Saturday, July 30, 2016

Sexy on the Run by Marie Tuhart #mysexysaturday

It's that time again for My Sexy Saturday.

This week's theme:  Sexy on the Run

Since I don't write romantic suspense and have nothing even close.  I thought I'd give a teaser from Quick Silver Ranch: Saddle Up. Jared is co-owner of Quick Silver Ranch.  Angie is at the ranch for her best friend's wedding.  These two knock heads from the beginning. Now Jared is laying it all out to Angie. Enjoy.

          “What do you want, Angie?” He wanted her, but first he had to make sure she wanted him. He didn't take unwilling women.

          Her tongue slipped out and wet her lips. “You,” she whispered.

          “I'm not like other men.” Could she handle the dominant male within him? The man who would take everything she had to give and then some, before giving it back to her. Could she handle his forceful sexuality when other women couldn't?

          “I don't want another man.”

          “If you stay, you'll play by my rules. I'll be in charge. The rest we can discuss later.”

          She nodded, her breathing shallow.

          “Fine, you'll stay here for the next two weeks with me. So make it happen. I'll see you in the morning.” Without another word, he released her and walked away. He had to set the tone of this test from the beginning. She'd either turn tail and run, or rage at him. It would be interesting to see which one.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Blog Tour - The Back Door Billionaire's Bride by Roz Lee

He’ll do whatever it takes to get out of town. She’ll do whatever it takes to keep him there.

BLURB

Ford Adams had led a charmed life, but if he doesn’t figure out how to make the equivalent of a silk purse out of a sow’s ear, and sell a boat-load of them, he and his mother might find themselves flipping burgers. Determined not to let that happen, he’ll need all the help he can get—especially from his sexy new business partner. If he can get her to take a chance on his crazy new idea, then maybe he can convince her to take a chance on him.
Becky Jean Parker’s life has been anything but what she’d imagined it would be, but she’d been content until a recent turn of events once again left her no choice. Unless she wants to wallow in bankruptcy for the rest of her life, she’ll have to go along with her new business partner’s insane plan and pray he knows what he’s talking about. The only thing more insane than Ford’s plan to sell sex toys is her attraction to him. Typical of her life, she’d had no choice but to fall for the one man she can’t have.

EXCERPT

He wedged one foot in between hers then slid an arm around her waist and pulled her softness within an inch of his hard body. Leaning in, he brushed his lips over the shell of her ear. “Want to know what I’m going to do to you?”

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

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USA Today Bestselling Author, Roz Lee is a displaced Texan who lives in New Jersey with her husband of almost four decades, and Bud, an overly large rescue dog who demands regular romps in the woods no matter how busy his parents are.
The mom of two daughters, one a police officer and the other an economist married to a pilot, Roz collects Depression glass, and teacups with rose patterns. Her favorite food is Tex-Mex, and she’s never met a piece of chocolate she didn’t like.
When Roz isn’t writing, she’s reading, or traipsing around the country on one adventure or another. Warning—she brakes for antique stores!
Roz is a member of the Author's Guild, Romance Writers of America, Local Chapters - New Jersey Romance Writers, Los Angeles Romance Authors. She is also a member of Liberty State Fiction Writers, New Jersey Authors Association and Greater Lehigh Valley Writers Group.
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Saturday, July 23, 2016

My Sexy Crush by Marie Tuhart #mysexysaturday


It's that time again for My Sexy Saturday.

This week's theme:  My Sexy Crush

Here's a little fun this week.  This is from one of my very first published books.  Victoria is getting off late from work, when her crush enters the elevator.  Trust me when I say the elevator will never be the same. Enjoy.

          The seventeenth floor was next. Joe’s floor. Her nipples hardened. She'd had little control over her reactions since he came to work at the company several months ago. Victoria held her breath as seventeen lit up and stayed solid. The elevator shuddered to a stop.

          Could it be him? Oh, get a life, Victoria. Why would he, the company’s newest wonder boy, be working late on a Friday night? He was no doubt out partying with any number of gorgeous women in downtown Seattle.

          She kept her attention on the display when the doors opened, wishing the person would hurry up and get in so she could get out of here.

          The spicy scent of pure male and citrus surrounded her. Oh, dear Lord. She knew the scent—it turned her bones to water every time. Only
he smelled like that. She closed her eyes in a brief moment of ecstasy before the doors slid shut, reminding her of where she was.

