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Illicit Corruption series

Early on in my writing career, I penned a dark erotica series. Illicit Corruption Volumes 1&2 chronicled the turbulent life of Christine, a woman under the control of a very troubled dominant man. I made no secret of his twisted nature when I wrote it. Now, coming in October, I’ll be completing the series, bringing it full circle. Redemption: Illicit Corruption Volume 3 will complete my foray into this strange world.

Illicit Corruption: Volume One: 

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MQH741I

Blurb:

Into Christine’s day to day drudgery, secret messages begin to arrive. A strange yet tantalizing man sends her notes, dripping with promises of a better and more fulfilling life, filled with exotic adventures and dark pleasures, hers for the taking. Certain that she is meant for bigger things, Christine wants desperately to believe them. Even darker, however, are her admirer’s secrets. Will this mysterious stranger be her savior or her doom?

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Illicit Corruption: Volume Two:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OSP04RC

Blurb:

Carrying a permanent reminder of a man she thought she loved, Christine must find a way to live with the web of lies she used to put him away for good. However, life does not always mean life for the criminally insane, especially when you’re obsessed with a fantasy.

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Illicit Corruption Volume 3: Redemption

Blurb: TBA

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I hope to be announcing a definite publication date for Redemption soon!

Until then, happy reading!

Cover Reveal: Misfortune!

I’m pleased to present the cover to the next Rae Hatting Mystery novel, Misfortune! It’s due out on November 21st, 2015 and will be up for preorder! Without further ado… Death is on the cards… There’s a new serial killer on the loose, dumping bodies in sinister relation to tarot card meanings, preying on his victims’ vices. With roving psychics, all claiming to have knowledge of the killer, to a mysterious Cajun woman, who just so happens to be related to Dr. Sabine Lawson, will Luke and Rae solve the case before another person ends up tempting fate and succumbing to an unfortunate mishap. Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25229054-misfortune

Misfortune joins The Fairest of Them and Crushed Gardenias in the Rae Hatting Mysteries series!

Cover Reveal: Starting Over

Title: Starting Over
Author: Erin Cristofoli
Genre: Erotic/Contemp Romance
Release Date: August 21, 2015









“You can call me Sir”

Left with no option but to leave the only life she has ever known, Katherine White has packed up and moved almost three thousand kilometres for a chance at a new start, with a new job, in a new city. 

When her best friend drags her to a masquerade party on only her second night in town, Kate has a chance encounter with a mysterious masked man that dominates her, pushes her limits and leaves her craving more. He tells her that there is no long-term in their future, but he wants to continue to explore their sexual chemistry. The only trouble is, he wants their identities to remain a mystery. 

Benjamin Hyde has been burned by love and has vowed to never let another woman stomp on his heart. His days are filled with successful business ventures and his nights with one night stands at the club. 

After reluctantly being dragged to a masquerade party by his best friend, Ben is surprised to find a girl that captivates him and he doesn’t hesitate to take control. 

When Ben’s new assistant, Kate arrives on Monday morning, a glimpse of a tattoo on the back of her neck throws a wrench into his perfectly sorted world. Could Kate really be the woman that Ben had hooked up with?

Ben wants to pursue Kate, but she is adamant not to mix business with pleasure. 



Normally Ben would agree, except when it comes to Kate.




















Erin was born and raised in Ontario, Canada, where she resides with her husband and two kids. She is a stay-at-home mom and has long dreamed of having a published book of her own. Starting Over is her debut romance novel. When she isn’t writing, Erin​ has a love of most forms of art – painting, photography and crocheting.


           



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My Kingdom, Your Heaven Cover Release

A few months back, my dad approached me and asked if I could help a friend of his get his self-publishing career off the ground. Well, I’m pleased to announce we’ve made a small step towards final publication today with his cover release for “My Kingdom, Your Heaven.”

Scott C. Davis is an historical reenactor, who has penned a historical novel with a paranormal twist. It’s been a pleasure so far to work with him on this project.

Here is the back cover text:

No soul should be lost…

Some ancient tales are written, or whispered, from the lips of generations, young and old. Legends, frozen in time, of brave heroes and soulless villains. Stories that conjure the imagination of valiant knights, riding on steeds, wearing white armor, and swinging a hallowed sword, saving the innocent, and giving back balance to the weak.

But what if the soulless villain, Death himself, inherited a soul? Would you trust him?

