Showing posts with label Guardian. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Guardian. Show all posts

Saturday, May 11, 2019

The Wolf's Bride #Excerpt featured in Guardian: A Collection of #WolfShifters #pnr

Join the pack with this collection of wolf shifters.

Turn the page and dive into worlds filled with sexy wolf shifters and thrilling tales. Whether you're looking for romance or adventure, there's something within these pages.

These heroes are nothing like the big bad wolf, but only in the best way.

Featuring stories from:

Nicole Morgan, Laura Greenwood, Laurie Treacy, Lori Titus, Tina Glasneck, Arizona Tape, Donna R. Mercer, Misha Carver, Kat Parrish, Harper Phoenix, Tricia Schneider, Nikki Landis, Krista Ames, Trinity Hanrahan, Deelylah Mullin




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The Wolf's Bride 

by Tricia Schneider

Gareth Sinclair is cursed. 
To protect his loved ones, he seeks a life of solitude. His brother's sudden death forces him back to society as heir to the estate and guardian to his young sister. Tragedy follows his every step, however, and hiding his curse proves impossible beneath the unnerving, steely gaze of his sister's newly appointed governess. 
There is more to Madeline Hawkins than meets the eye
Madeline is hunting the creature that destroyed her family. Tracking a werewolf through London Society is no easy task and when one clue leads to another, she poses as a governess to gain access to the house where she suspects the creature is hiding. Once there she meets a young girl in need of love and her soul tortured brother. But, will she find the monster in time to save those she's come to care for? Or worse, yet, will she be able to destroy the creature once she discovers it's identity?

Excerpt:

Madeline’s fingers tightened around the pistol. She approached the figure reclining in a wooden bathtub lined with linens from behind. With his head resting against the rim, he faced the windows making it easy to approach with him unaware of her presence. She measured each footstep so as not to make a sound, all the while keeping the pistol pointed in his direction.

She was only a few steps away when he spoke.

“Do I owe you money?” His deep voice reverberated through her bones. Madeline stopped moving. Her hand clenched around the pistol, continuing to aim it at the back of his head.

“No.”

“Then why are you here?”

He didn’t move a muscle. He made no attempt to stand. He remained exactly as she’d found him when she entered the room, reclining in the bathtub.

She tilted her head wondering how he had sensed her.

“I have it on good authority that a woman was killed here last night and you are the man responsible.”

His head lifted.

“How did she die?”

“She was torn to pieces. They say she was ravaged by a wild animal.”

He turned his head to the side as if to see her better, but she stood directly behind him. Madeline suspected he might see her silhouette, but he couldn’t view her completely. Even if he could, he’d have difficulty identifying her with the hood of her cloak pulled low over her face.

“Why would you think I am responsible if they’re saying it was an animal attack?”

“Because I know what you are.”

He inhaled softly. She might have missed the reaction, but beside the crackling of the fire within the hearth nearby, there was nothing but silence in the room.

“And what am I?”

“The stable boy found bloody clothes buried near the edge of the forest. He identified those clothes as belonging to you. They were ripped apart. Shredded.”

The man considered this for a moment. “And how does that condemn me?”

“Because I’ve been searching for you.” Madeline whispered the words, but she knew he heard her when his back stiffened against the rim of the bathtub. “I recognize the signs of a werewolf.”



Featuring these stories...

Wolf at the Door by Nicole Morgan

Glass Heart by Laura Greenwood

My Guardian by Laurie Treacy

Marradity, Darkly by Lori Titus

Charming Like a Wolf by Tina Glasneck

A Trio of Wolves by Arizona Tape

Spun Sugar by Donna R. Mercer

Alpha Untamed: The Lone Wolf of Cannifton by Misha Carver

Rezso by Kat Parrish

His Witch by Harper Phoenix

The Wolf's Bride by Tricia Schneider

Haunted Wolf by Nikki Landis

Her Fate, His Mate (Wolves of Windsor Woods1) by Krista Ames

A Howling Good Time by Deelylah Mullin



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Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Are You Ready for the Big, Bad Wolf? Guardian #PreOrder #WolfShifter #ShifterRomance


Only a few more days until the release of Guardian: A Collection of Wolf Shifter Romances!

Join the pack with this collection of wolf shifters.

Turn the page and dive into worlds filled with sexy wolf shifters and thrilling tales. Whether you're looking for romance or adventure, there's something within these pages.

These heroes are nothing like the big bad wolf, but only in the best way.

Featuring stories from:

Nicole Morgan, Laura Greenwood, Laurie Treacy, Lori Titus, Tina Glasneck, Arizona Tape, Donna R. Mercer, Misha Carver, Kat Parrish, Harper Phoenix, Tricia Schneider, Nikki Landis, Krista Ames, Trinity Hanrahan, Deelylah Mullin   

Pre-Order your copy now so you don't miss out!

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Wednesday, April 3, 2019

When Writers Have Wishes #IWSG #writing


The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group day. 
The Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds! 
IWSG Asks: If you could use a wish to help you write just one scene/chapter of your book, which one would it be? 

If authors had access to a genie in a magic lamp, the wish would be for the next big idea that will sell millions. Something along the lines of selling books as popular as Harry Potter.

This question is more challenging. Help with just one scene or one chapter?

The method I use to write is part panster, part plotter. I have an idea and I write everything I know about it. Whether that includes characters, setting, plot, goals, action pieces, love scenes, whatever. It's always different with each book. Usually, I'll have most of the parts to the story together before I begin. Those missing bits will work out while I write the story. That's the fun of writing and it's also the hardest because inevitably there's always a part when I have to ask the question I absolutely dread...

