Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Shoalman Immortal--Toni Decker




I am so delighted to announce the next book in The Shoalman Chronicles, Shoalman Immortal by my good friend(s) Toni Decker. Don't forget to check out Images Eternal and get your free copy now until December 12th...and there is a Rafflecopter give away, too!







Title: Shoalman Immortal
Author: Toni Decker
Series: The Shoalman Chronicles #2

Falling in love was never supposed to be part of the picture.

Kyrissa Spears was born with a powerful, and deadly, gift. When she paints, she captures emotions so strong they can kill. Desperate to find a teacher capable of helping her unlock and control her abilities, Kyrissa's search leads her to an artist who may be able to help her. And he's the one person she can't accidentally kill.

After five centuries of pain and loneliness, Robert Shoalman craves release from his immortality. He's all but given up hope until he meets the beautiful and intriguing Kyrissa. She could paint his death and break the curse, but at the cost of destroying her gift and being lost to him forever—none of which will matter if the demon hunting him finds them first.








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Excerpt



          "You
keep telling me to trust my feelings." Kyrissa ran her finger along his
lower lip. "Trust yours."

          His
mouth sought hers, the taste of her lips more exquisite than the finest wine.
He drank her in, wanting more of her intoxicating apples and mint flavor, as
well as the one that was just her. The one found only in her kiss. Burying his
face in her hair, he pulled her closer, lips trailing down her neck and across
her collarbone.

          Pulling
the fitted shirt from his jeans, her hands slid up his back and sides. Each
touch on his skin left him burning. Reclaiming Kyrissa's mouth with his, Robert
fumbled with the buttons on the front of his shirt, feeling her smile when she
tried to help him, both of them making it worse.

          "Damn
it to hell," Robert broke the kiss, pushing up to his knees to rip the
shirt open. The patter of buttons danced across the floor like rain.

          "Robert!"
Kyrissa laughed at his impulsive action.

          "What
good is money if I cannot afford to ruin a shirt?" He grinned. "Especially
if it is for the right reasons." He'd ruin shirts every day if she would
look at him the way she was now.

          Kneeling
in front of him, Kyrissa used her hands to push the shirt off his shoulders
while her mouth trailed kisses along his chest. "You could have just
pulled it over your head," she teased, fingers working to pull open the
cuffs.

          "I
thought women expected displays like that," Robert fumbled, distracted by
her hands and mouth. In his day, affairs were slower, more reserved. He enjoyed
these times better. The women were bolder. More passionate.

          "I
could get that male bravado bullshit from any pickup in a bar." Her eyes
devoured him. "I want you."


          "Good."








About the Author




Who is Toni Decker?

Two authors telling one sizzling story after another about
twenty-somethings getting along in their own crazy, fantastical worlds. Both
women are wives and mothers, sharing brain cells and characters as if they only
exist with the other.

Toni, one half
of the Toni Decker brain, is an avid reader of all things Young and New Adult
while Kira, the Decker half of Toni Decker brain, devours fantasy for midnight
snacks.


Together, their stories are one part New Adult, 

one part fantasy and 

three parts of holy hotness.




We leave it up to the readers to decide who writes which
character.

You can follow our journey on:






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Sunday, November 30, 2014

Productive Year and .99 December Kick-Off Special




This year has been super crazy for me. Since January, I have been busy writing, editing, publishing and promoting not one but three books!



 Who would've ever thought my dear hubby's simple, "you have one year to complete a manuscript" nearly six years ago would lead me to three books/two series in less than a year.
 Wanted: One Ghost is now in it's second year and needed some siblings to keep him company. So a sequel, Distilled Spirits was conceived and is due to be born for the world to see on December 15th through Crescent Moon Press.

But not only did I finish a sequel but started self-publishing. My original manuscript I finished at hubby's request (and revised nearly six times in the six year period since), Immortal Heat debuted on October 6th of this year as a Kindle book and now after nearly a month of trying to perfect the print formatting, it is also available as a paperback through Amazon.com.

Immortal Heat is a start of a new series for me based on Romanian folklore/mythology and legend. The series continues in February, 2015 with Immortal Angel.



But enough about my busy year...now for the good stuff:

From December 1st until December 5th both of my first novels, Wanted: One Ghost AND Immortal Heat will be available on Kindle for just .99!!  And Wanted: One Ghost continues to be .99 until the end of the year!

