Thursday, October 30, 2014

Release Day Launch - A Reaper Made by Liz Long


Hello every and thanks for stopping by! We are THRILLED to be promoting the release of the newest novel by Liz Long. A New Adult Paranormal that really is as awesome as it sounds! Check it out:

A Reaper Made 
Release Date: October 30, 2014
Genre: New Adult, Paranormal, Fantasy
 
 
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Grace had finally gotten used to her new afterlife as a “Made” – a Reaper who used to be human. When Made Reapers and souls begin disappearing, however, Grace and her mentor Tully suspect demons. Grace’s worst fears are confirmed when her living family is threatened.

She’ll have to break every rule in the Reaper book to save them, including using a little magic to become temporarily human. With the help of Tully and her witchy friend Tessa, Grace goes undercover to save the fates of kidnapped souls – only to discover that demons aren’t working alone. Betrayal and distrust runs deep and Grace discovers that sometimes even Reapers are prone to humanity. 
   
Does this book not sound AMAZING? I'll let you in on a little secret, it is!


 
Liz Long, indie authorLiz Long is a ridiculously proud graduate of Longwood University with a BA in English. Her inspiration comes from action and thriller genres and she spends entirely too much time watching superhero movies. Her fabulous day job as a social media editor includes writing for a publishing company in Roanoke, VA.
Her first book, Gifted, is the first book in the Donovan Circus series, where superpowers meets the circus. Burned is the second adventure. Her standalone book Witch Hearts, is a story about a serial killer hunting witches for their powers. All titles are available at Amazon on Kindle and paperback, Barnes & Noble for Nook, and iBooks.

