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Between the Covers - Sizzling Dare

Today's Between the Covers is an excerpt from my book.

Here is a excerpt from Sizzling Dare my book in Carly Phillips’ Kindle Worlds - Dare to Love series. Enjoy.

Jameson rose and came around the table. The predatory grace of his movements made her pulse quicken. She licked her lips. God that man can move.

“Dance.” It wasn’t a question but a demand.

Tiana opened her mouth to refuse but something in his gaze made her rethink it. She slid her hand along his, stifling a shiver as she rose. His firm hold on her made her wonder how it’d feel if… she cut off that thought. Don’t go there Tiana.

Jameson led her to the dance floor. She faced him just as the music changed. The sensual rhythm of Soca filled the air. Jameson partially lowered his lids and a small smile curled his lips. Instinctively Tiana moved her hips then the rest of her body lifting her hands and going with the music. Jameson stared, his gaze moving along her body. It was almost like a physical touch. Tiana thought for a moment about it being a bad idea but ignored it as she continued to move with him. He lifted his head meeting her gaze then moved. Tiana swallowed as she watched him. He moved with the same intensity he had when he played. She couldn’t help but stared at his hips as he rolled them in a motion that should be deemed illegal. A soft chuckle reached her and she lifted her head narrowing her gaze at the expression on his face. It was too knowing and way too smug. He moved to her, sliding his leg between her thighs and jerking her against him. Tiana sank against him moving with him as the music played around them.

Suddenly Jameson turned her, placing her back against his front. She stifled a moan as he moved behind her. His thick erection pressed against her ass. She shifted her legs as her panties dampened. Tiana again licked her lips wanting to feel him bare. She jerked at the thought and stepped away.

“When are you going to stop running from us?” Jameson asked close to her ear.

She shuddered not realizing he had moved with her. Tiana took another step.

“I never took you for a coward,” he spoke again close to her.

Inhaling sharply, Tiana gritted her teeth. She was no coward. Tiana lifted her hands then turned to him and rolled her hips. She saw him gulp and smiled. Moving to him she rocked her body against him before stepping away. She twirled away then back into him, Tiana’s breath caught at the impact of his hard body. Jameson walked her backwards until her back hit the wall. His hold shifted and his hot hands raced down to cup her ass in his palms. Jameson jerked her into his body and rotated his hips in a sensuous glide keeping in beat with the music. Wetness soaked her panties even more. He chuckled. Looking up she saw the knowledge in his eyes of what he was doing to her. In that moment she didn't care if he knew. She wanted to be under him in the worst possible way. It didn't matter they were in the middle of bar where anyone could see them. She wanted him with a passion that made her feel reckless.

Leaning deeper into him she felt his erection press against her. Stifling a groan she rested her head on his shoulder inhaling deeply. Hoarding his sweet tangy masculine scent of sandalwood and aroused male.

Rolling his hips in a lazy motion that tantalized her throbbing core through her skirt Jameson whispered in her ear. “Do you want me Tiana?”

The scream of ‘yes’ bubbled in her throat but common sense stifled it. They didn’t like each other and were only here working together to help Terrance. If they got involved and it didn't work out it would create all kinds of problems. Jameson pressed closer moving his hips in a sinuous motion scattering her thoughts. A moan tore from her throat.

“Do you want me Tiana?” he repeated in the same soft tone.

Gulping to clear her head Tiana looked up at him. Unable to hold it back she blew out a breath and said raggedly. “Yes I want you Jameson…” Pausing to catch her breath she watched the predatory grin spread on his face. “But I can't have you.”

Shock filtered over his face. Pulling away from him Tiana watched him steadily regret tearing at her. “A relationship between us would be too messy.”

The look of speculation on his face made her wary. She resisted the urge to step back as he leaned into her. “I don't want a relationship with you Tiana. I want hard…” He kissed the side of her exposed neck. “Deep…” He bit her ear gently. She moaned turning her head to give him more access. “Wet…” He licked her ear as his voice rumbled, “Mind numbing sex as often as possible and every way imaginable.”