          Her gaze connected with his. Clear blue eyes danced with delight. His black hair was just long enough to cause the ends to curl in a sexy way. His
tailored gray jacket covered his broad shoulders, the tie just a shade lighter, contrasting with his white shirt. His hands in the pockets of his pants pulled
the fabric tight over his hard thighs and…She swallowed, forcing her gaze away from his incredible body.

          He was watching her. Shit.  “Good evening.” Heat rose as her body betrayed her.

          “It is now,” he said, and a slow smile tugged his lips.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2016

New Release: Claimed by the Sheikh by Marie Tuhart

I'm happy to announce my new release:


Blurb:

Translator Sara Delaney is on her way to Russia when her plane is diverted to London. After a disappointing love affair with a sexy and powerful man she’s looking forward to some downtime.  She’s pleasantly surprised when a driver delivers her to a penthouse room in a luxury hotel. Aching with sorrow over the way the man she enjoyed in so many ways disappointed her by not being the take-charge dominant male she needed in the bedroom, she collapses on the sumptuous bed only to wake to find him in her suite.

Sheikh Kasim Harram, leader of a small middle-eastern kingdom, is not used to a woman thwarting his advances. He’d expected the love affair with Sara, the woman of his dreams, to blossom, but she said a final farewell in Hong Kong. He doesn’t know why. After all, he always treated her with the utmost respect, withholding his more wild appetites. When her plane makes an unscheduled layover in London, where he happens to be on business, it seems the fates have conspired to give him another chance at seduction. With nothing more to lose perhaps the time has come to show her his real nature, but will it backfire causing him to lose her forever?

When does a layover in Heathrow airport turn into a weekend of pleasure...and maybe forever? When you're claimed by the sheikh.


Excerpt:
    
"Hello, little one."
Son of a turkey biscuit. "Kasim?" She fumbled for the lamp. The light snapped on, and she blinked. No imagination here. "You scared the crap out of me." Her heart pounded in her chest, now not from fear but from apprehension. How the hell did he get here? Last time she heard he’d gone back home. The more important question was why would he be here? She ignored the way her heart pounded and her clit pulsed at the sight of him. They were done.
"Yes, it is I." He leaned forward in the chair near the bed. His dark hair was tousled, but he still had that calm, cool, collected aura about him. The perfect gentleman.
"Why are you here?" She scrambled to think, sleep still clogging her brain.

"To see you, of course." His deep, husky voice sent shivers of awareness through her veins.

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Tuesday, July 19, 2016

Guest blog: Tena Stetler



Today Tena Stetler is my guest she's talking about her new release, plus letting us know about her hero and heroine.  Welcome Tena.


Hero: Lathen Quartz walks in with a wolf pup beside him. “This is Tonk, he’s a wolf pup that was injured in Arcadia National Park.  His injuries were so severe that he’ll never be released into the wild, so he helps out at Lobster Cove Wildlife Rescue and Rehab.  He’s my shadow. I hope you don’t mind he came along.”
No. no. not at all.

Tells us about the real you—  I was raised in Alaska by my father, the pack alpha along with my brother.  My mom died in childbirth. My father never remarried, until recently.  But that’s a whole different story. I’d built a wall around myself after being kicked out of the pack for dangerous behavior after being injured when my team was ambushed and a bomb when off on assignment. I drifted around for a couple years and found a home in Lobster Cove.  The people there were understanding and embraced my talents.  By this time, the chip on my shoulder was lessening and I became more confident in who and what I was.

What event in your past has left the most indelible impression on you? The attack on my SEAL team and my subsequent medical discharge from the military.

What do you most value? Family and friendships.  My relationship with Pepper above all.  She made me whole again.

What is the type of woman you want to spend the rest of your life with? Strong, confident, knows what she wants and goes after it.  No holds barred.

What do you consider most important in life? Family and friendships.  I had to learn that the hard way.

What is your biggest secret? Now if I told you, it wouldn’t  be a secret any more.  Would it?

Heroine:  Pepper McKay bounced in with a big furry black dog trotting at her side. “I brought Ember along, I hope you don’t mind.  She was my first rescue in Lobster Cove. Ember enjoys getting out once in a while and always minds her manners.” She gave Lathen and Tonk a sideways glance. “Unlike other’s I know.” Pepper giggled.  “Besides, her and Tonk jumped in the truck as we got ready to do.  Didn’t have the heart to make them stay home.”
“Not a problem.”

