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February 12, 2015
Angela Ford���s new release, Surrender
Please take a look at Angela Ford���s new release, Surrender.
BlurbWidowed after an explosion in her husband���s warehouse, Lauren Reynolds discovers it wasn���t an accident and there is a hit assigned for her life. Narcotics Agent Brett Donovan is assigned to protect the suburban widow.He lives for danger. She lives for new shoes at Saks. One night in a motel room with no air conditioning and a sexy naked agent captures her desire.Will the tangled mess they get weaved into and their secrets lead them back into tangled sheets? Is desire enough when they are from two different worlds? Or are they?
Angela Ford originates from Nova Scotia...Canada's Ocean Playground! Her love of the ocean and sunsets are always in her heart and give her inspiration. Her love for words keeps her turning the page. She is never without a book, whether she's reading or writing. Her dedication and involvement with cyber safety seminars gave her an Award of Distinction and sparked the idea for her first book Closure. Between two jobs, being a mom with a home always filled with teenagers and rather interesting stories; she is lucky to have one very patient and understanding man. Every possible quiet moment she finds, she treasures and just writes about the moments to come. You can follow her atwww.bookstogonow.com or visit her website/blog atwww.angelafordauthor.com
She is a member of the RWA and an avid reader of Romance.
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BlurbWidowed after an explosion in her husband���s warehouse, Lauren Reynolds discovers it wasn���t an accident and there is a hit assigned for her life. Narcotics Agent Brett Donovan is assigned to protect the suburban widow.He lives for danger. She lives for new shoes at Saks. One night in a motel room with no air conditioning and a sexy naked agent captures her desire.Will the tangled mess they get weaved into and their secrets lead them back into tangled sheets? Is desire enough when they are from two different worlds? Or are they?
Angela Ford originates from Nova Scotia...Canada's Ocean Playground! Her love of the ocean and sunsets are always in her heart and give her inspiration. Her love for words keeps her turning the page. She is never without a book, whether she's reading or writing. Her dedication and involvement with cyber safety seminars gave her an Award of Distinction and sparked the idea for her first book Closure. Between two jobs, being a mom with a home always filled with teenagers and rather interesting stories; she is lucky to have one very patient and understanding man. Every possible quiet moment she finds, she treasures and just writes about the moments to come. You can follow her atwww.bookstogonow.com or visit her website/blog atwww.angelafordauthor.com
She is a member of the RWA and an avid reader of Romance.
Follow on twitter http://twitter.com/angelaford67
Follow on facebook http://facebook.com/writerangelaford
Follow on Goodreads http://goodreads.com/angelaford13
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Published on February 12, 2015 22:30
Angela Ford’s new release, Surrender
Please take a look at Angela Ford’s new release, Surrender.
BlurbWidowed after an explosion in her husband’s warehouse, Lauren Reynolds discovers it wasn’t an accident and there is a hit assigned for her life. Narcotics Agent Brett Donovan is assigned to protect the suburban widow.He lives for danger. She lives for new shoes at Saks. One night in a motel room with no air conditioning and a sexy naked agent captures her desire.Will the tangled mess they get weaved into and their secrets lead them back into tangled sheets? Is desire enough when they are from two different worlds? Or are they?
Angela Ford originates from Nova Scotia...Canada's Ocean Playground! Her love of the ocean and sunsets are always in her heart and give her inspiration. Her love for words keeps her turning the page. She is never without a book, whether she's reading or writing. Her dedication and involvement with cyber safety seminars gave her an Award of Distinction and sparked the idea for her first book Closure. Between two jobs, being a mom with a home always filled with teenagers and rather interesting stories; she is lucky to have one very patient and understanding man. Every possible quiet moment she finds, she treasures and just writes about the moments to come. You can follow her atwww.bookstogonow.com or visit her website/blog atwww.angelafordauthor.com
She is a member of the RWA and an avid reader of Romance.
