Giveaway and Guest Post by Leanore Elliot and her Realm of Fire

Hello Everyone!!  Today I have with me one of my favorite and now wickedly award-winning authors Leanore Elliot!!  She will be popping in all this week to say Hi and answer any questions that you may have.  So make her work for it..LOL!  Take it away Leanore:

Hello, Close Encounters! I am stopping by to…LIGHT A FIRE! LOL I wanted to talk about one of my unique books, Realm Of Fire. With this one, I became a Mystery writer without even knowing it. I was in suspense and wondered how it would turn out just like the reader would. I wondered just what the heck was happening to this girl-firefighter.

To describe it? I have decided to let the readers do that for you.

Grammy (Amazon reader)

Our story begins in the middle of a fire, with teams of special firefighters working diligently on digging berms and taking equipment to places to get a handle on this blaze. All the firefighters are not men, one woman is amongst them Cybele, Belle for short. She's a member of the Hotshots, an elite corps, trained for these missions. With her, John Saxon watches from a distance. Her best friend in the Corp is Buck, another fighter. Both men are tall and handsome.

(I can feel the heat, my lips are parched and the brightness of the flames hurt my eyes, the descriptions bring you right on to the page.)

Monique (Owner and founder of Romance Novel Junkies)

Belle always had a thing for fires as long as she could remember. But as soon as she joined the force her nightmares began and they became more intense as time goes by. They then started to include her co-worker Saxon, who she really dislikes, she thinks he's cute but she really disliked him as well. The dreams becomes more sensual, and she isn't able to explain it. Belle becomes confused and thinks she's going crazy with her dreams and voices she hears, which are that of Saxon and Buck.

(I started reading not knowing what to expect and found myself talking back to my ebook reading device.)

(Loves to dive)Penelope Adams, Reviewer for The PRG

She is smart, tough as nails and not bad on the eyes. Saxon and Buck are as different as day and night, neither of whom most women would say no to. The play between Belle and Buck is fun to listen to; Buck's bad jokes and quips just make you giggle. There are some hot, hot, hot love scenes that will leave one fanning themselves and grabbing a glass of something cool.

It seems Buck and Saxon have a secret and soon, Belle will be pulled into a world beyond the Realm of Fire.

(I highly recommend this novella to anyone who likes hot people having hot sex and enjoys a twist or two along the way.)

Well, I do like that last line…"hot people, having hot sex" Yeah, that's how I like my mysteries!

FIRE EXTINGUISHER EXCERPT

“Shh,” he purred to her lips and spread her legs apart as his warm fingers probed her.

“Unh,” she breathed out as his caressing fingers played with her clit.

“We were interrupted before at just about...” He stuck a finger into her. “Here.” He lowered his mouth to hers and pushed his tongue inside.

Belle gasped and felt his finger pumping her and her own moisture seeped out between her legs as his plunging tongue dipped into her mouth. She couldn’t focus and she knew there were things they needed to talk about. But what were they?

Saxon lowered his mouth to her nipple and drew it in.

Belle stilled and shocks rippled along her skin as he switched to the other, and she panted with building need.

He took his time licking her nipples and caressing each one with his tongue. “I looked at these the entire time you were here before and my mouth watered for a taste.” He placed his mouth back on one and sucked with a gentle tugging. “Now I’m so gonna to fill my mouth with them,” he stated to her hardening nipple, lowering his hot mouth and continuing the oral assault.

After a few moments, Belle squirmed and struggled desperately for air. Instinctively pushing away from his mouth, she pushed her feet down on the bed. With a surprised gasp, she slid across those slippery, magic silk sheets.

Saxon tugged her back with a laugh, lifting her body onto his and wrapping his arms around her. “Just tell me no,” he whispered to her ear and tugged at her hair just as he used to do when they were kids.

Her body trembled. “I’ve always wanted you and I can’t tell you no,” she whispered back.

He set her away a little and grasped her face with both hands to look into her eyes. “I’m going to get into your realm now, Cybelle,” he threatened in a low voice and lifted her hips, setting her onto his waiting lap. She gasped loudly as his hard erect cock entered her.

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Thanks for having me Nikki, and as usual, I'm giving away the heat. Three of your commenters will win a free copy of Realm Of Fire.

You know I love having you here!!  Just fill out the rafflecopter form below!!  Good luck!!

