Interview with Roe Valentine, author of Love Easy.

Meet Roe Valentine!

Hi friends, 
Today I have romance writer, Roe Valentine stopping by to answer a few questions and tell us about her newest release. Meet Ms. Valentine.

 Hi Roe, I'm going to launch right into the questions.


Do you have any advice for aspiring writers? Is there anything you wish someone had told you?

I would say first keep writing. Second join a writers' organization that offers craft development and the opportunity to have peer critiques. I wish I would have had a better start at knowing how to promote and market using various social media sites. I'm still learning this. 

  Concerts can be very expensive, who do you think is worth the splurge?

  

I think Pink is a concert worth splurging on. She is an amazing singer.

What is your favorite board game? Card game?

I actually really love UNO! So fun when I get together with family.

 When writing, do you share chapters with friends or beta readers as you go or do you keep your projects secret until they are complete?

I usually just wait until I have a whole manuscript before I pass it along to my beta readers. Seems to work better for them.

 Do you have any special talents? (Singing, dancing, juggling, gardening, etc.)

I’m actually a very good salsa dancer. 

LOVE EASY (Historical Romance)

Burb

News reporting is the main joy in Norma Hill's life. She is hell-bent on being more than a weather reporter, but new tyrant boss, Henry Chapel, doesn't agree. While she is following a news lead, Henry saves her from a handsy heir. His words warn her of danger, but his actions stir deeper emotions. Despite his gruff words, can she find the love forever absent from her life?

Pompous and determined, Henry Chapel revives sagging rags and brings them to their former glory. When Lawson Publishing begs Henry to take over the Chicago Daily News, he is more than happy to comply; after all, it had been his favorite newspaper as a child. What he didn't anticipate was a fiery sass-mouthed weather reporter to contend with. He also didn't anticipate finding what he'd been looking for his whole life in the press room.

Excerpt

            A loud crash startled him from his nostalgic reverie. The hefty door to his office swung with the full force of a motorcar barreling down Michigan Avenue, one with an ossified driver behind the wheel, no doubt. The metal knob crashed into the plaster, leaving behind a round imprint.

            What the hell?

            Behind the ruckus was a tiny brunette standing in the doorway with defiance in her eyes. The little dame slammed the door shut and stood in front of his desk with her tiny palms planted firmly on her hips—her sweet tiny hips.

            “I know you said things will change around here, but I refuse to be a slave to you, Mr. Chapel! I am a professional reporter, and I will not be bullied by the likes of you.”

            Her face was beet red, masking her beauty. Exotic amber eyes twitched, and her loose raven curls swayed around her face with every head movement.

            He remained near the window, compressing his initial need to blow his top. His blood boiled with her blatant reproach. He’d never seen any female employee react that way. Mostly, he’d seen female employees pout and shed tears. This female did neither, and it stimulated him in a way he didn’t expect.

            He narrowed his eyes. Sure, he remembered her. If he wasn’t mistaken, she’d stood with her arms crossed and a sneer on her lips during his introduction speech. He studied her lips, her very kissable lips. His mind rattled with aversion and intrigue. He should’ve known then she’d be trouble.

Buy links

The Wild Rose Press

http://www.wildrosepublishing.com/maincatalog_v151/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=5683

Amazon

http://www.amazon.com/Love-Easy-Roe-Valentine-ebook/dp/B00ILXYEMS

Barnes and Noble

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/love-easy-roe-valentine/1119739945?ean=2940149690428

Kobo

http://prod-www.kobobooks.com/ebook/Love-Easy/book-uK8ADuz2O0GrIydgbedOhg/page1.html

iTunes

https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/love-easy/id889780392?mt=11

ROE VALENTINE BIO

Roe Valentine was born into the right family. Not only does the name Valentine suit her, but her grandmother, unknowingly, introduced the young Ms. Valentine to her first romance novel. She hasn’t read anything else since. She calls herself a romantic at heart and believes that love conquerors all.

