Friday, December 31, 2010

New Year New Goals




GOODBYE 2010 AND ALL THE WONDERFUL THINGS THAT CAME AND HELLO 2011 WITH IT'S AWESOME OPPORTUNITIES!!!

Looking back as we say goodbye to 2010 I have to admit my third year in publishing still has me feeling like a newbie but I love every minute of it.

With 2010 we saw the release of the third book in Th Were Chronicles- Pack territory, a lust bites release-Bid High, the audio and single release for Magical Menage, and last but not least the sequel to my very first release- Fated Love.

With more going on like moving into a new house and huge changes in my day time job I wasn't able to work as hard as I would have wanted when it comes to submitting manuscripts. And I only want to put out what I would read and not let anyone who enjoys my books down so I concentrated on getting out (what I think) were still good books and moved the series they belong to in a good direction or were strong single releases.

Now that I have been able to settle back down I am so excited about what 2011 has in store.

2011- starts out with a bang. The first four months will have a book release through Total-E-Bound!

January 17,2011 will launch the fourth book in the Were Chronicles series- Pack Rogue.

We met Rogue Kiley and Alpha Austin in an exciting addition to the series.

February 21,2011 gives us the next installment of The Corporate wolves Series- Losing Control.

The second book in the series follows three destines mates as they find the balance between love and lust.

March 14,2011 introduces us to a brand new series- secrets.

The first book The Shifter and the Dreamer will take the reader through the struggles of an FBI agent and his runaway partner now Sheriff in a small town.

April 11,2011 will be the release of a single novel- Vamps in the City.

In this book we dive into the world of vampires and their fight against good and evil.

That's just the beginning. I hope to have at least a couple more releases to add to the 2011 schedule.

So as 2010 passes by we can look back with fond memories and forward with excitement on what the new year will bring.

So HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EACH AND EVERYONE!!! I wish the best year of all of you.

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Fated Love- Release Dec 6, 2010




Yes! It is finally that time! The release of Fated Love will be tomorrow at Total-E-Bound.

Fated Love is the sequel to my very first book Savage Love- way back in 2008.

Total-E-Bound will release Fated Love Monday Dec 6, 2010.

http://www.total-e-bound.com/product.asp?strParents=&CAT_ID=&P_ID=1005

Sometimes Fate brings two people together—but it's just up to them if they let their hearts rule or give into their fears.

Marcus finally makes it back home after the worst case of his career. He's looking forward to some quiet down time until he senses someone trespassing on his territory. The woman who has learned about his special gift and doesn't seem afraid of his wolf is baffling and intoxicating at the same time. Marcus is just unsure whether she means harm or way too much good.

Crystal knew the moment she stepped into the swamp and on Marcus's territory she was where she belongs. Coming from a long line of special women herself, she has no problems with Marcus's differences. If she could just convince Marcus she is his mate, everything will just be perfect.

When these two come together, the heat and passion fills the room and nearly combusts. Almost perfect… except for the vision of Marcus being killed. Can they work together to figure out who is after Marcus? Or will their Fated Love burn them?

Reader Advisory: This book is a sequel to Savage Love although it can be read as a stand alone title.

Saturday, October 30, 2010

Grand Prize weekly winner




As Halloween approaches and the end of the month nears I finish up my
celebration of my 2 year anniversary with Total-E-Bound and publishing. Now it's
time to buckle down so I can bring you all some more books that I hope you will
love.

I couldn't have done it without you I want each of you to know. I try to show my
appreciation to my fans by running contests and giving away ebook bucks and
books.

I want each of you to know you are very special to me.

To celebrate I ran a series of weekly contests giving away EBook bucks for one
lucky weekly winner a week.

The two previous winners Tracy D and Mary D got their free bucks to purchase the
books of the choice.

The Grand prize winner drawn today will receive her $10.00 plus any book from my
back log. The grand prize winner is...

Linda

Linda tried and tried. never giving up and still being a good sport as the other
winners were announced.

It's readers like Linda, Tracy, and Mary who make writing a true gift.

I'm lucky enough to have so many great fans that I wish I could always run a
weekly contest but sadly that's just not possible. But I promise more contests
in the near future and want to say a Sincere Thank you to the readers who keep
coming back to my books.


Thank you all for being there for me through the last couple of years. I will
see you in the future!!!

Crissy

Monday, October 25, 2010

Crazy in love with Pack Rogue Cover!!!




COVER FOR PACK ROGUE- FOURTH BOOK IN THE WERE CHRONICLES SERIES THAT RELEASES JAN 17,2010.

I JUST COULDN'T WAIT TO SHARE IT WITH YOU ALL!

Sunday, October 24, 2010

weekly contest winner 10-23-10




ANNIVERSARY CONTEST- WEEKLY WINNER 10-23-10

I didn't forget about ya'll! The winner was drawn yesterday but sadly no i-net was coming through. We'll say technical problems!

But the winner still gets her $10.00 in free ebook bucks!

So Congrats goes out to

Tracy D

from my blog!

Tracy's comment was picked out of a hat and she is the latest winner for my annivesary contest!

If you didn't win this week- don't worry!!!! Next week's winner will be drawn on the 30th and will recieve $10.00 in free ebook bucks from All romance ebooks plus a free copy of one of my released books!

Here is a contesr reminder!

Contest Details are:



Starting today Saturday October 9, 2010 I will run a contest for weekly readers
to win $10.00 in free ebooks from All Romance Ebooks.

The rules are simple enough. You can comment or share your thoughts on any post
in my yahoo group or on my blog. For every entry your name will be put in a hat
for a chance to win.

A winner will be drawn weekly-
Saturday October 16,2010
Saturday October 23,2010 and
Saturday October 30,2010.

Each winner will recieve $10.00 in free ebook bucks from All romance ebooks,
plus the winner on the 30th will ALSO get a pick on of my previously released
ebooks for free!!!



To enter drop on over to my yahoo group: Letting the WILD out

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/crissysmith

or my blog

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Have fun and Good Luck!!!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Weekly Winner- October 16th




I want to take just a minute to Thank everyone for the many warm congrats on my anniversary! This week I recieved a contract for my 17th book.

Wow! Two years and seventeen contracts later I feel so proud to be able to write stories for all of you!

To show my apperciation I am running a weekly contest for free EBook bucks to give away! This weekend the 1st winner was drawn!

Congrats to Mary D from my Yahoo group! She was the lucky lucky lady who will recieve $10.00 in EBook bucks from All Romance Ebboks!

While Mary enjoys her books I will remind you that you still have two weekdns to have your name picked.

Contest Details are:



Starting today Saturday October 9, 2010 I will run a contest for weekly readers
to win $10.00 in free ebooks from All Romance Ebooks.

The rules are simple enough. You can comment or share your thoughts on any post
in my yahoo group or on my blog. For every entry your name will be put in a hat
for a chance to win.

A winner will be drawn weekly-
Saturday October 16,2010
Saturday October 23,2010 and
Saturday October 30,2010.

Each winner will recieve $10.00 in free ebook bucks from All romance ebooks,
plus the winner on the 30th will ALSO get a pick on of my previously released
ebooks for free!!!



To enter drop on over to my yahoo group: Letting the WILD out

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/crissysmith

or my blog

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Have fun and Good Luck!!!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Saturday, October 9, 2010

Come celebrate my anniversary with me!!!




TWO YEARS AND COUNTING!!!!

Time flys when we're having fun! That's the old saying but I guess it's true!

Can you believe that 2 years ago this month my first book was published through
Total-E-Bound. Two years... wow!

The book Savage Love was accepted for the Halloween Special Bite me! It was
released in October of 2008 and opened an entire world that I'd only dreamed
about.

Now two years later I can shout from the rooftops that I am indeed a published
author!!! Although my neighbors might complain!

So while I am taking the full month to celebrate my anniversary I thought I
would share the experience with you... my readers. Because let's be honest- you
are helping to keep the dream alive.

Starting today Saturday October 9, 2010 I will run a contest for weekly readers
to win $10.00 in free ebooks from All Romance Ebooks.

The rules are simple enough. You can comment or share your thoughts on any post
in my yahoo group or on my blog. For every entry your name will be put in a hat
for a chance to win.

