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Happy Holidays!

I hope you all have a fabulous holiday and Merry Christmas. May all your holiday dreams come true and you have a wonderful New Years! I appreciate every one of you who have supported me in my writerly dreams this past year, and especially my readers who have taken their precious time to escape into my worlds of fiction. I'll see you all on the flipside in 2014!

New Release: Wicked Paradise (Special Intro Price)

Today’s my official release date for WICKED PARADISE! Join me in celebrating!

Wicked Paradise is available now at a special
eBook introductory price of $.99!

Title:  WICKED PARADISEAuthor:  Erin RichardsGenre:  Fantasy/Paranormal RomanceRelease Date: December 1, 2013Format: eBook & print (coming soon)

He must defy duty to have her . . . on an island that would possess them both.
After a deadly storm tosses demon assassin Ryan O'Rourke into the Pacific Ocean, he washes ashore onto an unchartered island thriving with magic and evil. Ryan's hell-bent on returning to California’s wasteland to battle the resurrected Fomorian demons plaguing the dwindling human race. But when he stumbles across the enchantress who tantalizes his dreams to the point of madness, his plans unravel. She stirs in him a hunger that puts his life’s purpose at risk . . . forcing him to dare the unthinkable and choose between duty and desire.
Morgan of the Druids, a powerful sorceress from medieval times, has magic coveted by both good and evil. Desperate to save a future post-apocalyptic world, sorcerers send Morgan through time to an island paradise to kill the long-imprisoned demon responsible for Earth’s devastation. Only Morgan contains the perfect blend of magic and a bond to the fiercest demon assassin of the 21st century to destroy the demon . . . a bond as lethal as it is desirable to the dangerous man intruding upon her dreams.
With the demon lurking behind every tree, Morgan and Ryan will risk it all—even each other—in a perilous and shocking race to save the last humans on Earth.
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"Full of adventure, romance and two wonderfully heroic characters. The descriptions of the island are beautiful and the passion between Morgan and Ryan leaves you turning the pages to see if they can finally come together. The interaction with the Demon at times leaves you breathless. A great book." ~Paranormal Romance Guild
"Wicked Paradise is a delightful read. It combines the sensual intensity of pre-destined lovers, time-travel, and a battle against insidious evil in an undeniably poignant attempt." ~Mama Mia of Mama Kitty Reviews“Full of vivid imagery and an amazing plot, Wicked Paradise is a gem in the fantasy romance genre. The plot was interesting and complex. Well woven and believable. Nicely done. Here’s hoping to a sequel. Soon. I can’t wait to visit with these characters soon.” ~Long & Short Reviews
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Book Release & Giveaway: CHAIN OF ILLUSIONS

My love of demon books just increased my TBR list by one today! Read all about CHAIN OF ILLUSIONS by Boone Brux and learn what her top five paranormal characters are! Be sure to enter her giveaway at the end of the post. Boone is giving away a $25 Amazon gift card. A perfect holiday gift for you or the book lover on your shopping list!

Title:  Chain of IllusionsAuthor:  Boone BruxGenre:  Paranormal RomancePublisher:  Entangled Publishing / MacmillanImprint:  SelectRelease Date:  November 26, 2013Format:  Paperback and eBook
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Back Cover BlurbRell has lived in the Shadow World for thirteen years as a Demon Bane, the formerly vivacious young woman now the demonic enemy of the immortal Bringers. But when she is given the chance to become human again—and a full-powered Bringer—Rell isn’t sure if it’s better to be a demon in the Shadow World or to risk her life for her humanity.
For two years, Siban had been tortured in the Bane prison, only to fall in love with the beautiful demon who helped him escape. Tormented by the thought of never seeing her again, he maintains a life of solitude. So, when Rell’s human body is rescued from the Shadow World, he will do anything to be with her—even if it means challenging death to become a Bringer, too.
But once their Bringer transformations and training are completed, Siban and Rell must join a mission to go deep in the Shadow World to rescue others trapped by the Demon Bane King. And what they discover destroys everything they knew about the Demon Bane. The lovers must learn to trust themselves, each other, and their new powers if they’re going to make it out alive.
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My Top Five Paranormal Charactersby Boone Brux 

