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March 21, 2016
Black as Obsidian (Karma's Witches Book 9)
A few years ago, two authors and I decided to write a shared world...the world of Karma's Witches.
Elizabeth A Reeves, Lanie Jordan and I wrote the first three, and since then, Elizabeth and I have been doing one after the other. (Stay tuned--we will be welcoming a new author to the world soon!)
I uploaded book 9 in the series, Black as Obsidian a week or so ago. It's hard to believe there are already nine books in this world.
I've had a blast writing the series, despite the cliffhanger complaints :D Since so many readers don't like cliffhangers, though, I will be including the first chapter of the next in the series if I do have a cliffhanger.
Our original tagline, if you remember the first three books, was "Three Sisters...One Shared Destiny". Of course, that was before we introduced three brothers to the mix!
Steele, Flint and Ian all demanded their own stories.
Elizabeth is writing Flint, and currently, I'm writing Steele and Obsidian (Ian)
Hard as Flint
Sharp as Steele
Karma Steele
Black as Obsidian
The series is going to continue, for those that have enjoyed it--with new characters--all sisters and/or brothers, of course!
Here's a short teaser from Black as Obsidian, available now for pre-order on Amazon.
Available here:
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Chapter One
Ian
I couldn’t put those that I loved in danger. The problem, of course, is that I really didn’t have the first clue as to how to get my body back. My life back.
Giving up just wasn’t an option. Those I loved were at too big of a risk. Hell, we all knew that Royal wasn’t going to stop with just taking my body. He wanted powers. As many as he could get his hands on. I had little doubt that he’d go after the poor woman I’d pulled into this mess, Summer Daize. I prayed that Steele could keep her safe.
If I was any judge on my brother, and I considered myself to be, I had little doubt that he’d keep a close eye on her. A blind man—or one on the astral plane—could tell that he had the hots for her.
Perhaps something good would come out of this—were they to get together.
I shook my head to clear it. I needed to keep my mind on the issues at hand—like how to get my damn body back.
Sensing Royal close is becoming easier. I feel him. He’s very, very close. I lingered about a block away from Steele’s house. So, that meant that Royal—my evil father, heaven help me—was that close to all those that I loved.
He would not get away with destroying even one more person. Not one. No more babies left motherless—not if I could help it. I was determined that I would get him if it was the last thing I ever did.
The problem now, though, is that if I can sense him this easily—it’s very probable that he can sense me too. At least if I’m close to him, that is.
I needed to get away from Karma. As far as I could get in this form. With no active powers, though, traveling might be a bit difficult.
When he’d taken my body, I’d simply floated for a while. I’d had no real sense of time. But once I’d found my way back—somewhat—I was much more aware of what was going on around me.
Perhaps I could go to the truck stop near the freeway and travel unseen by the driver to get away from here. With any luck, Royal would leave the others alone if he could no longer sense me.
Decision made, I started walking. This was the only thing to do, I told myself. There were no other options. I had to plan—and I couldn’t do that here in Karma.
After a block, I felt him—Royal—and he was close. Too close. A sudden surge of rage filled me and I clenched my fists.
He was coming for me.
Let the best man win, I thought, just as the black swirling mass enveloped me.
February 5, 2016
Valentine Pets and Kisses... Dear Cupid...
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February 3, 2016
Valentine Pets and Kisses
Available Now! Release date February 2nd. FOURTEEN ALL-NEW, SWEET VALENTINE ROMANCES
Candy and canines. Flowers and felines. Celebrate this Valentine's Day with your sweethearts of the human and fuzzy varieties!
Nothing is more heart-warming than kisses from the pet who adores you and the man who loves you, so snuggle up with VALENTINE PETS & KISSES — an anthology of fourteen sweet romances from USA Today bestselling and award-winning authors — and strike the perfect mood for moonlit walks and candlelight dinners with your pet and sweetheart.
Valentine Hound Dog — Rachelle Ayala
A fashion designer and her basset hound puppy convince a burned ex-firefighter that beauty is never skin deep and neither is love.
The Crazy Girl’s Handbook — DelSheree Gladden
Watching her nephews was supposed to be a fun and relaxing weekend for Greenly, not a never ending disaster all witnessed by the best blind date she ever stood up.
The Vet’s Valentine Gift — J.L. Campbell
A veterinarian is caught between his job, an ex, a menagerie and love. Can a little Cupid fix things by Valentine’s Day?
Her Perfect Catch — K.L. Brady
Years of faithful dog-sitting pays sweet dividends when a struggling sports writer scores tickets to the Super Bowl and encounters her favorite football player.
