Random Ramblings & Giveaway

I'm a procrastinator.

Seriously.
I have around twenty partially written blog posts, several spotlight posts, multiple reviews - some are half written or lack substance, or they are scribbled on pieces of paper in a pile on my desk!

I feel blocked. Stymied. Burnt out.
I really need a kick in the pants, a hot poker to the ass so-to-speak!

Although I did get my reading mojo back. I'm not reading a ton of books - but at least I'm reading again. But I'm using the 50 page rule - if the book hasn't caught my interest in some way, shape, or form, then it's heading to the DNF (did not finish) pile.
Gone. Finito. Bye-bye.

Some bloggers I know have just given up, shut down their blogs. A lack of support, pressure to rate high stars etc amongst the many reasons to remove themselves from the blogging community. I don't think I'll ever reach that point, but sometimes it is nice to step away....

I'd love to know, what are your tricks for fighting burn out?
Leave me a comment (please include contact email address) with your advice or just say hi, and I'll pick one winner to receive a $5 Amazon gift card!!

Release Day Blitz ~ Snake Eyes by Melissa Pearl

Snake Eyes

By Melissa Pearl

January 30, 2015

Caitlyn Davis expects her sophomore year at UCLA to be perfect...until she walks into her dorm room to find Special Agent Zoey Kaplan of the FBI waiting for her. In that instant, she knows her idyllic year with new best friends, Nicole and Dale, along with her super hot boyfriend, Eric, is about to fall apart.

Having been forced to work with the FBI months earlier, Caity accidentally gave away her special ability to read people's emotions and know whether they were telling the truth. Now, Kaplan wants Caity to go undercover again for a secret operation that will bring her close to the sadistic Diego Mendez, a man believed to be involved in human trafficking.

Eric Shore is not a man who trusts easily. Having been burned multiple times, it’s hard for him to open up completely, but his love for Caity makes him want to try. Yet, her sudden withdrawal worries him, particularly when she chooses to spend time with her new roommate, Quella Mendez, over him. When Caity’s behavior begins to match that of her wild roommate, Eric wonders if their relationship is as strong as he believed.

As Caity struggles to maintain her relationship and do her job, she finds herself pulled further into a dangerous world that could take away everything she holds dear. Will Eric learn the truth in time to save her? Or will the man with the eyes of a snake destroy their perfect romance?

AMAZON: http://amzn.to/1wGtgJ7
SW: http://bit.ly/1tBKlsu
iBOOKS: http://bit.ly/1ySy6YZ
BN: http://bit.ly/1zFMqXl

I had the chance to read Snake Eyes this week and it really is an awesome story - full review to come - watch this space!

~*~ABOUT MELISSA PEARL~*~

Melissa Pearl was born in Auckland, New Zealand, but has spent much of her life abroad, living in countries such as Jordan, Cyprus and Pakistan... not to mention a nine month road trip around North America with her husband. "Best. Year. Ever!!" She now lives in China with her husband and two sons. She is a trained elementary teacher, but writing is her passion. Since becoming a full time mother she has had the opportunity to pursue this dream and her debut novel hit the internet in November 2011. Since then she has continued to produce a steady stream of books, ranging in genres from Fantasy to Contemporary Romance. She loves the variety and is excited about the books she has coming up in 2015.

"I am passionate about writing. It stirs a fire in my soul that I never knew I had. I want to be the best writer I can possibly be and transport my readers into another world where they can laugh, cry and fall in love."

Release Day Blitz ~ Trace's Temptation by Dawn Sullivan

Trace's Temptation Release Day Blitz!

RARE: Rescue and Retrieval Extractions 

-they took on the missions that 

no one else wanted and did not 

stop until the job was done 

Trace has found his mate, but before he can claim her, he must eliminate the threat from his past. Returning to the place where all of his nightmares began, Trace must fight for his life and his future. Jade was stolen when she was a child and was held captive by the General for most of her life. She was rescued by RARE and reunited with the mother she thought she lost so long ago. 

Jade spent the past 20 years hiding her true nature, allowing others to see only a sweet, gentle Omega wolf. After being set free, she is slowly allowing her true self to show. Jade has found her mate, but now must wait for his return. When she finds out Trace is in trouble, she vows to bring him home and nothing or no one will stand in her way. 

RARE must once again do what they do best. Track down Trace and eliminate the evil that threatens them. 

Jade's strength and determination are tested in the process. But her pull to Trace will not let her admit defeat. They say what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, but will Jade survive if RARE doesn’t make it to Trace in time? 

