Summer in my heart (Beyond Romance 9/9/24)

 

Beyond Romance - News from Author L. Shannon View in browser  Shannon's website Shannon on Amazon Shannon on Facebook Beyond Romance September 9, 2024 Hello everyone.   This morning when I went out for farm chores I had to wear my jacket. Fall is creeping up on us which fires me up for checking off my annual goals list. But even if the air is cooler, my heart was warmed up quite nicely when I checked my newsletter subscriber list. We had a big burst of new members and shot over 2000 members! Huge thank you to all my followers! You all will keep summer in my heart even when the snow starts to fly. This week I'm planning to work on a little of this and that. Projects that are still under wraps but once I have more traction, I promise to share. The first three books in the Eagle Clan series are now available in eBook, paperback and hardcover. Check them out if you're looking for some new shifters. If you like my boylove demons... this issue is focused on a hottie named Wysh. Read more and live in the moment. ~ Shannon Upcoming Events 9/21: Festival of Books in Ebensburg PA. I'm so excited to be part of this event.  Hopefully, later this year: Amethyst trilogy  M/M Paranormal Romance The Wysh What's a guy to do when his pay is late, and his bills are overdue and even his kid brother starts to doubt his ability to provide for their fragile family? Just when Lin thinks he's out of options, he gets a mysterious note offering money for a little of his time. He expects a stalker, after the woman shown in his author bio. He still goes to the midnight meeting and finds a ridiculously sexy demon offering cash for his blood. Lin's not sure how much of himself he can give up for the money. His blood? His body? His heart? FREE TODAY   An excerpt from The Wysh My profession as writer of erotic romance led my mind in one clearly dangerous direction regarding what kind of service would pay out a grand for a couple hours. Logic and society and all the morally upstanding folks of this world would say how wrong the option was, or at least how badly it could end. Still, here I was, walking toward who could guess what kind of pervert. I guess I really was that desperate after all. My feet moved steadily. But my heart picked up speed the further I went. Was it fear or excitement? If this were a book of mine to plot out, the note writer would be some recluse of a hunk, desperate to connect with another human even if he had to buy their company with his blue blood inheritance. Or since I was actually a guy, maybe it would be a glamorous beauty, driven to the brink of madness from her loneliness. Some pretty delicate girl, petite enough to make me feel big and strong. A snort slipped out. But of course not. I’m a cynic. Reality wasn’t like that. The truth was more likely going to be either a hideous ugly guy who can’t get laid or a sicko who can’t find someone willing to do what he needs to get off. And here was me walking into this situation. I focused on the fireflies and continued onward with my hands in my pockets. One hand wrapped around proof that my desperation hadn’t completely eroded my sense of self preservation. The stun gun was a good model capable of shocking the shit out of a large man. The weapon could even be used multiple times if the guy in need of voltage wasn’t alone, or if he really pissed me off. Not that I was completely helpless, but time and experience had taught me that with my frame I was better off with more options. The dark star-spangled surface of the small lake came into view. The note had ordered me to meet him between the lake and the north bend in the dirt road. Right about… Here. A shadow of black on black moved ahead of me. Despite the darkness I could make out someone sitting on one of the two overlook benches. That someone appeared to be alone, but also even sitting looked big as a mountain. “Ms. Hamilton, you came.” The gravelly voice vibrated across the air to me. “Are you alone?” Even if I hadn’t seen anyone I still had to ask. “Yes, I came alone. I’m glad you did also.” I expected him to move, stand or do something, but instead the man stayed put on his bench, staring out over the lake. Trudging a few steps closer I waited for his appearance to take a clearer shape. But no matter how much I squinted, he remained nothing but shadow, hidden inside a long trench coat and obscured by a wide hat reminiscent of Van Helsing. “Why did you come alone?” His question was tinged with sadness or perhaps disappointment. “Didn’t you consider the risks?” “I don’t really need to be given a safety lesson by the creepy bastard who lured me out here.” And with the earlier use of Ms. I figured it was time to fess up. “Besides, I’m not a Ms. Hamilton. I’m a Mr.” Read more at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHCFBGWG And check out these reviews! 5 stars ~ "Heady stuff. I loved this short read. It has great character development and a budding love story. What starts out is curiosity that develops into real feelings and desires. It's very open and delves into new sexual territory. Great read." Thanks Judy! 5 stars ~ "Great little book. Usually these little erotic books are full of profanity and grammatical errors, but this author had me actually want to go on reading. The plot moved smoothly and at the end I wanted to know what came next, if anything. Not my usual kind of book, but a good read." Thanks Voracious Reader! 5 stars ~ "Short but smoking. Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2024 This is a great story told well. By the end I was wishing for more chapters! We need a sequel!" Thanks Debra! 5 stars ~ "More please.  What? A sexy romp with a beautiful demon? Sign me up. Kindle own, supernatural, short story, demon, writer, sexy times with vampiric overtones. Yes please!" Thanks Awe 5 stars ~ "A Great Short Story. A lovely, sexy demon story, the worst thing about it is that it's finished, I want more of these two gorgeous characters! I'm not usually into demon stories but I came across this and figured a short story was a good start, I think I've found a new genre to read. This story is mysterious, sexy as heck, and very touching, a great read that was over way too soon."  Thanks Maureen! Grab your copy today!  The Wysh is free on Amazon 9/2-9/5. If you have time, please leave a rating or review. This Week's Author Shares Check out these great promotions from some amazing authors.  Give these a chance and find some new favorites. Just click and enjoy the great books! Thank you for reading. Hope you have a great week! ~ Shannon FREE TODAY The Wysh Hotter than Hell - FREE My KU Books on Amazon Author L. 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Witty subject line... pending (Beyond Romance 9/2/24)

