ARCO Series by Sydney Croft

A STORM’S RAGE.  A WOMAN’S DESIRE.
A MAN WITH THE POWER TO SET THEM BOTH FREE.
He can summon lightning at will. Emerge unscathed from the center of a tornado. Strip a woman down to her barest defenses through the sheer force of his sexuality. He’s gorgeous, dangerous, and the target of parameteorologist Haley Holmes’s latest mission. Haley has been dispatched to the Louisiana bayou to investigate the phenomenon known as Remy Begnaud – man with a gift he never wanted: the ability to control a storm’s fury. But even a woman trained in bizarre weather phenomenon has no defense against the electrifying power of the Ex-Navy SEAL…a power his enemies would kill to control.
With her agency monitoring their every move, Haley’s job is to seduce Remy, gain his trust — and help him harness his extraordinary gift. But who will protect her from this voracious lover who’s introducing her to a new world of erotic thrills – a man who grows increasingly insatiable with each new weather event? Haley knows a big storm is approaching –and with it will come unexpected delights. But, so, too, will the storm unleash her greatest fears: An enemy bent on destroying Remy. And her worst fear of all…falling in love with this magnificent man, then having to betray him…
FEEL THE HEAT.  
HEAR THE ROAR
THE FEVER HAS BEGUN.
There’s a storm rising. Electricity crackles in the air. For Kira Donovan, it’s that time of year again: when the need floods her flesh, when almost any man—the bigger and the stronger the better—will do. For Kira, an animal psychic, the heat is a matter of life and death, and this year it has come at just the right time. Tom Knight, a natural born predator, has arrived at her isolated Idaho farm—for reasons all his own…
At first Kira isn’t interested in Knight’s motives. She only needs him—his body, his hands, his scent. But soon, through a daze of desire and distrust, Kira discovers Knight’s world—the world of a covert operative, one man among dozens of secret agents waging an astonishing global war. Knight’s mission is to bring Kira–kicking and screaming if necessary–into the Agency for Covert Rare Operatives and harness her extraordinary gift. He never expected the powerful emotions she would ignite in him, or the fierce desire to keep her safe from harm. For as darkness gathers around them, Kira is feeling the heat once again, leading them both on a wild ride of delicious thrills…and terror beyond imagining.
DANGER IS THE ULTIMATE APHRODISIAC.
They met in a steamy Florida bar—then spent a night of mind-bending passion. Two secret agents who each possess unique telekinetic gifts—and whose combined sexual powers leave neither of them unscathed. For ex–Navy SEAL Wyatt Kennedy, assigned by the Agency for Covert Rare Operatives to the most treacherous mission of his career, the woman in black leather and lace has just become more than a one-night stand. Because Faith Black is the sole barrier to the success of his mission—and not even Wyatt’s legendary seduction skills can penetrate her deep cover.
Faith’s psychic gifts make her one of the world’s most dangerous women—but she hides a secret pain she shares with no one. Until Wyatt. And Faith has an agenda of her own: using her unique powers to save someone close to her—a move that pits her against a man she thought she’d never see again. For as a deadly hurricane is unleashed across the eastern seaboard, desire reignites between Faith and Wyatt, exposing secrets that thrust them both into harm’s way. With the hurricane sweeping closer—and their erotic hunger for each other growing—these two wary hearts must come together to heal, to trust . . . and to harness the power of a storm that could consume everything in its path.
POWER. PLEASURE. DANGER. IT DOESN’T GET ANY HOTTER THAN THIS.
He came to the underground London club for a night of extreme sex play with the enigmatic “Mistress Rik”. But the Special Agent known as Trance is really on a search-and-rescue mission to keep her alive. Part predator, Ulrika “Rik” Jaegar possesses feral powers that make her a danger to others–and to herself. That’s why the Agency for Covert Rare Operatives (ACRO) wants to recruit her to their side….To do so, Trance will have to pull off the impossible: capture and control Rik, both woman and beast.
On the run from the deadly agency that changed her into a pleasure-seeking shape shifter, Rik uses sex to rein in her own raging desires. Operating on pure instinct, she trusts no one…especially the magnificent alpha male with the power to seduce her into submission. An undercover agent with unique hypnotic gifts, Trance is surprised by his instinct to hold Rik and keep her safe — but he has a job to do. And as he hunts her down, as Rik and Trance are thrust into the ultimate game of domination and submission, they’ll enter a place where surrender is their sole hope of survival — and the only thing that can tame the wild beast in both of them…
EXTREME HEAT. EXTREME HUNGER. A JUNGLE EDEN ABLAZE WITH TEMPTATION..
Shockwaves shoot through the Agency for Covert Rare Operatives (ACRO) when horrific video surfaces from the Brazilian rain forest. A team of Navy SEALs has been nearly wiped out by something sinister and superhuman. Now ACRO agents Sela Kahne and Marlena West head to the world’s most unforgiving jungle in pursuit of a mythical monstrosity with a taste for human blood. And the only path that will take them to the creature runs through two men, each hiding his own dark secret.
Sela is an expert on cryptozoology with a sideline skill that could prove invaluable: when she makes love to a man, she engulfs his innermost thoughts. Teamed with Marlena, Sela makes contact with the lone SEAL survivor, Chance McCormack. Meanwhile Logan Mills, the man who rescued Chance, leads his private company on a hunt that has nothing to do with saving lives. Soon, Sela will put her supernatural charms to work on Logan, determined to extract information about the creature they are seeking. But in this sweat-drenched realm of danger and deception, Logan is more than just a passive target. He has the power to lead a highly-trained seducer into a jungle without any rules, without any limits—and no end to the heat.
HIS MISSION WAS TO TAKE HER OUT.
BUT DESIRE GOT IN THE WAY.
A product of genetic manipulation, Melanie Milan shares a body with her malevolent sister Phoebe. A sleek, blonde predator with a heart of pure darkness, Phoebe puts their body through the wicked underbelly of sex for thrills—when she’s not igniting her pyrokinetic skills for an evil organization bent on taking over the world. Melanie rarely gets out to play—much less fall in love. But that changes when rival ARCO agent Stryker Wills shows up, with a mission to take out the woman who torched his partner.

