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The new release in the Creatus Saga is now available.
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Vev, one of the first generations of creatus talis, finds herself torn between her younger family members and a forbidden love as she fights to save the young talis from being turned into a weapon -- or worse, annihilation. For more info or to download, visit Amazon.com. Or read on for a sneak peek of Vev's first kiss. EXCERPT Hesitantly, Vev stepped forward. She’d never kissed a male before. Wasn’t even sure how it worked. She’d read about it, of course. Watched it. But as with everything, her knowledge only took her so far. Life experience, she was learning, was invaluable.
Zach’s heart rate sped up again, and the musky scent she’d noticed intermittently throughout the day escalated. Every beat of his heart fanned the potent scent, filling the room. In response, all of Vev’s senses intensified, as though she were hunting game. “Vev,” he said, stepping toward her again, “please stay.” His hand stroked her cheek, brushing back a strand of hair. He took another step, this time slipping his arm around her waist. The pounding in Vev’s heart exploded into such a fast rhythm she could hardly breathe. She gulped, licked her lips. Zach moved just his head toward her this time, pressing his lips to hers. A kiss. Her mouth parted unconsciously as his mouth moved back and forth. She closed her eyes and inhaled. He smelled so good. So delicious—Vev pulled back so fast that Zach fell forward. She twisted her body, jerking away. The door. The sun must have set. Regardless, she needed to leave. “What happened?” Zach’s voice cracked. “I must go.” “Vev?” His warm hand made contact with her shoulder and she lurched forward, as far away as the room allowed. She wheeled, facing him. “I’m not human, Zach. Can’t you see that?” His lips turned up slightly, revealing curved lines that framed his mouth. “You feel plenty human to me.” “I’m not!” Vev insisted. She reached for the only thing in her vicinity. A broom. She snatched it from the corner and held it up. She didn’t know how much strength humans had. According to Marguerite, not much. “Can you break this?” “Why would I want to break my broom?” Vev huffed out a breath. “Can you?” “I guess. If I leveraged it against something, I could.” Vev brought the broom down over her knee, splitting it in two, then squeezed her hands around each part, pulverizing the wood until each piece was nearly sawdust. She released the slivers and shards, crumbling the pieces. Zach’s eyes grew wide. His heart raced disturbingly fast. She hated scaring him, but she had to make him see the danger. Marguerite had said that her research revealed that the earliest humans hadn’t been afraid of creatus, but that they had become jealous of their beauty and strength, and started hunting them. Vev had never understood that. Now she did. Humans hadn’t hunted the original creatus because they were jealous; they’d been frightened. Because humans smelled good. Because even though she liked the feel of Zach’s kiss, a part of her imagined biting his neck and feasting.
For four thousand years, creatus elders have insisted that the creatus population concealed themselves from human beings because humans had hunted the creatus almost to extinction…
But one woman’s research reveals that when creatus first arrived on this planet, humans didn’t fear the alien beings that looked so much like the human race. That is, until the creatus started to breed with humans, creating a ferocious killer feared by humans and creatus alike. A creature so fierce that its legacy of death and destruction has fed nightmares for millennia. And now, a new breed of creatus has been born—or rather, reborn. Christmas in July Giveaways! Grab your free reads and enjoy an escape from the summer heat!7/16/2018
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Simply reply to this newsletter or email me CARMEN (@) CARMENDESOUSA (dot) COM & I'll send you a Kindle gift code for ONE of these books! One per subscriber please! Happy Summer!!! Wanderlust should be my middle name... MOVING SALE! Paperback books only $4.99! Includes S&H!5/7/2018 If you've been hanging out with me for any length of time, you're probably aware that I move--A LOT. Yeah...I know, we're sick. I mean, after all, who wants to pack up an entire house every year or so??? But, adventure calls! It's how I can write so many stories set in different locales. And it's also great news for you because I'm trying to lighten my load. I just ordered a new batch of paperbacks for book signings, and the last thing I need is to move more boxes. So, here's the deal! You can order any of my available paperback books this month for only $4.99! Price INCLUDES shipping & handling! Order via PayPal here!
