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Monday, November 12, 2012

DRB1stChp Changeling Press Mon/Sat (12 November)

Join Changeling Press every Monday for new release excerpts and Saturdays for excerpts from the books that started the company on D. Renee Bagby Presents First Chapters.

Posted on Monday (12 Nov):

** Razor's Edge: Nobody Rides for Free by Sara Jay
(Erotica Menage Paranormal)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/nobody-rides-for-free-by-sara-jay.html

** Keeping Score 2: Two Down by Julia Talbot
(Erotic MM Paranormal Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/two-down-by-julia-talbot.html

** Followed by Megan Slayer
(Erotic MM Vampire Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/followed-by-megan-slayer.html

** Coriolis 1: Distress Signal by Mychael Black
(Erotic MM SciFi BDSM Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/distress-signal-by-mychael-black.html

Posted on Saturday (10 Nov):

** Sleeping Dragon by Stephanie Burke
(Erotic MM Dark Fantasy Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/sleeping-dragon-by-stephanie-burke.html

** Jolene's Pooka by Kate Hill
(Erotic Urban Fantasy Shifter Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/jolenes-pooka-by-kate-hill.html

** Changeling by Shelby Morgen
(Erotic Urban Fantasy Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/changeling-by-shelby-morgen.html

** Elven 1: Elven Enchantment by Willa Okati
(Erotic MMF Urban Fantasy Romance)

Blast from the blog past:

** Molten by Kira Stone
(Erotic MM Futuristic Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/molten-by-kira-stone.html

** Northern Bears 2: Unbearable by Jade Buchanan
(Erotic MMM Paranormal Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/unbearable-by-jade-buchanan.html

** Solum's Aurora Collection by Marteeka Karland
(Erotic Futuristic Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/solums-aurora-collection-by-marteeka.html

** Assassins in Lace 3: Blackout by Jocelyn Michel
(Erotic Vampire Shifter Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/blackout-by-jocelyn-michel.html

--
Zenobia Renquist
Discover Different and Unique Romance
http://about.me/zenobiarenquist
Caveat Emptor Series :: Three couples caught in a war have only one solution -- peace. Si vis pacem, para bellum. :: http://zenobiarenquist.com/bookshelf/caveat-emptor-series

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Excerpt: Undercurrent by Zenobia Renquist

Undercurrent
Wet, Book 3 (multi-author series)
by Zenobia Renquist

Changeling Press

eBook BIN: 05924-01900
Genre: Erotic Paranormal Romance, Magical Creatures, Interracial/Multicultural
Price: $4.49
Length: Novella

Still water hides deep passion.

Lulu was sent to spy on the competition so she could find out the secret of their success. Her search turns up Hotsuma, a man bound to water so he can use his power to bring good luck to those who imprisoned him.

Working to set him free ignites a passion in Lulu only Hotsuma can quench, but they can't afford to let sex, no matter how good, distract them. Hotsuma's captors aren't about to let Lulu leave with their property, and they're willing to use deadly force to stop her. They'll need more than luck for their new love to survive.

Buy Now http://www.changelingpress.com/product.php?&upt=book&ubid=1900

X Excerpt

His dick twitched when he remembered the way he had used Lulu a short while ago. She was right. He hadn't had sex in centuries, and he was eager to make up for lost time. Leaving Masato to frown at the pool, Hotsuma moved his consciousness through the water system of the hotel. He followed the trail of his scent that he'd left on Lulu's body.

He'd marked her the first time she'd visited him, but hadn't had the strength to follow her. Now that four of the twelve wards were broken, that restriction was lifted. He could go anywhere in the hotel that water flowed. Once all the wards were broken and the barrier gone, he could go anywhere water existed. The Mizuno family would no longer keep him prisoner.

Until that time, he had unfinished business with a very vocal woman whose passion matched his own. He ended up in the fire extinguisher sprinkler in the ceiling above Lulu's bed. She lay there moaning under her breath and writhing her beautifully curved body over the sheets. Her dark brown skin glistened with sweat Hotsuma wished he could manipulate so he could feel her. The barrier spell must still be affecting her.

"You so owe me for not finishing the job, you horny water spirit."

Hotsuma smiled as he forced a single drop of water from the spigot. It landed between Lulu's full breasts. She squeaked and sat up quickly, searching for the source of the water.

Hotsuma wished he could place a kiss on her full, upturned lips as a surprise. He didn't have that ability, not yet.

Lulu held her hand under the spigot as she frowned at it. "Great. That's just what I need. A leak."

Hotsuma pushed another drop free. When this one hit her hand, he retained enough connection to make the drop travel up her arm. Lulu jumped off the bed and swatted at it, making Hotsuma laugh.

She stopped her frantic behavior and peered at the spigot again. "Hotsuma?"

"Yes." He couldn't speak loudly but he didn't need to.

Lulu's body relaxed and she sighed. "You scared the crap out of me. Don't do that."

"I had to get your attention."

"You have it. I thought I left you in the pool room?"

"You did. I followed you. You said I owe you, after all."

Lulu nibbled her bottom lip. "Yes you do."

"Go to the shower and you can collect." Hotsuma laughed at how quickly Lulu ran to her bathroom. He traveled along the pipes to the shower and waited.

