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The Men of CCD:Slow Seduction coming in Jan. 09

2008-12-21T08:45:00.000-08:00

Second grade teacher Jenisha Roman couldn’t forget the green-eyed devil that captured her attention and stole her breath six months ago. She never dreamt she’d ever get to see him again…until she gets called down to the principal’s office.
Construction Industrialist Clinton Campbell never forgot the ebony beauty that he met all those months ago, so when he received a phone call from her school to work on a project called ‘Expand the School’ he jumped at the chance to be around Jenisha again. Hoping he’d be able to win her over with a little slow seduction.
Will the love between these two be strong enough to weather the tempests they will face or will Jenisha’s secret obliterate the love Clinton has for her?

Will be avaiable in ebook and print from Phaze Books.

Taken by Storm by Marie Rochelle is Coming

2008-10-16T21:48:00.001-07:00

Syleena Webster has been hurt by her mother’s free lifestyle with men. But she maintains her romantic ideas about love and marriage. She doesn’t doubt the perfect man is out there for her. Storm Hyde, however, has giving up on the romantic ideas of love a long time ago.
Wealthy banker Strom Hyde has decided staying single is the way for him, so he hasn’t dated the same woman longer than 6 months in forever. He’s totally unprepared for his reaction when his sister brings her gorgeous roommate Syleena Webster home for the summer. After he gazes into her soulful brown eyes, and emotion he never felt before hits him and he sends Syleena running for the door.
Five years later they meet again. Will Storm be able to make Syleena understand the mistake he made?

Buy in ebook and print on October 20th from Phaze Books

New Release from Marie Rochelle: Blindsided

2008-09-17T21:19:00.001-07:00

If you can not do the time do not do the Crime!

Las Vegas Detective Lindow Woods assigned to the Narcotics Division, takes his job very seriously. He believes if you do the crime you should do the time. So, he gets pissed off when she, his ideal woman strolls into the courtroom. He didn’t want to be attracted to her, but he can’t help it. She was everything he wanted in a woman: beautiful, intelligent and damn hot. He had never been blindsided by a woman until now.

Spunky attorney Daria Jacobs has never backed down from any case. She loves to win and agrees to take on her cousin’s case in Las Vegas to help him out of a crime he wasn’t guilty of. Yet, she wasn’t prepared for fireworks that happen when she meets Detective Woods.

Who will be policing who? The detective or the attorney?
Buy @ www.redrosepublishing.com

My Deepest Love:Zack by Marie Rochelle Coming in Print!

2008-07-23T08:50:00.000-07:00

Traci Wells has never thought about dating any of the men from Make you Sweat her local gym until he catches her eye. The sexy blue-eyed stranger who has the most unbelievable body she has ever laid eyes on. However, Traci promises not to let herself fall for Zack, but that vow is put to the test as the two of them grow closer and closer.
Zack Drace isn’t usually the one who approaches women for dates; but when he spots the alluring mocha skinned beauty Traci Wells that policy goes out the door. He wants to make her his more than anything in the world. He isn’t going to allow the opinions of his brothers or her sister to stand in his way.

Soon to be released in August by Phaze Books

Dangerous Bet:Troy's Revenge by Marie Rochelle

2008-06-01T21:24:00.000-07:00

Tycoon Troy Christian had only loved one woman his whole life Headley Rose…. but she left town at eighteen without sparing a second glance in his direction. Taking his heart with her and making him into the man he was today.
Now, ten years later she was back and wanted his help, but was she willingly to agree to his terms or would she lose everything her family had worked so hard to achieve. He held all the cards in the palm of his hand and revenge had never tasted so sweet.

Release date June 5th
from RRP
www.redrosepublishing.com

All the Fixin' Coming to Print in June

2008-05-20T15:03:00.001-07:00

All the Fixin' blurb

Ever since Shea Anderson laid eyes on-hazel eyed hunk Craig Clark Evans she had longed to feel his lips pressed against her-but that would never happen, because Craig hated her from the moment he met her at his aunt’s house. His dislike for her only grew after his aunt left her as the sole owner of her company ‘Luscious Lips.’
Craig Clark Evans is determined to uncover how Shea tricked his dying aunt into signing over all the stocks of the family business to her and not him, but every time he looks into her dark eyes his desire for her grows and other more pleasurable thoughts enter his mind.
However it doesn’t matter how much he might want the ebony goddess in his bed he plans to do whatever it takes to get his family business back no matter the cost. Will Craig come to his senses before it’s too late and Shea’s love for him is gone forever in…..?

