Surprise Cover Reveal!

The book cover for Rowdy is here! What do you think? I love it. Thank you to Mayhem Cover Creations for your fantastic design work.

I am so excited to share this story with you. In the meantime, check out an excerpt on my FB page:

Rowdy Excerpt

Happy 2017!

At last 2016 is in the rearview mirror, and 2017 is the long road ahead that I'm so eager to travel. I'm not going to mince words, this past year wasn't my best. It was downright difficult. In fact, it has been a few years of difficulties and challenges, but...everyday we take a breath is fresh-start-opportunity. I'm ready to move forward in a number of areas in my life. Today is a new day after all.

I expected my upcoming book, Rowdy, to be out months ago. Due to unforeseen circumstances, things have been delayed. At last, though, the end is in sight, and I can't wait to share Rowdy and Trina's story with you. 

Right now, I'd like to share an excerpt and the latest teaser from the book. 

But first, a reminder. As you might recall, it is not necessary to read the Scorched Souls series in advance, considering Rowdy is a spinoff, BUT doing so will give you improved insight and deeper knowledge of past events. To make this advance reading easier...

The entire Scorched Souls saga is available, in one volume, for just $.99 or FREE for Kindle Unlimited, so you can't really lose by taking a peek.  

You can pick up your copy of the Scorched Souls Saga here

 

Then get ready to find out what happens when one badass biker meets his private nurse for the first time in a brief Rowdy-preview.

(Excerpt from Rowdy is copyrighted material/C.L. Riley/2017)  

Click Here to visit my Facebook page to read excerpt.

Thank you for visiting, and I hope you will come back soon. 
Best wishes for you in the New Year.  

Rock-Stars, Groupies, Music, and More

Life has been crazy as it always seems to be. I'm working on meeting my deadline for Bad Beats. I am really, really excited for this book. In fact, in celebration of its upcoming release, I have been sharing some old rock-star memorabilia (backstage pass photos and other pictures) on my personal Facebook page and on my author page. 

You can join me on Facebook here:

C.L. Riley Personal Page
C.L. Riley Author Page

Yes, I was a teen in the late seventies and eighties. Sex, drugs, and rock n' roll was our credo, and we lived by it. I've done plenty of things I'm not exactly proud of, but I sure had some amazingly fun and exciting times too. Going to concerts, meeting bands, partying with said bands and more. I have been able to hang on to a ton of my backstage passes and even snapped a few photos. Remember...this was the pre-cell phone era. Sadly, I didn't get to take a bunch of selfies with the famous folks I was hanging out with. I do, thankfully, have some pretty good pictures and autographs. 

Check out some of my old passes and the teasers for Bad Beats, A Rock-star Step-brother Romance.  

 

 Now for the book...

 

I hope I peaked your interest for Bad Beats! I also want to thank everyone who has picked up a copy of Scorched Souls: The Complete Saga (Firetrap, Firefight, Firestorm, and Fireworks all in one BIG book) released in February.

Say hello! I'd love to hear from you. What are you reading? Watching? It is so fun to connect with readers around the globe. I have met some amazing people this past year. I'm counting on 2016 to be a year to remember. 

If you'd like to read Bad Beats, make sure to add to your Goodreads to read list and watch for giveaways. I am currently running this CONTEST:

 

New Release and Promotion

Scorched Souls: The Complete Saga is LIVE at last. You can read Firetrap, Firefight, Firestorm, and Fireworks all in one 'big book.' Plus two bonus chapters! Grab it on Kindle. It is currently free for Kindle Unlimited.

Also happening is a Review Promotion.
 How it works...

1. Read the book.
2. Review the book on Amazon.
3. Send me a personal message via Facebook, Twitter, Email etc. with a link or screenshot of the review.
4. Wait until February 22, 2016 to see if you're the big WINNER! (Random drawing will be used to select the winner from submitted reviewers.)

The Prize: One (1) $25.00 Amazon Gift Card OR $25.00 in PayPal cash to spend as you wish, and a future copy of Bad Beats, to be released Spring 2016.

I know how busy we all are, and leaving a review can sometimes feel like a chore. Even when I love a book, I have difficulty writing/leaving reviews, too...thus the little motivating 'push' to encourage you to share your thoughts about Scorched Souls.

