Vampire

Romance or Fantasy with vampiric characters.

  • Is It True,  Vampire

    Is It True: The Alpha Council Chronicles by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblog #PNR

    Is It True: The Alpha Council Chronicles by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblog #PNRWelcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Let’s play Is It True with today’s guest, Brenda Sparks, author of The Alpha Council Chronicles, a paranormal romance series now on sale for a limited time. This is a game with yes and no questions. Writers can elaborate on answers as much as they choose.

    The Alpha Council Chronicles Series by Brenda Sparks

    Genre Paranormal Romance

    Series heat level (based on movie ratings): R

    In the shadows of the night, there exists a band of warriors–a group of vampires, known as the Alpha Council. Their vow, to protect not only their kind but the humans existing alongside them.

    Together they will confront an extraordinary destiny of peril, passion, and dark pleasures in the riveting paranormal romance series, The Alpha Council Chronicles.

    For a limited time, The Alpha Council Chronicles series is on sale. Each story is $0.99, and the entire series can be purchased for only $3.96

    Is it true:

    this is your first series?

    Yes, in fact, while I have written a few stand-alone stories, this is my one and only series.

    How many books are part of a series?

    There are 5 stories at this time with one more in production. Alpha Mine, Deadly Alpha, Alpha Lover and Alpha Pair are currently on sale for $0.99 each while Alpha Revealed is due to be released in March.

    you lost sleep while writing this series?

    Absolutely! The heroes of this series invaded my dreams, specially Nicholai. I’d wake in the middle of the night and have to get out of bed to write down a scene.

    you did research for this series?

    I had to do a lot of research regarding Russian royalty because some of my vampires are descendants of The House of Romanov.

    some characters in this series are not human? (pets for example)

    Besides the vampires, the series features a group of demons who love to cause trouble and aren’t exactly fans of my Alphas.

    this series has more than one genre?

    No. It is strictly a paranormal romance.

    you speak more than one language?

    I can speak and understand a little Spanish, French, and sign language, but I will only admit to speaking English.

    you grew up where you live now?

    No. I grew up in Virginia and now live in the Sunshine State.

    you love to read?

    Absolutely! There is never enough time in a week to read, but I do it every chance I get. I’m a big fan of paranormal and historical romances.

    you are never late?

    I’m one of those people who feels like if I arrive 15 minutes ahead of schedule then I’m actually late. Being late is one of my biggest pet peeves.

    you love pizza?

    Ummm…yes!! I’m a wanna be Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle.

    you love sushi?

    It’s not my thing, but I love watching the sushi chefs make it.

    you have a pet?

    I do. Two years ago, I rescued a pair of rats from being sold as snake food. The girls are silly and sooo smart. It’s been fun having them around the house.

    Where to buy The Alpha Council Chronicles Series

    Publisher https://www.thewildrosepress.com/authors/brenda-sparks
    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Brenda-Sparks/e/B00B7AJBBQ
    Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/alpha-revealed-brenda-sparks/1136277240
    iBooks https://books.apple.com/us/book/alpha-revealed/id1497481224

    Brenda Sparks Social Media

    Brenda Sparks has always loved all things spooky and enjoys incorporating paranormal elements in her writing. She refuses to allow pesky human constraints to get in the way of telling the story. Luckily the only thing limiting her stories is her imagination. Her characters are strong, courageous, and she adores spending time with them in their imaginary world.
    Her idea of a perfect day is one spent in front of a computer with a hot cup of coffee, her fingers flying over the keys to send her characters off on their latest adventure.
    Brenda loves connecting with readers. To contact Brenda or for more information on her books, including excerpts, free reads, and more please visit her website.
    Website brenda-sparks.com/index.html
    Blog brenda-sparks.com/blog.html
    Twitter https://twitter.com/brenda_sparks
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/forBrendaSparks/
    Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/brendasparks/
    Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4416074.Brenda_Sparks
    Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Brenda-Sparks/e/B00B7AJBBQ
    BookBub https://www.bookbub.com/profile/brenda-sparks
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  • Vampire

    Read Alpha Pair by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblog #Vampire #PNR

    Read Alpha Pair by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblog #Vampire #PNRBrenda Sparks, 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.

    Alpha Pair by Brenda Sparks

    Genre: Paranormal Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R

    How strong is the blood that binds? Tatiana Bolovich is a beautiful femme fatale with a haunting history. Having recently discovered the brutish Demetri Romanoff is her heartmate, she spent the past year avoiding him, but the Fates have other plans.

