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Breathe by Lauren Jameson – Spotlight and Giveaway
We are thrilled to present Lauren Jameson’s exciting erotic romance BREATHE! BREATHE is Lauren’s newest BDSM romance following last year’s Blush. Two lucky winners (U.S. only) will receive a paperback copy of Breathe!
About the Book:
In BREATHE, business mogul Elijah Masterson travels to Mexico for his chain of resorts and purchases a glass sculpture for one of the properties. But the artist who created it is far more intriguing. The attraction between them is instantaneous and explosive, but Elijah resists, unsure that a woman as strong willed as Samantha would ever yield in the way he really needs her to.
Headstrong artist Samantha Collins has hidden her true desire to submit, to the right man of course. Samantha sees everything she wants in Elijah, but apart from one steamy night, he‘s determined to keep his distance. She’s normally held back, but is now refusing to let go now since she’s found the type of dominant man she’s always wanted. Samantha makes Elijah an offer that he won’t (and can’t) refuse—a month of absolute submission.
But after their time of incredible passion…will either be able to walk away?
About the Author:
Lauren Jameson is a writer who lives in the shadows of the great Rocky Mountains of Alberta, Canada. She also writes erotic romance as Lauren Hawkeye. Visit her online and on Twitter
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KALLYPSO MASTERS ~ HOW IT BEGAN BLOG TOUR and GIVEAWAY
Stop 1: Meet Kallypso Masters and her Rescue Me Series
Welcome to the kick-off of one wild and crazy two-day blog tour. Thanks for having me, Book Bellas. And thanks for taking time to join me here, readers! To those who have been reading my Rescue Me series already, thank you for your patience as I work on the continuation on the journeys of some amazing characters who are so dear to my heart! Somebody’s Angel (Rescue Me #5) will be released in December (before Christmas is the best I can predict—it’s in the second of three rounds of edits now). But soon!
What to Expect in the “How it Began” Blog Tour
This 15-stop “How it Began” blog tour is intended not only to refresh the memories of those who have read the series already (but don’t have time for a full reread)—but also to pique the interest of those who haven’t started or gotten caught up with the first books yet. Because Somebody’s Angel focuses on the major issues facing Marc and Angelina (which I wasn’t able to dig out of Marc until I was writing Nobody’s Perfect, the last book released in the series). The man holds his secrets close to the vest. So this tour will focus on scenes with one or both of them throughout the first four books, but I’ll try to just pique the interest of readers without giving spoilers. I hate spoilers—but it’s okay to tease every now and again. *wink*
At each stop on the blog tour, I’ll offer you some familiar scenes (sexy, emotional, and/or funny—and, yes, I can do all three in a single snippet). But I’ll also share some insights into the scene’s inspiration, research, etc. Oh, and each stop will include a giveaway of a book in the series (including the upcoming release, if you’ve got them all already) and some cool swag. So be sure to enter at EACH stop!
And, yes, there WILL be a quiz at the end of the tour! You’ll be asked to answer 15 questions based on what you’ve read at the 15 stops (don’t worry, I’ll give you a few days to catch up and get your entries in). Starting on Black Friday (Nov. 29) at my Ahh, Kallypso…the stories you tell blog, where I’ll be doing a cover reveal for Somebody’s Angel, I’ll give you the chance to read the questions and get your answers into the Rafflecopter for the chance to win a brand new NOOK GlowLight e-reader! The winner will be drawn from all entries with the most correct answers (hopefully lots with all 15!). You’ll need to type in the answers to those trivia questions per Rafflecopter instructions on my blog Nov. 29. All entries must be submitted electronically in the Rafflecopter by 12 midnight Nov. 30 (central time). And the contest is open internationally, as are all of my giveaways. We just may have to get creative if the e-reader (already purchased) doesn’t translate to another country!
Who is Kallypso Masters and Why Should I Read her Books?
Glad you asked! I’m Kallypso Masters, but all of my friends call me Kally—and my readers are very much considered to be my friends. (Just ask some of them! I have even started giving “Kally’s friend” buttons to the ones I meet face to face, starting at Authors After Dark this past August. But I count many of my Facebook friends as true friends, too. Some have been with me since before my first book released!)
My Rescue Me series started with the intention of being an erotic romance series with hot, kinky Marines, but these characters soon revealed to me how much more there is to them than hot bodies and an interest in kinky sex. My brand is “Dominant men and the women who bring them to their knees.” All of the first heroes introduced in the series (Adam, Damián, Marc, and Luke) are wounded in some way by their pasts, and it will take some very special women to rescue them and help them to heal. (And Mistress Grant isn’t too thrilled with my motto, but I’ll deal with her dominance later in the series—probably 2015.) But the heroines in my story also sometimes harbor horrific wounds of their own, and yet they are strong, resilient, and willing to stop at nothing to get their heroes to get their heads out of their asses and to see that they’re perfect for each other. (Okay, in Savannah’s case, Damián was the one who had to ease her along slowly—very slowly—but for very good reason.)
