Update: The winner of the PDF copies of FATAL AFFAIR, FATAL JUSTICE, and FATAL CONSEQUENCES is…Leagh Christensen! Congrats, Leagh!

I hope that you’re enjoying the blog party so far!  We’re spotlighting lots of books–and there are LOTS more giveaways to come.  One of my favorite things to do during the summer is to sit down and enjoy a good book. (It’s too hot down in the South to do much else!) Whether I’m reading on the beach, on a hammock, or  on the couch,  a good book can certainly take me away.  Books have always been the perfect escape for me. Come on…don’t we all need an escape sometimes?

Lately, I’ve really enjoying escaping into my friend Marie Force‘s books.  Marie writes some fabulous tales–I love the suspense elements in her books.  Marie’s next release, FATAL CONSEQUENCES, will be available July 18th.

Blurb:

The murder of two members of the Capitol Cleaning Service might’ve been just another homicide investigation—that is If one of them hadn’t been romantically involved with a married senator from Arizona. Lt. Sam Holland and her team are plunged into another complex case that at first seems open and shut. But as Sam tugs on the threads of the investigation she uncovers a deep, dark Washington secret that threatens the careers of some of the government’s highest-ranking officials. Racing to catch a killer before he can strike again, Sam and her fiancé, U.S. Senator Nick Cappuano, attempt to plan a wedding while her colleague Detective Tommy “Gonzo” Gonzales faces life-changing news.

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Marie’s books consistently blast their way to the top of the Kindle bestseller lists–cause she’s awesome like that. 🙂 Today, Marie is offering PDF copies of all three of her FATAL books to one winner (that’s FATAL AFFAIR, FATAL JUSTICE, and FATAL CONSEQUENCES).  If you’re looking for good romantic suspenses to take you away this summer, you want these.  So…to win, tell me why you enjoy suspense in your summer stories.  The winner will be randomly selected tomorrow at noon. Good luck!

Update:  Thanks for sharing all of your favorite action/adventure flicks! So many great shows. 🙂  The two winners of THE LEGEND OF MICHAEL are…elaing8 and Shelly Estes! Congrats!!

10:00…Time for a spotlight on the lovely & talented Lisa Renee Jones.  For this giveaway, Lisa will be giving away 2 copies of her sexy new paranormal romance, THE LEGEND OF MICHAEL. I read this book–loved it–and can’t wait for the next in the series.

HE IS A LETHAL WEAPON…

One of an army of human soldiers injected with alien DNA, Michael is a legend within this new race, split between good and evil. Untamable, he has walked on the dark side and returned to the light. Feared and misunderstood, he leaves everything behind, including the one woman destined to be his mate.

HE IS HER ENEMY…AND HER DESTINY…

Fate leads Michael back to Cassandra Powell, for she holds the key to defending his comrades. With their loyalties divided between duty and the people they love, only together can Cassandra and Michael overcome insurmountable odds to save humanity from the wrath of a madman.

But no ordinary woman can control a creature such as Michael, and only one thing is clear—the world will never be the same…

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This book is filled with action and adventure. I love action. And adventure. 🙂  My favorite action/adventure movies are the Indiana Jones flicks. Just adore me some Harrison Ford. What about you? What’s your favorite action/adventure flick?  Two lucky commenters will win THE LEGEND OF MICHAEL. (Giveaway will run until noon on 6/29/11.)

Update:  The winner of Caridad’s giveaway (a copy of SINS OF THE FLESH, STRONGER THAN SIN, and a LOST t-shirt) is…Lorie Wolfenbarger. Congrats, Lorie!!

So many wonderful authors are offering giveaways to help celebrate today. Thanks so much to them all!! 🙂  And speaking of those wonderful authors…our next giveaway focuses on the very talented Caridad Pineiro‘s sexy paranormal romance series.

Available July 26, 2011
ISBN 978-0446584616
GRAND CENTRAL PUBLISHING
The first book in the exciting new SIN HUNTERS paranormal romance series

Adam Bruno is no ordinary millionaire. The heir to an ancient race possessing a dark, powerful magic, he can shapeshift and create energy. His gifts make him a living weapon and have forced him to live in seclusion. But now an inhuman force hunts down Adam-just when he finds someone who makes him feel more human than he ever imagined possible . . .

