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Free Chapter Read - Wildfire - Angela Ford Romance

4/17/2021

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WILDFIRE
A spellbinding, new sexy romance in a bewitching tale.

Can I trust him? He says he loves me, but can he love a witch--
I fell in love, and then left him on his knees, in a trance with sirens in the distance, under my spell—and ran. I never expected to see him again.

Ready to escape to a town where one spell could change everything?

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CHAPTER 1 Up in Smoke
Phoenix

            “Nothing lubricates the gears of seduction like soft and romantic music.”
            Okay. I shake my head in pure amusement. I didn’t plan to read that out loud. I swipe the screen to discard the advice and hit my music icon. Scrolling through a few playlists in my library, I decide on The Boss. It’s passionate and romantic, without getting corny. “I’m On Fire” ––that’s what I feel in her presence. Perfect for the intended tone. I’d taken things slow up until tonight. The music begins to stream in every room of my house at the touch of a button, putting me in the mood to dance. My concept of rhythm almost knocks her on her ass, and she smiles.
Ember Cane, the girl I look at and see being with––the rest of my life.
Wearing faded jeans and a cotton shirt, simplicity describes her. An understated beauty, perhaps because she’s unaware of her prettiness.
            I reach out to steady her while my gaze lands on the soft cushions of her lips, lips I love to kiss. Lifting my attention to her eyes—the color of an emerald sea on a sunny day—but I realize they hold a sadness as deep, hopeless grief she never reveals, and deep secrets she’s not ready to share. But her smile...Oh, when she smiles, when she laughs, I can’t help but smile, even if only on the inside. I reach for the single rose, offering it to her, apologizing for my dance moves.

“Phoenix Nox.”
            I love the way she says my name.
            I lift my finger to her mouth, trailing the curve of her smile, across flawless skin and through hair that gently caresses her shoulders, falling down her back. Smooth as if tailored from a silk fabric. Its scent–vanilla—a natural aphrodisiac that has me wanting to steal a sly sniff, then bury my face deeply in it.
            “Happy twenty–first birthday.”
            My voice comes across a little too jagged. A little too broken. It’s the affect she has on me. I want nothing more than to please her, to cure my need for her. If only I could tell her, but I’ve never been good with words.
            “I haven’t celebrated my birthday since—”
            She doesn’t finish her sentence. She doesn’t need to. I know she hasn’t celebrated since her eighteenth. Nothing more. Nothing less. In time I hope she’ll trust me. I do understand. After a moment of silence, she reminds me of my own trust issues. “I thought you were afraid of temptation.”
            I know I am—was. Tonight, I plan to change that. Her eyes lock onto my bare chest as she edges closer. Her stare has her blushing and I feel her nervousness—or is it my own?
            “What makes you think that?”
            Usually she’s quite demure, but her finger traces the lines of my abs in a playful tease. She anchors her hands against the strength of my sculpted stomach, “You don’t take chances.”
I know she’s referring to my last temptation—Rachel. The one that ended badly. But tonight, isn’t the time to rehash an old flame while attempting to seduce a new one.
“I take chances all the time. I’m a firefighter.”

Grinning at my playful comeback, I eliminate any hesitation, pressing my lips to hers, feeling my heart thump in my chest as her breath catches. I place my hands on her hips, falling back, taking her with me. My head hits the soft, feathered pillows, and this time a breath catches in my throat, whispering in her ear, “Tempt me.”
It grows silent as we lie with our foreheads touching and our breath mingling. She breaks the silence with her lips-crushing against mine. Her fingers tangle in my hair and I shut my eyes, feeling the intensity of the moment like an open fire. An inferno of lips, fingers, and grinding intensify the heat. She knows how to tempt me. Holding her small frame, I’m on the verge of burning up completely. My hands disappear beneath her shirt, giving a singeing tingle to my fingertips. Out of control. Unstoppable. All I can think is, she’s my wildfire, one I’m not about to fight. Beautiful slight moans escape her mouth, encouraging my hands to explore the softness of her skin. But I stop. Wanting nothing more than my fantasy to become reality, I need to tell her. Lifting my hands to her face, breaking the kiss, I admit, “When I’m with you...” Cowardly, I pause. With want heavy on my mind, I tell her what she does to me. “I’m so much more when I’m with you. I feel—”