Review of Realm of Fire by Leanore Elliot

Blurb:
The meanest, grittiest work on Earth, fighting a demon with a roaring power to burn away land, animals and human flesh from the bone.

Belle was doing what she'd dreamed of, for her whole life. She was a Hotshot, part of the most elite force in the world of firefighters. All her dreams about fighting fire had come true. And that's when the nightmares began.

Dreams of that all-encompassing fire which reappeared again and again.... Burned charcoal-like remnants of what used to be living things lie scattered in an endless, gruesome array. She searched through the gloom and there was no trace of anything alive, while the death of scorched earth, trees and brush spread out before her vision. "Belle!" The voice shouted in her ear as she sat upright. She peered down to find her uniform and all of her fire gear burned away from her body.

It was the voice of Saxon, one of the crew members. He was always there while she fought fires and while she fought the nightmares. Was it premonition? Or was she cracking up? Maybe it was all manipulated by him and he was after her, but why?

Nothing is as it seems in the Realm—The Realm of Fire.

Review:
Belle was your average balls to the walls adrenaline junkie, that just so happen to also have a love and fascination with fire.  So it came as no surprise that when she grew up, she joined the most elite firefighting team where women are unheard of.  But being the only woman didn't bother her.  This was what she signed up for....or was it?  Belle has one true friend on her team and one man that completely rubs her the wrong way.  But was the rubbing friction, fire or a little of both?

Saxon had been searching for her for a long time and finally found her.  He knew she had always been drawn to fire but never actually believed that she would be fighting it.  He tries unsuccessfully to talk to her, but she keeps blowing him off.  If he can't get close to her, how can he make her remember who  he is?

There is no secret that I am a huge fan of Leanore Elliot's.  Her steamy novels have left me hot and bothered wishing for that particular hero to be prevalent in my life.  This book is no exception.  Saxon has been in love with Belle all of his life, even though she keeps running from him.  In this instance, the gap was a little too long and she has forgotten about him.  This doesn't deter him.  He would go through hell and back again just to have her.  He has proven it countless times. But this Realm is determined to hold her.  Will he finally triumph in his quest for her heart?  I loved Saxon :)  He was my favorite character.  Although the story doesn't have many of Leanore's melting sex scenes, it in no way takes away from her story.  This one has an adult fairytale ring to it that I found utterly enchanting!!  The concept behind this story was beautifully woven and  thoroughly enjoyable, as well as the characters!  I can't wait until the next addition!!

Giveaway and Guest Post of Author Bonnie Bliss and her newest Whips and Wax

Hello my naughty readers!!  Today I have a sizzling special ready to serve up to you!!!  I have Bonnie Bliss here today to give us a little insight behind the lifestyle.  Take it away Bonnie!!

BDSM realistic longevity….

I figured seeing as Whips and Wax was a BDSM erotica novella I would take some time to touch on a topic that may be unknown to some readers. Longevity during a scene, and how long a sub really can last before she, well, passes out.

I not only write BDSM I live the lifestyle. My husband and I have been playing for two years. And with each session I seem to be able to take more, and go for longer. It also helps that I have the best Dom for me. He can read me, knows how to push and hold back, and boy can the man test a hard limit. The reality is—everyone is different. What I may be able to take, the next sub may only be able to take half that play before she goes over the edge hits subspace and the scene is done.

Whips and Wax plays out in the course of a day, where Marie is caught breaking the rules and her punishment begins with forced orgasms. Not only is that scene very intense, but there are breaks in the middle of these orgasms. It takes the scene that could have been thirty minutes of bliss and a stint in subspace, and makes it drawn out, and more pleasing for both Dom and sub. It is a delicate process that, if you have a great Dom, will last for a long time. I have found that my ability to last long has increased. In the beginning I would hit my high point in under an hour and the scene was over. Exhausted and well used, I would be cared for and it would be all about another day.

However, after living with play sessions when we could get them, I have come to learn that I can last far longer than I used to. The reality vs. fantasy is hard to decipher, some people might say it is impossible. I know that people during Whips and Wax will question how much Marie is taking. Mixing fantasy with reality in this genre is a very delicate process. I like to be as true to life as possible. Yes, I am writing erotica, the sexual content is higher in my books. But I like to show the reader what is possible, what can be done, and what you can ultimately achieve if you handle all play with care.