Inflamed — Jade Kerrion
A firefighter running from his past convinces a hard-luck single mother to believe in happy endings.
Remember When — Hope Welsh
Laura and Brent really tried to make their marriage work, but in the end, it just wasn't meant to be—or was it?
Your Biggest Fan? — Sydney Aaliyah Michelle
Snowed in with the man of her dreams, a football fan and her dog find love.
The Feline Fix — Caroline Bell Foster
A scientist questions her cat’s loyalty when it comes to love and a hunky policeman.
Trembling Hearts — Suzette Riddick
A daring young woman crashes into the life of a disfigured recluse and his pooch. Can love be far behind?
Valentino, Be Mine — Tina D.C. Hayes
Sparks fly when two people who can’t stand each other wind up dog-sitting a rambunctious little Yorkie that needs a new home.
Lost and Found — Jeanne Bannon
Stuck with her ex’s puppy, a high school English teacher meets a new man but will a series of unfortunate events keep them apart?
Surviving San Francisco — Susan Oloier
A small town girl survives San Francisco after she hits a cat and falls for a handsome veterinarian.
19 Ivy Lane — Aubrey Wynne
A mysterious woman and her cat befriend a postman and set tongues wagging on Ivy Lane. But when he delivers a long-awaited letter, will his heart be “returned to sender?”
Three Plus Three — Cindy Flores Martinez
A grieving widow and her beloved doggie meet a handsome widower the day before Valentine’s Day.
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February 2, 2016
Valentine's Pets and Kisses is LIVE today!
Count 'em. Fourteen amazing stories of love, just in time for Valentine's Day--and only 99 cents! A great deal, right?
You can purchase the book here: http://amzn.to/1KUtLHI I've got one story in this anthology: Remember When. Laura and Brent really tried to make their marriage work, but in the end, it just wasn't meant to be. Or was it? When they are trapped and hunted by a killer on a Search and Rescue mission, will they get a second chance?
http://www.fkbt.com/ is a great place to find discount and free books. Be sure to check them out and sign up for thier mailing list on great deals.
December 18, 2015
Valentine's Pets and Kisses! (Only 99 cents on pre-order)
Available for Pre-order now! Release date February 2nd. FOURTEEN ALL-NEW, SWEET VALENTINE ROMANCESPurchase Links: Kindle US Kindle UK Kobo Google Play Apple iBooksCandy and canines. Flowers and felines. Celebrate this Valentine's Day with your sweethearts of the human and fuzzy varieties! Nothing is more heart-warming than kisses from the pet who adores you and the man who loves you, so snuggle up with VALENTINE PETS & KISSES — an anthology of fourteen sweet romances from USA Today bestselling and award-winning authors — and strike the perfect mood for moonlit walks and candlelight dinners with your pet and sweetheart.
Valentine Hound Dog — Rachelle Ayala A fashion designer and her basset hound puppy convince a burned ex-firefighter that beauty is never skin deep and neither is love. The Crazy Girl’s Handbook — DelSheree Gladden Watching her nephews was supposed to be a fun and relaxing weekend for Greenly, not a never ending disaster all witnessed by the best blind date she ever stood up. The Vet’s Valentine Gift — J.L. Campbell A veterinarian is caught between his job, an ex, a menagerie and love. Can a little Cupid fix things by Valentine’s Day? Her Perfect Catch — K.L. Brady Years of faithful dog-sitting pays sweet dividends when a struggling sports writer scores tickets to the Super Bowl and encounters her favorite football player.
Inflamed — Jade Kerrion A firefighter running from his past convinces a hard-luck single mother to believe in happy endings. Remember When — Hope Welsh Laura and Brent really tried to make their marriage work, but in the end, it just wasn't meant to be—or was it? Your Biggest Fan? — Sydney Aaliyah Michelle Snowed in with the man of her dreams, a football fan and her dog find love. The Feline Fix — Caroline Bell Foster A scientist questions her cat’s loyalty when it comes to love and a hunky policeman.
Trembling Hearts — Suzette Riddick A daring young woman crashes into the life of a disfigured recluse and his pooch. Can love be far behind? Valentino, Be Mine — Tina D.C. Hayes Sparks fly when two people who can’t stand each other wind up dog-sitting a rambunctious little Yorkie that needs a new home. Lost and Found — Jeanne Bannon Stuck with her ex’s puppy, a high school English teacher meets a new man but will a series of unfortunate events keep them apart? Surviving San Francisco — Susan Oloier A small town girl survives San Francisco after she hits a cat and falls for a handsome veterinarian.
