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#8Sunday: The food moved in its dish ~ Excerpt from COSMIC SUTRA #scifirom #LGBT #romance

Welcome to another Weekend Writing Warriors post!

Hello! NaNoWriMo is going well. I finished It Took A Zombie Apocalypse, and started writing Jager, the next Galactic Defenders story. I hope everyone else participating is doing well!

#CoverReveal for 2176 Freedom Series by Susan Grant @flyerdreamer #sfr #scifi #romance

I am pleased to welcome New York Times/USA Today Bestselling Author, RITA Winner, and fellow Sci-Fi Romance author, Susan Grant to the blog to share her new covers for the re-release of her exciting 2176 Freedom series…

The 2176 Freedom Series is a 2-part sci-fi action romance series/serial that includes The Legend of Banzai Maguire (Part 1) and The Scarlet Empress (Part 2) at approximately 75,000 words apiece. Originally, the “2176″ series consisted of five books written by four different authors following a series bible in a world that I created. The publisher subsequently went out of business and the rights to books 1 and 5 (mine) reverted to me. Recently, I took on the huge task of modernizing and rewriting both to stand completely separate from the old series. It was a labor of love that I hope will provide hours of edge-of-the-seat reading pleasure. It also opens up exciting opportunities for more stories in the 2176 Freedom world: Rim Riders, Clones, Warlords, Raft City Pirates, Revolutionaries, and more!

THE LEGEND OF BANZAI MAGUIRE

The 2176 Freedom Series, Book 1

About The Legend of Banzai Maguire:

The year: 2016. While flying a peacekeeping mission over North Korea, Air Force pilot Bree “Banzai” Maguire is shot down. Instead of the North Korean troops she expected, she finds herself captured by a mad scientist and put in bio-stasis. When she wakes, everything has changed. It’s 2176, the world is in crisis, and she is a hotly contested prize. Once, Banzai’s job was to protect democracy; now a mysterious voice claims she must bring it back.

The year: 2176. U.C.E. Commander Ty Armstrong is a decorated SEAL, combat veteran, and part-time treasure hunter. Seeking one elusive prize has become a personal obsession for him: Banzai Maguire, who was never found after her mysterious disappearance 160 years earlier. His quest to find her remains takes him into enemy territory where he discovers that not only is she very much alive, he might have already fallen in love with her. But before he can bring her to safety, they are captured by the charming, yet ruthless, Emperor of Asia. Ty vows to escape with Banzai at his side. But his captor has other plans for him—and for Banzai Maguire.

Nook | iBooks | Kobo | ARe

Amazon: available November 15th

Praise for The Legend of Banzai Maguire:

“If Grant’s faithful fighter jet descriptions don’t snag readers from the outset, her fierce, funny, tough-as-nails heroine will. With its cliffhanger conclusion, awe-inspiring characters and droll humor, this book is a strong launch for a very promising series.” — Publishers Weekly

Prologue

If you have the chance to live life to the fullest, do it. Don’t hold back, don’t be afraid, take the absolutely biggest bite out of this existence that you can. The rewards are immeasurable, the eventual fulfillment soul-deep. I know. I guess you could say that I’m an expert on the subject. I’ve lived two lives, both of them to the hilt.

My name is Maguire, Bree Maguire. But you know me as Banzai, even now, after years of accumulated titles, honors, and a marriage have lengthened my legal name to the point where I can’t help sighing long and silently at official events attended by those who expect and actually enjoy that sort of pomp, pageantry those closest to me know I’d rather avoid—the same people who know I never would.

Ceremony is a small sacrifice to make, you see. Once, I gave up everything that is important to a person. But, I would have died for my country, if asked. Instead, I was reborn into something better, something stronger. The United States was, too.

My quest took me to places I never imagined—not only geographical, but of the heart. It was how I first met the man who would be everything to me.

Now that I’m one hundred years into this winding path called life, my children tell me that I should record my memoirs before I pass on and leave the chore to the official biographers, who’ll no doubt use the opportunity to make me into more of a legend than I already am—to my dismay, because the men and women I consider the true heroes went on with their lives after their deeds were done, some quite humbly and certainly without the idolization directed toward me and my husband. They are the ones who deserve our remembrance, those men and women. And now, here in this record of what happened, they will receive recognition.

You may wonder if our pasts were as colorful as they seem, if our adventures were truly as fantastic and wild as you learned in school. Why, yes, they were. They were all that, and more…

 

THE SCARLET EMPRESS

The 2176 Freedom Series, Book 2

About The Scarlet Empress:

Shot down over North Korea, Air Force fighter pilot Cam “Scarlet” Tucker is imprisoned and put in bio-stasis. She is awakened 160 years later to learn that her wingmate and best friend also survived. Now the “legendary” Banzai Maguire, Bree is being held for treason in the country that was once the United States.