The main focus of the Introduction, Masters at Arms, is to show how three men from very different backgrounds and with different views of the BDSM world could reach a turning point in his life that would lead them to a point in time that would forever change their lives and forge a bond between them that would never be broken. It’s a novel told in five vignettes, but trust me that even though it seems random and separate in the beginning, it will all tie together by the end of the introduction.
What readers seem to love best is that these and other characters continue to recur throughout each other’s books as they continue their journeys toward healing, because I’m a firm believer that Happily Ever After is just the beginning. You’ll see them continue to grow and heal throughout the series, so don’t expect me to tie up all the loose ends of their stories in a single novel. They very much should be read in order for full understanding and enjoyment of the stories of these very intertwined lives.
Now I don’t want to downplay the importance of BDSM (bondage, domination/submission, discipline, sadomasochism) elements in my books. I am a believer that BDSM is a wonderful tool for healing many types of hurts. (And, yes, I know that it’s also just fun to get freaky—but this is a series that will always have some kind of message about the healing powers of BDSM.) So, while there will be some hot kink that’s purely to titillate the senses, and sometimes even “vanilla” sex that will do the same, sometimes the kink is solely there to provide healing for characters in amazing ways.
My books have been described as a “gateway to BDSM series,” because they attract a more mainstream audience that may or may not have read a single realistic BDSM story before. (Oh, the misconceptions about BDSM put out in some books!) Many of these readers have gone on after Rescue Me to find other realistic BDSM books within the erotic romance subgenre. Better yet, some have made discoveries about themselves that have led them to grab their spouses and partners to explore their own kinky natures and experiment a bit in the lifestyle. I always love hearing from readers about how surprised—and pleased—their partners are with my books. They write, “I loved your books and so did my husband—and he didn’t even read them!”
To earn the respect of those already active in the lifestyle, and to keep my scenes Safe, Sane, and Consensual, I consult with a number of people who live the lifestyle. I even have on my editorial team a submissive who lives the Dom/sub dynamic 24/7. I’m not ashamed of revising a scene if something I’ve done has created an unsafe situation for a character. I did this with Nobody’s Perfect mere weeks after it was released. (Always a good idea to ask for updates of my books because if I even find typos, I’m going to want to upload new ones! Most recent updates are dated late July 2013 for all four singles. And the first two books were tweaked in my new combo release, to be discussed below.)
I also strive to research well my Marine and other military facts. I have a number of experts, including Top Griz, a retired Marine Master Sergeant, and since I met him in May, Jack, a wounded warrior currently serving as a Marine Master Sergeant, both of whom are helping me get my stories right. On the way to Camp Pendleton for a private tour, MSgt. Jack told me I needed to “go wild” with Damián, a fellow amputee. I plan to do that very thing! Countless of military spouses and non-active military personnel have provided insights, as well. I’m grateful to them all for their service—to our nation and to me!
Kally Loves Having Readers Join Her on this Journey
As those who follow me on Facebook know, I involve readers in the process of writing and story telling, as well. I’ll pose questions to them or will post updates as to my progress, thought processes, oh and, yes, the occasional tease. I have a timeline profile (you must send a message along with a friend request to claim one of the remaining 300 spots!), an author page you can follow on Facebook and even a series discussion group with 2700+ members there solely there to discuss this series. (To join the discussion group, send a friend request to Karla Montague. She’ll add you to the group. Don’t be upset when she de-friends you after that. She’s strictly there to provide a portal to the group, which is where all the discussion takes place.)
I love meeting readers face to face, too (perhaps too much!). So if you are near any of my appearances (see my Website for a list), stop by and say hello! You don’t have to buy a book—I’m happy to sign swag or e-reader covers or just give hugs and have photos taken! When I’m traveling, sometimes I just announce on Facebook that I want to have dinner with readers and then see who shows up. One Army veteran drove 7 hours and had to stay overnight just because she wanted to have brunch with me one weekend. She holds the record for coming the furthest to dine with me (so far)!
Free and Almost Free Books Available in the Rescue Me Series
For those wanting a free glimpse into the Rescue Me world, you can get started with the FREE introduction, Masters at Arms. This book introduces six characters who will go on to have happily ever after Romances shared about them. (Adam & Karla, Damián & Savannah, Marc, and in a small part here but with more to come later, Grant.)
But because I don’t want you to stop there, I’ve just released a new combination e-book download of the first TWO books in the series—Masters at Arms & Nobody’s Angel—for only 99 cents! You save $3 off the cost of purchasing Nobody’s Angel as a single. Nobody’s Angel introduces you to Angelina and shows her exploration into the world of BDSM, but Marc remained so closed off still in this book, it won’t be until the December release, Somebody’s Angel, that readers will come full circle with this couple. The paperback version of Masters at Arms & Nobody’s Angel is 467 pages long, so this is a bargain at 99 cents! You’ll find buy links to all of my books, which currently are available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, All Romance eBooks, Kobo, Apple, and Smashwords, at my Ahh, Kallypso…the stories you tell blog page.
