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June 21, 2014
Snippet Sunday: He’s baaack!…Soul Taker @KMNbooks @RebeccaJVickery #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Welcome to Snippet Sunday. This is a snippet from Soul Taker.
If you missed the last very last snippet from Magic of the Loch and are interested, here's the link:
Chapter 5 #26
E-book: $2.99 Print: $11.66
Word Count: About 95k
E-book Available at:
Amazon Kindle US / Amazon UK
Print Available at: Amazon /Barnes and Noble
Available at Audible
Set up: This is the opening scene from Chapter One where Sanya finds out MacLaurin is back in town.
***Note: The snippet may or may not have been modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. Warning: There may be some fancy punctuations and long sentences. 
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The moment Sanya entered the bar, Garran MacLaurin's scent slammed into her, causing the icy fear to twist at her heart. Through the throng of patrons' laughter and carrying on as they drank themselves into oblivion, she spotted him. He sat alone in the back, beneath the dim overhead lights. She immediately scanned the bar looking for his furry sidekick, Harrison Connell. She didn't see him, but she would bet the werewolf lurked somewhere close.
Sanya concentrated on MacLaurin again. He appeared relaxed as if he enjoyed the Irish band's poor rendition of Danny Boy. Good, he hadn't noticed her...yet.
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Who thinks MacLaurin is aware Sanya entered the bar? lol
So....Have you ever tried to avoid someone in store, restaurant, or any other place and have slipped away hoping they wouldn't notice you? Did you have a good reason for slinking away?
Stop by next week for snippet #2 from my Urban Fantasy tale, SOUL TAKER.
If you're interested here's a blurb for SOUL TAKER:
No soul is safe…
A vampire from the Grim Sith sept is sucking the souls out of young women from the Boston area, but this sinister crime is far worse than a vampire seeking substance. He’s selling the souls to the highest bidder and it seems business is booming.
A vampire, a werewolf, and a Necromancer are a most unlikely team, but Garran, Harrison, and Isabella plan on putting a kink in the dubbed Soul Taker’s plans. It’s personal now. One of their friends has fallen victim to the Soul Taker’s charms, but to stop him from hurting anyone else, their efforts may involve raising the dead.
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Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
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Summer Short Read....
Publisher: Highland Press
Print: Ebook: $0.99
# ISBN-9781310167997
#ASIN-B00KSTIF14
Available at:
Ebook: Amazon
Amazon UK
Barnes and Noble
Smashwords
iBooks
A short Irish paranormal time travel romance
Kendra O’Reilly felt a connection with the Blarney Castle as if the echoes of the past could still be heard. The guide tells her a story about the Blarney Stone being the ancient Lia Fáil, one of the magical gifts from the god-like race, the Tuatha Dé Danann. To wish upon it, one will see where his or her destiny lies. Kendra wishes to find her one true love. She never thought she’d be whisked back to fifteen-century Ireland to find him.
Cian MacCarthy, the Lord of Blarney not only possesses the gift of Irish eloquence but he also has visions of the future. He’s waited for Kendra’s arrival, knowing she is his soul mate. Now all he has to do is convince her she belongs at
June 17, 2014
I Hear Voices…Soul Taker @KMNbooks @guyveryzer @NewOnAudible
Soul Taker is available at Audible! So thrilled to share the good news with everyone!
Having Soul Taker created for an audible version for readers to download and enjoy was so much fun, but lots of hard work.
The narrator has to be a convincing actor to play all the characters' parts. It’s like going to a the theater where the characters from the script come alive the moment the actors step upon the stage.
Guy Veryzer did an excellent job narrating the Soul Taker! He truly captured the essence of the story and gave my characters their voices for all to hear.
If you're interested, here's the link and your chance to listen to a sample before you download your copy!! Audible
Enjoy and Happy listening!
June 14, 2014
Snippet Sunday: Live, love and laugh…Magic of the Loch @KMNbooks @WildRosePress #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Welcome to Snippet Sunday. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to all the wonderful Dads out there! Hope you're having a wonderful relaxing day!
This is a snippet from Magic of the Loch. Today's snippet is a couple of sentences later from last week.
If you missed last weeks snippet, here's the link: Chapter 5 #25
The Wild Rose Press
Kindle
NOOK
Set up: This takes place a few sentences later than last weeks snippet. Michaela debates if starting a relationship with Alan is wise when her time is limited...
