Sports
Romance in which one or more sports are significant parts of the setting or plot.
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Is It True: @jeanjoachim Dan Alexander, Pitcher #Sports romance #RLFblog
Play Is It True
with today’s guest Jean Joachim, author of Dan Alexander, Pitcher, a sports
romance. This is a game in which authors answer yes and no questions. They can
elaborate on answers as much as they choose.First, tell us about
your book.Book heat level (based on movie ratings): 4 heat levelFed up with cheating women, Dan Alexander, star pitcher for
the New York Nighthawks, grew restless. Searching for something more than a bar
babe, he zeroed in on a girl in the stands. He never expected to see a
beautiful chick pushing frankfurters. But the hot dog girl looked as smokin’ as
the food she was selling.Holly Merrill found a place to hide in plain sight, as a
vendor at Nighthawks’ stadium. Keeping her secret safe and simply happy to stay
alive, she never considered finding love an option. After all, a bad girl doesn’t
deserve a decent guy, does she?Coming off his best season ever, Dan went into the playoffs,
hell bent on winning the pennant and playing in the World Series. But could he
maintain his focus on the field, where everything was going right, when off the
field everything was falling apart?Now, tell us Yes or No for each answer below. Feel free to
explain any (or none) of your answers.Is it true:
this is your first
book?No. It’s book # 35this book is part of
a series?Yes, The Bottom of the Ninth series.you lost sleep while
writing this book?No.you did research for
this book?Yes.some characters in
this book are not human? (pets for example)Some of the ball players may act like apes, but they have
human DNA.this book has more
than one genre?Nope.you speak more than
one language?Yes.you grew up where you
live now?No.you love to read?Yes!you are never late?Yes.you love pizza?No.you love sushi?No.you have a pet?Yes.Where can we find your
book online?Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0UT7CS
Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/dan-alexander-pitcher-jean-joachim/1124673500;jsessionid=576F194628C40C63F5A8DD082171460B.prodny_store02-atgap10?ean=2940153518251
Kobo http://www.kobobooks.com/search/search.html?q=9780997183399
Smashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/667364
CreateSpace https://www.createspace.com/6593192Jean Joachim Social Media
Jean is an award-wining, international best-selling romance
author,with books hitting the Amazon Top 100 list in the U.S. and
abroad since 2012. She writes mostly contemporary romance, which includes
sports romance and romantic suspense.Dangerous Love Lost and Found won 1st place in the suspense
category in the 2015Oklahoma Romance Writers of America International Digital
Awards contest. The Renovated Heart won Best Novel of the Year from Love
Romances Café. Lovers & Liars was a RomCon finalist in 2013. And The
Marriage List tied for third place as Best Contemporary Romance from the Gulf
Coast RWA. To Love or Not to Love tied for second place in the 2014 New England
Chapter of Romance Writers of America Reader’s Choice contest. She was chosen
Author of the Year in 2012 by the New York City chapter of RWA.Married and the mother of two sons, Jean lives in New York
City. Early in thEmorning, you’ll find her at her computer, writing, with a
cup of tea, her rescued pug, Homer, by her side and a secret stash of black
licorice.Jean has 35 books, novellas and short stories published.Website http://www.jeanjoachimbooks.comTwitter https://twitter.com/JeanJoachimPinterest http://www.pinterest.com/jeanjoachim/Amazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Jean-C.-Joachim/e/B001ITRQKY/Newsletter
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Heating It Up @romanzwrter_grl #RLFblog #Contemporary
Red Hot Russian Alexei is king of the Ice…Antarctic styleAlexei Zaikov loves his life in remote Amity Bay,
Antarctica, until a new luxury guesthouse threatens the community’s future. As
head of Amity Bay, he’s driven to save it, but first must discover who is
hiding out in the supposedly deserted lodge…and why.Nora Bradford has lost everything; a promising career and
the man she loved. Glacier Ridge Lodge, the architectural masterpiece she
designed but was denied credit for, seems like the perfect place to grieve her
loss, until a ruggedly handsome Russian arrives on her doorstep, determined to
bring her in from the cold. Desire sparks, leaving them hungry for more. But
