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May 25, 2015
Hard to Let Go Release Event Sign-Ups!
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Host the Release Day Launch Events on June 30 and July 2 ~ Sign up here!
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And don’t forget that if you pre-order the book, you can get a bonus Hard Ink short story (U.S./Canada)! Submit your pre-order information here!
Thanks for reading!
Laura
May 18, 2015
This Wedding is Doomed So Let Them Eat Cake Release Day Celebration and Giveaway
What happens when the best man has to choose between love or his loyalty to the groom? That’s the question faced by sexy and smooth-talking Blake Quinlan in Sex, Lies & Karmic Catastrophes when our hero sent on a zany mission to keep the wedding singer from spilling a secret, only to discover she’s the woman of his dreams.
Why did I write it? First, because I got the chance to work with three of my favorite authors in the world: Shawntelle Madison, Amanda Berry & Jeannie Lin. Second, because my own wedding was a bit of a beautiful disaster, complete with sprained ankles, quarreling groomsmen and bridesmaids, unexpected strippers, and lots of other bloopers that we laugh about now.
I learned that if you’re not careful, you can miss out on the love of a lifetime while getting caught up in the perfectionism of a single moment…so to win a prize, tell me about the worst wedding you’ve ever been to. What went wrong and why?
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You are cordially invited to the event of the season, the release of THIS WEDDING IS DOOMED, a continuity by Stephanie Draven, Jeannie Lin, Shawntelle Madison, and Amanda Berry. In these stories of matrimonial madness, unexpected couples find their happily ever after at a wedding that’s counting down to disaster…
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And what’s a wedding without cake? In not-so-subtle thievery of Tessa Dare’s cake extravaganza for SAY YES TO THE MARQUESS, we are offering cakes to four lucky guests. Tiramisu, to be specific, in honor of the bride Tessa’s favorite cake.
(I just noticed our bride has the same name as Tessa Dare….that is completely coincidental, by the way.)
But how to deliver a cake intact to its final destination? Voila! Tiramisu cake jars. Adorable and delicious and no plate needed. (The jars will only be delivered in the continental US. International winners can designate a recipient in the US.)
And because there’s always tiramisu left over, you also get a mini wedding favor version.
Use the Rafflecopter to enter the giveaway. Each of the four participating blogs will give away one of the cakes, so visit all of the blogs for more chances to win. Plus you’ll get to hear from the other authors of the Doomed Wedding foursome.
Participating blogs:
The Ruby-Slippered Sisterhood
Barbara Vey
Laura Kaye
Bria Quinlan
Thanks for reading!
Laura
May 11, 2015
Check out these hot Hard Ink excerpts!
Downloads:
Hard To Be Good Excerpt
Hard To Let Go Excerpt
Enjoy the trailer for Hard to Let Go and the Hard Ink series:
Now, get the books!
Releases June 30, 2015!
Pre-Order at Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo
Add to your Goodreads
Get a Bonus Hard Ink short story for pre-ordering HTLG! Submit your info here!
Buy at Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo
Add to your Goodreads
Yes! Hard to Be Good will be available in paperback! Release date May 26, 2015!
Happy reading! And thanks for stopping by!
Laura
May 10, 2015
Find me at the RT Booklovers’ Convention!
Tuesday
An RT institution! This year our movie madness gets even more craptastique! Join some of your favorite authors for snark and mayhem as we live-tweet our critiques of a so-awful-it’s-awesome cinematic disaster (hashtag: #RTCC). Wear your PJs and bunny slippers, and don’t miss our Hollywood A-list surprise guests, behind-the-camera stories, prizes and snacks!
Event Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2015 – 5:30pm to 8:00pm
Location: Lobby Level
Room: Reunion E
Wednesday
Writing Fast: Tips, Tricks and Cautions
The panelists from last year’s standing-room only “Writing a Novel in 30 Days” are back with more advice on dealing with deadlines, time management and meltdowns. It is definitely possible to write a book in a month — and the need can definitely arise for authors pursuing a serious career in today’s fast-paced publishing world. But with a frenzied schedule comes serious stress. Join three multipublished authors in a frank discussion, where they’ll share practical tips for meeting those deadlines, combined with effective tricks for keeping sane during and after the process.
