The Cat's Meow: A Halloween Anthology
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She shrugged. “I needed a new perspective on life. I made a new friend in Leotie. I have a new appreciation for cats. In fact, I have a few now. I keep rescuing strays because I feel sorry for them. Heaven help me, but my niece thinks I’m the coolest person on the planet because I now have cats, and I hope to take her trick or treating in a few days.” She held up her fingers, crossed. “It also gave me a chance to see you again.”
He liked the direction this was taking. “Is that right?”
Nodding, she took a step toward him. “I’m sorry I pushed you away, Luke. I fell for you like a ton of bricks, and that scared me. I’ve never felt that way about anyone before.”
He took a step forward. “Same here.”
“Really?”
“You know I’m crazy about you.” Her face was warm beneath his fingers. “I think I fell in love the moment I first laid eyes on you.”
“Who wouldn’t? I looked pretty good that night.” She flashed him a mischievous smile as she stepped even closer, their chests brushing against one another. Sighing, she looked up, more serious, and slid her arms around his middle. “My nights aren’t free yet, but I figured we could spend some time together during the day. If you want.”
“Oh, I want.” Gripping her hair in his fingers, he tugged her head back, tilted her mouth into the best position to cover it with his own.
Call him crazy, but he thought she might have even purred.
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About the Authors
Angela Campbell, who served as the Cover Magician for this anthology as well as a Contributing Scribe, is an overachiever with a soft spot for men who dress funny. Superman, Charlie Chaplin, Dracula, Doctor Who, Elvis—those are her kind of heroes. Angela read her first romance novel at 16 and immediately attempted to write one, too. Many attempts (and a couple of decades) later, she published her first novel through Carina Press. A mild-mannered reporter with almost 15 years of experience as a general assignment reporter, features editor and graphic designer, Angela has also worked as a production assistant in TV and film. Learn more about her books at https://www.angelacampbellonline.com.
Shona Husk: Three time ARRA finalist Shona Husk lives in Western Australia at the edge of the Indian Ocean. Blessed with a lively imagination she spent most of her childhood making up stories. As an adult she discovered romance novels and hasn't looked back. Drawing on history and myth, she weaves new worlds and writes heroes who aren't afraid to get hurt while falling in love.
With stories ranging from sensual to scorching, she write paranormal, sci-fi, fantasy and contemporary romance. She is represented by the Ruben Agency, and her website is www.shonahusk.com
Cindy Spencer Pape firmly believes in happily-ever-after and brings that to her writing. She was determined to make sure Dash and Delphie ended up together! Award-winning author of 16 novels and more than 30 shorter works, Cindy lives in southeast Michigan with her husband, two sons and a houseful of pets. When not hard at work writing she can be found dressing up for steampunk parties and Renaissance fairs, or with her nose buried in a book. Visit her at https://www.cindyspencerpape.com
About Meankitty Publishing (MKP)
Meankitty Publishing is the self-publishing “arm” of author Jody Wallace. The other Here Be Magic authors agreed it would be funny for MKP to release this free anthology. MKP is not taking submissions, and it is not a formal company. It is merely a label that amuses Ms. Wallace, the other Here Be Magic authors, and Meankitty very much. The list of all MKP releases and version information is at www.meankittypublishing.com.