Thursday, May 12, 2016

Author Spotlight TNTConfidential on Scarlett Knight and The Art House



Hi guys, today I have the pleasure of introducing this great novel by Scarlett Knight. I've had the pleasure of reading it and I can assure you, it will keep you hooked from beginning to end. 

 
 Granted the opportunity to model for world-famous yet reclusive artist Edgar, journalist Janelle Ryan thinks she's finally landed the story of her career. What she doesn't realize is that by staying at Edgar's famous "Art House," her focus shifts from the news story to experiencing an unexpected personal awakening of her mind, body, and soul.


As a consequence, painful emotions she's been repressing for years begin to reemerge. Facing her demons head on, she realizes what is most important to her - how to forgive, and most importantly, how to love again.
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Excerpt

Drinking sometimes caused old feelings to resurface and made unwanted tears fall. It was undeniable, though: ever since this adventure had started, she’d had more than a few reminders of times and people she’d tried for years to forget. She passed a kitchen and several other rooms too large for a bathroom and too dark to really see into. Checking behind elaborate doors, she found a number of closets and staircases but no bathroom. Finally, she found a small restroom and after relieving herself, checked her appearance in the floor-length gold-framed mirror that wasn’t hanging but rather propped against the wall at a stylish angle. She rubbed away the smears of makeup under her eyes and tried to recapture some of that buzz which had leaked out through her tears.


On the way back, she passed one of the doors that had led to a secret spiral staircase. Mistakenly, she must have left it ajar. When she moved to close it, she heard a man groan.
Freezing with her hand on the doorknob, she listened again to make sure she hadn’t just been imagining things. Then it came again, this time with a woman’s muffled moan in erotic harmony. Her pulse beginning to race, she slowly peeked into the stairwell.

It was a couple all right, there at the foot of the stairs. A long blonde-haired woman in a flowing green dress had her skirts gathered up around her as she knelt in front of a man, frantically giving him fellatio. The man’s upper body was cast in shadow, but she could make out his longish dark hair and stubble. His eyes were closed, his face twisted in fervent ecstasy. She didn’t recognize either of them as anyone Trixi had introduced her to.

The woman’s head bobbed back and forth, her hand stroking the man’s hard cock, which he’d pulled through his pants. She seemed to be enjoying the event as much as he was. Janelle knew she should give this couple their privacy, even if they were doing this out in public. It was their moment of passion, not hers. Still, she found herself unable to break away, her breath growing shallow.

The man gasped and muttered “faster” in a desperate, guttural tone. Janelle had a strong desire to reach inside of her soft blouse and pinch her hardening pink nipples beneath the shell of her bra. She looked down, ashamed but fascinated. A burst of movement brought heat to her cheeks as she panicked, fearing she’d been discovered. But it was only the man, pulling the woman up from the floor and positioning her on all fours on the stairs. He lifted her skirts, her underwear already down around one ankle. His erection, barely visible in the shadow, arced up from his body like an arrow.

He plunged into the woman. She groaned, and Janelle bit down on her thumbnail, her sex tingling with the strong sweet scent of her own stimulation. She needed to leave them alone, let them have their moment, but she couldn’t move her feet. Their passion was intoxicating, something real, unlike so many of her relationships of late. She could actually feel their lust, the forbidden rush of this secret act trapping her in place. She kept her hand on the doorknob, the other hand slack at her side, though she desperately longed to touch herself.

“Darling, did you hear something?” the woman asked, and they stopped moving.
 
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For more, please visit Scarlett’s blog!
http://scarlettknightauthor.blogspot.com/2016/04/the-art-house.html


Tuesday, May 10, 2016

Author Spotlight #TNTConfidential on She's got it all by Jewel Quinlan #Audiobook #ContemporaryRomance



She’s Got It All by @JewelQuinlan Now Available in #Audiobook #ContemporaryRomance

*Link to trailer on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/_NAe-Du28pQ

Blurb:
She’s living her dream, not knowing she’s stolen someone else’s…

For Kayla Cross, getting a job as a DJ at legendary club Grace in Ibiza is a dream come true. It’s what she has worked for her entire life. Even if she had to do it behind her parents’ back, like a dirty secret—then and now. She left everything behind in order to give it her all, and she finds it’s going to take far more than the level of confidence she has in order to pull it off.

Lex Granger thought the job was his. But it wasn’t. And not getting the DJ job means another season of bartending, and watching longingly as others play on stage. When his boss orders him to make Kayla feel at home, he almost rebels. But his need to pay bills wins over his emotions. He resents his competition but can’t help being affected by her sunny disposition, talent, and long, lean form. 

Walking the line between admiration and envy can be agony...