Follow on twitter http://twitter.com/angelaford67
Follow on facebook http://facebook.com/writerangelaford
Follow on Goodreads http://goodreads.com/angelaford13
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BlurbWidowed after an explosion in her husband’s warehouse, Lauren Reynolds discovers it wasn’t an accident and there is a hit assigned for her life. Narcotics Agent Brett Donovan is assigned to protect the suburban widow.He lives for danger. She lives for new shoes at Saks. One night in a motel room with no air conditioning and a sexy naked agent captures her desire.Will the tangled mess they get weaved into and their secrets lead them back into tangled sheets? Is desire enough when they are from two different worlds? Or are they?
Angela Ford originates from Nova Scotia...Canada's Ocean Playground! Her love of the ocean and sunsets are always in her heart and give her inspiration. Her love for words keeps her turning the page. She is never without a book, whether she's reading or writing. Her dedication and involvement with cyber safety seminars gave her an Award of Distinction and sparked the idea for her first book Closure. Between two jobs, being a mom with a home always filled with teenagers and rather interesting stories; she is lucky to have one very patient and understanding man. Every possible quiet moment she finds, she treasures and just writes about the moments to come. You can follow her atwww.bookstogonow.com or visit her website/blog atwww.angelafordauthor.com
She is a member of the RWA and an avid reader of Romance.
Follow on twitter http://twitter.com/angelaford67
Follow on facebook http://facebook.com/writerangelaford
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Published on February 12, 2015 22:30
January 19, 2015
Avenged by Samantha Jacobey New release!
Please be sure to stop by Samantha’s event this week. And if you haven’t started the series, now’s the time! It’s awesome.
AVENGED RELEASE (A New Life Book 7)- SERIES FINALE FACEBOOK EVENTMEDIA KITJanuary 19th – 25th
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Published on January 19, 2015 12:50
January 13, 2015
New Release; Surrender by Angela Ford
Please take a look at Angela Ford’s new release, Surrender.
BlurbWidowed after an explosion in her husband’s warehouse, Lauren Reynolds discovers it wasn’t an accident and there is a hit assigned for her life. Narcotics Agent Brett Donovan is assigned to protect the suburban widow.He lives for danger. She lives for new shoes at Saks. One night in a motel room with no air conditioning and a sexy naked agent captures her desire.Will the tangled mess they get weaved into and their secrets lead them back into tangled sheets? Is desire enough when they are from two different worlds? Or are they?
Angela Ford originates from Nova Scotia...Canada's Ocean Playground! Her love of the ocean and sunsets are always in her heart and give her inspiration. Her love for words keeps her turning the page. She is never without a book, whether she's reading or writing. Her dedication and involvement with cyber safety seminars gave her an Award of Distinction and sparked the idea for her first book Closure. Between two jobs, being a mom with a home always filled with teenagers and rather interesting stories; she is lucky to have one very patient and understanding man. Every possible quiet moment she finds, she treasures and just writes about the moments to come. You can follow her atwww.bookstogonow.com or visit her website/blog atwww.angelafordauthor.com
She is a member of the RWA and an avid reader of Romance.
Follow on twitter http://twitter.com/angelaford67
Follow on facebook http://facebook.com/writerangelaford
Follow on Goodreads http://goodreads.com/angelaford13
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BlurbWidowed after an explosion in her husband’s warehouse, Lauren Reynolds discovers it wasn’t an accident and there is a hit assigned for her life. Narcotics Agent Brett Donovan is assigned to protect the suburban widow.He lives for danger. She lives for new shoes at Saks. One night in a motel room with no air conditioning and a sexy naked agent captures her desire.Will the tangled mess they get weaved into and their secrets lead them back into tangled sheets? Is desire enough when they are from two different worlds? Or are they?
