tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52311667287701857922024-03-13T08:41:55.021-07:00MARY CORRALESROMANCE AUTHOR LIFESTYLEMary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125truetag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-91453620910200715652020-05-01T03:00:00.000-07:002020-05-01T03:00:07.293-07:00Your Health and Safety are Your Responsibility
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">While much of the country has begun to reopen
businesses, the American people might not be as quick to run out and start a
buying spree. Why? Not only has Covid-19 affected the economy, but it's taken
an enormous toll on people's sense of safety. We can watch out for carjackers
and thieves, but this virus has sparked primal fears that are hard to combat.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">First, realize that your safety is in your hands. That
means that if you want to continue to wear a mask over your face and gloves to
go grocery shopping, then DO IT. Pack mentality might make you feel funny, (seeing
others without face masks) but your life and peace of mind are worth more than
someone else's opinion.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Secondly, your safety is in your hands. Yes, I wrote
it again. If you walk into a crowded store, don't feel obligated to stay and
shop! There are other places to shop, you don't have to put yourself at risk
because you don't want to feel silly walking out. Don't justify risking your
life by rubbing shoulders with others, just because others are doing it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Protect Your Life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Lastly, realize that this virus will become a part of
our lives for quite a while to come. The flu and colds are viruses and we lives
with those, so we'll live with this one. That being said, remember it's highly
contagious so if you need a mask, gloves, or to shop early hours to feel safer,
do so.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The answer is not to give in to fear, but to mitigate
your risk. There's a reason most people don't traverse dark alleys when they
can take safer routes. Be smart with your safety.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Personally, I have immune-compromised family members
and older family members, so likely I'll continue to wear masks and use hand
sanitized so that I can continue to help keep them safe by keeping myself
safer. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">It's all about what is best for you and your life
going forward. Taking personal responsibility for your own safety is a uniquely
American privilege. While our government works on a vaccine, we each do our
part by maintaining cleanliness and staying home if we're sick, or wearing a
mask when we go out. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Masking our faces may be a temporary change in our hygienic
behaviors, but if it makes you feel safer in the months to come, then continue
on as you need. If you want to avoid crowded places, it's okay. If you need to
walk away from a crowded store or vacation spot, there is no shame in doing
what's best for you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Stay well and let's get back to living a robust life. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-3197195180472592132020-03-21T01:00:00.000-07:002020-03-21T01:00:00.757-07:00American Strength in Adversity
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">There is recently a lot of time at home to think and
consider what is currently going on in the country with the COVID-19 Pandemic.
It's not that I'm scared or worried, but more it's coming to realize that now
is the time to step up as Americans. </span><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;">
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">America is a nation built upon strength in adversity. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">America is a nation known for conquering every enemy
which has ever darkened its doorstep. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Disasters, wars, emergencies…all come and go in one
form or another, but the pride and strength of the American heart endures. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">It
is time we stop behaving as though we're fearful, and start to exercise some
self-control and pride in who we are. What do I mean by that? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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home, if at all possible. #SocialDistancing is believed to be effective, so
let's put it to use. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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essentials to local food banks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mind-control: Your mindset dictates your mental health and attitude. Remember
to think positively, enjoy the little things, and relax. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">This too shall pass.</i> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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who you are as an <strong><span style="color: blue;">American</span></strong>. We are kind, giving, protective, and strong. Each
one of us has a responsibility to take care of each other and conduct ourselves
with dignity. (Hoarding is not dignified, its fearmongering foolishness) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Perhaps there are some who would disagree with me, but
we all have to live together, so why not behave in a manner which demonstrates
our American Values. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Good health to
each of you and your families.</span><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt;">
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Mary<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-68940993946944428102020-03-17T01:00:00.000-07:002020-03-17T01:00:04.852-07:00The Empowerment of Online Learning<div align="left" class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The current state of affairs in the world has led to
more people being home and a sense of cabin fever for those who perhaps can't
or shouldn't go out. That doesn't mean that your time at home has to be
fruitless. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Online education is a fast growing field that allows
for flexibility toward learning and a wealth of knowledge. Often you register
for free and find classes for free as well. There are several sites, and I'm
going to list some here so that those who are looking to keep busy and feel a
sense of accomplishment can build on their current skillset or learn something
new. </span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #2e74b5; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 191;">GOODWILL</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Online classes are available for free. Learn basics of
technology, work, core skills, reading and math and more. Copy and paste or
click on the link: <a href="https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">There are plenty of free online courses available,
though not all are free. You need to register with an email address to take
classes. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">There are a variety of courses within the various topics of Technology,
Science, Health, Humanities, Language, Business, Math, Marketing and Lifestyle.
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Copy and paste or click on the link to check it out: <span style="color: #0563c1;"><a href="https://alison.com/EdX.org">https://alison.com/</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="color: #0563c1;"><a href="https://alison.com/EdX.org"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #2e74b5; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-themecolor: accent1; mso-themeshade: 191;">EdX.org </span></b></a></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">EdX gives you access to some of the best schools in
the country. There are several free courses to choose from and the topics are
wide ranging. Not all classes are free and again you need to register an email
address.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> Here you can learn topics including Business and Management, computer
science, data science, Engineering, language, and humanities:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Copy and paste or click on the link:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="https://www.edx.org/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://www.edx.org/</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Two last ones I'd like to mention which may be of
interest are: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Coursera: <a href="https://www.coursera.org/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://www.coursera.org/</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">FutureLearn: <a href="https://www.futurelearn.com/"><span style="color: #0563c1;">https://www.futurelearn.com/</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">You can register from free with both of these, but you
must do some searching if you're interested in auditing a course. There are
some great choices though if you're interested in paying to pursue a diploma,
certificate, or degree through them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Hopefully, this has given those of you reading, ideas
in how to move forward in your life, pursuing a path that will lead you to a
more prosperous future. This current crisis will pass, and online classes are a
great way to feel empowered in your life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Happy Learning, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Mary<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-42732594874470281612019-09-01T10:03:00.000-07:002019-09-01T10:03:28.106-07:00Are you ready for September?
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">It's been quite the summer and I'm ready to see the
last of these hot 100 days leave, and a cooler wind sweep through. I've learned
to juggle multiple things in life, as well as never wanting to deal with some
things again. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Still, I recently had a fun adventure and went to Las
Vegas for the first time in my life. The Strip was beautiful, but I think I
loved Fremont Street the best. The concert-party atmosphere was just amazing
fun. Time went quickly, and I'll have to go back again someday. I'd share pics,
but I prefer to keep my Vegas times in Vegas. Lol. *Wink* <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Autumn officially begins on September 23<sup>rd</sup>
and it'll be a welcome change from the hot struggles of the summer. What do I
look forward to that has me so optimistic? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Simply that those I care for, that their lives
improve. I know it'll be a busy last few months of the year, but I believe
there is always hope with every day. No matter how tired I get, there will be
times of rest. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Keep things in perspective is what I can say to you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Change happens but it's what you carry with you in
your heart that matters. Perhaps holidays aren't a filled with as many family
members, or the usual agenda of activity changes. None of it matters so long
was your heart is in the right place. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Until next time, <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">may creativity and clarity be your guide… <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-42347700954604837432019-05-20T08:04:00.002-07:002019-05-20T08:04:43.543-07:00Advantages of Adversity in Life
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Adversity is never fun but it does have its
advantages. There is nothing that is a better teacher than adversity, mainly
because it requires that we push ourselves beyond our comfort zones. Let's face
it, no one wants to be outside their chosen area where they know everything,
unless it's by their own design, but life doesn't play that way. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">No, especially when we've stayed comfortable for too
long, life has a way of shaking us awake and demanding we continue our growth;
whether that be emotionally, spiritually, education-wise, or creatively. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Then we venture out and find the path isn't smooth
like our backyard, there are pebbles to bruise our feet and boulders blocking
our way. We are then forced to improvise and make shoes to protect our feet and
learn when to go around, or over the boulders. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">When we're on this path of growth every hardship can
seem like it will consume us and we can't go forward, but that is when our
perseverance kicks into gear. Yes, you could give up, but your heart and soul
know you're on the right path, you just need to fight for what you want in
life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Let every challenge, difficulty, and setback make you
stronger. Accept them, and then tell yourself that you will not be defeated!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Writing is a hard task. Anyone who tells you
differently hasn't stared at that blank page or unfinished chapter and not
known what to do. Creativity is a wonderful gift, yet it demands that you push
past your own mental/emotional/physical blocks to finish projects. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">That is why adversity is such a gift in a way, and
should be learned from. Anything that life throws at you, you throw right back.
