FEBRUARY
2010

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CONTEMPORARY FICTION


Quarterback Daddy
Linda Barrett

Harlequin Superromance

Suddenly The Parent

ISBN: 9780373716197

A party-loving sports figure is not an ideal parent in Alexis Brown's eyes. Too bad quarterback Dan Delito is the only parent her niece has. Alexis isn't in a position to raise the baby on her own which means she needs Dan's help. And that means she'll have to make nice with the unsuitable man. Fine.

Much to Alexis's surprise, however, Dan is good with his daughter. He also knows he needs help, so he convinces Alexis to act as a nanny until he gets this parenting thing down. And soon their uneasy friendship changes into an unlikely romance. But can a football player, a lawyer and a baby really make a family?

The P.I. Contest
C.J. Carmichael

Harlequin Superromance

The Fox & Fisher Detective Agency

ISBN: 9780373716173

Kate Cooper cut all ties to her NYPD precinct and dumped her cheating fiancé.

Jay Savage has gained custody of his teenage nephew and needs a stable job yesterday.

When both are offered the only available position at the Fox & Fisher Detective Agency, the obvious solution is to pit seasoned pro against amateur sleuth. And may the best investigator win. But what happens when this professional competition gets personal? There's no denying the attraction between these adversaries, but they have different dreams for the future. There's more on the line than a simple career change. In this contest, they're playing for the heart.

Shotgun Sheriff
Delores Fossen

Harlequin Intrigue

ISBN: 9780373694532
 

Comanche Creek's not big enough for two to investigate a murder. That's the feeling Texas Ranger Livvy Hutton gets when she's sent there as a forensic expert. Yes, she's horning in on Sheriff Reed Hardin's territory and can't ignore a distinct chill in the air between them. But according to evidence Livvy uncovers, she senses the cowboy cop's acting ornery to protect his good ol' boys from arrest for the murder. And backing off is not in her nature.

Then, just days into the investigation, Livvy detects bigger trouble: a mutual attraction she and Reed have no business acting on. A torrid affair could compromise the case...or spark some much needed--and very satisfying--cooperation!

Chicasaw County Captive
Paula Graves

Cooper Justice

Harlequin Intrigue

ISBN: 9780373694563

When someone tries to kidnap his daughter, Jefferson County D.A. Sam Cooper sees red. He wants little Maddy protected, at any cost. Even if that cost includes working with a distractingly attractive detective, Kristen Tandy. He knows Kristen wants to solve the case...so why does she try so hard to stay distant from him and his little girl? Remaining professional is something he fully understands, but the emotional-and physical-scars Kristen tries to hide make Sam deeply interested in turning things personal. And the more protection Kristen offers his daughter, the more her closely guarded vulnerability draws him in. Before long, as the truth of her past is slowly revealed, Sam realizes just how desperate someone is for her to remain silent....

Rodeo Bride
Myrna Mackenzie

Harlequin Romance

International Grooms

ISBN: 9780373176373

He needs a cowgirl to show him the ropes...

Injured out of the army, soldier Dillon Farraday is stunned to discover he's a dad. He can handle a battlefield--but not a bouncing baby boy!

Rodeo queen Colleen Applegate is the only one who can show him the ropes. When Dillon's son was left on her porch, she became stand-in mom to the boy. Now Dillon's got three weeks to pass daddy school with flying colors....

Flaherty's Crossing
Kaylin McFarren

Champagne Books

ISBN: 9781926681191
 

Successful yet emotionally stifled artist Kate Flaherty stands at the deathbed of her estranged father, conflicted by his morphine-induced confession exposing his part in her mother's death. While racing home, Kate's car mishap leads her to a soul-searching discussion with a lone diner employee, prompting Kate to confront the true reasons her marriage hangs in the balance. When her night takes an unexpected turn, however, she flees for her life, a life desperate for faith that can only be found through her ability to forgive.

Racing Hearts
featuring Vicki Lewis Thompson

Harlequin NASCAR anthology

ISBN: 9780373837403

A Calculated Risk

Car chief Roni Kenway has a plan. She'll save her racing team and (hopefully) convince her crew chief, Judd Timmons, that she's the perfect mix of business and pleasure. But will she coast down Victory Lane...or crash into the wall?

Powerhouse Rebecca York

Harlequin Intrigue

ISBN: 9780373694549

Test Subject: Matt Whitlock
Ability:
Thought manipulation
Weakness:
Shelley Young's sudden return--and the heartbreaking news of their four-year-old son's kidnapping

It had been five years since he'd last laid eyes on Shelley Young, but Colorado rancher Matt Whitlock would never forget the moment she'd left his ranch without a backward glance.

Now, with fear for his son's safety lying heavily in his heart, working together quickly became like old times--as did the rekindling of an attraction that had never really been extinguished. Following leads deep into the snowy mountains of South Dakota, Matt knew it was time to reveal the truth about his past...and its connection to bringing the little boy home.

