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Dark fantasy from Shadowfire Press (Oct. 2, 2009) |
______ | Lissa and her roommate Selena's Halloween open house draws more guests than they intend when they use Selena's grandmother's old crystal ball and matching mirror as decorations. A mysterious man in black turns out to be anything but human and Selena is in real jeopardy. Can Lissa help their new neighbor, Rafe, save Selena when all hell literally breaks loose? Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Contemporary erotic romance novella from Freya's Bower (Sept. 8, 2009) |
______ | When Dana's boyfriend drags her to Wilderness Outfitters on a Friday night, she wonders why so many people find The Great Outdoors so great. Until she meets Hank- six feet of tanned muscle, wrapped in a faded black T-shirt and jean shorts loose on his hips. Eyes like wildfire burning in a sun-kissed face. Grinning like a fox.
After her boyfriend dumps her in the parking lot, humiliation becomes gratitude when Hank invites her to his favorite camping spot, and she seizes on the impulse to change her boring life.
A web programmer, Dana's outdoor experience had consisted of walks to and from her car. Alone on a mountaintop, as she struggles to set up camp, a five-foot snake doesn't seem a welcome sight: until Hank comes to her rescue.
He initiates her to the pleasures of hiking, campfires, and Harley rides down winding roads. Making love beneath a starry sky, Hank awakens a primal Wilderness Girl in Dana she never knew existed.
Their weekend feels like a fantasy, which proves all too true on their return to civilization. As the daily grind eats into their time together, their romance begins to come untethered.
Will her high-tech lifestyle clash with his low-tech one? Can she manage to recapture the passion of the wilderness in their city existence? You Gotta Read Reviews (Highest rating): I loved this story for one main reason- it's why I love romances. The story was so fun. Ms. Masters can write a story filled with all the ingredients for a good erotic, romance in my book. Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Women's fiction novella from Eternal Press (Aug. 7, 2009) |
______ | Harrisburg News reporter Sydney Welles writes award-winning, attention-getting news stories. Her career's on track, but she'd like a little more attention in her personal life. A year ago, she shared a great kiss with Philadelphia Daily News photographer Ben Taylor. Since then, nothing but a string of one-hit wonders. Suddenly, Ben's back in her life - well, in her newsroom, anyway - but he acts as if he's meeting her for the first time. Their story assignments throw them into uncomfortably close quarters, but Claudia, her editor, reminds Sydney she's a consummate professional. She can handle it. Sydney's not so certain when she and Ben go undercover to expose the mayor for shady dealings and he kisses her again. To keep their cover, he says. The mayor resigns amid shame, and Sydney's the toast of the town. Two other reporters take an interest in more than her journalistic talents, but Sydney can't help picturing herself back in Ben's arms. Will she still want to once she learns Ben's secret? BookWenches said: "I found myself drawn into the story... and charmed by both the story's touches of humor and its colorful and personable characters. In Sydney and Ben, Ms. Masters has given us a hero and heroine who feel very "real" and quite human." Romancing the Pubs said: "The heroine is intelligent and resilient. The hero is sexy and charming. And the political background made for an exciting source of external conflict." Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Champagne (contemporary) short from The Wild Rose Press (July 15, 2009) |
______ | When publicist Allison Morris' life falls apart, can she learn to stop planning and go with gravity? Even if it means falling into the arms of world-renowned surfer Wes Hamilton, whose lifestyle is the polar opposite of her own? Mistress Bella Reviews said: Wow! Talk about a book that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. Ms. Masters has given us another masterpiece. She has given us another story to stay up way past our bedtime to read. The 4.5 book review said: If you are looking for a romance story which can make you believe that love is real, that it can sneak up on you when you least expect it and thrill to its force as a powerful whirlwind for change, then you are going enjoy reading Going with Gravity. Romance Studio's 4.5 book review: I did not want to put it down. It was as if I was there watching the story unfold. There were moments of poignant emotional conflict. I liked this book and would recommend it to everyone. Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Dark fantasy short from Freya's Bower (July 7, 2009) |
______ | Marrying Jon, Clio imagines her life could not be more complete. Soon after their honeymoon, his ambition to build his new wine distributorship becomes an obsession. As his new client, Dion, insists on more and more of Jon's time, he lures Clio to his side. Michelangelo's David has nothing on godlike Dion, who charms her with his old-world ways. But he can't make her break her vow to Jon. The more time she spends with Dion, the greater her sense of danger. When Jon disappears, Clio runs through the vineyards to look for him. What she finds astounds her, and threatens their future - and Jon's life. Can her love save him? Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Dark Fantasy novella from Eternal Press (June 7, 2009) |
______ | When Madelyn sells her soul on UBuy, she's not ready for the hell that's unleashed. All she really wants is to make a success of her art. But the gorgeous stranger who buys her soul for $666 asks her to perform a few tasks. Tests of her true worth, Madelyn thinks, as each brings her - and her cat Brutus - into greater danger. And closer to the frightening shadowy figure stalking her. On All Hallows Eve, her final test will open the gates of hell. Or is it heaven? You Gotta Read Reviews said: The writing style made me feel as though I were a part of the story instead of someone on the outside looking in. I was pulled into the story and couldn't stop until I hit the last page. The ending by the way ..... OUTSTANDING! I loved it! One Soul for Sale was filled with action scenes which made it a riveting story. Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Women's fiction short from Wild Child Publishing (May 26, 2009) |
______ | Krista's perfect happiness bubble bursts when Ethan tells her goodbye, but setting her emotions on paper helps her redefine herself - with Todd's help. When Ethan comes back, wanting his share of book profits, Krista's finally ready to take a chance with Todd - but is it too late? Romance Junkies said: "LIBERATION VIA PEN is a great story... The empowerment displayed towards the end was uplifting. Any woman who has been in Krista's shoes will enjoy this read..." Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Faery (fantasy) short from The Wild Rose Press (May 6, 2009) |
______ | Melinda the Muse is frustrated with her student. He isn't writing much these days. At the annual MuseFest, held in a fantastically colorful cloud, she hopes to get new ideas to inspire him. When Devon the duende shows up, is he there to steal her student, or her heart? Review Your Book said: "The Duende and the Muse by Cate Masters was awe-inspiring. A muse wasn't able to accomplish a task in four months, but when working together with a Duende, the task was complete in a short amount of days. I love how Cate Masters could make two opposites work together." WDRF said: The author weaves a great tale with a creative way of using words that makes the story refreshing to read. It sparkles and fizzes with energy and the dialogue is sparky and natural." LASR said: "The Duende and the Muse may be short, but it is well written and the story holds the attention from beginning to end." Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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Vintage (60s-era) short from The Wild Rose Press (March 16, 2009) |
______ | Lilah owns the New Hope Record and Crafts Shop with her friend, Val. Independent and free-spirited, they sell their handmade jewelry and pottery to tourists in their Delaware River town. Lilah's only hangup is James, who bartends down the street. She's crazy about him, but lately he's been cold and distant. Turns out he has reason to be down--he's had his ticket punched for Vietnam. Lilah makes him a lucky leather-string choker using a silver ankh--the Egyptian symbol of eternity.James is skeptical about its lucky charms, but warms to her again. For seven months, James is in Vietnam. He comes home changed, in more ways than one. Can Lilah show him that her love is all the luck he needs? WDRF said: "Cate Masters blows me away with this spicy-sweet story. This is a read that will leave you on the edge of your seat. The deep and powerful setting of this story had me wiping away tears while cheering James on. Cate has a great story on her hands with this." LASR said: Cate Masters is a gifted writer who wrote this book with talent and marvelous imagery. I could almost see, taste, hear and touch what was occurring in "Seventh Heaven." If you are looking for a book with a wonderful plot that is very well written as well as being entertaining, "Seventh Heaven" is the book for you. Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
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A free Vintage (80s-era) read from The Wild Rose Press |
______ | Jenny loves being a wedding photographer, but not when her ex-boyfriend Jerry's getting married. It's tough to do her job when she imagines herself on the altar next to him. Can she ever shake loose of those Cinderella dreams, or will they finally come true? A reader said: Cinderella Dreams is a sweet, emotional story that held my attention the whole way through, and made me smile several times. I love the characters, especially the hero, who drew me in from the first moment he appeared. Read the excerpt and watch the book trailer… |
Coming soon...
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Flower Basket Series short from The Wild Rose Press (Coming Feb. 10, 2010) |
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Historical adventure-romance novel from Freya's Bower (Coming soon) |
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Contemporary novel from Eternal Press (Mid-2010) |
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New contracts!
| Surfacing | Contemporary fantasy novel with Whiskey Creek Press |
| The Bridge Between | Contemporary women's fiction novel with Whiskey Creek Press |
| Love and War | Short story in XOXO Publishing charity fundraising anthology | Invasion | Poem in Little Episodes fundraising anthology |
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