Audiobook Lovin’ Presents: Guest Blogger Tessa Bailey

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Good morning all!!  Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses have author Tessa Bailey on the blog today! She answers our question of her involvement with the casting of her audio books. Check out her response below, take a listen to the audio clips and remember to enter the giveaway!

 

There are only two books of mine where I got to be involved in the audiobook creation process. UNFIXABLE and BAITING THE MAID OF HONOR. The narrator for UNFIXABLE was a woman (since the book is all from the heroine’s point of view) and she contacted me, wanting to learn more about my character. I told her the heroine was sarcastic, humorous and insecure. She totally nailed it. The book takes place in Ireland, so she had to put on an Irish accent and I think she did a pretty incredible job of being authentic, too.

BAITING THE MAID OF HONOR really has a great audiobook, as well. The narrator is a classically trained actor and he did a brilliant job of capturing my heroine’s southern accent and bringing a different flavor to the hero. I was super satisfied with the results and hope I get to be involved again soon in this process!

 

UNFIXABLE

Audible Link: https://www.audible.com/pd/Romance/Unfixable-Audiobook/B00TYUG4H0

Audiobook Publisher: Audible Studios
BAITING THE MAID OF HONOR

Audible Link: https://www.audible.com/pd/Romance/Baiting-the-Maid-of-Honor-Audiobook/B00S5BXRZG

Audiobook Publisher: Audible Studios

 

highres-MJB_5140.jpgTessa Bailey is originally from Carlsbad, California. The day after high school graduation, she packed her yearbook, ripped jeans and laptop, driving cross-country to New York City in under four days.

Her most valuable life experiences were learned thereafter while waitressing at K-Dees, a Manhattan pub owned by her uncle. Inside those four walls, she met her husband, best friend and discovered the magic of classic rock, managing to put herself through Kingsborough Community College and the English program at Pace University at the same time. Several stunted attempts to enter the work force as a journalist followed, but romance writing continued to demand her attention.

She now lives in Long Island, New York with her husband of nine years and five-year-old daughter. Although she is severely sleep-deprived, she is incredibly happy to be living her dream of writing about people falling in love.

Learn more about Tessa and her books here: Website | Facebook AmazonTantor Audio PageAudibleInstagram

 

 

 

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Tessa is giving away a signed copy of TOO HOT TO HANDLE (open to everyone). 

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Audiobook Lovin’ Presents: A spotlight feature on Justine Eyre

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses are super excited to feature Justine Eyre on the blog today!! Justine is an amazing narrator! I have loved all the audio books that she has read to me. It is my pleasure to introduce Justine to you and give you a few audio clips of her work. 

 

Justine EyreJustine Eyre is a classically trained actress who has narrated nearly one hundred audiobooks. With a prestigious Audie Award and three AudioFile Earphones Awards under her belt, Justine is multilingual and is known for her great facility with accents. She has appeared on stage in leading roles in King Lear and The Crucible, and has starring roles in four indie films. Her recent television credits include Two and a Half Men and Mad Men.

You can find Justine at Goodreads | Audible | Tantor

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Audiobook Lovin’ Presents 1001 Dark Nights

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses are excited to share with you a few audio clips from the 1001 Dark Nights series!!  Happy listening. 

 

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Audiobook Lovin’ Week Two Recap

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If you missed any of week two of Audiobook Lovin’ Month here is your weekly recap!!!

 

June 5th

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents Kelly’s Top 5!!!

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents: Sylvain Reynard – Guest Post

June 6th 

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents out interview with Kendra Elliot

Audiobook Lovin Presents: We said we’d listen to anything…….

June 7th 

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents a spotlight feature of Donna Grant

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents: Gabra Zackman’s Top 5 Favorite Things About Being a Narrator

June 8th 

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents a spotlight feature for Lia Davis

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents: Lorelei King’s Top 5 Reasons Why Being An Audiobook Narrator ROCKS

June 9th

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents Guest Blogger: Melanie Harlow

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents: Aprilynne Pike – Guest Post

Audiobook Lovin’ Presents Guest Blogger: Melanie Harlow

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses are please to allow Melanie Harlow to take over Books-n-Kisses blog for the day.  But first let me introduce you to Ms. Harlow. 


