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February Author News Edition

FEBRUARY AUTHOR NEWS

Catherine Anderson
SILVER THAW has been getting rave reviews and hit the New York Times Bestseller list at Number Three! I am so thrilled and grateful to all of you who bought the book, and especially to those of you who took the time to post reviews and contact me directly to say how much you liked it. I am hard at work on the next Mystic Creek novel, and transitioning a move to live part-time in Camp Tumalo, a housing unit I am remodeling on my son John's acreage. Right now I am surrounded by horses, steers, cats and dogs, and next door I have a friendly and noisy donkey.

http://www.catherineanderson.com


Robyn Carr
Robyn Carr Makes ONE WISH for You! At the end of this month of sweethearts-on Tuesday, February 24-the first of my three new Thunder Point stories, ONE WISH, goes on sale, but you can pre-order it now and be assured you'll have your "wish" in hand first thing. I just have to share what www.ReadertoReader.com has to say about Grace Dillon and Troy Headly's story: "ONE WISH is sweet and naughty; funny and witty, emotional, and exquisitely constructed by the awesome Ms. Carr. Real people live on these pages that the reader cares about proving Robyn Carr is always at the top of her game." ONE WISH finds local florist Grace Dillon lamenting her all-work-and-no-play life. She wants a little excitement, which she finds with high school teacher Troy Headly, who provides companionship with no strings attached. But when Grace's former life as a world champion figure skater catches up with her, things get complicated. Faced with losing Grace, Troy realizes she's more than just a friend with benefits. He's determined to help her fight for the life she always wished for-and maybe they can find real love along the way. Read an excerpt on www.robyncarr.com and pre-order today!

http://www.robyncarr.com


Christina Dodd
It's my anniversary. On February 2, I have been published twenty-five years! How to celebrate? With a brand-new full-length Governess Brides historical, A PIRATE'S WIFE FOR ME! And enjoy a discounted price of $4.99! Caitlin MacLean of Scotland is proud to announce her graduation from The Distinguished Academy of Governesses. She specializes in the womanly arts of housekeeping, picking locks, and overthrowing ruthless dictators, and looks forward to attaining a position wherein she can utilize these skills. No dashing, dastardly pirates or faithless, former lovers need seek her services. Ship's captain (and prince in disguise) Taran Tamson is by coincidence in need of the best lockpick in the land; he needs the reckless auburn-haired beauty to retrieve the papers that will help him leave behind his swashbuckling ways and win back his island kingdom of Cenorina. So he assures said lady that he will honor her demand for a proper, chaste relationship for as long as she desires it, then uses his every sensual wile to make sure she desires only one thing-him... Order now for Kindle and iBooks and get the discounted price of $4.99! Limited time offer! Soon for Nook, Kobo, and in paperback! A PIRATE'S WIFE FOR ME.

http://www.christinadodd.com


Sabrina Jeffries
IF THE VISCOUNT FALLS, the fourth and final Duke's Men novel from New York Times bestselling author Sabrina Jeffries, arrived on bookstore shelves January 27. It's been well received as evidenced by PopSugar's pick of the novel for their "26 New Books We Can't Wait to Read" article as well as this 4�-star, Top Pick designation from RT Book Reviews: "This is the perfect combination of adventure, mystery and romance, without one outweighing another. The strong characters, their realistic emotions and painful pasts add another layer to the exciting plot. Jeffries once again proves she is a master storyteller." Also new this month from the Regency romance author is an original short story called "An April Fool's Forbidden Affair" which will appear in PREMIERE: A Romance Writers of America� Collection (Romance Writers of America� Presents Book 1). Sabrina contributed to this collection along with some other fabulous romance authors like Sylvia Day and Cindy Gerard. Click here for details on ordering that book, which comes out February 9 in digital format.

http://www.sabrinajeffries.com


Jayne Ann Krentz
Jayne Ann Krentz would love to thank her readers who have already enjoyed TRUST NO ONE and helped make the book both a New York Times and USA Today bestseller. Haven't read it yet? Here's the setup: When motivational star, Sprague Witherspoon doesn't show up for work, his team decides that Grace Elland should stop by his house to check on him. She expected to find a sick boss, not a dead one. And from evidence left at the crime scene, it appears that the killer intends to frame Grace for this murder. TRUST NO ONE can be found at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, iBooks, IndieBound and Kobo.

http://www.jayneannkrentz.com


Elizabeth Lowell
The Rocking M Romance series comes to a close with Elizabeth Lowell's classic romance, WARRIOR. Pre-order this book from Amazon or iBooks now and start reading at midnight on February 5. Eden's profession is studying the American cougar. But the wild cougar is nothing when compared to the untamed passion of Nevada Blackthorn. Nevada fights fiercely against their mutual attraction while Eden falls deeper in love with a man who may be incapable of loving her. The first three books in the Rocking M Romance quartet (FIRE AND RAIN, OUTLAW, and GRANITE MAN) are available now.

