Dark Velvet by Lisa Carlisle – paranormal erotic romance set at an art colony #booktrailer

 

Dark Velvet

darkvelvetGrad student Savannah Evans is thrilled to be accepted as a resident to a prestigious art colony. Where else would she be able to focus on her craft of writing poetry in a setting like that of the medieval-styled castle? The remote New England island is a respite from her hectic city life. When she meets her benefactor, a mysterious French sculptor, her expectations for carefree days writing near the ocean are distracted by unprofessional fantasies about her sponsor.

Antoine Chevalier built Les Beaux Arts on DeRoche Island to bring purpose back to an existence that has lost meaning. He’s wandered the earth for decades and finds solace in returning to art. When Savannah applies for a residency, something about her words touches him. After her arrival, a physical attraction grows between them, which he struggles against.  She deserves more than someone of his kind.

Antoine proposes they become lovers during her stay. But the situation turns complicated when Savannah discovers his secret. She had suspicions about his identity, but finds the truth overwhelming. Consumed by her desire for Antoine and faced with a tough decision, she is blind to the danger that has arrived at DeRoche Island.

A New Adult Erotic Romance
Paranormal / gargoyle / vampire / shapeshifter

Reviews

“Dark Velvet has a dark eroticism that makes you want to be Savannah. It is a book that is a good, quick and darkly thrilling read.” 

“…insanely hot chemistry between the female protagonist Savannah & vampire Antoine.  Their intensity starts off right away and you’re not a chapter in before it takes off like a rocket!”

“Sexy, dark, full of intrigue, art, and paranormal sexiness, Dark Velvet has it all in one hot package!”

“An Enchanting Story, as rich and sexy as Dark Velvet  – This is a seductive Gothic tale that will draw you in from the first page.”

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Book Spotlight: Familiar Desires by Rebecca Airies

Welcome to my fellow Ellora’s Cave author, Rebecca Airies, today. She’s sharing her new release. I love the cover!

Familiar Desires

Rebecca Airies
Available June 4 at Ellora’s Cave

Familiar Desires
Blurb:
Alana returns to her hometown to investigate a series of disappearances, but coming home means facing the men who are her wizards and mates. A spell forces her to work alongside the sexy-as-sin brothers and the heat of their ménage flares to life. Her inner shifter wants to emerge and claim her men, but there’s so much unsaid between them.
Kane and Michael have waited years for Alana. Their Familiar fled without explanation and this time she’s not going to slip away. Their shared magic grows more intense with each passing day, but they mean to show her that there’s more than a mystical bond between them. Michael and Kane will use the sizzling desire to lure her closer until she realizes she belongs with them.
Even as Michael, Kane and Alana savor the passion, they must discover who’s behind the kidnappings, before their chance at forever is taken away.

Excerpt:

Alana returns to her hometown to investigate a series of disappearances, but coming home means facing the men who are her wizards and mates. A spell forces her to work alongside the sexy-as-sin brothers and the heat of their ménage flares to life. Her inner shifter wants to emerge and claim her men, but there’s so much unsaid between them.

Kane and Michael have waited years for Alana. Their Familiar fled without explanation and this time she’s not going to slip away. Their shared magic grows more intense with each passing day, but they mean to show her that there’s more than a mystical bond between them. Michael and Kane will use the sizzling desire to lure her closer until she realizes she belongs with them.

Even as Michael, Kane and Alana savor the passion, they must discover who’s behind the kidnappings, before their chance at forever is taken away.

 

Excerpt 1:

As they walked out the door, Michael smiled at her. It was a little too smug for her liking. She stopped in the center of the sidewalk and frowned up at him.

“Why do you look so satisfied?” She tilted her head and waited for an answer.

“I was thinking that it wasn’t so bad for a first meal considering that you barely spoke to us the day before. We managed to talk some and get a few of the facts out in the open and now you seem a little more relaxed.” Michael shrugged.

“I’m resigned, I guess you could say, to working with you.” She didn’t try to sweeten the words. One meal with them hadn’t changed her mind even if it had given her plenty to think about. “I’m still leaving once we discover who’s doing this and stop the idiot.”

Alana didn’t know enough about what they wanted to talk with them about her plans to come back. Every time she thought about them as her mates mixed feelings swept over her. Caution warred with desire to be with them, drawing her attention away from everything but her two mates. Part of her wanted nothing more than to claim her mates, but doing that while she was on a mission didn’t seem to be the wisest thing. It would probably be best to wait until they could focus on their relationship. If she was here for any length of time, she would claim them and after that, she wouldn’t walk away from them. They hadn’t sent that letter and what she’d seen was almost definitely a mistaken impression, but still, she had some doubts that they could get along for a week, much less for life, as mates.  She wanted to keep a little distance between them. Now wasn’t the time to discover if they could get along or build a life together. They needed to focus.

