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March 5, 2017
Read an E-Book Week
[image error]Read an E-Book Week is now live on Smashwords.com! Check out the many Free and Discounted books available, including “Destined Magic,” “My Magic Mate,” and “Shadow of My Heart.”
It’s only one week, so hurry, hurry, hurry, before the offer is over. The three books available by Caryn Moya Block during the promotion will be FREE.
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December 26, 2016
Lycan’s Mate is Here!
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Lycan’s Mate
Book Twelve of the Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series
Cross-Over to Shadow Walker Romance Series.
Gwen Quiet Thunder has fought against her Lycan roots her whole life. She didn’t want anything to do with the wolf inside her and couldn’t fathom finding a mate in a Lycan. She thought all Lycan men were like the boy who terrorized her while growing up, mean, cruel, and aggressive. So when the mating bond snaps into place with her future brother-in-law, there’s only one thing to do. Run.
Mischa Sokolov, Siberian Lycan is thrilled to find his future sister-in-law is also his mate. She may be having some problems accepting the inevitable, but he never expected her to run and put an ocean between them. The more he tries to connect with her, the more she pushes him away. But Lycans only get one heartmate and mate for life. He’s going to have to prove to Gwen that she can trust him with her heart or lose the one woman meant to be his.
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Tagged: Blog, books, Caryn Moya Block, England, Fiction, London, Lycan's Mate, New Release, Paranormal Romance, Reading, Series, Werewolves, Writing
December 24, 2016
The Christmas Cookies
By Caryn Moya Block
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While snow fell outside coating the ground in a blanket of white, inside the Siberian Alpha’s lodge a different kind of snow fell as Katya, Karina, and Illarion make Christmas cookies for the Alpha and his mate.
“Babushka – Grandma, Illarion is going too fast. I can’t keep up with him,” five year old Karina complained glaring at Illarion, the boy who in the future would be her twin sister Katya’s mate. The three of them stood around the table in the kitchen. Karina’s grandmother, Yelena, looked over, but went back to playing with their new baby sister, Vera.
“Me do, me do,” their three year old little brother Rurik demanded as he jumped up and down at the edge of the table. His dark hair fell around his face while his blue eyes begged to be included. Illarion winked at Rurik.
“Rurik,” Yelena called. “Could you get me the diaper bag? Vera needs changing.” The little boy ran to his grandmother across the room.
She whispered something in his ear and he grinned widely before scampering off to find the bag full of diapers.
“You don’t have to be so exacting, Karina. Just roll the cookie in the sugar,” Illarion said, leaning over to plop another ball into the bowl of powdered sugar.
“It has to be evenly coated. You wouldn’t want a cookie only partially covered.” Karina dipped her fingers back into the bowl of sugar and rolled the cookie balls around making sure each one was dusted. “It has to be done properly! Katya, tell him.” Karina looked at her twin sister, hoping for back up.
“Karina,” Katya sighed, “Would you like me to help you with the powdered sugar?” Katya took the sugar covered balls out of the bowl and set them in rows on the cooking sheets.
“No, I can do it. I want to surprise Mom and Dad when they get back. Mom said Russian Tea Cakes are her favorite Christmas cookies.”
Illarion wrinkled his nose. Katya glanced over at him and chuckled.
Karina frowned wondering if they spoke telepathically to each other. It was hard sharing Katya with the older Illarion. He was so irritating at times, acting like he knew better than Karina what her twin was thinking. Katya was her sister.
“What? You don’t like Russian Tea Cakes?” Karina asked.
“I like all the food that comes out of this kitchen, isn’t that right, Yelena?” Illarion asked, walking over to the sink and washing his hands.
Karina looked over and realized that only a few cookies were left to be dusted. Katya pulled over one more cooking sheet and began to fill it.
“Oh, yes, Illarion. You eat everything.” Yelena wrapped the baby back up in a blanket and then kissed Vera on the nose.
“We’re almost done, Babushka. Karina only has six or so to go.” Katya said.
“Leave the trays of cookies, I’ll deal with them after I lay your sister down for her nap.” Both Karina and Katya nodded.
“Katya, I thought of a gift for your parents,” Illarion said, his light blond hair falling across his eyes. He swiped it out of the way. “If, you and Karina want to do it?”
“What?” Karina asked. Did he really have a good idea or was he teasing again?
“I thought I could take your picture on the camera your Mom bought me for my birthday. You could make a nice frame and give the picture to them for Christmas.”
“Wow, that sounds great,” Katya said. “What do you think, Karina? Mom and Dad won’t be home until dark. We could go outside and take a few pictures once you’re done coating the last cookies.”