    Demetri commands every situation. A strong, valiant warrior he’s used to being in control, that is until he is kidnapped by demons. Forced to endure unspeakable experiments at the hands of his enemy, the Alpha discovers just how out of control life can get.

    Summoned by the Alpha Council, Tatiana grudgingly helps track Demetri down, promising herself that she will disappear from his life forever once the job is done. But matters of the heart are not so easily ignored. Will she give him a chance to prove himself, or will she deny her nature and slip away into the night?

    Where to buy Alpha Pair

    Publisher https://catalog.thewildrosepress.com/all-titles/5985-alpha-pair.html
    Amazon http://mybook.to/AlphaPair
    Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/alpha-pair-brenda-sparks/1128881136
    iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/alpha-pair/id1403818041

    Brenda Sparks Social Media

    Born in Virginia, Brenda Sparks now resides in the Sunshine State. Balancing her writing with her personal life is challenging at times, but writing suspenseful paranormal romance is a passion that won’t be denied. Her idea of a perfect day is one spent in front of a computer with a hot cup of coffee, her fingers flying over the keys to send her characters off on their latest adventure. Brenda loves to connect with readers. Please visit her online or stop by her website to say hi.
    Website http://brenda-sparks.com/index.html
    Blog www.brenda-sparks.com/blog
    Twitter https://twitter.com/brenda_sparks
    Facebook http://www.facebook.com/forBrendaSparks
    Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/brendasparks/
    Goodreads http://www.goodreads.com/BrendaSparks
    Amazon Author Page http://www.amazon.com/Brenda-Sparks/e/B00B7AJBBQ/
    Newsletter http://brenda-sparks.com/welcome-readers.html

  • Vampire

    #Vampire #PNR Read Alpha Pair by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblog

    #Vampire #PNR Read Alpha Pair by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblogBrenda Sparks, welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about Alpha Pair.

    Alpha Pair by Brenda Sparks

    Genre: Paranormal Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R

    How strong is the blood that binds? Tatiana Bolovich is a beautiful femme fatale with a haunting history. Having recently discovered the brutish Demetri Romanoff is her heartmate, she spent the past year avoiding him, but the Fates have other plans.

    Demetri commands every situation. A strong, valiant warrior he’s used to being in control, that is until he is kidnapped by demons. Forced to endure unspeakable experiments at the hands of his enemy, the Alpha discovers just how out of control life can get.

    Summoned by the Alpha Council, Tatiana grudgingly helps track Demetri down, promising herself that she will disappear from his life forever once the job is done. But matters of the heart are not so easily ignored. Will she give him a chance to prove himself, or will she deny her nature and slip away into the night?

    Where to buy Alpha Pair

    Publisher https://catalog.thewildrosepress.com/all-titles/5985-alpha-pair.html
    Amazon http://mybook.to/AlphaPair
    Barnes and Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/alpha-pair-brenda-sparks/1128881136
    iBooks https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/alpha-pair/id1403818041

    Brenda Sparks Social Media

    Born in Virginia, Brenda Sparks now resides in the Sunshine State. Balancing her writing with her personal life is challenging at times, but writing suspenseful paranormal romance is a passion that won’t be denied. Her idea of a perfect day is one spent in front of a computer with a hot cup of coffee, her fingers flying over the keys to send her characters off on their latest adventure. Brenda loves to connect with readers. Please visit her online or stop by her website to say hi.
    Website http://brenda-sparks.com/index.html
    Blog www.brenda-sparks.com/blog
    Twitter https://twitter.com/brenda_sparks
    Facebook http://www.facebook.com/forBrendaSparks
    Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/brendasparks/
    Goodreads http://www.goodreads.com/BrendaSparks
    Amazon Author Page http://www.amazon.com/Brenda-Sparks/e/B00B7AJBBQ/
    Newsletter http://brenda-sparks.com/welcome-readers.html

     

  • Vampire

    Read Dracula’s Bride by Rebekah R Ganiere @vampwerezombie #RLFblog #GothicRomance #PNR

    Read Dracula's Bride by Rebekah R Ganiere @vampwerezombie #RLFblog #GothicRomance #PNR

    Welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Let’s play Is It True with today’s guest, Rebekah R Ganiere, author of Dracula’s Bride.

    Dracula’s Bride by Rebekah R Ganiere

    Genre Gothic Romance – Paranormal Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R

    Mina wants to escape her sheltered life. Blue needs a fresh start. Together they might find the satisfaction they both crave. Mina has spent the last five years being house servant to her three older siblings- Arthur, Quincey, and Lucy, under the thumb of her volatile Admiral father, But her entire life is changed in an instant–when she is almost run over by a mysterious black horse-drawn carriage.