Who are you really? I’m dedicated to the rehabilitation of wildlife and have been since a teenager.  Second I am a witch with reservations.  If magic can go wrong in my hands, it will. I was bad at relationships… until Lathen.  He changed everything.

Who were the biggest role models in your life? My mom, dad and Aunt Ashling.  She’s the one who taught me the love of wildlife and the necessity to protect it. The summers I spent with her at Lobster Cove were the happiest of my life.  She paid my way through college when I wanted to be a marine biologist.  Mom wasn’t so happy at that or my chosen profession.

What kind of man do you want to spend the rest of your life with?   A man who knows his heart, is understanding and isn’t afraid to show it.  Tough when he as to be but compassionate when required and with a strong moral compass. You know what I mean? Lathen had it all.  At least in my eyes.

What kind of man would you never choose?  A narcissistic ego manic, I’ve dated a few of those.  My choice in men wasn’t the best before I moved to Lobster Cove.

What is most important to you in life? Family, good friends and wildlife.

What is your biggest fear? Making a decision that might cost a creature its life.  I couldn’t live with myself. I think that is why I always double check myself and value other professional’s opinions, before taking action.

Author, Tell us a little about writing this story.  Was it fun or difficult?  I really enjoyed writing this story.  I loved all the characters and the setting. Do your characters always act as you expect? Heavens no. Sometimes I think they act just the opposite to show me who’s in control.  I’m happy to report we usually reach a compromise. Are you a plotter, or fly (write) by the seat of your pants? Oh, a panster definitely.  I tried an outline once and missed every point on the list except one. What a waste of time for me.  I realize it works well for others, but me, not so much. LOL

Let me tell you a bit about my newest release, A Witch’s Journey:

Pepper McKay comes from a long line of powerful witches. Unfortunately, magic brings her nothing but trouble. She learned the love of wildlife rescue and rehab from her Aunt Ashling. After graduating from college, Pepper works for Salem Wildlife Sanctuary and lives from paycheck to paycheck until she inherits the McKay property in Lobster Cove. With the family land and resources, she dares to dream of starting her own wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center.
Lathen Quartz, a former Navy SEAL turned handyman maintains the enchanted McKay property for the McKay estate. But someone is trying to steal the McKay magic. Lathen offers to help Pepper achieve her life-long dream of building a wildlife center. During the long hours spent together on the project, their mutual attraction can’t be denied. But each harbors a deep, dark secret. Will they overcome their demons and give love a chance?

A Sneak peek into the book:
Pepper hopped out of the truck and took a deep breath. The ocean breeze brought a mixed scent of brine, sand, sun and kelp. Seabirds whistled and screeched through the air diving into the white crested waves, proudly emerging with dinner. Turning her attention to the land, she noticed beyond the barn, the pond was still there, even a bit bigger than she remembered. Caught up in the smells, sights, and sounds, she didn't hear someone approach.
"Ms. McKay?"
"Sssshit," she yelped and whirled around to see a muscular man, well over six feet, with surfer blond hair nearly to his shoulders, tousled by the ocean breeze. Rounding the corner of the cabin, he waved at her as he approached walking with a slight limp. Deeply tanned, he appeared to spend a lot of time outdoors.
"I'm Lathen Quartz. Glad you made it before dark. The road up here can be treacherous after dark if you don't know where you're going.  I finished up the enclosed aviary and was getting ready to leave. But now that you're here, I'd be happy to show you around. Help you get settled."
"Pepper McKay, call me Pepper." Extending her hand towards him, she met his gaze. His large aquamarine eyes were mesmerizing, set above the high cheekbones, full lips and a butterscotch five o'clock shadow. She gave her head a shake. "Wait. You built an aviary?"
He shook her hand and smiled, shoving his hands in the pockets of his jeans and rocking back on his heels.

Amazon:  http://amzn.com/B01F0LRJ7U     
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Author Bio:
Tena Stetler is a paranormal romance and cozy mystery author with an over-active imagination.  She wrote her first vampire romance as a tween, to the chagrin of her mother and the delight of her friends. With the Rocky Mountains outside her window, Tena sits at her computer surrounded by a wide array of paranormal creatures telling her their tales. Colorado is her home; shared with her husband of many moons, a brilliant Chow Chow, a spoiled parrot and a forty-year-old box turtle.  Any winter evening, you can find her curled up in front of a crackling fire with a good book, a mug of hot chocolate and a big bowl of popcorn.  During the summer you can find her cozied up around a campfire with a good book.
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Saturday, July 16, 2016

My Sexy Showdown by Marie Tuhart #mysexysaturday

It's that time again for #My Sexy Saturday.

