Latest happenings at The Romance Studio.

Find the Hidden Doggie

Posted by: Savanna Kougar 2008-08-07 - Oh, the embarrassing shame of it all...*shakes head sadly at herself*. I missed him, Baby Aru peeking through the ‘S’ at the end of ‘Falls’ on my cover art for When a Good Angel Falls. Bekki Lynn, Siren author of Psychic Hitch & A Last Glass of Wine, found my pup character with her blessedly sharp eyesight. Otherwise, I would still be blissfully gazing at my passionately embracing heroine and hero...at my hero’s black transparent cherub wings...and at the amazing font Jinger Heaston used for the title. Find the hidden doggie at Title Magic ~ http://titlemagic.blogspot.com ~ .

4 1/2 Stars for Amethyst Moon

Posted by: N.J. Walters 2008-08-06 - Amethyst Moon has been given a 4 ˝ heart review from The Romance Studio! Here's a snippet of what reviewer Lisa Freeman had to say: “Amethyst Moon gives the reader passion, adventure, and a love that spans worlds! This is one more book by this author I can heartily recommend.” To read the entire review, check out The Romance Studio Emotional~Sensual~Satisfying Reads! http://www.njwalters.com

5 Hearts for One Too Many

Posted by: Marie-Nicole Ryan 2008-08-06 - Here's a snippet of Lynn Bushey's review. "A spunky, totally likable heroine, four murders and a truly hair-raising climax make this a great read. Ryan has a talent for character development, and you will rarely meet such an arrogant madman. This builds on the earlier book, but takes it to a higher level. Recommended."

The TRS Studio Diva is...

Posted by: Staff of TRS 2008-08-05 - Charlotte Boyett-Compo The two runners up were Pam Champagne and Samantha Sommersby! Congratulations and thanks to everyone who participated!

Places to Play for Readers & Authors!

Posted by: Anastasia Rabiyah 2008-08-05 - Are you a reader looking for a new book to read? Do you like romance or dark fantasy? I co-moderate two Yahoo Groups in need of curious readers who are hungrry to read fat excerpts and enter authors' contests. Are you an author looking for places to showcase your work? Want to spread the word about contests you're running and the fantabulous book you wrote? Yes? Then we want you! Stop by these Yahoo Groups and see if they're a place you'd like to play:

PIRATES OF THE MIST is now available

Posted by: Tracy Ranson 2008-08-05 - P align=center> THE PIRATES ARE HERE....THE PIRATES ARE HERE.... PIRATES OF THE MIST is now available from Bookstrand Publishing  ! 5 Stars: Michaela felt like she belonged somewhere else. In the midst of a fog, she was transported back through time to 1720. I have always loved time travel books, especially a good romance. Tracy L. Ranson has created an excellent read. Michaela and Tristan work well together. They have an instant connection. Ranson successfully adds twists to the plot. I was enthralled from page one and finished Pirates of the Mist in one sitting. Fans of romantica will enjoy Pirates of the Mist." Debra Gaynor, Review Your Book

Mary Winter's August Newsletter is Up!

Posted by: Mary Winter 2008-08-04 - My August newsletter is up, and it has a bumper crop of awesome reviews, some information on a new print book, a contest for August, and an excerpt of the recently released Mission: Possession (Live Action Hero Book 3). You don't want to miss it! You can always read it online at my website - www.marywinter.com. Or, better yet, visit groups.yahoo.com/group/marywinternews and subscribe so you'll be eligible for the subscriber-only contests. (Plus, there's a free story there that I HAVE to get back to working on, LOL! You don't want to miss the next update do you?)

COFFEETIME LOOP CHAT

Posted by: Pam Champagne 2008-08-04 - COME CHAT WITH US! Join Jerri Drennen, Betty Womack and Pam Champagne at CoffeeTime on Wednesday, August 6th from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. EST. Prizes, excerpts and plenty of fun! Print books, e-books and other goodies. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/karendevinkaren/?yguid=228517622. Hope to see you there!

Just Released!

Posted by: Renee Knowles 2008-08-04 - Guilty Pleasures by Renee Knowles JUST RELEASED--FROM SIREN PUBLISHING! 4 Stars from Just Erotic Romance Reviews! (Erotic Contemporary Romance) Diana Grady stayed away from love, pouring her energy into making her escort service, Pleasures, Inc., a success. Until she hires sexy, intelligent Nick Duvane. She can't resist Nick's sensual words and steamy caresses. Then she discovers Nick is an undercover reporter who could destroy her company—and her heart. To read an excerpt go to my Contemporary Bookshelf page.

The Earl's Curse Contest

Posted by: Jennifer Lynn Hoffman 2008-08-04 - There is only five more days to enter! To celebrate her newest Regency Historical release, The Earl's Curse, Fictionwise and Ebooks.com bestselling author, Jennifer Lynn Hoffman is having a contest for a free print copy of one of her back titles. To enter, send a blank email to: jenniferlynnhoffman-subscribe@yahoogroups.com. Once you have signed up for her newsletter, you will be entered in this contest as well as any contests she has in the future. The winner will be announced on August 8th.

