NovelTalk March 2008 Newsletter

New Contemporary Fiction Releases

Having Justin's Baby by Pamela Bauer, Bundles of Joy, Harlequin Superromance #1481, ISBN: 9780373714810

There's no turning back once Paige makes a colossal mistake that could cost her the best friend she's ever had. How can life possibly stay the same for her and Justin after they spend one passionate night together? If only her fiancé hadn't run off with another woman. And if only Justin hadn't been there to comfort her when she'd been so utterly vulnerable....

But now she's pregnant and Paige can't turn back the clock and things couldn't get any more complicated. Because this innocent little baby puts a whole new spin on the term "just friends."

The Marine's Baby by Rogenna Brewer, Bundes of Joy: 9 Months Later, Harlequin Superromance #1478, ISBN: 9780373714780

In just a few months Caitlin Calhoun went from a wife to a widow to a mother-to-be. All she'd wanted was to honor her dead husband by having his baby. But that's not what she got. Thanks to an unfortunate mix-up, her child's father is her husband's half brother, Lucky. So how does she break the news that he's about to become a father?

Family is the last thing the war-toughened Marine expected to have--not with all the bad blood in his own. But Lucky would never turn his back on a child…or the woman who's given him a second chance.

Goin' Down To Georgia by Ann DeFee, Harlequin American Romance, ISBN: 9780373752065

Magnolia Bluffs, Georgia appears to be the perfect small Southern town. But appearances can be deceptive. There's trouble afoot--vandalism and perhaps even murder.

Zack is a California detective who arrives in Magnolia Bluffs to investigate what's happening with his family's real estate development. That means dealing with Liza Henderson, a widow and one of the partners in the deal. But Liza's not your typical belle. She's wacky, passionate, charming, and unlike any woman Zack's ever met.

Although their initial meeting isn't love-or even like-at first sight, they're experiencing an incredible chemistry. Will the real estate riddle turn into the case of the California Cop and the southern widow?

The Horseman's Son by Delores Fossen, Five-Alarm Babies, Harlequin Intrigue, ISBN: 9780373693177

From the moment he first saw his son, ranchman Dylan Greer knew the baby he'd adopted was his in every way that mattered. And no one--not even the beautiful, strong-willed cop who claimed she was the child's mother--was going to change that. Collena Drake swore a criminal ring had stolen her baby and that someone was crossing every line to keep the illegal adoption secret. Now, in order to protect one innocent child, Collena made him a tempting offer: get married and share custody. As a businessman, Dylan thought the plan brilliant. But as a man…resisting his "bride," especially as the danger mounted, would be damn near impossible.

Fully Engaged by Abby Gaines, Harlequin NASCAR, ISBN: 0373217870

Who's the Boss?

All Sandra Jacobs wants to do is save her PR firm from going bankrupt, which means she must find a sponsor for NASCAR driver Will Branch. But Will's team owner, the notoriously aloof, very bossy and downright gorgeous Gideon Taney, has his own ideas about the team's future.

The Diaper Diaries by Abby Gaines, Harlequin Superromance, ISBN: 0373714807

Gorgeous single philanthropist Tyler Warrington doesn’t do empathy--he writes checks. Giving away millions is all part of a plan to schmooze into a big-shot government job. So when a baby is left at his doorstep, it’s the PR opportunity of a lifetime! One problem: who’s going to take care of the diapers and drool until Tyler can track down the kid’s mother? It could only be the do-gooder pediatrician who’s been hounding him for funding: Bethany Hart.

But the sizzling attraction between them is causing cracks in Tyler’s armor. Is the so-called most caring man in the South actually starting to care?

“Abby Gaines brings heart and humor to every page, tying them together with a powerful story”
-- New York Times best-selling author Shirley Jump

And There Are Girls You Marry by Tina Gallagher, The Wild Rose Press, ISBN: 1-601542216

Ten years have passed since Dan broke Sabrina's heart and crushed her faith in men. Now he wants her back, but can he get her to see beyond his old playboy persona to the man he's become?

What Looks Like Crazy by Charlotte Hughes, Jove, ISBN: 0515144231

Psychologist Kate Holly's own life has become the stuff of intensive therapy. She's divorcing Jay, her gorgeous firefighter husband, who is perfect except for his tendency to put his life on the line. Her eccentric secretary lures in clients with promises of free manicures. Her junk-art-collecting mother and aunt have erected a vaguely sexual sculpture in her front yard. And, her psychiatrist ex-boyfriend refers patients to her in return for information on the color of her panties.

