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January 6, 2017
The Pleasure of Favorite Things #MFRWauthor
When I hear the words my favorite things, I can hear Julie Andrews singing about raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens. A beautiful song, a gorgeous voice…sublime! And one of my favorite things. The lyrics send my focus inward, seeking the other bits and pieces of life that dissipate the sting of the bee.
The warm stroke of my husband’s palm along the curve of my waist and down my hip. The luxuriant taste of premium chocolate as it hits my tongue and begins to melt. The little-boy giggle...
January 5, 2017
I’m at Angela Scavone’s Blog Today
Angela Scavone invitedme to share an excerpt from Maon: Marshal of Tallav with the readers of her blog. We’d both love for you to drop by and leave a comment or learn more about Angela’s books.
January 4, 2017
Insecure Writer’s Support Group – January 2017
I discovered the Insecure Writer’s Support Group today and had to post my answer to the question of the month (first Wednesday of every month) immediately. No waiting until next month.
January 4, 2017 Questions: What writing rule do you wish you’d never heard?
I really hate the comma after introductory phrases rule.
From the Chicago Manual of Style: “An introductory adverbial phrase is often set off by a comma but need not be unless misreading is likely. Shorter adverbial phrases are less lik...
January 2, 2017
Wanna join a review team/street team? Now’s Your Chance
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Love reading & reviewing? Like finding new authors?
Wanna join a review team/street team?
We have 30 authors of varying genres who would love to find new readers! Why join a team? (Or lots of teams?) There are so many perks…like FREE books, advanced notice of sales, giveaways, and new releases. Let’s not forget the swag and signed books so many authors give to their team as a reward for the suppo...
January 1, 2017
Almost Perfect Real Life Maon & Selina Shirley with Kids
While out adding new fashion pics to my Selina: House of Shirley Pinterest board, I discovered a fashion blogger and her family that are the almost perfect real life Maon & Selina family. Christine Andrewfounded Hello Fashion in December 2011 to inspire readers by showcasing a mix of both high and low fashion. And does she ever have good taste. But she doesn’t just feature women’s designs. With three children and a handsome husband, it’s only natural for her to post pics of them in the terri...
December 31, 2016
Cailin Briste Featured at The Great New Year’s Giveaway – NYE
Free books New Year’s Eve from three authors, including yours truly. I’m giving away a copy of my latest sci-fi romance Maon: Marshal of Tallav. enter to win by posting a comment on Lex Valentine’s Blog, Sunlight Sucks, New Year’s Eve Giveaway post– The Great New Year’s Giveaway – NYE
Jenna Ives andKim Carmichael are also part of today’s Giveaway with more authors on New Year’s Day.
December 29, 2016
“The Key” Free Read
Tyen has three rules: pain is not a good thing, any significant other in her life is her co-equal, and under no condition would she ever model for Kolya Kushnir.
Kolya likes playing games especially those that involve predicament bondage. When he snatched her key and forced Tyen to play hide and seek, he never imagined his actions might kill her.
“The Key” is free to all subscribers of the Cailin Briste newsletter. You’ll also receive “Merry Christmas, Santa” until the end of 2016.
December 27, 2016
40% Off Cailin Briste’s Books Today Only
Shane: Marshal of Tallav andMaon: Marshal of Tallav, Books 1 and 2 in the Sons of Tallav series, are on sale today at Loose Id. 40% off the list price. This is the best price Loose Id has ever offered the books, so stock up your ereader now!
Immerse yourself in romance!
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December 26, 2016
Best Price Ever – Sons of Tallav Series
40% off Shane: Marshal of Tallav #1 and Maon: Marshal of Tallav #2 in Loose Id’s What I Really Wanted for Christmas Sale.
Shane Tiernan, the Beast of Tallavan aristocratic society, needs relief from the matriarchal rules that are destroying his life. His hope lies in a female submissive, newly graduated from a top sex school. From her resume, she seems perfect. Profile and real life collide when he arrives to collect her. He’s stunned when he spots her vaulting ove...
December 25, 2016
Merry Christmas from the Sons of Tallav
Shane: “People have spread throughout the galaxy, but in our sector of the Federation traditional Christmas is still celebrated. Maon, data dink that he is, found–”
Maon: “Data crunch. I’m a data crunch!”
Shane: ::::smirk:::: “–data crunch that he is, has found some ancient Earth history to share with us.”
Maon: “Hope you enjoy the first Christmas song in space and a bit of 1950’s Santain space art.”
Selina: “Thanks for reading our stories.”
Adrianna: “Absolutely! From all of us to all of you...