A hero doesn’t always have to wear white, rather, he can come in differing shades of black. Not all are born, yet made from the choices they make, and the sacrifices they give.

My Kingdom, Your Heaven.

The day the Angel of Death received a soul, and why he gave it back to save others.

Coming September 19th, 2015.

Rip Current Release Blitz

Title: Rip Current
Series: Grayton Series #3
Author: Jill Sanders
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Release Date: July 14, 2015



Cole is used to fame and has had his fill of women who fall at his feet, but the one woman he desires the most shows nothing but disdain for him and his reckless ways.
 
Wendy can’t stand Cole, at least in her head. Her body and heart, on the other hand, desire him beyond anything else.

Her breath hitched when she played those words over in her mind. Dating. Was she really thinking about getting into a relationship with Cole Grayton?

She glanced at him again as he leaned closer to her, and his arm tightened around her shoulders. “What?” He leaned closer.

“Hmm?” She turned her eyes back to the screen as he chuckled.

“You keep stealing glances.” His finger went under her chin as he turned her head towards his. “What are you thinking about? Because obviously you’re not really into this show.” He nodded towards the television.

She sighed and glanced at his lips and decided she didn’t want to make up her mind about Cole just yet. Not until she’d had some fun. Who could blame her? It had been months since she’d had any fun. “You did mention something about making out like teenagers.”

“It’s just that I really want stability in my life.”

“I know,” he said again and took her hand in his. “But sometimes what you want and what you need are two different things.”

She couldn’t stop the burst of laughter from slipping out of her lips. “What makes you believe that?” She stopped in front of her door, her keys in her hands.

He smiled and leaned against her front railing. “Invite me in and I’ll tell you.”

She chuckled. “That’s probably the worst idea I’ve heard yet.”

His smile grew. “Won’t know until you give it a try.”

Jill Sanders is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Pride Series, Secret Series and West Series romance novels. Having sold over 150,000 books within 6 months of her first release, she continues to lure new readers with her sweet and sexy stories. Her books are available in every English speaking country and are now being translated to 6 different languages, and recorded for audiobook.
 
Born as an identical twin into a large family, she was raised in the Pacific Northwest, later relocating to Colorado for college and a successful IT career before discovering her talent as a writer. She now makes her home on the beautiful emerald coast in Florida where she enjoys the beach, hiking, swimming, wine-tasting, and of course writing.

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Highlanders are coming…

I’m pleased to announce my little side project! I loved writing “The Soldier’s Secret” so much, I decided I wanted to make historical romances a yearly thing! So, without further ado, I’d like to present my next novel, due out in February 2016, entitled “Flora’s Prince.”

I don’t want to say much right now, but this is based on the life of Flora Macdonald, a real badass woman, who risked her life to smuggle Bonnie Prince Charlie out of Scotland after the Battle of Culloden. What sparked my interest in writing this novel was a locket supposedly given by Bonnie Prince Charlie to Flora when they parted. He said to her: “I hope, madam, that we may meet in St James’s yet,” but they never met again! There is a great deal of mystery surrounding whether or not they had a romantic affair, but nothing has ever been proven.

So, all has been revealed, mostly. Don’t worry Rae Hatting fans, “Misfortune” is still on schedule for publication on November 21st, 2015!

For now, why not have a listen to “The Skye Boat Song,” inspired by Flora’s flight with Charlie. 

Happy reading from rainy Scotland!

Sneak Preview: Misfortune!

I plan ahead ;-).

The next Rae Hatting Mystery, “Misfortune,” will take us from Virginia to Washington D.C. to the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans!

There’s a new serial killer on the loose, dumping bodies in sinister relation to tarot card meanings, preying on his victims’ vices. With roving psychics, all claiming to have knowledge of the killer, to a mysterious Cajun woman, who just so happens to be related to Dr. Sabine Lawson, will Luke and Rae solve the case before another person ends up tempting fate and succumbing to an unfortunate mishap?

Release Blitz! Strongheart’s Woman

It’s my privilege to present Zeece Lugo’s newest book, Strongheart’s Woman. This will certainly not disappoint readers, as they delve into a new type of dystopian world! Details are below. Happy Reading!

Title: Strongheart’s Woman

Series: Before Daniel Fork’s Series #1 (Stand alone)

Author: Zeece Lugo

Genre: post-apocalyptic Romance Novel

Release: June 1, 2015

Goodreads Link: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/25601605-strongheart-s-woman

Blurb:

Two young girls close as sisters. Two lives to be lived. The world to be discovered.

