Pitch session with LPI Editor Abby Rose tomorrow...

Not here, y'all. (Although I'd be happy to play host to that sort of thing. Email me.)  Lyrical Press Editor Abby Rose will be taking pitches at  Savvy Authors (http://www.savvyauthors.com/vb/showevent.php?eventid=1406) all day tomorrow, February 24. 


Have an AWESOME day!

Cover art for Fire's Ice

It's alot racier than I planned or expected, but here is the cover art for Fire's Ice. Enjoy.

A Valentine's treat for you...Another excerpt from Fire's Ice

First Happy Valentines Day to my husband Jackie.

I hope all of you have a wonderful day. Here's something to make it just a little sweeter...

Excerpt from Fire's Ice

Arianne felt Devin’s power ripple on the wind, buffeting against hers as he crossed the threshold of the standing stones. He didn’t bother with the ceremony of asking permission to cross the circle. His eyes skimmed over her, heating her skin with just his gaze. 

“You came.” Oh, how she wanted to run into his arms and cling to him. Why was he just standing there?

He frowned and crossed his arms over a wide muscled chest hidden in a black shirt. “I need your help, Ari.” 

There was a sense of urgency in his step and desperation in his voice when he spoke. He hadn’t come for her.Nothing he could have said would have surprised her more. “I beg your pardon?”

“I don’t have time for games, Ari. I need your help.”

“The child is ill? Allaina told me.”

“What?”

“She visits me. I’ve been teaching her about healing herbs.”

“I see. That makes things easier. Do you know what a phoenix is?”

“I am looking at one. An extraordinarily powerful witch with fire magic. I may not be as skilled as my sister was, but I know a great many things Brie never took the time to learn about lore and truth in myth.”

“Raine Roarke is a phoenix. She’s three and her powers are emerging early. Allie and I can’t bind them any longer and she’s too young to control them on her own.”

“Allie said as much.” Her heart jerked hard in her chest. Her niece, Sorca, had been only half that age when she had last seen her. Regardless of the hate she felt for her sister, she hadn’t been able to scorn the child, and loved her dearly. “The fevers have started?”

“Yes.”

She saw the grief in his eyes, the ache he felt for the child and her parents. How could she turn him down? Perhaps the truth would be kinder than a lie that wouldn’t come true. “The child will die, then. What can I do that you cannot?”

“You can drain her excess magic. Link with her as you did to steal Briella’s powers.”

“I had reasons for what I did. And you would be the resident expert on the subject of thievery.” She bristled.

“I’m not trying to judge you. My past isn’t the issue here and neither is yours. Would it work?”

“I suppose, but it would be a temporary solution at best.”

“And more than anyone else can do to help her right now.”

“You are forgetting one vital truth. I cannot leave the circle. My sister’s beloved demon saw to that. I would have to go to the child. And even then, the link might not save her and could kill both of us.”

“Agree to help Raine and I will free you from your prison.”

“And then what? Send me back here after a taste of what I’ve lost?”

“No. That would be beyond cruel. I think you’d find Scotland much more pleasant.”

“Where in Scotland?”

“I want you to stay with me at Glen McLoch, Ari. I want you with me. There is a circle scorched in fire and blood surrounding the castle. As long as you are within that line, you’ll be free to do as you please if your actions don’t harm others.”

“So I’d merely exchange one prison for another, then.”

“Until another way is found.”

“I turned down your offer once.”

“I would give everything I have, do whatever in my power to save that child, Ari. Understand? Whatever you want, it is yours. Anything.”

“Dangerous words, lover.”

“I mean them. I don't give my word lightly.”

“The Corrigans fear me because of the legend. They might turn you away if you show up with me on their doorstep. “She turned her back on him, crossed her arms to stave off a shiver. She was afraid. Afraid of how they would treat her. And how would she be able to give him up when it was time for her to return? There would be no happily-ever-afters for her.

Devin’s hands rested lightly on her bare shoulders. Rough, not smooth or pampered. “No one will harm you, Ari. I protect what is mine.”

Turning under his hands, Ari touched his cheek and looked deep into those tawny eyes. Searching them for the answer, she asked, “And am I yours, then?”

He smiled. “You’ve always been mine"

Blurb for Fire's Ice

Just got the official blurb for Fire's Ice.


Ultimate power, or endless love? 

Born the son of a Scottish laird a thousand years ago, but now trapped by his cousin's spell, Devin
McLoch has seen countless battles and death. The erstwhile thief has turned away from darker
pursuits to lead a life of peace, protecting those he loves and considers part of his clan.
However, there is one woman he can never forget, who must be given a chance to change, to accept
her heart and his.