A winner will be drawn weekly-
Saturday October 16,2010
Saturday October 23,2010 and
Saturday October 30,2010.

Each winner will recieve $10.00 in free ebook bucks from All romance ebooks,
plus the winner on the 30th will ALSO get a pick on of my previously released
ebooks for free!!!



To enter drop on over to my yahoo group: Letting the WILD out

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/crissysmith

or my blog

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Have fun and good luck!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Monday, August 30, 2010

Book review Monday- Aug 30th



BOOK REVIEW MONDAY- AUG 30, 2010.

Hey Gang! I have two books to review this week. So lets start…

Book Title: Gaven 2 by JC Owens

Book Blurb- Gaven learns that being Vlar’s pupil in all things is a mixture of pain and pleasure. He hates his Finnarian teacher...doesn’t he? Yet his body betrays him time and again, especially when he experiences the sexual ecstasy of a Finnarian bite and the giving of his own blood.

There seems to be so much more in their relationship than either of them can understand, so Vlar calls in his father, a Finnarian prince. What he tells them shakes Gaven to his core and he fears he cannot possibly live up to what Vlar wishes of him. Then when they seem to be on the edge of truly discovering each other, a shadow from Gaven’s past comes to shatter it all to pieces.

My rating- 4/ 5

My Thoughts- If you have not read Gaven. The first book- do so before you read the second. Trust me… you won’t get it otherwise.

I am so pleased with how the author wrote this book.

So many times the sequel to the book doesn't measure up and makes you regret reading it. Not so with Gaven 2.

I had been a great fan of Gaven. One of my favorite MM Ebooks. So when I say this release I just jumped at the chance to get it.

Gaven has grown up a little and is trying to find his place with his new family. His inner thoughts take us through all his struggles and worries and taking the reader for a emotion ride.

So many parts of this book made me smile as we learned more about teaser and the 'eight.'

The change in Gaven's relationship with his family surprised and pleased me.

But it was the fierce and hot love that wraps this story together so nicely.



Book reviewed- Wolf Town by Joely Skye


Book Blurb- Poised to run. Aching to stay. What lies between is sweet torture.

For nine years, Scott Lund has been erasing himself. Making sure his own kind

My Rating- 3.75/ 5

My Thoughts- I almost missed this book.

The blurb (as you can see) did nothing for the sale. If it had not been recommended to me I probably would have never read it.

But I am glad that I did. It’s a cute werewolf story that is unusual and had a great story line. The author took the old werewolves and added a twist. It was a nice change from all of the others out there.

The story could have been longer… expanded better and I would say it would have been awesome. Still it was good. The ending was a little disappointing, I wish we had had more time with the characters. But who know maybe there will be another.

I am happy to be getting back into the reviews. I already have more lined up for next week. So great books have been released in the last couple months.

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://crissysmith.net

Judging a book by its cover...

come on admit it... we've all done it one time or another. That's my topic over at the TEB blog so check it out...

http://totalebound.blogspot.com/2010/08/judging-bookby-its-cover.html

Crissy Smith

http://www.crissysmith.net

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

Saturday, August 14, 2010

When is a story too short???



So, here is something that has been on my mind for a few weeks...

When is a story too short? As a writer how much storyline is needed?

I can admit to writing shorter stories when I first started out than I do now. I’ve come to realize it was because I was uncertain on what was expected in the publishing world more than lack of something to say.

A problem I have started to see more and more is that good authors are writing shorter books and leaving behind too many questions. It’s gotten to a point where I don’t want to buy anything under 20k words in fear of being let down.

I know that is not fair to author who write short stories that are great but really until you buy and read the book there is just no way of knowing if you are going to love or hate it.

I love erotica! Come on, why would I write it if I didn’t love it. But I really don’t want to see a book that has 5 chapters, four being pure sex scenes, and 1 chapter of plot. I want my questions answered. I want to fall in love with the character. I want to know more!

Short stories can be a good relaxing read when you just want to unwind. Sometimes you don’t want a deep plot were you have to follow the story line carefully. But when the book leaves a bitter taste in your mouth, what do you do?

So I’ve gone back through my online library to re-introduce myself to some short that I loved. It has brought back the feeling that short stories can be just as good.

What do you think? Are you being let down with the short stories being released?

Have a favorite short story that you think others would like?

Or are you a novella/ novel kind of reader?

Just kind of one of those thing I was curious about...


Crissy Smith

http://www.crissysmith.net

Friday, August 6, 2010

Books now offered by amazon for KINDLES!




GREAT NEWS FOR KINDLE FANS!!!!

For all of you Amazon fans with Kindle's there is great news!

Total-E-Bound is now offering books with the Kindle. I know how much you all love your readers and I am super excited that now there is more ways to read our books.

Already nine of my books have been uploaded to the Amazon website.

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Ddigital-text&field-keywords=crissy+smith&ih=6_5_2_0_0_0_1_0_0_1.16_175&fsc=7

New books will be released about three months after first publication to Amazon.

Offering just another way to get away and curl up with a good book!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Monday, August 2, 2010

Author of the Week means discounts for you!!!



AUTHOR OF THE WEEK OVER AT TEB!!!

Good morning gang,

If you haven't been over to Total-E-Bound's site this morning you may not know
that I am the Author of the Week!

What does this mean for you? 20% of my books! So if there is a book that you
have been waiting to get or one you just want to try there is no better time
than today!

Have you read the three book in the Were Chronicles series? They start with Pack
Alpha, Pack Enforcer, and than Pack Territory.

What about the corporate wolves series? The first book Th Favour a MMF story is
only the start. Get ready for the next book in the series Losing Control!

Don't forget my other paranormal books- My Werewolf book Savage Love was
released in 2008- but make sure it's on your must read list. The sequel Fated
Love will be released in December.

My vampire book Eternal is there also, along with my paranormal read Magical
Menage.

And we didn't forget the contemporary fans! All of my contemporary books-
Seduced by the Neighbour
Lacey's Seduction
Summers' Girl
Bid High
are there too!

So here's your chance to pick them up with a discounted price!

Head over to http://www.total-e-bound.com and check it out!

Thanks,

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Saturday, July 31, 2010

Hot Summer Nights Contest Winner



CONGRATS TO JULY'S CONTEST WINNER!!!!!!!!!!!!


I just love it when a contest comes together. I had so much fun with this one. Hopefully you all did too!

Some were short and some were long but each of you came up with a great erotic memory, scene, or wish.

Didn't know I had so many talented friends on the group! Lol!

But a winner had to be choosen and I am happy to announce that Beverly is July's contest Hot Summer Night Contest.

She get's $10.00 free from All Romance Ebooks to use as she wishes!

Thanks to everyone who joined the contest and to you all, I hope your summer is going great!

Crissy Smith

Thursday, July 1, 2010

HOT SUMMER NIGHTS CONTEST



HOT SUMMER NIGHTS CONTEST

HOT SUMMER NIGHTS

Yes, it’s that time again! The daytime temps have reached over 100 and holding. The night isn’t much cooler than that. So what better topic for the July 2010 contest than HOT SUMMER NIGHTS!

Here are the contest rules-

From July 1st to (MIDNIGHT-CST) the 28th email me at

CMSMITH0328@yahoo.com

Subject- Hot Summer Nights Contest

INSIDE the EMAIL- I want you to describe the best HOT SUMMER NIGHT SCENE you got. This can come from your own experience, a book, a movie, and even your imagination. But I want to be able to feel the heat…

WINNER- This month’s winner will receive $10.00 in free EBOOKS from All Romance Ebooks along with a signed cover copy.

So think back, pick up a book, rent a movie- do anything to stay out the heat and enjoy what the summer brings!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the ‘WILD’ side…

http://www.crissysmith.net

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

June 2010 Contest READING REWARDS WINNER!!!

Reading Rewards Contest Winner!!!!

A big Thanks to everyone who entered the June 2010 Contest- Reading Rewards. I had great fun reading about what you were reading.

It’s a great thing to be able to show my daughter that reading is fun and cool. Her books are getting longer and more in depth and she is enjoying her new books.

As June’s contest started I wanted to reward all the loyal readers out there. Not just loyal to me but any genre and author. I am happy to announce the June contest winner.

