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Showing posts with label Lisa Kessler. Show all posts
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Thursday, July 25, 2013
Lisa Kessler's Moonlight Blog Tour (Character Interview/Giveaway)
We have Lisa Kessler here today with special guest *Squeee* Adam Sloan! They're here to talk about Lisa's new release! I've read it, it's really good! You can read my review HERE.
Character Interview with Adam Sloan
Hi everyone –
Thanks so much for inviting me back to Book Lovin’ Mamas!
Today I’ve brought Adam, the hero from my new release,
Moonlight… He’s promised to answer a few
questions for me without revealing any spoilers. We’ll see how we do…
So Adam, can you tell the Book Lovin’ Mamas about yourself?
*Adam shrugs his broad shoulders* I’m a horse trainer in
Reno Nevada. My stable, Whispering Pines Farm is on the outskirts of Reno, and
doubles as a meeting place for my… Family.
Lisa here, I forgot to mention that the readers here on Book
Lovin’ Mamas know about shifters and they have no trouble keeping your secret
from the rest of the world, so anything you say about the Pack will be safe
here.
Really? *Adam crosses his arms over his chest, not looking
convinced*
Yes… *Lisa nods* Anna already read your book. Trust me, your
secrets are safe here. *Lisa smiles and prods again* How is the Pack doing? The
second book picks up six months after Moonlight ends. Can you share a little of
what’s been going on?
*the corner of his mouth curves into a crooked sexy smile*
You said no spoilers, so I’m going to be a little vague. Aren’s been out of town often lately, and I’m
worried about him. For anyone who doesn’t know, he’s my twin brother. All male
werewolves are born as a set of identical twins. Aren is my younger brother by
a half hour. We used to be inseparable, but things have been crazy lately with
my new…job… within the Pack. I worry about him, but I can’t get him to talk to
me.
Okayyyy… *Lisa notices a simple gold band on the ring finger
of his left hand and smiles* How are you enjoying married life?
*Adam grins before he can stop himself* I thought you said
no spoilers?
*Lisa rolls her eyes nodding* I know I did, but I can’t help
it… How are things with Lana?
She’s amazing. Her life has been turned upside down, but she
never complains. She embraces the Pack, even the members who are still hesitant
to accept her. She loves me unconditionally, and always has my back, but she
also isn’t afraid to get in my face when I need it. I have no idea how I lived
without her. *he shakes his head, almost whispering* I never knew I could love
someone so much.
*Lisa reshapes her melty heart* Do you mind if I share your
Pinterest board?
*he opens his hands* Go for it…
Woot! Okay everyone; here is the Moonlight Pinterest board… http://pinterest.com/ldydisney/scenes-from-moonlight/
And Adam has promised to check the blog through the day and
answer questions, so feel free to ask him anything! J
Thanks again to Anna for the blog spot!
Lisa Kessler
BLURB: Rancher
Adam Sloan is more than meets the eye. As the heir to his Pack, the sexy
werewolf’s biggest challenge is keeping his kin’s true nature under wraps. But
a group of jaguar shifters threatens to reveal the pack, blasting into town
killing humans in plain sight. And when he smells one at the local diner, his
standing orders are to take her out.
Lana Turpin doesn’t realize she’s a moving target. Raised in the
foster system, she only knows that she blacks out during the new moon and wakes
up without remembering a thing. But now she’s being tracked by some strange
organization that wants her back—even though she’s never stepped foot inside
their compound. And the stranger across the diner is watching her like an
enemy.
It should
be a simple mission for Adam, but when he touches the frustratingly beautiful
Lana, his inner wolf howls…mate. Now,
the two must find and stop the people who hunt her…and Adam must keep his own
family from killing the only woman he will ever love.
Buy Links:
Lisa Kessler is an award winning author of dark paranormal
fiction. Her debut novel, Night Walker, won a San Diego Book Award for Best
Published Fantasy-Sci-fi-Horror as well as the Romance Through the Ages Award
for Best Paranormal and Best First Book.
Her short stories have been published in print anthologies
and magazines, and her vampire story, Immortal Beloved, was a finalist for a
Bram Stoker award.
When she's not writing, Lisa is a professional vocalist,
performing with the San Diego Opera as well as other musical theater companies
in San Diego. You can learn more at http://Lisa-Kessler.com
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Monday, April 29, 2013
Cover Reveal: "Moonlight' by Lisa Kessler
I'm so excited to reveal this cover for Moonlight for you all today! I have been patiently waiting for this book for a while and I CAN NOT wait to finally read it!!! I LOVE this cover!
