Smokin' Hot Reads: September 2020

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Excerpt Reveal: Roads Traveled by Danielle Norman

Take a peek inside Roads Traveled by Danielle Norman! Don't forget to pre-order your copy! Three unforgettable romances in one pretty package!

𝔸𝕍𝔸𝕀𝕃𝔸𝔹𝕃𝔼 𝕆ℕ 𝔸𝕃𝕃 ℙ𝕃𝔸𝕋𝔽𝕆ℝ𝕄𝕊

Pre-order here: https://www.daniellenorman.com/books/roads-traveled-three-love-stories-in-one/

EXCERPT- Under the Stars

“I’ve never asked a boy over, you’re the first.”

“Me? Why me?”

When Christine looked up, her eyes glistened in the moonlight. “I don’t know. We’re both young, but you, us? I can’t explain it. I know you. Something inside me knows you or at least knows your heart. Does that make sense?” She leaned back on the grass, her knees bent as she looked up at the night sky.

I reclined next to her, making sure that our fingers were touching.

“Yeah, I know what you mean.” I was silent for several moments as I looked up at the stars. “The stars are so bright here. Do you know much about them?”

“Some, how about you?”

“Some. Like, I know that’s Orion’s belt, and the bigger, brighter one is Orion.” I pointed to three stars in a row and then one above it. “There’s the Big Dipper and Little Dipper.”

“How about those two bright stars to the left of Orion?”

“No clue.” I tilted my head, squinting and trying to make a shape out of the nearby stars.

“That’s Gemini. This is June, Gemini is the zodiac for June.” Christine placed her hand in mine. “The legend goes, when the two halves of Gemini, Castor and Pollux, were split, they were unhappy. So Zeus put them in the night sky so everyone under the stars would be able to see that the two halves were whole once more.” Christine made me want to be romantic. I’d always thought it was stupid, the way my dad went out of his way to bring my mother flowers. Or how he’d stop all of us from talking just to ask, isn’t your mom beautiful? Now, with Christine next to me, I got it...I totally got it.

Rolling over so I was gazing into her eyes, I stared into their warm, coffee-colored depths, “Asteri mou.” I lowered my lips to hers. “Asteri mou,” I whispered against her closed mouth. Asteri mou, I moaned as she opened, and I slid my tongue in, tasting the sweetness of this girl I wanted to spend every night looking up at the stars with.

Book description:

We’ve traveled the road with members of the Iron Orchids, now take a turn into three different stories from characters you’ve met along the way.

Under the Stars

You never know when a decision will put you on the path of destiny-

For George Christakos, it was going to Greece and seeing a living, breathing, goddess.

For Christine Petrakis, it was telling the gorgeous, rebellious, bad boy her name.

Now, the two of them will discover if a summer UNDER THE STARS turns into a love that lasts a lifetime.

Dear Juliet

She was used to taking calls and giving love advice.

Now, she’s taking calls and whispering dirty fantasies.

Only problem is, it's the same caller, every night, all night.

Life of Lemons

Lily, was used to the hard life. She hated her job at the diner, she had a zero bank account, and neighbors who didn’t mind their own business.

Callum McGuire, was used to none of that. In fact, he loved his life, he liked his job, and the sassy woman he met at a roadside diner—life wasn’t what was hard when he thought her.

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Release Day Blast: Subscriber Wars by Kristy Marie

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✔︎ 𝑬𝒏𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒆𝐬 𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔
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✔︎ 𝑨𝒏 𝒆𝒑𝒊𝒄 𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒕 𝒕𝒘𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖'𝒍𝒍 𝒏𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒔𝒆𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒈
𝑻𝒉𝒆𝒔𝒆 𝒗𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒐𝒔 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒅 𝒌𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔, 𝒃𝒖𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒉𝒂𝒕𝒆... 𝒊𝒔 𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒍.

I can explain.

Kind of.

I realize the wig and makeup don’t help my case, but that’s not the point.

The point is, Sebastian came at me first.

He’s the one who started this war, but I’m the one who finished it.

I’m not even sorry about it.

Fine. Maybe I am. A little.

That’s the only explanation as to why I just agreed to play his fake girlfriend so he—we—can win a million dollars in the hottest reality show contest ever filmed on campus.

Don’t get it wrong though, Sebastian and I may look like we love each other, but everyone knows reality TV is nothing but scripted lies and staged kisses.

𝗔𝗱𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗕𝗥 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!
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A self-proclaimed reader enthusiast, Kristy started her writing journey back in 2009, reading and writing when her daughter was napping. Establishing her place in Corporate America (because something had to pay the bills), writing became her dirty, late-night secret.

After eight long years, she released her debut novel, Commander. It was a long road, but she can honestly say, the road less traveled had the most beautiful sights.

