Eve Langlais's Blog, page 135
December 3, 2014
Interview with an Anti Hero
This interview originally aired over at Paranormal Cravings (a great site for reviews and other reading related things).
Paranormal Cravings: Welcome folks to our interview with known bad boy, Gene, from Eve Langlais, USA Today, bestselling book, Polar Bared.
(Gene sits in his seat glowering at the audience)
Paranormal Cravings: Gene, we are delighted you were able to join us today.
Gene: Well, I’m not. I’m only here because Vicky made me do it.
Paranormal Cravings (laughs): I have a hard time believing anyone can force you to do anything.
Gene: You’re right. No one can. And those that think to try, die. Usually screaming.
Paranormal Cravings: Um, okay. I see you’re living up to your reputation as the bad ass in the romance hero world.
Gene (grimaces): Don’t use that word.
Paranormal Cravings: What word? Hero?
Gene (shifts in his seat, clearly uncomfortable): That’s it. I ain’t no hero. Far from it.
Paranormal Cravings: And yet you’re the main male character in Polar Bared are you not? Usually that makes you the hero of the story.
Gene: I prefer the term anti hero. Or psychopath. Hell, I’ll even settle for villain who sees the bloody light, just don’t compare me to one of those tight and cape wearing idiots who want to save the world.
Paranormal Cravings: What’s wrong with helping people out?
Gene: Nothing. But it doesn’t make a man a hero. People should do things because it’s right, not because of a title.
Paranormal Cravings: Speaking of right, I hear in books one and two of Kodiak Point (which for those out of the loop are called Kodiak’s Claim and Outfoxed by Love), that you did some pretty despicable stuff in the name of revenge.
Gene: I had anger issues.
Paranormal Cravings (arches a brow)
Gene: Big anger issues. I’ve gotten over most of them at this point.
Paranormal Cravings: I hear your catalyst for change was the fact your old army buddies forgave you for your acts and invited you back into their fold.
Gene: Assholes. How is a man supposed to plot revenge when they’re throwing around forgiveness like it’s fucking candy at Halloween.
Paranormal Cravings: Yet our old military buddies aren’t the only reason you gave up a life of villainy. I hear a certain lady played a part.
Gene: Vicky? Yeah. She deserved better than a man on the run. Actually she deserves better than me, but my crazy nerd girl has some funny notions where I’m concerned. Turns out she’s better off with me around, even if it’s dangerous for other folk.
Paranormal Cravings: Dangerous how?
Gene: I have jealousy issues. (He shrugs.) But I’m okay with it. It means I get to hit things.
Paranormal Cravings: I hear you have a special nickname for Vicky. Care to share it?
Gene (wide grin on his face): Pima. Which before you harass me stands for Pain in my Ass.
Paranormal Cravings: Is it true you met by accident when she slammed into you while you were in polar bear form.
Gene: Yup, then immediately fainted. She’s cute that way.
Paranormal Cravings: So now that you’ve settled down, what are you future plans?
Gene: There are still enemies out there looking for me. Scores that need settling. My military brothers and I are dedicated to keeping the clan at Kodiak Point safe.
Paranormal Cravings: What about your plans for Vicky?
Gene (slow, sexy and wicked smile crosses his face): Those are really none of your fucking business, but I will say they involve screaming. And clawing. But, trust me when I say, she won’t be fainting from fright. Although, she might black out from pleasure.
Paranormal Cravings (fans themselves): Oh my. Well, I guess this concludes our rather interesting interview with the um—(looks questioningly at Gene) anti-hero of Polar Bared. Stay tuned for the continuing saga in Kodiak Point with the upcoming stories titled Caribou’s Gift, Wolf’s Capture and Grizzly Love.
What’s a bear to do when a human has a polar-izing effect?
Anti-Hero BIG Bear romance.
December 1, 2014
It’s a Purple Alien Invasion!
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Vhyl is determined to acquire a certain lost artifact, but when he lands on the forbidden barbarian planet known as Earth, he finds more than expected. An attractive human female is in possession of the priceless object, and she’s agreed to hand it over—for a price.
Apparently she doesn’t know of his reputation…or doesn’t care.
Intrigued by her fearless nature—and her luscious cocoa skin—this acquisition expert can’t resist stealing a kiss. But before he can take more, his enemy arrives to stake a claim.
It seems Vhyl isn’t the only one interested in Jilly’s treasure—and Jilly herself. On the run not only from Earth forces but his enemies too, they must fight to survive and evade capture.
However, he can’t escape the effect the human has on him.
In the end, Vhyl has to make a choice—Jilly or the priceless treasure he came for?
