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Tea Time, Have a cuppa with me

If you’ve followed me for awhile you know I love tea. I’m always trying new flavors, making tea sandwiches and hosting tea parties. It makes me happy. ( Yeah, my little girs don’t mind it either * winks) You guys know I’m a firm believer in self-care, replenishing, and rewarding yourself for all the hard work you put in. For me, exploring the things that interest me further is just that. I invite you to take some time out and do the same.

That being said, you can understand just how excited I became when I discovered a subscription that would deliver four new teas a month for a reasonable price. Some of my favorite videos online feature people trying new things, so I thought I’d flip the tables and do a tea sampling video for you guys. I know I have readers who share my fondness for tea, so this one is for you.

Beautiful young African woman enjoying a cup of coffee.

This reminded me of a book, What the Heart Knows, because my lead female was a barista. You might remember her, Juniper. The teas I’ll be trying this month are Coconut Cabana, Organic Lavender Earl Grey, Spring Kiss, and Red Rose Rooibos. Join me as I debut my very first, but not last, sampling.

Self-Care and Avoiding Burn Out ( Sapphire Soul Unboxing)

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Happy Thursday everyone! One more day until Friday and the weekend fun can begin. I’m back again with another Vlog. This one will feature another Unboxing. The subscription I choose to highlight today is Sapphire Soul.

This box comes from a unique company that features holistic beauty and health items. What does that mean? Essential oils, truth bombs (incredible, inciteful, uplifting cards), candles, jewelry, etc.

What I love most about their box is how focused it is on self-care. One thing I think too many of us women put on the back burner. To help others, we have to remember to refuel ourselves from time to time. This is the perfect reminder. I’m horribly guilty of burning out on a relatively regular basis. So, I committed to taking more me time, and this was one of many steps I’ve taken. I could go more into detail, but that’s what the vlog is for. :)

Inspiration in a Box ( my first Unboxing!)

I told you guys I was going to get this blog rocking again, and you know me when I’m on a mission. * Game face on. I joined some fun subscriptions for a few reasons. Number one, I love to get mail. I can’t help it, let’s blame my mother. She instilled in me the value of a good hand written letter, thank you cards and unexpected parcels. Reason number 2? Well to keep you entertained of course. What’s better than trying something new yourself, letting someone else test it out so you can see if you’re truly interested in it or not. We’ll be exploring boxes focused on all walks of life, so if this isn’t your cup of tea, tune in next week and see if it’s more to your liking.

Today’s unveiling was my Loved and Blessed boxed. The company sends out a fantastic uplifting message rooted in the Christian faith, but in my opinion viable for everyone. Their themed box is full of encouraging quotes, some scriptures, pictures, and jewelry. I received an awesome anchor bracelet; I can’t wait to rock. It’s also just ten dollars a month. This month’s focus was strength. I could write on, but then it’d defeat the purpose of my vlog. So….. * Fades to black.

Find out more on Loved & Blessed Here

A girl and her Records

I grew up listening to records. My mom had one of those old school records player that was twice as big as I was, and a killer collection. ( She still does, in case you���re wondering) Some of my favorite memories are listening to her 45s, and smelling incense on a lazy Saturday. I knew one day, I wanted to grow up and start a collection of my own.

Then college, careers as a flight attendant, and life as a military wife happened. During that time, I was very wary of buying too much. Because I knew I had to pack it up, and there was a possibility I couldn���t take it all with me. Then my husband shifted his career, got out, and started school full time. We bought a home, and a whole new world opened up to me. I���m able to truly embrace being a homeowner, put down deep roots, and express myself in a way I���ve been longing to for��� well years.

Now we all know decorating your first home happens slowly with pieces from here and pieces from there. But every now and then we have to splurge. The record player was one of those tiny bucket lists items. The one thing you dreamed of having in your home, and you finally get. It���s a portable turquoise Crossley that plays, 45s, 33 1/2s, and 78s. It has speakers, a headphone jack, and a place to plug in my iPod if I want to listen to it through the speakers. I loved that additional feature. I took her out for a spin last night along with my brand new headphones. The experience was incredible.

My first three picks Were Led Zeppelin, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Lana Del Rey.