Many of you send me personal notes that describe how much you have enjoyed Boone and Olympia's story. Would you be willing to share those same thoughts with the world?  Even a few short words can help readers decide what to read. Like any author, it is my dream you will get lost in the tale I've told and help spread the word so others can find my work 'on the shelf' with so many other fantastic reading choices.

A big thank you is in order as well!


Francessca's Romance Reviews hosted my Release Day Blitz. Take a peek! You'll find the options to connect with me on her post.

Thank you, Francessca and all the participating blogs and websites for helping share Scorched Souls with your followers! Thank you readers for reading. Thank you fellow authors for your support, advice, and encouragement. Thank you to those of you who make it your personal mission to spread the word for indie authors and their books. You all mean so much and I appreciate all you do.

Visit Francessca's Romance Reviews

Pre-Order Price...just $.99 until Release Date

Okay, everyone, here is the scoop! Scorched Souls: The Complete Saga, is releasing for Kindle on February 9, 2016. At that time, the book will retail for $2.99.

BUT...right now, I am running a special Pre-Order SALE. You will be able to read the entire Scorched Souls series, that's Firetrap, Firefight, Firestorm, and Fireworks, plus two bonus chapters, one featuring Rowdy, for less than a dollar. That is 444 pages! Just $.99! Great price for a BIG book.

And, due to popular demand, it looks as if Rowdy will be getting his own book. My upcoming book release schedule (subject to change) looks like this:

February 9, 2016 - Scorched Souls: The Complete Saga, for Kindle.
(It is currently available in trade paperback). 

April/May 2016 - Bad Beats: A Rock-Star Step-Brother Romance. 

Summer 2016 - Rowdy's book. No title yet. 

By the end of 2016 - Bottle Banished, Book II: Claiming Cassie

This is a pretty aggressive schedule for me, considering I also work full time. But I'm crossing my fingers that I can manage it all. That is why I always say...subject to change. Sometimes life has other ideas. I suspect you understand! Phew, deep breath. I can do it!

For now, grab your pre-order copy of Scorched Souls! For your convenience, the links are below:

Scorched Souls: US 

Scorched Souls: UK

Scorched Souls: AU  

Scorched Souls: CA

 

Special Edition, Trade Paperback -- Scorched Souls -- Available Now!

At last, the entire Scorched Souls Saga is available in one place. That's right. For those of you who prefer to hold an actual book in your hands, while smelling the one-of-a-kind, delicious fragrance that comes only from the pages of a new book, you're in luck. 

All four books are together in a special edition, trade paperback format!

Also, I've added a bonus chapter for your reading pleasure. I am so thrilled with the cover and would love to promote one of my favorite (super easy to work with) cover designers: 

The Book Cover Machine.  

Below is the Amazon link. The book is 382 pages.

Get a copy 

If you would like an autographed copy, please message me. 

In closing, I want to say thank you to all my readers, supporters, bloggers, and other authors, who have made this journey so awesome. Your suggestions have been so valuable. Your kind comments and encouraging words are so appreciated. I'm wishing you all an amazingly awesome 2016. 

It's Live at Last! Fireworks is now available.

 I haven't been blogging much due to working so hard to complete the fourth and final installment in the Scorched Souls Series - Fireworks. And...drum roll, please! It is now LIVE and ready to read. 

The entire Scorched Souls Series is finished. There will be a very cool, special edition paperback coming in the next couple of weeks, with a bonus chapter. If you have been curious to learn what happens with Boone and Olympia, now is the time. 

Fireworks is just $.99 or FREE for Kindle Unlimited. Also, book one, Firetrap, will be reduced and available as a FREEBIE starting tomorrow, December 28 through December 31. So it is a great time to start the series if you've been waiting for all the books to be completed. 

Purchase Links for Fireworks:

Get Fireworks in US

Get Fireworks in CA

Get Fireworks in UK

Get Fireworks in AU 

Other News:

I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. 2015 is coming to a rapid conclusion. I want to wish you and your loved ones a HAPPY AND BLESSED NEW YEAR! 