All the Fixin’

Print Format Coming on June 23rd from Marie Rochelle and Phaze

Promo Marie Rochelle books. Buy yours today!!!

2008-04-29T06:33:00.000-07:00

My Deepest Love: Zack Blurb

Traci Wells has never thought about dating any of the men from Make you Sweat her local gym until he catches her eye. The sexy blue-eyed stranger who has the most unbelievable body she has ever laid eyes on. However, Traci promises not to let herself fall for Zack, but that vow is put to the test as the two of them grow closer and closer.
Zack Drace isn’t usually the one who approaches women for dates; but when he spots the alluring mocha skinned beauty Traci Wells that policy goes out the door. He wants to make her his more than anything in the world. He isn’t going to allow the opinions of his brothers or her sister to stand in his way.

Buy now @ www.phaze.com

With all my Heart Blurb:

Successful and charismatic Doctor Jason Tuck has been dating his girlfriend off and on for years because he didn’t think he would find the perfect woman for him. Lisa was safe and he wasn’t in danger of losing his heart to her. He wasn’t ready to give his heart completely until he was sure he had found his soul mate….and one rainy night the woman he had been waiting for literally ran right into him.
Tamika “Rayne” Yardley doesn’t remember anything about the night the gorgeous blue-eyed Jason Tuck found her during the downpour on a dark street, but she know she wants to be with him more than anything in the world. But how can she move forward when her past is a blank and his ex-girlfriend is doing everything in her power to keep with them apart.
Is she destined to live without the man she loves or will Jason’s undying love for her make her whole in…..With All My Heart?

Buy Now @ www.redrosepublishing.com

Cover Model Blurb:

Romance writer Kissa “Bri” Collins tried not to notice how unbelievably handsome the model was the second he sauntered in horribly late to her model search. Dark brown hair with natural highlights brushed the collar of his white-t-shirt, compelling gray eyes held hers as she tried to keep her composure as his deep rich voice apologized for being late.
Forbes thought he had everything under control until he walked late into the modeling auditions and spotted the woman of his dreams, his soul mate. Now how could he pretend to be something he wasn’t and arrest her only living family member? When all he wanted to do was risk everything he had for a taste of her perfect mouth?

Buy Now @ www.redrosepublishing.com

Beneath the Surface blurb:

Are you able to see what is hidden right under your eyes? Rynne Slater, a twenty- eight year old, gorgeous, intelligent African American woman has been tied to her desk for the past six years working on a miracle scar remover. She hasn’t thought about dating anyone until she meets the local town hermit, Pierce McMahon. Rynne promises not to let herself fall for Pierce, but that vow is put to the test as she wants to learn more about the man beneath the hood. Pierce McMahon hasn’t been approached by any woman since his ex-girlfriend cut up his face in a fit of anger. He always thought he didn’t want a woman’s company anymore. But that all goes out the window when he opens his front door and finds the alluring ebony beauty Rynne standing on his porch. More than anything, he wants to make her his and he refuses to allow the narrow-minded opinions of her brother or his sister to stand in his way. But how can he make that happen when a whole town hates him because of the way he look. Will Rynne finally be the one to look…Beneath the Surface?

Buy now @ www.redrosepublishing.com

Be With You Blurb:

Can you get what you want? Ever since she could remember Sage Nicole always had a crush on the wickedly handsome Rally Teveare, but the stubborn devil refused to acknowledge her feelings.To Rally, Sage would always be the little girl his parents took in after her family died in a tragic fire. He refused to admit that he wanted her with a passion that scared him.Yet, he couldn’t deny that the awkward little girl had grown into a breathtaking woman. A woman who made him dream about things he shouldn’t and wouldn’t.However, when Sage is vowing to leave his life forever…Rally only has one choice….show Sage her place is with him. Why does everyone keep telling her that she needs a man? Will Sage move on or will Rally step up to the plate?

