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Release Day Blitz: Wish I May by Lexi Ryan

Congratulations to Lexi Ryan on the release of Wish I May.
In celebration of Release Day, Unbreak Me is on sale for just 99c.
There is also a very generous give away on offer so be sure to check out the detail in our post.






I grew up wishing on stars.

My father taught me to believe…in destiny, in magic, in happily ever after. Dreams were my scripture and the starry night sky was my temple. Then Mom stopped believing, left him, and took us with her. At the age of sixteen, I cashed in my dreams to pay the rent, pawned my destiny to keep my sisters together.

Now, seven years later, I’m returning home, grieving the death of my mother, and settling my sisters back into the life Mom threw away. I never intended to stay. I don’t want to deal with my father, who is so invested in the spiritual world he forgets the physical. I don’t want to face William Bailey, whose eyes remind me of the girl I was, the things I’ve done, and the future I lost.

This would all be easier if Will hated me. As it is, I have to hold my secrets close so they won’t hurt him more than they’ve already hurt me. But he wants to be in my life. He wants what I can’t bring myself to confess I sold. He wants me.

I find myself looking to my stars again...wondering if I dare one more wish.







Lexi Ryan, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author, writes romances with humor, heat, and heart. A former college English professor, Lexi now writes full time from her home in Indiana, where she lives with her husband and two children. 

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UNBREAK ME SALE: To celebrate the release of Wish I May , Unbreak Me is now .99 cents for a limited time only! 

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Lexi is giving away 4 $25 Amazon or B&N Gift Cards and the grand prize winner will also receive a signed copy of UNBREAK ME during the tour! Open internationally.

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Blog Tour: Tragically Flawed by A.M. Hargrove

Welcome to our stop on the Tragically Flawed blog tour.  This is a stop you'll be glad you didn't miss.  We get to share A.M's top ten Male Celebrities and there are some hot, hot, hot pics for you to view!!






Riviera Benson’s past has been nothing but horrific. It’s filled with secrets that she intends to keep tightly locked away...terrifying secrets that keep her awake at night...that prevent her from getting close to anyone...anyone that is, until her work as a muralist drives her into the arms of the hot and sexy Shan.

Benjamin Shandon, owner of Shandon Homes, works like a thousand demons are chasing him...because perhaps they are. His business has boomed, ever since the forest fire swept through the canyon and destroyed hundreds of million dollar homes. He demands excellence in everything...from his employees to his women. He slows down for nothing, keeping a schedule that no sane person would want. But Riviera interrupts everything, twisting his guts inside out, and wedging her way into his heart, destroying a promise he made to himself.

Will they let their pasts control their future, or will they decide to let go and allow their hearts to discover each other’s?




Top 10 Male Celebrities 
(Because really, who care about the females, right?)


Number 10:    Chris PineFell in love with him in both Star Trek
Number 9:     Ian Somerhalder. He’s almost too perfect, but when you look at him, you get lost thinking about just that very thing. His arresting eyes and crooked smile get me every time.

Number 8:     Parker Hurley, another amazing model. His body speaks for itself, so I don’t have to. Here, take a peek for yourself.

Number 7:    David Gandy. Like Nacho, he’s an extraordinary model and rocks it all. He doesn’t carry the nickname “Gandy Candy” for nothing.

Number 6:    Nacho Figueras (aka Ralph Lauren model extraordinaire).   This guy rocks it all. I even thought about taking up polo just so I could be like him. *Fans self*


Number 5:     Adam Levine. I tune into The Voice just so I can look at him. He’s that adorable. That smile of his could melt the polar ice cap.

Number 4:    James Franco. He’s such a mixture of cute, sexy and hot that I can’t help but love this guy.


Number 3:     Gerard Butler. Intense, dark and brooding, he’s so versatile in his acting, it’s hard not to fall for him. But that Scottish brogue melts me whenever I hear him in an interview. Mmmmm.

Number 2:   Henry Cavill. In my opinion, he was Superman before he ever was offered the role.

Number 1:   Chris HemsworthHands down, not up for discussion, Chris Hemsworth. Long, dirty blond hair, sexy blue eyes, perfect mouth and a damn body that doesn’t stop. Nuff said.



One day, on her way home from work as a sales manager, A. M. Hargrove, realized her life was on fast forward and if she didn't do something soon, it would quickly be too late to write that work of fiction she had been dreaming of her whole life.  So, she rolled down the passenger window of her fabulous (not) company car and tossed out her leather briefcase.  Luckily, the pedestrian in the direct line of fire was a dodge ball pro and had über quick reflexes enabling him to avoid getting bashed in the head.  Feeling a tad guilty about the near miss, A. M. made a speedy turn down a deserted side street before tossing her crummy, outdated piece-of-you-know-what laptop out the window.  She breathed a liberating sigh of relief, picked up her cell phone, called her boss and quit her job.  Grinning, she made another call to her hubs and told him of her new adventure (after making sure his heart was beating properly again).

So began A. M. Hargrove's career as a YA/NA and Adult Romance writer. Her books include the following: Edge of Disaster, Shattered Edge and Kissing Fire (The Edge Series); The Guardians of Vesturon series (Survival, Resurrection, Determinant, reEmergent and Beginnings); Dark Waltz and Tragically Flawed.
Other than being in love with writing about being in love, she loves chocolate, ice cream and coffee and is positive they should be added as part of the USDA food groups. 