Why? Because��� Robert Plant enough said, John Fogerty��� that mans��� voice is a beautiful weapon. I���m just saying, I think he ushered in the conception of many a child, and Lana ���. She���s amazing, and she has an old school sound I just knew would be elevated by vinyl, not to mention her musical arrangements. I love music. I played in the band, had my first career in the field, and connect on a level that lends to my eccentricity. The pop of the record, the clear sound of each instrument, and the arrangement beautifully melded vocal tracks were dare I say moving. It���s not the same as listening to digital. I know it���s become a clich��, but it���s so true.

This morning as I sat drinking my coffee and listening to Ms. Rey I couldn���t help but smile. It���s the little things in life that matter, and finally I���ve started a record collection of my own. From time to time I���ll update you on my additions, and maybe take a few shots of my ���treasure hunting��� trips. Are you a record collector? What albums would you suggest? Do you have favorites?

Pash Pack Un boxing…. beware Sexiness ahead

Caution. This is a spicy blog, so if that’s not your thing you may want to skip this one.

I planned on making this my very first Vlog, but my camera equipment hasn���t arrived yet because��� the internet or��� the postal service. I think they���re equally to blame. Hopefully next week I���ll have a video offering.

As a recap, last week I told you guys about how I���d subscribed to an adult box delivered monthly called Pash Pack.

Can I just say not only was the box discreet, but exciting to receive. I mean, how often do we get snail mail we actually want? *whispers And that���s naughty? The nondescript cardboard box didn���t give the slightest hint of the goodies that awaited me. I opened it up and found white tissue paper. I peeled it back to reveal rose petals, and a piece of paper that listed the items. The Pash Box does a theme. This months was ���Assume the Position.���

Dual Flexible Dildo

Do it Doggie harness , Super Strap Lovers’ Sling , Secrets Vibrating Thong

This will add some spice! My brain exploded with scenes when I saw these. Now when you read my books you’ll be looking for some of the items I’m listing. * laughs. ) These three things, plus the vibrator above more than pay for the price of the box. )

Pleasure Stars Cock Rings

You can’t see this while they’re in the package, but these have designs on them! Tiny hearts, and diamonds. I knew instantly they would find their way into one of my stories. I have to tell you guys writing sex and keeping things fresh is hard. That’s what inspired me to subscribe to the Pash Pack in the first place.

Climate Bursts Lube

Tingling and warmth, sounds like a good time. This reminded me of the KY gel they were selling a year ago. The his and hers… you remember the commercials.

Monogamay massage Candle

This item was my favorite thing in the entire box. A candle ( Strawberry Champagne) that smells heavenly and melts down into massage gel. This is perfect for couples at any heat level. It reminded me how sensual touch can be. ( See, romance authors need to stay on point too)

Nipplicious Gel

Passion fruit flavored goodness. Yeah I tasted it lol. It had a tingling property to it that was… unexpected, but not unfavorable.

There were more extras. I mean holy lube shop batman. As well as some fun positioning cards

I’m looking forward to next month’s box! This was a thought provoking bundle of fun. I really enjoyed diving in and letting my imagination run wild. I think it’d be great for fellow authors to keep their mental motors running, and couples looking to have a little fun.

Cover Reveal : The Reapers by Ali Winter …

Today I’m honored to reveal this lovely cover for Ya author, Ali Winter . You can pick up this fabulous YA Fantasy release later on this month, on May 31st.

The Reapers by Ali Winter

COMING MAY 31st.

Blurb

The balance of life and death must be kept at all costs.������Having been a reaper as long as she can remember, Nivian knows that what she does is essential in maintaining balance. After being assigned to a rushed mark she finds that there is more to this human than any other she has encountered.������Kain had been living an ordinary life without a second thought until he meets Nivian who turns his world upside down. He is thrust into a world of hunters and reapers. The keepers of life and death have been feuding for centuries over a reason no one can even remember.������With Kain having been marked for reaping, and Nivian being hunted, they forge a friendship and together must find the truth in order to keep balance in check. Wrong choices could destroy everything. As they journey they discover hidden histories, powers, and lies and truths that have been spun since the beginning of time. The consequence of failure, unimaginable.

Excerpt:

Nivian jumped over the edge of the bridge, landing with a soft tap on the surface of the water. She reached down, pulled the soul of the driver up by the collar of his shirt, and stood him up next to her on top of the water. She took the drivers hand palm up in hers, waving her other hand over his. She pinched the air and pulled, lifting up and exposing his life string, his wide eyes were hypnotized by the glowing string. She grabbed the scythe strapped to her back and swung. With a slow deliberate movement she sliced the human���s thread. The light formed a ball and hovered as she pulled out the small pocket watch. The life light floated down to the watch and sunk into it, disappearing. With a snap, she closed the watch and returned it to her pocket.

