BLITZ: With Love At Christmas - An Anthology

Main Title: 

With Love At Christmas- An Anthology

Contributing Authors and Their Titles: 

Delaney Foster-Martinis and Mistletoe

Ellie Masters- The Ballet

Author J L Leslie-Second Chance Christmas

JL Long Author-Copperfield Lane 

JM Walker- Stained

Noelle Bodhaine-12 Letters

Author Paisleigh Aumack-All I Got Was a Hangover

Author Scarlett Wells-All I Want For Christmas

Genre:

Contemporary Romance

Release Day: 

December 13th, 2016

Christmas can be a time of year for all things new and exciting. These stories take you through every emotion and back again. With something for every style of romance reader with stories from eight very different authors, you are sure to fall in love.

In this anthology, you will find humor, love, and how the spirit of the holidays can be the beginning of things to come. Experience these stories in, With Love at Christmas.

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Martinis And Mistletoe by Delaney Foster

The perfect martini, an unexpected friendship, and a moment under the mistletoe might be just what Brynn Robley needs to discover the true meaning of Christmas.

The Ballet by Ellie Masters

All Sally Levenson wants is to stop grieving over her dead husband. She wants the pain to stop. To breathe again. One night at the Ballet with Sugar Plums and a Nutcracker turned Prince and Sally's Christmas wish might just come true.

Second Chance Christmas by JL Leslie

Even when it's unexpected. Even when he lied. Even when you shouldn't want it, but you do... more than anything. Love deserved a second chance... Especially at Christmas.

Copperfield Lane by JL Long

Where wishes come true and hearts fall in love.

STAINED by JM Walker

Follow Asher Donovan and Meeka Cline back to the beginning to be reminded what Christmas is truly all about.

12 Letters by Noelle Bodhaine

A family's journey through deployment. 

A wife and mother's way of coping.

And the hope that their soldier makes it home for Christmas.

All I Got Was A Hangover by Paisleigh Aumack

Penelope Sloan is a pain in the ass, loud mouthed, southern belle who knows how to get what she wants and uses it to her advantage. When she meets Braxton Jenkinson during a blizzard in New York City, she knows all bets are off when she wakes up with only memories of copper and whiskey gold. Oh and of course the most epic hangover ever. 

All I Want For Christmas by Scarlett Wells

All Pippa wants for Christmas is her boss, Alec Ardent. Evidently she's been on Santa's nice list because things are about to get naughty.

The Authors:

Delaney Foster

Hi, I'm Delaney, and I write love stories. I love all things romance, a good glass of wine, and Saturdays at the baseball park. I DO believe leggings are pants and pumpkin spice should be a year round thing. In my stories you'll find sexy, alpha men and the strong women who love them.

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Ellie Masters

Ellie Masters has been exploring the worlds of romance, dark erotica, science fiction, and fantasy, by reading and writing the stories she wants to read. When not writing, Ellie can be found outside, where her passion for all things outdoor reigns supreme: ATV-ing, scuba diving, hiking, and breathing fresh air are top on her list.

She lives with her beloved husband, two children who refuse to flee the nest, and four fur-babies; three cats who rule the household, and a dog who wants nothing other than for the cats to be his best friends. The cats are of a different mind regarding this matter.

Ellie’s favorite way to spend an evening is curled up on a couch, laptop in place, watching a fire, drinking a good wine, and bringing forth all the characters from her Mind-to-the-Page and eventually into the hearts of her readers.

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JL Leslie

I am a happily married mother of three (two boys and one girl). I live in a very small town in Alabama. Never lived anywhere else. I I started self-publishing with the encouragement from my mom. Without her encouragement, I don’t think I would’ve done it. 

I get my inspiration from life experiences, movies, television, other authors, and music. 

I like to write fast-paced, steamy romance reads. I like for my males to be alpha-males and my heroines to be strong, but both need to have one weakness- each other.

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JL Long

JL grew up in a small town in Illinois. Not to be mistaken for Chicago. She currently resides in Southern Kentucky with her husband, three children and their fur-baby, Buster Malone. She has lived an adventurous life…doing just that, living. Dream it. Do it. Live it. JL is a hopeless romantic, who loves seeing love unwind before her eyes. When she can’t see that for herself with other people in real life, she writes it or reads it. Writing has been a part of her life since she was a little girl, along with being an avid reader. She will continue to write until the pen will not allow it anymore.