http://www.elizabethlowell.com


Linda Lael Miller
LINDA LAEL MILLER'S THE MARRIAGE CHARM ON SALE NOW! The second book in my Brides of Bliss County series, THE MARRIAGE CHARM, is a brand new February release. The tale of a ladies man who still has the hots for the one who got away. Years ago, when Melody Nolan was in college, she proposed to her cowboy boyfriend, Spence Hogan. Darned if he didn't turn her down! Now Melody's a successful jewelry designer in Wyoming's Mustang Creek, and Spence is the local police chief. Thrown together when their good friends marry, Melody and Spence discover the red-hot passion that fired their romance never really died. If Spence wants Melody this time, he'd better have marriage on his mind. Because she and her girlfriends have made a pact to find the right husbands, and Melody isn't all that sure Spence qualifies! More news: On my website you'll find a nice write-up on the ten deserving women who've won my 2014 scholarships. This is the last year for my scholarship competition. I'm considering other options, including helping out those helpless four-legged critters out there.

http://www.lindalaelmiller.com


Susan Elizabeth Phillips
I love meeting fans in person and am happy to announce my 2015 appearances. In May, I'll be visiting Germany and Spain for the European HEROES ARE MY WEAKNESS Tour. The schedule is still being put together, but here is what I know so far. The cities include Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Hannover, Cologne and Kerpen in Germany and Barcelona, Malaga and Madrid in Spain. In July I'll be in New York City for the Romance Writers of America Annual Conference. The "Readers for Life" Literacy Autographing is July 22nd, 5:30 � 7:30 p.m. Hundreds of romance authors (including moi) meet with and sign books for fans. Proceeds from book sales go to literacy organizations. Entrance is free and open to the public. My primary contact with readers is through FACEBOOK, Twitter, my website and now Instagram. For updates, sign up for my Newsletter. For a chance to win autographed books, visit SEP Sweepstakes! THE REVIEWS ARE IN! HEROES ARE MY WEAKNESS named KIRKUS REVIEWS: A Best Fiction Book of 2014 - LIBRARY JOURNAL: A Best Romance: 2014 - BOOKLIST: Top Ten Romance Fiction 2014 - RT REVIEWS: A Best Contemporary Romance 2014 - NPR BOOKS: GREAT READ 2014 - AARP: Best Books 2014

http://www.susanephillips.com


Rebecca Zanetti
Hi Everyone! I'm thrilled to announce that MARKED hit the New York Times bestselling list! Thanks for your tremendous support! If you haven't gotten it and need a mid-winter pick-me-up, head on over to get your copy. I've received many emails asking if this is it for the Dark Protector gang, and I'm happy to let you know that we're releasing a spinoff series this year. The first book, WICKED RIDE, features sexy witch Kellach Dunne and a Seattle Vice Cop who has no problem shooting him in the leg. The book is up for preorder now. BLIND FAITH, Sin Brothers book 3, continues with Nate Dean's story. It's an intense story about betrayal, love, secrets, and Nate's mission to save himself and his brothers from destruction. It will be available in print January 27, but you can get the Ebook now. That's move us right into the release of TOTAL SURRENDER, which is Jory's story and will be released on March 31st. I will be participating in the "Cruise with Your Muse-Fun in the Sun conference" Feb. 5-9 in warm, sunny Florida and then on the shop. Care to join me? You can get more information and register here. See you all next month. Stay warm!

http://www.rebeccazanetti.com


After Midnight Authors
Hollywood Heat for new low prices. DRIVEN TO DISTRACTION by Ashleigh Raine, only $2.99, and ACTING ON IMPULSE now free! J.C. Daniels has released the Colbana Files in a boxed set. It's the perfect time to get caught up...four books for $4.99! You can read the first story for free at Tor.com.

http://www.aftermidnightfantasies.com


Victoria Alexander
Victoria Alexander can now be found on TSU as well as on Facebook but doesn't promise to be any better at keeping up and posting. But she is trying and she's hard at work on her next book. She's also trying to decide which lost English manor houses will serve as Millworth Manor, Effington Hall and Waterston Abbey (country home of the Hadley-Attwaters) for future projects. Check out the first group of antique manor prints at victoriaalexander.com.

http://www.victoriaalexander.com


Laura Benedict
February may be cold and gray outside, but inside my house I'm cozy and hard at work on the edits for CHARLOTTE'S STORY, my next BLISS HOUSE novel (October), and doing research for THE ABANDONED HEART (2016), the trilogy's final book. At night, I'm working on Valentines because, even though I walk on the dark side in my books, in real life I'm a total sucker for a box of chocolates, a pretty card and even those conversation heart candies that taste a little bit like chalk. But my big news is that, while the original BLISS HOUSE is still available in hardcover, ebook and audio, it's now also available for pre-order in paperback! Order now if your favorite kind of summer read is a big, sizzling, gothic tale that keeps you in suspense until the very last page, and it will show up in June, when the reading and the living is easy. Read all about my books at my website, sign up for my email list, and be sure to enter my monthly contest to be eligible to win New York Times Bestseller Erica Spindler's romantic thriller, JUSTICE FOR SARA, and a $10 Starbucks Gift Card. Happy Valentine's Day!

http://www.laurabenedict.com


Shayla Black
February is a great month for romance. I'm totally getting in the spirit with my first new release of the year on February 10, THE BOLD AND THE DOMINANT, Doms of Her Life, book 3! One woman. Two Alpha Men. Who will she choose? Along with Jenna Jacob and Isabella LaPearl, I'm beyond thrilled to bring you the continuation of Hammer, Raine, and Liam's tempestuous story. On February 11th, you'll find me here for a Writerspace chat about the book and the series, as well as my upcoming titles. Rounding out the month, on February 26th, join me on my Facebook Author Page for a party featuring WICKED ALL NIGHT and FOREVER WICKED (Wicked Lovers, Book 7.5 and 7.75), along with lots of fun and prizes. Hope to see y'all there! Happy Valentine's Day!