Angela Ford originates from Nova Scotia...Canada's Ocean Playground! Her love of the ocean and sunsets are always in her heart and give her inspiration. Her love for words keeps her turning the page. She is never without a book, whether she's reading or writing. Her dedication and involvement with cyber safety seminars gave her an Award of Distinction and sparked the idea for her first book Closure. Between two jobs, being a mom with a home always filled with teenagers and rather interesting stories; she is lucky to have one very patient and understanding man. Every possible quiet moment she finds, she treasures and just writes about the moments to come. You can follow her atwww.bookstogonow.com or visit her website/blog atwww.angelafordauthor.com
She is a member of the RWA and an avid reader of Romance.
Follow on twitter http://twitter.com/angelaford67
Follow on facebook http://facebook.com/writerangelaford
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Published on January 13, 2015 22:01
December 14, 2014
Surreal by R.E. Hargrave Release Blitz
Release Date: December 15, 2014Genre: BDSM Erotic RomanceSeries: The Divine TrilogyAvailable on: Amazon
Summary:Catherine O'Chancey is a young submissive who has found her happily ever after with a man far better than she’d ever dreamed.
Or has she? When does life ever work out so conveniently?
Jayden Masterson first opened his playroom to Catherine, a provocative Irish beauty with a penchant for pain. Then he opened his heart to her everyday persona, Erin. For him, life has never been more perfect, or more confusing, since he's comfortable as a Dominant but still finding his way as a lover and equal partner. Jayden is also learning that he can't protect his jewel from everything—nor should he. Some battles she must fight on her own.
Erin's past still haunts her, and as the couple move forward in their merging relationship, they must cope with the physical damage left behind by her abuser.
Catherine and her Master still have a lot to learn about each other, and about themselves. If Jayden and his jewel can overcome the challenges they face on the next chapter of their journey, their ending just might be . . . Surreal.
*Cover design by J.C. Clarke of Grafix Momma
What Reviewers Are Saying:
"The Divine Trilogy was an emotional journey for not only these characters, but for me as a reader. I could not have asked for any more from Ms. Hargrave than what she did – write a beautiful story about intriguing characters that entertained me and touched my heart. And in doing so, she has earned not only my admiration and respect, but gratitude. The dictionary defines the word divine as being supremely good or superb; in that case, The Divine Trilogy was appropriately titled because that’s exactly how good this series was. This is a must read series!" ~Robin with Sizzling Hot Books
"What an amazing 3rd book in this series! I love this series like no other! Jayden is one smoking, sexy, caring Dom that loves with all he has! Erin is an amazing sub that keeps surprising me as the story goes on! She's strong, sensual, caring, loving and most of all submits to her Dom with all her soul! This is one of those books that you want more from, one that gives you so much that you keep taking it all in and just can't stop! I loved this series and hope and pray there are more like this one to come from an amazing Author who has put so much into what she writes!" ~Maria, Goodreads Reviewer
There is so much more to this story than you can possibly imagine! The plot of Surreal unfolds in layers. The writing keeps you guessing, questioning and wanting more information. The writing is also clever and witty, even humorous at times! I highly recommend this story to any BDSM lover and anyone who wants to read about an emotionally moving love story that will leave you thinking about it for days!" Kristin, Goodreads Reviewer
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Excerpt:Before the driver could pull the car out of the parking lot, Jillian was talking a mile a minute. Paige seemed to be following it all, but Erin felt lost while she watched them banter like a tennis match.
“Whoa, slow down. We’ve got all day and the only actual appointment is at the dress shop. Paige is meeting the seamstress who will be doing the custom work on her gown.”
Paige and Jillian shared a look.
“What?” Erin was on alert at once.
“Erin, sweetie,” Paige began.
“Oh, no. This isn’t about me today, Paige. We’re doing stuff for your wedding, not mine. Jayden and I haven’t even set a date yet.”
“And? Your point is?”
Jillian took over, “Because you two haven’t pinned down a date is all the more reason to get busy straight away. There is so much to sort out and plan—”
“I don’t know. In my mind, I kind of thought it would be small and quick.”
