Sorry to be a day late. It's been a busy day Had to take my little dog to the vet yesterday, for his routine injections.. He was such a good boy. He whimpered a bit when the needle went in but soon forgot the discomfort when the vet gave him some treats afterwards.
I can't believe it's the middle of Febuary
already. It hardly seems like a few weeks since Christmas. I've had snowdrops in my garden since January, due to the unusually mild winter, and now there are crocuses, daffodils and primroses as well. I usually have to will the daffodils to bloom in time for St David's Day on March 1st, but this year I'll
be lucky if there are any left by then!
Getting very excited about the forthcoming release of 'Beloved Enemy' on March 11th, and am busy arranging blog tours, etc. If you'd like to see some previews, pictures of my settings and characters and news before I post them anywhere else, and if you'd like to help me get the word out, you're welcome to join my 'Stargroup' street team at https://www.facebook.com/groups/118700921405/
That's all for now, enjoy your pancakes if you're having them today, I'll be making a stack tonight, I love them with cream, lemon, and maple syrup. I might get some nutty chocolate too if I have time to pop to the village shop.
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Then fasten your seatbelts, sip a glass of something sparkling and let's chat awhile!
I hope you'll stop by again for guest authors and spotlights from time to time.
Beloved Enemy joined Starquest and Children of the Mist to continue the Destiny Trilogy and I'm thrilled to announce was shortlisted for the R.N.A. RoNA Awards 2017, awarded 2nd Runner up in the RONE Awards 2017 and was the winner in the SF/Fantasy category of the 'Best Banter Contest'.
Tuesday 9 February 2016
Monday's Musings - on Tuesday
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Saturday 6 February 2016
The Rest of My Life, Sheryl Brown - spotlight and #Giveaway
Genre: Contemporary Romance : Release Date: 1st July 2015
Publisher: Choc Lit @ChocLituk
Publisher: Choc Lit @ChocLituk
Shortlisted for the LoveStories Awards 2015
A Being Anne’s Book of the Year 2015
The Rest of My Life - When is it time to stop running?
“You can’t run away from commitment forever … "
Adam Hamilton-Shaw has more reason than most to avoid commitment. Living on a houseboat in the Severn Valley, his dream is to sail into the sunset – preferably with a woman waiting in every port. But lately, his life looks more like a road to destruction than an idyllic boat ride…
Would-be screenplay writer Sienna Meadows realises that everything about Adam spells trouble – but she can’t ignore the feeling that there is more to him than just his bad reputation. Nor can she ignore the intense physical attraction that exists between them.
And it just so happens that Adam sees Sienna as the kind of woman he could commit to. But can he change his damaging behaviour – or is the road to destruction a one-way street?
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Heartache, humour, love, loss & betrayal, Sheryl Browne brings you edgy, sexy, poignant fiction. A member of the Crime Writers’ Association, Romantic Novelists’ Association and shortlisted for the Best Romantic e-book Love Stories Award 2015, Sheryl has seven books published and two short stories in Birmingham City University anthologies
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Friday 5 February 2016
Book Blast and #Giveaway of Rue Toulouse by Debby Grahl
I'm thrilled to be able to take part in this book blitz for my friend and sister Author Roast hostess Debby Grahl.. This is a great story, congratulations on your latest release, Debby.
Rue Toulouse
by Debby Grahl
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Publisher: The Writers Coffee Shop Publishing House
Cover Designer: Niina Cord
Publisher: The Writers Coffee Shop Publishing House
Cover Designer: Niina Cord
Release Date: January 15, 2015
It’s Mardi Gras time in New Orleans. Attending a masquerade ball, wealthy fashion designer Caterine Doucette, dressed as a shimmering ice princess, has her cool façade shattered when she encounters Bayou-born ex-cop Remi Michaud, disguised as the darkly handsome pirate Jean Lafitte. Their true identities hidden, the princess and the pirate come together in an explosion of passion and desire. But when fantasy turns to cold reality, Caterine panics and disappears into the night, unaware this man will soon be sent to rescue her from a killer and will capture her heart.