http://www.shaylablack.com


Allison Brennan
Great news - Minotaur Books is giving away 30 copies of COMPULSION, the upcoming Max Revere thriller by Allison Brennan. The deadline to enter is February 5, and all you have to do is be a member of GoodReads! Click here for more information. More great news: #1 NYT bestselling author Catherine Coulter read COMPULSION and said, " Don't miss Max Revere's roller-coaster new thriller. Talk about grit and courage, Max never gives up." Allison is also thrilled to have a story in the first ever Romance Writers of America anthology, edited by the incomparable Sylvia Day. Their Night Off a romantic thriller featuring FBI Agent Suzanne Madeaux and NYPD Detective Joe DeLucca, is featured in PREMIERE, on sale February 9th. As always, for more info about any of these books, visit allisonbrennan.com.

http://www.allisonbrennan.com


Stella Cameron
Don't miss Stella Cameron's debut mystery, FOLLY. When Alex Duggins literally trips over a frozen body on her walk to work, the gossip mill in the small town of Folly-on-Weir gets to work. Who is this mysterious victim? What business did they have in their town? And most importantly, what did Alex have to do with the man's death? Longtime fans of Stella's will want this beautifully repackaged hardcover (originally published as COLD in eBook). The good news is that UK readers can pick up FOLLY today , but US readers will have to pre-order and wait until May. Book Two in the Alex Duggins Mystery Series, OUT COMES THE EVIL, will be available later this year. Be sure to join Stella on Facebook for the latest news.

http://www.stellacameron.com


Ann Christopher
Dear Readers, I hope you're all staying warm! LET'S DO IT, the first full-length novel in my new contemporary romance series, JOURNEY'S END, will be available this month - February 2015. It's the story of Edward Harper, who finds the love of his life in a Saab with a flat tire by the side of the road. Look for it soon! My Author's Cut version of TROUBLE, my first novel, is now available in ebook! An updated and expanded edition of the love story between alpha-attorney Mike Baldwin and his legal intern, Dara Williams, it also has a new epilogue that I'm excited to share with you! My young adult horror novel, MONSTRUM, first in the BELLA MONSTRUM trilogy, is now available in print for those of you who still prefer the feeling of a book in your hands. This is a new genre for me, and I'm very excited about it! As the mother of two teenagers - a boy and a girl - I've thoroughly enjoyed researching and writing for a younger market. As always, stay tuned to www.AnnChristopher.com and facebook.com/AnnChristopherAuthor for the latest news. Take care! Ann

http://www.annchristopher.com


Debra Clopton
BETTING ON HOPE, Book 1 of Debra Clopton's new Four of Hearts Romance Series goes on sale February 17. It's time to fall in love with a new bunch of Texas cowboys! Maggie Hope is an advice columnist whose background leaves her with little advice to give... when Maggie fills in at an interview with champion horse trainer Tru Monahan, the on-camera chemistry between them is undeniable-despite both of their wary hearts. Tru's sponsors and Maggie's bosses know this is a golden marketing opportunity. To save her column, Maggie is forced to take Tru up on the bet that he can teach her to ride a quick-stepping cutting horse like any cowgirl, despite the fact that she has never been on a horse. And in the meantime, she can get the scoop on the man under the cowboy hat... Maggie believes she's found everything she's ever longed for in the small town of Wishing Springs, Tru's hometown until her past catches up to her. Can these two find love? Find out more and Preorder at debraclopton.com. Sign up for my newsletter there to keep up with the latest from Debra. RAFE, coming March 16, 2015, (New Horizon Ranch book 2: MuleHollow) is also ready for Preorder on Amazon. RT Magazine says Clopton's novel BETTING ON HOPE is "moving and masterful" "each character comes alive through her words." COUNTING ON A COWBOY(Book 2 of 4 of Hearts Romance) from Harper Collins Christian is coming in February. Preorder Now at http://debraclopton.com.

www.debraclopton.com


Margaret Daley
My second book in the Alaskan Search and Rescue Series is out this month: TO SAVE HER CHILD, a romantic suspense by Margaret Daley. The blurb for the story is: When a young boy goes missing from wilderness day camp, Alaskan search and rescue worker Josiah Witherspoon is on the case. The brooding ex-marine promises to find the child and return him to his worried mother. But he doesn't know that Ella Jackson has a secret past. One that could put them all in danger. When tensions mount, Ella needs to tell Josiah the truth--but she can't set aside her fears enough to trust him. Ella and Josiah are ready to risk their lives to save her son, but will they risk their hearts, as well? You can buy this book at: Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Apple, Kobo and Google Play.

http://www.margaretdaley.com


Justine Davis
Justine is delighted to announce the arrival of a project that has been twenty years in the making: "A long time ago, I had my first 'white heat' writing experience. A book that came so fast and complete that I could barely keep up. It was published almost untouched, and so well received that I did a sequel. By contrast, that book was a hair-tearing, what-made-me-think-I-could-redeem-this-woman exercise in frustration, but to this day is one of the books I'm most proud of. But after LORD OF THE STORM and SKYPIRATE, I still wasn't quite done with this world I'd created. Unfortunately, my publisher was done with futuristics - apparently I was a bit ahead of the curve - so I was left with a returned synopsis and the sad feeling the third book would never be published. But I never forgot that untold story, and to my great gratification, neither did readers. Over all those years, they wrote, they asked, some even begged for that story. And so, REBEL PRINCE is dedicated to the only possible choice: the readers who simply wouldn't let it die." Check Justine's blog for the in depth story of how these beloved books came to be!

