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Monday, November 28, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Wistful Wednesday
Today I have the pleasure of welcoming author Laurie Bowler into the Moonlight. Welcome, Laurie!
Laurie Bowler:
My Books and Why
I Love to Write
Firstly let me introduce myself and a little about my books. My name is Laurie Bowler and I live in the United Kingdom. I am the author of a whole host of books there seems to be a never ending desire to write. My books are as follows: Moon Rising, Sunrise to Sunset, Golden Horizons, Serena Embracing Darkness, Depths of Darkness, Locum, Order of Blood, Hacked Up, Bloodthirsty Gruesome Tales, Death Bite.
The Moon Rising series consists of Moon Rising, Sunrise to Sunset, Golden Horizons and Order of Blood, they have been the most inspirational books for me to have written, from all 3 I have learnt so much about the writing process and I have managed to pursue my talent and create so much more. Since writing this series my nickname has become ‘The Writing Machine’ because I don’t stop writing, I’m always finishing a book and delving straight into another one.
There are so many reasons why I enjoy writing. At first, it was only a hobby and something I decided to do suddenly in November 2009, and now I have found myself developing further with the plots and characters that I create.
Every day is a massive learning curve, reading reviews and hearing readers thoughts and feelings teaches me many different aspects that |I could incorporate into my writing, and for this I am grateful.
As well as the reasons to fulfil my enjoyment of writing, its my greatest pleasure when I see my name on the back of a printed version, and for those who have joined the technology changes and have an e-reader, to be able to have my name on the e-versions is just as fulfilling as the print version.
Death Bite is my new horror story, and it is incredibly graphiin the details of the storyline, and I have had immense fun writing these.
With Death Bite, I had an idea that writing something with Zombies as the featuring storyline would be a bit like an icebreaker to start my writing getting into the right direction in the horror scene, and so it began. I will admit at first I thought I was going to puke, I put that much detail I gave myself nightmares and my stomach turned over with every chapter that I wrote.
Normally I only write paranormal stories but I felt like having a change, I will be publishing plenty of new paranormal stories in the next few weeks but I need to get over my newly acquired horror bug first.
Here is the synopsis:
Jessica Hargreaves knows a thing or two about being a strong woman. But as a deadly epidemic sweeps across the world, she is put to the test as the flesh eaters rise from the dead and begin to consume the living flesh of the people they encounter. Can Jessica and her small band of survivors escape the evil that is rising across the land or will she be consumed by the unholy hunger of the damned?
And the link:
http://www.amazon.com/Death-Bite-ebook/dp/B005LW4GR0/ref=sr_1_35?ie=UTF8&qid=1315557700&sr=8-35
Please also follow my blog:
http://www.officialblogofauthorlauriebowler.blogspot.com/
Hacked Up is brilliant. Here is the synopsis for you:
Allie Bates longs for the peace and solitude from the strange stalker that had been sending crude and malicious messages and so she leaves her life behind in the city and moves to the country.
Allie moved opposite a strange and intensely dark house opposite, the first of the nightmare soon begin with the strange sounds of screaming.
Rising from curiosity and intrigue she ventures to investigate and then finds herself deep inside a nightmare she wished would end soon.
Will Allie ever be able to escape the nightmare and the constant torture? Or is she destined for death? Who is the psychopathic person that inhabits the house opposite?
http://www.amazon.com/Hacked-Up-ebook/dp/B005MKZKXA/ref=sr_1_36?ie=UTF8&qid=1316112185&sr=8-36
I have also written Hacked Up that has just been published, I cant seem to get enough of writing graphical details in horror. Its kind of like my new bug and one I am certainly pursuing at the moment.
I do have a whole list of books waiting to be edited, they are called: Vampire Hunter, Blood Fusions, Locum 2, Death Bite 2 and of course Hacked Up 2. My list could go on because I have many sequels to write too!
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Supernatural Sunday
First, my apologies. This was supposed to run on November 15, but due to a scheduling mix-up on my part, it didn't. Now, onto the post!
Interview with Striker from Paradise 21
Hi Striker, and welcome to Moonlight, Lace and Mayhem.
Thanks for having me.
First, can you tell us a little about yourself?
Well, I’m a space pirate, born and raised. I’m not ashamed of my heritage. We were the ones left behind on old Earth, and we had to make do. If that meant stealing, then so be it. I come from a long line of survivors.
If you could wish one wish and have it come true, what would your wish be?
To find a better world for my people, one where they don’t have to eat recycled food and fight over who sleeps closer to the ventilation shafts.
If you could change things, would you rather Tiff never abandoning you on the island? Why?
You mean, planet, right? There’s no large body of water on Sahara 354, so no oceans and no islands. Although that would have been nice…
Never. If I never met Tiff, and she never abandoned me, then I wouldn’t have found Aries. In a strange way, I owe Tiff everything, even after she managed to take everything from me. Weird how life works, ain’t it?
