Friday, May 23, 2014

RT14 Memories

RT in New Orleans was a blast. My mom went with me since she is an avid fan of romances. That was really special to share that time with her. Here are a couple more memories!Photo: #RT14 Fun with fellow Seymour Agency author, Best selling Julie Ann Walker
Fellow Seymour Agency author, Best Seller Julie Ann Walker, who might shoot me for posting a pic with her eyes closed, but she's so cool I had to share.
Photo: Seymour Agency Gala was great fun. Loved meeting fellow contemporary author Laura Simcox
Finally got to meet in person some fellow Seymour Agency gals. Laura Simcox writes steamy Southern like me!
Photo: Harlequin Presents author Carol Mortimer
Who hasn't read a Harlequin by Carol Mortimer?
Photo: Kat Martin!!!
Kat Martin! She's so nice!
Got to hang with old pals Jason & Dennis Pozzesserre (Heather Graham's hubby). It was really cool sitting beside Dennis at Heather's big party.
Photo: Just won 40 books Grand Prize at the @entangledpub  Spoons and Candy RT party!
I won the Grand Prize at Entangled Spoons & Candy Party! 40 books! Woo hoo!

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Princess Geek and the Magic RWA App


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Princess Geek here again...

Two weeks ago I talked about the RWA App called "Novel Engagement™  that's set to launch late this week. (I'll update this page when that happens!) Imagine--all your favorite romance authors on your smartphone.

I'm listing my books as I write this... amazing how so much info fits into one little app.

What can the "Novel Engagement™ app do?




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It can make your heart flutter with romantic moments no matter where you are.

Just download the FREE Novel Engagement™ app for your smartphone and you can find romance everywhere...

Whether you're in line at the bank, Starbucks, everywhere!!

(Except when you're driving!)

 
 
 
Improve your sex life...with naughty, erotic reads....

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And best of all...

The "Novel Engagement™ app can make your summer romance the best ever...
just you and your favorite romance heroes on the beach under a shady umbrella.



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Download the FREE "Novel Engagementapp and let me know what you think!
 
Best,
Jina
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Tuesday, May 20, 2014

New Release!

Fresh off the digital presses: Dragons and Dirigibles, book 7 in the Gaslight Chronicles.






Blurb:  When airship engineer Melody McKay's dirigible explodes and plunges her into the yard of a gothic manor, she suspects foul play. With her ankle injured--an indignity far too feminine for her taste--she resolves to crack the mystery while in the care of Victor Arrington, the stuffy-yet-disarming Earl of Blackwell.

Ex-Royal Navy Captain Victor runs a tight house and is on a mission to protect his niece and foil a ring of smugglers using fire-breathing metal dragons. He has no time for romantic attachments. Particularly not with women who fall from the sky wearing trousers and pilot's goggles.

As he and Melody navigate a treachery so deep it threatens the lives of everyone in Black Heath, the earl becomes unexpectedly attached to his fiery houseguest, and Melody discovers a softness in her heart for him. But when the smugglers strike, there's more at risk than just their future together.

Exclusive Excerpt:



Did he really want her? Care about her? She itched to touch him but was afraid to try. 

“I am sorry for the things I’ve said about you. You’re not what I expected in a lady, but you certainly are one of the finest I’ve met.” 

“Thank you. For a sailor posing as a country landowner, you do all right yourself.” Frankly, right now, she was tired of being a lady. Perhaps it was time to simply take what she wanted. “Anything else?” 

“Only that we ought to both go upstairs to bed—our separate beds.” He grimaced. “We may not be destined for a real marriage—I know I can’t be what you want and you would never be happy here—but that doesn’t mean I don’t admire you…don’t want…” 

“Want what?” She swallowed hard. “Victor, you might be surprised—” 

“You’re a beautiful woman, clever and brave and apparently magickal as well. I’m only a very flawed human, but you’ve gotten under my skin. Despite my best intentions, I want you, and that rosy flush on your cheeks tells me I’m not alone in desire. I’ve been trying to be a gentleman, but I can’t promise to continue if we stay here much longer. I should leave.” 

He wanted her. Heat tingled from Melody’s scalp, all the way down to the tips of her toes, concentrating low in her belly. She looked at him, gazing into his eyes, and felt his passion almost like a physical touch, gliding along her skin. Her breath quickened and her heartbeat raced. 

“Don’t go.” She held out her hands. “I’m tired of being a gentleman too.” 

His laugh was a soft deep rumble in his chest. He engulfed both of her hands in his larger ones and slowly pulled her into his lap. “Are you sure?” 

“Quit talking and kiss me.” She slipped a hand behind his neck and lifted her lips to his.

Friday, May 16, 2014

My First NY Release! HER PERFECT MATE (X-OPS Book One) is Online and in Bookstores Everywhere!