Aftercare plays a big part in pushing a scene forward. If you are going to do a scene that lasts longer than an hour or even two, you have to find the balance. You have to care for the sub with a gentle, yet firm hand. You must not read a scene and go “I can do that, look at that, how can I do that all day.” In reality you most likely can’t. Will Marie blow your mind with how long she can last? Yes, she will. But she has breaks. She has the after care of Neil that will help her continue play throughout the day. Should you try this at home later tonight with your husband or significant other? Not without proper and safe play.

 I am ready to have my mind blown :)  Let's take a look at Whips and Wax:

Marie's day starts out fine when a hot delivery man brings her a new leather corset.After giving him a hot glimpse of her body she can't resist trying it on and masturbating in it
along with the matching leather thong.Neil comes home early and catches her in the act and the long hard punishment begins.

After four forced orgasms its down to the dungeon, tied up, no control, Sir whips his kitten and follows with hot wax play, ending with the rough hard fuck they both enjoy.

Follow the whole hot story in Whips and Wax, culminating in the perfect end, the collar, Sirs kitten is truly Owned!

Sneak Peek:

She laughed and cried at the same time. Her body thrust over the edge of any sort of sanity. Her hips bucked against him, the firm hit of his cock against her blood filled clit made it all slap down against her and she came. For him, for her Sir, for her lover, and husband, the only man that could make her peak like she had fireworks going off inside her body. Her juices shot from her, the pain it induced, the pleasure, all of it made her thrash her head back and forth. And still he taunted, thrusting, making her laugh. One thing they had learned about her, when she came hard—she laughed.

Neil had no intention of cumming yet. This was Marie’s time. He sat up, lifting his cock from her clit. She needed a few minutes to come down from the high. Neil swung himself off the bed and moved to look at her face. Stroking her hair while cupping her breast gently, he asked her. “Are you okay kitten?” Her eyes responded before her voice.

“Yes Sir.” She was sweating. A light sheen covered her forehead. And she had just lied to Sir.

“My shoulders are sore, Sir.” A light blush painted her cheeks at her correction. It might earn her a new punishment.

Neil leant down and softly kissed her lips.

“Thank you for being honest, kitten.”

He leant over and untied the belts, allowing her to sit up and stretch a little. He watched as she rubbed her wrists. Neil massaged her sore shoulder, pressing his fingertips into the tender flesh. Just as he finished he heard the front door bell.

“I’ll be right back.”

He grabbed his jeans from the chair and pulled them on, then left the room. Stepping down two stairs at a time he reached the door in seconds. He grabbed the keys on the telephone table and unlocked the door. A man in his forties stood with a parcel in his hand.

“Mr. Jones, a delivery for you, can you sign here please?”

“Yes, are you nearly finished for the day?” Neil took the electronic pad and scribbled his signature.

“I wish, I finish at six.”

“Crikey. At least you have good weather and it’s the weekend tomorrow.”

The courier laughed. “Yes, there is that. There you go, enjoy your afternoon.”

“Oh I will. Thank you.” Neil took his parcel and locked the door behind him. He knew what it was. Should he hide it and save it for later? He paused at the bottom of the stairs and thought about it. Marie had blatantly opened her corset and thong. Did she deserve this treat right now, her treat? Not really, it was Neil’s. He walked up the stairs and along the landing to the bedroom once more.

Marie had come around, she was ready for more. Her eyes lit up when she saw the box he carried. Neil put his finger to his lips.

“I’m glad this came while I was home. I’ll open it with you once I’ve finished with you, you naughty kitten. “

Just to tease her he placed the new package six inches from her head on the pillow. So close she would be able to smell the cardboard packaging. He watched the tension mount, her pupils dilated, her little pink tongue darted out and brushed over her lips in anticipation.

 This just sounds yummy!!!  So what do you need to do for your chance to grab a copy of this hot novel?  Just fill out the rafflecopter form below!!  Be sure to check out the rest of Bonnie's tour stops:

January

24 – Guest Blog @ Close Encounters with the Night Kind

25 – Interview @ Mike Woody

27 – Book Spotlight @ Sara Trimble

30 – Guest Blog @ Seriously Reviewed

31 – Book Spotlight @ Tamaria Soana

February

1 – Guest Blog @ Romance Book Junkies

6 – Guest Blog @ Mommies Point of View

10 – Character Interview @ Sexxy Blogger

Eagerly Anticipating New Arrival!!

