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Your humble shoe and boot,
~Kat & Stone
The Espionage Effect is on sale for $0.99 only until tomorrow…
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The Smutsonian
“The Espionage Effect might be the best thing I’ve read so far this summer.”
TJLovesToRead
“An incredibly thrilling story. Intrigue and mystery wrapped up in a gorgeously written, scorchingly hot romance.”
Jezabell Girl & Friends
“Amazing! James Bond spy games fun with a splash of erotic romance. It’s twisty and turny and kept me on the edge from cover to the end.”
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When desire sets you free…control is a matter of perception.
I’m Devin Hill.
Darkness taints my soul.
I’m suffocating. Drowning.
The sweet promise of air? Pure illusion.
Tested as a genius at age seven, I hide my emotions, become what they expect…bury my secrets. At nineteen, I trudge toward a predestined path, blinders on, heart safeguarded.
Until I dare to be wild.
Until Alec Marquez crashes into my world.
Until all that follows redefines everything I’ve ever known.
What happens when you stumble into a world of spies…and discover you belong there?
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THE ESPIONAGE EFFECT is now live.
Buy now and add to your summer reading fun. Plus join us for the Facebook release-day party on Under the Covers Book Blog. We’ll be sharing a revealing guest post THE ESPIONAGE EFFECT: Behind the Scenes, replying to comments throughout the day, and offering a $25 gift card giveaway. We hope to see you there.
See what early reviewers are saying…
The Smutsonian
“This novel had my rapt attention from start to finish. The characters were wonderfully intriguing, the pacing was perfect, and the suspense kept me turning pages like crazy. Quite frankly, The Espionage Effect might be the best thing I’ve read so far this summer.”
TJLovesToRead
“An incredibly thrilling story. Intrigue and mystery wrapped up in a gorgeously written, scorchingly hot romance where secrets abound and trust is a rare commodity.”
Reading and Writing Between the Wines
“If you are looking for an exceptionally well written, sensual and emotional thriller, then The Espionage Effect is the book for you. Prepare yourself for a wild ride as you enter the world of romantic suspense and spies…a five star adventure.”
Jezabell Girl & Friends
“Amazing! James Bond spy games fun with a splash of erotic romance. It’s twisty and turny and kept me on the edge from cover to the end.”
Fallen for Books
“The Espionage Effect is an amazingly written book, with an intriguing plot, captivating characters and wonderful descriptions. What I loved the most about The Espionage Effect were the action packed scenes – it was like watching a movie, but 10 times better: because the writing was so good it felt like I was personally involved in all the spying, shooting and fighting.”
The sexy action-adventure romance is available now!
Do you like romance a little more erotic, edgy, darker, filled with action-adventure, toned with mystery, complete with a twist…or two?
If so…
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THE ESPIONAGE EFFECT is a standalone, full-length, action-adventure romance filled with plenty of the sexual tension, deep emotion, and scorching scenes our stories have become known for.
Genre: Romantic Suspense / Action-Adventure Romance /
Erotic Romance (sensual, explicit, sexual awakening)
When desire sets you free…control is a matter of perception.
I’m Devin Hill.
Darkness taints my soul.
I’m suffocating. Drowning.
The sweet promise of air? Pure illusion.
Tested as a genius at age seven, I hide my emotions, become what they expect…bury my secrets. At nineteen, I trudge toward a predestined path, blinders on, heart safeguarded.
Until I dare to be wild.
Until Alec Marquez crashes into my world.
Until all that follows redefines everything I’ve ever known.
What happens when you stumble into a world of spies…and discover you belong there?
Be sure to follow our social media pages to keep informed:
Facebook | TalkToTheShoe Blog | Kat’s Twitter | Stone’s Twitter
One lucky subscriber will win an eBook of their choice from our backlist AND a $10 Amazon or B&N Gift Card each time we send out a preorder or new-release announcement.
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© 2015 Kat Bastion and Stone Bastion
Only two weeks until The Espionage Effect releases…
Do you like your romance a little more erotic, edgy, darker, filled with action-adventure, toned with mystery, complete with a twist…or two?
If so…
Get your copy first by preordering
The Espionage Effect today!
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The Espionage Effect will be on Barnes & Noble on release day.
Release Date: July 14th, 2015
Genre: Romantic Suspense / Action-Adventure Romance /
Erotic Romance (sensual, explicit, sexual awakening)
About The Espionage Effect:
When desire sets you free…control is a matter of perception.
I’m Devin Hill.
Darkness taints my soul.
I’m suffocating. Drowning.
The sweet promise of air? Pure illusion.
