Sugar & Salt
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These women and others like them know what they want in bed. But sometimes they have to be a little extra bold to get it. Watch them bring their naughtiest fantasies to life in some very interesting ways.
“It wasn’t my idea… the devil made me do it.”
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Praise for The Devil Made Me Do It:
“I enjoy a little erotic fantasy or a good bodice ripping historic romance, but in The Devil Made Me Do It, author Amelia James presents everyday couples who could be your next-door neighbors or your best friends, with enough heat to melt the paint off the walls. Her characters are contemporary, realistic couples indulging in some of the most common erotic fantasies in loving, romantic, and playful ways. These are committed, loving couples doing what committed, loving couples do: having really hot sex.
“The Devil Made Me Do It is a collection of short stories giving the reader quick, sexy doses of some of the best erotic scenes I’ve read. But the short vignettes aren’t empty sex. Ms. James builds her characters masterfully so that we know and care for each one. We feel the emotions and understand the motivations of every playful scenario the couples choose. The reader is quickly drawn into the lives of each new couple and carried along on their erotic adventures.
“The deep intimacy of long-term committed relationships is shown through the comfortable interaction between the characters. We have the pleasure of watching couples who aren’t bored and looking for cheap thrills, but truly in love and looking for new ways to please the object of their desire. I’ve been married twenty-six years myself, and the emotions, thoughts, and erotic desires ring true throughout. My first reaction while reading was “we would enjoy that,” or “we like doing that.” I gave my copy of The Devil Made Me Do It to my wife when I finished reading.
“I have often said that in my opinion, “if it ain’t romantic, it ain’t erotic.” The Devil Made Me Do It is definitely cock throbbing, clit burning erotica, but it’s also beautifully and playfully romantic. It gets my highest recommendation to all those looking for a little spice in their relationship, or interested in how erotic sex can be after years of practice. And the short-story-collection format allows the busy married-with-children reader to enjoy short, quick bites of pleasure.” – Maxwell Cynn
THE TWISTED MOSAIC - SPECIAL OMNIBUS EDITION
By Amelia James
This award-winning, steamy set of 3 mosaic novels in one volume tells the story of the love triangle that is Talia, Will, and Alex. And oh... what a twisted triangle it is. Includes exclusive bonus content only available in this special edition: a deleted scene, and three exclusive bonus stories! For more information on this book, please visit the Evolved Publishing website.
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Her Twisted Pleasures (The Twisted Mosaic – Book 1)
Award-Winning Finalist, USA Book News 2012: Fiction-Erotica
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Dirty little secrets.
Talia indulges her sexual pleasures, turning her life into a twisted mess. Sleeping with Alex is dangerous and reckless, and she craves that excitement. Loving Will is comforting and safe, and she needs that stability. Why can’t she get everything she wants from one man?
All the wrong reasons.
Alex has everything he wants. He loves the power that comes with his job, and fooling around with his boss provides the illicit kink he needs. He’s in charge and trusts no one.
When Alex’s case forces them back together, Talia discovers she still craves both her former lovers. Can only one love her enough to satisfy her twisted desires and provide the stability she needs?
Love takes an unexpected twist.
Will loves Talia, and he’s willing to give up everything to be with her. Their future hinges on her answer to one simple question. But when he leaves his life behind to pursue her, he’s confronted with choices he didn’t expect.
No more secrets. No more lies. Old love? New love? Or do they have a third option?
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Praise for The Twisted Mosaic:
“It’s no secret that I love The Twisted Mosaic series, but Amelia James has made it even better! Is that possible? I previously read all three books individually and loved them but the new short stories really bring it all together! I loved getting to see different aspects to the character’s lives. Not that the characters were one dimensional before, but it deepened my connection with them. A good short story will give you a beginning, a middle and an end but leave you wanting more. And boy do I want more. I sincerely hope James will give it to us. I would love to read more about Will, Alex and even Talia before they became “Twisted” together. Another aspect I loved was the interview with the characters. I could picture them all sitting there answering these questions. A job magnificently done! Even if you have read the books individually, you MUST get this book for all the extras. It’s a must have!” – Red Headed Book Worm
WALK AWAY WITH ME
A Loving Nature Novella
By Darby Davenport
This Contemporary Romance novella featuring love in the outdoors is now available. For more information on this book, please visit the Evolved Publishing website.
