Friday, January 30, 2015

Laurie Roma's January Syposium: Fly Me To The Moon

This month Laurie Roma asked her friends and fellow authors to share what their writing goals are for this year.

Read on and find out what we all had to say!




Join me for Kali Argent's January Fave 5


Kali Argent invited some of her fellow authors and friends to stop by her blog MY MUSE AND ME and share five of our favorite memories from 2104 for her January Fave 5: Reflections.

Stop by and find out what my picks were for my top 5 moments from 2014.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Throwback Thursday--Book Edition (Indescribably Delicious by Marcia Evanick)

This week I've dug back through my keeper shelf and found a Loveswept from 1990--Indescribably Delicious by Marcia Evanick. (Loveswept #404)

This is family romance at its best. If you come across a copy of this book, it's definitely worth a read.



Dillon McKenzie followed a tantalizing scent to his neighbor's kitchen... and found delicious temptation living next door!

Single mom Elizabeth Lancaster had raised her young son alone, and built a successful business creating scrumptious cakes and candies, but when she learned that a father and two sons had moved in nearby, she was delighted! Now Aaron would have kids to play with, and maybe she could pick up some fathering tips. But when Dillon kissed her in the moonlight and awakened a gorgeous firebrand, she showed him just what he'd been missing for so long. A brief, painful marriage had made Elizabeth wary of admitting she'd fallen in love, but once Dillon had given her hope, she had to risk telling the truth.

No man had ever called her beautiful and made her believe it until now, but could she and Dillon join their families, and their dreams?

Sunday, January 25, 2015

Night of the Tiger is an Audiobook

I'm thrilled to announce that NIGHT OF THE TIGER, the first book in the Hades' Carnival series, is now available as an audiobook from AUDIBLE.COM!




To win the battle for his soul, he may have to sacrifice the woman who set him free.

Hades' Carnival, Book 1: 

Aimee Horner lives and breathes her career as a graphic novel illustrator, but she never expected it would invade her dreams. In recent months, worsening nightmares have pulled her into the darkest corners of Hell. On a rare night out with friends at a traveling carnival, she finds herself strangely drawn to an abandoned carousel adorned with vividly exotic animals. One steed, a massive white tiger, is a temptation she can't resist. The moment she climbs upon him, her world changes forever.

More than 5000 years ago, Roric and his fellow shapeshifting warriors were imprisoned in their animal forms, a last-ditch effort by the goddess they served to save them from the horrors of Hell. With one special woman's touch, he has a chance at freedom and redemption - but the clock is ticking. If he is still alive in 24 hours, the spell will be broken, and Hell will have no claim on his soul. The only hitch is his blazing attraction to Aimee. If only he could trust that she isn't merely a distraction sent by Hades - luscious bait to lure him from his mission.

Warning: This audiobook contains an ancient curse, an imprisoned goddess, a graphic artist, and the hot shapeshifting immortal warrior who turns her life upside down while they battle Hades and his minions for their immortal souls. There is also plenty of hot sex between the heroine and her hot, shapeshifting warrior. Just saying.

©2013 N.J. Walters (P)2014 Audible Inc.

Night of the Tiger is narrator by  Carly Robins.

"Carly Robins is an actress, voice-over artist, producer, and writer living in Brooklyn, NY. Favorite roles include Judith in The Possibilities, Everybody Dies, and Magic Metro Card. She has been in several web series including I’m Sorry Melissa, Headhunters, and Fantasy Sports League for Bloomberg Sports. In addition, she co-produced and starred in The Dead Walk In Brooklyn short film series. Her voice can be heard in commercials, promos, video games, and audio narration (she just finished her 5th book!). She was also featured on an episode of the Style Network’s Married Away. TV work includes on One Life To Live, Guiding Light, and As The World Turns. She is currently working on two pilots for food based lifestyle shows."

Friday, January 23, 2015

Weekend Book Club--Trust No One by Jayne Ann Krentz

Jayne Ann Krentz is an autobuy for me, so it's not surprising that my first weekend book club for 2015 features her latest book TRUST NO ONE.

