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VENUS ENVY (Mass Market Paperback)
by Shannon McKelden
Tor Books
January 2, 2008

Take one hunky firefighter, one stubborn “Cinderella,” and one very reluctant fairy godmother and what do you get?

Rachel Greer wants no part of Venus’s scheme to land Mr. March as her Prince Charming, but Venus is determined to do just that. She’s only a few love-life fixes short of returning to her former goddess status, and she’s not letting one mulish mortal stand in her way.

It appears the only way Rachel can get rid of the very un-Disney-like fairy godmother is to play along. So she follows Venus’s plan to interview Luke Stanton’s ex-girlfriends…which Venus believes will cure Rachel’s relationship fears, but which Rachel knows will only prove her point that men are never what they appear to be.

But, when Venus’s plan appears to work, and Rachel and Luke fall in love, does Rachel dare set aside her fears about happily ever? Or will betrayal send her back into relationship seclusion…this time forever?

And what happens when a goddess-turned-fairy godmother breaks the most important rule–protecting herself from human emotions?

ABOUT SHANNON McKELDEN

Venus Envy is Shannon McKelden’s first novel. Having been married to her high school sweetheart for 19 years, she finds that humor is a necessity in life and strives for that lighter tone in her writing. McKelden lives in Puyallup, Washington.

REVIEWS

“Witty, charming, and surprisingly touching. Don’t miss this delightful novel!”
—Beverly Brandt, bestselling author of Match Game on Venus Envy

“Sexy, clever and fun . . . absolutely delightful from beginning to end.”
—Jane Porter, author of The Frog Prince on Venus Envy

“Fans of MaryJanice Davidson will find much to enjoy in this debut. Recommended.”
–Library Journal on Venus Envy

“Mount Olympus-sized fun!”
—Lauren Baratz-Logsted, author of How Nancy Drew Saved My Life, Vertigo on Venus Envy

“McKelden will dazzle readers with her brilliant twists on the beloved fairy tale. Venus Envy is fun, snarky and divine!”
—Susanna Carr, author of Lip Lock

“Take some Greek mythology, add a dash of fairy tale and a big dollop of Cosmo, and you get the cocktail that is Venus Envy—a cute story for anyone who’s ever gotten in her own way when it comes to love.”
—Cathy Yardley, author of Turning Japanese

“Loved it from the first line. Full of delightful snark and lots of heart!”
—Melissa Senate, author of See Jane Date and Love You To Death on Venus Envy

“Delicious fun! A sparkling, laugh out loud treat.”
—Gena Showalter, author of Jewels of Atlantis on Venus Envy

“Charming. McKelden’s sharp sense of humor pulls plenty of weight.”
—Publishers Weekly on Venus Envy

Website: www.shannonmckelden.com

This morning I was tagged by Shayla Black and told to list 7 random facts about me. So here they are…

1.) I’ve traveled to France, Germany, the Netherlands, Mexico, Jamaica, Japan, and all over the United States.
2.) I drink coffee all day and often at night, too. I love it.
3.) I hate bugs, all kinds. *shudder*
4.) I drive fast. Always have.
5.) In 3rd or 4th grade (can’t remember now), I won a piano recital encompassing all the grades (which went up to 8th grade). But I wouldn’t know what to do with a piano now.
6.) I’m a horrible corresponder. E-mail, snail mail, phone calls… I suck at keeping up with all of that.
7.) I love flying, but I’m deathly afraid of heights.

Now I’m supposed to tag 7 people, so…

Melissa, Laurie, Charli, Karin, Stacy ~, Michelle (MG), and Wendy.

KEEPERS OF THE FLAME
by Robin D. Owens
Luna

Twin sisters Bri and Elizabeth Drystan each have a special gift for healing, but they’ve taken very different career paths. While Elizabeth has pursued a medical degree, Bri has taken a more unorthodox and holistic path. Both of their gifts are sorely needed in the world of Lladrana, as the Dark has launched a deadly new plague.

Abruptly summoned to this alien world by desperate sorcerers, Bri and Elizabeth discover they are the fourth such summoning of Earth-born women, or Exotiques. The situation in Lladrana is dire, and Bri and Elizabeth are immediately thrown into the fray. To save the lives of many, one twin may place her own life in dire risk.

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ABOUT ROBIN D. OWENS

Robin D. Owens has been seriously writing longer than she cares to recall, but is very happy with how her writing career is proceeding. She was named the Writer of the Year by Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers in 2004, and 2003 Writer of the Year by the Denver Area Science Fiction Association. Robin has been the librarian, contest co-chair, and President of Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers. She has given seminars at Pikes Peak Writers Conference, the Colorado Gold Writers Conference, and Romance Writers of America as well as other groups.