Struggling to keep her sanity gets harder every day, especially when Kate starts getting bombarded with mysterious threats that could be from just about any lunatic in Atlanta. She's treated them all. And the only person who can help Kate is the one man who always makes her lose her mind--and her heart....

Texas-Sized Secrets by Elle James, Harlequin Intrigue, ISBN: 9780373693191

At five months pregnant, Mona Grainger was facing danger on all fronts. With cattle rustlers driving her ranch to ruin, she needed a man ready for long hours and hard work. Enter Reed Bryson, who could ride, rope, kiss...and certainly handle a gun.

His new boss may have depended on him more than she'd liked, but Reed wasn't hired to do her dirty work. She could do that herself. He was there to defend her land and cool down the hot-headed sheriff, whose advances threatened everything Mona held dear. Now the lone cowboy had more than his honor to uphold--he had a petite, pregnant powerhouse running his senses wild.

The Sheik and the Pregnant Bride by Susan Mallery, Silhouette Special Edition, ISBN: 0373248857

Maggie Collins had come to the exotic kingdom of El Deharia to restore Prince Qadir's antique car...not to get married. The no-frills mechanic had been burned by love before, and marriage--even to a seductive sheik--didn't top her agenda. But then Qadir made her an offer she should have refused.

It was meant to be a temporary engagement…until Maggie discovered she was pregnant. Now Qadir was honor-bound to give Maggie and her child the protection of his name. He never expected her to sweep him off his feet. Would there be a royal wedding after all?

Wyoming Manhunt by Ann Voss Peterson, Harlequin Intrigue, ISBN: 9780373693160

Cop turned rancher Jace Lantry had no idea how Shanna Clarke--a seemingly law-abiding single mother--ended up on the run from a rifle-wielding boss hell-bent on killing her. But when Shanna came to him, desperate for help, one look in her emerald eyes and Jace was powerless to resist. As the manhunt across Wyoming intensified, the more Jace believed in Shanna's claims of being framed. The question was, why was she a target? Now with both of them being hunted, Jace knew the quiet future he desired was no longer possible thanks to the deadly repercussions of this tempting woman's past.

In Name Only? by Patricia Rosemoor, The McKenna Legacy, Harlequin Intrigue, ISBN: 9780373693146

Dark-haired and distinguished, Michael Eagan caught everyone's eye, but none more so than Flanna McKenna. Even Flanna's parents couldn't resist playing matchmaker, desiring nothing more than a son-in-law to continue their heritage. But Michael was really an investigator out to catch a thief, in her life by design. Yet the fire he ignited in Flanna led her to accept his proposition of a mock marriage. It started as an arrangement of convenience, but Michael's rough charms were nothing compared to the magic Flanna spun.

After all, it was her legacy....

The Pilot's Woman by Ann Roth, Harlequin American, ISBN: 9780373752089

It's déjà vu when Liza Miller boards D.J. Hatcher's seaplane for Halo Island. How could she forget the handsome pilot who had whisked her away from heartbreak three years ago? And clearly he hasn't forgotten her. But D.J. has also been burned by love, and Liza isn't ready to risk her heart again...

The last time they met, Liza was a jilted bride in need of a shoulder to cry on. Now she's someone who deserves a second chance...just like D.J. Can he convince Liza it's time to stop flying solo? That she belongs here with him on the island they both love--as his woman and his wife?

Wildfire by Roxanne Rustand, Snow Canyon Ranch Trilogy, Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense, ISBN: 9780373442812

Josh Bryant was back in tiny Wolf Creek. Which meant tour guide Tessa McAllister now had more to fear than drought, wildfire and underhanded rivals. Years ago the handsome photojournalist had broken her heart, leaving her with a secret to harbor alone. And now he was back in her town. Distracting her. Making her remember what they'd shared. But someone was watching them, waiting for the moment to strike. Someone dead set on destroying their hope for a second chance.

Be My Babies by Kathryn Shay, Bundles of Joy: Twins, Harlequin Superromance #1479, ISBN: 9780373714797

A small town called Fairview is Lily Wakefield's last stop--there's nowhere left to go. Maybe here she can finally stop running and start a new life. Which just might include Simon McCarthy, the newspaperman and single father who's starting to make her believe in love again.

Just as she and Simon start becoming a real family that includes her baby twins and his daughter, Lily's past catches up with her. And that past could rob her of her chance at happiness.