    Count Vlad “Blue” Draugr flees his castle in Transylvania after an unspeakable act draws too much attention his way. Now secluded in his rural English estate, he finds himself drawn to a most unlikely creature. The sweet and innocent Mina Van Deem from the neighboring estate. Unable to get her out of his thoughts, Blue wants nothing more than to make her like him – a vampire. But Blue’s thirst for blood keeps him from fully trusting himself to keep his fangs off her neck.

    In an act of desperation, Mina runs from her dysfunctional family and escapes to London. There she finds more than solitude in the sooty city streets that are alit with whispers of a string of recent bloody murders–she finds Blue, waiting for her, tempting her, stalking her. And as she falls deeper under his spell, Mina learns that some creatures lying in the shadows of London’s underbelly are more enticing than she ever thought possible.

    Those who crave the dark passion of Dracula and Crimson Peak, Dracula’s Bride will be your new favorite.

    Where to buy Dracula’s Bride

    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q31KCW3

    Rebekah R Ganiere Social Media

    Rebekah is a USA Today Bestselling Author and Screenwriter. Her debut novel Dead Awakenings, hit the bestseller list on release day. She has won several awards in both writing and screenwriting. Books in her popular fairytale retelling series Fairelle have won many awards including the Golden Palm and was a finalist for Rone Award as well as won Best Fantasy Series of 2014 from the Paranormal Romance Guild. Her trilogy The Society was released by Kensington, and her new series Wolf River released in 2016. Rebekah is a prolific author releasing upwards of five books a year and is currently working on six different series.
    Rebekah is the former President of the Fantasy, Futuristic and Paranormal Chapter of RWA as well as a member of several local and online chapters. In her spare time when she isn’t writing you can find her teaching on SavvyAuthors.com or at RWA. Rebekah is also known for her elaborate cosplays with her family and has been a guest speaker and panelist at San Diego Comic Con, Wondercon, Salt Lake Comic Con, Long Beach Comic Con, Comikaze, Fyrecon and several other Comic Cons on the west coast as well as LTUE, Romantic Times Convention, RWA, InD’Scribe, Genre LA and Authors After Dark and Book Lovers Con.
    Website http://www.RebekahGaniere.com
    Blog http://rebekahganiere.com/vampwerezombie-blog/
    Twitter http://www.twitter.com/vampwerezombie
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VampiresWerewolvesZombies/
    Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/VampWereZombie/
    Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/VampWereZombie
    Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Rebekah-R.-Ganiere/e/B00HMX1M3C
    Newsletter http://rebekahganiere.com/newsletter/
    Instafreebie https://claims.prolificworks.com/free/TZAnYQq2

     

  • Is It True,  Vampire

    Is It True: Dracula’s Bride by Rebekah R Ganiere @vampwerezombie #RLFblog #GothicRomance #ParanormalRomance

    Is It True: Dracula's Bride by Rebekah R Ganiere @vampwerezombie #RLFblog #GothicRomance #ParanormalRomance
    Gothic castle interior

    Welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Let’s play Is It True with today’s guest, Rebekah R Ganiere, author of Dracula’s Bride, a Gothic Romance Paranormal Romance. This is a game with yes and no questions. Writers can elaborate on answers as much as they choose.

    Dracula’s Bride by Rebekah R Ganiere

    Genre Gothic Romance – Paranormal Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R

    Mina wants to escape her sheltered life. Blue needs a fresh start. Together they might find the satisfaction they both crave.

    Mina has spent the last five years being house servant to her three older siblings- Arthur, Quincey, and Lucy, under the thumb of her volatile Admiral father, But her entire life is changed in an instant–when she is almost run over by a mysterious black horse-drawn carriage.
    Count Vlad “Blue” Draugr flees his castle in Transylvania after an unspeakable act draws too much attention his way. Now secluded in his rural English estate, he finds himself drawn to a most unlikely creature. The sweet and innocent Mina Van Deem from the neighboring estate.
    Unable to get her out of his thoughts Blue wants nothing more than to make her like him – a vampire. But Blue’s thirst for blood keeps him from fully trusting himself to keep his fangs off her neck.
    In an act of desperation, Mina runs from her dysfunctional family and escapes to London. There she finds more than solitude in the sooty city streets that are alit with whispers of a string of recent bloody murders–she finds Blue, waiting for her, tempting her, stalking her. And as she falls deeper under his spell, Mina learns that some creatures lying in the shadows of London’s underbelly are more enticing than she ever thought possible.

