BLUEBONNET TIME IN TEXAS - AND A FACEBOOK LAUNCH PARTY!

April is bluebonnet time here in North Central Texas. I love the cheerful flowers that signal spring is really here. Instead of lingering outdoors to admire the bluebonnets, I’m seated at my computer editing my proof of GABE KINCAID in preparation for the huge Facebook Launch Party, BAD BOYS AND COWBOYS, that Geri Foster and I plan from 5:00 to 9:00 pm CDT for April 27^th. 

We know Falcon agents are not really bad boys in the usual meaning of the word, but they are bad news for those who oppose them. Gabe is not really a cowboy, but lives among them. Besides, we needed a catchy phrase, so please work with us, all right? 

Yes, the 27th is later than our first plan, but we realized our first choice was on Easter weekend. We had chosen the 18th without looking closely at the calender. That day was my dad's birthday and the 19th was the birthday of Geri's dad. Emotion overcame caution. Now we've resolved the situation. 

Geri will be launching the latest of her Falcon Securities series, a novella titled OUT OF THE PAST. As mentioned previously, I’ll be launching the latest book in my Kincaid series, GABE KINCAID. Here’s the banner created by our friend DeLaine Roberts:

DeLaine is a fellow member in the Yellow Rose Chapter of Romance Writers of America. She’s a multi-talented woman who is kind enough to share her knowledge with friends. Lucky for us, right?

OUT OF THE PAST is the story of Zoe, the Pollyanish secretary to the head of Falcon Securities. Here’s the blurb for OUT OF THE PAST:

Zoe Ross turned her life around two years ago with the help of her dead father’s ex CIA partner, Frank Hamilton, CEO of Falcon Securities. After rehab and a life changing seminar, she now works for the man who saved her from the depths of hell.  Zoe is kidnapped by a band of Croatian’s hoping to hold her captive until her boss refuses to testify against their leader who’s on trial before the UN for crimes against humanity. She’s alone and defenseless but the man she loves, Falcon agent AJ Roddio, is determined to find her at all cost.

AJ has been a Falcon agent long enough to know he has to find Zoe quickly. His boss is furious that anyone would lay hands on Zoe and tells AJ to do whatever is necessary to save her life. AJ is emotionally shattered at the thought of anything happening to the woman he’s grown to love. Can he find her in time?

AJ and Zoe must outmaneuver a cunning murderer determined to destroy their boss and get away with the slaughter of innocent women and children. Zoe is forced to step back into her old ways while AJ must face her past and decide if all things can be forgiven.

GABE KINCAID is the fourth book in the Kincaid series. I’ve had a lot of emails asking for more Kincaids, and I hope this one pleases readers. I truly enjoyed writing it. Those Kincaid men are all intelligent hunks, and this heroine is feisty and beautiful. Here’s a blurb of GABE KINCAID:

Gabe Kincaid has reasons to hate lies and those who tell them. He moved from Austin to Kincaid Springs and joined his great uncle’s law firm. Gabe believes he’s happy and pushes aside those moments of loneliness, of wishing for more. He strongly believes in the law, in justice, and obeying rules. Doing what’s right is fulfilling, isn’t it? Then why is he so fascinated with a circus fortuneteller who spins tales faster than a cowboy whirls his lariat?

Katie Worthington poses as Dorothy Duncan in a small-time circus. If she isn’t behind the scenes mending costumes or in the circus kitchen, she’s disguised as the fortuneteller, Maharani Shimza, Mystic of the East. Even so, she worries about being killed by the men pursuing her. She fears a brawl at her fortune telling tent that sends her into the Kincaid’s protective custody will end with her exposure and death. Then, a murder at the circus implicates her. How can she escape when that attorney pops up every time she turns around?   

Will Gabe and Katie let the sparks between them ignite into a passionate romance or will her secrets destroy their chance at a happily ever after?

Although we write different types of novels, Geri and I hope you will enjoy each of them. Please plan to join us from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm Central Daylight Time at our Facebook Launch Party on April 27.  You’ll find us on your Facebook page in the left column under events. Scroll down until you see my photo and our BAD BOYS AND COWBOYS listing. Then join the event and remember to come back on the 27th.