Description
Rancher Adam Sloan is more than meets the eye. As the heir to his Pack, the sexy werewolf’s biggest challenge is keeping his kin’s true nature under wraps. But a group of jaguar shifters threatens to reveal the pack, blasting into town killing humans in plain sight. And when he smells one at the local diner, his standing orders are to take her out.
Lana Turpin doesn’t realize she’s a moving target. Raised in the foster system, she only knows that she blacks out during the new moon and wakes up without remembering a thing. But now she’s being tracked by some strange organization that wants her back—even though she’s never stepped foot inside their compound. And the stranger across the diner is watching her like an enemy.
It should be a simple mission for Adam, but when he touches the frustratingly beautiful Lana, his inner wolf howls…mate. Now, the two must find and stop the people who hunt her…and Adam must keep his own family from killing the only woman he will ever love.
Available July 15, 2013
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Wednesday, April 10, 2013
April's Author Spotlight Interview w/ Lisa Kessler
For our spotlight this month we chose Lisa Kessler as our Author! She was kind enough to answer some questions for us, so enjoy! And make sure you check out both giveaways at the bottom of this post!!!
Welcome to Book Lovin’ Mamas! We are so excited to have you
here today!
1. Can you tell us one interesting or random thing
about yourself that we can't find on the internet?
Hmmm….
There’s a lot out there about me! LOL
But here’s something only my family knows. I had a pair of black flats that had one heel
that squeaked. I fondly called that one my squeaky shoe. (original, right?)
Anyway, my squeaky shoe was dying and I bought a replacement pair of black
flats. Happy to report that these shoes
also squeak! LOL All is right with the
world…
I guess that was more random than
interesting! Yeesh! LOL Sorry about
that…
2. What is your favorite type of character to write? Least
favorite?
Oh I love writing a tortured
hero. They’re my favorite! I also enjoy
writing a great villain who pushes the hero to the edge until you’re not sure
how the good guys will win… J I don’t think I have a least favorite…
3. When you are deep into writing what is your biggest pet
peeve?
Laundry and dishes! LOL
4. Who are some of your favorite authors? Favorite books?
I
have SOOO many!!! Authors: Stephen King,
Dean Koontz, Anne Rice, Kelley Armstrong, Patricia Briggs, Jeri Smith-Ready…
etc! J
Favorite Books: The
Mists of Avalon, The Shining, The Stand, The Women of the Otherwold series,
Mercy Thompson and the Alpha & Omega series, Odd Thomas, Water for
Elephants, WVMP Vampire series, Tale of the Body Thief, Pandora, The Vampire
Lestat…. Etc! J
5. When you’re not writing, what are your hobbies/interests?
I love to read and sing. I’m also a
Dancing with the Stars and True Blood fan.
Those are about the only TV shows I’ll watch live…
6. What can we expect
from you in the future for the Night Series?
Night Child is the next book
and it should be out in March of 2014!
Can’t wait! I’m writing the book
now…
Fun quick questions:
11. Coffee or Hot
Tea? Hot Chocolate! J
12. Beach or
Mountains? Mountains
13. Sunrise or
Sunset? Sunset
14. Summer or Winter?
Summer
15. Country Music or
Rock N' Roll? Rock ‘n Roll
Thank you so much for being here today and we hope you will
come back again very soon!
Thanks for having me on the blog! J
Lisa
Don't be a stranger...
Buy Links:
Night Walker
Amazon
| B&N | Allromance
Night Thief
Amazon | B&N | Allromance
Night Demon
Amazon | B&N | Allromance
Because I love this series so much I'm giving away ONE eBook copy of one of the books in Lisa's Night series (Winner's Choice) here on the blog. All you have to do to enter is fill our the raffle copter below!
And Lisa is also having her own Giveaway right now for her Night Demon Blog Tour, so I'm also adding that giveaway for her!!!
Monday, April 1, 2013
AUTHOR & SERIES SPOTLIGHT: APRIL 2013
This month for our author and series spotlight we've chosen one of my (Anna) favorite Paranormal Romance authors...
Lisa Kessler
and her Night series! She recently had a new release in the series, Night Demon, which I absolutely LOVED!
Lisa Kessler is an award winning author of dark paranormal
fiction. Her debut novel, Night Walker, won a San Diego Book Award for Best
Published Fantasy-Sci-fi-Horror as well as the Romance Through the Ages Award
for Best Paranormal and Best First Book.
