Anthology
A collection of stories. Can include more than one author and/or genre.
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Read Just Desserts by Vicki Batman a Romantic Comedy Anthology @VickiBatman #RLFblog #RomanticComedy #Romance
Read a Romantic Comedy short stories bundle, including 11 clean and wholesome “cute meet” romantic comedy tales filled with fun and forever possibilities in Just Desserts, a sweet bundle of stories by Vicki Batman.
Just Desserts and Other Short Stories by Vicki Batman
Eleven clean and wholesome “cute meet” romantic comedy tales filled with fun and forever possibilities
Love blossoms in the small town of Sommerville in these clean and wholesome, heart-warming cute meet tales, filled with fun and forever possibilities.
Award-winning author, Vicki Batman, delivers eleven Hollywood style of cute-meet, romantic comedy stories.
Included are:
Bug Stuff ~ An accountant unites with his co-worker to exterminate a pesky adversary.
Just Desserts ~ A political dinner gone disastrous brings together a reluctant attendee and her handsome seat-mate.
With This Ring ~ When a wife forgets the all-important little black dress, the evening turns into something utterly unforgettable.
Good Girls Finish First ~ When men friends are challenged to fix breakfast if they lose a race, one woman leads the pack and discovers finishing first can lead to romance.
Ouch ~ Who knew a yoga class would be so dangerous…and romantic?
Man Theory ~ When a geeky co-worker espouses his theory on love, a friend risks her heart.
Tommy and the Teacher ~ A young boy steals from the school’s book fair causing interesting possibilities to arise.
Absolutely Positively Lost ~ Helping a map-challenged young man find his way is truly serendipitous.
The Little Birdie Who ~ A new town, a new friend, a new beginning. Who would have thought a little bird could bring two people together?
Check Her Out ~ It’s a sticky situation, especially between a store manager and Auntie Caren when her nephew must pay for the gum he stole.
This Is Not Working ~ One of those days at a new job when nothing is going right, and then the new boss steps in.
Funny, sweet, and quirky, Vicki Batman’s latest stories are full of her hallmark humor and romance and will delight all readers.
Where to buy Just Desserts
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CT8XC5F/
Vicki Batman Social Media
Vicki Batman has sold many romantic comedy works to magazines, several publishers, and most recently, two humorous romantic mysteries. Along the way, she has picked up awards and bestsellers. Avid Jazzerciser. Handbag lover. Mahjong player. Yoga practitioner. Movie fan. Book devourer. Chocaholic. Best Mom ever. And adores Handsome Hubby. Most days begin with her hands set to the keyboard and thinking “What if??”
Website http://vickibatman.blogspot.com/
Blog http://www.vickibatman.blogspot.com/
Twitter https://twitter.com/VickiBatman/
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Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/author/vickibatman/
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Read Tempt Me and help support the Kidney Foundation of Ohio @kfohio with Ariel Marie @the_ArielMarie #KidneyDisease #Read
Tempt Me is a limited collection of romance tales. This diverse bundle of short stories has something for everyone, from paranormal to fantasy to dark romance.
The temptation will be too strong to resist. This book will captivate you and leave you wanting more. Be prepared for a thrilling ride that will make your heart pound.
The stories in the compilation are exclusive and can’t be found anywhere else. Please don’t wait, this box set will only be available for a limited time before it is gone forever.
Note: The authors of this collection have joined to raise money for kidney disease patients. All proceeds will be donated to the Kidney Foundation of Ohio.
Authors include: Peyton Banks, Yolanda Olson, Shani Greene-Dowdell, Michelle Brown, Theresa Hodge, Emery LeeAnn, Michelle Pace, Josette Reuel, Eden Rose, Ruby Papciak, Faith Ryan, Delizhia Jenkins, Barb Shuler, Amanda Kimberley, Elizabeth York, Julia Bright, Kat Parrish, Ja’Nese Dixon, Donna R Mercer, Simone Evans
Universal link: https://geni.us/Temptme
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50398132-tempt-me
Ariel Marie Social Media
Ariel Marie is an author who loves the paranormal, action and hot steamy romance. She combines all three in each and every one of her stories. For as long as she can remember, she has loved vampires, shifters and every creature you can think of. This even rolls over into her favorite movies! She loves a good action-packed thriller! Throw a touch of the supernatural world in it and she’s hooked!
She grew up in Cleveland, Ohio where she currently resides with her husband and three beautiful children.
Website https://www.thearielmarie.com/
Twitter https://twitter.com/the_ArielMarie
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/authorarielmarie
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/13904978.Ariel_Marie
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Relive small town memories in Sommerville Holidays by Vicki Batman @Vicki Batman #RLFblog #RomanticComedy
Welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Sommerville Holidays.
Sommerville Holidays by Vicki Batman
Genre: Romantic comedy short stories
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): G
Hopes and wishes and holiday kisses…Sommerville holidays.
Story Blurb: Holiday Disaster: Days before Christmas, a librarian experiences plumbing issues and visits from Mr. Maintenance Man who isn’t nearly as jolly as Santa Claus.