will the truth about Nora’s role in Amity Bay’s demise, doom their romance?Heating It Up: A Red Hot Russians Novella
Genre ContemporaryBook heat level (based on movie ratings): PGBarnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/heating-it-up-elizabeth-harmon/1125305385?ean=2940153876726Elizabeth Harmon
Contemporary romance author Elizabeth Harmon loves to read
and write romances with a dash of different. A graduate of the University of
Illinois, she has worked in advertising, community journalism and as a
freelance magazine writer. She feels incredibly blessed to have a career that
allows her to spend her days imagining “what if?” and a loving family that
keeps her grounded in the real world. Her debut novel, Pairing Off, the first
book in her Red Hot Russians sports romance series, is a 2016 RITA Award
Finalist.An adventurous cook, vintage home enthusiast, occasional
actress, and entry-level figure skater, Elizabeth makes her home in the
Midwest, where life is good, but the sports teams aren’t. She loves to hang out
on her front porch, or at her favorite local establishments, enjoy good food
and wine, and talks writing with anyone who will listen.Website http://romancewriter-girl.com
Blog https://elizabethharmonauthor.com/
Twitter https://twitter.com/romanzwrter_grl
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/elizabethharmonauthor
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Gil a new sports #literaryfiction by @daringibby #RLFblog
This quick interview includes info about the author, and introduces the story.About the Author
In addition to a thriving career as a novelist, author Darin Gibby is also one of the country’s premiere patent attorneys and a partner at the prestigious firm of Kilpatrick Townsend (www.kilpatricktownsend.com). With over twenty years of experience in obtaining patents on hundreds of inventions from the latest drug delivery systems to life-saving cardiac equipment, he has built IP portfolios for numerous Fortune 500 companies. In addition to securing patents, Gibby helps clients enforce and license their patents around the world, and he has monetized patents on a range of products.Darin’s first book, Why Has America Stopped Inventing?, explored the critical issue of America’s broken patent system. His second book, The Vintage Club, tells the story of a group of the world’s wealthiest men who are chasing a legend about a wine that can make you live forever.With a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering and a Master of Business Administration degree, he is highly regarded in Denver’s legal and business community as a patent strategist, business manager, and community leader. He is also a sought-after speaker on IP issues at businesses, colleges and technology forums, where he demonstrates the value of patents using simple lessons from working on products such as Crocs shoes, Izzo golf straps and Trek bicycles.An avid traveler and accomplished triathlete, Darin also enjoys back country fly-fishing trips and skiing in the Rocky Mountains. He lives in Denver with his wife, Robin, and their four children.Interview with Darin Gibby
Why did you write this book?Gil is one of those books I wrote for myself. It tells a powerful story about the price required to pursue one’s dreams, and about what really matters in life. Gil’s dedication to his wife, Keri, was the main theme I wanted to convey.What is your favorite genre to read?I tradeoff between historical fiction and thrillers.Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?Johnny Nowlan from A Tree Grows in BrooklynWhat are you working on at the moment, and will see from you in coming months?I am finishing up a thriller entitled Chasing Hindy. This book is about a patent attorney who thinks she’s landed her dream job with a company who has invented a technology to let cars run on water only to discover that there are other interests who are poised to make sure it never comes to market. It should publish in March 2017.Please tell us about your latest book.Some gifts come with a price.Twenty years before, high school coach Gil Gilbert gave up his dream to play professional baseball so he could marry his pregnant girlfriend, Keri. When he miraculously discovers that he can pitch with deadly accuracy and speed, he must choose between his successful career and familiar family life or his chance to play with the Colorado Rockies during a player’s strike. Gil stuns the pitching staff with 100 mph fastballs and is offered a contract.