New RT Faery Court Forum!

Posted by: Eden Robins 2008-08-04 - Please check out the new RT Faery Court Forum here at TRS! Chat with different faeries each day, win goodies, learn faery lore or just check out what some of the authors of the RT Faery Court are up to. Hope you can stop by for a visit!:-)

The TABLE MANNERS Receipe Challenge!

Posted by: Author Mia King 2008-08-03 - Calling all foodies and chefs! I am finishing up my third novel, TABLE MANNERS (Berkley Books, Aug 2009), and need help testing the recipes. Choose an available recipe from the list to try at home, and I will give you $10 gift card at amazon.com plus a signed copy of my book in thanks once it’s released! Visit my blog at amazon.com for complete details. First come, first served (ha ha), so please come by and take a look if you’re interested!

Deborah Cooke's interview and contest at MMC!

Posted by: Tempest Knight 2008-08-03 - This Thursday, Aug. 7th, paranormal romance, Deborah Cooke visits the Midnight Moon Café. She's the creator of the Dragonfire series, in which the heroes are Pyrs, shape-shifting dragon warriors who have lived peacefully as commanders of the four elements and guardians of the earth's treasures. Kiss of Fury, the second installment in this unique series, is coming out this Tuesday. To celebrate the event, Ms. Cooke will sit to chat with us in our next Midnight Brew. She'll also be giving away a signed copy of the book that day. http://midnightmooncafe.blogspot.com/

Awakening Desires--August Newsletter is Now Available!

Posted by: N.J. Walters 2008-08-01 - If you’re not already receiving Awakening Desires Newsletter—the Newsletter of Romance Author N.J. Walters—then you’re missing out on all the latest news, author interviews, excerpts and tons more! You’re also missing out on a chance to win every month! The August 2008 issue is now available! Check out the this month’s author interview with the talented Anny Cook. As well, each month, some lucky newsletter subscriber wins a prize. All you have to do to be eligible to win next month is to go to Awakening Desires Newsletter to join and read back issues.

Law's Deliverance is out!

Posted by: Melany Logen 2008-07-30 - Melany Logen is celebrating the release of Law's Deliverance from Loose Id! Law's been urged to get a sex slave before he weds the “right” woman of royalty, but he's never thought about actually doing it. Until he sees Larissa sashay across the stage. But Larissa's no slave, not even for a prince.

The PIRATES are coming

Posted by: Tracy L. Ranson 2008-07-29 - Hi all! Just wanted to let everyone know that PIRATES OF THE MIST is being released a bit earlier than planned! If you want to get a sneak peek, check out PIRATES OF MIST trailer. The ebook will come out August 5th while the print version will come out September 15th! Don't forget to enter my contest! All you simply need do is join my newsletter and you'll be entered. It's just that simple!

Alexandra Ivy and the Guardians of Eternity

Posted by: The Midnight Moon Cafe 2008-07-28 - Author Alexandra Ivy will be our guest at the next Midnight Brew, July 31, talking about her Guardians of Eternity series, and her next book, Darkness Everlasting. Contest time: Ms. Ivy will be giving away a copy of one of her novels. So make sure your calendars are marked for Thursday, July 31, at the Café ( http://midnightmooncafe.blgospot.com/ ) Hope to see you there!

Destiny B Chatting is Open!

Posted by: Destiny Blaine 2008-07-28 - You want to hang out with like minds when you're online. It's understandable. Dedicated readers think alike! Check out http://groups.yahoo.com/group/destinyblaine_romance and join us in 2008 for incredible book excerpts, great writing advice, chatting with authors from around the globe and oh yes—the best contest in romance today! Check out Destiny B Chatting today and tell the loop moderators you found us at TRS!

TRS Studio Diva Competition FINAL ROUND VOTING OPEN!

Posted by: Staff of TRS 2008-07-28 - Three authors left, the final round of voting. WHO will be the TRS Studio Diva? Click here to vote now!

TRS Receives IWOFA Award!

Posted by: Staff of TRS 2008-07-28 - TRS is honored and proud to receive this award from The Infinite Worlds of Fantasy Authors! Thank you!

If you like fairy tales . . .

Posted by: K. Z. Snow 2008-07-26 - Can newfound love, a young girl’s belief in magic, and modern psychotherapy come together to fulfill the dying wish of a fairy queen? ALL THAT IS RIGHT, a romantic fairy tale by K. Z. Snow, is now available at MojoCastle Press. (This is a sweet story, rated PG because the bad guy has a potty mouth.)

TRS Studio Diva FINAL 3!

