NEW RELEASE! LIFE BEFORE DAMAGED vol 10 by HM Ward! The final book in the series is here!

Muscular bodyRead the highly emotional conclusion to Peter’s back story.

A LOVE STORY ABOUT AN ALPHA MANWHORE AND A GOOD GIRL BY NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR HM WARD

Money. Power. Sex.

Some people enter your life for a reason, and Pete Ferro has changed mine forever. I’ve known since I met him we were fated. I can’t say how I know, but I can feel it. Our destinies entwined the night of the rave–a union no contract can sever and so much stronger than a ring.

~THE FINAL BOOK IN THE LIFE BEFORE DAMAGED SERIES~

Genre: New Adult Romance
This story unfolds over multiple volumes
Length: Approx. 130 pgs


 

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WHAT READERS ARE SAYING ABOUT LIFE BEFORE DAMAGED 10

“Her cliffhanger and teaser endings pale in comparison to the way I felt after finishing Life Before Damaged 10. It’s beautiful, creative and downright epic.” – Deborah

“Thank you Holly Ward for such a heartfelt story” – Kristi

“This one really moved me. This is a must read!” – S.M. Stryker


Need more Pete Ferro in your life? Check out this hot teaser trailer!

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Capturing the Golden Goose: More Information for Indie Authors

WRITERS! Thinking about going Indie? There’s a huge-ass FREE online workshop THIS week!!! Register for IndieReCon here and then register for my webinar, “How to Sell a Bazillion Books,” here.

Looking for more information? Let these posts guide you on your self-publishing crusade:

Evolution of a Book Cover
Cover Suckage, Bad Branding, & Other Indie Marketing Oopsies I’ve Made on My Way to Selling 1.5 (now 5+) Million Books (A Post for Self-Published Authors)
The Roses are Dead (Too Much Manure in Publishing)
Author Tips: Book Bombs, Release Days, & Other Good Free Marketing Tips
Shattering the Myth: You CAN use facebook to promote your book! (marketing basics for writers and authors)
How I Did Facebook Wrong and Got 48,000 fans – A Writers Guide to Social Media Updated
Bounce Theory & The Magic Beans of Marketing
Tips for Young Writers
Tips for Young Writers Part II: Plot, Dialogue, Descriptions
The Taleist Self-Publishing Survey & Typical (and not so typical) Indie Novel Sales
Writer Beware: Stupidity is the Latest and Greatest Selling Tool of All

Happy Writing!

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Trystan Scott #2 Gets Reviewed! 5 Stars!

BACKDRAFT: THE SECRET LIFE OF TRYSTAN SCOTT #2

Check out the 1st review for BACKDRAFT!

“There are books that you read that you really like or love. Then there are books that really touch your heart. I have only read a few that sincerely touch something deep inside. They are the ones that stay with you after reading them. This is one of those books. I relate a lot to Mari. Pressure to be perfect, whether it’s in school or something else. I think we have all been there. I was. Mari and Trystan appear to be more alike then they think. Both with trouble at home and both head over heals for each other. Right when they were going to tell one another something would happen and neither of them would. Seriously, I was ready to burst!!! I just wanted them to tell each other already!!! The comment about hooking up with someone was the best catalyst you could ask for. I also loved the Kiss Assassin! Brilliant!

Trystan is pretty much the ideal guy. Slightly damaged but, I think Mari can rescue him. I felt bad for Trystan in book 1 and that continued through Backdraft. I wanted to wrap him in a warm blanket and give him hot chocolate or something. The poor guy needs a break from real life and go somewhere else. Hopefully with Mari!! Actually, they could both use a break from their lives.

I need book 3….like yesterday. If you haven’t read this series yet YOU REALLY SHOULD! It is a series of novellas that are worth reading! Will true love win? I’m honestly not sure yet. There are so many different ways this story could go. I will be anxiously waiting for the next one!”

Haven’t grabbed it yet? Go get BACKDRAFT now at these retailers. 

      

Thank you to everyone who ran out and bought BACKDRAFT as soon as it came out! I love all your emails, facebook, and twitter posts! Keep them coming! Remember to leave a review when you are done and spread the love!

PS – I have no idea what’s up with B&N. So many of you have been asking, chomping off your fingers and yelling at your computer for them to hurry up. B&N is taking longer than usual to post the book, but it will be there soon! Don’t freak. If you totally can’t wait, get it for Nook via SW. Several people have done that and you can have it now without waiting.

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COLLIDE: THE SECRET LIFE OF TRYSTAN SCOTT #1 is Kicking Ass! Eeeep!