What's the first thing that went through your mind when you first saw Aries
Beautiful, innocent, and incredibly naive. She was standing right before a sandworm, just staring at it like it was some stuffed animal in a museum. If I hadn’t found her, she would have been its next meal. Just thinking of it makes me sick to my stomach.
Describe Aries in five words or less.
Stunning, sophisticated, compassionate, and able to love unconditionally.
Best thing that's ever happened to you?
Meeting Aries, for sure.
Worst thing that's ever happened to you?
My five year exile on Sahara 354. Thanks, Tiff.
Favorite food?
Roasted scorpion. You can get ‘um between the rocks just as one sun sets and the other rises. I imagine it tastes much like what lobster would have.
Favorite color?
Sky blue. Reminds me of pictures I’ve seen of old Earth.
Hobby?
Restoring alien spacecrafts. One hell of a hobby if you ask me. Almost got me killed.
Darkest secret? I figured you wouldn't tell me, but it's worth a try :P
Guys don’t usually give this stuff up, but since you’re being nice: I’d have to say a part of me will always love Tiff. Even if she betrayed me. She’s got a raw vulnerability that just sucks me in. I want to save her, but I can’t. She’s got to make her own choices, and they’re never good.
Greatest fear?
Losing Aries. It happened once already. Don’t want to talk about it.
Best memory?
A guy doesn’t kiss and tell.
That's about it... unless you have anything else you want to say?
Nope. Thanks for having me here, and remember, pirates aren’t all bad.
Thanks for visiting with us all today.
Book Blurb:
Imperfect Striker possesses the freedom Aries envies, and the two connect on a level she never thought possible. But pursued by her match from above and hunted by the planet’s native inhabitants, Aries quickly learns her freedom will come at a hefty price. Aries has lived her entire life aboard mankind’s last hope, the New Dawn, a spaceship traveling toward a planet where humanity can begin anew—a planet that won’t be reached in Aries’ lifetime. As one of the last genetically desirable women in the universe, she must marry her designated genetic match and produce the next generation for this centuries-long voyage.
But Aries has other plans.
When her desperate escape from the New Dawn strands her on a desert planet, Aries discovers the rumors about pirates—humans who escaped Earth before its demise—are true. Handsome, genetically.
The life of the man she loves.
Excerpt:
Aries sped through space in her escape pod as if she fled the event horizon of a dying star. The controls blinked warnings around her, but she ignored them, pressing the touchscreen to fire the engines to full capacity.
Let’s see how fast this antique can go.
Her sweaty palms slipped on the cold metal as she clutched the restraining bar across her seat. Freedom intoxicated her, coursing through her veins like she drank liquid fire.
She squeezed her eyes shut and screamed, releasing raging emotions held back from years of conforming and keeping her true thoughts silent. Many times Aries had thought her head would implode from the pressure, but instead she’d schemed, plotting the day of her departure down to the last water bottle. As the sound of her voice dissipated, she opened her eyes and peered at the stars as they blurred into streaks of shimmering light.
The time flashed on the screen in fluorescent green: 1638. Aries committed the numbers to memory. She’d have at least three hours before the ceremony and reception ended and her fellow Lifers began searching for her. Her shipmates would check her cell first, then activate the locator embedded in her arm. When they realized she’d jumped ship, they’d stop the engines and count the escape pods. By then, Aries would be a parsec away from the New Dawn.
Author Bio:
Aubrie Dionne is an author and flutist in New England. After reaching a high point in her flutist career Aubrie decided to pursue other creative passions.
“I’d always loved writing and reading fantasy/sci fi books ever since I was little but I always pushed it aside for flute. I felt like I needed to explore more of my interests in life. Ever since I started writing, I couldn’t stop! I use what I’ve learned about craft, diligence, structure, from my flute playing. It’s exciting to start a new discipline and have no idea where my boundaries are: how far I can go with it, how good I can get.”
Paradise 21, Aubrie’s fourth book, was released August 2 as one of Entangled Publishing’s ten launch titles.
Aubrie is represented by Dawn Dowdle of Blue Ridge Literary Agency. Her short stories have been featured in Mindflights, Niteblade, Silver Blade, Emerald Tales, Aurora Wolf, A Fly in Amer, Moon Drenched Fables and various anthologies.
Her books are published by Entangled Publishing, Lyrical Press, Gypsy Shadow Publishing, and Wyvern Publications.
