NYUS BLOG

Today I'm over at Not Your Usual Suspects, blogging about mystery, suspense, and romance, and why I like all three in my stories.

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Thanks for dropping by.

Kathy

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

WISHING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THE BLESSINGS OF THANKSGIVING.

SPEND THIS TIME WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND KEEP THEM CLOSE.  AND REMEMBER THOSE WHO CANNOT BE WITH THEIR FAMILIES DURING THIS SPECIAL DAY.  

Special thanks to all my readers.  Without you I wouldn't be on this wondrous journey, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.  Your kind e-mails touch me so much, and I truly cherish each one.  The reviews you've left on my books at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, iTunes, and Goodreads keep me writing.  

THANK YOU!  THANK YOU!  THANK YOU!

Stay tuned, because there are more books in the works (including Remy's story which is nearly finished) as well as some new things I'm working on.  I really think you're gonna love 'em.  

Until next time!  

Kathy

THE ARMCHAIR TRAVELER

I'm an anomaly.  I freely admit it.  Unlike everyone else I know, I rarely travel.  Exotic places around the globe have never been graced with my esteemed presence.  Other than an occasional writer's conference, you will rarely see my eyeballs outside of the town where I live. 

But writers write about places other than where they live, right?  If I only wrote about the town where I live, trust me, most of you would be bored out of your minds.  There's not a whole lot shaking around here. 

I'm a voracious armchair traveler, though.  Through the magic of books, I've visited many places around the world.  I've been to some of the most exotic locales on earth without leaving the comforts of home.

I've walked on the beaches in Hawaii, my toes curling in the black sands while the crystal blue waters lap gently, each wave curls against the shore.  The trade winds blow a soothing breeze, and the scent of hibiscus and plumeria fill the air. 

I've strolled along the Champs-Elysees in Paris, smelled the freshly baked bread and pastries.  Jumped back as reckless drivers sped through the streets and dined at sidewalk cafes across from my love on a romantic getaway for two, while sipping champagne and sharing intimate moments.

I've visited the pyramids in Egypt.  Slalomed down the Alps.  Gone deep sea fishing off the Florida Keys. 

Good writers transport me (and hopefully you, too) to places we might otherwise never see through the magic of their words.  They bring alive the sounds, scents and tastes of every element, so much so that if you were to close your eyes for just a moment, you'd find yourself transported deep within the pages of the story—feel as though you are right there with the hero and heroine—experiencing every nuance of their surroundings.

This is what I try to bring to life when I'm writing.  My romantic suspense books are set in and around New Orleans, Louisiana.  The French Quarter.  The Big Easy.  Just hearing the name of the place evokes preconceived notions of what it's like.  I want you to hear the Cajun and Creole dialect in the words.  Feel the energy of the crowds on Bourbon Street at night.  Experience the joy and excitement of Mardi Gras.  Smell the spicy jambalaya so hot and fresh it makes your mouth water for the first bite. 

So, the next time wanderlust strikes and you can't physically get away on some tropical escape—step within the pages of a book and fly away. 

Kathy Ivan is busy writing her next New Orleans based romantic suspense, and wishing she was there.  Her current release, Connor's Gamble, is on sale now at most e-book retailers. 

Just a little something I'm playing around with. Still needs some work, but here are all the covers.  

Kathy

9 WAYS TO FALL IN LOVE BOX SET

We are going to relaunch the 9 Ways to Fall in Love box set on June 15th.  

From June 15th through June 30th.  For this limited them, the entire box set will be on sale for just 99 cents.  That's right 9 complete books from 9 super authors for only 99 cents.  

We've got a brand new, smoking hot cover and you won't want to miss the terrific (but for a very limited time only) sale.  

Check back for the link when it goes live at the sale price.  (If you go to Amazon right now it will still be at the regular price of $8.99.)  

Mark you calendars for June 15th for this spectacular sale for award winning authors.  

Kathy 

Here's a convenient listing of all of the buy links for my books in one handy, dandy spot.  Just copy and paste the link into your browser and it will take you directly to the site.

NOTE:  For a limited time, Second Chances, book #1 in the Destiny's Desire Series, is FREE.  