Orphaned at a young age, Caterine grew up in the home of her beloved grandmother, Miss Dauphine Doucette. Despised by her Doucette relatives for the devotion she received from her grandmère, Caterine suffered years of envy and disdain. The young Caterine learned quickly how easily the love she had to give could be thrown back in her face.
After Miss Dauphine turns over ownership of the century-old fashion house, Ma Chérie, to Caterine, an attempt is made on her life, for there are those in the Doucette family who will stop at nothing to possess what they feel is their rightful inheritance.
Not knowing whom to trust, Caterine goes into hiding. Miss Dauphine, convinced someone in her own family is behind the attack, hires Remi, now working for a private security company, to track her down and unmask her would-be assassin.
Learning that the affluent Caterine Doucette is the beautiful princess he held in his arms at the ball, Remi is torn between his growing desire for her and painful memories of another rich socialite’s betrayal. Caterine finds herself falling in love with Remi, but old embedded pain leaves her afraid to open her heart.
Down in the Big Easy, Caterine and Remi must learn to trust one another if they are to survive in a world of family greed and ruthless revenge.
“But isn’t that what’s fun about a masked ball, not knowing who the mystery person is you’re talking to? What’s better yet, you can do and say things you’d never consider doing or saying because they also don’t know who you are. As the saying goes, laissez les bons temps rouler.”
Elaine coughed, almost choking on her champagne. “Wait a minute. Back up. Did I just hear you say, let the good times roll?”
Caterine nodded. “I can’t get what happened with Jonathan out of my mind, and I’ve decided that tonight the old Caterine doesn’t exist. Since I’m in disguise, this is the perfect opportunity to prove to myself that Jonathan and those other men are wrong.”
Elaine cocked her head. “Okay, what exactly do you have in mind?”
Caterine grinned. “If I meet someone who makes my pulse quicken and my toes curl . . .” She shrugged. “Who knows? Tonight the ice princess may melt away.”
A wide smile spread across Elaine’s face. “Good for you. If I’m not mistaken, your chance might be coming this way. Good luck.”
Before Caterine could respond, Elaine disappeared into the crowd. She turned in the direction Elaine had been looking and caught her breath. The man dressed entirely in black coming toward her reminded her of a dangerous outlaw from a past century. Lean and muscular, he stood close to six foot. He wore a loose, long-sleeved, V-necked shirt, snug pants, and low boots. As he walked, his body language exuded confidence, power, and incredible sex appeal.
The closer he got, the harder her heart pounded. Okay, take a deep breath. You can do this. He doesn’t know who you are; if you make an idiot out of yourself, it won’t matter.
“Hello, Princess. I believe this dance is ours,” he said, his bayou cadence low and sultry.
Bereft of speech, she could only stare into the thick-lashed, deep blue eyes behind the handsome stranger’s black bandit mask.
He flashed white teeth in a sensuous grin. “I’m not mistaken am I, cher? You looked so beautiful standing there glittering, I assumed you must be a fairy princess.”
She swallowed hard, hoping her voice was steady. “I’m sorry to disappoint you, monsieur, but I’m not a fairy princess. I’m known as an ice princess. But who knows, I still might be able to grant you a wish.”
“No, cher.” He stepped closer. Gently placing his fingers under her chin, he tilted her head back to gaze directly into her eyes. “Whoever said you were an ice princess wasn’t man enough to release your heat. Grant me my wish and I’ll do just that.”
Her first published romance, The Silver Crescent, was released by The Writer’s Coffee Shop in January, 2014. The Paranormal Romance Guild awarded it 5 stars and First Place in the 2014 PRG Reviewers Choice awards in General Romance. Her latest book, Rue Toulouse, a contemporary romance set in New Orleans, came out January, 2015. Debby belongs to Romance Writers of America, Florida Romance Writers, Hearts Across History, Georgia Romance Writers, and Lowcountry Romance Writers.