Find Liz Online
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A REAPER MADE – CHAPTER 1
The old woman in the hospital bed took in a ragged sigh that sounded like a struggle. She looked around the room, to the bouquet of wildflowers that sat in a plastic jar at the foot of her bed. Then her watery blue eyes focused in on me, sitting in the chair next to her. I sat up, leaned in to take her wrinkled hand in my smooth one.
“Who are you?” she asked, her tone fearful.
“I think you already know the answer to that, Anna,” I said, keeping my voice low and smooth. No need to further frighten them before they passed on.
“An angel?”
I shook my head, a curtain of dark hair swaying with the motion. She swallowed hard.
“You’re Death.”
“Not quite. More like an escort.”
“A R-reaper.”
Many humans knew us by name, but it still surprised me when they came out and said it. I nodded, a slow movement to prevent her from panicking. Everyone feared dying. It was my job to help them transition.
Anna looked to the closed door and back to me. “You…can anyone else see you?”
“When I want them to, yes. Right now, however, it’s just you and me.”
The old woman blinked hard and when she opened them again, a single tear streaked down her cheek. I gave her hand a reassuring squeeze.
“Anna, it’s all right. You’re moving on.”
“To where?”
I shook my head. “I can’t answer that. No one can. You must discover it for yourself.”
Anna withdrew her trembling hand from mine, put it over her heart. “I don’t know if I’m ready.”
“I wouldn’t be here if you weren’t.”
“What about my family? My daughter, my grandchildren? Can I say goodbye?”
“You saw them this morning, don’t you remember?”
Confusion crossed her face. Anna had been struggling with dementia in addition to her illness, but I knew to be patient. It was in the job description. When she still didn’t speak, I prodded a little.
“Anna, it’s time.”
She gave me another scared look. “Will it hurt?”
“No,” I assured her. “All you need to do is close your eyes and relax.”
Anna appeared to consider her options, her grip tightening on the thin sheets. She sucked in a deep breath, wincing at the rattle in her lungs. Then she steeled herself, looked at me and nodded. “Okay. I’m ready.”
I gave her a warm smile and put my hands on hers. “Close your eyes.”
She did as instructed, the scared look on her face fading as she relaxed into the bed. I sent warmth from my hands to hers, waited for her soul to disengage from her physical body. After maybe ten seconds, I felt a shift in Anna. A sigh escaped her, the air leaving her withering lungs and decaying body. Keeping my hands on hers, I stood and waited.
Then Anna’s spirit came forward, her hand in mine as she lifted herself from the physical plane. Without problem, Anna stood tall next to me, looking younger than she had in years. Her body may have been old and weathered, but her soul, as like most others, appeared younger, vibrant. Most of the older souls, once out of the body that held them back, were happy to feel alive again. It was one of my favorite things about the job, to see the light shine in their eyes after years of aging and physical pain.
Anna gripped my hand, looked back to her body lying peacefully on the bed. She gave me a relieved look. “You were right, that didn’t hurt at all.”
“I’m glad,” I told her with a smile. “Do you want to say goodbye?”
“To that old thing?” she said, waving her hand at her wrinkled body. “I suppose I should, but now that I’m out, all I can think about is the next step.”
“Not unusual,” I said, the corners of my mouth turning upward. Now that Anna was free, the spunk she’d had in her youth returned. I motioned my head towards the door. “Come. Walk with me.”
She didn’t let go of my hand as we walked through the door and out into the hallway. No one so much as blinked at us as we wandered. At first, Anna tried to skirt around obstacles and people, before she realized she went right through them. Before we’d even reached the end of the hallway, she was practically skipping.
“I haven’t felt this good in years,” she said. “Do you think I’ll reunite with my husband?”
“I can’t answer that for certain, but he’ll know you’re coming. He’ll find you if he can.”
“He used to say he’d follow me anywhere. I’ve missed him so much.” She smiled at the memory, then paused as though realizing something. She turned to me. “What is your name?”
“Grace.”
“Grace,” she repeated. “Thank you.”
“It’s my pleasure. Would you like to continue walking or do you think you’re ready?”
Anxiety flashed across Anna’s face before she swallowed hard and nodded. “I think…I think I’m ready to go.”
I squeezed her hand. “May you find peace in your afterlife.”
A warm breeze swept through the hallway, though the living continued as though nothing were happening. The wind found us, circled around and played with my and Anna’s hair. I let go of her hand and took a step back as Anna looked around.
“Am I supposed to walk into the light?” she asked.
I couldn’t help but smile at the question; it seemed like everyone always asked. I shook my head. “There are no bright lights. It’s okay – take a deep breath and be patient.”
Souls didn’t need to breathe, but I always saw them do it before they moved on. It seemed to calm them down as it would’ve had they been in their human bodies. Old habits died hard, I supposed, but if that helped them feel better, I saw no need to point it out.
The breeze picked up, turned into an unseen tornado that swirled around Anna. Her hair went in every direction but her posture stayed still. As she closed her eyes, I saw a smile grow on her face. Then the wind took her, and Anna’s soul faded away in front of my eyes. Warmth grew in my chest, as it usually did with each peaceful passing, and I smiled briefly before turning back into the retirement home to find the next soul.



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Monday, October 20, 2014

Book Boyfriend Week Day 5 - Logan "Kash" Ryan


 
Hello! Today for Book Boyfriend Week I am featuring the reader voted favorite for Favorite Law Enforcement Office - Logan "Kash" Ryan. Be sure to read all the way down to the bottom of the page for the Trivia & Giveaway!
 
*Winners for the giveaways will be announced Wednesday night (10/22).*


 
If you've followed my blog for awhile, you should know that I am a HUGE fan of Molly McAdams. So I was ecstatic that Kash was getting votes for favorite Law Enforcement Officer. I have been completely hooked on Kash since I read Forgiving Lies and it just intensified after reading the follow-up, Deceiving Lies. He definitely ranks right up at the top of my favorites list.  


Why I Love Logan "Kash" Ryan

His love for Rachel.
His protectiveness.
How he calls Rachel "Sour Patch."
Everything else.
 
Seriously, I just love everything there is about Kash. 

Haven't met Kash yet? Here's where you can find him.



Favorite Kash Quotes

Instead of quotes, I'm going to share one of my absolute favorite scenes from Forgiving Lies.


 



 Leave a comment with your answers to the following trivia questions. You'll earn one entry just for commenting and then an additional entry for each right answer. (Make sure you leave your name and email so I am able to contact you if you are a winner!)

Today's Giveaway
$5.00 Amazon Gift Card

Q: What is Kash's partner's name?

