Wednesday 15 July 2015

RELEASE BOOST - Brave by Natalie Gayle @givemebooksblog @nataliegayle1 #Brave




Title: Brave
Series: Oni Fighters #1
Author: Natalie Gayle
 Release Date: July 10, 2015



Praise for Brave

"If I could give Brave more than five stars I would. It deserves so many more than that. It has become my number one book of 2015 and one that will stay with me for a very long time to come."   Angela—Books and Friendz Blog

“This book has a lot of heart and so many emotional moments!! I totally fell for Xander, I mean how can you not?? Great great book, you’d be crazy not to one click this!!!”  Melissa—Apha Book Club

“This book contains it all! There are swoon-worthy moments, witty moments, steamy moments, and tearful moments that all come together to make this one fabulous read." Paige Smith—Hooked on Books Blog
 





Blurb

A moment in time, that’s all it took. Beauty, pain and tragedy.

Xander “Pretty Boy” Todd was a demon in the ring. A professional MMA fighter with a career that had the world a buzz—but now it’s gone. Or is it?

Eden Sommers had her dreams of an international modelling career within her grasp—and lost it. Gone within a few seconds, leaving nothing but pain.

How do you go on, when the one thing that defines you is suddenly ripped away—only to leave scars and a hollow shell in its place? Has the beauty gone forever? Or has it just retreated—to now be hidden, and dormant; guarded by the inner demons?

Can these two wounded souls find the inner strength to fight back the demons together and find the beauty in their lives once again?

To do this, they must first accept—The hardest demons to defeat are the ones inside. They’ll have to be BRAVE.







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Excerpt


Fear struck through me. I hated the conversation directed to me, particularly when there were strangers involved. I could have cursed Tori. She knew better than to put me on the spot like this. I could just see her smirking face across the table from underneath my lashes as my throat started to constrict.

“You’re more than welcome to come along and watch. I encourage people to come along and see for themselves what it’s all about.” Oh, there was that voice again.

I was torn. I didn’t want to look up. I didn’t want to see the embarrassment and the man with the beautiful voice looking uncomfortable when he realised what my face looked like.

Surely there was a limit to the torture?

Manners, fear, self-consciousness all warred within me.

The silence around me was deafening. I could tell they were all waiting. I could feel three sets of eyes on me watching and wondering if I was actually going to respond. Finally I took a deep breath. What did it matter if he rejected me? It had happened before, and it would happen again. I could do this. It would hurt, but I was no stranger to pain, both physical and emotional.

Very slowly I raised my chin and turned just slightly towards him. I didn’t say anything. I couldn’t because my throat was closed in fear and uncertainty.

The first thing I noticed was the dark jeans that hung on narrow hips, then a white T-shirt that emphasised his flat belly and defined pecs. Bravely, I raised my eyes a little higher and the pecs ran into a set of wide shoulders. There was a hint of a tattoo peeking out from under one of his short sleeves. It only made his bicep look more delicious and enticing.

I took one final harsh intake of air and allowed my eyes to complete their journey. They travelled up and up the column of his corded neck to his wide angular jaw.

His full lips were slightly turned up in what looked like a half smile or was it amusement? I could only image how it would look once the shock registered when he saw my face.

Above those lips, that looked far too sensual for any man, was a long straight nose with a hint of a flare to the nostrils. The knot in my stomach tightened even further as I finally tilted my head back far enough so my eyes could meet his.

Every muscle in my body was tensed waiting for the shock, horror and embarrassment I was about to see, once my scars registered with his brain. It was an involuntary reaction I realised. Nobody could hide it, no matter how hard they tried. It was just the shock and surprise. I don’t blame them for their reactions, it just hurt that was all.

I raised my eyelids that final few millimetres and forced my eyes to focus on his. Right then and there the world stopped spinning for me. Time halted. My sisters faded into the background and I looked into the eyes of one of the most compelling people I had ever seen. Oh, he was handsome, but he was so much more.

But that was not what had me struck dumb—nope that wasn’t it.