“You’re not leaving, Alana. Not without us, not again. We’ve learned from our mistakes.” Michael frowned, but sounded utterly confident.

She glared at him. “I’m not sure it was a mistake to leave even if what I knew at the time was wrong.”

“Alana, the only thing you’re going to be doing in a few weeks is settling into life here. You’ll be curling up with us in front of our fireplace not running away again.” Kane cupped the side of her cheek and his eyes locked with hers in open challenge.

She shook her head. “They’ve made sure that I can’t leave the mountain without you while we’re supposed to work together, but we will discover who is behind it at some point. I don’t think the Council is going to keep me here after we solve these kidnappings.”

Michael grinned. “I don’t think it will be necessary, but don’t place any bets on your assumption. They don’t like things interfering with matings and now that you’re back, getting you settled is one of their highest priorities.”

Alana growled low in her throat. She hadn’t exactly forgotten about the Council’s remarks about the mating, but she had put it out of her mind. It should be her choice.

“Don’t get too upset about it right now. I really don’t think it’s going to come to that.” Kane drew his hand down her back in a long slow sweep that she knew was meant to comfort her.

All it did was make her aware of how much she’d missed being here and how much she loved their touch. She wanted to crawl all over them and explore their bodies. Kane’s proposal of curling up in front of a fire sounded much too good. The only problem was that she knew it wouldn’t stop at cuddles and kisses.

“I may not be raising hell, but I’m still furious.  I haven’t accepted anything.” Alana had to point it out. Everyone seemed to be taking it for granted that their relationship as mates would be sealed. As far as she was concerned, it was still up in the air.

“We know that.” Michael turned and stepped in front of her. “I hope you realize we’ve accepted the connection and all that it entails.”

She looked at him with a frown, wondering what he meant by “all it entails”. They couldn’t have feelings for her. In spite of the intensity of Familiar link, they barely had time learn anything about her during their very short relationship. She didn’t think they even knew of her before she walked up to them that night and it had been years since they saw her.

“Do you really think that only shifters are joined by mating ties? The witch-mate bond might not have solidified for us yet, but it will. The intensity of the desire I feel for you is proof of that, even on top of the strength of the Familiar connection. I’ve never been more tempted into a public display of sex before this. Even standing here, I want to haul you into my arms.” His hands brushed up and down her arms.

She leaned into him. She couldn’t stop herself and noticed that he moved closer as well. His hands tightened and his head lowered. She tilted her head for his kiss. His lips brushed hers softly back and forth. Longing and desire twisted through her.

Alana had been alone for so long. It wasn’t the loneliness that had bothered her so much. She’d missed the connection and thought she’d never feel it again. Her fingers fisted on the sleeves of his shirt and she darted her tongue over his wanting a deeper kiss. The heat of his body lured her closer. Everywhere they touched tingled and sensitized.

His hand cupped the back of her neck. The kiss became claiming and she could feel the hunger in the glide of his other hand down her back. A third hand slid under her shirt and the streak of arousal that shot through her tore her from the haze of desire. It was too intense and felt too right. She drew back, pushing at Michael’s shoulders to gain a little more distance when he was slow to release her.

His hands loosened enough that she could step back. Kane stood to the side, an arrogant smirk curving his lips, but she didn’t miss the arousal in his eyes or scent. The man wanted her just as much as his brother. She’d like to say she backed off because the kinkiness freaked her out, but she was honest enough with herself to admit that it had only been shock.

Bio:  Rebecca Airies writes fantasy, paranormal and sci-fi romance. She’s been a dreamer all of her life. She loves getting lost in the lives of her characters and learning about them. In her free time, you might find her reading, writing (Yes, she write in her free time, too—bad poetry, flash fiction and you never know when the muse will strike), gardening, listening to music and spending time with family and friends.  A native Texan, she was raised in small town, but now lives in Abilene. Rebecca would love to hear from you, visit her website and drop her a note. You can find her books at Ellora’s Cave. www.ellorascave.com

 

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“Heavy Metal, vampires and shifters make a great combination in this mesmerizing paranormal romance”

While at Book Expo America in NYC, I was delighted to read a fantastic review of Bloodlust and Metal from Night Owl Reviews. Here are some snippets:

Heavy Metal, vampires and shifters make a great combination in this mesmerizing paranormal romance.  

