Romancing The Pen Today: Sweet Restraint~Becca Dale

Romancing The Pen Today: Sweet Restraint~Becca Dale: As promised, Becca is back! Check out this hot follow up to Sweet Temptation, Sweet Restraint ! And she's giving away a copy to one lucky...

Unspoken Promises

Now Available - I think

Decadent Publishing has a new Western Escape line and I am proud to have written a short little freebie to get things started - sort of a pre-launch appetizer. Ann Mayburn's Diamond Heart is the official kickoff and will be available Feb. 15th. If I understand it correctly, this will be offered as a gift with purchase but is available as a giveaway otherwise.

Isn't the cowboy a cutie? His name is Treynor and he's a Wyoming HP.

Blurb:

Billie Jensen hates liars and cheats. She’s spent her entire life watching her mother forgive the unforgivable with just a few words from a smooth-talking man. So different from her father, Officer Treynor Pandoah seems like everything Bille has ever wanted—quiet, solid, and truthful—until he snuggles up to another woman on Valentine’s Day. He says her eyes lied, but how can she trust a man who won’t share what’s in his heart?

Treynor’s done waiting for Billie to forgive him for something he didn’t do. A man shouldn’t have to explain himself to the woman he loves, but if he can’t find the words to take the tears from her eyes, he could lose her to Unspoken Promises.

Paranormal Romantics: Finding Inspiration in Song by Becca Dale

Paranormal Romantics: Finding Inspiration in Song by Becca Dale

Coming Soon!

Savannah Jensen’s well-planned life offers everything a woman could want except a driving passion to override self-imposed rules. At twenty-nine, the clock isn’t screaming, but it has begun to tick loudly, so when a friend convinces her to attend a bridal blow-out sale, she’s not exactly excited about the reminder that she is alone, especially when a gorgeous man sweeps her into a sensual dance that threatens everything she has ever believed in.

Gavin Ferguson doesn’t believe love exists, but when he picks up the tuxedos for his sister’s wedding, fate, lust, and the family curse throw him a curve. Suddenly, he longs to convince the beautiful woman in ivory that she should be his—at least until he can sate the sexual fire she ignites. Yet, distrust born of disappointment and betrayal insists he protect his heart from the lie of perpetual happiness shining in her eyes.

Once Savannah and Gavin dance, raw desire, too hot to ignore, sweeps them toward insanity with nothing to cling to except sweet restraint.

From the Wild Rose Press

Available Feb 10

Six Sentence Sunday

Welcome to Six Sentence Sunday and a snippet from Heart Desires.

"Everyone with a clear view of our seats is sleeping.” The quiet plane meant he
might get to follow through. A seven a.m. flight guaranteed that most had been up way
earlier than usual. “You can still back out. Nothing you don’t want, angel.”

The male flight attendant stopped to glare, before putting his hand on the back of the
seat and leaning in to whisper, “I’m sorry, sir, but whatever you’re thinking about doing
under that blanket…don’t.”

That's What I'm Talking About...: Author Interview & Giveaway - L.C. Dean

That's What I'm Talking About...: Author Interview & Giveaway - L.C. Dean: Hello Readers! Today I bring to you erotica author L.C. Dean. L.C. has lived all over the United States from the glorious South to the free...

Inspiration for Heart Desires

Old school but catchy. This song came to me when I was plotting Heart Desires. No idea why as it is more my big brother's generation than mine, and trust me he would have never listened to the BGs. It's one of those songs that gets in your head and won't go away though, so I gift it to all of you.

Weedend Dirty Dozen

Available Now - Heart Desires 

Warning Explicit Language

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“You’ll have to be my eyes.” Cupping her right breast in his palm, he circled the tip with his thumb. “What color are your nipples?”

Going without a bra had been a really bad idea. The thin cotton of her T-shirt provided little barrier between her sensitive flesh and his calloused fingers. Her nipples puckered uncomfortably taut. “Do you really expect me to answer that?”

“Yes. Unless you’d rather I pulled back the blanket and took a peek myself.” His hand slipped away and tugged at the hem of her shirt, pushing it upward in tiny increments that did not disturb their covering. “Tell me their size, too. Do they cover the tops of your sweet little tits or are they tiny like chocolate kisses made to melt in a man’s mouth?”

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Blurb: Devlynn Connors doesn’t trust her own ability to find a man who isn’t a control freak, but when she turns her future over to her friends and Madame Eve, she fears nothing will change.

When he flies to Las Vegas for a 1Night Stand hook-up, First Lieutenant Stephan Erikson isn’t looking for love. He’s looking to appease his sister’s fear that he will end up alone. A man can do anything for one night, right?

Can Madame Eve overcome misinformation and misperceptions or will Devlynn and the Lieutenant go home alone?

Great Review from Siren's Song Reviews

Full Review

"I love being quite literally thrust into a good story! Luca was by far my favorite character.  She was strong and accepting and hadn’t been tainted with bitterness because of her inability to see. She was the very essence of innocence, with a whole lot of sass and courage.  That mixed in with her abilities made her a fascinating character"

Don't forget to play at The Romance Reviews Party!
YES!