It's my first Soucebooks release and I'm so excited I can barely sit still!  It's a military/paranormal/romantic-suspense/thriller called HER PERFECT MATE and it's the first book in my X-OPS Series!



The series revolves around the Department of Covert Operations, a secret organization within the Department of Homeland Security. They get impossible missions done by pairing the very best soldiers, law enforcement officers, and spies together with shifters—humans that possess special animal attributes in their DNA.

The heroine is a feline shifter named Ivy Halliwell. At the start of the book, the DCO is pairing her up with yet another military guy. To say she isn't thrilled is putting it mildly. But she has a good reason for that. Her previous partners hated her because she was different, and she thinks this new partner will feel the same. But Captain Landon Donovan is Special Forces, so he's used to taking impossible situations in stride. He's also hot, hunky, and smells delicious.


HER PERFECT MATE is a paranormal shifter story that blends romance, action, suspense, and military elements into one exciting package that will keep you up all night reading—I promise!


Blurb:

He's a High-Octane Special Ops Pro

When Special Forces Captain Landon Donovan is chosen for an assignment with the Department of Covert Operations, he's stunned to find his new partner is a beautiful woman who looks like she couldn't hurt a fly, never mind take down a terrorist.

She's No Kitten

Ivy Halliwell isn't your average covert op. She's a feline shifter, and more dangerous than she looks. Her feline DNA means she can literally bring out the claws when things get dicey. She's worked with a string of hotheaded military guys who've underestimated her special skills in the past. But when she's partnered with special agent Donovan, a man sexy enough to make any girl purr, things begin to heat up. He doesn't think she's a freak-and he's smokin' hot. Soon they're facing a threat even greater than anyone imagines...and an animal magnetism impossible to ignore.


Excerpt:

Landon expected Todd and Kendra to take him to another conference room, so he was surprised when they led him into what looked like a workout room. Mats covered the floor and a heavy bag hung from a hook in one corner. Weights and workout equipment filled a good portion of the room. A woman was seated cross-legged in the center of it, her eyes closed, her hands loosely resting on her knees. At their entrance, she gracefully uncurled herself from the floor and got to her feet.

She was wearing a pair of black workout pants like his ex-girlfriend used to wear when she went to yoga class, and a form-fitting tank top. He couldn’t help but notice her curvy, athletic body, expressive dark eyes, and full lips. With little makeup and her long, dark hair pulled up in a ponytail, she looked like the girl next door. Only more exotic than any girl he’d ever lived next door to, that was for sure.

He didn’t care how tired and irritated he was, this was a woman he definitely wouldn’t mind stopping to appreciate. Hopefully, one of his new training officers would introduce them before she left to give them the room.

“Landon, meet Ivy Halliwell, your new partner,” Kendra said. “Ivy, Landon Donovan, Captain, Special Forces.”

They were going to have to pick his jaw up off the floor because Landon was damn sure that’s where it was after hearing that announcement. No way this walking wet dream was his partner. She looked like she couldn’t hurt a fly, much less do any kind of covert ops. They had to be messing with him.



Reviews:

"An absolutely perfect story-one I honestly couldn't put down. One of the best books I've read in years. I hope this is the beginning of a very long series, because I definitely want more of Paige Tyler's shifters." - Kate Douglas, author of the bestselling Wolf Tales and Spirit Wild series

"A wild, hot, and sexy ride from beginning to end! I loved it!" - Terry Spear, USA Today bestselling author of A SEAL in Wolf's Clothing

"Once I began, the outside world ceased to exist. It's exciting and fast paced." - Paranormal Kiss

"I love a good paranormal romance and this series has started off with a bang!" - Hopeless in Literature Reviews


Available Online and at Bookstores Everywhere May 6, but Available for Pre-Order Now!

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*hugs*
Paige


Hunky Heroes, Kickbutt Heroines, Unforgettable Romance!

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Saturday, May 10, 2014

Argh! Thank Goodness it's Almost Mother's Day!

Yesterday, I wrote a whole lovely post and hit 'publish'. Today, it's not here. This has been my whole week!

My Indie was supposed to come out on Monday. Nada. Tuesday? Nope. By Wednesday both my agent and I were pulling out our hair. Finally the book appeared on Kindle. I didn't notice it at first, but there's a big ol' typo in the title. The Cupcale Coven? Excuse me? Who wants a cup of cale? Oh. My. God!!!

Could this week get any worse? (NO! Don't answer that! I'm trying to think positive. I'm trying to remember the law of attraction. Like attracts like. Only good thoughts will attract good things.

So, I'm trying to ignore the big pile of blonde strands around my office chair and think positive. But how does a person do that when nothing is going right?

Mother's Day is tomorrow. Think about that. I always have a wonderful Mother's Day.
Mr. Amazing and his brother are cooking brunch.
I've lost a bunch of weight and can afford a few extra calories tomorrow.
I get to visit with one of my favorite people in the world--my daughter.

