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PRINT BOOK GIVEAWAY (27 Winners!!!)

I'm giving away 27...yes TWENTY-SEVEN signed print books. Yes, I'm that happy. You'll even see Finding Abigail there...meaning you might get it before everyone else next month. 

I have:

2 Copies of Redwood Pack Vol 1
7 Copies of Redwood Pack Vol 2
2 Copies of Redwood Pack Vol 3
9 Copies of Dust of My Wings
4 Copies of Santa's Executive
3 Copies of Finding Abigail


Now, what do you have to do to enter?

You need to comment with your email address by telling me what's your favorite non-Redwood Pack book and what's your favorite Redwood Pack book.

You need to sign up for my NEWSLETTER.

You need to somehow share this prize, any one of my series, or any of my books on some form of social media. That means you can tweet, Facebook, use Pintrest, Tumblr, Google+, or blog. Then in that same comment on this blog, put the URL link of where you did it. (if you can) 

Not too hard. I promise.

I will choose 27 winners total. Not too bad, right?

Disclaimer
Comment by 11:59:59 PM Eastern time on 1/19/13 for your chance to win. Winners will be selected randomly using a Random.org. Winners will be contacted by the blog owner by the end of the week. Only one entry per ISP address. The contest is OPEN to international readers. No purchase necessary to enter. Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Void where prohibited.

Character Profiles: BLURRED EXPECTATIONS

Blurred Expectations - Redwood Pack Book 4.5 Hannah Jamenson has babies on the brain. It seems that her sisters-in-law are expanding their family in the blink of an eye, but Hannah  feels left behind. Every time that little test reads negative a little part of her dies and she feels like her Healing powers are failing her. Her mates, Josh and Reed, are doing everything they can to help her deal with their trials and losses, but they too feel like there is nothing they can do.Just when the lines of what they mean to each other go out of focus, an enemy from Josh's past is back to prove the things that go bump in the night are real and everything they had held dear is now in jeopardy. In order to fight back and find their way, they'll need to put everything on the line before they lose it all.Author’s Note: This is a novella set between books 4 and 5 to give you a taste of Reed, Josh, and Hannah. It is best that you have already immersed yourselves in the Redwood Pack world, however even new readers will enjoy a glimpse of the Redwood’s favorite triad.Find it On:Amazon | Barnes & Noble | ARe | Kobo

Finding Abigail Chapter 1

Finding Abigail (Holiday, Montana Book 3) Chapter 1 is now up! Tyler and Abby's story will be out the first week of February. Are you ready!

Check out the 1st Chapter here: http://www.carrieannryan.com/books/holiday-montana-series/finding-abigail/


Tyler Cooper is the town sheriff and, in the past, had been the only person keeping Holiday steady. Though the community is now finding out that it’s town is magical, Tyler has always known it—it’s in his blood.  He has always known his fate of becoming a cupid, striking love into the hearts others, but an enemy from his past is set on keeping him from finding his own destiny—and love.Abigail Clarke is leaving Holiday for good. She has to. After years of trying to fit in and make Tyler notice her, she’s giving up. She’s watched her friends fall in love and it’s  heartbreaking. Acknowledging that the one man she’s always loved doesn’t want her,  it’s time to move on and find her own future.Right when the stars align and Tyler opens his eyes, his enemy is back and has his sights on Abigail. Abigail is in danger and Tyler  may be the only one to stand up to him and save her.Warning: Contains one sexy sheriff who turns into cupid, complete with bow and arrow, the sweetest teacher you’ll ever meet who needs to find her bad girl side, and a love of candy hearts that’s sure to bring them together.

Saturday Snippet: Dust of My Wings

Howdy! I thought today I'd show off a bit of my backlist! Dust of My Wings is the first book in the Dante's Circle series with the second book, Her Warriors' Three Wishes, coming out in April. Enjoy! Also it's on sale for only 99cents for a limited time!