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Thursday 4 February 2016
Tuesday 2 February 2016
Valentine's Pets And Kisses Spotlight
Valentines Pets and Kisses
by K.L. Brady, J.L.
Campbell, Suzette Riddick
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sweet romance, tender kisses and hugs, and precocious pets—all brought to you
by USA Today bestselling, national/international bestselling, and award winning
authors who have crafted heartwarming heroes and heroines that will make you
laugh, cry, swoon, and sigh.
Candy and canines.
Flowers and felines. Celebrate this Valentine's Day with your sweethearts of
the human and fuzzy varieties!
Nothing is more
heart-warming than kisses from the pet who adores you and the man who loves
you, so snuggle up with VALENTINE PETS & KISSES and strike the perfect mood
for moonlit walks and candlelight dinners with your pet and sweetheart.
Valentine Hound Dog
- Rachelle Ayala
Fashion icon Jenna
Hart, along with her basset hound puppy, tries to convince a burned former
fireman that beauty is never skin deep and love's arrow strikes not only the
beautiful, but the bold.
The Crazy Girl’s Handbook - DelSheree Gladden
Spending the weekend
babysitting her two nephews and a puppy was supposed to be fun. Sweating to
death at a baseball game while getting gum in her hair, soda down her shirt,
and an ice cream pedicure wasn't part of the deal. Neither was finding out the
best guy she'd ever missed a blind date with had witnessed it all. Longest.
Weekend. Ever.
The Vet's Valentine Gift - J.L. Campbell
Matthias Laing has
snagged the woman of his dreams, but his job as a vet keeps getting him into
trouble. The situation is past complicated because of the growing assortment of
animals in Toni's house and to top it all, the conflict between Matthias and
her ex-husband. Can Matthias and Toni's budding romance survive their
challenges and if it doesn't, will Jade, her precocious five-year-old find a
way to play Cupid and fix things by Valentine's Day?
Her Perfect Catch - K.L. Brady
Nerdy, struggling
sports writer Melanie Vincent needs a miracle when her dream of running a
nationally recognized blog hits a snag due to low readership. After Mel is
gifted a pair of Super Bowl tickets for years of faithful dog sitting, she has
a chance encounter with her favorite football player that leads to the inside
scoop on the biggest story of her career...and maybe the love of a lifetime.
Inflamed - Jade Kerrion
Debra Martinez
doesn’t believe in happy endings, until Sean Orr, Havre de Grace’s newest
firefighter, shows her and her son, Aidan, a new and beautiful kind of
“normal.” But the happiness can’t last—not for Sean who is on the run from his
own past.
Remember When - Hope Welsh
Laura and Brent
really tried to make their marriage work, but in the end, it just wasn't meant
to be. Or was it? When they meet to discuss joint custody of their Akita, they
discover they have much more to talk about other than the dog.
Your Biggest Fan? - Sydney Aaliyah Michelle
Noah Patrick, NFL bad boy, has sworn off
women, who only seem to want him for his fame and his money. Callie James is
such a big Noah Patrick fan, she named her energetic Chihuahua after the man of
her dreams. When they find themselves hiding out in the same Brooklyn
Brownstone, a crazy blizzard, a never-ending supply of spaghetti, and a dog
with identity issues bring them together even though they both have secrets
that would tear them apart.
The Feline Fix - Caroline Bell Foster
Meeting Police
Constable Callum Forde on the worse day of her life, makes cat lover and
scientist Wendy Wilde question all that she values, her cat’s loyalty and the
role science plays in love.
Trembling Hearts - Suzette Riddick
Recluse Jason Carr is
living in rural Virginia after an accident leaves him physically scarred. While
taking a stroll and minding his business, the spunky Lezlie Sharpe literally
crashes into his life, stealing the heart of his beloved pooch, Trooper. Now,
forced to share living quarters, will Lezlie capture Jason’s heart too?
Valentino, Be Mine - Tina D.C. Hayes
Kaylee Rose is
thrilled when a neighbor moving out of the country asks if she'll consider
taking in her teacup Yorkie, Valentino, but there are a few strings attached.