Make sure you include which book you want, the name you want me to address the book to, and where you want it shipped. Hurry! This is a first-come first-served sale. When I'm out, the sale is over. To get the special price, you must order through PayPal. Amazon does not offer this deal. But if you'd like to learn more about a book, or to buy the eBook version, click any image. To me...every day is International Women's Day. I'm not sure what the world is celebrating today, but I want you to know that every day is YOUR day, in my opinion, the reason I write stories to let women know they are NOT alone. One of my favorite stories that shows a woman's strengths and triumphs is Some Lucky Woman, a contemporary women's fiction with a hint of humor and romance, featuring a thirty-something divorcee who's trying to figure out where she fits in the world and if she can ever love and trust a man again.. If you'd like to read part one, download the novella "Unlucky In Love" simply by clicking one of the formats below. The eBook is not available -- LEGALLY -- anywhere but on one of my websites. This is my gift to you. ePub (works on Apple and Samsung Devices, and most eReaders) MOBI (works on Kindle and most devices with Kindle App) If you'd rather just download all three parts from your favorite retailer, I've attached links below.
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As with most of his family, Derrick Ashton knows his future and what position he's destined to fill within his unique society. Everything changes, however, when he breaks one of his family's strictest laws and falls in love--with a human. Creatus isn't your normal paranormal romance ... it's a romantic mystery series based on the myths you've heard your entire life. Prepare to believe! FREE for a Limited Time! For more info, visit your favorite retailer! If you've already read the Creatus series, the next book in the Creatus Saga, is now available to pre-order!
Don't miss downloading Creatus Talis at the introductory price of only $0.99! Find Love Until It Hurts at your favorite book retailer! By the way... Love Until it Hurts is a stand-alone story -- without an evil cliffhanger.
However, if you want to read the first book in the Crazy Love Collection, you can find Love Like Crazy at Amazon.com or your favorite book retailer.
What are you doing this weekend?
If you're like me, you'll be curling up by the fire instead of fighting traffic. Gimme a great read and a goblet of wine, and that's all the New Year's celebration I need. Even if you like to go out, you'll need to curl up the next day, so I have some great freebies and deals to ring in the New Year!
Firsts in Three of my Bestselling Series
Available at all retailers! In other news... There's so much coming in 2018, it was easier to record a message. This is my first go at making a video, though, so please forgive me for it not being very professional. :)
In other news... My newest release, Love Like Crazy, a stand-alone women's fiction / coming-of-age romance, is now available at all retailers. The second book in the Crazy Love series is now available. Love Until it Hurts, is a stand-alone story, no cliffhanger! In future news... The first book in the follow-up series to the Creatus series is almost ready for pre-order! If you haven't read the Creatus series, grab the first book FREE here! Simply click on the link for your favorite retailer and grab a handful of treats that won't add to your waistline!
While the characters in Love Like Crazy are only eighteen, this is not "young-adult fiction." Jesse and Kayla's story is my traditional thread of romance, a gentle pull on your heart strings, a touch of suspense about what's going to happen next, and of course, learning to heal and live again after a tragedy... Oh, and while this will be a series, Love Like Crazy is a stand-alone story. No cliffhanger!
College and career are hard enough without bringing love into the mix, so the last thing Jesse is looking for is a spring break fling. His future entails getting an MBA and taking over the reins of his father's small-time plumbing company and making it successful. He doesn’t have time for a girl, especially not one who's related to the spoiled rich girl who broke up his last relationship. One week with Kayla, though, changes everything.
Eighteen and in love, Jesse and Kayla now have everything they've ever wanted--until tragedy strikes. Now, thrust into a world of heartbreak and grief, others insist they are too young. But when you find the love of your life, no matter how young you are, no matter what happens, the only thing you can do is hold on and LOVE LIKE CRAZY. Although tastefully written, this coming-of-age story includes adult situations appropriate for readers sixteen and older. For more info or to pre-order, visit your favorite eBook retailer. Amazon - Amazon Worldwide - Nook - iBooks Kobo - Google Play - Smashwords Love like Crazy is a Coming-of-Age Romance / Women's Fiction. I hope you enjoy this story of two young people who are just starting out in the world. Of course, with all of my stories, you know there will be romance, the suspense of what's going to happen next, and a hint of humor and a few tears.