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One lucky winner will walk away with an iPad Mini and a necklace that was designed by Kim at Nair & Bjorn after the one that Shan gave Riviera in Tragically Flawed.

The necklace is open for US and Canada residents only. In the event the winner is from outside the US, an Amazon Gift Card of comparable value to the iPad will be given and the 2nd place winner will receive the necklace.


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Rockin' the Holidays Indie Readers Bash - Saturday 2 November, 2013

25 Bestselling Authors
Cover Models
A Live Band, debuting their CD
Naughty Santa and his helpers
Gift Wrapping
All taking place at the House of Blues Downtown Disney Nov. 2, 2013
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Event Page: http://rockinholidayindiebash.wordpress.com/
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LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE! ***************************************** Meet the Signing Authors! *****************************************Katie Ashley Katie Ashley is the New York Times Best-Selling author of The Proposition. She lives outside of Atlanta, Georgia with her two very spoiled dogs and one outnumbered cat. She has a slight obsession with Pinterest, The Golden Girls, Shakespeare, Supernatural, Veronica Mars, Designing Women, and Scooby-Doo.

With a BA in English, a BS in Secondary English Education, and a Masters in Adolescent English Education, she has spent the last eleven years teaching both middle and high school English. As of January 2013, she is a full-time writer.

She also writes Young Adult under her real name, Krista Ashe.


*****************************************Kahlen Aymes
Kahlen is an award-winning author of sizzling hot, deeply moving contemporary romance. Her books have reached #1 on Smashwords Bestseller List and #2 on Amazon Bestseller list in Erotica and Contemporary Romance. Her stories are filled with intense love, passion, angst and emotion that breathes life into her characters and leaves her readers captivated. She lives near Omaha, Nebraska with her daughter, Olivia and their three dogs. Creative by nature, she enjoys the arts, music and theater... But the love of her life is writing! Her BSBA is in Business and Marketing.
She adores hearing from her readers, so don't be shy.Represented by Elizabeth Winick-Rubinstein of McIntosh & Otis Literary Agency, all three books in her series; The Remembrance Trilogy are available now. Come and experience Ryan and Julia's mad, mad love.
Find Kahlen on Facebook, email to kahlenaymesauthor@gmail.com or follow her twitter accounts; @kahlenaymes & @kahlen_Aymes & blog: http://kahlen-aymes.blogspot.com/
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A homesick Aussie living amongst the cactus and mountains of Arizona, Belinda Boring is a self proclaimed addict of romance and all things swoon worthy. When she's not devouring her latest read, you can find her celebrating her passion for book on her blog The Bookish Snob.With all that excitement, it wasn't long before she began writing, pouring her imagination and creativity into the stories she dreams. Whether urban fantasy, paranormal romance or romance in general, Belinda strives to share great plots with heart and characters that you can't help but connect with. Of course, she wouldn't be Belinda without adding heroes she hopes will curl your toes.Surrounded by a supportive cast of family, friends and the man she gives her heart and soul to, Belinda is living the good life. Happy reading!
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K. Bromberg is that reserved woman sitting in the corner that has you all fooled about the wild child inside of her--the one she lets out every time her fingertips touch the computer keyboard. She's a wife, mom, child rustler, toy pick-er-upper, chauffer, resident web-slinger, LaLaloopsy watching, American Girl doll dressing multi-tasker of all things domestic and otherwise. She likes her diet cokes with rum, her music loud, and her pantry stocked with a cache of chocolate.
K. lives in Southern California with her husband and three children. When she needs a break from the daily chaos of her life, you can most likely find her on the treadmill or with Kindle in hand, devouring the pages of a good, saucy book.Fueled is K. Bromberg's second published novel and is the highly anticipated second book of "The Driven Trilogy." Driven was her well-received debut novel and Book #1 of the series.
*****************************************Renee Carlino
Renee's first friends were the imaginary kind and even though her characters haven't gone away, thankfully the delusions have. She admits she's a wildly hopeless romantic and she blames 80's movies staring Molly Ringwald for that. She lives in Southern California with her husband, two sons, and their sweet dog June. When she's not at the beach with her boys or working on the next book, she likes to spend her time reading, going to concerts, and eating dark chocolate.
*****************************************Eve Carter
New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, Eve Carter, is a true romantic at heart and with a modern contemporary erotic twist to her romance novels, you had better fasten your seat belt, as the ride is always fun, exciting and fiery.
Eve hopes you will enjoy her latest novel, Fearless, the follow-up to NY Times Bestseller, Breathless. Find Eve at: Facebook: www.Facebook.com/evecarterauthor Blog: www.EveCarterBooks.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/evecarterbooks Email: evecarterbooks@gmail.com
*****************************************Gretchen de la O
By day Gretchen teaches computers, by night she dawns the cloak of motherhood, wifehood, and authorship. She is finding her way through self-publishing and is truly learning to let go with every curve and bump in the creative process. Gretchen enjoys writing about first loves and first times, in the first person. She is a firm believer that anything is possible if you set your mind to it; and what you expect out of life, always finds a way of showing up.
She happily lives in Northern California with her amazing husband, their three terrific boys, her talented mother, one goofy black lab, one crazy kitty, and eight happy chickens. Even though it sounds like it, she doesn't live on a farm.
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A Texan at heart, she currently lives in California and Nevada, but spent part of her young adult and new adult years in England. Kailin Gow is a full-time author, a mother of an active little girl, and the founder of the social site, the Saving You Saving Me Project. Kailin Gow has over 100 fiction books published with a handful of non-fiction books. An internationally bestselling author with most of her books having been Amazon, Kobo, and iBooks bestsellers, she was featured as an Amazon Author Success story at https://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.htm.... The World Journal (the equivalent of the NY Times in Asia), also featured her on the front page and called her an author phenomenon.
When not traveling to book signings or attending one of her young daughter's activities, she is working on the next couple of novels. She'd love to hear from her readers and invite them to contact her at kailingowbooks (at)aol (dot) com or friend her on Facebook, where she is a Facebook junkie.
For up to the minute information on new releases, contests, appearances, and news, sign up for her newsletter at:kailingow.comkailingow.wordpress.com and her adult blog, authorkailingow.blogspot.com.Follow Her on Twitter and Facebook about books, writing process, relationship tips, and random musings at:@kailingowfacebook.com/KailinGowBooks
*****************************************Monica James Monica James is Amazon's bestselling author of I Surrender, the first book in the I Surrender Trilogy. I Surrender was released July 30th 2013 through theEDGEbooks.com
Monica James spent her youth devouring the works of Anne Rice, William Shakespeare and Emily Dickinson. Listening to the likes of Elvis to Fiona Apple and everything in between has been her inspirational tool to write. Her varied musical and literary tastes have shaped her into the writer she has become. Monica partook in extra Literature and Writing studies in High School. She studied a Bachelor of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at La Trobe University Victoria, Australia, majoring in Philosophy and Cinema Studies for three years. When she is not writing she is running her own business, but always finds a balance between the two. Monica enjoys reading honest, heartfelt and turbulent stories that leave an imprint on her. She put pen to paper because she wanted to write a book that she would want to read. She draws inspiration from her surroundings, hopeful others enjoy reading about the world as she sees it.http://www.facebook.com/authormonicaj...Twitter: @monicajames81Tumblr: monicajames81
***************************************** Cassia Leo
New York Times bestselling author Cassia Leo loves her coffee, chocolate, and margaritas with salt. When she's not writing, she spends way too much time watching old reruns of Friends and Sex and the City. When she's not watching reruns, she's usually enjoying the California sunshine or reading.
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RK Lilley
R.K. Lilley lives in Texas with her husband and their two beautiful sons. She's had a lot of interesting jobs, from being a first class flight attendant, to being a stablehand, but swears she never knew what hard work was until she had children. She's been addicted to both reading and writing fiction since she can remember. She loves to travel, read, hike, paint, game, watch anime, and make the most of every single day. She is the author of the erotic romance novels In Flight, Mile High, Grounded, Bad Things and the novella, Lana. She is currently working hard on the second book in the Tristan & Danika trilogy, Rock Bottom. You can contact R.K. at Authorrklilley@gmail.comVisit her Facebook page to keep up-to-date on what she's working on. https://www.facebook.com/rklilleyAnd check out her website http://www.rklilley.comR.K. also writes urban fantasy under the pseudonym Rebecca K. Lilley. The second book in her Heretic Daughters series, Crossing Fire, is expected out by the end of the year.
*****************************************Raine Miller
A New York Times bestselling author who has been reading romance novels since she picked up that first Barbara Cartland book at the tender age of thirteen. And it's a safe bet she'll never stop, because now she writes them too. Granted, Raine's stories are edgy enough to turn Ms. Cartland in her grave, but to her way of thinking a hot, sexy hero never goes out of fashion. Ever! Writing books pretty much fills her days now and she's always busy. Raine has a prince of a husband, and two brilliant sons to pull her back into the real world if the writing takes her too far away. She loves to hear from readers and to chat about the characters in her books. You can connect with her on Facebook or visit her blog at www.RaineMiller.com to find out what she's working on now.
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Addison Moore
Addison Moore is a New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling author who writes contemporary and paranormal romance. Previously she worked as a therapist on a locked psychiatric unit for nearly a decade. She resides on the West Coast with her husband, four wonderful children and two dogs where she eats too much chocolate and stays up way too late. When she's not writing, she's reading.