The San Antonio native, who now lives in Houston, attempted to write her first contemporary romance novel when she was nineteen years old. That attempt didn’t take, but her story has a happy ending. She kept pursuing the dream until she landed her first publishing contract in 2013.

When not busy writing or reading love stories, Roe can often be found in a yoga class or chatting with friends at her favorite coffee shop. Enjoying margaritas with some girl-talk isn’t unusual for her either. For a night in, she watches reruns of her favorite TV shows and, of course, romantic comedies on her Roku, usually with a glass of wine.

Roe Valentine also LOVES talking to readers. You can contact her in the following ways:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/RoeValentine

Twitter: @roevalentine

Goodreads: www.goodreads.com/RoeValentine

Website: www.roevalentine.com

E-mail: info@roevalentine.com

Elle Marlow's Valentine's Day Book Blitz.

~ Elle Marlow’s Valentine’s Day Book Blitz ~

Valentine’s Day has come and gone but you can rekindle the excitement by reading Elle Marlow’s two new releases. 

The Gambler’s Passion and Pour Me are available now. 

The Gambler's Passion Blurb: 

Beautiful Arizona Summers is determined to fulfill her mother's dying wish and realize her dreams-even if it means dancing at Bare Backed Belles, cheating at high stakes poker or running from a spray of bullets with a man she's given her innocence to. She'd do it all and over again to find love and keep her promise.

Jace Forrester gets a thrill out of living a double life. Preacher's son by day, card hustler by night. Always after the big win, he can't resist Arizona's ultimate challenge. He may lose more than he bargain for-his heart.

Excerpt:

“The plan? The plan? Oh, pigeon, you went way beyond our plans! What was I supposed to do when you flashed your cleavage and those long legs of yours?” he asked incredulously, his eyes flashing. She gave him her best bored expression, then shrugged innocently. “We had a plan, and… you blew it.”

 “I blew it?” She watched amused as he rubbed his chin and considered her words. “You know what? You’re right. I should completely ignore how amazingly beautiful you are and stick to our plans. I won’t make that mistake again, Pigeon!  Thanks for reminding me of my place!” He was peering down at her trying to judge her reaction. She tried to keep a poker face. Was that disappointment? She sure as hell hoped so. “I don’t think you can do it,” she teased. “You don’t?” “Nope. You’re a man. Men have needs. I can play you like a cheap fiddle if I wanted.”

 “You know, I don’t think your mother would approve of this new you.”

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SmashWord

Pour Me Blurb:

Wanted: One Cowgirl Mommy

That was the ad right next to the bartending one. Carly wasn't sure she was prepared for either, but she was heading back to Arizona regardless. Running from her past and hopefully to a brighter future, Carly couldn't predict that all three would collide and force her to face her demons. And sexy cowboy, Cade McCormick would be to blame for all of it.

Cade had to be careful about the women involved in little Danni's life. A cowgirl was on the bottom of his list! But time has a way of changing hearts and minds roping the past together. Is his new bartender really the woman he thought he lost years ago? Did little Danni really place an ad to find her?

Excerpt:

Cade moaned and tightened his grip on her. She melted into him, savoring the passion unlike anything she had ever experienced in her past. Her body was on fire and just burned hotter as the minutes passed. When Cade pulled away, she almost fell into him.

His hands gripped her and steadied her on her feet, as he looked down on her with a heavy expression.

“I guess I overstepped the lines again. I keep losing my mind around you, Carly Stevens.

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HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!

A Perfect Secret by Donna Hatch. Excerpt. Giveaway.

I have a special excerpt from A Perfect Secret by Donna Hatch today!

 

 Title: A Perfect Secret

Author: Donna Hatch

Release date: November, 2013

Genre: Historical Romance

Tour: Irresistible Reads Book Tours

Book Description:

Desperate to protect her father from trial and death, Genevieve breaks off her engagement with Christian Amesbury and marries a blackmailer. After a year of marriage, she flees her husband's violent domination only to have fate bring her back to Christian. Just when she thinks she's started a new life of safety and solitude, her husband tracks her down, stalks her, and threatens everyone she loves.