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What is Charlie Rockwell supposed to do when the sad Rottweiler’s eyes connect with hers through the TV screen and work their way straight into her heart? She adopts him without a second thought or the slightest knowledge how to take care of the large, needy dog with the traumatic past.
Ethan Porter is not happy when a savage Rottweiler picks a fight with his mild-mannered Golden Retriever at the dog park. But his anger quickly dissipates when tears begin to form behind the eyes of the dog’s beautiful owner—eyes that are far too familiar for his liking. Disregarding his instincts, Ethan can’t deny her plea when she asks him to teach her the basics of dog ownership.
Can he ignore the fact that she bears a strong resemblance to his ex and finally learn to trust again? Will she find committing to both man and dog more exciting than the freedom of a single, unrestrained life?
A man with a painful past, a woman who fears commitment, and a dog with only one more chance at life—together, can they find love?
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Praise for Walk Away With Me:
“Davenport has beautifully crafted a love story giving two points of view of the story so well! I wish I could tell you my favorite part because its a HUGE spoiler, but I will say it involves a nature sanctuary, picnics, and a mountain lion! This story was just right. It was a quick read and left you wanting more of Ethan and Charlie’s story. Luckily Davenport has more stories to share with the other books in this series! I can NOT wait!” – Lydia “Yay Books!!”
“Walk Away with Me gives us wonderful characters who have seen the worst side of love and aren’t too sure they want to risk their hearts again. It has great scenery and a quick chase with love at the end. Oh! And it has dogs! So...follow one of the links and find yourself a little bit of love for the afternoon. You’ll be glad you did.” – Donna McBroom-Theriot
“In her debut novella, author Darby Davenport, aka Emlyn Chand, weaves a lighthearted and whimsical romantic tale written in the third person narrative with alternating points of view by Charlie and Ethan. Charlie and Ethan takes the reader along for the ride as their chance meeting prompted by their dogs develops into a romantic relationship that neither had been looking for, which eventually leads them to let go of their pasts and realize that they are meant for each other. Frought with personal struggles and conflicts, twists and turns, steamy romance, and two lovable dogs, Walk Away With Me is an enjoyable quick read that reminds the reader that anyone can find love at the most unexpected time!” – Jersey Girl Book Reviews
TELL ME YOU WANT ME
By Amelia James
This Contemporary Romance novel, which spent several weeks on Amazon’s Bestseller list, is now available.. For more information on this book, please visit the Evolved Publishing website.
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SECRET STORM
By
Amelia James
This Contemporary Romance novel, a sequel to Tell Me You Want Me, is now available. For more information on this book, please visit the Evolved Publishing website.
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Tell Me You Want Me:
“I can give you exactly what you’re asking for, Janie, and I can give it to you all night long.”
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Their first kiss is impulsive, fun, a little wicked—everything Jane Elliot isn’t looking for in a man, but desperately needs.
Their second kiss is slow, deliberate, an instant connection—everything Austin Sinclair never had with a woman, and doesn’t want.
Jane is no easy conquest, not the type of woman Austin’s used to. Stubborn as hell, and a bookworm more interested in studying than dating, she needs a little—no, a lot—of fun in her life. Well, Austin’s just the guy who can give it to her.
Too bad she thinks love should be easy. Too bad Austin knows it isn’t.
Everybody told her to stay away from the heartbreaker, but Jane knows there’s more to Austin than full-body contact kisses and bad boy charm. He promised her a good time—nothing more—and wow… does he ever deliver!