Right in time for pre-ordering of Distilled Spirits!

So for this Christmas Season, if you are like me and love Charles Dickens-A Christmas Carol with ghosts and greed--meet some new ghosts who battle greedy enemies and fall in love.

All I can say at this time of year to all my readers, past, present and future is: Thank You Very Much!

Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Huge .99 Sale on Wanted: One Ghost and Over 40 Other Crescent Moon Press Kindle Books

There is a Huge Black Friday .99 Kindle SALE! Check out some of these great authors below and don't forget to enter the rafflecopter for your chance to win lots of fun stuff!


The sale runs from Black Friday to New Years, so lots of time to buy LOTS AND LOTS OF FABULOUS BOOKS published by Crescent Moon Press!

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Wanted: One Ghost, by Loni Lynne
As I get ready to promote the release of my sequel to my debut novel, Wanted: One GhostDistilled SpiritsCrescent Moon Press is hosting a huge sale on 40+ of their titles on Amazon Kindle from Black Friday, November 28, 2014 until the end of the year, December 31, 2014.

So go ahead and pick up Wanted: One Ghost for .99 and get ready to enjoy what paranormal events, romantic encounters and other spiritual fun happens to the citizens (both alive and dead) in the town of Kings Mill, Maryland. 

The past comes alive with Distilled Spirits on December 15, 2014. Pre-Order on Amazon today!


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Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Interview With My Cover Model--James Rizzo

This next few weeks will be an exciting time as I officially reveal the cover of my sequel to Wanted: One Ghost, Distilled Spirits. I knew I wanted the wonderfully talented Taria A. Reed to create my cover again since she'd done such a fantastic job on Wanted: One Ghost. As I anxiously awaited her design, I couldn't even imagine what she'd come up with. When I saw the proof I was floored! I couldn't have picked a better cover. She captured my characters Millie Taylor and Sean Lightfoot beautifully. See for yourself!
Releasing from Crescent Moon Press December 15, 2014
 I asked Ms. Reed who the models were and she told me. I wanted to thank them for such a fantastic job. My ghost, Millie Taylor is portrayed by the lovely, Liana Young and her hero, Sean Lightfoot is portrayed by the very handsome, James Rizzo.

Those eyes are so captivating!
I’ve been lucky enough to have the gorgeous James Rizzo with me today. I still can't believe he is the cover model for my latest novel, Distilled Spirits. How fantastic is that!! Taria Reed seemed to know what I had in mind for my hero, Sean Lightfoot, when she created the cover with James.

So James, I’m going to get right to the meat of this interview. I have an inquisitive mind. I love to research the characters in my books—so I figured it might be fun to ‘research’ the man who portrays Sean Lightfoot for my book cover. As a reader of romance, I like to think that the model actually is the character in the book. As a realist, I know that is not the case so I’d like to see what it is about James Rizzo that makes a perfect character for many romance books.

Loni Lynne: Okay…I need to know (I’m probably old enough to be your mother but humor me), just how young are you?  

James:   I turned 35 on November 14th 

Loni Lynne:  Happy Be-lated Birthday, by a few days. :)  
(Okay, maybe not old enough to be his mother--aunt maybe). I’ve lived all over the United States Michigan, Illinois, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Florida, Hawaii and Maryland, where were you born and did you move around a lot growing up or did you stay in one place?

James:  I was born in Wilmington, DE, where I resided until I went to College in 1998.  My first big move was to Maywood, NJ to pursue modeling/acting in New York 12 years ago.  

Loni Lynne: Since I lived all over the country growing up I ended up going to 13 different schools in 12 years. I loved English Literature, American History and Art. What were your favorite classes in high school?

James:  My favorite classes would have to be health and science- such as biology, and chemistry.  I’ve always been very creative and fascinated with the human body.

Loni Lynne: You’ve modeled for some great book covers. How long have you been modeling and what made you decide to pursue the career?


James:  I have been modeling since I was 20 years old.  I decided to pursue it after competing in body-building for almost 3 years.  I realized I didn’t want to be grotesque with custom clothes so I decided to trim down and pursue acting/modeling.  My first transition from Body-building to modeling was when I participated in theWilhelmina "South Beach Superstar Search" in Miami, Florida.  I won the 2003 top promotional model category and have been doing it ever since.