PARANORMAL FICTION

Ecstasy Unveiled
Larissa Ione

Grand Central Publishing

Demonica Book 4

ISBN: 9780446556828
 

A Demon Enslaved... Lore is a Seminus half-breed demon who has been forced to act as his dark master’s assassin. Now to earn his freedom and save his sister’s life, he must complete one last kill. Powerful and ruthless, he’ll stop at nothing to carry out this deadly mission.

An Angel Tempted... Idess is an earthbound angel with a wild side sworn to protect the human Lore is targeting. She’s determined to thwart her wickedly handsome adversary by any means necessary--even if that means risking her vow of eternal chastity. But what begins as a simple seduction soon turns into a passion that leaves both angel and demon craving complete surrender.

Torn between duty and desire, Lore and Idess must join forces as they battle their attraction for each other. Because an enemy from the past is rising again--hellbent on vengeance and unthinkable destruction.

Blonde with a Wand
Vicki Lewis Thompson

Signet Eclipse

ISBN:  9780451228925

Sexy witch Anica Revere has one absolutely unwavering rule: never, under any circumstances, get involved with a man before telling him she's a witch. Still, what's one silly rule? Especially when the guy in question is as cute as Jasper Danes. But when Anica and Jasper have a spat, she breaks an even bigger rule of witchcraft and turns him into a cat. Bad news for him. Worse for her.

With Anica stripped of her powers for the witchy infraction, it's up to Jasper to undo the hex--but he never expected the hardest part of the bargain would be resisting Anica. The stakes are high, and the chemistry is off the charts. But what'll happen if Anica and Jasper both fall under the strongest spell of all--love?

Still Available

Perfect Partners?  C.J. Carmichael

Harlequin Superromance

ISBN: 9780373716111

The Sheriff of Silverhill  Carol Ericson

Harlequin Intrigue

ISBN: 9780373694518

Casefile: Canyon Creek, Wyoming
 Paula Graves

Cooper Justice
Harlequin Intrigue

ISBN:
9780373694501

Classified Cowboy
Mallory Kane

Harlequin Intrigue

ISBN: 9780373694471

The Socialite and the Bodyguard
Dana Marton

Harlequin Intrigue

ISBN: 9780373694464

Her Secret Fling
Sarah Mayberry

Harlequin Blaze

ISBN: 9780373795215

Skylar's Outlaw
Linda Warren

Harlequin Superromance

ISBN: 9780373716104
An Unlikely Setup
Margaret Watson

Harlequin Superromance

ISBN: 9780373716081

Mardi Gras
Lacey Alexander

Ellora's Cave

ISBN: 

9781419925818

COMING SOON

March 2010

CONTEMPORARY

  • What The Librarian Did by Karina Bliss

  • Receptionist Under Cover by C.J. Carmichael

  • Under the Gun by HelenKay Dimon

  • Rawhide Ranger by Rita Herron

  • Match Made in Court by Janice Kay Johnson

  • Killer Body by Mallory Kane

  • She's the One by Kay Stockham

  • Cowboy Delirium by Joanna Wayne
     

PARANORMAL

  • Try Me by Parker Blue

  • Mistress of the Underground by Lisa Childs

  • Jordan by Susan Kearney

  • Chick with a Charm by Vicki Lewis Thompson

April 2010

CONTEMPORARY

  • His Baby's Surprise by Lisa Childs

  • Gun-Shy Bride by B.J. Daniels

  • The Firefighter's Secret Baby by Anna DeStefano

  • Her Best Friend by Sarah Mayberry

  • Takedown by Julie Miller

  • Rocky Mountain Fugitive by Ann Voss Peterson

  • Saving Grace by Patricia Rosemoor

  • Bulletproof Guard by Kay Thomas

  • Trusting the Bodyguard by Kimberly Van Meter

  • Always a Temp by Jeannie Watt
     

AUTHOR NEWS
NovelTalk on the Air

NovelTalk introduces NovelTalk on the Air, a new series of podcasts that features excerpts from upcoming books from NovelTalk authors.

Listen to the podcasts here.  Or search for NovelTalk on iTunes.