Buy now @ www.redrosepublishing.com

Pamper Me Blurb:

Why does everyone keep telling her that she needs a man? That’s the question that keeps running through Nicey Johnson’s mind. She’s quite content running her matchmaking business Pamper Me and doesn’t want a man in her life. At least she thinks she is until a chance meeting with the blonde hunk in the parking garage. Will Nicey take a chance on her blonde hunk or will she play it safe? Spencer Carlton is tired of being asked out on dates because of aspiring actress wanting to get closer to his famous Soap Opera sister. That is why when he spots the gorgeous chocolate dipped beauty hurrying past his car he decides to lie about who he is when he asks her out on a date. After a rocky starts Nicey starts to fall for Spencer but will all of it be ruined when she finds out his secret? Or can Spencer make Nicey forgive him in time to become his Valentine’s Day sweetheart? buy @ www.redrosepublishing.com

All the Fixin blurb:

Ever since Shea Anderson laid eyes on-hazel eyed hunk Craig Clark Evans she had longed to feel his lips pressed against her-but that would never happen, because Craig hated her from the moment he met her at his aunt’s house. His dislike for her only grew after his aunt left her as the sole owner of her company ‘Luscious Lips.’
Craig Clark Evans is determined to uncover how Shea tricked his dying aunt into signing over all the stocks of the family business to her and not him, but every time he looks into her dark eyes his desire for her grows and other more pleasurable thoughts enter his mind.
However it doesn’t matter how much he might want the ebony goddess in his bed he plans to do whatever it takes to get his family business back no matter the cost. Will Craig come to his senses before it’s too late and Shea’s love for him is gone forever in…..?

All the Fixin’
Buy now @ www.phaze.com

Special Delivery blurb:

Administrative Assistant Layla Reynolds has loved Christmas ever since she was a little girl, but she hasn’t been able to enjoy it since beginning to work Director Enterprises. Her tyrant of a boss hated the holiday and now she was stuck with him for two weeks at his house during a snow storm.CEO of Director Enterprises Preston Scott wasn’t a man known to celebrate the Christmas Holiday. So, why after one day of having Layla in his house he wanted to celebrate the holiday in a whole different way?

Buy Now @ www.cobblestone-press.com

The REC Update

2008-02-21T09:15:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone!
It's been a while since I've blogged because I wanted to give the authors a chance to show off their stuff! And you have to admit, they're some beautiful writing! But now for the update. The REC has gotten bigger now it is up to us, the REC MODs to make the REC better for you. Next week is My Reading Week from university and also Angel's so the both of us are going to sit down and come up with a way or ways to do so.

During our meeting, we'll also be talking about our next big contest that we would like to put on then after the meeting, we'll post here and on the loop what is going on and what we've decided on.

The winners of the Scottish Nocturnal contest will be out as soon as we can all finish reading all the stories.

Anyways going back to studying.
Kendra

Marie Rochelle's Valentine's Day reads!!!!

2008-02-09T20:50:00.001-08:00

Marie Rochelle fans,
I want to let everyone know that my new V-day story With all my Heart will be released on Feb.13th from www.redrosepublishing.com

and for those of you who haven't read Pamper Me yet don't forget to pick up that wonderful V-day read too. What could be better than having two stories about Valentine's Day from me? Or buy Pamper Me and give it to a friend as a gift.
Marie Rochelle

