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AAD Interview & Contest: Ann Jacobs

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May 102013

Jen: Today we welcome another AAD author to Romancing the Book. Let’s all welcome Ann Jacobs to the blog! Ann, will you share a short bio with us?
Ann: Ann Jacobs is a sucker for lusty Alpha heroes and happy endings. Erotic romance, to her, is the perfect combination of sex, sensuality, deep emotional involvement and lifelong commitment—the elusive fantasy women often dream about but seldom achieve.

First published in 1996, Jacobs has sold more than a hundred books and novellas. She has been a nominee multiple times for Romantic Times’ Lifetime Achievement Award for excellence in erotic romance, as well as having had books nominated by RT reviewers for best erotic romance in several sub-categories. Her books have earned awards including the Passionate Plume , the Desert Rose and More Than Magic . She has been a double finalist in separate categories of the EPPIES and From the Heart RWA Chapter’s contest. Four of her books have been translated and sold in several European countries.

A CPA and former hospital financial manager, Jacobs now writes full-time. She lives in west-central Florida where her next series with Ellora’s Cave is set, with her husband, son and two very spoiled blue cats, Mr. Blue and LoverDog.

She loves to hear from readers and to put faces with names at signings and conventions.

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Excerpt: Wild One by Ann Jacobs

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May 102013

He couldn’t remember another time when he’d had as much good clean fun. After they’d checked in at the Spring Hill Suites, Deidre had proceeded to show him parts of Dallas’ West End Historical District that he’d never have discovered without a real Texas native at his side.

Her enthusiasm was contagious, and Les found himself relaxing as they explored nooks and crannies in and around the weathered brick buildings, sampling hot cocoa and snack foods that reflected the many ethnic groups he’d noticed populated the huge Texas land mass.

“I’m glad we came today. We can’t always count on blue skies and a cool breeze around here, at least this time of year.” Her smile lit up her whole face—no shadows today to mar the sparkle in her eyes. Wearing snug jeans, a turtleneck sweater and a dark-blue fringed suede jacket, she was his finest fantasy come to life. He loved her shoulder-length blonde hair. Tousled by a gentle breeze, it formed a perfect frame for her creamy cheeks and full, kissable lips. He couldn’t help imagining how those lips would feel surrounding his dick.

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Review: The Ex-Wife by Candice Dow

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May 102013

The Ex-Wife by Candice Dow
Release Date: January 29, 2013
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Pages: 304
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

From award-winning author Candice Dow comes a raw, sizzling, and emotional novel about a woman who must fight for what she wants-before she loses everything . . .

THE EX-WIFE

She’s the hottest relationship expert around. Her get-real advice and tough-world experience have earned Ayana Blue money, fame, and a successful life she never imagined. And handsome Realtor Cameron Small is the sexy, steady Mr. Right she wasn’t looking for yet always hoped she’d find. But Cam’s unstable, in-denial ex-wife, Yasmin, isn’t about to let him go-or allow anyone else take “her place.” And if that means wrecking everything Ayana has worked so hard to build, then so be it.

Now with her peace of mind shattered, her private business in the hole, and her reputation on the line, Ayana needs to figure out fast which dreams she can save, and what she’ll have to let go. When it comes down to the ex-wife v. the next-wife, the only thing guaranteed is a scorched-earth battle-and it’s winner takes all…

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Review: Felines and Flowers by Stephanie J. Grace

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May 102013

Felines and Flowers by Stephanie J. Grace
Release Date: July 27, 2011
Publisher: Decadent Publishing
Pages: 53
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

During high school, Warren was just Wendy’s youth pastor. All grown up and shepherding over her own flock of church kids, Wendy Miller turns to her old friend for help. Not that Warren is that old. In fact, the two have a lot more in common than Wendy would have ever thought.

After the death of his wife, Warren was sure he was finished with relationships. Wendy changes that forgone conclusion with her bright spirit and zest for life. Lining up their desires when they’re at very different points in their lives proves a challenge that might take a little divine intervention, or at least help from friends.

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Review: Anya’s Dragons by Gabriella Bradley

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May 102013

Anya’s Dragons by Gabriella Bradley
Release Date: October 1, 2012
Publisher: eXtasy Books
Pages: 90
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

A peaceful world becomes the target for alien treasure seekers who kill all the inhabitants of the castle in their bid to find the hidden object. They are successful in wiping out all the occupants…almost.

