A Merciless Cinderella, An Erotic Western & Writing Sci Fi Too! Meet the very talented author Ken Charles Feb 24 - 26

The Winner of a choice of  Sex Tales From West County: Billy's Tale or Slightly Twisted Sisters is Shadow! 

Congratulations!

Ken Charles is the darker and naughtier alter ego of Charlie Kenmore, the author of

Earth Angel and other Seven Realms Tales, several screenplays and numerous short stories.
He started writing corporal punishment (CP) erotica after coming home frustrated one night after being stood up on a first date. Originally intent on writing a “WHACK-OUCH-WHACK-OUCH” tale just to vent some spleen, Ken's plan was foiled when the story actually took on a life of its own and developed a plot line. It became one of Ken's most popular stories. Since then, Ken has taken CP from the bedroom to outer space. Whether set forth in flash fiction or in a novella, rubifaction is guaranteed.

We are very excited to have Ken Charles visit our blog this weekend. Our virtual location is a 1800 western brothel in Missouri. Yes, we are time-traveling to the past. Shhhh....Ken doesn't know exactly where we'll chat. We only sent him an address and a time to show up. So while we wait, let's go on inside, sit at the bar and have a few shots with the lovely ladies (painted ladies as they were referred to back then).

The ladies lounging on the chaise, eagerly look at the door as we make our way in. Their faces quickly showing disappointment, as they can clearly see we aren't clients. Stale cigar smoke and cheap perfume lingers heavy in the air. The bartender greets us with a nod.

Ahhh, here's Ken! *several of the ladies saunter up to Ken* Ummm, girls, he is with us. *takes Ken's arm* Let's find a table. Bartender, another round please.

Brenda & Steve: Hi Ken, hope your trip was too difficult! We’re so excited you could join us for a chat. When did you first decide to submit your work to be published? Tell us what or who encouraged you to take this big step.

Ken: My name is Ken Charles. I’m the darker, naughtier alter ego of fantasy author Charlie Kenmore. I’ve been writing erotica for years, much of it for Alexx Mom Cat, but Charlie’s ego wouldn’t let me get published first. Alexx is the one that suggested that I clean up some of the stories and see what happened.

Brenda & Steve: Please tell us a little about your new release Sex Tales from West County-Billy’s Tale without giving too much of a spoiler away.

Ken: Billy’s Tale is the story of 28 year old Billy (surprise!) who was orphaned as a child, and raised, as a matter of duty, by an extremely rich, but emotionally distant, grandmother. At 18, he turned his back on the money, and moved to LA where he put himself through school. Despite the snub, Grandmother leaves him everything when she dies. Billy returns to St. Louis with more money and leisure time than he ever imagined. He uses some of his new resources to open his dream business, and some of it to explore the kinky side of his sexuality.

Billy’s Tale was an interesting story to write, because I started in the middle. For several years, I had a single scene in mind. I just never had a proper vehicle to put the scene in. I decided to write the scene which is found in Billy and Missy’s first morning after (the excerpt below), and the rest of Billy’s Tale filled in around it.

Brenda & Steve: Do you plan all your characters out before you start a story or do they develop as you write?

Ken: I am a pantser, not a plotter. The Muse provides characters and events as they are needed. In the case of Billy’s Tale, only Billy and Missy were in mind at the outset of the tale.

Brenda & Steve: How much research do you do for your books? Have you found any cool tidbits in your research?

Ken: I drop ship my research as needed. If I need a cool car, a medical device, or anything else, I go to the web and make a quick search. Charlie does that also, but as a fantasist, more often than not he’ll just make up whatever he needs.

Brenda & Steve: What is your writing process? Do you outline, write by the seat of your pants (Pantser) or a combination of both?

Ken: As noted previously, I am an unashamed, unabashed pantser. Sometimes I’ll have an idea for a climax and have to figure out a story to get there. Other times, I’ll have a thought to the effect “What if...” and I’ll start writing and see where it leads.

Brenda & Steve: Do you write full time? What did you do before you became a writer or still do?

Ken:  My day job is still as a licensed professional, but I’m hoping to set that aside when I grow up. I’ve also contacted the state about becoming a lottery annuitant, but so far, the state keeps picking the wrong numbers.

Brenda & Steve: Do you have a ritual when it comes to writing? Example….get coffee, blanket, paper, pen, laptop and a comfy place.

Ken: Writing is dependent upon two factors, iced tea and chocolate (if it’s afternoon). The rest is just details.