The Littlest Angel: Two people. One ornament for the tree. Can a twosome find common ground and discover the true meaning of Christmas?
Holiday Handbag Extravaganza: Christmas Countdown is on! A hunk-a-licious customer pesters a boutique owner to locate a vintage handbag for his mother. Too bad the wedge between them is his sister, the meanest girl in town.
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Do you write more than one genre? If so, what are they?…
I write romantic comedy mysteries (the Hattie Cook mystery series) and romantic comedy short stories.
How do you come up with ideas?…
Oh my! Every story is different. For “Holiday Disaster,” I really did have an incident when I was a single girl and dropped my contact down the drain. I had little money to buy a new one; so there was no choice but to call Mr. Maintenance Man. However, the guy wasn’t nearly as much fun as my fictional guy. In “The Littlest Angel” I based the story on a Christmas ornament a family friend gave my mom. In “Holiday Handbag Extravaganza,” I pay tribute to a favorite handbag designer, Enid Collins.
What is the single most important part of writing for you?…
Getting the story right. I work and work before it is edited and then work some more. I confess, I’m a slow writer.
When did you write your first book?…
I began writing sixteen years ago. Wow! Time has flown by.
FUN
Leather or lace? Leather-handbags. LOL
Black or red? Love red. Wear black.
Satin sheets or smooth cotton? Cotton, preferably soft flannel.
Ocean or mountains? Mountains.
City life or country life? City life.
Party life or evening at home? Evening at home watching The Holiday Baking Championship with Handsome
Dogs or cats? Both!
Where to buy Sommerville holidays
Publisher: VLMBatman Publisher
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sommerville-holidays-wishes-holiday-holidays-ebook/dp/B07Z45SGC5/Vicki Batman Social Media
Vicki Batman has sold many romantic comedy works to magazines, several publishers, and most recently, two humorous romantic mysteries. Along the way, she has picked up awards and bestsellers. Avid Jazzerciser. Handbag lover. Mahjong player. Yoga practitioner. Movie fan. Book devourer. Chocaholic. Best Mom ever. And adores Handsome Hubby. Most days begin with her hands set to the keyboard and thinking “What if??”
Website http://vickibatman.blogspot.com/p/more-about-me.html/
Blog http://www.vickibatman.blogspot.com/
Twitter https://twitter.com/VickiBatman/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Vicki-Batman-sassy-writer-of-sexy-and-funny-fiction-133506590074451/
Pinterest http://pinterest.com/vickibatman/
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4814608.Vicki_Batman/
Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/author/vickibatman/
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Sweeter Than Chocolate: Valentine’s Day Anthology by Carly Carson @Carly_Carson #RLFblog #NewRelease #Contemporary Romance
Carly Carson, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about your book.
Sweeter Than Chocolate: Valentine’s Day Anthology by Carly Carson, et. al
Contemporary Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
Sweeter than chocolate and hotter than your heart’s desire.
Celebrate the day of love with sixteen sweet and spicy stories from some of your favorite USA Today and Amazon Bestselling Authors. Brimming with love, passion, and angst, this anthology will satisfy your sweet tooth, set your heart on fire, and leave you yearning for more.
So tear into your favorite box of Valentine’s Day chocolates, pour a glass of wine, and start reading for some decadent, melt-in-your-mouth Valentine-themed romances.
Why did you write this book?
I had already started a series about British dukes. I’ve always been interested in marginalized people, and how they retain their cultures, so I knew I wanted to incorporate the Romany people, which required me to move the story to Europe. Then I love to ski, so I thought it would be fun to include a bit of that sport. And voila! Royal Masquerade (my story in this anthology) was born.
What is your favorite genre to read?
I read almost every romance genre, but my favorites are contemporary, military, and romantic suspense.
Who is your favorite character from fiction (not including your own)?
I would have to say Aragorn, from Lord of the Rings, because I do love heroic figures!
What are you working on at the moment?
I’m working on another book in my series about British dukes, the Duke of Renfren. When all you have is a noble title…
You just might need your adolescent crush and next-door neighbor, Lady Sarah Devonwood, to shake up your world and teach you what’s important in life.
What books will we see from you in coming months?
I have another story in my British Dukes series well underway. Please look for the Duke of Coventry.
Ariel struggles to support herself making pastries in a small English town. At night, she dances alone under the stars. The heir to an impoverished dukedom could easily fall in love with the mysterious dancing nymph, but he needs to marry the Lady Godiva movie star currently making a movie at his castle.Where to buy Sweeter Than Chocolate: A Valentine’s Day Anthology
Publisher Gina Kincade
Amazon https://amzn.to/2QjJk7X
Universal Link http://mybook.to/STCCarly Carson Social Media
Carly Carson is a contemporary romance author, who will never marry into the British nobility, as she is already happily married to Traveling Man. But there’s nothing wrong with a little fantasy in one’s life, right? She has three children, who provide a daily dose of reality, even though they are almost perfect (just ask them!) Carly loves hearing from her readers.