The fast paced plot keeps readers on their toes with lots of action, suspense, drama and romance.  The author describes the story with well written scenes and events that capture the imagination and spine tingling tension builds throughout the story as Layla and Devon try to solve the mystery and danger comes looking for them both. 

The attraction between Devon and Layla radiates from every page and no matter how much they fight it the sex scenes are red hot and scorch the reader with their fiery passion. 
The relationship between the two keeps things real interesting and the danger, passion and action heats things up even more and the drama with the band adds a little more spice to the story as well. 

Intrigued? Here’s more info.

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Bloodlust and Metal

Fourth in the Underground Encounters series. On the run from a master vampire, young vampire Layla Black flees London to reinvent herself as the singer of an Eighties cover band in Boston. Devon St. Clair is the bounty hunter hired to track her down. As a shapeshifter with extraordinary skills, his reputation is known throughout the supernatural world. Capturing Layla should be an easy gig that will net a nice profit. The situation doesn’t go as Devon plans. He wants Layla in his bed, but shapeshifters and vampires don’t mix. They should hate each other, but instead they’re keeping the sheets steamy. When circumstances force them on the run together, their preconceived notions are challenged. If they can evade those hunting them and convince his fellow shapeshifters to help her even though she’s a vampire, they just might have a chance to explore where all that hot, sweaty sex can take them.

A Romantica® paranormal erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave

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Book Spotlight: Dangerously His by A.M. Griffin

Dangerously His

Loving Dangerously, Book Four

dangerouslyhis_msrJustin “JB” Blake has never met a woman he couldn’t bed—or one he wants to keep. That changes the second he lays eyes on Princess Saia Xochis. The beautiful alien makes his body burn and his heart ache. She will be his. All JB has to do is risk life and limb at the hands of her abusive father, her protective brother, and her warmongering intended mate.

The possibilities of death and dismemberment have never stopped him before.

Inside Scoop: This book has a small taste of female/female fun—as well as scenes of abuse that are decidedly not fun.

A Romantica® sci-fi erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave

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An Excerpt From: DANGEROUSLY HIS

Copyright © A.M. GRIFFIN, 2014

All Rights Reserved, Ellora’s Cave Publishing, Inc.

JB looked toward the door as everyone else did. Taio stood at the entrance, with Eva on one arm and a taller female who looked just like him on the other. He waited as everyone rose to their feet.

“That’s his mother, Queen Fainia Xochis of Drazlan,” Lo’Ren said from the seat next to him. “It’s customary for you to stand when she enters the room.”

“I’ve already pissed him off today, no need to do it again if it’s not totally necessary.”

Taio proceeded through the door, followed by three other females. JB immediately found himself staring at one in particular.

Her head was cast down slightly, her face obscured by waves and waves of jet-black hair that brushed the swell of her round butt. She wore a pale-purple form-fitting dress. The floor-length gown had designs made of colored crystals. Her skin was the same color as Taio’s, but different. It seemed to glow. Her build was tall and slender with a hint of curves where they were needed most.

She turned her head.

He caught his breath.

Beautiful.

As her lavender eyes locked on Lo’Ren, he willed her to look his way. Her features were sharp and foreign, but beautiful in every way. Her cheekbones were high and defined. Her lips were full and pink. She had a look of longing in her eyes and he wanted to know why.

No, he needed to know why.

Was she upset?

Who had taken the joy away from such a perfect female?

Look at me. I want to know you.

“Uh, unless you’re inviting Taio to kill you, I would sit down,” Lo’Ren said, tugging on

He glanced around to find he was the only one still standing. JB sat but kept his eyes on the female across the room. “Why would he kill me? She’s not human.”

 

About the author:

A. M. Griffin is a wife who rarely cooks, mother of three, dog owner (and sometimes dog owned), a daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She’s a hard worker whose two favorite outlets are reading and writing. She enjoys reading everything from mystery novels to historical romances and of course fantasy romance. She is a believer in the unbelievable, open to all possibilities from mermaids in our oceans and seas, angels in the skies and intelligent life forms in distant galaxies.

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Headed to Book Expo America #bea14

I’m thrilled to be going to Book Expo America at the end of the week. BEA is a smashing event for book lovers. Last year, I went on their Power Reader day and left New York with a bag full of books. This year I’ll be at Ellora’s Cave’s booth, looking forward to meeting readers and hoping to introduce them to my series Underground Encounters, paranormal erotic romances set in an underground Goth club.

My newest release in the series is a “quickie” called Gargoyle’s Embrace. It’s shorter than what I usually write, but a excellent way to jump into the series. I love the final version will be writing about these mysterious gargoyle statues in the club in the near future.