Yes, you'll get bruised along the way as you grow stronger in your perseverance
but eventually you will become more powerful in your ability to do more things
in your life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Remember: You are smart enough to figure anything out.
You have the strength to persevere. You are never alone in your journey to be
stronger. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">If you have a creative project you want to do, get
after it. If you want to change jobs, start job hunting. Timing will never be
perfect, so don't use that as an excuse. The time is now. Your life is yours.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Everything you want to accomplish can be done so long
as you're ready to step forward into adversity. Let it guide you, strengthen
you and ultimately you will appreciate how much more you accomplish. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Let no one define your limits, because limitations are
not for you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Cheers, <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Mary<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-12092803918304029892018-06-24T00:30:00.000-07:002018-06-24T00:30:02.226-07:00Finding Motivation Again<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">It's funny the way life works. Just when you are
catching your stride and making great progress on a project, life intervenes
and throws you off track. Sometimes it's family or friend related, other times
it's issues at the day job, but it all has the same effect of shutting down
your creativity in favor of worry and stress. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">So what do we do but put our project away and work on
the real life problems. Meanwhile, our creativity fizzles and our project
becomes a silly dream. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">When things quiet down, as things always do in life,
we look back on our project and can't seem to muster up the energy to continue.
We see what we've accomplished so far on it, but where to begin again?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">No one is there to motivate you, as you were there to
motivate others. No, this must be done on your own. The inner strength you
carry to fight for others must now be turned inward to fight for your
creativity and project. It's time to regain some perspective and conquer our
own doubts.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The reason this project idea came to you, is that you
possess the ability to create something extraordinary. Though there are
millions of romance books out there, I know that no one will ever write quite
the same as I do. The characters are my perspective and so even when the theme
is familiar, the writing is uniquely mine. Too often in life we question why
we're the right person to do a project when there are so many others who might
be better. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I'll tell you that you are unique. Your talents,
abilities, mindset, and creativity are all the building blocks of a special
person who is meant for success. Yes, you will be successful. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Shut down the negativity in your mind. It has no place
in your life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">You'd bear down and fight for another, well it's time
to put that strength of fortitude to work for yourself. Only you can complete
your project. Recently, there was a story of a female astronaut that was told
she'd never get to space. She was turned down time and again. Well, decades
later she holds the record for the longest time in space. She didn't give up
and fought on despite the naysayers who told her she wouldn't make it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">So what if your project is turned down. Offer it to
someone else. Revise and resubmit. If you believe you are meant to be a writer,
inventor, manager, or anything else then you must journey on. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">At times that journey will feel very lonely, and it
will seem as if there is no one to help you. Just remember, you're worth the
time and work. Reach out or read inspirational quotes that can keep you going.
One of the reason I enjoy Twitter is that I follow writers, but I also follow
people who tweet out inspirational lines. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">So what are we waiting for? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Are you ready? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Yes, so am I when it comes to the project I've been
working on. Let's take the steps together, shall we, because I've been where
you are. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">You must ignore the negative thoughts in your head
including those people that tell you something can't be done. Of course, it
hasn't been done yet, you hadn't arrived. But you're here now and you can accomplish
great things. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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have arrived,</span></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> and as fate has given you the talent,
it's time for you to succeed where others have failed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I believe in you. Believe in yourself. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Take your destiny in hand and start/finish that
project. Now, I have some writing to do. How about you?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I never expected to have such an amazing time at an
employer sponsored golf tournament, but with right friends/co-workers 'fun'
becomes the word of the day. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">So, let me say first off that I've never golfed in my
life. In preparation, I've been watching golf on tv in an effort to get a clue,
thinking I might as well learn from the best. Funny enough, those 'best' turned
out to be the friends on the greens with me that day. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">So out to the golf course we go and the adventure
begins. I did borrow a friend's clubs for this adventure as I didn't want to
buy clubs for something that might be a one-time gig. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Anyway, I've gotta say, I hardly expected to hit the
ball very much, but then when you get such positive feedback and insight
there's no accomplishment out of your grasp. The more holes we played, the
little better I got at hitting the ball. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Of course, my first ever shot I hit straight into the
water. Note to other; bring lots of balls when you go as they like to run away.
Funny part is that even my horrible shots I garnered encouragement on.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">At one point on the course I even had friends who were
golfing behind us, cheer me on. Lol. The thing about golf is that you have to
have fun. The right friends to play with make it all the more possible to enjoy
a game that can really make you feel down right klutzy at times. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">By the 18<sup>th</sup> hole, I actually was the only
one on who stayed on the grass. I'm proud of that. Oh, and I showed how to hit
the ball out of the sand trap, which I did beautifully with a well learned butt
wiggle. Thank you, pro-golfer Phil Mickelson. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Anyway, the laughter we shared, the camaraderie, and
memories are something I'll cherish all my life. I couldn't have asked for
better golf partners or friends to share the game with. Would I golf again? I
have to say yes. I never considered I'd be the type to like golf but yes, its
lots of fun and I want to go again. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Thank you to my friends, co-workers, and golf buddies
for a great outing. You'll never know how special it was to me, because even a
writer like myself can't fully explain the feelings of joy that stayed with me
throughout the day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">So what are some tips I can give you if you've never
golfed but want to try?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Get three good friends that know golf but
don't take it too seriously. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">This keeps the atmosphere relaxed and
doesn't put pressure on you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Clubs: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Rent clubs or borrow a friend's <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Don't worry if you don't know what club to
use. That's what your friends' expertise is for. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Bring light snacks like beef jerky and
plenty of water bottles. It's easy to dehydrate and not notice.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Try the driving range first.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">A driving range is a great place to
practice swinging and hitting the ball. It isn't as easy is it seems on tv. </span><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">It's really a bonding activity when you're
out there so don't be too hard on yourself if you don't get a good score. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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so as not to offend any other players or management. These places are
meticulously taken care of so don't leave trash, and be respectful of the
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I hope I've inspired someone to try golfing. I'll
admit I'd go again, and I never saw myself as the type to like golf. But yes,
I've had a taste and want more. Lol. </span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-46192630036061844402017-11-01T09:01:00.000-07:002017-11-01T09:01:34.177-07:00What's November look like for you?
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">This year is passing so fast it's hard to keep up.
We're in November and I can't tell you where the time has gone. I'm starting to
make plans for Thanksgiving, as I'm sure we all are (if you live in the U.S.). <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I'm not much of a baker but that doesn't mean there
isn't plenty to plan when you have a large family. Everyone brings a dish which
helps but it's still a lot of work. Ah, the things we do for those that we love.
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starts this month. I'm not participating, but I'll be cheering on those who do.
It's an exciting month for writing and many author who finish their book go on
to publish it in the future. Yes, expect many gems in the coming months from
the prolific fingers of writing who write a book this month. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I'm considering writing a short story just to stay in
the groove of things. Don't worry I'm still working on Clandestine Engagements
and the other stories but they're novel length and take more time for me. We'll
see what happens. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The only thing I really care about is that we are all
safe and healthy. With that, we can do anything. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">What's November look like for you? Plans, parties,
baking, writing, shopping?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Happy November, <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-7284421876853207172017-09-28T08:00:00.000-07:002017-09-28T08:00:08.779-07:00I'm on the Couch. Join Me. #Erotic #Romance #Readers<div style="text-align: center;">
I'm on the couch today and I've got a giveaway.</div>
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Hmm, maybe I need to work on my phrasing. Anyway, I'm visiting over at <a href="http://wp.me/p5h5aN-17W" target="_blank">Abbie Roads blog</a> and I'm her <a href="http://wp.me/p5h5aN-17W" target="_blank">Author on the Couch</a> interviewee. <br />
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The book is the sequel to Love's Demon Ways, but trust me that it is also a stand-alone novel.<br />
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He wouldn't have it any other way. <br />
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Click on the link above and I'll meet you at Abbie's! <br />
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Mary<br />
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-18421958346349353552017-09-01T08:29:00.000-07:002017-09-01T08:29:13.493-07:00In September, How do you celebrate Autumn?
