Saturday, January 26, 2019

NOVEL WORKS Winds of Betrayal~ FREE for Limited Time! #HistoricalFiction #Familysaga

#HistFic at its best!

Spies and traitors~Love and Betrayal!


FREE for Limited Time!

#HistoricalFiction #Familysaga 

WINDS OF BETRAYAL
A rousing family saga for the fight for America's independence! 

The winds of change brews over the colonies. Tension against the crown is mounting daily. In Williamsburg, the rebellion burns strong in the hearts of two siblings, Jonathan and Hannah Corbett. Spirited and headstrong, Hannah finds herself thrust in the middle of a conspiracy when her father receives a strange package from Philadelphia. Jonathan, a physician for the Continental Army, is torn between duty and family. With war looming on the horizon, the siblings soon discover there is a high price to be paid for the cry for freedom. 

It's a dangerous game you set to play, Miss Corbett. One that can have far worse than deadly consequences! 

In the midst of the struggle of America's bid for independence, Hannah Corbett makes a fateful decision, descending into a world of deceit. Spurred by revenge, she heads to New York, setting in motion a dangerous game for which there is no return. Searching desperately for the man who betrayed her family, she faces the cold and brutal reality of the life of a spy. Caught in a web of lies, living with betrayal, she is trapped. She has nowhere to turn except to a man it would be treasonous to love, setting duty and desire at war. Her heart is ripped apart when she must choose between the man who risks his career and life to protect her and the only thing that has remained constant in her life...her belief in her cause.

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THE DARKNESS OF DECEPTION

THE HEAVENS SHALL FALL

SET FIRE TO THE RAIN

Monday, January 14, 2019

NOVEL WORKS #GoodReads #Historical #Free and #Bargain #RomanceReaders

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Set against the backdrop of Antebellum Charleston with the martial clash of brother against brother looming on the horizon--here is an absorbing, tantalizing saga of life during one of our country's most turbulent times--Southern Legacy Serial.
 
In a world of pageantry and show, the Montgomery family accepts the way of life that has been antebellum Charleston for over a hundred years. Two cousins, the handsome and debonair, Wade Montgomery and the bold and brooding Cullen Smythe, were born to be brothers. Raised as Southern gentlemen,their character could never be questioned--loyalty, honor, duty to one's country, God and family. It was the tie that binds until...their bond is threatened, not only by the cry for secession but by a woman--Josephine Buchanan Wright.
Josephine Buchanan Wright is a dutiful, southern belle. Her future seems fated to the two Montgomerys cousins...until all she has placed her faith in falls apart. As her life spirals out of control, she tries desperately to cling to the honor and duty that has been instilled in her. But how can she do so when all she has known is no more?
AUTHOR'S NOTE:
This is a serial! The books may have cliffhangers and hooks to make you want to continue to the next book. Do not begin if you don't want to become addicted to the series! Southern Legacy will consist of four books--Belle of Charleston, Shadows of Magnolia, Born to Be Brothers and The Sun Will Rise.

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A lady betrayed:
Finishing school instructor, Mrs. Rowena Bryant is hated by her students, revered by the headmistress, and absolutely determined to maintain her financial security. Deceived years ago by the only man she’d ever given her heart to, Rowena relies on no one but herself—that is the best way to keep her most scandalous secret.
A soldier turned duke:
When Graham Linford returned from war on the cusp of death, he discovered he’d been betrayed by the woman he loved. From that moment, Graham shaped himself into an unfeeling nobleman, refusing to ever suffer the agony of betrayal again. Now a duke, Graham is determined no one will ever discover the touch of madness that has haunted him since battle.
Lovers reunited:
When Graham finds himself named guardian to a young lady, the woman sent as a companion to his ward is none other than Rowena Bryant. With every moment spent together, their passion reignites, and the walls they’ve built to keep one another out begin to crumble. But when their dark past tests them again will true love be enough to repair their damaged hearts?

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She was his savior
Banished from London for her reckless behavior, Lady Miranda Sinclair is robbed by a dashing highwayman en route to the country. By offering him a kiss in lieu of the jewels she had to leave behind, she commits the very type of act that caused her exile. When her dour guardians extend her punishment to performing charitable work at the local orphanage, she’s further tempted by the home’s owner, a provincial gentleman who stirs her passion in a most wicked way.
He was her downfall
Desperate to save his orphanage from financial catastrophe, Montgomery “Fox” Foxcroft leads a double life as a highwayman. The arrival of wealthy, well-connected Miranda, whose kiss he can’t forget, presents a lawful opportunity to increase his coffers. His problems seem solved — until she rejects his suit. Out of options and falling for the heiress, Fox must risk what principles he has left and take advantage of her wicked ways — even if it ruins them both.