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JM Walker

J.M. Walker is an Amazon bestselling author who loves all things books, pigs and lip gloss. She is happily married to the man who inspires all of her Heroes and continues to make her weak in the knees every single day.

"Above all, be the HEROINE of your own life..." ~ Nora Ephron

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Noelle Bodhaine

Welcome to Noelle 's world where creativity and filth comingle and make for a delightful cocktail to intoxicate your senses and occupy your time. Classically trained in the art of procrastination, seduction and distraction. I'm a lover of all things creative, books, movies, music, cooking and art. A history nerd to my core and avid studier of powerful She wolves that have shaped our modern history. I like to watch old movies when it rains and listen to dry satirical podcasts when I cook. I make a mean Old Fashioned and love the smell of cigar smoke and old leather. 

I write about men I want to love and places I want to go. My laptop has become like an appendage as I never know when something deliciously dirty may pop in this crazy head. 

I do my dreaming at the base of the beautiful Rocky Mountains, surrounded by handsome young men who do not pick up their laundry

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Paisleigh Aumack

Paisleigh Aumack was born in Red Bank, New Jersey. She grew up in a small barrier island town and has lived there all her life. She has always loved music, going as far as being a trained musician. Her tastes in music range all over the board, but currently, her heart belongs to country music.

Paisleigh is engaged to the love of her life and lives a fairly quiet, peaceful existence. When she isn’t working, she is writing or she is reading. Or singing at the top of her lungs. Paisleigh began writing a short time ago because she had a story to tell.

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Scarlett Wells 

Scarlett Wells has been a voracious reader since she was a toddler sitting in the laundry basket she used to move her library from place to place. Her love of reading has been a constant in her life and ultimately led to her sharing her own stories. 

Scarlett is a stay-at-home mom to a sassy, precocious 5-year old, wife to a software engineer (read: geek), and slave to two cats. If she’s not reading or writing, she can be found at Target, trapped under an avalanche of laundry, guzzling wine while she’s cooking dinner, or playing with her munchkin.

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We hope you enjoy this anthology as much as we enjoyed writing it. From all of us, we wish you a very Happy Holiday season. And to everyone who has served, THANK YOU for your service. 

*** Cover Reveal *** Garden by Jane Yates

Welcome to the cover reveal for Garden by Jane Yates! Garden is a middle grade steampunk that releases in February 2015 by Autumn Orchard.

Synopsis

Inspired by the classic novel The Secret Garden, Jane Yates introduces us to a steampunk world of bio-domes, robots and mysteries. Eleven-year-old Aberdeen is so used to being by herself that all she has to fill her thoughts are stories of mighty dragons and grand castles. Aberdeen’s world is soon thrown into disarray however; her parents murdered.

Having no choice, Aberdeen is sent to live with her uncle back on Earth where her fascination into her new surroundings begin to take hold. Untrusting of new people at first, it isn’t long before Aberdeen comes across 3 other children, and taking a risk, befriends them as she tries to adjust to her new home. And yet, along with Maisy, Peter and Lenard, Aberdeen comes across a riddle – a set of clues to reveal the hiding place of a lost manuscript. A manuscript that forces more questions than answers.

Oh, and there’s Frank too, Peter’s robot dog, who completes this special circle of friendship.


Garden is a journey of self-discovery, of trials and friendship. With adventure boundless, Jane Yates follows up her acclaimed Paradox Child trilogy with a new tale for young fans of steampunk and science fiction.

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About the Author

Jane lives in the historic city of Oxford, England with her two spaniels. She works at the Pitt Rivers

museum there too and is amazed and inspired by its wondrous array of objects. Being a museum of anthropology and world archaeology, Jane often finds herself influenced by its exhibitions. And indeed it has helped Jane write a trilogy for children – the Paradox Child series.

Jane is not only a mother, artist and storyteller, but dyslexic too, which only highlights her success even more. Jane refuses to allow the disorder to halt her dreams and continues to enjoy her favourite hobbies. Jane is a lover of steampunk, adventure and children’s stories, which often play a huge role in her own books.

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*** Rinny Reviews *** Best Kind Of Broken (Finding Fate #1) by Chelsea Fine

*** Disclaimer *** - I received a free copy from Clara at Little Brown Book Group in exchange for an honest review.

Synopsis

Pixie and Levi haven't spoken in nearly a year when they find themselves working―and living―at the same inn in the middle of nowhere. Once upon a time, they were childhood friends. But that was before everything went to hell. And now things are... awkward.