Tested as a genius at age seven, I hide my emotions, become what they expect…bury my secrets. At nineteen, I trudge toward a predestined path, blinders on, heart safeguarded.
Until I dare to be wild.
Until Alec Marquez crashes into my world.
Until all that follows redefines everything I’ve ever known.
What happens when you stumble into a world of spies…and discover you belong there?
Thank you for preordering your copy of The Espionage Effect and sharing the news with your friends and social media pages. We hope you enjoy the sexy action-adventure romance.
Your humble shoe and boot,
~ Kat & Stone
© 2015 by Kat Bastion and Stone Bastion
We are thrilled to bring you THE ESPIONAGE EFFECT cover reveal!
THE ESPIONAGE EFFECT is a standalone, full-length, action-adventure romance filled with plenty of the sexual tension, deep emotion, and scorching scenes our stories have become known for.
The sexy action-adventure romance releases July 14th!
Do you like romance a little more erotic, edgy, darker, filled with action-adventure, toned with mystery, complete with a twist…or two?
If so…
Be sure to preorder your copy today!
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Release Date: July 14th, 2015
Genre: Romantic Suspense / Action-Adventure Romance /
Erotic Romance (sensual, explicit, sexual awakening)
Cover Designer: Sarah Hansen, Okay Creations
About The Espionage Effect:
When desire sets you free…control is a matter of perception.
I’m Devin Hill.
Darkness taints my soul.
I’m suffocating. Drowning.
The sweet promise of air? Pure illusion.
Tested as a genius at age seven, I hide my emotions, become what they expect…bury my secrets. At nineteen, I trudge toward a predestined path, blinders on, heart safeguarded.
Until I dare to be wild.
Until Alec Marquez crashes into my world.
Until all that follows redefines everything I’ve ever known.
What happens when you stumble into a world of spies…and discover you belong there?
“Do you remember their love?” An odd question, even to my ears, but I needed to know.
He didn’t reply right away, only briefly paused, then continued typing.
I didn’t release the photograph. Didn’t turn around. Entranced to a level I couldn’t resist or deny, I remained rooted to the spot on his bamboo office floor, clinging to a fragment of someone else’s joyous life, stuck in my admiration for those who’d been able to defy the choking darkness of the world for its breath of light.
The keyboard clicking ended entirely. But I barely noticed.
My heart pounded in my ears as I gripped the frame, thumbs slipped into place on the perfect silver surface. My fingerprints might as well have marred the perfect picture. Its image marked me. Indelibly.
How had one two-dimensional image branded my heart so fast?
On a shaky exhale, it hit me. It hadn’t. The delicate aging photograph hadn’t been the one thing, it had been the last thing, the proverbial straw on the camel’s back—the catalyst to the fractures spider-webbing through an armored façade I’d so carefully constructed finally shattering apart, blowing to dust the once impenetrable fortress walls I’d imprisoned myself within.
“I remember.” His voice slid over my senses, warm and soft. His heat came up behind me, wrapping around me as his strong hands ran down my arms, then covered my hands as they still clutched the frame.
For the first time in my life, I finally stood without my armor. Terrified, yet convinced I needed to take the leap of faith even if I died from the fall, I leaned back into his strength.
And he held me. As I began to shake, gripped the frame tighter for fear of dropping it, he simply held me.
“Their laughter is the greatest memory; I can still hear its echo in my head, feel its presence in the middle of the night.”
An aching pang thumped from behind my ribcage. That he would be lonely in the darkness too, seek the memory of what he’d once had to lull him to sleep.
I’d done the opposite. “I can’t remember mine.” My voice croaked. Hands trembling uncontrollably, I clattered the bottom metal corners of the frame down onto the perfectly polished surface before I dropped it. “Their love, I mean.” I sucked in a ragged breath as my arms drew against my middle. I hugged myself, trying to hold in the pain that I’d never let myself feel.
His arms followed, covering mine. A cramp burned at the base of my throat, and I closed my eyes, pinching back hot tears, afraid of losing myself to the scathing onslaught of feelings. As my breathing grew shallow, Alec tightened his hold, wordlessly providing his protection from the unseen threat.
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Today is the day we’ve been teasing you about for months.
As we head toward copy edits, we wanted to introduce you to our upcoming release.
And the title is…
{drumroll}
Release Date: July 14th, 2015
Genre: Romantic Suspense / Action-Adventure Romance /
Erotic Romance (sensual, explicit, sexual awakening)
This is a standalone full-length novel.
Description:
When desire sets you free…control is a matter of perception.
I’m Devin Hill.
Darkness taints my soul.
I’m suffocating. Drowning.