Arianne Farrell is just as dangerous and intoxicating as her power. Imprisoned in an ancient stone
dance more than a thousand years ago, her only chance at freedom from the spell is through love--a
love she denied. When Devin asks for her aid to save another from imminent death, she realizes
there is more at stake than just her freedom or her heart.

WARNING: Two stubborn sexy wizards using magic with no bounds, scorching love
scenes, and happy ever after. Ever play with fire?

Are you ready for a little Fire?

Mmm hmm you heard right. Devin's story Fire's Ice is set to release June 18, 2012 and I have to say out of the series, Fire is my favorite. Devin has been wonderful to write and I'm thrilled to be able to finally give you his story. Without further delay, here is the first excerpt for Fire's Ice. This one will go up on the Lyrical site soon and I'll be posting another here later this week. Enjoy!

Excerpt from Fire's Ice:  Elemental Magic Book Five

Hovering his hands over Aiden’s toy laptop, Devin began to reverse the damage. Not exactly a healing, but much the same. With the magic came the memory of destruction. Raine pulling the toy out of Aiden’s hands, crying, overwhelming heat and tossing a melted lump of plastic onto the grass. Fear was the most forefront emotion. “She lost her temper and lashed out with heat, melting the toy. It’s a wonder she didn’t set something on fire. Her magic is out of control. Allie’s binds have been broken.”

“But how? She’s just a little girl, Dev, my little girl.”

“Not just. You’ve always known your daughter is special, Jack. Allie has been binding Raine’s gifts since she was two.”

“Yes, but I thought she might be a touch psychic or something. Not like, what do you even call that?”

“Raine is a hereditary witch. Fire is her element.”

“Like you. Then can she do all the things you can?”

“Yes, eventually. We share the same type of magic.”

“Good. Then you can tell us--”

“She’s a phoenix, Jack. Do you understand what that means?”

“Like the bird?” Liv had rejoined them. He saw the question, the realization, sink in. Her child’s life was in danger. Slowly shaking her head, she moved around the sofa to sit beside Jack and clutched his hand.

Should he lie to her? No. Liv would skin him for it later and she’d have Jack’s help. “Yes, Liv, exactly so.”

He watched her expression crumble as fear gripped her. A sob ripped from her throat. “Jack. No. No. No.” It killed him to hear her repeat the words over and over as though just that mantra would save her daughter. Only one person might be able to do that. Liv leaned into her husband and buried her face in his neck.

Jack stared at him as he pulled Liv closer. Calm, controlled eyes, flat and shuttered, told Devin inside Jack was falling apart. “Tell us what we need to do.”

“If she doesn’t learn to control the magic, it will destroy her, like the bird of legend. Only there is no coming back. It explains why Allie can’t bind Raine’s power anymore. I should have come back sooner. She’s just so young. My powers didn’t emerge until I was twelve.”

“What can we do? You have to stop this.”

“It is something she has to learn. As did I, when my powers began to emerge and my mother recognized the danger. She had faerie blood and called for her cousin Daemon to teach me. We need help.”

“She is only three years old.”

“I know, but the magic has to be controlled or--”

“No!” Liv screamed pulled away from Jack, stood and met him eye to eye. “I will not let magic take my daughter. Do you hear me? Fix this. I don’t care what you have to do.” She grabbed the front of his shirt, emotions out of control. “Please. Please, Devin. Don’t let my baby die. You promised me. You promised me you’d always look out for them.”

“And I will. I’ll do everything in my power, Liv.” Gently he pried her fingers away, but held on to her icy hands. “A laird’s promise.” Watching one of the strongest women he’d ever known collapse into her husband’s arms, he knew there was only one person who could help him keep his word. And he hoped Arianne was in an accommodating mood. If not, he was prepared to barter anything necessary to gain her cooperation. Raine was all that mattered.

Visiting Word Wranglers today...

Hi, all.

I'm blogging at  http://wordwranglers.blogspot.com/2012/02/say-hello-to-brynna-curry.html  today with some tips about POV. I'd love for you to visit me there.

Brynna

Charmed - Now Available in PRINT!

After months of hard work, I'm pleased to announce Earth Enchanted, To Take Up the Sword and Wait for the Wind are now available in the print anthology Charmed. You can purchase your copy here. https://www.createspace.com/3740703 Charmed will be available through Amazon.com next week.