Here also are the direct links to this new title at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
Giveaway Time! Free eBook in the Rescue Me Series!
At each of the 15 stops, I’ll be gifting one randomly chosen reader a copy of a book in the Rescue Me Series (a $4.99 value), chosen from Nobody’s Hero, Nobody’s Perfect, or the soon-to-be-released Somebody’s Angel. Fill out the Rafflecopter for your chance(s) to win! As with all of my giveaways, this is open internationally. And we’ll also send through the mail some cool swag items, including this red Ka-thunk! pen, hand fan, a Masters Brat button, and other cool stuff!
Next Stop!
Your next stop in this blog tour will be at Shh, Mommy’s in the Bathroom.,.Reading You also can get links to all of the blogs at my own Ahh, Kallypso…the stories you tell blog. By Friday, we’ll be sure to update with the direct links to each of the entries so you can follow easily and start gathering those answers to the 15 trivia questions!
Blog Tour, Review and Giveaway ~ Saving Alexander by Susan Mac Nicol
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Saving Alexander
Susan Mac Nicol
Synopsis
Punishing
himself for a horrific past that is not his fault, bestselling author Alexander
Montgomery seeks redemption and love—and perhaps he will find it.
Famous author
though he may be, Alexander Montgomery is not someone you take home to meet
Mother. Seriously flawed, damaged by a horrific past, he’s trying hard to claw
his way back to normality. But how can anyone respect what he truly is? His
therapy involves regular sessions at Study in Scarlet, an exclusive S&M
club.
Then comes Sage.
Tall, with black hair and blue eyes, an up-and-coming actor with impossible
charm and boy-next-door good looks, he’s the perfect choice to play the leading
man in a TV adaptation of Alex’s last best-seller. Even more, he is a man you introduce
to your family. Which Alex would do—if he weren’t taken by another man who
offers the punishments Alex prays will wipe away the past and make him the
person he wants to be. Yet, perhaps there is another path to redemption. If
only the solution would reach out and touch him.
Ellen’s Review:
Saving Alexander is a very sexy, very raw, and very emotional m/m love story with a thriller thrown in for good measure. As a fan of the m/m genre, I found the story to be very gripping and very satisfying in terms of the heat factor. I read a fair amount of m/m books and I generally find female authors to be a bit less gritty, but I will say the sex scenes in Saving Alexander did not disappoint! The heartbreaking description of Alex’s background, from which he tries to find some sort of healing through BDSM sessions, is balanced out nicely by the loving relationship he finds with Sage. There is a suspenseful storyline here along with the very erotic romance between Sage and Alex. The only minor drawback for me was that these two talked A LOT about their relationship and their feelings. But overall I really liked this book and found it to be incredibly well written and enjoyable! Definitely a must-read for any fan of m/m books.
*ARC provided by the author in exchange for an honest review*
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About Susan Mac Nicol
Susan Mac Nicol
was born in Leeds, UK, and left for South Africa when she was eight. She
returned to the UK thirty years later and now lives in Essex. Her debut
novel Cassandra by Starlight, the
first in a trilogy, was published earlier this year by Boroughs Publishing
Group in the US. Sue’s latest story, Saving
Alexander is her second m/m romance.
Sue has written
since she was very young, and never thought she would see herself being a
Romance writer, being a horror/psychological thriller reader all her life. But
the Romance genre is now something very close to her heart and she intends
continuing the trend.
Sue is a member
of the Romance Writers of America and the Romantic Novelists Association here
in the UK.
To learn more,
visit Susan on her website
and blog
on Twitter, Facebook, Goodreads and Pinterest.
Susan Mac Nicol
is also author of The
Magick of Christmas, Confounding
Cupid,
Cassandra by Starlight
, Together in Starlight and
the best-selling Stripped
Bare.
COVER REVEAL: BRIE EMBRACES THE ART OF SUBMISSION: AFTER GRADUATION by RED PHOENIX
Title: Brie Embraces the Heart of Submission: After Graduation
Author: Red Phoenix
Book Description:
On the night of graduation, Brie Bennett offered her collar to the man who’d won her devotion during her time at the Submissive Training Center.
The intimate encounters Brie enjoys with her new Master are hot and deliciously challenging. On the flipside, despite her newly acquired skills, she discovers that being a sub also requires maturity, intelligence and willing sacrifice.
Her Master has a tragic past that he has kept hidden. She is unaware that someone is waiting in the wings, plotting to return and rip his world apart. Brie has troubles of her own, including an obsessive Dom who won’t let her go, parents who refuse to accept her new lifestyle, and a film that is struggling to see the light of day.