Horseunicornkey

She has won $10.00 in free Ebooks from All Romance Ebooks.

I am super excited to be able to share this prize and hope it will encourage everyone who wants to pick up a good Ebook to do so!

She will also get a surprise gift in the mail along with a signed book cover copy!

So once again Congrats goes out to her and I hope you all have a summer filled with good books.

If you didn’t win this time- DON”T WORRY! This summer will be full of free books and another contest is only days away.

Crissy Smith

Romance on the ‘WILD’ side…

http://crissysmith.net

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Monday, June 28, 2010

Book Review Monday- June 28th, 2010




BOOK REVIEW MONDAY JUNE 28, 2010


I am super excited to be able to show up once again for Book Review Monday. So much has been happening in my personal life that I haven’t had much time to read. That makes me a very cranky girl! But this week as the weeks are winding down to an almost completed house I was able to get back and reading and writing and have some awesome books to share with you.

Book Reviewed- Dark Horse by Kate Sherwood
Book Blurb- Dan thinks about just driving, leaving the whole mess behind. He's got enough money. He could just arrange to get his stuff and his horse shipped to wherever he's going. Taking off is what he used to do when things got to be too much, and it worked pretty well, really.

Dan Wheeler thought he'd found lasting love and stability with his life and work partner Justin Archer. But when Dan finds himself alone again, still working as a horse trainer for Justin's parents, he has to find a way to accept that his perfect life is gone forever.

Then he meets billionaire Evan Kaminski, who arrives to buy a horse for his younger sister, and Evan's lover Jeff Stevens, a horse trainer who seems to understand more than just Dan's job. Struggling to deal with all the upheaval in his life, Dan finds himself drawn to both Evan's mercurial passion and Jeff's quiet wisdom. Is Dan strong enough to take a chance on new love, or would it be better—safer—for him to be alone?
My Rating- 5/5
My Thoughts- I very rarely give 5/5, if ever.
This is one of the best books I’ve read. I laughed and cried and did not want this journey to end. This is a pretty long book and still as I saw the page numbers going up and up I almost wanted to stop reading so it didn’t end.
But of course I couldn’t stop reading.
Dan is such a fully developed character. This isn’t a book that has a quick threesome and lots of sex to carry the rest of the story. This is a deep emotion book that has some erotic scenes.
I really cannot do the book justice with my short review. But if you are a fan of M/M romance this is a book you must have!

Book reviewed- A Loving Heart by Leiland Dale
Book Blurb- For seven years, Jasper Elliot felt betrayed and all alone when his brother left their home. When an unexpected visitor shows up and voices the truth as to why his brother left, Jasper was faced with a decision that would change the course of his life. Arriving at The Mountain Hart Ranch not only didn't things go the way he expected them too but he also found something he thought he never would.

Seth Hart had a secret, one that had scars of its own. To keep his secret safe he never dated and always made sure to not get his heart involved. With the arrival of Jasper, Seth's resolutions flew right out the window. The instant attraction Seth felt for Jasper was exhilarating but also scared him. Just as things started going better than Seth ever expected, their past catches up to them.

Will their past tear them apart or will Seth's secret bring them closer together?
My rating- 3.75/ 5
My Thoughts- I really enjoyed this book!
It was a week of M/M cowboy books for me I guess. I enjoyed both that I read. This book was a solid 4 to 4.5 until the end.
The beginning of this story was strong and drew you forward taking you to an exciting middle. I felt the end was a bit of a let down though. Lots of unanswered questions.
Still like I said I did enjoy this book and will look for more from this author in the future. This is the second book in a series and I really enjoyed the first which I have reviewed before so hopefully this author will continue to weave her story for us to enjoy.


Thanks for stopping by. I 'll have a few more posts this week plus don't forget to sign in for the June Reading contest. There is still a few short days!

Friday, June 25, 2010

Seduced by the Neighbour NEW REVIEW



Seduced by the Neighbour new review.
My second book that was released way back in March of 2009 Seduced by the Neighbour was recently reviewed by Fallen Angel reviews and received the highest honor of a recommended review.

No matter how many books get published or reviewed the first books that went through so many submissions and edits will be with me always. I am proud of these books that began my career as an author.

For Seduced by the Neighbour to receive such a high review over a year later from it’s release just made my week when I got it.

To take a look at the review the link is:

http://fallenangelreviews.com/2010/May/bella-seducedbytheneighbour.htm

It's always so great to hear someone enjoyed one of the books! And sometimes when you've hit a snag in another it can help you find your way.

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net





Thursday, June 24, 2010

The Were Chronicles opened doors




The Were Chronicle series were my first attempt at a long running series.


I had thought to run between six and eight books for my wolf shifters to be introduced to the world. I am still in the mind set of about six books.


I recently finished the fourth book of the series Pack Rogue and already started the fifth book.



For the fourth book we finally meet the last of the key players setting for the final battle coming. In the fifth book we get to return to some of the territories so we can bring the characters together for the end.




While I am a little sad to be talking about the end of The Were Chronicles I am also excited for what the future can bring.



While the first four books were all M/F books the fifth adds a little more to the mix with M/F/M lovers. I enjoy writing ménage books and always thought that Tony deserved two mates.



I have started new series that I am proud to say I was able to bring to the readers because of The Were Chronicles series. Without the start of my wolf shifters I don’t believe I would have enjoyed finding my voice as much as I have.



2009 was a huge year for me. With the recent award from All Romance Ebooks for Pack Alpha as one of the top 10 best sellers in 2009 I couldn’t be happier with the readers that have come through for me.



2010 was a slow year with releases but already 2011 is looking full with three contracts already signed.



So I promise to keep bringing you books that I hope you will enjoy if you keep wanting them!



Crissy Smith


Romance on the ‘WILD’ side…


http://www.crissysmith.net

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Current WIP (Work in Progress)

Boys will be boys. And vampire will be vampires. In my current WIP Bryce Hawkins is the leader of an elite team within the paranormal division. Bryce and his team have many reasons to hate vampires. The loss of one of their own to the dark side still haunts them. But a mission is a mission. So when Bryce along with his unit have to fight the illegal sale of vampire blood. The newest hottest drug on the street,

Alex Worthington has his own reasons to stop the sale on vampire blood. Local vampires are disappearing and Alex is worried. As Master of the local vampire Alex feels responsible for the harm that id coming to those of his own kind. Finding Bryce had the same goal as he Alex convinces the wary human to help him.

Through betrayal, near death experiences, and too much emotion Bryce and Alex must learn to trust one another. Or there may be no tomorrow.

Coming Soon will be my first M/M erotic romance Vampire Blood.

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

June 2010 Contest- Reading Rewards

June 2010 Contest- Reading Rewards

As summer has finally reached us with the temps already at 100 it’s a great time to sit back in your air condition house and read. It is also a break for the kiddos from school. My daughter is especially happy about this.

This summer I have offered my daughter what I called Reading Rewards. For every book she finishes and can tell me about in detail I will take her shopping at the dollar store. She has already started and I am happy to say that I like her choice- My sister is a vampire. Is she her mama’s daughter or what?!?!

So for June’s contest I thought I would offer you readers your own rewards. And give you a chance to win $10.00 in free ebooks and a signed copy of one of my covers.

Contest Rules-

Email me at cmsmith0328@yahoo.com

Subject- Reading Rewards

Inside the Email- I want to know what you are reading. Give me the name of the book, the author, and your favorite part so far.

Winner will receive $10.00 from All Romance Ebooks to buy the Ebooks of their choice and I will also mail them a signed cover copy of one of my books.

Contest will run from June 1st to midnight (CST) June 28, 2010. The winner will be announced at my yahoo group, blog, and TEB blog on the 30th!

So GOOD LUCK everyone and I hope your summer is a fun one!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the ‘WILD’ side…

http://www.crissysmith.net

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Monday, May 31, 2010

Book Review Monday- May 31, 2010




BOOK REVIEW MONDAY MAY 31, 2010.

I’m back this Monday with three new reviews to share with you. Sadly with me being so sick the last few weeks, the craziness at the day job, and working on my new house I haven’t had tons of time to read.

But I have been able to fit in a little reading every week and I am happy to share my thoughts on the latest books I’ve picked up!

