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September 13, 2017

The Alibi by Marilyn Baron

HAPPY RELEASE DAY!!From award-winning author Marilyn Baron The Alibi Tour Graphic THE ALIBIMarilyn BaronGenre: Romantic Suspense, Women's Fiction, Crime Fiction, Cozy Mystery
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press, Inc.
Publication Date: September 13, 2017Add to GoodreadsThe AlibiIn Marilyn Baron's The Alibi, a cover-up could cost heroine Merritt Saxe her life.Merritt Saxe, newly hired public relations specialist with the Florida prison system, answers an urgent plea from their division’s director, Willard Ware Baintree. Following his orders, she finds him in the apartment of his mistress, his bloody T-shirt and the mistress’s dead body convincing her the criminal justice superstar is himself a criminal. The director claims he didn’t kill the woman and coerces Merritt into being his alibi.Meanwhile, as the director pulls her farther into his web of lies, Merritt breaks with her longstanding boyfriend and begins a steamy relationship with hunky attorney Israel Goodspeed, whose brother works for the director. Yet how can she trust Israel with her secret or her heart when she suspects the director has been orchestrating their relationship to keep her in line? Speaking out about the cover-up could cost her more than time in jail…it could cost her life.Purchase LinksAvailable now for $3.99 only. Grab your copy today.Amazon | Barnes & Noble | The Wild Rose PressUpcoming Book Tour: Save the DateFollow the upcoming book tour from September 25 - October 7, 2017.Watch out for exclusive excerpts, book reviews, interviews, and more.
To check the latest tour schedule, visit the The Alibi Book Page at Book Unleashed.GiveawayWIN $25 GIFT CARD AND MORE!The Alibi Giveaway GraphicPrizes up for grabs:$25 Amazon Gift CardeBook copy of Stumble StonesStilt House print by Florida artist Sharon Goldman*
* "Stilt House," a signed, matted decorative print by Florida artist Sharon Goldman. Stilt House is on St. George Island off the Florida  Panhandle, where The Alibi is set. The location is representative of where the hero and heroine go for their weekend beach getaway.Contest runs from September 13 - October 7, 2017.a Rafflecopter giveawayAbout Marilyn BaronMarilyn Baron
Marilyn Baron writes in a variety of genres, from humorous coming-of-middle age women’s fiction to historical romantic thrillers and romantic suspense to paranormal/fantasy. She’s published 13 novels with The Wild Rose Press, five short stories with TWB Press and self-published three books. AmazonEncore republished her book Sixth Sense on September 15, 2015. She’s received writing awards in Single Title, Suspense Romance, Novel With Strong Romantic Elements and Paranormal//Fantasy Romance. She is a Georgia Romance Writers (GRW) Maggie Award winner. She is the Finalist in the 2017 Georgia Author of the Year Award for Stumble Stones: A Novel in the Romance Category. She’s a PAN member of Romance Writers of America and GRW and winner of the GRW 2009 Chapter Service Award. A public relations consultant in Atlanta, Marilyn graduated with a BS in Journalism and a minor in Creative Writing from the University of Florida. She worked in Public Relations for AT&T in Atlanta for 13 years before starting her own PR firm. She serves on the 2017-18 Roswell Reads Steering Committee. She was selected as a featured author in the 2016 Atlanta Authors Series. She presented on a panel at the 2017 AJC-Decatur Book Festival (the largest independent book festival in the country) on September 3, 2017. Read more about Marilyn at http://www.marilynbaron.com.Official website: http://www.marilynbaron.comTo receive regular updates from the author, join Marilyn Baron's newsletter.Connect with Marilyn Baron on social media:Facebook | Twitter | Amazon Author Page | GoodreadsIn partnership with Book Unleashed Logo Book Unleashed Blog Tours
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Published on September 13, 2017 01:00

September 11, 2017

Uncharted Waters by Micah Persell




 GENRE: Contemporary Romance (spicy)

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BLURB:

When a hermit and a scientist are snowbound in a cabin in the woods, the sparks they generate just might melt it all down in this scorching and sensual romance.