Brie’s journey with her Master brings both sweet ecstasy and unbearable pain. Friendships deepen and love grows, even as her life begins to crumble around her. To survive, Brie will need the strength of a love that binds her securely—heart and soul.
Release Date: October 27, 2013
Blog Tour: November 4-8, 2013
Author Bio:
Erotica is a delicious fantasy created to entice both the mind and the body ~Red
Red Phoenix is an award winning indie author who started her writing career in December of 2011. She is best known for her novelette, Brie’s First Day of Submissive Training, which was published in March of 2012. The little book created quite stir when it was released. Since then, fans have been riding the Brie wave with the sociable author. In October 2012, Red published the wildly popular eBook serial into novel form, Brie Learns the Art of Submission. She is currently writing Brie’s continuing journey in the serial titled After Graduation, due out in novel form September 2013.
“I am a happily married woman who believes, based on personal experience, that love conquers all. It is a running theme in my writing.” Red is a mother of three and wife to one. When she is not writing, you can find her on Facebook or Twitter interacting with fans.
“One thing you will notice about my work, I’m all about variety. If a character beseeches me to write his or her story, I willingly give myself over no matter the genre or subject.”
* Red Phoenix has a total of fourteen titles available as eBooks (not including serials.)
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BOOK SPOTLIGHT: UNEXPECTED ANGEL (ISTHMUS ALLIANCE) by SLOAN JOHNSON
Unexpected Angel by Sloan Johnson
Book #1 in Isthmus Alliance Series
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Synopsis
Tasha Skinner finally shed the baggage of a failed marriage. Now, she’s looking forward to a night of margaritas and man-bashing. Tasha’s friends have other plans, including Leather, Lace and liberation.
Dylan Caprese didn’t want to go to Marquee, but he and his friends were on a mission. They took it upon themselves to make sure things didn’t get out of hand when wannabe Dom’s mixed alcohol with playtime at the monthly Leather and Lace night.
From the moment he set eyes on Tasha, he knew there was something different about her. She wasn’t some bondage babe who thought she knew what it meant to be into BDSM. She was much, much worse; she was innocent and trusting. He can tell she is something precious.
When Tasha’s past threatens to destroy her, Dylan begins to realize that while their paths have never crossed, their lives most definitely have. Will he be able to save her before it’s too late.
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About Sloan
Sloan is a Midwestern mom who began writing nearly seven years ago as a way to make money while staying home with her daughter. Now, with two kids in tow and having written more articles on how to assemble various pieces of furniture than she can count, she is reaching to make her dreams come true.
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AUTHOR INTERVIEW and GIVEAWAY: INNOCENCE DEFIED (NEW YORK SERIES #3) by LAINEY REESE
SYNOPSIS:
He denies himself nothing…except the woman who means everything.
New York, Book 3
When business brings him to New York City indefinitely, Gage Hollister is sure that somewhere in this massive city, there must be a woman whose need to be dominated matches his thirst to dominate.
But as his search through the local BDSM clubs drags on, he begins to despair such a woman exists. When he’s asked to chaperone his best friend’s younger sister, who’s on her first solo trip as an adult, he welcomes the distraction.
Zoe Marshall has been in love with Gage forever, and has saved herself for him alone. Now, after careful planning and a bit of luck, she finally has the chance to show him she’s all grown up and ready to be his.
Gage believes himself too old and jaded for an innocent like Zoe, but she is relentless in her innocent seduction, and soon his resistance crumbles. But as their love blooms, reality tackles their dreams. And in the aftermath, the choices they face will strain the bonds of friendship and family. Perhaps beyond repair.
Warning: This book contains graphic language, BDSM elements, M/F/M ménage, a Southern Dom who’s a gentleman; and the woman who brings out his inner scoundrel.
Many thanks to the lovely Lainey Reese for taking the time to chat with us! Welcome, Lainey!
We are huge fans and know you were formerly in banking. How did you
become interested in becoming a writer?I have always dreamed of being a writer. Even as a little girl, when I would pretend to be Dorothy I would always preface it by stating “But, I wrote the Wizard of Oz.” lol
The banking was just a way to pay the bills until I worked up my nerve to submit.How did you get the idea for Table for Three?
Hmm…It is kind of a mix of things. I was watching a documentary on America’s trust fund families. The lives they lived looked fascinating and intriguing. The idea just bloomed from there. As for the woman and two men…well, I just thought “hey, if men can dream about two women why can’t us girls have two guys?”
Of course one of the hottest and most imaginative scenarios in any
erotic book has got to be the amazing shower scene in Damaged Goods.
We don’t want to spoil it for anyone who hasn’t read the book yet, but
how did you come up with that scene?Thank you for that!! Thank you very much. I was online looking at different photography websites for an upcoming photo shoot I had (I do boudoir photography as a hobby) and I found a picture of a woman bound in a shower while a fully clothed man stood before her…and the scene for the book just exploded into vivid life in my mind right then and there.