Book Reviewed- Jumping into Things by Julia Talbot

Book Blurb- What are the odds that two different brothers will find the man of their dreams in one summer?

What are the odds that those two brothers will both like men?

The Thatcher brothers will make you forget the odds. In this double novella, each brother tells his own tale. There’s Jed, pilot and all around good old boy, gets more than the one night stand he bargained for with an adrenaline pumped smoke jumper who makes him as horny as he does crazy. And Ross, Airborne jump instructor and man’s man, finds a sweet young thing he can’t resist, and follows in his big brother’s footsteps.

Likeable men, hot sex, and a great sense of detail make these brothers believable, even when you think the odds are against them.

Review Rating- 4/ 5

My Thoughts- Jed and Eli were one hot, sexy, and oh so yummy couple! The story read very smoothly and I couldn’t wait to see what happened next. Between Eli getting injured, feelings not talked about, and misunderstandings you have to pull for the two guys while wanting to scream at them to get it together!

Ross and Kevin were just so easy to enjoy and I really liked this story also. Ross is straight? Was straight? Has tried strap-ons but not men- oh it is just so funny when he shares that with Kevin.

Two books in one! Gotta love that! These stories are well written with characters you’ll enjoy. I would suggest you add Jumping into things to your library!



Book Reviewed- Freeze Frame by Mia Watts

Book Blurb- Dill Harper can freeze time, but unfortunately, it's a faery gift that only works at the most inopportune moments. Now he's on a case for Harper Security, watching the very delectable ass of Mason Haliday-a man worth having, but one who doesn't want to be had.

When an unknown enemy puts a hit on Mason, Dill is worried. Despite their chemistry under the covers, Mason knows that Dill will not be easy to bring around. How can he convince Mason trust his heart to the man who's been spying on him?

Review Rating- 4.5/ 5

My Thoughts- The blurb does not do this book justice! This story had it all! Characters that I thought about after I was done reading, comedy, hot scenes, and a mystery.

Turns out this is the second book of a series and I have already added the first to my TBR pile. I am so glad that I found it! And Dill’s family is so outrageous and wonderful that I will be going back for more books as they come out!


Book Reviewed- Tempting Sin by Amber Kell

Book Blurb- No Blurb available- SORRY!

Review Rating- 3.75/ 5

My Thoughts- This is an author that I like to read when I need to relax and just want a quick read. As I get into her more recent stories I have enjoyed them more than the first ones I bought. The editing has improved a little but still no where close to where it should be.

Sin may just be every man and women dreamboat. Or fantasy. Callum is someone who you just want to read about.
Their story is hot and intense. Sin owns a security business and Callum is a chef. They get together and after one night Sin knows he has to have more of Callum. By the end of the book as Sin’s men and Callum’s brother arrives I was really into the book. And then it ended. I would have loved to read more about this group.

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Menage Madness Contest WINNER!!!




I want to Thank everyone who entered my May Contest- it sure was fun!

I picked the book Magical Menage to concentrate on because of the audio release
in May.

The audio book was just awesome and my very first. I was so pleased with the end
result that I have made it my goal to see more of my books released in audio
form.

I want to send a special CONGRATS to the contest winner Jenn M.

She won $10.00 in free EBooks!

June's contest will be announced soon and don't forget that I am choosing people
who enter the contests, post on my yahoo group, and my blog to be sent Promo
items such as Magnets, postcards. T-shirts, coffee mugs, and etc. You never know
when I am lurking! Lol! Just had to write that!

Have a wonderful weekend everyone, and Happy Reading!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Monday, May 3, 2010

Book Review Monday- May 3rd



BOOK REVIEW MONDAY- TWO MORE BOOKS FOR YOU THAT I FOUND, READ, AND THOUGHT YOU MIGHT LIKE TO KNOW ABOUT.

Book reviewed- Security Issues by Morgan Hawke

Book Blurb- Rory has a rather intimidating personal problem: Teradyne Corporation's chief of security, Jin. Despite his attraction to the dark-haired elite, Rory knows better than to get involved with someone who's first love is their Job. Unfortunately, Jin doesn’t seem to want to take ‘no’ for an answer


My Ratings- 4/ 5

My Thoughts- What a surprising good book.

This story had it all! Comedy that is so rarely seen, hot man on man love, and great written characters.

In all honesty I wasn’t expecting much. I was bored and the book was cheap. Oh how glad I am that I got it.

I loved loved how Rory dealt with security. Even better was how Jin turned the tables.

This does have some spanking, being tied down, and out in your place scene and they were awesome. Highly recommended.



Book Reviewed- Boystown: Three Nick Nowak Mysteries by Marshall Thornton


Book Blurb-

A former police officer turned private detective, Nick Nowak is haunted by his abrupt departure from the department, as well as, the traumatic end of his relationship with librarian Daniel Laverty. In these three stories set in Chicago during the early eighties, Nick locates a missing young man for a mysterious client, solves a case of arson at a popular nightspot, and goes undercover to prove a dramatic suicide was actually murder.

When he isn’t detecting, and sometimes when he is, Nick moves through a series of casual relationships. But his long suppressed romantic side surfaces when he meets Detective Bert Harker. Will he give love another chance? Or, will he continue to bury himself in the arms of strangers?

My Rating- 3.75/5

My Thoughts- Three books in one, you gotta love that.

These stories were very entertaining. I actually read the first two rather quickly. The third was just as good but took me awhile to get into at first.

I like cop turned detective books, always have. The fact that he is no longer a cop because he’d gay, added to it.

These books are heavy on the sex. Lots of sex with lots of different men. That’s usually not my kind of books and I didn’t change my mind here.

It’s a good read.


There you go- another week of what I've been reading- because there is always something to read.

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Sunday, May 2, 2010

May 2010 Contest- Menage Madness



MAY 2010 CONTEST- MENAGE MADNESS

May 2010 Contest- Menage Madness

Great Contest Title, right? Lol! I thought so!

To celebrate my titled book Magical Menage (from the Caught in the Middle Anthology) being released as both a single Ebook and an audio book I have gone Menage crazy and thought I would drag all of you along for a ride.

And no I’m not going to ask if you’ve been in a menage or even if you want to. (Thought about it though.) Instead I decided to make it easy on you.

From May 1st- through midnight (CST) May 28th enter my Menage Madness contest!

Email me at cmsmith0328@yahoo.com

Subject- Menage Madness

Inside the email tell me who your favorite threesome, foursome, or more couple is. Doesn’t matter how many as long as there is more than two.

Contest winner will be drawn from all the entries- no matter what your answer is Lol!

The winner will get $10 Free Ebook bucks from All Romance Ebooks!

Yes it’s that simple to enter and win! So GOOD LUCK!

Thursday, April 29, 2010

Bid High Contest Winner




BID HIGH CONTEST WINNER


BID HIGH CONTEST WINNER-

To celebrate my latest release and show it off (just a little) April’s contest was all about auctions. I asked you if you had ever been to one or if not and could what would you bid on?

Not surprising very few had ever been to one, myself included. However your answers were great and some even had me giggling- a bit.

So Thanks for helping kick off the release of Bid High.

And the lucky winner to receive a copy is….

LUCKY 4750


Congrats! I so hope you enjoy the book!

Thank you everyone who entered. It was great fun reading all the emails.

As April comes to an end we get ready for another contest and more releases. So stop by my blog often so you don’t miss anything.

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Crissy

Romance on the ‘WILD’ side…

http://www.crissysmith.net

Monday, April 26, 2010

BID HIGH RELEASE TODAY!!!




BID HIGH RELEASE TODAY!!!

What happens when an average woman attends a bachelor auction and wins the man of her dreams?

He takes her to his suite where his partner waits for them. What follows is the stuff made of fantasies.

Come celebrate the release of my latest book Bid High. This menage book is hot and steamy and just what the doctor ordered when you need to get away.




A bachelor auction, a plan, and a night that will change everything.

Amber Wilson is tired of her boring life. She craves something more than just the average day ho-hum. When her best friend gets tickets to the hottest event in town, Amber sees her chance to live wild for one night.

Thomas Baldwin and Jake Grant have watched Amber from a far. They know she is the one woman who can complete the life they've made for themselves. The woman who will accept their love for each other while filling the hole that remains.

