Spring Break Bookapalooza ~ RETURN OF THE RAVEN
06 Tuesday Apr 2021
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Medieval Monday ~ THE LADY OF THE FOREST
05 Monday Apr 2021
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#MedMonSpring21, Barbara Bettis, excerpt, first kiss, Judith Sterling, Knights of Destiny, Medieval Monday, Medieval Romance Lovers, medieval romance series, The Lady of the Forest
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! Our “First Kiss” theme continues, and this week, I’m excited to have Barbara Bettis here! We’re featuring a book from her Knights of Destiny series: The Lady of the Forest. I loved this story, and if you like medieval romance, you will too.
For anyone following my excerpt from Return of the Raven, you’ll find Snippet #9 on Barbara’s blog. Remember, there are links to all the participating authors’ snippets at Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook. (#MedMonSpring21)
Now, let’s enjoy Barbara’s ninth snippet:
Kate froze at Henry’s words and felt the hard shape of his desire wane. Then she realized: She must have landed on his old wounds. She didn’t know whether to feel guilt for lingering on his warm, solid muscles, or offense at his outrageous behavior. Just as he grasped her arms to relieve the pressure of her elbows, she felt him tremble.
I’ve truly hurt him. Her residual desire evaporated, and heat shot through her cheeks, twin brands of shame. She’s acted the wanton, responding to his brief kiss with a hunger that shocked her, and now she’d caused him pain.
Humiliation seared a path in her nose. Catching her lower lip between her teeth, she made to move—and realized just what that rumble meant. He was laughing, the beast.
A little more about The Lady of the Forest:
When her elderly husband dies, Lady Katherine fakes her own death and disappears into the forest with others escaping the brutish new lord. Determined to protect her people, she knocks the wrong man senseless. But Lord Henry isn’t an enemy, he’s the brother of her childhood friend. Although his tender confidence tempts her, she’s bound by duty.
Henry of Chauvere has found the one lady he wants for his own, never mind she’s tied him hand and foot. When he learns the king has ordered her to wed Stonehill’s ruthless new master, he insists Kate seek haven with his sister. But she won’t desert her friends. Henry vows to solve her problem, provided he catches a traitor before the threat from Kate’s past catches her.
When a daring rescue compels Henry and Kate to join forces, their attraction grows into love. If only duty didn’t drive them apart.
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That’s all for this Medieval Monday. See you next week! 🙂
Spring into Freebies Giveaway ~ N. N. Light’s Book Heaven
02 Friday Apr 2021
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Amazon gift card, Flight of the Raven, Judith Sterling, literary giveaway, N. N. Light's Book Heaven, spring fever, Spring into Freebies Giveaway, The Novels of Ravenwood
N. N. Light has spring fever! It could be all the flowers in bloom or the birds singing in the trees, but whatever the cause, you can enter to win amazing prizes, including a few new releases, autographed print books by bestselling and award-winning authors, audiobook codes plus e-books galore and a couple of Amazon gift cards. I’m one of the authors participating, so you could win an e-copy of Flight of the Raven, the first book in my medieval/time travel romance series, The Novels of Ravenwood.
Go here to see all of the prizes available. Then enter the giveaway here. If there’s a particular prize you’d like to win, be sure to say which one.
Wishing you the best of luck and a beautiful day! 🙂
Spring Break Bookapalooza ~ N. N. Light’s Book Heaven
01 Thursday Apr 2021
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Amazon gift card, giveaway, Judith Sterling, N. N. Light's Book Heaven, Return of the Raven, Spring Break Bookapalooza
Calling all readers! Spring has sprung and you’re all invited to N. N. Light’s Book Heaven Spring Break Bookapalooza. 28 books featured plus a chance to win one of the following:
~ $50 Amazon (US) Gift Card (2)
~ $25 Amazon (US) Gift Card
~ $15 Amazon (US) Gift Card
~ $10 Amazon (US) Gift Card
I’m thrilled to be a part of this event. My recent release, Return of the Raven, will be featured on April 6th. I even talk about where I’d go on spring break if money were no option and there wasn’t a pandemic sweeping the world. You won’t want to miss it.
Bookmark this get-together and tell your friends:
https://www.nnlightsbookheaven.com/spring-break-bookapalooza
Enter the giveaway here!
Open internationally.