Harlow Headshot ColorMelanie Harlow likes her heels high, her martini dry, and her history with the naughty bits left in. In addition to AFTER WE FALL,  she’s the author of MAN CANDY, IF YOU WERE MINE, the HAPPY CRAZY LOVE series (contemporary romance), the FRENCHED series (contemporary romance) and the SPEAK EASY duet (historical romance). She writes from her home outside of Detroit, where she lives with her husband, two daughters, and one insane rabbit.

You can learn more about Melanie and her books here:  Website | Facebook | Amazon | Audible


Melanie, the blog is all yours!!! 

 

5 Fun Facts about the Happy Crazy Love Series

1) The first book in the series, Some Sort of Happy, and the character of Sebastian was inspired by a spoken-word poem called “OCD” by poet Neil Hilborn. You can watch it here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnKZ4pdSU-s

2) Some Sort of Happy was also inspired by Postmodern Jukebox’s cover of “Creep” (originally by Radiohead). I listened to this song constantly while writing the story! Watch the video here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m3lF2qEA2cw

3) Some Sort of Crazy was inspired almost entirely by the cover photo (of model Brandyn Farrell). I saw it, fell in love with it, bought it (even though I could barely afford it at the time), and wrote the character of Miles to match the personality that came through in the picture! Amazing what good photography can convey!

4) The idea for Some Sort of Love was inspired by a conversation I had with a thirty-five-year-old (also hot and bearded) single dad. I also interviewed eight moms of kids with autism, and their stories truly made the book better. I love hearing from parents of special needs kids who have read the book and related to Levi’s journey.

5) The cover model for Some Sort of Love, Franggy Yanez, is also a photographer, and he took the awesome photo of Brandyn Farrell that I put on the cover of Some Sort of Crazy! Talk about gorgeous and talented!

 

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Audiobook Lovin’ Presents a spotlight feature for Lia Davis

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses are happy to have Lia Davis on the blog today!!!  She brought with her a free read from her Ashwood Falls series!! 

Lia DavisLia Davis is the author of the bestselling shifter series, Ashwood Falls, a mother to two young adults and three kitties, a wife to her soul mate, and co-owner to Fated Desires Publishing, LLC. She and her family live in Northeast Florida battling hurricanes and very humid summers. But it’s her home and she loves it!

An accounting major, Lia has always been a dreamer with a very active imagination. The wheels in her head never stop. She ventured into the world of writing and publishing in 2008 and loves it more than she imagined. Writing is stress reliever that allows her to go off in her corner of the house and enter into another world that she created, leaving real life where it belongs.

Her favorite things are spending time with family, traveling, reading, writing, chocolate, coffee, nature and hanging out with her kitties.

You can find Lia at  Website | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Goodreads | Audible

 

Gift of Winter

An Ashwood Falls free read

Danica Welsh lit the last candle around the living room and scanned the small cabin as she bit her bottom lip. She never thought she’d be celebrating the first year anniversary of her mating. Hell she never dreamed she’d find a mate. A year ago she lived in this very cabin, which was located on the edge of the den, far enough away that she could be alone.

Now she was mated to a wonderful, caring, and loyal human male that she’d surrendered her heart and soul to.

Nevan was her world. He’d also brought her out of her self-pity and made her see that her scars weren’t what everyone saw when they looked at her. Accepting that fact, she gave up on hiding out from her Pack and work toward healing. Shay’s magickal potions helped bring back some of the feeling in her hand, making it possible for Dani to work as she was born to. As the leopard Pack Healer.

There was only one thing missing in her life.

After this weekend, she hoped to quiet that little nagging voice of her leopard…and her mother-in-law.

Her cell rang, making her jump. She picked it up from the kitchen counter and smiled at the name on the screen.

