R.E. Hargrave's Blog, page 377
November 12, 2014
E.J. Babcock, Aspiring Writer: R.E. Hargrave
E.J. Babcock, Aspiring Writer: R.E. Hargrave: I hope you guys/ gals are ready for this. I was so happy when this next author said yes. I know I say that a lot but it's true. So I am...
Published on November 12, 2014 07:55
November 11, 2014
COVER REVEAL: Bloodlines by Vanessa Skye


Release Date: January 22 , 2015Published by The Writers Coffee Shop







Published on November 11, 2014 00:00
November 10, 2014
REVIEW: Just Like Pulling Teeth by L.J. Harris

A trip to the dentist has never been so… interesting…
Genre: m/m contemporary romance
Length: 54 pages
Prize on Amazon: $2.99
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~MY REVIEW~

I've had the privilege of following Ms. Harris' writing career for a few years now. Every time I've opened a new story from her, it's been like slipping on a favorite sweater and getting cozy in front of a roaring fire with a new adventure awaiting me between the pages. Just Like Pulling Teeth was no different. Her classy style of writing is a perfect balance of detail and 'left to the imagination' so the reader gets effortlessly pulled into the story, and is happy to stay there until it's over.
Through Ms. Harris' words, you feel Aiden's pain as impacted, and infected, wisdom teeth force him to find a dentist. Not realizing he's being set up by his sister, he sets an appointment with Dr. Sebastian Gibbs at her recommendation. Turns out the good-looking Brazilian doctor is single, and gay, making him a potential candidate for Aiden's affections. What progresses is a slow dance of taking care of business before pleasure. The two men become friends, then eventually more, while the weeks of dental treatment go by.
Harris does a brilliant job of combining humor, low drama, and love into this delightful afternoon read. It might be titled Just Like Pulling Teeth , however reading it is anything but!
Published on November 10, 2014 07:00
November 9, 2014
Author to AUTHOR Sneak Peek Sunday: Forbidden Awakenings by Lisa Bilbrey

Forbidden Awakenings Book One in the Awakenings Series
By Lisa Bilbrey
Summary:

Callum Davis and Derek Flores have been the best friends since they met freshman year. While they've admitted their attraction to each other, neither have the courage to act on their feelings, both fearful of losing their friendship. At least, not until they meet Elle and Sadie at Club Venom.
Elle, Sadie, Callum, and Derek embark on a life-changing journey that defies what society tells them is normal. But when you find yourselves in love with multiple partners, how do you choose? And what will happen when their families find out about their unconventional relationship? Is their forbidden awakening worth unraveling the secrets they've been keeping?Cover Design: JC Clarke with Grafix Momma

Excerpt:
“It’s okay to be scared. Hell so am I.”“You are?” she asked, and Sadie nodded. “What are you afraid of?”Sadie brought her hand up to Elle’s cheek. “Of losing you again.”“You never lost me in the first place,” she whispered, leaning in and pressing her lips against Sadie’s.“Jesus Christ, we can never leave them alone.” At the sound of Derek’s husky voice, they pulled apart, smiling as they turned to the men standing in the entry way of the living room. “Seriously. If you wait until we leave the room to start kissing, we’ll never get to watch.”“Is watching all you want to do?” Sadie asked, standing up and walking over to him. She placed her hand on his chest, let it slide down to the front of his pants, and gripped his noticeable bulge. “Seems like you want to do more than just watch.”“Oh, baby, you have no idea what I want to do to you,” he groaned, just before he kissed her. “Oy, not yet!” Callum laughed, pulling them apart. “Food first, sex second.”“Assuming there is sex later.” Elle smirked as she stood up. The wounded expressions on Derek and Callum’s faces had her chortling. “Wow, you two are so cute when you’re bubble has been busted.”“I didn’t mean to just assume that we’d be having sex,” Callum said, sounding flustered. Elle walked over to him, placed her hand on his chest, and leaned up on her toes so that her lips were just outside of his ear. “Never said there wouldn’t be any, either,” Elle cooed, causing him take a deep breath. “But I’m starving. So no food, no sex.”“Then we’d better eat,” he moaned, almost dragging her into the dining room with Derek and Sadie following.