Favorite scene in your new book Innocence Defied?
That’s tough. If I have to, I could narrow it down to two I think. First is the chase scene…it was so real for me when I wrote it…I could have sworn I could feel the heat from that day, feel the dirt under me and hear the pounding of his feet as he chased her down…And the other would have to be the moment of discovery when Brice catches them. I know it makes me a goof, but I was so worried about the out come there, I did not know if Brice would be able to over come his sense of betrayal.
Do you have a favorite character from your books, and if so, why?
(We especially love Brice!!)Oh, that’s hard. I love them all so much. Even my villains are dear to me…I love how fun it was to write Annie and Mandy just as much as I loved my heroes. I will say Gage got under my skin more than any of the others. It was like he was an invisible companion offering me a constant commentary throughout my every waking hour. It was crazy having him whispering in my ear about every day things like laundry and making even that sexy.
Can you tell us if you are planning any more stories from your New
York series?Yes. I don’t know yet if it is going to be a sister series or if we are just going to call all the future ones part of the same series and forget that it was originally only a trilogy…that will be up to the publisher. All I know is that the New York gang hasn’t finished telling their stories yet.
Do you listen to music when you write?
No. I have a hard time focusing when there are distractions. No tv, no music, I can’t even have chores waiting to be done…just today I gave up writing because I could not stop thinking about how badly the floor needed to be vacuumed.
What is the last book you read?
I have a lot that I started and never finished due to them being just that bad. When I get in a slump like that I re-read an old faithful to purge out the gunk…so I read The Endearment by Lavryl Spencer…such a great book!!!
You are pretty open on your website and blog, but what is 1 thing
your readers might not know about you?I can’t type. Can you believe that? A writer who can’t type? It’s funny. I never took a typing class in school so I have to look at the keyboard as I write. I am better than the two fingered hen peck…but not by much.
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FIRST GIVEAWAY $25 Amazon gift card, please send proof of purchase of, ” Innocence Defied” by Lainey Reese to laineyreeseauthor@gmail.com
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EXCLUSIVE EXCERPT and GIVEAWAY: THIS LOVE’S NOT FOR SALE by ELLA DOMINGUEZ
Title: THIS LOVE’S NOT FOR SALE
Author: Ella Dominguez
Expected Release Date: September 30, 2013
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SYNOPSIS:
Written for mature audiences and contains kinky graphic sexual encounters, profanity, bondage & discipline, loads of steamy verbosity, and an alpha male that’ll make you quiver, laugh and swoon.
Erotic, touching and humorous.
Arrogant, brutally honest and fond of bondage and discipline, Tucker McGrath demands respect in all aspects of his life. He is used to getting his way in all things and more importantly, getting and having his way with anyone that he wants. Married and divorced twice, the real estate mogul has as given up on love.
Enter Lilliana, a 30 something divorcee and dental hygienist. After inheriting a large tract of land and house from a close relative, she has relocated to an opulent area in Connecticut hoping to start her life anew, and leave her clingy ex-husband behind. Stubborn, opinionated, and impatient, she has no interest in selling her land to the money hungry vultures that have started sniffing around. She also has no interest in falling in love or being pursued by a certain attractive yet arrogant alpha male interested in her property.
Tucker, however, has other plans. Realizing that Lilliana is sitting on a real estate goldmine, he sets his sight on trying to obtain it at any cost. Even if it means deceiving her and buying his way into her heart. But Lilliana can’t be bought and Tucker gets more than he bargained for when she rebuffs his financial and sexual advances at every turn.
Their chemistry and physical attraction to one another is undeniable and Lilliana has a way of bringing out the best in the usually cold and austere Tucker. Just when things are heating up and Tucker starts to fall for Lilliana, she discovers where his true motivations lie, forcing her to seek sweet revenge the only way she knows how – by giving in to his every fantasy and toying with his emotions.
EXCERPT:
“What did you do to make that woman outside the dance studio so afraid of you?”
Did she really want to know? He had been holding back his true perversions for fear of scaring her away, but maybe she was ready now. He hoped she was. “Unspeakable things,” he answered.
Lilliana’s eyes rounded. “If by unspeakable you mean…”
Tucker covered her mouth with his index finger. “By unspeakable, I mean I’d rather not go into the details out of respect for her. Come with me. I want to show you something.”
Nervous apprehension settled in Tucker’s gut. Would she run? Tucker led Lilliana by the hand to a room on the east wing. Entering a small room, he turned the light on.
“This is the time-out room.”
Lilliana’s jaw gaped and her eyes scanned the select few pieces of equipment furnishing the space. Tucker was expecting the worst – a slap across the face, a blood-curdling scream, something…
“Why didn’t you show me this room before?” she asked, placing her hands on her hips.
Tucker stood silent, not really knowing the answer to her question.
“Do you really like doing this sort of thing?” Lilliana waved her hand around the room.
“That, I do.”