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From a New York Times bestselling author comes the captivating novel hailed as “Romance the way it was meant to be.”
~ Dashing and untamable, AndrĂ© Raveneau is the Revolutionary War’s most reckless privateer captain when Devon Lindsay stows away aboard his ship after her Connecticut town has been burned by the British. Raveneau cynically agrees to deliver her to her childhood sweetheart in Virginia but doesn’t count on his own potent attraction to the enchanting, courageous Devon.
Although Raveneau has vowed to never succumb to love, can he stand by and watch Devon marry another man?
Through high adventure, swashbuckling sea battles, and the colorful history of America’s revolution, the couple struggles against the fiery passion that binds them together.

Monday, December 10, 2018

#HelpForAuthors #IndiePower Check Out Some Helpful Sites!




Times are changing for Indie Authors. The need to help each other has never been greater. I thought I would give out a few things I always do on a promotion. Everything I do on Romantic Picks is free to authors. I'm also not getting anything by mentioning these sites below. My intent is to help. I hope it does.

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AXP has great resources for Indie Authors from helping get Beta Readers and help building your email list to promoting bargain and free books and book launches. I use AXP with good results. I highly recommended the site.

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Great Book Deals is another blog I highly recommend for authors and readers alike. 


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I urge any author to check out eNovel Authors at Work. No one works harder for authors than Jackie Weger.

eNovel Authors at Work is a group of indie authors

1) Who believe in paying-it-forward…

2) Our goal is to get our books visible and in the hands of readers….

Our mantra is WRITE. PROMOTE. SELL.

ESCAPE INTO A ROMANCE!

The books I post here are of my choicing. I don't have a form or anything to fill out. I do like support. So if you tweet or FB post my blog, don't be surprised if you find your book here on Romantic Picks. If you're running a bargain or free ebook, leave me a comment on that's day's post or Tweeter direct message.

The bottom line is that we need to help each other...RT, FB post, a friendly word from to a friend.
Other sites I recommend for promoting...

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

#ThanksgivingEve #AmReading With a Million Things to Do!

My house is a mess. I haven't gone to the grocery store...haven't even made my list for Black Friday. But I'm escaping into books. While I'm writing, I don't usually pick up a book. I'm so engrossed in my story, but in this inbetween time, I read and even keep up with what's going on around me.

A couple of things before I tell you what I'm reading. I don't watch #DancingWiththeStars, but I do listen to the radio and Bobby Bones (101.7 Boston). People shouldn't wonder why he won. He seems like a great guy...truly. I think what I like about him most is his compassion and desire to help others. So for anyone upset that Bobby Bones won the Mirror Ball, get a grip. Do you really think its a dancing competition? It's entertainment, pulling celebrities out of their comfort zone. There is no need to say ugly things. Bobby Bones didn't do anything wrong...matter of fact, I think he did an awesome job! There are so many other things to worry about in this world...give the guy his moment.

Now, I come to last night's The Voice. I'm always rooting for Blake's team, but last night I was totally surprised by Tyke being elimanted on Adam's team. I voted for him...even tweeted on the save vote.  Disappointing, but I'm glad that Lynnea has another chance to build her fan base. Everyone loves an underdog. I do have a few other favorites, Kirk Jay, Kennedy Holmes, and Chevel Sheperd.

As for the books I have set to read, I was looking for someone different. So, I did what I always do when I'm searching for a great read. I went to BookBub and picked up four books this morning. I'm confident in two of the reads. I read their books all the time, Brenda Novak and Tess Gerritsen. Brenda, I've met before. Lovely lady. She does a lot of work for diabetes, not to mention a great writer. The other two, I'm anxious to read...I don't think I'm going to be getting a lot of work done.

THE SECRET SISTER
New York Times bestseller: When freshly divorced Maisey returns to Fairham, South Carolina, to take care of her brother, she finds herself living next door to the last person she wants to see — handsome Rafe Romero. When they discover mysterious old photos, will Maisey and Rafe get the chance to follow their hearts?

THE KEEPSAKE
New York Times bestseller: When medical examiner Maura Isles and detective Jane Rizzoli discover an ancient mummy is actually a modern-day corpse, they race to stop a serial killer before another victim falls. “Gerritsen delivers an intricate plot that will keep readers guessing” (Publishers Weekly).


THE CLAIRVOYANT COUNTESS
In this entrancing read from a USA Today bestselling author, Madame Karitska uses her psychic gifts to help Detective-Lieutenant Pruden solve mystifying cases — while navigating through deadly danger along the way!

MIDNIGHT LABYRINTH
USA Today bestseller with over 850 five-star Goodreads ratings! Antiquities acquisition partners Ben and Tenzin jump at the opportunity to help recover a priceless painting — but a clan of fearsome vampires will stop at nothing to protect what’s theirs…


The links that I'm sending you to today is BOOKBUB. I love BookBub. The great thing about BookBub is that you can follow your favorite authors and they will let you know when they have a new deal, new release or upcoming release, like my penname, Colleen Connally, or Jerri Hines. I follow a ton of authors myself...