It was his eyes—those bottomless pools of black onyx. I did a mental double take. For eyes so dark they should have appeared cold and icy.

But they didn’t—they weren’t cold at all. They were warm and rich. Right then was the first time I could recall in the last five years, a stranger looking at me with warmth in their eyes. Not shock, not pity, not embarrassment. It was warmth.

The shock paralysed me. I didn’t know what to do or how to act. My brain was shorting out. Nothing made sense. Somewhere in the back of my mind I registered my leg being kicked under the table, but even that didn’t break through my connection with those eyes. I wanted to swim in them, wrap myself in their warmth and burrow down tight.

I have no idea how much time passed.

Finally, he thrust his hand forward to me and without conscious thought, I placed my hand in his to shake. What happened next shocked me even more.

He lent across the table and pulled me into a loose hug and brushed his lips against my left cheek.

My brain was fried and my nerves were all misfiring. Nothing made sense. I was so far out of my comfort zone.

He pulled back slowly and gave me a smile that I’ll remember for the rest of my life.

Then he spoke and his words seemed to swirl around me in a caress.

“Hi Eden. I’m Xander Todd.” Suddenly, I realised I had no box to categorise him into.






Author Bio


A confessed readaholic and romantic junkie, Natalie spends her time juggling a busy career as an IT professional and author. In between staring at a computer screen (she spends lot time doing that!) Natalie, enjoys living the Gold Coast life with her very tolerant husband and two school aged children.

She loves spending time with family and friends, hitting the beach, cooking, working out and curling up with a good book. Her pet hates are cleaning and anything else that can be considered “domestic dullness”. If she could have one wish it would be to be able to fit 48 hours into 24.

Natalie is the author of the Centre Games Series. A fast paced, romantic suspense series set on the Gold Coast, Australia. The series tells the stories of the Centre, a quasi government agency established to fight environmental, biological and agricultural threats. The Centre Games books are filled with hot alpha males and the feisty independent females strong enough to capture their hearts. Natalie’s books pack lots of action, hot romance and surprises.

Natalie is currently working on her fifth instalment for the Centre Games Series and a brand new series for 2015. Look out for her new release BRAVE, coming very soon and a couple of surprise projects.



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RELEASE BOOST - Interlude by Anne Mercier @givemebooksblog @Anne_Mercier_




Title: Interlude
Series: Rockstar #4
Author: Anne Mercier
 Release Date: July 9, 2015



 Blurb

Past to present...

PAST:
It all starts with a glimpse into the past of Falling Down, when Jesse meets Lucy, and everything you've wondered about Cage. Let's see how they got to where they are right now.

PRESENT:
It's time to prepare to go back out on tour. Let's meet the Blush Baby and get everyone settled in for what looks to be like a kick ass finish to the BFD tour.






 

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Author Bio

I was born and raised in Wisconsin and still live here today with my two sons and puppy. (Though one day soon I hope to move to southern California!)

I’m an avid reader who gets inspired by reading the stories from my favorite authors as well as listening to various types of music. I am a huge fan of music, chocolate, fruit, desserts, autumn, M. Shadows, Avenged Sevenfold, and Milo Ventimiglia. Through my books, I am proudly creating new Avenged Sevenfold and Milo Ventimiglia fans one reader at a time.

I absolutely love interacting with readers and invite you to contact me any time via email: Anne@AnneMercierAuthor.com.