“So is this what you mean by unspeakable?”
“Yes.”
Lilliana raised her eyebrows and moved toward the odd looking wooden bed that contained a whipping cross on one end, a bed with a neck/wrist yoke, a cage on the bottom and an assortment of suspension points and padding. “If you’re embarrassed about your preferences, then why do you do it?”
“I’m not embarrassed about this. Is that what you think?”
“Why else would you keep it from me?”
Tucker had no real excuse except to say that he didn’t want to freak her out. “Because I’m discreet.”
Lilliana moved to a small spanking horse and ran her hand along the leather seat. Tucker wished he could be inside her head for just one minute to know what was going on inside that lively mind of hers. Next she moved to the only other piece of equipment, a swing hanging from the ceiling, and seated herself in it.
“So you’re not freaked out?”
“Does it look like I’m freaked out?”
No, it didn’t. In fact, it looked like she was intrigued. When her eyes moved around the room they stopped on a wall of ropes and belts. Her eyebrows pinched together.
“You told me you weren’t a sadist.”
Tucker couldn’t help but chuckle. “I’m not. The things in this room are for disciplining purposes and pleasure.”
“Did you use all this stuff on your girlfriends?”
“Some of them. Every woman was different. Some liked it, most didn’t. The majority ran, but some stayed and played. Which are you going to be?”
Lilliana planted her feet on the floor and stopped the swing from swaying. “I haven’t decided yet,” she glared at Tucker defiantly.
“You say that as if the final decision is only yours to make, Lilly.”
Lilliana’s eyes were thoughtful and she paused before sitting up straighter.
“What is the purpose of a room like this, Tucker? What do you really want from me? No more innuendos and man-speak. I want to know, right now.”
“I want to control you and make you submit to who you truly are, Lilly. I’m not asking you to change who you are but to give into my will within these confines. In this room, in my bedroom, give in to me in all ways. When you do, pleasures untold await the both of us. Are you brave enough to do that?”
About the Author:
I’m a full-time mom, wifey, healthcare worker, and wanna be switch. I was born and raised in a sexually repressed, strict Christian household in the bible belt of the USA. This upbringing and repression contributed to my wicked imagination and writing has been my only outlet for my sexual fantasies. Finally at the ripe and sexually primed age of 40, I mustered up enough courage to share my naughty thoughts and put pen to paper. I sincerely hope to find my niche in writing erotica in all forms, be it romance or paranormal.
I don’t consider myself an author. I consider myself an avid reader above all else, and someone who simply writes the stories that the voices in my head tell me to.
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BOOK SPOTLIGHT: HOW TO DISCIPLINE YOUR VAMPIRE by MINA VAUGHN
Title: How to Discipline Your Vampire
Author: Mina Vaughn
Release Date: August 19, 2013
We are happy to welcome Mina Vaughn as she celebrates her new release, HOW TO DISCIPLINE YOUR VAMPIRE, with an excerpt, interview and a giveaway!
Summary:
Cerise Norrel, Type A substitute teacher by day, is ready to quit being a domme. Despite her best intentions, none of her partners can keep up with her scene fetish and attention to detail—let alone her demand that they have a costume and set waiting every afternoon by the time she’s home from school.
Over a dozen potential subs have left her in the past year, but just when Cerise thinks it’s impossible—that she’ll have to go back to vanilla relationships, or be alone forever–she meets William, who wants to make all her fantasies come true. He turns her home into a geisha’s dream apartment, a concert hall with a grand piano (which he uses to play an original composition while wearing a tuxedo), and even rents an abandoned loft for a zombie apocalypse scene—complete with canned goods.
But there’s something strange about William. Well, a lot of strange things. He must be absurdly rich, since he can afford to provide extravagant costumes and props on a daily basis without having to leave work early. He must be insane, since he puts up with Cerise’s over-the-top demands. And most importantly, he doesn’t redden when
he’s spanked, and his skin is as cool as satin sheets. When Cerise discovers she’s become domme to the infamous “Chilly Willy,” as he’s known throughout BDSM urban lore, she begins to find out there’s a whole lot more to her handsome submissive than a creative mind and a hard body.
And when it’s William, ironically, who starts pressing Cerise to give him the kind of commitment she’s never given anyone, it’ll take everything she has to work through her issues, confront her past, and learn to be vulnerable.
Excerpt:
Then, I saw him.
An absolutely beautiful specimen was making his way towards my little table.
I sipped the soda again, careful to not smudge my lipstick. Typically, Dommes were easy to find at mixers—the redder the lipstick, the stricter the rules. Mine was crimson on the border of downright arterial. I had hoped that my selection would weed out the weaklings in the pack. I touched it up just in case it had faded and bent down to put the compact back into my bag. By the time I leaned back up, he was in front of me.
“Hello,” he said sheepishly, eyes downcast.
This was a good sign. Subs ought to act their place at events like this—unlike that last jackass. Please, please be up to my challenge.