Aubrie’s Website
http://www.authoraubrie.com/my-short-stories
Aubrie’s Blog
http://authoraubrie.blogspot.com/
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Starlight Saturday
Finding Ms. Wright
Blurb:
Demon Prince Eric Wyvern must have Cassandra. Boldly, he kidnaps the gifted psychic from a mountain inn, taking her to his dark underworld. Held captive, her key to freedom is agreeing to his terms. Neither expects to fall in love and unlock the secrets that can save both worlds. – M.L. Guida
Sia
Paranormal hunter Andrew Grant has less than a week to locate a stone and thwart a wizard’s bid for ultimate power. Sia holds the key to his success and to his heart. Only together can they discover love and save the world. – Hillary Seidl
Evelyn
Five hundred year old Prince Alexander needs a woman, and only archaeologist Evelyn will do. Their magical kiss sparks more than mere romance – it creates a key that will open their hearts to a true love that will save their worlds. – Lori Corsentino
Three men, each on a crucial mission to save their way of life, seek their true mates – women who unknowingly hold the key to their very survival.
Release date November 15th.
Publisher 5 Prince Publishing
http://5princebooks.com/
Meet the authors behind a sexy new paranormal tale; finding Ms. Wright.
Lori Corsentino
Lori’s love of reading has transcended to include penning her own tales of romance. She is experimenting with writing in several different genres, including paranormal – a definite favorite. “There is just so much you can do when you step outside the known world,” she explains “and creating a paranormal story allows you to take yourself and your readers anywhere your imagination wants to go!” Her debut novella, Evelyn, will be published as part of the Finding Ms. Wright: Three Tales of Extraordinary Love anthology available from 5 Prince Publishing in November.
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Tell us readers; why do we love the paranormal genre so much? What are your favourite elements to these stories? And which is your favourite paranormal tale from 2011?
Lori.
Hillary Seidl
Since Hillary had her first encounter with a ghost at age nine she has been obsessed with all things paranormal. She started her writing journey by writing fan fiction and now is happily writing paranormal romance. She avidly watches all the paranormal shows she can! She is happily married to her very own chef and they have two amazing dachsunds who leave happiness and chaos wherever they go.
Maybe Boulder is starting to rub off on me but I have to say I have been thinking a lot about energy lately. To be a successful person I know that I need to surround myself with positive energy. I was feeling quite in a slump the last couple of weeks, not being able to get myself going in the morning and a general blah-ness to my writing. I knew it was time for a change. The energy around me needed a major boost. Here is how I reversed my bad energy situation.
1. Went to the gym and worked out the bad energy.
2. Bought sage sticks and smudged my house.
3. Had a massage.
4. Set goals for myself every day and cross off at least two things.
5. Lit candles and relaxed before bed.
6. Drank lots of water.
7. Watched a couple of awesome paranormal shows!
So far so GREAT! I have been much more productive than I had in weeks. I took care of my body, my mind and my spirit because all three are connected. I'm not sure what happens to writers but it is so easy to fling yourself in bad habits. Getting distracted was one of my major ones. I cured that by picking up my laptop and going to the library. Now I get twice the work done. Woot!
What do you do when you get in a slump? What are your tricks to getting yourself back in shape? I would love to hear them!
~Hillary
M.L. Guida
M.L. Guida writes paranormal romance. She is pursuing her Master of Art in Creative Writing through Regis University. She currently is a member of Colorado Romance Writers, Romance Writers of America and Savvy Authors. For the past two years, she was the newsletter editor for CRW and she was CRW’s Vice President for 2011. M.L. Guida lives in Colorado and enjoys skiing, taking her cocker spaniel, Sadie, for walks and traveling.
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Thursday, November 17, 2011
Twilight Thursday
Blog Tour and Review
for
Marian's Christmas Wish
by Carla Kelly
Book Blurb:
Miss Marian Wynswich is a rather unconventional young lady. She plays chess, reads Greek, and is as educated as any young man. And she’s certain falling in love is a ridiculous endeavor and vows never to do such a thing. But everything changes when she receives a Christmas visit from someone unexpected—a young and handsome English lord.
My Thoughts:
Admittedly, this isn't a lot to go on (most books I read tend to have much more to offer by way of blurbs/basic information), but still, I had high hopes going into this book. With the holiday season fast approaching, I felt I was due for a nice Christmas story. And while this book met that expectation on the most basic level, it still was a dnf for me. The premise is interesting, the writing crisp and clear, but...it just didn't seem to be going anywhere. I kept waiting for something to happen with Marian and the English lord, but all I kept getting was her insistence she never intended to marry and her scheming to get her sister married off to the too-shy vicar.
Maybe I didn't stay with it long enough for the actual story to begin, but I simply got lost in the waiting. This story is so leisurely paced, nothing of significance ever seems to happen. I suppose that could be just a symptom of my conditioning, having read so many books that grab you by the throat and drag you through the story without leaving you a chance to breathe - and with the high volume of books I tend to read, I need a fast pace to keep me going.
But don't let my opinion put you off. If you're looking for a sweet romance with a leisurely pace - and have more patience than I do - then check this book out.
Author Bio:
A newcomer to Cedar Fort, Inc., Carla Kelly is a veteran of the New york and international publishing world. The author of more than thirty novels and novellas for Donald I. Fine Co., Signet, and Harlequin, Carla is the recipient of two rita Awards (think oscars for romance writing) from romance Writers of America and two Spur Awards (think oscars for western fiction) from Western Writers of America.