Hello everyone!!  Today I have with me my dear friend and fantastically Naughty author Leanore Elliot.  She is sharing a sneak peek exclusive with my blog.  I love her books and was extremely happy to hear that she has been busy typing away.  Lets take a look at her newest wicked decadence:

I missed Close Encounters so much! I have been busy with my various-nefarious Wicked Enterprises. One of them is a new book. I wanted to debut the first peek of it here at Nikki's blog.

A journalist is fighting to be noticed in the huge market of writing. She has an idea of a taboo subject that may put her articles at the top. However, she never bargained for—The Hat Trick.

THE HAT TRICK, Leanore Elliott_ Release Date March 15th, 2012

The man in the room walked over to the mirror and stood close to it, as though he were studying his reflection

I couldn't swallow as the angel faced bartender who'd made me so hot that I literally ran away from him stared back at the glass. He seemed to be staring at me!

He smiled and I became warm all over just by the inflection.

His eyes burned just like before, and he reached up to unbutton his dress shirt.

I gulped and watched his fingers as though they were mesmerizing, while he unbuttoned each one.

"Wait a minute…" the man next to me, whispered.

No, don't wait at all, let me see! I could not take my eyes away from those fingers. I held my breath, my entire attention trapped by the slight movement of each button slipping from its slot. A broad smooth chest appeared when he pulled his shirt away, and my thigh muscles clenched as he dropped the discarded garment to the floor. All the while, his attention was hinged to the mirror.

He's stripping for me! I unconsciously rolled my fingers into fists. He knows I'm sitting right here, like a nasty voyeur, watching him.

The bartender now lowered his hands to his pants. His focus never wavered from the mirror.

I too, kept my focus on the mirror and it seemed like all sounds of reality stopped for me. All the fear from before dissipated as my doubts and thoughts floated away.

He pulled his pants away and wore only black briefs.

Suddenly I was so thirsty, so dry that my mouth and throat instantly dried up. Oh, wow—he was magnificent.

He gave me a minute smile.

"Hey, now. What the hell is he doing?"My peep show host asked aloud.

"Shh!" I was the one doing the shushing now.

My frustrated guide sat quietly and shook his head.

This little bit of sexy theater made me feel warm and edgy at the same time. Every muscle in my body was tensed as if I were about to receive a physical blow. Mmm, I would love to have those arms wrapped around me. An inexplicable ache started in the pit of my stomach and spread through my entire rigid body.

The angel stripper lowered his hand to his briefs and I sat with my eyes glued to his hand. He splayed his fingers out and dipped just the tips into his sexy briefs. I gulped and a little bubble of moisture slipped from my pussy. How could a man do this to me, when he's in another room and cannot even see me?

I was breathing heavier and unconsciously clasping my legs together, as if fighting the urge to open my thighs and invite those long slim fingers in. I sat so far to the edge of my chair that I almost fell off.

 He stilled his fingers for a moment and seemed to give a nod.

My thighs opened of their own volition and I released a gasping sigh. It was as if he had some mental connection with me, like some kind of sexual ESP.

The angel licked his lips with his tongue, and with the slight sliding movement, my clit throbbed and I could feel it swell. Oh! I shook all over and my hand lowered to my thighs.

Inexplicably, his fingers lowered to his briefs again, following the same trail.

I couldn't breathe, I couldn't think, I lost myself somewhere back when he had unbuttoned his shirt. I lost my wits, my good senses and self-control. Could this be why he was a dominator? He could almost direct you with his mind alone?

I bolted upright in my chair and tried with all my might to shake the effect away. What the hell was I doing? Staring at a man through a mirror, about to masturbate myself at just the mere sight of him? Oh, my God what is wrong with me?

The sexual magnetism displayed by the man who wore no clothes except for those delicious little briefs, had completely rattled me and undid years of strict prudery. I had been so immersed and mesmerized by the hot stripping that I'd completely forgotten about the woman as she stood and came over to the bartender.

 A flutter of something rippled through me. It was unlike anything I'd ever felt. Was it excitement or jealousy? I did not want to know. I wanted to forget that I was nearly drooling, ready to humiliate myself, and leave all my sensibilities for some hot guy that was into BDSM.

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Another sure to be great!!  I can't wait til its released!!! 

Winners!

Lets post some winners!!  We have two!!  Our first winner is for an e-copy of Sinful:

And our winner is....Joanne!!

Our next winner won a prize pack:

And the winner is....Scott!! 

A big thank you to everyone who participated!!  Please keep coming back for more!!