Paranormal, I love it, in theory. If I had to face some of these characters in real life, I might not be so enamored. But as a reader and a writer of paranormal I think the strange and awesome powers of these characters make for fantastic tales. So here are my top favorite.Reapers: I love the concept of helping others to cross over. Depending on what story you’re reading, reapers can be funny, sassy twenty-something females, or truly terrifying angels of death.Demons: Don’t ask me why I love them so. I think for the same reason I love reapers. The thought of a demon trying to repent while his or her comrades feel differently catches my attention every time.Angels: Sexy angels are a major turn on. But I would have to ask myself, would I allow one of them to give up his immortal soul for me? The reality would be that the issue would never come up. Their calling is probably much higher than a lifetime putting up with my crap—but it’s a nice fantasy.Dragons: I want one for a pet and I want to be able to shift into one. But if I had one for a pet it would have to be small. I have enough trouble cleaning up the dog poop in my yard. I can’t imagine having to scoop up Volkswagen size piles—unless it had magical powers and I could sell it to the local farmers. I feel a storyline coming on.Last but not least, I really enjoy a good familiar. Animals that don’t shift, but have some connection to humans make for great secondary characters. My familiar of choice would be a raven.  Not only could they bring me shiny objects, but they’re freakin’ cool and smart. If I was a reaper with a raven familiar, that would be the best of both worlds.So there you have my top five paranormal characters—or creatures if you will. What is your favorite paranormal character? Vampire? Fae? Weremoose? Thankfully in today’s paranormal stories anything goes.  
About the Author

Boone Brux’s writing drips with experiences from real life. Addicted to anything that might make a good story, she weaves tales ranging from dark fantasy to humorous romance. Settled in the icy regions of Alaska with the love of her life and twin daughters, it’s not uncommon to find her tapping away on her iPad on a windy beach or the barren tundra. Be warned, everyone is fodder for one of Boone’s novels.
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Happy Thanksgiving!

Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving day and long weekend!

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Cover Reveal: Wicked Paradise

Drum roll, please! Here’s the new cover of Wicked Paradise! It will be released on December 9, at a special introductory price of $.99! Wicked Paradise will appeal to those who like new adult and adult paranormal romance.

Cover design by Kim Killion of Hot Damn DesignsHe must defy duty to have her . . . on an island that would possess them both.
After a deadly storm tosses demon assassin Ryan O'Rourke into the Pacific Ocean, he washes ashore onto an unchartered island thriving with magic and evil. Ryan's hell-bent on returning to California’s wasteland to battle the resurrected Fomorian demons plaguing the dwindling human race. But when he stumbles across the enchantress who tantalizes his dreams to the point of madness, his plans unravel. She stirs in him a hunger that puts his life’s purpose at risk . . . forcing him to dare the unthinkable and choose between duty and desire.
Morgan of the Druids, a powerful sorceress from medieval times, has magic coveted by both good and evil. Desperate to save a future post-apocalyptic world, sorcerers send Morgan through time to an island paradise to kill the long-imprisoned demon responsible for Earth’s devastation. Only Morgan contains the perfect blend of magic and a bond to the fiercest demon assassin of the 21st century to destroy the demon . . . a bond as lethal as it is desirable to the dangerous man intruding upon her dreams.
With the demon lurking behind every tree, Morgan and Ryan will risk it all--even each other--in a perilous and shocking race to save the last humans on Earth.

Cover Reveals: DYED AND GONE and A SHOT OF RED (Entangled Publishing)

I have a couple of awesome mystery/suspense cover reveals for you from Entangled Publishing! Love both the covers and can't wait to read them! 

Tracy March is giving away an Amazon/Barnes and Noble (winner’s choice) gift card worth $10 during this reveal. See Rafflecopter link below.

Title: Dyed and Gone by Beth YarnallGenre: Cozy MysteryLength: 400 pages ISBN-13: 9781622661237On-Sale Date: March 25, 2014Imprint: Entangled Select
Book Description 

Hairstylist Azalea March is looking forward to a wild weekend in Las Vegas with her friends. Oh, sure, they’re supposed to be there on business, attending the biggest hair show on the west coast, but that doesn’t mean they can’t have a little fun.
But fun quickly turns to drama. On the first morning of the show, Dhane, the biggest celeb of the hair-styling world, is found dead. As it turns out Azalea’s friend, Vivian, not only knew Dhane, but the tale she weaves of how they met is faker than a showgirl’s uh... assets. When Vivian confesses to the murder and is arrested, Azalea knows there’s no way she could have done it and suspects Vivian may be trying to protect someone. But who?
Azalea now has to convince Alex, the sexy detective from her past, to help her prove Vivian’s innocence and comb through clues more twisted than a spiral perm. But the truth is stranger than anything found on the Las Vegas Strip, and proving Vivian’s innocence turns out to be more difficult than transforming a brunette into a blonde.
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About Beth Yarnall

Beth Yarnall writes romantic suspense, mysteries and the occasional hilarious blog post. A storyteller since her playground days, Beth remembers her friends asking her to make up stories of how the person 'died' in the slumber party game Light as a Feather, Stiff as a Board, so it's little wonder she prefers writing stories in which people meet unfortunate ends. In middle school she discovered romance novels, which inspired her to write a spoof of soap operas for the school's newspaper. She hasn't stopped writing since.