Cam has problems of her own—big problems. She’s in the masterful hands of Prince Kyber, the dictator whom her friend thwarted. He won’t get fooled again. With the mysterious Shadow Voice urging revolution, and her friend in chains, Cam wants the sexy emperor on her side—and maybe a whole lot more. But her role in the thrilling mission to save her country has to come first. Banzai wouldn’t surrender, and Cam won’t either. It’s time to give a royal butt kicking, and Cam knows just where to start.

Nook | iBooks | Kobo | ARe

Amazon: available November 15th

Praise for The Scarlet Empress:

“Exhilarating! As Bree fights for her life, Cam finds herself confronting one of the most powerful men in the world. Grant’s writing remains vivid whether describing astounding futuristic advances, depicting a vicious gun volley or drawing a poignant love scene.” — Publishers Weekly

“Grant’s futuristic military romance demonstrates her trademark qualities of humor, passion, and devotion to duty, as well as a riveting David-and-Goliath conflict. Especially timely in view of current events, The Scarlet Empress offers a thrillingly pointed reminder of the cost of freedom and the continuing sacrifices required of those who value liberty.” — Booklist

“A pulse pounding, heart stopping, and spectacular conclusion to the 2176 Series; a fantastic plot with great twists, turns, hot romance and nonstop action.” — Paranormal Romance Reviews

 

When NY Times/USA Today bestselling author and Air Force veteran Susan Grant isn’t driving an 18-wheeler (AKA a 747 jumbo jet) she loves writing romantic, action-packed stories featuring gutsy woman and honorable men. Flying to exotic places and trying every kind of food imaginable helps Susan bring her sci-fi worlds alive for readers. She is a winner of the prestigious RITA award for her book Contact, an alien abduction sci-fi romance.

Susan’s social media links:

Twitter: @flyerdreamer

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Author.Susan.Grant/

Website: www.susangrant.com

 

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Cosmic Sutra is now available ~ Victoria attends university on another planet #sfr #lesfic #newrelease

Happy release day to COSMIC SUTRA! 

Cosmic Sutra, which was first released as part of the First Ladylove anthology is now available on its own. It is a New Adult Lesbian Sci-Fi Romance about a young woman who is attending university on the other side of the universe, and the trials and tribulations she experiences there. She does not have an easy time adjusting to life at Thanh Academy, but she’s not about to let the aliens walk all over her.

Here’s the blurb:

When Victoria is offered a scholarship to attend Thanh Academy for her last year of university, she jumps at the opportunity. Nothing could be more practical in her psychology studies than to travel to the other side of the universe and live amongst the life forms she strives to learn from.

Upon her arrival, she is met with hostility. Convincing the other students she is not like those from Earth who came before her takes time, but eventually she is embraced by a small group of friends, including a sexy female alien she fantasizes about on a daily basis.

Based on past experience, will Victoria keep her lust hidden deep inside to prevent losing a friend? Or will she confess her feelings to Kaye and possibly find her one true love?

     

AMAZON US | UK | Canada | Germany | Australia | Japan

*Please note: Cosmic Sutra is available for 99¢ today (11/7/2016) only. It returns to its regular price tomorrow.

If you want to read a blurb, check out these sites:

Fantasia Frog Designs + a Giveaway!

Kali Willows

Romance Authors at Large

You can see a list of all the new Sci-Fi and Fantasy Romance titles Wednesday on Veronica Scott’s blog.

You can read the entire first chapter of Cosmic Sutra Thursday on DRB1stChp blog.

Plus, find out who I’d like to have dinner with Friday on Diane Burton’s blog.

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#8Sunday: Victoria meets her guide ~ Excerpt from COSMIC SUTRA #sfr #lesfic #romance

Welcome to another Weekend Writing Warriors post!

Hello! I’ve started NaNoWriMo. I tried once before, but ended up stopping as I had too many other things going on. Such seems to be November for me. But, I’m trying it again. I’m hoping to finish It Took A Zombie Apocalypse, and to write Jager, the next Galactic Defenders story. I’m going to try and keep sharing posts on Sundays, but we’ll see how it goes.

Today, I’m sharing another excerpt from COSMIC SUTRA, which releases November 7th (tomorrow). It’s a lesbian sci-fi new adult romance that takes place on another planet.

Set-up: Last week, Victoria was confident she’d landed at Thanh, but a giant bug-like being greeted her in a not-so-friendly manner.

Standing on two legs, the creature crossed both sets of arms across its chest. “I was beginning to think you Terrans had headed back down the evolutionary ladder.”

