Tina Gayle's Blog, page 6
August 15, 2016
Where are You in the Process of Writing Your Book? #MFRWauthor
Every author needs to think about where they are in the journey to getting their book published.
Some like to enjoy the writing process without thinking about the venture ahead.
Others have already jumped into the pool of getting their name out to the world.
Where are you?
* Are you writing the book? – There are steps you can take right now to get your name out there. (They are listed here but I will cover them in more detail below.) The world can learn about you right now– therefore making it easier when you release your book.
• Set up a blog
• Get your website domain name and set up your website.
• Join writing groups.
• Join social networking sites.
* The book is written and you’re ready to roll. Fork in the Road Already – Understand the benefits and drawbacks of choosing to either follow the traditional route or self-publishing road. (Special note – promoting yourself as an author and your book is still your responsibility no matter which option you chose.)
This is no easy decision and an author should check into both before making a decision.
Hope this helps,
Tina
Some like to enjoy the writing process without thinking about the venture ahead.
Others have already jumped into the pool of getting their name out to the world.
Where are you? * Are you writing the book? – There are steps you can take right now to get your name out there. (They are listed here but I will cover them in more detail below.) The world can learn about you right now– therefore making it easier when you release your book.
• Set up a blog
• Get your website domain name and set up your website.
• Join writing groups.
• Join social networking sites.
* The book is written and you’re ready to roll. Fork in the Road Already – Understand the benefits and drawbacks of choosing to either follow the traditional route or self-publishing road. (Special note – promoting yourself as an author and your book is still your responsibility no matter which option you chose.)
This is no easy decision and an author should check into both before making a decision.
Hope this helps,
Tina
August 11, 2016
A Cowboy that is "More Than Ready" #Western by @AnitaPhilmar -
More Than Ready in Naked Bluff, Texas
Genre: historical, western, eroticTheme: friends to lovers
short read.
Blurb:After losing his brother, Kirk Pepperman planned a future with Richard’s wife, Sadie. Kirk wanted to honor his brother and take care of Sadie. She had other ideas and married another man.Now, Kirk is uncertain what he should do with his lifeMary Beth Owens knows her parents are arranging for her to marry Kirk. The problem is he’s been stuck on the wrong woman for years. She is determined to find out if he can please her. If not, then she has no desire to marry him either.Can these two let go of the past and move into the future? Available for .99cents and free for KindleUnlimited. Theme: friends to lovers This story is part of the Naked Bluff series.
myBook.to/MoreThanReady
Kirk is introduced in the story In Too Deep
Sadie Pepperman is looking for a chance to escape the demands of her in-laws. With her husband’s dead, they want her to marry her brother-in-law so they can take control of her farm.
Suddenly, the peace of the day is shattered when her best friend steps too far into the river. Rushing to save her, Sadie meets a handsome stranger that ignites her dormant lust. She sees her friend rescued by a steamship and backs away from Logan Jansen, only to turn her ankle.
The agonizing pain leaves Sadie with the inability to walk. Needing help, she offers Logan a place to stay if he’ll help with the chores on her farm. With his agreement, Sadie adds another problem to her list. Now, not only does she have to worry about how to bring her crops in from the field and run her farm alone but she also has to fight her attraction to Logan.
Can Sadie end her in-laws’ interference in her life,
run her farm alone,
and give love another chance?
Excerpt:
“Kirk, where are you?”Unhappy about the interruption, Kirk Pepperman debated not answering Mary Beth Owens’ call. He’d snuck away to the barn’s upper floor to escape his parents and to have a few moments to himself. The view outside the open loft door showed the sun drifting steadily toward the horizon. A nice cross breeze blew inside and cooled the large space. For the last couple of weeks, he’d found he enjoyed sitting up here alone, maybe because it helped him forget.“Kirk?” Mary Beth’s voice rang from the ladder, leading to the stalls on the ground floor.Not bothering to turn, he leaned forward and gripped his hands over his knees. The three-legged stool, where he sat, was right in front of the center pole for the barn. The position afforded him a backrest if he should want one.The floorboards squeaked, telling him Mary Beth stood behind him. He pictured her in his head. A petite blonde, she had small breasts and appeared much younger than him. In truth, they were around the same age.Hoping, if he remained quiet, she’d leave. He continued to stare out across his family’s property. The last days of summer and the recent harvest had turned the parched land to dust. What did this place hold for him?He’d never ventured outside of Naked Bluff to travel or to experience another way of life. Depression filled him at his brother dying so far away from home. Now, though, Kirk understood Richard’s desire to leave. What future could Kirk have here?He toyed with the idea of heading off to join the Confederate army. The latest news from the returning soldiers was the south wasn’t faring too well against the Northern armies. Maybe, if he had something to fight for, he’d feel alive again.The familiar noise of a rope flying through the air alerted him. The lasso fell over his head and circled his chest before it tightened, pinning his arms to his side. “What the...”
