Dark Velvet by Lisa Carlisle Released in Three Days!

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Excited to share my blurb and release date for Dark Velvet – March 3rd. This is the start of a new series of new adult erotic romances set on a remote New England island. Paranormal aspects, a medieval-styled castle, and a hot as hell hero.

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.

Release date March 3.

New adult / paranormal / erotic romance

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#Playlist for Fiery Nights by Lisa Carlisle – Underground Encounters series

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Since I love listening to music while writing, especially if it strikes a tone with a certain character, I like to include playlists for readers on my site. Since the Underground Encounters series is set in a club, music plays throughout. I just updated my Spotify playlist for Fiery Nights. Here it is:

Fiery Nights

Fiery Nights by Lisa CarlisleSecond in the Underground Encounters series. He may own a Goth nightclub, but Tristan Stone avoids people—the darkness that surrounds them drains him. When he sees Maya for the first time, alone on the dance floor, a light surrounds her. He must discover who she is and what gives her power. He wants her, must have her. Maya sees a man with haunting eyes watching her from the back of the club. She feels their connection, but thinks it’s merely physical attraction. Their passion ignites, overpowering them, and they must work together to understand their connection. The heat of their passion could send their world up in flames. A Romantica® erotic romance from Ellora’s Cave
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Reviews

“There is steamy sizzling hotness and then totally pure romance that makes you awww out loud! The HEA (Happily Ever After) is one of the best I’ve read and I highly recommend this story to anyone and everyone! ~ Satin Sheets Romance

“Fiery Nights is an imaginative tale about witches and elementals, vampires and plain old creepy people… the plot was entertaining, the setting was well defined and the sex scenes were yummy.” ~ You Gotta Read.

Book Spotlight: The Unmasking by Adriana Kraft

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I’m pleased to welcome Adriana Kraft here to announce the release of The Unmasking.

The Unmasking by Adriana Kraft

Whose mask will crumble first—
the enigmatic professor of Celtic Studies,
the undercover cop masquerading as a co-ed,
or the campus stalker,
biding his time to strike again?

adrianakraftIs anthropology professor Matt Bayfield the Blackthorn College rapist, or a potential ally? Aloof and unapproachable, Matt has academic ambitions. He can’t escape Blackthorn College soon enough, and he doesn’t want any entanglements to slow down his exit.

Nancy Appleby would like nothing more than to solve the string of campus rape cases before Thanksgiving so she can go home. The last thing she wants is a relationship to complicate her life—but she’ll settle for a fling, especially when the sex sizzles.

The stalker has his own carefully crafted timetable, with a special date just for Nancy. Can Matt and Nancy force him out of his hidey-hole before it’s too late?

REVIEWS

Four and a half stars at Romance Junkies: From beginning to end, THE UNMASKING is a fascinating tale…I was intrigued at how the writing team is able to intertwine a love story with such horrifying circumstances in startling clarity. One of the many things I adored about this story is that the main characters are flawed. They both make judgment errors and their mistakes and assumptions lead to some emotionally trying scenes that had me eagerly reading to find out how they were going to solve their conflicts – or at several points if they even would be able to remain together. If you enjoy romantic suspense novels then I can definitely recommend THE UNMASKING. – Chrissy D.

Five Stars at Amazon: One of the best stories ever written by Adriana Kraft…a truly great read. Could not put it down until I finished it. – Amy B.

Five Stars at Goodreads: The suspense is so well done you don’t know who the bad guy is until it’s revealed in the book. The action is fast paced and kept my interest to the very end. Could not put the book down. Donna H.

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EXCERPT
Chapter One

Who will be the next victim?

Nancy Appleby scanned the co-eds in the small lecture hall. Each could be his next prey. Each looked much younger than she remembered being as a full-time student. Each woman hung on Professor Bayfield’s well crafted words.

Was it the topic, Celtic Myths and Rituals, or was it the aloofness of the tall, dark-haired lecturer with the strong protruding chin that mesmerized? He did command attention. Although his tone was mild, Bayfield played with his audience like a polished actor. Clearly he was in control. Though he gestured but rarely, he moved like an athlete, comfortable in his body.

Nancy jotted notes on a yellow pad pretending to be no different than anyone else in the room. She glanced up at Bayfield, whose eyes had settled on her; they were piercing and inquisitive. Then he shifted his gaze, but he’d noticed her, was thinking about her. Why? She’d done everything she could to blend in. He hadn’t seemed particularly troubled by her presence, just curious.

Nancy redirected her attention to the individuals sitting in front of her. She’d arrived early to claim an aisle seat in the back row. The raised auditorium layout provided an advantageous observation post. About sixty women and twenty men were in attendance, no doubt a decent turnout. Blackthorn College had a student body of less than two thousand.

Nancy scribbled more notes and then focused on the men in the room.

Was he in the lecture hall? Would he strike again, tonight? Or would the rapist stay in his hole, biding his time?

ABOUT ADRIANA KRAFT

adrianakraftAdriana Kraft is the pen name for a husband/wife team writing Erotic Romance for Two, Three or More. The award-winning pair has published over thirty erotic romance novels and novellas to outstanding reviews. Romantic pairings include straight m/f, lesbian, bisexual, ménage and polyamory, in both contemporary and paranormal settings.