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Tess Oliver
**New York Times & USA Today Bestselling Author***Now Available* FREEFALL (New Adult Romance) Add it on Goodreads today: www.goodreads.com/book/show/18248509-... Oliver is a teacher and writer who lives in California with her husband, kids, a small pack of pampered dogs, and the recent addition of three ridiculously cute pygmy goats. She loves horses, chocolate and Jane Austen books. She has a BS of Nutrition Science, and a MA in Curriculum and Instruction.
She is also an author published by Barron's Educational Publisher.She loves to hear from her readers. You can reach her at toliverbooks@gmail.comOr visit www.tessoliver.com http://tessoliverauthor.blogspot.com/
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Beverly Preston
#1 Bestselling Author Beverly Preston has been a stay at home mom for 21 years, although she prefers the title Domestic Engineer, raising her four amazing kids. Along the way, Beverly worked side by side with her husband Don, the love of her life, designing, building and selling custom homes. As her children begin to venture out on their own, she's left to shed a tear--for a minute--wonder what's next in life, and embrace the feeling of empowerment that surely must've been wrapped in a present she received on her fortieth birthday.If Beverly isn't at home riding her spin bike, you'll find her spinning richly emotional and sinfully sexy romance stories.
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CD Reiss
CD Reiss was born in New York City, and resides in Hollywood, California. After getting her Master's Degree in Screenwriting from USC, she decided to write a TV series in books. The erotic romance novella series is called Songs of Submission, about a kinky billionaire hung up on his ex-wife, an ingenue singer with a wisecracking mouth; art, music and sin in the city of Los Angeles.Bloggers have dubbed the books "poetry," "literary," "exquisite," and "hauntingly atmospheric," which is flattering enough for her to put it in a bio, but embarrassing enough for her not to tell her husband, lest he think she's some sort of braggart who's too good to give the toilets a once-over every couple of weeks.
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Kendall Ryan
Kendall Ryan is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the contemporary romance novels HARD TO LOVE, RESISTING HER, UNRAVEL ME and MAKE ME YOURS.She's a sassy, yet polite Midwestern girl with a deep love of books, and a slight addiction to lipgloss! She lives in Minneapolis with an adorable husband and two naughty puppies, one of which may be part monkey.
Visit her at: www.kendallryanbooks.com for the latest book news, fun events and giveaways!
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Rebecca Shea
Rebecca Shea lives in Phoenix, Arizona with her family and her first "kid" her beagle, Miles. From the time Rebecca could read she has had a passion for reading and books. Rebecca spends her days working full-time in the financial industry as a marketing manager. Born and raised in Minnesota, Rebecca moved to Arizona in 1999 to escape the bitter winters. When not working or writing, she can be found on the sidelines of her boys football games, or watching her daughter at ballet class. Rebecca is fueled by insane amounts of coffee, margaritas, Laffy Taffy (except the banana ones), and happily ever afters.
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Lacey Weatherford
Lacey Weatherford was born in Ft. Meade Maryland while her father was serving in the military. She has been a life long resident of Arizona, spending most of her time growing up in the small rural town of Clay Springs.It was while she was attending the small country school in Clay Springs, that she read her first "big" book at the age of eight. It was a Nancy Drew novel and Lacey was instantly hooked. She read every book that she could find in the series and decided that she wanted to write stories too.Lacey spent a lot of time at the library from that time forward, even volunteering in her later teen years and early twenties. She would don a crazy clown outfit for the Friends of the Library fundraisers in an effort to help get the new town library built.
When she and her husband moved away from the area, Lacey took the opportunity to take some creative writing classes at the local college to help further along her interests. Several years later, they were blessed with the opportunity to move back to Clay Springs with their family. The town had finally succeeded in building their library and Lacey had the opportunity to be President of the Friends of the Library for a very short time, before relocating.
Lacey and her family still live in the White Mountains of Arizona, where she continues to write young adult novels that have a fantasy/fairytale or paranormal bent to them, as well as being sure to include a great romantic storyline!
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Blog Tour: Open Your Eyes by Jani Kay