Runs April 1 – 30.
Drawing will be held on May 3.
Good luck! 🙂
Win a signed copy of RETURN OF THE RAVEN!
30 Tuesday Mar 2021
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Books & Benches, Judith Sterling, literary giveaway, Return of the Raven, signed paperback, The Novels of Ravenwood
Good morning! Books & Benches is featuring my latest release, Return of the Raven. There’s a chance to win a signed copy, so check it out here! You can enter through midnight on April 9, 2021. Good luck!
That’s all for now. Have a beautiful day! 🙂
Medieval Monday ~ MAGNAR
29 Monday Mar 2021
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#MedMonSpring21, award winning author, first kiss, Judith Sterling, Magnar, Mary Morgan, Medieval Monday, Medieval Romance Lovers, medieval romance series, Scotland, The Wolves of Clan Sutherland
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! Our “First Kiss” theme continues, and this week, I’m thrilled to have my dear friend, Mary Morgan, here! We’re featuring her latest release, Magnar, the first book in her new series, The Wolves of Clan Sutherland. This book is waiting patiently on my nightstand, and I can’t wait to read it!
If you’re following my excerpt from Return of the Raven, you can find Snippet #8 on Mary’s blog. Remember, you’ll find links to all the participating authors’ snippets at Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook. (#MedMonSpring21)
Now, let’s enjoy Mary’s eighth snippet:
When she returned her gaze to him again, resolve and a bit of stubbornness filled them. “Why, Magnar?”
 “The king will permit me to continue with my duties with the elite guard, including an important task which requires my attention after our marriage.”
Chewing on her bottom lip, she nodded slowly. “Then you will be absent most months from Steinn?”
“Most assuredly, and when I am there, Erik will be my focus.”
Last week’s snippet on Sherry Ewing’s blog: https://sherryewing.com/blog/
Follow along next week on Jenna Jaxon’s blog: https://jennajaxon.wordpress.com/
A little more about Magnar:
Known as the Barbarian, Magnar MacAlpin is a fierce ruler for those under his command. As leader of the Wolves of Clan Sutherland, his loyalty and obedience lies with Scotland. However, the king’s last demand is not something Magnar will tolerate.
After Elspeth Gunn’s brother the Chieftain of Castle Steinn is murdered, she flees with her nephew, and finds safety amongst a band of men who are rumored to be part wolf. When the king forces her to wed a heathen Northman, she fears losing her heart and soul not only to the man, but the beast as well.
In order to restore peace to a shattered clan, Magnar and Elspeth travel a treacherous path that challenges their beliefs. When evil seeks to destroy ancient traditions, will Magnar be compelled to restrain his wolf or allow him free to protect those he loves?
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That’s all for this week. See you next Monday! 🙂
SOUL OF THE WOLF on Booksprout
26 Friday Mar 2021
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Booksprout, fantasy romance, free eBook, historical romance, Judith Sterling, medieval romance, paranormal romance, read and review, Soul of the Wolf, The Novels of Ravenwood
Just a quick note to let you know that Soul of the Wolf is available to read and review on Booksprout for a limited time. Check it out here!
Wishing you a beautiful day and a great weekend ahead! 🙂
Medieval Monday ~ LACHLANN’S LEGACY
22 Monday Mar 2021
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#MedMonSpring21, Ashley York, award winning author, excerpt, Highlander romance, Judith Sterling, Medieval Monday, medieval romance, Medieval Romance Lovers, Scottish historical romance, The Order of the Scottish Thistle
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! Our “First Kiss” theme continues, and this week, I’m excited to feature Ashley York’s Lachlann’s Legacy.
If you’re following my excerpt from Return of the Raven, you can find Snippet #7 on Ashley’s blog. Remember, you’ll find links to all the participating authors’ snippets at Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook. (#MedMonSpring21)
Now, let’s enjoy Ashley’s seventh snippet:
“I’d not thought of it as such, but I’ll admit I find great comfort in the thought.”
“As ye should.”
His chest tightened with the truth of her words. Slowly, he nodded but words refused to come.
“He was yer sire, yer family, yer clan.” With her hand on top of his hands, she fisted his fingers around the precious metal. “Best to keep it safely tucked away.”
“Ye’re right.” He put the medallion back where it belonged. “My thanks for keeping it safe.”