Karina thought a moment, and then picked up her pace with the dough balls. Mom loved pictures and Dad loved whatever made Mom happy. “Okay. All done,” she said and wiped her hands on a towel. “Let’s go, if it’s all right with you, Babushka?”
“Go. I’ve got my hands full with your little brother and sister. Don’t forget a wrap,” Yelena called after the children running out the back door. She shook her head and ruffled Rurik’s hair. “Don’t worry Rurik, I have a project you can help me with once Vera is asleep.”
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I hope you liked this little excerpt from the lives of the Volkov Children. I’ve included the recipe for the Russian Tea Cakes below. Enjoy!
(Photo of tea cakes and recipe from: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/russian-tea-cakes-2860)
Russian Tea Cakes
Makes about 3 1/2 dozen
Ingredients:
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, room temperature
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup finely chopped husked hazelnuts, toasted
Powdered sugar
Preparation:
Sift flour and salt together. (Set aside) Using electric mixer, cream butter in large bowl until light. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar and beat until fluffy. Add vanilla. Mix in dry ingredients in 3 batches. (One third at a time) Mix in hazelnuts. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 12 hours.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Form dough into 1-inch balls. Space 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake until just firm to touch, about 15 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool slightly. Roll in powdered sugar. Cool completely. Roll cookies in powdered sugar again. Store in airtight container.
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Lycan’s Mate
Book Twelve of the Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series
Cross-Over to Shadow Walker Romance Series.
Gwen Quiet Thunder has fought against her Lycan roots her whole life. She didn’t want anything to do with the wolf inside her and couldn’t fathom finding a mate in a Lycan. She thought all Lycan men were like the boy who terrorized her while growing up, mean, cruel, and aggressive. So when the mating bond snaps into place with her future brother-in-law, there’s only one thing to do. Run.
Mischa Sokolov, Siberian Lycan is thrilled to find his future sister-in-law is also his mate. She may be having some problems accepting the inevitable, but he never expected her to run and put an ocean between them. The more he tries to connect with her, the more she pushes him away. But Lycans only get one heartmate and mate for life. He’s going to have to prove to Gwen that she can trust him with her heart or lose the one woman meant to be his.
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Tagged: Blogging, books, Caryn Moya Block, Christmas Cookies, Christmas Story, Fiction, Reading, Recipe, Series, The Siberian Volkov Pack Romances, Volkov Twins, Writing
December 21, 2016
Lycan’s Mate Sneak Peek #3
Lycan’s Mate
By Caryn Moya Block
Sneak Peek #3
She leaned down and kissed him. Licking and sucking, she pulled his lower lip into her mouth. Mischa groaned. More desire flowed into the mating bond, feeding her own. Gwen sighed, completely relaxed. She continued to kiss Mischa’s mouth and then his jaw and down to his neck. Gwen sucked and licked at the point where his neck met his shoulder. Mischa hummed and tilted his head.
“Do it!” Mischa exclaimed. “Mark me.”
Coming December 26, 2016
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Lycan’s Mate
Book Twelve of the Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series
Cross-Over to Shadow Walker Romance Series.
Gwen Quiet Thunder has fought against her Lycan roots her whole life. She didn’t want anything to do with the wolf inside her and couldn’t fathom finding a mate in a Lycan. She thought all Lycan men were like the boy who terrorized her while growing up, mean, cruel, and aggressive. So when the mating bond snaps into place with her future brother-in-law, there’s only one thing to do. Run.
Mischa Sokolov, Siberian Lycan is thrilled to find his future sister-in-law is also his mate. She may be having some problems accepting the inevitable, but he never expected her to run and put an ocean between them. The more he tries to connect with her, the more she pushes him away. But Lycans only get one heartmate and mate for life. He’s going to have to prove to Gwen that she can trust him with her heart or lose the one woman meant to be his.
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Tagged: Blogging, books, Caryn Moya Block, London, Lycan's Mate, New Release, Reading, Travel, Werewolves, Writing
December 19, 2016
Lycan’s Mate Sneak Peek #2
Lycan’s Mate
By Caryn Moya Block
Sneak Peek #2
He pulled her into his shoulder. Gwen blushed when she fit perfectly. She breathed deeply, taking in his forest like scent under the musky lycan smell.
Inside, her wolf relaxed. Was it possible that the mating heat worked on her as well, making her want to be with Mischa, surrounded by his scent?
Coming December 26, 2016
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Lycan’s Mate
Book Twelve of the Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series
Cross-Over to Shadow Walker Romance Series.
Gwen Quiet Thunder has fought against her Lycan roots her whole life. She didn’t want anything to do with the wolf inside her and couldn’t fathom finding a mate in a Lycan. She thought all Lycan men were like the boy who terrorized her while growing up, mean, cruel, and aggressive. So when the mating bond snaps into place with her future brother-in-law, there’s only one thing to do. Run.
