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September 29, 2014
New Cover for "Winter Thaw"
"Winter Thaw" also has a new cover that is much better than the old one. It will take Amazon a few days to update the covers, of course, so if you want it with the new one, you should wait to buy it. (Or you can borrow it for free with your Kindle Unlimited membership.)
Kane Winter is cold and unemotional, two assets that make him an excellent assassin. Danika Rich, widow of a murdered senator, inspires unaccustomed emotions, making him want to protect her. The passion he feels for Danika began to un-thaw his frozen heart, but he knows she can never love him when she learns he was the one who assassinated her husband.
Kane Winter is cold and unemotional, two assets that make him an excellent assassin. Danika Rich, widow of a murdered senator, inspires unaccustomed emotions, making him want to protect her. The passion he feels for Danika began to un-thaw his frozen heart, but he knows she can never love him when she learns he was the one who assassinated her husband.
September 28, 2014
New Cover for "Picture Perfect"
"Picture Perfect" has a lovely new cover that is so much better than the amateurish one it used to have. The model representing Mekhi...yum. Unfortunately, it usually takes Amazon a couple of days to update covers, so here is an early reveal:
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(I haven't figured out how to insert images on Goodreads blog posts. Pardon my lack of techno prowess.)
Rachel and Mekhi are new roommates and old friends. Rachel has wanted him for as long as she's known him, but he only dates women of his own race. She settles for fantasies and friendship, longing for more.
Mekhi never saw Rachel as anything more than a friend until they became roommates. Suddenly, she is all he can think of. Now, he just has to convince her they should share a bed, not just an apartment.
http://kittunstall.blogspot.com/2014/...
(I haven't figured out how to insert images on Goodreads blog posts. Pardon my lack of techno prowess.)
Rachel and Mekhi are new roommates and old friends. Rachel has wanted him for as long as she's known him, but he only dates women of his own race. She settles for fantasies and friendship, longing for more.
Mekhi never saw Rachel as anything more than a friend until they became roommates. Suddenly, she is all he can think of. Now, he just has to convince her they should share a bed, not just an apartment.
New Cover
"Picture Perfect" has a lovely new cover that is so much better than the amateurish one it used to have. The model representing Mekhi...yum. Unfortunately, it usually takes Amazon a couple of days to update covers, so here is an early reveal:
Rachel and Mekhi are new roommates and old friends. Rachel has wanted him for as long as she's known him, but he only dates women of his own race. She settles for fantasies and friendship, longing for more.
Mekhi never saw Rachel as anything more than a friend until they became roommates. Suddenly, she is all he can think of. Now, he just has to convince her they should share a bed, not just an apartment.
Rachel and Mekhi are new roommates and old friends. Rachel has wanted him for as long as she's known him, but he only dates women of his own race. She settles for fantasies and friendship, longing for more.Mekhi never saw Rachel as anything more than a friend until they became roommates. Suddenly, she is all he can think of. Now, he just has to convince her they should share a bed, not just an apartment.
September 12, 2014
Shane
Copied from Goodreads Blog: Shane Please don't read this if you haven't read "An Unyielding Desire."
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As I wrote at the end of the novel:
This was a grueling story to write. I really wanted to do justice to the characters’ experiences and emotions. The whole story started out well, and the words came easily. The plot went where it was supposed to go…until Shane developed a conscience. He was supposed to be the villain, but I guess he didn’t like that idea. Once that twist popped up, I surrendered and let my characters take me along for the ride. We entered some murky territory, and I think this might be the darkest thing I’ve ever written. There were times when I had to take a break from the angst and issues, but I always found myself drawn back and compelled to continue. These characters demanded resolution, and I was at their mercy. (Yes, I’m aware that sounds kind of nuts.)
Shane is still a quandary. Is he redeemed? Did he change? I think he must have, but how much? Is he worthy of his own story, or has he done too many horrible things to ever be completely redeemed? I’m interested to hear my readers’ input on the subject.
September 1, 2014
Shane
Please don't read this if you haven't read "An Unyielding Desire."
An Unyielding Desire
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As I wrote at the end of the novel:
This was a grueling story to write. I really wanted to do justice to the characters’ experiences and emotions. The whole story started out well, and the words came easily. The plot went where it was supposed to go…until Shane developed a conscience. He was supposed to be the villain, but I guess he didn’t like that idea. Once that twist popped up, I surrendered and let my characters take me along for the ride. We entered some murky territory, and I think this might be the darkest thing I’ve ever written. There were times when I had to take a break from the angst and issues, but I always found myself drawn back and compelled to continue. These characters demanded resolution, and I was at their mercy. (Yes, I’m aware that sounds kind of nuts.)
Shane is still a quandary. Is he redeemed? Did he change? I think he must have, but how much? Is he worthy of his own story, or has he done too many horrible things to ever be completely redeemed? I’m interested to hear my readers’ input on the subject.