With a sharp tug, he fell back against the center pole and hit his head against the solid bulk. “Mary Beth, what are you doing?”
Buy at: http://www.amazon.com/More-Ready-Naked-Bluff-Texas-ebook/dp/B00XLWMATS
BioAnita Philmar enjoys writing hot stories to get the blood a pumping. She grew up in Texas and enjoys sharing information about the state with her readers. Currently, she is working on a historical series call Naked Bluff, Texas. No, it is not a real place, but the people there do have problems and with the gift of love they do find happiness.
Just for fun–What is your favourite drink? Arnold Palmer – Tea and LemonadeAre you a cat or dog person? Dog – have a small terrior.Love or lust? Both, One helps grow the other in my book.If you could spend the day with any famous author, who would it be? And, why? Mark Twain – love the way he looked at life.
Do you laugh at your own jokes?Yes, because no one in my household thinks I’m funny. Men have no sense of humor.
Are you fun to go on vacation with?I like to think so. I enjoy seeing new things and love to travel.
If you came with a warning label, what would it say? Proceed with caution, this woman is known to cry over sad movies and make you burn with her smoking, hot, sex scenes. She’s loyal, kind, and fun to snuggle with but hurt anyone she loves and she’ll cause you intense pain while relishing every moment of your suffering. Best to avoid if not looking for a lifetime commitment because friends are for life, lovers are forever, and enemies live in hell.
Find Anita at
www.anitaphilmar.com
Blog: http://www.anitaphilmar.blogspot.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/anita.philmarGR: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1329767.Anita_PhilmarTwitter: https://twitter.com/anitaphilmar
Thanks Anita for sharing,
Tina
August 6, 2016
Need Some Social Media Advice? @Inkitt #writers #contest
Are you look for some social media advise?
I'm working in a special social media group on Inkitt. I'm answering questions that authors have about what it take to have a social media presence.
Come ask me any questions you might have.
https://www.inkitt.com/groups/4?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce
Also, if you are interest in entering a writing contest check out the Story Peak Novel Contest.
Have you written an amazing story and looking to get it published?
Then this #free contest might be the perfect opportunity for you to get a publishing contract.
Inkitt is running a contest for authors where they upload their book and get readers to rate them.
Readers are asked to read and judge your story. They help decide the winners.
So even if you aren't interested in entering your book in the contest you can go check out some great books. With a number of different genre to choose from, you are sure to find something to interest you.
https://www.inkitt.com/storypeak?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce&sort=popular
Here's to you finding a great book to read or the perfect contest for your book,
All the best,
Tina
I'm working in a special social media group on Inkitt. I'm answering questions that authors have about what it take to have a social media presence.
Come ask me any questions you might have.
https://www.inkitt.com/groups/4?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce
Also, if you are interest in entering a writing contest check out the Story Peak Novel Contest.
Have you written an amazing story and looking to get it published?
Then this #free contest might be the perfect opportunity for you to get a publishing contract.
Inkitt is running a contest for authors where they upload their book and get readers to rate them.
Readers are asked to read and judge your story. They help decide the winners.
So even if you aren't interested in entering your book in the contest you can go check out some great books. With a number of different genre to choose from, you are sure to find something to interest you.
https://www.inkitt.com/storypeak?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce&sort=popular
Here's to you finding a great book to read or the perfect contest for your book,
All the best,
Tina
August 4, 2016
Do #Authors Need a Newsletter? #bookpromotion #ASMSG
One of the goals of an author is to have a fan base. These are the people who buy your books and love to read you.
But how do they know you have a new book out?
Check online?
Hear about it from a friend?
Or do you send them a newsletter?
A newsletter is a great promotional tool for an author. Some send out a newsletter every month, others when they have a new release or quarterly. It depends on what you have time to do or what you want to do.
It can be easily setup through a yahoo group, mail chimp, or some other email software. ( Depending on the number of people on the list there can be a charge.)
Readers can sign up and leave when they want.
It is helpful to offer an incentive to join your list. I give away a short story that can only be acquired by signing up for my newsletter.