http://www.justinedavis.com


Cat Devon
Cat Devon aka Cathie Linz is very excited about the cover for her Cat Devon book coming out September 2015. The cover art and title are still top secret but she is so happy with them both. Cat is currently working on her next vampire romance set in the Chicago neighborhood of Vamptown. If you haven't read one of her Cat Devon books, you should check them out. They are described as "Sinfully delicious" by RT Book Reviews. If contemporaries are more your thing, Cathie's books are still available - BIG GIRLS DON'T CRY was selected by Booklist as one of the best romances of the year when it was released. You can get more information on her websites and her Facebook pages - www.facebook.com/cathielinz and www.facebook.com/catdevonauthor

http://www.catdevon.com


Laura Drewry
Carter Scott is only supposed to be a one-night stand; someone who will help distract Regan from the weight of her worries on New Year's Eve. He's the perfect one because they can just enjoy each other for the night and then walk away, no strings attached. It sounds perfect, except Carter keeps walking back, keeps nudging his way in to her deeper and deeper into her life. She's spent a lot of years keeping things to herself and she's not ready to share them with anyone; she may never be ready. But ready or not, here comes Carter. Carter and Regan's story, PRIMA DONNA, is the second book in my Friends First series, available everywhere ebooks are sold. And with Valentine's Day right around the corner, you can find out what Carter's idea of romance is on that very special day! Happy Valentine's Day!

http://www.lauradrewry.com


Shoshanna Evers
I'm thrilled to be a part of the book bundle BE MINE: Ten Erotic Romances for Valentine's Day, which starts off with my contribution, Snowed in With The Tycoon! The bundle features contemporary romance, paranormal romance, military romance, and BDSM romance from some of today's hottest New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors. BE MINE releases February 10th, 2015, and it's on preorder now for 99 cents. After the first few days of release week it's going up to $2.99 (still a total steal)! Available at: Amazon, Amazon UK, B&N, Kobo, and iBooks. February Contest! Shoshanna Evers will be giving away an autographed paperback edition of SNOWED IN WITH THE TYCOON, which is featured in BE MINE: Ten Erotic Romances for Valentine's Day! Enter at ShoshannaEvers.com/contests. Also, thank you to my readers for making I AM NOT YOUR MELODY (steamy cowboy romance) an All Romance eBooks Top 5 Bestseller and Top 20 Western Romance bestseller on Amazon when it released early January, and for the success of COWBOY 12 PACK! You rock!

http://www.shoshannaevers.com


A. S. Fenichel
ASCENSION REVIEW (4.0 out of 5 stars) - A must read kind of book! This was my first book by A.S. Finichel and I definitely will be following this series. It was hot and steamy and had one kick ass heroine! ASCENSION, The Demon Hunters #1 - When demons threaten London, Lady Belinda answers the call. Lord Gabriel Thurston returns home from war to find his fianc�e is not the sweet young girl he left behind. She's grown into a mysterious woman who guards her dark secrets well. When he sees her sneaking away from a ball, he's convinced it's for a lover's rendezvous. Following her to London's slums, Gabriel watches in horror as his fianc�e ruthlessly slays a man. Lady Belinda Carlisle's only concern was her dress for the next ball-until demons nearly killed her and changed everything. A lady by day, and a demon hunter by night, she knows where her duty lies. Ending her betrothal is the best way to protect Gabriel from death by a demon's hand. Gabriel soon realizes, like him, Belinda has been fighting for her country. He joins in the fight, determined to show her that their love can endure, stronger than ever.

http://www.asfenichel.net


Marie Ferrarella
February will see my 250th book with Harlequin. It's entitled CARRYING HIS SECRET. Who would have ever thought???? USA TODAY bestselling author Marie Ferrarella unearths more scintillating secrets of the Adair family in her 250th book! When Elizabeth Shelton finds her boss murdered, her life is thrown into turmoil. But nothing shocks her more than learning she's pregnant by the man's son. She kept her attraction to mogul Whit Adair hidden for years before their one-night tryst-and now she must keep another secret... When the killer targets her next, Whit goes from her one-time lover to her full-time bodyguard. Taking her to his ranch for safekeeping, Whit discovers the truth about the baby. He offers his protection, but Elizabeth wants more-his love. For his child and its mother, he'll do anything-even take down a murderer...

http://www.marieferrarella.com


Amelia Grey
Publishers Weekly said Amelia Grey's THE DUKE IN MY BED is: Original and enjoyable Regency... strong plot with enough twists to satisfy. THE DUKE IN MY BED by Amelia Grey is on sale now! A notorious member of the Heirs' Club, Bray Drakestone can't resist a challenge-especially when it involves money and horses. But the friendly wager takes an unexpected turn. Bray is forced to agree to marry one of his challenger's five sisters. Now gamblers are placing bets on whether Bray will go through with it. Miss Louisa Prim, the eldest sister, doesn't care what the reckless rogue promised her brother-she will not marry him. Bray sees her rejection as another challenge. He bets that Miss Prim will not only agree to marry him, she will propose to him! With four sisters behind her, Louisa knows she can't lose. But why does her opponent have to be so sweetly, irresistibly seductive.