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Buy Links:

Amazon

​US: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SQI51X4

UK: http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00SQI51X4?*Version*=1&*entries*=0

CA: http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00SQI51X4?*Version*=1&*entries*=0

AU: http://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B00SQI51X4?*Version*=1&*entries*=0

Barnes & Noble

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/traces-temptation-dawn-sullivan/1121114600?ean=2940149922154

Link to Trace's Temptation Video

https://animoto.com/play/v3nNOwJyedpwPj0eL7Nu1A

Link to Meet RARE Video:

https://animoto.com/play/Rl4WZcoq04gq75ukYrRZlA

About the Author

I have a wonderful, supportive husband and three beautiful children. I enjoy spending time with all of them which normally involves some baseball, shooting hoops, taking walks, watching movies, and of course reading.

My passion for reading began at a very young age and only grew over time. Whether I was bringing home a book from the library, or sneaking one of my mom's romance novels and reading by the light in the hallway when we were supposed to be sleeping, I always had a book.

I read several different genres and subgenres, but Paranormal Romance and Romantic Suspense have always been my favorites. I read anything by Katie Reus, Lora Leigh, J.R. Ward and Rebecca Zanetti.

I have always made up my own stories, and have just recently decided to start sharing them. I hope everyone enjoys reading them as much as I enjoy writing them.

Cover Reveal ~ Hourglass Cubed by K.S. Smith & Megan C. Smith

Title: Hourglass Cubed

Authors: K.S. Smith & Megan C. Smith

Genre: Contemporary Romance

Publisher: Blue Tulip Publishing

Love him, or loathe him — there is no denying that Lucas Wellington is eye candy at its finest.

Lucas Wellington has tried relationships, tried so hard he dated two girls at one time and paid the cost dearly when they caught him red-handed. Now Luke is back to his bachelor ways and enjoying all it has to offer, that is, until he literally gets ran over by one woman who won’t give him the time of day. Determined to get this new challenge beneath him in bed, Luke pulls out all the stops until he is successful. But when Luke realizes that Julianna’s hold on him is just as strong he panics.

Julianna Grimaldi is the physical therapist for the Denver Broncos and has heard all about the one and only Luke Wellington. Having witnessed his destruction first hand, she is immune to all of his charm and charisma, or at least that’s what she thinks. Trying with all her might to spare her heart she resists Luke at every turn, but eventually he tears down her walls and makes her see that there may be more to the Denver Playboy than meets the eye. 

The question remains though, will Luke fall back on old habits and break Julianna’s heart or will he finally meet his match and find love.

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Read Chapter 1 on Wattpad: 

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Kobo - http://bit.ly/1CN5F0t

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Kobo - http://bit.ly/1BpR5aK

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About the Authors:

K.S. Smith is an aspiring new contemporary romance author. When she is not writing you will most likely find her tanning on the beautiful Florida beaches, spending time with her family and friends or dedicating her time to the military through her favorite non-profit organization.

K.S. Smith was born and raised in Tampa, FL and continues to build her life there in her new home with her boyfriend of ten years who will hopefully one day put all book boyfriends to shame with an out of this world proposal.

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Megan Smith was born and raised in beautiful Tampa, Florida where she spent her days falling in love with fictional characters from a very young age.

After marrying her best friend she relocated to North Carolina to support her husband’s career as a U.S. Marine. During her time in North Carolina Megan was blessed with 3 beautiful children who have kept her constantly busy chasing after them and enjoying the daily routine of motherhood.

Most recently Megan and her family have relocated to St. Petersburg, Florida where she has spent the past few months achieving her lifelong dream of publishing her very first novel; as well as continuing to submerge herself in some of her favorite books while appreciating a glass of wine and her favorite, salted pretzel Milanos. 

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Blog Tour & Giveaway ~ The Lover's Promise by J.C. Reed

The Lover's Promise
Author: J.C. Reed
Genre: Mature New Adult/Adult Contemporary Romance
Release Date: January 26th, 2015
Length: 300 pages

Book Description:

Meeting Jett was like lighting a match. Dangerous. Scorching. And better left untouched. In his game, some secrets can be deadly.

Brooke Stewart, a realtor in New York, is sure of one thing. She has to stay away from the one man who betrayed her. He fooled her once, and she won’t let it happen again. When her loans are settled by the very man who’s a murder suspect, little choice does she have than to confront him and risk falling for him again.

Dangerously sexy and arrogant millionaire Jett Mayfield knows his secrets destroy trust. However, when they serve to protect the woman he loves, he has no intention of risking Brooke’s life. When Brooke seeks him to get an explanation, little does he know that there’s something worse that threatens to destroy their lives. Soon there’s only one choice: break or get broken. When everything is spiraling out of control, will his promise keep her by his side…or will he lose her forever?

A man who will never forget her

A woman who can’t trust him

Both are on the run

2 Lives. 2 Destinies.

One Promise

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