We have prizes and surprise guests planned. If we have 500 people show up, we’ll award a Kindle Fire. Either way, there’ll be plenty of fun and lots of prizes.

Thanks for stopping by!

  

BOXED SET LAUNCH PARTY!

We’re having a huge launch party on Facebook at NINE WAYS TO FALL IN LOVE at https://www.facebook.com/events/567696843290957 and you're invited! 

Beginning September 1st, we will have prizes daily—some large, some small but fun—through September 30th. We’re giving away a Kindle on the first day, and other prizes include a second Kindle, a Coach backpack purse filled with books, a silver good luck necklace, cubic zirconium ear studs, signed print books, a survival tin and necklace, a silver Celtic necklace and earrings, e-books, Gift Cards from $10 to $50, and more. 

To enter, leave a comment on the Facebook party page given above, or go to the newsletter site at www.southerncomfortromance.com and subscribe to the newsletter.

Easy peasy, right?

As they say on TV, but wait, there’s more. Don’t think you have to wait until September 1^st to buy NINE WAYS TO FALL IN LOVE. It’s available now at 

http://www.amazon.com/Ways-To-Fall-Love-ebook/dp/B00ERAREBW/ref=sr_1_11?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1377740637&sr=1-11&keywords=caroline+clemmons

Beware: On October 1^st, the price goes to $8.99. That’s still a bargain for nine books, but not as good as 99 cents.

Early reviews are great.

“This boxed set contains nine fascinating takes on romance. Each book is very different, but all satisfy the wish for a good romance. . . but there isn't a bad book in the set. If you love romances, you will love this boxed set. It is a spectacular deal at only $.99.”

“9 Ways to Fall in Love is a wonderful collection of romance novels. The stories are very entertaining, and well written. Of all the books my favorite is Out of Shadows by Geri Foster. Out of the Shadows is fast paced, suspenseful, and yet still full of romance.”

“What a great buy! Every single one of the nine books was a satisfying read. I've only read two of these authors before, but was happy to discover the other seven. And when they say " NINE WAYS TO FALL IN LOVE," they aren't kidding. Whether it's a sexy gambler in SLEIGHT OF HEART, or a 200-year-old painting in SOMEWHERE MY LOVE, or a hot-blooded DEA agent in SECRETS OF A MAYAN MOON, each book makes you fall in love all over again. I had already read THE TEXAN'S IRISH BRIDE but was happy to read it twice. There's not a bad or even average book in the bunch--I enjoyed them all.”

The authors and their books:

Caroline Clemmons, THE TEXAN’S IRISH BRIDE. Cenora Rose O’Neill knows her father arranged the marriage trap for Dallas McClintock but she’d do anything to protect her family. Wounded rescuing Cenora from kidnappers, rancher Dallas learns his wife has a silly superstition for everything. But passion-filled nights with her make up for her annoying habits and family.

Carra Copelin, CODE OF HONOR. Graeme McAlister returned home to discover why his foster brother supposedly overdosed on morphine and crashed a company jet. When Graeme McAlister comes back to McTiernan, TX and stirs up widow Maggie Benning’s old memories and feelings, can she overcome past pain to accept the a new love in her life? Can Graeme and Maggie fight the evil threatening their family?

Geri Foster, OUT OF THE SHADOWS. Falcon Securities Agent Brody Hawke sees the world from a tilted angle. A.J., who saved Brody’s life, is captured and diplomats are getting nowhere in his rescue. Brody takes over even though he knows his impetuous actions will ruin his career. CIA agent Kate Stone’s life is torn apart when Brody kidnaps her. When she and Brody reach A.J., they learn the situation is more serious and far-reaching than they’d imagined. Brody, Kate and Falcon Securities must rescue A.J. and stop the assassination of the President of the USA. Will Brody and Kate discover love along the way?

Kathy Ivan, LOSING CASSIE. Welcome to Destiny's Desire Lodge, where The Fates manipulate and the Fate-Keeper battles to unite predestined souls. The arrival of a mysterious letter draws Jake Stone to Destiny's Desire. Cassie Daniels has been running for seven long years. To find happiness she must face past evil. When Fate and Destiny collide . . . can Love survive?