A distinct, familiar aroma fills my senses. Within seconds of realizing what’s happening, I’m on my feet, eyes widened, and words I’d been trying to express, not forgotten, but erased. With great strides I make it to the doorway, taking in my surroundings. My heart and lungs expand together in panic. My brain tunes to high alert, drinking in the feedback of all my senses. At the far end of the hall, deep red and livid purple flames roar at the kitchen doorway, penetrating the walls. The firefighter in me knows the engineered wood could collapse in minutes and the roof will follow with this out-of-control blaze. Alarms ring out, smoke fills my home, and the corner of my eye catches the fire-lit bottle beneath the open window.
Had it been tossed there?
These thoughts leave me as I turn and find a glowing light encasing Ember on my bed. What the hell? I’d seen fire many times in my line of work, but never before have I seen anything like this. Like a bubble, protecting her from the fire, the heat, and the smoke that dominate my every breath. The flame from the bottle licks the floor like a hungry kitten with a saucer of milk. It crackles, flickers, and leaps. Fiercely, I attempt to stomp out the flames as the protective circle of light remains. I reach for her, needing to get us out of the house. Her hand moves outside the circle for a moment before she quickly pulls it back in. I know I have only two to three minutes to get us to safety. After three minutes, a flashover, and everything could burst into flames, sucking out all the oxygen. Within seconds it could spread. On purpose, I assume from the flamed bottle licking the floor. I wonder who I pissed off. My newly built house sits alone in a new development at the edge of town. There’d been some protest over the land, but no one, I imagine, in this quiet town, would go to this length. The hot, smoky air thickens, burning the inside of my breathing passages, and I reach for the fire-retardant blanket on the chair. There is no other option but to take control of the rescue and toss her over my shoulder.
With my hand inside the lighted sphere, I feel the cool breeze on my skin. She’s safe inside it, but for how long? She isn’t safe inside this burning house. Without conscious thought, my brain directs me toward survival. Every muscle grows stronger with no restraint on the force I use when my hand moves underneath her lower back, pulling her from the coolness and closer to me. Wrapping the blanket around her, I toss her over my shoulder in one sweep.

The hot cloud of smoke deepens below the ceiling. Knowing how quickly it streams out of rooms and travels, I have seconds to get out. Smoke billows into the heated air. I should feel the radiating temperature on my face, on my body, but I don’t. The hallway fills with thick, hot, noxious smoke, but I don’t feel it in my lungs. The glowing ring I pulled her from, remains, and now surrounds us both. Tilting my face into the blanket, I run for the front door. With one foot, I kick the screen door open and reach the front porch. With one brief look back, I see fire spreading with ease, turning my home into a maze of flame. The sound of fire forces me to move to safety at the far end of the front lawn where I drop to my knees. Ember wiggles free, bending to her knees, placing her hands on my face.
“I’m so sorry.”
            Tears build in her eyes and one droplet falls on her cheek. Puzzled by her apology, I attempt to speak, but cough, trying to clear the smoke from my lungs. I hear her say, “Forget me.”

Kneeling at the edge of the street, I watch, knowing that putting the fire out now would only increase the length of the demolition afterward. Better to rebuild from the ashes than work with a structure too compromised to stand. My thoughts force me to accept it. The radiant fire licks the inside with orange flames, the heat so intense, paint bubbles on the front door. Black smoke rolls upward to the sky, making dark columns into an otherwise starlit night. Walls crumble, and the smell of burning cedar confirms my horror—my house is gone. I vow one day to rebuild it, making it just the same with every last detail. My first home, the only place that has felt like home since my mother died. I flinch with the sound of fire shooting out windows and I release the once perfect blanket that now has finger indents from my tight hold. The charred wool stirs a memory, but for the life of me, I can’t remember how the blanket ended up around me. Heck I can’t remember leaving the house. Flames pour inside the doorway. I shut my eyes and try to remember. Nothing. Opening my eyes to fire everywhere—the roof, the doors, and windows, even flames licking up with the wind, trying to catch something else on fire and find nothing but air and then disappearing into the night. Sirens screech in the distance and I turn to see my mates arrive. The flashing lights blind me as much as the full-blown inferno. I hear my captain and feel a gloved hand on my shoulder.
“You alone tonight?”
What a silly question. I think, shaking my head in response. Of all people, he knows I’m a loner. Ever since–Rachel, losing my mother at fourteen, and never knowing my father. I grew up in a group home until I was eighteen. Then I met my captain. The man I trust with my life and my inspiration to become a firefighter. He tugs at my mask, adjusting it. “You inhaled a lot of smoke.”
I cough through troubled breathing, pulling down the mask as streaks of black soot come from my nose and throat. I spit, then crack a smile. “Haven’t felt better.” An attempt to laugh only makes it worse and I raise the mask. Oxygen streams through my nose and into my lungs.
Breathing deeply, fighting nausea, I hear him remark, “Smartass.”
I feel a raindrop on my face, then another, and then everything goes black.

****
I wake and find my captain asleep in the chair beside me. Probably dreaming of her. Captain Ridge Weston, forty-two, still has it. There isn’t a woman within a hundred-mile radius that doesn’t want him. But he remains a confirmed bachelor. There’s only one woman he loves. One that doesn’t love him back. That’s the extent of that conversation. No matter how many times I try, his bruised ego shuts the door every time. I clear my throat to wake him. “Good dream?”
            “What?”
            Caught him. “Best to let sleeping dogs lie.”
            One eye opens. “Happy to see you’re feeling better, smartass.” Ridge stretches then stands, mumbling something about a coffee. “Want one?”
            I nod. “While you’re out there, find a doctor to release me. I hate hospitals.”
            He waves a hand in the air, rubbing his lower back, “Me too, mate.”


In the pale morning light, I look around at the charred remains of my house. The day before it had been so alive, so vibrant. The walls have long since crumbled and in their place stand thick beams of wood, blackened from where the flames licked at them. The ruins are still smoking with the faintest glow of embers as I maneuver around the creaking threshold. Black dust invades my lungs where my home once stood. The wind whistles through and the mist of rain drizzles on the ashes. All I have left are memories. Nothing escaped the fire.

