Awesome review for COME FILL ME at Guilty Pleasures!!!
What a GREAT review – still on cloud nine!! :)
WOW. I was totally overwhelmed with “Come Fill Me”. I was grabbed from the first word andwasn’t let go until the last bullet was fired. I was awed with the story-line, overcome with the passion and thrilled with the way it was written. Not your normal “paranormal” romance, “Come Fill Me” is a modern day story filled with love, lust and betrayal; two factions brought to this world by two different alien races with two different goals – one to live peacefully the other to take over and control them all.
I was enthralled by this book. The story itself was unique and the characters were very well written. The sex scenes were extremely hot – even the scenes where Carreon dreams of sharing Liz with all of his men as punishment for leaving him. Yea, and every good book has one hell of a shower scene and “Come Fill Me” didn’t disappoint me at all. Tina Donahue has a way with words that seamlessly brought together hot sex with a brilliant story. I am very interested to see where this series is going and what happens now that Zeke has Liz and her father in his life.
Click here for full review
More info: http://www.tinadonahue.com/books/come-fill-me/
Real Women Have Curves – and Men Like That
I’m talking about that subject today at ARe – just click on this link for my blog post: http://www.arecafe.com/cafe-news/tina-donahue-real-women-have-curves.
I love curvy heroines – hope you do too! I’ll be introducing you to Piper from Illicit Intent, my newest erotic romance for Ellora’s Cave. It’s coming out June 7. 
What’s your wildest erotic wish?
For Piper, that’s easy. Two Alpha males who ravish her like marauding pirates and find her curves beyond luscious. She knows her type isn’t for every man…certainly not Guy and Joel, right? Guy’s tall, dark and sinfully virile. Joel’s blond and bronzed. They’re freaking gods, escorts her friend hired so Piper’s thirtieth birthday is unforgettable with the bondage and submission she’s fantasized about. Carnal games that awaken Piper’s sensuality, while her voluptuous figure and sweet vulnerability fuels both men’s animal hunger.
One evening of decadent pleasure isn’t enough. Piper aches to perform ménage acts with them for agency clients who like curvy women. A wicked idea, except for her family’s ties with law enforcement, the threat of exposure. Is it worth the risk?
Hell yeah. By day, she’ll be good. During their wanton acts, the three of them will explore their growing bond as they’re very, very bad…
More info: http://www.tinadonahue.com/books/illicit-intent/
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Romantic Fantasy Writing – How On Earth Do You Get Started?
2. Find A Working Space. Finding a great, distraction free working space is important, especially if you live with a lot of people. Try to dedicate one room in your home to your writing office free from any distractions. You must have a quiet and peaceful space to write if you want your romantic fantasy book to become a success
3. Do Your Research. It helps to know a few things about the subject matter you are writing about. If you are writing about romantic fantasy, you may want to borrow from your own personal experiences. This will give your book a more realistic edge that all of your readers will be able to relate to.
4. Never Give Up. Although it can be quite frustrating to be a writer, you must never get up. Some of the most famous writers of our time have been rejected numerous times, but good writers never let this discourage them from their love of writing. Just remember, not everyone will love your book. So, never give up based on the opinions of others.
5. Gather Your Ideas. When thinking about the plot for your romantic fantasy book, you are going to need to first gather your ideas in a way that will add appeal to your story. While it may take hundreds of drafts to get a story you are truly happy with, gathering your ideas can help give you a better idea of what you want to write about. This can go far in promoting the success of your book.
Deciding to write a romantic fantasy book or article may seem like a daunting task, but it does not have to be if you have a love and respect for writing. Also, getting started with your writing endeavor can be easy when you follow the above listed tips. By never giving up, gathering your ideas, researching, developing a story line, and finding a quiet space to indulge in your romantic writing, you will definitely have a good start when writing your romantic fantasy book or article.
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PMS, Zits and Bristly Legs
Just recently, I’ve been reading comments on loops about the lack of ‘reality’ in romance. Our heroines, some say, never have zits, unshaved legs or PMS. None of them ever seem to have periods. And morning breath? No damned way, not even after spending the night slugging back booze and peanuts at the local bar.
Of course, the guys are in the same category. When was the last time an Alpha hero belched at an inappropriate moment, passed wind, scratched himself in public or acted like an ordinary human male would do?