Cover Model by Marie Rochelle Buy Now

2008-01-31T20:46:00.001-08:00

“I want two scoops of vanilla and add some sprinkles on top of it too.” Kissa dug inside the bottom of her purse while she waited for her ice cream. As she found the correct money the strangest sensation came over her body.
“You should have told me that you liked liking vanilla. I would have offered up my body in a hot second,” a warm male voice whispered by her ear.
Shivering at the picture of Forbes lying naked on his back while she licked her way down his well-defined body almost made Kissa drop the money in her hand.Taking a deep breath, she bullied her body back under control and faced the wicked man behind her.
The forest green t-shirt was plastered to his perfectly portioned body and shoved into a pair of tight jeans that molded his hard thighs and everything else in between. Kissa slowly ran her tongue over her bottom lip, not knowing what the action did to Forbes’ semi-aroused body.
“Shame on you,” she scolded. “You shouldn’t offer me things like that. I might take you seriously.”
Forbes backed her so fast into the corner by the ice cream booth that she didn’t have time to blink. “You might have forgotten what we did at Ian’s photo shoot, but I haven’t. Do you know how many dreams I’ve about you at night? In some states, they are illegal.”
“That isn’t my fault,” Kissa answered over her racing heart. “We had a moment of passion and nothing else. I told you I don’t sleep with the men I work with.”
“Technically, I work for my model agency and your publisher until the cover is finished. We can date and have all the fun we want,” he whispered tracing the swell of her breasts with his finger. “Don’t you want to have fun with me? It’s summer which means passion is in the air.”
“Stop,” she moaned trying to move her body away from Forbes. His erection was poking against her, causing a pool of moisture to rush between her legs. “We can’t be doing this in public.”
“Would you rather we do this in private?” Hard fingers pulled at her nipples while his tongue licked at the side of her neck. “You smell delicious. Does the rest of you smell this good?”

Buy now @
www.redrosepublishing.com

A Contest Reminder

2008-01-19T22:37:00.000-08:00

The Romance Erotica Connection, Dark Eden Press and The Romance Studio are pleased to bring you....

The REC Dark Eden Scottish Nocturnal Contest

Submissions will be accepted until January 31, 2008.

Maybe it's the kilts or the accents or even the mythical beauty but whatever it is we love Scottish men. Here's your chance to impress us with your hottest, most scintillating Scottish tale ever! But we have a way to make these heavenly hunks even hotter...How you ask? By making them creatures of the night! Each of the Scottish leads has to be a creature of the night; be it a Vampire, werewolf, gargoyle, go ahead, impress us!

We are looking for truly hot, original pieces that keep us reading.
*** And yes, GLBTQ stories are welcomed ***
Length of works: 8-12KHeat level: Sensual to Erotic

Please visit http://www.freewebs.com/romanceconnection/recdepcontest.htm for more information on prizes for the contest!

Tigra-Luna LeMar

I am.

2007-12-22T08:19:00.000-08:00

In this age of frantic connectivity, we live in a small world, yet fragmented nonetheless. In the technological sense, we are networked up to our eyeballs, yet within ourselves we often trudge on in isolation…dealing with our little hurts, challenges and concerns. We share things but only in part—wishing to keep a share of our innermost thoughts hidden away, for privacy cannot be completely relinquished, even with our loved ones.

Why so philosophical, you may ask? As some of you know, I am presently spending the holidays visiting with my family in Europe (the Mediterranean island of Malta, to be precise). My regular blogs have somewhat taken the back seat but I wanted to assure everyone that I’m still very much alive :-D. Last week, in fact, I had a birthday. Yet another day to remind me of the fast passage of time and perhaps for this reason, I wanted to spend my morning touring the Hypogeum - an underground architectural wonder—a necropolis—sculpted by a lost civilization into the limestone rock some four and a half millennia ago. I needed proof that identity can survive the ravages of time, that in some ways, when we create, we can live on through our work.

The place is a burial site, an area where the prehistoric people could lay to rest their dead and honor them. The Sleeping Lady (pictured to the right as lying in a sort of emulation of peaceful death or trance) was placed as a central figure amongst the slew of decomposing bodies. The latter would be all thrown in one mountainous heap, yet still wearing or holding their individual treasures as if their family wanted to retain their identity even in death. I could clearly imagine a burial ceremony taking place as I walked down the stone steps to the lower levels of the site and stood looking at one of the most impressive rooms: the Holy of Holies (picture above). The circular patterns painted in the now faded red ochre on the walls of some chambers seem to be an ode to the continuity of life and the vivid life blood that courses through our veins.

The civilization that built this magnificent sanctuary is no more. They disappeared into the night, never to be heard or seen again on our islands. Nobody knows what happened to these people. From what I learned, however, they were a community of peaceful farmers who revered nature and respected it. They were close and worked together to create the Hypogeum, their life goal which took several generations to complete. In a sense, these people were “networked”, living as one, thinking as one. They knew their limitations and respected the environment they lived in. Like many of us, they believed that death would bring on some sort of journey into a utopian afterlife.

I like to think of this civilization as a people who sought their identity and found their dream place on this little island, at least for a time. They had no computers, no technology. They built their magnificent temples and sanctuaries using stone and antler, bull and goat horns. In this sense, they were as one, striving for a common goal. They did not need the Internet to feel grounded, connected.