Lulu stopped the tub and turned on the water. Hotsuma used a water tendril to pull the faucet stop so half the water flowed out of the spout and the other half flowed through the shower.

"Join me," he said.

"Love to." Lulu removed her clothes, entered the tub, and then pulled the shower curtain closed.

Not enough water had gathered for Hotsuma to form his body but he didn't let that stop him. Using the water flowing from the showerhead as his hands, he caressed Lulu's ample breasts. Lulu arched into the spray with a muted moan of pleasure.

Her body was still hot and ready from the encounter in the pool room. Hotsuma used that to his advantage. He curved the water between her legs so he could tease her pussy. She spread her legs as far as the tub would allow her and jutted her hips forward.

Hotsuma inserted one finger into her hole while he teased her clit with his thumb. Lulu moaned loud and long. The sound made Hotsuma's dick ache to be inside her. Soon. The tub almost had enough water for him to form a body. Almost. He redirected as much water as he dared to fill the tub faster.

In the mean time, his sweet Lulu leaned back against the shower wall and rotated her hips against the hand he used to pleasure her pussy. He wanted to know her taste. Could he taste in this form?

Buy Now http://www.changelingpress.com/product.php?&upt=book&ubid=1900

Saturday, November 10, 2012

Saturday Book Diver Interviews Sinn from Nobody Rides for Free

Good afternoon and welcome the Saturday Book Diver. Every weekend I magically dive into fictional worlds to bring you interviews with exciting, sexy and sometimes dangerous characters.

Today I’m standing just outside the North American shrine, one of the most beautiful fairy grottos in the world--at least that’s what I’ve heard. At the moment all I can see is a cave wall, but I’m told that once my guide arrives, the glamour protecting this magical realm will disappear and I’ll see it as it truly is. The Queen has given me special permission to interview a woman named Sinn--the subject of Nobody Rides for Free by Sara Jay.

Here comes my guide now--one of the Queen’s special guards. I can’t actually see his face since he’s wearing a helmet, but the rest of him looks great in form-fitting body armor. I have to pause for a moment because he’s about to search me (and I’m almost looking forward to it).

* * *

All right, I’m back. As a character interviewer, I’m no stranger to the miraculous, but this Fae world is even more beautiful than I imagined. No one can describe it as perfectly as Sara Jay does in this quote from Nobody Rides for Free:

Glittering gems adorned the rounded ceiling, and the walls themselves shone with precious gold and metals unknown to mankind. Azure, rolling rivers ran through the grotto. An occasional kelpie could be seen peeking out of the water, or playfully splashing a passing fae. Tiny asrais flew in the air, while the occasional banshee or phoenix swooped down over their heads. Hundreds of pathways meandered off into various chambers, many of which would be filled by the visiting fae that night. Pillars twisted in exotic formations lined the actual shrine where the Great Queen herself sat.

Right now I can see those pillars, but the Queen isn’t there. She must be off somewhere attending royal affairs.

My hunky guide doesn’t talk much, but he’s leading me to a riverside tavern. Inside, the bartender and several patrons glance at me. The place isn’t very busy at this time of day, but my interviewee is waiting at a fireside table.

SBD: Hi, Sinn. It’s nice to meet you. Thank you for agreeing to the interview.

Sinn: It is my pleasure, human.

SBD: This is a fascinating world. Would you tell us a little more about it and what your place is here?

Sinn: Normally we do not allow humans here, but I have something special in mind for you… You are sitting in our North American shrine, where the Queen takes tribute every year. I am not a very old faery, which means that my tribute must be great in order to retain her favor.

SBD: When I walked in, I noticed the elaborate shrine for the Queen. [At this time I glance nervously toward the guard who has stepped away to order a drink at the bar. I’m not sure how questions regarding the Queen will be received here, so I decide to tread carefully.] Tell me the truth, is she a control freak?

Sinn: I would not make such remarks if I were you! She may have had enough blood tributes this year, but that does not stop her from taking more on her own.

SBD: [That warning makes me feel a little weak, but it’s not the first time I’ve conducted interviews in dangerous conditions. Still, I decide to hold back any further remarks about the Queen’s character.] I’ve heard some stories about you and a guy named Daka. What’s going on?

Sinn: Daka is my moshini, what you humans might call a soulmate. He and I desire to unite as one, but our queen forbids it until we have her permission, as all moshinis must obtain prior to completion. It is very frustrating.

SBD: How about the three bikers? How do they fit into the story?

Sinn: I can tell you about my foray with these humans to satiate my need that Daka cannot yet fulfill. They were most satisfying, in every sense of the word. Of course, now that I have told you, I will have to wipe your memory before you leave—or simply give you to another faery as a slave…

SBD: My time here in this world is almost up, but before I go, is there anything you’d like to add?

Sinn: I did promise my Daka a human treat as a reward for understanding my own adventures… Are you certain you do not wish to stay?

SBD: Tempting, but I have another interview scheduled in a couple of hours. Last, do you have a favorite excerpt from Nobody Rides for Free that you’d like to share?

Sinn: Green Eyes spoke up for the first time, and his voice -- though still notably human -- slid over her like a dark whisper across stone. “Nobody rides for free.”