Yep, we do make these people seem better than what we know our species to be. But is that so wrong?
I don’t think so. I don’t know about anyone else, but I don’t want to read about balding guys with beer guts who drop food on their clothes while they’re glued to a football game. And women who are hairer than guys doesn’t cut it for me either. I don’t want to see that in real life, so why in the hell would I want to read about it in a romance?
That’s not to say that the people that populate our stories are completely perfect. Many of my heroines have been interesting looking, but not really pretty – yet the heroes think they’re awesome. Same holds true for the guys. They’re not all 8×10 glossies. Most, in fact, are ruggedly good-looking, not carbon copies of Brad Pitt. They’re masculine, not gorgeous.
Rather than going for zits, morning breath and unshaved legs, I go for a different reality…beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. For example, in one of my erotic romances Take Me Away, Lexi is a film/TV star. I didn’t make her perfect. In fact, at one point she confesses to Kyle, the hero, that she’s had a nose job, veneers on her teeth and had her hairline raised – all so she could get more jobs in the biz. That’s about as real as it gets.
In one scene, Lexi has made dinner for Kyle who’s been avoiding her because she represents the fame he’s escaped. Although she’s a Hollywood star, when he shows up at his cabin for the meal, she doesn’t look as he expected. Here’s the excerpt:
Candles in a variety of sizes—fat, short, tall, slender—sat on the counter and the table, their flames flickering merrily, perfuming the room, along with what she’d cooked. Bowls of the cheesy potatoes and asparagus were next to a platter of sizzling chops.
Even from where Kyle stood, he could hear the inviting sound. He stared at the banquet and how she’d used one of his white bed sheets as a makeshift tablecloth.
“Welcome to Sands Diner,” she murmured.
Kyle’s swallow stalled, caught in his tightened throat. His gaze jumped from the food to her. Holding a long cooking spoon that she’d no doubt gotten from Pete, Lexi gestured for Kyle to take his chair.
He did not. His gaze swept over her hair, worn in a ponytail, her freshly scrubbed face, oversized tee, baggy shorts and cowgirl boots.
For a little kink, she’d said days ago.
Kyle’s cock reacted now, stiffening with interest, as though she was wearing skimpy lingerie or skin rather than an outfit he could only describe as sloppy. The kind a woman would choose to clean house or to discourage a guy from any carnal intentions.
Unfazed and still growing hard, his cock pressed against his jeans’ fly. She looked adorable. Hell, she looked better than the food.
That scene, to me, is reality. The best kind. Lexi isn’t dolled up. She’s not being overtly sexy. And yet, she touches Kyle’s soul, because he likes her just as she is. Imperfect, human and adorable. 
More info: http://www.jasminejade.com/p-9333-take-me-away.aspx
Great news for curvy women!!
I ran this post awhile back for my contemporary erotic romance Deep, Dark, Delicious and it seems appropriate again given my upcoming release Illicit Intent.
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Okay ladies, sit your pretty buns down on a comfy chair and hold tight to that sinfully delicious double- chocolate latte you’ve been craving but were reluctant to drink because of the calories. The news is finally in – men DO like curves. In fact, a woman’s curvy body is like a drug to them and I’m not talking about the kind that puts them into a coma.
In an msnbc.com report on an article from LiveScience, the research concluded (and I quote directly from the article) : “Watching a curvaceous woman can feel like a reward in the brain of men, much as drinking alcohol or taking drugs might, research now reveals.
“These new findings might help explain the preoccupation men can have toward pornography, scientists added. Shapely hips in women are linked with fertility and overall health. As such, it makes sense evolutionarily speaking that studies across cultures have shown men typically find hourglass figures sexy.”
Well, duh. Didn’t Playboy figure that out like decades ago?
I’ve never understood fashion’s or the current culture’s insistence on stick-thin women. In my books, my ladies are always curvy so the guys have something soft, warm and luscious to hold onto. In Deep, Dark, Delicious my hero Rafe even tells my heroine Eden how much he loves her curves.
An excerpt where the subject’s brought up:
He turned and headed for her stairway.
“You’re going to carry me upstairs?” she asked.
“Unless you want to carry me.”
She laughed again, though briefly. “I should walk. I don’t mind.”
He climbed the first step. “You’re not that heavy, Eden.” At six-three, Rafe figured he outweighed her by at least sixty pounds.
