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Evernight Publishing's Birthday Blog Hop!

10/1/2013

22 Comments

 
Celebrate like a ROCK STAR because Evernight Publishing is THREE!
In three short years, Evernight has grown by leaps and bounds thanks to readers like you! Evernight is pulling out all the stops and throwing an extreme BIRTHDAY BASH BLOG HOP in your honor!

That’s right! It’s Evernight’s birthday but YOU get the presents…

Prizes include:

Samsung Galaxy Tab

Kindle Paperwhite

Kobo Touch

$100 Evernight and Amazon Gift Certificates

Mega Evernight Swag Pack

Plus, each author on the hop will offer his/her own special prize!

As an author, I’m thrilled to share my stories with you and Evernight helps make my books shine! Here’s one reason why I love Evernight Publishing:

Not only did they believe in this unknown author and some words I decided to string together in an attempt to write a story, but they have been more than supportive and understanding every step of getting it out into the world. 

When I first decided to submit Arms of Serenity and actually had enough guts to hit the send button, I was stalking my e-mail every time I passed my computer ... just in case they sent a message within the five minutes from last time I checked! When I did see a reply from them, I think my heart actually jumped out of my chest and went cowering in a corner. Just because I thought the story was good, didn't mean they thought it had a chance. Lucky for me they did!  

It's incredible feeling to know that someone else believes in your work. It's even more incredible that everyone at Evernight is as welcoming as they are. Not only has the staff been supportive and understanding with my newbie questions, but the authors are an amazing group of people that are always there to help and cheer you on. 

The warm welcome I've received from everyone has been overwhelming and appreciated. I can't express how much gratitude I have for the whole Evernight family and for being welcomed into the group. So, a big thank you to everyone at Evernight Publishing and an even bigger Happy Birthday!  

My debut novel Arms of Serenity released on Sept. 23rd. It still feels like a dream sometimes. :-) 



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Blurb: 

Plagued by guilt, Nicholas Hollsten ended his military career in the Special Forces and returned home only to be forced into a life he never wanted. Nick found himself running his father’s company and making good on a promise to his team. Angry and frustrated with the direction his life was taking, he calms his thoughts by filling his evenings and bed with soft distractions. Until one woman captures his interest.

Rebecca Klayton thought she was happy in her small town, running her bakery and avoiding love. That emotion only meant heartache and being left exactly where you started—alone. Lesson learned. But, when the sexy stranger from their hot New Year’s Eve party shows up at her counter, will she be able to ignore the temptation or will she find what she’s been missing in the Arms of Serenity?



Excerpt: 

Becca got as far as the curb outside before she heard Nick’s voice calling her name. She closed her eyes and groaned.

Almost made it.

Why was he following her? Couldn’t he just leave her alone? She held up her hand to signal a taxi and hoped ignoring him would work until one stopped.

Becca heard him say her name again. Only this time he was too close to pretend that she didn’t hear him. She turned to find him holding the picture frame.

“You forgot this.”

He just wanted to give her the frame. She sighed in relief and reached to take it from him.

“Thank you.”

He looked at her and put a smug smile on before saying, “You forgot these also.” He reached into his pant pocket and pulled out a glimpse of white lace material.

Becca gasped when she realized it was her forgotten panties. She got closer to put her hand out.

“Thank you for finding them.”

Nick pushed them back in his pocket. “How about that coffee?”

Becca took a step back and crossed her arms. “Are you seriously holding my underwear hostage until I go out on a date with you? Doesn’t that border on blackmail?”

Nick laughed. “Just using whatever means I have at my disposal to get you to say yes.”

Becca would laugh too if she wasn’t so angry. He was being an arrogant pushy ass. She glared at him. From his polished shoes, tailored pants, and what looked like a cashmere sweater, he was head to toe everything that Becca wasn’t. Why was he doing this? Damn him for coming after her. Damn him for wanting more when he could go back into the ballroom and have anyone of those models sitting at the table.

“You’re not my type.” She turned away from him and once again put her hand up in the air.

She stood there not wanting to look back. He hadn’t answered her, and Becca silently hoped that he had walked away. She was a mess. Her insides trembled at the conflicting emotions of anger and longing coursing through her. It would be so easy to give in and go with him.

Becca felt a hand brush against her neck and his voice against her ear.

“I’m going to have to argue that statement. I seem to remember being exactly your type last night as you shook and screamed in pleasure when I was buried deep inside of you.” He kissed the spot behind her ear, and she gasped in response. Shivers cascaded through her, and she leaned back melting into his body.

Becca cursed herself.

Dammit, Becca get some control! He’s just a rich guy who thinks he can get anything he wants.

Becca pulled away and turned around to face him as a taxi finally came to her rescue. Opening the door, she stood behind it to use as a barrier between them and took a breath to steady her trembling legs and gain some courage.

“Nick, last night was great, and thank you for not saying anything back in there.” She nodded her head in the direction of the hotel and continued. “But I’m just not interested.” She got in the cab, closed the door, and stared ahead as she gave the driver her destination. As the taxi pulled away, she could see him in the rearview mirror. For the second time in less than twenty-four hours, she left him just standing and staring after her.