“What was that?” Sinn asked, perplexed. Surely they didn’t expect tribute from her as the queen did? Humans didn’t even know of such things.

“You heard him, darlin’,” said Cowboy, his accent more annoying now. “Ass, gas, or grass -- nobody rides for free.”

“I see,” she replied, thinking that she should just go ahead and kill them. But then she’d have to drag all three bikes herself, which, though not impossible, wouldn’t be easy with the queen’s insistence of non-flight transportation. “Of course. I can buy your gas at the next station.”

Green Eyes snorted, as if he felt her no longer worth transporting. The other two seemed like they were still game.

“Okay, little lady, then hop on,” said Cowboy, and he presented her with a clunky old helmet.

She almost laughed at the thought of falling off the motorcycle and hurting herself. She’d flutter to the ground and watch them die without much interest, then lug them all to the shrine with her. Instead, she maintained her human cover, adjusting the helmet over her long black curls, and got behind Cowboy.

As soon as he revved his engine up, she felt desire stirring again. Her breasts, pressed against the back of his leather jacket -- something that might normally make her gag -- began to tingle, and she could feel the rough texture against her nipples through her silken shift.

What trickery was this? No human had ever made her feel so -- so lustful! Only Daka could do that.

Daka… Just thinking about him made her even more aroused. The vibration of the bike between her legs made her imagine being beneath him. His slick green skin would bob over hers, his spiraled tattoos rendering her dizzy as he dipped himself into her body over and over again…

Oh, Daka! She could feel her release building and Cowboy must have sensed it because he laughed a little and grabbed her knee. “We’ll get some ass out of you yet, princess,” he drawled.

Though she knew that he assumed she couldn’t hear him over the roar of the engine, her faery ears made out his words perfectly. Indeed, Cowboy? She thought. We shall see about that.

But as they traveled into the night, she began to think about his words. They wanted ass from her, did they? She, too, wanted some relief, after all. They were not of the fae. They wouldn’t break her contract.

What of Daka, though? What would he think? He considered humans nothing more than toys as well, and her playing with them would likely not upset him. Especially, she suddenly thought, if she managed to help him play with a human or two of his own later.

She felt a real smile return to her face. She was going to play with some humans tonight.

SBD: Thank you so much for the interview, Sinn! It was fantastic getting a first-hand look at your world!

For more information about Nobody Rides for Free, stop by

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Friday, November 09, 2012

Flash Fiction Challenge: Wrong House!

Flash Fiction Challenge:

** To earn some much needed cash, you've taken your first gig as a stripper. You prep. You practice. You go to the wrong house. What happens next? **

Challenge:
- Write a quickie with the above theme
- Post at the Changeling Bar and Grill http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChangelingPress/
- 100 to 150 words
- Authors (Any authors), readers, and staff can play

Join the Changeling Press authors at the Bar & Grill for Flash Fiction, Excerpts and Contests -- weekly Flash Fiction Challenges are open to all Changelings, readers, and writers. Got an idea? Share! When the plot bunnies run amuck, everyone wins!

More Info:
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com/p/flash-fiction-contest.html

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Flash Fiction Roundup 09 November

02 November 2012 Theme

Love in an elevator...

Thursday, November 08, 2012

New Releases: Nov 8th

New Releases

Coriolis 1: Distress Signal by Mychael Black $3.99

Sometimes the perfect soldier isn't what you expect...

Followed by Megan Slayer $3.99

Vampires are sensual, dangerous, and not to be trusted -- or are they?

Keeping Score: Two Down by Julia Talbot $3.99

Janus is supposed to keep Cillian safe, but who will save him from his ex?

Razor's Edge: Nobody Rides For Free by Sara Jay $2.49

Razor's Edge Winner: 2012 Spring Fling Contest

Fae law prevents Sinn from mating, but the bikers have rules of their own -- nobody rides for free.

Now Available at http://ChangelingPress.com

1¢ Sale -- Full Moon Heat by Lia ConnorBBW Dashika's enough woman for two good men, and tonight's her lucky night.

Aftermath 2012 -- When we see an emergency, we want to help.
We know many of our readers want to do something to help, as well.
For the month of November, any order placed at Changeling with the code Aftermath2012 will receive a 5% discount on your total order, and a matching 5% will go toward National Emergency Relief Efforts.

Thank you for making the choice to help us help others.

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Tuesday, November 06, 2012

Tasty Tuesday ~ Punch!!

Hey all. I don't have any pictures of this because, well, it goes so fast. The trick to this recipe is that it's easy. Yep. Really, really easy.

I call this Easy Punch. (and no, no one gets hurt)

1 - 2 ltr bottle Sprite/7Up/Sierra Mist (whichever you choose)

1 - 48 oz bottle Hawaiian Punch (but you can totally experiment here and try different juices if you don't want Hawaiian Punch - grape cranberry juice works well, too)

1 pkg frozen berries (works great for ice and doesn't water down the punch, while adding healthiness)

Mix in a punch bowl and enjoy. It's truly that simple. Best part about it? You can make this totally soft or add spirits to make it harder. There's so much room for experimentation.

Enjoy!

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Monday, November 05, 2012

DRB1stChp Changeling Press Mondays/Saturdays (05 November)

Join Changeling Press every Monday for new release excerpts and Saturdays for excerpts from the books that started the company on D. Renee Bagby Presents First Chapters.

