TVBT: SINFUL REWARDS 7 by Cynthia Sax (Bikers & Billionaires Novella) @Avonbooks #AvonRed #Erotic #Guest #Giveaway

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Sinful Rewards 7

A Billionaires and Bikers Novella

Cynthia Sax 

Released January 20th, 2015

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Bee Carter has been offered everything she has ever dreamed of—a caring, lasting relationship with a handsome, often charming billionaire; the permanent home she's never had but has always craved; and wealth to buy the designer fashions she loves, support her hard-working mother, and ensure her acceptance by Chicago's elite.

To obtain what she's desired for so long, she has to do only two things: Walk away from her best friend, a woman who is destined to betray her … and end her passionate nightly encounters with a certain tattooed biker, a former Marine who can never give her what she needs.

Her answer should be clear, but the heart has a way of complicating even the most straightforward decisions.

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What Would You Give Up For Your Dreams? 
by Cynthia Sax

I truly believe that almost every dream is possible. If I wanted to become a unicorn, I could find some crazy plastic surgeons and other medical folks who could make this dream a reality. (Yes, I think about these things – I AM a writer! Grins)

The main reason a dream doesn’t become reality is because the price is too high. It might take a million dollars or more worth of surgery to turn me into a rainbow maned, one horned, four hoofed equine. It would also be extremely painful. I don’t want to become a unicorn enough to trade my health and the money I don’t yet have.

I have happily paid the (much lower) price for other dreams. When I switched from business to writing full time, I gave up income (my dear wonderful hubby has graciously agreed to bankroll this decision, paying our bills until I’m successful) and time (every spare moment is spent writing or engaging in writing related activities – I spent Christmas Day completing revisions for Sinful Rewards 12). For me, this trade off is well worth it. For you, it might not be.

In Sinful Rewards 7, my sizzling hot contemporary erotic romance serial, Bee, our heroine, is offered everything she has ever wanted—marriage to a wonderful handsome man, a home, help with her mom, all of the wonderful fashions she adores, financial stability and a place in Chicago society.

But there’s a price. One requirement is that she walks away from her best friend, Cyndi, that she no longer associates with the bubbly, man crazy, party girl. This is an extremely severe sacrifice for our loyal heroine to make for her dream.

To add complexity to this decision, Bee suspects her relationship with Cyndi might be doomed anyway. It might not survive her newly acquired reputation. Cyndi’s image-conscious father could force the two women to part ways.

If Bee says yes to the offer, she’ll give up her best friend. If she says no to the offer, there’s a possibility that her best friend might reject her. Bee could be left with nothing, forgo her dream yet pay the dream’s price.

What would you do? Would you walk away from your best friend to realize your dream? Have you turned any of your dreams into reality?

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Cynthia Sax lives in a world filled with magic and romance. Although her heroes may not always say, "I love you," they will do anything for the women they adore. They live passionately. They play hard. They love the same women forever. Cynthia has loved the same wonderful man forever. Her supportive hubby offers himself up to the joys and pains of research while they travel the world together, meeting fascinating people and finding inspiration in exotic places such as Istanbul, Bali, and Chicago.

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New Release: FAT LOUISE by Jamie Begley (Biker Bitches #2) #Giveaway #Review @Jamie_Begley #BikerBitches

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Fat Louise
Biker Bitches # 2 
Jamie Begley
Released Jan 23rd, 2015

Young Ink Press

She needed a hero; instead, she got Cade.

Cade was no hero. He was a nomad, a wanderer with no ties and he liked it that way. Hired out to save Fat Louise and her spoiled sister from a cartel run Mexican city was a risk he was willing to take, for the right price. With a certain gray eyed woman on his mind, he sets out to find her, fuck her and forget her. No harm, no foul. But it's all easier said than done when it comes to this plain Jane.

He expected a biker bitch who knew the rules; instead, he got Fat Louise.

Fat Louise wasn’t about to put her crew in danger. She had to learn to handle problems on her own, even if they included a six-foot biker she was forced to rely on, if she was going to rescue her sister. She never expected to see Cade again after she'd left Mexico, but all it takes is one night with him to prove that even a bitch’s heart can be broken.