Scientist Bethany Morgan discovers the schematics to a world-changing recycling system that will help her realize her greatest dream: providing clean water to the world. The only problem? She must track down the creator, a Dr. Anderson, to help her complete the prototype, and he’s been missing for decades.
James Anderson has clung to the quiet, pain-free existence he’s made in the mountains since his father’s death years ago. But when the determined scientist he rescued gets snowed in at his cabin for an undetermined time, his world is turned upside down...

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EXCERPT

Not a rabbit.

James stood beneath his most lucrative snare, hands on his hips.

It appeared that … he tilted his head and narrowed his eyes just to make sure. Yep. Unless he was mistaken, instead of catching a small woodland creature, his snare had trapped a human.

James watched as long, silky hair swayed back and forth in midair. A slender neck led to a narrow back that tapered into an even narrower waist.

A real, flesh-and-blood woman.



 AUTHOR Bio and Links:
Micah Persell lives in Southern California with her husband, 1.7 children, and menagerie of pets. She writes romance with strong women, smart minds, and scorching love. Visit her online at www.micahpersell.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MicahPersell, and on Twitter @MicahPersell.



Buy Links:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Uncharted-Waters-Micah-Persell-ebook/dp/B073BMXKTR
Simon & Schuster: http://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Uncharted-Waters/Micah-Persell/9781507206119
Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/uncharted-waters-10


GIVEAWAY INFORMATION and RAFFLECOPTER CODE
Micah will be awarding a $15 Amazon or B/N GC to a randomly drawn winner via rafflecopter during the tour.

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Published on September 11, 2017 03:00

September 9, 2017

Florida

Yes, I live here. We live in Volusia County and are about as prepared for the hurricane as we can be. The only thing we didn't get was a generator and since they're saying that this is going to be an active hurricane season that item will be on our list of immediate buys once we get through Irma. The last time I checked things were looking slightly better for us but still, anything can happen. Tornados are another concern and of course the high winds. I think it's clear by now that this storm is going to touch all Floridians in some way.

On another note, we had a couple of visitors this week. I went out to get the mail one day and the tortoise was out there chomping down on something. The next day the cranes came to see us. They had a chick with them but I kept my distance as I've been chased by one of them before. Back when I could run. They'd catch me for sure now:)


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Published on September 09, 2017 08:20

September 8, 2017

Freebie Friday

  NOMINATED FOR THE PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD AT THE TALENT CAVE REVIEWS!!

Rachel Masters has had a crush on her sexy boss for three years. As far as she knows the millionaire architect is oblivious to her, walking past her desk every morning with barely a nod in her direction. But when the power goes out and they're trapped in an elevator, the truth comes out in one steamy episode designed to take Rachel's mind off being claustrophobic.

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James White doesn't have a crush on his receptionist. He wants her, its as simple as that. He senses there's a real beauty hidden beneath the granny glasses and professional suites. And he plans to find out how hot she is as soon as the chance presents itself.
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Published on September 08, 2017 02:00

September 6, 2017

Two of My Support Staff

Bearcat, inside, and Jezzie, on top, are just taking a little break. Otherwise one of them would be cozying up on my arm and computer while I'm trying to write. But, hey, they are my support staff.