An operative with rare abilities, Stryker soon realizes that the woman he’s about to kill isn’t the murderous fire starter he’s hunting. But he does want her. Melanie, with the power to ice anything in her path, is heating things up in ways that are setting his blood on fire. As long as Melanie stays in control, she is his best ally to bring down her sister and stop hellish havoc from being unleashed. Walking a tightrope of longing and hate, Stryker and Melanie begin to understand that true power lies in sweet surrender to each other, to the fire between them, to the erotic adventure that’s joined their hearts and abilities to become their salvation—and perhaps the world’s.

Interview & Giveaway with Em Petrova

Hi Em, Welcome to For the Love of Books.  Thank you for taking the time to sit down and talk with me.
For The Love of Books: Please tell us a little about yourself
EM: I’m a multi-published erotic romance author, wife and mother of four. I make my nest in backwoods Pennsylvania where I am lucky enough to submerge myself in my imaginary worlds. I consider myself a publishing whore and have books from several publishers including Red Sage, Breathless Press, Loose Id, Ellora’s Cave, Etopia Press, Decadent Publishing and some anthologies from Sizzler. Also I have a new book coming October 1 under the pen name Em Peters—a mainstream paranormal called Moon Child from Whiskey Creek Press.
FLB: I read on your blog that you wrote your 1st book at the age of 12.  So it is safe to say that you always wanted to be an author?
EM: I never dreamed I could become an author. I was raised to see the practical side of life and though my family encouraged creative outlet, I never once thought I could make a career of it. A few years ago I realized writing had become my passion and I decided to make it a goal to be published.

FLB: Tell us about Deux

EM: Deux is about finding love in an unusual place at a time in a woman’s life when she least expects it. A lonely divorcee Margot falls for a happily married woman named Jane who seeks the missing component in her life. This is the first book of The French Kiss Chronicles and is available from Breathless Press. Deux:  http://www.breathlesspress.org/Book/305

FLB: Tell us about Trois

EM: Trois is Book Two of The French Kiss Chronicles. The story of Margot and Jane is continued when Jane’s husband demands a taste of the women’s decadent pleasure. This book has been Miz Love’s top read and a Night Owl Romance Top Pick. You can find it here.
FLB: What is up next in this series?