Frustrated, I kick aside the glass littering the area.
“Twisted plastic and charred wood, nothing to salvage, not a damn thing.”
            Ridge pulls me from the mess. “You’re alive. That, I’m thankful for.”
            Although appreciative for his gratitude, I feel lost.
Something is missing and it just isn’t everything I owned.
My heart aches as though I grieve for something, I can’t put memory to.
“I can’t recall a damn thing. I remember the sirens, the fire, the smoke and watching it from where you found me. But there’s something about the blanket.”
Ridge reminds me what we tell all fire victims, “Shock will do that. You’ll remember.”

He hands me keys. “Take some time at the coastal shack.”
Ridge’s shack. I silently chuckle. The inherited beach property in Mystic Bay, with a crumpled old cabin that sits back in the trees, had been his grandfather’s. Still, to this day, he hasn’t had the heart to tear it down. On the edge of the beach is a beautiful beach home, he continues to call his coastal shack. One I helped build. The one place we both love to escape to. It’s two doors down from the woman he loves, but that’s not allowed to be mentioned.

No matter how much I love it there, I need to find out what happened here.
“The investigation. I don’t want time off. I want to be around to see what the fire investigator determines to be the reason I lost everything.”
“I’ll keep you updated.” Ridge gestures the way to his truck. “Come on, we shouldn’t even be here. Let me buy you breakfast.”

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New Sexy Romance! WILDFIRE - Angela Ford Romance

4/1/2021

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Spellbinding. Bewitching. Magical. Romantic.

Ready for a magically romantic escape?

In a town where one spell could change everything. Welcome to Mystic Bay.

Running from her past...leaving him in a trance. Under her spell, to forget her.
A firefighter in love with a witch. One fire he'll never fight.

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Spellbinding New Sexy Romance - April 2021

3/10/2021

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A spellbinding, new sexy romance in a bewitching tale...April 2021

All of us who deserve magic and romance in our lives!

Wish I could create magic whenever I felt like it. Like maybe visit the Moon every night.
Or make my day a 36 hour one! But I guess I make a lil magic when I write and experience it when I read!

We all want something. A little magic. Some inspiration. More kindness.
Real life can be difficult enough, so make as much magic as possible!

The magic you can give yourself is the gift of time to discover you.
This past year has been tough. Our world, as we knew it—changed.
But it also gave me time to reflect and rediscover myself, my family, and my inner voice.
The very idea of magic is enough to lift our spirits,
fill our hearts and bring a secret little smile to our lips.

Miracles happen. Ones that are man-made, and ones we can't explain.
They don't happen enough for my liking, so I have to make some up.
Which is probably why I am a writer, so I can live in a magically-made-up world.
Well, most of the time.
I read to lift my own heart and I write to lift the hearts of my readers.

Wildfire is a spellbinding, new sexy romance in a bewitching tale.
Written from the heart, with a little magic. I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed writing it.

She knows how to tempt me. Holding her small frame, I’m on the verge of burning up completely. My hands disappear beneath her shirt, giving a singeing tingle to my fingertips. Out of control. Unstoppable. All I can think–She’s my wildfire. One I’m not about to fight. Beautiful slight moans escape her mouth, encouraging my hands to explore the softness of her skin. But I stop. Wanting nothing more than my fantasy to become reality, I need to tell her. Lifting my hands to her face, breaking the kiss, I admit, “When I’m with you–.” Cowardly, I pause.

With want heavy on my mind, I tell her what she does to me.
“I’m so much more when I’m with you. I feel–”
A distinct, familiar aroma fills my senses. Within seconds of realizing what’s happening, I’m on my feet, eyes widened, and words I’d been trying to express, not forgotten, but erased. With great strides I make it to the doorway, taking in my surroundings. My heart and lungs expand together in panic. My brain tunes to high alert, drinking in the feedback of all my senses. At the far end of the hall, flames burn a deep red and a livid purple roaring at the kitchen doorway, penetrating the walls. The firefighter in me knew the engineered wood could collapse in minutes and the roof would follow with this out-of-control blaze. Alarms ring out, smoke fills my home, and the corner of my eye catches the fire-lit bottle beneath the open window, and I wonder if one had been tossed through the kitchen window.

Those thoughts leave me as I turn to find a glowing light encasing Ember on my bed. What the hell? I’d seen fire–many times in my line of work. But never before had I seen anything like this. Like a bubble, protecting her from the fire, the heat, the smoke that dominated my every breath. Wildfire - Angela Ford - April 2021

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Wildfire
Running from her past, she finds a man who needs her as much as she needs him.
Then leaves this firefighter, the man she loves, on his knees--in a trance, under her spell,
unable to fight the fire--and ran.

Creating a new life, Ember Cane settles in the small quiet town of Mystic Bay.
Taking a job at a local Bed and Breakfast, all the while keeping her real identity a secret.
In a town with no surprises,
one spell could change everything.

Phoenix Nox lost everything the night fire destroyed his home.
And something he couldn't place memory to--until
he returns to Mystic Bay.
Fighting one fire after another leads him to the truth--
he's in love with a witch--
one fire he'll never fight.
Because when he sees her, he feels her in his soul.