“Sit,” I said to him, gesturing. His posture was erect, but guarded. This man was very stylish—a corduroy blazer over a graphic tee, paired with perfectly fitted dark jeans. Urban, hip. Thank God no leather—I didn’t care how long I’d been involved in this sort of thing, I would never get into leather. Unless it was required for a scene…then it would be acceptable. He folded his hands neatly in his lap, and began the conversation in a surprisingly self-deprecating manner.
“I have something,” he said, eyes still downcast, “I should tell you before we begin.”
I leaned forward, ready to berate him for speaking out of turn, and not letting me begin our conversation. The nerve of these guys.
Then again, this was speed dating and I didn’t want to waste time with a lecture, so I allowed him to begin.
“I’ve never been kept by a Domme. I have been advised to tell you in advance a few of my qualities that have been turn-offs. Firstly, I can tolerate any kind of pain.”
Odd, but not a deal-breaker. I did the “go on” gesture, rolling my pointer finger.
“I flinch at nothing, nor do I bruise or redden. Many women have found this off-putting, if you like that sort of thing.”
“Um, I’m a substitute teacher. I dish out pain all day. I’m not that kind of Domme,” I explained to him, trying to put him somewhat at ease. His posture relaxed somewhat.
I probably shouldn’t have disclosed my occupation to this guy, but what was he going to do? Show up at every secondary school in the Seacoast region wearing assless chaps?
“I also have very cold hands,” he said, trying to hold back his smirk. “It’s been problematic in nearly every encounter I have had. Here, feel.” I reached out my hands and touched his.
Freezer burn.
I recoiled slightly, but caught myself and steadied my hand. I said nothing. His eyes remained downcast.
He was stunningly handsome, I appraised, examining his face. Strong jaw, straight nose, blue-black tousled hair, and lips full enough to almost be considered feminine.
Almost.
“I don’t mind cold hands. I’m from Nevada– I love to feel the cold compared to the heat I grew up in. It’s refreshing,” I said. Oh boy, here comes the hurt, I told myself as I handed him my list of needs and wants. “I do, however, have a very long list of requirements, and I’m afraid I’ve scared everyone off, too. I’m just as used to rejection as you seem to be,” I laughed. Half the local community thought it was great that I was a strong woman who won’t settle for anything less than what I want, and the other half thought I was an insane bitch. “In fact, they call me the deal breaker.” He smirked again, a small dimple forming in his chin.
He was wickedly handsome. If the room was less well-lit, I’d be tonguing his earlobe right now.
“Alright,” he said, glancing at the dossier. “Hit me.” He laughed at his choice of words for the situation. I did, too.
I shifted into uber-Domme mode and breathed in deep, ready for my long-winded explanation.
Last chance, Cerise.
“The requests I make of my subs are simple. Show up at my house Monday through Thursday at 2:00 pm sharp. On Monday through Wednesday, I will give you role play prompts. You must come up with the details, props, and costumes. You will email me details about the scenarios while I’m on my lunch break so I can arrive home in character. When I get home at three, you will be in costume and in character. Whatever outfit you may have for me will be hanging in my bathroom. We will perform the scene from three o’ clock until whenever I feel it’s over. You will then eat dinner with me and return home. On Thursdays, you will create an original scenario. You have free reign on those days, but please be creative. I may not be a Dominatrix in the traditional whips and chains sense, but I want your full subservience when you are with me. You will have three-day weekends to yourself.” My voice was strict like a smack on the wrist with a wooden ruler. I hoped he understood that just because he was creating one scene per week, he was not in charge of where it went. I knew my methods were unconventional, but hey, whatever gets you off, right?
He listened intently, head cocked to the side, eyes still not leaving the table.
“Is that all?” he asked.
I gasped to myself. A taker? Usually guys weren’t down with the hours AND the financial demands of coming up with new costumes and props four days a week. Then again, judging by this guy’s clothes, he could afford it. Don’t think I didn’t notice the curvy R’s on his Rock and Republic jeans. That cut retailed at $259 at Nordstrom.
And yes, in addition to being a Domme, I was a serious denim whore.
“No, that’s not all,” I said, worried that this will be the deal breaker. “You must come up with our first scenario right now. Don’t let me down.” I expected him to either tell me to fuck off, or to walk away in a daze after spending several minutes blathering his way through a half-assed attempt to come up with something that may excite me.
Of course, when hearing I was a teacher, nearly every potential sub told me the scenario where he was failing my class and wanted extra credit.
And would do “aaaanything” for it.
So, the men who usually made it to this round never made it out. Unoriginal pricks.
“I think I have one you’ll like, if I may,” he said politely.
I must be dreaming. “Proceed,” I said, both anticipating and dreading what was going to come out of his lips next. Please don’t be a student scene…
“I’m a vampire who has endured decades of loneliness. All I want is a woman who I can worship—who will look past all my flaws. I need a fearless Dominatrix who will punish me for all my past misdeeds.”