One man to be loved!

Lord Strongheart arrives to meet the princess that by written accord, he must take as wife. Annasai Songbird is everything a man could want: stunningly beautiful, sexy, bright, willing. Strongheart could not be happier. Her beloved cousin Setiyah is all nettles and stings, dark and dangerous as a stormy night. The lord is glad not to be marrying her.

Until Setiyah dances in the moonlight! Under the glow of a full moon, the bewitching girl moves to the beat of tribal drums. Firelight lays shadows on the hollow at the base of her neck. The soft slope of her breasts glows golden and warm. She whirls, and the sound of the tiny beads woven into her myriad of braids is like the patter of raindrops on a summer’s eve.

Lord Strongheart, his beautiful promised bride at his side, watches as one enthralled, bewitched. He knows well that the heart is a treacherous thing, and his has just betrayed him.

Buy Links:

Amazon: http://goo.gl/h5Vk3x

Amazon CA: http://goo.gl/nHQIVf

Amazon UK: http://goo.gl/XpHViU

Amazon AU: http://goo.gl/E30qot

Excerpt:

Lord Strongheart followed the sounds drifting to him in the wind like the sweet, clear tinkling of wind chimes over the babble of flowing water. They were the chatterings and laughter of females where there should be none, but who was he to mistrust his own ears. The warrior-lord moved with a hunter’s stealth and followed the path parallel to the river. As the sounds grew louder, he dropped into a crouch and almost belly-crawled his way until the swimming hole came into view.

It was a beautiful spot indeed, clear and deep, with a large, smooth boulder perched on the edge of the water, great for jumping into the river. Surrounded by sheltering trees and shrubs, it was the perfect place to bathe and frolic. That was exactly what the dozen or so young women were doing. The lord realized what he was doing was not in any way dignified. However, the most honorable man in the world would be hard pressed to pass by a flock of naked young ladies and not stop for a tiny, indulgent glimpse. A wicked smile spread across his face as he settled to do some strategic and absolutely necessary spying.

Out of the water came the most tempting water nymph any man could imagine. The young girl made her way up the boulder to join her friends. Long, dark, wet hair clung to smooth shoulders and down her slim back, to drip over the deep curve that gave way to luscious, firm buttocks. Thighs, long and smooth, met at the juncture where a small triangle of space between the legs could be seen.

As the girl bent at the waist to gather her wet hair and squeeze the water from it, a full view of her fleshy little mound, pink, moist, nestled under her perfect ass rewarded his appreciative eyes. She stood, turned, tossed the wealth of wet hair over her back and raised her face to the sky, seeking the warm kiss of the sun upon her face. From round, firm breasts crowned with pebbled, rosy nipples, dripped iridescent fat drops of water.

“Enjoying yourself?” whispered a voice next to him, and he almost flew out of his skin.

“Hush, my friend,” he whispered, “that we may enjoy the view a bit longer.” As the two men watched, other girls came out of the water and climbed the boulder. Some squeezed out long, wet tresses. Others settled down with knees slightly apart to allow their intimate nooks to dry out in the sun, and a few sat combing their hair with hand-carved wooden combs. One young girl, lush and soft like a mouth-watering peach, arranged herself on the smooth boulder while a friend rubbed her with a white cream scooped out of a small clay pot. Beside him, his companion’s breath caught at such a tempting sight. “Such treasure to be had among the Choctaw,” the lord whispered to his friend.

A few moments later, a rider crested the rise on the far side of the river and rode down the embankment. She wore baggy trousers of faded black cotton, a white, long-sleeved tunic belted around the waist, and a dark length of cloth wrapped around the head and shoulders to protect her from sun and wind.

“Annasai,” the young woman’s voice rang out from her perch on the horse. “Your father sends for you. The visitors are expected any time now, and he wants you at his side and looking presentable when they arrive.”

“No,” the beauty that first caught his attention called back. “The day is too beautiful to spend with boring old men. You go, Setiyah. You stand for me.”

The rider took a deep breath, considering her options. She dismounted and, not bothering to tether her mount, walked down to the boulder. “You know I can’t do that. You are the chief’s daughter. I’m only his niece. It’s your duty to be there. Are you not curious to see the man who will become your husband?”

At this point, Eric Salvo turned to the man who was both his lord and closest friend and grinned. “You are a lucky bastard! That stunning girl is the chief’s daughter. I bet the Accord will not be so hard to keep after all.”