 Why buy expensive cat toys? Just purchase something big from Amazon and save the box! My four cats have played with this for two weeks.
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Published on September 06, 2017 06:00

September 4, 2017

Eyes of the Seer by Ashley York

NEW BOOK RELEASEfrom award winning author Ashley York Eyes of the Seer Tour Graphic EYES OF THE SEERAshley YorkSeries: The Derbfine Series Book 2
Genre: Historical Fiction
Publication Date: July 31, 2017Add to GoodreadsEyes of the SeerIn ancient Éire, men and women take to the legends for answers. Different-colored eyes are the mark of a Seer, it is said, and those who can see the future are in league with the devil. They cannot be suffered to live.He wishes to prove himself…Marcán of Clonascara bears the bloodline of Brian Boru, the legendary high king, and his prowess as a warrior has earned him great respect. But he was born with different-colored eyes, and there are some who would have him suffer a Seer's fate. His fiercest adversary is Beibhinn, mother to Diarmuid, his close friend and king, and Astrid, the woman who holds his heart. If Astrid ever showed him any interest, he would fight Beibhinn and any army to wed her.She is desperate to escape…Astrid is sick of her mother's belittling, but her brother is in no hurry to see her married, so she decides to see to her own match-making. The man she approaches quickly reveals his lack of honor, but her overbearing mother pushes her to wed him anyway. When Astrid discovers Marcán's love for her, she realizes that what she wants has been in front of her all along. True happiness awaits them, but only if they can put a stop to her mother's plans.Ms. York carried this book forward with lots of suspense and no shortage of her depraved antagonists looking to fulfill their own agendas. Eyes of the Seer is storytelling at its best presenting a top-notch read!- Jennifer, Goodreads ReviewerPurchase LinksAvailable now for $3.99 only. Grab your copy today.Amazon | Barnes & Noble | iTunes | Google Play | KoboAn Excerpt from the BookTake an inside look at Eyes of the Seer. Read this sizzling excerpt from the book."Astrid?" Marcán kept his tone low and controlled. "What d'ye here?"The men stood, appearing surprised, ripped out of their lustful thoughts. That confusion swiftly changed to discomfort when they caught sight of Marcán's expression. They moved away from her, opening the circle and allowing him a direct view of her, still seated beside Pádraig.Her hair was tousled and her eyes were widely innocent. She dipped her head, eyeing the men from beneath her lashes."Nothing." Her voice held a husky tone. "We are… talking."The men turned back to him and waited. Could they actually have any expectation of his consent? Mayhap in the Meic Murchadha clan. Marcán slowly gazed at each man in turn, looking him right in the eye, before finally settling his gaze again on Astrid."Do they all know ye are Diarmuid's little sister?"Each man took a step back. All but Pádraig, whose face maintained a look of superiority, his hand still on her shoulder like he owned her.Marcán moved closer to Astrid, and the other men continued to yield, stepping even farther away. "Pádraig.""I thought ye were telling yer stories, Marcán," Pádraig said.Marcán looked at his hand on Astrid's shoulder. And waited. Time slipped by. One of the other men coughed, and Pádraig finally removed his hand. Heaving a deep sigh, he moved to stand with the others. Marcán refused to acknowledge Astrid's crestfallen expression when he extended his hand to her."And I thought ye would keep to yer own women rather than taking advantage of an innocent lass." Marcán handed the man his fur."This lovely lass asked me to show her the hot springs."When Marcán looked again at Astrid, he had hoped for some show of guilt. Instead, he was met with a defiant glare."Oh did she?" Marcán asked as he shifted his gaze to the other men. "Were ye afraid ye'd lose yer way on yer own?"Pádraig offered a small smile. "If the lass wishes for the men to join us, they are more than willing, and I do not object."The man was speaking of accepting the offer he'd believed she was making. Marcán tasted blood where he'd bitten his cheek to hold back his angry words. Rather than speak to Pádraig, whom he was tempted to strike, he turned to Astrid. "Did ye wish for more from these men than seeing the hot springs?"Her eyes were angry, and her shoulders had rounded to their natural bend. Relieved to see her drop the flirtatious facade, he smiled. Just in time, he noticed the flash of anger and realized his smile had been misinterpreted. She thought he was laughing at her. He caught her hand just before it made contact with his cheek."How dare ye!" Astrid said, letting loose her tirade.Though striking another was a punishable offense, Marcán was more than willing to stand there and let her have at him. She did not care for him, but her behavior—willfulness… stubbornness… whatever Diarmuid wanted to label her rants—was merely an indication of the great depth of her passion. Marcán recognized it because he was the same way. Mayhap that was what drew him to her. That he would not be the one to guide her to that knowledge was like a knife to his gut.His tone hardened. "I dare because I am here to protect ye."She ripped her hand out of his grasp and stopped just short of stomping her injured foot. Her voice shrill, she said, "I do not want ye to protect me! I want nothing of ye!"Eyes of the Seer by Ashley York is yet another mesmerizing hit by this author. EYES OF THE SEER will have you turning pages.- April, Goodreads ReviewerOther Books by Ashley YorkDon't miss Book One in the The Derbfine Series series:@media screen and (max-width: 600px){ #other-books-table {width:100%;} #other-books-table tbody td {display: block;} }Curse of the HealerCURSE OF THE HEALERSeries: The Derbfine Series Book 1Fated to be a healer...
Destined to be his...
To steal the power of the great healer, a warrior need only possess her. Diarmuid will protect Aednat with his life, but who will protect his heart?Buy Links: Available on Amazon.comIf you love historical romance, you have to pick up this book. You’ll be swept away by the landscape, the history and the romance. A must read!
- N.N. Light, Goodreads reviewerGiveawayWIN ONE OF TWO
$10 AMAZON GIFT CARDEyes of the Seer Giveaway GraphicContest runs from September 4 - 10, 2017.a Rafflecopter giveawayAbout Ashley YorkAshley York
Award-winning author Ashley York writes historical romance full of passion and intrigue set in 11th and 12th century Ireland, Scotland, and England where life was wild and survival was never guaranteed.Whether it's in the mysterious ring forts of Éire, the Scottish Highlands, or the battle fields of Hastings her characters fight hard and play hard. Good or evil, primary or secondary, they all evoke strong emotional responses. Passionate about history and research, York may tweak some historical facts (like the location of the Baron's Rebellion), but the flavor of the time is undeniable. With heroes and heroines you'll want to read about again and again, her stories are fresh and unpredictable but still finish with a satisfying HEA.Official website: https://www.ashleyyorkauthor.comOfficial blog: http://www.ashleyyorkauthor.com/blogConnect with Ashley York on social media: Facebook | TwitterIn partnership with Book Unleashed Logo Book Unleashed Blog Tours
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Published on September 04, 2017 23:00