Guest Post with Author Tina Martin: Can men and women be JUST friends?

Hello CEWTNK viewers!!  I'd like to welcome our new additions.  Here today I have with me the wonderful author Tina Martin.  She is going to share a little bit about her new book and her thoughts on the male/female relationship.  So what do you think readers?  Do you think men and women can JUST be friends?  Let's take a look at what Tina has to say:

Can a man and woman be friends without feelings getting in the way? Many say yes, many say no, but what do you say?

                                                                                                                 

In my new novel, Another Man’s Treasure, Tiphani Water is very much in love with her best friend, Reggie Howard. They have a close connection since their mothers were best friends as well. They grew up together – same schools, same neighborhood. Tiphani doesn’t have the courage to tell Reggie that she’s in love with him. Just how would a person approach that situation anyway? That’s a tough question because what if Tiphani decides to tell Reggie how she feels and he rejects the idea. Then she’s heartbroken. What if she tells him and he accepts the idea? They date for three months…then the relationship falls apart. Now she’s lost a boyfriend AND a best friend.

What would you do if you were Tiphani? Would you tell your best friend that you were in love with him? Or would you silently let other women date the man you’re in love with? Find out what Tiphani does in my new novel, Another Man’s Treasure, available in paperback at Amazon.com (or Barnes and Noble). If you have a Kindle, or if you just want to order a copy to your PC, go ahead and order your eBook for only $5.

Check out the book trailer:

Also, check out my debut novel, Secrets On Lake Drive, available now at Amazon.com and Barnes & Noble. Secrets On Lake Drive tells the story Monica Smith and Sean Beauvais, two people who are seemingly rivals but may be just what the other needs to have a happy, meaningful and successful life. Secrets On Lake Drive is a novel based on the secrets each person carries. In the end, those secrets may hold them together or drive them apart.

Read excerpts of Tina’s novels at www.tinamartinbooks.com. And check out my blog: http://ibetterfindyourlove.blogspot.com/

Looks Yummy right?  Let's take a look at the book info:

To onlookers, Tiphani Water and Reggie Howard's close, platonic friendship is enough to make people believe that a man and woman can be friends and nothing more. But when Tiphani has a dream about Reggie the night before their college graduation, she can no longer lie to herself. She has deep feelings for her best friend - her best friend who sort of knows that Tiphani has a crush on him. Her best friend who plays on her emotions to manipulate her. Her best friend who has a girlfriend.
When Tiphani goes on a blind date with Derrick Brooks - a charming, goodbackburner, but her strong feelings for Reggie just won't die. What's a girl to do when she loves two men?
"Another Man's Treasure" is an emotionally-charged novel packed with great intensity and heartbreak. It is a story about not appreciating the one you have until you see them in the arms of someone else.

 

Can't wait to read it!!  Thanks for being on today Tina!! So..In your opinion...Can men and women be JUST friends?

What's Beside Your Bed?

LOL...I'm going to keep up with my memes.  I have 3 now...I can do this.  One on Monday, one on Sunday and one on Thursday.  So I'm posting this one a little early and sending Nanny my link.   I have a selkie thing going on since I read The Lure of Shapinsay and I remembered I have another selkie series I want to start!  Nanny runs a blog called Getting Naughty Between the Stacks and this is a link to the main post http://gnbstacks.blogspot.com/. So this is my.....

I'm changing things up. This is basically an adult book blogger version of What Are You Reading? But I want to let people who don't have blog to join in too. So I've added a step for those of you who'd like to join but don't want to actually link up. All you have to do is...

• Post the banner {Optional}
• Jot down what is currently on your night stand, What you're reading before bed, or You can just post your current read.
• Then link up.
• If you don't have a blog or don't want to link up but want to join in just post in the comments.

Ok Beside my Bed this week is:

He’s hot, he’s sexy, and he’s a seal!

For seven years, Cayden Clifton’s had to stay away from the woman he can’t forget. But now his banishment is over and he’s returning to claim Annabel Barton, if she’ll accept him for what he is… a Silkie.

Annabel has returned to Long Island Sound to close up her father’s home. The place holds nothing but bitter memories of a summer that changed her life forever. She lost the boy she loved and the use of her legs. The last person she wants or expects to see is Cayden. He walked away from her when he found out she was paralyzed, so what could he want with her now?

I love this cover.  The next book in the series is even hotter...if you can believe that!!!