Where you can buy it
eBook:   Amazon  |  iTunes  |  Kobo  |  Nook
Paperback:  Amazon
Add it to your shelf on Goodreads

Audiobook:  Audible  |  iTunes  |  Amazon
Listening Time:  4 hrs 55 mn
Narrated By:  Melissa Moran



Listen to a sample: 

Excerpt:
Kayla had seamlessly taken control of the sound system a few minutes ago and the stuff she had been playing was good, better than the typical pre-recorded shit. But what caught his attention now was the sound of her voice. She was singing into the mic on her headset. Not lyrics but a beautiful stream of notes that seemed to flutter from her gut up to her vocal cords in a lilting sound that was captivating.
The notes she sang rose and fell, exotic and mysterious with the intriguing underlying beat. Her voice called, it drew…and soon women rose from their seats to the small dance area to move and sway with the music, and the men followed them. The same people who had been oblivious of the music a moment before as they’d smoked and talked were now giving their full attention to Kayla.
It wasn’t just the music that mesmerized them; it was Kayla herself. She was a vision. Her blonde hair gleamed under the lights, and her shoulders and hips writhed in a sexy dance, and all the while she continued to turn knobs and flip switches to make the music she sang to. She was absorbed in it and having a great time. Sometimes her hair flicked when she gyrated, as if in punctuation to her movements. Combined with the sound of her voice, she was like a beacon—the song of an angel caressing and drawing everyone in. It was like nothing he’d ever heard before.
 Hola!” said a man in an aggressive tone, waving a one hundred Euro bill. “Can we get ten shots of Patrón?”
“Of course. Right away, friend.” Lex focused back in on his job.
It was awhile before he could come back up for air. But when he did, he noticed that the space was packed with bodies dancing to the music Kayla played. And, although she was keeping it mellow as instructed, it was the biggest crowd he’d ever seen on the terrace during the day. Security continuously went through, trying to keep key paths clear.
Hands holding cell phones were up in the air, outstretched toward her, as they took pictures and videos. Through it all, she wore the brightest smile he’d ever seen, occasionally lifting one hand to press the earphones closer. She changed the tempo to a faster beat and the crowd responded with cheers. She bounced up and down in joy, hand waving above her head with exhilaration, and the people lifted and pumped their fists in mimicry.
She was every bit as good as any DJ they’d had before and more. She was the embodiment of everything he thought he would have experienced and felt had it been him on the stage. Somehow, she caught him watching, and gave him a cheery wave. Embarrassed, he waved awkwardly back, and then pulled his eyes back down to the bar. And, even though he could acknowledge that Rick had been right, that she was good, he couldn’t help feeling the tiny nugget of palpable distaste lodged deep in his chest.

About the author, Jewel Quinlan:
Restless by nature, Jewel Quinlan is an avid traveler and has visited 16 countries so far. Lover of ice cream, beer and red wine she tries to stay fit when she’s not typing madly on her computer concocting another tale. In her spare time she likes to do yoga, hike, learn German and play with her spoiled Chihuahua; Penny. It is Penny’s mission in life to keep Jewel from the keyboard. But, with the help of dog-chew-making-companies, Jewel has been able to distract her canine companion and continues to get thousands of words on the page for your enjoyment.
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Saturday, May 7, 2016

#8Sunday #SexySnippets #WeekendWritingWarriors: WIP #shifter #paranormal

Today, and until Beauty in the Beast releases, I'm going to share some snippets from my current WIP.

I hope you enjoy!

Edits have taken place to keep to WeWriWa guidelines. 


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Jace cursed under his breath. She'd done it again: disobeyed father and landed herself into a shit load of trouble. They'd told her repeatedly that her new boyfriend was no good. But did she listen? Of course not.  

He shrugged out of his leather jacket and draped it over the handlebars of his custom-made motorbike, Glenda. He'd painted her in black and blood red colors, with good quality leather in all the important places and a motor that rivaled the legendary Harley's. He leaned against the seat, taking a moment to enjoy the sun's warmth on his flesh. Ever since he'd crossed the border into this part of the country, he'd been followed by grey clouds and rain. 
He placed his sunglasses over his head and took in the vivid array of colors.

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On a side note, apologies for not visiting any blogs last weekend, but it was a very difficult weekend for me, as my 14 year old boxer fur baby passed away. Ginger was a loving companion, who's at peace now.











Thursday, May 5, 2016

Author Spotlight #TNTConfidential on Lab Rat by Nephy Hart

LAB RAT

NEPHY HART


At thirteen, Gabriel was subjected to experimentation designed to awaken latent psychic abilities.

He’s been locked in a downward spiral of self-destruction ever since.

Then one night he meets Laurie, who is the antithesis of everything Gabriel’s become: cheerful,

optimistic, and comfortable in his own skin.

Laurie pursues Gabriel. But Gabriel no longer believes in love. With a dark past and a history of

disastrous relationships, he’s promised himself ‘no more’. Laurie, however, won’t let go, no matter

how many obstacles Gabriel places in his way.