Party!

200 participating authors and publishers! 
The party runs all month with different authors 
and books featured every day!

Weekend Dirty Dozen - An independent release

Available from Amazon

The Weekend Dirty Dozen.
   He lifted his chocolate gaze before he blew softly over the sensitive folds, so eager for his kiss.
   Shifting her hips, she instinctively reached for the man she’d secretly loved for too long. His wicked smile flashed, but he did not move closer. “Just killing time, or are you planning to do something while you’re down there, crazy man?”
   “Thinking about it.” His grin broadened and his fingers feathered over her heated skin, teasing but never really touching. “Why? Did you have something in mind?”
   She groaned. If he didn’t touch her soon, she’d lose it before they even began. “You were showing me why you want me, remember?”
   “I was, wasn’t I?”

Blurb:
Distrustful of life and love, Gabriel Rivers looks for a fight everywhere he goes, but he prefers Micki’s Bar where the tequila is aged and the dumb asses are plentiful. The eye candy provided by the bar owner is simply a distracting bonus that soothes the ever present rage. Mick’s curves and snarky comments offer a contentment, longed for yet forbidden.

For five years Michaela Neal has watched her friend attempt to self-destruct, yanking his gorgeous butt from the fire and bandaging his wounds as needed. When she finally gives into her desires and offers herself to Gabe’s dark-eyes and rough hands, she never expects him to hurt her despite his cynical outlook.

Pain and misunderstanding drive a wedge between Gabe and the one perfect thing in his life. Can he summon the courage to cast off wrath’s comforting cloak and embrace happiness before fate takes away his options?

Weekend Dirty Double Participating Author's list

Weekend Dirty Dozen

I have joined the Weekend Dirty Dozen on Facebook. What does that mean exactly? Well, a group of authors will post a dozen sentences from either a work in progress or a published piece for your enjoyment each week. The Weekend Dozen will remain on the individual author's blogs from Friday through Sunday, so be sure to check them all out. You should be able to read back though my past weeks once I get rolling as I never remember to delete anything. Today's entry is 12 lines from Untamable - a hot erotic cowboy tale of love lost to misunderstanding and of course regained - it is romance after all. We assume the HEA but the fun comes in the ride and who better to ride with than a bronco buster? Yee-haw and saddle up! 

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“Stop running from me, Lily.” His beautiful amber eyes almost glowed as he closed in. His chest brushed against hers. Heat radiated from him as it always did, her personal heater on a cold winter day. Her personal hell when she tried to resist him.

“Let me go.”

“No. We’re done doing things your way.”

A delicious shiver shimmied down her back at his commanding tone. If only she could turn everything over to him. If only things were that easy.

 
“No more pretending you don’t want me.”

Siren's Song Reviews: Kya's King by Becca Dale

I love the paranormal world. This shifter sinsation first caught my attention by the incredible hotness that was poured out on the first page. I was hooked and knew this was my kind of book! I love stories that drop you right in on the action…Literally!!!

Siren's Song Reviews: Kya's King by Becca Dale: Kya's King by Becca Dale Book One of the Sanctuary Series Reviewed by Sherri Tender-hearted and lonely, Kya yearns for heritage and home....

Got Erotic Romance: Kya's King by Becca Dale

Kya's King is one primal read. From the very first page you are planted right into the action. Kya and Ja are wonderfully layered characters and I enjoyed witnessing their reactions to everything they encountered. I loved the fact that she was so very naïve yet so incredibly strong and determined. Ja is such a fantastically conflicted hero, caught between his duty and his desires. He’s all sexy alpha-male in big kitty form. The supporting characters were fantastic and I cannot wait to see them get their own stories. I particularly enjoyed Kya’s extended family. The overall tone of this story is so animalistic and natural almost raw in some of its brutal moments. I was fascinated by the world this author created.

Got Erotic Romance: Kya's King by Becca Dale: Title: Kya's King Author: Becca Dale Publisher: Decadent Publishing Publication Date: 21-Oct-10 ISBN: 978-1936394319 Genre: shapeshifter,...

2012 Bookie Awards

Woot! Erotic Healing is on the Bookie Awards Survey. 

2012 Bookie Awards Survey

Let’s Hear it for the Boys. Day Two of Freak Week.

The Freak Sorority is a free short story series by Stephanie Beck. Find out more about the sorority, Freak Week and Stephanie at www.stephaniebeck.net

In most romance novels the leading ladies are blessed with men with ripped abs, sexy accents and in possession of sexual prowess to shame ninety percent of regular men.

The men of the Freak Sorority women....yeah, sure they have all of those things. Here’s a rundown on the men. For their full stories, check out their stories at www.stephaniebeck.net under the Freak Sorority tab.

James the Vampire: Immortal vampire, born in the 1700’s to a family of vampires. Outdated on many things, the suave, sexy nightclub owner has redeeming moments...once in a while.