***Note: The snippet has been modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. Yes again there is some fancy punctuations and some long sentences. lol
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“Ye can ring me if ye like to go," he said and added, "Mrs. O’Malley has my number.” He leaned toward her and kissed her cheek. “May yer dreams all be sweet, Michaela Grant.”
It took her a few seconds to realize he had walked away. She was in real trouble here. If she
wasn’t dying, if she wasn’t going back home… “There are too many ifs to make this work,” she
murmured under her breath. Her gaze lingered on Alan’s tall frame for a moment longer as he
sauntered toward his brother, and with a long sigh of regret, she turned and strode out the door.
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Live, love and laugh, Michaela. You don't have to be reckless to have fun. You're not dead yet and no one truly knows when their time is up. Don't you agree?:)
This is going to be my last snippet from MAGIC OF THE LOCH. I hope you've enjoyed all these months of snippets. A million thanks to those who left comments. Much appreciated!
And thanks to those who purchased a copy of Magic of the Loch and let me how much they loved Alan and Michaela's tale. I can't even begin to tell you how much that means to me.
Stop by next week for a 'snippet #1' from my Urban Fantasy tale, SOUL TAKER.
If you're interested here's a blurb for Magic of the Loch:
Michaela Grant travels to Scotland for a holiday, knowing this vacation is her last. A medical condition threatens her life and any chance of a future—until she meets Alan MacLachlin, a man forced to exist between two worlds.
Alan is the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Once every fifty years he returns to human form in search of his soul mate, the one woman who can break his curse. He believes he has found forever with Michaela, but to claim it he must figure out how to save her life.
Michaela and Alan vow to take what time has to offer, but another threat looms. A sinister shape shifter with a vendetta against Alan is making Loch Ness his personal hunting ground. Now he's threatening Michaela. Alan must discover who the shifter is and stop him before it's too late.
If you’re a writer (regardless of published/unpublished status) come join us and share a snippet of your work in progress, a new release, or an oldie but goodie.
Participating Authors are listed at these sites: Hashtags: #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
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Publisher: Highland Press
Print: Ebook: $0.99
# ISBN-9781310167997
#ASIN-B00KSTIF14
Available at:
Ebook: Amazon
Amazon UK
Barnes and Noble
Smashwords
iBooks
A short Irish paranormal time travel romance
Kendra O’Reilly felt a connection with the Blarney Castle as if the echoes of the past could still be heard. The guide tells her a story about the Blarney Stone being the ancient Lia Fáil, one of the magical gifts from the god-like race, the Tuatha Dé Danann. To wish upon it, one will see where his or her destiny lies. Kendra wishes to find her one true love. She never thought she’d be whisked back to fifteen-century Ireland to find him.
Cian MacCarthy, the Lord of Blarney not only possesses the gift of Irish eloquence but he also has visions of the future. He’s waited for Kendra’s arrival, knowing she is his soul mate. Now all he has to do is convince her she belongs at his side.
June 7, 2014
Snippet Sunday: Don’t leave just yet…Magic of the Loch @KMNbooks @WildRosePress #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Welcome to Snippet Sunday.
This is another snippet from Magic of the Loch. Today's snippet is a couple of sentences later from last week.
If you missed last weeks snippet, here's the link: Chapter 5 #24
The Wild Rose Press
Kindle
NOOK
Set up: This takes place a few sentences later than last weeks snippet. Michaela is about to leave, but Alan isn't letting her slip away so easily.
***Note: The snippet has been modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. Yes again there is some fancy punctuations and some long sentences. lol
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“Michaela?”
“Hmm?” She turned to find him right behind her. So close she could take one step and be in his
embrace. Longing spread through her veins, but she stuffed her hands into her jean pockets, hoping to keep her resolve not to become involved.
“My offer still stands. I’m takin’ the boat over to Castle Urquhart tomorrow. I would be honored if ye
would accompany me.”
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Is there a boat trip in Michaela's future?
I have fantastic news. Echo of Time is available at Amazon for only 99 cents! It's an Irish paranormal time travel romance. So excited!
Like always thanks so much for stopping by. I would love to know what you thought of the snippet.