Several Young-Adult Series (For All Ages) are Coming Soon! And, of course, the next wave of creatus are on their way... There's so much going on, I'm afraid I won't be able to keep up with my newsletter and social media, so, I'll give you a quick run-down, and then let you know how to be the first to know. If you've been following me for a few years -- back when I used to blog regularly -- you probably know that besides my current list of sixteen published books, I have several books I haven't found the time to publish, and several books / series in the works. At this moment, I have three full-length novels that I plan to publish this year -- before Christmas, hopefully. And I have two series that I'm adding the finishing touches to that I plan to release in 2018. In other words, I'm crazy busy, and since I refuse to allow anyone to control my email, newsletter, and social media pages, I probably won't be as visible as I usually am, but I will, however, always respond to my email. So, if you have a question for me, please reply to any newsletter or comment on anything on this site; it all comes to me. Now for the Important Links! If you want to know when I release these new books or when I offer a sale, here are the best places to follow me. Simply visit Book Bub, then click "FOLLOW" on the right-hand side of the page! No matter which eReader you prefer -- Nook, Kobo, Samsung, iPad, iPhone, or tablets -- Book Bub will send you notifications about my new releases and special promotions with links to your favorite retailer. Or, visit Amazon, then click the gold "FOLLOW" button on the left-hand side of the page! My newsletter is still the best place to hear about advance copies and excerpts, quirky details about my stories, and giveaways! Plus, you'll receive a free book just for signing up. Also, if you have a question for me, simply respond to your welcome newsletter, or any newsletter thereafter. All correspondence comes directly to me. If this is your first time visiting my site, I write in several different genres -- Romantic Suspense, Paranormal Romance, Supernatural Suspense, and Women's Fiction / Chick Lit -- but all of my novels share a common thread of romance, suspense, a hint of humor sometimes and, of course, a few Kleenex moments. After all, what would a great story be without and emotional even setting the stage. Also, all of my novels are sensual, but not erotic, gripping, but not graphic, and will make you cry, laugh, love, and hope. You can find all of my novels, including a few freebies at all major eBook retailers:
Book Bub Amazon US Amazon Worldwide Barnes & Noble iTunes Kobo Google Play Smashwords Audible For four thousand years, creatus elders have insisted that the creatus population concealed themselves from human beings because humans had hunted the creatus almost to extinction… But one woman’s research reveals that when creatus first arrived on this planet, humans didn’t fear the alien beings that looked so much like the human race. That is, until the creatus started to breed with humans, creating a ferocious killer feared by humans and creatus alike. A creature so fierce that its legacy of death and destruction has fed nightmares for millennia. And now, a new breed of creatus has been born — or rather, reborn. If you haven't read the Creatus series, the two-book special edition of Creatus (They Exist) is available at all major retailers FREE!
Amazon - iTunes - B&N - Kobo - Google Play - Smashwords Also available on Audible!
Since I just republished all my audio books, I want to get the word out about this great way to hear the books you love come alive.
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It's here!!! If you've been following along with me for the last few months, you may have heard that there's a new release in my line of contemporary women's fiction with a hint of humor and romance.
Down on Her Luck is now available at all major eBook retailers! Amazon - Google Play - Nook - iTunes - Kobo Also available on Audible! While Down on Her Luck is a stand-alone story -- and no cliffhanger -- the story runs parallel with the last part of Some Lucky Woman. Some Lucky Woman is available at all major eBook retailers! Amazon US / Worldwide - Nook - iBooks - Kobo - Google Play Also available on Audible! Every single one of my books are now available on Audible. To celebrate, I'm giving away FREE copies to the first hundred readers who request them.
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