September 3, 2017

Attention Authors!

You don't have to be a Coffee Time Romance member to take advantage of having a contest on their site, which also includes free promo. Check the letter out below, which we send automatically to our members when they sign up. Again, you don't have to be a member. If interested send an email to the email addy provided, the month you'd like, and someone will get back to you with the specifics.


Hello!

New Coffee Time Romance & More contest rules and perks!

One of the benefits of your Coffee House Author membership is a spot in our Featured Contests. What better way to bring awareness to you and your books while letting us do all the work? You are not required to do this but the option is available to you. If you do want to take advantage of the Featured Contest spot, let me know which month so I can reserve your spot. As your time gets closer we will send you a reminder and further information.

Important things to remember:

1.    We only book 3 contests a month so book in advance (Oct is full, Nov has one spot left, Dec has 3 spots left. We can also begin booking for 2018)
2.    Other than the giveaway there is no cost to you
3.    You can only participate once every 12 months
4.    Free advertising! Once I let you know that your contest is live you can contact Karenne at ( karennelyn@coffeetimeromance.com ) with your book cover and link. This is for every author who books a contest.  We will put your book cover up on various pages for a month starting on the 15thof the month.
5.    Added bonus! The contests run for a whole month. The author with the most entries will win a front page cover ad spot for an entire month (scheduling depending on availability). The winner will be notified when the contest is over.
 