Have a great Thanksgiving!!!


Monday, November 19, 2018

Ways to Spend Your Holiday Week...or Maybe Not! Happy Thanksgiving!

When I'm beginning to write a new book, I read alot in that genre to get in the mood. Since I'm starting the next book in Boston's Crimes of Horror series, I've been searching out some good horror stories.

 I, also, watch movies and TV shows. To be honest, I'm a little behind on the times. I just started watching The Haunting of Hill House. Awesome. Absolutely great show. Highly recommend for those that haven't seen it yet. You can find it on Netflix.

I did try to watch IT, the movie. I stopped not even half way through. A Stephen King movie wasn't what I was looking for, I guess, but I did reread Carrie.

CARRIE
Writing horror goes against my nature. I started out as a romance writer remember. I love the happily ever afters, but sometimes I love a good scare. Yet, I don't think I could really go quite all Stephen King in my writing. 

I have found I'm more on the line of Heather Graham when I write paranormal. Or I think so. Heather Graham is one of my favorite authors. I shouldn't be surprised. Heather Graham writes paranormal romantic suspense. If you follow my blog here and at Romantic Picks, you know that I do promote Heather Graham's books time to time. I don't think she needs me to, but I met her at a conference in Denver one year. It's a funny story really. I didn't know a soul at the conference. So at breakfast, I sat with a group of authors. I had an awesome time talking with a lady sitting next to me. We talked about everything. I was having a very enjoyable time when someone addressed her as Heather. Now, she had already introduced herself to me and for some unknown reason it didn't resonate until then...and, of course, having read her books, I've seen her picture. My mouth literally dropped. It was Heather Graham. 

Okay, so I'm not the most observatant person, but Heather Graham was so, so nice. I appreciate nice...so in turn, I promote her books...besides the fact, I truly enjoy them.

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Another author I love reading inbetween my own writing is Nora Roberts. I know that's no surprise. She certainly doesn't need me telling of her nack for telling a story. Her writing does that for her. 

As for other books that have entertained me during my inbetween period of writing....

Kathleen Brooks new book...

SAVING SHADOWS
Something short and entertaining~ Catherine Coulter

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One more thing that has entertained me that I haven't mentioned ~ Up and Vanished podcast.
My daughter and I take a trip every summer and drive somewhere. She is the one that has me hooked on listening to podcast while we drive. One year it was Serial. This year is was Up and Vanished. I even watched the TV show last night on Oxygen. Payne Lindsey draws you into the story...which inspired me for my next book and series.

Boston's Crimes of Horror series is my first venture into this genre. Now I have a challenge—how to attract readers to this new book. Then it came to me...I certainly don't know the first thing about how to create a true crime podcast, but I do know how to write. 

Be on the watch for a fictional true crime podcast— Seamus Speaks.

I'm in the middle of doing just that. I had hoped to have it up by now, but being this is my first time being involved with a podcast it has taken me awhile. It certainly has been interesting, but it should be up shortly thanks to my son and hubbie. If you want to keep up with when it comes up, follow @speaksseamus  and a blog has been set up, Seamus Speaks.

It is my hope that you will enjoy the podcast and in turn want more of my stories.

Scream for the Camera is coming January 29th! 

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PRE-ORDER NOW! COMING JANUARY 29!

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Monday, October 29, 2018

NOVEL WORKS ~ ESCAPE INTO #ROMANCE #ROMANCEREADERS







Everything happens for a reason.
Criminal profiler Jake McKenzie returned from Afghanistan minus a leg, determined never to let anyone get close enough to hurt him again. When his old friend asks him to help with a serial arsonist case, he jumps at the chance to prove his worth, but as the bodies pile up, he realizes he needs help. He convinces the chief to bring in a fire investigator, stunned to discover that the woman is none other than the girl who vanished from his life twenty years ago.
Alexis Michaels fled Paradise and an abusive uncle only to almost die in a fire that left her scarred not only on the outside, but on the inside, leaving her with psychic abilities. With that gift, she’s climbed to the top of her profession. Her abilities may be the only thing that can find and stop the Fire Angel, a pyromaniac turned revenge arsonist serial killer who’s slowly turning a peaceful town into Hell on Earth. The problem is, to do the job, she has to return to the one place where she swore she would never set foot again.
Faced with confusing emotions and a killer who’s made it clear he wants her to stay out of his business, Alexis must deal with the past before she can move on. But things may get too hot even for her as the Fire Angel moves toward the final act in his revenge drama.


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Lingering on her lips, he whispered, “Know you are loved."