Website https://www.carlycarson.com/
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Christmas in a Flash by Daryl Devore writing as Victoria Adams @daryldevore #RLFblog #Christmasromance
Daryl Devore writing as Victoria Adams, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about your book.
Christmas in a Flash by Victoria Adams
Genre Christmas Romance
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): Sweet
Victoria Adams – Daryl Devore’s alter ego – has penned two flash Christmas romances. A flash is a short story based on prompts. These are meant to be read on break with a cup of tea and a couple of biscuits.
Gingerbread Dreams – Two bakers who instead of eggs broke each other’s heart. One stayed in the small town. The other took the cooking world by storm. Can gingerbread heal a shattered dream?
Christmas Knight – Tamara’s Christmas dream is shattered when her parents can’t meet her on the Caribbean cruise ship where she works. A handsome passenger with the initials S.C. spends Christmas Eve romancing her, but disappears at midnight. Is there a hope Tamara’s Christmas Day isn’t ruined?
Bonus – Winter’s Chill – A dark tale seen through the eyes of the prey, the stalker and the protector. Can Silk survive the first snowfall of the year? Can Lucan satisfy his craving? Is Damien good enough to triumph over evil?
Where to buy Christmas in a Flash
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07KYBC959
Victoria Adams / Daryl Devore Social Media
Two writers in one. Daryl Devore writes hot romances with sexy heroes and strong heroines. Victoria Adams is Daryl Devore’s alter ego when she’s inspired to write sweet romances with little to no heat.
Daryl Devore lives in an old farmhouse in Ontario, Canada, with her husband, two black cats – Licorice and Ginny-Furr Purrkins – and some house ghosts. Her daughter is grown and has flown the nest. Daryl loves to take long walks on her quiet country road or snowshoe across the back acres, and in the summer, kayak along the St. Lawrence River. She has touched a moon rock, a mammoth, and a meteorite. She’s been deep in the ocean in a submarine, flown high over Niagara Falls in a helicopter, and used the ladies room in a royal palace. Life’s an adventure and Daryl’s having fun living it.
Website https://daryldevore.wixsite.com/mysite
Blog https://daryldevore.blogspot.ca
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Meet Lynn Chantale @ lynnchantale Author of Stealing Christmas #RLFblog #Romance #Mystery Collections and Anthologies
Lynn Chantale, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Stealing Christmas.
Stealing Christmas by Lynn Chantale
Genre: Romance Collections and Anthologies
Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R
Secrets abound in Benson’s Bakery. A crazed Santa wants something valuable hidden inside the building, and only two things stand in his way…Jake and Sara.
When Sara Henderson receives threatening letters just days before Christmas, she asks sexy bread baker Jake Benson for help. Jake is more than happy to provide the muscle to keep the beautiful cake decorator from harm, but he has an ulterior motive–to steal a kiss under the mistletoe. Sara wants that kiss as much as he does, but first they have a mystery to solve.
Will they find out who is stalking Sara, or will Santa succeed in stealing Christmas?
Tell us about yourself as a person.
What makes you different from other people?
Aside from being blind with a guide dog? As a person I’ve embraced some of the shall we say more eclectic parts of personality such as a fondness for BDSM, enjoying relationships with other ethical non-monogamous folks, and finding my way as an empty-nester and divorcee.
What is your favorite subject to talk about?
My favorite topic is books. I could talk for hours about the books I’ve read or plan to read. It’s a good thing I joined a book club. ;-)
What is your favorite meal?
My absolute favorite meal is one I don’t have to cook. Other than that, sloppy joes and french-fries.
Tell us about yourself as a writer.
What made you want to be a writer?
I’d always had the writing bug. As far back as elementary school I wrote about a precocious four-year-old with a talent for solving mysteries. Later it turned into wanting something more realistic and more like me. There’s nothing wrong with romances being set on a ranch or to hand out with billionaires, but this inner-city girl wanted to read about other African American characters in less glamorous situations.
When you go to a convention, what kinds of things do you take along?
When going to conventions, I take anxiety meds and plenty of swag, such as sewing kits, lip balm and ink pens. There have been a few T-shirts and tote bags too.
What are your writing goals for this year?
The writing goals for 2019 have been accomplished. As for 2020, I’m looking forward to putting out at least four new books.
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Where to buy Stealing Christmas
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A42YSXY/
Lynn Chantale Social Media
Lynn Chantale resides in Southwest Florida and she is determined to enjoy all that life has to offer. She has a mad affinity for milk chocolate, preferably Dove chocolate truffles or the caramel-filled squares (Godiva is acceptable), and plays the bass guitar when the Muse begs for a bit of distraction.
She’s a multi-published author in ebooks and has recently stepped into the self-publishing world. So far both experiences have been rewarding.
You can check out her books on Amazon as Lynn Chantale.
Website https://www.thehouseoflynn.com/
Blog https://www.thehouseoflynn.com/blog
Twitter https://twitter.com/lynnchantale
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