Brenda & Steve: Describe a typical writing day for you.

Ken: Top off the iced tea. Yell at my heart of hearts, Alexx Mom Cat, online at her work for not taking our 18 year old cat (who is now perched on my shoulder) to work with her. Make sure the chocolate is in reach. Aaaaaaaaand I’m off!

Brenda & Steve: Please give us a sneak peek at your future books. What’s on the horizon?

Ken: I have two more ebooks ready to release in February. Slightly Twisted Sisters is due out from No Boundaries Press. This is a collection of 14 short stories that are a bit edgier than most of my stories. The heroines are haughty, headstrong, bitchy and even outright sociopathic. There is sex, but sex isn’t the focus.

I have two more works under contract with NBP, Venus & Marks and CP Tales Across Time and Space due out  in a couple of months.

The Mercies of Cinderella is due out on Leap Day from Naughty Nights Press.

Payback is a bitch, and so at times is Cinderella. Cinderella is about to marry Prince Charming. Her evil Step Mother and Stepsisters have been convicted of high treason for their conspiracy to prevent the Prince from finding his true love, and are awaiting sentencing. Before the Prince passes sentence, Cinderella asks to take them into her custody for a year to determine whether she may speak on their behalves. The Prince grants her request, and remands the Step relations to one year under the tender mercies of Cinderella.

During this year, while Cinderella basks in the boundless love of the Prince and the joy of her first pregnancy, she applies the hard lessons she learned growing up to her Stepsisters, expressing her concern for their moral edification and well being with various paddles, straps, and even the scapula of a giant trap-door spider. Step Mother, who taught her that nothing in life is free, has to pay for her keep with sexual favors for all who provide her with any goods or services.

(I don't expect Disney to option this story for Cinderella 2.)

Brenda & Steve: The Mercies of Cinderella and Slightly Twisted Sisters were released early. Congratulations! What is your favorite genre to read and who is your favorite author?

Ken: Tough call. I read in all sorts of genres. I love political intrigue and espionage novels. I read mysteries and science fiction and fantasy.  Each genre has its own standard bearers, but some of my regular “gotta read” authors include James Patterson, Jim Butcher, Harlan Coben, Stewart Woods, and a number of others. With regard to erotica, hands down my favorite is Anonymous, the Shakespeare of the genre. Anonymous’s work spans the entire spectrum, from Victorian assignations to Steam Punk trysts.

Brenda & Steve: Is there anything else you would like to tell the readers we have not touched on?

Ken: I am working on the next volume of Sex Tales from West County with Erin O’Riordan. Billy is back, and is looking for some very specific kinds of hook-ups.

Brenda & Steve: Where can the readers learn more about you and find your books on the web? 

Ken: I am a frequent guest on my alter ego’s blog the Seven Realms Earthside Communications Center.  I can be found on Facebook

and at kencharles925@gmail.com.

Brenda & Steve: Ken, thank you again for visiting with us. Readers below is an excerpt to tickle your fancy.

Sex Tales from West County-Billy’s Tale Excerpt: (Suggested background music -- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0aA4seB6ou8 )

     Missy swept her tongue back the other way and proceeded up the shaft. When she reached the top, she put him back in her mouth and bobbed up and down several times to ensure that he was as hard as he was going to get.

     She lifted her head clear, but continued stroking him with her left hand. She reached over to the side table and the remaining condom. She ripped it open with her teeth, then put the condom in her mouth. She leaned over and slid the condom over his turgid rod, using only her mouth.

     Missy clambered over him, faced and straddled him, and slowly impaled herself, singing softly to herself something like “Dum-de-de-dum-de-de-dum”. When he was fully inside her, she stopped and enjoyed the sensation of being filled. Billy reached up and squeezed her breasts. She closed her eyes, and began posting up and down, slowly and rhythmically to the music in her head. She continued to mouth the words silently, but occasionally gave voice to some of the lyrics, something about going into the city to save a horse.

     She continued to post. Each time she started down, Billy thrust upwards to meet her halfway. He rolled her nipples back and forth, then mashed her full breasts together. He pinched the nipples. Missy gasped and smiled and said something about gigging frogs.

     “I'll gig your frogs, baby.” He pinched her nipples again. “Frogs. That's a new one to me. Jugs, boobs, honkers, tomatoes, melons, tits, knockers, sure. Frogs? Nope. That one is new.”