Shay. Her best friend.

“Hello, dear.”

“Hi! I’m so excited for you.”

Dani walked over to the couch and sat. “Well, I’m scared to death.”

“Don’t be. By the end of the weekend, every part of your body will ache in all the right ways.” Shay broke out into a fit of giggles.

Dani laughed. “What if he doesn’t want…?”

“Oh hush. He will. Don’t you ever doubt that. Now I called to give you a heads up. Nev is heading home early, which means you better be ready.”

Dani’s heart rate kicked up and the butterflies in her belly swarmed. “Okay. Thanks.”

“You will have a wonderful weekend with your mate. Stop worrying. I’ll see you on the flip side.”

Dani laughed again and said her good-byes to her bestie. She couldn’t imagine a life without her friends and extended family. Yet, she longed for a family of her own. Until now, she didn’t think it would ever be possible.

Nevan changed all that. Now it was her turn to gift him with something.

A family.

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Nevan entered his home expecting his mate to greet him like she did every day, but the house was silent.

“Dani,” he called out, then walked farther into the living room.

He was about to drop his keys on the coffee table when he noticed a note. Dread cut through him. He knew this was coming. She’d said she would be going through her heat cycle soon. A wave of sadness washed over him.

Dani had said before that she wasn’t ready for children and Nevan respected she wishes. It didn’t mean that he had to like it.

Picking up the note, he unfolded it and read.

Forget everything you think you know upon finding this note. First, I love you with my heart, soul, and body. You are my world and my hero. Second, I’m entering my heat cycle and will be at the cabin for the weekend.

If you dare to be ravished by a hormonal leopard for the next three days, come join me.

Love always,

Dani

Nevan’s heart stopped for a long moment. He reread the note several times before it really sank in. He stood and rushed to the door, flung it open, and jumped at the sight of Blaine standing on his front porch.

Nevan shook his head. “I have to go. Whatever it is can wait until Monday.” He paused and thought for a moment. “No make that Wednesday.”

Pushing his way past the Alpha, Nevan damn near ran down the porch steps and to his car. Only Blaine’s words stopped him half way there.

“I know a faster way to get to your female.”

This was the only time Nevan welcomed the chance to be teleported by Blaine. “How did you know?”

Blaine shrugged. “Shay told me.”

Nevan chuckled. “Figures. I love that sister of yours.”

Blaine smiled. “Yeah, me too. Even though she’s still a brat.”

Nevan shook his head and moved to stand next to the Alpha. Blaine gripped his bicep, then with a flash of white light they dematerialized.

Bracing one hand against a large oak, Nevan took deep, slow breaths. He’d never get use to teleportation. It was so disorienting that he felt ill for a few moments after.

He glanced at Blaine, then straightened to his full height. “I’m fine. You can leave now.”

Blaine gave a low chuckle as he flashed away.

Nevan stared at the small cabin where his new life started almost a year ago. He was about to start a new one. He took the steps two at a time and when he reached the door, it opened. His beautiful and amazing mate stood in a sheer black, floor-length night gown. Her strawberry blond hair hung loose around her shoulders.

She looked to the sky and sniffed the air. A wide smile spread across her face, enhancing her beauty even more. “Looks like we may be snowed in.”

He stepped into her, snaked an arm around her waist and tugged her to him so their bodies pressed together. Too bad he had his clothes on. “I like being snowed in with you.”

She didn’t speak, she just peered into his eyes. He could feel her nervousness and a hint of fear. “What is it?”

“Are you sure you want to start a family with me?”

He pulled his head back to study her features. “Of course. Why would you ever doubt that?”

She averted her gaze. “I don’t know. It’s not like you fought over my decision to wait.”

He wrapped both arms around her, walked her a few steps back, and closed the door behind them. “I didn’t want to push you. I figured we have another few hundred years. But I was going to start leaving hints around the house after the first century.”

She laughed and squeezed him tight. “I love you, Nevan Matthews.”