Today, the Internet is considered—and is—a wonderful thing. But has it truly “linked” us? I do not mean in the business or superficial sense, but in the true, individual relationship sense. Also—has it helped us remain grounded in who we are (the “id”, not the “ego”) or has our sense of self become scattered and as disjointed as the world around us?

As I stood in the semi-darkness of the muted artificial lighting, I thought about me—the “I”, the “id”. I thought about what I was and who I have become. I thought about what I wanted to accomplish and who I wanted to be. I realized that I am many things, a complicated, shifting puzzle constructed from the experience of 37 years. The pieces of this puzzle keep increasing and the shapes are continuously evolving. Yet I remain me—myself, swimming in this murky ocean along with everyone else. I could get lost in this great big world, yet I have always insisted on remaining firmly grounded to my roots. My love of my native country has not wavered over the years I’ve been away, but I have in my heart a place for many loves—my husband, my family, my childhood home, my chosen home. Professionally and in many other ways, I strayed for a time, in search of an identity outside of myself, trying the “other” thing, fooling myself that what was given to me to build and cherish was not sufficient. I did not “honor” myself, as the old civilization I wrote about here did.

I now know better. As a child, I dreamt of being a writer, I grew up wanting to be a writer…when I became a lawyer I wondered what it would feel like to be a writer. Now I am truly and simply, a writer. I have a voice, and I have an identity, both as an artist and person. My loves and my “id” transcend time and geography. I treasure the “id” of awareness, of individuality—the part of me that tells me that I matter in my own microcosm and that I have a place in the macrocosm surrounding it. I am not more important. I, like you, am simply important.

Yet life is fleeting and many may feel it’s quite worthless. There are moments when doubt hits me. So I make it a point to remind myself, when I ever am in the doldrums: I am of Malta. I am of America. But most importantly, I am.

~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short. Download @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11
"Mr. & Mrs. Foster"--A toasty warm holiday tale--just released!!! More info at: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=37

Special Delivery coming soon from Cobblestone-press

2007-12-16T13:12:00.000-08:00

“Mr. Scott, did you want to see me?”
Preston glanced up and his eyes froze on the woman in front of him. He guessed that she wasn’t older than thirty maybe a year younger. A burgundy v-neck sweater was stretched across her full breasts over white slacks enhancing a narrow waist. The richness of the sweater highlighted the dark beauty of her skin making him want to reach out and touch it. It reminded him of perfectly melted chocolate. The kind you poured over hot fudge sundaes as a kid.
Preston let his eyes wandered over the exquisite vision in front of him because woman’s body should be.
“Excuse me did you hear me?” She asked again drawing his attention back to her naturally full lips.
Shaking himself out of his daze he stared into her coffee brown eyes, “No, I’m sorry could you repeat what you said.”
He tried not to laugh as the cutie in front of him tried not to roll her eyes at him. It had been a very long time since a woman had made him laugh within five minutes of her entering the room.
Taking a deep breath she stared directly into his eyes and said. “Mr. Scott, you wanted to see me?”
Yeah, he sure did want her, but probably not in the way she was thinking

Coming from CobbleStone press on Dec. 22nd.

www.cobblestone-press.com

#3 on the A.A. bestseller list...

2007-12-02T09:14:00.000-08:00

Dear friends,

During the month of November I was promoting my book which Aphrodite's Apples was offering at a 10% discount. Thanks to your enthusiastic response, I have just discovered that "Mile High to Heaven" has risen to the #3 position on the bestseller list...something which I consider a great achievement especially considering that this is my debut novel.

I'm stunned and elated! I cannot adequately express my gratitude for your loyal readership; and I look forward to giving you many more stories from which you can draw positive emotions and inspiration.

So the purpose of this message is simply to say...THANK YOU!

And for those of you who haven't...please join my Yahoo Group for news and updates on my writing adventures (link below) :-)

Warm Regards,

~ Angela
PS - Presently, "Mile High to Heaven" is available for download at the price of $2.99

~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short available now @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11

Pamper me is up and ready to BUY!!