     She giggled, then went back to mouthing her lyrics. She continued steadily lifting herself up, then slamming back down. Her breathing quickened. Billy squeezed her breasts together, did his first abdominal crunch of the day, and licked both of her nipples. 
     “What? What?”

     He dropped back against the pillow. “What?”

     When she didn't answer, Billy reluctantly released his grip on her right frog and gave her a sharp smack on her bruised bottom. Missy yelped, then threw her head back and screamed. “Yeeeeeeeeeehaw. Way to go, cowboy!” Billy thrust upwards just as Missy threw her weight back, practically doubling the heat and pressure on the top of his driving piston. Billy threw his head back in the pillows and came hard.

Billy's Tale on Amazon and No Boundaries Press

The Mercies of Cinderella on Amazon, All Romance and Smashwords

Slightly Twisted Sisters on No Boundaries Press and Amazon

Ken Charles on Smashwords

Ken is featuring a giveaway! The winner having a choice of Sex Tales From West County: Billy's Tale or Slightly Twisted Sisters.
Draw will be held Feb 27. 

Strangers brought together in a dark hotel elevator by a fierce storm - Sandra Bunino VBT Pit Stop Feb 22

Click on the image to visit the Meet & Greet with Sandra 

on VBT Cafe and watch the book trailer!

We are very excited to have Sandra Bunino with us today. This is why we love hosting for VBT Cafe; we get to meet awesome new authors!

Sandra is here to promote her new release Marooned in Miami. Love the cover - so sexy!!

Before we get to the Q&As here's a little about Sandra, so you can get to know her better.

Sandra Bunino began a love of romance stories while penning a creative writing assignment in high school. The story ended with the heroine receiving a long stem red rose in her locker on Valentine’s Day. Since then, all of her stories feature the hero presenting the heroine with roses. Sandra is constantly searching for different ways to achieve a heart-pumping, stomach-flipping, breath-catching reaction from her readers.

These days, Sandra lives on a wooded mountaintop not far from New York City with her family. Living so close to the city affords her the best of both worlds and provides wonderful writing material. She occasionally pretends to be in a Sex in the City episode and has renamed her best girlfriends Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda which she blogs about often.

Sandra’s first release is an erotic romance novella entitled Marooned in Miami and is currently hard at work on the sequel.

Brenda & Steve: Sandra, welcome to our blog! We’re so excited you could join us for a chat. When did you first decide to submit your work to be published? Tell us what or who encouraged you to take this big step.

Sandra: Hey Brenda and Steve! I’m so happy to be on your blog today. Thanks for having me. I started writing erotic romance when I felt unfulfilled with many of the mainstream romance books I read. Then I discovered Lynda Chance, an author I adored. She wrote her heroes just how I like them – tall, dark, sexy and very Alpha. After reading all of her books, I contacted her to get some advice about the publishing process. She was so encouraging I decided take the plunge and submitted my erotic novella, Marooned in Miami, to Bradley Publishing. Bradley sent me a contract and a few months later it was out in the eBook marketplace.

Brenda & Steve: Please tell us a little about your new release, Marooned in Miami, without giving too much of a spoiler away.

Sandra: Marooned in Miami is a saucy, sexy, sensual story about strangers brought together in a dark hotel elevator by a fierce storm.

Stephanie, still reeling from a failed marriage, needs a break from the past. She decides to take her friends’ advice and finds a perfect stranger for a night of no-strings-attached, smoking hot sex. Jason, a wealthy Seattle builder has the worst luck with love. Swearing he would never allow another woman to get under his skin, Jason decides a life of casual sex is just fine with him. While watching Stephanie’s sexy stilettos click across the lobby floor, he zeros in on his next conquest.

Cut off from the outside world, the lives of these two strangers collide and burn with desire when stranded in the perfect storm. Both are content with the idea of sharing a glorious one-night stand together; that is, until they go their separate ways.

 

Undeniable lust and a fierce Miami storm bring sexy strangers together at The Hotel Del Santos for a passion filled night.

Stephanie, still reeling from a failed marriage, needs a break from the past. She decides to take her friends’ advice and finds a perfect stranger for a night of no-strings-attached, smoking hot sex.

Jason, a wealthy Seattle builder has the worst luck with love. Swearing he would never allow another woman to get under his skin, Jason decides a life of casual sex is just fine with him. While watching Stephanie’s sexy stilettos click across the lobby floor he zeros in on his next conquest.