    Those who crave the dark passion of Dracula and Crimson Peak, Dracula’s Bride will be your new favorite.

    Is it true:

    this is your first book?
    No. Dracula’s Bride is about my twenty fifth book. I used to keep track of exactly how many I’ve written but I am currently working on 7 books at the same time so I’ve lost count. Haha.
    this book is part of a series?
    Yes. Dracula’s Bride is the first book in my Immortal Monsters Series. The next book will be Frankenstein’s Bride. There will also be a Jekyll and Hyde, Wolf Man and Phantom of the Opera. We’ll see if I do more than those.
    you lost sleep while writing this book?
    Only a little. I have been writing long enough now, 5 years, that I know when it’s time to quit for the night. That doesn’t mean my characters don’t shake me awake first thing in the morning and scream for me to get up and tell their stories.
    you did research for this book?
    Yes. Because it takes place in Victorian London and areas outside of London I needed to do a lot of research on railways at the time, electricity, mail, military, clothing, etc. The clothing was the hardest to find what I was looking for.
    some characters in this book are not human? (pets for example)
    The main character Blue – Vlad – has wolves. They are more minions than pets though.
    this book has more than one genre?
    Yes it does. It is a Paranormal Romance but also a Gothic Romance. A retelling of the Classic Dracula is has all of the feel of a Gothic Romance and the fun of a Paranormal Vampire romance as well.
    you speak more than one language?
    Nope. I wish I did. I am going to take a simple German class this fall, just for fun. Mostly because my best friend is from Germany and she knows English but her three little girls came to visit this summer and they don’t.
    you grew up where you live now?
    Nope. I grew up all over. Born in California. Young child in Connecticut. Lived in Virginia until Jr. High. Then moved to Boise, Idaho for jr. high through high school and some college. I currently live in California again. I’ve also lived in Hawaii, Utah, Maryland and a couple other places.
    you love to read?
    I do love to read. I love to read all kinds of things. Right now I really love to read books on writing. But my favorites are Paranormal Romance, Fantasy, Sci-fi, YA.
    you are never late?
    I am no longer late. When I was younger I used to be late all the time but for some reason after I had kids I stopped being late. Probably because my kids are actors and we have to be at auditions at a specific time and if you are late they call your agent to ask where you are. It only took that happening a couple times before I became embarrassed enough to make sure I was on time.
    you love pizza?
    I DO love pizza… which is super, super, super hard because I can’t have gluten or dairy anymore.
    you love sushi?
    Absolutely!! If I could only eat one thing for the rest of my life it would be Japanese food. Yummy!
    you have a pet?
    I do not have A pet. I have a German Shepherd named Harley Quinn, a tortoise named Harold, a Bearded Dragon named Firestar, and 5 guinea pigs. Sweet Pea, BB8, Bugsy, Captain America and Winter Soldier.

    Where to buy Dracula’s Bride

    Amazon https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Q31KCW3

    Rebekah R Ganiere Social Media

    Rebekah is a USA Today Bestselling Author and Screenwriter. Her debut novel Dead Awakenings, hit the bestseller list on release day. She has won several awards in both writing and screenwriting. Books in her popular fairytale retelling series Fairelle have won many awards including the Golden Palm and was a finalist for Rone Award as well as won Best Fantasy Series of 2014 from the Paranormal Romance Guild. Her trilogy The Society was released by Kensington, and her new series Wolf River released in 2016. Rebekah is a prolific author releasing upwards of five books a year and is currently working on six different series.
    Rebekah is the former President of the Fantasy, Futuristic and Paranormal Chapter of RWA as well as a member of several local and online chapters. In her spare time when she isn’t writing you can find her teaching on SavvyAuthors.com or at RWA. Rebekah is also known for her elaborate cosplays with her family and has been a guest speaker and panelist at San Diego Comic Con, Wondercon, Salt Lake Comic Con, Long Beach Comic Con, Comikaze, Fyrecon and several other Comic Cons on the west coast as well as LTUE, Romantic Times Convention, RWA, InD’Scribe, Genre LA and Authors After Dark and Book Lovers Con.
    Website http://www.RebekahGaniere.com
    Blog http://rebekahganiere.com/vampwerezombie-blog/
    Twitter http://www.twitter.com/vampwerezombie
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VampiresWerewolvesZombies/
    Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/VampWereZombie/
    Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/VampWereZombie
    Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Rebekah-R.-Ganiere/e/B00HMX1M3C
    Newsletter http://rebekahganiere.com/newsletter/
    Instafreebie https://claims.prolificworks.com/free/TZAnYQq2

     

  • Character Interviews,  Character Sketch,  Vampire

    Introducing Stephan von Haas from Alpha Mine, by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblog #PNR

    Introducing Stephan von Haas from Alpha Mine, by Brenda Sparks @brenda_sparks #RLFblog #PNRLet’s meet Stephan von Hass from Alpha Mine, a paranormal romance, by Brenda Sparks. Welcome to Romance Lives Forever. I’m Kayelle Allen, author and owner of this blog. Happy to have you here! Please tell us about the story your author wrote.