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">There is a
lot to love about this month including the fact that the first day of Fall
comes on September 22<sup>nd</sup>. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I love the
change in weather when a cool breeze sweeps over you and the trees shiver,
dropping their leaves as they prepare to hibernate. That's how I see the
changeover anyway. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Then there are those trees whose leaves turn yellow,
red, and gold for the season. It's all so beautiful. It's the perfect month for
changes, in my opinion. Do you want to paint a room? Do it. Have a closet to
clean? Yes, now's the time. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Many would tell me to finish writing, at least one of,
my books. I smile. I do intend to do just that. I'm thinking Clandestine
Engagements. The story is so close to being finished, if only the characters
would cooperate. We'll see what happens. We all know how characters can be.
Sometimes, they just want things to keep going on and on, they are having so
much fun. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">How do you celebrate Fall? Do you decorate, change up
your furniture, clean out the garden or a closet? Do you have a trip you are
ready to take? What does the month of September hold for you? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">We'll talk books and anticipated reads another day.
For now, go out and treat yourself to something a little different. Change
something up. Have some fun and remember to….<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sexify your
life, <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Mary<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-59071883090951256732017-07-06T00:30:00.000-07:002017-07-06T00:30:10.117-07:00The Intimacy of a Lover's Arms #writerslife #Romance
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Just to be held can be
far more intimate than sex. Why? Because the ability to provide a person with a
place to take a breath and be safe is extraordinarily precious. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">How many times have you
ever had your lover's arms around you, while the two of you stood together,
just holding one another? You ask him to squeeze you and he does, providing for
your needs without question. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">That type of loving
moment is what makes touch so intimate. For a quiet moment while the two of you
hold one another, the drama and doubts of the world fade away and all becomes
manageable again. It's a powerful gift to give another person. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">As females we'll curl up
next to a man on the couch, snuggling in until he puts his arm around us.
There's no need for us to speak. He knows our affectionate nature and it's only
him who provides for us.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Men aren't as easy to
read when they need to be held. They're stoic about such needs at times.
Luckily, sometimes just our company is enough to thaw their exterior. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A woman
must never take for granted what her company and touch mean to her man. It's
all about the intimacy of touch.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">To be held safely in the
arms of another, while the storm of life swirls around, is a precious moment.
It may be for one minute or one hour, but what matters is the touch and sense
of security those loving arms bring.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Happy reading, <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Mary Corrales</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.twitter.com/MaryCorrales_A1" target="_blank">Twitter<o:p></o:p></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Mary Corrales is a
multi-published erotic romance author who brings to life the most wicked of
characters to fall in love. She's most active on twitter and loves to hear from
readers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-43950140201698909952016-11-01T00:00:00.000-07:002016-11-01T00:00:15.885-07:00The Warrior in Me by Anita Philmar #RomanticSuspense
<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Please welcome Anita Philmar to the blog. She's brought exciting excerpts of her newest romance book, The Warrior in Me – Erotic Murder Mystery/
Romantic suspense<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Special Security Agent Sebastian Berlin is
eager to track down his partner's killer. Instead, he’s assigned the job
of baby-sitting a scientist. His boss thinks she's the key to
an Ancient Warrior Prophecy. Science never interested Sebastian, but
the know-it-all female standing at the end of his Alaskan dock
could persuade him to do a little experimenting. That is, if he
can keep his Neanderthal Warrior genes from taking control.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">DNA specialist Lily Sinclair is in need of
a vacation, or so her over-protective ex-husband tells her. Arriving in chilly
Alaska instead of sunny Cancun, she's tired and cranky and so not in
the mood for her bodyguard's he-man tactics. Still, there's something about the
sexy eye-candy that makes her want to lick him all over even as she's demanding
to go home.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Then Lily's ex is poisoned, and Sebastian is
certain the two murders are connected and she could be next. She knows
he's hiding something, but with the worldwide release of Neanderthal
DNA project only days away, she has no choice but to trust him to protect her.
But can she trust him with her heart?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><strong>Excerpt 1: (murder)<o:p></o:p></strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“I hate to tell you, but we found Cain’s body last night. He took
two slugs in the chest.”</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Relief, followed quickly by shock, filled Sebastian. A numbing
sense of disbelief overwhelmed him. “What the hell? I thought he was working on
a simple security detail.”</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“Did he discuss his assignment with you?”</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Sebastian ran a hand through his<span class="MsoCommentReference"><span style="line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><!--[endif]--><span style="mso-special-character: comment;"> </span></span></span>hair
and scrambled to recall his last conversation with his best friend. Cain had
called a week ago with a request for information on the people he’d been
assigned to protect in California. His voice had reflected a bored almost
disgusted tone. At the time, Sebastian had held his tongue and didn’t comment,
but later he questioned the anomaly. His friend loved life and never became
discouraged even when the odds were against him.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Frowning, Sebastian rubbed a hand over his neck, stroking the
hairs that suddenly stood on alert. His initial disbelief faded. A gaping hole
widened before him and stretched into an endless sea of despair. What the hell
would he do without his best friend, his confidant?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Excerpt
2:<o:p></o:p></strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">She blinked.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">He had to be joking.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Lifting her hand to her chest, she sputtered, “Excuse me, what did
you say?”</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“Cain was murdered outside your lab.” He rephrased the sentence,
but her brain registered only one word…—murdered.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">She jumped to her feet and planted her hands on his desk. “Why
didn’t anyone tell me this before now?” She glanced around for her purse. “I
need to call Mark. We have to call the police and find out what the hell
happened. Did they break into the lab?”</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Without waiting for his reply, she turned and headed back down the
hallway to where he’d left her suitcase. She didn’t see her handbag anywhere
near it. Did she leave it in the small, tin-bucket-sized plane? Or had Bruce
left it on the dock?</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Desperate for answers to a whole host of questions, she rushed
outside. “Damn it, Bruce, how do you expect me to stay in touch with home if
you fly off with my purse."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><strong>Excerpt 3:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>First Kiss</strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Seconds
before his mouth covered hers, she whispered, “Sebastian, I don’t—” The rest of
the sentence died under the quick spear of his tongue, seeking entrance into
the hot moist haven of her mouth.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The fight he
expected didn’t fully materialize. She gasped in shock, and her body stiffened.
Then she lifted her hands to his shoulders, leaving the few inches between them
vacant.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Tightening
his grip, he drew the soft cushion of her breasts invitingly against his chest.
All too quickly, he moved past the point of a simple kiss and fed on her unique
flavor. He’d gone too long without the seductive touch of a woman. Today, she’d
tempted him with the fire of her anger and the gentle concern for him at the
loss of his friend. Holding himself in check, he’d resisted until she’d
revealed her passion for her research. Now, he couldn’t contain his enthusiasm
for her any longer. He ate at her lips, nipping and sucking until they opened
wider.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Lily moaned,
and he captured the sound, swallowing it as he flicked his tongue against the
roof of her mouth. She welcomed him by drawing him deeper. He thrust in and
out, over and over mimicking the ancient rhythm of sex.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Determined to
sample every inch of the hot, moist cavity, he drank in the rich, sweet nectar.
As stimulating as wine, he became drunk on her and tangled his tongue around
hers. Time lost meaning. He forgot everything except her hands in his hair, her
body plastered against his, the relentless need to consume her.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Somewhere in
his subconscious, something reminded him that women didn’t progress from
“Hello, it nice to meet you” to “Do you want to go to bed with me” this
quickly. On the other hand, maybe, the light tingling of his scalp as she
curled her fingers in his hair helped jog his memory. He had to take things a
little slower if he wanted to win the girl.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New;"><strong>Excerpt 4: (romantic fun)</strong></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A needy groan
escaped him. “Honey, the only activity I want to do with you right now is strip
off your clothes and make love to you.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">She blinked.