He kissed her quick and hard before replying. “I love you too, Danica Welsh-Mathews.”

 

 

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Audiobook Lovin’ presents a spotlight feature of Donna Grant

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses are happy to share with you a few audio clips from Donna Grant’s series. 

donna_grant_newNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Donna Grant has been praised for her “totally addictive” and “unique and sensual” stories. Her latest acclaimed series, Dark Kings, features a thrilling combination of dragons, Fae, and immortal Highlanders who are dark, dangerous, and irresistible. She lives with her two children and an assortment of animals in Texas.

You can learn more about Donna and her books here Website | Facebook | Twitter | Goodreads | Audible | Tantor

 

 

 

 

 

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Firestorm

Dark Kings #10

SCORCHED BY DESIRE

Dimitri lives to protect the secret of the Dragon Kings from the human race. Bound by a bond stronger than blood to the Kings, Dimitri uses his strength and prowess to defend a thousand-year-old secret. But when an oh-so-sexy, slightly absent-minded archaeologist wanders into his midst, Dimitri will have to give up his rules, and give in to desire…

When Dr. Faith Reynold stumbles upon an ancient skeleton that appears it comes from a dragon, she’s completely taken aback. A woman of science, there’s no way in her mind that this mythological creature can exist. But when a devilishly handsome man named Dimitri intercepts her path to uncovering the truth, Faith’s curiosity turns into all-consuming passion. She’s never felt this way about any man before. But when Dimitri reveals his biggest secret, can she learn to love the man—as well as the dragon within, in Firestorm, the next Dark Kings novel by New York Times bestselling author Donna Grant.

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Dark Alpha’s Lover

Reaper #4

There is no escaping a Reaper. I am an elite assassin, part of a brotherhood that only answers to Death. And when Death says your time is up, I am coming for you…

I answer to no one but Death. I am impenetrable, impervious, immortal. I exist to do Death’s bidding and no one–not Reaper nor human nor Fae–can stand in my way. Except for the bewitching half-Fae, Catriona. She swears the magic in her family passed her by, but I know better. This woman is strong. This woman is powerful. And when her abilities surge forth, no one will be able to stop the Dark Fae from coming for her. Except for me. I want to keep her close. I want to keep her safe. I want lose myself to her, again and again

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Audiobook Lovin’ presents out interview with Kendra Elliot

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses  where honored to sit down and chat with the amazingly talented Kendra Elliot!!  Also we wanted to wish Kendra a very a happy release day!!  Kendra’s newest novel A Merciful Truth, book two in her new Mercy Kirkpatrick series.

32885178-2Raised by a family of survivalists, FBI agent Mercy Kilpatrick can take on any challenge—even the hostile reception to her homecoming. But she’s not the only one causing chaos in the rural community of Eagle’s Nest, Oregon. At first believed to be teenage pranks, a series of fires takes a deadly turn with the murder of two sheriff’s deputies. Now, along with Police Chief Truman Daly, Mercy is on the hunt for an arsonist turned killer.

Still shunned by her family and members of the community, Mercy must keep her ear close to the ground to pick up any leads. And it’s not long before she hears rumors of the area’s growing antigovernment militia movement. If the arsonist is among their ranks, Mercy is determined to smoke the culprit out. But when her investigation uncovers a shocking secret, will this hunt for a madman turn into her own trial by fire?

Kendra Elliot-4621-Color-Lg.horiz.cropWith over three million books sold, Kendra Elliot is a three time winner of the Daphne du Maurier award for Romantic Suspense. She is also an International Thriller Writers’ finalist and a Romantic Times finalist. She grew up in the lush Pacific Northwest and still lives there with her husband, three daughters, three cats, and a Pomeranian. She’s always been fascinated with forensics, refuses to eat anything green, and can’t wait to someday wear flip flops every day.
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I now give you our interview!!  Enjoy


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Here is a clip of book one in the Mercy Kilpatrick series A Merciful Death 

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Audiobook Lovin’ presents Kelly’s Top 5!!!

