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What’s In A Name? Book Blast

Author Bio:

Born in the Heartland of Nebraska, Pat Henshaw has made America hers by living in Texas, Colorado, Northern Virginia, and Northern California. She has found joy in visiting Mexico, Canada, Europe, Nicaragua, Thailand, and Egypt, and relishes trips to Rome, Italy, and Eugene, Oregon, to see family.

Pat has spent her life surrounded by words: Teaching English composition at the junior college level; writing book reviews for newspapers, magazines, and websites; helping students find information as a librarian; and promoting PBS television programs.

Two of her fondest memories are touching time when she put her hands on the pyramids and experiencing pure whimsy when she interviewed Caroll Spinney (Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch). Her triumphs are raising two incredible daughters who daily amaze her with their power and compassion. Her supportive husband keeps her grounded in reality when she threatens to drift away writing fiction.

Where can you find the author?:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pat.henshaw.10

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6998437.Patois

Book website: http://whatsinanamenovella.blogspot.com

Website: http://patbooked.blogspot.com

E-mail: whatsinanamenovella@comcast.net

Tumblr: http://phenshaw.tumblr.com/

Publisher: Dreamspinner Press

Cover Artist: AngstyD

Blurb(s):

Barista Jimmy Patterson thinks it’s a good idea to get rip-roaring drunk on his birthday after he’s dumped by his boyfriend. When the burly owner of Stonewall’s Bar rescues Jimmy, the night starts to look up.

Now Jimmy just wants to know the bartender’s first name since he’s worn a different name tag every time Jimmy’s seen him. “Guy” Stone gives Jimmy seven guesses, one for each night he takes Jimmy out on a date.

While Jimmy’s trying to come up with his name, he’s distracted by the destruction of his coffee shop and what looks more and more like a hate crime.

Categories: Contemporary, Fiction, Gay Fiction, M/M Romance, Romance

Excerpt:

Stonewall [Saloon] was chaos when I got there. Guy and another bartender were mixing drinks as fast as they could. I squeezed in at the end of the bar near the hatchway and sat on an abandoned stool there.

I didn’t think Guy had seen me come in, so when there was a lull in the frenetic pace and he was nearly within arm’s reach, I called out, “What’s a guy gotta do to get a drink in this place?”

Guy looked up, grinned at me, and yelled back, “Fuck the bartender.”

A slim man sitting next to me perked up, gave Guy the once-over, and yelled, “Okay!”

Guy’s startled gaze met mine, and we broke out laughing.

The man next to me sighed and slumped over his beer. “I knew it was too good to be true,” he mumbled.

I patted him on the shoulder.

“Maybe next time,” I commiserated with him.

“Right,” he answered glumly.

Tour Dates: January 21, 2015

Tour Stops: Parker Williams, Amanda C. Stone, Molly Lolly, Fangirl Moments and My Two Cents, Multitasking Mommas, Kristy’s Brain Food, Love Bytes, Christy Loves 2 Read, Wicked Faerie’s Tales and Reviews, The Fuzzy, Fluffy World of Chris T. Kat, MM Good Book Reviews, Velvet Panic, Havan Fellows, Charley Descoteaux, Wake Up Your Wild Side, The Hat Party, Fallen Angel Reviews, Andrew Q. Gordon

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Wolf’s Sacrifice (Pack of Light) Book Blast

Author Bio:

Draven St. James is a born and raised Oregonian. She has traveled extensively in search of mischief and mayhem to fill her books. Her ventures have been quite successful in inspiring a wealth of stories. Of course at the end of the day, coffee within reach, laptop at the ready is where she finds her peace.

Where to find Draven:

Facebook

Facebook Author Page

Twitter

Pinterest

Publisher: Loose Id

Cover Artist: Valerie Tibbs

Blurb(s):

Sean Maddox has one basic goal: to protect the Northwest Pack. That priority helps him stay grounded—until the day the pack rescues Liam. Suddenly Sean is finding any excuse to be around the sweet, blind shifter. But trying to focus his thoughts on keeping Liam safe and not exploring the whole laundry list of carnal fantasies he’s been having is anything but grounding. It doesn’t help that Sean’s wolf makes it damn clear it believes Liam belongs to him.  

From the first deep breath of Sean Maddox’s intoxicating scent, all Liam wants to do is strip naked for the sexy beta and let the wolf claim him. Hiding away his desires seems like the best plan, given after a lifetime in captivity Liam is just learning what it means to be free. What does he know about being a mate? More to the point, would Sean even want him if he knew the truth?   

As Sean and Liam struggle with their growing craving for each other an old enemy steps out of the shadows. With secrets lurking and fate twisting two worlds together a sacrifice must be made, but can the two mates live with the consequences?