http://www.ameliagrey.com


Laura Griffin
BEYOND LIMITS, the new book from New York Times bestselling author LAURA GRIFFIN, is out now! BEYOND LIMITS is a Top Pick at The Romance Reviews: "Laura Griffin delivers yet another fast-action, high-octane read that grabs you from the first page to the last." BEYOND LIMITS: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, iBooks

http://www.lauragriffin.com


Shirley Hailstock
I have a plethora of books to tell you about this month. We finally arrived at the release of SUMMER ON KENDALL FARM. I've spoken about it before. The story takes place on a horse farm. I have several books that involve horses. They are a noble beast and I love watching them run. They don't necessarily have to race. Just running around a paddock or being free in the wild is like watching one of the wonders of the world. HIS 1-800 WIFE is a February release. This is the story of Catherine Carson, who needs a husband...temporarily. Devising a plan to keep her sister and mother's attempts to get her married at bay, she installs a phone to find the perfect man -- no the imperfect man. One she can marry and happily divorce in six months. And to warm your February nights, take a look at I DO! a Valentine's Day novella. No one ever wins these contests -- or so thought Serena Coleman. After being engaged for way too many years, she and her long-absent fianc� win a contest for an all-expense paid wedding and honeymoon sponsored by the Rainbow Room. And now that she and Peter Lawrence are ready to set the date, she's reluctant to change the status quo. Will their relationship have rainbows or just rain? Until next time, keep reading.

http://www.shirleyhailstock.net


Carolyn Haines
New in trade paper - THE SEEKER by R.B. Chesterton (Feb. 15) Aine Cahill believes education can save her from the bloody history-and curse-of her family. Dreams, visions of the dead, such things retreat from the educated mind. To that end, Aine moves to the Walden Pond area for a winter sabbatical to pursue her dissertation on naturalist, Henry David Thoreau. Aine has a journal penned by her ancestor, Bonnie Cahill, who claims that she was Thoreau's lover during his tenure at Walden Pond. Bonnie also claims she and Thoreau were involved in spiritualism-calling up the dead. If Aine can prove Bonnie's claims, she will skyrocket to fame. What Aine finds at Walden Pond is far different. She is stalked by a young girl who leaves strange and disturbing gifts for her. She meets a park ranger with a twisted past that may include murder of a child. And the blood curse of the Cahills returns with a vengeance. To survive, Aine must find answers. NYT Review for THE DARKLING - A good storyteller - and R. B. Chesterton is quite a good storyteller - knows to lower her voice when she's talking about ghosts.

http://www.carolynhaines.com


Jennifer Hayward
Hi all! Excited to bring you a free online read called SOCIETY WEDDING SECRETS to launch Harlequin Presents' Society Weddings series. This 8 part series (a new chapter each week) introduces you to the Columbia Four, a quartet of the world's sexiest bachelors as they're forced to say �I Do'. Here's a taste: Ch�teau des Lacs, near Paris � 1 week until 'I Do'. My to-do list for planning this society wedding was supposed to be simple: 1. Arrange some tastefully naughty pre-wedding activities for the bridal party. 2. Get the bride and groom down the aisle so they can get started on their happily ever after. But now the groomsmen-aka five of the world's most outrageous playboys-are running wild, the groom is running scared and the bride is running me ragged! That's bad enough but with Tate Langfield (yes, that Tate Langfield; he of The Kiss That Cannot Be Forgotten) distracting me at every turn, if I don't take drastic action this wedding - not to mention my career � will end in disaster! Clearly I need to relax. What could be more�tension-relieving�than a night of unbridled passion with the gorgeous Tate? It could be our little secret, dear diary... Read Chapter One

http://www.jenniferhaywardromance.com


Joan Johnston
Dear Reader, Brrr�it's cold outside! There's something about snowy winter days that makes me want to curl up with a good book in front of a roaring fire. If you're looking for a fun book to read, THE LONER was just re-released with a beautiful new cover. If you haven't read this Bitter Creek novel, you won't want to miss the sizzling romance between Summer Blackthorne and Billy Coburn, who fight bitter blood and impossible odds for a glorious second chance at love. Be sure to watch for the Romance Writers of America (RWA) Anthology PREMIERE which will be released this month with my short story Coming Home, part of my Hawk's Way family of books, featuring Savannah from my Bitter Creek novel SHATTERED. For those of you who prefer hard copy to ebooks, you'll be happy to know that UNFORGETTABLE is now available for print-on-demand. If you're like me and enjoy the convenience of an ereader, you can download UNFORGETTABLE from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and wherever ebooks are sold: Kindle, Nook or smashwords.com for all other ebook downloads. Stay warm! Joan Johnston