If you're interested here's a blurb for Magic of the Loch:
Michaela Grant travels to Scotland for a holiday, knowing this vacation is her last. A medical condition threatens her life and any chance of a future—until she meets Alan MacLachlin, a man forced to exist between two worlds.
Alan is the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Once every fifty years he returns to human form in search of his soul mate, the one woman who can break his curse. He believes he has found forever with Michaela, but to claim it he must figure out how to save her life.
Michaela and Alan vow to take what time has to offer, but another threat looms. A sinister shape shifter with a vendetta against Alan is making Loch Ness his personal hunting ground. Now he's threatening Michaela. Alan must discover who the shifter is and stop him before it's too late.
If you’re a writer (regardless of published/unpublished status) come join us and share a snippet of your work in progress, a new release, or an oldie but goodie.
Participating Authors are listed at these sites: Hashtags: #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
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Publisher: Highland Press
Print: Ebook: $0.99
# ISBN-9781310167997
#ASIN-B00KSTIF14
Available at:
Ebook: Amazon
Amazon UK
Barnes and Noble
Smashwords
iBooks
A short Irish paranormal time travel romance
Kendra O’Reilly felt a connection with the Blarney Castle as if the echoes of the past could still be heard. The guide tells her a story about the Blarney Stone being the ancient Lia Fáil, one of the magical gifts from the god-like race, the Tuatha Dé Danann. To wish upon it, one will see where his or her destiny lies. Kendra wishes to find her one true love. She never thought she’d be whisked back to fifteen-century Ireland to find him.
Cian MacCarthy, the Lord of Blarney not only possesses the gift of Irish eloquence but he also has visions of the future. He’s waited for Kendra’s arrival, knowing she is his soul mate. Now all he has to do is convince her she belongs at his side.
May 31, 2014
Snippet Sunday: Patience is a virtue… Magic of the Loch @KMNbooks @WildRosePress #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Welcome to Snippet Sunday. This is another snippet from Magic of the Loch. Today's snippet is a couple of sentences later from last week.
If you missed last weeks snippet, here's the link: Chapter 5 #23
The Wild Rose Press
Kindle
NOOK
Set up: This takes place a few sentences later than last weeks snippet. Alan has just offered to walk Michaela back to the cottage where she's staying. Michaela isn't sure of his intentions...
***Note: The snippet has been modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. Yes again there is some fancy punctuations and some long sentences. lol
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Alan proved a smooth talker with his claims he wanted to find a soul mate, while warning her about his brother being the player. Alan’s touch set off a longing inside of her, but she couldn’t allow herself the luxury of an affair for numerous reasons. She leaned back and met his gaze. The dark heat there told her he wanted more than a kiss, but brief dalliances weren’t her style and she had no intentions of changing her moral standards now. “I don’t think—”
He placed a finger over her mouth, silencing her words. “I’ll just make sure ye arrive back safe an no more. I’m a patient man. We’ll take this at yer pace.”
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I don't think Alan isn't going away anytime soon. So do you believe his patience is a virtue that will soon win Michaela's heart?
Like always thanks so much for stopping by. I would love to know what you thought of the snippet.
If you're interested here's a blurb for Magic of the Loch:
Michaela Grant travels to Scotland for a holiday, knowing this vacation is her last. A medical condition threatens her life and any chance of a future—until she meets Alan MacLachlin, a man forced to exist between two worlds.
Alan is the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Once every fifty years he returns to human form in search of his soul mate, the one woman who can break his curse. He believes he has found forever with Michaela, but to claim it he must figure out how to save her life.
Michaela and Alan vow to take what time has to offer, but another threat looms. A sinister shape shifter with a vendetta against Alan is making Loch Ness his personal hunting ground. Now he's threatening Michaela. Alan must discover who the shifter is and stop him before it's too late.
If you’re a writer (regardless of published/unpublished status) come join us and share a snippet of your work in progress, a new release, or an oldie but goodie.
Participating Authors are listed at these sites: Hashtags: #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
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Soul Taker
RONE Finalist and
2014 Readers' Crown Finalist!
If you're wondering how the books are chosen... There are six judges randomly selected and screened reader judges for that category.
Six reader judges have 30 days to read the book and answer 20 tough questions rating the book from 1-10 on everything from the likability of the hero and pace of the plot to formatting and spelling.