Recently, she's been writing regency romances (think Pride and Prejudice) set in the royal Navy's Channel Fleet during the Napoleonic Wars between england and France. She comes by her love of the ocean from her childhood as a Navy brat.
Carla's history background makes her no stranger to footnote work, either. During her National Park Service days at the Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site, Carla edited Friedrich Kurz's fur trade journal. She recently completed a short history of Fort Buford, where Sitting Bull surrendered in 1881. Following the "dumb luck" principle that has guided their lives, the Kellys recently moved to Wellington, Utah, from North Dakota and couldn't be happier in their new location. In her spare time, Carla volunteers at the railroad and Mining Museum in Helper, Utah. She likes to visit her five children, who live here and there around the United States. Her favorite place in Utah is Manti, located after a drive on the scenic byway through Huntington Canyon.
And why is she so happy these days? Carla looks forward to writing for an LDS audience now, where she feels most at home.
(From the author's website.)
Check out the website for other stops on the tour:
http://marianschristmaswish.com/
Other Places to Find Carla:
Author Blog http://
Author Facebook: https://www.
Book Poster page: http://
Publisher Blog http://www.
Publisher Facebook https://www.facebook.
Publisher Twitter http://twitter.com/#!/
Publisher GoodReads http://www.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Wistful Wednesday
Wistful Wednesday with Sharon Lathan
Wistful: An adjective meaning longing and yearning characterized by melancholy; sadly pensive. Derived from the obsolete wist of unknown origin, dating to the 1500s as a term for “intent” or “closely attentive” and later evolving to include “yearningly eager” by 1714.
Researching vocabulary and word etymology is a hobby of mine. In the case of “wistful” my prompting to open the dictionary was due to an instant feeling of applicability to my new release, Miss Darcy Falls in Love. It was undoubtedly a coincidence on Margay’s part that the date set for me to guest blog here on Moonlight, Lace, and Mayhem falls on Wistful Wednesday. Yet I detect the hand of fate. Or at least that sounds more exciting!
Wistful isn’t a word we use too often, or if we do we are probably thinking of “wishful”. The definitions are similar although wishful has a positive connotation attached that differs from the melancholy of wistful. As it relates to the main characters in Miss Darcy Falls in Love, wistful is a better choice.
Georgiana Darcy and Sebastian Butler - my heroine and hero - are not naturally melancholy people. Quite the opposite, in fact. They both have a tremendous sense of fun and joy, are lively and creative, and love to laugh. Nevertheless, like all humans they are multi-layered, and like all good stories they must overcome obstacles.
Synopsis--
Noble young ladies were expected to play an instrument, but Georgiana Darcy is an accomplished musician who hungers to pursue her talents. She embarks upon a tour of Europe, ending in Paris where two very different men will ignite her heart in entirely different ways and begin a bitter rivalry to win her. But only one holds the key to her happiness.
Set in post-Napoleonic Empire France, Miss Darcy Falls in Love is a riveting love story that enters a world of passion where gentlemen know exactly how to please and a young woman learns to direct her destiny and understand her heart.
Georgiana’s wistfulness is a result of buried yearnings. She desires to embrace her talents but lives in an era where that does not seem possible. Then when she meets the man who holds the key to unlock those yearnings, she realizes her passion and desires are greater than she imagined, and thus even further beyond her reach.
Sebastian’s wistfulness is a result of discovering that while pursuing his longing for music as a man boldly can, even with the severe cost, unexpected yearning can change his focus. His single-minded purpose is crystal clear and within his grasp, in his heart worth the troubles along the way. So he is unprepared for a new twist. Mostly he is unprepared for encountering a desire he cannot fulfill.
Wistful.
It is a great word! I think I shall use it more often! Thanks Margay, for the opportunity to be a guest on your blog and for reminding me of a cool word. Feel free to share some of your favorite words with me. This vocabulary hound is always on the lookout for a unique word!
Sharon’s Bio--
Sharon Lathan is the best-selling author of The Darcy Saga sequel series to Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice. Her previously published novels are: Mr. and Mrs. Fitzwilliam Darcy: Two Shall Become One, Loving Mr. Darcy, My Dearest Mr. Darcy, In the Arms of Mr. Darcy, A Darcy Christmas, and The Trouble With Mr. Darcy. Miss Darcy Falls in Love is Georgiana’s tale of love and adventure while in France. Complete with a happy ending. In addition to her writing, Sharon works as a Registered Nurse in a Neonatal ICU. She resides with her family in Hanford, California in the sunny San Joaquin Valley. Visit Sharon on her website: www.sharonlathan.net and on Austen Authors, her group blog with 20 novelist of Austen literature: www.austenauthors.com
I want to thank Sharon for guesting with me today! What great fun! And be sure to check out her author blog and the absolutely fabulous home for all things Austen - Austen Authors. It is one of my favorite places to go to learn what's new in Austen World and to keep up with my favorite Austen authors - like Sharon.