Categories: Contemporary, Erotica, Fiction, Gay Fiction, M/M Romance, Paranormal

Excerpt:

“You don’t have to stay here with me,” Liam murmured.

Sean twisted the cap off Liam’s root beer and pressed the condensation-slick bottle to Liam’s hand until his slender fingers curled around it.

“I know,” he responded, studying a drop of moisture slipping off the bottle to make a damp trail along Liam’s hand.

“Guarding me?” After propping the bottle between his thighs, Liam licked the drop that had traveled to the pulsing blue vein of his wrist.

“I can be around you without being part of your protective detail.” Sean swallowed past his suddenly parched throat. The man had no idea how seductive his innocent movements were.

Liam reached out until his hand was on Sean’s thigh. “Just giving you a hard time.”

You have no idea.

Pages or Words: 50,700 words

Interview

1 – What is your secret indulgence?
A Grande Six pump soy Chai.

2 – Favorite way to unwind at the end of the day?
A cup of coffee and a good book.

Tour Dates: January 20^th, 2015

Tour Stops: Parker Williams, Amanda C. Stone, Molly Lolly, Bayou Book Junkie, Love Bytes, Sinfully Sexy, Full Moon Dreaming, Christy Loves 2 Read, The Blogger Girls, Charley Descoteaux, BFD Book Blog, Wicked Faerie’s Tales and Reviews, Fallen Angel Reviews, Cate Ashwood, Elisa – My Reviews and Ramblings, MM Good Book Reviews, Fangirl Moments and My Two Cents, My Fiction Nook, Inked Rainbow Reads, Jade Crystal, Wake Up Your Wild Side, Rainbow Gold Reviews, Scattered Thoughts & Rogue Words, It’s Raining Men, Michael Mandrake, Andrew Q. Gordon

Sales Links:

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Copping An Attitude Book Tour

Author Bio:

M/M Erotic Romance author Morticia Knight enjoys a good saucy tale – after all, who doesn’t? Since she loves several genres, you may find your heroes in a contemporary, historical, paranormal or sci-fi setting. One of her passions is bringing people’s fantasies to life on the page, because life is too short for even one boring moment. Her stories are volcanic in heat, deep in emotion, and sprinkled with doses of humor.

When not indulging in her obsession for books, she loves the outdoors, film and music. The Pacific Northwest is the ideal spot to enjoy both hiking and beachcombing. Once upon a time she was the singer in an indie rock band that toured the West Coast and charted on U.S. college radio. She now resides on the northern coast of Oregon, where the constant rain and fog remind her of visits to family in England and Scotland when she was a child.

She is currently working on the Sin City Uniforms Series and a BDSM spin-off to the Gin & Jazz series entitled The Hampton Road Club. A follow-up to Bryan and Aubrey’s story in Rockin’ the Alternative will also be available in 2015 through Totally Bound Publishing.

Where to find the author:

Twitter: @morticiaknight

Publisher: Totally Bound

Cover Artist: Posh Gosh

Blurb(s):

Vegas is filled with human cast-offs, yet officer Parker McLean sees something special in hustler Slade Wolfgang. Unfortunately, so does Slade’s pimp who wants to sell him overseas in the sex trade.

Hustler Slade Wolfgang has little choice over his fate. At the age of twenty, he’s had to survive any way he can since being thrown out of his home for being gay. As soon as he hit Vegas, Slade was lured into the hopeless world of prostitution where he’s become a virtual prisoner to his pimp, the ruthless Julio Estevez. His evil keeper has even threatened to sell Slade overseas as a sex slave.

It’s another typical night on the Strip when Parker comes across Slade. His heart breaks every time he sees someone so young being exploited. Something in Slade’s eyes tells Parker the young man might be in real trouble though – especially after the recent spate of sex worker killings from a rival prostitution ring.

The two men’s lives become intertwined when Slade is almost beaten to death. The danger grows, but so does the relationship between Parker and Slade. Parker helps Slade to heal from the horrific attack and their bond deepens. But the human traffickers are still out there – and they’re still looking for Slade.

Publisher Advisory: Scenes of violence and a brief scene of sexual abuse. Although part of a series, this book can be read as a standalone.

Categories: Gay, Men In Uniform, Contemporary, Suspense, Thriller

Pages or Words: 50,539 words

Excerpt

“Valeena!” Slade knocked frantically on the motel room door. “Please, Valeena, let me in!”

It was yanked open. An enraged, large black man with his pants undone towered over Slade.

“What the fuck do you want? Huh? I’ll be done with her ass in five then you can have at it. In the meantime shut. The fuck. Up.”

He slammed the door with brute force, the windows rattling. Slade glanced around nervously. The cops would be looking for him, they could be anywhere. He crouched down behind one of the bushes up against the seedy motel. It was just off the Strip and was the place they always used to take their dates. Julio rented five rooms by the week and number six was Valeena’s.

