to put down!”– Rachel Van Dyken #1 NYT Bestselling author of The BetWhen it comes to family, Ian Dare gives his all but in relationships he offers the bare minimum. Until one glimpse of sensual Riley Taylor arouses his dominant and protective instincts. He will do anything to possess her … and does. But any future with Riley must include him dealing his half-brother who is a constant reminder of the pain he’d rather forget.Riley Taylor believes herself immune to domineering men – until charismatic Ian Dare turns a simple kiss into an all out assault on her senses and she discovers she likes his brand of control in the bedroom. As their affair heats up, they soon realize they complete each other in ways neither imagined. But Riley’s past is closer than she cares to remember, and her struggles with Ian’s dominance might just cost her everything.
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Damian is book one is The Heartbreaker series Meet Damian Castillo. The man, the legend, the heartbreaker. As a self-proclaimed man-whore, Damian doesn’t believe in love or commitment. In fact, he can’t remember the last time he’s had feeling for a woman that went beyond hot, no-strings-attached sex. The only things he cares about are his bar, his appearance, and his needs.
But then he meets Alexis.
Meet Alexis Blythe. A small town girl that has lost a lot of love in her life. Wanting to leave her past behind her, she moves to San Francisco looking for a big change. Yet, despite everything she’s gone through, she still believes in true love.
But then she meets Damian.
When Alexis shows up into his life, Damian’s caught by surprise. She’s different. She’s sweet, innocent, and feisty. But above all, this woman didn’t respond to his charm and piercing-blue eyes the way every other woman did. To Damian, she’s his ultimate challenge.
Could Alexis be the girl that will break through Damian’s wall of perpetual bachelorhood without getting hurt? Or will Damian remain true his ways and break Alexis’s heart and her hopes of true love?
New Adult Contemporary Romance with **Mature Content** Recommended for 17+ due to mature language and adult situations.
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Matteo Benenati has spent his life wrapped in wealth and privilege. He is shallow, selfish, jaded—and he likes it that way.When bold American art student Riley Tremaine crashes into his life, her light forces him to examine the dark places inside of his soul, the ones he thought he’d buried with his father. He knows he should let her go… but he’s never claimed to be a good man.When Matteo is pitted against his unscrupulous stepsister Emilia Guerra in a bid for his late father’s empire, he must decide between honor and vice. In need of a wife—and desperate to possess her—Matteo makes Riley an offer she can’t refuse. She will be his bride—in every meaning of the word—so that he can protect his legacy.But Matteo soon learns that Emilia’s soul is darker even than his own. And by marrying Riley, he has made her a pawn in a power struggle that could shatter their world.This is book one of the A Virgin, A Billionaire and a Marriage series. It is a category length novel that stands alone- no cliffhangers!
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Rescuing Sonya from a fire is only the beginning. It’s instant chemistry, a passion that burns as bright as the very fires that threaten to consume them.They were destined to meet…Caleb falls hard for the curvy woman despite knowing that he has little to offer her and that just by being with her puts her family in danger. After all, he’s considered a traitor, a rogue shifter cast out of his clan. And worse, Sonya’s been chosen to be Damien, Caleb’s sworn enemy’s, life mate.
Sonya knew the day would come when Damien would call to her. Her parents had groomed her since the age of thirteen, teaching her the ways and duties of becoming an alphas wife. She shares a hatred for Damien yet she can’t allow her family to be punished, perhaps even murdered, by refusing to obey the alpha’s call.
Caleb has only one move left – to challenge Damien as alpha in a fight to the death. If he wins he’ll become the new alpha, get the girl and lead his clan to higher ground.
But if he loses…
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What happens when a girl who’s scared of being discarded meets a man scared that he won’t be able to discard her?Holly’s family has lost almost everything and now she’s left holding what remains together: a rebellious sister, a grieving father who won’t admit anything is wrong, bills and debts Holly can barely keep on top of with her assorted part-time jobs… Juggling her responsibilities with college and an ex-boyfriend who wants to be more, life for Holly is anything but easy.The mysterious new owner of the Hall would appear to have everything, but his dark, brooding presence suggests otherwise and rumors abound. Why would a man so wealthy shut himself away like that? How can a man who has everything already have lost even more?And can love ever emerge from such damaged beginnings?A passionate and intensely moving New Adult romance full of the twists and turns familiar to readers of PJ Adams’ work, including the bestsellers Winner Takes All and Black Widow.
