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January 28, 2016
January 25, 2016
Derailed by Renee Lee Fisher
DERAILED BY: Renee Lee Fisher
Suspense Romance
Published August – 2015
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When you get hit by it, you will know. Aubrey Tanner is married to her work. With her recent separation from long-time boyfriend and the town’s most eligible bachelor, she definitely isn’t looking for love. Working in her bakery keeps her busy, feeds her the town gossip, and pays the bills, all that she needs… At least until she finds herself under attack with no way to save herself.You can’t see it, but it takes your breath away. Tate Manning travels where the leads take him, like a tourist town with a bakery full of sugary concoctions, the sweetest of which is the owner. In the right place, he pulls her out of harm’s way, allowing him to see through the town’s sleepy veneer to the crime running beneath the surface. Worse, Aubrey is unknowingly in the center of it all, and he can’t bear another innocent to be lost on his watch.In that moment, love changes everything. Neither Aubrey nor Tate expects the temptation the other brings nor the complications. Aubrey must choose between the man that held her heart for years or the stranger who saves her from a bad situation. Unfortunately, Tate brings with him secrets and an agenda.How will he choose between his mission of revenge and the woman who chases away the darkness?
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January 23, 2016
Author Thoughts: About Those Less Than Stellar Reviews
A couple of weeks ago, a fellow author called in a panic because of a bad review. This was my opinion.Generally speaking, the first reviews you have will be from friends. They'll be kind and say lovely things. If you're unlucky, you're left with just glowing reviews.
If you're lucky, strangers will then read your work. Some will love it and some won't. They will also each have their own guidelines of what exactly a rating means so this is where you get a panoply of them.
Some people will hate your work. That's okay. You can't appeal to everyone. Just remember: McDonalds gets awful ratings sometimes but they're also extremely successful.
Now as for what really bad reviews are worth, that depends on where the reviewer is coming from.
If there's genuinely a problem with your book, like lousy formatting, go fix it. If they didn't like it but it's just a matter of taste, they may still recommend it to someone else. Me, I rarely one star, but I'm always saying, "XYZ wasn't to my taste, but I think you'll love it." If they're in a bad mood about something else, you may get the brunt of it. You can take it because there will be others who were super happy when they came across your read which boosted their 'okay' rating into 'awesome'. But do be aware that some people just love to give bad ratings; it's how they get their kicks. Some will pretend your work is badly formatted when it isn't or make up some other lie. There are also people who are jealous, so they slate you as a form of revenge without even reading your book. Often these will be people you know but who hide behind false names.There are lots of posts discussing what should or shouldn't be done about the last kind. Me, I don't mind. I just focus on sales and keeping my regular readers happy. Also, I think readers are bright and they won't be put off by such tricks.
The bottom line is this: if you write, you ask the public to discuss your work, and that involves all kinds of scrutiny. Some of it is sweet, some bitter and some plain bonkers but most of the time people won't say a word. They just buy your work if they like it, and you'll never know who they are.
So enjoy the experience and don't worry too much.
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January 20, 2016
Progress by Amalie Silver
Jesse I admit, I didn’t think much of Charlie at first. She was rounder than the girls who usually caught my eye. Not my type. But when I saw her sitting in that booth alone, for the first time something in my mind or my instincts or my heart told me to join her. She defied me. She challenged me. She gave me hope. Before I knew it, moving forward was my only option. Charlie I couldn’t tell you when it happened, but it had to have been a gradual change; I never moved too quickly. If someone would have told me earlier that year what I was going to go through, I wouldn't have believed them. Jesse was so different from anyone I’d met before. And everyone I’ve met since. He sucked all the life out of me, in the best—and worst—ways. We don’t get strong overnight. For most of us it takes time. Strength isn’t measured by how high and fast our walls go up, but how easily we can watch them fall. 
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Amalie Silver resides in Minnesota with her husband, two toddlers, and German Short-haired Pointer, Saba. She consumes approximately three pots of coffee a day, and credits this for her survival over the past decade. When not completely consumed in her writing, she can be found taking road trips to northern Minnesota, engaging in fierce Scrabble games, or reading a good book. She’s a sucker for all romance genres, literary fiction, and psychological fiction. 
January 19, 2016
January 18, 2016
Storm Chase sweet erotica for couples, free on Kindle Unlimited!
When Master Byron makes a pass at Charlotte the housemaid, and some unexpected visitors turn up, the cupboard beckons. A sweet erotica romance short story. Start with The Maid in the Cupboard!
