Two more days!
Dec 08, 2023 1:12 am
Hi everyone! I cannot believe I'll end up with three releases this month. The first Cold Blood Warm Heart is out on the 8th! Then on the 15th is Just The Right Chord, and I haven't put this up yet but the week after Christmas I'll be releasing Remember Always, which is Andy and Links wedding. If you're not familar with them, they're from Remember When, and I have had so many readers ask about them I thought why not! I'll be back on friday with a new release and lots of other news to share. Thanks everyone.
Here's an excerpt from Cold Blood Warm Heart just for you!
Ben
My mate. It was still hard for me to believe I’d finally found him, but somehow against all odds, we’d found each other.
“Are we really going to meet your friends?” he’d asked for the millionth time.
“Yes, I know they’re anxious to meet you too. I’m sorry we’ve waited so long. I just needed to know you were ready.” Taking a new vampire into a populated area was never a good idea. And since Lucas had himself taken a mate, I knew he understood my reluctance. His mate Brennan had not had the constant cravings for blood my mate suffered from, but he was sympathetic.
“I’ll be careful I promise,” Leon said as we drove out of the snow and ice we’d lived in the past few months.
“I know you feel in control now, but you haven’t been around a human since you’ve been changed. Not a live one anyway.” Leon had been changed when his friend was murdered, and he was left for dead by a rogue vampire who was out of control and had to be stopped.
“I’ll do my best. You can’t keep me from being around humans forever. Not if you want to continue your work for the Consortium.”
He was right, and he knew it. The council I worked for oversaw all vampire activities and disciplined and destroyed when necessary. But lately things had come to light that told of a leadership that had gone bad and was intent on destroying any vampire who would not conform to their ideals. “I won’t be working for them after we destroy the organization. They were put in place to protect vampires, but we know that’s not what they’ve been doing.” Leon nodded in agreement from the passenger seat and reached across the console for my hand.
“Would they really try to kill us?” he asked.
“They destroy anyone they deem a threat, and a newly turned vampire is unpredictable. I’m only one of the many defenders they have. We’re lucky they haven’t sent in a kill team yet.” He shivered at my words and clenched my hand tighter. “Don’t worry about that now. We’re fine as long as we don’t draw attention to us.”
“And draining someone would draw attention,” Leon said without looking at me.
“Any death of a human that looks like a vampire killing will draw attention.” We drove a few more miles in silence with only a tune on the radio playing in the background. But I didn’t mind the silence. I knew Leon had a lot on his mind, and he was still getting used to being a vampire. His brain didn’t work the way it had when he was human, and always at the forefront of all thoughts was blood. Whether he admitted it or not, given the chance, he’d rip the throat out of any warm-blooded human he came into contact with.
The drive was long to Eureka, and I tried to avoid the larger cities, but eventually we’d need to stop for gas, and hopefully that wouldn’t prove to be a mistake. We made it through Seattle and just about an hour past it was when the fuel light went on. “We need to get gas,” I said and looked around for anyplace we could stop. We were still in a suburban area where there were lots of businesses and houses. I didn’t want to stop here, but we needed to.
The sign for the next exit promised fuel and food so I took the exit and pulled into the first gas station. It was late in the afternoon on an overcast day, so being in the sun wasn’t an issue. I stopped behind another car that was filling up and turned to face Leon. “Are you okay?” I asked.
His breaths came in quick pants, and it was obvious to me he’d smelled warm blood on the human who pumped their gas without a care in the world beyond filling their car and going on their way. He gripped his jeans so tight I worried he’d shred them without conscious effort.
“I’m okay,” he gritted out as his lip curled enough to reveal his fangs.
Preorder For December 8 Release!
https://mybook.to/ColdBloodWarmHeart
Cold Blood Warm Heart
Leon is adjusting to his new existence as a vampire, but so far Ben has kept him safely isolated in the wilderness of Alaska where he was created.
It’s past time for Leon to prove he can control his urges and Ben thinks he has the perfect solution. He wants Leon to spend time with his friends Brennan and Lucas, and hopes his new mate is ready to be out in the world of humans.
Ben and Leon are newly mated vampires trying to find their place in the world. Somehow spending Christmas with two more vampires is the least shocking thing in this new world Leon is trying to navigate.
#ParanormalRomance, #MMParanormal, #FatedMates, #Vampires
Just the Right Chord
BL Maxwell
https://mybook.to/JTRCChristmas
Preorder for December 15 release!
Kai and Rory met a few months ago when Kai made a food delivery to Rory’s band, Blinding Light. They’ve been together ever since, and neither of them has looked back and craved the single life. Now with the holidays fast approaching, both of them worry about giving the perfect gift to each other.
Kai Marshall hasn’t had a boyfriend during the holidays before, making this year even more special—and stressful. He wants Rory to know how much he means to him and how special their first Christmas is.
Rory Smith is new to having a boyfriend, and has never been very good at gifts, preferring to give gift cards instead. But Kai is important, and he’s not going to settle for just any gift this year.
Kai and Rory are completely in love. Now they just need to make sure their other half knows exactly how much they care. Just the Right Chord is a Rockstar romance with a bit of holiday cheer. #MM Romance, #Gay Romance, #Rockstar Romance, #Holiday Romance
Here's the cover for Remember Always I don't think I've shared it here yet. Blurb is yet to come.
More Christmas Books to get you in the mood for the season! I have a lot I was shocked.
BL Maxwell
https://mybook.to/ALOSFChristmas
Jack Mathews wanted to get away from the city and enjoy some time on the slopes. He’d rented a nice cabin in the mountains and was more than ready to spend some time alone before the holidays.
Being from a large family, Ronnie Diaz decided this was a good year for him to spend a white Christmas with his dog, Chewie. He’s looking forward to some peace and quiet, but no amount of planning would have helped when the weather took a turn for the worse.
