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Then and Now with Lynn Cahoon
I first featured Lynn Cahoon on the Nocturnal Nina blog on December 1, 2015, to share If the Shoe Kills with readers. Here’s a Then and Now look at her previous release and her latest release.
Then
If the Shoe Kills
The tourist town of South Cove, California, is a lovely place to spend the holidays. But this year, shop owner Jill Gardner discovers there’s no place like home for homicide…
As owner of Coffee, Books, and More, Jill Gardner looks forward to the hustle and bustle of holiday shoppers. But when the mayor ropes her into being liaison for a new work program, ’tis the season to be wary. Local businesses are afraid the interns will be delinquents, punks, or worse. For Jill, nothing’s worse than Ted Hendricks–the jerk who runs the program. After a few run-ins, Jill’s ready to kill the guy. That, however, turns out to be unnecessary when she finds Ted in his car–dead as a doornail. Officer Greg assumes it’s a suicide. Jill thinks it’s murder. And if the holidays weren’t stressful enough, a spoiled blonde wants to sue the city for breaking her heel. Jill has to act fast to solve this mess–before the other shoe drops.
Now
Tea Cups and Carnage
The quaint coastal town of South Cove, California, is all abuzz about the opening of a new specialty shop, Tea Hee. But as Coffee, Books, and More owner Jill Gardner is about to find out, there’s nothing cozy about murder . . .
Shop owner Kathi Corbin says she came to South Cove to get away from her estranged family. But is she telling the truth? And did a sinister someone from her past follow her to South Cove? When a woman claiming to be Kathi’s sister starts making waves and a dead body is found in a local motel, Jill must step in to clear Kathi’s name–without getting herself in hot water.
Coming June 7, 2016. Available for pre-order.
About the Author
New York Times and USA Today best-selling author, Lynn Cahoon is an Idaho expat. She grew up living the small town life much like the settings she now writes. Currently, she’s living with her husband and two fur babies in a small historic town on the banks of the Mississippi river where her imagination tends to wander. Guidebook to Murder, Book 1 of the Tourist Trap series won the 2015 Reader’s Crown Award for Mystery Fiction.
Then and Now with Diana Cosby
I first featured Diana Cosby on the Nocturnal Nina blog on May 16, 2015, to announce the release of An Oath Broken. Here’s a Then and Now look at her previous release and her latest release.
Then
Giric Armstrong, Earl of Terrick, takes no pleasure in escorting a feisty English lass to her betrothed. But he needs the coin to rebuild his castle, and his tenants need to eat. Yet the trip will not be the simple matter he imagined. For Lady Sarra isn’t the only one determined to see her engagement fail. Men with darker motives want to stop the wedding—even if they must kill the bride in the process.
Excerpt
Three blasted days now she’d made him and his men wait, and with her heading to her chamber, the lass would make it four. By God, he would speak with her this night!
Once shielded from the great hall, Giric Armstrong, Earl of Terrick, took the steps up the turret two at a time. A wisp of her ivory linen gown twisted ahead of him with an elusive swirl, then was lost in the shadows.
Giric rounded the corner and caught her figure clearly silhouetted within the torchlight from the wall sconce. “Lady Sarra.”
Leather kid slippers scraped over stone as she turned. The flutter of flames outlined her like a dark angel. Wariness flared in her eyes.
He took a step closer, damning her beauty, lured by her spirit.
Her hand slid to the side of her gown. With a flick of her wrist, she withdrew a slim dagger from the folds. “Halt.” Her ominous warning echoed in the darkened void, edged with a hint of fear.
Saint’s breath, did the lass think she could hold her own against him with a mere blade? “I mean you no harm, my lady. I wish but a brief moment of your time.”
That small pert nose lifted a fraction, like a warrior would raise his shield. “How dare you steal about and corner me in my own home.”
“If you had talked to me instead of avoided me, I would nae have had to resort to such extreme measures.”
A sliver of torchlight glinted off the dagger in her hands. “Leave me. I will grant you an audience when I deem the time appropriate.”