Home from combat in Iraq, Bobbie Carerra wants only peace, yet soon joins Adam in a terrifying battle against paranormal enemies who hide in plain sight. She’s drawn to his strength of mind and body; he’s attracted to her courage and intoxicating energy. Their scorching passion can either transport them to the heights of ecstasy or-if Adam’s powers rage out of control-destroy them. But when an invisible brotherhood tightens its nets and someone Adam trusts betrays him, only a heartrending decision can save them.

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Want to check out an excerpt? Then  view The LOST Paranormal Romance by Caridad Pineiro.

Caridad is offering some very cool giveaways today. One lucky commenter will win SINS OF THE FLESH and STRONGER THAN SIN,  and a LOST T-shirt.

Want to win?  Come on, I  want to win! 🙂 Since the hero of LOST can shapeshift, tell me…if you could shapeshift, which animal would you want to be?  One commenter will be selected to win tomorrow at noon.  Good luck!

Update: Thanks for telling me why you love those boys with bite! 🙂 So many good reasons!  A random winner was selected, and…Joanna B won the copy of FATED!

Sure, right now, I’m all about werewolves (with the release of NEVER CRY WOLF, I just have werewolves on my mind), but that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate a sexy vamp.  I can.  After all, when I watch True Blood, I cheer for both Team Eric and Team Alcide.

So I’m excited to say that my friend (and fellow Brava writer) Rebecca Zanetti has some very fun vampires for you.  Her current release, FATED, introduced me to a vampire alpha to die for (yep, literally).

FATED Blurb:

MARRY ME

Cara Paulsen does not give up easily.  A  scientist and a single mother, she’s used to doing whatever it takes to protect her daughter.  But “Whatever it takes” has never before included a shotgun wedding to a dangerous stranger with an attitude problem…

OR ELSE

Sure, the mysterious Talen says that he’s there to protect Cara and her daughter.  He also says that he’s a three-hundred-year-old vampire.  Of course, the way he touches her, Cara might actually believe he’s had that long to practice…

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Rebecca will be continuing her vampire fun with the release of CLAIMED in November.

Rebecca is giving away an autographed copy of FATED to one commenter. Do you like boys with bite? Then tell her why.  🙂

Want to read a FATED excerpt? Go get your vampire on.

UPDATE: The winners of the TUESDAY’S CHILD ebooks (from Smashwords) are: Stella (Ex Libris), Fedora, Michelle McMichael, Nikki Barrett, The Warrior, Leisa Prater, Sara, Shadow, Viki, Minna, Connie T, and Karen C! Congratulations!

Do you love great romantic suspense? Then I’ve got a treat for you!  Dale Mayer (BRAVA Writing With the Stars finalist) is going to give 12 lucky commenters a free ebook copy of her novel, TUESDAY’S CHILD. This book is a fantastic blend of paranormal romance and romantic suspense.  Here’s the blurb to tease you:

What she doesn’t want…is exactly what he needs.

Shunned and ridiculed all her life for something she can’t control, Samantha Blair hides her psychic abilities and lives on the fringes of society. Against her will, however, she’s tapped into a killer—or rather, his victims. Each woman’s murder, blow-by-blow, ravages her mind until their death releases her back to her body. Sam knows she must go to the authorities, but will the rugged, no-nonsense detective in charge of tracking down the killer believe her?

Detective Brandt Sutherland only trusts hard evidence, yet Sam’s visions offer clues he needs to catch a killer. The more he learns about her incredible abilities, however, the clearer it becomes that Sam’s visions have put her in the killer’s line of fire. Now Brandt must save her from something he cannot see or understand…and risk losing his heart in the process.

As danger and desire collide, passion raises the stakes in a game Sam and Brandt don’t dare lose.

Want to read an ebook copy from Smashwords? Dale is generously offering 12 copies for winners! To win, share why you enjoy romantic suspense novels.  (Shows like Criminal Minds & CSI have me so hooked.)  The winners will be picked randomly and announced tomorrow at noon.

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