This guy was either insane, or a fucking genius.
And to be perfectly honest, I didn’t care.
Interview with the Author
How did you become interested in becoming a writer?
I’ve always been a storyteller. When I was a kid I used to dictate all the neighborhood play. I’d assign roles, scenarios (not in a dirty way of course) and we’d play out my ideas.
Do you listen to music when you write? If so, what is your favorite
music right now?YES! I’m a Fall Out Boy and Green Day fanatic. Those who read my book and listen to those bands can find little references.
What is the last book you read?
The Mistress by Tiffany Reisz…love her!
Who is your favorite author?
I think Alice Clayton. Plus, she’s a friend, so I’m in fangirl heaven.
Favorite scene in How to Discipline Your Vampire?
My favorite scene used to be the geisha scene, but now it’s the zombie apocalypse. It’s so completely different but still hot. I’d love to have William as the last man on earth! 🙂
Who is your favorite book character ever, and why?
I love Arya Stark from George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire series. She is SO brave, so determined and so unique. Her plot is my favorite thread of that series.
What are 5 things your readers don’t know about you?
1) I’m actually a huge nerd.
2) I love to ice skate.
3) I pretty much end every day with wine and cheese.
4) I’m a workout fanatic.
5) My favorite flavor is caramel.
Author Bio:
Kink with a wink! Mina Vaughn is an international woman of mystery and a shoe whore with a heart of gold. When she’s not writing her unique brand of silly smut, she’s plundering Sephora for any pin up girl makeup she can find. Mina’s debut novel, an erotic comedy entitled How to Discipline Your Vampire is about a punishment-seeking vampire who meets a quirky Domme with a serious role play fetish, available now from Simon and Schuster’s Pocket Star.
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ARC Review: UNLOCKED (THE ALPHA GROUP BOOK THREE) by MAYA CROSS
UNLOCKED releases TOMORROW August 18th!
Who is Sebastian Lock?
The heart can lead you to dangerous places. Abandoned by the man she loves, with nothing more than sweet riddles for an explanation, Sophia Pearce felt like her life was crumbling before her eyes. And then they came for her. Now, things will never be the same.
Confronted with the truth about Sebastian’s identity, she’s thrust into a high stakes world beyond anything she could have imagined. A world that threatens much more than just her feelings. Sebastian’s enemies will stop at nothing to get what they want, and they want her.
Their passion for one another consumes them, but as danger mounts, and loyalties are tested, Sophia must answer one simple question. What is she willing to risk for love?
My Review:
Fans of The Alpha Group series by Maya Cross know that the second book ended with a cliffhanger, and Unlocked, the final book in the series, picks up right where the second book ended. Are you looking for for an action-filled book, with some steamy sex, and a hot alpha hero? Then Unlocked is for you.
You must read the first two books in the series to understand the background of Unlocked. Sophia was coping with a break from both her career and from Sebastian and was suddenly thrust into a life-threatening situation. Sebastian is dealing with his own feelings from a tragedy years before, for which he blames himself.
The question is whether Sebastian can distance himself from Sophia in order to keep her safe. He can no longer struggle against the depth of his feelings for her:
“Something about her just rendered me utterly powerless.”
There are lots of twists and turns in Unlocked and Sophia and Sebastian must decide whether they can withstand the danger and risks of their being together. Sophia cannot deny her feelings for Sebastian:
“His touch was soothing. His presence washed over me, filling me with that primal sense of security.”
This an action-packed story, with lots of steam! All is revealed about the mysterious Alpha Group, and loose ends are tied up. Oh, and did I mention the hotness factor? Sebastian is a sexy, strong alpha who takes what he wants. Sophia is a smart, funny heroine and the two of the together are great. I also loved the dual POV; we really get to see the softer side of Sebastian, and get a glimpse into his motivation. Fans of Maya Cross will absolutely love the ending to The Alpha Group series. All is revealed, and the characters are given a very satisfying conclusion. For anyone who loves action and suspense with their hot sex scenes, Unlocked is for you!
About the author:
Maya Cross is a writer who enjoys making people blush. Growing up with a mother who worked in a book store, she read a lot from a very young age, and soon enough picked up a pen of her own. She’s tried her hands at a whole variety of genres including horror, science fiction, and fantasy, but funnily enough, it was the sexy stuff that stuck. She has now started this pen name as an outlet for her spicier thoughts (they were starting to overflow). She likes her heroes strong but mysterious, her encounters sizzling, and her characters true to life.
She believes in writing familiar narratives told with a twist, so most of her stories will feel comfortable, but hopefully a little unique. Whatever genre she’s writing, finding a fascinating concept is the first, and most important step.
The Alpha Group is her first attempt at erotic romance.
When she’s not writing, she’s playing tennis, trawling her home town of Sydney for new inspiration, and drinking too much coffee.