Second chances? Twisted love triangle? Hot steamy sex? Hell YES!




Adult Contemporary Romance Novel.Warning: 18+ Contains sex scenes and explicit language.

What reviewers are saying about Open Your Eyes
Holy Crap!! ~ 5 Stars ~ K. Greer
“What a book! Let me just say the epilogue blew me away!!!!! Blows my mind!

Sit Down, Strap In And Hold On Tight - Truly An Emotional Ride! ~ 5 Stars ~Lacstines
Amazing, hard to put down story. This was an excellent read which had you on an emotional rollercoaster. The epilogue truly did me in. A love story if I ever read one.

Heartbreaking Love Story. ~ 5 Stars ~ M. Gerena
“Open your Eyes was an amazing good read from the beginning to the end! I was so emotionally and mentally invested in the storyline that I experienced sleep deprivation.”

Seriously…Open Your Eyes & Read It! ~ 5 Stars ~ Torrie
“I am SOOOOO glad that I took the time to read this book. I loved the story and I loved, loved, loved the ending. I would recommend this to anyone who asks!!”

Truly, Madly, Deeply ! ~ 5 Stars ~ R. Brannon
The ups and downs of the book had me screaming and turning the pages quicker and quicker. Absolutely loved this read and I think a lot of woman can relate to Natalie. Great read, it will not disappoint.

Touching!! ~ 5 Stars ~ S. Bachovin
“Loved this book. So touching. Made me cry. Can't wait to read more from this author.”


Shattered and disillusioned after separating from her domineering husband, all Natalie wants, is a peaceful Christmas vacation in New York City, with her 21 year old daughter, Olivia. Uncomplicated. No pressure. Fun.

What she didn’t expect, was meeting a dangerously handsome stranger in an art gallery. He is charming, sexy as hell, and does funny things to her insides. Her frozen heart slowly melts as he seduces her, awakening her deepest desires, showing her that the kind of love she craves is very possible. She wants him as much as he wants her.

Battling his demons from the past, famous photographer Nicholas Gallagher has successfully evaded serious relationships, earning him the title of the world’s most eligible bachelor. But from the moment he lays eyes on Natalie, she stirs something in him. Compelled to chase the sadness from her vivid blue eyes, Nick is captivated by the spirited Australian beauty.

     Hot romance. 
     Steamy sex. 
     Absolute perfection.
 
Until Natalie gets a call from home – one she can’t ignore. In a fateful moment the game changes and throws her life into chaos. Gabriel, her jealous ex, wants her back. Two powerful men want her. She is forced to make a choice that will tear her apart. 

Will Natalie make the right choice? Will she finally find her soul mate, the one person who can look into her eyes and see deep into her soul, everything she is and everything she desires… will she finally open her eyes?

A Stand-alone Novel.