After joining the Rockies, the world soon learns that Gil is a supernatural phenomenon and the Rockies keep winning. But Gil soon faces stiff opposition, including a frivolous lawsuit, a father who feels his son’s calling to pitch is to save souls, and threats from the striking players. As the season progresses, Gil discovers that his unexpected gift is the result of a rare disease, and continuing to pitch may hasten his own death. While Keri supports his decision to keep playing, she is fearful about her husband’s bizarre heath condition.Gil must decide what price he is willing to pay to live his dream.About the Book
Title GilGenre Literary Fiction – SportsAuthor Darin GibbyBook heat level (based on movie ratings): PG13Buy This Book
Publisher Koehler BooksAmazon https://www.amazon.com/Gil-Darin-Gibby-ebook/dp/B01M6W698SBarnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/gil-darin-gibby/1124635993?ean=9781633933637Kobo https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/gil-4?utm_source=indigo&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=retailerAuthor Social Media
Website http://www.daringibby.com/Twitter https://twitter.com/daringibbyPinterest https://www.pinterest.com/daringibby/Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B005BUNPVU -
Forward Pass a new #erotic sports romance by @desireeholt #RLFblog
This quick interview includes info about the author, and introduces
the story.About the AuthorKnown the world over as The Oldest Living Erotica Author, Desiree Holt
proves every day that she is more than the sum of her years. She is a winner of
the EPIC E-Book Award, an Authors after Dark Author oft he Year and winner of
the Holt Medallion. She has been featured on CBS Sunday Morning and in The
Village Voice, The Daily Beast, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, The
London Daily Mail and numerous other national and international
publications.Interview with Desiree HoltWhy did you write this
book?because I am addicted to football and romance and sexy guys, and in
Forward Pass I had a way to combine them both.What is your favorite
genre to read?romantic suspenseWho is your favorite
character from fiction (not including your own)?Lucy Kincaid from Allison Brennan’s Lucy Kincaid seriesWhat are you working on at
the moment, and will see from you in coming months?A story for Cat Johnson’s Hot SEALs Kindle World, a BDSM story for a
box set and a firefighter story for a box set. Coming up will be the launch of
an action/adventure series set in Alaska, another in my rock star series, and
two more in my Rawhide series.Please tell us about your latest book.Shay Beckham grew up
idolizing her brother’s best friend, star quarterback Joe Reilly. There was no
one in their Texas town who had the moves to match Joe on or off the field.
Years later, he’s still a player who has what it takes to drive any hot-blooded
woman wild. But Shay isn’t a kid with a bad case of hero-worship anymore. She’s
grown-up and independent, with her feet on the ground and a serious head on her
shoulders. If she could just say the same for Joe.It’s been fifteen
years, but Joe Reilly hasn’t forgotten the skinny little kid who used to follow
him around like a shadow. What he can’t get over is that the skinny shadow has
grown into one hell of an incredible woman. One any man in his right mind would
kill to get his hands on. And one who seems to be completely immune to him. He
knows he and Shay could have something special together. If he could only
convince her he’s about more than just the game.About the BookTitle Forward PassGenre erotic contemporary sportsAuthor Desiree HoltBook heat level
(based on movie ratings): RBuy This BookPublisher Kensington http://www.kensingtonbooks.com/author.aspx/31606Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Forward-Pass-Game-Desiree-Holt-ebook/dp/B00ONTR99E/Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/forward-pass-desiree-holt/1120611667?ean=9781616507299ARe https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-forwardpass-1794932-149.htmlAuthor Social MediaWebsite http://desireeholt.comBlog http://desiremeonly.comTwitter http://twitter.com/desireeholtPinterest http://pinterest.com/desiree02holtYou May Also Like
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Iris Blobel: I Think I Love You by @_iris_b #RLFblog #Contemporary
I Think I Love You This quick interview includes info about the author, and
introduces the story.About the Author
Iris Blobel was
born and raised in Germany and immigrated to Australia only in the late 1990s.
Having had the travel bug most of her life, Iris spent quite some time living
in Scotland and London, as well as in Canada, where she actually had met her
future husband. Her love for putting her stories onto paper has only recently
emerged, but now her laptop is a constant companion.Iris resides
west of Melbourne with her husband and her beautiful two daughters, as well as
her two dogs. In addition to her job at a private school she also presents a
German Program at the local Community Radio.Interview with Iris Blobel
Why did you write
this book?“I think I Love You” is the 3rd in the Australian
Sports Stars Series. I started with Tyson (the AFL player in “Love Will Find
You”) and fell in love with his friends Oliver and Markus that I decided to
dedicate them a book as well. I decided for Markus to be a soccer player, not
only because of my German background, but I started jotting down ideas during
the World Cup last year, which Germany won JWhat is your favorite
genre to read?I love Romance, but I generally read across the genre,
except historical novels and erotica.Who is your favorite
character from fiction (not including your own)?Jack Reacher …love him!What are you working
on at the moment, and will see from you in coming months?I’m currently working on another series which is set in a
small coastal town called Fermosa Bay. Connor, who’s lived most of his life in
London, returns to his place of birth and discovers there are many things about
his past he isn’t aware of … or he hasn’t been told of. It’s fun to write.
