As the holiday season gears up and 2011 winds down I find myself reflecting on reading in 2011, and books and authors that are new to me. Today I thought it would be fun to look at "new to me" discoveries I’ve made this year. Books that were released a year or more ago, but for one reason or another I have not read. I will share how I discovered them and why I recommend them. In no particular order: Series: GA Aiken’s “Dragon” series The book Dragon Actually was released in Continue Reading
Review: Once Upon a Winter’s Eve by Tessa Dare
Once Upon a Winter’s Eve by Tessa Dare Historical Romance Novella November 15, 2011 Samhain Reviewed by May Favorite Quote: “I, Violet Mary, take you, Christian James.” She touched his cheek. “To be my husband. To have, to hold. To love and honor. All that sickness-health, richer-poorer business too. Forsaking all others, so long as we both shall live.” His hand found hers. “You didn’t promise to obey.” “No, I didn’t.” She kissed his jaw. “What if I substitute, ‘To make Continue Reading
Review: Touch by Jus Accardo
Touch (Denazen #1) by Jus Accardo YA Paranormal November 1, 2011 Entangled Publishing Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: "I understand now, Dez," he whispered sleepily. "I understand the hand thing." Deznee Cross is an adrenaline junkie. When she comes across a mysterious boy hiding in the woods, the only thing she can think of is what a rush it will be when her dad sees him and flips out. Only Dez miscalculates her dad’s reaction when he already seems to know who Kyle is and attempts Continue Reading
Review: A Novel Seduction by Gwyn Cready
A Novel Seduction by Gwyn Cready Contemporary Romance October 25, 2011 Simon & Schuster Reviewed by Mandi Ellery Sharpe is a literary critic for the magazine Vanity Place. After she writes a scathing review about the memoir of Bettina Moore, the head of Pierrot Enterprises (the world's most successful romance book publisher), not everyone is happy with her. Especially her boss, who just so happens to be sleeping with none other than Bettina Moore. To appease his lover, Ellery's boss Continue Reading
AAD Spotlight: Melissa Schroeder
We are happy to spotlight Melissa Schroeder today at Smexy Books. She will be one of the many authors attending the Author’s After Dark conference in August 2012 in New Orleans. It was a pleasure to meet her at this year’s AAD conference. Her and Kris Cook sponsored a happy hour – a definite highlight of the conference ;) Melissa Schroeder has been a busy writer since her debut in 2004, having published many books since that time. I not only enjoy reading her “Harmless” series but she is Continue Reading
More Winners!
The winners of Turning Up the Heat contest which includes both Deliciously Sinful by Lilli Feisty and Too Wicked to Wed by Cara Elliott are: Jennifer F MinnChica CrystalGB The winner of Because of You by Jessica Scott is: Barbara Elness Congrats! All winners have been emailed. Continue Reading
Winners!
The winner of Blood Rights by Kristen Painter is: Rain Maiden Jen The winners from the Take My Books contest are: Set 1 – Jennifer Set 2 - jenn Set 3 - Mariee Set 4 – Brunette Librarian Set 5 - Jay Set 6 – Jodie Congrats! All winners have been emailed. Continue Reading
Smexy’s Top Ten–November 11th
10. Earlier in the week, a deer hunter fell out of a tree at the end of my street (my street dead-ends at a big wooded area. Also, I live in redneckville). Four fire trucks, three ambulances, police and the medevac helicopter all came. I guess he had a phone, and was able to call 9-1-1. It was dramatic, especially watching the helicopter try to land in this small field on my street. I have no idea how hurt the hunter was, I hope he is okay. My little street can’t handle that type of chaos! Continue Reading
Review: The Shadow Reader by Sandy Williams
The Shadow Reader (McKenzie Lewis #1) by Sandy Williams Urban Fantasy October 25, 2011 Ace Reviewed by Tori Favorite Quote: “I dedicated my life to my king. I should have dedicated it to you. “ McKenzie Lewis is a Nalkin-Shom-a shadow witch. She has a special gift that allows her to see and track the Fae by “reading” the shadows they leave behind when fissuring (teleporting). This gift has cost her family and friends; they believe her insane. From the time she was 16 years old till Continue Reading
Because of You Blog Tour and Giveaway
I’m excited to host the Because of You by Jessica Scott Blog Tour today. This is the debut release for the Loveswept digital line. I’ve read this military romantic suspense and I really enjoyed it. Full of angst, and tons of action and what comes to be a sweet romance. The supporting characters in this book are great too. I’ll be posting my review soon. I’m already dying for book two ;) Today, you have the chance to learn a little more about the book and the author, Jessica Scott as well Continue Reading