Howl at the Moon

“In paranormals you can work an insurmountable obstacle into a fantastic story. A story that will leave you not only rooting for the end that is satisfying but leaves you breathless and brings down the barriers of your mind letting your imagination take flight.” - Taige Crenshaw

Above is what I’ve said many times before and will always believe. Now lets explore another wondrous paranormal being.

From the time I saw my first werewolf movie I wanted to be swept away with a sexy werewolf. LOL.

In paranormal romance werewolves have all the wonderful qualities. Sexy intriguing, tortured and oh so dangerous. Growl. There is just something about a hero or heroine if you will who howls at a moon and mates for life. It brings out the primitive part of your psyche. Imagine finding that one who is only for you and being with them forever. Of course the time to convince that other person of your being for each other is what makes the story.

From that first meeting, all the in between to that final I love you is what brings it all together. Werewolves brings a lot to the in between. They are deadly when protecting those they love. Relentless in going after what they want. A werewolf in search of making the one for them theirs is unpredictable and intriguing.

There are many explorations of the werewolf. In variety of books written about them they are portrayed to be either born, under a curse or bitten by a werewolf then turned. No matter which type of werewolf they bring a reaction. A reaction of wanting to get into their minds.
There is a hierarchy with wolves in a pack. Many authors have explored the Alpha wolf, the one who is the strongest and leader or higher ranking in pack. The Beta wolf is often described as being second in the chain of command. The Omega wolf is one or more wolves, male or female, that occupy the lowest position in the pack hierarchy. There is so much about werewolves to explore. So many great books on various werewolves.

In writing no matter what genre you hear the terms Alpha or Beta thrown around when describing the hero of a book. Of course there tends to be more Alpha’s. Those strong take charge men. I remember a while back readers were also talking about wanting to read more Beta’s. Not as take charge as the Alpha but they have there own ways. LOL. It all goes back to going after what you want.

So share with me some werewolf books you have read.

Snippet Saturday – A Dream

Today’s snippet theme is A Dream. Enjoy a look from one of my books.

An snippet from God Style Temptation…

The dream snuck up on him.

“Nigel, you have to let me go,” Zarlu said in that soft voice of hers, then she smacked him on the head.

“Ow, what did you do that for?” Nigel looked at Zarlu’s twinkling blue eyes.

She smiled, a sweet twist of her lips and put her hands on her hips. He knew from her stance he was in trouble.

“Why are you holding me as a shield so no one can get close to you? Geesh. You’re a man for god’s sake. You have needs.” She paced back and forth in front of him. She stopped and gave him a sexy look. “I know you’re not a saint.” She chuckled sensuously.

“So stop being an ass and start to live.”

Watching her Nigel ached to touch her one last time. She smiled as if she understood. Coming to him, she slid her arms around him. Sinking into her embrace Nigel felt her love and care for him.

Zarlu pulled back with her arms still around him and sighed. “Nigel, it’s time to get back to living. Stop holding onto the past.” She looked at him. “When you’re ready you’ll know it’s time.” She glanced over his shoulder. Following her gaze Nigel looked at himself and the woman on the bed.

“Her name is Aurora and she needs you as much as you need her, Nigel.” Zarlu touched his cheek gently, pulled his face close and kissed him softly and tenderly. “I love you, my warlious.” She started to fade.

Reaching for her he whispered. “I love you, my sesuioul.”

She smiled and disappeared. Watching her leave Nigel knew it was the last time. Tears rained down his face as he returned to his body.

Gasping he came awake, careful not to jerk the sleeping woman. He felt the tears on his face. Taking them off his cheek he held them and watched as they turned into a handful of diamonds. They rose off his palm and floated across the room. A drawer opened and they floated into it before closing. He knew that the drawer was full of diamonds and other gems. For the last year he had been dreaming of Zarlu and each time he woke there were tears on his face which turned into precious gems.

Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2008.
All Rights Reserved, Ellora’s Cave.

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Emma Petersen
Mari Carr
McKenna Jeffries
Taige Crenshaw
Sasha White
T.J. Michaels

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A Splish and Splash

“In paranormals you can work an insurmountable obstacle into a fantastic story. A story that will leave you not only rooting for the end that is satisfying but leaves you breathless and brings down the barriers of your mind letting your imagination take flight.” - Taige Crenshaw

Above is what I’ve said many times before and will always believe. Now lets explore another wondrous paranormal being.

I remember when I first fell in love with Mermaids. It was a picture that I saw one day shopping with my mom. It was so beautiful and mythical. Depicting a fantastical creature. After that I was enchanted (grin).