(My review of Miss Darcy Falls In Love to come soon. Watch out for it!)
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Supernatural Sunday
M.L. Guida, Interview with Eric Wyvern,
Prince of the Dragon Demons
Today, I’m here with Eric Wyvern, Prince of the Dragon Demons. He has agreed to be interviewed. Once again, Eric, I’d like to thank you for being here.
Eric Wyvern: You’re welcome, but can we get this over with.
M.L. Guida: Sure. I’ll read the first question.
1. M.L. Guida: What are you most ashamed of?
Eric Wyvern: Kidnapping my mate, Cassandra Wright, but I didn’t have a choice. If she didn’t come, my people would have remained feral forever. She might have said yes if I asked, but patience isn’t a virtue of mine.
2. M.L. Guida: What beliefs would you die for?
Eric Wyvern: Honor and loyalty without these two, life is meaningless.
3. M.L. Guida: What three things do you value most?
Eric Wyvern: I value the Golden Tree, Cassandra and my people.
4. M.L. Guida: What do you do for a living and why?
Eric Wyvern: That’s an odd question. Duh? I’m a Prince of the Dragon Demons. Need I say more?
5. M.L. Guida: What makes you vulnerable?
Eric Wyvern: Trying to act like a human. I don’t understand this damn courting crap that humans male go through to win their mates. I’m shocked the human species hasn’t become extinct.
6. M.L. Guida: What kind of a family do you come from?
Eric Wyvern: My family is powerful and at one point, my parents ruled with love and caring, but that’s changed. My father rules with an iron fist and all he cares about his power. My mother is worse. The Wraith says time is running out. The Golden Tree is dying. If the tree isn’t healed, my family will remain evil and devious forever.
7. M.L. Guida: What emotional pain are you afraid to express?
Eric Wyvern: Watching my family turn feral. I refuse to tell what they’ve done. I don’t want to end up like them.
8. M.L. Guida: Do you have any unusual skills or talents?
Eric Wyvern: Why do you ask me such strange questions? If you’re asking about magic, yes I can do what humans call magic. I also have wings. Once again, I don’t know how the human race has survived with such limited abilities. But then again, Cassandra is human and my mate.
9. M.L. Guida: What is the one thing you regret most?
Eric Wyvern: Not being able to protect the children more. Feral demons are deadly and love to torture and maim other creatures, including children. They want power and despise the weak. I hated it, but I was outnumbered and if I interfered, the children suffered more. I’ve always regretted this, especially what happened to my young nephew, Toby.
10. M.L. Guida: What is the one thing you desire most?
Eric Wyvern: For Cassandra to forgive me and want to be my mate. I’ve watched and loved her for so long…
Thanks Eric for taking the time to be here.
Eric Wyvern: If I’d known what kind of questions, I’d might have changed my mind. Humans. Anyway, you’re welcome.
Finding Ms. Wright Blurb
Cassandra
Demon Prince Eric Wyvern must have Cassandra. Boldly, he kidnaps the gifted psychic from a mountain inn, taking her to his dark underworld. Held captive, her key to freedom is agreeing to his terms. Neither expects to fall in love and unlock the secrets that can save both worlds. – M.L. Guida
Sia
Paranormal hunter Andrew Grant has less than a week to locate a stone and thwart a wizard’s bid for ultimate power. Sia holds the key to his success and to his heart. Only together can they discover love and save the world. – Hillary Seidl
Evelyn
Five hundred year old Prince Alexander needs a woman, and only archaeologist Evelyn will do. Their magical kiss sparks more than mere romance – it creates a key that will open their hearts to a true love that will save their worlds. – Lori Corsentino
Three men, each on a crucial mission to save their way of life, seek their true mates – women who unknowingly hold the key to their very survival.
Release date November 15th.
Publisher 5 Prince Publishing
http://5princebooks.com/
Now for an excerpt!
Chapter One
Cassandra Wright woke with a start. Sunlight peered through the half open red and gold drapes. A matching dark red and gold comforter draped over her. Where was she? She sat up in bed and looked around. Her best friend from college, Lilly Grace, lightly snored across the room in her twin bed.
Cassandra shook her head and plopped back down. That’s right. Skiing. She was at the Galena Mountain Street Inn in Frisco, not on top of a snow bank with Mr. Hot Lips’s arms holding her close.
Her long black U2 shirt-shirt bunched up around her waist. Sweat streaked down her face. She rolled to the side of her double bed, grabbed a tissue from the nightstand and wiped her forehead and cheeks. She moistened her lips. God, she felt as though she’d finished running a marathon or at least one kind of marathon. Who ever thought that having sex all night would drum up a sweat, a pounding heart and sore muscles like running in the Boulder Boulder?