Also, to promote your newsletter put an add in you ebooks with a link. This will bring more people to your site.
I also have it displayed on my website so it is the first thing people see when visiting my site.
Check it out at www.tinagayle.net
Of course, there are many ways to do things. If you know of a better way, please let me know. I love learning new strategies for gaining followers.
Have a great one,
Tina
August 3, 2016
Pack Your Ereader with #free #books at #ASMSG website.
Would you like to load up your e-reader but you don't know what to get? Are you on a budget or maybe you want to read something that isn't mainstream?
Many author's who are either just starting out or are simply waiting for you to discover them, post their writing for free. ASMSG is a place where author's share their free content and you get the chance to enjoy new novels and load up that e-reader of yours.
Click to learn more about downloading free ebooks:CONTEMPORARY FICTIONCONTEMPORARY ROMANCESTEAMY-EROTIC FICTIONPARANORMALFANTASYYOUNG ADULTNON-FICTIONMYSTERY-THRILLER
My book "My Future Step Brother" is under contemporary fiction.
Hope you find some amazing books,
Tina
July 31, 2016
#HotRead Curved Lines a BoxSet with 10 #romantic Stories by Awesome #Authors
Don't miss out on the HOTTEST read of the summer!
You've still got time to get k(ink)y with this hot anthology of 10 brand new novellas featuring sexy, curvy heroines and the inked bad-boys who will do anything to win their hearts. All this goodness for just #99cents !
Grab it quick because this discounted price only lasts until 14th August 2016.
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Amazon AU: http://bit.ly/AusCurves Amazon CA: http://amzn.to/292IgNp
iBooks: http://apple.co/1XrYrdu BN/Nook: http://bit.ly/BNCurves
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Acquired Taste – Dee CarneyWhen celebrity chef August Jaeger mixes it up with a curvy food blogger, they both realize what they want isn’t on any menu.
Another Man’s Treasure – Dee TenorioA widowed actor and single dad pulls out all the stops to show a single mom just how well a woman can be treasured.
Hot Tamale – Tilly GreeneDerek Schrizer is a retired Marine looking to get a new tattoo, not reconnect with his first love, the curvy sexy Cat.
Kinky Curves – Jodi RedfordThe queen of dirty talk. The king of grind. Love is about to get real filthy.
Like a Boss – QuinnProving she’s more than a smart mouth and sexy curves would be a hell of a lot easier if she wasn’t so distracted by her sexy new boss.
Dirty Deeds – Allie CookeFour days, a million dollars, the performance of a lifetime…but what happens when they stop faking it? Dirty Deeds ain't always dirt cheap.
Marked By Ice – Dawn MontgomeryHis only job is to protect her at all costs, but who will protect the big bad wolf’s heart once he gets a taste of her sweet lips?
Pretty In Ink – Merryn DexterSexy, sweet Aubrey Jensen is everything a semi-reformed bad boy could want – but sometimes getting what you want doesn’t give you what you need.
Waking Up – Kathryn LivelyA chance encounter forces a plus-sized woman with dormant dreams to wake up and find her own Happily Ever After.
Scorched Desire -- Lexxie CouperWhen a Harley-riding hunk literally sweeps her off her feet, Jilly Parker finds herself transported to a world of dragon shifters, carnal lust, and fated love.