The sweet promise of air? Pure illusion.
Tested as a genius at age seven, I hide my emotions, become what they expect…bury my secrets. At nineteen, I trudge toward a predestined path, blinders on, heart safeguarded.
Until I dare to be wild.
Until Alec Marquez crashes into my world.
Until all that follows redefines everything I’ve ever known.
What happens when you stumble into a world of spies…and discover you belong there?
Do you like romance a little more erotic, edgy, darker, filled with action adventure, toned with mystery, complete with a twist…or two?
If so…
Sarah Hansen at Okay Creations is currently designing the cover. Stay tuned for the cover reveal in June through InkSlinger PR and save the date for The Espionage Effect this July 14, 2015!
Be sure to follow us on our social media pages to keep informed:
Facebook | TalkToTheShoe Blog | Kat’s Twitter | Stone’s Twitter
Thank you for all of your support. We look forward to sharing Devin and Alec’s exciting adventure with you.
Your humble shoe and boot,
~ Kat & Stone
One lucky subscriber will win an eBook of their choice from our backlist AND a $10 Amazon or B&N Gift Card each time we send out a preorder or new-release announcement.
Sign up for our Email Subscription list here: http://www.katbastion.com/email-subscription/
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© 2015 by Kat and Stone Bastion
Hello, everyone!
We’ve been busy writing and editing an exciting new book that’s almost ready to release.
Next Monday morning, we plan to unveil the details of the book including its title, the description, and release date~so stay tuned!
And…Sarah Hansen at Okay Creations is currently creating its cover.
Would you like a peek at our (tentative) writing and release schedule?
July 2015 ~ Romantic Suspense / Erotic Romance standalone…
Do you like romance a little more erotic, edgy, darker, filled with action adventure, toned with mystery, complete with a twist…or two?
{whispers} … save a spot for midsummer reading!
Oct-Nov 2015 ~ Contemporary Romance standalone…
This is the first standalone novel in the No Weddings spin-off series.
(Kiki & Darren’s story)
Feb-Mar 2016 ~ Born of Mist and Legend
Travel back to the Highlands in the third Highland Legends book.
(Skorpius & Brigid’s story)
~ An exciting and unique New Adult / Sports Romance
~ The additional four titles in the No Weddings spin-off series
~ A Young Adult action-adventure dystopian trilogy
We’re thrilled to be writing and sharing these stories with you.
Please join us May 18th, 2015 for the reveal of the title, description, and release day of our upcoming July 2015 summer release!
Thank you again for all of your support.
Your humble shoe and boot,
~ Kat & Stone
One lucky subscriber will win an eBook of their choice from our backlist AND a $10 Amazon or B&N Gift Card each time we send out a preorder or new-release announcement.
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© 2015 by Kat and Stone Bastion
Hello, my friends.
During a week of giving thanks for blessings, two writing milestones are occurring. In celebration of the occasion, I’ve decided to share with others first.
What milestones?
Due to the wonderful support and enthusiasm for Forged in Dreams and Magick, not only has the title remained on the Amazon Best Seller lists since October 1st, but this week, the dollars slid from red into the black. Forged in Dreams and Magick broke even this weekend.
This week also marks the one year anniversary of the release of Utterly Loved, a book of poetry shared with the world for charity. More about Utterly Loved can be found here.
When we come together for Thanksgiving, it’s to share our bounty with others. As my Charity Support and Awareness page explains, I’m sharing portions of my proceeds with charities.
But this week?
Charities get the first slice of the pie. And then some.
They will get ALL of the net proceeds. From now through this Sunday, net proceeds of all three books, Forged in Dreams and Magick, Bound by Wish and Mistletoe, and Utterly Loved, in every format, will go to charity.
Please join in on the celebration by sharing the news with your friends, family, and social media. If you haven’t yet purchased digital or paperback copies for yourself or others, please consider doing so this week. All three of the Amazon Best Sellers are well priced and make wonderful gifts.
Below are the book descriptions and several easy links for your convenience. Digital versions are available at most online locations.
The award-winning #1 Amazon Best Seller…
Chosen by Fresh Fiction as their Fresh Pick for October 22, 2013:
Isobel MacInnes wakes up in present-day California, lunches in medieval Scotland, and by ten days’ end, falls in love with a man and his country, only to lose them in a heart-wrenching twist of fate . . .
Found in the arms of her second soul mate . . .
Forced to balance the delicate strands of time between two millennia . . .
Shocked by revelations rewriting the very foundations of history . . . of everything.
Isobel, a rising-star archaeology student, is dropped into two ancient worlds without warning . . . or her permission. Her fiery spirit resists the dependency thrust upon her. Amid frustration at her lack of control, she helplessly falls in love. Twice.