Pete the Human: Very human grocery store owner, Pete was given the name ‘Bricker’ by his wife Pammy while they were still in high school. His down to earth mortality brings fragility, compassion and humor to the supernatural group he’s joined out of love for Pammy.

Sam the Werewolf: Fuzzy Werewolf from the Haven Pack in Pennsylvania, Sam transplanted to New York City. Running into Katie Myters, a member of his pack and also a member of the Freak Sorority was a giant bonus. Playing soccer and hanging out with the boys helps him deal with being without his regular pack.

Nick the Sainted Immortal: Sainted in the 1400’s, St. Nick finds himself very busy every winter, especially in December. When he’s not readying toys and making lists, he’s enamored with Rachel, the succubus branch of the Freak Sorority. He’s been known to dress in ridiculous costumes and go to the extreme to make Rachel happy-and the Freak Sorority loves him for it.

So, let’s hear it for the boys of Freak Week!!!

Nick and Sam will be on Facebook today answering questions and hanging out. James might stop by, but who knows, he’s kind of an ass about things like this. You can chat up Pete on Thursday with Pammy.

***CONTEST***

*All correct answers will be ‘hatted’ and then chosen blindly. Duplicate answers by different commenters are okay, but try to be original when possible. (Answers will be accepted until 10:00 PM Central Standard on Tuesday Aug 2, 2011). Winners will be announced here and posted on www.stephaniebeck.net at the end of the contest day.

*How did Pete get his nickname (hint: check in “Hunting Canned Cranberries at www.stephaniebeck.net under the Freak Sorority tab—the story is short and totally worth the read).

*Name one professional soccer team (any will do).

*Share an embarrassing moment in which you could have used one of the Freak Boys to help you out.  i.e. James’ vampire super powers, Sam’s werewolf strength, Nick’s ingenuity and charm, Pete’s...access to fresh produce.

***Three winners will be chosen from Tuesday’s answers***

 so get your answers in and tell your friends to stop by!  

(if you  have troubles commenting, please email answers to stephaniebeckauthor@gmail.com )

Decadent Publishing Half Price Sale

KYA's KING

and many more on sale

this week at Smashwords!

Decadent Publishing is 1 Year Old.

To celebrate, they’re taking 1/2 off of 1/2 their books at Smashwords!

http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/28527

Books that will be on sale!

A Christmas Evening Vigil

A Christmas Promise

A Queen Seduced

Bared Essentials

Be Mine

Behind Wooden Doors

Beyond the Dream Catcher

Blood Moon

By the Light of the Silvery Moon

Careful What You Wish

Celestial Seduction

Chosen

Coming Home

Crushed Sugar

Echoes at Dawn

Evie’s Gift

Eye Contact

Fae Eye for the Golem Guy

Fairy Casanova

Fallenwood

First Kiss

Glow in the Dark

Guarding the Coast

Handcuffs and Silk

High Above

Invasion of the Nylonians

Kya’s King

Kybernatia

Long, Hard Ride

Love by Auction

Love With an Improper Stranger

Maggie’s Secret Wish

Melting Frost

Most Eligible

Of Course I try

One Night at the Beach

Out Of Joint

Princesses Gone Wild

Red’s Return

Respite

Road Mage

Run Devil Run

Salvation

Second Time Around

Senior Year Bites

Share Your Soul

Something Blue

Soul Catcher

Strut

Sugar Rush

tender is the Knight

The Devil’s Bidding

The Golden Haired Boy

The Kraken’s Mirror

The Legacy Keeper’s Treasure

The Middlesex Suite

The Music of Chaos

The Ship’s Mistress

The Sister’s Story

The Strange Fate of Capricious Jones

The Sweater Curse

The Temple of the Heart

The Wayward Child

Those Who Wait

What's New

Amazon

A few friends of mine and I are venturing into self-publishing. This has always been the to do or not to do question for me. To me it seems smart to keep a publisher, one that you trust to have your back. Sure the profits are lower per book, but with the reputation of the publisher will more books sell and make up the difference?  At this point I don't know. 

I do know that Wrath Unleashed and my buddy L.C. Dean's succubus story To Taste a Warrior are now available on Smashwords, Amazon and All Romance.


They would be available on 1 Place for Romance but I can't figure out how to post them there. There too is a drawback - technical capabilities. Also, some review sites will not accept self-published work. I know some of mine and LC's friends are having outstanding luck with self pubs so we shall see how everything works out. I will keep you posted.

New Contest



More Info

 Contest for a signed print copy of the Run Devil Run Anthology.

The print anthology of the Run Devil Run stories is now available. Check out my website www.beccadaleauthor.com   and leave me a note on what you like or dislike about the site and you could win a print copy signed by the band members and authors who attended the Romantic Times Convention in LA. (Drummer Dave, Jeremy, Jackie Joyride, Valerie Mann, Mari Freeman and me.) Subscribe to the site or my blog, add me on Facebook, and/or follow me on Twitter to increase your chances to win. Make sure you note the contest when you follow. Can’t Stop Me is currently available only in the print version. Contest ends May 1, 2011.