���You really shouldn���t drink and drive; you could have seriously hurt someone,��� she said giving him an apathetic look. He gaped at her, mouth opening and closing like a fish. ���Yes, you really are dead.��� She confirmed as she started to turn away.

���Are you ��� the devil?��� he managed to sputter.

���No, of course not. I am just the natural order of things,��� she said, briefly looking back at him. ���Wait here; your spirit counselor will be here soon for you to guide you to your afterlife. I have other jobs tonight,��� She turned, walking away as she pulled her hood back up over her head and vanished.

About the Author

Author Bio: Ali grew up in the Pacific North West. She attended Oregon State University for photography. After many adventures she moved to Colorado and earning second degree, she found and met and married her husband. ���Ali currently lives in windy Wyoming with her husband and two dogs, Nika and Tedward. When not writing Ali is either photographing, knitting, reading, dancing or staying inside where it���s warm with a hot cup of coffee. She dreams of traveling the world someday soon.

Want to know more about Ali?

Check her out on Facebook , hit her up on Twitter @aliwinters_

She loves to chat, so be sure to drop her a line at authoraliwinters@yahoo.com���

Back in Black… What’s to come

Back in Black

So it���s been awhile, and I apologize for that. My goal is to breathe new life into the blog, and really get it going. Now, I spent months thinking long and hard about how I wanted to do to that. In the end, I decided to embark on a new adventure and bring you along the ride. For me being inspires means constantly learning and trying new things, so that���s what I plan on doing. I���ve thought up a few fun ways to do this, and I���ll be launching them starting next month! Here���s a sneak peak of what���s to come next week. ;)

Sneak Preview : Keeping It Spicy.

We all know if we eat too much of the same thing, it begins to be well��� bland. In order to keep things fresh, interesting and appealing we have to spice it up and try new things from time to time. Well writing is no different, especially when it comes to sex scenes. I���m constantly on the hunt for ways to keep my love scenes not just hot, but sensual. It���s lead me to read books that would make you arch your eyebrows, sites that would make put ���clear my history��� in my will and testament. * laughs. Recently I came across a new phenomenon for inspiration��� Adult Box subscriptions.

I���m sure many of you have heard of box subscriptions like Loot Crate. You sign up, pay a monthly fee, and get a box full of awesome delivered to you. Well these books take a��� steamier approach. The box of choice I went with is called Pash Pack.

Next week I���ll be back with a rundown of the products and * whispers. Pictures. I may even do a video. I hope you���re looking forward to the new blog. I have some fun things planned. For those of you who enjoyed the Mid-week Boost, don���t worry there will be more of that to come as well.

Spot light : THE LADY OF GLADSTONE MANOR Jamallah Bergman

BLURB FROM THE LADY OF GLADSTONE MANOR

Jackson Belle, the son of a prominent family of landscapers and architects whose work has been the ���Showcase of the South���, goes to take what he thinks is a routine job for his father who is soon in bed after a fall. He soon finds himself going to Gladstone Manor, a home well known in town as a house that once would host grand balls and parties for the town. But is nothing more than a shell of its former glorious self. Soon Jackson finds himself diving deep within the mystery of Gladstone Manor and its owner Brooke Langley.

Brooke Langley���s life at Gladstone Manor at one time was wonderful and she enjoyed the many memories she had as a child, watching the many people coming to the parties and balls that her parents would give. But a tragic accident leaves Brooke in seclusion, afraid of what the world outside of the Manor would think of her now. It isn���t until Jackson Belle comes into her life and shows her that someone does care that slowly starts to come out to the world and soon finds true love as well.

EXCERPT

���Let me ask you this, do you remember Mr. Langley���s daughter?���

���You mean, Brooke,��� Jackson���s mother interjected as she came in with a tray holding Howard���s lunch.