This has everything you'd expect from one of her books--action, mystery, witty dialogue, and a hero and heroine you can fall in love with.



BLURB:

It’s no coincidence when Grace Elland finds a vodka bottle next to the lifeless body of her boss, motivational speaker Sprague Witherspoon. The bottle is a terrifying—and deliberate—reminder of the horrors of her past.

Grace retreats to her hometown to regroup and tries to put everything she’s learned about positive thinking into practice—a process that is seriously challenged on the world’s worst blind date.

Awkward doesn’t begin to describe her evening with venture-capitalist Julius Arkwright. She has nothing in common with a man who lives to make money, but the intense former Marine does have some skills that Grace can use—and he’s the perfect man to help her when it becomes clear she is being stalked.

As Witherspoon’s financial empire continues to crumble around them, taking a deadly toll, Julius will help Grace step into her past to uncover a devious plan to destroy not only Grace, but everyone around her…

Monday, January 19, 2015

Craig's Heart in PRINT!





Look what came in the mail today!



Buy Craig's Heart in PRINT!



A vampire’s heart is not meant to beat this fast.

Legacy, Book 7

Craig Lawton’s life is full. Filled with normal things like work as a video-game creator and financial investor, and not-so-normal things like two half-werewolf siblings and a vampire best friend.

He’s accustomed to being the only human in the room…until he attempts to help a desperate, newly made vampire in the throes of her first transformation.

Evie Pelowski is a woman alone. Left alone in a filthy alley to become a monster like the one that attacked her, unable to control the bloodlust surging through her veins. Now she’s done the unforgivable—turned her Good Samaritan into a monster just like her.

They must face the future while coming to grips with their new realities. But despite a strong bond ignited by blood and forged in the heat of sexual desire, despite Craig’s unshakeable determination to teach her to trust, Evie knows nothing she loves ever stays. Especially when the vampire who made her wants her back—and he’ll kill anyone who gets in his way.


Warning: The transformative power of love collides with the bite of a vampire to create one heck of a love story. Mix in some smokin’ hot sex, some very nasty bad guys, a disgruntled family and an ancient vampire and you’ll be stretching your neck for a bite.



Tuesday, January 13, 2015

Heart of the Serpent has Arrived!

HEART OF THE SERPENT, my new Hades' Carnival novella, is finally here!


Thank you to all my readers who kept asking for Mordecai's story. And don't worry, there are two more Hades' Carnival novellas coming this year.



 BLURB:


Just when you thought the Devil had gotten his due, he’s back for more.


Hades’ Carnival, Book 5

Now that the five-thousand-year curse that kept him and his fellow shapeshifting warriors trapped in animal form has been lifted, Mordecai doesn’t quite know what to do with himself. He is free—in theory.

Hell left its stain on his soul, and his relationship with the warriors who once trusted him is uneasy. The only bright spot in his life is Jessica, whose shining innocence he dare not taint with his inner darkness. But it’s getting harder and harder to stay away from her.

Jessica longs for the days she and Mordecai shared an easy friendship. Now he seems as distant as the stars. He denies there’s a problem, but she’s determined to penetrate his shields.

Hades has been plotting his revenge from his prison. He can’t harm Mordecai without harming himself. But there’s nothing to stop him from wreaking havoc by hurting the one woman Mordecai would give his life to protect—Jessica.


Warning: Vengeance, hot steamy sex and heart-melting romance.


Saturday, January 10, 2015

Wolf in her Bed has been Joyfully Reviewed

WOLF IN HER BED has received a wonderful review from Jo at Joyfully Reviewed.



"Watching as the entire Salvation pack helped Anny come to terms with her new life had me knowing that Anny and Armand’s life would be full of love and friendship even while the pack war rages on.  Wolf in her Bed takes the horrors of a pack war and the wonder of love and mating, mixes them up, and proves that love will always win that battle." ~Jo


Thursday, January 08, 2015

Craig's Heart in PRINT

I'm thrilled to announce that CRAIG'S HEART is now available in PRINT!




