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I met today’s guest, R.G. Alexander at my very first RT Convention in Houston! One of the nicest people I know, RG is also a fabulous writer! Isn’t that cover gorgeous?
I am so excited that Lauren invited me to come on her blog today, especially since I’m a bit of a fan ☺
Tomorrow my debut Berkley Heat book, POSSESS ME, goes out into the world and I’m thrilled, thankful and surprised. I say that last bit because this story was full of constant surprises for me-not the least of which was the star of the anthology himself.
Bone Daddy.
I write paranormal erotic romance, mythology is my passion, and I have a thing for misunderstood supernatural heroes, but I never imagined in a million years that I would write a story that had anything to do with voodoo. Let alone a sex Loa, a voodoo spirit that grants women whatever their hearts desire…as long as they satisfy his lust. When he came to me, however, he simply would not leave me alone.
Wouldn’t rest until I saw him as more than a “rider”, a monkey on my first hero, Rousseau’s, back.
And after discovering his whole story, learning more about him and his past through the three novellas, I’m glad I listened. I love all my heroes, Ben and Rousseau are amazing men in their own right, but I have to admit I have a special place in my heart for the most unique character that has ever wandered across my pages.
I have a crush on Bone Daddy. I hope you like him too (I’m sure he won’t rest until you do).
Here’s the blurb
In the Big Easy, there’s a legend women long for: a sexual voodoo spirit who can fulfill their darkest fantasies. And in these three steaming-hot novellas, he helps two New Orleans couples achieve the ultimate satisfaction…and may even find it himself.
In Release Me, Allegra heads down to New Orleans to heal her wounds, but she never expects to lose her heart to such a quiet, troubled man as Rousseau. She’s even less prepared for the scorching, sexual spirit within him-and what he can do to her…
In Reclaim Me, Ben has loved Michelle as long as he can remember. But his beautiful artist has a way of running away from life-and what the pair could be. Leave it to the infamous spirit to help Ben prove to Michelle where she belongs: in his embrace…
In Redeem Me, it’s All Saints’ Day, the one day the voodoo spirit can walk the world in the flesh. When he bumps into Bethany, she might just be the reincarnation of a girl he once loved. Passion ignites, but can the couple overcome past mistakes and have a real chance at love?
To celebrate the release of Possess Me, I’ll be giving away a signed copy of the book to one of today’s posters!
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:05 am · Link
I love the idea of using a Loa spirit as the key ingredient tying all the stories together. I truly admire any writer than can bend myth and make it magic, with or without the ‘k’ at the end. 😀
When you did research for the voodoo aspect of the book, did you learn anything new about the practice or anything that surprised you?
Fun stuff question: Can you draw a vey vey now? 😀
Wishing you all the best and hope you sell a million copies. I know I plan to buy one.
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:13 am · Link
Cool!! I’m a vodun “expert” (NOT!) cause I lived in Haiti (vodun central) for 9 years. It’s such an interesting religion.
I would LOVE to read your book!
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:17 am · Link
I am so very excited about this book. R.G. has such great stories 😀
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:31 am · Link
Congrats on tomorrows release!!
It sounds like a great group os stories!
~Afshan
Afshan522@aol.com
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:36 am · Link
CONGRATS ON TOM. RELEASE !
CANT WAIT TO READ IT 😀
August 2nd, 2010 at 7:43 am · Link
Lauren! Thank you so much-and that was MY first RT convention too-and I seem to recall walking over to your table and fan girling all over you 😳
Cerri-I actually learned a lot about voodoo-when I first thought of the story I was thinking, “No way, Serpent and the Rainbow is NOT romantic” lol but there’s so much more to it than that-and so many different aspects. It was fascinating to research. Plus I took a bit of creative license. 😉
Anilu-I might have to talk to you when its time for the sequel TEMPT ME lol
And thanks!
Ana-flattery will get you everywhere. 🙂
Afshan-thanks!
August 2nd, 2010 at 8:23 am · Link
I am excited for this new series it sounds perfect.
August 2nd, 2010 at 8:30 am · Link
I confess to be paranormaled out but this premise sounds really intriguing.