Quirky characters, laid back, and very Australian!Please tell us about
your latest book.Markus DeLeon and Sarah Winter’s lives couldn’t be more different…After three years away as the goalkeeper for an English soccer club, Markus has been happy to be back in Australia. He’d missed his family and friends, including Sarah. He’s known her since childhood, and often protected her from the teasing of other children and the troubling consequences of a broken home.When they attend their friends’ wedding, a new light is cast on their friendship…Sarah is fresh out of a bad relationship, and Markus has always been the one she can confide in. Maybe it’s the magic of the wedding—or how stunning he looks in a tux—but the attraction between them intensifies in ways they’d never imagined.But sometimes when risking what you have, you might lose everything…Following a passionate encounter, Markus isn’t sure how to handle this new aspect of his relationship with Sarah, and literally flees the scene for the coast. Sarah is unsure how to react to his sudden departure, but is soon knocked off course by misunderstandings and a frightening family emergency.Markus realises his mistake and wants to make things right, but he also faces obstacles. He’s been offered an exciting new job, and an attractive newcomer to the neighbourhood is eager to claim his attention, though the last thing Markus needs is another confusing relationship.Can Sarah and Markus face the fear and doubt—and the potential loss of their lifelong friendship—to give their love a chance?About the Book
Title: I Think I Love YouGenre: Contemporary RomanceAuthor: Iris BlobelBook heat level (based on movie ratings): PG13Buy This Book
Publisher http://www.limitlesspublishing.net/product/i-think-i-love-you/Amazon USA: http://www.amazon.com/Think-Love-Australian-Sports-Star-ebook/dp/B010FW81H6/Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Think-Love-Australian-Sports-Star-ebook/dp/B010FW81H6/Amazon AU: http://www.amazon.com.au/Think-Love-Australian-Sports-Star-ebook/dp/B010FW81H6Author Social Media
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Author Naomi Bellina: Tai Chi is Sexy @TheGoddessNaomi #RLFblog
Her Wild Protector If you’ve never watched someone do Tai Chi, grab the next opportunity
and check it out. It’s a beautiful, graceful martial art form that Merriam-Webster
defines as “an ancient Chinese discipline of meditative movements practiced
as a system of exercises.” In my story Her Wild Protector, Tara says it looks like yoga on barbiturates. She’s kind of
a smart ass!Tai Chi can be done by just about anyone and while it looks like
nothing much is going on, it takes a fair amount of energy to perform. There are
many benefits to moving through the forms, such as improving posture and increasing
flexibility. There are plenty of good articles on the subject and here’s the link
for a gorgeous video on YouTube, showing a gold medal champion do The 24 Form: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejB-jBtZqqUI decided to have my hero, Marshall, practice Tai Chi for several
reasons. It relieves stress because it’s good exercise and it requires discipline
to practice regularly. Tai Chi is also sexy, in my opinion. It takes control and
slow, steady movements. I imagine all that power and energy used for…you know,
other purposes. Of course, I had to find a few more videos of good-looking guys
doing Tai Chi. *sigh* Research is rough sometimes.In this one, a home-made clip, not only does the man show nice
form (to me, anyway), the snow, trees in the background and the hint of sun make
a nice video.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wq75jyB28MELast but not least, check out the trailer for Tai-Chi Master
with (yum) Jet Li. Though a lot of this movie is fighting, you can see a few seconds
of group Tai Chi being done. It’s mesmerizing!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YD9yVyj2WWEBuy This Book
Amazon http://amzn.to/1fNUczQBarnes and Noble http://bit.ly/1gz4x7MiTunes https://itun.es/i66T5Z3Kobo http://bit.ly/1bsKT92About the Author
Naomi Bellina Naomi lives in beautiful sunny Florida with the love of her life and a magical
calico cat. She writes for various fiction and non-fiction markets, but finds she
is drawn to romance because her characters insist on canoodling and falling madly
in love. So she lets them. Occasionally, however, they go to dark and strange places.
She lets them do this also. Most of her stories will surprise readers with unexpected
twists and turns, because isn’t that what makes life exciting?Her interests include dancing, hula-hooping, drumming, and creating
healthy meals. She takes the opportunity to play, have fun, and indulge in the pursuit
of passion whenever possible. She hopes you enjoy her stories and would love to
hear from you.Author Social Media
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