She struggles to adjust to the unimaginable demands of two leaders of men—a laird in the thirteenth-century Highlands and a Pict chieftain in a more ancient Scotland. Isobel transforms from an academic, hell-bent on obtaining archaeological recognition, to a woman striving to care for those she loves, and ultimately . . . into a fearless warrior risking everything to protect them.
Amazon Kindle
Nook
Kobo
All Romance eBooks
The 4.5 Star, Top Ten Amazon Best Seller:
Desperate to honor a life-long promise, Susanna MacEalan escapes her abusive clan with the fierce determination of never falling under the power of a man. Ever.
Aggravated by shallow-hearted pursuing lasses, Robert Brodie, commander of his clan’s elite guard, has foresworn scheming women. Forever.
When magick transforms Brodie Castle into a Christmas wonderland, the two despondent souls find solace in a most unexpected place . . . each other’s arms.
Amid a whirlwind of escalating events, Susanna’s traumatic past threatens Robert’s ability to protect the one woman meant for him. In a harrowing moment, as her fears and demons coalesce, will hope, faith, and love be enough to save them?
Amazon Kindle
Nook
Kobo
All Romance eBooks
The 4.5 Star, #1 Amazon Best Seller in Love Poetry
Foreword by New York Times and USA Today Best Selling Author Sylvain Reynard.
Thank you for all of your continued support. Together we can make a difference in this world, one small act at a time.
Your humble and grateful shoe,
~ Kat
© 2013 by Kat Bastion
Happy Monday, everyone!
Ever wonder what makes a book a page-turner? What are the elusive components that an author can weave into the story to keep the reader on the edge of their seat, take their breath away?
Read the popular guest post I wrote last week on the wonderful Supernatural Snark’s blog and find out more:
Electrifying A Scene: Tension in Forged in Dreams and Magick
Oh, and there are two more days left on Supernatural Snark to win a signed copy of Forged in Dreams and Magick!
If you want to buy a copy of the Amazon best-selling page-turner
Forged in Dreams and Magick, below are some easy links:
Amazon Kindle
Nook
Kobo
All Romance eBooks
Forged in Dreams and Magick can also be found on worldwide Amazon online outlets, and soon in iTunes!
Also…only two more weeks until Bound by Wish and Mistletoe releases on November 5th!
Thank you for your support, my friends! Every Twitter RT, shoutout, share, post, buy, review, and each time you tell a friend about Forged in Dreams and Magick helps tremendously. I’m grateful beyond words.
Your humble shoe,
~ Kat
© 2013 by Kat Bastion
Hello, my friends!
On October 1st, Forged in Dreams and Magick skyrocketed up the Amazon Best Seller’s list, reaching as high as #4 Scottish. It remained in the top ten for five consecutive days and has remained in the top twenty ever since. Yesterday and today it climbed yet again, hanging out in the top ten as high as #8 with the likes of Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander books.
October 1st also happened to be the day when a guest post I wrote, “Self-Discovery: A Theme in Forged in Dreams and Magick” appeared on Nikki’s blog, Ramblings of a Chaotic Mind.
Why is Forged in Dreams and Magick‘s ranking important to Self-discovery?
As I briefly alluded in my Goodreads profile, the last year and half has been a time of soul searching for me. Transitioning from a creature of selfish to one of selfless. Giving before receiving. Abandoning my ego, which had a firm hold of me, and looking outward to find meaning in life. Those who have read the quotes on my Twitter timeline and in Utterly Loved can see the mantras that have come from my odyssey. They are still my guiding thoughts.
I am… Always the student, seeking to master.
Well, it’s my personal self-discovery that led me to allocate a percentage of the net profits of all my books to select charities that fight against the tragedy of human trafficking. The more successful Forged in Dreams and Magick is, the greater my ability to help those who are lost in this world find their way home again.
You are all in this with me. I thank you for your kindness and generosity. I’m thrilled Forged in Dreams and Magick is doing so well, and I hope it continues so together we can make a huge difference in this world.
Here is the link to the guest post:
Self-Discovery: A Theme in Forged in Dreams and Magick
Should you want to buy a copy of Forged in Dreams and Magick, below are some easy links:
Amazon Kindle
Nook
Kobo
All Romance eBooks
Thank you for your support, my friends! Every Twitter RT, shoutout, share, post, buy, review, and each time you tell a friend about Forged in Dreams and Magick helps tremendously. I’m grateful beyond words.
Your humble shoe,
~ Kat
© 2013 by Kat Bastion
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