The only thing Kristy Marie loves as much as reading and writing is sports! Especially those that require muscles and a nice ass. Her favorite is, and always will be, baseball. She's such a fan, that she even married her small town's high school's centerfielder where they still live with their three badass kids.

Cover Reveal: The Hookup by Kindle Alexander

Title: The Hookup

Author: Kindle Alexander

Genre: M/M Romance Novella

Release Date: October 12, 2020

Cover Design: Reese Dante Book Cover Art & Design

Meet me @ The Hookup?

A well-deserved celebration is in order for attorney Easton Elliott. Everything is going as planned until a tempting glimpse of the past sidebars the handsome attorney’s party.

An unexpected invitation has linguist Grant Holt excited about the spur-of-the-moment rendezvous. But words are futile when he arrives to find there’s been a mix up.

A text, a celebration, and a misunderstanding all lead to…The Hookup

Best Selling Author Kindle Alexander is an innovative writer, and a genre-crosser who writes classic fantasy, romance, suspense, and erotica in both the male/male and male/female genres. It's always a surprise to see what's coming next!

I live in the suburbs of Dallas where it's true, the only thing bigger than an over active imagination, may be women's hair!

Usually, I try for funny. Humor is a major part of my life - I love to laugh, and it seems to be the thing I do in most situations - regardless of the situation, but jokes are a tricky deal... I don't want to offend anyone and jokes tend to offend. So instead I'm going to tell you about Kindl

I tragically lost my sixteen year old daughter to a drunk driver. She had just been at home, it was early in the night and I heard the accident happen. I'll never forget that moment. The sirens were immediate and something inside me just knew. I left my house, drove straight to the accident on nothing more than instinct. I got to be there when my little girl died - weirdly, I consider that a true gift from above. She didn't have to be alone.

That time in my life was terrible. It's everything you think it would be times about a billion. I love that kid. I loved being her mother and I loved watching her grow into this incredibly beautiful person, both inside and out. She was such a gift to me. To have it all ripped away so suddenly broke me.

Her name was Kindle. Honest to goodness - it was her name and she died a few weeks before Amazon released their brand new Kindle ereader. She had no idea it was coming out and she would have finally gotten her name on something! Try finding a ruler with the name Kindle on it.. It never happened.

Through the course of that crippling event I was lucky enough to begin to write with a dear friend in the fan fiction world of Facebook. She got me through those dark days with her unwavering support and friendship. There wasn't a time she wasn't there for me. Sometimes together and sometimes by myself, we built a world where Kindle lives and stands for peace, love and harmony. It's its own kind of support group. I know without question I wouldn't be here today without her.

Find out more by visiting www.kindlealexander.com or email me at kindle@kindlealexander.com

Series Cover Reveal: Dangerous Web Trilogy by Aleatha Romig

Release Date: November 24

“When your whole world is shaken from all the risks we have taken, dance with me. Dance with me into the colors of dusk.” ~ Ben Harper

I’ve served my country, a man, and a cause. I’ve given my whole being while at the same time finding its true meaning. There was no way for me to know that the day I met the men who were to become my best friends they would introduce me to the love of my life.

Fiery, red hair and hypnotizing, emerald eyes caught my attention.
Creamy soft skin, a stark contrast to mine, seduced my body.

Strength, devotion, and determination stole my heart.

I am Reid Murray and I’ll kill without regret to once again dance in the dusk with my wife. This war has only begun. I won’t rest until it’s done.

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Release Date: January 5

“Maybe you have to know the darkness before you can appreciate the light.” ~ Madeline L’Engle

Darkness has fallen upon the Sparrow world.

What seemed secure was breached, and what was assumed unattainable is possible.

In this dangerous underground world, we Sparrows took our power by force.

As dusk gave way to dark, we Sparrows are once again determined to use any means necessary to recover what is ours, secure our stronghold, and defeat those who appear unconquerable.

The gauntlet has been thrown.

We will not retreat.

Darkness be damned. It is time for triumph.

I am Reid Murray.

For my wife and my brothers-in-arms, nothing, not even darkness, will stop the Sparrows from victory.

Add to your Goodreads TBR list!

Release Date: February 16

“Night never had the last word. The dawn is always invincible.” ~Hugh B. Brown

The Sparrow web world is covered in darkness, yet the dawn is near.

The dramatic conclusion to the Dangerous Web trilogy is here.

The veil of safety protecting Lorna Murray’s life has been ripped away.

Can Reid Murray convince her that despite the lingering darkness, the sun will rise again?

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Have you been Aleatha'd?

Aleatha Romig is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today bestselling author who lives in Indiana, USA. She grew up in Mishawaka, graduated from Indiana University, and is currently living south of Indianapolis. Aleatha has raised three children with her high school sweetheart and husband of over thirty years. Before she became a full-time author, she worked days as a dental hygienist and spent her nights writing. Now, when she's not imagining mind-blowing twists and turns, she likes to spend her time a with her family and friends. Her other pastimes include reading and creating heroes/anti-heroes who haunt your dreams and bring your imagination to life!

