Write Now Literary is pleased to announce Until Ray Virtual Book Tour, with author Cheryl Robinson. June 19- July 14, 2017. Genre: Adult Fiction, Contemporary About The Book Two people in the same city but worlds apart. Until Ray is an unconventional love story of how two young people transitioning into adulthood find each other and develop a bond that will be tested through three decades. RAY IS LOST … He lives in northwest Detroit with his mother. When he’s not at home, he’s either at the mall selling women’s shoes or in the club. In both places, he's focused on one thing—picking up women. Only now he’s ready to make a change but isn’t sure how to do it. THEN SARITA ARRIVES … At twenty-four, she has an MBA, is a CPA, and works in upper-level management at GM. But all that success comes at a cost: she’s lonely and craves the one thing she’s never had—attention from men. Dive into a love story filled with soul-searching drama told from two very different perspectives. Until Ray, the first book of a trilogy, is set in the mid-eighties in Detroit, where the author was born and raised. Read the first 4 chapters here: https://www.untilraytrilogy.com/chapters1-4 Book Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qanuqdKBoBI Connect Socially: Website: https://www.untilraytrilogy.com Excerpt... RAY When I walk into the Big Boy at Northland Mall, Boone’s already seated at a booth in the crowded restaurant eating a hamburger and fries. He has a chocolate shake on one side of his plate and his cowboy hat, sitting on its crown with the brim up, on the other side. He’s wearing a short-sleeved, three-button placket shirt, his usual pair of Wrangler jeans, and one of his many pairs of cowboy boots. You can take Boone out of Texas, but you can’t take Texas out of Boone. “I’m getting another burger,” Boone says. “Another Big Boy burger?” I ask him. A Big Boy isn’t a small burger like a White Castle; it’s a double-decker cheeseburger. “Don’t worry, man, I’m paying for it.” “Sharon’s not feeding you? I know she wants you to lose weight, but is she starving you so that you will? Two Big Boys?” I shake my head. I guess he’s not trying to lose weight. Boone is always going to be a big dude, and Sharon just has to accept that. “You know Sharon don’t cook, but I didn’t marry her for her cooking, and I’ll leave it there.” I order lunch, and Boone adds another Big Boy and then asks if they have free refills on shakes. “Did you just ask this young lady if they have free refills on shakes, man?” Then I say to the waitress, “Please excuse my friend. He’s from Jefferson, Texas.” I turn my attention toward Boone again. “Maybe in Texas, where everything’s bigger, they refill shakes, but not in the Motor City. If you want another shake, man, you have to pay for it. I agreed to treat you to one lunch, not two.” “Just bring me some water,” he says to the waitress. Then when she walks away, Boone says, “Did you see how she was staring at you? Do you know her?” “Nah. How was she staring at me though? The way all the other women in Michigan do?” I slide my First Federal Savings and Loan bank envelope over to him. “Here’s the money I owe you for the tow.” “Thank you.” He takes the money from the envelope and slips it in his wallet. “That’s one thing I will say about you. You always pay me back. Most of the time before I’m even expecting it. So what’s up, man? You must’ve had a big commission if you’re treating me to lunch and everything.” “I’ve been thinking a lot about Sarita.” “Who?” “Isn’t that her name—Sarita? The one you were telling me about that’s never had a boyfriend—the wholesome one. I need something like that in my life.” “Something like that or someone?” “Don’t get all technical, you know what I mean. Someone—is that better? I’m ready for someone who’s real. I need to settle down, stop playing games, and commit. She could be the one.” Boone isn’t paying me any attention. He’s almost finished with his food, and he’s scanning the restaurant, worried about where the waitress is. “What’s taking her so long? I wish she’d hurry up with my burger. I’m starving over here.” “Are you listening to me, Boone?” “You’re ready for something real? Yeah, I heard you. The problem is, I don’t believe it.” Boone shoves his last few fries in his mouth and starts to chew. “How can you possibly be ready when you have a stalker? You need to get that in check. Sarita works in upper-level management for GM. She doesn’t need any unnecessary drama in her life. So, no, I don’t feel you’re ready.” “I am ready. Having a woman stalk me lets me know it’s time to stop playing. I need to meet a sweet young lady, and Sarita sounds like the one. Introduce me to her, please.” “She’s a very sweet young woman, but I don’t have the final say in this. Only Sharon does. She’s very protective of Sarita, and I’m very protective of both of ’em. If Mrs. Sawyer says yes, then I’ll have to go along with it.” About Cheryl... Cheryl currently resides in the Sunshine State with plans to return to her hometown Detroit shortly. For the past fifteen years, she has been busy writing contemporary women’s fiction. While writing is her first love, making delicious green smoothies is easily her second. She also enjoys spoiling her miniature Schnauzer and whipping up healthy meals from recipes she finds online. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UntilRayTrilogy Blog Contest # 2 https://www.untilraytrilogy.com/single-post/2017/06/09/Meet-the-Characters-Giveaway Tour hosted by Write Now Literary Book Tours www.wnlbooktours.com Follow the tour here: http://wnlbooktours.com/cheryl-robinson Thanks for joining us for another Fab Friday Feature, please leave a comment below. Cheryl would love to hear from you!