Obsessive, compulsive, slightly crazed, but enough about her personality. First and foremost, Lisa Bilbrey is a mom to three and a wife to one. She loves to write, and spends the majority of everyday writing. It's who she is, and what she's meant to be doing. Words are her life, the air she breathes, and the nutrients of her soul. Finding a love in the written word, Lisa Bilbrey started writing as a way to express herself and let her voice be heard. From the first word she wrote, she'd found her heart and soul.
Always willing to learn, she's spends much of her time trying to improve as a storyteller.
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Published on November 09, 2014 00:00
November 8, 2014
#SurrealSnippet: Author Error in YOUR Favor!
Good morning, and happy Saturday to everyone! I'm here to fess up to a little itchy trigger finger and mishap on my part. Alas, it's all part of the ever-growing learning curve of the wide world of self-publishing. At least that's the story I'm sticking to. Anyways, I was trying to be pro-active and get things set up to go next month, and ended up actually launching the pre-sale for Surreal. Hence the author error in your favor. You're welcome.
Pre-order SURREAL today!
This also means I've jumped the gun on the cover reveal . . . oops. So, um, SURPRISE!
But, now that you can see it, isn't it pretty?J.C. Clarke with Grafix Momma has been amazing bringing my visions to life, and I can't thank her enough. If you're an author looking for quality work at amazing prices, check her out!
If you've been waiting for the release of Surreal, the final installment of The Divine Trilogy to dive into Catherine and Jayden's story, the wait is over!
Available on Amazon for just $3.49 each
To Serve is Divine I A Divine Life
(FREE to KindleUnlimited members)
~Praise for The Divine Trilogy~
To Serve is Divine
"This was a love story but so MUCH more"
"If you are looking for a titillating read that will leave you wanting.. read this book!"
"Strong characters who are well written, complex and truthful to the BDSM lifestyle."
A Divine Life
"A Divine Life is very descriptive and extremely well written."
". . . a story of power and strength to over come the baggage that you carry. . ."
"I was truly speechless when I finished reading. The book follows the development of Jayden and Erin’s relationship as he lavishes her with surprises and treats to celebrate their first year together as Dom and sub, but for both of them, it’s evolved into much more than that."
Surreal
"RE Hargrave put her heart and soul into this book!"
"I have been waiting for what seems like forever for surreal, for more of Catherine and Jayden. I managed to read this is one day, and that's impressive considering the size of the book! That's how much I enjoyed it. Written to perfection as always from RE Hargrave. Catherine and Jayden's story continues in The Divine Trilogy. It has its love, drama and emotions. This one had a considerable amount of emotional moments to the point I nearly cried...so keep them tissues handy ;) I can't express how amazing this book is, how amazing the whole trilogy is and am planning to read them all again in the future!"
"The perfect ending for this wonderful trilogy."
Pre-order SURREAL today!

This also means I've jumped the gun on the cover reveal . . . oops. So, um, SURPRISE!

But, now that you can see it, isn't it pretty?J.C. Clarke with Grafix Momma has been amazing bringing my visions to life, and I can't thank her enough. If you're an author looking for quality work at amazing prices, check her out!

If you've been waiting for the release of Surreal, the final installment of The Divine Trilogy to dive into Catherine and Jayden's story, the wait is over!

Available on Amazon for just $3.49 each
To Serve is Divine I A Divine Life
(FREE to KindleUnlimited members)
~Praise for The Divine Trilogy~
To Serve is Divine
"This was a love story but so MUCH more"
"If you are looking for a titillating read that will leave you wanting.. read this book!"
"Strong characters who are well written, complex and truthful to the BDSM lifestyle."
A Divine Life
"A Divine Life is very descriptive and extremely well written."
". . . a story of power and strength to over come the baggage that you carry. . ."
"I was truly speechless when I finished reading. The book follows the development of Jayden and Erin’s relationship as he lavishes her with surprises and treats to celebrate their first year together as Dom and sub, but for both of them, it’s evolved into much more than that."
Surreal
"RE Hargrave put her heart and soul into this book!"
"I have been waiting for what seems like forever for surreal, for more of Catherine and Jayden. I managed to read this is one day, and that's impressive considering the size of the book! That's how much I enjoyed it. Written to perfection as always from RE Hargrave. Catherine and Jayden's story continues in The Divine Trilogy. It has its love, drama and emotions. This one had a considerable amount of emotional moments to the point I nearly cried...so keep them tissues handy ;) I can't express how amazing this book is, how amazing the whole trilogy is and am planning to read them all again in the future!"
"The perfect ending for this wonderful trilogy."