After a short while, Valeena’s trick left and Slade waited until he drove away before coming out from behind the plants. He was just about to knock again when the door flung open. Valeena’s eyes went wide at the sight of Slade’s arms raised, the cuffs holding them together at the wrist.

“Oh shit. Did a john do that to you?”

He pushed past her, anxious to get inside to what suddenly seemed like sanctuary.

“No. Cops. Close the door.” His voice was shaky, adrenaline still pumping through him.

She did as he asked then shut the light off before peeking through the curtains.

“Fuck, Slade. Do you think they followed you?”

“I don’t think so.”

She turned to him in the darkness, the glow from the lights outside seeping in underneath the ratty curtains.

“Are you sure? Because if you’re not, I’m hauling my narrow ass out the bathroom window.”

“Um, pretty sure. I kneed the cop who had me really good.”

Valeena burst into musical peals of laughter. “Oh, man, why do I always miss the good stuff? I woulda loved to have seen that.”

Slade allowed himself a lopsided smile.

“Any chance we can get these things off me?” He held up his imprisoned hands, shaking them.

She walked over to the nightstand then turned the lamp back on. “I can’t.” She scrunched her eyebrows together. “But I bet Samson can.”

Tour Dates/Tour Stops:

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19-Jan

20-Jan

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22-Jan

23-Jan

26-Jan

27-Jan

Cathy Brockman Romances

28-Jan

29-Jan

30-Jan

2-Feb

3-Feb

Scattered Thoughts & Rogue Words

4-Feb

Love Bytes

5-Feb

Amanda C. Stone

6-Feb

Rainbow Gold Reviews

Sales Links:

Totally Bound: https://www.totallybound.com/copping-an-attitude

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Copping-Attitude-City-Uniforms-Book-ebook/dp/B00QAI7AW2/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420625156&sr=1-1&keywords=9781784303563

Amazon UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Copping-Attitude-City-Uniforms-Book-ebook/dp/B00QAI7AW2/ref=sr_1_3?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1420625223&sr=1-3&keywords=morticia+knight

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Wild and Precious Book Tour

Author Bio:

After years of hearing characters chatting away in her head, CJane Elliott finally decided to put them on paper and hasn’t looked back since. A psychotherapist by training, CJane enjoys writing sexy, passionate stories that also explore the human psyche. CJane has traveled all over North America for work and her characters are travelers, too, traveling down into their own depths to find what they need to get to the happy ending.

CJane is an ardent supporter of gay equality and is particularly fond of coming out stories.

In her spare time, CJane can be found dancing, listening to music, or watching old movies. Her husband and son support her writing habit by staying out of the way when they see her hunched over, staring intensely at her laptop.

Where to find the author: CJane at cjaneelliott@gmail.com. Her website is http://www.cjaneelliott.com. Twitter: https://twitter.com/CJaneElliott and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cjane.elliott

Publisher: Dreamspinner Press

Cover Artist: AngstyG

Blurb(s):

Aspiring writer Brent Granger has good friends and a great job at an arts magazine in DC, but he’s batting zero in the arena of love. Brent begins to get a clue why things aren’t working with women from his strong attraction to his gorgeous, gay, and already attached boss, Graham Stoneford. When he sees a personal ad from a man that quotes his favorite poet, Brent decides to do something wild and answer.

Enter Cody Bellstrom, easygoing bisexual musician, who is happy to initiate Brent in the ways of gay sex. Brent now has a new problem: he realizes he’s gay and no one in his life knows it. Cody tires of hiding their relationship, but Brent finds it challenging to come out to family, friends, and especially to Graham. In the end, Brent must confront the truth of where – and with whom – his heart lies.

Categories: Bisexual, Contemporary, Erotica, Gay Fiction, M/M Romance

Excerpt:

As Brent sat cross-legged on a pillow, tearing pieces off the rubbery bread and dipping them into various dishes he couldn’t identify, he realized he was having more fun than he’d had in ages. Along with being thoughtful and smart, Graham was one of the most hilarious people he’d ever met, and Brent was in stitches for most of their lunch.

“If only my dates could be like this,” Brent said, after another bout of laughter between them, then widened his eyes. “Oh, wow, man, that sounded dumb.”

Graham didn’t seem fazed. “They’re not? But why? You’re so fun to talk to. Any woman would be nuts not to appreciate you.”

“Uh, well, tell them that. But I guess I don’t really appreciate them either. I don’t know, it’s like, awkward and boring most of the time. Whatever. Ari keeps trying to set me up, but…. Anyway, how did this get into talking about my love life, or lack thereof?”

Graham regarded him, warmth in his eyes, and said softly, “You’ll find it, Brent. Everyone deserves to have love in their life. You’re young. You’ll find it.”