EM: QUATRE is the third book. In French quatre means “four.” I bet you can imagine what’s in store with this book! It will be released October from Breathless Press.


FLB: Can you tell us about your current work in progress? 

EM: Oooh, yes, I love talking about this book! It’s a ménage a trios called BLOWN DOWN with two hunky logger heroes and the sexy boss who torments them. It’s set in rural Pennsylvania, which is close to my heart since it’s my stomping ground. Who wouldn’t love chainsaw-wielding studs?

FLB: I love to know what is in authors To Read Pile… What is in yours?
EM: As an author, I love to support my fellow authors. In my to-be-read pile is The Lothario Series from Red Sage author Roz Lee as well as Suzanne Rock’s Immortal Realm Series from Red Sage. I recently finished Gem Sivad’s “Quincy’s Woman” from Ellora’s Cave. And next on my list is JoAnne Kenrick’s “When a Mullo Loves a Woman” from Decadent Publishing. Can’t wait to dig into these hot reads!
FLB: Who would you say is your favorite author? Or who do you look up to most?
EM: Hands down my favorite author is Anne Rice. I adore her rich worlds and intricate plots. I strive to create a bit of macabre in all my books in her honor.

FLB: How do you come up with the ideas for your stories?
EM: My characters speak to me first. I clean houses part-time for extra cash and you wouldn’t believe who pops up while I’m vacuuming, scrubbing and dusting. I listen to my characters for a few days before I uncover their secret desires. At that point the plots usually reveal themselves to me. Mindless work really does breed great plot twists!
FLB: What are your writing rituals? Anything you have to have while writing?
EM: I’d love to say I write hot sex in a silky bathrobe with a glass of Zinfandel at my elbow, but with four kids I carve time out of the day any way I can. In fact, author Suzanne Rock and I have a couple free workshops about this very subject coming up at the Coffee Time Romance yahoo loop and during the Savvy Authors Summer Symposium. Our class is called “Writing Sex Scenes When You’re Not Feeling Sexy.” It offers tips on adding spice to your writing during those humdrum periods of your life. I’d love to see you all there! You can learn more about this at http://smolderingheat.wordpress.com
FLB: Is there anything else you would like to add?
EM: Thank you so much for your time today. I enjoy hearing from readers, so please leave comments! Yes, you can ask anything!
FLB: Thank you Em for taking time to sit down with me.   I look forward to reading your next book


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Coach Tour with Jessica E Subject



KLB presents the Coach Tour with Jessica E Subject. 
10 days 10 Blogs
4 chances to win.

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Celestial Seduction
by Jessica E Subject 

At the end of his obligated commitment to the Space Service, Frey Berger decides to stay on Earth to further experience human emotions rather than return to Ginnun where his intended has already mated with another. Looking for real love and someone to accept him for what he is, Frey enlists in Madame Evangeline’s popular dating service. Although he does not understand the concept of a one-night stand, he hopes to find his perfect mate.

Carrie Cooper’s husband divorced her for someone who could provide him with children, leaving her with little self-confidence and no desire to let a man hurt her again. Her best friend convinces her to join a dating service, claiming Carrie needs to get laid, while not winding up with a broken heart since her date requires no commitment after the night is over.

Although several misunderstandings nearly derail them before the date has even begun, Carrie and Frey end up becoming closer than they ever believed possible. Still, Frey will need to convince Carrie that her perfect mate isn’t human at all, and that one night can lead to a forever love. 



My Thoughts: 

This was a fun story… Although I am a little creeped out by Frey, true identity.  But if Carrie is good with it who am I to complain.  I do have to say that this was a super short, but very entertaining read. So I won’t give you anymore details then the blurb above. But if you are looking for a good, fun, short read I would recommend you check out Jessica’s book. 