About the Authors
Dee Carney started her writing career in elementary school, creating amazing journeys starring her friends, where everyone lived happily ever after by page five. Since then, she’s been a waitress, a teacher, a scientist and a nurse. Today, Dee is a best-selling, award-winning author of over thirty novels and novellas, including those penned by her erotica writing alter ego, Morgan Sierra. www.deecarney.com
Dee Tenorio is an award-winning author with a few reality issues. After much therapy for the problem—if one can call being awakened in the night by visions of hot able-bodied men a problem—she has proved incurable. It turns out she enjoys tormenting herself by writing sizzling, steamy romances of various genres spanning paranormal mystery dramas, contemporaries and romantic comedies. Preferably starring the sexy, somewhat grumpy heroes described above and smart-mouthed heroines who have much better hair than she does. www.deetenorio.com
Tilly Greene was born into the easy folds of a sleepy beach town and embraces the laid back mindset she grew up with. Later, she settled into a polar opposite lifestyle from the one she’d been living by moving abroad to further her education. Despite the frigid climate, the fast pace existence melded in, making her a person who is adaptable and enjoys experiencing the diversity surrounding her. While traveling, she researches and writes erotica and erotic romances. www.tillygreene.com
Jodi Redford ~ Imaginary superhero. Lover of waffles and bacon. Scribe of erotic romance novels. A few of her readers have officially nicknamed her the Mistress of Naughtiness. She likes it because it makes her sound like an imaginary superhero dominatrix. She has won numerous awards, including The Golden Pen and Launching a Star. When not writing or working the day job, she enjoys gardening and way too many reality television shows. Jodi loves to hear from readers! www.jodiredford.com
Quinn has perfected the art of procrastination. She has a “healthy” obsession with reading and writing Romance, and an unhealthy addiction to red wine, bourbon, and dark chocolate with sea salt. When she’s not scribbling Erotic Romances, Quinn loves to curl up with her puppy, Scarlett, and watch foreign films. Quinn lives in a house that never stays clean, no matter how much she wishes it. http://michellejoquinn.wix.com/quinnauthor
Allie Cooke - Indie author and die-hard Southern girl, has been reading and writing romance since she was old enough to hold a crayon, so a future as a romance writer wasn’t very farfetched for her. From billionaires to blue collar, from CEO to sexy entrepreneur, whether they’re wearing jeans or suits, Allie’s always had a thing for hot, hunky Alphas who need to be saved from themselves…Usually with the help of the right woman. When she’s not writing, editing, or reading. Allie can be found cooking up mayhem in the kitchen or catching up on the latest and greatest TV shows with her favorite man. www.alliecooke.com
Dawn Montgomery is a USA Today bestselling author. She loves to write almost as much as she loves to read. She has traveled the world twice over. While her days were filled with long hours and hard work, her nights were left for dark, lustful fantasies in and out of strange hotels and cities. Alaska and Texas are the places she calls home. She recently moved from the frigid North to Texas with her family and neurotic dog. It was tragic to leave behind the moose and bear for wide open plains and sexy cowboys. www.dawnmontgomery.com
Merryn Dexter is a military spouse who, after a varied employment career (from selling sandals to old ladies with bunions to being a health and safety coordinator for a construction company), is thrilled to be pursuing her dream career as a romance writer. She likes The Winchesters, Spike, Hotch, Loki and watching complicated European Noir. Her hobbies include crying at books, crying at movies, crying at t.v. series (there’s a theme!) and believes all stories should have a Happy Ending. www.merryndexter.com
Kathryn Lively is an award-winning writer and editor, Whovian, and Rush (the band) fan. She loves chocolate and British crisps and is still searching for a good US dealer of Japanese Kit Kat bars. She is the author of FINISH WHAT YOU STARTED from Totally Bound Publishing. www.kathrynlively.com
Lexxie Couper started writing when she was six and hasn’t stopped since. She’s not a deviant, but she does have a deviant’s imagination and a desire to entertain readers with her words. Add the two together and you get romances that can make you laugh, cry, shake with fear, or tremble with desire. Sometimes all at once. When she’s not submerged in the worlds she creates, Lexxie’s life revolves around her family, a husband who thinks she’s insane, an indoor cat who likes to stalk shadows, and her daughters, who both utterly captured her heart and changed her life forever. www.lexxiecouper.com
Find us all on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CurvedLines
#Contest for New #Authors with Big Rewards @inkitt
Have you written an amazing story and looking to get it published?
Then this #free contest might be the perfect opportunity for you to get a publishing contract.
Inkitt is running a contest for authors where they upload their book and get readers to rate them.
Readers are asked to read and judge your story. They help decide the winners.
So even if you aren't interested in entering your book in the contest you can go check out some great books. With a number of different genre to choose from, you are sure to find something to interest you.
https://www.inkitt.com/storypeak?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce&sort=popular
Drop by and give it a look.
Also, if you have a social media question stop by the special social media group and asked.
https://www.inkitt.com/groups/4?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce
Here's to you finding a great book to read or the perfect contest for your book,
All the best,
Tina
Then this #free contest might be the perfect opportunity for you to get a publishing contract.
Inkitt is running a contest for authors where they upload their book and get readers to rate them.
Readers are asked to read and judge your story. They help decide the winners.
So even if you aren't interested in entering your book in the contest you can go check out some great books. With a number of different genre to choose from, you are sure to find something to interest you.
https://www.inkitt.com/storypeak?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce&sort=popular
Drop by and give it a look.
