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Sunday, December 7, 2014
Sunday, November 30, 2014
The Alpha King: Release Day!
The Alpha KingAvailable NOW!
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A re-release with over 22,500 words added to the original novel. A number of new scenes: more of Tal's backstory, more of Talon and Blaze together, more of Buck and Percy, more of Talon in his role as Alpha "Bitch" of Tumaro, just a whole lot more.
3 Things That Didn't Make it Into The Alpha King
A scene where Talon and Blaze come upon a bearcow and Blaze shifts and hunts it down to present it to Talon as a gift, but Talon is distraught by the kill and tries to bring the animal back to life. It really showed the difference between the way these two characters viewed the world.
A scene at the end of the book with Blaze and Talon playing with their children. I just felt as if the book was already over and that was extraneous information that could be saved for the next book.
The actual distance between the planets was kept out of the book. I did extensive world building, even going so far as to create a star map, so I can tell people exactly how many light years Tumaro is from Strawxigian. But I realized that not everyone is as big a nerd as I am and I didn't want to put the readers to sleep so I kept out that information (Answer: 5 light years)
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Sunday, November 23, 2014
The Alpha King: Giveaway!
November 30th
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Centuries after the destruction of Earth, destiny is being fulfilled and plans are in motion to restore not only the Earth, but mankind, to its former glory. One family is fated to bring about this amazing destiny. One man puts it all in motion, the day he crashes onto the wolf-planet of Tumaro and meets his mate.
Talon Versuthion always knew that some kind of way, life was going to screw him over. His parents died when he was just a boy and he can't remember a thing about them. He was adopted by a great family only to have them tell him that he is a Vermithian, one of the most despised humanoid species. Even worse than that? He has no idea that a prophecy was made about his family, one that mentions that someone from the Versuthion family will bring back a pure human race. And there are people out there who will stop at nothing to make sure that never happens. No matter what.
While on a delivery for the GPA with his adopted sister Josie, however, Tal's space shuttle crashes onto Tumaro, the notorious wolf-shifter planet. Tal is lucky to be alive, though Josie can't be found. He is desperate to find her, but destiny steps in and history is changed forever. Because the Alpha King of the planet, Blazell Roughshire, is Talon's mate. And before the two men can even settle into their new relationship they must deal with conspiracy, murder, kidnapping and a centuries old plot to completely eradicate the human race. Will Blaze be able to keep his mate safe from those who would see him dead? Is Tal truly the only one left from his family who can fulfill this centuries old prophecy? And can Tal, who has made it a point to never fall in love with anyone, open his heart and let Blaze be Passion's hero?
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Monday, November 17, 2014
The Alpha King: Excerpt
The Alpha KingNovember 30th
Talon felt his brain pause momentarily at the endearment, but then the other man’s words sank in. “What?! No-No-No! No, you have to be wrong! She was sitting in the seat next to mine. She was there! You have to go find her! You have to go and find my sister! Josie! Josie!” Talon was frantic. He sat up swiftly, swaying a bit and pushing away the mysterious man who seemed determined to try to make him lay back down in the bed. “Let me go! I have to go and find my sister! Josie!” He screamed. He tried to race for the door, stumbling along the way, which swung open in front of him, causing him to barrel into a very wide, very firm chest.
“Whoa, there. Where are you running off to?”
The chest spoke, and Talon felt his entire body flush. He wanted to wrap his arms around the body before him, wanted to wrap his legs around the bigger man’s waist and never let go. Talon lifted his gaze up past the thick, muscled, and tanned neck to the square jaw, dusted faintly with a dark, five o’clock shadow, to the aquiline nose that spoke of an aristocratic heritage, to a pair of the most gorgeous dark blue eyes that Talon had ever seen. They were almost startling in their intensity. Add to that the long black hair that hung to just below broad shoulders and an awe-inspiring, overly large frame. The stranger was a walking wet dream come true. Talon quickly reconsidered when the man growled low and clutched him fiercely before burying his face in Talon’s neck. Talon squeaked in surprise but did not pull away. He felt safe in this man’s arms, even though he didn’t know his name. He never wanted to let go.
Talon felt the world spin when the man in question quickly jerked Talon behind him and growled “Mine” at the other man in the room. His voice was low, forceful, growly, and full of authority and power. Talon knew this man was not one to be messed with. He was the law in that room at that moment. Talon was happy the man seemed to be on his side, even if he wasn’t exactly sure why.
“Blazell? Are you saying that this… humanoid… is your mate?” the first man asked incredulously.
The man named Blazell turned to look at Talon, his eyes softening rapidly and a slow smile coming to his face. He inhaled deeply, breathing in Talon’s scent, his eyes closing before he turned back to answer the question. “Yes, Buck, he’s mine… my mate.”
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Saturday, November 1, 2014
Friday, October 17, 2014
99c Sale! Revenge The Cowboy Way
Revenge, The Cowboy Way by Penny Estelle
Let me take a few minutes to tell you about my story, Revenge, The Cowboy Way. A hundred years ago, I had my first child. Well, since I was up 24/7 I figured I would read (something I never did) and got the book Sweet Savage Love, by Rosemary Rogers. The story of Ginny Brandon and Steve Morgan. YIKES! This was a steamy story and to this day, one of my favorites.
As I read it, I thought, “Heck, I can do this!” So, five years later I finished a 300 page story on my Electric Brothers typewriter and was sure I had written the next great American novel. HMMMMM – I sent off two queries and got two, “Thanks, but no, thanks” replies. I put my story in a box and it lived in my closet for forty years.