Another Man's Baby by Kay Stockham, Harlequin Superromance, ISBN: 0373714777

Garret Tulane is Darcy Rhodes’s personal knight in shining armor. Not only did he rescue her from being stranded in the middle of a snowstorm, but he’s also given her a place to stay. His close family ties and his caring support create the secure home life she wants to give her unborn child.

That security is an illusion, however. Despite the growing closeness between Darcy and Garret, she knows he has obligations and commitments that don’t include her--or another man’s baby. But feeling as she does, when the time comes, will she be able to walk away?

Beyond His Control by Stephanie Tyler, Harlequin Blaze, ISBN: 037379388X

Assistant District Attorney Ava Turkowski knows about leading a dangerous life--her father was a risk taker who died in the line of duty and her beloved brother is taking just as many chances. Now a high profile case has landed Ava herself in the crosshairs--and the only man standing between her and certain death is the one she can’t forget.

Justin Brandt was Ava’s brother’s best friend, her protector during her wild-child teenage years...and the object of her hottest fantasies. Now he’s a highly trained Navy SEAL with a body to die for and he’s been tasked with keeping Ava alive. Which means keeping her close--the closer the better....

Baby, I'm Yours by Carrie Weaver, Bundles of Joy, Harlequin SuperRomance, ISBN: 9780373714766

Widowed and pregnant, Becca has to believe this baby was her beloved husband Gabe's last gift to her. No way could the child belong to Rick Jensen, her husband's best friend--and the man with whom she shared one night. But she has her doubts.

So does Rick. He's not ready to give up on the prospect of being a father--or of becoming more than just a friend to Becca. He may never be able to replace what she had with Gabe, but maybe he can do the right thing and raise Gabe's child as his own. Then another question starts to haunt him. Could he raise his child as Gabe's?

The Italian Tycoon and the Nanny by Rebecca Winters, Harlequin, ISBN: 9780373175000

A new daddy to his orphaned nephew, Massimo needs help. Bringing the baby's beautiful aunt Julie Marchant to Italy as a nanny seems the perfect solution.

Plucked from her quiet, suburban existence, Julie is a fish out of water in Massimo's glamorous, wealthy world. But she's thrilled to be part of her nephew's life, even if it means being the hired help! More of a challenge is spending every day with Massimo, trying desperately to ignore her attraction to this brooding tycoon....

New Historical Fiction Releases

A Reason to Sin by Maureen McKade, Berkley Publishing, ISBN: 9780425220597

A former well-to-do young woman winds up alone, homeless, and desperate to get her son back. Little does she know that she'll encounter a man destined to change the course of her life.

"As she completes the Forrester Brothers trilogy McKade plays on the heartstrings like a virtuoso."
-- Kathe Robin, RT BOOKReviews Magazine

Bedding the Baron by Deborah Raleigh, Zebra, ISBN: 0821780441

Only the most damnable curiosity could compel Fredrick Smith to seek the truth about the father who abandoned him. And only a torrential storm could force him to stop at an inn en route. But a treasure he finds there...a raven-haired beauty whose drab attire can't disguise her latent sensuality. And soon Fredrick's most pressing need is to melt Mrs. Portia Walker's icy reserve, and make her smile, sigh, and cry out with passion...

From the moment Fredrick enters Portia's inn--wet clothes clinging to sleek muscles, angelic features, shimmering gray eyes--she is vibrantly aware of the danger he presents. Portia was almost ruined once, and swore that no man would control her destiny again. But vows are no match for a desire that could be pure folly--or the most exquisite bliss.

New Paranormal Fiction Releases

The Devil's Footprints by Amanda Stevens, Mira Books, ISBN: 9780778325307

The footprints were etched in the snow for miles, passing through walls and crossing rivers...appearing on the other side as though no barrier could stop them.

In 1922 a farmer in Adamant, Arkansas, awakes to a noise on his roof and finds his snow-blanketed yard marked with thousands of cloven footprints. The prints vanish with the melting snow...only to reappear seventy years later near the gruesome killing of Rachel DeLaune.

Years after her sister’s unsolved murder, New Orleans tattoo artist Sarah DeLaune is haunted by the mysteries of her past. Sarah has always believed that her sister was killed by a man named Ashe Cain. But no one else had ever seen Ashe. He had “appeared” to Sarah when she needed a friend the most, only to vanish on the night of her sister’s murder.