Ember learns that this charming town is cursed,
and she must find a way to break the spell
which can only be done
on the full moon following her 21st birthday.

Will the power of emotion, love, and sacrifice
make Mystic Bay--home?
Or will her past catch up with her?
Warned he will find her.
He watches. He follows. Fire follows him.

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Cyber Crime Series - Closure/Forbidden/Obsessed

5/13/2020

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It began with "Closure"....

He plans, rehearses, and fantasizes. She is unaware she’s being stalked.

It began with “Closure”…FBI crime fiction. Book 1 in the Cyber Crime Series.
Her compulsion to protect teens from predators only puts her life in the hands of a killer.
Secrets, tragedy, and fear created walls around her heart.
Inevitable fate opens her heart to the possibility and gives her strength to love.
A love that was undeniable.
Because working together would never be enough.

A world that is there but not spoken of enough.
The world of online predators and stalkers. In our word today,
we are staying home and online. Be safe.
FBI Special Agent Jessica Resario was drawn to her job due to her history,
but it's something that she has kept hidden away. A present case brings her past to the surface
and old demons and nightmares will have to be faced.

"Is this how my life will end-alone? She wondered.
Suddenly reality hit her. She let no one in.
Brave at work, yet in her personal life,
she didn't have the courage to confess her true feelings to Tom."

"Tom Erickson. Head of Internet Security for the San Francisco FBI.
He physically fit the description of tall, dark and handsome.
Something mysterious and dark about him made him intriguing.
His expression, always the same, always serious."
The strong silent type, who has been more silent than anything else
but his heart belonged to Jess;
if only he could confess.

Secrets. Tragedy. Fear.
Created walls around Jess's heart.
Inevitable fate opened her heart to the possibility and
gave her strength to love.
A love that was undeniable.
Because working together would never be enough.

CLOSURE - Book 1 - Cyber Crime Series - Romantic Suspense
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Reviews of Closure

Angela Ford unraveled the plot really well I was hooked, the suspense aspect is wonderful, the romance side does take a back seat, though it was worth it because the issues of teenagers, internet predators and social networks being the perfect hunting ground for these people has been written and portrayed really well.
This book is essentially about learning to live with your past
and the things you can't control and learning to let love in and live your life as anything can happen.
well done Angela Ford, brilliant story, well written. - LTMK Onbook's Review

We're given a female agent - a complex stalker, and a classic covert romance budding between fellow agents. Thankfully, that's not all the author has given the reader. The heroine, Jess, has emotional problems linked to her past. Her love interest, Tom, similarly has a past he would rather forget. Neither reveals their covert feelings for one another, and I rather liked the way the author enlightens the reader to their innermost thoughts. This could easily have turned into a tired old cliche plot of agents shooting their way through crisis after crisis, then falling in love and straight off to bed. Ms. Ford, though, luckily spins a little magic into her story with a dead agent brought back to life. And so the plot thickens. But who is watching Jess besides a dead agent, and who is stalking her? The more Jess puzzles over gathered evidence the more she fears the outcome. What is worse, the killer knows her name. Ordered off the case, Jess retreats to a safe haven. Jess is far from safe. Tom is far from safe. And the hero of the day is far from the expected hero. Well done Ms. Ford for putting a jolly good twist in this tale. - Romance Reviews Magazine

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It began with Closure…then it was Forbidden…

FBI Profiler Agent Jessica Resario has a new life, and a new love but a new case brings back memories of the past. A seminar introduces her to the Bennetts' who believe their teenage daughter is being stalked. One desperate man forbids Jess to love another man. Another desperate man preys on a naive teen. Both put Jess back in the line of fire, and once again her life is put into the hands of a killer.

Angela Ford's dedication to volunteer and involvement with cyber safety seminars gave her an Award of Distinction and sparked the idea for her first book Closure - A gripping FBI search grounded by an unrealized love story...

While this can be read as a stand alone, reading the prequel gives more background of the characters
and the secrets of their past.
Cyber safety is a real issue in our virtual world. Be safe.

REVIEWS

“If you're a fan of shows like Criminal Minds and NCIS then this will be a read for you.
Very active and intense with compassion, love, and education thrown in.”

“Amazing sequel to Closure! As always this author packs her stories full of suspense, mystery, and drama.
Hang on for a thrill ride with this page turner!”

“What an exciting adventure! Angela Ford takes you into the intense and dangerous world of online sexual predators. Wonderful and fast paced flow, with exciting twists that leave you wondering what is coming next.”

FORBIDDEN - Book 2 - Cyber Crime Series - Romantic Suspense
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Just when you think you are safe…

First it was Closure...then it was Forbidden...now the 'unsub' is OBSESSED...

FBI Special Agent Jessica Resario is a compelled FBI profiler who hunts internet predators.
She thought her life had settled. But when a postcard shows on her doorstep with 3 words …
I Crave You…
Jess is determined to end this obsession and protect her family.

REVIEWS

“Jess's life is turned upside down once again. The story takes her back to the beach house
where it all basically started. It is packed full of twists and turns and
keeps you on edge with each page turn.
Love seeing characters from previous books although who can you really trust?!?”