“I don’t understand. You barely know me.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“That doesn’t
mean I’m not attracted to you.” He covered her wrist, fearing her touch might
drive him to rush this moment. Slowly, he guided her away from temptation and
placed her palm on his chest. “I took one look and decided I wanted you. That’s
why I kissed you earlier, and why I’m losing the battle to keep my hands to
myself.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A whisper of
a smile played over her lips. “Do you have protection?”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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through every cell in his body, and a tingle of anticipation sparked in his
gut. “I have a whole box in the drawer next to my bed.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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like to show me your bedroom?” she teased, and he recalled their earlier
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“Say the
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bio: </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt;">Anita
Philmar likes to create stories that push the limit. A writer by day and a
dreamer by night she wants her readers to see the world in a new way. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt;">Influenced
by old movies, she likes to develop places where anything can happen and where
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt;">Naughty
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt;">Read
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt;">Website:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="http://www.anitaphilmar.com/"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.anitaphilmar.com/</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-10093617172773807352016-10-05T00:30:00.000-07:002016-10-05T00:30:00.186-07:00Paranormal Romance Reads by Author Kari Thomas<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">I thought I'd take today to spotlight one of my
favorite paranormal romance authors, Kari Thomas. These are great Halloween
reads when you want to enjoy the magic of the season. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Kari has been writing since she was young, and
has been an inspiration to me from the moment that we met. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Kari's books mix the sweet, sensual, and humorous with
a skill I envy yet today. Come with me as we go from witches to shifters, and
more to be found when you visit her website. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Kissed</span></a></span></div>
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Adair is a witch with a glitch.<br />
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Whenever Briana’s emotions kick in, her spells fizzle out. Entrusted with a
magical sphere containing the Tree of Life, she can’t risk letting her feelings
run amok. Her life and the safety of the world she knows depend on it. But now
an evil force is putting her guardianship and witchy skills to the test—and the
one man she needs to help her brings enough sizzle to cause an awful lot of
fizzle.<br />
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Hunter Dallas doesn’t believe in magic.<br />
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Burned out, hunky police detective Hunter thinks his mother’s new tenant is
just about as crazy as they come. Witchcraft? Maybe it’s just the power of the
moonlight, but even cynical Hunter can’t deny Briana has cast a spell over him.
As he begins to see some supernatural threats firsthand, will Hunter learn love
and magic are actually one and the same before it’s too late? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Witch</span></a></span></span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">While
visiting from her parallel world, Kassidy finds her witch powers put to the
test to help destroy an evil entity. Piece of cake for a powerful witch. Now if
she could only work her magic on the sexy cop who keeps holding her at arm's
length while he tries to decide if he wants to admit being in love with a
witch...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioj6TpVMfdlcPw3S9j6VEg92oJ1wDvNRWIuSaswV5CP7YcWbog5pgtwngiaUylpBN8egv-D5cLIiEuEhPwCpdiU564mt0gMcOBXPLh070aCskDg3jhiYh5VibUfFhfEQffQCb1roxpTqU/s1600/STH2309685.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioj6TpVMfdlcPw3S9j6VEg92oJ1wDvNRWIuSaswV5CP7YcWbog5pgtwngiaUylpBN8egv-D5cLIiEuEhPwCpdiU564mt0gMcOBXPLh070aCskDg3jhiYh5VibUfFhfEQffQCb1roxpTqU/s200/STH2309685.jpg" width="150" /></a><span style="font-family: "calibri";">Kitchen
Witch Baylie Campbell needs a hero-a protector-when a crazed stalker threatens
her life. Ex-detective-turned cowboy, Colt McKnight, agrees to protect Baylie,
and he takes her to his secluded ranch. Colt knows Baylie is big trouble when
he meets her, and those misfit, magically-blessed animals of hers are added
stress. But he soon realizes it's more than his male-sanity at stake when it
comes to the seductive witch. Colt tries his best to resist Baylie's charms.
but, Baylie knows he never stands a chance. Both learn to trust love again;
along with help from her four animals, and fate in the form of a stalker.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Temptation-Unleashed-Kari-Thomas-ebook/dp/B001892DW0/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Temptation
Unleashed</span></a><o:p></o:p></div>
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Something wild this way comes…<o:p></o:p><br />
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Once a powerful, practicing Wiccan, Kira Douglas has reluctantly moved to
wild and beautiful Sedona, Arizona for only one reason—assume custody of her
dead sister’s daughter. She immediately runs into an obstacle. The child’s
uncle, the disturbingly sexy Aiden Calhoun, refuses to give her up.<o:p></o:p><br />
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Aiden has good reason for not allowing Kira custody of his precious niece.
The child is half witch, half shapeshifter. Allowing her to take the girl could
expose the family’s shapeshifting secret he has spent a lifetime protecting.<o:p></o:p><br />
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Their instant attraction isn’t just an inconvenient temptation. It could put
his entire family in danger.<o:p></o:p><br />
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But an evil force is re-emerging, bent on destroying everything they know
and love. The only way to survive is to put all differences aside.<o:p></o:p><br />
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And overcome the nightmare that once broke Kira’s faith.<o:p></o:p><br />
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<em>This title has been revised and expanded from its previously published
version.<o:p></o:p></em><br />
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<em><span style="font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Under-Shifters-Moon-Kari-Thomas-ebook/dp/B002SN9GNY/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8"><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Under A Shifter's Moon</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></em><br />
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He was fated for another, but created to love her …<br />
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Decreed by Elders, alpha Jaguar Shifters Lyon Savage and his brother must
decide Pride rule in a <br />
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Strong and selfless, Kitlene is a rare woman whose blood, like her niece’s,
carries something of the Shifter within its DNA. Willing to sacrifice herself
for the sake of family, she offers herself to the Alpha Cat whose very presence
pulls at her soul—and whose love brings with it a deadly complication.<o:p></o:p><br />
way not seen for centuries. Under a Shifter’s Moon, a
mating can take place with a chosen human to produce a child, and the father of
that child will become the one Alpha. Now Lyon must choose the love of his
Truemate—or accept the decree to save his Pride and secure his future.<br />
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<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Her-Demon-Angel-Kari-Thomas-ebook/dp/B01A7LH28Y/ref=asap_bc?ie=UTF8"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Her
Demon, His Angel</span></a><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Rereleased (2014)
Secret Cravings Publishing<br />
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War is coming! The human race is at risk! The only hope is an angel-demon and a
woman who only half believes other beings may exist. Her Demon, His Angel by
Kari Thomas is an exciting adventure into another world, where the odds are
stacked against the humans and dark magic rules the day. Discover what happens
when love meets overwhelming odds.<br />
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Sara Winters never had a reason to acknowledge the existence of angels or
demons. Not until a rare being, half angel, half demon, rescues her from a
demon attack. As an antique book dealer she has spent her adult life looking
for one particular mysterious book, and her search has led her straight into
Drake Domitaine’s arms.<br />
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Drake doesn’t have time to deal with a frail human woman, but he has to protect
her from the very same demons who are now planning a war on the human race.<br />
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Sara and Drake’s fated love is doomed from the start. Or is it? Can a human
woman and an angel-demon be together? It’s now a race against time to find The
Book which has become an important part of a pending war to save humankind. And
in the end, will Sara and Drake overcome the insurmountable odds of their love
continuing?<o:p></o:p><br />
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If you'd like to check out the rest of <a href="http://authorkari.com/karis-romance-books.html"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Kari's Romance novels</span></a>,
go to her book page on her website <a href="http://authorkari.com/karis-romance-books.html"><span style="color: #0563c1;">here.</span></a><o:p></o:p><br />
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KARI'S BIO:<br />
<em>I was born and raised in Florida. We moved to Arizona when I was 15. Talk
about culture shock! The two states are so opposite of each other! I have lived
in AZ for most of my adult life, taking time out to attend BYU in Provo, Utah.
After school I returned home to become my mom's Caregiver. I started writing
then, too, although I had always wrote at one time or another in my life.