The past bleeds into the present when two mutilated bodies are found near Sarah’s home, the crime scene desecrated by cloven footprints.

Blackness Tower by Lillian Stewart Carl, Juno Books, ISBN: 09572028

Blackness Tower: an enigma at the edge of this world, looking over the sea to the next. Drawing lonely, haunted souls to its ancient riddles, all seeking their own answers among its stones. Ewan Calder is an archaeologist looking for a galleon from the Spanish Armada, one rumored to have wrecked on the rugged Scottish coast. Magnus Anderson is a television presenter looking for proof of the paranormal. David Sutherland is an ex-soldier looking for restoration not only of Blackness Tower, but of his own life. Lauren Reay is looking for answers about her family’s mysterious past--and about her own compelling dreams. Dreams can’t hurt you, she thinks. Neither can her ancestors. The past is past.

But no. It is Lauren’s past, her presence, the shape of her face, the depths of her spirit, that will open the secret at the heart of Blackness Tower.

"Romantic and atmospheric, Blackness Tower is pure reading pleasure."
Mary Jo Putney, author of A Distant Magic

New Erotic Fiction Releases

Unleashing The Storm by Sydney Croft, Delta, ISBN: 0385340818

There’s a storm rising. Electricity crackles in the air. For Kira Donovan, it’s that time of year again: when the need floods her flesh, when almost any man--the bigger and the stronger the better--will do. For Kira, an animal psychic, the heat is a matter of life and death, and this year it has come at just the right time. Tom Knight, a natural born predator, has arrived at her isolated Idaho farm--for reasons all his own…

At first Kira isn’t interested in Knight’s motives. She only needs him--his body, his hands, his scent. But soon, through a daze of desire and distrust, Kira discovers Knight’s world--the world of a covert operative, one man among dozens of secret agents waging an astonishing global war. Knight’s mission is to bring Kira--kicking and screaming if necessary--into the Agency for Covert Rare Operatives and harness her extraordinary gift. He never expected the powerful emotions she would ignite in him, or the fierce desire to keep her safe from harm. For as darkness gathers around them, Kira is feeling the heat once again, leading them both on a wild ride of delicious thrills…and terror beyond imagining.

The Hotline by Cathryn Fox, NAL, ISBN: 978-0451223050

Burning up inside? Feeling that fire down below? Call The Hot Line... Dial 555-HEAT

It’s The Hot Line, an on-call service that dispatches totally authentic, fully equipped firemen to explore the secret fantasies of women in need. What an irresistible dare for three best friends feeling the heat...

Reporter Sara Jack has the Fever to do a story on The Hot Line. There’s no better man to help with research than Mitch Adams. The solid stud is all pro, but in Sara he’s met a woman willing to fulfill one of his fantasies--if they’re ready to accept what comes next. The Siren has sounded and shy lingerie designer Jenna Powers is finally ready for a real man to tamp her desires, break through her inhibitions, and show her the naughty side of love. Enter Dean Beckman--again and again. For sous chef Megan Wagner, a Flash Fire has the sparks to change her life--especially with someone like Brady Wade to put it out. In and out of uniform, he’s driving her wild, but her fear of commitment could drive him away...

New Releases from Moonglade Marketing Authors

Hit And Miss by Alexis Fleming Total-E-Bound Publishing ISBN: 978-1906590031	Lust Detector by Ann Cory Total-E-Bound Publishing ISBN: 978-1906328863
Fortune's Deception by Karen Erickson Samhain Publishing ISBN: 1599988852	Conquering Jazz by McKenna Jeffries Liquid Silver Books ISBN: 978-1595784308
I Take Thee by Red Garnier Liquid Silver Books ISBN: 978-1595784209	Learn more about these books at Moonglade Marketing

New Releases from Total-e-Bound Authors

Bound Brits Anthology featuring Sierra Cartwright, Portia Da Costa, Lisabet Sarai, Barbara Huffert, Cassidy Ryan, & Dakota Rebel ISBN: 978-1906328924	Uniform Behaviour: Melting the Minerals by C.S. Chatterly ISBN: 978-1906328900
Confessions of a Nympho by Ashley Ladd ISBN: 9781906328979	Learn more about these books at *Total E-Bound Books*