All they want to do is avoid each other, and their past, for as long as possible. But now that they're forced to share a bathroom, and therefore a shower, keeping their distance from one another becomes less difficult than keeping their hands off each other. Welcome to the hallway of awkward tension and sexual frustration, folks. Get comfy. It’s going to be a long summer.

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When Clara came too me and offered me the choice between three books to read this cover drew my attention straight away! I do not usually like covers with just people on the cover but this cover is beautiful and perfect for the book. I was a little sceptical still as I do not read a lot of contemporary books and tend to stay away from new adult. However boy am I glad I did not pass this book up.

I read this in one sitting shushing everyone who spoke to me and ignoring everything I should not. The author's writing was moreish and beautiful to me almost elegant. The characters were just so right, even the odd ball side ones we meet along the way. I liked the difference between self doubting, anxious and self critical damaged Sarah (Pixie) and harsh, strong, smart, fun, witty protective Levi ( Leaves) who himself is broken through guilt. Their POV's were both strong enough not to have you wishing that the book was written from only just one. I loved how not only did we get an insight into each of their heads but that they were both flawed seeing things as we all do differently from the person sat next to us. Their fear, grief and guilt keeping themselves denying themselves of the one thing that could help them forgive, heal and move on. At times the constant pushing away did niggle me a bit and was tiresome but more from Pixie's side of things. However I do think in this kind of situation it was realistic.  Some of the side characters were amazing I want more Jenna who wouldn't want a friend like her lol. Out of all of the book Levi is way out in front for my fave spot every girl needs a Levi as a friend or boyfriend. 

This book had me on a emotional roller-coaster throughout. I went through all of them sadness, happiness, mild chuckles, anger and horror (Pixie's mum vile, vile and VILE). It is such a bitter sweet story at times and even though it is predictable that did not take anything away from me. I needed to hear/read their story, I needed too see it play out for them, root for them and cry with them. It' almost feels like were there alongside prying on what should be a private journey battling grief, finding themselves and each other. Learning to cope and heal is something we all have to do at one point or another, Moving on is not easy and Chelsea portrays this perfectly.

Perhaps not everyone's cup of tea but I would recommend this book too anyone who likes romance and new adult books. Perhaps even too those looking for something different or a bitter-sweet heart warming story. I am definitely going to continue this series and other books from the author. i might even try to step out of my YA comfort zone more often now :0

My Rating : I've found it so difficult too rate this book. At first my initial feeling was four but however I've found since finishing reading. Leaves and Pixie have stayed with me haunting my thoughts in a good way so I figure Four is just unfair. So five it is :)

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The Austin Series Complete Box Set (Prequel + Books 1 to 6) By C.J. Fallowfield Sale

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Purchased individually, the series would cost a reader $23.49, so you’re really saving over $22! The series is currently rated an average of 4.33 stars from over 1,000 ratings on Goodreads.

A roller coaster of emotions, passion, lust and drama, this is definitely not your typical new adult series and contains adult themes ~ Strictly for the over 18’s only.

The box set contains all six full length novels plus the prequel combined. Nearly 2,000 pages of sizzling erotica, swoon worthy romance, laugh out loud humour and drama. 

All seven books have ranked highly on the Amazon Humorous Erotica Bestsellers Charts, a number of them having taken the coveted number one spot on both the USA and UK charts.

Austin Series Synopsis

Following the lives of Mia Page and her best friend Lexi Clarke as they embark on a new life at University in England, The Austin Series is about personal growth, sexual awakening, the bonds of friendship, first love, and the development of trust in a sexual and romantic relationship, with the view to the ultimate commitment and a happy ever after.

When Mia and Lexi made a pact to change their lives, Mia planned on losing her virginity by embarking on a sex no strings affair. Having been abandoned by her father and let down by her first boyfriend, she was terrified of being hurt again, so sex was all she was prepared to offer. Her plan to remain completely detached, and leave her emotions at the door, were completely shattered by the gorgeous and very persistent Gabe Austin. As well as being her first sexual encounter, Gabe soon starts to chip at the walls around her heart with a view to winning her over completely. He wants to possess her, heart, body and soul. Their sexual and romantic journey forms the basis of the entire series, but due to their combined baggage, the ride is far from smooth. They are meant to be, but they will have to fight to try and hold onto each other and find a way to survive what life throws at them.