The plan - get the auction tickets to Amber's friend, get her to bid and win Thomas, then use every trick in the book to seduce her into becoming theirs.

Forever.

Excerpt-

“You didn’t!” Amber Wilson was shocked. In disbelief, she stared at her two best friends.
Trish nodded. “I did!”
Jessica laughed with Trish. “It wasn’t easy either. The auction has been sold out for months.”
“I’m not going!” Amber argued. They really expected her to go to an auction, bid on a stranger and have sex with him? Her best friends should know her better than that.
“You’re going,” Trish told her sternly. Then Amber watched with horror as Trish took the tickets from her purse.
Amber tried a different angle. “You can’t afford those!” She was not going.
“Actually I didn’t. They were…a gift. And you two are my dates.”
Jessica stirred her coffee. “We don’t need dates. We buy them there.” She giggled.
Taking a drink of her coffee, Amber tried to come up with another excuse. “I can’t afford the men there.”
Her two friends exchanged amused smiles. “It’s for charity. A very good charity. And we all know you’re loaded anyway.”
Amber sighed, knowing no excuse would be good enough. “I’d be so embarrassed.”
Reaching out a hand, Jessica patted her arm. “We’ll be there for support. I’m sorry we had to do it this way but you need to get out there again.”
“It’s been three years, honey,” Trish added.
“I know how long it’s been,” she snapped, not wanting to dwell too much on why it had been three years. “And it’s not that I’m not ready, I just haven’t met anyone I find…interesting.”
“Maybe Friday night you will,” Trish pointed out gently.

Bid High Buy Link-



Crissy Smith

Romance on the ‘WILD’ side…

http://www.crissysmith.net

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com


Book Review Monday- April 26th



BOOK REVIEW MONDAY-

I have two new reviews up that I am pleased to share with you! Both the stories are great late night reads that will help your mond and body relax.

Book Reviewed- Duncan’s World by T.A. Chase

Book Blurb- Kyle MacDonald keeps his head down and tries to avoid making his father angry while traveling on the professional bull riding circuit. He’s learned the hard way how his father deals with being upset. The only rebellion Kyle’s allowed himself is helping out with the bulls after the event. It’s on one such night that Kyle meets Duncan Hornsby.

Duncan’s the reigning world Champion, and has everything he could want. Yet the shy young man whose father is Duncan’s biggest rival catches his eye. Kyle makes Duncan feel protective and passionate. Even though he’s fourteen years older than Kyle, Duncan’s ready to risk rejection to see if Kyle’s lips taste as sweet as they look.

Could a relationship grow between them amidst the macho atmosphere of bull riding and the danger presented by Kyle’s father? Or will Kyle and Duncan prove that age doesn’t count in matters of the heart?


My Rating- 4.25/ 5

My Thoughts- Awesome story! From the first word this book begins I was hooked. I loved the characters and the struggles Kyle had to go through. Even though this was a short story it was not lacking in anyway.

I suggest picking up this quick hot read when you need to unwind. It will put a smile on your face.



Book Reviewed- Melting Ice 2 by DJ Manly

Book Blurb- Mario De Luca is a former biker and the key witness in a trial which will put a mobster away for a very long time...if he makes it to to testify.

F.B.I. agent Thomas Petrie was looking for excitement and danger, but his very first assignment has him on ‘babysitting duty’. Thomas is not very happy having to spend his every waking hour with De Luca in an isolated cabin, especially since he won’t stop coming on to him.

All he wants is to complete his assignment and move on. But Mario is proving to be quite a distraction...



My Rating- 3.75/ 5

My Thoughts- Very good although not as good as the first one.

I liked the characters but didn’t fall in love with them the way I did in Melting Ice 1.

This story had everything you can ask for. Romance, action, and hot man on man love. The plot was intriguing without being too heavy. This story is a good late night read before you go to bed.


Thanks for stopping by, hope you have a wonderful week- and happy reading.

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Book Review Monday- April 19th




BOOK REVIEW MONDAY- THREE NEW BOOKS WERE READ AND HERE IS WHAT I THINK!!!

Book reviewed- Last Chance by Viki Lyn


Book Blurb- Aric Christian is the wildly smart PhD candidate specializing in a willowy body bordering on thin, slight hips, and even slighter waist, Aric's hard muscles and steel strength bends but doesn't break. Long blackish hair dips in his hazel eyes when he's not wearing his rimless glasses. At times, he turns into quite a different creature, and is working desperately to seek a cure.

Stu Hamilton is the wildly popular college wide receiver, and big man on He's tall, broad shouldered, finely tuned and has broad hands, perfect to jump and catch the ball. He's all muscle and grace and blue, blue eyes. Mussed blond hair layered and tapered down to his nape fuels his reputation as the guy who breezes through life. Hidden from his friends is his family's secret - he's from a long line of vampire-slayers. Turning away from that life, he wants nothing to do with blood feuds, men of the dark night and killing.

Then Aric bumps into Stu, or rather his football, and their lives are forever intertwined. Will these born enemies find a way toward love?

Publisher's Note: This book contains explicit sexual content, graphic language, and situations that some readers may find objectionable: Male/male sexual practices.

My Rating- 4/ 5

My Thoughts- First book from this author and I thought I would give it a try after reading the blurb. Glad I did. The author put a little twist on the old vampire story.

Can you cure yourself of being a vampire? Gosh, I hope not but that is just me I guess.

This story had plot, a good character connection, and heat.

I enjoyed this story from the first. I’m not a fan of having an overly famine male but it worked for this story and I wouldn’t change it. The author left an opening for Stu’s brother to have his own book- and I hope to see it.



Book Reviewed- Rock Bottom by Celia Kyle

Book Blurb- Sometimes life gets in the way of love and then heartache gets in the way of life. In the middle of the maelstrom, Jeremy finds that alcohol numbs the pain and keeps any pleasure at bay. For pleasure can overpower the pain and force him to forget the one he loved, the one he killed. Sometimes it takes hitting rock bottom to force a man to climb back to the top

My Rating- 3.75/ 5

My Thoughts- This is the second book I’ve read from this author.

I was surprised by this book not really knowing how the book would go. Jeremy makes some mistakes but than again so does the people around him. The book just got better and better as it went along. It’s a quick read but the plot and characters carry you through.

Nice little break from some of the same ol same ol books.



Book Reviewed- A Game of Chances by T.C. Blue

Book Blurb- Book one in the Farmingdale Gentleman's Club Series

Two men, too many secrets, and even more situations trying to keep them apart. Can love really conquer all?

A meeting brought on by seeming coincidence throws Marcus and Tanner together. After becoming friends, certain truths are revealed, leading to feelings of betrayal as well as a of danger.

Tanner has more secrets than one man ever should, not the least of which is that he's an operative for a gray-ops organisation that's something of a family business. Sharing even that much information could kill more than just his friendship with Marcus. When one misstep on Tanner's part plants possible danger in Marcus' lap, he does what he needs to do.

Marcus doesn't know that Tanner is after the man Marcus used to date, but he for damned sure finds out, and that's just the start of things. When a computer disc and men with guns come into play, Marcus has some decisions to make. Like whether he can forgive Tanner for making him love a lie... and how far Marcus is willing to go to secure his own happiness.

My Rating- 4.75/ 5

My Thoughts- Best book I’ve read in a long time.

There wasn’t one moment that I got tired or bored with this book. And it is a novel so I didn’t have to stop and take my time so I wouldn’t read it to fast.

The unique plot has each page drawing you into the story. The heat is there and promises to get better with each scene.

This looks to be the first in a series and I am already hooked on what looks to be an exciting series of books! This is a must read and I’ll even say a must read again.

Well worth the time and money spent!


Thanks for stopping by, see you next week for more reviews and don't forget to stop by later this week for more updates!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Magical Menage goes Audio and single Release




MAGICAL MENAGE GOES AUDIO AND IS SET FOR A SINGLE RELEASE!

Such exciting news to share with you! My story from The Caught in the Middle Anthology is going to audio book in May and will be released as a single release in June.

This will be my first audio book and I am so very thrilled!

Here is more from Magical Menage-

Non-practising witch Madison Montgomery can't decide between the vampire and werewolf...is it possible to have them both?