Paige snorted at that, and Erin kicked her friend in the shin before she said something not suitable for Jillian’s ears.
Jillian leaned toward Erin to lay a manicured hand on her knee. “I’ve waited almost forty years for my son to get married. This is one event that will not be downplayed if I have anything to say about it.”
Erin felt her eyes begin to lower under the intensity of her future mother-in-law’s stare. Paige nudged her knee, which reminded her that submitting to one Masterson was quite enough.
“Surely you’ve got some ideas, Erin? A general time frame and colors, for instance.”
The young woman’s thoughts went to the ink encircling her waist. It captured her heritage, the red and green braiding a permanent reminder of her Irish roots.
Paige clapped. “That dreamy look means yes!”
Across from her, Jillian relaxed into her seat with a smug grin, and Erin threw up her hands. “Fine. Bear in mind that I haven’t discussed any of this with Jayden yet—and no decisions will be made without him.”
“Yeah, yeah. Give us the goods, girl,” Paige said with a snicker.
“Well, I don’t want white.” She glanced at Jillian and was relieved her preference didn’t seem to be an issue. “I’ve always liked ivory—it’s more down to earth. For accents, I was thinking red and green. Oh, and for flowers,” she smiled at the secret she shared with her Dom, “I’m pretty sure Jayden will want orchids.”
“Good, keep going.” A notepad had materialized in Paige’s hands, and she was scribbling at a furious pace.
Erin shook her head in amusement. “I like roses, too, so maybe we can combine them?” She continued to ponder aloud. “As for when, that will all depend on when Jayden can take time off from work—”
“My dear child, that boy would move mountains for you. If you have a special date you want, I assure you that business will not keep him from making it happen.”
Go back to the beginning:
When Jayden Masterson–a gentleman Dom with a taste for perfection–meets a submissive with a mysterious past and a natural desire to submit, he can’t resist the spark that ignites inside him. He wants to learn everything about Catherine O’Chancey; not just the intricacies of her body, but her mind as well. But does she want the same? Can Catherine stand up to her past and find the right Dom who can make her feel alive again?
To Serve is Divine (Book One of The Divine Trilogy):Amazon Kindle
A year has passed since Jayden Masterson collared his first submissive, Catherine O’Chancey. To celebrate, Jayden has orchestrated a special day for his jewel: one during which her final fantasies will be realized and his own inner strength tested. Are these two ready to move beyond just Master and submissive? Can they set aside their fears to tell each other the truth at last?
A Divine Life (Book Two of The Divine Trilogy):Amazon Kindle
About the Author:
R.E. Hargrave lives on the outskirts of Dallas, TX where she prides herself on being a domestic engineer. Married to her high school sweetheart, together they are raising three children from elementary age to college age. She is an avid reader, a sometimes quilter and now, a writer. Other hobbies include gardening and a love of a music.A native 'mutt,' Hargrave has lived in New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Alabama, Texas, and California. She is fond of setting her stories on location in South Carolina and Texas, but its anybody's guess as to what the genre will be!