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Today is a very special day. I am celebrating two momentous occasions. The first being my wedding anniversary of 14 years to Mr. Marvelous Ramsey, and the second is my 5th year author anniversary. It's a special event and you're invited! It's my five year authorversary and my author friends and I are celebrating by giving gifts to you! Come join the party with us today on Facebook at Chelle Writes. We're kicking off the event at 9 AM until 9 PM EST. Hop over and join us, we want to see you! Our fabulous line up includes: Adrienne Thompson Aja Graves Chelle Ramsey Chicki Brown JL Campbell Ja'Nese Dixon M.J. Kane Mary Finley Serena Haskins Stella Eromonsere-Ajanaku Tracee Lydia Garner TruFiyah 14th Wedding Anniversary... It's been fourteen years of marriage to my best friend, my superstar, my Marvelous Marv. Without him these novels I create would not be. He has believed in me since day one, long before I believed.
He is the one person everyone in my family and his family can count on to keep it real, give sound spiritual advice with a dose of love and reality. I am so blessed to be married to such a loving, compassionate, and spiritual man. Happy Anniversary, Big Marv! People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in their true beauty is revealed only if there is light from within.- Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Thanks for joining me for another Motivational Monday Moment, please leave a comment below. I would love to hear from you!
To join this blog simply click "Follow This Blog," "Subscribe," or "Email" links in the upper right corner. For exclusive content, contests, cover reveals, and more join my newsletter. Meet Siobhan, Catina, Felecity and Ra'Chelle Fordham-Marshall born in Beverly Hills, California to entertainment attorney, Gavin, and former model, now registered nurse, Toni. When things take a turn in their lives, Toni decides a change must come. Upon their new life in Chamberlaine Grove, they must follow a new journey without the privileges they used to have. Follow the four women to see if they can endure the challenges of chasing their dreams in the midst of it all. Download Images... About Loretta... Loretta R. Walls has been writing since the age of thirteen and was inspired after reading Secrets by Danielle Steel. Throughout her teen years, she completed over a dozen books for personal enjoyment. Her debut novel, Spices of Life was released in 2005. An innovative thinker, Loretta enjoys taking her audience to places most dream of visiting and all the while, making her readers feel as if they are among it all. The author enjoys taking risks with her creativity, always striving for a new level of interest with her characters she places in the forefront. The author lives in the Richmond, Virginia area with her family. When it comes to writing a story, The Princess of Original Urban Romance is like no other. Follow Loretta via social media: Facebook: Loretta R. Walls Instagram: @NCPCEO Twitter: @NCPCEO and @Embue1 Website: www.nucherte.net Please leave a comment below. Loretta would love to hear from you!
To join this blog simply click "Follow This Blog," "Subscribe," or "Email" links in the upper right corner. For exclusive content, contests, cover reveals, and more join my newsletter. As my fifth anniversary of being a published author approaches (which coincides with my 14th wedding anniversary), I have begun reflecting on my first release more. Reflections of Promises was released June 28, 2012. I have learned so much since those earlier days and I still have such a long way to go. My writing style has changed, as well as my opinions on a variety of topics. I initially pulled the novel from the shelves in 2015, but since then I've sent it to my Betas, and I'm preparing to send it to my editor. The cover design has completely changed, and I can't wait for its re-release in a couple of months. I'm sharing a special piece from the novel today on #WriterWednesday. Check it out... Excerpt... Patricia realized she had let one of her secrets slip. She looked up at Terrence with tear filled eyes. “Please…don’t ask me that. I don’t want to lie to you, but I’m not ready to reveal my lies,” she stated. He nodded his head encouraging her to go on. She found comfort in knowing he would respect her wishes. “One day I realized I would be throwing everything away, if I didn’t get up and handle my business and get my degree like I’d planned. I mean if I kept going at that rate, I was going to fail school. Then I would have thrown our relationship down the toilet, and still not have an education to show for it.” “You are one amazing woman. I think that I do owe it to you to admit that you were right. I truly don’t think that I could’ve remained faithful all those years, but I also don’t believe that you could have either,” Terrence confirmed. “Looking back now you’re right. But you couldn’t have told me that then,” she replied with a smile. Terrence turned to the back door to go back inside the house, as the music once again became loud. The upbeat tempo of “Back that Thang Up” started playing out of the speakers and the teenagers began bumping and grinding. “Come on, let’s freshen our drinks. We can finish the conversation in the living room where it’s a little quieter,” Terrence invited. “Sure,” Patricia replied, following Terrance inside. Time seemed to fly by as they sat in the living