���Brooke, that���s her name, right?���

���Oh yes, I remember Brooke, she was such a sweet child. Always smiling and making everybody around her laugh. Such a beautiful child with so much life in her until that evil woman of a stepmother messed her up. I remember Walter was so heartbroken by what happened. He knew they didn���t get along because they were like oil and water, they just didn���t mix well. She hated Brooke because she was the apple of Walter���s eye and a constant reminder of her late mother. She got more of his attention and her stepmother hated her with a passion because of that. When she had the accident, her father had her going to all kinds of doctors and surgeons, even sent her to Europe to see a specialist who dealt with people in her situation. After Walter died, she stayed in Europe for the longest time. Some people thought that she had passed away but then one day, word got out that groceries and other things were being delivered to the Manor.��� She stared at the photo of Brooke by the fountain.

That entire day while at his father���s, they both worked on the plans for the garden. He would go from his father���s work area to his father���s bedroom to see what he thought of the plans so far.

���Sweetheart, you have a phone call. I think it���s from the Manor,��� Nancy said, popping her head in the room while Jackson drew on the blueprint.

Picking up the phone, Jackson said, ���Hello.���

���Hello, Mr. Belle, this is Brooke Langley calling,��� a soft, mellow voice said on the other end.

���Hello, Ms. Langley, it���s nice to finally hear from you. How are you?���

���Fine, thank you, I talked with Nora and I just wanted to see what your point of view on the condition of the garden.���

���Well, I will tell you that it needs plenty of work but it���s a job that I look forward to starting. I am always up for a challenge. I told Nora I wanted you to make a list of things you might want to see in your garden. Have you started yet?���

���Yes, I have. I was trying to go by memory, but there���s plenty I want to add. I have to say I���m pretty excited that this is being done. It���s been a long time since I���ve seen the garden the way it was before.���

Her voice entranced Jackson. ���I can come get the list from you if you want. That way, I can show you what I have so far.��� Jackson replied, hoping she would agree to meet in person.

At first, he heard nothing and thought that maybe she hung up the phone. ���Hello? Are you there, Ms. Langley?���

���Yes, I���m still here. I don���t think it would be a good idea to meet just yet. I can have Nora give you the list when you get here, if that���s all right?���

���That would be just fine, Ms. Langley. But I do hope to get the chance to actually see you one of these days, face to face.���

���Take care, Mr. Belle.��� She hung up.

The conversation left Jackson with a sense of accomplishment in what he���d done so far. Also, he felt curious, wondering who the woman behind the voice was.

LINKS

FB AUTHOR PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/jamallahbergmanauthor

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TWITTER: @silentbutloud1

AMAZON AUTHOR PAGE: http://www.amazon.com/Jamallah-Bergman/e/B006HT16WY/ref=ntt_athr_dp_pel_pop_1

BARNES & NOBLE PAGE: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/jamallah-bergman?store=allproducts&keyword=jamallah+bergman

Buy Link

Amazon

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00VPPXAD8���

Kobo: https://store.kobobooks.com/���/e���/the-lady-of-gladstone-manor

Preview of Arctic Bound by Tigris Eden !

I want to welcome author Tigris Eden who’s here to talk about her latest release, Arctic Bound!

I want to say a huge thank you to Shyla Colt for giving me some air time on her blog! She���s an amazing writing, which I know all of you will agree with! If you enjoy a good paranormal featuring a bad ass heroine and an alpha werewolf, then this book is for you! Hope you enjoy the excerpt! If you do happen to purchase a copy of Arctic Bound, please leave a review. Honest reviews are the best reviews! Hands down! Once I reach 100 reviews I���ll be giving away $100 GC of the winner���s choosing!

Links to the Virtual Signing

https://www.myauthorbiz.com/VirtualSigning.php?acct=TE2329154014 If you would prefer an autograph e-copy you can click this link: https://www.autography.com/queue/add/4558dbb6f6f8bb2e16d03b85bde76e2c

Excerpt

It was unbearably hot. Too hot if she was in her cabin. She never got her cabin this warm, like ever. So how was it so warm now? Opening her eyes, Nerina noticed that not only was she not in her cabin, but there was something very hot and heavy pressed up against her. She didn���t have to guess, because it was hard to miss a steel-hard cock seated in the seam of her ass. But whose cock? Okay, she was dreaming. That was it. She was dreaming, or she had died and gone to heaven. A woman���s heaven. Where warm bodies and solid arms locked in a tight embrace. A heaven where a man���s hand was palming her breast in way that said she belonged to him and only him. Praise be to the Almighty above, she scored big time!

Nerina reached behind her back to grab his erection and gasped. Well, what do you know, the length alone was impressive. Heavily veined and thick all the way around, and not just at the tip. Yup, she���d died and gone straight pass the pearly gates. Or maybe it was hell. It was too hot to be heaven.