You can learn more about Jessica & her book here: 

Jessica’s Website: http://www.markofthestars.com/wp/ 
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Review of Taboo by Leslie Dicken


When two strangers meet by chance, their shared ecstasy challenges cultural differences and changes the course of their future.
Two societies have lived apart on a remote planet for generations. At the top of the Dwelling live the Aerotaun, people who have built wings to help them fly. The bottom is occupied by the Marimar, hearty swimmers who live and feed by the sea. Because of the mystery surrounding their ancestors’ landing, suspicions and distrust thrive between the cultures.
Until a taboo encounter occurs on an isolated beach.
Ariana, an Aerotaun, cannot resist the seductive allure of the forbidden Andreus. Their few days alone ignite sexual exploration and uninhibited ecstasy. But when Ariana finally learns the shocking secret about their purpose on the planet, she must decide if her heart belongs with her people or the sexy Marimar.
My thoughts:

This story takes you on a journey of two people that find that even if you are from two different cultures you are not really as different as you might think. 
Ariana & Andreus are tested on every step of this journey.  Whether it is fear of trying something new, the fear of the unknown, or the fear of never feeling what they feel for each other again.   
My only complaint would be that the story ended all too soon for me.  Leslie did a great job of sucking me into this world of the Top Dwellers and the Bottom Dwellers and just when we learn something big the story ends. I do hope that Leslie will continue this story. I really want to know what happens next…

WINNERS!!!!!

We have WINNERS
The winner of Laura Kaye’s e-copy of Hearts in Darkness is 
JoAnna
The winner of Zoe Winters Save my Soul is 
Natasha
Winner have been contacted
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Guest Blog with Gweena Sebastian & Giveaway

For the Love of Books has let Gweena Sebastian take over the blog today.  Gweena is a writer of military romances about gay lovers.  
The floor is all yours Gweena, 


It’s a character flaw
I get into some pretty spirited conversations with writing friends of mine when it comes to the topic of character. Let’s just say I’m a bit passionate about it. I love a lively debate, especially when we don’t agree on character and what he or she would do. I find it fascinating to see another person’s reason for arriving at why a character would or wouldn’t do something and why I may see it entirely differently.
When it comes to my writing, I’m even more passionate. I’m a character writer, my stories come from that angle and it’s the only way I know how to write. I need my characters layered and rich, with back stories, emotions and flaws. Especially flaws. My characters have all kinds of faults and flaws.
But let’s face it, who in this world is perfect? And perfection to me means tedium. It’s highly overrated in my opinion.
To date, probably my most flawed character is from my first novel, Lost and Found. Mark Connor is a former Vietnam veteran who comes with a boatload of issues. He’s an alcoholic and smoker who makes no effort to hide his bitterness or anger with the world in general. He’s also gay. He’s controversial as I found out through various reviews. People either really liked Mark and rooted for him in the hopes that he would eventually accept happiness when it’s offered to him, or they absolutely hated him. Either way, I consider it a win. Why? Because he was being talked about. They’re talking about a character I created and I couldn’t be more flattered.
Some characters seem to be a bit flat at first blush. But if you take the time to get to know them and see what motivates them, you find yourself looking past the surface noise and seeing what’s really going on underneath. Sometimes it takes another person’s angle on that character to wake you up to the possibilities.
I don’t want easy characters. What I do want are characters who invoke a host of emotions and make you think. Even if you don’t necessarily like someone like Mark Connor, I want you to appreciate and understand where he comes from and why. There’s nothing neat and clean about him. He’s a lot of raw and sharp edges and I made him that way deliberately. But under all of that he is a man who is still grieving over losing the love of his life, even forty years later.
I feel the best stories are those that are character driven. In my case, I tend to come up with the character and let him tell me his story. What happens, how it happens, why it happens and how he reacts to it is all based in what makes up that character.
How many of you get attached to a character on a television show? Come on, you know what I mean. You feel like you know him or her, inside and out, what they will say or do next. Then something happens that has you dumbfounded, confused and mouth hanging open because the character you thought you knew did something completely out-of-character. You know what I’m talking about. It’s what you’re ranting about the next day with your friends, saying how the hell did that happen? It’s just not right, what were they thinking?
You’ve ‘invested’ in that character and then someone changes it up and they didn’t consult you about it first. Uh huh. I’ve been there too. But it’s got you talking and more than likely you aren’t the only one. And there it is, the character debate I mentioned at the beginning.
The best characters are the ones that make people talk, because that means they make you think. That’s a good thing in my opinion. If I can motivate you to talking about a character like Mark, then I’ve done my job.
Giveaway Time
What you might ask?  How about an ecopy of Gweena’s new book