Her friends left, and Lily was alone in her home, nervous as all hell. A moment later, a knock at the door startled her, and her pulse quickened. He was here. Okay, you can do it. Just don’t throw up.Lily laughed. That was a great thing to think before a date. She opened a door with a smile on her face then froze in her tracks.He was even more handsome now. How on earth was that possible?His midnight black hair hung loose, framing his face.  He wore a black button-down shirt tucked into jeans with the sleeves rolled up so she could see his forearms. Damn, she wanted to lick them. Just a little taste.Who knew forearms were sexy? His dark jeans encased thick thighs and make her think of what else could be thick…She raised her head and blushed.Oh. God.“Hi.” Shade smiled and tilted his head.“Hi,” she said on a quiet exhale.“You look beautiful, Lily.” He tucked a stray hair behind her ear, and she shivered.“You do, too.” She blushed again. Soon she’d be Crayola red. “I mean you look handsome.”He traced her jaw with a calloused finger. “Thank you. Are you ready to go?”She swallowed hard. “Uh-huh.”Okay, she really had to remember the English language. This was getting embarrassing.“Okay, then.” He trailed his hand down her arm and wrapped his hand around hers. His warm skin felt like heaven against hers.She shook her head, clearing her thoughts. How was she supposed to get through a whole date if she couldn’t even formulate enough of a conversation to get out of the door?
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Fresh Friday Reads: Week of 1.7.13

Howdy! I bought most of these books last week, but with the hop going on, I saved them for today. This week, I'm actually on a backlist Nora Roberts kick LOL. What have you bought this year so far?


Blurred Expectations - Carrie Ann Ryan

Hannah Jamenson has babies on the brain. It seems that her sisters-in-law are expanding their family in the blink of an eye, but Hannah feels left behind. Every time that little test reads negative a little part of her dies and she feels like her Healing powers are failing her. Her mates, Josh and Reed, are doing everything they can to help her deal with their trials and losses, but they too feel like there is nothing they can do.

Just when the lines of what they mean to each other go out of focus, an enemy from Josh's past is back to prove the things that go bump in the night are real and everything they had held dear is now in jeopardy. In order to fight back and find their way, they'll need to put everything on the line before they lose it all.

Author’s Note: This is a novella set between books 4 and 5 to give you a taste of Reed, Josh, and Hannah. It is best that you have already immersed yourselves in the Redwood Pack world, however even new readers will enjoy a glimpse of the Redwood’s favorite triad.


Shades of Gray - Maya Banks

P.J. and Cole were sharpshooting rivals on the same KGI team and enjoyed a spirited, uncomplicated camaraderie. Until the night they gave in to their desires and suddenly took their relationship one step further. In the aftermath of their one night stand, they’re called up on a mission that goes terribly wrong, and P.J. walks away from KGI, determined not to drag her teammates into the murky shadows she’s poised to delve into.

Six months later, Cole hasn’t given up his search for P.J., and he’s determined to bring her back home where she belongs. Bent on vengeance, P.J. is on a mission that will plunge her into a serpentine game of payback and make her question everything she’s ever believed in. Cole—and the rest of their team—refuse to let her go it alone. Even if it means sacrificing their loyalty to KGI and their very lives…


The Seduction of Elliot McBride - Jennifer Ashley

PROPERLY IMPROPER…AND DARING TO LOVE… 

Juliana St. John was raised to be very proper. After a long engagement, her wedding day dawns—only for Juliana to find herself jilted at the altar.

Fleeing the mocking crowd, she stumbles upon Elliot McBride, the tall, passionate Scot who was her first love. His teasing manner gives her an idea, and she asks Elliot to save her from an uncertain future—by marrying her…

After escaping brutal imprisonment, Elliot has returned to Scotland a vastly wealthy yet tormented man. Now Juliana has her hands full restoring his half-ruined manor in the Scottish Highlands and trying to repair the broken heart of the man some call irredeemably mad. Though beautiful and spirited, Juliana wonders if that will be enough to win a second chance at love.


Chance of a Lifetime - Jodi Thomas

Emily, the local librarian, has started a writing group, but as the group stumbles through both the fiction and reality of their lives, they’re learning much more than how to write. But Emily suddenly has other things on her mind when a friend from her past shows up in Harmony's library. Now she must deal with a secret she’s kept for fifteen years—a secret that changed her life and threatens to shatter her future.

Meanwhile, new lawyer Rick Matheson thinks he’s in charge of his world until accidents start happening all around him. Just when he realizes someone is trying to kill him, he meets a beautiful U.S. Marshal named Trace Adam. Now that the marshal has given him an even stronger reason to go on living, he must learn to take a chance on life to dream bigger—and love better—than he ever has before...  