19 Ivy Lane — Aubrey Wynne A mysterious woman and her cat befriend a postman and set tongues wagging on Ivy Lane. But when he delivers a long-awaited letter, will his heart be “returned to sender?” Three Plus Three — Cindy Flores Martinez A grieving widow and her beloved doggie meet a handsome widower the day before Valentine’s Day. Purchase Links: Kindle US Kindle UK Kobo Google Play Apple iBooks Reviews: Goodreads Pre-order special! Email hopewelshwrites@gmil.com with your pre-order receipt and get a FREE copy of my Christmas Story Anthology, A Little Christmas Magic: The Box (complete with two other free bonus short-stories) right away! Don't delay, this deal only good for a limited time! (Or choose a copy of Remember When, my contribution to this anthology, instead) Contact Hope here: hopewelshwrites@gmail.com
November 30, 2015
Woodland Creek Series!
November 15, 2015
Storm Watch (Woodland Creek Series) is LIVE!
My contribution has a sexy ex-SEAL that discovers his whole life turned upside down when he agrees to search for a missing woman. Is there more to the story than the boyfriend claims? Storm Reynolds is on the run for her life...will Luke Steele be her salvation, or will he lead the killer right to her?
Available NOW on Amazon! http://amzn.to/1X1dxSI
September 28, 2015
Retiring
September 6, 2015
Books 5 & 6 in Karma's Witches are Out Now!
I also have a new one releasing next month in the Karma World, Sharp as Steele
I have lots more happening this year, so stay tuned!
August 13, 2015
Guest Blog by Ashe Barker Talking About Her New Book!
Hi Hope and thank you for inviting me over today to share a little about my latest release, A Scandalous Arrangement.
The heroine of the story, Victoria, runs a woollen mill in Yorkshire so is used to holding her own as a woman in a man’s world. She took over the mill when her father died, but was not brought up or educated with that career in mind. She had the typical gentlewoman’s upbringing of her time – needlework, a little French perhaps, poetry, water colours. Maybe that’s why she is so insistent on offering a good education to the daughters of her workers as well as their sons. Like many philanthropic Victorians she runs a school, attached to her mill. Her pupils do well, some of them even going on to secondary education, almost unheard of among the working classes of her day. But Victoria is used to making her own rules. Until Adam Luke comes along of course. Then she has to learn to obey.
Here’s the blurb…
After a foolish wager costs her brother ownership of the weaving mill in Yorkshire which provides her income, Victoria Wynne is left with no choice but to confront the man who took the bet and seek to dissuade him from claiming his prize. Unfortunately for her, that man turns out to be Adam Luke, an experienced, ambitious entrepreneur who is intent on keeping what he won.
Upon meeting her, Adam is enchanted by Victoria’s beauty and charm as well as her nerve and self-reliance. Adam is a man of singular tastes, and when Victoria asks to manage the mill in return for a share of the profits, he offers her a bold proposal of his own. She will continue to run the mill as she has for years, but in return for a substantially larger portion of the profits she will also serve at his beck and call behind closed doors, submitting to him in any way he desires.
Wanting to earn enough money to buy back the mill as quickly as possible—and with some part of her shamefully aroused by the thought of kneeling naked at Adam’s feet—Victoria accepts his terms. But submission initially proves difficult for a woman used to running her own affairs, and soon enough she finds herself bare-bottomed over his knee for a firm lesson in obedience.
Adam’s plans for Victoria run much deeper than just an occasional spanking. She will be stripped naked, bound, and teased until she is aching for release, and then at last he will take her long and hard. As Adam continues to train her, teaching her to yield to his mastery while bringing her more pleasure than she ever thought possible, Victoria cannot help falling for him. But can a lifelong bond truly emerge from such a scandalous arrangement?
Publisher’s Note: A Scandalous Arrangement is an erotic romance novel that includes spankings, sexual scenes, anal play, elements of BDSM, and more. If such material offends you, please don’t buy this book.
And now, an excerpt from A Scandalous Arrangement. Victoria is explaining to Adam her ideas about educating working class children.
"What is that building? The one close to the gate into the mill yard?" Adam pointed to the long, single-story structure across the cobbled courtyard.
"That is our school. It was founded by my father."