Victoria rolled her eyes. She’d just arrived and already been insulted by an alien who resembled a giant ant. Too bad she couldn’t squish it. “And you are?”

“Your guide.” The being made a clicking sound, its antennae bobbing in front of her face. “Your luggage has already been transported to your quarters. I am to show you around before taking you there.”

COSMIC SUTRA

When Victoria is offered a scholarship to attend Thanh Academy for her last year of university, she jumps at the opportunity. Nothing could be more practical in her psychology studies than to travel to the other side of the universe and live amongst the life forms she strives to learn from.

Upon her arrival, she is met with hostility. Convincing the other students she is not like those from Earth who came before her takes time, but eventually she is embraced by a small group of friends, including a sexy female alien she fantasizes about on a daily basis.

Based on past experience, will Victoria keep her lust hidden deep inside to prevent losing a friend? Or will she confess her feelings to Kaye and possibly find her one true love?

Pre-order for 99¢ from:

     

AMAZON US | UK | Canada | Germany | Australia | Japan

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Weekend Writing Warriors is a Sunday short-snippet blog hop in which authors share short excerpts from their books (published or unpublished). There’s a variety of genres–something for everyone! To visit the participating authors, and find out more, click on the logo:

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Get AN ALIEN TO LOVE for #99cents + other Science Fiction and Fantasy titles #scifi #books

99¢ Science Fiction and Fantasy

Patty Jansen is hosting a 99¢ promo event where you, the reader, have the opportunity to get over 100 science fiction and fantasy titles for only 99¢ each. Now, some of these include romance, while some have romantic elements. Others don’t. Plus, there are many box sets included. So, check out the selection from November 5-6, 2016 here.

Get AN ALIEN TO LOVE for 99¢!

You can find the complete list of titles here:

http://pattyjansen.com/promo/

NOTE: Please check the price before downloading as some may not be on sale in your territory. The ebooks in this promo range from short stories, novellas, novels and even multi-book bundles.

 

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SALE on Pre-Made Book Covers @FantasiaFrog Designs and Spittyfish Designs #romance

Hello everyone! As I am starting NaNoWriMo, my wonderful cover artist is having a sale on pre-made book covers. So, if you’re looking for a cover, or just want to browse for the future, check out the sites and sale items…

The sale starts November 1st, 2016 and ends November 15th, 2016 at 11:59 p.m.

SAVE $10!
This sale includes premade covers on the Fantasia Frog (romance, including erotic) and the Spittyfish (YA and non-romance) sites, and everything $25.00 and up.
 
Some new items that are available are in the advert above.

Here are some of my covers designed by Fantasia Frog Designs…

      

      

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Happy Halloween! Plus an update from author Jessica E. Subject

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Tell me, what are you dressing up as for Halloween? I will be a Star Trek Science/Medial Officer. No red shirt for me! I’ll post a picture on Instagram, if I remember to take a picture.

50% REBATE!

At All Romance eBooks, you can get a 50% rebate on all of my titles there. You can find two pages of them here. Ends 10/31.

WHAT TO EXPECT IN NOVEMBER…

COSMIC SUTRA releases November 7, 2016. You can pre-order for 99¢, but the price goes up to $2.99 on November 8, 2016. You can find more information and all buy links here.
I will be participating in a 99¢ Science Fiction and Fantasy Promo November 5-6, 2016. I will post about that on Saturday.
I will be participating in a FREE and 99¢ Science Fiction Romance Promo November 28-30, 2016 with different titles. A post with more information about this promo will go up on the first day.
NANOWRIMO ~ I am participating in National Novel Writing Month starting tomorrow. My goal is to finish IT TOOK A ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE and write all of JAGER (Galactic Defenders book two).
To have more time to write, I will be cutting back in my blogging this month. Besides the above events, I have a couple of guests scheduled on my blog, and I’m going to try to keep posting Weekend Writing Warriors posts on Saturday nights. But, I will be on hiatus for My Sexy Saturday until November.

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#8Sunday: Tentacles, tails, antennae, and more ~ Excerpt from COSMIC SUTRA #scifi #LGBT #romance

Welcome to another Weekend Writing Warriors post!

Hello! I’m sharing another excerpt from COSMIC SUTRA, which releases November 7th. It’s a lesbian sci-fi new adult romance that takes place on another planet.

Set-up: Last week, Victoria came out the other side of the portal. Here’s the first glimpse she gets of where she landed…

Beings rushed to and fro around her, bustling to unknown destinations. Many appeared humanoid, with skin varying in color like a jumbo box of crayons. Others had tentacles and tails  or antennae, with their bodies sectioned into three parts like an insect. Some bundled up in clothing thick enough to wear to the arctic, and even more wore nothing, exposing their sexual parts to those around them. Victoria blushed and glanced up.