Only books that get an average score of 8.0 or higher become finalists in the Readers' Crown Contest! That's an 8, 9, or 10 on a total of 120 questions! Not an easy task! Soul Taker received 9.45!! http://www.romcon.com/2014-readers-crown-finalists
May 24, 2014
Snippet Sunday: Should She Stay or Should She Go Now… Magic of the Loch @KMNbooks @WildRosePress #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Welcome to Snippet Sunday. Monday is Memorial Day here in the USA. Big Hugs and many thanks to all that have served!!
This is another snippet from Magic of the Loch. Today's snippet is a couple of sentences later from last week.
If you missed last weeks snippet, here's the link: Chapter 5 #22
The Wild Rose Press
Kindle
NOOK
Set up: Alan and Michaela just kissed for the first time. This is the scene following right after the joyous event. Enjoy!
***Note: The snippet has been modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. Yes again there is some fancy punctuations and some long sentences. lol
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“I knew you’d be a good kisser,” she said, her voice a hoarse whisper, lacing her words like an invitation for more.
His lips slid into a seductive curve as he spoke, “Did ye now?”
She nodded her head, still a little breathless.
“This was a mistake, ye know.”
“It was?” she asked with confusion and tried to move away, but he held her still.
“Shush, I only meant it was a mistake on my part to indulge with a promise of only one taste when I want so much more.”
His mouth covered hers again, taking her under his spell and she didn’t want to stop either, but they couldn’t continue to kiss or snog as he called it right here in the pub... not when she felt herself losing control. She moved her mouth to the side and inhaled deeply as she rested her cheek against his and murmured, “It’s getting late and I should go.”
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Hmm... She should go? What do you think? Shouldn't she stay? lol
Like always thanks so much for stopping by. I would love to know what you thought of the snippet.
If you're interested here's a blurb for Magic of the Loch:
Michaela Grant travels to Scotland for a holiday, knowing this vacation is her last. A medical condition threatens her life and any chance of a future—until she meets Alan MacLachlin, a man forced to exist between two worlds.
Alan is the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Once every fifty years he returns to human form in search of his soul mate, the one woman who can break his curse. He believes he has found forever with Michaela, but to claim it he must figure out how to save her life.
Michaela and Alan vow to take what time has to offer, but another threat looms. A sinister shape shifter with a vendetta against Alan is making Loch Ness his personal hunting ground. Now he's threatening Michaela. Alan must discover who the shifter is and stop him before it's too late.
If you’re a writer (regardless of published/unpublished status) come join us and share a snippet of your work in progress, a new release, or an oldie but goodie.
Participating Authors are listed at these sites: Hashtags: #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
Fluent Blarney Spoken Here by Karen Michelle Nutt @KMNbooks @SandraSookoo #funfriday
The Blarney Castle is a medieval stronghold located in Blarney, Ireland. It is in partial ruin and at the top one will find the Stone of Destiny, better known as the Blarney Stone. All who kiss it will be granted the gift of Irish eloquence or so the legend states... http://sandrasookoo.wordpress.com/2014/05/24/fun-friday-fluent-blarney-spoken-here-by-karen-michelle-nutt/
May 18, 2014
Snippet Sunday: Kiss the Girl… Magic of the Loch @KMNbooks @WildRosePress #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Welcome to Snippet Sunday. This is another snippet from Magic of the Loch. Today's snippet is a couple of sentences later from last week.
If you missed last weeks snippet, here's the link: Chapter 5 #21
The Wild Rose Press
Kindle
NOOK
Set up: Sometimes no words are needed. The kiss says it all... Enjoy!
***Note: The snippet has been modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. Yes again there is some fancy punctuations and some long sentences. lol
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Kiss me, the thought whispered in her mind, but he somehow knew what she craved. He took her mug from her hand and placed it on the table next to his as he leaned forward, his lips hovering over hers. “Just a taste, aye?” he said, his seductive whisper stroking over her mouth with the effect of a soft kiss and his hand slipped to the nape of her neck, drawing her closer as he deepened the caress.
Heat spread through her, warming her from the inside out. He tasted of the sea, whiskey and sweet temptation, and the more she indulged, the more she wanted. The thick beat of awareness ran through her blood, making her heart beat faster. Her hands cupped his face, his five o’clock shadow barely prickling her palm.
The kiss ended if only to take a breath, but he didn’t move away, his lips still hovering near hers as if to reclaim them again.