Victor Strongheart, lord of Daniel’s Fork and commander of its warriors, smiled so widely, his face threatened to crack. “Not hard at all.” On the far bank, the argument continued.

“Annasai, quit being such a child and come down. We must dry and braid your hair and make you presentable. There’s little time. Hurry.”

“No, Setiyah. Go back, wear my clothes, cover your head, and stand for me. No one will know the difference. Please, please? Do it for me, my love. I will be there tonight for the feast, I promise.” Annasai pouted her lush lips in a pleading gesture.

Setiyah stood there awhile longer, gazing in frustration at her beautiful cousin. How Annasai always managed to wrap her cousin around her little finger was something Setiyah had long ceased to ask herself. The girls, born six months apart with Setiyah the eldest, were extreme opposites. One acted like she was the mother, and the other behaved like a child. Where one was serious and contemplative, the other was all laughter and impulse. While one was responsible and sensible, the other was wild and selfish. One was mindful of the future of the tribe, but the other thought only of the moment and her own fun.

Still, Annasai was neither evil nor hurtful, as Setiyah well knew. She was just like a songbird, light, playful, wanting to have fun while her beauty was fresh and her power strong. Setiyah sighed and took up her task. These were the careless, wonderful days of youth before Annasai had to settle to a husband, children, and the rigors of duty. The last freedom before she had to marry a man she did not know, maybe even an ugly, mean-tempered brute.

All because the Accord between the tribes and the territory must be upheld. Setiyah mounted her horse and left, and the girls all jumped back in the water with much laughter and careless abandon. The two men took the opportunity to make a quick, quiet retreat. Ten minutes later, they were back on the trail with their men.

Author Bio:

Zeecé Lugo was born in Puerto Rico, grew up in Brooklyn, and lived in many places. She spent seven years in the U.S. Air force, taught for many years in Miami, and even spent a year working for the IRS.

Her early love was reading. The worlds of Pern, Middle-earth, St. Mary Mead, and Shrewsbury Abbey had an incredible influence and hold on her imagination.

She wrote her first novel, Daniel’s Fork, in two months, spending long hours at her task. During that time, she ensconced herself in her bedroom with her computer, barely coming out to grab a cup of coffee or a snack. One day, her nearest neighbor came desperately knocking at her bedroom window, afraid that Zeecé might be dead; no one had seen her for days!

Daniel’s Fork was meant to be the first book in a romantic trilogy. Little did Zeecé know that stories have a way of going where they want to go. Daniel’s Fork turned out to be a journey to the future past! It is a sexy mystery set in the future, giving birth to a fictional universe: the Daniel’s Fork universe.

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Blog: https://zeecelugo.wordpress.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/zeecelugo

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Website: http://zeecelugo.com

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Happy Historical Romance Day!

Two hashtags are trending today: #whyireadhistoricals and #whyiwritehistoricals!

I have read historical romance novels since I was a teenager. To me, the perfect historical romance has a mixture of accurate history and believable romance. I love losing myself in a different time period, not necessarily regency either! I know that’s a huge fan favorite, but I just can’t get into it. Give me war and men in kilts any day of the week!

I write historical romance novels for another reason. I love to tell stories of strong heroines from varying parts of history. Sometimes, the good stories are overlooked because of other, more dominate genres.

So, take a chance! Explore something out of your comfort zone. Remember, it’s not all about Fabio and bodice rippers ;-) Happy reading!

Let the Countdown Begin!

In ten days, ARCs of The Fairest of Them will be going out to bloggers across the web. As a side note, there is still time to sign-up here!

As this time approaches, I’m finding myself freaking out! This is the first time I’ve done this type of promotion package. I don’t know what to expect, and I feel a bit vulnerable putting my novel out there in this way. In the past, I’ve relied on my own marketing skills, word of mouth, and just plain luck. I suppose it’s on par with sending your kiddo off to school for the first time. You want to laugh, cry, scream, and smile all at the same time!

I have some AMAZING beta readers and editors who assure me my book is good, but there is still that niggling doubt. Will I disappoint the readers of Crushed Gardenias, who begged and begged for more Rae Hatting?

On a more positive note, bookmarks! I’ll be giving away a chunk of signed ones at the Fairest release!

So, from all my readers, please wish me luck! This is a HUGE GINORMOUS CRAZY step for me in the direction of becoming a successful self-published author.

Happy reading and I hope to see you at the release party!