Cut off from the outside world, the lives of these two strangers collide and burn with desire when stranded in the perfect storm. Both are content with the idea of sharing a glorious one-night stand together, that is, until they go their separate ways.

Brenda & Steve: Do you plan all your characters out before you start a story or do they develop as you write?

Sandra: I plan out certain physical and emotional traits but my characters definitely develop as the story unfolds. I find they soon take on a life of their own. For example, in Marooned in Miami, I originally wrote Jason as a gruff but sexy ultra Alpha hero. As the story advances, his rough edge softens slightly. This progression is important to the story and the connection between Stephanie and Jason. (For the record, Jason retains every ounce of sexiness. *smiles*

Brenda & Steve: How much research do you do for your books? Have you found any cool tidbits in your research?

Sandra: I love sexy locales and have been to each location I write about in my books. Marooned in Miami is set in a small boutique hotel off Ocean Drive in South Beach. Other great locations that will end up in my stories are Las Vegas, New York City, Santa Monica, Martha’s Vineyard, Cape May and Cozumel. I’m a fan of setting detail and like to be as accurate as possible, so I even researched the type of wood used in the banister and steps of the grand staircase at the Hotel Del Santos in Marooned in Miami (chestnut – in case you’re curious).

Brenda & Steve: What is your writing process? Do you outline, write by the seat of your pants (Pantser) or a combination of both?

Sandra: I try to outline but the plan soon flies out the window; I’m a total Pantser!

Brenda & Steve: Do you write full time? What did you do before you became a writer or still do?

Sandra: My husband and I are working toward me writing full time but currently I work in Human Resources. I actually find some great material on the job. I wrote a short story for an erotic anthology called Felt Tips (Fall 2012 release) about a lustful office romance. The CEO and consultant creatively found a loophole in the company’s “hands off” policy. *winks*

Brenda & Steve: Do you have a ritual when it comes to writing? Example….get coffee, blanket, paper, pen, laptop and a comfy place.

Sandra: I love to sit down to write with a nice glass of red wine (my current fav is Manage a Trois – it’s a Cali Zin/Cab/Merlot blend – delish!), my Mac and my maltipoo on my lap.

Brenda & Steve: Describe a typical writing day for you.

Sandra: I don’t have many “writing days,” more like “writing chunks of time.” I love to grab a corner table at my local Starbucks with my laptop and a hot grande non-fat latte for a few hours where I can get lost in my story.

Brenda & Steve: Please give us a sneak peek at your future books. What’s on the horizon?

Sandra: I’m so excited about my 2012 line-up of releases. There is a sequel to Marooned in Miami underway titled Lusted in Las Vegas. Stephanie and Jason’s story will continue in Sin City! I’m also working on a summer release called Sara’s Smile -- I’m currently in edit mode on this one. It’s a sweet story about lost lovers finding each other years later. Yes, it’s sweet but also sexy as hell due to the smoking hot chemistry between Sara and Will. I also have a WIP about a modern day pirate set in Cozumel. It’s my first foray into BDSM territory. I’m looking forward to tearing into this one soon!

Brenda & Steve: What is your favorite genre to read and who is your favorite author?

Sandra: I love to read anything in the romance genre but I also change it up a bit and throw in a good mystery here and there. There are so many fantastic authors out there, including those I consider friends and colleagues, so I simply cannot chose one. 

Brenda & Steve: Is there anything else you would like to tell the readers we have not touched on?

Sandra: Shoes! I’m such a shoe girl. Last weekend I went on a buying spree and snatched up a few beauties. I have a blog called ALL THINGS GIRL where I cover anything that would interest the fairer sex. I’ve covered thongs, music, men, even vibrators but the shoe posts garner the most comments. Chicks love their shoes!

Brenda & Steve: Where can the readers learn more about you and find your books on the web?

Sandra: My book is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble and AllRomance eBooks. I love interacting with friends and fans on Twitter, Facebook and Goodreads.

Brenda & Steve: Sandra, thank you so much for stopping by today. You have something else to tell the readers!

Sandra: Yes I do! Also, I’m giving away an eBook to one lucky commenter and each commenter is automatically entered into my Kindle giveaway! Drawing for eBook held on Feb 24. Good luck!!

Love these shoes! 

Dylan and Rainie's Turn to Talk - Rainie's Lake, Characters Interview

Thank you for joining us today as we chat with Dylan and Rainie on the porch at the cabin.  This is our first interview with characters and both let us know they wanted to chat! Now, we won't allow them to give spoilers away, but we do hope you'll come to love these two as we do. 