Above her, a clear ceiling revealed a breathtaking view of the multitude of stars in the planet’s portion of the galaxy. Giant silver columns linked the ceiling to the floor. She stood, attempting to peer over everyone’s head to locate some sort of sign to tell her where she had to go.

“It’s about time you got to your feet.” A tinsa glared down at her with beady eyes, its heart-shaped head cocked to the side.

COSMIC SUTRA

When Victoria is offered a scholarship to attend Thanh Academy for her last year of university, she jumps at the opportunity. Nothing could be more practical in her psychology studies than to travel to the other side of the universe and live amongst the life forms she strives to learn from.

Upon her arrival, she is met with hostility. Convincing the other students she is not like those from Earth who came before her takes time, but eventually she is embraced by a small group of friends, including a sexy female alien she fantasizes about on a daily basis.

Based on past experience, will Victoria keep her lust hidden deep inside to prevent losing a friend? Or will she confess her feelings to Kaye and possibly find her one true love?

Pre-order for 99¢ from:

     

AMAZON US | UK | Canada | Germany | Australia | Japan

~*~*~

Weekend Writing Warriors is a Sunday short-snippet blog hop in which authors share short excerpts from their books (published or unpublished). There’s a variety of genres–something for everyone! To visit the participating authors, and find out more, click on the logo:

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#MySexySaturday: Over the edge to save his betrothed in THE STAR PRINCESS #sfr #romance

Hello and welcome to the 165th week of My Sexy Saturday.

Here are the details: every Saturday, published and unpublished authors will be sharing 7 words, sentences, or paragraphs from a work-in-progress or an already published story.

Today’s theme is…

MY SEXY ADVENTURE

Here’s an excerpt from THE STAR PRINCESS…

 

Setup: Prince Deion has travelled across the galaxy to meet the woman he is betrothed to. But, not everything goes as planned. He gets sick, and the princess believes the prince to be his aide. When he tries to tell her the truth, she ends up jumping off the edge of a cliff…

Without giving his fear a chance to stop him, he leapt off the edge. If he couldn’t save her up top, he’d grab her from the water before she drowned.

He sliced through the depths until his body’s buoyancy stopped his plunge. Stroking toward the surface, he sucked in a huge gulp of air, spluttering.

To his left, Ro’sa thrashed in the water before sinking under. Diving in her direction, Deion wrapped an arm around her waist and drew her to him. Though he didn’t mind having her so close, he couldn’t enjoy their proximity until he had her safely on land. Maybe he’d yell at her, too, for making such a rash decision.

He dragged her up the bank and laid her on the crystal-like sand, panic still clenching his chest. He tilted her chin up and leaned close to listen for her breath.

No brush of air against his cheek. No rise and fall of her ample chest, her breasts perfectly round, though puckered at the peaks. Fuck, even with the urgent situation, his hormones leapt into overdrive.

He fitted his mouth to hers and blew. Three quick chest pumps while resisting the temptation to touch more of her soft emerald skin. He leaned toward her again and caught a giggle before Ro’sa wrapped her arms around him. Her breath passed across his lips, shoving away his worry and igniting flames of desire. “Do you want me?”

Why, the little tease! “You didn’t drown at all.”

THE STAR PRINCESS

In one week, Princess Ro’sa will board a spaceship, leaving her home on Minjet to be with her betrothed on Earth. The only problem is, she detests the prince’s selfish and arrogant ways, preferring to spend time with his personal aide, a man who stirs her desires in ways she never imagined possible with his radiant blue eyes and smouldering lips. And oh, the way he touches her.

Earth’s post-apocalyptic landscape offers little but the alliance offers much and a princess must do her duty, no matter the danger to her person and to her heart.

      

AMAZON US | UK | Canada |  Germany | Australia | Japan

Also available as an Audio Book at  Audible | Amazon | iTunes

For more My Sexy Saturday postings, check out the participants’ list.

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It’s Time For Spookapalooza 2016 #romance #reading #giveaway

You are invited to The Romance Studio’s annual Halloween party. They’re giving away an Amazon gift ecard (electronic gift card only, value $100 minimum) to one lucky reader. There will be author prizes at this party. There’s a vote on the site and each participating authors is listed. The top 3 authors will win prizes from TRS! They’re giving away a lot of other prizes too!

Where is it going to be held?

The event will be held exclusively at The Romance Studio Party Site.

When is it going to be held?

From October 27th (today) through Midnight EST October 31, 2016.

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