I saw as much movies I could on the subject. From Splash to the Little Mermaid I devoured anything on mermaids. Of course being an avid reader I found books on it too. Although at the time when I was much younger and hadn’t discovered there were mermaids in romance books also. Once I did boy was I in book reader heaven.

Mermaids are such a mysterious being. Underwater and some able to walk on land. They are seen as sexy, enchantress and alluring. They have been depicted as Sirens who led men to their doom or salvation. And usually in romance books you find they are female. Being that I like to turn things around I wrote two books so far about both sirens and mermaids and made them male. I plan on exploring more about both sirens and mermaids male as well as female.

Whichever type of mermaid you read they are interesting. The worlds they inhabit and what they do. For instance The Last Mermaid by Shana Abé which has what I like to call the power of 3 - three different books, set in the span of three different time periods, and with three different couples. These books have great myth and magic.

Another great mermaid series is Daughters of Arianne Series by Joey W. Hill. From the time I read A Mermaid’s Kiss the 1st book is the series I was captured and have waited for each to release. Each has gotten better.

I’ve read everything MaryJanice Davidson published. When I heard she was publishing a mermaid series I was jumping with joy. One of my fav author and mermaids- one of my fav paranormal creatures. I was so there. When Fred the Mermaid series hit the shelves I got the book and every one since. I even went to a workshop where MaryJanice Davidson talked about how she came up with Fred. MaryJanice mentioned she wanted to create an anti-Ariel. No fluffy happy to be a mermaid for Fred. She is cranky, pissed and snarky. I love it and still do.

These are only a few of the mermaid books out there. So many different ways to explore the mermaid culture. I look forward to reading as well as creating more in the mermaid lore. I’m always on searching for more mermaid books so come and share some of your fav’s.

Snippet Saturday - Living Spaces

Today’s snippet theme is Living Spaces. Enjoy a look from one of my books.

An snippet from Power of Instinct…

“Ian!” she screamed.

“No need to shout. I’m in here.” Ian’s voice came from her living room.

“What is Einstein doing with McGee and Reid? Heck, what is your whole animal farm doing with them? You—” Sinai stepped into the living room, then stopped.

She walked over and examined the big screen TV that took up the whole wall between her two bay windows. There was a lot of space between them, meaning that was a whole lot of TV. She had heard tales of Ian’s TV from her various family members and friends who went to his house to watch games or a movie. Sinai took a breath, trying to be calm.

“What’s going on?” she asked slowly as she turned to Ian.

He was leaning back on her couch, his arms behind his head and his crossed legs extended before him. Her gaze dropped, taking in how his jeans cupped his cock and encased his legs. Heat flooded her. She shifted.

“Since I’m moving in until after your birthday, I’ll need my things.”

Sinai blinked, sure she had heard him wrong. She shook her head. Ian nodded, a smug smile on his face.

“Hell, no!” Sinai roared.

She smacked away the soap. Ian’s hand flashed up, and he caught it. He stood in a lazy motion then walked in a loose-legged gait. Sinai’s heart started to race. She felt as if she was being stalked. She stood her ground as Ian walked right up to her.

He leant down and said softly, “Don’t test me, Nai.”

“You’re not moving in here. It’s not necessary,” she insisted.

Ian’s eyes dilated, then he said in a low tone, “Are you challenging me?”

Sinai raised her head. “On this I am.”

Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2011.
All Rights Reserved, Total E Bound.

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Leah Braemel
Mari Carr
McKenna Jeffries
Taige Crenshaw
Shelli Stevens
Delilah Devlin

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Oh God and Goddess

“In paranormals you can work an insurmountable obstacle into a fantastic story. A story that will leave you not only rooting for the end that is satisfying but leaves you breathless and brings down the barriers of your mind letting your imagination take flight.” - Taige Crenshaw

Above is what I’ve said many times before and will always believe. Now lets explore another wondrous paranormal being.

There are so many fascinating things in the paranormal writing world. I enjoy exploring these being in my writing. In my writings about Gods and Goddesses. I've had to do lots of research. The mythology of Gods and Goddesses is fascinating.This is more of an overview of the variety of gods and goddesses. At later dates I will explore each type of god and goddesses more in depth.

There are so many varieties of God and Goddesses. The most common known are the Greek. Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo, Ares Artemis, Athena and Hades to name a few have been portrayed in various stories. Their power, weakness and loves have been seen and explored.

Another type are the Roman’s. Bacchus, Ceres, Cupid, and Hercules are just a few.