It had been him again. He vanished – a figment of her imagination. Like always, the same hollow feeling swept over her. She would be alone.
Leaning against her headboard she caught her breath. Lilly flickered awake and glanced over at her. “Cassie, why is your face so red? You’re sweating. Did you have that same dream again?”
Cassandra shook her head. “Yeah, but this time he was so…so….”
Lilly cocked her eyebrow. “That good, huh?” She gave her a teasing grin. “God, I haven’t seen you blush this bad since we went to see the Bridesmaid movie last month.”
“I mean,” Cassandra stammered. She wadded up the tissue and threw it into a nearby trashcan. “Come on, the opening scene – she’s practically screwing him ten different ways.”
Lilly tossed her black hair behind her. “You should have seen your face.”
Cassandra kicked the heavy quilt off of her. “Whatever.”
“God, Cassie everybody has erotic dreams, even virgins.”
Cassandra’s face burned hotter. She hated being the only one who guarded her virginity and good ole Lilly never failed to remind her. The opportunities had been plenty, but how could Cassandra explain it? No guy compared to the man in her dreams. An excuse? Maybe. Was she a chicken shit? Definitely.
Author Bio:
Supernatural Sunday
M.L. Guida, Interview with Eric Wyvern,
Prince of the Dragon Demons
Today, I’m here with Eric Wyvern, Prince of the Dragon Demons. He has agreed to be interviewed. Once again, Eric, I’d like to thank you for being here.
Eric Wyvern: You’re welcome, but can we get this over with.
M.L. Guida: Sure. I’ll read the first question.
1. M.L. Guida: What are you most ashamed of?
Eric Wyvern: Kidnapping my mate, Cassandra Wright, but I didn’t have a choice. If she didn’t come, my people would have remained feral forever. She might have said yes if I asked, but patience isn’t a virtue of mine.
2. M.L. Guida: What beliefs would you die for?
Eric Wyvern: Honor and loyalty without these two, life is meaningless.
3. M.L. Guida: What three things do you value most?
Eric Wyvern: I value the Golden Tree, Cassandra and my people.
4. M.L. Guida: What do you do for a living and why?
Eric Wyvern: That’s an odd question. Duh? I’m a Prince of the Dragon Demons. Need I say more?
5. M.L. Guida: What makes you vulnerable?
Eric Wyvern: Trying to act like a human. I don’t understand this damn courting crap that humans male go through to win their mates. I’m shocked the human species hasn’t become extinct.
6. M.L. Guida: What kind of a family do you come from?
Eric Wyvern: My family is powerful and at one point, my parents ruled with love and caring, but that’s changed. My father rules with an iron fist and all he cares about his power. My mother is worse. The Wraith says time is running out. The Golden Tree is dying. If the tree isn’t healed, my family will remain evil and devious forever.
7. M.L. Guida: What emotional pain are you afraid to express?
Eric Wyvern: Watching my family turn feral. I refuse to tell what they’ve done. I don’t want to end up like them.
8. M.L. Guida: Do you have any unusual skills or talents?
Eric Wyvern: Why do you ask me such strange questions? If you’re asking about magic, yes I can do what humans call magic. I also have wings. Once again, I don’t know how the human race has survived with such limited abilities. But then again, Cassandra is human and my mate.
9. M.L. Guida: What is the one thing you regret most?
Eric Wyvern: Not being able to protect the children more. Feral demons are deadly and love to torture and maim other creatures, including children. They want power and despise the weak. I hated it, but I was outnumbered and if I interfered, the children suffered more. I’ve always regretted this, especially what happened to my young nephew, Toby.
10. M.L. Guida: What is the one thing you desire most?
Eric Wyvern: For Cassandra to forgive me and want to be my mate. I’ve watched and loved her for so long…
Thanks Eric for taking the time to be here.
Eric Wyvern: If I’d known what kind of questions, I’d might have changed my mind. Humans. Anyway, you’re welcome.
Finding Ms. Wright Blurb
Cassandra
Demon Prince Eric Wyvern must have Cassandra. Boldly, he kidnaps the gifted psychic from a mountain inn, taking her to his dark underworld. Held captive, her key to freedom is agreeing to his terms. Neither expects to fall in love and unlock the secrets that can save both worlds. – M.L. Guida
Sia
Paranormal hunter Andrew Grant has less than a week to locate a stone and thwart a wizard’s bid for ultimate power. Sia holds the key to his success and to his heart. Only together can they discover love and save the world. – Hillary Seidl
Evelyn
Five hundred year old Prince Alexander needs a woman, and only archaeologist Evelyn will do. Their magical kiss sparks more than mere romance – it creates a key that will open their hearts to a true love that will save their worlds. – Lori Corsentino
Three men, each on a crucial mission to save their way of life, seek their true mates – women who unknowingly hold the key to their very survival.
Release date November 15th.
Publisher 5 Prince Publishing
http://5princebooks.com/
Now for an excerpt!
