Thursday, April 27, 2017

Blitz: Cinderella and the Major By Cynthia Van Rooy

Cinderella and the Major
By 
Cynthia Van Rooy


Blurb:
Cinderella is Going to the Ball!


Harmony McMahon, Mensa member and computer genius needs an escort for her ten-year high school reunion. A nerd wallflower in high school, she wants to flaunt her adult financial and professional success. Her problem? She’s still a nerd wallflower.


When wounded warrior Marine Corps officer, Major Conner Talbot, offers a day and evening with him in a fundraising auction, Harmony knows he would be the perfect impressive date for her reunion. She can bask in his reflected glory. Conner falls for the woman Harmony hides behind the wallflower exterior. But his ex-wife fell in love with him because he was in the military. Can there be a happily-ever- after with another woman who only sees his uniform? And if he can’t get back into fighting shape after his injury, he might not be wearing it much longer.






Bio:
Cynthia VanRooy, a three-time finalist for the San Diego Book Awards, a finalist for the Independent eBook Awards for Romance, and a finalist for the PASIC Book of Your Heart Award, came by her love of books early. She grew up the daughter of a career army officer and moved often. By the time she graduated from high school she had attended eleven different schools! It was difficult making new friends every other year or so, and she spent a lot of time happily curled up alone with a book. She would no sooner finally have friends, than it was time to move again. All she needed to relieve the loneliness was a library where she could always find her favorite authors.


She was living in Hawaii when she met her husband, a handsome young naval officer who swept her off her feet in the best romance-novel tradition. In fact, their first date was New Year’s Eve on Waikiki Beach. Life was setting her up to write romance novels, She just didn’t know it yet. And she was still moving every two years. Hawaii, Scotland, and Japan are just a few of the places she has called home.


She loves writing romance. In her books, she likes to explore the difference between what the characters think they want and what they ultimately discover they really want, a personal journey to which most people can relate. She finds the innate optimism and happy endings in the genre uplifting. Cynthia believes there is enough misery and despair in the world without putting it on the page. Romance is her small effort to bring a higher love vibration to the planet. It’s called light reading for a reason!


For more information go to https://www.CynthiaVanRooy.com





“I know when I pick up a Cynthia VanRooy romance, I’m getting a book with characters I really care about and a compelling story.”−Victoria Johnson, author of All I Need to Know in Life, I Learned from Romance Novels


“Cynthia VanRooy writes clearly drawn, appealing characters in a sexy love story that captivates the senses.”−USA Today bestselling author, Christie Ridgway


“Cynthia VanRooy’s richly developed characters don’t read like fiction, but rather real people who just happen to live on the pages of her books.”−Dr. Judythe London, Ph.D., author of Dating the Write Way

“Cynthia VanRooy’s books are good!!”−Barbara Mark, co-author of the Angelspeake series.



Wednesday, April 26, 2017

Blitz: Exiled Dragons Complete Series Box Set by Sarah J. Stone

Exiled Dragons Complete Series Box Set (Books 1 - 5)

by Sarah J. Stone



Blurb:

Complete Box Set of Exiled Dragons, a collection of 5 titles that have all the romance, action, and drama to leave you hooked.



As you read Exiled Dragons, you’ll travel to the Mourne Mountains of Ireland and experience the touching stories of 5 dragons and their quest to be with the ones they love.



Book 1 – Betrayed by a Dragon

Book 2 – Saved by a Dragon

Book 3 – Loved by a Dragon

Book 4 – Desired by a Dragon

Book 5 – Touched by a Dragon





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Snippet #1

Amy fought to keep her mouth from overriding what she felt.  Her instinct was to say something sarcastic, something to deflect from the intensity of the moment.  Instead, she said nothing.  She didn’t know what to say.  Love at first sight wasn’t something she had ever believed in.  Still, she couldn’t deny the strong pull she felt toward him.  She told herself that it was just the heat of the moment – an effect of the situation and the close quarters.

“I don’t know,” was all she managed.

“I do,” he replied, leaning in to kiss her.