Here's what posted today 05 November:
** Sweet Dreams by Willa Okati (Erotic MM Paranormal Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/sweet-dreams-by-willa-okati.html

** Mercenaries 1: Private Skirmish by Anne Kane (Erotic Futuristic/SciFi Adventure Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/private-skirmish-by-anne-kane.html

** Kendren's Prize by Ashlynn Monroe (Erotic Dark Fantasy Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/kendrens-prize-by-ashlynn-monroe.html

** Rookery Cove: Monster Mash by Kira Stone (Erotic MM Urban Fantasy Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/rookery-cove-monster-mash-by-kira-stone.html

Here's what posted Saturday 03 November:
** Blood Soul 2: Vampire Crusader by Kate Hill (Erotic Vampire Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/blood-and-soul-2-vampire-crusader-by.html

** Women of Steel 2: Martini on the Rocks by Camille Anthony (Erotic Futuristic/SciFi IR Comedy Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/women-of-steel-2-martini-on-rocks-by.html

** Forbidden 2: Neighborhood Watch by Marteeka Karland (Erotic Futuristic/SciFi IR Menage Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/forbidden-2-neighborhood-watch-by.html

** Rookery Cove: Make Mine a Double by Michele Bardsley (Erotic Urban Fantasy MFM Dragon Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/11/rookery-cove-make-mine-double-by.html

And a blast from the blog past:
** Final Cut Miami: Storm's Tempest by Lacey Savage (Erotic BDSM Dark Fantasy Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/storms-tempest-by-lacey-savage.html

** Wolfman 3: Judgement by Brannan Black (Erotic MM Futuristic Werewolf Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/judgement-by-brannan-black.html

** The Queens of Merab 1.5: The Discovery by Violet Summers (Erotic Dark Fantasy Shifter Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/discovery-by-violet-summers.html

** Dragon Lord 4: Her Dragon Lords by Cynthia Sax (Erotic MFM BBW Dragon Shifter Romance)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/her-dragon-lords-by-cynthia-sax.html

Happy Reading,

~ Zenobia

--
Zenobia Renquist
Discover Different and Unique Romance
http://about.me/zenobiarenquist
Caveat Emptor Series :: Three couples caught in a war have only one solution -- peace. Si vis pacem, para bellum. :: http://zenobiarenquist.com/bookshelf/caveat-emptor-series

Friday, November 02, 2012

Flash Fiction Challenge: Love In An Elevator...

Flash Fiction Challenge:

Love In An Elevator...

(Yeah, we KNOW that song's going to be stuck in your head all day, now...)

Challenge:
- Write a quickie with the above theme

- Post at the Changeling Bar and Grill http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChangelingPress/
- 100 to 150 words
- Authors (Any authors), readers, and staff can play

Join the Changeling Press authors at the Bar & Grill for Flash Fiction, Excerpts and Contests -- weekly Flash Fiction Challenges are open to all Changelings, readers, and writers. Got an idea? Share! When the plot bunnies run amuck, everyone wins!

More Info:
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com/p/flash-fiction-contest.html

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Flash Fiction Roundup 02 November

26 October 2012 Theme

You open the door, expecting kids trick-or-treating, but find something/someone totally unexpected instead.

Thursday, November 01, 2012

New Releases: Nov 2nd

Sweet Dreams by Willa Okati $3.99
Sometimes dreams really do come true.

Mercenaries: Private Skirmish by Anne Kane $3.99
What do you do when the woman you love is up for auction? Make sure you're the highest bidder!

Kendren's Prize by Ashlynn Monroe $3.99
Will Kendren give into temptation – and risk his soul -- or sell his prize to the highest bidder?

Rookery Cove Vol. 2 by Stephanie Burke, Michele Bardsley, Kira Stone and Jade Buchanan $7.99
Rookery Cove Aphrodisiacs, here to satisfy the intimate needs of every paranormal.

Now Available at http://ChangelingPress.com

1¢ Sale! Obedience by Isabella Jordan
What's a princess to do when two gorgeous hunks place a sensual demand of obedience or two on her?

Be sure to stop by the Changeling Bar and Grill this weekend for the next Changeling Flash Fiction Weekend -- 100 word Challenge!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/changelingpress

New Theme/scenario announced at the start of each new challenge. Loads of fun, free reads, and readers can play too!

Congratulations to Lillian, Diane, Martina, and Tara -- our Octoberfest winners (free books for a month) Coming in December, Changeling's annual Very Changeling Christmas contest -- win free books for a year!

Got an eReader? Two ways to get your books: From your account login, choose the "download this book" option to save to your computer. Or choose "email this book to myself" to send your books directly to your ebook reader. Or choose both!

Margaret RileyPublisherhttp://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Now Available at ARe, Amazon and B&N: Oct 31st

Happy Halloween!