YA Romance, Mature YA book, contemporary romance, secret life, hannah montannaSays who? Says you guys!

OMG! Seriously. You guys are gonna make me cry! Check out a couple of the ♥ COLLIDE: THE SECRET LIFE OF TRYSTAN SCOTT #1 ♥ reviews:

“I have read all of H.M. Ward books n I’m n love with them all. This book Collide is another great book. It’s short, but I still love it. I read it n a day, but I wish I could find a man like Trysten for me…lol I hope Mari gives Trysten a chance because he seems very sweet, special. Great job Ward, keep writing cause u make my day a better day when I can sit down n read great books by great artist.-Deda via Amazon

“I am a huge fan of H. M Ward. After reading Collide i can say it is my favorite work of hers. it took me only a few hours to read it but i was addicted after the first page. I love the way Ward writes. Throughout Collide I has this feeling of anticipation and nervousness. In a way I felt the way the characters felt, and i love when an author can write like that. It makes me love the book even more. Collide is an amazing book and I was addicted. Collide is just and addicting and agonizing book to read. I could not read fast enough. I would find myself jumping lines so that i could know what would happen faster. Ward definitely worte an amazing book. The emotions, actions, and thoughts that the main charaters where having are exactly how people my age (i am 16 years old) would feel and think and act. Collide is definitely a must read! 5 stars!” -Xena0128 via Amazon

I’m so glad you guys like it! I haven’t written anything like it before and it’s so nice to read your comments and reviews! The fact that you all love it blows me away. I can’t wait to put out the second volume and see what you think!

Grab COLLIDE now and see what they’re talking about!

         

BACKDRAFT: THE SECRET LIFE OF TRYSTAN SCOTT #2 will be released on Oct. 1, 2012. Want to get a reminder via email so you don’t miss it? Text AWESOMEBOOKS to 22828 or click here. Hope you had a great weekend!

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COLLIDE: THE SECRET LIFE OF TRYSTAN SCOTT (Vol. 1)

Description: When Mari accidentally overhears that Trystan is in love, she can’t believe it. He’s pining over some girl that doesn’t know he’s alive. The confident swagger and endless stream of girls is a facade. It conceals his loneliness and hides how messed up he’s really become trying to flee from a life that’s battered him to his core.

Trystan tries to figure out how to make it clear how much he loves her. But every insincere kiss, every broken promise haunts him because she knows them all. Now Trystan has to prove to the one girl who thinks true love is real that she’s not just another conquest.

Mari keeps his secret, but quickly learns about an even bigger secret about Trystan Scott—one that is impossible to keep.

Genre: Mature YA

REVIEW from Brittany @ STBB- the awesome book reviewer: 5 STARS

“I was so surprised by Collide. I read this novella in about three hours. I was sucked in quickly and devoured it. It isn’t your typical young hot man meets girl and they are instantly infatuated and sex crazed. Mari and Trystan have been friends for a couple years. Mari helping Trystan run lines for a play. Trystan seems like your typical hot guy but, he has a few big secrets.

The novella switches back and forth between Mari and Trystan’s point of view, which I love. You really get to see what each of them is thinking in the situations. Mari and Trystan both put up a strong front but, inside are broken. They have had a rough past. Trystan especially, I felt so bad for him. My heart ached for him. Mari was a lot like me in high school. A shy girl who believes in love. I completely agree on her point of view about kissing. They both have secrets and issues in their lives. Can they be over come? Will love win?

I really enjoyed Trystan and Mari. Their best friends I wanted to just slap. I was like, “don’t listen to them!!!” Seth seems to me like the more typical version of high school senior. A hormone crazed guy if you will. In his own twisted way he was looking out for his friend the same way Katie did for Mari. In more of a guy way.

H.M. Ward keeps knocking them out of the park. The way Collide ends will leave you begging for more! I have to know what’s going to happen with these two. It was so well written. You will enjoy this if you are a fan of H.M. Ward and I would highly recommend it. Collide will be out in paperback later this week. The next volume is due out around October 1st.” -Brittany at Spare Time Book Blog

Grab COLLIDE now for $2.99 at these vendors:

    

The mass paperback edition is 240 pages and will be available later this week.

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Enter to Win a SIGNED SET of the DEMON KISSED SERIES by HM Ward!

JULY & AUGUST SIGNED BOOK GIVE-A-WAYS!

I’m giving away ONE (1) SIGNED SET of the DEMON KISSED SERIES, books #1- 6 to one lucky winner!  If you read DEMON KISSEDCURSEDTORNSATAN’S STONE13th PROPHECY, or ASSASSIN leave a review on Amazon or B&N to enter to win.  I’ll choose a name at random from the people who leave reviews.  Each review you leave is a chance to win the set.  Already left a review?  You rock!  We can’t leave you out – simply leave a comment on this blog post and your existing review(s) will be entered.