Blurb for VN2- my new novel available July 29th, 2011

Ian Davidson is a Truebred, son of a general and a soldier uncomfortably destined for an officer’s role in the military. Worse, he’s got a gift; he can read other’s thoughts and feel their emotions. His father has used him and it to get ahead in his own career despite the fact that Ian can’t quiet the voices in his own head. But when the Bond chooses Nathan as his mate, the pain ebbs and the voices cease. If only he could be sure bonding with Nate doesn’t mean he’s going to be controlled by a partner as much as he’s been controlled by his father, and his destiny…

Several months ago, Sergeant Nathan Williams lost his Bond partner in battle and along with it, his will to live. But a trip to the local recreation hub for black market supplies buys him more than he bargains for – a Bond with a new partner, Lieutenant Ian Davidson. There is something about Ian that forces Nathan to believe that the Bond between them could be stronger than his previous one. If only he can convince Ian to give in and give the Bond a chance.

When Nathan is captured on VN2, the worst post in existence, Ian is forced into new territory that he is not familiar with – the leadership of a reluctant special forces unit and his newly discovered feelings for Nathan. The struggle to accept the Bond spills into the battlefield, and Nathan is pushed to the brink with memories of his old Bond. It becomes sexual tension hell when event after event threatens to tear the couple a part when both wants nothing more than to tear each others clothes off.


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Winner of Trinity by Deena Remiel’s ebook of Trinty is: Supru
Winner of Stephanie Julian’s ebook Grace in Moonlight is: Megan
Winner of Camryn Rhys’ ebook The Barn Dance is : Natasha
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Review & Giveaway of The Unwilling Bride by Candy Little

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Beautiful and high-spirited Caitlin Gallagher has no desire to be married. When she’s forced into an arranged marriage, she vows to loathe the man. Her anger is kindled even more when she finds out he was born in England. Her family was forced to flee Ireland and move to America because of the war with England. Now this Englishman is stripping her freedom away. Dillon Cade is her enemy twice! 

Gentle Dillon Cade has lived a quiet life for thirteen years in Norfolk, Virginia. When he agrees to marry a young maiden so she can stay in America while her parents are deported back to Ireland, he gets more than he bargains for. As he uses his newspaper to fight President Adams’ sedition acts and help Thomas Jefferson get elected, he must also deal with an unwilling bride, who now disturbs his peaceful life. 

Can Caitlin work through her anger, finding faith in God and love in Dillon’s arms? Can Dillon tolerate her behavior long enough to win her trust?




Guest Reviewer Natasha’s Thoughts: 

First off let me just say WOW!! This is the first historical romance I have ever read, and I sure wasn’t prepared for it!! As an avid history buff, I loved the setting and writing style. It was a fascinating read. I have to say that I have no idea how Dillon put up with Caitlin for so long. She is down right nasty, immature and mean at every turn. I hated her for so long and then all of a sudden I loved her. I have no idea how this author was able to make me forget all the terrible things Caitlin said and did; then turn her around into an amazing character. I laughed in this book, and I cried. Caitlin is so headstrong, stubborn and defiant. She is certainly a force to be reckoned with and will never bend to anyone’s will. Her passion and strong mind are such an admiration when she uses them in the right way.
Dillon is the most patient, loving husband. He does everything to indulge and care for his wife and gets put down and berated at every turn. Yet he pushes on and vows to make Caitlin love him. Man did he have his work cut out for him. It was such a rocky road for these two, with obstacles, hatred and so much tragedy standing in their way. The author also incorporated other stories of love and loss along with Dillon and Caitlin and I loved that. It showed the lives of everyone around them and how they all fit together. Although I will say that some of these characters actions left me thinking “Really?? Who the heck does something like that?” but it all falls into place in time. It really was a great read, and really opened my eyes to historical romances and how intriguing they can be.
Thanks so much to Kelly for allowing me to read this awesome story and allowing me to write my thoughts on it!!