My mom was a </em><br />
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<em>writer too; one of her stories won a state-wide Contest and was
Serialized in the North Fort Myers, Florida Newspaper for 17 weeks. I'm a
professed Book-A-Holic, and mom taught me to read before I started school. So,
I guess that means I was destined to be a writer ---one way or another!</em><br />
<em>I love doing Research for my books, and plan on venturing into the Non
Fiction genre some time in the near future. So many subjects, so little time!</em><br />
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Find out how each of the characters in the original novella, "Blue Moon House," became a member. Read the trials and tribulations they had to endure, the kinky sexual acts, and wickedly wonderful ways required for entry. Discover what the big secret is all about.<br />
Don't miss each new book by Angelica Dawson as she takes you back to where it all began...<br />
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A vampire on the run, Nicholas has the opportunity to make a home at Blue Moon House if he is able to curb his killing tendency and learn a new way of living.<br />
Is there anything he won’t do to stay? What will he do when he inevitably fails?<br />
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Angelica Dawson, bestselling author of the Blue Moon House series, has been writing for several years and having sex a lot longer than that. Angelica is a wife, mother and environmental consultant. Her love of plants and the outdoors is not diminished by the bloodsucking hoards -- mosquitoes and black flies, not vampires. She is active on Twitter (<a href="http://twitter.com/angelicadawson">@angelicadawson</a>) and Facebook (<a href="http://facebook.com/authorangelicadawson">facebook.com/authorangelicadawson</a>)<br />
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Nick shrugged off his coat and worked open the buttons on Luke’s waistcoat. Neither man gentle, or patient with the other. Luke tore open his coat, the last button flying off.<br />
Nicholas attempted to save his clothes from the same fate by falling to his knees. He freed Luke, stroking him while licking his own lips.<br />
“Do you suck like a girl?” Luke asked, his fingers curling in Nicholas’ blond hair to hold his head steady. Luke rocked his hips, thrusting into Nick’s mouth.<br />
Nick sighed at that first taste; male musk, and something else—something distinctly Luke flooded his taste buds. Tonight, he took his time, sharing the pleasure. It reached a deep, haunting ache inside him. He rolled his tongue over Luke and opened his throat to the other man’s thrusts.<br />
Luke pulled out quickly, stopping his climax. “I want more,” he declared, pulling Nick to his feet. Luke’s fingers fumbled with the remaining buttons of Nick’s fly.<br />
The door opened and both men turned to find the lady of the house, and her maid, standing in the doorway. The lady’s eyes brightened. “Well, it seems we’ve arrived just in time. Undress me, Lilian.” The maid set to work unpinning the woman’s curls and removing her dress.<br />
“Don’t mind Beatrice,” Luke said, releasing Nick’s pants. “She likes to watch.”<br />
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-56165023724423355112016-06-06T11:01:00.000-07:002016-06-06T11:01:02.846-07:00Dealing with Scam Debt Collection Calls
<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">I recently received a
call from a company that claimed I owned a debt. Let me tell you all that I
live an exceptionally simple life; owe nothing, and never have. The caller left
a message, used my full name, and claimed to this debt was tied to my social
security number. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">SCARY, right? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Not so fast. Why have I
never received "written notification" of this supposed debt? Because
there isn't one! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">They said they had my
social security number…*cue scary music* Well, liars lie and debt collectors
are consummate liars who use fear and ignorance to intimidate average
Americans. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">So, after the lump in my
throat calmed down, and I was able to think rationally, what did I need to
consider? <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Here are my tips:</b> Please
remember that these are tips for those who KNOW they don't owe debts of any
kind. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Don't be intimidated and answer questions.
If you should happened to answer the phone and not just let these calls go to
voicemail, never confirm your identity or SSN to anyone, even if they claim to
already have your information.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">But they had my name? The internet makes
name and phone number info. easy to find and easier to buy. Don't be fooled. I
can find a wealth of information on anyone in today's digital age. Doesn't
mean, I'm a long lost relative if I know everything about you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 150%; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; text-indent: -0.25in;">
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">It's a legitimate company, though. Doesn't
matter. If you know you owe no one, don't be fooled into paying. These
companies survive on bulk collections. For every so many people they contact,
innocents get caught up in the frenzy and it's a free payday for the company. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Know your rights.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">What are the debt collection laws in your
state? Find out, and find out your rights. Debts have a time limit, and once it
expires a company has no legal right to collect.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 150%; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; text-indent: -0.25in;">
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, research where you can enter a complaint
with the Federal Government if the calls become harassing in nature. Keep and
immediately submit those calls to your state's Attorney General if the caller
threatens violence or harm to you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="line-height: 150%; margin: 0in 0in 0pt 0.75in; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; text-indent: -0.25in;">
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">If you speak to the debt collection
agency, ask that they submit the debt to you in writing. (Again, do not give or
confirm you mailing address. They should already have it if they are
legitimate.) The who, what, when, where, why, and how information of the debt
should all be sent to you in written form. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">BLOCK. I immediately block these calls
from my phone as I have no business with these companies, therefore I do not
allow them the honor of my attention. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">It's
isn't always easy to shoo away the fear when you receive a call like this. The
first and foremost thing to do is to "breathe before you react."
Next, face your fears, check your finances and determine if you owe any debt,
anywhere. When you've done this, breathe again, and decide how you'll proceed.
Will you ignore them and block their calls? Will you speak with them? When
you've decided, then know your rights. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">There
are plenty of articles on unscrupulous debt collection agencies capturing
innocent Americans in debts that aren't real. Regular people pay money to stop
the calls on debts that either aren't theirs or have expired. Don't let anyone
victimize you and take your money. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Lastly,
don't play mind games with these companies. They have the time and energy to
make you miserable, so if you don't owe a debt, it's best not to engage with
them on any level.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Kind
Regards, </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Mary</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">With people disappearing from Philadelphia’s night
streets, the Vampire Council fears they have a rogue on their hands. Special
Agent Ian McHenry isn’t all that he seems. Not only is he the FBI’s expert on
serial killers, he’s also the Council’s go-to vampire hunter. Detective Grace
Wallace is tired of the FBI not believing her theory they have a serial killer
on the loose—until Ian shows up on the case. Nothing prepared her for the
instant attraction to the darkly handsome Irishman. As they close in on the
killer, Ian’s desire for Grace grows stronger. But if he can’t control his
inner demon, this true nature will destroy his only chance at love.</span></div>
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1 of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Hunter's Dagger Series</i>):</span></b></div>
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Pennsylvania, isn’t all that has Chief of Police Grace Wallace worried. For a
year, she’s tried to forget Special Agent Ian McHenry and now he’s the expert
the FBI sent to catch the killer. She can’t stay away from him, but something
primal is telling her to run to save much more than her heart. </span></div>
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Ian vowed to follow as a vampire hunter, he fears Grace is his life mate which
puts her humanity in peril. If he gives into the desire again to make her his
forever, Ian will become one of the vampires his master destroys. But if he
leaves Grace unprotected from the evil he’s hunted for over a century, she is
in danger of losing her life…</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">***<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">A Hunter’s Angel</i></b> had previously been published by The Wild Rose
Press under the pen name <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Cera duBois</b>***</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Although Sara
Walter Ellwood has long ago left the farm for the glamour of the big town, she
draws on her experiences growing up on a small hobby farm in West Central
Pennsylvania to write her contemporary westerns. Her country upbringing even
influences her paranormal suspense romances. She’s been married to her college
sweetheart for over 20 years, and they have two teenagers and one very spoiled
rescue cat named Penny. She longs to visit the places she writes about and
jokes she’s a cowgirl at heart stuck in Pennsylvania suburbia. Sara Walter
Ellwood is a multi-published and international Amazon bestselling author of the
anthology set <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Cowboy Up</i>.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Congrats to Kari Thomas for her Love Romance Café nomination for<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> HER
DEMON, HIS ANGEL.</i> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Kari Thomas book</b> has been nominated for "Best Urban Fantasy/Paranormal" romance
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Tuesday February 16th at the LR Café Yahoo Group (<a href="http://groups.yahoo.com/group/loveromancescafe" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Times New Roman;">http://groups.yahoo.com/group/loveromancescafe</span></span></a>)
and run to February 20th. Polls will close on Feb. 20<sup>th</sup> at midnight
so make sure to get your votes in. If the above link doesn't work, please try
this one: <a href="https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/LoveRomancesCafe/polls/open" target="_blank"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Helvetica;"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Times New Roman;">https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/LoveRomancesCafe/polls/open</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">War is coming! The human race is at risk!