If she believed he could be swayed by flashing a weapon before him or a terse command, she was about to learn otherwise. He wasna one of her servants she could order about. He took a step closer. “We need to discuss our departure.”
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Now
When the English murder Lady Katherine Calbraith’s family, she refuses their demands to wed an English noble. After Katherine’s daring escape, she’s stunned when Scotland’s king agrees to allow her to return to Avalon Castle, but under the protection of Sir Stephan MacQuistan . . . as the knight’s wife. To reclaim her heritage, Katherine agrees assured that regardless of the caliber of the man, Stephan may earn her trust, but he’ll never win her love.
A Knights Templar, Sir Stephan MacQuistan desires no bride, only vengeance for a family lost and a legacy stolen. A profound twist of fate tears apart the brotherhood he loves, but offers him an opportunity to reclaim his legacy – Avalon Castle. Except to procure his childhood home along with a place to store Templar treasures, he must wed the unsuspecting daughter of the man who killed his family. To settle old scores, Stephan agrees aware Katherine is but a pawn in a dangerous game, not a woman he will ever love.
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About Diana Cosby
A retired Navy Chief, Diana Cosby is an international bestselling author of Scottish medieval romantic suspense. Her award-winning books are translated in five languages. Diana has appeared at Lady Jane’s Salon, in NYC, and in Woman’s Day, on USA Today’s romance blog, “Happily Ever After,” MSN.com, and in Texoma Living Magazine.
After retiring as a Navy Chief, AGC(AW), Diana dove into her passion – writing romance novels. With 34 moves behind her, she was anxious to create characters who reflected the amazing cultures and people she’s met throughout the world.
Her years of living in Europe inspired Diana to write in the medieval time frame. After watching the movie Braveheart and with her passion for writing complex plots, the idea for the MacGruder brothers series was born.
With the release of her 1st book in her new Scottish medieval The Oath trilogy, An Oath Taken, which hit bestseller lists in Canada and the United Kingdom, she’s now preparing for the release of the e Box Set of the MacGruder Brothers series on February 24th, and the last two books in The Oath trilogy, An Oath Broken – 22 June, and, An Oath Sworn – 23 December, 2015!
Diana has many passions in life, but one that resonates in her life is that of giving. She firmly believes that each of us can make a positive difference in another person’s life and supports several charities. Find Diana online at www.DianaCosby.com and on Facebook.
Fun On Tour
Blitz week for REID’S DELIVERANCE was a blast. I hope you had time to join in and celebrate. If you didn’t, no worries. Here’s a brief recap of a few of the things that you possibly missed.
Guest posts and reviews:
Archaeolibrarian~Well written and well paced, this is an enthralling book that will keep your attention from page to page. This is definitely a series that I want more of! Definitely recommended.
She Hearts Books ~I so love the premise of this series by Nina.
Lynn’s Romance Enthusiasm ~ Our author gives her readers an ending that will have you smiling.
Smexy Books ~ Genuine characters, clever intrigue and fierce action were secret ingredients to make this novel a winner.
Just Contemporary Romance: What I Learned as I Traveled Time
USA Today HEA: Nina gets hero advice from her fellow authors.
Fresh Fiction: Nina Crespo’s Top 5 Office Must-haves
Ultimate Hero vs Hero Contest: Tuesday, March 22nd
Thank you! THANE made it to Round 2! He needs your next vote to survive. Click HERE and vote for THANE. There’s no limit on how many times you can vote. Feel free to spread the word! Vote for THANE!!!
Book Trailer Premier: THANE’S REDEMPTION
Enjoy this sexy clip featuring Thane and Celine. A big thank you to the talented Juliette Cross for assistance in creating the trailer for this book. Find it HERE on YouTube and share!
DALIR’S SALVATION, THE SONG 3, September 2016
I’m excited about this last book in The Song trilogy. I can’t wait to show you the cover. Words of warning: Have ice and a fan handy when you attend the cover reveal celebration. I’ll make the announcement here and on my other social media outlets.
