Evernight's Christmas Blog Hop

Welcome to the Evernight Holiday Blog Hop!

We love the holidays, we love making our readers happy and we love giving away swag. What better way to do that than to hold a blog hop?

Here's how it works... the more blogs you hop to (shown below) the more chance you have of winning prizes. Each site on the hop is offering a prize and Evernight is offering an iPad 2 as the grand prize! To be in with a chance of winning the site prize simply follow the blog you're visiting and leave a comment which includes your email address. Each entry on each blog is then counted towards the grand prize draw. The more entries you have, the better your chance of winning that iPad 2! You also get extra points for liking the Evernight Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/#!/evernightpublishing. Just make sure you let us know in the comments that you've done so. 

  

Happy hopping!

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-Kel

Kelly Got Her Mojo Back.....

So, it's been a while. Yes, I've had a terrible time in the past few months completing anything. I would sit down at the computer and stare, but nothing would appear on the screen, my fingers wouldn't move on the keyboard. Frustrated, I'd simply just walk away.

But like Stella got her groove back, I've finally got my mojo back. Yes, I'm ready to tackle my writing projects!

Two days ago my fellow author and friend Sonia Hightower and I, submitted our lesbian romance piece to Evernight Publishing. And now we wait, in anticipation, hoping to get an acceptance email in the inbox.

My contracted piece, Love & Freedom, is finally moving along again. It's due to Ruby Lioness Press in a little over two weeks. I will prevail with this one. Though it's given me trouble, made me cry, and pushed me to my limits...I will finish it. And it will be fabulous!

I've met some new characters from medieval times, and I have begun writing bits and bobs of their story.

I also sent what I had written of Sinful Desires to a friend who has encouraged me that I need to finish writing Kennedy & Roxanne's story. So, if I can just get over the hurtle of the chapter that has been haunting me with this piece, I will be able to move forward and hopefully have it ready for submission by late September.

So, I've got things lined up to work on. Pieces that will hopefully be accepted and lined up for release, and my mind is back in the right place.

And to tease you a bit, here's a little snippet from my currently contracted piece:


Michael’s body still trembled, an after effect from the nightmare. He wiped his brow again, this time with the back of his hand, and then shoved the covers off.  An attempt was made to slide off the bed without waking Arianne, but her hand snaked out and grabbed his thigh.


“Don’t leave me yet,” she purred with a voice still husky from sleep. 


He watched her stretch like a cat in the bed, and saw her open her eyes in a slow fashion that seduced. The covers fell away to give him full view of her naked flesh, illuminated by the moonlight shining in the window, and he couldn’t take his eyes off her.


Arianne slid a hand up her thigh across her stomach and squeezed her breast as he watched. His mouth watered as he thought of how sweet she’d tasted earlier in the evening. When she moved closer, using her fingers to stroke the length of him, all thoughts of leaving the bed for an early cup of coffee were lost. “The night’s still young, cowboy,” she said with a sultry look in her eyes. “How about one more ride?”


His body reacted to her touch the way any healthy, able, man’s would, and his cock jumped to attention, ready for action. He’d already had her twice, but there was no way he was refusing sex, especially not when it was the better alternative to sitting alone in the kitchen. He moved to cover her body with his, but she shook her head.


“Not this time.” Her eyes were still heavy and gave her a sleepy doe look that made him stop in his tracks. “This time I want to ride your cock until we both take the plunge together.”


Happy to appease her, he settled against the pillows. He wanted to watch her tits bounce when she rocked and bucked against him. She wanted a ride, and damn if he wouldn’t give her a good one.

Temptation Thursday 10

Another Clip From My Untitled YA Novel In Progress.......

I was thankful when the woman behind the counter handed my mug to me. I took a long swallow, glanced around one last time, and then slipped outside where I ran into a hard chest. My drink flew out of my hand and hit the sidewalk with a sickening splash.

“I’m sorry,” I stammered, stepping back. “I…” but my voice trailed off as I looked into the silvery blue eyes of a boy I’d never met before, and yet felt as if I’d known forever.

His hair, an almost white blond, was naturally curled. It was cut in a short fashion that made him look like the member of a boy band I’d seen photos of on Google. His complexion was pale, but it matched his hair and eyes, and made him the complete opposite of Blake.

His eye brow was pierced with a black hoop, and another one adorned his lip. He wore a H.I.M. t-shirt, black jeans, and combat boots. I should have been turned off by his appearance, but instead all I could think was how beautiful he looked.