Nick must have sensed that I was awake. He slowly opened his eyes, confused for a few seconds before remembering where he was. He caught me in the act of staring at him, drawing in a short sharp breath when he looked down at me, straight into my eyes. A wicked grin spread over his face as he turned onto his side and hauled me even closer, encaging me with both his arms.

“What a lovely way to wake up,” he whispered as he planted a kiss in my hair. His big hand rubbed up my back leisurely, as if he was savoring the moment, his palm applying just the right amount of pressure to my spine to make me want to purr. In spite of trying to suppress it, a small moan escaped my lips as he reached my neck and gently traced up it with his fingers, till his hand disappeared into my hair. Very gently, he massaged the base of my scalp till I dug my forehead into his chest, the simple touch sending ripples of pleasure through my already aroused body.

Good God! I barely knew the man, but his touch alone could ignite a fire in my belly of a magnitude I had never experienced before. If he could get this kind of toe-curling reaction from me by merely massaging my neck, what would making love with him do to me?

He gently tugged a fist full of my hair, raising my face up to his. I had closed my eyes, not wanting him to see the desire burning deep within me. My heart pounded in my chest as I tried desperately to keep my breathing even.

“Open your eyes. Look at me,” he whispered. I obeyed, even though it would expose my deepest feelings, slowly meeting his intense gaze. I gasped at the yearning in his eyes. My eyes melted into his as he searched my soul, seeing deeper than anyone ever had.

“Natalie,” he groaned softly as his head dipped and his lips covered mine. The kiss was gentle at first, a meeting of mouths and tasting one another. “So sweet,” he murmured against my mouth, then let his tongue slide along my lips, till I parted my mouth to let him slip in. He tasted of cheesecake and sleep…and passion and fire. His silky tongue glided along mine, a mingling of breaths and raw desire.
His hand moved down my back to cup my bottom and pull me against his body, closing the gap between us. So far I had carefully avoided touching in intimate places, much like a virgin in denial of the awakening of her body.
His arousal pushed into my belly, and I let out a gasp that he swallowed quickly with his mouth. My pulse quickened at the feel of his hard length throbbing against me, only the fabric of our clothing between us. The warm liquid pooling between my legs begged for more of him, but I lay there, unable to move, stunned that this man so obviously wanted me. I was getting more and more out of my depth with every passing moment. I wanted him, yet I wasn’t sure how to respond.
I’d never been a one-night stand type of girl. And I definitely didn’t do sex on a first date. Hell, this wasn’t even supposed to be a date. And he was virtually a stranger. Yet the want – the longing – in my belly overwhelmed my senses. I wanted to rub up against his erection; I wanted to kiss him till I was breathless. But I just lay there, dumbstruck. 
“Natalie?”

I screwed my eyes shut.

“I want you, Natalie. God, how I want you…” He thrust his pelvis against my stomach, grinding his steel hard length into me to affirm his words. “But I would never take you now. Not like this.”

His words had a strange effect on me – calming and evoking feelings of deep trust.
“I sense your fear, my little one, why are you so afraid?” His husky voice soothed me over. How could I tell him? Words weren’t enough.

“Open your eyes so I can see what you’re feeling. It's OK, I won’t hurt you.” Concern laced his voice. His hand cupped my chin, his thumb gently caressing my lips. I could drown in his touch alone.
My lids were heavy. Heavy with desire and pain and fear. 
“Open, Natalie,” he coaxed so gently I couldn’t refuse.
I forced my eyes to open, my lids lifting slowly, trying to force my gaze to be neutral. But the moment I looked into his – soft and gentle – all the emotions came rushing back. This man could look deep into my soul without me uttering a word. 

A sigh of relief escaped his lips. “You want me too…” he breathed as a wicked, wicked grin spread over his lips.

He must have read the confusion in my eyes. “For a moment there I thought you didn’t want me, little one. But your eyes tell me everything I need to know.”

The pressure from his thumb increased on my lips, and as a small gasp escaped, he pushed his thumb into my mouth. I sucked his thumb hungrily, my groin throbbing with want.

“Ahh, God,” he groaned. “What you do to me…” He took my hand in his and slipped it between us, resting my palm on his erection, which had grown even harder and longer as I touched it. “I want you.” I stroked his length lovingly, my thumb rubbing over the tip roughly, sucking his thumb harder and harder.

He pulled his thumb from my mouth and instantly replaced it with a warm wet kiss, his tongue wild, stroking, teasing, hot and wet.

His hands slipped under my top, finding my breasts like missiles, pushing my bra cups up. “You feel so good,” he moaned softly, “a perfect handful,” as his thumbs rolled and pinched my aching nipples. His words turned me on even more, the heat between my legs rising, my panties wet with want.

I slung my leg over his, pressing my body as close to his as I could get it, rubbing my mound against his throbbing erection, desperate for the friction, pushing him closer with my leg on his ass. It was driving me wild, in spite of the barrier of clothing between us.





What is it that you enjoy about writing fiction?

When I write I go into a different world. It is the purest form of escape. Time stands still. All my senses are engaged. I am fully alive, but in an alternative universe. It is a feeling unlike any other. Addictive.

I love peeling back the layers and discovering all that is hidden beneath the surface of the book characters. I want to keep digging till I get to the very core of them – of what makes them tick, their inner desires, their conflicts and fears - searching into their very soul.

I am an observer of people and their behaviours; you will always find me in the back corner of a café, sipping a latte, watching people, imagining what goes on in their lives. 