We're sitting here enjoying the breathtaking view of the pine trees and the serene mountains. Dylan is making us coffee. He's such the host! Rainie will be here soon. 

Later if you want to stretch your legs and walk about, you'll probably find Rainie down by the lake. She wanders in the fog early mornings and before dusk. Be careful by the lake's edge, the fog is thick and the water is freezing this time of year. The dock would be the safest place to stand and chat with her one on one.

 

Ah, here's Dylan now with steaming mugs to go around. Thanks Dylan!

Brenda & Steve: Dylan, we hope you're enjoying your vacation. Tell us a little bit about you and your job as an art instructor.

Dylan: You're welcome and actually I am! Well, *chuckles* I'm really pretty boring. I love to fish so when I saw the ad for the cabin with the private dock, and the spectacular view, I knew this place was my destination. I teach at the local arts & design college within a few miles of my home. Every quarter, I have the pleasure of instructing very gifted students; about 15 to 20 in the class. I guess being one of the youngest instructors helps too. My students and I really connect.

Brenda & Steve: We did hear the fishing is good in these parts. What prompted this alone time?

Dylan: This vacation was long over due since I haven't taken time for myself in four years. As you can see it's a beautiful area for an artist to get the creative juices flowing. I hoped to find inspiration to put the brush to canvas and I did. *grins*

Brenda & Steve: We see the grin on your face. And here's the reason! Hi Rainie, glad you have joined us. 

 

*Dylan stands and offers Rainie his chair*

Rainie: *smiles, pulling the hood away from her head* Hi Brenda & Steve! 

*Dylan rests his hand on her shoulder. Rainie places her hand over his, giving it a squeeze*

Brenda & Steve: Rainie, you're from this area. Tell us a little bit about yourself  and growing up here.

Rainie: I grow up in the next town. After I graduated from college, I returned and taught at the grammar school. My parents rented this cabin a few times when I was a little girl. I have wonderful memories of playing out by the dock and on the lake that I try to keep in the forefront of my mind because there's a sad memory here too. *tightens her grip on Dylan's hand*

Brenda & Steve:*sighs* We know there are good times and bad times here, so let's keep the chat in a happy mode for now. Dylan, what was it about Rainie that drew you to her.

Dylan: *takes a lingering glance at Rainie* Her eyes captured me. They're a beautiful green and get darker depending on her mood. Oh, and her smile which reaches her eyes first.  Ummm, her butt too; I loved watching her walk away but hoped she would always return. *winks at Rainie*

Brenda & Steve: That's so sweet and romantic! Rainie, same question to you. What drew you to Dylan?

Rainie: *blushes* Dylan, you just had to add how much you liked my backside! Let's see, he makes great coffee don't you think! *laughs*  His boyish good looks, sandy hair and his kindness.  I've never met a man as kind and giving as Dylan.

*A red 2012 Mustang pulls in the yard. A familiar, shapely brunette gets out of the car and waves*

Tonya: Hi everyone! I was out for a drive and thought I'd stopped by.


Brenda & Steve: *in unison* Hey Tonya! *each give her a hug* (Brenda) This is a surprise visit! We're chatting with Dylan and Rainie. 


*Steve offers his chair to Tonya*


Tonya: Thanks Steve. Nice to meet you Dylan and Rainie. *takes a second look at Dylan from head to toe* He's a keeper, Rainie. 

Brenda & Steve: (Brenda laughs) Tonya, hon, behave now. 

Tonya: What? I was just saying. Actually I have a few questions to ask. If I may be so bold.

Brenda & Steve: *Steve winks at Tonya* Bren, you know Tonya loves being in control since the switch. 

Tonya: *purrs* Yes, I cherish my new role. For my first question: What do each of you find attractive in the opposite sex? 

Rainie: Well Tonya, I mentioned earlier kindness and how kind Dylan is. The other traits would be a good sense of humor, compassion and a good kisser. 

Tonya: Oh, let me guess. Dylan is a good kisser among other things? 

Rainie: Yes to all! 

Dylan: *blushes* Okay, no kissing and telling here. Tonya, what I find most attractive in a female is a passion for life, a woman that keeps me smiling whether she is with me or I'm thinking of her. But most of all, a woman who doesn't give up and goes after what she wants or needs to do. 