Running through the forest, Anya doesn’t bother to look back. Her family and friends are dead and those who did the deed are coming after her next. An exhausted night’s sleep ends in a shocked waking when she finds herself surrounded by strangers.

In the caves of the dragons Anya is pressed into service of the two males who rescued her, and they find it hard to keep control of their instincts when impulse seems far more attractive.

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AAD Spotlight & Contest: Melissa Schroeder

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May 092013

I came up with the idea for the Santinis not too long after Christmas. I was thinking I needed to honor the twenty years we have spent traipsing around behind my husband. So, the idea to feature four places we have been stationed, through the stories of four brothers who all serve. It ended up being much more than I imagined.

My father, who is a retired Sr Msgt with over 23 years in the service, always said that your present assignment isn’t as great as your last or as exciting as your next. For those of you on the outside, I will explain. I am a stereotypical brat. I loved the military, proudly call myself and my kids brats. I love to move and travel. I have those “itchy feet” many brats end up with. I am always looking for the next adventure, the next fun place to be. Even now as we plan our retirement to Virginia, I am planning a summer of 2014 trip to the coast of Maine. Again, that military brat training. Plans don’t fail. You fail to plan. So, I often resemble that comment from my father. Where I am at is always a drag (except when we were in Virginia which I believe is the home of my heart). Sitting down to write the Santinis, I had to remind myself of things I loved about places I had lived.

Review: Nicholas by Grace Burrowes

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May 092013

Nicholas by Grace Burrowes
Series: Lonely Lords (# 2)
Release Date: May 7, 2013
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Pages: 450
Source: book provided by NetGalley for review

Nicholas Haddonfield has something to hide…

Viscount Nick Haddonfield has a good reason to insist on a marriage of convenience only, but when he finds the lady who would make the perfect countess in a white marriage—he spoils everything by falling in love with his wife…

An extraordinary and passionate tale of courage tested and fears overcome. Once you enter the lush Regency world of award-winning New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes, you’ll never want to leave.

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Review: Salvaged by JS Marlo

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May 092013

Salvaged by JS Marlo
Release Date: August 2, 2012
Publisher: Breathless Press
Pages: 229
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

The discovery of a submerged Model T blurs the line between dream and reality, exposing a young scuba diver’s past and threatening her future.

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Star Fisher refuses to let the scar marring her face dictate her choices or the dreams haunting her nights affect her life. A skilled scuba diver and underwater investigator, she assists in the salvage operation of a sunken Model T, but will it reveal its secrets?

Captivated by the feisty diver, captain Hauk Ludvikson struggles against his attraction as they explore the old automobile linked to the unsolved disappearance of a rich heiress. As past crimes create new ones, he must decide if he wants to protect Star or protect his heart.

With danger lurking under and above the water line, Star fights for her future—a future she may not salvage twice.

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Review: This Cowboy’s Heart by Vanessa Devereaux

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May 092013

This Cowboy’s Heart by Vanessa Devereaux
Series: Romance On The Go
Release Date: January 16, 2013
Publisher: Evernight Publishing
Pages: 34
Source: book provided by the publisher for review

Eva recently called off her wedding, so the last thing she wants to think about is romance and someone else’s nuptials. Then she gets a call from her sister with the news that she’s getting married in five days.

Not one to let her baby sibling down, Eva heads to Wyoming where she meets Cade, the best man and ultimate bachelor. After a night of passionate sex, Cade tells her not to expect anything more from him. However, they say absence makes the heart grow fonder, and when Eva returns to visit her sister, she has to stop by to see him again.

Can she ever win this cowboy’s heart?

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Guest & Contest: Alison Stuart

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May 082013

Hi Romancing the Book readers!

Thank you for inviting me to visit Romancing the Book. It’s been a busy six months with my AOE Award nominated ghost story, GATHER THE BONES, coming out in September last year and SECRETS IN TIME in April. As to what is next… all I can say is I have some irons in the fire and there are plans to have something new out by the end of the year. To keep up to date with my news, I do have a newsletter which readers are welcome to subscribe to (Click HERE).

I’ve always loved time travel books and SECRETS IN TIME, my venture into this sub genre, was tremendous fun to write. I just didn’t imagine that setting it in 1995 would involve nearly as much research as the “historical” part of the story – know mobile phones, no ipods… As to WHY it is set in 1995 and not 2013…well you might have to read the book itself!

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