Chapter One
Cassandra Wright woke with a start. Sunlight peered through the half open red and gold drapes. A matching dark red and gold comforter draped over her. Where was she? She sat up in bed and looked around. Her best friend from college, Lilly Grace, lightly snored across the room in her twin bed.
Cassandra shook her head and plopped back down. That’s right. Skiing. She was at the Galena Mountain Street Inn in Frisco, not on top of a snow bank with Mr. Hot Lips’s arms holding her close.
Her long black U2 shirt-shirt bunched up around her waist. Sweat streaked down her face. She rolled to the side of her double bed, grabbed a tissue from the nightstand and wiped her forehead and cheeks. She moistened her lips. God, she felt as though she’d finished running a marathon or at least one kind of marathon. Who ever thought that having sex all night would drum up a sweat, a pounding heart and sore muscles like running in the Boulder Boulder?
It had been him again. He vanished – a figment of her imagination. Like always, the same hollow feeling swept over her. She would be alone.
Leaning against her headboard she caught her breath. Lilly flickered awake and glanced over at her. “Cassie, why is your face so red? You’re sweating. Did you have that same dream again?”
Cassandra shook her head. “Yeah, but this time he was so…so….”
Lilly cocked her eyebrow. “That good, huh?” She gave her a teasing grin. “God, I haven’t seen you blush this bad since we went to see the Bridesmaid movie last month.”
“I mean,” Cassandra stammered. She wadded up the tissue and threw it into a nearby trashcan. “Come on, the opening scene – she’s practically screwing him ten different ways.”
Lilly tossed her black hair behind her. “You should have seen your face.”
Cassandra kicked the heavy quilt off of her. “Whatever.”
“God, Cassie everybody has erotic dreams, even virgins.”
Cassandra’s face burned hotter. She hated being the only one who guarded her virginity and good ole Lilly never failed to remind her. The opportunities had been plenty, but how could Cassandra explain it? No guy compared to the man in her dreams. An excuse? Maybe. Was she a chicken shit? Definitely.
Author Bio:
Friday, November 11, 2011
Phantasm Friday
Just popping in to let you know that I'm being interviewed today at Kay Dee Royal's blog. Pop on over to get more insight into my new book, Sloane Wolf. Details:
Margay Leah Justice talks about Sloane Wolfe ~ Interview
Margay is spending the day at ~ http://kaydeeroyal.blogspot.com/?zx=631563a098b0afd8
and talking about the first novel in her Shifter series. Even though Sloane Wolf isn’t classified as erotica, it is full of passion, tension, and sensuality. It’s a beautiful, brilliant, paranormal romance. Come and read about Micah and Shiloh, how their story unfolds, and learn a bit about Margay too.
See you there,
Kay Dee Royal
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Twilight Thursday
Review: True Grime
by Natasha Deen
When I review books, my number one criteria is that the story grabs me from the beginning and never lets me go. Meaning, when I'm not reading it, I think about it, wonder what's going to happen next, and/or set aside some other task so I can back to it. If I start a book and easily get distracted by something else and have difficulty getting back into the book later, then it usually ends up being a dnf for me. Unfortunately, this was one of those books for me. It didn't meet my criteria enough for me to finish it and so I don't feel as if I can give it the attention it deserves. I realize that reading is a very subjective thing. What doesn't intrigue me might thrill someone else. In light of that, I am going to let the book speak for itself. Here's a link to the first chapter (found on the author's blog). Please read it and decide for yourself. This may be just what you were looking for!
Book Details:
Publisher: Blueberry Hill
Publication Date: August 2011
Synopsis:
Author Bio:
November 11-The Hot Author Report (Review)
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Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Wistful Wednesday
Everyone NaNo!
As I write this, I am knee-deep in the wonderful world of NaNoWriMo. I'm sure by now, everyone knows what that is. If you don't, it's when a bunch of creative, wildly optimistic, slightly-off-their-rockers writers decide to write - along with millions of their writer buddies - 50,000 words in one month. Can it be done? Sure it can. Is it crazy? Of course it is! But so are so many other aspects of this wonderful, wild world we call writing, so it's all good. But why would anyone want to put themselves through that craziness, you might wonder. Well, I'm sure there are as many reasons as there are writers accepting the challenge, but I think, basically, it's the kick in the pants a lot of writers need to get themselves going. Plus, you get pep talks and support from an amazing community of friends and what more could a writer ask for?
Have you ever considered doing the NaNo thing, but were too afraid to start? Me, too, back in the day. But some crazy notion inspired me to try and I've been doing it every year since. Sometimes I have moderate success, sometimes I have great success, other times...not so much. But it doesn't matter if you complete the 50,000 words in the designated time or not. It's more important that you START. Once you start getting those words down on paper, you are well on your way to completing a manuscript. So don't let the time constraints scare you. Just use it as an incentive to get yourself to write. And if you write a little every day, you're already a winner.