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:03 am · Link
I’m anxious to read this one! I have to say that it’s not often that voodoo is portrayed as something other than hexing people or turning them Ãnto zombies. Plus, the eye candy on the cover is scrumptious!! LOL
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:10 am · Link
Regina, Caitlin & Crystal-Thank you!
Courtney – I know! Hence my initial hesitance lol
But Bone Daddy is very persistent. 😉
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:20 am · Link
Voodoo spirit – that’s a new one for me, so I want to read this a lot.
Please add my name to the hat. Meanwhile I’ll add it to my wishlist 😀
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:30 am · Link
I sure this book will be as great as the rest of your and I want to read it so bad.
meandi09@yahoo.com
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:48 am · Link
Yay! I found me another author and some more books to read. This book sounds awesome I love me some paranormal goodness. Congrats on the new release! Can’t wait to read this. Nice cover candy as well =)
August 2nd, 2010 at 10:52 am · Link
This book looks so interesting! And the cover is fantastic. 😀 I would love to read it!
August 2nd, 2010 at 11:29 am · Link
This looks like an awesome read! Congratulations on the upcoming new release!
August 2nd, 2010 at 12:41 pm · Link
I would love to read this book.
The cover is awesome.
August 2nd, 2010 at 1:07 pm · Link
Love that this is a new paranormal twist. I have had this book preordered for a couple of months. Should get it this week hopefully and then it will go on my bedside table to be read right away. No dreaded TBR pile for this story.
August 2nd, 2010 at 2:46 pm · Link
Congrats on your release; I hope you are celebrating in a grand way.
Bond Daddy! I love that name. I can’t wait to read more about him.
August 2nd, 2010 at 3:35 pm · Link
Congrats on the latest release. Can I just say, I LOVE this cover. That is one sexy man!!!!!!!
Happy Sales,
Fallon Hadley
August 2nd, 2010 at 3:54 pm · Link
Love the title and the cover!
August 2nd, 2010 at 4:10 pm · Link
can’t wait for new stuff! i’m such a fan
August 2nd, 2010 at 4:12 pm · Link
I can’t wait to read this.It sounds awesome and I love that cover.
August 2nd, 2010 at 4:17 pm · Link
If you haven’t read RG Alexander you are definately missing out on a great author! I found her this year and have read most of her work and loved everything she has written so far. I am very excited for her new release Possesses me and can’t wait for more of her.
August 2nd, 2010 at 4:18 pm · Link
Congratulations on your Berkley Heat debut! Best of luck for lots of sales and great reviews.
It sounds like a fascinating premise. I have never read a book about a voodoo spirit, and would love to win it.
August 2nd, 2010 at 4:55 pm · Link
I first so this book on another blog and after reading about it I was hooked.
lorettaC
lbcanton@verizon.net
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:08 pm · Link
I’m looking forward to reading this one. The blurbs for each story are attention grabbers. Besides, I love what I’ve read of yours. 😀
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:32 pm · Link
I can’t wait to read this one….I have enjoyed what I’ve read of your books so far 😀
August 2nd, 2010 at 9:54 pm · Link
All of the stories in the book sound fantastic! Can’t wait to read them 🙂
August 3rd, 2010 at 5:01 am · Link
that sounds really interesting – can’t wait to read your book! and congrats on the release 😀
August 3rd, 2010 at 6:51 am · Link
Congrats on the release! Sounds like a really great book. It is going to be another winner. WTG!
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:10 am · Link
@ R.G. LOL!! I’m no expert, but my mom is. She has a collection of Haitian art and she learned a lot about vodun.
Those years living in Haiti were something else, lemme tell you…
And, YEAH! on there being more of this to read in the future.
August 3rd, 2010 at 8:20 am · Link
Thank you all for the amazing response!! And Its out today! YAY
Because you are all so wonderful I picked 2 winners
Ilona and Milinda!
email my @ r.g.alexander@hotmail.com
Congratulations and Happy Reading
August 3rd, 2010 at 5:16 pm · Link
Congratulations Ilona and Milinda! Wooo-Whoo!
August 4th, 2010 at 6:32 am · Link
Thank you Fallon 😎