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Still Available

CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY
Mr. Unforgettable by Karina Bliss Harlequin Superromance ISBN: 9780373714759	*The Dad Next Door* by C.J. Carmichael Harlequin Superromance ISBN: 0373714718	Unexpected Bride by Lisa Childs Harlequin American ISBN: 0373752024
CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY
Newborn Conspiracy by Delores Fossen Harlequin Intrigue ISBN: 978-0373693115	Forbidden Touch by Paula Graves Harlequin Intrigue ISBN: 9780373693139	Set Up With the Agent by Lori Harris Harlequin Intrigue ISBN: 9780373693122
CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY
Under His Skin by Rita Herron Nighthawk Island Harlequin Intrigue ISBN: 9780373693108	*Caitlin's Cowboy* by Barbara McMahon Home on the Ranch Harlequin Superromance ISBN: 9780373714728	*Rescued by the Sheikh* by Barbara McMahon Harlequin Romance ISBN: 0373174942
CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY
The Right Mr. Wrong by Cindi Myers Harlequin American ISBN: 9780373752034	Freefall by JoAnn Ross Signet ISBN: 9780451223203	*Vendetta* by Roxanne Rustand Love Inspired Suspense Steeple Hill ISBN: 9780373442775
CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY	CONTEMPORARY
*Texas Bluff* by Linda Warren Texas Hold 'Em Harlequin Superromance ISBN: 037371470X	*The Brother Returns* by Jeannie Watt Harlequin Superromance ISBN: 0373714742	Point Blank Protector by Joanna Wayne Harlequin Intrigue ISBN: 0373693085
PARANORMAL	EROTIC	EROTIC
Solar Heat by Susan Kearney Tor ISBN: 0765358441	Pleasure Exchange by Cathryn Fox Avon Red ISBN: 0060898577	3 Brides for 3 Bad Boys by Lucy Monroe Kensington Brava ISBN: 0758208634
MOONGLADE MARKETING
Zora’s Chance: A Trescott Cove Story by Aliyah Burke Red Rose Publishing ISBN: 9781604351002	Moonglade Marketing	Dream Traveler by Adele Dubois Ellora’s Cave ISBN: 9781419914720
Miss Predictable by Kelly Ethan Freya’s Bower ISBN: 9781934069912	Moonglade Marketing	Amatista by Red Garnier Ellora's Cave
TOTAL-e-BOUND eBOOKS
Conquest of a Fairy by Marie Haynes ISBN: 9781906328726	Total-e-Bound eBooks	Sweet Topping by Carol Lynne ISBN: 9781906328870
In Bear’s Bed by Carol Lynne ISBN: 9781906328757	Total-e-Bound eBooks	Karaoke at the Tumbleweed by Carol Lynne ISBN: 9781906328795

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April 2008

CONTEMPORARY

Matchmaking with a Mission by B.J. Daniels
Mothers of the Year by Anna DeStefano, Lori Handeland and Rebecca Winters
Baby Steps by Anna DeStefano
Baby Be Mine by Eve Gaddy
Positive ID by Kathleen Long
72 Hours by Dana Marton
I'll Be Watching You by Tracy Montoya
More Than Words Volume 4 by Kathleen O'Brien
A Man Worth Keeping by Molly O'Keefe
Return of the Wild Son by Cynthia Thomason
A Kiss to Remember by Kimberly Van Meter
Loving the Enemy by Pat White
Mothers of the Year by Rebecca Winters

HISTORICAL

A Knight's Reward by Catherine Kean

EROTIC

Pleasing the Messenger by C.S. Chatterly
Vows of a Vampire by Ann Cory
Intimate Art by Adele Dubois
Tempted by Cathryn Fox
Magical Seduction with Cathryn Fox
Wild Fantasies by Ashley Ladd

May 2008

CONTEMPORARY

Peak Performance by Helen Brenna
The Wedding Party by Lisa Childs
Second Chance Cowboy by B.J. Daniels
The Family Next Door by Jacqueline Diamond
Anything For Her Children by Darlene Gardner
His Secret Past by Ellen Hartman
America the Beautiful by Laura Hayden
The Man Behind the Cop by Janice Kay Johnson
A Small Town Temptation by Terry McLaughlin
Baby By Contract by Debra Salonen
Taking the Heat by Kathryn Shay
The Italian Playboy's Secret Son by Rebecca Winters

HISTORICAL

The Scorpion & The Seducer by Bonnie Vanak

PARANORMAL

Gone with the Witch by Annette Blair
Darkness Everlasting by Alexandra Ivy

EROTIC

Ask for It by Sylvia Day

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Author News

Congrats to NovelTalk authors HelenKay Dimon, Maureen McKade, Patricia Rosemoor, and Ann Roth for receiving 4 1/2 Top Picks in the March issue from Romantic Times BOOKreviews Magazine!