When she finds out a man she can't stand is the other caretaker, she's forced
to deal with the arrogant jerk until they decide who gets the pampered pooch
permanently . . . or risk losing the dog to a heartbreaking fate.
Lost and Found - Jeanne Bannon
Lexie is so
distraught after long-time boyfriend, Josh, dumps her, she takes a leave of
absence from her teaching job. Josh leaves behind the puppy he bought for her
just before things fell apart even though she’s not a dog person. Lexie
contemplates giving it away but decides keep the little mischief-maker and get
her some training.
While at puppy
obedience school, Lexie meets Tommy, the happy-go-lucky type she could give her
heart to if only she was ready. But Lexie gives Tommy the brush off and they
lose touch. However, a series of events, some unfortunate, bring them together
again.
Surviving San Francisco - Susan Oloier
When 23-year-old Leah
Newland accepts a job in San Francisco and runs away from her small-town
Illinois life, she expects things to change for the better. What she doesn’t
expect is to lose her job, adopt a cat she hit with her car, and fall for a
sexy and seemingly unavailable veterinarian. Suddenly, going back to the
Midwest seems better than surviving San Francisco.
19 Ivy Lane - Aubrey Wynne
Eloise Kolby steps
off the bus and greets Hollywood with high expectations and a smile. Two months
later, she’s broke, hungry and rethinking her dream. An offer to house sit
provides her with too much time alone, an adopted family of kittens and a sexy
postman waiting at her gate.
Victor Burnham can’t
stop thinking of the beautiful, mysterious woman who just moved into his
hometown. She meets him each day at the mailbox, waiting for a letter.
When the envelope
finally arrives, they both must face decisions that could make their dreams
come true or jeopardize their relationship forever.
Three Plus Three - Cindy Flores Martinez
A year after losing
her husband, a grieving widow, Violet, and their beloved bichon frise visit
their favorite place the day before Valentine's Day. While they are there,
Violet meets a handsome widower who makes her feel alive again.
Excerpt:
Her Perfect Catch by K.L. Brady
The lobby was no less elegant than the hotel's exterior,
draped in luxurious natural-colored decor with reddish accents, Italian marble,
and ornate European-styled furniture placed in cozy, conversational
arrangements. The desk attendant, an older gray-haired lady with a
southern twang, shifted her eyes between them.
"Well, don’t you two make the cutest couple?"
"We do, don’t we?" Dylan said, wrapping his arm
around Mel's shoulder, grinning as if he won the lottery.
With one eyebrow up, Mel glanced at his hand and then
brushed it off. "Uh, no, no. We're
best friends."
"Oh, I get it. Friends with benefits." She winked.
"No, no. Just buddies."
"Well, if he's not with you"—she reached between
her ample bosom and pulled out a
business card—“he can give me a call. I get off in an
hour."
"Uh, ma'am, we'd just like to check in, please. Any
additional rooms available?"
She pursed her lips and gave Mel every bit of her attitude.
"Afraid not. We're all booked up until Monday. Super Bowl."
Mel handed the woman her credit card, waited for her to
process it for incidentals and hand her the keycards. “Room 315. Up the
elevator to the third floor; your room is on the left at the end of the hall.”
As Mel dragged her suitcase and Mack toward the elevator, his carrier handle
started to cut into her finger so she swapped bags with Dylan. Then they pressed
ahead through the pristine, marble lobby to catch a ride to their room.
"Mel, why do you keep doing that?" Dylan asked as
they waited for the elevator to alert its arrival.
"Doing what?"
"Telling everyone we're not together as if I’m a leper
or something."
"If my memory serves me correctly, denying that we're a
couple used to be your role. How many times have you told your potential prey
that I'm your little sister?" Mel responded, giving him the side eye.
"Guess you taught me well, Obi-Wan."
He grimaced as the elevator doors opened, motioned her
inside, and pressed “3.”
"Listen, I've wanted to talk to you about Gizelle. She
didn't cancel. I did...and there's a
reason, something I didn't realize until recently."