Now Available at AllRomanceEbooks.com, BN.com, and Amazon.com

Demon for All Time by Cynthia Sax $3.49
https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-demonforalltimedemonchronicles-986082-140.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/demon-for-all-time-cynthia-sax/1113687401?ean=2940015896374

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009YLRHWK

Wild Flower by Megan Slayer $3.99
https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-wildflowerglow-986083-139.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/wild-flower-megan-slayer/1113687403?ean=2940015896404

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009YLRIOM

Marked by Alice Gaines $4.49
https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-marked-986084-140.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/marked-alice-gaines/1113687407?ean=2940015896442

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009YLRJ4Q

Razor's Edge: The Perfect Spice by Stephanie Burke $1.99
https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-theperfectspicerazor039sedge-986081-140.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-perfect-spice-stephanie-burke/1113687395?ean=2940015896329

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009YLOC9G

1¢ Sale!
Obedience by Isabella JordanWhat's a princess to do when two gorgeous hunks place a sensual demand of obedience or two on her?

Now Available at http://ChangelingPress.com

Final Day for Octoberfest -- Win free books for a month -- Final winner announced tonight. Buy any new release at Changelingpress.com and use the discount code Octoberfest2012 -- save 10% off your order, and you're automatically entered to win. Winners will receive five free books -- one a week for the month of November.

Two ways to get your books: From your account login, choose the "download this book" option to save to your computer. Or choose "email this book to myself" to send your books directly to your ebook reader. Or choose both!

Margaret RileyPublisher
www.ChangelingPress.com
www.RazorsEdgePress.com

Happy Halloween!

Hey, y'all!

Just dropping in to say happy Halloween!

I love this time of year. Even in Texas, things are starting to cool off, and all the little munchkins are running amok in their costumes. My bassets are going to be a bee and flapper. If I can get pictures, I will post them on my personal blog, but they sure aren't loving costumes.

Anyhoo, I also love the creepy stories at this time of year! Spooktaculars, Spookapaloozas, the 13 Days of Halloween on AMC... Yum

Naturally, since I write for Changeling, I do a lot of paranormal stuff. I am even now hard at work on a zombie chicken story for a free read.

In the meantime, y'all should check out Keeping Score: One Up. It's on ARE now as well as the Changeling site.

It has demon hunters. Who doesn't love a man with a sword?

Check it out here!

Also, comment today to have a chance at a Halloween gift pack that includes and awesome dancing werewolf and a GC to Rainbow Ebook!

Happy Great Pumpkin Day!

XXOO

Julia Talbot

www.juliatalbot.com

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Tasty Tuesday -- Chowdah

Chowdah

I should warn you I have strong opinions on chowdah (chowder to most of the world). Although I was born in Queens and lived there until I was 10, I was largely raised by my maternal grandmother, the real Alice Gaines. I was named after her, and I took her name as my pen name.

My grandmother was from Massachusetts, and she taught us New England ways. We also lived for a long time in Connecticut. Old time New Englanders look on all things New York with some suspicion. When we’d see someone driving erratically or too fast, we’d nod knowingly and comment, “New York driver.” Similarly, we don’t consider that clam and tomato soup chowdah or even chowder. Chowdah is white. It has milk in it. Period. End of discussion.

You’ll notice that my recipe has no thickening agent. Not all soup has to be thick. Frankly, I’d rather taste clams than flour. Besides, there’s only enough broth to cover the potatoes and clams. You won’t find five or six clam pieces floating in a sea of white. It’s a very hearty soup, even if you can’t stand a spoon in it.

Traditionally, chowdah contains salt pork and is cooked in layers in a big pot. My grandmother’s version used canned claims, making it very easy and quick to make. I’ve substituted bacon for the salt pork to make it even easier.

2 small cans (or one large) chopped clams
1/2 medium onion
1 medium potato
three slices of bacon (or one or two thick slices)
clam broth, fish broth, lobster broth, crab broth, or water
milk, cream, or half-and-half
butter

Drain clams, reserving liquid. Slice the onion-half thinly. In a heavy pot cook the bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels and discard all but about 1 Tbs bacon fat. Add 1 Tbs butter to the fat, melt, and then add the onions and cook until translucent. Don't brown.

Peel and dice potato. Add potato to the onions and enough reserved clam liquid and/or broth just to cover. Cook just until potato is tender. Add clams and crumbled up bacon. Add "enough" milk or cream to make the chowdah white. Add another pat of butter and allow it to melt. Heat gently (don't boil) until it's the temperature you want. Check carefully for salt and pepper (clam broth is salty). Eat.

Visit Alice's author page
　
http://www.alicegaines.blogspot.com

Monday, October 29, 2012

DRB1stChp Changeling Press Mondays/Saturdays 29 October

Join Changeling Press every Monday for new release excerpts and Saturdays for excerpts from the books that started the company on D. Renee Bagby Presents First Chapters.