When did you first know you wanted to become a writer?

My childhood dream was to be a writer - I wrote elaborate stories with well-developed plots and characters. I told my younger brothers stories I made up as I went, every night before bed. I have a VERY active imagination... My writing style is the same – I am what is known as a ‘pantser’ - weaving stories by the seat of my pants, making it up as I go, letting the characters speak for themselves. I merely record the story they show me in a movie in my head.

As a teenager I spent school vacations reading. I would start a book in the morning and only close my eyes when done at around 3 am, sleep a bit, wake and start the next book... I have always been a voracious reader...

I would spend my last dollar on a book. Reading gives insight into another human being’s thoughts, expands your mind - all for the small price of a book – often less than the cost of a coffee. Amazing!

What made you write your first book?

Fear of failure is the biggest stumbling block to realising our dreams. All my life up until last year, I waited, thinking I had to write something really profound. Then one day I had an AHA moment - I realised I didn’t need to, I could simply write what I enjoyed and connected with - steamy adult romance... seems there are an awful lot of people who like reading it...

I realised that time is fleeting, that I had do it NOW - not waiting any longer to realise my dreams. I had to open my eyes to the possibilities. I didn’t want to die with regrets of never having the courage to follow my passion of writing. 

Tell us about ‘Open Your Eyes’ – your début novel.
 
I started writing Open Your Eyes in the air, flying between Australia and New York in January 2013. It's a very long flight…

I’d just been to New York for New Year – to see the ball drop in Times Square with my daughter – something on our ‘bucket list’. So a big part of the story plays off in New York.

In Open Your Eyes, Natalie is a disillusioned forty year old woman who is in search of inner peace and tranquillity; she wants to escape her problems by having a fun and relaxing vacation in NYC with her feisty daughter, Olivia. No pressure, no worries, no complications…

Natalie believes in second chances in spite of her demons. Separated from domineering Gabriel – whose cruel and jealous ways hurt her deeply – she still hopes for reconciliation for her family’s sake.

However, her world is turned upside down when she unexpectedly meets a charming, seductive bachelor – the famous photographer Nicholas Gallagher - who awakens her latent desires and sweeps her off her feet in a delicious holiday romance.

Just as Natalie starts falling for Nick, Fate steps in. Caught up in a heart wrenching love triangle, she is forced to make a difficult choice. Gabriel is her first love, the man whose name and children she bears. Nick truly sees her, deep into her soul. Both men want her. Who will she choose? Because above all, Natalie wants a second chance at love and happiness.

So one of the issues we explore in ‘Open Your Eyes’ is how she deals with her search for her true soul mate. Is it ever too late; are we ever too old to stop yearning for that special connection?

Why is ‘Open Your Eyes’ based on mature adults?
As a voracious ‘more mature’ reader, I have read a lot of contemporary romances, particularly all the latest best-selling romances. And although I enjoyed reading them, I sometimes couldn’t quite connect as much with the very young heroines. I wanted to read about someone I could identify with myself, a heroine who had a bit of life experience, who had been through ups and downs over a few decades of life.

Natalie is forty, experienced and mature, but she still has a LOT of living left in her. So we follow her journey in ‘Open Your Eyes’. And yes, sex is still very hot and steamy at that age!! Probably even better, as she is in the prime of her life... 




Jani has been married for a long time to a special man, and her two children and their partners are the sunshine in her life. She is a voracious reader and would spend her last dollar on a book - always fascinated that for the mere price of a book, she can escape her world for a while and see through someone else's eyes.

Besides reading, her favorite 'thing' is traveling - she has traveled the world, learning about the ways people live and has come to the realization that no matter where we live, we all ultimately want the same things. Her hobby - Scrapbooking - keeps her up till way after midnight and her usual subjects are her family and her travels.

Ever since she can remember, Jani wanted to write stories about people, about their lives and loves. Relationships and Happiness - arguably the most difficult things to master in life and yet exactly what everyone ultimately desires (in her humble opinion).


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Cover Reveal: Seamless by R.L. Griffin

Seamless is book #3 in the By a Thread trilogy by R.L. Griffin - and it now has a cover!!

Title: Seamless (By A Thread #3)Author: RL GriffinRelease Date: December 10, 2013


Professional, successful, survivor Stella has mastered the art of appearances and conquering what life throws at her. Time after time, she chooses to fight even though she's consistently poised to break. It's that fight to get her life back, to make things right, to survive that defines who she is. She's been loved, left, lost, blown up, shot, and exploited. Physically, she's almost completely put back together. Mentally, Stella's one step from a vindictive retaliation that may or may not be her best choice.

In Seamless, Stella has no choice but to step into the ring with someone who she once loved. It's a dirty fight that will take all she has. Will she do what it takes to win? Will she make it out alive?

You'll cheer her on until you realize all is not what it seems. Appearances can be deceiving.



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Blog Tour: Desperation of Love by Alice Montalvo-Tribue

Welcome to our stop on the Desperation of Love Blog Tour!

Title: Desperation of LoveAuthor: Alice Montalvo-TribueSeries: Of Love #2Available: September 22, 2013Cover Design: Distorted Edge Designs

To the outside world, Jordan Burke appears to have the perfect life. A fulfilling career, family and great friends, but looks can be deceiving. Events from her childhood, and a painful secret, keep Jordan isolated and unwilling to commit to any man. For her, every relationship comes with its own expiration date.