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Oh the kiss says so much, don't you agree?
Like always thanks so much for stopping by. I would love to know what you thought of the snippet.
If you're interested here's a blurb for Magic of the Loch:
Michaela Grant travels to Scotland for a holiday, knowing this vacation is her last. A medical condition threatens her life and any chance of a future—until she meets Alan MacLachlin, a man forced to exist between two worlds.
Alan is the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Once every fifty years he returns to human form in search of his soul mate, the one woman who can break his curse. He believes he has found forever with Michaela, but to claim it he must figure out how to save her life.
Michaela and Alan vow to take what time has to offer, but another threat looms. A sinister shape shifter with a vendetta against Alan is making Loch Ness his personal hunting ground. Now he's threatening Michaela. Alan must discover who the shifter is and stop him before it's too late.
If you’re a writer (regardless of published/unpublished status) come join us and share a snippet of your work in progress, a new release, or an oldie but goodie.
Participating Authors are listed at these sites: Hashtags: #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
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Great News: Soul Taker is a 2014 Readers' Crown Finalist! So excited! Check out the other books who finalized in the ROMCON Readers' Crown Awards: http://romcon1.businesscatalyst.com/index.html
If you're wondering how the books are chosen... There are six judges randomly selected and pre-screened reader judges for that category.
Six reader judges have 30 days to read the book and answer 20 tough questions rating the book from 1-10 on everything from the likability of the hero and pace of the plot to formatting and spelling.
Only books that get an average score of 8.0 or higher become finalists in the Readers' Crown Contest! That's an 8, 9, or 10 on a total of 120 questions! Not an easy task! Soul Taker received 9.45!!
May 10, 2014
Snippet Sunday: Not so grumpy after all… Magic of the Loch @KMNbooks @WildRosePress #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Happy Mother's day to all the wonderful mums! Hope you have a splendid day!
Welcome to Snippet Sunday. This is another snippet from Magic of the Loch. Today's snippet is a couple of sentences later from last week.
If you missed last weeks snippet, here's the link: Chapter 5 #20
The Wild Rose Press
Kindle
NOOK
Set up: Michaela comes to the conclusion Alan isn't as grumpy as he lets on. Of course Alan denies it...
***Note: The snippet has been modified to fit the 8 sentence limit. Yes again there is some fancy punctuations and some long sentences. lol
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“I recognize the look.”
“How so?”
She opened her mouth to explain but closed it again. “Never mind.” She wanted to find out more about him, but somehow Alan kept turning the conversation back to her.
He placed his mug down and leaned forward, gently taking a hold of her chin and making her look at him. “How do ye recognize the look?” His touch felt so good, warm and gentle for such a large man, and she found herself leaning into his palm.
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Sounds like Alan may be intrigued by Michaela's view of him. What do you think?
Like always thanks so much for stopping by. I would love to know what you thought of the snippet.
If you're interested here's a blurb for Magic of the Loch:
Michaela Grant travels to Scotland for a holiday, knowing this vacation is her last. A medical condition threatens her life and any chance of a future—until she meets Alan MacLachlin, a man forced to exist between two worlds.
Alan is the legendary Loch Ness Monster. Once every fifty years he returns to human form in search of his soul mate, the one woman who can break his curse. He believes he has found forever with Michaela, but to claim it he must figure out how to save her life.
Michaela and Alan vow to take what time has to offer, but another threat looms. A sinister shape shifter with a vendetta against Alan is making Loch Ness his personal hunting ground. Now he's threatening Michaela. Alan must discover who the shifter is and stop him before it's too late.
If you’re a writer (regardless of published/unpublished status) come join us and share a snippet of your work in progress, a new release, or an oldie but goodie.
Participating Authors are listed at these sites: Hashtags: #8sunday #snippetsunday #SPeekSunday
Weekend Writing Warriors for Eight Sentence Sunday
May 8, 2014
What the Heck is the RONE Awards? @KMNbooks @LNightingale
I'm at Linda Nightingale's blog today to tell you all about the RONE AWARDS! I hope you'll stop by and say hi! And the lovely host is giving away a copy of Eli: Warriors for for the Light to one lucky commenter. How sweet is that? http://lindanightingale.wordpress.com/2014/05/08/soul-taker-rone-nominee/#comment-688