What happens next?

I don't know.

I'm only the author. I'm simply writing down the images and dialogue taking place in my head. It's not like I'm deciding on what happens. I'm just a conduit that the Universe or characters or whoever is using to tell stories. They pop into my head and I record them to the best of my ability.

I don't make any decisions about what happens. That's out of my control. The characters are telling these stories, not me.

Unfortunately, I've set aside quite a few stories because I didn't know the answer to...what happens next?

Not forever.

Otherwise, I'd never have anything published! But I set them aside to cook a little. I need time for the Universe to send my brain the answer. Eventually, something pops in there. I might be cutting the grass, shoveling snow, taking a walk, taking a shower or even wandering the isles at the grocery store when suddenly an image or a thought or a line of dialogue will shock me into standing still and gasping aloud, "That's it!"

I've probably startled many customers into thinking I'm a bit looney tunes.

And each story is different.

Typically, I often get stuck on endings. I have brilliant beginnings and the characters have it tough throughout the story until the bitter end. How will they get out of the pickle they've found themselves in? How will they end up happily-ever-after. (I write romances, in case you're new here.)

Hell, if I know.

Sometimes it's a character's viewpoint where I get stuck. I have a WIP that is sitting on the shelf because I don't know what the heroine's brother is going to do. He's involved in the plot. I don't know what or how he does it, but he needs to end up at that exact moment, at that exact spot to save his sister. The book is completely written except for that one single scene.

I have a shapeshifter story that is waiting for an ending. Those poor lovers are torn apart at the moment and I haven't a clue as how they're getting back together.

In The Wolf's Bride, the story included in the upcoming Guardian: A Limited Edition Collection of Wolf Shifters, the heroine's occupation troubled me. I couldn't figure out why Madeline was doing the things that she did until I realized that, no, she wasn't a simple governess after all, but something so much more. I had the whole story figured out except for that piece.

In The Witch and the Vampire, the beginning was too similar to what happened in the prequel, The Witch and the Wolf, with both heroine's struggling through a blizzard to get to the hero's houses. Suddenly, in a flash of inspiration, I realized Melora Merriweather's carriage overturned from the icy roads and the hero had to save her, not meet her calmly at the door to his house.

And how to break Marianne's curse in The Witch's Kiss? Well, it took me two books to figure that one out.
If I could have help with those scenes where I don't know what happens next, that would be brilliant! I'd love to be able to write stories faster. I love writing and I hope readers enjoy my books, too. But I want the stories to be the best they can be and if I have to wait a little for the answer to work its way into my brain, then that's what I'll do.

Until I find that magic lamp.


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Happy Writing!
~ Tricia 

Sunday, March 31, 2019

Confronting the Wolf #8Sunday #WeWriWa #PNR


The Weekend Writing Warriors hosts a group of writers who share excerpts of their published works or works-in-progress every Sunday for reader's enjoyment. Please, be sure to check out the other writers in this group. You might find your next great read!

I'm joining again for some Weekend Writing Warrior fun! This week's snippet comes from an upcoming new release called, The Wolf's Bride. This is a paranormal romance set in Regency England. In this scene, the heroine has broken into the hero's rooms and has a pistol pointed at him while he's reclining in a bathtub. A very vulnerable moment!

Excerpt:

"I have it on good authority that a woman was killed here last night and you are the man responsible." 

His head lifted.

"How did she die?"

"She was torn to pieces. They say she was ravaged by a wild animal."

He turned his head to the side as if to see her better, but she stood directly behind him. Madeline suspected he might see her silhouette, but he couldn't view her completely. Even if he could, he'd have difficulty identifying her with the hood of her cloak pulled low over her face.

"Why would you think I am responsible if they're saying it was an animal attack?"

"Because I know what you are."

If you'd like to read more of The Wolf's Bride as well as more than a dozen other werewolf stories, you can pre-order Guardian, A Limited Edition Collection of Wolf Shifters.




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I write sensual paranormal and historical romances. Interested in learning more about my stories? Sign-up for my newsletter where you'll learn about my new book releases, updates on my works-in-progress, writing tips, book reviews, contests, and other fun book-related info!


Happy Reading!

Tricia 

Thursday, February 28, 2019

Pre-Order Guardian! A Limited Edition Collection of Wolf #Shifters #pnr #fantasy #99cents



Love wolf shifters? I do, too! And I cannot wait to read this collection of romance and fantasy stories. This collection includes stories from some amazing authors in the business. Check these out:

Nicole Morgan
Laura Greenwood
Laurie Treacy
Lori Titus
Tina Glasneck
Arizona Tape
Donna R. Mercer
Misha Carver
Kat Parrish
Harper Phoenix
Tricia Schneider
Nikki Landis
Trinity Hanrahan
Deelylah Mullin

Impressed? Yes, I thought so. I am, too! Maybe there are some new-to-you authors. What better way to discover new authors to read? You can't go wrong for only 99 cents! I'm very excited! Pre-Order your copy now! In the coming weeks, I'll be posting more about the story that I'm including in this collection. But, I couldn't wait to share this news with you today.

Join the pack with this collection of wolf shifters. 

Turn the page and dive into worlds filled with sexy wolf shifters and thrilling tales. Whether you're looking for romance and adventure, there's something within these pages.

These heroes are nothing like the big bad wolf, but only in the best way.