Valentines Day Canceled – canceled

Hello readers and happy Valentines day (tomorrow).

This is the time of year I usually would be talking about the Soul Mate Valentines Day collection – My Sexy Valentine that featured my story, Valentines Day Canceled.

It was a great collection of stories that I loved contributing to. I say was, because it’s now gone, out of print, with only a few used paperbacks available on Amazon.

The contracted period for my story came up in January, and Soul Mate decided not to renew the book, so i got my rights back.

But, this is good news because the story I wrote was a part of my Heavenly Wars series that was sometimes hard to find for my readers, and with the rights back, I’ve had the opportunity to re-edit and update the story, as I’ve been doing with all my Heavenly wars books.

And I’m happy to announce that the story, now renamed The Dance Of Revelation will be included as a bonus feature in the upcoming 3rd book in the series, Legacy of Lightning.

Legacy of Lightning

By S. C. Mitchell

Book 3 in the Heavenly Wars series where mythic gods wage war for the future of our world.

The blood of Zeus ran through his veins, but does he have what it takes to wield Zeus’ lightning bolt.

Stavros, the son of Zeus and Hera, inherited his father’s lightning bolt powers. Yes, theoretically, he also inherited the throne of Olympus, but does that really matter? Mount Olympus lays in ruins, and the Greek gods are few and scattered. Still, he pledges to help end the war that took everything from his people.

Working with the Asgaardian gods, Stavros meets Hilde, a powerful sorceress. When the Alliance of Evil Gods kidnaps Odin, attempting to steal the Odin Force for Loki, Stavros and Hilde are thrown into a roller-coaster ride adventure filled with danger, suspense, and romance.

This book also contains the bonus feature: Dance of Revelation.

…and they’re gone.

Both Son of Thunder and Daughter of Darkness have been taken down, and are no longer available. If you purchased either of these book in the past, thank you very much. The Heavenly War is set in a world I love and have wanted to revisit and expand on. The original series was to be six books, and I have lots of pieces and parts lying around that I am excited to be dragging out of the mothballs as I re-imagine this series and get set to bring it back in line with my new aesthetic. The explicit sex scenes will be gone, the fantasy elements amped up, and some of the more dated scenes will be updated.

A few pieces remain in the wild:

Valentines Day Canceled is set in the Heavenly War world, and is part of the My Sexy Valentine collection. Someday I will get the right back to this story and will rewrite it to fit in with the new series. I’m in no hurry on this one because I don’t want to disrupt the work of the other authors, and the other outstanding stories in this collection, so if you are interested in this one, expect the old, super-sexy style.

You can get it here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SSFM1OC/

A Requiem for Poseidon is a stand-alone short story, and one that works into Daughter of Darkness. This I published as a promo book, and it will soon be pulled to be reworked. But I’m leaving it up for now, as I’m not ready for this project yet. This story needs a complete rework, as the sex is intricate to the story, and taking it out will require an extensive re-imagining…I think.

So it’s still available here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AONMOKQ/

 

Right now I’m working hard on the 2nd edition of Son of Thunder. More news as it happens but expect a cover reveal and a release date sometime in the near future.

Steve

Spend Valentine’s Day in Asgaard

…it’s like heaven but with vikings.

Now through Valentine’s ♥ Day I’m happy to offer two fun reads at special prices:

My Sexy Valentine, which features my Heavenly Wars story: Valentine’s Day Canceled is FREE at: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SSFM1OC/

 
And book 1 in my Heaveny Wars series, Son of Thunder, is just 99¢: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BJ64GPY/

♥♥♥ Happy Valentine’s Day ♥♥♥

Valentine’s Day.

Welcome to the romance Writers Weekly blog hop, where every week a great group of romance writers answer questions and accept challenges. Diverse in what we write, we are unified in the quest to bring you, the romance reader, a very happy ever after.

You can join us daily on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RomanceWritersWeekly/

Stop by today to enter our Share The Love Valentine’s Giveaway. You could win FREE BOOKS and a $50 Amazon Gift Card.

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Whether you’re joining me from Brenda Margriet’s blog post  or starting your blog hop here, welcome.

 

The wonderful Leslie Hachtel is giving us today’s topic: Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day. Why is it special for you? And what do you wish for?

 

Oh wow, loaded question. As a romance writer, Valentine’s Day stands as the perfect celebration of love and romance. It offers a great opportunity, in stories and real life, to bring your “A Game” when it comes to doing something special with that someone special. No excuses. This is the day. Do it.

Dinner, movie, Netflix & chill, a long walk on the beach, and guys, if you’re ready, bend that knee. What could be more romantic?

No, really, I’m asking a question here. What could be more romantic? If you’ve got some ideas, share them in the comments below.

And speaking of Valentines Day, did you know that my story, Valentine’s Day Canceled, in the Soul Mate anthology My Sexy Valentine is also part of my Heavenly War series?

