♥ Desert Rose Word Candy ♫: December 2017

Thursday, December 21, 2017

“The Truth of Letting Go” by Amy Sparling!
Blitz with Excerpt & Giveaway!

Hiya peeps! I've got a brand new contemporary romance to share with you today, and it looks great! Check out the excerpt, and be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the post! =D

"Tainted Legacy" by Tabitha Peattie!

Hiya peeps! Check out this spotlight for a fairly new young adult fantasy romance novel! It's the first book in the Ash Academy Series, and has received wonderful feedback so far!

Check it out!

"Heartbreaker" Blitz & Giveaway!

Hiya peeps! I've got a new release for you guys, fresh from Clean Teen Publishing! My post features a giveaway, so be sure to check it out, and leave a comment before you leave!

Day 12 of 12 Days of Clean Romance feat. Cami Checketts!

How to Kiss a Billionaire by Cami Checketts

Sassy meets swoon-worthy in this fast-paced contemporary romance. Miriam Salisbury escapes to Oregon to avoid a boyfriend who won't take no for an answer, killing her beloved cat to prove it. When her father sends Clay Browning to protect her, she's certain he's lost his mind. As far as she's concerned Clay's experience is limited to posing for the camera, charming women, and making fun of her. He's been teasing her since they were children and she's never gotten over the way he threw crawdads at her at church picnics. Clay retired from the military and entered the world of private security. When he gets the call to protect Miriam he's excited to be around his lifelong crush. As expected, he teases her nonstop and the only thing he takes seriously is her security. He knows she'd never give him a chance and he can't help but give her a hard time. After Miriam is dumped in the freezing ocean on a crabbing expedition and Clay saves her from drowning and freezing to death, she takes a second look at her hired gun. But opening up to him is more terrifying than facing her stalker. As events escalate to a frenzied climax, Miriam and Clay must put aside past grudges in the hope of finding a lasting love for their future.

Day 11 of 12 Days of Clean Romance feat. Lucy McConnell!

Marrying Miss Kringle: Lux by Lucy McConnell

Christmas Magic is changing and the Kringle Family scrambles to keep up in this fun and entertaining, sweet Christmas romance from Author Lucy McConnell. A normal electrical substation takes two years to build; but, Lux has 365 days to install one at the North Pole or Christmas Magic will overload the factory and send them back to the Dark Ages. The one man on the planet with the know-how, the education, and the time to help Lux finish the substation before her Noel deadline, is also the one man who sends sparks through her heart and surges through the power system. If Lux kisses Matthew Quik—again!—she could blow up Santa’s workshop before she has a chance to save it. If she doesn't kiss him, she may lose him forever.

Hiya peeps! I've got a book blitz today that I'm so excited for! If you've been following my blog for any amount of time, you undoubtedly know I love Beauty and the Beast, and pretty much any retelling of it. I also love steampunk stories, so this is probably a book tailor written for me.

I'm stoked to share it with you guys, so check it out, and be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the post for a chance to win some awesome Beauty and the Beast themed prizes!

Day 10 of 12 Days of Clean Romance feat. Annette Larse!

Just Ella by Annette K. Larsen

Ariella was only looking for a distraction, something to break up the monotony of palace life. What she found was a young man willing to overlook her title and show her a new and vibrant way of life. But when her growing feelings for Gavin spiral out of control and clash with the expectations of her station, she will discover that the consequences of her curiosity are far more severe than she'd imagined. "I watched in helpless horror as two guards hauled Gavin to his feet and dragged him from the room. My voice was frozen, unable to protest as another guard took hold of my arm, leading me upstairs. From the confines of my room, I stared into the darkness beyond my window, hoping to catch one more glimpse of Gavin. He was gone, and I wondered if he would have been better off if he had never met me."

Hiya peeps! I've got a fun book for you today, fitting for any fan of paranormal humor. I've included two trailers for you to watch, and see if it catches your attention.

Check it out!

"Rebirth" Dystopian Review & Epic Sale Event!

Hiya peeps! I'm super excited to share a fantastic series event with you today. The author is having a massive sale for the 5th Book in the Series - the first three books in the series free for the week (Rebirth, Renegades and Retaliation) to celebrate the release of book 5, Retribution! That is epic! You can read the first three books free, and believe me, you'll want to. If you're a fan of the Hunger Games, Stranger Things, or any dystopian fantasy, you'll want to add this series to your collection.

~ About the Series ~

The United States have fallen. A new power has risen in North America, but now a terrifying virus is spreading across the countryside. Once infected, people change, mutating into superhuman creatures known as the Chead. Wherever they walk, death follows. Desperate to defend its citizens, the government launches the Praegressus Project – an experimental program to enhance the human race.