When Gabriel starts hearing voices in his head, he realizes they belong to the scientists who

experimented on him. Worse, they’re trying to track him down.

With the past nipping at his heels, Gabriel and Laurie flee together.


Can they outrun the enemy? Can they save Gabriel before either his life or his sanity are forfeit?

And is Gabriel as helpless as he, or Laurie, thinks he is?

Available at:


Excerpt
IT’S THE LIGHTS. I hate the lights—they’re so bright. I don’t like bright. I want to go back

to my room. It’s not bright in my room. It’s dim and cool and safe. I don’t want to be here. I don’t

want to talk. I don’t want to think. I don’t want to....

“Good morning, Gabriel. Are you going to be a good boy today? You weren’t yesterday,

were you?”

“I want to go home.”

“All in good time. We have work to do today, and the sooner we get it done, the sooner

you can go back to your room. One more day. Just one more day.”

“Can I go home then?”

“We’ll see. Relax now, Gabriel. You know it’s easier when you relax. I’m going to give you

an injection and I want you to relax and let your mind open. Relax now, Gabriel. I’m going to start

now. Remember to relax.”

The lights. I hate the lights.

It’s the screaming that wakes me every time. But this time I’m not alone. There’s

someone here with me. My housemates never come near when I’m screaming; they know better.

It scares them. It scares me.

I prise open my eyes and the shock stops the screams. It almost stops my heart. I try to

push him away, but he holds on. He’s in my bed. He’s… dressed but I… I’m not. What the fuck

happened last night? Was I that drunk?

“Get away from me.”

“When you stop shaking.”

“Fuck that. Get away from me.”

I manage to push him back and he stretches out like a cat, propping that head of glorious

hair on one hand. He looks at me with his amazing eyes.

“What the fuck are you doing here?”

“That’s okay. I wasn’t expecting thanks. Not from you.”

“Thanks? What do I have to thank you for?”

“Well, I could have left you unconscious on your doorstep, but I thought you’d be more

comfortable in bed.”

“I… what? I…. You undressed me?”

Laurie shrugs. “You threw up.”

I groan. I’m not worried about passing out or throwing up—that’s not unusual for me,

especially after alcohol—but the thought someone saw it, saw me, and took off my clothes…. I’m

horrified. No one sees my body. No one.

“Get the fuck out of here.”

“Just as well I wasn’t expecting thanks, isn’t it? Otherwise I might be feeling crushed right

“I don’t give a shit. Get the hell out of my room.”

Laurie’s expression turns introspective. He reaches out and runs his finger over my arm.

The touch sends shivers through me, and for a moment I freeze, staring at his hand. It’s been a

long time since anyone has touched me, especially there.

Stunned, I raise my eyes and gaze into the deep blue orbs. “Is it because of that?” he says

softly. “It’s alright. It doesn’t bother me.”

“I….” My heart pounds. I’m overwhelmed. I can’t cope with this. I shake my head. “Get

out of my room. Get out. Get out!” I know I’m being unreasonable, but I can’t help it. I know I’m

getting hysterical, but I can’t help that either.

Looking completely shocked, he does what I ask.

I collapse back on my pillow, shaking… and not because of the alcohol, or the fits. What

the hell just happened? No one, no one, sees me naked. But Laurie…. I turn on to my side and

hug myself. I’m hardly aware of the tears until they overwhelm me, and I sob until I’m exhausted.


Bio: About Nephy

Nephy Hart was born into a poor mining family in the South Wales Valleys. Until she was 16, the

toilet was at the bottom of the garden and the bath hung on the wall. Her refrigerator was a stone

slab in the pantry and there was a black lead fireplace in the kitchen. They look lovely in a museum

but aren’t so much fun to clean.

Nephy has always been a storyteller. As a child, she’d make up stories for her nieces, nephews and

cousin and they’d explore the imaginary worlds she created, in play.

Later in life, Nephy became the storyteller for a re enactment group who travelled widely, giving a

taste of life in the Iron Age. As well as having an opportunity to run around hitting people with a

sword, she had an opportunity to tell stories of all kinds, sometimes of her own making, to all kinds

of people. The criticism was sometimes harsh, especially from the children, but the reward

enormous.

It was here she began to appreciate the power of stories and the primal need to hear them. In

ancient times, the wandering bard was the only source of news, and the storyteller the heart of the

village, keeping the lore and the magic alive. Although much of the magic has been lost, the stories

still provide a link to the part of us that still wants to believe that it’s still there, somewhere.

In present times, Nephy lives in a terraced house in the valleys with her son, dog, bearded dragon

(called Smaug of course) and three cats. Her daughter has deserted her for the big city, but they’re

still close. She’s never been happier since she was made redundant and is able to devote herself

entirely to her twin loves of writing and art