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(Thurs 30th June) AUTHOR BLOG HOP: Faith Luna Gets YOU Creative!

Thursday, June 30th 2011:
QUESTION: If you could have lunch/dinner with one author, who would it be? What sort of restaurant would you select for the meeting? What would you want to ask him/her? How would you expect the conversation to go? Paint a written picture of the event. Question provided by affiliate author Faith Luna

With You Under Any Sun by Faith Luna 

Blurb:

Alin is a cop. Jody is the best trauma physician, probably on the planet. They've put the war behind them. Neither of them deal in death any more, though Alin is not above forcing justice with his fists if he has to. Neither of them saw the war striking back at them, threatening all that they love, sending them off world, but then neither of them could have foreseen Tear, either. Tear fought in the wars too, same side as Alin and Jody. He hasn't spoken since. No one alive remembers his voice.

On St. Martins, the colony ship bound for any place that's not Earth, with Alin as sheriff, Jody as the doctor, Tear might find his voice and they might find all that they didn't know they were missing.

http://www.faithinthemoon.com/


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WOYDW? Guest post: Constance Spenser is no ordinary woman...


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This week I am pleased to share with you a snoop through author
Cher Green's desk!

My desk is obviously for much more than writing. My many books span from fiction, writing, tarot, and spiritual matters. I find it hard to switch over completely to computer files. The many vanilla folders prove this matter.  I always have notepads, sticky pads, and spiral notebooks available at my reach.  One shelf is home to my tarot card collection. The printer is accessible, yet out of the way. And of course, to the right is the filing cabinet - a must for the paper loving writer.  Last but  not least, one of my two helper kitties prepares to accompany me on yet another journey.

Although all of my creations are not produced here, this is my main station. It is located in my bedroom, so sometimes when the muse comes in the middle of the night, I must find other locations. I have a spare computer set up in another room, and a lap top available. And, paper is always on hand. Being a writer means you must always be prepared. Ideas come, but if you miss the moment, they may leave and not come back.

There’s no such thing as a typical day at my house. Every day is a new and different adventure. My boyfriend and I both have jobs with odd schedules. We work with each other, and I fit my writing and tarot readings in where I can. It works out well on most occasions.

My soon to be released paranormal romantic novel, Escape to Love, was created at this station. The book will be available at www.etreasurespublishing.com at the end of June.

Escape to Love blurb:

Constance Spenser is no ordinary woman, and neither are her problems. Unhappy in her life, she seeks knowledge of the spiritual side of life, but what she finds is another world, a world where she has no place. She must gain the council’s trust and discover a way home, but in her attempt she finds herself falling for the enemy. Can she survive long enough to discover her destiny?
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Lawrence Wilder, a member of an evil council, wants to break free, but one doesn’t walk away from the council alive. When a witch falls from the sky, hope returns to his life, and to his surprise love. In his world, together they cannot survive. Can he save them both, or will one have to be sacrifice for the other to live?
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Cher Green

Want to play "What's on your desk, Wednesday?" Find out more here!
I look forward to hearing from you!

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THE MONDAY MOVIE: "Book Trailer" Swap | Share your trailers here!

Happy Monday Everyone!
Welcome to the Monday Movie swap where we share each other our book trailers. I'll either spotlight a trailer I've made, or one of which I've found through this fun feature. If you've got one to show off, please leave a link in comments directing us to it and we'll pop on over and pay you a visit to watch it. I'll also add your "movie" to my YouTube Channel OhSassyOne and befriend/subscribe to you, if I'm not already. Please add me, too. Thanks :)

Today I am sharing a "movie" I discovered during these marvellous Monday Movie days. Do go and watch it! For once this is more a "movie" than a book trailer, but it's hilarious. I just had to share. I mean, who couldn't do with a laugh on a Monday? (I know, I'm a big kid!)


What's your book trailer like? Please do leave the link below in comments so we can come and pay you a visit.

Don't you just love Monday's?

Check out past Monday Movie posts and all the great trailers already shared here.

Sassy
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GUEST POST & GIVEAWAY: Five Steamy Romances to Heat Up Your Summer!


Five Steamy Romances to Heat Up Your Summer!