Elizabeth Flores was just a normal girl – until the Chead slaughtered her parents and made her a fugitive. With winter approaching she seeks refuge in the city of Sacramento, but the hunters are waiting. Abducted off the streets, she’s spirited away to a facility deep in the Californian mountains. There, Liz wakes in an iron cage – and she’s not alone.

In the opposite cage, Christopher Sanders stands wrongfully accused of treason. Along with Liz, he has just become a volunteer in the Praegressus Project. Stripped of their rights, they will soon learn there is little separating humanity from the monsters they seek to destroy. The two must work together if they want to survive, but even then, their chances are slim. Of course, only the lucky get to die.

Blending the insane experiments of Stranger Things and the haunting dystopia of the Hunger Games, fans will love this thrilling new series. Discover a future where the powerful rule without mercy, and nothing is ever as it seems. With hints of YA Dystopia, Genetic Scifi, Urban Fantasy and just a touch of Romance, the Praegressus Project truly has something for everyone. Enter a new world with New York Times Bestselling Author Aaron Hodges.

Check out my review of book 1 in the series, Rebirth before you pick up your copies HERE! =D

The Falling Series

Contemporary Romance Novellas from USA Today bestselling author Heather B. Moore.

Falling for Sydney

Sydney has been the perfect friend, the perfect daughter, and Rian checks off on her perfect fiancé list. But when Sydney notices a strange truck parked in her fiancé’s parking spot, she’s in for the surprise of her life. Not only is Rian not who she thought he was, but his brother Jake is about to turn her life upside down.

C.R. Richard's 2017 Holiday Tour!

Author C.R. Richards is in the holiday spirit, and giving away some incredible gifts this month! Check out my post for her "Stocking Full of Prizes" tour for your chance to win some incredible items:

Clue Firefly

A Stash Tea Gift Set

Ghirardelli Chocolate

Amazon Gift Card

A Snuggly Stuffed Lion

Signed Copies of Both Books in the Heart of the Warrior Series

Check out the exclusive author interview before you enter the two giveaways available at the bottom of the post!

Pimpernel: Royal Ball by Sheralyn Pratt

Sequel to the award-winning novel, Pimpernel One man, one night, one dance, and one question…none of which Claire Ramsey sees coming. She thinks the night is a test—a call to rise above her insecurities and step more fully into her skills. It’s been a year since she learned about the Pimpernel and fell in love with the man of so many masks. Jack’s world is full of high stakes and big players, and Claire wants in. To her frustration, Jack is dragging his feet on letting her all the way into both his heart and his work. The risk is too high, he says. But Claire is ready to prove him wrong. She’s ready to go all-in. What Claire doesn’t know is that Jack is no lone wolf, and the world he is shielding her from is much bigger than she has ever imagined. But one man, one night, one dance, and one question will change all of that in a way Claire never saw coming.

Day 7 of 12 Days of Clean Romance, feat. Taylor Dean!

The Sound of Silence Series is a three book series.

Book One: Stone Silence, Spencer’s Story Release date: Nov. 1, 2017

Book Two: Jailbird, Mia’s Story Release date: Dec. 1, 2017

Book Three: Hothouse Flower, Shay’s Story Release date: Jan. 1, 2018

Each book has a happy ending and there are no cliffhangers. They are not standalones and should be read in order.

Hiya peeps! I've got a complete collection for you today, and it sounds magical! It's a young adult fantasy set of novellas, each exploring one young woman's story, and their unique connection to a mysterious lamp.

Check out the exclusive excerpt I've included, as well as the giveaway at the end of the post! =D

Day 6 of 12 Days of Clean Romance, feat. Jennifer Griffith!

My Fair Aussie by Jennifer Griffith

There's more to this Aussie cowboy than meets the eye. Former grad student Eliza works as a nanny for a self-absorbed trophy wife looking to trade up for a new husband and ditch her child. Eliza will do anything to protect the little girl and open her boss’s eyes. Even if it requires an elaborate hoax. Then fate hits Eliza with Henry, a bewildered, dirty guy at the bus station. He’s got amazing teeth, cowboy swagger, and an accent to swoon for. Everything is falling into place for a rags-to-riches-style bait and switch. But will it deliver a slice of humble pie to Eliza’s boss—or get Eliza fired? Worse, refining him might mean losing her heart.

Hiya peeps! I've got a blitz today, for a romantic suspense novel, just released a few days ago! I'm featuring an excerpt, as well as a giveaway for a copy of the book, and $50!

Check it out, and be sure to leave a comment before you go!

Day 5 of 12 Days of Clean Romance, feat. Janette Rallison!