This week's theme:  My Sexy Showdown

Oh I have the perfect book for this.  Since I can only do seven paragraphs,  this is toward the end of the showdown. This is from His for the Weekend.

Cassie, my heroine, and Marcus, my hero, have been dancing around their attraction for each other for a while.  Marcus has been sending Cassie gifts, but today tipped the scale.  She marches into his office telling him it has to stop, and he says only until she agrees to spend time with him.  They've been going back and forth on how much time they can both agree to spend alone together. Enjoy reading.

          “Too long. Forty-eight.”

          He stood and crossed over to her. He needed to be close to her as they negotiated. “Still not enough Ninety-six uninterrupted hours with you."
          
          Her nose scrunched up and her lashes swept down, cutting off the view of her expressive eyes. “Sixty—six tonight until six Monday morning.”

          He noted the stubborn set to her chin. It wasn’t ideal, but he could do it. He would not fail in winning her over. Leaning close, he whispered, “I’ll take it.”

          She exhaled, lashes rising until she stared at him. “What are the ground rules?”
         
          “There are none.”  Her eyes widened. Oh, yes, he had her now and he wasn’t letting go.

“No barriers. No rules.”



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Friday, July 15, 2016

Home Again by Cardeno C. Audio Tour

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Home Again Audiobook

Home Again

    • Written by: Cardeno C.
    • Narrated by: Alexander Collins
    • Length: 5 hrs and 26 mins
    • Unabridged Audiobook
  • Release Date:06-10-16
  • Publisher: The Romance Authors, LLC+

Imposing, temperamental Noah Forman wakes up in a hospital and can't remember how he got there. He holds it together, taking comfort in the fact that the man he has loved since childhood is on the way. But when his one and only finally arrives, Noah is horrified to discover that he doesn't remember anything from the past three years.
Loyal, serious Clark Lehman built a life around the person who insisted from their first meeting that they were meant to be together. Now, years later, two men whose love has never faltered must relive their most treasured and most painful moments in order to recover lost memories and secure their future.


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A Shot at Forgiveness Audiobook

A Shot at Forgiveness

    • Written by: Cardeno C.
    • Narrated by: Robert M. Clark
    • Length: 1 hr and 38 mins 
    • Unabridged Audiobook
  • Release Date:07-06-16
  • Publisher: The Romance Authors, LLC

Sometimes to find love, you must first learn forgiveness.
A dozen years, 2,000 miles, and a law degree after high school, Rafi Steiner continues to harbor resentment toward Isaac Jones, his childhood bully turned NBA star. When Isaac appears at Rafi's favorite restaurant acting like a long-lost friend, Rafi bluntly dismisses him.
But Isaac is tenacious and he has his heart set on the grown-up version of the boy he always wanted and never forgot. The way Isaac sees it, he and Rafi are perfect for each other, if only he could sink the most important shot of his life: his one shot at forgiveness.

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Red River Audiobook

Red River: Pack Collection, Book 2

    • Written by: Cardeno C.
    • Narrated by: Nick J. Russo
    • Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins 
    • Unabridged Audiobook
  • Release Date:06-21-16
  • Publisher: The Romance Authors, LLC
Two Alpha shifters join together to lead their pack and build a family.
Commitment, loyalty, and strength aren't enough to make Wesley Stone's birth pack accept an Alpha with a physical imperfection, even if it's a meaningless mark. Putting the safety of his pack above his own wellbeing, Wesley trades himself for another Alpha and agrees to mate with a stranger in a mysterious, insular pack.
Alphas from Jobe Root's family have led the Red River pack from the first day shifters walked the earth. Now the time has come for Jobe to fulfill his destiny, but to do that, he needs his mate by his side. Spiritual, easygoing Jobe reveres Mother Nature and trusts in fate, yet he can't help being nervous about how his mate will react to his new life in Red River, his new life with Jobe.
Two Alphas with contrasting personalities, different upbringings, and divergent beliefs come together for the good of their packs. But to stay together, Wesley and Jobe must see beyond the surface and embrace every facet of themselves and their union.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Cardeno C - Logo
Cardeno C. - CC to friends - is a hopeless romantic who wants to add a lot of happiness and a few "awwws" into a reader's day. Writing is a nice break from real life as a corporate type and volunteer work with gay rights organizations. Cardeno's stories range from sweet to intense, contemporary to paranormal, long to short, but they always include strong relationships and walks into the happily-ever- after sunset.
Cardeno's Home, Family, and Mates series have received awards from Love Romances and More Golden Roses, Rainbow Awards, the Goodreads M/M Romance Group, and various reviewers. But even more special to CC are heartfelt reactions from readers, like, "You bring joy and love and make it part of the every day."