I encourage you to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity! Email us here: contestguru@coffeetimeromance.com

 
Thank You,

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Published on September 03, 2017 09:00

September 1, 2017

Read for FREE!



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Excerpts - Pulled Over - What starts out as a normal afternoon drive home for Sunny turns into a steamy altercation between her and a cop after she's pulled over for an expired tag, and burned-out taillight. She can't afford a ticket. What's a girl to do? Each book in the series is a stand alone short, erotic story.

On Fire - Faith has been horny for Dean since he moved into her apartment building, two doors down. She caught him eyeing her while sun-bathing at the pool one day, and thought he was interested in her, too. But it takes a fire in her kitchen for the hunky fireman to finally act on their mutual attraction.

Get it here!Undercover - Vacationing in England, Lucie and her friends are finally at Buckingham Palace. What starts out as a harmless tease in front of one of the stone-faced, palace guards soon turns into the real thing when he hunts her down to finish what she started!

Party Time - RJ is a Marine, home on leave. Georgia is the woman he gave up before his last deployment. They run into each other at a party and soon realize they still have feelings for one another. As they take up where they left off they have little time to decide, can they say goodbye for good this time, or accept that they belong together?

Lovers - Bishop, a Navy SEAL and Angel, a kindergarten teacher, have spent a month apart. It seems like a lifetime for the new lovers, who entered into a whirlwind relationship with no thought for a future together. The two reunite after Bishop is wounded, and on medical leave. The passion between them is as hot as ever but before they can explore their feelings Bishop is called back into action.
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Published on September 01, 2017 02:00

August 30, 2017

Diomere's Exile

Diomere's Exile Tour Graphic We are delighted to announce the PRE-ORDER AVAILABILITY of Diomere's Exile by Sabrina A. Fish. Check it out and reserve your copy today.Official release date: September 29, 2017.Diomere's ExileSeries: The Gate Keeper Chronicles Book 1
Genre: Fantasy Romance
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
Add to GoodreadsAn exiled woman seeking redemption, and the man who distracts her from finding it.Five Gates. Five Sisters. Five Very Different Men.Once there were two worlds connected by five magical gates. Then the Gate Keepers closed the gates and disappeared. The Gate Keepers have returned.Nadia de Quinones was exiled when her nephew, the crown-prince was abducted on her watch. She’ll let nothing stand in the way of her redemption, not even discovering her heartbonded and a connection to an ancient magical gate.Lord Gregor Cyrene is sworn to protect his country's royal heirs. After the youngest prince’s life is threatened, Gregor sets out to discover who is responsible and suspects the answer lies with Nadia.When fate forces their competing goals to align, neither are prepared for the irresistible attraction between them. Can they see beyond their pasts and a millennia old hate between their people? Or will they continue to distrust, allowing those plotting against them to win?Pre-Order LinksAmazon | Barnes & Noble | The Wild Rose PressGiveawayWIN $25 GIFT CARD AND MORE!Diomere's Exile Giveaway GraphicPrizes up for grabs:
$25 Gift Card (Winner's choice: Amazon or Barnes & Noble)
2 Diomere's Exile eBooks
3 Mystery PrizesContest runs from August 29 - October 16, 2017.a Rafflecopter giveawayAbout Sabrina A. FishSabrina A. Fish
Sabrina A. Fish lives in Oklahoma with her husband, son, and two cats, where she owns a trophy company and collects names for her novels from lists of award’s recipients. She loves all things chocolate and her husband is sweet enough to never let the candy dish near her computer become empty.She loves and advocates being involved in the local writing community, and is President for the 2018 Oklahoma Writers' Federation, Inc (OWFI).She is an annual featured speaker at The Rose State Writing Conference and has been a panelist at Wizard World Comic Con.Born and raised in Oklahoma, she considers the three years she spent in a Texas high school to be a short trip down the rabbit hole that ended at graduation. She returned to Oklahoma where she received her Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Oklahoma. BOOMER SOONER.When she isn't writing & promoting her novels or running her company, she can be found reading, scrapbooking, or spending quality time with her family.To find out more about Sabrina and her books, visit her website https://www.SabrinaAFish.comOfficial website: https://www.sabrinaafish.com/Connect with Sabrina A. Fish on social media:Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads | Amazon Author Page | Instagram | Pinterest | Linked-InAbout The Wild Rose PressThe Wild Rose Press
The Wild Rose Press has been publishing electronic and print titles of fiction for more than nine years. Our titles span the sub-genre spectrum from sweet to sensually erotic romance in all lengths to mainstream and womens fiction. To check out the latest and upcoming releases and more, visit https://catalog.thewildrosepress.com.Social media: Facebook | Twitter | PinterestIn partnership with Book Unleashed Logo Book Unleashed Blog Tours
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Published on August 30, 2017 02:00