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Happy Release day to Lisa Renee Jones on book 3 of The Masters Series

The Masters #1 Taste of Pleasure
Harlequin Spice Briefs (June 1, 2011)
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Eight years ago, Sarah Michaels locked eyes with Ryan White at a sinful sex club. His dominant presence exuded erotic promises and aroused part of Sarah that she didn’t recognize. But Ryan was her family’s chief rival in the candy business, the very definition of forbidden fruit.

Since that night, Sarah has tried to deny that she wants what Ryan offers, that she actually wants to be dominated. Yet she can’t stop fantasizing about him. When Ryan invites her to his elite club where power and pleasure go hand-in-hand, the temptation to explore her suppressed desires is too strong to resist. Is she ready to give up control to Ryan—a man who might never give it back?
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The Masters #2: BOUND AND PLEASURED Harlequin Spice Briefs (July 1, 2011)
ISBN-ebook: 978-1-426-87887-9


Three years ago, Darla Rogers’s ex, Jacob Remington, left on a top secret Special Forces mission and didn’t return—at least, not to her. They had broken up after he pushed her to the erotic edge, asking her to trust him completely…and she pushed him away.

Now Jacob is back, revealing his membership in a secret society that enjoys games of dominance and submission. This time, Darla is determined prove she belongs in his world. Even if that means embracing her darkest desires with Jacob and the society’s leader….

The Masters #3: Exposed and Pleasured
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Harlequin Spice Briefs (August 1, 2011)
Book store owner Kim Baker has a serious crush on Dr. Blake Morgan—an attraction that only gets stronger when he shows her an erotic book and invites her on a night of sensual exploration at his private club, the Society.
She’s drawn to his sense of power and dominant sexuality…and can’t help but fantasize about being controlled by him in every way. But as Blake teaches Kim to claim her pleasure and lose her inhibitions, he may be the one in danger of losing control….




My thoughts: 
if you are looking for a short story that is hot and spicing and leaves you wanting more.. Come check out what The Masters have to offer.. 


In celebration of my pal Lisa’s release of book three of her The Master’s series I am going to be purchase all three books and giveaway the whole series (3 short e-stories) to one person. Yes, one lucky person will win all three of these short stories…

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Giveaway will stay open until August 5th
Winner Announced Aug 8th


Thea Harrison’s Elder Races Series & giveaway

Half-human and half-wyr, Pia Giovanni spent her life keeping a low profile among the wyrkind and avoiding the continuing conflict between them and their dark Fae enemies. But after being blackmailed into stealing a coin from the hoard of a dragon, Pia finds herself targeted by one of the most powerful – and passionate – of the Elder races.

As the most feared and respected of the Wyrkind, Dragos Cuelebre cannot believe someone had the audacity to steal from him, much less succeed. And when he catches the thief, Dragos spares her life, claiming her as his own to further explore the desire they’ve ignited in each other.

Pia knows she must repay Dragos for her trespass, but refuses to become his slave – although she cannot deny wanting him, body and soul

Able to wield thunder and lightning, Wyr sentinel Tiago Black Eagle has ruled the skies for centuries. His massive build and thunderous power make him one of the Wyr’s best weapons. And he’s the one sent to protect Tricks, heir to the Dark Fae throne, when she’s almost assassinated in Chicago. Soon Tiago and Tricks will fall prey to the stormy hunger that engulfs them-a passion that will shake the very foundation of all the worlds.

In order to save his friend’s life, Wyr sentinel Rune Ainissesthai made a bargain with Vampyre Queen Carling—without knowing what she would ask from him in return. But when Rune attempts to make good on his debt, he finds a woman on the edge.

Recently, Carling’s Power has become erratic, forcing her followers to flee in fear. Despite the danger, Rune is drawn to the ailing Queen and decides to help her find a cure for the serpent’s kiss—the vampyric disease that’s killing her.