By Kelli A. Wilkins, Amber Quill Press author
(www.KelliWilkins.com)

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Hi everyone!
Now that summer is officially here, why not make things even hotter with a few summer romances? Although these books vary in genre and heat level, they all have one thing in common: the main characters fall in love and have a HOT and sweaty summer. To spice things up, here’s a summary and a steamy excerpt from each…
Enjoy!

A PERFECT MATCH

Set in the world of professional wrestling, reporter Danni stone spends the summer getting close to a sex-God in spandex…

Disgruntled with her job as the office gopher for a national sports magazine, Danni Stone impersonates a reporter to prove herself to her boss. Her assignment? Spend thirty days on the road with Vinnie Valentine, a sexy professional wrestler.

Life isn’t going well for the Heavyweight Champ. Vinnie is struggling with a manipulative boss, prepping for the most important match of his career, and feuding with his arch-enemy, Thorn. The last thing he needs is a nosy reporter following him around—even if she is hot.

Thrown together in close quarters, Danni can’t help falling for Vinnie. Their mutual attraction grows, and Danni gives in to the lustful feelings she’s repressed for years. As their relationship deepens, she finds herself drawn into Vinnie’s world and becomes a key player in his title bout. But before Danni can tell Vinnie that she isn’t the reporter she claims to be, he discovers her deception. Her lie threatens to destroy everything between them. Is their fragile, newfound love destined to fail, or are they a perfect match?

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Danni unfastened his pants and undid his zipper inch by agonizing inch. Her breath blew on his stomach, and his cock twitched. She eased his pants past his hips, then ran her hands down his legs.
Vin stepped out of his pants and waited for Danni’s next move. Her hands traveled up his calves until she reached his thighs. His skin prickled from her delicate touch, and his penis strained against his briefs. Danni’s mouth was a whisper away. He prayed she’d yank down his underwear and suck him hard.
“You teased me, now it’s my turn to tease you.”
Thank God! He longed to feel her wet mouth surrounding his cock, her hands gently massaging his balls while she sucked him off.
Danni placed her hands on his hips and kissed him through his briefs.
“Do it again,” he begged.
The book link is: http://amberquill.com/AmberHeat/PerfectMatch.html


TRUST WITH HEARTS

In this contemporary novel, a sensual summer romance heats up between a country singer and a sexy houseguest.

After a bitter breakup, Sherrie Parker seeks refuge at her cousin Dave’s house in rural West Virginia. Early one morning, she runs into Dave’s other houseguest, a singer named Curtis Taylor. The last thing Sherrie wants is to share living quarters with a country music crooner – even if he is sexy, in a cowboy sort of way.

Thrown together by circumstances, Sherrie and Curtis get off to a rocky start, but soon discover they have more in common than they ever imagined. Unable to fight their growing attraction, they give in to their desires and start a sizzling summer romance.


Everything is perfect between them until Sherrie discovers that Curtis is keeping secrets from her – and his biggest secret of all will change everything. Can their newfound love survive, or will destiny keep them apart forever?
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Sherrie relaxed and closed her eyes. Would Curtis see it as a sign of submission and kiss her? Although she tried to deny it, she had a crush on him. His deep voice and mesmerizing blue eyes stirred feelings in her she thought were long dead and buried.

Her wish came true as Curtis’s kissed her. A low moan escaped her throat as his warm lips moved against hers, tender and slow. A tingling sensation built inside her, and she responded to his gentle embrace. Her lower body flared with a growing need.

Curtis slid his wide hand across her belly and up to her chest. He squeezed her left breast lightly, then slipped his tongue into her mouth. She wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling him closer. Now more than ever, she wanted him to touch her, to kiss her, to take her right here. She’d only known Curtis a few days, and yet she wanted him in a way she’d never wanted Rick.

The book link is: http://amberquill.com/AmberHeat/TrustWithHearts.html

BEAUTY & THE BIGFOOT

Have you ever read a Bigfoot romance? This paranormal comedy proves there’s a true love out there for everyone.

Tara’s world is anything but normal. Her father is known as the resident crackpot – just because he’s on a personal mission to catch a Sasquatch. Despite all of the “Bigfoot evidence” cluttering their house, Tara never really believed in Bigfoot – until the day her father brought him home.