REVIEWS

As Owens’ multifaceted saga, The Summoning, continues, the sorcerers get an unexpected bonus: two for the price of one in the form of twins…Events continue to darken in this intricate fantasy world, the stakes keep rising, and losses become inevitable. Strong characterization combined with deadly danger make this story vibrate with emotional resonance. Stay tuned as events accelerate toward the final battle.
—Jill M. Smith, Romantic Times

This is one of the most engaging worlds ever to grace the universe of epic fantasy. Though the basic framework of the prior three novels is maintained, Keepers of the Flame does not follow any set “formula,” but is filled with surprises as the sisters adapt and struggle in the world to which they have been summoned. Thus, what is loved about the other books is still there, but it is also a fresh, new spin on the overall story.
– Amanda Killgore, Huntress Reviews

I was utterly fascinated by this latest Exotique story. The Lladranans are coming closer and closer to finding a solution for finally facing the Dark in a final battle. They can only hope they can set all the pieces of the puzzle into place and finally triumph to save Lladrana once and for all. Robin D. Owens has pulled out all stops with this one in yet another intriguing peek into her Lladranan world.
– Kathy Boswell, The Best Reviews

Website: http://www.robindowens.com

WHAT YOU CAN’T SEE
by Allison Brennan, Roxanne St. Claire,
Karin Tabke
Pocket Books
ISBN-10: 1416542299
ISBN-13: 978-1416542292
December 26, 2007

THREE GRIPPING TALES FROM TODAY’S BRIGHTEST STARS OF DANGER AND SEDUCTION

Allison Brennan

Demonologist Anthony Zaccardi can’t save the twelve priests brutally slaughtered at a California mission, but he’s determined to send the killer — an ancient demon — back to hell. And when tough, sexy local sheriff Skye McPherson refuses to believe something supernatural is at work, Anthony realizes that to “Deliver Us From Evil” he must first win Skye’s trust, then her heart.

Roxanne St. Claire

Popular TV psychic Arianna Killian’s conversations with the dead have earned her the attention of a killer who fears her abilities, and Bullet Catcher Chase Ryker is the skeptical bodyguard assigned to protect her. When the messages turn deadly, they are given a “Reason to Believe” in life after death…and love…after all.

Karin Tabke

After a fatal car crash, bad boy cop Zach Garret’s descent into hell is interrupted by an unusual deal for “Redemption.” All Zach has to do is return to earth as a warrior sworn to defend his ex-fiancée Danica Keller, the unknowing keeper of a power coveted by the forces of darkness. But even harder than keeping Danica alive that long is convincing her to give a second chance to the man who once betrayed her.

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I’m blessed to know and be friends with all three of these awesomely talented writers. This book is kick-ass and today (Monday) I’ll be giving away one copy to one lucky commenter. What do you have to do? Just tell me what Allison, Roxanne, and Karin’s next releases are. Send your answers to dreamycontest@gmail.com.

And let me know here on my blog if you’ve read some of their past releases!

It’s been a busy week. Lots of stuff to mail, places to go, phone calls to answer, my kids to entertain (they don’t go back to school until next week), and writing, of course. And a new release, which is always fun.

Friday, the San Fransisco Area chapter of RWA is flying me up north to speak at their chapter meeting on Saturday, along with Brenda Novak and Eileen Rendahl. I’ll be gone through Monday night, so there’s some preparing and packing involved (which I have yet to start. Ugh. *g*) I’m excited to see my friends who live up there; I usually only get to see them at conferences. Odd how you can live in the same state with someone, yet have to fly across the country to have lunch together.

At some point I need to get my sleep schedule back on our school schedule — early to bed, early to rise. Right now I’m late to bed and late to rise. Have I mentioned before that I think alarm clocks are the work of the devil? I hate them.

So that’s all the news that’s fit for me right now. One thing… I stopped watching Law & Order a couple years ago. It seemed to have lost something for me and couldn’t hold my interest. Then I watched the two-hour block last week, which they hyped in a lot of commercials. I loved it. The new attorney is a loose-cannon. So I’m back to being hooked. Off I go to watch the rest of it now…

HEAT OF THE NIGHT
Dream Guardians^®, Book 2
HarperCollins Avon
ISBN-10: 0061231037
ISBN-13: 978-0061231032
Available Today!

Bad boys are her weakness and no one is as wicked as Connor Bruce…

He is the realization of every woman’s erotic fantasies. Existing in the Twilight between sleep and consciousness, Connor brings them decadent pleasures, fueled by their sexual energy. But violence and strife now tear apart both worlds, and Connor must embark on a perilous quest into the mortal realm … and into the arms of one intoxicating enchantress.

Stacey Daniels has always been attracted to the wrong type of men – and the muscular, Viking-like champion on her front doorstep is no exception. She can hardly believe the wounded warrior is from another world, a world where erotic dreams are needed to survive, a world of terrible danger that has followed him to her home. Connor finds solace in her passion, but only time will tell if he can defeat the dark foe who hunts them … and if Stacey can surrender to the promise he offers with every electrifying touch.

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