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A TOUCH OF PASSION: Nellie by @CynthiaWoolf

Then she laid back in the hot water and closed her eyes, resting. She awoke to being lifted by strong arms. The water was cold and so was she. Shivering violently, she cuddled into Blake’s warm body.“Nellie, are you trying to catch your death? That water was freezing.”“It wasn’t wh…when I g…got in,” she said, her teeth chattering.Blake stood her next to the bed, turned down the covers, then got a towel and dried her quickly. He wrapped her hair in the towel, picked her back up and laid her in the bed. She couldn’t stop shaking. He quickly undressed, got in bed beside her, and pulled her into his arms, then covered them both with the blankets.He was so warm. She buried herself in his warmth, cuddling into him. 
Here is a heartwarming story for cold evenings... Excerpt from Nellie by Cynthia Woolf, included in A Touch of Passion

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A Beautifully Narrated Tale of Love and Loss

Here is a lovely new audible review, written by Aaron Paul Lazar. Aaron is a mystery writer author, and many of his books have audiobook editions. I am thrilled by what he says about the narration of The Music of Us:
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"A Beautifully Narrated Tale of Love and Loss"

I read The Music of Us a few months before this audiobook came out, and loved it so much I jumped at the chance to listen to the characters as portrayed by Don Warrick.

Uvi Poznansky is a literary tour de force in a contemporary age when the quality of writing often takes a back seat to the quick thrill, or to be more precise, the quick buck. She writes as she paints, with careful, vibrant strokes of amazing clarity and color. Whether you are a reader or writer, teacher or student, you owe it to yourself read her work. You will be transported to a world where life is examined from a poet’s point of view, where you live in vignettes so real that you can’t help but love and care for the characters.

I have read and listened to all of Poznansky’s work, but this book resonated more deeply with me than all the previous titles, which I truly enjoyed. I suppose it is because I am an inveterate romantic. I ached for the young, “flashback” characters to come together. I shouted at them to wake up and smell the coffee when they missed opportunities to get together, and I reveled in the sweet endings when they finally connected.

The atmosphere of the 1940s is beautifully portrayed, and on a secondary level only to the (mostly) unrequited love story, it was my next treasured experience while reading this book. I loved the sounds and sights of the era, the music, the cars, and the lifestyles so well depicted. It was a fascinating dip into the life of those dynamic times.

Don Warrick is simply amazing. I loved his voice for the main character, Lenny, which was perfect for whatever age the character spoke from, whether middle aged or young. The other characters were amazingly portrayed and consistent throughout the story - Natasha, her annoying but delightful mother, Lenny's Uncle Schmeel, and even the announcer at Carnegie Hall who had me thinking, "Ed Sullivan," by his unique voice and pronunciation. Emotions flowed from Mr. Warrick's voice in such a way that you couldn't help but choke up or feel excited for "him," and the characters. But most surprising was this amazing narrator's singing voice. I loved hearing him sing various snippets of imaginary songs from the forties, and also lullabies sung by Natasha's mother, etc. They were beautifully done and his voice is very enjoyable.

If you are aching for a lyrical listen, for something above and beyond the usual offerings in the field of fiction, I highly recommend you pick up a copy of Uvi Poznansky’s The Music of Us.

Travel log: By the lake, in the city of Pushkar

Travel log: 
By the lake, in the city of Pushkar

A TOUCH OF PASSION: That Unforgettable Kiss by @Tammysdragonfly

Groaning, she finally surrendered, laying her head on his shoulder. “Alright,” she whispered. And then she sighed. “We’d probably better be quiet for now.”Murphy sighed with relief. “Alright.”But suddenly he was much more cheerful. Unable to resist, Murphy slid his fingers through the silky softness of her hair. His fingers gently slipped over to her chin, before running lightly over her lips. And Kate began to shiver.His arm tightened over her shoulder. Murphy came even closer still, nuzzling his lips to her brow, feathering soft kisses over her deliciously soft cheek as his mouth made its way over to hers. 
Here is a heartwarming story for cold evenings... Excerpt from That Unforgettable Kiss by Tamara Ferguson, included in A Touch of Passion