Alex Garza has lived in the shadow of his brother’s fame for most of his life. He's an outcast in his own family and never able to put his own needs first. When his brother gives up his career to settle down, Alex is forced to reevaluate his life plans too. Over the past year, his friendship with Jordan has developed into a source of comfort. Now that he has the time to devote to a relationship, can he convince her to take a chance on love or will their painful pasts and a tragic event destroy their future?




“What is this place?”

 “You’ll see.”

Moments later, we’ve pulled up to a private strip of ocean. It’s a completely secluded beach. There are no homes around, no boardwalk, no people, it’s just us. “Oh, wow.” I sigh, taking in the beauty. Being close to the ocean is the one thing I’ve always loved about living in New Jersey. Nothing calms me quite like lying on a beach and listening to the sounds of the waves rolling in. I’m stunned that I’ve lived here all of my life and never knew this existed. He removes his hand from my neck as I look over at him and smile. 

“This is amazing. How did you find this place?”

“I’ve been coming down on the weekends and exploring the area for months now. I just happened to end up here one day. I love it. It’s just peaceful, which is something that I’m not used to. I’ve lived in the city all of my life so this is like the perfect place for me to come and clear my head. The best part is that no one is ever here. It’s always like this,” he says. Looking at him now, I can see something that I haven’t noticed before. I’m pretty sure it’s pain. He keeps it hidden and he’s good at it. I would know, I’ve been doing the same thing for years. Maybe that’s why we’ve always been drawn to each other. Now I can’t help but wonder what has put that look on his face. What or who has caused Alex pain? “Come on. Let’s go get our feet wet.”

“Yeah?” I can feel the shift in his mood and it’s infectious. I like when Alex is in a playful mood, it makes me giddy.

“Yeah.” He gets out of the car and comes around to open my door. I hop out and take his cue, slipping off my shoes and rolling up the bottom of my jeans so they don’t get wet. He takes my shoes from me and tosses them in the backseat along with his. He grabs my hands as he walks backwards, pulling me forward as he goes. “You ready?”

“Yes,” I squeal.

“It’s probably cold,” he warns.

“Just don’t do anything crazy, alright?”

“What? Like this?” He tugs on my hands and jerks me forward until our chests are touching then bends down and pulls me over his shoulder in a fireman’s hold.

“Alex!” I shriek, laughing at the same time. “Put me down. If you throw me in the water, I swear to God, I’ll kill you!”

“I can’t hear you over the sound of the waves. What did you say?”

“Alex, please don’t throw me in.”

“Say it again, baby. I like it when you beg.”

“Alex, please!” 

He laughs. “Alright, princess.” He plants me back onto the ground, my feet coming into contact with the chilly water. I try to hit him on the chest but his arms are around my waist before I can move. He pulls me closer, until our bodies are touching. I have to look up in order to meet his eyes. I regret it as soon as I do, because his lips swiftly crash against mine before my brain can even register what’s happening. I want to pull away, I know that I should, but this is how he does it. This is how he draws me in every single time we’re alone together.




Alice Montalvo-Tribue lives with her husband and daughter in New Jersey. She has a bachelors degree in communications and is currently working on her masters degree. She spends most of her free time reading, writing, and when the weather permits lounging out on a beach.







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Blog Tour: Wicked Thing by Angeline Kace

We're so excited to share Wicked Thing by the incredibly talented
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Carmyn Rafferty witnessed the aftermath of her mother's affair. She learned at a young age not to trust anyone. Especially not your spouse. So she's planned. She's planned every detail of her life: who her husband will be, what their careers will be, what their lives will be like. All to avoid the pain of infidelity.

Dallas Brown lives a life all his own. He doesn't do relationships, he doesn't care what anyone thinks of him, and he doesn't live up to anyone's expectations but his own.

When Carmyn's fiancé cheats on her, it sends her into a whirlwind of one-night stands with the most infamous player on campus. She can't seem to stay away from this tough guy and his dangerous motorcycle. Everything about him is the complete opposite of who she'd planned to fall in love with: tattoos, dark stubble along his jawline, and hair that brushes his shoulders.

As Dallas and Carmyn begin to fall deeper and deeper into each other, they learn that love can truly be a wicked, wicked thing.







I have been a fan of Angeline Kace's since her very first book. I couldn't wait to get a hold of this and sink my teeth into it and it didn't disappoint! 

Camryn Rafferty is the girl we'd all love to hate but can't help but like. She's the girl that the guys think is the hot tamale but yet doesn't see herself that way. She's just come out of long relationship that she saw going somewhere with her 'it' guy only to find out that he liked to have some 'indiscretions' on the side. She's devastated of course and decides to play the field and not get serious again. She's in a sorority and Kace gives us a sneak peak into the nasty side of them. 

Enter Dallas Brown whom I went gaga for from the very first page. He has a sex appeal and niceness that you can't help but swoon over. He is who all the girls want. They're ruthless and mean just to garner some of his attention.

What starts out as a friendship and something 'meaningless' turns into much, much more. Relationships are developed, mistakes are made and feelings arise that can't be turned off.

The best friend is fantastic and I loved her character and her mouth and I'm so excited to see what's in store.

I walked away finishing and thinking about these characters several days later. Dallas is now *sigh* a new book boyfriend.

Fantastic book and one I know you'll enjoy!

4.5 out of 5




Angeline is a Scorpio living in the Rocky Mountains with her husband and dogs. She loves all things paranormal, believes ghosts are real, werewolves aren't, and vampires? Definitely real! At least in the Vampire Born world they are. She is currently at work on her first New Adult Romance, Wicked Thing, which releases September 2013.