ADRIANA KRAFT ON THE WEB

Website: http://adrianakraft.com
Blog: http://adrianakraft.com/blog
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Red Hot Author’s Valentine’s Party! #rhacafe

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Today’s the day we kick-off our Red Hot Author’s Valentine’s Party! 3 days…12 gift cards ranging from $5 to $15!!! You can win multiple times. Just leave a comment on our contest posts throughout the day…the more you participate the more chances you have to win! Winners will be announced nightly. The first post will be up soon. Good Luck!

Bed, Breakfast, and Betrayal Series – Short Stories by Lisa Carlisle

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A Ghost Story

A short ghost story  in the Bed, Breakfast, and Betrayal series by Lisa Carlisle.

Once thinking it was a curse, Sybil Channing now uses her gift to communicate with spirits as a lucrative way to make a living. She dubs herself a ghost whisperer and plays up her role as an eccentric woman who can talk to the dead. When she receives a call from a bed and breakfast with an issue with a ghost, Sybil thinks it will just be another easy, nice-paying gig. Sure, there’s a bit of a mystery about women becoming ill, but nothing to scare her off. Yet when she arrives, what she encounters is far more dangerous than she anticipated.

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A short crime story. Part of the Bed, Breakfast, and Betrayal series.

Heather is looking forward to reconnect with her husband Paolo during a getaway to a bed and breakfast. They’d both been working late and think a romantic weekend on the coast is the ideal way to spend time together. She thinks of walks on the beach, dinners out, and sleeping in. What starts out as a romantic weekend soon takes a dark turn, shattering dreams and expectations.

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Book Spotlight: Letterboxing with Kids #kindle #letterboxing

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letterboxing-coverLetterboxing with Kids
Lisa Cordeiro

This guide is geared for parents, teachers, troop leaders, and others who would like to take kids on adventures to discover hidden boxes. Letterboxing encourages you to discover new places, you follow clues to find a hidden letter box, similar to a treasure hunt. This guide will introduce you to the basics so you can get started.

You only need a few supplies that are reasonably priced, so it’s easy to get started. This guide will list what you need and includes a number of tips I’ve found work best with kids. There’s info on buying supplies, or if you’d like to incorporate crafts, you can design and carve your own stamps. It’s easier than it sounds. Plus, there is so much variety with letterboxes hidden around the world; it’s an activity that you can try whenever you like.

Once you try letterboxing, it’s hard not to get hooked. It combines the thrill of the hunt with a love of discovery of exploring new places, or rediscovering your own town. It’s a low-key adventure, away from crowds and expensive attractions and encourages you to get outside and explore.

I’ve gone letterboxing with my kids, nieces and nephews, and Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. They’ve all enjoyed the activity, even if we couldn’t find the letterbox. Isn’t there a saying about it being the journey, not the destination?

Available on Amazon: Letterboxing with Kids: A Guide to Getting Started

Night Owl Reviews Names Gargoyle’s Embrace a Top Pick! #bookreviews

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toppickOh what a wonderful morning to wake up and discover that Gargoyle’s Embrace was named a Top Pick by Night Owl Reviews! Here are a couple of highlights:

“The main and secondary characters were genuine and fascinating. At only 50 pages, it does not have the feel of a quick read with a clear beginning, middle and end. Overall, this was a great book. While I have not read the other books in the series, I will be picking them up shortly.”

And…

“The chemistry between Danton and Tracy is scorching.”

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gargoylesembrace_msrGargoyle’s Embrace

Lisa Carlisle

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

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Book Spotlight: A Beautiful Mistake by Nancy Corrigan

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It’s a great day for new releases at Ellora’s Cave. Check out book 2 in the Royal Pride series. I have to read these!

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Beautiful Mistake

Nancy Corrigan

Book 2, Royal Pride

Lena will do anything to protect the shifter child her family takes in, even turn herself into bait. Although she knows better than to fall for a shifter, Devin, the man who captures her, is unlike any she’s ever tangled with. Their desire is unquenchable and the draw to him is undeniable, but their relationship is riddled with mistakes and loving him has the potential to destroy her.

After shouldering his twin’s torture, Devin hovers on the verge of insanity. His life revolves around his family and recovering kidnapped shifter children. He never thought he’d have a mate or kids of his own until a rescue mission turns deadly. The beautiful female caught in the crosshairs stirs his mating instincts and tames his wild nature. Only her confusion over their intense attraction stops him from finishing their bond, but Devin’s persistent. He’ll convince his stubborn female that he’s the man she’s been waiting for—one passionate encounter at a time.

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Book Spotlight: Queen’s Quest by Suz DeMello

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Congrats to fellow Ellora’s Cave author, Suz DeMello, on her new release. Looks like a very hot read!

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Queen’s Quest

Suz DeMello

Janus is a planet that lacks both tilt and spin. Its Shadowlands is the pewter band of dusk dividing the violently hot Lightside of the planet from its Darkside, which is imprisoned by eternal night. Birth rates on the planet are low and indiscriminate mating and ménage sex are encouraged.

Audryn, Queen of Shadow, has reached that time in her life when she must choose a king to rule with her or fail to bear an heir, casting not only her realm but all of Janus into chaos. Despite her duty, she is reluctant to share power, even a bit distrustful. Janus’ nobles vie for Audryn’s hand. Although she enjoys trysting with all her suitors, none seize her heart.

Then Storne, the warrior Prince of Darkness, arrives to claim her as his bride, and she finds she cannot resist his masterful ways.

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