Flames shot to life within her.  An almost involuntary moan escaped her lips, vibrating against his lips as they quickly lost themselves in one another.  Her hand drifted to his chest, feeling his racing heartbeat thump heavily against her palm.  She knew that hers would only match it in speed as her excitement grew and their kiss grew more heated.  Amy decided she wasn’t going to fight it.  Regardless of what it did, or didn’t, mean, it felt amazing.

Snippet #2


The loud wail of dismay that emanated from the dragon leader’s core seemed to shake the clouds around them as he once again turned and attempted to catch Aaron between his mighty jaws. Aiden’s long neck swung heavily into Aaron’s side, pushing him downward toward The Circle, but they were still well above the horizon and Aaron wasn’t about to let that happen. Whirling around, he swung his tail forcefully, sending it thudding into Aiden’s side before jetting forward further out over the water.

Aiden’s growl filled the sky behind him as he continued in pursuit, chasing him across the water as Aaron climbed ever so gradually higher into the air again. As they continued to climb, Aaron became aware of other dragons in the air. He could see the emblems that were routinely stamped into their scales, a rite of passage for anyone who joined their ranks. He hadn’t anticipated Aiden playing dirty if he brought him out here alone.

Snippet #3

His hand roamed down her lean legs.  They were smooth and delicate, but he knew that, as a dragon, they possessed a power greater than their diminutive size.  The thought of it only made him want her more as he began kissing his way upward across her calf and along her inner thigh as she moaned beneath him.

Their passion carried them away as they became entangled within one another, their bodies taking over while the stars came out and the moon reappeared from behind the clouds.  Kara panted beneath him, begging him for more as he continued to tease her with his mouth and his hands.  He wanted her in the worst way, his urges primal, his inner dragon begging for release.





Bio:

Coffee addict. Nature lover. Voracious reader. That is Sarah J. Stone in a nutshell!



Born and raised in the mountain town of Aspen, Colorado – Sarah spent her childhood exploring the great outdoors. She often got into trouble by wandering too far but always had a large family around to keep a watchful eye.



The majority of her career was spent at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where Sarah travelled the world helping address rural health issues. During this time books became the one constant in her life, so much so, she started to create her own worlds. What was once a pastime evolved into a full-time job and these days Sarah can be found sitting by the fireplace writing her next paranormal adventure.



She adds sugar to her coffee and shifters to her literature.



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Blitz: Something New by Skylar Hill

Something New
by
Skylar Hill



Blurb:
James McGowan is a legend. The renowned tattoo artist has a face to die for, a body to kill for, and a way with ink that’s unmatched.


He’s back in his hometown for the first time in years, finally ready to open Exile Ink, the tattoo studio of his dreams. When he sees a friend with a new piece—a watercolor tattoo done with such skill even he’s impressed—James has to meet the artist.


Cam Ellison hasn’t had an easy life. Orphaned just after her eighteenth birthday, she’s done everything she can to keep her and her little sister going. Even if it means working under a tyrannical boss who doesn’t appreciate her tattooing style. After all, a paycheck is a paycheck.


When James sets up an appointment as “Jay,” Cam has no idea she’s about to meet a man whose tattooing she’s admired for years. She never imagined he’d want a tattoo designed by her, or that when they’re face to face, sparks don’t just fly, they sizzle. After a steamy session in one of the private tattoo rooms, it’s impossible to deny the pull between them.


James is a man who knows what he wants, and he’s all in, but Cam’s got a lot to lose.


Is she willing to risk everything—her heart and her career—on the man behind the ink?


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Snippet:
“See something you like?”



There’s a rumble in his voice, the promise of something Cam didn’t even know how to want, that lit her nerves up like a sparkler. She could feel every inch of her skin, her nipples hardened against her bra, the texture of the lace doing nothing to alleviate the sensation.



Hell yes, she saw something she liked. She saw everything she liked. Lydia wasn’t joking when she referred to him as a lumberjack. James was one hundred percent pure, Grade-A Mountain Man. He had the kind of muscle that doesn’t come from a gym—but from chopping firewood and hauling trees through the snow. Her glance couldn’t help but linger on his chest hair as he tossed his shirt on the bench behind him, the dark smattering that narrowed into a trail, its end hidden by the low-slung jeans that did nothing to hide his beautifully cut hipbones. 