 

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Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Cover Reveal: Claimed by the Sheikh by Marie Tuhart

I'm happy and pleased to reveal my newest cover.  Here it is....




Blurb:

Translator Sara Delaney is on her way to Russia when her plane is diverted to London. After a disappointing love affair with a sexy and powerful man she’s looking forward to some downtime.  She’s pleasantly surprised when a driver delivers her to a penthouse room in a luxury hotel. Aching with sorrow over the way the man she enjoyed in so many ways disappointed her by not being the take-charge dominant male she needed in the bedroom, she collapses on the sumptuous bed only to wake to find him in her suite.

Sheikh Kasim Harram, leader of a small middle-eastern kingdom, is not used to a woman thwarting his advances. He’d expected the love affair with Sara, the woman of his dreams, to blossom, but she said a final farewell in Hong Kong. He doesn’t know why. After all, he always treated her with the utmost respect, withholding his more wild appetites. When her plane makes an unscheduled layover in London, where he happens to be on business, it seems the fates have conspired to give him another chance at seduction. With nothing more to lose perhaps the time has come to show her his real nature, but will it backfire causing him to lose her forever?

When does a layover in Heathrow airport turn into a weekend of pleasure...and maybe forever? When you're claimed by the sheikh.

It is available for pre-order on Amazon 

The release date is: 7/20/16


Saturday, July 9, 2016

My Sexy Castle by Marie Tuhart #mysexysaturday

It's that time again for My Sexy Saturday

This week's theme:  My Sexy Castle

It is said a man's home is his castle, so for this week I thought I'd do seven paragraphs from His for the Weekend (you can win a free copy by going here). 

Cassie, my heroine, is seeing Marcus' house for the first time.  After agreeing to spend the weekend with Marcus', Cassie has second, third and fourth thoughts about what she's doing.  Due to a last minute emergency at the office she is running late and Marcus believes she might not show. Enjoy reading.

          The front door remained closed. Well, I can’t sit here all night. Exiting the vehicle, she snagged her bag out of the passenger seat, slammed the door and used the key fob to lock it.

          Striding up the walkway, she realized that Marcus was very security conscious. She’d noticed the security cameras at the gate, and she’d counted at least two cameras and five sets of flood lights from the gate to the front of his house.

          The arched entryway was impressive. It looked as if it were marble. And the size…she wondered why Marcus wanted such a large home.

          He never struck her as a person who was into material possessions. But then again, what did she really know about him? Except that he was straightforward and honest. He’d been that way from day one with her, when he made no bones about wanting her.

          Even after he left her office today, he’d emailed her his latest physical from his doctor, showing he was free from any sexually transmitted diseases. She’d done the same—not that it mattered, since it had been well over a year since she last had sex with a man.

          The heavy wooden door swung open when her feet hit the porch. Out of the corner of her eye, she found yet another camera perched in the corner.

          Marcus stood in the doorway. Her heart contracted. His hair was a mess and his arms were crossed over his chest. His stance screamed anger, but she thought she caught a glimmer of relief in his green eyes. She dismissed it.

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Saturday, July 2, 2016

My Sexy Boss by Marie Tuhart #mysexysaturday

My Sexy Saturday time.  

This week's theme:  My Sexy Boss

This is from my current work in progress, Highland Dom. Kristen owns the cafe and has trouble letting others help her.  Cameron is the hero, and he's finally getting her to allow him in. The cafe is teeming with people and Cameron volunteer's to help.

          Kristen looked up at him and then smiled.  "Okay, here's the game plan.  I'll handle the register and orders.  Cameron you get the food orders, Skye coffee orders."
          "You got it boss."  Cameron gave her a salute.
          "I'll get Cam an apron." Skye scurried into the kitchen.
          "Do I really need one?"
          "Yep, beside you'll look sexy in it."
          Skye returned and Cameron put on the apron.
          "Let's do this," he whispered dropping a kiss on her cheek. "Just tell point me in the right direction."
You have to love a man who lets the woman be boss now and them :)

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