The only hope is an angel-demon and a woman who only half believes other beings
may exist. <i>Her Demon, His Angel</i> by Kari Thomas is an exciting adventure
into another world, where the odds are stacked against the humans and dark
magic rules the day. Discover what happens when love meets overwhelming odds.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span class="misc-title1"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><strong>Author</strong></span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> <a href="http://www.authorkari.com/index.html"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Kari Thomas</span></a> <br />
<span class="misc-title1"><strong>Genre</strong></span> Urban Fantasy/Paranormal Romance <br />
<span class="misc-title1"><strong>Heat Level</strong></span> 4 <br />
<span class="misc-title1"><strong>Words</strong></span> 88,000 <br />
<span class="misc-title1"><strong>Content Notes</strong></span> Intense <br />
<span class="misc-title1"><strong>Publisher </strong></span><span class="misc-title1"><span style="font-weight: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><a href="https://www.lsbooks.com/her-demon-his-angel-p1096.php"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #0563c1;">Liquid Silver Books</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-67466188829290683902015-12-24T01:00:00.000-08:002015-12-24T01:00:01.524-08:00A beautiful Night for Christmas
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-effects-shadow-align: topleft; mso-effects-shadow-alpha: 40.0%; mso-effects-shadow-angledirection: 2700000; mso-effects-shadow-anglekx: 0; mso-effects-shadow-angleky: 0; mso-effects-shadow-color: black; mso-effects-shadow-dpidistance: 1.5pt; mso-effects-shadow-dpiradius: 3.0pt; mso-effects-shadow-pctsx: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-pctsy: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-themecolor: dark1; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-align: center; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-compound: simple; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dash: solid; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dpiwidth: 0pt; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-join: round; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-linecap: flat; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-pctmiterlimit: 0%; mso-style-textoutline-type: none; mso-themecolor: text1;">What a beautiful night for Christmas. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-effects-shadow-align: topleft; mso-effects-shadow-alpha: 40.0%; mso-effects-shadow-angledirection: 2700000; mso-effects-shadow-anglekx: 0; mso-effects-shadow-angleky: 0; mso-effects-shadow-color: black; mso-effects-shadow-dpidistance: 1.5pt; mso-effects-shadow-dpiradius: 3.0pt; mso-effects-shadow-pctsx: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-pctsy: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-themecolor: dark1; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-align: center; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-compound: simple; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dash: solid; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dpiwidth: 0pt; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-join: round; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-linecap: flat; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-pctmiterlimit: 0%; mso-style-textoutline-type: none; mso-themecolor: text1;">There will be a full moon on the night of
Christmas day, and I encourage everyone to grab a warm drink and take a stroll
outside to see its beauty. Maybe you have a fire pit that you can relax by or
perhaps just sit in a comfortable chair. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-effects-shadow-align: topleft; mso-effects-shadow-alpha: 40.0%; mso-effects-shadow-angledirection: 2700000; mso-effects-shadow-anglekx: 0; mso-effects-shadow-angleky: 0; mso-effects-shadow-color: black; mso-effects-shadow-dpidistance: 1.5pt; mso-effects-shadow-dpiradius: 3.0pt; mso-effects-shadow-pctsx: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-pctsy: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-themecolor: dark1; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-align: center; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-compound: simple; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dash: solid; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dpiwidth: 0pt; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-join: round; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-linecap: flat; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-pctmiterlimit: 0%; mso-style-textoutline-type: none; mso-themecolor: text1;">Why? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-effects-shadow-align: topleft; mso-effects-shadow-alpha: 40.0%; mso-effects-shadow-angledirection: 2700000; mso-effects-shadow-anglekx: 0; mso-effects-shadow-angleky: 0; mso-effects-shadow-color: black; mso-effects-shadow-dpidistance: 1.5pt; mso-effects-shadow-dpiradius: 3.0pt; mso-effects-shadow-pctsx: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-pctsy: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-themecolor: dark1; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-align: center; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-compound: simple; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dash: solid; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dpiwidth: 0pt; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-join: round; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-linecap: flat; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-pctmiterlimit: 0%; mso-style-textoutline-type: none; mso-themecolor: text1;">Simple. After all the chaos for family, food
and unwrapping of presents, it's good to take a quiet moment and reflect on the
true spirit of the season. The miracle of the heavens above are mysterious and
awe inspiring, as is the miracle of one child's birth leading to mankind's
salvation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the busyness of things. Phones, emails, internet…and too easily life passes us
by. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-effects-shadow-align: topleft; mso-effects-shadow-alpha: 40.0%; mso-effects-shadow-angledirection: 2700000; mso-effects-shadow-anglekx: 0; mso-effects-shadow-angleky: 0; mso-effects-shadow-color: black; mso-effects-shadow-dpidistance: 1.5pt; mso-effects-shadow-dpiradius: 3.0pt; mso-effects-shadow-pctsx: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-pctsy: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-themecolor: dark1; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-align: center; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-compound: simple; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dash: solid; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dpiwidth: 0pt; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-join: round; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-linecap: flat; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-pctmiterlimit: 0%; mso-style-textoutline-type: none; mso-themecolor: text1;">Another year is coming to a close, and while I
have one more book release (Bet Your Sweet Aces) on the 29<sup>th</sup>, the
end of 2015 is on the exit ramp. For now, I think I'll just grab a hot
chocolate and some gingersnap cookies, and stargaze. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-effects-shadow-align: topleft; mso-effects-shadow-alpha: 40.0%; mso-effects-shadow-angledirection: 2700000; mso-effects-shadow-anglekx: 0; mso-effects-shadow-angleky: 0; mso-effects-shadow-color: black; mso-effects-shadow-dpidistance: 1.5pt; mso-effects-shadow-dpiradius: 3.0pt; mso-effects-shadow-pctsx: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-pctsy: 100.0%; mso-effects-shadow-themecolor: dark1; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-align: center; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-compound: simple; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dash: solid; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-dpiwidth: 0pt; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-join: round; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-linecap: flat; mso-style-textoutline-outlinestyle-pctmiterlimit: 0%; mso-style-textoutline-type: none; mso-themecolor: text1;">Merry Christmas dear readers. May all life's blessing be yours this season.</span></div>
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other. Sensual, powerful, this creature is a blood-hunter, a seducer….a
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all cultures from around the world have their own legends about blood drinking
monsters. Is it the fear of death which brings these legends to life? Perhaps,
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portrayed in books and movies as an unholy beast, there is also an underlay of
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">An intriguing idea to have an extended lifespan, while
staying forever at a perfect age. Of course, the tradeoff is the terrible
bloodlust that overcomes the mind. Eternity is an exciting concept until you
think of the lost loved ones, and always being out of step with humanity. To
haunt the streets at night, alone…always separate.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is our secret hope to remain desirable; and their ability to live forever is
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12<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup> and most epic book in the Lords of the Underworld series yet,
THE DARKEST TORMENT, available May 31, 2016! I think we can all agree on one
thing: <b>#BadenIsHot</b>!</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">New York Times</span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> bestselling author Gena Showalter
returns with her most explosive Lords of the Underworld tale to date, about a
fierce warrior on the brink of sanity who will stop at nothing to claim the
exquisite human with the power to soothe the beast inside him...</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Driven to his death
by the demon of Distrust, Baden spent centuries in purgatory. Now he's back,
but at what cost?</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";"> </span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">Bound to the king of the underworld,
an even darker force, he's unable to withstand the touch of another...and he's
quickly devolving into a heartless assassin with an uncontrollable temper.
Things only get worse when a mission goes awry and he finds himself saddled
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Katarina Joelle is forced to marry a monster to protect her loved ones. When she's
taken hostage by the ruthless, beautiful Baden immediately after the ceremony,
she's plunged into a war between two evils</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family: Helvetica; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">—</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Arial Unicode MS";">with a protector more dangerous than
the monsters he hunts. They are meant to be enemies, but neither can resist the
passion burning between them...and all too soon the biggest threat is to her
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DARKEST NIGHT (Lords of the Underworld #1) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/476543.The_Darkest_Night"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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DARKEST KISS (Lords of the Underworld #2) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2498983.The_Darkest_Kiss"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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DARKEST PLEASURE (Lords of the Underworld #3) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2712967-the-darkest-pleasure"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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DARKEST WHISPER (Lords of the Underworld #4) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5509920-the-darkest-whisper"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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DARKEST PASSION (Lords of the Underworld #5) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6758331-the-darkest-passion"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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DARKEST LIE (Lords of the Underworld #6) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/7519472-the-darkest-lie"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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DARKEST SECRET (Lords of the Underworld #7) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9394010-the-darkest-secret"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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DARKEST SURRENDER (Lords of the Underworld #8) - </span><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8038219-the-darkest-surrender"><span class="Hyperlink1"><span style="color: #0563c1; font-family: Helvetica;">GOODREADS</span></span></a><u style="text-underline: #1154CB;"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 13pt; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"><o:p></o:p></span></u></div>
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-84936833628288014542015-10-06T02:00:00.000-07:002015-10-06T02:00:01.477-07:00Six Sexy Questions with romance author, KARI THOMAS <div style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;">
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">Welcome, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kari-Thomas/e/B001JOVOLA/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1444011073&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Kari</a>, are you ready for a little wicked fun?