“This story continues from Closure and Forbidden.
Once again I was captivated and on the edge of my seat as the mystery and suspense
continued to unfold. The plot twist kept me in constant suspense and the pages turning.
I love this fast-paced action pack thriller story.
Beware; you will be drawn into this story and its emotional roller coaster ride!
Just when you think you are safe, a new danger is lurking in the shadows.
Meeting new people, revisiting ones from the first two books,
some happiness, some heartache, and shock.
Finding out that someone you trust is evil and where will it lead.
Trying to move on in their lives, but trouble just won't leave them alone.
This is an excellent FBI thriller series with a wonderful cast of characters,
entertaining dialog and heart-stopping scenes.”

“Again Angela wrote another great story a continuance of a brilliant idea that just keeps you on your toes.
I love her twists in her story lines and the depth of each of the members in this story.
I can tell you if you like these types of stories on screen or in book format
you won't be sorry for chasing all of what Angela has to offer.
These are great reads and I was hooked by the first one I ever picked up.”

OBSESSED - Book 3 - Cyber Crime Series - Romantic Suspense
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Gift for Mom

5/7/2020

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A select group of authors has joined forces with me to bring you amazing audio books. Looking for the perfect gift for Mother's Day? Come listen to our audio books. You may win one of them!

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LOVE My Readers & Listeners! Hope you are well and safe. Our world is so different these days.
*Waves* from Nova Scotia…In my PJs these days! Hope you’re comfy too and ready for so many amazing audio books at the Gift For Mom event!

So, first here’s the professional side of me … Angela Ford is a bestselling and award-winning author residing in Canada’s Ocean Playground – Nova Scotia with over 50 published works in paperback, eBook, audiobook, and foreign translation. Her dedication to Cyber Safety gave her an Award of Distinction and Bestselling Action & Adventure in Women's fiction. Along with Readers’ Choice Award and a ScreenCraft finalist in romantic suspense, Angela also writes short contemporary romance and hit Amazon's Top 50 authors with her #1 Bestseller in Christmas Holiday Romance.

And now here’s the personal side of me … I love my family, readers, animals, books, the beach, sunsets, flip-flops, chocolate, wine, tea, Batman (I like to call my writing area–my Bat Cave), ABBA, and Kenny Chesney. I know…a unique combination of loves lol But hey, it is probably why sometimes I write sweet romance, sometimes spicy romance, and then sometimes suspense! And as a reader…you would find me with a hardcover, a paperback, or my phone…yes! I read on that small screen! I am an addict lol I also enjoy walking on the beach, listening to an audiobook!! Variety is the spice of life!
Do what you love. Love what you do.

If you love country music & romance…I’d love to give you an audiobook of Love On Tour - Cozy up with this sweet romance of a book publicist and a country music superstar! Will one night of escape from the madness of life on tour lead them to discover they’ve found love on tour?
Ange xo

Love On Tour - Audio Book Giveaway @ Gift for Mom Event

If you love country music and romance, you’ll LOVE ON TOUR
Country Music Superstar Brett Hill is on tour with a new member on his crew - Andi Scott – his tour publicist. His music and country charm has given him a long list of women, but he only wants one–his publicist.
Will he be able to convince her there’s more to life than work?
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Excerpts from Love On Tour

Audio Book Giveaway – Love On Tour – Excerpt 1

“Twenty cities in five weeks is nothing new. I don’t need time-off.”

Book Publicist, Andrea (Andi) Scott grabbed her coffee cup from her desk. In frustration, she took a swig of coffee that had already gone cold. With that abruptness she didn’t expect, she reached for a tissue and wiped away the remnants from her mouth left behind from that mistake. At five-foot-six, in a three-inch heel, the small-but-mighty, shoulder-length blonde began the pace across her corner office. Any publicist would give their left arm to work at New York’s most prestigious publishing company–Book Publishing Inc. Andi had given everything, including her heart and soul. She worked around the clock. Barely slept, forgot to eat, and couldn’t remember what a social life entailed. Jake Richards wanted her job. Andi knew it. He may not have said it but his actions around the office in the past six months yelled it out loud. Her manager, Rita Tanner, continuously assured her it wasn’t the case. Jake was young, energetic, and just trying to make his mark. Andi knew damn well his intentions were to make his mark in her corner office. At thirty-one, she’d spent five years working day and night to make her mark. Rita attempted to get a word in while Andi paced.

“And those five weeks successfully put Tom Lee’s book in the top ten on the New York bestsellers list.”

Andi darted a look at Rita she knew expressed her anger and frustration.
“If I’m wrong about Jake trying to steal my job, why are you suggesting I take a leave?”

Rita laughed. “Not a leave, Andi. A well-deserved vacation.” Rita reminded her she hadn’t taken one in the five years she’d been with the publishing house.

Andi stopped pacing and huffed. “I have. Twice, last year.” She remembered taking the time off to meet her mother’s new love and his son, and then the family wedding.

Rita stood and placed her hands-on Andi’s arms. “Two long weekends don’t count. If you don’t rest–.” Rita dropped her hands to her hips. “Then, Jake will make his move when you’re burnt out.”

Andi looked into Rita’s eyes, searching for honesty. “So, he does want my job.”
Rita smiled. “Honey, every publicist in New York wants your job.”