Perfect Fit - Carly Phillips

MIKE
Always feeling like the odd man out in his family, Michael Marsden wanted to make it on his own. So he escaped Serendipity to become an undercover cop in Manhattan, where the Marsden name wasn't known. But Michael's independence is compromised when he returns home to replace his sick father as chief of police. Back in the shadow of his family, he's as lost and restless as ever, until he's challenged by someone he never anticipated.

CARA
Cara Hartley is the Serendipity cop with whom Mike had a one night stand three months earlier. Neither expected anything more but fate has other things in store. When Mike returns as Cara's boss, the sexual tension between them is impossible to ignore - and the unexpected emotional connection continues to grow. But Cara's a small town girl while Mike has a wanderer's blood in his veins. 

Together their chemistry explodes but ...
Both are convinced a future together is impossible. Until Mike's real father's secrets come back to haunt him and he realizes there are some things worth staying and fighting for. Including Cara.

Sea Glass Winter - JoAnn Ross

He was used to getting what he wanted. And what he wanted was her.As an Explosive Ordnance Disposal Specialist, Dillon Slater had one of the most dangerous jobs in the military. Now, he’s enjoying the pace of life in Shelter Bay, where he teaches high school physics. He still gets to blow things up, but as the school basketball coach he also gets to impart leadership skills. His latest minefield: fifteen-year-old Matt Templeton—and Matt’s irresistible mother…

Claire Templeton moved her troubled teenage son to the small town of Shelter Bay to escape the bad influences at his school in L.A. But when his attitude earns her a visit from the handsome basketball coach, she wonders if this role model might be too much of a temptation—for her. Because though she isn’t looking for a relationship, she can’t seem to resist Dillon’s playful charm. But what she doesn’t realize is that Dillon isn’t playing games—he’s playing for keeps…  

An Interview with Hannah, Josh, and Reed from BLURRED EXPECTATIONS

Carrie Ann took a deep breath as she made her way through the wards of the Redwood Pack, her body still shaking over the magic that had poured through her.It hadn’t always been like that, no, before she’d been able to go through the wards with relative ease. But now with the addition of Bay’s blood within the Pack, the wards were stronger.The Redwoods needed that.Carrie Ann suppressed a shudder as to the exact reason why. Her wolves  had been through so much, and she knew there was much more for them to come.She only hoped everyone made it through.No, she couldn’t think about that either, not when she had to go interview three of her most favorite people. Hannah“Carrie Ann!” Hannah called from the porch, the smile on her face bright enough to block the sun.Damn, it felt good to see that. Hannah needed all the happiness she could get.She held Hannah tight in a hug and closed her eyes. Yes, she missed Hannah and her men, hence why she’d written a whole new story on them.“It’s good to see you hon,” she said as Hannah led her in to the living room where Reed and Josh were hanging a new painting of Reed’s on the wall.They were both shirtless, their muscles straining as the lifted the thing.“I still can’t believe their mine sometimes,” Hannah whispered and Carrie Ann could only nod.It was hard not to love Hannah, but jealousy could easily climb into Carrie Ann’s mind at the view of two half-naked, sweaty, very, verysexy men that called Hannah their own.Lucky bitch.Reed looked over his shoulder and smiled. “Hey, Carrie Ann, good to see you. We’re almost done.”“Oh no, please continue,” Carrie Ann teased as she watched the men stretch and work.Yes, she could get used to this.Finally, the men were done and enveloped Carrie Ann in sweaty, very sexy hugs.*sigh*Carrie Ann cleared her throat and looking into Hannah’s knowing eyes. “Okay, y’all. Let’s get down to business.”Josh raised a brow. “Oh really?”“Ugh, you know that’s not what I meant.” Though the idea had possibilities…NO! “I mean the interview. Readers are dying to hear how y’all are doing.”“Say y’all one more time, darling,” Reed drawled in a very bad interpretation of a Texan. Josh“Oh shut it,” Carrie Ann said as she felt the blush rise in her cheeks. “You know I can’t help it. I even type it in emails even though I haven’t lived in the south in ten years. Okay, let’s talk about you because frankly, I’m boring to readers.”The three didn’t comment and Carrie Ann rolled their eyes. Smooth guys. “Now, Hannah, how are you feeling?” Hannah smiled. “I’m dong freaking amazing. It has been such a whirlwind year and I’m so happy that we are taking this new path of ours.”Carrie Ann laughed. “Hard not to give spoilers, isn’t it?”Josh nodded. “You have no idea. But before you ask,  the three of us are closer than ever. Everything that’s happened to us—in both books—strengthened our bond and strengthened us.”She let out a sigh. “Oh thank, God. I’m always so scared when things like that happen, but I knew you guys would make it through.”Reed shook his head. “I would hope so.”“Okay, we’ll, I’ll get the other questions about your life in another interview, but let’s get down to the fun things. Like….do you three share a room all the time? Or do you have separate rooms?”“Actually we have one main bedroom for the three of us. Jasper helped us build it so it’s even bigger than a king,” Josh answered and Hannah blushed. He wrapped his arm around her and nibbled on her ear. “But we also have our guest room that we use for the other person when we need time for just two of us.”“Though the rarely let me use it,” Hannah said dryly.“Why would we? We like you pressed up against us,” Reed said. Reed“Okay, you guys. Keep it nice and not to sexy when I’m in the room, okay? I already know far too much about your sex lives. Now, Josh, do you still do all the cooking?”Josh laughed. “Yeah, I kind of have to. Reed and Hannah have started fires, burned things, and one time, froze something. I still don’ t know how they did the latter.”“I’m glad they have you.”“I’m glad we do too,” Hannah said as she kissed him.Carrie Ann cleared her throat as the kiss continued and then Reed joined them.“I’ll…uh…I’ll just let myself out.” They waved at her, their gazes and touches only for each other. She knew the rarely had time just for themselves anymore and she’d let them have it.Her triad had gone through everything she’d thrown at them stronger and closer than ever. That didn’t seem to bad now.And who knows, maybe they’ll whisper in her ear again and get another story…