And I’m working on the next chapter, titled A Legacy of Lightning right now. Look for it this coming fall. If I did have a Valentine’s day wish, it would be that the book was already written. I’ve put this one off far too long.

Now, hop on over to Leslie Hachtel’s blog to find out her Valentine’s Day wish, as the Romance Writers Weekly blog hop continues at:  https://lesliehachtelwriter.wordpress.com/

 

A new look – Requiem for Poseidon

My short story, A Requiem for Poseidon has just gotten a new cover:

A Requiem for Poseidon

Heavenly Wars 1.5

As war rumbled through the heavens, the seas also boiled with battle. Poseidon was one of the first to succumb. Now the alliance of evil gods turn their sights on the Inuit pantheon.

Barely surviving the initial strike, the goddess Sedna seeks the sanctuary of the oceans and her old friend Jormungandr. She knows the Norse World Serpent isn’t the evil people believe him to be.

Isolated in his watery home, Jormungandr has escaped the war until now and happily welcomes Sedna into his refuge. But when the alliance of evil releases the Kraken, can even gods find sanctuary in the ocean depths?

A Requiem for Poseidon is a short tale, and an additional part of the Heavenly Wars series. Chronologically it should be read between books 1 and 2 of the series.

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Did you know that there’s also a 4th story in the Heavenly Wars series?

Valentines Day Canceled is featured in the My Sexy Valentines Day anthology.

So the best reading order for the series as it stands right now is:

1. Son of Thunder
2. Valentines Day Canceled
3. A Requiem for Poseidon
4. Daughter of Darkness

 

My Sexy Valentine

It’s that wonderful, romantic time of year again. Might I suggest something to put you in the mood:

 

Get it here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SSFM1OC

Thursday Threads – My Sexy Valentine

Today on Thursday Threads we feature the wonderful Tina Susedik and the fun filled Soul Mate Valentines Day anthology, My Sexy Valentine:

(And hey, I have a story in here as well.)

ANTHOLOGY HEAT LEVEL: STEAMY

 

Blurb for The Valentine’s Proposal:

When a Valentine’s Day proposal doesn’t go the way she expected, librarian Janetta Simonson’s life changes in ways she’s never dreamed.

BUY LINK: My Sexy Valentine: http://amzn.com/B00SSFM1OChttp:/amzn.com/B00SSFM1OC

EXCERPT FROM The Valentine’s Proposal:

Devlin Baran followed the statuesque brunette as she stomped from the woman’s room and headed to the bar. His cock twitched as her hips swayed in tight jeans. Was the guy who dumped her crazy? To trade in this hot piece for the washed-out blonde?

He’d noticed her the moment she’d walked into the building. Full breasts. Tapered waist. Not too thin. Tall. His body had reacted immediately. He liked his women tall. He’d been ready to join her when the jerk arrived. During their argument he’d called her Janetta. The name seemed to suit her.

Pseudo cowboys irritated the hell out of him. New boots, shiny belt buckle, cheesy western shirt were all signs. But even real cowhands dressed up for a Saturday night on the town, so he could be mistaken. When the man tossed his hat brim side down on the table, Devlin knew him to be a fake. Any real westerner knew you put your hat top side down so not to ruin the folds.

Since he was out of luck with the brunette, he’d headed to the men’s room, where he observed the encounter. He nearly applauded when the woman smacked the pretend cowboy across the cheek and threw the ring into the crowd. Hell. Not only did he like them tall, he loved them spirited, like his fillies on his ranch.

As she headed to the bar, he shook his head. He couldn’t let a hot woman interfere with the job he had to do, needing all his focus to find out who was slipping drugs into women’s drinks. As a rancher working undercover as an FBI agent, he always seemed to be one-step behind the assholes who thought it fine to have sex with unconscious women.

The man, or men, moved from bar to bar in the small rural area. This was the only one that hadn’t been hit. He hoped to hit pay dirt tonight.

He tried to ignore Janetta’s shapely ass as she sat on a stool next to another pseudo cowboy. She must have a thing for their type. After taking her time with one drink, the man tipped his overly white Stetson, leaned in and said something, making her laugh. The back of Devlin’s neck prickled. He seemed familiar.

What was she thinking, Devlin wondered as she let the guy put his hand on her thigh. Even though she oozed sex appeal, after her encounter with Fred, he had the feeling she wasn’t a sexually aggressive person. She seemed more like a kindergarten teacher.

Janetta took a sip of her orange-colored drink and spoke to the man—who threw his head back and laughed. The hand went a bit further up her leg. She took another drink and swayed into him. Maybe he was wrong and she was just another floozy looking to pick up an unsuspecting cowboy.

The man swung an arm around her shoulders and lifted the glass to her lips. Her head dropped into his neck. He glanced over his shoulder and snuggled her into his side. After a few minutes he pulled her from the stool, and like a man helping a drunk companion, headed toward the door.