 
 
 

Special Edition Paperback

 
I am working a way on completing Fireworks, book three in the Scorched Souls Series. I can't wait to bring Boone and Olympia's adventure to its exciting conclusion. Once the series is completed, I will be offering a special edition, trade paperback version of the entire series in one place. This will be a BIG book. Well over 400 pages. Who knows...there may even be bonus material, as well. We'll see. Watch for details just in time for the Holidays. 

I am revealing the cover now. Thank you to Laura, at the Book Cover Machine, for creating such awesome covers for this series. 

The Cover Reveal:

Firestorm is LIVE at last!

After a crazy few days dealing with KDP's review/approval process, Firestorm is finally available for your reading pleasure. They initially refused to publish due to the content. Yes, this installment is darker, dirtier, and dangerous, and had some apparent 'trigger' words, but I have read far more graphic books. 

The good news...I made a few, very small changes and it is ready to read. Having a "banned" book for a day or two was rather stressful. I am glad it is over. 

Here are some Book Teasers, and below you will find links to Firestorm on various Amazon sites. 

Purchase Firestorm on Amazon

Amazon US Store

Amazon UK Store

Amazon AU Store

Amazon CA Store

Thank you so much for reading the Scorched Souls Serial-Series. You can expect the fourth and final book -- Fireworks -- to release in late November (sooner if possible). Your reviews and comments mean so much. I would be so grateful if you could take a minute to leave a brief review on Amazon...Goodreads too, if you feel the urge. 

Again thank you and happy reading!

Do you enjoy creating BOOK TEASERS?

I can't wait to reveal Firestorm to you guys! I'm sorry it is taking a tad longer then expected. I want it to be perfect. There are so many twists and turns...major surprises to reveal. Make sure to read Firetrap and Firefight first. This is definitely not a standalone series. Each book builds on the previous. Fireworks will be the final installment.

Also, if you are enjoying the series, would you consider helping me spread the word? 

I would love to see what kind of book teaser you can come up with. In fact...how about a TEASER CONTEST. Create a Teaser for Firetrap, Firefight, or Firestorm or the series as a whole. We'll have folks vote for the WINNER. The winner will get a $20 Amazon Gift Card and a special edition paperback of the series (coming once series is complete). Fine Print: Will need at least 10 entries from 10 contributors to make this a contest, so let your friends know. Final date to enter is October 7, 2015. If you need some pictures or quotes, message me on Facebook . Feel free to grab what you might need in order to create your amazing artwork from my social media sites. 

Good Luck! Can't wait to see those mad design skills at work. REMEMBER; Facebook has nothing to do with this contest/giveaway, it is all on me, the author.

Firestorm

The third book in the Scorched Souls Serial-Series, Firestorm, is coming soon. I need to prepare you...this installment is the darkest of the four books. 

I promise there will be Fireworks once the storm passes, but these characters will go through hell to reach their HEA. Be Warned. 

It's Here! Firefight is LIVE!

Are you ready to get your soul scorched a second time? I hope so! Firefight is now available for just $.99 or FREE for Kindle Unlimited. 

Contest winners were drawn for the PRE-ORDER GIVEAWAY and announced on Facebook. 

Purchase Links for Firefight are provided below the teaser. Happy Reading!

Purchase Links for Firefight

Amazon US

Amazon CA

Amazon UK

Amazon AU

Firefight is almost here!

Hey everyone, I have been so busy finalizing Firefight and starting on Firestorm. Wow...so much to write! And so many fantastic books to read. Ahhhhhh...balancing time can be hard, especially since I still work a full time "day job." Hopefully someday my writing will become my full time job. 

Anyway, I want to share a contest that has only a few days remaining. Two people will win a $25.00 Amazon Gift Card and all my books on Kindle (that means books that are already published and books yet to be written and/or published). 

If you visit this amazing book blog, iScreamBooks you will find all the contest details and other cool stuff about my upcoming book. The contest link is near the bottom of the post. You can also find details on my Facebook Fan Page. 

And...check out three new teasers. 

Amazing Fan-made Trailer for Firetrap!

Check out the new, amazing fan-made trailer for Firetrap. Is Angel talented or what? I hope everyone had a great Fourth of July weekend. You will be able to pre-order Firefight any day now. Can't wait to share book two with you. Until then...happy reading!