Paty Jager, SECRETS OF A MAYAN MOON. Doctor of Anthropology, Isabella Mumphrey, is about to lose her university job. Her mentor’s request for her assistance on a Guatemalan dig is the opportunity she’s been seeking. DEA agent Tino Kosta, is deep undercover as a tracker and jungle guide. Isabella’s appearance heats his Latin blood, taking him on a dangerous detour that could leave them both casualties of the jungle.

Anna Jeffrey, SWEET RETURN. When Dalton Parker is summoned home to handle a family crisis, the last thing he expects is a prime pasture of his family’s ranch taken over by stinking chickens. The explanation is Joanna Walsh, his mother’s best friend. He can’t keep from admiring Joanna’s caring nature and common sense, not to mention her great body. The dumbest thing he could do is try to lure her into his bed, but he’s never been smart when it comes to women.

DeLaine Roberts, TWO SIDES OF A HEARTBEAT. After a beautiful proposal, Dr. Grayson Brooks pleads with his fiance, Alexandra Morrison, not to get on the plane. Once the plane is in the air, events turn their lives upside down. Secrets and the past once again haunt both families. Alexandra is so close to having it all: a baby, a gorgeous husband, and a family united. But is she strong enough to fight for what she wants?

Jacquie Rogers, SLEIGHT OF HEART. Starched-up Lexie Campbell, more comfortable with neat and tidy numbers than messy emotions, must find the man who ruined her little sister and make him marry her. When his lookalike brother Burke appears, she greets him with a gun and forces him to help her. Smooth-dealing Burke O’Shaughnessy, riverboat gambler and prestidigitator, must find his brother Patrick to claim the family fortune. But when Lexie shows an astounding talent for counting cards and calculating odds, he figures she might be useful after all. Can he resist the queen of hearts? 

Beth Trissel, SOMEWHERE MY LOVE. Two hundred years ago Captain Cole Wentworth was murdered in his chamber where his portrait still hangs. Presently the estate is a family owned museum run by Will Wentworth. As spirit-sensitive tour guide Julia Morrow begins to remember the events of Cole's death, she must convince Will that history is repeating, and he has the starring role in the tragedy. The blade is about to fall.

 STREET TEAM?

Thanks for your support in the past. Here’s a fun new way to offer support: Join my street team. What does that mean? Only that you tell others about my books and projects. As part of my street team, you will share details about my books, be the first to read scenes and completed books, be asked for input regarding my writing. You’ll get little gifts from time to time, such as a free ebook or a signed print copy. Sound like something you’d enjoy? If so, go to https://www.facebook.com/groups/166434743542470/ and join!

Thanks for stopping by!

COMING SOON!

Every author wants to gain more readers. To accomplish this goal, many authors are joining together to produce a boxed set of their books which they offer at a bargain price for readers. It’s not a trick, not exactly.

Readers, we need you. Without readers, our efforts to produce book after book would be futile.  We love writing, love having our books read and appreciated. If we can gain more readers, we’re game for almost anything . . . well, almost anything.

Eight friends and I have united to produce what we think is a wonderful boxed set, NINE WAYS TO FALL IN LOVE.  We will release the set on September 1^st for only 99 cents at Amazon. What a deal!  Each book is a romance, but some are suspense and some are humor. 

Here’s a rundown of the authors and titles:

Caroline Clemmons, THE TEXAN’S IRISH BRIDE, a western historical romance.

Carra Copelin, CODE OF HONOR, a contemporary romance with mystery

Geri Foster, OUT OF THE SHADOWS, a contemporary, sexy, romantic suspense

Kathy Ivan, LOSING CASSIE, contemporary paranormal romantic suspense

Anna Jeffrey, SWEET RETURN, contemporary romance

Paty Jager, SECRET OF A MAYAN MOON, contemporary, an Isabella Mumphrey mystery/romantic suspense

DeLaine Roberts, TWO SIDES OF A HEARTBEAT, a contemporary romance with mystery

Jacquie Rogers, SLEIGHT OF HEART, a western historical romance

Beth Trissel, SOMEWHERE MY LOVE, a paranormal romance

To introduce our boxed set, we will be giving away lots of prizes all through September. Giveawys include a Kindle FireHD, a Coach backpack purse filled with books, gift cards, jewelry, and many other prizes. To sign up for the prizes, go to www.southerncomfortromance.com and sign up for the newsletter.

Thanks for stopping by!