Aleatha released her first novel, CONSEQUENCES, in August of 2011. CONSEQUENCES became a bestselling series with five novels and two companions released from 2011 through 2015. The compelling and epic story of Anthony and Claire Rawlings has graced more than half a million e-readers. Aleatha released the first of her series TALES FROM THE DARK SIDE, INSIDIOUS, in the fall of 2014. These stand alone thrillers continue Aleatha's twisted style with an increase in heat.
In the fall of 2015, Aleatha moved head first into the world of dark romantic suspense with the release of BETRAYAL, the first of her five novel INFIDELITY series that has taken the reading world by storm. She also began her traditional publishing career with Thomas and Mercer. Her books INTO THE LIGHT and AWAY FROM THE DARK were published through this mystery/thriller publisher in 2016.
In the spring of 2017, Aleatha released her first stand-alone, fun, and sexy romantic comedy with PLUS ONE, followed by the sweet stand-alone, ONE NIGHT.

Aleatha is a "Published Author's Network" member of the Romance Writers of America and PEN America. She is represented by Kevan Lyon of Marsal Lyon Literary Agency.

Tuesday, September 29, 2020

Blog Tour: Un-Leashed by J. Haney and S.I. Hayes

UN-LEASHED

Authors: J. Haney and S.I. Hayes

Release Date: September 21

Genre: Contemporary Romance/ RomCom/Quarantine/ Forced Proximity Romance

Four years ago tragedy hit and now Bennett Reynor sits in his mansion, alone. He gets everything he could want delivered straight to his door. His business partner Stanley would like to see him move on and live his life but Bennett is content in his solitude often letting his disdainful words drive everyone away.

When Clover Prescott’s husky Mia takes off, setting her on a muddy and cold pursuit she finds herself in the yard of a grand estate while her pup is being accosted by an albino Doberman. Little does she know she’s about to come face to face with the ornery owner.

Heated words are gonna fly when these two let loose their mouths with hilarious results.

TAGLINE:
And they call it Puppy Love...

Amazon:

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Goodreads:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54827539-un-leashed

Bennett

“You cocksucking mother fucker. Who the fuck do you think you are?” For such a little girl, she certainly talks salty. I may have smashed out her back windshield with the head of my cane.

“I gave you a choice. I don’t give a shit about you. I do, however, have a fifty percent right to those puppies. I looked it up, and Doberman Husky hybrids are also known as Dobsky’s and go for up to a grand apiece. From what I saw in that ultrasound, you are putting over six thousand dollars in danger. That’s a felony if she miscarries due to your negligence.”

“You have no right to anything! You-you oh- go fuck your couch.”

“So, I assume the next thing you will be telling me is you’re Rick James.” Her fuck your couch reference was from a comedy sketch by one Dave Chapelle. “You said I was half responsible for them. You have chosen to let her keep them; you are now obligated to do what is in her best interest. That-” I point at the wind tunnel of a car. “Is not, nor would it ever be in her best interest.” I am damn near screaming at her. I very rarely give a shit about anything enough to raise my voice, but when I saw the dog in the cold, I lost my shit.

“You made it a God damned wind tunnel. We were warm for crying out loud. She's fucking fed, watered and walked multiple times a day. She’s anything but fucking neglected. My car now needs a new window. Thanks for that. So much for getting a new place. Why don't you just go rot in hell!”

“You are a stubborn and selfish child. You are going to grab your shit, and we are going back to my place. Once there, we will draw up a contract, and you will perform duties in my home. In exchange, I will provide food, hot water, and lodgings for you and Mia. I will also cover all of her veterinary and dietary needs. Weekends will be your own, and I will pay you eleven hundred dollars each week, once the puppies are born and homed you may go as you please with all of your earnings. Is that understood? Or would you rather see her wind up in a shelter because someone else spots this situation, calls the Dog Warden, and you get arrested for abuse?” I start to walk toward her car and the whining dog. I pull the door open and unlock the passenger side before getting into it myself. I don’t drive, and I don’t intend to.

She takes the cover she's been using and folds it into the back before moving the stuff in the back seat behind it. Making sure the glass is all covered. Patting the back seat for the dog, she gets her covered with blankets, before finally getting in the driver's seat. She doesn't even say another word as she starts the car.

“There. Was that so hard?”

“I'd rather you not talk to me at this moment if you don't mind.”

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S.I. (Shannon) Hayes and J. (Jess) Haney have been writing together since 2016. They have a country/city relationship. Shannon is a New Englander Transplanted in Ohio, whereas Jess is a Kentucky Girl through and through. Their dynamics are something to be seen that's for sure! Come hang and bring a fresh pair of panties... You know, just in case.