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Cowboy’s Little Surprise @BarbaraWDaille #RLFblog #Contemporary
The Cowboy’s Little Surprise Today’s featured book is The Cowboy’s Little Surprise by
Barbara White Daille.About the Book
Title The Cowboy’s Little SurpriseGenre Contemporary RomanceAuthor Barbara White DailleBook heat level (based on movie ratings): PGThe Long Way HomeA guy like Cole Slater is hard to forget. Tina Sanchez should
know—for years since high school she’s tried to bury the pain of Cole’s cruel betrayal.
But it’s impossible to ignore the man she sees reflected in her young son’s eyes
now that Cole is back in her life—and about to meet the child he never knew he had.Returning home to New Mexico, Cole is determined to put his playboy
reputation to rest. Especially now that he knows there’s a little boy looking up
to him. And seeing Tina again reignites all the feelings Cole ran from as a teen.
Despite his fear that he can’t be the man Tina deserves, he’s determined to try.
For his son’s sake—and his own.Buy This Book
Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-cowboys-little-surprise-barbara-white-daille/1120323490?ean=9780373755646About the Author
Barbara White Daille lives with her husband in the sunny Southwest,
where they don’t mind the lizards in their front yard but could do without the scorpions
in the bathroom.A writer from the age of nine and a novelist since eighth grade,
Barbara is now an award-winning author with a number of novels to her credit.The first book in The Hitching Post Hotel series, The Cowboy’s
Little Surprise, debuts in April 2015, with other books in the series to follow
in July and December.Author Social Media
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Hot Cowboy Romance 12 Pack @sabrina_york #RLFblog #cowboys
Cowboy 12 Pack If you love sexy cowboy romance books, get ready for a 12-pack
of ’em from New York Times and USA Today bestselling authors!The Cowboy 12 Pack is available for preorder and releases January
20thThe Real McCoy by Sabrina
YorkWhen Crystal Wilson gets roped into a wild, girls-only weekend
at a rowdy “stud” ranch, the last thing she wants to do is tangle with
a bunch of half-naked men pretending to be cowboys. But when she meets Ford McCoy,
she can’t help but be attracted to his dark, dominant, gruff appeal.What she doesn’t know is that Ford isn’t a stripper. He’s her
friend’s overprotective brother, there to make sure his little sister doesn’t get
into any trouble. She’s surprised at the passion that flares between them. In fact,
what she has with Ford might just be what she’s been looking for all along.It’s a pity the sexy rancher isn’t in the market for a city girl.A Cowboy’s SeductionAward-Winning Author Cynthia D’Alba – Sparks fly when an exhausted
cowboy, on a forced tropical vacation, meets an uptight accountant in a bikini.
As the seduction game begins, two weeks never looked so short.Sadie And Her CowboyUSA Today Bestselling Author Paige Tyler – A beautiful ranch
owner hires an infamous gunslinger to protect her against a ruthless cattle baron,
but risks losing everything when she falls for the sexy hired gunThe Billionaire Husband
TestNYT and USA Today Bestselling Author Elle James – Skeptical billionaire
takes a risk on a friend’s dating service and finds the cowgirl of his dreams, only
he has to convince her he’s her perfect match.Her Uniform CowboyDonna Michaels – Texas Guardsman never planned his attraction
to a curvy, military-hating Pennsylvanian, or saddling her with his stress issues.