Ann Cory’s novel Next Floor Naughty finished in the top ten of the P&E Polls for Best Erotic Novel 2007

Taige Crenshaw's book God Style Temptation was chosen by the FAR angels as a February 2008 favorite cover.

Diane Gaston's Romantic Times article, On Researching with Google Maps, is now available at the Romantic Times website Read how Diane used Google Maps to research her January 2008 release, The Vanishing Viscountess.

McKenna Jeffries has joined the author group Simply Irresistible Authors and will be blogging on Thursdays on the group blog.

Catherine Kean's medieval historical romance, A Knight's Vengeance, won second place in the Historical Category of Lake Country Romance Writers’ 2007 Barclay Gold Contest. Catherine's medieval, My Lady's Treasure, is a finalist in the historical category of Southern Magic RWA's 2008 Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence. Also, the cover of A Knight's Vengeance--which features male model C. J. Hollenbach--is a finalist in the Anne-Bonney Readers' Choice Award Best Cover Contest!

Sylvie Kurtz congratulates Linda Chaput from Canada, the February winner of a signed copy of Spirit of a Hunter and Honor of a Hunter as well as a decorative tile.

Julie Miller is thrilled to announce that she's been asked to participate in Harlequin Intrigue's 2009 continuity series, Kenner County Crime Unit. 2009 marks Intrigue's 25th anniversary, and this series will feature several of Intrigue's favorite authors.

Ann Roth sends congratulations to Jennifer Handke, February contest winner of a free, autographed book!

Susan Vaughn sends congratulations to Patricia Z of Yonkers, NY, for winning Susan's latest contest. Pat received a gift certificate to the online bookstore of her choice.

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March 5, 9:00 p.m., Join Maureen McKade in the NovelTalk chat room.

March 6, 9:00 p.m., Join Roxanne Rustand in the NovelTalk chat room.

March 8, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Lauren Royal will be signing books all day Saturday, March 8 at the Los Angeles Irish Fair & Music Festival in Pomona, California at the Fairplex at the Pomana Fairgrounds. Look for her in the vendor's area at the Tea & Sympathy booth.

March 12 9:00 p.m., Join Ashley Ladd in the NovelTalk chat room.

March 13, 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Alexis Fleming will be joining the authors from Total-e-bound Publishing over at Night Owl Romance.

March 15, 2:00 p.m. -4:00 p.m. Kay Stockham will kick off her new series from Superromance with a booksigning at Waldenbooks in the Ashland Town Center in Ashland KY.
Location: Waldenbooks

March 17th 9:00 p.m. Come chat with the Writeminded Authors including Stephanie Tyler & Amy Knupp. It's fun and friendly and relaxed. Learn about our latest releases and more!

March 22, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Patricia Sargeant and Kay Stockham will sign their current releases at the Barnes & Noble, Pickerington, Ohio.
Time Zone: Eastern

March 29, 3:30 p.m., Catherine Kean will be signing copies of her medieval historical romances A Knight's Vengeance and My Lady's Treasure at a multi-author book signing held at the Jacksonville Marriott to benefit Jacksonville Public Libraries. Jacksonville, FLA

April, various days/times, Sylvie Kurtz will be teaching a month-long workshop titled, Layering the Story Concept at the Writers Online website.

April 4-6, Vicki Lewis Thompson will present a workshop titled "What's So Funny" at the Desert Dreams Writer's Conference.

April 5, 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Linda Style and Vicki Lewis Thompson will be signing their latest books at the Desert Dreams Writer's Conference at the Crown Plaza San Marcos Golf Resort and Hotel in Chandler, Arizona.

April 17 6:00 p.m., Lillian Stewart Carl will appear at the Mystery Lovers Bookshop in Oakmont, PA (514 Allegheny River Blvd).

April 16-20 NovelTalk Authors attending and participating in the Romantic Times BOOKlovers Convention include:

Jessica Andersen

Lillian Stewart Carl

Kathleen Coddington

Anna DeStefano

HelenKay Dimon

Delores Fossen

Charlotte Hubbard
aka Melissa MacNeal

Elle James

Kathleen Long

Joy Nash

Robin D Owens

Brenda Novak

Bonnie Vanak

Rebecca York

April 25-57 various times, Laura Hayden will speak at the Pikes Peak Writers Conference.