Southern Legacy, 4-Bk Collection 

Save almost $2.00 off the purchase of the books separately!

Set against the backdrop of Antebellum Charleston with the martial clash of brother against brother looming on the horizon--here is an absorbing, tantalizing saga of life during one of our country's most turbulent times--Southern Legacy Series.
In a world of pageantry and show, the Montgomery family accepts the way of life that has been antebellum Charleston for over a hundred years. Two cousins, the handsome and debonair, Wade Montgomery and the bold and brooding Cullen Smythe, were born to be brothers. Raised as Southern gentlemen, their character could never be questioned--loyalty, honor, duty to one's country, God and family. It was the tie that binds until...their bond is threatened, not only by the cry for secession but by a woman--Josephine Buchanan Wright.


Deciding to have more fun in Westerham, Lily takes up life-drawing classes with her friend Olivia. But trouble isn't far away; the art teacher goes missing after the second class.

Tracking down the art teacher is proving impossible, and the PIB's best lead is murdered before they can find out everything he knows. Yet again, Lily's unique witchy skills are called upon to help. The problem? It's dangerous for her to reveal her talents. She's already the target of a secret organization intent on kidnapping her, and now those closest to her fear a threat inside the PIB itself.

To help solve the case, Lily makes a dangerous choice: to go undercover with no backup. But has she just made a fatal mistake?
So much for witches having it easier. Someone pass Lily a cappuccino, but this time, make it a double.


Danger is the last thing on Estelle’s mind when she visits the University of Oxenford for a summer course. But, mysterious thefts and shadowy figures spur her into action. With Toby five thousand miles away, Estelle and her winged horse must hunt for the culprits alone. Soon they are embroiled in a mixed bag of aliens and ancient magic. Toby’s unexpected arrival throws her into turmoil and spurs events into a climax. Under pressure to succeed, Toby is trapped in a web of deceit. The two supers must catch the crooks in less than a week to salvage his reputation.

Crime-fighting superheroes, snarky flying animals, living gargoyles and devious aliens tangle in this adventure and romance.
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Friday, October 26, 2018

NOVEL WORKS #ROMANCENOVELS FOR #ROMANCEREADERS #Free #Bargains

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Betrayed and jilted, Jennifer Dewitt finds solace in a new job and new city. Men and marriage are not on her radar. Adrien Merrill’s divorce leaves him bitter and jaded. In Cajun custom, pride rules. Yet Adrien aches for a woman to fill his days with laughter, his nights with passion, and his house with children. He sets his sights on Jennifer and runs right into stubborn, mouthy and independent. He soon discovers the line between pride and love is as whisper thin as a fine silk thread.

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From the author of a #1 Amazon Historical Romance Kindle Bestseller, BROKEN LEGACY, comes Seductive Lies!

Only love can heal a heart betrayed...

Harriet Burke has long been haunted by a family scandal. Abandoned by her mother as an infant, she has grown up in the shadows of the events that led up to that scandal. But all changes when she meets the future Viscount of Daneford. The dashing young Lieutenant Arthur Hammett defies his grandfather. Professing his undying love, he proposes to Harriet. Harriet quickly learns that all is not what it seems. Secrets, lies, and betrayal shatters Harriet's life, leaving Harriet little choice. She has to begin life anew…

They were destined to be together but fate had other plans…

Lord Arthur Daneford made a rash decision years ago that cost him greatly...his biggest regret. Now, though, his past has reemerged. Chilling information has been called to his attention that Harriet's life is endangered. He will stop at nothing to ensure her safety, but will she accept his help before it's too late?


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As with most of his family, Derrick Ashton knows his future and what position he's destined to fill within his unique society. Everything changes, however, when he breaks one of his family's strictest laws and falls in love -- with a human.

In his quest to protect the woman he can never have, a twist of faith propels him into a new role that will cause dissension among his family and endanger the anonymity that they've worked for thousands of years to protect.

Now he will risk everything to save the girl from humans and his own kind. The only thing he can't save her from ... is herself

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Love and Betrayal . . . Regency Style

The Seduction of Sophie Seacrest is Book One of Mary Campisi’s Regency historical series, An Unlikely Husband.

When Holt Langford, the new Earl of Westover, returns to England after twelve years at sea, he resembles more pirate than nobleman, a far cry from the scrawny youth whose father shipped off to become a man. No one recognizes him, and he’ll use this anonymity to enter a game of subterfuge in order to expose the scoundrel who has vowed to destroy Holt’s family business.

Unfortunately, that scoundrel has a devoted daughter, Sophie Seacrest. Sophie can’t deny her attraction to the unorthodox stranger who stirs her blood and makes her think things no proper lady should. Holt and Sophie are drawn into a seductive tangle and just when he’s about to reveal his true identity and his honorable intentions, she discovers the truth and must choose between love and family duty.