2007-11-30T11:07:00.000-08:00

Why does everyone keep telling her that she needs a man? That’s the question that keeps running through Nicey Johnson’s mind. She’s quite content running her matchmaking business Pamper Me and doesn’t want a man in her life. At least she thinks she is until a chance meeting with the blonde hunk in the parking garage. Will Nicey take a chance on her blonde hunk or will she play it safe? Spencer Carlton is tired of being asked out on dates because of aspiring actress wanting to get closer to his famous Soap Opera sister. That is why when he spots the gorgeous chocolate dipped beauty hurrying past his car he decides to lie about who he is when he asks her out on a date. After a rocky starts Nicey starts to fall for Spencer but will all of it be ruined when she finds out his secret? Or can Spencer make Nicey forgive him in time to become his Valentine’s Day sweetheart?

Buy your copy @ www.redrosepublishing.com

Marie Rochelle

New review in - I'm positively smug!

2007-11-30T04:40:00.001-08:00

Wow! BrandyWine from Enchanting Reviews was so kind as to read my book and give me this smashing review. Now I know one of the reasons why I love writing so much! If all my readers would feel this way when they finish reading my books, I'll officially become the happiest woman alive :-D

"Olivia Marsden, thirty-two, on the way to her sisters wedding.
Slightly overweight by modern standards, almost Amazon like, yet warm and loving, and needing a man who would see the real woman inside.

Cole Evans, her sister’s soon-to-be brother in law, obsessed since the engagement party, now has his chance to make Olivia his and his only. He is quietly domineering and never overbearing and needs a woman like her to complete him.

At a bed and breakfast in Atlanta, GA, a day before the wedding, Cole proves to Olivia that she is his, and his only. Will these two continue this unexpected yet steamy path to love, or will Olivia’s sister, Fi, ruin everything?

Mile High to Heaven is a quick peak into the lives of those who do not feel perfect yet truly are. It shows that given the right amount of attention and love, anyone can and will shine. I was thoroughly captivated and unfortunately depressed when the ending came. I wanted so much more from Angela Guillame and her book Mile High To Heaven."

Rating - 4 Enchantments

Note: Enchanting Reviews are in the process of redoing their website so this review is not up yet. However, I've been given express permission by the owners to post it here.

Thank you, BrandyWine! I'm feeling smug indeed...

I also wish to jot down a reminder that today will be the last chance to get a copy of "Mile High to Heaven" at a 10% discount. You can find and download it at the Aphrodite's Apples site. There are more fantastic reviews posted on the publisher site!

~ Angela

~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short available now @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11

ONE DAY LEFT!

2007-11-29T07:26:00.001-08:00

Hello everyone :-)

Just wanted to let everyone know that this is the last day…

Yes - only ONE day left to purchase "Mile High to Heaven at 10% off, so if you haven't done so already, hurry up and get yourself a copy!

To celebrate the launching of their new and improved website, Aphrodite's Apples are offering all their titles at a 10% discount during the month of November.

To download your copy of "Mile High to Heaven", go here.

And while you're there, make sure to check out the cool reviews that readers are posting about this hot tale.

So don't let yourself freeze with cold this winter - light your inner fire with a good, blazing, sensual read. My hero and heroine, Cole and Olivia, are waiting for you.

Warmest wishes,

~ Angela

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~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
MySpace: http://www.myspace.com/angelaguillaume
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
Blog: http://angelaguillaume.blogspot.com
"Mile High to Heaven"--Xtra hot!!!--Contemporary short available now @ Aphrodite's Apples.
To read more about it, visit: http://www.aphroditesapples.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=4&products_id=11

A Hot Winter Read: Special Delivery coming soon from Marie Rochelle

2007-11-22T04:07:00.000-08:00

Layla Reynolds wanted nothing more than for the predicted snow storm to happen, so she could escape the four walls of her office.Preston Scott thought all the being merry was a waste of time not to mention money until Layla Sinclair walked into his office all spice and vinegar.Preston wanted to prove to Layla he wasn’t the Grinch that stole Christmas, but the man she could spend the rest of her life with.He would do everything in his power to prove they were right for each other.
A Winter Sizzler by Marie Rochelle
Coming Soon from
http://www.cobblestone-press.com/
Preston Scott will keep you warm on those cold winter nights!!! Don't forget to buy your copy next month!!!

