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July 6, 2014
Q & A With Historical Romance Author Jess Michaels
Click on over to Romance Magicians, my Southern Magic Romance of America Chapter's fun-filled blog, to check out my interview with one of my favorite erotic historical romance authors, Jess Michaels!
She's talking all about her fabulous upcoming release with Samhain Publishing, A Matter of Sin.
Romance Magicians
June 27, 2014
Booksigning at Cold Water Books in Tuscumbia
Join me Saturday, June 28, and a host of other authors at Cold Water Books in Tuscumbia, where I'll be signing copies of my regional ghost story collections, my YA paranormal, Eternal, and copies of Remembering Florence Volumes 1 and 2, as part of the Helen Keller Festival!
June 16, 2014
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She knew she was playing with fire...and was eager to burn.
The very thought of an innocent young woman donning a man’s uniform and joining the Prussian Army is scandalous. But on the run from an arranged marriage, Erika von Ecker’s destitute circumstances have left her little choice. She expects to earn enough money to buy her way out of the marriage. She does not expect to fall in love with Gregor Altmann von Breidenbach, the handsome heir to a vast duchy.
Prussian law forbids Gregor to marry beneath his title, so he seeks to make the brash beauty his pampered mistress. Erika’s refusal only stokes a fire within that spurs them both toward ever-greater heights of sensuous abandon. But as war looms, Gregor realizes he must do anything in his power to get Erika out of harm’s way--even if it means making her more than a mistress.
What reviewers are saying ~4.5 STARS: "A story worth reading and reading again. Characters you wished you’d known, and after reading the book, you feel as if you do. She endangers him, falls in love with him, will sacrifice all for him but in the end, can she save him? As her journey began, I knew I was reading something intriguing. The story captured my imagination, kept me riveted and scrolling the pages. I couldn’t wait until the next scene so I could catch my breath. But when the next scene began I realized the stakes had only increased and the tension thickened. The sexual attraction between Gregor and Erika is thick from the beginning. But Debra didn’t rush the magic of their sacrifice—and their love does come with a high price. You’ll be swept into an epic historical romance that takes you from intimate private encounters, to the edge of your seat battle scene. The story made me warm, made me shiver and even made me cry. More Than A Mistress is a story I won’t soon forget." -- Seriously Reviewed
BEST BOOK:"'I cannot consent to less than I deserve.' Erika von Ecker believed what she said to Gregor Altmann with her whole heart but would she be able to hold to her principals when it meant she would never be a part of Gregor’s life? Prepare to be swept away to a tumultuous time in the history of Prussia, or modern day Germany. The year is 1740 the Prussian Army is headed to war and Erika von Ecker, daughter of Baron von Ecker, has made the only decision she could live with to salvage her future and that of her innocent little sister. She would join the Prussian Army under the disguise of Lieutenant Erik von Ecker, her deceased brother, and earn the money to repay her father’s debts. Erika is very aware of the punishment for portraying an officer but in the scheme of things it is the lesser of two evils when her only other alternative is to marry an odious man twice her age. Was it luck or fate that had her literally collide with Gregor Altmann, son of Duke von Briedenbach the same day she joined the regiment? I like to think it was a little of both. Ms. Glass’s brilliant setting of 18th century Prussia is breathtaking. You can see the bright colors in the uniforms and practically smell the gun powder and horses when the cadets are training or marching. Ms. Glass has written some poignant historical romances that show her love for history and More Than A Mistress is stunning example. One of my favorite scenes takes place at a masquerade ball in Berlin. Erika and Gregor have both been fighting valiantly to not give into the chemistry that has been steadily building between them. When Erika steps into the ball room and Gregor truly sees her as a woman for the first time my heart literally skipped several beats! My other favorite scene is near the end when Erika has an audience with King Frederick. You don't want to miss the exchange. One word : Courageous! Like Erika, I fell in love with Gregor Altmann. He is such an honorable character and once he discovers Erika’s identity he quite literally goes out of his way to save her. He’s willing to give her the funds she needs to cover her father’s debt, he takes a beating for her and wants more than anything to give her the life she deserves even when it’s not within his power to do so. He admires her courage and blunt honesty even as he tries to convince her that her actions are foolish and dangerous. However, I have to point out that Gregor also demonstrates that a man can only be so honorable before it becomes his downfall. There were a couple of different times, if I had been Erika, I think I would have cheerfully choked him with his tiresome honor! One of the major themes of the book is in regard to the differences in the class system. Gregor was in the highest echelon while Erika, though a lady and a Baron’s daughter, was just above the working class. The differentiation in the titles and stations was a true cultural barrier during the 18th century and it gave the story a feel of realism and added powerful tension to the plot. Would they be able to overcome their heritage? Does Gregor find the courage to take love over title and inheritance? Can Erika give up her honor to become his mistress? You won’t want to miss the exciting conclusion!! Some writers have such a talent for story telling that a book will literally play out as a movie in your mind while you read. If you enjoy a story that inspires your imagination you will truly enjoy More Than A Mistress." -- Honeysuckle, Whipped Cream Reviews
Read an Excerpt HERE
May 23, 2014
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You can now download my short historical, Lover by Chance, FREE in all eReader formats at Amazon, ARE, B&N, Smashwords and more!