Loni Lynne: No doubt you won! You would've gotten my vote. 
Fate has a funny way of leading us where we need to be, how did fate lead you to be a cover model? Do you see yourself modeling ten years from now? Where do you see yourself then? Or are you like me and ‘fly by the seat of your pants’ as far as life goes?

James:   I have always been someone that believes in overcoming life’s obstacles through hard-work and dedication.  I usually can accomplish anything I put my mind to.  My persistence in a very competitive industry allowed me to become a cover model.  I see myself living in California as a working actor 10 years from now.  I will continue to model because it has always been a passion.

Loni Lynne:  We'll definitely be looking for you in film and TV. 
When you posed for Taria Reed (my fabulous cover artist), did you realize you would end up on the cover of Distilled Spirits? What’s the process for doing a photo shoot?

James:  I was not aware I would end on the cover but Taria did mention that she had a few covers lined up for me.  Taria originally discovered me through Model Mayhem, which is a great site for discovering new talent for any project. The process for doing a photo shoot usually consists of photographers and models sharing a mutual agreement as far as type of shoot, location, and time frame.  The shoot should be convenient for both parties and the details such as wardrobe etc. should be discussed beforehand.  I am very experienced and easy to work with.

Loni Lynne: Distilled Spirits is a paranormal romance based on a 200 year old ghost (Millie Taylor) who is brought back to life, kind of, by our hero (Sean Lightfoot). Do you believe in ghosts? What would you do if you were to encounter a friendly entity?

James:  No, I do not believe in Ghosts but if I encountered one, it would certainly change my outlook about the deceased.  I watch horror movies frequently and they never frighten me, just find them entertaining.

Loni Lynne: You’ve been on the covers of so many great romance novels, I am just going to come out and ask…Do you ever read any of them? If so, do you see yourself in any of the characters?

James:  Its funny you mentioned that. I tell my mother all the time, “I’ll keep making them, you read them.”  She’s a pretty quick reader and enjoys most of the novels.  My mother usually gives me her synopsis upon completion. Sometimes she mentions how certain characters relate to me.  I always tell her when I’m shooting another one because she likes to say “looks like I have some more reading to do!” haha

Loni Lynne:  I can imagine she's delighted to see you on the covers. She must be very proud. 
It took me a while to find my Mr. Right and live happily ever after for 25 years and looking forward to at least another 25. (Okay, yes…do the Math! Like I said…I’m old.) What about you? Have you found Mrs. Right? Or are you still looking for that perfect someone?

James:  I have not found Mrs. Right yet.  I will be honest: I’m extremely picky and want to make the right decision. With over 50% of marriages resulting in divorce, I certainly don't want to rush and regret it later in life.

Loni Lynne:  Good thinking. When the right one comes along, it just clicks and you know they are the one.
My ideal date would be a quiet dinner with my hubby downtown and then walking around holding hands on a brisk fall night. (His though is different—he’s such a guy!) I need to know, are you more of a romantic kind of guy or do you prefer a simpler form of dating?  Any great romantic ideas to share? What would you consider the ‘perfect date’?

James:  I would consider myself very romantic for the right woman.  I have cooked dinner for Valentine’s Day before and surprised women with flowers.  I really need to be into the girl for my creative/romantic side to come out! J The perfect date for me would have to be sharing a variety of favorite food- Italian dishes, seafood, and dessert followed by a lounge with a fireplace, sharing a bottle of wine. 

A strong jawline--a dependable man.
Loni Lynne:  (Wow! That would be 'perfect'. Fanning myself...)
Okay, now for random questions, shootin’ from the hip!

Favorites:
·         Color:  Blue
·         Food:  Steak
·         Movie:  Anything Inspirational – last movie was “Fury” with Brad Pitt
·         TV Show:  Married with Children
·         Actress and Actor:  Scarlett Johansson/Denzel Washington
·         Holiday:  Christmas

Loni Lynne: Okay back to some pertinent questions again—If you had your way, where would you like to live? Cabin in the woods/Penthouse apartment in the big city/or a bungalow by the shore? And why?