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So, I am just going to put it all out there and say...Fat Louise broke my heart...yep...I cried, and I know that you will be just as touched as I was once you get into FAT LOUISE, the second in the Biker Bitches Series by Jamie Begley.  I think the only other JB romance I cried during was KNOX'S STAND, but that's cause I was super emotionally involved with Knox and Diamonds story...and Knox is a friggin marshmallow.....(#TeamKnox), sorry, back to Fat Louise (Jane) and Sexy Mr. Cade....love him, hate him...it's all the same to him!

I think Jamie really shakes things up with the Biker Bitches novellas.  She takes these tough biker chicks, and she totally turns the tables on our assumptions on these ladies.  I mean, SEX PISTON a Virgin...WHAT?!  And now Fat Louise heading into a cartel run, mexican city to save her spoiled bitch of a sister....You Go Fat Louise!!  (and I have to say, I LOVE that her name is Jane).

Cade had NO idea what he was getting himself into when he took the job to extract the girls, and after he is done with the job, he finds himself being drawn to Jane, and he takes matters into his own hands. What happens isn't an easy HEA, it's heartbreak, stupid pride and some very yummy make up sex...hee hee

Begley rocks the bicthes!!  Keep em coming girl!  I need me some Train and Killyama next!  

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"I was born in a small town in Kentucky. My family began poor, but worked their way to owning a restaurant. My mother was one of the best cooks I have ever known, and she instilled in all her children the value of hard work, and education.

Taking after my mother, I've always love to cook, and became pretty good if I do say so myself. I love to experiment and my unfortunate family has suffered through many. They now have learned to steer clear of those dishes. I absolutely love the holidays and my family puts up with my zany decorations.

For now, my days are spent writing, writing, and writing. I have two children who both graduated this year from college. My daughter does my book covers, and my son just tries not to blush when someone asks him about my books.

Currently I am writing five series of books- The Last Riders, The VIP Room, Predators MC, Biker Bitches, and The Dark Souls.

All my books are written for one purpose- the enjoyment others find in them, and the expectations of my fans that inspire me to give it my best.”

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Series Reading Order

Razer's Ride (The Last Riders, #1) 

Viper's Run (The Last Riders, #2) 

Knox's Stand (The Last Riders, #3) 

Sex Piston (Biker Bitches, #1) 

Teased (The VIP Room, #1) 

Tainted (The VIP Room, #2) 

Shade's Fall (The Last Riders, #4) 

King (The VIP Room, #3)

Cash's Fight (The Last Riders, #5)

TVBT: I DO! by Rachel Gibson (Lovett Texas Novella) @avonbooks #Review #Giveaway #BookBundle

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In New York Times bestselling author Rachel Gibson's newest novella, Vince Haven and Sadie Hollowell are headed to the altar, and all their friends are headed to Lovett, Texas, to join them for the party of the year.

But Becca Ramsey doesn't have time for all that. Fresh out of beauty school, Becca's all business … and the last thing she needs is bad boy Nate Parrish anywhere in her life.

In the past, Nate was trouble. He's been trying to repair his reputation—heck, he's even got just one girlfriend. The problem is, she isn't Becca. Now Nate's in a whole lot of hot water. He needs to get Becca from "I won't" to "I do" … but how can he do that when she won't even say "I might"?

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Short, Sweet and...a chance to catch up with old friends!  That's what you will get with I DO!, the new novella from Rachel Gibson in the Lovett Texas series.  The novella was a recap of the past couple from the Lovett, Texas series (Vince, Blake, Beau, the Parrish's) and a super short romance between Becca, who we have met in RESCUE ME, and Nathan Parrish, yep...teenage Nathan is all grown up and just as sexy as his daddy!

I loved that I got to catch up with the past couples, which could have been the whole novella, but there was the short romance which was a bit too short for me.  I really was excited about Nathan having a story, and just wanted more!!  

Definitely worth the read it you are a true, die-hard Gibson fan, as I am!  Newbies, might want to start at the beginning...so make sure to enter the giveaway!!

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Rachel Gibson lives in Idaho with her husband, three kids, two cats and a dog of mysterious origin. She began her fiction career at age 16, when she ran her car into the side of a hill, retrieved the bumper, and drove to a parking lot, where she strategically scattered the car’s broken glass all about. She told her parents she’d been the victim of a hit and run and they believed her. She’s been making up stories ever since, although she gets paid better for them nowadays.