So let's NaNo! Incidentally, if you are in the NaNo community, my name there is peefie23. If you ask me real nice, I might tell you how I came up with that nickname (wink)!
Margay Leah Justice
Sloane Wolf, available now from MuseItUp Publishing.
(Direct link)
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Tantalizing Tuesday
My lovely guest today is Ruth Casie, author of Knight of Runes. Read on to learn how you can win a copy of her book!
A good knight is hard to find!
Thirty years later, the heroism factor hasn’t changed but the hero certainly has. Romance readers want a man of today with true emotions and vulnerabilities. For most readers they don’t care if he looks like Paul Giamatti or Gerard Butler. Handsome doesn’t always translate into muscular or even gorgeous. Maybe it’s his smoldering eyes (sex still sells) or his heart-stopping smirk when his heroine’s intelligence shines (he’ll let the reader know but he won’t tell her until page 300). It can be almost anything. Most of all readers want insight into a sensitive man who needs to work out his own emotions in order to get his prize. It’s how he faces and eventually resolves his internal conflict that keeps them reading.
Heroes can be swash-buckling, debonair, unassuming, and even unlikely. They don’t necessarily have to be handsome with perfectly developed bodies, although for me that is still a plus *cheesy smile*. Readers want to cheer on the hero who struggles through his emotional quest, emerges enlightened, and wins the girl.
For my story, I went back to the 17th century and wrote about a knight, Lord Arik, an alpha male who saves damsels in distress. What would happen when he met Rebeka, a heroine who is competent, intelligent, and capable of fending for herself – a woman from the 21st century? It was great fun writing how he reacted and interacted with her. He’s a hero after my own heart.
What’s your ideal hero?
Knight of Runes
It’s the 21st century and time travel is still a Wellsian fantasy but not for Rebeka Tyler.
Rebeka is a renowned renaissance scholar at the prestigious Kensington University in upstate New York. She’s awarded an inheritance that includes an English manor but more importantly it includes an unknown private library with documents dating back hundreds of years, a researchers dream. She goes off to England to claim her inheritance.
While on an impromptu tour of Avebury, she takes a misstep at the standing stones, and finds herself in the right place but tossed back into the 17th century. When Lord Arik, a druid knight, finds Rebeka wandering his lands without protection, he swears to keep her safe. But Rebeka can take care of herself. When Arik sees her clash with a group of attackers using a strange fighting style he is intrigued.
Rebeka is desperate to return to her time. She poses as a scholar sent by the king to help find out what’s killing Arik’s land to get access to the library. But as she decodes the ancient runes that are the key to solving his mystery and sending her home, she finds herself drawn to the charismatic and powerful Arik.
As Arik and Rebeka fall in love, someone in Arik’s household schemes to keep them apart and a dark druid with a grudge prepares his revenge. To defeat him, Arik and Rebeka must combine their skills. Soon Rebeka will have to decide whether to return to the future or trust Arik with the secret of her time travel and her heart.
Win a free copy of Knight of Runes
Win a free copy of Knight of Runes (epub or pdf format) by leaving a comment with your email address on Ruth’s blog at www.RuthACasie.blogspot.com One person will be randomly selected on November 11.
Ruth’s Bio
Ruth A Casie is a seasoned professional with over twenty-five years of writing experience but not necessarily writing romances. No, she’s been writing communication and marketing documents for a large corporation. Over the past years, encouraged by her friends and family, she gave way to her inner muse, let her creative juices flow, and began writing a series of historical time travel romance novels.
When not writing you can find her home in Teaneck, New Jersey, reading, cooking, doing Sudoku and counted cross stitch. Together with her husband Paul, they enjoy ballroom dancing and, with New York City close by, going to the theater. Ruth and Paul have three grown children and two grandchildren. They all thrive on spending time together. It’s certainly a lively dinner table and they wouldn’t change it for the world.
Ruth is a Trustee and on the Executive Board of Shelter Our Sister (SOS) in New Jersey. SOS is Bergen County’s only shelter for victims of domestic violence. She frequently speaks at various functions around Bergen County on behalf of the Shelter.
Ruth A. Casie
Title: Knight of Runes
ISBN: 978-14268-9258-5
Publisher: Carina Press
Release Date: November 14, 2011
Genre: Historical Fantasy time-travel
Ruth’s web site: www.ruthacasie.com
Ruth’s blog: ruthacasie.blogspot.com
Ruth’s Twitter: Twitter.com/RuthACasie
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Tantalizing Tuesday
Hey there!
I didn't post here yesterday because I've been in the Horror House all weekend with some scary and not-so-scary flicks. Some good, some bad, and all of them watched using Netflix on Roku!
If interested, stop by the Horror House and see what movies I ended up reviewing! I may review more, it's just going to seem weird to put a November 1 date to them, lol!
Hope you enjoy!!
http://mlmhorror.blogspot.com/
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