Will the town’s newest resident support him, or abandon him like others in his past?I Am Not Your MelodyNYT and USA Today Bestselling Author Shoshanna Evers – The baddest
cowboy in Bear Creek Saddle partners with a sassy new bartender to save the family
business. His rules: Don’t kill her. Don’t kiss her. And don’t fall in love.Chase And SeductionUSA Today Bestselling Author Randi Alexander – Country music
superstar Chase Tanner is determined to seduce screenplay writer Reno Linden. She
risks the plunge into Chase’s arms, but will their attraction survive the glitz
and stress of fame?The Cowboy Wins A BrideNYT and USA Today Bestselling Author Cora Seton –Jamie Lassiter
just made the bet of his life—He’s got six weeks to prove to Claire Cruz he’s the
man for her, or pay for her round-the-world trip.Beth Williamson – Cowboy Hank Beltane has no idea what’s in store
for him when he tries to seduce the stubborn, beautiful and sexy as hell rodeo owner
TJ Maguire.The Real McCoyNYT and USA Today Bestselling Author Sabrina York – At a wild,
girls-only weekend at a rowdy “stud” ranch, she meets the gruff, dominant
man of her dreams. It’s too bad the sexy stripper is only a pretend cowboy…or is
he?BadassAmazon Bestselling Author Sable Hunter – Isaac McCoy – Badass
Isaac McCoy, as at home on a Harley as he is on a horse, is in love with the preacher’s
daughter — the angel of Kerr County — and that will never do.Cowboys Never FoldAward-Winning Author Lexi Post – When a cowboy honors a promise
by working at a nudist resort, he discovers that to win the sexy owner’s heart he
must go all-in, which could mean baring more than his soul.Cupid’s CowboyAmazon Bestselling Author Becky McGraw – Struggling country singer
is struck by cupids arrow when delivering a breakup singing telegram on Valentine’s
Day to a beautiful music exec who could make all his dreams come true.Buy this Book
Kobo: http://bit.ly/1H4M25uAmazon: http://amzn.to/11sGMZbIBooks: http://bit.ly/1xyPCSuNook: http://bit.ly/1BL0uiSAbout Sabrina York
Her Royal Hotness, Sabrina York, is the New York Times and USA
Today Bestselling author of hot, humorous stories for smart and sexy readers. Her
titles range from sweet and sexy to scorching erotic romance.Author Social Media
Website www.sabrinayork.comTwitter https://twitter.com/sabrina_yorkAmazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/author/sabrinayork
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Cowboy 12 Pack @sabrina_york #RLFblog #cowboys
Cowboy 12 Pack This post is a redirect from a previous post (Pets for
Vets). That book is no longer available.When Crystal Wilson gets roped into a wild, girls-only weekend
at a rowdy “stud” ranch, the last thing she wants to do is tangle with a bunch of
half-naked men pretending to be cowboys. But when she meets Ford McCoy, she can’t
help but be attracted to his dark, dominant, gruff appeal.What she doesn’t know is that Ford isn’t a stripper. He’s her
friend’s overprotective brother, there to make sure his little sister doesn’t get
into any trouble. She’s surprised at the passion that flares between them. In fact,
what she has with Ford might just be what she’s been looking for all along.It’s a pity the sexy rancher isn’t in the market for a city girl.This book is part of the Cowboy 12 Pack. If you love sexy cowboy
romance books, get ready for a 12-pack of ’em from New York Times and USA Today
bestselling authors. Cowboy 12 Pack is available for preorder (releases January
20th) Featuring twelve other authors.Buy This Book
Preorder Now (Coming January 20th)Kobo: http://bit.ly/1H4M25uAmazon: http://amzn.to/11sGMZbIBooks: http://bit.ly/1xyPCSuNook: http://bit.ly/1BL0uiSAbout Sabrina York
Her Royal Hotness, Sabrina York, is the New York Times and USA
Today Bestselling author of hot, humorous stories for smart and sexy readers. Her
titles range from sweet and sexy to scorching erotic romance.Website www.sabrinayork.comTwitter https://twitter.com/sabrina_yorkAmazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/author/sabrinayorkFree Teaser Book: http://sabrinayork.com/home-2/sabrina-yorks-teaser-book/ -
5 Easy Questions: Anita Philmar @anitaphilmar #RLFblog #erotic
Deputy’s Bride 5 Easy Questions is an interview is designed to be quick,
easy, and fun. Today’s guest is Anita Philmar.Who is your “book
boyfriend”? You know, that hottie you read about and drool over.I have to say I feel in love with Bo and Chase from my book Deputy’s
Bride. True cowboys, they get me hot just thinking about themWould you rather stay
inside and watch snow falling, or get out in it and build a snowman?Both, I enjoy getting out and building the snowman, but love
sitting next to a fire and watching the snow fall.What was the last movie
you watched (home or theater)?Date Night – I enjoyed how the couple was struggling with keeping
the romance alive. Maybe why I have my romantic tip blog because we can all use
help with our love life.If you’re on Twitter,
what’s your favorite hashtag to watch?Right now, I’m watching the #HolidayRecipe because there are
so many wonderful recipes to try out.If the hero of your latest
book called you on the phone, what would be a perfect ringtone for him?When you’re hot, you’re hot, when you’re not, you’re not.About the Book