Suddenly he kissed her deeply. He stroked his tongue into her mouth. He moved his hands up and down her sides then cupped her aching breasts. She leaned into him rubbing against him. He stepped back. Dazed she looked at him.

He smiled. “When you're ready for that, come find me.”

Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2016.
All Rights Reserved.

Amazon: Buy Sizzling Dare Here

More about Between the Covers

Read all Between the Covers here

Adventures in snow

When I tell people because in my area the snowplow usually doesn’t come by at all and since it does not and I need to get out I have to brave the snow. When I tell people that I become Wonder Woman so I can get off my block do I can go do errands or to my day job they don’t believe me. When I say I have to climb over a heaping snow to get off the block to get to go anywhere they say uh huh. I also tell them if they see YouTube video of woman climbing over snow bank with butt in air that is me. So here is proof of my Wonder Woman skills.

Now you see it! I am Wonder Woman…ok I’m not a masterful athlete. But I sure get over that snow bank. And it takes some major fighting skills so the mean snow bank doesn’t defeat me. The WONDER WOMAN OF SNOW hear me roar.



I'm lulling you into a false sense. This is not my snowbank. It is still untouched and pure. I might do that one today as I leave. Be the first to mess it up. :)



My nemesis the snow bank....1 of them I must climb.



And the other....I will conquer the as I am The WONDER WOMAN OF SNOW hear me roar.

 

Cooking with Taige: New Recipes using apples...

I love cooking and have been experimenting with some recipes. It’s been fun and it relaxes me. Love it.

I've ben using apples in my new recipe. There is so much things you can make.

What is some of your favorite recipes using apples?

Sizzling Dare – Available Now and Event

Sizzling Dare my book in Carly Phillips’ Kindle Worlds - Dare to Love series is available now. Also we’re having a party to celebrate the launch of the stories.

Sizzling Dare
By: Taige Crenshaw
Series: Dare to Love Series
Kindle Worlds Publishing
Coming January 26, 2016
Genre: Contemporary/Interracial
Length: Novella
Format: E-Book
Buy Here

When circumstances forces adversaries together in a common goal they’re powerless against the sizzle…

Tiana Malik thrives on being in control and doesn’t do anything that she doesn’t want to. Yet, she finds herself having to give up some of her control to help out her brother. She needs to intervene or her brother’s career as a defensive back for the Miami Thunder will be over. Swallowing her pride she faces the one man that she vowed never to ask for anything. Jameson irks her beyond all reason, but he is her brother’s best friend—her last hope to get through to her stubborn twin. For her brother, she will do anything even face Jameson and ask for his help even if it galls her to do so. The man aggravates her and attracts her all at once. She refuses to give into her baser instincts. She is in control….maybe.

Jameson Williams can’t believe the ice queen is asking him for help. Since he planned to step in to help his best friend any way, he doesn’t mind saying yes. Usually he avoids the tightly wound woman who makes him want to shake her out of her controlled exterior. Although she is aggravating, he can’t help but grudgingly respect her for her unwavering loyalty to her brother. He’ll work with her so they can save her brother’s career before it’s too late. Although she is under his skin he won’t give in…maybe.

They have been forced to work together to help a man they both care about. But a passion neither expects awakens….going from a flicker to a sizzle that they are powerless against. Will they dare to give in?

Amazon: Buy Sizzling Dare Here

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And here is the link to the event for the party. I’ll be there at 9pm. Go on by starting at 12pm EST for some great authors and prizes.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1695890544013765/

Sizzling Dare – Available Now & Event

Sizzling Dare my book in Carly Phillips’ Kindle Worlds - Dare to Love series is available now. Also we’re having a party to celebrate the launch of the stories.