Here's what posted today 29 October:
** Cyber Scavenge by Cheryl Dragon (MM BDSM Cyberpunk)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/cyber-scavenge-by-cheryl-dragon.html

** I'll Be Damned by Kate Hill (IR Dark Fantasy)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/ill-be-damned-by-kate-hill.html

** Eternity Factor by BJ McCall (Vampire)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/eternity-factor-by-bj-mccall.html

From Razor's Edge Press:
** A Halloween Tale by Stephanie Burke (Erotica Dark Fantasy)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/a-halloween-tale-by-stephanie-burke.html

Here's what posted on Saturday 27 October:
** Welcome to Prefect City by Stephanie Burke (Fantasy Humor)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/welcome-to-prefect-city-by-stephanie.html

** Rookery Cove: Keythong's Blaze by Emma Ray Garrett (MFM Urban Fantasy, Dragons)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/rookery-cove-keythongs-blaze-by-emma.html

** Rookery Cove: Petits S'Mores by Mardi Ballou (Suspense Urban Fantasy)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/rookery-cove-petits-smores-by-mardi.html

** Rookery Cove: Breakwater by Kira Stone (MMM Urban Fantasy)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/rookery-cove-breakwater-by-kira-stone.html

And a blast from the blog past:
** Razor's Edge - Oblivion by Kira Stone (MM BDSM Paranormal)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/04/oblivion-by-kira-stone.html

** Razor's Edge - Dangerous by Silvia Violet (Shifter)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/04/dangerous-by-silvia-violet.html

** Believe Collection by K.Z. Snow (Dark Fantasy)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/believe-collection-by-kz-snow.html

** All Washed Up by Sharon Maria Bidwell (MM Contemporary)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/05/all-washed-up-by-sharon-maria-bidwell.html

Happy Reading and a safe Halloween!

~ Zenobia

--
Zenobia Renquist
Discover Different and Unique Romance
http://about.me/zenobiarenquist
Caveat Emptor Series :: Three couples caught in a war have only one solution -- peace. Si vis pacem, para bellum. :: http://zenobiarenquist.com/bookshelf/caveat-emptor-series

Saturday, October 27, 2012

Now Available at ARe, Amazon and B&N: Oct 27th

This Week's Releases at ARe, BN.com, and Amazon:

Wolfsblood: Savage Wolf by Marteeka Karland $3.49
https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-savagewolfwolfsblood-980356-142.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/savage-wolf-marteeka-karland/1113594783?ean=2940015853810

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009X1P9SK

Forever Wicked: Doing the Baba Yaga by Sam Cheever $3.99https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-doingthebabayagaforeverwicked-980359-140.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/doing-the-baba-yaga-sam-cheever/1113594784?ean=2940015853827

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009X1PFAW

Four Bikers & A Witch by Cheryl Dragon $4.49https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-fourbikersawitchwarrior039scraft-980358-140.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/four-bikers-a-witch-cheryl-dragon/1113594798?ean=2940015853858

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009X1PCZ0

Empire (Collection) by Cat Marsters $9.99

https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-empirecollection-980360-140.html

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/empire-cat-marsters/1017477603?ean=2940015853841

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B009X1PJ7G

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Saturday Book Diver Interviews Luc Moline from The Air I Breathe by Megan Slayer

Hello! Welcome to the Saturday Book Diver. Each weekend I magically dive into fictional worlds for interviews with unique and sexy characters.

Tonight I'm in the hotel room of Luc Moline from the band Glow. Despite long hours on the road during this grinding tour, Luc appears relaxed as he lounges on a plush couch, sipping from a glass of wine. He's wearing leather pants and a T-shirt that shows off his muscular arms. With his dark hair and sexy eyes, he's even more handsome in person than on video or in pictures. Unfortunately for single guys out there, rumor has it that his heart is taken.

He watches me with discerning eyes and I feel a bit apprehensive. There's an underlying sadness to this guy who appears to have everything -- fantastic looks, talent, and success.

SBD: Hi, Luc. Thank you for taking the time to talk to me tonight.

Luc: I'm glad to be here. Always happy to talk to a lovely lady. Thanks for having me.

SBD: [Normally I remain impartial, but I can't help being charmed by this guy.] I know you've had tons of interviews that focus on music and Glow. Tonight I'd like to get a bit more personal. How would you describe yourself? Tell us what kind of a man you are.

Luc: On stage I'm very extroverted. I like being the center of attention. But when I'm off stage, I'm more low-key. I like to be comfortable and exist. When I'm at home, I'm happy to veg out and just be. If I'm working on music, then look out. I'm really focused and grumpy. But hey, music is my second love.

SBD: I've heard you're close friends with Taygan, a wind elemental. Will you confirm or deny that and possibly explain exactly what a wind elemental is?

Luc: I'm very much involved with him. He's one of my best friends. But you also asked what a wind elemental is. He can garner the wind. Yep. And when he's turned on, Tay whips wind through the room. It can get rather chilly, but in the midst of sex, it's refreshing to have that breeze. And yes, that's my wicked grin.

SBD: [The temperature in the room just shot up and I resist the urge to fan myself.] Since we're being candid, what happened between you guys at Christmas?

Luc: I asked Santa for my heart's desire. He gave me Tay. We came together and it was like a beautiful explosion. Sexy, hot, and disastrous. Makes me love Christmas even more.

SBD: What's one thing about Tay that you find irresistible?

Luc: His smile. The guy tries to be all sly, but when he smiles, I know exactly what he's thinking.

SBD: Is there anything in particular you'd like readers to know before I leave you to get some rest?

Luc: It was printed in a fan magazine that I write music in the bath tub or in the nude. While those both sound like fun, neither is true. I write music with my clothes on because I am more than likely in a social situation. My attention span is all over the place so I'm constantly thinking about what I can put into a new song. So I might be at a restaurant and writing music. Can't really be at a restaurant in the buff.