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Her novella works include: Sugar & Spice Haunted Raine Unchained Melody The Food Critic
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Published on December 14, 2014 22:01
December 4, 2014
The Crazy Lady Authors Present: The 12 Days of Christmas Blog Tour
The Crazy Lady Authors Present: The 12 Days of Christmas Blog Tour
The season has begun! It’s time to celebrate our blessings – friends, family, and community! The CLA are giving back with our huge rafflecopter, and we’re announcing our gorgeous box set, Treasured Moments coming soon to Amazon.com. Come join the fun, enter to win, and stop by the CLA Facebook page to say hello! Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukah, Merry Kwanzaa, and Joyful Holidays to all of you from all of us! Winners be chosen on December 13th, and notified thereafter. Huge Rafflecopter of Fabulous Prizes from our authors:Donating authors include Diane Rinella, Michele E. Gwynn, Jami Brumfield, Terri Hubbard Carle, Melanie James, Jayne Hyatt, Tabitha Jones, Kelly Cozzone, Angela Ford, Carol Ray & Teri Riggs
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Published on December 04, 2014 22:01
December 3, 2014
Angela Ford’s Blog Hop
It’s amazing how quickly the holiday season will fly by. I’ve barely digested the last of the turkey feast and it’s time to decorate my Christmas tree! Not to mention baking, shopping for gifts, and wrapping them. It’s a busy time of year, but I love it. I’m in the mood to share a little holiday cheer. For a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card, sign up for my newsletter and tell me you did so in the comments below. As always, I will never over-stuff your inbox with mail, or share your information. Winner will be randomly drawn on December 16th. Here’s the link: http://teri-riggs.com/newsletter/
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Available on Amazon Now!We are celebrating Christmas 2014 by giving away a Kindle and a $25 Gift Card.
Please stop by and visit the authors listed below for more giveaways. Happy Hopping!
Jamie Brumfield Amanda Bennett Michele Mathews Julia Mills Elizabeth Inglee Richards Carol Ann Kauffman Jennifer Chambers Diane Rinella Angela Ford Terri CarleSharon Kleve Melanie James Mariah Dietz Serena Zane Jennifer Conner Amanda Bennett R.E. Hargrave Ella Medler Aubree Lane Rebecca Sherwin Teri RiggsAva O'Shay Andie Lea Dzintra Sullivan Andrea Perno Jennifer Theriot Chris Karlsen Al Parks L.A. Remenicky Emma Lee Skye A.L. Wood Jayne Hyatt Amber Daulton Joanne Jaytanie Kelly Cozzone J.D. Hollyfield Patricia Kiyono Elle Klass T.I. Lowe Tammy Tate Jackie Marilla Casey Harvell Denise Kawaii Natalie-Nicole Bates Kelly Ann Jacobson Moira Keith Michele Gwynn Tracey Alvarez Mary Bernsen
Angela Ford's 2014 Holiday Hop Giveaway Link - Click Here
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The raffle directs the entrants to a Pinterest Board called Angela Ford’s 2014 Holiday Hop of Favorite Christmas Stories – each entrant can PIN to WIN! By pinning a picture of their favorite Christmas movie or book to the board and enter their name in the description. Here is the link for the pinterest board. http://www.pinterest.com/aford1507/angela-fords-2014-holiday-hop-of-favorite-christma/
Published on December 03, 2014 22:01
November 20, 2014
Guest blogger; Tara Quan, Frosty Relations
Please welcome Tara Quan today and check out her new release, Frosty Relations!
With the holidays upon us there are troves of books to curl up with by the fireplace. My paranormal romantic comedy goes great with mulled wine and cinnamon cookies. Part of Decadent Publishing’s 1Night Stand line, Frosty Relations features a young college graduate facing the complicated world of adulthood and confronting the frost mage she’s had a crush on for most of her life. Add some Christmas magic and Madame Eve’s renowned matchmaking service, and we’ve got the beginnings of an icy-hot love story. Those who’ve read my Halloween release Flirting with Firealready know Jack, this tale’s hunk. In keeping with the holiday spirit I’m giving away a $15 gift card. To enter, leave a comment here and drop your details in the Rafflecopter widget at the bottom of this post. [or replace with: at my website: TaraQuan.com/FrostyRelations]
Frosty Relations (A Witch’s Night Out, 2)Attorney Jack Frost never understood why holidays did weird things to people. His secretary went on vacation, his best friend ditched their annual Aspen trip, and the law firm’s stubborn human resources assistant refuses his clerical support request. What’s a warlock to do on Christmas Eve but go on a 1-Night Stand? But when an oddly familiar empath shows up as his date, this ice mage has a hard time denying the magic of the winter solstice.Faced with an anemic employment market and financial woes, college graduate and former witch Mina Mao lands an HR assistant job at Frost and Sons. Having spent her day saving Christmas from Frost Junior’s Grinch-like behavior, she accepts the gift of Madame Eve’s service and heads over to the Castillo Capital. When her date turns out to be her childhood crush and workplace nemesis, she braces herself for the sexiest icy ride of her life. Genre: Paranormal Romantic Comedy, Interracial/MulticulturalBuy Links: Amazon| AllRomance| B&N | Decadent| GoodReadsAmazon http://www.amazon.com/Tara-Quan/e/B00... http://www.allromanceebooks.com/store... http://www.barnesandnoble.com/c/tara-... http://www.decadentpublishing.com/ind... https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...