With their desire for each other escalating just as quickly as Carling’s instability spirals out of control, the sentinel and the Queen will have to rely on each other if they have any hope of surviving the serpent’s kiss…




Oracle’s Moon (Elder Races #4) 



This is new… A giveaway on SINsational Saturday… 
but Yes I have some Trading Card to giveaway.



Thea was beyond AWESOME and gave me 5 sets of trading cards
to share with my wonderful follower.. 


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Just tell me which cover you love the most.

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I will pick five winners from all those who comment… 

I will leave this giveaway open until August 5th 
Winner announced August 8th (<<—- that is a really good day)

To Celebrate National Talk In Elevator Day, I am hosting an Interview & 2 (yes 2!) Giveaways with Laura Kaye

[See down below for TWO separate giveaway opportunities!]


Kelly: I walk into the building and head towards the elevator. I hit the button and wait.  The elevator doors open, and I walk in, hit the button to the top floor. The doors close and someone taps me on the shoulder *GASP* I whirl around and see Laura Kaye laughing at me…

Kelly: Good Lord, give a girl a heart attack much? *gasping for air, trying to slow my heart down* 

Laura: Sorry, didn’t mean to startle you, Kelly! Gee, I sure hope you’re not scared of elevators. I just wanted to say hi.

Kelly: *laughs* Well, hello yourself! Thanks for doing this interview today with For the Love of Books. But, Laura, what you are doing in the elevator?  I thought we were meeting up on the top floor?

Laura: Change of venue! Today is National Talk in an Elevator Day, so it seems more appropriate to meet here, don’t you think?

Kelly: Alright then, let’s talk about Hearts in Darkness.

Laura: I’d love to! Hearts in Darkness is my debut contemporary romance about two strangers who find acceptance and dare to find love while trapped for four hours in a pitch-black elevator. Here’s the blurb:

Makenna James thinks her day can’t get any worse, until she finds herself stuck in a pitch-black elevator with a complete stranger. Distracted by a phone call and juggling too much stuff, the pin-striped accountant caught only a glimpse of a dragon tattoo on his hand before the lights went out.


Caden Grayson is amused when a redhead literally falls at his feet. His amusement turns to panic when the power fails. Despite his piercings, tats, and vicious scar, he’s terrified of the dark and confined spaces. Now, he’s trapped in his own worst nightmare.

To fight fear, they must both reach out and open up. With no preconceived notions based on looks to hold them back, they discover just how much they have in common. In the warming darkness, attraction grows and sparks fly, but will they feel the same when the lights come back on?


Kelly: How did you come up with this story?

Laura: Two things provided inspiration for this story. First, I work in a building where the elevator fails. A lot. I’ve only been stuck in it once, for about a minute, but it’s not unusual for it to stop working every couple weeks. Second, I was playing the “what if” game with myself—a great source of story inspiration—and asked What if two opposites got trapped together somewhere? And what if one of them was claustrophobic or scared of the dark? It all clicked together pretty quick after that!

Kelly: *looks around* Do you know why this elevator is taking so long?

Laura: *shrugs* I’m sure it’ll start up sooner or later. Don’t worry. Shouldn’t be more than, oh, four hours to so…

Kelly: Hmm. Too bad Caden’s not here, then. *blushes*

Laura: *chuckles and nods* Amen to that. *long, dreamy sigh*

Kelly: Have we seen the last of Caden & MJ?

Laura: How about a really unhelpful answer? *laughs* Probably! I definitely plan to write a free read that will be available through my publisher, The Wild Rose Press, but I probably will not write any additional novella-length stories about them. Sorta pains me to say that, but I’m pretty certain their story’s told.

Kelly: Tell me a little about your other books Forever Freed and Just Gotta Say.

Laura: *sits down* Might as well get comfortable. *Kelly sits too* 

Well, Forever Freed is my debut paranormal romance, novel-length, about a reclusive, empathic vampire who falls in love with the woman he planned to kill and her young daughter, then must fight his ancient guilt, bloodlust, lie by omission and an old vampire rival that threatens everything he holds dear. It was the first novel I wrote and the first I sold, and will always hold a special place in my heart! 
Just Gotta Say is my debut erotic romance. It’s a contemporary ménage a quatres about a woman who plays out a particular fantasy with her guy roommates, hoping that being with all of them won’t jeopardize her long-term chance of being with the one she wants the most. Forever Freed is available now in print and ebook, and Just Gotta Say will be out in the early fall as an ebook.