Posted by: Staff of TRS 2008-07-26 - There are only three authors left in our TRS Studio Diva competition. The three finalists are: Charlotte Boyett-Compo Pam Champagne Samantha Sommersby Voting for the 10th and final round begins on Monday, July 28th!

Holding Her Own Breaks into Samhain's Top Ten

Posted by: Marie-Nicole Ryan 2008-07-26 - Marie-Nicole Ryan's newest romantic suspense novel, set in New Orleans, has broken into the Top Ten Best Sellers at Samhain Publishing. Link to buy

Jackson's Jewel by N.J. Walters

Posted by: N.J. Walters 2008-07-25 - The last thing Jackson Connors wants is a housekeeper. He likes his life just as it is — solitary and uncomplicated. Emerald Jewel is a New York designer with a stalker on her trail. She needs a place to hide out and Jackson's farm is the perfect solution to her problem. Neither of them is prepared for the explosion of passion that flares between them. Jackson’s Jewel is available today at Ellora’s Cave Publishing.

Chatting Today!

Posted by: Anastasia Rabiyah 2008-07-25 - The authors of loveyoudivine are chatting it up today at the publisher's chat room and three Yahoo Groups. You are cordially invited to join us. There will be excerpts, prizes, and fun! Come meet us and find a new book to escape into. Click Here to go to loveyoudivine's web site and link to the live chat room! Click Here to join lyd's Main Yahoo Group Click Here to join lyd's Dark Fantasy Yahoo Group Click Here to join lyd's His and His Kisses Yahoo Group

The Earl's Curse is Now Available!

Posted by: Jennifer Hoffman 2008-07-25 - The last thing Nicholas Brooke, Earl of Winterhaven, wants to add to his already complicated life is a wife, and he vows to elude matrimony. He has given up on the fairer sex and has accepted, grudgingly so, that the women of the ton are a deceitful bunch that he would rather avoid. Unfortunately, a curse that has haunted the male descendants of his family for centuries forewarns that he will die if he has not found true love by his thirty-fifth birthday. Emma Cartwright has suffered with a special gift since birth and while she dreams of a husband and children to love, she knows all too well that marriage is impossible. Her mother had the gift of healing but Emma's gift, one that haunts her nearly every day, is the ability to see death before it occurs. She has accepted the fact that she will live the life of a spinster. A forced betrothal changes everything. To find out more pleae visit: www.awe-struck.net/AUTHORS51/tec.html

Save 15% on Sons of Lyra: Fight For Love and 25% on all my other books!

Posted by: Felicity Heaton 2008-07-24 - Save 15% OFF my new Sci-Fi Romance & Get 25% OFF all my books at Alinar Publishing Sons of Lyra: Fight For Love By Felicity Heaton Lieutenant Lyra IV is as sinfully handsome and irresistible as his elder brothers, but the one woman he wants seems to be immune to his charm. Every man in his squadron is falling over themselves to win her. Literally. When the reward is getting to see her, not even he can stop himself from getting hurt in training every day. Losing feels like winning when he ends up on her inspection table, and the pain means nothing when she touches him. Nurse Emmanuelle knows exactly what the devilishly tempting and handsome Lieutenant Lyra IV is doing and she’s not going to fall for it or his attempts to make her call him by his first name, Remi. It’s her duty to keep her distance and maintain a professional relationship with him, even if her heart and body is crying out for more... Read on Just $0.84 right now - SAVE 15%!!! Read an excerpt You can also SAVE 25% on all my back catalogue at Alinar Publishing this week until Monday 28th July. Check out my stories: Stories by Felicity Heaton / Stories by F E Heaton

New Release-Masters of Illusion

Posted by: Tawny Taylor 2008-07-24 - MASTERS OF ILLUSION Illusion. A word shaded with nuance, making the men who practice it — the masters — enigmas. Particularly when they magically materialize from the shadows of a woman's dark past. It's been fifteen years. No longer the tormented young men Blair knew and loved so long ago, Damon and Trey still know how to touch her heart, how to draw out her secrets, and how to bring her to the edge of ecstasy. Read More: http://www.ellorascave.com/productpage.asp?ISBN=9781419917264&Page=Page1

New Release-Masters of Illusion

Posted by: Tawny Taylor 2008-07-24 - MASTERS OF ILLUSION Illusion. A word shaded with nuance, making the men who practice it — the masters — enigmas. Particularly when they magically materialize from the shadows of a woman's dark past. It's been fifteen years. No longer the tormented young men Blair knew and loved so long ago, Damon and Trey still know how to touch her heart, how to draw out her secrets, and how to bring her to the edge of ecstasy. Read More: http://www.ellorascave.com/productpage.asp?ISBN=9781419917264&Page=Page1

Best Day Drawing

Posted by: Darragha 2008-07-24 - Today is my best day! Please visit my blog-www.darragha.com, leave a comment on today's post and you'll be entered to win your choice of ebook from the Darragha Collection. Two winners, drawn at random, tonight! Thank you, Darragha