Tonya: Well this brings me to my other question. *turns to look at Rainie* Rainie, you had a tragic past. What made you think Dylan would be the one to believe and help you?  

Rainie: *bites her lower lip, looks at Dylan* He cares for people and how they feel. I tried many times to get other people, who came to the cabin, to listen to me. No one believed me. Dylan did. I wish I could go back and change my life, and met Dylan back then; my life would have been so different. 

Dylan:  *kneels down beside Rainie, looks up at Tonya* We both wish we knew each other before the incident.  

Tonya: Thank goodness I brought tissues! *reaches in her leather coat pocket* 

Brenda & Steve: (Brenda) *sniffs* Okay, I'm getting teary-eyed all over again here. Rainie and Dylan, thank you for chatting with us today. Tonya, we're so glad you drove up to visit. It'll be dusk soon and we want to leave before the fog rolls in.  

Rainie: *stands* I need to take my walk near the lake. Dylan, we'll work on the sketch later this evening? 

Dylan: *rises, takes Rainie's hand and softly kisses her lips* Sure Rainie. Just a few more touches and I'll be ready to paint. 

*Brenda, Steve and Tonya watch the intimate exchange between the lovers before walking towards their cars*

Taking a long over due vacation, Art Instructor, Dylan Bishop is eager to start his trip to the cabin in the mountains. When he saw the photo online with the rental ad, he knew this was his destination. Being drawn to the lake nestled behind the cabin with a private dock, Dylan hopes to regain his inspiration to paint.

His vacation takes an erotic turn when he meets Rainie Marks on a foggy morning by the dock. She is the most beautiful woman he has ever seen. However, there is sadness and a mystery about her. Finding his inspiration, he sketches her one evening and unable to resist the passion that has sparked between them, Rainie and Dylan share a sensual night together.

When Rainie tells him the truth about her past and the lake, the mystery she hides unfolds. The key to everything is the lake. Will Dylan be able to help her put the past to rest?

5 star reviews and buy links:


Ray Sostre - The AfterDark World
Amazon
Smashwords
All Romance 
Xcite Books
Erotica Escapes Books
B&N

A yummy erotic tale with paranormal features, I loved this book! ~ Adriana Kraft

Bloodbreeders: The Revenge, Book 2 by Robin Renee Ray

Our dear friend, Robin Renee Ray, has released the 2nd installment in her series Bloodbreeders.

Bloodbreeders: The Revenge was released February 17, not only was this a celebration day for Renee on her book; it was also her birthday! 

Blurb:

Renee thought she had gone through the worse nightmare that any being could possibly dream up; little did she know that her adventure had just begun. Her intentions were to go back to Cuba and fulfill a promise made to the two that helped her escape the unbelievable hell that had become her life from the days of loving care back on the farm.

What she finds changes her destiny and places her path on one that was only found in the mind and tales of the ancient profits. Of course, the question remains, will she be able to fulfill the needs that have taken hold of what little heart she had left? Can the faith of a country girl with the help of those who would follow her into hell itself be enough, or will they find themselves in a situation that they cannot get out of?

You can find The Revenge on Smashwords, Amazon and Hellfire Publishing

If you haven't read BloodBreeders: Living in Darkness, you can purchase it on Smashwords, Amazon and Hellfire Publishing.

We're sure Renee had a great birthday party yesterday. However, we're sending someone to her door a day late. Here's a blast from the past Renee. Enjoy!!!*weg*

Book Marks Anyone? Come and Get Them!

Here's some bookmarks I created. This was supposed to be the little surprise for yesterday, but I was under the weather. I'm feeling much better today. *smiles*

Just right click and save to your desktop. On your desktop, while pressing Control (CTRL) click on each book mark to highlight all. Right click and hit print. Make sure page is Full Page Photo, uncheck the box below image Fit Picture to Frame, Quality should be 600x600 dpi, place 5 sheets of Glossy or Matted photo paper in paper tray. Print and cut. Hope you enjoy them! Laminate if you have a machine to last longer.

Have a great weekend! ~Brenda

Drum Roll Please.....The Two Commenters to Get Ebook Copies - RRR's BlogFest Feb 8 - 14

The Winners are.....

Diana Hartsock and Cheryllynne!!!

Congratulations Ladies. We'll be emailing you both two coupons from Smashwords for Rainie's Lake and Black & White Affair from bestloverintown@gmail.com

We thank everyone for reading the posts and commenting. 