August 29, 2017

Filthy Teasers for The Sentinels

I ain't kidding! This is your last warning! Read at your own risk.

Chapter 17 page 88 & 89

I grinned around the tasty nipple in my mouth before releasing it and moving on to her other luscious tit. I licked at her nipple like a cat licking up cream, before taking the tip into my mouth and suckling. Her nails raked my scalp, turning my dick into cement. I wanted to remove my fingers and replace them by invading her warmth and pounding her into a hard climax, but I realized the danger of losing control and continued to taste the delights her body had to offer. When my kisses took me to the top of her pelvis, it was the first time Ruby tried to pull my head away, and I knew then that she’d never let a man go down on her.

Ebook or print here! If anything was going to make me lose control it was that knowledge. She was so innocent, yet a woman in every way. I began to grind my dick into the bed as I locked my mouth over her mound. She moaned and reared up, the action allowing my tongue the chance to sink easily inside heaven. Smooth, tasty cream coated my tongue, and I lapped it up hungrily, groaning deeply as I was enveloped in a heady scent of her sex and eagerness.

“Tanner, oh, God! What are you doing to me?” Her rushed tone revealed that she was panting her way to a hard release.
With my tongue buried inside her as far as it would reach, I looked up to see her lovely tits quivering with their hard, wet nipples. Her hands were fisted in the covers beneath us, her hips moving against my tongue the same way I knew she would be moving had it been my dick. My nose bumped against her engorged clit, causing Ruby to twitch and moan every time. Her breathing turned harsher, I grabbed her hips and pulled her tight against my face, feeling her insides swell and clench around my tongue.
“Tanner!” her cry revealed her surprise as she peaked and then exploded into sweet release. “I’m, I’m, coming…!”
The warmth and thickness of her cream coated my tongue, and I sucked as much of it as I could into my mouth. I wanted all of her virginal essence, and I was a greedy bastard. Her body jerked and quivered as she tried to escape my mouth, but I easily held her pussy right where I wanted it. I ate her out until I was satisfied that I’d gotten it all. When I pulled away I took a last, lingering sweep over her sensitive clit.
She pulled my hair roughly. “Tanner, I . . .  please, I can’t take any more.”
 Jesus, my dick was leaking, I could feel it, and it was so hard it hurt. I climbed up her body and settled it right up against her swollen, wet mound. “You are an innocent,” I said softly, slightly in awe. “Because this is just foreplay.” Her eyes snapped open and met mine. “First I make you come, then you make me come, and then we fuck our brains out.” I rubbed my throbbing dick against her.

“We both know that’s not going to happen,” Ruby surprised me by saying. “Because you don’t want my cherry.”
Fuck. That damned cherry. In that moment, something else occurred to me. If she came that fucking hard from just the feel of my tongue, she’d set the sheets on fire if it were my dick claiming her. It was almost worth saying to hell with it and breaking my rule. But I didn’t need that kind of trouble. As tempting as Ruby was, I needed to keep my head and stick to the rules.
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Published on August 29, 2017 04:00