Audio Book Giveaway – Love On Tour – Excerpt 2

A vacation was the last thing she needed. If she were out of the office that long, Jake would have it re-decorated. Morgan, Andi’s assistant, entered the office on Andi’s cue. “There’s a Rick Taylor on the phone. He says it’s an emergency.”

Rick Taylor–Andi’s new-found step-brother. She’d only met him twice and he never called her before. She reached for the phone. “Hi Rick, is my Mom–your Dad, okay?”

“They’re both fine. Or at least I think so. I haven’t seen them since the wedding.” Rick confessed.

Andi laughed. “Good to know I’m not the only distant child.”
Rick laughed. “I think they both know we have busy careers. I try to call when I can.”
Andi admitted she tried to as well. He didn’t get into any further small chat and came right out with the reason of his call.

“I need a favour.”

Andi took a seat at her desk. “Sure. What can I do for my big brother?” Assuming he was going to ask for one of her connections. She remembered he was some country singer’s manager. Though their professions were different, she knew he’d use the same radio stations and television affiliates across the country to schedule special appearances. She hadn’t expected the favour he needed.”

“I need a tour publicist for Brett’s tour that starts in two weeks.”
She understood the panic in Rick’s tone. “Brett is your country singer?”
Rick laughed. “Yes, he is. Brett Hill. Our tour publicist left due to a death in the family. Everything is booked but I can’t tour without a publicist. Brett’s success was huge last year, and the fans are expecting nothing less for this year. Can you help?”

Andi racked her brain for tour publicists she’d connected with. But two weeks wasn’t a lot of notice. Publicists were booked far in advance of any tour.

“That’s short notice, Rick. I can check with my contacts but they’re probably already on the road or booked to start soon.”

His reply threw her for a loop.

“I meant you, Andi. I want you to do the tour with me.”

She rolled her chair back from her desk. “Me? I’m a book publicist, not a country music publicist.” Her remark followed a chuckle. Rick had to be desperate she thought. She was right.

“I know but I’m desperate. I’ve tried a few contacts and you’re right; they’re booked. You’ve toured the country; you know the contacts. I trust you to make it work. You’re as much a workaholic as I am, and I’m touring with you and will give you whatever support you need.”
He was correct with her work ethic. She remembered Rita’s suggestion that she needed to take a vacation. Andi smiled, perhaps she could satisfy Rita and help her brother at the same time.

“Okay.” Andi simply replied.

Rick’s tone quickly changed to sound ecstatic. His excitement made her reflect to the wedding of their parents. Both had confessed their awkwardness that day around their parents’ friends. Most they didn’t know. Others, they didn’t want to remember. Andi remembered the laughter they shared along with the wine. It was nice. She’d always longed for a sibling but never got one. Until now. She could hear his big yes through the phone.
“Seriously? You’ll do it?”
Andi laughed. “Why not? I have four months vacation my publisher is strongly suggesting I take. And you know I’d rather work.”

Rick laughed. “You and me both. Thanks, Sis! I’ll email you the specifics on the tour and the address to meet me. Can you start in two days?”

Audio Book Giveaway – Love On Tour – Excerpt 3

“I miss you Andi. It’s not the same around here without you. I’m hoping you’re not enjoying the music tour more than your book tours.”
Andi had shared the excitement of the tour with Rita. They spoke a few times a week.
“Don’t worry. Just keep Jake from re-decorating my office.”
Rita laughed, “I keep your office locked.”
Andi stopped in front of the mirror. She liked her new attire and turned to look at her backside in denims. She wondered what Brett would think and then scolded herself for that thought. This outfit wasn’t for him even though he’d mentioned the tour had no dress code. She was the only one backstage in business attire. Andi set her mind straight and put that thought to rest. She bought the jeans to fit in with her work family.
“Andi? Still with me?” Rita brought her back to the conversation and she apologized.
“Yeah, sorry, Rita.”
Andi spent most of the past five years with Rita. No one knew her moods and tones better.
“Spill it, honey. Something has taken over your thought. Or is it a someone?”
Andi laughed. “Everything is good.”
“Don’t lie to me. Spill.” Rita’s demand, full of care and concern, forced Andi to drop onto the bed. “You do know me.”
“Better than anyone,” Rita reminded her.
Andi spilled her heart and confessed her cowardly decision to have her brother bring Brett to the radio show, and then pretend to be on a call and direct him to the studio with Rick while she took the other car. Then she asked Rita’s advice on how to get him out of her thoughts.

Rita laughed and joked. “Run. Come back to me.”
But then she told Andi what she already knew.
“Honey, you have feelings for Brett. Can’t deny, fix, or avoid him. Talk to him.”

Rita was right. Always had been. Andi’s confidant, mentor, and only true friend. A friendship that had grown over the past five years. Andi trusted her, completely. At forty, or just below or just above; no one knew Rita’s age–that she never confessed. She’d climbed the ladder, made the connections, and continued to build the empire she’d created. Rita had only one love she lost years before because of her ambition. Along with her managing partners, the publishing house became family, home–her life. Andi had made it her home too. Long hours into the night, brainstorming with Rita at the office or wining and dining connections Rita had introduced her to. Andi knew everyone in the business because of Rita. She not only knew who to call when, she knew their personalities–likes, dislikes, and what she needed to say to benefit her clients. This left no room for a social life of her own, but Andi was okay with that. Her life became her work, her clients, her connections, and a good friend. She knew Rita had her back and would keep an eye on Jake Richards, even just to calm Andi’s anxiety of his eagerness to take her office.