Available at:

Evernight Publishing:  http://www.evernightpublishing.com/arms-of-serenity-by-donina-lynn/

Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Arms-Serenity-Rock-Services-ebook/dp/B00FE686L0/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1379998300&sr=1-1

All Romance eBooks: https://www.allromanceebooks.com/product-armsofserenity-1304421-149.html

Bookstrand: http://www.bookstrand.com/arms-of-serenity-mf


On to the prizes!! 

Enter to win the Grand Prizes using Rafflecopter: http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/e561a316

Also, in honor of Evernight Publishing's birthday I'm giving away a $25 Amazon gift card.(e-mail delivery) Who wants it? All you have to do to enter is use the Rafflecopter widget below. Please make sure to leave an e-mail address that you check on a regular basis. I will be contacting the winner on October 15th via the address you enter. The winner will also be posted here on the blog. If there is no response within 48 hours, a new winner will be drawn. Contest runs from 10/1 at midnight EST to 10/15 at midnight EST.  Good Luck!! 
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It’s the perfect time to buy the Evernight titles on your TBR list, as well as new gems you find during the event, because Evernight’s entire backlist is on sale at evernightpublishing.com and allromanceebooks.com through October 7th!
22 Comments
JeanMP
10/2/2013 12:54:42 am

Enjoyed reading the excerpt, want to read more!
Love the cover.
skpetal at hotmail dot com

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Donina Lynn link
10/2/2013 01:32:16 am

THANKS!! So very glad you enjoyed it and hope you like the book! Stop back and let me know what you think :-)

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Angie
10/3/2013 01:05:00 am

Enjoyed the excerpt. I loved Becca's comment at the end and can't wait to see what Nick does.

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Donina Lynn link
10/3/2013 04:04:40 pm

Hey Angie! So glad you liked the except! Stop back and let me know what you think when you read happens next ;-)

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Ashley Applebee
10/4/2013 01:32:38 pm

What an awesome excerpt!! Your book is definitely going on my TBR!!! I HAVE to know what happens!!! Thanks for the great giveaway and for joining the hop!!
Happy Birthday Evernight!!!
Ashley A
[email protected]

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Donina Lynn link
10/7/2013 12:38:29 am

Hey Ashley! Thanks for the comment and hope you like the book! Stop back when you get to read it and let me know what you think!! :-)

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LaTanya Lawson (chynarey)
10/5/2013 04:00:21 pm

Happy 3rd Birthday Evernight!!
Nice excerpt...

caiidynsmommie(at)gmail(dot)com

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Donina Lynn link
10/7/2013 12:41:05 am

Hey LaTanya! Thanks so much for the comment! Hope you are having fun along the Blog Hop!! :-)

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Carolyn
10/6/2013 01:56:57 pm

Thanks for sharing with us, Donina. Great last line: "For the second time in less than twenty-four hours, she left him just standing and staring after her." :)

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Donina Lynn link
10/7/2013 12:42:55 am

Hi Carolyn! I'm so happy you liked that line!! Thanks for the comment and hope you having fun along the Blog Hop!! :-)

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Angela Fitzgerald
10/9/2013 09:02:57 pm

Wow..... I'm dying to know what happens. I'm adding another book to my enormously huge tbr list. I have to say I never added so many books before but this hop has caused it to grow. LOL. I think everything I've been writing sounds sexual. I think it's from all the excerpts.

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Donina Lynn link
10/10/2013 02:10:23 am

Hey Angela! LOL! I feel the same way! People say things to me and I instantly think about how it can be turned into something naughty! HA! Thanks so much for the comment and glad you like the excerpt! Stop back when you get a chance to read the book and let me know what you think!! :-) Donina

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JanD
10/10/2013 11:48:24 am

Congratulations on your debut novel!
bituin76 at hotmail dot com

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Donina Lynn link
10/10/2013 02:38:12 pm

Thank you so much!! Hope you are enjoying the blog hop!! :-)

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LaVida Brisco
10/11/2013 11:13:35 pm

Love the book cover and excerpt. Will definitely be checking this story out!!!

lavidabrisco(at)yahoo(com)

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Donina Lynn link
10/12/2013 12:48:29 am

Hi LaVida! Thank you so much for the comment and glad you like the cover and excerpt! When you do check out the story, stop back and let me know what you thought :-) Happy Blog Hopping!!

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Virginia Horton
10/13/2013 05:22:06 am

Great excerpt, love the cover of your book.

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Donina Lynn link
10/13/2013 05:47:47 am

Hey Virginia! Thanks so very much for the comment! Always makes me smile when I read that someone likes the cover or excerpt! Hope you are enjoying the blog hop and Good Luck if you entered for any of the prizes along the way!! :-)

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wyndwhisper
10/13/2013 12:06:18 pm

Happy 3rd Evernight! thanks to all the authors too.
loved the excerpt and i can hardly wait to read the book and see what happens next. :)
tammy ramey
[email protected]

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Donina Lynn link
10/14/2013 01:11:57 am

Hi Tammy! Thanks for the comment and glad you liked the excerpt! Good Luck along the Blog Hop and if you get a chance to read the book, stop back and let me know what you think! :-)

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Tina B
10/14/2013 07:00:41 am

Congrats on your debut, Donina!
Sexy cover! Great blurb and excerpt! I am adding it to my TBR.
;)
A happy 3rd to Evernight.
trb0917 at gmail dot com

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Donina Lynn link
10/15/2013 01:59:02 am

Hi Tina B.! Thank you so very much! When you get a chance to read it, stop back and let me know what you think!! :-)

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