Norse have so many fascinating beings. Odin, Thor, Loki, and Freya to name a few.

Celtic’s have Abhean, Brigid, Camulus, and Danu.

The Native American’s have Pana, Glispa, and Chiowotamahke are just a few of the beings in the mythology.

Egyptian’s have Ra, Sakhmet, Osiris and Amun.

There are so many types of gods and goddesses in each culture I can go on and on. In most cultures the powers they are know for correlate with those of gods or goddesses in other cultures. Lots of the powers these beings wield are based in magic and nature.

I have read so many wonderful books based on gods and goddesses. They have ranged from funny, sweet, dark, sexy and mysterious. They all captured the essence of gods and goddesses. The power of them and all their foibles. I could give you a long list of books depicting various gods and goddesses but since I am always on the look out for some great books, instead you come and shares books you have read. Include from which culture the god and goddesses are from.

In the Summer Time Contest - 2011

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Note: The prizes being offered has been amended.

Welcome to the days of summer! What’s better than dealing with the heat of these long days? A contest. So…with that in mind, McKenna, Taige, and Aliyah have decided to hold a contest.

This is an easy one. The entry can be done from any one of our three websites. The questions will be the same for each site so it doesn’t matter which you go to enter your answers. For the answers you will need to go to each authors website to find it, so you do not have to purchase anything. Just take a bit of time to peruse through our pages, locate the answers that correlates to each author’s respective question, and fill out the contest form on any of our sites. You must fill out the form and answer the three questions correctly to be entered for a chance to win the prize being offered.

One winner will be chosen out of all the properly entered contestants.

This contest will run from June 15, 2011 through September 15, 2011 midnight EST.

The winner of this contest will be announced September 30th.

The collaborated prize for this contest is as follows:

$35 in eBook bucks for use at All Romance Ebooks (Note: once winner is announced you must create or already have an account at All Romance Ebooks so prize can be sent)

1 signed print copy of each of the following (4 print books in total for the 1 winner):

Rarities Incorporated by Taige Crenshaw

Naughty Nuptials – a multi-author anthology which includes a story by Taige Crenshaw

What the Earl Desires by Aliyah Burke

Born To Fly Collection by Aliyah Burke

All prizes above a total of 5 items will be awarded to one winner.

Now for the rules:

All your information must be entered on the form found on either McKenna Jeffries, Taige Crenshaw, or Aliyah Burke’s site. There is no need to fill out a form on all three sites. Just gather your answers to each question then go to any of our sites and enter your answers. Enter your first and last name, email address, fill in the answers to each of the 3 questions in the spots where it is stated, and physical mailing address. That’s it. Please note all the information we requested is needed in order for your contest entry to be considered a valid entry to be entered to win the prize. Incomplete entries will be disregarded. Your address will be kept private and not shared with anyone. After midnight EST on September 15, 2011 no more entries will be accepted. The winner will be chosen and their name, only their name will be posted.

One final stipulation, if this contest is posted on any of the sweepstakes sites the authors reserve the right to terminate the contest at our discretion with no warning and none of the stated prizes will be given.

Enter the Contest at any of our sites below:

McKenna Jeffries - http://www.mckennajeffries.com/contest.shtml
Taige Crenshaw - http://www.taigecrenshaw.com/contest.shtml
Aliyah Burke - http://www.aliyah-burke.com/contest.htm

Now get ready for a romantic, sensual, and sizzling summer and enter our In the Summer Time – 2011 contest…

Good Luck!
McKenna, Taige, & Aliyah

Snippet Saturday – BFF

Today’s snippet theme is BFF. Enjoy a look from one of my books.

An snippet from Carnal Awakening…

Raising her voice so it could be heard, Shay said. “I’d like to apo—”

“Now chérie, I know you’re not going to apologize and ruin the afterglow. Hell it was almost as good as a rip-roaring bout of sweaty sex.” A languid voice interrupted her.

Knowing who it was Shay smiled.

“Hunter,” another voice hissed.

With a glance to her left, Shay took in the twinkling eyes along with the wicked grin on Hunter Brooks’ face. From Flame Brooks’, Hunter’s sister, embarrassed expression Shay could tell Flame wished she were somewhere else. Flame hated being the center of attention while Hunter thrived on it. They were family to Mia and good friends.

“What? I said almost. It’s not like we’re not all adults here.” Hunter stated.

There was a mummer of agreements.

“And I’m sure we…“ Hunter paused, her eyes alight with mischief. She looked at her sister Flame then amended. “Well at least some of us know what I’m talking about.” She purred as if savoring each word.