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Quotes about The Austin Series

“A far better read than 50SOG”  - Tracy, Goodreads reviewer – 5*

“If you love sexy, dominant, controlling, sensual alpha males that adore the women they love and would do anything for them you will also fall in love with Gabe Austin.” - Toni, Goodreads reviewer – 5*

“You will laugh and cry on the emotional journey you go on with these characters, loving every second of it. Highly entertaining it will keep you gripped for hours. All I can say is climb on-board, fasten your seatbelts and welcome to the ride of your life with Gabe & Mia.” – Chip, Goodreads reviewer – 5*

“I cannot say enough about this series!!! I fell in love with it from the first page and could not get enough of Mia and Gabe. This series is HOT, STEAMY, and SEXY!!” – Michelle, Goodreads reviewer – 5*

“C.J. Fallowfield weaves this beautiful love story with angst, suspense, mystery, humour, hot steamy sex scenes and lots of love. I found myself on the edge of my seat several times. I lived an emotional roller coaster through all six books often finding myself crying so hard I couldn't see the words on the page and then laughing so hard I had to run to the bathroom.” – Holly, Goodreads reviewer - 5*

“Hot, steamy, grab you by the seat of your pants and not let go story!!! The Austin Series is a MUST READ!!! Simply not enough adjectives to describe how much I LOVE this series. Jump on the roller coaster ride and feel every emotion possible.” – Pollie, Goodreads reviewer - 5*

“This series has made me cry tears of happiness, sadness, gut wrenching sobs as I felt the characters pain in parts, it's made me giggle, laugh out loud and put down my kindle as I was laughing too much to continue. I've also yelled in frustration at some of the very real human mistakes they made along the way. There was also suspense, plot twists and some serious tension. This is one series I am going to love returning to over and over and I can't wait to read more by CJ.” – Harriet, Goodreads reviewer 5*  

“It was brilliant. Funny, scorching hot, tear jerking and gut wrenching. I absolutely loved it.” – Polly, Goodreads reviewer – 5*

C.J. Fallowfield Bio

I write contemporary erotic romance novels, with humour, which are full of emotion and plenty of drama. I am a 44 year old female from the United Kingdom and live in the wonderful countryside of Wales, surrounded by rolling hills, trees and fields full of sheep and cows. Writing aids include chocolate, Ben & Jerry’s and copious amounts of coffee, wine or cider.

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Rinny Reviews :The Winter People by Rebekah L. Purdy

Disclaimer : I was Provided a free ARC copy of this book from Entangled Publishing in return for an honest review.

                    

                                                                 

    Releases (2.9.2014) today!!!!

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Salome Montgomery fears winter—the cold, the snow, the ice, but most of all, the frozen pond she fell through as a child. Haunted by the voices and images of the strange beings that pulled her to safety, she hasn’t forgotten their warning to “stay away.” For eleven years, she has avoided the winter woods, the pond, and the darkness that lurks nearby. But when failing health takes her grandparents to Arizona, she is left in charge of maintaining their estate. This includes the “special gifts” that must be left at the back of the property.
 


Salome discovers she’s a key player in a world she’s tried for years to avoid. At the centre of this world is the strange and beautiful Nevin, who she finds trespassing on her family’s property. Cursed with dark secrets and knowledge of the creatures in the woods, his interactions with Salome take her life in a new direction. A direction where she’ll have to decide between her long time crush Colton, who could cure her fear of winter. Or Nevin who, along with an appointed bodyguard, Gareth, protects her from the darkness that swirls in the snowy backdrop. An evil that, given the chance, will kill her.

Review

Before I start can we just take a moment to take another look at the cover for this book........ It is gorgeous and fits the book so perfectly. One of the best covers I have seen this year. I was not sure what to expect from this book going in I had not previously read any of the author's work and I find fae books can be hit and miss. I struggled for about the first four/five chapters not with the author's writing, world building or even really the plot. I struggled because at first it seemed a little slow and that it was going to be one of those books to yet again have a love triangle/quartet. I was wrong Salome does have a few males interested in her but in no way is it the dreaded boring love triangle/quartet and not everyone or their intentions are what they seem to be. This book ended up hooking me so much I ended up neglecting everything from my family, chores and the blog! I honest to god went from meh to omg this book is fantastic in the space of a few chapters. 