“The best part of being an author, to me, is being able to take the reader to that one place they long to go when they need to escape reality. Knowing I can do that, for even one reader, makes what I do worthwhile.” ~ Anne Mercier Hugs and love,
Anne xoxo





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Cover Reveal for Cruel Boundaries by Michelle Horst @MichelleAHorst


Title: Cruel Boundaries

Author: Michelle Horst

Genre: Dark Romance

Release Date: July 30th, 2015

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Synopsis
He’s my cousin and I love to hate him. He bullies me. He tries to break me every chance he gets I remind him constantly that he’s adopted. It’s the only weapon I have against him.
Authors Note and WARNING: Cruel Boundaries is a work of fiction intended for adult readers above 18. It contains dark and sensitive subject matter that may make readers uncomfortable. Contains explicit language and descriptions of sexual situations. *** Standalone *** *** No Cliffhanger *** *** HEA *** This book is not for everyone. Please only read it if you can handle the subject matter and are able to keep an open mind whilst reading. If you want a perfect love story, this is not it.
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Michelle Horst is thirty seven years old and is from the land of milk and honey. She's been in love with reading from an early age. She has a passion for other cultures, but she has an ultimate soft spot for nature and animals. She first tried her hand at writing in early 2009 and as the first words started to form into a book, she knew she was hooked. Dreams spilled onto pages, and that was the beginning of a wonderful journey. One filled with joy. One filled with passion and heart stopping moments. But most of all, it's filled with such pride and peace as a story comes to life, and characters fill your life, living in the very walls of your mind, living in the minds of your readers. There is nothing as satisfying as that. Thank you for each and every story you share with me. Sunshine Smiles from around the world and back,Michelle ;).

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Title: Small Town Summer Box Set
Authors: Various
 Release Date: July 15, 2015


From warm sunny days to long sultry nights, spend your summer falling in love in a small town!

These nine contemporary romances featuring sassy heroines, sexy heroes, and lots of heartwarming romance make the perfect beach read. Whether your pleasure is sweet small town romance or smolderingly sexy love stories, there's something in the Small Town Summer box set for everyone!

Small Town Summer includes novellas from nine BESTSELLING, AWARD WINNING, and RISING STAR authors:

AWAKENING ANNA by Wall Street Journal Bestselling author Terri Osburn
ANYWHERE WITH YOU by Heatherly Bell
MOONSHINE & MAGNOLIAS by National Bestselling author Jamie Farrell
SUMMER IN STRINGTOWN PROPER by Liz Flaherty
SUMMER STOCK by Regina Kyle
SERENA’S SOLDIER by Amy Lamont 
A KISS IN KITE HARBOR by Stefanie London 
HER LAST SHOT by Megan Ryder
SWEET HOME ALASKA by Rebecca Thomas








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Awakening Anna by Terri Osburn

Librarian Anna Robinson is fascinated by Max Marshall, the hot young writer occupying the bestseller lists, and the apartment above hers. In one night, Max awakens Anna to true sexual pleasure, but the new lovers quickly learn that one night is never enough.

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Anywhere With You by Heatherly Bell

Welcome to Starlight Hill, California, where the wine flows freely and so does the gossip.

Celebrity stylist Kailey Robbins wants a second chance with ex-military pilot Joe Hannigan, but can she convince him that this time she’ll settle down into small town life?

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Moonshine & Magnolias by Jamie Farrell

Shelby’s a newly single mother learning how to be herself again. Zack’s the hot military man next door who loves a good adventure. And a chance encounter at a steamy summer softball game will challenge what they both thought they knew about their hearts, their lives, and their forevers.

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Summer in Stringtown Proper by Liz Flaherty

Banker Molly Linden never expected to be alone and unemployed at fifty. Buying hunky carpenter Joe Rahilly’s saloon takes care of the employment situation, but she’s still alone. Or is she?

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Summer Stock by Regina Kyle

Jax Donovan left his hometown—and high school sweetheart Georgi Petersen—for the bright lights of Broadway. Now he’s back, but can he convince the lovely librarian that their romance is worth rekindling, on stage and off?

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Serena's Soldier by Amy Lamont

Young nurse Serena Adessi can't wait to be reunited with the soldier she's loved for as long as she can remember. But when Mace Palmer sustains a career-ending injury while deployed, can she convince him he still has a future worth fighting for?

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A Kiss in Kite Harbor
by Stefanie London

When plus size model, Shelby Jenkins, returns to her hometown she must face up to the bullies from her past, but the only person who can help her is the one who broke her heart. Small town advocate Nate Ritter is ready for redemption, but will he lose the woman of his dreams to the big city again?