"How many times did I tell you Gizelle was all wrong
for you?"
"About a thousand, but that's not what I'm—"
She let out a long exasperated sigh. "Dylan, while I
just love hearing about your sexualexploits and break-ups," she said facetiously,
"how about you hold that thought until after I'm out of a hot shower and
into some pajamas."
"But you don't understand. What I'm trying to say
is—"
Just then the doors opened and Mel stepped off the elevator. It was too late when she heard someone yell, "Go deep!"
Just then the doors opened and Mel stepped off the elevator. It was too late when she heard someone yell, "Go deep!"
An object collided against her temple, causing a dull aching
pain to stretch across her skull and into her neck. Dylan's voice screamed,
"Watch out!" before all light and sound faded and the hall went
black.
Rachelle Ayala From romantic suspense to sweet
contemporaries, I write from my heart and love to include children and pets in
my stories.
Twitter: @AyalaRachelle
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/clare.chu
DelSheree Gladden is a USA Today bestselling young
adult and romance author, whose writing includes everything from dystopian and
Native American mythology to sweet and funny romances.
Website: http://delshereegladden.com/
Twitter: @DelShereeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorDelShereeGladden
J.L. Campbell is an award-winning author who writes
sweet romance, romantic suspense, women's fiction, new and young adult novels.
Website: http://www.joylcampbell.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/JL_CampbellFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jlcampbellwrites
K.L. Brady is a multi-award-winning author of
sweet and sexy romantic comedies, young adult romance, and a spy thriller
series based on her career in U.S. intelligence.
Website: http://klbradyauthor.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/KARLAB27
Jade Kerrion writes frequently award-winning,
occasionally best-selling science fiction, fantasy, and contemporary romance
novels.
Website:
http://jadekerrion.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/jadekerrionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JadeKerrion
Sydney Aaliyah MIchelle is a contemporary romance writer, a
voracious reader and movie fanatic who hails from Texas.
Website:
http://sydneyaaliyah.com/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/sydliya
Caroline Bell Foster writes contemporary women’s fiction
with themes of substance that defy convention.
Website:
http://www.carolinebellfoster.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/cbellfosterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolinebellfoster
Suzette Riddick is a wife, mother and nurse
practitioner who enjoys writing romance novels with a touch of reality.
Website:
http://suzetteriddick.com
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/suzette267Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/suzetteriddickromanceroom/
Tina D.C. Hayes writes romantic suspense and cozy
mysteries while her pampered pooches and parrots stand guard against writer's
block.
Website: https://tinadchayes.wordpress.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/@Tina_DC_Hayes/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TinaDCHayesAuthor/
Jeanne Bannon is an international best-selling
author of paranormal and romance fiction with twenty-five years of experience
in the publishing industry.
Website:
http://www.jeannebannon.com/
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/@jeannebannonFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/pages/Jeanne-Bannon/182120961844916?fref=ts
Susan Oloier is a mother and educator who writes memoir, as well as adult and young adult contemporary fiction.
Website:
http://www.susanoloier.com/
Twitter:
@narrawriterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorSusanOloier/
Aubrey Wynne is an elementary teacher by trade,
champion of children and animals by conscience, and author by night.
Website:
http://aubreywynneauthor.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Aubreywynne51
Cindy Flores Martinez writes sweet romantic comedy and
inspirational romance in both English and Spanish.
Website: http://www.cindyfloresmartinez.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuthorCindy
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Saturday 23 January 2016
Show it off Saturday
Apologies for not being 'live' at the Facebook event - I've and a few computer problems and it's the early hours of the morning here in the UK and I have to be up early in the morning.
However, to win my lovely galaxy pendent, to celebrate the third book in the 'Destiny' series (Children Of The Mist was the second)just answer the following question:
This is the cover of the second in the Destiny Series - which do you think most represents the planet Niflheim?
A, B or C?
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BELOVED ENEMY 3rd in the 'Destiny Series'
Release Date 11th March 2015
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