Madison Montgomery craves and wants two very different men. Instead of choosing one, she avoids both. Tired of waiting for her to make up her mind, Master Vampire Dante and the local wolf pack's Alpha Tom come up with an agreement of their own. If she won't choose one of them, she'll have both.

The pleasure she's given is more than she ever thought possible. One night will never be enough. If she thought it was hard to pick one of them as a lover, once she has them both, it is next to impossible to imagine being without both of them. When Madison gets a visit from the past, Dante and Tom have to work together to keep her safe. Once that is accomplished, they just have to talk her into permanently accepting a threesome.

More details to Come!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

The Crystal Pack- Finding Time




THE CRYSTAL PACK- FINDING TIME (FREE STORY APRT 2)

THE FOLLOWING STORY IS RATED E- FOR EROTIC. FOR ADULTS ONLY.


Nic Reddin closed and locked the front door behind the last Pack member as the Easter celebration finally ended. He sighed with relief as he rested his large body against the wood.
It didn’t matter what the occasion but every time the entire Pack got together there was at least one problem that had to be solved. Today was no different. It turns out that some of the teenage cubs had been sneaking off protected land and hunting on their own. Several parents had come together to get advice and help from the Alpha.
Nic had watched as one of his lovers met and took time with each concerned parent. He could tell Ryan was just as worried as they were. He had some ideas on what was needed to keep the young men on territory and still let them have their fun. He would speak to the Alpha later but he had a plan for the moment.
With the house empty except for Ryan and Lara it was finally their time. It was getting more and more difficult for them to be alone together. Ryan had so many responsibilities and Lara had just started to teach some of the grade school cubs about their upcoming first shift that his two lovers barely had time to eat and sleep.
He shook his head as he stepped away from the door. As the Pack numbers increased he was also finding himself busier but tonight would be for the three of them… tonight they would be finding time to love.
Nic used his senses to locate both Ryan and Lara. Not that it would have been to difficult. They were in their separate offices. While located next to each other they rarely had the door open. A lot of Ryan’s business was private and he didn’t always share with anyone… even his lovers.
Nic knew Ryan had started to take too much on himself but he was at a loss on how to fix that problem.
He knew it would be easier to interrupt Lara so he headed to her office first.
As he expected he could hear Ryan’s muffled voice through the wall. Lara looked up at grinned at him when he stepped through her doorway. He nodded towards Ryan’s office but she shook her head and sighed.
“He’s talking to his brother,” Lara informed him.
Nic frowned and had to stop himself from rushing into Ryan’s office. Anytime Ryan spoke with Tim the conversation ended badly. Tim couldn’t get over the fact that Ryan had left their birth pack. Forgetting the fact that their father had abused them as young cubs and Ryan couldn’t love who he wanted if he had remained there.
Ryan and Nic had left on their own when they were legally able to without the worry of the Pack coming after them. They had applied for rogue status, which had been granted, and had built a home right there in that spot.
They’d made friends with several other Rogue shifters and slowly the Pack had formed. Little by little more shifters had stayed over or ‘crashed’ at their house and never ended by leaving.
It wasn’t until several years ago when Lara had arrived with some other female shifters that they had become a Pack.
Lara and several other females, including cubs, had left their Pack when a new Alpha had taken over and had started to ‘mate’ some of the under age girls.
The Rogue shifters had opened them with open arms but the Alpha had come after them.
Since the females were part of their old Alpha’s pack and hadn’t been accepted in another one they were obligated to return the females.
Nic had been so proud of Ryan when he’d refused. Instead Ryan had ordered Nic and several other men to take the females and hide them. He’d than contacted the Wolf Council and applied for Pack status.
And it’d been approved.
Nic was grateful the elders of the society had seen the ability in Ryan to lead his Pack fairly and with a loving touch.
They’d never regretted the decision but now when Nic felt Ryan’s stress he sometimes missed the old days.
But not everyone had been happy when Ryan had become Alpha. Ryan’s father in fact had been furious.
And the man had taken that fury out on Tim. Tim had changed after Nic and Ryan had left. But still he called about once a month. Nic had asked Ryan if he’d ever invited Tim for a visit but Ryan would always shake his head and change the subject.
Now that their father was aging and receiving challenged for his leadership Tim wanted Ryan to come back home.
Tim didn’t understand that they were home.
Lost in his own thoughts he didn’t realize Lara had joined him until she wrapped her arm around his waist.
Nic returned the embrace pulling the female tight against him.
Lara sweet nature had called to both he and Ryan from the beginning. It wasn’t long after they’d formed a Pack that Lara had managed to steal their hearts.
As unusual as their three-way was Nic wouldn’t change anything for the world.
“It’s late,” he told her. “Let’s head up to bed. That way Ryan can come up and unwind with us.”
She grinned, showing her deep perfect dimples. “Good idea.”
They made their way through the house turning off lights. They left the hall lit so Ryan would know where to head to find them.
Inside their room they undressed and crawled into the large custom made bed. He took his side by the door while Lara laid in her spot right in the middle.
They cuddled and waited for Ryan. They didn’t have to wait long.
Nic had just started to relax with his arms around Lara when the bedroom door creaked open. Ryan stepped in and a smile replaced his tired worn look.
Nic held out his hand.
Ryan stripped as he walked toward them. “I’ve been waiting all day to be alone with you two,” he complained.
“I know what you mean,” Nic agreed.
Still standing Ryan leant over and placed a gentle kiss on his mouth. Nic opened to his lover and was surprised by the slow deep kiss. Usually after talking to his brother Ryan was so worked up that he liked to fuck long and hard.
The emotion behind the kiss had Nic losing his senses quickly. He loved Ryan like this.
When he tried to take over Ryan nipped his lower lip and pulled away. Nic was already panting.
Ryan simply chuckled and patted his chest while he stretched to reach Lara.
Their kiss was just as intimate and he heard Lara sigh into it. Ryan’s cock was already hard and Nic figured he could help the man out.
He scooted lower on the bed until his mouth was even with that wonderful full prick.
He wrapped his hand around Ryan’s shaft and stroked. Ryan groaned still occupied with Lara but pressed one hand against Nic’s cheek.
Nic grinned. He loved sucking Ryan’s cock. Looked like he was going to get his way tonight.
He bent his head and licked at the pre-come that was already leaking from Ryan’s dick. The salty flavor exploded on his tongue and he moaned along with Ryan.
Nic couldn’t see what Ryan and Lara were doing but from the sounds behind him Lara was very happy with whatever was going on.
Ryan pressed his hips forward and Nic took the hint. He engulfed his lover’s cock sliding his tongue over the plump head and down the shaft.
Ryan jerked against him when Nic used the flat of his tongue to tease the sensitive area right behind the head. Nic positioned himself better to wrap his arms around Ryan’s waist to hold him still before he started to suck strongly.
Ryan gasped, Lara moaned, and Nic’s own cock started to throb.
Ryan tried to thrust but Nic’s hold was too strong. Instead he used an easy rhythm to being Ryan off. But it wasn’t long before he was distracted himself.
Ryan’s firm ass cheeks were to close not to squeeze and caress. The small opening to needy not to dip his finger inside. He continued to lavish Ryan’s prick but his hands were busy elsewhere.
He had two fingers plunging inside Ryan’s ass before Ryan pulled back taking his cock from Nic’s mouth.
“Enough,” the Alpha ordered. “Get up here and fuck me.”
Nic scrambled to comply as Ryan climbed onto the bed over Lara. Nic stood and waited as Ryan entered Lara quickly and started to drive into her over and over.
Nic chuckled before joining the two. He ran his hand up Ryan’s legs to land on the other mans ass. “Slow down so I can join.”
Ryan groaned but froze buried deep inside Lara.
When Nic started to finger him again he dropped his head and cursed.
“Shit man I’m ready. Just get inside me!”
Who could resist an order like that? Nic flattened himself against Ryan and slowly pushed his way inside. He had to pause several times to give Ryan time to adjust but when he was finally fully seated inside he had to stop to catch his breath.
Ryan was so hot and tight it his cock burned inside the other man.
Nic rested his head on Ryan’s shoulder until Ryan started to wiggle under him.
Grabbing a hold of Ryan’s hips he started to withdraw only to thrust back in. It was fast and hard and wonderful.
He pounded into Ryan causing the man to plunge inside Lara with each thrust. Their cries echoed through the room.
No there wasn’t a lot of time to be together. They had to pick their moments. But it was times like these when they were so in sync that made life worth living.