CONNOR'S GAMBLE BUY LINKS: 

Amazon:  http://amzn.to/1d1MZzx

iTunes:  http://bit.ly/1dUdwde

B & : http://bit.ly/1p92tUp

Kobo:  http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/connor-s-gamble

Print: https://www.createspace.com/4717918 

SECOND CHANCES BUY LINKS: 

Amazon:  http://amzn.to/GIx1uB

iTunes:  https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/second-chances/id578913866?mt=11

B & N:  http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/second-chances-kathy-ivan/1113774004?ean=9781481251495

Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/second-chances-3

Smashwords: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/253790

Print: https://www.createspace.com/4096770 

LOSING CASSIE BUY LINKS:

Amazon: http://amzn.to/19kbELh

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/losing-cassie/id692133030?mt=11

B & N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/losing-cassie-kathy-ivan/1116762042?ean=2940045224994

Kobo:  http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/losing-cassie-1

Smashwords: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/348469

Print: https://www.createspace.com/4388100 

DESPERATE CHOICES BUY LINKS:

Amazon: http://amzn.to/GILo2Y

iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/desperate-choices/id387703025?mt=11

B & N: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/desperate-choices-kathy-ivan/1025045891?ean=9781426890611

Kobo: http://store.kobobooks.com/en-US/ebook/desperate-choices

Carina Press: http://ebooks.carinapress.com/E5E19AE2-FAA1-4C70-ACA5-F9493D6903E6/10/134/en/SearchResults.htm?SearchID=10969971&SortBy=date

Connor's Gamble In Print

Connor's Gamble is now available in PRINT!  

For those of you who prefer the feel of a paper book in your hands, here's your chance to read Connor's Gamble in print.   If you are anything like me, you like to have your favorite books available in e-book format  (Kindle, Nook, Kobo, etc.) and still have a print copy for you "keeper shelf."

Here's the link that will take you directly to the Createspace ebook store,where you can order a copy.  It's also available on Amazon.com

Buy Link:  Click here.

And don't forget to come to the Connor's Gamble Launch Party over on Facebook on Friday, March 28, from 6 to 10 p.m.  You can click on the JOIN button.

Kathy

New banner for my Kathy Ivan Author Facebook Page

With the release of Connor's Gamble, I'm working on updating the look on my Facebook Page.  My good friend, Michelle Miles, created a new banner for it.

What do you think?

I love it!

Kathy

CONNOR'S GAMBLE IS LIVE ON AMAZON

That's right, you read it in the title above.  Connors Gamble is live on Amazon.com.

Be one of the first to read and review my latest romantic suspense.  I really love hearing what you, the reader, think of the stories that I write and love hearing back from readers.

So, go and check out Connor's Gamble, the newest release.

It will be available on B&N and iTunes shortly and I'll post those links when they are available.

Amazon:  http://amzn.to/1d1MZzx

Kathy

COVER REVEAL!

Here it is, just like I promised.  The brand new cover for my upcoming release, Connor's Gamble.

Isn't it AWESOME!!!

I'll keep you posted on the release date (which should be soon, the book is being formatted for publication as we speak).

Kathy

Connor's Gamble Cover Reveal

Friday, February 28th.

I know its been a while since I posted, but I've got great news.

Connor's Gamble, my brand new romantic suspense, will be released soon.

So, Friday, February 28th, I'll be having a cover reveal.  I'll be posting the cover here and on my Facebook Page.  You won't want to miss getting the first look at this amazing cover.  All I can say is it is HOT, HOT, HOT!!!

I'll post the release date soon.  It won't be long.  I know the anticipation is killing you, right.  Here's the blurb for the story.


GAMBLING ON LOVE CAN BE DEADLY 

Injured while helping capture a notorious serial killer, all New Orleans firefighter Connor Scott wants is to visit his grandmother in Florida for a few days of rest, relaxation and recovery.  The last thing he expects is to be stuck on a bus loaded with senior citizens—and his ex-wife.

Alyssa Scott thought she'd left the baggage of her old life far behind when she moved to Florida.  Instead she's chaperoning the senior group and dealing with the one person she never expected to see—her ex-husband. 

Sparks fly and passions reawaken.  Neither Connor nor Alyssa can deny the feelings they still hold for each other. But a sinister threat from Connor's past thrusts them into a perilous game of cat-and-mouse to stop a ruthless killer before time runs out.  Will Connor gamble everything to save the woman he loves?