“Are you okay?” he asked and grabbed my arm to steady me. “Do they have the AC cranked up in there? You’re cold as ice.”

I’d forgotten about the cold, about everything leading up to that moment. A wave of calm swept over me, the same way it had at dinner when Blake touched me. I stepped further back, a little freaked out.

“I’m really sorry,” I stated again. “I hope none of my drink splashed on you.”

“I’m fine,” he replied with a grin that would make any girl’s heart melt. “It’s you I’m worried about.”

 “I’m excellent,” I lied and turned to go.

I felt his fingers close around my upper arm. “Let me buy you another cappuccino,” he offered. “It’ll give us a few more minutes to talk.”

“Thanks, but I need to get back to the school,” I replied. “Lunch is almost over.”

I wasn’t sure who this boy was or what he wanted with me. If he was flirting, I wasn’t interested. I had enough problems to sort out with Austyn, and then there was the issue of Blake and our parent’s crazy idea of us being an item. I didn’t need another player added to the game.

“What’s your name?” he asked softly as I pulled my keys from my pocket.

“Elizabeth.” I watched as he repeated my name on his lips, almost as if he were trying to program it to memory. I smiled, but moved to my car and opened the door.

“I’m Jordan,” I heard him say as I climbed in. “I hope I’ll see you around again.”

Temptation Thursday 9

From My Untitled YA.......

“Apple Valley, I think you’ll find is a bit different than any place you’ve ever been before.” Devon didn’t laugh when she said it. In fact her voice was rather serious, and I wasn’t sure how to take it. “How do you like our little slice of America so far?” she asked as she opened a side door and began walking up the few stairs just outside it.

“It’s quiet.” That’s all I could come up with to say, and that did get a giggle out of her. I hadn’t been in town long enough to have much more of an opinion.

We walked across a patch of grass to a large oak and Devon tossed her bag on the ground at the base of the tree. She stretched and then sat crossed legged on the grass. The sun was shining and the tree provided a nice gentle breeze around us.

“Have a seat,” Devon said, and I sat down twisting my legs like a pretzel. “This is my favorite place at school.” She pulled a container of grapes from her pack, opened them, and offered me some. I shook my head and took out my own lunch. “I used to come here after school sometimes when I was a freshman and write. This tree, I swear it sparks my creativity.”

I took an apple from my own bag and bit into it. It made me think of Blake. “What do you write?” I asked Devon to take my mind off him.

“Poetry mostly,” she responded and put the container of grapes down. “Sometimes I dabble in fiction, but I haven’t found my niche with that yet.”

She took a wrap out of her bag and bit into it. The smell of the tuna fish made me realize just how hungry I really was. I dug into my own bag, pulling out my PB&J and savored the first bite.

I nodded, though I wasn’t entirely sure what she meant. “It’s really beautiful here,” I said taking in the view. “I can see why you chose this spot.” I heard footsteps coming up the hill just as Devon’s eyes looked up.

“Hey Blake,” she said, and I saw the spark of something behind her eyes as he approached us. “Have you met Elizabeth?”

He sat his bag on the ground beside me and nodded. “Yeah,” he said meeting my eyes. “How was your morning?”

“Okay,” I replied, suddenly all nerves as he moved his bag over and sat beside me. “Yours?”

“Slow.” He pulled a sandwich out of his bag and took a bite. “What about you, Devon?” he asked. “Have you managed to stay out of trouble?”

“Of course.” She beamed. “You have to remember, I don’t go looking for trouble. It just seems to fall at my feet sometimes.”

He laughed. “So, has Devon asked you to join her antisocial parade?”

Devon picked a grape out of her container and tossed it at him. “Of all people, you have no room to talk about me being antisocial.”

He caught the grape and popped it into his mouth. I sat in silence and continued to eat my sandwich. I could tell from the way they spoke to each other that the two of them had known each other a long time. I felt out of place listening to their banter. I finished my lunch, glanced at my watch, and then stood to gather my bag.

“Where are you going?” Blake rose to stand next to me. He put a hand on my shoulder. “You don’t have to run off.”

I noticed Devon watching us, and I didn’t need to make an enemy out of my new friend. It was obvious to me she had feelings for him that went deeper than friendship. I saw it in the way her eyes lit up when he came to join us, and how her smile widened just a little when he teased her.

“Lunch is over in five minutes,” I responded. “You might know your way around, but I’m still learning, and I’d rather not be late to my next class.”

“I can show you,” he said.