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NEW Release Celebration: Reid’s Deliverance
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REID’S DELIVERANCE, The Song 2 has arrived!
I’m often asked what was the driving motivation for The Song series. I must confess, I have a thing for superheroes. The heroes in this series are my 
version of them. The combination of having a special power, fighting for the greater good, personal sacrifice and love appeals to me. I also love music which is another of the themes in the books. Hot guys in a band. I couldn’t resist. What was I listening to while writing REID’S DELIVERANCE? A bit of everything. Rock, country, pop. I’m sharing some of my favorite songs and artists in interviews on my tour.
I’m hard at work, adding the final touches to DALIR’S SALVATION, The Song 3. It releases in September 2016. If you haven’t started the series, now is the time! The books are linked together, but Reid’s Deliverance is a standalone novel. You’ll not only meet Lauren and Reid, but you’ll also get the latest scoop on Thane and Celine from THANE’S REDEMPTION.
I’m celebrating all week with giveaways and exclusive gifts for newsletter subscribers only. I’m also in an ULTIMATE HEROES Contest. My guy THANE from Thane’s Redemption, The Song needs your vote starting 15 March. Keep voting every day for him until 8 April. Look for Thane’s fight card on the Kensington Publishing Tumblr Ultimate Hero page to vote! I’m sharing some of my favorite tunes to help keep Thane in fighting form on my Facebook author page. Stop by!
Also, don’t forget to sign up for the newsletter. It will be in your inbox March 16th. I also hope you’ll pick up and enjoy your copy of REID’S DELIVERANCE today. Share the big news!
Nina Crespo presents Blood and Metal by Nina Croft
She’s his last chance for redemption…if she doesn’t kill him first.
Copilot of the Blood Hunter, Daisy is a newly-turned vampire, and she’s hungry. Really hungry and it’s interfering with her plans for revenge. Unfortunately, the only thing that can distract her from said hunger is sex…which is a problem when she can barely refrain from draining any man dry within moments. But old flame Fergal Cain might just be the sexy-assed solution to her problem.
Part human, part cyborg, and with a poison coursing through his system, Fergal’s running out of time to find the scientist who has the cure. Unfortunately for him, the misfit crew of the Blood Hunter put a serious kink in his plans. And if the poison doesn’t kill him, the hot little vamp he can’t resist might do the honors herself…
About the Author
Nina Croft grew up in the north of England. After training as an accountant, she spent four years working as a volunteer in Zambia which left her with a love of the sun and a dislike of 9-5 work. She then spent a number of years mixing travel (whenever possible) with work (whenever necessary) but has now settled down to a life of writing and picking almonds on a remote farm in the mountains of southern Spain. Nina’s writing mixes romance with elements of the paranormal and science fiction.
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Nina Crespo presents Cinderella and the Ghost by Marina Myles
When her demanding stepmother died, Ella Benoit knew just how far their fortunes had fallen, unlike her spoiled stepsisters. So she never expected the bequest from her late father. A chateau in France and the freedom to live her own life, all at once!
The chateau has seen better days, but Ella knows she can put the ruined house to rights. The life-size portrait of its first owner, Jean-Daniel Girard, seems to watch her work with approval, even pleasure. With bright blue eyes, strong features, and an athlete’s body, the viscount is a tempting sight even now, more than three hundred years after his tragic death. But the more she looks at the portrait, the more convinced Ella is that she’s met Jean-Daniel before. In another life, perhaps—or maybe, as the form who haunts the halls at night, invading Ella’s dreams…
Click HERE to read an excerpt from Cinderella and the Ghost.
About the Author
Although Marina Myles lives under the sunny skies of Arizona, she would live in a decrepit manor house in foggy England if she had her way. Her love of books began as soon as she read her first fairy tale and skyrocketed as soon as she discovered Agatha Christie mysteries and rich, historical romances. She earned a degree in English Literature during her college days in Texas—a place where she became a Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader. Now, she divides her time between her loving family, her loyal Maltese, and fictional worlds filled with fiery—but not easily attained—love affairs.