Mississippi riverboat gambler, Jedidiah Nash, knows he’s a scheming bastard. After defeating Richard Laurent at cards, the two come to a scandalous agreement. The stakes? Laurent’s wife for one night.
Jed has no intention of bedding the married Creole beauty. Instead, he expects to part her from the rest of Laurent’s money in exchange for her virtue.
Angry at her abusive husband for gambling her away, Elena Laurent concocts a scheme of her own. And after one night in a stranger’s arms, she might just be playing for keeps.
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April 7, 2014
Enter to Win a Kindle Fire!
Several erotic historical authors and I are helping Jess Michaels celebrate the release of her new historical, Beauty and the Earl, (set to release April 15th) with a contest! Log in to the Rafflecopter giveaway and enter to win a Kindle Fire as well as other prizes which include free historical romance books and other author swag!
April 3, 2014
Download Lover by Chance FREE!
You can now download my short historical, Lover by Chance, FREE in all eReader formats at Smashwords!
Mississippi riverboat gam bler, Jedidiah Nash, knows he’s a scheming bastard. After defeating Richard Laurent at cards, the two come to a scandalous agreement. The stakes? Laurent’s wife for one night.
Jed has no intention of bedding the married Creole beauty. Instead, he expects to part her from the rest of Laurent’s money in exchange for her virtue.
Angry at her abusive husband for gambling her away, Elena Laurent concocts a scheme of her own. And after one night in a stranger’s arms, she might just be playing for keeps.
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March 2, 2014
My Writing Process
I hope you’re having a fantastic Monday! I’ve been invited to take part in a “My Writing Process” blog tour where authors tell about how they’re inspired and how they create their characters, choose their settings, and craft their stories.
I was graciously invited to join the tour by author, Katherine Bone, who blogged about her process last Monday on her own blog. Katherine writes fabulous tales featuring swashbuckling characters and unforgettable adventure. Thanks for including me, Katherine!
I’d like to start with a new technique I’ve employed to speed up my writing: plotting. I’m the consummate pantser, which means I write by the seat of my pants, letting my characters drive the story. While I’m still a pantser, and like to allow my stories to unfold naturally, I’ve started – with the help of some author friends - plotting the characters’ backgrounds, motivations and goals in more detail. By knowing the characters better up front, it’s easier for me to write cleaner and faster.
What am I working on? Right now, I’m writing Lashwood, a Victorian historical follow-up to Rakehell. Like most authors I fell completely in love with one of Rakehell’s secondary characters. Lashwood is contracted with Ellora’s Cave and will tell Benedict’s story.
How does my work differ from others of its genre? I love old school Victorian erotica. It’s naughty. It’s not completely PC. My heroines are a blend of feisty femmes and damsels in distress. While they might swoon when swept into the arms of the hero, they’re also very likely to save his life in the end.
Why do I write what I do? I majored in history and very much love how the mores and taboos of past centuries add to the conflict. I love to read historical romance, to be swept away by the settings and costumes (or lack thereof!).
How does your writing process work? I don’t have a set time where I sit down and write. Sometimes, it’s difficult to get a few paragraphs on the page between my two precocious daughters and my glaring of diabolical cats. Usually, I look at images of people (mainly actors and actresses) who inspire the look of my characters. I peruse images of settings, antiques, grand estates, clothing of the period. I collect historical accounts, letters, biographies and stories to enrich my writing. I save all these in a sort of virtual scrapbook to which I will refer many times while writing. My favorite part of my process is creating a unique playlist from my extensive library of soundtrack music.
So, there’s my writing process.
Up next week:
Naima Simone - Shaping the lives of the unique men and women who experience the first, hungry bites of lust, the dizzying heights of passion and the tender, healing heat of love— nothing compares to it. http://NaimaSimone.com
Alexandra Christian - Writer of erotica, paranormal romance, horror, splatterpunk– basically all things dark and sexy. http://lexxxchristian.wordpress.com/
Paisley Smith - Erotic romance author, Paisley Smith, pens steamy lesbian historical, paranormal and contemporary romance for Ellora's Cave, Loose Id, and Cleis Press. http://PaisleySmith.net
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February 17, 2014
Meet My Cat, Sheldon!