http://www.joanjohnston.com


Lisa Renee Jones
ALL OF ME, book 6 in the Inside Out series will be available February 2nd and is available for pre-order NOW! This is THE WEDDING book and ties up all lose ends to the series as the final installment! Blurb - Passion. Mystery. It all collides in the breathtaking conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Inside Out series, ALL OF ME. He's rich and famous, his past dark, but so is hers. Can they save each other? Or will the darkness tear them apart? Pre-Order: Amazon / B&N / iBooks. Win an iPad Mini 2, $100 Amazon gift card or an Inside Out gift set(including a full SIGNED set of Inside Out books and a JAMES AVERY necklace!) - (enter the rafflecopter contest after the excerpt!. INSIDE OUT EXTRA (first 4 chapters of IF I WERE YOU plus BONUS CONTENT) FREE for a LIMITED TIME ONLY! Amazon / B&N / iBooks. I BELONG TO YOU, book 5 in the Inside Out series is AVAILABLE NOW! This is Mark Compton's full-length book where you learn all about his past and Crystal's as well. Grab your copy here: Amazon / Audio / B&N / iBooks

http://www.lisareneejones.com


Nicole Jordan
THE ART OF TAMING A RAKE, a September release, is available for preorder now! Legendary Lovers Book 4 features Quinn Wilde, Earl of Traherne, and has a sizzling Taming of the Shrew theme. Read the cover copy at Amazon or on Nicole's website Hot News Page. SECRETS OF SEDUCTION is on sale now -- discounted 25% off for the Amazon paperback and Kindle versions! In Nicole Jordan's third captivating Legendary Lovers tale, charming Lady Skye Wilde teaches a reclusive, emotionally scarred nobleman to love again. This is also Hawk's story � the long-awaited conclusion to Nicole's Paradise Series! RT Book Revews gave SECRETS OF SEDUCTION a TopPick! and Hawk a K.I.S.S. award. Read Chapter One here. LOVER BE MINE is on sale now. Get the scoop at Nicole's website. Read an excerpt, and download a gorgeous bookmark. PRINCESS CHARMING is Legendary Lovers Book 1. Read an Excerpt. Check out Nicole's Hot News, and enter her monthly Contest to win fab prizes! And connect with Nicole on Facebook for a great time!

http://www.nicolejordanauthor.com


Sherrel Lee
New Valens of Legacy Release (February, 2015) VALENS RECLAIMED, Book 7 - Jemma Nix didn't know her heritage and had a sudden awakening when Cerberus sought to kill her. Legacy Security provided support and allowed her to take her place as the Phoenix Leader of the Valens. There are lost children out there being murdered and living harsh, unbearable lives on city streets around the world where they have run from society, the social workers and their tormentors. Jemma calls on Carol Birk veteran and household security expert who vows to find these lost souls. Throwaways who have no idea what is to come as they reach adulthood. A change that can lead them down a dark and desperate path filled with hate and anger if they are not reclaimed. To be avaiable on Amazon.com - Check my website sherrellee.com for date.

http://www.sherrellee.com


Kat Martin
Excited to be releasing AGAINST THE SKY, the second book in my Brodies of Alaska Trilogy and the 11th novel in my Against Series - just hitting the shelves a few days ago on Jan 27th! AGAINST THE SKY is a fish out of water story. Nick Brodie, an ex-Anchorage cop, is tough as nails, a true man's man, comfortable in the hard life in Alaska. But Samantha Hollis, owner of a pet grooming parlor in San Francisco likes shopping at Sak's and a day at the spa. Unwillingly swept into Nick's problems, Samantha finds herself on a wild ride that leds them in to passion and terrible danger. This one's very fast paced, but it has a soft heart. Reviewers are abuzz with comments like, "delivers an awesome punch of suspense and romance." -Books&Benches. I hope you'll enter the contest on my new website for a chance to win an elegant pair of Swarovski crystal earrings and the first three books in the AGAINST series. Check out my new website! Join my mailing list. Enter my contest. Order AGAINST THE SKY. Connect with me on Facebook. Enter my Writerspace contest.

http://www.katmartin.com


Cheyenne McCray
With her new Lawmen series, New York Times best selling author Cheyenne McCray returns to steamy romantic suspense with cowboy lawmen in southeastern Arizona. Book 2, NO MERCY, is available now and Book 1, HIDDEN PREY, is at a sale price for a limited time! NO MERCY: Over twenty years ago, Belle ran from her abusive stepfather. She left behind the boy she loved and a circle of friends who had been like family to her since childhood. Now, years later, the death of one of her close friends brings her face-to-face with the boy she had to leave. Only now he's not a boy anymore. Dylan has never gotten over Belle running away all those years ago. When Belle and Dylan are drawn back together. It's not long before he realizes he has a second chance to make her his. When a dangerous drug cartel starts targeting the Circle of Seven friends, Dylan must use all his federal law enforcement training and contacts to stay one step ahead. He must solve the clues their friend left behind before all of them end up dead. Visit Cheyenne on Facebook at Facebook.com/CheyenneMcCraysPlace and at CheyenneMcCray.com.

http://www.cheyennemccray.com


Carly Phillips
Get ready for Valentine's Day with hot steamy reads! Kindle Worlds recently released nine new novels set in Carly Phillips' Dare to Love World, check them out here: kindleworlds.amazon.com/world/DareToLove. And remember - there's always something new at www.carlyphillips.com including information on Carly's stories and her social media info! Dare to Want More ... with NY Times Bestseller Carly Phillips!

http://www.carlyphillips.com


Caridad Pineiro
Love sexy military men? Then check out Caridad Pineiro's TAKE A CHANCE erotic romance series box set featuring three steamy romances for only 2.99. Also look for the next novella in the TAKE A CHANCE series, STAY THE NIGHT now available individually and as part of the BE MINE: 10 Erotic Romances for Valentine's Day Box set. BE MINE is available for pre-order and is specially priced at 99 cents for a limited time.