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My author friends have joined forces with me!We bring you amazing stories, narrated by great voice artistsjust in time for Valentine's Day. Click the profile image or the name of each one of us to learn about our work
Uvi Poznansky
"I paint with my pen, and write with my paintbrush"
@UviPoznansky
James DiBenedetto
"What would you do if you could see other people's dreams?"
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Janet and Cristopher Morris
“Bestselling author of novels from historical to fantastical.”
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Marie Campisi
"One true love, one honest hope, one more chance..."
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Aaron Paul Lazar
"Addictive, award-winning fiction. You'll fall in love with the characters and love to hate the villains.”
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Ruth Cardello
"Saving the world one billionaire at a time."
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Angela Ford
“Escape with a book by Angela Ford.”
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Sarah Mallery
"History is woven into my stories with a delicate thread."

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"Author of thrillers exploring crime, conspiracy and duplicity."
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A TOUCH OF PASSION: Jack Who? by @lisagillis_

Suddenly, it felt strange to her too, that she could respond with such hate after reacting with the degree of love and passion that passed between them minutes ago. Part of her was sick at the evil words that she had just flung between them. Did this make her as cold as him? Still, she rationalized; like a mother lion, she was fiercely protecting Tristan, even if she had to take a tiger by the tail.“I explained that to you.” He seemed hurt by her words, disappointed in her, and ashamed this thing was a part of his past. “It’s not true, and you said you knew.”“You should go.” Unable to look at the mixture of emotions on his face, she turned. Unfortunately, she faced the mirror, so she didn’t miss the slow fury infusing his face.“That’s always your answer isn’t it?” he taunted nastily. “Distance.”“You don’t know anything about me.”“I know how to make you scream.”
Here is a heartwarming story for cold evenings... Excerpt from Jack Who? by Lisa Gillis, included in A Touch of Passion

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A TOUCH OF PASSION: The Belle and the Officer by @BJRobinson6

“I’m relieved you haven’t been involved in any major battles, but I fear they’re coming with the Louisiana ones. Both sides are going to give a hard fight for the river.” She sighed. “You be careful.”“I will. I just wish they’d get it over with.” He ran an arm along the length of the back of the swing and placed it around her shoulders. “It’s so peaceful here with you, I hate to leave. Here we are sitting out in the cold on the veranda in the middle of winter, but it’s beautiful with you, and you warm my heart and soul.”“The sunlight has warmed the temperature, and your arm around me helps.” She leaned her head against his shoulder. “I’m so glad you could make it home for a visit.”“Me, too, but it’s a short one.”“Short is better than none.”
Here is a heartwarming story for cold evenings... Excerpt from The Belle and the Officer by B.J. Robinson, included in A Touch of Passion

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A Heartbreaking Search for Love and Acceptance!

Janice Spina is copy editor and an award-winning author with nine children's books. She writes poetry and novels, the first of which is Hunting Mariah. I am thrilled to discover her review of My Own Voice:  


5.0 out of 5 stars A Heartbreaking Search for Love and Acceptance!ByJjspinaon January 10, 2016Format: Kindle Edition This is the first book I have read by this talented author. My Own Voice is a powerful story of love, lust, betrayal and loss. Anita is the main character that cannot find herself. With a mother who is tough on her showing her little love and a harsh home environment that she cannot escape from, she meets Lenny, an older man one day with whom she quickly becomes smitten. Unbeknownst to Anita this older man is only looking for a replacement for his beloved wife who has Alzheimer's. Anita just happens to look like Natasha.

The author writes through the slang and uneducated voice of her main protagonist which touches the reader with its simplistic style. She makes the reader care for this poor soul and her search for love and acceptance.

An enjoyable but heartbreaking journey to read that I would recommend to all.

@aharemboysaga asks, What inspired you to write the series?

Bernard Foong has written about his youth, when he was spirited him away to the Middle East to serve in several wealthy and aristocratic harems. I am thrilled to visit him at his blog, titled In-the-Harem, for an interview. The first thing he asked me was, what inspired me to write my series, Still Life with Memories? To which I said,

Natasha, the renowned pianist suffering from early-onset Alzheimer's in my book Apart from Love (volume I and II of the series, woven together) kept coming back to haunt me. Her character was not an easy one to develop. The primary challenge is that she has no voice. She is utterly silent, which makes her son Ben hope—at first—that she can be reached, that he can 'save' her. 

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