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Each book in the Alien Abduction series can be read as a stand alone but for total reader enjoyment, it is recommended you read them in order.
Book 1 – Accidental Abduction
Book 2- Intentional Abduction
Book 3 – Dual Abduction
Book 4 – Mercenary Abduction
Book 5 – Heroic Abduction
Book 6 – Holiday Abduction
Excerpt:
A shiver down her spine warned her someone entered the room, an electric tingle of her senses, which let her know her purple guest had stuck around.
And he wasn’t one to respect personal boundaries.
He pressed in against her back, a large, menacing, yet arousing presence, that made her heart flutter and her nipples tighten.
“Do you mind?” she said a tad breathlessly.
“Mind what?”
She couldn’t help but tense as her entire body woke, aware of Vile in a way she’d never before experienced. “You’re standing too close.”
“And?”
“And it’s rude.” But, most of all, arousing.
“Manners are for the weak,” he stated, inching closer.
She fought not to gasp as his body brushed against hers. “Says who?”
“Says the handbook on mercenary rules that all my kind follow.”
His race had a book on behaving badly? “On Earth, it’s considered disrespectful to ignore someone’s personal space.”
“Excellent.”
“Excuse me?”
“I would hate to think I was tarnishing my reputation.”
“You want to be known as a disrespecting jerk?”
“I prefer the title rule breaker.”
“Well, break the rules somewhere else. You’re making me uncomfortable.” And hot. Much too hot.
“Uncomfortable or aroused? I think you protest because you enjoy my presence too much. So, no. I won’t move away.”
“Because you like annoying me?”
“No, because I’m enjoying the feel of you against me.”
His surprising claim froze her tongue.
“What? No reply?” He chuckled and leaned in even closer, nudging her hair, sending shivers spiking down her spine.
This had gone on long enough. If he wouldn’t move, then she would.
Or not. He slid an arm around her waist, anchoring her against him. He pushed aside the hair covering her ears, and his lips whispered against the lobe, increasing her awareness of him. “I am beginning to think there is more than one treasure in this house.”
Her breath caught at the unexpected compliment. “I’m not an object.”
“Perhaps not, but you are definitely something of worth. I am always looking to add to my collection.”
“You can’t just take me.”
He laughed, the husky rumble somehow arousing, arousing enough that her sex moistened. Unbidden, her eyes closed, and she relaxed against him, mesmerized and curious about where this was going despite herself.
While a part of her—that sounded remarkably like Grandma—shouted at her to get away, another part basked in the male attention.
What woman didn’t want to feel desirable?
What woman could truly say she didn’t enjoy having such a virile male, one who admitted he came from a wider galaxy, think her attractive?
“Don’t challenge me, female. I have a reputation for taking what I want, and right now, I want…” He trailed off, and she held her breath as she waited for his next words. “To know who the frukx is in those vehicles arriving.”
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He’s big, he’s purple and this acquisition specialist wants. And what Vhyl wants, he takes…
November 30, 2014
Hot for the Holidays MEGA Romance Book Sale!
Dec 1 -5
OVER 50 Romance Titles from Today’s Top Selling Authors on MEGA SALE–Some Are Even FREE!
Super Hot Deals and Steals!
November 26, 2014
2 for 1 Sale
Black Friday 2 for 1 Registration Sale
Hey Readers,
I often get emails asking which romance conventions I’m hitting and where. Given RTCOttawa is having a mega Black Friday Sale, I thought I’d send a shout out because I’d love to see some readers pop out for a visit to my hometown of Ottawa. (Did you know Ottawa is only a couple of hours from Watertown and Ogdensburg, New York? And of course, only a few hour drive from Toronto.)
Romancing the Capital might be a Canadian conference, but we Canucks love a good sale (eh!), and there’s no better sales available than the day after the American Thanksgiving.
In celebration of Black Friday, RTCOttawa is offering a ridiculously awesome deal. Register via Paypal for the conference between 12:01 am, November 28th, 2014 until 11:59pm, November 28th, 2014 and get a second registration, FREE.
You read that right. If you purchase a full priced reader registration ticket at $115 CAD, then you’ll receive a second reader registration ticket FREE.
Keep in mind, this sale ONLY applies to purchases made between 12:01 am, November 28th, 2014 until 11:59pm, November 28th, 2014. All sales are final.
Don’t delay. There are only 50 of these special two for one tickets available. So treat yourself and come meet me in Ottawa next spring, April 17th & 18th, 2015.