"A school? Is there no educational facility available in the town then?" He admired the fine set of Victoria's jaw as he questioned her. He had enjoyed his tour of the premises and had learned as much about the woman who ran it as he had about the intricate process of weaving fine cloth. It was clear to him that she took immense pride in Wynne's Weaving Mill, and there was no inch of the building unknown to her, no worker whose name she did not have ready, at the tip of her tongue. Neither was there any aspect of their manufacturing process unfamiliar to her. She knew it all, in intimate detail.
His cock hardened on that last thought as he considered the details of her delightful form. He would learn the finer points of her body too. Soon.
Victoria smiled at him, her satisfaction apparent. "There is. An elementary school caters for children up to the age of twelve, though many leave earlier than that to take up employment. I do not employ anyone under thirteen, and then rarely. I prefer my workers to be at least fifteen years old. They are less accident prone."
"I see. So, the school...?"
"The children of my workers are offered places here, after they leave elementary school. They continue to study until they are of an age to enter my mill."
"This sounds most laudable, But expensive, surely."
"A literate, educated workforce is a profitable one. And loyal. We have fewer accidents, as I mentioned, and my machinery is well-maintained. There is less wastage, so my costs are lower. My workers appreciate the benefits of our school, they want a good education for their children, and I provide it. They know I need to make money to pay for their additional benefits so they work hard. They have a stake in Wynne's too."
"There are other benefits to working here then, apart from the school?"
"Yes. As well as the two teachers we employ, we have a doctor, a dentist, and a lawyer. They practice in the town itself, but their services are offered free to Wynne's workers and their families."
"I see. You pay these professionals a retainer, I assume."
"No. I paid for their training. The most able and gifted children in our school are encouraged not to work in the mill. Instead Wynne's will fund their secondary education, and if they continue to do well, their university studies too. Once they qualify in their chosen profession they are expected to return to Hebden Bridge and repay my investment as I have described. Talent and hard work are rewarded here, Mr Luke, and my mill thrives as a result."
"What if the beneficiaries of your largess do not choose to return here? You could not compel them, surely?"
"I accept that is a possibility, but none has ever abused the system. Our doctor is the son of one of my over-lookers, and the lawyer, Herbert Fuller, lives with his mother in one of our cottages. She is a fine seamstress. I have mechanics who have been trained as engineers, and a very promising young book keeper. All have come through my little school. We grow our own, Mr Luke."
"Adam, please. Your philanthropy is not unique, but it is unusual. And it appears to work. Your financial results speak for themselves. I applaud your vision, Victoria."
"Thank you. Is there anything else you wish to see?"
"No, I think I am satisfied. For now."
"Good. In that case, I will return to my work. I have much to finish this afternoon. Are you taking the train back to London today?"
"No, I intend to remain here overnight."
"I see. In that case would you like me to summon a carriage to take you to your hotel? You will be staying at the White Lion, I presume."
"Why would I do that when I have perfectly fine house in the vicinity? Twelve bedrooms no less?"
He enjoyed her perplexed expression almost as much as he had her outrage earlier. "But, that is my home. My family are there. My mother."
"I know that. I am looking forward to making their acquaintance."
"You said I could have the house back."
"I did, and I will be as good as my word. But for now, Wynne House belongs to me and I wish to enjoy its comforts. Shall we go?" He offered her his elbow.
"This is impossible, quite improper."
"Improper? Oh Victoria, I look forward to re-educating you as to the concept of what constitutes improper behaviour. I assure you, your parameters will shift."
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More about me:
I’ve been an avid reader of fiction for many years, erotic and other genres. I still love reading, the hotter the better. But now I have a good excuse for my guilty pleasure – research.
I tend to draw on my own experience to lend colour, detail and realism to my plots and characters. An incident here, a chance remark there, a bizarre event or quirky character, any of these can spark a story idea.
When not writing – which is not very often these days - my time is divided between my role as resident taxi driver for my teenage daughter, and caring for a menagerie of dogs, rabbits, tortoises. And a very grumpy cockatiel.
I have twenty four (at the last count) titles on general release with publishers on both sides of the Atlantic, and I have several more in the pipeline. All my books feature BDSM. I write explicit stories, always hot, but they offer far more than just sizzling sex. I like to read about complex characters, and compelling plots, so that’s what I write too. Strong, demanding Doms are a given, often paired with new submissives who have a lot to learn.
I have a pile of story ideas still to work through, and keep thinking of new ones at the most unlikely moments, so you can expect to see a lot more from me.
I love to hear from readers. You can find me on my blog, and on the Totally Bound site. I’m on Facebook, and twitterand now on Tsu as well. I’m on Pinteresttoo, and Goodreads
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