Title Deputy BrideGenre Erotic Romance
Author Name Anita PhilmarBook heat level (based on movie ratings): RA hot, historical western stand-alone story with a satisfying
HEA.Texas Deputy Bo Kildare is looking for a special kind of lady,
one that is willing to meet his special requirements. No sweet little virgin will
do, he wants a woman who knows how to please a man, perhaps two.Recently widowed, Sarah Elizabeth Foster-LaFever has lived in
the public eye for the last few years and wants out. Her reputation as Micah LaFever’s
wife has left her penniless and without many viable options until Bo comes calling.Now, she believes she found the perfect man until her past rears
its ugly head. Can murder and corrupt dealings keep these two lovers from making
it to the alter?Buy This Book
Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Deputys-Bride-Naked-Bluff-Texas-ebook/dp/B00NUTJ5N6Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/deputys-bride-anita-philmar/1120622534?ean=2940046357318ARe https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-deputy039sbride-1689844-357.htmlSmashwords https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/486387Author Social Media
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Characters: Writer’s Creation or Reader’s Interpretation @AndiDowning #RLFblog #writertips
I see my characters clearly in my head. I hear their voices. I’d know them on the street and I understand them perfectly, what they would do in any given situation. When people ask me, what actor would you have play your hero or heroine in the film of the book, it’s difficult for me to answer because I envisage what they look like so plainly, and it’s not like any actor I know. So, with all this clarity, all this precise depiction, why do I get the occasional comment in a review that completely contradicts what I know my character to be?When I wrote Loveland, it was perfectly apparent to me that Lady Alex was the product of a neglected childhood. Her father had made it clear that he hated her, had sent her off for several years to live in a strange country, on a rough ranch, with no one of her own age. He then forced her into a disastrous marriage. Now, with all this behind her, she wanted to be independent—especially of men. She wanted a career. So why was it that a couple of people commented that they thought she was spoilt? Yes, as a member of the aristocracy, she had a maid, wore fine clothes, but did that imply she was spoilt? What happens is that the reader puts his or her own interpretation on the book; one reader might agree with me that Lady Alex was the product of her background with expectations to have these accouterments, but the next reader might have the view that these things make Lady Alex spoilt, that she had expectations beyond the norm. So who is right?In a way, both of us. A reader can only interpret what she reads from her own knowledge or background of experience. The author must strengthen the characterization enough to get the correct interpretation—the reader is not going to get what is in my mind by osmosis! It has to be down on the page. Perhaps the author must account for the breadth of viewpoints of her readership, the variety of experiences that readers are bringing to the page. On the other hand, I have to ask myself, could I, for instance, have created someone of Lady Alex’s background without the necessary props to show exactly who she was?So, how does the author create a character? First of all, the author shows the back-story of the character—let’s call him Charles for now. Charles has a body of experience behind him when the story begins that has helped to shape his character. As the novel proceeds, Charles will act and react to events, and the reader will know his thoughts on these events. When we’re in his POV, we’ll show his inner conflicts (is he torn between sweet Betty Lou and the glamorous Megan?), the emotions and tensions within him. We’ll relate his view on his relationship with other characters in the book; does he hate his father, is he bored stiff by his aunt? And we’ll describe his appearance, his quirks and his ticks; he’s grown a beard, he plays incessantly with the ring on his finger.Now comes the reader, Miss R. She gets the back story in drips and drabs so that a picture begins to form. Charles went to a posh school; Miss R thinks that means money in his background—that is, until it is revealed he was a scholarship student. Then her view of himchanges somewhat. He buys a coffee and his hand shakes and a spill burns him. Miss R. wonders if he’s ill or nervous? Meantime, both Betty Lou and Megan are equally likeable and have an equal amount of faults. But Miss R is sitting in NYC and thinks the choice should be Megan, while Mrs. Farmer favors Betty Lou. Now we have 2 different interpretations of what’s going on, what’s going to happen and what SHOULD happen. Further complications arise when it becomes apparent that Charles hates his father and Miss R. did too, but Mrs. Farmer adored and worshipped hers so thinks ill of Charles. Finally, there’s that beard. Is it hiding a scar? Is he playing with that ring because he’s nervous or because he wants to remember the beautiful woman who gave it to him?