HOPE YOU ENJOYED THE SECOND PART OF THE FREE STORY SERIES CRYSTAL PACK- WRITTEN FOR MY READERS TO ENJOY!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the 'WILD' side...

http://www.crissysmith.net

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Guest Author Marie Haynes




The wonderful and talented Marie Haynes is this weeks Guest Author! So please give her a big welcome!

I first met (as in read) Marie before I was published and bought her Tasting Pleasure EBook. The way Marie went about the D/s relationship was best I had read at that time and still stands out even now. The depth in which she wrote carried the story so well I actually still think about it from time to time.

I have already put her latest release and book to in the Pleasures series on my To buy list. Here is a little about Marie and an excerpt that I just can't wait to read as part of her novel!


Hello, my name is Marie Haynes, and I’m a romance addict. I understand the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem, but the truth is – I don’t see this as a problem at all. I love romance and all the trimmings – the flowers, the candles, the scents, the satin, the spankings, the paddles. Yes, I said it. The spankings and the paddles. I know that a lot of folks just simply don’t see the draw of the darker side of romance, and I totally accept that. After all, if we all liked the same things, life would indeed be boring. I look at the vanilla as the cake and the kink as the icing. But having played with both the vanilla and kinky sides of sex and romance, I have to say, if done right, the kinky side simply oozes with romance, sex, trust and love. Don’t believe me? Look at it this way, for a submissive to trust a dominant enough to bare his or her ass for the Master’s pleasure, for a submissive to kneel before the Master, he or she must have ultimate trust in that Dominant. As for the Dom – in order to accept such a beautiful gift as a submissive’s love and trust, He or She must earn such respect. The Master or Mistress is not simply a lover, but also a protector, a confidante, a guide, friend. And never forget, the true power actually lies in the submissive’s hands. Still don’t believe me?

Read the following excerpt from my latest book, What’s Your Pleasure?

“Please, Vince. Please. I can’t take any more. I want you inside of me! I need you now!”
“Whatever you say,” he answered. “Just give me a second to find the condom in my wallet.” Quickly, Vince rifled through his pants.
Joe stifled a laughed when he fumbled with the package and swore under his breath. Finally, he positioned himself over her and pushed his manhood against her folds, finding her already wet and hot. He entered her fully. Joe tightened her muscles, grasping him inside of her. He filled her completely. His heat combined with her own so that she wondered why they didn’t spontaneously combust. She ran her hands up his strong chest, marvelling at the smoothness of his tanned skin. God, she knew it had been a long time since she’d had sex, but she didn’t remember it feeling like this. If she died right at this moment, she’d die happy. Suddenly she remembered her dream. Reality really can be better than fantasy, she thought as she contracted and released her tunnel, milking his rod.
“You keep that up and I’ll come,” he warned.
“We can’t have that, now, can we?”
With maddening slowness, Vince eased himself out only to plunge quickly back. She gasped and raised her hips, meeting each thrust, matching his rhythm. He tugged at her nipples with his teeth. She wanted more. Waves of heat washed over her. Her mind stopped all rational function and nothing, nothing in the world existed outside of the pleasure this man bestowed.
Grasping his tight, smooth ass, she encouraged him to fuck harder. Joe thought she would melt from the heat of him. She closed her eyes and let his power consume her.
“That’s it, baby. Ride the wave,” Vince commanded.
And what a ride it was! She screamed his name as her body trembled and shook. Something deep inside of her broke, and the ice she had carefully built around her heart began to melt. All time, meaning, mistakes, pain. All of it evaporated as she convulsed with exquisite pleasure. She dug her nails into his back and tightened her legs about him like a vice grip.
“Jesus!” he shouted before he gave one mighty thrust and emptied himself inside of her. He collapsed on top of her, rolling over, dragging her with him in a tight hug.
They lay panting for a few moments before Joe, unwilling to let this moment end, wiggled out of his grasp and kissed her way down his chest. She smiled when she heard him moan, continuing her path to her destination. Carefully, she peeled off the condom to find his rod still dripping with precious fluid. She sighed with pleasure. She loved this. To savour a man’s essence and clean his tool with her mouth was, perhaps, her favourite way to pleasure a man.
She cupped her hands around his balls and, using cat-like licks, lapped up the remains of his cum. Vince lifted his hips slightly, growled, and placed his hand on her head. She took him into her mouth, wrapping her lips tightly around his slowly shrinking penis. She sucked and licked, savouring his flavour, knowing she was giving as much pleasure as she was receiving. Again, she felt the muscles in her womb begin to quiver. When Vince reached down and dipped two fingers into her pot of honey, she exploded. Keeping him in her mouth, she rode out her orgasm. He finger fucked her until she went limp against him and rested her head on his abdomen, his now soft rod against her chest. For some reason, she wanted to serve this man. She wanted to give him everything.
“You are incredible,” he whispered.

Now that excerpt was incredible! I hope you enjoyed learning more about Marie and that sexy excerpt! To look at more of her book visit her website-



Thanks for stopping by,

Crissy Smith

ARE Best Sellers of 2009




On Monday April 5th All Romance Ebooks (ARE) had their awards for the Best Sellers of 2009. They announced the Best Sellers for Publishers, Author, and Books.


I am so excited to share the news that the first book in my Were Chronicle Series- Pack Alpha was named as one of the top ten best sellers at ARE for 2009!!!!

What exciting news! My first full year as an author and the fact that you (the readers) took Pack Alpha that high amazes me!

So a special Thanks goes out to each and every one of you who spent your hard earned money on one of my books. I've worked so hard to bring you into my shifter world. I can't express how grateful I truely am!

Again I just have to say Thanks- and I really couldn't have done it without you!

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Book Review Monday- April 5th!



Another Monday sneaks up on us! I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter weekend. We had a blast traveling out of town. Spent way too much money but did almost everything we wanted!

Didn’t get much reading done but that won’t keep this woman down… just means I have a lot of time to make up for! Lol!

And speaking of reading… let’s talk books!

Book Reviewed- State of Mind by Libby Drew

Book Blurb- Grier Crist works for the Organization—a group of Gifted “agents” who use their powers to keep peace, help those in need, and combat criminal influence around the globe. When a suspicious bombing drives Grier to break his ties with the group and go into hiding, the head of the Organization sends model agent Alec Devlin after him, claiming Grier is a murderer and traitor to their cause.

Grier manages to turn the tables and take Alec hostage long enough to convince him that the Organization is lying and hiding something sinister. The two strike a bargain: amidst enemies who want them dead, friends with their own agendas, and the growing passion between them, they'll work together to bring down the Organization in order to protect the world… and each other.

My Rating- 4/ 5

My Thoughts- First time author for me!

I couldn’t be more pleased with how this book was written. Libby Drew created a unique world of powerful people who with special gifts that were just a little confused about right and wrong.

From the first page of this book until the end you will enter a world full of Hot men, fiest females, and one sexy scene after another.

If this is the kind of books this author continues to write I will have to get more.


Book Reviewed- Big Enough for Five

Book Blurb- Ryan and Baz and Marcus and Aidan figure they have it good. They have their own business, a thriving gay and lesbian publishing company. They have a huge bed. And they have each other. It works for them perfectly well, at least until Nicholas starts...watching.

Nicholas has been working at the press a while when Ryan notices that Nicholas is looking more, and looking with intent. But Nicholas is too shy to mention it, and the others haven’t decided what to do about it. They had enough trouble accepting the dynamic of four. So it takes a lot of dancing to admit that might want to bring in someone else.

The guys struggle through hurt feelings, misunderstandings, and lots of hot loving, all the while refining the relationships that make them what they are. Maybe they'll find that their bed, and their hearts, are big enough for five after all.

My Rating- 3.5/ 5

My Thoughts- This author is so hit and miss with me that I just can’t decide about the writing style.

Some books are just plain hot and naught enjoyeable can’t miss and others are just not for me. This book falls in the middle. It was an interesting storyline while the style seemed strange to me. While it was a little hard to get into it was really chapter by chapter book. I don’t think I could write five different points of view so I have to give the author the props for that. You get into the characters heads and know exactly how they feel.