Sigh.

Okay. I'm feeling a little bit better. Now I'll announce my new release--
Reigniting the excitement of Sunday night...

It's here! Release day! After putting up with covers I didn't want and edits I couldn't stomach--
No...No. That's not positive. Try again.

It's here! My first Indie book is here!
Just now as I was trying to insert the cover, my computer froze. O.M.F.G!
Sometimes the only things that help me get through times like this are a fan letter, or a good review, or SOME reminder of why I'm doing this.

I'll post the first 10 reviews from Amazon that will save my sanity and my house. (My husband just asked if Godzilla was in my office.)



“…how can you go wrong with witches & cupcakes???? I am already hooked & this is just the first book. Can't wait for the next one.”
5 stars,
Shelsky, Amazon  reviewer

Just try to put it down after you start reading it! I double dog dare you. If you can put it down it won't be for long. Every book Chase has written leaves you begging for more. What are you waiting for? Stop reading my review and get started. You'll be glad you did. :)
5 Stars
Autumn, Amazon  reviewer

Ashlyn Chase has the most amazing unique ability to put a recipe together to make an EPIC Book! A book that has just the right amount of ingredients! Paranormal, Romance, Comedy & YUMMY FOOD all blended together perfectly to come up with this amazing story!
5 Stars
Brandy Blackerby, Amazon  reviewer

I absolutely loved this book. Not only does it have comedy but also a great story. I fell in love w/all the characters….This is a new series by the wonderful Ashlyn Chase. If you loved her other books like Strange Neighbors, Werewolf Upstairs, & Vampire Next Door. I guarantee you will love this one…Just go buy the book & dive into the bewitching bakery. :)
5 stars
Maranda, Amazon  reviewer

Ashlyn Chase has done it again! I feel bad that I have set up such high expectations for this author but with every book she releases she not only meets my elevated expectations she exceeds them… She transports me to a place where I suspend my disbelief and just let go… I loved the full cast of characters I met in the first book of this new series. I cannot wait to read more about them all.
5 Stars
Venus, reviewer for Musings and Writings from a Super Sexy Roman Goddess

This was the best combination of some of my favorite things in paranormal romance…Ashlyn Chase has outdone herself with this one…
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for a story that will keep you interested…
5 Stars
Wendy, reviewer for Wicked Wolves and Dreaming Dragons

Ashlyn Chase Has done it again! I’m telling you I have never picked up one of her books and been disappointed…The Cupcake Coven is not any different. I love the story and the characters perfect mix of paranormal and romance, for any reader.
5 Stars
LorettaLynn, Amazon  reviewer

Another great book from a fantastic author. The cover brings you in and the characters are great. I can't wait for the next one.
5 Stars
Mary Mitchell, Amazon  reviewer

Ok, Ashlyn Chase fans. The new series is here! If you have read her other books, then you know that it will have some suspense, some comic moments, and romance. If you haven't read any of her books, well what are you waiting for?...Plenty of good secondary characters for support, throw in some magic and a great story is had by all.
5 Stars
Debra Lynn Lipe, Amazon  reviewer

Ashlyn is my go to author for feel good funny quirky supernatural reads. She has done it again with this book…I laughed out loud.
5 Stars
Mortal Sinn, Amazon  reviewer



Ahhhh...I think I'm going to make it. I apologize for thelack of graphics, but that's what froze my computer a few minutes ago. I'm just going to hit 'publish' again and pray.

I hope you all have a stress free Mother's Day!


Wednesday, May 7, 2014

The Princess Geek and the RWA Romance App

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Some writers do...

Some writers don't...

Love technology, that is.

I fit the former. I've been a princess geek (a geek who believes in fairytales is how I call it) since I first learned to write code when I worked for a computer magazine. I interviewed everyone from game designers to hackers and learned along the way. I cut my teeth writing a computer game for a video company and socialized with other writers on bulletin boards back in the day.

Now comes the latest techno trend and it's all about romance.

The Romance App from RWA (Romance Writers of America). Here's the blurb from the website:

"Novel Engagement™ is a book discovery app that is focused exclusively on romance authors and romance novels. The app has been developed to work on iOS and Android devices (smartphones/tablets) and is on track to launch mid-May 2014."

And here's the best part. It's free! "...give romance readers a free one-stop resource for finding the books they want to read."

I can hardly wait to see how it works on my smartphone. Cooler yet, I signed up to put my books on the app. I'm in the process of adding each book, the blurb, video, excerpt. I feel like a kid with a new toy.

So if you're a Princess Geek like me, check it out! Sign up and then subscribe to the authors you love. If you like erotic romance and adventure and historical romance, I hope you'll check out my books on "Novel Engagement™. I'll have more info next time after the app launches.

Now if only this RWA app could find us a prince...

Best,
Jina

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