Q: How do Kash & Rachel meet?

Q: Where is Kash from?

Be sure to check out the other day's for more entries.

Day Two
Day Three

Bonus Giveaways

In additional to the contest each day, there will be five winners drawn from all commenters for the following prizes.

1- $10.00 Amazon Gift Card

3- Molly McAdams Swag Packs
 
1- Kellan Kyle/SC Stephens Swag Pack



 

Book Boyfriend Week Day 4 - Travis Maddox & Reese Carroll

 
Hello! Today for Book Boyfriend Week I am featuring the reader voted favorites for Favorite Fighter - Travis Maddox and Favorite Readers' Choice - Reese Carroll.  Be sure to check it out. I've got some reader input on why these guys are so loved. Be sure to read all the way down to the bottom of the page for the Giveaway!

 
For those of you who have read Jamie McGuire's Beautiful Disaster, it should be no surprise that Travis Maddox was a frontrunner for Favorite Fighter. I was introduced to Travis by one little line that a friend shared with me and I just knew I had to read the book. I thought I loved him when I read Beautiful Disaster, but that was nothing compared to how I felt after reading Walking Disaster. There's just something about him that gets to you.

Why Readers Love Travis
 
Thank you Rachel & Alana for sharing why you love Travis.

I love that he's not perfect. 

He's not the type of guy that you'd expect to fall for, after all, he starts as a man-whore.


In his own crazy way, he fell hard for 'Pigeon' and did everything in his power to show her. 


For him, to forsake other women and try to earn Abby's love... *swoon*


He's Travis.

I melt when he calls Abbi Pidge.


His relationship with his family especially his brothers.


His friendship with Shep.


His loyalty to those he loves.



Haven't met Travis yet? Here's where you can find him.
 

 
 
 
Favorite Travis Quotes

“He scanned my face with careful hope in his eyes. “You love me?”
“It’s the tattoos,” I shrugged.”  


“So you like her and you're scared. Now what?"
"Nothing. It just sucks that I finally found the girl worth having and she's too good for me.”  


Shepley crossed his arms. "Say it."
"I like her, okay?"
"Not good enough."
"I have feelings for her. I care about her. A lot. I can't stand it when she's not around. Happy?”  


“And when a Maddox boy falls in love, he loves forever.”  

“The only thing I'm afraid of is a life without you, Pigeon."

“She told me to find a girl worth fighting for. The one that doesn’t come easy.”  

“A Maddox boy will take you all the way to the edge, but if you go with him, he’ll follow you anywhere.”  


I'm going to be totally honest and say that I haven't met Reese Carroll yet, but he's pretty darn popular as he was crowned Favorite Book Boyfriend Readers Choice. It definitely piqued my curiosity and I immediately grabbed both books. I am looking forward to meeting this hot accountant!  

Why Readers Love Reese

Thank you Alana and Vickie for sharing why you love Reese!

He is sexy.

He is honest.


He is very romantic.


He has a dirty mouth (which I loved).


He is super smart, I mean he is an Accountant for goodness sakes!


He is just sweet about reminding why he loves Dylan- he's just swoon-worthy because of that fact alone.


Here's where you can find Reese if you haven't yet met him.


 
 

Favorite Reese Quotes

 
"You're All I Think About"

"Dylan, One hundred and thirty two days.  That's how long I have loved you."
 
"Do you have any idea how beautiful you are, Dylan?  Every single part of you".
 
"Christ, I am so in love with you Dylan.  Insanely in love".



Instead of a trivia question today, I want to know what your favorite quotes are from these two gentlemen.

*Winners for the giveaways will be announced Wednesday night (10/22).*
 
Today's Prize

$5.00 Amazon Gift Card

 Leave a comment with your response. You'll earn one entry for each quote you leave. (Make sure you leave your name and email so I am able to contact you if you are a winner!)

What is your favorite quote from Travis Maddox?

What is your favorite quote from Reese Carroll?


Friday, October 17, 2014

Book Boyfriend Week Day Three - Gunner Mathews & Christian Grey


 
Hello! Today for Book Boyfriend Week I am featuring the reader voted favorites for Favorite Cowboy - Gunner Mathews and Favorite Businessman - Christian Grey.  Be sure to check it out. I've got some reader input on why these guys are so loved. Be sure to read all the way down to the bottom of the page for the Trivia & Giveway!


