Historical
Stories set in the past.
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Character Interview: Nathaniel Clairmont from No Turning Back @deannajewel #RLFblog #historical
No Turning Back Deanna Jewel, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. We’re excited
to interview your character, Nathaniel Clairmont, from the book, No Turning Back.Genre: Historical Romance,
England 1778Publisher: Swallowtail Productions LLCPrinter: BookLocker.comCover artist: Todd EngleLength: 276 pgsHeat rating: 3Blurb:While avenging the death of his fiancé years earlier, Michael
Nathaniel Clairmont, Duke of North Yorkshire, learns that he CAN love again. Will
the woman he wants also learn to love again? He sets out to capture her heart.Vanessa is heartbroken over recent events in her life; she’s
also head strong, flaunts London aristocracy and
takes on breeding horses, something unheard of in the society circles of London. She finds herself
trying to put the pieces of her life back together, but can she do it alone? With
a child on the way, she is forced to do just that – their future depends on her
strength. Then a friend offers to help. Dare she trust a man sworn to carry out
a vow taken on a death bed? She refuses to accept that his love is true when his
honor of sticking to his word is also at stake.Can Nathan survive another heartache? Join him and Vanessa as
they work through the torments of their past and work together to fight for their
love and a future together.Buy links:
Amazon http://tinyurl.com/6c54vxaBarnes and Noble http://tinyurl.com/5t6ylwqWhat are your main characters’ names, ages, and occupations?Vanessa Devereaux –
27 – breeds horses, runs her husband’s furniture businessNathaniel Clairmont
– 30 – duke, in the royal service of King George IVPhillip Devereaux –
30 – brother of Vanessa, shipping for the family businessInterview with Nathaniel Clairmont:
I’m excited that Captain Nathaniel Clairmont is here to chat
with us for a bit. I’ve pulled him from the pages but he can’t stay long. He’s
the handsome hero from No Turning Back, a respected ship captain, friend and breeder
of horses; he loves to ride, but loves the ocean just as much. And here’s a secret
– he’s also a Duke!Nathan, your home in Scarborough,
England sounds like a wonderful place, overlooking the ocean. How long has the castle
been in your family?The fortress has been in my family for over one hundred years.
A castle’s structure is cold and damp so I do what I can to keep it warm and comfortable
inside. I’ve done some reconstruction inside and out due to the age so it won’t
crumble down around me. I’ve collected tapestries from around the world and those
hang on the walls to help keep the heat inside. I enjoy walking out on the parapets
that look out onto the water, to listen to the crashing waves on warm summer evening.With all your travels
and time at court with the King, I envision all types of women wanting to get to
know you better. Tell us what you look for in a woman who might interest you.*Nathan rubs his chin as he thinks about an answer* I would have
to start with height. I like tall women, with a nice smile but doesn’t constantly
giggle and chatter. Is that a good start? I want to be able to read her eyes, the
windows to a woman’s soul. I’m a fairly good judge of character. I like a smart
woman who is able to hold a conversation; beauty is nice but there is more to a
female than good looks.Well that gives us a list
of attributes to start with. Our readers place themselves in the heroine’s character
you know; they all want to be in my story with YOU! Are you the type of man who
doesn’t like getting tied down to one relationship, play the field, so to speak?
Never Surrender *he has a deep laugh* I don’t have time to play the field, Deanna.
The King keeps me pretty busy at court or traveling on his behalf and when I’m not
doing that, I’m at my home where I breed beautiful horses. The woman of my dreams
will share that love with me. I like to think of myself as a one-woman man and our
love will last a lifetime, if I’m lucky enough to find that.So, have you found the
woman of your dreams, Nathan?I can’t answer that without giving things away, now can I. *he
gives me a sexy wink* I’ve had my share of women in my life but I want to settle
down one day, to have children, someone to leave my home to.When you’re on the ocean…sailing…are
you at home there? Do you feel in control of something larger than life?I was raised aboard ships. My father took me with him when he
sailed and I learned how to read the water, to know when I don’t have control because
the sea takes orders from no one. A captain depends on a good crew to help keep
the ship safe and I have that in my crew. I trust them with my life.We all have enemies. Care
to enlighten us about a few of yours?Hmmm…Langley
has been a thorn in my side since childhood. We didn’t necessarily run in the same
circles of London
society, but he did attend some of the same entertainment and events such as a local
ball or two. He was jealous of the ease at which I could talk with women and there
were a few females I guess one could say I turned in my direction. His jealous nature
is also part of the reason he can’t keep a woman; that and he’s bloody greedy.Nathan, thank you for
taking the time to be here with us. I know our readers have been thrilled to know
you a little better. Can you stick around for a few questions?I can do that. I can’t wait to hear what questions they might
have for me!We can’t be responsible
for their actions or questions, you know! So be prepared…we look forward to it.