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TVBT: UNEXPECTED EDEN by Rhenna Morgan (Eden #1) #PNR #Fantasy #Interview #Giveaway @KensingtonBooks

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Unexpected Eden

The Eden Series # 1 

Rhenna Morgan

Released December 29th, 2014 

Lyrical / Kensington

Most people believe Eden no longer exists. Lexi Merrill’s about to learn they’re wrong. A hard-working bartender with a self-sufficient backbone and a wary nature, she knows pickup lines like a second language. So, when Eryx Shantos barges into her world with too-smooth words and a body to back it up, she locks up her libido and vows to keep her distance.

Eryx has other ideas. As king of the Myren race, Eryx is duty-bound to enforce the laws preventing exposure of their existence to humans. Yet The Fates have led him through his dreams to Lexi, a temptation he doesn’t want to resist. The question is, is she Myren, or human - which makes her forbidden fruit?

When Eryx’s nemesis tags Lexi as his next target, Eryx insists on taking her home where he can keep her safe. Lexi had no idea “home” would mean the one-and-only land of creation…or that she’d trigger a prophecy that could doom her newfound race.

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Hello and thanks for stopping by and visiting with A Tasty Read. It is so nice to have Rhenna Morgan here.

Rhenna, What do you do when you are not writing?

It sounds super lame, but when I’m not writing, keeping my two daughters in line, or spending time with my hubby, I’m reading. I’m a Type A personality through and through, so the mental “disconnect” I get from reading keeps me from going bonky.

Do you ever write in your PJ’s?

I’d live in them if I could! So, yes. Bring on the PJ’s! (Yoga pants make a nice alternative though.) J

If you could have any superpower what would you choose?

Since it’s the superpower that gave me the original idea for The Eden Series, I’m gonna go with telekinesis.

One day while I was shuffling around the kitchen, prepping food for a visiting couple, I actually caught myself trying to levitate a bottle of water from across the room. It was a completely reflexive action—one I realized later was because I’d been dreaming of moving things with my mind.

It got me thinking…what if those dreams were a sign I had powers I hadn’t yet been awakened to? About four days and lots of daydreams later, Lexi’s story was born.

Where is one place in the world that you would really love to visit someday?

I’d give anything to do a Scotland/Ireland/England trip. And as odd as it sounds, I’d love to do it solo. Just meander around quietly and take in all the sites.

One of your favorite quotes – 

Be the kind of woman that, when your feet hit the floor each morning, the devil says, “Oh, crap. She’s up.”

What is your favorite gadget?

Kind of depends on how much battery is left.  My go to device right now is my iPhone 6 Plus, with a close 2nd being my iPad mini.

Do you prefer print books or ebooks?

Ebooks. I love, love, love being able to carry my whole library with me. One never knows when the mood for an oldie might strike.

Candles or spray air fresheners?

Candles. Though my old landlord will tell you, wicker candleholders are a bad, bad idea. Long story. It all started with a hot man and the manner in which he distracted me…

What do you collect? Trinkets? Books? Gadgets?

Readers and iPhone/iPad mini cases.
I know, I know! I’m the weirdest person on the planet…

Real sugar or artificial sweetener?

Real sugar, baby!

Coke or Pepsi?

Coke. But not new Coke. That was just a bad idea altogether.

Do you prefer coffee, tea, or hot cocoa?

Coffee.

Regular or decaf?

I do not understand decaf.

Red, or white wine?

Red. Almost always red.

Skittles or M&Ms?

M&M’s. Chocolate always trumps any other sweet.

Besides writing what other artistic talents, do you have?

Through college, and off and on for about ten years afterwards, I sang in either rock or country bands. I rarely croon anymore, but man! Do I have some wild pictures with some serious 80’s hair…

What types of books do you write?

As far as genre goes, either contemporary fantasy romance, or straight contemporary romance—all of it on the hot side. If I had to coin a phrase for overall expectations, I’d say romantic escape. Life’s challenging as hell, so I like to write the kind of books that let you check your brain at the door.

What's the hardest part of the writing process for you?