There will be more give-a-ways each month.  At least that’s my plan!  I’ll have signed books, kindle skins, nook skins, and more awesome stuff!  To make sure you don’t miss anything, sign up for the newsletter by clicking here.

MORE FUN STUFF!

You ever get to the end of a good book and think, I wish there was more… just another kiss, just another smoldering look… It can’t be over yet!

Well, here’s your chance to get more.  Once SCANDALOUS reaches 50 reviews on Amazon, I’ll post an extra sizzling hot scene between Jack and Abby for free on the blog!  Eeep!

We are almost there!  Only 30 reviews to go!

Psst! Haven’t read it yet?  SCANDALOUS is on sale for $3.99 through the weekend.

   

More?  You want more?  Okay!  Once DEMON KISSED reaches 100 reviews on Amazon, I’ll post bonus content.  There was a scene between Ivy and Collin that was deleted for being too steamy before it went to press.

Long story.  It had to do with agents, publishers, blah blah blah.  Anyway, it was removed from the manuscript.  I’ll post this extra chapter for free on the blog when we hit 100 Amazon reviews!  We’re almost there!  Hooray!!!

DEMON KISSED is on sale for $0.99 this week!

    

On August 31, check back on the blog for the name of the winner of the signed set of Demon Kissed books.  It will be announced on this post.  Winners need to claim their prize within 72 hours of being announced.  US only.  No cash value. Lemme know if you have questions.

Good luck!

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SCANDALOUS by Ella Steele Review: 5 STARS 100/100 (I fricken got 100%!!!!)

OMG – U guys r gonna make me cry! The reviews for SCANDALOUS have been so phenomenal. I can’t thank you enough for trying something new with me!

Here’s the latest review by Reese:

5 STARS 100/100 (I fricken got 100%!!!!) 

Synopsis: Millionaire Jack Gray earned his fortune creating erotic art for a discerning clientele. He doesn’t use a brush to depict these hauntingly beautiful portraits–he uses bare skin. A sterling reputation is the only thing standing between Jack and poverty as he skirts the thin line between fine art and cheap sensationalism. To ensure that his character remains beyond reproach, an assistant observes his sessions.

While interviewing for a new assistant, Jack hears her voice–Abby Tyndale–the girl who got away. The last time Jack saw her was over a decade ago. After years of romantic tension she had nearly kissed him, but then disappeared without a trace. He hasn’t seen her since. Until now. When he learns that his lost love joined the clergy after she fled to West Texas, his heart sinks. She’s forbidden, forever set apart by her vows.

Jack’s life quickly spins out of control as Abby grows closer to him, and worsens when his client list is stolen. The financial blow alone is damning, but it’s the scandal brewing beneath the surface that he fears the most. Jack and Abby’s livelihoods rely on their reputations. A single scandal will destroy them both. While fearing a contrived scandal, they have courted a very real one as their romance reignites.

This erotic romance is an addictive tease that will leave you breathless and begging for more.

This romance novel is by bestselling author H.M. Ward under the pen name Ella Steele.

Review:

I wasn’t sure what to expect from H.M. Wards novel Scandalous before I read it. I loved the cover, just like all her others, was completely stunning. While reading I honestly could not put this story down. Scandalous follows the life of Abby Tyndale who finds herself back in New York after a mishap with her congregation down in Texas.

This book was nothing like I expected. It was completely original, and breathe taking, and just over all like any of H.M. Wards books, mold breaking.

I originally thought you that they would meet, lots of sexual tension, and then in then end they would be together. And honestly if you’re looking for that, don’t read Scandalous. This book was nothing like I expected.

I loved everything about this novel. The characters, the plot, the art….Oh the art!!! In my mind all I could see was provocative, bold, colorful canvases. Such amazing description, I honestly wish from the deepest depths of my soul that I could see one of these amazing works of are that Jonathan/ Jack Gray created. The art in my mind is so stunning I can only imagine what H.M. Ward was imagining while she wrote this story up.

Characters

Abby Tyndale was the perfect character. Seriously I loved her. She’s an amazingly strong character. Never giving up on what she wants. She knew exactly what she wanted, and although sometimes she doubted, she knew who she was and never backed down. She was shy, and was always blushing which was so cute. Honestly, even though she had flaws, that’s what made her even more likeable.