Again, thank you!My pleasure!Contest
Everyone, thank you for stopping in today. I hope we’ve been
able to add one more book to your shelves. Leave your comments, where you’d like
your gift card to, and email addy to be in the drawing! Now, who has a question
for Nathan or myself?About the Author
Deanna Jewel lives in the Pacific Northwest
and has been writing multi-genre romance
Deanna Jewel since 1991. She is married to a retired
captain of the fire department. He’s also owned his own businesses for 25 years.
They have two Siamese cats: Zoie and Sinbad, who keep them entertained. Deanna has
enjoyed reading historical romance novels for over thirty years, camping with her
family, and traveling.She writes to draw the reader into the story to experience what
the characters feel, to show both the hero’s and heroine’s points of view, and to
take the reader away from their every day stress to a place not yet visited.A trip to Dubois, Wyoming, south of Yellowstone,
inspired her time-travel novel. The landscape and town locations described in Never
Surrender are real. Jon Daley, a professor at Boise State
University, translated the
Shoshone language that you will find in the book. This novel won an Honorable Mention
in the 2008 Quill Awards at Writing.com.No Turning Back, her historical romance, takes place in England,
1778, was released in April 2010, and is available in print, eBook and iBook for
download to your electronic readers.Her newest novel, Whispers At Ghost Point, released in late December,
2012. Whispers takes place at an abandoned lighthouse in Wilmington, NC
and is the sequel to No Turning Back. The characters are reincarnated into the present.
Join Dana as she learns about her past while working toward her future. The dangers
that lurk at an abandoned lighthouse pull her into a past she was unaware of but
also involves a man she’s never met…in this lifetime!Previous Books:
Whispers at Ghost Point – Contemporary Dec 2012Never Surrender – Native American Time Travel – Wyoming, 1835 released 2009Unleash Your Inner Strength – motivational FREE! Released 2010Books Coming Soon
Never Surrender sequel – late 2014Contests
CONTEST #1: On the 13th, I’ll pull one winner from those who
comment and also leave your choice of gift card and your email addy in the comment
(so I can reach you when I draw your name). One will win a $10 gift card.CONTEST #2: I’m giving away FOUR $25 gift cards at the end of
my blog tour! Get your entries in on my Blog Tour Grand Prize drawing,
winner to be picked on Oct 14th!Find Me Here
Website http://deannajewel.com/Facebook Fan Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/371589027638/Twitter: http://twitter.com/deannajewelPinterest http://pinterest.com/deannajewelAn Avid Readers Haven http://avidreadershaven.com/ -
An Inconvenient Wife Constance Hussey @JupiterGdnPress #RLFblog #historical
An Inconvenient Wife Today’s featured book is An Inconvenient Wife by Constance Hussey.Only love can transform an inconvenient wife into his
heart’s desire.Fleeing an obsessive suitor, Anne Mackenzie finds refuge in Portugal, although she will only be completely safe
in England.
When she takes two children into her care, she never dreams that they will be the
key to return her home. Lord Westcott can take her away from Portugal and protect
her from the dangerous man in her past, but the price is high—a loveless marriage.