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Praise for Tell Me You Want Me:
“LOVE IT! The chemistry between Jane and Austin was palpable almost so much you could touch it. I loved watching Austin give in to his desire for Jane. They couldn’t keep their hands off each other throughout the book and I loved every minute! Of course Austin has to overcome the stigma his Father has drilled into him and him and Jane face some trials but everything was wrapped up so nicely I want to turn right back around and start re-reading it again! I love the way the Author blends romance and sex with every page turned and keeps you hooked into the story with that mixture. She makes you root for the characters after you have fallen for them! I am torn between this being my favorite and loving Secret Storm beyond words! I’ll take Jack and Austin any day of the week!” – Amanda Clark
“I will admit, I haven’t read a romance novel in quite awhile, so I wasn’t exactly sure about what to expect. It has been said that a romance novel contains two elements: A basic love story and an emotionally satisfying ending. Tell Me You Want Me, by Amelia James, not only delivers these two elements brilliantly, but has the added element of amazingly hot, raunchy sex scenes.” – L. McFerrin
“Tell Me You Want Me was an entertaining college age romance. Austen is a bad boy! The campus heart-breaker he is afraid to really love any ONE person, so he just sleeps with everyone. In comes Jane - a girl that is not throwing herself at Austen. Austen always up for a challenge pursues Jane and loses his heart in the race. I enjoyed “watching” as Jane and Austen fall in love with each other. Of course there a plenty of bumps along the road. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a bad boy and a happy ending. Mature content.” – iluvtwoteach at Amazon
THE LONE WOLF
By E.D. Martin
This Literary Fiction piece, exploring the tumultuous times and relationships of one woman and one man, is now available. For more information on this book, please visit the Evolved Publishing website.
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When her husband David’s infidelities are revealed, shattering the perfect life Kasey Sanford thought they’d created together, it’s a wake-up call that she’s lost herself along the way. She demands that David move with her to a new town, to a fresh start for their life together.
Kasey loves the freedom of reinventing herself, including her new friendship with police officer and soldier Andrew Adams. Andrew is handsome and charming, and his interest in Kasey awakens feelings she’d rather have for her husband, who pushes her further away with each of his alcohol-fueled outbursts. Intent on preserving her marriage for the sake of her young daughter, and with no one else to confide in, Kasey turns to Andrew for support.
But Andrew’s own life is falling apart as he’s put on standby for another deployment, triggering painful memories he’d rather ignore. He’ll do anything to forget the soldiers who didn’t return home with him, his stillborn son, and all those he’s disappointed, including God.
As their relationship grows, Kasey must decide if she will repair her marriage and remain with the man she's always loved, or if she will give up everything she holds dear to save the soul of a man she barely knows, a man who fights her at every step, a man desperate to regain his faith in God, in humanity, and in himself.
JELLICLE GIRL
By Stevie Mikayne
This Literary/Women’s Fiction novel is now available. For more information on this book, please visit the Evolved Publishing website.
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When Beth met Jackie, she was fifteen and shy, living in the shadow of her mother—talented artist Heather Sarandon. Jackie, willful, cheeky and confident, made Beth see things in herself that she never imagined, and do things she never thought she would. As memories of Beth’s last night with Jackie grow more like waking nightmares, Beth does everything she can to forget the girl who was so much more than a friend.
Beth has a self-destructive ritual she swears she’ll keep secret, even from the psychologist trying to help her. But Dr. Nancy Sullivan doesn’t have time for secrets. In fact, she doesn’t have much time at all. She’s been charged with helping Beth break through the barriers of her past, knowing very well that her own demons might end her career before she can get through to the stubborn young woman.
Meanwhile, a young foster child with a wicked sense of humor and a devastating past reminds Beth that secrets seem powerful, but can destroy the person who holds them too close.
Jellicle Girl, Stevie Mikayne’s debut novel, is a powerful coming-of-age story about redemption, identity, and learning to let go of secrets that scar.
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Praise for Jellicle Girl:
“I am not the target audience for this book. I’m a 42 year old male, married, with children older than the main character. And yet…. The writing is compelling. The author’s voice is clear and consistent, and the sentences are truly works of art. The words paint a beautiful picture. Setting and scene are woven tightly into one another, making a seamless world in which the story takes place.” – John L. Hines
“The novel combines sophistication and subtlety with a plot which makes you need to know what happens next and next and next. I never encountered a boring page nor did I encounter a poorly-written paragraph. For me this book is a psychological adventure story - others would describe it differently I’m sure but that was its impact on me. A great read.” – Padraig O’Morain
“I am in AWE. The depth and richness of the characters, the compelling flow of the story, the unbelievably masterful insight of human struggle, relationships, and pain. I have no words!” – Ana Popielnicki
“This book is an amazing travel through a teenagers thoughts on life and relationships. The author brings a realism of today’s society and challenges in a young woman life. I was so captivated by the characters challenges and triumphs. If you like to read a book that makes you feel something then this is the book for you.” – Patricia Burton