Still brokenhearted over Genevieve's betrayal a year ago, Christian can't believe she's come back into his life--and worse, that she's done it on the anniversary of his brother's death, a death that haunts him. Though tempted to throw her back into the river where he found her, he can't leave her at the mercy of the terrifying man she married.

When her husband torments Genevieve and puts his family in danger, Christian will do anything to protect those he loves...anything except give Genevieve another chance to break his heart.

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/16057884-a-perfect-secret

About the Author:

I've had a passion for writing since the age of 8 when I wrote her first short story. During my sophomore year in high school, I wrote her first full-length novel, a science fiction romance. I wrote my second novel during my senior year, a fantasy romance. Needless to say, English and Creative Writing were always my favorite subjects. Yes, I'm a total grammar geek! In between caring for six children, (7 counting my husband) I manage to carve out time to indulge in my writing obsession, with varying degrees of success, although I write most often late at night instead of sleeping. And yes, all of my heroes are patterned after my husband of 21 years, who continues to prove that there really is a happily ever after.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RomanceAuthorDonnaHatch

Official Website: http://donnahatch.com/

Book Excerpt

 Excerpt from A Perfect Secret by Donna Hatch ©Donna Hatch

Genevieve drew herself up and leveled an icy stare at the intruder. “Lord Wickburgh, I believe my father has made it clear that your business here is unwelcome.”

The stranger’s face relaxed into an icy smile. “Ah, Miss Marshall. Such a pleasure to see you again.” His gaze moved slowly down her body in a clear message. Genevieve’s skin crawled but she glared at him. He would not intimidate her. Christian’s love had made her bold.

Papa flicked a brief glance at Genevieve, his chocolate brown eyes which mirrored her own filled with agony. He quickly donned his propriety. “This is none of your concern, Jenny.”

“Of course it’s her concern.” Wickburgh began swinging his walking stick, narrowly missing a flower-filled vase atop a Chippendale side table. “You see my dear, your father was about to find the means by which to settle a debt with me.”

Genevieve narrowed her gaze. “I doubt very much my father owes you a gambling debt since he seldom gambles.”

“Oh, but he did, a wager of the worst kind—with fate.”

Papa said more forcefully, “Genevieve, leave us.”

Genevieve offered an apologetic smile to her father and cast an open glare at Wickburgh. “I assume you have vowels to prove this gambling debt?”

“I do, indeed—a letter that my brother dictated on his deathbed. It only just arrived.” He withdrew a folded paper and waved it in front of them. “I must warn you however; it is much more damming than a mere gambling debt. This letter is very revealing about the part your father played in a mutiny.”

Any other time, she would have been frightened of this stern man who watched her too closely, too hotly, but at the moment, her righteous anger overpowered her fear. Her face flushed in indignation at his horrible lies. “Impossible. Papa would never take part in a mutiny. He served king and country faithfully for many years.”

She folded her arms, wishing she were taller and better able to look Papa’s accuser in the eye to prove he didn’t frighten her. Really, it was difficult to be impressive when one was barely five feet tall. But she made up for it with what she hoped would be a fearsome glare.

With a measured smile, Wickburgh handed her the letter. “Read it for yourself. Quite a diverting tale.”

She snatched the document from his hands and read, the blood draining out of her face. The letter did, indeed, narrate a convincing and condemning story about her father and his crew mutinying when he’d served as second lieutenant. Surely this mutiny story was a lie.

She waved the letter in front of the viscount. “I don’t believe this. It can’t be true.”

Wickburgh gestured to her father. “Ask him.”

“That won’t be necessary. My father is a good man.”

Wickburgh merely watched her with that hungry, possessive stare of his. Genevieve rubbed sweaty palms down her skirts. She glanced at Papa who had sunk into a chair with his head in his hands, his shoulders slumped as if utterly defeated. For the first time, doubt crept in. A knot twisted in her stomach.

“Papa?”

Her father lowered his hands, staring at the floor. “It’s true

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