What do you think of the trailer? I was thrilled. 

Pre-order Firetrap now!

Release Date for Firetrap is May 28, 2015, right in time for the Memorial Day weekend! Just $.99 on Kindle. In honor of it's release, Bottle Banished: Dreaming of Genie's price has been reduced to $1.99. 

Click here to get to Firetrap on Amazon

Click here for a copy of Bottle Banished: Dreaming of Genie

Sneak Peek! Firetrap is almost here!

Okay, we're taking a brief break from sexy jinns and genies to focus on sexy, brawny, bad-ass bikers!

The Scorched Souls serial-series is my latest project. Book one, Firetrap, releases in May. Pre-order and release date information coming soon. So in lieu of this latest endeavor, how about a tantalizing teaser to heat things up?

First, how many of you remember the movie, Overboard, starring Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell? 

Yes, it was a 1980's flick (1987 to be exact). I found it funny and endearing. The idea of a stereotypical rich bitch losing her memory and being tricked into "wife-hood" by a down-to-earth, rough-around-the-edges man and his boys, was an intriguing premise.  The dark humor and romance made it a hit.If you haven't watched it, you should. 

Now, imagine that movie, Overboard, meeting the scorching hot FX television series, Sons of Anarchy, and you have The Scorched Souls serial-series. In other words, the dark humor and romance is there, but there are dark themes, including BDSM elements, naughty language, and a ton of suspense and mystery too.

You can expect four books between 80 and 140 pages each in length. 

1. Firetrap
2. Fire Fight
3. Firestorm
4. Fireworks

They will release six to eight weeks apart, possibly faster. The price will NEVER go above $1.99. I've seen some serial series start out free or $.99 and end up at $2.99 or $3.99. Not happening here! The first book will release at $.99 with some great promos to come. 

So, now that the logistics are out of the way, here is a teaser from the main character, Olympia Olsen's Point of View:

Olympia

I slipped into my teeniest bikini, eager to spend the day lounging by the pool in the sun. After last night, I’d decided the best place for me was far away from the supposed civilized biker my dad had hired. The men at Milton’s had been anything but civilized, especially the one who’d bent the bartender over in front of everyone.

Of course it would have to be him. He’d watched me the whole time he was plowing into her. I should have been appalled, but I’d been turned on.

When I’d peeled my panties off before bed, I’d been horrified to find them soaked. I’d never been that wet, not even during my heaviest make out sessions with Conner.  Ever since the day the biker had helped put out the fire, he’d occupied my thoughts and dominated my dreams. Conner, as attractive as he was, couldn’t keep my attention. He paled in comparison to the biker, who was steamy sex on a stick.

I glanced at my engagement ring. It would get better once we were actually married. It had to, right?

“Miss Olsen, your carpenter has arrived,” the new housekeeper called from outside my closed door, keeping me from answering the one question I was certain I wouldn’t like the answer to.

Regardless of my worries, I was going to marry Conner. I’d just caught a case of cold feet. I wasn’t the first bride to experience pre-wedding jitters, and I certainly wouldn’t be the last. At least my walk down the aisle was a good year away.

“Miss Olsen…” she started again.

“I heard you the first time. Tell him I’ll be ready in a minute. He’s early.” I was tempted to send him away.

My head hurt from all the free dinks I’d consumed during my girls night out, and sleep had been elusive. Images of one strong-as-steel biker had kept me up all night. He might have been physically fucking the skanky bartender, but mentally it was about me. A blind man could have seen that. And I wanted him to take me the way he had her, hard and fast. For a virgin, I had no problem in the fantasy department, and my toy collection had kept me busy exploring.

Pushing the away the filthy thoughts, I planned my day.

Once I explained my vision for the bathroom, I would escape to my poolside lounge chair. Maybe the sun’s warmth would lull me to sleep. Though with my luck, I’d dream about the infuriating man; my desires would find their way right into dreamland.

“James!” I yelled at my bodyguard slash butler. He waited just outside my bedroom door. “I need you.”

As always, he entered without delay. He knew better than to keep me waiting. “Yes, Miss Olsen? What can I do for you?”