Lady Charlotte, the only daughter of Henry de Maine, Count of Summerville, is a law onto herself.Unlike the other gently bred maidens of Plantagenet England, Lady Charlotte does exactly what she wants, when she wants. She also has a reputation for rejecting suitors. However, when Lady Charlotte meets Sir Byron, the gallant knight just returned from the Crusades, she may have met her match…Read the Knight and Damsel in Distress
Charlotte loves her part time job as stringer but yearns to be a full time journalist. When her boss tells her the promotion hangs on interviewing the famous musher Byron Keenainak, Charlotte is determined to deliver the story. There’s only one problem: Byron is a notorious recluse. Undaunted, Charlotte resorts to every trick in the book to trap and interview her handsome quarry.
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January 17, 2016
The Billionaire's Secret Kink, Book 1 by Lisa Ladew
Knox Rosesson is a 28 year-old self-made man, driven by the secrets and lies of his father. He's driven to find the lost half-siblings he knows must exist, to discover the truth about what drove his mother insane, and most of all, to never, ever become like his parents. But so far, that road has lead to personal entanglements he's afraid he'll never escape. These problems persist until he is tasked with guarding the one woman in the world who might be able to fix him, to sear his soul of its troubles and make him whole again. Mica Nichols has been running her entire life. All her money and success has never brought her the safety she yearns for with all her heart. But one man made her feel safe on a very special night so many years ago, and when she sees him again, she hires him on the spot, while hiding her true identity from everyone, even him. She has followed his mysterious persona for the last decade, unable to reconcile the man she knew with the rumors she has heard. They will have one last chance to make it right, before Mica's past catches up with her.
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Lisa Ladew lives in the frozen northwest, a mother and a wife first, and an author second. She says she's not cool or quirky or eccentric, and really has nothing to put on a bio. But she loves a good story and does her best to create enjoyable stories for her readers.
January 16, 2016
Boys of Syracuse, Kansas by Kristi Cramer - with author interview
Welcome to my stop on the Boys of Syracuse, Kansas by Kristi Cramer Blog Tour! This tour features both books in the series(so far), Last Shot at Justice and Last Second Chance. The Boys of Syracuse, Kansas is a standalone series of clean romance novels featuring characters in the small town of Syracuse, Kansas. Denver Detective Mitzi Reardon doesn’t know what she did to anger her boss, but he is gunning for her. Literally. Now a prostitute is dead, and she is the prime suspect with the law hot on her heels. With nowhere to run and no one to trust, Mitzi’s only hope lies in the hands of a sexy stranger.
Blue Thomas is new in town. Denver’s bright lights and big city bustle are 250 miles and a world away from his family’s cattle ranch in Kansas, and he is out of his element. He came to find work and save the ranch from foreclosure, but on a rainy night a desperate woman finds him. Back home, he would never let anyone—especially a woman—face danger alone. Without fully understanding what he is in for, Blue pledges his help, whether she wants it or not. As a trap closes around them, Mitzi must abandon her usual strategy of careful planning and situation management, instead relying on quick thinking and a bold, head-on approach that may just get her—and Blue—killed. Before the last bullet flies, Blue will find out just how far he is willing to go to live up to his old-school ideals of gallant chivalry.
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Author Interview
Tell us a bit about yourself.
I never feel like reality is sufficient to answer this question. “I’ve been a writer all my life, wrote
my first novel in the 6th grade...” blah blah. I mean, it’s true, but I suspect many writers have a
similar story. So here are some things I suspect most writers can’t claim: I know how to drive a
semi and have been to every state in the “Lower 48” (I wrote a blog post with memories from
each state); I have touched objects that are now in space (made delivery of rocket parts to the
launch site on Cape Canaveral); I flew a Cessna when I was 15 (was going to be a pilot but
couldn’t scratch up the cash for school); I desperately wanted to fly when I was a kid, and once
made myself cardboard wings, with magic marker feathers and everything, and jumped off our
2nd story deck – well, halfway up the steps thanks to Mom’s intervention; and I went on a 3 week
holiday in Scotland, N. Ireland, Ireland, Wales and England – by myself, mostly by the seat of my
pants. (I only had two reservations and a basic itinerary and idea of where I wanted to be and
when. It was AWESOME!)
What does writing mean to you?
Writing began for me as an escape from the tedium of reality. School was easy enough that I
wasn’t challenged, and my home life was not exciting, especially compared to the workings of
my imagination. So I wrote about shapeshifters and magic and epic journeys to save to world –
ala The Lord of the Rings. As I got older and fell prey to teen angst, writing became my voice for
things I had no confidence to say. I could write about characters who were everything I wanted
to be, overcoming challenges and finding love. Now that I am grown and have found my voice in
life, writing remains as a necessity. I write because I must, not because I want fame and fortune
– although a little fortune might be nice. I have characters in my mind who have stories to tell,
and they demand to be heard. In a way, writing has come full circle. It is back to being an
escape—but more like an escape into the rich imaginings I’ve learned to cultivate, rather than
running away from my life.