Also, if you have a social media question stop by the special social media group and asked.
https://www.inkitt.com/groups/4?ref=v_fe94c351-ace8-4fab-a467-edf812a3f8ce
Here's to you finding a great book to read or the perfect contest for your book,
All the best,
Tina
July 27, 2016
My Best Friend's Ex by @AuthorTinaGayle #MFRWAuthor #asmsg #NewAdultRomance
My Best Friend's Ex
Blurb for My Best Friend's Ex
She loved him first, but her best friend married him. Now with their divorce, Brooke must choose between her best friend and the man of her dreams.
Brooke Janson has loved Garrett Sawyer since she met him on her first day of high school. Now, he’s free to love her too. Except, his ex-wife happens to be her best friend.
How can Brooke choose between a friend she’s known since kindergarten and the man of her dreams?
This is a complete short story with a HEA.
Available on pre-order at amazon
Now available for pre-order Fling is coming out June 30 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Y5X8H9Y
Here's a little snippet of the story-
Strolling down the grocery aisle, Brooke Janson spotted a familiar man dressed in black. Garrett Sawyer was the one person in the world, she didn’t expect to meet, see, or run into in a huge superstore.
Memories flooded through her mind, and she adjusted the spaghetti strap of her shirt. Unable to pull her gaze from his lean, muscular frame encased in a black T-shirt and jeans, she silently wished she’d worn something sexier than an old pair of jeans and a tank top. She glanced down and remembered what she looked like in high school when they met.
As an overweight teen, she’d worked hard to get his attention, had even helped him pass a few classes. They had become friends, and she’d decided he was everything she ever wanted in a man.
At the end of the school year, he’d left for college. After graduating, he’d returned. They had reconnected at a party where she introduced him to her best friend, Janet. They started dating and married not long after her first year of community college. Sadly, less than a year later, it ended in a divorce because she cheated on him with one of her classmates.
Suddenly unsure how to handle the situation, she choked out his name. To her ultimate horror, he turned.
His forehead wrinkled into a frown before he smiled and pushed his cart down the aisle. “Hello, Brooke.”
My Best Friend's Ex at amazon
Tina
Blurb for My Best Friend's Ex
She loved him first, but her best friend married him. Now with their divorce, Brooke must choose between her best friend and the man of her dreams.
Brooke Janson has loved Garrett Sawyer since she met him on her first day of high school. Now, he’s free to love her too. Except, his ex-wife happens to be her best friend.
How can Brooke choose between a friend she’s known since kindergarten and the man of her dreams?
This is a complete short story with a HEA.
Available on pre-order at amazon
Now available for pre-order Fling is coming out June 30 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Y5X8H9Y
Here's a little snippet of the story-
Strolling down the grocery aisle, Brooke Janson spotted a familiar man dressed in black. Garrett Sawyer was the one person in the world, she didn’t expect to meet, see, or run into in a huge superstore.
Memories flooded through her mind, and she adjusted the spaghetti strap of her shirt. Unable to pull her gaze from his lean, muscular frame encased in a black T-shirt and jeans, she silently wished she’d worn something sexier than an old pair of jeans and a tank top. She glanced down and remembered what she looked like in high school when they met.
As an overweight teen, she’d worked hard to get his attention, had even helped him pass a few classes. They had become friends, and she’d decided he was everything she ever wanted in a man.
At the end of the school year, he’d left for college. After graduating, he’d returned. They had reconnected at a party where she introduced him to her best friend, Janet. They started dating and married not long after her first year of community college. Sadly, less than a year later, it ended in a divorce because she cheated on him with one of her classmates.
Suddenly unsure how to handle the situation, she choked out his name. To her ultimate horror, he turned.
His forehead wrinkled into a frown before he smiled and pushed his cart down the aisle. “Hello, Brooke.”
My Best Friend's Ex at amazon
Tina
July 25, 2016
Character Interview from Deadly Alliance by @RowlandKathleen #RomanticSuspense #Mystery
Blurb
Finbar Donahue, former Army Ranger, walked on the wild side in Iraq, but now he lives in the shadows. After his evasive partner, Les, was shot in a random drive-by, Finn discovers cash is siphoned monthly. He fights to keep his investment company afloat. When the late partner’s girlfriend, Amy Kintyre, applies for his bookkeeping job, Finn suspects she knows about his company drain and hires her.
Amy needs a nine-to-five with free evenings and weekends to get her fashion design business back on track. She unearths Les’ s secret bank account and alerts Finn. Freezing of the money laundering account sets off havoc within an Irish gang. Amy witnesses a gang fight between a brutal ISIS fundraising organization and the Irish. Desperate to escape a stalker’s crosshairs, she seeks refuge with Finn. As danger heats up, sparks fly hotter.