Andi knew she was right. If she didn’t, she couldn’t continue the tour like she had today.
“Why are you always right?”
A simple reply she expected, followed before the call ended. “Because I am.”

Audio Book Giveaway – Love On Tour – Excerpt 4

Andi opened the door wider, inviting him inside. “Is there a problem at the stadium? Should I get dressed?” She turned away from him and felt his hand on her arm. He pulled her toward him.
“It’s not about the tour.”

Relieved there wasn’t an issue at hand to fix, she knew exactly what he meant. The kiss. Andi sucked back a quick breath. “It’s about last night’s.”
His eyes met hers. Her body felt as though it would melt into a puddle of jelly at her feet. If one look could do that, she wondered what his kiss–No, she reminded herself that happened and how it messed up everything, including the argument with her brother. Rick, her career, the tour, Brett’s long list of women flashed through her thoughts and gave her the strength to say what needed to be said.
“I apologize for my unprofessionalism last night. It will never happen again. This tour, my reputation in the business–.”
Brett interrupted her when he placed his finger gently against her lips.
“Don’t apologize.” His eyes held her stare as he continued, “Don’t. Not if you felt something. Did you?”
The gentle touch of his fingertip and the look in his eyes only confirmed that he felt what she had the night before. Before the kiss, she’d summed it up to a few weeks of simple flirting. That she could control. But the kiss, his kiss had taken away her control.
“The tour, my reputation-.”
Brett placed his hands on her face. His eyes delved deep into hers, begging for honesty.
“The tour and your reputation are not in question.”
Andi inhaled deeply. She fought for inner strength to keep her eyes from watering up. The intense need to be honest with him could destroy both their careers.
“They are.” She pulled back from him and turned away. “They are if I can’t handle becoming a statistic.”
She felt his presence move closer behind her. “A statistic of what?”

Andi turned. She felt his hot breath against her skin. His confused expression almost made her laugh. His lifestyle, his long list of women, had probably formed a belief that brief sexual relationships happened and people moved on without complication. Just as she’d formed that belief. “Another number added to the long list of women you enjoy.”
Her bold statement caught his attention. His jaw dropped. He stood silent for a moment. The air in the room chilled as if the air-conditioning suddenly went out of control. Brett’s eyes drifted to the other side of the room and then back to hers.
“So, that’s why you’re avoiding me? You think it’s just a one-time thing.”

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February Winter Sale 99 Cents

2/23/2020

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Meet the Voice of Love On Tour, Carly Kincaid & WIN the Audiobook!

2/9/2020

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Cozy up this Valentines with a Sweet Romance
Meet the Voice of Love On Tour,
Carly Kincaid and WIN the Audio book!
We are giving away 10 copies of the Love On Tour Audio book!

Love on Tour Audible Audiobook Unabridged
Angela Ford (Author), Carly Kincaid (Narrator),
Books to Go Now (Publisher)

Andi Scott, Book Publicist, for a major New York publishing house has one love in her life, her career. When her brother, Rick, calls in desperation for her help, she steps away from book tours to be the Tour Publicist for award-winning country star, Brett Hill. Brett has one love in his life, music. He's released five albums, is a Grammy winner, and has toured with stadium-filled crowds. He loves what he does and he's doing it well. His good looks, athletic physique, and his country charm has given him a long list of women, but he only wants one woman. his publicist.

Her 24-hour-a-day gig demands her to focus on promotion while looking ahead to the next city. When complications arise along the tour of a photo of Andi outside Brett's hotel room and Andi's ex showing up out of the blue; Andi must protect the reputation she's built and keep the tour running smoothly. She's scared to fall in love and become a number added to Brett's list. He assures her he can't live without her, on or off stage. One night of escape from the madness of life on tour leaves them both to wonder if it's really love on tour they've found.

Allow me to introduce the voice of Love On Tour Carly Kincaid

Growing up, Carly was a radio junkie before she knew what it meant to be a radio junkie.
After graduating from Mount Royal College, with a diploma in broadcasting,
she made stops at radio stations across western Canada.
She also took a brief detour to spend some time covering the television entertainment beat,
which was a lot of fun.
In addition to holding on air positions on both radio and television,
Carly's unique sound has been heard on commercials,
interactive media and corporate videos where she can be
the girl next door, the mother, the young professional, the "announcer" or anything in between.
Most recently, Carly has expanded her skills and is using her vocal talents
as an audiobook narrator. Not only does she enjoy voicing the books,
but producing them, as well. Her narrations can be downloaded
on Audible, iTunes and wherever audiobooks are purchased.
And, for someone whose voice is so important to her,
â€‹She'll never forget that Adam Levine from Maroon 5 once told her, "I love your voice."

a Chat with Carly Kincaid

I am excited to share a recent chat with the remarkable and talented Carly Kincaid with you!

Carly, how many books have you narrated, and do they have a common thread or theme?
So far, I've narrated 5 individual books and a four-book series. Currently, I am working on another series of 8 short stories. Primarily, they are romances.