Event Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 – 1:15pm to 2:15pm
Location: Atrium Level (2nd Floor)
Room: Moreno
Sex And Violence: Balancing the Two in Romantic Suspense
Are you writing the next great romantic suspense novel, only to discover you’re not quite sure how much time to spend on the romantic elements versus the suspense elements? Or maybe you’re a reader wondering how your favorite writers find the balance between the sexy scenes and the action sequences in their stories? Either way, this panel is for you! Come spend a little time with us as we look at how some well-known authors keep you breathless — during the chase scenes and between the sheets!
Event Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 – 3:45pm to 4:45pm
Location: Atrium Level (2nd Floor)
Room: Gaston
Thursday
Club RT Author Appearances: Thursday, May 14 – 10:00am
Avon Presents: A Texas Homecoming Craft-Along
Join your favorite authors for a special reader-interaction event, led by editor Tessa Woodward and the Avon Books team! You’ll be the homecoming queen of the RT Convention after you deck out your own pageant sash, and mum’s the word as you swag up your style with a silken, frilly, wearable corsage! A special prize will be awarded by the author judges for the most memorable flair!
Event Date: Thursday, May 14, 2015 – 11:15am to 12:15pm
Location: Lobby Level
Room: Reunion E
Working with Multiple Publishers
In the ever-changing publishing landscape, authors are diversifying who they write for, from small presses to self-publishing to traditional. These authors have current contracts with multiple publishers and will give you the pros and the cons of working with more than one house.
Event Date: Thursday, May 14, 2015 – 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Location: Atrium Level (2nd Floor)
Room: Reverchon
Friday
Celebrate Contemporary Romance: Booze, Books & More!
Let’s talk billionaires, bikers, bad boys and alphas at a cocktail party to celebrate contemporary romance! Join bestselling authors for chats, giveaways, games and sexy romance … contemporary style.
Event Date: Friday, May 15, 2015 – 11:15am to 12:15pm
Location: Exhibition Level
Room: Cumberland I
1,001 Dark Nights is setting off fireworks! Come join us for a toast, some nibbles and fab swag. Mix and mingle with the brightest lights in the erotic and paranormal genres while you learn their secrets and win prizes at this starstudded event — hosted by the 1,001 Dark Nights co-creators, M.J. Rose and Liz Berry.
Event Date: Friday, May 15, 2015 – 12:20pm to 1:20pm
Location: Lobby Level
Room: Landmark Foyer
The Six Goals of Online Book Promotion and the Tools to Achieve Them
A New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than a dozen books shares a new perspective on online book promotion. She’ll offer tangible advice and approaches you can implement on your own, all of which will have you using social media more effectively and purposefully.
Event Date: Friday, May 15, 2015 – 2:45pm to 3:45pm
Location: Atrium Level (2nd Floor)
Room: Moreno
Avon Presents A Night In Paris…Texas!
Tout arrive en Texas! Y’all are all invited to join the authors of Avon Books for an exclusive, kick-your-heels-up adventure in the City of Lights…right here in the Lone Star State, home of “The Second Largest Paris in the World!” Join us for a trēs romantique interlude featuring all your favorite Avon, William Morrow, Harper Voyager and Harper Teen authors (list TK), who will be signing copies of some of their most beloved books—just for attendees of the RT Booklovers convention. Be our guest and enjoy beaucoup de vin delicieux, compliments of our co-sponsor Little Black Dress Wines, and a variety of tray-passed sweets and French-style treats! All sweetness and Light, just for one night!
Event Date: Friday, May 15, 2015 – 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Location: Exhibition Level
Room: Marsalis B
Saturday
Giant Book Fair
Event Date: Saturday, May 16, 2015 – 11:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Lobby Level
Room: Landmark Ballroom & Reunion Ballroom
Also: win a Kindle by playing Author Bingo at the book fair! Get all these authors to sign your card to enter! Click on the bingo card image to print it out and bring to RT, or pick up a card from a participating author at the book fair!
The Romantic Suspense and Thriller Author Mega Corral
You don’t want to miss this. There will be free books. There will be swag and swagger. Lots of prizes, including at least three Kindles! It’s a crazy fun roundup of today’s best romantic suspense and thriller authors.
Event Date: Saturday, May 16, 2015 – 4:30pm to 5:45pm
Location: Lobby Level
Room: Reunion D
FAN-Tastic Day Party
Meet a revolving door of hundreds of authors as they make appearances every 30 minutes in this high-energy event. Be one of the first 500 attendees and you’ll receive a goody bag — compliments of Dreamspinner Press —filled with free books and promotional items.