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About Tara Quan
Globetrotter, lover of languages, and romance author, Tara Quan has an addiction for crafting tales with a pinch of spice and a smidgen of kink. Inspired by her travels, Tara enjoys tossing her kick-ass heroines and alpha males into exotic contemporary locales, paranormal worlds, and post-apocalyptic futures. Her characters, armed with magical powers or conventional weapons, are guaranteed a suspenseful and sensual ride, as well as their own happily ever after. Learn more at www.taraquan.comWebsite | Facebook | Twitter | Google+ | Goodreads | Pinterest | AmazonWebsite http://www.taraquan.com/FB https://www.facebook.com/taraquanauth... https://twitter.com/LaylaTararGoogle+ https://plus.google.com/+TaraQuanGood... https://www.goodreads.com/taraquanPin... http://www.pinterest.com/taraquan/Amazon http://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00B19HWJQ
Excerpt
ExcerptYawning, he settled more comfortably into the seat and embraced the lulling haze. His mind wandered to the day Mina had showed up for an interview. In a departure from her current fashion slump, she’d worn a short skirt suit and glossy-black high-heeled pumps. On her way out, she’d swung by his office to drop off his major weakness—Shanghai White Rabbit Creamy Candy. He’d given her a high five and wished her luck. That day, she’d stayed for no more than a few minutes and had left the door open. But in this foggy, slumbering vision somewhere between the dreams he could never recall and actual memory, he reached over her shoulder to shut it. ~A mischievous grin on her face, she tilted her head back and met his gaze. “What do you want, Jack?” He lifted his index finger and placed it over his lips. “Shh....” Sashaying past him with feline grace, she shrugged off her jacket to reveal a crimson silk blouse. After draping the discarded garment over an office chair, she turned to face his desk. Placing her palms on the suddenly clutter-free glass, she threw him a sideways glance and motioned him over with her head. The warmth of balmy fall allowed her to show off those smooth, toned legs. The tailored dark-green cotton hugged her ass’s subtle curve, the back slit giving him glimpses of her creamy thighs. Coming up behind her, he closed one palm over her mouth. She remained still, her small body trembling as he nibbled her neck. He grazed his teeth over the slender slope, pausing to suck a bright-red hickey onto her snowy skin. Hearing a muffled moan, he clamped his fingers tighter as he slid his other hand under her skirt. Finding damp heat, he yanked down her panties. The scarlet lace fell to circle her four-inch heels. Biting her earlobe, he whispered, “Stay quiet, or everyone will know I’m fucking you.” With one hand, he unbuckled his belt and freed his erection, his other arm still holding her in silent captivity. He kicked her legs apart and hiked up her skirt. Sliding his length between the creamy cheeks, he probed her wet opening with the tip of his cock.
~A loud feline hiss jerked him out of the dream. Sharp claws dug into his thighs as the chair rolled back and hit the wall. The cat scampered off his lap. Rubbing his eyes, he tried to remember where he was. Once his mind regained focus, he glanced down at his crotch and noticed the very visible bulge. He could see why she’d reacted in a rather extreme fashion. With a soft popping sound, the woman whose bare butt he’d envisioned appeared in front of him, her snowflake earrings swaying against the sides of her rosy face. At least she’d lost the Santa hat. “What the heck were you thinking about?” The most honest answer would give her the wrong idea. After all, he wasn’t attracted to her. He’d happened to be envisioning office sex with someone who bore a remarkable resemblance to her, at the same time he got an erection, while she’d been on his lap—all unrelated events.