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We ask this question of our guests all the time so it is only fair that I should have to answer this question also!!

So here are my Top 5 reasons I love audiobook

#5 Accessibility~As with portable, it is so easy for people to get audio books now.  You can buy them through Amazon, Audible, Tantor Media, Brilliance Audio, Recorded Books and so many other amazing places.  And for those who say “Audiobooks are to expenses” did you know that many of your local libraries have audiobooks?  And a lot have ways to download them to your smart device.  OH and if they don’t have the book you are looking for request it, because you can’t be the only one who wants to listen to that story.

#4 Impairment~ I love that audiobooks can give someone who may not be able to see or read for long periods of time a way to experience the world of books.  Audiobooks are also great for people who may have problems with actual reading.  I know a lot of people who don’t read because they are dyslexia.  Once the find audiobooks a whole new world is open to them.  And I have found that they are more willing to pick up a book and try to read.  Audiobooks are very powerful tools.

#3 More details~ I don’t know about you.  But when I read I tend to skip over a word, a sentence and sometimes a whole paragraph.  With Audiobooks you are forced to listen to every word of the book.

#2 Make time fly~Making that long car ride or commute more bare able.  I found this out first hand driving home from San Fransisco a few weeks ago.  My eight hour trip flew by with the help of author Patricia Briggs’ Frost Touch (LOVE Mercy & Adam) and the amazingly talented narattor Lorelei King

#1 That extra something~ Takes a novel to a whole different level for me.  There is nothing better then a well written story  and you have an amazing narrator.  Here is a great example.  The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstren, narrated by Jim Dale took me back to when I was a kid and my dad would read me stories.  I was totally engrossed and did what to stop listening.

 What are your Top 5 reasons to love audio books???

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Audiobook Lovin’ presents Katie Reus

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses  are excited to feature the awesome Katie Reus on the blog today!!!  I would love to introducing Katie Reus to our followers.

Katie Reus_authorphotoKatie Reus is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the Red Stone Security series, the Moon Shifter series and the Deadly Ops series. She fell in love with romance at a young age thanks to books she pilfered from her mom’s stash. Years later she loves reading romance almost as much as she loves writing it. However, she didn’t always know she wanted to be a writer. After changing majors many times, she finally graduated with a degree in psychology. Not long after that she discovered a new love. Writing. She now spends her days writing dark paranormal romance and sexy romantic suspense.

You can find Katie at Website | Facebook | Twitter | Sign up for Katie’s newsletter | Goodreads | AudibleTantor

 

 

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Targeted (Deadly Ops #1)
by Katie Reus 
Narrated by Sophie Eastlake 

Blurb:
Former Marine sniper and current NSA agent Jack Stone has a new face to go with his new identity. But he still has the same tortured memories-which include the woman he let get away years ago. Now his new assignment in Miami will put him so close to the woman he’s never been able to forget, he could reach out and touch her-if only she weren’t under suspicion. When Sophie Moreno uncovers evidence linking the medical supply company she works for with arms smuggling-and worse-she doesn’t know who to turn to. After a shocking betrayal, she realizes that the only person she can trust is a mysterious new person in the company-a man with hauntingly familiar eyes. As Sophie questions her intense attraction to this man and Jack struggles not to blow his cover, the two of them race against the clock to stop terrorists from killing scores of people-starting with them.Contains mature themes.

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Darkness Series
 
 
 
 
The Crescent Moon Series
 
 
 
 
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Audiobook Lovin’ presents guest blogger: Lexi Blake

 

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Viviana, Enchantress of Books and I, Books-n-Kisses  are excited to turn my blog over to author Lexi Blake!!!  But first it is my pleasure to introduce Lexi Blake.

Author pic- Lexi BlakeNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Lexi Blake lives in North Texas with her husband, three kids, and the laziest rescue dog in the world. She began writing at a young age, concentrating on plays and journalism. It wasn’t until she started writing romance that she found success. She likes to find humor in the strangest places. Lexi believes in happy endings no matter how odd the couple, threesome or foursome may seem.