Interview—Finn and Amy
Let’s interview the hero of Deadly Alliance, Finbar Donahue.
1. Nickname: Finn. My full name is Finbar Michael Donahue.
2. Job: I own my own investment company, but who’s the chickenshit stealing money from me? My goal is to find the thief.
3. Level of schooling: B.A. in finance, former Army Ranger. That was when I targeted a known enemy. Believe me, it’s harder now.
I’ve got a few questions for the heroine, Amy Kintyre.
What’s your dream job? I want to get my sportswear design business back on track. A buyer phoned me, and I have an opportunity to present my line. I need a nine-to-five with evenings and weekends off to sew. Is that why you applied for Finbar Donahue’s bookkeeping job? Yes. Probably is that I found a mysterious bank account belonging to my late boyfriend, Les. He and Finn were partners.Would you enjoy working for Finn? No, but there aren’t many job openings in Lake Arrowhead.
Short excerpt-- Amy’s first day working for Finn
Hours later, Finn straightened his spine as he listened to his new bookkeeper order Rosenberg around with the authority of an Army lieutenant. She spoke with confidence from her chair and waited for answers with intensity. Somehow she came across larger than her delicate self.
“Brad,” his pretty war buddy said, “I’ll need your password to access activity-to-date.” Her attitude wasn’t for show. Her curiosity propelled her to the depths of the drain. Heaven help those who lurked there.
“Sure thing.” Brad blew out a breath and scribbled his password on a sticky note. Handing it to her, he bent to her level.
She said, “I apologize for causing chaos.”
“No apology necessary.” Brad asked, “What are you working on?”
Jumping in, Finn said, “Comparisons, Rosenberg, that’s what she’s working on.” Unholy as she’d undoubtedly turn out to be, at the moment they were forged in combat. “Give her your full support.”
“Absolutely. Consider me your scaffold,” Rosenberg said, accepting his fate. “Excuse me, won’t you? I’m running payroll.”
Finn liked his head accountant. He was solid. Dependable. Not creative, but his easy-going manner was soothing. “Payroll. You’re a masochist.”
Amy smiled, and her crystal-green gaze sought his. She found his comment amusing. Her professional attire included a gray satin blouse tucked into a herringbone skirt. When she moved, her layered, dark-blonde hair settled into a sleek flip over her shoulders.
Amy’s bending and reaching, as she took control of her four-by-four cubicle, was damn compelling. She found a rhythm with a handy notepad beside her computer. Using Brad’s password, she turned sideways to open files. Attractive summed up her symmetrical profile and creamy complexion.
For a long while, getting hot and heavy had not been on his mind. Her envelope gave him concrete evidence to bring to the sheriff and eased his tension. As she brushed tresses off her face, he wanted to nibble on her ear.
Amy packed her lithe frame with succulent curves. He enjoyed observing her ample bust which required high-performance support. He’d like to see those globes running free. He’d never considered her as dating material. Timing was off. When she started dating Les, he was hooking up with Miss California. Now it was too late. She worked for him. Hands off. Finn liked women—lots of women, all women, in all shapes and sizes and ethnicities as long as they met the enthusiasm requirement. He hadn’t tested this, but she was off-limits for another reason. He didn’t intend to put her through another relationship leading to nowhere.
Finn kept things loose. A woman in his bed but not in his life was what he often said. There hadn’t been that either. Why was she looking at him like that?
Purchase links for Deadly Alliance:
Amazon UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Deadly-Alliance-Kathleen-Rowland-ebook/dp/B019EE5OP8/
Nook:
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/deadly-alliance-kathleen-rowland/1123141145?ean=2940152523393
Amazon US
http://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Alliance-Kathleen-Rowland-ebook/dp/B019EE5OP8/
Goodreads:
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/28225810-deadly-alliance?from_search=true&search_version=service
Bio and author links:
Bio and Links—Kathleen Rowland
Book Buyers Best finalist Kathleen Rowland is devoted to giving her readers fast-paced, high-stakes suspense with a sizzling love story sure to melt their hearts. Kathleen used to write computer programs but now writes novels. She grew up in Iowa where she caught lightning bugs, ran barefoot, and raced her sailboat on Lake Okoboji. Now she wears flip-flops and sails with her husband, Gerry, on Newport Harbor but wishes there were lightning bugs in California.