She affectionately names her father’s prized catch ‘Joe’ and discovers there’s something oddly familiar – and erotic – about him. With a media circus descending on her father’s ranch and a showdown brewing with the local sheriff, Tara risks her life to save Joe.  When Tara finally succumbs to her animalistic urges, she learns that Joe is not exactly who – or what – he seems. Joe is more than a Sasquatch – he’s her soul mate!
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Tara’s protest faded as he licked the side of her neck. Every nerve in her body exploded. Her skin tingled, and she bent her head to the side. She closed her eyes as Joe nuzzled her neck with his lips, and then licked her again.
“How did you know? My neck’s always been my weak spot,” she whispered.
His tongue was warm and thick and felt a little rough, but she liked it. She moaned and relaxed against him, not caring that he could tear her throat out if he wanted—something deep inside told her she was safe.
“This shouldn’t be happening,” she muttered. She wanted to protest, but her body went limp. Trying to fight him would be futile, and he hadn’t hurt her. Besides, what was the harm in giving in a little?
Joe cupped her left breast in his huge hand. He huffed and shifted her weight on his lap. A second later, something hard poked her inner thigh…
The book link is: http://www.amberquill.com/AmberHeat/BeautyBigfoot.html


CONFESSIONS OF A VAMPIRE’S LOVER

What if a vampire went to the beach and fell in love with a surfer?

The moment Brian spotted Cassie sitting on the moonlit beach, he was hooked. Beautiful, smart, and sexy, Cassie is the girl of his dreams. She didn’t mind that he spent the hot summer days riding the ocean waves, because once the sun set, he belonged to her–all night long!

Everything is perfect between them–until Brian discovers Cassie’s shocking secret. Can Brian give up the sun, sand, and surf to be with the woman he loves?

Read Brian’s first-hand account of their unusual love story in… Confessions of a Vampire’s Lover!
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As soon as we got to my place, Cassie had me close all the blinds and run a hot shower. She stripped in the middle of the living room and casually tossed her clothes on the couch.

I stood gaping at her like I’d never seen a naked woman before. “You’re beautiful,” I whispered. And I meant it. Her pale skin was flawless, and the sight of her perky breasts made my mouth water.

Cassie stepped in front of me and ran her fingertips down my bare chest. Her touch sent a shiver through me, but for some reason, it aroused me.

I moaned and closed my eyes. Cassie slid her cold hand lower, past my ribs, down to the waistband of my bathing suit—then stopped and pulled away. I opened my eyes and caught a glimpse of her as she headed into the steamy bathroom. For a second, it looked like she was vanishing into vapor. I shook my head to clear it, then followed her in…

The book link is: http://amberquill.com/AmberHeat/ConfessionsVampiresLover.html


A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DELIGHTS

Hotter than the sun! At this Midsummer Ball, couples pair up everywhere—but not for dancing!

Young newlyweds Julian and Annabelle are miserable. Their arranged marriage is lacking everything—especially sex. Julian suffers from a lack of confidence and is harboring a secret urge. Annabelle’s longings go unnoticed and unfulfilled, no matter what she tries. But all that changes when they are invited to a Midsummer Ball. Their unconventional hosts, Vincent and Sabrina, introduce them to a world where their most intimate desires and hidden passions are explored—and fulfilled. Swapping and naughty games are just a few of the surprises awaiting them…

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Julian pressed his eyelids shut. His heart hammered so fast it felt like it would burst. His lower body ached and pulsed, burning with a raging need. He slipped his hand into his breeches and stroked himself. Vincent’s words swirled through his mind. Could he, should he, go into the bedchamber and take part in this wild sexual game?

Lord knew he wanted to. His body was ready…but the thought of taking charge and making love to Annabelle in front of another couple scared him. What if they mocked him or told someone what he’d done?

And how had Annabelle been convinced to do these things with another woman? Until today, she’d seemed so proper and innocent. Had she been waiting for him to unleash this lustful side of her?

He opened his eyes and glanced at the wall separating the two bedrooms. Everything was quiet in the other room. Annabelle wasn’t making whimpering sounds anymore. What was going on in there?

The book link is: http://www.amberquill.com/AmberHeat/MidsummerNightsDelights.html

Reviews and excerpts from all of my 13 Amber Quill Press romances are on my website: www.KelliWilkins.com

Happy Summer, everyone!
Kelli A. Wilkins

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Kelli has very kindly offered to giveaway one PDF copy of any of her books, so the winner chooses! Giveaway ends Sunday 10th July 2011.


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