Mischa Sokolov, Siberian Lycan is thrilled to find his future sister-in-law is also his mate. She may be having some problems accepting the inevitable, but he never expected her to run and put an ocean between them. The more he tries to connect with her, the more she pushes him away. But Lycans only get one heartmate and mate for life. He’s going to have to prove to Gwen that she can trust him with her heart or lose the one woman meant to be his.
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December 17, 2016
Lycan’s Mate Sneak Peek#1
Lycan’s Mate
By Caryn Moya Block
Sneak Peek #1:
Gwen struggled against the meaty hands that held her down, grabbing and bruising. The musky scent of male lycan filled her nose. Her prom dress ripped, her legs forced apart. Chuck leaned down, his face inches from hers. His alcohol-laden breath reeked.
Coming December 26, 2016
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Lycan’s Mate
Book Twelve of the Siberian Volkov Pack Romance Series
Cross-Over to Shadow Walker Romance Series.
Gwen Quiet Thunder has fought against her Lycan roots her whole life. She didn’t want anything to do with the wolf inside her and couldn’t fathom finding a mate in a Lycan. She thought all Lycan men were like the boy who terrorized her while growing up, mean, cruel, and aggressive. So when the mating bond snaps into place with her future brother-in-law, there’s only one thing to do. Run.
Mischa Sokolov, Siberian Lycan is thrilled to find his future sister-in-law is also his mate. She may be having some problems accepting the inevitable, but he never expected her to run and put an ocean between them. The more he tries to connect with her, the more she pushes him away. But Lycans only get one heartmate and mate for life. He’s going to have to prove to Gwen that she can trust him with her heart or lose the one woman meant to be his.
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December 10, 2016
It’s Not Too Late/Winter Scavenger Hunt
Hi Readers,
It’s not too late to enter to win Free prizes over at Night Owl Reviews. Click the link and check out the Scavenger Hunt. I’m one of the sponsors of the Night Owl Reviews WINTER WONDERLAND Scavenger Hunt.
During this event I’m going to help you find some great new books. Make sure to check my featured title out along the way.
The grand prize is a $100 Amazon Gift Card. The total prize pool is over $900.
Enter Now at: https://www.nightowlreviews.com/v5/Blog/Articles/Winter-Wonderland-2016
Tagged: Author Event, books, Caryn Moya Block, Night owl reviews, Prizes, Reading, Winter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt
December 6, 2016
Guest Blogging W/Terry Spear
I am over on Terry Spears Blog today with a special Christmas story featuring the Volkov Twins, Katya and Karina. Leave a comment and the first ten people win a FREE eBook. Come on over and join the fun!
https://terryspear.wordpress.com/2016/12/06/a-christmas-story-from-caryn-block/
Tagged: Blogging, books, Caryn Moya Block, Events, Fiction, Reading, Recipe, Russian Tea Cakes, Series, Short Story, Terry Spear, The Siberian Volkov Pack Romances, Volkov Twins, Werewolves, Writing
November 20, 2016
Winter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt
Hi Readers,
I’ve got a treat for you. I’m one of the sponsors of the Night Owl Reviews WINTER WONDERLAND Scavenger Hunt.
During this event I’m going to help you find some great new books. Make sure to check my featured title out along the way.
The grand prize is a $100 Amazon Gift Card. The total prize pool is over $900.
Enter Now at: https://www.nightowlreviews.com/v5/Blog/Articles/Winter-Wonderland-2016
Tagged: Author, books, CONTEST, Events, Fiery Magic, Giveaways, Night owl reviews, Paranormal Romance, Winter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt
October 13, 2016
Local Author Extravaganza!
Saturday, October 29th at 1:00 pm.
Culpeper County Library
271 Southgate Shopping Center
Culpeper, VA 22701
For more information, check out: https://www.facebook.com/events/1815074408737587/
I am so excited to be included in this event. If you are dying to meet the person behind my books, come out to the Library. I’ll have lots of goodies to give away and would love to chat with you. I’m going to wear the Halloween costume I was talking about in my last blog post.
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Haytham Luften is an Air Witch Guardian supporting his team members while fighting Blood Cult members and the Marwolaeth possessed. He never expected to be gifted with a Destined One, or to hear his uncle, head of the Air House, threaten to renounce him if he dared claim the one woman who could share his magic.
Candace Kindle grew up on stories of “destined love” and sharing her magic with one special person. But with the Marwolaeth attacking, true love will have to wait for another day. Following her brother’s advice she walks through a dimensional portal to take shelter with her mother and finds herself a slave in a land ruled by Dragons. There’s only one person who can save her, the Destined One she walked away from.
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