James:  I love the summer months and growing up I would go boating on the weekends with my family.  We use to go to Maryland and make a whole day of it- barbecues, water-skiing, jet skiing, and tubing. I enjoy a warm climate all year round so I would probably want to live in Malibu, CA or Hawaii in a beautiful beach house. 

Loni Lynne: In your own words, describe yourself (internally—we know you are extremely good looking on the outside). 

James:  I am a very good-hearted person and my friends and family know I am dependable. Loyalty is the biggest attribute my family and I share.  Italians are known for this.

Look at that smile--it's in his eyes, too!
Loni Lynne:  I agree. I think those attributes show through in your photos. It's the strength in your jawline and the smile that reaches your eyes that tells the truth. 
If you could pick one thing to change the world, what would that be and why?

James:   I wish I could stop the violence in our society and raise more awareness about gun control.  There are entirely too many shootings in schools. Children should stay more active in sports and extracurricular activities.

Loni Lynne: A very real issue in our society. It breaks my heart to hear and see it so often in the news.

Thank you so much James for being here today and sharing with us. I know you are very busy and taking time out to talk with us means so much. And again, thank you for being such a great cover model! My book really looks great with you on it!

If you have time to stop by and answer questions from my readers, we would love to hear from you!


 


See more of James Rizzo at Taria Reed.

Monday, October 27, 2014

Kerri Carpenter's Book, FLIRTING WITH THE COMPETITION is out today!!

Hi Friends!Fl

It's finally here... Release Day for my first book, "Flirting with the Competition," and I couldn't be more excited! This story was a blast to work on. I hope you enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it.

Happy Reading!
Kerri


Buy links are below. For more options, click on the cover.


Lawyers Whitney March and Jordan Campbell are interviewing at a prestigious law firm. For the same job. And Jordan is determined to win, despite his sexy, capable, and fiery rival. But when the elevator they're sharing comes to an abrupt stop, they're stuck—together. The only thing they have in common is determination to get the job...and an unexpected and escalating attraction. And it's only a matter of time before these competitors indulge in a very sexy little connection between floors.
 


Did you know...
My two main characters, Whitney and Jordan, get stuck in an elevator on their way to a really important job interview. Personally, I've never been trapped in an elevator. Good thing too, since I have a touch of claustrophobia just like one of my characters. Can you guess which one?

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Wednesday, October 22, 2014

Images Eternal--A Gotta Read Book


If "N0T" your everyday, paranormal read is what you are after--Images Eternal the first book in The Shoalman Chronicles is just what the librarian would order. Here is Images Eternal!


The blood of a Guardian, the heart of an artist, no one can hide the truth from Amanda Hayworth. Focusing her visions through her camera lens, she reveals secrets no one plans to expose, even her own. To protect herself, Mandy hides her ability in plain sight, photographing local bands and showcasing the dramatic images on her website. Most bands beg for a feature article. But the new lead singer of one particular up and coming band isn’t like anyone she’s ever met. Lucien entangles her with his mystery and makes Mandy want things she’s never wanted before—strings.







Lucien Solvak has to impress an influential music blogger whose promotion could skyrocket his new band to stardom or flush them straight into the gutters. But the moment Mandy aims her camera his direction, he fears the images will expose his ties to the immortal he’s sworn to protect and destroy his one chance to live out his musical dream. Hiding from her camera is tough enough. Denying his growing feelings becomes an impossible feat, forcing Lucien to choose between oaths as a Guardian, his rock-star dreams, and the girl he wants.





Wooohhhooo! That got me to 'focus'...

This book is available for your enjoyment now.

Images Eternal





Who is Toni Decker?

Two authors telling one sizzling story after another about twenty-somethings getting along in their own crazy, fantastical worlds. Both women are wives and mothers, sharing brain cells and characters as if they only exist with the other.
Toni, one half of the Toni Decker brain, is an avid reader of all things Young and New Adult while Kira, the Decker half of Toni Decker brain, devours fantasy for midnight snacks.

Co-writing together, we leave it up to the readers to guess who writes which character *grin*




You can chat with both Toni and Kira on a variety of social media. They love talking books, writing and life in general.
Twitter: @ToniPicker & @KiraDecker and stay tuned to @ToniDeckerBooks for more updates and teasers for the upcoming release.
FaceBook: Toni Decker & Kira Decker
Tumbler: Toni Decker Books

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