Come back tomorrow because we have a little surprise for everyone.

Have a great rest of the week!

Brenda & Steve

Blogfest with Ravencraft's Romance Realm Feb 8 - 14 Day 7 “Best ‘First Love’ of 2011”

Happy Valentine's day!! 

And welcome to, sadly, the last day of the blog fest. This has really been a fun week! We have been reading your comments. Thank you! Later today, we'll come in and leave a comment on our first real Valentine's date. It's a cute story. Be sure you are leaving a comment on all the blogs to win prizes. You can follow the hop by clicking on the links at the bottom of this post.

"Best First Love of 2011" - This is a hard one. Thank goodness we watch 'Extra'!  LOL Yes we do, to kill time before we go to bed.

Our best first love for 2011 couple is Justine Timberlake and Jessica Biel. We know you probably laughed out really loud. 

But JT has come a long way from 'N Sync. We enjoyed his acting in The Social Network, Friends with Benefits and In Time (really good movie). Yea, we know he pulled that stunt with Janet Jackson during Super Bowl half-time. Don't be fooled - it was planned. 



And well, Jessica Biel is just one hot babe no matter what she does. We watched her as Mary on 7th Heaven as she grew up from goody-goody teen to become a rebellious young adult. Jessica left the show to pursue her acting career.

Online source Huffpost Celebrity in an article posted by Kelly Fisher, Jul 6th, 2012 states:

Exes Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel were spotted out together over the holiday weekend, sparking claims the couple have decided to give their 4-year relationship another try. The pair, who announced their split earlier this year, have been "quietly seeing each other again," a source told Us Weekly. 

In December 2011 Justin proposed to Jessica. We hope these two will put aside the glamor & evil of Hollywood and focus on their relationship. They make an awesome couple. Seeing them together on TV, in magazines and online, you definitely see they are meant to be. She is his Yin and he is her Yang.

We hope you have enjoyed our themes this week for Ravencraft's Romance Realm Valentine Blogfest and that you will continue to come back often to visit our blog. Steve and I are working on Scarlett's Cowboy, Triangle of Secrets, Book Two and we have in the works, an erotic time travel - present time to ancient Eygpt and a virtual erotic story - this is pure fantasy in an advanced computer era.

Oh and yes, by the way, Steve is my Yang!

We're going to give a copy of Rainie's Lake and a copy of 
our short read Black & White Affair to 
TWO lucky commenters. 

Just follow our blog and in your comment leave the name you followed under. That's it. 
Good luck! Drawings will be held February 15. 

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Blogfest with Ravencraft's Romance Realm Feb 8 - 14 Day 6 “First Breakup or Makeup”

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Ummm....The First Breakup or Makeup. Let's see. What can we say about either one. Sometimes we break up because it's the best thing for both parties. But then again, this person may become your "What If". You know what we're talking about! LOL And making up is sometimes the harder thing to do. Because you have to either admit you were wrong and apologize, or you have to forgive someone for something that really hurt.

This Valentine's Day, we hope you're in a very happy place. Whether you're single, married, engaged, living with your partner or just begun dating, you have to love yourself before you can give love to someone else.

Today we share Janet and Nathan's makeup from Best Lover in Town. Now this blurb is going to give away a few spoilers. You're thinking Ah Man! We know! But it's perfect for this theme. Enjoy! (we deleted a little to keep it P13!)

Janet can’t concentrate during the next workshop. She sneaks out to go back to her room. As she enters she sees the message light blinking on the phone. The message is from Nathan. He tells her he wants to explain about Madison and leaves his room number. Before she hangs up, she hears him say “Come to my room at seven thirty so we can talk.”

Janet strips before crawling into the bed. She dozes off while tears stream down her cheeks. 
She wakes abruptly seeing it is six thirty. Getting up out of the bed, she goes in to the bathroom and turns on the shower as hot as she can stand it. While washing, she runs her hands over her breasts remembering Nathan’s touch.

After she turns off the shower, she pats dry. She dries her hair leaving it loose to cascade down her back. “I will dress to kill just to show him what he has missed.” She walks over to the closet and decides on a black slim skirt along with a silk blue blouse. Putting back on the garter belt and black hose, she sprays cologne behind her knees and the inside of her thighs. She puts on her bra and lightly sprays her neck and wrists with more cologne. As she buttons up the blouse, she looks in the mirror. My black heels with the ankle straps will be perfect.

“Okay. I think I am ready for this,” she mutters, straightening her shoulders and heads to Nathan’s room.