Published on November 20, 2014 23:00
November 2, 2014
Why Heroines Never Do Housework
It looks like autumn is about to come to an abrupt end in Georgia. It’s been warm for the most part, but colder temps are moving in. The leaves here in Marietta have been absolutely gorgeous. Slowly, they are helicoptering down to make a soft ground cover in preparation for the colder months to come. Halloween was a great success around my house. The grand babies were satisfied with the three-cavities-guaranteed sweets they were able to score. Their mommas…not so much! Now it’s time to finish off the Halloween candy and carry the jack-o-lanterns to the field for the critters to munch on. I’ll be cleaning and getting ready for Thanksgiving and Christmas festivities. Which leads me to ask the question— Why do the heroines in our books never do normal, everyday things?
After thinking about it, I’ve come to a conclusion. What normal, everyday woman wants to read a book that mimics her life? I’m not implying our lives are boring, but come on, how many women kick butt and take names for a living? How many can eat like all food has zero calories and never gain an ounce? What women in Reader-Ville, have all the men on Earth wanting to do wonderful things to their bodies—and want nothing in return? Yep, that’s what I’m saying. When I read, I want to lose myself in the story. I want to bond with a woman leading an exciting, fairytale life. I want the hunky, alpha sex-god to fall madly in love me, fighting any others who might interfere in his quest for my affections. I want the hot, multiple orgasms kind of sex with no kids pounding on my bedroom door, or dogs sleeping at the foot of the bed. I want to never worry about morning breath, taking bathroom break, or how many calories a tiny morsel of chocolate contains. If I wanted to spend time with a woman cleaning toilets, chasing dust-bunnies, or tackling wild children, I’d look in the mirror and have a conversation with myself.If anyone else has another theory about why heroines in romance books never lead the lives real women do, I’d love to hear from you in the comments below. If you lead the life of a heroine in the romance books, let me know. I want to meet you!Everyone who comments, will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win an e-copy of Resolutions, or The Eyes Die Last.
Published on November 02, 2014 06:57
October 16, 2014
Guest Blogger; Alexa Bourne
Settings: Why Should Readers Care?I believe settings make a huge difference in the pleasure readers can get from a story. I know for myself I love trying to visualize the cities or mountains or moors the characters visit. When the author adds in details, I feel like I’m right there with the characters. I strive to do the same thing with my own writing. Each of my books is set in a place I’ve visited or lived. My goal is to paint a picture for my readers. It almost feels like it’s my responsibility to give them a chance to “see” a place they may never see in real life. With my new Hidden Destiny series, I set the stories in Austin, Texas. I have been here quite a while and there is so much to love. South by Southwest, Austin City Limits, University of Texas (Go Longhorns!), eclectic shops, various festivals, Tex-Mex food and a ton of other interesting places. We are the live music capital of the world. What better place to set my not-so-ordinary paranormal stories than a not-so-ordinary city? Wake Me is the 1stbook in the Hidden Destiny series, a group of stories all revolving around Trinity Tavern, a fictional pub in the city center, and a band of friends who must learn to accept and control their paranormal abilities. I’m excited about this story, of course, but I’m really looking forward to continuing to paint that picture of Austin. With the connected series books, readers should hopefully have an accurate depiction of life in Austin and maybe, just maybe, some of them will book a vacation to our unique Texas city!