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“Crashing Down is a summer must read! I was captivated from start to finish!”–#1 NYT Bestselling Author Rachel Van DykenWhen reckless meets responsible…Straight A student Kathryn Lane is all work and no play. She’s determined to keep her scholarship, and that means no distractions…until she takes a summer internship at Stone Cliff Resort and meets bad boy Noah Ryan. She knows she should keep her distance—after all he’s not the kind of guy she can bring home to daddy—but his disarming smile and dangerous ways are entirely too tempting.College dropout, Noah Ryan takes one look at Kathryn and instantly knows her type—ambitious, driven and determined, just like he used to be, before the accident that derailed his life and left him an emotional wreck. He vows to avoid her, but when a co-worker backs him into a bet he can’t refuse, everything he’s been running from is challenged and he’s forced to confront his demons.Soon, Kathryn and Noah are lost to everything except each other. As their lives become entwined, their passion is reckless, their heat all-consuming but when hurtful truths spill out, can Noah prove himself worthy of the one girl who can heal his wounded heart, or will the fire they ignited turn to ash when it all comes crashing down?
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Quinn and Declan enjoy having sex together, but love sharing a woman more. After months of searching, they’ve lost hope of ever finding a permanent third to complete them. Then they meet shy, reclusive Hannah and everything changes. The sexual energy between them is incredible and the men soon realize that no other woman will do. They decide to confront her at the department’s summer kick-off party. Will the straight-laced Hannah be open to a three-way relationship? They’ll have to do everything they can to convince her that two men are better than one.Be sure to look inside the book to get a sample!This is Book #1 in the Carnal Coeds Series.
Book #2: And One Makes Three
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Warning: get ready for a testosterone overload. The guys are in the driver’s seat in Seduced – and the ride’s gonna rock.Twenty-three year old Nick Crandall has one focus in his life: Oblivion, the band he formed with his best friend Simon Kagan. With gigs coming up and the band members lacking focus after losing their drummer to rehab, they’re out of ideas. Until Oblivion’s bassist, Deacon McCoy, poses a surprising suggestion.Bring in someone new. Two someones.One YouTube video gone viral later, Oblivion is poised on the brink of stardom. With their new hot drummer chick — who comes in a package deal with a talented guitarist who happens to be head over pick in unrequited love with her – it seems like everything’s falling into place. Or will the band Nick and Simon have fought to keep together disintegrate before their eyes?Four guys & one woman + more success than they ever bargained for = trouble, of the sexiest kind.
Get Seduced by this novel-length introduction to the band Oblivion. This preview occurs before the four forthcoming books about each of the band members. Sometimes getting lost means finding yourself…
Reader Advisory: Seduced is an upper-level NA romance appropriate for mature audiences over 18 due to graphic sex and drug references.
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Someday…For Cat Nichols, someday was finally here. Going away to college meant a fresh, new start for the girl who lived locked away in a prison of insecurities. She was ready to experience new things and meet new people. But she wasn’t ready for him…Jace Butler had encountered things no one person should have to endure. Trying to come to terms with his past, while living in the present, was a constant struggle for the man whose demons lie dormant beneath the skin of his rippling body and sexy smile. But when Cat walked into his world, his chance for a better life, came with her…After finding each other, Cat and Jace realize that both their past and present issues were trying to ruin their chance for a better future. Issues that will have to be dealt with – once and for all – together… or apart.NOTE TO READERS: This is a NEW ADULT novel, it is written in the first person, and has stronger language than our previous Contemporary Romances. It is the first book in a trilogy.
This trilogy was intended to be read in the following order:
Someday Girl (Someday Series, Book #1)
One Day His (Someday Series, Book #2)
Forever Us (Someday Series, Book #3)
*Intended for Adults 18+*
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*******THIS IS A NEW ADULT STORY********
recommended age for reading 17+A novel of secrets, passion, and betrayal….For the past four years, 18 year old, Violet Taylor has lived her life like her deceased father would’ve wanted. Perfect grades, perfect friends, the perfect boyfriend from the right family. Except now at the end of high school, she realizes that she’s never fully lived, has never taken risks, has always taken the safe and secure road. That all changes when she breaks up with her boyfriend, takes notice of the bad boy who she once shared a kiss with, and starts receiving gifts and phone calls from a mystery guy who makes her quiver with a need she never knew she possessed…But what started as innocent turns dark and twisted, and Violet finds herself faced with a horrible secret that could destroy everything she once knew and loved.Other books in the series:
IVY IN BLOOM – July 15, 2014
DAHLIA BY DESIGN – October 15, 2014
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*This is a crossover novella featuring characters from both the Seaside and Ruin series*Lead singer of AD2 Demetri Daniels only wants one thing…
To marry the love of his life and make the day perfect for her.
But perfect isn’t exactly happening, not with his sister-in-law going into labor, or with rabid fans discovering their wedding location, or birds suddenly attacking the rehearsal dinner.
It doesn’t help matters that his bride to be is starstruck as singer Ashton Hyde makes a drop in appearance to start recording their new album.
Nothing is going right.
And it’s about to get worse.