I love listening to an audiobook. What do you love most about narrating audiobooks?
I have used my voice, for all of my professional life. So, naturally to be able to do something where I am able to continue using that skill, makes sense. And, the technical aspect of producing the books is also fun for me.

Do you prefer to read in print or listen to stories in audio?
I enjoy both reading print and listening to stories in audio. There's nothing like curling up with a blanket and a good (print) book. But there are so many times I enjoy listening to a good (audio) book while doing other things. You can't very well read a print book while driving. ;)
Lol, so true! But we can listen and drive, walk and listen or even clean the house. Nah! Scratch that :)

Carly, how do you select a book to narrate? Do you prefer a specific genre or types of characters?
When I am selecting a book to narrate, if it's something I would like to read, chances are, I would like to narrate it. But, that's a wide range of genres! Generally, it's whatever interests me, when the options are in front of me.

As a writer I often get asked if I'm a plotter or a pantser. Simply put, a plotter is someone who plans out the book before they write it and a pantser is someone who, 'flies by the seat of their pants', meaning they don't plan, or plan very little. Me, I'm a planster - I like to mix it up lol
So, as a narrator - Do you read a book several times before you record the audio? Or *gasp* do you just about memorize it?
Before I record the audio for a book, I read it through. Then as I go, I re-read it. I also make notes when and where necessary. Sometimes, after listening back to a section that I've recorded, I find that I don't like my read (for any number of reasons!) and I will go back and do it again.
I hear ya! Been there many times, in edits :)

As a writer and reader, I visualize the characters and hear them talking. How do you decide on the specific voice and tone to do for each character?
Obviously, sometimes there are written cues for the way a character speaks, and I try to follow those when I am voicing. But, if there aren't any indicators, whatever I hear in my head, is what comes out of my mouth.
Well, I thank you for putting a voice to my characters in Love On Tour. Listening to the audiobook made them even more real to me :)

So, before you give the characters a voice, Do you have a ritual or routine you do before sitting down to record the audio (such as anything to strengthen your vocal cords)?
Staying hydrated is important for keeping a healthy voice. So, I drink a lot of water and tea. I also see a chiropractor regularly, who adjusts my hyoid. Here's a science lesson: Britannica.com describes the hyoid bone as the U-shaped bone situated at the root of the tongue in the front of the neck and between the lower jaw and the largest cartilage of the larynx, or voice box. The primary function of the hyoid bone is to serve as an anchoring structure for the tongue.) Believe it or not, it can get very tight. So, regular adjustments help me a lot.

I just learned something new and interesting today! But I'm glad I just write and won't need to see a chiropractor :)

In between writing and reading, I'm listening to a book. Do you have an audio book you just loved to listen to? What about that narration makes it special?
The Harry Potter series is amazing to listen to. Jim Dale is brilliant. The number of different character voices he does is absolutely incredible. My daughter thinks I should re-voice that series. But I think they have it under control.
Awe! Daughters are great! I'm with your daughter and Adam Levine, I love your voice! Love the Harry Potter series but haven't yet listened to it in audio. On my list!

Carly, what qualities make a great narrator? Can you share some tips for aspiring voice actors?
A great narrator has patience. If you rush, you will stumble, and you'll have to do it over again. Take your time.
Great advice! Works for writers too!
Just a couple of more quick questions, Is there a scene you just loved to narrate? Or one especially difficult to narrate?
I love narrating scenes where I feel I've captured specific attitude or energy. Those are fulfilling. Then there are those scenes when you seem to have marbles in your mouth, and even the easiest words don't seem to come out right. Those are tough.
I must say you've captured my characters in Love On Tour perfectly. Their attitudes and energy voiced the same way I created them. Thanks so much for connecting with me! I appreciate your time and allowing me to share our chat with my readers. It was so cool to meet the voice of Love On Tour. Looking forward to working together soon on a new project!

Readers...you can listen to a sample of Love On Tour HERE

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February Winter Series SALE 99 Cents

2/6/2020

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FEBRUARY WINTER SALE 99 CENTS

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Winter Retreat MEGA Giveaway - Jan 20-27

1/21/2020

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New Year - New Giveaway - Mega Multi-Author

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A tale of one mother’s heart: heartbreak, her children’s love, and second chances.
As Rachel Winters's fiftieth birthday approached, the forever she'd found with Ryan ended with heartache. And for her daughter, the second chance of having a dad. Will Rachel find the strength to rebuild her life and her daughter's?
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NEW RELEASE! FREE! BLACK FRIDAY

11/27/2019

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NEW RELEASE! FREE!

Limited Time Free Nov 29th - Dec 2nd

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CHRISTMAS IN CRYSTAL CREEK

Welcome to Crystal Creek in the Montana mountains this holiday season.

Christmas in Crystal Creek continues the wholesome story of love, friendship, choices in life,

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The Healing Hearts Ranch series starts with The Letter Left (Book 1) â€“ Raine Willows left her grandfatherâ€™s farm to find her way in life. His death brought her back to the farm and her first loveâ€“Luke Daniels. Grief reunites them, horses help heal their hearts, and gives them an idea to help others. The letter Jack Willows left, changed the direction of his granddaughterâ€™s life and her heart.

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