Book Reviewed- Dar and Gregg (Jock Dorm 1) by Bobby Michaels

Book Blurb- If you think Jocks and Nerds have nothing in common, come to the Jock Dorm!

Cute, nerdish Dar has no idea what to expect when campus housing places him in the Jock Dorm. He certainly doesn't expect his Jock-God of a roommate, tall, hunky, muscular Gregg the champion wrestler. Nor falling head over heels for him. Workouts, friendship, a little hurt and comfort, and pretty soon Dar can't take being in love with his straight roommate.

But maybe Gregg isn't so straight. He's been keeping secrets of his own, like a murdered first love and a family that's pretty much disowned him for being gay. Though he vowed never to fall again, he's not figuring on Dar and how the cute little nerd unfreezes his fearful heart.

For once, the nerd gets the jock, but different interests are the least of their problems. They can't keep their hands off each other, but coming out is the hardest part.

My Rating- 4/ 5

My Thoughts- Surpised by this book! I always love that!

I wasn’t expecting too much and was happily intrigued and pulled into the story. Dar and Gregg are such great characters and the story went into depth about how their relationship built and carried them through the trials of being young gay althets.

There are other books in the series and they have been placed on my to buy books.


So I hope you find something to read...

Crissy Smith

Thursday, April 1, 2010

April 2010 Contest- Bid High



April 2010 Contest- BID HIGH




April 2010 Contest- Bid High

Contest Runs from April 1st through midnight (CST) April 28th

Contest Rules- contact me at cmsmith0328@yahoo.com with the subject ‘BID HIGH CONTEST’

Inside the Email- Tell me if you have ever been to a live or silent bid and your experience. If you’ve never been to one, that’s okay, tell me what you WOULD bid on… if you had the chance.

This contest will celebrate my April 2010 New Release Bid High. Bid High will be published through Total-E-Bound on April 26th! Be the first one to win a free copy by entering the contest!

Bid High Blurb-

A bachelor auction, a plan, and a night that will change everything.


Amber Wilson is tired of her boring life. She craves something more than just the average day ho-hum. When her best friend gets tickets to the hottest event in town, Amber sees her chance to live wild for one night.


Thomas Baldwin and Jake Grant have watched Amber from a far. They know she is the one woman who can complete the life they've made for themselves. The woman who will accept their love for each other while filling the hole that remains.


The plan - get the auction tickets to Amber's friend, get her to bid and win Thomas, then use every trick in the book to seduce her into becoming theirs.

Forever.

Bid High Link- http://www.total-e-bound.com/product.asp?strParents=&CAT_ID=&P_ID=759





So Good luck everyone and of course Happy Reading!

Crissy Smith

Romance on the ‘WILD’ side…

http://www.crissysmith.net

http://crissy0328.blogspot.com

Monday, March 29, 2010

Guest Author Ericka Scott



Today we are lucky enough to have our Guest Author Ericka Scott join us on the blog. Ericka talks about her experience with publishing and gives us some points and some warning signs to look out for.

I first found Ericks several years ago when she was writting for Cobblestone Press. I believe she still continues with them but I was very excited when she joined the TEB family. I buy first from TEB to support my fellow authors before I hit the other sites. So when Ericka jumped on bpard I couldn't have been happier!

Ericka also has a recent release that she has shared a little about. You can see from the cover how interesting it looks to be, (Yes, I judge books by the cover!)

So please welcome Ericka and let her know how pleased we are that she has joined us!

May 17th, 2010, will mark my third anniversary as a published author. I wasn’t a publishing novice by the time that first novella was accepted. In fact, I’d had over thirty short stories published in various print and electronic formats. However, I had never thought of my writing as anything but a hobby up until 2006 when I decided that for the next chapter of my life, I was going to ‘be an author.’ It’s been a wild ride, one I wouldn’t trade for the world, and I’m glad to say that it’s not over yet. Still, there are some things I wished I had known (and am still learning), that I’d like to pass along.

All publishers are not created equal

Crystal Clear, my first novella, was released by Cobblestone Press. I was very lucky to stumble upon them and have their shining example as to what a publisher should be like. They are author-friendly, have prompt and open communications with their employees, have fantastic cover art, and pay regularly and on-time each and every month, without fail.

With some of my other publishers, I haven’t been so lucky. Several of them disappeared almost overnight. In addition, one of my past publishers kept such shoddy book keeping that I was paid royalties before my book was even released (explain that one?!?) and never received a clear accounting of what books were actually sold. Communication with a few other publishers has been hit or miss.

I thought I had learned what to look for and where to go to ask questions (Writers Beware, Absolute Write Water Cooler, Piers Anthony) but even with all that information, it’s still possible to leap without looking. For instance, did you know that not all publishers edit the books before they are released? I didn’t realize that until I received the galleys for one of my books and found out it’s the exact file I sent them.

Do your research.

Even if you’ve sold once, it takes just as much work to sell again.

It may sound silly, but I honestly thought that once I’d sold a book, it would be a breeze to sell the next one. Nope. Even after three years, eighteen novellas, two full-length novels, and a handful of short stories, I still garner a healthy number of rejections. At times it’s discouraging and the waiting never gets any easier.

What I have learned is that if I’m lucky enough for an agent or editor to give me feedback, I take a step back and apply a critical eye to the story before I send it out again. Although it’s only one opinion and I may not agree with their criticism, there is usually truth in their remarks. Thankfully, almost all of my manuscripts have found a home, but it’s never been the easy road I envisioned.

Goals and deadlines

Writing a book is hard work. Many authors have a 9-5 job, families, friends and a writing career. Often the time to write has to be crowbarred into the day, either early in the morning or late at night. For many, there is no real sense of urgency to create that first or second draft. Then, the manuscript sells.

The mistake is to think that simply because the book sold, there will be no further work. Ha! There are forms to be filled out, edits to complete, and galleys to review. Make those deadlines a priority. The difficulty arises when life intervenes, kids get sick, the paying job’s projects are due. It’s easy to let it all slide, especially if the book won’t be released for months. But don’t do it.

Even if your book hasn’t been sold, even if the manuscript is still in the beginning stages, set goals and deadlines and make every effort to meet them. It’ll be good practice for when you sell.

Being an author is like running a marathon, not dashing sprint.

Every year, there are more and more published books competing for a reader’s attention. Although I was sure my novella would be a bestseller (thankfully, it was), some of my other books, that I believed in just as strongly, haven’t been. For each title I took out the same number and type of ads, promoted them much the same way, and I know the publisher has done their job to promote the title as well.

Sadly, we can all look at the flaws in the latest bestsellers and even I fall into the pit of wondering why my book, which didn’t have cardboard characters, a predictable plot, and a heroine who is too stupid to live, didn’t hit the NY Times Bestseller List. Still, a close look at those writers who appear to be ‘overnight successes’ reveals that the reality is far from the truth. They, too, put in the long hours (or years) of writing, garnered drawers full of rejections, and paid their dues to get where they are. That doesn’t say I don’t believe that there is an element of luck or magic involved. Being in the right place and the right time certainly doesn’t hurt. However, I remind myself daily that I’m in this business for the long run.

There is only one rule for Authors.

Write!


Now wasn't that great advice! And Thank you so much for stopping by Ericka!


Ericka Scott is a multi-published, bestselling author of seductive suspense. She's written stories for as long as she can remember and reads anything under the sun (including the back of cereal boxes in a pinch). She got hooked on romantic suspense in her college days, when reading anything but a textbook was a guilty pleasure. Now, when she’s not chauffeuring children around, wishing she had more than 24 hours in a day, or lurking at the library, she’s spinning her own web of fantasy and penning tales of seduction and suspense. She currently lives in Southern California with her husband and three children.

Ericka’s latest release, Crisscross, is currently available in electronic format at Write Words, Inc., Fictionwise, Omnilit, and Amazon.com, and she just sold a full-length paranormal romance to L&L Dreamspell.

Ericka loves friends, so come friend her at http://myspace.com/erickascott

She's also on Facebook at http://facebook.com/ericka.scott and Twitter @ErickaScott

You can find out more about her books at


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