Sizzling Dare
By: Taige Crenshaw
Series: Dare to Love Series
Kindle Worlds Publishing
Coming January 26, 2016
Genre: Contemporary/Interracial
Length: Novella
Format: E-Book
Buy Here

When circumstances forces adversaries together in a common goal they’re powerless against the sizzle…

Tiana Malik thrives on being in control and doesn’t do anything that she doesn’t want to. Yet, she finds herself having to give up some of her control to help out her brother. She needs to intervene or her brother’s career as a defensive back for the Miami Thunder will be over. Swallowing her pride she faces the one man that she vowed never to ask for anything. Jameson irks her beyond all reason, but he is her brother’s best friend—her last hope to get through to her stubborn twin. For her brother, she will do anything even face Jameson and ask for his help even if it galls her to do so. The man aggravates her and attracts her all at once. She refuses to give into her baser instincts. She is in control….maybe.

Jameson Williams can’t believe the ice queen is asking him for help. Since he planned to step in to help his best friend any way, he doesn’t mind saying yes. Usually he avoids the tightly wound woman who makes him want to shake her out of her controlled exterior. Although she is aggravating, he can’t help but grudgingly respect her for her unwavering loyalty to her brother. He’ll work with her so they can save her brother’s career before it’s too late. Although she is under his skin he won’t give in…maybe.

They have been forced to work together to help a man they both care about. But a passion neither expects awakens….going from a flicker to a sizzle that they are powerless against. Will they dare to give in?

Amazon: Buy Sizzling Dare Here

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And here is the link to the event for the party. I’ll be there at 9pm. Go on by starting at 12pm EST for some great authors and prizes.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1695890544013765/

Cover Reveal – Sizzling Dare & Event

Some news! I’m excited to be part of Carly Phillips’ Kindle Worlds for her Dare to Love series. Sizzling Dare my book and a few others will be releasing on January 26th. We’re having a party to celebrate the launch of the stories.

Here is the blurb.

Sizzling Dare
By: Taige Crenshaw
Series: Dare to Love Series
Kindle Worlds Publishing
Coming January 26, 2016
Genre: Contemporary/Interracial
Length: Novella
Format: E-Book

When circumstances forces adversaries together in a common goal they’re powerless against the sizzle…

Tiana Malik thrives on being in control and doesn’t do anything that she doesn’t want to. Yet, she finds herself having to give up some of her control to help out her brother. She needs to intervene or her brother’s career as a defensive back for the Miami Thunder will be over. Swallowing her pride she faces the one man that she vowed never to ask for anything. Jameson irks her beyond all reason, but he is her brother’s best friend—her last hope to get through to her stubborn twin. For her brother, she will do anything even face Jameson and ask for his help even if it galls her to do so. The man aggravates her and attracts her all at once. She refuses to give into her baser instincts. She is in control….maybe.

Jameson Williams can’t believe the ice queen is asking him for help. Since he planned to step in to help his best friend any way, he doesn’t mind saying yes. Usually he avoids the tightly wound woman who makes him want to shake her out of her controlled exterior. Although she is aggravating, he can’t help but grudgingly respect her for her unwavering loyalty to her brother. He’ll work with her so they can save her brother’s career before it’s too late. Although she is under his skin he won’t give in…maybe.