There was more agreement tinged with laughter.

“Shay it’s always a pleasure coming here,” Hunter winked. “And the entertainment is always a side benefit. Don’t take away from—“

Flame interjected, “Do you always have to be the center of attention?”

Hunter glanced at her. “Of course. You should try it sometime. You might like it.”

Flame glanced at Hunter, up and down, then turned to Tevin who had returned and was standing next to her. Flame reached up pulled him down and kissed him. Hunter’s mouth dropped open. Everyone hooted. Shay who knew how straight-laced Flame was, enjoyed the show especially Hunter’s reaction. Flame released Tevin slowly. He looked stunned. Shay stifled a smile at the look on his face.

Flame sauntered away then looked back at Hunter. “For once you’re right it does feel wonderful.”

Hunter laughed then smacked Tevin on the arm. “Hah. Now that’s what I call entertainment.”

Glancing at Hunter, Shay mouthed her thanks. Hunter nodded, winked again, and then said. “Come on handsome, I have my eye on that Sigal vase in the back.”

Holding Tevin’s arm she led him toward the exclusive merchandise in the large room to the left. The regular noise level of the shop started to pick up as people dispersed. Observing the shop for a few minutes to make sure everything was okay, Shay turned to Mia.

Before she could say anything Mia turned walked away pushing the doors into the back room. Following her, Shay glanced back at Mikhail still standing silently across the room. Going through the doors she lost sight of him. Turning she noticed that Mia hadn’t gone far. She was standing in the doorway leading to the small flower nursery attached to shop.

Walking over Shay said, “Stay here a little bit while I take over for you.” Shay squeezed her hand gently turned and went back to the doors leading to the shop.

She glanced back and saw Mia walk down the aisle of the nursery. Seeing the slump in her shoulders as she disappeared behind some of the foliage Shay’s fist clenched. The callous words spoken by Ms. Cramigla had shaken the usually unshakable Mia. She imagined her fist connecting with Ms. Cramigla’s perfect face and breaking her nose, maybe a couple of teeth. She hoped Ms. Cramigla tried to see through on her threat of trying to ruin her. She would be in for a big surprise. The reputation she had built at Exotic would hold. She wasn’t anyone’s pushover. Making a mental note to place a few phone calls Shay went out the door into the store.

Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2007.
All Rights Reserved, Ellora’s Cave Publishing, Inc.

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Leah Braemel
Mari Carr
McKenna Jeffries
Taige Crenshaw
HelenKay Dimon
Sasha White
Shelli Stevens
T.J. Michaels
Delilah Devlin

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A Visit from Beyond

“In paranormals you can work an insurmountable obstacle into a fantastic story. A story that will leave you not only rooting for the end that is satisfying but leaves you breathless and brings down the barriers of your mind letting your imagination take flight.” - Taige Crenshaw

Above is what I’ve said many times before and will always believe. Now lets explore another wondrous paranormal being.

It was a dark, rainy night when I saw something come towards me. In shock I stumbled back and fell. The apparition floated closer to me and reached out to me. An electric current flowed through me. I arched as it watched me out of clam eyes. In an instant it was gone. Breathing hard I blinked shaken by my visit from beyond.

Lately I’ve noticed an increase in books about that old spooky favorite ghosts. They aren’t you typical ghosts either. No they aren’t the shapeless blobs with indistinguishable features. These ghosts are full formed and can communicate. Some are even the hero or heroine. Imagine them being an active part of the story. Not used as the scare factor but the one you cheer for and connect with. So fully formed that you sometimes forget that it is an apparition.

There is so much you can do when you write paranormals. Even bring being from the great beyond. And not only that make them fierce and real. Well as real as a ghost can be. Ghostly beings have been explored in many books on various occasions. They have come far and there is still so much more for them to go. The intriguing, fierceness and sometimes-sexy ghosts make a great character to a story. It adds something fresh and different.

What ghost story have you read lately?

Snippet Saturday - Work

Today’s snippet theme is Work. Enjoy a look from one of my books.

An snippet from Wilde Seduction…

“But—” Mia growled at the sound of the dial tone.

She took the phone and started to push another number. A crackling sound stopped her. Turning around, Mia’s eyes widened. The stone statue on the ledge rippled, then burst open. Long wings spread high and flapped in the wind. They folded down and melded into a sleek back. Mia took a step back and gasped.

“Oh my,” she whispered.