Published on November 08, 2014 09:33
November 7, 2014
RELEASE BLITZ: Just Like Pulling Teeth by L.J. Harris

A trip to the dentist has never been so… interesting…
EXCERPT: “BOLLOCKS,” I groaned, failing at my attempt to chew on the wedge of pickle-covered cheese. It was only Tuesday, and yet, as I sat at the end of the bar at the Thistle and Lion, whining and moaning with every bite of my ploughman’s lunch, this particular week had already begun to drag. I’d had the mother of all headaches for two days, and throbbing gums for three, the pain so bloody awful I’d been driven to take some long overdue time off work. My bite had been out of alignment for weeks, thanks to the swelling in the back of my mouth, and everything above my shoulders hurt.
Even my sodding hair.
The ibuprofen I was taking was no longer helping, and I hadn’t slept well in days. Luckily my sister, Rachel, was able to secure an appointment with a new dentist near where she worked. Dr. Anderson had been looking after my teeth ever since I was a young lad, but retired earlier in the year. As much as I felt awkward around new people, I figured I’d give this new bloke a shot, considering my dear sister had been gushing about how wonderful he was non-stop for the past few weeks. It wasn’t as though I had much choice, anyway. The other dentists I’d contacted, including every one of them at the Holistic Solutions Clinic, were booked solid for months ahead.
I didn’t even give a toss if I had to get my teeth pulled, if it meant the pain would go away.
Unable to finish my meal, I downed the rest of my pint to help sate my hunger and perhaps give me a little Dutch courage before I left a tenner on the end of the bar and headed for the men’s to carefully floss and brush.
It was torture, yes, but no sense in grossing out the new dentist with my recently acquired mustard pickle and beer breath.
I made my way across the cobbled alleyway that was a stone’s throw away from the city centre, the London sun shining and the air brisk with mid-October winds, until I found myself standing in the lobby of the two-storey building. Quickly checking the directory located next to a small cafe, I made my way up the single flight of stairs, passing by everything from chiropractors to physiotherapists, acupuncturists to hypnotherapists.
I was certain the name on suite door number ten, Acacia Dental Spa, was a contradiction in terms.
JUST LIKE PULLING TEETH is also a part of the BOLLOCKS! Anthology

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L. J. Harris was born in Sydney, Australia and now lives in the nation’s capital with her husband and twin teenage sons. She has only just discovered her passion for writing in the past few years. Shy by nature, she recently discovered that after her father fell ill, writing down whatever she felt not only helped her deal with the situation, but express herself in a way she couldn’t before. It was her work in a local Library that spawned her love of books, and that love has continued ever since. Working part time in the child care industry afforded her the opportunity to explore the sudden drive to write, and with her husband’s encouragement, she penned a dream sequence around which one of her novels is built. She loves to build the sexual tension in characters and develop interesting plot twists, as well as leaving her readers wanting more.
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Also by L.J. Harris: Heart of Glass

Published on November 07, 2014 00:00
November 6, 2014
BLOG TOUR & REVIEW: Eight Days a Week by Amber L. Johnson
Eight Days a Week by Amber L. Johnson

A "manny" should always mind his own business. And he definitely shouldn’t fall in love with his boss.

Release Date: November 6 , 2014Published by The Writers Coffee ShopGenre: Romance / ContemporaryISBN e-book: 978-1-61213-329-4Available from: Amazon, Kobo, Barnes and Noble, and TWCS PH
~~SUMMARY~~

Gwen Stone has secrets she’s not ready to reveal. After a recent promotion at work, she needs a caretaker for her children. She’s frenzied and in a lurch and pretty much ready to hire the first person who comes along. So she does. Andrew Lyons needs to get out of his sister’s apartment, and a Craigslist posting may be the answer to his prayers. But what he thought was an ad for a room rental turns into a job offer he can’t refuse. Accepting the nanny position could change his life, if only he had a clue how to be a grownup. A working mother, a shirtless “manny” who looks good in a towel, two children who need more than a babysitter, and hours of kids’ TV can only spell disaster for everyone involved. Because a manny should always mind his own business. And he definitely shouldn’t fall in love with his boss.
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~MY REVIEW~

This is my first time reading Ms. Johnson's work, but it will not be my last. *ponders how to find time to read copy of Beatless mocking me from my bookcase*
Seriously, people, if you like a feel good story with a creative cast of characters, you can't go wrong with Eight Days a Week. It'll make you laugh, cry, and root for the little guy. Or, erm, not so little . . . sorry, Don.
Andrew ‘Dee’ Lyons enters the story as your typical “trust fund, its all about me, rich boy” who has run out of his play money. If he wants to get his hands on the rest of his inheritance, he’s going to have to grow up. Insert an interfering sister and a Craigslist ad, and watch the hijinks and mayhem ensue. Starting with the interview where Dee first lays sight on Gwen Stone, becoming tongue-tied and landing himself a job as a nanny, erm, manny.