They have forced to work together to help a man they both care about. But a passion neither expects awakens….going from a flicker to a sizzle that they are powerless against. Will they dare to give in?

~~~~
And here is the link to the event for the party. I’ll be there at 9pm. Go on by starting at 12pm EST for some great authors and prizes.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1695890544013765/

Holy Snow!

Holy Snow! I’m hunkering down inside and watching on TV. Wow we are snowed in. :) Boy I’m glad I don’t have anywhere to go. Be safe everyone.

Much Needed Hug...

Went out to grab something quickly and ran into someone I know. Was saying hello when her little boy came up to me and gave me a big hug...I didn't know how much I really needed a hug. It's been a long day. I hugged him back.

Now headed back to work and I'm energized by that hug. :)

Go and give someone a hug they might need one. To all of you from me *bigggggg hugggggs*

Allergic to day job

Feeling almost human. Got hit with a nasty bug last week. This made me realize something important. Yep very important.

I’m allergic to working my day job. And my proof is 1 week after going back to work from vacation I got sick. :) And I go back to work tomorrow. Hmmm…time to fill up on the vitamins or maybe win the lotto.

Finding me around the web....

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Creative Pursuits - Drawing

I mentioned a while ago about my need for one of my creative pursuits that I haven’t done in a while. Sucess, I finally got what I needed. Although I had a problem when I went to get it. I wanted to get everything. LOL. I was lured by all the pretty shiny. I got my sketch pad and pencils.

I’m going to get back to drawing. Another of my creative pursuits filled. Love being creative. :)

What are some of your creative pursuits?

Weekly Wrap-Up – Back into the groove and need a household genie…

This week has been interesting . Getting back into the groove of my every day after vacation. Since I was off for over 3 weeks I feel out of practice with work. LOL.

It was great being on vacation. I relaxed so much. I'll be posting about my trip sometime next week. Now I’m back and oh my it’s cold and since I was a warm climate I am feeling it this year.

Now I’m back almost a week I’m ready to dive into well…regular stuff. And there is stuff. My house after being away there is dust everywhere. So cleaning is in my part of my weekend plans. Yeah I hate dusting but I hate seeing dust more. LOL. Besides that I need to do a bunch of other household chores. I wish there was a household genie that could do it. That would be so cool. :)

If you find a household genie please please send them my way.

The Splish-Splash Page Hop

Bubble, bubble, toil and...welcome to the trouble! It's #NationalBubbleBathDay, and I'm joining my #NiceGirlsWritingNaughty sisters all weekend long to help celebrate with a steamy fun PAGE HOP! Hello there. I'm Taige Crenshaw, and I write interracial and multicultural novels set in today, in alternate dimensions, or in the future with adventure, fun sassy heroine's, and sexy hero's such as Taken by You (Zander Oaks, Book # 1). As part of the Page Hop, I'm giving away $ 10 e-book bucks from All Romance E-Books to 1 lucky winner on Sunday! All you have to do to enter my giveaway is like my facebook page, and/or join my facebook group Crenshaw Café and/or sign up for my newsletter. After you do that, be sure to comment below where you joined me.

Come on and share your fantasy of who you’d like to take a bubble bath with. :) After you're done, hop on to the next Naughty Girl waiting to say hello to you! She is: Tina Christopher.

Site Updates: Revamp of Design

Did some changes to my site design. :) It’s revamped! Love how it turned out. The site is updated with new books and other upcoming books I have planned. Check out my site http://taigecrenshaw.com

Between the Covers - Hurricane

Today's Between the Covers is a few lines from my book.

Here is a few lines from Hurricane (Singleton, Book # 1). Enjoy.

Julianne wrenched open the door, gesturing for him to leave. Keenan took her silent urging and passed her. Julianne followed. He turned suddenly, crowding her. Gasping, she stepped back instinctively before she caught herself and stood her ground. Scowling, Julianne glared at him.

“I unsettle you.” His grin was smug.

“You startled me,” she retorted.

“Deny it all you want, but you’re intrigued by what there might be between us. I’m a patient man. I can wait until you come around. You have my number. Call me when you change your mind.” Keenan shrugged, turning, then strode away.

Copyright © Taige Crenshaw, 2012.
All Rights Reserved.

Buy here

More about Between the Covers

Read all Between the Covers here

Teasers - Determination

The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand. ~ Vince Lombardi
More about what are Teasers

Read all Teasers here

2016 Plans

Happy New Year! May 2016 be a wonderful year with many great memories. Each year there is something about a new year that makes me excited. I'm looking forward to see what 2016 brings. Here’s to a safe, a little bit naughty and most importantly a fun filled year.

As usual, I'm feeling lots of anticipation for 2016. Very excited about the opportunities that are coming.

This year I am reaffirming my one main plan from which all the others flow out. The main plan:

Main Plan:

- Write.

2016 Plans:
– Get at least 2 books contracted
– Continue Self/Indie-publish some series
– Have at least 3 books released
– Keep writing

Get ready for a sizzling year. :)  With loads of fun and books to read!

What are your plans for 2016?