The first draft. The stories come to me pretty easy, but the discipline it takes to get from the first page to the end is pretty intense.

Who's your favorite Author?

My favorites vacillate a lot depending on my mood, but right now I’d say Kristen Ashley. That woman writes hot heroes like no one’s business.

How long does it take you to write a book?

Plotting, first draft, and all subsequent edits—5 months. The bulk of that is the first draft at about 3 months, during which time my family treats me like a grizzly bear cooped up in a tiny cage. They just sort of throw chocolate at me and hope I don’t escape.

Out of all of your characters, which is your favorite? Why?

So far, Ludan’s my guy. He’s Eryx’s somo (or body guard) and is a pretty tight-lipped fella—which, of course, means he’ll probably fight me tooth and nail when it’s time to put his story on the page. His happily ever after will be the last of the four book series.

What does your family think of your writing?

Some days they’re super supportive, and some days they want to commit me. Hard to blame them. My mood swings while writing, editing, and pitching a book get a little crazy.

For the most part though, they’re my calm point in the middle of it all. And they definitely cheer the loudest with each success.

What does your writing schedule look like?

5am – Get up, do mommy stuff, get dressed and get to work.

7am – Day job.

4pm – Rush home to the kiddos, do mommy stuff, workout (if I can swing it), eat and get everyone showered, then ready for bed.

7pm – Write.

9pm – Read and thank God I made it through the day.

10pm – Pass out.


Do you have any advice for new writers?

Be open. Learn. Surround yourself with quality writers who’ve been successful and who generate a helpful, happy life. Ask them questions and watch what works for them.

But most of all—don’t give up.

Do you use your OWN experiences?

Absolutely. Maybe not the actual event, but definitely the emotions I experience. For me, emotion is what makes a story. It’s what pulls me in and makes it so I don’t want to put a book down.

What are you working on now?

Book two in The Eden Series, Healing Eden, is off to the editor and is slated for release in winter of 2015. I just finished the first draft of book three, Waking Eden, and am about to tackle the final installment, Eden’s Deliverance. In between all of that, I’m starting my new Haven series—a gritty contemporary featuring men who know what they want and aren’t afraid to break the rules to get it.

What do you hope readers will take away from your books?

I hope they enjoy the ride. That they turn the last page with a tiny, satisfied sigh. If I’ve helped them disconnect from reality for a bit and they enjoyed the characters, I’ve done my job.

Thank you so much for taking time to chat with me today Rhenna Morgan. It's been a pleasure having you and I wish you much success in the future.

Absolutely! And thanks for helping me share my new release! Hope to see you all soon in paradise!

Love,
Rhenna

Rhenna Morgan writes for the same reason she reads—to escape reality.

Yes, her life rocks—two beautiful little girls, a great husband, a steady job, and the kind of friends that would take you out back if you hurt her. But, like most women, she’s got obligations stacked tight from dusk to dawn. So, when the world gets her down, she slips into something…less realistic.

Romance is a must. So is a steamy romp (or four). Nothing thrills her more than the fantasy of new, exciting worlds, strong, intuitive men, and the sigh of, “Oh if only that could happen to me.”

So, if you’re picking up one of her books, expect portals into alternate realms and men who’ll fight to keep the women they want. Romantic escape for the women who need it.

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BACK TO BEFORE by Tracy Solheim #NewRelease #Contemproary #MeettheHero @TracyKSolheim

BACK TO BEFORE

Second Chances #1

Tracy Solheim

Berkley

Released Jan 6th, 2015

Chances Inlet, North Carolina, has an infamous power for second chances. But its charms are lost on the town’s favorite son—until she comes along…

When his father’s sudden death puts his family’s construction business in serious debt, architect Gavin McAlister is forced to put his dream career in New York on hold. Making matters worse, his fiancée calls it quits. Desperate to return to his big-city life, he discovers an opportunity to save his family, one that has him reluctantly starring in a home restoration TV show.