Unless Anne can thaw the heart of this compelling, aloof stranger, they may be irrevocably
bound to a lifetime of unhappiness.Unable to ignore the bonds of friendship, Lord Westcott reluctantly
agrees to visit Portugal
in search of a missing child. A recluse since the death of his wife and a crippling
injury to his daughter, he never imagines he will return with two orphans and a
wife—a wife whose dangerous secrets threaten his very life—and his long-frozen heart.Chance has thrown them together, but only love can transform
an inconvenient wife into his heart’s desire.Amazon http://www.amazon.com/An-Inconvenient-Wife-ebook/dp/B009SX8O12/Smashwords http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/246374Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/an-inconvenient-wife-constance-hussey/1113526465?ean=2940015530599Find Me Here
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Regency: Seduction of Lady Phoebe @EllaQuinnAuthor #RLFblog
Seduction of Lady Phoebe Ella Quinn, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. Let’s talk about
your book, The Seduction of Lady Phoebe.Genre: RegencyPublisher: Kensington PublishingCover artist: KensingtonLength: 101,623 wordsHeat rating: SpicyTagline:Blurb: Polite
society has its rules for marriage. But for Ella Quinn’s eligible bachelors, their
brides will show them that rules are for the weak of heart…Phoebe Stanhope is not a typical Lady. As feisty as she is quick
witted, no one can catch her, especially when she is driving her dashing phaeton
with its perfectly matched horses. And unlike her peers, experience has guarded
her against a growing list of would-be suitors. But when she encounters Marcus Finley,
what she fears most burns deep within his blue-eyed gaze…For Lord Marcus, the spark of recognition is but a moment in
the love he has held these many years. Now that he’s returned to England,
all the happiness he desires rests on Lady Phoebe never finding out that he was
the one who turned her heart so cold and distant. He must work fast to gain the
advantage—to convince her what she wants is exactly what she denies—but in order
to seduce her into his arms, he must be willing to give up more than he can control…Buy links:
Amazon US
~ Amazon UK Â ~ Amazon France ~ Amazon
Germany ~ Amazon Canada ~ Barnes and Noble ~ Kensington
~ iTunes ~ KoboWhat are your main characters’ names, ages, and occupations?Lady Phoebe Stanhope, three and twenty, ladyLord Marcus Finley, eight and twenty, gentlemanInterview
What is the most important thing you do for your career now,
as compared to when you first started writing?I work on my social media platform. When I first started all
I did was write. By the time it dawned on me that I needed to get involved in social
media, I’d written four books. So during the time I was working with my agent’s
assistant learning to edit, I took a class and began building my platform.What websites do you visit daily?I try to support other authors, and visit many websites on a
daily basis. I regularly visit Writers in the Storm, for interesting writing tips
and Rakes and Rascals, for new historical releases.If you could change something about your first book, what
would it be?LOL. All the head-hopping I did when I first wrote it, and continuing
to exercise. I gained a lot of weight that first year.What do you enjoy most about writing?Telling my characters’ stories and the research. I love learning
new things.What is your work ethic when it comes to writing?Each morning, I catch up on email, Twitter and Facebook. Then
in the afternoon I write. I would love to write first thing, but I can’t think until
the other stuff is out of the way. Of course, that gives me an incentive to get
off Facebook.What kind of books do you read when taking a break from your
own writing?Mostly historical romance, though I still enjoy spy stories.Which of your books would you recommend to someone who doesn’t
normally read your genre, and why?I actually have a couple of people who don’t read romance that
are going to Read the Seduction of Lady Phoebe. I recommend the first one, because
it’s the start of the series and introduces the characters.What is your favorite holiday and why?A ski holiday in Austria. I love being on the mountain,
and we have very good friends in the area we frequent.What good book have you read recently?Miranda Neville’s The Ruin of a Rake.Where were you at midnight, on December 31st when the new
century started?We were in London wishing we’d gone to Edinburgh instead.If you were a color, what color would you be?Apple green.Please underline which statement is more like you:“I am a vacation spa because I am laid back and relaxed.”“I am a ten-countries in ten-days tour vacation, because I do things as fast as possible.”Please complete the sentences
I love pizza with Gorgonzola cheese, spinach and mushrooms.I’m always ready for time with my husband.When I’m alone, I write, read, and take walks.You’d never be able to tell, but I love riding on the back of my husband’s Harley.If I had a halo it would be just a bit crooked.If I could twitch my nose like Samantha I’d be the happiest person on earth.I can never jump out of a plane because no one will let me.Find Me HereWebsite: http://ellaquinnauthor.comBlog: http://ellaquinnauthor.wordpress.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/EllaQuinnAuthorFacebook: http://facebook.com/EllaQuinnAuthorGoodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7044274.Ella_Quinn
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Historical: Little Witch (Evolution Series) | Interview @jillhughey #RLFblog
Little Witch Jill Hughey, welcome to Romance Lives Forever.