    Alpha Mine by Brenda Sparks

    Genre Paranormal Romance

    Book heat level (based on movie ratings): R

    In the shadows of the night, there exists a band of warriors–a group of vampires, known as the Alpha Council. Their formidable leader, Stephan von Haas, has vowed to protect not only his kind, but the humans existing alongside them. His duty comes before all else–until a sassy blonde saunters into his life.
    When a sensual, dark-haired stranger walks into Katrina Spencer’s life, he stirs her deepest desires and sweeps her into a world beyond her wildest dreams. But when Katrina is targeted by Stephan’s enemies, reality shifts into something violent and deadly, as she is thrust into a realm where vampires stalk the shadows and vengeance is coming for her.
    Together they will confront an extraordinary destiny of peril, passion, and dark pleasures. But when one horrid mistake brings retribution, their love may pay the price.

    Introducing Stephan von Haas

    Please tell me about yourself.
    Age: 650ish…I think. Honestly, I stopped counting after my 300th birthday.
    Gender: Male
    Birthplace: Germany
    Profession: Entrepreneur
    Ethnicity: Caucasian
    Species (for scifi/fantasy characters): vampire
    What do you look like?
    I’m a 6 ft 5 in warrior with dark brown hair and sapphire-blue eyes. I may be over 600 years old, but I’m told I don’t look a day over 35.
    Who is the significant other in your life?
    Katrina Spencer is my heartmate. She is amazing. She’s a strong-willed, leggy blonde, with gray-blue eyes that will draw you in. She is kind and loving. The day I found out she was my heartmate, was one of the luckiest days of my life.
    Are you book-smart, self-taught, widely-experienced?
    Yes. You don’t live hundreds of years without learning in multiple ways. I believe in learning everything the world has to offer.
    What is your viewpoint on wealth?
    I live extravagantly. I am fortunate to have a lot, but I am generous. I believe in giving back, helping others. It’s part of the reason why I established the Alpha Council, to help those who can’t help themselves.
    On what special skills do you rely?
    My fighting skills. Being the leader of the Alpha Council is a great responsibility. I must not only lead the men, but also lead the fight. I work hard to make sure I stay in top fighting shape and keep my skills as sharp as the blades I carry.
    What past event causes you the most fear?
    My heartmate was kidnapped and tortured. I’ve never been so scare. If anything happened to Katrina, I could not be held responsible for what I would do.
    What is your biggest need?
    To make the world a safer place, a place where my heartmate (and one day my children) can move about without fear for their safety.
    If you could make any one thing happen, what would it be?
    I would give my heartmate the child she so desperately wants. Unfortunately, having children is biologically difficult for vampires.

    Where to buy Alpha Mine

    Publisher http://www.wildrosepublishing.com/maincatalog_v151/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=191&products_id=5449
    Amazon http://mybook.to/AlphaMine
    Barnes and Noble http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/alpha-mine-brenda-sparks/1118759189?ean=2940149591954
    iBooks http://itunes.apple.com/us/book/alpha-mine/id825382918?mt=11&uo=4
    Kobo http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/alpha-mine-1

    Brenda Sparks Social Media

    Brenda Sparks has always loved all things spooky and enjoys incorporating paranormal elements in her writing. She refuses to allow pesky human constraints to get in the way of telling the story. Luckily the only thing limiting her stories is her imagination. Her characters are strong, courageous, and she adores spending time with them in their imaginary world.
    Her idea of a perfect day is one spent in front of a computer with a hot cup of coffee, her fingers flying over the keys to send her characters off on their latest adventure.

    Website http://brenda-sparks.com/index.html
    Blog http://brenda-sparks.com/blog.html
    Twitter https://twitter.com/brenda_sparks
    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/forBrendaSparks/
    Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/brendasparks/
    Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4416074.Brenda_Sparks
    Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/Brenda-Sparks/e/B00B7AJBBQ
    Newsletter http://brenda-sparks.com/welcome-readers.html