Captivated, she took in the movement of his hard body. A perfect sun-kissed bare male ass flexed as he stretched his hands over his head. He shrugged bare shoulders in a fluid motion, and long fingers curled and released. Long, inky black hair flowed around him, blowing in the wind. The man turned and looked at her. His cerulean blue gaze seemed to glow. Mia’s eyes dropped, and she stifled a sigh to see he was now clothed.

The man jumped off the ledge onto the roof in an agile, effortless movement. He strode toward her with gracefulness and purpose in each step. As he came closer, she got a look at his flawless face. It was all carved planes and angles, as if put together by a master artisan. It was seductive and compelling. His full mouth curved was in a sexy grin that made her ache to take a nibble, and then suck his lips gently into hers. His blue eyes were even more captivating close up, surrounded by thick, curling lashes and heavy eyebrows. A shudder of longing raced through her. Mia licked her lips. His eyes followed the movement. His smile widened.

Mia blinked as the realisation of what she had just seen filled her.

He just came out of stone. No way are gargoyles real. Her eyes narrowed, and she grinned.

The man stopped just before he reached her.

“Who put you up to this? Reggie? Yeah, it had to be her. She knows I loved the Gargoyles cartoon when it was on. Goliath was my favourite—that voice and his personality.” She shuddered lightly, then continued, “Great trick with the wings. Where did you ditch them? You didn’t have to get dressed on my account.”

The man looked at her. Suddenly, there was a loud whoosh, then wings spread behind him. His shirt disappeared and his sculpted muscular chest glistened in the sun. Mia stepped back again and gasped. Laughing at herself for her reaction, she took a step towards him. He smiled at her and beckoned her closer. Mia took another and another step. The man gestured behind him, then turned his back to her. Taking his unspoken invitation, Mia stepped close enough to see and touch. Hesitantly, she looked, then gulped. The wings seemed to be coming out of his skin. Almost afraid to know, she reached out and ran her hand down between his wings, then along where they joined his back. Feeling only skin and cartilage, Mia gasped and stepped back.

The man turned and captured her arm before she could move away. She looked at him. He pulled her close to his heated body. His wings folded down and away. A shirt reappeared, covering his chest.

“Do not be afraid, miele,” the man rumbled.

Mia stilled a shudder. He sounded just like Goliath from the Gargoyles animated show. If she hadn’t touched his back and knew that his wings were real, she would have still believed that Reggie or one of her other partners was playing a trick on her. He was very real, and a gargoyle to boot. She didn’t know how she felt, but afraid wasn’t even close. Turned on and confused were just a few of the things she was experiencing.

“Please. I’ve dealt with irate clients who are more frightening than you. I’m not afraid. Intrigued more than anything else. So, you’re a gargoyle.”

“That’s the human term for it. The right term is Garlven.”

“Garlven,” she repeated.

“Yes. Good pronunciation.” The man smiled, obviously pleased.

“So, should I even ask why you’re hanging around a rooftop in Milan on the Wilde Hotel, or do you usually touch strange women?” Mia grinned.

“Just relaxing. And no, not usually.” The man laughed and released her hand, stepping back.

“You were listening to my conversation, huh? It’s not nice to eavesdrop.” Mia narrowed her eyes.

“I never said I was nice.” The man grinned wolfishly.

Mia laughed, and he joined her.

“You’re being very calm about this,” he pointed out.

“I figure I’m sleeping and having a really good dream, or I’ve lost my mind.” Mia shrugged.

The man laughed again, a rich sound. Mia grinned, flexed the hand holding her phone, and put the phone in her pocket. She crossed her arms and raised an eyebrow.

“I’m going with it being a dream, and I’m enjoying it. So, you sound American, yet you’re on a rooftop in Milan. Are you on vacation too, um... what’s your name?”

“Ah…forgive me. Yes, I am American, and this is one of many rooftops I, my family, and business associates own. I’m actually working, I’m sorry to say, and not vacationing. I’m Remy Wilde, a Garlven from the Quilez clan, at your service.” He bowed regally.

“Mia Turner, of the human race and from the Turner family. Nice to meet you, Remy, a Garlven from the Quilez clan and owner in this hotel.” Mia chuckled. “A very nice hotel. “

Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2009.
All Rights Reserved, Total E Bound.

Go to the following sites to check out these other great authors snippets:
Jody Wallace
Emma Petersen
Leah Braemel
Mari Carr
McKenna Jeffries
Taige Crenshaw
HelenKay Dimon
Sasha White
Shelli Stevens
T.J. Michaels

Satin Notes - New Chapter Posted

A new chapter has been posted on Satin Notes, the free read site. Go check out the new chapter of our current read at ~ http://www.satinnotes.com.