April 26 9:00 a.m., Lillian Stewart Carl will be appearing on a panel titled CSI: Malice, Policework and Forensics-Solved! at Malice Domestic, held at the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Arlington VA.
City: Arlington

May 10, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Catherine Kean will be signing her newest release at the Barnes & Noble on Sand Lake Road in Orlando FL.

May 24, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Lauren Royal will be signing books all day at the Costa Mesa Highland Games in Costa Mesa, CA at the Orange County Fairgrounds. Look for her in the vendor's area at the Tea & Sympathy booth.

June 21, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Lauren Royal will be signing books all day at the Great American Irish Fair & Music Festival in Irvine, California at the Irvine Meadows Fairgrounds. Look for her in the vendor's area at the Tea & Sympathy booth.

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Contests and Special Offers

The following groups have ongoing contests each month. Check out their websites for the latest chance to win great stuff!

Intrigue Authors SuperRomance Authors

Watch for our weekly contests at NovelTalk as well!

Erin Aislinn asks you to vote for your favorite among last month’s weekly featured book covers on her website and you will be automatically entered to win the book with the most votes. Ongoing.

Lacey Alexander is giving away autographed copies of her books Seven Nights of Sin, Voyeur, and City Heat to one lucky winner! Visit her contest page for more details. Contest ends April 25.

Toni Blake is giving away autographed copies of Tempt Me Tonight and Swept Away, along with items from her Cafe Press store. Enter today! Contest ends April 25.

C.S. Chatterly will hold several contests to celebrate her upcoming releases for the entire year; only for those who are on her newsletter list can win. To sign up, go to her website. Ongoing.

Linda Conrad is celebrating both romance and her upcoming 2008 releases by giving away her three favorite things! A book. A box of Godiva. And a $30.00 Barnes and Noble gift certificate. Three other winners will also receive a signed copy of one of Linda's backlist! Visit her contest page for more details. Contest ends Mar 31.

Ann Cory wants to know if you're looking to thrill the one you’re with? What better way to get your spring on than with a Sexy Thrills Kit--guaranteed to spice up your nights. All members of Ann's newsletter list are eligible each month. Contest ends March 31st. To sign up, click here.

Enter Sydney Croft's current contest to be eligible to win a signed copy of Riding The Storm and a signed ARC of Hot Nights, Dark Desires. Contest ends Mar 31.

Feeling the need for something deliciously yummy? Scoot on over to Ann DeFee’s website to win a box of decadent Texas pralines and an autographed copy of the second book in her Georgia series, Goin’ Down to Georgia--available in mid-March. Contest ends Apr 1.

Renee Field is pleased to announce that one lucky winner, randomly selected, will receive a free electronic copy of Sweet and Spicy Spells. Sign up for her newsletter today and you be that lucky winner.

This month Alexis Fleming is giving away a $25.00 gift certificate to Moonglade Gifts. Choose a gift for someone special or indulge yourself. Something for everyone- glowing garden and home accents, lamps, lanterns, wind chimes, candles, beach towels, beauty products and jewelry, just to name a few. Check it out! Click here to enter. Contest ends Mar 29.

Cathryn Fox will be giving away a download of Ellora's Cave Season of Seduction 3, and a deck of Ellora's Cave playing cards. For a chance to win, head over to her website and sign up for her newsletter. Contest ends Mar 31.

Diane Gaston: On the heels of The Vanishing Viscountess release, Diane is offering a new contest. The lucky winner will receive a signed copy of Kathryn Caskie's book, How to Seduce a Duke as well as a copy of Diane's The Mysterious Miss M. Two great books that each started an acclaimed Regency-set series. Visit her contest page for more information. Contest ends March 30.

Laura Hayden invites you to take a sneak peak at her next book, America the Beautiful, a timely novel about the rise and possible fall of a fictional first female President. Read the excerpt and enter her contest to win an advanced reading copy.

Charlotte Hughes' What Looks Like Crazy Kick-Off Party -- 5 people who have answered the book question correctly will receive the Crabtree & Evelyn gifts! Hurry and enter. Contest ends Mar 15.

McKenna Jeffries has monthly contests for her newsletter subscribers. To enter, sign up for her newsletter and be automatically entered in her contest for a chance to win different prizes each month!

