29 July 2010

Bitten by Books

2 posts this week so I can tell you... I'm over at Bitten by Books on Thursday the 29th all day (US time), all day Friday (NZ time). Come over & join me -- a chance to chat & and be in with a chance to win a $40 Amazon gift card. [Register early and be in with extra chances to win]

Read a review: ... Louise Delamore writes a beautiful seductive mystery and was a pleasure to read.

Note to Kate: you were the winner of an eBook from my release weekend give away.
Please email by the 1st of August, or I will have to re-draw.louisewrites @ gmail.com no spaces

And fun picture...

26 July 2010

The Old Spice Guy

If you've missed the Old Spice Guy then you've got to check this out:


Now you're up to date... the Old Spice Guy on libraries. We all know I love libraries, but if I didn't this guy's voice would be enough to convince me to check them out :)


And in case that wasn't enough... Old Spice Guy parodied by BYU library doing ... the Old Spice Guy... on libraries.

20 July 2010

I think I want this little lovely on a tee-shirt :)

And after just a still image how about a moving one - with sound no less. What is the world coming too?

Star Wars on a subway car - break up the monotony of the commute anyone...

13 July 2010

Congratulations to the winners of Human with a Twist:

eBooks: Lucy & Kate
Please email me: LouiseWrites @ gmail.com (no spaces) and I'll send you your copy.

Print: KZ
Please email me with your address & I'll mail this out to you.

Since my post on great libraries, I've found a wonderful website: bookshelf porn - you know you want to :)




11 July 2010

Happy Release Day! (lasy day of competition)

Human with a Twist, your 3rd and final chance to win a copy this weekend.
I thought since this was the last day of my giveaway, I would make it a grand finale. Today the prize is a print copy of Human with a Twist and it's open to international readers.

To be in with a chance to win all you have to do is leave a comment giving your view on Print vs. eBook. Do you buy more eBooks or print? Do you own an eReader (or more than one)? Where do you see Ebooks going? For additional chances to win mention this blog on Facebook, another blog, Twitter, etc... (one extra chance to win per mention) - good luck.

Winners will be announced on Monday or Tuesday, selected by the power of random number generation.
If you didn't win you can buy a copy at The Wild Rose Press, Amazon, All Romance, The Digibook Cafe, and many more. It's out in eBook & Print - happy reading :)

Human with a Twist by Louise Delamore
Betrayal and a broken heart have made Zaralyn determined to avoid romance at all costs. A chance rescue outside a nightclub by the mysterious Gideon Nite challenges her resolution and her heart.

Gideon is attracted to Zaralyn from the moment he sees her, but how can he prove he’s worth trusting when he has so much to hide? What starts out as simple attraction spirals out of control when it becomes clear their lives are in danger. Nothing is simple – even Gideon isn’t what he seems. He is a human with a twist – one of those who for centuries have been misunderstood and labeled ‘Vampyre’.

How can she love a man who isn't a man at all, especially when a killer is marking them for death?

10 July 2010

Happy Release Day! (day2)



Day 2 of giveaway goodness :)

Yes, Human with a Twist is released and ready to buy or, if you're lucky, to win.

To be in to win today's copy (PDF eBook) leave a comment saying what you think is the one vital ingredient of a good hero. What makes your heart beat faster? What makes a true hero for you? For additional chances to win mention this blog on Facebook, another blog, Twitter, etc... (one extra chance to win per mention) - good luck.

If you don't win you can buy a copy at The Wild Rose Press, Amazon, All Romance, The Digibook Cafe, and many more locations :) It's out in eBook & Print - happy reading :)


Today I thought an excerpt might be fun:

“Anything I can do to help?” Gideon asked.

“You could open a bottle of wine. I forgot earlier.” She pointed the spoon she was holding at the small rack in the lounge. “Grab whatever takes your fancy. I hope the large selection isn’t too overwhelming.”

Gideon chuckled when he saw three lonesome bottles lying on the rack. Reaching down, he picked one of the reds. The corkscrew hung on a small hook on the side of the rack. He opened the bottle and set it on the table.

“Wine glasses?”

“Darn, I forgot them too.” Zara opened the cupboard and stood on tiptoe.

As she reached up to grab two glasses from the top shelf, she felt his heat against the length of her back. Stepping up behind her, he slid an arm around her waist, holding her steady.

“Oh.” She dropped her hands in surprise, her stomach muscles clenching at the contact.

With her arms out of the way he leaned over her shoulder, easily reaching the glasses. Her breath caught in her throat as his arm brushed the side of her breast. Good thing her long sleeves covered her arms or her goose bumps would be as obvious as her erratic breathing. He loosened his grip slightly and her heels dropped to the ground, but he didn’t release her. Bending his head, he trailed kisses down the side of her neck to the top of her shoulder.

“Mmm, you smell even better than dinner."

09 July 2010

Happy Release Day!

This is it - this is the day, July 9th 2010, Human with a Twist is now out in the big wide world.

I promised you a competition. There are three copies of my book up for grabs, one today, one Saturday, & one on Sunday. A weekend full of book goodness :)

To be in with a chance to win today's copy (PDF eBook) all you need to do is leave a comment saying why you like paranormal romances (or if you've never read one, why you want to give them a go). For additional chances to win mention this blog on Facebook, another blog, Twitter, etc... (one extra chance to win per mention) - good luck.

If you don't win, you can buy your very own copy here: The Wild Rose Press, Amazon, All Romance, Digi Books Cafe, & many more. It's out in eBook & Print - happy reading :)

What's it about?
Betrayal and a broken heart have made Zaralyn determined to avoid romance at all costs. A chance rescue outside a nightclub by the mysterious Gideon Nite challenges her resolution and her heart.