Let’s talk about your book, Little Witch: Historical Romance Novella, the fifth
installment in your Evolution Series.Genre: Historical RomancePublisher: self-publishedCover artist: Rae MonetLength: 49,000 wordsHeat rating: Warm/SensualTagline: The night is
dark. The moon is bright. She brings his heart into her light.Blurb:A vicious neighbor uses a series of coincidences to label Salena
as the local moon-charmer, making her an outcast in rural Francia. When Salena encounters
her brother’s childhood friend, Nox, out on business for the Lord of Ribeauville,
she fears he will accept the locals’ tales about her, especially since they relate
to the death of his family a decade before. He is, instead, as charmed by her as
she is by him.Nox’s sympathy for Salena evolves into affection in spite of
his strict rule against close ties with people. Afraid to risk another loss like
that of his youth, he abruptly ends their relationship, unaware that Salena has
already been downtrodden by her father denying her request to venture farther out
into the world.A threat to Salena’s family prompts her to run away in the hopes
of protecting those she loves while forging a new path for her life. Too late, Nox
discovers that she has also run away with his scarred heart.Buy links:What are your main characters’ names, ages, and
occupations?Salena is 22 years old. She is the daughter of
a tenant farmer in the year 848, so her main occupation is helping her family survive
by growing and gathering food and supplies, but she longs to get out into the world.Nox is 24 years old. He has worked for the Lord
of Ribeauville since he was orphaned at age14, and has been promoted from stableboy
to the lord’s representative with the tenants and landowners in his domain.InterviewWhat websites do you visit daily?I visit Kindle Direct Publishing, Facebook, and
Tweetdeck every day.If you could choose anyone to be your mentor
who would it be?Mary Balogh. I enjoy her books immensely and,
based on her Facebook posts, she seems like a friendly, genuine lady.If you could give the younger version of yourself
advice what would it be?Start writing romance right after graduating
from college. I never considered writing as a career choice back then and now I
wonder why?What is your work ethic when it comes to writing?I’m a pretty good self-starter. Any daylight
hours that I am not at my part-time job, or running kids around, I am working as
an author, one way or another. I used to do social media tasks at night, but I found
I wasn’t sleeping very well, so I’ve given myself permission to relax at least part
of the evening.Do things your family or friends do ever end
up in a book?Of course! In Little Witch, I especially enjoyed writing the sibling relationship
between Salena and her older brother, Grant. We’ve all experienced or observed the
younger child struggling to assert herself against the older, “wiser”
one.What kind of books do you read when taking a
break from your own writing?I read mainly historical romance. Surprisingly,
I’ve recently been enjoying a paranormal contemporary series too, which is a real
shocker to me!Imagine you get to go on a dream vacation, but
you have only one hour to pack and leave, and it starts as soon as you finish this
interview. What will you take with you and where will you go?It would be a hard choice between Australia and Hawaii,
but I’ll say Australia.
I’d take hiking clothes, beachwear, sunglasses, my laptop and my ereader, and hopefully
it would be a trip for two so I could bring my hubbie!What is your favorite holiday and why?Christmas, because I love Christmas music and
all the traditions that surround the holiday, though I must say it requires more
work as the mom than it ever did as a kid.What good book have you read recently?“First Grave on the Right” by Darynda
Jones starts the series I referred to in the earlier question. Really, really awesome
concept and fun characters. I am not normally a fan of contemporary or paranormal
romances, but she grabbed me with this one.Please underline which statement is more
like you:“I am a vacation spa because I am laid back
and relaxed.”“I am a ten-countries in ten-days tour vacation,
because I do things as fast as possible.”Please complete the sentencesI love pizza with bacon.I’m always ready for coffee or wine, depending
on the time of day and the circumstances.When I’m alone, I write.You’d never be able to tell, but I can sing
really, really high.If I had a halo it
would be tarnished.If I could stop worrying I’d U!I can never enjoy skiing because I
am terrified I will fall.
Jill Hughey Previous BooksSass Meets Class – a sweet American historical
romanceThe following books are all part of the Evolution
Series:UnbiddenSecond Love: A Short Historical Romance StoryRedeemedVainBooks Coming SoonI’m starting to outline a New Adult apocalyptic
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Reluctant Duke @cmdonovan #RLFblog #historical
The Reluctant Duke Cover Love at Romance Lives Forever is a short intro to a book
and includes a cover, blurb, buy links, and social media contacts for the author.