She wanted to melt right there. But she couldn’t. She wasn’t some tattoo groupie and this was her chance. To add a piece for James McGowan to her portfolio was priceless, and just as valuable was the feeling—unusual for her—of pride and confidence because he’d chosen her; he recognized her ability.


Bio:
Skylar Hill writes steamy romance about once-in-a-lifetime love.


She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her very own lumberjack/soulmate. When she’s not writing, she’s hiking one of the trails around her beautiful city, or drinking chai lattes in a cafe and eating way too many cinnamon rolls. She has several tattoos…but in places only her husband gets to see!


With a Skylar Hill book expect a touch of angst, a bit of sweetness, and a lot of steaminess. While you'll find plenty of the delicious drama you love, you'll NEVER find a hero or heroine cheating and every book--series or standalone--ends with a HEA or HFN....guaranteed!








Monday, April 24, 2017

Blitz: Salvage Him by Sydney Aaliyah Michelle

Salvage Him
by
Sydney Aaliyah Michelle


Series:  Highland Park Chronicles Book #1
Genre:  Contemporary Romance, Light BDSM
Publication Date: April 24, 2017


Blurb:

Anger and lies can lead to destruction, but passion and control can lead to love.

Harrison
I met my soul mate, but she's married to someone else.
Every fiber of my being screams she belongs to me.
He saved her, but he doesn't deserve her.
If I'm being honest, neither do I.

Brooklyn
I didn't know I was settling until he showed me what I was missing.
He promised to maintain control, but I pushed him and he destroyed us both.
Now I know what I need, but am I what he wants.

Harrison's anger and Brooklyn's lies push them both toward destruction. Can passion and control SALVAGE their love?

Salvage Him is a passionate romance with BDSM elements by Sydney Aaliyah Michelle. If you like a strong alpha male, scorching sex scenes and a connection that makes your heart and body quiver, then you'll love Sydney Aaliyah Michelle's latest stand alone HEA romance.

Pick up Salvage Him and read how Harrison and Brooklyn find each other today!
What Others are Saying about Salvage Him:

  • Your book is the closest to the truth of what happens in the Dom/sub lifestyle that I have ever read.

  • OMG! Wholly wet balls batman! What a steamy and delicious read!

  • Absolutely fell in love with Harrison and Brooklyn in this story. How could you not.

  • This was the first time I've ever seen this subject material (BDSM) covered in a somewhat realistic way.

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Excerpt #1:  
His arms flexed as he adjusted the armoire in the corner. He wiped his hands on his thin t-shirt. It rode up as he picked at something on the door. He ran his hand through his shaggy light brown hair. He stood back and rubbed the stubble on his chin.
I watched him as he reached out and caressed the wood.
I felt it on my cheek.
He leaned in and rested his forehead on the wood.
I leaned in too.
His beautiful lips whispered something to the wood.
I felt the wisp of air on my earlobe and shivered.
He made a fist as his forearms flexed and knocked twice.
"Come in," I whispered and gasped.  
Excerpt #2
I placed a hand on his abs to push him away, but when I touched the immovable force, BAM, a chill hit me again, and I stopped breathing. He must have felt something too. He exhaled and looked down at our hands.
"Wow," he whispered and dropped my hand.
I held in a whimper from the immediate loss and turned back to my table. I could feel his presence behind me. Not physical, like when I fell into his arms, but no less powerful and consuming. I exhaled myself.
"Brooklyn," I said and reached for the handle of my suitcase.
"Brooklyn."
God, the way he said my name.
His tone pleaded for me to turn around.
"I really need to get set up here." I didn't recognize my own voice.
"Can I help?" He reached around and brushed his fingers over mine. Of course, I would have the book labeled bedroom in my hand. I would have giggled at the irony if the thought of him in a bedroom didn't cross my inappropriate mind.
His powerful aura, for lack of a better term, felt familiar. Not that I had been near him before, but I knew his type. He commanded everything around him. His being alone demanded your attention and devotion.
I shook the thought out of my head.
"I've got it covered," I said with more confidence than I felt.
He sighed.
The disappointment rolled off his body and engulfed me.
I’d disappointed him.
He was displeased with me.
I shook it off again. I had no allegiance to this man. We had never even met before.