Shit. She’s been drugged.

 

ALSO BY TINA SUSEDIK:

Riding for Love: http://www.amazon.com/Riding-for-Love-ebook/dp/B00CLJD31Q

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/riding-for-love-tina-susedik/1119333999?ean=9781619354289

 

All I Want for Christmas is a Soul Mate: http://www.amzn.com/B00GH2I458/

 

Where to find Tina:

http://www.soulmatepublishing.com/riding-for-love/

Website: TinaSusedik.com

Blog: http://tinasusedik.wordpress.com./

Twitter: @tinasusedik

Facebook: Tina Susedik, Author

Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/17908316-riding-for-love

Thursday Threads – My Sexy Valentine

This week on Thursday Threads we feature a book I contributed to.

Just in time for ♥Valentine’s Day ♥, it’s My Sexy Valentine:

MY SEXY VALENTINE

Soul Mate Collection I

Contributing Authors: Cheryl Yeko, Sage Spelling, Lynn Cahoon, S.C. Mitchell, Tina Susedik, Char Chaffin

Romantic Anthology

Heat Level: Steamy

Blurb:

“Valentine’s Day Breakup” by Cheryl Yeko

Finding her fiancé in a clutch with the coat check girl sends Shelly straight into the arms of her Soul Mate.

“Inked Hearts” by Sage Spelling

One night. No boundaries. Uninhibited passion.

Boycotting Valentine’s Day had been Piper’s preferred way of protecting her heart until she collided with bad-boy sexy-tattoo artist Dex. Driven with lust, Piper has her first one-night stand, but dreads morning and saying goodbye to the man who stirs her innermost desires.

“The Twelve Days of Valentines” by Lynn Cahoon

As her home business grows, a specialty jam creator receives gifts from a secret admirer. When the news breaks, two men step up claiming to be the gifter. As the twelve days pass, can she figure out the clues and claim her Mr. Right?

“Valentine’s Day Canceled” by S.C. Mitchell

When Thor’s son Magni, the new King of Asgaard, cancels Valentine’s day, Astrid knows something is drastically wrong. Can she make things right again and save the fertility festival?

“The Valentine’s Proposal” by Tina Susedik

When a Valentine’s Day proposal doesn’t go the way she expected, librarian Janetta Simonson’s life changes in ways she’s never dreamed.

“I’ve Got A Heart-on For You” by Char Chaffin

How hard can it be to stash three kids with an overnight babysitter, slip into something ridiculously decadent and skimpy, and do naughty things to each other by candlelight on Valentine’s Day?

Sex-deprived spouses Sam and Dell might be finding out pretty soon, and not in the way they’d hoped.

Buy Link:
http://www.amzn.com/B00SSFM1OC/

 

Release Day – My Sexy Valentine

Now available, just in time for Valentine’s Day:

Six Authors. Six wonderful stories:

“Valentine’s Day Breakup” by Cheryl Yeko

Finding her fiancé in a clutch with the coat check girl sends Shelly straight into the arms of her Soul Mate.

“Inked Hearts” by Sage Spelling

One night. No boundaries. Uninhibited passion.

Boycotting Valentine’s Day had been Piper’s preferred way of protecting her heart until she collided with bad-boy sexy-tattoo artist Dex. Driven with lust, Piper has her first one-night stand, but dreads morning and saying goodbye to the man who stirs her innermost desires.

“The Twelve Days of Valentines” by Lynn Cahoon

As her home business grows, a specialty jam creator receives gifts from a secret admirer. When the news breaks, two men step up claiming to be the gifter. As the twelve days pass, can she figure out the clues and claim her Mr. Right?

“Valentine’s Day Canceled” by S.C. Mitchell

When Thor’s son Magni, the new King of Asgaard, cancels Valentine’s day, Astrid knows something is drastically wrong. Can she make things right again and save the fertility festival?

“The Valentine’s Proposal” by Tina Susedik

When a Valentine’s Day proposal doesn’t go the way she expected, librarian Janetta Simonson’s life changes in ways she’s never dreamed.

“I’ve Got A Heart-on For You” by Char Chaffin

How hard can it be to stash three kids with an overnight babysitter, slip into something ridiculously decadent and skimpy, and do naughty things to each other by candlelight on Valentine’s Day?

Sex-deprived spouses Sam and Dell might be finding out pretty soon, and not in the way they’d hoped.

 

Get your copy here: http://www.amazon.com/Sexy-Valentine-Soul-Mate-Collection-ebook/dp/B00SSFM1OC/

My Sexy Valentine

Six authors. Six stories of Valentine’s Day romance including mine, Valentine’s Day Canceled, the next installment of the Heavenly War series. Pre-order now and have it for Valentine’s day.

 

The link is up and ready for pre-order on amazon at: http://www.amazon.com/Sexy-Valentine-Soul-Mate-Collection-ebook/dp/B00SSFM1OC/