A vampire’s heart is not meant to beat this fast.

Legacy, Book 7

Craig Lawton’s life is full. Filled with normal things like work as a video-game creator and financial investor, and not-so-normal things like two half-werewolf siblings and a vampire best friend.

He’s accustomed to being the only human in the room…until he attempts to help a desperate, newly made vampire in the throes of her first transformation.

Evie Pelowski is a woman alone. Left alone in a filthy alley to become a monster like the one that attacked her, unable to control the bloodlust surging through her veins. Now she’s done the unforgivable—turned her Good Samaritan into a monster just like her.

They must face the future while coming to grips with their new realities. But despite a strong bond ignited by blood and forged in the heat of sexual desire, despite Craig’s unshakeable determination to teach her to trust, Evie knows nothing she loves ever stays. Especially when the vampire who made her wants her back—and he’ll kill anyone who gets in his way.


Warning: The transformative power of love collides with the bite of a vampire to create one heck of a love story. Mix in some smokin’ hot sex, some very nasty bad guys, a disgruntled family and an ancient vampire and you’ll be stretching your neck for a bite.


Sunday, January 04, 2015

Two Great Reviews for Heart of the Serpent

I'm thrilled that HEART OF THE SERPENT, the fifth book in the Hades' Carnival series due out on January 13th, has already received two wonderful reviews!




Annetta Sweetko at Fresh Fiction says:


"HEART OF THE SERPENT is the amazing, thrilling addition to the Hades Carnival series!...All the past characters are back and they now realize that though the worst might be over, they must still be prepared for whatever hell sends their way. Can't wait for the next installation of Hades Carnival! HEART OF THE SERPENT is on my TRA shelf as are all Ms. Walters' books with room for more."




Angel at Angel's Addiction Book Blog says:

"AWESOME. FREAKING. BOOK. My heart hurt for Mordecai, he was just so lonely and just didn't feel like he deserved any happiness for himself. Heart wrenching, sweet, action packed and schmexy as all get out. I just can't even recommend this book enough! Seriously people... Please, please, please, check out this series if you haven't already."


Friday, January 02, 2015

What's Coming in 2015

2015 is shaping up to be another busy year for me. First up on January 6th is the release of Craig's Heart (Legacy--book 7) in PRINT!


Then on January 13th, the shapeshifting immortal warriors are back with the release of HEART OF THE SERPENT, the fifth book in the Hades' Carnival series. You can pre-order at Amazon! 


This is the first of three Hades' Carnival novellas that will be releasing this year.



Flame of the Phoenix, book 6 in the Hades' Carnival series, is out on April 14th.

Lure of the Jaguar is the 7th and final book in the Hades' Carnival series. Watch for it on July 14th.

I also have both PRINT and an EBook releasing in the Salvation Pack series. April 7th is the day you can buy Wolf at the Door (Salvation Pack--book 1) in PRINT! Wolf in her Bed is available in PRINT on July 7th and Wolf on the Run on August 25th!

October 13th marks the arrival of Wolf from the Past (Salvation Pack--book 4), a brand new Salvation book. I'm so excited that Wolf from the Past will be available in PRINT and EBOOK on the same day!

Also, in a bit of a preview for 2016, Wolf on the Hunt (Salvation Pack--book 5) is due to be released in January 2016.

That's all I know for sure right now, but keep watching my website and Facebook page for more details as they become available.





Thursday, January 01, 2015

January Newsletter

The January 2015 issue of Awakening Desires—the Newsletter of Romance Author N.J. Walters—is now available.

Be sure to check out all the latest news, contests and an excerpt.

As always, some lucky newsletter subscriber wins a prize. All you have to do to be eligible to win is go to Awakening Desires Newsletter and join. While you’re there, you can check out back issues of the newsletter.


Happy New Year!

 
Wishing you all a healthy, happy and prosperous 2015!