SBD: [How can you not love this guy?] Thank you for that glimpse at the songwriting part of your career, Luc. Would you share one of your favorite excerpts from The Air I Breathe?

Luc:

"Don't you go to sleep on me. I'm nowhere near through with you."

Luc's voice ripped Tay from his haze. "Sorry."

"Scoot forward." Luc tapped Tay's shoulder. "Lemme get behind you."

Tay complied, not totally sure how he managed to move. Luc smoothed his hands around Tay's ribs and pulled him into the curve of his body.

"You're not much warmer." Luc rested his chin on Taygan's shoulder. "Start from the beginning and don't leave a thing out."

Taygan sagged into Luc and closed his eyes. Tears pricked behind his eyelids. The beginning. Try about the time he'd first met Lucien Moline. Tay sighed. "It's complicated."

"I like complicated. It's my best riff." Luc rubbed a washcloth over Tay's chest. "Talk to me."

"Things started to go off the rails when I first met you." Taygan swallowed past the lump in his throat. "My world spun out of control."

"I'm a bad influence," Luc cooed. "You like it."

"I do, but I don't understand it. I don't." The words poured out faster than Taygan could dam them up. "When we're together, I'm stronger. My element is lighter and I'm happy. But then it gets too strong or heavy or whatever it is, and I can't stand it. I have to move. I want to stay and have our life right here, but I can't control it. Deep down in my soul, I don't want to leave you. I want to be right here in your arms, and every time I have to leave, I know you're sick of me going. One day you're not going to take me back, and it scares me shitless." Tears streamed down his cheeks and his voice cracked. "I'm scared."

Luc drew a long breath and let it out slowly. He wrapped his arms around Taygan, squeezing tight. "Can I at least help you figure out the riddle you keep talking about?"

"By all means." Taygan threaded his fingers with Luc's and rested his forehead on Luc's temple. "Last Christmas was the strongest I've ever felt."

Chuckling, Luc ground his pelvis against Tay's ass. "We've got part of this thing figured out."

"We?" Taygan's cock thickened, and heat washed through his body. Trust

Luc to truly warm him through and through. Goddess, he loved Luc.

Luc nodded. "We have the best time in bed -- or in this case the bathtub."

SBD: Luc, thank you again for taking time out of your tour to give fans this sneak peek into your life.

A bodyguard escorts me out of Luc's room and as I reach the door I glance over my shoulder for one more look at the fascinating musician. I see him talking to an adorable sandy-haired, blue-eyed man who must have been waiting in the adjoining room. It seems that I've unfortunately missed the chance to talk to Taygan. Hopefully another time.

For more information about The Air I Breathe, stop by

Megan Slayer's site: http://wendizwaduk.com/indexMegan.htm

Megan's blog: http://theauthormeganslayer.blogspot.com

Megan on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/meganslayer

Megan on Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/5330530.Megan_Slayer

Megan on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/theauthormeganslayer

Megan on Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/MeganSlayer

Octoberfest -- Winner Number Three!

Congratulations to Martina, our third Octoberfest winner!

Octoberfest at Changeling -- Win free books for a month!Buy any new release at Changelingpress.com and use the discount code Octoberfest2012 -- save 10% off your order, and you're automatically entered to win. Winners will receive five free books -- one a week for the month of November.

Our final more winner will be announced on Halloween.

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Friday, October 26, 2012

Coyote Con Starts Now!

Coyote Con Online Reader's Retreat -- save your airfare and join us all weekend at http://coyotecon.com

Margaret Riley
AKA Shelby Morgenwww.ShelbyMorgen.com
Memphis Heat 1: Stakeout
Coming in November from Changeling Press

** And don't freak when you can't find the chatroom -- it's built in to the site. Little tiny icon on the very bottom of your screen -- hit popup once you're open and it gets BIG.)

Flash Fiction Challenge: Trick or... Trick

Theme: Trick or... Trick

** You open the door, expecting kids trick-or-treating, but find something/someone totally unexpected instead. **

Challenge:
- Write a quickie with the above theme

- Post at the Changeling Bar and Grill http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChangelingPress/
- 100 to 150 words
- Authors (Any authors), readers, and staff can play

More Info:
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com/p/flash-fiction-contest.html

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Flash Fiction Roundup 26 October

19 October 2012 Theme

Wake up, it's dark enough to not see anything, and although you usually sleep alone, you feel somebody in bed with you, cuddling right up to you...

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Reality Check - Interview with Margaret Riley

Now up -- "REALITY CHECK" Interview with Margaret Riley

at http://www.shewrites.com/

My thanks to Zetta Brown for a fun interview at a really cool site.

Margaret RileyPublisher
www.ChangelingPress.com
www.RazorsEdgePress.com

New Releases: Oct 25th

Red Line Underground 1: Cyber Scavenge by Cheryl Dragon $3.99

While hacking a cyborg for the Underground, this rebel snagged his submissive Mr. Right!

Shadowed: I'll Be Damned by Kate Hill $3.99

Can Jayden find a way to save a demon with an angelic soul?

Eternity Factor by B.J. McCall $4.49

Jak wants more than a one-night stand, but for vampires, everything that's fun is illegal.