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This summer, I’d planned to celebrate my eighteenth birthday in Europe with my fellow Manhattanites–Taddy Brill, Blake Morgan, and Vive Farnworth–until I caught my boyfriend screwing my mother. According to the police report, this vomit-inducing incident happened around the same time I’d supposedly blown-up my mother’s penthouse. Like I’m walking around Soho with a stick of dynamite in my Louis Vuitton purse–not! Now, my besties and I are in jail.Officer Ford Gotti, the Harley-wheelin’ biker cop who arrested us, keeps sticking his perfectly-sculpted nose into my case. His inked body is jacked like a superhero, and he says I can trust him. He wants me to fess up. I won’t. Not again. Why should I? My friends and I had a previous stint in juvie that nearly destroyed us. I gotta protect them and keep my mouth shut. Right? –Lex Easton, women’s studies major, motorcycle enthusiast, and virgin.The Undergrad Years is a New Adult contemporary miniseries about first loves, independence, and everlasting friendships.
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January 29, 2015
Kindle World Author Lauren Hawkeye
Last … but by no means least is Lauren Hawkeye. Lauren is a force of nature. She can do so many things at once and do them well! She invited me to the Invitation to Eden series, she created InkHeart Authors and she loves writing in these Romance Kindle Worlds – and it shows in the story. You will love THE BILLIONAIRE’S DARE and this visit into the Dare world!
THE BILLIONAIRE’S DARE by LAUREN HAWKEYE
THIS IS A NEW STORY FROM CARLY PHILLIPS’ DARE TO LOVE SERIES VIA KINDLE WORLDS.What happens in New York…
Evangeline Wyatt, the brand new “team behaviour manager” for Miami Thunder, doesn’t have time for a relationship. At least, that’s what she’s told herself since being burned by one of the Thunder’s biggest playboys. It’s the height of humiliation when she finds herself stuck accompanying said ex to a New York kink club to keep him out of the tabloids. But when she meets a sexy, slightly familiar looking stranger with whom chemistry instantly sparks, she finds herself letting go… only to be reminded why her rules were there in the first place.
Nick Aitken is the star rookie of the New York Vikings, a team with a longstanding rivalry against Miami Thunder. At first he approaches the admittedly delectable woman only because she’s with one of his biggest opponents. But what ignites between them is more than he can resist…
Evangeline is certain that they’re all wrong for one another. Nick’s not so sure. But he’ll do anything for a second taste…
Anything. “Evangeline, I dare you…”
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user, no worries! You can still read the stories on the FREE Kindle APP that you can download on your computer, smart phone or tablet. DOWNLOAD HERE!
New York Time and USA Today bestselling authorLauren Hawkeye never imagined that she’d wind up telling stories for a living… though when she looks back, it’s easy to see that she’s the only one who is surprised. Always “the kid who read all the time”, Lauren made up stories about her favorite characters once she’d finished a book… and once spent an entire year narrating her own life internally. No, really. But where she was just plain odd before publication, now she can at least claim to have an artistic temperament.
Lauren lives in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, Canada with her husband, toddler, pit bull and idiot cat, though they do not live in an igloo, nor do they drive a dogsled. In her nonexistent spare time Lauren can be found knitting, reading anything she can get her hands on, or sweating her way through spin class. She loves to hear from her readers!
January 28, 2015
Kindle World Author Marquita Valentine
I’ve known Marquita Valentine since I wrote Perfect Together and she sprinted with me on Twitter. Somehow it feels like it’s been much longer! Marquita is my daily text buddy, my matching pj-wearing pal and REALLY good friend considering how she fit this book into her already insane writing schedule. Marquita brings you a detective who works with Decklan Dare … and he’s a sexy, yummy hot guy who knows how to make a lady swoon …
DARE ME ONCE by MARQUITA VALENTINE
All police detective, Bryce Sinclair, wants is two weeks away from it all, and his grandparents’ cottage on the Chesapeake Bay shore fits the bill. A fridge full of beer and blue crabs is all he needs. Though, the hot, little waitress at the pier would be a welcome addition. He’s not looking for forever, just a good time.
Kayla White doesn’t have time for tourists who try to buy her personal time instead of her award winning crab cakes. She’s too busy trying to start over after the last man stole her heart…and cleaned out her bank account. But, when a sexy, smooth talking stranger catches her attention, will she dare take a chance on him?
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As the world is licensed to Amazon, the books are available on Amazon only. If you aren’t a Kindle user, no worries! You can still read the stories on the FREE Kindle APP that you can download on your computer, smart phone or tablet. DOWNLOAD HERE!
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, Marquita Valentine, writes sexy heroes that make you swoon and sassy heroines that make you laugh. She’s the author of the bestselling contemporary romance series, Holland Springs, and the new adult romance series, Boys of the South.
Marquita met her husband aka Hot Builder at Sonic when they were in high school. She suggests this location to all of her single friends in search of a good man–and if that doesn’t work, they can console themselves with cheesy tatertots. She lives in North Carolina in a very, very small town with Hot Builder and their two children.