The FAN-tastic Day Party is hosted by Dreamspinner Press, who will be providing cool refreshments and sweet treats for all to enjoy along with lots of free books and giveaways. Meet many of their authors and staff!
Event Date: Saturday, May 16, 2015 – 6:00pm to 6:45 pm
Location: Exhibition Level
Room: Marsalis Hall
Hope to see you there!
Laura
May 6, 2015
Hard Ink Series Book Trailer Reveal!
Squee! What do you think?
Here’s everything you need to know about the last book:
Releases June 30, 2015!
Pre-Order at Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo
Add to your Goodreads
Get a Bonus Hard Ink series for pre-ordering HTLG! Submit your info here!
About Hard to Let Go:
Beckett Murda hates to dwell on the past. But his investigation into the ambush that killed half his Special Forces team and ended his Army career gives him little choice. Just when his team learns how powerful their enemies are, hard-ass Beckett encounters his biggest complication yet—a seductive, feisty Katherine Rixey.
A tough, stubborn prosecutor, Kat visits her brothers’ Hard Ink Tattoo shop following a bad break-up—and finds herself staring down the barrel of a stranger’s gun. Beckett is hard-bodied and sexy as hell, but he’s also the most infuriating man ever. Worse, Kat’s brothers are at war with the criminals her office is investigating. When Kat joins the fight, she lands straight in Beckett’s sights . . . and in his arms. Not to mention their enemies’ crosshairs.
Now Beckett and Kat must set aside their differences to work together, because the only thing sweeter than justice is finding love and never letting go.
Thanks for watching and reading!
Laura
May 3, 2015
Fabulous Spring Giveaway for You!
Spring is here and it’s time for a big giveaway from Laughing Vixen Lounge. 11 shops have come together to create one amazing Prize Pack ($280+) full of Jewelry, Perfume, Clothing, Vintage and much more! Many of the shops offer items perfect for any book lover along with lots of other unique, handcrafted and custom designs.
The Fabulous Spring Giveaway is open worldwide. 1 winner will win the Prize Pack. You can enter via the Rafflecopter below. Please visit the Laughing Vixen Lounge Blog and the Main Giveaway Post HERE to see the full prize list, participating shops and daily features during the giveaway.
Since Summer is right around the corner the giveaway theme is Vacation Memories. Each of our participating shops, and many of our blog sponsors, will be sharing some of their favorite vacation photos with you.
Here are a few of Laura’s!
Giveaway runs May 4th – 18th. Laughing Vixen Lounge is responsible for all giveaway details. See full details HERE.
April 22, 2015
Hard to Be Good is a Bestseller!
Woohoo!!! Thanks for reading!
Laura
April 16, 2015
Get Your Bonus Hard Ink Short Story!
Preorder Hard to Let Go – see links below – the bonus story will be delivered to you on July 1, 2015 (U.S. and Canada only, per my publisher) >>> Submit your proof of purchase here!
Wait until I post the story for free on my website on September 15, 2015
Here’s everything you need to know about the books:
Releases June 30, 2015!
Pre-Order at Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo
Add to your Goodreads
About Hard to Let Go:
Beckett Murda hates to dwell on the past. But his investigation into the ambush that killed half his Special Forces team and ended his Army career gives him little choice. Just when his team learns how powerful their enemies are, hard-ass Beckett encounters his biggest complication yet—a seductive, feisty Katherine Rixey.
A tough, stubborn prosecutor, Kat visits her brothers’ Hard Ink Tattoo shop following a bad break-up—and finds herself staring down the barrel of a stranger’s gun. Beckett is hard-bodied and sexy as hell, but he’s also the most infuriating man ever. Worse, Kat’s brothers are at war with the criminals her office is investigating. When Kat joins the fight, she lands straight in Beckett’s sights . . . and in his arms. Not to mention their enemies’ crosshairs.
Now Beckett and Kat must set aside their differences to work together, because the only thing sweeter than justice is finding love and never letting go.
Haven’t read Hard to Be Good yet? Here’s everything you need to know:
About Hard to Be Good :
Hard Ink Tattoo owner Jeremy Rixey has taken on his brother’s stateside fight against the forces that nearly killed Nick and his Special Forces team a year before. Now, Jeremy’s whole world has been turned upside down—not the least of which by a brilliant, quiet blond man who tempts Jeremy to settle down for the first time ever.