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh6vTA-Np-eHQVcJHeEXQkwkQ0CUn6kkZFC8FVBwO_NPCgUVyktaZBD9BGK0jtBc6Y7gQyJwIEwCrp9yoDiQS0xaCnsdgfr3wB_AZasCNh3YfD5eDsjH0R1VAhsG3Fa5wgpqnWrERly88/s1600/UASM8239355.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh6vTA-Np-eHQVcJHeEXQkwkQ0CUn6kkZFC8FVBwO_NPCgUVyktaZBD9BGK0jtBc6Y7gQyJwIEwCrp9yoDiQS0xaCnsdgfr3wB_AZasCNh3YfD5eDsjH0R1VAhsG3Fa5wgpqnWrERly88/s200/UASM8239355.jpg" width="122" /></a><span style="color: red; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">K: It would ONLY be safe if I covered all my
heroes ears so they couldn’t hear which one I picked. Okay…shhhh…Lyon Savage
(<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kari-Thomas/e/B001JOVOLA/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1444011073&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Under a Shifter’s Moon</a>). That name says it all. </span></div>
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bed from a height and she’s completely surprised. Did I mention ALL my love
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgnA6awT51dC5gNBISGRqAi2pPW0As1jfGGQQZTk20zGBQmPlYFWt9xydGgxAJiMEum3cPctW7KOa4RR-tjCG0-ftJ7AXnqxrtmQmkOgIA-p2OPfa8hy3ctsDjxbeGIo9MBM0cngdfstU/s1600/PFTW2224404.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgnA6awT51dC5gNBISGRqAi2pPW0As1jfGGQQZTk20zGBQmPlYFWt9xydGgxAJiMEum3cPctW7KOa4RR-tjCG0-ftJ7AXnqxrtmQmkOgIA-p2OPfa8hy3ctsDjxbeGIo9MBM0cngdfstU/s200/PFTW2224404.jpg" width="133" /></a><span style="color: red; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">K: You really are trying to get me into deep
trouble aren’t you? Seriously, I couldn’t chose just one. Lyon is all primal
(Under a Shifter’s Moon). Logan (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kari-Thomas/e/B001JOVOLA/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1444011073&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Hunted Mate</a>) is all territorial. Drake (Her
Demon, His Angel) is all male-take-charge. Hunter (Spell Kissed) is
hard-but-tender. Aiden (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kari-Thomas/e/B001JOVOLA/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1444011073&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Temptation Unleashed</a>) is always trying to keep his
beast side under control in order not to scare his mate. And Slade (Surrender
Her Touch) is always doing his “go-ahead-make-me-change-into-my-dragon. Dare
ya.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cole (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kari-Thomas/e/B001JOVOLA/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1444011073&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Seducing the Hero</a>) is all
sexy cowboy. That says it all. And Kane (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kari-Thomas/e/B001JOVOLA/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1444011073&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Prey for the Wolf</a>) is one of those
tough, sexy wolves that can melt a woman’s heart just before he threatens to
eat her! Okay. YOU choose. Go ahead. I want tell on you to the other guys.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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it a fav. Perfume, shoes, dress?</span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">K: ALL of the above! Seriously though, I
love sensual clothing. You know, the kind that says a woman is all soft and
sweet, tender, but is also ALL woman</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">Question 5) Okay, date night with a certain
dragon-shifter hero. What am I in for? </span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">K: To start off and make you comfortable
(beware of that move!) Slade (<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Kari-Thomas/e/B001JOVOLA/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1444011073&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Surrender Her Touch</a>) would cook you a delicious
steak dinner. Then, during the meal he’d start saying things that made you
blush but weren’t inappropriate. Just yet. Then after dinner he would take you
out under the stars and…change into a dragon. He would encourage you to climb
on his broad dragon back. Then he’d soar into the air. Well, after the ride (no
pun intended), he’d bring you home. And lead you into the bedroom. OH! I’m
stopping right there! You can imagine the rest. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">Question 6) Which of your books has the hottest sex
scene?</span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">K: OMG, I’m not sure I’m the best judge of
that. For some reason, all of my books have been categorized as erotic. Not
Erotica, but erotic in the sensual term. “Hunted Mate” actually won an Award
for the Best Erotic Shapeshifter Book of the Year.” Yet, I think Lyon’s book
(Under a Shifter’s Moon) should wear that title with A LOT of pride. Lyon’s
face is next to “sexy, hot<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>lovemaking”
in the dictionary!</span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;">Okay. THANK YOU, Mary for allowing me the chance to drop by and
visit. I knew I could count on you giving me some interestingly-sexy questions
about my heroes! </span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;">I’d like to add a few things before I go. My latest book, HER DEMON,
HIS ANGEL is not available during a short respite, due to the closing of the
publisher Secret Cravings. BUT! The great news is that Liquid Silver Books will
be publishing it in the very near future! YAY! If you would like more info,
please do contact me: </span><a href="https://us-mg6.mail.yahoo.com/neo/b/compose?to=authorkari@yahoo.com" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;"><span style="color: #0563c1;">authorkari@yahoo.com</span></span></a><span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;"> </span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;">I am also offering ANY of my Backlist (with the exception of Her
Demon, His Angel) (see the blogsite listed below) as PDF copies, $2.50
each. Contact me via email. Payments can be made through PayPal. </span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;">At present time, my author site: </span><a href="http://www.authorkari.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: #0563c1;">www.authorkari.blogspot.com</span></span></a><span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;"> is in limbo. I can’t get
Google to help with untangling the error, so for now it’s not an active site.