“That carpenter…escort him up here, and then get my pool supplies ready. And call me, Olympia. I hate Miss. How many times do I need to remind you?"

He inclined his head and left to carry out my orders, wisely keeping his mouth shut.

My dad had hired him and my housekeeper to go with the new house. He’d managed to pick the perfect staff; loyal, dedicated, and willing to tolerate my treatment no matter how bitchy and bossy I was. I didn’t doubt he was paying them way more than what they would make elsewhere, which was a green light for me to do what I wanted. I would make sure they earned their salaries.

I hurried over to open the doors to my private balcony. Stepping outside, I gazed down at the pool, its water shimmering in the morning sunlight. My chase was waiting, towels, lotion, and a mini ice chest next to it. Apparently James had already anticipated my wishes.

He’d been hired a month before the house was complete and had already figured out how to foresee my needs, discovering the hard way what happened when he didn’t.

I smiled to myself. Another man under my thumb, just the way I liked it.

“Olympia, this is Mr. Richards,” James announced from behind.

Just great, I hadn’t put on my cover up; which meant, Mr. Richards, AKA biker carpenter, was getting a very intimate view of my ass.

My favorite bikini bottom, as Conner liked to point out, was just a thin strip of material that rested between my butt cheeks, not an actual swimsuit bottom. Though, despite his complaints, he loved to tease me and referred to me as Cheeky when I wore it. A teeny triangle made up the front, leaving little to the imagination.

Mr. Richards cleared his throat.

“My cover, James?”

He handed it over in a blink. I still couldn’t get over how fast he moved. Thankfully, I was now hidden beneath the silk. I cinched the belt and turned to face my newest worker, prepared to put him in his place.

When he met my gaze, a wicked grin spread across his handsome face. “Olympia Olsen,” he drawled. “Nice to see you again, so soon.”

I released a puff of air and sputtered, “You! You’re not doing my bathroom. No way. Send someone else.”

“Is there a problem, sugar?” My dad entered the bedroom, surprising me. “I just wanted to make sure…”

“Make sure what? That I could handle my own construction project.” I turned my shock and fury at seeing the man who’d kept me awake all night and was now standing in my bedroom with a tool belt slung from his hips onto my dumbstruck father.

Mr. Richards raised a brow, challenging me. If I complained about his behavior last night, my dad and fiancé would know where I’d been drinking. Something that wasn’t acceptable. Conner would lose it. Having me hanging out at some dive bar didn’t look good for his political aspirations. 

As for the burly biker who’d invaded my dreams, there was no way I was letting him intimidate me. This was a simple business transaction. No reason to get upset. I’d overreacted. James was by my side, hovering protectively. All I had to do was explain what I wanted and disappear poolside.

So what if he was wearing a black t-shirt that strained across his chest, clinging to his hard contours and defined abs. If I could just stop staring, I’d be fine. Besides, it didn’t matter what he looked like, he was wrong for me in every way.

Even so, I couldn’t help but admire the way his tattooed arms flexed when he crossed them. It was undeniably impressive.

 Not a problem. I’d just keep my eyes off his bulging biceps. I could do that.

With renewed resolve, I tore my gaze away from his body, only to be rewarded by his smug, knowing expression that had me questioning my sanity.

“Olympia,” my dad pressed, pulling me from my appraisal. “I never doubted your ability to explain your vision. I just wanted to make sure things were off to a good start. Remember, I hired Mr. Richards.”

“Indeed you did,” I muttered. “Daddy, go to work. James is here with me. I’ll be fine.”

He walked over and kissed the top of my head. “See you at dinner, sweetie. Mr. Richards, I trust you will exceed my daughter’s expectations. This project is very important to her.”

“Oh, I have no doubt I will exceed any and every expectation your daughter has.”

My dad nodded and left, missing, or choosing to ignore, the way the biker’s gaze devoured me. I shivered despite the sun’s warmth beating on my back through the open balcony doors.

This was going to be a long, long day. 

 
I hope you enjoyed this brief snapshot. Let me know what you think, and don't forget to pick up a copy of Bottle Banished: Dreaming of Genie. If you like bad boy bikers, you'll love the bad jinns in Bottle Banished.

Until next time, happy reading!