After getting several books published, I thought I would take it out and have a look at it. Oh my goodness. What pathetic writing. I had to rewrite the whole story! I sent the first four chapters to Rooster and Pig Publishing and they sent me a contract. I was absolutely thrilled! My other published stories were shorts or novellas. This was my first novel!
I guess in today’s world you can’t write stories anymore of bodice rippers and men having their way with women whenever they want. Well, my story had some of those things in it. MY POOR EDITOR – She kept saying, “I think you should change this,” and, “Really, this needs to be softer.” Well of course, she was right and her suggestions and input made the story so much better.
Read an excerpt below and don't forget to pick up the book for just 99c!
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Blurb
When Brian Thornton is taken by surprise at gunpoint, while in the bed of a beautiful, wealthy woman, he swears his revenge. But when he learns his humiliation was at the hands of a young woman and a boy, his vengeance knows no bounds.
Joanna Simmons finds herself snatched out of her home and taken to Thornton's ship. Against her will, she travels to Texas, and then by wagon train to Bastrop, Brian's home town. Joanna finds acceptance and genuine friendship with the people of the town, down to Brian's sister, but the emotional war that wages between Brian and Joanna, keeps any kind of happiness at bay.
Revenge, the Cowboy Way, is the story of hate, love and revenge. The question is: Whose revenge is it?
Revenge, the Cowboy Way, is the story of hate, love and revenge. The question is: Whose revenge is it?
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Excerpt
Joanna busied herself by cleaning a big black kettle in the corner. She hung it by the handle and swung it over the fire. Then began the arduous task of filling it, one rain-filled bucket at a time. It was getting later in the day, and the rain still hadn’t let up at all.
She was feeding the fire when Brian finally returned.
She jumped up and ran to help him take off his slicker. His hands were like ice and his lips were blue. His teeth were chattering so hard, he couldn’t talk. “Get over here by the fire. We need to get these clothes off right now before you freeze to death!” Her energy was zapped just undressing him. She wrapped blankets around him and laid him by the fire. He was asleep instantly.
He had brought in two burlap bags. Inside one were two rabbits and inside the other were vegetables and coffee. How did he come by these? Remembering when Brian had shown her how to clean a rabbit, she set to work doing just that. She cut the meat into chunks, dropping them into the water, and then cut up the vegetables. It would take a long time for the rabbit to be eatable, but at least Pappy would have some broth when he woke next. She also found some tin cups and made herself a cup of coffee.
Joanna sat up long into the night, drinking coffee, leaning against the wall by the fireplace. She watched Brian sleep. She finally admitted it. She loved this man. She also knew he would never return her love. Should she leave? Should she stay with Pappy for as long as he would have her? At least she would be able to see Brian. Could she live that way, seeing him with other women—maybe marrying someone else? No, she couldn’t.
Excerpt
Joanna busied herself by cleaning a big black kettle in the corner. She hung it by the handle and swung it over the fire. Then began the arduous task of filling it, one rain-filled bucket at a time. It was getting later in the day, and the rain still hadn’t let up at all.
She was feeding the fire when Brian finally returned.
She jumped up and ran to help him take off his slicker. His hands were like ice and his lips were blue. His teeth were chattering so hard, he couldn’t talk. “Get over here by the fire. We need to get these clothes off right now before you freeze to death!” Her energy was zapped just undressing him. She wrapped blankets around him and laid him by the fire. He was asleep instantly.
He had brought in two burlap bags. Inside one were two rabbits and inside the other were vegetables and coffee. How did he come by these? Remembering when Brian had shown her how to clean a rabbit, she set to work doing just that. She cut the meat into chunks, dropping them into the water, and then cut up the vegetables. It would take a long time for the rabbit to be eatable, but at least Pappy would have some broth when he woke next. She also found some tin cups and made herself a cup of coffee.
Joanna sat up long into the night, drinking coffee, leaning against the wall by the fireplace. She watched Brian sleep. She finally admitted it. She loved this man. She also knew he would never return her love. Should she leave? Should she stay with Pappy for as long as he would have her? At least she would be able to see Brian. Could she live that way, seeing him with other women—maybe marrying someone else? No, she couldn’t.
And what about Pappy? Since her grandfather had died, this was the one man she could trust completely, and she had come to love this gentle old soul. It was like a stab in her heart to see the two men she loved, lying on the floor, so still and vulnerable. How infinitely sad she felt! Everything in the world she wanted was right here, in this broken down shack, yet nothing was in reach.
“Joanna...”
She never hesitated, just went to Brian, hungry for his embrace, weeping quietly against his shoulder.
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Penny Estelle is best selling author who writes for all ages, from the early reader to adults. Her books range from pictures books for the little ones, to fantasy. time-travel adventures for ages 9 to 13. She also, under P. A. Estelle, has written adult stories including a family drama and contemporary, paranormal and historical westerns romances.
Penny was a school secretary for 21 years. She and her husband moved to their retirement home in Kingman, AZ, on very rural 54 acres, living on solar and wind only.
Previous books can be found at Muse It Up
Friday, October 10, 2014
Massive Price Drop! Permanent Sales
Rooster and Pig is dropping the prices on several of our books PERMANENTLY. Take advantage of these great discounts to pick up that one story you've been dying to read.
Revenge The Cowboy Way
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The Ultimate Magick
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Twilight of Lanar'ya
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Midnight of Lanar'ya
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Gunning for Marie
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