The best way to contact me is through my email. </span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;">THANKS, everyone, for reading!</span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "Helvetica",sans-serif;">Happy
Reading Hugs, Kari</span><span style="color: red; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;">Thank you Kari, for coming by and entertaining my
readers. I need something cold to drink now. </span><span style="font-family: Wingdings; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%; mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-char-type: symbol; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;"><span style="mso-char-type: symbol; mso-symbol-font-family: Wingdings;">J</span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 106%;"> I encourage
readers to check out Kari's Amazon author page where you can buy all her
available books. </span></div>
Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-71248077726831481692015-05-11T09:05:00.001-07:002015-05-11T09:05:23.664-07:00Connections Made as WritersI'm blogging at my friend, Cindy's Blog today talking about writer friends. This is a topic close to my heart, and it meant a lot to me to be able to share how I feel about having these connections. We as writers make many connections throughout our careers but none is more important than the connections we make to other writers. <br />
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Why? <br />
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Writing is along process with many bumps throughout the road. Although a solitary act, there is an entire community of support just outside the door. <br />
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Here's a link to my post to find out more about my thoughts on writer friends and what they mean to me. Share your thoughts if you can relate. <a href="http://theblogofcindyrule.blogspot.ca/2015/05/for-love-ofwriter-friends-with-mary.html" id="yui_3_16_0_1_1431357446559_4570" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://theblogofcindyrule.blogspot.ca/2015/05/for-love-ofwriter-friends-with-mary.html</a><br />
Mary<br />
Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-61073667961347687822015-05-01T02:00:00.000-07:002015-05-01T02:00:00.931-07:00May brings Changes in my Publishing LifeHello lovers of sexy stories,<br />
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There are changes afoot in the month of May. First off, my publisher of six year, Breathless Press, has officially closed it's doors today. Sad new for all of us authors and readers who so enjoyed the great erotic romance they provided. <br />
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Publishing can be a very fluid industry, so for BP to have survived six years is a good run and I know they'd have continued if it has been economically feasible to do so. I will miss BP, and the great people I was privileged to work with. Thank you for a great six years. <br />
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What does this mean for me as one of their authors, and the three books I have with them?<br />
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First off, they promptly returned all my book rights to me, no fuss. Excellent news. Therefore, I've chose to move forward in the following manner. <br />
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I'm currently combining and rewriting, Dangerous Moves and Clandestine Eyes into a single novella. I'm hoping to find a new publisher once I've completed the story which is tentatively titled, Clandestine Engagements. Your favorite hero (Rob) and heroine (Coreen) will be as sexually titillating as always, but with a beta couple sure to steal your heart. <br />
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My choices moving forward with Tasting Camilla are somewhat different. I intend to search for a new publisher to republish the story but will not be making any substantial changes. The only difference readers may notice are a cover change and a few edits. There are few small presses that do republishing, so wish me luck that they see the great story all you readers have enjoyed for so long. <br />
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It's a lot to take in, believe me I've been living it, but I have great hope going forward. I'm writing daily on Clandestine Engagements and the story is really going to be amazing. For those who read Dangerous Moves and Clandestine Eyes, you'll get character depth in this new story along with plenty of suspense and action. <br />
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That's all for now. I've still got two books active out there. Love's Demon Ways and Dhampir Passions, are paranormal erotic romances with plenty of sexy action to keep you entertained. <br />
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I'll keep you updated on my progress as I have news. <br />
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Happy reading folks.<br />
Mary <br />
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Mary Corrales is a multi-published erotic romance author who loves to write stories in several genres. <br />
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Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-62837975455845415882014-12-16T02:00:00.000-08:002014-12-16T02:00:00.654-08:00Romance author, Ivy Bateman, tells us about The Art of Falling in Love
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"><span style="color: red;">Welcome Ivy Bateman as she share a little about what it is to fall in love....</span> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">When you meet someone, someone you have a connection with,
how do you know if the connection is lasting? In the past I've…ahem…connected<span style="color: black;"> with</span>
some men for a rather short time and others, for longer times. Unfortunately
some of the ones that lasted longer than others I wish had been shorter but,
c'est la vie.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Anyway, to get back to it, what makes a connection worth
investigating? How do you know the one you think is <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">the one</i> really is the one? Obviously this is question that dances
in the minds of many and can't be always be answered in a concrete manner or
there would be no romance books, or poetry, or chick flicks. If we had the
answer, if we knew "yes, this person is for me, but this one can take a
long walk off a short pier", we would stop exploring romance and all they
mystery that comes with it.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">For me, the answer lies in how I felt when I wasn't with
that person. If I thought about them a lot, if I ached to be in their presence
I knew, it was a connection worth pursuing. If they tripped into my thought
process from time to time, or if I felt better about myself when they weren't
around, than I knew it was just a passing phase and moved on. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In my story <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Art of
Falling Forever</i>, my lead heroine Amy has a connection with her boyfriend
Troy, but she needs space due to an incident involving her mother. While trying
to figure out how to direct the town's Christmas play, a torch passed onto her
due to her mother's passing, she discovers that she has deep connection with
her mother's dearest friend Eilam, a sweet, kind elderly man; or so he appears
to the rest of the world as.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I don't want to give away the farm here, but through the
course of the discovery, Amy needs to decide which connection is the one she
needs to purse. She always thought it was Troy, but Eilam presents her with a
life she never imagined was possible. Her attachment for both men is strong,
but which one is best for her? Which one would last forever?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In real life, with my own forever connection, I chose the
man who made me feel whole. My husband loves me for who I am, for the good and
the bad, and everything in between. I can be myself with him as I can be with
no other person. My heart beats with his. His is my truest connection. He is my
forever.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Thank-you very much to Mary for having me on her blog today.
Please stop by my blog and enter my contest for a chance to win <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Art of Falling Forever,</i> a couple
other stories, and a $5 Breathless Press gift card. The contest goes until
December, 20th and I'll announce the winner on December, 21st.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Happy Holidays everyone and Happy Reading!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Ivy Bateman</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">xoxo<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="color: red;">Thanks Ivy for coming by and sharing. It's easy to believe in true love when I hear what you've found in your husband. May we all have the chance to find that one special love for ourselves. </span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Readers, please continue on for a peek at Ivy's awesome new book. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Ivy Bateman Blurb for The Art of Falling Forever: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">A chaste kiss on the cheek leads to the discovery of a
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Even though Eilam has always been part of her world, Amy
never thought of him as more than a mother's friend. One night, after rehearsal
for the town's Christmas Pageant, Eilam reveals that not only is there more to
him than Amy had ever imagined, but that together they could be the next
chapter in a story that has played out in her family for over 2000 years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">While struggling to cope with the death of her mother and
the responsibility of being in charge of the biggest even of the year, Amy must
decide whether her future lies with her estranged boyfriend Troy or the
enigmatic Eilam. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Excerpt
For The Art of Falling Forever By Ivy Bateman</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">The doorbell chimed, causing Amy to nearly jump out of
her skin. She glanced at the clock. It was almost five, which meant that it
could only be Eilam and he was now the last person she wanted to see. Tracy
demanding she explain her new attitude, Troy begging her to take him
back—either scenario would have been preferable to what waited for her on the
other side of her front door.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">The bell chimed again, followed by insistent knocking.
"Amara, I know you're in there. If you don't open the door I will be
forced to break it down which, as I'm sure you've figured out, would blow my
cover."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Amy smiled a little. He somehow knew that she'd
discovered the truth. She remembered his voice on the phone, his suspicious
tone. He must have guessed or known she would soon be on a path of discovery.
But how? She touched her cheek. Of course, the kiss.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">"Please let me in. There's so much you need to
know."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Amy pushed herself to standing, taking the box of
secrets with her. She placed it on the table in the living room and then went
to the front door. She opened it, slowly and cautiously, blocking Eilam's
immediate entry with her body.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">"Amara, please don't be afraid."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">"Why not? You give me so much to be afraid of,
being a shapeshifter, or whatever it is you are, who haunts the women in my
family. I think you should go."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">"No, I'm not going to go. Not until you've given
me a chance to explain myself. I don't mean to be firm with you, but please let
me in."</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Amy looked at his beaten fedora, his crinkled coat,
his bright blue eyes, and his wispy white eyebrows. There was nothing malicious
in his demeanor and yet he was changed. He seemed older in a 'seen a lot of
time' kind of way, and stronger too. She couldn't help feeling he was now a
stranger, but Amy had to trust her mother would not let her be in the presence
of a madman.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Ivy's books are available from the Breathless Press Website: </div>
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<a href="http://www.breathlesspress.com/index.php?main_page=index&manufacturers_id=54"><span style="color: blue;">Ivy
Bateman on Breathless Press</span></a></div>
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Ivy's Blog: http://ivybmisbehavin.blogspot.com/ </div>
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Or follow Ivy on Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/IvyBateman">https://twitter.com/IvyBateman</a></div>
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Or drop Ivy a line at:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="mailto:ivybmisbehavin@gmail.com">ivybmisbehavin@gmail.com</a><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></div>
Mary Corraleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13694752324040323756noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5231166728770185792.post-91383304042422036022014-07-05T11:18:00.000-07:002014-07-05T11:18:26.603-07:00HER DEMON, HIS ANGEL by Kari Thomas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The amazing Kari Thomas has awed the romance community once more with her new release, HER DEMON, HIS ANGEL. This book is redone and just so great that paranormal lovers will squeak with joy. <br />
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Blurb:<br />
<span style="font-size: 11.5pt;">Sara Winters never had reason to acknowledge the existence of Angels or Demons. Not until a rare being, half angel and half demon, rescues her from a demon attack. As an antique book dealer she has spent her adult life looking for one particular, mysterious Book, and her search has led her straight into Drake Domitaine’s arms.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 11.5pt;">Drake doesn’t have time to deal with a frail human woman but he has to protect her from the very same demons that are now planning a war on the human race.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 11.5pt;">Sara and Drake’s fated love is doomed from the start. Or is it? Can a human woman and Angel-Demon be together? It’s now a race against time to find the Book which has become an important part of pending war to save humankind. And in the end, will Sara and Drake overcome the insurmountable odds of their love continuing?</span><br />
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Check out this new release if you're looking for an evening read that you just won't want to put down. Click on the book cover and find excerpts as well.<br />
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Readers: Due to issues with blogger, here is the longer link in case clicking on the book cover doesn't take you to Secret Cravings Publisher site: <br />
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Happy Reading,<br />
Mary Corrales<br />
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