Ready for spring? Julia Justiss is offering a contest prize that will dramatically improve your opinion of snow--a beauty houseplant called Euphorbia “Diamond Frost.” Though bred as an annual bedding plant, it also flourishes indoors, where it will flower for months. To learn more about the plant, visit White Flower Farms nursery. To enter the contest, visit Julia's website. Contest ends Apr. 15.

Win a signed copy of Catherine Kean’s medieval A Knight's Reward, due in bookstores in April and book two of her Knight’s Series. Two contest winners will be drawn. To enter, subscribe to Catherine’s announcement-only email list. Winners will be randomly drawn on Sunday, April 20.

Sylvie Kurtz: Win a signed copy of Eye of a Hunter and a decorative tile.. Visit Sylvie's website for more details.

Ashley Ladd will award one download of one of her books to a lucky poster on her blog. To be entered in the drawing, post at least one comment during the month. The winner will be announced the first weekend of the new month. Please visit her blog. Ongoing.

Susan Mallery's got a great contest on her website every month so be sure to drop by for a chance to win goodies!

Dana Marton is offering her readers a chance to win the top 5 books on their wish lists. For rules and entry form, please visit Dana's website. Contest ends March 31.

Julianne MacLean is giving away a romantic coffee mug and a copy of her hard-to-find, out-of-print debut novel, Prairie Bride, which was published by Harlequin in 2000. Enter before March 31 to win!

Stop by Susan Mallery's website and enter her monthly contest. You could win a gift card from Bath & Body or Barnes & Noble and a book from Susan's backlist! Contest ends Mar 31.

Answer this month's question for a chance to win an autographed copy of Joy Nash's USA Today bestselling novel Immortals: The Awakening, along with a package of the heroine's favorite junk food! Contest ends Mar 31.

Diane Pershing loves to give away books from her backlist! So enter her contest, one time a month only, and you might receive a lost treasure!

Ann Roth offers a monthly drawing for a free autographed book from her backlist. The next drawing is Mar 31. Visit her contest page for more information.

Win a sterling silver claddagh necklace! To celebrate the release of her newest historical romance, The Art of Temptation, Lauren Royal is giving away the necklace featured in the story and pictured on the book's back cover! One winner per month through March 2008.

Patricia Sargeant runs monthly Reader Appreciation Contests on her website. Correctly, answer the trivia question and you can win a prize. Contest ends Mar 31.

In celebration of Kathryn Shay's new "baby" book, she will give away a signed copy of Be My Babies and a silver frame for your own personal baby. Visit her contest page for more details.

Jan Springer invites you to her website to check out her monthly contests. Ongoing.

Enter to win a signed copy of April Star's debut novel, Tropical Warnings, plus a motor home stress reliever! Two winners will be randomly drawn on April 1, 2008.

To celebrate the start of her brand new five-book series titled The Tulanes of Tennessee, Kay Stockham is offering up a huge selection of prizes! Stop by her contest page and enter for your chance to win jewelry, gift cards, chocolates and more. Contest ends April 30.

Vicki Lewis Thompson says: "As many of you may have guessed, I’m a born optimist, and for me spring is all about optimism. With all that green and joy in the world, I immediately think of...George! That’s right, my rascally ADD dragon from Over Hexed, who’s green now but will hopefully one day earn his golden scales. So, for those of you who know and love George, or those who can’t wait to meet him, I’m offering two chances to win a George plush toy of your very own, and a personally autographed copy of Over Hexed to go with it!" Contest ends Mar 31.

Susan Vaughn: Enter Susan's new contest by answering a question. Winner of the drawing will receive one of Susan's recent books. Contest ends March 31.

To celebrate the release of her February book, Texas Bluff--fifth book in her "Texas Hold 'Em" series--Linda Warren is running a two month contest on her website. Join the fun and win prizes by guessing what's inside the box and look for errors on a postcard for more prizes. Contest ends March 31.

Joanna Wayne is running a contest to win a copy of Point Blank Protector. One random winner selected each month. Visit her website for more details.

Pat White's March contest will be an autographed copy of Silent Memories and a pair of pink Easter socks.

Andrea Wilder loves to give things away! Every month it's something different, which keeps things interesting. Click here to check out her READER REWARDS.

Rebecca York will hold the next random drawing on March 16 from the newsletter subscriber entrants to her New Year Contest. The winner will receive a small stuffed wolf plus a deck of playing cards showing the cover of New Moon, her most recent Berkley Sensation Moon book.

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