Two strangers with very different lifestyles stuck together in a snow-covered cabin with no heat or power. It might take more than a cute dog to help them survive it. #mmromance #stranded #oppostitesattract #holidayromance #grumpy/sunshine
Amazon: https://mybook.to/TryToRemember
Wide Stores: https://books2read.com/u/badZRv
Choosing to move to Occident to be with Erik wasn’t a hard choice for Sam. He’d loved him nearly as soon as he saw him but spending time with Erik’s friends is something Sam is still adjusting to.
It’s Christmas, and time for Andy and Link’s yearly party. Erik and Sam are going for the first time since Sam moved to town with him. He imagines a nice evening spent with new friends, but it soon turns out a little different.
Erik and all his friends look forward to the annual Christmas party at Andy and Link’s house. Well, mostly they look forward to what they call The Stealing Game. It’ll be a night of fun and games, and maybe a few pranks, but it’ll also be filled with love and good friends. #holiday romance, #christmas short, #holiday fun
Try to Remember is based on characters in the Small Town City series. You can read Remember When and Try to Forget here:
https://mybook.to/RememberWhenST
https://mybook.to/OLCSmalltown
BL Maxwell
https://mybook.to/PeppermintMK
Randy Miller wants nothing more than to make a living selling the fantastic cookies he dreams up when he’s not working as a web designer. He’s always loved baking, but he’s afraid of taking the leap from hobby to business. Mostly he’s afraid of failing, and of Eli coming up with a better recipe.
Eli Canton has a crush. A big crush on someone who avoids him whenever he can. Eli loves everything about Randy, even if he’s grouchy and seems to work way too much. Eli knows he’s not all bad and hopes to have a chance with him someday.
A broken oven throws the two of them together, and even though Randy doesn’t want to admit it, he likes the time he spends with Eli. And Eli definitely can’t wait to spend more time with Randy. Now if only they can make it past the annual cookie exchange and possibly Valentine’s Day to their own sweet happy ending. #smalltown Romance, #opposites attract, #MM Romance
A Valley Ghosts Christmas
https://mybook.to/HauntingDestinyA
Series Link: mybook.to/ValleyGhostsSeries
It’s Christmas, and an invitation to a party is too tempting for Wade and Jason to pass up. When The Running Scared Paranormal Research crew realize it’s not just a party but a gathering of all the paranormal investigators in the area, they’re suspicious but excited to meet others in their same business. A mystery, a ghost, and a love story play out for them through the evening onboard the riverboat docked in Old Sacramento where the party is held.
After the party, Wade and Jason decide to take a big step in their relationship. One they’ve both wanted for years, but never seemed to find the perfect time for. In a spur of the moment decision, they decide to go for it, and even a snowstorm won’t stop them from getting married. With the help of all-wheel drive, Santa, and a ghost, they’ll get their happy ending. (Can be read as a standalone) #FriendsToLovers #Ghosts #Ghosthunters #PNR #MMRomance #Secret Wedding #HolidayRomance
BL Maxwell
https://mybook.to/RememberWhenA
Try To Forget
One Last Chance
https://mybook.to/OLCSmalltown
A night to remember, a confession, and a lifetime of love in this small town, friends to lovers Christmas romance.
Andrew Lawson’s life in Sacramento has turned from being everything he dreamed of growing up, to a lonely place where finding someone special to share his life with is impossible. When the first person he meets on returning home for Thanksgiving is his childhood friend Link, it’s a reminder of happier times when his whole future lay in front of him. Agreeing to a drink before heading to his parent’s place is a way to reconnect, and a great way to start the holiday.
Link Stanton never considered leaving the small farming town he grew up in, but he misses Andy more than he’ll ever admit. Secretly lusting after a friend is bad enough but being in love with him is so much worse. One drink with friends seems harmless enough, after all, catching up on old times can’t be a bad thing, until beers turn to shots, and Link reveals how he really feels.
Everything could change, and if Andrew doesn’t remember Link’s heartfelt confession, they could carry on as friends. But, if he does remember, this could be either the worst, or the best, Christmas of all. #smalltownromance #Holidayromance #mmromance #Christmas #friendstolovers
https://mybook.to/ChainsRequired
BL Maxwell
Rio and Caden have been together for a few years now. It’s a rare weekend they get to spend alone. When Rio suggests they get away to Tahoe for the weekend a few weeks before Christmas, Caden is too excited to even think of saying no. They start their trip and even though they think they’ve planned for every emergency, they can’t control what Mother Nature has in store for them.
When the car in front of them spins out in the newly fallen snow, they stop to help and soon find out that Caden’s not as alone in this world as he had originally thought. A few more planned surprises make for a special weekend for these hard-working guys who really deserve a weekend getaway. #vacationromance #mmromance #loveislove #truelove
BL Maxwell
Tommy Carter was just minding his own business, taking out the trash from his job at a local bar and grill, when he noticed the man hiding behind the dumpster. He couldn’t get a good look at the guy, and the less he can find out about him, the more curious he becomes. He’d lived through difficult circumstances in his past, and decides if he can help, he will. Tommy doesn’t have a lot, but he has a heart of gold that won’t let him walk away from someone he knows needs a hand up.
Zane Martin was left wandering the streets of Sacramento in a haze after tragedy struck. He’s afraid to trust anyone and suffering from a lack of food and adequate clothing to keep him alive and well against the weather about to hit the area. He’s not sure he can trust Tommy, but he wants to. There has to be one good person out there, and maybe he’s just found him. A story of helping when you can, and accepting help when it’s offered.
#newadult #mmromance #hurtcomfort This book is in the same universe as Better Together and Chains Required, but is a standalone with new characters.