Learn more about Marie Rochelle's bestselling work @:

www.freewebs.com/irwriter/

http://shopdiva28.blogspot.com

or email her @

marierochelle2@yahoo.com

Don't pidgeonhole me! A romance author's life

2007-11-20T06:23:00.000-08:00

My name is Angela Guillaume and I'm one of REC's newest members. I have one book released at Aphrodite's Apples - a contemporary short called "Mile High to Heaven". I write sensual romance and love creating interesting characters. My next love is history and I have been busy doing some cool research for my latest - my first paranormal.

I wanted to give you an interesting blog to read today but I'm busy up to my eyeballs, so I thought: why not share the blog I wrote a short while back for The Romance Studio? I do hope you'll enjoy reading it and find it interesting. So here we go...

Both romance authors and readers have been “pidgeonholed” ever since I can remember by a good chunk of the so-called "sapient" population. I, for one, have grown up reading all sorts of books—from the classics, to riveting mysteries and thrillers, non-fiction, horror, adventure, and last but not least, romance. The latter genre has been ever present in my life, but sadly, the act of holding a romance book in public, unlike most other genres of literature, seems to indicate more of an act of supreme courage than anything else. Really, who wants to be seen immersing their noses in one of those books featuring on its cover some bare-chested, muscle flaunting, Julian Fantechi-like god, training his smoldering gaze on a clutching, barebacked heroine -- who most often looks either incredibly confused, dazed, high on some new breed of mojo plant or helpless in the throes of ecstasy (no matter how sexy that cover may appear to some of us)? Let's put it this way, I don't wish to be seen holding THAT, no, no, no.

Of course, not all romance books have that kind of cover; and some even have the scantily clad hunky hero and his all too willing-to-shag heroine safely hidden on the inside cover for secret viewing whenever appropriate. So then we can perhaps safely take the book out in public without attempting to put our fingers through tricky acrobatic acts to hide what we’re reading (and risk developing carpal tunnel syndrome in the process). Some covers today seem to have become classier, but many will still feature mostly artistic (and in my opinion sometimes quite fabulous) renderings of gorgeous naked male chests or passionate, embracing couples. Hence, can you visualize all the raised eyebrows when you whip the offending article out of your hand luggage, while sitting in wait at the airport lounge? The other travelers will be checking you out, alright, albeit discreetly. Some guys will ponder how easy a target you may be to hit on. Perhaps they'll think they've hit the jackpot, bless their silly hearts. Drat them all, you may say. But deep down, I bet your cheeks WILL flush with a twinge of embarrassment at the thought. How can they assume these things about you, you will wonder? And I concur, of course. For ultimately, we're talking about ignorance becoming PREJUDICE here. Nothing more, nothing less.

In the midst of it all, when challenged by some hapless intellectual, I sometimes like to tell him or her, as the case may be, that I have in fact learned many, many notable things from those so-called “cheesy” romance novels. I learned much about the Absarokee Indians and their culture from the talented Susan Johnson; the shipping industry in Wapping, England from Liz Carlyle’s latest releases; the famed Crystal Palace from Lisa Valdez; women’s rights in the Victorian age from Hope Tarr; and the existence of The Men’s and Women’s Club in the same era from Robin Schone--to name but a few. These are what I like to call romance books for the intelligent woman. I also learned about the ways in which a eunuch is able to have an orgasm from author Robin Schone, by the way. Not a piece of information I will ever find useful but hey, it IS information. :-D. Admittedly, there exist a brand of trashy novels too, but it's also true that all genres can lay claim to a hefty number of bad apples. Nobody should trash an entire genre because of this. A book is not good only because it makes it to Oprah's Book Club or because it has a fantastic cover. A book is good (or bad) because of what it contains.

To that same hapless intellectual with a loathing for anything romance, I also say -- For the last book I’ve written, “A Rose for Eternity” (tentative title), I researched Villa d’Este in Tivoli, Italy (also a place I have visited years back); the 2005 earthquake in Kashmir; the philosopher Appollonius of Tyana’s life and inspirational journey to India; handwriting analysis; British history in 1807; and finally, English/Scottish geography and old towns. Extensive travel does help, if one plans to write about different places.