Some of the awesome things you’ll be doing if you come:
Receive a swag bag packed with goodies upon arrival
Friday night choose between the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party Cosplay and Scavenger Hunt event (offering lots of delicious finger foods) or get your paranormal on with the Rock N’ Howl Sock Hop which features a sit down dinner, music and games.
Saturday night, it’s another sit down dinner followed by a retro eighties dance and fun. Pull out the hairspray, tease those bangs and get ready to hang with your favorite authors.
Book signing event with more than 50 attending authors (including bestsellers like Deborah Bladon, Shannon Mayer, Milly Taiden, S.E. Smith, Opal Carew, Eve Langlais, Robyn Peterman, Victoria Dannan, and many more. Click for a list.)
Fun events and panels Friday and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.
Chat time with authors
And of course door prizes, swag and chances to win great things like gift cards and ereaders?!
Waving from Ottawa,
~ Eve Langlais, the crazy coordinator and also attending author 
November 23, 2014
For my last kiss of Christmas, my true love gave to me…
Presenting:
Caribou’s Gift
Part of the Kodiak Clan Series
Written by
Eve Langlais
Damn it, a man had his pride and a caribou a certain majestic presence, all of which could wind up ruined if he abased himself to play a simple-minded reindeer in the town’s Christmas parade.No way was he wearing damned tinsel in his antlers.Like hell was he sporting a red nose and pulling a sleigh.
But he changes his mind when he meets the woman in charge of the event.
Single mom, Crystal, is doing her best to offer her daughter the best Christmas ever. It’s their first in Kodiak’s Point, and she’s not about to let some vain jerk ruin it for her little girl.
If playing dirty is what it takes…then bring on the Christmas games.
As Crystal and Kyle butt heads—and lips—they discover more than goodwill this holiday season. They’re gifted with a second chance at love.
Dying to get your hands on this awesome story, then get your copy of Kiss of Christmas Magic, a 99cent anthology with 20 new stories by some of today’s hottest paranormal stars.
November 22, 2014
For my 19th Kiss of Christmas, my true love gave to me…
Presenting:
Breaking the Stag
Written by
Jessica Ryan
Celeste is alone and trying to pick up the pieces of her life when she meets a mysterious and sexy stranger who has been there her entire life.
Dying to get your hands on this awesome story, then get your copy of Kiss of Christmas Magic, a 99cent anthology with 20 new stories by some of today’s hottest paranormal stars.
November 21, 2014
For my 18th Kiss of Christmas, my true love gave to me…
Presenting:
Witches Shall Rise
Written by
Terah Edun
Witch. Daughter. Queen. Katherine is a witch with a problem, the holidays have come up, and she knows bad blood with the fae shall rise.
Dying to get your hands on this awesome story, then get your copy of Kiss of Christmas Magic, a 99cent anthology with 20 new stories by some of today’s hottest paranormal stars.
November 20, 2014
For my 17th Kiss of Christmas, my true love gave to me…
Presenting:
Dangerous Distractions
Written by
Lola St. Vil
An angelic proposal goes awry in a most unexpected way.
Dying to get your hands on this awesome story, then get your copy of Kiss of Christmas Magic, a 99cent anthology with 20 new stories by some of today’s hottest paranormal stars.
November 19, 2014
For my 16th Kiss of Christmas, my true love gave to me…
Presenting:
Lost in Winter
Written by
Viola Rivard
Lost in the snow-locked mountains with her niece, a young woman finds hope in a handsome, enigmatic bear shifter.
Dying to get your hands on this awesome story, then get your copy of Kiss of Christmas Magic, a 99cent anthology with 20 new stories by some of today’s hottest paranormal stars.
November 18, 2014
For my 15th Kiss of Christmas, my true love gave to me…
Presenting:
Lords of Misrule (Part One)
Part of the Lords of Misrule Series
Written by
J.S. Hope
Reporter Alessandra “Alex” Donati is in Venice chasing the story of her career. While the city prepares for the Christmas festivities, Alex is hot on the trail of a group that celebrates a much older – and much darker – festival, one that offers sex and sacrifice in exchange for power and wealth.
Alex is smart. She’s going into this with open eyes. She thinks she can handle anything the city and its ancient rites throw at her, including gorgeous cult leader Sebastian Assante, but she’s wrong. As the lines between fantasy and reality blur she finds herself caught up in the passion and excess of the Saturnalia Festival, and she loves it. The attention is thrilling. The heat and lust of the rites dizzying, and the hunger of the revelers intoxicating…but when the masks come off what lies beneath is terrifying.
Dying to get your hands on this awesome story, then get your copy of Kiss of Christmas Magic, a 99cent anthology with 20 new stories by some of today’s hottest paranormal stars.