Which of your heroes is your favourite and why?
Of my published books, I would have to say Blue Thomas is my favorite. He’s mellow, strong,
and humble. He has a good heart. I wrote him as a combination of my husband, my father, and
Constable Benton Frazier, from the TV show Due South. But I think I fall in love with each hero
as I write his story. I very much look forward to learning more about Colton Thomas III (Trip) in
Book 4, and I’m even more excited to get deeper into Colton Thomas Jr in Book 5. They’re old
school cowboys who are just trying to make their simple way in the world, and protecting their
family. That deep sense of being rooted in who they are is really attractive to me.
Which of your heroines is your favourite and why?
I’m really looking forward to writing Savannah Dawn – she’s in Book 4, which I hope to start
soon. She is going to be different from anyone I’ve written so far. She’s a Creole from New
Orleans, and that is just about as far south away from ranching as you can get. The most
interesting thing about her is that she’s a liar. Not compulsive, but by necessity. So when I’m in
her POV, I get to be the unreliable narrator, and readers won’t know for sure if what she’s
thinking and saying is the truth. In general, my characters are very honest, so Savannah will be a
departure from my norm for sure.
What can we look forward to in 2016?
Well, I’m definitely going to release Book 3 of the Boys of Syracuse, Kansas series – hopefully in
Early February. It’s called One Last Song, and features Kylie and Jax getting kidnapped. (No
spoilers!) My goal is to get Book 4 out in 2016, too—working title is Last Refuge. Plus I want to
release a YA Historical Fiction series – the first one in time for Summer Break – and hopefully a
suspenseful mystery with truck driving amateur sleuths, too. It should be a busy year, as my first
writing full time.
An ex-con's search for a new start leads to a chance at a life and a love he never expected. But the life he left behind won't stay quietly in his past.Reach for a Better Future Tim Reardon made a real mess of his life, and spent the last five years paying for it in a federal penitentiary. Thanks to his sister, he has a chance to work on a ranch in a small town where no one knows his history and he can start over. Even his heart likes his prospects in Syracuse, Kansas. Release the Past All Janie Thomas ever wanted was to live a simple life as a veterinarian, taking care of her daughter and the pets and livestock in Syracuse. She had enough drama after giving birth at seventeen. Kylie's father, Cody Buford, couldn't be bothered with a kid and ran off to the big city, leaving her to raise their child alone. Janie hasn't risked her heart since. Brace for a Reckoning Now Cody is back, asking for Janie's forgiveness, but is she ready to give it? On top of that, the brooding, sexy new ranch hand out at the Lazy J is bringing up emotions she thought she had put to rest long ago. Tim thinks he might just be able to leave his past behind him and put his life together. There's just one problem. His past is hell-bent on finding him. Add to Your Goodreads TBR ListBuy on Amazon|B&N|iBooks|Kobo|AllRomanceeBooks|iTunes|Audible
About Kristi:Kristi writes about hard-working people living realistic lives. Her heroes are cowboys and bush pilots, her heroines are tough cops and office workers and veterinarians. She puts ordinary people into extraordinary situations, and lets them discover true character in the face of danger. It might be somewhat out of style these days, but Kristi's heroes and heroines have lines that they don't cross, things that they won't do to save the day. They will find a way to achieve their goals that may take longer and be riskier, rather than cross those lines into doing "whatever it takes" and landing in the murk of questionable morality. They are human, and they do make mistakes. They are practical people and if their loved one is in imminent danger and the only way to save them is to shoot to kill, then somebody is going to die. But death and mayhem are never the first choice for Kristi's heroes. Her villains, however, are under no such restraints. With each novel, Kristi goes deeper to create characters who have real motives, goals, and backgrounds that give the reader a glimpse into the heart of darkness. Villains who hold life cheap, and leave chaos in their wake. But villains aren't always so clear cut. What about when conflict comes from within families? What happens when loved ones believe something so opposite they refuses to see common ground? Or when a community rises up to support the devil in the disguise of prosperity? What if everything you hold dear is threatened by modern progress? The end result is nail biting, edge of your seat suspense that will keep you turning pages, rooting for the good guys and that happy ever after ending. In addition to writing, Kristi drives truck with her husband over the road, which gives her inspiration for her writing:
Witnessing people in all walks of life, and how they react to the situations they find themselves in.Covering thousands of miles across the United States to see many cities and countrysides.Visit Kristi:Website|Facebook|Twitter|Amazon|Goodreads|PinterestGiveaway:The Boys of Syracuse, Kansas Blog Tour Giveaway
January 15, 2016
The Gift - now on Kindle and free on Kindle Unlimited!