There’s no other way to put it, except that I loved this story. It had all the right elements to keep me engaged and involved in what was happening to the characters. While Eight Days a Week is not an erotica, there are intense sexy moments (some interlaced with rather humorous moments as well!), therefore making this an adult read. As a mother of three, the scenes involving the kids were priceless, and spot on.



Kudos, Ms. Johnson, on an amazing book.

**I was given an ARC by the author and TWCS Publishing House in exchange for an honest review**

~~ABOUT THE AUTHOR~~
Amber is a full-time mom and a full-time wife who is employed full time and writes when she can. She believes in Happily Ever Afters that occur every day—despite the obstacles real life serves up on a regular basis. Or perhaps they’re sweeter simply because of them. She always has two rubber bands on her wrist, a song in her head, and too much creamer in her coffee cup that reads ‘Cocoa,’ because she’s a rebel. If she’s not at her desk, with her boys, or behind the computer, she’s supporting live music with her arms raised above her head and her eyes closed, waiting for the drop.

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Praise for Eight Days a Week "Laugh-out-loud story about a guy who goes to look at a room to rent and discovers it comes with a job - that of live-in nanny to two damaged kids. So Andrew Lyons accidentally becomes the "manny". Written in his POV, this book chronicles his hilarious escapades as he looks after and grows to love Bree and Brady, and his employer, Gwen. His pranks and spot-on observations about kids' TV shows had me giggling, but there were a few serious moments worthy of a sniffle as well. The star of the show may be Don, though - you'll just have to read this book to find out about him! Highly recommended." - Andrea Goodreads Review
Published on November 06, 2014 00:00
November 4, 2014
COVER REVEAL: Ascension by Lorenz Font


Release Date: January 8 , 2015Published by The Writers Coffee Shop

Book 3: Ascension

Rohnert is descended from a long line of pure-blooded vampires ruled by the Vampire Council. Quiet and principled, he is known for his combat expertise and is beloved by peers and students alike. When his former ally, Goran, becomes the Council leader and the killing starts, Rohnert strikes out on his own. The vampire race is in upheaval when he discovers a black book that contains the wisdom and history of his people. Rohnert refuses to support Goran’s tyrannical rule and has no interest in ruling himself, no matter what the book foretells. He allies with freedom fighters led by the indomitable Harrow Gates. However, the prophecies fail to prepare him to handle one passionate and determined human doctor. The last thing Shelly Anderson wanted was to fall in love. After meeting enigmatic and reclusive Rohnert, her resolve quickly crumbles. Their one night together ends in a nightmare. She is determined to carry on without him, but Rohnert’s unexpected reentry into her life derails her plans. While she teaches him how powerful a human’s love can be, Rohnert realizes the lengths he is willing to go to keep her close and safe, even if it means violating a long-standing decree among pure-blooded vampires to keep their bloodlines intact. When Goran begins to kill off the remaining Vampire Council Elders, Harrow’s rebels urge Rohnert to step in. It isn’t until harsh reality comes knocking at his door that his choice becomes clear. Rohnert must do whatever he can to save the people he loves or risk losing them forever. However, the reluctant savior may already be too late to protect the lives that matter most.
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HAVE YOU READ BOOK 1, HUNTED OR BOOK 2, TORMENTED?Re-Release Date: November 20, 2014


Book 1: Hunted Deep in the heart of New York City’s netherworld, a horrible disease is ravaging the vampire community. The Vampire Council is on a crusade to obliterate those infected, and Harrow Gates is target Number One. The unwitting source of the plague, he suffers from the same nightmarish symptoms as his victims. The world he'd been thrust into was cold, cruel, and intent on eradicating him, and the legions of afflicted vampires he created with his bite. A bounty hanging over his head, satisfying his hunger has become an enormous challenge for Harrow. The less he feeds, the more hideous and painful his lesions become. Constantly running for his life and learning new tricks to survive, Harrow is in no position to refuse when Pritchard Tack offers him a unique opportunity. Pritchard not only gives Harrow a new beginning, but also a purpose and a chance to rectify the chaos he created in the vampire world. However, the multi-billionaire has an agenda of his own. Jordan is a reluctant new vampire and a woman on a mission. After the demise of her family and her own transformation at the hands of Goran, the ruthless leader of the Vampire Council, her only focus is revenge. Constantly faced with one frustrating dead-end after another, a stroke of luck leads her to an underground facility that she suspects is the lair of the monster for whom she is looking. Upon learning more about the truth behind the secret bunker, Jordan must fight against her growing feelings of friendship and concern for the facility’s inhabitants. One man in particular threatens to pull her heart away from her sworn mission. There is something behind Harrow’s dark lenses that unsettles the hardened female. Once again, she trembles and hungers for something other than red-stained revenge. Is love strong enough to override her hate-fueled thirst for vengeance? [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRRY9...]