My kitten, Sheldon, is being interviewed about what it's like to be a writer's cat by author, Jocelyn Dex, as part of her Meow Monday blog series. Visit her site HERE to see what he's got to say! And if you love sexy paranormal romance, look around Jocelyn's site to see what she's working on now.
December 18, 2013
A New Historical From Debra Glass - Available Now!
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Today, I'm celebrating the release of my new Victorian historical, Rakehell. Can a bad British Lord be redeemed by love?
Lady Primrose Black has a dilemma. Her father-in-law’s dying wish is that she reunite with her estranged husband and produce an heir. She hasn’t laid eyes on Lord Black since their wedding night five years ago, when he left Scarborough Hall in a rage.
Nevertheless, she resolves to find him, knowing once she does she will have to use every method at her disposal to entice the rake she never stopped loving.
Viscount Adam Black harbors dark needs and he will accept no less than his wife’s complete and utter surrender. Each sensual encounter leaves Primrose wanting more but as she submits to her husband’s every decadent desire, she resolves not to lose him again. For the secret that drove Adam away still haunts him. And this time it could prove fatal for them both.
Inside Scoop: This nineteenth-century heroine explores her naughty side in this Victorian romance with BDSM elements.
A Romantica® historical erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave
December 11, 2013
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The Ellora's Cave Caveman Anthology, Flavors of Ecstasy I, is available for FREE December 9 until December 23, wherever EC ebooks are sold!
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Amaryllis Gardner, from one of Boston’s best families, is engaged to Dr. Brendan Bradford. Although wealthy, Brendan has no social status due to his Irish heritage. Amaryllis wonders whether he’s marrying only to achieve social position.
Suspicious of her fiancé’s visit to a supper club/brothel, Amaryllis disguises herself as a French prostitute. They engage in a passionate sexual encounter that leaves both of them desperate for more. Amaryllis soon learns exciting new sexual techniques that thrill Brendan. As their craving for each other intensifies, she fears he desires the wanton prostitute more than his prim fiancée.
Hungry Like A WolfTalya Bosco
Twelve months after the crushing heartbreak of being dumped by Ethan, the gorgeous Alpha werewolf who was the love of her life, Amanda is finally picking up the pieces. But the ties that bind the two lovers are strong, stronger than Ethan’s resolve to stay away. One sizzling touch, one passionate kiss, is all it takes for the insatiable hunger inside each of them to explode into life.
But Ethan has a determined rival, for Amanda’s affection and a whole lot more, and he’ll stop at nothing to win it all.
Resisting ReedKristin Daniels
Are lustful thoughts of your best friend’s son a sinful pleasure or an act of betrayal?
Reed has never hidden from Marilee the decadent passions he wants to share with her. Now that she’s free from her cheating ex-husband, she’s finally able to let her resistance slip and give in to temptation. But when their relationship is exposed during an afternoon of sensual self-discovery, will Marilee lose a treasured friendship, or will she be able to keep it all, including the man she loves?
Extra Sensual PerceptionDebra Glass
When Iris Thompson is asked to use her psychic skills to help solve a string of recent deaths, she’s not surprised when her intuition points to a serial killer, all evidence to the contrary. But she is surprised that, though there have been only three deaths, she psychically intuits four names.
Even more shocking are her erotic trances featuring the handsome fourth man, known only as Peyton. As the images intensify, Iris has precious little time to discover if her extra-sensual perceptions are leading her to a victim—or the man of her dreams.
Having It AllDesiree Holt
When country rock singer Mac Fontana got his big break, he and Daisy Giles celebrated with a long night of fulfilling sex, where they explored each other’s bodies and took their intimacy further than ever before. It seemed as if nothing could ever go wrong. Then Mac broke Daisy’s heart and it was ten years before they saw each other again. Now, in one long night of erotic sex, Mac must prove to Daisy that she can trust him again and that together, they can have it all.
TrappedCindy Spencer Pape
Intergalactic bounty hunters Tabrin Jones and Zeyd Vasari, sometime lovers and continual rivals, are trapped for twenty-four hours in a tiny escape pod. To make matters worse, the atmosphere in the pod has the effect of loosening inhibitions. Amid the marathon sexual experience of a lifetime, will Zeyd also be able to convince Tab that they belong together forever?
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