More about Lachlann’s Legacy:
Hidden secrets could tear them apart as fast as their passion drove them together
On the Moray coast in Scotland…
Ethne’s genuine and caring nature makes her invaluable to her brother as his son’s caretaker, but he and his wife treat her as little more than their servant. When she learns their tribal leader would use her chaste status for his own purposes, Ethne plans to escape and reluctantly accepts the help of Lachlann—a handsome pilgrim she only just met at the local faire.
Despite her independent spirit, Ethne feels drawn to Lachlann. Her instincts say his intentions are honorable, but can she trust him with her heart?
Raised by his godfather with few clues to his family’s past, Lachlann values his freedom and the brotherhood of his highlander kin. Disguised as a pilgrim on a mission for the priory, he encounters Ethne, a warm, intelligent maiden whose courage in the face of a loveless marriage awakens an intense need to protect her.
Unfortunately, Ethne is one of the very people he must deceive to explore the cave system containing clues to the lost treasure he seeks. But he cannot abandon her to an uncertain fate—or deny the simmering tension between them.
With religious prejudice running high and both of them facing tests of loyalty, Lachlann and Ethne may realize the only way to fight for their futures is to surrender… to each other.
Buy the book here!
That’s all for this Medieval Monday. See you next week! 🙂
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
17 Wednesday Mar 2021
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#irishreads, books on sale, Guardians of Erin, Ireland, Judith Sterling, St. Patrick's Day, The Cauldron Stirred, The Spear Alight, The Stone Awakened, The Sword Unsheathed
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Will you be celebrating? I will with my family tonight. Until then, I’ll spend the day deep in Irish lore, writing more of The Spear Alight, the last book in my Guardians of Erin series. I’ll also be making soda bread. Yum!
Remember, the first three books in the series are on sale for 99 cents apiece. If you’re longing to travel to the Emerald Isle, here’s your chance to go in spirit.
Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Apple Books
Have a lovely, magical day! 🙂
Medieval Monday ~ THE HIGHLANDER’S REWARD
15 Monday Mar 2021
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#MedMonSpring21, Eliza Knight, excerpt, Highlander, Highlander romance, Judith Sterling, Medieval Monday, medieval romance, Medieval Romance Lovers, medieval romance series, Return of the Raven, Scottish historical romance, The Highander's Reward, The Stolen Bride series, USA Today bestselling author
Welcome back to Medieval Monday! Our “First Kiss” theme continues, and this week, I’m excited to have USA Today bestselling author Eliza Knight here! We’re featuring The Highlander’s Reward, part of The Stolen Bride Series.
If you’re following my excerpt from Return of the Raven, you can find Snippet #6 on Eliza’s blog. Remember, you’ll find links to all the participating authors’ snippets at Medieval Romance Lovers on Facebook. (#MedMonSpring21)
Now, let’s enjoy Eliza’s sixth snippet:
He kissed her tenderly. From her tentative movements against him he could tell either this was her first kiss or she hadn’t done much kissing at all. He would take things slow, introduce her to the art. And with that thought, he realized how much he wanted to be the man who taught. He wanted to have her remember him alone when she thought of kissing.
More about The Highlander’s Reward:
Lady Arbella de Mowbray abhors the idea of marrying an English noble occupying Scotland. When she arrives in Stirling, she is thrown into the midst of a full battle between the Scots and the English. Besieged by rebels, she is whisked from her horse by a Highland warrior who promises her safety. But when he kisses her, she fears she’s more in danger of losing herself.
The last thing Magnus Sutherland wants is to marry the beautiful English lass he saved. As the laird of his clan, he has a responsibility to his clan and allies. But when Arbella is attacked by one of his own men, he determines the only way to keep her safe is to make her his. A decision that promises to be extremely satisfying.
Magnus brings Arbella to his home of Dunrobin Castle in the Highlands. And that’s where the trouble begins… Their countries are at war and they should be each other’s enemy. Neither one considered their mock marriage would grow into a deeply passionate love. What’s more, they were both unhappily betrothed and those who’ve been scorned are out for revenge. Can their new found love keep them together or will their enemies tear them apart?
“For fans of Highlander romance, this series is a must read!” ~ Night Owl Reviews, TOP PICK!
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That’s all for this week. See you next Monday! 🙂