For a number of years, Beth made her living as a hairstylist and makeup artist and co-owned a salon with her very best friend. Somehow hairstylists and salons always seem to find their way into her stories. Beth lives deep in the heart of 'The O.C.', California with her husband, two sons, and their dog where she is hard at work on her next novel. For more information about Beth and her stories, please visit her website: www.bethyarnall.com
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Title:  A Shot of Red by Tracy MarchGenre: Romantic Mystery/SuspenseLength: 400 pages ISBN-13: 9781622661251On-Sale Date: April 22, 2014Imprint: Entangled Select
Book Description                                                                        After fleeing DC following a one-night stand that had her reeling, biotech company heiress Mia Moncure has thrived working with a humanitarian aid team administering vaccines in Haiti. When the United States is threatened with a flu epidemic, Mia’s grandmother demands her return to unveil a new flu vaccine for Moncure Therapeutics. She arrives to find that her ex-boyfriend, the company’s PR Director, has died in a suspicious accident in Switzerland that Mia soon suspects was murder.
Pre-Order Links Award-winning author Tracy March writes romantic thrillers influenced by her career in the pharmaceutical field, and her interest in science and politics. She also writes lighthearted romances inspired by her real-life happily ever after.
Always up for travel and adventure, Tracy has flown in a stunt plane, snowmobiled on the Continental Divide, ziplined in the Swiss Alps, and been chased by a bull in the mountains of St. Lucia. She loves Nationals baseball, Saturday date nights, and Dairy Queen Blizzards—and rarely goes a day without Diet Coke and Cheez-Its.
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Review: FINDING JORDIE

Title:  Finding Jordie
Author:  H.J. Harley
Series:  The Jordan Spagnato Series, Book 1Genre:  Romantic SuspensePublisher:  ePublishing Works!Release Date:  September 29, 2013Format:  eBook; print
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  Back Cover Blurb:
A widow of eight years, Jordie is devoted to her daughter and knows how to protect her own heart... until Nathan Harper lends a hand when she's punched by a drunkard being forcefully removed from her NYC East Village bar.

Nathan is fascinated by the sassy bar owner, who doesn't recognize him from the Silver Screen and who appears more interested in conversation than sex.

But when shared words spark mutual passion, the menacing phone calls begin, and a stalker, who will stop at nothing to have Jordie, turns his crosshairs on Nathan.

Contains adult language.
My Review:
FINDING JORDIE starts off with a bang and never lets up. It’s so much more than just a romance. It’s gritty and real, romantic and suspenseful. Tough chick, bar-owner Jordie and her gal pal Rachel are an absolute blast (I would love to read a story about Rachel…hint, hint!). They’re outspoken, brash, and real with one another, just like best friends should be. While I’m not a huge fan of books with children, the relationship between Jordie and her smart, sassy daughter was so endearing and fun that I loved them together!
Then enter mysterious and hot Nathan when Jordie least expects it. Jordie’s life suddenly heats up in more ways than one. While they both have baggage (who doesn’t) there’s instant chemistry and you feel every nuance of it. As heat ratchets up between them, the suspense kicks in as a stalker targets first Jordie, then Nathan and they never know what’s coming. The ending will leave you breathless.
Ms. Harley has a fantastic voice and deftly spins a fun and romantic story with excellent characterization throughout. FINDING JORDIE is unexpectedly written in first person POV (which I LOVED) so you really get inside Jordie’s head. You’ll laugh, cry, and scream with Jordie until the last page. I can’t wait to read the sequel and see what’s up next for Jordie and Nathan. I highly recommend FINDING JORDIE.
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What's on Your Keeper Shelf?

I'm not sure if I mentioned this yet, but I'm now part of a lovely group of authors we call The Keeper Shelf. We've come together for our love of books, not just for reading, but writing them. First and foremost, we came together from our love of romance novels. Yet, we write all kinds of stories from young adult, to new adult, to historical, contemporary, paranormal, suspense romance, SF&F, and even non-fiction. We're scattered across the globe in the United States, Australia and even New Zealand.


I'm honored to be part of this fantastic group of authors and I hope you'll share in our endeavor.  We're planning all kinds of goodies for you, from our insightful and fun blog posts, book reviews, giveaways, guest posts, book and cover releases. We'd love it if you follow our blog, like us on Facebook, and stalk us on Twitter! Tell us what's on your keeper shelf.

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My first post on The Keeper Shelf blog runs today. The Inspiration Behind Vigilante Nights.

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