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Dagger's Lust (MF)
By: Diane Story | Other books by Diane Story  Categories: Erotic Romance, Paranormal, Shape-shifter, Vampires/Werewolves Word Count: 29,460 Heat Level: SEXTREME Published By: Siren-BookStrand, Inc. PRE-ORDER! AVAILABLE: Tuesday, January 10th This title is offered at a 10% discount. Offer ends midnight CST, January 17th. [Siren Classic: Erotic Paranormal Romance, werewolves, shape-shifters] “Will you protect me and stand at my side when my husband discovers we’ve been having an affair?” Dagger would never forget those words spoken to him two hundred years ago. It was the day Belinda died and he became a werewolf. Unable to accept her death, he seeks the help of a shaman. Soon, she is reborn as a ShapeShifter with the ability to shift into both a werewolf and a Dragon. Braccus is the pack's alpha male, and his time on earth is running out. He needs the magic of Belinda’s Dragon to continue his reign. Dead or alive, she would be his. Dagger can’t forget the shaman’s warning. If Belinda doesn’t remember their past, they will die. Casual sex is not on his agenda as he realizes that only his love and their lovemaking can bring her back. Will their struggle for love eventually overcome the odds? Click here to watch the video trailer for "Dagger's Lust!" A Siren Erotic Romance 0 Ratings 5  4  3  2  1		Dagger's Lust (MF) Available in: Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Reader, HTML, Mobipocket, EPUB Price: $3.99 $3.59 View Larger Cover Image Cover Art by Jinger Heaston

It's BLACK FRIDAY!! who really wants to go shopping???

When you can stay at home and read a book?

Forget the crowds and the pushing and shoving,,, 

Stay at home and read a book instead.

I hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving with your families. It's the time of year when we should be thankful for who we are, who we have in our lives and where we live.

Have a super day.

Diane Story

Also Coming in Janurary "Dagger's Lust" at Siren Publishing

I"m finished!!!! "Brindie Spearman - Pop Princess" is done!!!

OMG, I am so happy to share with my friends. Tonight, just now! I finished my second erotica novella. 
This one is called "Pop Princess - Brindie Spearman" and YES, it is what you think it is.
I have some edits to do, and hope to get done with them as soon as next week. then a synopsis and query. Then, I'll submit it.
I have to say, this one was fun. Not because of my connection to Kevin, but because it was truly amazing to write something that the world will get a kick out of. If you like erotica, I am sure, you will like this. A look into the world of pop, hmmmmmm....
Have a nice night, :-)
Diane
www.dianesstorys.com

The Overlanders Bride

The Overlanders Bride

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Romance on the Overland Trail (Oregon Trail) would seem to most observers as non-existent. In fact, it was a part of everyday life for the emigrants, our ancestors. Along with the perils of travel in a small farm wagon for four to six month Polly Sawyer is a spoiled rich girl from the lush farmlands of Missouri in 1862. Daughter to an influential and charismatic man who owns the area’s largest steamship business, Polly is forced to run away from home after she is betrothed to a man that she does not love. Disguised as a gentleman so she can travel without being married, Polly secures travel with a wagon train bound for the Oregon territory. Joshua Adams is trail captain and second cousin to Polly’s fiancé, a pious man built with a strong will of determination and sweat. Imagine Joshua’s amusement when he learned that one of the men on his train is a woman. Nearly two weeks into the trail, Joshua is convinced the only way to ensure Polly’s safety and her return to his cousin, is to marry her. In an ironic twist of fate, Polly finds herself married to a man she does not love. The very thing she ran away from home to avoid, she now faces. Follow Polly and Joshua through their adventures across the frontier as their marriage of convenience blossoms into romance on the Overland Trail.

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Diane Story

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"Dagger's Lust" Getting good response,,,,

Hi friends,
My new erotic romance "Dagger's Lust" is getting a good response from the submissions. So far, two requests to read the entire manuscript. Keep your fingers crossed for me....
Have a super-duper night,,
Diane Story

911

Today I sat and watched several shows on TV recounting the terror of 911.
And like ten years ago, I felt as if my heart was being torn from my chest. 
Such a sad time for so many people. 
But today I was also reminded of the many reasons I am so PROUD of my country. 
The eyewitness accounts that I watched today showed me a pictures of true heroism. 
No matter who we are, what color we are, what sex we are, what religion we are, or whatever profession we chose, ALL of us stood together as Americas, and became one. 
AMERICA!!! I am so proud to be part of you....

Diane Story

Finished

Isn't she cute?

Reminds me of the fairies on True Blood.

I wonder if they read romance!

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Good news! I finished my new W.I.P. 

"Dagger's Lust"

I have a few edits to put on it, and then I can start pitching it after I get the query and synopsis done. 

"Dagger's Lust" is my first erotic romance novella. And I have to admit, with a little bit of conceit, that I did a good job with this one. Its fantasy filled, with werewolves, dragons and witches.

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My husband says I've gone to the dark side. hahaha,,, in reality he truly does like the story. It's amazing the types of issues one has to deal with when deciding to write erotica, but actually, it was fun. I can't wait to start a new one. Lots of ideas, just itching to get put down on paper. 