Her short stories have been published in print anthologies
and magazines, and her vampire story, Immortal Beloved, was a finalist for a
Bram Stoker award.
When she's not writing, Lisa is a professional vocalist,
performing with the San Diego Opera as well as other musical theater companies
in San Diego.
She loves hearing from readers - LdyDisney@aol.com
You can find Lisa Kessler at the following links:
Night Walker
(Night Series #1)
Publishing Date: 5/8/12
Publisher: Entangled Publishing
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Description
He gave up his soul for a second chance to love her...
Two and a half centuries ago, Calisto Terana lost everything
when a zealous priest murdered the woman he loved. Now, desperate for another
chance to love her, he wants redemption for the mistake that cost her life.
She's haunted by dreams of her own death...
After catching her fiance with another woman, Kate Bradley
returns to San Diego to clear her head. The last thing she needs is romance,
but after meeting Calisto she's drawn to him in ways she doesn't understand.
They've waited in the shadows for centuries...
Calisto has no doubt Kate is the reincarnation of his lost
love, but the Fraternidad Del Fuego Santo has a new watcher with dark ambitions
of his own. As old enemies reemerge and a new threat arises, the betrayal that
enslaved Calisto to the night might destroy the only woman he's ever loved
again.
Night Thief
(Night Series #1.5)
Publishing Date: 9/28/12
Publisher: Entangled Publishing
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Description
After the fall of the Mayan civilization, Kane, an immortal
Night Walker, has taken refuge in France for over 800 years. The modern world
holds little interest for him until the night he meets the Golden Thief and is
robbed of much more than his pocket watch.
Marguerite Rousseau is living a double life. By day she is
the assistant to an eccentric French artist, Antoine Berjon, and by night she dons
elegant evening gowns to woo French dignitaries before lifting their wallets.
Sparks ignite when Kane captures the thief, but Marguerite
harbors a dark secret that could ruin them both.
Night Demon
(Night Series #2)
Publishing Date: 3/18/13
Publisher: Entangled Publishing
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Description
Deep within the Yucatan jungle a demon has awakened...
Gretchen Finch's job would be much easier if she weren't
alone in the jungle with a brilliant recluse whose every glance sets her on
fire. But the more she focuses on her work, the closer she gets to unlocking
the mysteries of a terrible creature - the Night Demon - that threatens the
world as she knows it. Though her scientific mind tells her it's impossible,
she's beginning to believe the ancient Mayan tales as the sinister jungle comes
alive around her.
Lukas Smith has spent hundreds of years searching for
answers to his immortal Night Walker nature. As a series of ancient glyphs
become clear, he's about to find out more than he'd ever hoped, but the more he
learns, the more his fate intertwines with the Night Demon, and the harder it
becomes to hide his immortal secret from the beautiful, intelligent Gretchen.
Together, they must find a way to stop the inexplicable
violence and mass destruction surging across the earth before the Night Demon
destroys more than just mankind.
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
ARC Review - "Night Demon" by Lisa Kessler
Night Demon
(The Night Series #2)
Author: Lisa Kessler
Publisher: Entangled Edge
Release Date: 3/18/13
Genre: Paranormal Romance
Source: Provided by Publisher
Author’s Website:
Description
Deep within the Yucatan jungle a demon has awakened...
Gretchen Finch's job would be much easier if she weren't
alone in the jungle with a brilliant recluse whose every glance sets her on
fire. But the more she focuses on her work, the closer she gets to unlocking
the mysteries of a terrible creature - the Night Demon - that threatens the
world as she knows it. Though her scientific mind tells her it's impossible,
she's beginning to believe the ancient Mayan tales as the sinister jungle comes
alive around her.
Lukas Smith has spent hundreds of years searching for
answers to his immortal Night Walker nature. As a series of ancient glyphs
become clear, he's about to find out more than he'd ever hoped, but the more he
learns, the more his fate intertwines with the Night Demon, and the harder it
becomes to hide his immortal secret from the beautiful, intelligent Gretchen.
Together, they must find a way to stop the inexplicable
violence and mass destruction surging across the earth before the Night Demon
destroys more than just mankind.
Review
While I enjoyed Night Walker and Night Thief quite a lot, Night Demon is a whole different story. I got totally sucked into the Night Walker world, I couldn't put it down! This is a dark and eerie story about ancient immortal gods and a demon that once ended an entire race. At times you can almost feel the darkness through the pages and this made it even better. Plus the really cool Mayan history used, which I found absolutely fascinating!