Former soap star Ginger Walsh hopes this job as a TV makeup artist will lead to better things. So far it’s only brought her to a hamlet full of people who don’t like her—except Gavin. After a wild night out leads to Ginger waking up in Gavin’s loft—and the rest of town talking—the two of them soon wonder if getting back to before is what they want. Because being in each other’s arms certainly feels like what they need…

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Name:  Gavin McAlister

Age: Thirty-one

Occupation: Architect

Physical Description:  

Athletic build (former college football player) brown hair, hazel eyes and a wicked dimple on his left check. (Voted Cosmo’s Bachelor of the Month)

Likes (3) 

Dogs, Quiet walks on the beach, Working with his hands

Dislikes (3) 

Pickles, Urban sprawl, Lying

Relationship Status:  

Single, after his runaway bride ditched him three days before their wedding

Typical Friday Night: 

Hanging out with his buddies and playing football on the beach

Drink of Choice: 

beer or the free coffee he gets every morning from the old lady who runs the Java Jolt.

Favorite Food: 

The Eggs Benedict his mom serves at her B&B.

Favorite Song: 

Thunder Road by Bruce Springsteen

Choice of Transportation: 

Jeep Cherokee

Boxers or Briefs: 

Boxer-briefs.

Best Memory to Date: 

The day he took ownership of the Dresden House and was able to refurbish it.

Words to live by:  

“Family first.”  Or, “You can’t always get what you want.”

Tracy's creative writing career started in the fourth grade when she published her first book. It was a bestseller–mainly because her dad bought all ten copies. From there, she moved on to work for NBC Sports and then to writing reports and testimony for Congress.

Today, Tracy is the author of best selling contemporary romance novels featuring hot football players and the women who love them.

She lives in Georgia, with her husband, two nearly adult children, and a horse named after her first novel: Game On.

See what she's up to at www.tracysolheim.com.

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TVBT: JUST A TASTE by Shannyn Schroeder (O'Leary's #5) #Review #Giveaway #NewRelease @KensingtonBooks @SSchroeder_

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Just a Taste 

The O’Learys # 5

Shannyn Schroeder

Releasing January 19th, 2015

Kensington

Grief has brought them together again—will love open the door to their future? When it’s an O’Leary in the picture, finding out is just part of the adventure…

Carmen Delgado is left reeling when her father dies. Taking care of him has been her sole purpose for so long, she’s forgotten what it’s like to have dreams of her own. And with steady, sexy Liam O’Leary inheriting a share in her dad’s successful food truck, Carmen is suddenly free to explore her life’s possibilities. She never expected Liam to provide the kind of temptation she’s not sure she can resist…

A talented chef, Liam O’Leary has been itching to open his own restaurant for years—and the death of his mentor is a reminder that time passes too quickly. Gus’s Taco Taxi isn’t exactly what he dreamed of, but he can’t desert Gus’s daughter. Working side by side is an unexpected pleasure—and grownup Carmen is alluring in all new ways. Is love on the menu—or will old fears and insecurities drive them apart?

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Loved this Book!  Where have I been that this is the first in the O'Leary's series from Shannyn Schroeder that I have read.  I will just have to go back and grab the rest, if they are as much fun as JUST A TASTE!

Ever wanted to know how to operate and run a Food Truck?  JUST A TASTE follows Liam and Carmen as they work out the kinks of taking over for her father Gus who has recently passed away, and trying to make a relationship grow and work throughout!

In Typical Schroeder fashion, the characters were well built, the story line was super fresh (no pun intended) and I loved the interaction between Liam and Carmen, especially the bedroom scenes....talk about heating things up!  It was nice to see a couple of completely different backgrounds making it work, and getting past the insecurities of a new relationship, and BIG changes to each of their lives!

I am not a reader who always LOVES the heroine, I can only think of a handful that I truly love, but Carmen was awesome.  From her insecurities to her spark of attitude...She is a heroine I could relate to.  And Liam...quiet most of the time, but when he wants to talk...watch out!  And I like me a man who isn't selfish in bed...hee hee!

JUST A TASTE has all the ingredients for a Must Read Romance...Humor, Great Characters, and a lot of Sexual Chemistry!

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Shannyn Schroeder is the author of the O’Leary series, contemporary romances centered around a large Irish-American family in Chicago and the new Hot & Nerdy series about 3 nerdy friends and their last spring break. When she’s not wrangling her three kids or writing, she watches a ton of TV and loves to bake cookies.

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