How I Met Your Brother by Janette Rallison

The best day of his life, the worst day of hers. Back in college, Marco Dawson never thought of Belle as anything more than a friend. If she had crossed his mind on his wedding day, it was probably only to wonder why she hadn’t shown up to be a bridesmaid. After all, his new wife was her old roommate. Seven years have passed since then, and Belle just found out that Marco is divorced and vacationing with his family in an elegant Cancun resort. She’s not about to let the right man get away twice. She heads to the resort where she plans to casually bump into Marco and ignite some romantic flames. But Belle hadn’t planned on one thing: Flynn Dawson, Marco’s handsome, charming, and determined twin brother. He thinks Marco and his ex-wife can make amends and he’s not about to let Belle stand in the way. Part Sabrina, part While You Were Sleeping, romantic comedy readers will eat this book up!

Day 4 of 12 Days of Clean Romance, feat. Josi S. Kilpack!

All That Makes Life Bright: The Life and Love of Harriet Beecher Stowe by Josi S. Kilpack

When Harriet Beecher marries Calvin Stowe on January 6, 1836, she is sure her future will be filled romance, eventually a family, and continued opportunities to develop as a writer. Her husband Calvin is completely supportive and said she must be a literary woman. Harriet’s sister, Catharine, worries she will lose her identity in marriage, but she is determined to preserve her independent spirit. Deeply religious, she strongly believes God has called her to fulfill the roles of wife and writer and will help her accomplish everything she was born to do. Two months after her wedding Harriet discovers she is pregnant just as Calvin prepares to leave for a European business trip. Alone, Harriet is overwhelmed—being a wife has been harder than she thought and being an expectant mother feels like living another woman’s life. Knowing that part of Calvin still cherishes the memory of his first wife, Harriet begins to question her place in her husband’s heart and yearns for his return; his letters are no substitute for having him home. When Calvin returns, however, nothing seems to have turned out as planned. Struggling to balance the demands of motherhood with her passion for writing and her desire to be a part of the social change in Ohio, Harriet works to build a life with her beloved Calvin despite differing temperaments and expectations. Can their love endure, especially after “I do”? Can she recapture the first blush of new love and find the true beauty in her marriage?

Hiya peeps! I've got a fun blitz to share with you today, for a young adult romantic suspense novel. My post features a Meet the Cast exclusive, as well as a giveaway for a mystery box from Clean Teen Publishing!

Check it out, and be sure to leave a comment before you go! =D

Day 3 of 12 Days of Clean Romance, feat. Rachael Anderson!

Tanglewood Series by Rachael Anderson

Three charming tales of tangled deception and love.

Oh, what a tangled web we weave When first we practise to deceive! —Sir Walter Scott, Marmion

The Fourth Element Trilogy Boxed Set Blitz with Giveaway!

Hiya peeps! I've got a blitz today, for a whole boxed set! This trilogy is one I've wanted for a while, and couldn't pass up the chance to share it with you guys!

I'm also featuring a giveaway, for

Check it out, and be sure to leave a comment before you go! =D

Hiya peeps! Check out day 2 of the 12 Days of Clean Romance Event!

Today features Taylor Heart, and her novel The Christmas Groom. Check it out, and be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the post!

Day 1 of the 12 Days of Clean Romance $100 Giveaway Promo, Feat. Jennifer Peel!

Hiya peeps! Today kicks of a fun 12 Days of Clean Romance event I'm participating in. Each day will feature a new author and their clean romance for you to enjoy this holiday season!

Check out Jennifer Peel and her double feature, and the first one is FREE! Also, check out the excerpt, and be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the post!

$100 Gift Card Giveaway Tour Kick-Off!

Hiya peeps! I'm excited for today's post, because I love the holidays! I signed up to particpate in a holiday blog tour, that is featuring 12 authors for 12 days, each with clean romance novels, each fitting for the holiday season!

To kick off the event, there's a $100 Giveaway, and if you win, you can choose between an Amazon Gift card, or PayPal cash! Who couldn't use an extra hundred bucks for buying presents this year?

Hurry and enter, and be sure to check back every day for the next couple weeks, because each post will feature more giveaways, exclusive content, and book fun!

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Thanks for visiting! Be sure to check back tomorrow for the first featured author, Jennifer Peel!

Have a great day!

Saturday, December 2, 2017

"I Burned Down His House" by Jessica Frances!
Blitz with Excerpt & Giveaway!

Hiya peeps! I'm excited to share this awesome new book with you today! It's the third in a quirky series by an author that has been one of my favorites for several years. Her series rock - check out the excerpt and see for yourself! Be sure to enter the giveaway at the end of the post for your chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card, or 1 of 10 copies of the first book in the series!