http://www.caridad.com


Candice Poarch
Candice Poarch is releasing two new titles this month for your reading pleasure, A KISS SO DEADLY and THE ESSENCE OF LOVE. In the month that represents love, she wishes you all a wonderful Valentine's Day.

http://www.candicepoarch.com


Mary Jo Putney
Mary Jo Putney is in a historical romance bundle for Valentine's Day! Cover design goddess and author Kim Killion came up with the idea for an e-book bundle of a dozen historical stories, both novels and novellas. Called A DOZEN RAKES, RENEGADES, AND ROGUES, O MY!, it has a terrific author line up and will sell for a mere $2.99. You can see the authors and preorder if you like here at Amazon. The bundle will release on February 14th. (Of course!) My story, THE DEVIL'S SPAWN, hasn't seen the light of day for many years, since it was published in a minor anthology called DASHING AND DANGEROUS. Inspired by the true story of Princess Caraboo, it tells the tale of Dominick Chandler. Ten years earlier, his courtship of Roxanne Mayfield had been destroyed by her poisonous father. Now Dominick is back and determined to reclaim the only woman he has ever loved-no matter what it takes.

http://www.maryjoputney.com


Erin Quinn
Do you believe in fate? Erin Quinn has two new releases that might convince you that you should. Check out SHAKING IT UP, a novella and part of the With a Twist Valentine's collection, available from your favorite eBook seller January 12 and THE THREE FATES OF RYAN LOVE, a Pocket Books original, available in print and eBook January 28.

http://www.erinquinnbooks.com


Francis Ray
THE FRANCIS RAY COLLECTION, Volume 1 will include A SEDUCTIVE KISS, WITH JUST ONE KISS, and A DANGEROUS KISS. THE FRANCIS RAY COLLECTION, Volume 2 will include ALL I EVER WANTED, ALL THAT I NEED, and ALL THAT I DESIRE. Bestselling author Francis Ray celebrates the lifelong bonds between the Grayson family and their friends with heartwarming love stories and happy ever afters... The two collections will be available on February 17, 2015.

http://www.francisray.com


Eden Robins
Hearts and Flowers...and Love. EDEN ROBINS is looking forward to sharing the love when she finishes her new fairy tale anthology in 2015. Please watch for a short blurb about these tales coming soon at www.edenrobins.info. And while you're there, don't forget to sign up for Eden's Monthly Garden newsletter and enter her monthly contest for a chance to win a signed, paperback copy of one of her paranormal AFTER SUNDOWN titles.

http://www.edenrobins.info


Joanne Rock
Joanne Rock is celebrating the release of THE RIGHT MOVES, a Harlequin 2-in-1 with Kate Hoffmann featuring two sexy Wrong Bed stories for the price of one! THE RIGHT MOVES features Joanne's "Double Play" with a hot baseball hero. Romantic Times says "Rock slowly builds the relationship between the seemingly mismatched couple toward a big, emotional payoff," but you'll just call it yummy! If you're looking for a Valentine's Day story, check out STRANGERS IN PARADISE with Joanne and Stephanie Bond for some fun and frothy romance. Don't miss her latest contest and follow her on Facebook for frequent giveaways.

http://www.joannerock.com


Karen Rose
Karen Rose is ecstatic about the February 3rd release of her 16th Full-Length Novel - CLOSER THAN YOU THINK! Click here to see the trailer and get a first look at Faith and Deacon's story! - Psychologist Faith Corcoran is desperate to escape the stalker who's made her life a nightmare for the past year-desperate enough to run to the one place that has been her nightmare far longer. Both boon and bane, her recent inheritance of her grandmother's old house in Cincinnati offers sanctuary in which she can start her life anew, but requires that she face the dark memories that still resonate to this day. But she has no idea how close to home her fears still are. Two college girls have gone missing in the area, and FBI Special Agent Deacon Novak is called to work on the case. When his inquiry unexpectedly leads him to Faith, he finds a beautiful and brave woman he can't help but fall for. Soon they'll discover that this seemingly simple investigation is anything but. Reaching back decades into Faith's own past, it will shatter everything she believes to be true and will give terrifying new meaning to flesh and blood.

http://www.karenrose.com


Jessica Scott
TWO NEW Books in TWO New Series!! HOMEFRONT is the first novel in the new Homefront Series. First Sergeant Gale Sorren waited a war and half a lifetime for a chance to get stationed near the ex-wife who left him years ago. When he finally musters the courage to see her, the life he imagined she was living was nothing close to the reality. It's available for preorder from iBooks. And an entirely new series kicks off with BEFORE I FALL. Beth Lamont knows far too much about the harsh realities of life her gilded classmates have only read about in class. Noah Warren doesn't know how to be a student. All he knows is war. A simple arrangement turns into something neither of them can deny. And a war that neither of them can forget could destroy them both. Also available for preorder on iBooks. Both books are scheduled to be out on 24 February. Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to know when the books go live on the other ebookstores or check out my website jessicascott.net for more information!