The author has no control over what goes on in her readers’ minds and, at the same time, we don’t want to give away the whole story at once. Part of the telling is in letting out the secrets and the story in doses, but in such a way the reader reaches the correct interpretation of the character. And if we don’t do that, then, perhaps, we, as authors, have failed.About the Book
Author: Andrea DowningGenre: western historical romancePublisher: The Wild Rose PressStuck in a life of servitude to her penny-pinching brother, Emily Darling longs for a more exciting existence. When a packet with travel tickets, meant for one Ethel Darton, accidentally lands on her doormat, Emily sees a chance for escape. Having turned down the dreary suitors that have come her way, is it possible a new existence also offers a different kind of man?Daniel Saunders has carved out a life for himself in Wyoming—a life missing one thing: a wife. Having scrimped and saved to bring his mail-order bride from New York, he is outraged to find in her stead a runaway fraud. Even worse, the impostor is the sister of his old enemy.But people are not always as they seem, and sometimes the heart knows more than the head.About the Author
Andrea Downing Andrea Downing likes to say that when she decided to do a Masters Degree, she made the mistake of turning left out of New York, where she was born, instead of right to the west, and ended up in the UK. She eventually married there, raising a beautiful daughter and staying for longer than she cares to admit. Teaching, editing a poetry magazine, writing travel articles, and a short stint in Nigeria filled those years until in 2008 she returned to NYC. She now divides her time between the city and the shore, and often trades the canyons of New York for the wide open spaces of Wyoming. Family vacations are often out west and, to date, she and her daughter have been to some 20 ranches throughout the west. Loveland, her first book, was a finalist for Best American Historical at the 2013 RONE Awards. Lawless Love, a short story, part of The Wild Rose Press ‘Lawmen and Outlaws’ series, was a finalist for Best Historical Novella at the RONE Awards and placed in the 2014 International Digital Awards Historical Short contest. Dearest Darling, a novella, is part of The Wild Rose Press Love Letters series, and came out Oct. 8th, 2014, and Dances of the Heart, another full length novel, comes out in February, 2015.Author Social Media
Website http://andreadowning.comTwitter https://twitter.com/AndiDowningAmazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Andrea-Downing/e/B008MQ0NXS/ref=ntt_dp_epwbk_0Buy This Book
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Timeless and Tender Romance: Lauren Linwood @laurenlinwood #RLFblog #Historical
A Bit of Heaven on Earth
As a young girl, Lauren Linwood could barely wait for the library’s
bookmobile to arrive every Saturday at the local shopping center. She would check
out the limit of six books and return them, completely read, the next weekend. Her
favorite game was “Let’s Pretend That…” – which still helps jumpstart
her when she sits down to write today.Lauren fell in love with history, reading every biography in
her school’s library, and continued telling the stories of individuals when she
became a history teacher. Focusing on medieval and western historicals, with a few
romantic suspense and contemporary novels thrown in, Lauren tries her best to steer
her characters on the course she plots for them – only to find that oftentimes they
have a mind of their own and veer off in new, unpredictable directions.A native Texan, Lauren lives with her family in a Dallas suburb.
An avid reader, moviegoer, and sports fan, she manages stress by alternating yoga
with five mile walks. Follow Lauren’s blog, Write Up My
Alley, as she saunters through her writing journey, fun facts from history,
and life in general.A Bit of Heaven on Earth
When Gavin of Ashgrove and his closest friend are captured in
a fierce battle during the Hundred Years’ War, their captors demand a hefty ransom
from their fathers for their return. Robert is quickly set free, but Gavin’s father
refuses to pay for his son’s release, leaving him to rot in a squalid French prison.
Aided by a sympathetic priest, he escapes and returns home to England, only to find
he has been proclaimed a bastard and disinherited.With nowhere to turn Gavin journeys to Kentwood, where he fostered
as a boy, hoping Lord Aldred will take him on as a knight in his guard. The old
warrior is close to death, but he soon realizes Gavin is his son. Aldred plots to
have Gavin inherit Kentwood and marry his much younger wife, Elizabeth, a famed
and opinionated beauty who remains a virgin after a decade of marriage.Will the king recognize Lord Aldred’s first request of a marriage
between Elizabeth and Robert, uniting Robert’s estate with Kentwood—or will the
temperamental Edward reward Aldred’s years of service and honor a dying man’s final
request?Buy This Book
Written in the Cards Amazon http://amzn.com/B00QHMH0IUWritten in the Cards
FREE ON AMAZON DEC 15-17 — click the link below.
Maggie Rutherford jilts her too-perfect society groom at the
altar and flees to the AmericanWest, where she turns her travels into dime novels
that she writes under the pen name Lud Madison.Civil War veteran Ben Morgan marries his childhood sweetheart
and takes her to homestead on the Great Plains. Losing her
in an Indian attack, Ben becomes a roaming gambler. When he kills a cheating opponent
in self-defense, the man’s gunslinger brother swears revenge.After Ben joins a cattle drive and brings in a herd to Abilene,
a waiting Maggie interviews him for her next story. Sparks fly as they wind up living
in the same household, running a general store east of Abilene. But with Black Tex
Lonnegan on his trail, will Ben run from his growing attraction to Maggie and the
gunfighter’s promise of death–or will he make a stand for his life–and love?Buy This Book
Amazon http://amzn.com/B00KGM0M1OAuthor Social Media
Website: http://www.laurenlinwood.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/laurenlinwoodFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/laurenlinwoodGoodreads Author Page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7091840.Lauren_LinwoodAbout Me: http://about.me/LaurenLinwoodAmazon Author Page: http://www.amazon.com/Lauren-Linwood/e/B00CSSG8BC