A Top Pick by Night Owl Reviews!

Four Hot Gargoyle Angels from the Indy Book Fairy!

“Gargoyle’s Embrace was exactly what I needed that to fill that hankering for a sweet, hot PNR. ~  the Jeep Diva

Gargoyle’s Embrace

gargoylesembrace_msrFifth in the Underground Encounters series. Tracy isn’t sure why she’s drawn to a particular gargoyle statue in the Goth club where she works. After the stone takes human form to protect her from her abusive ex, she brings the handsome, naked male to her apartment. It’s impossible to ignore the seductive appeal of a man sculpted like a Viking warrior. Danton has only hours in human form to spend with the woman he has hungered for. He’s convinced what’s between them is more than hot sex, but he needs to convince Tracy of that before he turns back to stone.

A Romantica® paranormal erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave

Underground Encounters

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Book Spotlight: The Sin Circus @sabrinagarie

I’m happy to welcome one of my wonderful critique partners to the Book Spotlight today. Sabrina Garie is sharing a new release, Sin Circus, which is on sale this week for only 99 cents!

The Sin Circus

sincircusEveryone remembers their first trip to the circus–the home of fantasy and dreams. Where the idea that anything is possible meets a creative reality of alluring tricks and amazing acts of defiance. The big top is known for inspiring lust, awe, and happy memories, and now you’ll see it like never before.

Some of today’s hottest romance authors combine the decadent memories of the center ring with all the flavors in erotic fiction in The Sin Circus. Whether it’s with a dominating Ringmaster, a lion tamer’s bratty kittens, or a dark Harlequin King, this show is sure to shock the audience with its dazzling dares and tantalizing tales.

Dark Surrender by Rachel Firasek
He stole her control, but she hasn’t completely surrendered her heart…yet.
http://www.rachelfirasek.com

Claimed by the Blade by Mina Carter
He’s waited years to claim her. Tonight, she’s all out of excuses…
http://mina-carter.com

Ring of Fire by Lacey Wolfe
The Ringmaster must figure out his feelings before his ballerina goes up in flames…
http://www.laceywolfe.com

Unmasking Her Dom by Jennifer James
Tormented by touch, the King of the Harlequin resolves to release his bratty sub before she strips away the last barriers between them, and discovers his secret shame.
http://www.authorjenniferjames.com

The Bratty Lioness Tamer by April Angel
Two sexy female lovers. A new master ready to tame them. And the performance they’ll never forget.
http://millytaiden.com/

Sweet & Sticky by Sabrina Garie
Recipe for forever: Mix a flailing writer with a down-on-his-luck agent, toss in a pound of cotton candy and an empty bleacher. Let simmer.
http://sabrinagarie.com/

Twice the Pleasure by Georgina DeBurca
As the bindings unravel, two brothers race to save the woman who has captured their hearts.
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With the Greatest of Ease by Anne Lange
He traded a trapeze and the catch of a lifetime for a life in a courtroom. Now he’ll share her, to catch her, one last time.
http://authorannelange.com/

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“A good, quick and darkly thrilling read” – Dark Velvet by Lisa Carlisle

Excited to share a review of Dark Velvet from Books and Beyond Fifty Shades: 
“Dark Velvet has a dark eroticism that makes you want to be Savannah. It is a book that is a good, quick and darkly thrilling read. This book pulled me into it very quickly, I wasn’t able to put it down until I read the very last page.”

Dark Velvet

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darkvelvetGrad student Savannah Evans is thrilled to be accepted as a resident to a prestigious art colony. Where else would she be able to focus on her craft of writing poetry in a setting like that of the medieval-styled castle? The remote New England island is a respite from her hectic city life. When she meets her benefactor, a mysterious French sculptor, her expectations for carefree days writing near the ocean are distracted by unprofessional fantasies about her sponsor.

Antoine Chevalier built Les Beaux Arts on DeRoche Island to bring purpose back to an existence that has lost meaning. He’s wandered the earth for decades and finds solace in returning to art. When Savannah applies for a residency, something about her words touches him. After her arrival, a physical attraction grows between them, which he struggles against.  She deserves more than someone of his kind.

Antoine proposes they become lovers during her stay. But the situation turns complicated when Savannah discovers his secret. She had suspicions about his identity, but finds the truth overwhelming. Consumed by her desire for Antoine and faced with a tough decision, she is blind to the danger that has arrived at DeRoche Island.