Today’s featured book is The Reluctant Duke by Christine Donovan.Thomas Seabrook, the penniless Duke of Wentworth, walks into
White’s for night cap. He leaves no longer in need of coin. In fact, he has become
a wealthy man and owner of Hamilton Whaling Industries of New Bedford, Massachusetts
and guardian of a seventeen-year-old girl. Thomas travels to Boston intent of bring his ward back and marrying
her off to the first eligible gentleman who requests her hand. Except the first
gentleman to ask for her, is his own brother Sebastian. Thomas refuses, because
bloody hell, he wants her for himself.Emma Hamilton is not happy with her new situation. Her papa brought
her up to be independent and assertive. How dare this stranger, this moody noble,
dictate what she can do and not do? When she finds herself thrown into a London season, being introduced
from one gentleman to another, looking for a husband, she realizes only the duke
will do. How can she break through the duke’s hard exterior and find the loving,
caring gentleman she knows he hides from everyone.Buy links:
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Regency: The Temptation of Lady Serena @ellaquinnauthor #RLFblog
Temptation of Lady Serena Ella Quinn, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. Let’s talk about
your book, The Temptation of Lady Serena.Genre: RegencyPublisher: KensingtonCover artist: KensingtonLength: 105,800 WordsHeat rating: SensualBlurb:Ella Quinn’s bachelors in The Marriage Game series are charming
and cunning when it comes to the ways of love—until the right woman captures their
unsuspecting hearts…Custom-made gowns…nights at the theater…and a host of eligible
bachelors. Accustomed to living a quiet life in the Scottish Borderlands, Lady Serena
Weir has never had any of these luxuries. But when Serena’s brother demands she
finally have a Season in London,
she’s thrust into a glamorous world she’s only dreamed of…Robert, Viscount Beaumont remembers all too well what it feels
like to be in love. That is why he must keep his distance from Serena. He’s only
felt his pulse stir the way it does now when he made the mistake of loving the wrong
woman once before. Yet the more he strives to resist his feelings, the nearer he
is to falling under Serena’s seductive spell…“Supported by a wonderful cast of characters, Quinn’s thoughtfully
drawn lovers teach each other the value of love in this delicious Regency treat.”
~ New York Times Bestselling author Eileen DreyerBuy links:Kensington: http://bit.ly/1b6z328Amazon: http://amzn.to/1ckTNY3Amazon Canada:
http://amzn.to/13OW4FnAmazon UK:
http://amzn.to/198ENaVWhat are your main characters’
names, ages, and occupations?Lady Serena Weir is age
26, and making her first come out. She is the daughter of the deceased Earl of Vere
and sister of the current earl.Robert, Viscount Beaumont,
is 30 years old. He is a major landowner and rake.Interview
Tell us about your story’s world. What is it like in this
period or place?The story is a Regency.
It begins during the main Season in London, from
there we move to Paris, then Yorkshire, England.
1816 is known as the year without summer.What inspired you to write this book?This is the 3d book in
my series The Marriage Game, however it was the second one I wrote. Robert kept
badgering me until I had his story down. As anyone who has read the book can tell
you, he is a very difficult man.Which character in your current book do you think readers
will like the most? Why?Well I hope they like
Serena and Robert. They’ve both had difficult but different experiences they’ve
had to overcome. Robert is used to getting what he wants, but Serena won’t be bullied.
Getting to their HEA was, at times, a struggle. One of my favorite secondary characters
is the Dowager Lady Beaumont, Robert’s grandmother.Why do you write?Because I love it. It’s
the best job I’ve ever had.Who has helped you the most in your career as an author?That’s a hard question.
My mother-in-law has been my biggest cheerleader, but for actual help, it is other
authors. My critique groups played a big part. I had a great mentor in Delilah Marvelle,
and my agent’s assistant, Claire Cavanaugh, who taught me how to edit and polish
my books.When you’re not writing, what would we find you doing?Social media, supporting
other authors on Facebook and Twitter. I blog three times a week. Almost every morning
I walk the beach and on the weekends I paddleboard.Are you a plotter, or do you prefer to make it up on the spur
of the moment?It’s more spur of the
moment, but I will plot a scene in my head.Any advice for new authors?Learn about the business,
and know that this is a huge business. Join a supportive critique group, and professional
organizations, such as RWA and its chapters. Develop your voice. Don’t give up.What other jobs have you held besides writing?Boat cleaner, sales clerk,
musician, soldier, college professor and lawyer.What are you currently reading for fun?I’m reading Jo Beverly’s
Malloren Series, but I’ve got new releases from Grace Burrowes, Shana Galen and
several others on my Kindle waiting for me.If you could time travel what era would be your first stop?LOL, Regency England.Do you believe in luck?I do believe in luck.
I also believe in hard work.What kind of music do you listen to while driving? Same question
for WritingI don’t. I listen to
NPR. I have to have silence when I write.Do you play any musical instruments?I play piano, but not
as well as I used to.Please complete the sentence
I love pizza with Gorgonzola cheese.I’m always ready for snuggling with my husband.When I’m alone, I write and read.Previous Books
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