Blurred Expectations - Redwood Pack Book 4.5 - Coming 2013

Hannah Jamenson has babies on the brain. It seems that her sisters-in-law are expanding their family in the blink of an eye, but Hannah feels left behind. Every time that little test reads negative a little part of her dies and she feels like her Healing powers are failing her. Her mates, Josh and Reed, are doing everything they can to help her deal with their trials and losses, but they too feel like there is nothing they can do.

Just when the lines of what they mean to each other go out of focus, an enemy from Josh's past is back to prove the things that go bump in the night are real and everything they had held dear is now in jeopardy. In order to fight back and find their way, they'll need to put everything on the line before they lose it all.

Author’s Note: This is a novella set between books 4 and 5 to give you a taste of Reed, Josh, and Hannah. It is best that you have already immersed yourselves in the Redwood Pack world, however even new readers will enjoy a glimpse of the Redwood’s favorite triad.
Find it On:
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It Takes 2 Party with Carrie Ann Ryan and Jessa Slade

I love It Takes 2 Parties! This time, Jessa Slade and I are giving away goodies and love for you to stop by! 
I met Jessa Slade through twitter and picked up her latest release when we decided to do this party. I'm so glad I did! What a great story!





Blurred Expectations - Redwood Pack Book 4.5 

Hannah Jamenson has babies on the brain. It seems that her sisters-in-law are expanding their family in the blink of an eye, but Hannah feels left behind. Every time that little test reads negative a little part of her dies and she feels like her Healing powers are failing her. Her mates, Josh and Reed, are doing everything they can to help her deal with their trials and losses, but they too feel like there is nothing they can do.

Just when the lines of what they mean to each other go out of focus, an enemy from Josh's past is back to prove the things that go bump in the night are real and everything they had held dear is now in jeopardy. In order to fight back and find their way, they'll need to put everything on the line before they lose it all.

Author’s Note: This is a novella set between books 4 and 5 to give you a taste of Reed, Josh, and Hannah. It is best that you have already immersed yourselves in the Redwood Pack world, however even new readers will enjoy a glimpse of the Redwood’s favorite triad.
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A LITTLE NIGHT MUSE
Jessa Slade

Convicted of treason, Adelyn has been banished to the sunlit realm of humans—a fate worse than death for a musetta who exists only to inspire other phae. To reverse her exile, she must find a pair of lovers who have fled the court and return them to face the Queen's wrath. But once in the mortal realm, she meets a man who unveils her hidden desires…When Josh Reimer discovers an ethereal beauty at a cabin near his ranch, he decides the neighborly thing to do is take her in. Adelyn inspires a passion unlike anything he's ever known and he vows not to lose the magic they've found together—even if that means she must choose between her home and their love.Author’s Note: Although this is the second book of the Steel Born series, A LITTLE NIGHT MUSE can be read alone. You can find the first adventure of the steel-born phae in DARK HUNTER’S TOUCH .
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Blurred Expectations: An Excerpt