Mmmm... one of my favorite types of hero and Gunner Mathews is all cowboy! He's loyal to a fault, loves fiercely and will do anything for those he loves.  

Why Readers Love Gunner
Thank you Lesli, Maggie, Deana, Melissa, Sarah & Mandi for sharing why you love Gunner! 

He is a gentleman (not many of those around anymore).
Just his words can make you swoon.
He would do anything for his grandparents.
He would do anything for his friends.
He's the most sweet and caring man.
You know you can always depend on him to be there.
He's incredibly sexy!
He always knows just what to say to make you melt.:)
He would do anything to make Ellie happy and take care of her.
Gunner is the ultimate cowboy in every woman's eyes.
Gunner looks fine in a pair of tight jeans
Gunner is the best horse wrangler
Gunner is the best sexy husband and daddy of the "Wanted" series
He's a gentleman.
He's sexy as sin.
He's so romantic.
His favorite movie is Cars!
He's not scared to tell how he feels.
He's a football player.
He is a cowboy.
He's a great daddy.
He's an amazing husband.
He is a wonderful husband and father.
He is a hard worker.
He has an amazing sense of humor.
He is loyal to his family and friends.
He's romantic.
I love his love for his grandparents.
He's a great friend.
He drives a truck.
He's sexy.
He's funny.
He's wrapped around Ellie's finger and he loves it.


Haven't met Gunner yet? Here's where you can find him.


Favorite Gunner Quotes

”Dude, she’s my girl. Anyone handles my girl wrong or treats her in a disrespectful way, I beat their ass. You got that dude?”

“Well, because I want to be the person who gives you all of your firsts. I want to experience them with you so I can see that beautiful smile of yours light up every time you do something new. I want to make all of your dreams come true.”
"The moment Gunner's hand came up to my face I thought I was going to faint. His touch was so much better than any dream or fantasy could ever be. But his kiss......Oh. My. God. His kiss was my undoing. I'd never felt so much emotion in just a single kiss."


Christian Grey. The man who has been responsible for getting people who haven't read in years back to it, or introduced people to a whole new genre and love of reading. It's no wonder he's so loved and was voted the Favorite Businessman.

Why Readers Love Christian

Thank you Mandi, Misha & Vickie for sharing why you love Gunner!

He's broken.
Sexy.
Dominant.
Sex in a suit.
Taboo.
He was willing to change his life for Ana.
He was quite handy with a tie. ;)
He knew he had issues and was wise enough to go to counseling.
He only had eyes for Ana.
He was charming and successful.
He gave to those less fortunate.
He was willing to give Ana anything her heart desired.
He is a take charge kind of guy.
He's sexy.
Ambitious.
Dedicated.
Extremely Protective.
Sensitive.
Very Loving.

Here's where you can find Christian if you haven't yet met him.




Favorite Christian Quotes
“Laters, baby.” 
“We aim to please, Miss Steele.”   
“I'd like to bite that lip.”
   
“I’ve never wanted more, until I met you.”   


Each day this week there will be trivia to earn entries into the Book Boyfriend Giveaway so be sure to come back each day for more entries. There will be a daily prize drawn from the comments for each day and then 4 winners will be drawn from all the entries for more prizes.

*Winners for the giveaways will be announced Wednesday night (10/22).*
 
Wednesdays's Prize

$5.00 Amazon Gift Card

Day 3 Trivia - Gunner & Christian
Leave a comment with your answers to the following trivia questions. You'll earn one entry just for commenting and then an additional entry for each right answer. (Make sure you leave your name and email so I am able to contact you if you are a winner!)


Gunner

Q: Who are Gunner's closest guy friends?
Q: What are Gunner's grandparents' names?
Q: What kind of ring did Gunner give Ellie when he proposed?

 
Christian


Q: At what age did "Mrs. Robinson" seduce Christian?
Q: What was the name of Christian's helicopter?
Q: What does Ana use to draw a road map on Christian's body of where he could not stand to be touched?
Q: What is the name of Christian's therapist?


Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Book Boyfriend Week Day Two - Kellan Kyle & Colton Donovan


Hello! Today for Book Boyfriend Week I am featuring the reader voted favorites for Favorite Rock Star - Kellan Kyle and Favorite Sports Hero - Colton Donovan.  Be sure to check it out. I've got some reader input on why these guys are so loved. Be sure to read all the way down to the bottom of the page for the Trivia & Giveway!


If you've read S.C. Stephens Thoughtless series, then it should be no surprise that Kellan Kyle was a top runner for Favorite Rock Star! He's certainly one of my favorites. 


Why Readers Love Kellan 




Haven't met Kellan yet? Here's where you can find him.




Effortless
Reckless
Thoughtful - Available February 2015


Favorite Kellan Quotes

“I’ve never wanted anyone, like I want you. Every girl is you to me. You’re all I see…you’re all I want.”

"Mornin'."

“But, if for some reason we're not closer, if something has gotten between us, please, I'm begging you…don't give up on me. Stay. Stay with me. Work it out with me. Just don't leave me…please.”

“This isn't goodbye, okay. There are no goodbyes... not between us.”

“Nothing in the world was as beautiful to me as that tattoo, except the man bearing it.”

“And he was the reason I felt it. His gaze, his touch, his smile, his laugh, no one had ever made me feel... worshiped... quite like he did.”

“His voice was melted sex. Yes, melted...sex.”

“You want me to whatbook? And Tweet? Like a bird? Are you serious?”



Colton, Colton, Colton. Have you met him? If you haven't, you should because, gah! There's just something about him that makes you swoon even when he's being a total jerk! He beat out quite a few other swoon-worthy men to be crowned Favorite Sports Hero!

Why Readers Love Colton









Here's where you can find Colton if you haven't yet met him.






And you just might get to see him in Beckett's story coming in February 2015.  Cara is an expert on Beckett, so here's why you should get his story:




Favorite Colton Quotes

“You wanna play hardball, sweetheart? Welcome to the big leagues.”

“He is my fire on a cold night, the sun warming my skin on a cool spring morning, the wind caressing my face on an autumn day—he is everything that makes me feel alive, and whole, and beautiful. And desired.”

"I race you, Ryles."

“I've never had to work so hard for something I never thought I wanted.”

“We’re not broken, baby…we’re just bent. And bent’s okay. Bent means that we’re just figuring things out.”

“I’ve been able to block things out for so long. Ignore emotions. Ignore everything, but you? You tear down walls I didn’t even know I was building. You make me feel, Rylee.”

“Arrogant. Conceited. Egomaniac!”

“I know I’m good, baby, but God might get a little jealous if you start comparing us.”



Each day this week there will be trivia to earn entries into the Book Boyfriend Giveaway so be sure to come back each day for more entries. There will be a daily prize drawn from the comments for each day and then 4 winners will be drawn from all the entries for more prizes.

*Winners for the giveaways will be announced Wednesday night (10/22).*

Tuesday's Prize
$5.00 Amazon Gift Card

Day 1 Trivia - Kellan & Colton

Leave a comment with your answers to the following trivia questions. You'll earn one entry just for commenting and then an additional entry for each right answer. (Make sure you leave your name and email so I am able to contact you if you are a winner!)

Kellan


Q: What word does Keira first use to describe Kellan's singing style?

Q: Who is Kellan's best friend in the band?

Q: What kind of injury does Kellan sustain at the bar while protecting Keira?

Q: Which of these women that worked at Pete's did Kellan NOT sleep with at some point?  Rita, Jenny or Kate.

Q: What kind of jewelry did Kellan buy Keira to remember him by?

Q: What was the name of the singer with whom Kellan starred in a music video?

Q: What is the name of his band?

Q: What are the names of his band members?

Colton


Q: What is Rylee's nickname for him and what does it stand for?

Q: How old was Colton when he went to live with Andy and Dorothea?

Q: What is Colton's sister's name?

Q: How many does Colton pay Rylee in the auction?

Q: What does Colton always eat before a race?

Q: At what age did Colton start driving a race car?