A New Adult Erotic Romance
Paranormal / gargoyle / vampire / shapeshifter

Other Reviews

“…insanely hot chemistry between the female protagonist Savannah & vampire Antoine.  Their intensity starts off right away and you’re not a chapter in before it takes off like a rocket!”

“Sexy, dark, full of intrigue, art, and paranormal sexiness, Dark Velvet has it all in one hot package!”

“An Enchanting Story, as rich and sexy as Dark Velvet  – This is a seductive Gothic tale that will draw you in from the first page.”

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Book Trailer for Dark Velvet – Paranormal Erotic Romance Set in a Castle

I just added a trailer for my latest release, Dark Velvet. See below!

Dark Velvet

darkvelvetGrad student Savannah Evans is thrilled to be accepted as a resident to a prestigious art colony. Where else would she be able to focus on her craft of writing poetry in a setting like that of the medieval-styled castle? The remote New England island is a respite from her hectic city life. When she meets her benefactor, a mysterious French sculptor, her expectations for carefree days writing near the ocean are distracted by unprofessional fantasies about her sponsor.

Antoine Chevalier built Les Beaux Arts on DeRoche Island to bring purpose back to an existence that has lost meaning. He’s wandered the earth for decades and finds solace in returning to art. When Savannah applies for a residency, something about her words touches him. After her arrival, a physical attraction grows between them, which he struggles against.  She deserves more than someone of his kind.

Antoine proposes they become lovers during her stay. But the situation turns complicated when Savannah discovers his secret. She had suspicions about his identity, but finds the truth overwhelming. Consumed by her desire for Antoine and faced with a tough decision, she is blind to the danger that has arrived at DeRoche Island.

A New Adult Erotic Romance
Paranormal / gargoyle / vampire / shapeshifter

Reviews

“…insanely hot chemistry between the female protagonist Savannah & vampire Antoine.  Their intensity starts off right away and you’re not a chapter in before it takes off like a rocket!”

“Sexy, dark, full of intrigue, art, and paranormal sexiness, Dark Velvet has it all in one hot package!”

“An Enchanting Story, as rich and sexy as Dark Velvet  – This is a seductive Gothic tale that will draw you in from the first page.”

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Writing “The End” is Satisfying and Bittersweet

Finishing a draft fills me with a sense of relief and accomplishment, but a little bit of sadness, too. After months of living in the world of characters in their novel, it’s a sign that it’s over in a way. By that time, I am very invested in their lives so it’s tough to not go back to make small changes, add details–basically move on to the next project.

I finished Dark Muse this weekend. It’s a novella that follows Dark Velvet. By now, I’m fascinated with the characters and story and have already jotted notes for the next novella in the Chateau Seductions series. It’s funny–when I wrote Dark Velvet, I thought it would be one story, a sexy paranormal novella set at a castle on a remote New England island. When I finished the novella, the world and the characters took a hold on me. One of the secondary characters started to reveal herself more to me and I envisioned a sexy new arrival at the art colony who shattered her carefully controlled life at the colony. Much fun to write!

There’s still much polishing of Dark Muse to come–rewrites, critiques, edits, and beta reads–so I’ll still be able to flesh out the details in Dante and Gina’s romance. For a few days, though, I’m hoping to put it aside, give it some breathing space, and focus on something completely different.

Maybe even read a book. 😉

Here’s more about Dark Velvet, the first sexy novella in the Chateau Seductions series.

Dark Velvet

Lisa Carlisle

Chateau Seductions series

darkvelvetGrad student Savannah Evans is thrilled to be accepted as a resident to a prestigious art colony. Where else would she be able to focus on her craft of writing poetry in a setting like that of the medieval-styled castle? The remote New England island is a respite from her hectic city life. When she meets her benefactor, a mysterious French sculptor, her expectations for carefree days writing near the ocean are distracted by unprofessional fantasies about her sponsor.

Antoine Chevalier built Les Beaux Arts on DeRoche Island to bring purpose back to an existence that has lost meaning. He’s wandered the earth for decades and finds solace in returning to art. When Savannah applies for a residency, something about her words touches him. After her arrival, a physical attraction grows between them, which he struggles against. She deserves more than someone of his kind.

Antoine proposes they become lovers during her stay. But the situation turns complicated when Savannah discovers his secret. She had suspicions about his identity, but finds the truth overwhelming. Consumed by her desire for Antoine and faced with a tough decision, she is blind to the danger that has arrived at DeRoche Island.

New adult / paranormal / erotic romance

Recent reviews:
“Looking for a sexy vampire novel? If so, then this is definitely a must buy!” 

“Sexy, dark, full of intrigue, art, and paranormal sexiness, Dark Velvet has it all in one hot package!” 

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