Kelly: So Hearts in Darkness is Contemporary, Forever Freed is Paranormal and Just Gotta Say is Erotic. Which genre is your favorite to write?


Laura: My first love is paranormal romance. It’s what I most love to read and most identify with as a writer. However, I enjoy writing in multiple genres. I never sit down to write one or the other—the characters appear in my head, start talking to me, and as I get to know them, the type of story emerges. I have two series releasing late this year, and they’re both paranormal (one’s a contemporary fantasy romance based on Greek mythology, and the other’s a dark paranormal story that takes me back to my vampire roots!).

Kelly: *I still don’t think we’ve moved. Really must be trapped. Gulp* What are you currently working on?

Laura: Right now, I’m working on book two in my Hearts of the Anemoi series, a four-book contemporary fantasy romance series about directional wind gods the Greeks associated with the seasons. Book 1, called North of Need, releases on November 1. Book 2, my current work in progress, is called West of Want, and releases March 2012.

Kelly: Are any of these other stories set in elevators?

Laura: No, but we won’t hold that against them! *winks*

Kelly: Thank you Laura for taking time out of your busy schedule to hang out with me in this damn elevator and answer some questions.

Laura: Any time. Just name an elevator, and I’ll be there!

Kelly: What do you say we do a giveaway to one lucky person?

Laura: I’d say that’s a great idea. So, in addition to the Treasure Hunt giveaway—see the details below—one commenter who shares a story about talking to a stranger in an elevator (preferably TODAY, but we’ll be flexible!) will win a free ebook of Hearts in Darkness! Comments through 7/30 12 noon PST.

Kelly: Good, now let me out of this elevator. *Laura pushes a button and the doors open* How’d you do that?

Laura: I have a special relationship with elevators. *laughs*

Kelly: You trapped me in here on purpose?

Laura: *laughing her ass off*

Kelly: It’s a good thing I like you…. *walks away shaking head, takes about five steps and turns around*  Hey Laura, why don’t you tell the folks about your Treasure Hunt…….. 

HINT: the secret word looks like this picture. But is hidden somewhere on my page.


Two strangers. Four hours. One pitch-black elevator.

It’s National Talk in an Elevator Day (seriously!) and what better day to celebrate Hearts in Darkness?  This top-rated contemporary romance is about two strangers who find acceptance and dare to find love while trapped for four hours in a pitch-black elevator.

And, did you know…???

Hearts in Darkness is the #4 Top-Rated
Kindle Contemporary Romance on Amazon?

So, we’re celebrating all this elevator-related goodness with a Treasure Hunt Giveaway! Here’s how to play:

1) Find the hidden word on each of the participating sites, usually 1 page off the main page
2) Keep track of the sites/words as you search
3) Email your findings to laurakayepromotions AT gmail DOT com and put Treasure Hunt in the subject heading. Entries accepted through 12 noon PST Saturday 7/30!

What can you win???

GRAND PRIZE: $50 AMAZON GIFT CERTIFICATE
FIRST RUNNER-UP: $20 DIGIBOOKS CAFÉ GIFT CERTIFICATE W/20% OFF CODE
SECOND RUNNER-UP: BAG OF HEARTS swag bag

Here’s where the treasure is buried:

4) MyVampFiction www.myvampfiction.com
9) Author Sarah Grimm http://www.authorsarahgrimm.blogspot.com
10) Author Sharon Buchbinder www.sharonbuchbinder.com/blog


When you’re done, stop over to Laura’s own blog for another fun giveaway opportunity!

Yet Another Giveaway
Thanks for reading and playing! And don’t forget to comment for the giveaway here!
For the Love of Books is giveaway a e-copy of Laura’s Book Heart in Darkness. 
This giveaway (and this one ONLY) will be open until August 1st. Winner announced Aug 3rd.


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Laura is a multi-published author of paranormal, contemporary and erotic romance with five books releasing in 2011

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