Kathleen exists happily with her witty CPA husband, Gerry, in their 70’s poolside retreat in Southern California where she adores time spent with visiting grandchildren, dogs, one bunny, and noisy neighbors. While proud of their five children who’ve flown the coop, she appreciates the luxury of time to write while listening to demanding character voices in her head.
http://www.kathleenrowland.com/
https://twitter.com/rowlandkathleen
https://kathleenrowland.wordpress.com/
https://www.facebook.com/kathleen.rowland.50
http://www.amazon.com/Kathleen-Rowlan...
Thanks Kathleen for sharing,Tina
July 20, 2016
Elizabeth Harmon Shares a #RomanticIdea and #Excerpt from Getting It Back #Romance
Romantic Idea
Go ice skating!Yep, even in the summer. If you’re lucky enough to have a rink nearby, it’s a great way to cool off on a sweltering summer night.
Blurb:
In this second-chance romance, a former top men's figure skating champion is willing to risk everything for a comeback--except a new start with his long lost love.
An unexpected phone call from the man who broke her heart offers Amy Shepherd an opportunity to return to the work she loves, training elite figure skaters. Except it’s just one figure skater: Him. Can she finally forgive and forget?
Figure skater Mikhail “Misha” Zaikov once had it all: medals, money and the adoration of millions. But a devastating injury put an end to his career and his romance, leaving him with nothing but regret over what could have been. His last chance to re-join the world’s top skaters is now. And there’s only one person who can help him: Her.
On Russia’s unyielding ice, Misha must reclaim what he's lost while facing off against a talented young rival and risking further injury. But Amy soon discovers Misha's much bigger challenges lurk off the ice. And she's determined to keep Misha whole and healthy, even if doing so ends his shot at the gold.
Don't miss any of Elizabeth Harmon's Red Hot Russians. Pairing Off and Turning it On are available now!
Excerpt:The next morning, Amy awoke first. Misha lay beside her in bed, still sleeping. He’d brought over clothes last night. His toothbrush was in the bathroom cabinet. This was just like back in Ohio, only better. Misha was no longer searching for direction. He knew what he wanted, and they were working together to help him achieve it. But she couldn’t deny that she was nervous about what would happen today, when he returned to training on the ice. She got out of bed, and changed into her running clothes, put coffee on, then returned to wake Misha. “Hey,” she sat on the edge of the bed and gently shook his shoulder. “Time for our run.”
“Nyet,” he said in a sleepy voice, and reached for her. “You agreed to it last night. Nothing too strenuous, just enough to get your heart pumping and muscles working.” “Don’t need running to make my heart pump,” he pulled her down onto the bed, cupping her butt through her black running tights. “As for muscles…maybe we can stay in and work this big stiff one?” She laughed and squirmed away. “Nice try, but that muscle’s getting plenty of exercise. Rise and shine, big guy.” She threw back the blankets, leaving him no choice but to fumble around for his pants. She waited outside and he joined her a few minutes later. They took off at an easy pace, following the path behind the center’s main buildings, then out around the pond and back. Nothing too strenuous, just as she’d promised. Their lungs filled with clean fresh air, the morning mist was cool on their skin. They returned to the guesthouse and she bent over her knees, breathing out cold air. Misha did the same. He straightened easily. “How is your back,” she said.
“Perfect. No pain at all.” “And the rest of you? Knees? Head?” “Knees are fine, and my head is in good place, too. Thanks to you, Amy the tiger.” She grinned, and stood on tiptoe to kiss him. “Ready to get back on the ice?” “Can’t wait,” he said decisively. “You’re going to be great.” He brushed a kiss across her lips. “For you, I will be.”
Buy Links:
Amazonhttp://www.amazon.com/Getting-Back-Red-Hot-Russians-ebook/dp/B014PJ0M90
Barnes & Noblehttp://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/getting-it-back-elizabeth-harmon/1122599771?ean=9781459290419
Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Elizabeth_Harmon_Getting_It_Back?id=TCF3CgAAQBAJ
Kobohttps://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/getting-it-back
Carina Presshttp://www.carinapress.com/shop/books/9781459290419_getting-it-back.html
Author Links:
Website: http://www.romancewriter-girl.comBlog: https://elizabethharmonauthor.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/elizabethharmonauthor?ref=hlTwitter:https://twitter.com/romanzwrter_grlAmazon Author Page:http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00RY9SY0SBio:
Elizabeth Harmon loves to read and write romances with a dash of different.A graduate of the University of Illinois, she has worked in advertising, community journalism and as a freelance magazine writer. She feels incredibly blessed to have a career that allows her to spend her days imagining “what if?” and a loving family that keeps her grounded in the real world. Her debut novel, Pairing Off is a 2016 RITA Award Finalist.An adventurous cook, vintage home enthusiast, occasional actress, and entry-level figure skater, Elizabeth makes her home in the Midwest.