A flush spread across her cheeks and nose. “I’m not a stick, if you haven’t yet noticed.”
He had, from the moment she arrived for the competition. Her beautifully developed body attracted him first. Next, he’d become enchanted with her personality and talent. “Neither is Jennifer Lopez.” He took the fourth step. “Nor was Marilyn Monroe. Or Anna Nicole Smith, when she was the Playboy Playmate of the Year. I haven’t heard any men complaining about their bodies.”
She stared at him. “You think I’m built like those women?”
“Goddesses,” he corrected, turning his face to hers.
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The same is true for my most recent release Illicit Intent.
The blurb:
What’s your wildest erotic wish?
For Piper, that’s easy. Two Alpha males who ravish her like marauding pirates and find her curves beyond luscious. She knows her type isn’t for every man…certainly not Guy and Joel, right? Guy’s tall, dark and sinfully virile. Joel’s blond and bronzed. They’re freaking gods, escorts her friend hired so Piper’s thirtieth birthday is unforgettable with the bondage and submission she’s fantasized about. Carnal games that awaken Piper’s sensuality, while her voluptuous figure and sweet vulnerability fuels both men’s animal hunger.
One evening of decadent pleasure isn’t enough. Piper aches to perform ménage acts with them for agency clients who like curvy women. A wicked idea, except for her family’s ties with law enforcement, the threat of exposure. Is it worth the risk?
Hell yeah. By day, she’ll be good. During their wanton acts, the three of them will explore their growing bond as they’re very, very bad…
So, eat your heart out Kate Moss and for the rest of us gals…we will definitely enjoy regular eating again.
Tired of everyone trashing romance? Me too!
I’ve written a blog about it at Savvy Authors called Romance’s Bad Rap.
Here’s the link: http://www.savvyauthors.com/vb/content.php?2682-Romance%92s-Bad-Rap-by-Tina-Donahue
In addition to my article there are tons of other blogs about the writing craft, pitching your book, etc. etc.
It’s a great place to be! :)
My newest release – Shameless Desire – Book Three Outlawed Realm!!
Be Careful What You Write
This article was written by Tim Smith, resident Dude on Sweet ‘n Sexy Divas, my other site.
I just had to repeat it here.
Sweet n Sexy Soulful Quotes
Renee Vincent, member Diva at my other site, Sweet n Sexy Divas, has come up with another great batch of quotes. Read on and enjoy!!!!
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Spring is finally here! The flowers are blooming, the grass has thickened up to a lush green carpet, and the weather is near perfect for relaxing in the glorious sunshine with a good book in a hammock, on a porch swing, or at the park.
Wherever you like to read, I have some hot new releases to spice up your leisurely spring time “ME” time.
The books I feature are from authors who were not afraid to be soulful, sappy, and/or suggestive when it came to their heroes. So grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and fire up those eReaders so you can add these new releases to your TBR collection.
Happy reading!
She stopped just short of making her presence known. Leaning around a tall tree, she watched him for a moment. What harm could there be in watching? The sight before her was stunning. Alexander was chopping wood and he made it look so easy. His powerful arms lifted the ax into the air, then brought it down, again and again, as if he were swatting flies. He wore only his kilt. His chest was broad and smooth. His skin was tan. Despite the bit of chill that lingered in the air, sweat glistened on his skin. He flooded her senses with overpowering sex appeal, but she acknowledged the strength. She made a mental note to never piss him off.
Sometimes, it doesn’t get any better than this.
“Ye know, it isn’t polite to spy on others.”
She sucked in a gasp and put her hand over her mouth as she stood hidden behind the tree. She could feel heat color her cheeks. Knowing she couldn’t hide there forever, she walked around to face him. She stood with her head down and hands behind her back, like a naughty little school girl standing before the scary head master.
“I only came to see what you were doing, I didn’t mean to spy.”
He laughed. “I’m sorry if I embarrassed ye, then.” He stopped what he was doing for a second to look at her.
As she started to turn away, she noticed a bead of sweat leave his chest and mark its way down his belly to disappear into the waist of his kilt. She licked her lips slowly, wishing her tongue could do the same.
Hearing him laugh, she glanced up.
“Marlana, ye could bring a man to his knees with a look like that.”
Complete embarrassment rushed through her. “Humph,” was all she could say. She spun around and left. Alexander’s laugh followed her the whole way.