So after unloading this barrage of words or tirade onto my unwitting listener, I turn away, hoping to have made some sort of mark, albeit miniscule, into this person’s perception. And if I haven’t, that’s ok too because I’ll always be a sensual romance writer, and other people’s perceptions won’t change a thing about what I want to do. Hey, coming to think of it, look how they also criticized Henry Miller in his time because his books were considered just too “dirty”. I mean the one and only Henry Miller, yes, the American literary icon.

Basically, I wish to express that people who read romance books are not featherbrained. Far from it. Is mine a lost cause? Maybe. Some people will never change their mind. Some will stay prejudiced in many things, not only in relation to romance novels. My husband, for example, is a clinical hypnotherapist...and there exist people who still think he's some kind of "devil worshipper" or dabbling in some sort of "hocus pocus", rather than see what he actually does--helping to heal others! Granted, hypnotists have been portrayed badly in the media and some have been a disgrace to their profession: these are mainly the culprits. But isn't it true that it's what's in a person's heart, mind and actions that matters? It's supposed to be, anyway. In this world, generalizations and "pidgeonholing" are for fools or for those who are blinded by their own shortcomings or bigotry. In the same vein, at the end of the day, as a writer, my job is not to change anybody's mind but to strive to do what I do, the best way I can do it.

All in all, in my work I'm an information glut — I hoard articles and bits of information like a mouse hoards cheese and a magpie hoards shiny things. And I know that other romance or erotic romance authors research their books in their own quirky ways—picking up little stories and experiences along the way, making them their own. You see, my goal is also to write romance novels for the intelligent woman. My desire is to be written down in history as a smart, talented author who knew her stuff and made her readers’ toes curl at the same time. Will I ever manage to reach that lofty position? I can only hope, learn, and keep believing as I always do. Everything is possible with much trust and imagination and belief in oneself.

My first two books (Mile High to Heaven and Mr. & Mrs. Foster—the latter yet unpublished) are contemporaries—and here I focused more on emotional nuances and chemistry (I write sizzling romance so exploring and exploiting physical chemistry is a must) between the characters. I researched people rather than history. I used personal experience. I used parts of stories my friends related to me. My characters are a hodgepodge of people, including myself. All writing is a journey, no matter the amount of historical, geographical or political research packed into its pages. When push comes to shove, I don’t always have to prove to someone how much sh*t I know, after all; only that I can indeed write and create a good story with a good plot. Don’t you agree?

So I’ve gone from ranting about cheesy covers to the seriousness of a romance author’s work. I’m not sure if I speak of everyone, but I do speak of myself and some other talented authors that I know or read when I say that what we do is significant. Fact is that I believe an author is in the unique position to “learn” and “share the learning” at the same time, and we, as writers, should be proud of that position and use it well. We can perhaps teach or inspire people about how to have healthy relationships, or about histories, geographies, cultures, sciences, mysteries, literature, personalities, attitudes—you name it. We can be an example if we want to. We can set the example, too. We can learn it all and then we can share it all with our readers through our books. We can transport readers to worlds unknown, worlds where only the mind and the heart can go. The sky is the limit. Isn’t it all such fun? I certainly think so.

Anyway, I’m done with the rant. I'm sure you're relieved. :-D

And now it's time for me to tell you that if you wish to pick up a copy of my first book, Mile High to Heaven — which has thankfully been getting great reviews :-) — you can do so by clicking here. I look forward to writing more and more books and sharing them with all of you.

One last thing—I’d like to invite you all to join my Yahoo Group and MySpace (links also below) — these are the best ways to stay in touch with me. If you like what you've just read, please come over and be my friend :-)...and thanks for taking the time to read this blog!

Hugs and Smooches,

~ Angela

~ Angela Guillaume ~
"Breathtaking Sensual Romance"
Website: http://www.angelaguillaume.com
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Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/breathtakingromance/
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Scottish Nocturnal Writing contest Chat!

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The Romance Erotica Connection would like to invite you to the....

Scottish Nocturnal Contest Chat

Saturday November 17th, 2007

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Hello! REC Is Now Blogging

2007-11-09T12:18:00.000-08:00

Hello everyone,
This is a blog for the promotional group the Romance Erotica Connection. We are hoping to have authors contribute to it weekly so please stay turned!

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