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Release Promotion: Worth the Fight by Vi Keeland

We loved, loved, loved this cover when it was revealed.  
The book summary grabbed our attention and suffice to say the book itself has lived up to our expectations.  

Nico will hit book boyfriend lists everywhere - ladies he's HOT!!  And Elle is a mighty fine female lead too.  There is so much to love in this book go and grab Worth the Fight  you will not be disappointed!!


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Title: Worth the FightAuthor: Vi KeelandPublication date: October 3, 2013Summary: Standalone, HEA


It didn’t matter that the ref called it a clean hit. Nico Hunter would never be the same.

Elle has a good life. A job she loves, a great apartment, and the guy she’s been dating for more than two years is a catch and a half. But it’s boring…and she strives to keep it that way. Too many emotions are dangerous. Her own past is living proof of what can happen when you lose control.

Then Nico walks into Elle’s office and everything changes…for both of them. But what can the tattooed, hard-bodied MMA fighter and the beautiful and always steady attorney have in common? A lot more than they bargained for.






This is the first Vi Keeland book I've read and it won't be the last.  In Worth the Fight Keeland has created some fabulous, fabulous characters.  I have no doubt that Nico will become a very popular book boyfriend - an MMA fighter he has all those attributes that send women swooning - sexy good looks, muscles on muscles, tattoos and he knows what he wants when it comes to Elle.  I think Elle will become an equally popular 'female lead'.  She is gorgeous (of course!), smart and has just the right level of confidence to be a good match for Nico.

Worth the Fight was a quick read, and I was completely drawn into the story finishing it in one sitting.  Both characters are battling guilt and remorse from past events in their lives.  Both have judged themselves more harshly than anyone else and consequently they have made decisions about their lives that have left them essentially passing time.  Elle is in a relationship that is safe, that allows her to limit the depth of her feelings and fills her days with work.  Nico is avoiding getting back in the cage and yet still training as he would in the lead up to a fight.

The relationship that develops between the two is perfect.  It moves at a pace that is believeable and I was super impressed with the way Keeland built the tension/emotion between Nico and Elle.  It was almost radiating off the pages.  There are some hot and steamy scenes but they don't overwhelm the story.  There is no huge relationship drama and no cheating.  This doesn't mean there aren't issues in the story that the characters must overcome, there are, but they are more based around the struggle each of them faces in dealing with their past and finding a way to move forward.  

I loved Worth the Fight .  It is one that will be easy to recommend to people looking for a swoon worthy male, a strong and yet feminine female, an engaging story and a satisfying conclusion.

4 out of 5 stars


Vi Keeland is a native New Yorker with three children that occupy most of her free time, which she complains about often, but wouldn't change for the world. She is a bookworm and has been known to read her kindle at stop lights, while styling her hair, cleaning, walking, during sporting events, and frequently while pretending to work. She is a boring attorney by day, and an exciting USA Today Best Selling smut author by night!



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Release Day Blitz: What He Really Feels (He Feels Trilogy, #2) by Lisa Suzanne

It's release day for Lisa Suzanne's What He Really Feels.We met Travis in How He Really Feels and now it's time to hear his story!


Book: When He Really Feels (He Feels, #2) Author: Lisa Suzanne Genre: Contemporary Romance Release Date: October 3, 2013 Hosted by: Book Enthusiast Promotions

He told her How He Really Feels and had his heart broken. Now Travis Miller is trying to move on from the greatest heartbreak of his life by getting out of town. But two nights before his big move to California, Travis meets a mystery woman who grabs hold of his broken heart and gives him hope that he can piece it back together. Will Travis ever figure out What He Really Feels, or will he be stuck on his first love forever? Will he find his happily ever after? What He Really Feels contains some adult situations and is intended for mature readers.



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Lisa Suzanne is a high school English teacher who lives at home in Arizona with her amazing husband and adorable yellow lab.  


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Cover Reveal: Storm Front (Book #2 in the Charistown Series) by Lisa N. Paul

Check out the cover for Storm Front, book 2 in the Charistown Series by Lisa N. Paul.Then make sure to read the teasers - this one sounds awesome!Oh and enter the giveaway too - you can win a $25 gift card.


Author: Lisa N. PaulBook Title: Storm FrontSeries: Book #2 in The Charistown SeriesGenre: Contemporary Erotic RomanceCover Designer: Mae I Design and Photography Release date: Expected in January 2014





The Darker the Storm, The Deeper the Pain…
Love knows no bounds when two people are destined to be together. One fights to maintain the distance; while the other battles to close the gap.
The Brighter the Light at the End…
Will they move forward together or finally close the last remaining door to their past?
It’s time for Ryan and Ashley to decide. But once that decision is made, there will be no going back…
Always Reach for the Light…
A Neighborhood bar where old wounds heal, friends become family, and some...become lovers...
Danny's on Main is where their story continues… Where they all shelter each other during the … 
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Lisa Paul is a wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, reader, writer, blogger, and self-proclaimed comedian—just not always in that order. Ever since she was a little girl, she has devoured books. Falling in love with the Sweet Valley High series at a young age drew Lisa to series books and inspired her to write her own. Storm Front is the second book in her Charistown series. When not writing, Lisa can be found eating french fries and Godiva raspberry truffles, or hanging out with her husband and two sons.



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