I found the author's writing beautiful, elegant and powerful. Even before I got hooked on the book I knew I would finish it, because the writing had that special pull to me. The way she described the world around Salome made me feel like i was there in the woods freezing taking in the beauty and the sense of danger around me. She builds us this beautiful, spooky world of ice, and then continues taking us through the seasons with a sense of eerie foreboding what's going to happen? However I did have some minor issues with the dialogue at times mainly repetitiveness. 

I found the plot for this book refreshing and original, a modern day fairy-tale. The book is filled with mystery, magic, twists and suspense.  I have to say I did not exactly see how the ending would work out if at all. However the ending was perfect and exactly as I would have hoped for in a way but also not predictable. We are given an ending that is tied up neatly, although I do feel that a couple of the things that happen throughout the book could have done with more explanation and enlightened as a little more. This does not detract from the story but might leave some readers with unanswered questions about a couple of the characters making said characters hard to engage with and understand (Colton ).

The story is told through our heroine Salome. I liked her as our main character and heroine. She grows through the story in so many ways. Although I do think that the way she handled some of the situations were not as I would see her or a heroine doing. Instead of seeking answers about the curse. It felt like she thought that she should just ask questions over and over to people in a more passive approach. She gets there in the end and instead of the weak, vulnerable young girl we meet at the beginning, she blossoms into a strong brave young woman. I am also glad she does not compromise her morals and beliefs throughout the book even though she has been through and goes through so much.  I think that the book being from another POV or multiple would have left the book lack lustre and destroyed some of the mystery and suspense. 

I found that the characterization was overall good a couple of the characters felt not as developed as others. I also feel that in particular with the three important men in the book, we could have done with some more background and explanation especially when it comes to Colton and his actions. The three men Nevin, Colton and Gareth seemed OTT at first. As the story progresses you learn each is important in their own way and not for the way you might think.  The characters felt real enough to be believable and to form some sort of bond with each of them. Even the side characters were developed enough to seem believable and endearing. I think Salome's grandmother is even for her faults and not so helpful helping ways is adorable. I try to keep my reviews spoiler free but I just can't help but mention I feel that Kadie and Salome should have been tied up slightly better. They were best friends and I do not think the ending should have happened without some thought of Kadie by Salome. If I had to pick a favourite character it would be Gareth. He is just so intriguing, strong and likeable for many reasons. Even though I identify most with Salome because I too have had severe fears to overcome because of trauma, Gareth is the character out of the book I would most like to have as a friend.

Our villain the witch, was brilliantly written so scary, creepy, she could have her own companion novel and I would be first in line to read it. Some of her scenes scared me so much lol and beyond any doubt were some of the best in the novel. I honestly cannot pick just one or even three scenes as my favourite from this novel. There are so many scenes that are important or just amazing in their own way.   Even though the book is a standalone they're is at least three companion novels I could imagine and would love to see in the future. 

I enjoyed this book immensely. I went through so many feels including tears! One minute I would be laughing, the next I would be scared and then a second later angry. I would recommend this book to my family, friends and anyone who enjoys a magical story filled with mystery, suspense and everything you would expect in a great fairy-tale. I think I might have to pick up some more of this author's work soon including a copy of this for my shelf.

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Good Luck Rebekah L. Purdy with the release. We wish you the best success now and in the future.

About The Author & Links

I was born and raised in Michigan (just look for the mitten-shaped state on the map). I’ve lived here most of my life other than the few years I spent in the U.S. Army.  At which time I got a chance to experience MO, KS, SC, and CA.

I work full time for the court system and in my free time I write YA stories. Pretty much any genre within the YA realm is game for me, but my favorites are fantasy, urban fantasy, paranormal romance, thrillers, light sci-fi, and some time travel.

I also have a big family–I like to consider us the modern day Brady Bunch. When my hubby and I met and got married, he had 3 children from a previous marriage, I had 2 and we have 1 together. It’s a lot of fun though.

And I can’t forget my other family members–yep, we’ve got some pets: 4 dogs, 3 cats,  and 1 turtle. Everyone in the family has one…I won’t bore you all with their names (unless you really want to know). Okay, you talked me into it! Jack, Pearl, Grr…(yes that’s my dog’s name), Callie, Shadow, Mooshoo, Grouchy, and Sorbert. Other than writing some of my other hobbies include: reading (mostly YA of course), singing, swimming, football, soccer, running, camping, sledding, church, hanging with my kids, and traveling.

I belong to a fabulous writing group called YA Fiction Fantatics (YAFF) and you guessed it we all write YA!

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