      Josh closed his eyes and opened his mind to the Finding, the pain slamming back at him as it hit a wall.“Fuck, my Finding isn’t working,” he said as he rubbed his temples, closing his eyes.He felt Reed’s hand on his thigh, soothing him. “You had it right when we got through the wards. We’re going in the right direction at least. Just relax and let it come to you.”Josh lifted a lip and growled. “Really? Let it come to me? Fuck, Hannah’s out there, and we can’t get to her because my fucking demon powers, or whatever the hell they’re called, are screwing up my Finding. And, you want me to ‘let it come to me’? Jesus.”“Feel better now that you’ve yelled at me?” Reed asked as he drove down the winding road where Josh had Found the path leading to their mate.


Blurred Expectations - Redwood Pack Book 4.5 - Coming 2013

Hannah Jamenson has babies on the brain. It seems that her sisters-in-law are expanding their family in the blink of an eye, but Hannah feels left behind. Every time that little test reads negative a little part of her dies and she feels like her Healing powers are failing her. Her mates, Josh and Reed, are doing everything they can to help her deal with their trials and losses, but they too feel like there is nothing they can do.

Just when the lines of what they mean to each other go out of focus, an enemy from Josh's past is back to prove the things that go bump in the night are real and everything they had held dear is now in jeopardy. In order to fight back and find their way, they'll need to put everything on the line before they lose it all.

Author’s Note: This is a novella set between books 4 and 5 to give you a taste of Reed, Josh, and Hannah. It is best that you have already immersed yourselves in the Redwood Pack world, however even new readers will enjoy a glimpse of the Redwood’s favorite triad.Find it On:
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The 2013 New Year's Blog Hop

Happy New Year!! I love the new year because no matter what happens, we get to feel as if we're starting fresh. I had an amazing year with 9 books, including print books, new hops, new readers, and new series. 2012 was fantastic! 

Traditions in the new year? Well, for us, we always to fried finger food for dinner. That way we glutten ourselves before we eat healthy for the next few months. Yes, it's idioic, but so tasty!!

And with the new year, comes a new book. BLURRED EXPECTATIONS released just for the new year and I hope you get a chance to read it!


Blurred Expectations - Redwood Pack Book 4.5 - Coming 2013

Hannah Jamenson has babies on the brain. It seems that her sisters-in-law are expanding their family in the blink of an eye, but Hannah feels left behind. Every time that little test reads negative a little part of her dies and she feels like her Healing powers are failing her. Her mates, Josh and Reed, are doing everything they can to help her deal with their trials and losses, but they too feel like there is nothing they can do.

Just when the lines of what they mean to each other go out of focus, an enemy from Josh's past is back to prove the things that go bump in the night are real and everything they had held dear is now in jeopardy. In order to fight back and find their way, they'll need to put everything on the line before they lose it all.

Author’s Note: This is a novella set between books 4 and 5 to give you a taste of Reed, Josh, and Hannah. It is best that you have already immersed yourselves in the Redwood Pack world, however even new readers will enjoy a glimpse of the Redwood’s favorite triad.
Find it On:
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BLURRED EXPECTATIONS Book Trailer

YAY! The amazing Lex Valentine has done it again!





Blurred Expectations - Redwood Pack Book 4.5 - Coming 2013

Hannah Jamenson has babies on the brain. It seems that her sisters-in-law are expanding their family in the blink of an eye, but Hannah feels left behind. Every time that little test reads negative a little part of her dies and she feels like her Healing powers are failing her. Her mates, Josh and Reed, are doing everything they can to help her deal with their trials and losses, but they too feel like there is nothing they can do.

Just when the lines of what they mean to each other go out of focus, an enemy from Josh's past is back to prove the things that go bump in the night are real and everything they had held dear is now in jeopardy. In order to fight back and find their way, they'll need to put everything on the line before they lose it all.

Author’s Note: This is a novella set between books 4 and 5 to give you a taste of Reed, Josh, and Hannah. It is best that you have already immersed yourselves in the Redwood Pack world, however even new readers will enjoy a glimpse of the Redwood’s favorite triad.
Find it On:

Amazon | Barnes & Noble | ARe | Kobo