Gideon is attracted to Zaralyn from the moment he sees her, but how can he prove he’s worth trusting when he has so much to hide? What starts out as simple attraction spirals out of control when it becomes clear their lives are in danger. Nothing is simple – even Gideon isn’t what he seems. He is a human with a twist – one of those who for centuries have been misunderstood and labeled ‘Vampyre’.

How can she be falling in love with man who isn't a man at all, especially when a killer is marking them for death?

06 July 2010

Ilona’s Compendium To Leading Men

Book release bloggy fun will commence this weekend for Human with a Twist, come back then for some give-away goodness. In the mean time...

Great blog from Ilona Andrews I've got to share.
She's created a wonderful list of different types of leading men in romantic fiction today....

The Aristocrat.

He’s urbane and smooth. He knows the right things to say, he has the right connections, and he is well respected by his peers: men see him as a strong ally and women view him as a desirable match.

He typically seeks a partner rather than an arm candy and he is secretly a passionate ball of raging lust underneath a cool exterior. He may infuriate you with his wit but he would never embarrass you in public and his manners are always flawless. There is no circumstance under which he would fail to afford a lady the courtesy she is entitled to.

To ensnare the Aristocrat, a lady must be, well, a lady, if not in birth than in spirit and manners, because nothing is more off-putting to this type than vulgarity and tackiness.

*****

The Rake

The Rake is an enigma. He can be a cowboy, a British Lord, a pirate, or an Italian gazillionaire, but he is always charming, clever, and handsome as sin. He may pretend to be brainless, but he never is. He pursues women passionately and abandons them the moment after they succumb to his charms. Strangely, despite this cruel treatment, he is usually well liked, perhaps because he’s quite entertaining and because he makes a dangerous enemy.

The Rake is usually damaged by a deep childhood trauma. He has definite trust issues and taming him requires kindness and a great deal of patience rather than sharp wit and beauty. However, once properly tamed, he makes the most faithful of husbands.

*****

The Madman

The Madman is driven. He tramples over the established rules. He’s a tempest of violent emotions: rage, pain, loneliness, suffering, he feels it all with the volume cranked up to 100%. He is often a product of a lifetime of abuse or hardship and he often feels that he’s cursed. Unlike the Rake, who masks his pain behind a harmless facade, the Madman carries his darkness like a banner. He doesn’t live, he battles life and revels in his hurt.

He doesn’t engage women, because he knows he’s bad for them, and when he does need a physical release, he would be the most likely of all types to seek release among prostitutes. The Madman is one of the hardest types to tame, because he is afraid of being happy. Should a lady aspire to tame one, she must be quick to react and be gentle, strong, or angry, as occasion demands.

*****

The Hero

The Hero never fails to put himself between the lady and danger. He has moments of wickedness, but they’re are mostly harmless. He’s relatively well adjusted, he never hesitates, and while he may have doubts, in the end he will do the right thing every time. He’ll hit the bad guy with a chair, run across the molten lava, and rescue everyone against impossible odds. He’s dependable, manly, and kind, and women instinctively know that he will make an excellent father. Children like him, dogs follow him, and men view him as a born leader.

The Hero isn’t as tortured, conflicted, or complicated, but every woman wants one. His work is never done, so the lady who manages to snag one, has to be prepared for constant adventure.

*****

The Victim

The Victim is angst personified. He’s in deep need of rescuing. The world is out to get him, and he lashes out against it. He is dangerous, because he always expects the worst and he tends to overreact to danger, perceived or otherwise. He’s suffers from attacks of melancholy and he’s prone to overkill, not because he’s enraged, but because he doesn’t want his enemies coming back to fight him again. His glass is always half empty. He feels the world has given up on him and he may whine about it. Despite all of his failings, the victim is basically good. He’s kind to the weak, he’ll stand up to the strong, and when push comes to shove, he’ll demonstrate surprising inner strength and willingness to shield others from danger.

He’s a creature of remarkable beauty and sensitivity and he will always tend to lady’s needs. Should a lady find herself in love with one, she should approach him equipped with an ample supply of Kleenex.

*****

The Mercenary

The Mercenary always looks out for himself. He’s motivated only by personal gain. Of all the leading men, he’s the quickest on his feet. If he sees an opportunity, he grabs it. He’s a risk taker and rules and laws mean nothing to him. He’s a scoundrel, who will steal a lady’s virtue and her jewels. If you injure him, he will get even. He’s smart, fearless, ruthless, and he often sees humor in misery he creates.

Getting a Mercenary of your own is a tricky business. Kindness, patience, and virtue leaves this type cold. A lady would do much better with defiance and being ready to give as good as she gets. The Mercenary can’t resist a challenge and he’s greedy – once he gets a taste, he wants the whole thing.

*****

The Genius

The Genius has talent, whether it is incredible intelligence, a gift of music, or the unusual sensitivity to fluctuations of the market. He’s a workaholic, so absorbed in his work that he is often oblivious to the world around him. While alert and competent within his chosen sphere of expertise, he’s often naive or at least exceptionally dense when it comes to the matters of the heart. He’s craves acceptance. He’s gentle to those he loves and kind, but his relationships, romantic and otherwise, will always take a second seat to his work.

A lady eager to catch attention of the Genius has to familiarize herself with the nature of his work, because the Genius values intellectual discourse even more than pleasures of intimate nature. Subtle hints and clever flirting do not work well with this type. A lady would do much better for herself if she hit him over the head with it.

Who's your favorite leading man? Does your real life preference differ from the type of men you like to read about?