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Lexi, the blog is all yours!!! 

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I know a lot of people who deal with some form of insomnia. I’m the kind who gets to sleep fairly quickly. Sometimes I think I’m the little old lady of the house because I’ll be asleep by 10 pm.

Unfortunately, I’m awake again at 3 am. On the dot. Like clockwork.

But Lexi, some people only need about five hours of sleep a night. Don’t worry about it. Yeah, I’m not that person. I need like ten hours, but I seem to take my ten hours in shifts. I’ll be up from three in the morning to four or even five before I find my groove and sleep again until eight or sometimes nine.

The truth is I’m a morning person. I love to work in the quiet early hours of morning while everyone else is sleeping. I can’t do that when I’m up for hours and need to catch up on sleep. I wake up disappointed that my quiet morning writing session has been slept through.

So what does any of this have to do with audio books? Well, I’d tried everything else. The last thing I was going to do was get up at three in the morning and try to work. I love my house, but everything is creepy at three in the morning and I’ve watched way too many bad horror films to not think I’ll be murdered every time the house creaks. I tried my version of counting sheep, which is to mentally organize all my characters in my head alphabetically. I tried to find a soothing rhythm to my husband’s snoring. Then he got a C-pap because I also had to make sure he was alive. White noise machine. Check. Chill the room so I’m an ice cube because that helps me sleep. Check.

Nothing worked.

And then I did my first audio book. I was paying for it independently so I had to listen to it. Since I didn’t have anything else to do at three in the morning, I put some earbuds in and told myself that at least I would get some work done.

Maybe it was because I knew the story. Maybe it was the soothing tone of the narrator, but I did not make it through the first chapter. I fell back to sleep and woke at six in the morning, still listening to the story play out.

Since then I’ve become an audio junkie. I listen to audio books in the car, while I walk the dogs, while I get ready to go out. I’ve bought everything from Harry Potter to Linda Howard to Stephen King to Carly Phillips.

And sometimes, deep in the night when I’m the only person in the world who can’t sleep, I turn on a story and I’m not alone anymore.

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The lovely Lexi Blake is giving away an audio copies of Ruthless and Satisfaction, the first two Lawless books, on CD.  To enter Lexi’s giveaway please leave her a comment or questions below.
Giveaway is open to everyone. 

 

27833807The first in a sexy contemporary romance series featuring the Lawless siblings—from New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake.

The Lawless siblings are bound by vengeance. Riley, Drew, Brandon, and Mia believe the CEO of StratCast orchestrated their parents’ murder twenty years ago to steal their father’s software program. And there’s only one way Riley can find some solid evidence…

Heir to the StratCast legacy, Ellie Stratton hires a new attorney to handle a delicate business matter—and she’s shocked by her attraction to him. Over the course of a few weeks, Riley becomes her lover, her friend, her everything. But when her life is threatened, Ellie discovers that Riley is more obsessed with settling an old score than in the love she thought they were building. And Riley must choose between a revenge he’s prepared for all his life and the woman he’s sure he can’t live without.

 

 

30178435The sizzling second novel in a sexy new contemporary romance series featuring the Lawless siblings—from New York Times bestselling author Lexi Blake.

Brandon Lawless is a man on a mission: obtain the information that will clear his father’s name. He’s willing to do whatever it takes—even seduce his enemy’s personal assistant, the beautiful and innocent Carly Hendricks. But with her beguiling smile and captivating intelligence, Brandon soon realizes he doesn’t want to deceive Carly, he wants to win her over—both in the boardroom and the bedroom.

Then a twisted crime leaves Carly vulnerable and Brandon finds himself reeling. The stakes of his mission are now life or death—Carly’s life. And Brandon realizes he’s lost his heart to an amazing woman and his plan must succeed, because the stakes are no longer just revenge, but a once in a lifetime love.

 

 

 

 

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Audiobook Lovin’ Series MONTH LONG Widget:
a Rafflecopter giveaway