room and caught up on old times over a couple of glasses of wine. They laughed and giggled as they reminisced on how silly they had been as teenagers. Their relationship had spanned a time period of two years. Terrence had been Patricia’s only friend, during a very difficult and depressing time in her life. After she had gone through a rough patch he had been the one to inspire her to move forward and believe in herself. He encouraged her to give her best even when she didn’t feel like it. He had even been the one to help her to apply for college and make out her five year plan at that time. So, it was no wonder that both of their worlds had been rocked when she left him without a word. “Terry, I knew that if I had kept in touch with you, the changes that I made to that five year plan wouldn’t have occurred. I know you,” she shared. “What is that supposed to mean?” “You would’ve made me remain true to myself. That wasn’t an option at the time. We’d known each other since third grade, and although we didn’t become romantically involved until sixteen, no one knew me like you did. Being back here with you talking like this is like being at home again,” she confided. “You are home, girl,” he teased, lightening up the moment. “No, Terry, you’re home for me. You wouldn’t have approved of my need to change. You knew me in ways that no one else ever did or would. I’ve missed that, and I didn’t realize how desperately until tonight,” Patricia revealed. “Wow.” He cleared his throat and rubbed his hand over his head, clear signs to Patricia that he was feeling discomfort. Changing the subject, she asked “So your…wife what’s she like?” “She’s…I don’t know. She’s…my wife. Umm,” he cleared his throat again. “She’s very intelligent, beautiful, inside and out, and very hot tempered. Did you ever consider getting married?” Terrance asked. “How do you know I’m not married?” Patricia bristled. “Oh, I’m sorry I didn’t mean to assume that you weren’t. I just noticed that you weren’t wearing a wedding ring.” Patricia absently looked down at her finger. She had left it packed in her suitcase, until she had a chance to tell her mother. She laughed to throw off the tension. “Actually, you’re right, I’m not. I guess I just don’t have time with my career and all.” She ran her fingers through her hair and looked back up into his face. Terrance had always been on the lean side. But over the years he had put a little meat on his bones, she noticed not without appreciation. He still had those dark brooding eyes, the cleft in his chin and that crooked grin that was so sexy, it could make a woman lose her mind. She ran a hand through her hair again to clear those thoughts, because she was a married woman whether he knew it or not. And he was definitely a married man, with a ring to prove it. Although Jared had probably run back into Lauren’s arms by now, she refused to stoop to that point. No matter how tempting the eye candy. Besides, what they had was something between two foolish kids. Yes, he had been a true friend to her as well, but they were two full grown adults now. “Is your wife a jealous girl, Terry?” Patricia asked, as she pulled her legs up on the couch underneath her. Terrance watched as her dress slid up just a little, exposing her thighs. “Normally, no, but she might be under these circumstances,” he confessed. “Why?” Patricia asked, as she began rubbing his arm tenderly and staring into his eyes. “Because you’re a very beautiful, tempting woman. A woman who…a woman who was my first love.” He ran his hands down his face and kept his face hidden for a moment. Sighing loudly, he turned his head sideways, allowing his eyes to caress her. “There’s more. Shawn, I don’t know how to tell you this, but…” Terrance held his head down in his hands and then looked up at Patricia with a sad look in his eyes. She reached out to rub him on the shoulder to offer him comfort. She was startled when he jumped back, almost as though her touch was venomous. “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to upset you or offend you by—” “No, stop, Shawn. You didn’t offend or upset me in any way. Girl, I’m just having a hard time keeping my head clear around you,” he began. His voice lowered to a whisper as he continued to scoot closer to her. “I mean, coming here today I didn’t expect to see you. Hell, Shawn, I didn’t even know you were back in town. When I stepped out on the deck this afternoon, you were the last face I expected to see. But…as soon as I saw your profile, I knew it was you. You’ve changed a lot, yet, the way that you sat and held your head was Shawn from way back. It’s like you being back has me questioning my life now,” he admitted. Terrance distractedly began tracing a finger down her jaw line. As Patricia kept staring into his eyes, she found herself getting lost in the memory. Her heart began thrumming as she anticipated a kiss between the two of them. As their lips touched, she instantly drew back with a questioning look in her eyes. It wasn’t the fact that they were both married that had Pat’s head reeling. That little niggling thought that had been bothering her since he arrived, came back stronger. And she had to clear it out of her mind, and him out of her system. She stood up and walked to the other side of the living room to place distance between them. My Novels... Please leave a comment below. I would love to hear from you!
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