An Unyielding Desire
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As I wrote at the end of the novel:
This was a grueling story to write. I really wanted to do justice to the characters’ experiences and emotions. The whole story started out well, and the words came easily. The plot went where it was supposed to go…until Shane developed a conscience. He was supposed to be the villain, but I guess he didn’t like that idea. Once that twist popped up, I surrendered and let my characters take me along for the ride. We entered some murky territory, and I think this might be the darkest thing I’ve ever written. There were times when I had to take a break from the angst and issues, but I always found myself drawn back and compelled to continue. These characters demanded resolution, and I was at their mercy. (Yes, I’m aware that sounds kind of nuts.)
Shane is still a quandary. Is he redeemed? Did he change? I think he must have, but how much? Is he worthy of his own story, or has he done too many horrible things to ever be completely redeemed? I’m interested to hear my readers’ input on the subject.
August 29, 2014
Seeking Reviewers
I'm seeking reviewers for An Unyielding Desire. I'll provide an ARC of the book in exchange for an Amazon review. The review must include the info that I gave you a copy for an honest review. Email me at tunstallkit @ hotmail.com (no spaces) if you're interested. Thanks.
http://www.amazon.com/Unyielding-Desi...
http://www.amazon.com/Unyielding-Desi...
August 16, 2014
More details about "An Unyielding Desire"
Now that "An Unyielding Desire" is about to be ready for purchase, I wanted to talk a little bit more about it. I have no idea where this idea came from. I woke up one morning, and most of the plot was already there. I knew who the characters were and what they were going to do. It was strange to have a book set 13 months after The End, when the first in the series was a century later, but it suited the plot. I wasn't going to argue with inspiration when it so neatly presented me a fully formed idea. All I had to do was write it down.
That's when the trouble began. The first 80 pages or so just about wrote themselves according to plan. And then the characters stopped doing what I had expected and started revealing new depths and behaving in ways I hadn't expected. I don't want to give away anything, but let's just say that the book ended up surprising me too.
This is one of the darkest things I've ever written, along with being emotionally complex (I hope). AUD very much took on a life of its own and decided its own fate. It's a strange experience, as an author, when the story takes over. I hope you, as a reader, will enjoy where it takes you.
That's when the trouble began. The first 80 pages or so just about wrote themselves according to plan. And then the characters stopped doing what I had expected and started revealing new depths and behaving in ways I hadn't expected. I don't want to give away anything, but let's just say that the book ended up surprising me too.
This is one of the darkest things I've ever written, along with being emotionally complex (I hope). AUD very much took on a life of its own and decided its own fate. It's a strange experience, as an author, when the story takes over. I hope you, as a reader, will enjoy where it takes you.
Preorder Now!
The next book in the "After The End" series is now available for preorder via Amazon. Preorder should also be available on other retailers within a short time.
http://www.amazon.com/Unyielding-Desi...
Thirteen months after a solar event and government sabotage crippled most of the world's electronics, Mina and her family endure on their farm. At first, the return of her brother-in-law and the remaining members of his Army platoon is cause for celebration, but it doesn't take Mina long to discover he has brought a dangerous man into their midst. Determined to claim Mina for his own, Shane's pursuit is relentless. She finds solace in Cooper, but knows she can't act on her attraction if she wants to keep everyone safe from Shane. When Coop discovers Shane's true nature, a violent confrontation ensues that splits the group and brings more danger to the farm, leaving the group fighting not just to survive, but to keep their haven intact.
http://www.amazon.com/Unyielding-Desi...
Thirteen months after a solar event and government sabotage crippled most of the world's electronics, Mina and her family endure on their farm. At first, the return of her brother-in-law and the remaining members of his Army platoon is cause for celebration, but it doesn't take Mina long to discover he has brought a dangerous man into their midst. Determined to claim Mina for his own, Shane's pursuit is relentless. She finds solace in Cooper, but knows she can't act on her attraction if she wants to keep everyone safe from Shane. When Coop discovers Shane's true nature, a violent confrontation ensues that splits the group and brings more danger to the farm, leaving the group fighting not just to survive, but to keep their haven intact.
June 3, 2014
My first time
Other than a couple of guest blog posts, I've never done this before. I'm nervous and shy. Will it hurt? Oh, I guess I've just lost my blog virginity. LOL.
I have no idea what I'll write about on a regular basis. I have myriad interests, which might or might not relate to my writing. Of course, I'll try to keep it reading or writing-focused, since that's the only reason you'd care about my blogging on Goodreads.
Assuming anyone actually reads this, what would you like to see on this blog? Do you want to know about my behind-the-scenes writing process, the characters, plotting, how I write, or what? Any input is appreciated. Thank you.
I have no idea what I'll write about on a regular basis. I have myriad interests, which might or might not relate to my writing. Of course, I'll try to keep it reading or writing-focused, since that's the only reason you'd care about my blogging on Goodreads.
Assuming anyone actually reads this, what would you like to see on this blog? Do you want to know about my behind-the-scenes writing process, the characters, plotting, how I write, or what? Any input is appreciated. Thank you.