Lacey Alexander is pleased to announce What She Needs was selected by Michelle Buonfiglio as one of the Top 10 Reads of the New Year at BarnesandNoble.com.
Toni Blake is happy to announce a new feature of ToniBlake.com: News & Notes. Readers can subscribe by email or RSS feed to have the latest news and other fun content delivered directly to them.
Helen Brenna is excited to announce that both her October Superromance, Next Comes Love, and her April NASCAR romance, From the Outside, have been nominated for Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Awards!
Sylvie Kurtz congratulates Kathy Barnes-Hemsworth of TN. She's the January contest winner of a signed copy of Silver Shadows and some stationery.
CALENDAR
Date Start Time Event
Feb 1-12 various Sylvie Kurtz presents an online workshop titled, "How To Grow a Story Spine."  Visit http://www.neorwa.com for more information and to register.
Feb 13 All day Lillian Stewart Carl will appear on panels, read, sign, and generally hang out with the F/SF fans of North Texas and beyond.  ConDFW: Crown Plaza Suites Dallas Park Central, 7800 Alpha Rd., Dallas, TX.
Feb 13 1:00 p.m. Join Lacey Alexander, Toni Blake, Kay Stockham and multiple other authors at this booksigning to celebrate Valentine's Day.  Barnes & Noble Westchester, Westchester, OH.
Feb 13 2:00 p.m. Join Jessica Andersen and friends at a Valentine's Day authors' panel, discussion, and booksigning. With cake :)  Borders Books, Farmington, CT.
Feb 23 - 24 various Doralynn Kennedy, author of Sleeping with Skeletons, is scheduled for an interview and chat at Long and Short Reviews on Tuesday, February 23, and Wednesday, February 24.
Mar 24 All day Parker Blue will be blogging at Riding with the Top Down all day about her latest book in the Demon Underground series.
Mar 27 See schedule Sylvie Kurtz will present a workshop on story concept as part of the New England Chapter's Let Your Imagination Take Flight Conference.  Sheraton Tara, Framingham, MA.
CONTESTS & SPECIAL OFFERS
Doralynn Kennedy, author of Sleeping with Skeletons, has two new contests beginning February 1, 2010. One contest will be running at Coffee Time Romance for the entire month of February. The second contest will be running at Long and Short Reviews. After February 1st, you can see Doralynn's contest page of her website for more details and exact dates. Her gift for both contests will be $20 gift cards for Amazon. She also has an interview and chat scheduled for Tuesday, February 23, and Wednesday, February 24 at Long and Short Reviews. Her previous contests are still running, so be sure to check out the details of those when you visit.
Lacey Alexander is giving away signed copies of Seven Nights of Sin, The Bikini Diaries, and her newest release, What She Needs.  Visit her contest page for more details.  Contest ends Apr 30.
Linda Barrett is celebrating the release of Quarterback Daddy with three months of contests. Enter in January. Enter in February. Enter in March. Three chances to win a $10.00 gift certificate to Barnes & Noble and a signed copy of any book from her backlist. Your choice!  Visit her website for more details.
Toni Blake is offering a prize pack that includes a signed copy of One Reckless Summer, a signed cover flat, and a tote bag and mug featuring the book's gorgeous cover. Visit her contest page for more details. Contest ends Apr 30.
In celebration of the upcoming release of book 2 in her Demon Underground series in March, Parker Blue is giving away a copy of the first book, Bite Me, on her website.  Ends Feb 28.
Lisa Childs is holds a new contest on her website each month. Be sure to check the contest page on her website to see which book(s) she's giving away this month.
Doralynn Kennedy will be giving away one e-book copy of Sleeping With Skeletons each month from November 2009 through March 2010. To enter, just leave a comment on any of the posts at her blog for that particular month. The link for her blog is on the contest page. On the last day of each month, she will announce the winner at her blog.  In March, Doralynn will pool all of the names entered and draw. The winner that month will receive a $25 gift certificate to Red Lobster. If there isn't a Red Lobster in your location, and you win, she will mail a $25 money order instead. If you have a PayPal account, she can also pay you through that. Good luck in the contests.
Doralynn Kennedy, author of Sleeping with Skeletons, has two new contests beginning February 1, 2010. One contest will be running at Coffee Time Romance for the entire month of February. The second contest will be running at Long and Short Reviews. After February 1st, you can see Doralynn's contest page of her website for more details and exact dates. Her gift for both contests will be $20 gift cards for Amazon. She also has an interview and chat scheduled for Tuesday, February 23, and Wednesday, February 24 at Long and Short Reviews. Her previous contests are still running, so be sure to check out the details of those when you visit.  Ends Feb 28.
Amy Knupp is celebrating her redesigned website with a giveaway! Stop by her website to learn how you can win five books and a firefighter calendar.  Ends Feb 28.
Sylvie Kurtz: Win a signed copy of Silver Shadows and an angel plaque.  Visit her contest page for more details.  Contest ends Feb 25.
Kathryn Shay: Every three months, Kathryn will give away three copies of any of her backlist or her current releases--winner's choice.  Visit her website for more details.  Ongoing.
From Kay Stockham:  To kick off the Launch Party Scavenger Hunt through the pages of She's the One (on shelves March 16, 2010), February's contest question is:  What does Alexandra Tulane do for a living?
*Contest void where prohibited. No purchase necessary to enter. Ends Feb 28.
Unlock a little magic this Valentine's Day with an Advance Reading Copy of Chick with a Charm from Vicki Lewis Thompson!
Linda Warren is giving away a copy of Caitlyn's Prize, the first book in the Belles of Texas trilogy, for her February Contest. Answer the question on her Web site and your name will go into the drawing. Happy Valentine's Day!  Ends Feb 28.
Rebecca York invites readers to enter her Winter Contest. Winner will receive autographed copies of New Moon and Eternal Moon--plus a surprise gift she brought back from Peru last September.  Visit her contest page for more information.  Contest ends Mar 13.

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! 

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