Excerpt #2
"Spanking?"
She rolled her eyes and gave me an, oh, please look.
"Not an acceptable response. That's one."
"One what?" I asked.
"One spanking. I'll ask you again. Spanking?"
"Yes."
"Blood play."
"Hard limit." Her eyes grew wide.
I smirked.
She licked her lips.
I unbuttoned and unzipped my pants.
"Choking."
She hesitated but whispered, "Soft."
She responded to me choking her earlier. I wasn't sure if it were something she’d played around with before.
"Shibari?"
"Yes, but . . ." She stopped.
"Continue."
"No suspending me from the ceiling and leaving me for days." She shivered.
"Okay." I let my jeans fall to the ground.
Her eyes sparkled. She strained to watch.
I ran my hand over the bulge in my shorts and held in a groan.
"Anal," I said.
"Yes." No hesitation.
That's my girl.
"Humiliation," I said with a raised eyebrow.
"Soft." She drew out the word.
"What's your concern?" I kneeled on the bed.
"It's not important. We can discuss it later."
"I wouldn't have asked the question if I didn't want to know." I ran my hands up her legs.
Her eyes grew wet as she blinked to prevent her tears from falling.
Seeing her cry hit me in the gut. I laid down and cupped her cheek.
"What is it? Brooklyn. Tell me."
"Malcolm . . ." She blinked. "He used to call me names, and I liked it, but then his friends would do the same, and I didn't. I don't know." Her tears flowed.
"Maybe you're right. This isn't the time to do this." I laid a hand against her cheek.
"I'm sorry." She blinked.
"Brooklyn. You have nothing to be sorry for. I want to know you. Every part of you. Even the stuff you're ashamed and embarrassed about. All of it made you into this incredible, beautiful, sexy woman." I kissed her. Tasted her tears on my lips. I moved a hand down to her tits and unhooked the clasp on the front of her bra. Her tits were real and firm, her nipples hard. I took one in my mouth and pinched the other.
She whimpered.
I teased her with my teeth and my tongue.
Her moans told me she liked them both.
My hand traveled down her stomach and into her panties. I ran my fingers through her folds, her pussy wet and swollen from me touching her before.
She moaned and squirmed against my touch.
I pressed a finger inside her.
She squeezed her pussy around it.
I pushed in two.
She ground against my hand.
"Sir," she said against my mouth.
"Yes, my sweet sub."
She smiled a sweet grin, with a little mischievous gleam in her eye.
"Will you please fuck me now?"
I stopped.
The smile fell from her lips.
I removed her panties and climbed between her legs. I slid on a condom and laid down; our bodies flush against each other, my full weight on her. I reached up and clasped my hands with hers where they were cuffed together. I lifted her thighs over my hips, grabbed my cock, and pressed into her in one motion.
"Oh, fuck." We both growled. If I had any doubt this woman was made for me, the moment I entered her for the first time, confirmed it. I memorized everything about how it felt. Me, deep inside her, my cock squeezed in the most perfect way, and her eyes staring into mine.




AUTHOR BIO:
Sydney Aaliyah Michelle is a Contemporary Romance writer, a voracious reader, tattoo lover, and movie fanatic who hails from Texas.

After surviving 5 1/2 years living in China, she had the courage to finally pursue her passion and become a writer.

She identifies the sci-fi action flick "The Matrix" as the best representation of her life in the past. She is now blessed to be awake and doing what she loves.

She can recite the entire script from the 80's teen comedy/drama "The Breakfast Club" and loves any and everything associated with the Avengers Movie, especially Tony Stark.

When it come to books, Sydney reads different genres, but some of her favorite writers are Stephen King, Alex J. Cavanaugh, J.A Huss, M. Never & Emily Bronte. Under the Dome, The Great Gatsby & Wuthering Heights are her favorite books.

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