Recent kidnapping victim Charlie Merritt has always been better with computers than people, so when he’s drawn into the SF team’s investigation of his army colonel father’s corruption, he’s surprised to find acceptance and friendship—especially since his father never accepted who Charlie was. Even more surprising is the heated tension Charlie feels with sexy, tattooed Jeremy, Charlie’s opposite in almost every way.
With tragedy and chaos all around them, temptation flashes hot, and Jeremy and Charlie can’t help but wonder why they’re trying so hard to be good…
Now Available!
Buy at Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo
Add to your Goodreads
Thanks for reading! Now go grab your very own Beckett!!!
Laura
April 13, 2015
Hard to Be Good is Here!
You guys, you guys! I’m so excited! Hard to Be Good is now out in the world, ready for you to gobble up! LOL I hope you enjoy reading Jeremy and Charlie’s story as much as I loved writing it! Here’s everything you need to know about the book, and be sure to check out all my many release week events and giveaways I have going on!
About the book :
Recent kidnapping victim Charlie Merritt has always been better with computers than people, so when he’s drawn into the SF team’s investigation of his army colonel father’s corruption, he’s surprised to find acceptance and friendship—especially since his father never accepted who Charlie was. Even more surprising is the heated tension Charlie feels with sexy, tattooed Jeremy, Charlie’s opposite in almost every way.
With tragedy and chaos all around them, temptation flashes hot, and Jeremy and Charlie can’t help but wonder why they’re trying so hard to be good…
Releases April 14, 2015!
Buy at Amazon | B&N | iBooks | Kobo
Add to your Goodreads
Yes! Hard to Be Good will be available in paperback! Release date May 26, 2015!
Early Reviews:
“Hard to Be Good was an absolutely stunning addition to one of my favorite series out there! It was beautiful, emotional, and truly inspired. I can’t tell you how much Jeremy and Charlie’s love story warmed my heart and soul. ” ~Shayna Renee’s Spicy Reads
“Every time I read a Laura Kaye novella, I am amazed as to how much story she can fill in a few short pages. I’m thrilled Jeremy and Charlie got their story in Hard to Be Good. Laura peels back the layers and we see the vulnerability in their relationship.” ~Shameless Book Club
“Laura Kaye, once again, delivers a stunningly written book about love overcoming everything. Charlie and Jeremy’s book was a beautiful addition to the sexy, action-packed Hard Ink series. Their journey is an emotional one, but there is some sexiness in there that spices things up and makes it an unforgettable read. Jeremy and Charlie make a great couple with chemistry off the charts. They have a heartwarming journey that will teach you that love has no boundaries. Laura Kaye seriously outdid herself with this book!” ~Hot Guys in Books
“The chemistry between Jer and Charlie was absolutely incredible. Laura Kaye took this spark between two compelling and compassionate men and ignited it to bonfire proportions. But, in addition to the ridiculously combustible sex, there was so much feeling in Jer and Charlie’s relationship. I read Hard to Be Good last night. This morning, I started it again, because once was just not enough for me.” ~Krista’s Dust Jacket
“I read this in one sitting, and abso-freaking-lutely enjoyed every moment! Jer and Charlie are a perfect fit. They pretty much display their heart and soul to one another, and it was beautiful to read. Wowza, Hard to Be Good is full of dirty talking and hotness! Ms. Kaye pretty much satisfied my wild imagination of how it was going to go down between these two. Thank you, Laura Kaye!” ~My Book Snack
“Laura Kaye delivers a fantastic story in Hard to Be Good; she expertly conveys the deep feelings Jeremy and Charlie have for each other through every tender and sexy moment they share. It blows me away that this is Kaye’s first endeavor into the M/M genre because she absolutely nails the romance and sizzling connection between Jeremy and Charlie and leaves readers, myself included, desperately wanting more to their story.” ~The Fairest of All Book Reviews
I hope you’ll check it out! Happy reading!
Laura
Hard As You Can RT Reviewers’ Choice Award Winner!
I’m so excited and honored to share that Hard as You Can won the RT Reviewers’ Choice Award for Best Romantic Suspense of 2014! This is mindboggling because of the amazing list of nominees in this category! But I am just absolutely thrilled that Shane and Sara received this honor, because I adored writing their story!Here are all the amazing winners!
Totally snoopy dancing here!
Thanks for reading!
Laura