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Published on November 04, 2014 00:00
November 2, 2014
Author to AUTHOR Sneak Peek Sunday: Eire's Devil King by Sandi Layne

The final book of Sandi Layne's Éire's Viking Trilogy will be out in the spring!Éire's Devil KingSummary: An ambitious man, Tuirgeis Erlingrson has nurtured the desire to carve a place of leadership on Éire. Having connections with his adopted brother, Cowan, and Agnarr, his former countryman, Tuirgeis feels he has the support he needs to make his claims strong. Agnarr and Aislinn—though she is heavy with child—sail with Cowan and Charis to join Tuirgeis as he battles one final summer to seek the High Kingship. Charis finds that her Otherworldly gifts are needed by a man she considers her enemy. In addition, Tuirgeis wants to establish his father-line. He has one son; he wants another to be born of Éire. Will the woman he desires accept him? Tuirgeis knows his time is limited; the Danes are coming in greater numbers than before. If he wants to be the High King, he’s going to have to prove that he is more than a Viking. Excerpt: Though still leery of bodies of water, Charis never forgot that they bore life and that was precious to her. The water crept gently up the slope with careful fingers, as if knowing she was hesitant to approach such a large amount of it. When there was a stiff wind the waves furled whitely, rows upon rows of them; just then, however, there was peace and calm. She stared out over the lough, about to bend down to dig the roots from the rushes there, when a stirring within her kept her upright. There, to the northwest, something moved above the water. A small flock of grebes were nearby, their stuttering caws high pitched and active before they splashed out of the water. Scowling at them, she focused again on the distant object and, with a sudden start, she realized she knew exactly what it was. “Cowan . . .” Her whisper traveled no farther than her own ear. They shouldn’t be coming this way. The Northmen came by sea, not through a lake. Of course, there would be tributaries, but surely . . . “Ide? We have to go. Right now. Back to the rath.” The younger woman ran to her, her feet slipping on the muddy grass near the water. “What is it, Charis?” Pointing, Charis didn’t have to say a word. Ide knew. “Northmen. From the Danes? King, King Horik?” The names were familiar now, after seasons of stories and preparations. All color drained from her face, leaving freckles to stand in sharp relief. “I don’t know,” Charis said, backing away while keeping an eye on the longship that was growing closer every few moments. “But the men must ready themselves. As I must.” She wondered, as they hurried back to the safety of the village, if the one safety tunnel was yet deep enough to hide all the children of Tuaim Rithe. Praise for the Éire's Viking Trilogy:
Compelling, three-dimensional characters who are interesting, imperfect, and very intriguing make the story pop and grab the reader’s interest as they each journey through their own adversities towards their ultimate destinies. – Great Historicals
…a wonderfully written story of war, love, loss and dealing with emotions and learning forgiveness. – Fire & IcePrepare for the invasion and read the rest of the trilogy:


Published on November 02, 2014 01:00
November 1, 2014
RELEASE DAY BLITZ w/ GIVEAWAY: Stronger with Him by JA Hensley

Title: Stronger With HimAuthor: JA HensleyGenre: Contemporary RomancePublication Date: November 1, 2014


SynopsisAfter breaking up with her abusive boyfriend, graduate student Rebecca Maio wants a man who is the complete opposite of her ex. When she meets her sexy new neighbor, Becca finds herself irresistibly drawn to the powerful and compassionate man.
Agent Colin Schaefer's in town for an investigation and needs to stay focused on his job, but he can't ignore the beautiful girl next door. For the first time in his life, the elusive man wants more with a woman, but he can't shake the feeling that Rebecca also needs his protection.
Is their love strong enough to survive the secrets they're both bound to uncover? Or will her past and his job tear them apart?
This novel is intended for readers 18+ due to explicit and hot sex scenes and adult situations. If you love these kinds of things, then please, read on!

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About the Author

J.A. Hensley wrote her first books under the pen name, Savannah Leigh. Her novel, Wedding Dreams, was named an Amazon Best Seller. She loves smut of all kinds and is a reader first. J.A. is constantly working on a new project, whether it's writing or working in her craft room. She lives in the Midwest with her husband and daughter, and spends her days teaching college students about social work and human sexuality.
Books Published:With This Ring (Wedding Dreams #1)

I Thee Wed (Wedding Dreams #2)

Wedding Dreams (Special Series Collection)

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Published on November 01, 2014 00:00