January 27, 2015
Kindle World Author Leslie Kelly
Leslie Kelly … if you don’t know the name, you haven’t been reading me forever! Leslie is an original Plotmonkey – the Blog and writing group who entertained you online for over five years. Les is a bestselling Harlequin Blaze author (which is how we met) and we have worked/plotted/and been friends since … oh around the year 2000. There isn’t a genre or story Leslie can’t write in – and write well. I’m so excited Leslie is writing for the Dare to Love Kindle World – and you’re going to ADORE her hero — Marcus “Big” Bigsby — from Dare to Touch!!! She sets the story 6 years after Dare to Touch ends … and gives Marcus his happily ever after. And since so many readers have asked me if Marcus will get his own story … this is your lucky day!
I DARE YOU by LESLIE KELLY
A Leslie Kelly story set in New York Times Bestselling Author Carly Phillips’ “Dare To Love” Kindle World!
Marcus “Big” Bigsby is retiring after a successful NFL career, ready for a quiet, simple life on a ranch in Oklahoma. But his plan to forget the past is rocked when he comes face-to-face with his high school dreamgirl, the one who got away…the one he never forgot.
Blair Tremaine has heard Marcus is living in tiny little Caribou, but she’s done her best to avoid him. She’d been crazy about him in high school, but they’d always seemed miles apart–her the bookish rich girl, him the football-playing farmboy.
Now they’re thrown together again, and this time nothing will stop them from finally getting what they’ve always wanted: each other!
NOTE:
As the world is licensed to Amazon, the books are available on Amazon only. If you aren’t a Kindle user, no worries! You can still read the stories on the FREE Kindle APP that you can download on your computer, smart phone or tablet. DOWNLOAD HERE!
New York Times Bestselling author Leslie Kelly writes sexy contemporary romances and dark romantic thrillers. She is the author of more than sixty novels. A four-time RWA RITA award nominee, Leslie has also been honored with many other awards, including two National Reader Choice Awards, and the Romantic Times Career Achievement Award in Series Romance. Leslie lives in New Mexico with her hubby of thirty years and two spoiled, fluffy dogs.
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January 26, 2015
Kindle World Author Alannah Lynne
I (think) I met Alannah Lynne for the first time at an RWA with my friend and critique partner, Erika Wilde, who introduced us. There aren’t enough words for how warm and sweet Alannah is … it’s almost surprising how unbelievably HOT her books are! Alannah brings you Madison’s lawyer in Dare to Desire … and introduces you to his most ultimate challenge!
DARING MASQUERADE by ALANNAH LYNNE
When a hired heartbreaker falls for her target, both their hearts are at risk…
For the past five years, Becca Irving (aka Carmella Jones, aka Karma) has worked as a hired heartbreaker, seeking revenge and justice against men who thoughtlessly hurt the women who love them. She expects her next mark to be just as callous, but Jon isn’t her typical target. He’s a good man with a loving nature and dominant streak that crushes her walls and tempts her into believing love can be real and lasting.
From the moment he lays eyes on the beguiling redhead, Jonathon Ridgeway is hooked. When a sensuous dance leads to an erotic weekend aboard his boat, he realizes he needs more than a brief affair with the complex and tantalizing woman.
But neither Jon nor Becca are who—or what—they seem. Will he be able to forgive her past actions? Can she overlook his? Or will they both be left brokenhearted by the secrets of their past?
NOTE:
As the world is licensed to Amazon, the books are available on Amazon only. If you aren’t a Kindle user, no worries! You can still read the stories on the FREE Kindle APP that you can download on your computer, smart phone or tablet. DOWNLOAD HERE!
I’m married to a wonderful man who is my biggest fan and loves me beyond belief. We have two 
sons. The oldest is a talented musician, currently studying audio production and engineering. The youngest is a teenager, still trying to figure out his purpose in life. Aside from driving me crazy.
I have a degree in accounting (ack), but worked in advertising for ten years before becoming a stay-at-home mom and author.
I’m fascinated by weather, especially hurricanes. The knowledge I’ve learned from watching/studying them over the years comes in handy since I live near the Carolina coast.
I love NASCAR. Every race day you can find me parked in front of the TV, alternately cheering and cussing, depending on how my favorite (or least favorite) driver is doing.
Mexican is my favorite kind of food (closely followed by Italian). One food item I’ll NEVER resist: A Krispy Kreme donut.
I don’t like applying makeup, but agree it’s worth the effort.
I despise pantyhose (but really, who doesn’t).
I mostly wear jeans and t-shirts and have yet to understand why anyone gives me gifts that need to be dry-cleaned.
I’ve been blessed with a wonderful family, unbelievably loving friends, and a job I love.