The Gift: An Erotic Romance In KievBy Storm Chase
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When Tony rescues three of Kiev's most notorious Mafiosi, he is showered with gifts, including Max, a Goth beauty with purple hair. At first determined to send her home, Tony quickly discovers they share a passion for clubbing and Scotch as well as a mutual horror of relationships. Is this a match made in heaven, or destined for disaster? A lighthearted romance with fully depicted love scenes.
Excerpt
“You’ve got no wife, no girlfriend but many women,” Vasyl rumbled.Tony shrugged. “Sure.” Uneasily he wondered if Vasyl wanted to take him clubbing. He hoped not. Going out on the town with Vasyl was certain to be a bore.“It gave me an idea.” Vasyl strode to the door and opened it. One of Vasyl’s bodyguards pushed a girl into the room. Her long black trench coat looked incongruous against her purple hair and dog collar. She was carrying a guitar case and two large suitcases. Oh Christ! Tony thought in horror. Surely not!“She’s yours,” Vasyl said happily. When he snapped his fingers, the girl took off her coat hastily. She was wearing a black lace dress over a purple shift, violet tights and tall chunky shoes. She had a lovely slim body but it was shaking with fear.Tony shut his eyes for a moment, but when he opened them again, she was still there. This wasn’t a bad dream then. Even so, Tony felt like he’d fallen down the rabbit hole. Except that Wonderland was turning into Horrorland. “I picked her because she’s from your country, but if you prefer a blonde...,” Vasyl offered expansively. Tony made a swift decision, “She’s perfect.”
The girl looked over at him. Suddenly she smiled and gave him a surreptitious wink. Tony was startled by the change in her. The fear fled, revealing a lovely heart shaped face with huge violet eyes and a mischievous expression.“She’s yours to keep,” Vasyl rumbled. “If you get bored, tell me and I will swap her.” He leaned in closer and rumbled, “And if you kill her accidentally, call me. I can fix it.”“How very kind,” Tony said politely. “I don’t think that will be a problem.”The girl was looking at him now with a wide grin. But when Vasyl cast a glance at her, the smile faded and she swallowed nervously. Tony felt a stab of pity for her.Vasyl stood up, ready to go. “We are brothers now,” he said sentimentally. “My private contact.” He pressed a card into Tony’s hand. “We should have a drink soon.”“Sure, your brother has an office in the same building as mine. Maybe we can all meet.”Vasyl looked stunned and then laughed. “You’ve been checking up on us too?”“I like to know who I’m dealing with.”Vasyl gave him a punch on the arm that was certain to leave a bruise. “We’ll be good friends,” he said. “By the way, my people will be around to keep an eye on things. So don’t worry about being followed.”Tony lifted an eyebrow. “Oh?”“Just for a few days,” Vasyl rumbled. “Not everyone thinks you’re a hero.”“Shocking.”Vasyl laughed. “I do love that English sense of humour!”
As he walked past the girl, Vasyl mumbled something. When she sagged at the knees, Vasyl laughed and exited. As the door closed behind him, the girl exhaled. She looked like she was about to faintNow she’ll have hysterics, Tony thought with a sigh. He’d better call the ambassador to say he couldn’t make it.The girl took a deep breath. “Thanks ever so much,” she said. “Wasn’t that awful?” She had a light lilting accent that he couldn’t place.To Tony’s utter astonishment, she giggled. “For a moment I was petrified,” she announced. “But when I saw you looking at Vasyl like he was some sort of exotic bug, I knew you were alright. He’s a real horror, isn’t he?”“Quite.” Tony could see that despite her insouciance, her knees were trembling. “Come and have a whisky,” he said gently.She sank into the sofa with a sigh and caught sight of the bottle standing on the table. “Laphroaig!” she exclaimed. “And the Quarter Cask Single Malt too!”“You like whisky?” Tony asked. Instead of offering her a small nip for shock, he poured her a double. “Love it,” she said simply. “I spent half of my life in Islay, so Laphroaig is like mother’s milk to me.” She sniffed it appreciatively. “Water of life,” she announced. Tony stared at her. The sweet educated voice didn’t go with the looks. “I should introduce myself,” she said apologetically. “I’m Max.”
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