I really liked Lukas and Gretchen! Both were really strong characters and they had great chemistry together. I do wish they had gotten to the good stuff sooner, if you know what I mean, but once they did it was hot and I was happy.
There were so many important character in this story. Some we know from the previous books, Callisto and his mate Kate and Kane and his mate Rita. And then there is Colin, who we met briefly at the end of Night Thief and Issa who is new. I love all of these characters so much! It was good to see more of Kane and Callisto and I am very intrigued by both Colin and Issa. I'm really looking forward to future books and getting to know them more. And after that ending I need to know what is gonna happen with them! Seriously, I was not expecting that!
My only complaint is that I got a bit confused in the beginning with all of the point of view changes. But having read the whole book now I see that it was necessary to do it that way to get the whole story so don't let it put you off.
Overall this was a great read! I recommend it to all vampire lovers and PNR fans! It's something new and a little different than most vampire stories! The characters are great, this world Lisa has built is incredible, it's action packed and the romance is super sweet! You don't really have to read the other two books before this one but I recommend that you do so you get all of the information. Plus I mean, you don't wanna miss out on Kane and Callisto right? ;) And can I just say, I'm ready for more!!!
Sunday, October 14, 2012
Blog Tour: "Night Thief" by Lisa Kessler
Hi Everyone –
Thanks so much to the Book Lovin’ Mamas for inviting me to
visit the blog! (Being a Book Lovin’
Mama myself, I love the blog!)
I’m Lisa Kessler and I write dark paranormal romances. I actually got my start publishing horror
short stories, so when Halloween comes around, I feel right at home! J
For me paranormal romance blends my favorite genres. I still love the thrill and heart pulsing
action of a horror novel. I love turning pages and holding my breath wondering
what is lurking in the shadows, but I also can’t get enough of the passion and
rush of new love.
Paranormal romance feeds both addictions! LOL
My new release, Night Thief, also added a new dimension for
me… A historical time period. The book
takes place in 1840 in Paris! Huge
change of gears for me, but once I got used to stopping to research everything
from shoes to the French legal systems in 1840, the book took off!
Writing Kane & Rita’s story was an incredible adventure
for me, and it’s been a huge thrill to hear from readers that they’re also
enjoying the tale.
Here’s the blurb:
After the fall of the Mayan civilization, Kane, an immortal
Night Walker, has taken refuge in France for over 800 years. The modern world
holds little interest for him until the night he meets the Golden Thief and is
robbed of much more than his pocket watch.
Marguerite Rousseau is living a double life. By day she is the assistant to an eccentric French artist, Antoine Berjon, and by night she dons elegant evening gowns to woo French dignitaries before lifting their wallets.
Sparks ignite when Kane captures the thief, but Marguerite harbors a dark secret that could ruin them both.
Marguerite Rousseau is living a double life. By day she is the assistant to an eccentric French artist, Antoine Berjon, and by night she dons elegant evening gowns to woo French dignitaries before lifting their wallets.
Sparks ignite when Kane captures the thief, but Marguerite harbors a dark secret that could ruin them both.
I hope you’ll
take the plunge with me into genre blending…
Paranormal romance, with a dash of horror and a heaping spoonful of
historical makes for a fun new addition to my Night Series… J
So what are some
genres you love to see blended together?
Let’s cook up some Halloween romance reader brew! LOL
Lisa
Don't be a stranger...
(From author's website)
I have always loved to make up stories. My first published work was The Wonders of
Unicorn Creek in 6th grade. The 9 page
epic was published by my tiny elementary school.
Since then I’ve published short stories in anthologies like:
Dead Souls, Ladies of Horror 2009, Hell Hath No Fury, and magazines like:
Sinisteria, Horrorfind, Twilight Times, The Writers Hood, Savage Night, The
Murder Hole, Behold and Shadowkeepzine.
My story ”Immortal Beloved” was a finalist for a Bram Stoker
award, and my story “The Third King” won second place in Behold’s short story
contest.
I’ve completed the first two novels in my Night Trilogy, and
the first two novels in my new Moon Series.
I’m thrilled to announce that Entangled Publishing has
contracted my entire Night Walker series!!!
The first book will be released August 5, 2011!!!
I’ve also recently released an eBook short story Across the
Veil. I hope you’ll grab a copy!
http://lisakessler.wordpress.com/across-the-veil/
When I’m not writing, I also sing. (You can hear song samples on my website:
http:LisasLair.com )I’m a professional vocalist, performing with the San Diego
Opera as well as other musical theater companies. I’m married to an incredible
man who is also a great writer, and we live with our two teens in sunny San
Diego, California.