Nathan is pacing in his room. He takes a deep breath when he hears a knock on his door. He looks through the peephole. It’s Janet. Looking around the room to make sure everything is in place, he opens the door. “Hi Janet, I was afraid you wouldn’t come.” He takes in her beauty but notices her steely eyes.

“Nathan, you said you wanted to explain. Well I’m here to listen.” She walks over to lean against the desk, crosses her arms and looks around the room. Dwelling on how good he looks in jeans and a turtleneck, she notices a table set for two.

“I thought we’d have dinner. I haven’t eaten. Have you?” Nathan smiles nervously.

“No. I didn’t plan to stay very long. Tell me what’s going on between you and Madison.”

“First of all, Madison and I are NOT serious. We’ve seen each other a few times and chatted over the internet.”

“So you’re the hot guy.” Janet laughs.

“What? I tried to call you several times after I left. Madison told me you were caught up in meetings. After awhile she told me that you weren’t accepting my calls.”

“I guess we’ve both been fooled by Maddie.” She shakes her head, walking over to the sofa to sit down.

“It doesn’t matter now. Madison has already returned to Portland.” Nathan joins her on the sofa but not too close. He wants to touch her although he’s not sure how Janet will react. “I have to tell you something because I want to clear the air between us. I moved back in with my ex-wife. We tried to rekindle our relationship. We soon determined we were only getting back together because of Brandon’s illness.”

“How is Brandon?” Janet momentarily forgets her anger and looks at him with sympathy.

“He’s much better. He’s giving Carey grief as young boys are supposed to do.” He laughs. “Carey remarried a year ago and Brandon adores his new step-dad.”

As Janet starts to speak there is a knock on the door.

“I ordered room service hoping you would stay a while.”

Janet’s stomach growls and she moves her hand to rest there.

Nathan chuckles.

Janet smiles in spite of herself. “I’m hungry plus I want to share a few things with you too.”

Nathan opens the door allowing the busboy to roll the cart next to the table. “I didn’t know what to order for you so I just ordered a salad and sandwiches. He signs the receipt.

Janet walks over to the cart and lifts one of the covers; to her surprise Nathan has ordered BLTs. There are sliced carrots and cucumbers on the salad. Janet doubles over with laughter.

“What’s so funny?” Nathan asks.

“Have I got some stories to tell you!”

Nathan and Janet sit down to eat. As Janet is eating her BLT, she is making cute moaning sounds.

Janet is thinking how this is the best BLT she has ever had.

“What did you want to share with me?”

As Janet finishes the last of her BLT, she sighs and plucks Nathan’s pen out of his pocket. “Maddie told you I was with someone. That’s not quite true. I’ve had several lovers since you left.” She plays with the pen and reaches over to grab a napkin off the cart. Janet tells Nathan how she met each lover along with Madison’s role in her meeting a few of them.

He listens intently, watching Janet write down the men’s names.

“I was looking for the magic we shared together. Not one of them compared to you.”

Nathan picks up the napkin, glancing at each name. He takes the pen from Janet and adds his name above and below the other names. “Seems you were looking for me all along,” he says as he circles the first letter of each name. He returns the napkin to her.

She looks at the circled letters: N-A-T-H-A-N “If this is my fate, my search is complete,” she says. “I’ll be right back.”

Nathan watches her walk to the bathroom, considering how lucky he was to run into her again. As he is toying with his salad, Janet leans out of the bathroom.

“You know this garden tub in here is really going to waste.” She tosses her skirt on the floor in front of him.

      

Janet Anderson is searching for sexual magic in the man who can match her in the bed. Janet suspects all this and more lies within her handsome boss, Nathan Lovett. During a work-related visit to Janet’s home, Nathan and Janet give in to an attraction beyond their control, and soon find themselves immersed in a pleasurable night of uninhibited sex and heated passion. To their dismay, their luscious interlude is interrupted, and Nathan must leave on a plane to a far away place; their whirlwind coupling on hold.

Three years pass, and with Nathan gone, Janet’s co-worker and best friend, Madison, urges Janet to end her mourning and explore other possibilities. Janet attends parties and events to fill the void left by Nathan, meeting four other men. Though she experiences new sexual delights and discovers more about herself; her suitors fall flat, and Janet is left longing for the touch of her Nathan. Will the best lover in town return to finish what he started?

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“Best ‘First Love’ of 2011” 

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