Take it girl. It���s been two years, two long, lonely battery operated years.

That was too long for any sane women to go without the touch of a man. Whoever he was groaned in her ear. Hot breath fanned across her cheek while the hand holding her breast squeezed. Delicious tingles broke out across her skin and Nerina ground her ass into the length that was currently pulsing against the crease of her ass. Teeth scraped the back of her neck making her grip the cock in her hand harder. This earned her a growl, a growl that reminded her of a wolf. The horrible reality of what happened to her snapped her out of her sexual haze. Like alcohol poured on an open wound, Nerina cringed. The bear. The woods. Her body being flung into a tree. Being knocked unconscious after it did a number on her back and ribs. She knew she had gashes in her stomach from the giant paw that had clipped her. The arm around her waist and the hand at her hand moved to her neck where it gripped. Not hard, but strong enough to hold her immobile.

The voice in her ear sent icy-cold fear surging through her body.

���Don���t move.���

Nerina���s spine tightened. Not in fear, but in anger.

���Why are we naked, in a cave? Or how about you one up me and explain why I felt like I was dying, which obviously was a figment of my fantastic imagination. I distinctly remember being tossed like a rag doll by a big ass bear.���

Nerina remembered those last moments. The lack of air, the crushing weight of her chest as her ribs collapsed. It had felt like a boulder had been dropped on her. Her life hadn���t flashed before her clouded vision and there was no white light. There had been darkness. Over reaching darkness that clouded not only her sight, but her consciousness. It felt like a door was closing shut permanently as she lay limp against the tree. Yet, now she felt as if she could run a marathon. Why was that?

���Wouldn���t you rather fuck first?���

Her body of course was all on top of that, but her mind knew better. Victor loathed her.

���I���d rather you explain what in the hell is going on, Vic.���

���Women who���d rather talk are a direct hit to any male ego.���

Oh the hell well. He���d just have to get over it.

She tried untangling herself from his body, but he held tight.

���We���ll talk like this. You���re still weak no matter how stubborn or sassy that mouth of yours is. Your body isn���t fully healed.���

And she wouldn���t expect it to be. How long was she out for? Days? Longer?

���How long have we been stuck in this cave and why am I naked?���

Victor didn���t say anything, so she asked again. When he still didn���t answer, she squeezed the cock in her hand, and realized���Shit! I still have his cock in my hand! Quickly she released him, feeling his body sigh.

���Thank you for that. Couldn���t think straight with your hand wrapped around my dick.���

Nerina grunted.

���Now, to answer your question. We���ve been here a few hours. There is a storm out there and until it���s finished its song and dance with Mother Nature, this is where we���ll stay. I saved you from the bear������

Nerina tried to interrupt him at that point but his hand around her neck tightened slightly so she wasn���t able to do more than take a breath. ���You���re naked because you were freezing and since my temperature runs higher I used my body heat to warm you up.���

Victor kissed the back of her neck then, eliciting more chills and more deep body sighs. She wasn���t supposed to be attracted to him. He didn���t like her, and she quickly reminded him of that when she reached out with her scared hand to get his attention. Only her hand wasn���t scared anymore.

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Cover reveal: Devil’s Gate by Rue Valley

The Devil’s Gate

Cover artist: Rue Volley

Coming April 12th

Blurb:

Curiosity can be a dangerous thing. In Abigail Watson’s case, it nearly ended her life.

Jack’s tastes are very defined, and his ability to seduce with ease draws Abigail into his dark world.

After a brush with death, Abigail is reminded of just how short life can be…then she meets Jack Landon, the mysterious heir to the Landon fortune and her savior from a certain death. One taste of him on her lips and she is consumed with a desire, a willingness to submit and let him take the gift that she has protected for so long.

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Rue’s Bio
Rue Volley resides on Earth with her husband, Von Erik, and their two pug sons, Momo and Oshi. She is an award winning author, graphic artist, and screenwriter. She is also the Creative/Marketing Director for Crushing Hearts and Black Butterfly Publishing, and co-owner of Lovebites Production Company, which specializes in Dark Fantasy Films.

Rue released her first film, Hellhound, in November of 2014. She is currently working on two more films, ‘The Devil’s Gate’ and ‘Into the Never’.

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Rue’s links

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