Thanks for sharing,Tina
Go ice skating!Yep, even in the summer. If you’re lucky enough to have a rink nearby, it’s a great way to cool off on a sweltering summer night.
Blurb:
In this second-chance romance, a former top men's figure skating champion is willing to risk everything for a comeback--except a new start with his long lost love.
An unexpected phone call from the man who broke her heart offers Amy Shepherd an opportunity to return to the work she loves, training elite figure skaters. Except it’s just one figure skater: Him. Can she finally forgive and forget?
Figure skater Mikhail “Misha” Zaikov once had it all: medals, money and the adoration of millions. But a devastating injury put an end to his career and his romance, leaving him with nothing but regret over what could have been. His last chance to re-join the world’s top skaters is now. And there’s only one person who can help him: Her.
On Russia’s unyielding ice, Misha must reclaim what he's lost while facing off against a talented young rival and risking further injury. But Amy soon discovers Misha's much bigger challenges lurk off the ice. And she's determined to keep Misha whole and healthy, even if doing so ends his shot at the gold.
Don't miss any of Elizabeth Harmon's Red Hot Russians. Pairing Off and Turning it On are available now!
Excerpt:The next morning, Amy awoke first. Misha lay beside her in bed, still sleeping. He’d brought over clothes last night. His toothbrush was in the bathroom cabinet. This was just like back in Ohio, only better. Misha was no longer searching for direction. He knew what he wanted, and they were working together to help him achieve it. But she couldn’t deny that she was nervous about what would happen today, when he returned to training on the ice. She got out of bed, and changed into her running clothes, put coffee on, then returned to wake Misha. “Hey,” she sat on the edge of the bed and gently shook his shoulder. “Time for our run.”
“Nyet,” he said in a sleepy voice, and reached for her. “You agreed to it last night. Nothing too strenuous, just enough to get your heart pumping and muscles working.” “Don’t need running to make my heart pump,” he pulled her down onto the bed, cupping her butt through her black running tights. “As for muscles…maybe we can stay in and work this big stiff one?” She laughed and squirmed away. “Nice try, but that muscle’s getting plenty of exercise. Rise and shine, big guy.” She threw back the blankets, leaving him no choice but to fumble around for his pants. She waited outside and he joined her a few minutes later. They took off at an easy pace, following the path behind the center’s main buildings, then out around the pond and back. Nothing too strenuous, just as she’d promised. Their lungs filled with clean fresh air, the morning mist was cool on their skin. They returned to the guesthouse and she bent over her knees, breathing out cold air. Misha did the same. He straightened easily. “How is your back,” she said.
“Perfect. No pain at all.” “And the rest of you? Knees? Head?” “Knees are fine, and my head is in good place, too. Thanks to you, Amy the tiger.” She grinned, and stood on tiptoe to kiss him. “Ready to get back on the ice?” “Can’t wait,” he said decisively. “You’re going to be great.” He brushed a kiss across her lips. “For you, I will be.”
Buy Links:
Amazonhttp://www.amazon.com/Getting-Back-Red-Hot-Russians-ebook/dp/B014PJ0M90
Barnes & Noblehttp://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/getting-it-back-elizabeth-harmon/1122599771?ean=9781459290419
Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Elizabeth_Harmon_Getting_It_Back?id=TCF3CgAAQBAJ
Kobohttps://store.kobobooks.com/en-us/ebook/getting-it-back
Carina Presshttp://www.carinapress.com/shop/books/9781459290419_getting-it-back.html
Author Links:
Website: http://www.romancewriter-girl.comBlog: https://elizabethharmonauthor.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/elizabethharmonauthor?ref=hlTwitter:https://twitter.com/romanzwrter_grlAmazon Author Page:http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00RY9SY0SBio:
Elizabeth Harmon loves to read and write romances with a dash of different.A graduate of the University of Illinois, she has worked in advertising, community journalism and as a freelance magazine writer. She feels incredibly blessed to have a career that allows her to spend her days imagining “what if?” and a loving family that keeps her grounded in the real world. Her debut novel, Pairing Off is a 2016 RITA Award Finalist.An adventurous cook, vintage home enthusiast, occasional actress, and entry-level figure skater, Elizabeth makes her home in the Midwest.
Thanks for sharing,Tina