Alexa is giving THREE prizes throughout her Wake Me Blog Tour! Leave comments in any (or all!) of the tour stops and you will be in the running! So for this stop, where do you think I should set my next set of stories in & why? The rest of the tour is here:10/17-- http://alexabourne.com/cuan-macdougall-pub/10/18-- http://teririggs.blogspot.com/10/19-- http://www.justromanticsuspense.com/ 10/20-- http://catemasters.blogspot.com/ 10/21-- http://riseoftheslush.blogspot.com/ 10/22-- http://kathleensplacetoreflect.blogspot.com/?zx=59b737645d9b5724 10/23-- http://decadentpublishing.blogspot.com/10/24-- http://labellebooks.blogspot.ca 10/25-- http://leabronsen.com/latest-news/10/27-- http://www.apassionforromance.blogspot.com/ 10/28-- http://www.markofthestars.com/wp/ 10/29-- http://www.lolakarns.com/ 10/30-- http://saradanielromance.blogspot.com/
Wake Me Bio:
Alexa Bourne is a teacher by day and a romance writer by nights, weekends, and all school holidays. She also teaches online classes for writers throughout the year. She writes romantic suspense and contemporary romance and is thrilled to have the chance to share her stories with readers everywhere.When she’s not concocting sinister plots and steamy love scenes or traveling and exploring new cultures, Alexa spends her time reading, watching brainless TV, and thinking about exercising. Okay, she also spends way too much time interacting with readers and writers on social media sites. But don’t tell her editors! Find out more about her and her books on her website, www.alexabourne.com.Social Media:Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5818611.Alexa_BourneFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorAlexaBourneTwitter: https://twitter.com/AlexaBourneWebsite: www.alexabourne.comBlog: http://alexabourne.com/cuan-macdougall-pub/Email: alexa@alexabourne.com
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Blurb:
Her psychic dreams come true.Sarah McKinley’s attempts to take her foreknowledge of crimes to the Seattle Police Department marked her as a troublemaker and were never taken seriously. Starting over in Austin, she plans never to reveal her gift, but shortly after she arrives, the dreams begin again, and the local police want to know why she has knowledge only the killer could possess. Detective Jesse Cordell watched his mother con people with her “psychic ability” all through his childhood. He hones in on Sarah, who has means, motive, and opportunity to have murdered the victim in his current investigation. Instinct tells him she didn’t commit the crime, but she definitely knows more than she’s letting on.Can he put aside his doubts and join forces with her, against everything he believes in, to find the real killer? Or will he do his job and put her behind bars? After all, there’s no such thing as the “psychic ability.” Or is there?Excerpt:The buzz around her head grew louder as more students joined the crowd. Yellow tape secured the crime scene several yards away, but limbs still stuck over the cement edge of the water fountain.A guy in plain clothes ducked under the tape and ventured toward them. A gold shield hung from his belt. “Can anybody tell me what happened?”“She can!” a male voice from behind called out.Hoping to take attention off herself, Sarah joined the other students in whirling around to see who the guy meant. Several voices rushed toward the man, accosting him with different versions of the crime. Sarah floated through the sea of people, away from the crowd.For the nine months, she’d lived in Austin, she’d never mentioned a word about her so-called psychic gift.Almost a full year had passed. She’d started to think she would be normal again.But a brand-new dream reminded her she would always be different.Heading toward the street, she picked up her steps. Don’t look back. You’ve done enough damage.“Miss! Hey, wait up!”“Damn.” She slowed her feet. No point in trying to run. She’d look guilty of something then the cops would have a reason to haul her off the school campus in cuffs.Turning, she came face-to-face with the striking plain-clothes cop. “I’m Detective Cordell with Austin Police.” He stood at least six inches taller than she, his jet-black hair sheared in a standard cut for police. The bulk of his chest stretched the material of his short-sleeved dress shirt. With dark eyes and sexy confidence, he was all sorts of captivating. If he hadn’t been such a threat to her freedom, she might even have called him handsome. “Do you have a minute? I’d like to ask you some questions.”There died his charm.
Published on October 16, 2014 22:00