Diane Story

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Happy Labor Day Weekend

Hello,
As we dive in to our Labor Day Weekend, I want to wish you all a safe, and fun filled holiday. And to all of you soldiers out there, THANK YOU! for your courage, your support, and your commitment to this country. God Bless You for taking care of us.


Diane Story
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News and Info

At my group meeting with Yosemite Romance Writers yesterday, we listened to Donald Maass. He was at the 2010 RWA conference. If you've never had the chance to hear his lessons, make sure you take the time at the next conference. You can also go on line to his web-site to get locations where he will be having his workshops. I definitely plan on attending if he's going to be at the 2012 RWA conference in Anaheim. 


Its Sunday, so have a great day. It's lovely outside, and he evenings are getting nice. Fall is just around the corner, one of most favorite times of the year.


Congratulations to Kevin and Victoria. Jordan was born on Monday. Watch for their story in People Magazine. Another great niece, how fun. :-)


Have a relaxed day,,


Diane Story    

Stress,,,,, "Got It?"

STRESS A young lady confidently walked around the room while explaining stress management to an audience. As she raised a glass of water, everyone was sure she was going to ask the ultimate question: 'Half empty or half full?' However, she fooled them all.  "How heavy is this glass of water?" she inquired with a smile. Answers called out ranged from 8 oz. to 20 oz. She replied, "The absolute weight doesn't matter. It depends on how long I hold it. If I hold it for a minute, that's not a problem. If I hold it for an hour, I'll have an ache in my right arm. If I hold it for a day, you'll have to call an ambulance. In each case it's the same weight, but the longer I hold it, the heavier it becomes." She continued, "That's the way it is with stress. If we carry our burdens all the time, sooner or later, as the burden becomes increasingly heavy, we won't be able to carry on." "As with the glass of water, you have to put it down for a while and rest before holding it again. When we're refreshed, we can carry on with the burden -- holding stress longer and better each time. So, as early in the evening as you can, put all your burdens down. Don't carry them through the evening and into the night.... Pick them up tomorrow. "Whatever burdens you're carrying now, let them down for a moment. Relax; pick them up later after you've rested. Life is short. Enjoy it and the now 'supposed' stress that you've conquered!" 1 * Accept the fact that some days you're the pigeon and some days you're the statue! 2 * Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them. 3 * Always read stuff that will make you look good if you die in the middle of it. 4 * Drive carefully. It's not only cars that can be recalled by their Maker. 5 * If you can't be kind, at least have the decency to be vague. 6 * If you lend someone $20 and never see that person again, it was probably worth it. 7 * It may be that your sole purpose in life is simply to serve as a warning to others. 8 * Never buy a car you can't push. 9 * Never put both feet in your mouth at the same time, because then you won't have a leg to stand on. 10 * Nobody cares if you can't dance well. Just get up and dance. 11 * Since it's the early worm that gets eaten by the bird, sleep late. 12 * The second mouse gets the cheese. 13 * When everything's coming your way, you're in the wrong lane.  14 * Birthdays are good for you. The more you have, the longer you live. 15 * You may be only one person in the world, but you may also be the world to one person. 16 * Some mistakes are too much fun to make only once.  17 * We could learn a lot from crayons. Some are sharp, some are pretty, and some are dull. Some have weird names and all are different colors, but they all have to live in the same box.  18 * A truly happy person is one who can enjoy the scenery on a detour.  19 * Have an awesome day and know that someone has thought about you today.  20 * It was I, your friend! *Save the earth: it's the only planet with chocolate!*

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Diane Story

Robert Bloeser Oil Painting

For all my art loving friends, here's a rare find. I've listed a beautiful Robert Bloeser painting. Check it out. Not only is this a beautiful ocean painting, but it's also romantic.
Diane

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/art/2548739048.html

As Parents & grandparents......

As parents and grandparents we should always,,,,

1. Be the mosquito repellent they need to keep the bugs (bad-guys) away.
2. Keep them on the same pedestal as the one you put them on the day they were born. If you thought they were smart then, they are just as smart or more so when they are twenty.
3.  Never change your vision of them.
4.  Encourage them to succeed.
5. Don't have them unless you are willing to make sacrifices.
6.  Kiss them good morning and good night.
7. Never be jealous of them. 
8. Encourage them to do better than you.
9. School and homework are not an option, they are a requirement. Even if your parents did not make it yours.
10. Love and respect them. Spoil them,,,, in the good ways. 

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I have two kids and four grand kids. I love them all very much. I respect them and their choices and I know the feelings are mutual. So I guess I'M BRAGGING,,,, Thanks for letting me.

Have an awesome day,

Diane Story

Fantasy,,, or not!

Who likes fantasy romance?
I know it is a hot topic within the romance genre nowadays, and I was wondering what readers thought about it. Are you getting sick of Vampires and Werewolves?
Lets not include "True Blood" because I'm pretty hooked on that series. But what about others.
Let me know... I'm gathering opinions for my new project.

Have a nice Saturday,
Diane Story