Halloween is a fun time of year for me and all my
ghouls. I’ve always been fascinated by
magic and what might be lurking the shadows.
Passion, love, jealousy, power and immortality also fuel many of my
plots, but I’m not a villain… I just
enjoy writing them…
I hope you enjoy reading them!
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Cover Lust (16)
Welcome to Cover Lust, a weekly meme hosted by Book Lovin' Mamas specifically for showing off those Oh-So-Sexy book covers that we find ourselves drooling over.
Some credit goes to The Book Queen for our inspiration with her Lusting for Covers Meme.
To participate in the Cover Lust Meme:
~~Become a Follower of Book Lovin' Mamas (thru...GFC, Linky, Email).
~~
~~Create a post on your blog showing off your Sexy Cover for this week.
~~
Make sure to submit your link below so everyone can check out your Cover Lust.
That's it...very simple...and oh-so-sexy.
We look forward to seeing all the Cover Lust you all post.
Anna
I feel like I've waited forever to read this! I'm so excited to finally have it and this cover is awesome! I'm absolutely in love with it!!! :)
Night Thief
(The Night Series #1.5)
by: Lissa Kessler
Publishing Date: 9/29/12
Description
After the fall of the Mayan civilization, Kane, an immortal Night Walker, has taken refuge in France for over 800 years. The modern world holds little interest for him until the night he meets the Golden Thief and is robbed of much more than his pocket watch.
FranJessca
I'm counting down to January because that is when the newest book to the Rulers of Darkness will release from Author Amanda J. Greene. Every cover is a HOT cover. =)
I'm looking forward to meeting Amanda J. Greene next year at the Indie Romance Convention.
Caressed by a Crimson Moon
(Rulers of Darkness #3)
by: Amanda J. Greene
Publishing Date: 1/25/2013
Description:
Consumed by madness and tormented by dark memories of blood and death, Hadrian Lucretius, King of the Validus Clan, has returned after living in self-imposed exile for nearly three hundred and fifty years.
To maintain peace with the vampires, Eva Maldonado is offered as a sacrifice to the crazed vampire king by her father, the alpha of the Silveria Shifter Pack. Hadrian’s reputation is both legendary and lethal; he is ruthless, bloodthirsty, lusty, and soulless. When Eva arrives at the ancient fortress high in the Carpathian Mountains, she is shocked to find a ravaged man with dark burning eyes filled with loneliness and dangerous desire.
Would she be his lover…or his prey? His savior…or his victim? Would Hadrian lure her into madness or would their perilous passion be their redemption?
Anna
I feel like I've waited forever to read this! I'm so excited to finally have it and this cover is awesome! I'm absolutely in love with it!!! :)
Night Thief
(The Night Series #1.5)
by: Lissa Kessler
Publishing Date: 9/29/12
Description
After the fall of the Mayan civilization, Kane, an immortal Night Walker, has taken refuge in France for over 800 years. The modern world holds little interest for him until the night he meets the Golden Thief and is robbed of much more than his pocket watch.
Marguerite Rousseau is living a double life. By day she is the assistant to an eccentric French artist, Antoine Berjon, and by night she dons elegant evening gowns to woo French dignitaries before lifting their wallets.
Sparks ignite when Kane captures the thief, but Marguerite harbors a dark secret that could ruin them both.
FranJessca
I'm counting down to January because that is when the newest book to the Rulers of Darkness will release from Author Amanda J. Greene. Every cover is a HOT cover. =)
I'm looking forward to meeting Amanda J. Greene next year at the Indie Romance Convention.
(Rulers of Darkness #3)
by: Amanda J. Greene
Publishing Date: 1/25/2013
Description:
Consumed by madness and tormented by dark memories of blood and death, Hadrian Lucretius, King of the Validus Clan, has returned after living in self-imposed exile for nearly three hundred and fifty years.
To maintain peace with the vampires, Eva Maldonado is offered as a sacrifice to the crazed vampire king by her father, the alpha of the Silveria Shifter Pack. Hadrian’s reputation is both legendary and lethal; he is ruthless, bloodthirsty, lusty, and soulless. When Eva arrives at the ancient fortress high in the Carpathian Mountains, she is shocked to find a ravaged man with dark burning eyes filled with loneliness and dangerous desire.
Would she be his lover…or his prey? His savior…or his victim? Would Hadrian lure her into madness or would their perilous passion be their redemption?
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