Jack Gray was the perfect male character. Naughty, professional,drop dead GORGEOUS!!! And amazingly talented. I loved reading about what he did with the paintings and the models. I had to start fanning myself when reading about how he moved his artistic ways into the “bedroom.” Honestly they were the perfect couple. Both seeing what the other needed and wanted.
Kate was amazing. She’s the best kind of friend. Honest, even when you don’t want to hear the truth. She was incredibly funny, and so mom like, yet friend at the same time. Completely hilarious.

Oh and on the sexual tension level I have two words: Nipple clamps. Seriously, I loved how the sexual tension was so perfect and not over the top. In all honesty I was a little scared for a while that they would never get together, and when they did, I was doing a serious happy dance around the entire planet.

The twist towards the end of the book, and yes of coarse there’s a twist…you sillies, I never saw that coming. I was completely appalled! Seriously H.M. Ward knows how to throw an extremely heart wrenching twist you’d never see coming into every novel and Scandalous was no exception!!!

Favorite Quote:

“You suck, you know that?” I laughed, cringing as I felt sand in places they shouldn’t be. “I’m full of sand. All my clothes could be from Sandcastles-R-Us.”

He straighted, “Is that so?”

“Which one? The sucking or the sand?” I laughed. I couldn’t stop. I hadn’t laughed so hard in forever. My sides felt like they were going to split open. Before I knew it, Jack was leaning down, reaching for me. I laughed, swatting, swatting him away, not realizing what he was doing. He managed to get a hold of my wrist and my thigh. He swung me up over his shoulders while I kicked and screamed.

Jack began to wade into the water, as I pulled his hair trying to stop him. “The sucking or the sand,” he murmured, still laughing as he went into the water deeper.”

(I seriously had a extremely hard time picking just one quote but I did it! I love this quote because it’s so cute, and just made me laugh. Reading about how perfect they were together was in little cute moments like these and I enjoyed this one mostest.)

Okay so if you missed it somewhere in my review I’ll spell it out: YOU NEED TO READ THIS BOOK!!! ASAP!!!

Rating: 100/5(5/5)

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Don’t miss the giveaways for June 2012.  SCANDALOUS is one of the signed books you can win.  Details are listed on this post.  Thank you so much!!!!

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More Love for SCANDALOUS by Ella Steele (5 Stars fm Lisa’s Book Review)

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Thought I’d post this reader review of SCANDALOUS, my new romance book. Having totally swoon-worthy moments reading the reviews.  Thought Lisa’s was AWESOME!

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REVIEW: I am just going to come out and say that this book is so good that it should be scandalous! I absolutely loved it!

I read that this book was an addictive tease that would leave me breathless and begging for more. That statement is not a lie! I started to read this book on Friday morning and it had me from the beginning and when I finished it Friday afternoon I did feel a little breathless. This books could have easily doubled in length and I would have been a very happy lady!

This story has a uniqueness to it that I really enjoyed. Abby is a minister in Texas but gets put on a mandatory one year sabbatical after she caused some drama at the church. Abby goes to live with her good friend Kate in the Northeast and her whole world turns upside down when she runs into the one man she has ever loved, Jack Gray. Now, when I say that Abby is a minister, I don’t want you to get the wrong impression and think that she is completely buttoned up; she is a little feisty and full of passion. She struggles between the life she choose and the life that she could have had.

Now Jack, I butterflyingly LOVE Jack. First, he is an artist who just happens to be hot. For me, artists kind of fit right up there with musicians and movie stars:) Second, he has this sexy, mysterious edge to him. He is a tortured artist who puts his pent-up frustrations for losing Abby into his art. Last, I love the way he loves Abby. There are some really great moments in this book that will make you want your own Jack Gray;) I will just mention paint, canvas, and nakedness; it takes body painting to a whole new level!

Jack and Abby have been apart for ten years at the beginning of this novel. Jack loved Abby back in high school and Abby loved Jack but one little misunderstanding left Abby running for the seminary and Jack to a lonely existence full of art inspired by Abby. The two have never even kissed before but they are soul mates and they belong together. They have hot, searing chemistry after they are reunited and I was rooting, loud from the rooftops, for these two to be together. Things are not always easy though; Abby is a minister and has taken as oath and Jack does not want to be the one to make her fall.

This book is pure goodness and did not have many unnecessary moments. I wasn’t too sure about it after reading the description but take my word for it, it is fabulous! It flowed and was a quick, enjoyable read. I only wished it would have been a little longer as I could not get enough of Jack and Abby! I really hope this author writes more books like this because I will be reading them.  -Lisa’s Book Review

SCANDALOUS is on sale for $3.99 through this weekend!

             

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