 

Beyond Romance - News from Author L. Shannon View in browser  Shannon's website Shannon on Amazon Shannon on Facebook Beyond Romance September 2, 2024 Hello everyone. Happy Monday. And welcome to September. It's funny but I felt like August was still the middle of the year but September feels more like the year is winding down. Maybe because I would normally be harvesting the garden this time of year. This year we didn't plant a garden and the new fruit orchard isn't old enough to be productive.  So there isn't the usual rush of harvest. Instead I've been focusing on writing, dog showing and farm maintenance. The Father of the Wolf book was released in paperback this week. I'm planning to finish formatting the hard cover next and then start working on the print version of the second Eagle Clan book. Read more and have a great week. ~ Shannon Upcoming Events ASAP: Hardcover release for Father of the Wolf 9/7: Print release for EC2: Destiny 9/14: Print release for EC3: The Longest Journey 9/21: Festival of Books in Ebensburg PA. Hopefully, later this year: Amethyst trilogy  Dark Paranormal Suspense Marked by Tears As a rogue blood demon on the run for his life, Kry'n knows he's beyond redemption. But in Jane's eyes, he finds hope for a better life. What began as lurking in the shadows of her homeless shelter for easy prey ends up changing him. In Jane, he finds purpose and being near her could be his only salvation. He watches her dedicate her life to saving others, but when he discovers her life is on the line, he knows only he can save her. FREE TODAY   An excerpt from Marked by Tears ...But the saint was already making his getaway, silently gliding toward the exit. “Wait!” She ran after him, catching him at the door when one of the other homeless men accidentally blocked the escape route. “Please, don’t leave.” He partially turned to face her. God, he was huge, at least six-four and broad as a house through the shoulders. Somehow, he’d never seemed so big before. But then she’d never been this close. “Please, I just wanted to bring you some food.” She let go when his arm tensed dangerously under her grip. “You don’t have to run.” His head ducked away. “It’s what I’m good at.” The rumble of his voice vibrated through her, leaving a purring shiver in its wake. She tried to see under his shadowy cowl. “Not today. Today be good at staying.” His golden eyes met her stare. “Today.” The word and the gaze flared an unexpected warmth within her. With every breath, his spicy scent teased the heat higher. Arousal? She jerked back, nearly spilling the stew. “I…” Don’t deserve to feel this alive. “Please, come back and sit down. There is a table over by the back door. You can have that one.” She tried to smile encouragingly. “Just in case you have to run.” “For you…” Had he just--? No, his words couldn’t imply he had any interest. She might wonder about him, watch for him, but surely, he didn’t notice her. She shivered. If he did, was that even a good thing? What did she know about him, other than the fact he drew her to him, like a moth to a flame? Nothing. And better to keep it that way. “Come on. I’ll warm up your stew.” She almost reached for his hand. If he were any other shelter visitor, she’d surely have at least guided him by the arm, but something about him unnerved her. Instead, she led the way back to the table and waited for him to settle into the seat. “Let me warm this up.” He caught her hand, sending tingles up her arm on a wave of anticipation. “Thank you.” “I…” She cleared her throat in a vain attempt to control her reaction. “Will you tell me your name?” The silence drew out until she was sure he intended to ignore the question. Suspicion was common among the homeless. She wouldn’t push. His grip relaxed. “Maybe, but not today.” Read more at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHMKHCJK Grab your copy today! Marked by Tears is free on Amazon 9/2-9/5. If you have time, please leave a rating or review. This Week's Author Shares Check out these great promotions from some amazing authors.  Give these a chance and find some new favorites. Just click and enjoy the great books! Thank you for reading. Hope you have a great week! ~ Shannon FREE TODAY Marked by Tears Hotter than Hell - FREE My KU Books on Amazon Author L. Shannon for Romance Beyond Expectations 200 Walnut Dr, Shelocta, PA USA www.lshannon.net Unsubscribe at any time. Click here to unsubscribe.