Sarah Hoss, Dreams of the Highlander
Seona felt her face burning despite the icy wind, but she forced herself to meet Keegan’s gaze. There was so much she wished to tell him, but fear held her back. He was perfect… or he would be perfect for her, at least. Simply gazing into his enchanting sky-blue eyes made her feel happy. And his grin was naught but charm and seduction. Most impressive of all, he was a strong, heroic man who didn’t fear anything.
“You are…” What should she say?
He moved his head closer to hear her better, and turned slightly so one of his ears was near her mouth.
“You are very brave and heroic. You saved my life,” she said, finding it easier to talk to him when he wasn’t looking directly into her eyes. “Twice.”
He pulled back a few inches, his lips twisting into a lopsided grin. “I thank you, m’lady,” he said. “I could never allow you to be injured.” He shook his head. “Over the past few months, I have wanted to talk to you or… dance with you but… you ken your aunt doesn’t like me.”
“Nonsense,” she said to be polite. Truth was Aunt Patience didn’t want her to go near him because she deemed him unacceptable as husband material for Seona.
“Come now, Lady Seona, you ken I speak the truth,” he said in a light tone. “Her glares are like sharp blades.”
She nodded. “My aunt is much like a guard dog.”
“Well, she has a right to be. You’re a beautiful lady and I’m…” He shrugged. “Just a guard.”
She frowned. “You are much more than that.”
’Twas obvious he was trying to maintain his pleasant expression, but a hint of sadness crept into his blue eyes that near broke her heart.
He shook his head. “Nay, I fear when it comes to you, Lady Seona, I’m naught but a knave and a rogue. I’ve hardly been able to concentrate today because of memories of that amazing kiss.” After shoving his fingers through his windblown, damp mane, he backed away and stared out at the blowing rain. “I must behave myself,” he muttered, as if to himself, but she heard it despite the roaring wind.
She could not take her eyes off him and the stunning passion in his gaze. He was right… completely and unequivocally right. He should never touch her again. She should’ve never allowed him to kiss her the night before, but she could not have stopped him any more than she could’ve stopped breathing. Speaking of which, her own breaths were now short and shallow. Her chest ached with the need to be closer to him. To touch him.
His gaze shifted to her. “Hell. Seona, don’t look at me like that.”
Vonda Sinclair, My Daring Highlander
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He sat next to her and tugged off his boots. “The offer’s still open. You can shed the wet skirt and crawl under my fur with me.” His mouth eased into a dimpled grin. “I can guarantee you’ll not be cold anymore.”
Paisley Kirkpatrick, Marriage Bargain
Before the thunder sounded again, the door opened. Backlit against the bright and inviting living room stood the silhouette of a tall man. He wore a white t-shirt and gray sweat pants. His feet were bare.
Kate stared at him, noting the way his dark, unruly hair drooped over his forehead. She gaped at his face, at the straight nose and strong chin and the day’s growth of beard. Standing stiff and silent, as if she was a department store mannequin, she sucked in a quick breath.
“I see you’ve come home, Kate,” he said in the deep voice she remembered so well.
Cover Reveal – ILLICIT INTENT
Book Three in my Appointment with Pleasure series -
coming soon from Ellora’s Cave!!!
What’s your wildest erotic wish?
For Piper, that’s easy. Two Alpha males who ravish her like marauding pirates and find her curves beyond luscious. She knows her type isn’t for every man…certainly not Guy and Joel, right? Guy’s tall, dark and sinfully virile. Joel’s blond and bronzed. They’re freaking gods, escorts her friend hired so Piper’s thirtieth birthday is unforgettable with the bondage and submission she’s fantasized about. Carnal games that awaken Piper’s sensuality, while her voluptuous figure and sweet vulnerability fuels both men’s animal hunger.
One evening of decadent pleasure isn’t enough. Piper aches to perform ménage acts with them for agency clients who like curvy women. A wicked idea, except for her family’s ties with law enforcement, the threat of exposure. Is it worth the risk?
Hell yeah. By day, she’ll be good. During their wanton acts, the three of them will explore their growing bond as they’re very, very bad…
Catch me today at The Romance Studio’s Staying Home Party!!! CONTESTS!!!
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I’ll be talking about my two series – Appointment with Pleasure and Outlawed Realm.
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