Release Date Announced!!!

Simple Treasures, my NEXT Honor Guard book with Decadent Publishing, will be released on DECEMBER 25TH! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME!!!

 

Take-charge bodyguard Colin Munro believes working for the International Protective Network will be the perfect occupation for him. Unfortunately, his trial assignment is protecting a woman who has no intention of blindly following orders. Aye, he’ll bring the bonnie lass in line because there’s no way he’ll allow her to ruin his chance of securing his dream job. 

 

Physically and emotionally scarred during her stint as a U.S. soldier, Joanna Grainger wants nothing more than to enjoy life. New Year's Eve in Edinburgh marks the beginning of her transformation. But when she witnesses a crime no one believes occurred, her plans come to a screeching halt. To make matters worse, her sexy but headstrong bodyguard has no compassion for her or the victim.

 

As danger hunts them during one of the busiest time of the year, Joanna must convince Colin she's a worthy partner. But first, can she convince herself?

Six Sentence Sunday- Next Novella!!

Good morning! For today's Six Sentence Sunday, I decided to share a bit from the soon-to-be-released Simple Treasures, my New Year's Honor Guard story coming out this month from Decadent Publishing.

In this scene, the hero, Colin, has just told the heroine, Joanna, something she didn't like, something that makes her question his ability to keep her safe. I'm not going into more detail than that right now because I really want you to read the story when it comes out! LOL! BUT, for now, here is Colin's response:

His first day on the job was not supposed to fall apart. He’d be sacked before he even earned a pound note. His nerves clenched. His feet itched to run across the room so he could grab her and set himself between her and the door. But he stayed rooted to the floor where he stood. “Joanna, you’re not to go.”

 

What do you think? Thanks for visiting! In the next few weeks I'll be sharing more of Colin and Joanna's story with you, to hopefully tempt you to give me a GREAT Christmas present and buy the book when it comes out!

Christmas Wishes Blog Hop!!!

Hello, hello! Are you ready for the holidays? Finished with your Christmas shopping? Sent out all your cards? I’m about halfway through my holiday work. Luckily this is my favorite time of the year so I don’t mind taking my time.

Thank you for participating in the Christmas Wishes Blog Hop! I’m so happy you decided to stop by my blog. In honor of the Christmas season, I’ve decided to share with you what each of my characters’ Christmas wish is and why.

Of course, they would all share the wishes of peace, love and health for those they love. That’s what makes them wonderful characters. But, like the rest of us, they also have wishes for specific items that reflect their own personalities.

Her Highland Champion

Malcolm Fraser would love his registration paid for the Lochaber Marathon in April 2013. He’s been running since he was a wee lad and thinks he could do pretty well if he could get sponsored for a spot.

Heather Winchester has been spending the last few years reading and studying for her Ph.D. in Archaeology, so she’d LOVE a gift card to a bookstore. Reading fiction never sounded to perfect!

 

Fractured Paradise

Rachel Grant is a self-proclaimed computer nerd, so she’d love the new 12" Ultrabook.

Aidan Camden keeps it simple. He’d love a new, sturdy backpack and other hiking/camping necessities. With him being a tour guide, he goes through them often.

Simple Treasures

Colin Munro has been told by his lass that he works too hard, so he would love a pair of tickets to a Celtic Football Club game.

Joanna Grainger has been in Edinburgh as a college exchange student and she’d love a sturdier and larger desk for her to do her studying. Right now she’s using one that barely fits her computer and one text book!

As for me, I would love a gift card to an office supply store. I think it would be GREAT to have a card so I could buy more notebooks for writing, pens, pencils, binders for organizing,…uh….where was I? Oh yeah, so, what about you? What’s your Christmas wish?

Just for visiting, one commenter will win a holiday surprise from me! Winner will be chosen, announced and contacted on Friday, Decemer 14th. Be sure to leave your email address. And did you notice the GRAND PRIZES of the Christmas Wishes Blog Hop? A Kindle Paperwhite, A Nook Glow, and a $90 choice giftcard for either Amazon or Barnes and Noble. AND Both Tablets will come with a book bundle!!  How awesome is that? Check out all the details and the other participants in the Christmas Wishes Blog Hop here. Now, get busy sharing your own Christmas wishes!

 

WINNER!!!!!

FOR MY PART OF THE BLOG HOP, THE WINNER IS ANNOUNCED IN THE COMMENTS SECTION OF THIS POST.

My Happy Place

Come see pics and hear about my Happy Place, Glenfinnan Scotland, an how it inspired me to write Her Highland Champion! Just click.....HERE!

Shhhhhh.....

Don't tell, but I should be able to FINALLY share some writing news with you sometime this week. Keep your fingers crossed it's soon. I'm soooooooooo not a patient person!

Six Sentence Sunday-Silent Surrender!!!

Welcome back for another Six Sentence Sunday snippet from my current Work-In-Progress, Silent Surrender. If you're interested in reading other authors' snippets, visit www.sixsunday.com for links!

This short story is coming along so well, I'm hoping to submit it to my publisher in about another week. Wish me luck!

Now, if you've been here over the last few weeks, you've met Meggie and Quinn. They had a one-night-stand a while back in Dublin while Meggie was on vacation. Now back home in Scotland, she's mortified to find her favorite Irishman has come for her. She's trying to get rid of him, and has decided to go home and relax. But when she gets home, she finds her brothers (Jamie is one), their friend Duncan, and....you guessed it: Quinn.

“You don’t belong here,” she whispered harshly.

“Do you two know each other?” Jamie asked.

“No,” she snapped at the exact moment Quinn answered, “Yes.”

Her brothers traded glances while Duncan picked at the label on his beer. Except for the commentators discussing the football match, no other sound circled the room.

Why couldn’t the floor open up and swallow her whole?

I'm so excited for this story, and I LOVE this part! What do you think?

My Letter To Santa

Dear Santa Claus,

I know you're really busy at this time of the year, but I wanted to make sure you got my message. I've been a REALLY, REALLY good girl this year. Wait. Are you laughing? Stop. Okay, I've TRIED to be a really good girl. I've been working really hard and I've remained as positive as possible with all that's going on (or not going on, as the case may be). I'm not trying to be greedy, but here's a list of things I'd like this Christmas:

1. A full-time job- My 3 part time jobs are okay, but I'd love for a steady income again and one job community to belong to.

2. A new place to live- My current location is WONDERFUL, but I'd like a place where I'm less of an...inconvenience.

3. I'd really like to find a home for my wandering full-length romantic suspense book. I believe in the characters and the story enough that I won't give up! (And of course it goes without saying, I'd LOVE to sign more contracts in 2013 with Decadent too!)

4. Time this holiday season to read AWESOME Christmas stories.

5. Positive news from my publisher that I can share with my friends, family and lovely readers.

6. Time with my wonderful family. We don't see each other enough.

7. The ability to pass the dessert table WITHOUT touching anything!

Okay, I'll stop now. Thank you for all your great work. Tell the Mrs. and Rudolph I say hello!

Love,
Lexi