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Her Last Shot by Megan Ryder

Girl next door Rachel Darling has been in love with local baseball hero, Bastien LeBeau, for her whole life. Now that he's back in town, can she convince him that she’s the right woman for him or will he lose the best thing that might ever happen to him?

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Sweet Home Alaska by Rebecca Thomas

When Lauren Kinkade abandons her Hollywood dreams to run the family business back in Alaska, she reaches out to a former schoolmate to help get things off the ground. Trey Briggs has his reasons for turning her down, but can he really resist the girl he’s always wanted?

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*All stories included in Small Town Summer are novella length. Readers will have the chance to catch up with their favorite authors and sample some brand new ones. *



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Cover Reveal of Inside Your Beauty by Alexa Keith @Alexa_Keith_

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Title: Inside Your Beauty
Author: Alexa Keith
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What if you had the chance to walk away from the only life you’ve ever known, would you take it?
Allison Winters didn’t have that option. Her husband came home one night with divorce papers in hand. He told her- she had fifteen minutes to pack herself, their three kids up, and get out.
Allison, did it in ten.
Being on the road and living unrestricted for three months, Allison and her three kids happened to stumbled upon a quaint little town called, Birdsfall. Loving the pure and simplicity of their new life style, things couldn’t get any better.
Until she got pulled over.
Hunter Quaid was in no hurry to find a girl and settle down. He lived the life most men dreamed of living. Being a cop in a small town, owning a bar, and having his piece on the side, things couldn’t get any better.
Until he pulled her over.
Hunter flashed his lights, the vehicle pulled to the side, and he approached the car. What happened next he wasn’t prepared for.
When pasts are brought back to haunt them.
New situations arise to complicate them.
Will they both be ready to have the strength to hold on?
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She started to slowly lift herself up, and then back down again. I thought my head was going to explode, both heads. Ally started circling her hips while she continued to fuck me painfully slow. “Fuck that feels good.”
“Yeah?” She asked breathlessly.
“Fuck, yeah.” I replied.
“How about this?” She retorted, and I watched her hazel eyes darken as she began to move quicker and quicker. Her body slapping down on me. As amazing as it felt, I saw it, I saw exactly what she was doing. And I let her. I let her fuck me hard while she tried to fill all those horrible memories with what she was doing to me, taking control. I again, hoped she was transferring her pain into me and erasing all those raw recollections of guys fucking her.
Ally cried out, “Ohhh, God!” I groaned when I felt her pussy tighten around my cock and started thrusting up every time she went down causing her to heavily moan. “Yes, Hunter don’t stop.”
I held her hips tight and plunged inside her as I felt her walls constrict around me. “Yeah, baby that’s it.”
I drove deep as Ally screamed through her orgasm. “Hunter, yes, oh god, yes.”
The look on her face when she came, the feel of her on my cock, she broke me. I needed to brand her in some way, and driving deep and hard into her was the only thing I could do.
“Oh my god, Hunter…” Ally cried and screamed as another orgasm ripped through her body. She trembled and convulsed while I held her snug to me. Her breasts rising and falling rapidly against my sweat soaked chest.
“Ohhh, fuck, Ally…” I grated between gritted teeth against her damp neck spilling my seed deep inside her pussy.
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Alexa Keith is an independent self-published author. She spends most days locked away in her own head. When she does venture out, it’s always a new journey. Alexa resides in the sunshine state, also known as Florida, with her three favorite testosterone filled men. She loves to spend her free time with family and friends. Or, when she has time to herself, reading a good book. She has an unhealthy addiction to coffee and Almond Joy coffee creamer. Her love for writing started at an early age. She would stare out the windows in school as her imagination ran wild. To which, Alexa can’t count how many times she was lectured for her lack of concentration. To this day, her mind is still running. She has come to the stage in her life where she has finally been able to put those thoughts and stories in black and white. Therefore, keep your eyes open for more from Alexa Keith.
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