“Thanks, but I’ll find it on my own.” I turned to Devon. “Thanks for sharing your special place with me. I hope you’ll invite me back.” And because Blake still stood looking at me, I said, “I’ll see you in English.”

Temptation Thursday 8

A piece from my new untitled piece....thinking this will be a short, unless my characters take me in a different direction.

I smelled her perfume before I saw Eileen round the corner, she had to bathe in the stuff it was so strong. I wouldn’t have minded if the fragrance was enjoyable, but all I could think of was the little old women who came to play bridge at my grandmother’s house. It was a scent of roses, heavy and overbearing, and I wanted to vomit.

“Alicia, we’re meeting in five minutes in the board room,” Eileen said in passing which didn’t give me a chance to tell her I was bowing out as soon as Harrison returned.

I stood, rolled my eyes at Angelina, and grabbed the file. The board room as right around the corner from my station, so I took my time getting there and slid into a seat just as Eileen moved to close the door.

The Sweetest Gift

If you were given the chance to have one wish, do you know what you’d choose? Would you ask for world peace, or for hunger to never exist? Maybe you’d want to cure fatal diseases like cancer.

What if you were told that you’re choice would not come without consequence? That what you choose today could alter your tomorrow. Would that alter your decision?

And what would you do if the message was delivered by a fairy? Would you embrace the gift you were being offered? Would be believe your eyes?

As I look to the coming holidays, I think of the many gifts I’ve been blessed with in my life. I wonder what I would choose if I were visited by my Fairy Godmother. I like to believe she’s out there watching and protecting me, and the truth is, I really don’t know what I would ask for.

The last year has flown by in a whirlwind, and life is good. I’ve been blessed with many things. I have a job I actually enjoy, a hobby that keeps me busy and allows me to share my stories with the world.

I have a husband who tries to please me every day, three beautiful children who are healthy, and friends who get me. I’m healthy, happy, and well-loved. What more could a girl want?

While my children dream of a visit from St, Nicholas, I will celebrate Yule (the birth of the Sun). This year, I’m going to try my hand at making an actual Yule Log while I sip my mulled cider and sing the holiday classics I grew up with. And when I look up at the night sky and see the stars twinkling, I’m going to smile and thank the Goddess that my Fairy Godmother has a place within the heavens to keep watch over my family and me.

So from my home to yours…..

&

I’ll be giving a PDF copy of The Sweetest Gift to one lucky person who comments on this blog post. And be sure to check out www.decadentpublishing.com to buy it tomorrow December 2, 2011. The story is also available in the Yule Be Mine Anthology Volume 1 (Print Book Only) also at Decadent!!!!!!

Temptation Thursday 7

Sinful Desires, a work in progress.....today's tidbit is not hot and steamy, but I still hope you like it.

The air was laden with a soft clean fragrance when she entered her room. It had been cleaned in her absence, the bed turned down and fresh towels adorned the rack in the bathroom. Kennedy enjoyed the fact that she hadn’t lifted a finger for any of those things to happen. Her good mood was short lived when she picked up an envelope that had been slipped under her door and immediately recognized the handwriting.

“Damn it!” she said out loud. The cat was out of the bag. She pulled her cell phone from her pocket and dialed. “Hello, Mother.”

“Kennedy, darling, you had me worried sick.” Debra’s voice was higher pitched than she remembered. “What in carnation are you doing in Las Vegas?”

“How did you find me?” Kennedy didn’t hide the annoyance in her voice. “Did John tell you where I was?”

“No,” her mother responded. “I haven’t spoken to your brother recently. You know how he is, going off on his little missions all the time.”

“Then how did you know where I was?” Kennedy asked.

Debra laughed, and it made Kennedy’s skin crawl. “I have my ways.” There was a pause and Kennedy heard her whisper something in the background. “When do you plan on coming back home?”

“I don’t.” It was useless to beat around the bush with her mother. She’d find out the truth anyway.

She heard the sound of ice cubes in a glass. “That’s absurd. You’re life is in Georgia.”

“No,” Kennedy began, “The life you’ve chosen for me in is Georgia. I’m searching for my own path.”

“What about your job? Your family?” Her mother whined.

Kennedy sighed. “I quit my job, and I’ve found a new one here.” She glanced at the clock beside the bed. “Look, you don’t have to understand. I’m just asking you to let me spread my wings a little.” There was a click followed by a buzzing in her ear. “Hello, mom, hello?” Kennedy hit end on her cell and threw it on the bed. “Damn it!” she yelled into the air.