Razor's Edge: A Halloween Tale by Stephanie Burke $1.99

She is on a perilous journey, and when she arrives, there'll be hell to pay.

Now Available at ChangelingPress.com

1¢ Sale! Silk Bonds by Kate Hill
Recovering from an accident that almost killed her, Lourdes realizes she must reevaluate her life...

Octoberfest at Changeling -- Win free books for a month!

Congratulations to Lillian and Diane, our first two Octoberfest winners! Two more winners to be announced -- one tomorrow, and the final winner on Halloween.

How can you enter? Buy any new release at Changelingpress.com and use the discount code Octoberfest2012 -- save 10% off your order, and you're automatically entered to win. Winners will receive five free books -- one a week for the month of November.

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Tasty Tuesday: Grandma's Lefse

Welcome to Tasty Tuesdays, where Changeling authors share their favorite specialty recipes.

Hi Cyberspace, if you don't know what the heck lefse is you've been missing out. When I eat this delicious potato flatbread, it reminds me of my childhood holidays. Spread on a thick layer of butter and sprinkle this with sugar for a wonderful treat. My family has always enjoyed this with white sugar, but my husband’s clan insists on brown sugar. This is also great with meatballs and gravy rolled up inside. The biggest key to success is putting the potatoes in a ricer and making the sheet as thin as possible.

5 c. prepared russet potatoes

1 ½ tsp. salt

5 T. canola oil

2 c. flour

Cook about 5 pounds of potatoes; drain well. Put through a ricer, Measure, and then chill. Add salt, oil, and enough flour to roll the dough easily. Roll as thin as possible before baking on a preheated lefse or pancake griddle. Turn to prevent scorching.

**HUGS** Ashlynn
http://www.ashlynnmonroe.com

Monday, October 22, 2012

DRB1stChp Changeling Press Mondays (22 October)

Join Changeling Press every Monday for new release excerpts and Saturdays for excerpts from the books that started the company on D. Renee Bagby Presents First Chapters.

Here's what posted today 22 October:
** Demon Wars 1: Dancing for Her Demon by Cynthia Sax (Paranormal)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/dancing-for-her-demon-by-cynthia-sax.html

** Protect and Serve: Realm of Night by Mikala Ash (MMF BDSM Shifter)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/realm-of-night-by-mikala-ash.html

** Leashed by Melyssa Jay (MFM BDSM Contemporary)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/leashed-by-melyssa-jay.html

From Razor's Edge Press:
** Lust and Ice by M.A. Church (MM Paranormal)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/lust-and-ice-by-ma-church.html

From Saturday:

** Forbidden 1: Forbidden by Marteeka Karland (Futuristic)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/forbidden-forbidden-by-marteeka-karland.html

** Kiss in the Dark 2: Locations by Shelby Morgen (Contemporary)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/locations-by-shelby-morgen.html

** Demon Lover by Kate Hill (Dark Fantasy)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/demon-lover-by-kate-hill.html

** A Man Called Lust by Stephanie Burke (Time Travel Futuristic Shifter)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2012/10/a-man-called-lust-by-stephanie-burke.html

Blast from the blog past:

** Mirror, Mirror: Shadowed Glass by Elizabeth Jewell (MM Vampire)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/04/shadowed-glass-by-elizabeth-jewell.html

** Dragon Kin: Resistance by Selena Illyria (BDSM IR Urban Fantasy)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/04/resistance-by-selena-illyria.html

** Inked 1: Rough Waters by Kate Hill (Vampire)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/04/rough-waters-by-kate-hill.html

** Singing up the Sun by Adera Orfanelli (MM SciFi)
http://www.drb1stchp.com/2011/04/singing-up-sun-by-adera-orfanelli.html

--
Zenobia Renquist
Discover Different and Unique Romance
http://about.me/zenobiarenquist
Caveat Emptor Series :: Three couples caught in a war have only one solution -- peace. Si vis pacem, para bellum. :: http://zenobiarenquist.com/bookshelf/caveat-emptor-series

Friday, October 19, 2012

Flash Fiction Challenge: And You Are...?

This Week's Flash Fiction theme: You wake up, it's dark enough to not see anything, and although you usually sleep alone, you feel somebody in bed with you, cuddling right up to you...

Challenge:
- Write a quickie with the above theme
- 100 to 150 words
- Authors (Any authors), readers, and staff can play

Flash Fiction Theme Contest: Do you have an idea for a flash fiction theme? Your idea could win you a FREE ebook from Changeling Press.
- Send your suggestion(s) to flashfictionthemes@changelingpress.com
(Subject line "Flash Fiction Theme" -- you can send multiple suggestions but only one suggestion per email please)
- Drop by the Changeling Press Yahoo Group on Fridays to see if you won.
- Winner chosen on Fridays, one winner each week so long as we have entries
- Winner may choose a Changeling Press ebook as their prize -- the ebook choices are limited to the authors who post flash fiction.

More Info:
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com/p/flash-fiction-contest.html

Margaret RileyPublisher
http://ChangelingPress.com
http://changelingpress.blogspot.com
http://RazorsEdgePress.com

Flash Fiction Roundup 19 October

12 October 2012 Theme

A pumpkin... a full moon... and a Halloween costume... Now I wonder what kind of trouble you can get in with those... hmmm?

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