Graham’s words touched Brent, but the intensity of the moment made him uncomfortable. Even worse, he noticed he was getting aroused.

He shifted on his pillow with a weak laugh. “Hey, no more of this ‘young’ crap, okay? You’re not that much older than I am.”

Pages or Words: 80 Pages

Interview

*****Our friends at Book Suburbia had a crash of their site yesterday, so we’re thrilled to have CJane visit Parker again and talk about whether the seasons influence a writer*****

Book Suburbia – January 16, 2015

Do the seasons influence a writer? What does it mean for an author to write in the winter vs summer? Does it matter at all? And if so, what could be any possible noticeable difference? Does your muse shuts down entirely if the sun goes down too early?

I think the seasons influence me because of the effect of sunlight on mood. I tend towards depression in the winter, as do many writers I know, and it’s hard to find the words or the motivation to write during those times. I also work 32 hours a week and although I bring my manuscript with every intention to write at lunch, it’s often not possible. In the winter especially, by the time I get back from work and it’s cold and dark, I can’t always find the energy to write in the evenings.

This winter hasn’t been as hard and the difference for me is exercise. I’ve been exercising consistently 4 to 5 times a week. I notice that I have some energy left over in the evenings and it’s easier in general to stay motivated and keep cranking out those words.

Tour Dates: December 31, 2014 – January 21 2015

Tour Stops:

31-Dec

1-Jan

2-Jan

5-Jan

6-Jan

7-Jan

8-Jan

9-Jan

12-Jan

13-Jan

Cathy Brockman Romances

14-Jan

15-Jan

16-Jan

19-Jan

20-Jan

21-Jan

Elisa – My Reviews and Ramblings

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Sales Links:

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amazon:

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The Harvest: Journey’s End Book Tour

Author Bio:

M.A. Church is a true Southern belle who spent many years in the elementary education sector. Now she spends her days lost in fantasy worlds, arguing with hardheaded aliens on far-off planets, herding her numerous shifters, or trying to tempt her country boys away from their fishing poles. It’s a full time job, but hey, someone’s gotta do it!

When not writing, she’s exploring the latest M/M novel to hit the market, watching her beloved Steelers, or sitting glued to HGTV. That’s if she’s not on the back porch tending to the demanding wildlife around the pond in the backyard. The ducks are very outspoken. She’s married to her high school sweetheart, and they have two children.

She was a finalist in the Rainbow awards for 2013.

Where to find the author:

M.A. Church’s Blog

Amazon

Goodreads

Facebook Author Page

Twitter

Fan Page for ‘The Harvest’

Publisher: Self-published

Cover Artist: Lou Harper

Blurb(s):

To survive is to adapt…

Dale Michaels knows all about change. As he settles into his new life with the Tah’Narian starship captain Keyno Shou, Dale has adapted to life with an alien, space travel, and having his body mutated so he can carry a young. He’s closed the chapter on his old life.

Living on Tah’Nar, Dale has a loving mate and good friends. He’s helped cement peace with the Onfre. Sure, being double-dosed during his harvest led to some serious drama, but that’s over. Dale’s happy.

But life is never that simple.

Even though Dale loves Keyno, he still struggles with the way the Tah’Narians harvest young males as mates. Dale finds himself hijacked by his own body, courtesy of his extra dose of Tah’Narian DNA. Then there’s the devastating secret his mate, Keyno, has hid all this time. And if all that isn’t enough, outside forces threaten to rip Dale’s hard-won peace apart as well.

Join Dale for a non-stop adventure and a love that crosses several worlds and transcends space.

Categories: Gay Fiction, M/M Romance, Science Fiction

Pages or Words: 90,000 words
Excerpt:
(The excerpt is from estrus (or heat) for Dale.)
Keyno slapped his hands on his hips, the image of a posturing male. “Dammit, Dale, eat first. You can worry about taking a shower in a minute.”
“Okay, I don’t mean to sound gross, but I need to clean up or you need to get me a towel to sit on.” I could see he still didn’t get it. “Come on, Keyno. You flooded me when you came. If I get up…” He was still giving me a blank look. “Keyno, what goes in must come out. You get what I’m saying?”
Keyno smirked at my look as he sat down next to me. “Nothing is going to come out. Hormones from the release of the eggs makes the semen clot, keeping it in your body. You’re not a human male anymore, chosen. That gorgeous body of yours is made for this.”
I sat up, crossed my legs Indian style, and waited to see if I was going to be sitting in a puddle. Sure enough, I didn’t feel anything leak out of me. Sighing deeply, I dug in. “What the hell? Are you hedging your bets to make sure I get pregnant, or what?”

Tour Dates/Stops:

5-Jan

6-Jan

7-Jan

8-Jan