http://www.jessicascott.net


Alexandra Sokoloff
Thomas & Mercer is so excited about the re-releases of the first twobooks in my Huntress/FBI Thrillers series (HUNTRESS MOON and BLOODMOON) that they're giving me enough prizes for three whole months of giveaways leading up to the highly anticipated release of Book 3, COLD MOON. February Giveaway: First Prize: 1 New Kindle Voyage. Second Prize: Books 1-3 of the Huntress/FBI Thrillers intrade paperback, signed by me. Third prize: An audiobook edition of BLOOD MOON (50 winners - 1 audiobook each). Enter the contest here: alexandrasokoloff.com/contests. A haunted FBI agent is on the hunt for that most rare of killers... a female serial. "This interstate manhunt has plenty of thrills... Sokoloff keeps the drama taut and the pages flying." � Kirkus Reviews

http://www.alexandrasokoloff.com


Roxanne St. Claire
It might be the dead of winter for many of you, but it's always warm, sunny, and romantic in Barefoot Bay! Take a trip to the tropics with the latest installment of the Barefoot Brides, BAREFOOT IN PEARLS, available now! Like all of the books set on these sun-washed shores, this is a contemporary romance filled with love, laughter, and deep emotion. Wedding designer Ari Chandler believes there is "one true love" for her - she's been taught that by her Native American grandmother. But when Luke McBain shows up in Barefoot Bay, he's on a mission to destroy sacred ground and she has to stop him...so he can't be "The One" - or can he? Their attraction is instant, strong, and complicated and before long, Luke and Ari have to risk this love in order to uncover secrets that could change the landscape of Barefoot Bay forever. BAREFOOT IN PEARLS is available at all digital retailers and in print. Kick off your shoes and fall in love this winter!

http://www.roxannestclaire.com


Shiloh Walker
Shiloh Walker's alter-ego, J.C. Daniels, has released THE COLBANA FILES in a boxed set. It's the perfect time to get caught up... four books for $4.99! You can read the first story for free at Tor.com. Shiloh is also giving away THREE copies of her March romantic suspense, DARKER THAN DESIRE on Goodreads. Enter here! Shiloh and 50+ other authors will be signing in Fort Lauderdale this February at the Wicked Books Weekend. The main event ticket sales have ended but you still can purchase tickets for the signing only for $7!

http://www.shilohwalker.com


Erika Wilde
THE CAPTURE, Volume #6 in The Marriage Diaries series by Erika Wilde is getting a BRAND NEW look! Read a sexy excerpt of THE CAPTURE here. You can purchase THE CAPTURE at the following places: Amazon, Barnes & Noble, iBooks, Kobo, and GooglePlay.

http://www.erikawilde.com


Sandra Worth
The ominous, once neglected Wars of the Roses that inspired Game of Thrones has moved center stage in England. The dark figure at its heart - King Richard III, who lay in a parking lot for five centuries - is being buried in March. With his re-internment comes a re-examination of the man himself. We know now that he wasn't the ghastly hunchback the Tudors claimed, casting doubt on all we've been told. So as he's being reburied, he is also being reborn. Sandra Worth's ROSE OF YORK series of novels unfolds Richard III's story. Was he a monster who poisoned his wife to have incest with his niece and murdered his little nephews, the princes in the Tower, for the throne? PALE ROSE OF ENGLAND, this month's prize, recounts the chilling tale of the handsome young man thought to be the true prince who challenged Henry VII for his throne, and of his beautiful wife, the Scottish princess Lady Catherine Gordon, thrust into the darkness of a Tudor court, watched lustfully, and malevolently, by its first Tudor king. Sandra invites you to learn more about her award-winning books and to enter her contest for a copy of Lady Catherine's story by visiting www.sandraworth.com.

http://www.sandraworth.com




Writerspace Bestsellers

NEW YORK TIMES Hardcover Fiction 02/01
     #16 TRUST NO ONE by Jayne Ann Krentz

NEW YORK TIMES Mass Market Paperback Fiction 02/01
     #3 SILVER THAW by Catherine Anderson
     #5 RIVER ROAD by Jayne Ann Krentz
     #8 DOGWOOD HILL by Sherryl Woods

PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Hardcover Fiction 01/26
     #15 TRUST NO ONE by Jayne Ann Krentz

PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Trade Paperback Fiction 01/26
     #14 DANCE UPON THE AIR by Nora Roberts*
     #18 CAPTIVATED BY YOU by Sylvia Day
     #20 MCKETTRICKS OF TEXAS: GARRETT by Linda Lael Miller

PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Mass Market Paperback Fiction 01/26
     #2 SILVER THAW by Catherine Anderson
     #5 DOGWOOD HILL by Sherryl Woods
     #9 RIVER ROAD by Jayne Ann Krentz
     #12 MOONLIGHT ROAD by Robyn Carr

USA TODAY Bestselling Books 01/22
     #29 SILVER THAW by Catherine Anderson
     #53 CAPTIVATED BY YOU by Sylvia Day
     #59 DOGWOOD HILL by Sherryl Woods
     #83 TRUST NO ONE by Jayne Ann Krentz
     #91 RIVER ROAD by Jayne Ann Krentz
     #97 COWBOYS LAST ALL NIGHT by Cheyenne McCray & 4 others
     #123 DANCE UPON THE AIR by Nora Roberts*
     #129 DARE TO TOUCH by Carly Phillips
     #139 MOONLIGHT ROAD by Robyn Carr

* Berkley Jove Authors

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